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August - 1 
A cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was killed in an exchange of fire between the Maoists and Police at Cherla Mandal (administrative sub-division) forest area in Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 1 (today)
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A cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was killed in an exchange of fire between the Maoists and Police at Cherla Mandal (administrative sub-division) forest area in Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 1 (today), reports UNI. On information, that the Maoists were moving in the area in connection with Maoists ‘martyrs memorial week’, special Police teams were sent to the area and during the combing operation, the exchange of fire took place and the Maoist was killed. Police recovered the body of the slain Maoist, along with a .303 rifle and kit bags from the spot of the encounter. The identity of the Maoist is yet to be ascertained.
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August - 1 
On August 1, explosives including 2.875 Kg Gelatine Stick Class-2 Explosives (23 Nos.) 24 Non-Electric Detonators and approximately 9 m Safety Fuse/Cordtex were recovered from Umdu village on Umling-Patharkhmah road under Nongpoh Police Station (PS)
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On August 1, explosives including 2.875 Kg Gelatine Stick Class-2 Explosives (23 Nos.) 24 Non-Electric Detonators and approximately 9 m Safety Fuse/Cordtex were recovered from Umdu village on Umling-Patharkhmah road under Nongpoh Police Station (PS) of Ri-Bhoi District in Meghalaya, reports East Mojo. One person was arrested on grounds of possession of these explosives. This recovery was part of an ongoing investigation in which two persons who were planning to form a new militant outfit were arrested in Tura on July 23, 2021. During the investigation, the arrested persons revealed that they have kept some explosives hidden in Ri-Bhoi District near Umling to prepare an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) for causing a blast somewhere in Garo Hills.
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August - 1 
Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has set up new terror control rooms in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and also identified eight new infiltration routes to enter Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India, ahead of August 15 (Independence Day), r
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Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has set up new terror control rooms in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and also identified eight new infiltration routes to enter Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India, ahead of August 15 (Independence Day), reports India Today on August 2. According to an intel input prepared by intelligence and security agencies, a series of meetings have taken place between senior functionaries of terrorist organisations, including Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Al Badr at in Chelabandi Mujaffrabad in PoK at the new LeT office. Pakistan has activated 27 new terror launch pads along the Line of Control (LoC) with increased efforts to aid the infiltration into J&K in India before the Independence Day celebrations on August 15. Terror launchpads in PoK have been reinforced with terrorists and about 146 terrorists have been placed at various launch pads since June.
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August - 1 
Two individuals were arrested on August 1 in Fake Indian Currency (FICN) racket from Bhebarghat area of Darrang District in Assam, reports Northeast Now. Rafique Ali and Jun Ali were arrested along with FICN worth INR 2, 78,000 in the denomination o
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Two individuals were arrested on August 1 in Fake Indian Currency (FICN) racket from Bhebarghat area of Darrang District in Assam, reports Northeast Now. Rafique Ali and Jun Ali were arrested along with FICN worth INR 2, 78,000 in the denomination of INR 500. Further, investigation is going on.
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August - 1 
A cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Aitu Korsa, an ‘area committee member’ (ACM) of Kandhamal-Kalahandi-Boudh-Nayagarh (KKBN) division, surrendered before Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), Northern Rang
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A cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Aitu Korsa, an ‘area committee member’ (ACM) of Kandhamal-Kalahandi-Boudh-Nayagarh (KKBN) division, surrendered before Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), Northern Range, Sambalpur, Deepak Kumar and Bolangir Nitin Kusalkar in Bolangir District of Odisha on August 1 (today), reports Odisha TV. Aitu is a resident of Mankelli village under Gangaloor Police Station limits in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh. However, he was active in several division of the Maoist party in Odisha. DIG (Northern Range, Sambalpur) Deepak Kumar, said, “He (Aitu) has been working in the State since the last eight years. He had earlier worked in the Bolangir, Bargarh and Mahasamund (BBM) division of the CPI (Maoist) and later joined the KKBN division. The State government's surrender and rehabilitation policy for the Maoists are encouraging these cadres to surrender.”
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August - 1 
Armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres made their presence in the Perinchor hill region in Wayanad District of Kerala, reports Kaumudi Online on August 2. People living in the nearby colony said that there were two women and two me
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Armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres made their presence in the Perinchor hill region in Wayanad District of Kerala, reports Kaumudi Online on August 2. People living in the nearby colony said that there were two women and two men in the group, and the group visited the houses in the locality and distributed pamphlets. The posters are in the name of the CPI-Maoist Banasurasagar Committee.
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August - 1 
Four drones were spotted flying over Bari Brahamna, Birpur and Bishnah road, all falling under Bari Brahamna Police Station limits in Samba District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 1, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Four drones were spotted flying over Bari Brahamna, Birpur and Bishnah road, all falling under Bari Brahamna Police Station limits in Samba District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 1, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 1 
India’s permanent Ambassador to the UN TS Tirumurti said there are three major areas on which focus would remain in August -- maritime security, peacekeeping and counter-terrorism, Hindustan Times reported on August 2. “Conflicts have increased in Co
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India’s permanent Ambassador to the UN TS Tirumurti said there are three major areas on which focus would remain in August -- maritime security, peacekeeping and counter-terrorism, Hindustan Times reported on August 2. “Conflicts have increased in Covid times, putting considerable pressure on UN peacekeepers and resources. In this scenario, India's priority in the UN, particularly in the UNSC, has a very clear focus on issues that are directly relevant to the international community.” He added, “For example international terrorism, peacekeeping, enhancing international peace and security, sensitivity to developing country issues especially Africa and small states, reformed multilateralism, and furthering the agenda of women and human-centric development.”
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August - 1 
Jammu and Kashmir Administration has asked the Police to deny security clearance to residents of the Kashmir Valley in J&K in India who are involved in crimes prejudicial to the security of the state, reports Kashmir Times on August 2. The latest ord
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Jammu and Kashmir Administration has asked the Police to deny security clearance to residents of the Kashmir Valley in J&K in India who are involved in crimes prejudicial to the security of the state, reports Kashmir Times on August 2. The latest order issued by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the J&K Police will also prevent Kashmiris who have been booked under vague criminal charges from leaving the country. In a circular issued on July 31, CID, has ordered the field units of the Special Branch (SB) in Kashmir to specifically look into law & order, stones pelting and other charges before issuing clearance to people who have applied for government employment, a passport, etc.
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August - 1 
On August 1, Anti-Terrorism Squad arrested a man, identified as Dinesh Kumar alias Ajay Kumar Singh alias AK Singh from Gorakhpur District of Uttar Pradesh (UP) for his suspected involvement in sending money through the hawala (illegal money transact
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On August 1, Anti-Terrorism Squad arrested a man, identified as Dinesh Kumar alias Ajay Kumar Singh alias AK Singh from Gorakhpur District of Uttar Pradesh (UP) for his suspected involvement in sending money through the hawala (illegal money transaction) route to Pakistani handlers, reports Daily Pioneer. He was evading arrest for the past three years and carried a reward of INR 50,000 on his arrest, the officials said. In a statement, the ATS said, "Information was received that on the instructions of Pakistani handlers, some people were using fake documents to open accounts in different banks, duping people to deposit money in those accounts, withdrawing the deposited money and sending it to the Pakistani handlers through the hawala route.”
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On August 1, as a mark of protest against the Government of India (GoI) for its silence on the Framework Agreement even after 6 years, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has called for a 12-hour “total closure of shops
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On August 1, as a mark of protest against the Government of India (GoI) for its silence on the Framework Agreement even after 6 years, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has called for a 12-hour “total closure of shops and business establishments in Nagalim” from 12:00 am to 12:00 noon on August 3, reports Morung Express. The NSCN-IM stated in a press release that the Framework Agreement which was signed on August 3, 2015 between the GoI and the NSCN-IM is yet to see the light of fulfilment as committed by the GoI. Six years down the line, there is no positive response yet from the GoI. “The Nagas cannot be taken for a ride in this manner.” “What had been committed should be taken to a logical conclusion.”
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August - 1 
Security was increased at Mankameshwar Temple in Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) after the temple trust received a letter threatening to blow up the city’s prominent temples and the office of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Free Press Journal reports
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Security was increased at Mankameshwar Temple in Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) after the temple trust received a letter threatening to blow up the city’s prominent temples and the office of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Free Press Journal reports on August 2. Lucknow Police Commissioner DK Thakur said the police were investigating the letter. “Security arrangements have been beefed up in view of the threat. Police teams are working with the agencies having expertise in such crimes. Our teams are also scanning the mobile number of some suspects. I have spoken to the head of the temple and other staff members and apprised them about the police preparedness,” he said. Earlier on July 30, the Aliganj Hanuman Temple staff had also received a similar letter with the demand that terror accused, recently arrested by the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), be freed. Security around the temple has also been tightened in view of the threat.
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August - 1 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, who was killed in August 1 encounter with the Police at Bodanelli forest area in Cherla Mandal (administrative sub-division) forest area in Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana, has been i
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, who was killed in August 1 encounter with the Police at Bodanelli forest area in Cherla Mandal (administrative sub-division) forest area in Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana, has been identified as Madvi Ungal alias Chotu (23), member of the People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) 1st Battalion of the CPI-Maoist of Chhattisgarh, reports The Hindu on August 2. Police said the deceased Maoist is the brother of the CPI-Maoist’s PLGA 1st Battalion ‘commander’ Madvi Hidma. Chotu hailed from Puvarthi village in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh.
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August - 1 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have given a call for State-wide bandh (general shut down strike) on August 10, in protest against the alleged illegal mining of laterite and bauxite in the Agency areas in Visakhapatnam and East Godav
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have given a call for State-wide bandh (general shut down strike) on August 10, in protest against the alleged illegal mining of laterite and bauxite in the Agency areas in Visakhapatnam and East Godavari Districts of Andhra Pradesh, reports The Hindu on August 2. In a letter released by Maoist’s Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) ‘secretary’ Ganesh on August 2, the Left Wing Extremist (LWE) appealed to the tribals in the region and people from all sections of the society to participate in the bandh and make it a success. The Maoists have also urged the tribals from the affected villages to take a militant stand and drive away the mining companies and have also asked them to destroy the trucks and heavy earthmoving equipment that are being used for mining. The Maoists also urged the tribals not to allow the Police to organise volleyball tournaments and medical camps in the interior villages, as in the garb of doing so they were actually trying to protect the roads constructed to facilitate mining and aid the company. Apart from giving the bandh call, they demanded that the construction of the road be stopped.
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The Muzaffarpur Police on August 1 night, intercepted a car on National Highway-28 at Ratanpura under Motipur Police Station in Muzaffarpur District of Bihar following a tip-off and recovered Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) with face value of INR 1
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The Muzaffarpur Police on August 1 night, intercepted a car on National Highway-28 at Ratanpura under Motipur Police Station in Muzaffarpur District of Bihar following a tip-off and recovered Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) with face value of INR 1,00,000 from a gang’s kingpin and his wife, reports Hindustan Times. Police also took the driver into custody for further interrogation. During investigation, Police found that paper used for printing the fake notes was brought from Nepal, while the printing process was done at a house located in Sitamarhi’s Mezarganj. A Police team raided Ratanpura following information that a deal in FICN is likely to take place. The three accused were found in possession of INR 1,00,000 FICN of denomination INR 200, adding that following their arrest Police raided in East Champaran District and caught six more persons and recovered INR 6,50,000 worth FICN.
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August - 1 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted simultaneous raids at 15 locations in Jammu, Ramban Shopian and Anantnag Districts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 1, on the basis of disclosures made by Lashkar-e-Mustafa (LeM) chief Hi
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted simultaneous raids at 15 locations in Jammu, Ramban Shopian and Anantnag Districts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 1, on the basis of disclosures made by Lashkar-e-Mustafa (LeM) chief Hidayatullah Malik and Lashkar-e- Toiba (LeT) militant Nadeem-ul-Haq of Banihal and recovered large quantity of terror-related material besides arresting a militant identified as Irfan Ahmad Dar, a resident of Batingoo village in Anantnag District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 1 
A soldier was killed and another one injured in a militant attack on a check-post in the Zangara area of South Waziristan District on August 1, reports Dawn.
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A soldier was killed and another one injured in a militant attack on a check-post in the Zangara area of South Waziristan District on August 1, reports Dawn.
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August - 1 
One Policeman, Naib Subedar Raja Tahir, sustained injuries when a Police van on polio duty hit a landmine on Badar Bridge in Ladha sub-division of South Waziristan District on August 1, reports Dawn. South Waziristan District Police Officer (DPO) Sha
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One Policeman, Naib Subedar Raja Tahir, sustained injuries when a Police van on polio duty hit a landmine on Badar Bridge in Ladha sub-division of South Waziristan District on August 1, reports Dawn. South Waziristan District Police Officer (DPO) Shaukat Ali said that the police mobile was patrolling the area when the blast took place. No group has claimed responsibility for these attacks so far.
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August - 1 
Unidentified assailants on a motorcycle shot dead a Police officer, belonging to the Frontier Reserve Police, while returning home after security duty with polio vaccination workers in the Duadzai area of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pa
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Unidentified assailants on a motorcycle shot dead a Police officer, belonging to the Frontier Reserve Police, while returning home after security duty with polio vaccination workers in the Duadzai area of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on August 1, reports Dawn.
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August - 1 
A team of Special Action Group arrested two cadres of Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) from Jatrabari area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division on August 1, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are identified as Shafiqur Ra
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A team of Special Action Group arrested two cadres of Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) from Jatrabari area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division on August 1, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are identified as Shafiqur Rahman Ridoy alias Baitullah Mehsud alias Captain Khattab and Khalid Hossain Bhuiyan alias Afnan. Bomb-making manuals, explosives and materials, including remote control devices were recovered from their possession.
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August - 1 
Speaking at a media conference, United States (US) Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Alaina Teplitz, called on the Government of Sri Lanka to abide by its international commitments to human rights and take decisive steps to either repeal or amend Prevention o
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Speaking at a media conference, United States (US) Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Alaina Teplitz, called on the Government of Sri Lanka to abide by its international commitments to human rights and take decisive steps to either repeal or amend Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), reports Tamil Guardian on August 2. Commenting on the recent pardoning of 16 alleged former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) members detained under the PTA, Tepliz applauded the measure and encouraged for more people to be released “who have been detained under that legislation that no longer conforms to international norms and does need to be revised”. Teplitz’s statement was met with criticism from a journalist at Sri Lanka’s state-run Hiru TV news, who claimed her statement overlooked the release of former LTTE cadres by condemning the pardon of Duminda Silva. Responding to this criticism, she stated “I encouraged the government to continue its review, which it said that it’s doing… it is also my prerogative as a representative of the United States to express the views and the policy concerns of my country.” Commenting on her discussions with the Tamil National Alliance (TNA), Teplitz maintains that she was keen to hear “their concerns related to needed changes in the political process and some of the challenges that people face in the north and the east”.
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August - 1 
Sri Lanka’s terrorism investigation division (TID) has summoned the chair of a Kilinochchi council, Velamalikithan Arunasalam to appear before the TID in Kilinochchi on August 6 for investigation, reports Tamil Guardian on August 2.
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Sri Lanka’s terrorism investigation division (TID) has summoned the chair of a Kilinochchi council, Velamalikithan Arunasalam to appear before the TID in Kilinochchi on August 6 for investigation, reports Tamil Guardian on August 2.
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August - 1 
The Government deployed more Security Forces (SFs) to the Herat city (Herat Province) on August 1 a day after the Taliban advanced closer to the central parts of the city, reports Tolo News. Local officials said that the clashes intensified in villa
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The Government deployed more Security Forces (SFs) to the Herat city (Herat Province) on August 1 a day after the Taliban advanced closer to the central parts of the city, reports Tolo News. Local officials said that the clashes intensified in villages in the western parts of Herat city. Abdul Rahman Rahman, senior deputy of the Interior Ministry, also visited Herat city and said that a large-scale operation will be launched against the Taliban in Herat. “We have come with the security forces from Kabul and these forces have joined Herat forces. We will act as soon as possible to defend the Herat people,” he said.
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August - 1 
Taliban militants fired three rockets at the Ahmad Shah Baba International Airport located in Kandahar city in Kandahar Province on August 1, reports Ariana News. “Last night three rockets were fired at the airport and two of them hit the runway… Due
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Taliban militants fired three rockets at the Ahmad Shah Baba International Airport located in Kandahar city in Kandahar Province on August 1, reports Ariana News. “Last night three rockets were fired at the airport and two of them hit the runway… Due to this all flights from the airport have been cancelled,” Kandahar Airport director Massoud Ahmad Pashtun told AFP. “Kandahar airport was targeted by us because the enemy were using it as a centre to conduct air strikes against us,” Zabiullah Mujahid, a Taliban spokesperson, told Reuters.
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August - 1 
The Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) in a report released on August 1 said that 1,677 civilians were killed and 3,644 more were wounded in the first six months of this year, showing an 80% increase compared to the same period i
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The Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) in a report released on August 1 said that 1,677 civilians were killed and 3,644 more were wounded in the first six months of this year, showing an 80% increase compared to the same period in 2020, reports Tolo News. The watchdog says 1,594 security incidents occurred during this period. In the first six months of 2020, the watchdog says, 1,213 civilians were killed and 1,744 more were wounded. The report says that during this period 154 women were killed and 350 more were wounded. These numbers in 2020 were 126 killed and 171 wounded. According to the report, of those killed, 373 were children. Also, 1,083 of those wounded are children. The report says the Taliban is responsible for 56% of the casualties (917 killed, and 2,061 injured), pro-government forces for 15% (229 killed, 565 injured), Daesh 7% (104 killed, 239 killed), and unknown perpetrators 22% (425 civilians killed and 765 civilians injured). In 451 incidents, a total of 1,987 civilians have been harmed by IED blasts, roadside mines, car-bombs, and exploding mines or ordnance. This includes 587 civilians killed, and 1,400 others injured, the report says. Targeted killing accounts for 30 percent of the total number of civilian casualties in the first six months of 2021, the report says, adding that this includes 1,634 civilian casualties (696 killed, 938 injured). According to AIHRC findings, rocket fire and heavy weapon use accounted for 18% of total civilian casualties in the first six months of 2021. In total, 940 civilians have been harmed due to rocket fire in the first six months of 2021. This includes 212 civilians killed, and 728 others injured. The civilian casualties caused by rocket fire during the same period in 2020 were 378 in total. The report says that 21 civilians were killed and 79 of them were wounded in suicide attacks. Also, 81 civilians were killed and 326 were wounded in ground engagements between the government forces and anti-government armed groups. The report says that 77 civilians were killed and 136 more were wounded in airstrikes. The report says night raids accounted for 12 civilians killed and 37 wounded.
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August - 1 
A media official from the Police confirmed on August 1 that the individual who claimed to carry a bomb while passing Mulee’aage, has his remand extended by additional 15 days, reports Sun Online. On July 9, 2021, two individuals passing by Mulee’aage
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A media official from the Police confirmed on August 1 that the individual who claimed to carry a bomb while passing Mulee’aage, has his remand extended by additional 15 days, reports Sun Online. On July 9, 2021, two individuals passing by Mulee’aage were arrested for claiming to have been carrying a bomb. The individual who had actually made the threat was remanded in custody for seven days on July 10.
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August - 2 
Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Government ordered shifting of at least 16 detenues, who were lodged in Central jail Srinagar in Srinagar District of J&K in India under Public Safety Act (PSA), to two different District jails of Haryana, reports Greater Kas
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Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Government ordered shifting of at least 16 detenues, who were lodged in Central jail Srinagar in Srinagar District of J&K in India under Public Safety Act (PSA), to two different District jails of Haryana, reports Greater Kashmir on August 3.
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August - 2 
A high alert has been sounded near Jammu Railway Station in Jammu District of J&K in India on August 2, after movement of two suspected persons was caught on CCTV camera, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs including Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) and Police h
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A high alert has been sounded near Jammu Railway Station in Jammu District of J&K in India on August 2, after movement of two suspected persons was caught on CCTV camera, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs including Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) and Police has been strengthened in and outside the Railway Station.
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August - 2 
Ayyub Thakur provided significant support to terror activities against India and channelling ISI funds to Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India through several of his fronts and affiliates like Mercy Universal, reports Deccan Herald on August 3. The Justi
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Ayyub Thakur provided significant support to terror activities against India and channelling ISI funds to Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India through several of his fronts and affiliates like Mercy Universal, reports Deccan Herald on August 3. The Justice Foundation was set up in 2003 by Ayyub Thakur, but within a year he passed away.
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August - 2 
India will keep the spotlight on terrorism, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN and President of the Security Council this month Ambassador T S Tirumurti has said on August 2, emphasising that terror financing and increased use of sophisticate
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India will keep the spotlight on terrorism, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN and President of the Security Council this month Ambassador T S Tirumurti has said on August 2, emphasising that terror financing and increased use of sophisticated methods by terrorists to attack are causing a “great deal of concern", outlookindia.com reports on August 3. India, currently a non-permanent member of the Security Council for 2021-22, assumed the rotating Presidency of the powerful UN organ for the month of August. Tirumurti said India will host signature events on maritime security, counter-terrorism and peacekeeping.
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August - 2 
On August 2, self-styled (ss) 'deputy kilonser', ElithungLotha, of National People’s Government of Nagaland/Non Accordist faction of Naga National Council (NPGN/NNC-NA) was arrested on charges of extortion from Supermarket area near Essar Petrol Pump
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On August 2, self-styled (ss) 'deputy kilonser', ElithungLotha, of National People’s Government of Nagaland/Non Accordist faction of Naga National Council (NPGN/NNC-NA) was arrested on charges of extortion from Supermarket area near Essar Petrol Pump of Dimapur District in Nagaland. Two note pads (tax demand slip- NPGN/NNC (N/A), two note pads budget order allotment NPGN-NNC (N/A) Ministry of Home Affairs, two tax slips NPGN/NNC (N/A), one mobile handset and cash amount of INR 2150 was recovered from his possession.
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August - 2 
Police arrested four Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) Over Ground Workers (OGWs) involved in developing an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) to carry out blasts and motivating youth to join the militant ranks by using social media and online platforms from diff
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Police arrested four Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) Over Ground Workers (OGWs) involved in developing an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) to carry out blasts and motivating youth to join the militant ranks by using social media and online platforms from different locations in J&K in India on August 2, reports Daily Excelsior. The four arrested LeT OGW’s are identified as Aamir Reyaz Lone of Baramulla District and incriminating materials including electronic devices were recovered from his possession, Owais Ahmad Shaksaz, resident of Seer Hamdan, Anantnag District is in the process of making an IED with the help of information from the open source internet platforms, Suhaib Muzaffar Qazi alias Tamil of Rajpora in Pulwama District and Tariq Dar. All the four arrested were in contact with active militants and incriminating materials including hand grenades and electronic devices have also been recovered from their possession.
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August - 2 
Police issued a list of ten most wanted militants in J&K in India on August 2, reports Daily Excelsior. The most wanted militants are identified as Salim Parray, Yousuf Kantroo, Abbas Sheikh, Reyaz Shetergund, Farooq Nali, Zubair Wani, Ashraf Molvi,
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Police issued a list of ten most wanted militants in J&K in India on August 2, reports Daily Excelsior. The most wanted militants are identified as Salim Parray, Yousuf Kantroo, Abbas Sheikh, Reyaz Shetergund, Farooq Nali, Zubair Wani, Ashraf Molvi, Saqib Manzoor, Umer Mustaq Khandey and Wakeel Shah, said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar.
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August - 2 
Some posters put up by cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) surfaced in Nabarangpur District of Odisha on August 2, reports The Pioneer. The Maoist posters and leaflets were found along State Highway 40, triggering panic among l
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Some posters put up by cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) surfaced in Nabarangpur District of Odisha on August 2, reports The Pioneer. The Maoist posters and leaflets were found along State Highway 40, triggering panic among locals. The hand-written posters, claimed to be of Mainpur Divisional Committee of the CPI-Maoist, were found on highway near Jodango village under Raighar Police Station limits in Nabarangpur District. In the posters, Maoists have appealed to the people to observe ongoing ‘martyrs’ week’ and make it a success. They also demanded a halt to combing operations by Security Forces (SFs). The Maoists also threatened ‘Police informers’ of dire consequences and said they would be punished in praja court ('people's court' held by the Maoists). The Maoists observed ‘martyrs’ week’ from July 30 – August 3.
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August - 2 
A soldier, identified as Naik Ghulam Mustafa (37), was killed after militants opened fire on a military post in Ghariom area of North Waziristan District on August 2, reports Geo TV. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the troops had resp
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A soldier, identified as Naik Ghulam Mustafa (37), was killed after militants opened fire on a military post in Ghariom area of North Waziristan District on August 2, reports Geo TV. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the troops had responded in a befitting manner, while sanitisation of the area was being carried out to eliminate any militants.
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August - 2 
One Police constable, identified as Dilawar Khan, was killed when unidentified gunmen opened fire on policemen guarding polio workers administering vaccinations near Atal Sharif area of Kalachi Tehsil (revenue unit) in Dera Ismail Khan District on Au
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One Police constable, identified as Dilawar Khan, was killed when unidentified gunmen opened fire on policemen guarding polio workers administering vaccinations near Atal Sharif area of Kalachi Tehsil (revenue unit) in Dera Ismail Khan District on August 2, reports Geo TV. The gunmen managed to escape the scene.
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August - 2 
Two militants were killed when Security Forces (SFs) on August 2 conducted an area clearance operation in Zangutai area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after they received intelligence of presence of militants there, reports Geo TV
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Two militants were killed when Security Forces (SFs) on August 2 conducted an area clearance operation in Zangutai area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after they received intelligence of presence of militants there, reports Geo TV. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), a soldier also sustained injuries. The slain militants were actively involved in fire raids and improvised explosive device (IED) explosions against SFs, the ISPR added.
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August - 2 
The Supreme Court (SC) on August 2 refused to issue an interim order in the case filed by four former lawmakers representing the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist Centre (CPN-Maoist Centre) who had joined the KP Sharma Oli Government, reports The Himal
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The Supreme Court (SC) on August 2 refused to issue an interim order in the case filed by four former lawmakers representing the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist Centre (CPN-Maoist Centre) who had joined the KP Sharma Oli Government, reports The Himalayan Times. Top Bahadur Rayamajhi, Lekh Raj Bhatta, Prabhu Sah, and Gauri Shankar Chaudhary had filed a writ petition at the SC on July 28 demanding reinstatement of their House of Representatives seats that they had lost after the CPN-Maoist Centre took disciplinary action against them for defecting to the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML).
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August - 2 
Government figures indicate that 455 Taliban militants were killed and 232 more were injured in operations conducted by Afghan Security Forces in the past 24 hours, reports Tolo News on August 3. The Taliban has denied this claim.
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Government figures indicate that 455 Taliban militants were killed and 232 more were injured in operations conducted by Afghan Security Forces in the past 24 hours, reports Tolo News on August 3. The Taliban has denied this claim.
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August - 2 
Security Forces with the support of the Air Force launched joint operations killing 41 Taliban militants in Pul-e-Pashtun, Pul-e-Malan, Asia Klokhi, Pul-e-Rawashan Hawada, and areas around Herat city, the provincial capital of Herat Province, report
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Security Forces with the support of the Air Force launched joint operations killing 41 Taliban militants in Pul-e-Pashtun, Pul-e-Malan, Asia Klokhi, Pul-e-Rawashan Hawada, and areas around Herat city, the provincial capital of Herat Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 3.
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August - 2 
Security Forces killed five Taliban militants, in airstrikes, conducted in the Shulgara District of Balkh Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 3.
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Security Forces killed five Taliban militants, in airstrikes, conducted in the Shulgara District of Balkh Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 3.
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August - 2 
Unidentified gunmen killed Nangarhar provincial council adviser Emdadullah Hamdard in the fourth district of Jalalabad city, the provincial capital of Nangarhar Province on August 2, reports Bakhtar News.
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Unidentified gunmen killed Nangarhar provincial council adviser Emdadullah Hamdard in the fourth district of Jalalabad city, the provincial capital of Nangarhar Province on August 2, reports Bakhtar News.
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August - 3 
On 3 Aug, shops and business establishments in Nagaland remained closed from 2nd August midnight till 3rd August noon in protest against the “Centre’s silence” on the Framework Agreement signed between the Government of India (GoI) and the National
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On 3 Aug, shops and business establishments in Nagaland remained closed from 2nd August midnight till 3rd August noon in protest against the “Centre’s silence” on the Framework Agreement signed between the Government of India (GoI) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), on 3rd August, 2015, reports East Mojo. In reference to the shutdown, the NSCN-IM has said that the 12-hour “Nagalim shutdown call met with a grand success because of the overwhelming support from all over Naga areas including the Naga areas of Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur.” “It was organized to show our anguish and disappointment for dilly-dally in finalization of the Framework Agreement,” it added.
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August - 3 
On August 3, two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed in an ambush with suspected militants of banned Biswamohan faction of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-BM) at RC Nath Border Outpost (BOP) near the India-Bangladesh border
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On August 3, two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed in an ambush with suspected militants of banned Biswamohan faction of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-BM) at RC Nath Border Outpost (BOP) near the India-Bangladesh border in Dhalai District of Tripura, reports East Mojo. Around 10 armed militants of NLFT-BM ambushed a team of Security Personnel who was out for checking of border fencing. The two martyred BSF personnel were identified as Sub-inspector (SI) Bhuru Singh and Constable Raj Kumar. Earlier, a team of ‘Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Tribunal’ of the Union Home Ministry (UMHA) had visited Tripura in February to record evidence against the NLFT and ATTF. Tripura shares an 856-km long international border with neighbouring Bangladesh, of which about 67-km area is unfenced.
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August - 3 
One Policeman identified as Abdul Waheed and one civilian identified as Ishtiyaq Ahmad were injured after militants opened fire on a joint party of Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Shiraz Chowk in Khanyar area of Srinagar city in Sr
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One Policeman identified as Abdul Waheed and one civilian identified as Ishtiyaq Ahmad were injured after militants opened fire on a joint party of Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Shiraz Chowk in Khanyar area of Srinagar city in Srinagar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 3, reports Greater Kashmir. Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) was launched by Security Forces (SFs) to track down the militants, however no was arrested.
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August - 3 
Police have identified the militant killed in an encounter during a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) with Security Forces (SFs) at Dard Gund locality of Chandaji in Bandipora District of J&K in India on August 3 as Lashkar-e- Toiba (LeT) militant,
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Police have identified the militant killed in an encounter during a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) with Security Forces (SFs) at Dard Gund locality of Chandaji in Bandipora District of J&K in India on August 3 as Lashkar-e- Toiba (LeT) militant, Babar Ali, who is a resident of Ugada District in Punjab of Pakistan, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs have recovered incriminating material and arms and ammunition including one AK-rifle, two AK-magazines, 40 AK-rounds, one pouch, one wireless set and one medicine bag from the site of encounter. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) reported this incident on August 3.
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August - 3 
According to Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) officials, stone-pelting incidents in J&K in India, saw a steep decline of 88 per cent to 77 in the first seven months of 2021 compared to 620 incidents in the corresponding period of 2019, just befo
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According to Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) officials, stone-pelting incidents in J&K in India, saw a steep decline of 88 per cent to 77 in the first seven months of 2021 compared to 620 incidents in the corresponding period of 2019, just before Article 370 was abrogated, reports The Economic Times on August 4. In the year 2020, 222 stone pelting cases were reported between January and July. The UMHA officials attributed the success in curbing stone-pelting to a three-pronged strategy comprising identification of Over Ground Workers (OGWs), ban on Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and a special drive conducted by the J&K Police to identify stone-pelters.
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August - 3 
On August 3, one militant and an over ground worker (OGW) of Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) were arrested in Dimapur District of Nagaland, tweets Assam Rifles.
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On August 3, one militant and an over ground worker (OGW) of Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) were arrested in Dimapur District of Nagaland, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 3 
Security Forces (SFs) killed one militant during an encounter in Chandaji area in Bandipora District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 3 (today), reports Greater Kashmir. The Police and SFs have cordoned the area to prevent the trapped mi
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Security Forces (SFs) killed one militant during an encounter in Chandaji area in Bandipora District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 3 (today), reports Greater Kashmir. The Police and SFs have cordoned the area to prevent the trapped militants escape. The search operations are going on at the site of the encounter and the identity of the slain militant is yet to be ascertained, said Police spokesperson.
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August - 3 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on August 3 filed the third supplementary charge-sheet against seven Naxals [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] from Jharkhand and West Bengal in connection with their involvement in the killing of five Police personn
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on August 3 filed the third supplementary charge-sheet against seven Naxals [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] from Jharkhand and West Bengal in connection with their involvement in the killing of five Police personnel in Jharkhand in an ambush in June 2019, reports NewsOnAir. The agency filed the charge sheet in a Special Court at Ranchi against Soma Sardar, Atul Mahto, Ram Prasad Mardi, Gulshan Singh Munda, Ravi Singh Sardar and Doctor alias Pradeep Mondal under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). The case pertains to an attack on the Police party by the Naxal cadres on June 14, 2019, at Kukru Haat in Seraikela Kharsawan District of Jharkhand in which five Police personnel were killed and their arms and ammunition were looted. The case was initially registered on June 15, 2019, at Tiruldih Police Station in Seraikela Kharsawan District and Jharkhand Police arrested 11 accused and filed two charge-sheets against them. The NIA had re-registered the case on December 9, 2020. The NIA said that Soma Sardar had played an important role in hatching the conspiracy that led to the attack on Police personnel besides being involved in providing logistical support and raising funds for Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), adds oneindia.com. Other six chargesheeted accused are underground ‘commanders’ of the CPI-Maoist and had conspired the execution of the attack on the Police personnel.
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August - 3 
A Station House Officer (SHO), Muhammad Shaifq, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Mir Ali bazaar of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on August 3, reports The Express Tribune. District Police Officer (DPO) Shafiullah
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A Station House Officer (SHO), Muhammad Shaifq, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Mir Ali bazaar of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on August 3, reports The Express Tribune. District Police Officer (DPO) Shafiullah Gandapur said that unidentified assailants opened fire at SHO Muhammad Shaifq when he was on his way to Shiwa Police Station. He said that the attackers were masked men riding bikes, who managed to escape after committing the crime.
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August - 3 
Frontier Corps (FC) Colonel Rizwan Nazir on August 3 said 90pc work on the fencing of the border with the Afghanistan has been completed, reports The Nation. Colonel Rizwan Nazir briefed foreign media during a facilitated visit to Torkham border. "Mo
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Frontier Corps (FC) Colonel Rizwan Nazir on August 3 said 90pc work on the fencing of the border with the Afghanistan has been completed, reports The Nation. Colonel Rizwan Nazir briefed foreign media during a facilitated visit to Torkham border. "More than 90pc of the fencing has been completed, and the rest would be completed by 2022 to stop all kinds of illegal movement from Afghanistan," he said. "The government of Pakistan has given a clear stance of our standing on the Afghan peace process ... we have completely secured our border, if a situation of civil war erupts, we have a proper mechanism to control the movement at the border," Colonel Rizwan Nazir said.
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August - 3 
The Election Commission (EC) scrapped registration of 41 political parties, reports My Republica on August 4. With this, there are now 95 political parties in the country. Earlier, 136 political parties were registered at the EC. The EC dismissed 41
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The Election Commission (EC) scrapped registration of 41 political parties, reports My Republica on August 4. With this, there are now 95 political parties in the country. Earlier, 136 political parties were registered at the EC. The EC dismissed 41 political parties after they failed to submit audit reports for three consecutive years. The EC has maintained that Names, Flags and Symbols used by these parties cannot be used by any other political parties for one year. According to EC Spokesperson Raj Kumar Shrestha, the EC has scrapped these political parties and office bearers of their working committee have also faced action. These parties will now need to file Rs 50,000 each. "In order to prevent the central office bearers and members of the dismissed parties from becoming office bearers of other parties for a period until the fine is collected, it has been decided to proceed with the proceedings in accordance with the law only after registering a new party and updating the existing parties," said Shrestha. The EC had earlier sought clarification from 86 political parties failing to submit audit reports for three consecutive years.
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August - 3 
Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) officials said that 19 youths have joined IS-inspired militant outfit Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) from Araihazar upazila (sub-District) of Narayanganj District, reports The Daily Star
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Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) officials said that 19 youths have joined IS-inspired militant outfit Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) from Araihazar upazila (sub-District) of Narayanganj District, reports The Daily Star on August 4. CTTC officials have arrested nine of them in a month. 10 other youths of Araihazar upazila remain missing. CTTC officials got information of the missing ones from the arrested persons.
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August - 3 
The commander of the Army's 215 Maiwand Corps, General Sami Sadat, on August 3 urged residents of Lashkargah to evacuate their houses as the Security Forces (SFs) are planning large-scale operations to clear the city of Taliban, reports Tolo News.
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The commander of the Army's 215 Maiwand Corps, General Sami Sadat, on August 3 urged residents of Lashkargah to evacuate their houses as the Security Forces (SFs) are planning large-scale operations to clear the city of Taliban, reports Tolo News. General Sadat said he announced because the safety of residents of the provincial capital of Helmand Province is the priority of the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces (ANDSF).
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August - 3 
36 Taliban militants were killed, in an airstrike in a militant gathering, in Lashkargah, the provincial capital of Helmand Province on August 3, reports Bakhtar News.
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36 Taliban militants were killed, in an airstrike in a militant gathering, in Lashkargah, the provincial capital of Helmand Province on August 3, reports Bakhtar News.
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August - 3 
Ministry of Defense claims that 375 Taliban militants were killed in attacks by Afghan Security Forces in eight provinces on August 3, reports Bakhtar News Agency. Fawad Aman, Deputy Spokesman of the Ministry of National Defense, clashes were reporte
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Ministry of Defense claims that 375 Taliban militants were killed in attacks by Afghan Security Forces in eight provinces on August 3, reports Bakhtar News Agency. Fawad Aman, Deputy Spokesman of the Ministry of National Defense, clashes were reported in Logar, Helmand, Kandahar, Herat, Jawzjan, Balkh, Kapisa, and Baghlan Provinces.
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August - 3 
On August 3, the National Assembly consisting of the Mesherano Jirga (upper house of Parliament), and Da Afghanistan Wolesi Jirga (lower house of Parliament), in a joint statement announced their firm support for the Afghan National Defense and Secu
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On August 3, the National Assembly consisting of the Mesherano Jirga (upper house of Parliament), and Da Afghanistan Wolesi Jirga (lower house of Parliament), in a joint statement announced their firm support for the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) and the Islamic Republic in their fight against Taliban, reports Tolo News. The National Assembly also said that the hard-won gains of the last 20 years must be preserved. The statement called on the Taliban to stop its activities against the economy and stop “destruction.”
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August - 3 
On August 3, three civilians were killed and 10 more were injured in an explosion in Herat city, the provincial capital of Herat Province, reports Tolo News. The explosion targeted a bus carrying civilians in the city. Clashes between Security Forces
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On August 3, three civilians were killed and 10 more were injured in an explosion in Herat city, the provincial capital of Herat Province, reports Tolo News. The explosion targeted a bus carrying civilians in the city. Clashes between Security Forces and Taliban militants have entered the sixth day in the city of Herat on August 3. The fighting continues in Districts 2, 3, 7, and 14 as well as in the southern parts of Herat’s capital near the Injil District.
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August - 3 
Security Forces killed 11 Taliban militants when militants attacked newly established security bases in Farah city, the provincial capital of Farah Province, reports Bakhtar News Agency on August 4.
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Security Forces killed 11 Taliban militants when militants attacked newly established security bases in Farah city, the provincial capital of Farah Province, reports Bakhtar News Agency on August 4.
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August - 3 
Six persons, three civilians, and three terrorists were killed in a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack followed by sporadic gunfire and hand grenade blasts that happened near the residence of acting Defense Minister General Bism
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Six persons, three civilians, and three terrorists were killed in a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack followed by sporadic gunfire and hand grenade blasts that happened near the residence of acting Defense Minister General Bismillah Mohammadi in the Shirpoor area of District 10 of Kabul city in Kabul Province on August 3, reports Reuters. A Defense Ministry spokesman said that the Defense minister is fine as he was not at his residence when the blast occurred adds Tolo News.
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August - 3 
Taiban militants, in an attack, killed five Security Force personnel on their outposts in the west of Charikar city, the provincial capital of Parwan Province on August 3, reports Tolo News.
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Taiban militants, in an attack, killed five Security Force personnel on their outposts in the west of Charikar city, the provincial capital of Parwan Province on August 3, reports Tolo News.
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August - 3 
Taliban claimed responsibility for the Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack near the residence of acting Defense Minister General Bismillah Mohammadi in the Shirpoor area of District 10 of Kabul city in Kabul Province on August 3,
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Taliban claimed responsibility for the Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack near the residence of acting Defense Minister General Bismillah Mohammadi in the Shirpoor area of District 10 of Kabul city in Kabul Province on August 3, reports Reuters. Eight civilians and three terrorists were killed in the attack. Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said his group targeted the minister's residence as an important meeting was underway there.
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August - 3 
The US conducted an airstrike that killed seven Taliban militants in the frontline of District 1 in Lashkargah city, the provincial capital of Helmand Province on August 3, reports Tolo News. The Taliban has taken over 12 Districts in Helmand except
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The US conducted an airstrike that killed seven Taliban militants in the frontline of District 1 in Lashkargah city, the provincial capital of Helmand Province on August 3, reports Tolo News. The Taliban has taken over 12 Districts in Helmand except for Kajaki District and has captured nine out of 10 districts in the city of Lashkargah, security sources said.
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August - 3 
In a press conference held on August 3, Prosecutor General Hussain Shameem said that Adhuham Ahmed, who detonated the IED during the May 6, 2021, Male bombing incident pleads guilty to terror charges and has agreed to a jail sentence of 23 years, rep
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In a press conference held on August 3, Prosecutor General Hussain Shameem said that Adhuham Ahmed, who detonated the IED during the May 6, 2021, Male bombing incident pleads guilty to terror charges and has agreed to a jail sentence of 23 years, reports The Edition. The state has charged Adhuham of committing an act of terrorism, organizing an act of terrorism, attempting to murder someone with a dangerous weapon, and supporting a terrorist group. When questioned under police custody, he had confessed to support Islamic State (IS). If these charges were proven in court, Adhuham would have received a jail sentence of 37 years. However, the penal code allows for room for lenience if the suspect cooperates with the investigation. As Adhuham had cooperated, the charges pressed against him will result in a 23 year jail sentence. In addition to Adhuham, the state is also persecuting Mujaz Mohamed, Thahmeen Ahmed, and Ali Haisham. As enough evidence was not gathered against Ahmed Fathih, the state has decided to not persecute him yet.
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August - 3 
In a press conference held on August 3, Prosecutor General Hussain Shameem said the Prosecutor General’s Office has extended the period of the investigations linked to the May 6, 2021, Male bombing after the Maldives Police Service’s request as it is
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In a press conference held on August 3, Prosecutor General Hussain Shameem said the Prosecutor General’s Office has extended the period of the investigations linked to the May 6, 2021, Male bombing after the Maldives Police Service’s request as it is yet to conclude probes into five of the suspects arrested in connection to the IED blast, reports Rajje.mv. Currently under investigation are Mohamed Thasleem, Is’haq, Fahmy Ali, Mohamed Nazim and Abdulla Ali Manik.
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August - 4 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a chargesheet on August 4, against six militants of Lashkar-e-Mustafa (LeM), a frontal organisation of Pakistan based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), who were planning attacks in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and othe
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a chargesheet on August 4, against six militants of Lashkar-e-Mustafa (LeM), a frontal organisation of Pakistan based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), who were planning attacks in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and other parts of the country, reports Daily Excelsior. Those chargesheeted include Hidayat Ullah Malik, LeM ‘commander’, Baseerat-ul-Ain, a women and both of them residents of Shopian District in J&K, Mustaq Alam and Jawed Alam, both brothers from Deobahuara-Chhapra District in Bihar and two others are identified as Jan Mohd Teeli of Anantnag District and Mudabir Manzoor of Shopian District. This case was initially registered at Gangyal Police Station in Jammu District relating to conspiracy by the LeM, working at the behest of the JeM, to carry out terrorist activities in J&K with an intention to threaten sovereignty, integrity and security of India.
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August - 4 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Ganga Prasad Rai (27), wanted in several criminal cases, including that of illegal arms, explosives and extortion, surrendered with a rifle before the Police in Dumka District of Jha
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Ganga Prasad Rai (27), wanted in several criminal cases, including that of illegal arms, explosives and extortion, surrendered with a rifle before the Police in Dumka District of Jharkhand on August 4, reports outlookindia.com. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP) of Santhal Paragana, Sudarshan Prasad Mandal, said that Rai had joined CPI-Maoist in 2014 and was an active squad member for the last eight years. He was recruited by then self-styled ‘zonal commander’ Sahdeo Rai alias Tala Da who was killed in an encounter in January 2019.
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August - 4 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) supporter was arrested from his house at Jhalbahal village under Lathor Police Station limits in Bolangir District of Odisha on August 4, reports The New Indian Express. Patnagarh, Sub-Divisional Police
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) supporter was arrested from his house at Jhalbahal village under Lathor Police Station limits in Bolangir District of Odisha on August 4, reports The New Indian Express. Patnagarh, Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Jyotirmaya Abhukta, said, Duryodhan Bariha (40) was a supporter of the Bolangir-Bargarh-Mahasamund (BBM) Division, which is active in Bender, Chandel and Gandhamardhan Hill region since 2013. Duryodhan used to provide ration, medicines, shelter and logistics support to the Maoists. SDPO, Abhukta, said, Duryodhan also worked for BBM Division ‘chief’ Bikash. This apart, he had actively participated in acts of violence like the murder of Trilochan Taria in 2019 and had given shelter and facilitated the treatment of Maoist cadre Ramesh who was injured in exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) last year. Several booklets, leaflets and Mao posters were seized from Duryodhan’s house.
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August - 4 
On August 4, an over ground worker (OGW) of the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) was arrested from general area Wakka Town of Tirap District in Arunachal Pradesh, tweets Assam Rifles. 30 grams of opium
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On August 4, an over ground worker (OGW) of the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) was arrested from general area Wakka Town of Tirap District in Arunachal Pradesh, tweets Assam Rifles. 30 grams of opium was recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 4 
On August 4, India, Maldives and Sri Lanka were joined by Bangladesh, Mauritius and Seychelles to establish a maritime security mechanism for Indian Ocean Region including the Bay of Bengal amid China’s growing presence in the area, reports The Econo
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On August 4, India, Maldives and Sri Lanka were joined by Bangladesh, Mauritius and Seychelles to establish a maritime security mechanism for Indian Ocean Region including the Bay of Bengal amid China’s growing presence in the area, reports The Economic Times. The deputy NSA level meeting of six states titled ‘Colombo Security Conclave’ held, identified four pillars of cooperation Marine Safety and Security, Terrorism and Radicalization, Trafficking and Organised Crime and Cyber security, according to persons familiar with the deliberations. It discussed specific proposals for cooperation on and each of these pillars including holding regular interaction, joint exercises, capacity building and training activities, according to one of the persons quoted above. This trilateral cooperation framework was initially established in 2011.
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August - 4 
On August 4, two active militants of People's Revolutionary Party Kangleipak-Progressive (PREPAK-Pro) and Kangleipak Communist Party-Noyon (KCP-N) were arrested in separate operations from Bishnupur District in Manipur, reports Imphal Free Press. The
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On August 4, two active militants of People's Revolutionary Party Kangleipak-Progressive (PREPAK-Pro) and Kangleipak Communist Party-Noyon (KCP-N) were arrested in separate operations from Bishnupur District in Manipur, reports Imphal Free Press. The unnamed militants were handed over to Bishnupur and Keibul Lamjao Police Stations (PS) for further investigations.
