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May - 1 
Addressing the 103rd Inter-Parliamentary Conference in Amman, Jordan, on May 1, Lok Sabha Speaker G. M. C. Balayogi has suggested that a comprehensive international convention should be held to understand the gravity of the problem of global terroris
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Addressing the 103rd Inter-Parliamentary Conference in Amman, Jordan, on May 1, Lok Sabha Speaker G. M. C. Balayogi has suggested that a comprehensive international convention should be held to understand the gravity of the problem of global terrorism.This, the Speaker said, would also help evolve mechanisms to effectively deal with the problem and added that the most serious challenge to the civil society today came from global terrorism. He appealed to the world to evolve a sustained and co-ordinated effort to deal with this menace.
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May - 1 
Eight persons including four militants and an army officer were killed in various militancy-related incidents since the evening of May 1 in Jammu and Kashmir. Most incidents occurred in Pulwama district. Three militants and a Border Security Force (B
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Eight persons including four militants and an army officer were killed in various militancy-related incidents since the evening of May 1 in Jammu and Kashmir. Most incidents occurred in Pulwama district. Three militants and a Border Security Force (BSF) officer were killed at Dangerpora village in the district. One slain militant was identified as a member of the Hizbul Mujahideen, while the other two were suspected to be foreigners. In another incident, a school teacher was killed by militants. In a third incident, three security force personnel were injured in an ongoing encounter until last reports came in. Police also arrested two militants while another militant surrendered with some arms and ammunition in the district.
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May - 1 
Elsewhere in the same district, National Democratic Front Of Tripura (NDFT) militants killed two persons in Jirania. Following this incident, curfew was clamped and shoot-at-sight order issued in the district.
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Elsewhere in the same district, National Democratic Front Of Tripura (NDFT) militants killed two persons in Jirania. Following this incident, curfew was clamped and shoot-at-sight order issued in the district.
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May - 1 
Meanwhile on May 1, a judge in Rajasthan sentenced fifteen persons including two Kashmiri women and two Pakistanis for involvement in the 1996 Delhi bomb blasts incident.
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Meanwhile on May 1, a judge in Rajasthan sentenced fifteen persons including two Kashmiri women and two Pakistanis for involvement in the 1996 Delhi bomb blasts incident.
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May - 1 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland –Khaplang (NSCN-K) has called for an immediate end to the continued bloodshed among the warring Naga groups and said that all such killings should stop in the larger interest of the Nagas. Deputy Kilonser(Minist
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland –Khaplang (NSCN-K) has called for an immediate end to the continued bloodshed among the warring Naga groups and said that all such killings should stop in the larger interest of the Nagas. Deputy Kilonser(Minister) for Information and Public Affairs Kughalu Mulatonu said that once their group entered into bilateral cease-fire with the Centre, the Naga problem would cease to be their problem alone and would involve the common Naga masses.
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May - 1 
Six persons were killed and four injured in fresh clashes in trouble torn Tripura on May 1. Militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) killed two persons. Two tribals were killed in retaliatory mob action in Mohanpur area of West Tr
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Six persons were killed and four injured in fresh clashes in trouble torn Tripura on May 1. Militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) killed two persons. Two tribals were killed in retaliatory mob action in Mohanpur area of West Tripura district.
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Suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants killed one person in Rupsigaon village, Bajali subdivision, on May 1.
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Suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants killed one person in Rupsigaon village, Bajali subdivision, on May 1.
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May - 1 
At a meeting between President Chandrika Kumaratunga and Opposition Leader Ranil Wickremasinghe, the President is expected to propose the constitution of a National Defence Council, comprising of the President, Prime Minister, Leader of the Oppositio
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At a meeting between President Chandrika Kumaratunga and Opposition Leader Ranil Wickremasinghe, the President is expected to propose the constitution of a National Defence Council, comprising of the President, Prime Minister, Leader of the Opposition, the Speaker and leaders of political parties represented in Parliament. The Council would advise on matters of defence, including the purchase of arms and will meet regularly to discuss the war situation.Meanwhile Defence Secretary Chandananda de Silva has drawn up plans to acquire more hardware and ammunition to boost the firepower of government forces, the Sri Lankan press said. The government, smarting from the reverses at Elephant Pass and seeking to prevent the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) from marching into Jaffna, is preparing to make urgent purchases of weapons from at least seven countries––Russia, Britain, Pakistan, Iran, Czech Republic, Israel and Singapore.
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May - 2 
75 militants—54 United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres, 12 Rabha Security Force (RSF) militants, eight Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) cadres and one Koch Rajbongshi Protection Force (KRPF) extremist—laid down arms before the
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75 militants—54 United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres, 12 Rabha Security Force (RSF) militants, eight Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) cadres and one Koch Rajbongshi Protection Force (KRPF) extremist—laid down arms before the authorities in Goalpara and Tinsukia, on May 2.
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May - 2 
In a similar incident, militants attacked a police post at the Chooru bridge on the Srinagar-Baramulla road and killed one police man.
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In a similar incident, militants attacked a police post at the Chooru bridge on the Srinagar-Baramulla road and killed one police man.
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May - 2 
Meanwhile, a major disaster was averted in Assam when authorities seized two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants, in Tamulpur, Nalbari district, on May, delayed reports state
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Meanwhile, a major disaster was averted in Assam when authorities seized two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants, in Tamulpur, Nalbari district, on May, delayed reports stated.
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May - 2 
The Andhra Pradesh based Left-extremist outfit, People’s War Group is reported to be contemplating "famne raids" in various parts of Medak district currently facing acute drought conditions.
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The Andhra Pradesh based Left-extremist outfit, People’s War Group is reported to be contemplating "famne raids" in various parts of Medak district currently facing acute drought conditions.
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May - 2 
Three Al-Badr militants and one security forces personnel were killed in an encounter in Bandipora area, on May 2. One security force personnel was also injured.
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Three Al-Badr militants and one security forces personnel were killed in an encounter in Bandipora area, on May 2. One security force personnel was also injured.
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May - 2 
Two militants of the Jammu and Kashmir Islamic Force were arrested and a substantial quantity of explosives and accessories were recovered in Kathua district. The two militants confessed to being sent from Pakistan to carry out bomb attacks in the St
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Two militants of the Jammu and Kashmir Islamic Force were arrested and a substantial quantity of explosives and accessories were recovered in Kathua district. The two militants confessed to being sent from Pakistan to carry out bomb attacks in the State.
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May - 2 
Unidentified militants killed an army officer and a civilian during an encounter at Gudriyal in Handwara forests.
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Unidentified militants killed an army officer and a civilian during an encounter at Gudriyal in Handwara forests.
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May - 2 
Karachi also witnessed a violent demonstration against the suspected sectarian attack, on May 2, in which three people were killed.
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Karachi also witnessed a violent demonstration against the suspected sectarian attack, on May 2, in which three people were killed.
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May - 2 
Unidentified gunmen stormed a clinic in the Kharadar area of Karachi, on May 2, and killed two persons in the random firing that followed. Two others were seriously injured in the attack, which is suspected to be part of the sectarian conflict on in
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Unidentified gunmen stormed a clinic in the Kharadar area of Karachi, on May 2, and killed two persons in the random firing that followed. Two others were seriously injured in the attack, which is suspected to be part of the sectarian conflict on in Pakistan.
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May - 2 
In another incident in Ramechhap on the same day, Maoists indulged in arson and looting targeted at government property.
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In another incident in Ramechhap on the same day, Maoists indulged in arson and looting targeted at government property.
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May - 2 
Two prominent Leftist leaders of Nepal said, on May 2, that conducting negotiations with Maoist leaders can not bring an end to the over four-year-old ‘People’s War’. They said sweeping economic and social reform packages to the far-flung districts c
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Two prominent Leftist leaders of Nepal said, on May 2, that conducting negotiations with Maoist leaders can not bring an end to the over four-year-old ‘People’s War’. They said sweeping economic and social reform packages to the far-flung districts could help."It’s clear that talks alone can’t resolve the problem," United People’s Front (UPF) leader Lila Mani Pokharel said, and added that war would end only when the Maoist rebels gave up the idea of 'People’s War', or establishing a republican state.Hari Roka, leader of the Communist Party of Nepal (Marxist-Leninist) said that introducing economic and social relief packages in the Maoist insurgency-affected areas could be an answer. "The whole system has to be changed if the government wants a solution to the on-going armed insurgency," Roka said.
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May - 2 
In separate clashes reported in the same area, on 30 April, the LTTE mounted mortar and artillery strikes on the Navy's Kilaly detachment. The attacks continued on May 2.
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In separate clashes reported in the same area, on 30 April, the LTTE mounted mortar and artillery strikes on the Navy's Kilaly detachment. The attacks continued on May 2.
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May - 2 
Intense clashes commenced, on May 2, in Kilaly when the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attacked an army camp, in which at least 37 LTTE rebels and 17 soldiers died. Kilaly is the largest Army camp close to Elephant Pass and Pallai, over whic
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Intense clashes commenced, on May 2, in Kilaly when the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attacked an army camp, in which at least 37 LTTE rebels and 17 soldiers died. Kilaly is the largest Army camp close to Elephant Pass and Pallai, over which the LTTE gained control during heavy fighting between the third week of April and first week of May 2000.
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May - 2 
Meanwhile, the clandestine rebel Voice of Tigers radio said, on May 2, that the LTTE have brought 12 kilometers of the road along the coast of the Jaffna lagoon between Elephant Pass and Kilali under their control. The Voive of Tigers also claimed th
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Meanwhile, the clandestine rebel Voice of Tigers radio said, on May 2, that the LTTE have brought 12 kilometers of the road along the coast of the Jaffna lagoon between Elephant Pass and Kilali under their control. The Voive of Tigers also claimed that 21 kilometers of the A9 Highway (Kandy road) from Elephant Pass to Muhamaalai was also now under the LTTE's control.
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May - 2 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga briefed an Opposition United National Party (UNP) delegation led by Ranil Wickremasinghe, Opposition Leader, on the present military situation in the North of the country during the past few days. She has also provided
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga briefed an Opposition United National Party (UNP) delegation led by Ranil Wickremasinghe, Opposition Leader, on the present military situation in the North of the country during the past few days. She has also provided the details of the casualty toll in the ongoing clashes between the security forces and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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May - 2 
Sri Lankan security forces' positions along the Kandy-Jaffna road [Highway No. A9] beyond Pallai came under heavy attack and civilians were fleeing areas threatened by LTTE guerrillas.
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Sri Lankan security forces' positions along the Kandy-Jaffna road [Highway No. A9] beyond Pallai came under heavy attack and civilians were fleeing areas threatened by LTTE guerrillas.
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May - 2 
The Tigers, who had in the last week of April 2000 overran the key Pallai military base, unleashed an intense military barrage on the Navy camp on Tuesday in a bid to control the sea supply route.
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The Tigers, who had in the last week of April 2000 overran the key Pallai military base, unleashed an intense military barrage on the Navy camp on Tuesday in a bid to control the sea supply route.
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May - 3 
A fourth militant was killed in another encounter in the Palnar forest, Kupwara district.
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A fourth militant was killed in another encounter in the Palnar forest, Kupwara district.
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May - 3 
A major disaster was averted on May 3 after the army recovered and defused an improvised explosive device (IED), from,Goalpara district.
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A major disaster was averted on May 3 after the army recovered and defused an improvised explosive device (IED), from,Goalpara district.
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May - 3 
In a third incident, unidentified militants killed a civilian in Lassana.
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In a third incident, unidentified militants killed a civilian in Lassana.
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May - 3 
In another incident, two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) activists were arrested from Darrang district, on May 3.
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In another incident, two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) activists were arrested from Darrang district, on May 3.
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May - 3 
Meanwhile militants of the PWG's Andhra Pradesh unit attacked a private farm in Warangal district and indulged in arson, on May 3. No one was injured in the attack in which some equipment was burnt.
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Meanwhile militants of the PWG's Andhra Pradesh unit attacked a private farm in Warangal district and indulged in arson, on May 3. No one was injured in the attack in which some equipment was burnt.
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May - 3 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants shot dead three persons and indulged in arson, on May 3, near Sidhai. In another incident, militants abducted four employees of the electricity department from North Tripura district.
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants shot dead three persons and indulged in arson, on May 3, near Sidhai. In another incident, militants abducted four employees of the electricity department from North Tripura district.
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May - 3 
Ten people, including a local commander of the Al-Badr militant outfit were killed in militancy related violence since the evening of May 3.
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Ten people, including a local commander of the Al-Badr militant outfit were killed in militancy related violence since the evening of May 3.
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May - 3 
The body of a person, suspected to be abducted by insurgents of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), was recovered from Duluma, South Tripura district, on May 3. Elsewhere in the State, militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura abducted te
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The body of a person, suspected to be abducted by insurgents of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), was recovered from Duluma, South Tripura district, on May 3. Elsewhere in the State, militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura abducted ten persons.
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May - 3 
Unidentified militants killed a civilian in Thathri, Doda district, on May 3.
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Unidentified militants killed a civilian in Thathri, Doda district, on May 3.
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May - 3 
A bomb exploded outside the boundary wall of a Karachi police station on May 3. Police are yet to identify the group behind the blast.
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A bomb exploded outside the boundary wall of a Karachi police station on May 3. Police are yet to identify the group behind the blast.
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May - 3 
In another incident, suspected to be part of the sectarian strife, a lawyer was killed in Toba Tek Singh on May 3 by two unidentified gunmen.
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In another incident, suspected to be part of the sectarian strife, a lawyer was killed in Toba Tek Singh on May 3 by two unidentified gunmen.
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May - 3 
Meanwhile, a suspected assassin of Iqbal Raad, deposed Prime Minister Nawaz Sharief’ defence counsel, was remanded to custody by a Karachi Magistrate, on May 3.
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Meanwhile, a suspected assassin of Iqbal Raad, deposed Prime Minister Nawaz Sharief’ defence counsel, was remanded to custody by a Karachi Magistrate, on May 3.
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May - 3 
Addressing a meeting of Chief District Officers, police and officials of the National Investigation Department, in the highly sensitive mid-West region, on May 3, Home Minister Govind Raj Joshi has said that the government would not hesitate to initi
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Addressing a meeting of Chief District Officers, police and officials of the National Investigation Department, in the highly sensitive mid-West region, on May 3, Home Minister Govind Raj Joshi has said that the government would not hesitate to initiate harsh measures to control the Maoist insurgency in Nepal.
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May - 3 
Deputy Defence Minister Ratwatte reportedly told the meeting that the army lost the Elephant Pass base due to of shortage of water and intense artillery attacks by the LTTE. Meanwhile, Media Minister Mangala Samaraweera said the country has been put
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Deputy Defence Minister Ratwatte reportedly told the meeting that the army lost the Elephant Pass base due to of shortage of water and intense artillery attacks by the LTTE. Meanwhile, Media Minister Mangala Samaraweera said the country has been put on a war footing and the Sri Lankan Cabinet has firmly resolved to fight and defeat terrorism.
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May - 3 
In a separate development, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has indicated that 42 dead bodies would be handed over to the government forces in the evening on May 3, at Vavuniya, Sri Lankan Defence Ministry sources said. The dead bo
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In a separate development, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has indicated that 42 dead bodies would be handed over to the government forces in the evening on May 3, at Vavuniya, Sri Lankan Defence Ministry sources said. The dead bodies are believed to be those of Sri Lankan soldiers killed in earlier clashes.
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May - 3 
Meanwhile, a ruling Peoples’ Alliance Member of Parliament (MP) said, on May 3, that President Chandrika Kumaratunga expressed the opinion at a meeting of the ruling alliance’s MPs that it was not possible to obtain military assistance from India to
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Meanwhile, a ruling Peoples’ Alliance Member of Parliament (MP) said, on May 3, that President Chandrika Kumaratunga expressed the opinion at a meeting of the ruling alliance’s MPs that it was not possible to obtain military assistance from India to fight the LTTE. The President reportedly said that those who had opposed the presence of the Indian Army between 1987-1990 were now clamouring for its return.
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May - 3 
Media reports said, on May 3, that India has declined to respond positively to Sri Lanka’s request for assistance in the wake of the army having been dealt a humiliating defeat by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in battles in the northern Jaf
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Media reports said, on May 3, that India has declined to respond positively to Sri Lanka’s request for assistance in the wake of the army having been dealt a humiliating defeat by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in battles in the northern Jaffna peninsula.
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May - 4 
A Hizbullah local commander was arrested in Jammu and Kashmir. No details were available. In another operation, security forces have busted a militant hideout in Souranda, Doda district. There were no casualties, nor arrests were made.
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A Hizbullah local commander was arrested in Jammu and Kashmir. No details were available. In another operation, security forces have busted a militant hideout in Souranda, Doda district. There were no casualties, nor arrests were made.
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May - 4 
A leader of the banned People's War Group (PWG) Naxalites, a Left-wing extremist outfit, was arrested by police in Bihar on May 4. The arrested leader is suspected to be the mastermind behind four major Naxal attacks.
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A leader of the banned People's War Group (PWG) Naxalites, a Left-wing extremist outfit, was arrested by police in Bihar on May 4. The arrested leader is suspected to be the mastermind behind four major Naxal attacks.
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May - 4 
Concerned over the growing threat posed by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), the Union Home Ministry recently held a meeting with the heads of the police in various States, on May 4, to impress upon the necessity of taking steps to check
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Concerned over the growing threat posed by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), the Union Home Ministry recently held a meeting with the heads of the police in various States, on May 4, to impress upon the necessity of taking steps to check the activities of the Pakistani agency.
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May - 4 
Kamatapur Liberation Organization (KLO) militants in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, killed a local political leader, on May 4.
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Kamatapur Liberation Organization (KLO) militants in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, killed a local political leader, on May 4.
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May - 4 
The bodies of three persons, members of a Village Defence Council, abducted by militants on April 25, were recovered from the Munda Kuna forests, Doda district, on May 4,
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The bodies of three persons, members of a Village Defence Council, abducted by militants on April 25, were recovered from the Munda Kuna forests, Doda district, on May 4,
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May - 4 
Two other Al-Badr militants and one security forces personnel were killed in Bandipora area of Baramulla district. A security forces personnel was injured in the encounter.
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Two other Al-Badr militants and one security forces personnel were killed in Bandipora area of Baramulla district. A security forces personnel was injured in the encounter.
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May - 4 
In another development, the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) has alleged that the secret agencies were inciting sectarian violence in Karachi.
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In another development, the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) has alleged that the secret agencies were inciting sectarian violence in Karachi.
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May - 4 
Meanwhile, reacting to incidents suspected to be part of the ongoing sectarian violence which claimed three lives in Karachi, the Tehrik-i-Jafria chief has alleged the involvement of foreign forces in the renewed spate of sectarian violence.
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Meanwhile, reacting to incidents suspected to be part of the ongoing sectarian violence which claimed three lives in Karachi, the Tehrik-i-Jafria chief has alleged the involvement of foreign forces in the renewed spate of sectarian violence.
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May - 4 
Two police stations in Karachi were attacked with bombs on May 4. This follows an explosion outside a Karachi police station on May 3. No one was injured in the attacks on May 4.
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Two police stations in Karachi were attacked with bombs on May 4. This follows an explosion outside a Karachi police station on May 3. No one was injured in the attacks on May 4.
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May - 4 
Leaders of Bhutanese refugees living in Nepal-based camps said that they had handed over refugees-related digitised data to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), on April 18. They were reacting to UNHCR head Ogata expressing igno
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Leaders of Bhutanese refugees living in Nepal-based camps said that they had handed over refugees-related digitised data to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), on April 18. They were reacting to UNHCR head Ogata expressing ignorance of the availability of the data with the UNHCR. Ogata, who concluded her visit to Nepal on May 4, said during the visit that Bhutan and Nepal could look at a new method to verify the credentials of those claiming to be Bhutanese refugees of Nepalese origin, an issue that has remained contentious.
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May - 4 
Visiting United nations High Commissioner for Refugees Ogata said in Kathmandu, on May 4, that the Foreign Ministers of Nepal and Bhutan would be meeting later in May discuss the verification process of the Bhutanese refugees staying in camps in east
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Visiting United nations High Commissioner for Refugees Ogata said in Kathmandu, on May 4, that the Foreign Ministers of Nepal and Bhutan would be meeting later in May discuss the verification process of the Bhutanese refugees staying in camps in eastern Nepal since the past one decade. The two governments had already held eight Joint-ministerial-level meetings.
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May - 4 
Leaders of Bhutanese refugees living in Nepal-based camps said that they had handed over refugees-related digitised data to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), on April 18. They were reacting to UNHCR head Ogata expressing igno
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Leaders of Bhutanese refugees living in Nepal-based camps said that they had handed over refugees-related digitised data to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), on April 18. They were reacting to UNHCR head Ogata expressing ignorance of the availability of the data with the UNHCR. Ogata, who concluded her visit to Nepal on May 4, said during the visit that Bhutan and Nepal could look at a new method to verify the credentials of those claiming to be Bhutanese refugees of Nepalese origin, an issue that has remained contentious.
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May - 4 
Visiting United nations High Commissioner for Refugees Ogata said in Kathmandu, on May 4, that the Foreign Ministers of Nepal and Bhutan would be meeting later in May discuss the verification process of the Bhutanese refugees staying in camps in east
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Visiting United nations High Commissioner for Refugees Ogata said in Kathmandu, on May 4, that the Foreign Ministers of Nepal and Bhutan would be meeting later in May discuss the verification process of the Bhutanese refugees staying in camps in eastern Nepal since the past one decade. The two governments had already held eight Joint-ministerial-level meetings.
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May - 4 
A Defence Ministry spokesman said, on May 4, that monitored Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) transmissions confirmed that three LTE cadres have died in the army's counter-bombardment on May 1 at Chavakachcheri. One soldier was killed while thr
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A Defence Ministry spokesman said, on May 4, that monitored Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) transmissions confirmed that three LTE cadres have died in the army's counter-bombardment on May 1 at Chavakachcheri. One soldier was killed while three others was injured in the clashes at Vempotukerni on the same day.
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May - 4 
A special police team of the Colombo Detective Branch has taken into custody a woman, suspected to be a suicide bomber, from a refugee camp in Vavuniya, on May 4.
