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March - 1 
Four Sangham (a group of hardcore over-ground cadres) member of the CPI-Maoist were arrested by a combined team of forest guards and the Special Police Officers near Chinka village under Bhairamgarh police station in the Bijapur district on March 1.
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Four Sangham (a group of hardcore over-ground cadres) member of the CPI-Maoist were arrested by a combined team of forest guards and the Special Police Officers near Chinka village under Bhairamgarh police station in the Bijapur district on March 1.
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March - 1 
On March 1, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze teakwood worth INR two million at Pusuguppa village in the Cherla mandal (administrative division) of Khammam district. New Indian Express reports that some non-tribals in the
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On March 1, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze teakwood worth INR two million at Pusuguppa village in the Cherla mandal (administrative division) of Khammam district. New Indian Express reports that some non-tribals in the name of tribals had taken permission from the Forest Department and cut down teakwood trees. Having learnt that the non-tribals were trying to enjoy the forest produce, the Maoists set the wood on fire.
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March - 1 
One hand grenade was hurled by unidentified militants at the compound of the residence of L. Fimate, Director of the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, in capital Imphal on March 1-morning, reports Imphal Free Press. The unexploded grenade was r
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One hand grenade was hurled by unidentified militants at the compound of the residence of L. Fimate, Director of the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, in capital Imphal on March 1-morning, reports Imphal Free Press. The unexploded grenade was recovered and later defused by the security force (SF) personnel.
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March - 1 
Six villagers, including a Sarpanch (village head), were abducted by suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from Janatapai village in the Malkangiri district on March 1 suspecting them to be police informers, reports New Indian
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Six villagers, including a Sarpanch (village head), were abducted by suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from Janatapai village in the Malkangiri district on March 1 suspecting them to be police informers, reports New Indian Express. A cangaroo court (people’s court) was conducted by the extremists and all the six were found guilty, sources said adding that the villagers were assaulted and released on March 3 with a warning that the incident should not be informed to the police.
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March - 1 
Three unidentified People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadres were attested during separate search operations by the SFs on March 1, according to Assam Tribune.
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Three unidentified People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadres were attested during separate search operations by the SFs on March 1, according to Assam Tribune.
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March - 1 
Two gunrunners, identified as Athokpam Tenzing Singh alias Tejbaba and Koijam Herachandra, were arrested in a joint raid conducted by Bishnupur district police and Imphal East district police at Bashikhong in the Imphal East district on the same day,
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Two gunrunners, identified as Athokpam Tenzing Singh alias Tejbaba and Koijam Herachandra, were arrested in a joint raid conducted by Bishnupur district police and Imphal East district police at Bashikhong in the Imphal East district on the same day, reports Telegraph. Two hand grenades, nine detonators, 94 bullets of 9-mm pistol, two bullets of .38-calibre revolver and two Nokia mobile handsets, SIM cards and one vehicle were recovered from them. According to police sources, they had procured the ammunition from Chandel district and were planning to hand over the ammunition to militants belonging to the Dimasa group of Karbi Anglong district in the neighbouring State of Assam.
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March - 1 
Local Taliban beheaded 22-year-old persons, identified as Mian Jan in the Kabal tehsil (administrative unit) of Swat district in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 1. The deceased was killed on charges of leaking information to the secu
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Local Taliban beheaded 22-year-old persons, identified as Mian Jan in the Kabal tehsil (administrative unit) of Swat district in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 1. The deceased was killed on charges of leaking information to the security forces, police sources said. Mian Jan’s brother, Akbar Shah, told police that the local Taliban abducted Jan from Langnar village. According to the police report, the abductors deposited the headless body of Jan in his native Aligrama village. Mian Jan was on the militant’s hit list for his strong opposition to forces promoting Talibanisation in Swat.
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Two persons were killed and 23 others, including eight security force personnel, injured when a suicide bomber rammed his explosives-laden car into a security forces vehicle on March 1, officials told Daily Times. The Tourghundi-bound vehicle was hit
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Two persons were killed and 23 others, including eight security force personnel, injured when a suicide bomber rammed his explosives-laden car into a security forces vehicle on March 1, officials told Daily Times. The Tourghundi-bound vehicle was hit in the Jardar area of Bajaur Agency. The dead included a civilian and a Bajaur Levies trooper.
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The Jaya Krishna Goit-led faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-G) killed Gokarna Kandel, a Nepali Congress (NC) leader, near his house in the Rupandehi district on March 1, reports Nepal News. Amitabh, who identified himself as the Rup
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The Jaya Krishna Goit-led faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-G) killed Gokarna Kandel, a Nepali Congress (NC) leader, near his house in the Rupandehi district on March 1, reports Nepal News. Amitabh, who identified himself as the Rupandehi district in-charge of JTMM-G, telephoned local media persons and claimed responsibility for the murder.
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During another confrontation that occurred between the two sides at Kommodai, one soldier was killed and two others got injured.
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During another confrontation that occurred between the two sides at Kommodai, one soldier was killed and two others got injured.
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March - 1 
Nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during separate clashes between the two sides in the Navakkulam, Mullikulam and Kallikulam areas of Vavuniya district on March 1, reports Sri Lanka.
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Nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during separate clashes between the two sides in the Navakkulam, Mullikulam and Kallikulam areas of Vavuniya district on March 1, reports Sri Lanka.
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On March 1, the troops detected and defused a powerful claymore mine placed near an electricity transformer in the Mahawewa area on Negombo - Puttalam road.
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On March 1, the troops detected and defused a powerful claymore mine placed near an electricity transformer in the Mahawewa area on Negombo - Puttalam road.
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The troops killed four LTTE militants during an encounter at Vallaikulam.
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The troops killed four LTTE militants during an encounter at Vallaikulam.
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The troops neutralised four LTTE bunkers in the Kokkuthuduvai and Andankulam areas of Vavuniya district and killed four militants.
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The troops neutralised four LTTE bunkers in the Kokkuthuduvai and Andankulam areas of Vavuniya district and killed four militants.
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March - 1 
The troops recovered three hand grenades, two receiving devices, nine electric detonators, five claymore stands, two batteries, one detonator code of 24 m, one camouflage dead code, one mobile phone, two plastic water cans, one LTTE-made claymore exp
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The troops recovered three hand grenades, two receiving devices, nine electric detonators, five claymore stands, two batteries, one detonator code of 24 m, one camouflage dead code, one mobile phone, two plastic water cans, one LTTE-made claymore exploder, 100-m flexible wire, two maps, 24 ration packets, eight claymore mines, two T-56 weapons, two magazines and one silencer-fixed weapon from the Madhu junction in the Mannar district.
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March - 1 
Two LTTE militants were killed during another clash between the two sides in the Adampan area of Mannar district. Similarly, the troops killed two LTTE militants in the Manthai area.
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Two LTTE militants were killed during another clash between the two sides in the Adampan area of Mannar district. Similarly, the troops killed two LTTE militants in the Manthai area.
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March - 2 
A civilian, identified as Riaz Ahmed War, was shot dead by an unidentified militant at Warpora on the Sopore-Bandipora road.
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A civilian, identified as Riaz Ahmed War, was shot dead by an unidentified militant at Warpora on the Sopore-Bandipora road.
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March - 2 
According to Telegaraph, arrested human rights activist and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)-appointed mediator, Lachit Bordoloi, had been emailing statements on the outfit’s behalf to the media with ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa’s scanned signa
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According to Telegaraph, arrested human rights activist and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)-appointed mediator, Lachit Bordoloi, had been emailing statements on the outfit’s behalf to the media with ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa’s scanned signature on them, police said on March 2. Bordoloi was arrested in February 2008 on charges of helping the ULFA under the cover of being a mediator for peace.
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March - 2 
Elsewhere in the State, Police arrested a militant and his five associates including two women, from the outskirts of Doda town when they were smuggling a consignment of arms and ammunition from Kulgam to Doda district. The arms were being smuggled f
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Elsewhere in the State, Police arrested a militant and his five associates including two women, from the outskirts of Doda town when they were smuggling a consignment of arms and ammunition from Kulgam to Doda district. The arms were being smuggled for a ‘divisional commander’ of the LeT outfit.
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March - 2 
One former Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) militant, Belen Kempry, was killed by unidentified militants at Prabadisha Block Bazaar under Dagang police station in the North Cachar Hills district on an unspecified date, reports Sentinel.
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One former Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) militant, Belen Kempry, was killed by unidentified militants at Prabadisha Block Bazaar under Dagang police station in the North Cachar Hills district on an unspecified date, reports Sentinel.
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March - 2 
One suspected militant was shot dead by the Manipur Police during an encounter at Keinou in the Bishnupur district on March 2-night, reports Press Trust of India.
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One suspected militant was shot dead by the Manipur Police during an encounter at Keinou in the Bishnupur district on March 2-night, reports Press Trust of India.
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March - 2 
SFs arrested two Over-Ground Workers of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, identified as Sajjad Ahmed Bhat and Riyaz Ahmed Shah, were arrested in the Chakora area of Pulwama district.
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SFs arrested two Over-Ground Workers of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, identified as Sajjad Ahmed Bhat and Riyaz Ahmed Shah, were arrested in the Chakora area of Pulwama district.
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March - 2 
SFs neutralised a terrorist hideout in the Kupwara district and recovered one AK rifle with bipod, its six magazines, 190 rounds, one 62 mm bomb, a remote IED circuit box and a blanket.
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SFs neutralised a terrorist hideout in the Kupwara district and recovered one AK rifle with bipod, its six magazines, 190 rounds, one 62 mm bomb, a remote IED circuit box and a blanket.
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March - 2 
The headmaster of Kharuwa Iraqdao High School, Pradeep Swargiary, was killed by unidentified gunmen in the Baksa district on March 2-night, reports Telegraph.
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The headmaster of Kharuwa Iraqdao High School, Pradeep Swargiary, was killed by unidentified gunmen in the Baksa district on March 2-night, reports Telegraph.
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March - 2 
Times of India reports that to tackle the problem of high quality fake Indian currency notes (FICN) that are flooding the banking system of the country from across the border, the government is considering a proposal of indigenizing the manufacture o
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Times of India reports that to tackle the problem of high quality fake Indian currency notes (FICN) that are flooding the banking system of the country from across the border, the government is considering a proposal of indigenizing the manufacture of paper, ink and machinery — all imported right now — for use in the printing of currency notes. A recommendation to this effect was made at a high-level meeting participated by the intelligence agencies and senior police officials from several States. A senior intelligence official said, "India is facing one of the worst crisis since Independence where the enemy country is using state infrastructure to demolish people's confidence in the economy." Quoting an intelligence source, the report said that two containers of FICN were brought into the country in 2007 through Mumbai and Chennai ports and were eventually taken to Hyderabad. The Hyderabad police seized a consignment of INR 25 million of FICN and interrogation of the accused revealed that more than INR 2000 million of fake currency notes were being printed and lying in Dubai for being smuggled into the country. The report further said that Pakistan's external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), has been using members of jihadi groups in Dubai, Bangladesh and Karachi to activate dormant sleeper cells in India to smuggle and circulate fake currency.
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March - 2 
Two Al-Badr militants, identified as district commander Janabaz Ahmed Khan, a Pakistani national, and Imtiyaz Ahmed Dar, were killed in an encounter with the security forces (SFs) in the Chewdara area of Budgam district on March 2, according to Daily
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Two Al-Badr militants, identified as district commander Janabaz Ahmed Khan, a Pakistani national, and Imtiyaz Ahmed Dar, were killed in an encounter with the security forces (SFs) in the Chewdara area of Budgam district on March 2, according to Daily Excelsior. SF personnel are reported to have recovered two AK rifles, six hand grenades and some ammunition from the incident site.
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March - 2 
42 people were killed and at least 58 others were wounded in a suicide bombing at a tribal peace jirga (council) near the Zarghunkhel check-post in Darra Adam Khel in North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 2, according to Dawn. The jirga (counc
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42 people were killed and at least 58 others were wounded in a suicide bombing at a tribal peace jirga (council) near the Zarghunkhel check-post in Darra Adam Khel in North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 2, according to Dawn. The jirga (council) of Zarghunkhel, Akhurwal, Sheraki, Bostikhel and Toor Chapper tribes had been convened to discuss the formation of a Lashkar (army) to drive militants out of the area. A severed head was reportedly found at the site and officials believed it was that of the bomber. Some people identified the teenager as a youth from the Sheraki area of Darra Adam Khel. The jirga was attended by over 1,000 tribesmen. It had started at about 9am and ended at two hours later after unanimously deciding to form a Lashkar and calling upon the army to withdraw troops from the area. The meeting also sanctioned action against militants, who were attacking people in the name of Islam. Interior Ministry spokesman Javed Iqbal Cheema told PTV that the meeting was to finalise a resolution to punish anyone who sheltered or helped militants, including al Qaeda, Taliban and other foreign extremists, AP reported.
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March - 2 
According to Daily Times, there were no security arrangements for the assembly, arranged in a shady clearing surrounded by tall trees. The explosion occurred when most of the people had dispersed and noted elders of the five tribes were discussing fo
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According to Daily Times, there were no security arrangements for the assembly, arranged in a shady clearing surrounded by tall trees. The explosion occurred when most of the people had dispersed and noted elders of the five tribes were discussing forming committees to implement the jirga’s decisions, witnesses said. They said the bomber was between 18 and 22 years old and had a thin beard. "The suicide bomber was an 18-year-old boy. His face is recognisable and initial investigations indicate he was a resident of Darra Adam Khel," senior local official Saleem Gandapur told AFP.
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March - 2 
According to Dawn, an Afghan national was killed in North Waziristan on March 2 on charges of spying for the United States. Local people said that the Afghan national, identified as Dewana, had been abducted from the Saidgai area near the Afghanistan
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According to Dawn, an Afghan national was killed in North Waziristan on March 2 on charges of spying for the United States. Local people said that the Afghan national, identified as Dewana, had been abducted from the Saidgai area near the Afghanistan border a day earlier. His beheaded body was found on March 2 and sent to Afghanistan.
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March - 2 
Elsewhere in the province, three suspected militants were arrested by the security agencies on March 2 in the Swat district, according to Daily Times. Two militants were arrested from the Fizagut area near Mingora and another from Wenayi Bridge durin
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Elsewhere in the province, three suspected militants were arrested by the security agencies on March 2 in the Swat district, according to Daily Times. Two militants were arrested from the Fizagut area near Mingora and another from Wenayi Bridge during a search operation, official sources said.
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March - 2 
Some unidentified persons on March 2-morning fired rockets at the cantonment area of Bannu, Dawn reported. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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Some unidentified persons on March 2-morning fired rockets at the cantonment area of Bannu, Dawn reported. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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March - 2 
The US could spend more than $400 million in the next several years to enhance the Frontier Corps (FC), including building a training base near Peshawar, a senior US administration official said, The News reported. The Pentagon has spent about $25 mi
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The US could spend more than $400 million in the next several years to enhance the Frontier Corps (FC), including building a training base near Peshawar, a senior US administration official said, The News reported. The Pentagon has spent about $25 million so far to equip the FC with new body armour, vehicles, radios and surveillance equipment, and plans to spend $75 million more in the next year, US newspaper The New York Times reported on March 2. At the request of the Chief of the Army Staff, General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, the US Central Command two weeks ago sent a four-member intelligence team, led by a lieutenant colonel, to work closely with Pakistani intelligence officers in Islamabad, the newspaper reported.
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March - 2 
The US embassy in Islamabad on March 2 expressed grave concern over the statement of caretaker Interior Minister Hamid Nawaz claiming that US was behind lawlessness and terrorism in Pakistan, according to Daily Times. "The US Embassy describes as ‘un
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The US embassy in Islamabad on March 2 expressed grave concern over the statement of caretaker Interior Minister Hamid Nawaz claiming that US was behind lawlessness and terrorism in Pakistan, according to Daily Times. "The US Embassy describes as ‘untrue’ recent claims made by Pakistan’s Interior Minister concerning the United States," said a statement from the US embassy. In his interview with an Arab television channel, Hamid Nawaz had said that the United States, India and Afghanistan were involved in creating lawlessness in Pakistan and that it was believed that US and Afghanistan were backing militant outfits involved in terrorism in Pakistan.
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March - 2 
Cadres of the Terai Mukti Tigers (TMT) abducted two police personnel of the Loharpattti area police office from Kataiya village in the Mahottari district. Superintendent of Police Purna Singh Khadka said that constables Santosh Kumar Singh and Suresh
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Cadres of the Terai Mukti Tigers (TMT) abducted two police personnel of the Loharpattti area police office from Kataiya village in the Mahottari district. Superintendent of Police Purna Singh Khadka said that constables Santosh Kumar Singh and Suresh Kumar Raut Kurmi were abducted by the TMT cadres when they went to Sitapur Bhangaha to settle a dispute over a drinking water tank there. Claiming responsibility, Akash, the Mahottari district in charge of TMT, said that the constables were abducted on charges of filing fake case against TMT cadres.
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March - 2 
The JTMM-G, formed on July 25, 2004, has changed its party’s name to All Tarai Liberation Front (ATLF), Himalayan Times reported. The JTMM-G central coordinator Goit made an announcement regarding the change in a statement on March 2. The name of the
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The JTMM-G, formed on July 25, 2004, has changed its party’s name to All Tarai Liberation Front (ATLF), Himalayan Times reported. The JTMM-G central coordinator Goit made an announcement regarding the change in a statement on March 2. The name of the party has been changed so as to be distinct from other factions of JTMM, the statement said.
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March - 2 
Three armed outfits in the Terai region – the Samyukta Jantantrik Terai Mukti Morcha, Madhesi Mukti Tigers and Terai Cobra - have reportedly agreed to sit for talks with the government provided there is "enabling atmosphere for it." Issuing a joint s
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Three armed outfits in the Terai region – the Samyukta Jantantrik Terai Mukti Morcha, Madhesi Mukti Tigers and Terai Cobra - have reportedly agreed to sit for talks with the government provided there is "enabling atmosphere for it." Issuing a joint statement on March 2, they said that, "We are not against talks, and if there is an enabling atmosphere for it then we are ready to come for talks."
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March - 2 
At Vilatikulam in the Vavuniya district, security forces killed one LTTE cadre on March 2.
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At Vilatikulam in the Vavuniya district, security forces killed one LTTE cadre on March 2.
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March - 2 
During another encounter that erupted between the two sides in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district, the troops killed two LTTE militants. One soldier was killed while another sustained injuries during the incident.
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During another encounter that erupted between the two sides in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district, the troops killed two LTTE militants. One soldier was killed while another sustained injuries during the incident.
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March - 2 
Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops in a clash that occurred in the general area of Kokkuthuduwai in the Welioya region on March 2, according to army sources. Two soldiers were killed while 10 others sust
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Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops in a clash that occurred in the general area of Kokkuthuduwai in the Welioya region on March 2, according to army sources. Two soldiers were killed while 10 others sustained injuries during the clash. In a subsequent search operation conducted in the area, troops recovered 130 anti-personnel mines, two improvised bombs, ten 12.7 ammunition, ten 60 mm mortar bombs, one box of 12.7 ammunition, two 2.5 kg claymores, one helmet, two 81 mm bombs trapped with booby traps, one can of C-4 explosives, four packets of medical items.
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March - 2 
On March 2, one soldier was killed when the LTTE militants detonated a claymore mine in the Pampaimadu area.
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On March 2, one soldier was killed when the LTTE militants detonated a claymore mine in the Pampaimadu area.
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March - 2 
On the same day, security forces launched attacked an LTTE camp in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed two militants. During the exchange of fire, one soldier was killed while four others sustained injuries.
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On the same day, security forces launched attacked an LTTE camp in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed two militants. During the exchange of fire, one soldier was killed while four others sustained injuries.
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March - 2 
President Mahinda Rajapakse said in Ratnapura that until such time every inch of land is captured and the last terrorist is destroyed, his government will not cease its operations against the LTTE, reports Daily News.
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President Mahinda Rajapakse said in Ratnapura that until such time every inch of land is captured and the last terrorist is destroyed, his government will not cease its operations against the LTTE, reports Daily News.
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March - 2 
Six civilians, two police personnel and two Civil Defence Force members were injured when the LTTE militants detonated a claymore mine at Sanasa junction. Elsewhere, one soldier was injured in a LTTE mortar attack targeting the troops at Periyapantri
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Six civilians, two police personnel and two Civil Defence Force members were injured when the LTTE militants detonated a claymore mine at Sanasa junction. Elsewhere, one soldier was injured in a LTTE mortar attack targeting the troops at Periyapantrichurichchan.
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March - 2 
Sunday Times reports that nominations for the Provincial Council elections in the East are to be called by the end of March 2008, after the completion of the local government polls there. Government sources said that President Rajapakse had instructe
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Sunday Times reports that nominations for the Provincial Council elections in the East are to be called by the end of March 2008, after the completion of the local government polls there. Government sources said that President Rajapakse had instructed the Elections Commissioner to announce dates for nominations for the Eastern Provincial Council polls by the end of the month with the election date set for as early as April. The local council polls in the Batticaloa district are scheduled to be held on March 10.
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March - 2 
The Sri Lankan authorities have urged the British government to ban fund-raising activities of what they described as Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) front organisations alleging that the money collected by these groups "ostensibly" for cha
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The Sri Lankan authorities have urged the British government to ban fund-raising activities of what they described as Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) front organisations alleging that the money collected by these groups "ostensibly" for charitable purposes went into the "coffers" of the outfit, The Hindu reported .They said that although the LTTE was banned in Britain, a number of organisations claiming to be "charities" were working for it. "These funds directly go to the coffers of the insurgent group to wage war with the Sri Lankan government and spread violence among civilian populations," an unnamed spokesman of the Sri Lankan High Commission said. The call came after the Tamil Youth Organisation (TYO) organised a cultural show to raise funds for an educational project in Visvamadu in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan officials called the project an extension of the LTTE. "We have complained to the British police that Visvamadu is in the Wanni territory where the power of the LTTE is wielded and these funds are meant for its campaign," the spokesman said. The TYO, however, denied any links with the LTTE and claimed that it is a "charity with the interests of Tamil youth at heart."
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March - 2 
The troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Kilaly, Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas of Jaffna district and killed five of them. One soldier was also killed during the incident.
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The troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Kilaly, Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas of Jaffna district and killed five of them. One soldier was also killed during the incident.
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March - 2 
Troops attacked a group of militants in the Kovilmadu area of Vavuniya district on March 2 and killed five of them. At least nine more militants were reportedly wounded in the incident.
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Troops attacked a group of militants in the Kovilmadu area of Vavuniya district on March 2 and killed five of them. At least nine more militants were reportedly wounded in the incident.
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March - 2 
Two more clashes erupted in the Sirukulam and Adampan areas of Mannar district in which the troops killed two LTTE militants. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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Two more clashes erupted in the Sirukulam and Adampan areas of Mannar district in which the troops killed two LTTE militants. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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March - 3 
Two Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadres, Sougaijam Santosh alias Rishi and Laishram Sunil alias Amujao, were arrested by Imphal East district police commandos during a search operation on March 3 in front of the Central Reserve Police Force camp
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Two Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadres, Sougaijam Santosh alias Rishi and Laishram Sunil alias Amujao, were arrested by Imphal East district police commandos during a search operation on March 3 in front of the Central Reserve Police Force camp at Mantripukhri. While one magazine of M-20 pistol loaded with 3 live rounds of 9 mm and 6 nos. of AK-47 ammunition were recovered from Santosh, one magazine of .32 pistol loaded with 2 live rounds of .32 ammunition were recovered from the possession of Sunil. They confessed that they were operating under the command of one Sana Macha of the KYKL. On the same day, one People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) cadre, Mohammed Najir Ahamed alias Ningthem alias Laskar, was arrested by police during another search operation at Hatta Golapati in the Imphal East district. He confessed that he joined the outfit in March 2007 through one Mohammmed Khalique of Yairipok Ningthounai and was operating in the ‘finance section’ of the PULF.
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March - 3 
A grenade was hurled by unidentified militants at a petrol filling station owned by a woman, Thokchom Sorojini, at Wangbal in the Thoubal district on March 3-night, reports Sangai Express. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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A grenade was hurled by unidentified militants at a petrol filling station owned by a woman, Thokchom Sorojini, at Wangbal in the Thoubal district on March 3-night, reports Sangai Express. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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March - 3 
A hardcore National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militant, identified as Ranjan Debbarma, was killed in an encounter with the security forces on March 3 at Tuikurmacherra under Mugiakami police station, reports Tripurainfo. One Chinese grenade
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A hardcore National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militant, identified as Ranjan Debbarma, was killed in an encounter with the security forces on March 3 at Tuikurmacherra under Mugiakami police station, reports Tripurainfo. One Chinese grenade and some incriminating documents of the outfit were recovered from the encounter site.
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March - 3 
According to Sangai Express, unidentified militants hurled one lethode bomb at the residence of Sanglakpam Devbratta, Director of the Sericulture Department, at Khongman Zone-II in the Imphal East district on March 3-night. The bomb, however, failed
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According to Sangai Express, unidentified militants hurled one lethode bomb at the residence of Sanglakpam Devbratta, Director of the Sericulture Department, at Khongman Zone-II in the Imphal East district on March 3-night. The bomb, however, failed to explode.
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March - 3 
According to Tribune, the Border Security Force (BSF) on March 3 today foiled an intrusion bid by killing a Pakistani intruder in the Akhnoor sector. A BSF spokesman said that an ambush party of the border outpost at Chak Phagwari observed an intrude
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According to Tribune, the Border Security Force (BSF) on March 3 today foiled an intrusion bid by killing a Pakistani intruder in the Akhnoor sector. A BSF spokesman said that an ambush party of the border outpost at Chak Phagwari observed an intruder trying to negotiate the border fence. On being challenged, the intruder attempted to flee, the ambush party taking the intrusion as infiltration bid, fired at him, he died on the spot," the spokesman said. An identity card recovered from the possession disclosed his identity as Sayeed Shahani Raja of Chherawali village of Gujranwala district in Pakistan.
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March - 3 
An extortion attempt by three National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants was foiled when Police arrested one of them near Ulubari’s ASEB colony in Guwahati city on March 3, according to Assam Tribune. However, two others managed to escape
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An extortion attempt by three National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants was foiled when Police arrested one of them near Ulubari’s ASEB colony in Guwahati city on March 3, according to Assam Tribune. However, two others managed to escape after opening fire on the police.
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March - 3 
Army personnel arrested one All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) militant, Puneswar Kurmi, from Belengbari under Mathurapur police station in the Sibsagar district. Seven live bullets of AK-47 were recovered from his possession.
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Army personnel arrested one All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) militant, Puneswar Kurmi, from Belengbari under Mathurapur police station in the Sibsagar district. Seven live bullets of AK-47 were recovered from his possession.
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March - 3 
At least 60 medicine shops near Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital at Porompat in the Imphal East district were closed for an indefinite period on March 3 in protest against extortion demands made by four militant outfits, according to Telegraph. Two outfits
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At least 60 medicine shops near Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital at Porompat in the Imphal East district were closed for an indefinite period on March 3 in protest against extortion demands made by four militant outfits, according to Telegraph. Two outfits demanded INR 300 each from the shops as monthly ‘tax’, while the third group demanded INR 200 each per month and the fourth one asked the shop owners to give INR 5,000 each as annual ‘tax’. The shop owners, however, declined to disclose the names of the outfits, fearing reprisal.
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March - 3 
Kagen Holoi, owner of a sweet shop, was killed by unidentified militants at Udalbari Chowk in the Kokrajhar district.
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Kagen Holoi, owner of a sweet shop, was killed by unidentified militants at Udalbari Chowk in the Kokrajhar district.
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March - 3 
Khupkam Khongsai alias Kamboi, driver of the bus, which was earlier captured by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militants for allegedly transporting 20 cases of foreign liquor from Moreh to Imphal on February 12, ‘surrendered’ before the outfit on
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Khupkam Khongsai alias Kamboi, driver of the bus, which was earlier captured by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militants for allegedly transporting 20 cases of foreign liquor from Moreh to Imphal on February 12, ‘surrendered’ before the outfit on March 3. Kamboi was paraded before media persons at an unspecified place in the Churachandpur district.
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March - 3 
Press Trust of India quoting the Bangladeshi newspaper Pratham Alo reports that the Harkat-ul Jihad-al-Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) used to supply grenades to the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) to carry out attacks in India. An arrested HuJI-B le
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Press Trust of India quoting the Bangladeshi newspaper Pratham Alo reports that the Harkat-ul Jihad-al-Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) used to supply grenades to the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) to carry out attacks in India. An arrested HuJI-B leader Abu Zandal has told the police during his interrogation in Dhaka that the outfit had sent several consignments of grenades to the LeT operating in India until 2004. The last such consignment however, could not be delivered as the LeT representative who was supposed to receive it was killed in an encounter with Border Security Force (BSF) near Bangladesh's Kaliganj frontier. Zandal reportedly told the interrogators that the LeT leader Yazdani, who was killed in 2006 by the Delhi Police, used to maintain links with the detained HuJI-B ‘operations commander’ Mufti Abdul Hannan. Zandal also claimed that the supply of ‘Arges’ grenades were being received from a fugitive, Maulana Tazuddin, believed to be hiding in South Africa.
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March - 3 
The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) asked to attack residences of ministers and legislators as these had allegedly become the "command centres" that allowed security forces to ‘kill persons in custody in violation of human rights’
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The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) asked to attack residences of ministers and legislators as these had allegedly become the "command centres" that allowed security forces to ‘kill persons in custody in violation of human rights’.
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March - 3 
Three suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkmen, Abdus Sattar, Atowar Rahman and Hazrat Ali, were arrested by the Assam Police during a search operation at Damalkona village in the Dhubri district. One motorcycle was recovered from the
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Three suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkmen, Abdus Sattar, Atowar Rahman and Hazrat Ali, were arrested by the Assam Police during a search operation at Damalkona village in the Dhubri district. One motorcycle was recovered from the residence of Abdus who was suspected to have used that for carrying ULFA cadres.
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March - 3 
Two unidentified gunmen shot dead Farkanudin, chairman of the Dimapur Muslim Council and gaonbura (headman) of New Market, at his residence in Dimapur on March 3-morning, according to Telegraph. He was reportedly a supporter of the Congress party.
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Two unidentified gunmen shot dead Farkanudin, chairman of the Dimapur Muslim Council and gaonbura (headman) of New Market, at his residence in Dimapur on March 3-morning, according to Telegraph. He was reportedly a supporter of the Congress party.
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March - 3 
Two workers of the National Projects Construction Company Ltd (NPCC), identified as Kitab Ali and Arup Das, were abducted by the Bru National Council of Tripura (BNCT) militants from Joyrampara under Gandacherra police station in the Dhalai district
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Two workers of the National Projects Construction Company Ltd (NPCC), identified as Kitab Ali and Arup Das, were abducted by the Bru National Council of Tripura (BNCT) militants from Joyrampara under Gandacherra police station in the Dhalai district on March 3, according to Tripurainfo. They were engaged by the NPCC to carryout survey for constructing roads in interior parts of the Gandacherra sub-division.
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March - 3 
According to The News, at least 10 people were killed and six others injured when dozens of armed men belonging to the Khyber Agency-based Lashkar-e-Islam (LeI) attacked Shiekhan village on the outskirts of Peshawar, capital of the North West Frontie
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According to The News, at least 10 people were killed and six others injured when dozens of armed men belonging to the Khyber Agency-based Lashkar-e-Islam (LeI) attacked Shiekhan village on the outskirts of Peshawar, capital of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) with rocket launchers and other sophisticated weapons before bulldozing a shrine and four houses on March 3. Some sources put the death toll at 16 and said 15 of the deceased were villagers. Police had to fire teargas shells to disperse hundreds of angry villagers who blocked the main Bara Road to register their protest against the LeI militants. "Dozens of armed men of Mangal Bagh-led militant organisation attacked Shiekhan village at around 11.30 am. The villagers, mostly unarmed and unprepared, resisted the assault that resulted into a fierce clash between the rival groups," said a police official. While the militants used rockets and mortar shells besides machineguns and AK-47 assault rifles, the villagers retaliated with rifles. The heavy fighting that continued for hours restricted hundreds of villagers in the nearby areas to their houses. Students in the local schools were also confined to their institutions. Before fleeing to their stronghold Bara in the Khyber Agency of FATA, the LeI militants bulldozed four houses and set ablaze a shrine after razing its building. The Mangal Bagh-led LeI group had reportedly warned the villagers against the stay of a saint, Pir Abdul Hakeem, in the Dani Baba Shrine. The saint is among six people, including a woman, who sustained injuries in the attack. The attack is the first by LeI in the settled part of Peshawar. Mangal Bagh, the head of the LeI, has been enforcing his own brand of Islam in his areas for about two years, according to Dawn. Locals told Daily Times that Shiekhan is home to supporters of Pir Saifur Rehman, who was expelled from Bara in 2007 under immense pressure from the LeI.
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March - 3 
Five Frontier Corps (FC) personnel were injured when a landmine exploded in the Dera Bugti district on March 3, according to Dawn. According to sources, a vehicle carrying the five FC personnel to Sui hit the landmine near the Pesh Bogi area.
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Five Frontier Corps (FC) personnel were injured when a landmine exploded in the Dera Bugti district on March 3, according to Dawn. According to sources, a vehicle carrying the five FC personnel to Sui hit the landmine near the Pesh Bogi area.
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March - 3 
Five militants were killed in a clash with the security forces (SFs) at the Nakai check-post in the Mohmand Agency of the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on March 3, according to Dawn. An official said that SFs had stopped a car at the che
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Five militants were killed in a clash with the security forces (SFs) at the Nakai check-post in the Mohmand Agency of the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on March 3, according to Dawn. An official said that SFs had stopped a car at the check-post, about 12 km north of Ghalanai, the Agency’s headquarters, and told its five occupants that they needed to be frisked, but the latter refused. He said that some tribal elders headed by Malik Rehman, the father of MNA-elect Bilal Zaman, went to the place and attempted to resolve the issue. Their efforts failed and the militants subsequently tried to escape. Consequently, The SF personnel fired a rocket on the car, killing the five.
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March - 3 
Four soldiers sustained injuries when their vehicle hit a landmine in the Barkhan area.
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Four soldiers sustained injuries when their vehicle hit a landmine in the Barkhan area.
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March - 3 
Police on March 3 arrested around 15 suspected terrorists from various areas of Rawalpindi, according to Daily Times. Special police teams are reported to have searched a total of 866 houses in the Shah Khalid Colony, Ghareebabad, Rehmatabad and Shah
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Police on March 3 arrested around 15 suspected terrorists from various areas of Rawalpindi, according to Daily Times. Special police teams are reported to have searched a total of 866 houses in the Shah Khalid Colony, Ghareebabad, Rehmatabad and Shah Faisal Colony areas and subsequently arrested 15 suspects.
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March - 3 
Security forces on March 3 arrested a key militant, Mirajuddin, at the Fiza Ghat check-post outside Mingora city in the Swat district of NWFP, Daily Times reported. They also arrested 10 suspected militants, including six key commanders of TNSM leade
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Security forces on March 3 arrested a key militant, Mirajuddin, at the Fiza Ghat check-post outside Mingora city in the Swat district of NWFP, Daily Times reported. They also arrested 10 suspected militants, including six key commanders of TNSM leader Maulana Fazlullah, in the Bamakhela area of Matta sub-division. Mirajuddin was allegedly responsible for preparing both cars and suicide bombers for use in suicide attacks. He was also wanted by the security forces in connection with the beheading of six security officials in the Charbagh area in 2007. Mirajuddin owned a workshop from where security forces had during February 2008 seized a car being prepared for a suicide attack, an official said.
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March - 3 
Suspected insurgents damaged a gas pipeline in Hazargangi in the outskirts of Quetta, the provincial capital.
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Suspected insurgents damaged a gas pipeline in Hazargangi in the outskirts of Quetta, the provincial capital.
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March - 3 
Two pylons of a high power transmission line were blown up near Dera Allayhyar, suspending power supply to Shikarpur from the Och power plant in Dera Murad Jamali.
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Two pylons of a high power transmission line were blown up near Dera Allayhyar, suspending power supply to Shikarpur from the Och power plant in Dera Murad Jamali.
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March - 3 
Cadres of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J) detonated a pressure cooker bomb at the residence of Krishna Man Shrestha, the Nepali Congress Banke district president and the party’s candidate for Constituent Assembl
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Cadres of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J) detonated a pressure cooker bomb at the residence of Krishna Man Shrestha, the Nepali Congress Banke district president and the party’s candidate for Constituent Assembly election from constituency no. 4, at Adarsha Nagar in Nepalgunj on March 3, according to Nepal News. The blast caused minor damage to the house, but there was no human casualty.
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March - 3 
Eight Nepali Congress leaders, including six incumbent lawmakers, quit the party and joined the Madheshi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) to "emotionally integrate the Terai to assimilate it with the whole national feeling." The six leaders - Bijay Kumar Gachh
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Eight Nepali Congress leaders, including six incumbent lawmakers, quit the party and joined the Madheshi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) to "emotionally integrate the Terai to assimilate it with the whole national feeling." The six leaders - Bijay Kumar Gachhadar, Sarat Singh Bhandari, Ram Janam Chaudhary, Laxman Prasad Mehata, Hari Narayan Chaudhary, Mangal Singh Tharu - quit the party and also announced quitting the parliament. Others quitting the party are Nepali Congress NC Mahasamiti member, Arjun Thapa of Dhankuta, and former Member of Parliament Shukra Raj Samyok Limbu of Morang.
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March - 3 
Daily Star quoting intelligence agencies reports that the left-wing extremist outfits in the country's south-western region are regrouping with a seven-point programme to increase their strength and retaliate against the security forces. In late Febr
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Daily Star quoting intelligence agencies reports that the left-wing extremist outfits in the country's south-western region are regrouping with a seven-point programme to increase their strength and retaliate against the security forces. In late February 2008, the Marxist-Leninist faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) organised a meeting of different outfits in Jhenidah and called for unity of all the groups to launch an "action programme". The programme reportedly includes bomb attack on law enforcers, educational institutions, passenger transport and important places in ten districts of the region, collection of toll from businessmen, distribution of leaflets, recruiting new cadres, removing class enemies and avenging the deaths of their colleagues in fake encounters. According to police sources, the left-wing extremists have killed ten persons and exploded nine bombs during the past one week in the area. They have also extorted a large amount of money from some businessmen in the south-western region.
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March - 3 
Police sources have claimed that 31 extremists and listed terrorists have been arrested from the nine sub-districts of Khulna during combing operations from February 5 to February 27, reports Daily Star. Superintendent of Police Belalur Rahman said t
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Police sources have claimed that 31 extremists and listed terrorists have been arrested from the nine sub-districts of Khulna during combing operations from February 5 to February 27, reports Daily Star. Superintendent of Police Belalur Rahman said that 32 illegal firearms and 140 bullets were recovered from the arrested persons.
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March - 3 
Press Trust of India quoting the Bangladeshi newspaper Pratham Alo reports that the Harkat-ul Jihad-al-Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) used to supply grenades to the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) to carry out attacks in India. An arrested HuJI-B le
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Press Trust of India quoting the Bangladeshi newspaper Pratham Alo reports that the Harkat-ul Jihad-al-Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) used to supply grenades to the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) to carry out attacks in India. An arrested HuJI-B leader Abu Zandal has told the police during his interrogation in Dhaka that the outfit had sent several consignments of grenades to the LeT operating in India until 2004. The last such consignment however, could not be delivered as the LeT representative who was supposed to receive it was killed in an encounter with Border Security Force (BSF) near Bangladesh's Kaliganj frontier. Zandal reportedly told the interrogators that the LeT leader Yazdani, who was killed in 2006 by the Delhi Police, used to maintain links with the detained HuJI-B ‘operations commander’ Mufti Abdul Hannan. Zandal also claimed that the supply of ‘Arges’ grenades were being received from a fugitive, Maulana Tazuddin, believed to be hiding in South Africa.
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March - 3 
Fighter craft of the Sri Lankan Air Force bombed an LTTE transmission centre at Kulamirippu, about six km northwest of Oddusuddan junction in the Mullaithivu district on March 3. According to Air Force sources, the transmission centre with its tower
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Fighter craft of the Sri Lankan Air Force bombed an LTTE transmission centre at Kulamirippu, about six km northwest of Oddusuddan junction in the Mullaithivu district on March 3. According to Air Force sources, the transmission centre with its tower was completely destroyed in the attack.
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March - 3 
Three soldiers were wounded in a LTTE mortar attack at Kovilmoddai and in an anti-personnel mine explosion in Karampaikulam in the Vavuniya district on March 3.
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Three soldiers were wounded in a LTTE mortar attack at Kovilmoddai and in an anti-personnel mine explosion in Karampaikulam in the Vavuniya district on March 3.
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March - 3 
Troops at Kallikulam in the Mannar district attacked a LTTE hideout with Rocket Propeller Grenades and killed at least six militants. One soldier was also killed in the incident.
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Troops at Kallikulam in the Mannar district attacked a LTTE hideout with Rocket Propeller Grenades and killed at least six militants. One soldier was also killed in the incident.
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March - 3 
Troops neutralized a LTTE bunker in Chettikulam in the Vavuniya district and killed five cadres on March 3. Four soldiers are reported to have been wounded in the incident.
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Troops neutralized a LTTE bunker in Chettikulam in the Vavuniya district and killed five cadres on March 3. Four soldiers are reported to have been wounded in the incident.
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March - 3 
Two LTTE militants were killed by the troops near a bunker in the jungles in Navathkulam in the Vavuniya district on March 3. On the same day, two more LTTE cadres were killed by the troops in the Karapaikulam area of the same district. In another en
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Two LTTE militants were killed by the troops near a bunker in the jungles in Navathkulam in the Vavuniya district on March 3. On the same day, two more LTTE cadres were killed by the troops in the Karapaikulam area of the same district. In another encounter in Udayanatankulam of the same district, two militants were killed and two others were injured.
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March - 4 
Elsewhere in the State, the Army recovered three anti-personnel mines from Surankote in the Poonch district on March 4.
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Elsewhere in the State, the Army recovered three anti-personnel mines from Surankote in the Poonch district on March 4.
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March - 4 
Irong Kesho of Khongman ‘surrendered’ before the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) outfit for his alleged involvement in the collection of INR 10,000 each from 15 farms on the assurance of providing loan facilities under the Sericul
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Irong Kesho of Khongman ‘surrendered’ before the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) outfit for his alleged involvement in the collection of INR 10,000 each from 15 farms on the assurance of providing loan facilities under the Sericulture Project. Kesho was the Field Inspector of the Sericulture Department.
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March - 4 
Maoists set ablaze two tractors engaged in road construction work near Kakerbeda under Chhote Dongar police station in the Narayanpur district and warned workers to stop the ongoing road construction work.
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Maoists set ablaze two tractors engaged in road construction work near Kakerbeda under Chhote Dongar police station in the Narayanpur district and warned workers to stop the ongoing road construction work.
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March - 4 
Nagen Chandra Nath, Superintending Engineer of the Bongaigaon Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited, was rescued by the police from the captivity of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants in the Karbi Anglong district on March 4-nig
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Nagen Chandra Nath, Superintending Engineer of the Bongaigaon Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited, was rescued by the police from the captivity of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants in the Karbi Anglong district on March 4-night, reports Telegraph. Nath told police that two youths abducted him from his official quarters at Dhaligaon in the Chirang district on January 21, and was kept in an abandoned house in Borapani reserve forest under Hamren subdivision of Karbi Anglong district. Police have also arrested three NDFB militants, identified as, Sunen Narjari, Samon Goyari and Mintu Daimari.
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March - 4 
On March 4, normal life in the State was severely affected when the Military Council faction of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) called for a general strike to observe ‘Black Day’ remembering the killing of its leader, Leibakmacha, along with man
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On March 4, normal life in the State was severely affected when the Military Council faction of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) called for a general strike to observe ‘Black Day’ remembering the killing of its leader, Leibakmacha, along with many other cadres, reports Imphal Free Press.
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March - 4 
On March 4, unidentified militants planted a grenade under the gate of a grocery shop owner, Konsam Bhorot, at Wangjing Bazaar in the same district. The grenade was later defused by the Manipur Police personnel.
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On March 4, unidentified militants planted a grenade under the gate of a grocery shop owner, Konsam Bhorot, at Wangjing Bazaar in the same district. The grenade was later defused by the Manipur Police personnel.
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March - 4 
One child, Guljar Hussain, was killed and two others, Sashi Konwar and Nirmal Gogoi, were wounded in a bomb blast near the Laksminath Bezbaruah Park in Sibsagar town on March 4-evening, according to Assam Tribune. An Oil and Natural Gas Corporation L
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One child, Guljar Hussain, was killed and two others, Sashi Konwar and Nirmal Gogoi, were wounded in a bomb blast near the Laksminath Bezbaruah Park in Sibsagar town on March 4-evening, according to Assam Tribune. An Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. employees’ bus was also damaged in the blast. Guljar was suspected to be the carrier of the bomb. Police suspect that the blast was caused by ULFA at the behest of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) to desecrate the popular celebration of Shivaratri (Hindu festival).
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March - 4 
One militant was killed in an encounter between militants and security forces (SFs) in the Chitti Bandi area of Bandipora district.
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One militant was killed in an encounter between militants and security forces (SFs) in the Chitti Bandi area of Bandipora district.
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March - 4 
Security around Tihar Jail in the national capital New Delhi has been beefed up following intelligence inputs that militants were planning to carry out a suicide attack on the prison complex, The Hindi reported. This information was given in the Lok
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Security around Tihar Jail in the national capital New Delhi has been beefed up following intelligence inputs that militants were planning to carry out a suicide attack on the prison complex, The Hindi reported. This information was given in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) on March 4 by the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, V. Radhika Selvi, in response to a written question from Jayaprada of the Samajwadi Party. The Minister said an intelligence input regarding plans of jihadi terrorist attack on the Tihar Jail was received in September 2007 prompting the authorities to carry out effective changes in the security apparatus around the prison.
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March - 4 
SF personnel recovered one AK-47 rifle with one magazine, eight rounds of ammunition and two wireless sets from a hideout in the Kulgam area of south Kashmir.
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SF personnel recovered one AK-47 rifle with one magazine, eight rounds of ammunition and two wireless sets from a hideout in the Kulgam area of south Kashmir.
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March - 4 
Telegraph quoting police sources reports that the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has set up an office-cum-transit camp in Guwahati for extortion and other illegal activities in violation of its cease-fire with the government. Police loc
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Telegraph quoting police sources reports that the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has set up an office-cum-transit camp in Guwahati for extortion and other illegal activities in violation of its cease-fire with the government. Police located the camp following the confession of two militants, Bhim Boro and Aviram Basumatary alias Anjalu, who were arrested on March 3. An unnamed police official said the extortion campaign was being carried out under the supervision of the ‘3rd Battalion commander’, Bhupen Boro. He said, “A police team raided the office-cum-transit camp and seized CDs and several incriminating documents, including extortion notices.” He added that nobody was in the house during the raid, and no arms and ammunition were found either. The owner of the house, Harsha Sharma, told police that two youths who identified themselves as Robin Boro and Babul Boro became his tenants three months ago. The CDs contain video footage of NDFB ‘chairman’ Ransaigra Nabla Daimari alias Ranjan Daimari, addressing his cadres in a camp somewhere in Bangladesh on June 5, 2007. “The arrested militants confessed that there were two M-20 pistols in their office-cum-transit camp. It is a serious violation of the ceasefire ground rules, which stipulate that an NDFB member should stay in a designated camp and not move about with weapons,” the official said. Investigators believe there were at least six NDFB militants in the camp and that four of them managed to escape after Bhim and Aviram’s arrest. “Going by the information available to us now, the outfit is targeting professionals, businessmen and government officials,” the official said. The report added that some NDFB militants are working even for ULFA to make easy money.
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March - 4 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a civilian, identified as Sodhi Darra, in the Chintalnar police station area of Dantewada district on March 4-morning, according to Chhattisgarh 24x7. A pamphlet recovered from the incide
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a civilian, identified as Sodhi Darra, in the Chintalnar police station area of Dantewada district on March 4-morning, according to Chhattisgarh 24x7. A pamphlet recovered from the incident site allegedly branded the victim as a police informer.
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March - 4 
The Minister told the Lok Sabha that the government has received “credible intelligence inputs” about terrorist threats to places of religious worship in the country. “There are credible intelligence inputs on possible terrorist attacks on various re
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The Minister told the Lok Sabha that the government has received “credible intelligence inputs” about terrorist threats to places of religious worship in the country. “There are credible intelligence inputs on possible terrorist attacks on various religious places in the country” Jaiswal informed the House in a written reply to a question posed by V. K. Malhotra, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) deputy leader in the house. “The complete details about such threats cannot be divulged in public interest”, Jaiswal added.
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March - 4 
The Sambalpur district police arrested two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, identified as Bhagaban Jhankar and Govind Jal, who were involved in several incidents of murder and kidnapping besides setting ablaze government propertie
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The Sambalpur district police arrested two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, identified as Bhagaban Jhankar and Govind Jal, who were involved in several incidents of murder and kidnapping besides setting ablaze government properties, reports The Hindu. Superintendent of Police Sanjay Kumar said on March 4 that the arrest occurred a few days earlier, adding that the duo had also carried out a surveillance for a possible attack on the Bargarh district armoury.
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March - 4 
The Union Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, informed the Lok Sabha (lower house of Parliament) on March 4 that most individuals and terrorist groups operating in India have linkages with groups and agencies across the border, mainly in
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The Union Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, informed the Lok Sabha (lower house of Parliament) on March 4 that most individuals and terrorist groups operating in India have linkages with groups and agencies across the border, mainly in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), reports Times of India. Jaiswal, while replying to questions said that the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HUJI), Hizb-ul Mujahideen (HM) were among the terrorist groups having international networks. Security and intelligence agencies closely monitor the activities of such groups and networks and relevant information and inputs in this regard are regularly shared with the State governments, he said. He further said that in view of the external imperatives of the terrorist activities and violence in various parts of India, action is also being taken at the international level through bilateral and multilateral cooperation to check and counter terrorism and several institutional mechanisms have been developed towards this end.
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March - 4 
Two militants belonging to the ‘28 Battalion’ of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), identified as Tapan Baruah alias Arun Baruah and Parikshit Chettry, were shot dead by the Assam Police during an encounter at Thanubam village under Barbarua
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Two militants belonging to the ‘28 Battalion’ of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), identified as Tapan Baruah alias Arun Baruah and Parikshit Chettry, were shot dead by the Assam Police during an encounter at Thanubam village under Barbaruah police station in the Dibrugarh district on March 4-morning, reports Telegraph. Two pistols, some ammunition, explosives, three cell phones and some documents were recovered from the encounter site. Dibrugarh district Superintendent of Police, Anurag Agarwal, said, “Our men were fired upon from a house around 3.45 this morning to which we retaliated and in the ensuing gunbattle, two of them were killed. A search is on to trace the others.”
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March - 4 
Two persons, identified as Abdul Hamid and Jana, were killed and five others sustained injuries when a grenade exploded in a house in the Shopian area of Pulwama district on March 4, Daily Excelsior reported.
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Two persons, identified as Abdul Hamid and Jana, were killed and five others sustained injuries when a grenade exploded in a house in the Shopian area of Pulwama district on March 4, Daily Excelsior reported.
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March - 4 
Eight persons were killed and 24 others sustained injuries when two suicide bombers blew themselves up in the parking area of the Pakistan Navy War College in Lahore on March 4, according to The News. The incident occurred at around 1:10 pm (PST) whe
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Eight persons were killed and 24 others sustained injuries when two suicide bombers blew themselves up in the parking area of the Pakistan Navy War College in Lahore on March 4, according to The News. The incident occurred at around 1:10 pm (PST) when classes in the Pakistan Navy War College were in progress. Eyewitnesses and police officials said five Navy officials and two suicide bombers died on the spot while one Navy official succumbed to injuries at a hospital. The incident occurred when a suicide bomber, riding a motorcycle, rammed into the college gate and blew himself up while making way for his accomplice to the parking lot, which was packed with official vehicles. The second suicide bomber, who was standing at some distance from the gate, rushed to the parking lot and triggered his explosive device. Capital City Police Officer Malik Iqbal said that two suicide bombers had exploded themselves up at the entrance of the college parking lot. He disclosed that the first blast was of low intensity while the other was quite powerful, which caused major destruction. According to Daily Times, the second explosion caused four cars and two buses in the parking lot to catch fire, causing a third explosion at around 1.11pm. A fourth blast was also reported but it could not be confirmed.
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March - 4 
Four militants and a villager were killed in a gun-battle which erupted in the Khankhel area of Lakki Marwat district of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 4 after the abduction of a union council official and his two associates. Two of
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Four militants and a villager were killed in a gun-battle which erupted in the Khankhel area of Lakki Marwat district of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 4 after the abduction of a union council official and his two associates. Two of the militants were Uzbek nationals while the rest were tribal Wazirs, District Police Officer Romail Akram told Dawn, adding that an Uzbek militant had been arrested. Bakhmal Union Council official Malik Mohammad Idrees Khan and associates Musawwir Gul and Hayatullah were coming to Serai Gambila when five armed militants intercepted their car near Manzar Faqeer area and abducted them, said Deputy Superintendent of Police Umar Faraz Khattak. A heavy contingent of police and Frontier Constabulary personnel were subsequently sent to the area to ensure that the abducted people were not taken to the tribal belt. Armed volunteers, sources said, surrounded the militants at a place near Khankhel, held talks with them and got the three persons freed. However, the villagers refused the militants’ demand for a safe passage and in the ensuing encounter, five persons were killed.
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March - 4 
Cadres of the Madheshi Mukti Tigers (MMT) shot dead Uday Yadav, a Nepali Congress member of Mahottari district, at Mangalpur Bazaar in the Dhanusha district on March 4, reports Kantipuronline.
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Cadres of the Madheshi Mukti Tigers (MMT) shot dead Uday Yadav, a Nepali Congress member of Mahottari district, at Mangalpur Bazaar in the Dhanusha district on March 4, reports Kantipuronline.
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March - 4 
Senior Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai has said that the Maoists will launch a new revolution if they lose the forthcoming Constituent Assembly election, reports Nepal News. Addressing an election rally in the Bhachhek village of Gorkha district, Bha
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Senior Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai has said that the Maoists will launch a new revolution if they lose the forthcoming Constituent Assembly election, reports Nepal News. Addressing an election rally in the Bhachhek village of Gorkha district, Bhattarai said "If we lose, there will be a new type of revolution," without elaborating. He also said that no other political party can address the agenda raised by them. "To fulfill the agenda raised by Maoists, we must win the election. There is no question of losing it," Bhattarai said.
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March - 4 
On March 4, Police recovered eight bombs from a bathroom attached to the students’ dormitory of Mukta hostel of Rangpur Medical College, reports Daily Star.
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On March 4, Police recovered eight bombs from a bathroom attached to the students’ dormitory of Mukta hostel of Rangpur Medical College, reports Daily Star.
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March - 4 
A day earlier, the troops destroyed a LTTE fire position in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district and killed one militant.
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A day earlier, the troops destroyed a LTTE fire position in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district and killed one militant.
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March - 4 
Army troops took under control Pallaikuli east and a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cross-loading point on the Uyilankulam-Andankulam road in Mannar district (about 2.5 sq km in total) on March 4-morning, according to army sources. Troops re
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Army troops took under control Pallaikuli east and a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cross-loading point on the Uyilankulam-Andankulam road in Mannar district (about 2.5 sq km in total) on March 4-morning, according to army sources. Troops reportedly broke into the LTTE dominated Pallaikuli east area and killed seven militants, including three women cadres, and injured five others.
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March - 4 
On March 4, Super Sonic jets of the Sri Lanka Air Force bombed the Kalmunai point in Pooneryn in the Jaffna district and its surrounding LTTE hideouts, from where militants used to direct artillery and mortar fire.
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On March 4, Super Sonic jets of the Sri Lanka Air Force bombed the Kalmunai point in Pooneryn in the Jaffna district and its surrounding LTTE hideouts, from where militants used to direct artillery and mortar fire.
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March - 4 
On March 4, the troops attacked a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunker in the Palaimodai area of Mannar district and killed at least three militants, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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On March 4, the troops attacked a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunker in the Palaimodai area of Mannar district and killed at least three militants, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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March - 5 
According to Nagaland Post, unidentified militants hurled a bomb at the residence of I. Imkong, Congress Legislature Party leader, at Sangtemla ward in the Mokokchung town on March 5-night. Imkong was also the Congress party candidate from 29 Jangp
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According to Nagaland Post, unidentified militants hurled a bomb at the residence of I. Imkong, Congress Legislature Party leader, at Sangtemla ward in the Mokokchung town on March 5-night. Imkong was also the Congress party candidate from 29 Jangpetkong Assembly Constituency in the elections held on March 5. However, no one was injured in the blast.
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March - 5 
According to New Indian Express, the Jharkhand Police have destroyed large amounts of poppy cultivation allegedly grown by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the Ghaghra area of Gumla district. "It cannot be said very clearly, but of
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According to New Indian Express, the Jharkhand Police have destroyed large amounts of poppy cultivation allegedly grown by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the Ghaghra area of Gumla district. "It cannot be said very clearly, but of late, cases of opium farming have come from the militancy-hit areas. It cannot be denied that it is the rebels who benefit from opium plantations," said Vinod Kumar, Station House Officer in Ghaghra-Gumla station.
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March - 5 
According to The Hindu, approximately 85 percent of over 13 lakh voters exercised their franchise in Nagaland, which went to poll on March 5 to elect a new 60-member Legislative Assembly. Polling was by and large peaceful barring some stray incidents
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According to The Hindu, approximately 85 percent of over 13 lakh voters exercised their franchise in Nagaland, which went to poll on March 5 to elect a new 60-member Legislative Assembly. Polling was by and large peaceful barring some stray incidents of miscreants damaging electronic voting machines (EVMs) and complaints of booth capturing lodged by some candidates. Z. Angami, Officer on Special Duty at the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Nagaland, said that the polling figures of Zunheboto district were still awaited and the final figure of polling in the State would be arrived at after getting inputs from the district. There were reports of miscreants damaging EVM in five places of Wokha and Phek districts. Angami said complaints of booth capturing had been lodged in some places. The counting of votes will be taken up on March 8.
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March - 5 
Five Maoists, including three ‘commanders’ and a cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and a ‘zonal committee secretary’ of the Prathighatana group, surrendered to the district police at Warangal in the presence of Superintendent
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Five Maoists, including three ‘commanders’ and a cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and a ‘zonal committee secretary’ of the Prathighatana group, surrendered to the district police at Warangal in the presence of Superintendent of Police Soumya Mishra on March 5, The Hindu reported. The surrendered included Kukunoor Local Organising Squad (LOS) ‘commander’, P. Sammaiah alias Naveen (carrying a head money of INR 200000) and his wife M. Pushpa, Narsampet LOS ‘commander’ Kadari Bhaskar alias Ramesh, and ‘commander’ P. Lakshmi alias Pushpa of the CPI-Maoist and Peddapalli zonal committee secretary of the Prathighatana group, K. Chinni Krishna alias Anil.
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March - 5 
IANS reports that a policeman of the Special Operation Group (SOG), identified as Rabindra Patra, sustained injuries during a gunfight with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the Malkangiri district on March 4-evening. The Ma
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IANS reports that a policeman of the Special Operation Group (SOG), identified as Rabindra Patra, sustained injuries during a gunfight with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the Malkangiri district on March 4-evening. The Maoists attacked SOG personnel when they were combing the forests near Biliguda, Urbelguda and Kandapali villages of MV 79 area. During a subsequent search operation, the SOG personnel recovered Maoist uniforms and literature as well as food items from the encounter site.