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August - 4 
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed a charge sheet in a money laundering case against a notorious inter-state criminal and alleged Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operative, Madhav Das, and his family before a special court in Patna District of B
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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed a charge sheet in a money laundering case against a notorious inter-state criminal and alleged Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operative, Madhav Das, and his family before a special court in Patna District of Bihar on August 4, reports outlookindia.com. The prosecution complaint has been filed under various sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Those named in the charge sheet include Das, his wife Urmila Devi and brother-in-law Yogendra. The ED said in a statement, "Madhav Das is a notorious inter-state criminal and also a member of a banned Left-Wing Extremist group. He has a criminal record of several bank robberies and dacoities in Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha and West Bengal."
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August - 4 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) along with Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) carried out raids and arrested a person identified as Muzamil Ahmad Bhat from his residence at Chittibanday in Bandipora District of Jammu and Kashmir (
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) along with Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) carried out raids and arrested a person identified as Muzamil Ahmad Bhat from his residence at Chittibanday in Bandipora District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 4, in a case pertaining to terror connection reports Daily Excelsior. Security Forces (SFs) have raided two residences in Chittibanday in Bandipora District. No recovery has been made by NIA so far from these residences.
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August - 4 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested four people identified as Obaid Hamid of Srinagar District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India, Muzammil Hassan Bhat of Bandipora District in J&K, Ammar Abdul Rahman of Mangalore District in Karnataka
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested four people identified as Obaid Hamid of Srinagar District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India, Muzammil Hassan Bhat of Bandipora District in J&K, Ammar Abdul Rahman of Mangalore District in Karnataka and Shankar Venkatesh Perumal of Bengaluru in Karanataka during its simultaneous searches in J&K and Karnataka in connection with terror activities of a group propagating the violent ideology of the Islamic State/Islamic State of Iraq and Levant /Islamic State of Iraq and Syria/Daish (ISIS) on August 4, reports Daily Excelsior. During these search operations, several digital devices, including laptops, mobile phones, hard disk drives, pen drives, multiple SIM cards of different service providers and incriminating documents were seized.The four people arrested on August 4, were involved in raising funds, and radicalising and motivating more people to join ISIS, said NIA official.
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August - 4 
The situation in Afghanistan is of deep concern to all members of the UN Security Council, India's Permanent Representative to the UN and President of Security Council for the month of August TS Tirumurti said on August 4, underlining that "we cannot
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The situation in Afghanistan is of deep concern to all members of the UN Security Council, India's Permanent Representative to the UN and President of Security Council for the month of August TS Tirumurti said on August 4, underlining that "we cannot have terrorist camps" once again going back into the war-torn country and this will have a "direct impact" on India, reports NDTV. "The situation in Afghanistan is of deep concern to all members of the Security Council and we have seen that in recent days, the violence is only increasing," Tirumurti said. He also added, "we want to see an independent, peaceful, democratic and a stable Afghanistan. India has supported every opportunity that can bring peace, security and stability in Afghanistan…We are convinced that...we should address the question of violence and the targeted attacks and these are very serious concerns and all violence must come to an end. Ties with international terrorism should also be cut. We cannot have terrorist camps once again going back into Afghanistan. And this will have a direct impact on India.”
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August - 4 
A militant was arrested in a raid carried out by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) in Naseerabad District of Balochistan on August 4, reports Samaa TV. The militant was intercepted at a checkpost while travelling to Naseerabad from Quetta in a p
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A militant was arrested in a raid carried out by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) in Naseerabad District of Balochistan on August 4, reports Samaa TV. The militant was intercepted at a checkpost while travelling to Naseerabad from Quetta in a passenger van. He was carrying a cache of explosives that were recovered by the CTD.
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August - 4 
Sixty-two people who were arrested on charges of having links with Zahran Hashim, the mastermind of the Easter Sunday attacks, have been remanded until August 19, reports Hiru News on August 5.
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Sixty-two people who were arrested on charges of having links with Zahran Hashim, the mastermind of the Easter Sunday attacks, have been remanded until August 19, reports Hiru News on August 5.
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August - 4 
Security Forces arrested two Islamic State-Khorasan Province (ISKP) militants in Behsud District of Nangarhar Province on August 4, reports Bakhtar News.
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Security Forces arrested two Islamic State-Khorasan Province (ISKP) militants in Behsud District of Nangarhar Province on August 4, reports Bakhtar News.
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August - 4 
The United Nations (UN) reported on August 4 that at least 40 civilians had been killed in Lashkar Gah, the provincial capital of Helmand Province in the previous 24 hours, reports Reuters. The fighting between Security Forces and Taliban militants
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The United Nations (UN) reported on August 4 that at least 40 civilians had been killed in Lashkar Gah, the provincial capital of Helmand Province in the previous 24 hours, reports Reuters. The fighting between Security Forces and Taliban militants continues for the seventh day near the Police Headquater, governor's office, prison, and other Government buildings in PD1 of the city, adds Tolo News.
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August - 4 
Afghan Security Forces killed 41 Taliban militants, including Mawlawi Anas the shadow governor of Bamiyan Province, in an airstrike in Dara-e-Sof Bala and Paen Districts of Samangan Province on August 4, reports Bakhtar News.
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Afghan Security Forces killed 41 Taliban militants, including Mawlawi Anas the shadow governor of Bamiyan Province, in an airstrike in Dara-e-Sof Bala and Paen Districts of Samangan Province on August 4, reports Bakhtar News.
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August - 4 
Four persons, three civilians, and one security official were injured in an explosion near the National Directorate of Security (NDS) building in Kabul city of Kabul Province on August 4, reports Reuters.
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Four persons, three civilians, and one security official were injured in an explosion near the National Directorate of Security (NDS) building in Kabul city of Kabul Province on August 4, reports Reuters.
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August - 4 
Security Forces successfully halted an armed Taliban attack in Taloqan city in Takhar Province on August 4, reports Bakhtar News.
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Security Forces successfully halted an armed Taliban attack in Taloqan city in Takhar Province on August 4, reports Bakhtar News.
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August - 4 
The Commander of the Special Operations Corps, Hibatullah Alizai, said that a clearance operation in PD1 District of Lashkargah city, the capital of Helmand Province, began on August 4, reports Tolo News. The fighting between Taliban and Afghan Secur
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The Commander of the Special Operations Corps, Hibatullah Alizai, said that a clearance operation in PD1 District of Lashkargah city, the capital of Helmand Province, began on August 4, reports Tolo News. The fighting between Taliban and Afghan Security Forces for control of the city has entered the 9th day adds the report.
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August - 4 
The provincial Governor Abdul Saboor Qani said that at least seven attacks by Taliban militants on the Herat city were pushed back by the Security Forces on August 4, reports Tolo News. Taliban launched attacks on districts 2, 3, 10, and 11 of Herat
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The provincial Governor Abdul Saboor Qani said that at least seven attacks by Taliban militants on the Herat city were pushed back by the Security Forces on August 4, reports Tolo News. Taliban launched attacks on districts 2, 3, 10, and 11 of Herat city on Wednesday night, Qani said, adding that “Wahid Ahmad Kohistani, police chief for Herat's District 10 and two security force members were killed in last night's clashes.” There are no reports on civilians’ casualties so far.
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August - 4 
The Taliban claimed that they have killed a District Governor of one of the Districts of Maidan Wardak Province on August 4, reports Reuters. No further details are available.
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The Taliban claimed that they have killed a District Governor of one of the Districts of Maidan Wardak Province on August 4, reports Reuters. No further details are available.
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August - 5 
Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi said that since the abrogation of Article 370, there had been unprecedented peace and progress in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India during a video conferring on August 5, reports Greater Kashmir.
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Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi said that since the abrogation of Article 370, there had been unprecedented peace and progress in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India during a video conferring on August 5, reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 5 
Militants opened fire on a Police team in the Sopore area of Baramulla District in J&K in India on August 5, reports India Today. There was no damage in this attack.
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Militants opened fire on a Police team in the Sopore area of Baramulla District in J&K in India on August 5, reports India Today. There was no damage in this attack.
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August - 5 
Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) is feeding misinformation to maximise attacks against Indians and the assets in Afghanistan, Daily Pioneer reports on August 6. ISI manoeuvre has posed a threat by Taliban not only to the Indian Embassy i
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Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) is feeding misinformation to maximise attacks against Indians and the assets in Afghanistan, Daily Pioneer reports on August 6. ISI manoeuvre has posed a threat by Taliban not only to the Indian Embassy in Afghanistan but to those in the entire region, sources said. The ISI has convinced the Taliban that India had bombed a group of Taliban in Kandahar province of Afghanistan. It has further told the UN-sanctioned group that attack helicopters and military planes that were built in India were handed over to Afghan defense department some time ago, they said. The ISI also told the Taliban that fighter jets were stationed in Kabul Airport under Indian command with Indian pilots.
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August - 5 
A labourer was killed and 11 others sustained injuries after Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a vehicle they were travelling in with an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Ghotiya village under Malewadhi Police Station l
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A labourer was killed and 11 others sustained injuries after Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a vehicle they were travelling in with an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Ghotiya village under Malewadhi Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 5 (today), reports Hindustan Times. Police said, those travelling in the vehicle were mostly labourers, and three of them were critically injured and were rushed to the hospital. One of them, identified as Dhan Singh, succumbed to his injuries later. “It was a command IED triggered by Maoists as we have found wires. The blast caused injuries to all the 12, including a woman. Police team rushed to the spot and rescued them,” Dantewada, Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallava, said, adding that the Maoists may have mistaken the Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) to be a Police vehicle and targeted it.
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August - 5 
An explosion took place in the Nowhatta area in Srinagar District of J&K in India on August 5, reports India Today. Security Forces (SFs) opened several rounds of fire after the explosion, believed to be of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). There
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An explosion took place in the Nowhatta area in Srinagar District of J&K in India on August 5, reports India Today. Security Forces (SFs) opened several rounds of fire after the explosion, believed to be of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). There was no loss of any life or injuries were reported.
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August - 5 
Militants lobbed two grenades on Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) at Bemina and Mehjoor Nagar in Srinagar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 5, reports India Today. However, No one was injured in both these attacks.
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Militants lobbed two grenades on Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) at Bemina and Mehjoor Nagar in Srinagar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 5, reports India Today. However, No one was injured in both these attacks.
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August - 5 
On August 5, a Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) racket was busted in Guwahati of Kamrup Metropolitan District in Assam, reports Northeast Now. A woman was arrested along with counterfeit Indian currency worth INR 1, 00,000, fake identity cards and i
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On August 5, a Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) racket was busted in Guwahati of Kamrup Metropolitan District in Assam, reports Northeast Now. A woman was arrested along with counterfeit Indian currency worth INR 1, 00,000, fake identity cards and items used in printing currency notes during the raid. Assam Police is on the hunt for more absconding accused persons.
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August - 5 
On August 5, a Liberation Tiger of Tribal (LTT) ‘commander-in-chief’, Khaikhohao alias Haopu Khongsai and two others were reportedly shot dead unknown armed men at their hideout in Maojang village's paddy field in Saikul subdivision in Kangpokpi Dist
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On August 5, a Liberation Tiger of Tribal (LTT) ‘commander-in-chief’, Khaikhohao alias Haopu Khongsai and two others were reportedly shot dead unknown armed men at their hideout in Maojang village's paddy field in Saikul subdivision in Kangpokpi District of Manipur, reports Imphal Free Press. According to sources, among the two other militants, one of them has been identified as Naolun Khongsai, son of the slain LTT chief. Further investigation is going on.
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August - 5 
On August 5, one militant of the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) was arrested after a gunfight with Security Forces from Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports Arunachal Times. The arrestee
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On August 5, one militant of the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) was arrested after a gunfight with Security Forces from Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports Arunachal Times. The arrestee have been identified as self-styled (ss) ‘corporal’, Wangai Wangpan (22), of Chasa village in Tirap District in Arunachal Pradesh. According to sources, “Five armed insurgents managed to escape from the spot under the cover of the thick forest.” one Chinese-made AK-56 assault rifle with three magazines and 121 live rounds, one lathode, one Chinese-made 7.65 mm pistol with two magazines, 10 live rounds of 9 mm pistol, one Chinese hand grenade, one radio set, seven mobile phones, Rs 7,980 and 100 Myanmar currencies was recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 5 
One more civilian, identified as Rupilal Kurap, a resident of Madhya Pradesh, succumbed to his injuries, after being injured along with 11 persons on August 5, when the vehicle they were travelling in went off in a landmine blast in Dantewada Distric
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One more civilian, identified as Rupilal Kurap, a resident of Madhya Pradesh, succumbed to his injuries, after being injured along with 11 persons on August 5, when the vehicle they were travelling in went off in a landmine blast in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh, reports Kalinga TV. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported that a labourer identified as Dhan Singh, was killed and 11 others sustained injuries after Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a vehicle they were travelling in with an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Ghotiya village under Malewadhi Police Station limits in Dantewada District on August 5.
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August - 5 
One terrorist, identified as Ali Raza, who was accused of killing 14 persons, was arrested from near Ayesha Manzil area of Central Karachi District in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, during a Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) operation on
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One terrorist, identified as Ali Raza, who was accused of killing 14 persons, was arrested from near Ayesha Manzil area of Central Karachi District in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, during a Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) operation on August 5, reports Samaa TV. According to the CTD officials, Ali Raza was actively recruiting young men for carrying out terrorist attacks in the country. He had reportedly fled the country and his accomplices had been arrested. He had returned recently. A cache of weapons and explosives from his possession.
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August - 5 
Police on August 5 recovered the handcuffed dead body of Awami National Party (ANP) leader Malik Ubedullah from Muhajir camp area of Saranan tehsil (revenue unit) in Pishin District of Balochistan, reports ARY News. Malik Ubedullah went missing outsi
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Police on August 5 recovered the handcuffed dead body of Awami National Party (ANP) leader Malik Ubedullah from Muhajir camp area of Saranan tehsil (revenue unit) in Pishin District of Balochistan, reports ARY News. Malik Ubedullah went missing outside his house in Kali Keetar area of Kuchlak town on June 26.
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August - 5 
The faction of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) led by Madhav Kumar Nepal and Jhalanath Khanal ignored the warning issued by party General Secretary Ishwar Pokharel on August 5 and held its Standing Committee and Centr
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The faction of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) led by Madhav Kumar Nepal and Jhalanath Khanal ignored the warning issued by party General Secretary Ishwar Pokharel on August 5 and held its Standing Committee and Central Committee meetings, reports The Himalayan Times. Pokharel had issued a press release warning party leaders not to take part in the meetings scheduled by the Nepal-Khanal faction. The Nepal-Khanal faction leader Metmani Chaudhary told that Nepal had asked the establishment faction to settle unity issues by August 8. "Nepal's implied message was that if the establishment faction did not agree for party unity by August 8, then Nepal faction would chart out its new course," Chaudhary added.
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August - 5 
Posts claiming that there is a bomb threat in two leading five-star hotels in Bambalapitiya, Wellawatta, Mirihana, Nugegoda, Mount Lavinia and Dehiwala of Colombo are false and people have been urged not to panic, the Police told Daily Mirror on Augu
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Posts claiming that there is a bomb threat in two leading five-star hotels in Bambalapitiya, Wellawatta, Mirihana, Nugegoda, Mount Lavinia and Dehiwala of Colombo are false and people have been urged not to panic, the Police told Daily Mirror on August 6. Army Commander General Shavendra Silva also confirmed that the post had circulated on social media, soon after the Easter Sunday attacks and are now being re-edited and circulated once again.
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August - 5 
The Supreme Court on August 5 issued an interim order suspending the implementation of regulations issued by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), regulations No. 01 of 2021 which was published on March 12, 2021, r
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The Supreme Court on August 5 issued an interim order suspending the implementation of regulations issued by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), regulations No. 01 of 2021 which was published on March 12, 2021, reports Colombo Page. This Interim Order will be effective until the next hearing date on August 24. The Supreme Court issued the interim order after considering three fundamental rights petitions filed by a group of journalists and human rights activists seeking an injunction restraining the implementation of the regulations. The petitioners allege that the regulations pose a serious threat to their personal freedom as they are in direct violation of Articles 10, 11, 12.1, 12.2, 13.1, 13.2, 13.4, 13.5, 13.6, 13.1 (b), 14.1 (d) and 17 of the Constitution.
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August - 5 
14 Taliban militants were killed in airstrikes on a Taliban base in the area between the Chamtal and Dehdadi Districts of Balkh Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 6.
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14 Taliban militants were killed in airstrikes on a Taliban base in the area between the Chamtal and Dehdadi Districts of Balkh Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 6.
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August - 5 August - 6
Taliban and Security Forces continue to fight for the control of the center of Sheberghan city, the provincial capital of Jawzjan Province in the last 24 hours, reports Tolo News on August 6. The Defense Ministry in a statement late on August 6 said
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Taliban and Security Forces continue to fight for the control of the center of Sheberghan city, the provincial capital of Jawzjan Province in the last 24 hours, reports Tolo News on August 6. The Defense Ministry in a statement late on August 6 said the center of Sheberghan city was retaken by Afghan troops with the support of the Air Force and the local forces loyal to former Vice President Abdul Rashid Dostum. The fighting started with the Taliban attack on August 5.
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August - 5 
Taliban executed at least 30 Afghan soldiers after capturing Kanak District in Nimruz Province, reports Tolo News on August 6. However, the Taliban has rejected the allegations, saying the soldiers were killed during clashes.
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Taliban executed at least 30 Afghan soldiers after capturing Kanak District in Nimruz Province, reports Tolo News on August 6. However, the Taliban has rejected the allegations, saying the soldiers were killed during clashes.
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August - 5 
10 Security Force personnel were killed in Farah Province on August 5, reports Tolo News.
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10 Security Force personnel were killed in Farah Province on August 5, reports Tolo News.
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August - 5 
274 Armed Taliban have been killed in the past 24 hours in attacks by security and defense forces in 16 Provinces across the country, reports Bakhtar News. These militants were killed in Nangarhar, Logar, Kandahar, Farah, Herat, Jawzjan, Samangan, Ba
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274 Armed Taliban have been killed in the past 24 hours in attacks by security and defense forces in 16 Provinces across the country, reports Bakhtar News. These militants were killed in Nangarhar, Logar, Kandahar, Farah, Herat, Jawzjan, Samangan, Balkh, Faryab, Sar-e-Pul, Helmand, Takhar, Kunduz, Baghlan, Kapisa, and Kabul Provinces.
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August - 5 
Five civilians were killed in a mortar attack in Maidan Wardak District on August 5, reports Tolo News. The Government blamed the Taliban for the attack.
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Five civilians were killed in a mortar attack in Maidan Wardak District on August 5, reports Tolo News. The Government blamed the Taliban for the attack.
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August - 5 August - 6
Taliban and Security Forces continue to fight for the control of PD1 District of Lashkargah city, the provincial capital of Helmand Province in the last 24 hours, reports Tolo News on August 6. In United National’s Security Council (UNSC), the UN env
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Taliban and Security Forces continue to fight for the control of PD1 District of Lashkargah city, the provincial capital of Helmand Province in the last 24 hours, reports Tolo News on August 6. In United National’s Security Council (UNSC), the UN envoy for Afghanistan Deborah Lyons had said on August 6 that In Lashkargah city, the capital of Helmand province, “at least 104 civilians were killed and 403 wounded since July 28."
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August - 5 
Taliban militants killed three Security Forces, including Wahid Ahmad Kohistani, the PD 10 Police chief, in PD10 District of Herat City in Herat Province, reports Tolo News.
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Taliban militants killed three Security Forces, including Wahid Ahmad Kohistani, the PD 10 Police chief, in PD10 District of Herat City in Herat Province, reports Tolo News.
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August - 5 
Ahmed Fathih arrested in connection to the May 6, 2021, Male Bombing has been released from police custody as the Prosecutor General’s Office (PGO) had decided to not press charges against him, reports Sun Online on August 6. PGO has also stated tha
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Ahmed Fathih arrested in connection to the May 6, 2021, Male Bombing has been released from police custody as the Prosecutor General’s Office (PGO) had decided to not press charges against him, reports Sun Online on August 6. PGO has also stated that they were unable to press charges against Fathih at the moment based on available evidence. From the five suspects the Police had requested to be charged in connection to the case, Fathih is the only one PGO had refused to press charges against.
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August - 6 
On August 6, four National Socialist Council of Nagaland -Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants were arrested from Menkirong area in Wokha District of Nagaland near the border with Assam, reports Northeast Now. Following an intelligence input, an illegal
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On August 6, four National Socialist Council of Nagaland -Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants were arrested from Menkirong area in Wokha District of Nagaland near the border with Assam, reports Northeast Now. Following an intelligence input, an illegal camp was destroyed and arms and ammunition including four AK Rifles, one M -16 Rifle, one 9mm pistol with three rounds, 446 live rounds of 7.62mm, 12 pouches and six pairs of military uniforms were recovered from the spot along with the four militants.
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August - 6 
On August 6, one militant of Niki Sumi-led faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K-NS) was arrested from Medziphema of Dimapur District in Nagaland, reports Northeast Now. One .22 pistol was recovered from the arrestee.
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On August 6, one militant of Niki Sumi-led faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K-NS) was arrested from Medziphema of Dimapur District in Nagaland, reports Northeast Now. One .22 pistol was recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 6 
Two Lashkar-e- Toiba (LeT) militants from Pakistan were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) and another is trapped in Upper Panghai forests of Thanamandi in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 6, when they we
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Two Lashkar-e- Toiba (LeT) militants from Pakistan were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) and another is trapped in Upper Panghai forests of Thanamandi in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 6, when they were on way to Dera Ki Gali (DKG) to reach Mughal Road and cross over to J&K after infiltration from the Line of Control (LoC) along with large quantity of arms, ammunition and explosives, reports Daily Excelsior. The search operation was on and cordon has been further tightened amid reports about presence of one more militant in the area and SFs recovered made two AK-47 rifles, seven magazines, four grenades, pouches, medicine packets from the location, said Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), Rajouri-Poonch range Vivek Gupta. The identity of slain militants is yet to be ascertained.
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August - 6 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) poster was found near Ghumusar Kurlumal Chowk under Khaprakhol Police Station limits in Bolangir District of Odisha on August 6, reports The New Indian Express. In the poster, the Maoists have threatened
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) poster was found near Ghumusar Kurlumal Chowk under Khaprakhol Police Station limits in Bolangir District of Odisha on August 6, reports The New Indian Express. In the poster, the Maoists have threatened to kill Patnagarh Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) representative, Saroj Meher, and have mentioned that the Maoist who surrendered before the Police on August 1, does not belong to our organisation. Reportedly, Aitu Korsa alias Surjan, a cadre of CPI-Maoist, had laid down arms on August 1. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported the incident on August 1.
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August - 6 
At least 25 militants from different militant groups joined National Socialist Council of Nagaland -Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), reports E Pao. In a press release, Government of the People's Republic of Nagalim/ National Socialist Council of Nagaland (GPRN
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At least 25 militants from different militant groups joined National Socialist Council of Nagaland -Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), reports E Pao. In a press release, Government of the People's Republic of Nagalim/ National Socialist Council of Nagaland (GPRN/NSCN) on August 6 claimed that the 25 militants joined the outfit as they were unhappy with the leadership of their parent organizations and NNPGs (Naga National Political Groups).
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August - 6 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) on August 6, took over the case of three Bangladeshi infiltrators, arrested by the Kolkata Police's Special Task Force (STF), propagating 'Jehadi Terrorism', officials said, reports Indiablooms.com. According to so
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) on August 6, took over the case of three Bangladeshi infiltrators, arrested by the Kolkata Police's Special Task Force (STF), propagating 'Jehadi Terrorism', officials said, reports Indiablooms.com. According to sources in the NIA, in pursuance of Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA)'s order, NIA re-registered the case, which was earlier registered by the Kolkata STF on July 10, under sections 121, 121A, 123, 124A, 125 and 120B of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and section 14A (b) of Foreigner Act. "This case relates to Bangladeshi nationals Sk Shabbir, Joseph and others, who had illegally entered India and are sympathizers/members of terrorist organization," an NIA statement read. They had hatched a conspiracy along with their unknown associates to wage war by recruiting, motivating vulnerable Muslim youth against Government of India as well as neighbouring Bangladesh to establish a 'Caliphate', by removing democratically elected government by means of criminal force, the statement added.
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August - 6 
On August 6, National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested one person, identified as Jufri Jawhar Damudi from Bhatkal in Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka in connection with an Islamic State (IS) module case after carrying out searches at two l
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On August 6, National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested one person, identified as Jufri Jawhar Damudi from Bhatkal in Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka in connection with an Islamic State (IS) module case after carrying out searches at two locations, reports sify.com reports. Damudi had created multiple pseudo-IDs on different chat platforms, officials said. An NIA official here said that the anti-terror probe agency has arrested Damudi in connection with IS-Voice of Hind case. "A cyber entity by the name of ‘Abu Hazir Al Badri' was a key IS operative, who was involved in translating Voice of Hind into south Indian languages.
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August - 6 
On August 6, one individual was arrested for illegal possession of point 22 pistol at general area Padampukhuri of Dimapur District in Nagaland, tweets Assam Rifles.
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On August 6, one individual was arrested for illegal possession of point 22 pistol at general area Padampukhuri of Dimapur District in Nagaland, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 6 August - 7
Police identified one of the two slain militants killed in an encounter with SFs at Thannamandi in Rajouri District of J&K in India on August 6 as Rameez Ahmad Tantray, a resident of Jamnagri in Shopian District, reports Daily Excelsior. An exchange
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Police identified one of the two slain militants killed in an encounter with SFs at Thannamandi in Rajouri District of J&K in India on August 6 as Rameez Ahmad Tantray, a resident of Jamnagri in Shopian District, reports Daily Excelsior. An exchange of fire between militants and SFs took place in the forested area on August 7. However, no casualties or injuries on either side were reported.
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August - 6 
Police recovered two wireless sets, two adapters, one torch and mobile data cable from near Sheep Farm at Balnoi in Mankote area in Poonch District in J&K in India on August 6, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Police recovered two wireless sets, two adapters, one torch and mobile data cable from near Sheep Farm at Balnoi in Mankote area in Poonch District in J&K in India on August 6, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 6 
SFs recovered two pistols, five magazines and 122 ammunition rounds concealed in a gunny bag during a search operation in Sarthian border hamlet in Samba District of J&K in India on August 6, reports Daily Excelsior.
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SFs recovered two pistols, five magazines and 122 ammunition rounds concealed in a gunny bag during a search operation in Sarthian border hamlet in Samba District of J&K in India on August 6, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 6 
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) - Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Acting Director Altaf Afridi on August 6 said that stability in Tribal Districts critical to regional security, reports The Express Tribune. USAID is supporting
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The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) - Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Acting Director Altaf Afridi on August 6 said that stability in Tribal Districts critical to regional security, reports The Express Tribune. USAID is supporting the KP Government in expanding governance, improving services delivery, creating economic opportunities and developing infrastructure in the province particularly in recently-merged Tribal Districts. Addressing a virtual seminar in Peshawar, Altaf Afridi, during his briefing to the press, said that stability and development in KP, particularly in the merged Districts along the border with Afghanistan, are critical to global and regional security. USAID is partnering with the Pakistanis Government to expand the presence of public entities in the newly-merged areas, provide basic services, and facilitate economic opportunities. These jointly prioritised objectives are in line with Pakistan’s Tribal Decade Strategy for 2020-2030 and the mutual goal to increase stability by delivering development to the erstwhile Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA).
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August - 6 
The faction of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) led by Madhav Kumar Nepal and Jhalanath Khanal on August 6 urged the establishment faction to halt all organisational activities, including the renewal of party membershi
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The faction of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) led by Madhav Kumar Nepal and Jhalanath Khanal on August 6 urged the establishment faction to halt all organisational activities, including the renewal of party membership and convening of ward and local level party conventions, until the unity efforts brought concrete and positive results, reports The Himalayan Times. The establishment faction, however, said it could not halt its activities endlessly.
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August - 6 
On August 6, former Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando and former IGP Pujith Jayasundara were ordered to be released on previous bail conditions by Colombo High Court Trial-at-Bar, reports Daily Mirror. They were summoned before the Trial-at-Bar ben
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On August 6, former Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando and former IGP Pujith Jayasundara were ordered to be released on previous bail conditions by Colombo High Court Trial-at-Bar, reports Daily Mirror. They were summoned before the Trial-at-Bar bench comprising of High Court Judges Namal Balalle, Adithya Patabendi and Mohomed Irshadeen in connection with their criminal negligence and failure to prevent Easter Sunday attacks.
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August - 6 
Taliban on August 6 captured the Zaranj city, the provincial capital of Nimruz Province located on the Afghan-Iran border, reports Tolo News. This is reported to be the first provincial capital to be seized by the Taliban since the Joe Biden adminis
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Taliban on August 6 captured the Zaranj city, the provincial capital of Nimruz Province located on the Afghan-Iran border, reports Tolo News. This is reported to be the first provincial capital to be seized by the Taliban since the Joe Biden administration announced that the US would completely withdraw its troops from the country.
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August - 6 
The Afghan Ministry of Defense (MoD) said that 406 Taliban militants were killed and 209 more were injured in Afghan Security Forces led operations in various parts of the country in the last 24 hours, reports Tolo News. Taliban has rejected the clai
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The Afghan Ministry of Defense (MoD) said that 406 Taliban militants were killed and 209 more were injured in Afghan Security Forces led operations in various parts of the country in the last 24 hours, reports Tolo News. Taliban has rejected the claim.
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August - 6 
The United Nations (UN) envoy for Afghanistan, Deborah Lyons, on August 6 said the UN Security Council should issue a statement against attacks on Afghan provincial capitals by the Taliban as the human toll of this strategy is extremely distressing a
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The United Nations (UN) envoy for Afghanistan, Deborah Lyons, on August 6 said the UN Security Council should issue a statement against attacks on Afghan provincial capitals by the Taliban as the human toll of this strategy is extremely distressing and the political message is even more deeply disturbing, reports Tolo News. “It would also recognize that they cannot risk the destruction of infrastructure that would be badly needed to rebuild the country once an agreement is reached. It should be made clear to the Taliban political commission that the exemptions to the travel ban and the high protocol with which they have been received by many of the countries were, in fact, predicated on a commitment and progress in the peace process,” Deborah Lyons said.
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August - 6 
Unidentified gunmen killed the Head of the Government’s Media and Information Center, Dawa Khan Menapal, at Darul Aman Road in Kabul city of Kabul Province on August 6, reports Tolo News.
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Unidentified gunmen killed the Head of the Government’s Media and Information Center, Dawa Khan Menapal, at Darul Aman Road in Kabul city of Kabul Province on August 6, reports Tolo News.
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August - 7 August - 8
A total of 46 militants of the newly formed insurgent outfit, National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB), surrendered with a huge cache of arms and ammunition in two days in Kokrajhar District of Assam, reports East Mojo. On August 7, 14 militants
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A total of 46 militants of the newly formed insurgent outfit, National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB), surrendered with a huge cache of arms and ammunition in two days in Kokrajhar District of Assam, reports East Mojo. On August 7, 14 militants of the NLFB surrendered themselves and the other 32 militants surrendered on August 8. According to sources, NLFB Commander, B Harfa was amongst the surrendered militants. The surrendered militants assembled at Jharbari forest range and Police brought them to Kokrajhar. Six AK-47 rifles, two carbines, self-loading rifles and .303 rifles each, one 9mm pistol, three hand grenades, and a large number of cartridges have been seized from their possession. With the fresh surrenders, a total of 69 militants of Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB) have laid down their arms till date. On July 22, National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB) Chief M Batha alias Binod Mushahary along with his 22 associates surrendered with sophisticated arms and ammunition at Lalpool Police outpost in Udalguri District of Assam.
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August - 7 
One militant is killed in an encounter with SFs in Mochwa area of Budgam District of J&K in India on August 7 (today), reports Greater Kashmir. SFs have recovered an AK 47 rifle and a pistol from the slain militant's possession while further search i
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One militant is killed in an encounter with SFs in Mochwa area of Budgam District of J&K in India on August 7 (today), reports Greater Kashmir. SFs have recovered an AK 47 rifle and a pistol from the slain militant's possession while further search is going on at the encounter site. The identity of slain militant is yet to be ascertained.
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August - 7 
One Policeman, identified as Constable Nisar Ahmed Wagay, a resident of Anantnag District, was killed and two other Police personnel were injured during a militant attack on Police party in Pombay area of Kulgam District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in
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One Policeman, identified as Constable Nisar Ahmed Wagay, a resident of Anantnag District, was killed and two other Police personnel were injured during a militant attack on Police party in Pombay area of Kulgam District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on August 7, reports Daily Excelsior. The injured Policemen were rushed to a nearby hospital where Nisar succumbed to his injuries while the condition of two others injured were reported to be stable.
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August - 7 
Police identified the slain militant killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) at Mouchwa area of Chadoora in Budgam District of J&K in India on August 7 as Al-Badr militant, Shakir Bashir Dar, a resident of resident of Goripora, Awantipora i
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Police identified the slain militant killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) at Mouchwa area of Chadoora in Budgam District of J&K in India on August 7 as Al-Badr militant, Shakir Bashir Dar, a resident of resident of Goripora, Awantipora in Pulwama District reports Daily Excelsior. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) has reported this incident on August 7. Police also arrested Lashkar-e- Toiba (LeT) militant identified as Shabir Ahmad Najar resident of Wuyan Khrew during a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in Mantaqi Colony Khrew area in Pulwama District after the encounter along with truck driver identified as Muhammad Shafi Dar of Gratwani Mohalla Khrew and seized the vehicle. Police recovered one AK-rifle with two magazines, 32 rounds, one Chinese pistol with two magazines, 16 rounds, one backpack and one pouch were recovered from the site of encounter and one Chinese Pistol, one Pistol Magazine, seven Pistol rounds, two AK-Magazines, 50 AK-rounds, one Chinese grenade and 5 kilograms of Improvised Explosive Device (IED) were also recovered from the arrested LeT militant.
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August - 7 
Police in a joint operation with Central Reserve Police (CRPF) arrested a hardcore Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Kishore Barnwal, who was absconding for 12 years after allegedly abducting and murdering a Sub-Inspect
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Police in a joint operation with Central Reserve Police (CRPF) arrested a hardcore Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Kishore Barnwal, who was absconding for 12 years after allegedly abducting and murdering a Sub-Inspector (SI) and a Special Task Force (STF) trooper, when he had reached in Salayatand village in Bhelwaghati Police Station area to meet a special acquaintance in Giridih District of Jharkhand on August 7, reports The Pioneer. Kishore, a resident of Sono Police Station area in Jamui District of Bihar, however, there is no reward announced against him in Giridih or Jamui, nor is there any Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] case registered against him in Giridih. Police sources said that in the year 2009, the Maoist abducted an SI posted in Sono Police Station and a STF trooper and brutally killed both of them, and, since then he was on the run.
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August - 7 
Security has been increased at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport after a bomb threat email to Delhi Police cautioned about terrorist outfit al Qaeda planning to attack the airport, dnaindia.com reports on August 8. As per an official statemen
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Security has been increased at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport after a bomb threat email to Delhi Police cautioned about terrorist outfit al Qaeda planning to attack the airport, dnaindia.com reports on August 8. As per an official statement by the IGI Airport, after investigation the threat was found "non-specific" and Bomb Threat Assessment Committee (BTAC) was terminated from the airport." However, an extra alert has been sounded and all security measures have enhanced at IGI Airport," the statement said. "On Saturday, IGI police station informed Airline Operations Control Center (AOCC) at the airport about a bomb threat e-mail received with the subject of planned bomb blast by al Qaeda Sargana at IGI airport stating that Karanbir Suri alias Mohamad Jalal and Karanbir Suri's wife Shaily Sharda alias Haseena are coming to India on Sunday from Singapore and plan to put the Bomb on IGI in 1-3 days," it added.
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August - 7 
SFs recovered a tooth paste like explosive at Ramsoo in Ramban District of J&K in India on August 7, reports Daily Excelsior.
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SFs recovered a tooth paste like explosive at Ramsoo in Ramban District of J&K in India on August 7, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 7 
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel neutralised a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) hideout at Niyamgiri hills near Tadijhola forest under Lanjigarh Block (administrative unit) in Kalahandi District of Odisha on August 7, and
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The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel neutralised a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) hideout at Niyamgiri hills near Tadijhola forest under Lanjigarh Block (administrative unit) in Kalahandi District of Odisha on August 7, and seized cache of explosives, arms and ammunition and other daily use articles from the spot, reports Odisha TV. Based on intelligence reports, CRPF personnel launched a combing operation in the forest and seized huge number of explosives, two pistols, 35 gelatin sticks, 50 detonators, batteries, electric wire, ropes, urea tiffins, 13 live bullets and other incriminating materials with the help of sniffing dogs. “A banner of CPI Maoist Baghuna Division was also recovered from the spot. It is suspected that the group could have hidden the arms and ammunition for any ambush,” said Mitu Roy, a CRPF official, adding that further investigation into the same is underway. According to sources, the Maoists were staying in the area for the last few days and were planning for a big ambush on Independence Day and ‘Kranti Divas’, which was foiled by the security personnel. The security personnel raided the area and seized the arms and ammunition before the Maoists could carry out their plan. However, the Maoists fled the spot.
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August - 7 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on August 7, conducted searches at seven locations in Karnataka relating to rioting and violent attacks on DJ Halli and KG Halli Police Stations here on August 11, 2020, reports sify.com. Searches were conducte
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on August 7, conducted searches at seven locations in Karnataka relating to rioting and violent attacks on DJ Halli and KG Halli Police Stations here on August 11, 2020, reports sify.com. Searches were conducted at premises of seven absconding charge-sheeted accused persons, NIA said in a statement. "During the searches, incriminating documents and electronic devices were seized from the premises of absconding accused persons," the statement said.
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August - 7 
The Police and Paramilitary Forces during a special anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation recovered 14 landmines from Dalma hills under Bodam Police Station area in East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on August 7 evening, reports The Teleg
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The Police and Paramilitary Forces during a special anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation recovered 14 landmines from Dalma hills under Bodam Police Station area in East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on August 7 evening, reports The Telegraph. Superintendent of Police (SP), Subhash Chandra Jat, confirmed about the recovery of the landmines from Dalma hills, and stated, "During a special operation in Dalma hills, the police and paramilitary forces detected landmines Bodam thana area of the hills. There were in all 14 landmines, weighing six kgs each, suspected to have been planted by the outlawed naxal outfit CPI (Maoist) [Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)] targetting the paramilitary forces. " Later, all the Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) have been safely defused.
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August - 7 
One soldier, Sepoy Shahid (29), was killed when terrorists fired at a military checkpost in Ghariom area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 7, reports Geo TV. Following the fire, the troops responded in a befitting manner an
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One soldier, Sepoy Shahid (29), was killed when terrorists fired at a military checkpost in Ghariom area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 7, reports Geo TV. Following the fire, the troops responded in a befitting manner and are now carrying out an area clearance to eliminate the terrorists, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.
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August - 7 
In an event held at the Jetwing Hotel in Jaffna on August 7, the Army offered Rs.100,000 cash gifts to each of the 15 ex- Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) combatants, recently pardoned by the President for starting their own self-employment ve
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In an event held at the Jetwing Hotel in Jaffna on August 7, the Army offered Rs.100,000 cash gifts to each of the 15 ex- Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) combatants, recently pardoned by the President for starting their own self-employment ventures and continuing with their peaceful lives as law-abiding citizens, reports Daily News. The event was presided over by Chief of Defence Staff, Army Commander General Shavendra Silva.
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August - 7 
More than 200 Taliban militants were killed in a B52 bomber attack in the outskirts of central city of Sheberghan in Jawzjan Province on August 7, reports Bakhtar News Agency. A spokesman for the 209th Shaheen Corps said, the Taliban were killed in
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More than 200 Taliban militants were killed in a B52 bomber attack in the outskirts of central city of Sheberghan in Jawzjan Province on August 7, reports Bakhtar News Agency. A spokesman for the 209th Shaheen Corps said, the Taliban were killed in five B52 airstrikes on their gatherings around Sheberghan city, and about 100 vehicles and their motorcycles were also destroyed in the attacks.
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August - 7 
An Afghan Air Force pilot was killed due to an explosion that targeted his vehicle in Chahar Asiab District in Kabul Province on August 7, reports Tolo News.
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An Afghan Air Force pilot was killed due to an explosion that targeted his vehicle in Chahar Asiab District in Kabul Province on August 7, reports Tolo News.
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August - 7 
Mawlvi Ijazul Haq alias Khabib, the ‘deputy shadow governor’ of Taliban for Rustaq District in Takhar Province was killed with seven of his men on August 7, reports Bakhtar News Agency. The Special Operations Corps’ press office said that the Taliban
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Mawlvi Ijazul Haq alias Khabib, the ‘deputy shadow governor’ of Taliban for Rustaq District in Takhar Province was killed with seven of his men on August 7, reports Bakhtar News Agency. The Special Operations Corps’ press office said that the Taliban were killed during an attack on security and defense bases in Taluqan. According to the report, a large amount of Taliban weapons fell into the hands of the Security Forces during the clash.
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August - 7 
One hundred and eighty-five Taliban militants were killed overnight during operations by defense and security forces in 14 Provinces, stated the Ministry of Defense (MoD), reports Bakhtar News Agency on August 8. The MoD stated that the Taliban were
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One hundred and eighty-five Taliban militants were killed overnight during operations by defense and security forces in 14 Provinces, stated the Ministry of Defense (MoD), reports Bakhtar News Agency on August 8. The MoD stated that the Taliban were killed in security, defense and popular uprisings with the support of the air force in insecure areas of Nangarhar, Logar, Ghazni, Paktika, Maidan Wardak, Kandahar, Herat, Farah. Jawzjan, Samangan, Helmand, Takhar, Baghlan and Kapisa Provinces. The MoD added that during the operation, another 120 Taliban were injured and a large number of their weapons were destroyed. In the past 24 hours, the security troops also discovered and defused 13 Taliban-laden mines from unsafe areas in a number of Provinces.
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August - 7 
Taliban militants captured Sheberghan city, the provincial capital of Jawzjan Province after one week of clashes, reports Tolo News on August 8.
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Taliban militants captured Sheberghan city, the provincial capital of Jawzjan Province after one week of clashes, reports Tolo News on August 8.
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August - 8 
A HK 33 Assault Rifle & ammunition were recovered from Kangpokpi District on August 8, tweets Assam Rifles.
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A HK 33 Assault Rifle & ammunition were recovered from Kangpokpi District on August 8, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 8 
A woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Kanti Mallik, surrendered before Superintendent of Police (SP), Vinit Agrawal, in Kandhamal District of Odisha on August 8 (today), reports Kalinga TV. Kanti, a resident of Gangarang
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A woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Kanti Mallik, surrendered before Superintendent of Police (SP), Vinit Agrawal, in Kandhamal District of Odisha on August 8 (today), reports Kalinga TV. Kanti, a resident of Gangaranga village under Baliguda Police limits, was a member of the Kalahandi-Kandhamal-Boudh-Nayagarh (KKBN) division of the CPI-Maoist since 2018, and is suspected to be involved in many Left Wing Extremism (LWE)-related incidents.
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August - 8 
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said that there will be no mercy for the militants and their supporters in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India as the Government is committed to ensure peace and development in J&K on August 8, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said that there will be no mercy for the militants and their supporters in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India as the Government is committed to ensure peace and development in J&K on August 8, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 8 
Mukul Goel Director General of Police (DGP), Uttar Pradesh said the possibility of terror modules and sleeper cells working in Kanpur cannot be denied even though the force does not have specific intelligence currently, Times Now reports on August 9.
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Mukul Goel Director General of Police (DGP), Uttar Pradesh said the possibility of terror modules and sleeper cells working in Kanpur cannot be denied even though the force does not have specific intelligence currently, Times Now reports on August 9. He said the state's Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and intelligence agencies have decided to keep extra vigil to neutralise such forces before they execute their nefarious designs. "We have no specific intelligence inputs about terror modules, but we can't deny the possibility of terror modules and sleeper cells in the city (Kanpur)," Goel stated.
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August - 8 
On August 8, a cache of arms and ammunition were recovered from the residence of Thanglet Haokip of Moreh Ward No 7 S Moljol village in Tengnoupal District of Manipur, reports E Pao. During a search operation, two AK-56 rifles, two M16 rifles, one 9m
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On August 8, a cache of arms and ammunition were recovered from the residence of Thanglet Haokip of Moreh Ward No 7 S Moljol village in Tengnoupal District of Manipur, reports E Pao. During a search operation, two AK-56 rifles, two M16 rifles, one 9mm pistol, one Sg Saucer 9mm pistol, one Beretta pistol, one Chinese hand grenade, one AK-56 magazine, nine magazines of M16 rifle, four magazines of 9mm pistol, 361 rounds of 7.62 mm, 31 rounds of 5.6 mm, 23 rounds of 9 mm, four .38 mm rounds, seven small calibre rounds and one 8x binocular were recovered from the house of Thanglet.
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August - 8 
SFs carried out search operations in Akhnoor border belt in the outskirts of Jammu in Jammu District of J&K after receiving information about movement of two suspected persons at Kapakala and Chowki Choura, reports Daily Excelsior on August 9.
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SFs carried out search operations in Akhnoor border belt in the outskirts of Jammu in Jammu District of J&K after receiving information about movement of two suspected persons at Kapakala and Chowki Choura, reports Daily Excelsior on August 9.
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August - 8 
The cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) carried out a blast in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger reserve area in Gariyaband District of Chhattisgarh on August 8 night, and damaged some portions of Wildlife Buffalo Rescue cum Conservation centr
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The cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) carried out a blast in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger reserve area in Gariyaband District of Chhattisgarh on August 8 night, and damaged some portions of Wildlife Buffalo Rescue cum Conservation centre, reports Free Press Journal. Rajesh Kumar Pandey, Chief Conservator of Forest (Wildlife) and Regional Director, Udanti Sitanadi Tiger Reserve, said, “Naxals carried out a minor blast in the Wild Buffalo Rescue Centre and damaged some portions of the enclosure. However, the main building of the rescue centre is safe, we are collecting details of the damage done by the Naxals.” Superintendent of Police (SP), Gariyaband, Parul Mathur, said, in the night around 20-40 unidentified men of banned CPI-Maoist outfit gathered near the Wild Buffalo Rescue centre and carried out some destruction in the enclosure. They set fire to small hut-like infrastructure; we are gathering the details about it. However, carrying out an attack on Wild Buffalo Rescue centre is new to the area. Police have started an investigation into it, the SP added. After setting fire, the Maoists also raised slogans and threatened the forest staff to wind up the rescue centre or suffer serious consequences. The Maoists also tied a banner at the site in the context.
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August - 8 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted raids on August 8 at 56 locations across 14 Districts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on residences, premises and other locations of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leaders and activists following reports t
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted raids on August 8 at 56 locations across 14 Districts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in India on residences, premises and other locations of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leaders and activists following reports that despite ban imposed on the organization its activists were indulging in collection of donations which were being used for violent and secessionist activities and were motivating youth of Kashmir to indulge in disruptions, reports Daily Excelsior. The NIA arrested District President of Jamaat-e-Islami for Kishtwar District and recovered large quantity of incriminating documents, electronic devices and mobile telephones from other places during these raids. NIA has conducted raids at JeI premises at Ramban, Doda, Kishtwar, Rajouri, Srinagar, Budgam, Ganderbal, Baramulla, Kupwara, Bandipora, Anantnag, Shopian, Pulwama and Kulgam Districts in J&K in India. The funds raised by the JeI are also being channelized to militant organisations such as Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Lashkar-e- Toiba (LeT) and others through networks of JeI cadres. The JeI has also been motivating youth of Kashmir and recruiting new members (Rukuns) in J&K to participate in disruptive secessionist activities, said NIA spokesperson.
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August - 8 
The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on August 8 shot dead three militants in Ferozewala area of Lahore, the provincial capital of Punjab, reports Geo TV. The CTD spokesperson said the militants were staying at a rented house in Ferozewala where t
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The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on August 8 shot dead three militants in Ferozewala area of Lahore, the provincial capital of Punjab, reports Geo TV. The CTD spokesperson said the militants were staying at a rented house in Ferozewala where they were planning to conduct attacks on intelligence agencies and law enforcement personnel. The militants also planned to target important personalities, added CTD spokesperson. A suicide vest, three hand grenades and two Kalashnikov rifles were recovered from the possession of militants.