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A special police team of the Colombo Detective Branch has taken into custody a woman, suspected to be a suicide bomber, from a refugee camp in Vavuniya, on May 4.
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May - 4 
Government troops killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) guerrillas, on May 4, in Rajendrankulam, Wanni, when the LTTE engaged troops on a domination patrol ahead of the forward defence line.In another incident, troops killed two other LT
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Government troops killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) guerrillas, on May 4, in Rajendrankulam, Wanni, when the LTTE engaged troops on a domination patrol ahead of the forward defence line.In another incident, troops killed two other LTTE cadres in an ambush near Ranabapura, Welioya.
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May - 4 
Meanwhile, Sri Lankan government sources, quoting a Canadian Security Intelligence publication, said that the LTTE was making appeals to Tamil diaspora in the UK, Canada and Australia to contribute up to US$ 1000 per family in support of the its mili
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Meanwhile, Sri Lankan government sources, quoting a Canadian Security Intelligence publication, said that the LTTE was making appeals to Tamil diaspora in the UK, Canada and Australia to contribute up to US$ 1000 per family in support of the its military campaign to win control of the crucial northern reaches of Highway A9.
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May - 4 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga has, on May 4, issued a special gazette, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 40 of the Public Security Ordinance, proscribing all activities that could effectively pose a threat to national security.Accordingl
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga has, on May 4, issued a special gazette, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 40 of the Public Security Ordinance, proscribing all activities that could effectively pose a threat to national security.Accordingly, any land, property ships, aircraft, or vehicles can be acquired and buildings can be seized for offences committed under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA). Further, the move also imposes regulations, which restrict the holding of meetings and processions, making statements and the transport of firearms. The printing and distribution of newspapers and other material could pose a threat to national security, are also prohibited.Persons violating the regulations can be arrested and acts like denigrating the President, the Government, the Constitution, the Judiciary are strictly punishable offences.
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May - 4 
Sri Lanka has requested India to provide assistance in the wake of the reverses suffered by the army. However, India has stated clearly that it would not commit its troops, as it did in 1987, to bail out the beleaguered Sri Lankan security forces.Pri
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Sri Lanka has requested India to provide assistance in the wake of the reverses suffered by the army. However, India has stated clearly that it would not commit its troops, as it did in 1987, to bail out the beleaguered Sri Lankan security forces.Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee went into consultations in New Delhi, on May 4, with those Tamil political parties that are constituents of the ruling alliance, on the stand the government should take, in the backdrop of Sri Lanka's appeal for assistance. At the end of the meeting, the Prime Minister ruled out sending troops or selling arms to Sri Lanka, which is the preference of the Tamil political parties. However, he said dispatching humanitarian assistance––food, clothes and medicine––to Sri Lankan troops was being considered. Foreign Minister echoed a similar opinion in Parliament, now in session, while the India Air Force chief, Air Marshal Tipnis is scheduled to visit Colombo during the week ending 13 May.Meanwhile, Sri Lanka has appealed to Pakistan for help and has also renewed diplomatic ties with Israel.
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May - 5 
A police constable, a militant, a surrendered militant and a civilian were killed in militancy related incidents in Kashmir.Three of family also sustained injuries in a shoot out at Kupwara while a surrendered militant was shot dead in Soura. One mil
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A police constable, a militant, a surrendered militant and a civilian were killed in militancy related incidents in Kashmir.Three of family also sustained injuries in a shoot out at Kupwara while a surrendered militant was shot dead in Soura. One militant was killed in an encounter with the security forces at Parimpora, on May 5. A Hiz bul Mujahideen militant was killed in another encounter in Majalta, Udhampur District, while the police recovered a large cache of explosives to make improvised explosive devices (IEDs), just outside Srinagar.
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May - 5 
Delayed reports stated that three militants of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed in Chinyas, Doda district on the night of May 5.
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Delayed reports stated that three militants of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed in Chinyas, Doda district on the night of May 5.
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May - 5 
Police Inspector General A K Bhan said that in the first four months of anti insurgency operations 227 militants were killed, including sixty five foreign militants. The recovery of a large quantity of explosives weighing 986 KGs, 141 remote control
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Police Inspector General A K Bhan said that in the first four months of anti insurgency operations 227 militants were killed, including sixty five foreign militants. The recovery of a large quantity of explosives weighing 986 KGs, 141 remote control devices, 805 detonators, 152 mines and IEDs and 1,299 grenades were indicative of the frequent use of grenades and IEDs by the militants, he added.
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May - 5 
The Tripura State government has asked the Union government to request Interpol to issue ‘red-corner notices’ against 20 fugitive rebel leaders, taking shelter in foreign countries including Bangladesh, 13 belonging to the National Liberation Front o
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The Tripura State government has asked the Union government to request Interpol to issue ‘red-corner notices’ against 20 fugitive rebel leaders, taking shelter in foreign countries including Bangladesh, 13 belonging to the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and seven of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF).
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May - 5 
Two suspected militant was arrested on May 5, one from Shahabad in Anantnag district and the other from Nishat.Several militant hideouts were also raided and large quantities of arms and ammunition were recovered on May 5.
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Two suspected militant was arrested on May 5, one from Shahabad in Anantnag district and the other from Nishat.Several militant hideouts were also raided and large quantities of arms and ammunition were recovered on May 5.
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May - 5 
With the impasse over the abduction of three Mizos by Bru National Liberation Force (BNLF), a Reang outfit, continuing, 'Mizo Protection Force' (MPF) President Richard Lalrinluia in a statement warned that if the three Mizos were not released before
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With the impasse over the abduction of three Mizos by Bru National Liberation Force (BNLF), a Reang outfit, continuing, 'Mizo Protection Force' (MPF) President Richard Lalrinluia in a statement warned that if the three Mizos were not released before May 12 the BNLF has to 'face the wrath of the Mizos'.
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May - 5 
In a series of explosions in Karachi, one person died while several others were injured on May 5. No one has claimed responsibility for the blasts. The explosions were acts of terrorism that could be aimed at creating fear and uncertainty in the city
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In a series of explosions in Karachi, one person died while several others were injured on May 5. No one has claimed responsibility for the blasts. The explosions were acts of terrorism that could be aimed at creating fear and uncertainty in the city, which was beginning to calm down after several years of violence, the Karachi police Chief said in a statement.
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May - 5 
In a separate development, in Sri Lanka, Opposition United National Party (UNP) Members of Parliament (MPs), numbering about thirty, were prevented from staging a demonstration against the national security-related gazette notification (Public Securi
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In a separate development, in Sri Lanka, Opposition United National Party (UNP) Members of Parliament (MPs), numbering about thirty, were prevented from staging a demonstration against the national security-related gazette notification (Public Security Ordinance) issued by the government proscribing several activities and vesting numerous powers in designated authorities. The MPs were stopped from protesting under the sweeping powers given to police by the new regulations of the Public Security Ordinance (PSO).
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May - 5 
Meanwhile, in India, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunannidhi met Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee and has, keeping in mind India's broader national interests, reportedly told the Prime Minister that he could take a decision on the militarily-bel
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Meanwhile, in India, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunannidhi met Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee and has, keeping in mind India's broader national interests, reportedly told the Prime Minister that he could take a decision on the militarily-beleaguered Sri Lankan government's request for assistance.
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May - 5 
The Sri Lankan government stoutly denied speculation that troops would withdraw from Jaffna. Also, the government, in a clarification, said its request to India for military assistance was meant to fight the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) an
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The Sri Lankan government stoutly denied speculation that troops would withdraw from Jaffna. Also, the government, in a clarification, said its request to India for military assistance was meant to fight the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and not the Tamils.
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May - 6 
According to delayed reports, five youth reported to be ex-filtrating to Pakistan, were killed at Chak-e-Waliwar in the border district of Kupwara by security forces during night on May 6.
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According to delayed reports, five youth reported to be ex-filtrating to Pakistan, were killed at Chak-e-Waliwar in the border district of Kupwara by security forces during night on May 6.
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May - 6 
Another militant, yet to be identified, was killed at Ashmuqam in Anantnag district on the same day.
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Another militant, yet to be identified, was killed at Ashmuqam in Anantnag district on the same day.
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May - 6 
Earlier, two Hizbul Mujahideen militants and two security forces personnel were killed in an encounter at Aloosa, Baramullah district on May 6.
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Earlier, two Hizbul Mujahideen militants and two security forces personnel were killed in an encounter at Aloosa, Baramullah district on May 6.
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May - 6 
In a major success on May 6, security forces raided a number of militant hide outs at Sindbal in Ganderbal area and recovered huge caches of arms, ammunition, explosives and equipment. Security forces claimed that these were stocked by some militants
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In a major success on May 6, security forces raided a number of militant hide outs at Sindbal in Ganderbal area and recovered huge caches of arms, ammunition, explosives and equipment. Security forces claimed that these were stocked by some militants who were planning to attack the annual capital changing process, when the capital of Jammu and Kashmir is shifted to Jammu from Srinagar for the summer.
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May - 6 
In a related development, US Assistant Secretary of State, Karl F Inderfurth, on May 6, has asked Pakistan to stop looking outside the region for a solution to the Kashmir dispute and resume a "productive dialogue" with India in the Lahore spirit wit
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In a related development, US Assistant Secretary of State, Karl F Inderfurth, on May 6, has asked Pakistan to stop looking outside the region for a solution to the Kashmir dispute and resume a "productive dialogue" with India in the Lahore spirit with the proviso that there would be "no more Kargils."
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May - 6 
In another incident, two intruders trying to sneak into India from Pakistan were killed in Paharpur area of Kathua sector of the Line of Control.
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In another incident, two intruders trying to sneak into India from Pakistan were killed in Paharpur area of Kathua sector of the Line of Control.
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May - 6 
Suspected foreign militants killed a constable of the Special Task Force (STF) and two other members of his family at Gool, a village in Udhampur district on May 6.
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Suspected foreign militants killed a constable of the Special Task Force (STF) and two other members of his family at Gool, a village in Udhampur district on May 6.
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May - 6 
The Mizoram government would continue negotiations with the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) to secure the release of the two abducted by the Reang outfit, State Chief Secretary, H. V. Lalringa said, on May 6.
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The Mizoram government would continue negotiations with the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) to secure the release of the two abducted by the Reang outfit, State Chief Secretary, H. V. Lalringa said, on May 6.
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May - 6 
Three children were kidnapped and two adults were abducted by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants from South and North Tripura districts, on May 6.
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Three children were kidnapped and two adults were abducted by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants from South and North Tripura districts, on May 6.
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May - 6 
Three presons including one identified as a worker of the militant group Hizbul Mujahideen were arrested on May 6. While the Hizb-ul worker was arrested from Pulwama district, the others suspected to be militants, were arrested from Gratbal (Zakurah)
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Three presons including one identified as a worker of the militant group Hizbul Mujahideen were arrested on May 6. While the Hizb-ul worker was arrested from Pulwama district, the others suspected to be militants, were arrested from Gratbal (Zakurah) and Khrew.
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May - 6 
Delayed reports stated that about 10 Maoist insurgents, on May 6, held a helicopter that was transporting food grain, in Chilkhaya, Kalikot District, but have later released it.
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Delayed reports stated that about 10 Maoist insurgents, on May 6, held a helicopter that was transporting food grain, in Chilkhaya, Kalikot District, but have later released it.
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May - 7 
A woman was injured in a bomb blast in Pazalpora, Kupwara district.
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A woman was injured in a bomb blast in Pazalpora, Kupwara district.
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May - 7 
Alleging that the Law Commission of India did not seek the opinion of the people of the NorthEast before finalising a report on terrorism, former All Assam Students' Union (AASU) president Sarbananda Sonowal demanded that the Commission and the Union
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Alleging that the Law Commission of India did not seek the opinion of the people of the NorthEast before finalising a report on terrorism, former All Assam Students' Union (AASU) president Sarbananda Sonowal demanded that the Commission and the Union Home Ministry should consult the people of the region before introducing in Parliament the Criminal Law Amendment Bill. The Bill is meant to replace the now defunct Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act.
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May - 7 
Another three unidentified ultras were killed in Samba area on May 7.
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Another three unidentified ultras were killed in Samba area on May 7.
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May - 7 
Beginning May 7, police in Assam have launched combing operations against United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants in Majuli subdivision, Jorhat district,. Acting on a tip-off that a large number of militants of the outfit have entered the su
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Beginning May 7, police in Assam have launched combing operations against United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants in Majuli subdivision, Jorhat district,. Acting on a tip-off that a large number of militants of the outfit have entered the subdivision, the security forces have launched the search operations from three sides of the subdivision.
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May - 7 
Earlier, on May 7, three Pakistani militants identified as members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba's fidayeen group (suicide squad) were killed at Lotti Gala, near Mansar, Udhampur district.
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Earlier, on May 7, three Pakistani militants identified as members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba's fidayeen group (suicide squad) were killed at Lotti Gala, near Mansar, Udhampur district.
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May - 7 
Four people were killed by activists of the banned Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), a Left-wing extremist outfit, in Baloomath, Palamu district on May 7.
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Four people were killed by activists of the banned Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), a Left-wing extremist outfit, in Baloomath, Palamu district on May 7.
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May - 7 
In a second incident an SPO was killed when militants attacked a police patrol at Kahlil (Tral).
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In a second incident an SPO was killed when militants attacked a police patrol at Kahlil (Tral).
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May - 7 
In separate incident, the extremists torched twenty huts in Kobrakhamar, on the same day.
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In separate incident, the extremists torched twenty huts in Kobrakhamar, on the same day.
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May - 7 
Indian customs have seized two China-made 9 m.m pistols and two magazines after a security check at the Wahag-Attari border and arrested two Indian nationals.
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Indian customs have seized two China-made 9 m.m pistols and two magazines after a security check at the Wahag-Attari border and arrested two Indian nationals.
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May - 7 
Kapurthala police arrested four terrorists belonging to the Khalistan Commando Force (Panjwar) group and recovered nine kg of RDX from them.
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Kapurthala police arrested four terrorists belonging to the Khalistan Commando Force (Panjwar) group and recovered nine kg of RDX from them.
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May - 7 
Meanwhile, the Central Government announced its decision to form a high-level committee of secretaries to examine the autonomy report submitted by the Jammu and Kashmir Government.
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Meanwhile, the Central Government announced its decision to form a high-level committee of secretaries to examine the autonomy report submitted by the Jammu and Kashmir Government.
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May - 7 
Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee, has called an all-party meeting slated for May 8 to discuss India's stand on developments in Sri Lanka. External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh said in New Delhi, on May 7, that would like to broker a truce betwe
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Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee, has called an all-party meeting slated for May 8 to discuss India's stand on developments in Sri Lanka. External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh said in New Delhi, on May 7, that would like to broker a truce between the Sri lankan government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) if both sides requested India's intervention, which has not yet happened. Jaswant Singh also said that the number of military casualties was fuelling public disquiet.It has been reported that two large cargo planes of the Indian Air Force were placed at an airbase in Trivandrum, Kerala.
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May - 7 
Some arms and equipment were recovered from a car at Chota Bazar last evening, though the occupants managed to escape.
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Some arms and equipment were recovered from a car at Chota Bazar last evening, though the occupants managed to escape.
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May - 7 
Three unidentified militants were killed in Majalta Manwa area of Udhampur district on May 7.
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Three unidentified militants were killed in Majalta Manwa area of Udhampur district on May 7.
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May - 7 
Unidentified militants also killed two civilians in Kanjwal, Kupwara district and Fazipora, Ajas on the same day.
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Unidentified militants also killed two civilians in Kanjwal, Kupwara district and Fazipora, Ajas on the same day.
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May - 7 
Indian customs have seized two China-made 9 m.m pistols and two magazines after a security check at the Wahag-Attari border and arrested two Indian nationals.
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Indian customs have seized two China-made 9 m.m pistols and two magazines after a security check at the Wahag-Attari border and arrested two Indian nationals.
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May - 7 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga, on May 7, gave a briefing to leaders of two important Tamil political parties––the People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) and the Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP) about the war situation in Jaff
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga, on May 7, gave a briefing to leaders of two important Tamil political parties––the People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) and the Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP) about the war situation in Jaffna. Besides, the leaders were also apprised of the state of the talks between the government and the Opposition on reaching a consensus on the constitutional reform package.
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May - 7 
Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee, has called an all-party meeting slated for May 8 to discuss India's stand on developments in Sri Lanka. External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh said in New Delhi, on May 7, that would like to broker a truce betwe
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Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee, has called an all-party meeting slated for May 8 to discuss India's stand on developments in Sri Lanka. External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh said in New Delhi, on May 7, that would like to broker a truce between the Sri lankan government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) if both sides requested India's intervention, which has not yet happened. Jaswant Singh also said that the number of military casualties was fuelling public disquiet.It has been reported that two large cargo planes of the Indian Air Force were placed at an airbase in Trivandrum, Kerala.
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May - 7 
The Defence ministry has acknowledged that the Sri Lankan Army Sri Lanka has vacated two key camps north of Batticaloa. The SLA is currently at Kirumichchai junction, 17 kilometers north of Valaichenai on the coastal road to Vakarai. However, air for
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The Defence ministry has acknowledged that the Sri Lankan Army Sri Lanka has vacated two key camps north of Batticaloa. The SLA is currently at Kirumichchai junction, 17 kilometers north of Valaichenai on the coastal road to Vakarai. However, air force jets continued to bomb Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions near the Elephant Pass. A government statement said, on May 7, troops were consolidating their new positions in Jaffna while patrols went out ahead of the defence lines to stall the LTTE from reaching Jaffna.
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May - 8 
A landmine planted by militants in Srinagar was detected and diffused before it could cause any damage. Security forces also claimed to have averted a major attack on the Srinagar Secretariat after arresting a person who had a map of the Secretariat
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A landmine planted by militants in Srinagar was detected and diffused before it could cause any damage. Security forces also claimed to have averted a major attack on the Srinagar Secretariat after arresting a person who had a map of the Secretariat in his possession. Police claim he was on a mission to launch an attack on the building.
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May - 8 
An ambush by militants on a Border Security Force (BSF) patrol left one militant and one security forces personnel dead, on May 8, in Janbazpora village, Baramulla district. In another incident, militants killed one civilian and injured two others in
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An ambush by militants on a Border Security Force (BSF) patrol left one militant and one security forces personnel dead, on May 8, in Janbazpora village, Baramulla district. In another incident, militants killed one civilian and injured two others in Bongam Kunzar.
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May - 8 
Another Lashkar militant was killed while two others escaped during an encounter in Semthan village near Bandipore on the same day. A civilian was also killed while two others were injured when the fleeing militants opened fire.
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Another Lashkar militant was killed while two others escaped during an encounter in Semthan village near Bandipore on the same day. A civilian was also killed while two others were injured when the fleeing militants opened fire.
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May - 8 
At a meeting of the leaders of parliamentary parties convened by Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, in New Delhi, on May 8, a consensus was evolved on the stand that India should take on the unfolding developments in Sri Lanka.The four-point consen
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At a meeting of the leaders of parliamentary parties convened by Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, in New Delhi, on May 8, a consensus was evolved on the stand that India should take on the unfolding developments in Sri Lanka.The four-point consensus is that: the Indian Army would not intervene in Sri Lanka and efforts would be made to find a peaceful settlement; the unity, integrity and sovereignty of Sri Lanka should be maintained; the welfare of Tamils in Sri Lanka and their demand for Eelam shall be kept in mind; and the interests of all the minorities should be protected.
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May - 8 
Based on information received from civilians, security forces conducted raids in different parts of Jammu and busted four militant hide-outs and recovered substantial quantities of arms, ammunition, explosives and other related equipment. The raids w
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Based on information received from civilians, security forces conducted raids in different parts of Jammu and busted four militant hide-outs and recovered substantial quantities of arms, ammunition, explosives and other related equipment. The raids were conducted in Surankote and Benali, Poonch district, Mahore forests, Udhampur district and on a Lashkar hideout near Doodasan Bala, which is close to Thanamandi.
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May - 8 
Earlier, on May 8, three hard-core United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants surrendered before the authorities in Dhubri district.
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Earlier, on May 8, three hard-core United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants surrendered before the authorities in Dhubri district.
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May - 8 
Eight militants belonging to Manipur People's Army (MPA)-the armed wing of United National Liberation Front (UNLF), were killed in an encounter with police commandos in Thoubal district, on May 8.
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Eight militants belonging to Manipur People's Army (MPA)-the armed wing of United National Liberation Front (UNLF), were killed in an encounter with police commandos in Thoubal district, on May 8.
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May - 8 
Five hardcore United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants where killed and another two others were apprehended in an encounter with army in Tinsukia district on May 8.
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Five hardcore United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants where killed and another two others were apprehended in an encounter with army in Tinsukia district on May 8.
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May - 8 
Meanwhile, the body of a person abducted by militants, on May 6, was recovered on May 8 near Warpora, Kupwara district.
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Meanwhile, the body of a person abducted by militants, on May 6, was recovered on May 8 near Warpora, Kupwara district.
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May - 8 
One militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba and one security forces personnel was killed in Kamad Chak, Anantnag district, on May 8.
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One militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba and one security forces personnel was killed in Kamad Chak, Anantnag district, on May 8.
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May - 8 
Three persons were arrested and some ammunition and explosives were recovered in Malshahibagh village.
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Three persons were arrested and some ammunition and explosives were recovered in Malshahibagh village.
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Tribal militants killed four people and abducted as many in North and South Tripura districts in separate incidents, on May 8 and May 9.
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Tribal militants killed four people and abducted as many in North and South Tripura districts in separate incidents, on May 8 and May 9.
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May - 8 
Unidentified militants attacked a security forces post and killed one constable. No other details are available. Another security forces personnel was killed in a militant attack in the border township of Karnah.
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Unidentified militants attacked a security forces post and killed one constable. No other details are available. Another security forces personnel was killed in a militant attack in the border township of Karnah.
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May - 8 
At a meeting of the leaders of parliamentary parties convened by Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, in New Delhi, on May 8, a consensus was evolved on the stand that India should take on the unfolding developments in Sri Lanka.
