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May - 1 
A group of terrorists affiliated to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-B) killed their former colleague at Jangalia village, Jirania West Tripura district, on May 1. The same group also abducted a tribal
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A group of terrorists affiliated to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-B) killed their former colleague at Jangalia village, Jirania West Tripura district, on May 1. The same group also abducted a tribal youth in the same area on the same day.
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A report on May 1 said, both Tripura and Mizoram Governments have accused each other of providing shelter to the terrorist outfits operating in the other State. Tripura has accused that Mizoram allowed the proscribed National Liberation Front of Trip
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A report on May 1 said, both Tripura and Mizoram Governments have accused each other of providing shelter to the terrorist outfits operating in the other State. Tripura has accused that Mizoram allowed the proscribed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) to set up camps there while Mizoram has alleged that Tripura was supporting the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF). Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga, however said, "Mizoram Government will not allow the NLFT or any militant organization to use its territory for insurgency." He added, "Even if the NLFT cadres cross over to Mizoram, it will be temporary."
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May - 1 
According to a delayed media report, armed activists of the Ranvir Sena, a private army of landowners, killed a former cadre at Turi village under the Belaganj police station-limits, Gaya district, on April 28. Reports said the Sena activists raided
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According to a delayed media report, armed activists of the Ranvir Sena, a private army of landowners, killed a former cadre at Turi village under the Belaganj police station-limits, Gaya district, on April 28. Reports said the Sena activists raided the village and killed Butan Sharma who had reportedly fled with a sten gun and other weapons belonging to the outfit.
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, a couple of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists launched an attack on the headquarters of Border Security Force (BSF) at Tral in the Pulwama district on May 1 and made an attempt to storm the paramilitary
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, a couple of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists launched an attack on the headquarters of Border Security Force (BSF) at Tral in the Pulwama district on May 1 and made an attempt to storm the paramilitary formation. However, in the ensuing encounter, while one terrorist was killed his accomplice managed to escape.
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Four left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Praja Pratighatana group, including a woman, were killed in an encounter with police near Kanegudem village, Warangal district, on May 1. Official sources said the encounter took place when a police party, o
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Four left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Praja Pratighatana group, including a woman, were killed in an encounter with police near Kanegudem village, Warangal district, on May 1. Official sources said the encounter took place when a police party, on a combing operation, spotted some Naxalites on the outskirts of the village and asked them to surrender. The Naxalites ignored the warning and opened fire at the police, who retaliated killing four Naxals on the spot. Four kitbags, a rifle and literature of Praja Pratighatna were recovered from the encounter site.
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He Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) on May 1 threatened that the it would call off the cease-fire, in operation since December 31, 2002, if the arrested DHD cadres are not released by the security forces (SFs). DHD ‘spokesman’ D Dimacha said this while speaki
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He Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) on May 1 threatened that the it would call off the cease-fire, in operation since December 31, 2002, if the arrested DHD cadres are not released by the security forces (SFs). DHD ‘spokesman’ D Dimacha said this while speaking to a news agency over telephone from Haflong in Assam. SFs arrested 15 DHD cadres on April 30 on charges of violating the ground rules of cease-fire in Cachar district.
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May - 1 
India and Bangladesh have agreed to revive the Joint Boundary Working Groups for speedy resolution of border demarcation and related issues even as Bangladesh has assured that it would not allow its territory to be used for any anti-India activities.
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India and Bangladesh have agreed to revive the Joint Boundary Working Groups for speedy resolution of border demarcation and related issues even as Bangladesh has assured that it would not allow its territory to be used for any anti-India activities. A joint statement issued on May 1, after India’s Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal held three days of talks in Dhaka with his Bangladesh counterpart Shamsher M Chowdhury, said, "It was also agreed to strengthen and fully implement the agreed procedures to stop cross-border illegal movement of people". Regarding the existence of terrorist camps in Bangladesh, the statement said, "in response to Indian concerns regarding the activities of Indian insurgent groups in Bangladesh, the Bangladesh side reaffirmed the commitment not to allow its territory to be used for any activities inimical to the interests of India". Both the countries also decided to jointly patrol the 4,000-km border where incidents of push-in or firing take place frequently.