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August - 8 
The Security Forces (SFs) shot dead a commander of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), carrying a head money of PKR 3 million, during a joint operation on Dera-Daraban road in Dera Ismail Khan District of KP in the evening of August 8, reports Dawn. A
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The Security Forces (SFs) shot dead a commander of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), carrying a head money of PKR 3 million, during a joint operation on Dera-Daraban road in Dera Ismail Khan District of KP in the evening of August 8, reports Dawn. A Police official said that the commander, identified as Sheikh Waqas alias Khalid, was wanted by Police in several cases, including targeted killing of dozens of people and attacks on Police check posts.
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August - 8 
Two Policemen were killed and 21 others, including 12 Policemen, sustained injuries in an explosion took place near a Police van at Zarghoon Road near the University Chowk in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, in the evening of August 8,
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Two Policemen were killed and 21 others, including 12 Policemen, sustained injuries in an explosion took place near a Police van at Zarghoon Road near the University Chowk in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, in the evening of August 8, reports Geo TV. Police said that the explosives were planted on a motorcycle which was carried out by using a timed device. Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) said four kilogrammes of explosives were used in the blast.
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August - 8 
Two soldiers suffered injuries when a landmine exploded near their vehicle in the Tangi Badanzai area of Ladha Tehsil (revenue unit) in South Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 8, reports Dawn. Police said a small convoy was passing
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Two soldiers suffered injuries when a landmine exploded near their vehicle in the Tangi Badanzai area of Ladha Tehsil (revenue unit) in South Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 8, reports Dawn. Police said a small convoy was passing through a narrow pass when the landmine went off, leaving two soldiers injured.
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August - 8 
A former Airman found guilty of aiding and abetting Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) terrorists and engaging in conspiracies to murder VIPs by keeping a firearm in his possession has been imprisoned for life, reports Daily News on August 9. A
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A former Airman found guilty of aiding and abetting Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) terrorists and engaging in conspiracies to murder VIPs by keeping a firearm in his possession has been imprisoned for life, reports Daily News on August 9. A fine of Rs.25, 000 was also imposed on the convicted. The accused was taken into custody on May 2, 2009 by officers of the Criminal Investigation Department of Slave Island, Colombo. Amphibious armoured vehicle (05 type) together with 90 nine mm live bullets and 35 7.65mm live bullets were discovered in his possession at the time of his arrest.
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August - 8 
579 Taliban militants were killed and 161 others were injured in operations launched by Afghan National Defense Security and Forces (ANDSF) across 13 Provinces in the past 24 hours, reports Bakhtar News on August 9. These incidents were reported in N
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579 Taliban militants were killed and 161 others were injured in operations launched by Afghan National Defense Security and Forces (ANDSF) across 13 Provinces in the past 24 hours, reports Bakhtar News on August 9. These incidents were reported in Nangarhar, Paktia, Khost, Logar, Kandahar, Herat, Farah, Jawzjan, Samangan, Helmand, Takhar, Kunduz, and Panjshir Provinces.
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August - 8 
At least 12 members of a family including women and children were killed in a roadside mine explosion in Chino village of Sayid Karam District in Paktia Province on August 8, reports Ariana News.
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At least 12 members of a family including women and children were killed in a roadside mine explosion in Chino village of Sayid Karam District in Paktia Province on August 8, reports Ariana News.
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August - 8 
At least 65 Taliban militants were killed in airstrikes that took place in the old town of Pashtrood District and the suburbs of Kababi and Ada Masaw in Farah city, the provincial capital of Farah Province on August 8, reports Bakhtar News.
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At least 65 Taliban militants were killed in airstrikes that took place in the old town of Pashtrood District and the suburbs of Kababi and Ada Masaw in Farah city, the provincial capital of Farah Province on August 8, reports Bakhtar News.
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The Taliban on August 9 have captured Taloqan city, the provincial capital of Takhar Province, reports CNN. Earlier, on August 8, Taliban militants had captured Sar-e-Pul city, the provincial capital of Sar-e-Pul province and Kunduz city, the provinc
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The Taliban on August 9 have captured Taloqan city, the provincial capital of Takhar Province, reports CNN. Earlier, on August 8, Taliban militants had captured Sar-e-Pul city, the provincial capital of Sar-e-Pul province and Kunduz city, the provincial capital of Kunduz Province.
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August - 9 
Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) leader identified as Ghulam Rasool Dar, who is a Sarpanch and his wife Jawahira, a Panch of Redwani village in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), were killed by two bike born militants of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) wit
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Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) leader identified as Ghulam Rasool Dar, who is a Sarpanch and his wife Jawahira, a Panch of Redwani village in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), were killed by two bike born militants of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) with indiscriminate firing at Lal Chowk in Anantnag town of Anantnag District of J&K on August 9, reports Daily Excelsior. Dar was also provided with one Personal Security Officer (PSO) who, however, was found absent from duty at the time of incident. The PSO has been placed under suspension, said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Vijay Kumar.
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August - 9 
A red alert has been sounded at the Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) in Bhubaneswar (Odisha) for a period of ten days (August 10- August 20), India Today reports on August 10. The Odisha Government took the call after terror outfit al Qaeda
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A red alert has been sounded at the Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) in Bhubaneswar (Odisha) for a period of ten days (August 10- August 20), India Today reports on August 10. The Odisha Government took the call after terror outfit al Qaeda threatened to blow up the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport in Delhi ahead of Independence Day. Airport Director Pravat Ranjan Beuria told that the number of security personnel deployed at BPIA will be doubled. He added that 13 watch towers on the premises will be manned by teams of two each round-the-clock. Beuria said 67 CCTV cameras have been installed to monitor activity at the Bhubaneswar airport.
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August - 9 
An Indian Army soldier was injured in a land mine blast at Keran in Kupwara District of J&K on August 9, reports Greater Kashmir. The injured was airlifted to Badmibagh Srinagar for specialized treatment.
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An Indian Army soldier was injured in a land mine blast at Keran in Kupwara District of J&K on August 9, reports Greater Kashmir. The injured was airlifted to Badmibagh Srinagar for specialized treatment.
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August - 9 
District Police arrested a cadre of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Lodro Hassa, in a raid in the Katua forest area under Bandgaon Police Station limit
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District Police arrested a cadre of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Lodro Hassa, in a raid in the Katua forest area under Bandgaon Police Station limits in Chakradharpur subdivision area in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on August 9, reports Avenue Mail. Police recovered one country-made pistol, two live cartridges, two PLFI pamphlets, two mobile phones from his possession.
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August - 9 
Four cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a couple, surrendered in Bijapur and Dantewada Districts of Chhattisgarh on August 9, reports India Today. In the first incident, the Maoist couple, identified as Maoist ‘comm
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Four cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a couple, surrendered in Bijapur and Dantewada Districts of Chhattisgarh on August 9, reports India Today. In the first incident, the Maoist couple, identified as Maoist ‘commander’ Raju Karam (24) and his wife Sunita (21), an ‘area committee member’ (ACM) of the CPI-Maoist, and carrying a cash prize of INR 800,000 each, laid down arms in Bijapur District. The Maoist couple were active in the Kalahandi-Kandhamal-Boudh-Nayagarh [KKBN] division of Odisha and Telangana state committees of the CPI-Maoist. Raju has been part of the movement since 2013 and was tasked with guarding ‘central committee’ (CC) member Narsimha Reddy alias Jampanna in Odisha. He later was part of the Telangana Area Committee of the Maoists and eventually became ‘commander’ of its protection group in the ‘central regional bureau’ (CRB). He was carrying a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR). Sunita, who has been active since 2014, surrendered with an INSAS rifle. In the second incident, two CPI-Maoist cadres surrendered in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh, as part of the Police’s ''Lon Varratu'' campaign under which Maoists are being asked to surrender and join the mainstream. An official said Badegudra ‘jan-militia commander’ Lakhendra Kunjam (28), with a reward of INR 100,000 on his head, and militia member Bhima Markam (27) surrendered.
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August - 9 
In an operation jointly conducted by the Jharkhand Police and central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), five Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), have been recovered from a forest area in West S
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In an operation jointly conducted by the Jharkhand Police and central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), five Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), have been recovered from a forest area in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on August 9, reports Outlook. A Police statement said, the IEDs were planted targeting the forces associated with anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation. Acting on a tip-off, the District Armed Police and CRPF 60 battalion personnel launched a massive search operation and recovered the explosives, each weighing two kilograms, planted in the forest near Surbura Jharjhara New Market, the release said. The explosives have been defused by the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) of CRPF on the spot, the release said, claiming the explosives were planted to target security personnel on anti-Naxal operations.
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August - 9 
India has been invited for a meeting of regional countries on Afghanistan in Doha (Qatar), which will see the participation of countries like Turkey and Indonesia as well, dnaindia.com reports on August 10. The invite was extended during the visit of
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India has been invited for a meeting of regional countries on Afghanistan in Doha (Qatar), which will see the participation of countries like Turkey and Indonesia as well, dnaindia.com reports on August 10. The invite was extended during the visit of Qatari Special Envoy for Counter-Terrorism and Mediation in Conflict Resolution Mutlaq Al Qahtani. The Regional Conference on Afghanistan is expected to take place on August 12, 2021. Qahtani was India a 2-day visit starting August 6, during which he meets India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Foreign Secretary Harsh Shringla. Qatar's Special Envoy also had a meeting with JP Singh, Joint Secretary, PAI and Secretary (CPV and OIA) Sanjay Bhattacharya in Delhi. In a Tweet after the meet, External Affairs Ministry said, "Rapid deterioration of the security situation is a serious matter" and "peaceful and stable Afghanistan requires that the rights and interests of all sections of society are promoted and protected."
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August - 9 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) searched five locations in Bandipora District of J&K on August 9, in connection with Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) militancy funding case and recovered incriminating documents and electronic devices, reports Daily Excelsio
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) searched five locations in Bandipora District of J&K on August 9, in connection with Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) militancy funding case and recovered incriminating documents and electronic devices, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 9 
On August 9, arms and ammunition including one AK 74U Rifle, one 9mm CMG, two point22 Rifles, one point 303 Rifles, 06 Pistols & other war like stores were recovered from Imphal West District in Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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On August 9, arms and ammunition including one AK 74U Rifle, one 9mm CMG, two point22 Rifles, one point 303 Rifles, 06 Pistols & other war like stores were recovered from Imphal West District in Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 9 
On August 9, Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chief Pramod Boro said all the members of the newly-floated militant organisation, National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB), will come to the mainstream, reports East Mojo. He further added, “The le
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On August 9, Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chief Pramod Boro said all the members of the newly-floated militant organisation, National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB), will come to the mainstream, reports East Mojo. He further added, “The leaders along with cadres of the extremist organization, NLFB, have already realized and returned to the mainstream so far in two phases. I hope that all of them will return to the mainstream and be involved in community development.”
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August - 9 
On August 9, one militant of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), was arrested from ISBT Area in Purana Bazaar of Dimapur District in Nagaland for illegal possession of a country made .32 pistol, reports Morung Express.
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On August 9, one militant of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), was arrested from ISBT Area in Purana Bazaar of Dimapur District in Nagaland for illegal possession of a country made .32 pistol, reports Morung Express. A case has been registered in East Police Station, Dimapur, Nagaland.
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August - 9 
On August 9, three persons were arrested along with arms and ammunition from Gwaltabi market shed area of Imphal East District, reports E Pao. The arrested trio identified as Ningthar Ngalung, Kazipam Makang and Achan Nakang were arms traders. They w
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On August 9, three persons were arrested along with arms and ammunition from Gwaltabi market shed area of Imphal East District, reports E Pao. The arrested trio identified as Ningthar Ngalung, Kazipam Makang and Achan Nakang were arms traders. They were taking the arms for selling to an individual at Yaingangpokpi Bazar when they were intercepted. 48 live rounds of 9 mm and one single barrel gun with four live rounds and two empty cases were recovered from their possession.
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August - 9 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants identified as Yasir Hussain and Usman Qadir of Dachhan, during a search operation from Kalaingassu area of Tander in Kishtwar District of J&K on August 9, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants identified as Yasir Hussain and Usman Qadir of Dachhan, during a search operation from Kalaingassu area of Tander in Kishtwar District of J&K on August 9, reports Daily Excelsior. Both of them were missing from their houses on August 5 and two days later it was learnt that they had joined HM. SFs recovered a pistol, two grenades, one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) and a wireless set from their possession.
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August - 9 
Security Forces (SFs) launched a massive search in the Palli Morh area in Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 9, after a drone was spotted in the area, reports India Today. However, nothing was found during the search operations.
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Security Forces (SFs) launched a massive search in the Palli Morh area in Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 9, after a drone was spotted in the area, reports India Today. However, nothing was found during the search operations.
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August - 9 
The Border Security Force (BSF) with Indian Army’s Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and Special Operations Group of J&K Police recovered two AK-47 rifles, a Chinese pistol, four grenades, two mobile phones, four AK-47 magazines with 257 rounds, a pistol magazin
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The Border Security Force (BSF) with Indian Army’s Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and Special Operations Group of J&K Police recovered two AK-47 rifles, a Chinese pistol, four grenades, two mobile phones, four AK-47 magazines with 257 rounds, a pistol magazine with 68 rounds, a radio set, 13 detonators, 15 fuse detonators of Chinese grenades with levers, 12 battery mobile chargers and two nine-volt batteries during a joint search operation in the forest area at Sangad in Mankote Tehsil (revenue unit) of Mendhar sector of Poonch District of J&K on August 9, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 9 
The Punjab Police recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), hand grenades and other ammunition packed in a bag from near the Indo-Pak border in Daleke village in Amritsar District of Punjab on August 9, reports India Today. Police said, the pac
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The Punjab Police recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), hand grenades and other ammunition packed in a bag from near the Indo-Pak border in Daleke village in Amritsar District of Punjab on August 9, reports India Today. Police said, the package was delivered using a drone and contains five hand grenades, a hundred 9mm cartridges along with a tiffin bomb and three detonators. The IED was made using two kilograms of Royal Demolition Explosive (RDX) with a switch on it. Director General of Police (DGP), Punjab, Dinkar Gupta, said that terrorist groups were planning a bomb blast during the upcoming Independence Day celebrations on August 15.
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August - 9 
Troops from India and Russia carried out an anti-terror operation during the Indra-2021 drills at the Prudboi training ground in the Volgograd Region in Russia’s south, uniindia.com reports on August 10. During the drills, the Commanders of the Russi
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Troops from India and Russia carried out an anti-terror operation during the Indra-2021 drills at the Prudboi training ground in the Volgograd Region in Russia’s south, uniindia.com reports on August 10. During the drills, the Commanders of the Russian and Indian units drew up a plan of a joint operation and eliminated the notional terrorists by joint efforts. In particular, an Indian motorized infantry company was the first to start accomplishing the tasks. Tanks opened fire against the notional terrorists’ positions and a Mi-8 helicopter landed Commandos under their cover. "Simultaneously, BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicles launched an attack. An assault force of motorized infantry personnel engaged in a battle at close approaches to the locality, mopping up houses. Meanwhile, the Indian Commandos launched an assault on buildings, descending with the help of ropes on the roofs. Following this, a reinforced motor rifle company of the Southern Military District started accomplishing assigned tasks," the press office said.
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August - 9 
One person was killed and four others sustained injuries in a grenade attack at Sher Jan stop in Quetta on August 9, reports The Express Tribune. The deceased person was identified as 25-year-old Amanullah. The target of the blast was a pushcart vend
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One person was killed and four others sustained injuries in a grenade attack at Sher Jan stop in Quetta on August 9, reports The Express Tribune. The deceased person was identified as 25-year-old Amanullah. The target of the blast was a pushcart vendor selling Pakistani flags and Independence Day paraphernalia to mark the 74th birthday of the country.
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August - 9 
The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on August 9 killed at least five militants during an exchange of fire in the Western bypass area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports ARY News. A cache of explosive material and arms were re
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The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on August 9 killed at least five militants during an exchange of fire in the Western bypass area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports ARY News. A cache of explosive material and arms were recovered from the compound of the killed militants.
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August - 9 
Three officials of the customs department were killed after assailants riding motorcycles opened fire on them on Dera-Zhob road near Kulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on August 9, reports Dawn. Police said the gunme
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Three officials of the customs department were killed after assailants riding motorcycles opened fire on them on Dera-Zhob road near Kulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on August 9, reports Dawn. Police said the gunmen attacked an anti-smuggling squad of the customs department during routine patrol near Kulachi and escaped. The deceased officials were identified as Farooq Jan, Fahad Bashir and Farooq Khan.
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August - 9 
The Election Commission (EC) on August 9 updated the record of 35-member executive committee of the Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N) recognising Upendra Yadav as the only party chair, reports The Himalayan Times. Spokesperson for the EC Raj Kumar
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The Election Commission (EC) on August 9 updated the record of 35-member executive committee of the Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N) recognising Upendra Yadav as the only party chair, reports The Himalayan Times. Spokesperson for the EC Raj Kumar Shrestha said Mahantha Thakur was not listed as the party's co-chair among its 35 executive members. JSP-N leader Ram Sahay Yadav said the party had demoted Thakur to a general member after he went against the party's decisions. The EC updated the party's record after the JSP-N made changes to the 51-member executive committee removing supporters of Mahanatha Thakur and Rajendra Mahato. On July 27, the EC gave authenticity to Upendra Yadav-Baburam Bhattarai faction of the party after 34 members of the party's 51-member executive committee supported the faction during the support verification process. Only 16 members of the executive committee had supported the Thakur-Mahato faction.
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August - 9 
Supreme Court (SC) on August 9 published in its website the full 86-page full verdict of 2000 Kotalipara bomb plot, reports New Nation. In the verdict, Justice Jahangir Hossain and Justice Mohamad Badruzzaman confirmed the death penalty of 10 leaders
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Supreme Court (SC) on August 9 published in its website the full 86-page full verdict of 2000 Kotalipara bomb plot, reports New Nation. In the verdict, Justice Jahangir Hossain and Justice Mohamad Badruzzaman confirmed the death penalty of 10 leaders and cadres of Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) for attempting to kill the Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina by planting a 76kg bomb at Kotalipara in Gopalganj District on July 21, 2000. Earlier, on February 17, the High Court (HC) delivered the verdict on the death reference (lower court documents) and appeals in connection with the case for attempting to kill Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
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August - 9 
The Attorney General had requested the Chief Justice to appoint a Trial-at-Bar to hear the Indictments comprising 23, 270 charges against 25 accused before the Colombo High Court in connection with the Easter Sunday attacks, April 21, 2019, reports D
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The Attorney General had requested the Chief Justice to appoint a Trial-at-Bar to hear the Indictments comprising 23, 270 charges against 25 accused before the Colombo High Court in connection with the Easter Sunday attacks, April 21, 2019, reports Daily News on August 10.
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August - 9 
80 Taliban militants were killed in clashes with Afghan National Defense and Security Forces and airstrikes in the Dehdadi and Nahrshahi Districts of Balkh Province, reports Bakhtar News Agency on August 10.
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80 Taliban militants were killed in clashes with Afghan National Defense and Security Forces and airstrikes in the Dehdadi and Nahrshahi Districts of Balkh Province, reports Bakhtar News Agency on August 10.
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August - 9 
Security Forces in airstrikes killed three Taliban militants in Lashkargah city, the provincial capital of Helmand Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 10.
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Security Forces in airstrikes killed three Taliban militants in Lashkargah city, the provincial capital of Helmand Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 10.
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August - 9 
The Taliban have taken over most areas of Farah city following fierce battles with the Afghan Security Forces, reports Tolo News on August 10.
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The Taliban have taken over most areas of Farah city following fierce battles with the Afghan Security Forces, reports Tolo News on August 10.
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August - 9 
47 Taliban militants were killed in airstrikes in Dand, Zheri Districts and in Kandahar city of Kandahar Province on August 9, reports Bakhtar News Agency.
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47 Taliban militants were killed in airstrikes in Dand, Zheri Districts and in Kandahar city of Kandahar Province on August 9, reports Bakhtar News Agency.
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August - 9 
A three-day meeting between the representatives of the Afghan Government, the Taliban, the United States, and several foreign countries to discuss the Afghan peace process started in Doha the capital of Qatar, reports Ariana News on August 10. Notabl
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A three-day meeting between the representatives of the Afghan Government, the Taliban, the United States, and several foreign countries to discuss the Afghan peace process started in Doha the capital of Qatar, reports Ariana News on August 10. Notably, the meeting comes at a time of intensified clashes between the Afghan Security Forces and the militants across Afghanistan. The Afghan delegation includes Abdullah Abdullah, Chairman of the High Council for National Reconciliation (HCNR), Syed Sadat Mansoor Naderi, State Minister for Peace Affairs, and Chief Negotiator Masoom Stanekzai. Special Representatives of the United Nations, Qatar, United States, United Kingdom, European Union, China, Uzbekistan, and Pakistan are also participating in the meeting.
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August - 9 
Nine Taliban militants were killed in clashes with Afghan National Army (ANA) commanders in Injil, Guzara, Zawal Districts and Herat city in Herat Province, reports Bakhtar News Agency August 10.
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Nine Taliban militants were killed in clashes with Afghan National Army (ANA) commanders in Injil, Guzara, Zawal Districts and Herat city in Herat Province, reports Bakhtar News Agency August 10.
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August - 9 
One civilian was killed in an explosion caused by a mine planted in a bicycle in the Kefayat area of Mazar-e-Sharif city, the provincial capital of Balkh Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 10. Three others were injured in the incident.
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One civilian was killed in an explosion caused by a mine planted in a bicycle in the Kefayat area of Mazar-e-Sharif city, the provincial capital of Balkh Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 10. Three others were injured in the incident.
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August - 9 
Seven Taliban militants were killed in a clearing operation by Afghan National Security and Defense Forces (ANDSF) in Sheltan District of Kunar Province on August 9, reports Bakhtar News.
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Seven Taliban militants were killed in a clearing operation by Afghan National Security and Defense Forces (ANDSF) in Sheltan District of Kunar Province on August 9, reports Bakhtar News.
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August - 10 
Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai told Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) on August 10, "Some instances of individuals from different states, including Kerala, having joined IS have come to the notice of Central and State Se
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Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai told Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) on August 10, "Some instances of individuals from different states, including Kerala, having joined IS have come to the notice of Central and State Security Agencies. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the States Police have registered cases against such individuals and have taken action as per law”, reports NDTV.
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August - 10 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Sandeep Kunjam aka Lakkhu (25), was arrested after an encounter with the Police in Jairasi village under Birsa Police Station limits in Balaghat District of Madhya Pradesh on August 1
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Sandeep Kunjam aka Lakkhu (25), was arrested after an encounter with the Police in Jairasi village under Birsa Police Station limits in Balaghat District of Madhya Pradesh on August 10, reports NDTV. On a tip-off that about 20 Maoists are gathered in Jairasi village, a Police team reached the spot and surrounded them, Police said in a statement. "When asked to surrender, the Maoists started firing while retreating towards the forest. Police also retaliated in self-defence. One of the Maoists, identified as Sandeep Kunjam, was arrested by the police," the statement reads. According to the Balaghat Police, Kunjam, a resident of Kuakonda village under Bengur Police Station in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh, is an ‘area committee member’ (ACM) of the Khatiya Mocha Area Dalam (armed squad) of the CPI-Maoist. State Home Minister Narottam Mishra said, the arrested Maoist was carrying a total reward of INR 800,000, including INR 300,000 in Madhya Pradesh and INR 500,000 in neighbouring Chhattisgarh, on his head, adding, "The MP government is running an operation to eliminate Maoists from the state. Police are successful in this endeavour." Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Balaghat zone, K.P. Venkateshwar Rao said Kunjam, has 18 cases registered against him in Madhya Pradesh and four cases in Chhattisgarh.
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August - 10 
A minor was injured after an old shell exploded while digging at Dewar Lolab in Kupwara District of J&K on August 10, reports Daily Excelsior. The injured has been shifted to hospital and his condition is stable.
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A minor was injured after an old shell exploded while digging at Dewar Lolab in Kupwara District of J&K on August 10, reports Daily Excelsior. The injured has been shifted to hospital and his condition is stable.
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August - 10 
A team of the Hawk Force of State Police exchanged fire with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forests near Kadla village under Bahela Police Station area in Balaghat District of Madhya Pradesh on August 10, reports The Week.
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A team of the Hawk Force of State Police exchanged fire with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forests near Kadla village under Bahela Police Station area in Balaghat District of Madhya Pradesh on August 10, reports The Week. Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Balaghat zone, K.P. Venkateshwar Rao said, the force had got information that a group of Maoists were transporting materials of daily use through the forest area. They were challenged, but managed to escape through the dense forests.
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August - 10 
At least ten civilians including two women were injured in a grenade explosion, which was lobbed by militants towards 40 Battalion of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) near Hanuman Mandir at Hari Singh High Street area of Srinagar District of Jammu and Kash
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At least ten civilians including two women were injured in a grenade explosion, which was lobbed by militants towards 40 Battalion of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) near Hanuman Mandir at Hari Singh High Street area of Srinagar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 10, reports Daily Excelsior. The militants lobbed a grenade towards Bunker of SSB, which however missed the target and instead exploded on road resulting in minor injuries to civilians. They were shifted to Shri Maharaja Hari Singh (SMHS) hospital for treatment. Following the grenade attack, all the entry and exit points in and around Lal Chowk area in Srinagar were sealed and all the checkpoints across the Srinagar city were activated. During the intensive checking, Police arrested an individual identified as Adil Farooq Bhat, a journalist and recovered two grenades from his bag near Makkah Market Partap Park in Srinagar District on August 10. Earlier Adil Farooq was arrested in February, 2019 for his involvement in providing logistics as well as other support to the active terrorists, said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Vijay Kumar.
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August - 10 
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was injured and received a minor bullet injury during a militant attack in Zainapora area of Shopian District of J&K on August 10 (today), reports Greater Kashmir. The whole area has been cordoned off to na
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Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was injured and received a minor bullet injury during a militant attack in Zainapora area of Shopian District of J&K on August 10 (today), reports Greater Kashmir. The whole area has been cordoned off to nab the militants and the condition of injured CRPF trooper is stable.
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August - 10 
Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh on August 10, said that 57 local youths of J&K had gone to Pakistan on valid documents for studies or tourist visas but ended up becoming militants and asserted that three to four groups of militants had
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Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh on August 10, said that 57 local youths of J&K had gone to Pakistan on valid documents for studies or tourist visas but ended up becoming militants and asserted that three to four groups of militants had crossed from Pakistan to Rajouri-Poonch sectors, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 10 
Maharashtra, known as the hub of urban Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), is learnt to be finding it difficult to tackle frontal organizations which are fast spreading their wings, reports The Times of India on August 11. According to inte
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Maharashtra, known as the hub of urban Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), is learnt to be finding it difficult to tackle frontal organizations which are fast spreading their wings, reports The Times of India on August 11. According to intelligence reports, Maharashtra has the highest 84 frontal organizations having secret dens in at least five Districts in Gondia, Nagpur, Nashik, Pune and Mumbai. The State is now contemplating enacting the ‘Maharashtra Public Security Act’ to be able to firmly tackle the frontal organizations, their networks and activities. To counter plans of the frontal organizations from spreading their activities, the State aims to bring in the enactment. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), and in-charge of the State anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operations (ANO), Sandip Patil said the draft proposal is being considered by the government, and the proposal is being compiled with data and references for consideration.
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August - 10 
On August 10, a low intensity improvised explosive device (IED) took place in the parking lot of Laitumkhrah market in Shillong of East Khasi Hills District in Meghalaya, causing injuries to two persons, reports The Hindustan Times. A woman identifie
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On August 10, a low intensity improvised explosive device (IED) took place in the parking lot of Laitumkhrah market in Shillong of East Khasi Hills District in Meghalaya, causing injuries to two persons, reports The Hindustan Times. A woman identified as Christine Nongkynrih who was busy cleaning her tiny tea shop under the parking lot and Alan Laloo received minor injuries in the blast. Banned militant outfit Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has claimed responsibility for the blast through a facebook post by HNLC ‘general secretary-cum-spokesperson’ Saińkupar Nongtraw. Meanwhile, following the blast incident, Meghalaya Chief Minister (CM) Conrad K Sangma and Meghalaya Cabinet condemned the incident, reports East Mojo. CM Sangma said that ‘it was an unfortunate incident and none will be spared’.
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August - 10 
On August 10, a total of 21 militants of the National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB), including self-styled (ss) 'commander' B Jangkrikhang and top leader of the outfit, B. Gwswkhang, laid down arms at Singimari LP School in Tipkai under Parbatj
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On August 10, a total of 21 militants of the National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB), including self-styled (ss) 'commander' B Jangkrikhang and top leader of the outfit, B. Gwswkhang, laid down arms at Singimari LP School in Tipkai under Parbatjhora subdivision of Kokrajhar District in Assam, reports Northeast Now. Bodo leader Prithviraj Narayan Dev Mech, who played the role of mediator in bringing the outfit to the negotiation table, was present on the occasion. Top NLFB leaders, Thulunga Bssumatary, B. Bokho and M. Batha received the NLFB members at Tipkai and took them to Kokrajhar where a designated camp is being set up. They deposited eight sophisticated arms including AK -47, AK -56 and SLRs and 10 grenades. NLFB chief, M. Batha said, so far 120 members of the outfit from Kokrajhar and Chirang Districts have returned to the mainstream. The remaining 200 cadres from Udalguri, Sonitpur, Biswanath and other Districts will also come over ground shortly, he added. On August 7, 14 militants of the NLFB surrendered themselves and the other 32 militants surrendered on August 8. On July 22, National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB) Chief M Batha alias Binod Mushahary along with his 22 associates surrendered with sophisticated arms and ammunition at Lalpool Police outpost in Udalguri District of Assam.
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August - 10 
On August 10, Nagaland Police arrested two militants of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and two civilians for abduction and illegal detention of a woman, reports Morung Express. The accused have been identified as ‘leacy
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On August 10, Nagaland Police arrested two militants of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and two civilians for abduction and illegal detention of a woman, reports Morung Express. The accused have been identified as ‘leacy’, Semato Shohe (age 35) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), ‘secretary’, Ahuka Yeptho (age 36) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), Sunjemtoshi Aier (age 42) and Supong Ao (age 46). According to sources, the arrests were made on different dates following a complaint lodged by the victim that “she was illegally detained by unknown people for four days in an unknown location.” During investigation it was ascertained that the issue originated from the victim’s inability to pay back a loan amounting to several lakhs of rupees to a local credit society. A case has been registered in East Police Station, Dimapur, Nagaland.
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On August 10, Security Forces (SFs) carried out a joint operation in Tinkupani Reserve Forest of Tinsukia District in Assam. On August 11, four militants of the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) were ar
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On August 10, Security Forces (SFs) carried out a joint operation in Tinkupani Reserve Forest of Tinsukia District in Assam. On August 11, four militants of the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) were arrested near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border of Tinsukia District in Assam, leading to recovery of assault rifles and other weapons in follow-up operations reports East Mojo. The arrestees have been identified as Osa Gangsa, Pumla Pansa, Panglang Gangsa and Jangang Patadam. Three MQ 81 assault rifles, 294 live rounds, seven magazines, three mobile phones and other camp materials were recovered during the search operation.
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August - 10 
On August 10, the banned rebel group, Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) has called for a 36 hours shutdown from August 14 in five districts in Assam, demanding an independent nation called “Hirimba Raji State”, reports East Mojo. On August 14, f
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On August 10, the banned rebel group, Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) has called for a 36 hours shutdown from August 14 in five districts in Assam, demanding an independent nation called “Hirimba Raji State”, reports East Mojo. On August 14, from 5 AM onwards, a bandh has been declared in Dima Hasao, Cachar, Hailakandi, and Karimganj Districts in Karbi Anglong, Assam.
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August - 10 
Police have recovered an aircraft-shaped balloon with PIA written on it from the forest area of Sarhoti village falling in Teryath Police post limits in Rajouri District of J&K on August 10, reports Greater Kashmir.
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Police have recovered an aircraft-shaped balloon with PIA written on it from the forest area of Sarhoti village falling in Teryath Police post limits in Rajouri District of J&K on August 10, reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 10 
Security Forces (SFs) comprising of Police and Indian Army recovered INR 2.58 million worth hawala money meant for terror funding in J&K and arrested two persons identified as Mohammad Shakeel and Mohammad Alyas, both residents of Kanga Gali village
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Security Forces (SFs) comprising of Police and Indian Army recovered INR 2.58 million worth hawala money meant for terror funding in J&K and arrested two persons identified as Mohammad Shakeel and Mohammad Alyas, both residents of Kanga Gali village located close to Line of Control (LoC) in Mendhar sector of Poonch District in J&K from two different locations at Kanga Gali village in Poonch District and undisclosed location in J&K on August 10, reports Daily Excelsior. The hawala money was to be delivered to the commanders of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and spreading terror activities in the Kashmir Valley as well as Border Districts of Poonch and Rajouri, said official.
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August - 10 
SFs comprising of Police, Indian Army and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) carried out joint search operations at Iqbal market in Sopore of Baramulla District of J&K on August 10, reports Greater Kashmir.
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SFs comprising of Police, Indian Army and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) carried out joint search operations at Iqbal market in Sopore of Baramulla District of J&K on August 10, reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 10 
The Border Security Force (BSF) personnel spotted a drone in the Mullankot border outpost area of Amritsar District in Punjab on August 10, reports The Tribune. The border outpost is a few kilometres from Bachwind village, where the explosives were d
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The Border Security Force (BSF) personnel spotted a drone in the Mullankot border outpost area of Amritsar District in Punjab on August 10, reports The Tribune. The border outpost is a few kilometres from Bachwind village, where the explosives were dropped by a drone on the intervening night of August 7-8.
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August - 10 
The number of cases registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act has increased from 901 in 2017 to 1226 in 2019, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai informed the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) on August
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The number of cases registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act has increased from 901 in 2017 to 1226 in 2019, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai informed the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) on August 10, reports NDTV. Also, as per National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report, the number of people arrested under UAPA has gone up to 1948 in 2019 from 1554 in 2017, said Rai in a written reply to Lok Sabha. He also mentioned that the Central Government has also proscribed the Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL) or Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), Daesh as a Terrorist Organization under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. The latest published report is for the year 2019.
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August - 10 
The State-wide bandh (general shut down strike) call given by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on August 10 evoked a lukewarm response in Visakha Agency in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh, reports The Hindu on August 11. Repo
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The State-wide bandh (general shut down strike) call given by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on August 10 evoked a lukewarm response in Visakha Agency in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh, reports The Hindu on August 11. Reportedly, the bandh call was given in protest against the alleged illegal mining of laterite and bauxite in the Agency areas of Visakhapatnam and East Godavari Districts. The Police said no untoward incident was reported and that all shops and establishments remained open. Public transport functioned as usual.
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August - 10 
Three grenade attacks on national flag sellers took place in different parts of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, during the last 48 hours ending on August 10, killing one person and injuring five others, reports Dawn. Unidentified perso
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Three grenade attacks on national flag sellers took place in different parts of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, during the last 48 hours ending on August 10, killing one person and injuring five others, reports Dawn. Unidentified person hurled a grenade at a pushcart selling the national flags in the Sirki Road area which exploded at the roadside. However, no loss of human life was reported in the explosion which smashed windowpanes of shops and buildings. However, five people were injured in a similar grenade attack at a small shop where the national flags were hoisted in the Eastern Bypass area in the night. The motorcyclists escaped after lobbing grenades. One of the injured, identified as Amanullah (27), later succumbed to his injuries at hospital. Another person was injured in the third grenade attack in the Sariab Road area when motorcyclists targeted a pushcart selling the national flags.
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August - 10 
Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) Chair KP Sharma Oli spoke from the rostrum of the House of Representatives (HoR) on August 10 to denounce the Common Minimum Programme (CMP) unveiled by the Sher Bahadur Deuba-led coalition
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Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) Chair KP Sharma Oli spoke from the rostrum of the House of Representatives (HoR) on August 10 to denounce the Common Minimum Programme (CMP) unveiled by the Sher Bahadur Deuba-led coalition Government, reports The Himalayan Times. Addressing the HoR for the first time after the House was restored, Oli said the Government had stated in the CMP that it would review unequal treaties and agreements, but did not clearly state which treaties or agreements were unequal. Oli said that the CMP did not reflect the values and norms that the Nepali Congress stood for.
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August - 10 
Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit on August 10 arrested three cadres of the militant group Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh JMB (Neo-JMB) from Kafrul area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Sta
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Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit on August 10 arrested three cadres of the militant group Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh JMB (Neo-JMB) from Kafrul area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Jahid Hasan Raju alias Ismail alias Furkan, the ‘military wing chief and bomb expert’; Saiful Islam Maruf alias Bashira; and Rumman Hossain alias Fahad.
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August - 10 
Police on August 10 arrested another cadre of Neo-JMB from Khilgaon area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The arrestee is identified as Nazmus Shakib. Police said Shakib is accused in a case filed for injurin
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Police on August 10 arrested another cadre of Neo-JMB from Khilgaon area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The arrestee is identified as Nazmus Shakib. Police said Shakib is accused in a case filed for injuring a Policeman and involved in anti-Government activities.
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August - 10 
The Attorney General has filed the principal indictment in response to the Easter Sunday attacks, April 21, 2019 before the Colombo High Court on August 10 against 25 accused, including Naufer Mawlawi, Sajid Maulawi, Mohommed Milhan, Sadik Abdullah,
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The Attorney General has filed the principal indictment in response to the Easter Sunday attacks, April 21, 2019 before the Colombo High Court on August 10 against 25 accused, including Naufer Mawlawi, Sajid Maulawi, Mohommed Milhan, Sadik Abdullah, Aadam Lebbe alias Gafoor Mama, Mohommed Sanasdeen and Mohommed Rizwan, reports Hiru News.
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August - 10 
12 Taliban militants were killed, in an airstrike, in Nejrab District of Kapisa Province on August 10, reports Bakhtar News.
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12 Taliban militants were killed, in an airstrike, in Nejrab District of Kapisa Province on August 10, reports Bakhtar News.
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August - 10 
361 Taliban militants were killed in attacks by Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) in 11 Provinces in the past 24 hours, reports Bakhtar News on August 11. Deputy Spokesman of the Ministry of National Defense, Fawad Aman said that an
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361 Taliban militants were killed in attacks by Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) in 11 Provinces in the past 24 hours, reports Bakhtar News on August 11. Deputy Spokesman of the Ministry of National Defense, Fawad Aman said that another 145 militants were injured in clashes and attacks by ANDSF in Kunar, Nangarhar, Logar, Paktia, Paktika, Maidan Wardak, Kandahar, Sar-e-Pul, Takhar, Kunduz, and Baghlan Provinces.
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August - 10 
Officials from the Directorate of the Prison Administration said that the Taliban has released over 1,000 prisoners from jails after the militant group has recently captured cities in the past few days, reports Tolo News on August 11. However, number
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Officials from the Directorate of the Prison Administration said that the Taliban has released over 1,000 prisoners from jails after the militant group has recently captured cities in the past few days, reports Tolo News on August 11. However, numbers gathered by Tolo News indicate that up to 1000 prisoners were released just from Kunduz city in Kunduz Province and Zaranj city in Nimruz Province, and that 200 of these were Taliban.
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August - 10 
Sources informed that the Taliban militants have entered the Pul-i-Khumri, the provincial capital of Baghlan Province on August 10, reports The Khaama Press News Agency. As per the sources, the militants have crossed security outposts of the center o
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Sources informed that the Taliban militants have entered the Pul-i-Khumri, the provincial capital of Baghlan Province on August 10, reports The Khaama Press News Agency. As per the sources, the militants have crossed security outposts of the center of the Province and the Afghan Defense and Security Forces have retreated from their positions.
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August - 10 
The Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid in a Twitter post said that the fighters have entered the Pul i-Khumri city in Baghlan and Faizabad city of Badakhshan Province on August 10, reports The Khaama Press News Agency.
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The Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid in a Twitter post said that the fighters have entered the Pul i-Khumri city in Baghlan and Faizabad city of Badakhshan Province on August 10, reports The Khaama Press News Agency.
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August - 10 
Three civilians were killed due to a mortar shell fired by Taliban militants in the Kolohi Sabz area of Ghazni city of Ghazni Province on August 10, reports Bakhtar News.
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Three civilians were killed due to a mortar shell fired by Taliban militants in the Kolohi Sabz area of Ghazni city of Ghazni Province on August 10, reports Bakhtar News.
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August - 10 
Twenty-five Taliban militants were killed in an airstrike that targeted a Taliban rally in the Police District (PD)-7 of Kandahar city in Kandahar Province on August 10, reports Bakhtar News.
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Twenty-five Taliban militants were killed in an airstrike that targeted a Taliban rally in the Police District (PD)-7 of Kandahar city in Kandahar Province on August 10, reports Bakhtar News.
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Abbas Faiz, Government's special envoy in the investigation into the May 6, 2021, Male bombing has tweeted that first part of the probe has concluded and that next step is "links and finances", reports Rajje.mv on August 11. He added that Maldives Po
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Abbas Faiz, Government's special envoy in the investigation into the May 6, 2021, Male bombing has tweeted that first part of the probe has concluded and that next step is "links and finances", reports Rajje.mv on August 11. He added that Maldives Police Service and the Prosecutor General's Office assured that "wider links and financing are being investigated". He also showed his support towards the Prosecutor General's call for a public trial.
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New intel inputs have revealed that Pakistan-based terror outfits, including Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) have made elaborate plans to target security establishments, forward posts and have been pushing arms and ammunition into t
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New intel inputs have revealed that Pakistan-based terror outfits, including Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) have made elaborate plans to target security establishments, forward posts and have been pushing arms and ammunition into the country around Independence Day, India Today reports on August 12. Security agencies from Kashmir to Delhi have been put on high alert over the past weeks in anticipation of terror threats. Intelligence inputs have said attempts can be made to push in terrorists loaded with arms and ammunition into the Indian territory.
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August - 11 
Security Forces (SFs) comprising of Police and Army recovered three AK-47 rifles, 12 AK magazines, two pistols, four pistol magazines, 350 AK rounds, 200 pistol rounds, 18 grenades and other incriminating material during a joint Cordon and Search Op
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Security Forces (SFs) comprising of Police and Army recovered three AK-47 rifles, 12 AK magazines, two pistols, four pistol magazines, 350 AK rounds, 200 pistol rounds, 18 grenades and other incriminating material during a joint Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in Govind Nallah along the Line of Control (LoC) in Tarbal village of Gurez in Bandipora District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 11, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 11 
SFs comprising of Army, Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a joint Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in Nandpur in Ramgarh sector covering all the way border area up to Lala Chak, Rajpura in Ghagwal sector of
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SFs comprising of Army, Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a joint Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in Nandpur in Ramgarh sector covering all the way border area up to Lala Chak, Rajpura in Ghagwal sector of Samba District of J&K on August 11 ahead of Independence Day amid suspected drone activities in the areas close to the International Border (IB), reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 11 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has shared inputs mentioning that the Islamic State/Islamic State of Iraq and Levant /Islamic State of Iraq and Syria/Daish (ISIS) is spreading its radical propaganda among the Muslim youth in India through pr
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has shared inputs mentioning that the Islamic State/Islamic State of Iraq and Levant /Islamic State of Iraq and Syria/Daish (ISIS) is spreading its radical propaganda among the Muslim youth in India through propaganda materials translated into South-Indian languages, especially Malayalam, reports ANI on August 12 (today). These inputs came during the interrogation of Jufri Jawhar Damudi, who was arrested on August 6 during NIA raids in Karnataka in connection with the Voice of Hind case.
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August - 11 
Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), had adopted a unique model of making new recruits in India, National Investigation Agency (NIA) claimed that the JMB used to marry its cadres with Indian women to recruit their family members into the terror org
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Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), had adopted a unique model of making new recruits in India, National Investigation Agency (NIA) claimed that the JMB used to marry its cadres with Indian women to recruit their family members into the terror organisation, odishatv.in reports on August 12. A senior NIA source related to the probe said that the agency has been probing several cases of the Bangladeshi terror outfit, and the JMB came into existence around 2014, but garnered attention after the Burdwan bomb blast of October 2, 2014. Explaining the modus operandi of the JMB for recruiting youths in the terror organisation, the source said that JMB cadres targeted the youths from poor and marginalised background who could be radicalised easily. "The other modus operandi was that of marrying the cadres with the Indian girls," he said.
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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on August 11, said that a high-level committee headed by Home Secretary, Shaleen Kabra has been formed to review cases of political persons in J&K but maintained that there is hardly any political prisoner and that tho
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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on August 11, said that a high-level committee headed by Home Secretary, Shaleen Kabra has been formed to review cases of political persons in J&K but maintained that there is hardly any political prisoner and that those booked under CrPC, IPC for terror funding and militancy can’t be released, reports Daily Excelsior. The committee will look into the matter on a case-by-case basis.
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August - 11 
On August 11, six militants of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) were killed and three injured, in an encounter during intra-faction clashes at a camp located in Myanmar across Arunachal Pradesh, reports East Mojo. According to sources, the encounter to
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On August 11, six militants of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) were killed and three injured, in an encounter during intra-faction clashes at a camp located in Myanmar across Arunachal Pradesh, reports East Mojo. According to sources, the encounter took place at Nayang Wakathan camp of the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA), in Myanmar side opposite Pangsau Pass of Changlang District in Arunachal Pradesh, where PLA cadres were taking shelter on “payment basis”. “Six rebels have been confirmed death while three are injured.” “The deceased have been identified as self-styled (ss) 'major' Boycha, Leimba, Angamba, Tanthouba, Tomcha and Suresh,” sources added. Sources in the intelligence agency also said, “There was large-scale frustration among a few cadres of PLA on account of several reasons including coercion by Myanmarese Army and lack of amenities in camps as they are facing financial crisis, and so on, resulting in a few cadres deserting away with weapons.” “The clashes took place when a party was launched to bring the frustrated cadres back.”
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On August 11, two militants of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Unification (NSCN-U), and one civilian were arrested on multiple charges of kidnapping and robbery, reports Nor
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On August 11, two militants of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Unification (NSCN-U), and one civilian were arrested on multiple charges of kidnapping and robbery, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee has been identified as Mughato Awomi (age 22) of the NSCN-IM, Vinoka Zhimo (age 32) of the NSCN-U and Kavito Chishi (age 37). According to sources, the three accused persons had been evading arrest in a previous case, registered at East Police Station in Dimapur District in Nagaland in connection with the kidnapping of labour contractors.
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One person was arrested on August 11 from East Khasi Hills District in connection with August 10 IED explosion at Laitumkhrah market in Shillong, reports East Mojo. Earlier on the same day, Home Minister (HM) Lahkmen Rymbui admitted that there was a
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One person was arrested on August 11 from East Khasi Hills District in connection with August 10 IED explosion at Laitumkhrah market in Shillong, reports East Mojo. Earlier on the same day, Home Minister (HM) Lahkmen Rymbui admitted that there was a lapse in security.
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Police recovered a hand grenade during a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) from the forest area in Manyal Gali in area of Thanamandi of Rajouri District of J&K on August 11, reports Greater Kashmir. The search operation was launched by SFs on August
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Police recovered a hand grenade during a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) from the forest area in Manyal Gali in area of Thanamandi of Rajouri District of J&K on August 11, reports Greater Kashmir. The search operation was launched by SFs on August 6 in the area.
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August - 11 
There are reports that Pakistani militant outfits like LeT, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) are looking for an opportunity to carry out major terror attacks in the Jammu region as well as in the Kashmir region of J&K, said Director
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There are reports that Pakistani militant outfits like LeT, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) are looking for an opportunity to carry out major terror attacks in the Jammu region as well as in the Kashmir region of J&K, said Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh on August 11, report Thee New Indian Express.
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Anti-Terrorism Unit of Police on August 11 arrested four cadres of the banned militant group Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) also known as Ansar al Islam, from Rayerbagh area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The
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Anti-Terrorism Unit of Police on August 11 arrested four cadres of the banned militant group Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) also known as Ansar al Islam, from Rayerbagh area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Raihan Hossain, Tanvir Hossain, Aminul Islam and Sagar Islam. Four mobile phones, two knives and some books propagating extremism were recovered from them.