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At a meeting of the leaders of parliamentary parties convened by Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, in New Delhi, on May 8, a consensus was evolved on the stand that India should take on the unfolding developments in Sri Lanka.
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May - 8 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has made an offer of cease-fire to the Sri Lankan government. An LTTE press release on May 8 made the offer and said that it was prepared to provide safe passage to soldiers trapped in the Jaffna peninsula.
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has made an offer of cease-fire to the Sri Lankan government. An LTTE press release on May 8 made the offer and said that it was prepared to provide safe passage to soldiers trapped in the Jaffna peninsula. This, the LTTE said could pave the way for a permanent cease-fire and talks to arrive at a negotiated settlement to the conflict.Reacting to the cease-fire offer, President Chandrika Kumaratunga rejected the LTTE's offer and said that she would not allow the Tigers to recapture the Jaffna peninsula. Her trusted lieutenant and Media Minister Samaraweera criticised the LTTE's offer and said that it was engaging in a 'psychological warfare'.Differing with the President, Leader the Opposition Ranil Wickremasinghe said that she could have reached some kind of an agreement with the LTTE.
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May - 9 
A member of the militant Left-extreme outfit People’s War Group, surrendered in Warrangal district of Andhra Pradesh. The militant was given Rs. 10,000, the amount of reward declared by the government for his capture.
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A member of the militant Left-extreme outfit People’s War Group, surrendered in Warrangal district of Andhra Pradesh. The militant was given Rs. 10,000, the amount of reward declared by the government for his capture.
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May - 9 
A policemen was killed and three others were injured when Left-wing militants, Naxalites laid an ambush in a village near Jagdalpur, Madhya Pradesh.
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A policemen was killed and three others were injured when Left-wing militants, Naxalites laid an ambush in a village near Jagdalpur, Madhya Pradesh.
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May - 9 
Bangladesh's Home Secretary, M.M. Reza, has clearly told his Indian counterpart that he had specific information that the government of Assam has given sanctuary to anti-Dhaka tribal leaders, including Preety Chakma, and has asked for their repatriat
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Bangladesh's Home Secretary, M.M. Reza, has clearly told his Indian counterpart that he had specific information that the government of Assam has given sanctuary to anti-Dhaka tribal leaders, including Preety Chakma, and has asked for their repatriation to Bangladesh.
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May - 9 
Elsewhere in Assam, security forces raided a militant base and recovered some arms and ammunition on May 9. One person was injured during the raid. In another raid, three suspected militants were arrested and some explosives recovered in Guwahati.
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Elsewhere in Assam, security forces raided a militant base and recovered some arms and ammunition on May 9. One person was injured during the raid. In another raid, three suspected militants were arrested and some explosives recovered in Guwahati.
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May - 9 
In separate incidents across the State 28 people, including 20 militants and four women, were killed in militancy-related activities.In Kupwara district a foreign militant was killed in an encounter in Baramullah district with the security forces, wh
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In separate incidents across the State 28 people, including 20 militants and four women, were killed in militancy-related activities.In Kupwara district a foreign militant was killed in an encounter in Baramullah district with the security forces, while a grenade attack on security forces did not injure anyone in Srinagar. Two bomb blasts rocked R S. Pora and Samba areas along the International border with Pakistan. One Infiltrator was killed and two others were injured according to reports. In another incident four members of a family were killed by militants.
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May - 9 
The Mizoram government, on May 9, reiterated its refusal to pay the ransom as demanded by Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) militants for the release of two government officials who were abducted by them and kept in captivity, and has demanded the
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The Mizoram government, on May 9, reiterated its refusal to pay the ransom as demanded by Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) militants for the release of two government officials who were abducted by them and kept in captivity, and has demanded their unconditional release.
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May - 9 
The police arrested four businessmen on charges of paying cash to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and two others on charges of helping the banned outfit in its fund-raising drive, from Majuli, Jorhat district on May 9.
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The police arrested four businessmen on charges of paying cash to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and two others on charges of helping the banned outfit in its fund-raising drive, from Majuli, Jorhat district on May 9.
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May - 9 
A bomb explosion in the Pakistani City of Rawalpindi near Islamabad killed one person and injured several others. The explosion in Ganj Mandi, a centre for wholesale grain trade, was caused by a home-made device reports indicated.
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A bomb explosion in the Pakistani City of Rawalpindi near Islamabad killed one person and injured several others. The explosion in Ganj Mandi, a centre for wholesale grain trade, was caused by a home-made device reports indicated.
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May - 9 
For the first time in four years since a Moist insurgency has begun in Nepal, the government has announced that it would be deploying the army in six of the districts affected by the insurgency, which has already claimed an estimated 1,300 lives.
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For the first time in four years since a Moist insurgency has begun in Nepal, the government has announced that it would be deploying the army in six of the districts affected by the insurgency, which has already claimed an estimated 1,300 lives.
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May - 9 
Bangladesh's Home Secretary, M.M. Reza, has clearly told his Indian counterpart that he had specific information that the government of Assam has given sanctuary to anti-Dhaka tribal leaders, including Preety Chakma, and has asked for their repatriat
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Bangladesh's Home Secretary, M.M. Reza, has clearly told his Indian counterpart that he had specific information that the government of Assam has given sanctuary to anti-Dhaka tribal leaders, including Preety Chakma, and has asked for their repatriation to Bangladesh.
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May - 9 
A suspected leading gun runner of the LTTE serving LTTE ships in Thailand was arrested with a large haul of radar, sonar and other sophisticated communication equipment by the marine police of the Phuket port in Thailand on April 9.
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A suspected leading gun runner of the LTTE serving LTTE ships in Thailand was arrested with a large haul of radar, sonar and other sophisticated communication equipment by the marine police of the Phuket port in Thailand on April 9.
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May - 9 
Repeating President what Kumaratunga has said a day earlier, her uncle and Deputy Defence Minister Anurudh Ratawatte assured Parliament that the government would not only defend Jaffna but would retake the Eelphant Pass that it has lost a few days ea
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Repeating President what Kumaratunga has said a day earlier, her uncle and Deputy Defence Minister Anurudh Ratawatte assured Parliament that the government would not only defend Jaffna but would retake the Eelphant Pass that it has lost a few days earlier. Besides, Sri Lanka's High Commissioner in India, Magala Moonesinghe told a private television channel that his government has received the arms that it was looking for to fight the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The Defence Secretary earlier in the month went into consultations with various world governments after the rebels captured huge quantities of arms and ammunition from troops.Government troops have reportedly advanced from their defence lines and also repulsed rebel advances near the Pallai airbase. The clandestine rebel Voice of Tigers Radio, meanwhile, said that fresh fighting broke out near Kilali, between the LTTE and government troops, on May 9.
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May - 9 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) said they took the Navatkuli bridge and claimed that "the fall of Navatkuli bridge and the de-linking of the A9 highway have generated severe logistic problems to the thousands of Sri Lankan troops occupyin
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) said they took the Navatkuli bridge and claimed that "the fall of Navatkuli bridge and the de-linking of the A9 highway have generated severe logistic problems to the thousands of Sri Lankan troops occupying Thenmarachchi division. However, the Defence Ministry refuted the LTTE's claims and said, "troops in strength continue to hold the bridge at Navatkuli. Also intense fighting continued in Ariyalai and Tanankillappu sectors throughout the day and the LTTE launched a heavy mortar attack in the Chavakachcheri area. The LTTE claimed that it has inflected heavy casualties on troops in multi-prone offensives near Ariyalai and Tanankillappu, on the outskirts of Jaffna.Meanwhile, in a separate development, Deputy Defence Minister Anurudh Ratawatte has asked each of Sri Lanka's 223 Lawmakers to send a 100 men, to make up for the 20,000 troops required by the army immediately.
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May - 9 
United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan's spokesman said that Annan believed that a political solution was necessary to end the conflict in Sri Lanka. The United Nations has urged both sides––the Sri Lankan government and the Liberation Tigers of
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United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan's spokesman said that Annan believed that a political solution was necessary to end the conflict in Sri Lanka. The United Nations has urged both sides––the Sri Lankan government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the conflict to save civilians.
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May - 10 
A landmine explosion set off by militants hit an Army vehicle in Nihalpora near Baramullah, killed four army personnel and injured three others on May 10.
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A landmine explosion set off by militants hit an Army vehicle in Nihalpora near Baramullah, killed four army personnel and injured three others on May 10.
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May - 10 
According to delayed reports, two consecutive explosions caused by Improvised Explosive Device(s) in Bhimdasa, Udhampur district killed one Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and injured a member of a village defence committee (VDC) on May 10.
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According to delayed reports, two consecutive explosions caused by Improvised Explosive Device(s) in Bhimdasa, Udhampur district killed one Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and injured a member of a village defence committee (VDC) on May 10.
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May - 10 
Chief Ministers of seven North-Eastern States would meet in Shillong on May 12 to chalk out a common strategy to resolve insurgency problems facing the region, particularly in Assam, Manipur, Nagaland and Tripura.
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Chief Ministers of seven North-Eastern States would meet in Shillong on May 12 to chalk out a common strategy to resolve insurgency problems facing the region, particularly in Assam, Manipur, Nagaland and Tripura.
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May - 10 
Fierce fighting has been continuing between the Naga rival factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) and NSCN(Khaplang) in Mon district of Nagaland since May 3. Unconfirmed report suggest that at least 70 militants of both the
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Fierce fighting has been continuing between the Naga rival factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) and NSCN(Khaplang) in Mon district of Nagaland since May 3. Unconfirmed report suggest that at least 70 militants of both the militant groups have been killed in the fresh violence which turned worse on May 7.
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May - 10 
Meanwhile, the Hizb ul Mujahideen has claimed responsibility for the incident in which an army vehicle was blasted with a land mine explosion, on May 10, in Nihalpora near Baramullah killing four soldiers and said that the operation was carried out i
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Meanwhile, the Hizb ul Mujahideen has claimed responsibility for the incident in which an army vehicle was blasted with a land mine explosion, on May 10, in Nihalpora near Baramullah killing four soldiers and said that the operation was carried out in association with some Lashkar-e-Toiba militants.
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May - 10 
The influential pro-government monk, Sorbitha Thera, who had in 1987 organised demonstrations against Indian troops' landing in Sri Lanka, has appealed for India's assistance in the wake of the Liberation Tiger of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) making several ga
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The influential pro-government monk, Sorbitha Thera, who had in 1987 organised demonstrations against Indian troops' landing in Sri Lanka, has appealed for India's assistance in the wake of the Liberation Tiger of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) making several gains and threatening Jaffna town. He said "Our friendship is not something recent, but goes back to over a thousand years". The pro-opposition United National Party (UNP) monk, Gnanissar, too, appealed for Indian help, but said, "India must help us to defeat the terrorists. We don't want your troops, but New Delhi can help with arms."
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May - 10 
The influential pro-government monk, Sorbitha Thera, who had in 1987 organised demonstrations against Indian troops' landing in Sri Lanka, has appealed for India's assistance in the wake of the Liberation Tiger of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) making several ga
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The influential pro-government monk, Sorbitha Thera, who had in 1987 organised demonstrations against Indian troops' landing in Sri Lanka, has appealed for India's assistance in the wake of the Liberation Tiger of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) making several gains and threatening Jaffna town. He said "Our friendship is not something recent, but goes back to over a thousand years". The pro-opposition United National Party (UNP) monk, Gnanissar, too, appealed for Indian help, but said, "India must help us to defeat the terrorists. We don't want your troops, but New Delhi can help with arms."
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May - 11 
A Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) activist was killed and 13 police personnel, including a Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police was injured in an encounter in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, on May 11.
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A Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) activist was killed and 13 police personnel, including a Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police was injured in an encounter in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, on May 11.
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May - 11 
A suspected militant was killed in Batamaloo. The police claim that the slain militant was a commander of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen. Another Hizb ul militant was killed near Baharabad, Wachkundal in the Sumbal belt.
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A suspected militant was killed in Batamaloo. The police claim that the slain militant was a commander of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen. Another Hizb ul militant was killed near Baharabad, Wachkundal in the Sumbal belt.
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May - 11 
In another incident on the same day, three top Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami (HUJI) militants were killed while trying to intrude into India from across the Line of Control in Poonch district. A considerable quantity of arms, ammunition, explosives and ot
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In another incident on the same day, three top Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami (HUJI) militants were killed while trying to intrude into India from across the Line of Control in Poonch district. A considerable quantity of arms, ammunition, explosives and other equipment were recovered from the slain militants, who were responsible for killing several security forces personnel in the past. In the same district, security forces raided a militant hideout in Hari Mehrote and seized 50 kg of RDX.
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May - 11 
In another incident, two persons, suspected to be agents of Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) were arrested from Chapar, Dhubri district.
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In another incident, two persons, suspected to be agents of Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) were arrested from Chapar, Dhubri district.
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May - 11 
Militants of the extremist Left-wing outfit, People’s War Group (PWG) Naxalites blasted the house of a local political leader in Warangal district, Andhra Pradesh, on May 11. No casualties were reported in the incident.
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Militants of the extremist Left-wing outfit, People’s War Group (PWG) Naxalites blasted the house of a local political leader in Warangal district, Andhra Pradesh, on May 11. No casualties were reported in the incident.
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May - 11 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants shot dead five people, including a Communist Party of India—Marxist (CPI-M) leader, abducted six people and injured another in separate incidents in Tripura, since May 11, delayed reports said.
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants shot dead five people, including a Communist Party of India—Marxist (CPI-M) leader, abducted six people and injured another in separate incidents in Tripura, since May 11, delayed reports said.
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May - 11 
One ULFA militant was killed in an encounter with police in Hukatipara, Nagaon district, on May 11.
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One ULFA militant was killed in an encounter with police in Hukatipara, Nagaon district, on May 11.
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May - 11 
Suspected unidentified militants killed a civilian in Kupwara district and injured another in Baramullah district.
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Suspected unidentified militants killed a civilian in Kupwara district and injured another in Baramullah district.
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May - 11 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), on May 11, claimed that it was a mere one kilometer away from the administrative center in Jaffna.The Defence Ministry announced that in the ongoing battles at Ariyali and Thanankilappu, 96 rebel LTTE cadr
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), on May 11, claimed that it was a mere one kilometer away from the administrative center in Jaffna.The Defence Ministry announced that in the ongoing battles at Ariyali and Thanankilappu, 96 rebel LTTE cadres and 35 government troops were killed.The clandestine rebel Voice of Tigers radio claimed that the LTTE has moved closer to Jaffna and has also overrun two more military bases in at Kovilakandy and Thanankillappu, in the Chavakachcheri sector, from where they captured huge quantities of arms and ammunition. Further, it has also claimed that it was now under control of the entire Ariyali.Meanwhile, the government tightened censorship laws. In a separate development, Constitutional Affairs Minister and Deputy Minister for Finance Prof. G. L. Peiris said on May 11 that Sri Lanka needed SLR 12 billion rupees to prosecute the war against the LTTE.Meanwhile, in India, Prime Minister Atatl Behari Vajpayree declared that India would not grant recognition to Tamil Eelam and added that India would not mediate in the conflict even if Jaffna fell to the rebels, but would mediate only if both the parties requested Indian mediation.
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May - 11 
Two Intelligent Explosive Devices (IEDs), planted by militants on the Poonch-Surankote highway, were detected and diffused before they could cause any damage.
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Two Intelligent Explosive Devices (IEDs), planted by militants on the Poonch-Surankote highway, were detected and diffused before they could cause any damage.
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May - 11 
Two militants, identified as members of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen, were killed in Baderkul village, Kupwara district, on May 11. In Baramullah, militants launched a rifle grenade attack on a security forces' post in Sopore. No casualties were reported.
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Two militants, identified as members of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen, were killed in Baderkul village, Kupwara district, on May 11. In Baramullah, militants launched a rifle grenade attack on a security forces' post in Sopore. No casualties were reported.
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May - 11 
Delayed reports stated that Maoists insurgents killed a civilian in Manisandhu village on May 11.
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Delayed reports stated that Maoists insurgents killed a civilian in Manisandhu village on May 11.
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May - 11 
Former Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala said in Kathmandu, on May 11, that he was opposed to deploying the army to curb the ongoing Maoist insurgency and said he would rather mobilise armed police to deal with the insurgency. He said "Army is the
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Former Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala said in Kathmandu, on May 11, that he was opposed to deploying the army to curb the ongoing Maoist insurgency and said he would rather mobilise armed police to deal with the insurgency. He said "Army is the last resort and I do not want to risk by using the last alternative". He also said that he was in favour of re-activating the Defence Council, which is now dormant. That apart, a panel constituted by the government has recently recommended the creation of a special armed police force to deal with the insurgency.
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May - 11 
Nepal-Bhutan ninth round of ministerial talks to be held in Thimpu on May 22-25 Foreign Minister Chakra Prasad Bastola said in Kathmandu, on May 11, that the ninth round of Ministerial-level talks between Nepal and Bhutan on Bhutanese refugee issue s
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Nepal-Bhutan ninth round of ministerial talks to be held in Thimpu on May 22-25 Foreign Minister Chakra Prasad Bastola said in Kathmandu, on May 11, that the ninth round of Ministerial-level talks between Nepal and Bhutan on Bhutanese refugee issue shall to be held in the Bhutanese capital Thimpu, between May 22 and 25.
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May - 11 
Nepal-Bhutan ninth round of ministerial talks to be held in Thimpu on May 22-25 Foreign Minister Chakra Prasad Bastola said in Kathmandu, on May 11, that the ninth round of Ministerial-level talks between Nepal and Bhutan on Bhutanese refugee issue s
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Nepal-Bhutan ninth round of ministerial talks to be held in Thimpu on May 22-25 Foreign Minister Chakra Prasad Bastola said in Kathmandu, on May 11, that the ninth round of Ministerial-level talks between Nepal and Bhutan on Bhutanese refugee issue shall to be held in the Bhutanese capital Thimpu, between May 22 and 25.
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May - 11 
An LTTE cadre, who lobbed a hand grenade at two policemen was fired at and he later succumbed to his wounds, on May 11.
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An LTTE cadre, who lobbed a hand grenade at two policemen was fired at and he later succumbed to his wounds, on May 11.
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May - 11 
The Defence Ministry announced in a press release that government troops re-adjusted their defences to the east towards Colombuthurai as the liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attacked the security forces at Ariyalai, on 11 May.
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The Defence Ministry announced in a press release that government troops re-adjusted their defences to the east towards Colombuthurai as the liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attacked the security forces at Ariyalai, on 11 May.
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May - 11 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), on May 11, claimed that it was a mere one kilometer away from the administrative center in Jaffna.The Defence Ministry announced that in the ongoing battles at Ariyali and Thanankilappu, 96 rebel LTTE cadr
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), on May 11, claimed that it was a mere one kilometer away from the administrative center in Jaffna.The Defence Ministry announced that in the ongoing battles at Ariyali and Thanankilappu, 96 rebel LTTE cadres and 35 government troops were killed.The clandestine rebel Voice of Tigers radio claimed that the LTTE has moved closer to Jaffna and has also overrun two more military bases in at Kovilakandy and Thanankillappu, in the Chavakachcheri sector, from where they captured huge quantities of arms and ammunition. Further, it has also claimed that it was now under control of the entire Ariyali.Meanwhile, the government tightened censorship laws. In a separate development, Constitutional Affairs Minister and Deputy Minister for Finance Prof. G. L. Peiris said on May 11 that Sri Lanka needed SLR 12 billion rupees to prosecute the war against the LTTE.Meanwhile, in India, Prime Minister Atatl Behari Vajpayree declared that India would not grant recognition to Tamil Eelam and added that India would not mediate in the conflict even if Jaffna fell to the rebels, but would mediate only if both the parties requested Indian mediation.
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May - 12 
Delayed reports stated that two bodies, of suspected victims of militant-violence, were recovered Kupwara and Anantnag districts.
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Delayed reports stated that two bodies, of suspected victims of militant-violence, were recovered Kupwara and Anantnag districts.
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May - 12 
In a separate development, nine PWG Naxalites surrendered to the police in Nizamabad district, of the same State, on May 12, while police arrested seven other Naxalites f the Janashakti group in the same district.
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In a separate development, nine PWG Naxalites surrendered to the police in Nizamabad district, of the same State, on May 12, while police arrested seven other Naxalites f the Janashakti group in the same district.
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May - 12 
In another incident, a militant hideout in Gool, Udhampur district, was raided and busted by security forces, on May 12. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered.
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In another incident, a militant hideout in Gool, Udhampur district, was raided and busted by security forces, on May 12. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered.
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May - 12 
Militants fired and injured a counter-insurgency operative associated with government forces, near Achbal, in Jammu and Kashmir, on May 12.
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Militants fired and injured a counter-insurgency operative associated with government forces, near Achbal, in Jammu and Kashmir, on May 12.
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May - 12 
On May 12, militants killed a Special Police Officer (SPO) and injured a civilian in separate incidents. The first was reported in Aragam, Baramulla district and the other in Achbal, Anantnag district.
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On May 12, militants killed a Special Police Officer (SPO) and injured a civilian in separate incidents. The first was reported in Aragam, Baramulla district and the other in Achbal, Anantnag district.
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May - 12 
On the same day, a militant hideout in Kalaroos, Kupwara district, was busted and some arms and ammunition seized.
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On the same day, a militant hideout in Kalaroos, Kupwara district, was busted and some arms and ammunition seized.
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May - 12 
The army apprehended one National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant, from Lahorijan, near Bokajan in, Assam.
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The army apprehended one National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant, from Lahorijan, near Bokajan in, Assam.
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May - 12 
The Chief Ministers of the North Eastern States have decided to mobilise people against terrorism in the region. The Chief Ministers, at a conference presided over by Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, in Shillong, on May 12, took serious n
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The Chief Ministers of the North Eastern States have decided to mobilise people against terrorism in the region. The Chief Ministers, at a conference presided over by Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, in Shillong, on May 12, took serious note of the prevailing insurgency in the region and appealed to all people of the region to help in bringing peace in the region. As a first step towards generating conditions conducive to the growth of peace and harmony, it has been decided to organize peace rallies in all the districts, subdivisions and blocks of the North Eastern States on June 8.