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India and Vietnam, on May 1, agreed to "strengthen cooperation" in opposing all forms of violence and terror, attempts to force "one's will on others" or interfere in the internal affairs of sovereign nations. A joint declaration laying out a framewo
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India and Vietnam, on May 1, agreed to "strengthen cooperation" in opposing all forms of violence and terror, attempts to force "one's will on others" or interfere in the internal affairs of sovereign nations. A joint declaration laying out a framework of "comprehensive cooperation" was signed by the two countries as the visiting Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) general secretary, Nong Duc Manh, held talks with the Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee. Manh's visit is part of the high-level exchanges that have been taking place between India and Vietnam.
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One unidentified terrorist was killed by security forces in the Punzwa area of Kupwara district on the same day.
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One unidentified terrorist was killed by security forces in the Punzwa area of Kupwara district on the same day.
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Police defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which had been planted by terrorists outside a mosque at Gund Khwaja Qasim village in the Pattan area. Senior political and spiritual leader of the Shia community, Maulvi Iftikhar Hussain Ansari, w
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Police defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which had been planted by terrorists outside a mosque at Gund Khwaja Qasim village in the Pattan area. Senior political and spiritual leader of the Shia community, Maulvi Iftikhar Hussain Ansari, was scheduled to address a congregation at the same spot. Reports indicated that it was at the same spot that terrorists had attempted to kill him in a landmine explosion on June 2, 2000. Twelve of his Shia followers were killed in this explosion.
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May - 1 
Repeated threats from Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) have forced several lower-level leaders of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to resign from their party posts in Kamareddy division, Nizamabad dist
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Repeated threats from Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) have forced several lower-level leaders of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to resign from their party posts in Kamareddy division, Nizamabad district. According to media reports, there is a panic due to the killing of Tadwai mandal (administrative unit) TDP president, Baddham Narsa Reddy, and Linapet BJP leader Sivakumar by Naxalites of the PWG, on March 15 and April 27 respectively. Reports said the BJP Kamareddy town president Arkela Prabhakar, vice-president C Ramesh, BJP municipal floor leader M Krishna Goud, TDP mandal in-charge Samala Shankar and several others submitted their resignation.
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May - 1 
Reports from Pattan said that an unidentified terrorist killed a civilian, who had reportedly functioned as a counter-insurgent a few years ago.
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Reports from Pattan said that an unidentified terrorist killed a civilian, who had reportedly functioned as a counter-insurgent a few years ago.
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Security forces seized a huge quantity of landmines and bomb-making materials near Mukundapur under the Chandili police station-limits, Rayagada district, on May 1. However, no arrests were made in this connection.
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Security forces seized a huge quantity of landmines and bomb-making materials near Mukundapur under the Chandili police station-limits, Rayagada district, on May 1. However, no arrests were made in this connection.
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Suspected ANVC terrorists abducted two persons from Balachand, West Garo Hills district, on May 1.
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Suspected ANVC terrorists abducted two persons from Balachand, West Garo Hills district, on May 1.
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The Tamil Nadu police arrested five terrorists of the proscribed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Renigunta railway station, Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh on May 1. Quoting official sources, media reports said the Tamil Nadu police re
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The Tamil Nadu police arrested five terrorists of the proscribed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Renigunta railway station, Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh on May 1. Quoting official sources, media reports said the Tamil Nadu police received a tip-off that the terrorists would be traveling by a train, reaching Renigunta. All the five have been taken to Chennai for further interrogation. An unspecified quantity of weapons was also seized from them. However, the Andhra Pradesh police have not confirmed the arrests thus far.
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Police in Karachi on May 1 arrested two more Al Qaeda suspects and seized a large quantity of explosives and some weapons. The two suspects, both of them Pakistani, were "arrested last night. We are interrogating them about their possible links with
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Police in Karachi on May 1 arrested two more Al Qaeda suspects and seized a large quantity of explosives and some weapons. The two suspects, both of them Pakistani, were "arrested last night. We are interrogating them about their possible links with Al Qaeda," said Inspector General Syed Kamal Shah.
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President Pervez Musharraf said in Islamabad on May 1 that there were indications that Osama bin Laden was alive, and may be hiding in the tribal territory on the Pakistani-Afghan border. In an interview to a private television channel he said, "some
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President Pervez Musharraf said in Islamabad on May 1 that there were indications that Osama bin Laden was alive, and may be hiding in the tribal territory on the Pakistani-Afghan border. In an interview to a private television channel he said, "some indications are there that he is not dead but where is he? Nothing can be said about that… If they are in a small group, two, four, eight or 10 people, then they can hide in this side, our side of the tribal area, or hide on the Afghan side. I cannot say with surety."