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Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF), with the support of the Air Force, killed 121 Taliban militants in operations conducted in Dand, Zheri Daman, and Police District (PD) 15 of Kandahar city, the provincial capital of Kandahar Provin
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Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF), with the support of the Air Force, killed 121 Taliban militants in operations conducted in Dand, Zheri Daman, and Police District (PD) 15 of Kandahar city, the provincial capital of Kandahar Province on August 11, reports Bakhtar News.
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Marshal Abdul Rashid Dostum on August 11 assured the Afghan people that he will clear the northern provinces of the Taliban, reports Tolo News. “The Taliban came to the north, but they were trapped. But this time, with the support of the God, it will
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Marshal Abdul Rashid Dostum on August 11 assured the Afghan people that he will clear the northern provinces of the Taliban, reports Tolo News. “The Taliban came to the north, but they were trapped. But this time, with the support of the God, it will be difficult for them to get out of the north—for instance, what Mullah Fazel faced here, they will face the same fate,” said Dostum in Mazar-e-Sharif, the capital of Balkh Province.
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On August 11, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan said that the Taliban leaders have told him that until President Ghani is in power, the group will not engage in talks with the Afghanistan Government, reports Reuters. “The condition is that as long
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On August 11, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan said that the Taliban leaders have told him that until President Ghani is in power, the group will not engage in talks with the Afghanistan Government, reports Reuters. “The condition is that as long as Ashraf Ghani is there, we (the Taliban) are not going to talk to the Afghan government,” Khan said, quoting the Taliban leaders, said, Imran Khan.
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August - 11 
During a meeting of Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)'s National Congress on August 11, the Chair of the May 6th committee, Hassan Afeef has stated that special programmes are to be conducted to raise awareness about religious extremism in the Maldive
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During a meeting of Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)'s National Congress on August 11, the Chair of the May 6th committee, Hassan Afeef has stated that special programmes are to be conducted to raise awareness about religious extremism in the Maldives, reports Rajje.mv. Afeef said that Islam has certain rules, and that no individual should seek to kill another on an unjustified basis. Therefore, a program will be conducted to prevent such beliefs from forming throughout society. He farther stated that Islamic scholar’s opinions will be sought regularly for this matter, and that discussions are ongoing about programmes that will help cease the spread of religious extremism in the minds of school students.
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In the press conference held in the President’s Office on August 11, President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih stated that this is not the time to announce a state of emergency and confirmed that most members of the main ruling Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)
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In the press conference held in the President’s Office on August 11, President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih stated that this is not the time to announce a state of emergency and confirmed that most members of the main ruling Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)'s National Congress stood by this decision as well, reports Rajje.mv. However President Solih assured that all those behind religious extremism would be found and punished and stated that the police are already investigating the matter.
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SFs recovered 15 grenades, 5 pistols, 3 detonators, 150 rounds of pistol, 1 packet of narcotics and a plastic bag were recovered near a school along Line of Control (LoC) in Hajitara Tadd village of Karnah Sub Division in Kupwara District of J&K dur
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SFs recovered 15 grenades, 5 pistols, 3 detonators, 150 rounds of pistol, 1 packet of narcotics and a plastic bag were recovered near a school along Line of Control (LoC) in Hajitara Tadd village of Karnah Sub Division in Kupwara District of J&K during a search operation on August 12, reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 12 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is keeping a close watch on the global terrorist organisations that have been making attempts to recruit Indians through radicalisation via different social media platforms, said an agency official on August 1
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is keeping a close watch on the global terrorist organisations that have been making attempts to recruit Indians through radicalisation via different social media platforms, said an agency official on August 12, reports The Hindu. These outfits have also been roping in translators to disseminate propaganda materials in local languages, the official said. Efforts were on to identify such elements. While probing an Islamic State-inspired module, the agency recently found that an Instagram channel named “Chronicle Foundation” was being used by elements located overseas to spread propaganda and recruit people. The group had more than 5,000 members. NIA has identified several members from India, who were allegedly in touch with operatives based in Syria, Iraq and Africa, besides the IS-Khorasan (Afghanistan) based handlers. They were instigated to join the outfits and also raise funds for them. Some of the members had even made unsuccessful attempts to travel to Afghanistan via Iran in April 2019.
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August - 12 
A ‘commander’ of the Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was allegedly killed while another cadre was injured in an internal fight among the cadres in the Kokur forest area under
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A ‘commander’ of the Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was allegedly killed while another cadre was injured in an internal fight among the cadres in the Kokur forest area under Ramgarh Police Station limits in Palamu District of Jharkhand on August 12, reports News 18. Police said that it had come to their knowledge through intelligence that a wanted Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] ‘commander’ was killed and another armed cadre had suffered bullet injuries in a fratricidal fight among the members of JJMP in the Kokur forest area. The JJMP ‘commander’, who was killed in the fight, has been identified as Ramsundar Ram. “An anti-Naxal operation has been launched in the area to nab the extremist cadres active in Kokur forest,” said, Superintendent of Police (SP), Chandan Kumar Sinha. The identity of the injured cadre is yet to be established. Police recovered two INSAS rifles, an SLR and .303 rifle from and several rounds of the bullets from the JJMP camp.
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Intelligence agencies have received specific inputs about Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) having smuggled “magnetic IEDs” to execute a terror strike before Independence Day, The Times of India reports on August 13. “Such consignments hav
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Intelligence agencies have received specific inputs about Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) having smuggled “magnetic IEDs” to execute a terror strike before Independence Day, The Times of India reports on August 13. “Such consignments have already been delivered to people inside Indian borders for execution of a terrorist action,” the alert reads. Police officers, railway police and paramilitary forces have been advised to exercise extra caution in case they discover suspicious objects over the next one week. The IEDs are estimated to have 2-3kg of explosives and “spring and toggle switch-based pressure mechanism” reportedly prepared under a Pakistan Army officer.
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August - 12 
One 75-year-old man injured on August 12, when troopers of the Assam Rifles and villagers of Chenloisho village of Mon District in Nagaland were ambushed by militants of the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-
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One 75-year-old man injured on August 12, when troopers of the Assam Rifles and villagers of Chenloisho village of Mon District in Nagaland were ambushed by militants of the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA), reports Northeast Now. The Assam Rifles troopers and the villagers were allegedly ambushed by the NSCN-K-YA militants while they were returning after clearing landslide debris from Chenloisho-Hydro project. According to the statement given by Army’s 3rd Corps, “in a recent incident at Chenloisho, the true face of NSCN-K-YA has emerged wherein they have been indulging in nefarious activities against the local people of Nagaland. In evening, when the villagers and the Assam rifles personnel were returning back together to their locations, three hand grenades were lobbed at them from a height above the dense foliage. Unfortunately, the grenades landed in front of civilians, out of which two didn’t explode however one grenade exploded causing shrapnel injuries to a 75 yrs old local Keipa of Kangynu village.
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One child, identified as Veer Singh (2), was killed and six civilians were injured, after militants lobbed a grenade at the residence of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, Balbir Singh at Khandli bridge Chowk in Rajouri town of Rajouri District of
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One child, identified as Veer Singh (2), was killed and six civilians were injured, after militants lobbed a grenade at the residence of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, Balbir Singh at Khandli bridge Chowk in Rajouri town of Rajouri District of J&K on August 12, reports Daily Excelsior. The injured were rushed to the Government Medical College (GMC) Rajouri where two-year-old Veer Singh succumbed to the injuries.
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One Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in a building in Malpora locality of Mir Bazar of Kulgam District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 13 (today), reports Greater Kashmir. The encounter start
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One Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in a building in Malpora locality of Mir Bazar of Kulgam District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 13 (today), reports Greater Kashmir. The encounter started on August 12, after two LeT militants fired at a Border Security Force (BSF) convoy on the Srinagar-Jammu highway and were trapped in the building. Two civilians, one Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper and an Army soldier were injured during the encounter, said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar.
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Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has floated a new terror outfit, Hizb-e-Wilayat to carry out attacks exclusively on Indian assets in Afghanistan, Daily Pioneer reports on August 13. The outfit, headed by one Dr Anwar Firdausi, will compr
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Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has floated a new terror outfit, Hizb-e-Wilayat to carry out attacks exclusively on Indian assets in Afghanistan, Daily Pioneer reports on August 13. The outfit, headed by one Dr Anwar Firdausi, will comprise elements of the 10,000 jehadis pushed across the border by Pakistan into Afghanistan to aid the Taliban in violent takeover of the war-ravaged country from the democratically elected Abdul Ghani Government, sources privy to the development said. Besides sending the jehadis to Afghanistan, the ISI has also forged an alliance between its terror cohorts Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) with the Taliban for the continuing onslaught in that country to target Indian assets.
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August - 12 
SFs launched Cordon and Search Operations (CASO) at Thokar Mohalla Sedow, Gadapora, Ringward Kellar, Deegam, Chek Reshnagri, Wuyan and Gulab Teng villages of Shopian District of J&K on August 12, reports Greater Kashmir. The operations were called of
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SFs launched Cordon and Search Operations (CASO) at Thokar Mohalla Sedow, Gadapora, Ringward Kellar, Deegam, Chek Reshnagri, Wuyan and Gulab Teng villages of Shopian District of J&K on August 12, reports Greater Kashmir. The operations were called off after no militant was found in these villages.
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August - 12 
Six Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militia members including four women, who worked in various cadres in the outfit, surrendered before State Director-General of Police (DGP), D Gautam Sawang in Vijayawada in Krishna District of Andhra
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Six Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militia members including four women, who worked in various cadres in the outfit, surrendered before State Director-General of Police (DGP), D Gautam Sawang in Vijayawada in Krishna District of Andhra Pradesh on August 12, reports The Times of India. The surrendered Maoists were identified as Chikkudu Chinnarao alias Sudheer (32), Vanthala Vannu (25), Madakam Somidi (25), Madakam Manglu (21), Poyam Rukini (18) and Sodi Bheeme (18). DGP, Sawang said that Chinnarao was a ‘divisional committee member’ (DCM) of Korukonda area committee, and was involved in 93 offences including 14 murders, 11 exchanges of fire and seven land mine blasts. Vanthala Vannu was involved in 10 offences including the murders of former Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA)s Kidari Sarverswar Rao and Siveri Soma. Vannu and Madakam Somidi also worked in the protection team of Maoist top leader Rama Krishna alias RK. While Mangulu participated in nine offences, Rukini and Bheeme participated in three offences each. DGP, Sawang also said that surrender of the six militia members is a major setback to the Maoist party, which has been losing ground in Andhra-Odisha Border (AOB). He said that the Adivasi people are distancing themselves from Maoists, even in the interior areas, which used to be their base.
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One Army soldier, identified as Naik Zia ud Din, and one militant were killed during an exchange of fire with militants in Sararogha area of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 12, reports Dawn. The Inter Services Public Relati
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One Army soldier, identified as Naik Zia ud Din, and one militant were killed during an exchange of fire with militants in Sararogha area of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 12, reports Dawn. The Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) statement said that in the night a military post in Sararogha detected the suspicious movement of three to four suspected militants. "A quick reaction force was immediately dispatched to challenge the suspected terrorists; however, the troops were fired upon. Due to effective response, one terrorist was killed and another was apprehended in [an] injured condition," the statement said. "The apprehended terrorist later revealed that they planned to conduct a fire raid on a military post," the ISPR added.
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Five Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) militants were killed during a search operation with the personnel of Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and Security Forces (SFs) in New Marri Camp area near Hazarganji suburb of the Quetta, the provincial capital o
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Five Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) militants were killed during a search operation with the personnel of Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and Security Forces (SFs) in New Marri Camp area near Hazarganji suburb of the Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on August 12, reports Dawn. The CTD officials said that the search operation was launched on the intelligence reports that militants were planning attacks on important places of the provincial capital on the eve of Independence Day. “Five suspected terrorists of banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) were killed in the exchange of fire,” a senior CTD official said, adding that three militants managed to escape taking the benefit of darkness. Arms and ammunition were recovered from the compound, including two sub-machine guns, three pistols and as many hand grenades. Two motorcycles, maps and documents were also recovered.
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The Police on August 12 arrested two Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants, identified as Ameer Zada and Taj Wali, from Ibrahim Hyderi Colony of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, reports Samaa TV. A cache of weapons and explosives, inclu
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The Police on August 12 arrested two Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants, identified as Ameer Zada and Taj Wali, from Ibrahim Hyderi Colony of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, reports Samaa TV. A cache of weapons and explosives, including detonators, were recovered from the possession of arrested militants. They were trained in Afghanistan, claimed Police. They confessed to have carried out attacks on NATO forces. Ameer Zada joined the group back in 2001 and is a suspect in ransom and terrorism cases. His partners Jihad Yar, Ameer Janan, Mullah Usman also known as Umme Salaama, Mir Rehman alias Haji and Fazal Rehman aka Abu Khalid have already been killed. Wali became part of the faction on local commander Qari Qayyum’s instigation back in 2009-10. He is suspected of being involved in terrorism cases in Afghanistan and South Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
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Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) officials on August 12 said that Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) was planning to make chloroform bombs for carrying out attacks in buses, classrooms, and at public places, reports The Dai
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Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) officials on August 12 said that Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) was planning to make chloroform bombs for carrying out attacks in buses, classrooms, and at public places, reports The Daily Star. The outfit's plan was to ‘kill silently’ and it even conducted tests on frogs, which swelled up and died, the officials said. The military wing of the outfit had started work to make the chloroform bombs with the blessings of Neo-JMB Ameer (Chief) Mahadi Hasan Jon. The outfit's bomb expert Jahid Hasan alias Ismail Hasan Furkan was coordinating it. The CTTC unit claimed to have unearthed the plans following the arrests and interrogation of several Neo-JMB bomb makers, including Furkan.
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10 Taliban militants were killed in an airstrike in Dara-e-Ghorband area of Siagard District of Parwan Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 13.
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10 Taliban militants were killed in an airstrike in Dara-e-Ghorband area of Siagard District of Parwan Province, reports Bakhtar News on August 13.
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Afghan Air Force, in airstrikes, killed 42 Taliban militants and wounding six others were injured in Lashkargah city of Helmand Province, reports Bakhtar News.
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Afghan Air Force, in airstrikes, killed 42 Taliban militants and wounding six others were injured in Lashkargah city of Helmand Province, reports Bakhtar News.
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Taliban claimed to have captured the centers of Herat, Kandahar, Badghis, and Helmand Provinces in the last 12 hours, reports Tolo News on August 13. Reports say that most parts of these cities have fallen to the Taliban, but Security Forces and loca
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Taliban claimed to have captured the centers of Herat, Kandahar, Badghis, and Helmand Provinces in the last 12 hours, reports Tolo News on August 13. Reports say that most parts of these cities have fallen to the Taliban, but Security Forces and local officials said they are still stationed in some areas in the cities.
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August - 12 
The Chairman of the High Council for National Reconciliation (HCNR) Abdullah Abdullah handed over the Afghan Government’s plan “exiting the crisis”, on resolving the current predicament to representatives attending the Extended Troika meeting in Doha
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The Chairman of the High Council for National Reconciliation (HCNR) Abdullah Abdullah handed over the Afghan Government’s plan “exiting the crisis”, on resolving the current predicament to representatives attending the Extended Troika meeting in Doha, Qatar, reports Arina News. Abdullah says mediation is needed to speed up the process of reaching a political agreement with the Taliban. The sources say the plan which was shared with the Taliban calls for the formation of a joint Government. At the meeting were representatives from Russia, the United States, China, and Pakistan, urged both sides to look for a peaceful solution to the violence in Afghanistan.
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The Taliban captured two major Afghan cities, Kandahar and Herat on August 12, reports Associated Press.
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The Taliban captured two major Afghan cities, Kandahar and Herat on August 12, reports Associated Press.
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The Taliban on August 12 captured Ghazni city, the capital of Ghazni Province, without any resistance from the Afghan Security Forces, reports Ariana News. The head of the Ghazni Provincial Council in a Facebook post said that the Governor of Ghazni
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The Taliban on August 12 captured Ghazni city, the capital of Ghazni Province, without any resistance from the Afghan Security Forces, reports Ariana News. The head of the Ghazni Provincial Council in a Facebook post said that the Governor of Ghazni handed over the city to the Taliban following his discussion with a Taliban commander Abu Bakr and then left the city toward Kabul with the escort of the Taliban. The capture of the city of Ghazni cuts off a crucial highway linking the Afghan capital, Kabul, with the country’s southern provinces, adds Associated Press.
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President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on August 12 convened the National Security Council (NSC) at the President’s Office and discussed on the enforcement of the recommendations proposed in the Inquiry Report compiled by the Parliamentary Committee on Nati
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President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on August 12 convened the National Security Council (NSC) at the President’s Office and discussed on the enforcement of the recommendations proposed in the Inquiry Report compiled by the Parliamentary Committee on National Security Services (241 Committee) in connection to the May 6 Male bombing, reports Sun Online. It was noted that 38 of the total 45 recommendations had already been implemented. Following this, ways to initiate and implement the remaining recommendations proposed were dwelled into.
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Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested an individual identified as Ata Aur Ayub Ali Rahman (28), distributor of fake currency from Malda District in West Bengal on August 13, reports Outlook. He was wanted in a Fake Indian Currency Note (F
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Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested an individual identified as Ata Aur Ayub Ali Rahman (28), distributor of fake currency from Malda District in West Bengal on August 13, reports Outlook. He was wanted in a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case for the past seven years and operated from Malda. The case registered with Nagpada Police Station in the Mumbai, Capital City of Maharashtra on April 12, 2014 after seven people were held with 517 notes with a face value of INR 1,000 each
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August - 13 
Around 250 grams of heroin worth INR 1, 00, 00,000 was recovered on August 13 from Ruantlang village in Champhai District of Mizoram near Myanmar border, reports Northeast Now.
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Around 250 grams of heroin worth INR 1, 00, 00,000 was recovered on August 13 from Ruantlang village in Champhai District of Mizoram near Myanmar border, reports Northeast Now.
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August - 13 
On August 13 (today), Chesterfield Thangkhiew, former self-styled ‘general secretary’ Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) was killed in an encounter at his residence in Mawlai-Kynton Massar in Shillong of East Khasi Hills District of Megha
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On August 13 (today), Chesterfield Thangkhiew, former self-styled ‘general secretary’ Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) was killed in an encounter at his residence in Mawlai-Kynton Massar in Shillong of East Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya, reports East Mojo. During a raid at his house in connection with the recent blasts in the State, the former HNLC leader attacked the Police team with a knife and in retaliatory firing, Thangkhiew was killed. One 9 mm pistol, one knife, a laptop and a number of mobile phones were recovered and two associates of Thangkhiew were arrested from the spot. Chesterfield Thangkhiew, the founding member of the HNLC and one of the most dreaded militant leaders of the state, had surrendered at Shillong in October 2018.
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August - 13 
On August 13, 27 militants of Kuki National Liberation Army (KNLA) surrendered in Karbi Anglong District of Assam, reports New Indian Express. 27 militants surrendered along with 7 firearms, including four assault rifles, five pistols and six country
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On August 13, 27 militants of Kuki National Liberation Army (KNLA) surrendered in Karbi Anglong District of Assam, reports New Indian Express. 27 militants surrendered along with 7 firearms, including four assault rifles, five pistols and six country-made guns. Since last one year, KNLA militants were surrendering in small numbers. Assam Chief Minister (CM) Himanta Biswa Sarma, confirming the surrender, tweeted, "Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modiji and Home Minister Amit Shahji, we have had a major achievement towards permanent peace in Assam. Last remaining cadres of UPRF/KNLF (KUKI) surrendered & handed over 17 weapons including 4 assault rifles to DIG & SP, Karbi Anglong".
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August - 13 
On August 13, students and locals of four villages, namely, Kangnyu, Wangto, Lankhao and Chenloisho villages of Mon District joined hands to condemn the ‘cowardly’ attack by the NSCN-K-YA on Assam Rifles troopers and locals of Chenloisho village, rep
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On August 13, students and locals of four villages, namely, Kangnyu, Wangto, Lankhao and Chenloisho villages of Mon District joined hands to condemn the ‘cowardly’ attack by the NSCN-K-YA on Assam Rifles troopers and locals of Chenloisho village, reports Northeast Now. Nearly 250 villagers from these four villages staged demonstration against the attack and observed Friday as a “Black Day”. The protestors further blocked the Wangti-Chenloisio-Chenmoho road located in Chen subdivision of Mon District in Nagaland as a part of their protest programme against the grenade attack by the NSCN-K-YA.
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August - 13 
On the night of August 13, fresh tension irrupted along the Assam-Mizoram border following a low-intensity blast at school in Hailakandi District in Assam, located along the inter-state boundary, reports Northeast NOW. According to sources, unidentif
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On the night of August 13, fresh tension irrupted along the Assam-Mizoram border following a low-intensity blast at school in Hailakandi District in Assam, located along the inter-state boundary, reports Northeast NOW. According to sources, unidentified miscreants triggered a blast at the Sahebmara Punjee, lower primary school in the Gutguti area in Hailakandi District in Assam adjoining Kolasib District of Mizoram. As the blast took place at midnight, no one was hurt in the incident.
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August - 13 
Police arrested four Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants identified as Muntazir Manzoor alias Saifullah, resident of Prichoo in Pulwama District of J&K, Touseef Ahmed alias Showket alias Adnan, a resident of Jeff in Shopian District of J&K, Jahangir Hus
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Police arrested four Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants identified as Muntazir Manzoor alias Saifullah, resident of Prichoo in Pulwama District of J&K, Touseef Ahmed alias Showket alias Adnan, a resident of Jeff in Shopian District of J&K, Jahangir Hussain Bhat, a resident of Bandzoo in Pulwama District of J&K and Intejar Khan, a resident of Mirdan Mohalla in Kandala of Shamli District of Uttar Pradesh from undisclosed location in Jammu District of J&K, reports Daily Excelsior on August 14. Police recovered one pistol, one magazine, eight live rounds and two Chinese hand grenades from them. The arrested JeM militants targets include Ram Janambhoomi at Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh, Panipat Oil Refinery in Haryana and transporting arms and explosives dropped or yet to be dropped by Pakistan in Amritsar District of Punjab and other places. All four JeM militants were in touch with their Pakistan and J&K based commanders.
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August - 13 
Police arrested Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant identified as Muzammil Hussain, resident of Meerna Patimohalla in Palmar area of Kishtwar District of J&K on August 13, from Meerna village in Palmar, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs recovered one grenade
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Police arrested Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant identified as Muzammil Hussain, resident of Meerna Patimohalla in Palmar area of Kishtwar District of J&K on August 13, from Meerna village in Palmar, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs recovered one grenade, one AK-47 magazine and 30 AK rounds from his possession. He is a new recruit of HM.
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August - 13 
Police identified the slain Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant commander killed in an encounter with SFs at Malpora locality of Mir Bazar of Kulgam District in J&K on August 13 as Usman Bhai, from Pakistan and active from last 6 months, reports Daily Exc
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Police identified the slain Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant commander killed in an encounter with SFs at Malpora locality of Mir Bazar of Kulgam District in J&K on August 13 as Usman Bhai, from Pakistan and active from last 6 months, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs have recovered AK-47 along with three magazines, RPG launcher and two grenades from his possession. Earlier South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) reported about this incident on August 13.
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August - 13 
Security Forces (SFs) comprising of Police and Border Security Force (BSF) arrested a militant identified as Mehmood Hussain, a resident of Kasbalari and Improvised Explosive Device (IED) expert, while transporting four sticky bombs for Lashkar-e- To
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Security Forces (SFs) comprising of Police and Border Security Force (BSF) arrested a militant identified as Mehmood Hussain, a resident of Kasbalari and Improvised Explosive Device (IED) expert, while transporting four sticky bombs for Lashkar-e- Toiba (LeT) militants to target Independence Day (August 15) celebrations from Mendhar town in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 13, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 13 
SFs recovered one Chinese pistol, one 12 bore rifle, two country made hand guns, five Chinese grenades and large quantity of ammunition from a natural hideout at Sarola forests in Doda District of J&K on August 13, reports Daily Excelsior
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SFs recovered one Chinese pistol, one 12 bore rifle, two country made hand guns, five Chinese grenades and large quantity of ammunition from a natural hideout at Sarola forests in Doda District of J&K on August 13, reports Daily Excelsior
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August - 13 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), which is probing the Kerala Islamic State (IS) module case, has found that operatives in India were using much more secure messaging applications like Hoop and Rocket Chat for communicating with their handlers
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA), which is probing the Kerala Islamic State (IS) module case, has found that operatives in India were using much more secure messaging applications like Hoop and Rocket Chat for communicating with their handlers and also to share materials to radicalise potential targets for recruitment, reports The Statesman on August 14. The terrorists were found using the Threema application as well as its desktop version because it leaves a minimal digital footprint making it almost impossible to be traced back, says NIA official.
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August - 13 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres carrying a collective reward of INR 1.4 million on their heads surrendered in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 13, reports The Pioneer. Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pall
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres carrying a collective reward of INR 1.4 million on their heads surrendered in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 13, reports The Pioneer. Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallava said, the surrendered Maoists were ‘deputy in-charge’ of Dandakaranya Special Zonal Chetna Natya Mandali (CNM), Raju alias Roshan Tati (24), ‘area committee member’ of Barsoor Area Committee and Dandakaranya Adivasi Kisan Mazdoor Sangathan (DAKMS), a frontal wing of the Maoists, President, Jira Alami (42) and Molasnar DAKMS ‘chief’ Kumma Barse (35). Tati carried a reward of INR 800,000 while Alami had a INR 500,000 bounty. Barse was carrying a reward of INR 100,000 on his head. Tati was involved in a 2014 Maoist-Police gunfight at Pamed (Sukma) in which 14 Police personnel were killed, the 2017 Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] attack in Burkapal (Sukma) in which 25 personnel and a Maoist were killed and the 2016 Naxalite-Police battle at Orchha (Narayanpur) which left 5 Maoists dead. Alami and Barse were also involved in several Naxal incidents.
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August - 13 
The Nepal-Khanal faction of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) is doing internal homework to form a new party, reports Khabarhub on August 14. The disgruntled faction has decided to break away to form a new party conclud
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The Nepal-Khanal faction of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) is doing internal homework to form a new party, reports Khabarhub on August 14. The disgruntled faction has decided to break away to form a new party concluding that party chair KP Sharma Oli is bent on moving ahead with unilateral decisions. The Nepal-Khanal faction has accused Oli of making preparations for the upcoming genera conventions through the unilateral amendment of party statute, renewal of memberships and the reformation of organizations at various levels. Most of the leaders of the Nepal-Khanal faction are in favour of joining the Government by forming a new party.
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August - 13 
A convicted war criminal died on August 13 while serving his term at Sylhet Central Jail, reports Dhaka Tribune. He was identified as Mujibur Rahman Angur Mia (67). He breathed his last at Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital. Mujibur was arres
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A convicted war criminal died on August 13 while serving his term at Sylhet Central Jail, reports Dhaka Tribune. He was identified as Mujibur Rahman Angur Mia (67). He breathed his last at Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital. Mujibur was arrested and sent to Dhaka Central Jail on February 12, 2012. The International Crimes Tribunal sentenced him to a lifetime in jail on June 1, 2016. He was serving his terms at Habiganj District Jail before being transferred to Sylhet Central Jail in May this year. According to jail sources, he was sent to Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital for better treatment after he had fallen ill with various ailments including chest pain. After being taken there, the doctor on duty pronounced Mujibur dead.
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August - 13 
The Archbishop of Colombo, Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith on August 13 called on the people to hoist black flags across the country on August 21, two years and four months after the terrorist attack on Easter Sunday on April 21, 2019 in protest of the Gov
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The Archbishop of Colombo, Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith on August 13 called on the people to hoist black flags across the country on August 21, two years and four months after the terrorist attack on Easter Sunday on April 21, 2019 in protest of the Government’s response and inaction, reports Daily Mirror. He said the response he received to a letter to the President asking him to reveal the full truth about Easter Sunday’s terrorist attack was evading the issue and he rejects it.
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August - 13 
National Investigation Agency (NIA), India probing the capture of six Sri Lankan nationals along with five AK-47 rifles and almost 80 billion Sri Lankan Rupees worth of heroin from a boat off the Kerala coast on March 25, 2020 has found that two Sri
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National Investigation Agency (NIA), India probing the capture of six Sri Lankan nationals along with five AK-47 rifles and almost 80 billion Sri Lankan Rupees worth of heroin from a boat off the Kerala coast on March 25, 2020 has found that two Sri Lankan nationals who had been residing in Chennai allegedly have associations with members of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), reports Daily Mirror on August 14. The NIA got these details while questioning Suresh Raj and Soundarajan in the past 13 days. “Suresh is a Sri Lankan national who had been staying illegally in India for the past several years without any visa or passport. He managed to obtain a PAN card, Aadhaar card, driving license, voter ID card and passport of India using forged documents. He was arrested by the Q Branch from Angamaly last month,” a source has said.
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August - 13 
222 Taliban militants were killed during operations by Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) in seven Provinces on August 13, reports Bakhtar News. The operations took place at Nangarhar, Ghazni, Farah, Badghis, Balkh, Helmand and Kapis
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222 Taliban militants were killed during operations by Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) in seven Provinces on August 13, reports Bakhtar News. The operations took place at Nangarhar, Ghazni, Farah, Badghis, Balkh, Helmand and Kapisa Provinces.
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August - 13 
High Council for National Reconciliation (HCNR) Chairman Abdullah Abdullah August 13 said that the participants at an international meeting on Afghanistan in Doha agreed on the need to accelerate the Afghan peace process and call for an immediate end
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High Council for National Reconciliation (HCNR) Chairman Abdullah Abdullah August 13 said that the participants at an international meeting on Afghanistan in Doha agreed on the need to accelerate the Afghan peace process and call for an immediate end to the ongoing violence in the country, reports Tolo News. The Doha talks between the Afghan sides were conducted under the aegis of the Expanded Troika that includes China, Russia, Pakistan, and the US.
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August - 13 
Seventy-two Taliban insurgents were killed in Shirzad District in Nangarhar Province during the past 48 hours, reports Bakhtar News on August 14.
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Seventy-two Taliban insurgents were killed in Shirzad District in Nangarhar Province during the past 48 hours, reports Bakhtar News on August 14.
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August - 13 
Taliban militants in an ambush killed the commander of the National Movement Party, Ali Sarwar, in Mazar-i-Sharif city, the provincial capital of Balkh Province on August 13, reports Bakhtar News.
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Taliban militants in an ambush killed the commander of the National Movement Party, Ali Sarwar, in Mazar-i-Sharif city, the provincial capital of Balkh Province on August 13, reports Bakhtar News.
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August - 14 
President Ram Nath Kovind said that a new dawn is rising in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and the Government has initiated the process of consultation with all stakeholders who have faith in democracy and the rule of law, on August 14 while addressing the
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President Ram Nath Kovind said that a new dawn is rising in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and the Government has initiated the process of consultation with all stakeholders who have faith in democracy and the rule of law, on August 14 while addressing the nation on the eve of 75th Independence Day, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 14 
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was injured in a grenade blast, lobbed by militants at Sanat Nagar area of Srinagar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 14, reports Greater Kashmir. The injured was shifted to hospital and is
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A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was injured in a grenade blast, lobbed by militants at Sanat Nagar area of Srinagar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 14, reports Greater Kashmir. The injured was shifted to hospital and is stable and joint search operation is launched by Police and CRPF after the explosion, said Abrahim Pankaj, CRPF official.
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August - 14 
A group of four cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) put up banners and posters at Kambamala estate near Thalappuzha in Mananthavady Taluk (revenue sub-division) in Wayanad District of Kerala on August 14, critical of the Centra
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A group of four cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) put up banners and posters at Kambamala estate near Thalappuzha in Mananthavady Taluk (revenue sub-division) in Wayanad District of Kerala on August 14, critical of the Central and State Governments and supporting the ongoing strike launched by the estate workers on July 15, reports The New Indian Express. The banners and posters put up in the name of CPI-Maoist read that the country had not got real freedom and urged people to fight for the same. The posters mention the ongoing strike by estate workers, the stabilisation of plantation workers at Kambamala, the provision of labour to their heirs and construction of habitable houses. Residents said the Maoists, two men and as many women, came at 2pm. "The Maoists reached Kambamala estate, chanted slogans, tied banners and returned after pasting the posters," said Murukeshan PS, Thalappuzha ward member.
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August - 14 
On August 14, a militant belonging to People's Liberation Army (PLA) was arrested from Imphal East District.
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On August 14, a militant belonging to People's Liberation Army (PLA) was arrested from Imphal East District.
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August - 14 
On August 14, the chairman of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), Q Tuccu said, the Nagas cannot forego the Naga national flag and Yehzabo (constitution) for the sake of exercising flexibility in political negotiations w
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On August 14, the chairman of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), Q Tuccu said, the Nagas cannot forego the Naga national flag and Yehzabo (constitution) for the sake of exercising flexibility in political negotiations with the Government of India to find a solution to the decades old Naga issue, reports Northeast NOW. “NSCN cannot do such abominable thing before our Almighty God and before our Naga people,” Tuccu said while delivering his speech on the 75th Naga Independence Day celebration at Camp Hebron, the headquarters of the NSCN-IM. He reiterated that the Naga people were never a part of Indian Union. Tuccu also clarified that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) had not been rigid in the Indo-Naga political talks. “In reality, it is the other way round of repeating the same policy of shifting blames than taking responsibility,” he said. He said, “We have exhibited flexibility and spirit of understanding in a very sensible manner by appreciating the difficulties of the Government of India.” He accused the Centre for not respecting the rights of the Naga people. “Flexibility may be considered as political urgency to hasten the process of negotiation. But in the case of Naga political issue we have to draw the line as it matters safeguarding the identity of Naga people’s historical and political rights,” he added.
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August - 14 
On August 14, the United Liberation Front of Asom- Independent (ULFA-I) announced an extension of its unilateral ceasefire for three more months. The decision to extend the ceasefire has been taken by ULFA-I bears significance at a time when both the
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On August 14, the United Liberation Front of Asom- Independent (ULFA-I) announced an extension of its unilateral ceasefire for three more months. The decision to extend the ceasefire has been taken by ULFA-I bears significance at a time when both the outfit and the Government expressed willingness to come to the talks table. At the same time, the ULFA-I, unlike previous years, has not given any call to boycott the 75th Independence Day celebrations. In the 40-year-old history of the ULFA-I, the outfit for the first time, has not announced any shutdown on Independence Day.
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August - 14 August - 15
Security Forces (SFs) detected and defused a powerful 20-kilograms canister bomb suspected to have been planted by cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Bokaro District of Jharkhand on August 15, reports News 18. Acting on a t
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Security Forces (SFs) detected and defused a powerful 20-kilograms canister bomb suspected to have been planted by cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Bokaro District of Jharkhand on August 15, reports News 18. Acting on a tip-off, Jharkhand Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel launched a combing operation in Jhumra hills on August 14, and detected and defused the bomb on Independence Day, Bermo, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Satish Chandra Jha, said. The canister bomb was planted suspectedly by members of banned CPI-Maoist outfit in such a way as to inflict maximum casualties on the SFs, he said, adding that a major attack was averted.
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August - 14 
Security Forces (SFs) have detected and defused safely an explosive device in the Kariya belt of Kishtwar District of J&K on August 14, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Security Forces (SFs) have detected and defused safely an explosive device in the Kariya belt of Kishtwar District of J&K on August 14, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 14 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at seven locations in Chennai and Thiruvallur Districts of Tamil Nadu and Ernakulam District in Kerala on the premises linked to the accused named in the Vizhinjam arms trafficking case on Au
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at seven locations in Chennai and Thiruvallur Districts of Tamil Nadu and Ernakulam District in Kerala on the premises linked to the accused named in the Vizhinjam arms trafficking case on August 14, reports The Tribune. During the raids, NIA recovered various incriminating documents including books relating to Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), seven digital devices including mobile phones, SIM cards and tablet. A case was registered on April 5 in Trivandrum District in Kerala against six Sri Lankan nationals who were intercepted along with consignments of 300 kg heroin, five AK-47 rifles and 1,000 live rounds by Coast Guard during patrolling off Vizhinjam coast in Arabian sea on March 18. The NIA had taken over the probe on May 1 and arrested two more persons identified Suresh and Soundarajan on August 2, said NIA official.
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August - 14 
The Police arrested an active member of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Guddu Oraon aka Sukhram Oraon, who was wanted in 11 Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] related cases, in Gumla District of Jharkhand on August 14, r
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The Police arrested an active member of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Guddu Oraon aka Sukhram Oraon, who was wanted in 11 Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] related cases, in Gumla District of Jharkhand on August 14, reports devdiscourse.com. Following a tip-off that Guddu would reach there to meet his wife, the Police laid a trap and arrested him from his in-law's place at a village under Bishunpur Police Station. Police recovered five detonators and a knife from his possession. Police said, Oraon is a member of the squad of Maoist ‘commander’ Ravindra Ganju, which operates in Latehar, Lohardaga and Gumla Districts of Jharkhand.
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August - 14 
At least 13 persons were killed and several others injured after a mini truck exploded at Mawach Goth in Karachi City in Sindh Province on August 14, reports Geo TV. Initial investigations by authorities have determined the cause of explosion was fro
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At least 13 persons were killed and several others injured after a mini truck exploded at Mawach Goth in Karachi City in Sindh Province on August 14, reports Geo TV. Initial investigations by authorities have determined the cause of explosion was from grenade. The grenade exploded before it could be lobbed inside the vehicle and the assailants were riding on motorcycles, said Counter Terrorism Department Incharge Raja Umar Khattab. The deceased include seven women and six children, added Civil Hospital administration.
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August - 14 
Three militants and one Frontier Corps (FC) soldier, Naik Sharif, were killed during an exchange of fire in the coalmine field area of Shahrig in Loralai District of Balochistan on August 14, reports Dawn. Two other soldiers, including an officer Maj
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Three militants and one Frontier Corps (FC) soldier, Naik Sharif, were killed during an exchange of fire in the coalmine field area of Shahrig in Loralai District of Balochistan on August 14, reports Dawn. Two other soldiers, including an officer Major Qasim, suffered injuries in the exchange of fire. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that a vehicle of the FC was attacked by militants when it was passing through the Shahrig area.
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August - 14 
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Mohamad Shafiqul Islam while talking to reporters on August 14 said that some people from Bangladesh trying to join Taliban in Afghanistan, reports The Daily Star. He said "We think some people have been c
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Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Mohamad Shafiqul Islam while talking to reporters on August 14 said that some people from Bangladesh trying to join Taliban in Afghanistan, reports The Daily Star. He said "We think some people have been caught in India, and some are trying to reach Afghanistan on foot in various ways. Cyber technology has captivated the world, and militants are recruiting and encouraging people to use it. Recently, the Taliban has urged people to join the war in Afghanistan and some people, responding to their call, have left home. We just want to say the militants are active."
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August - 14 August - 15
The Taliban spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid claimed to have taken Wardak Province on August 15, reports Khamma News. On August 14, the Taliban took over Kunar, Paktika, Logar, Nangarhar, and Laghman Provinces.
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The Taliban spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid claimed to have taken Wardak Province on August 15, reports Khamma News. On August 14, the Taliban took over Kunar, Paktika, Logar, Nangarhar, and Laghman Provinces.
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August - 14 
Kunar Province has been taken and all Government facilities have been occupied claims Taliban spokesperson Zabiulah Mujahid on August 14, reports Khaama News. However, Afghanistan Government though has not commented on the collapse. The video clips f
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Kunar Province has been taken and all Government facilities have been occupied claims Taliban spokesperson Zabiulah Mujahid on August 14, reports Khaama News. However, Afghanistan Government though has not commented on the collapse. The video clips from the Provincial capital Assadabad of Kunar Province show that the Afghan Government forces are driving out of the city and the Taliban have entered the city.
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August - 14 
The first group of United States (US) troops has arrived in Kabul, apparently re-entering the US military scene in Afghanistan twice to help evacuate US embassy staff and other civilians on August 14, reports Bakhtar News. The Pentagon has said that
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The first group of United States (US) troops has arrived in Kabul, apparently re-entering the US military scene in Afghanistan twice to help evacuate US embassy staff and other civilians on August 14, reports Bakhtar News. The Pentagon has said that two groups of 3,000 marines and infantry will arrive in Kabul on August 15. Britain and Canada have also announced that they will send troops to Kabul to withdraw their diplomats.
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August - 15 
India is responding to the twin challenges of terrorism and expansionism with great courage and the world is looking at India from a new perspective, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his speech from the Red Fort in Delhi on August 15, reports Ou
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India is responding to the twin challenges of terrorism and expansionism with great courage and the world is looking at India from a new perspective, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his speech from the Red Fort in Delhi on August 15, reports Outlook.
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August - 15 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre carrying a reward of INR 300,000 on his head surrendered before the Police in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on August 15, reports latestly.com. Bijapur, Superintendent of Police (SP), Kamlochan
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre carrying a reward of INR 300,000 on his head surrendered before the Police in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on August 15, reports latestly.com. Bijapur, Superintendent of Police (SP), Kamlochan Kashyap, said, Mangal Kunjam alias Udham Singh (35) turned in before the Police citing disappointment with the "hollow" Maoist ideology and atrocities committed by senior cadres of the outlawed outfit. Mangal, involved in several Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] incidents, including the 2007 Gadchiroli attack (Maharashtra), in which 15 C-60 commandos were killed, and 2009 ambush that claimed the lives of 17 security personnel near Abujhmaad border, was ‘section commander’ of Maoist's Bhamragarh platoon number 7 and was active on Bijapur-Gadchiroli border.
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August - 15 
On August 15, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma appealed the United Liberation Front of Asom- Independent (ULFA-I) to return to the mainstream and join the dialogue process, reports Northeast NOW. The Assam Chief Minister made this appeal whil
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On August 15, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma appealed the United Liberation Front of Asom- Independent (ULFA-I) to return to the mainstream and join the dialogue process, reports Northeast NOW. The Assam Chief Minister made this appeal while speaking at the Independence Day parade held at the Veterinary Playground in Guwahati of Kamrup Metropolitan District in Assam on Sunday. “I appeal to ULFA-I’s Paresh Baruah and militant groups of Assam to come to the mainstream, join our dialogue process and contribute constructively,” Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said. “We are grateful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah for steering peace in the region”, he added.
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August - 15 
On August 15, unidentified miscreants lobbed two petrol bombs at Meghalaya Chief Minister (CM) Conrad K Sangma’s private residence in Third Mile of Shillong in East Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya, reports Imphal Free Press. However, no one was inj
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On August 15, unidentified miscreants lobbed two petrol bombs at Meghalaya Chief Minister (CM) Conrad K Sangma’s private residence in Third Mile of Shillong in East Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya, reports Imphal Free Press. However, no one was injured. The incident took place amid curfew being imposed by the State Government in the District following a massive surge in violent protests in Shillong against the killing of former HNLC leader Chesterfield Thangkhiew in an encounter on August 13.
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August - 15 
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that preparations are underway for holding assembly elections in the future in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), where development is now visible on the ground, while addressing the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort in Del
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that preparations are underway for holding assembly elections in the future in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), where development is now visible on the ground, while addressing the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort in Delhi on the occasion of 75th Independence Day on August 15, reports Greater Kashmir. He also referred to the abrogation of Article 370 and said holding the District Development Council (DDC) polls in J&K reflects the country's determination.
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August - 15 
The grass-roots democracy has been strengthened, fulfilling the hopes and aspirations of the common citizens with taking along all religions and creeds on development odyssey and are achieving new milestones in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), said Lieutenan
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The grass-roots democracy has been strengthened, fulfilling the hopes and aspirations of the common citizens with taking along all religions and creeds on development odyssey and are achieving new milestones in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), said Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on August 15 in his Independence Day speech at Sher-e-Kashmir Cricket stadium in Srinagar District of J&K, reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 15 
Three lower-rank cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), who were allegedly involved in the killing of a civilian in 2019, and also in incidents of damaging roads, were arrested from a forest near Etepal village under Kuakonda Pol
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Three lower-rank cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), who were allegedly involved in the killing of a civilian in 2019, and also in incidents of damaging roads, were arrested from a forest near Etepal village under Kuakonda Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 15, reports outlookindia.com. Acting on a specific input, the trio, identified as Hunga Kartam (25), Aayta Madvi (25) and Pojja alias Lathi Kartam (28), were arrested when a joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and local Police was out on a search operation, Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallava said. The three arrestees were allegedly involved in the killing of a resident of Chhotegudra village in Dantewada District in 2019 suspecting him to be a ‘police informer’. Besides, the three were involved in incidents of damaging roads in interiors of Kuakonda and putting up Maoist posters and banners.
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August - 15 
Four Policemen were injured in an explosion in Daro area of Lower Dir District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the afternoon of August 15, reports Samaa TV. According to initial reports, the explosives were planted on the roadside. The attackers targeted an
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Four Policemen were injured in an explosion in Daro area of Lower Dir District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the afternoon of August 15, reports Samaa TV. According to initial reports, the explosives were planted on the roadside. The attackers targeted an Elite Force van.
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August - 15 
Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N) Chairman Upendra Yadav on August 15 removed 16 leaders including Mahanta Thakur and Rajendra Mahato from the party’s Central Committee, reports Republica. Chairman Yadav has decided not to call 16 leaders close to
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Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N) Chairman Upendra Yadav on August 15 removed 16 leaders including Mahanta Thakur and Rajendra Mahato from the party’s Central Committee, reports Republica. Chairman Yadav has decided not to call 16 leaders close to Thakur, including Thakur and Mahato, at the party’s Central Committee meeting, which is scheduled to be held on August 17 and 18. Executive Committee member Istiaq Rai said, “Now they (Thakur, Mahato) are only party members. That is why we have not invited them to the Central Committee meeting.”
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August - 15 
Taliban spokesman and international negotiator Suhail Shaheen said that the Taliban is an independent liberation force and does not “have any links to the Tamil Tigers” as the Taliban captured major cities in Afghanistan and was at the gates of the c
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Taliban spokesman and international negotiator Suhail Shaheen said that the Taliban is an independent liberation force and does not “have any links to the Tamil Tigers” as the Taliban captured major cities in Afghanistan and was at the gates of the capital Kabul on August 15, reports Daily Mirror.
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August - 15 
Former President Hamid Karzai on August 15 announced that a Coordination Council has been formed to prevent chaos and to better manage matters related to peace and the peaceful transfer of power, reports Tolo News. “The Coordination Council is compos
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Former President Hamid Karzai on August 15 announced that a Coordination Council has been formed to prevent chaos and to better manage matters related to peace and the peaceful transfer of power, reports Tolo News. “The Coordination Council is composed of Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chairman of the Supreme National Reconciliation Council, Jihadi Leader Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, Emir of the Islamic Party of Afghanistan, and Hamid Karzai, former president of the country,” the statement released by Hamid Karzai said.
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August - 15 
On August 15, acting Defense Minister Bismillah Mohammadi said that a delegation will travel to Doha on August 16 for talks on the country’s situation, reports Tolo News. The delegation includes key political leaders, including Younus Qanooni, Ahmad
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On August 15, acting Defense Minister Bismillah Mohammadi said that a delegation will travel to Doha on August 16 for talks on the country’s situation, reports Tolo News. The delegation includes key political leaders, including Younus Qanooni, Ahmad Wali Massoud, Mohammad Mohaqiq among others.
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August - 15 
On August 15, President Ashraf Ghani left the country after the Taliban entered Kabul, the national capital of Afghanistan, reports Tolo News. According to the sources, his close aides have also left the country along with him. Reuters adds the Ashra
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On August 15, President Ashraf Ghani left the country after the Taliban entered Kabul, the national capital of Afghanistan, reports Tolo News. According to the sources, his close aides have also left the country along with him. Reuters adds the Ashraf Ghani has gone to Tajikistan.