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Imphal Free Press reports that six militant outfits have been demanding share from the funds released to the gram panchayats (village level local self-government institutions) for development of rural areas. Four of them have already withdrawn their
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Imphal Free Press reports that six militant outfits have been demanding share from the funds released to the gram panchayats (village level local self-government institutions) for development of rural areas. Four of them have already withdrawn their demands after negotiations but two of them are still pressing for a percentage despite strong pleas from the panchayat members. The elected representatives sat in protest against such demand in front of the office complex of Imphal East District Collector since March 5. They warned to submit mass resignation if the underground groups do not withdraw their demand on them by March 7 (today).
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March - 5 
In a statement, Home Minister Shivraj Patil told Parliament that the government was aware of the activities of the Maoists and the threats posed by them in Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra states and it is following a multiface
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In a statement, Home Minister Shivraj Patil told Parliament that the government was aware of the activities of the Maoists and the threats posed by them in Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra states and it is following a multifaceted and integrated policy to deal with Maoist violence, according to United Press International. “The government is pursuing a multifaceted and integrated policy and strategy for dealing with this menace. This includes action on the security front to effectively counter and check violence by Naxalites, create a secure environment and promote development and economic growth in the affected areas with the objective of providing the necessary economic and social infrastructure and employment opportunities,” he said.
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March - 5 
Militants shot dead a surrendered militant, identified as Nasir Hussain, at Masjid Mohalla in the Nowgam area of Kishtwar district.
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Militants shot dead a surrendered militant, identified as Nasir Hussain, at Masjid Mohalla in the Nowgam area of Kishtwar district.
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March - 5 
On March 5, a major attack was averted in Dimapur when Assam Rifles (AR) personnel recovered lethal weapons meant to attack polling booths during Nagaland Assembly election, according to Sentinel. Official sources said the AR personnel intercepted a
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On March 5, a major attack was averted in Dimapur when Assam Rifles (AR) personnel recovered lethal weapons meant to attack polling booths during Nagaland Assembly election, according to Sentinel. Official sources said the AR personnel intercepted a vehicle, carrying a mine, two hand grenades and two AK-47 rifles. The arms were recovered but the occupants managed to flee, the sources said adding the weapons were brought to attack some polling stations.
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On March 5, the Assam Rifles said their troops had arrested two United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants during a search operation in the Lamdeng Khunou area of Imphal West district, according to Sentinel.
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On March 5, the Assam Rifles said their troops had arrested two United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants during a search operation in the Lamdeng Khunou area of Imphal West district, according to Sentinel.
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March - 5 
One person was injured when United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants exploded a bomb near the District Magistrate's office at Lakhimpur on March 5, according to UNI.
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One person was injured when United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants exploded a bomb near the District Magistrate's office at Lakhimpur on March 5, according to UNI.
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March - 5 
Remnants of Sikh militants abroad are helping attempts to revive an insurgency in Punjab, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh warned in a letter obtained on March 5, AFP reported. In a letter to the guardians of Sikhism's holiest shrine, the Golden Tem
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Remnants of Sikh militants abroad are helping attempts to revive an insurgency in Punjab, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh warned in a letter obtained on March 5, AFP reported. In a letter to the guardians of Sikhism's holiest shrine, the Golden Temple in Amritsar, the Prime Minister said die-hard separatists were receiving support from sympathisers living overseas. "The government and our agencies have credible information of efforts being made by extremist groups to revive militancy in Punjab," the premier said in the letter. "Much of this is concentrated in countries abroad like the United Kingdom, Germany, Canada and especially Pakistan, where such groups receive a great deal of encouragement from remnants of extremist groups as well as support from other hostile forces," he wrote. Singh was responding to an appeal for a review of an official "blacklist" of most-wanted insurgents who fled India at the peak of the insurgency in Punjab.
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March - 5 
Security forces (SFs) have killed a holed up militant in the overnight operation at Chitti Bandi in the Bandipora district, according to Daily Excelsior. One militant had died in the initial round of firing and another was trapped inside a residentia
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Security forces (SFs) have killed a holed up militant in the overnight operation at Chitti Bandi in the Bandipora district, according to Daily Excelsior. One militant had died in the initial round of firing and another was trapped inside a residential house on March 5-night. Sources said that troops destroyed the target hideout, killing the holed up militant. Official sources said that one of the two slain militants was identified as Abu Abdullah alias Mohammad Saleem, a Pakistani national. They stated that both the militants belonged to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). Two AK-47 rifles, eight magazines, two pouches and cash worth INR 2,700 were recovered from their possession. A defence spokesman stated that both the militants were killed at a time when they were planning a strike on the former counter-insurgent and current legislator from Bandipora, Usman Majeed.
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March - 5 
SFs killed two unidentified militants during an encounter on a snowbound track between Peth Wudar and Mooldari, Bangus, in the Handwara district. Officials said the movement of at least two to three more militants of the group had been established in
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SFs killed two unidentified militants during an encounter on a snowbound track between Peth Wudar and Mooldari, Bangus, in the Handwara district. Officials said the movement of at least two to three more militants of the group had been established in the area which has about four ft of snow.
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March - 5 
The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Chief, Hagrama Mohillary, urged the NDFB militants on March 5 to shun violence and consider negotiations. Addressing a press conference in Kokrajhar, he said that he would be happy to help further the peace proc
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The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Chief, Hagrama Mohillary, urged the NDFB militants on March 5 to shun violence and consider negotiations. Addressing a press conference in Kokrajhar, he said that he would be happy to help further the peace process with the Centre. Mohilary also said that he would gladly make up with the chief of NDFB for the sake of the Bodo community
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March - 5 
The government will raise 35 paramilitary battalions to combat the Maoists and others posing internal security threats, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Prakash Jaiswal, stated in the Rajya Sabha (Upper house of Parliament) on March 5,
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The government will raise 35 paramilitary battalions to combat the Maoists and others posing internal security threats, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Prakash Jaiswal, stated in the Rajya Sabha (Upper house of Parliament) on March 5, reports IANS. "The union government has recently approved the raising of 35 additional India Reserve Battalions (IRBs) during 2007-08 to 2009-10, to be sanctioned, as per the internal security situation and requirements, to various states, including those affected by Naxalite (left-wing extremism) activities," Jaiswal said. The minister said that 26 IRBS had been already sanctioned to aid the police in Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Orissa, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. The Home Ministry also asked State governments to fill up long-pending vacancies in police forces and raise specialised units trained in counter-insurgency and jungle warfare.
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March - 5 
The Narcotics Control Board (NCB) said that there was no evidence to suggest that Maoists are involved in illegal drug business, reports PTI. "There is absolutely no report to corroborate (the allegation). We have some anecdotal reports, media report
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The Narcotics Control Board (NCB) said that there was no evidence to suggest that Maoists are involved in illegal drug business, reports PTI. "There is absolutely no report to corroborate (the allegation). We have some anecdotal reports, media reports about it, but nothing concrete," NCB Director General K C Verma said. However, he added that the Maoists may be extracting money from farmers who illegally cultivate poppy.
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March - 5 
A peace jirga (council) held in Swat on March 5 blamed the intelligence agencies for the prevailing terrorist threat in the region, alleging that TNSM leader Maulana Fazlullah was a mere tool that must surrender to the authorities. “The government [s
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A peace jirga (council) held in Swat on March 5 blamed the intelligence agencies for the prevailing terrorist threat in the region, alleging that TNSM leader Maulana Fazlullah was a mere tool that must surrender to the authorities. “The government [should] hold talks with the intelligence agencies instead of the local Taliban, as the agencies and Maulana Fazlullah are one and the same in the Swat conflict, while the government is their opponent,” the peace jirga alleged. Addressing a press conference following the jirga, tribal elders — Mukhtar Yusafzai, Sher Shah Khan, Khurshid Kaka Jee, Al-Haj Zahid Khan, Fazal Maula Khan and Adalat Khan — announced a movement to restore peace to Swat and other parts of the region. “Maulana Fazlullah is a criminal and must repent the sins he committed at the behest of the intelligence agencies,” the elders said.
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March - 5 
According to Dawn, a soldier of the Rangers was killed and another sustained injuries when their vehicle hit a landmine on the Sui road near Kashmore late on March 4-night. Reports said that a party of Rangers was patrolling the road to keep watch ov
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According to Dawn, a soldier of the Rangers was killed and another sustained injuries when their vehicle hit a landmine on the Sui road near Kashmore late on March 4-night. Reports said that a party of Rangers was patrolling the road to keep watch over a gas pipeline laid from Sui to Punjab and Balochistan, when their vehicle hit a landmine and blew up with huge explosion.
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March - 5 
An al Qaeda militant involved in the killing of an American diplomat was sentenced to death in Karachi on March 5, The Post reported. One of the accused, however, was acquitted for lack of evidence. US diplomat David Foy and three others died when an
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An al Qaeda militant involved in the killing of an American diplomat was sentenced to death in Karachi on March 5, The Post reported. One of the accused, however, was acquitted for lack of evidence. US diplomat David Foy and three others died when an attacker rammed a vehicle laden with explosives into his car on March 2, 2006 in Karachi. The police later arrested the two suspects - Anwarul Haq and Usman Ghani - and said they had admitted their involvement in the attack. The government prosecutor said the anti-terrorism court sentenced Haq to death for murder and committing an act of terrorism.
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March - 5 
Gunship helicopters bombed the hideouts of suspected militants in Ghut Piyochar. However, there were no reports of any casualties. Further, in the Namal area of Matta, an unspecified number of militants surrendered themselves to the security forces.
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Gunship helicopters bombed the hideouts of suspected militants in Ghut Piyochar. However, there were no reports of any casualties. Further, in the Namal area of Matta, an unspecified number of militants surrendered themselves to the security forces.
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March - 5 
On March 5, police defused two bombs near a petrol pump in the Chiryal area of Matta sub-division in the Swat district.
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On March 5, police defused two bombs near a petrol pump in the Chiryal area of Matta sub-division in the Swat district.
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March - 5 
Police in Lahore have arrested at least 13 persons in connection with the March 4-suicide attack on the Naval War College. “The original chassis number of the motorcycle, which had been tampered with, was traced with the help of the Forensic Science
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Police in Lahore have arrested at least 13 persons in connection with the March 4-suicide attack on the Naval War College. “The original chassis number of the motorcycle, which had been tampered with, was traced with the help of the Forensic Science Laboratory. Police then took several people, including two motorcycle dealers, into custody for interrogation,” sources privy to the investigation told Dawn on March 5.
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March - 5 
Police in the Lakki Marwat district of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 5 arrested four militants and recovered some arms and ammunition after an exchange of fire in the Baistkhel area, The News reported. The militants had come to the
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Police in the Lakki Marwat district of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 5 arrested four militants and recovered some arms and ammunition after an exchange of fire in the Baistkhel area, The News reported. The militants had come to the area for sabotage as a day earlier four of their accomplices were killed in an encounter with the troops and villagers near Khankhel. An official said the arrival of another group of militants a day after the fighting might be aimed at avenging the killing of their colleagues.
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March - 5 
Police recovered a cache of explosives from a truck in the Yaka Ghund area of Ghalanai, headquarters of Mohmand Agency in the FATA, and arrested two persons on charges of smuggling the contraband, Daily Times reported. The seizure included 36,000 det
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Police recovered a cache of explosives from a truck in the Yaka Ghund area of Ghalanai, headquarters of Mohmand Agency in the FATA, and arrested two persons on charges of smuggling the contraband, Daily Times reported. The seizure included 36,000 detonators, 1,000 safety fuses and 140 cartons of explosives.
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Security forces on March 5 foiled an attempt to blow up two bridges linking Dera Bugti with the other areas. Police sources said that three suspected militants had been arrested and 40kg of high explosives and two remote-controlled bombs seized from
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Security forces on March 5 foiled an attempt to blow up two bridges linking Dera Bugti with the other areas. Police sources said that three suspected militants had been arrested and 40kg of high explosives and two remote-controlled bombs seized from the area during a search operation.
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March - 5 
Staff of the Attock Cement Factory going in a van to Karachi narrowly escaped an explosion in the Sakran area of Hub. A bomb planted on a road exploded when the van was passing through the area.
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Staff of the Attock Cement Factory going in a van to Karachi narrowly escaped an explosion in the Sakran area of Hub. A bomb planted on a road exploded when the van was passing through the area.
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March - 5 
Gyan Bahadur Rai, a local chief of the Young Communist League (YCL) in Barhabise Village Development Committee of Sankhuwasabha district, severely assaulted and injured a woman, Bishnumaya Rai, on March 5 following a domestic dispute.
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Gyan Bahadur Rai, a local chief of the Young Communist League (YCL) in Barhabise Village Development Committee of Sankhuwasabha district, severely assaulted and injured a woman, Bishnumaya Rai, on March 5 following a domestic dispute.
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March - 5 
Five teachers and five office clerks of the Rangpur Carmichael College have been transferred to different colleges after intelligence agencies and the education department found them responsible for instigating activists of the Islami Chhatra Shibir
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Five teachers and five office clerks of the Rangpur Carmichael College have been transferred to different colleges after intelligence agencies and the education department found them responsible for instigating activists of the Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) to go on rampage on the college campus on February 6.
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March - 5 
The United States State Department on March 5 labelled Harakat-ul Jihad-al-Islami-Bangladesh (HuJI-B) as a foreign terrorist organisation (FTO), reports Daily Star. The outfit was previously put on the list of 'Other Terrorist Oragnisations' in 2003
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The United States State Department on March 5 labelled Harakat-ul Jihad-al-Islami-Bangladesh (HuJI-B) as a foreign terrorist organisation (FTO), reports Daily Star. The outfit was previously put on the list of 'Other Terrorist Oragnisations' in 2003 by the US. A press release to this effect by the state department said, “The leader of HuJI-B signed the February 1998 fatwa sponsored by Usama bin Ladin [sic] that declared American civilians to be legitimate targets for attack. Since then, HuJI-B has been implicated in a number of terrorist attacks in Bangladesh and abroad.” Signed by US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, the Executive Order 13224, criminalises providing material support to HuJI-B by US citizens or people living under US jurisdictions, and freezes all HuJI-B property and interests in the US and in areas under US jurisdiction. The designation also enables the US to deny visas to HuJI-B representatives, and requires US financial institutions to freeze assets held by HuJI-B.
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March - 5 
In an encounter between the two sides in the Nochchikulam area of Mannar district, the troops killed one militant.
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In an encounter between the two sides in the Nochchikulam area of Mannar district, the troops killed one militant.
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March - 5 
Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara on March 5 appealed to the public to be vigilant when leaving vehicles parked unattended as intelligence reports warned that the LTTE may resort to their latest tactics of fixing magnet bombs on these ve
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Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara on March 5 appealed to the public to be vigilant when leaving vehicles parked unattended as intelligence reports warned that the LTTE may resort to their latest tactics of fixing magnet bombs on these vehicles, Daily News reported. He also stated that the LTTE is reportedly allowing their female cadres to take their children to bunker lines on the forward defenses which is evident from the recoveries made by the security forces after capturing the outfit’s bunkers in the Uyilankulam cross loading point in Mannar on March 4. He added that the LTTE has changed its earlier policy by allowing their cadres to get married and have now allowed women cadres to take their children with them to guard bunkers
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March - 5 
On March 5, one soldier was killed and another sustained injuries in an LTTE-triggered improvised explosive device explosion in the Eluwankulama sector of the Puttalam sector.
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On March 5, one soldier was killed and another sustained injuries in an LTTE-triggered improvised explosive device explosion in the Eluwankulama sector of the Puttalam sector.
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March - 5 
One more LTTE militant was killed by the troops in the Vedamakulam area of Vavuniya district. Elsewhere, one more LTTE militant was killed by the troops in the Karamakkulam area.
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One more LTTE militant was killed by the troops in the Vedamakulam area of Vavuniya district. Elsewhere, one more LTTE militant was killed by the troops in the Karamakkulam area.
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March - 5 
The Sri Lanka government said that more than 100 soldiers were killed and 800 were wounded in the fighting against the LTTE during February 2008, reports Colombo Page. Health Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva told Parliament on March 5, "The number of
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The Sri Lanka government said that more than 100 soldiers were killed and 800 were wounded in the fighting against the LTTE during February 2008, reports Colombo Page. Health Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva told Parliament on March 5, "The number of security personnel killed last month was 104, while another 822 soldiers and police were wounded. Some 80 civilians were killed and 201 wounded in February."
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March - 5 
The troops attacked an identified LTTE bunker in the Manthota area on March 5 and killed five militants, according to Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while three more sustained injuries in the incident.
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The troops attacked an identified LTTE bunker in the Manthota area on March 5 and killed five militants, according to Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while three more sustained injuries in the incident.
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March - 5 
The troops neutralized another LTTE bunker in the Vilattikulam area of Vavuniya district, killing three militants.
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The troops neutralized another LTTE bunker in the Vilattikulam area of Vavuniya district, killing three militants.
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March - 5 
Two policemen were injured when LTTE cadres triggered a claymore mine targeting police personnel who were engaged in a route clearing patrol on March 5 (today) morning at Madukanda in the Vavuniya district. The explosion also damaged the high-tension
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Two policemen were injured when LTTE cadres triggered a claymore mine targeting police personnel who were engaged in a route clearing patrol on March 5 (today) morning at Madukanda in the Vavuniya district. The explosion also damaged the high-tension power distribution line providing electricity to the area.
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March - 6 
According to Times of India, seven tribal villages - Dhiri, Mahoutkhodra, Mundidadar, Raeily, Godradi, Bhave and Malaida - with a population of 1,200, mostly Gond and Baiga tribes in the border areas of Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, have been evac
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According to Times of India, seven tribal villages - Dhiri, Mahoutkhodra, Mundidadar, Raeily, Godradi, Bhave and Malaida - with a population of 1,200, mostly Gond and Baiga tribes in the border areas of Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, have been evacuated since February 10 after Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres demanded that a youth from each family to join their outfit. The Madhya Pradesh (MP) government, however, claimed the evacuation was not at the behest of the administration, rather villagers wanted to leave their remote forest homes. A plot of land at Lanji (Balaghat district, MP) has been taken for rehabilitation of the tribals who have refused to go back to their forest dwellings. Though the MP government claims that only one village falls in the state, Lanji legislator, Kishore Samrite told that of the seven, four villages are in MP and three in Chhattisgarh.
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March - 6 
Assam government admitted in the State Assembly on March 6 that Bangladesh-based jehadi groups are active in the State, according to Assam Tribune. Assam Forest Minister Rockybul Hussain made this admission through a statement on behalf of the Chief
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Assam government admitted in the State Assembly on March 6 that Bangladesh-based jehadi groups are active in the State, according to Assam Tribune. Assam Forest Minister Rockybul Hussain made this admission through a statement on behalf of the Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi. Hussain also admitted that several insurgent groups of the State and other parts of the Northeast region are taking shelter in the neighbouring Bangladesh.
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March - 6 
Elsewhere in the State, security forces recovered seven kg of RDX, one wireless set, four AK magazines, 130 rounds and three pistol rounds in the Budhal area of Doda district.
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Elsewhere in the State, security forces recovered seven kg of RDX, one wireless set, four AK magazines, 130 rounds and three pistol rounds in the Budhal area of Doda district.
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March - 6 
Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh, while responding to a question raised by one Legislator L. Nandakumar on March 6, informed the State Assembly House that altogether 1296 militants were arrested by security forces during 2007 and 163 of them
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Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh, while responding to a question raised by one Legislator L. Nandakumar on March 6, informed the State Assembly House that altogether 1296 militants were arrested by security forces during 2007 and 163 of them were detained under section 3 (3) of the National Security Act (NSA) 1980, reports Sangai Express. Replying to another question put up by Nandakumar, the Chief Minister stated that 776 weapons of various types were seized from underground organisations between April 2002 and February 15, 2008. Of these weapons, 250 were seized by police while the 426 were recovered by paramilitary forces, he mentioned.
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March - 6 
On March 6, Police in Hyderabad claimed to have arrested an agent of the Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), identified as Billah following leads provided by a terror suspect in Karnataka. Billah was reporte
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On March 6, Police in Hyderabad claimed to have arrested an agent of the Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), identified as Billah following leads provided by a terror suspect in Karnataka. Billah was reportedly named by Raziuddin Naser, who was arrested in Karnataka in January in connection with a plot to carry out terror strikes in Goa and Hyderabad. Some sensitive documents and compact discs have reportedly been recovered from Billah. The arrested person had previously been booked for two cases filed in late 2004. Hyderabad Police Commissioner, D Prasada Rao told CNN-IBN, “Billah was the person who helped Naser go underground and helped hide him after the twin blasts in Hyderabad. He is involved in Jihadi activities.”
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March - 6 
On March 6, police personnel recovered and later defused one Chinese hand grenade that was deposited by hand grenades at the residence of one Oinam Roshan Singh, councilor of the Imphal Municipality, at Singjamei Oinam Thingel. The bomb was defused b
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On March 6, police personnel recovered and later defused one Chinese hand grenade that was deposited by hand grenades at the residence of one Oinam Roshan Singh, councilor of the Imphal Municipality, at Singjamei Oinam Thingel. The bomb was defused by at a open place at Kiyamgei Loukon. Another hand grenade was deposited by suspected militants at a brick field owned by one Naorem Gobardon, at Tezpur in Langmeithong Kakching. Police defused tonated the same at an open place at Ponthapokpi Chingol.
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March - 6 
One self-styled ‘captain’ of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) was arrested by AR personnel in connection with an extortion case, reports United News of India.
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One self-styled ‘captain’ of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) was arrested by AR personnel in connection with an extortion case, reports United News of India.
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March - 6 
Tarun Gogoi told the Assembly on the same day that the State government is still keeping its doors open for talks with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the outfit should reciprocate by coming forward without any preconditions. Gogoi sai
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Tarun Gogoi told the Assembly on the same day that the State government is still keeping its doors open for talks with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the outfit should reciprocate by coming forward without any preconditions. Gogoi said, “While there can be no discussion on sovereignty, the ULFA issue has to be resolved politically. We are open for talks without any precondition and let them give no condition either.”
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March - 6 
Three cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Madhi Desa alias Rama alias Damodar, Madhi Lachha alias Nagraj and Madhi Dula alias Durga and one sangham (a group of hardcore over-ground cadres) member of the outfit, i
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Three cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Madhi Desa alias Rama alias Damodar, Madhi Lachha alias Nagraj and Madhi Dula alias Durga and one sangham (a group of hardcore over-ground cadres) member of the outfit, identified as Madhi Kanta alias Kosa, were arrested by police at Sankelguda village under Motu police station in the Malkangiri district, on March 6-night, reports The Hindu. Superintendent of Police, Satish Kumar Gajbhiye informed that Madhi Desa was involved in the killing of former Motu police station in-charge, D Mishra. A large number of Maoist posters, literature, and a manual displaying operation of rocket launcher, bomb and landmine, an attendance register with daily routine work of Maoists were seized from their possession. Some primary school text books were also recovered from the incident site.
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March - 6 
Three members of a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member’s family, including his father and two minor daughters, were killed while the VDC member himself, Mushtaq Ahmed, was injured along with four other family members in a suspected grenade attack
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Three members of a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member’s family, including his father and two minor daughters, were killed while the VDC member himself, Mushtaq Ahmed, was injured along with four other family members in a suspected grenade attack on his house at remote Soni Top in the Handar village of Reasi district on March 6, Daily Excelsior reported.
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March - 6 
According to The Post, the security forces on March 6 arrested six suspected militants in the Matta sub-division of Swat district in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) and recovered mortars, rocket launchers and hand grenades. The security force
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According to The Post, the security forces on March 6 arrested six suspected militants in the Matta sub-division of Swat district in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) and recovered mortars, rocket launchers and hand grenades. The security forces are also reported to have attacked hideouts of militants in the Peochar area on late March 5-night. However, no casualties were reported. Sources said the troops recovered a 15-kg bomb from Peochar after suspected militants escaped from the incident site following an exchange of fire for several hours.
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March - 6 
One soldier was killed and two others sustained injuries when a military truck struck a landmine near Dera Bugti in Balochistan on March 6, AP reported. The vehicle was reportedly carrying troops on a routine patrol when it hit the landmine, local po
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One soldier was killed and two others sustained injuries when a military truck struck a landmine near Dera Bugti in Balochistan on March 6, AP reported. The vehicle was reportedly carrying troops on a routine patrol when it hit the landmine, local police chief Najmuddin Tareen said. One paramilitary soldier was killed and two others were wounded, he said.
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March - 6 
Police in Lahore on March 6 arrested three suspected suicide bombers of a defunct militant outfit who were planning attacks on prominent personalities, according to The Post. They also recovered 50 kilogram explosive material, four suicide jackets,
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Police in Lahore on March 6 arrested three suspected suicide bombers of a defunct militant outfit who were planning attacks on prominent personalities, according to The Post. They also recovered 50 kilogram explosive material, four suicide jackets, two bottles of explosive chemical and a bundle of electric detonators from their possession. Capital City Police Officer Malik Muhammad Iqbal told a news conference that the police had information that three bombers were coming to Lahore from the FATA with explosive material. The police subsequently raided the Shafiqabad area and arrested the three bombers identified as Abdul Majid Rashid alias Wali Hasan of Rahimyar Khan, Qamar Saleem of Gujranwala and Nadeem Shehzad alias Qari of Kot Radha Kishan. However, their group identity was not disclosed.
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March - 6 
Daily Star reports that two cadres of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) were arrested at Bahalguri village under Bhurungamari sub-district in the Kurigram village on March 6. The arrested have been identified as Nashirul Haque Bintu and Hafiz
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Daily Star reports that two cadres of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) were arrested at Bahalguri village under Bhurungamari sub-district in the Kurigram village on March 6. The arrested have been identified as Nashirul Haque Bintu and Hafizur Rahman Raju. Both reportedly are close associates of JMB leader Matin Mehedi and had gone into hiding following the arrest of Matin in April last year.
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March - 6 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel unearthed a firearms-making factory in the national capital Dhaka’s Nayabazar area on March 6 and recovered three firearms and 12 bullets, reports Daily Star. A 24-year-old youth identified as Mohammad Imran Hos
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel unearthed a firearms-making factory in the national capital Dhaka’s Nayabazar area on March 6 and recovered three firearms and 12 bullets, reports Daily Star. A 24-year-old youth identified as Mohammad Imran Hossain was arrested in this connection. Firearms-making equipment and spare parts were recovered from his possession, a RAB statement said.
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March - 6 
The Bangladesh Home Ministry on March 6 said there has been no operation of the HuJI-B in the country and the law enforcers were on alert to check against the resurgence of the outfit, reports New Age. Additional secretary of the home ministry Abdur
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The Bangladesh Home Ministry on March 6 said there has been no operation of the HuJI-B in the country and the law enforcers were on alert to check against the resurgence of the outfit, reports New Age. Additional secretary of the home ministry Abdur Rashid said in a briefing at the ministry, “Intelligence agencies and lawmen are keeping watch so that the extremist organisation cannot resume its operation.”
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March - 6 
At Karampaikulam, the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed two militants. Two soldiers and two militants also sustained injuries during the confrontation.
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At Karampaikulam, the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed two militants. Two soldiers and two militants also sustained injuries during the confrontation.
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March - 6 
At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during a gun battle in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district on March 6, Sri Lanka Army reported. Two soldiers were also killed while 10 others sustained injuries.
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At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during a gun battle in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district on March 6, Sri Lanka Army reported. Two soldiers were also killed while 10 others sustained injuries.
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March - 6 
During another confrontation between the twos sides at Andankulam, the troops killed three LTTE militants. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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During another confrontation between the twos sides at Andankulam, the troops killed three LTTE militants. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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March - 6 
Medawachchiy police seized a three-wheeler with three persons and war like items at a snap roadblock near the Karapikkada junction in the Colombo district. The recoveries included eight binoculars (including three digital binoculars), five binocular
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Medawachchiy police seized a three-wheeler with three persons and war like items at a snap roadblock near the Karapikkada junction in the Colombo district. The recoveries included eight binoculars (including three digital binoculars), five binocular data cables, four binocular video cables, 13 binocular blue tooth cables, five AC/DC adaptor power cord, 12 plug tops, 10 audio ear phones, two IFD torch maglights, 10 sniper aiming sticker cards, 12000 primer caps, 63 mobile hand sets shoulder straps and 48 rechargeable.
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March - 6 
On the same day, the troops on a search operation recovered the decomposed dead bodies of two LTTE militants from the Pallekkuli area of Mannar district.
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On the same day, the troops on a search operation recovered the decomposed dead bodies of two LTTE militants from the Pallekkuli area of Mannar district.
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March - 6 
One more LTTE militant was killed when the troops operating at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Jaffna district opened fire at a group of militants who were constructing bunkers in their defence line.
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One more LTTE militant was killed when the troops operating at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Jaffna district opened fire at a group of militants who were constructing bunkers in their defence line.
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March - 6 
The Sri Lanka Navy troops conducting a search operation in the Silvathurai area of Mannar district recovered 12000 rounds of T-56 live ammunition (16 boxes x 750), 442 14.5 mm live rounds (9 boxes x 48), 425 12.7 mm live rounds (5 boxes x 85), 500 Mu
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The Sri Lanka Navy troops conducting a search operation in the Silvathurai area of Mannar district recovered 12000 rounds of T-56 live ammunition (16 boxes x 750), 442 14.5 mm live rounds (9 boxes x 48), 425 12.7 mm live rounds (5 boxes x 85), 500 Multi Purpose Machine Gun ammunition, 329 anti personnel mines, 314 anti personnel mines fuse, 275 wire rolls and 58 hand grenades.
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March - 6 
The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Member of Parliament (MP) K. Siwaneshan, representing the Jaffna district was killed in an explosion in the Kanagarayankulam area on the Mankulam-Mallavi road of Kilinochchi district on March 6-afternoon, reports Sri
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The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Member of Parliament (MP) K. Siwaneshan, representing the Jaffna district was killed in an explosion in the Kanagarayankulam area on the Mankulam-Mallavi road of Kilinochchi district on March 6-afternoon, reports Sri Lanka Army. The pro- Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) Website Tamil Net, however, alleged that K. Siwaneshan was killed in a claymore mine attack carried out by the Sri Lanka Army’s Deep Penetration Unit on A-9 road, 30-minutes after he crossed into Vanni through Oamanthai / Puliyangkulam entry point on March 6. His driver was also killed in the attack. The military, however, said no operations were being carried out there at that time, adds The Hindu. “If the reports given by LTTE propaganda elements are correct, the location of the bomb blast is at least 25 km in the LTTE dominated area from our last [security forces’] bastion at Omanthai. How can we expect anyone, even a well trained commando group to enjoy a cakewalk that far on the heavily guarded A-9 road?” the defence ministry quoted an unnamed official as saying. Three of the TNA's 22 MPs have been killed since fighting between the government and the LTTE resumed in 2005. Joseph Pararajasingham, a representative for the eastern Batticaloa district was killed while attending a 2005 Christmas mass. His colleague, Nadarajah Raviraj, was killed in the capital, Colombo, in November 2006. The TNA blamed those two killings on government-backed paramilitary groups, a charge the authorities denied.
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March - 6 
The troops attacked another LTTE bunker in the Periyapantichchan area of Vavuniya district and killed five more militants. One soldier got injured in the incident.
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The troops attacked another LTTE bunker in the Periyapantichchan area of Vavuniya district and killed five more militants. One soldier got injured in the incident.
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March - 6 
The troops killed four more LTTE militants during a confrontation that occurred in the Karampaikulam area. Two soldiers also received injuries during the clash.
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The troops killed four more LTTE militants during a confrontation that occurred in the Karampaikulam area. Two soldiers also received injuries during the clash.
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March - 6 
The troops operating on the Mannar front captured an area of 1.8 kilometre held by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Parappakandal region between Giant tank and Uyilankulam Andankulam road, military sources told Daily News on March 6
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The troops operating on the Mannar front captured an area of 1.8 kilometre held by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Parappakandal region between Giant tank and Uyilankulam Andankulam road, military sources told Daily News on March 6. According to sources, the troops captured this area without any casualties as LTTE militants abandoned their positions with the advance of the troops into the territory where more than eight heavily fortified bunkers were located. “With the capture of this 1.8 Km stretch the troops linked their defences in Uyilankulam Andankulam road and in the Giant Tank area,” an unnamed senior military official said, adding, “Troops are now consolidating the area removing booby traps and minefields set by the fleeing Tiger cadres.”
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March - 6 
Two soldiers were injured due to the explosion of a LTTE improvised explosive device (IED) in the south of Muhamalai region in the Jaffna district.
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Two soldiers were injured due to the explosion of a LTTE improvised explosive device (IED) in the south of Muhamalai region in the Jaffna district.
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March - 7 
According to Statesman, a recent report prepared by the Union Home Ministry states that the Maoists are steadily spreading their activities in new areas of the West Bengal whereas a majority of the Maoist-infested states have slowly pushed the outfit
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According to Statesman, a recent report prepared by the Union Home Ministry states that the Maoists are steadily spreading their activities in new areas of the West Bengal whereas a majority of the Maoist-infested states have slowly pushed the outfit into a corner over the past four years. In West Bengal, a total of 12 police stations were identified as Maoist-infested in 2006. The number was four in 2003. After 2003, the Maoists have gained ground in the state. In 2004, Maoists made their presence felt in six police station areas and in 2005, the number of affected police stations reached to seven. As the number reached to 12 in 2006, it clearly appeared the state failed to stop the spread of Maoist activities here. In comparison to West Bengal, other Maoist-infested states like Andhra Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand dealt with the problem more efficiently. These states not only stopped the spread of Naxalite (left-wing extremists) violence but also “recaptured” some areas where the extremists had earlier made their presence felt, the report indicates. In Andhra Pradesh, the total number of Maoist-infested police stations were 183 in 2003 but it came down to 93 in 2006. Similarly in Bihar, the number of Maoist-infested police stations came down to 69 in 2006. In 2003, the state had a total of 100 affected police stations. Jharkhand also dealt with the problem efficiently. In 2003, the state had 96 affected police stations in terms of Maoist violence but in 2006 the number came down to 85. However, in some states like Orissa and Chhattisgarh, Maoists have spread their activities in new areas during the period. Overall in the country, Maoist activities have been curved significantly. In 2003 the total number of Naxalite affected police stations was 491 but in 2006 the number came down to 395. The report was prepared with the figure available till 2006. Meanwhile, Inspector General of Police (Law and Order), Raj Kanojia, said that till date 13-14 police stations in three districts, Bankura, Purulia and Midnapore West, were affected in the State.
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March - 7 
Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF) A K Mitra in an interview with the IANS said that the Pakistan-based terror outfits have formed a strong nexus with militants in Bangladesh and are taking advantage of the porous border to carry out
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Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF) A K Mitra in an interview with the IANS said that the Pakistan-based terror outfits have formed a strong nexus with militants in Bangladesh and are taking advantage of the porous border to carry out attacks in India. “A strong nexus has emerged between Pakistan-based terror outfits like Lashker-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) with Harkat-ul Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) and the Jamaatul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB).” He further added, “We have authentic reports that militants are using Bangladeshi territory for entering India clandestinely through porous borders and have information about their involvement in terrorist activities in India.” Mitra said that the BSF had recently apprehended 11 militants while they were crossing over the India-Bangladesh border in West Bengal. “During investigations it was found that these 11 militants were a part of LeT, JeM and JMB. This suggests that they were on some joint mission”, he added.
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March - 7 
The police are reported to have unearthed a Hawala racket supplying money to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operatives in the Kandi and Buddal areas of Rajouri district on March 7. According to Daily Excelsior, the Police conducted series of raids in the
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The police are reported to have unearthed a Hawala racket supplying money to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operatives in the Kandi and Buddal areas of Rajouri district on March 7. According to Daily Excelsior, the Police conducted series of raids in the Kandi area and arrested Zulfikar, brother of a slain Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant Abdul Qayoom, who died in July 2007, and Muhammad Qadir of Larkuti, while they were purchasing shoes and other food items for militants operating in the area. “The police team also recovered Rs 1.5 lakh of hawala money from the possession of the arrested persons. The money was to be handed over to LeT commander Saqib (operating in Kandi and Buddal areas)”, sources said.
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March - 7 
Two suspected militants were shot dead by Thoubal district police commandos during an encounter at Patpan Lamkhai under Kakching police station on March 7, according to Sangai Express. One country-made 9-mm pistol with two live rounds, one 36 HE gren
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Two suspected militants were shot dead by Thoubal district police commandos during an encounter at Patpan Lamkhai under Kakching police station on March 7, according to Sangai Express. One country-made 9-mm pistol with two live rounds, one 36 HE grenade, one diary in name of one Thongam Deben of Bamon Kampu and one vehicle were recovered from the encounter site.
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March - 7 
According to Daily Times, militants attacked a police van with a remote-controlled bomb in the Kabal sub-division of Swat district in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 7, injuring a policeman and damaging the van. Police retaliated ad
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According to Daily Times, militants attacked a police van with a remote-controlled bomb in the Kabal sub-division of Swat district in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 7, injuring a policeman and damaging the van. Police retaliated ad later also raided the Kabal area and arrested three suspected militants and seized rocket launchers and other weapons from their possession.
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March - 7 
According to The Post, Frontier Crops personnel on March 7 recovered more than 8,000 rounds of 12.7 mm gun from the Chagai Mountains. Unidentified miscreants had dumped the ammunition in the mountains which was to be smuggled to interior Balochistan
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According to The Post, Frontier Crops personnel on March 7 recovered more than 8,000 rounds of 12.7 mm gun from the Chagai Mountains. Unidentified miscreants had dumped the ammunition in the mountains which was to be smuggled to interior Balochistan for terrorist acts, official sources said.
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March - 7 
The police arrested two suspected militants, identified as Muhammad Humayun and Misbahuddin, during separate raids in the Matta sub-division of Swat district in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 7, Associated Press of Pakistan reported
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The police arrested two suspected militants, identified as Muhammad Humayun and Misbahuddin, during separate raids in the Matta sub-division of Swat district in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 7, Associated Press of Pakistan reported.
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March - 7 
The cadres of Akhil Terai Mukti Morcha (ATMM) - the group formerly known as Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha-Goit (JTMM-G) - set ablaze a vehicle belonging to Kantipur daily newspaper at Babhanagamakatti village of Saptari district on March 7, accordin
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The cadres of Akhil Terai Mukti Morcha (ATMM) - the group formerly known as Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha-Goit (JTMM-G) - set ablaze a vehicle belonging to Kantipur daily newspaper at Babhanagamakatti village of Saptari district on March 7, according to Nepal News. The jeep carrying newspapers for distribution was stopped by seven cadres of ATMM and was set ablaze destroying the jeep as well as 30,000 pieces of newspapers including Kantipur daily, The Kathmandu Post and Saptahik weekly. The driver of the vehicle, Chandra Katuwal, and distribution staff, Gangaram Bhandari, were also injured in the incident. ATMM's Saptari district unit commander, Bikas, later owned responsibility for the attack and said that they attacked the vehicle because the newspapers had not given adequate space and priority to news regarding their activities.
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March - 7 
The Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist) made public its election manifesto for the Constituent Assembly polls on March 7, reports Himalayan Times. Maoist chairman Prachanda unveiled the manifesto with the theme “New Ideology and New Leadersh
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The Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist) made public its election manifesto for the Constituent Assembly polls on March 7, reports Himalayan Times. Maoist chairman Prachanda unveiled the manifesto with the theme “New Ideology and New Leadership for a New Nepal.” The manifesto proposes a three-tier political structure - centre, autonomous federal states and local bodies - with specific rights and responsibility among them. The party has proposed 11 autonomous federal states and two other sub-states within them keeping in mind the country’s ethnic composition, geographical contiguity, linguistic base and economic viability. Within the Madhes autonomous state, three sub-states - Mithila, Bhojpura and Awadh - have also been proposed on linguistic basis. There shall be a bicameral legislature at the centre and unicameral legislature in federal states. The president shall act as head of state, commander-in-chief of the national army and the chief executive. The Prime Minister shall bear the responsibility of the government and its daily administration. There shall be a governor and a chief minister in each of the federal autonomous states.
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March - 7 
During a separate drive at 35 Shamchhabad Lane, the RAB personnel recovered two revolvers, one shutter gun, ammunition and other materials.
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During a separate drive at 35 Shamchhabad Lane, the RAB personnel recovered two revolvers, one shutter gun, ammunition and other materials.
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March - 7 
12 more LTTE militants were killed and their trench line destroyed by the troops during their operation to capture Parappakandal in the Mannar district.
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12 more LTTE militants were killed and their trench line destroyed by the troops during their operation to capture Parappakandal in the Mannar district.
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March - 7 
Al Qaeda has learned quite a lot about terrorism from the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and the outfit’s pioneered fund raising and procurement techniques have greatly aided Islamic terrorists, the military Website Strategy Page said on Mar
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Al Qaeda has learned quite a lot about terrorism from the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and the outfit’s pioneered fund raising and procurement techniques have greatly aided Islamic terrorists, the military Website Strategy Page said on March 7, according to Daily News. The LTTE developed methods, which enabled them to raise large amounts of money from expatriate Tamils. It was the technique of pretending to collect money for charity work and then using it to fund terrorism that really caught al Qaeda's attention, the Website added. All this eventually caught the attention of counter-terror organizations in many countries, leading to the LTTE being declared a terrorist organization, and many of its fund raising operations shut down. As that was done, more and more evidence (documents, and interrogations) piled up showing that the LTTE had worked with Palestinian, Kurdish, Taliban, al Quaeda, Eritrea, Filipino, and other Middle Eastern groups to obtain illegal weapons, and learn how to use them. The LTTE also became the primary weapons purchaser, and transporter for many of these other terrorist groups. The outfit maintained hundreds of small, and a few large, boats for transporting these weapons to LTTE controlled parts of the country, and other parts of the world as well, the report said.
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March - 7 
Four more LTTE cadres were reported killed during an attack by the troops at Kollmoddai in Vavuniya. Subsequent search operations led to the recovery of two T-56 weapons. Troops recovered 214 anti- personnel mines, 54 hand grenades and one 81 mm mort
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Four more LTTE cadres were reported killed during an attack by the troops at Kollmoddai in Vavuniya. Subsequent search operations led to the recovery of two T-56 weapons. Troops recovered 214 anti- personnel mines, 54 hand grenades and one 81 mm mortar bomb from Periyakulam and Vannakulam areas in Vavuniya on March 7. Separately, 149 anti personnel mines, four trapped 81 mm mortar bombs, two hand grenades, four 60mm mortar bombs and one box of detonators were recovered from Kokkutoduvai and Andankulam areas in Welioya on the same day.
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March - 7 
Four more LTTE militants and two soldiers were killed when the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district. Two soldiers were also injured during the clash.
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Four more LTTE militants and two soldiers were killed when the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district. Two soldiers were also injured during the clash.
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March - 7 
On the same day, the troops attacked and destroyed one LTTE bunker ahead of their FDL (Forward Defence Line) at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district and killed three militants.
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On the same day, the troops attacked and destroyed one LTTE bunker ahead of their FDL (Forward Defence Line) at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district and killed three militants.
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March - 7 
Six other LTTE cadres were killed during sporadic clashes in the Veddamkulam, Karampikulam, Madhu camp area, Periyawalandykulam, Tiruketishwara in Wanni on March 7. On the same day, two soldiers sustained injuries after being attacked by the LTTE cad
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Six other LTTE cadres were killed during sporadic clashes in the Veddamkulam, Karampikulam, Madhu camp area, Periyawalandykulam, Tiruketishwara in Wanni on March 7. On the same day, two soldiers sustained injuries after being attacked by the LTTE cadres at Pebbankulam and Adampan areas.
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March - 7 
Six soldiers were injured during separate confrontations between the two sides in the Adampan and Kaduthaddamalai areas of Mannar district. Another soldier was injured due to LTTE anti personnel mine explosion while the troops were conducting clearin
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Six soldiers were injured during separate confrontations between the two sides in the Adampan and Kaduthaddamalai areas of Mannar district. Another soldier was injured due to LTTE anti personnel mine explosion while the troops were conducting clearing operations in the areas closer to the Kilaly FDL in the Jaffna district.
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March - 7 
The Marxist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) stated that the party does not like the double role of the Norwegian facilitator and said, "We should not continue to keep Norway as the facilitator." Wimal Weerawansa, Propaganda Secretary of the JVP, said
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The Marxist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) stated that the party does not like the double role of the Norwegian facilitator and said, "We should not continue to keep Norway as the facilitator." Wimal Weerawansa, Propaganda Secretary of the JVP, said, "Our stance is that the motherland could not be protected without defeating both terrorist backing Norway and terrorist backing media."
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March - 7 
The troops during confrontations with LTTE militants in the Periyapantrichurichchan, Kallikulam and Mundimurippu areas killed seven militants.
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The troops during confrontations with LTTE militants in the Periyapantrichurichchan, Kallikulam and Mundimurippu areas killed seven militants.
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March - 8 
An improvised explosive device (IED), weighing 12 kilograms was recovered from Tangini village of Darrang district.
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An improvised explosive device (IED), weighing 12 kilograms was recovered from Tangini village of Darrang district.
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March - 8 
An internecine clash was reported between two Kuki outfits at an unspecified place on March 8.
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An internecine clash was reported between two Kuki outfits at an unspecified place on March 8.
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March - 8 
At least 23 persons were injured, six of them seriously, in two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)-triggered bomb blasts in Kamrup and Tinsukia districts, reports The Hindu. A bomb kept under a truck exploded at Barua Market of Fancy Bazar in Guw
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At least 23 persons were injured, six of them seriously, in two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)-triggered bomb blasts in Kamrup and Tinsukia districts, reports The Hindu. A bomb kept under a truck exploded at Barua Market of Fancy Bazar in Guwahati city. Four persons received minor injuries. The second attack took place at GNB Road of Tinsukia town in which 19 people were injured, six of them seriously. A bomb weighing 2.5 kilograms was subsequently recovered near the explosion site.
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March - 8 
New Indian Express reports that on March 8 eight naxalite (left-wing extremist) supporters were arrested during a joint operation by Anti-Naxal Force (ANF) and Udupi district police from the Hebri-Kudlu forest area. Police sources said that the arres
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New Indian Express reports that on March 8 eight naxalite (left-wing extremist) supporters were arrested during a joint operation by Anti-Naxal Force (ANF) and Udupi district police from the Hebri-Kudlu forest area. Police sources said that the arrested persons were waiting for the arrival of naxalites to hand over various goods. A single barrel gun, 30 detonators, two gelatin sticks, one motorcycle, naxal literature and a naxal flag were recovered from the arrested persons. During interrogation, the arrested persons admitted they were regularly supplying food and other materials to the naxalites.
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March - 8 
On March 8, Pushpita Tirkey, a female naxalite (left-wing extremist) cadre surrendered in the Deogarh district, reports Kalinga Times. Pushpita, haling from Mendiakani village under Laimura police outpost of Deogarh Police Station deposited a rifle.
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On March 8, Pushpita Tirkey, a female naxalite (left-wing extremist) cadre surrendered in the Deogarh district, reports Kalinga Times. Pushpita, haling from Mendiakani village under Laimura police outpost of Deogarh Police Station deposited a rifle. She worked as a daily wager and joined the naxalites after being promised a job and good money. She had been taken to Jharkhand where she underwent training.
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March - 8 
On March 8, some Naxalite (left-wing extremists) posters appeared on the walls of Utkalmani Sishu Sikhya Mandir, PCL Computer Academy and at some houses in the Nizigarh gram panchayat (local self-government body) in the Baramba-Narasinghpur region of
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On March 8, some Naxalite (left-wing extremists) posters appeared on the walls of Utkalmani Sishu Sikhya Mandir, PCL Computer Academy and at some houses in the Nizigarh gram panchayat (local self-government body) in the Baramba-Narasinghpur region of Cuttack district, reports New Indian Express. The posters were hand written in Oriya language with red ink. Locals informed that along with writings such as Jivan Prati Bipada Achhi (danger for life), Khub Sighra Akramana (there will be an attack soon), Satarka Ruhantu (be watchful), Lal Salam (red salute), pictures of guns, arrows and flambeau were drawn on the posters. The police later seized the posters.
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March - 8 
One person, identified as Sanjay Mahato, was killed in a grenade explosion at Coal Road in Dibrugarh on March 8, according to Assam Tribune. According to eye witnesses, an unidentified militant lobbed a grenade from a moving car.
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One person, identified as Sanjay Mahato, was killed in a grenade explosion at Coal Road in Dibrugarh on March 8, according to Assam Tribune. According to eye witnesses, an unidentified militant lobbed a grenade from a moving car.
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March - 8 
Security forces (SFs) arrested five militants from the jungles of Govindabari area of Chawmanu police station under Dhalai district on March 8, according to Tripurainfo. One of those arrested belonging to the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLF
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Security forces (SFs) arrested five militants from the jungles of Govindabari area of Chawmanu police station under Dhalai district on March 8, according to Tripurainfo. One of those arrested belonging to the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) was identified as Daharam Reang, while four others belonging to the Borok National Council of Tripura (BNCT) were identified as Pushram Reang, Annaram Reang, Banshiram Reang and Dataram Reang. During a subsequent search operation, SF personnel recovered one USA-make 12 bore revolver, one locally made gun with bullet and some Bangladeshi currency.
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March - 8 
Security forces neutralised a militant hideout at Jamaldin Nar village near Gujjarpatti in the Kupwara district on March 8, reports The Hindu. Two AK-47 rifles, six magazines, 120 rounds of ammunition, a pistol, two hand grenades and other stores wer
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Security forces neutralised a militant hideout at Jamaldin Nar village near Gujjarpatti in the Kupwara district on March 8, reports The Hindu. Two AK-47 rifles, six magazines, 120 rounds of ammunition, a pistol, two hand grenades and other stores were recovered from the hideout. Official sources said that the weapons were hidden in a bed type hideout measuring 12 feet by six feet.
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March - 8 
The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) claimed responsibility for the March 8 bomb blast in the Manipur Legislative Assembly premises, reports Imphal Free Press.
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The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) claimed responsibility for the March 8 bomb blast in the Manipur Legislative Assembly premises, reports Imphal Free Press.
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March - 8 
Unidentified militants lobbed a country-made bomb into the Manipur legislative assembly premises on March 8, reports Telegraph. No one was injured in the attack. “It was a country made bomb. We have some clues regarding the identity of the group behi
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Unidentified militants lobbed a country-made bomb into the Manipur legislative assembly premises on March 8, reports Telegraph. No one was injured in the attack. “It was a country made bomb. We have some clues regarding the identity of the group behind the attack, and we are following the lead further,” Imphal East superintendent of police Clay Khongsai said.
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March - 8 
Unidentified militants lobbed a hand grenade on an Army patrol party near the Tipling Army Camp in the Dibrugarh district on March 8. One Army personnel sustained injuries in the incident.
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Unidentified militants lobbed a hand grenade on an Army patrol party near the Tipling Army Camp in the Dibrugarh district on March 8. One Army personnel sustained injuries in the incident.
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March - 8 
A bomb explosion at a small hotel in Kohlu, a remote town about 200 kilometres east of Quetta killed one person and injured two others on March 8, reports Daily Times. Area police chief Ghulam Farid said it had not been immediately clear what sort of
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A bomb explosion at a small hotel in Kohlu, a remote town about 200 kilometres east of Quetta killed one person and injured two others on March 8, reports Daily Times. Area police chief Ghulam Farid said it had not been immediately clear what sort of bomb had exploded.
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March - 8 
A powerful blast damaged several carriages of a goods train going to Ahmedwall from Noshki. The device was planted on the track and the explosion derailed the engine and five bogies of the Taftan express, which had been carrying rice and vegetables.
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A powerful blast damaged several carriages of a goods train going to Ahmedwall from Noshki. The device was planted on the track and the explosion derailed the engine and five bogies of the Taftan express, which had been carrying rice and vegetables.
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March - 8 
Five suspected suicide bombers were arrested after a powerful explosion left four of them injured in a house in Pashtoonabad in Quetta on March 8-night. “A suicide jacket, around 3kg of high explosive material, two remote-controlled systems, four ele
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Five suspected suicide bombers were arrested after a powerful explosion left four of them injured in a house in Pashtoonabad in Quetta on March 8-night. “A suicide jacket, around 3kg of high explosive material, two remote-controlled systems, four electronic detonators, Jihadi literature and CDs were seized from the house,” Rehmatullah Niazi, Deputy Inspector General of Police (Operations), told Dawn. According to police sources, the explosion occurred in a house in the Usman Qila area. “The suspects injured in the explosion were preparing a suicide jacket during which the explosion occurred,” Niazi said, adding that they were planning a suicide attack in Quetta.
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March - 8 
Cadres of the Young Communist League (YCL) obstructed the Rashtriya Prajatantra Party chairman, Pashupati Shumsher Rana, from attending a campaign meeting in his election constituency in Sindhupalchowk on March 8, according to Nepal News. Rana told t
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Cadres of the Young Communist League (YCL) obstructed the Rashtriya Prajatantra Party chairman, Pashupati Shumsher Rana, from attending a campaign meeting in his election constituency in Sindhupalchowk on March 8, according to Nepal News. Rana told that a group of YCL men tried to stop him at Khande Khola when he was on the way to Largecha to attend the election campaign.
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March - 8 
On March 8, three soldiers were injured the explosion of an LTTE claymore mine on the old Buttala road in the Moneragala district. One of the injured soldiers died later.
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On March 8, three soldiers were injured the explosion of an LTTE claymore mine on the old Buttala road in the Moneragala district. One of the injured soldiers died later.
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March - 8 
The troops killed 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants during in the Udayanatankulam, Karampaikkulam, Palaimoddai, Palaikuli, Periyavalayankaddukulam and Perankulam areas of Vavuniya district on March 8, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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The troops killed 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants during in the Udayanatankulam, Karampaikkulam, Palaimoddai, Palaikuli, Periyavalayankaddukulam and Perankulam areas of Vavuniya district on March 8, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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March - 8 
Troops destroyed a bunker line of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) north of Manthai in Mannar on March 8, Sri Lanka Army reports. Two LTTE cadres were killed during the attack in which both the Army and Air Force participated. Two soldiers
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Troops destroyed a bunker line of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) north of Manthai in Mannar on March 8, Sri Lanka Army reports. Two LTTE cadres were killed during the attack in which both the Army and Air Force participated. Two soldiers were also killed and four others sustained injuries during the encounter.
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March - 8 
Two LTTE cadres were killed during encounters with the troops in Welioya and Vavuniya. Seven other LTTE cadres were killed in the general areas of Kilaly and Muhamale in Jaffna. Two soldiers sustained injuries during the encounters.
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Two LTTE cadres were killed during encounters with the troops in Welioya and Vavuniya. Seven other LTTE cadres were killed in the general areas of Kilaly and Muhamale in Jaffna. Two soldiers sustained injuries during the encounters.
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March - 9 
A militant belonging to the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), Ranjit Debbarma, surrendered before the SFs on the same day at Khowai in the West Tripura district and deposited one .38 revolver.
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A militant belonging to the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), Ranjit Debbarma, surrendered before the SFs on the same day at Khowai in the West Tripura district and deposited one .38 revolver.
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March - 9 
A team of Imphal East district police commandos shot dead a suspected activist of the People's United Liberation Front (PULF), identified as Mohammed Ramjis Ali, in an encounter at the outskirts of Kshetri Bengun Awang Leikai under Imphal East police
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A team of Imphal East district police commandos shot dead a suspected activist of the People's United Liberation Front (PULF), identified as Mohammed Ramjis Ali, in an encounter at the outskirts of Kshetri Bengun Awang Leikai under Imphal East police station on March 9-morning. The police also recovered one .38 pistol with seven live rounds of ammunition and some incriminating documents from the militant.
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March - 9 
According to The Hindu, a joint team comprising paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Special Task Force (STF) personnel raided Akurauni forest area in the Gaya district on March 9 and neutralised a bunker of the Communist Party of Ind
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According to The Hindu, a joint team comprising paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Special Task Force (STF) personnel raided Akurauni forest area in the Gaya district on March 9 and neutralised a bunker of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). The raid was conducted on the basis of information provided by the Maoist leader Chandu Das who was arrested from Jhallar village in the district in the early hours on the same day. The team found a big water container inside the bunker and seized arms and 10,000 rounds of ammunition of several regular weapons, including Insas rifles, 100 magazines of carbines and more than 100 hand grenades, said Superintendent of Police Amit Jain. Hundreds of police uniforms, hand grenade-making equipments, one .9mm pistol and regular rifles were also recovered from the bunker. A suspected Maoist was arrested during the search.
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March - 9 
An ULFA militant, Suryamohan Rai, and a linkman, Shafiul Rahman, were arrested by the security forces from Golokgunj area of Dhubri district along with a pistol and INR 10,000.
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An ULFA militant, Suryamohan Rai, and a linkman, Shafiul Rahman, were arrested by the security forces from Golokgunj area of Dhubri district along with a pistol and INR 10,000.
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March - 9 
Buddhadeb Pathak, a local leader of the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI), youth wing of the ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) was killed by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at Gosaidanga village in Lalg
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Buddhadeb Pathak, a local leader of the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI), youth wing of the ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) was killed by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at Gosaidanga village in Lalgarh block of West Midnapore district on March 9-night, The Hindu reported. The victim was called out of his residence by a group of Maoists and taken away to a nearby field where he was shot dead. The dead body was recovered the next day, police said.
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March - 9 
Four Hindi-speaking people were shot dead by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants in the Dibrugarh district on March 9-night, reports PTI. According to official sources, a group of militants came to a brick kiln near Udalguri tea esta
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Four Hindi-speaking people were shot dead by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants in the Dibrugarh district on March 9-night, reports PTI. According to official sources, a group of militants came to a brick kiln near Udalguri tea estate between Chabua and Tengakhat and shot dead four of the workers there.
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March - 9 
Mohammed Qasim alias Babbar, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’ involved in a series of killings and other subversive activity, was killed by the security forces (SFs) during an encounter at Chatroo in the Kishtwar district on March 9-morning, Dai
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Mohammed Qasim alias Babbar, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’ involved in a series of killings and other subversive activity, was killed by the security forces (SFs) during an encounter at Chatroo in the Kishtwar district on March 9-morning, Daily Excelsior reported. His bodyguard managed to escape from the incident site. One pistol with one magazine, one Chinese grenade, a mobile telephone and some incriminating documents were recovered from the slain militant’s possession.
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March - 9 
One person, Laishram Sarat, was shot at and wounded by unidentified militants at Chothe village in the Thoubal district on March 9-morning. Sarat was a toll tax collector at Lilong, according to Sangai Express.
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One person, Laishram Sarat, was shot at and wounded by unidentified militants at Chothe village in the Thoubal district on March 9-morning. Sarat was a toll tax collector at Lilong, according to Sangai Express.
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March - 9 
One suspected People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) cadre, Nongyaimayum Renziz, was shot dead by Imphal East district police during a counter-insurgency operation at Kshetri Bengoon Awang Leikai under Porompat police station on March 9-morning, acc
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One suspected People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) cadre, Nongyaimayum Renziz, was shot dead by Imphal East district police during a counter-insurgency operation at Kshetri Bengoon Awang Leikai under Porompat police station on March 9-morning, according to Sangai Express. One .32 pistol, two magazines with five live rounds, one 9-mm round, a mobile phone handset, three strips of Dexamethasone tablets and one driving licence registered in the name of one Mohammed Fazal Ali were recovered from the possession of the slain militant. Police said that Renziz was involved in the bomb attack at the Tuks and Bon fuel pump located in Hatta and many other similar cases.
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March - 9 
Police arrested a ‘district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Mushtaq Ahmad Malla alias Furqan, at village Maratgam in the Kupwara district along with one AK rifle, three magazines, 81 rounds of ammunition, three hand grenades, one pouch and thre
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Police arrested a ‘district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Mushtaq Ahmad Malla alias Furqan, at village Maratgam in the Kupwara district along with one AK rifle, three magazines, 81 rounds of ammunition, three hand grenades, one pouch and three detonators. Another militant was arrested at Arin Bandipora along with two hand grenades and 100 AK rounds, an official spokesman said, adding that the SFs also arrested Gulzar Ahmed Dar, an Over Ground Worker of the HM outfit, in Anantnag district. Troops recovered a hand grenade, one AK magazine and 15 rounds of ammunition from Gulzar’s possession.