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May - 1 
The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) on May 1 criticised the United States decision to place the group on a terror watch list. "The decision by the United States is regrettable and shocking for us," said Syed Salahuddin, HM ‘supreme commander’. "The least we
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The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) on May 1 criticised the United States decision to place the group on a terror watch list. "The decision by the United States is regrettable and shocking for us," said Syed Salahuddin, HM ‘supreme commander’. "The least we can say is that they (US) have made it to please India while ignoring the bitter ground realities in held Kashmir," added Salahuddin. As reported earlier, the US on April 30 added 11 Islamist organizations to its lists of "terrorist groups". The new second tier list of 38 "other terrorist groups" issued by the State Department acts as a watch list for the first-tier list of "foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs)" on which the United States imposes sanctions. Among those included in the new list were Al Badr, HM, Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) and Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), a Sunni sectarian group in Pakistan.
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The United States on May 1 warned airports and pilots to be alert for a potential aerial terrorist attack on the US Consulate in Karachi. The warning issued by the Department of Homeland Security came two days after Pakistani authorities arrested six
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The United States on May 1 warned airports and pilots to be alert for a potential aerial terrorist attack on the US Consulate in Karachi. The warning issued by the Department of Homeland Security came two days after Pakistani authorities arrested six Al Qaeda suspects they said were planning a terrorist attack in Karachi. "We issued it to the general aviation community asking members to be especially vigilant so that they can take steps to increase security," Homeland Security spokesperson Rachael Sunbarger said. The Consulate in Karachi has been closed to the public since a car bomb exploded outside the building on June 14, 2002, killing 10 persons, including five women.
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Addressing a peace rally in Dang on May 1, Bhattarai said, "We will strive to integrate the people's liberation army into the Royal Nepal Army to constitute a national army. Peace will be restored if the negotiating parties agreed to keep the army un
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Addressing a peace rally in Dang on May 1, Bhattarai said, "We will strive to integrate the people's liberation army into the Royal Nepal Army to constitute a national army. Peace will be restored if the negotiating parties agreed to keep the army under the people's control."
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May - 1 
Facilitators for peace talks, former Foreign Minister Shailendra Kumar Upadhaya, former Chief Secretary Karna Dhoj Adhikari, former Speaker Damannath Dunghana and human rights activist Padma Ratna Tuladhar met with the Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur
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Facilitators for peace talks, former Foreign Minister Shailendra Kumar Upadhaya, former Chief Secretary Karna Dhoj Adhikari, former Speaker Damannath Dunghana and human rights activist Padma Ratna Tuladhar met with the Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand in Kathmandu on May 1 and discussed the further course of peace negotiations. The negotiators also discussed the same with the Chief Maoist Negotiator Baburam Bhattarai on April 30.
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May - 1 
Media reports have said that personnel of the Joint Interrogation Cell (JIC) in Dhaka on June 1 began interrogating four persons arrested earlier on May 29 at Patnitala frontier in Naogaon district on charges of anti-state activities. Explosives wort
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Media reports have said that personnel of the Joint Interrogation Cell (JIC) in Dhaka on June 1 began interrogating four persons arrested earlier on May 29 at Patnitala frontier in Naogaon district on charges of anti-state activities. Explosives worth Tk 100 million were also recovered from their possession.
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May - 2 
A Pakistani national was convicted and sentenced to ten years imprisonment by a fast-track court in Gurdaspur on May 2 for terrorist activity. Mohammad Akram of Kalaswala village in Sialkot district of Pakistan, who confessed to his links with terror
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A Pakistani national was convicted and sentenced to ten years imprisonment by a fast-track court in Gurdaspur on May 2 for terrorist activity. Mohammad Akram of Kalaswala village in Sialkot district of Pakistan, who confessed to his links with terrorists, was arrested after an encounter near the Rattar-Chattar border outpost of Dera Baba Nanak sector in Gurdaspur district on July 29, 2002, after he had infiltrated by crossing International Border between India and Pakistan. One AK-56 rifle along with three magazines and 100 rounds of ammunition and other arms were recovered from his possession.