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August - 15 
On August 15, President Joe Biden's administration froze Afghan Government reserves held in United States bank accounts, reports Tolo News. Thus, blocking the Taliban from accessing billions of dollars held in US institutions. This news was reported
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On August 15, President Joe Biden's administration froze Afghan Government reserves held in United States bank accounts, reports Tolo News. Thus, blocking the Taliban from accessing billions of dollars held in US institutions. This news was reported by first reported by the Washington Post. The Afghanistan Central Bank held USD 9.4 billion in reserve assets as of April, according to the International Monetary Fund, which amounts to roughly one-third of the country’s annual economic output.
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August - 15 
On August 15, Taliban spokesman Sohail Shaheen said that a new Taliban Government will include non-Taliban Afghans, reports CNN. Taliban spokesperson told CNN’s Nic Robertson in a video interview when asked whether members of the former Afghan Govern
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On August 15, Taliban spokesman Sohail Shaheen said that a new Taliban Government will include non-Taliban Afghans, reports CNN. Taliban spokesperson told CNN’s Nic Robertson in a video interview when asked whether members of the former Afghan Government will be part of the Government, said it would be “premature” right now to name who the officials will be, but he said that they are trying to have some “well known figures” to be part of the Government. On Afghan Army and Police, Sohail Shaheen said that all those handing over their weapons and joining Taliban forces will be granted amnesty, and that their lives and property would be secure. He added that their names are in a registry and they would be used as a “reserve” force and called upon as needed.
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August - 15 
The spokesman for the Taliban's political office Mohammad Naeem on August 15 declared the war was over in Afghanistan and called for peaceful relations with the international community, reports Reuters. "We ask all countries and entities to sit with
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The spokesman for the Taliban's political office Mohammad Naeem on August 15 declared the war was over in Afghanistan and called for peaceful relations with the international community, reports Reuters. "We ask all countries and entities to sit with us to settle any issues", Naeem said in an interview with Al Jazeera TV.
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August - 16 
A United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant was arrested on August 16 from Bishnupur District of Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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A United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant was arrested on August 16 from Bishnupur District of Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 16 
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was injured when militants lobbed a grenade towards the Security Forces (SFs) in Langate area of Handwara of Kupwara District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 16, reports Greater Kashmir. The area is co
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Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was injured when militants lobbed a grenade towards the Security Forces (SFs) in Langate area of Handwara of Kupwara District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 16, reports Greater Kashmir. The area is cordoned off to arrest the attackers.
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August - 16 
Drones were spotted by civilians at Ghagwal, Vijaypur, and Ramgarh areas of Samba District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 16, reports Daily Excelsior. People also claimed to have spotted drone at Kanachak sector of Jammu District of J&K on Augu
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Drones were spotted by civilians at Ghagwal, Vijaypur, and Ramgarh areas of Samba District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 16, reports Daily Excelsior. People also claimed to have spotted drone at Kanachak sector of Jammu District of J&K on August 16.
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August - 16 
India on August 16, argued for an “inclusive dispensation” to take over in Afghanistan, signaling that it might recognise a Government in Kabul with participation of the Taliban, if the arrangement had “broader representation” and ensured that the te
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India on August 16, argued for an “inclusive dispensation” to take over in Afghanistan, signaling that it might recognise a Government in Kabul with participation of the Taliban, if the arrangement had “broader representation” and ensured that the territory of the country would not be used to export terror, reports Deccan Herald. “There is widespread panic among the people. Women and children are in distress. Incidents of firing have been reported from the city, including at the airport,” stated, T S Tirumurti, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations (UN). Tirumurti expressed India’s hope that the situation in Afghanistan would stabilize soon and “the parties concerned” would address “the humanitarian and security issues”. “We also hope that there is an inclusive dispensation which represents all sections of Afghan society. Voices of Afghan women, aspirations of Afghan children and the rights of minorities must be respected. A broader representation would help the arrangement gain more acceptability and legitimacy.”
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August - 16 
On August 16, a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant was arrested from Churachandpur District of Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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On August 16, a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant was arrested from Churachandpur District of Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 16 
On August 16, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached movable properties linked to some alleged key functionaries of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), reports The Hindu. The accused persons have been identified a
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On August 16, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached movable properties linked to some alleged key functionaries of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), reports The Hindu. The accused persons have been identified as Rayilung Nsarangbe, a self-styled (ss) 'colonel' and ‘treasurer’ of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), his wife Ruth Chawang and Apam Muivah, ‘secretary’ to the outfit’s ‘prime minister’, Ato Kilonser. The assets worth INR 6,88,00,000 are in the form of bank balances, mutual funds and insurance products. The ED probe is based on an FIR and chargesheet filed by the National Investigation Agency in December last year. It was alleged that NSCN-IM ran a well-organised extortion racket in Manipur and Nagaland, resulting in diversion of government funds. It had been criminally intimidating the companies involved in road construction projects in Manipur and collecting huge sums as illegal ‘tax’. According to the ED, the outfit’s in-charge of four administrative Districts in Manipur reported to Rayilung Nsarangbe, as he was the treasurer of the “collective leadership”. They would submit the extorted money along with details of the collections to him. Huge amounts were being directly collected by him. While a major part of the funds was spent on the direction of the “collective leadership”, the rest was being deposited in the bank accounts maintained in the name of Rayilung Nsarangbe, that of his wife and Apam Muivah. He had also transferred funds to Apam Muivah from Ruth Chawang’s accounts, as alleged.
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August - 16 
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has averted possible harm to Security Forces (SFs) and civilians by detecting two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) weighing about five kilograms each concealed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)
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The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has averted possible harm to Security Forces (SFs) and civilians by detecting two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) weighing about five kilograms each concealed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Latehar District of Jharkhand on August 16, reports devdiscourse.com. "The detected IEDs were demolished in situ, said the CRPF in a statement, adding the explosives were detected on Monday near village Jharghar and Pipratanr in Latehar. On getting information that Maoists have planted IEDs between village Jharghar and Pipratanr, the CRPF statement mentioned, an operation was launched on Monday by the troops of the 11th CRPF Battalion to detect the IEDs and "avert any harm to security Forces and civilians".
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August - 16 
The number of Districts affected by Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) has declined sharply to 70 in 10 States for the first time in over three decades, with Bihar, Odisha and Jharkhand showing the biggest improvement, according to a map of the Communist Part
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The number of Districts affected by Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) has declined sharply to 70 in 10 States for the first time in over three decades, with Bihar, Odisha and Jharkhand showing the biggest improvement, according to a map of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) insurgency redrawn by the Ministry of Home Affairs, reports Hindustan Times on August 17. Of these, only 25 Districts in eight States are now categorised as “most affected”. Uttar Pradesh is now free of Maoism, according to the MHA’s revised list. Until two months back, about 90 Districts in 11 States were affected by LWE which received central assistance under the Security Related Expenditure (SRE), while 30 Districts in seven States were categorised as “most affected”. “Overall, the incidents of LWE violence have reduced by 70% from an all-time high of 2,258 in 2009 to 665 in 2020. Similarly, the deaths of security forces and civilians have come down by 80% from all time high of 1,005 in 2010 to 183 in 2020,” said an officer in MHA.
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August - 16 
The UN Security Council members demand zero tolerance for terrorism in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan and require a political settlement for the regime to be recognised, India's Permanent Representative TS Tirumurti said on August 16, reports ianslive.in.
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The UN Security Council members demand zero tolerance for terrorism in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan and require a political settlement for the regime to be recognised, India's Permanent Representative TS Tirumurti said on August 16, reports ianslive.in. He said that the session heard "the sentiments among the council members on zero tolerance for terrorism, and the Secretary General (Antonio Guterres) unequivocally underlined this important aspect". Tirumurti added that the members "reaffirmed the fact that we need immediate cessation of hostilities, and violence". As for recognition of Afghanistan's new regime, he said the precondition was "a political settlement". "And that political settlement should fully respect the human rights of women, children, and minorities," he said.
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August - 16 
Three cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), who were involved in several Naxal {left Wing Extremism, LWE]-related violence in Odisha, surrendered before Director General of Police (DGP), Abhay, at his camp office in Bhubaneswar
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Three cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), who were involved in several Naxal {left Wing Extremism, LWE]-related violence in Odisha, surrendered before Director General of Police (DGP), Abhay, at his camp office in Bhubaneswar on August 16, reports The Times of India. The surrendered Maoists were identified as Lakma Madvi, Ganga Madkam and Suka Sodi, all residents of Chhattisgarh. While Madvi and Madkam were ‘area committee members’ (ACMs), Sodi was a party member of the CPI-Maoist. The surrendered cadres belonged to Kodanga-Mahanadi-Sanjukta (KMS) Area Committee operating under ‘Kalahandi-Kandhamal-Boudh-Nayagarh (KKBN) division’ of Odisha State Committee of CPI-Maoist.
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August - 16 
The Supreme Court (SC) on August 16 upheld the decision of the Election Commission (EC) and given the official recognition of Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N) to Upendra Yadav, reports Republica. Refusing to issue an interim order in the case of
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The Supreme Court (SC) on August 16 upheld the decision of the Election Commission (EC) and given the official recognition of Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N) to Upendra Yadav, reports Republica. Refusing to issue an interim order in the case of leader Mahanta Thakur, the apex court has recognized the decision of the election body to recognize the Upendra Yadav-led faction of JSP-N as the official party. A joint bench of Justices Deepak Kumar Karki and Ananda Mohan Bhattarai ruled in favour of the EC in a writ petition filed by the Mahanta Thakur-led faction of the JSP-N. Considering the vote expressed by the majority members of the party, the apex court stated that an interim order should be issued as the EC decided on the party's authenticity on July 26, 2021.
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August - 16 
The Government has ended the ongoing parliamentary session with effect from August 16, reports Khabarhub. A meeting of the Cabinet had recommended to the President to prorogue the parliamentary session with effect from August 16. Even though the Hous
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The Government has ended the ongoing parliamentary session with effect from August 16, reports Khabarhub. A meeting of the Cabinet had recommended to the President to prorogue the parliamentary session with effect from August 16. Even though the House of Representatives was reinstated for the second time, the Government failed to give enough business to the Parliament. Lawmakers have complained that the House of Representatives has become ineffective due to lack of business. A source said that the government is preparing to bring some ordinances after concluding the parliamentary session.
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August - 16 
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Shafiqul Islam while talking to reporters at his office on August 16 said that the Taliban’s recapture of Afghanistan might encourage militancy in Bangladesh and other countries in the sub-continent, repor
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Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Shafiqul Islam while talking to reporters at his office on August 16 said that the Taliban’s recapture of Afghanistan might encourage militancy in Bangladesh and other countries in the sub-continent, reports New Age. He said that a resurgence of militancy in Bangladesh was always connected with such international major events, adding that the current development in Afghanistan might encourage some youths in Bangladesh to get involved in militancy. The DMP chief said that coordinated efforts among the Police and other state agencies are essential to prevent such militant resurgence in the country.
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August - 16 
Officials of the Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) said that Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) is working with Ansar al Islam and Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) to revive militancy, reports The Daily Star. Ansar Al I
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Officials of the Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) said that Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) is working with Ansar al Islam and Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) to revive militancy, reports The Daily Star. Ansar Al Islam claims to be the Bangladesh chapter of al Qaeda in Indian Sub-continent (AQIS). JMB members worked with the group on several occasions due to similarities in their ideologies, the officials said. Besides, JMB operatives were also found joining with Islamic State (IS)-inspired outfit Neo JMB and taking part in their activities. According to intelligence sources, JMB, which was formed by Shaikh Abdur Rahman in 1998, has around 2,000 members now. The outfit still has a strong base in some places in 12 Districts - Mymensingh, Sherpur, Jamalpur, Kurigram, Rangpur, Bogra, Dinajpur, Thakurgaon, Lalmonirhat, Nilphamari and Chapainawabganj, said CTTC officials.
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August - 16 
Backward and Rural Areas Development and Domestic Animal Husbandry Promotion State Minister Sathasivam Viyalendran has held an inspection tour at the lands used by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) during the 30-year conflict in the Kokkadd
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Backward and Rural Areas Development and Domestic Animal Husbandry Promotion State Minister Sathasivam Viyalendran has held an inspection tour at the lands used by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) during the 30-year conflict in the Kokkaddichcholai and Morakkaddanchenai areas of the Batticaloa District, reports Daily News on August 17. The lands are to be released to the public soon.
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August - 16 
An unnamed high-ranking official of the Taliban said that discussions are underway in Doha about a 'future government', including its structure and name, reports Tolo News. The Taliban’s political deputy leader Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar said that th
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An unnamed high-ranking official of the Taliban said that discussions are underway in Doha about a 'future government', including its structure and name, reports Tolo News. The Taliban’s political deputy leader Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar said that the current moment is a test for the Taliban. “At this time, we face a test because now we are responsible for the security of the people,” Baradar said.
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August - 16 
President Joe Biden said on August 16 said that he stood "squarely behind" his decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan, reports Reuters.
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President Joe Biden said on August 16 said that he stood "squarely behind" his decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan, reports Reuters.
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August - 16 
The Taliban on August 16 called on all Government employees, including women, to return to work, reports Ariana News. The deputy head of the Taliban’s political office in Qatar, Abdul Salam Hanafi stressed that diplomatic missions, and military and c
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The Taliban on August 16 called on all Government employees, including women, to return to work, reports Ariana News. The deputy head of the Taliban’s political office in Qatar, Abdul Salam Hanafi stressed that diplomatic missions, and military and civilian Government employees can work alongside the Taliban without any concerns and that no one’s rights will be violated.
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August - 17 
A Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) worker, identified as Javid Ahmad Dar, was shot dead by militants in Brazloo area in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 17, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants fired upon Javid, BJP In-charge for Homshali
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A Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) worker, identified as Javid Ahmad Dar, was shot dead by militants in Brazloo area in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 17, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants fired upon Javid, BJP In-charge for Homshali Bugh constituency, outside his home from point blank range, resulting in his death. The militants managed to flee from the spot.
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August - 17 
A team of National Investigation Agency (NIA) officials who arrived in Kannur (Kerala) on August 17, took into custody two women, identified as Shifa Harris and Misah Siddique, for their suspected pro-Islamic State (IS) activity and recorded their ar
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A team of National Investigation Agency (NIA) officials who arrived in Kannur (Kerala) on August 17, took into custody two women, identified as Shifa Harris and Misah Siddique, for their suspected pro-Islamic State (IS) activity and recorded their arrest, reports indiatvnews.com. The two women will now be taken to Delhi shortly. The reason for the arrest of the two women is because they were trying to spread the message of IS.
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August - 17 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) flags and posters were recovered from Bukyareddy thanda of Konaraopet Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Rajanna-Sircilla District of Telangana on August 17, reports Telangana Today. A letter in the n
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) flags and posters were recovered from Bukyareddy thanda of Konaraopet Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Rajanna-Sircilla District of Telangana on August 17, reports Telangana Today. A letter in the name CPI-Maoist Dandakaranyam Manala Special Zonal Committee was also dropped in Bukyareddy thanda Gram Panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) office late on August 17 night. The letter read, Tribals used to stay in three spots near Marimadla when they used to visit the area during the period 1997-2000. Sitla Bhavani festival was also celebrated and they also had a meal in the night. However, a lot of changes have taken place which the Maoists said they noticed when they visited the area on August 14, 2021. It was brought to the notice of the party which decided that the land should be handed over to tribals. In this regard, sarpanch and government bodies should take steps.
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August - 17 
On August 17, tension along the Mizoram-Assam border escalated again when Assam Police personnel guarding the Assam border allegedly fired at three civilians from Mizoram, including two women, while they were trying to pick up foodstuff from a friend
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On August 17, tension along the Mizoram-Assam border escalated again when Assam Police personnel guarding the Assam border allegedly fired at three civilians from Mizoram, including two women, while they were trying to pick up foodstuff from a friend within Assam territory, reports East Mojo. According to sources, the incident occurred at around 2 AM on Tuesday at Aitlang Tlangpui area of Hailakandi District in Assam, when three residents of Vairengte town of Kolasib District in Mizoram went to the area to take normal supply of meat from their friend identified as Nibus, a resident of Bilaspur of Kokrajhar District in Assam, who invited them over. The three civilians have been identified as Lalchhandama, Lalduhawmi and Vanlalrovi. On reaching Aitlang Tlangpui area, the three Mizoram residents heard a loud whistle from Nibus, who was also at the border point, and when they whistled in response, Assam Police personnel, who was guarding the Assam border, suddenly opened fired towards the three Mizoram residents. While Lalduhawmi sustained a minor injury on her arm, the rest of them escaped unhurt. Lalduhawmi was released from Vairengte hospital after being administered first aid.
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August - 17 
On August 17, three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were recovered from Kamjong District of Manipur near Indo-Myanmar border, tweets Assam Rifles. The three IEDS were timely detected and neutralized preventing any casualties.
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On August 17, three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were recovered from Kamjong District of Manipur near Indo-Myanmar border, tweets Assam Rifles. The three IEDS were timely detected and neutralized preventing any casualties.
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August - 17 
The State Government has extended the ban on the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and its front organisation as unlawful associations for one more year with effect from August 17, 2021, reports Telangana Today. Seven other front organisat
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The State Government has extended the ban on the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and its front organisation as unlawful associations for one more year with effect from August 17, 2021, reports Telangana Today. Seven other front organisations of the CPI-Maoist were also declared as unlawful associations for one year. The State Government issued a gazette notification in this regard. The front organisations include Rythu Coolie Sangham (RCS), Radical Youth League (RYL), Singareni Karmika Samakhya (SIKASA), Revolutionary Democratic Front (RDF), Viplava Karmika Samakhya (VIKASA), All India Revolutionary Students Federation (AIRSF) and Radical Students Union (RSU). The extension was given as the notification issued in the Government Order (GO) dated August 2020 banning the Maoist party and the front organisations expired two days ago. The organisations were declared as unlawful associations under the provisions of Telangana Public Security Act-1992.
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August - 17 
One Army soldier was killed during an exchange of fire with militants at a checkpost in the Kanniguram area of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 17, reports Dawn. In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) sai
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One Army soldier was killed during an exchange of fire with militants at a checkpost in the Kanniguram area of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 17, reports Dawn. In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that officials at the checkpost in the Kanniguram area "observed and engaged" the militants. During the "intense exchange of fire", one of the militants was killed while a soldier, 42-year-old Naib Subedar Sonay Zai, was critically injured and later succumbed to his wounds, the statement added.
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August - 17 
The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on August 17 arrested two militants besides recovering weapons from their possession during a raid in Kohat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports ARY News. The CTD spokesperson said that besides the recovery
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The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on August 17 arrested two militants besides recovering weapons from their possession during a raid in Kohat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports ARY News. The CTD spokesperson said that besides the recovery of arms, the CTD raiding team also seized PKR 6.7 million from the arrested militants.
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August - 17 
The Government on August 17 introduced a new ordinance related to splits in political parties, reports Republica. A Cabinet meeting held at Baluwatar decided to introduce the ordinance and send it to the President’s Office for approval. The new ordin
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The Government on August 17 introduced a new ordinance related to splits in political parties, reports Republica. A Cabinet meeting held at Baluwatar decided to introduce the ordinance and send it to the President’s Office for approval. The new ordinance, once it is approved by the President, will allow a split in a political party if 20 percent of the central committee members or the parliamentary party members of that party want so. The existing Political Parties Act allows a split in a party only if the proposal to split the party is supported by at least 40 percent of the central committee members or parliamentary party members of that party.
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August - 17 
Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen while talking to journalists at an event at the Foreign Service Academy, on August 17 said that Bangladesh will remain alert about Afghan-trained terrorists, although they were "identified and uprooted", reports The Da
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Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen while talking to journalists at an event at the Foreign Service Academy, on August 17 said that Bangladesh will remain alert about Afghan-trained terrorists, although they were "identified and uprooted", reports The Daily Star. He reiterated that there was no scope for Bangladesh to give temporary shelter to people from Afghanistan as requested by the US, saying Bangladesh was already facing difficulties after giving shelter to over 1.1 million Rohingyas.
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August - 17 
Mohamed Razik Taslim, who was shot in the head by Zahran Hashim’s followers linked to the Easter Sunday attacks, was offered Rs. 2.5 million in cash by Public Security Minister Sarath Weerasekera for providing information to the Police of the suspect
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Mohamed Razik Taslim, who was shot in the head by Zahran Hashim’s followers linked to the Easter Sunday attacks, was offered Rs. 2.5 million in cash by Public Security Minister Sarath Weerasekera for providing information to the Police of the suspects, reports Daily Mirror on August 18.
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August - 17 
The information revealed by former Attorney General Dappula de Livera on the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks must be divulged to the public immediately, says Reverend Cyril Gamini Fernando, reports Ada Derana on August 18. Reverend Fernando added that no
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The information revealed by former Attorney General Dappula de Livera on the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks must be divulged to the public immediately, says Reverend Cyril Gamini Fernando, reports Ada Derana on August 18. Reverend Fernando added that no justice has been done so far regarding these terror attacks and this would force them to seek international assistance.
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August - 17 
On August 17, a nine-member Taliban delegation led by Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar arrived in Kandahar on a special flight from Qatar on Tuesday night and are expected to hold consultations on the future system, reports Ariana News. A senior Taliban m
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On August 17, a nine-member Taliban delegation led by Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar arrived in Kandahar on a special flight from Qatar on Tuesday night and are expected to hold consultations on the future system, reports Ariana News. A senior Taliban member, Khairullah Khairkhah, told a news conference that the reason for the delegation’s visit to Kandahar was to hold discussions on the future Government structure and system. He said these discussions will start soon and as soon as decisions have been made, the public will be informed.
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August - 17 
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani, from Saudi Arabia, said that he was not willing to escape Afghanistan but the plot of his assassination made his security team take him out of the country, reports Khamma News on August 18. “I support the ongoing negoti
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Afghan President Ashraf Ghani, from Saudi Arabia, said that he was not willing to escape Afghanistan but the plot of his assassination made his security team take him out of the country, reports Khamma News on August 18. “I support the ongoing negotiations initiated by the head of High Council for National Reconciliation Abdullah Abdullah and former President Hamid Karzai,” Ghani said. Arina News on August 18 reports that the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation confirmed on its website that the UAE has “welcomed (former) President Ashraf Ghani and his family into the country on humanitarian grounds.”
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August - 17 
On August 17, First Vice-president (FVP) Amrullah Saleh in a tweet declared himself as the care taker President of Afghanistan. Amrullah Saleh tweeted ‘’As per d constitution of Afg [Afghanistan], in absence, escape, resignation or death of the Presi
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On August 17, First Vice-president (FVP) Amrullah Saleh in a tweet declared himself as the care taker President of Afghanistan. Amrullah Saleh tweeted ‘’As per d constitution of Afg [Afghanistan], in absence, escape, resignation or death of the President the FVP becomes the caretaker President. I am currently inside my country & am the legitimate care taker President. Am reaching out to all leaders to secure their support & consensus’’.
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August - 17 
Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, at a press conference in Kabul on August 17, said that they do not have enmity toward anyone and based on their leader's orders they have pardoned everyone, reports Tolo News. Spokesperson Mujahid said that soon
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Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, at a press conference in Kabul on August 17, said that they do not have enmity toward anyone and based on their leader's orders they have pardoned everyone, reports Tolo News. Spokesperson Mujahid said that soon they will reach a settlement through which an Islamic Government will be established in the country. The security of Kabul is improving day by day as their forces have been stationed in various places. He also said the security of foreign embassies is important to them and they pledge that the embassies will be completely safe.
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August - 17 
The Taliban on August 17 said that they seek to establish an inclusive Government in Afghanistan, reports Tolo News. A Taliban official told Tolo News that the results of their discussions with Afghan politicians and representatives from the interna
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The Taliban on August 17 said that they seek to establish an inclusive Government in Afghanistan, reports Tolo News. A Taliban official told Tolo News that the results of their discussions with Afghan politicians and representatives from the international community about forming an “inclusive government” will be made public soon. Sources close to former President Hamid Karzai and Abdullah Abdullah said that Amir Khan Motaqi, a senior member of the Taliban leadership, in a meeting with Afghan politicians on August 16 pledged to establish an inclusive Government.
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August - 17 
The Taliban said on August 17, in a press conference, said that they wanted peaceful relations with other countries and would respect the rights of women within the framework of Islamic law, reports Reuters.
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The Taliban said on August 17, in a press conference, said that they wanted peaceful relations with other countries and would respect the rights of women within the framework of Islamic law, reports Reuters.
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August - 17 
The United States, Central Command (CENTCOM), has said that Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul is secure and now open to all civilian air traffic, reports Khamma News on August 18. A statement by Central Command (CENTCOM) reads that the US i
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The United States, Central Command (CENTCOM), has said that Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul is secure and now open to all civilian air traffic, reports Khamma News on August 18. A statement by Central Command (CENTCOM) reads that the US is now taking control of the airport to ensure the reinforcement of US military and evacuation of US nationals and their Afghan colleagues. Commander of CENTCOM’s General Frank McKenzie has met with senior members of the Taliban in Doha and cautioned them against meddling in the evacuation and reinforcement process.
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August - 17 
Bilehdhoo (Faafu Atoll) MP Ahmed Haleem said on August 17 that Parliament Speaker Mohamed Nasheed, who narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during May 6, 2021, Male bombing is at risk for a possible suicide attack, reports Sun Online. Haleem all
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Bilehdhoo (Faafu Atoll) MP Ahmed Haleem said on August 17 that Parliament Speaker Mohamed Nasheed, who narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during May 6, 2021, Male bombing is at risk for a possible suicide attack, reports Sun Online. Haleem alleged that the culprits behind the assassination attempt on Nasheed remain free. However, the police made 10 arrests in connection to the case.
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August - 17 
Minister of Home Affairs Imran Abdulla announced on August 17 that the Government of Maldives has established an intelligence sharing network according to the Anti Terrorism Act (Law no. 17/2019) and a framework to ensure safety and immediate action,
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Minister of Home Affairs Imran Abdulla announced on August 17 that the Government of Maldives has established an intelligence sharing network according to the Anti Terrorism Act (Law no. 17/2019) and a framework to ensure safety and immediate action, reports Times of Addu. Imran Abdulla further said that various institutions of the state are now connected through an intelligence sharing network established to share information regarding terrorist activities.
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August - 18 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, two of them carrying cash rewards on their heads, surrendered before Police in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 18, reports outlookindia.com. The trio, identified as Sitanadi LOS (Lo
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, two of them carrying cash rewards on their heads, surrendered before Police in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 18, reports outlookindia.com. The trio, identified as Sitanadi LOS (Local Organisation Squad) member Ramesh Madkam aka Jeevan, CNM (Chetna Natya Manch) 'commander' Kawasi Joga and ‘militia platoon member’ Doodhi Bhima, told the Police that they were quitting the path of insurgency due to violence committed by Maoists against local tribals and discrimination within Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] outfits. Besides, they were impressed by terms of the State Government’s surrender and rehabilitation policy. Sukma, Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Sharma, said, Madkam and Joga were carrying a reward of INR 100,000 each on their heads, and as per the State Government’s policy, INR 10,000 in cash was given to each of the Maoists.
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August - 18 
A live shell was also recovered by SFs from a water stream flowing along Corps Battle School (CBS) Sarol in Rajouri District of J&K on August 18, reports Greater Kashmir. Army’s bomb squad destroyed the shell through a controlled explosion.
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A live shell was also recovered by SFs from a water stream flowing along Corps Battle School (CBS) Sarol in Rajouri District of J&K on August 18, reports Greater Kashmir. Army’s bomb squad destroyed the shell through a controlled explosion.
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August - 18 
A villager was killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion, allegedly planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to target Security Forces (SFs), at Judwani forest under Bishunpur Police Station limits in Gumla District of J
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A villager was killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion, allegedly planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to target Security Forces (SFs), at Judwani forest under Bishunpur Police Station limits in Gumla District of Jharkhand on August 18 night, reports The Times of India. The victim has been identified as Budheshwar Nagesia (45), a resident of Judwani hamlet under Nirasi Panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) of Bishunpur Police Station limits, 75 kilometres from Gumla District headquarters. Nagesia had gone into the forest to graze cattle and collect firewood but was blown up after he stepped on an IED planted in the ground. Gumla Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Manish Chandra Lal, said, “a villager died in an IED blast in Judwani forest,” adding, “this forest region also covers some parts of adjoining Lohardaga district where Maoist ‘zonal commander’ Ravindra Ganjhu's squad [member of the Bihar Jharkhand Regional Committee of CPI-Maoist] is learnt to have planted IEDs to prevent security forces to come after them. But the villagers are falling victim to their design. In the past, a few jawans were also killed and wounded by IEDs.”
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August - 18 
Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Maharashtra on August 18, arrested a member of an international drug cartel, identified as Niranjan Shah, who was also an associate of Harshad Mehta, the main accused in the huge shares' scam of the 90s, reports sify.com.
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Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Maharashtra on August 18, arrested a member of an international drug cartel, identified as Niranjan Shah, who was also an associate of Harshad Mehta, the main accused in the huge shares' scam of the 90s, reports sify.com. He was arrested from Delhi’s Munirka locality. As per the official release by the squad, accused Niranjan Shah was a known drug trafficker on the record of various Police Stations in Mumbai, Delhi, Anti-Narcotics Cell, Mumbai, Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), New Delhi and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI). He was also an accused on the record of the Economics Offences Wing, Mumbai.
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August - 18 
Four individuals were arrested by Army while they were sneaking in, from across the Line of Control (LoC) at Chakkan-da-Bagh area in Poonch sector of Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 18, reports Greater Kashmir. The arrested were
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Four individuals were arrested by Army while they were sneaking in, from across the Line of Control (LoC) at Chakkan-da-Bagh area in Poonch sector of Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 18, reports Greater Kashmir. The arrested were handed over to the J&K Police after questioning and are identified as Danyal Malik (17), resident of Lassi Mang, Chattra in Kahuta District of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), Arbaz Rahim (13) and his brother, Umair Rahim (9), residents of Troti, Chattra in Kahuta District of PoK, adds Daily Excelsior. The identity of another arrested is yet to be ascertained.
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August - 18 
On August 18, one illegal arms dealer was arrested at Longsa village of Mokokchung District in Nagaland, tweets Assam Rifles. Eight .22 mm rifles, one 12 bore gun, three air guns and 74 rounds off assorted ammunition was recovered from the arrestee.
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On August 18, one illegal arms dealer was arrested at Longsa village of Mokokchung District in Nagaland, tweets Assam Rifles. Eight .22 mm rifles, one 12 bore gun, three air guns and 74 rounds off assorted ammunition was recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 18 
Police arrested Sarpanch identified as Aqib Shafi Badar, associated with Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) from his residence in Qoimoh area of Kulgam District of J&K with a pistol on August 18, reports Daily Excelsior. The investigations have been initiate
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Police arrested Sarpanch identified as Aqib Shafi Badar, associated with Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) from his residence in Qoimoh area of Kulgam District of J&K with a pistol on August 18, reports Daily Excelsior. The investigations have been initiated in this case after the arrest.
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August - 18 
SFs launched a search operation in Azmatabad and Karyote villages of Thanamandi area of Rajouri District of J&K on August 18, reports Greater Kashmir.
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SFs launched a search operation in Azmatabad and Karyote villages of Thanamandi area of Rajouri District of J&K on August 18, reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 18 
The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested two al Qaeda militant at Jallo Pind area of Lahore, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 18, reports Dawn. The CTD team raided after credible information and arrested Abdul Manan and
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The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested two al Qaeda militant at Jallo Pind area of Lahore, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 18, reports Dawn. The CTD team raided after credible information and arrested Abdul Manan and Imran Akhtar, a spokesperson for the Punjab CTD said. CTD spokesperson said the militants were planning to attack law enforcement agencies and Shias during Muharam in Lahore. 1,650g explosive material, prima card, detonator, safety fuse, a 30-bore pistol 3 and ammunition were recovered from the possession of the arrested militants.
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August - 18 
The establishment faction of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) led by party Chairman KP Sharma Oli on August 18 (today) removed 14 lawmakers belonging to the Madhav Kumar Nepal-Jhalanath Khanal faction from the party an
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The establishment faction of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) led by party Chairman KP Sharma Oli on August 18 (today) removed 14 lawmakers belonging to the Madhav Kumar Nepal-Jhalanath Khanal faction from the party and wrote to the Parliament Secretariat seeking their expulsion from the House, reports The Himalayan Times. The establishment faction also sent a copy of its letter to the Election Commission (EC). Lawmakers who were expelled from the party are Madhav Kumar Nepal, Birodh Khatiwada, Met Mani Chaudhary. Jeevan Ram Shrestha, Mukunda Neupane, Ram Kumari Jhakri, Kalyani Khadka, Laxmi Kumari Chaudhary, Nira Devi Jairu, Pushpa Kumari Karna, Sarala Yadav, Kalila Khatun, Krishna Lal Maharjan, and Bhawani Khapung.
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August - 18 
Ending months of wrangling with the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML), leaders Madhav Kumar Nepal and Jhalanath Khanal have registered CPN-UML Samajwadi Party with the Election Commission (EC) on August 18, reports Khabarhub
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Ending months of wrangling with the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML), leaders Madhav Kumar Nepal and Jhalanath Khanal have registered CPN-UML Samajwadi Party with the Election Commission (EC) on August 18, reports Khabarhub. According to Nepal-Khanal faction leader Rajendra Pandey, 28.57 per cent of the 203-member central committee of the CPN-UML signed the petition to split from the party. He said that while Madhav Kumar Nepal is the Chairman of the party, Jhala Nath Khanal is the senior leader. Pandey further informed that 58 central members have come to the new party from the CPN-UML.
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August - 18 
Mahanta Thakur on August 18 registered Janata Samajbadi Party Nepal-Democratic (JSPN-Democratic) at the Election Commission (EC), reports The Himalayan Times. Thakur-led JSPN-Democratic has also formed a 24-member Central working committee under the
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Mahanta Thakur on August 18 registered Janata Samajbadi Party Nepal-Democratic (JSPN-Democratic) at the Election Commission (EC), reports The Himalayan Times. Thakur-led JSPN-Democratic has also formed a 24-member Central working committee under the chairmanship of Mahanta Thakur while mentioning Rajendra Mahato as the party's senior leader. The newly formed party has chosen bicycle as its electoral symbol.
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August - 18 
Tamil National Alliance (TNA) leader R. Sampanthan has written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa requesting an appointment on the earliest possible date to discuss matters pertaining to a new Constitution, reports Daily News on August 19. He pointed ou
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Tamil National Alliance (TNA) leader R. Sampanthan has written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa requesting an appointment on the earliest possible date to discuss matters pertaining to a new Constitution, reports Daily News on August 19. He pointed out that the previously scheduled meeting on June 16 was cancelled at the eleventh hour by the President and that his Party was still waiting for a new date for the meeting.
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August - 18 
The four suspects who were allegedly involved in the bombing of the Kingsbury Hotel on April 21, 2019 as part of the Easter Sunday attacks including the wife of Mohamed Mubarak, have been remanded until September 1, reports Hiru News on August 19.
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The four suspects who were allegedly involved in the bombing of the Kingsbury Hotel on April 21, 2019 as part of the Easter Sunday attacks including the wife of Mohamed Mubarak, have been remanded until September 1, reports Hiru News on August 19.
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August - 18 
On August 18, a journalist from Ariana News, a photographer belonging to Pajhwok Afghan News, and a reporter for Khorshid TV were allegedly assaulted by Taliban members, reports Ariana News. The Ariana News reporter, Mahmoud Naimi, and Pajhwok photog
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On August 18, a journalist from Ariana News, a photographer belonging to Pajhwok Afghan News, and a reporter for Khorshid TV were allegedly assaulted by Taliban members, reports Ariana News. The Ariana News reporter, Mahmoud Naimi, and Pajhwok photographer, Babrak Aminzadah, were both allegedly beaten while covering a demonstration in Nangarhar Province, while the Khorshid TV journalist, Nawid Ahmad Kawesh, was allegedly beaten at the Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul Province.
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August - 18 
On August 18, one protestor was killed following a clash between protestors and Taliban in Jalalabad, the provincial capital of Nangahar Province, reports Tolo News. The residents in the three eastern Provinces of Nangarhar, Kunar, and Khost proteste
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On August 18, one protestor was killed following a clash between protestors and Taliban in Jalalabad, the provincial capital of Nangahar Province, reports Tolo News. The residents in the three eastern Provinces of Nangarhar, Kunar, and Khost protested the replacement of the Afghan national flag by the Taliban since its takeover of the country. Clashes were also reported between the Taliban and demonstrators during the protests in Khost Province.
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August - 18 
A statement publicized by the People’s Majilis on August 18 says that Parliament Speaker Mohamed Nasheed has appointed Kirsty Brimelow, a British Queen's Counsel (QC) member to represent him and monitor and work on the criminal investigation into the
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A statement publicized by the People’s Majilis on August 18 says that Parliament Speaker Mohamed Nasheed has appointed Kirsty Brimelow, a British Queen's Counsel (QC) member to represent him and monitor and work on the criminal investigation into the May 6, 2021, Male bombing, reports Sun Online. “A functioning justice system is a crucial part of democracy. Rights and security are essential for every human. Kirsty Brimelow QC’s vast and relevant experience will be invaluable in the onward identification and apprehension of those who schemed, planned, and funded the assassination attempt against me which was inspired by extreme ideology,” Nasheed had said.
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August - 19 
Police arrested Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Kauleshwari, ‘regional commander’ Ramesh Ganjhu aka Ankit aka Azad Ji from a locality in the Lawalong thana (Police post) area in Chatra District of Jharkhand on August 19 early morning,
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Police arrested Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Kauleshwari, ‘regional commander’ Ramesh Ganjhu aka Ankit aka Azad Ji from a locality in the Lawalong thana (Police post) area in Chatra District of Jharkhand on August 19 early morning, reports The Telegraph. According to State Police spokesperson and Inspector General of Police (IGP), operations, A.V. Homkar, more than 45 cases were registered against the Maoist, who was involved in killing of 30 Policemen in different areas of Jharkhand and Bihar and carried a reward of INR 1.5 million. Chatra Superintendent of Police (SP), Rakesh Ranjan, said, the Police acted on tip-off that the Maoist was in the Lawalong thana area and was trying to extort opium traders in that region.
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August - 19 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have refuted allegations that their drone attacked Burgi Police Station in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on August 11, through a press note issued by their Western sub-zonal bureau, reports The T
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have refuted allegations that their drone attacked Burgi Police Station in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on August 11, through a press note issued by their Western sub-zonal bureau, reports The Times of India on August 20. The Maoists have, in fact, claimed they have no drones in their armoury. Deputy Inspector general of Police (DIGP), Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] range, Sandip Patil, said, Maoists have made a false claim they don’t have drones. “Maoists have drones which they have used for surveillance of police station premises and adjoining areas in Gadchiroli on a number of occasions,” he said. “The Maoists use hillocks to fly drones and we have also tried to bring them down in the past,” he said. Patil also clarified that Police never claimed that Maoists used drones to attack the Burgi post. The Maoists have also claimed cops have used drones at Bastar in Chhattisgarh to drop bombs on a village in April this year. They have said in the press note that Security Forces (SFs) are trying to legitimize their drone attacks by saying the Maoists are using drones too.
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August - 19 
A drug racketeer, identified as Shabir Ahamad, was arrested in connection with a case relating to seizure of a large quantity of heroin and arrest of two drug peddlers in Guwahati on August 19 from Moirang in Bishnupur District of Manipur, reports No
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A drug racketeer, identified as Shabir Ahamad, was arrested in connection with a case relating to seizure of a large quantity of heroin and arrest of two drug peddlers in Guwahati on August 19 from Moirang in Bishnupur District of Manipur, reports Northeast Now. Shabir was notorious linkman of a drug network in Manipur which is trying to spread its wings into Assam.
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August - 19 
A joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and local Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Rava Ganga, carrying a reward of INR 100,000 on his head, from an unspecified place under Phulbagdi Police
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A joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and local Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Rava Ganga, carrying a reward of INR 100,000 on his head, from an unspecified place under Phulbagdi Police Station limits in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 19, reports outlookindia.com. Sukma, Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Sharma said, Ganga, who had joined the outlawed outfit in 2011, was allegedly part of the Maoist squad that had abducted then Sukma Collector Alex Paul Menon from Manjhipara (Kerlapal) village on April 21, 2012. Menon was later released by the Maoists. Ganga, who was the head of DAKMS (Dandakaranya Adivasi Kisan Majdoor Sangathan - a frontal wing of Maoists), has served an LOS (local organisation squad) member and militia deputy commander in the banned outfit, was also involved in triggering an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion, targeting security personnel who were escorting a polling team in 2013.
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August - 19 
Huge amount of explosive recovered from Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE]-affected Shikaripara Police station area in Dumka District of Jharkhand on August 19, reports latestly.com. The recoveries comprise 500 kilograms of ammonium nitrate, 157 gelati
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Huge amount of explosive recovered from Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE]-affected Shikaripara Police station area in Dumka District of Jharkhand on August 19, reports latestly.com. The recoveries comprise 500 kilograms of ammonium nitrate, 157 gelatin sticks and 4500 detonators.
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August - 19 
India on August 19, pointed to the heightened threat posed by terror groups such as Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Haqqani Network due to the deteriorating security situation in Afghanistan and said the UN Security Council cannot a
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India on August 19, pointed to the heightened threat posed by terror groups such as Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Haqqani Network due to the deteriorating security situation in Afghanistan and said the UN Security Council cannot afford any complacency on this issue, reports Hindustan Times. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar raised India’s concerns while chairing a Security Council briefing on the theme, “Threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts”, against the backdrop of the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan over the weekend. Jaishankar reiterated an eight-point action plan to counter terrorism that he had proposed while addressing the Security Council in January, 2021. The plan envisages greater political will to tackle terror, dropping double standards on terrorism, not placing blocks and holds on requests for sanctioning terrorist individuals and groups without reason, and strengthening the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
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August - 19 
Militants killed a J&K Apni Party leader, identified as Ghulam Hussain Lone, zonal president of Devsar, outside his residence in Devsar area of Kulgam District of J&K on August 19, reports Daily Excelsior. He was shifted to District hospital in Kulga
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Militants killed a J&K Apni Party leader, identified as Ghulam Hussain Lone, zonal president of Devsar, outside his residence in Devsar area of Kulgam District of J&K on August 19, reports Daily Excelsior. He was shifted to District hospital in Kulgam for treatment, where he was declared as brought dead.
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August - 19 
On August 19, a huge cache of arms and ammunition were recovered from a forest near Hmawngbu village of Lawngtlai District in Mizoram near the Indo-Myanmar border, reports Northeast Now. During an operation, 3 pistols, 174 live rounds, 3 kg of explos
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On August 19, a huge cache of arms and ammunition were recovered from a forest near Hmawngbu village of Lawngtlai District in Mizoram near the Indo-Myanmar border, reports Northeast Now. During an operation, 3 pistols, 174 live rounds, 3 kg of explosive, 9 detonators and other war-like stores, including mobile phone modified IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices) were recovered.
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August - 19 
On August 19, two persons were arrested and heroin worth over INR 4,5000,000 was seized from their possession at Jorabat village of Kamrup Metropolitan District in Assam, reports East Mojo. According to sources, acting on specific information regardi
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On August 19, two persons were arrested and heroin worth over INR 4,5000,000 was seized from their possession at Jorabat village of Kamrup Metropolitan District in Assam, reports East Mojo. According to sources, acting on specific information regarding the shipment of a drug consignment from Manipur, a Police cordon was set up near Jorabat outpost under Basistha Police Station and during checking, 60 packets of heroin weighing about 660 grams packed in plastic soap cases were seized from a truck. The arrestees i.e., the driver of the vehicle and another person has been identified as residents of Thoubal District in Manipur. A case has been registered in this connection at Basistha Police Station in Guwahati, Assam and investigation is in progress.
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August - 19 
SFs killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant in an encounter at Kalas Danna at Thanamandi in Rajouri District of J&K on August 19, reports Daily Excelsior. A Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) identified as Ram Singh, 46 was also killed in this encount
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SFs killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant in an encounter at Kalas Danna at Thanamandi in Rajouri District of J&K on August 19, reports Daily Excelsior. A Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) identified as Ram Singh, 46 was also killed in this encounter due to militant firing. SFs recovered one AK rifle, one pistol, magazine and large quantity of ammunition from the location. SFs continued to maintain cordon in entire forest area surrounding Thanamandi to ensure that there is no other militant there. The identity of the slain militant is yet to be ascertained and he is believed to be a Pakistani, said Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Rajouri-Poonch range Vivek Gupta.
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August - 19 
Sukhram Kawasi (35), a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, was arrested from a forest area under Katekalyan Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 19, reports outlookindia.com. Kawasi, carrying a reward
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Sukhram Kawasi (35), a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, was arrested from a forest area under Katekalyan Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 19, reports outlookindia.com. Kawasi, carrying a reward of INR 100,000 on his head, was active as the ‘head’ of DAKMS (Dandakaranya Adivasi Kisan Majdoor Sangathan - a frontal wing of Maoists) in Katekalyan area, and was allegedly involved in several incidents of violence, such as attacks on Police teams, planting Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) to target polling teams and set ablaze vehicles engaged in road construction work.
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August - 19 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), on August 19, conducted searches at three locations in Patna District of Bihar in the Jehanabad arms recovery case, reports The Pioneer. The searches were carried out at the premises of an accused and two susp
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA), on August 19, conducted searches at three locations in Patna District of Bihar in the Jehanabad arms recovery case, reports The Pioneer. The searches were carried out at the premises of an accused and two suspects, who are suspected to be involved in procurement and transportation of arms / ammunitions for the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Bihar and Jharkhand. The case is an outcome of an FIR of police post Karauna, Jehanabad, in which a major haul of arms and ammunition was recovered from the possession of one accused Parshuram Singh. The NIA had re-registered the case on June 17 this year and took over the investigation. The NIA said in a statement, “During the searches conducted today, several incriminating materials including hand written documents, Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] literature/books have been seized. Digital storage devices in the form of pen drives have also been seized. Further investigations in the case continue.”
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August - 19 
Two Policemen, identified as Abdul Majeed and Javed Ahmad, and one civilian, identified as Fayaz Ahmad, received minor injuries after militants lobbed a grenade on a joint party of Police and CRPF at a naka in Saraf Kadal area of Srinagar District of
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Two Policemen, identified as Abdul Majeed and Javed Ahmad, and one civilian, identified as Fayaz Ahmad, received minor injuries after militants lobbed a grenade on a joint party of Police and CRPF at a naka in Saraf Kadal area of Srinagar District of J&K on August 19, reports Greater Kashmir. They were shifted to hospital where their condition was said to be stable. A search operation is launched in the area after the grenade attack.
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August - 19 
Two persons were shot dead by unidentified assailants on Airport Road near Shan Hotel area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on August 19, reports The Nation. The victims were identified as Wadera Sultan-ud-Din (55), son of Wadera Ame
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Two persons were shot dead by unidentified assailants on Airport Road near Shan Hotel area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on August 19, reports The Nation. The victims were identified as Wadera Sultan-ud-Din (55), son of Wadera Ameer Khan Shahwani, resident of Spiny Road, and Raza Muhammad (25), son of Asghar Shah Khilji, resident of Spiny Road.
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August - 19 
Six writ petitions have been registered at Supreme Court (SC) against ordinance to amend Political Parties Act on August 19, reports The Himalayan Times. Advocates Arjun Kumar Aryal, Sakuntala Bhusal, Nikesh Kumar Lamsal, Anup Aryal, Pravesh KC, Shri
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Six writ petitions have been registered at Supreme Court (SC) against ordinance to amend Political Parties Act on August 19, reports The Himalayan Times. Advocates Arjun Kumar Aryal, Sakuntala Bhusal, Nikesh Kumar Lamsal, Anup Aryal, Pravesh KC, Shrikant Baral, Dal Bahadur Dhami, Saroj Budhathoki and Ashish Shrestha have filed separate writ petitions at the Apex court. According to SC spokesperson Baburam Dahal, six writ petitions have been filed in the Court against the ordinance on political parties. The hearing is scheduled for coming September 25. The writ petition seeks an interim order to overturn the Government's decision as it is unconstitutional to bring the ordinance the day after the Government ends session of the federal Parliament. As soon as the ordinance came into force, the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) Madhav Nepal Group and Janata Samajwadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N) led by Mahanta Thakur have already applied to the Election Commission (EC) for registration of a new party.