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May - 12 
Hordes of civilians reportedly left Jaffna town when curfew was relaxed for a few hours in the morning, on May
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Hordes of civilians reportedly left Jaffna town when curfew was relaxed for a few hours in the morning, on May
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May - 12 
Police arrested suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Bambalapitiya, on May 12, and later admitted him at the Colombo National Hospital after he swallowed a cyanide capsule.
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Police arrested suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Bambalapitiya, on May 12, and later admitted him at the Colombo National Hospital after he swallowed a cyanide capsule.
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May - 12 
Sri Lankan security forces, the Defence Ministry said, continued to repulse attempts by Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel forces from advancing further from the stretch of the A9 highway they have been occupying. In the ongoing battles at
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Sri Lankan security forces, the Defence Ministry said, continued to repulse attempts by Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel forces from advancing further from the stretch of the A9 highway they have been occupying. In the ongoing battles at various places in the Jaffna peninsula, seven more government troops and 71 LTTE cadres were killed, taking the death toll to 209. It was reported on May 12 that a total 131 died in the recent battles.
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May - 12 
The Defence Ministry also said that rebel LTTE cadres launched an attack at Tanankillappu, on May 12.
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The Defence Ministry also said that rebel LTTE cadres launched an attack at Tanankillappu, on May 12.
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May - 12 
The government sought to put at rest what it called LTTE rumours and announced that the Palaly air base was fully functional, and was not under attack.
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The government sought to put at rest what it called LTTE rumours and announced that the Palaly air base was fully functional, and was not under attack.
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May - 12 
The rebels announced from their London-based International Secretariat that they have moved in from Vanni to the newer areas that they have captured, and are consolidating their positions there in preparation for the ‘final assault’ on Jaffna.
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The rebels announced from their London-based International Secretariat that they have moved in from Vanni to the newer areas that they have captured, and are consolidating their positions there in preparation for the ‘final assault’ on Jaffna.
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May - 13 
Activists of the extremist Left-wing outfit, People’s War Group Naxalites blew up a bank in Nalgonda district of Andhra Pradesh on the night of May 13. PWG Naxalites also blew up the office of the Mandal Praja Parishad, the seat of local self-governm
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Activists of the extremist Left-wing outfit, People’s War Group Naxalites blew up a bank in Nalgonda district of Andhra Pradesh on the night of May 13. PWG Naxalites also blew up the office of the Mandal Praja Parishad, the seat of local self-government and damaged two private residences in Warangal district.
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May - 13 
Four militants and two civilians were killed in an encounter in Tiring under Hamren police station, Karbi Anglong district on May 13. While two of the slain militants were identified as members of the United Peoples Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), the
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Four militants and two civilians were killed in an encounter in Tiring under Hamren police station, Karbi Anglong district on May 13. While two of the slain militants were identified as members of the United Peoples Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), the other two are members of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
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May - 13 
In an operation, carried out jointly by Army personnel and the Air Force in Kandi area, Budgam district, on May 13, six unidentified militants were killed and two hide-outs were busted.
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In an operation, carried out jointly by Army personnel and the Air Force in Kandi area, Budgam district, on May 13, six unidentified militants were killed and two hide-outs were busted.
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May - 13 
In another incident, suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants killed a civilian near Rangapara, Sonitpur district.
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In another incident, suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants killed a civilian near Rangapara, Sonitpur district.
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May - 13 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants abducted a manager and another employee of a tea garden from North Tripura district on May 13.
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants abducted a manager and another employee of a tea garden from North Tripura district on May 13.
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May - 13 
on May 13, Naxals of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew up Sitaram Puram Railway station in Nalgonda district.
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on May 13, Naxals of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew up Sitaram Puram Railway station in Nalgonda district.
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May - 13 
The militant commander of Al Badr in Jammu and Kashmir has been reportedly killed in an encounter in the Kanzdoor forests of Inderwan, on May 13. A person, claiming to be the spokesperson for Al Badr stated that the slain militant was Hanief-ur-Rehma
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The militant commander of Al Badr in Jammu and Kashmir has been reportedly killed in an encounter in the Kanzdoor forests of Inderwan, on May 13. A person, claiming to be the spokesperson for Al Badr stated that the slain militant was Hanief-ur-Rehman, its Chief. Another report, attributed to the Al Badr outfit, stated that the outfit's Chief, named Hamza Sangaryar was killed in the State and another militant, Shahbaz Afghani has been chosen to succeed him. Defence sources have not yet identified the slain militant.
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May - 14 
Another militant, identified as a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen cadre, was killed in Zinipora hamlet of Asham Sonawari.
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Another militant, identified as a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen cadre, was killed in Zinipora hamlet of Asham Sonawari.
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May - 14 
Bangladesh has always denied the presence of anti-Indian rebel groups in its territory.
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Bangladesh has always denied the presence of anti-Indian rebel groups in its territory.
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May - 14 
Home Minister L. K. Advani on May 14 said that the government was 'actively considering' releasing Punjab terrorists, now in prison but were not facing any serious charges for their pro-Khalistan views during militancy in Punjab. With militancy havin
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Home Minister L. K. Advani on May 14 said that the government was 'actively considering' releasing Punjab terrorists, now in prison but were not facing any serious charges for their pro-Khalistan views during militancy in Punjab. With militancy having ended in Punjab, the cases of those detained could be reviewed, Advani said.
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May - 14 
In another major success for Indian security forces fighting militancy in the State, three top militants of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami (HUJI), including a divisional commander, were killed in Chingus area, Rajouri district, on May 14.
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In another major success for Indian security forces fighting militancy in the State, three top militants of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami (HUJI), including a divisional commander, were killed in Chingus area, Rajouri district, on May 14.
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May - 14 
India extended by two years, on May 14, the ban it has imposed on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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India extended by two years, on May 14, the ban it has imposed on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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May - 14 
May 14 in Darrang district, two persons, associated with the ULFA, were arrested from Hazarikapur and Shivpur respectively. Another militant, a member of the Bengali Tiger Force(BTF) was also apprehended from Tangla, in the same district.
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May 14 in Darrang district, two persons, associated with the ULFA, were arrested from Hazarikapur and Shivpur respectively. Another militant, a member of the Bengali Tiger Force(BTF) was also apprehended from Tangla, in the same district.
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May - 14 
Militants lobbed two grenades, one in Anantnag and another in Srinagar, but neither has caused any damage.
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Militants lobbed two grenades, one in Anantnag and another in Srinagar, but neither has caused any damage.
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May - 14 
on the night of May 14, three Lahkar-e Toiba militants were killed in two separate encounters, both in Mahore area of Udhampur district. Another militant, yet to be identified, was killed in Dattivas forests of Bandipore.
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on the night of May 14, three Lahkar-e Toiba militants were killed in two separate encounters, both in Mahore area of Udhampur district. Another militant, yet to be identified, was killed in Dattivas forests of Bandipore.
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May - 14 
Security forces apprehended an NDFB militant in Kajiamati, Darrang district. Two ULFA militants were also apprehended by security forces from Hhanbari, Darrang district. A third person, identified as a surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SUL
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Security forces apprehended an NDFB militant in Kajiamati, Darrang district. Two ULFA militants were also apprehended by security forces from Hhanbari, Darrang district. A third person, identified as a surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) activist was also arrested in Guwahati.
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May - 14 
Security forces killed an intruder attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control in Hamirpur district, of Pakistan Held Kashmir, on May 14.
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Security forces killed an intruder attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control in Hamirpur district, of Pakistan Held Kashmir, on May 14.
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May - 14 
The Kamatapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) is being closely monitored by police in West Bengal following reports of the possibility that Bhutan-based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Bodo militants were being given shelter by the KLO. Ther
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The Kamatapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) is being closely monitored by police in West Bengal following reports of the possibility that Bhutan-based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Bodo militants were being given shelter by the KLO. There are also reports that insurgent groups of the North-east, who use the Siliguri belt in West Bengal as a safe-house, are in league with the KLO which is spearheading a movement for a separate State in North Bengal. The West Bengal government recently decided to deploy a special combat force of the state armed police personnel.
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May - 14 
The State police is reported to be considering the possibility of halting encounters and search operations against Naxalites.
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The State police is reported to be considering the possibility of halting encounters and search operations against Naxalites.
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May - 14 
There are reports indicating a clash between two Tripura militant outfits in Sylhet, Banladesh. A commander of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) was killed in a camp by rebels from the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT).
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There are reports indicating a clash between two Tripura militant outfits in Sylhet, Banladesh. A commander of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) was killed in a camp by rebels from the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT).
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May - 14 
Three suspected militants were arrested in different parts of the State and were being interrogated.
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Three suspected militants were arrested in different parts of the State and were being interrogated.
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May - 14 
two foreign militants were killed on the night of May 14. No details were available.
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two foreign militants were killed on the night of May 14. No details were available.
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May - 14 
Resisting an attack by some Maoist insurgents on a police post in Malkot village, Kalikot on May 14, police killed one rebel and recovered some weapons.
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Resisting an attack by some Maoist insurgents on a police post in Malkot village, Kalikot on May 14, police killed one rebel and recovered some weapons.
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May - 14 
There are reports indicating a clash between two Tripura militant outfits in Sylhet, Banladesh. A commander of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) was killed in a camp by rebels from the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT).
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There are reports indicating a clash between two Tripura militant outfits in Sylhet, Banladesh. A commander of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) was killed in a camp by rebels from the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT).
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May - 14 
In the clashes and an ambush, reported in different parts of Jaffna peninsula, 11 LTTE cadres and three government troops were killed. In clashes at Colubuthurai, three soldiers were killed and 38 others were injured. Security forces killed ten LTTE
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In the clashes and an ambush, reported in different parts of Jaffna peninsula, 11 LTTE cadres and three government troops were killed. In clashes at Colubuthurai, three soldiers were killed and 38 others were injured. Security forces killed ten LTTE rebels at Muhamalai and Nagarkovil. In an ambush laid by troops in Welioya, four more LTTE cadres were killed.
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May - 14 
LTTE rebels continued their sporadic attacks on Jaffna town, which they have launched on May 12. Besides, the LTTE reportedly sent SOS messages for reinforcements from the Vanni sector and conscription of children in the East of the country, followin
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LTTE rebels continued their sporadic attacks on Jaffna town, which they have launched on May 12. Besides, the LTTE reportedly sent SOS messages for reinforcements from the Vanni sector and conscription of children in the East of the country, following heavy casualties.
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May - 14 
On the political front, Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kuamaratunga has called for a meeting of the heads of all registered political parties, to apprise them of the current situation in Jaffna. The government has also denied the Opposition Leader Ra
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On the political front, Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kuamaratunga has called for a meeting of the heads of all registered political parties, to apprise them of the current situation in Jaffna. The government has also denied the Opposition Leader Ranil Wickremasinghe's claim that the LTTE has entered Jaffna.
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May - 14 
Sri Lankan Air Force jets continued with their bombing of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE) ground positions in Ariyalai, Tannankillappu and Pooneryn areas.
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Sri Lankan Air Force jets continued with their bombing of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE) ground positions in Ariyalai, Tannankillappu and Pooneryn areas.
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May - 15 
A civilian, reported to be a member of a counter insurgent group Ikhwan, was killed by suspected militants in Kuchrikan village in Qazigund. In another incident, a bank guard was killed by militants in Tral, Pulwama district.
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A civilian, reported to be a member of a counter insurgent group Ikhwan, was killed by suspected militants in Kuchrikan village in Qazigund. In another incident, a bank guard was killed by militants in Tral, Pulwama district.
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May - 15 
A member of the extremist Left-wing (Naxal) group, Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist (CPI-ML) was killed by police in the Ramalakshmanapalle forests of Karimnagar district in Andhra Pradesh. Six other Naxalites escaped from the scene of the e
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A member of the extremist Left-wing (Naxal) group, Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist (CPI-ML) was killed by police in the Ramalakshmanapalle forests of Karimnagar district in Andhra Pradesh. Six other Naxalites escaped from the scene of the encounter.
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May - 15 
a security forces personnel was killed when a patrol was ambushed by militants, suspected to be members of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) on May 15 in Kumbi, Bishnupur district. The attackers also took away one gun.
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a security forces personnel was killed when a patrol was ambushed by militants, suspected to be members of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) on May 15 in Kumbi, Bishnupur district. The attackers also took away one gun.
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May - 15 
A woman activist of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA ) was arrested from Tamulkhat village, Tinsukia district. Another ULFA linkman was arrested from Dayang, Dibrugarh district.
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A woman activist of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA ) was arrested from Tamulkhat village, Tinsukia district. Another ULFA linkman was arrested from Dayang, Dibrugarh district.
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May - 15 
A woman cadre of the United Liberation of Asom (ULFA) surrendered in Kamrup district, on May 15. Police, meanwhile, arrested an ULFA militant in Jagiroad, Morigaon district, on May 15, and another from Shivpurm, on May 14.
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A woman cadre of the United Liberation of Asom (ULFA) surrendered in Kamrup district, on May 15. Police, meanwhile, arrested an ULFA militant in Jagiroad, Morigaon district, on May 15, and another from Shivpurm, on May 14.
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May - 15 
An National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militant was killed by security forces in Bhangbari, Nalbari district on May 15.
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An National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militant was killed by security forces in Bhangbari, Nalbari district on May 15.
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May - 15 
An unidentified militant was killed in Kunzar, Budgam district.
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An unidentified militant was killed in Kunzar, Budgam district.
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May - 15 
another militant, yet to be identified, was killed in Khadi Marg. A Hizb militant was killed while he was planting an IED in Tral. A civilian was killed in the cross-fire during an encounter at Tulmulla near Ganderbal on May 15.
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another militant, yet to be identified, was killed in Khadi Marg. A Hizb militant was killed while he was planting an IED in Tral. A civilian was killed in the cross-fire during an encounter at Tulmulla near Ganderbal on May 15.
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May - 15 
In the first incident of its kind, a sitting minister of Jammu and Kashmir was assassinated in Mundpora, Anantnag district, on May 15. The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen has claimed responsibility for the remote controlled, Improvised Explosive Device (IED), whi
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In the first incident of its kind, a sitting minister of Jammu and Kashmir was assassinated in Mundpora, Anantnag district, on May 15. The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen has claimed responsibility for the remote controlled, Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which killed the Minister of State for power, Ghulam Hassan Bhat and four others accompanying him.
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May - 15 
on May 15, six militants were killed in an encounter with security forces at Pragni Karnah near the LoC. A local commander of the Lashkar was killed in Radnullah, Rajouri district during a search operation.
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on May 15, six militants were killed in an encounter with security forces at Pragni Karnah near the LoC. A local commander of the Lashkar was killed in Radnullah, Rajouri district during a search operation.
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May - 15 
reports indicate that despite reaching a cease-fire agreement with the Centre, the Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) is continuing with its collection of taxes in the name of 'Bodoland'. The reports add that most leaders and cadres of the outfit hav
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reports indicate that despite reaching a cease-fire agreement with the Centre, the Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) is continuing with its collection of taxes in the name of 'Bodoland'. The reports add that most leaders and cadres of the outfit have not deposited their arms. Barring the vice-president and the publicity secretary of the Bodo outfit, all other leaders, including the president, were still underground.
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May - 15 
State Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah disclosed that preparations are being made by security forces to launch a major offensive aimed at crushing militancy in the Kashmir Valley.
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State Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah disclosed that preparations are being made by security forces to launch a major offensive aimed at crushing militancy in the Kashmir Valley.
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May - 15 
the Army has claimed that the slain Al Badr chief was Saif-ur-Rehman. There are conflicting versions on the identity of the slain Al Badr chief as reported earlier.
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the Army has claimed that the slain Al Badr chief was Saif-ur-Rehman. There are conflicting versions on the identity of the slain Al Badr chief as reported earlier.
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May - 15 
The Hizb has also claimed responsibility for two other IED explosions that occurred within an hour of the minister's assassination. While one explosion at Khalhar Kandi village in Anantnag district killed two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and
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The Hizb has also claimed responsibility for two other IED explosions that occurred within an hour of the minister's assassination. While one explosion at Khalhar Kandi village in Anantnag district killed two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and injured seven others, the other explosion at Nowgam near Banihal left five police personnel injured.
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May - 15 
A lawyer, member of the Voice of Shia Federation, was killed in Karachi on May 15, in what is suspected to be a part of the sectarian violence.
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A lawyer, member of the Voice of Shia Federation, was killed in Karachi on May 15, in what is suspected to be a part of the sectarian violence.
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May - 15 
A police officer was killed by Maoist insurgents in Rolpa district, on May 15, delayed reports stated.
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A police officer was killed by Maoist insurgents in Rolpa district, on May 15, delayed reports stated.
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May - 15 
a study released in Kathmandu, on May 15, at the first Asian Regional Conference Against Use of Children in War, said that Maoist insurgents were using children in their 'people's war' and have also declared that the recruitment of children has been
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a study released in Kathmandu, on May 15, at the first Asian Regional Conference Against Use of Children in War, said that Maoist insurgents were using children in their 'people's war' and have also declared that the recruitment of children has been a 'bonanza' for the revolutionary cause. The study also said that police have detained children for alleged involvement in the insurgency.
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May - 15 
Analysing the war scenario, the Sri Lankan Government, on May 15, said that the intensity of fighting has come down since May 12, presumably due to the large number of casualties suffered by LTTE. Air strikes have been launched to target several LTTE
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Analysing the war scenario, the Sri Lankan Government, on May 15, said that the intensity of fighting has come down since May 12, presumably due to the large number of casualties suffered by LTTE. Air strikes have been launched to target several LTTE ground positions. An estimated 400 LTTE cadres were killed as a result of the air strikes. On the political front, President Chandrika Kumaratunga, on May 15, briefed leaders of all registered political parties on the latest situation in Jaffna peninsula. The President indicated the government's willingness to negotiate peace if the LTTE too was interested. However, she added, there was no question of withdrawing forces from the north and east. She called upon all political parties to work in unity "at this critical hour" for an undivided Sri Lanka.
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May - 15 
Santhanam Kandeepan, an Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP) leader and member of the Valikamam South Pradeshiya Sabha (PS), was shot dead by unidentified gunmen, in Jaffna, on May 15.
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Santhanam Kandeepan, an Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP) leader and member of the Valikamam South Pradeshiya Sabha (PS), was shot dead by unidentified gunmen, in Jaffna, on May 15.
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May - 15 
Sri Lanka's Defence Ministry stated that 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels and three soldiers were killed at different places in the Jaffna Peninsula on May 15. The Ministry further claimed that six civilians died and eighteen others
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Sri Lanka's Defence Ministry stated that 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels and three soldiers were killed at different places in the Jaffna Peninsula on May 15. The Ministry further claimed that six civilians died and eighteen others were wounded in LTTE-artillery firing in the Gurunagar area, near Pooneryn.
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May - 16 
a security forces personnel was killed and two others injured in an explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast at Buzzallah near Khari.
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a security forces personnel was killed and two others injured in an explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast at Buzzallah near Khari.
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May - 16 
An IED planted by the militants at Dhobiwan in Tral on May 16 was detected and defused without any loss.
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An IED planted by the militants at Dhobiwan in Tral on May 16 was detected and defused without any loss.
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May - 16 
Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) rebels, on May 16, released two Mizos whom they held captive for more than a month.
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Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) rebels, on May 16, released two Mizos whom they held captive for more than a month.
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May - 16 
Left-wing extremists (Naxals) of the People's War Group (PWG) killed three policemen including a junior officer, at Dasnagar in Nizamabad district on the night of May 16
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Left-wing extremists (Naxals) of the People's War Group (PWG) killed three policemen including a junior officer, at Dasnagar in Nizamabad district on the night of May 16
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May - 16 
on May 16, a Rabha National Security Force (RNSF) militant apprehended by police from Mikirbheta, in the same district.
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on May 16, a Rabha National Security Force (RNSF) militant apprehended by police from Mikirbheta, in the same district.
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May - 16 
One more body of a militant was recovered from Doda sanbala which raises the toll of militants killed in the May 16 encounter to six.
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One more body of a militant was recovered from Doda sanbala which raises the toll of militants killed in the May 16 encounter to six.
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May - 16 
one security force personnel was killed and two other injured in the May 16 encounter at Dudasan Bala in Rajouri district. As reported earlier, four foreign militants were killed in this encounter.
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one security force personnel was killed and two other injured in the May 16 encounter at Dudasan Bala in Rajouri district. As reported earlier, four foreign militants were killed in this encounter.
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May - 16 
Rajouri was the scene for four encounters in which eight top militants of Lashkar-e-Toiba and Hizbul Mujahideen outfits were killed on May 16. Identified among the slain militants were two Afghans and at least three Pakistanis. While four militants w
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Rajouri was the scene for four encounters in which eight top militants of Lashkar-e-Toiba and Hizbul Mujahideen outfits were killed on May 16. Identified among the slain militants were two Afghans and at least three Pakistanis. While four militants were killed in Gai Chobatta of the Thanamandi area, a top Hizb commander was killed in Darhal area.4 Two militants, yet to be identified, were killed in Sunderbani. 2 Another suspected Pakistani militant was killed while trying to cross the Line of Control into India in the Chingus area. In another incident in the same area, some arms and ammunition were recovered. 1
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May - 16 
Three grenades, fired by militants at a building in Srinagar, caused some minor damage but failed to cause any casualties.
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Three grenades, fired by militants at a building in Srinagar, caused some minor damage but failed to cause any casualties.
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May - 16 
Two bodies of police informers, suspected to be killed by militants, was recovered from Narabal and Pattan.
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Two bodies of police informers, suspected to be killed by militants, was recovered from Narabal and Pattan.
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May - 16 
two Islamic militants were arrested in Kazipara on May 16. In a separate development, it was announced that the Assam government has decided to observe May 20 as Anti-terrorism Day.
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two Islamic militants were arrested in Kazipara on May 16. In a separate development, it was announced that the Assam government has decided to observe May 20 as Anti-terrorism Day.
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May - 16 
, Maoist insurgents killed a former colleague, in Sindhuli, about 250 k. m. east of Kathmandu, on May 16.
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, Maoist insurgents killed a former colleague, in Sindhuli, about 250 k. m. east of Kathmandu, on May 16.