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May - 2 
A report on May 2 has indicated that differences have cropped up amongst the top leadership of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), a terrorist outfit operating in parts of Assam. Police in Kolkata, West Bengal, are attributing the arres
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A report on May 2 has indicated that differences have cropped up amongst the top leadership of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), a terrorist outfit operating in parts of Assam. Police in Kolkata, West Bengal, are attributing the arrest of two top NDFB leaders from a city hotel on April 30 to the information provided by the NDFB chairman Ranjan Daimary himself. Police arrested Sunil Brahma alias B Simang, NDFB ‘spokesperson’ and another top ranking leader Indra Mohan Basumatary alias B Buthang. The report also said that the NDFB ‘publicity secretary’ B Erakdao was also present in the city at the time of their arrest, but he escaped after being warned of police action reportedly by Ranjan Daimary.
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May - 2 
A report on May 2 has indicated that kin of some ULFA leaders in Assam are planning to visit Bhutan and meet the King Jigme Singye Wangchuk to make an appeal for the closure of existing ULFA base camps there. A team of the Assam Public Works, a Non G
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A report on May 2 has indicated that kin of some ULFA leaders in Assam are planning to visit Bhutan and meet the King Jigme Singye Wangchuk to make an appeal for the closure of existing ULFA base camps there. A team of the Assam Public Works, a Non Government Organization (NGO) of the ULFA-kin led by self styled ULFA commander-in-chief’s mother Miliki Barua and brother of the ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa, would undertake this visit on August 13 and meet the King on August 15.
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May - 2 
According to a media report, two Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) terrorists surrendered to the police in Dhubri district on May 2 with a pistol and 36 grenades.
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According to a media report, two Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) terrorists surrendered to the police in Dhubri district on May 2 with a pistol and 36 grenades.
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May - 2 
According to a media report, two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres were killed in an internecine clash with the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorists on unspecified date in the West Khasi Hills district
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According to a media report, two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres were killed in an internecine clash with the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorists on unspecified date in the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya. The clash reportedly occurred following a dispute over the distribution of extorted money near the Thri River area. The three ANVC cadres, including an ‘area commander’ allegedly involved in the killing later surrendered before the police with two AK 47 rifles with six magazines, approximately 180 rounds of ammunition and four grenades at Sonapathar in the same district on April 29.
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May - 2 
According to media reports, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) attacked country-made liquor manufacturing units in Chatakpur village, Gaya district, on May 2. The Naxalites also assaulted owners of the units, their em
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According to media reports, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) attacked country-made liquor manufacturing units in Chatakpur village, Gaya district, on May 2. The Naxalites also assaulted owners of the units, their employees and customers and reportedly warned them not to sell or consume liquor in future.
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May - 2 
Another terrorist outfit operating in Tripura, All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) has reportedly changed its name to Republican People’s Army (RPA).
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Another terrorist outfit operating in Tripura, All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) has reportedly changed its name to Republican People’s Army (RPA).
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May - 2 
Four activists of the Al Umma, accused in the killing of Assistant Jailer, S. Jayaprakash, in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, on August 29, 1997, were sentenced to life imprisonment by a Madurai court on May 2. The court held the accused guilty on four counts,
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Four activists of the Al Umma, accused in the killing of Assistant Jailer, S. Jayaprakash, in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, on August 29, 1997, were sentenced to life imprisonment by a Madurai court on May 2. The court held the accused guilty on four counts, including criminal conspiracy, wrongful restraint and murder, before pronouncing the judgment. According to the investigation, the accused, who were also involved in a bomb blast case, were arrested nearly a year after the murder.
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May - 2 
In another incident in the same district, a ‘sub-zonal commander’ of the MCC was killed in an encounter in Goriyadih village under the Ghaghra police station-limits. Police also recovered two pistols and eight rounds of ammunition from the encounter
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In another incident in the same district, a ‘sub-zonal commander’ of the MCC was killed in an encounter in Goriyadih village under the Ghaghra police station-limits. Police also recovered two pistols and eight rounds of ammunition from the encounter site.
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May - 2 
In another incident, PWG Naxalites killed two persons at Jalakallu village, Guntur district, on May 2. Police sources said approximately 12 Naxalites entered the residence of Shaik Subhani and killed him while he was asleep. The Naxalites also left b
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In another incident, PWG Naxalites killed two persons at Jalakallu village, Guntur district, on May 2. Police sources said approximately 12 Naxalites entered the residence of Shaik Subhani and killed him while he was asleep. The Naxalites also left behind letter in which they stated Subhani was a member of a gang, which raped and murdered a minor girl in February 2000. The same group of Naxalites went to another house in the colony and dragged K Nagarjuna in to the nearby fields and later killed him. In another letter, Naxalites said Nagarjuna had been acting as a police informer for the last five years.