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March - 9 
The Army neutralised a camp of the Black Widow (BW) on March 9 at Baladisa under Langting police station in the North Cachar Hills district and recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from the hideout, according to PTI.
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The Army neutralised a camp of the Black Widow (BW) on March 9 at Baladisa under Langting police station in the North Cachar Hills district and recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from the hideout, according to PTI.
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March - 9 
The 'commander-in-chief' of the Achik National Liberation Front (ANLF), identified as Nobin Marak alias Scorpion, and another cadre of the outfit were lynched by an angry mob for trying to extort money at Cheran village in the East Garo Hills distric
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The 'commander-in-chief' of the Achik National Liberation Front (ANLF), identified as Nobin Marak alias Scorpion, and another cadre of the outfit were lynched by an angry mob for trying to extort money at Cheran village in the East Garo Hills district on March 9, reports Shillong Times. The slain accomplice of Nobin was yet to be identified.
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March - 9 
Troops arrested three suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants from Warpora village of Baramulla district on March 9. The arrested have been identified as Manzoor Ahmed Dar alias Jana, Ishfaq Ahmed War alias Ishkan and Abdul Rashid War. Two hand gr
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Troops arrested three suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants from Warpora village of Baramulla district on March 9. The arrested have been identified as Manzoor Ahmed Dar alias Jana, Ishfaq Ahmed War alias Ishkan and Abdul Rashid War. Two hand grenades were recovered from their possession.
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March - 9 
Two HM commanders surrendered before the SFs at Reasi along with a large quantity of arms and ammunition and reportedly revealed that their cadre was badly hit by shortage of manpower as well as weaponry. Official sources said the duo, identified as
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Two HM commanders surrendered before the SFs at Reasi along with a large quantity of arms and ammunition and reportedly revealed that their cadre was badly hit by shortage of manpower as well as weaponry. Official sources said the duo, identified as ‘district commander’ Mumtaz Ahmed alias Tahir Siddiqui and ‘battalion commander’ Anzar Ahmed alias Arslan, surrendered along with two AK rifles with six magazines, one Chinese grenade, one I Com wireless set with three spare antennas, 347 AK rounds, 116 SLR rounds, 52 rounds of .303, nine Pika rounds and two Insas rounds, 107 electric detonators, two pouches and some documents. During their preliminary questioning, the militants have disclosed that the HM was facing shortage of manpower and weaponry in the upper reaches of Mahore, Arnas and Gulabgarh.
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March - 9 
Two militants lobbed a hand grenade at the residence of Manipur Legislator Bijoy Koijam at Thongju Pheija Leitong under Singjamei police station in the Imphal West district on March 9-evening, reports Imphal Free Press. The household furniture was da
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Two militants lobbed a hand grenade at the residence of Manipur Legislator Bijoy Koijam at Thongju Pheija Leitong under Singjamei police station in the Imphal West district on March 9-evening, reports Imphal Free Press. The household furniture was damaged in the blast. The PREPAK later claimed that the bomb attack was carried out by the cadres of its ‘Cobra task force’ under the ‘command’ of one Bobby Meitei.
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March - 9 
According to Daily Times, militants blew up an oil tanker in Landi Kotal with dynamite on March 9, but the political administration said the tanker was safe. The tanker, which was to carry fuel to Afghanistan, was parked near the Michini check-post.
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According to Daily Times, militants blew up an oil tanker in Landi Kotal with dynamite on March 9, but the political administration said the tanker was safe. The tanker, which was to carry fuel to Afghanistan, was parked near the Michini check-post.
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March - 9 
Caretaker Interior Minister Lt Gen (r) Hamid Nawaz Khan has claimed that around 200 militants have so far surrendered to the authorities in the Swat district of NWFP, according to Daily Times.He told the PTV that 422 people had been arrested in Swat
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Caretaker Interior Minister Lt Gen (r) Hamid Nawaz Khan has claimed that around 200 militants have so far surrendered to the authorities in the Swat district of NWFP, according to Daily Times.He told the PTV that 422 people had been arrested in Swat for their involvement in terrorist activities. “Six tonnes of explosive material has also been recovered from the area,” he added. “Security agencies have averted 20 to 30 possible incidents of terrorism in the Punjab and Sindh during Muharram and the elections,” the minister said.
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March - 9 
On March 9, the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) agreed on a power-sharing formula to form a coalition government at the Centre and in Punjab. The parties also decided to re-instate the judges sacked on Novem
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On March 9, the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) agreed on a power-sharing formula to form a coalition government at the Centre and in Punjab. The parties also decided to re-instate the judges sacked on November 3 though a resolution in parliament, within 30 days of the formation of the federal government. “The PPP and the PML-N undertake to form a coalition [government] for a democratic Pakistan,” PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif read from a declaration he and PPP Co-chairman Asif Zardari signed at the joint press conference in Bhurban. “We feel that the country is on the verge of making history. We are aware of the problems that the country is facing... democracy is the best solution.” According to the deal, the prime minister and the speaker and deputy speaker of the National Assembly will be from the PPP, and the federal cabinet will include ministers from the PML-N. The Punjab chief minister and the speaker and the deputy speaker of the Punjab Assembly will be from the PML-N and the provincial cabinet will include ministers from the PPP. “The nominee of the PPP for the office of the prime minister will be fully supported by all coalition partners,” the declaration stated. “The restoration of deposed judges, as it was on November 2, 2007, will be brought about through a parliamentary resolution to be passed in the National Assembly within 30 days of the formation of the federal government,” it says.
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March - 9 
Security forces backed by helicopter gun-ships pounded suspected militant positions in the Mohmand Agency of FATA on March 9, killing one person and injuring two women and four children, Daily Times reported. Officials said the action followed a mili
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Security forces backed by helicopter gun-ships pounded suspected militant positions in the Mohmand Agency of FATA on March 9, killing one person and injuring two women and four children, Daily Times reported. Officials said the action followed a militant attack on Khasadar posts early in the morning in Lakaro, 24km north of Ghalanai, headquarters of the Mohmand Agency. The helicopters bombed suspected hideouts and paramilitary forces shelled the area from their bases in Yousaf Khel and Mamad Gat. A checkpoint of paramilitary forces in Darwazgai was also attacked but no casualty was reported.
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March - 9 
Acting on a tip-off, Armed Police Force personnel raided the liaison office of the Madheshi Mukti Tigers (MMT) and arrested its three leaders with arms on an unspecified date in the Sunsari district, according to Kantipuronline. Likho Mandal, Bhubane
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Acting on a tip-off, Armed Police Force personnel raided the liaison office of the Madheshi Mukti Tigers (MMT) and arrested its three leaders with arms on an unspecified date in the Sunsari district, according to Kantipuronline. Likho Mandal, Bhubaneshwor Yadav and Jitendra Yadav of Saptari were arrested during the raid.
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March - 9 
Suspected CPN-Maoist cadres abducted Mangal Gurung, the Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) candidate in the Manang district, on March 9, reports Nepal News. CPN-UML general secretary, Madhav Kumar Nepal, told reporters in K
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Suspected CPN-Maoist cadres abducted Mangal Gurung, the Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) candidate in the Manang district, on March 9, reports Nepal News. CPN-UML general secretary, Madhav Kumar Nepal, told reporters in Kathmandu that the Maoists might have abducted Gurung to force him to withdraw his candidacy.
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March - 9 
Daily Star reports that a cadre of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), who was sentenced to death by a court, died while he was undergoing treatment at Dhaka Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) on March 9. Nasirullah was admitted to the DMCH b
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Daily Star reports that a cadre of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), who was sentenced to death by a court, died while he was undergoing treatment at Dhaka Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) on March 9. Nasirullah was admitted to the DMCH by the Dhaka Central Jail authority on March 4 as he had been suffering from jaundice. A senior special judge's court of Jhenidah sentenced him to death on February 28, 2006 in an explosive case. The case was pending in the High Court.
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March - 9 
Daily Star reports that leaders of the Harkat-ul Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) had formed a new political party called Islami Gono Andolan in 2006 with an objective of carrying out political activities openly. A seven member committee led by Ma
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Daily Star reports that leaders of the Harkat-ul Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) had formed a new political party called Islami Gono Andolan in 2006 with an objective of carrying out political activities openly. A seven member committee led by Maulana Abdus Salam, founder of the Fatematuz Zohra women's madrassa (seminary) in Sherpur in the Bogra district, carries out the organisational activities of the party. Former deputy commander of HuJI-B and founder of Ommulara Al Islami madrassa of Shajahanpur in Bogra, Abdul Hannan Sabbir, and HuJI-B leader Abdul Aziz are members of the committee.
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March - 9 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel on March 9 night recovered 14 bombs at Terorashia village of Islampur union in the Chapainawabganj district, reports Daily Star. The bombs reportedly were hidden in a bamboo cluster. No one has been arrested in
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel on March 9 night recovered 14 bombs at Terorashia village of Islampur union in the Chapainawabganj district, reports Daily Star. The bombs reportedly were hidden in a bamboo cluster. No one has been arrested in connection with the recovery.
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March - 9 
A day earlier, one soldier was killed while another sustained injuries due to the explosion of an LTTE booby trap in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district.
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A day earlier, one soldier was killed while another sustained injuries due to the explosion of an LTTE booby trap in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district.
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March - 9 
At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during clashes in the Umayarathuwarankulam, Vilathikulam, Venkalacheddikulam, Adampan, Pulmoddai, Ilantaivan and Janakapura areas of Vavuniya district on March 9,
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At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during clashes in the Umayarathuwarankulam, Vilathikulam, Venkalacheddikulam, Adampan, Pulmoddai, Ilantaivan and Janakapura areas of Vavuniya district on March 9, reports Sri Lanka Army. Five soldiers were also killed during the confrontations.
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March - 9 
Eight more LTTE militants were killed during an encounter with the troops in the Manthai area of Mannar district.
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Eight more LTTE militants were killed during an encounter with the troops in the Manthai area of Mannar district.
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March - 9 
Four more soldiers were injured due to LTTE fire and anti-personnel mine explosions in the Karampaikkulam and Udayantankulam areas of Mannar district.
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Four more soldiers were injured due to LTTE fire and anti-personnel mine explosions in the Karampaikkulam and Udayantankulam areas of Mannar district.
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March - 9 
The LTTE on March 9 released two pictures of its leader Velupillai Prabhakaran paying homage to the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) parliamentarian K. Sivanesan, who was killed in an explosion on March 6, at an undisclosed destination in the outfit-con
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The LTTE on March 9 released two pictures of its leader Velupillai Prabhakaran paying homage to the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) parliamentarian K. Sivanesan, who was killed in an explosion on March 6, at an undisclosed destination in the outfit-controlled Wanni area, reports The Hindu. In a report along with the picture, the LTTE on its Website said that at an “unspecified location” Prabhakaran lighted the lamp and paid his respects to Sivanesan.
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March - 9 
The troops operating at Manthai, North of Thiruketheeshwaran captured the Pradeshiya Sabha building in Manthai on the outskirts of Adampan town in the Mannar district, reports Daily News.
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The troops operating at Manthai, North of Thiruketheeshwaran captured the Pradeshiya Sabha building in Manthai on the outskirts of Adampan town in the Mannar district, reports Daily News.
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March - 9 
Three LTTE militants were killed and one of their gun positions and two bunkers were neutralized by the troops in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas of Jaffna district.
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Three LTTE militants were killed and one of their gun positions and two bunkers were neutralized by the troops in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas of Jaffna district.
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March - 9 
Three soldiers were killed during clashes with the LTTE militants at Udayanatankulam, Sulainamarutamadu and Ampan areas.
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Three soldiers were killed during clashes with the LTTE militants at Udayanatankulam, Sulainamarutamadu and Ampan areas.
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March - 10 
A rickshaw puller, identified as Chongtham Birkumar, was shot at and wounded by unidentified militants at Sagolband Ingudam Leirak in the Imphal East district on March 10.
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A rickshaw puller, identified as Chongtham Birkumar, was shot at and wounded by unidentified militants at Sagolband Ingudam Leirak in the Imphal East district on March 10.
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March - 10 
Governor S.S. Sidhu is reported to have sworn in Congress Legislature Party leader D.D. Lapang as the Meghalaya Chief Minister on March 10-evening, according to Shillong Times.
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Governor S.S. Sidhu is reported to have sworn in Congress Legislature Party leader D.D. Lapang as the Meghalaya Chief Minister on March 10-evening, according to Shillong Times.
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March - 10 
On Mar 10, Police claimed to have foiled a plan to carry out Fidayeen (suicide) attack at Srinagar by the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), reports Daily Excelsior. Following an intelligence outfit that the LeT cadres were planning to carry out a Fidayeen attac
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On Mar 10, Police claimed to have foiled a plan to carry out Fidayeen (suicide) attack at Srinagar by the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), reports Daily Excelsior. Following an intelligence outfit that the LeT cadres were planning to carry out a Fidayeen attack in the city, security forces carried out a raid on a house in the Harwan area and recovered police uniforms, pouches, three sewing machines, six hand grenades, seven AK magazines, 200 rounds of ammunition, one 2 inch mortar, one Thuraya phone and some coded documents.
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On March 12, militants of the Liberation A'chik Elite Force (LAEF) demanded INR ten million as ransom for releasing the abducted manager of a grocery shop, Devendar Prajati, reports Shillong Times. A senior police official said, "The ransom note of t
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On March 12, militants of the Liberation A'chik Elite Force (LAEF) demanded INR ten million as ransom for releasing the abducted manager of a grocery shop, Devendar Prajati, reports Shillong Times. A senior police official said, "The ransom note of the LAEF was found from the grocery shop. We are investigating the matter." Prajati was abducted from his residence in Rongjeng in the East Garo Hills District on March 10-night.
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March - 10 
Police recovered and defused an explosive that was planted near the Assam Legislative Assembly in Dispur. Another bomb was recovered and defused at Adabari area in Guwahati city. “The bomb was hidden in a school bag, which was kept inside a sweets st
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Police recovered and defused an explosive that was planted near the Assam Legislative Assembly in Dispur. Another bomb was recovered and defused at Adabari area in Guwahati city. “The bomb was hidden in a school bag, which was kept inside a sweets store,’ police said. Three gelatin pieces and a piece of detonator were recovered at Dhemaji by police from a bus which was on its way from Ghilamara to Dhemaji, according to Assam Tribune. Police arrested the driver, the handyman and the conductor of the bus.
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March - 10 
Ranchi Express reports that the Jharkhand Police on March 10 recovered around 22 kilograms of explosives and 11 live cartridges of 315 bore, seven detonators, two flash guns, one rifle and Maoist literature from Kumrahi forest area during an anti-Mao
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Ranchi Express reports that the Jharkhand Police on March 10 recovered around 22 kilograms of explosives and 11 live cartridges of 315 bore, seven detonators, two flash guns, one rifle and Maoist literature from Kumrahi forest area during an anti-Maoist operation in the Latehar district. The Director General of Police V. D. Ram confirming the recovery said, "We have recovered explosives and arms and ammunitions besides Maoist literatures while carrying out Operation Guard under Manika Police Station in Latehar."
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March - 10 
Shillong Times quoting police source reports that two ULFA militants, 'sergeant major' Amrit Ballav alias Mizo and 'corporal' Bikram Hazarika alias Uttam Hazarika, surrendered along with arms and ammunitions before the Golaghat district administratio
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Shillong Times quoting police source reports that two ULFA militants, 'sergeant major' Amrit Ballav alias Mizo and 'corporal' Bikram Hazarika alias Uttam Hazarika, surrendered along with arms and ammunitions before the Golaghat district administration.
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March - 10 
The Gaya police arrested Karoo Yadav, an ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from Ithari village under the Mohanpur police station area on March 10-morning, according to Times of India. Superintendent of Police, Amit
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The Gaya police arrested Karoo Yadav, an ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from Ithari village under the Mohanpur police station area on March 10-morning, according to Times of India. Superintendent of Police, Amit Jain said that Karoo was involved in an encounter between the Maoists and the police in Mohanpur area. On the basis of information provided by Karoo Yadav, the police raided Ragrej village under Bodh Gaya police station and recovered two police rifles, from the possession of one Janardan Ravidas who was later arrested by police. The rifles were earlier looted by the extremists in one of its dozens of operations against the police in Bihar and Jharkhand.
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March - 10 
The Hindu reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and the Janashakti group of the naxalites (left-wing extremists) called for a State-wide bandh (general strike) on March 14, protesting against the visit of United Progressive Al
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The Hindu reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and the Janashakti group of the naxalites (left-wing extremists) called for a State-wide bandh (general strike) on March 14, protesting against the visit of United Progressive Alliance (UPA) Chairperson, Sonia Gandhi to the State. A joint statement whose signatories were Chandranna, Maoist North Telangana Special Zonal Committee (NTSZC) secretary, and Bharath, secretary of the Janashakti Godavari Valley Regional Committee, branded Sonia Gandhi an “American agent” and called upon people to observe bandh to protest against her visit. The statement also blamed the ruling Congress party for not taking up any developmental projects for Telangana region and for abandoning its promise of forming a separate State. The extremists termed the resignation of Member of Legislative Assemblies, Member of Parliaments and Member of Legislative Council of the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) party as a move only to derive political mileage.
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March - 10 
The Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) is making serious attempts to revive Sikh militancy in India by coordinating and establishing linkages among various terrorist outfits with the Sikh extremist leaders,
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The Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) is making serious attempts to revive Sikh militancy in India by coordinating and establishing linkages among various terrorist outfits with the Sikh extremist leaders, reports Sify.com quoting intelligence sources. The ISI activities to this extent have been planned from countries like the US, Canada, Germany, UK, France, Norway and Belgium, besides Pakistan in the absence of ground support in India. The various terror groups have established nexus among themselves in terms of financial and logistical support, sharing of information and tactical planning. An intelligence input indicated that representatives of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), International Sikh Youth Federation/Rhode (ISYF) and Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) met in Berlin in June 2007 and decided that financial support would be extended to the LeT and logistical support to the BKI to carry out terrorist actions in India. Another input indicated that Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) had got in touch with a UK-based organisation, Parliamentarians for National Self-Determination (PNSD) for modelling their ‘position paper’ on the pattern of the ‘Sikh Position Paper’.
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March - 10 
The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militants shot at and wounded and later paraded an old man Ningombam Ingothoiba in the Thoubal district for his alleged involvement in the raping of a daughter of his brother-in-law
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The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militants shot at and wounded and later paraded an old man Ningombam Ingothoiba in the Thoubal district for his alleged involvement in the raping of a daughter of his brother-in-law
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March - 10 
Three United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants were arrested during a search operation at unspecified place on March 10, reports Press Trust of India.
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Three United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants were arrested during a search operation at unspecified place on March 10, reports Press Trust of India.
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March - 10 
Troops arrested a suspected militant Riaz Ahmed Mir from Bandipora district and recovered one hand grenade and 14 rounds of AK ammunition from him.
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Troops arrested a suspected militant Riaz Ahmed Mir from Bandipora district and recovered one hand grenade and 14 rounds of AK ammunition from him.
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March - 10 
A man claiming to be the spokesman of the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and identifying himself as Beebarg Baloch, claimed that five security personnel, who were trying to defuse a landmine, were killed and three others were injured after it was deton
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A man claiming to be the spokesman of the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and identifying himself as Beebarg Baloch, claimed that five security personnel, who were trying to defuse a landmine, were killed and three others were injured after it was detonated with a remote control near Kahan.
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March - 10 
A rocket fired by militants damaged a portion of the Panjgur airport radar room on March 10, reports Daily Times quoting official sources. The attack was presumably directed at the radar system, but the rocket hit the adjoining area of the radar room
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A rocket fired by militants damaged a portion of the Panjgur airport radar room on March 10, reports Daily Times quoting official sources. The attack was presumably directed at the radar system, but the rocket hit the adjoining area of the radar room, official said. The militants managed to flee after the airport security guards returned fire.
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March - 10 
An unidentified militants abducted tribal chieftan Ilyas Khan in Ghalanai. Dr Asad denied Taliban involvement in the incident.
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An unidentified militants abducted tribal chieftan Ilyas Khan in Ghalanai. Dr Asad denied Taliban involvement in the incident.
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March - 10 
Daily Times quoting local witnesses reported that Lal Din, alias Baray Mian, a senior militant commander escaped a helicopter gunship strike, while his daughter and another girl were injured in the attack on a house in Matta’s Piochar area on March 1
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Daily Times quoting local witnesses reported that Lal Din, alias Baray Mian, a senior militant commander escaped a helicopter gunship strike, while his daughter and another girl were injured in the attack on a house in Matta’s Piochar area on March 10. The strike was executed on intelligence reports suggesting the presence of Lal Din in the house.
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March - 10 
Dawn reports that on March 10 eight persons including a six-year-old girl were injured in explosions in Dera Murad Jamali in Quetta and Khuzdar area. In the first incident, a truck of the Frontier Corps passing through the Eidgah Road was attacked wi
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Dawn reports that on March 10 eight persons including a six-year-old girl were injured in explosions in Dera Murad Jamali in Quetta and Khuzdar area. In the first incident, a truck of the Frontier Corps passing through the Eidgah Road was attacked with a hand-grenade. The grenade exploded after bouncing off the truck, injuring five people sitting outside a tea stall. Security men in the truck were not among the injured. Another explosion in a street off the busy Orchard Road injured a six-year-old girl. Separately, two persons were critically injured when they stepped over a landmine near Goth Abdul Rehman.
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March - 10 
On March 10, the Pakistan army said that it has arrested six suspected militants in the town of Tank and in Swat.
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On March 10, the Pakistan army said that it has arrested six suspected militants in the town of Tank and in Swat.
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March - 10 
On March 10, the Taliban in Mohmand Agency of South Waziristan said that they were attacking security forces in the agency to avenge the killing of five of their men a week ago. On March 4, security forces had killed five militants after firing rocke
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On March 10, the Taliban in Mohmand Agency of South Waziristan said that they were attacking security forces in the agency to avenge the killing of five of their men a week ago. On March 4, security forces had killed five militants after firing rockets at the Nahaqqi checkpost in Mohmand Agency. The newly appointed Tehreek-e-Taliban Mohmand Agency spokesman, Dr Asad told Daily Times, “The Taliban will continue to attack security forces in the agency until and unless security forces end operations in Swat and Waziristan Agency.” He, however, denied that the Taliban had blown up Khasadar checkposts in the agency, saying the government was responsible for the attacks.
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March - 10 
Troops conducted a search operation in the Dherai area to arrest commander Idrees, one of the top 10 aides of militant leader Maulana Fazlullah. However, the operation ended without any arrest, officials said.
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Troops conducted a search operation in the Dherai area to arrest commander Idrees, one of the top 10 aides of militant leader Maulana Fazlullah. However, the operation ended without any arrest, officials said.
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March - 10 
Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala has ruled out holding talks with the agitating Terai-based armed groups ahead of the key CA polls, saying the demands of the Madhesi community living in the southern plains for greater representation and autonomy
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Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala has ruled out holding talks with the agitating Terai-based armed groups ahead of the key CA polls, saying the demands of the Madhesi community living in the southern plains for greater representation and autonomy has been accepted. He said at a time when the entire country is gearing up for the election on April 10 there is no point in holding talks with armed groups of Terai as all the problem has already been solved. "Agreement has been reached on the main problems of Terai and armed groups should also respect the agreement. Since holding talks one after another may disrupt the election process, the government is not in a position to hold further dialogue with any armed group. The government is not in favor of wasting time on the pretext of holding talks now on the eve of polls," Koirala added.
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March - 10 
The United Nations (UN) Electoral Expert Monitoring Team (EEMT), established under the mandate of the Security Council, arrived in Nepal on its fourth visit, reports Nepal News. According to United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN), three of the five-
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The United Nations (UN) Electoral Expert Monitoring Team (EEMT), established under the mandate of the Security Council, arrived in Nepal on its fourth visit, reports Nepal News. According to United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN), three of the five-member EEMT team has arrived in Kathmandu for a three-week visit to hold a wide range of meetings with national as well as international actors to gather information and listen to their views related to the electoral process. In addition to meetings in the capital, members of the EEMT will travel to different regions to meet with local actors, the statement said. The experts are appointed directly by the Secretary-General and are responsible for assessing the Constituent Assembly (CA) electoral process on a regular basis in order to determine whether it is proceeding in a manner that will lead to a result that accurately reflects the will of the Nepalis. The EEMT reports to the Secretary-General, who shares its reports with the government of Nepal and the Election Commission.
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March - 10 
A regional leader of the Red Flag faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) was killed during an encounter with the Rapid Action Battalion personnel at Nandanpur village in the Ataikula sub-district of Pabna district on March 10, reports Da
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A regional leader of the Red Flag faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) was killed during an encounter with the Rapid Action Battalion personnel at Nandanpur village in the Ataikula sub-district of Pabna district on March 10, reports Daily Star. The killed extremist Md Abdus Samad alias Dhala Samad hailed from Kakilakhali village and was accused in several cases, including four for murder. Eight bombs, two shutter guns and three rounds of bullet were recovered from the encounter site.
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March - 10 
Daily Star reports that the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on March 10 submitted supplementary charge sheets of two cases filed in connection with the grenade attack on the British High Commissioner at the shrine of Hajrat Shahjalal in Sylhe
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Daily Star reports that the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on March 10 submitted supplementary charge sheets of two cases filed in connection with the grenade attack on the British High Commissioner at the shrine of Hajrat Shahjalal in Sylhet in 2004. The charge sheets accused the Harkat-ul-Jehad-al-Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) leader Abu Zandal alias Mufti Mainuddin and Masum Billah Khaza of delivering the grenades for the attack. The investigation officer told although charge sheets of the cases were submitted earlier, further investigation was carried out on the basis of the confessional statement of HuJI-B ‘operations commander’ Mufti Abdul Hannan, who indicated that the Abu Zandal had provided the grenades through the outfit’s operatives Sharif Shahedul Alam Bipul and Delwar Hossain Ripon.
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March - 10 
A day earlier, the LTTE militants directed 60-mm mortar fire on troop positions in the Vilattikulam area of Vavuniya district, injuring two soldiers. In the retaliatory fire, the troops killed at least four militants.
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A day earlier, the LTTE militants directed 60-mm mortar fire on troop positions in the Vilattikulam area of Vavuniya district, injuring two soldiers. In the retaliatory fire, the troops killed at least four militants.
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March - 10 
At least 26 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, mostly females, were killed and three others injured by the troops during clashes in the Puliyankulam area of Mannar district on March 10, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also kil
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At least 26 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, mostly females, were killed and three others injured by the troops during clashes in the Puliyankulam area of Mannar district on March 10, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while 13 others were wounded during the clashes.
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March - 10 
In a pre-dawn attack on an LTTE bunker line in the Illanthaivan area of Mannar district on March 10, the troops killed 10 militants and injured an equal number of them. Troops also captured eight bunkers. Three soldiers were also killed while 12 othe
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In a pre-dawn attack on an LTTE bunker line in the Illanthaivan area of Mannar district on March 10, the troops killed 10 militants and injured an equal number of them. Troops also captured eight bunkers. Three soldiers were also killed while 12 others got injured.
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March - 10 
Intelligence sources have revealed that LTTE is attempting to poison VIPs, as they are unable to reach them, said Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake.
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Intelligence sources have revealed that LTTE is attempting to poison VIPs, as they are unable to reach them, said Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake.
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March - 10 
On March 10 (today), one civilian was killed and four others were injured in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion in the Wallawatta area on Colombo-Galle road.
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On March 10 (today), one civilian was killed and four others were injured in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion in the Wallawatta area on Colombo-Galle road.
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March - 10 
On the same day, two LTTE militants were killed by the Special Task Force (STF) personnel at Sangamankanda in the Ummarikulam area of Ampara district. The STF personnel also recovered one claymore mine, one Icom set, one Global Positioning System uni
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On the same day, two LTTE militants were killed by the Special Task Force (STF) personnel at Sangamankanda in the Ummarikulam area of Ampara district. The STF personnel also recovered one claymore mine, one Icom set, one Global Positioning System unit and one anti personnel mine from the incident site.
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March - 10 
Speculations were ripe about another internal rift inside the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) with the announcement by the outfit about the killing of the ‘second in command’ of the Sea Tigers (sea wing of the LTTE), Mangalesh and four others
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Speculations were ripe about another internal rift inside the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) with the announcement by the outfit about the killing of the ‘second in command’ of the Sea Tigers (sea wing of the LTTE), Mangalesh and four others in Wanni on March 10, reports Daily News. The LTTE has not notified reason for their deaths. According to military intelligence sources the killing of Mangalesh and four others in the ranks of ‘Captain’ and ‘Lieutenants’, was due to a long standing dispute between Cheliyan who is now commanding the Sea Tigers following Sea Tigers leader Soosai sustaining injuries in a explosion at Nandikadal in Puthukuduiruppu in 2007. Cheliyan is commanding the Sea Tiger wing after sidelining Mangalesh who was a close confidante of Soosai. Mangalesh has been entrusted with administrative duties due to his physical disability. Intelligence sources believe that the death of Mangalesh has been caused due to this internal rift inside the Sea Tiger hierarchy. Suspicion has also arisen, as the LTTE has not accorded any funeral to this leader at senior level rank.
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March - 11 
A Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant, identified as Khunajam Nawang Singh, of Thokchom was arrested by the security forces who launched a search operation in the general area of Ukhongsang and Thokchom in the Thoubal district.
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A Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant, identified as Khunajam Nawang Singh, of Thokchom was arrested by the security forces who launched a search operation in the general area of Ukhongsang and Thokchom in the Thoubal district.
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March - 11 
A team conducting a seismic survey for the Oil India Limited had a narrow escape when a bomb exploded close to their vehicle at Madhupur Deori village in the Dibrugarh district. The driver received minor injuries and the vehicle was partially damaged
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A team conducting a seismic survey for the Oil India Limited had a narrow escape when a bomb exploded close to their vehicle at Madhupur Deori village in the Dibrugarh district. The driver received minor injuries and the vehicle was partially damaged.
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March - 11 
Clashes between cadres of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and Bodoland People’s Front (BPF), a political party comprising former members of the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), led to six persons being injured and damages to several hou
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Clashes between cadres of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and Bodoland People’s Front (BPF), a political party comprising former members of the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), led to six persons being injured and damages to several houses and vehicles in the Kokrajhar district. The clashes followed an attack on an NDFB camp at Chelaka Bazaar near Bismuri police outpost in the Kokrajhar district on March 11.
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March - 11 
On March 11, the Army and the Manipur Police arrested four militants of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) during separate raids in the Imphal West district.
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On March 11, the Army and the Manipur Police arrested four militants of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) during separate raids in the Imphal West district.
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March - 11 
On March 11, the Army arrested six militants from their hideouts in the Pattan area of Baramulla district, according to Daily Excelsior. One AK rifle, six magazines, 2010 rounds of AK ammunition, two pistols, three magazines, eighteen rounds of pisto
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On March 11, the Army arrested six militants from their hideouts in the Pattan area of Baramulla district, according to Daily Excelsior. One AK rifle, six magazines, 2010 rounds of AK ammunition, two pistols, three magazines, eighteen rounds of pistol ammunition, one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), one hand grenade, six IED circuits, ten liters of liquid explosive, one radio set and other administration stores were recovered from their possession.
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March - 11 
On March 11, two persons, identified as Heisnam Meghachandra Singh and Arambam Gunin, were killed in a bomb blast in the Imphal West district, reports Telegraph. The police are trying to ascertain whether the duo belonged to any militant group and we
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On March 11, two persons, identified as Heisnam Meghachandra Singh and Arambam Gunin, were killed in a bomb blast in the Imphal West district, reports Telegraph. The police are trying to ascertain whether the duo belonged to any militant group and were trying to plant a bomb or were killed in an explosion triggered by militants.
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March - 11 
One PULF militant, identified as Majida Begum, was arrested from an area near the Indigo Blue Hill counter in North AOC of the same district on March 11. Imphal West district’s Senior Superintendent of Police L Kailun informed that Majida was assigne
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One PULF militant, identified as Majida Begum, was arrested from an area near the Indigo Blue Hill counter in North AOC of the same district on March 11. Imphal West district’s Senior Superintendent of Police L Kailun informed that Majida was assigned to collect money from the general public by the PULF.
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March - 11 
People's Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as Thangjam Hemo Singh, was arrested from an area near 2nd MR gate in Imphal. Preliminary interrogation disclosed that he admitted of extorting money from the local shopkeepers.
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People's Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as Thangjam Hemo Singh, was arrested from an area near 2nd MR gate in Imphal. Preliminary interrogation disclosed that he admitted of extorting money from the local shopkeepers.
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March - 11 
Security forces arrested another PULF militant, identified as Mohammed Sharif Khan alias Mohammed Abo, in the general area of Irengband in the Thoubal district. One 9-mm gun (US made), a magazine and 10 live rounds of ammunition were also recovered f
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Security forces arrested another PULF militant, identified as Mohammed Sharif Khan alias Mohammed Abo, in the general area of Irengband in the Thoubal district. One 9-mm gun (US made), a magazine and 10 live rounds of ammunition were also recovered from the militant.
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March - 11 
Security forces arrested six militants of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – United (NSCN-U), including a senior ‘commander’, along with a cache of arms and ammunition at United North block in Dimapur on March 11-morning, Nagaland Post repo
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Security forces arrested six militants of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – United (NSCN-U), including a senior ‘commander’, along with a cache of arms and ammunition at United North block in Dimapur on March 11-morning, Nagaland Post reports. The recovered arms included one AK-47 rifle with magazine, one .22 rifle, one double barrel 12 Bore DBBL, one 7.65mm pistol (Italian made) with three magazines, one.38 revolver and two Chinese grenades.
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March - 11 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres attacked three Jharkhand Armed Police (JAP) personnel using chilly powder at Chowka under Chandil police station jurisdiction in the Seraikela-Kharsawan district on March 11 and snatched two INS
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres attacked three Jharkhand Armed Police (JAP) personnel using chilly powder at Chowka under Chandil police station jurisdiction in the Seraikela-Kharsawan district on March 11 and snatched two INSAS and one self-loading rifle from them, according to Telegraph. The extremists then reportedly fled into the forests in Dinai hills near Urmal, about five kilometers from Chowka police station, where an exchange of fire between the police and extremists was reported.
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March - 11 
The Hindu reports that while replying to a question in the Lok Sabha (lower house of the parliament) on March 11, Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil said that there is no connection between Naxalites (left-wing extremists) in India and the Maoists in
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The Hindu reports that while replying to a question in the Lok Sabha (lower house of the parliament) on March 11, Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil said that there is no connection between Naxalites (left-wing extremists) in India and the Maoists in Nepal. Patil also stated that an arrested Naxalite had told the Jharkhand Police that the extremists have a budget of INR 600 million during 2007-09 for procurement of weapons and explosives.
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March - 11 
The Khammam district police on March 11 conducted an aerial survey of the Maoist affected areas of the district with the help of a helicopter fitted with zoom camera and other gadgets.
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The Khammam district police on March 11 conducted an aerial survey of the Maoist affected areas of the district with the help of a helicopter fitted with zoom camera and other gadgets.
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March - 11 
Times of India reports that a senior cadre of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), Dr Arif Abrar, who had surrendered before a lower court in Nagpur in January 2008, had been granted bail by the 10th Ad hoc Sessions Judge on March 11. Abrar
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Times of India reports that a senior cadre of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), Dr Arif Abrar, who had surrendered before a lower court in Nagpur in January 2008, had been granted bail by the 10th Ad hoc Sessions Judge on March 11. Abrar who was lodged in the Nagpur central jail after police interrogation is expected to be released shortly. Defence lawyer A.M. Rizway stated that court found no incriminating evidence against him.
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March - 11 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a member of the Andhra Pradesh- Orissa Border (AOB) Special Zone Committee identified as Chokkari Gangaram alias Jagabandhu alias Kommu, were killed in an exchange of fire with police
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a member of the Andhra Pradesh- Orissa Border (AOB) Special Zone Committee identified as Chokkari Gangaram alias Jagabandhu alias Kommu, were killed in an exchange of fire with police between Kedaripuram and Elvispeta under Elvispeta police station limits of Vizianagaram district on March 11-night, reports New Indian Express. Superintendent of Police Vikram Singh Mann said that during routine checking of vehicles in the area the police came across the extremists on a motorcycle. When they were asked to stop, the duo opened fire on the police, but were killed in the encounter. The police seized a tapancha (locally made firearm), a revolver and the motorcycle from the incident site.
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March - 11 
Two dead bodies were recovered by the police from Keinou Thonga in the Bishnupur district on March 11, reports Imphal Free Press. Subsequently, the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) claimed that both were cadres of the outfit and were killed fo
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Two dead bodies were recovered by the police from Keinou Thonga in the Bishnupur district on March 11, reports Imphal Free Press. Subsequently, the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) claimed that both were cadres of the outfit and were killed for deserting the outfit’s camp with weapons and selling the same to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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March - 11 
Two persons were killed and 13 others injured in a bomb blast in the Doomdooma town of Tinsukia district on March 11, according to Telegraph. One of the dead was identified as rickshaw-puller Joginder Choudhury, who ferried the suspected bomb carrier
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Two persons were killed and 13 others injured in a bomb blast in the Doomdooma town of Tinsukia district on March 11, according to Telegraph. One of the dead was identified as rickshaw-puller Joginder Choudhury, who ferried the suspected bomb carrier - a woman with a bag - to the marketplace where it exploded. Another person, Firoze Hussain, died later in the hospital.
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March - 11 
Two suspected terrorists, including a Bangladeshi national, were killed by the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) in the Kashimira area of Thane district on March 11-evening, reports Times of India. A senior ATS official said, “Explosive material, suspected
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Two suspected terrorists, including a Bangladeshi national, were killed by the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) in the Kashimira area of Thane district on March 11-evening, reports Times of India. A senior ATS official said, “Explosive material, suspected to be lethal RDX, fake currency in lakhs, and two firearms were seized from the duo.” A Bangladeshi passport was recovered from one of the deceased identifying him as Mohammed Ali. The identity of his accomplice, however, could not be ascertained.
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March - 11 
Unidentified militants shot dead two youths at Keinou Turel Maril in the Bishnupur district on March 11, Telegraph reports.
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Unidentified militants shot dead two youths at Keinou Turel Maril in the Bishnupur district on March 11, Telegraph reports.
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March - 11 
11 people, including two women, were killed and over a dozen injured in fighting between the security forces and tribal militants in the Nawagai sub-division of Bajaur Agency in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on March 11, The News rep
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11 people, including two women, were killed and over a dozen injured in fighting between the security forces and tribal militants in the Nawagai sub-division of Bajaur Agency in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on March 11, The News reported. The fighting erupted after militants attacked the paramilitary Frontier Corps (FC) personnel, who were fetching water from a nearby stream. A paramilitary soldier was injured in the improvised explosive device attack, and this was followed by a heavy gun-battle between the two sides for several hours. 11 people were reported killed so far in the shelling while over a dozen injured.
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March - 11 
At least 30 people were killed and more than 200 sustained injuries in suicide blasts at the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) headquarters and an advertising agency office in Lahore on March 11-morning, Daily Times reported. The first attack was
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At least 30 people were killed and more than 200 sustained injuries in suicide blasts at the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) headquarters and an advertising agency office in Lahore on March 11-morning, Daily Times reported. The first attack was carried out at the FIA regional headquarters on Temple Road, severely damaging the eight-storey establishment and adjacent buildings. The building also housed the offices of a special US-trained unit created to counter terrorism. The suicide bombers on a pick-up rammed through the gate of the building, running over a policeman before blowing up the vehicle, according to Dawn. The second attack was carried out on Bungalow No 83/F in Model Town – the office of an advertising agency. Two children and a gardener died in the bombing and about 12 people were injured. The advertising agency is located near Bilawal House, office of the Pakistan People’s Party. Capital City Police Officer Malik Muhammad Iqbal said attackers rammed explosives-laden vehicles into the targets in both the attacks. Police said around 50kg and 30kg of explosives had been used in the two attacks. Sources said police arrested 27 suspects from Lahore, Gujranwala, Sargodha and Okara on March 11-evening. 15 of them were detained during raids in the Awan Town, Shahdara, Misri Shah and Bilal Gunj in Lahore. Police also seized a large quantity of explosives in the raids.
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March - 11 
Four women and two children were killed when artillery shells fired from the Afghan side of the border hit a number of houses in the Tangri area of North Waziristan on March 11-night, according to Dawn. Local people said that the area came under fire
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Four women and two children were killed when artillery shells fired from the Afghan side of the border hit a number of houses in the Tangri area of North Waziristan on March 11-night, according to Dawn. Local people said that the area came under fire after a security camp in Afghanistan’s Khost province adjacent to North Waziristan had been attacked by some people.
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March - 11 
The Lashkar-i-Islam (LI) warned the government on March 11 that they would take action against people running narcotics businesses in the Jamrod area of Bara in Khyber Agency if the government did not take action against them. LI leaders told reporte
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The Lashkar-i-Islam (LI) warned the government on March 11 that they would take action against people running narcotics businesses in the Jamrod area of Bara in Khyber Agency if the government did not take action against them. LI leaders told reporters at Yousaf Talaab that some people were running narcotics businesses and brothels in the Wazir Dand area of Jamrod, and extorting money from commuters, under the patronage of influential people. They said the people running illegal businesses also had the support of proclaimed offenders.
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March - 11 
The Post reported that armed militants of the local Taliban have started patrolling the streets of Bajaur at the request of the local shopkeepers to stop the ever increasing crime rate. Eyewitnesses have reported that in Inayat Kali, a popular market
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The Post reported that armed militants of the local Taliban have started patrolling the streets of Bajaur at the request of the local shopkeepers to stop the ever increasing crime rate. Eyewitnesses have reported that in Inayat Kali, a popular market, militants could be seen guarding it. The president of Inayat Kali Association Shah Mahmood said the crime rate in the area had increased and the government was unable to handle the situation. The shopkeepers subsequently decided to arrange their own security and requested the local Taliban who agreed to perform the duty.
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March - 11 
Troops at the Chaman border seized arms and ammunition from a car which had crossed over from Afghanistan on March 11, Dawn reported. According to Colonel Syed Agha Mohammed Haider, the troops seized 13 rocket shells, four rifles, two pistols and mor
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Troops at the Chaman border seized arms and ammunition from a car which had crossed over from Afghanistan on March 11, Dawn reported. According to Colonel Syed Agha Mohammed Haider, the troops seized 13 rocket shells, four rifles, two pistols and more than 100 machine-gun rounds. However, he added, no one was arrested and two men in the car escaped.
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March - 11 
Two pylons of a high power transmission line were blown up on March 11-night, causing suspension of power supply to several areas of Dera Allahyar, Dawn reported. Police sources said that explosive devices placed near the pylons of 220kv Shaikarpur-U
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Two pylons of a high power transmission line were blown up on March 11-night, causing suspension of power supply to several areas of Dera Allahyar, Dawn reported. Police sources said that explosive devices placed near the pylons of 220kv Shaikarpur-Uch power transmission line blew up.
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Cadres of the Young Communist League (YCL) handed over the cash and goods that they had snatched from the Rashtriya Janshakti Party (RJP) district president Kumar Bahadur Thapa and some other RJP activists on March 11, to the Dhankuta district admini
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Cadres of the Young Communist League (YCL) handed over the cash and goods that they had snatched from the Rashtriya Janshakti Party (RJP) district president Kumar Bahadur Thapa and some other RJP activists on March 11, to the Dhankuta district administration and the police on March 12, The Himalayan Times reported. CPN-Maoist Dhankuta office in charge Chetan said the cash and the articles were returned after an agreement was reached that both sides would abide by the Election Code of Conduct.
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March - 11 
Cadres of the Young Communist League (YCL) obstructed a group of workers of the Rashtriya Janashakti Party (RJP) on March 11 from campaigning in the Dhankuta district, Nepal News reports. YCL cadres stopped the vehicles of the RJP workers, including
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Cadres of the Young Communist League (YCL) obstructed a group of workers of the Rashtriya Janashakti Party (RJP) on March 11 from campaigning in the Dhankuta district, Nepal News reports. YCL cadres stopped the vehicles of the RJP workers, including its district president Kumar Bahadur Thapa, at Mulghat near the bridge over Tamor River while they were coming to Dhankuta to campaign for their party. The RJP workers have also accused that the YCL cadres seized NR 130000 cash from them and also confiscated citizenship certificate of RJP president and former Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa.
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March - 11 
On March 11, nine Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militants were sentenced to life imprisonment for their involvement in the serial bomb blasts in Barguna on August 17, 2005, reports Daily Star. They were also fined Taka 5,000 each. They were i
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On March 11, nine Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militants were sentenced to life imprisonment for their involvement in the serial bomb blasts in Barguna on August 17, 2005, reports Daily Star. They were also fined Taka 5,000 each. They were identified as Asadul Arif, Rezaul Karim, Hafez Mohammad Mostafa Hasan, Hafez Al Amin, Shahidul Islam, Masum Billah, Abdul Haque Abbasi, Hafez Abdur Rahman and Shahid.
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March - 11 
A case was filed against LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran, its Intelligence wing leader Pottu Amman and three former LTTE cadres, Charles alias Charlis Master, Komadee Manimekala alias Madee, Muttaiyah Sahadevan and Isithor Arokyanathan alias Babu,
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A case was filed against LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran, its Intelligence wing leader Pottu Amman and three former LTTE cadres, Charles alias Charlis Master, Komadee Manimekala alias Madee, Muttaiyah Sahadevan and Isithor Arokyanathan alias Babu, before the Colombo High Court in connection with the assassination case of former Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar.
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March - 11 
An LTTE suspect was arrested in connection with the Wellawatte bomb blast on March 10-morning, which killed a civilian and injured six others, Officer in Charge Wellawatte (Colombo) Mangala Dehideniya, said on March 11, according to Daily News.
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An LTTE suspect was arrested in connection with the Wellawatte bomb blast on March 10-morning, which killed a civilian and injured six others, Officer in Charge Wellawatte (Colombo) Mangala Dehideniya, said on March 11, according to Daily News.
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March - 11 
At Navathkulam, the troops opened fire towards a group of LTTE militants and killed at least one of them.
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At Navathkulam, the troops opened fire towards a group of LTTE militants and killed at least one of them.
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March - 11 
Mass Media Minister Lakshman Yapa Abeywardane on March 11 said that President Mahinda Rajapakse in a letter dated March 7 asked the Commissioner of Elections to declare March 14 as the nomination date for the Eastern Provincial Council election. He s
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Mass Media Minister Lakshman Yapa Abeywardane on March 11 said that President Mahinda Rajapakse in a letter dated March 7 asked the Commissioner of Elections to declare March 14 as the nomination date for the Eastern Provincial Council election. He said that the Commissioner is empowered to take an additional seven days to announce the nomination date. In any event the nomination date has to be announced by March 21.
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March - 11 
On March 11, the troops in a pre-dawn attack captured the immediate surroundings adjacent to the Sinnaodaippu sluice gates under their control after advancing about 500 meter to the east. Four militants were killed while three soldiers sustained inju
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On March 11, the troops in a pre-dawn attack captured the immediate surroundings adjacent to the Sinnaodaippu sluice gates under their control after advancing about 500 meter to the east. Four militants were killed while three soldiers sustained injuries in the fight.
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March - 11 
On March 11, the troops operating ahead of the Maruthamadu FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Vavuniya district killed five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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On March 11, the troops operating ahead of the Maruthamadu FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Vavuniya district killed five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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March - 11 
One soldier was injured in mine explosion triggered by the LTTE in the Periyavalayankadukulam area of Mannar district.
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One soldier was injured in mine explosion triggered by the LTTE in the Periyavalayankadukulam area of Mannar district.
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March - 11 
The Thamil Makkal Viduthalai Pulikal (TMVP), a breakaway faction of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on March 11 (today) won eight out of nine local councils while the ruling United People’s Freedom Alliance (UFPA) won the Batticaloa Munic
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The Thamil Makkal Viduthalai Pulikal (TMVP), a breakaway faction of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on March 11 (today) won eight out of nine local councils while the ruling United People’s Freedom Alliance (UFPA) won the Batticaloa Municipal Council with 11 out of 19 seats, reports Colombo Page. Polling for the local body elections in Batticaloa went off peacefully on March 10, though there were some allegations of vote rigging, sources in the district said, adds IANS. There were nine political parties and 22 independent groups fielding 831 candidates for 101 posts in nine Pradeshiya Sabhas (local councils) and the Batticaloa town municipality. Founded by ‘Colonel’ Karuna in 2004, the TMVP now led by his deputy Pillaiyan contested the elections in alliance with the ruling Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP). Political rivals had christened it the King's Party. Being the only armed group in the area, the TMVP is feared by the people of Batticaloa, reports reaching Colombo say. But in the run up to the current elections, it did not use the arms that it had. The campaign, at least in the final stages, was violence free, local sources said. However, the TMVP's rivals had bitterly complained of intimidation by overt as well as covert means over a long period. The pro-LTTE Tamil National Alliance (TNA) had been 'banned' by the TMVP. The opposition United National Party (UNP) had opted out of the elections saying that it was not going to be free and fair. On voting day, the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) had complained to the authorities of vote rigging by the TMVP. The elections had assumed importance because they were the first to be held after the Tamil areas of Batticaloa district were liberated from the clutches of the LTTE in mid 2007. The successful conclusion of the elections is expected to help the government in holding elections to an eastern provincial council. The northeast has not had provincial council elections since 1990.
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March - 11 
The troops attacked one more fortified LTTE strong point in the Karampaikulam area and neutralized two of their bunkers and cleared a few trenches. Army’s artillery and mortar fire is reported to have inflicted heavy casualties to the outfit, though
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The troops attacked one more fortified LTTE strong point in the Karampaikulam area and neutralized two of their bunkers and cleared a few trenches. Army’s artillery and mortar fire is reported to have inflicted heavy casualties to the outfit, though the exact details are yet to be confirmed. However, ground troops confirmed that four soldiers were killed while two others sustained injuries during the clash.
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March - 12 
A militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed by the security forces in a gun-battle at Rampore in the Sopore area of Baramulla district on March 12, according to Daily Excelsior. While Defence sources confirmed the death of one militant, Police
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A militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed by the security forces in a gun-battle at Rampore in the Sopore area of Baramulla district on March 12, according to Daily Excelsior. While Defence sources confirmed the death of one militant, Police officials insisted that three militants of the group were "believed to be dead." The Deputy Inspector General of Police (North Kashmir) said that no dead body had been recovered till late night. Unnamed officials said that Lashkar-e-Toiba's radio intercepts since the evening were also mentioning death of three militants.
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March - 12 
According to Times of India, suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on March 12 shot dead Gandhi Mahato, leader of the Democratic Youth Federation of India, youth wing of the ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-
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According to Times of India, suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on March 12 shot dead Gandhi Mahato, leader of the Democratic Youth Federation of India, youth wing of the ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M), at Angarkuria in the West Midnapore district. Police sources said that Mahato was killed on suspicion of being a police informer.
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March - 12 
G. Sampath, a cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was killed in an encounter with the police personnel near Peddavagu between Nimmagudem and Pegadapalli villages in the Karimnagar district on March 12-morning, reports Times of
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G. Sampath, a cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was killed in an encounter with the police personnel near Peddavagu between Nimmagudem and Pegadapalli villages in the Karimnagar district on March 12-morning, reports Times of India. He has been identified as a key action team member of the Mahadevpur area.
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March - 12 
On March 12, a 12-member ministry of the Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) led by Neiphiu Rio was sworn in by Governor K. Sankaranarayanan, reports Nagaland Post. Following the swearing in ceremony, Chief Minister Rio said that his government wou
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On March 12, a 12-member ministry of the Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) led by Neiphiu Rio was sworn in by Governor K. Sankaranarayanan, reports Nagaland Post. Following the swearing in ceremony, Chief Minister Rio said that his government would play the role of an active facilitator to bring about lasting peace, unity and oneness in the Naga family. "The need of the hour is peace and we will constitute a Political Affairs Committee at the earliest to strengthen our role of facilitator", he said. Earlier in the day, the Union Cabinet had revoked the President's rule in Nagaland to pave way for the formation of a new government.
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March - 12 
On March 12, a powerful explosion at Mazbat in the Udalguri district injured 10 persons, reports Assam Tribune. Further, two more blasts were reported from the Udalguri town. While the first blast occurred in the Udalguri railway station, the second
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On March 12, a powerful explosion at Mazbat in the Udalguri district injured 10 persons, reports Assam Tribune. Further, two more blasts were reported from the Udalguri town. While the first blast occurred in the Udalguri railway station, the second one was reported from the heart of the town. No one was, however, injured in these explosions.
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March - 12 
On March 12, Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh called on the youth to shun violence and take part in the development process. Inaugurating a tourism festival at Hafta Kangjeibung, he said, "The law and order is the major handicap. With proper infrastr
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On March 12, Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh called on the youth to shun violence and take part in the development process. Inaugurating a tourism festival at Hafta Kangjeibung, he said, "The law and order is the major handicap. With proper infrastructure and peaceful environment, youths of the state could harvest the benefits of the tourism industry. So my appeal is, come forward and make Manipur a tourism hub."
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March - 12 
On March 12, the Assam government said that 42,896 "illegal migrants" from Bangladesh infiltrated into Assam between 1985 and 2007, reports Indian Express. Bhumidhar Barman, the Minister for Implementation of Assam Accord, replying to a question by R
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On March 12, the Assam government said that 42,896 "illegal migrants" from Bangladesh infiltrated into Assam between 1985 and 2007, reports Indian Express. Bhumidhar Barman, the Minister for Implementation of Assam Accord, replying to a question by Ramendra Narayan Kalita of the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) said that while 12,846 were identified and confirmed as Bangladeshi infiltrators by the tribunals established under the Illegal Migrants (Determination by Tribunals) [IM (DT)] Act, the remaining 30,050 were identified under provisions of the Foreigners Act of 1946. "It has been possible, however, to actually deport only 2,221 of them", the minister said. While 1,547 of them were deported by serving expulsion orders on them, 667 were expelled by serving "Quit India" notices.
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March - 12 
Security forces arrested a senior commander of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), Surajit Singh, along with two of his associates, Ibasul Haque and L.C.K. Singh, from a hideout at Sonai block in the Cachar district on March 12, Telegraph reports. Su
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Security forces arrested a senior commander of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), Surajit Singh, along with two of his associates, Ibasul Haque and L.C.K. Singh, from a hideout at Sonai block in the Cachar district on March 12, Telegraph reports. Surajit, a high ranking militant in the PLA hierarchy, leads a division as its commander in the Jiribam-Cachar region.
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March - 12 
The Naxalites are reported to have a budget of INR 60 crore for procurement of weapons and explosives during 2007-09, according to The Hindu. The Union Minister of State for Home Sriprakash Jaiswal informed the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament)
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The Naxalites are reported to have a budget of INR 60 crore for procurement of weapons and explosives during 2007-09, according to The Hindu. The Union Minister of State for Home Sriprakash Jaiswal informed the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament) on March 12 that an arrested extremist had stated this during interrogation by the Jharkhand Police. He said no other details in this regard are available. In reply to another question, he said as per information available, the Maoists have sophisticated weapons and communication systems. The extremists primarily get a substantial bulk of their weapons by looting and they also get them from illicit weapon manufacturing units, Jaiswal said. The total number of Maoist related incidents has increased from 1,509 in 2006 to 1,565 in 2007, he said. The number of causalities of security forces has increased from 157 in 2006 to 236 in 2007, while in the same period, the number of civilian casualties decreased from 521 to 460.
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March - 12 
The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) claimed that the attacks on the Legislative Assembly and the house of the Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) Bijoy Koijam were carried out by the outfit’s Cobra Task Force unit. In a state
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The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) claimed that the attacks on the Legislative Assembly and the house of the Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) Bijoy Koijam were carried out by the outfit’s Cobra Task Force unit. In a statement signed by the ‘publicity and propaganda secretary’ Aheiba Angom, the PREPAK warned people to stay away from the quarters and houses of the ministers and MLAs as the outfit plans to continue attacking these places.
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March - 12 
The Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil said in Rajya Sabha (upper house of parliament) on March 12 that infiltration from Pakistan and Bangladesh has declined, reports Times of India. "Available information about apprehension of foreign intruders indi
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The Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil said in Rajya Sabha (upper house of parliament) on March 12 that infiltration from Pakistan and Bangladesh has declined, reports Times of India. "Available information about apprehension of foreign intruders indicates a decline in cross-border infiltration on the Indo-Pakistan and Indo-Bangladesh borders", he said. Since 1947, Patil said, about 80,000 intruders had crossed Indo-Pakistan and Indo-Bangladesh borders. Most of them were arrested and deported, he stated. The Minister also said that during 2007, 128 foreign intruders were arrested on the India-Pakistan border, the same number as the previous year. In 2005, 202 intruders were arrested on the border. On the India-Bangladesh border, 4206 persons were arrested in 2007, down from 5130 in 2006. In 2005, 6384 persons were arrested on that border, he said. The Minister also ruled out the possibility of Bangladeshi migrants indulging in left-wing extremist activities. In a separate reply to a question on the impact of the scrapping of the Illegal Migrants (Determination by Tribunals) Act, the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Radhika Selvi, said that the Government is aware of illegal immigration from Bangladesh into various parts of India. However, as this activity takes places clandestinely, no specific details are available about the magnitude of this illegal infiltration, she said.
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March - 12 
Three suspected militants were killed by the Assam Rifles (AR) personnel during an exchange of fire at Khoikai village under Kasom Khullen police station in the Ukhrul district on March 12, reports Kanglaonline. Two pistols (USA made) with two magazi
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Three suspected militants were killed by the Assam Rifles (AR) personnel during an exchange of fire at Khoikai village under Kasom Khullen police station in the Ukhrul district on March 12, reports Kanglaonline. Two pistols (USA made) with two magazines loaded with live rounds of 9-mm and one Chinese hand grenade along with three fired out cases of 9-mm bullets were recovered from the possession of the slain militants.
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March - 12 
An AP report quoted the army as saying that security forces had arrested five suspected militants and seized a cache of weapons and ammunition in Swat.
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An AP report quoted the army as saying that security forces had arrested five suspected militants and seized a cache of weapons and ammunition in Swat.
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March - 12 
Police on March 12 arrested more than 50 suspects in province-wide raids in connection with the suicide attacks in Lahore on March 11, and were investigating whether al Qaeda was behind the attacks, according to Daily Times. Police sources said the s
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Police on March 12 arrested more than 50 suspects in province-wide raids in connection with the suicide attacks in Lahore on March 11, and were investigating whether al Qaeda was behind the attacks, according to Daily Times. Police sources said the suspects, most of them from banned militant groups, were arrested from Lahore, Faisalabad, Okara, Dera Ghazi Khan and Bahawalpur. Deputy Inspector General (Investigations) Tasadaq Hussain said plastic explosive C4 was used in the attacks. Meanwhile, four to six men prepared to carry out suicide attacks are still present in Lahore, Geo News reported.
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March - 12 
Two policemen and an equal number of suspected militant facilitators were killed in separate bomb blasts in the Swat district of NWFP on March 12, Daily Times reported. Policemen Mustafa and Suleman were killed and two others were wounded when the ro
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Two policemen and an equal number of suspected militant facilitators were killed in separate bomb blasts in the Swat district of NWFP on March 12, Daily Times reported. Policemen Mustafa and Suleman were killed and two others were wounded when the roadside bomb they were defusing exploded in the Charbagh area. Separately, two people, suspected to be Taliban facilitators, were killed when the bomb they were making exploded in the Kabal sub-division.