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May - 16 
Bhutanese Foreign Minister Lyonpo Jigmi Thinley said, on May 16, that he was not aware of the presence of any foreign agents in Bhutan, and assured that his government will not allow such agents, including those of the Pakistan’s Inter Services Intel
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Bhutanese Foreign Minister Lyonpo Jigmi Thinley said, on May 16, that he was not aware of the presence of any foreign agents in Bhutan, and assured that his government will not allow such agents, including those of the Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) to operate against India from Bhutanese soil.
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May - 16 
police claimed to have busted a multi-billion, international human-smuggling racket being run by the LTTE. Police said the LTTE was sending several people to Europe on forged documents.
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police claimed to have busted a multi-billion, international human-smuggling racket being run by the LTTE. Police said the LTTE was sending several people to Europe on forged documents.
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May - 16 
Ruling out the possibility of foreign troops battling the LTTE for the government, Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar said that his government needed US$ 174 million more to buy weapons for the war against the LTTE. Kadirgamar also said that the LT
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Ruling out the possibility of foreign troops battling the LTTE for the government, Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar said that his government needed US$ 174 million more to buy weapons for the war against the LTTE. Kadirgamar also said that the LTTE did not exhibit even 'the slightest degree of willingness' for peace negotiations, and urged LTTE leader Prabhakaran to 'give up the military course'. On the political front, the ruling People's Alliance and the opposition United National Party agreed on the modalities of sharing powers between the Central government and those in the regions.
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May - 16 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) claimed on May 16 they have launched the final assault on Jaffna town and asked civilians there to move to safer areas. LTTE rebels also claimed that they have made fresh advances 'deep into army-held terri
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) claimed on May 16 they have launched the final assault on Jaffna town and asked civilians there to move to safer areas. LTTE rebels also claimed that they have made fresh advances 'deep into army-held territory', in the Chavakachcheri sector. The LTTE reportedly overran a base in Navatkuli and was attacking another base in Kaithady, besides damaging defences at Pasaiyur and Kurunagar, on Jaffna outskirts. The Special Media Information Centre said that government forces fought the LTTE, but shifted their positions to north-east of Tanankilappu, as troops came under concentrated artillery and mortar attack from the LTTE. In the clashes, six soldiers, including an officer were killed and 36 others were wounded, while the LTTE lost forty cadres. Besides, troops killed four more rebels in Nagarkovil, on May 15.
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May - 17 
A Kachin-trained hard-core United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre surrendered before the authorities on May 17 in Morigaon district.
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A Kachin-trained hard-core United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre surrendered before the authorities on May 17 in Morigaon district.
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May - 17 
A large amount of ammunition and explosives from a house in Thekabalapara under Sarthebari police station, Barpeta district after a brief encounter with ULFA militants.
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A large amount of ammunition and explosives from a house in Thekabalapara under Sarthebari police station, Barpeta district after a brief encounter with ULFA militants.
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May - 17 
civilian was killed in Sopore while the body of one person, suspected to be a victim of militants, was recovered in Baramullah district.
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civilian was killed in Sopore while the body of one person, suspected to be a victim of militants, was recovered in Baramullah district.
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May - 17 
Eight activists of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Khaplang (NSCN-K), People's Liberation Army (PLA) and United National Liberation Front (UNLF) were apprehended by police from different places in Manipur on May 17.
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Eight activists of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Khaplang (NSCN-K), People's Liberation Army (PLA) and United National Liberation Front (UNLF) were apprehended by police from different places in Manipur on May 17.
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May - 17 
In another encounter, in Kulgam area of Anantnag district two militants were killed.
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In another encounter, in Kulgam area of Anantnag district two militants were killed.
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May - 17 
Making a statement in India's Upper House of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, Union Home Minister indicated that the Union Government is considering a draft of the proposed Prevention of Terrorism Bill submitted by the Law Commission to replace the lapsed Te
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Making a statement in India's Upper House of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, Union Home Minister indicated that the Union Government is considering a draft of the proposed Prevention of Terrorism Bill submitted by the Law Commission to replace the lapsed Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (Tada). He ruled out the possibility of bringing back an amended version of the controversial act. He also assured the House that the proposed Bill would be introduced in Parliament only after thorough consultations with various political parties and states.
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May - 17 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants killed 12 persons in separate incidents in Dhalai and South Tripura districts on May 17. NLFT militants also abducted four people from Bishramgang, West Tripura district and two government officia
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants killed 12 persons in separate incidents in Dhalai and South Tripura districts on May 17. NLFT militants also abducted four people from Bishramgang, West Tripura district and two government officials from Karewok, South Tripura district.
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May - 17 
on the night of May 17, a local commander of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami was killed in Dugga Rishipora, Doda district. His accomplice was injured in the encounter.
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on the night of May 17, a local commander of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami was killed in Dugga Rishipora, Doda district. His accomplice was injured in the encounter.
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May - 17 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) claimed that it has wrested control of the Zunheboto district from the its rival guerrilla faction––NSCN–Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM)––in a ‘bloodless coup', on May 17. Armed NSCN-K cadres reporte
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) claimed that it has wrested control of the Zunheboto district from the its rival guerrilla faction––NSCN–Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM)––in a ‘bloodless coup', on May 17. Armed NSCN-K cadres reportedly are holding at least 10 of their rivals as hostages. Meanwhile, fratricidal clashes between the two factions were still continuing in Tiru, Mon district, bordering Assam.
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May - 17 
the self-styled Commander-in-Chief of the Barak Valley Youth Liberation Front (BVYLF) and his two associates were beaten to death by an angry mob near Maniarkhal Tea Estate, Cachar district , on May 17.
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the self-styled Commander-in-Chief of the Barak Valley Youth Liberation Front (BVYLF) and his two associates were beaten to death by an angry mob near Maniarkhal Tea Estate, Cachar district , on May 17.
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May - 17 
Two civilians were injured in a mine-blast carried out by militants in Doodipora, Kupwara district.
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Two civilians were injured in a mine-blast carried out by militants in Doodipora, Kupwara district.
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May - 17 
two militants were arrested, one from B G Gali, Poonch district and the other from Neelamkali-Handwara, Kupwara district.
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two militants were arrested, one from B G Gali, Poonch district and the other from Neelamkali-Handwara, Kupwara district.
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May - 17 
Two security forces personnel were injured in a land mine explosion triggered by militants in Tarana on the Srinagar-Jammu national highway. There are reports that militants attacked an army camp near Surankote, though no details of casualties were r
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Two security forces personnel were injured in a land mine explosion triggered by militants in Tarana on the Srinagar-Jammu national highway. There are reports that militants attacked an army camp near Surankote, though no details of casualties were reported.
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May - 17 
Unidentified militants killed a civilian at Balgarden in Srinagar on May 17.
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Unidentified militants killed a civilian at Balgarden in Srinagar on May 17.
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May - 17 
Unidentified militants killed a civilian in Wardwan, Badgam district.
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Unidentified militants killed a civilian in Wardwan, Badgam district.
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May - 17 
Union Home Minister L K Advani, on May 17, said that the Government was ready to talk to any insurgent group involved in militancy in Assam or any other part of the North-east. But it would be better if State Governments take the initiative in this d
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Union Home Minister L K Advani, on May 17, said that the Government was ready to talk to any insurgent group involved in militancy in Assam or any other part of the North-east. But it would be better if State Governments take the initiative in this direction.
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May - 17 
Former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba said that public opinion was steadily building against violence by Maoist insurgents and urged intellectuals, media and the people to come out openly against their violence. Deuba said he has been asked by the
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Former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba said that public opinion was steadily building against violence by Maoist insurgents and urged intellectuals, media and the people to come out openly against their violence. Deuba said he has been asked by the incumbent Koirala government to hold talks with the Maoists rebels and added that he needed support and more powers to accomplish the task.
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May - 17 
reports indicate that threats and attacks by Maoist rebels have disrupted operations in two of Nepal’s largest banks. Several branches and sub-branches have been either merged, or appended, or moved to new and safer locations. The banks began moving
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reports indicate that threats and attacks by Maoist rebels have disrupted operations in two of Nepal’s largest banks. Several branches and sub-branches have been either merged, or appended, or moved to new and safer locations. The banks began moving to safer locations after increased raids by Maoists. They have not only taken cash and other valuables from the vaults but also rifles from the guards.
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May - 17 
on May 17, warned that it would expel United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants from their camps in the country's eastern forest areas, if they failed to withdraw peacefully. The Royal Government of Bhutan has had two meetings with the milita
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on May 17, warned that it would expel United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants from their camps in the country's eastern forest areas, if they failed to withdraw peacefully. The Royal Government of Bhutan has had two meetings with the militants at senior level and asked them to fix a date for another meeting, probably the last, to finalise the time-frame for withdrawal. However, the outfit has not responded to the ultimatum.
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May - 17 
19 people were killed and 42 others were injured in a bomb explosion in Batticaloa, on May 17, suspected to have been carried out by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). Among those killed were four army men and a police officer, while 21 sec
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19 people were killed and 42 others were injured in a bomb explosion in Batticaloa, on May 17, suspected to have been carried out by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). Among those killed were four army men and a police officer, while 21 security forces personnel were among those injured.
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May - 17 
on the battle-front, LTTE has claimed that it captured the strategically important Kaithady base, five km. away from Jaffna, and a buffer between Palaly airport and Jaffna town, in the Thenmadrachchi sector. The LTTE further claimed that it has kille
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on the battle-front, LTTE has claimed that it captured the strategically important Kaithady base, five km. away from Jaffna, and a buffer between Palaly airport and Jaffna town, in the Thenmadrachchi sector. The LTTE further claimed that it has killed 100 soldiers in the clashes.
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May - 18 
In another incident, militants fired at and injured another civilian in Pattan township.
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In another incident, militants fired at and injured another civilian in Pattan township.
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May - 18 
Two unidentified militants were killed at Parneli in Udhampur district. A village defence committee (VDC) member was also killed in this encounter.
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Two unidentified militants were killed at Parneli in Udhampur district. A village defence committee (VDC) member was also killed in this encounter.
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May - 18 
, the son of a local elected representative, was abducted by militants from Marwah, Doda district and is suspected to have been killed by them.
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, the son of a local elected representative, was abducted by militants from Marwah, Doda district and is suspected to have been killed by them.
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May - 18 
A report attributed to the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen, stated that the organisation is merging with the Jaish-e-Muhammad, a new militant outfit begun by the former Harkat-ul-Ansar general secretary Masood Azhar, who was released from an Indian jail in Dece
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A report attributed to the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen, stated that the organisation is merging with the Jaish-e-Muhammad, a new militant outfit begun by the former Harkat-ul-Ansar general secretary Masood Azhar, who was released from an Indian jail in December 1999.
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May - 18 
An inquiry commission that probed the February 14, 1998, bomb blasts that rocked the southern Indian city of Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, and left over 50 dead, confirmed the role of Islamic fundamentalist groups, particularly Al Umma, and recommended the
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An inquiry commission that probed the February 14, 1998, bomb blasts that rocked the southern Indian city of Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, and left over 50 dead, confirmed the role of Islamic fundamentalist groups, particularly Al Umma, and recommended their banning. The outfit has already been banned.
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May - 18 
another Meitei insurgent outfit-People's Liberation Army (PLA) has recently taken a decision to come forward for talks aimed at a negotiated settlement of the problems in Manipur. However, the Central government is yet to establish direct contact wit
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another Meitei insurgent outfit-People's Liberation Army (PLA) has recently taken a decision to come forward for talks aimed at a negotiated settlement of the problems in Manipur. However, the Central government is yet to establish direct contact with the leaders of the outfit.
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May - 18 
Elsewhere in the district, 11 suspected Naxalites and their sympathisers were arrested in Janagaon. They are suspected of involvement in a bomb blast in the area on May 17.
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Elsewhere in the district, 11 suspected Naxalites and their sympathisers were arrested in Janagaon. They are suspected of involvement in a bomb blast in the area on May 17.
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May - 18 
Karbi Anglong district, two militants of United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) were killed in an encounter.
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Karbi Anglong district, two militants of United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) were killed in an encounter.
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May - 18 
lobbed a grenade in Batamaloo in Srinagar injuring one civilian.
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lobbed a grenade in Batamaloo in Srinagar injuring one civilian.
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May - 18 
Security forces busted an United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) hide-out in Kakojan reserve forest of Tinsukia district on May 18. A large quantity of explosives, combat dresses and incriminating documents were recovered.
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Security forces busted an United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) hide-out in Kakojan reserve forest of Tinsukia district on May 18. A large quantity of explosives, combat dresses and incriminating documents were recovered.
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May - 18 
Six members of the extreme Left-wing (Naxalites) outfits, People’s War Group (PWG) and Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Janashakti faction surrendered in Warrangal district on May 18.
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Six members of the extreme Left-wing (Naxalites) outfits, People’s War Group (PWG) and Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Janashakti faction surrendered in Warrangal district on May 18.
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May - 18 
Six militants of the People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) were killed in an encounter in Wangkhei near Imphal, on May 18.
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Six militants of the People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) were killed in an encounter in Wangkhei near Imphal, on May 18.
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May - 18 
Six persons including an Executive Magistrate were killed when suspected Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) militants ambushed the convoy of Deputy Commissioner, North Cachar (NC) Hills, near Umrangsu, NC Hills district on May 18.
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Six persons including an Executive Magistrate were killed when suspected Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) militants ambushed the convoy of Deputy Commissioner, North Cachar (NC) Hills, near Umrangsu, NC Hills district on May 18.
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May - 18 
The Central Bureau of Investigation, probing the December 1999 hijack of an Indian Airlines flight, IC-814, has announced a cash reward of US$ 24,00 for providing information on the five hijackers who, it said, have associates in India, and were like
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The Central Bureau of Investigation, probing the December 1999 hijack of an Indian Airlines flight, IC-814, has announced a cash reward of US$ 24,00 for providing information on the five hijackers who, it said, have associates in India, and were likely to visit the country.
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May - 18 
The Central government , worried that the State police has failed to contain the various illegal activities of the Surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) in Assam, has asked State police for information on the security provided to member
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The Central government , worried that the State police has failed to contain the various illegal activities of the Surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) in Assam, has asked State police for information on the security provided to members of the SULFA. This follows recent developments in Dibrugarh and Tezpur where the local people are up in arms against the SULFA.
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May - 18 
The Central government on May 18 has announced raising of 12 additional battalions of paramilitary forces, mainly the Assam Rifles. This is intended to combat growing insurgency in the North-East following a void created by shifting of some Army form
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The Central government on May 18 has announced raising of 12 additional battalions of paramilitary forces, mainly the Assam Rifles. This is intended to combat growing insurgency in the North-East following a void created by shifting of some Army formations.
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May - 18 
The Commander-in-Chief (C-in-C) of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Paresh Barua in a clandestine meeting between Bhutanese delegation in Dhaka, made it clear that if any military action is taken against his men, then Thimpu (Bhutan's capital)
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The Commander-in-Chief (C-in-C) of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Paresh Barua in a clandestine meeting between Bhutanese delegation in Dhaka, made it clear that if any military action is taken against his men, then Thimpu (Bhutan's capital) should be prepared for the consequences. This follows the warning delivered by Bhutan's Royal government, to the ULFA, to peacefully vacate its bases in Bhutan failing which force would be used against the ULFA.
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May - 18 
three civilians were injured in Chrar-e-Sharief town when a blast occurred in a shop.
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three civilians were injured in Chrar-e-Sharief town when a blast occurred in a shop.
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May - 18 
Two foreign militants of Hizbul Mujahideen were killed at Hari Marhot in Poonch district on May 18.
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Two foreign militants of Hizbul Mujahideen were killed at Hari Marhot in Poonch district on May 18.
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May - 18 
two hard-core ULFA militants from Borkola under Kalaigaon police station were arrested.
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two hard-core ULFA militants from Borkola under Kalaigaon police station were arrested.
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May - 18 
An explosive device was triggered off inside the Larkana District Court building, Sindh, on May 18.
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An explosive device was triggered off inside the Larkana District Court building, Sindh, on May 18.
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May - 18 
In another incident in Sindh, several people aboard the Sukkur Express had a miraculous escape when a bomb planted by saboteurs on the railway line between Rohri and Karachi, near Achu Kumbi, went off minutes after the train passed by.
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In another incident in Sindh, several people aboard the Sukkur Express had a miraculous escape when a bomb planted by saboteurs on the railway line between Rohri and Karachi, near Achu Kumbi, went off minutes after the train passed by.
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May - 18 
Renowned religious scholar Maulana Mohammad Yousuf Ludhianvi was, on May 18, shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Karachi. His driver was also killed in the attack. The Sindh government has appointed an inquiry commission chaired by a Judge of the Sin
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Renowned religious scholar Maulana Mohammad Yousuf Ludhianvi was, on May 18, shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Karachi. His driver was also killed in the attack. The Sindh government has appointed an inquiry commission chaired by a Judge of the Sindh High Court to probe into the incident. Infuriated at the Maulana's killing, mobs paralysed life in several parts of Karachi and indulged in widespread arson, settling ablaze twenty-one vehicles and damaging property.
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May - 18 
A plot to assassinate several senior Cabinet Ministers, politicians and senior police officers was uncovered following the arrest of an LTTE cadre who attempted to obtain a passport on forged documents. Several kilogrammes of explosives were recovere
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A plot to assassinate several senior Cabinet Ministers, politicians and senior police officers was uncovered following the arrest of an LTTE cadre who attempted to obtain a passport on forged documents. Several kilogrammes of explosives were recovered from the arrested person. The arrest of the LTTE cadre led to the police taking 12 more LTTE suspects into custody.
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May - 18 
the Colombo High Court sentenced an LTTE member, hailing from Jaffna, to 15 years rigorous imprisonment for organising a bomb explosion in Colombo, on August 7, 1995, that left several persons dead, including one LTTE cadre.
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the Colombo High Court sentenced an LTTE member, hailing from Jaffna, to 15 years rigorous imprisonment for organising a bomb explosion in Colombo, on August 7, 1995, that left several persons dead, including one LTTE cadre.
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May - 18 
The government's Special Media Information Center (SMIC) said, on May 19, that new weapons have been dispatched to Palaly and they would become operational soon. Further, it also said that troops fought to stave off attacks by Liberation Tigers of Ta
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The government's Special Media Information Center (SMIC) said, on May 19, that new weapons have been dispatched to Palaly and they would become operational soon. Further, it also said that troops fought to stave off attacks by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Thanankilappu and Navalkutti areas. Stating that government troops retaliated to LTTE attacks, the SMIC claimed that the LTE suffered casualties, but did not reveal the numbers. However, the government admitted the death of four soldiers in confrontations on May 19.
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May - 18 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam's clandestine Voice of Tigers radio, on May 18, claimed that it had hit the main communications tower and parts of the runway at the Palaly airport. Two guards on duty were reportedly killed in the shelling. Meanw
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam's clandestine Voice of Tigers radio, on May 18, claimed that it had hit the main communications tower and parts of the runway at the Palaly airport. Two guards on duty were reportedly killed in the shelling. Meanwhile, the Sri Lankan Army declared a general amnesty for deserters who would report to duty between May 17 and 24.
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May - 19 
Three militants, suspected to be part of the Fidayeen (suicide squad) of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed in Sunderbani, Rajouri district. While one has been identified, the others are yet to be identified. Another top Lashkar militant was killed in
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Three militants, suspected to be part of the Fidayeen (suicide squad) of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed in Sunderbani, Rajouri district. While one has been identified, the others are yet to be identified. Another top Lashkar militant was killed in Koti near Doda town.
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May - 19 
A local commander of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen was killed in Haritar village, Pattan
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A local commander of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen was killed in Haritar village, Pattan
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May - 19 
A Naga insurgent group's, National Socialist Council of Nagaland––Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM'), ‘Ministry of Finance’ said it has decided to abolish permit system on all essential commodities and ban all the so-called unions with immediate effect.
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A Naga insurgent group's, National Socialist Council of Nagaland––Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM'), ‘Ministry of Finance’ said it has decided to abolish permit system on all essential commodities and ban all the so-called unions with immediate effect.
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May - 19 
An unnamed Ministry of External Affairs senior official said on May 19 that India has decided not to pay the Afghan Taliban regime the bill the latter has sent for services rendered during the time that the hijacked flight IC-814 was on Afghan soil.
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An unnamed Ministry of External Affairs senior official said on May 19 that India has decided not to pay the Afghan Taliban regime the bill the latter has sent for services rendered during the time that the hijacked flight IC-814 was on Afghan soil. India 'was sure of its complicity in the hijack'' and would, hence, not pay the charges of US$ 100,000 that the Taliban has claimed.
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May - 19 
Assam Police on May 19 launched massive combing operations in the North Cachar (NC) Hills to nab the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) and National Socialist Council of Nagaland––Isak–Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants suspected to have ambushed the convoy of a Deputy
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Assam Police on May 19 launched massive combing operations in the North Cachar (NC) Hills to nab the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) and National Socialist Council of Nagaland––Isak–Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants suspected to have ambushed the convoy of a Deputy Commissioner, in which an Executive Magistrate and five others were killed, on May 18.
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May - 19 
In Kulgam, Anantnag district, suspected militants killed one security forces personnel.
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In Kulgam, Anantnag district, suspected militants killed one security forces personnel.
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May - 19 
Left-wing rebels of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed five people in separate incidents in Gumla, Chatra and Hazaribagh districts, south Bihar, on May 19.
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Left-wing rebels of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed five people in separate incidents in Gumla, Chatra and Hazaribagh districts, south Bihar, on May 19.
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May - 19 
Militants made an unsuccessful bid, on May 19, to target the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly building in Srinagar with a rocket attack. Four civilians were injured in the abortive bid. Police recovered the Rocket Projectile Gun (RPG) which was used in the
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Militants made an unsuccessful bid, on May 19, to target the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly building in Srinagar with a rocket attack. Four civilians were injured in the abortive bid. Police recovered the Rocket Projectile Gun (RPG) which was used in the attack, but made no arrests.
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May - 19 
on May 19, two militants was killed in separate encounters in Doda district. One civilian was injured in one of these encounters.