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May - 2 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) abducted and later killed an activist of the Jharkhand Sangharsh Jan Mukti Morcha (JSJMM) in Anjan village, Gumla district. His body was found in the village on May 2.
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) abducted and later killed an activist of the Jharkhand Sangharsh Jan Mukti Morcha (JSJMM) in Anjan village, Gumla district. His body was found in the village on May 2.
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May - 2 
Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh on May 2 warned Government officials and private contractors that the Government would take firm action against them if they were found guilty of having a nexus with terrorists. Speaking at a public function i
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Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh on May 2 warned Government officials and private contractors that the Government would take firm action against them if they were found guilty of having a nexus with terrorists. Speaking at a public function in Imphal East district, he also said that "disturbance" by terrorist organisations had impeded development activities in the State and also created a wrong image of the State before the Union Government. He said, "Any official or contractor found having links with militants or any official found misusing funds in the name of militant organisations would be punished. Any official found to have succumbed to pressures from militants would also be punished. A circular has been issued to all the departments in this regard". He further said, "The government doesn’t want to kill militants. But if disturbance in development work and kidnapping for ransom continues, the government will use every means available to check such activities. Such measures may lead to unwanted happenings. Hence I appeal to militants not to disturb development activities." Singh also appealed to the abductors to set free three Government officials abducted allegedly by an unidentified Kuki outfit on April 26.
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May - 2 
Other reports said, at least 13 politicians, including some Ministers and a Member of Parliament, are reportedly under surveillance for their alleged links with terrorists.
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Other reports said, at least 13 politicians, including some Ministers and a Member of Parliament, are reportedly under surveillance for their alleged links with terrorists.
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May - 2 
Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on May 2 announced the appointment of a High Commissioner to Pakistan on a reciprocal basis. Making a statement in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Indian Parliament), he also said that civil aviation links with P
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Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on May 2 announced the appointment of a High Commissioner to Pakistan on a reciprocal basis. Making a statement in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Indian Parliament), he also said that civil aviation links with Pakistan would be restored. Later, speaking in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House), Vajpayee stressed that this would be his third and final effort at improving bilateral relations with Pakistan. He said, "After two experiences, the third round of talks will be decisive. At least in my lifetime, this will be the last." Elaborating on the peace offer, the premier said, "Now this is a new beginning. We should not forget the past but at the same time, we should not be a slave to the past. The past should give us inspiration and encourage us to move forward and it should not act as shackles to move forward. That’s why we should also learn a lesson from Lahore". He also assured the Parliament that the unity and integrity of India would not be compromised. "I am confident I will succeed", he said, adding, " "Though terrorism persists we must give peace one more chance, this bloodbath should come to an end.
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May - 2 
Reports on May 2 said that a special investigation team of Arunachal Pradesh police would launch a crackdown on suspected conduits of either faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN), Isak Muivah and Khaplang, following the arrest
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Reports on May 2 said that a special investigation team of Arunachal Pradesh police would launch a crackdown on suspected conduits of either faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN), Isak Muivah and Khaplang, following the arrest and subsequent release of a State Minister and State legislator on April 30.
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May - 2 
Reports said the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on May 2 threatened to "reconsider" its truce agreement with the Union Government if the security forces (SFs) continue conducting raids on its camps in Nagaland and arrest
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Reports said the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on May 2 threatened to "reconsider" its truce agreement with the Union Government if the security forces (SFs) continue conducting raids on its camps in Nagaland and arresting its cadres. The warning came following the arrest of three cadres during a raid in Dimapur on May 1. SFs also seized four pistols with magazines, seven magazines of 303 light-machine guns, 19 rounds of M-20 ammunition, 14 rounds of assorted ammunition, two fake vehicle registration plates, a large quantity of illegal communication equipment and incriminating documents from the camp. NSCN-IM deputy kilo kilonser (‘home minister’) V. Horam reportedly said, "The peace process is a joint venture and if one party is not responding to the agreement, we have to reconsider the arrangement. After all, we cannot go on tolerating the humiliation and harassment."