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March - 12 
According to reports, most of the Maoist People’s Liberation Army (PLA) fighters from the the Dashrathpur (Surkhet)-based sixth division have taken home leave, flouting the stipulation that states that not more than 10 percent of them can take home l
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According to reports, most of the Maoist People’s Liberation Army (PLA) fighters from the the Dashrathpur (Surkhet)-based sixth division have taken home leave, flouting the stipulation that states that not more than 10 percent of them can take home leave at a time. These fighters are reportedly campaigning for the Maoist candidates. Division commander Pratik, whose wife Jun Kumari Rokaya is contesting the CA polls as a Maoist candidate in Rukum district, was also on leave to campaign for her. This division with four brigades has 3,800 militias. Joint commander Dipak acknowledged that the PLA fighters are canvassing. He said, "Our comrades are pursuing voters in the villages and urging them to vote for the best. Nothing is wrong with that." He, however, denied that they had instructions from the party high command to do so.
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March - 12 
Armed cadres of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J) shot dead a civilian identified as Hitlal Singh at his residence in the Hardiya area of Bara district on March 12, Nepal News reports.
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Armed cadres of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J) shot dead a civilian identified as Hitlal Singh at his residence in the Hardiya area of Bara district on March 12, Nepal News reports.
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March - 12 
Cadres of the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist) on March 12 attacked an election campaign meeting of the Communist Party of Nepal-United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) in Preeti Village Development Committee (VDC) area in the Ramechhap distric
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Cadres of the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist) on March 12 attacked an election campaign meeting of the Communist Party of Nepal-United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) in Preeti Village Development Committee (VDC) area in the Ramechhap district and injured 12 persons, including the CPN-UML candidate for Ramechhap district’s constituency number 1, Dev Shankar Poudel, reports The Himalayan Times.
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March - 12 
CPN-Maoist cadres severely assaulted a Nepali Congress activist, Ganeshman Shrestha, of Ghyalchowk Village Development Committee area in the Gorkha district on March 12-night, Kantipuronline reports. According to Shrestha, a group of around 20 Maoist
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CPN-Maoist cadres severely assaulted a Nepali Congress activist, Ganeshman Shrestha, of Ghyalchowk Village Development Committee area in the Gorkha district on March 12-night, Kantipuronline reports. According to Shrestha, a group of around 20 Maoists, led by their area in-charge, attacked him while he was returning home after attending a party programme at Kurintar. The Maoists assaulted him asking reasons as to why he had taken part in the party programme.
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March - 12 
Nepal News reports that the Maoists abducted two workers of the Rashtriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) in the Chitwan district. The security forces are reported to have later freed the abducted persons.
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Nepal News reports that the Maoists abducted two workers of the Rashtriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) in the Chitwan district. The security forces are reported to have later freed the abducted persons.
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March - 12 
The CPN-UML general secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal accused the Maoists of spreading terror and plotting to capture booths to ensure their victory in the Constituent Assembly (CA) elections. Speaking at a programme in Gaur, he added that it was because
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The CPN-UML general secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal accused the Maoists of spreading terror and plotting to capture booths to ensure their victory in the Constituent Assembly (CA) elections. Speaking at a programme in Gaur, he added that it was because of their unsavoury activities that locals and cadres of other parties had killed over 40 Maoists in the area during 2007.
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March - 12 
Bhutan police said that they have killed at least five suspected Maoists in various operations over the last week, according to BBC. 17 suspected Maoists have also been arrested in the recent raids, officials said. An unnamed senior Bhutanese police
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Bhutan police said that they have killed at least five suspected Maoists in various operations over the last week, according to BBC. 17 suspected Maoists have also been arrested in the recent raids, officials said. An unnamed senior Bhutanese police official said they had raided two small Maoist camps in the jungles in the south of the country and arrested at least eight Maoists, including a ‘commander’, along with weapons.
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March - 12 
Daily Star reports that Police recovered 103 illegal firearms, 71 explosives and 533 rounds of bullets in the Khulna district in February 2008. Further 11,016 people, including 73 listed terrorists and extremists, were arrested during an operation la
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Daily Star reports that Police recovered 103 illegal firearms, 71 explosives and 533 rounds of bullets in the Khulna district in February 2008. Further 11,016 people, including 73 listed terrorists and extremists, were arrested during an operation launched to counter criminal activities by anti-social elements and improve the law and order situation in the district.
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March - 12 
On March 12, the Assam government said that 42,896 "illegal migrants" from Bangladesh infiltrated into Assam between 1985 and 2007, reports Indian Express. Bhumidhar Barman, the Minister for Implementation of Assam Accord, replying to a question by R
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On March 12, the Assam government said that 42,896 "illegal migrants" from Bangladesh infiltrated into Assam between 1985 and 2007, reports Indian Express. Bhumidhar Barman, the Minister for Implementation of Assam Accord, replying to a question by Ramendra Narayan Kalita of the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) said that while 12,846 were identified and confirmed as Bangladeshi infiltrators by the tribunals established under the Illegal Migrants (Determination by Tribunals) [IM (DT)] Act, the remaining 30,050 were identified under provisions of the Foreigners Act of 1946. "It has been possible, however, to actually deport only 2,221 of them", the minister said. While 1,547 of them were deported by serving expulsion orders on them, 667 were expelled by serving "Quit India" notices.
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March - 12 
Nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and an equal number of them injured when the troops attacked three bunkers of the outfit in the Udayanathankulam area of Vavuniya district on March 12, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). T
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Nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and an equal number of them injured when the troops attacked three bunkers of the outfit in the Udayanathankulam area of Vavuniya district on March 12, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Three soldiers sustained injuries in the incident. The troops later recovered one T-56 weapon, three claymore mines, 40 hand grenades, 24 anti-personnel mines, nine Arul bombs and four ration packets from the incident site.
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March - 12 
Police arrested a teacher in Kandy who is alleged to have had connections with the LTTE intelligence wing, reports Daily News. The teacher is suspected to have received training from the outfit and is reported to have attended the funeral of the outf
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Police arrested a teacher in Kandy who is alleged to have had connections with the LTTE intelligence wing, reports Daily News. The teacher is suspected to have received training from the outfit and is reported to have attended the funeral of the outfit’s political wing leader S.P. Thamilselvam who was killed in an air strike in November 2007.
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March - 12 
The Ministry of Defence Website reported that a group of Tamil fishermen are alleged to have been abducted and held captive by the LTTE on March 12, while fishing in the waters off Vedithalthivu, North of Mannar. Four fishermen out of the five who ha
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The Ministry of Defence Website reported that a group of Tamil fishermen are alleged to have been abducted and held captive by the LTTE on March 12, while fishing in the waters off Vedithalthivu, North of Mannar. Four fishermen out of the five who have gone fishing were reportedly abducted by the militants.
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March - 12 
The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter crafts on March 12 bombed three LTTE camps, from where the militants were directing heavy fire on to the advancing troops, in the area north and east of Madhu in the Mannar district.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter crafts on March 12 bombed three LTTE camps, from where the militants were directing heavy fire on to the advancing troops, in the area north and east of Madhu in the Mannar district.
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March - 12 
The troops attacked a LTTE bunker in the Umayarathuvarankulam area and killed three militants, including the team leader Tallavan.
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The troops attacked a LTTE bunker in the Umayarathuvarankulam area and killed three militants, including the team leader Tallavan.
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March - 12 
Three more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Karampaikkulam area.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Karampaikkulam area.
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March - 12 
Three soldiers were wounded due to the explosion of an improvised explosive device in the same area.
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Three soldiers were wounded due to the explosion of an improvised explosive device in the same area.
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March - 13 
A militant of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K), identified as Kitoyi Zhimo, of Zekiye village under Satakha sub-division in the Zunheboto district was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Electrical Colony in the capital
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A militant of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K), identified as Kitoyi Zhimo, of Zekiye village under Satakha sub-division in the Zunheboto district was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Electrical Colony in the capital Kohima on March 13, reports Shillong Times. Police recovered three empty cases, one live round of ammunition and one bullet head from the incident site.
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March - 13 
Assam Tribune reports that the army shot dead a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Rupa Moran, after he lobbed a grenade at the troops at Hatibandha village under Tengakhat Police Station in the Dibrugarh district on March 13.
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Assam Tribune reports that the army shot dead a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Rupa Moran, after he lobbed a grenade at the troops at Hatibandha village under Tengakhat Police Station in the Dibrugarh district on March 13.
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March - 13 
Four persons were killed and nine others injured in a police firing on an irate mob which was protesting against the dismantling of a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) camp at Bengtol in the Chirang district on March 13, PTI reports. Over
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Four persons were killed and nine others injured in a police firing on an irate mob which was protesting against the dismantling of a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) camp at Bengtol in the Chirang district on March 13, PTI reports. Over 2000 people tried to prevent the NDFB camp from being dismantled claiming that it was required in the interest of peace as the outfit was in a cease-fire agreement with the Centre. According to sources, the NDFB mobilised people of the area to protest against the closing down of the camp.
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March - 13 
Indian Express reports that fifteen Naxalites (left-wing extremists) belonging to different groups surrendered to the Police in the Khammam and Kurnool districts on March 13. While ten extremists, including Vagaboina Saraiah alias Sagar, the district
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Indian Express reports that fifteen Naxalites (left-wing extremists) belonging to different groups surrendered to the Police in the Khammam and Kurnool districts on March 13. While ten extremists, including Vagaboina Saraiah alias Sagar, the district committee secretary of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI-ML)’s Praja Prathighatana group, surrendered in Khammam, five more surrendered in Kurnool. The Officer on Special Duty in Nandyal, Mohan Rao, said that the surrender was a part of the ‘Operation Velugu Bata’ launched by the police.
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March - 13 
On March 13, Babita, the Uttar Pradesh unit chief of the Women Guerrilla Squad of the Communist Part of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) carrying a head money of INR 20,000, was arrested from Mau village near the Vijaygarh Fort by the Sonebhadra district po
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On March 13, Babita, the Uttar Pradesh unit chief of the Women Guerrilla Squad of the Communist Part of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) carrying a head money of INR 20,000, was arrested from Mau village near the Vijaygarh Fort by the Sonebhadra district police, reports Indian Express. A .9 mm pistol of American make and six cartridges were recovered from her possession. With the arrest, Police claimed to have exposed some Maoist plans, including the one to blow up the Sasaram Jail in Bihar. Ram Kumar, the district Superintendent of Police, said, "Babita, who joined the extremist movement five years ago, was wanted for murder, dacoity and robbery. The cash reward on her head was announced from Lucknow in 2006."
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March - 13 
On March 13, sixteen cadres of the Communist Party of India (CPI-Maoist) surrendered to the police in Muzaffarpur, reports The Hindu. Of those who surrendered, five were wanted in several criminal cases, the Muzaffarpur District Superintendent of Pol
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On March 13, sixteen cadres of the Communist Party of India (CPI-Maoist) surrendered to the police in Muzaffarpur, reports The Hindu. Of those who surrendered, five were wanted in several criminal cases, the Muzaffarpur District Superintendent of Police Ratna Sanjay said. The Maoists also deposited over 50 kilograms of explosives, six detonators, two landmines, seven pistols, four rifles, two guns and several rounds of ammunition.
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March - 13 
On March 13, the West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, replying to the Governor's address in the State Legislative Assembly, blamed Jharkhand for the Maoist insurgency in his State, reports Indian Express. "Our problem is that the Maois
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On March 13, the West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, replying to the Governor's address in the State Legislative Assembly, blamed Jharkhand for the Maoist insurgency in his State, reports Indian Express. "Our problem is that the Maoists are well entrenched in our neighbouring state of Jharkhand and they undergo training there. Unfortunately, the Jharkhand government is not doing much to check the menace. The Maoists strike here and later flee to that State" he stated. "In fact, had there been no involvement of the Maoists, the situation in Nandigram would not have flared up as it had been last year", he added.
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March - 13 
Suspected Black Widow (BW) militants abducted five persons, including three officials of a private construction company working on the North Cachar Hills stretch of the East-West corridor of the National Highways Authority of India. Project manager U
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Suspected Black Widow (BW) militants abducted five persons, including three officials of a private construction company working on the North Cachar Hills stretch of the East-West corridor of the National Highways Authority of India. Project manager Umesh Suresh Verma, deputy project manager Juga Prasad Deka and senior technical engineer Dhruba Jyoti Choudhury were abducted along with driver Babul Bora and Assam Police constable Tapan Singh Timung. Police said that they were probably waylaid and abducted from a site between Mandardisa and Hatikhali, under Langting police station. The vehicle in which they were travelling was later found abandoned near an Army camp at Ardaupur.
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March - 13 
Two cadres of the Naga People’s Council (NPC) were arrested by a combined force of Imphal West commandos and AR personnel at Kwakeithel on March 13. The duo was identified as Sanglai Sangreiyo alias Lindo of Leihaoram village in the Ukhrul district a
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Two cadres of the Naga People’s Council (NPC) were arrested by a combined force of Imphal West commandos and AR personnel at Kwakeithel on March 13. The duo was identified as Sanglai Sangreiyo alias Lindo of Leihaoram village in the Ukhrul district and Thingnamei Luckison alias Mongreingam of Harup village in the Senapati district.
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March - 13 
Two persons, including a minor, were injured in a grenade blast in an ice factory at Rupaisiding in the Tinsukia district on March 13.
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Two persons, including a minor, were injured in a grenade blast in an ice factory at Rupaisiding in the Tinsukia district on March 13.
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March - 13 
A civilian, Mehmood Masoozai, was killed on March 13 in a bomb blast in the Terak village of Kurram Agency in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), Daily Times reported.
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A civilian, Mehmood Masoozai, was killed on March 13 in a bomb blast in the Terak village of Kurram Agency in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), Daily Times reported.
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March - 13 
A meeting of security agencies on March 13 named al Qaeda and pro-Taliban commander Baitullah Mehsud as the prime suspects in the twin suicide attacks in Lahore on March 11, according to Daily Times. Sources privy to the meeting said representatives
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A meeting of security agencies on March 13 named al Qaeda and pro-Taliban commander Baitullah Mehsud as the prime suspects in the twin suicide attacks in Lahore on March 11, according to Daily Times. Sources privy to the meeting said representatives of intelligence agencies, the Federal Investigation Agency, Punjab Police and the Crime Investigation Department said Lahore was being targeted because it housed the regional headquarters of various security agencies. Investigators said at the meeting that Lahore was not a new target as intelligence had arrested 48 suspects including seven would-be suicide bombers from the provincial capital and seized 640 kilograms of explosives before Muharram.
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March - 13 
Dutch police have arrested a Pakistani man who they say is linked to a jihadi network which was largely dismantled after raids in Barcelona during January 2008, Dawn reported. The 26-year-old suspect was detained on March 13 in the south-western Dutc
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Dutch police have arrested a Pakistani man who they say is linked to a jihadi network which was largely dismantled after raids in Barcelona during January 2008, Dawn reported. The 26-year-old suspect was detained on March 13 in the south-western Dutch town of Breda, the public prosecutor’s office said in a statement on March 14. The detainee was "suspected of belonging to a global jihadist network which prepares attacks in western Europe", the statement said. The police had been investigating the suspect, who was not identified by name, since late January 2008 acting on information of the security services in The Hague. The suspect, who had been in the Netherlands since September 2007, was enrolled as a student but mostly worked as a house painter, AFP reported.
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March - 13 
Militants set ablaze three general stores in the Kuza Banda area of Kabal sub-division in Swat.
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Militants set ablaze three general stores in the Kuza Banda area of Kabal sub-division in Swat.
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March - 13 
Power supply to various areas of the Bolan district was disrupted after four pylons of two high-power transmission lines were blown up on March 13-night, according to Dawn. Officials said some saboteurs had planted heavy explosives around three pylon
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Power supply to various areas of the Bolan district was disrupted after four pylons of two high-power transmission lines were blown up on March 13-night, according to Dawn. Officials said some saboteurs had planted heavy explosives around three pylons of 220 KV and one pylon of 132 KV of the Sibi-Mach transmission lines.
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March - 13 
Security forces (SFs) on March 13 arrested seven militants during a search operation in the Char Bagh area of Swat district in the NWFP, Daily Times reported. SFs also reportedly launched a search operation in the Shakar Darra area of Matta sub-divis
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Security forces (SFs) on March 13 arrested seven militants during a search operation in the Char Bagh area of Swat district in the NWFP, Daily Times reported. SFs also reportedly launched a search operation in the Shakar Darra area of Matta sub-division in Swat. However, there were no reports of arrests made or weapons recovered.
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March - 13 
The Punjab Police on March 13 arrested 15 more suspects in connection with the bombings. Police also conducted several raids in southern Punjab, sources said.
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The Punjab Police on March 13 arrested 15 more suspects in connection with the bombings. Police also conducted several raids in southern Punjab, sources said.
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March - 13 
A group of Young Communist League (YCL) cadres misbehaved with Nepali Congress Shiva Raj Joshi and several other party workers when they were in Ghatgaun Village Development Committee in the Surkhet district on a poll campaign on March 13, Himalayan
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A group of Young Communist League (YCL) cadres misbehaved with Nepali Congress Shiva Raj Joshi and several other party workers when they were in Ghatgaun Village Development Committee in the Surkhet district on a poll campaign on March 13, Himalayan Times reports. They were detained by the YCL cadres, saying that they had entered the Maoists’ base area without permission. YCL cadres also stopped the Armed Police Force team at Bheri River denying them to board the boat while heading for the incident site.
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March - 13 
Maoists stormed the Rashtriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) office in Chitwan on March 13-evening and ransacked all the furniture and documents before setting ablaze the building, reports Kantipuronline. According to RPP Chairman Pashupati Shumsher Rana, "
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Maoists stormed the Rashtriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) office in Chitwan on March 13-evening and ransacked all the furniture and documents before setting ablaze the building, reports Kantipuronline. According to RPP Chairman Pashupati Shumsher Rana, "Furniture and stationery worth NR 600,000 and an office building worth NR 4.5 million have been completely destroyed."
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March - 13 
Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala urged the Maoists not to create obstacles to the other parties' election campaign and to stop "intimidating and attacking" their cadres. "I specifically urge the Maoist leaders to stop all manner of intimidation,
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Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala urged the Maoists not to create obstacles to the other parties' election campaign and to stop "intimidating and attacking" their cadres. "I specifically urge the Maoist leaders to stop all manner of intimidation, threats and torture," Koirala said adding that, "It will be beneficial to all, including the Maoists themselves, if such practices are brought to an end."
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March - 13 
YCL cadres assaulted a CPN-UML cadre, Khadga Bahadur Pariyar, of Kaskikot-5 in the Kaski district on March 13.
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YCL cadres assaulted a CPN-UML cadre, Khadga Bahadur Pariyar, of Kaskikot-5 in the Kaski district on March 13.
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March - 13 
Kuenselonline reports that a man in Dagana was killed on the spot on March 13 while handling an explosive device that had been kept at his house. According to the Royal Bhutan Police, Bik Bahadur Subba was handling an explosive device, which was kept
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Kuenselonline reports that a man in Dagana was killed on the spot on March 13 while handling an explosive device that had been kept at his house. According to the Royal Bhutan Police, Bik Bahadur Subba was handling an explosive device, which was kept at his house by a militant cadre, Ramesh Subba of the Communist Party of Bhutan based in Nepal. A police spokesman said that Ramesh Subba, along with three other militants, were responsible for planting two bombs in Dagapela on January 20.
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March - 13 
Daily Star reports that the Police in Sirajganj district arrested a leader of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) from Char Boyra village on March 13. The arrested extremist Abul Hossain is an accused in many cases including murder, killing poli
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Daily Star reports that the Police in Sirajganj district arrested a leader of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) from Char Boyra village on March 13. The arrested extremist Abul Hossain is an accused in many cases including murder, killing police personnel, attacking the police camp at Randhunibari and looting of arms and ammunition.
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March - 13 
10 militants were inured when the troops attacked a LTTE base in the Kokkutoduvai area. Another soldier was injured due to the explosion of an LTTE anti-personnel mine in the Karampaikkulam area.
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10 militants were inured when the troops attacked a LTTE base in the Kokkutoduvai area. Another soldier was injured due to the explosion of an LTTE anti-personnel mine in the Karampaikkulam area.
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March - 13 
11 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during several clashes between the troops and militants in the Karukkakulam, Nedunkandal, Vannakulam and Ilantaivan areas of Mannar district on March 13, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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11 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during several clashes between the troops and militants in the Karukkakulam, Nedunkandal, Vannakulam and Ilantaivan areas of Mannar district on March 13, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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March - 13 
A day earlier, troops found a parcel containing fourteen 9-mm pistol rounds inside a Matara bound bus passenger bus at Wellawaya in the Moneragala district. The troops also recovered one claymore mine, seventy 81-mm mortar bombs, one LTTE uniform, on
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A day earlier, troops found a parcel containing fourteen 9-mm pistol rounds inside a Matara bound bus passenger bus at Wellawaya in the Moneragala district. The troops also recovered one claymore mine, seventy 81-mm mortar bombs, one LTTE uniform, one cyanide capsule, five APMs and one wire roll from a shrub in the Bommarikulam area of Ampara district.
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March - 13 
At Andankulam, the troops attacked a LTTE base injuring or killing at least nine militants and also recovered three claymore mines. Similarly, during another attack on a LTTE bunker in the Ethawatunuwewa area, the troops either injured or killed at l
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At Andankulam, the troops attacked a LTTE base injuring or killing at least nine militants and also recovered three claymore mines. Similarly, during another attack on a LTTE bunker in the Ethawatunuwewa area, the troops either injured or killed at least 3-4 militants. One damaged cougar hand set was later recovered from the area.
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March - 13 
At Janakapura in the same district, the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker and killed three militants. Troops later recovered two T-56 weapons, three hand grenades and two Icom sets from the bunker.
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At Janakapura in the same district, the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker and killed three militants. Troops later recovered two T-56 weapons, three hand grenades and two Icom sets from the bunker.
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March - 13 
Four more LTTE militants were killed when the troops attacked a gun position of the outfit in the Kokkuthuduvai area, SLA reports.
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Four more LTTE militants were killed when the troops attacked a gun position of the outfit in the Kokkuthuduvai area, SLA reports.
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March - 13 
Naval troops serving in the Thorankadu area of Trincomalee district recovered one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine, 665 rounds of T-56 ammunition, 24 electric detonators and six hand grenades on March 13, reports SLA.
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Naval troops serving in the Thorankadu area of Trincomalee district recovered one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine, 665 rounds of T-56 ammunition, 24 electric detonators and six hand grenades on March 13, reports SLA.
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March - 13 
On the same day, troops attacked a LTTE bunker in the Sivarayankulam area and killed at least two militants.
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On the same day, troops attacked a LTTE bunker in the Sivarayankulam area and killed at least two militants.
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March - 13 
President Mahinda Rajapakse on March 13 underlined his determination to extend democracy now being enjoyed by the Eastern polity to the people of Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu too in the near future, according to Daily News. The President also said the
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President Mahinda Rajapakse on March 13 underlined his determination to extend democracy now being enjoyed by the Eastern polity to the people of Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu too in the near future, according to Daily News. The President also said the East no longer has to be identified with the North and referred to as the ‘North-East’, and added, "No longer have the Eastern masses to be under the Wanni terrorists. We will never ever permit the Wanni terrorists to dominate the people in the East."
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March - 13 
The troops fired on a tractor carrying LTTE militants in the Karampachchikulam area and completely destroyed the tractor, killing six militants, The Hindu reported.
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The troops fired on a tractor carrying LTTE militants in the Karampachchikulam area and completely destroyed the tractor, killing six militants, The Hindu reported.
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March - 13 
The troops killed three LTTE militants during an encounter in the same area.
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The troops killed three LTTE militants during an encounter in the same area.
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March - 13 
Troops conducting clearing operations at Karampaikkulam recovered a highly decomposed dead body of a female LTTE militant along with one Icom set and one T-56 weapon.
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Troops conducting clearing operations at Karampaikkulam recovered a highly decomposed dead body of a female LTTE militant along with one Icom set and one T-56 weapon.
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March - 14 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was arrested along with electronic gadgets, including a laptop, the police said on March 15, reports The Hindu. The police raided the house of Shabir Ahmed alias Pappu in the Sabra village on March 14-night and recove
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was arrested along with electronic gadgets, including a laptop, the police said on March 15, reports The Hindu. The police raided the house of Shabir Ahmed alias Pappu in the Sabra village on March 14-night and recovered a laptop and pen drive from his possession, they said. The laptop recovered from Pappu originally belonged to slain LeT ‘divisional commander’ Abu Umar, the police said, adding Umar was involved in the killing of Deputy Superintendent of Police Shelly Singh. During interrogation, Pappu has revealed that the laptop was given to him by LeT ‘divisional commander’ Abu Kasha, the sources said. The police suspect that important information about the militant outfit could be stored in the laptop.
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March - 14 
According to Times of India, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is developing a focused Geographical Information System (GIS) using high-resolution satellite images to track down terrorists and Naxalites (left-wing extremists) from their h
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According to Times of India, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is developing a focused Geographical Information System (GIS) using high-resolution satellite images to track down terrorists and Naxalites (left-wing extremists) from their hideouts in hilly areas and dense forests across the country. The technology will be first used by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Union Home Ministry sources stated. The information will also be provided to specialised police forces in States — like the Greyhound in Andhra Pradesh — during co-ordinated operations against insurgents and extremists. Accordingly, a memorandum of understanding was signed on March 14 by the CRPF Inspector General (Operations), A. P. Maheshwari, and Joint Secretary (Department of Space), R. G. Nadadur, in New Delhi.
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March - 14 
Assam Tribune reports that Police arrested three cadres of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) from Matikhola Gojalipar village in the Howraghat area of Karbi Anglong district on an unspecified date.
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Assam Tribune reports that Police arrested three cadres of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) from Matikhola Gojalipar village in the Howraghat area of Karbi Anglong district on an unspecified date.
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March - 14 
The Assam government directed the police on March 14 to shift all members of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDBF) to three designated camps, reports Telegraph. According to the officials, the proximity of the NDFB cadres to members of the
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The Assam government directed the police on March 14 to shift all members of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDBF) to three designated camps, reports Telegraph. According to the officials, the proximity of the NDFB cadres to members of the disbanded Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) was causing law and order problems and the rival groups needed to be distanced.
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March - 14 
The security forces arrested a cadre of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and one People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) militant from different locations. The PLA militant, identified as Arubam Deven alias Sanaton, was arrested during a search ope
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The security forces arrested a cadre of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and one People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) militant from different locations. The PLA militant, identified as Arubam Deven alias Sanaton, was arrested during a search operation at Heibongpokpi Mayai Leikai by the commandos of Imphal West. Preliminary interrogation revealed that he joined the outfit in 1996 under one slain ‘sergeant’ Benon of PLA and was now working in the finance section under one Sunil of the PLA. A ‘sergeant’ of PULF (Azad faction), identified as Mohammed Ebomcha, was arrested with a 9-mm pistol having five live rounds on March 14.
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March - 14 
The surrendered Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) militants on March 14 decided to ask the Meghalaya government for general amnesty, reports Telegraph. The decision was taken at the first meeting of the surrendered militants, chaired by
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The surrendered Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) militants on March 14 decided to ask the Meghalaya government for general amnesty, reports Telegraph. The decision was taken at the first meeting of the surrendered militants, chaired by its former chairman Julius Dorphang, at Mawlong. "We have decided to urge the Centre and the state to grant general amnesty to all the surrendered HNLC militants. We want the government to provide a better rehabilitation package to prevent them from going astray," Dorphang said. There are more than 100 surrendered HNLC militants in capital Shillong. "Most of these boys are poor and are finding it difficult to sustain themselves," he said, adding that many of them are yet to receive the rehabilitation package. Dorphang said. He also refuted allegations that the surrendered HNLC militants had campaigned for the ruling Congress party in the recently-concluded legislative Assembly elections. "The allegations are not true. The surrendered militants were free to support any candidate," he added.
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March - 14 
Three suspected militants of the Umar Farooq faction of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) abducted an assistant engineer of the minor irrigation department, identified as Pungjumbam Lalji Singh, from his house at Canchipur Heinoumakhong und
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Three suspected militants of the Umar Farooq faction of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) abducted an assistant engineer of the minor irrigation department, identified as Pungjumbam Lalji Singh, from his house at Canchipur Heinoumakhong under Singjamei police station in the Imphal West district. The militants have demanded a heavy monetary demand for the safe release of the engineer, family sources said.
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March - 14 
Two dead bodies were recovered by police on March 14, reports Kanglaonline. The highly decomposed bodies, which police said may be of Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) militants who went missing since March 1, were recovered by the Lamshang police from a
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Two dead bodies were recovered by police on March 14, reports Kanglaonline. The highly decomposed bodies, which police said may be of Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) militants who went missing since March 1, were recovered by the Lamshang police from a place at Phayeng Ching under Saikhul police station in the Senapati district.
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March - 14 
Two People's Liberation Army (PLA) militants took away a motorcycle along with a cell phone from the gate of the residence of a youth hailing from Langthabal Lap.
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Two People's Liberation Army (PLA) militants took away a motorcycle along with a cell phone from the gate of the residence of a youth hailing from Langthabal Lap.
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March - 14 
A child was killed and a man and his son were injured in two separate bomb blasts in the Swat district of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 14, The News reported. A 12-year-old boy, identified as Anees, was killed in the Samay area of
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A child was killed and a man and his son were injured in two separate bomb blasts in the Swat district of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on March 14, The News reported. A 12-year-old boy, identified as Anees, was killed in the Samay area of the Kabal sub-division in a blast while retrieving a ball from a stream along a cricket ground. In a separate incident, a car was blown with a remote-controlled device planted at the roadside in the Teghak area of Matta sub-division, injuring a man and his son. Similarly, Abdullah Khan, while driving his car, was also targeted by a remote-controlled bomb, planted at the roadside near Rahat Kot. He, however, remained unhurt in the blast which completely destroyed his vehicle.
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March - 14 
According to Dawn, the bullet-riddled body of a tribesman was found in the Dosali area of North Waziristan on March 14. A note found on the body said he had been executed because he was a US spy. Local people said that the man from the Mehsud area of
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According to Dawn, the bullet-riddled body of a tribesman was found in the Dosali area of North Waziristan on March 14. A note found on the body said he had been executed because he was a US spy. Local people said that the man from the Mehsud area of South Waziristan had been abducted about three days ago by unidentified people.
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March - 14 
Associated Press of Pakistan reported that five persons were wounded after an explosive device planted in a bicycle hit the vehicle of a tribal elder, Wadera Abdul Rehman Bugti, in the Naka Jatoi area of Dera Murad Jamali in Nasirabad district on Mar
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Associated Press of Pakistan reported that five persons were wounded after an explosive device planted in a bicycle hit the vehicle of a tribal elder, Wadera Abdul Rehman Bugti, in the Naka Jatoi area of Dera Murad Jamali in Nasirabad district on March 14.
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March - 14 
On March 14, Police in the Chakwal city of Punjab province arrested four persons on charges of their alleged links with the banned Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Dawn reported.
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On March 14, Police in the Chakwal city of Punjab province arrested four persons on charges of their alleged links with the banned Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Dawn reported.
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March - 14 
Six police personnel sustained injuries on March 14 when unidentified people hurled a hand grenade at a police check-post on the Shakar Darra road in Kohat, Daily Times reported.
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Six police personnel sustained injuries on March 14 when unidentified people hurled a hand grenade at a police check-post on the Shakar Darra road in Kohat, Daily Times reported.
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March - 14 
The security forces (SFs), backed by gunship helicopters, conducted search operations in the Salanda, Jehanabad, Syedabad, Ser, Telegram and Badar areas of the Charbagh sub-division and arrested 42 militant suspects, including three wanted militants,
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The security forces (SFs), backed by gunship helicopters, conducted search operations in the Salanda, Jehanabad, Syedabad, Ser, Telegram and Badar areas of the Charbagh sub-division and arrested 42 militant suspects, including three wanted militants, and recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition. The SFs also arrested a suspect, identified as Fazl Said Siddiqi, at the Fiza Gat check-post during routine checking.
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March - 14 
Maoists assaulted two cadres of the Nepal Workers and Peasants Party (NWPP) - Raj Bahadur Budha and Dan Bahadur Budha - in Jumla and filed fake cases against them.
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Maoists assaulted two cadres of the Nepal Workers and Peasants Party (NWPP) - Raj Bahadur Budha and Dan Bahadur Budha - in Jumla and filed fake cases against them.
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March - 14 
According to Daily Star two persons were injured in a bomb attack on a brick field at Kumrabaria village in the Sadar sub-district of Jhenidah district on March 14-night. Truck driver Alam of Abhoy Nagar sub-district in Jessor and night guard of the
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According to Daily Star two persons were injured in a bomb attack on a brick field at Kumrabaria village in the Sadar sub-district of Jhenidah district on March 14-night. Truck driver Alam of Abhoy Nagar sub-district in Jessor and night guard of the brick field Amjad Hossain were injured when unidentified militants hurled two bombs, its owner Sharfaraj Khan Dinu said, adding, the militants also fired shots.
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March - 14 
On March 14, the troops retaliated and inflicted heavy casualties to the LTTE militants when they opened fire towards the troops in the Manthai area of Mannar district. Separately, the troops attacked a group of LTTE militants who were moving in the
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On March 14, the troops retaliated and inflicted heavy casualties to the LTTE militants when they opened fire towards the troops in the Manthai area of Mannar district. Separately, the troops attacked a group of LTTE militants who were moving in the Thirukeshwaram area. Similarly, the troops after observing movement of the LTTE militants in the Veddayamurippu area fired at them. However, details of these incidents are yet to be ascertained.
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March - 14 
Prapa Thambithurai, a 45-year-old satellite dish installer who emigrated from Sri Lanka two decades ago and now living in a suburban duplex north of Toronto in Canada, is alleged to be a bagman for the LTTE, Daily News reports. The Royal Canadian Mou
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Prapa Thambithurai, a 45-year-old satellite dish installer who emigrated from Sri Lanka two decades ago and now living in a suburban duplex north of Toronto in Canada, is alleged to be a bagman for the LTTE, Daily News reports. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) arrested Thambithurai on March 14-night in New Westminster. Police seized more than $1,000 in cash as well as pledge forms, Thambithurai told the National Post in his first public comments since his arrest. The RCMP said in a press release that he was "targeting residents of the Lower Mainland of Tamil heritage to make cash donations to support the LTTE." Thambithurai was active in the Vancouver chapter of the World Tamil Movement, which is an important part of that financial pipeline, the RCMP stated. Members of the group collect "war taxes" from ethnic Tamils in Canada and send the money to the LTTE, police said.
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March - 14 
Six LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was also injured in the incident. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered two dead bodies of the militants, two T-56 weapons a
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Six LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was also injured in the incident. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered two dead bodies of the militants, two T-56 weapons and one Icom radio set from the incident site.
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March - 14 
Six more LTTE militants were killed by the troops when clashes erupted between the two sides in the Villattikulam area.
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Six more LTTE militants were killed by the troops when clashes erupted between the two sides in the Villattikulam area.
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March - 14 
The Special Task Force (STF) personnel observed a group of LTTE militants moving in the Rottekulam area on the Siyabalanduwa - Pothuvil road of Ampara district and fired on them. During subsequent search operations in the area, the STF personnel reco
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The Special Task Force (STF) personnel observed a group of LTTE militants moving in the Rottekulam area on the Siyabalanduwa - Pothuvil road of Ampara district and fired on them. During subsequent search operations in the area, the STF personnel recovered the dead body of one LTTE militant along with one night vision, two radio sets, one pistol and some ration packets.
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March - 14 
The troops during two separate attacks captured four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunkers and killed four militants in the Kallikulam and Malikaittidal areas of Vavuniya district on March 14, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Two soldiers were
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The troops during two separate attacks captured four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunkers and killed four militants in the Kallikulam and Malikaittidal areas of Vavuniya district on March 14, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Two soldiers were injured during the clashes.
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March - 14 
The troops killed two LTTE militants during an encounter in the Karampaikkulam area.
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The troops killed two LTTE militants during an encounter in the Karampaikkulam area.
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March - 14 
Three soldiers sustained injuries due to the explosion of anti-personnel mines (APM) in the Koilmoddai and Karampaikkulam areas of Vavuniya district. Similarly, two more soldiers were injured in APM explosions at Periyakulam in the Mannar district an
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Three soldiers sustained injuries due to the explosion of anti-personnel mines (APM) in the Koilmoddai and Karampaikkulam areas of Vavuniya district. Similarly, two more soldiers were injured in APM explosions at Periyakulam in the Mannar district and north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district.
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March - 15 
Four persons were killed and more than 50 others, including some women and children, were injured in a grenade blast at Jonai in the Dhemaji district on March 15-night, reports Assam Tribune. According to official sources, about 15,000 people gathere
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Four persons were killed and more than 50 others, including some women and children, were injured in a grenade blast at Jonai in the Dhemaji district on March 15-night, reports Assam Tribune. According to official sources, about 15,000 people gathered in a field near the Jonai circuit house to celebrate Ali-Aye-Ligang, a festival of the Mising community, when suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants lobbed a grenade at the crowd. The deceased were identified as Bina Pegu, Kabita Sonowal, Sahadhan Ali and Someswar Sutradhar. However, the ULFA has denied its involvement in the attack.
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March - 15 
Hindustan Times reports that suspected militants ambushed a security post at Minou in the Chandel district on March 15, official sources said. No casualty was reported in the attack at the camp, located about eight km from the town bordering Myanmar,
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Hindustan Times reports that suspected militants ambushed a security post at Minou in the Chandel district on March 15, official sources said. No casualty was reported in the attack at the camp, located about eight km from the town bordering Myanmar, sources said. The insurgents fired bullets and lobbed grenades and tried to enter the camp. Security personnel retaliated and the attackers fled to nearby thick jungles, they said, adding that it was yet to be confirmed whether the camp belonged to Assam Rifles or the army.
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March - 15 
Manipur People’s Army (MPA) cadres of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) on March 15-morning attacked a post of the Assam Rifles (AR) located at T. Minnou village near the Myanmar international border, some seven to eight kilometre south wes
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Manipur People’s Army (MPA) cadres of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) on March 15-morning attacked a post of the Assam Rifles (AR) located at T. Minnou village near the Myanmar international border, some seven to eight kilometre south west of Moreh police station, in the Chandel district and claimed causing heavy casualties and damage to the post, reports Kanglaonline. The UNLF while claiming responsibility for the attack said that it was carried out by a company of the 293 battalion of MPA under "Operation Canon" and it was a two hour long attack. It also said that around 10 security force personnel may have died along with injuries caused to many others.
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March - 15 
On March 15, an attack by a group of heavily armed cadres of the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on a Special Police Officer (SPO) camp in the Dantewada district was repulsed by alert SPOs, reports IANS. Superintendent of Police Rahul Sh
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On March 15, an attack by a group of heavily armed cadres of the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on a Special Police Officer (SPO) camp in the Dantewada district was repulsed by alert SPOs, reports IANS. Superintendent of Police Rahul Sharma said a group of around 24 Maoists opened indiscriminate fire on the Chitalanka camp, but had to retreat when the SPOs retaliated. The camp housing about 20-25 SPOs is located two kilometers from district headquarters Dantewada town and is very close to the official residence of the District Collector and Superintendent of Police.
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March - 15 
Shillong Times reports that two persons, identified as Lalmoia Hrangkhol and Jave Kamei hailing from the North Cachar Hills district of Assam, were arrested on March 15 at Mawlai in the capital Shillong for having links with the Black Widow (BW) mili
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Shillong Times reports that two persons, identified as Lalmoia Hrangkhol and Jave Kamei hailing from the North Cachar Hills district of Assam, were arrested on March 15 at Mawlai in the capital Shillong for having links with the Black Widow (BW) militants. Police said an amount of INR 490,000 was also recovered from them.
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March - 15 
Six hardcore ULFA militants surrendered and laid down their arms at a formal ceremony at the Kamrup Deputy Commissioner’s office. The militants were involved in many operations, including bomb blasts, in and around Guwahati besides recruitment drives
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Six hardcore ULFA militants surrendered and laid down their arms at a formal ceremony at the Kamrup Deputy Commissioner’s office. The militants were involved in many operations, including bomb blasts, in and around Guwahati besides recruitment drives in lower Assam. The surrenedre militants were identified as Jitu Das alias Lachit Deka alias Paraou alias Bipul, Dwijen Deka alias Ashanta Hazarika, Chitra Boro alias Sagar Saikia, Akhil Das alias Raju Saikia, Niranjan Bezbaruah alias Bhaity, and Guru Prasad Das alias Garu Basumatary alias Gunojeet Haloi. The militants said that they were getting increasingly disillusioned with the manner of functioning of the outfit, especially their top leaders, which made them quit it and return to the mainstream. The militants deposited a Chinese pistol, an Italian pistol, three pressure grenades, and some ammunition of 9 mm pistol, .38 pistol and .32 pistol.
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March - 15 
The security forces on March 15 neutralised two hide-outs of the militants in Rajouri and Poonch districts and recovered arms, ammunition and explosives, Daily Excelsior reported. About 6-kg RDX, four grenades and 50 AK rounds were recovered by the S
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The security forces on March 15 neutralised two hide-outs of the militants in Rajouri and Poonch districts and recovered arms, ammunition and explosives, Daily Excelsior reported. About 6-kg RDX, four grenades and 50 AK rounds were recovered by the SFs during a search operation in the Chakli forest area of Dharamshal police station in the Rajouri district. Another hide-out of the militants was busted at Katarlay Ban in the Sarhuti area under the jurisdiction of Gursai police station in the Poonch district. Recoveries made from the hide-out include one AK rifle, three magazines, 56 rounds, one IED, 11 pistol rounds and two grenades. No arrests were made from any of the two hide-outs, sources said.
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March - 15 
Three militants were killed in separate encounters with the Army and police in the North Lakhimpur and Karbi Anglong districts on March 15, reported Assam Tribune. The security force (SF) personnel killed two militants, suspected to be either fro
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Three militants were killed in separate encounters with the Army and police in the North Lakhimpur and Karbi Anglong districts on March 15, reported Assam Tribune. The security force (SF) personnel killed two militants, suspected to be either from the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) or the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDBF), during an exchange of fire at Silikhaguri Sapori under Narayanpur police station in the North Lakhimpur district. An injured militant escaped with his AK-47 rifle, while a pistol with five rounds of ammunition and a revolver with four rounds were recovered from the slain militants, the sources said. In a separate encounter in the Karbi Anglong district, an NDFB militant was killed by the SF personnel. A group of three NDFB militants involved in extortion had gone to collect the money when SF personnel stopped them, but they managed to escape after opening fire. The SFs chased the militants and in an encounter at Panbari area under Diphu police station, killed one of them. However, the two others managed to escape. The SFs seized a .32 bore revolver and five cartridges, a hand grenade and a mobile set from the slain militant.
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March - 15 
Three militants were killed in separate encounters with the Army and police in the North Lakhimpur and Karbi Anglong districts on March 15, reported Assam Tribune. The security force (SF) personnel killed two militants, suspected to be either fro
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Three militants were killed in separate encounters with the Army and police in the North Lakhimpur and Karbi Anglong districts on March 15, reported Assam Tribune. The security force (SF) personnel killed two militants, suspected to be either from the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) or the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDBF), during an exchange of fire at Silikhaguri Sapori under Narayanpur police station in the North Lakhimpur district. An injured militant escaped with his AK-47 rifle, while a pistol with five rounds of ammunition and a revolver with four rounds were recovered from the slain militants, the sources said. In a separate encounter in the Karbi Anglong district, an NDFB militant was killed by the SF personnel. A group of three NDFB militants involved in extortion had gone to collect the money when SF personnel stopped them, but they managed to escape after opening fire. The SFs chased the militants and in an encounter at Panbari area under Diphu police station, killed one of them. However, the two others managed to escape. The SFs seized a .32 bore revolver and five cartridges, a hand grenade and a mobile set from the slain militant.
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March - 15 
A powerful bomb blast ripped through Italian restaurant Luna Caprese in Islamabad on March 15, killing a Turkish woman, Inder Baskar, who worked for a Turkish relief agency, and wounding about 15 other foreigners, including US diplomats, Daily Times
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A powerful bomb blast ripped through Italian restaurant Luna Caprese in Islamabad on March 15, killing a Turkish woman, Inder Baskar, who worked for a Turkish relief agency, and wounding about 15 other foreigners, including US diplomats, Daily Times reports. The injured were identified as Earl Camp, Ray Pitesk, Bennet Bruce, Trish Gibbs and Rod Sneider from the US; Keith Pierce from the UK; Adan from Canada, Onaish and Motobo from Japan; and Masood, Zahid, Kamran Abbasi, Ajmal and Liaquat from Pakistan. “A foreigner was killed in the blast at the restaurant,” Islamabad police chief Shahid Nadeem Baluch told AFP, adding, “We believe it’s a bomb, there is a crater and all such craters are created by explosives.” Senior official Iftikhar said two of the three Pakistanis were in critical condition because of severe burn and pellet injures while the foreigners were out of danger. Interior Secretary Kamal Shah ruled out a suicide attack. He told reporters it was too early to say what device was used and what the motive was. Sources close to the initial investigations into the explosion said it was apparently a hand grenade attack carried out by two people, who fled instantly. Senior Superintendent of Police Syed Kaleem Imam told Daily Times it someone might have thrown explosives into the restaurant from the adjacent alley.
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March - 15 
At least five persons, including four tribesmen and one Taliban, were killed and another seven wounded, including five Taliban, as two rival groups exchanged fire during a local jirga in the Mir Ali subdivision of North Waziristan in the Federally Ad
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At least five persons, including four tribesmen and one Taliban, were killed and another seven wounded, including five Taliban, as two rival groups exchanged fire during a local jirga in the Mir Ali subdivision of North Waziristan in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on March 15, Daily Times reports. The elders were holding the jirga in the Spin Wam area on Mir Ali-Tal Road when the clash occurred. The locals said the jirga had been called to arrange a compromise between two rival families. While discussing the conditions of a truce, the two sides started fighting, resulting in the casualties. The victims belonged to maliks (tribal elders) and local Taliban.
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March - 15 
Gunmen riding motorcycles shot dead a coastguard and injured two others in the industrial town of Hub Balochistan on March 15, according to Dawn. The attack was claimed by the Balochistan Liberation Army.
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Gunmen riding motorcycles shot dead a coastguard and injured two others in the industrial town of Hub Balochistan on March 15, according to Dawn. The attack was claimed by the Balochistan Liberation Army.
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March - 15 
Police in the national capital Islamabad arrested 232 suspects in connection with the March 15 bombing of an Italian restaurant, according to Daily Times. "Those who were arrested include students of various madrassas of Islamabad," an unnamed offici
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Police in the national capital Islamabad arrested 232 suspects in connection with the March 15 bombing of an Italian restaurant, according to Daily Times. "Those who were arrested include students of various madrassas of Islamabad," an unnamed official said. A woman of Turkish origin was killed and 10 other people, including eight foreigners, were wounded in the bomb blast.
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March - 15 
The tribal militia Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) ‘arrested’ a couple who had left the Charsadda district after their court-marriage some two and half years ago. Noorul Amin and Faiza had been living in the Bara area of Khyber Agency for the past year, until t
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The tribal militia Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) ‘arrested’ a couple who had left the Charsadda district after their court-marriage some two and half years ago. Noorul Amin and Faiza had been living in the Bara area of Khyber Agency for the past year, until their house in the Karigar Ghari area was raided by LI militants. Self-proclaimed LI chief Mangal Bagh said the couple was ‘detained’ after the LI received complaints from local residents and his militia was ‘investigating’ the matter.
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March - 15 
An Armed Police Force (APF) team arrested two cadres of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J) on March 15 in the Rautahat district. APF Superintendent of Police Ram Krishna Lama stated that Dharma Dev Yadav of Sangram
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An Armed Police Force (APF) team arrested two cadres of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J) on March 15 in the Rautahat district. APF Superintendent of Police Ram Krishna Lama stated that Dharma Dev Yadav of Sangrampur VDC-5 and Hridaya Narayan Yadav of Maryadpur VDC-2 were arrested from a house in the Gaur municipality-8.
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March - 15 
Four activists of the Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) were injured when the Young Communist League (YCL) cadres attacked their meeting at Taparsu Village Development Committee (VDC) in the Dhading district on March 15, H
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Four activists of the Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) were injured when the Young Communist League (YCL) cadres attacked their meeting at Taparsu Village Development Committee (VDC) in the Dhading district on March 15, Himalayan Times reports. CPN-UML leaders - Rajendra Aryal, Purusottam Pandey, Ghalal Syantang and Krishna Prasad Aryal - were injured when YCL cadres led by their local commander, Chattan, attacked them.
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March - 15 
Maoists assaulted two NC activists in the Gorkha district on March 15-night, reports Kantipuronline. Maoists picketed the home of Chandra Prasad Neupane, the NC candidate from Constituency Number 2 in the district, at midnight and assaulted his son A
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Maoists assaulted two NC activists in the Gorkha district on March 15-night, reports Kantipuronline. Maoists picketed the home of Chandra Prasad Neupane, the NC candidate from Constituency Number 2 in the district, at midnight and assaulted his son Achyut and another NC activist Amar Bhitav.
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March - 15 
On March 15, two explosions destroyed the foundation stub at the base of a 400 KV electric tower in the Ahley village of the Chukha district, reports Kuenselonline. The tower transports hydropower from the Tala project to India. The United Revolution
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On March 15, two explosions destroyed the foundation stub at the base of a 400 KV electric tower in the Ahley village of the Chukha district, reports Kuenselonline. The tower transports hydropower from the Tala project to India. The United Revolutionary Front of Bhutan left leaflets claiming responsibility for the blasts.
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March - 15 
On March 15, seven persons were injured in a powerful explosion near a police patrol van at Noapara rail station under Abhoynagar sub-district in the Jessore district. Eyewitnesses told Daily Star that an unidentified man hurled the bomb on the polic
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On March 15, seven persons were injured in a powerful explosion near a police patrol van at Noapara rail station under Abhoynagar sub-district in the Jessore district. Eyewitnesses told Daily Star that an unidentified man hurled the bomb on the police van that was patrolling the area. Police sources quoting a Sub Inspector who was inside the police van during the bomb attack said the act was an isolated incident to create panic and it was not targeted at the police van.
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March - 15 
On March 15, two cadres of the PBCP-Janajuddha were arrested from an unspecified village in the Chuadanga district while collecting Taka 20,000 as extortion from a doctor.
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On March 15, two cadres of the PBCP-Janajuddha were arrested from an unspecified village in the Chuadanga district while collecting Taka 20,000 as extortion from a doctor.
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March - 15 
A day earlier, one soldier was injured during in an encounter with the LTTE militants at Kambiliwewa in the Vavuniya district. During the subsequent search operation, the troops recovered the dead of one LTTE militant along with two hand grenades, tw
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A day earlier, one soldier was injured during in an encounter with the LTTE militants at Kambiliwewa in the Vavuniya district. During the subsequent search operation, the troops recovered the dead of one LTTE militant along with two hand grenades, two T-56 assault rifles, one anti- personnel mine, five magazines, one radio set and 273 rounds of ammunition from the area.
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March - 15 
An army vehicle came under LTTE claymore mine attack while it was moving in the Murukattapallai area on March 15. One soldier was killed and four others sustained injuries in the blast.
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An army vehicle came under LTTE claymore mine attack while it was moving in the Murukattapallai area on March 15. One soldier was killed and four others sustained injuries in the blast.
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March - 15 
Five soldiers sustained injuries due to the LTTE Rocket Propeller Grenade and mortar fire in the areas north of Karampaikkulam in the Vavuniya district and Adampan in the Mannar district.
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Five soldiers sustained injuries due to the LTTE Rocket Propeller Grenade and mortar fire in the areas north of Karampaikkulam in the Vavuniya district and Adampan in the Mannar district.
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March - 15 
One more LTTE was killed by the troops at the Nagarkovil FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district.
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One more LTTE was killed by the troops at the Nagarkovil FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district.
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March - 15 
Six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Mullikulam area of Mannar district on March 15, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Mullikulam area of Mannar district on March 15, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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March - 15 
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets on March 15 neutralized an LTTE training base in the jungle area northeast of Vishvamadu in the Iranamadu region of Kilinochchi district. A statement by the SLAF said, “The enemy target had been under const
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The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets on March 15 neutralized an LTTE training base in the jungle area northeast of Vishvamadu in the Iranamadu region of Kilinochchi district. A statement by the SLAF said, “The enemy target had been under constant surveillance and latest air reconnaissance information has revealed intensified terrorist activity in the area. The LTTE training facility was left in rubble as pilots returned following the precision air sortie at around 6.10 a.m. The LTTE is yet to reveal casualty figures”, adds The Hindu.
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March - 15 
The troops attacked an LTTE strong point in the Kokkuthuduvai area and inflicted heavy casualties to the outfit. Thought the exact detail of the outfit’s casualties are yet to be ascertained, the troops confirmed that three soldiers were killed while
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The troops attacked an LTTE strong point in the Kokkuthuduvai area and inflicted heavy casualties to the outfit. Thought the exact detail of the outfit’s casualties are yet to be ascertained, the troops confirmed that three soldiers were killed while seven others got injured in the ensuing gun battle.
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March - 15 
The troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area and killed two militants.
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The troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area and killed two militants.
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March - 15 
Troops arrested one LTTE militant from the Parakaramapura area in the Trincomalee district and recovered several items from his possession, including one cyanide capsule, clothes and food items.
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Troops arrested one LTTE militant from the Parakaramapura area in the Trincomalee district and recovered several items from his possession, including one cyanide capsule, clothes and food items.
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March - 15 
Troops in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and during subsequent search and clear operation recovered the dead body of militant along with one T-56 weapon , one T-56 magazine with 50 rounds of ammunition, two
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Troops in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and during subsequent search and clear operation recovered the dead body of militant along with one T-56 weapon , one T-56 magazine with 50 rounds of ammunition, two claymore mines of 10 kg, one claymore mine of 2 kg, four anti personnel mines, one remote controller, two radio sets, two wire roles, thirty four pen torch batteries, 500g of C-4 explosive, 15 two litre water cans and some food items.
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March - 16 
A top National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant, Kivi Kips, secretary of the Lota and National Social Welfare, and ‘Captain’ Vikiye Zhimomi, have defected to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM)
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A top National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant, Kivi Kips, secretary of the Lota and National Social Welfare, and ‘Captain’ Vikiye Zhimomi, have defected to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on March 16, reports Nagaland Post. Kips said in a statement, "Though holding no grudge or ill feelings towards any individual…I have realized that I had gone astray working without knowing that K- group neither holds political background nor future." In a separate statement, Zhimomi said some "political leaders at State" had misguided him and forced him to join the K-group. Both Kips and Zhimomi said henceforth they would work for the "mainstream organization" under the collective leadership of Isak Chishi Swu and Muivah.
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March - 16 
At least two suspected militants were killed by the Imphal West police commandos in two separate incidents. A team of Imphal West district police commandos shot dead one suspected militant while another managed to escape at Thouda Bhabok Leikai after
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At least two suspected militants were killed by the Imphal West police commandos in two separate incidents. A team of Imphal West district police commandos shot dead one suspected militant while another managed to escape at Thouda Bhabok Leikai after a brief encounter. The police recovered one 9-mm pistol with five rounds from the slain militant’s possession. During another incident, some unidentified gunmen shot dead a suspected militant and left the dead body at a road connecting Uchiwa Kabui Khul and Awapali under Mayang Imphal police station.
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March - 16 
Director General of Police (DGP) P. Rajendran said in Coimbatore on March 16 that 60 check posts have been set up along the coastal areas for intensifying patrolling to check infiltration of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) into the State,
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Director General of Police (DGP) P. Rajendran said in Coimbatore on March 16 that 60 check posts have been set up along the coastal areas for intensifying patrolling to check infiltration of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) into the State, reports New Indian Express. The DGP also said the police have formed special teams to counter the left-wing extremist threat in all the districts and they are being given special training.
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March - 16 
Elsewhere in the State, the Awantipora Police seized around 50 kilograms of RDX, which had been concealed in two jerry cans of 20 and 30 Kg weight and then wrapped in two Polythene bags
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Elsewhere in the State, the Awantipora Police seized around 50 kilograms of RDX, which had been concealed in two jerry cans of 20 and 30 Kg weight and then wrapped in two Polythene bags
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March - 16 
Militants hurled a hand grenade at the house of a Municipal Councilor in the Bandipora town on March 16-night. The explosive missed the intended target and there was no damage. SFs also recovered a live grenade from an orchard in the Bandipora distri
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Militants hurled a hand grenade at the house of a Municipal Councilor in the Bandipora town on March 16-night. The explosive missed the intended target and there was no damage. SFs also recovered a live grenade from an orchard in the Bandipora district which was later neutralised safely.
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March - 16 
National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants shot dead Bigrai Basumatary alias Belaibe, ‘secretary’ of the surrendered NDFB Welfare Association, on March 16-night, Telegraph reports. His bullet-riddled body was found at Dhaolabari Ashuline,
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National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants shot dead Bigrai Basumatary alias Belaibe, ‘secretary’ of the surrendered NDFB Welfare Association, on March 16-night, Telegraph reports. His bullet-riddled body was found at Dhaolabari Ashuline, near Kokrajhar town. Police said Belaibe was killed by the NDFB cadres on the suspicion of maintaining close links with former Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) cadres.
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March - 16 
National Security Adviser M.K. Narayanan said that the Union Government has received intelligence reports that some sympathisers of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in certain "small" pockets of Kerala and Tamil Nadu were extending support
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National Security Adviser M.K. Narayanan said that the Union Government has received intelligence reports that some sympathisers of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in certain "small" pockets of Kerala and Tamil Nadu were extending support to the outfit in various forms, reports The Hindu. During a visit to the Sree Krishna Temple near Alappuzha in Kerala on March 16, he told television channels that both the States have been asked to monitor their activities, adding the reports were passed on to the intelligence agencies in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
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March - 16 
New Indian Express reports on March 16 that four suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a former coal mine worker identified as Pittala Sankaraiah, at his home in the Kanagarthi village of Peddapalli mandal (admin
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New Indian Express reports on March 16 that four suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a former coal mine worker identified as Pittala Sankaraiah, at his home in the Kanagarthi village of Peddapalli mandal (administrative division) in the Karimnagar district. The son of the slain person had also been killed by the Maoists on suspicion of the former being a police informer.
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March - 16 
Security forces (SFs) killed Hafiz Naasir, one of the most wanted militants and the Kashmir valley chief of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), in an encounter at village Chatlura near Sopore town in the Baramulla district on March 16, according to Daily Exce
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Security forces (SFs) killed Hafiz Naasir, one of the most wanted militants and the Kashmir valley chief of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), in an encounter at village Chatlura near Sopore town in the Baramulla district on March 16, according to Daily Excelsior. Lt. Col. M. S. Kadam, the officiating Commanding Officer of Rashtriya Rifles (22 Battalion), and another soldier, identified as Pradeep Kumar, are reported to have died and four SF personnel injured in the encounter. Hafiz Naasir, a Pakistani militant, had been appointed sometime in 2007 as LeT operational chief in Kashmir after working in the Valley for about ten years. One AK-47 rifle was recovered from his possession. Deputy Inspector General of Police (north Kashmir), Dr. B Srinivas, described Naasir as the most wanted militant in the Baramulla, Bandipora and Kupwara districts.
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March - 16 
Telegraph reports that Police recovered an Improvised Explosive Device weighing about one-kg from an abandoned bag at Mahakali tea estate in the Tinsukia district.
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Telegraph reports that Police recovered an Improvised Explosive Device weighing about one-kg from an abandoned bag at Mahakali tea estate in the Tinsukia district.
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March - 16 
The AR authorities on March 16 said that only one trooper died and four others were wounded in the incident. An AR statement added that two militants were killed and five others wounded in the AR retaliatory action.
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The AR authorities on March 16 said that only one trooper died and four others were wounded in the incident. An AR statement added that two militants were killed and five others wounded in the AR retaliatory action.
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March - 16 
Unidentified persons opened fire at the Uripok polem Leikai residence of the Manipur Tribal Development Corporation’s General Manager W Samananda, reports Sangai Express. However, he escaped unhurt.
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Unidentified persons opened fire at the Uripok polem Leikai residence of the Manipur Tribal Development Corporation’s General Manager W Samananda, reports Sangai Express. However, he escaped unhurt.