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on May 19, two militants was killed in separate encounters in Doda district. One civilian was injured in one of these encounters.
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May - 19 
Personnel of the Assam police as well as armed Surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) men allegedly intruded into Lokon, about 35 kms from Mon, and assaulted 35 villagers, on May 17. Besides, they allegedly abducted and later released se
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Personnel of the Assam police as well as armed Surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) men allegedly intruded into Lokon, about 35 kms from Mon, and assaulted 35 villagers, on May 17. Besides, they allegedly abducted and later released seven village headmen. Under specific directives from the Union Home Ministry, the State police and Assam Rifles have reportedly instituted concrete ste ps to prevent massive extortion of funds by the banned underground organisations. Meanwhile, police arrested 13 underground activists, including 11 cadres, of the banned United National Liberation Front (UNLF) from different parts of the State.
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May - 19 
Police arrested a hard-core United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant in Telahi, Morigaon district, on May 19, while another hard-core militant surrendered in Tezpur.
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Police arrested a hard-core United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant in Telahi, Morigaon district, on May 19, while another hard-core militant surrendered in Tezpur.
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May - 19 
Six civilians were injured in a grenade explosion perpetrated by militants in Batamaloo.
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Six civilians were injured in a grenade explosion perpetrated by militants in Batamaloo.
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May - 19 
The government of the central Indian State of Madhya Pradesh has intensified security measures in the wake of a call given by Left-wing extremists, Naxalites, to boycott the by-elections to the State Legislative Assembly due in a few days.
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The government of the central Indian State of Madhya Pradesh has intensified security measures in the wake of a call given by Left-wing extremists, Naxalites, to boycott the by-elections to the State Legislative Assembly due in a few days.
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May - 19 
Upon receiving information that some Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres, who were injured in battles in the Jaffna peninsula, were being provided medical attention at privately-owned hospitals in the southern Indian city of Bangalore, pol
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Upon receiving information that some Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres, who were injured in battles in the Jaffna peninsula, were being provided medical attention at privately-owned hospitals in the southern Indian city of Bangalore, police have launched a search operation there, but did not find any LTTE cadres.
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May - 19 
the LTTE asked government troops stationed in the Jaffna peninsula to surrender and, thus, 'avoid a bloodbath'. Besides, the LTTE claimed that owing to its artillery fire the army suspended operations at the Palaly airport, whose runaway the LTTE cla
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the LTTE asked government troops stationed in the Jaffna peninsula to surrender and, thus, 'avoid a bloodbath'. Besides, the LTTE claimed that owing to its artillery fire the army suspended operations at the Palaly airport, whose runaway the LTTE claimed to have damaged, as also the Kankasenthurai harbour.
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May - 20 
15 people, including children and women, were massacred while several others were injured by National Liberation front of Tripura (NLFT) insurgents in Baghbar under Kalyanpur police station, west Tripura district, on May 20. As communal flare-ups eng
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15 people, including children and women, were massacred while several others were injured by National Liberation front of Tripura (NLFT) insurgents in Baghbar under Kalyanpur police station, west Tripura district, on May 20. As communal flare-ups engulfed the area, thousands of non-tribals fled to a nearby town. Besides, at least 50 houses belonging to both the communities were burnt down
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May - 20 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants abducted seven people from Borduria, Tirap district, on May 20, delayed reports stated.
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants abducted seven people from Borduria, Tirap district, on May 20, delayed reports stated.
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May - 20 
on May 20, five persons were injured in a grenade explosion which occurred at Nawakadal. Another civilian, injured in a grenade explosion on May 19 in Batamaloo, succumbed to his injuries on May 20.
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on May 20, five persons were injured in a grenade explosion which occurred at Nawakadal. Another civilian, injured in a grenade explosion on May 19 in Batamaloo, succumbed to his injuries on May 20.
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May - 20 
Sources in the Home ministry said today that a noticeable build-up of mercenaries has been noticed in areas across the LoC in the Kargil sector. Indian observation posts have also sighted Afghan militants in civil dress. Reports from Europe indicate
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Sources in the Home ministry said today that a noticeable build-up of mercenaries has been noticed in areas across the LoC in the Kargil sector. Indian observation posts have also sighted Afghan militants in civil dress. Reports from Europe indicate that the Pakistan government has placed massive orders for mountain equipment. These reports come after the Defence minister George Fernandes spoke about a build-up in the LoC and a possible repeat of the Kargil incident occurringss this summer.
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May - 20 
Maoists insurgents in Nepal’s far-western hills released two police personnel, whom they had abducted on March 3 from the Binayak Village Development Committee (VDC), Achham district
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Maoists insurgents in Nepal’s far-western hills released two police personnel, whom they had abducted on March 3 from the Binayak Village Development Committee (VDC), Achham district
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May - 20 
the government claimed that two top-rung LTTE leaders, Murali and Vasanthan, were killed in clashes at Chavakachcheri, on May 20.
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the government claimed that two top-rung LTTE leaders, Murali and Vasanthan, were killed in clashes at Chavakachcheri, on May 20.
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May - 21 
A body of a civilian, suspected to be killed by militants was recovered from Sopore.
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A body of a civilian, suspected to be killed by militants was recovered from Sopore.
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May - 21 
a member of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen, was killed in Arigam village of Pulawama district.
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a member of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen, was killed in Arigam village of Pulawama district.
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May - 21 
alleged to be a militant sympathiser was arrested in Kishtwar. A wireless set and some arms were recovered from the arrested civilian.
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alleged to be a militant sympathiser was arrested in Kishtwar. A wireless set and some arms were recovered from the arrested civilian.
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May - 21 
Another person was shot dead by security forces in Nowpora.
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Another person was shot dead by security forces in Nowpora.
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May - 21 
In other incidents, a civilian was killed by militants in Anantnag district .
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In other incidents, a civilian was killed by militants in Anantnag district .
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May - 21 
on May 21, three militants of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-Islami and three security force personnel were killed in Banihal, Doda district.
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on May 21, three militants of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-Islami and three security force personnel were killed in Banihal, Doda district.
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May - 21 
One militant was arrested at Pulwama.
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One militant was arrested at Pulwama.
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May - 21 
Security forces ambushed a group of militants in Lolab forests of Kupwara district and killed two militants on May 21.
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Security forces ambushed a group of militants in Lolab forests of Kupwara district and killed two militants on May 21.
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May - 21 
The body of a civilian, suspected to be killed by militants, was recovered in Baramulla district.
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The body of a civilian, suspected to be killed by militants, was recovered in Baramulla district.
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May - 21 
two civilians were abducted in Poonch district.
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two civilians were abducted in Poonch district.
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May - 21 
Two militant hide-outs in Rajouri and Poonch districts were busted by security forces and some arms ammunition, rockets and explosives were seized.
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Two militant hide-outs in Rajouri and Poonch districts were busted by security forces and some arms ammunition, rockets and explosives were seized.
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May - 21 
woman was killed by militants in Anantnag district. Three civilians were also injured in this incident.
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woman was killed by militants in Anantnag district. Three civilians were also injured in this incident.
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May - 21 
Joytirindra Bodhipriya Larma, Chairman, Chittagong Hill Tracts Regional Council, termed the Chittagong Hill Tracts situation as volatile and accused certain quarters in the government of trying to prevent the implementation of the peace accord.
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Joytirindra Bodhipriya Larma, Chairman, Chittagong Hill Tracts Regional Council, termed the Chittagong Hill Tracts situation as volatile and accused certain quarters in the government of trying to prevent the implementation of the peace accord.
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May - 21 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), on May 21, claimed that it has captured Chavakachcheri, the second largest town in the Jaffna peninsula, on May 20. The rebel's clandestine Voice of Tigers Radio said that the LTTE was pounding the Kilali
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), on May 21, claimed that it has captured Chavakachcheri, the second largest town in the Jaffna peninsula, on May 20. The rebel's clandestine Voice of Tigers Radio said that the LTTE was pounding the Kilali base and other government-held positions in the Thenmarachchi sector. The rebels also claimed that they were launching multi-pronged attacks to 'interdict' the third supply route of the Sri Lankan Army from Palaly. The government's Special Media Information Center (SMIC), claimed on May 20, that the deployment of newly acquired artillery weapon systems has 'caused a reduction' in artillery/mortar attacks by the LTTE. The SMIC further said that it was pounding rebel LTTE positions in Thanankilappu and Ariyali, and that the rebels suffered heavy casualties, but the SMIC did not reveal any numbers.
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May - 21 
the LTTE and the government traded charges that the other party was responsible for the May 19 death of 15 civilians in artillery shelling that hit an old age home, in Kaithady.
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the LTTE and the government traded charges that the other party was responsible for the May 19 death of 15 civilians in artillery shelling that hit an old age home, in Kaithady.
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May - 22 
no fresh violence was reported from West Tripura District, the worst affected district in the current spell of violence in Khowai. Curfew would, however, continue. Besides, 22 persons were detained following the Khowai violence and are being interro
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no fresh violence was reported from West Tripura District, the worst affected district in the current spell of violence in Khowai. Curfew would, however, continue. Besides, 22 persons were detained following the Khowai violence and are being interrogated by security forces.
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May - 22 
A huge haul of RDX explosives and drugs were recovered during a raid in Dandi Dara, Poonch district.
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A huge haul of RDX explosives and drugs were recovered during a raid in Dandi Dara, Poonch district.
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May - 22 
At a meeting with Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, in New Delhi, on May 21,Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar demanded the deployment of Army in his State and requisitioned additional paramilitary forces to contain the ethnic violence there, whi
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At a meeting with Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, in New Delhi, on May 21,Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar demanded the deployment of Army in his State and requisitioned additional paramilitary forces to contain the ethnic violence there, which claimed 30 lives in the recent past.
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May - 22 
In North Tripura district, six tribals were injured when militants of the United Bengali Liberation Front of Tripura hurled powerful bombs on a passenger vehicle, on May 22, in Panisagar. One person was arrested in this connection.
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In North Tripura district, six tribals were injured when militants of the United Bengali Liberation Front of Tripura hurled powerful bombs on a passenger vehicle, on May 22, in Panisagar. One person was arrested in this connection.
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May - 22 
militants killed two members of the counter-insurgency group, Ikhwan, in Surath, Anantnag district. A woman was killed by militants in Marhama village near Bejbehara.
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militants killed two members of the counter-insurgency group, Ikhwan, in Surath, Anantnag district. A woman was killed by militants in Marhama village near Bejbehara.
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May - 22 
Militants launched a grenade attack on the civil secretariat and police headquarter buildings in Srinagar. 18 grenades were fired in this attack, which missed the targets and instead killed one civilian and injured a policeman.
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Militants launched a grenade attack on the civil secretariat and police headquarter buildings in Srinagar. 18 grenades were fired in this attack, which missed the targets and instead killed one civilian and injured a policeman.
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May - 22 
One militant was killed in Sumbal. Unconfirmed reports indicate that one security force personnel was also killed in the encounter.
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One militant was killed in Sumbal. Unconfirmed reports indicate that one security force personnel was also killed in the encounter.
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May - 22 
one of the militants, killed in the May 22 encounter in Thanamandi, Rajouri district, has been identified as Abdul Hameed, who, it was claimed, was a ground engineer in the Pakistan Air Force.
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one of the militants, killed in the May 22 encounter in Thanamandi, Rajouri district, has been identified as Abdul Hameed, who, it was claimed, was a ground engineer in the Pakistan Air Force.
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May - 22 
Rajouri district, eight militants, suspected to be foreigners, were killed in two separate encounters on May 22. While six were killed in Thanamandi, the other two, including a top Hizb-ul Mujahideen member, were killed in Chingus.
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Rajouri district, eight militants, suspected to be foreigners, were killed in two separate encounters on May 22. While six were killed in Thanamandi, the other two, including a top Hizb-ul Mujahideen member, were killed in Chingus.
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May - 22 
security forces foiled an infiltration attempt by a group of militants in the Bharwiyani Gali sector of the Line of Control, killing one militant and capturing a huge quantity of arms and ammunition.
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security forces foiled an infiltration attempt by a group of militants in the Bharwiyani Gali sector of the Line of Control, killing one militant and capturing a huge quantity of arms and ammunition.
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May - 22 
six suspected militants were arrested from different parts of the State and some arms and ammunition recovered. Three were arrested from Srinagar, two from Pulwama and one from Kangan. Security forces busted a militant hideout close to the LoC in the
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six suspected militants were arrested from different parts of the State and some arms and ammunition recovered. Three were arrested from Srinagar, two from Pulwama and one from Kangan. Security forces busted a militant hideout close to the LoC in the Uri sector.
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May - 22 
the Al-Fateh Force, a pro-Pak militant outfit has banned the ongoing census in Kashmir.
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the Al-Fateh Force, a pro-Pak militant outfit has banned the ongoing census in Kashmir.
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May - 22 
the body of a foreign militant was recovered from the site of an encounter in Kandi, Kupwara district. One militant was reported killed earlier in this encounter on May 21.
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the body of a foreign militant was recovered from the site of an encounter in Kandi, Kupwara district. One militant was reported killed earlier in this encounter on May 21.
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May - 22 
The Indian Navy and the Indian Air Force have been put on a high alert as intelligence reports reaching New Delhi stated that the next 24 to 36 hours (beginning may 22) were crucial because of the military gains made by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil
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The Indian Navy and the Indian Air Force have been put on a high alert as intelligence reports reaching New Delhi stated that the next 24 to 36 hours (beginning may 22) were crucial because of the military gains made by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). India's Cabinet Committee on Security went into session on May 22 and reviewed the unfolding developments in Sri Lanka. Meanwhile, Sri Lankan Tamil refugees arriving in the southern Indian State of Tamil Nadu alleged that the Sri Lankan army was holding back people from leaving the island country to use them as human shields and was forcing those leaving to donate blood for wounded government troops.
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May - 22 
In clashes reported on May 22 between Left-wing Maoist insurgents and Nepal police, in Kalikot district, three insurgents were killed while seven policemen sustained serious injuries.
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In clashes reported on May 22 between Left-wing Maoist insurgents and Nepal police, in Kalikot district, three insurgents were killed while seven policemen sustained serious injuries.
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May - 22 
Left-wing Maoist insurgents, on May 22, abducted five persons from Syuna village, Kalikot district, about 450 kilometer west of Kathmandu, accusing them of being police informers.
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Left-wing Maoist insurgents, on May 22, abducted five persons from Syuna village, Kalikot district, about 450 kilometer west of Kathmandu, accusing them of being police informers.
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May - 22 
With a view to resolving the vexed refugees' issue (Bhutanese refugees of Nepalese origin), Foreign Minister Chakra Prasad Bastola left for Thimpu, Bhutan's capital, on May 22, on a four-day visit. Bastola said he was optimistic of finding a solution
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With a view to resolving the vexed refugees' issue (Bhutanese refugees of Nepalese origin), Foreign Minister Chakra Prasad Bastola left for Thimpu, Bhutan's capital, on May 22, on a four-day visit. Bastola said he was optimistic of finding a solution to the refugee problem since international pressure was building up against Bhutan. Meanwhile, hundreds of Bhutanese refugees took out a peaceful procession, in Biratmod, on May 22, protesting against the delay in getting official recognition as refugees. These Bhutanese are yet to be registered as refugees by the screening post.
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May - 22 
A Norwegian delegation headed by Raymond Johansen, Deputy Foreign Minister, arrived in the capital, Colombo, on May 22, to mediate peace between the government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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A Norwegian delegation headed by Raymond Johansen, Deputy Foreign Minister, arrived in the capital, Colombo, on May 22, to mediate peace between the government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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May - 22 
in a broadcast over its clandestine Voice of Tigers radio, the LTTE asked people living in the Tenmaradchi division to build bunkers to protect themselves from air raids by the Sri Lankan Airforce.
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in a broadcast over its clandestine Voice of Tigers radio, the LTTE asked people living in the Tenmaradchi division to build bunkers to protect themselves from air raids by the Sri Lankan Airforce.
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May - 22 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga, in a special address to the country on May 23, said that the country was facing its most decisive moment and appealed to fellow countrymen to "face the battle of protecting the sovereignty, territorial integrity and u
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga, in a special address to the country on May 23, said that the country was facing its most decisive moment and appealed to fellow countrymen to "face the battle of protecting the sovereignty, territorial integrity and unity of (Sri Lanka) and safeguarding (its) people,". In a separate development, the Opposition United National Party's General Secretary, Gamini Athukorale, demanded the lifting of media censorship and said that the cooperation of the print and electronic media cannot be obtained for the crisis that has aggravated in the North, by imposing censorship on them.
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May - 22 
the government, on May 22, banned the English language publication The Sunday Leader, one of Sri Lanka's main newspapers. A week earlier, Uthyan, a Tamil publication has been banned.
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the government, on May 22, banned the English language publication The Sunday Leader, one of Sri Lanka's main newspapers. A week earlier, Uthyan, a Tamil publication has been banned.
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May - 22 
The government's Special Media Information Center (SMIC) said on May 22 that troops repulsed two attempts by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to breach defences on the outskirts of Chavakachcheri and carried out air and artillery attacks i
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The government's Special Media Information Center (SMIC) said on May 22 that troops repulsed two attempts by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to breach defences on the outskirts of Chavakachcheri and carried out air and artillery attacks in Tanankilappu. One LTE cadre was killed in clashes in Ariyali and a patrol party in Batticaloa killed two more LTTE rebels, on May 22. In clashes reported at Colombuthurai two soldiers were killed and another six were killed in clashes in Chavakachcheri. In all, 47 security forces personnel, including six officers were wounded in separate clashes.
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May - 22 
The Operational Commander of Sri Lanka's armed forces in Jaffna, Major General Janaka Perera informed that some 150 LTTE rebels were killed in clashes in the Tenmaradchi sector, one of whom was a self-styled Lieutenant Colonel, Lawrence. The army rec
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The Operational Commander of Sri Lanka's armed forces in Jaffna, Major General Janaka Perera informed that some 150 LTTE rebels were killed in clashes in the Tenmaradchi sector, one of whom was a self-styled Lieutenant Colonel, Lawrence. The army recovered 68 bodies of the rebels and was making arrangements to hand them over to the Jaffna representative of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Citing security reasons, the ICRC, on May 22, cancelled its scheduled weekly ship service between Trincomalee and Kankesanthurai harbour.
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May - 23 
For the second time in a week, on May 23, militants attacked the Assembly in Srinagar injuring ten persons. The grenade, lobbed at security forces vehicle stationed at the main gate, missed the target. Among those injured were a woman and a security
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For the second time in a week, on May 23, militants attacked the Assembly in Srinagar injuring ten persons. The grenade, lobbed at security forces vehicle stationed at the main gate, missed the target. Among those injured were a woman and a security force personnel. Earlier, on May 19, militants attacked the Assembly with rockets.
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May - 23 
In another incident, troops apprehended a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militant from Khontibari, Sonitpur district, on May 23.
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In another incident, troops apprehended a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militant from Khontibari, Sonitpur district, on May 23.
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May - 23 
in Assam, two high-ranking ULFA militants were arrested, one from Guwahati and another from Jorhat.
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in Assam, two high-ranking ULFA militants were arrested, one from Guwahati and another from Jorhat.
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In other incidents since May 23, 10 people, including six militants and two policemen, were killed and four policemen were injured, while militants abducted three persons. Three militants and an Afghan national were also arrested in different anti-mi
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In other incidents since May 23, 10 people, including six militants and two policemen, were killed and four policemen were injured, while militants abducted three persons. Three militants and an Afghan national were also arrested in different anti-militant operations that also led to the recovery of a huge cache of arms and ammunition. No details were available.
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May - 23 
India's Cabinet Committee on Security held two sessions on May 23 and discussed the Sri Lankan crisis. After the meeting, Brajesh Mishra, National Security Advisor, said that Sri Lanka was yet to make a formal request for the evacuation of its troops
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India's Cabinet Committee on Security held two sessions on May 23 and discussed the Sri Lankan crisis. After the meeting, Brajesh Mishra, National Security Advisor, said that Sri Lanka was yet to make a formal request for the evacuation of its troops, now trapped in the Jaffna peninsula. Mishra said that 'proper conditions' would have to exist, if evacuation was desired, but did not say whether 'proper conditions' meant a 'cease-fire' between the government and the Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). However, the navy and air force were asked to keep themselves ready. Meanwhile, a member of the Norwegian delegation, now in Colombo to broker peace between the government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), is scheduled to reach New Delhi on May 24, and brief Indian leaders of the discussions the delegation had in Sri Lanka on May 23.
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May - 23 
Two militants of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in Tikrimajgaon, Tinsukia District, on May 23.
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Two militants of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in Tikrimajgaon, Tinsukia District, on May 23.
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May - 23 
Two security force personnel were killed and four others were injured in an ambush laid by militants in Udhampur district, on May 23.
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Two security force personnel were killed and four others were injured in an ambush laid by militants in Udhampur district, on May 23.
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May - 23 
A weekly ship service of the International Committee of the Red Cross, which was earlier cancelled due to security reasons, set sail on May 23, in the evening from Trincomalee. The ship would evacuate seriously ill patients from the Jaffna hospital.
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A weekly ship service of the International Committee of the Red Cross, which was earlier cancelled due to security reasons, set sail on May 23, in the evening from Trincomalee. The ship would evacuate seriously ill patients from the Jaffna hospital. It would anchor at Point Pedro and not at the usual Kankesanthurai harbour.
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May - 23 
In another mortar attack in Thanankilappu, six soldiers were injured. In the counter bombardment by troops on suspected locations, one LTTE activist was seriously injured.
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In another mortar attack in Thanankilappu, six soldiers were injured. In the counter bombardment by troops on suspected locations, one LTTE activist was seriously injured.
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May - 23 
The government's Special Media Information Center (SMIC) claimed on May 23 that Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels suffered a large number of casualties in clashes reported in Tenmarachchi division. The SMIC also said that LTTE rebels wit
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The government's Special Media Information Center (SMIC) claimed on May 23 that Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels suffered a large number of casualties in clashes reported in Tenmarachchi division. The SMIC also said that LTTE rebels withdrew, leaving behind bodies of those killed in the clashes.