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May - 2 
Security forces (SFs) on May 2 killed two front ranking foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group during an encounter at village Kalali Morha in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The slain terrorists included Abu Wasid, a ‘deputy di
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Security forces (SFs) on May 2 killed two front ranking foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group during an encounter at village Kalali Morha in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The slain terrorists included Abu Wasid, a ‘deputy divisional commander’ for Surankote. However, two other terrorists managed to escape from the encounter site. Two AK-47 rifles, three magazines, a wireless set and two hand grenades were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 2 
The Andhra Pradesh Government has commenced an anti-Naxalite operation, ‘Summer Exercise’, in the bordering Rayagada district for curbing Naxalite activities and the exercise is expected to continue for 15 days, according to official sources. Rayagad
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The Andhra Pradesh Government has commenced an anti-Naxalite operation, ‘Summer Exercise’, in the bordering Rayagada district for curbing Naxalite activities and the exercise is expected to continue for 15 days, according to official sources. Rayagada Superintendent of Police R.K. Sharma who has been monitoring the combing operation from the Orissa side informed that Naxal activities in Orissa side had decreased, particularly in the Rayagada district, after the combing operation.
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May - 2 
The central organizer of the Talakonda dalam (squad), Chittoor district, of left-wing extremists—Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) - Bhupathi alias Kishta, was killed in an encounter in the Batrapalli forest area of Talupula mandal (administr
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The central organizer of the Talakonda dalam (squad), Chittoor district, of left-wing extremists—Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) - Bhupathi alias Kishta, was killed in an encounter in the Batrapalli forest area of Talupula mandal (administrative unit), Anantpur district, on May 2. According to police sources, five other Naxalites escaped during the encounter. The encounter occurred when a police team, on a combing operation, came across six armed Naxalites. The Naxal leader, who was carrying a reward of Rupees two lakh on his head, was killed when the police opened retaliatory fire.
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May - 2 
The police released 15 Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) cadres on May 2 and reportedly provided them ‘safe passage’ to their hideouts in North Cachar Hills district of Assam. Security forces, however, withheld the weapons seized from them. Security forces had
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The police released 15 Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) cadres on May 2 and reportedly provided them ‘safe passage’ to their hideouts in North Cachar Hills district of Assam. Security forces, however, withheld the weapons seized from them. Security forces had arrested them on April 29 from Doliya, Daija and Thaba Basti areas in Cachar district on charges of violating the ground rules of cease-fire agreement and fomenting ethnic violence.
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May - 2 
The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in a message through its mouthpiece Freedom on May 2, warned the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi not to underestimate the group’s ‘strength’. It also said that he should not repeat the ‘mistakes’ of his pre
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The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in a message through its mouthpiece Freedom on May 2, warned the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi not to underestimate the group’s ‘strength’. It also said that he should not repeat the ‘mistakes’ of his predecessor Prafulla Kumar Mahanta in this regard. The message said, "He (Gogoi) should not deceive the people of Assam like the already-ruined Mahanta who uttered statements day and night about the death of Ulfa. Everybody knows Mahanta’s present political stature." The outfit also alleged that the "puppet (Gogoi) government has no power and intention to formulate an energy policy for the prosperity of the people of Assam. It is busy collecting alms that is defined by Indian policymakers as ‘royalty’."
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May - 2 
Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists surrendered before the security forces along with two revolvers in Assam’s Cachar district on May 2.
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Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists surrendered before the security forces along with two revolvers in Assam’s Cachar district on May 2.
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May - 2 
According to media reports, Pakistani authorities on May 2 handed over three Arab Al Qaeda suspects, including prime suspect in the October 2000-USS Cole bombing, Waleed Muhammad Bin Attash alias Khalid Al-Attash, to the US officials. Although the go
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According to media reports, Pakistani authorities on May 2 handed over three Arab Al Qaeda suspects, including prime suspect in the October 2000-USS Cole bombing, Waleed Muhammad Bin Attash alias Khalid Al-Attash, to the US officials. Although the government is yet to officially confirm the extradition, an unnamed official was quoted as saying that "the foreigners including Al-Attash are not in our custody. They were handed over to the Americans." Bin Attash is a nephew of front ranking Al Qaeda terrorist Khalid Sheikh Muhammad, who was arrested on March 1, 2003, from Rawalpindi. Official sources claimed that Al-Attash and other suspects were not wanted by Pakistan in any criminal case and they were handed over to the US owing to the fact that the suspects were reportedly involved in terrorist acts aimed at the US establishments.