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March - 16 
A spokesman for Baitullah Mehsud on March 16 warned of fresh attacks if the government did not stop military operation in the region. Maulana Umar described suicide attacks in Lahore and Islamabad as a reaction to the ongoing army operation in the ar
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A spokesman for Baitullah Mehsud on March 16 warned of fresh attacks if the government did not stop military operation in the region. Maulana Umar described suicide attacks in Lahore and Islamabad as a reaction to the ongoing army operation in the area and said that security forces should halt the operation.
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March - 16 
According to Dawn, one policeman was killed and eight others sustained injuries after a police van hit an explosive device in the Dobai Ada area of Mardan district in the NWFP on March 16. The vehicle of the Choora police station was on routine patro
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According to Dawn, one policeman was killed and eight others sustained injuries after a police van hit an explosive device in the Dobai Ada area of Mardan district in the NWFP on March 16. The vehicle of the Choora police station was on routine patrol when it hit the bomb activated by a remote control.
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March - 16 
At least 20 people were killed as several missiles hit a house in South Waziristan on March 16-afternoon, Daily Times reported. Seven missiles landed on the house of Noorullah in Toog village, located four kilometers south of Wana, the headquarters o
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At least 20 people were killed as several missiles hit a house in South Waziristan on March 16-afternoon, Daily Times reported. Seven missiles landed on the house of Noorullah in Toog village, located four kilometers south of Wana, the headquarters of South Waziristan. Local journalist Sailab Mehsud said 20 people were killed and five others wounded in the missile attack. He said all those who died were Arabs and Turkmen, who had gathered at the house when the attack occurred. It could not be confirmed where the missiles came from, but locals told Mehsud they were fired from two unmanned aircrafts. Local people said that the house had been rented out to ‘non-local’ people about a year ago and about 20 non-local people lived there, according to Dawn. None of those killed and wounded included high-value targets, local residents and security officials said. Military spokesman Major General Athar Abbas said there were reports of blasts and some casualties in the area and the military was checking. He added that Pakistani forces had not carried out any operation in the area and he did not know who had carried out the strike or what type of weapon was used. Major Chris Belcher, a US military spokesman in Afghanistan, said coalition forces conducted an operation in the Paktika province, which lies just across the border from South Waziristan. He said he had no information about the Pakistan strike and that he doubted the two incidents were related.
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March - 16 
Elsewhere in the province, unidentified militants targeted security posts and government infrastructure in Darra Adam Khel, Kohat and Khar on March 16 but no causality was reported. In the first incident, militants blew up a security post along the I
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Elsewhere in the province, unidentified militants targeted security posts and government infrastructure in Darra Adam Khel, Kohat and Khar on March 16 but no causality was reported. In the first incident, militants blew up a security post along the Indus Highway in Darra Adam Khel. Militants also blew up unmanned sales meter station of the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) on Dhodha road. A remote control bomb, planted by unidentified militants on a road near Sadiqabad in Khar, exploded but no casualty was reported.
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March - 16 
The target of the bombing at an Italian restaurant was Trish, the FBI Operations chief in Pakistan. ARY TV channel reported on March 16 that Trish was the second highest-ranking US official in Pakistan and had been the terrorists’ actual target. It s
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The target of the bombing at an Italian restaurant was Trish, the FBI Operations chief in Pakistan. ARY TV channel reported on March 16 that Trish was the second highest-ranking US official in Pakistan and had been the terrorists’ actual target. It said that she had been injured during the blast but was currently in stable condition.
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March - 16 
Three Saudi militants have been handed over by Pakistan, the Saudi interior ministry said on March 16, according to The News. The three "were in Pakistan. Further investigation will tell if they were in other areas," ministry spokesman General Mansur
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Three Saudi militants have been handed over by Pakistan, the Saudi interior ministry said on March 16, according to The News. The three "were in Pakistan. Further investigation will tell if they were in other areas," ministry spokesman General Mansur al-Turki told AFP in a reference to Afghanistan. "Three Saudi citizens who had been in troubled regions in an irregular way have been repatriated with the help of the brothers in Pakistan… They include two who contacted the Saudi embassy to indicate they wanted to return to their country and turn themselves in," the ministry said.
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March - 16 
Troops shot dead a woman on March 16 after opening fire on a vehicle when it failed to stop at a check-post in a curfew-hit Matta sub-division of the Swat district. The army has reportedly expressed "deep regret" over the incident.
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Troops shot dead a woman on March 16 after opening fire on a vehicle when it failed to stop at a check-post in a curfew-hit Matta sub-division of the Swat district. The army has reportedly expressed "deep regret" over the incident.
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March - 16 
In the Bardiya district, CPN-Maoist cadres led by Hem Narayan Kafle assaulted a CPN-UML activist, Jhapulal Jaisi, on March 16-night in his house after accusing him of doing poll publicity work.
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In the Bardiya district, CPN-Maoist cadres led by Hem Narayan Kafle assaulted a CPN-UML activist, Jhapulal Jaisi, on March 16-night in his house after accusing him of doing poll publicity work.
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March - 16 
The Maoists laid an ambush, hurled stones and fired shots at a Nepali Congress (NC) election procession led by party candidate Bal Krishna Dahal for the Constituent Assembly polls from Constituency Number 1 in the Okhaldhunga district on March 16. A
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The Maoists laid an ambush, hurled stones and fired shots at a Nepali Congress (NC) election procession led by party candidate Bal Krishna Dahal for the Constituent Assembly polls from Constituency Number 1 in the Okhaldhunga district on March 16. A NC cadre, Lila Dahal, was injured in the attack.
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March - 16 
Daily Star reports that Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel on March 16 arrested Mohammed Hares Sarder, a regional leader of the Rad Flag faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), from Joydebpur intersection in the Gazipur district. Fol
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Daily Star reports that Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel on March 16 arrested Mohammed Hares Sarder, a regional leader of the Rad Flag faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), from Joydebpur intersection in the Gazipur district. Following his interrogation, a Chinese revolver, an SBBL gun made in Belgium, two Burmese shutter gun and two locally made shutter guns were recovered from Dhanuaghata village in the Faridpur sub-district of Pabna district.
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March - 16 
A day earlier, three LTTE militants were killed by the troops at Kiriibbanwewa. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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A day earlier, three LTTE militants were killed by the troops at Kiriibbanwewa. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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March - 16 
A LTTE cadre was arrested from the eastern jungle terrain at Buddhangala in the Ampara district on March 16 along with a T-56 weapon, one belt order, two T-56 magazines, 190 ammunition, two dog tags and one cyanide capsule.
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A LTTE cadre was arrested from the eastern jungle terrain at Buddhangala in the Ampara district on March 16 along with a T-56 weapon, one belt order, two T-56 magazines, 190 ammunition, two dog tags and one cyanide capsule.
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March - 16 
An unidentified gunman shot dead an ex-LTTE militant in the Kanniya area of Trincomalee district.
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An unidentified gunman shot dead an ex-LTTE militant in the Kanniya area of Trincomalee district.
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March - 16 
At Andankulam, the troops in an encounter killed three LTTE militants. One soldier was also injured in the confrontation.
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At Andankulam, the troops in an encounter killed three LTTE militants. One soldier was also injured in the confrontation.
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March - 16 
At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during separate encounters in the Pandivirichchen, Villattikulam, Kallikulam, Kappankulam and Nedunkandal areas of Vavuniya district and Periyakulam area of Manna
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At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during separate encounters in the Pandivirichchen, Villattikulam, Kallikulam, Kappankulam and Nedunkandal areas of Vavuniya district and Periyakulam area of Mannar district on March 16, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). A few LTTE bunkers used for artillery, RPG and mortar firing were also destroyed during the clashes.
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March - 16 
Four soldiers were reported killed and three others injured during another encounter at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district.
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Four soldiers were reported killed and three others injured during another encounter at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district.
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March - 16 
Italian Police has closed the LTTE’s illegal propaganda machinery, Euro Television channel, reports Daily News. The illegal TV channel transmission was closed from March 6. LTTE launched the Euro Television after the French Government banned on May 2
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Italian Police has closed the LTTE’s illegal propaganda machinery, Euro Television channel, reports Daily News. The illegal TV channel transmission was closed from March 6. LTTE launched the Euro Television after the French Government banned on May 2007, the Tamil Television Network - TTN channel run by the outfit.
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March - 16 
On March 16, three militants were killed as clashes erupted between the troops and a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area. Two more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during a separate encounter in the same area.
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On March 16, three militants were killed as clashes erupted between the troops and a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area. Two more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during a separate encounter in the same area.
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March - 16 
On the same day, the troops killed four LTTE militants in the Navakkulam and Kirchudankulam areas of Vavuniya district.
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On the same day, the troops killed four LTTE militants in the Navakkulam and Kirchudankulam areas of Vavuniya district.
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March - 16 
One police constable was shot dead by a LTTE ‘pistol gang’ militant in the Periyakulam area of Mannar district on March 16. One micro pistol magazine was recovered from the incident site.
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One police constable was shot dead by a LTTE ‘pistol gang’ militant in the Periyakulam area of Mannar district on March 16. One micro pistol magazine was recovered from the incident site.
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March - 16 
One soldier was killed in an LTTE attack at Periyakulam in the Mannar district on March 16. On the same day, the troops attacked a LTTE bunker in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district, killing one militant.
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One soldier was killed in an LTTE attack at Periyakulam in the Mannar district on March 16. On the same day, the troops attacked a LTTE bunker in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district, killing one militant.
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March - 16 
The troops foiled two infiltration attempts by the LTTE in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district and killed three militants on March 16.
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The troops foiled two infiltration attempts by the LTTE in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district and killed three militants on March 16.
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March - 16 
The troops killed four LTTE militants during clashes in the Adampan and Malikaittidal areas of Mannar district. One soldier also sustained injuries in the Malikaittidal incident.
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The troops killed four LTTE militants during clashes in the Adampan and Malikaittidal areas of Mannar district. One soldier also sustained injuries in the Malikaittidal incident.
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March - 16 
The troops recovered a decomposed dead body of a LTTE militant from Udayanathankulam area in the Vavuniya district.
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The troops recovered a decomposed dead body of a LTTE militant from Udayanathankulam area in the Vavuniya district.
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March - 16 
Troops shot dead a LTTE militant at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district.
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Troops shot dead a LTTE militant at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district.
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March - 17 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant involved in several bomb blasts in the Tinsukia district was killed in an encounter with the police at Dirakbokhai village in the Dibrugarh district on March 17, reports PTI. Two other militants, howe
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant involved in several bomb blasts in the Tinsukia district was killed in an encounter with the police at Dirakbokhai village in the Dibrugarh district on March 17, reports PTI. Two other militants, however, escaped.
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March - 17 
An unidentified person was shot dead by militants at a spot located between Phabakchao and Komlakhong under Mayang Imphal police station.
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An unidentified person was shot dead by militants at a spot located between Phabakchao and Komlakhong under Mayang Imphal police station.
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March - 17 
At least seven non-Manipuris were shot dead by unidentified militants at Mayang Imphal Hanglun in the capital Imphal on March 17, according to The Hindu. The victims were sellers of tobacco products, which were banned by the People’s Liberation Army
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At least seven non-Manipuris were shot dead by unidentified militants at Mayang Imphal Hanglun in the capital Imphal on March 17, according to The Hindu. The victims were sellers of tobacco products, which were banned by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA).
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March - 17 
Elsewhere in the Sibsagar district, a suspected ULFA militant, Satyajit Chetia, was seriously injured when one of the bombs being carried by him exploded.
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Elsewhere in the Sibsagar district, a suspected ULFA militant, Satyajit Chetia, was seriously injured when one of the bombs being carried by him exploded.
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March - 17 
On March 17, the Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) headed by Verappa Moily recommended the implementation of a 14-point strategy to combat left-wing extremism, reports IANS. "A long-term (10-year) and short-term (5-year) programme of action bas
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On March 17, the Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) headed by Verappa Moily recommended the implementation of a 14-point strategy to combat left-wing extremism, reports IANS. "A long-term (10-year) and short-term (5-year) programme of action based on the 14-point strategy announced in parliament may be formulated by the union government in consultation with the concerned state governments to identify state specific action (to combat Maoism)," Moily said. He added that along with the 14-point strategy, negotiations with the extremist outfits should be an important mode of conflict resolution. The Commission recommended enhancing the capacity of the security forces to act effectively and firmly in the troubled areas and proposed formation of special task forces on the lines of Greyhounds in Andhra Pradesh. Local level police stations should also be strengthened, the commission stated.
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March - 17 
On March 17, the Orissa Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said that 15 of the total 30 districts of the State have been identified as Maoist-affected districts so far. In reply to a question raised by the ruling Biju Janata Dal legislator Atanu Sabyasach
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On March 17, the Orissa Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said that 15 of the total 30 districts of the State have been identified as Maoist-affected districts so far. In reply to a question raised by the ruling Biju Janata Dal legislator Atanu Sabyasachi Nayak on the issue, Patnaik said 14 revenue districts such as Koraput, Rayagada, Malkangiri, Nawarangpur, Ganjam, Gajapati, Kandhamal, Sambalpur, Sundargarh, Deogarh, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Dhenkanal and Jajpur had been declared identified as Maoist-affected. The Chief Minister said that the district of Nayagarh had also been included in the category after the Maoist attack and arms loot incident on the night of February 15, 2008. He further said that 63 Maoists have been arrested from different parts of Orissa between September 2007 and February 2008.
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March - 17 
Quoting a senior police official, Daily News and Analysis has reported that 56 non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Maharashtra are raising funds for the Maoists. "We have concrete information that these 56 NGOs work for naxalites [Maoists] and a
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Quoting a senior police official, Daily News and Analysis has reported that 56 non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Maharashtra are raising funds for the Maoists. "We have concrete information that these 56 NGOs work for naxalites [Maoists] and are raising funds and recruiting people at various levels. The funds so raised are channelled through various conduits that they have created over a period of time", he said. According to the report, NGOs based in Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur have been under the scanner for quite some time now. All of them work under the umbrella of the Tactical United Front (TUF) and the All India People’s Resistance Forum (AIPRF) — a conglomerate of groups sympathising with the Maoist cause. The officer added, "Run by educated people, these NGOs are instrumental in conducting brainwash sessions of the new recruits, who are primarily locals and tribals from Gadchiroli, Chandrapur, Bhandara, and Yavatmal districts."
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March - 17 
Sangai Express reports that another person, identified as Kaimonsang Gangte of Chengkongpai Colony, was shot dead by unidentified militants near the Chengkongpang Telephone Exchange under Churachandpur police station.
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Sangai Express reports that another person, identified as Kaimonsang Gangte of Chengkongpai Colony, was shot dead by unidentified militants near the Chengkongpang Telephone Exchange under Churachandpur police station.
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March - 17 
Troops guarding the Line of Control arrested two infiltrators immediately after they sneaked into the Indian side from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) in the Keran sector on March 17, Daily Excelsior reported. An official spokesman said they were ide
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Troops guarding the Line of Control arrested two infiltrators immediately after they sneaked into the Indian side from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) in the Keran sector on March 17, Daily Excelsior reported. An official spokesman said they were identified as 23-year-old Mehmood Sheikh and Zaheer Ahmad Abasi. They had reportedly crossed into PoK to receive arms training a few years ago. This was the second infiltration attempt in the Kashmir valley after snow started melting on the border this year. Two militants had surrendered in the same sector last week.
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March - 17 
Militants blew up the building of a girls’ high school in the Akhurwal area of Darra Adam Khel on March 16-night. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. Local people said the school administration had earlier received letters warning them
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Militants blew up the building of a girls’ high school in the Akhurwal area of Darra Adam Khel on March 16-night. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. Local people said the school administration had earlier received letters warning them to close the institution. Handbills purportedly distributed by local militants two days ago again warned women to stop going to schools and join seminaries.
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March - 17 
Security forces arrested approximately 73 suspected militants during a search operation in different areas of Swat, including Namal, Matta, Balasur, Ser and Teligram.
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Security forces arrested approximately 73 suspected militants during a search operation in different areas of Swat, including Namal, Matta, Balasur, Ser and Teligram.
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March - 17 
Taliban militants blew up four Khasadar Force check-posts and a female vocational centre in the Mohmand Agency of FATA on March 17, according to Daily Times. No loss of life was reported in the incidents.
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Taliban militants blew up four Khasadar Force check-posts and a female vocational centre in the Mohmand Agency of FATA on March 17, according to Daily Times. No loss of life was reported in the incidents.
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March - 17 
Two policemen, Toor Gul and Aanayatur Rehman, were killed and five others sustained injuries when a suicide bomber blew himself in the police barracks in Mingora in the Swat district of NWFP on March 17. District Police Officer Waqif Khan told Dawn t
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Two policemen, Toor Gul and Aanayatur Rehman, were killed and five others sustained injuries when a suicide bomber blew himself in the police barracks in Mingora in the Swat district of NWFP on March 17. District Police Officer Waqif Khan told Dawn that a young man posing as a recruit and holding a police uniform entered the barracks at Mingora Police Line and subsequently approached the wireless room and blew himself up.
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March - 17 
Two security force (SF) personnel, Gul Zaman and Abdul Rauf, were killed when their road-clearing vehicle hit a landmine in the Telawagh area of Dera Bugti district of Balochistan on March 17, according to Daily Times.
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Two security force (SF) personnel, Gul Zaman and Abdul Rauf, were killed when their road-clearing vehicle hit a landmine in the Telawagh area of Dera Bugti district of Balochistan on March 17, according to Daily Times.
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March - 17 
At least 10 persons were injured when activists of the Nepali Congress (NC) and Madhesi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) clashed at Narasingh in the Sunsari district on March 17, reports Kantipuronline. The clash ensued after MJF cadres, who were chanting slog
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At least 10 persons were injured when activists of the Nepali Congress (NC) and Madhesi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) clashed at Narasingh in the Sunsari district on March 17, reports Kantipuronline. The clash ensued after MJF cadres, who were chanting slogans against NC leader Sujata Koirala, resorted to snatching banners and flags from the NC activists.
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March - 17 
Maoists attacked a group of Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) supporters when they were returning from an election rally at Khurkhure in the Chitwan district, Nepal News reports. According to reports, Maoists severely assa
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Maoists attacked a group of Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) supporters when they were returning from an election rally at Khurkhure in the Chitwan district, Nepal News reports. According to reports, Maoists severely assaulted three CPN-UML supporters while five Maoists also received minor injuries in the scuffle. The Maoists reportedly attacked the CPN-UML men, accusing them of attempting to defame the local Maoist leaders.
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March - 17 
The Maoists tried to obstruct an election meeting of the NC in the Rukum district. A group of CPN-Maoist cadres tried to obstruct the NC's programme held at Sankh VDC on the charge of bringing civil police in the election programme.
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The Maoists tried to obstruct an election meeting of the NC in the Rukum district. A group of CPN-Maoist cadres tried to obstruct the NC's programme held at Sankh VDC on the charge of bringing civil police in the election programme.
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A left-wing extremist belonging to the Biplobi Communist Party (BCP) who had been arrested in Shailkupa sub-district in Jhenidah district on March 17 was seriously injured while trying to flee from police custody on March 18, reports Daily Star. The
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A left-wing extremist belonging to the Biplobi Communist Party (BCP) who had been arrested in Shailkupa sub-district in Jhenidah district on March 17 was seriously injured while trying to flee from police custody on March 18, reports Daily Star. The extremist, identified as Munna of Kacher Kole village had been arrested with a gun and three bullets.
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March - 17 
At least five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including a close ally of an LTTE leader, Jeyam, were killed and another sustained injuries during an encounter in the Munkilmurichchan area of Vavuniya district on March 17, Sri Lanka
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At least five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including a close ally of an LTTE leader, Jeyam, were killed and another sustained injuries during an encounter in the Munkilmurichchan area of Vavuniya district on March 17, Sri Lanka Army reported. Elsewhere, four LTTE militants were killed during an encounter in the Kokkuthuduvai area.
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March - 17 
On March 17, the troops killed two LTTE militants during an encounter in the Navakkulam area of Vavuniya district.
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On March 17, the troops killed two LTTE militants during an encounter in the Navakkulam area of Vavuniya district.
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March - 17 
The Hindu reports that the Sri Lanka Defence Ministry said it had opened a green channel for the doctors at the main roadblock at Madavachchiya from March 17-onwards. "The measure has been taken to reduce the delays and complexities faced by the doct
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The Hindu reports that the Sri Lanka Defence Ministry said it had opened a green channel for the doctors at the main roadblock at Madavachchiya from March 17-onwards. "The measure has been taken to reduce the delays and complexities faced by the doctors travelling to Mannar and Vavuniya," it said.
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March - 17 
The police recovered a hand grenade inside a privately owned bus transporting schoolchildren at Palmadulla in the Ratnapura district on March 17-morning, Colombo Page reported. The bus driver was arrested in this connection.
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The police recovered a hand grenade inside a privately owned bus transporting schoolchildren at Palmadulla in the Ratnapura district on March 17-morning, Colombo Page reported. The bus driver was arrested in this connection.
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March - 17 
The troops are reported to have repulsed two attacks by the LTTE in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. Details of the incidents are yet to be ascertained.
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The troops are reported to have repulsed two attacks by the LTTE in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. Details of the incidents are yet to be ascertained.
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March - 17 
The troops captured a LTTE camp in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district, killing five militants and injuring 20 others. Two soldiers were also killed during the clashes while eight others sustained injuries. During a subsequent search operation,
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The troops captured a LTTE camp in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district, killing five militants and injuring 20 others. Two soldiers were also killed during the clashes while eight others sustained injuries. During a subsequent search operation, the troops recovered the dead bodies of three of the slain militants along with three T-56 weapons.
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March - 17 
Two soldiers were injured in a LTTE attack at Adampan in the Mannar district. Another soldier sustained injuries due to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion at Sinapandivirichchan.
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Two soldiers were injured in a LTTE attack at Adampan in the Mannar district. Another soldier sustained injuries due to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion at Sinapandivirichchan.
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March - 18 
A day earlier, Anil Kumawat, Secretary (Internal Security) in the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, said that the Maoists are in touch with certain terrorist outfits based in Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast. Kumawat informed the media in Lucknow, c
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A day earlier, Anil Kumawat, Secretary (Internal Security) in the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, said that the Maoists are in touch with certain terrorist outfits based in Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast. Kumawat informed the media in Lucknow, capital of Uttar Pradesh, after the first day’s deliberations at a two-day meeting of the anti-Maoist task force, "While we were still trying to ascertain their modus operandi for maintaining contact, we have also thrashed out a sound strategy to deal with them." "I do not think the Indian Naxal outfits depend on Nepal Naxalites for supply of arms for which they have their own network, but we have sufficient reason to believe that they are in regular contact with each other", he added..
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March - 18 
A retired sepoy of the Indian Army was arrested by the special cell of Delhi Police from the Jama Masjid area on March 18-evening on charges of maintaining links with the Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI),
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A retired sepoy of the Indian Army was arrested by the special cell of Delhi Police from the Jama Masjid area on March 18-evening on charges of maintaining links with the Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), reports Times of India. The arrested person, identified as Javed Ahmed, was en route to hand over some classified documents related to the armed forces to an ISI agent. Several other papers containing details on training provided in the army were also seized from him. Police described Ahmed as part of an espionage ring operating in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh for the past several years. Delhi Police is presently on the look out for the ISI agent, identified as Siddhqui, and his other accomplices.
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March - 18 
An expert in guerrilla warfare from Jharkhand, Ahin Beltapu, was arrested along with five All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) cadres, including a woman, from a hideout in Chekta Basti inside the jungles of Karbi Anglong district on March 18.
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An expert in guerrilla warfare from Jharkhand, Ahin Beltapu, was arrested along with five All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) cadres, including a woman, from a hideout in Chekta Basti inside the jungles of Karbi Anglong district on March 18. The other AANLA militants arrested were identified as Rajesh Singh alias Ranjit Karket, Dilip Toppo, Sunil Modi, Mirmashi Toppo and Jayanti Karkate, hailing from different parts of the Karbi Anglong and Golaghat districts.
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March - 18 
An expert in guerrilla warfare from Jharkhand, Ahin Beltapu, was arrested along with five All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) cadres, including a woman, from a hideout in Chekta Basti near Chokihola inside the jungles of Karbi Anglong distri
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An expert in guerrilla warfare from Jharkhand, Ahin Beltapu, was arrested along with five All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) cadres, including a woman, from a hideout in Chekta Basti near Chokihola inside the jungles of Karbi Anglong district on March 18. Other AANLA militants arrested along with Beltapu were identified as, Rajesh Singh alias Ranjit Karket, Dilip Toppo, Sunil Modi, Mirmashi Toppo and Jayanti Karkate, are from different parts of Karbi Anglong and Golaghat districts.
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March - 18 
On March 18, joint security forces (SFs) of Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh killed 17 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including seven women inside the Darelli forest under Pamedu police station in the Bijapur district, reports Th
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On March 18, joint security forces (SFs) of Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh killed 17 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including seven women inside the Darelli forest under Pamedu police station in the Bijapur district, reports The Hindu. The encounter followed an aerial survey that revealed an ongoing plenum of the Maoists attended by 60 cadres. A top Maoist leader from Andhra Pradesh and four squad commanders of Khammam district in Andhra Pradesh were believed to be among those killed. Khammam Superintendent of Police D.S. Chauhan confirmed that those killed in the encounter were mostly from Khammam district. Weapons including an AK-47, three Self Loading Rifles (SLRs), landmines and many single shot weapons were recovered following two spells of the ambushes by the SFs. Police sources said more than 500 shots were fired by both sides in two spells — one at 9 AM and another four hours later. While 13 Maoists were killed in the first spell of encounter, four others were killed during the second assault.
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March - 18 
On March 18, Minister of State for Home Sriprakash Jaiswal said in a written reply in Lok Sabha (lower house of parliament) that the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and its associates were planning to commit serial blasts and oth
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On March 18, Minister of State for Home Sriprakash Jaiswal said in a written reply in Lok Sabha (lower house of parliament) that the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and its associates were planning to commit serial blasts and other serious offences in the country, reports PTI. "While there was no present input indicating any specific plans of SIMI to attack important installation, ...One arrested person disclosed that he along with his SIMI associates were planning to commit serial blasts and other serious offences", Jaiswal said.
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March - 18 
Police neutralised an armed gang of former naxalites (left-wing extremists), named Telangana Jagarana Sena (TJS) in Sircilla sub-division in the Karimnagar district. Seven TJS cadres were arrested and two 9 mm pistols and 16 rounds of ammunition, one
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Police neutralised an armed gang of former naxalites (left-wing extremists), named Telangana Jagarana Sena (TJS) in Sircilla sub-division in the Karimnagar district. Seven TJS cadres were arrested and two 9 mm pistols and 16 rounds of ammunition, one air pistol, two dummy pistols, five soap bombs and pellets used in the air-pistols were recovered from their possession. The TJS was formed by former cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and the naxalites belonging to the Janasakthi group to eliminate some soft targets and create a sensation by killing a former Telegu Desam Party (TDP) legislator in the district. Superintendent of Police Y. Gangadhar said that the arrested include former Maoist dalam (squad) member Ponnam Tirupathi Goud alias Prabhakar, M. Ramulu alias Ramanna, former Janashakthi dalam commander Annadi Srinivas Reddy alias Santosh, former Janashakthi dalam members Kammari Ratnakar alias Dayakar, Malyala Purnachander alias Janardhan, and former Janashakthi commander Malyala Rajesh alias Johnson and an agent Yerram Mallesham. The naxalites, however, said that the TJS was constituted for formation of Telangana state.
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March - 18 
Security forces shot dead Jehangir Ahmed Bhat alias Chhota Jehangir, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen’s (HM) Anantnag ‘District Commander’, in a joint operation at Dogripora in the Awantipore area of Pulwama district on March 18, according to Daily Excelsior.
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Security forces shot dead Jehangir Ahmed Bhat alias Chhota Jehangir, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen’s (HM) Anantnag ‘District Commander’, in a joint operation at Dogripora in the Awantipore area of Pulwama district on March 18, according to Daily Excelsior. Acting on specific information, the security forces (SFs) raided the house of one Abdul Hameed Bhat and killed the militant on the spot. SFs also recovered two AK rifles, one pistol, one hand grenade, two RPG rounds, 56 AK rounds, and three pistol rounds from the hideout.
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March - 18 
The president of the Kuki Revolutionary Army-Unification (KRA-U), Seitnmang Chongloi, along with three others allegedly involved in the murder of KRA founder member and commander-in-chief K Hangsing in New Delhi in November 2007 were killed by the KR
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The president of the Kuki Revolutionary Army-Unification (KRA-U), Seitnmang Chongloi, along with three others allegedly involved in the murder of KRA founder member and commander-in-chief K Hangsing in New Delhi in November 2007 were killed by the KRA militants at Saikhul in Senapati district. The killed persons included Bungkholal Chongloi, who contested in the Assembly elections twice from the Kangpokpi constituency and was also a retired jailer, Paochang Chongloi and Nehjahan Chongloi.
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March - 18 
The Union government has said that at least 20 youths abducted by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) from the Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh have been kept in camps in neighbouring Myanmar, reports Assam Tribune. Mini
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The Union government has said that at least 20 youths abducted by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) from the Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh have been kept in camps in neighbouring Myanmar, reports Assam Tribune. Minister of State for Home Affairs V Radhika Selvi said in Lok Sabha (lower House of Parliament) that the outfit abducted 52 youths on three different occasions in January. While 30 youths were subsequently released, two others escaped from their custody. "The remaining 20 youths are still reported to be in their custody and have been kept in their camps in Myanmar", added the Minister.
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March - 18 
Three cadres of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) were killed and two others were injured when unidentified armed militants attacked their camp at Ghoskhata under Dotma police station in the Kokrajhar district on March 18, reports Tele
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Three cadres of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) were killed and two others were injured when unidentified armed militants attacked their camp at Ghoskhata under Dotma police station in the Kokrajhar district on March 18, reports Telegraph. The three deceased militants were identified as B. Bhatam, B. Modaram and B. Lambu. According to sources, the assailants came in two vehicles and started firing indiscriminately at the camp. They also set ablaze the camp, which was partially burnt.
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March - 18 
Three cadres of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) were killed and two others were injured when unidentified militants attacked their camp at Ghoskhata under Dotma police station in the Kokrajhar district on March 18, reports Telegraph.
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Three cadres of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) were killed and two others were injured when unidentified militants attacked their camp at Ghoskhata under Dotma police station in the Kokrajhar district on March 18, reports Telegraph. The three deceased militants were identified as B. Bhatam, B. Modaram and B. Lambu. According to sources, the assailants came in two vehicles and started firing indiscriminately at the camp. They also set ablaze the camp, which was partially burnt.
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March - 18 
Two persons were arrested from Cherragaon in the Borsora area of West Khasi Hills district on March 18-night for allegedly helping Naga militants to extort money from coal exporters, reports Shillong Times. The two arrested were identified as Silin N
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Two persons were arrested from Cherragaon in the Borsora area of West Khasi Hills district on March 18-night for allegedly helping Naga militants to extort money from coal exporters, reports Shillong Times. The two arrested were identified as Silin N Sangma and Hiruth A Sangma.
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March - 18 
Unidentified militants killed seven more non-local labourers and injured two others injured on March 18, taking the death toll to 14 in similar incidents since March 17, reports Kanglaonline. While five persons were killed at Thumbi foothill in the K
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Unidentified militants killed seven more non-local labourers and injured two others injured on March 18, taking the death toll to 14 in similar incidents since March 17, reports Kanglaonline. While five persons were killed at Thumbi foothill in the Kangla Sangomsang area of Imphal East district, two others were shot dead at Kakching in Thoubal district. Many of the non-locals picked up by the militants escaped death after they were rescued by the locals.
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March - 18 
A bomb planted on the Landi Kotal-Peshawar GT Road near Takia Zakha Khel village in the Khyber Agency of FATA exploded on March 18, destroying an oil tanker, reports The News. The oil tanker was carrying oil for the NATO and ISAF forces in Afghanista
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A bomb planted on the Landi Kotal-Peshawar GT Road near Takia Zakha Khel village in the Khyber Agency of FATA exploded on March 18, destroying an oil tanker, reports The News. The oil tanker was carrying oil for the NATO and ISAF forces in Afghanistan.
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March - 18 
A man, identified as Ghulam Bahadur, was killed and two others were injured when their vehicle hit a landmine in the Sui area of Dera Bugti district on March 18, Dawn reported. The injured persons were identified as Abdul Khalil Bugti and Mir Muhamma
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A man, identified as Ghulam Bahadur, was killed and two others were injured when their vehicle hit a landmine in the Sui area of Dera Bugti district on March 18, Dawn reported. The injured persons were identified as Abdul Khalil Bugti and Mir Muhammad Bugti.
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March - 18 
The vehicle of a tribal elder Wadera Bashir Chanrazi hit a landmine. The tribal leader, however, escaped unhurt.
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The vehicle of a tribal elder Wadera Bashir Chanrazi hit a landmine. The tribal leader, however, escaped unhurt.
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March - 18 
A candidate for the Constituent Assembly (CA) election from the National People’s Front (NPF) in Banke constituency 2, Kamal Prasad Adhikari, was shot dead by militants of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J) cadres
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A candidate for the Constituent Assembly (CA) election from the National People’s Front (NPF) in Banke constituency 2, Kamal Prasad Adhikari, was shot dead by militants of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J) cadres on March 18, according to Kantipuronline. Four masked JTMM-J cadres entered his residence at Betahani-8 and killed him. Claiming responsibility for the killing, Bhagat Singh, the Banke district Chairman of JTMM-J, said, "JTMM-J was pressing him to withdraw his candidacy. Adhikari was killed as he did not listen to JTMM-J’s request."
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March - 18 
Around 100 Maoist cadres attacked a police post at Dandagaun in the Rasuwa district where Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) activists had taken refuge following a clash between the two sides in the village on March 18, Him
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Around 100 Maoist cadres attacked a police post at Dandagaun in the Rasuwa district where Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) activists had taken refuge following a clash between the two sides in the village on March 18, Himalayan Times reports. The Maoists attacked the police post for giving protection to the CPN-UML supporters.
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March - 18 
Cadres of the Terai Army abducted an industrialist, Krishna Thapa, of Chandranigahapur, from Balchanpur of Dumariya Village Development Committee (VDC) in the Rautahat district on March 18-evening, Kantipuronline reports. A central committee member o
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Cadres of the Terai Army abducted an industrialist, Krishna Thapa, of Chandranigahapur, from Balchanpur of Dumariya Village Development Committee (VDC) in the Rautahat district on March 18-evening, Kantipuronline reports. A central committee member of the group, Prashant, subsequently claimed responsibility for the abduction.
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March - 18 
On the same day, another Maoist, Tek Bahadur Gharti, was shot dead at Gam VDC-5 in the same district. Gharti was shot dead by a group of three people from an automatic weapon, while he was going home.
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On the same day, another Maoist, Tek Bahadur Gharti, was shot dead at Gam VDC-5 in the same district. Gharti was shot dead by a group of three people from an automatic weapon, while he was going home.
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March - 18 
Unidentified armed gangs shot dead a CPN-Maoist cadre, Bhakta Bahadur, at Jaimakasala in the Rolpa district on March 18- night, Nepal News reports. Bhakta Bahadur, a resident of Uwa Village Development Committee-7 (VDC), was dragged out of the hotel
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Unidentified armed gangs shot dead a CPN-Maoist cadre, Bhakta Bahadur, at Jaimakasala in the Rolpa district on March 18- night, Nepal News reports. Bhakta Bahadur, a resident of Uwa Village Development Committee-7 (VDC), was dragged out of the hotel where he used to work and was killed.
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March - 18 
YCL cadres abducted and assaulted a Nepali Congress activist, Arjun Sapkota, at Sundar Bazaar-9 in the Lamjung district on March 18-night.
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YCL cadres abducted and assaulted a Nepali Congress activist, Arjun Sapkota, at Sundar Bazaar-9 in the Lamjung district on March 18-night.
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March - 18 
At Kaduthodamalai in the Vavuniya district, the troops killed a LTTE militant and injured two others during an encounter. A T-56 weapon was recovered from the incident site.
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At Kaduthodamalai in the Vavuniya district, the troops killed a LTTE militant and injured two others during an encounter. A T-56 weapon was recovered from the incident site.
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March - 18 
In the Navakkulam area, troops opened fire on a group of LTTE militants. The militants, however, managed to escape.
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In the Navakkulam area, troops opened fire on a group of LTTE militants. The militants, however, managed to escape.
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March - 18 
President Mahinda Rajapakse on March 18 announced that democracy given to the people in the Eastern Province will soon be given to the North as well. Addressing the 101 newly elected local council members of Batticaloa district, the President said, "
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President Mahinda Rajapakse on March 18 announced that democracy given to the people in the Eastern Province will soon be given to the North as well. Addressing the 101 newly elected local council members of Batticaloa district, the President said, "How many lives of our brethren have been sacrificed to fulfill someone else’s dream of Eelam? It is not like living under the gun point when you have the democracy; under democracy, the power is justice, but not the gun like under terrorism." He added, "With great determination I assure you, the freedom of democracy and the right to development that have been given to you will be granted to the people in the North in the near future. Future is for democracy, not for guns."
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March - 18 
The EU delegation on March 18 said it had demanded from the Government to provide access for the Co-chairs and the Norwegian facilitators to Wanni to meet the LTTE leaders.
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The EU delegation on March 18 said it had demanded from the Government to provide access for the Co-chairs and the Norwegian facilitators to Wanni to meet the LTTE leaders.
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March - 18 
The troops attacked and neutralised a LTTE bunker in the jungles northwest of Kallikulam, killing three militants, identified as Kuilan, Virasailan and Kuvilmaran. One soldier was killed while two others sustained injuries when the LTTE militants tri
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The troops attacked and neutralised a LTTE bunker in the jungles northwest of Kallikulam, killing three militants, identified as Kuilan, Virasailan and Kuvilmaran. One soldier was killed while two others sustained injuries when the LTTE militants triggered a claymore mine explosion targeting a foot patrol of the troops in the Murunkan area of Mannar district.
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March - 18 
Two soldiers sustained injuries in an explosion in the Andankulam area. Another explosion in Kaddutaddamalai injured two more soldiers.
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Two soldiers sustained injuries in an explosion in the Andankulam area. Another explosion in Kaddutaddamalai injured two more soldiers.
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March - 19 
A deputy commander of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Dasarapu Radha alias Swapna, carrying a head money of INR 50,000 surrendered before the police in the Warangal district on March 19, reports The Hindu. Superintendent of Police (
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A deputy commander of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Dasarapu Radha alias Swapna, carrying a head money of INR 50,000 surrendered before the police in the Warangal district on March 19, reports The Hindu. Superintendent of Police (SP) Soumya Mishra said that Radha hailing from Ramakrishnapur in the Chityal mandal (administrative division) had joined the Chityal dalam (squad) in 2003 and worked with top Maoist leaders such as Chettiraja Papaiah alias Somanna and D.V.K. Swamy alias Yadanna. She was working with the newly formed Chennur squad in Adilabad district since 2007.
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March - 19 
According to Indian Express, angered by mass surrenders by their cadres and supporters in the Gadchiroli district, the Maoists killed one more surrendered extremist on March 19-night in the Jaravandi police station area. This takes the death tally in
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According to Indian Express, angered by mass surrenders by their cadres and supporters in the Gadchiroli district, the Maoists killed one more surrendered extremist on March 19-night in the Jaravandi police station area. This takes the death tally in the Maoist reprisal killings since March 17 to three. The Maoists had killed two surrendered insurgents from Kondawahi village, also under the Jaravandi police station, on March 17. "On Wednesday morning, he left Kandli along with his brother-in-law (wife’s brother) Shivram Usendi on motorcycle for Kasansur village. On Thursday morning, people from Sarkheda village, 6 km from Jaravandi, found his body," Gadchiroli district Superintendent of Police Rajesh Pradhan said. "A chit was found near his body which said he had encouraged the people to surrender," Pradhan added.
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March - 19 
Boya Ramanjamma alias Umakka, an extremist belonging to the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI-ML)’s Janashakti faction surrendered before SP Shankarbhratha Bagchi in Kurnool district.
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Boya Ramanjamma alias Umakka, an extremist belonging to the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI-ML)’s Janashakti faction surrendered before SP Shankarbhratha Bagchi in Kurnool district.
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March - 19 
In a follow-up to the December 31, 2007-arrest of four Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) militants, the Delhi Police on March 20 claimed to have arrested two others of the same group from Jalandhar in Punjab, UNI reported. Deputy Commissioner (Specia
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In a follow-up to the December 31, 2007-arrest of four Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) militants, the Delhi Police on March 20 claimed to have arrested two others of the same group from Jalandhar in Punjab, UNI reported. Deputy Commissioner (Special Cell) Alok Kumar said Jaswant Singh alias Kala (31) and Surender Singh alias Fauji (22) were arrested on March 19 near Sutlej bridge in Jalandhar. One .30 Star make pistol and one .22 Star make pistol with 11 live cartridges were recovered from them. While Kala hails from Muktsar, Fauji is a native of Jalandhar in Punjab, he said. Jaswant Singh is a close associate of Jagtar Singh Hawara, former BKI chief in India, arrested in Punjab for the assassination of then Chief Minister Beant Singh. Hawara, who had escaped from Burail jail in 2004, was arrested by Delhi Police in June 2005 in connection with the twin bomb blasts at Liberty and Satyam cinema halls. His interrogation and that of another accused in the Beant Singh assassination case Paramjeet Singh Bheora had led to arrest of four terrorists—Baljeet Singh alias Bahu, Bikkar Singh alias Bant Singh and Kulwinder Singh in December 2007.
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March - 19 
On March 19, Manoj Tiwari, a trooper of the Special Task Force (STF), was killed in an encounter with cadres of the Jharkhand Liberation Tigers (JLT) at Karra in the Khunti district. The STF was conducting an operation against the JLT, a group of Nax
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On March 19, Manoj Tiwari, a trooper of the Special Task Force (STF), was killed in an encounter with cadres of the Jharkhand Liberation Tigers (JLT) at Karra in the Khunti district. The STF was conducting an operation against the JLT, a group of Naxalite dropouts, in the Bilsiring forests when Tiwari suffered bullet wounds and later succumbed to his injuries. Police claimed that a JLT cadre too was killed during the operation, but his body could not be recovered.
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March - 19 
One Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) militant, identified as Gedolf Nongrem of Mawkhar, surrendered before the Border Security Force (BSF) at the Umsyiem border outpost near Dawki on March 19, Shillong Times reports. During interrogatio
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One Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) militant, identified as Gedolf Nongrem of Mawkhar, surrendered before the Border Security Force (BSF) at the Umsyiem border outpost near Dawki on March 19, Shillong Times reports. During interrogation, Nongrem told the BSF that he, along with five others, was lured by one HNLC activist Lungtung of Mawlai to join the banned outfit and had undergone arms training at an HNLC camp in Chittagong, Bangladesh. "I left for Bangladesh in June 2003 and underwent training along with others, including eight female activists, at an HNLC camp in Chittagong," Nongrem said.
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March - 19 
One more non-local person was killed by unidentified militants at 7:30pm (IST) on March 19 at Kumbi in the Bishenpur district raising the death toll to 15, Kanglaonline reports. An indefinite night curfew was imposed in all the districts of the State
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One more non-local person was killed by unidentified militants at 7:30pm (IST) on March 19 at Kumbi in the Bishenpur district raising the death toll to 15, Kanglaonline reports. An indefinite night curfew was imposed in all the districts of the State, adds The Hindu.
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March - 19 
One person was killed and 16 sustained injuries when the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) attempted to blow up a part of the only flyover in the capital Srinagar with an IED blast. A parapet wall of the flyover was destroyed and half-a-dozen vehicles suffered
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One person was killed and 16 sustained injuries when the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) attempted to blow up a part of the only flyover in the capital Srinagar with an IED blast. A parapet wall of the flyover was destroyed and half-a-dozen vehicles suffered damage under the impact of the falling rubble. Inspector General of Police (Kashmir Zone), S. M. Sahai, said that the blast occurred when no vehicle was plying on the apex point of the flyover. He said that militants seem to have planted the IED in a portion which was under construction. HM spokesman Khaleel-ur-Rehman informed the media that militants of his group had attempted to target a paramilitary vehicle. He said it was "unfortunate" that some civilians were also hurt in the blast. Officials and eyewitnesses, however, maintained that there was no paramilitary vehicle around when the explosion occurred. Officials added that a suspect, who was reportedly a student from the nearly Maisuma locality, had been detained for questioning.
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March - 19 
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said on March 19 that there was no military solution to the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka, The Hindu reports. "The way forward lies in a peacefully negotiated political settlement within the framework of a united Sri Lank
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Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said on March 19 that there was no military solution to the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka, The Hindu reports. "The way forward lies in a peacefully negotiated political settlement within the framework of a united Sri Lanka acceptable to all communities, including Tamils," he said in reply to a letter from the Marumazharchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) chief Vaiko. The interests of the Tamils in Sri Lanka were of particular significance to India in the country's dealings with the island nation, he said. "It is with this in mind we have welcomed as a first step, the intention of Sri Lankan Government to fully implement the '13th amendment' to its Constitution to give some powers to Tamils," he wrote. On the Sri Lankan Navy's arrest of Indian fishermen, he said: "The welfare and safety of the country's fishermen has been the nation's persistent goal. Whenever necessary, the government has taken this up on a priority basis with Sri Lanka. We have impressed on the Sri Lankan Navy to act with restraint and treat Indian fishermen in a humane manner." However, most of the incidents of firing have taken place in Sri Lankan waters, close to their shores. The Sri Lankan government had declared these waters as a high security zone and no fishing zone, Singh said. A day earlier, Vaiko had written to the Prime Minister urging him to take steps to stop the arrests of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy.
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March - 19 
The Doda district police and Army shot dead four militants of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, including a ‘district commander’, in an encounter at Gwari Shah under the jurisdiction of Gandoh police station, Daily Excelsior reported. Two police pers
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The Doda district police and Army shot dead four militants of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, including a ‘district commander’, in an encounter at Gwari Shah under the jurisdiction of Gandoh police station, Daily Excelsior reported. Two police personnel sustained injuries in the operation. The slain militants were identified as ‘district commander’ Imtiaz Hussain alias Abu Turab, Sadam Hussain, Suraf Nawaz alias Mehnaz and Sagir Ahmed of Pakistan. Three AK rifles with four magazines and 15 rounds of ammunition, one pistol with one magazine and four rounds of ammunition, and three wireless sets were recovered from the incident site.
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March - 19 
The HM chief and chairman of the United Jihad Council (UJC), Syed Salahuddin, has said Pakistan could not stop supporting the Kashmiri militant groups, according to The Tribune. In an interview to Times Now, the UJC chairman also admitted that Pakist
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The HM chief and chairman of the United Jihad Council (UJC), Syed Salahuddin, has said Pakistan could not stop supporting the Kashmiri militant groups, according to The Tribune. In an interview to Times Now, the UJC chairman also admitted that Pakistan has continuously been providing both military as well as political support to the Kashmiri militants. Maintaining that there was no let up in Pakistan’s support to the HM, the television channel quoted him as saying, "as of now Pakistan’s support is on. Now that things are changing in Pakistan, there is pressure on them to move away from the Kashmir issue. However, I can tell you that Pakistan cannot stop giving us substantial support on the Kashmir issue." Salahuddin was quoted saying that Pakistan has not only been giving the military but political, moral and diplomatic support to the militancy in Kashmir. Apprehending that the new regime might withdraw the support to the militant outfits, Salahuddin claimed, his outfit was self-reliant. "As you may have heard, we have moved away from the rest of the separatist groups. We have our own agenda and we are capable of achieving our agenda on our own, without any help," he was quoted saying.
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March - 19 
Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil said in the Rajya Sabha (upper house of Parliament) on March 19 that the Maoist problem is confined to only two percent of the over 650,000 villages and not in one-third of the country as projected. "The Naxalite thr
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Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil said in the Rajya Sabha (upper house of Parliament) on March 19 that the Maoist problem is confined to only two percent of the over 650,000 villages and not in one-third of the country as projected. "The Naxalite threat should not be exaggerated to create fear psychosis among people", Patil said. He said that while it is being projected that 10 States and 180 districts in the country were affected by the Maoist problem, "at a micro level, only 300 police stations out of over 14,000 in the country have Naxalite activities".
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March - 19 
According to Dawn, a Frontier Corps (FC) soldier, identified as Zulfiqar Ali, was killed and another sustained injuries by armed men on a motorbike on the Manu Jan Road in Quetta, capital of Balochistan, on March 19.
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According to Dawn, a Frontier Corps (FC) soldier, identified as Zulfiqar Ali, was killed and another sustained injuries by armed men on a motorbike on the Manu Jan Road in Quetta, capital of Balochistan, on March 19.
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March - 19 
Security forces foiled an attempt to blow up a bridge on the Dera Bugti-Sangsilla road. About 55kgs of high explosives in two bags had been placed under the bridge but were detected before the saboteurs could detonate them.
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Security forces foiled an attempt to blow up a bridge on the Dera Bugti-Sangsilla road. About 55kgs of high explosives in two bags had been placed under the bridge but were detected before the saboteurs could detonate them.
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March - 19 
The Karachi Police arrested Mohammad Kashif, an Intermediate student allegedly linked to the Taliban, on March 19, Daily Times reported. Police also claimed that he was a member of the Harkat-ul Mujahideen-al-Aalmi (HuMA). He was arrested during a ra
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The Karachi Police arrested Mohammad Kashif, an Intermediate student allegedly linked to the Taliban, on March 19, Daily Times reported. Police also claimed that he was a member of the Harkat-ul Mujahideen-al-Aalmi (HuMA). He was arrested during a raid in Landhi and the police claimed to have recovered weapons and equipment used to seal arms licenses. Kashif reportedly stated that he went to Sialkot in Punjab province a while ago with some friends, became "impressed" with their love for jihad and then decided to go for "jihad training" over there.
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March - 19 
Around 50 YCL cadres also abducted CPN-UML district secretary Mahadev Bhatta and three other activists, Man Singh Bad, Kalawati Lawad and Balbhadra Dayal, and later attacked them. The party also alleged that YCL also robbed NR 18,000 in cash and four
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Around 50 YCL cadres also abducted CPN-UML district secretary Mahadev Bhatta and three other activists, Man Singh Bad, Kalawati Lawad and Balbhadra Dayal, and later attacked them. The party also alleged that YCL also robbed NR 18,000 in cash and four mobile phone sets from them.
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March - 19 
In the Makwanpur district, Maoists attacked and injured six Nepali Congress (NC) activists at Chhatbin Village Development Committee (VDC) in the Hetauda district on March 19-evening.
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In the Makwanpur district, Maoists attacked and injured six Nepali Congress (NC) activists at Chhatbin Village Development Committee (VDC) in the Hetauda district on March 19-evening.
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March - 19 
Puran Dayal, a Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) candidate, along with seven other activists was injured when the Young Communist League (YCL) cadres attacked them at Lada village in the Baitadi district on March 19.
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Puran Dayal, a Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) candidate, along with seven other activists was injured when the Young Communist League (YCL) cadres attacked them at Lada village in the Baitadi district on March 19.
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March - 19 
The YCL cadres also assaulted and injured another CPN-UML candidate, Dharmanath Sah from Constituency 5 at Karjanha 4 in the Siraha district, on the same day. Fifteen CPN-UML cadres were also injured in the attack. The CPN-UML said YCL robbed NR 53,0
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The YCL cadres also assaulted and injured another CPN-UML candidate, Dharmanath Sah from Constituency 5 at Karjanha 4 in the Siraha district, on the same day. Fifteen CPN-UML cadres were also injured in the attack. The CPN-UML said YCL robbed NR 53,000 in cash and other publicity materials.
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March - 19 
An explosion occurred near a fuel station in the industrial town of Pasakha in the Chukha district on March 19, injuring one Indian worker, reports Kuenselonline. The United Revolutionary Front of Bhutan left leaflets claiming responsibility for the
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An explosion occurred near a fuel station in the industrial town of Pasakha in the Chukha district on March 19, injuring one Indian worker, reports Kuenselonline. The United Revolutionary Front of Bhutan left leaflets claiming responsibility for the blast.
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March - 19 
An unnamed police spokesperson said that Royal Bhutan Police expected more bomb blasts in the attempt to discourage people from participating in Bhutan’s parliamentary election scheduled to be held on March 24. He said that a number of terrorist grou
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An unnamed police spokesperson said that Royal Bhutan Police expected more bomb blasts in the attempt to discourage people from participating in Bhutan’s parliamentary election scheduled to be held on March 24. He said that a number of terrorist groups based in Nepal were trying to create chaos during the general election and to instigate a revolt against the government.
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March - 19 
At least four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured when the troops attacked and neutralised a bunker in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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At least four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured when the troops attacked and neutralised a bunker in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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March - 19 
Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and two of their bunkers destroyed in an ambush carried out by the Army Special Infantrymen at Kottakkarankulam, West of Omanthai, in the Vavuniya district on March 19-evening, milit
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Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and two of their bunkers destroyed in an ambush carried out by the Army Special Infantrymen at Kottakkarankulam, West of Omanthai, in the Vavuniya district on March 19-evening, military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said, according to Daily News. “Troops penetrated successfully into the LTTE Forward Lines and ambushed the LTTE movement killing all five Tigers travelling on a tractor,” Brigadier Nanayakkara said. Soldiers also destroyed two LTTE bunkers and killed another three militants, he added.
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March - 19 
On March 19, the troops repulsed an attack by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district and killed three militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. Three militants were injured in the incident.
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On March 19, the troops repulsed an attack by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district and killed three militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. Three militants were injured in the incident.
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March - 19 
One LTTE militant was killed by the troops in an encounter at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Jaffna district.
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One LTTE militant was killed by the troops in an encounter at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Jaffna district.
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March - 19 
The troops attacked two LTTE camps in the Kokkuthuduvai area and killed four militants while injuring another.
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The troops attacked two LTTE camps in the Kokkuthuduvai area and killed four militants while injuring another.
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March - 19 
The troops observed movement of LTTE cadres in the Periyakulam area of Mannar district and subsequently killed two militants while one soldier was injured. Elsewhere, one soldier was killed in an LTTE attack in the Munkilmurichchan area.
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The troops observed movement of LTTE cadres in the Periyakulam area of Mannar district and subsequently killed two militants while one soldier was injured. Elsewhere, one soldier was killed in an LTTE attack in the Munkilmurichchan area.
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March - 19 
The troops recovered decomposed dead bodies of nine LTTE militants, including five females, from dense jungles in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district. Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara told Daily News that the troops eng
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The troops recovered decomposed dead bodies of nine LTTE militants, including five females, from dense jungles in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district. Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara told Daily News that the troops engaged in liberating the Wanni front launched an attack on the LTTE front-lines in Periyapanndivirichchan on March 8. "The Security Forces launched a consequent search operation in the area on Tuesday at around 2.15 p.m. and uncovered nine LTTE decomposed bodies along with three T56 weapons, four communication sets and a Global Positioning System (GPS)," he informed, adding, "It has become a trend of the LTTE to leave behind bodies of their fellow cadres in the battle field without handing them over to their parents or family members fearing to face them. This was practised by the LTTE routinely in the current battle in the Wanni front."
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March - 20 
Elsewhere in the State, Police in Handwara arrested a militant, identified as Nazir Ahmad, responsible for bringing money from Pakistan for the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) in north Kashmir.
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Elsewhere in the State, Police in Handwara arrested a militant, identified as Nazir Ahmad, responsible for bringing money from Pakistan for the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) in north Kashmir.
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March - 20 
Muneer Ahmed Lali, a ‘battalion commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), was killed by the security forces at village Bazipora Ajas in the Bandipora district on March 20, according to Daily Excelsior. One AK rifle and other arms and ammunition were
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Muneer Ahmed Lali, a ‘battalion commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), was killed by the security forces at village Bazipora Ajas in the Bandipora district on March 20, according to Daily Excelsior. One AK rifle and other arms and ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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March - 20 
Police on March 20 blamed the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) for at least two of the attacks on migrant workers in Manipur since March 17, Telegraph reports. The Director General of Police (DGP) Yumnam Joykumar Singh said that two KYKL militants invo
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Police on March 20 blamed the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) for at least two of the attacks on migrant workers in Manipur since March 17, Telegraph reports. The Director General of Police (DGP) Yumnam Joykumar Singh said that two KYKL militants involved in the incident at Heiyen Hangool in the Imphal West district were shot dead in an encounter on March 19. The slain duo and a third member of the outfit killed seven settlers in that incident on March 17. Another militant of the same outfit was shot dead in an encounter with the police at Phaknung in the Imphal East district on March 20.
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March - 20 
The Imphal East police retrieved a loaded truck which was hijacked by unidentified militants on March 20 from near Huidrom, Sangai Express reports.
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The Imphal East police retrieved a loaded truck which was hijacked by unidentified militants on March 20 from near Huidrom, Sangai Express reports.
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March - 20 
The police received information that seven of the Heiyen Hangool killers were in Imphal West. Simultaneous raids on suspected hideouts in Mayang Imphal, Charoibung and Upokpi around 9.40pm led to the encounter. The two militants shot dead were identi
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The police received information that seven of the Heiyen Hangool killers were in Imphal West. Simultaneous raids on suspected hideouts in Mayang Imphal, Charoibung and Upokpi around 9.40pm led to the encounter. The two militants shot dead were identified as Sarangthem Sanjoy alias Robert and Elangbam Dutta. The police recovered an AK-47 rifle with nine rounds of ammunition and a pistol from their possession. The DGP stated that Robert was a "corporal" in the KYKL ranks, but had never been arrested. An arrested KYKL cadre, Laishram Homen alias Korou, is suspected to be one of those who planned the selective killings. The DGP also said the police were on the trail of four more KYKL members who killed five migrants in Imphal East district the day after the Heiyen Hangool attack. The KYKL, however, denied its involvement in the killings.
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March - 20 March - 23
Three Salwa Judum activists were killed by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in a forested stretch in southern Chhattisgarh on March 20, reports Indo-Asian News Service. Maoists reportedly abducted the deceased from a relief cam
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Three Salwa Judum activists were killed by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in a forested stretch in southern Chhattisgarh on March 20, reports Indo-Asian News Service. Maoists reportedly abducted the deceased from a relief camp at Mathwara village in the Bijapur district and three days later killed them by slitting their throats.
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March - 20 
Two militants, one belonging to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the other to the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD), were killed in two separate gun battles in Assam, police said on March 21, reports PTI. The gun battle took place on March 20-nigh
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Two militants, one belonging to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the other to the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD), were killed in two separate gun battles in Assam, police said on March 21, reports PTI. The gun battle took place on March 20-night and arms were seized from the slain militants, police said. Manindra Rai, a suspected ULFA militant, was killed in a gunfight with a team of police and army personnel at Gouripur in Dhubri district. In another gunfight with army personnel at Maibongdisha in North Cachar Hills district, a hardcore militant of the DHD, identified as Joydeep Maibongsa, was killed.
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March - 20 
A suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden car into a military vehicle in front of the brigade headquarters at Zari Noor in South Waziristan on March 20, killing five soldiers and injuring 11 others, Dawn reported. A man claiming to be a spokesman f
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A suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden car into a military vehicle in front of the brigade headquarters at Zari Noor in South Waziristan on March 20, killing five soldiers and injuring 11 others, Dawn reported. A man claiming to be a spokesman for the pro-government militant commander Maulana Nazir claimed responsibility for the attack. "We have declared that ‘Mujahideen’ will soon avenge the death of their colleagues in the missile strike (on Sunday)," Commander Malang told Dawn by from an undisclosed location. It is for the first time that Maulana Nazir’s group has claimed responsibility for a suicide attack. Nine militants were killed and 10 others wounded when three missiles hit a compound in the Shah Nawazkot area near Wana on March 16.