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May - 23 
The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that heavy fighting erupted near Batticaloa on May 23, and that the Sri Lankan Airforce was bombarding LTTE positions ahead of Vavunathivu army camp, which, it claimed, came under its fire. Besides, the LTTE said that it
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The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that heavy fighting erupted near Batticaloa on May 23, and that the Sri Lankan Airforce was bombarding LTTE positions ahead of Vavunathivu army camp, which, it claimed, came under its fire. Besides, the LTTE said that it was also shelling an airforce base in the vicinity as also the 23-3 Brigade Headquarters in Batticaloa.
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May - 24 
Assam police arrested an United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) sympathiser from Garmur, Jorhat district, on May 24.
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Assam police arrested an United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) sympathiser from Garmur, Jorhat district, on May 24.
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May - 24 
In a bid to stop illegal immigration and infiltration of militants into India from Bangladesh, the Central government has approved a Rs. 1.3 billion-plan to fence the entire length of the border with Bangladesh. Work on the project involving construc
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In a bid to stop illegal immigration and infiltration of militants into India from Bangladesh, the Central government has approved a Rs. 1.3 billion-plan to fence the entire length of the border with Bangladesh. Work on the project involving construction of 797km of border roads and fencing of the 2429km border will begin this year, and would be completed in seven years' time
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May - 24 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants burnt alive a tribal and injured another in Jurichara, North Tripura district on May 24. Besides, curfew was still force for the sixth consecutive day in the violence Kowhai sub-division.
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants burnt alive a tribal and injured another in Jurichara, North Tripura district on May 24. Besides, curfew was still force for the sixth consecutive day in the violence Kowhai sub-division.
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May - 24 
on May 24, security forces claimed to shot two intruders near Ramgarh, Jammu.
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on May 24, security forces claimed to shot two intruders near Ramgarh, Jammu.
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May - 24 
On May 24, two persons were arrested in connection with the May 15 assassination of the State Mminister for Power near Mundipora, Anantnag district. The police claim, on the basis of confessions of the two arrested persons, that the plot was carried
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On May 24, two persons were arrested in connection with the May 15 assassination of the State Mminister for Power near Mundipora, Anantnag district. The police claim, on the basis of confessions of the two arrested persons, that the plot was carried out by a five member team or the Hizb-ul Mujahideen who used explosive device laden with 25 kg of RDX.
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May - 24 
unidentified gunmen shot dead a civilian in Handwara, while some unidentified persons hurled a grenade at a private residence; no one died in the attack.
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unidentified gunmen shot dead a civilian in Handwara, while some unidentified persons hurled a grenade at a private residence; no one died in the attack.
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May - 24 
United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) General Secretary Anup Chetia and two of his associates being tried in Bangladesh for possessing unauthorised foreign currency have pleaded ‘not guilty’. Chetia, is already serving a six-year jail term for stayi
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United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) General Secretary Anup Chetia and two of his associates being tried in Bangladesh for possessing unauthorised foreign currency have pleaded ‘not guilty’. Chetia, is already serving a six-year jail term for staying illegally in Bangladesh and possessing forged Bangladeshi passports.
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May - 24 
according to available reports, a new group calling itself as National Front Against Tigers (NFAT) claimed responsibility for the May 24 bomb attack on the Norwegian embassy in Colombo. Also, the group was allegedly involved in the January 2000 assas
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according to available reports, a new group calling itself as National Front Against Tigers (NFAT) claimed responsibility for the May 24 bomb attack on the Norwegian embassy in Colombo. Also, the group was allegedly involved in the January 2000 assassination of Kumar Ponnambalam.
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May - 24 
Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Unlawful Arrests and Harassment Minister Lakshman Jayakody, has asked the police to carry investigation into allegations by residents of Batticaloa relating to the murder of 620 people by an Army Intelligenc
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Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Unlawful Arrests and Harassment Minister Lakshman Jayakody, has asked the police to carry investigation into allegations by residents of Batticaloa relating to the murder of 620 people by an Army Intelligence personnel who is believed to be a People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) activist
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May - 24 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga said on CNN television that the LTTE presence in Chavakachcheri was strong and added that it was attempting to attack Jaffna from there, which was repulsed by troops.
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga said on CNN television that the LTTE presence in Chavakachcheri was strong and added that it was attempting to attack Jaffna from there, which was repulsed by troops.
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The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on May 25 that ground troops successfully repulsed attacks in the Sarasalai area by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE), on May 24, with close support from the air force. Seven sold
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The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on May 25 that ground troops successfully repulsed attacks in the Sarasalai area by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE), on May 24, with close support from the air force. Seven soldiers were killed in the clashes, while five officers and 41 soldiers were wounded. During a cordon and search operation in Achchuveli, troops killed five LTTE rebels, while a soldier was also killed in the rebel-counter-attack. Five more LTTE cadres and a soldier of a patrol party were killed in clashes reported near Omanthai. Six persons were killed in a mortar attack in Kathanakudi, near Batticaloa. The government and the LTTE blamed each other for the deaths. Besides, a senior People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) leader and his aide died in a claymore mine blast in Vavuniya, on May 25.
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May - 24 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) claimed on May 24 that it has shot down an Mi-24 helicopter gunship in Manthuvil, Tenmarachchi division. Two pilots and a gunner were killed in the incident, the LTTE claimed. The LTTE also said the it was
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) claimed on May 24 that it has shot down an Mi-24 helicopter gunship in Manthuvil, Tenmarachchi division. Two pilots and a gunner were killed in the incident, the LTTE claimed. The LTTE also said the it was engaging government troops on the outskirts of Chavakachcheri, besides advancing towards Meesalai, on Highway No. A 9, between Chavakachcheri and Kodigamam.
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May - 24 
The Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on May 24 that clashes between government troops and the LTTE rebels continued into the night on May22/23 in the Chavakachcheri and Ariyali sectors. Besides, in the clashes near Chenmani some 15 LTTE r
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The Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on May 24 that clashes between government troops and the LTTE rebels continued into the night on May22/23 in the Chavakachcheri and Ariyali sectors. Besides, in the clashes near Chenmani some 15 LTTE rebels were either killed or injured. Contradicting the government's earlier claim of 165 LTTE killed, the rebels said they lost only six cadres in clashes.
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May - 24 
Two unidentified persons hurled a bomb at the Norwegian embassy in Colombo, during night on May 24. Norway is currently attempting to broker a peace deal between the government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam and put an end to the 17 year-ol
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Two unidentified persons hurled a bomb at the Norwegian embassy in Colombo, during night on May 24. Norway is currently attempting to broker a peace deal between the government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam and put an end to the 17 year-old ethnic conflict in the island country.
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May - 25 
18 militants belonging to different outfits operating in Manipur laid down arms before the authorities in Imphal, on May 25.
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18 militants belonging to different outfits operating in Manipur laid down arms before the authorities in Imphal, on May 25.
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May - 25 
mass exodus of tribal and non-tribal population from the riot-hit Kalyanpur continued, even as the Indigenous People’s Front of Tripura (IPFT) demanded peace negotiations with the State’s militant outfits.
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mass exodus of tribal and non-tribal population from the riot-hit Kalyanpur continued, even as the Indigenous People’s Front of Tripura (IPFT) demanded peace negotiations with the State’s militant outfits.
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May - 25 
Militants and security forces exchanged fire near Krangsu, Anantnag district. However, there were no casualties on either side.
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Militants and security forces exchanged fire near Krangsu, Anantnag district. However, there were no casualties on either side.
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May - 25 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants killed an activist of the Communist Party of India- Marxist (CPI-M) in West Tripura and abducted six persons in South Tripura district, on May 25 That apart, a high-level Central team led by the U
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants killed an activist of the Communist Party of India- Marxist (CPI-M) in West Tripura and abducted six persons in South Tripura district, on May 25 That apart, a high-level Central team led by the Union Home Secretary is scheduled to visit Tripura for two days beginning May 31. It shall make an on-the-spot assessment of the prevailing situation in the State following escalation of ethnic violence since late–April 2000 and shall also review whether Central forces were effectively deployed during counter-insurgency operations.
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May - 25 
on May 25, foiled a bid to blow up trains along the Jammu–Pathankot route, when they recovered and defused five live shells in the vicinity of Baribrahmna, near Jammu.
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on May 25, foiled a bid to blow up trains along the Jammu–Pathankot route, when they recovered and defused five live shells in the vicinity of Baribrahmna, near Jammu.
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May - 25 
one security force personnel was killed in the Dardpora forests, Kupwara district, on May 25.
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one security force personnel was killed in the Dardpora forests, Kupwara district, on May 25.
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May - 25 
Speaking at the Asia and South East Asia region conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), Assam Assembly Speaker Ganesh Kutum exhorted the member-countries to evolve a common strategy to combat terrorism at the global level.
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Speaking at the Asia and South East Asia region conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), Assam Assembly Speaker Ganesh Kutum exhorted the member-countries to evolve a common strategy to combat terrorism at the global level.
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May - 25 
the bodies of two unidentified persons were recovered from Baramulla and Kupwara.
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the bodies of two unidentified persons were recovered from Baramulla and Kupwara.
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May - 25 
the cremation of four more youth, of a total six killed by security forces in Tandgar, was held in Sopore.
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the cremation of four more youth, of a total six killed by security forces in Tandgar, was held in Sopore.
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May - 25 
Three of the seven villagers abducted by National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants earlier have been released from captivity on May 23, delayed reports stated.
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Three of the seven villagers abducted by National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants earlier have been released from captivity on May 23, delayed reports stated.
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May - 25 
Two militants were killed in an encounter with security forces in the Fathehpur Kakora jungles, Rajouri district, on May 25. It is suspected that they belonged to the Pir Panjal regiment of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen.
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Two militants were killed in an encounter with security forces in the Fathehpur Kakora jungles, Rajouri district, on May 25. It is suspected that they belonged to the Pir Panjal regiment of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen.
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May - 25 
A low-intensity bomb exploded at a vegetable market, on May 25, creating panic in the area. No one was injured in the explosion. Elsewhere in Dadu, an explosive device was triggered opposite the gate of a public school, on May 25. The device was ass
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A low-intensity bomb exploded at a vegetable market, on May 25, creating panic in the area. No one was injured in the explosion. Elsewhere in Dadu, an explosive device was triggered opposite the gate of a public school, on May 25. The device was assembled in a four-inch long copper pipe. No one was injuredor killed in the incident.
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May - 25 
Six Left-wing, Maoist insurgents, including a woman, were killed in an encounter with police in Urma village, Kailali district, 500km west of the capital, Kathmandu, on May 25.
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Six Left-wing, Maoist insurgents, including a woman, were killed in an encounter with police in Urma village, Kailali district, 500km west of the capital, Kathmandu, on May 25.
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May - 25 
a woman cadre of the LTTE's sea wing was killed on May 25, near Talaimannar, when the Sri Lankan Navy repulsed an attack by LTTE rebels. On 26 May, in the Kilaly lagoon, the navy attacked and sunk two LTTE barges suspected to be carrying arms. Meanw
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a woman cadre of the LTTE's sea wing was killed on May 25, near Talaimannar, when the Sri Lankan Navy repulsed an attack by LTTE rebels. On 26 May, in the Kilaly lagoon, the navy attacked and sunk two LTTE barges suspected to be carrying arms. Meanwhile, the LTTE said that the expected evacuation of some 1,500 persons in the Chavakachcheri sector, during the LTTE-declared temporary cease-fire period, could not take place as troops continued with their shelling.
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May - 25 
Deputy Defence Minister Anurudh Ratawatte and the head of the Sri Lankan security forces, General Rohan Dalawatte paid a visit to the battlefront––areas around Jaffna town.
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Deputy Defence Minister Anurudh Ratawatte and the head of the Sri Lankan security forces, General Rohan Dalawatte paid a visit to the battlefront––areas around Jaffna town.
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May - 25 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga chaired thee maiden session of a newly convened task force on 'ethnic affairs and national integration, at her Temple Trees residence, Colombo, on May 25. Addressing the 30-member task force, which includes political l
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga chaired thee maiden session of a newly convened task force on 'ethnic affairs and national integration, at her Temple Trees residence, Colombo, on May 25. Addressing the 30-member task force, which includes political leaders, bureaucrats, academics and activists, Kumaratunga said the group could, with sustained hard work, identify 'acceptable and pragmatic' solution to the burning issues of the country.
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May - 25 
six more LTTE rebels were killed near the Navatkuli bridge. In an assault on an LTTE bunker on May 25, troops killed four LTTE cadres in Omanthai and injured seven others, while a soldier was also injured in the attack.
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six more LTTE rebels were killed near the Navatkuli bridge. In an assault on an LTTE bunker on May 25, troops killed four LTTE cadres in Omanthai and injured seven others, while a soldier was also injured in the attack.
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May - 25 
the government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said that fighting intensified in the Chvakachcheri division as LTTE rebels launched sporadic artillery and mortar attack. The SMIC said that troops shot dead three LTTE cadres in nagarkovil, o
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the government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said that fighting intensified in the Chvakachcheri division as LTTE rebels launched sporadic artillery and mortar attack. The SMIC said that troops shot dead three LTTE cadres in nagarkovil, on May 25.
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May - 26 
A member of the Left-wing militant outfit, People’s War Group Naxalites, was killed in Samsthan Narayanapuram, Andhra Pradesh, on May 26, while others escaped.
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A member of the Left-wing militant outfit, People’s War Group Naxalites, was killed in Samsthan Narayanapuram, Andhra Pradesh, on May 26, while others escaped.
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May - 26 
A militant hideout was busted near Chatroo, Doda district, and some explosives were recovered.
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A militant hideout was busted near Chatroo, Doda district, and some explosives were recovered.
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May - 26 
a security force personnel was killed and another was injured, as also a milirant. No details were specified.
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a security force personnel was killed and another was injured, as also a milirant. No details were specified.
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May - 26 
During a joint search operation conducted by the army and police, two United Liberation Front of Assom (ULFA) militants were killed in security forces' firing in the forests near Pengeri, Tinsukia district, on May 26.
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During a joint search operation conducted by the army and police, two United Liberation Front of Assom (ULFA) militants were killed in security forces' firing in the forests near Pengeri, Tinsukia district, on May 26.
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May - 26 
Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami militant was killed near Kuntwara, Doda district.
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Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami militant was killed near Kuntwara, Doda district.
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May - 26 
Marking a major success in counter-insurgency operations being conducted in the Rajouri district, security forces killed 13 foreign militants in three separate encounters on May 26. Ten of the slain militants were identified as members of the Hizbul
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Marking a major success in counter-insurgency operations being conducted in the Rajouri district, security forces killed 13 foreign militants in three separate encounters on May 26. Ten of the slain militants were identified as members of the Hizbul Mujahideen and Lashkar-e-Toiba. While six Hizb militants were killed at Bena, four Lashkar militants were shot dead in Kandi-Budhal and the other three, yet to be identified, were killed in Sungli. A huge cache of arms, ammunition and other equipment were recovered.
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May - 26 
on May 26, in Behrampora, near Sopore, five militants and one security force personnel were killed; besides, another security force personnel was injured and a house was damaged.
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on May 26, in Behrampora, near Sopore, five militants and one security force personnel were killed; besides, another security force personnel was injured and a house was damaged.
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May - 26 
on May 26, in the same district Naxalites of the People's War Group killed a local political activist and blasted the residence of a former Union Minister, Jaipal Reddy.
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on May 26, in the same district Naxalites of the People's War Group killed a local political activist and blasted the residence of a former Union Minister, Jaipal Reddy.
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May - 26 
Suspected Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) activists killed one person in Sapatgram, on May 26. In another incident, the army apprehended four persons from Ghagrapar, Nalbari district, on May 28, for allegedly having contacts with som
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Suspected Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) activists killed one person in Sapatgram, on May 26. In another incident, the army apprehended four persons from Ghagrapar, Nalbari district, on May 28, for allegedly having contacts with some Muslim fundamentalist organizations. Meanwhile, police and army personnel nabbed a MULTA cadre from Raj Hauli, Darrang district.
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May - 26 
three militants were killed and two others were injured in Fatehpur-Thanamandi, Poonch district.
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three militants were killed and two others were injured in Fatehpur-Thanamandi, Poonch district.
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May - 26 
Two persons suspected to be militants were arrested––one from Choan village near Batmaloo and another from Wakoora, Ganderbal.
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Two persons suspected to be militants were arrested––one from Choan village near Batmaloo and another from Wakoora, Ganderbal.
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May - 26 
unidentified militants abducted a State government official from Udaipur, South Tripura district, on May 26. Meanwhile, prohibitory orders were promulgated in the headquarters of South Tripura district following ethnic clashes. Besides, indefinite cu
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unidentified militants abducted a State government official from Udaipur, South Tripura district, on May 26. Meanwhile, prohibitory orders were promulgated in the headquarters of South Tripura district following ethnic clashes. Besides, indefinite curfew continued for the eighth day on May 27 in the violence-hit Khowai subdivision.
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May - 26 
Unidentified militants killed a civilian in Dundipora near Rajwar. In a similar incident, another civilian was killed in Rahalthal, Doda district.
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Unidentified militants killed a civilian in Dundipora near Rajwar. In a similar incident, another civilian was killed in Rahalthal, Doda district.
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May - 26 
In another incident Maoist insurgents laid an ambush and killed a policeman in the Parche jungles, near Bandipur village, Tanau district.
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In another incident Maoist insurgents laid an ambush and killed a policeman in the Parche jungles, near Bandipur village, Tanau district.
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May - 26 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga on May 26 offered the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief, Velupillai Praabhakaran, the Chief Ministership of the north East province, if he gave up his violent demand for a separate Elam. Speaking to a priva
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga on May 26 offered the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief, Velupillai Praabhakaran, the Chief Ministership of the north East province, if he gave up his violent demand for a separate Elam. Speaking to a private television channel, the President said there was no question of withdrawing government troops from the Jaffna peninsula a demanded by the LTTE chief, and instead asked the LTTE to withdraw its cadres. The President said she was willing to talk to Prabhakaran and suggested that he could be the Chief Minister of a devolved province for a specific length of time at a stretch and need not run for the office.
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May - 26 
The deadline set by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels for the surrender of government troops in the Jaffna peninsula has expired. On May 26 the rebels declared a temporary, unilateral cease-fire for 12 hours, between 10.00am and 10.0
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The deadline set by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels for the surrender of government troops in the Jaffna peninsula has expired. On May 26 the rebels declared a temporary, unilateral cease-fire for 12 hours, between 10.00am and 10.00pm, May 27, to facilitate civilians to move to safer areas fr5om the Tenmarachchi division. Without giving details, the LTTE said in a statement that over 40 civilians were killed and another 150 wounded. Thirteen LTTE cadres were killed in separate incidents when reports last came in, while casualties on the side of government troops is not known.
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May - 27 
An unidentified militant was killed in an encounter with security forces in Tangla, Darrang district, on May 27.
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An unidentified militant was killed in an encounter with security forces in Tangla, Darrang district, on May 27.
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May - 27 
Armed tribal militants shot dead two persons in Raiyabari, on May 27.
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Armed tribal militants shot dead two persons in Raiyabari, on May 27.
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May - 27 
on the night of May 27, in another incident, three top foreign militants of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen, residents of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir, were killed in the Pir Panjal ridges of Surankote area in Poonch district.
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on the night of May 27, in another incident, three top foreign militants of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen, residents of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir, were killed in the Pir Panjal ridges of Surankote area in Poonch district.
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May - 27 
Police arrested a self-styled area commander of Ranveer Sena, Upandra Singh alias Mugia from Jalpura under Paliganj sub-division, Patna district on May 27. Another report stated that 20 Left-wing militants have been arrested in Hazaribagh district du
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Police arrested a self-styled area commander of Ranveer Sena, Upandra Singh alias Mugia from Jalpura under Paliganj sub-division, Patna district on May 27. Another report stated that 20 Left-wing militants have been arrested in Hazaribagh district during several raids conducted between May 19 and May 29. Several arms, explosives and inciminating literature and documents were recovered in the raids.
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May - 27 
The National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) has disowned responsibility for the recent massacres in Kalyanpur and Teliamura areas of West Tripura district which claimed 22 lives. In another incident, security forces foiled an attempt by National
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The National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) has disowned responsibility for the recent massacres in Kalyanpur and Teliamura areas of West Tripura district which claimed 22 lives. In another incident, security forces foiled an attempt by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants to kidnap a boy from South Tripura district on May 27.
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May - 27 
The Publicity Secretary of Lakhimpur unit of banned United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) surrendered before the authorities in Sonitpur district on May 27.
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The Publicity Secretary of Lakhimpur unit of banned United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) surrendered before the authorities in Sonitpur district on May 27.
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May - 27 
The self-styled Assistant Publicity Secretary and Central Committee leader of ULFA, Swadhinata Phukon alias Kabiranjan Saikia, was killed by police in Gendheli., Jorhat district, on May 27.
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The self-styled Assistant Publicity Secretary and Central Committee leader of ULFA, Swadhinata Phukon alias Kabiranjan Saikia, was killed by police in Gendheli., Jorhat district, on May 27.
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May - 27 
An alleged terrorist was arrested with a gun in the Sayedabad area of Dacca, on May 27. The arrest follows an explosion that occurred when a group of miscreants were allegedly making bombs. Other members of the group managed to escape.
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An alleged terrorist was arrested with a gun in the Sayedabad area of Dacca, on May 27. The arrest follows an explosion that occurred when a group of miscreants were allegedly making bombs. Other members of the group managed to escape.
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May - 28 
A suspected Left-wing rebel, Naxalite, was killed in an encounter in Mahbubnagar district, Andhra Pradesh, on May 28. His companions, whose identity, too, is yet to be established, escaped from the scene.
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A suspected Left-wing rebel, Naxalite, was killed in an encounter in Mahbubnagar district, Andhra Pradesh, on May 28. His companions, whose identity, too, is yet to be established, escaped from the scene.
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May - 28 
An explosion near the Radio Kashmir office killed two and injured eight others on May 28. Confusion surrounded the incident and police suspect that a bomb being carried by a militant went off accidentally. One of the killed was identified as a civili
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An explosion near the Radio Kashmir office killed two and injured eight others on May 28. Confusion surrounded the incident and police suspect that a bomb being carried by a militant went off accidentally. One of the killed was identified as a civilian while the identity of another is yet to be ascertained.