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May - 2 
Commenting on the moves to restore diplomatic ties between India and Pakistan, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) spokesperson Salim Hashmi said on May 2, "We feel that some international forces are asking Pakistan and India to resolve their disputes, and t
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Commenting on the moves to restore diplomatic ties between India and Pakistan, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) spokesperson Salim Hashmi said on May 2, "We feel that some international forces are asking Pakistan and India to resolve their disputes, and this is very possible." However, he also said, "We think talks and armed struggle can go side-by-side."
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May - 2 
Pakistan has welcomed the May 2-announcement by Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on the restoration of diplomatic ties between the two countries along with the commencement of civil aviation links on a reciprocal bases. Foreign Minister Khu
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Pakistan has welcomed the May 2-announcement by Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on the restoration of diplomatic ties between the two countries along with the commencement of civil aviation links on a reciprocal bases. Foreign Minister Khurshid Mehmud Kasuri at a press conference in Islamabad said, "We welcome this statement and our stand has always been that we cannot afford to downgrade our diplomatic ties." He added, "since it is Prime Minister Vajpayee who has made the announcement from India, it will be befitting that Prime Minister Jamali make an announcement in a day or two."
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May - 2 
Pakistan on May 2 demanded proof from the United States to support the placement of several Pakistan-based groups on a terrorist watch list. "If they have any evidence against the listed organisations, they must tell us and we will take action," said
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Pakistan on May 2 demanded proof from the United States to support the placement of several Pakistan-based groups on a terrorist watch list. "If they have any evidence against the listed organisations, they must tell us and we will take action," said Interior Minister Faisal Saleh Hayat. The US State Department on April 30 issued a list of 38 "other terrorist" groups to be monitored closely. The watch list includes Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) and Al Badr, terrorist groups active in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. It also includes Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), an outlawed Sunni sectarian group.
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May - 2 
Paramilitary forces raided a house in Vinder, Baluchistan, and arrested two suspected Al Qaeda operatives on May 2. According to official sources, paramilitary forces arrested an Egyptian, Jawad Al Bashar, and an Afghan national, Farzand Shah, from B
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Paramilitary forces raided a house in Vinder, Baluchistan, and arrested two suspected Al Qaeda operatives on May 2. According to official sources, paramilitary forces arrested an Egyptian, Jawad Al Bashar, and an Afghan national, Farzand Shah, from Baluchistan and later brought them to Karachi for further interrogation. Sources added that besides the recovery of arms and ammunition, forces also recovered maps of sensitive installations in the Gwadar area and Miran Shah airport from the suspects. Al Bashar is reportedly a close associate of Khalid Sheikh Muhammad, alleged mastermind of 9/11, and had fought in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir along with Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh, front ranking Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist, who was sentenced to death in the Daniel Pearl murder case.
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May - 2 
In his address to the nation on May 2, Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand, called upon opposition parties to reach an understanding in order to create a conducive atmosphere for peace talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents. He said, "L
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In his address to the nation on May 2, Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand, called upon opposition parties to reach an understanding in order to create a conducive atmosphere for peace talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents. He said, "Let us reach an understanding and end the spiral of death and destruction. My only interest is to restore the democratic process and hold early elections". He added, "Peace should be restored permanently and early election should be held. I will resign after handing power soonest to an elected body. Peace and security is the main agenda of the government, Peace process should not be derailed and nobody should be an obstacle to the process."
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May - 2 
Reacting to the inclusion of Maoists in the list of terrorist organisations by the United States, Maoist Chief Negotiator Baburam Bhattarai told media persons in Dang that Washington has "no right to interfere in the internal affairs of Nepal" and th
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Reacting to the inclusion of Maoists in the list of terrorist organisations by the United States, Maoist Chief Negotiator Baburam Bhattarai told media persons in Dang that Washington has "no right to interfere in the internal affairs of Nepal" and that by doing so it was "attempting to derail the peace process."
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May - 2 
A suspected activist of the Islamist extremist Jamait-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) was arrested on May 2 from Jame Mosque of Bholahat subdivision, Chapainababganj while distributing leaflets of the organisation.
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A suspected activist of the Islamist extremist Jamait-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) was arrested on May 2 from Jame Mosque of Bholahat subdivision, Chapainababganj while distributing leaflets of the organisation.
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May - 3 
A foreign mercenary affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Abu Hanzala, was killed during an encounter at Zachaldara in the Handwara area on May 3.
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A foreign mercenary affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Abu Hanzala, was killed during an encounter at Zachaldara in the Handwara area on May 3.