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August - 19 
Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI) has selected senior leader of the platform Muhibullah Babunagari as its new Ameer (Chief) after Junaid Babunagari died on August 19, reports Dhaka Tribune. The decision was made by senior leaders of the Qawmi madrasa-based platf
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Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI) has selected senior leader of the platform Muhibullah Babunagari as its new Ameer (Chief) after Junaid Babunagari died on August 19, reports Dhaka Tribune. The decision was made by senior leaders of the Qawmi madrasa-based platform before the Namaz-e-Janaza of Junaid Babunagari. Muhibullah was the chief adviser of HeI convening committee announced on June 7. Muhibullah was the former senior vice chairman of Islami Okiyo Jote. He left the post after IOJ quit the BNP-led alliance. He served as the senior nayeb-e-ameer of HeI when Ahmad Shah Shafi was the chief of HeI.
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August - 19 
Police and the Special Task Force (STF) personnel on August 19 arrested a youth in the Dharmapuram Musuram area of Kilinochchi District with a mobile phone containing several promotional videos aimed at reviving the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (
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Police and the Special Task Force (STF) personnel on August 19 arrested a youth in the Dharmapuram Musuram area of Kilinochchi District with a mobile phone containing several promotional videos aimed at reviving the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), reports Daily News. Dharmapuram Police said that the suspect had distributed the videos to his friends and a large number of other people through various social media channels and that he had received the assistance of several others for this purpose. The suspect is being detained and questioned by the Police on a detention order obtained from a Kilinochchi Court.
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August - 19 
40 Taliban militants were killed as members of People Armed Uprising attacked backed by anti-Taliban front and captured Pul-e-Hisar, Deh Salah, and Bano Districts, in Baghlan Province, reports Khamma News on August 20. Former acting Minister of Defe
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40 Taliban militants were killed as members of People Armed Uprising attacked backed by anti-Taliban front and captured Pul-e-Hisar, Deh Salah, and Bano Districts, in Baghlan Province, reports Khamma News on August 20. Former acting Minister of Defence, Bismillah Muhammadi who is now living in Panjshir Province announced on his Twitter that the people uprising has recaptured Pol-e-Hisar, Bano, and Deh Salah district of Baghlan province.
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August - 19 
On August 19, a member of the Taliban leadership, Wahidullah Hashemi, said that there is a possibility that Afghanistan will be led by a council that will govern the country under the authority of the Taliban's Emir Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada, repo
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On August 19, a member of the Taliban leadership, Wahidullah Hashemi, said that there is a possibility that Afghanistan will be led by a council that will govern the country under the authority of the Taliban's Emir Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada, reports Tolo News.
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August - 19 
On August 19, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid called on countries around the world to recognize their movement, reports Ariana News. Mujahid also warned that if countries intervene again, they will rise up against them. “The world should not be
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On August 19, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid called on countries around the world to recognize their movement, reports Ariana News. Mujahid also warned that if countries intervene again, they will rise up against them. “The world should not be afraid of us. We must be recognized. We want friendly relations with all countries of the world, including the United States,” Mujahid said.
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August - 19 
The former Vice President of Afghanistan, Mohammad Younus Qanooni, warned the Taliban against pursuing their past policies, reports Tolo News on August 20. He said that such a move by the Taliban will lead to failure.
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The former Vice President of Afghanistan, Mohammad Younus Qanooni, warned the Taliban against pursuing their past policies, reports Tolo News on August 20. He said that such a move by the Taliban will lead to failure.
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August - 19 
The Spokesman for the Taliban Political Office in Qatar, Suhail Shaheen on August 19 said that Afghanistan is seeking international assistance in terms of rebuilding the country, reports Ariana News. In an interview with China Global Television Netwo
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The Spokesman for the Taliban Political Office in Qatar, Suhail Shaheen on August 19 said that Afghanistan is seeking international assistance in terms of rebuilding the country, reports Ariana News. In an interview with China Global Television Network (CGTN), Taliban Spokesperson Shaheen said, “We have just come out of from one period of war and destruction, and entering a new phase. And that phase, I think the people of Afghanistan need help of other countries. They should come forward and help us in the health sector and also infrastructure, and education sector, and other various sectors. They can a come to explore our resources, natural resources. This is our general invitation to all countries, and we appreciate any country that they help us at this crucial time of our history”.
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August - 20 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Mahesh Madkam, carrying head money of INR 300,000, surrendered before Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallav in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 20, reports UNI.
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Mahesh Madkam, carrying head money of INR 300,000, surrendered before Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallav in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 20, reports UNI. Madkam, ‘deputy commander’ of the Matwada Local Operations Squad (LOS) under the Bhairamgarh Area Committee was involved in incidents such as the encounters at Timmenar (2018) and Hurrepal (2019).
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August - 20 
Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh stressed for intensified Cordon and Search Operations (CASOs) to eliminate remaining terrorists and directed the officers to further strengthen and augment the intelligence as well as security grids in th
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Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh stressed for intensified Cordon and Search Operations (CASOs) to eliminate remaining terrorists and directed the officers to further strengthen and augment the intelligence as well as security grids in their respective areas for the safety and security of the people on August 20, while chaired a security review meeting with the Army, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and jurisdictional officers at Kulgam District of J&K, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 20 
District Police arrested Pradyumna Sharma aka Kundan aka Saket aka Lulha, a member of Special Area Committee (SAC) of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from Kotha Dumar Bukar forest under Chouparan Police Station limits in Hazaribagh Distr
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District Police arrested Pradyumna Sharma aka Kundan aka Saket aka Lulha, a member of Special Area Committee (SAC) of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from Kotha Dumar Bukar forest under Chouparan Police Station limits in Hazaribagh District of Jharkhand on August 20, reports The Pioneer. Pradyumna, a resident of Rustampur village under Hulasganj Police Station area in Jehanabad District of Bihar, had a bounty of INR 2.5 million on his head. Superintendent of Police (SP), Manoj Ratan Chauthe said Pradyumna is a key member of Bihar Jharkhand Special Area Committee (BJSAC), and is the most important ‘commander’ of the Magadh Zone. He has been involved in important conferences of Eastern Regional Bureau and BJSAC.
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August - 20 
On August 20, an unnamed People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant was arrested from Tengnoupal District of Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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On August 20, an unnamed People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant was arrested from Tengnoupal District of Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 20 
Police identified two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants killed in an encounter with SFs in Khrew area of Pampore in Pulwama District of J&K on August 20 as Musaib Ahmad Bhat, resident of Khrew of Pampore in Pulwama District and Muzamil Ahmad Rather,
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Police identified two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants killed in an encounter with SFs in Khrew area of Pampore in Pulwama District of J&K on August 20 as Musaib Ahmad Bhat, resident of Khrew of Pampore in Pulwama District and Muzamil Ahmad Rather, resident of Chakoora in Pulwama District, reports Daily Excelsior. Both the slain HM militants were a hit squad and responsible for civilian killings in J&K. SFs recovered one AK-47 rifle, one pistol and ammunition has been recovered from location.
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August - 20 
Punjab Police busted a terror module by arresting two persons, including former Akal Takht Jathedar Jasbir Singh Rode’s son Gurmukh Singh from his house in New Hardial Nagar in Jalandhar District of Punjab on August 20, reports Hindustan Times. The o
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Punjab Police busted a terror module by arresting two persons, including former Akal Takht Jathedar Jasbir Singh Rode’s son Gurmukh Singh from his house in New Hardial Nagar in Jalandhar District of Punjab on August 20, reports Hindustan Times. The other person arrested was identified as Gagandeep Singh of Phagwara in Kapurthala District. According to a Punjab Police spokesperson, the Kapurthala Police recovered two hand-grenades, a box of detonators, two tubes suspected to containing RDX, a roll of wire used in explosives, INR 375,000 Indian currency, a licensed pistol, 14 Indian passports, a .30-calibre pistol and two magazines from Gurmukh’s house. Also, Police seized a tiffin bomb, three hand-grenades, four Glock pistol magazines and packaging material from the Gurmukh’s office near Jalandhar bus stand. Reportedly, Gurmukh has been working for a local vernacular newspaper. Kapurthala Police reached Gurmukh after the arrest of one Gagandeep Singh of Phagwara with an illegal pistol. “During investigations, Gagandeep revealed that the pistol was part of a larger weapon consignment that had been sent from across the border through drones over the last few months,” the spokesperson said. He also disclosed that a major part of the consignment was with his friend Gurmukh. A senior Punjab Police official supervising the operation in Chandigarh said the tiffin bomb found at Gurmukh’s house is identical to the one recovered from Amritsar District on August 8, a case now being probed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Gurmukh is associated with International Sikh Youth Federation (ISYF). His father Rode is the nephew of slain militant preacher Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale. Rode’s brother Lakhbir Singh Rode is one of the most-wanted Khalistan militants in India and is believed to be currently in Pakistan.
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August - 20 
The Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) launched on August 19 by SFs at the encounter site in Kalas Kalsi mohalla of Thannamandi in Rajouri District of J&K continued for second day on August 20, reports Greater Kashmir.
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The Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) launched on August 19 by SFs at the encounter site in Kalas Kalsi mohalla of Thannamandi in Rajouri District of J&K continued for second day on August 20, reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 20 
Two Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel, including an assistant commandant, were killed in a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attack near Kademeta camp of 45th battalion of the ITBP under Chhotedongar Police Station limits in Nara
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Two Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel, including an assistant commandant, were killed in a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attack near Kademeta camp of 45th battalion of the ITBP under Chhotedongar Police Station limits in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh on August 20, reports The Pioneer. Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar range, Sundarraj P said, a squad of the ITBP's 45th battalion, which was out on an area domination operation, was fired upon by a small action team of the Maoists, when it was approximately 600 metres away from the camp. "Assistant Commandant Sudhakar Shinde and Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) Gurmukh Singh, both from the ITBP's 45th battalion, were martyred in the firing," the IGP said. After the attack, the Maoists also looted and escaped with one AK-47 rifle, two bullet-proof jackets and one wireless set of the security personnel, he added.
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August - 20 
Two militants are killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Khrew area of Pampore in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 20, reports Greater Kashmir. Police recovered incriminating materials including arms & ammunition fr
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Two militants are killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Khrew area of Pampore in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 20, reports Greater Kashmir. Police recovered incriminating materials including arms & ammunition from the location. The identity of the slain militants is yet to be ascertained.
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August - 20 
A villager was killed after terrorists opened fire from across the Afghanistan border into the Khwajawast area of Mamond tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 20, reports Dawn. The victim, identified as Bahadur Kha
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A villager was killed after terrorists opened fire from across the Afghanistan border into the Khwajawast area of Mamond tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 20, reports Dawn. The victim, identified as Bahadur Khan, was seriously wounded in the firing and died on the spot.
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August - 20 
Pakistan on August 20 said it would ask the incoming Government in Afghanistan to act against the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), reports Dawn. “Pakistan has been taking up the issue of use of Afghan soil by the TTP for terrorist activities inside
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Pakistan on August 20 said it would ask the incoming Government in Afghanistan to act against the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), reports Dawn. “Pakistan has been taking up the issue of use of Afghan soil by the TTP for terrorist activities inside Pakistan with the previous Afghan government and would continue raising the issue with the coming government in Kabul as well to ensure that the TTP is not provided any space in Afghanistan to operate against Pakistan,” outgoing Foreign Office spokesman Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri said at the weekly press briefing. Mr Chaudhri, who has been named as Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Australia, has been replaced by Asim Iftikhar Ahmad. In reply to a question about prisoners being released by Afghan Taliban, including TTP leaders like Maulvi Faqir Mohammad, he said: “We have seen some media reports in this regard. We have [opposed] and continue to oppose support for any individual or any proscribed groups that remained involved in terrorist activities inside Pakistan.”
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August - 20 
At least three people were killed and 50 others injured when a man hurled a grenade at Ashura procession passing by Jamia Masjid in Muhajir Colony of Bahawalnagar city (Bahawalnagar District) in Punjab at around 10am, reports Samaa TV.
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At least three people were killed and 50 others injured when a man hurled a grenade at Ashura procession passing by Jamia Masjid in Muhajir Colony of Bahawalnagar city (Bahawalnagar District) in Punjab at around 10am, reports Samaa TV.
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August - 20 
At least three persons, including two children, were killed and three persons, including a Chinese national, sustained injuries in a suicide attack targeting Chinese nationals’ vehicle on the Gwadar Expressway in Gwadar District of Balochistan on Aug
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At least three persons, including two children, were killed and three persons, including a Chinese national, sustained injuries in a suicide attack targeting Chinese nationals’ vehicle on the Gwadar Expressway in Gwadar District of Balochistan on August 20, reports ARY News. In a Twitter statement, the Balochistan Government’s spokesperson Liaquat Shahwani confirmed the blast saying it was a suicide attack.
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August - 20 
Netra Bikram Chand-led Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Chand) politburo member Bharat Bam alias Ranbir was released from prison on August 20, reports Khabarhub. Bharat Bam spent 28 months in Central Jail in Kathmandu. He was welcomed by C
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Netra Bikram Chand-led Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Chand) politburo member Bharat Bam alias Ranbir was released from prison on August 20, reports Khabarhub. Bharat Bam spent 28 months in Central Jail in Kathmandu. He was welcomed by CPN-Maoist-Chand leaders, including Dharmendra Bastola, outside the Central Jail. He was arrested on July 2, 2018, from Kathmandu and charged with treason while the CPN-Maoist-Chand was still a banned outfit.
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August - 20 
The leader of the Hizb-e-Islami party, Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, on August 20 said that formal talks between the Afghan political leaders and the Taliban will start once the Taliban leaders arrive in Kabul, report Tolo News. He said the recent meetings we
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The leader of the Hizb-e-Islami party, Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, on August 20 said that formal talks between the Afghan political leaders and the Taliban will start once the Taliban leaders arrive in Kabul, report Tolo News. He said the recent meetings were informal meetings.
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August - 20 
Criminal Court has ordered for Ali Haisham, one of the key suspects of the May 6, 2021, Male bombing to be detained pending the outcome of his trial, reports Sun Online 0n August 21.
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Criminal Court has ordered for Ali Haisham, one of the key suspects of the May 6, 2021, Male bombing to be detained pending the outcome of his trial, reports Sun Online 0n August 21.
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August - 21 
After the Taliban takeover, Pakistan has started relocating its terrorist camps active against India to the eastern and southern parts of Afghanistan, Zee News reports on August 22. Pakistan has shifted many camps of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) to the east
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After the Taliban takeover, Pakistan has started relocating its terrorist camps active against India to the eastern and southern parts of Afghanistan, Zee News reports on August 22. Pakistan has shifted many camps of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) to the eastern area of Afghanistan, while the camps of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) have shifted to the southern part of Afghanistan. "The Pak's ISI operatives are playing a key role in running LeT /JeM terror networks and coordinating with Taliban- Haqqani network," said a highly placed source deputed in the central security establishment. The biggest reason behind shifting terror camps from Pakistan to Afghanistan is that Pakistan wants to avoid possible action of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Also, the arms that have fallen into the Taliban’s hands are being diverted to JeM and LeT. ISI is conspiring to target Indian security forces in Jammu and Kashmir.
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August - 21 
Army has stepped up patrolling on the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri and Poonch Districts of J&K after intelligence agencies alert issued recently about large scale infiltration attempts by militants in the near future and increase in their movemen
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Army has stepped up patrolling on the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri and Poonch Districts of J&K after intelligence agencies alert issued recently about large scale infiltration attempts by militants in the near future and increase in their movement and presence on launch pads, reports Greater Kashmir on August 22.
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August - 21 
Around 15 persons were arrested from 11 Districts of Assam for allegedly supporting the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan and their return to power after 20 years through social media, reports The Indian Express on August 22. The 15 arrested includes
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Around 15 persons were arrested from 11 Districts of Assam for allegedly supporting the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan and their return to power after 20 years through social media, reports The Indian Express on August 22. The 15 arrested includes All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) leader Md Fazlul Karim Qashimi, Abu Bakkar Sidique alias Afga Khan Avilekh, Saidul Hoque, Mozidul Islam, Faruk Hussain Khan, Khandakar Nur Alom, Jawed Mazumder, Md Nadim Aktar, Mujib Uddin, Mortuza Hussain Khan, Yaseen Khan, Basiruddin Laskar, Saiyad Ahmed, Arman Hussain and Rafiqul Islam. In between August 20 and August 21, these 15 persons were arrested from Kamrup (Rural), Darrang, Barpeta, Dhubri, South Salmara, Goalpara, Hojai, and the Barak Valley districts of Hailakandi, Cachar, Karimganj and Baksa Districts. They have been charged under the anti-terror law, Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) and also under various IPC sections for criminal conspiracy and hurting religious feelings.
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August - 21 
India is conserving a detailed watch at the political trends all through the Bangladesh polls as round 25 Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) leaders are contesting the polls on Bangladesh Nationalist Birthday celebration (BNP) price ticket and 20
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India is conserving a detailed watch at the political trends all through the Bangladesh polls as round 25 Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) leaders are contesting the polls on Bangladesh Nationalist Birthday celebration (BNP) price ticket and 20 from constituencies with reference to West Bengal border, thenewstrace.com reports on August 22. These kinds of constituencies are inside of 100km from West Bengal border, whilst two others are preventing from Comilla, positioned with reference to Tripura border and two JMB leaders are from Sylhet, which is adjacent Assam. Resources mentioned that the utmost focus of JMB leaders are discovered inside of a spread of 50-100km from West Bengal border.
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August - 21 
Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir, Vijay Kumar said that Security Forces (SFs) were alert and would handle all challenges, including that of the Taliban, in the Kashmir Valley of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), while speaking to reporters at the he
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Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir, Vijay Kumar said that Security Forces (SFs) were alert and would handle all challenges, including that of the Taliban, in the Kashmir Valley of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), while speaking to reporters at the headquarters of the Army’s Victor Force in Awantipora area of Pulwama District of J&K on August 21, reports Kashmir Observer. He urged people to share information about militants, suicide bombers, or someone planning to set up Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).
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August - 21 
Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha said that a fine line has been drawn and none will be permitted to cross this and all those indulging in separatist activities will not be spared, while addressing a gathering after releasi
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Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha said that a fine line has been drawn and none will be permitted to cross this and all those indulging in separatist activities will not be spared, while addressing a gathering after releasing book in New Delhi on August 21, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 21 
On August 21, one militant of Niki Sumi-led faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K-NS) was arrested from Thahekhu village of Dimapur District in Nagaland, reports Northeast Now. According to sources, the arrestee was invol
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On August 21, one militant of Niki Sumi-led faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K-NS) was arrested from Thahekhu village of Dimapur District in Nagaland, reports Northeast Now. According to sources, the arrestee was involved in extortion activities. One .32 pistol and two live rounds were recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 21 
Police identified three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in the upper reaches of forest area of Nagaberan Dhoka area of Tral in Pulwama District of J&K on August 21 as Wakeel Ahmad Shah, a resident of
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Police identified three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in the upper reaches of forest area of Nagaberan Dhoka area of Tral in Pulwama District of J&K on August 21 as Wakeel Ahmad Shah, a resident of Bagandar Tral, Abdul Hamid Chopan and Illyas Najar of Khellan in Pulwama District of J&K, reports Daily Excelsior. Wakeel Ahmad Shah was one of the top 10 most wanted militants in Kashmir and the list was recently issued by Police and was involved in the killing of Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) leader Rakesh Pandita in 2021 and other civilians. SFs recovered two AK-47 rifles, one Self Loading Rifle (SLR), magazines and a Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) were recovered from the slain militants, said Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir, Vijay Kumar.
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August - 21 
Three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants are killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in the upper reaches of Nagbaeran forest area of Tral, Awantipora in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 21 (today), reports Greater Kashmi
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Three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants are killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in the upper reaches of Nagbaeran forest area of Tral, Awantipora in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 21 (today), reports Greater Kashmir. The identity of the slain militants is yet to be ascertained.
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August - 21 
Two Local Organising Squad (LOS) members of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Gattupalli Suresh (25), and Bodika Bheemaiah aka Bheemanna (34), who originally hail from Chhattisgarh, operating in the border of Charla Mand
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Two Local Organising Squad (LOS) members of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Gattupalli Suresh (25), and Bodika Bheemaiah aka Bheemanna (34), who originally hail from Chhattisgarh, operating in the border of Charla Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Bhadrachalam Agency, surrendered themselves before Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Dutt in the district headquarters town in Bhadradri-Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 21, reports The Hindu. The duo had been working for the CPI-Maoist for the past six years, Police said, adding, that they initially worked as militia members in the outlawed organisation for three years and were subsequently appointed as Charla LOS members. Police said the duo had quit the proscribed outfit unable to bear “harassment” at the hands of Maoist leaders and wanted to lead a better life by joining the mainstream.
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August - 21 
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 21 said it was not possible to carry out grenade attack like that of August 21, 2004, had there been no direct patronage from then Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)- Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) Government, reports Th
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Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 21 said it was not possible to carry out grenade attack like that of August 21, 2004, had there been no direct patronage from then Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)- Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) Government, reports The Daily Star. She said the then BNP-JeI Government assembled the terrorists and militants for carrying out such an attack and gave them a safe passage to flee abroad. On August 21, 2004, a grenade attack took place at an anti-terrorism rally organised by Awami League on Bangabandhu Avenue in Dhaka city. The attack left 24 dead and more than 300 injured.
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August - 21 
During a prayer service to commemorate the Easter Sunday attacks victims Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith said those who were behind the Easter Sunday mayhem will face a similar fate like that of blast victims, reports Daily Mirror on A
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During a prayer service to commemorate the Easter Sunday attacks victims Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith said those who were behind the Easter Sunday mayhem will face a similar fate like that of blast victims, reports Daily Mirror on August 22.
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August - 21 
The Taliban has said “hundreds” of its fighters were heading to the Panjshir Valley, one of the few parts of Afghanistan not yet controlled by the group, reports Al Jazeera on August 22. “Hundreds of Mujahideen of the Islamic Emirate are heading towa
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The Taliban has said “hundreds” of its fighters were heading to the Panjshir Valley, one of the few parts of Afghanistan not yet controlled by the group, reports Al Jazeera on August 22. “Hundreds of Mujahideen of the Islamic Emirate are heading towards the state of Panjshir to control it, after local state officials refused to hand it over peacefully,” the Taliban wrote on its Twitter account on August 22. Ahmad Massoud leads the resistance in Panjshir valley in Panjshir Province.
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August - 21 
The US on August 21 warned its citizens to avoid Kabul airport amid concerns about the potential for attacks by Afghanistan's branch of the Islamic State (IS) group, reports BBC News. A security alert on told US citizens to stay away due to possible
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The US on August 21 warned its citizens to avoid Kabul airport amid concerns about the potential for attacks by Afghanistan's branch of the Islamic State (IS) group, reports BBC News. A security alert on told US citizens to stay away due to possible "security threats outside the gates". Only those individually told to make the journey by a US Government representative should do so, it said. US defence officials said they were monitoring developments and looking at alternative routes.
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August - 21 
Criminal Court also extended the remand of the rest of three suspects of the incident, Ahmed Rasheed, Mujaz Ahmed, Thahumeen Ahmed on August 21, reports The Edition.
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Criminal Court also extended the remand of the rest of three suspects of the incident, Ahmed Rasheed, Mujaz Ahmed, Thahumeen Ahmed on August 21, reports The Edition.
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August - 22 
Militants lobbed a grenade towards the residence of Sarpanch identified as Narinder Kour at Shakwara in Kreeri area in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 22, reports Daily Excelsior. There was no casualty or injury in the explos
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Militants lobbed a grenade towards the residence of Sarpanch identified as Narinder Kour at Shakwara in Kreeri area in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 22, reports Daily Excelsior. There was no casualty or injury in the explosion.
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August - 22 
SFs recovered ten rusted hand grenades during a joint search operation conducted by Police and Army in a residential house of an individual identified as Mohammad Yousaf Mir in Gasla Dardpora Kralpora area of Kupwara District of J&K on August 22, re
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SFs recovered ten rusted hand grenades during a joint search operation conducted by Police and Army in a residential house of an individual identified as Mohammad Yousaf Mir in Gasla Dardpora Kralpora area of Kupwara District of J&K on August 22, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 22 
A self-styled private identified as Japhet Gangmei of Zeliangrong United Front-Jenchui (ZUF-J) was arrested on August 22 from Ghari Awang Leikai under Lamphel Police Station (PS) of Imphal West District, reports The Sangai Express. Japhet Gangmei had
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A self-styled private identified as Japhet Gangmei of Zeliangrong United Front-Jenchui (ZUF-J) was arrested on August 22 from Ghari Awang Leikai under Lamphel Police Station (PS) of Imphal West District, reports The Sangai Express. Japhet Gangmei had joined ZUF-J in November 2019 and is currently working under the command of self-styled ‘public relations officer (pro)’ of the outfit, Arun Puimai.
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August - 22 
Amritpal Singh, an alleged operative of the banned militant outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), came in contact with the UK-based Gurpreet Singh Khalsa, when he went to New Zealand in 2015, this revelation came to light during the interrogation
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Amritpal Singh, an alleged operative of the banned militant outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), came in contact with the UK-based Gurpreet Singh Khalsa, when he went to New Zealand in 2015, this revelation came to light during the interrogation of Amritpal and Sammy on August 22, who are currently in the Police custody, reports The Tribune. The duo was arrested by the Amritsar (rural) Police on August 15 with two hand grenades and a pistol. A day later, on August 16, Amritpal’s interrogation had led to the seizure of four hand grenades and three pistols along with magazines and bullets on Dhariwal-Batala road near Suchetghar village in Batala. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Gulneet Singh Khuranna said, Amritpal was working a sleeper cell for the BKI, and Khalsa was passing instructions to him. Khalsa, who was the suspect in Shingar bomb blast case in Ludhiana, had fled to the UK after being acquitted by the court. A Police official privy to the investigation said, Amritpal used to live in Mullanpur in 2015, when he got influenced by the separatist movement. Later, he went to New Zealand, where he came in contact with Khalsa. Reportedly, on August 8, the Police had confiscated a tiffin bomb with 2 kilogram RDX and five hand grenades from Daleke-Beharwal border village in Tarn Taran District, which were dropped by drones. On August 14, a hand grenade was found in a garbage pile in Ranjit Avenue area in Amritsar District. On August 15, the Police arrested Amritpal and Sammy with two hand grenades and a pistol and later their interrogation led to seizure of four hand grenades and three pistols in Amritsar District. A tiffin bomb was also recovered from Gurnam Singh Brar alias GB, a resident of Hardyal Nagar (Kapurthala), and Gagandeep Singh. The explosives and weapons were allegedly part of larger consignment dropped by drones from across Pakistan-based notorious elements. The Police have been trying to find a link between all the recent seizures.
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August - 22 
On August 22, a United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) militant was arrested from Imphal West District in Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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On August 22, a United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) militant was arrested from Imphal West District in Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 22 
Police have busted a pseudo–Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) gang and arrested three Maoist imposters for threatening and extorting money from traders in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh on August 22, reports newsmeter.in. The acc
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Police have busted a pseudo–Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) gang and arrested three Maoist imposters for threatening and extorting money from traders in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh on August 22, reports newsmeter.in. The accused have been identified as Boda Venkatesh (23), Saikuri Prasad (22), and Kondeti Veerababu (25). While Boda and Saikuri hail from Telangana, Kondeti is from the East Godavari Agency. The trio were operating in Yetapaka Mandal (administrative sub-division), and their modus operandi included instilling fear and extorting money from traders. Posing as Maoists, they used to put up threat pamphlets at traders' premises. Unable to endure harassment, traders approached Police and sought protection. Police recovered two CPI-Maoist party letterheads, a motorcycle, three cell phones, and cash of INR 2,280 from their possession. The accused also confessed to have extorted INR 50,000 from fertilizer traders in Thotapalli and Lakshmipuram villages, Police said.
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August - 22 
The Jamui Police arrested two alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from Giddaur Police Station area in Jamui District of Bihar on August 22, for their involvement in issuing threats to blow up Chaura railway station last month,
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The Jamui Police arrested two alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from Giddaur Police Station area in Jamui District of Bihar on August 22, for their involvement in issuing threats to blow up Chaura railway station last month, reports The Times of India. The movement of trains was stopped for two hours due to the threat. Acting on a tip-off, a Police team conducted raid at a suspected hideout of the Maoists and arrested Bhairav Yadav alias Gehuan and Sunil Yadav when they were planning to carry out a major operation in the area. A large number of gelatin and detonators were recovered from their possession.
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August - 22 
One Army personnel, identified as captain Kashif, was killed and two other soldiers sustained injuries after their vehicle hit an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by terrorists in Gichik area of Khuzdar District in Balochistan on August 22,
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One Army personnel, identified as captain Kashif, was killed and two other soldiers sustained injuries after their vehicle hit an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by terrorists in Gichik area of Khuzdar District in Balochistan on August 22, reports Dawn.
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August - 22 
One militant was killed during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) conducted by Security Forces (SFs) in Boya area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 22, reports Dawn. Cache of weapons and ammunition recovered from the pos
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One militant was killed during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) conducted by Security Forces (SFs) in Boya area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 22, reports Dawn. Cache of weapons and ammunition recovered from the possession of slain militant.
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August - 22 
Pakistan has handed over to the Afghan Taliban a list of “most wanted terrorists” affiliated with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) operating from the Afghanistan as Islamabad seeks to take decisive action against the militant outfit, The E
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Pakistan has handed over to the Afghan Taliban a list of “most wanted terrorists” affiliated with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) operating from the Afghanistan as Islamabad seeks to take decisive action against the militant outfit, The Express Tribune reported on August 23. Besides, Afghan Taliban chief Haibatullah Akhundzada has reportedly set up a three-member commission to investigate Islamabad’s complaints that the TTP was using Afghanistan to plot cross-border terrorist attacks. "We have taken up the issue with them [Afghan Taliban]. We have given them a list of wanted TTP terrorists operating from Afghanistan," a senior Pakistani official, familiar with the development, told The Express Tribune. The official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, added that Pakistan expected the new Government led by the Afghan Taliban to take action against the TTP. Although the official did not share the list, it is believed that Pakistan was seeking extradition or action against the TTP chief and its other top commanders.
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August - 22 
Concluding its argument, the prosecution on August 22 Sunday sought death penalty for eight Ansar al-Islam cadres in Xulhaz-Tonoy murder case in Dhaka on April 25, 2016, reports Dhaka Tribune. Mohamad Golam Sharuar Khan Zakir, the special public pros
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Concluding its argument, the prosecution on August 22 Sunday sought death penalty for eight Ansar al-Islam cadres in Xulhaz-Tonoy murder case in Dhaka on April 25, 2016, reports Dhaka Tribune. Mohamad Golam Sharuar Khan Zakir, the special public prosecutor of the case, sought the highest punishment after concluding the prosecution argument before a special tribunal. After concluding the hearing on the arguments from the prosecution, Judge Mohamad Mojibur Rahman of Dhaka’s Anti-Terrorism Special Tribunal fixed August 23 (today) for the defence argument. On April 25, 2016, Xulhaz, an LGBT activist, and a local employee of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and his friend, theatre activist Mahbub Rabbi Tonoy, were hacked to death at the former’s Kalabagan residence in Dhaka city.
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August - 22 
Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid on August 22 said that talks on the formation of a new government with Afghan political leaders are underway and that a new government will be announced in the near future, reports Tolo News. “Our political offic
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Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid on August 22 said that talks on the formation of a new government with Afghan political leaders are underway and that a new government will be announced in the near future, reports Tolo News. “Our political officials met with leaders here in Kabul, their views are important, discussions are moving, Insha Allah, there is hope for an announcement on the government soon,” said Zabihullah Mujahid, a spokesman for the Taliban.
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August - 22 
The leader of Panjshir valley based Anti-Taliban resistance Ahmad Massoud, on August 22 said that he hoped to hold talks peacefully with Taliban but at the same time his forces were ready to fight in case there is no negotiation, reports Al Jazeera.
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The leader of Panjshir valley based Anti-Taliban resistance Ahmad Massoud, on August 22 said that he hoped to hold talks peacefully with Taliban but at the same time his forces were ready to fight in case there is no negotiation, reports Al Jazeera. “We want to make the Taliban realise that the only way forward is through negotiation,” Ahmad Massoud said.
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August - 22 
Government authorities including Minister of Islamic Affairs Ahmed Zahir Ali, Minister of Home Affairs Sheikh Imran Abdulla and the Commissioner of Police Mohamed Hameed have engaged in discussions regarding bringing a stop to religious extremism th
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Government authorities including Minister of Islamic Affairs Ahmed Zahir Ali, Minister of Home Affairs Sheikh Imran Abdulla and the Commissioner of Police Mohamed Hameed have engaged in discussions regarding bringing a stop to religious extremism through the powers of law, reports Rajje.mv on August 23. The Islamic Ministry informed that in the course of the meeting, the topic discussed was regarding the complaints the ministry receives on Islamic extremism.
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August - 23 
CASO was launched by SFs at Peth Seer village area of Sopore in Baramulla District of J&K on on August 23, reports Greater Kashmir. The searches are underway in the area.
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CASO was launched by SFs at Peth Seer village area of Sopore in Baramulla District of J&K on on August 23, reports Greater Kashmir. The searches are underway in the area.
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August - 23 
In the draft charges filed before a special court in Mumbai, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has said that the accused in the Elgaar Parishad-cum-Bhima-Koregaon riots case had recruited students from various universities, including the Jawah
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In the draft charges filed before a special court in Mumbai, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has said that the accused in the Elgaar Parishad-cum-Bhima-Koregaon riots case had recruited students from various universities, including the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and Tata Institute for Social Sciences (TISS) for terror activities, reports The Pioneer on August 24. The NIA stated in the draft charges filed before the court of Special Judge D E Kothalikar last week, “...you accused no 1 to 10 along with the wanted accused no 17 to 22 being the active members of the banned terrorist organisation CPI (Maoists) and its frontal organisations recruited students from various universities, including Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and Tata Institute for Social Sciences (TISS) for commission of terrorist activity.” The alleged recruitment of the students of JNU, TISS and other universities is one of three fresh revelations that have been made by the NIA in its draft charges which will be formalised and formally framed against the 22 accused in the much-discussed sensational case. The other two new revelations are: the NIA – which had earlier said that the accused in the case had conspired to wage a war against the Government of India – has for the first time said that the accused had also conspired against the Maharashtra Government. “The accused no 1 to 10 along with the deceased accused number 16 (Father Stan Lourduswamy of Tamil Nadu who died in Mumbai while in custody on July 5, 2021) and absconding accused 17 to 22 being the active members of the banned terrorist organisation CPI (Maoists) and its frontal organisations had conspired wage a war against the Government of India and the State Government..,” one of the draft charges said, adding that they conspired to overthrow the governments at the centre and in the state (both BJP). One of the draft charges throws up the connection of Nepal and Manipur. “For the purpose ( of waging the war against the Government of India and the state government) conspired to demand and organise Rs 8 crore for annual supply of M-4 (sophisticated weapon) with 4,00,000 rounds and other arms and ammunition through a designated supplier from Nepal and Manipur and conspired to overawe the Government of India and State Government by means of criminal force, show of criminal force, thereby committed the offence punishable under section 121 A of the Indian Penal Code,” another charge in the draft charges said.
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August - 23 
Militants lobbed a grenade on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) bunker at Ali Masjid in Eidgah area of Srinagar District of J&K on August 23, reports Daily Excelsior. One CRPF man identified as Pravin Kumar was injured in the attack and was shif
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Militants lobbed a grenade on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) bunker at Ali Masjid in Eidgah area of Srinagar District of J&K on August 23, reports Daily Excelsior. One CRPF man identified as Pravin Kumar was injured in the attack and was shifted to hospital for treatment.
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August - 23 
On August 23, one person was arrested in Assam for allegedly supporting the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan on social media, taking the total number of such apprehensions in the state to 16, reports East Mojo. According to sources, the arrestee wo
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On August 23, one person was arrested in Assam for allegedly supporting the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan on social media, taking the total number of such apprehensions in the state to 16, reports East Mojo. According to sources, the arrestee worked in a tyre shop in Jorabat area of Guwahati of Kamrup Metropolitan District in Assam. Fifteen people, including an Assam Police constable, a senior leader of the state unit of Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, a medical student and a journalist, were arrested from various Districts on August 20 and 21 for their social media posts supporting the extremist group’s takeover of Afghanistan. The arrested people have been booked under several sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA Act), Information Technology Act (IT Act) and Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC).
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August - 23 
A special Police team comprising of 10 Policemen from the Special Operations Group (SoG) killed two most wanted The Resistance Front (TRF) militants, identified as Abbas Sheikh, the TRF chief for Kashmir and his deputy Saqib Manzoor of Barzulla, Srin
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A special Police team comprising of 10 Policemen from the Special Operations Group (SoG) killed two most wanted The Resistance Front (TRF) militants, identified as Abbas Sheikh, the TRF chief for Kashmir and his deputy Saqib Manzoor of Barzulla, Srinagar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in an encounter in Aloochi Bagh area of Srinagar District of J&K on August 23, reports Daily Excelsior. Saqib was the man behind recruiting youth into militancy in Srinagar and Abbas Sheikh, a resident of Kulgam District, who joined militancy in 2005. Abbas was arrested twice but he got recycled into militancy and was TRF chief at present. Both the slain militants were involved in recruiting youth, lobbing grenades and killing political workers and policemen in Srinagar city in J&K, said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Vijay Kumar.
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August - 23 
On August 23, a joint team of Assam Police and BSF (Border Security Force) raided an arms smuggling racket at Badarpur town of Karimganj District in Assam, reports Northeast Now. Four pistols and one pen pistol were recovered during the raid.
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On August 23, a joint team of Assam Police and BSF (Border Security Force) raided an arms smuggling racket at Badarpur town of Karimganj District in Assam, reports Northeast Now. Four pistols and one pen pistol were recovered during the raid.
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On August 24, a suspected arms dealer, who was arrested along with an accomplice, died in a Police encounter in Assam’s Karimganj District when he allegedly tried to flee custody, reports Northeast Now. The one killed has been identified as Nurul Isl
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On August 24, a suspected arms dealer, who was arrested along with an accomplice, died in a Police encounter in Assam’s Karimganj District when he allegedly tried to flee custody, reports Northeast Now. The one killed has been identified as Nurul Islam. On August 23, a joint team of Assam Police and BSF (Border Security Force) raided an arms smuggling racket at Badarpur town of Karimganj District in Assam and arrested Nurul Islam and his accomplice, Lling Khiamn. Four pistols and one pen pistol were recovered during the raid. According to sources, during interrogation, Nurul Islam claimed there were more arms in his possession, which he had secured in a hideout. “He led a team of Police Officials to the spot and there he pushed one of the constables and snatched his gun. Moments later, he started firing and in retaliation, the Police had to open fire”. Police claimed that Islam was killed in retaliatory firing. The accused, Nurul Islam, was immediately rushed to the Karimganj Civil Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
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August - 23 
Police has launched a state-wide drive to check the details and the background of the Afghan people living in West Bengal and the instructions given by the State Home Department is an effort to trace the movement of the Afghan citizens living in Indi
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Police has launched a state-wide drive to check the details and the background of the Afghan people living in West Bengal and the instructions given by the State Home Department is an effort to trace the movement of the Afghan citizens living in India and maintain a basic surveillance on them to avoid any kind of untoward incident, reports webindia123.com on August 24 (today). Police have also been asked to maintain a checklist including authentication of passports, duration of visas and a fresh background check. We need to keep a watch so that the Taliban don't enter and use the soil for terrorist activities, said official
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August - 23 
Security Forces (SFs) spotted a drone near the International Border (IB) Arnia sector of Jammu District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 23, reports India Today. Border Security Force (BSF) personnel fired at the drone to neutralize it, at which
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Security Forces (SFs) spotted a drone near the International Border (IB) Arnia sector of Jammu District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 23, reports India Today. Border Security Force (BSF) personnel fired at the drone to neutralize it, at which it flew off towards the Pakistan side of the IB.
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August - 23 
SFs comprising of Police and Army launched a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in Hyderbeigh Pattan area of Baramulla District of J&K on August 23, reports Greater Kashmir. The operation was later called off as the area was found safe.
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SFs comprising of Police and Army launched a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in Hyderbeigh Pattan area of Baramulla District of J&K on August 23, reports Greater Kashmir. The operation was later called off as the area was found safe.
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August - 23 
SFs recovered and destroyed an old mortar shell from a construction site in Keri village area of Rajouri District of J&K on August 23, reports Greater Kashmir.
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SFs recovered and destroyed an old mortar shell from a construction site in Keri village area of Rajouri District of J&K on August 23, reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 23 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, each carrying a reward of INR 200,000 on their heads, were arrested when they were allegedly planning to plant Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) to target Security Forces (SFs) in Dantewada D
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, each carrying a reward of INR 200,000 on their heads, were arrested when they were allegedly planning to plant Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) to target Security Forces (SFs) in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 23, reports outlookindia.com. Dantewada, Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallava, said, a patrolling team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and local Police arrested Pandu alias Mangu Madvi (23) and Hurra alias Korma Sodi (22) near Hiroli village under Kirandul Police Station area. During interrogation, the duo admitted to their link with the outlawed CPI-Maoist since 2010, and two tiffin bombs- one weighing five kilograms and another of three kilograms, electric wire and batteries were recovered from two plastic bags being carried by them, SP, Pallava, said, adding, while Madvi was an active member of the West Bastar supply team of Maoists, Sodi was a member of the 'mobile intelligence' team in the same area.
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August - 23 
The Federal Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid said on August 23 that the Afghan Taliban had reassured the Government that the TTP would not be given permission to operate in Afghanistan against Pakistan, reports Dawn. Responding to a question while add
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The Federal Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid said on August 23 that the Afghan Taliban had reassured the Government that the TTP would not be given permission to operate in Afghanistan against Pakistan, reports Dawn. Responding to a question while addressing a press conference in Islamabad, the Interior Minister said some TTP leaders such as Maulvi Faqir Mohammad had been released by the Afghan Taliban after their takeover of Kabul on August 15, adding that the Government was in "full contact" with the Taliban on the issue. "The related authorities there have been told that those who have done terrorism in Pakistan [are controlled]. "The Afghan Taliban have reassured [us] that Afghanistan's land will not be allowed to be used in any case by the TTP," said Rashid.
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August - 23 
Madhav Kumar Nepal while speaking at a meeting of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Socialist (CPN-Unified Socialist) held at Chandragiri Resort, Kathmandu on August 23, 2021, Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Lenin
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Madhav Kumar Nepal while speaking at a meeting of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Socialist (CPN-Unified Socialist) held at Chandragiri Resort, Kathmandu on August 23, 2021, Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) Chairman KP Sharma Oli is responsible for the split in the CPN-UML, reports Republica. Nepal accused Oli of being the reason for the party split. The proposed CPN-Unified Socialist party will have 17 office-bearers along with a 151-member central committee. Among the 17 office-bearers, the party will have one chairperson, seven vice-chairpersons and a general secretary, two deputy general secretaries and seven secretaries. There will also be 115 whole time members and 36 alternate central members.
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August - 23 
Anti-Terrorism Special Tribunal of Dhaka city on August 23 set August 31 to deliver verdict against eight cadres of banned militant group Ansar Al Islam in a case filed over the murders of LGBT activist Xulhaz Mannan and his associate Mahbub Rabby To
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Anti-Terrorism Special Tribunal of Dhaka city on August 23 set August 31 to deliver verdict against eight cadres of banned militant group Ansar Al Islam in a case filed over the murders of LGBT activist Xulhaz Mannan and his associate Mahbub Rabby Tonoy in 2016, reports The Daily Star. Judge Mohamad Majibur Rahman fixed the date on completion of arguments from prosecution and defence. The accused are: Syed Mohammad Ziaul Haque alias Major (sacked) Zia, Akram Hossain, Sabbirul Haque Chowdhury, Junaid Ahmed alias Maulana Junaid, Mozammel Hossain Saimon, Arafat Rahman Siam, Sheikh Abdullah alias Jubair and Asadullah alias Foyjul. Of them, Zia, Akram, Sabbirul, Junaid are still on the run, while Mozammel, Arafat, Abdullah and Asadullah are in jail now. On April 25, 2016, Xulhaz, a former official of USAID, was hacked to death at his Kalabagan residence in Dhaka along with his friend Tonoy.
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August - 23 
Crime Investigation Department (CID) during a raid at Sonadanga area in Khulna District of Khulna Division arrested two cadres of Ansar al-Islam on August 23, reports Dhaka Tribune. The arrestees were identified as Nasim and Hasan. CID recovered expl
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Crime Investigation Department (CID) during a raid at Sonadanga area in Khulna District of Khulna Division arrested two cadres of Ansar al-Islam on August 23, reports Dhaka Tribune. The arrestees were identified as Nasim and Hasan. CID recovered explosives and bomb-making equipment from them.
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August - 23 
On August 23, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) William Burns held a secret meeting with the Taliban leader Abdul Ghani Baradar in Kabul, reports Tolo News. The news was sourced from the Washington Post. Further, according to the
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On August 23, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) William Burns held a secret meeting with the Taliban leader Abdul Ghani Baradar in Kabul, reports Tolo News. The news was sourced from the Washington Post. Further, according to the Washington Post, the US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad was also present at the meeting between the CIA chief William Burns and Taliban leader Abdul Ghani Baradar. The details of the meetings were not revealed.
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August - 23 
Sources close to the Taliban leadership that the group will form a 12-member council to run the country, reports Ariana News on August 24. The sources revealed this latest development to Foreign Policy. The sources mentioned the possible six names in
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Sources close to the Taliban leadership that the group will form a 12-member council to run the country, reports Ariana News on August 24. The sources revealed this latest development to Foreign Policy. The sources mentioned the possible six names in the 12-member council will be of Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, the Taliban’s political deputy; Mullah Mohammad Yaqub, the son of Mullah Mohammad Omar; and Khalil-ur-Rahman Haqqani, Hamid Karzai, Abdullah Abdullah, and Gulbuddin Hekmatyar.
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August - 23 
Taliban has appointed Mullah Abdul Qayyum Zakir as acting Defence Minister, reports Al Jazeera on August 24. The news was shared by a source in the Taliban. Abdul Qayyum Zakir is a former Guantanamo Bay detainee.
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Taliban has appointed Mullah Abdul Qayyum Zakir as acting Defence Minister, reports Al Jazeera on August 24. The news was shared by a source in the Taliban. Abdul Qayyum Zakir is a former Guantanamo Bay detainee.
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August - 23 
The Taliban on August 23 said that the group will not agree to an extension of the evacuation mission from Afghanistan and is “warning of consequences” if it is prolonged beyond deadline, reports Reuters. The move would mean “extending occupation” an
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The Taliban on August 23 said that the group will not agree to an extension of the evacuation mission from Afghanistan and is “warning of consequences” if it is prolonged beyond deadline, reports Reuters. The move would mean “extending occupation” and that is “a red line”, Suhail Shaheen, a member of the Taliban delegation in Doha, the capital of Qatar, said. United States (US) President Joe Biden is inexpected to decide as soon as August 24 (today) on whether to extend that August 31 deadline to airlift Americans and their allies to safety.
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August - 24 
On August 24, 60 militants belonging to newly floated National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB) surrendered before the Police with arms and ammunition in Assam’s Udalguri District, reports Northeast Now. At present, the surrendered militants are
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On August 24, 60 militants belonging to newly floated National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NLFB) surrendered before the Police with arms and ammunition in Assam’s Udalguri District, reports Northeast Now. At present, the surrendered militants are kept in a camp at Sonai Khowrang area of Udalguri District under Udalguri Police Station in Assam. According to sources, the surrendered militants deposited eight AK-56 rifles, two SLRs with magazines, four homemade pipe guns with three bottles of gunpowder, five HE-36 hand grenades with detonators, one F228 pistol with magazine, two 7.61mm pistols with magazines, one 7.65 mm pistol with magazine and 228 rounds of ammunition. This is the fifth time in a month that the militants of NLFB laid down their arms in Assam. Altogether 150 members of the outfit including NLFB chief, M. Batha have surrendered so far.