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May - 28 
Another three militants, yet to be identified, were killed in Putushahi Lolab, Kupwara district. Unidentified militants killed a former Hizb militant in Achan, Pulwama district.
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Another three militants, yet to be identified, were killed in Putushahi Lolab, Kupwara district. Unidentified militants killed a former Hizb militant in Achan, Pulwama district.
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May - 28 
In a separate incident, militants attacked a security forces patrol in Magam. However, no casualties were reported.
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In a separate incident, militants attacked a security forces patrol in Magam. However, no casualties were reported.
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May - 28 
In another incident, an employee of a tea estate was kidnapped by suspected Adivasi militants from Gauripur, on May 28.
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In another incident, an employee of a tea estate was kidnapped by suspected Adivasi militants from Gauripur, on May 28.
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May - 28 
In another incident, suspected UlLFA militants gunned down six persons in Magumgaon village, Tinsukia district.
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In another incident, suspected UlLFA militants gunned down six persons in Magumgaon village, Tinsukia district.
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May - 28 
In another incident, the army apprehended four persons from Ghagrapar, Nalbari district, on May 28, for allegedly having contacts with some Muslim fundamentalist organizations. Meanwhile, police and army personnel nabbed a MULTA cadre from Raj Hauli,
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In another incident, the army apprehended four persons from Ghagrapar, Nalbari district, on May 28, for allegedly having contacts with some Muslim fundamentalist organizations. Meanwhile, police and army personnel nabbed a MULTA cadre from Raj Hauli, Darrang district.
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May - 28 
In Kogernag area, unidentified militants killed a civilian.
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In Kogernag area, unidentified militants killed a civilian.
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May - 28 
Meanwhile, bowing to pressure from the Myanmarese Army, the banned United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has shifted three main camps from Myanmar to Arunachal Pradesh. Besides, the Government of Bhutan recently threatened to use force to evict ULFA
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Meanwhile, bowing to pressure from the Myanmarese Army, the banned United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has shifted three main camps from Myanmar to Arunachal Pradesh. Besides, the Government of Bhutan recently threatened to use force to evict ULFA and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) camping in that country. However, the threat failed to yield any result, as the militants have not initiated steps to shift their camps from Bhutan.
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May - 28 
nine Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) militants surrendered before the authorities in Kamrup district on may 28.
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nine Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) militants surrendered before the authorities in Kamrup district on may 28.
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May - 28 
Security forces killed a Pakistani militant, one among a group attempting to intrude into India, near Gol-Pattan in RS Pura sector. The others managed to escape to Pakistan.
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Security forces killed a Pakistani militant, one among a group attempting to intrude into India, near Gol-Pattan in RS Pura sector. The others managed to escape to Pakistan.
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May - 28 
Suspected Left-extreme militants (Naxalites) of the People’s War Group dynamited a government guest house at Jetaprolu, Mahbub district, on the night of May 28. Later the Naxals blasted some machinery in the nearby Jurala project area The loss in bot
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Suspected Left-extreme militants (Naxalites) of the People’s War Group dynamited a government guest house at Jetaprolu, Mahbub district, on the night of May 28. Later the Naxals blasted some machinery in the nearby Jurala project area The loss in both the incidents has been estimated at Rs 45 lakh.
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May - 28 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on May 28 confirmed an agreement with the Union government to reactivate the Cease-fire Monitoring Group to ensure complete cessation of violence. Discussions between the two sides we
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on May 28 confirmed an agreement with the Union government to reactivate the Cease-fire Monitoring Group to ensure complete cessation of violence. Discussions between the two sides were held in New Delhi on May 25 and 26 and certain decisions were arrived at. The ongoing three-year cease-fire expires on July 31.
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May - 28 
Tripura Director General of Police (DGP) BL Vora, who has recently taken charge of the force, stressed on the need for police taking the lead in anti-insurgency operations. Vora, who held a meeting with all levels of the State police right from the I
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Tripura Director General of Police (DGP) BL Vora, who has recently taken charge of the force, stressed on the need for police taking the lead in anti-insurgency operations. Vora, who held a meeting with all levels of the State police right from the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to constable on May 28 at Narasingarh Police Training College said that the task of maintaining law and order and protection of innocent people from militants rests primarily on the police. The Central forces are only to assist the State police. The police chief cited the example of Punjab Police in containing insurgency.
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May - 28 
two militants were killed in Kandi Budhal and one more was killed in Manjurkote in Rajouri.Two militants were injured in an encounter at Palmard (Kishtwar), Doda district. However, the injured militants managed to escape. Two other militants were ar
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two militants were killed in Kandi Budhal and one more was killed in Manjurkote in Rajouri.Two militants were injured in an encounter at Palmard (Kishtwar), Doda district. However, the injured militants managed to escape. Two other militants were arrested from Chirwar Salia, Anantnag district
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May - 28 
In a claymore mine blast that occurred bear Nelukullam, a security force personnel was killed and five others were injured. The LTTE claimed that a civilian was killed in shelling by government troops in Madduvil South, near Chavakachcheri, on May 28
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In a claymore mine blast that occurred bear Nelukullam, a security force personnel was killed and five others were injured. The LTTE claimed that a civilian was killed in shelling by government troops in Madduvil South, near Chavakachcheri, on May 28. Besides, troops killed two LTTE rebels in clashes reported west of Sarasalai.
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May - 28 
The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on May 28 that troops continued to engage Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions and that the LTTE was targeting government defences in the Colombuthurai and Chavakachcheri sect
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The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on May 28 that troops continued to engage Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions and that the LTTE was targeting government defences in the Colombuthurai and Chavakachcheri sectors, on May 27. The LTTE said on May 27 that the government did not respond to its offer of temporary cease-fire and continued with its attacks in the Tenmarachchi division.
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May - 29 
In a separate incident, four security force personnel sustained injuries when militants hurled a grenade towards a convoy at Bonagam in Pulwama.
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In a separate incident, four security force personnel sustained injuries when militants hurled a grenade towards a convoy at Bonagam in Pulwama.
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May - 29 
A foreign militant was killed at Bela Dhoke in Udhampur district. In a separate encounter, one militant was killed at Bandipora. Unidentified gunmen killed two civilians at Shozan, Anantnag.
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A foreign militant was killed at Bela Dhoke in Udhampur district. In a separate encounter, one militant was killed at Bandipora. Unidentified gunmen killed two civilians at Shozan, Anantnag.
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May - 29 
A newspaper report claimed that a bomb exploded on the night of May 29 at the Golf course in Srinagar. Police however denied that there was any blast. No one was reported injured in the blast. The incident, if true, marks a major breach of security a
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A newspaper report claimed that a bomb exploded on the night of May 29 at the Golf course in Srinagar. Police however denied that there was any blast. No one was reported injured in the blast. The incident, if true, marks a major breach of security as the Chief Minister and other VIPs, who regularly visit the venue, were present in the Golf course during the day. The Hizb-ul Mujahideen have claimed responsibility for the blast.
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May - 29 
An unidentified militant was killed in Keeri, Rajouri district, on May 29.
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An unidentified militant was killed in Keeri, Rajouri district, on May 29.
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May - 29 
Despite a decision to reactivate the Cease-fire Monitoring Group (CFMG) to implement the ground rules of the cease-fire agreement between the National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the Central government, differences still
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Despite a decision to reactivate the Cease-fire Monitoring Group (CFMG) to implement the ground rules of the cease-fire agreement between the National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the Central government, differences still persist between the two over interpretation of the cease-fire agreement. While the Union Government is insisting that the cease-fire agreement with NSCN-IM covered both the civilians and the security forces, the NSCN-IM held that the agreement is limited to only against the security forces. Meanwhile, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Khaplang (NSCN-K) said that moves for peace talks with the Central government are proceeding in a positive direction, even though both sides have different perceptions on the issues at stake. NSCN-K spokesman, Kughalu Mulatonu said that its decision to enter into negotiations with the government was the outcome of a unanimous desire of the Nagas to find a lasting political settlement to the impasse.
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May - 29 
Security forces detected and defused an anti-tank mine, planted by suspected militants near Bakarpur, before it could cause any damage.
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Security forces detected and defused an anti-tank mine, planted by suspected militants near Bakarpur, before it could cause any damage.
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May - 29 
Security forces recovered some arms, explosives and other equipment during searches at Gazrial forests in Kupwara district.
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Security forces recovered some arms, explosives and other equipment during searches at Gazrial forests in Kupwara district.
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May - 29 
Two persons, including a home guard, were abducted by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants from the West Tripura district, on May 29.
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Two persons, including a home guard, were abducted by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants from the West Tripura district, on May 29.
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May - 29 
Two persons, including a suspected suicide bomber, died in the May 29 blast.
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Two persons, including a suspected suicide bomber, died in the May 29 blast.
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May - 29 
Two police constables and eight civilians were injured in two grenade attacks at Maisuma.
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Two police constables and eight civilians were injured in two grenade attacks at Maisuma.
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May - 29 
The governments' Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) alleged, on May 29, that the LTTE was has 'instructed' school-going children in the areas that were under its control to join its cadres forthwith. Besides, unconfirmed reports held that the L
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The governments' Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) alleged, on May 29, that the LTTE was has 'instructed' school-going children in the areas that were under its control to join its cadres forthwith. Besides, unconfirmed reports held that the LTTE transported to Wanni 200 school-going children, who were conscripted, recently from Kaithady, Tanankillappu and Ariyalai during the 12-hour 'temporary' cease-fire that it declared on May 27. In a separate development, Charlie Mahendran, foreign policy advisor to Ranil Wickremasinghe, Leader of the Opposition, kicked up a political row. Writing on May 27, in an article published from Switzerland, he opined that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were fighting for their 'fatherland' and when they die, 'they die a glorious death'. Coming, as it did, from a prominent aide of Wickremasinghe, the opinion reportedly shocked several people.
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May - 29 
In an operation in Thalvupadu on May 29, security forces killed a rebel cadre and recovered a night vision device, global positioning system and grenades.
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In an operation in Thalvupadu on May 29, security forces killed a rebel cadre and recovered a night vision device, global positioning system and grenades.
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May - 29 
The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on May 30 that troops advanced from their forward defence positions in Chavakachcheri, Ariyali and Sarasalai, on May 29, and attacked Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions with
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The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on May 30 that troops advanced from their forward defence positions in Chavakachcheri, Ariyali and Sarasalai, on May 29, and attacked Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions with mortar and artillery shells. 14 LTTE cadres were killed in the attacks. Besides, seven soldiers also died in the attacks and 32 others were wounded, the SMIC said. The SMIC said that in the clashes on Chavakachcheri alone, 16 LTTE cadres, including a leader, Vasan, were killed. Besides, in an attack on an LTTE bunker near Tattorankottie, government troops killed four LTTE rebels.
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May - 29 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) claimed that five government troops were killed, two of them seriously, when its cadres lobbed a grenade at troops conducting a search operation in the suburbs of Mannar, on May 29.
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) claimed that five government troops were killed, two of them seriously, when its cadres lobbed a grenade at troops conducting a search operation in the suburbs of Mannar, on May 29.
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May - 29 
The Sri Lankan Navy sank two LTTE boats, while five more managed to escape, during a search and destroy mission in the Kodikamam lagoon.
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The Sri Lankan Navy sank two LTTE boats, while five more managed to escape, during a search and destroy mission in the Kodikamam lagoon.
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May - 29 
Thomas Pickering, United States Under Secretary of State, said in Colombo, on May 29, that the United States would not provide military assistance to the Sri Lankan government. He also said that the Untied States was firmly against the carving out of
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Thomas Pickering, United States Under Secretary of State, said in Colombo, on May 29, that the United States would not provide military assistance to the Sri Lankan government. He also said that the Untied States was firmly against the carving out of a separate of Eelam.
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May - 30 
a civilian injured in the May 29-blast outside the Srinagar golf course succumbed to his wounds on May 30.
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a civilian injured in the May 29-blast outside the Srinagar golf course succumbed to his wounds on May 30.
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May - 30 
25 United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants laid down arms in Bongaigaon and Darrang districts, on May 30.
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25 United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants laid down arms in Bongaigaon and Darrang districts, on May 30.
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May - 30 
A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militant was shot dead in an encounter with the army near Bogaguli along the Indo-Bhutan border, Nalbari district, on May 30.
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A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militant was shot dead in an encounter with the army near Bogaguli along the Indo-Bhutan border, Nalbari district, on May 30.
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May - 30 
Four Left-wing militants, Naxalites, of the People’s War Group were killed and three persons, including a police officer and constable, were injured in Kothapalli, Karimnagar district on May 30. In a separate incident, Naxalites killed a civilian. Me
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Four Left-wing militants, Naxalites, of the People’s War Group were killed and three persons, including a police officer and constable, were injured in Kothapalli, Karimnagar district on May 30. In a separate incident, Naxalites killed a civilian. Meanwhile, 11 members of another a Naxal front organisation, Radical Youth League, were arrested in Warangal district.
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May - 30 
In another encounter, an unidentified militant was killed in Dara Sangla, Poonch district. Police also recovered the dead body of a teacher, suspected to be killed by militants, in Hajan, Baramula district.
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In another encounter, an unidentified militant was killed in Dara Sangla, Poonch district. Police also recovered the dead body of a teacher, suspected to be killed by militants, in Hajan, Baramula district.
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May - 30 
In another incident, unidentified militants killed a civilian in Hadirpora Shopian.
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In another incident, unidentified militants killed a civilian in Hadirpora Shopian.
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May - 30 
Naxalites killed a civilian. Meanwhile, 11 members of another a Naxal front organisation, Radical Youth League, were arrested in Warangal district.
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Naxalites killed a civilian. Meanwhile, 11 members of another a Naxal front organisation, Radical Youth League, were arrested in Warangal district.
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May - 30 
On May 30, a Lashkar-e-Toiba militant identified as a Pakistani national and one security force personnel were killed at Bandipora, Baramullah district.
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On May 30, a Lashkar-e-Toiba militant identified as a Pakistani national and one security force personnel were killed at Bandipora, Baramullah district.
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May - 30 
security forces apprehended six suspected Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) agents from Nalbari district. Meanwhile, a major disaster in Guwahati was averted with the timely recovery of a substantial amount of explosives, including RDX and TNT, on th
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security forces apprehended six suspected Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) agents from Nalbari district. Meanwhile, a major disaster in Guwahati was averted with the timely recovery of a substantial amount of explosives, including RDX and TNT, on the same day.
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May - 30 
Russia and the United States have asked Pakistan to take 'effective measures' to cut ties with "groups having links with international terrorism networks which contribute to regional instability and internal lawlessness." A joint statement issued at
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Russia and the United States have asked Pakistan to take 'effective measures' to cut ties with "groups having links with international terrorism networks which contribute to regional instability and internal lawlessness." A joint statement issued at the end of a two-day visit to Moscow by Karl Inderfurth, Assistant Secretary of State for South Asia, the two countries said: "It is crucial for India and Pakistan to resume a constructive dialogue on the issues which divided them".
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May - 30 
Maoist insurgents waging a 'people's war' have now commenced asking financial contributions from businesses and public persons in the Jumla district on the telephone, which has been facilitated with the expansion of the telephone network in the distr
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Maoist insurgents waging a 'people's war' have now commenced asking financial contributions from businesses and public persons in the Jumla district on the telephone, which has been facilitated with the expansion of the telephone network in the district.
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May - 30 
A Batticaloa court, meanwhile, directed that two girls taken into custody earlier, on May 28, be admitted into a hospital.
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A Batticaloa court, meanwhile, directed that two girls taken into custody earlier, on May 28, be admitted into a hospital.
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May - 30 
Elite troops of the Special Task Force arrested seven youths in Vavuniya, on May 30, during a search operation.
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Elite troops of the Special Task Force arrested seven youths in Vavuniya, on May 30, during a search operation.
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May - 30 
Four suspects, all hailing from Batticaloa, in the December 18 bomb blast incident at an election rally ahead of the presidential polls were taken into custody.
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Four suspects, all hailing from Batticaloa, in the December 18 bomb blast incident at an election rally ahead of the presidential polls were taken into custody.
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May - 30 
In an attack on an LTTE bunker in Chavakachcheri, government troops killed five rebels, on May 30. Besides, a large quantity of arms and ammunition were recovered from the rebels in Ariyali and Chavakachcheri.
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In an attack on an LTTE bunker in Chavakachcheri, government troops killed five rebels, on May 30. Besides, a large quantity of arms and ammunition were recovered from the rebels in Ariyali and Chavakachcheri.
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May - 30 
in Colombo, on May 30, the army conducted an extensive search operation in a predominantly Tamil business district with the help of spotters and took thirty youth, including five girls into custody. Charlie Mahendran denied having written in an artic
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in Colombo, on May 30, the army conducted an extensive search operation in a predominantly Tamil business district with the help of spotters and took thirty youth, including five girls into custody. Charlie Mahendran denied having written in an article (May 30) in which he supposedly said that the Tamil Tigers were fighting for their fatherland.
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May - 30 
President Chandrika Kumarartunga appointed a committee with the Minister for Home Affairs, Wickremanayake, as the Chair to look into the welfare of security forces personnel and has asked the committee to submit its observation in a week's time.
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President Chandrika Kumarartunga appointed a committee with the Minister for Home Affairs, Wickremanayake, as the Chair to look into the welfare of security forces personnel and has asked the committee to submit its observation in a week's time.
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May - 30 
Six security forces personnel were killed and 19 others were wounded near Vavuniya when a truck they were proceeding in hit a claymore mine, on May 30.
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Six security forces personnel were killed and 19 others were wounded near Vavuniya when a truck they were proceeding in hit a claymore mine, on May 30.
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May - 30 
The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said, on May 30, that troops repulsed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rocket propelled grenade attacks in Chenmani. Details of casualties were, however, not available, but it is believe
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The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said, on May 30, that troops repulsed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rocket propelled grenade attacks in Chenmani. Details of casualties were, however, not available, but it is believed that several LTTE rebels were killed in the clashes.
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May - 30 
Two LTTE cadres were killed in Colombothurai when troops on patrol confronted the rebels.
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Two LTTE cadres were killed in Colombothurai when troops on patrol confronted the rebels.
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May - 31 
Four Harkat-ul Mujahideen militants and two security forces personnel were killed in Safapora, near Srinagar, on May 31. Three security force personnel and a civilian were injured in the encounter.
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Four Harkat-ul Mujahideen militants and two security forces personnel were killed in Safapora, near Srinagar, on May 31. Three security force personnel and a civilian were injured in the encounter.
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May - 31 
Four more militants were killed in the Dara Sangla (Poonch) encounter with the security forces. One militant has already been reported killed on May 30, in this encounter.
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Four more militants were killed in the Dara Sangla (Poonch) encounter with the security forces. One militant has already been reported killed on May 30, in this encounter.
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May - 31 
Four persons were abducted by suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) in separate incidents across Tripura on May 31. Details of the abductions were scanty. The abductions occurred in Mohanpur village, from where a boy was kidnapped, in
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Four persons were abducted by suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) in separate incidents across Tripura on May 31. Details of the abductions were scanty. The abductions occurred in Mohanpur village, from where a boy was kidnapped, in Machli and another place. No further details were available.
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May - 31 
In another incident, militants exploded a bomb aimed at a passing paramilitary force vehicle in Yangoora, Ganderbal area. There were no casualties in the blast.
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In another incident, militants exploded a bomb aimed at a passing paramilitary force vehicle in Yangoora, Ganderbal area. There were no casualties in the blast.
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May - 31 
In another incident, PWG extremists ransacked the residence of the aide of a former Naxalite turned Minister, in Kothapalli, Anantpur district.
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In another incident, PWG extremists ransacked the residence of the aide of a former Naxalite turned Minister, in Kothapalli, Anantpur district.
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May - 31 
In Kulgam, Anantnag district, an unidentified body was recovered. Police suspect that the person was killed in a militancy-related incident.
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In Kulgam, Anantnag district, an unidentified body was recovered. Police suspect that the person was killed in a militancy-related incident.
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May - 31 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants kidnapped one person and torched six huts of non-tribal families in Laljhuri, North Tripura district, on May 31.
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants kidnapped one person and torched six huts of non-tribal families in Laljhuri, North Tripura district, on May 31.
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May - 31 
On the night of May 31, a hideout of the Peoples' War Group (PWG) Naxalites was raided and some arms and ammunition were recovered in Dharapally, Nizamabad district.
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On the night of May 31, a hideout of the Peoples' War Group (PWG) Naxalites was raided and some arms and ammunition were recovered in Dharapally, Nizamabad district.
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May - 31 
On the night of May 31, militants breached security positions at the headquarters of the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry in Noushera sub-sector, Rajouri district, and planted a grenade that exploded and killed one security force personnel and injure
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On the night of May 31, militants breached security positions at the headquarters of the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry in Noushera sub-sector, Rajouri district, and planted a grenade that exploded and killed one security force personnel and injured another. No militant group has as yet claimed responsibility for the attack.
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May - 31 
Three militants, including two foreigners, were killed in Trisa, Baramulla district. Two more militants, including a Pakistani national were killed at Brahamadhar in Udhampur
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Three militants, including two foreigners, were killed in Trisa, Baramulla district. Two more militants, including a Pakistani national were killed at Brahamadhar in Udhampur
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May - 31 
Three unidentified Bangladesh nationals were killed at Jandhi Nallah in the Hira Nagar sector of the Line of Control while attempting to sneak into India.
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Three unidentified Bangladesh nationals were killed at Jandhi Nallah in the Hira Nagar sector of the Line of Control while attempting to sneak into India.
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May - 31 
Two militants belonging to the People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) were killed and two police personnel were injured in an ambush laid by militants near Moirang police station, Bushnupur district, on May 31.
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Two militants belonging to the People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) were killed and two police personnel were injured in an ambush laid by militants near Moirang police station, Bushnupur district, on May 31.
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May - 31 
Unidentified militants killed a civilian in Udhanpur village, Doda district.
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Unidentified militants killed a civilian in Udhanpur village, Doda district.
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*Data till , May 01, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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