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March - 20 
At least three nomads are feared to have been killed after some rockets fired from the Afghan territory, hit a makeshift house near the Angoor Adda in South Waziristan on March 20.
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At least three nomads are feared to have been killed after some rockets fired from the Afghan territory, hit a makeshift house near the Angoor Adda in South Waziristan on March 20.
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March - 20 
Daily Times reported that the illegal radio station of militant commander Maulana Fazlullah has resumed broadcasts in the Swat district. BBC Urdu reported on March 20 that official sources had confirmed that Fazlullah’s radio, after a closure of almo
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Daily Times reported that the illegal radio station of militant commander Maulana Fazlullah has resumed broadcasts in the Swat district. BBC Urdu reported on March 20 that official sources had confirmed that Fazlullah’s radio, after a closure of almost three months, was back on air with his fiery speeches. "The FM radio station has been broadcasting Fazlullah’s speeches for the last three days, but it has not yet been fully active," a government official told BBC.
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March - 20 
The security forces arrested five suspected militants in the Swat district of NWFP on March 20, The News reported. The three suspects arrested at the Fiza Ghat checkpoint were identified as Sharif Khan, Bawar Khan, residents of Tuha Charbagh, and Akb
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The security forces arrested five suspected militants in the Swat district of NWFP on March 20, The News reported. The three suspects arrested at the Fiza Ghat checkpoint were identified as Sharif Khan, Bawar Khan, residents of Tuha Charbagh, and Akbar Ali, a resident of Khwazakhela.
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March - 20 
At least 12 activists of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) and a Young Communist League (YCL) cadre were injured during a clash at Parroha in the Rupandehi district on March 20, reports Kantipuronline. The YCL cadres als
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At least 12 activists of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) and a Young Communist League (YCL) cadre were injured during a clash at Parroha in the Rupandehi district on March 20, reports Kantipuronline. The YCL cadres also vandalized three vehicles used by the CPN-UML activists for election campaign. The CPN-UML claimed that Maoists from the local Sainamaina cantonment were involved in the incident.
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March - 20 
In the Gorkha district, CPN-Maoist cadres barred NC activists from entering the Simjung VDC for poll campaigning on March 20.
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In the Gorkha district, CPN-Maoist cadres barred NC activists from entering the Simjung VDC for poll campaigning on March 20.
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March - 20 
Police arrested Babbu Singh Thakur, a cadre of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J), who was working as a security guard with the Banke district branch office of the United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN). Banke dis
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Police arrested Babbu Singh Thakur, a cadre of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J), who was working as a security guard with the Banke district branch office of the United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN). Banke district Deputy Superintendent of Police, Govind Damai, said that Thakur was arrested after he reached the Black & White Media Marketing Network and demanded NR 3 lakhs or two pistols. Police also said Thakur had earlier extorted NR 25,000 from the firm claiming to be a JTMM-J cadre named Bijuli.
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March - 20 
A day earlier, the troops observed a LTTE militant near a bunker in the Navakkulam area of Vavuniya district and shot him dead. Another LTTE militant was killed by the troops in an encounter in the area north of Janakapura.
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A day earlier, the troops observed a LTTE militant near a bunker in the Navakkulam area of Vavuniya district and shot him dead. Another LTTE militant was killed by the troops in an encounter in the area north of Janakapura.
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March - 20 
At Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district, the SF personnel attacked LTTE militants with RPGs and small arms. At least two to three militants were either killed or wounded. Seven anti-personnel mines were recovered from the incident site.
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At Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district, the SF personnel attacked LTTE militants with RPGs and small arms. At least two to three militants were either killed or wounded. Seven anti-personnel mines were recovered from the incident site.
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March - 20 
Minister Mahinda Wijesekara said that a comprehensive devolution of political power to the people in the North is necessary to end the ethnic strife in Sri Lanka. The Minister said that the war alone will never be able to eliminate terrorism. "War wi
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Minister Mahinda Wijesekara said that a comprehensive devolution of political power to the people in the North is necessary to end the ethnic strife in Sri Lanka. The Minister said that the war alone will never be able to eliminate terrorism. "War will only kill people, but it cannot kill the ideology that is why they (Tigers) are continuing to come with their belly bombs," he said. "We must be able to rescue them from Prabhakaran and to show them what the real liberty is. That is why we have to share the power," he added.
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March - 20 
On March 20, the troops attacked a LTTE bunker in the Pandivirichchen area and killed at least four LTTE militants, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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On March 20, the troops attacked a LTTE bunker in the Pandivirichchen area and killed at least four LTTE militants, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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March - 20 
Security forces (SFs) also killed one LTTE militant about 150-meter ahead of the Nagarkovil FDL.
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Security forces (SFs) also killed one LTTE militant about 150-meter ahead of the Nagarkovil FDL.
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March - 20 
The Government said that 'high profile visits to the Wanni' had not yielded any tangible progress in taking the peace process forward. In response to the demands and concerns raised by a visiting high level European Union (EU) delegation, the Foreign
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The Government said that 'high profile visits to the Wanni' had not yielded any tangible progress in taking the peace process forward. In response to the demands and concerns raised by a visiting high level European Union (EU) delegation, the Foreign Ministry said that such visits are used by the LTTE for propaganda purposes. "On the contrary, it had been observed that the LTTE had cynically used high profile visits by foreign dignitaries to the Wanni, for propaganda purposes," the Foreign Ministry noted.
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March - 20 
The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) warned on March 20 that the Tamileela Makkal Viduthalai Pulikal (TMVP) would use weapons to win the scheduled Eastern Province election and called for disarming the outfit, Colombo Page reported. Speaking at a pres
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The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) warned on March 20 that the Tamileela Makkal Viduthalai Pulikal (TMVP) would use weapons to win the scheduled Eastern Province election and called for disarming the outfit, Colombo Page reported. Speaking at a press conference, JVP leader Somawansa Amarasinghe said, "The government should disarm the group as it was bound to use weapons to win the elections through coercion and intimidation. If the government wants a free and fair poll, it should disarm the Pillayan group before holding the Provincial Council election in the East." He added that there is a threat from the LTTE on the TMVP but the security forces were capable of providing sufficient security to the group.
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March - 20 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief Velupillai Prabhakaran has ordered its proxy political party, the Tamil National Alliance (TNA), not to contest the forthcoming Provincial Council elections in the Eastern Province, reports Daily News
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief Velupillai Prabhakaran has ordered its proxy political party, the Tamil National Alliance (TNA), not to contest the forthcoming Provincial Council elections in the Eastern Province, reports Daily News. He issued this order when TNA parliamentarians were attending the funeral of slain TNA parliamentarian Sivanesan.
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March - 20 
The LTTE political wing leader B. Nadesan ordered the TNA parliamentarians to agitate at diplomatic missions in Colombo and complain that the government was violating human rights and also to speak against the ongoing conflict.
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The LTTE political wing leader B. Nadesan ordered the TNA parliamentarians to agitate at diplomatic missions in Colombo and complain that the government was violating human rights and also to speak against the ongoing conflict.
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March - 20 
The Medawachchi police seized a large stock of explosives and accessories from a van which was proceeding towards Mannar in the Anuradhapura district. The seizure included 242 gelignite rods and 125-meters of detonator cord. The driver and another su
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The Medawachchi police seized a large stock of explosives and accessories from a van which was proceeding towards Mannar in the Anuradhapura district. The seizure included 242 gelignite rods and 125-meters of detonator cord. The driver and another suspect were arrested.
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March - 20 
The SFs attacked a LTTE bunker in the Kirchudankulam area of Vavuniya district and killed one militant. Similarly, the troops attacked another LTTE bunker in the area north of Kallikulam and killed one more militant, identified as Sriralan, and wound
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The SFs attacked a LTTE bunker in the Kirchudankulam area of Vavuniya district and killed one militant. Similarly, the troops attacked another LTTE bunker in the area north of Kallikulam and killed one more militant, identified as Sriralan, and wounded two others. At Adampan in the Mannar district, SFs killed one LTTE militant.
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March - 20 
The troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants in the Andankulam area and killed three more militants. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered the dead body of one of the slain militants along with a hand grenade. Two more militants
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The troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants in the Andankulam area and killed three more militants. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered the dead body of one of the slain militants along with a hand grenade. Two more militants were killed in an encounter by the troops in the same area. At Kokkutoduvai, the troops attacked another group of LTTE militants and killed two of them while injuring two others.
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March - 20 
The troops killed one LTTE militant about 100-meters ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district. Subsequently, the troops laid an ambush and observed three militants who were trying to evacuate the dead body of their sla
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The troops killed one LTTE militant about 100-meters ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district. Subsequently, the troops laid an ambush and observed three militants who were trying to evacuate the dead body of their slain colleague. Troops later opened fire towards them killing or injuring two of the militants.
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March - 20 
The troops killed one LTTE militant and injured another near the same Muhamalai FDL.
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The troops killed one LTTE militant and injured another near the same Muhamalai FDL.
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March - 20 
Two LTTE militants were wounded when the troops opened fire towards them in the Silvayankulam area of Vavuniya district. A soldier sustained injuries due to LTTE small arms fire in the Thirukethiswaram area of Mannar district.
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Two LTTE militants were wounded when the troops opened fire towards them in the Silvayankulam area of Vavuniya district. A soldier sustained injuries due to LTTE small arms fire in the Thirukethiswaram area of Mannar district.
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March - 21 March - 22
A 23-year-old youth, identified as Mohd Shaffi, was kidnapped from his house at village Bakhna in the Doda district and subsequently down by militants on March 21-night, reports Daily Excelsior. The deceased’s bullet riddled dead body was recovered
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A 23-year-old youth, identified as Mohd Shaffi, was kidnapped from his house at village Bakhna in the Doda district and subsequently down by militants on March 21-night, reports Daily Excelsior. The deceased’s bullet riddled dead body was recovered by police on March 22-morning from a field about two kilometres away from his house, sources said, adding, the local militants of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were responsible for the killing of the Gujjar youth and both of them have been identified.
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March - 21 
Two children, Mohammad Afzal and Akram Ashraf, were killed in a grenade explosion in the Gawari area of Doda district on March 21, 2008, Kashmir Times reported. Police said that some unidentified militants lobbed a grenade near a house at Gawari vill
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Two children, Mohammad Afzal and Akram Ashraf, were killed in a grenade explosion in the Gawari area of Doda district on March 21, 2008, Kashmir Times reported. Police said that some unidentified militants lobbed a grenade near a house at Gawari village leading to the death of two boys who were playing near their house. Police sources added that the militants lobbed the grenade to avenge the killing of four Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants in the same area a day earlier.
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March - 21 March - 22
Unidentified gunmen killed two middle-aged Manipuri women, said to be sisters, at Khekman Wangmataba in the Thoubal district around 10pm on March 21, reports Telegraph. Thoubal police recovered the dead bodies on March 22.The assailants reportedly to
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Unidentified gunmen killed two middle-aged Manipuri women, said to be sisters, at Khekman Wangmataba in the Thoubal district around 10pm on March 21, reports Telegraph. Thoubal police recovered the dead bodies on March 22.The assailants reportedly took the siblings, the elder one identified as Anal, to a field at Khekman and shot them dead. Sources said Anal’s husband was a member of a militant outfit but had surrendered to the government nearly a year ago. He had later joined the India Reserve Battalion (IRB). Unidentified militants had shot him dead around four months ago.
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March - 21 
A curfew has been imposed in the Hangu district of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) province after clashes erupted between Shia and Sunni Muslims during a Nauroz (Persian New Year festival) procession on March 21, leaving four dead and 28 othe
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A curfew has been imposed in the Hangu district of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) province after clashes erupted between Shia and Sunni Muslims during a Nauroz (Persian New Year festival) procession on March 21, leaving four dead and 28 others injured, reports Daily Times. Two of the injured are said to be in critical condition. The violence erupted after members of the Shia community of the region came under fire as they hoisted a flag on a mosque to mark Nauroz. Locals said the Nauroz celebrations were going on peacefully at a madrassa (Seminary) when they were fired upon with rockets and mortar shells, APP reported. “We have clamped an indefinite curfew and summoned troops to restore peace. The situation is tense,” local police officer Akbar Ali told AFP after the incident. He said sporadic firing continued despite the curfew. The district co-ordination officer of the region also called a jirga (council) that successfully negotiated a truce between Sunnis and Shias of the area. The cease-fire is to last five months. Each sect has deposited PKR 1 million with the jirga as a form of surety bond.
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March - 21 March - 22
Elsewhere in the FATA, pro-Taliban militants attacked check-posts manned by the Bajaur Scouts and Bajaur Levies in the in Rehmanabad, Sadiqabad and Shende Mor area of Bajaur Agency late on March 21, official sources told Daily Times on March 22. Heav
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Elsewhere in the FATA, pro-Taliban militants attacked check-posts manned by the Bajaur Scouts and Bajaur Levies in the in Rehmanabad, Sadiqabad and Shende Mor area of Bajaur Agency late on March 21, official sources told Daily Times on March 22. Heavy weapons were used from both sides when the security forces retaliated, they said. "The crossfire lasted for an hour, but no loss of life was reported from either side," a source said.
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March - 21 
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Nepal- United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) Madhav Kumar Nepal has proposed to hold the Constituent Assembly election scheduled for April 10 in two phases, reports Nepal News. Talking to reporters he said that
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General Secretary of the Communist Party of Nepal- United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) Madhav Kumar Nepal has proposed to hold the Constituent Assembly election scheduled for April 10 in two phases, reports Nepal News. Talking to reporters he said that the deteriorating security situation across the country would disturb holding polls peacefully in a single phase. Nepal said the government must take extra initiative for security of poll candidates.
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March - 21 
Police arrested two ‘commanders’ of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J) in Banke district on March 21, reports Nepal News. The duo was identified as Ram Baran Burma alias Halchal and Manoj Singh Choudhary, the local
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Police arrested two ‘commanders’ of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J) in Banke district on March 21, reports Nepal News. The duo was identified as Ram Baran Burma alias Halchal and Manoj Singh Choudhary, the local in-charge of the JTMM-J in Banke and Bardiya districts respectively.
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March - 21 
Two CPN-UML activists were injured in a clash with the Maoists at Piple village in the Chitwan district on March 21 (today), according to Himalayan Times.
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Two CPN-UML activists were injured in a clash with the Maoists at Piple village in the Chitwan district on March 21 (today), according to Himalayan Times.
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March - 21 
A day earlier, the troops attacked and captured a LTTE strong point and bunker complex north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, killing three militants. Six soldiers were also injured in the confrontation. Troops later recovered two RPG rounds,
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A day earlier, the troops attacked and captured a LTTE strong point and bunker complex north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, killing three militants. Six soldiers were also injured in the confrontation. Troops later recovered two RPG rounds, four T-56 magazines, one body armour, two pouches, seven water bottles and four hand grenades from the incident site.
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March - 21 
During another attack in the Villattikulam area, the troops killed at least four more LTTE militants.
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During another attack in the Villattikulam area, the troops killed at least four more LTTE militants.
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March - 21 
Four soldiers were wounded in small arms fire and explosions of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and APM in the Villattikulam, Periyavalayankadduvankulam and Mantota areas of Vavuniya district on March 21. Two soldiers were injured in an IED explo
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Four soldiers were wounded in small arms fire and explosions of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and APM in the Villattikulam, Periyavalayankadduvankulam and Mantota areas of Vavuniya district on March 21. Two soldiers were injured in an IED explosion in the area south of Muhamalai in the Jaffna district.
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March - 21 
One army officer and a soldier were injured due to the explosion of an LTTE planted Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the Pandivirichchen area.
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One army officer and a soldier were injured due to the explosion of an LTTE planted Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the Pandivirichchen area.
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March - 21 
One soldier got injured in an LTTE laid IED explosion in the Kilaly area. Similarly, another soldier got injured due to the explosion of an IED in the Ramanathankulam area.
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One soldier got injured in an LTTE laid IED explosion in the Kilaly area. Similarly, another soldier got injured due to the explosion of an IED in the Ramanathankulam area.
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March - 21 
One soldier sustained injuries due to the explosion of an LTTE laid anti personnel mine in the Janakapura area. One more soldier was injured in a LTTE fire in the Kiriibbanwewa area.
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One soldier sustained injuries due to the explosion of an LTTE laid anti personnel mine in the Janakapura area. One more soldier was injured in a LTTE fire in the Kiriibbanwewa area.
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March - 21 
One soldier who was wounded in an APM explosion in the area south of Malikaittidal later succumbed to his injuries while being taken to hospital on March 21.
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One soldier who was wounded in an APM explosion in the area south of Malikaittidal later succumbed to his injuries while being taken to hospital on March 21.
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March - 21 
Quoting “defence observers”, the military said the special operations conducted in areas immediately ahead of the LTTE defences have been making a “huge contribution in clearing the terrorists barriers” into Wanni region, The Hindu reports. “Increasi
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Quoting “defence observers”, the military said the special operations conducted in areas immediately ahead of the LTTE defences have been making a “huge contribution in clearing the terrorists barriers” into Wanni region, The Hindu reports. “Increasing number of civilians arriving at security forces camps daily have confirmed the same that they would never be able to escape the terror clutches unless for the dwindling power of the terrorists along the defence lines. The walls of the LTTE run mono ethnic hellhole of Wanni is falling down on by one and the much awaited freedom for civilians is getting nearer,” it said.
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March - 21 
The troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants and killed four of them while injuring three others in the area of north of Janakapura. Two soldiers were also injured in the incident. Troops also recovered one T-56 weapon and T-56 magazine from the inc
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The troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants and killed four of them while injuring three others in the area of north of Janakapura. Two soldiers were also injured in the incident. Troops also recovered one T-56 weapon and T-56 magazine from the incident site.
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March - 21 
The troops observed two LTTE militants near the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district and opened fire, injuring the duo.
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The troops observed two LTTE militants near the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district and opened fire, injuring the duo.
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March - 21 
Three more LTTE militants were killed while two others sustained injuries when the troops attacked another group of militants in the Veddayamurippu area of Mannar district. Troops also recovered one T-56 weapon and 1500 rounds of 7.62x30 ammunition f
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Three more LTTE militants were killed while two others sustained injuries when the troops attacked another group of militants in the Veddayamurippu area of Mannar district. Troops also recovered one T-56 weapon and 1500 rounds of 7.62x30 ammunition from the location.
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March - 21 
Two more LTTE militants, including a female cadre, were killed by the troops in two separate incidents in the area north of Kiruchuddan and Pandivirichchen in the Vavuniya district on March 21.
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Two more LTTE militants, including a female cadre, were killed by the troops in two separate incidents in the area north of Kiruchuddan and Pandivirichchen in the Vavuniya district on March 21.
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March - 21 
Two soldiers were killed and six others injured when an army vehicle carrying troops was caught in an explosion of an LTTE pressure mine in the South Bar area on March 21.
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Two soldiers were killed and six others injured when an army vehicle carrying troops was caught in an explosion of an LTTE pressure mine in the South Bar area on March 21.
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March - 22 
Franky Dimasa, ‘deputy commander-in-chief’ of the Black Widow (BW), was arrested by the Guwahati Police from Fatasil Ambari area on March 22-night, reports Sentinel. He was arrested on the basis of the confessional statement of Daniel Garlosa, ‘area
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Franky Dimasa, ‘deputy commander-in-chief’ of the Black Widow (BW), was arrested by the Guwahati Police from Fatasil Ambari area on March 22-night, reports Sentinel. He was arrested on the basis of the confessional statement of Daniel Garlosa, ‘area commander’ of the BW, who had been arrested on March 19 from the city where he had arrived from Dimapur in Nagaland travelling in the Brahmaputra Mail. Franky also reportedly arrived in the city by the same train along with Garlosa.
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March - 22 
Majalata police in the Udhampur district recovered one HE-36 grenade from Railta Nullah.
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Majalata police in the Udhampur district recovered one HE-36 grenade from Railta Nullah.
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March - 22 
One hand grenade was recovered near the gate of the residence of the Superintendent of the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Y. Mohendro Singh, at Uripok in the Imphal West district on March 22, reports Telegraph. Later, a bomb disposal
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One hand grenade was recovered near the gate of the residence of the Superintendent of the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Y. Mohendro Singh, at Uripok in the Imphal West district on March 22, reports Telegraph. Later, a bomb disposal squad of the Manipur Police defused the hand grenade. The report added that the RIMS authorities had refused to appoint candidates recommended by the Military Council faction of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) outfit.
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March - 22 
One suspected Borok National Council of Tripura (BNCT) militant, Anil Debbarma, was arrested by the Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel from North Maharanipur area in the West Tripura district on March 22, reports Sentinel. During a separate search
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One suspected Borok National Council of Tripura (BNCT) militant, Anil Debbarma, was arrested by the Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel from North Maharanipur area in the West Tripura district on March 22, reports Sentinel. During a separate search operation, one US-made 9mm pistol and 3 rounds of ammunition were recovered from Teliamura area in the same district.
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March - 22 
Police neutralised a militant hide-out at Khewan Sailsoo in the Dharamshal area of Rajouri district on March 22 and recovered one grenade, 35 AK rounds, one AK magazine, one bottle of rifle oil and three pencil cells.
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Police neutralised a militant hide-out at Khewan Sailsoo in the Dharamshal area of Rajouri district on March 22 and recovered one grenade, 35 AK rounds, one AK magazine, one bottle of rifle oil and three pencil cells.
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March - 22 
The Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) were put on high alert following the sinking of a Sri Lankan Naval Boat by the Sea Tigers [sea wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)] near Mullaitivu in Sri Lanka on March 22. An ICG spok
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The Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) were put on high alert following the sinking of a Sri Lankan Naval Boat by the Sea Tigers [sea wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)] near Mullaitivu in Sri Lanka on March 22. An ICG spokesperson told UNI that to prevent any LTTE infiltration, a comprehensive security cover was put in place in the Indian territorial waters. He said the Tamil Nadu Police had also intensified coastal patrolling. Both air and sea surveillance was tightened with the help of the Indian Navy to prevent the LTTE intrusion, he added.
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March - 22 
Three All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militants were arrested from the Kalyanpur and Mandai areas under Khowai and Sadar East subdivisions in the West Tripura district on March 22-night, reports Telegraph. Police sources said the Tripura State Rifles
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Three All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militants were arrested from the Kalyanpur and Mandai areas under Khowai and Sadar East subdivisions in the West Tripura district on March 22-night, reports Telegraph. Police sources said the Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel arrested two ATTF cadres, Badal Debbarma and Shukramoni Debbarma, when they stormed the residence of a tribal farmer, Ramani Debbarma, and asked for INR 10,000. Another ATTF cadre, Khachuk Debbarma, was arrested by the TSR personnel from the Dushki area under Kalyanpur police station. While four of his accomplices managed to escape, one US-made pistol and three rounds of ammunition were recovered from him.
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March - 22 
Militants blew up two government girls’ schools and the main transmission line in Darra Adam Khel in the NWFP on March 22, according to Dawn. Local people said that the buildings of two middle schools for girls in Ferozkhel and Bazikhel localities we
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Militants blew up two government girls’ schools and the main transmission line in Darra Adam Khel in the NWFP on March 22, according to Dawn. Local people said that the buildings of two middle schools for girls in Ferozkhel and Bazikhel localities were damaged by the blasts. Officials said that militants had earlier distributed pamphlets in the area warning the administration to close down the schools by March 20. The administration of two skill centres for girls in the area has also been warned to wind up activities or face consequences. A high transmission line damaged in the said area, plunged the Darra town and parts of Kohat district into darkness.
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March - 22 
The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) on March 22 nominated Yousaf Raza Gillani, its vice chairman, for Prime Minister’s post in consultation with coalition partners, Daily Times reported. "The party has decided to nominate Yousaf Raza Gillani as its can
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The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) on March 22 nominated Yousaf Raza Gillani, its vice chairman, for Prime Minister’s post in consultation with coalition partners, Daily Times reported. "The party has decided to nominate Yousaf Raza Gillani as its candidate for PM," PPP spokesperson Farhatullah Babar read from a statement he said was given to him by PPP Co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari. Babar also said: "The decision has been taken in consultation with party leaders, coalition partners and Bilawal Bhutto Zardari." Yousaf Raza Gillani first contested the National Assembly (NA) election as an independent in 1985. He was a member of Zia-ul-Haq’s Majlis Shura and was also a member of Muhammad Khan Junejo’s cabinet before he had joined the PPP. He held the office of the NA speaker in the second government (1993-96) of Benazir Bhutto and was jailed on charges of misuse of authority.
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March - 22 
A suspected member of an armed group was killed during police retaliation in the Dhanusa district when a few persons attacked a patrol of the area police office at around 3pm. The deceased has not been identified. A 12-bore gun was recovered from the
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A suspected member of an armed group was killed during police retaliation in the Dhanusa district when a few persons attacked a patrol of the area police office at around 3pm. The deceased has not been identified. A 12-bore gun was recovered from the incident site.
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March - 22 
An unidentified group gunned down a Maoist ‘area committee’ member Shiv Pujan Kurmi at Shivlava village in the Kapilvastu district, near the Nepal-India border on March 22, reports Nepal News. Kurmi, who was injured in the shooting, died on the way t
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An unidentified group gunned down a Maoist ‘area committee’ member Shiv Pujan Kurmi at Shivlava village in the Kapilvastu district, near the Nepal-India border on March 22, reports Nepal News. Kurmi, who was injured in the shooting, died on the way to the hospital. In protest, Maoist cadres staged a sit-in outside the main gate of the hospital and also vandalised vehicles belonging to Nepali Congress candidates and the party's poll publicity office in the district.
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March - 22 
A Dhaka court on March 22 sentenced three Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militants, including JMB's second-in-command Siddiqul Islam Bangla Bhai's wife, Fahima alias Farzana, to different terms of punishment for the bombings at Udichi and Shat
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A Dhaka court on March 22 sentenced three Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militants, including JMB's second-in-command Siddiqul Islam Bangla Bhai's wife, Fahima alias Farzana, to different terms of punishment for the bombings at Udichi and Shatadal Shilpi Goshthi offices in Netrakona in December 2005. The other convicts are Salahuddin alias Saleheen and Asaduzzaman Chowdhury alias Panir. Salahuddin was sentenced to 31 years in jail while Panir and Fahima were sentenced to 10 and five years respectively. Panir and Fahima were also fined Taka 10,000 and 5,000 each, in default of which they will have to serve six and one months more in jail respectively. The court acquitted a fugitive JMB member Yunus Ali, as his involvement with the bomb blasts was not proved.
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March - 22 
A day earlier, the troops killed two LTTE militants near the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district.
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A day earlier, the troops killed two LTTE militants near the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district.
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March - 22 
A locally–built fast attack craft (FAC) of the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) was caught in a LTTE-triggered sea mine explosion in the Nayaru Sea, off Mullaitivu, when the SLN was conducting a sea patrol in the area on March 22. The SLN troops later rescued si
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A locally–built fast attack craft (FAC) of the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) was caught in a LTTE-triggered sea mine explosion in the Nayaru Sea, off Mullaitivu, when the SLN was conducting a sea patrol in the area on March 22. The SLN troops later rescued six sailors while a search was on to trace the 10 other sailors who were aboard the damaged FAC.
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March - 22 
Air Force Wing Commander Andrew Wijesuriya reiterated that intelligence sources confirmed three LTTE militants were killed and eight others injured in an air raid carried out by the SLAF at the Sea Tiger Coordinating Centre located in the Puthukudiri
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Air Force Wing Commander Andrew Wijesuriya reiterated that intelligence sources confirmed three LTTE militants were killed and eight others injured in an air raid carried out by the SLAF at the Sea Tiger Coordinating Centre located in the Puthukudirippu area of Mullaitivu district on March 22, adds Daily News.
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March - 22 
At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops in the areas southwest of Madhu and Kallikulam in Mannar district on March 22, reports Sri Lanka Army. Troops also recovered 70 anti-personnel mines (APM) and fou
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At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops in the areas southwest of Madhu and Kallikulam in Mannar district on March 22, reports Sri Lanka Army. Troops also recovered 70 anti-personnel mines (APM) and four booby traps at Kallikulam.
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March - 22 
At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam Tiger (LTTE) militants were killed as the troops successfully responding to heavy resistance by the militants moved forward and captured an area of about one square kilometre in the Periyakulam and Ilantai
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At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam Tiger (LTTE) militants were killed as the troops successfully responding to heavy resistance by the militants moved forward and captured an area of about one square kilometre in the Periyakulam and Ilantaivan regions, north of Uyilankulam in the Mannar district on March 22, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldier were also killed while nine others sustained injuries. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of five of the slain militants.
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March - 22 
During two separate encounters, the troops killed four LTTE militants in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district.
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During two separate encounters, the troops killed four LTTE militants in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district.
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March - 22 
On March 22, during another encounter between the two sides at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district, one soldier was killed while two others were injured.
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On March 22, during another encounter between the two sides at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district, one soldier was killed while two others were injured.
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March - 22 
The pro-LTTE Website Tamil Net claimed that the navy boat was sunk after a suicide attack by the outfit.
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The pro-LTTE Website Tamil Net claimed that the navy boat was sunk after a suicide attack by the outfit.
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March - 22 
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets bombed and neutralised an identified Sea Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) base, about 7-km north of Nayaru lagoon in the Mullaitivu district on March 22. Elsewhere, the SLAF fighter craft shelled and destroyed
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The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets bombed and neutralised an identified Sea Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) base, about 7-km north of Nayaru lagoon in the Mullaitivu district on March 22. Elsewhere, the SLAF fighter craft shelled and destroyed an LTTE base northwest of Puthukudirippu. Intelligence reports revealed the target was a coordinating centre of the Sea Tigers.
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March - 22 
The troops in an encounter killed two more LTTE militants in the area south of A-9 road on March 22.
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The troops in an encounter killed two more LTTE militants in the area south of A-9 road on March 22.
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March - 22 
The troops killed one LTTE militant in the area north of A-9 road in the Jaffna district on March 22.
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The troops killed one LTTE militant in the area north of A-9 road in the Jaffna district on March 22.
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March - 22 
Three more LTTE militants were killed and 22 others injured during another confrontation between the two sides in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed and 22 others injured during another confrontation between the two sides in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas.
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March - 23 March - 24
According to Assam Tribune, one United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Binoy Baishya, who was earlier arrested from Sualkuchi in the Kamrup district, confessed during his interrogation on March 23 that a cycle that was recovered from him wa
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According to Assam Tribune, one United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Binoy Baishya, who was earlier arrested from Sualkuchi in the Kamrup district, confessed during his interrogation on March 23 that a cycle that was recovered from him was converted into a bomb. Following his confession, a team of explosive experts tore open the cycle on March 24 and found that the seat of the cycle can be opened easily and high power explosives like TNT and TETN were fitted into the hollow pipes of the cycle. One bomb and a programmable time device were also recovered from him.
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March - 23 
An unidentified militants abducted a civilian, Majeed Piswal, from his house at Sherat Kuligam in the Kupwara district and later killed him by slitting his throat at a deserted place in the forests, Daily Excelsior reported.
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An unidentified militants abducted a civilian, Majeed Piswal, from his house at Sherat Kuligam in the Kupwara district and later killed him by slitting his throat at a deserted place in the forests, Daily Excelsior reported.
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March - 23 
Elsewhere in the State, Pulwama Police arrested an over-ground worker of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit, namely Mohammad Ishaq Mir, in the Pulwama town. Officials claimed that a hand grenade was recovered from his possession.
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Elsewhere in the State, Pulwama Police arrested an over-ground worker of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit, namely Mohammad Ishaq Mir, in the Pulwama town. Officials claimed that a hand grenade was recovered from his possession.
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March - 23 
Three police personnel and a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) constable died in an encounter with militants on the outskirts of capital Srinagar on March 23 in which they succeeded in killing Abu Faisal of Pakistan, a ‘divisional commander’ of the
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Three police personnel and a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) constable died in an encounter with militants on the outskirts of capital Srinagar on March 23 in which they succeeded in killing Abu Faisal of Pakistan, a ‘divisional commander’ of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Tribune reported. The gunfight ensued after the security forces surrounded a house in the Telbal locality, where some militants were hiding. According to the Police press release, Abu Faisal was responsible for a number of subversive acts and armed attacks in the Kangan-Ganderbal belt.
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March - 23 
A labourer was killed in a landmine explosion in the Sui area of Balochistan on March 23, according to Dawn. Police sources said that a landmine planted by militants on an under-construction road exploded when labourers commenced work. One of the lab
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A labourer was killed in a landmine explosion in the Sui area of Balochistan on March 23, according to Dawn. Police sources said that a landmine planted by militants on an under-construction road exploded when labourers commenced work. One of the labourers died on the spot and two others sustained injuries.
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March - 23 
Elsewhere in the province, nine teenagers in the Swat district are feared to have been kidnapped by suspected militants "to be trained as suicide bombers", Daily Times reported.
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Elsewhere in the province, nine teenagers in the Swat district are feared to have been kidnapped by suspected militants "to be trained as suicide bombers", Daily Times reported.
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March - 23 
Militants also blew up a post of Khasaddar Force in the Sheraki area on March 23.
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Militants also blew up a post of Khasaddar Force in the Sheraki area on March 23.
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March - 23 
Militants blew up two power pylons near Kohlu, causing suspension of electricity supply to a vast area in the Kohlu township.
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Militants blew up two power pylons near Kohlu, causing suspension of electricity supply to a vast area in the Kohlu township.
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March - 23 March - 24
Militants fired a series of rockets at a hospital in Ghalanai, headquarters of the Mohmand Agency, in the FATA late on March 23, damaging the hospital building, and disrupting the supply of electricity and water, Daily Times. However, no loss of life
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Militants fired a series of rockets at a hospital in Ghalanai, headquarters of the Mohmand Agency, in the FATA late on March 23, damaging the hospital building, and disrupting the supply of electricity and water, Daily Times. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. Asad, the purported spokesman of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), Mohmand Agency, told Daily Times via telephone from an undisclosed location on March 24 that the TTP was not involved in the attack. He said the local Taliban stood by their cease-fire accord with the government. He suspected that ‘a third force’ was trying to sabotage the government-Taliban truce.
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March - 23 
Two persons were killed and 50 others injured when six bomb blasts ripped through two parking lots, and destroyed 40 oil tankers in the Khyber Agency of FATA on March 23, Dawn reported. The tankers were carrying fuel for NATO forces in Afghanistan, a
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Two persons were killed and 50 others injured when six bomb blasts ripped through two parking lots, and destroyed 40 oil tankers in the Khyber Agency of FATA on March 23, Dawn reported. The tankers were carrying fuel for NATO forces in Afghanistan, and were parked in the Bacha Mina area near the Torkham Border crossing. No one has claimed responsibility for the blasts thus far. Officials told Daily Times that each oil tanker carried around 45,000 litres of fuel.
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March - 23 
CPN-Maoist cadres obstructed a NC candidate, Madhav Acharya, and other activists while campaigning for the elections in Constituency-1 in the Rolpa district on March 23. Hundreds of Maoists brandishing knives chased the NC activists threatening to ki
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CPN-Maoist cadres obstructed a NC candidate, Madhav Acharya, and other activists while campaigning for the elections in Constituency-1 in the Rolpa district on March 23. Hundreds of Maoists brandishing knives chased the NC activists threatening to kill them at Phagam VDC-8 in the Rolpa district.
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March - 23 
Maoists abducted and assaulted Basu Neupane, principal of the Janajagriti Secondary School at Dharamapani Village Development Committee (VDC) in the Pyuthan district, on March 23-night in Dharmapani VDC, according to Kantipuronline. They later releas
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Maoists abducted and assaulted Basu Neupane, principal of the Janajagriti Secondary School at Dharamapani Village Development Committee (VDC) in the Pyuthan district, on March 23-night in Dharmapani VDC, according to Kantipuronline. They later released him, after warning him not to participate in the election meeting of the Nepali Congress (NC) candidate Gobindaraj Joshi at the constituency. Neupane is an active member of the NC-affiliated Teachers’ Union and a former correspondent of the Rastriya Samachar Samiti.
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March - 23 
The YCL cadres caught four Madheshi Mukti Tigers (MMT) cadres, including its district commander Surendra Kewat, from Suryapur VDC in the Rupandehi district when the latter were extorting money on March 23, Nepal News reports. The others were identifi
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The YCL cadres caught four Madheshi Mukti Tigers (MMT) cadres, including its district commander Surendra Kewat, from Suryapur VDC in the Rupandehi district when the latter were extorting money on March 23, Nepal News reports. The others were identified as Mohan Mallaha and Shivaji Chauhan, both Indian nationals, and a third one identified as Bishnu Yadav. YCL cadres later handed them over to the police.
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March - 23 
The Young Communist League (YCL) has reportedly been giving training to around 100 villagers of Bharta VDC-4 in the Kalikot district. The locals are being trained "to capture booth" and to use domestic weapons like stick and knives.
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The Young Communist League (YCL) has reportedly been giving training to around 100 villagers of Bharta VDC-4 in the Kalikot district. The locals are being trained "to capture booth" and to use domestic weapons like stick and knives.
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March - 23 
The Rapid Action Battalion personnel seized a locally-made pipe-gun and one bullet of shutter gun that had been left abandoned at Juspur in the Tanore sub-district of Rajshahi district.
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The Rapid Action Battalion personnel seized a locally-made pipe-gun and one bullet of shutter gun that had been left abandoned at Juspur in the Tanore sub-district of Rajshahi district.
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March - 23 
10 LTTE cadres were killed by the troops during clashes in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district on March 23, reports Sri Lanka Army. Six of the slain militants were inside a bunker when the Rocket Propeller Gun fire completely destroyed it.
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10 LTTE cadres were killed by the troops during clashes in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district on March 23, reports Sri Lanka Army. Six of the slain militants were inside a bunker when the Rocket Propeller Gun fire completely destroyed it.
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March - 23 
10 more LTTE militants were killed raising the death toll to 25 while an equal number of them were injured after the troops who took full control of the area between Ilantaivan and Periyakulam in the Mannar district continued search and clear operati
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10 more LTTE militants were killed raising the death toll to 25 while an equal number of them were injured after the troops who took full control of the area between Ilantaivan and Periyakulam in the Mannar district continued search and clear operations in the region. Two more soldiers were killed while 16 others sustained injuries. The troops also recovered the dead bodies of 11 of the 25 slain militants, including three females, along with seven T-56 weapons. As reported earlier, at least 15 LTTE militants and two soldiers were killed while nine soldiers were wounded in the incident.
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March - 23 
At Kokkuthuduvai and Janakapura, the troops killed three LTTE militants. During the subsequent search conducted at Janakapura, the troops found the dead body of one militant along with one radio set and one Multi Purpose Machine Gun.
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At Kokkuthuduvai and Janakapura, the troops killed three LTTE militants. During the subsequent search conducted at Janakapura, the troops found the dead body of one militant along with one radio set and one Multi Purpose Machine Gun.
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March - 23 
On March 23, the troops killed at least six LTTE militants during intermittent fighting that erupted in the Janakapura, Kokkuthuduvai and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district.
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On March 23, the troops killed at least six LTTE militants during intermittent fighting that erupted in the Janakapura, Kokkuthuduvai and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district.
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March - 23 
On March 23, two LTTE militants trying to launch an attack on the troops were shot dead in the Kathankulam area.
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On March 23, two LTTE militants trying to launch an attack on the troops were shot dead in the Kathankulam area.
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March - 23 
Seven more LTTE militants were killed and 10 others injured by the troops during clashes between the two sides in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district. Three soldiers were killed while seven others sustained injuries during the incident. In th
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Seven more LTTE militants were killed and 10 others injured by the troops during clashes between the two sides in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district. Three soldiers were killed while seven others sustained injuries during the incident. In three separate incidents in the same area, four soldiers were wounded.
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March - 23 
the troops captured another LTTE bunker north of Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district and recovered 150 rounds of T-56 ammunition and five hand grenades.
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the troops captured another LTTE bunker north of Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district and recovered 150 rounds of T-56 ammunition and five hand grenades.
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March - 24 
According to The Pioneer, the District Collector (DC) and Superintendent of Police (SP) of Kanker in the Bastar district escaped unhurt even as two policemen were wounded when Maoists triggered landmine blast targeting their vehicle on March 24. The
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According to The Pioneer, the District Collector (DC) and Superintendent of Police (SP) of Kanker in the Bastar district escaped unhurt even as two policemen were wounded when Maoists triggered landmine blast targeting their vehicle on March 24. The incident occurred when the DC, K. R. Pisda, and SP, Ratan Lal Dangi, were returning to the district headquarters Kanker, about 275 km from the State capital Raipur. Although both the senior officials escaped, the tail vehicle, carrying policemen to provide security to them, were hit by the explosion.
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March - 24 
An activist of the Bodoland People’s Front party, identified as Ranjit Swargiary, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Jopadang under Barbari police station in the Baksa district on March 24, reports Assam Tribune.
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An activist of the Bodoland People’s Front party, identified as Ranjit Swargiary, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Jopadang under Barbari police station in the Baksa district on March 24, reports Assam Tribune.
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March - 24 
An unidentified gunmen shot dead a man, Ningombam Naobi, at Okram Chuthek area in the Imphal East district on the same night, according to Assam Tribune. An auto rickshaw driver, identified as Mohammed Tolemu, was also shot at and wounded by militant
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An unidentified gunmen shot dead a man, Ningombam Naobi, at Okram Chuthek area in the Imphal East district on the same night, according to Assam Tribune. An auto rickshaw driver, identified as Mohammed Tolemu, was also shot at and wounded by militants at Keirao Litan in the same district.
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March - 24 
Five women CPI-Maoist cadres were arrested when pasting posters seeking the release of arrested Maoist leader Somen at the Bagha Jatin railway station in capital Kolkata. Inspector General of Police Raj Kanojia told The Hindu, "The arrests will help
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Five women CPI-Maoist cadres were arrested when pasting posters seeking the release of arrested Maoist leader Somen at the Bagha Jatin railway station in capital Kolkata. Inspector General of Police Raj Kanojia told The Hindu, "The arrests will help in curbing the recent spurt in Maoist activities in West Bengal."
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March - 24 
On March 24, a bandh (general strike) called by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the Visakha agency to protest the killing of its cadres in police encounters in the recent past, partially affected general life in some places and fa
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On March 24, a bandh (general strike) called by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the Visakha agency to protest the killing of its cadres in police encounters in the recent past, partially affected general life in some places and failed to evoke a response in some other areas, reports The Hindu. State run bus services to interior areas were suspended. In areas including Paderu, Hukumpeta and Dumbriguda mandals (administrative division), shops were closed. However, in Chintapalli and the tourism centre of Araku Valley, the strike had no impact.
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March - 24 
On March 24, a woman leader and 12 of her accomplices belonging to the Jharkhand Liberation Tigers (JLT) were arrested at Saldaga village in the Simdega district, reports Telegraph. District Superintendent of Police Deo Behari Sharma said that the wo
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On March 24, a woman leader and 12 of her accomplices belonging to the Jharkhand Liberation Tigers (JLT) were arrested at Saldaga village in the Simdega district, reports Telegraph. District Superintendent of Police Deo Behari Sharma said that the woman, identified as Radha Devi, and her accomplices were active in the Khunti and Simdega districts. They were hiding at the Saldega village after committing a murder at Kairbera village.
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March - 24 
On March 24, Andhra-Orissa Border Special Zone Committee East Division Action Team Commander and Galikonda Platoon ‘A’ section member Velusuri Srinivas alias Prasad alias Chinni Vijay (22) surrendered before the East Godavari district Superintendent
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On March 24, Andhra-Orissa Border Special Zone Committee East Division Action Team Commander and Galikonda Platoon ‘A’ section member Velusuri Srinivas alias Prasad alias Chinni Vijay (22) surrendered before the East Godavari district Superintendent of Police B. Srinivasulu.
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March - 24 
On March 24, four civilians, including a child, were injured as Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres opened fire on a group of villagers on a night patrol at Tehatta village in the Murshidabad district, reports Indian Express. The vill
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On March 24, four civilians, including a child, were injured as Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres opened fire on a group of villagers on a night patrol at Tehatta village in the Murshidabad district, reports Indian Express. The villagers then chased the Maoists and caught one of them. The captured Maoist Swapan Sutradhar is wanted by police in connection with at least five criminal cases, including murder. Later, two more Maoists involved in the incident were arrested.
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March - 24 March - 27
On March 24, the Black Widow (BW) declared a unilateral cease-fire for a period of three months, according to Assam Tribune. Meanwhile, the ‘chairman’ of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), Dilip Nunisa, on March 27 met Assam Governor Lt.Gen. (Retd) Ajai Si
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On March 24, the Black Widow (BW) declared a unilateral cease-fire for a period of three months, according to Assam Tribune. Meanwhile, the ‘chairman’ of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), Dilip Nunisa, on March 27 met Assam Governor Lt.Gen. (Retd) Ajai Singh and requested him to take steps to expedite the peace talks between the Government of India and the outfit.
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March - 24 March - 26
The People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) claimed responsibility for the March 24 killing of three persons including two girls in the Thoubal district. On March 26, the PREPAK, stated, "Two girls - I. Nirmala (17) and Th Promila (16) -
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The People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) claimed responsibility for the March 24 killing of three persons including two girls in the Thoubal district. On March 26, the PREPAK, stated, "Two girls - I. Nirmala (17) and Th Promila (16) - and a youth identified as Th. Romesh (21) were killed at Heirok village while the victims were celebrating 'Thabal Chongba' dance festival in connection with Holi on Monday night."
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March - 24 
The Police said that two collaborators belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) surrendered and deposited 14 notice pads and several documents of the faction.
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The Police said that two collaborators belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) surrendered and deposited 14 notice pads and several documents of the faction.
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March - 24 
Three girls were killed when unidentified militants opened fire at a group of youngsters participating in a dance festival at Heirok village in the Thoubal district on March 24-night, reports Times of India. While two girls, identified as Laishram Ni
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Three girls were killed when unidentified militants opened fire at a group of youngsters participating in a dance festival at Heirok village in the Thoubal district on March 24-night, reports Times of India. While two girls, identified as Laishram Nirmala and Thokchom Promila, died at the incident site, one Th. Romesh later succumbed to her injuries at a hospital. Three persons were wounded in the attack.
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March - 24 
Three persons, including two railway employees Keshab Malakar and Masab Palai, were killed and two others wounded when the Black Widow (BW) militants attacked Harangajao railway station in the North Cachar Hills district on March 24-night, , accordin
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Three persons, including two railway employees Keshab Malakar and Masab Palai, were killed and two others wounded when the Black Widow (BW) militants attacked Harangajao railway station in the North Cachar Hills district on March 24-night, , according to Telegraph. Militants hurled two grenades and emptied at least 90 shells of AK-47 and INSAS rifle ammunition during the attack.
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March - 24 
Two BNCT militants surrendered at Kanchanpur in the North Tripura district bordering Mizoram. They deposited 36 hand-grenades and some ammunition.
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Two BNCT militants surrendered at Kanchanpur in the North Tripura district bordering Mizoram. They deposited 36 hand-grenades and some ammunition.
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March - 24 March - 25
Elsewhere in FATA, militants accused an Afghan citizen of spying for the US, and shot him dead late on March 24 in the Ahmed Khel area of North Waziristan. Abdullah Jan, a resident of the Afghan province of Paktia, was shot in the head on the Miransh
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Elsewhere in FATA, militants accused an Afghan citizen of spying for the US, and shot him dead late on March 24 in the Ahmed Khel area of North Waziristan. Abdullah Jan, a resident of the Afghan province of Paktia, was shot in the head on the Miranshah-Dattakhel road. Locals found the body on March 25 with a note which stated that "all US agents will meet the same fate". Residents said the man had been abducted last week from Miranshah bazaar.
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March - 24 
In the same area, militants fired rockets and mortars at the Chargo check-post in Salarzai late on March 24-night. However, no one was hurt, the area’s political administration said. Security forces launched a retaliatory action in the direction of t
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In the same area, militants fired rockets and mortars at the Chargo check-post in Salarzai late on March 24-night. However, no one was hurt, the area’s political administration said. Security forces launched a retaliatory action in the direction of the attack, it said. No one claimed responsibility for the attack.
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March - 24 
The National Assembly on March 24 elected Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Vice Chairman Yousaf Raza Gillani as the country’s new prime minister, with the highest number of votes in Pakistan’s parliamentary history, Daily Times reported. Gillani won wit
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The National Assembly on March 24 elected Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Vice Chairman Yousaf Raza Gillani as the country’s new prime minister, with the highest number of votes in Pakistan’s parliamentary history, Daily Times reported. Gillani won with a majority of 264 votes in the 342-seat Lower House, compared to his competitor, the PML-Q’s Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi, securing only 42 votes. Three Members of the National Assembly - Maulana Asmatullah of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Ideological, Faqir Jadem Mangrio and Ghulam Dastgir Rajar of the PML-Functional - chose to abstain from the voting process. Gillani will be administered oath by President Pervez Musharraf on March 25 (today), AFP reported.
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March - 24 
Unidentified people blew up a bulldozer and a vehicle of the security forces with explosives in Quetta, capital of Balochistan, on March 24, The Post reported. However, no loss of life has been reported.
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Unidentified people blew up a bulldozer and a vehicle of the security forces with explosives in Quetta, capital of Balochistan, on March 24, The Post reported. However, no loss of life has been reported.
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March - 24 
Cadres of the Young Communist League (YCL) attacked the former Deputy Prime Minister and Communist Party of Nepal – United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leader K.P. Sharma Oli in Bhadrapur in the Jhapa district on March 24, reports The Himalayan Times.
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Cadres of the Young Communist League (YCL) attacked the former Deputy Prime Minister and Communist Party of Nepal – United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leader K.P. Sharma Oli in Bhadrapur in the Jhapa district on March 24, reports The Himalayan Times. YCL cadres hurled stones at Oli’s vehicle, smashing its windowpanes, district Superintendent of Police Rajendra Shrestha said, adding that police inspector Durga Thapa was also injured in the incident. Shards of glass also hit Oli, police said.
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March - 24 
CPN-Maoist cadres attacked a group of CPN-UML activists, including the party candidate for the Constituent Assembly (CA) elections at Kotre Village Development Committee (VDC) in Bajura district, while they were campaigning. CPN-UML candidate for the
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CPN-Maoist cadres attacked a group of CPN-UML activists, including the party candidate for the Constituent Assembly (CA) elections at Kotre Village Development Committee (VDC) in Bajura district, while they were campaigning. CPN-UML candidate for the CA polls under the proportional representation system, Basundhara Rokaya, and another person were injured in the attack.
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March - 24 
Kantipuronline reports that more than a dozen people were injured when activists of the Madheshi People’s Rights Forum (MPRF) and the Rajendra Mahato-led Nepal Sadbhawana Party (NSP) clashed at Kusaha in the Sunsari district. NSP activists clashed wi
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Kantipuronline reports that more than a dozen people were injured when activists of the Madheshi People’s Rights Forum (MPRF) and the Rajendra Mahato-led Nepal Sadbhawana Party (NSP) clashed at Kusaha in the Sunsari district. NSP activists clashed with the activists of MPRF candidate Bijay Kumar Gachhadhar after the latter tried to replace the NSP’s flags placed at the residence of NSP village unit chairman Mahendra Mandal with their party’s campaign materials.
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March - 24 
Maoist chairman Prachanda has said there would be a big revolt if efforts are made to disturb the CA election, reports Nepal News. Addressing an election rally in the Jawalakhel area of Lalitpur district, Prachanda said that monarchists, domestic and
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Maoist chairman Prachanda has said there would be a big revolt if efforts are made to disturb the CA election, reports Nepal News. Addressing an election rally in the Jawalakhel area of Lalitpur district, Prachanda said that monarchists, domestic and foreign reactionaries were plotting to foil the election.
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March - 24 
Maoists ‘seized’ two trucks from Butwal’s Jogikuti suspecting that weapons were being imported from India by the Armed Police Force (APF), The Himalayan Times reported. CPN-Maoist central member Devendra Paudel and CPN-Maoist Member of Parliament Bam
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Maoists ‘seized’ two trucks from Butwal’s Jogikuti suspecting that weapons were being imported from India by the Armed Police Force (APF), The Himalayan Times reported. CPN-Maoist central member Devendra Paudel and CPN-Maoist Member of Parliament Bam Dev Chhetri led the team that seized the two trucks. Central member of the YCL and Awadh Rajya Samiti coordinator Tek Bahadur Gharti said the trucks were stopped on the basis of information that they got from Nepal Army sources and his party’s central sources two days ago. He also claimed that 38 more trucks loaded with weapons had already entered Nepal.
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March - 24 
Police arrested three People’s Liberation Army cadres at Ghargharye in the Rolpa district and seized an AK-47 and INSAS rifle from them. Deputy Superintendent of Police Basant Kumar Lama said the three were supposed to stay under the watch of UNMIN a
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Police arrested three People’s Liberation Army cadres at Ghargharye in the Rolpa district and seized an AK-47 and INSAS rifle from them. Deputy Superintendent of Police Basant Kumar Lama said the three were supposed to stay under the watch of UNMIN at the sub-camp of the PLA fifth division’s Jwar memorial brigade in Rolpa.
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March - 24 
The Jhapa district coordinator of the YCL, Hikmat, said YCL cadres attacked Oli after his vehicle hit YCL cadres, who were taking out a motorcycle rally. CPN-Maoist cadres Bhumika and Ganga Prasain were hurt in the incident, central member of the YCL
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The Jhapa district coordinator of the YCL, Hikmat, said YCL cadres attacked Oli after his vehicle hit YCL cadres, who were taking out a motorcycle rally. CPN-Maoist cadres Bhumika and Ganga Prasain were hurt in the incident, central member of the YCL Agni said.
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March - 24 
The Jogikuti-based APF personnel said the trucks were loaded with equipment meant for the elections.
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The Jogikuti-based APF personnel said the trucks were loaded with equipment meant for the elections.
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March - 24 
The YCL cadres disrupted an election meeting of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal (RPP-Nepal) when its president Kamal Thapa was addressing the meet at Chipledhunga in Pokhara. The YCL cadres hurled stones and water bottles at the podium and manha
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The YCL cadres disrupted an election meeting of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal (RPP-Nepal) when its president Kamal Thapa was addressing the meet at Chipledhunga in Pokhara. The YCL cadres hurled stones and water bottles at the podium and manhandled Thapa. Five YCL cadres and two RPP-Nepal cadres were injured in the clash
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March - 24 
The Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT), led by former Prime Minister Jigmi Y. Thinley, won the National Assembly elections on March 24 winning 44 of the 47 seats, reports Kuenselonline. The DPT won all the seats in the eastern, central and southern constitu
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The Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT), led by former Prime Minister Jigmi Y. Thinley, won the National Assembly elections on March 24 winning 44 of the 47 seats, reports Kuenselonline. The DPT won all the seats in the eastern, central and southern constituencies. The People’s Democratic Party’s (PDP) won in Gasa, Chukha and Haa. The PDP president, Sangay Ngedup, lost in his constituency, Kabji-Talo under Punakha, to DPT’s Tshering Penjore. According to the Election Commission of Bhutan, the voter turnout was close to 80 percent.
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March - 24 
According to the Defence Ministry, over 2500 LTTE militants have been killed by the military since January 1, 2008, reported The Hindu. More than 7200 militants have been killed since December 2005.
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According to the Defence Ministry, over 2500 LTTE militants have been killed by the military since January 1, 2008, reported The Hindu. More than 7200 militants have been killed since December 2005.
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March - 24 
An LTTE van laden with explosives was seized by the Special Task Force (STF) personnel from the Kanchkudichchiaru area of Ampara district. Police also recovered one claymore mine, 10-meter long flexible wire role, one hand grenade, four APMs and one
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An LTTE van laden with explosives was seized by the Special Task Force (STF) personnel from the Kanchkudichchiaru area of Ampara district. Police also recovered one claymore mine, 10-meter long flexible wire role, one hand grenade, four APMs and one T-56 magazine along with 30 rounds of ammunition from the Valaichchenai town of Batticaloa district.
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March - 24 
At Navathkulama in the Vavuniya district, the troops shot dead one LTTE militant.
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At Navathkulama in the Vavuniya district, the troops shot dead one LTTE militant.
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March - 24 
Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara informed that more than 501 LTTE militants have been killed in the last 20 days and that an unknown number of militants and 223 soldiers have been injured in clashes from March 5 to March 24. 50 soldiers died during this p
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Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara informed that more than 501 LTTE militants have been killed in the last 20 days and that an unknown number of militants and 223 soldiers have been injured in clashes from March 5 to March 24. 50 soldiers died during this period. Nanayakkara also said military operations were continuing in the Mannar, Vavuniya and Jaffna district's Muhamalai area. "The Security Forces have been successful in capturing 31 square kilometres of territory south of the A14 road in Mannar," he added. He said so far this year some 115 bodies of militants have been handed over with 11 more bodies to be delivered to the International Committee of the Red Cross.
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March - 24 
During an encounter in the Malikaittidal area, the troops killed one LTTE cadre.
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During an encounter in the Malikaittidal area, the troops killed one LTTE cadre.
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March - 24 
On March 24, the troops killed seven Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the area south of Madhu in the Mannar district.
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On March 24, the troops killed seven Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the area south of Madhu in the Mannar district.
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March - 24 
Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake stated that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) maintains links with international terrorist groups such as the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) and certain affiliates of al Qaeda, reports Times of India.
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Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake stated that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) maintains links with international terrorist groups such as the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) and certain affiliates of al Qaeda, reports Times of India. "According to some experts on terrorism, they maintain contacts with other terror groups such as PKK, Taliban, Islamic groups in the Philippines and even some affiliates of Al Qaeda," he said. He also said that certain reports mentioned about Tamil youths receiving training in Palestinian camps in Syria and Lebanon. "The black Tigers are responsible for suicide operations and have perfected suicide bombings and assassinations. It is generally believed that they learnt it from some Palestinian groups," Wickremanayake told a gathering in Jerusalem in Israel.
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March - 24 
The Colombo High Court Judge, Kumuduni Wickremesinghe, on March 24 issued notice on the LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran, Intelligence Wing leader Pottu Amman, Charles Master and Komadee Manimekala in connection with the assassination (August 12, 20
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The Colombo High Court Judge, Kumuduni Wickremesinghe, on March 24 issued notice on the LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran, Intelligence Wing leader Pottu Amman, Charles Master and Komadee Manimekala in connection with the assassination (August 12, 2005) of former Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar, Daily News reports.
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March - 24 
The Elections Department said that all measures had been finalised to receive nominations for the Eastern Province election from March 27. The deadline for filing nominations is April 3. All major political parties are expected to join the fray in a
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The Elections Department said that all measures had been finalised to receive nominations for the Eastern Province election from March 27. The deadline for filing nominations is April 3. All major political parties are expected to join the fray in a contest where 37 members which includes two bonus seats, would be chosen out of a total of 44 from three districts, namely Batticaloa (11), Trincomalee (10) and Ampara (14) for the Provincial Council of the de-merged East.
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March - 24 
The Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) has urged Sri Lankan leaders to disarm all militant groups before the eastern provincial council elections, reports BBC. In a letter to President Mahinda Rajapakse, TULF leader Veerasingham Anandasangaree says
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The Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) has urged Sri Lankan leaders to disarm all militant groups before the eastern provincial council elections, reports BBC. In a letter to President Mahinda Rajapakse, TULF leader Veerasingham Anandasangaree says the existence of armed groups in the east is an obstacle to free and fair elections.
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March - 24 
The troops attacked an LTTE bunker in the area south of A-9 road in the Muhamalai region of Jaffna district and killed one militant who was trying to infiltrate.
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The troops attacked an LTTE bunker in the area south of A-9 road in the Muhamalai region of Jaffna district and killed one militant who was trying to infiltrate.
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March - 24 
The troops foiled an attempt by the LTTE to infiltrate the security force’s FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district after overrunning six of the outfit’s bunkers. The troops also recovered 82 APMs, one pouch, two hand gren
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The troops foiled an attempt by the LTTE to infiltrate the security force’s FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district after overrunning six of the outfit’s bunkers. The troops also recovered 82 APMs, one pouch, two hand grenades and some note books from the incident site.