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August - 24 
According to people in the Indian security establishment, Sameer Ahmad Dar, who was thought to have been killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) on July 31 along with Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘commander’ Mohammad Ismail Alvi alias Lambu, is a
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According to people in the Indian security establishment, Sameer Ahmad Dar, who was thought to have been killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) on July 31 along with Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘commander’ Mohammad Ismail Alvi alias Lambu, is alive and involved in militant activities of JeM in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Hindustan Times on August 25. When security agencies later showed his body to the family, it was confirmed the second militant was not Dar. On closer examination, his photos, too, did not match the body.
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August - 24 
Army arrested an individual identified as Khyam Maqsood (16), who crossed over Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District of J&K on August 24, reports Greater Kashmir. He was a resident of Harkadiya Bala village, Abbaspur in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (
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Army arrested an individual identified as Khyam Maqsood (16), who crossed over Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District of J&K on August 24, reports Greater Kashmir. He was a resident of Harkadiya Bala village, Abbaspur in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and was caught after crossing LoC in Khari area of Gulpur sector in Poonch District in J&K.
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August - 24 
At least 30 bombs were recovered on August 24, night from a bus which was on route to Bihar from Kolkata (West Bengal), reports timesnownews.com. Police have also detained some people, and a handwritten note was also recovered from the bag that had t
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At least 30 bombs were recovered on August 24, night from a bus which was on route to Bihar from Kolkata (West Bengal), reports timesnownews.com. Police have also detained some people, and a handwritten note was also recovered from the bag that had the thirty bombs in it. The note is naming an individual suspectedly hailing from Jharkhand. According to the note, the bag was supposed to be delivered to the man whose name has been mentioned in that note.
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August - 24 
Militants lobbed a grenade at a a picket of CRPF in Zaina Kadal area of Srinagar city in Srinagar District of J&K on August 24, reports Greater Kashmir. SFs have launched a CASO after the incident and there was no any loss of life or property.
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Militants lobbed a grenade at a a picket of CRPF in Zaina Kadal area of Srinagar city in Srinagar District of J&K on August 24, reports Greater Kashmir. SFs have launched a CASO after the incident and there was no any loss of life or property.
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August - 24 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) on August 24, filed a charge sheet against two accused in connection with the blast in Murshidabad District’s Nimtita railway station (February 17, 2021) in which former West Bengal Labour Minister Jakir Hossain an
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) on August 24, filed a charge sheet against two accused in connection with the blast in Murshidabad District’s Nimtita railway station (February 17, 2021) in which former West Bengal Labour Minister Jakir Hossain and over 22 others were severely injured, reports India Today. In the chargesheet, accused Sahidul Islam (35) and Abu Samad (37) have been charged under sections 16,18,30 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), sections 3 and 4 of the Explosives Substance Act and sections 120B, 201, 326 and 307 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). According to the NIA chargesheet, the accused had hatched a criminal conspiracy to kill Jakir Hossain and his supporters in order to strike terror in the minds of the people and to derail the impending assembly election in West Bengal.
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August - 24 
On August 24, as many as 80 villages falling under the jurisdiction of Tirap District administration in Arunachal Pradesh have vowed not to pay any extortion money to the insurgent outfits operating out of the District, reports Northeast Now. This pr
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On August 24, as many as 80 villages falling under the jurisdiction of Tirap District administration in Arunachal Pradesh have vowed not to pay any extortion money to the insurgent outfits operating out of the District, reports Northeast Now. This promise was made by Village headmen of 80 villages during a security co-ordination meeting held at Assam Rifles base at Khonsa town in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tirap District. The village headmen said that they see no point in paying extortion money to the militants, as the Security Forces have been providing the villagers with the required security. The villagers of Tirap District further added that the militants often take away their livestock, forcing them to abandon rearing cattle. Notably, the jungles of Tirap, Changlang and Longding Districts in Arunachal Pradesh have been the hub of insurgent outfits from Northeast India.
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August - 24 
One of the culprits of Hengjang's double murder case in 2019 was shot dead at Bongbal Khullen in Phailengmol Island Block under Maphou Dam Police Station (PS) in Kangpokpi District of Manipur on August 24, reports Imphal Free Press. The deceased, ide
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One of the culprits of Hengjang's double murder case in 2019 was shot dead at Bongbal Khullen in Phailengmol Island Block under Maphou Dam Police Station (PS) in Kangpokpi District of Manipur on August 24, reports Imphal Free Press. The deceased, identified as Sonkhothang alias David Haokip, was a former militant of Suspension of Operation (SoO) of Kuki Liberation Organisation/ Kuki Liberation Army (KLO/KLA) involved in the double murder case of Hengjang village chief Thangkhotinlet alias Thangneo Kipgen and his nephew Thangminlun Kipgen on July 12, 2019. Non-SoO militant outfit Kuki National Front-Nehlun (KNF-N) claimed responsibility behind the killing. KNF-N ‘information and publicity secretary’, Gou Kuki, stated that David Haokip was an active militant of Kuki National Liberation Army (KNLA) and was awarded capital punishment as a retributive measure and for failing to pay heed to our earlier repeated warning. Gou Kuki further warned civil society organisations leaders and chiefs of Phailengmol Island block from providing shelter and operational base to KNLA militants. Meanwhile, civil society organisations of Phailengmol Island Block comprising of Kuki Inpi, Kuki Women Union, KSO strongly condemned the broad daylight killing of Sonkhothang alias David Haokip.
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August - 24 
Police arrested six Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant associates identified as Muzaffar Mohiuddin Lone, Mohammad Amin Lone, Rizwan Qadir Lone, Imtiyaz Ahmad Lone, Javaid Ahmed Lone and Mohammad Saleem Khan from Pathkoot area of Bandipora District in J&K
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Police arrested six Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant associates identified as Muzaffar Mohiuddin Lone, Mohammad Amin Lone, Rizwan Qadir Lone, Imtiyaz Ahmad Lone, Javaid Ahmed Lone and Mohammad Saleem Khan from Pathkoot area of Bandipora District in J&K on August 24, reports Daily Excelsior. Police recovered two live hand grenades, two detonators, 15 AK series rounds, two matrix sheets and other incriminating materials from them. All the arrested were providing shelter, logistics and other material support to active militants of LeT in Bandipora District, said Police official.
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August - 24 
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Russia’s President Vladimir Putin on August 24, and the two leaders agreed to form a permanent bilateral channel for consultations on Afghanistan, reports Indian Express. “They expressed intention to enhance coop
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Russia’s President Vladimir Putin on August 24, and the two leaders agreed to form a permanent bilateral channel for consultations on Afghanistan, reports Indian Express. “They expressed intention to enhance cooperation on countering the dissemination of the terrorist ideology and the drug threat emanating from the territory of Afghanistan,” the Russian statement said. The two sides noted the “importance of coordinated efforts” for the establishment of peace and stability in Afghanistan, ensuring security in the region as a whole, it said. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the leaders discussed the “unfolding situation in Afghanistan and its implications for the region and the world”. They agreed it was important for the strategic partners to work together, and instructed their senior officials to remain in touch, the MEA said.
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August - 24 
Security Forces (SFs) comprising of Police, Army and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) killed three The Resistance Front (TRF) militants, identified as Faisal Fayaz, a resident of Kapren in Shopian District, Ghulam Mustafa Sheikh, a resident of Tek
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Security Forces (SFs) comprising of Police, Army and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) killed three The Resistance Front (TRF) militants, identified as Faisal Fayaz, a resident of Kapren in Shopian District, Ghulam Mustafa Sheikh, a resident of Tekipura in Kupwara District and Rameez Ahmad Ghanie, a resident of Zipor Dharamati in Shopian District in an encounter during a joint Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) at Pethseer area in Sopore area of Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 24, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs have recovered one AK 47 rifle and two pistols and ammunition from the location. The slain militants were part of groups involved in several militancy related incidents including attacks on security establishments and civilians, said Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir, Vijay Kumar.
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August - 24 
SFs comprising of Police and Army launched a CASO based on specific information and busted a militant hideout in the Nagmarg forest area of Aloosa in Bandipora District of J&K on August 24, reports Daily Excelsior. A huge cache of arms and ammunition
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SFs comprising of Police and Army launched a CASO based on specific information and busted a militant hideout in the Nagmarg forest area of Aloosa in Bandipora District of J&K on August 24, reports Daily Excelsior. A huge cache of arms and ammunition, including 10 Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) rounds and two chinese grenades and other incriminating material were recovered from the location.
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August - 24 
The Parliamentary Standing Committee (PSC) on Home Affairs, have expressed satisfaction over decline in militancy and there have been no instances of stone pelting in the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior on August 25. The PSC on Home
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The Parliamentary Standing Committee (PSC) on Home Affairs, have expressed satisfaction over decline in militancy and there have been no instances of stone pelting in the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior on August 25. The PSC on Home Affairs concluded its week-long tour to the Union Territories of J&K and Ladakh on August 22.
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August - 24 
The Special court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Mohali in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar District of Punjab has dismissed the bail application of a Kashmiri student who was arrested in 2018 for his alleged involvement in terror activities
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The Special court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Mohali in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar District of Punjab has dismissed the bail application of a Kashmiri student who was arrested in 2018 for his alleged involvement in terror activities, reports The Indian Express on August 25. The court of NIA special judge Karunesh Kumar, while pronouncing the order, said that after having considering the submissions by the counsel for applicant Suhail Ahmed Bhat as well as the special public prosecutor, it was found that the application deserves to be dismissed. The orders further stated that the records reveal that an First Information Report (FIR) was registered at Sadar Jallandhar Police Station in Jallandhar District in October 2018 and thereafter, the NIA took over the investigation and re-registered the FIR. Bhat was arrested on October 11, 2018. “During investigation, it came on record that Bhat had carried out recce on Dera Bassi Police Station in October and November 2017 in preparation of carrying out an attack on it to destabilise the law and order in Punjab. It has also come on record that the he made an abortive attempt to throw grenade at the bus stand, Sectors 17 and 43 in Chandigarh in July 2018 on the directions of then AGH ( Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind) ‘chief’ Zakir Musa to destabilise law and order in Punjab, thereby waging war against India,” the order said.
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August - 24 
The special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Mumbai of Maharashtra has rejected the discharge and bail pleas of Sathyanarayana Rani (71), who is accused in the May 1, 2019, Gadchiroli attack, in which 15 Policemen and one civilian were ki
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The special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Mumbai of Maharashtra has rejected the discharge and bail pleas of Sathyanarayana Rani (71), who is accused in the May 1, 2019, Gadchiroli attack, in which 15 Policemen and one civilian were killed, reports India Today on August 25. According to NIA, Rani is a senior Maoist leader and he and his wife Narmada Akka were part of a larger conspiracy that resulted in the death of 15 Police personnel and a civilian. They were part of the team which planned to take revenge by carrying out a blast. According to Police, on April 23, 2018, 40 Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] were killed by security persons in an ambush, due to which the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were unhappy and wanted to take revenge. Therefore, the accused people and others hatched a criminal conspiracy to kill the Police personnel and accordingly, a blast was caused, resulting in the death of 15 Police personnel and a private driver in Gadchiroli on May 1, 2019. After Rani was arrested on June 11, 2019, his house where he and Naxalite Narmada Akka used to reside was searched and various electronic items and the cash amount of INR 1.032 million were seized. Police claimed that in July 2018 the accused had participated in meetings to hatch a conspiracy to avenge the death of 40 Naxalites.
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August - 24 
Two cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were gunned down in an exchange of fire with the Security Forces (SFs) at Gompad forested terrain in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 24 morning (today), reports The New Indian Ex
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Two cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were gunned down in an exchange of fire with the Security Forces (SFs) at Gompad forested terrain in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 24 morning (today), reports The New Indian Express. "A joint team of the CRPF, CoBRA battalion and District reserve guards was carrying out the area domination operation along the Gompad-Kanhaiguda area where the rebels opened fire. The attack was retaliated by the troopers who have recovered two bodies along with arms and ammunition. The search operation in the region has been further intensified," Sukma, Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Sharma said. None of the security personnel were injured in the incident. "The forces are yet to return to the base camp. The bodies will be identified once they are back. We suspect there could be a few rebels who suffered injuries in the encounter," the SP added.
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August - 24 
Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla held a high-level review of security situation in J&K along with top brass of Police and Intelligence officers of the Union Territory and senior security officials of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) an
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Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla held a high-level review of security situation in J&K along with top brass of Police and Intelligence officers of the Union Territory and senior security officials of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) and Central agencies in New Delhi on August 24, reports Daily Excelsior.
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August - 24 
Four coalminers were shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Marwar area of Quetta District in Balochistan’s on August 24, reports ARY News. The cause behind the firing and the identity of the deceased remains unknown.
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Four coalminers were shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Marwar area of Quetta District in Balochistan’s on August 24, reports ARY News. The cause behind the firing and the identity of the deceased remains unknown.
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August - 24 
The Police arrested two Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants during an intelligence-based operation in Ibrahim Hyderi area of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, on August 24, reports ARY News. Two hand grenades were recovered from their
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The Police arrested two Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants during an intelligence-based operation in Ibrahim Hyderi area of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, on August 24, reports ARY News. Two hand grenades were recovered from their possession. According to Police, the arrested militants have been native of South Waziristan and returned from Afghanistan after getting training of sabotage and terrorism. The father and two brothers of arrested suspect Naimatullah were also affiliated with the TTP, Police added. “One of his brothers, Barkatullah has been arrested, while another brother Amanullah was killed in a police encounter in year 2014,” officials said. “Arrested terrorist had killed a man Mehtab, suspecting him an informer of the Police,” Police added further.
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August - 24 
Jaffna District Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Member of Parliament M. A. Sumanthiran said to the media on August 24 that although the Geneva Human Rights Commission sessions are due to be held in September, the post of Commissioner will not change, r
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Jaffna District Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Member of Parliament M. A. Sumanthiran said to the media on August 24 that although the Geneva Human Rights Commission sessions are due to be held in September, the post of Commissioner will not change, reports Daily News. He also said that if an opportunity arises, the Tamil National Alliance will hold talks regarding this with the Government prior to the Geneva Human Rights Commission sessions. Speaking further he said that, the Tamil National Alliance should hold discussions with the Government prior to the next sessions in relation to the recommendations provided during previous sessions of the Geneva Human Rights Commission, for Sri Lanka to fulfill.
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August - 24 
The Shia Ulema Council at a press conference on August 24 urged the Taliban to ensure that they will treat all faiths and ethnicities with equality and justice, reports Tolo News. The Council further said the next government should ensure the partic
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The Shia Ulema Council at a press conference on August 24 urged the Taliban to ensure that they will treat all faiths and ethnicities with equality and justice, reports Tolo News. The Council further said the next government should ensure the participation of all religions and ethnicities. The clerics called on the Taliban to ensure the safety and security of women and minorities. “The Shia people never support violence and war, they all support peace,” said Ayatollah Salehi, a Shia cleric.
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August - 24 
United States (US) President Joe Biden told G7 leaders on August 24 that the US is on pace to complete the US pullout from Afghanistan by August 31 depending on cooperation from the Taliban, reports Tolo News. "During a meeting this morning with the
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United States (US) President Joe Biden told G7 leaders on August 24 that the US is on pace to complete the US pullout from Afghanistan by August 31 depending on cooperation from the Taliban, reports Tolo News. "During a meeting this morning with the G7 leaders, the President conveyed that our mission in Kabul will end based on the achievement of our objectives. He confirmed we are currently on pace to finish by August 31st," White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki said in a statement.
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August - 24 
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on August 24 said that that the situation in Afghanistan is “difficult and alarming,” reports Tolo News. "You know how difficult and alarming the situation in Afghanistan currently is. We are keeping a close eye
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said on August 24 said that that the situation in Afghanistan is “difficult and alarming,” reports Tolo News. "You know how difficult and alarming the situation in Afghanistan currently is. We are keeping a close eye on this situation, actively cooperating with our allies in the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO)," Putin said at a congress of the ruling United Russia party quoted by Tass News Agency. "Naturally, we will not interfere in Afghanistan’s domestic affairs, neither will our armed forces be drawn into this all-against-all conflict. I think this is what is going on there,” Putin further said.
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August - 24 
Taliban’s spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid at a press conference on August 24 said that the Taliban wants to establish good relations with all countries, reports Ariana News. Mujahid also called on “friendly countries” to take the initiative to contact t
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Taliban’s spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid at a press conference on August 24 said that the Taliban wants to establish good relations with all countries, reports Ariana News. Mujahid also called on “friendly countries” to take the initiative to contact the Taliban. When asked about the relationship with China, the spokesman said the Taliban will seek economic ties and friendly relations with China.
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August - 25 
Amidst Taliban control over Afghanistan and its reported impact on Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and drone strikes, the Army and Border Security Force (BSF) organised a synergy conference at the Headquarters of the Western Command in Chandi Mandir in Panc
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Amidst Taliban control over Afghanistan and its reported impact on Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and drone strikes, the Army and Border Security Force (BSF) organised a synergy conference at the Headquarters of the Western Command in Chandi Mandir in Panchkula District of Haryana on August 25, reports Daily Excelsior. Army and BSF were also concerned over takeover of Afghanistan by Taliban and were fully prepared to deal with any kind of challenges on the borders including Taliban.
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August - 25 
Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat on August 25, said the Taliban were the same as 20 years ago, reports Indian Express. He also expressed apprehension that terror activity from Afghanistan could “overflow into India”, while underlining that
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Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat on August 25, said the Taliban were the same as 20 years ago, reports Indian Express. He also expressed apprehension that terror activity from Afghanistan could “overflow into India”, while underlining that India was prepared for that. Rawat said, “Everything that has happened, was something that had been anticipated. Only the timelines have changed… From the Indian perspective we were anticipating a Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. We were concerned about how the terrorist activity from Afghanistan could overflow into India. To that extent our contingency planning had been ongoing and we are prepared for that.”
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August - 25 
On August 25, a militant belonging to the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) surrendered before the Police in Longding District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports East Mojo. According to sources, the surrend
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On August 25, a militant belonging to the Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) surrendered before the Police in Longding District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports East Mojo. According to sources, the surrendered militant, identified as Wangdan Wangham (age 37) of Kamhua Noknu village of Longding District in Arunachal Pradesh, held an important position in the outfit and was allegedly involved in extortion. The militant surrendered one U.S. made pistol, a Chinese hand grenade, and seven bullets.
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August - 25 
A special court for trying Member of Parliament (MP)s-Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA)s offenses acquitted, on August 25, senior Congress leader Ajoy Kumar for lack of evidence in a 10-year-old case pertaining to his alleged links with a leader o
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A special court for trying Member of Parliament (MP)s-Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA)s offenses acquitted, on August 25, senior Congress leader Ajoy Kumar for lack of evidence in a 10-year-old case pertaining to his alleged links with a leader of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), reports The Times of India. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Dineshanand Goswami had registered a case with Sakchi Police Station in Jamshedpur in East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand in July 2011 alleging that Kumar had talked to CPI-Maoist leader, Samarji, and sought the latter’s help in winning the Jamshedpur parliamentary by-election. Goswami had also gave the Police a compact disc purpotedly carrying the record of the conversation between Kumar and the Maoist. The case was transferred from the District Court in Jamshedpur to the special court in Ranchi in September 2020.
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August - 25 
Around 10-15 armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed two members of a family, identified as Chatur alias Chapoy Hembram (60) and his son Arjun Hembram (28), accusing them as ‘Police informers’ holding a 'jan adalat' (p
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Around 10-15 armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed two members of a family, identified as Chatur alias Chapoy Hembram (60) and his son Arjun Hembram (28), accusing them as ‘Police informers’ holding a 'jan adalat' (people's court of the Maoists) at Bajnor Tola under Chakai Police Station area in Jamui District of Bihar late on August 25 night, reports The Times of India. Chatur’s wife Nanhaki Marandi said, both father and son were brutally assaulted with wooden sticks before they were gunned down by the armed squad members. Police recovered the bodies of the deceased, and hand written pamphlets in which the banned outfit warned of a similar action against others working as ‘Police informers’. One live cartridge and a few used cartridges were recovered from the spot. The reason behind the incident is yet to be ascertained, Jamui Superintendent of police (SP), in-charge, Rakesh Kumar said, adding, the bodies were handed over to the family after post-mortem.
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August - 25 
On August 25, Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma said, that all “Taliban sympathizers” in Assam are under the scanner of the Assam Police, reports Northeast Now. This statement came just days after the Assam Police arrested 16 people from diff
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On August 25, Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma said, that all “Taliban sympathizers” in Assam are under the scanner of the Assam Police, reports Northeast Now. This statement came just days after the Assam Police arrested 16 people from different parts of Assam for “supporting Taliban”. Many people in Assam are under the scanner of the Assam Police for “sympathizing Taliban,”said Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The Assam Police has arrested only those individuals “whose social media posts hint at violent intents,” he further added. He also clarified that that social media posts, for which 16 people were arrested, advocated armed struggle. Sixteen people, including an Assam Police constable, a senior leader of the state unit of Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, a medical student and a journalist, were arrested from various districts of Assam on August 20, 21 and 23 for their social media posts supporting the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan. The arrested people have been booked under several sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA Act), Information Technology Act (IT Act) and Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC).
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August - 25 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered a stolen hi-tech power system torch belonging to the railways, VHF wireless set and various items including Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] literature kept hidden underneath the soil in a steel drum by the cadres of t
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered a stolen hi-tech power system torch belonging to the railways, VHF wireless set and various items including Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] literature kept hidden underneath the soil in a steel drum by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Jiling Dugri forest in East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand, reports republicworld.com. Acting on a tip-off, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), M Tamil Vanan constituted a Police team launched a search operation in the forest, and the Police personnel recovered a hi-tech power system torch of South Eastern Railway, wireless set and battery, a switch attached to flash light wire, one set of electronic voltmeter, Naxal literature, one old Naxal uniform, etc., from the steel drum kept hidden underneath the soil in the forest near Maheshpur village under Gurabandha Police Station limits.
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August - 25 
The Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested two persons, identified as Rajender Singh Barnala (22) and Bablu Singh (30), both residents of Barwani District in Madhya Pradesh, who allegedly supplied illegal firearms to Khalistani militants and gangster
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The Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested two persons, identified as Rajender Singh Barnala (22) and Bablu Singh (30), both residents of Barwani District in Madhya Pradesh, who allegedly supplied illegal firearms to Khalistani militants and gangsters across Punjab, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and the national capital, Delhi, reports outlookindia.com on August 26. On August 25, Police got a tip-off that Barnala will come at Karala-Barwala Road in Rohini area in Delhi, along with his associate to supply illegal firearms to his contacts, a senior Police officer said, adding, that a trap was laid and the accused were arrested. Several mobile handsets and SIM cards were also recovered from them. Police said a total of 18 illegal pistols and 60 live cartridges were recovered from their possession. The Police had got inputs that Khalistani militants were in touch with illegal firearms suppliers of Madhya Pradesh, and it was found that the illegal weapon suppliers were active on social media platforms and the radical Khalistani groups and gangsters were also procuring weapons from them using these platforms, Police said. Barnala stated that he and his brother Narender Singh had been supplying firearms in various parts of country, including Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi for past several years. He and his brother also joined social media pages of Khalistan movements and different gangsters across the country. They were using virtual numbers and various apps to remain in contact with their receivers. Barnala's interrogation also revealed that he used to supply illegal weapons to Khalistani militants in Punjab. He disclosed that they used social media and app-based numbers so that their location could not be traced by the Police. The pictures, numbers and rates of illegal fire-arms were sent on different social media apps so that buyers can contact them, Police added.
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August - 25 
Top security officials of India, Brazil and South Africa on August 25, said terrorism, particularly cross-border terror activity carried out through state sponsorship, continues to be the most potent threat to global peace and security, in a veiled r
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Top security officials of India, Brazil and South Africa on August 25, said terrorism, particularly cross-border terror activity carried out through state sponsorship, continues to be the most potent threat to global peace and security, in a veiled reference to Pakistan, reports Indian Express. The issue figured at a virtual meeting of National Security Advisers of the IBSA hosted by NSA Ajit Doval. The IBSA (India, Brazil, South Africa) has emerged as a key tripartite grouping for the promotion of cooperation in a range of areas. It was the first meeting of the NSAs of the member states. The meeting was convened as part of preparations for the next IBSA Summit. India is the current chair of the IBSA. “Participants agreed that terrorism, in particular, cross-border terrorism undertaken through state sponsorship, continues to be the most potent threat to global peace and security and must be fought through united efforts,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement.
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August - 25 
The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) personnel killed seven Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) militants in Kohar Dam area of Loralai District in Balochistan on August 25, reports Samaa TV. According to CTD statement, “The CTD Balochistan got cred
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The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) personnel killed seven Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) militants in Kohar Dam area of Loralai District in Balochistan on August 25, reports Samaa TV. According to CTD statement, “The CTD Balochistan got credible source information that a large group of [proscribed] Balochistan Liberation Front terrorists [is] moving from Afghanistan in the general area of Kohar Dam [in] district Loralai and [they] are planning to attack a sensitive installation”. The CTD conducted an operation at a compound in Kohar Dam. An exchange of fire ensued and seven militants were killed, while three others fled. A cache of weapons was recovered from the compound. Four of the seven dead were identified as Sadam Hussain, Abdul Ghani, Abdul Ahad and Ameer Jan.
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August - 25 
The Election Commission (EC) on August 25 registered and certified both the breakaway factions of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) and Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N), reports The Himalayan Times. The two new parti
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The Election Commission (EC) on August 25 registered and certified both the breakaway factions of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) and Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N), reports The Himalayan Times. The two new parties have now been recognised as Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Socialist (CPN-Unified Socialist) and Democratic Socialist Party-Nepal (DSP-N) respectively. 55 Central Committee members, and 30 lawmakers, including seven National Assembly members of the CPN-UML had verified their signatures. Similarly, 17 Executive Committee members of JSP-N and 14 lawmakers, including one National Assembly member, verified their signatures.
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August - 25 
The Anti-Terrorism Unit (ATU) of Police on August 25 arrested a cadre of Ansar al-Islam from Jagannathpur village in Moulvibazar District of Sylhet Division, Dhaka Tribune. The arrestee was identified as Mohamad Azizur Rahman Jahin (18). One android
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The Anti-Terrorism Unit (ATU) of Police on August 25 arrested a cadre of Ansar al-Islam from Jagannathpur village in Moulvibazar District of Sylhet Division, Dhaka Tribune. The arrestee was identified as Mohamad Azizur Rahman Jahin (18). One android mobile phone, two SIM cards and a large number of extremist books, training and strategy manuals, soft copies of leaflets, preserved videos, printed books and books were recovered from his possession.
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August - 25 
The Anti-Terrorism Unit (ATU) of the Police on August 25 arrested a cadre of the banned Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) in a drive at Sharifpur in Gazipur District of the Dhaka Division, reports New Age. The arrested person is identified as Shariful Isl
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The Anti-Terrorism Unit (ATU) of the Police on August 25 arrested a cadre of the banned Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) in a drive at Sharifpur in Gazipur District of the Dhaka Division, reports New Age. The arrested person is identified as Shariful Islam (19).
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August - 25 
On August 25, a group of priests representing Buddhist, Catholic and Islam denominations said that the senior Police officials who investigated into Easter Sunday attacks are trying to push the investigations and legal work connected to it into racis
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On August 25, a group of priests representing Buddhist, Catholic and Islam denominations said that the senior Police officials who investigated into Easter Sunday attacks are trying to push the investigations and legal work connected to it into racist and religious plane, reports Daily News. “The statement made at a media briefing recently by this group of top Police officials who had been named by the Commission of Inquiry into the Easter Sunday attacks and recommendations made against them, implies that provisions are underway to find them guilty in connection with the Easter Sunday Terror Attacks merely because they are Sinhala Buddhists…We emphatically request relevant authorities to hence, not be shaken in the face of such extremist statements and to carry out investigations and legal work pertaining to the Easter Sunday Terror Attacks fairly and with transparency sans any political influence” they said.
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August - 25 
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed an Advisory Board as per the Section 13 of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), No.48 of 1979, reports Daily News on August 26. The Advisory Board is expected to make recommendations and advise the Preside
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President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed an Advisory Board as per the Section 13 of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), No.48 of 1979, reports Daily News on August 26. The Advisory Board is expected to make recommendations and advise the President on the investigation, release, granting of bail and future action related to the persons imprisoned over terrorist activities and detained under detention orders. The Chairman of the Advisory Board is retired Chief Justice Asoka de Silva and retired high Court Judge A.A.R. Heiyanthuduwa and retired Solicitor General Suhada Gamalath have been appointed as the other members.
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August - 25 
The series of bomb attacks on Easter Sunday in 2019 was not an isolated criminal activity orchestrated by Zahran Hashim and his group within a short period of time, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) C.D. Wickramaratne said on August 25, reports Ada D
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The series of bomb attacks on Easter Sunday in 2019 was not an isolated criminal activity orchestrated by Zahran Hashim and his group within a short period of time, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) C.D. Wickramaratne said on August 25, reports Ada Derana. The IGP further stated that several events that led up to the carnage, including the time bomb attack on a house in Kattankudy, murder of two constables on duty at Vavunativu roadblock, Buddhist status vandalism in Mawanella and recovery of explosives from Wanathawilluwa, indicate that it was pre-planned. Previously, these incidents were probed as isolated incidents and the lack of coordination between the investigating units led to a missed opportunity to reveal the connection between the events. According to the IGP, the previous investigating bodies had also assumed that a self-motivated pro-Islamic State (IS) group in the country had acted independently, without foreign involvement. He added Rs. 365 million in cash and assets belonging to terrorists and aiders and abettors of the deadly attacks have been confiscated so far while cash and property worth Rs. 168 million were banned.
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August - 25 
Taliban cadres assaulted reporter Ziar Yaad and his cameraman Baes Majidi in Haji Yaqoob square in the Shahr-e-Naw area of Kabul city in Kabul Province on August 25, reports Tolo News. The duo works for Tolo News, was filming footage of jobless peop
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Taliban cadres assaulted reporter Ziar Yaad and his cameraman Baes Majidi in Haji Yaqoob square in the Shahr-e-Naw area of Kabul city in Kabul Province on August 25, reports Tolo News. The duo works for Tolo News, was filming footage of jobless people and laborers when the Taliban assaulted them.
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August - 25 
The Taliban have asked Turkey for technical help to run Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul after the departure of foreign forces, reports Tolo News on August 26. The Taliban also insist that Ankara's military also withdraw fully by the end-A
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The Taliban have asked Turkey for technical help to run Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul after the departure of foreign forces, reports Tolo News on August 26. The Taliban also insist that Ankara's military also withdraw fully by the end-August deadline. Two Turkish officials have told Reuters about the conditional request by the Taliban.
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August - 26 
One hardcore Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre Maharaj Pramanik carrying a reward of INR one million surrendered before the Seraikela Police in Seraikela-Kharsawan District of Jharkhand on August 26, reports The Avenue Mail. Pramani
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One hardcore Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre Maharaj Pramanik carrying a reward of INR one million surrendered before the Seraikela Police in Seraikela-Kharsawan District of Jharkhand on August 26, reports The Avenue Mail. Pramanik a resident of Ichagarh Thana (Police Station) area in Seraikela-Kharsawan District was in touch with the State Police intelligence wing and also with District Police for his impending surrender after Maoist outfits had declared him an outsider for helping Police and killing extremists. Pramanik was dismissed from the organization by the CPI-Maoist, and was also removed from the post of ‘zonal member’ after being accused of indulging in anti-organization activities. At the same time, ‘area committee member’ (ACM) Balloon Sardar was also dismissed from the organization. In the press release, Maoist ‘spokesperson’ Ashok had said that Maharaj Pramanik was associated with the CPI-Maoist organization in the year 2009. After about two years, he was made a ‘sub-zonal member’ of the area committee. In 2015, he was elected a member of the Southern Zonal Committee. He was given the responsibility of functioning independently by making him in-charge of Bundu, Chandil subzone.
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August - 26 
Three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Ishfaq Ahmad Dar of Shatpora Mohalla, Langate, Jamsheed Ah Shah of Chak Mohalla, Langate and Javed Ahmad Khan Asthan Mohalla, Langate were arrested by SFs from Langate, Handwar
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Three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Ishfaq Ahmad Dar of Shatpora Mohalla, Langate, Jamsheed Ah Shah of Chak Mohalla, Langate and Javed Ahmad Khan Asthan Mohalla, Langate were arrested by SFs from Langate, Handwara of Baramulla District of J&K on August 26, reports Daily Excelsior. All three OGWs were associated with LeT and were involved in supporting the terrorist activities and they admitted their involvement into the grenade attack at Langate on August 16,said Police. Arms and ammunition were recovered during this incident.
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August - 26 
About 100 members of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) who were released from Afghan prisons by the Taliban, have joined back and the outfit is planning to carry out fresh attacks in India, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir, according to information gathered by
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About 100 members of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) who were released from Afghan prisons by the Taliban, have joined back and the outfit is planning to carry out fresh attacks in India, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir, according to information gathered by security agencies, reports Hindustan Times on August 27.
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August - 26 
Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, carrying a collective reward of INR 600,000 on their heads, surrendered to Security Forces (SFs) in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 26, reports The Pioneer. The surrendered Maoist
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Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, carrying a collective reward of INR 600,000 on their heads, surrendered to Security Forces (SFs) in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on August 26, reports The Pioneer. The surrendered Maoists, identified as Budhra Sodi alias Sodi Bhaskar (32), woman Maoist, Manki Alami (24), Sunder Padami (30) and Boti Mandavi (30), were active in Katekalyan and Amdai area committees of the CPI-Maoist, Dantewada, Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallava said. Sodi was the Katekalyan ‘area committee member’ (ACM)/ ’militia commander-in-chief’, carrying a bounty of INR 500,000 on his head, and was involved in 14 incidents of Naxal [Left Wing extremism, LWE] violence between 2012 to 2020, including blasts of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in which a total of 19 security personnel were killed, and the murder of two village Sarpanch (head of the Panchayat, village level local self-government institution), a Panchayat member, a ‘militia commander’ and two villagers on suspicion that they were ‘Police informers’, Pallava said. Alami was ‘president’ of the Maoist cultural outfit Chetna Natya Madali (CNM), the cultural wing of the CPI-Maoist, and carried a reward of INR 100,000 on her head. Both Sunder and Boti were lower-rung cadres.
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August - 26 
India on August 26 condemned the terrorist attack near a gate of the Kabul Airport that targeted crowds of people hoping to get on flights out of Afghanistan, saying the world needs to stand united against terror, reports Hindustan Times. “India stro
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India on August 26 condemned the terrorist attack near a gate of the Kabul Airport that targeted crowds of people hoping to get on flights out of Afghanistan, saying the world needs to stand united against terror, reports Hindustan Times. “India strongly condemns the bomb blasts in Kabul today. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims of this terrorist attack. Our thoughts and prayers also go out to the injured,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a brief statement. The “attacks reinforce the need for the world to stand unitedly against terrorism and all those who provide sanctuaries to terrorists”, the statement added in an apparent reference to the safe havens enjoyed by the Taliban and other terror groups in Pakistan.
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August - 26 
On August 26, five persons were killed and another one injured after suspected militants, belonging to the Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA), fired indiscriminately at seven trucks and set them ablaze in Dima Hasao District of Assam, reports Hin
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On August 26, five persons were killed and another one injured after suspected militants, belonging to the Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA), fired indiscriminately at seven trucks and set them ablaze in Dima Hasao District of Assam, reports Hindustan Times. According to sources, trucks loaded with cement, coal and other materials, were on their way to a cement factory at Umrangso in Dima Haso District when they were stopped at Diyungbra at around 8.30 PM on Thursday and attacked by the group. A cement factory’s refusal to yield to the DNLA’s extortion demands recently may have probably triggered the attack.
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August - 26 
On August 26, in two separate operations, a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant and a People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant were arrested from Imphal West District in Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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On August 26, in two separate operations, a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant and a People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant were arrested from Imphal West District in Manipur, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 26 
On August 26, Limtu Mossang of Eastern Naga National Government (ENNG) had surrendered at the Miao PS of Changlang District.
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On August 26, Limtu Mossang of Eastern Naga National Government (ENNG) had surrendered at the Miao PS of Changlang District.
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August - 26 
On August 26, one People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant was arrested from Kiyamgei Khongnangkhong in Imphal East District of Manipur, reports E Pao. During a search operation, the arrestee identified as Mayanglambam Jenafa Meet
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On August 26, one People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant was arrested from Kiyamgei Khongnangkhong in Imphal East District of Manipur, reports E Pao. During a search operation, the arrestee identified as Mayanglambam Jenafa Meetei alias Babu was nabbed along with two demand letters signed by Aheiba Angom, self-styled ‘finance secretary’ of PREPAK. Mayanglambam Jenafa Meetei had joined the outfit in 2020 and was presently working under the command of Thoungamba Thoiba of the militant outfit.
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August - 26 
Security Forces (SFs) comprising of Army and Police arrested two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants, identified as Ashfaq Qayoom Tak, resident of village Passerkot Takpur in Chatroo Tehsil (revenue unit) of Kishtwar District and Tousif Giri of Pochhal
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Security Forces (SFs) comprising of Army and Police arrested two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants, identified as Ashfaq Qayoom Tak, resident of village Passerkot Takpur in Chatroo Tehsil (revenue unit) of Kishtwar District and Tousif Giri of Pochhal in Kishtwar District from forest area of Pingal in Chatroo of Kishtwar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) during a raid based on information on August 26, reports Daily Excelsior. One pistol with one magazine and 20 rounds, one grenade, one empty AK-47 magazine, two wireless sets, one wireless antenna and letter pads of HM’s Doda division. The arrested militants were hatching conspiracy to carry out terror attacks under the jurisdiction of Chatroo Police Station, said officials.
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August - 26 
One Army personnel and one militant was killed in cross firing at border checkpost in Lower Dir District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 26, reports Geo TV. "Terrorists from inside Afghanistan across the international border, opened fire on a milita
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One Army personnel and one militant was killed in cross firing at border checkpost in Lower Dir District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 26, reports Geo TV. "Terrorists from inside Afghanistan across the international border, opened fire on a military post in Lower Dir District. Own troops responded in a befitting manner," read a statement by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). According to ISPR, intelligence intercepts showed that one militant was killed and two to three others were injured. The statement added that due to the firing by the militants, Havaldar Gul Ameer (36), a resident of Lakki Marwat District, got critically injured and later succumbed to injuries during treatment at a hospital.
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August - 26 
Three Levies personnel were killed and as many injured when their vehicle hit a landmine near Mangi Dam in Ziarat District of Balochistan on August 26, reports Dawn. According to Provincial Government spokesperson Liaquat Shahwani, the dead personnel
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Three Levies personnel were killed and as many injured when their vehicle hit a landmine near Mangi Dam in Ziarat District of Balochistan on August 26, reports Dawn. According to Provincial Government spokesperson Liaquat Shahwani, the dead personnel included a Risaldar Major, Havaldar and a sepoy. The three injured were all sepoys. Security sources said four labourers working at Mangi Dam were kidnapped by unidentified armed suspects. The Levies party was travelling to the area to get the workers released when it hit the landmine.
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August - 26 
Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Socialist (CPN-Unified Socialist) Chairman Madhav Kumar Nepal on August 26 said that his party will join the coalition Government, reports The Himalayan Times. In the first media conference organised by his party afte
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Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Socialist (CPN-Unified Socialist) Chairman Madhav Kumar Nepal on August 26 said that his party will join the coalition Government, reports The Himalayan Times. In the first media conference organised by his party after getting a letter of certificate from the Election Commission (EC) of Nepal on August 25, Nepal said "Our party CPN (Unified Socialist) will cooperate with all the leftist-democratic parties. We will continue to extend cooperation to the Nepali Congress, Maoist Centre and Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal." Stating that his party would be devoted to the welfare of the country and people, Nepal argued that his party wouldn't be confined to petty interests and ill-practices. On the occasion, he pledged to work for nationality, democratic republic and people's interests, adding that his party would run in line with the revolutionary spirit that would firmly grasp the aspirations of people and activists.
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August - 26 
Counter-Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) on August 26 arrested a female cadre of militant outfit Ansar al-Islam from Badda area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The arrestee is identified as Zobaida S
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Counter-Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) on August 26 arrested a female cadre of militant outfit Ansar al-Islam from Badda area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The arrestee is identified as Zobaida Siddiqua Nabila (19). Preliminary investigations revealed Nabila maintained two Facebook accounts, one ChirpWire account and four Telegram accounts. Her four Telegram accounts have more than 15 channels and 25,000 followers. Many violent jihadi propaganda books were uploaded at different times in these channels, said CTTC officials.
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August - 26 August - 27
The death toll in the suicide attack at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul has reached at 214, reports Wall Street Journal on August 27. It includes 200 Afghan nationals,13 United States (US) servicemen and the suicide bomber. Earlier, Sout
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The death toll in the suicide attack at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul has reached at 214, reports Wall Street Journal on August 27. It includes 200 Afghan nationals,13 United States (US) servicemen and the suicide bomber. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported 73 fatalities, including 13 US servicemen. The toll subsequently rose to 170.
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August - 26 
Acting Minister of Culture and Information Zabiullah Mujahid said that there remains no incentive for any blast or attack once foreign forces leave Afghanistan, reports Khamma News on August 27. Zabiullah Mujahid also a Taliban spokesperson said this
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Acting Minister of Culture and Information Zabiullah Mujahid said that there remains no incentive for any blast or attack once foreign forces leave Afghanistan, reports Khamma News on August 27. Zabiullah Mujahid also a Taliban spokesperson said this in an interview with Radio Free of Afghanistan. “Once the foreign forces leave Afghanistan, we assure that there will not by any attack, no group will be allowed to carry out such attacks or threaten the security of other countries using Afghanistan’s soil.” said Mujahid.
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August - 26 August - 27
An Afghan Health Ministry official on August 27 informed that the death toll from the twin bombing attack had reached at least 170, the vast majority of the victims being Afghans, reports CBS News. The victims also include 13 American soldiers. Earli
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An Afghan Health Ministry official on August 27 informed that the death toll from the twin bombing attack had reached at least 170, the vast majority of the victims being Afghans, reports CBS News. The victims also include 13 American soldiers. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported 73 fatalities, including 13 (US) United States servicemen, in a complex attack involving suicide bombing with gunfire at Abbey Gate near Hamid Karzai International Airport and one more explosion at or near the Baron Hotel in Kabul city
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August - 26 
Two suicide bombers and a gunman killed at least 60 Afghan civilians and 13 United States (US) soldiers when they attacked one of the main entrances to Hamid Karzai international airport in Kabul city of Kabul Province on August 26, reports The Guard
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Two suicide bombers and a gunman killed at least 60 Afghan civilians and 13 United States (US) soldiers when they attacked one of the main entrances to Hamid Karzai international airport in Kabul city of Kabul Province on August 26, reports The Guardian. Later, Islamic State-Khorasan Province (ISKP) via its official Amaq news agency claimed responsibility and identified one of the suicide bombers as Abdul Rahman al-Logari. Tolo News adds Pentagon's press secretary John Kirby, saying, "We can confirm that the explosion at the Abbey Gate was the result of a complex attack that resulted in a number of US and civilian casualties. We can also confirm at least one other explosion at or near the Baron Hotel, a short distance from Abbey Gate. We will continue to update.”
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August - 26 
United States (US) Central Command chief General Kenneth McKenzie on August 26 said that intelligence had revealed that Kabul’s Hamid Karzai International Airport remains vulnerable, reports CBS News. Central Command chief General Kenneth McKenzie sa
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United States (US) Central Command chief General Kenneth McKenzie on August 26 said that intelligence had revealed that Kabul’s Hamid Karzai International Airport remains vulnerable, reports CBS News. Central Command chief General Kenneth McKenzie said that other, "very real" terrorist threats, including plans for rocket attacks, and even larger suicide car or truck bombings.
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August - 26 
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, while speaking at the Oath Taking and Arms Presentation ceremony for the graduates of the 67th Basic Training Course of the Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF) on August 26, has stated that exchange of intelligence
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President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, while speaking at the Oath Taking and Arms Presentation ceremony for the graduates of the 67th Basic Training Course of the Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF) on August 26, has stated that exchange of intelligence is extremely important at a time where the world is facing many challenges in the form of terrorism and extremism both regionally and internationally, reports Sun Online. President Solih further noted that a system for exchange of terrorism-related intelligence between intelligence agencies in the Maldives, as required under the Counter-Terrorism Act, had been established on August 17, 2021. “This is a time where the world is facing many challenges, regionally and internationally, in the form of terrorism and extremism. It is the responsibility of the armed forces to protect the legal administration from any threats or harm that may occur to disrupt the system… The highest objective of every MNDF official should be none other than to protect our nation and the faith of Islam,” he had said.
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August - 27 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) special court in Mohali District in Punjab on August 27 framed charges against nine activists of the Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) in a September 2019 arms drop case from across the Pakistan border using d
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) special court in Mohali District in Punjab on August 27 framed charges against nine activists of the Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) in a September 2019 arms drop case from across the Pakistan border using drone, reports Hindustan Times. Special NIA judge Karunesh Kumar framed charges against KLF activists Akashdeep Singh alias Akash Sandhu, Balwant Singh, Shubhdeep Singh, Sajanpreet Singh, Roman Deep Singh, all residents of Tarn Taran, Balbir Singh, Harbhajan Singh, Gurdev Singh of Hoshiarpur, and Man Singh of Gurdaspur under Sections 120-B, 121, 121-A, 122 489 B, 489 C, 379 and 411 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and under Sections 13, 16, 17, 18, 18-B, 23 and 38 of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), Sections 25, 1A, 25-(1) (A), 25 (1) (b) (a) (f) (g) and 27 (2) of the Arms Act and Section 4 and 5 of the Explosives Act. The case was adjourned till September 19 for evidences to be produced by the government agency. According to the NIA, KLF ‘chief’ Ranjit Singh and Gurmeet Singh alias Baga, are the main accused in the case. The arms and ammunition dropped by drone was received on the Indian side by the nine accused against whom the charges have been framed. Before the NIA took over the case, the case was being handled by Punjab Police special operations cell.
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August - 27 
Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) planned successive drone attacks in J&K on June 27, according to intelligence agencies, reports Hindustan Times on August 27. However, the second mission failed after the J&K Police arrested Nadeem-ul-Haq, a resident of Ramban,
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Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) planned successive drone attacks in J&K on June 27, according to intelligence agencies, reports Hindustan Times on August 27. However, the second mission failed after the J&K Police arrested Nadeem-ul-Haq, a resident of Ramban, when he was returning after picking up a 5.5 kilogram Improvised Explosive Device (IED) dropped by another drone in Jammu District of J&K. The intelligence agencies have established a link between the two incidents through the audio intercept of LeT handlers in which they can be heard bragging about the success of the first mission (IAF base attack) while vowing to take care of the second mission at a later stage.
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August - 27 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered 9 Live Rounds and 46 empty cases of 7.62 mm of AK 47 Rifle in an envelope on the roadside at Tawheed Gunj area of Old Town in Baramulla District of J&K on August 27 during a search operation, reports Greater Kashmir.
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered 9 Live Rounds and 46 empty cases of 7.62 mm of AK 47 Rifle in an envelope on the roadside at Tawheed Gunj area of Old Town in Baramulla District of J&K on August 27 during a search operation, reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 27 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a supplementary charge sheet against seven arrested accused, identified as Showkat Salam Parray of Sumbal in Bandipora District, Asif Gul of Kanispora in Baramulla District, Altaf Ahmed Shah of Dange
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a supplementary charge sheet against seven arrested accused, identified as Showkat Salam Parray of Sumbal in Bandipora District, Asif Gul of Kanispora in Baramulla District, Altaf Ahmed Shah of Dangerpora in Ganderbal District, Romesh Kumar of Vijaypur in Samba District, Mudasir Ahmed Dar of Wanduna in Shopian District, Amin Allai alias Hilal of Bijbehera in Anantnag District and Abdul Rashid of Tanghdhar in Kupwara District in a narco-militancy case related to the recovery of over INR two million and two kilogrammes heroin from a vehicle in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in 2020, reports Kashmir Observer on August 28. The investigation has established that the seven charge-sheeted persons were part of a deep-rooted conspiracy for procuring and selling narcotics drugs and generating funds in J&K and other parts of India in close association with militant outfits Lashkar-e- Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) based across the border in Pakistan, said NIA spokesperson.