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March - 24 
The troops killed five militants in the Periyakulam area of Mannar district.
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The troops killed five militants in the Periyakulam area of Mannar district.
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March - 24 
The troops neutralised four LTTE gun positions and killed one militant in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district on March 24.
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The troops neutralised four LTTE gun positions and killed one militant in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district on March 24.
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March - 24 
The troops on search and clear operations in the Sirukulam and Nedunkandal areas of Mannar district recovered one decomposed dead body of an LTTE militant along with one cyanide capsule, one dog tag, one booby trap, four anti-personnel mines (APMs) a
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The troops on search and clear operations in the Sirukulam and Nedunkandal areas of Mannar district recovered one decomposed dead body of an LTTE militant along with one cyanide capsule, one dog tag, one booby trap, four anti-personnel mines (APMs) and two 60-mm mortar traps.
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March - 24 
The Vavuniya police foiled an LTTE attempt to abduct the area manager of a leading local insurance company for ransom on March 24, reported SLA. The victim, Sugath Prasanna, was on his way to attend a function in Thirunaikulam when he was abducted by
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The Vavuniya police foiled an LTTE attempt to abduct the area manager of a leading local insurance company for ransom on March 24, reported SLA. The victim, Sugath Prasanna, was on his way to attend a function in Thirunaikulam when he was abducted by LTTE ‘pistol gang’ militants. Police later arrested four militants from Niddur in the Pampaimadu area and also seized two motorbikes, one hand grenade, one pistol and one magazine with seven rounds of ammunition from the possession of the militants, one of whom unsuccessfully tried to commit suicide swallowing the cyanide capsule.
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March - 24 
Three LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district on March 24. Four soldiers were injured in the incident.
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Three LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district on March 24. Four soldiers were injured in the incident.
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March - 24 
Three soldiers sustained injuries due to APM explosions in the Ramanathankulam, Koilmoddai and Karampaikkulam areas. Another soldier was wounded when a booby trap exploded in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district.
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Three soldiers sustained injuries due to APM explosions in the Ramanathankulam, Koilmoddai and Karampaikkulam areas. Another soldier was wounded when a booby trap exploded in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district.
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March - 25 
According to Assam Tribune, one time device was recovered at Mangaldai-Khoirabari public bus stand on March 25-evening. According to police sources, the bomb was kept in a bag containing vegetables when it was recovered from the isolated passenger-wa
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According to Assam Tribune, one time device was recovered at Mangaldai-Khoirabari public bus stand on March 25-evening. According to police sources, the bomb was kept in a bag containing vegetables when it was recovered from the isolated passenger-waiting shed.
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March - 25 
According to Daily Excelsior, Bahar Din alias Zulfa, an ‘area commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, was shot dead by the security forces (SFs) in an encounter at village Moori in the Mahore area of Reasi district on March 25. One AK-47 ri
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According to Daily Excelsior, Bahar Din alias Zulfa, an ‘area commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, was shot dead by the security forces (SFs) in an encounter at village Moori in the Mahore area of Reasi district on March 25. One AK-47 rifle, two magazines, one grenade and some documents were recovered from the incident site. He was operating in the Gool-Gulabgarh-Mahore belt for more than a decade.
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March - 25 
According to Shillong Times, Devender Prajapati, manager of a business enterprise at Rojgjeng market in the East Garo Hills district, who was earlier abducted by the Liberation of Achik Elite Force (LAEF) militants, was released on March 25. The mili
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According to Shillong Times, Devender Prajapati, manager of a business enterprise at Rojgjeng market in the East Garo Hills district, who was earlier abducted by the Liberation of Achik Elite Force (LAEF) militants, was released on March 25. The militants abducted Devender as they could not find the owner of the establishment and left a demand note of INR 10 million.
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March - 25 
Cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) triggered a bomb blast at the Gumada Railway station in the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh on March 25-night, The Hindu reports. A group of seven Maoists, including three women, plan
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Cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) triggered a bomb blast at the Gumada Railway station in the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh on March 25-night, The Hindu reports. A group of seven Maoists, including three women, planted gelatin sticks at the station after forcing the railway staff on night duty to come out from the station. The signal system was badly damaged due to the blast and traffic between Vizianagaram and Orissa was disrupted following the explosion.
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March - 25 
Elsewhere in the State, a militant of the Al Badr Mujahideen outfit, identified as Ahmed Ganai, was arrested in the Budgam district along with two hand grenades.
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Elsewhere in the State, a militant of the Al Badr Mujahideen outfit, identified as Ahmed Ganai, was arrested in the Budgam district along with two hand grenades.
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March - 25 
Extremists of the Jharkhand Prastuti Committee (JPC), a breakaway group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), who had called a State-wide bandh (general strike) against alleged police atrocities, set ablaze seven trucks at Demotand and
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Extremists of the Jharkhand Prastuti Committee (JPC), a breakaway group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), who had called a State-wide bandh (general strike) against alleged police atrocities, set ablaze seven trucks at Demotand and Bendi in the Hazaribagh district. They also opened fire at several buses and trucks near Demotand on the National Highway-33.
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March - 25 
HM cadre, identified as Iqbal Chechi, surrendered before the SFs at Ganderbal. He also deposited one AK rifle, three AK magazines and 80 rounds of ammunition.
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HM cadre, identified as Iqbal Chechi, surrendered before the SFs at Ganderbal. He also deposited one AK rifle, three AK magazines and 80 rounds of ammunition.
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March - 25 
On March 25, a group of eight unidentified gunmen shot dead Roland Sangtam, an engineer employed in a government-run cement plant in the Phek district, according to Telegraph.
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On March 25, a group of eight unidentified gunmen shot dead Roland Sangtam, an engineer employed in a government-run cement plant in the Phek district, according to Telegraph.
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March - 25 
On March 25, one National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militant was lynched while another escaped near the Manas National Park in the Chirang district. The two militants had reportedly gone to Bansbari on Barpeta Road to extort money from cont
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On March 25, one National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militant was lynched while another escaped near the Manas National Park in the Chirang district. The two militants had reportedly gone to Bansbari on Barpeta Road to extort money from contractors of a Public Works Department road. As they opened fire in the air, local people captured them and beat them up.
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March - 25 
One person was wounded in a bomb blast triggered by suspected militants at Bungzol village in the Chandel district bordering Myanmar.
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One person was wounded in a bomb blast triggered by suspected militants at Bungzol village in the Chandel district bordering Myanmar.
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March - 25 
One programmable time device (PTD) was recovered from a bag of vegetables at the passenger waiting shed at Tengabari bus stand in Mangaldai town on March 25-evening. Later, the bomb was defused.
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One programmable time device (PTD) was recovered from a bag of vegetables at the passenger waiting shed at Tengabari bus stand in Mangaldai town on March 25-evening. Later, the bomb was defused.
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March - 25 
One, Subhrajit Sonowal, was arrested while he along with two of his accomplices were trying to extort, in the name of the ULFA, from one Bhola Lahon, a school teacher, at Bekadolong under Sonari police station on March 25-night. Two others, however,
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One, Subhrajit Sonowal, was arrested while he along with two of his accomplices were trying to extort, in the name of the ULFA, from one Bhola Lahon, a school teacher, at Bekadolong under Sonari police station on March 25-night. Two others, however, managed to escape. One motor bike was recovered from him.
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March - 25 
SFs killed a militant immediately after he infiltrated into the Indian side from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) in the Keran sector. One AK rifle and other arms and ammunition were recovered from the slain militant.
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SFs killed a militant immediately after he infiltrated into the Indian side from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) in the Keran sector. One AK rifle and other arms and ammunition were recovered from the slain militant.
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March - 25 
The Baksa District Superintendent of Police P. Baruah said militants shot dead two youths, Jiten Boro and Gala Boro, at Silakuti Part I and Goybari villages on March 25-night, according to Telegraph. "The spate of killings is the result of friction b
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The Baksa District Superintendent of Police P. Baruah said militants shot dead two youths, Jiten Boro and Gala Boro, at Silakuti Part I and Goybari villages on March 25-night, according to Telegraph. "The spate of killings is the result of friction between the NDFB and ex-BLT members. Most of those killed so far are family members, relatives or supporters of either group. This is a meaningless rivalry," he mentioned. The report added that with killing of these two persons the death toll due to clash between National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants and Bodo People’s Front party members increased to 19 in less than a month.
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March - 25 
The NSCN-U alleged that four persons were abducted by the NSCN-IM on March 25 in Dimapur and one of them was tortured resulting in his death.
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The NSCN-U alleged that four persons were abducted by the NSCN-IM on March 25 in Dimapur and one of them was tortured resulting in his death.
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March - 25 
A civilian, identified as Abdul Ghani, died in a landmine blast in the Salarzai administrative division of Bajaur Agency in the FATA on March 25, according to Daily Times.
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A civilian, identified as Abdul Ghani, died in a landmine blast in the Salarzai administrative division of Bajaur Agency in the FATA on March 25, according to Daily Times.
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March - 25 
According to Dawn, the Mianwali district police claimed on March 25 of having arrested a suspected would-be suicide bomber, identified as Ahmad, near Dara Tang. A diary containing vital information, 20 CDs and material related to bomb were recovered
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According to Dawn, the Mianwali district police claimed on March 25 of having arrested a suspected would-be suicide bomber, identified as Ahmad, near Dara Tang. A diary containing vital information, 20 CDs and material related to bomb were recovered from his possession, the police added. The diary reportedly contained information about Taliban activity and addresses of Taliban militants and the CDs had footages of some successful operations conducted by the militants. Dara Tang check post is the entry point from the NWFP, some 80km from Mianwali city.
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March - 25 
Security forces in Swat arrested four suspected militants, including Muhammad Yusuf, a militant commander closely linked to the TNSM leader Maulana Fazlullah.
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Security forces in Swat arrested four suspected militants, including Muhammad Yusuf, a militant commander closely linked to the TNSM leader Maulana Fazlullah.
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March - 25 
Traffic between Matta and Khawaz Khela was disrupted after unidentified men blew up a bridge that linked the two towns of Swat district late on March 25, Daily Times reported. The blast damaged a portion of Gaman Bridge, situated near a security chec
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Traffic between Matta and Khawaz Khela was disrupted after unidentified men blew up a bridge that linked the two towns of Swat district late on March 25, Daily Times reported. The blast damaged a portion of Gaman Bridge, situated near a security check-post.
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March - 25 
Unidentified gunmen killed three people, including a woman, in the Matta sub-division of Swat district in the NWFP on March 25, Daily Times reported. Police stated that locals had found two unidentified bodies on a road in Chauta Kalam. In another in
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Unidentified gunmen killed three people, including a woman, in the Matta sub-division of Swat district in the NWFP on March 25, Daily Times reported. Police stated that locals had found two unidentified bodies on a road in Chauta Kalam. In another incident, unidentified assailants killed Habibullah and his wife and injured his second wife when they were standing outside their house.
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March - 25 
17 Maoists and eight policemen were injured after Maoists clashed with police in Rupandehi. The Maoists were protesting against the alleged import of arms by APF from India. Earlier, the police on March 25 freed two trucks which the Maoists had ‘seiz
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17 Maoists and eight policemen were injured after Maoists clashed with police in Rupandehi. The Maoists were protesting against the alleged import of arms by APF from India. Earlier, the police on March 25 freed two trucks which the Maoists had ‘seized’ on March 24-night from Butwal’s Jogikuti suspecting that weapons were being imported from India by the APF. The clash occurred when police escorted the trucks to Bardhghat-based Bindhyabaisni battalion of the APF. The Maoists also called a bandh (strike) in Rupandehi, Kapilvastu and Nawalparasi till 5pm to protest the "import of weapons". The Maoists also vandalised and torched six police beats in Butwal, torched a jeep and vandalised three vehicles.
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March - 25 
An unidentified armed gang of five persons on March 25 shot dead an ‘area commander’ of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J), Sekh Nasir of Gamhariya Parsa Village Development Committee, The Himalayan Times reported.
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An unidentified armed gang of five persons on March 25 shot dead an ‘area commander’ of the Jwala Singh faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-J), Sekh Nasir of Gamhariya Parsa Village Development Committee, The Himalayan Times reported. Armed Police Force (APF) Superintendent of Police Ram Krishna Lama claimed that Nasir might have been killed by his own friends.
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March - 25 
Bhutanese refugees began arriving in the United States (US) on March 25, the first of what the United Nations (UN) described as one of the world's largest resettlement efforts. The first group, arriving throughout the week, includes 121 refugees. The
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Bhutanese refugees began arriving in the United States (US) on March 25, the first of what the United Nations (UN) described as one of the world's largest resettlement efforts. The first group, arriving throughout the week, includes 121 refugees. The US has offered to resettle 60,000 of the estimated 107,000 Bhutanese refugees of Nepalese origin now living in seven UN camps in south-eastern Nepal -- their home for the past 17 years. Six other nations -- Australia, Canada, Norway, Netherlands, New Zealand and Denmark -- have offered to resettle 10,000 each. So far, however, only about 25,000 of the refugees have registered for resettlement, according to the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, and not many more than 10,000 are expected to leave Nepal by the end of 2008.
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March - 25 
In the last three months, there have been around 170 incidents of election-related violence across the country, said Democracy and Election Alliance, an organisation working on election observation issues, Nepal News reports. According to its report,
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In the last three months, there have been around 170 incidents of election-related violence across the country, said Democracy and Election Alliance, an organisation working on election observation issues, Nepal News reports. According to its report, 20 persons were killed, 623 injured and 24 abducted. The report points that majority of these incidents were carried out by armed outfits operating in the Terai. That apart, Maoists, Madhesi Janadhikar Forum and other parties were also involved in some of those incidents.
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March - 25 
The JTMM-J district secretary Kisan Singh stated that his party was not involved in Nasir’s murder and that a group of dacoits might have killed him and added that the group also looted a .303 rifle, a shot-gun and ammunition
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The JTMM-J district secretary Kisan Singh stated that his party was not involved in Nasir’s murder and that a group of dacoits might have killed him and added that the group also looted a .303 rifle, a shot-gun and ammunition
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March - 25 
A cluster of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam Tiger (LTTE) boats launched form the Nayaru area in Mullaitivu district proceeding towards Pulmude was intercepted and attacked by naval craft on March 25-morning, according to Sri Lanka Army (SLA) report
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A cluster of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam Tiger (LTTE) boats launched form the Nayaru area in Mullaitivu district proceeding towards Pulmude was intercepted and attacked by naval craft on March 25-morning, according to Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reports. The LTTE boats thereafter retreated under heavy gunfire towards Nayaru. The intercepted communication among senior LTTE militants revealed that one boat was heavily damaged and was towed to the Nayaru lagoon. Meanwhile, the 11 sailors, who went missing when a locally–built fast attack craft of the Sri Lanka Navy was caught in a LTTE-triggered sea mine explosion in the Nayaru Sea on March 22, have died. As reported earlier, while six of the sailors aboard the craft had been rescued, others went missing following the explosion. Nayaru, an active LTTE hideout for Sea Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) movement, has been used by the militants in the last several years to direct attacks against the security forces.
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March - 25 
A day earlier, troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the area north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district and killed two militants. Two other militants were injured in the incident. Elsewhere, the troops killed two LTTE militants who were t
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A day earlier, troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the area north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district and killed two militants. Two other militants were injured in the incident. Elsewhere, the troops killed two LTTE militants who were trying to infiltrate into the troop held areas in the west of Kiriibbanwewa. Separately, the SFs recovered the dead bodies of two LTTE militants along with one T-56 assault rifle, one T-81 assault rifle, one I-com radio set, four hand grenades, four Arul bombs from the Kattikulam area.
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March - 25 
Colombo Page reports that Muslim civilians who survived mass ethnic cleansing campaigns by the LTTE during 1990s and who are living in refugee camps in the Puttalam district at present plan to form a political party. Sources said that this measure is
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Colombo Page reports that Muslim civilians who survived mass ethnic cleansing campaigns by the LTTE during 1990s and who are living in refugee camps in the Puttalam district at present plan to form a political party. Sources said that this measure is intended to find a solution to the problems faced by the large number of Muslims living in the refugee camps or with their relatives for the past 18 years.
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March - 25 
Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the security forces (SFs) during an encounter in the Adampan area of Mannar district on March 25, Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reports. The SFs also recovered three T-56 assault rifles, on
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Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the security forces (SFs) during an encounter in the Adampan area of Mannar district on March 25, Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reports. The SFs also recovered three T-56 assault rifles, one 40-mm, Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) weapon, four claymore mines, five hand grenades, three I-com radio sets, one RPG charges and two helmets from the incident site.
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March - 25 
On March 25, the Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets neutralised an LTTE arsenal and equipment storage in the Udayankattu area, west of Mullaitivu.
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On March 25, the Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets neutralised an LTTE arsenal and equipment storage in the Udayankattu area, west of Mullaitivu.
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March - 25 
Police arrested five LTTE suspects along with four kilograms of C-4 explosives, 10 electric detonators and four time devices from a house in the Aluth Mawatha area in Colombo district on March 25, according to Daily News.
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Police arrested five LTTE suspects along with four kilograms of C-4 explosives, 10 electric detonators and four time devices from a house in the Aluth Mawatha area in Colombo district on March 25, according to Daily News.
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March - 25 
Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake told a gathering in Jerusalem in Israel on March 25 that "India will never allow a separate independent state for Tamils in Sri Lanka because such a development will have a disastrous effect in India," The Hind
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Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake told a gathering in Jerusalem in Israel on March 25 that "India will never allow a separate independent state for Tamils in Sri Lanka because such a development will have a disastrous effect in India," The Hindu reported. "India has always been committed to Sri Lanka’s territorial integrity," he added and claimed that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader Velupillai Prabhakaran wanted to create a Tamil state by "including certain parts of India as well."
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March - 25 
The Sri Lanka Government said that all internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Eastern Province will be resettled before the coming provincial council election. There are over 6000 IDPs still sheltered in welfare camps in the Eravur, Pattu and Kir
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The Sri Lanka Government said that all internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Eastern Province will be resettled before the coming provincial council election. There are over 6000 IDPs still sheltered in welfare camps in the Eravur, Pattu and Kiran areas. Resettlement of IDPs from the Trincomalee district started on March 25. Some 464 people belonging to 132 families from the Pallikudiruppu and Muttur area have been resettled.
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March - 25 
The troops extended their FDL (Forward Defence Line), north of Kiriibbanwewa by about 500-meters forcing LTTE militants operating in the area to further northward. At least five militants were injured in the incident. Further, troops attacked LTTE po
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The troops extended their FDL (Forward Defence Line), north of Kiriibbanwewa by about 500-meters forcing LTTE militants operating in the area to further northward. At least five militants were injured in the incident. Further, troops attacked LTTE positions on A-9 road in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district and destroyed at least five bunkers.
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March - 25 
The United National Party (UNP) has decided to contest the Eastern Provincial (EP) elections, UNP Secretary General Tissa Attanayake said. The Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) has also decided to independently contest the polls, SLMC General Secretar
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The United National Party (UNP) has decided to contest the Eastern Provincial (EP) elections, UNP Secretary General Tissa Attanayake said. The Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) has also decided to independently contest the polls, SLMC General Secretary Hussan Ali said.
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March - 25 
There are IDPs from five more villages in the Muttur area still living in welfare camps in the Batticaloa district, sources said.
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There are IDPs from five more villages in the Muttur area still living in welfare camps in the Batticaloa district, sources said.
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March - 25 
Three soldiers were injured in an LTTE-triggered anti-personnel mine explosion in the Ramanathankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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Three soldiers were injured in an LTTE-triggered anti-personnel mine explosion in the Ramanathankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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March - 26 
A business man, Raju Jain, was shot dead and his son Narendra Jain sustained injuries when suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants opened fire on them at Mohkhuti under Nimuguri police station in the Sibasagar district on March 26,
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A business man, Raju Jain, was shot dead and his son Narendra Jain sustained injuries when suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants opened fire on them at Mohkhuti under Nimuguri police station in the Sibasagar district on March 26, reports Sentinel.
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March - 26 
A joint team of Assam Police and the Army arrested a ULFA cadre, Pramulya Boruah, from Neo Deoghariya village under Tengakhat police station in the Dibrugarh district on March 26. The arrested cadre reportedly was an improvised explosive device (IED)
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A joint team of Assam Police and the Army arrested a ULFA cadre, Pramulya Boruah, from Neo Deoghariya village under Tengakhat police station in the Dibrugarh district on March 26. The arrested cadre reportedly was an improvised explosive device (IED) expert of the outfit.
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March - 26 March - 27
Meghalaya Police shot dead two Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) militants, Vicky Majaw and Leader, during an encounter at Umkiang in the Jaintia Hills district on March 27, reports Shillong Times. Three National Liberation Front of Trip
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Meghalaya Police shot dead two Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) militants, Vicky Majaw and Leader, during an encounter at Umkiang in the Jaintia Hills district on March 27, reports Shillong Times. Three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants who along with HNLC militants were opening fire on police personnel managed to escape from the encounter site. Four SBBL shot guns, two AK-56 assault rifles and 33 rounds of live ammunition, a country-made .22 revolver, two Chinese-made hand grenades and two sets of Japanese-made wireless handsets, three torches, a mobile handset and two authorisation letters for extortion were recovered from the encounter site. According to police sources, the HNLC and NLFT ran a joint camp at Wahlymbong for about two months to extort money from coal traders and businessmen of Jaintia Hills. The encounter took place when police personnel raided a militant hideout in Umkiang area following the arrest of 6 HNLC militants, including an 'area commander’ Syrpailin Mawlong alias Bhalang, and a courier Riskin Phawa, during a search operation in Malidor area and Umkiang village on March 26. Four others were identified as Emanuel Umthlu alias Shwa, L. Marngar alias Willinder Marngar, Aibor Sawian and Chedrak Wanniang.
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March - 26 
National Security Advisor (NSA) M. K. Narayanan, delivering the 25th Air Chief Marshal P. C. Lal Memorial Lecture on March 26, said that the Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), continues to help terrorist ou
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National Security Advisor (NSA) M. K. Narayanan, delivering the 25th Air Chief Marshal P. C. Lal Memorial Lecture on March 26, said that the Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), continues to help terrorist outfits like the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) to launch attacks against India, reports Times of India. "We have seen no change in ISI's attitude to mentor terror groups like Lashkar and Jaish... attacks on India from Pakistan's soil are likely to continue", he said. Admitting that intelligence and security agencies sometimes failed to thwart terrorist attacks like was seen in the Mumbai, Hyderabad and Delhi blasts, Narayanan said, "We have a zero-tolerance towards terrorism." "We have averted several terrorist attacks in the last few years...Since 2004, more than 1,000 terrorist modules have been neutralized", he added. Similarly, the NSA underlined the need for a political consensus to deal with the other major internal security threat of "Left-wing extremism".
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March - 26 
On March 26, a day-long general strike called by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to protest against killings of 17 of their colleagues last week in southern Chhattisgarh affected normal life, reports IANS. The transport operators kep
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On March 26, a day-long general strike called by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to protest against killings of 17 of their colleagues last week in southern Chhattisgarh affected normal life, reports IANS. The transport operators kept passenger vehicles off the road. Shops and business establishment in the forested areas of Bastar remained closed and passenger buses did not ply on the National Highway 221 in Dantewada district and on National Highway 16 in Bijapur district.
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March - 26 
On March 26, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a leader of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) in the Pakhtaul village of Begusarai district, reports Bihar Times. The leader identified as Ram Pukar Mahto was a member
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On March 26, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a leader of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) in the Pakhtaul village of Begusarai district, reports Bihar Times. The leader identified as Ram Pukar Mahto was a member of the Begusarai district committee of the CPI-M.
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March - 26 
On March 26, four Naxalite (left-wing extremist) factions of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI-ML) Liberation, New Democracy, Janashakti and Provisional Central Committee, are collectively organising a law violation programme in Sili
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On March 26, four Naxalite (left-wing extremist) factions of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI-ML) Liberation, New Democracy, Janashakti and Provisional Central Committee, are collectively organising a law violation programme in Siliguri against the continuing price hike of essential commodities, especially food items on March 28, reports Statesman. Announcing the programme, CPI-ML (Liberation) leader Abhijit Majumder said, "We intend to court arrest to make a point."
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March - 26 
One Kuki National Army (KNA) cadre, Alal Kuki, was killed in a gun-battle with the National Socialist (NSCN-IM) militants at Chassad in the Ukhrul district on March 26-night, reports Telegraph.
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One Kuki National Army (KNA) cadre, Alal Kuki, was killed in a gun-battle with the National Socialist (NSCN-IM) militants at Chassad in the Ukhrul district on March 26-night, reports Telegraph.
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March - 26 March - 27
One person, identified as Lalminthang, was shot dead by suspected Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA) cadres at Sim Veng in New Lamka on March 27-night, for his alleged involvement in molestation of a girl at Gangpimuan cemetery under Churachandpur police
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One person, identified as Lalminthang, was shot dead by suspected Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA) cadres at Sim Veng in New Lamka on March 27-night, for his alleged involvement in molestation of a girl at Gangpimuan cemetery under Churachandpur police station on March 26-night, reports Sangai Express. Lalminthang’s mother, Nekothang reported to police that her son had been abducted by suspected ZRA cadres on March 27-afternoon.
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March - 26 
One police man was wounded when the Liberation of Achik Elite Force (LAEF) militants opened fire on police personnel who were shifting their position for vehicle checking to another place at Dagal in the East Garo Hills district on March 26-night. On
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One police man was wounded when the Liberation of Achik Elite Force (LAEF) militants opened fire on police personnel who were shifting their position for vehicle checking to another place at Dagal in the East Garo Hills district on March 26-night. One SBBL gun, one hand grenade and eight empty cases were recovered from the incident site.
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March - 26 
One United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Chanchal Dangoria, was arrested during a search operation at Matiakata area in the Tinsukia district on March 26, according to Press Trust of India. He was reportedly asked to survey probable sites
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One United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Chanchal Dangoria, was arrested during a search operation at Matiakata area in the Tinsukia district on March 26, according to Press Trust of India. He was reportedly asked to survey probable sites for planting improvised explosive devices in the upper Assam districts of Tinsukia and Dibrugarh.
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March - 26 
Security forces (SFs) killed a Pakistani militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Abu Musaaib, in an encounter in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district on March 26, Daily Excelsior reported. One AK-47 rifle was recovered from his posse
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Security forces (SFs) killed a Pakistani militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Abu Musaaib, in an encounter in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district on March 26, Daily Excelsior reported. One AK-47 rifle was recovered from his possession.
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March - 26 
Troops foiled an infiltration attempt by militants from the Roshni and Gun Hill posts in the Mankote sector of Poonch district. A search operation was going on in the area for the militants, official sources said.
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Troops foiled an infiltration attempt by militants from the Roshni and Gun Hill posts in the Mankote sector of Poonch district. A search operation was going on in the area for the militants, official sources said.
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March - 26 
Two civilians were arrested by the SFs soon after they crossed into Indian territory from Line of Control in the Digwar sector of Poonch district from Pakistan occupied Kashmir.
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Two civilians were arrested by the SFs soon after they crossed into Indian territory from Line of Control in the Digwar sector of Poonch district from Pakistan occupied Kashmir.
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March - 26 
Elsewhere in the province, militants attacked a security check-post in the Bajaur Agency on March 26, although no casualties were reported, residents and sources told Daily Times. The Sadiqabad Phatak check-post, around four kilometers from the agenc
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Elsewhere in the province, militants attacked a security check-post in the Bajaur Agency on March 26, although no casualties were reported, residents and sources told Daily Times. The Sadiqabad Phatak check-post, around four kilometers from the agency headquarters at Khar, was attacked with rocket launchers. Security forces retaliated against the attack, sources said.
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March - 26 
Seven people, including two women, were killed and two others sustained injuries when gunmen ambushed a Government ambulance in the Lower Kurram region of FATA on March 26, Dawn reported. The ambulance was going to Peshawar from Parachinar when it ca
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Seven people, including two women, were killed and two others sustained injuries when gunmen ambushed a Government ambulance in the Lower Kurram region of FATA on March 26, Dawn reported. The ambulance was going to Peshawar from Parachinar when it came under attack at the Chappari check-post. The victims belonged to the Turi tribe. Officials said the assailants had used rockets and heavy machine-guns, killing seven passengers on the spot. A student of the Cadet College Razmak, a lady health worker and two Levies personnel were among the dead.
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March - 26 
A CPN-Maoist cadre was killed when police opened fire during a scuffle between the members of Nepali Congress (NC)-affiliated Tarun Dal and the Maoists in the Solukhumbu district on March 26, Nepla News reports. A statement issued by the Information
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A CPN-Maoist cadre was killed when police opened fire during a scuffle between the members of Nepali Congress (NC)-affiliated Tarun Dal and the Maoists in the Solukhumbu district on March 26, Nepla News reports. A statement issued by the Information Bureau of the Maoists said that Ganga Bahadur Bhujel 'Gajendra', a member of the district secretariat, died on the spot in the police firing.
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March - 26 
In the Dolakha district, the Young Communist League (YCL) cadres attacked Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninists (CPN-UML) election campaigners at Chyama Village Development Committee (VDC). Reports said a dozen people, including UML’s el
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In the Dolakha district, the Young Communist League (YCL) cadres attacked Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninists (CPN-UML) election campaigners at Chyama Village Development Committee (VDC). Reports said a dozen people, including UML’s election candidate Pashupati Chauagain, were injured in the clash that started after the YCL attack. Maoist district in-charge Himal, however, claimed that UML cadres attacked the Maoists first.
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March - 26 
Prachanda has said that his party will not accept defeat in the forthcoming Constituent Assembly election if there is a conspiracy by regressive forces. Addressing an election rally in the Pathari area of Morang district on March 26, Prachanda claime
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Prachanda has said that his party will not accept defeat in the forthcoming Constituent Assembly election if there is a conspiracy by regressive forces. Addressing an election rally in the Pathari area of Morang district on March 26, Prachanda claimed that western Nepal was a base area of Maoists while there was huge wave in favour of his party in the eastern region, which he said would ensure victory for his party. "I had been saying that we will accept whatever decision made by the people of Nepal. Due to the commitment of the people to build a new Nepal, I have seen that we are already victorious. Now, if there is any conspiracy to defeat us, we will not accept such defeat," he said. "I have already become the first president of proletariat from the achievement of People’s War. This only remains to be formalized through the CA election," he further claimed.
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March - 26 
Reports from other districts of mid-western region said that the Maoist combatants cantoned at various cantonment sites have started deserting their camps to involve in the election publicity of the party. The Maoists are said to have been mobilising
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Reports from other districts of mid-western region said that the Maoist combatants cantoned at various cantonment sites have started deserting their camps to involve in the election publicity of the party. The Maoists are said to have been mobilising at least 50 combatants in each district for this purpose.
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March - 26 
The Himalayan Times reports that YCL cadres abducted six members of different political parties from Raikabhanjyang of Rukuwa VDC in the Nawalparasi district. According to the NC poll publicity campaign office in Constituency No. 2 of Nawalparasi, YC
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The Himalayan Times reports that YCL cadres abducted six members of different political parties from Raikabhanjyang of Rukuwa VDC in the Nawalparasi district. According to the NC poll publicity campaign office in Constituency No. 2 of Nawalparasi, YCL cadres abducted NC cadre Resham Lal Thapa; UML cadres Hom Nath Pandey, Khum Lal Phal, Rajan Parajuli; Tikaram Thapa and Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal (RPP-Nepal) cadre Dhan Bahadur BK.
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March - 26 
The YCL cadres have announced a ‘ban’ on the movement of rival parties in the Gumi VDC of Surkhet district, according to Nepal News. The YCL cadres have been patrolling in the area every evening, threatening locals of "dire consequence" if they did n
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The YCL cadres have announced a ‘ban’ on the movement of rival parties in the Gumi VDC of Surkhet district, according to Nepal News. The YCL cadres have been patrolling in the area every evening, threatening locals of "dire consequence" if they did not vote for the Maoists. Locals said that if Maoists found people moving outside their home they detain them and release them only the next day.
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March - 26 
On March 26, the Court of Second Additional Metropolitan Sessions Judge in Chittagong sentenced four Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres to death and three other Shibir cadres to life imprisonment for killing eight people, including six Bangladesh Chh
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On March 26, the Court of Second Additional Metropolitan Sessions Judge in Chittagong sentenced four Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres to death and three other Shibir cadres to life imprisonment for killing eight people, including six Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) activists, in Bahodderhat on July 12, 2000. Daily Star reports that each of the convicted cadres was also fined Taka 50,000 each. The three with life terms will have to stay in prison a year more if they fail to pay the fine. Thirteen ICS cadres charge sheeted in the case were acquitted by the court. The ICS cadres had opened fire on a bus carrying BCL cadres, student wing of the Awami League, at Bahodderhat in Chittagong killing six BCL cadres, the driver and an auto-rickshaw driver.
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March - 26 
On March 26, the troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed seven of them. One soldier sustained injuries in the incident.
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On March 26, the troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed seven of them. One soldier sustained injuries in the incident.
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March - 26 
The SFs retaliated and rescued eight fishermen when they detected a group of people trying to come out of a jungle patch three-kilometre east of Omanthai in the Vavuniya district on March 26-afternoon under heavy small arms fire by the LTTE militants
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The SFs retaliated and rescued eight fishermen when they detected a group of people trying to come out of a jungle patch three-kilometre east of Omanthai in the Vavuniya district on March 26-afternoon under heavy small arms fire by the LTTE militants, according to Colombo Page. Three of the escapees were killed while another three sustained injuries in the LTTE attack, the sources added. The unhurt escapees told the SFs that they were a group of 14 Sinhalese fishermen who had been abducted by the LTTE while they were engaged in fishing about 20 nautical miles east of Puttalam and Kalpitiya on February 10, 2007 and March 2, 2007. The victims had been kept as slaves by the outfit for over 13 months until they escaped a week ago. Two of the victims had died on the way inside dense jungles of Mullaitivu and the rest managed to reach Omanthai this morning. The group had been detected by the LTTE at the Omanthai defence line and came under militant’s fire until the army rescued them. According to the police sources the victims were residents of Kalpitiya, Negombo and Tangalle areas.
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March - 26 
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets bombed two LTTE positions, north of Yodha Weva (Giant Tank) in the Kaliaddanchan area of Mannar district on March 26-morning. The SLAF also targeted an LTTE boat manufacturing yard, which produces Sea Tiger
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The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets bombed two LTTE positions, north of Yodha Weva (Giant Tank) in the Kaliaddanchan area of Mannar district on March 26-morning. The SLAF also targeted an LTTE boat manufacturing yard, which produces Sea Tiger boats, in the Vishwamadukulam area of Mullaitivu district. Pilots said both sorties in Mannar and Mullaitivu neutralised the targets.
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March - 26 
The troops naturalised a LTTE bunker in the jungles north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, killing at least four militants who were inside the bunker.
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The troops naturalised a LTTE bunker in the jungles north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, killing at least four militants who were inside the bunker.
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March - 26 
Two police constables were killed and four others injured in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion at Kanchurankuda on the Urasari road of Batticaloa district, reports SLA.
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Two police constables were killed and four others injured in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion at Kanchurankuda on the Urasari road of Batticaloa district, reports SLA.
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March - 26 
Two soldiers were injured due to the explosion of a LTTE booby trap in the area north of Janakapura in the same district.
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Two soldiers were injured due to the explosion of a LTTE booby trap in the area north of Janakapura in the same district.
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March - 27 
A militant of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-al-Islami (HuJI), identified as Mohammed Amin, surrendered before the security forces at Kishtwar, Daily Excelsior reported. He handed over one Pika gun, 48 rounds, an AK rifle with 383 rounds, one Light Machine Gun
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A militant of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-al-Islami (HuJI), identified as Mohammed Amin, surrendered before the security forces at Kishtwar, Daily Excelsior reported. He handed over one Pika gun, 48 rounds, an AK rifle with 383 rounds, one Light Machine Gun with 10 rounds, two Under Barrel Grenade Launchers, two binoculars and three hand grenades at the time of surrender.
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March - 27 
Another militant was shot dead by the troops at Keran in the Kupwara district. An AK-47 rifle, three AK magazines, six rounds of ammunition, a wire cutter, a rucksack and a pouch were recovered from the slain militant.
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Another militant was shot dead by the troops at Keran in the Kupwara district. An AK-47 rifle, three AK magazines, six rounds of ammunition, a wire cutter, a rucksack and a pouch were recovered from the slain militant.
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March - 27 
Another suspected militant, identified as Mohammed Nishimuddin, was shot dead by police personnel during an encounter at Naharup Pangong Makhong in the Imphal East district on the same morning. A .38 revolver was recovered from his possession.
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Another suspected militant, identified as Mohammed Nishimuddin, was shot dead by police personnel during an encounter at Naharup Pangong Makhong in the Imphal East district on the same morning. A .38 revolver was recovered from his possession.
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March - 27 
Earlier in the same day, two persons, identified as Neston P. Sangma and Jingan R. Sangma, were arrested during a search operation at Riangdim near Borsora for providing shelter to LAEF militants who were extorting money from coal exporters in West K
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Earlier in the same day, two persons, identified as Neston P. Sangma and Jingan R. Sangma, were arrested during a search operation at Riangdim near Borsora for providing shelter to LAEF militants who were extorting money from coal exporters in West Khasi Hills. The search operation was carried out based on confessional statements made by two LAEF cadres arrested earlier from Riangdim.
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March - 27 
India said that Colombo's arms purchases may upset New Delhi's 'pre-eminent position' in South Asia, Colombo Page reports. "We have to ensure that India's pre-eminent position in the region is not compromised by Sri Lanka seeking arms from elsewhere,
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India said that Colombo's arms purchases may upset New Delhi's 'pre-eminent position' in South Asia, Colombo Page reports. "We have to ensure that India's pre-eminent position in the region is not compromised by Sri Lanka seeking arms from elsewhere," National Security Adviser M.K. Narayanan said while delivering the 25th Air Chief Marshal P.C. Lal memorial lecture in New Delhi on March 27. "We need a national consensus on how much (military) assistance we should provide and how much pressure we should put on the (Sri Lankan) government," he said, adding, "We want the Sri Lankan government to treat its large Tamil minority with dignity. (But) the (Sri Lankan) government would seem to have the single objective of a military victory (against the Tamil Tigers) without any devolution of power."
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March - 27 
Manipur Police personnel shot dead one suspected militant during a counter-insurgency operation at D.M. College campus in the capital Imphal on March 27-evening. A hand grenade was recovered from the slain militant.
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Manipur Police personnel shot dead one suspected militant during a counter-insurgency operation at D.M. College campus in the capital Imphal on March 27-evening. A hand grenade was recovered from the slain militant.
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March - 27 
New Indian Express reports that a group of 55 armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) raided the Mahamaya iron ore plant of the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) in Gajurao village of Durg district on March 27. They fle
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New Indian Express reports that a group of 55 armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) raided the Mahamaya iron ore plant of the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) in Gajurao village of Durg district on March 27. They fled with 200 bags of pottassium nitrate explosive after loading them onto six trucks parked at the plant. The Maoists also abducted the manager of the unit and five other staff members.
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March - 27 
On March 27, a policeman and five personnel of the bomb disposal squad of Chhattisgarh police were injured in a land mine blast triggered by Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Sendhawadi village in Rajnandgaon district, reports New Ind
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On March 27, a policeman and five personnel of the bomb disposal squad of Chhattisgarh police were injured in a land mine blast triggered by Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Sendhawadi village in Rajnandgaon district, reports New Indian Express.
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March - 27 March - 30
On March 27, a suspected agent of the Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), was arrested from the Ramnagar area in capital Agartala. Mamun Mia, a Bangladeshi national, had crossed over to Tripura few months ba
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On March 27, a suspected agent of the Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), was arrested from the Ramnagar area in capital Agartala. Mamun Mia, a Bangladeshi national, had crossed over to Tripura few months back and was staying at a rented accommodation in the capital under the false name of Suman Majumdar since March 25. Statesman reports that Mamun was shifted to Kolkata, capital of West Bengal, and was remanded in police custody for two weeks on March 30. A senior Crime Investigation Department official said, "He was spying for the ISI. He used to collect classified information about deployment of forces in the border areas."
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March - 27 
On March 27, the BNCT militants abducted three traders from a forest reserve in the Ghagracherra area of Dhalai and took them across the border to the nearby Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh, Telegraph reports. Police sources said the victims— Bi
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On March 27, the BNCT militants abducted three traders from a forest reserve in the Ghagracherra area of Dhalai and took them across the border to the nearby Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh, Telegraph reports. Police sources said the victims— Bidyajay Tripura, Surendra Tripura and Purnajay Tripura — had failed to pay the "tax" imposed by the militants because they could not afford to do so.
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March - 27 
On March 27, thirteen leaders of the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), including the outfit’s General Secretary Safdar Nagori and his brother Kamruddin Nagori, were arrested following several raids in Indore by the Madhya Pradesh
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On March 27, thirteen leaders of the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), including the outfit’s General Secretary Safdar Nagori and his brother Kamruddin Nagori, were arrested following several raids in Indore by the Madhya Pradesh Police. Police described the arrested persons as active members of the outfit hailing from Kerala, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. The arrested persons included SIMI’s Karnataka unit chief Hafiz Hussain and Shivli, who is the mainstay of the group’s operations in Kerala. Separately, The Hindu quoting unconfirmed reports said that the arrested persons could include Mohammad Adnan, a key south India SIMI organiser.
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March - 27 
SFs recovered three AK-47 rifles, one pistol with magazines and rounds, one mobile telephone and a wireless set during a search operation at village Lambheri in the Rajouri district.
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SFs recovered three AK-47 rifles, one pistol with magazines and rounds, one mobile telephone and a wireless set during a search operation at village Lambheri in the Rajouri district.
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March - 27 
Speaking to Times of India, the Inspector General of Police in Indore, Anil Kumar, said, "Their names figure in a number of bomb blast cases in other states. Our counterparts in other states have been informed and the details are coming in. After pre
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Speaking to Times of India, the Inspector General of Police in Indore, Anil Kumar, said, "Their names figure in a number of bomb blast cases in other states. Our counterparts in other states have been informed and the details are coming in. After preliminary investigations, we have found that these persons form the apex body of SIMI and were in Indore for their annual meeting. We have recovered incriminating evidence in the form of documents on paper and electronic documents, including SIMI literature. We also recovered pistols, cartridges, nine mobile phones, Rs 45,000 in cash, 15 masks, 22 pairs of surgical gloves and surgical instruments." Police also said that Safdar Nagori is wanted in five other criminal cases in Madhya Pradesh.
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March - 27 
Syrpailin Mawlong, the HNLC ‘camp commander’ at Chittagong Hill Tract, who was arrested at Umkiang in the Jaintia Hills district on March 27, confessed before police that the outfit was facing fund crisis and he had been asked by his leaders to carry
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Syrpailin Mawlong, the HNLC ‘camp commander’ at Chittagong Hill Tract, who was arrested at Umkiang in the Jaintia Hills district on March 27, confessed before police that the outfit was facing fund crisis and he had been asked by his leaders to carry out extortion drive in Jaintia Hills. He said after the surrender of former Chairman Julius Dorphang, the outfit is yet to nominate any other leader as the chairman. He added that 100 cadres of the outfit, including eight to nine women, were based in Bangladesh.
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March - 27 
The Assam Rifles post at Biyang under Singhat police station in the Churachandpur district was attacked by People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadres on March 27-morning. Militants reportedly used automatic rifles and bombs during the attack.
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The Assam Rifles post at Biyang under Singhat police station in the Churachandpur district was attacked by People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadres on March 27-morning. Militants reportedly used automatic rifles and bombs during the attack.
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March - 27 
The Hindu reports that Police on March 27 raided the house of Shibly, one of the top 10 activists of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) arrested in Indore in Madhya Pradesh earlier this week, in a village in Kottayam district. Two computer
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The Hindu reports that Police on March 27 raided the house of Shibly, one of the top 10 activists of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) arrested in Indore in Madhya Pradesh earlier this week, in a village in Kottayam district. Two computers were recovered from the houses of Shibli and his brother, Shaduli.
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March - 27 March - 28
The Hindu reports that the CPI-Maoist cadres on March 28 released all the eight officials and employees they had abducted from Durg district on March 27. Durg District Superintendent of Police Dinapshu Kabra said that all the released persons were un
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The Hindu reports that the CPI-Maoist cadres on March 28 released all the eight officials and employees they had abducted from Durg district on March 27. Durg District Superintendent of Police Dinapshu Kabra said that all the released persons were unharmed.
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March - 27 
The police on March 27 arrested there persons who were involved in smuggling activities for the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), under the National Security Act, The Hindu reported. The arrestees were identified as Murugapandi, Muthuramalinga
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The police on March 27 arrested there persons who were involved in smuggling activities for the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), under the National Security Act, The Hindu reported. The arrestees were identified as Murugapandi, Muthuramalingam and R. Raja. According to a press release, four Maoists were also arrested from Varsanadu in the Theni district and cases were filed against them under various sections of the IPC, Arms Act, Explosive Substances Act and Criminal Law Amendment Act.
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March - 27 
Three LAEF cadres, Zwing D. Marak, Bilseng G. Momin and Lambor Puwein, were arrested during a search operation at Rongkhukre in the West Khasi Hills district on March 27. During interrogation, they confessed their involvement in many cases of extorti
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Three LAEF cadres, Zwing D. Marak, Bilseng G. Momin and Lambor Puwein, were arrested during a search operation at Rongkhukre in the West Khasi Hills district on March 27. During interrogation, they confessed their involvement in many cases of extortion in the coal belt areas of district in the last few months. A .22 revolver, four rounds of live ammunition, two daggers and a torch were seized from their possession.
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March - 27 
Times of India quoting intelligence agencies reports that underworld gangster Dawood Ibrahim’s ‘D-Company’ in Pakistan is now officially a part of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT)’s terror network. The merger has been described as a part of the plan by the
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Times of India quoting intelligence agencies reports that underworld gangster Dawood Ibrahim’s ‘D-Company’ in Pakistan is now officially a part of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT)’s terror network. The merger has been described as a part of the plan by the Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), to further increase its anti-India campaign. A senior Indian intelligence official confirming the merger said, "The underworld gang and the Lashkar jihadis have been knocked into a single entity and this has serious implications for India's internal security."
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March - 27 
Troops of the Rashtriya Rifle killed a militant in an encounter at Kota Satri forest area in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district on March 27, The Tribune reported. An AK rifle, three magazines and 67 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the
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Troops of the Rashtriya Rifle killed a militant in an encounter at Kota Satri forest area in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district on March 27, The Tribune reported. An AK rifle, three magazines and 67 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the slain militant’s possession.
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March - 27 
A joint team of intelligence agencies and Lahore Police arrested two alleged terrorists on March 27 for facilitating the suicide bombings at General Post Office (GPO) and the Pakistan Naval War College, Daily Times reported. Police said that they had
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A joint team of intelligence agencies and Lahore Police arrested two alleged terrorists on March 27 for facilitating the suicide bombings at General Post Office (GPO) and the Pakistan Naval War College, Daily Times reported. Police said that they had seized a "huge quantity of explosives", including suicide vests, detonators, and ball bearings, from the suspected terrorists’ possession. Capital City Police Officer Malik Muhammad Iqbal and Deputy Inspector General of Police Tassaduq Hussain told a press conference that Muhammad Shahzad and Nadim Hussain were members of the South Waziristan-based militant organisation Tanzeem Jihad Islami. Shahzad was reportedly living in a small rented house in Karnalpura, Wahdat Colony, and that the place served as a meeting point for suicide bombers before the bombings at GPO and the Pakistan Navy War College. Nadim had set up a public call office and a computer shop named My Computer, at main Ferozepur Road, the police said, adding that the two used their businesses as a cover to help suicide bombers to enter Lahore. Police seized 25 bags of explosive powder, 20 detonators, two packets of brown chemical, 11 packets of ball bearings (used as splinters in bombs), one bottle of liquid chemicals, one gallon of mobile oil, six empty parachutes, and 32 battery cells from Shahzad’s residence. From Nadeem’s possession, the police seized a suicide jacket, 40 detonators, 30 packets of explosive material, one packet of ball bearings, one packet of adhesive glue, 12 adhesive tapes, one ‘orange’ fuse cable, two switches, one digital metre and a battery.
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March - 27 
A railway track linking the provincial capital Quetta with Iran was blown up near Dalbandin.
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A railway track linking the provincial capital Quetta with Iran was blown up near Dalbandin.
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March - 27 
At least 50 police personnel in the Swat district of NWFP have been relieved of their duties for showing a "lack of courage" during the last year’s operation against pro-Taliban militants, District Police Officer (DPO) Waqif Khan told Daily Times on
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At least 50 police personnel in the Swat district of NWFP have been relieved of their duties for showing a "lack of courage" during the last year’s operation against pro-Taliban militants, District Police Officer (DPO) Waqif Khan told Daily Times on March 27. "Prolonged absence from duty is another reason for their dismissal," the DPO said. Khan also said that around 200 policemen were on ‘French leave’ or unauthorised absence, 151 were absent from Sindh (River) Police Lines, Mingora, and 31 were absent from the Mingora Police Station. An official source said that policemen in Swat were taking leave to avoid any possible militant attack on them. "The relieved policemen were served several notices but they did not show up. Consequently, they were terminated," the source said.
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March - 27 
Elsewhere in the province, a bomb blast was reported from Quetta and a grenade exploded in a grid station in Sariab.
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Elsewhere in the province, a bomb blast was reported from Quetta and a grenade exploded in a grid station in Sariab.
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March - 27 
Gas supply was suspended to a private power plant and seven other industrial units when some people blew up the main gas pipeline near Kolpur on March 27, according to Dawn.
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Gas supply was suspended to a private power plant and seven other industrial units when some people blew up the main gas pipeline near Kolpur on March 27, according to Dawn.
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March - 27 
John D. Negroponte, the US Deputy Secretary of State, on March 27 expressed serious concern over the new Government’s intent to open dialogue with the militant leaders in the FATA, according to Dawn. In reply to a question whether the US was feeling
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John D. Negroponte, the US Deputy Secretary of State, on March 27 expressed serious concern over the new Government’s intent to open dialogue with the militant leaders in the FATA, according to Dawn. In reply to a question whether the US was feeling uncomfortable with the new Government’s plan to open negotiations with militants in tribal areas, Negroponte said he did not see how it would be possible to hold discussions with some "irreconcilable" militants. "I don’t think you can talk to irreconcilable elements. There can be talks with reconcilable elements," he said, calling for tackling the threat in a "mutually agreeable way". In reply to a question at a news conference whether he had come to Pakistan to "rescue" Pervez Musharraf at a time when the demand for his resignation and impeachment was growing, Negroponte said: "He is of course president of the country… Any debate ... with regard to the issue of his status is something that will have to be addressed by the internal Pakistani political process. We will certainly respect whatever is decided in that regard."
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March - 27 
Security forces on March 27 arrested two suspected militants in the Spina Thana area of Kohat district in the NWFP and also seized their vehicle, Dawn reported. The suspects are said to be members of a gang supplying arms and ammunition to Taliban in
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Security forces on March 27 arrested two suspected militants in the Spina Thana area of Kohat district in the NWFP and also seized their vehicle, Dawn reported. The suspects are said to be members of a gang supplying arms and ammunition to Taliban in Khyber Agency and the Kohat frontier region.
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March - 27 
Taliban spokesman Maulana Umar on March 27 warned tribal elders against meeting US officials, while welcoming Awami National Party (ANP) chief Asfandyar Wali Khan’s "refusal" to meet top US officials, according to Daily Times. "If tribal people do no
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Taliban spokesman Maulana Umar on March 27 warned tribal elders against meeting US officials, while welcoming Awami National Party (ANP) chief Asfandyar Wali Khan’s "refusal" to meet top US officials, according to Daily Times. "If tribal people do not stop meeting US officials, we will view them as American agents," the spokesman said in telephone calls to local reporters from an undisclosed location. Key tribal elders from Khyber Agency in the FATA met US Deputy Secretary of State John Negroponte and Assistant Secretary of State for South Asia and Central Asian Affairs Richard Boucher in Landikotal on March 26. "It [Wali’s refusal] shows that the ANP is sincere in seeking peace in the [Frontier] province," the spokesman said, while expressing the hope that all problems would be resolved through negotiations. The spokesman also praised Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief Nawaz Sharif’s stance in a meeting with the two US officials. Nawaz had met the US officials to tell them that parliament would lay down its own policy, instead of following US directives.
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March - 27 
The Kohat Police claimed to have foiled an attempt to smuggle a huge quantity of arms to southern areas of the country and arrested two people on the Indus Highway. The Saddar police checked a van on the Kohat-Bannu road and seized five pistols, one
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The Kohat Police claimed to have foiled an attempt to smuggle a huge quantity of arms to southern areas of the country and arrested two people on the Indus Highway. The Saddar police checked a van on the Kohat-Bannu road and seized five pistols, one 12-bore gun, one Kalashinkov and 820 cartridges of different bores. The arrested men were identified as Mohammad Sultan of Tank and Sher Mohammad of Lakki Marwat district.
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March - 27 
The new Government will withdraw the army from Swat in NWFP and end "violence in the name of war and terror", Awami National Party (ANP) President Asfandyar Wali said on March 27, according to Daily Times. Talking to reporters after a meeting with a
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The new Government will withdraw the army from Swat in NWFP and end "violence in the name of war and terror", Awami National Party (ANP) President Asfandyar Wali said on March 27, according to Daily Times. Talking to reporters after a meeting with a US congressional delegation at Frontier House in Islamabad, he said the problems in South Waziristan should be resolved politically rather than by use of power. "I hate [the phrase] ‘war against terrorism’," he said, adding that he had told the US delegation what the ANP’s stance was. He said the new Government would have to focus on law and order, because the problem had spread from the Tribal Areas to the whole country.
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March - 27 
Two officers of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) believed to be involved in anti-Al Qaeda operations were shot dead on March 27 on a busy street near Regal Chowk in Karachi, Dawn reported. Inspector Mohammed Ibrahim and Sub-inspector Fazalur Rahman, post
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Two officers of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) believed to be involved in anti-Al Qaeda operations were shot dead on March 27 on a busy street near Regal Chowk in Karachi, Dawn reported. Inspector Mohammed Ibrahim and Sub-inspector Fazalur Rahman, posted at the IB’s anti-terrorism section (ATS), were shot dead on Frere Road at around 7:20pm by two attackers who came on a motorbike. Witnesses said the assailants fled the scene after the attack during the evening rush hour. Tahir Naveed, a police officer, stated that it was apparently a case of targeted killing.
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March - 27 
A total of 3,936 people were killed in the mid-western region during the decade long insurgency, a report has stated. A book released by the INSEC Mid-Western Regional Office revealed that these people were killed by the State, Maoists and unidentifi
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A total of 3,936 people were killed in the mid-western region during the decade long insurgency, a report has stated. A book released by the INSEC Mid-Western Regional Office revealed that these people were killed by the State, Maoists and unidentified groups during the armed insurgency. Though statistics said that over 13,000 people were killed during the armed insurgency, the exact number and identity of the people is yet to be verified.
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March - 27 
Around 200 CPN-Maoist cadres left the Shaktikhor cantonment in Chitwan district to take part in an election rally addressed by Maoist chairman Prachanda at Gaur in the Rautahat district, reports Kantipur Television. The report said that some of the c
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Around 200 CPN-Maoist cadres left the Shaktikhor cantonment in Chitwan district to take part in an election rally addressed by Maoist chairman Prachanda at Gaur in the Rautahat district, reports Kantipur Television. The report said that some of the combatants were in plain clothes while some were in combat dress when they left the cantonment. According to the arms accord, the Maoist combatants and Nepali Army personnel cannot leave their respective cantonments and barracks.
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March - 27 
Around nine activists of the Nepali Congress (NC), including candidate Dilman Pakhrin, were injured when they were attacked by the Young Communist League (YCL) cadres in the Basera Village Development Committee area of Dhading district on March 27, N
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Around nine activists of the Nepali Congress (NC), including candidate Dilman Pakhrin, were injured when they were attacked by the Young Communist League (YCL) cadres in the Basera Village Development Committee area of Dhading district on March 27, Nepal News reports.
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March - 27 
Around nine NC workers were injured when they were attacked by the YCL cadres in the Basera VDC of Dhading district on March 27 (today). Those injured include the NC candidate Dilman Pakhrin.
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Around nine NC workers were injured when they were attacked by the YCL cadres in the Basera VDC of Dhading district on March 27 (today). Those injured include the NC candidate Dilman Pakhrin.
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March - 27 
At Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district, the troops confronted two groups of LTTE militants and killed at least two of them. Two soldiers were killed while three others sustained injuries during the clashes. The troops later recovered the dead body
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At Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district, the troops confronted two groups of LTTE militants and killed at least two of them. Two soldiers were killed while three others sustained injuries during the clashes. The troops later recovered the dead body of one of the slain militants along with one T-56 weapon.
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March - 27 
At least nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured during encounter with troops in the north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on March 27, Sri Lanka Army reports. One army officer was killed a
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At least nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured during encounter with troops in the north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on March 27, Sri Lanka Army reports. One army officer was killed and three soldiers were injured during the encounter. In the same area, two soldiers were injured in two separate LTTE-triggered anti personnel mine explosions.
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March - 27 
Four soldiers were killed and eight others sustained injuries following accidental explosions of anti-personnel mines in the Sulanamaruthamadu, Adampan and Koilmoddai areas of Mannar district while they were clearing the areas.
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Four soldiers were killed and eight others sustained injuries following accidental explosions of anti-personnel mines in the Sulanamaruthamadu, Adampan and Koilmoddai areas of Mannar district while they were clearing the areas.
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March - 27 
Reuters reports that Sri Lanka has launched a mystery poster campaign inviting would-be LTTE suicide bombers to phone a government helpline in exchange for 10 million rupees ($92,000) and a new life overseas. "Why should you die with a scattered body
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Reuters reports that Sri Lanka has launched a mystery poster campaign inviting would-be LTTE suicide bombers to phone a government helpline in exchange for 10 million rupees ($92,000) and a new life overseas. "Why should you die with a scattered body?" the red-and-yellow posters, placed in Tamil-dominated areas of the capital, Colombo, asked readers contemplating becoming members of what the outfit call elite "Black Tiger" suicide squads. "You also were born to live. Why should you carry bombs?" the posters said alongside a fuzzy black-and-white photograph of a suicide bomber's severed head. The posters said the LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran should sacrifice his own son before asking others to become suicide bombers. "Your life is precious and you have only one. Do not die for the brave words of an illusion," the poster read, promising 10 million rupees for genuine callers to build a new life at home or overseas if necessary.
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March - 27 
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets neutralised an LTTE training camp and a Sea Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) command post in two separate air raids on March 27-moring, the SLAF Wing Commander Andrew Wijesuriya said, according to Daily News. T
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The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets neutralised an LTTE training camp and a Sea Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) command post in two separate air raids on March 27-moring, the SLAF Wing Commander Andrew Wijesuriya said, according to Daily News. The SLAF fighter jets bombed the training camp at Kalmadukulam in the North East of Iranamadu jungle of Kilinochchi district. "According to intelligence, the newly recruited LTTE cadres had been receiving training at this location," Wijesuriya said. The fighter jets also shelled a Sea Tiger Command base and a radar system in the North Eastern coast of Wallaipadu and South of Devil-point. "LTTE cadres used the location to coordinate and execute sea Tiger activities in the area," Wijesuriya stated.
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March - 27 
The troops captured another LTTE bunker in the same area and during subsequent search operation recovered one decomposed dead body of a LTTE militant along with one T-56 weapon and six hand grenades.
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The troops captured another LTTE bunker in the same area and during subsequent search operation recovered one decomposed dead body of a LTTE militant along with one T-56 weapon and six hand grenades.
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March - 27 
The troops killed two LTTE militants during an encounter in the Madhu area of Mannar district
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The troops killed two LTTE militants during an encounter in the Madhu area of Mannar district
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March - 27 
The troops shot dead three more LTTE militants at Janakapura. In a separate incident in the same area, the troops captured an LTTE bunker, killing at least two militants.