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August - 27 
A People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant identified as Yumkhaibam Lukhoi was arrested from Yairipok Thambalnu Keithel area in Imphal East District of Manipur on August 27, reports E Pao. During a frisking and checking operation,
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A People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant identified as Yumkhaibam Lukhoi was arrested from Yairipok Thambalnu Keithel area in Imphal East District of Manipur on August 27, reports E Pao. During a frisking and checking operation, the militant was nabbed along with a 9mm pistol along with five live bullets. Lukhoi who had joined the outfit in 2017 was currently working under self-styled ‘second lieutenant’ Paikhomba of the outfit.
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August - 27 
Four persons were arrested with a cache of arms and ammunition at Gharialdubi village of Bokajan town in Karbi Anglong District on August 27, reports East Mojo. The arrestees have been identified as Raju Ghatowar, Krishna Orang, Lokesh Kangari and Ro
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Four persons were arrested with a cache of arms and ammunition at Gharialdubi village of Bokajan town in Karbi Anglong District on August 27, reports East Mojo. The arrestees have been identified as Raju Ghatowar, Krishna Orang, Lokesh Kangari and Robert. Security Forces seized a .22 rifle, a 9 mm pistol, two .22 pistols, a Chinese grenade, a country-made grenade and several rounds of ammunition, besides magazines. Investigation is in process to ascertain whether they were part of any militant group.
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August - 27 
On August 27, a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant was arrested from Yairipok village in Thoubal District of Manipur, reports Northeast Now. Arms and ammunition including one 9 mm pistol along with magazine and five rounds o
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On August 27, a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant was arrested from Yairipok village in Thoubal District of Manipur, reports Northeast Now. Arms and ammunition including one 9 mm pistol along with magazine and five rounds of ammunition was recovered from the arrestee
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August - 27 
Police arrested two surrendered Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants identified as Mohd Shafi alias Haroon Rashid of Dewal Doga and Bashir Ahmed alias Rashad of Neoch Mahore of Reasi District from Dewal area of Reasi District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K)
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Police arrested two surrendered Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants identified as Mohd Shafi alias Haroon Rashid of Dewal Doga and Bashir Ahmed alias Rashad of Neoch Mahore of Reasi District from Dewal area of Reasi District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 27, reports Daily Excelsior. Both of them are absconding for the last 10 years.
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August - 27 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘divisional committee member’ (DVCM), East Division, Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC), Ekkanti Seetharam Reddy aka Naganna (65), surrendered before Police Commissioner, Vishnu S. W
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘divisional committee member’ (DVCM), East Division, Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC), Ekkanti Seetharam Reddy aka Naganna (65), surrendered before Police Commissioner, Vishnu S. Warrier, in Khammam District of Telangana on August 27, reports The Hindu. Naganna, a native of Chintiryala in Aswapuram Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Bhadradri-Kothagudem District, was closely associated with the Radical Student Organisation (RSU) while studying in Government Polytechnic College at Masab Tank in Hyderabad during early 1970s. He joined the then People’s War Group (PWG) as a member of Bhadrachalam area dalam (armed squad) in 1981 and a year later elevated as a ‘commander’ of the squad, and subsequently worked in Shabari, Venkatapuram and Rampachodavaram dalams. In 1985, he was arrested by Donelankapalem Police and lodged in Rajahmundry Central Jail for more than two years. On his release on bail, he returned to his native village in 1988 where he lived for three years before rejoining the outlawed outfit in 1992, and worked in the Ranganna dalam of Malkangiri Area in Odisha up to 1999. Between 1999 and 2002 he was active in Pampuluru area as ‘area committee Member’ (ACM), and in 2002, he was shifted to East Area Committee in the AOB area. Later, he was promoted to the position of DVCM of Malkangiri East Division in 2008, and taught political classes to the party cadres in the AOB area for more than a decade. He left the party and stayed at the houses of party sympathisers in the AOB area due to age-related illness and various other health issues, Police said.
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August - 27 
United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) leader Paresh Baruah has asked the Arunachal Pradesh Government to grant permanent residence certificates (PRCs) to the Assamese people residing in the State for ages, reports The Hindu on August 2
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United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) leader Paresh Baruah has asked the Arunachal Pradesh Government to grant permanent residence certificates (PRCs) to the Assamese people residing in the State for ages, reports The Hindu on August 28. ULFA-I commander-in-chief Paresh Baruah, in a letter to Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, said the Assamese people had been denied their right to obtain PRCs despite living in the frontier State for generations, even before the North East Frontier Agency came into existence in 1951.The area under this agency became Arunachal Pradesh.“ Arunachal Pradesh has always been kind to its Assamese-speaking community over the years. However, Assamese speakers, who are natives of the land… are now in danger of expatriation,” Baruah said in the letter.
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August - 27 
A Frontier Corps (FC) personnel, identified as Muhammad Aslam, was killed and three others were injured in a bomb attack by unidentified militants when the FC vehicle was passing through the Guargu area of Panjgur District in Balochistan on August 2
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A Frontier Corps (FC) personnel, identified as Muhammad Aslam, was killed and three others were injured in a bomb attack by unidentified militants when the FC vehicle was passing through the Guargu area of Panjgur District in Balochistan on August 27, reports Dawn.
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August - 27 
Director General (DG) of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Major General Babar Iftikhar addressed an important press briefing on the Afghanistan issue on August 27, saying that "something can happen" at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border but "we ar
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Director General (DG) of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Major General Babar Iftikhar addressed an important press briefing on the Afghanistan issue on August 27, saying that "something can happen" at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border but "we are ready" for all sorts of situations, reports Geo TV. Speaking about the situation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border from a military perspective, he said that the situation on the ground in Afghanistan changed rapidly — against all expectations, in reference to the swift takeover of the country by Taliban on August 15. Apprehensions were always there but, despite all that, the situation along the border is "normal" and "under control" as no untoward incident took place at the border or inside the country, he said. "We have taken every possible step to maintain security at the border and every movement is under control there. But this does not mean that nothing can happen, something can happen, but we are prepared; it is not that we will be unaware of that," Major General Babar Iftikhar added.
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August - 27 
Security Forces (SFs) killed one militant during an intelligence-based operation in Spinwam area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 27, reports Geo TV. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said SFs conducted the operat
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Security Forces (SFs) killed one militant during an intelligence-based operation in Spinwam area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 27, reports Geo TV. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said SFs conducted the operation in Spinwam area where the militant was killed during intense firing. Arms and ammunition recovered from the possession of the dead militant.
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August - 27 
Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Socialist (CPN-Unified Socialist) on August 27 formed a High Command to elect Ministers for Government, reports Khabarhub. Chairman Madav Kumar Nepal, senior leader Jhana Nath Khanal, Mukunda Neupane, Beduram Bhusal a
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Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Socialist (CPN-Unified Socialist) on August 27 formed a High Command to elect Ministers for Government, reports Khabarhub. Chairman Madav Kumar Nepal, senior leader Jhana Nath Khanal, Mukunda Neupane, Beduram Bhusal and Pramosh Hamal are in the High Command. Preparations are underway to give six to seven Ministries to the Madhav Kumar-led CPN-Unified Socialist.
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August - 27 
Taliban militants on August 27 shot dead musician Fawad Andarabi in Andarab District in Baghlan Province, reports Tolo News.
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Taliban militants on August 27 shot dead musician Fawad Andarabi in Andarab District in Baghlan Province, reports Tolo News.
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August - 27 
United States on August 27 claims to have killed two Islamic State-Khorasan Province in a drone strike in Nangarhar Province, reports Tolo News. The strike comes a day after a complex attack killed over 170 people, including 13 US soldiers, outside o
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United States on August 27 claims to have killed two Islamic State-Khorasan Province in a drone strike in Nangarhar Province, reports Tolo News. The strike comes a day after a complex attack killed over 170 people, including 13 US soldiers, outside of Kabul international airport.
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August - 28 
The Balaghat Police are on high alert as a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) letter has been found in the Bhave forest in Balaghat District of Madhya Pradesh on August 28, reports The Free Press Journal. The special zonal committee of Mah
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The Balaghat Police are on high alert as a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) letter has been found in the Bhave forest in Balaghat District of Madhya Pradesh on August 28, reports The Free Press Journal. The special zonal committee of Maharashtra-Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh has released the letter, stating that the martyrdom of the comrades killed in Police encounters would not go in vain, and the neo-democratic revolution movement would be continued. Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Tiwari has confirmed that the letter of CPI-Maoist has been found, and said that the Police are on high alert and have been searching for their movement. Notably, there have been several movements of Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] activity reported in the Balaghat District. According to the reports, pamphlets and posters are usually seen in the forests for motivating Maoism.
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August - 28 
A Chhattisgarh-based woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, who is suffering from anaemia, gave up herself before the Police in border town of Cherla in Bhadrachalam Agency in Bhadradri-Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 28
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A Chhattisgarh-based woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, who is suffering from anaemia, gave up herself before the Police in border town of Cherla in Bhadrachalam Agency in Bhadradri-Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 28, reports The Hindu. Muski Budri alias BR (30), a Maoist dalam (armed squad) member, and a native of Rampur village in Usur Tehsil (revenue unit) in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh, surrendered before Bhadrachalam, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), G Vineeth at Cherla Police Station limits on Saturday (August 28) afternoon, Police said. She had earlier worked as a guard in the protection team of the CPI-Maoist Telangana State committee ‘secretary’ Haribhushan alias Yapa Narayana, who died of COVID-19-induced cardiac arrest in Dandakaranya forest region in Bastar division of Chhattisgarh in June this year, the Police added. She used to carry a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR) while working in the armed squad of proscribed outfit. Her husband Somadal alias Naresh is working as an ‘area committee member’ (ACM) in the CPI-Maoist in south Bastar region.
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August - 28 
A Hizb-ut-Tahrir (HuT) terrorist, identified as Jahangir Biswas, has been arrested by the Border Security Force (BSF) from North 24 Paraganas District of West Bengal on August 28, reports The Shillong Times. He suspectedly had plans for a blast in a
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A Hizb-ut-Tahrir (HuT) terrorist, identified as Jahangir Biswas, has been arrested by the Border Security Force (BSF) from North 24 Paraganas District of West Bengal on August 28, reports The Shillong Times. He suspectedly had plans for a blast in a temple in Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Police said. Acting on a tip off by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), the 153rd battalion of BSF that was in-charge of guarding the Gojhadanga border — one of the most sensitive Indo-Bangladesh borders, arrested him. NIA sources said that although Biswas was associated with HuT, originally, he is a member of banned Bangladeshi terror outfit, Jamaat-e-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB). According to sources in the local Police, Biswas, a resident of Nagaon Purbapara in Satkhira District of Bangladesh, entered India illegally around eight years back. After that for some time he was hiding in Chennai and was working there as a civil contractor. NIA, came to know that Biswas along with some other people were planning a blast in a temple in Chennai.
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August - 28 
The “rule of the Caliphate in India” is among the lofty ideological goals associated with the Islamic State -Khorasan Province (ISIS-KP) are planning to indulge in, sources in intelligence agencies have said, tribuneindia.com reports on August 29. Te
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The “rule of the Caliphate in India” is among the lofty ideological goals associated with the Islamic State -Khorasan Province (ISIS-KP) are planning to indulge in, sources in intelligence agencies have said, tribuneindia.com reports on August 29. Terrorists associated with IS-KP, the sources said, had secured a strong foothold in Afghanistan after the country fell into the hands of Taliban. They said these elements had started working on their plan to export jihad to Central Asia and later to India. Intelligence inputs suggested that the IS-KP leadership was now planning to recruit youngsters and carry out terror strikes. “On top of their ideological agenda is to establish the rule of the Caliphate, including in India,” the sources said.
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August - 28 
Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid on August 28 said that the issue of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is one that the Pakistan Government must resolve, not Afghanistan, reports Geo TV. Mujahid's remarks came during an interview with Geo News
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Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid on August 28 said that the issue of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is one that the Pakistan Government must resolve, not Afghanistan, reports Geo TV. Mujahid's remarks came during an interview with Geo News on programme "Jirga", aired on August 28-night. Show host Saleem Safi asked the spokesman if the Taliban will speak to the TTP to not engage in conflict with Pakistan. In response, Mujahid said that "the future government will have the rightful say about this. However, our principal stance is that we will not allow the use of our soil by anyone for destroying peace in someone else's country." He said that if the TTP consider the Afghan Taliban as their leaders, "they will have to listen to them, whether they like it or not". "The issue of the TTP is one that Pakistan will have to deal with, not Afghanistan. It is up to Pakistan, and Pakistani ulema and religious figures, not the Taliban, to decide on the legitimacy or illegitimacy of their war and to formulate a strategy in response", Taliban spokesman added.
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August - 28 
Three militants of an undisclosed banned outfit were arrested by Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Dharampura area of Lahore, the provincial capital of Punjab, on August 28, reports The Nation. As per
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Three militants of an undisclosed banned outfit were arrested by Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Dharampura area of Lahore, the provincial capital of Punjab, on August 28, reports The Nation. As per the CTD spokesperson, the apprehended militants were identified as Rizwan, Abdul Qayyum and Muhammad Arif. It has been further revealed by the CTD spokesperson that the militants were planning to attack security agencies. IEDs, two hand grenades, a pistol and other explosive material have been recovered from the possession of the militants.
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August - 28 
Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal on August 28 said that there is no existence of Taliban and militants in Bangladesh, reports The Daily Star. He said “There are many small groups in the country. But they have no capacity to create chaos. Banglade
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Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal on August 28 said that there is no existence of Taliban and militants in Bangladesh, reports The Daily Star. He said “There are many small groups in the country. But they have no capacity to create chaos. Bangladesh is a country of peace. Taliban have come to power in Afghanistan and Kabul is located far from Bangladesh. So, it has no effect in Bangladesh.”
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August - 28 
On August 28, press secretary Jen Psaki said that the US and international partners have yet to recognize the Taliban, reports Tolo News. “There is no rush for recognition of any sort by the United States or any international partners we have talked
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On August 28, press secretary Jen Psaki said that the US and international partners have yet to recognize the Taliban, reports Tolo News. “There is no rush for recognition of any sort by the United States or any international partners we have talked to,” Psaki said in response to a reporter's question. However, Psaki said the United States is coordinating with the Taliban to evacuate US nationals and eligible Afghans to third countries even after the August 31 deadline. Psaki added that US troops will leave Kabul airport by August 31.
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August - 28 
Afghan leaders, including Atta Mohammad Noor and Abdul Rashid Dostum, are plan to meet within weeks to form a new front for holding negotiations on the country’s next Government with the Taliban, reports Arina News on August 29. “We prefer to negotia
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Afghan leaders, including Atta Mohammad Noor and Abdul Rashid Dostum, are plan to meet within weeks to form a new front for holding negotiations on the country’s next Government with the Taliban, reports Arina News on August 29. “We prefer to negotiate collectively, because it is not that the problem of Afghanistan will be solved just by one of us,” Khalid Noor, (27), son of Atta Mohammad Noor, told Reuters in an interview from an undisclosed location.
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August - 29 
Intelligence Agencies have told security apparatus in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) that Talha Ali Saif, on the directions of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) operational chief identified as Rauf Asghar, has deputed Mufti Ilyas Kashmiri as operational in charge for
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Intelligence Agencies have told security apparatus in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) that Talha Ali Saif, on the directions of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) operational chief identified as Rauf Asghar, has deputed Mufti Ilyas Kashmiri as operational in charge for Kashmir region and Qari Jarar as operational in charge for Jammu region. The main objective of these two new incharges deputed by JeM is to increase infiltration attempts in the coming 2-3 months, reports Republic on August 30.
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August - 29 
On August 29, one civil wing cadre of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and four other individuals was arrested from Kukidolong Village of Dimapur District in Nagaland tweets Assam Rifles. Counterfeit Burmese goods wo
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On August 29, one civil wing cadre of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and four other individuals was arrested from Kukidolong Village of Dimapur District in Nagaland tweets Assam Rifles. Counterfeit Burmese goods worth INR 20,00,000 was seized from their possession.
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August - 29 
Security Forces (SFs) launched a search operation in Mandi and Bela areas of Rajouri town in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) following some specific intelligence inputs on intervening night of August 28-29 and continued till August 29, re
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Security Forces (SFs) launched a search operation in Mandi and Bela areas of Rajouri town in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) following some specific intelligence inputs on intervening night of August 28-29 and continued till August 29, reports Greater Kashmir.
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August - 29 
To prevent youngsters from joining Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] ranks, the Madhya Pradesh Government is planning to launch various development works and the recruitment drive for the Police and other departments in the Communist Party of India-Ma
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To prevent youngsters from joining Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] ranks, the Madhya Pradesh Government is planning to launch various development works and the recruitment drive for the Police and other departments in the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)-hit Balaghat District, Chief Minister (CM), Shivraj Singh Chouhan said in a meeting with the officials in Balaghat District on August 29, reports latestly.com. CM Chouhan directed the officials to prepare block-wise schemes to check Naxal activities in the District. “These schemes will speed up development and ensure employment for local youths. Special attention should be paid to road connectivity, irrigation and employment in the villages falling under the Naxal-affected development blocks. Forest rights should be given to the eligible people on priority,” he said. CM Chouhan also lauded Police officials for curbing Naxal activities in the area and said the Government is mooting to recruit youths in the Police and other departments in the District.
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August - 29 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) village committee members, identified as Sodi Tirupati and Uke Venkatesh, surrendered to the Police at Cherla Police Station in Bhadradri-Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 29, reports Telangan
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) village committee members, identified as Sodi Tirupati and Uke Venkatesh, surrendered to the Police at Cherla Police Station in Bhadradri-Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 29, reports Telangana Today. Being sympathisers of the Maoist party, both Sodi and Uke of Kamalapuram village in Cherla Mandal (administrative sub-division) in the Bhadradri-Kothagudem District, were serving as couriers to dalam (armed squad) members and as the village committee members for the past three years. They did not like to work for the Maoists and were inspired by the militia and village committee members, who surrendered to Police and were living a peaceful life, Cherla Circle Inspector (CI) Boddu Ashok said.
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August - 29 
Two Army soldiers and two terrorists were killed during an exchange of fire with terrorists from across the Afghan border in Bajaur District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 29, reports Dawn. "Terrorists from inside Afghanistan across the internationa
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Two Army soldiers and two terrorists were killed during an exchange of fire with terrorists from across the Afghan border in Bajaur District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 29, reports Dawn. "Terrorists from inside Afghanistan across the international border opened fire on a military post in Bajaur district," the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, adding that Pakistani troops had responded in a befitting manner. "As per intelligence reports, due to [the] fire of Pakistan Army troops, two terrorists got killed and three to four terrorists got injured," read the statement. The dead soldiers were identified as Sepoy Jamal (28) from Mardan District and Sepoy Ayaz (21) from Chitral District.
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August - 29 
The Election Commission (EC) on August 29 notified the elected representatives in the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) and Janata Samajbadi Party (JSP) to decide which party to choose by September 7, reports Khabarhub. Citi
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The Election Commission (EC) on August 29 notified the elected representatives in the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) and Janata Samajbadi Party (JSP) to decide which party to choose by September 7, reports Khabarhub. Citing that new parties CPN-Unified Socialist and Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) have been formed from the official split of CPN-UML and JSP respectively, EC has given the September 7 deadline for the lawmakers to choose the party of their interest.
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August - 29 
United States (US) officials said that an airstrike on August 29 targeted a vehicle carrying “multiple suicide bombers” from Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) before the terrorists could target the ongoing American military evacuation at Kabul
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United States (US) officials said that an airstrike on August 29 targeted a vehicle carrying “multiple suicide bombers” from Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) before the terrorists could target the ongoing American military evacuation at Kabul’s Hamid Karzai International airport, reports Tolo News. There were few initial details about the incident, adds the media outlet.
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August - 29 
At least six persons were killed in a rocket attack near Kabul Airport in Kabul city in Kabul Province on August 29, reports India Today. The rocket hit a residential house in the Gulai area of Khajeh Baghra near the airport in Kabul's 11th security
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At least six persons were killed in a rocket attack near Kabul Airport in Kabul city in Kabul Province on August 29, reports India Today. The rocket hit a residential house in the Gulai area of Khajeh Baghra near the airport in Kabul's 11th security district.
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August - 29 
Local residents say that the Taliban has cut telecommunication networks in the Panjshir Province for the past two days, reports Tolo News on August 30. Panjshir residents also added that the Taliban has closed roads and other routes leading to Panjsh
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Local residents say that the Taliban has cut telecommunication networks in the Panjshir Province for the past two days, reports Tolo News on August 30. Panjshir residents also added that the Taliban has closed roads and other routes leading to Panjshir valley and that food prices have skyrocketed in the Province. Panjshir Valley is home to the National Resistance Front led by Ahmed Massod and Acting President Amrullah Saleh that remain opposed to the Taliban takeover of the country. National Resistance Front and Taliban have entered into a dialogue without any tangible results.
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August - 29 
United States (US) troops have begun their withdrawal from Kabul airport, the Pentagon, reports Khamma News. After an US official told Reuters there were fewer than 4,000 troops left at the airport, Pentagon spokesperson John Kirby confirmed to repor
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United States (US) troops have begun their withdrawal from Kabul airport, the Pentagon, reports Khamma News. After an US official told Reuters there were fewer than 4,000 troops left at the airport, Pentagon spokesperson John Kirby confirmed to reporters at a briefing that the withdrawal had begun. He declined to say how many service members remained.
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August - 30 
On August 30, an illegal mess and living barrack belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R), at general area at Chekiye village of Dimapur District in Nagaland was raided and sealed, reports East Mojo. According to
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On August 30, an illegal mess and living barrack belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R), at general area at Chekiye village of Dimapur District in Nagaland was raided and sealed, reports East Mojo. According to sources, seven of NSCN-R cadres who were using the mess and barrack as a base for illegal activities, were arrested and later released after giving due warning to the group for violating the Ceasefire Ground Rules (CFGR). The Ministry of Information and Publicity (MIP) of NSCN-R, through a press release, condemned the “arbitrary raid” by the Security Forces at the residence of its Finance Minister, Khekato in the wee hours on Monday. It said that the raid was conducted at around 2AM which caused “much chaos, fuss and fear psychosis in and around the vicinity, besides causing much harassment and mental affliction upon the family members including minor children.” The misadventures of the Assam Rifles (AR), Security Forces (SF) should stop “immediately by all means” and that the silence of the NSCN-R should not be taken as weakness, it added. It also said that the patience of the NSCN-R is just to observe the “spirit and sanctity” of the CFGR, further adding that the desire for peace should not be misconstrued as “cowardice or submission.” Although the NSCN-R sources acknowledged the Security Forces for handing back the seven cadres unharmed, it claimed that the residences of the NSCN-R leaders where some cadres reside cannot be treated as an illegal mess or barracks.
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August - 30 
On August 30, one over ground worker (OGW) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and one over ground worker (OGW) of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Kitovi-Neopak (NSCN-KN) was arrested from Thahekhu Village of Di
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On August 30, one over ground worker (OGW) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and one over ground worker (OGW) of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Kitovi-Neopak (NSCN-KN) was arrested from Thahekhu Village of Dimapur District in Nagaland, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 30 
Security Forces (SFs) foiled major infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch sector of Poonch District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 30, by killing two foreign militants, one of whom was believed to be a top ‘commander’ of
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Security Forces (SFs) foiled major infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch sector of Poonch District in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 30, by killing two foreign militants, one of whom was believed to be a top ‘commander’ of Lashkar-e- Toiba (LeT), reports Daily Excelsior. SFs observed movement of a group of militants on the LoC from Chirkoot area of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and challenged them and later recovered arms, ammunition and explosives, which includes two AK-47 rifles from the location. The operation was still in progress in the area and that a search operation was going on to track remaining militants who were part of the group that was trying to infiltrate from across the LoC, adds Greater Kashmir.
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested in Bijapur and Dantewada Districts in Chhattisgarh, reports The Pioneer. Two of the Maoists identified as Ramesh Hemla (20) and Arjun Punem (19) were arrested in Bijapur District
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested in Bijapur and Dantewada Districts in Chhattisgarh, reports The Pioneer. Two of the Maoists identified as Ramesh Hemla (20) and Arjun Punem (19) were arrested in Bijapur District on August 31, Superintendent of Police (SP), Kamlochan Kashyap said, adding, that the duos were arrested by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Police from the forests of Cherpal- Padera. A detonator was recovered from them. In the other incident, Linga Mandavi (25), a Maoist militia member in Badegudra, carrying a reward of INR 10,000 on his head, was arrested by the District Reserve Guards (DRG) and the District Force from Badegudra village in Dantewada District on August 30.
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August - 30 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres active in the Amdai area committee of the CPI-Maoist surrendered to Police in Dantewada District on August 30, reports The Pioneer. Pradeep Kadti and Ramji Kashyap, both aged 20, were members of
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres active in the Amdai area committee of the CPI-Maoist surrendered to Police in Dantewada District on August 30, reports The Pioneer. Pradeep Kadti and Ramji Kashyap, both aged 20, were members of the Todma Militia Platoon, and they carried a bounty of INR 10,000 each on their heads, SP, Abhishek Pallava said. The duos were involved in various incidents in 2021 including the killing of a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper.
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August - 30 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 30, reports The Pioneer. Sukma, Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Sharma said Madavi Pojja (45) and Batta Vinod (21) were arrested by
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 30, reports The Pioneer. Sukma, Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Sharma said Madavi Pojja (45) and Batta Vinod (21) were arrested by a joint team of the District Police Force and 201st Battalion of Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA), an elite unit of the Central reserve Police Force (CRPF), from the forests of Peddabodkel village. Pojja was active as an ‘area committee member’ (ACM) and ‘vice president’ of Dandakaranya Adivasi Kisan Mazdoor Sangathan (DAKMS), a frontal wing of the CPI-Maoist. Batta was a militia member. Police recovered seven electric detonators, seven meters of cordex wire, 25 meters of electric wire, 12 pencil cells, Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] literature and items of daily use from them.
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August - 30 
One Army soldier was killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Asman Manza area of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 30, reports ARY News. Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the blast occurred during cl
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One Army soldier was killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Asman Manza area of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on August 30, reports ARY News. Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the blast occurred during clearance operation by Security Forces. The ISPR said the troops immediately cordoned off the area to apprehend terrorists involved in planting the IED. During an intense exchange of fire, one of the terrorists trying to flee got killed.
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August - 30 
At least 11 Islamic State (IS) militants were killed in an encounter with the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) personnel in Qilli Qamar area of Mastung District in Balochistan on August 30, reports The Express Tribune. An unnamed CTD spokesman said
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At least 11 Islamic State (IS) militants were killed in an encounter with the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) personnel in Qilli Qamar area of Mastung District in Balochistan on August 30, reports The Express Tribune. An unnamed CTD spokesman said that the CTD personnel along with other Security Force (SF) personnel conducted a search operation in Qilli Qamar area on the basis of an intelligence about the presence of suspected terrorists in a compound. A cache of arms and explosives was recovered from the terrorists, including four SMGs with 360 rounds, one LMG with 80 rounds, two suicide jackets, three 9mm pistols, 15 kilogrammes of explosive, prima cord, eight hand grenades, and eight detonators.
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According to data from Police Headquarters and court documents, as many as 42 percent of all arrested members of Ansarullah Bangladesh Team (ABT) have secured bail and are moving around freely, reports Dhaka Tribune on August 31. Altogether 350 ABT o
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According to data from Police Headquarters and court documents, as many as 42 percent of all arrested members of Ansarullah Bangladesh Team (ABT) have secured bail and are moving around freely, reports Dhaka Tribune on August 31. Altogether 350 ABT operatives were arrested in 76 cases filed on charges of murder and militancy beginning 2013. Among them, 148 have secured bail, this correspondent has found. Ominously, 17 of the accused who secured bail have been missing since their release. They have not shown up for hearings and it is suspected that they have returned to militancy. So far, trials have been completed in only seven cases, and the remaining 69 cases are still under trial and investigation. Police and investigators claim it is not their fault if the militants they capture secure bail in court. However, court sources argue that Police are to blame for failing to gather sufficient evidence against those arrested. Trials in militancy cases are a lengthy process, sometimes taking years, which allows the accused to secure bail, the court sources added.
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August - 30 
A meeting was held on August 30 between senior leaders of the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) to discuss the proposals to be submitted to the United Nations Human Rights Commission (UNHRC) and matters that had been submitted based on the request of the
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A meeting was held on August 30 between senior leaders of the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) to discuss the proposals to be submitted to the United Nations Human Rights Commission (UNHRC) and matters that had been submitted based on the request of the President, to be considered when preparing a new Constitution, reports Daily News.
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August - 30 
Tamil families of the disappeared held sit in protests in their homes on August 30 to mark International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, reports Tamil Guardian. The families who have been demanding answers about the fate of their loved
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Tamil families of the disappeared held sit in protests in their homes on August 30 to mark International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, reports Tamil Guardian. The families who have been demanding answers about the fate of their loved ones, lit lamps in their homes as a curfew has been imposed due to the spread of Covid-19 across the island. At a press conference, Thambirasa Selvarani, President of the Amparai District Missing Persons' Association said that the families of the disappeared don't have any hope in any domestic mechanisms. "We trust that the International Criminal Court (ICC) is the only solution for justice. We will continue our protests until our demands are met," he added.
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August - 30 
United Nations Security Council on August 30 adopted a resolution calling on the Taliban to allow safe passage for those seeking to leave Afghanistan, reports Tolo News. The resolution, which had 13 votes in favor and abstentions by Russia and China
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United Nations Security Council on August 30 adopted a resolution calling on the Taliban to allow safe passage for those seeking to leave Afghanistan, reports Tolo News. The resolution, which had 13 votes in favor and abstentions by Russia and China, also stressed the importance of maintaining humanitarian access, upholding human rights, reaching an inclusive political settlement, and combating terrorism. Notably, the resolution but did not mention the creation of a safe zone in Kabul, as suggested by French President Emmanual Macron on August 29. The resolution did not specify any provisions to punish the Taliban if it failed to allow such departures or take the other steps it urged.
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August - 30 
Eight Taliban personnel were killed when they launched attacks on the National Resistance Front (NRF) in Panjshir valley, reports Daily Sabah on August 31. Local sources claimed that the attacks which were conducted in different locations were repell
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Eight Taliban personnel were killed when they launched attacks on the National Resistance Front (NRF) in Panjshir valley, reports Daily Sabah on August 31. Local sources claimed that the attacks which were conducted in different locations were repelled and the Taliban fighters retreated but the latter has not commented on the issue yet adds Khamma News. Fahim Dashti, a spokesperson for the "National Resistance Forces (NRF)," a group loyal to local leader Ahmad Massoud, said the fighting occurred on the western entrance to the valley where the Taliban attacked NRF positions. He said that the attack, which may have been a probe to test the valley's defenses, was repulsed with eight Taliban killed and a similar number wounded, while two members of the NRF forces were wounded.
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August - 30 
Islamic State-Khorasan Province (ISKP) claimed responsibility for a rocket attack on Kabul airport on Monday, reports Ariana News on August 30. The group’s Nasher News said on its Telegram channel said it “targeted Kabul International Airport with si
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Islamic State-Khorasan Province (ISKP) claimed responsibility for a rocket attack on Kabul airport on Monday, reports Ariana News on August 30. The group’s Nasher News said on its Telegram channel said it “targeted Kabul International Airport with six Katyusha rockets.” Six rockets, including five aimed at Hamid Karzai International Airport, were fired from a vehicle in the Khairkhana area of Kabul City in Kabul Province. The missile defense system installed in Kabul airport intercepted five rockets, the remaining one fell into a residential building.
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August - 30 
Six rockets, including five aimed at Hamid Karzai International Airport, were fired from a vehicle in the Khairkhana area of Kabul City in Kabul Province, reports Tolo News. The missile defense system installed in Kabul airport intercepted five rocke
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Six rockets, including five aimed at Hamid Karzai International Airport, were fired from a vehicle in the Khairkhana area of Kabul City in Kabul Province, reports Tolo News. The missile defense system installed in Kabul airport intercepted five rockets, US officials told Reuters. The sixth one, according to eyewitnesses, hit a residential building. No one was injured in the incident.
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August - 30 
US President Joe Biden confirming US withdrawal said that the last flight left Kabul “with no further loss of American lives”, reports Ariana News on August 31. President Biden said that US troops had over the past 17 days executed “the largest airli
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US President Joe Biden confirming US withdrawal said that the last flight left Kabul “with no further loss of American lives”, reports Ariana News on August 31. President Biden said that US troops had over the past 17 days executed “the largest airlift in US history, evacuating over 120,000 US citizens, citizens of our allies, and Afghan allies of the United States.”
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August - 31 
The Punjab police on August 31 registered an First Information Report (FIR) against the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI)-backed Khalistan ideologue Sikh for Justice (SFJ) ‘chief’ Gurpatwant Singh Pannu and other members for their continued attempts
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The Punjab police on August 31 registered an First Information Report (FIR) against the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI)-backed Khalistan ideologue Sikh for Justice (SFJ) ‘chief’ Gurpatwant Singh Pannu and other members for their continued attempts to promote violence in the State and the recent assassination threat against Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, reports republicworld.com. "The FIR (no. 34) has been registered at State Cyber Crime Police Station SAS Nagar, under Sections 10 (a) and 13 (1) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, besides sections 153, 153A IPC, and Section-124 A of IPC", disclosed Director general of Police (DGP), Dinkar Gupta, adding that Gurpatwant Singh Pannu and his associates had been found promoting violent extremist action and threatening assassination of the Chief Minister, an elected constitutional Head of government of the State of Punjab. Allegedly, SFJ is a US-based secessionist group that pushes for Sikh Referendum 2020 as part of its separatist agenda. The group's primary objective is to establish an "independent and sovereign country" in Punjab.
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August - 31 
25 Indian nationals wanted by India in cases of terrorism may be living in Afghanistan close to Pakistan border, according to information from intelligence and investigative agencies, New Indian Express reports on September 1. Sources said these Indi
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25 Indian nationals wanted by India in cases of terrorism may be living in Afghanistan close to Pakistan border, according to information from intelligence and investigative agencies, New Indian Express reports on September 1. Sources said these Indians were captured and jailed by Afghan forces. Security agencies are keeping a watch on these 25 Indian nationals, most of whom hail from Kerala, because the terror network they joined, Islamic State-Khorasan (IS-K). According to intel received by the agencies, these Indians are believed to be living in Nangarhar province. Sources say that at this point in time, it is not clear how many of these 25 wanted Indians are alive, since many of them were involved in suicide attacks and encounters with Afghan forces.
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August - 31 
A Grama Rakhi (village guard) was shot dead by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, suspecting him to be a ‘Police informer’, at Tikarpada village in Muniguda block (administrative sub-division) under Ambadala Police Station limits in
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A Grama Rakhi (village guard) was shot dead by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, suspecting him to be a ‘Police informer’, at Tikarpada village in Muniguda block (administrative sub-division) under Ambadala Police Station limits in Rayagada District of Odisha on August 31 night, reports The New India Express. An armed group of 10-12 Maoists arrived at the village late night and dragged Grama Rakhi Santosh Dandasena (40) out from his house. Other family members were warned not to follow while Santosh was taken around 50 metres from his house and shot dead. The rebels had reportedly warned five villagers including Santosh with dire consequences on the charge of being ‘Police informers’. After the Maoists left, family members reached the spot where Santosh’s body was lying and recovered hand-written notes of the Maoists. In the notes, the 'Bansadhara-Ghumusar-Nagabali (BGN) divisional committee’ of the banned CPI-Maoist claimed responsibility of the killing. The Maoists alleged that Santosh had engaged some youths in the area to inform Police about their movement in exchange of money. The rebels also warned the four other villagers to refrain from being ‘Police informants’ and tender apology in public failing which they will meet the same fate as Santosh. '(Dandasena) was cautioned several times not to give the police any information, but they disobeyed the order and persuaded several local youngsters to become police informers.' 'These kids will suffer similar consequences if they do not apologize,' the note threatened, adds newstracklive.com.
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August - 31 
A Kangleipak Communist Party-Noyon (KCP-N) militant was arrested from Khajiri Maning village of Bishnupur District in Manipur on August 31, tweets Assam Rifles.
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A Kangleipak Communist Party-Noyon (KCP-N) militant was arrested from Khajiri Maning village of Bishnupur District in Manipur on August 31, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 31 
In coordinated protests, large groups of tribals gathered across Chhattisgarh to demand justice for three villagers killed in Police firing in Sukma (Bastar division) and a permanent solution to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) menace
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In coordinated protests, large groups of tribals gathered across Chhattisgarh to demand justice for three villagers killed in Police firing in Sukma (Bastar division) and a permanent solution to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) menace, reports The Times of India on September 1. Reportedly, three People were killed in an exchange of fire between Security Forces (SFs) and CPI-Maoist cadres at a newly set up Police camp at Silger in Sukma District on May 17. The villagers had been protesting the setting up of the Police camp, allegedly under pressure from CPI-Maoist. SATP had reported the incident on May 17.
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August - 31 
India's Ambassador to Qatar, Deepak Mittal on August 31, met with Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanekzai, head of Taliban's Political Office in Doha, reports The Times of India. The meeting took place at the request of the Taliban, the Ministry of External Af
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India's Ambassador to Qatar, Deepak Mittal on August 31, met with Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanekzai, head of Taliban's Political Office in Doha, reports The Times of India. The meeting took place at the request of the Taliban, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement. The meeting took place at the Indian embassy in Doha. Discussions focused on safety, security and early return of Indian nationals stranded in Afghanistan. The travel of Afghan nationals, especially minorities, who wish to visit to India also came up. Deepak Mittal raised concerns about Afghan soil being used for anti-India activities and terrorism. Stanekzai assured that the concerns would be positively addressed. The meeting is significant, as India was kept out of the 'troika plus' dialogues on Afghanistan involving US, Russia, China and Pakistan.
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August - 31 
On August 31, narcotics of 1.1 Kg of heroin worth INR 4,00,00,000 was recovered during a search operation from Khuga village in Churachandpur District, tweets Assam Rifles.
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On August 31, narcotics of 1.1 Kg of heroin worth INR 4,00,00,000 was recovered during a search operation from Khuga village in Churachandpur District, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 31 
On August 31, one over ground worker (OGW) was arrested at Pumao Village of Longding District in Arunachal Pradesh, tweets Assam Rifles.
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On August 31, one over ground worker (OGW) was arrested at Pumao Village of Longding District in Arunachal Pradesh, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 31 
Police, on August 31, arrested all the four Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) involved in a grenade attack on the house of a Sarpanch (head of the Panchayat, village-level local self-Government institution) in the Shrakwara area of
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Police, on August 31, arrested all the four Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) involved in a grenade attack on the house of a Sarpanch (head of the Panchayat, village-level local self-Government institution) in the Shrakwara area of Kreeri in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) last week, reports Daily Excelsior. Police said that on August 22, a call was received by Police Station Kreeri regarding blast-like sound from village Shrakwara Kreeri. During verification, it came to fore that a grenade was lobbed towards the Police guard and house of one Sarpanch namely Narinder Kour wife of Daljeet Singh, resident of Shrakwara Kreeri which caused some minor damages to windowpanes and vehicle as the lever of the exploded grenade was found in the kitchen garden. During the process of the investigation, suspects identified as Mohd Saleem Khan son of Ghulam Hassan Khan of the new colony Shrakwara and Sajad Ahmed Mir son of Late Ali Mohd Mir of Mir Mohalla Saloosa were involved in the commission of crime who were later arrested. Both the suspects admitted working as OGWs of the LeT outfit and were working at the behest of Pakistan based handler of LeT and its offshoot The Resistance Front (TRF) namely Ali Bhai. Both Saleem and Sajad were in contact with LeT militant Hilal Sheikh and Usman (FT) on whose instructions, they obtained grenade from Batamaloo Srinagar, Police said, two other associates Bilal Ahmad Sheikh son of Mohd Maqbool Sheikh of Saloosa and Naseer Ahmad Dar son of Ab Majeed Dar of Najibhat assisted the accused persons in the commission of crime who were also arrested. Police said that two hand grenades and 100 grams of charas like substance have been recovered from the accused persons.
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August - 31 
Posters allegedly put up by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres demanding reduction in bus fares and toll taxes triggered panic among transporters in Gaya District of Bihar on August 31, reports Hindustan Times. Some of the posters we
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Posters allegedly put up by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres demanding reduction in bus fares and toll taxes triggered panic among transporters in Gaya District of Bihar on August 31, reports Hindustan Times. Some of the posters were left on the drivers’ seats of many buses and auto-rickshaws and said they should be plied after the reduction in fares. The posters also urged the Bihar Government to bring down the State component of fuel taxes to reduce their prices. They held Prime Minister Narendra Modi responsible for the fare and toll tax rise. Gaya (city) Superintendent of Police (SP), Rakesh Kumar said they have seized the posters and were investigating the matter.
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August - 31 
Two persons were booked under Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) for their ‘involvement in Improvised Explosive Device’ (IED) attack on Security Forces (SFs) in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior on August 31
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Two persons were booked under Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) for their ‘involvement in Improvised Explosive Device’ (IED) attack on Security Forces (SFs) in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior on August 31. A notification issued by the Home Department stated that, the Government has sanctioned UAPA against two residents from Kashmir for their involvement in Pazalpora IED blast on February 16 this year. Following the attack, a case under First Information Report (FIR) No. 27/2021 U/S 307 Indian Penal Code (IPC), 3/5 Explosive Substance Act, 16 ULA (P) Act was registered in Police Station Bijbehara and during investigation offences under section 18, 20, 23, 38, 39 ULA (P) Act was added in the case. The duo has been identified as Rayees Ahmad Bhat resident of Bijbehara and Imran Ahmad Hajam, resident of Anantnag.
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The ruling Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist Centre (CPN-Maoist Centre) on August 31 revived its much-criticized youth wing - the Young Communist League (YCL) - forming a 231-member central committee of the youth wing through a national gathering in t
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The ruling Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist Centre (CPN-Maoist Centre) on August 31 revived its much-criticized youth wing - the Young Communist League (YCL) - forming a 231-member central committee of the youth wing through a national gathering in the capital Kathmandu city, reports Republica. The office-bearers of the YCL, however, could not be picked due to disagreements. The meeting has decided to hand over the responsibility of selecting office-bearers to the central committee. According to Ram Prasad Sapkota, the national in-charge of the YCL, the selected members of the central committee will pick the office-bearers in the upcoming events.
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August - 31 
The Anti-Terrorism Special Tribunal in Dhaka city on August 31 sentenced to death six cadres of Ansar al-Islam for killing former USAID official Xulhaz Mannan and his friend Mahbub Rabbi Tonoy in April 2016, reports New Age. In 54-page short verdict,
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The Anti-Terrorism Special Tribunal in Dhaka city on August 31 sentenced to death six cadres of Ansar al-Islam for killing former USAID official Xulhaz Mannan and his friend Mahbub Rabbi Tonoy in April 2016, reports New Age. In 54-page short verdict, the tribunal sentenced to death dismissed Army Major Zia alias Syed Mohammad Ziaul Haque, Rahman Siam, Mozammel Hossain Saimon, Sheikh Abdullah alias Jubair, Asadullah alias Foyjul and Akram Hossain. It also fined BDT 50,000 each. Mozammel, Arafat, Abdullah and Asadullah,were in the dock.
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August - 31 
A special three-member panel of judges has been appointed to hear the case regarding the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks, reports Ada Derana. Reportedly, the Chief Justice has appointed the aforementioned special bench. High Court Judge Damith Thot
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A special three-member panel of judges has been appointed to hear the case regarding the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks, reports Ada Derana. Reportedly, the Chief Justice has appointed the aforementioned special bench. High Court Judge Damith Thotawatte will act as the presiding judge of the case. Judges Amal Ranaraja and Navaratne Marasinghe will serve as the remaining judges.
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August - 31 
Head of United States Central Command (CENTCOM), General Frank McKenzie, announced that the last planes took off from Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul within the set deadline of August 31, reports AP. The announcement marked the completio
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Head of United States Central Command (CENTCOM), General Frank McKenzie, announced that the last planes took off from Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul within the set deadline of August 31, reports AP. The announcement marked the completion of America’s longest war and the evacuation effort. “American soldiers left the Kabul airport, and our nation got its full independence,” Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said
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August - 31 
Fighting between the forces of Taliban and the National Resistance Front (NRF) lead by Ahmad Massoud in Panjshir Province, reports Tolo News on September 1. The Taliban confirmed that the fighting has been ongoing for two days and both parties have s
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Fighting between the forces of Taliban and the National Resistance Front (NRF) lead by Ahmad Massoud in Panjshir Province, reports Tolo News on September 1. The Taliban confirmed that the fighting has been ongoing for two days and both parties have suffered casualties. “Mujahideen of the Islamic Emirate were attacked from some circles in Panjshir who bluff and say they will resist. The Mujahideen reacted to the attack and as a result, the other side has suffered heavy casualties,” said Anaamullah Samangani, a member of the Taliban's Cultural Commission. “In the past 40 hours, the Taliban launched some offensives on Khawak from the Andarab valley of Baghlan [Province]. From our side, there were local forces of various districts of Andarab, local forces of Panjshir as well as the ANSDF forces. They fought back very well; they defeated the Taliban on that front. The Taliban lost 40 of their personnel, another 35 of them were wounded,” said Fahim Dashti, a spokesman of the NRF.
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August - 31 
Qatar and Germany’s Foreign Minister on August 31 warned that isolating the Taliban could lead to further instability, reports Ariana News. “If we are starting to put conditions and stopping this engagement, we are going to leave a vacuum, and the qu
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Qatar and Germany’s Foreign Minister on August 31 warned that isolating the Taliban could lead to further instability, reports Ariana News. “If we are starting to put conditions and stopping this engagement, we are going to leave a vacuum, and the question is, who is going to fill this vacuum?,” Minister Sheik Mohammed said in Doha, alongside his German counterpart, Heiko Maas. The duo also urged countries to engage with them to address security and socioeconomic concerns in Afghanistan
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August - 31 
Taliban claims to have killed ten National Resistance Front (NRF) fighters and captured Shutul district of Panjshir province, reports Khamma News on September 1. Taliban has also said that the fighters have seized three military tanks and some weapon
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Taliban claims to have killed ten National Resistance Front (NRF) fighters and captured Shutul district of Panjshir province, reports Khamma News on September 1. Taliban has also said that the fighters have seized three military tanks and some weaponry. NRF is led Ahmed Masood and Amrullah Saleh
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August - 31 
Taliban has said that the formation of Afghanistan’s new government is in its final stages, reports Al Jazeera. Anas Haqqani, a senior Taliban leader, said, “The government will take shape in the following few days…We have covered about 90 to 95 per
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Taliban has said that the formation of Afghanistan’s new government is in its final stages, reports Al Jazeera. Anas Haqqani, a senior Taliban leader, said, “The government will take shape in the following few days…We have covered about 90 to 95 percent and we will announce the final outcome in the following few days”.
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August - 31 
Criminal Court on August 31 extended the remand period of two terror suspects, Is’haq and Fahmy Ali, by 14 additional days, reports Rajjae.mv. The duo was arrested for their involvement in the terrorist attack aimed at Speaker and President Mohamed N
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Criminal Court on August 31 extended the remand period of two terror suspects, Is’haq and Fahmy Ali, by 14 additional days, reports Rajjae.mv. The duo was arrested for their involvement in the terrorist attack aimed at Speaker and President Mohamed Nasheed on May 6 that left the Speaker grievously injured.
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Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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