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The troops shot dead three more LTTE militants at Janakapura. In a separate incident in the same area, the troops captured an LTTE bunker, killing at least two militants.
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March - 27 
Two civilians were killed while another sustained injuries when suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants opened fire towards them on March 27-evening, Sri Lanka Army reports. The militants opened fire when a three-member team of sa
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Two civilians were killed while another sustained injuries when suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants opened fire towards them on March 27-evening, Sri Lanka Army reports. The militants opened fire when a three-member team of sand collectors had gone to the river to collect sand from a location between the north colony and the south colony in Ampara.
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March - 28 
An ULFA cadre, Partha alias Rakta Kachari, surrendered before the Dibrugarh district administration on an unspecified date, according to Assam Tribune. He deposited a hand grenade during his surrender.
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An ULFA cadre, Partha alias Rakta Kachari, surrendered before the Dibrugarh district administration on an unspecified date, according to Assam Tribune. He deposited a hand grenade during his surrender.
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March - 28 
CPI-Maoist has called for a bandh (general strike) in the Dandakaranya region on March 31 to protest killing of 17 of their cadres in Bastar area on March 18 by the Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh police in a joint operation.
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CPI-Maoist has called for a bandh (general strike) in the Dandakaranya region on March 31 to protest killing of 17 of their cadres in Bastar area on March 18 by the Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh police in a joint operation.
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More than 100 heavily armed Communist Party of India-Maoists (CPI-Maoist) raided Mahamaya iron ore mine in the Dalli-Rajhara area of Sail in the Durg district, 170-km from Raipur, and drove away with a truckload of 1.75 tonne explosives used in mine
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More than 100 heavily armed Communist Party of India-Maoists (CPI-Maoist) raided Mahamaya iron ore mine in the Dalli-Rajhara area of Sail in the Durg district, 170-km from Raipur, and drove away with a truckload of 1.75 tonne explosives used in mine blasts on March 29. Chhattisgarh police and personnel of paramilitary forces launched a search early on March 28 to recover the explosives. ''Many search parties have been deployed in Durg, Kanker and Bastar region,'' Durg Superintendent of Police told Times of India.
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March - 28 
On March 28, a designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court sentenced 11 persons to 10 years Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) each in the Kullanchavadi bomb attack case in the Cuddalore district, in which a constable was kil
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On March 28, a designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court sentenced 11 persons to 10 years Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) each in the Kullanchavadi bomb attack case in the Cuddalore district, in which a constable was killed and three others injured in November 1993, reports Chennai Online. Judge T Ramasamy said that the accused Nallarasu, Ravi, Sundaram, Radio Venkatesan, Kalai, Varadan, Punniyamoorty, Uthirapathi, Peter, Senguttuvan and Murugesan, had intended only to snatch away arms and ammunition from the police station. The incident occurred on the spur of the moment, he observed and added the accused, hailing from agricultural families, committed the crime due to socio-economic divide in society.
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March - 28 
On March 28, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres damaged five electricity polls in the Bastar district disrupting power supply to over 150 villages, reports IANS. "The entire Usur block and some areas of Bhopalpatnam block are facing
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On March 28, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres damaged five electricity polls in the Bastar district disrupting power supply to over 150 villages, reports IANS. "The entire Usur block and some areas of Bhopalpatnam block are facing a blackout since Friday night. We fear the rebels may use the opportunity to attack either police or civilians installations," said Ankit Garg, the Bastar district Superintendent of Police. According to the report, restoration of electricity supply is unlikely to resume before April 1.
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March - 28 
On March 28, two security force personnel were injured and 18 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including six women, were arrested following an encounter at Saraunja village under Birpur police station area in the Begusarai
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On March 28, two security force personnel were injured and 18 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including six women, were arrested following an encounter at Saraunja village under Birpur police station area in the Begusarai district. District Superintendent of Police Amit Lodha told Times of India, "A constable of Bihar Military Police (BMP) 7th battalion Harendra Kumar Rai and Ganesh Rai of Special Auxiliary Police (SAP), a force comprising ex-servicemen raised to tackle Naxalite violence, were injured in the gunfight". Four country-made rifles, a musket, a revolver, a pistol, a crude bomb, more than 100 bullets and several police uniforms were recovered from the possession of the arrested Maoists.
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March - 28 
One woman, Sherabhanu, was shot dead by militants at Keirao Litan in the Imphal East district on March 28- night, reports Imphal Free Press. She is the wife of Mohammed Naship, younger brother of M. I. Khan, a leader of a faction of the People’s Unit
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One woman, Sherabhanu, was shot dead by militants at Keirao Litan in the Imphal East district on March 28- night, reports Imphal Free Press. She is the wife of Mohammed Naship, younger brother of M. I. Khan, a leader of a faction of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF). Later, the PULF claimed responsibility for killing Sherabhanu for her alleged role as an informer of the security forces.
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March - 28 
Sentinel reports that a new militant outfit, identified as Bodoland Royal Tigers’ Force (RRTF), has been formed in the Bodoland area.
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Sentinel reports that a new militant outfit, identified as Bodoland Royal Tigers’ Force (RRTF), has been formed in the Bodoland area.
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March - 28 
Suspected Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres burnt a youth alive after tying him to a tree with an iron chain in Nuasahi village of Angul district on March 28, reports IANS. The identity of the youth, apparently in his late 20s, was
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Suspected Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres burnt a youth alive after tying him to a tree with an iron chain in Nuasahi village of Angul district on March 28, reports IANS. The identity of the youth, apparently in his late 20s, was not known.
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March - 28 
The ‘propaganda communication and technical officer’ of the Military Council faction of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) warned the Imphal based Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), director, Fimate, on various charges of irregularities
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The ‘propaganda communication and technical officer’ of the Military Council faction of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) warned the Imphal based Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), director, Fimate, on various charges of irregularities and also asked a close associate of the director identified as Robert, to ‘surrender’ before the outfit on or before April 30, reports Imphal Free Press.
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March - 28 
The Borok National Council of Tripura (BNCT) militants abducted six persons from Khalangthang area under Kanchanpur police station, reports Tripurainfo. When the victims were returning from the market on a vehicle, a group of armed militants detained
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The Borok National Council of Tripura (BNCT) militants abducted six persons from Khalangthang area under Kanchanpur police station, reports Tripurainfo. When the victims were returning from the market on a vehicle, a group of armed militants detained the car and abducted five businessmen and driver at gun point. The victims were identified as Sanjoy Nath (driver), Basudeb Das, Kripamoy Roy, Smarjit Paul, Santosh Roy and Khoka Das. Later, two of them- Basudeb and Khoka managed to escape from the militant captivity.
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March - 28 
Two All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militants surrendered to the sub-divisional police officer of Kalyanpur in Khowai after escaping from the group’s hideout at Satcherri in the Habiganj district of Bangladesh. Police sources said the militants, ident
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Two All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militants surrendered to the sub-divisional police officer of Kalyanpur in Khowai after escaping from the group’s hideout at Satcherri in the Habiganj district of Bangladesh. Police sources said the militants, identified as Nitai Debbarma and Rajendra Debbarma, deposited two Chinese grenades.
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March - 28 
Two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) leaders, Hangsing and Longshen, were reportedly abducted from their respective houses by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Unification (NSCN-U) cadres on March 28, reports Naga
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Two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) leaders, Hangsing and Longshen, were reportedly abducted from their respective houses by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Unification (NSCN-U) cadres on March 28, reports Nagaland Post.
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March - 28 
A gas pipeline was blown up on the outskirts of Quetta causing suspension of gas supply to various parts of the provincial capital.
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A gas pipeline was blown up on the outskirts of Quetta causing suspension of gas supply to various parts of the provincial capital.
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March - 28 
Militants attacked check-posts of security forces in the Dera Bugti and Kahan areas of the Kohlu district. Official sources said 22 rockets were fired on check-posts in different areas. However, they said, the rockets landed in open places areas. Bee
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Militants attacked check-posts of security forces in the Dera Bugti and Kahan areas of the Kohlu district. Official sources said 22 rockets were fired on check-posts in different areas. However, they said, the rockets landed in open places areas. Beebargh Baloch, spokesman for the banned Baloch Liberation Army, claimed responsibility for the attacks.
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March - 28 
Railway traffic between the provincial capital Quetta and the rest of the country was suspended for several hours on March 28 after a portion of the main track was blown up by saboteurs near the Degree College. However, no loss of life or injuries wa
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Railway traffic between the provincial capital Quetta and the rest of the country was suspended for several hours on March 28 after a portion of the main track was blown up by saboteurs near the Degree College. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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March - 28 
The District Police Officer (DPO) in Buner, Abdul Ghafoor Khan Afridi, narrowly escaped while two boys sustained injuries in a roadside explosion on March 28, according to Dawn. Police said that as soon as the DPO arrived to inspect the site of Abuba
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The District Police Officer (DPO) in Buner, Abdul Ghafoor Khan Afridi, narrowly escaped while two boys sustained injuries in a roadside explosion on March 28, according to Dawn. Police said that as soon as the DPO arrived to inspect the site of Abubakar Sadeeq Mosque in Pir Baba bazaar, a remote-controlled bomb exploded. The DPO and his guard remained unhurt but the vehicle in which they were traveling was partially damaged. The shrapnel of the bomb hit a nearby car, causing injuries to two youths, Said Nawab and his nephew Kamran.
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March - 28 
Two people were injured when some people hurled a hand-grenade on a house in the industrial town of Hub on March 28, Dawn reported.
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Two people were injured when some people hurled a hand-grenade on a house in the industrial town of Hub on March 28, Dawn reported.
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March - 28 
Cadres of the Madheshi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) and Sadbhawana Party clashed in the Sunsari district, leaving at least a dozen persons injured.
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Cadres of the Madheshi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) and Sadbhawana Party clashed in the Sunsari district, leaving at least a dozen persons injured.
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March - 28 
Nepal News reports that government urged the four armed outfits of Terai to come forward for peace talks without proposing any pre-condition. In a letter sent to the rebel groups on March 28, the peace talks team of the ruling seven party alliance sa
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Nepal News reports that government urged the four armed outfits of Terai to come forward for peace talks without proposing any pre-condition. In a letter sent to the rebel groups on March 28, the peace talks team of the ruling seven party alliance said that their demands would be looked at during the discussion on table. The four armed outfits - Samyukta Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha, Terai Cobra, Madhesi Mukti Tigers and Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha - had earlier agreed to hold talks with the government but later demanded that their cadres detained by the government be released first.
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March - 28 
On March 28, cadres of the Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal - Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) clashed in Bajhang district, leaving at least one dozen persons injured, including four police personnel, Nepal News reports. The clash
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On March 28, cadres of the Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal - Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) clashed in Bajhang district, leaving at least one dozen persons injured, including four police personnel, Nepal News reports. The clash occurred when the CPN-UML cadres launching door-to-door campaign met with NC cadres rallying towards a mass gathering planned in Chainpur area. The CPN-UML said nine of its cadres have been injured during the baton charge by policemen. Police had intervened in the incident.
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March - 28 
The Maoist chairman Prachanda said that conspiracy is being hatched to defer the constituent assembly polls after a support wave in favour of his party. Talking to party cadres in Narayangarh, he said that regressive forces have become irritated afte
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The Maoist chairman Prachanda said that conspiracy is being hatched to defer the constituent assembly polls after a support wave in favour of his party. Talking to party cadres in Narayangarh, he said that regressive forces have become irritated after it is almost definite that his party will win 150 seats in the polls. He claimed that his party has already won the polls in political terms, and directed the party cadres to foil the conspiracy to defer the polls. Stating that the Maoist needed the Constituent Assembly more than any other party and eight Maoists have died since the poll activities were launched, he directed cadres to remain prepared to sacrifice if it need be. Meanwhile, a report from Bhojpur quoted CPN-Maoist senior leader Ram Bahadur Thapa alias Badal, as saying today that the regressive forces are hatching conspiracies to finish the Maoists. Badal said: "Those agents of feudalism and imperialism will be attacked through sickle and hammer. There will be end to the power of feudal lords in the new Nepal to be formed after the polls."
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March - 28 
The Young Communist League (YCL) cadres disrupted a Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal (RPP-Nepal) election meet at Birauta in the Pokhara district, reported The Himalayan Times. A group of YCL cadres pelted stones at the meeting, said RPP Nepal’s Kask
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The Young Communist League (YCL) cadres disrupted a Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal (RPP-Nepal) election meet at Birauta in the Pokhara district, reported The Himalayan Times. A group of YCL cadres pelted stones at the meeting, said RPP Nepal’s Kaski chief Netra Bahadur Basnet. However, YCL’s Kaski chief Dipak Koirala denied the charge.
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March - 28 
At the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line), the troops neutralised two LTTE bunkers and killed two militants while injuring four others. Further, the LTTE militants opened fire and killed a soldier in the same area. Another soldier was killed due to
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At the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line), the troops neutralised two LTTE bunkers and killed two militants while injuring four others. Further, the LTTE militants opened fire and killed a soldier in the same area. Another soldier was killed due to the explosion of an LTTE laid booby trap in the area south of A-9 road in the Kilaly region.
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March - 28 
On March 28, nine militants were killed during two separate clashes that ensued after the troops confronted two LTTE movements in the Kaduruvitankulam and Periyathampane areas of the same district.
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On March 28, nine militants were killed during two separate clashes that ensued after the troops confronted two LTTE movements in the Kaduruvitankulam and Periyathampane areas of the same district.
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March - 28 
The troops neutralised an LTTE hide-out in the same area. Four militants and a soldier were killed and three other soldiers were injured in the incident. Five more LTTE militants were killed when the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker in the same area
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The troops neutralised an LTTE hide-out in the same area. Four militants and a soldier were killed and three other soldiers were injured in the incident. Five more LTTE militants were killed when the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker in the same area. One soldier was injured.
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March - 28 
Three militants were killed during an exchange of fire in Nagarkovil of Jaffna district. Two LTTE bunkers were destroyed.
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Three militants were killed during an exchange of fire in Nagarkovil of Jaffna district. Two LTTE bunkers were destroyed.
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March - 29 
On March 29, Kursinge Kousalya Bai alias Kamalakka, a woman cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), surrendered before the Adilabad district police, reports New Indian Express. Kamalakka hails from Lothera in the Jannaram mandal (a
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On March 29, Kursinge Kousalya Bai alias Kamalakka, a woman cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), surrendered before the Adilabad district police, reports New Indian Express. Kamalakka hails from Lothera in the Jannaram mandal (administrative division) and had participated in the attack on a police camp at Rani-Bodli in the Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh in which 55 policemen were killed.
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March - 29 
On March 29, two surrendered Naxalites (left-wing extremists), who were assisting the police by working as guides, escaped with two AK-47 rifles, seven magazines of ammunition and a hand grenade from the police headquarters in Gondia district, report
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On March 29, two surrendered Naxalites (left-wing extremists), who were assisting the police by working as guides, escaped with two AK-47 rifles, seven magazines of ammunition and a hand grenade from the police headquarters in Gondia district, reports Times of India. The duo has been identified as Arjun Kumbre and Babulal alias Shamlal Korcha, belonging to the Platoon unit dalam (squad) and Sangam unit of the Maoists.
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March - 29 
On the same day, two more villagers were abducted by the BNCT militants while collecting bamboo at Kasthamani Tripurapara in Bangladesh, about two kilometres south from international border. On March 30, a villager who too had been abducted was relea
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On the same day, two more villagers were abducted by the BNCT militants while collecting bamboo at Kasthamani Tripurapara in Bangladesh, about two kilometres south from international border. On March 30, a villager who too had been abducted was released with a demand letter by the militants.
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March - 29 
One suspected militant was shot dead by a team of Imphal West district police commandos during an encounter at Thangal Bazaar on March 29. An Indian made hand grenade along with one driving licence in the name of Irom Sharatchandra, son of late Juges
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One suspected militant was shot dead by a team of Imphal West district police commandos during an encounter at Thangal Bazaar on March 29. An Indian made hand grenade along with one driving licence in the name of Irom Sharatchandra, son of late Jugeshwore of Nambol Khabi Awang Leikai, were recovered by the police from the incident site.
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March - 29 
Tripurainfo quoting police source reports that two unidentified Borok National Council of Tripura (BNCT) militants in civil dress led by one Jatan Mohan Tripura raided the Mohinipara village under Raishyabari police station in the Dhalai district on
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Tripurainfo quoting police source reports that two unidentified Borok National Council of Tripura (BNCT) militants in civil dress led by one Jatan Mohan Tripura raided the Mohinipara village under Raishyabari police station in the Dhalai district on March 29. After collection of money, militants took away Kinamohan Tripura who had earlier been forced to accompany the militants during the extortion activities and crossed over to Bangladesh.
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March - 29 
Two militants, Bitush Debbarma and Bipin Debbarma, were arrested by Police from Ganakrampara village in the Champahowar area of West Tripura district on March 29. Two mobile sets and other incriminating documents were recovered from their possession.
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Two militants, Bitush Debbarma and Bipin Debbarma, were arrested by Police from Ganakrampara village in the Champahowar area of West Tripura district on March 29. Two mobile sets and other incriminating documents were recovered from their possession.
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March - 29 
A bomb disposal squad defused a bomb planted on a main road in the Gashkor area of Khawazakhela tehsil ( adminisrtaive division) .
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A bomb disposal squad defused a bomb planted on a main road in the Gashkor area of Khawazakhela tehsil ( adminisrtaive division) .
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March - 29 
A policeman, Syed Jamil Shah, was killed in the Saddar Police Station area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, by unidentified militants on March 29-morning, according to police, Daily Times reports. The victim had stopped at a shop adj
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A policeman, Syed Jamil Shah, was killed in the Saddar Police Station area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, by unidentified militants on March 29-morning, according to police, Daily Times reports. The victim had stopped at a shop adjacent to the police station when the assailants shot at injured him. He succumbed to his injuries later. No group has so far claimed responsibility for the killing, however, the Baloch nationalists in Quetta have targeted police personnel for the past several months. Several policemen, mainly those from the traffic police, have lost their lives and many have been injured.
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March - 29 
The security forces on March 29 arrested a top militant in the Swat district of North West Frontier Province (NWFP), government sources told Daily Times. Police raided a house in Saidu Sharif on a tip-off and arrested Mian Syed, resident of Puchar Ma
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The security forces on March 29 arrested a top militant in the Swat district of North West Frontier Province (NWFP), government sources told Daily Times. Police raided a house in Saidu Sharif on a tip-off and arrested Mian Syed, resident of Puchar Matta, and took him to an undisclosed location for investigation, they added.
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March - 29 
Nepal News reports that a group of about 100 Young Communist League (YCL) cadres on March 29 attempted to capture a FM radio station at Thulasain, immediately after the district's Maoist leader Jhankar Bahadur Rawal threatened, at an electoral mass m
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Nepal News reports that a group of about 100 Young Communist League (YCL) cadres on March 29 attempted to capture a FM radio station at Thulasain, immediately after the district's Maoist leader Jhankar Bahadur Rawal threatened, at an electoral mass meeting, that they might 'capture' the FM radio station. However, the police foiled the YCL cadres attempt.
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March - 29 
On March 29, cadres of the NC and CPN-UML clashed at Chajawa in the Dailekh district. Around a dozen CPN-UML leaders, including candidate of constituency number-2, Raj Bahadur Budha, were injured in the incident.
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On March 29, cadres of the NC and CPN-UML clashed at Chajawa in the Dailekh district. Around a dozen CPN-UML leaders, including candidate of constituency number-2, Raj Bahadur Budha, were injured in the incident.
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March - 29 
Two persons, identified as Firoz Khan and Parwez Iraqi Ansari, were killed and two others injured when unidentified assailants lobbed a bomb inside a mosque in the Sarauchiya area of Biratnagar on March 29-evening, reported Nepal News. The administra
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Two persons, identified as Firoz Khan and Parwez Iraqi Ansari, were killed and two others injured when unidentified assailants lobbed a bomb inside a mosque in the Sarauchiya area of Biratnagar on March 29-evening, reported Nepal News. The administration has clamped indefinite curfew in and around the area since 9pm following the explosion. Eyewitnesses claim that two persons on motorcycle had lobbed the bomb inside the mosque where over five dozen people were praying. A group called National Defence Army has claimed the responsibility for the explosion.
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March - 29 
Another militant was killed in an encounter in the Thirukethiswaram area of Mannar district.
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Another militant was killed in an encounter in the Thirukethiswaram area of Mannar district.
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March - 29 
At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed as the troops captured an area of about 700-metre in the Ilantaivan region of Mannar district, Sri Lanka Army reported. Two outfit’s bunkers were also neutralised in the incide
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At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed as the troops captured an area of about 700-metre in the Ilantaivan region of Mannar district, Sri Lanka Army reported. Two outfit’s bunkers were also neutralised in the incident.
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March - 29 
At least 11 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during separate clashes with the troops in the Madhu area of Mannar district on March 29, Sri Lanka Army reports. One soldier was also killed while four others were injured in
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At least 11 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during separate clashes with the troops in the Madhu area of Mannar district on March 29, Sri Lanka Army reports. One soldier was also killed while four others were injured in these clashes. The troops clearing the area later recovered five Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and 20 anti-personnel mines (APMs).
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March - 29 
At least eight LTTE militants were injured when troops opened fire towards an LTTE hideout in the Puttankulam area.
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At least eight LTTE militants were injured when troops opened fire towards an LTTE hideout in the Puttankulam area.
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March - 29 
Deputy Chairman of the Moneragala local council, A. Muththulingam, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen on March 29-evening, reports Colombo Page. According to the sources the victim, who was a doctor, was at his clinic in the Moneragala town when h
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Deputy Chairman of the Moneragala local council, A. Muththulingam, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen on March 29-evening, reports Colombo Page. According to the sources the victim, who was a doctor, was at his clinic in the Moneragala town when he was assassinated.
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March - 29 
During two separate confrontations between the two sides in the Nagarkovil and Eluttumadduwal areas of Jaffna district, the troops killed seven militants. One female militant was among the slain militants, troops at Eluttumadduwal confirmed.
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During two separate confrontations between the two sides in the Nagarkovil and Eluttumadduwal areas of Jaffna district, the troops killed seven militants. One female militant was among the slain militants, troops at Eluttumadduwal confirmed.
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March - 29 
Five soldiers sustained injuries in an LTTE fire in the area east of Madhu in the Mannar district.
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Five soldiers sustained injuries in an LTTE fire in the area east of Madhu in the Mannar district.
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March - 29 
The Hindu reports that an LTTE women music group has cut a disc titled 'Sparks of earthquake' that highlights through a song the protracted conflict in Sri Lanka. The cassette was released recently at Kilinochchi. The CD was released in the institute
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The Hindu reports that an LTTE women music group has cut a disc titled 'Sparks of earthquake' that highlights through a song the protracted conflict in Sri Lanka. The cassette was released recently at Kilinochchi. The CD was released in the institute, named after Sencholai, one of the earliest female militant to die in the battle field. The first cassette was presented to Shankar, whose two brothers were killed while fighting with the Sri Lankan army, the report said.
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March - 29 
The troops advanced towards the LTTE-held areas in the Kilaly region of Jaffna district and inflicted heavy casualties to the outfit, though the details are awaited. One bunker was reportedly neutralized by the troops.
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The troops advanced towards the LTTE-held areas in the Kilaly region of Jaffna district and inflicted heavy casualties to the outfit, though the details are awaited. One bunker was reportedly neutralized by the troops.
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March - 29 
The troops observed a movement of a group of LTTE militants in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district and opened fire. Four militants were confirmed killed in the troop’s firing.
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The troops observed a movement of a group of LTTE militants in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district and opened fire. Four militants were confirmed killed in the troop’s firing.
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March - 29 
The troops repulsed an LTTE fire in the Iramtyankulam area and subsequently recovered one T-56 mark III weapon, two hand grenades, one T-56 magazine, 30 rounds of T-56 ammunition, two solar panels, one DC electricity storage system box, a few recharg
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The troops repulsed an LTTE fire in the Iramtyankulam area and subsequently recovered one T-56 mark III weapon, two hand grenades, one T-56 magazine, 30 rounds of T-56 ammunition, two solar panels, one DC electricity storage system box, a few rechargeable batteries and one LTTE pack from the area.
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March - 29 
Two soldiers on clearing operations in the general area of Karampaikkulam sustained injuries due to the explosion of an LTTE laid booby trap.
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Two soldiers on clearing operations in the general area of Karampaikkulam sustained injuries due to the explosion of an LTTE laid booby trap.
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March - 30 
A bomb exploded at the residence of the Chief Engineer of the Minor Irrigation Department, Abdul Haque, at Kshetri Bengoon under Porompat police station in the Imphal East district on March 30. Police suspected the bomb was hurled by PULF militants i
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A bomb exploded at the residence of the Chief Engineer of the Minor Irrigation Department, Abdul Haque, at Kshetri Bengoon under Porompat police station in the Imphal East district on March 30. Police suspected the bomb was hurled by PULF militants in connection with the outfit’s recent warning to ‘surrender’ before the group.
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March - 30 
A report from Baramulla district said troops detected and subsequently defused an Improvised Explosive Device planted by militants on the Srinagar-Uri highway to target their convoy and other security force vehicles.
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A report from Baramulla district said troops detected and subsequently defused an Improvised Explosive Device planted by militants on the Srinagar-Uri highway to target their convoy and other security force vehicles.
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March - 30 
According to Daily Excelsior, security forces arrested two militants belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) from Gandbal in the Kulgam district on March 30.
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According to Daily Excelsior, security forces arrested two militants belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) from Gandbal in the Kulgam district on March 30.
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March - 30 
Elsewhere in the same district, another suspected militant, Longjam Uttamkumar Singh, was shot dead by police personnel at Keishampat Longjam Leikai. INR 150280 along with one 9-mm pistol was recovered from the slain militant.
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Elsewhere in the same district, another suspected militant, Longjam Uttamkumar Singh, was shot dead by police personnel at Keishampat Longjam Leikai. INR 150280 along with one 9-mm pistol was recovered from the slain militant.
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March - 30 
In the same district, SFs neutralized a terrorist hideout at Frisal Yaripora and recovered one AK rifle, three magazines, two hand grenades and a wireless set last evening.
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In the same district, SFs neutralized a terrorist hideout at Frisal Yaripora and recovered one AK rifle, three magazines, two hand grenades and a wireless set last evening.
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March - 30 
On March 30, one People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, Ningthoujam Rajendro Singh, who was behind the firing incident at the house of the Health Minister Ph. Parijat, was arrested by the Imphal East district police from Chingkhei
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On March 30, one People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, Ningthoujam Rajendro Singh, who was behind the firing incident at the house of the Health Minister Ph. Parijat, was arrested by the Imphal East district police from Chingkhei Laihaoroapham. Following his confession, a women cadre of the outfit, identified as Laishom ongbi Raseshori Devi, was arrested.
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March - 30 
On March 30, the Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh said that the militant groups operating in the state are collecting money from the donations given in the name of God at various temples. He mentioned that the charge levied per individual by
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On March 30, the Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh said that the militant groups operating in the state are collecting money from the donations given in the name of God at various temples. He mentioned that the charge levied per individual by the temple authorities was INR 30 per head earlier, and now it had increased to INR 50 as the militants collected INR 5 to 10 per head from those offering the feasts.
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March - 30 
On March 30, the Superintendent of Police (Special Branch) Claudia A. Lyngwa while terming the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) as "an organisation of a few vested interests," said deteriorating cadre strength of the outfit had forced i
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On March 30, the Superintendent of Police (Special Branch) Claudia A. Lyngwa while terming the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) as "an organisation of a few vested interests," said deteriorating cadre strength of the outfit had forced it to join hands with the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), reports Shillong Times. She claimed that HNLC was losing in numbers and was trying to have new recruits and that the outfit's cadre strength would be between 70 and 80, including a few senior members camping in Bangladesh. "These (few) vested interests (HNLC activists) are very much aware that they are losing their strength every day and the best option for them is to surrender," she mentioned, adding, "Deteriorating cadre strength has forced HNLC to join hands with the NLFT."
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March - 30 
One National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant, Ngachonmi Thangkhul alias Helper, was arrested from the Sanjenthong Mahabali area.
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One National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant, Ngachonmi Thangkhul alias Helper, was arrested from the Sanjenthong Mahabali area.
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March - 30 
One suspected cadre of the Military Council faction of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) was killed by the Thoubal district police commandos during an encounter at Charangpat Mayai Leikai on the same afternoon. While one .32 pistol loaded with thr
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One suspected cadre of the Military Council faction of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) was killed by the Thoubal district police commandos during an encounter at Charangpat Mayai Leikai on the same afternoon. While one .32 pistol loaded with three live rounds was recovered from the slain militant, his accomplice, however, managed to escape from the encounter site.
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March - 30 
Police on March 30 re-arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, Abdul Kabir, who had escaped from custody of Doda police station on March 24, from village Dhara where he had gone to meet his old associates.
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Police on March 30 re-arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, Abdul Kabir, who had escaped from custody of Doda police station on March 24, from village Dhara where he had gone to meet his old associates.
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March - 30 
Twelve National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants surrendered before Assam Rifles at Kanchanpur in the North Tripura district on March 30. They were identified as Narahari Janata, Dinash Dbarna, Amardulal Jamarya. Trinajit Janara, Milmany
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Twelve National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants surrendered before Assam Rifles at Kanchanpur in the North Tripura district on March 30. They were identified as Narahari Janata, Dinash Dbarna, Amardulal Jamarya. Trinajit Janara, Milmany Reang, Falayjpy Triputa, Laxhmanram Reanf, Agnijoy Reang, Rupandra Reang, Tajendra Trang, Titaram Reang, and Kamanjpy Reang. The militants, however, did not deposit any arm during the time of their surrender.
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March - 30 
Two HM militants, identified as Farooq Ahmed and Mohammed Iqbal, surrendered before the SFs in the Gandoh area of Kishtwar district. They handed over one INSAS rifle with magazines and ammunition, one wireless set, SLR and LMG magazines, grenades and
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Two HM militants, identified as Farooq Ahmed and Mohammed Iqbal, surrendered before the SFs in the Gandoh area of Kishtwar district. They handed over one INSAS rifle with magazines and ammunition, one wireless set, SLR and LMG magazines, grenades and some documents.
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March - 30 
Two PULF cadres, Toijam Sonamani Meitei and Khumbongmayum Nando Singh alias Narayan Singh, were arrested from Soibam Leikai. An extortion note of the outfit addressed to the Public Hospital signed by secretary finance of the outfit was also seized fr
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Two PULF cadres, Toijam Sonamani Meitei and Khumbongmayum Nando Singh alias Narayan Singh, were arrested from Soibam Leikai. An extortion note of the outfit addressed to the Public Hospital signed by secretary finance of the outfit was also seized from his possession. One People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Khumbongmayum Sharat Singh alias Arun alias Likla, was also arrested from Kangla.
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March - 30 
A missile allegedly fired on March 30 from across the Pakistan-Afghanistan border destroyed the office of Mullah Nazeer, a pro-government Taliban leader, in Wana in South Waziristan, The News reported. It was the second missile attack on Nazeer's off
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A missile allegedly fired on March 30 from across the Pakistan-Afghanistan border destroyed the office of Mullah Nazeer, a pro-government Taliban leader, in Wana in South Waziristan, The News reported. It was the second missile attack on Nazeer's office in Wana, the headquarters of South Waziristan, in a fortnight. The office building was destroyed by the blast but there was no loss of life. However, officials of the political administration said the explosion was caused by a time-bomb planted by unknown people at the office of Nazeer.
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March - 30 
Al Qaeda is training western-looking operatives in the tribal areas of Pakistan, making it easier for them to get past security at US airports, according to CIA Director Michael Hayden, Dawn reported. Talking on NBC’s news programme ‘Meet the Press’,
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Al Qaeda is training western-looking operatives in the tribal areas of Pakistan, making it easier for them to get past security at US airports, according to CIA Director Michael Hayden, Dawn reported. Talking on NBC’s news programme ‘Meet the Press’, Hayden said the most likely point of origin from where terrorists would launch another attack against the US was the sanctuary in tribal areas along the border with Afghanistan. He also said that the agency believed Osama bin Laden was in the border region, between Pakistan and Afghanistan, but he was "not operationally involved." He "is more of an iconic figure" for the global terrorist movement, Hayden stated, adding that killing or capturing him and deputy commander Ayman Al Zawahiri remained a "high priority for the CIA."
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March - 30 
Militants blew up a stretch of a 20-inch-diameter gas pipeline in the Sui area of Dera Bugti district on March 30, according to Daily Times. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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Militants blew up a stretch of a 20-inch-diameter gas pipeline in the Sui area of Dera Bugti district on March 30, according to Daily Times. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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March - 30 
Militants detonated a remote-controlled bomb near the Saidu Sharif police post late on March 30, damaging the building partially. Militants also blew up a mobile phone shop in Lakki Marwat with explosives. However, no casualty was reported in these i
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Militants detonated a remote-controlled bomb near the Saidu Sharif police post late on March 30, damaging the building partially. Militants also blew up a mobile phone shop in Lakki Marwat with explosives. However, no casualty was reported in these incidents.
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March - 30 
Police defused a bomb that was planted under a bridge at Pashore-Karachi highway.
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Police defused a bomb that was planted under a bridge at Pashore-Karachi highway.
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March - 30 
Suspected militants blew up two girl schools in Shiraki and Zargonkhel and one Khasadar check-post in Darra Adam Khel in the NWFP, The Post reported. However, no loss of life has been reported.
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Suspected militants blew up two girl schools in Shiraki and Zargonkhel and one Khasadar check-post in Darra Adam Khel in the NWFP, The Post reported. However, no loss of life has been reported.
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March - 30 
The News has reported that the security forces (SFs) pounded hideouts of militants in the Matta sub-division of Swat district in the early hours of March 30. Sources said that the SFs targeted the hideouts of militants in Peuchar area with artillery,
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The News has reported that the security forces (SFs) pounded hideouts of militants in the Matta sub-division of Swat district in the early hours of March 30. Sources said that the SFs targeted the hideouts of militants in Peuchar area with artillery, although no casualty was reported. Peuchar is considered to be one of the biggest hideouts of militants in the Swat valley. However, no major operation had so far been launched in the area.
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March - 30 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) said on March 30 that it was ready for talks with the Government, provided that Islamabad reverses its pro-American policies, Daily Times reported. TTP leaders told a rally in the Inayat Kalay Bazaar of Bajaur Age
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) said on March 30 that it was ready for talks with the Government, provided that Islamabad reverses its pro-American policies, Daily Times reported. TTP leaders told a rally in the Inayat Kalay Bazaar of Bajaur Agency in the FATA that they welcomed Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gillani’s announcement that the Government would negotiate with the Taliban and end the Frontier Crimes Regulations. Gillani said on March 20 that fighting terrorism would be his top priority and offered to hold talks with those militants who laid down their weapons. "We are ready to talk to all those people who give up arms and are ready to embrace peace," Gillani told parliament. TTP leaders, including Maulana Faqir Muhammad, Maulana Sher Bahadar, Muhammad Ismail, and party spokesman Maulana Omar, also demanded the implementation of Sharia law and the jirga system according to tribal traditions. They also said jihad against America would continue in Afghanistan. However, they added that they were ready to end their activities and improve law and order in Pakistan if the Government showed flexibility. Faqir said Islamabad should not cooperate with the United States, AP reported. "Whenever Pakistan will work for American interests as its ally, we will oppose it," Faqir said, amid chants of "death to America". The TTP leaders said that the Taliban were defenders of the country and that Pakistan’s western border was safe because of them.
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March - 30 
Kantipuronline reports that workers of the Samyukta Janatantrik Tarai Mukti Morcha, one of the several underground armed outfits involved in violence in the Terai districts, detonated two bombs at district headquarter Gaur. However, no casualties wer
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Kantipuronline reports that workers of the Samyukta Janatantrik Tarai Mukti Morcha, one of the several underground armed outfits involved in violence in the Terai districts, detonated two bombs at district headquarter Gaur. However, no casualties were reported. Bishal Yadav, who identified himself as the group's "army commander," claimed responsibility for the blasts.
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March - 30 
The Nepali Congress (NC) accused that cadres of the Madhesi Peoples Rights Forum (MPRF) shot at and injured NC cadre Abdulla Mansur at Narsingh VDC in the Sunsari district. He was shot while he was returning after meeting NC candidate for constituenc
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The Nepali Congress (NC) accused that cadres of the Madhesi Peoples Rights Forum (MPRF) shot at and injured NC cadre Abdulla Mansur at Narsingh VDC in the Sunsari district. He was shot while he was returning after meeting NC candidate for constituency-5, Sujata Koirala, in Inaruwa.
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March - 30 
The Young Communist League (YCL) cadres on March 30 threatened villagers in the Nawalparasi district with eviction if they did not vote for the CPN-Maoist candidates and the party, reports The Himalayan Times. Locals of Arkhala, Bharatipur, Jaubari,
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The Young Communist League (YCL) cadres on March 30 threatened villagers in the Nawalparasi district with eviction if they did not vote for the CPN-Maoist candidates and the party, reports The Himalayan Times. Locals of Arkhala, Bharatipur, Jaubari, Mithukaram, Ruchang, Dedgaon and other villages in the northern part of the district blamed the YCL of threatening them to vote for the Maoists or face torture and even forceful eviction from the villages. They said the Maoists have warned that they would torture the villagers more than what they had done during the 12-year-long armed struggle if they opted not to vote for the Maoists. The Nawalparasi district election office also urged the political parties not to launch any activity which might prevent citizens from casting votes. The Maoist Nawalparasi district secretary, Anup, however, denied the charge as false and baseless.
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March - 30 
Three cadres of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) were injured during a clash with the Maoists in the Beluwa Chowk area of Bardiya district, according to Nepal News. The incident occurred immediately after a cycle rally
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Three cadres of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) were injured during a clash with the Maoists in the Beluwa Chowk area of Bardiya district, according to Nepal News. The incident occurred immediately after a cycle rally of the CPN-UML.
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March - 30 
Two persons of a family were killed when a bomb, allegedly left behind by the Maoists, exploded in the Jajarkot district on March 30-evening, reported Nepal News. Reports said the blast occurred inside the house of one Parasuram Shah in the Garkhakot
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Two persons of a family were killed when a bomb, allegedly left behind by the Maoists, exploded in the Jajarkot district on March 30-evening, reported Nepal News. Reports said the blast occurred inside the house of one Parasuram Shah in the Garkhakot Village Development Committee (VDC) at around 7:30pm, killing his two sons Govinda and Dhan Bahadur. Officials at the Jajarkot District Police Office said a rocket launcher, a sub-machinegun and some explosives were recovered from the house. They suspect that the Maoists were using the house to store arms and explosives.
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March - 30 
One more soldier was killed during another encounter between the two sides in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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One more soldier was killed during another encounter between the two sides in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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March - 30 
One soldier got injured in a LTTE-triggered anti personnel mine explosion (APM) in the area northeast of Madhu in the Mannar district. Another explosion of an LTTE laid APM in the area northwest of Kiruchuddan Kulam injured one soldier. Separately, a
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One soldier got injured in a LTTE-triggered anti personnel mine explosion (APM) in the area northeast of Madhu in the Mannar district. Another explosion of an LTTE laid APM in the area northwest of Kiruchuddan Kulam injured one soldier. Separately, another soldier received injuries when LTTE militants opened fire on the troops in the Kathankulam area.
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March - 30 
Six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during three separate encounters in the Malikaittidal, Veddayamurippu and Adampan areas of Mannar district on March 30, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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Six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during three separate encounters in the Malikaittidal, Veddayamurippu and Adampan areas of Mannar district on March 30, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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March - 30 
The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter carried out an aerial attack and neutralised a Sea Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) base at Chilawatta in the Alampil area of Mullaitivu district on March 30.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter carried out an aerial attack and neutralised a Sea Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) base at Chilawatta in the Alampil area of Mullaitivu district on March 30.
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March - 30 
The troops destroyed an LTTE bunker in the north of Kallikulam in the Vavuniya district and killed two militants. Two militants were also injured in the incident.
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The troops destroyed an LTTE bunker in the north of Kallikulam in the Vavuniya district and killed two militants. Two militants were also injured in the incident.
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March - 30 
The troops during search and clear operations in the Narakamulla, Palchenai and Omadiyamadu areas of Batticaloa district recovered one T-56 weapon, three T-56 magazines, two Light Machine Gun (LMG) drums, eight 81-mm mortar bombs, one claymore mine o
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The troops during search and clear operations in the Narakamulla, Palchenai and Omadiyamadu areas of Batticaloa district recovered one T-56 weapon, three T-56 magazines, two Light Machine Gun (LMG) drums, eight 81-mm mortar bombs, one claymore mine of 3-kg, 200 APMs, 250 electric detonators, eight 81-mm mortar primer cartridge, 850 ammunitions of 12.7-mm weapon. Also three T-56 weapons, 15 T-56 magazines, 1150 7.62 mm x 39 mm ammunition, 10 APMs with fuse, two 10-kg claymore mines, two 8-kg claymore mines, 10 detonators and a few other items were recovered by the troops from the Narakamulla area on March 30.
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March - 30 
The troops killed an LTTE militant in the same region.
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The troops killed an LTTE militant in the same region.
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March - 30 
The troops shot dead an LTTE militant, identified as Iravendran, in an encounter in the area east of Villattikulam. One more LTTE militant was killed by the troops in the Periyavalayankadu area.
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The troops shot dead an LTTE militant, identified as Iravendran, in an encounter in the area east of Villattikulam. One more LTTE militant was killed by the troops in the Periyavalayankadu area.
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March - 30 
Three soldiers were killed and four others injured during clashes with the LTTE militants in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district. One militant was also killed while an unspecified number of them sustained injuries during the c
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Three soldiers were killed and four others injured during clashes with the LTTE militants in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district. One militant was also killed while an unspecified number of them sustained injuries during the clashes. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered one hand grenade, 300 APMs, 3400 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 10 hand grenades.
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March - 30 
Two soldiers were wounded during clashes in the Ramanathankulam and Kallikulam areas of Vavuniya district.
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Two soldiers were wounded during clashes in the Ramanathankulam and Kallikulam areas of Vavuniya district.
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March - 31 
18 cadres belonging to various outfits, including 13 from the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), three from the NDFB and one each from the Khaplang and Isak-Muivah factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN), surrendered before
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18 cadres belonging to various outfits, including 13 from the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), three from the NDFB and one each from the Khaplang and Isak-Muivah factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN), surrendered before Major General Jatinder Singh, General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Mountain Division at Dinjan Military Station in the Dibrugarh district on March 31.
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March - 31 
An assistant engineer of Building Division-II of the state Public Works Department (PWD), Keisham Nabachandra Singh, was shot dead by two unidentified militants at Utlou Mamang Leikai under Nambol police station in the Bishnupur district on March 31-
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An assistant engineer of Building Division-II of the state Public Works Department (PWD), Keisham Nabachandra Singh, was shot dead by two unidentified militants at Utlou Mamang Leikai under Nambol police station in the Bishnupur district on March 31-evening, reports Imphal Free Press. Later, the Military Council faction of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) claimed responsibility for Nabachandra’s killing.
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March - 31 
An encounter was reported between suspected militants and Thoubal district police commandos at Kakching bazar on the same day.
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An encounter was reported between suspected militants and Thoubal district police commandos at Kakching bazar on the same day.
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March - 31 
Army recovered US $100000 from a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) hideout at Mimi zone of Manabhum reserve forest in Arunachal Pradesh on March 31-night, according to Telegraph. "The Ulfa militants managed to escape with their weapons taking ad
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Army recovered US $100000 from a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) hideout at Mimi zone of Manabhum reserve forest in Arunachal Pradesh on March 31-night, according to Telegraph. "The Ulfa militants managed to escape with their weapons taking advantage of the darkness, but our troops found the bag containing the cash," Colonel Harbir Singh, Commanding Officer of 11 Sikh Light Infantry, said.
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March - 31 
Guwahati Police recovered arms from three persons, Marcus Narzary, Ajit Boro and Binod Basumatary, who were arrested from Chandan Nagar locality on March 31-afternoon. The recovery included four 5.56 pistols, two M 20 pistols, two pen pistols and one
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Guwahati Police recovered arms from three persons, Marcus Narzary, Ajit Boro and Binod Basumatary, who were arrested from Chandan Nagar locality on March 31-afternoon. The recovery included four 5.56 pistols, two M 20 pistols, two pen pistols and one revolver. The arrested persons claimed to be National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) cadres.
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March - 31 
On March 31, a day-long general strike called by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Chhattisgarh halted iron ore mining and transport services, reports IANS. The strike was called in protest against the killing of 17 Maoists on March
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On March 31, a day-long general strike called by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Chhattisgarh halted iron ore mining and transport services, reports IANS. The strike was called in protest against the killing of 17 Maoists on March 18 in a joint operation involving the Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh Police in the Bijapur district. The transport of iron ore from the National Mineral Development Corp’s (NMDC) mines at Bailadila in the Dantewada district was severely affected as no trains plied on the Jagdalpur-Kirandul route during the strike. In Kirandul areas, mining workers did not turn up for work fearing the Maoists.
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March - 31 
On March 31, Police in the capital Srinagar arrested the Pulwama district ‘commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Rayees Kachru, who had allegedly killed as many as 28 soldiers and civilians in the last seven years, Daily Excelsior reported. Insp
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On March 31, Police in the capital Srinagar arrested the Pulwama district ‘commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Rayees Kachru, who had allegedly killed as many as 28 soldiers and civilians in the last seven years, Daily Excelsior reported. Inspector General of Police (Kashmir Zone), Shiv Murari Sahai, disclosed at a press conference that Police had arrested one of the top wanted commanders and IED experts of the HM, Rayees Ahmad Dar alias Rayees Kachru, from his hideout in Srinagar early in the morning. Subsequent interrogation led to the recovery of three Universal Machine Guns, one Sniper rifle, one AK 47 rifle, 4000 rounds of assorted ammunition, three pistols, three wireless sets, two rocket launcher shells, four shells, one hand grenade, three rifle grenades besides two canes of liquid explosive containing around 60 litres of explosives and one IED weighing 25 Kgs from the Pulwama district. In a statement, the Hizb spokesman Mir Khalil-ur-Rehman confirmed Kachru's arrest but insisted that he was an ordinary member of his organization and not a commander.
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March - 31 
On March 31, seven claymore mines and three landmines were recovered during a search operation launched jointly by the Police and Central Reserve Police Force at Sarju Ghati under Garu police station in the Latehar district, reports The Hindu.
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On March 31, seven claymore mines and three landmines were recovered during a search operation launched jointly by the Police and Central Reserve Police Force at Sarju Ghati under Garu police station in the Latehar district, reports The Hindu.
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March - 31 
On March 31, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) interrogating the suspected agent of Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Mohammad Mafizur Rahman said that Indian Army’s Sukna, Khaprail and Binnaguri
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On March 31, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) interrogating the suspected agent of Pakistani external intelligence agency, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Mohammad Mafizur Rahman said that Indian Army’s Sukna, Khaprail and Binnaguri base camps in North Bengal were found in a CD recovered from him. Rahman, a Bangladesh national was arrested on March 27 from Tripura capital Agartala. Mamun, a wanted criminal in Bangladesh is also believed to have recruited youths to collect information regarding deployment of army jawans and location of their camps.
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March - 31 
On March 31, the Union Government defended the anti-Maoist campaign Salwa Judum in the Supreme Court, reports Economic Times. Additional Solicitor-General Gopal Subramanian, appearing for the Union Government, supported the Chhattisgarh Government an
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On March 31, the Union Government defended the anti-Maoist campaign Salwa Judum in the Supreme Court, reports Economic Times. Additional Solicitor-General Gopal Subramanian, appearing for the Union Government, supported the Chhattisgarh Government and said the petitioners’ claims of excesses during Salwa Judum were exaggerated. "The perception put forth by the petitioners is subject to much moderation," he said. He further argued, "When hundreds of people are killed by Naxalites [Maoists], the state has to do something to protect them." Separately, the Chhattisgarh Government counsel Manish Singhvi said that many of the allegations of excesses by Salwa Judum activists were found to be false upon inquiry.
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March - 31 
One teacher of Bhalukdanga Bidya Mandir High School, identified as Bijay Chaudhury, was shot at and wounded by unidentified militants at Barama in the Baska district on March 31, reports Assam Tribune.
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One teacher of Bhalukdanga Bidya Mandir High School, identified as Bijay Chaudhury, was shot at and wounded by unidentified militants at Barama in the Baska district on March 31, reports Assam Tribune.
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March - 31 
Sentinel reports that the NDFB cadres, residing in unauthorized camps, have been extorting money from common people and harassing businessmen in the Baska district. The District Superintendent of Police, P.K. Datta asked the NDFB cadres residing at B
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Sentinel reports that the NDFB cadres, residing in unauthorized camps, have been extorting money from common people and harassing businessmen in the Baska district. The District Superintendent of Police, P.K. Datta asked the NDFB cadres residing at Barama and Hajuwa camps to move to the Barbari designated camp. The report added that as many as 20 NDFB cadres were forced to vacate the camps at Barama and Hajuwa.
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March - 31 
The chief of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), Hagrama Mohilary, withdrew his talks offer to Ranjan Daimary, ‘chief’ of the NDFB, according to Telegraph.
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The chief of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), Hagrama Mohilary, withdrew his talks offer to Ranjan Daimary, ‘chief’ of the NDFB, according to Telegraph.
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March - 31 
The Hindu reports that the Supreme Court examining two petitions alleging that the Chattisgarh government was allegedly arming civilians involved in Salwa Judum movement to fight the naxalites (left-wing extremists), on March 31 remarked, "It is a qu
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The Hindu reports that the Supreme Court examining two petitions alleging that the Chattisgarh government was allegedly arming civilians involved in Salwa Judum movement to fight the naxalites (left-wing extremists), on March 31 remarked, "It is a question of law and order. You (state government) cannot give arms to somebody (a civilian) and allow him to kill. You will be an abettor of the offence under section 302 of the Indian Penal Code". The Bench comprising Chief Justice K G Balakrishnan and Justice Aftab Alam said a neutral agency should inquire and assess whether people had joined Salwa Judum camps on their own. The state government had earlier denied that Salwa Judum was a state-sponsored movement and said that action shall be taken if any Salwa Judum activist transgresses the confines of the law.
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March - 31 
Three tipper trucks of the Border Road Task Force (BRTF), loaded with cement, were set ablaze by suspected militants at Gournagar at the foothills of Baruni hills under Lamlai police station in the Imphal East district on March 31.
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Three tipper trucks of the Border Road Task Force (BRTF), loaded with cement, were set ablaze by suspected militants at Gournagar at the foothills of Baruni hills under Lamlai police station in the Imphal East district on March 31.
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March - 31 
Times of India reports that seven "grassroots workers" of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) were arrested from Nimar and Malwa regions of Madhya Pradesh on March 31. Raids are continuing in the rural areas in several other districts inclu
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Times of India reports that seven "grassroots workers" of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) were arrested from Nimar and Malwa regions of Madhya Pradesh on March 31. Raids are continuing in the rural areas in several other districts including Khandwa and Dhar. The state government claimed that the arrested SIMI cadres were planning to attack Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leaders. Cabinet minister Kailash Vijayavargiya said, "Not only has the Indore police arrested those wanted in the terror bomb-blasts throughout the country, they have also foiled another major plot to kill top BJP and VHP leaders — including L K Advani, Narendra Modi and Praveen Togadia." A source in the state police said that other than some top BJP-Hindutva leaders on their hit list, SIMI had plans of another terror strike this year.
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March - 31 
Two militants are believed to have been trapped at a mosque during the course of a cordon-and-search operation by the security forces at village Papchhan in Bandipora.
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Two militants are believed to have been trapped at a mosque during the course of a cordon-and-search operation by the security forces at village Papchhan in Bandipora.
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March - 31 
Zee News reports that a team of Madhya Pradesh Police arrested five cadres of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) on March 31 (today) from an unspecified location. Meanwhile, the investigators interrogating the 13 SIMI leaders arrested in M
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Zee News reports that a team of Madhya Pradesh Police arrested five cadres of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) on March 31 (today) from an unspecified location. Meanwhile, the investigators interrogating the 13 SIMI leaders arrested in Madhya Pradesh last week have claimed that the banned outfit were planning to kill top leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), including the Leader of Opposition L. K. Advani, and Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi. The investigators further claimed that the SIMI was even running training camps for militants to carry out terrorist attacks in the country. The Superintendent of Police in Indore, Anshuman Yadav, said, "Those arrested were planning to disrupt peace, law and order by trying to eliminate some top rung politicians including Uma Bharti, VHP [Vishwa Hindu Parishad] leaders Ashok Singhal and Praveen Togadia."
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March - 31 
A man and a woman were stoned to death by militants in the Khwezai-Baezai area of Mohmand Agency in the FATA on March 31 after a ‘qazi court’ (Islamic court) found them guilty of adultery, Dawn reported. This is the first incident of Rajam (stoning t
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A man and a woman were stoned to death by militants in the Khwezai-Baezai area of Mohmand Agency in the FATA on March 31 after a ‘qazi court’ (Islamic court) found them guilty of adultery, Dawn reported. This is the first incident of Rajam (stoning to death) carried out in FATA. Earlier, couples found guilty of adultery by militants or tribesmen were executed by firing squads. The woman, identified as Shano from Mohmand Agency, had allegedly eloped with Daulat Khan Malikdeenkhel of Bara on March 15. Dr Asad, a spokesman for the militants, told Dawn that Shano was a married woman living in Peshawar’s Deen Bahar colony. He said a complaint had been received from her family that she had been abducted by Daulat Khan. But later it was reported that she had eloped with him. He stated that some members of the Taliban captured them in Nowshera when they were returning from Karachi. He said the qazi found the couple guilty of adultery and sentenced them to death by stoning and the sentence was carried out in Khwaezai-Baezai, about 40-kms west of the Mohmand Agency’s headquarters Ghalanai.
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A suspected militant was killed in an exchange of fire with the security forces (SFs) at a checkpoint near Tank in South Waziristan on March 31, Dawn reported. Police said that the clash occurred at the Luqman checkpoint on the Tank-Jandola road at a
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A suspected militant was killed in an exchange of fire with the security forces (SFs) at a checkpoint near Tank in South Waziristan on March 31, Dawn reported. Police said that the clash occurred at the Luqman checkpoint on the Tank-Jandola road at about 12 noon. They said that SF personnel were searching passengers at a checkpoint when one of the passengers, Sarwar Khan of South Waziristan, refused to be searched.
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March - 31 
An official source said two would-be suicide bombers – Azeem Khan (31), and Akbar Ali, who is about 16-years-old – had entered Mingora.
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An official source said two would-be suicide bombers – Azeem Khan (31), and Akbar Ali, who is about 16-years-old – had entered Mingora.
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March - 31 
In FATA, suspected militants fired three rockets at the Inayat Killay Scouts fort in the Bajaur Agency late on March 31, although no casualties were reported, Daily Times reported. Meanwhile, a bomb exploded near the Agency headquarters at Khar, but
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In FATA, suspected militants fired three rockets at the Inayat Killay Scouts fort in the Bajaur Agency late on March 31, although no casualties were reported, Daily Times reported. Meanwhile, a bomb exploded near the Agency headquarters at Khar, but there were no casualties.
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March - 31 
Security forces arrested on March 31-night a suspected suicide bomber, identified as Saqib of Baffa area, from a place near the Shawal Najif Army Camp in the Mansehra district, Dawn reported. They also claimed to have seized explosives.
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Security forces arrested on March 31-night a suspected suicide bomber, identified as Saqib of Baffa area, from a place near the Shawal Najif Army Camp in the Mansehra district, Dawn reported. They also claimed to have seized explosives.
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March - 31 
Three policemen and a civilian were injured in a roadside bomb blast in the Swat district of NWFP on March 31, according to Daily Times. The policemen were returning to the Kanjoo police post after defusing a bomb in Ningolai when the van they were t
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Three policemen and a civilian were injured in a roadside bomb blast in the Swat district of NWFP on March 31, according to Daily Times. The policemen were returning to the Kanjoo police post after defusing a bomb in Ningolai when the van they were traveling in hit a roadside bomb in Dherai. Police said they had arrested a militant commander after the blast.
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March - 31 
Another incident in Janakapura, an unidentified gang exploded six socket bombs at different places in Janakapura municipality. But the blasts caused no damage, the Dhanusha district police office said.
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Another incident in Janakapura, an unidentified gang exploded six socket bombs at different places in Janakapura municipality. But the blasts caused no damage, the Dhanusha district police office said.
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March - 31 
Four persons, including a child, were injured when a socket bomb exploded at Maisthan in the Birgunj district on March 31, The Himalayan Times reports. One Sangeeta Devi, her 10-year-old son Bitu Kumar Patawa and Ayub Ansari sustained injuries when a
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Four persons, including a child, were injured when a socket bomb exploded at Maisthan in the Birgunj district on March 31, The Himalayan Times reports. One Sangeeta Devi, her 10-year-old son Bitu Kumar Patawa and Ayub Ansari sustained injuries when an unidentified assailant hurled the bomb at an open ground in front of a temple at Maisthan, police said. Another injured person has not been identified as yet. Another socket bomb went off at a bus stand. However, no casualty was reported. Meanwhile, the Madhes Mukti Tigers' district in-charge Babu Mastan has owned up the responsibility for the blasts.
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March - 31 
The Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) has said the Maoists have abducted 10 UML cadres, who were on an election campaign at Bhagwati VDC in the Jajarkot district on March 31. The UML men were abducted from Thulabagar where
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The Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) has said the Maoists have abducted 10 UML cadres, who were on an election campaign at Bhagwati VDC in the Jajarkot district on March 31. The UML men were abducted from Thulabagar where they had gone for a publicity campaign three days earlier. Those abducted are area committee secretary Purna Prasad Basnet, members Mohan Bahadur Basnet, Kali Bahadur Basnet, Dip Bahadur Basnet, Nara bahadur Khatri, Kag Bahadur Basnet, Bishnu Bahadur Khatri, Krishna Prasad Jaisi, Krishna Bahadur Khatri and Khadga Bahadur Oli. Of those abducted, the whereabouts of Krishna Bahadur Jaisi, Krishna Bahadur Khatri and Khadga Bahadur Khatri remain unknown while others are said to be under the control of the Maoists in the area. The UML local leaders said they were abducted by a group of Maoists led by district committee member of CPN-Maoist Buddhi Gurung.
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March - 31 
The Maoists on March 31 obstructed the publicity campaign of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party candidate of Surkhet constituency-2, Bal Bahadur Bhandari, and destroyed his publicity material.
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The Maoists on March 31 obstructed the publicity campaign of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party candidate of Surkhet constituency-2, Bal Bahadur Bhandari, and destroyed his publicity material.
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March - 31 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel recovered 12 hand bombs from Gopalpur village in the Sujanagar sub-district of Pabna district on March 31, reports Daily Star. RAB authorities suspect that the bombs might have been kept at the village by the le
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel recovered 12 hand bombs from Gopalpur village in the Sujanagar sub-district of Pabna district on March 31, reports Daily Star. RAB authorities suspect that the bombs might have been kept at the village by the left-wing extremists.
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March - 31 
On March 31, a tractor carrying LTTE militants was fired upon by the troops in the Mundimurichchikulam area of Vavuniya district. Troops confirmed that six militants were killed in the incident.
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On March 31, a tractor carrying LTTE militants was fired upon by the troops in the Mundimurichchikulam area of Vavuniya district. Troops confirmed that six militants were killed in the incident.
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March - 31 
The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets bombed the illegal LTTE airstrip at Iranamadu, about 10-km west of Mullaitivu, on March 31-morning and caused extensive damages to the airstrip.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets bombed the illegal LTTE airstrip at Iranamadu, about 10-km west of Mullaitivu, on March 31-morning and caused extensive damages to the airstrip.
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*Data till , May 07, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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