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May - 3 
A left wing extremist–Naxalite–of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter with police at Reddypalli, Karimangar district on May 3. Reports said a group of Naxalites clashed with a police patrol party and the Naxalite was killed in the
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A left wing extremist–Naxalite–of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter with police at Reddypalli, Karimangar district on May 3. Reports said a group of Naxalites clashed with a police patrol party and the Naxalite was killed in the ensuing encounter. Other Naxalites, however, managed to escape.
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May - 3 
A report on May 3 has indicated that the Bhutanese Government has asked Indian terrorist groups to vacate their camps in that country by June 15. A Government official informed this while speaking to media persons in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal. The Assa
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A report on May 3 has indicated that the Bhutanese Government has asked Indian terrorist groups to vacate their camps in that country by June 15. A Government official informed this while speaking to media persons in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal. The Assam-based National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the Kamatapur Liberation Organisation (KLO), operating in parts of Assam and West Bengal, have their camps in Bhutan.
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May - 3 
A report said Border Security Force (BSF) personnel recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from Mahawa village, near Wagah border in Punjab at zero line along the International Border with Pakistan on May 3. The arms recovery included an Assault ri
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A report said Border Security Force (BSF) personnel recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from Mahawa village, near Wagah border in Punjab at zero line along the International Border with Pakistan on May 3. The arms recovery included an Assault rifle, a 8mm rifle, and nine Chinese made pistols besides 180 cartridges. According to official sources, the involvement of terrorist outfits, if any, in this incident could not be ascertained immediately.
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May - 3 
According to media reports, the Mumbai Police arrested six Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) activists with links to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) on May 3 and seized lethal chemicals and some arms and ammunition from their possession. Disclosing
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According to media reports, the Mumbai Police arrested six Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) activists with links to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) on May 3 and seized lethal chemicals and some arms and ammunition from their possession. Disclosing this at a press conference, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Chhagan Bhujbal said the terrorists had plans to use the chemicals and weapons to carry out blasts and attacks similar to the September 24, 2002-Akshardham temple attack at Mantralaya, Chowpatty, Gateway of India and other crowded places in Mumbai besides some areas in South India. "With the arrest of six persons over a period of time, the police have managed to get to the root of the entire Mulund blast case, which is clearly linked to the Ghatkopar blast case," he said. The arrests were made from two places in the outskirts of Mumbai city. Bhujbal said police seized one kilogram of potassium cyanide, some bottles of sulphuric acid, ammonium nitrate and nitric acid besides four AK-56 rifles, two pistols and an equal number of revolvers.
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May - 3 
An unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with the security forces at Mechpara, Tamarhat police station limits in Kokrajhar district on May 3. An AK-47 rifle and some other explosives were recovered from the possession of the slain terrori
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An unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with the security forces at Mechpara, Tamarhat police station limits in Kokrajhar district on May 3. An AK-47 rifle and some other explosives were recovered from the possession of the slain terrorist.
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May - 3 
In a separate development, Naxalites of the PWG blasted the office building of an executive engineer in Parkala mandal on May 3.
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In a separate development, Naxalites of the PWG blasted the office building of an executive engineer in Parkala mandal on May 3.
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May - 3 
In a separate development, the police foiled an attempt by suspected PWG Naxalites to blow up a road bridge by timely detection of two powerful bombs near Tetuldanga, East Singhbhum district, on May 3.
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In a separate development, the police foiled an attempt by suspected PWG Naxalites to blow up a road bridge by timely detection of two powerful bombs near Tetuldanga, East Singhbhum district, on May 3.
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May - 3 
In another incident, six Naxalites of the PWG, including an Area Committee Secretary (ACS) and a ‘commander’ of the Local Guerrilla Squad (LGS), surrendered before the district police chief in Karimnagar. In the same district, police seized an offset
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In another incident, six Naxalites of the PWG, including an Area Committee Secretary (ACS) and a ‘commander’ of the Local Guerrilla Squad (LGS), surrendered before the district police chief in Karimnagar. In the same district, police seized an offset printing machine, a computer monitor and UPS from a dump belonging to the PWG in Mahadevpur mandal (administrative unit), on May 3.
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May - 3 
Official sources said that an unidentified terrorist lobbed a hand grenade at a bus-yard at the district headquarters in Anantnag targeting a police vehicle. However, it missed the intended target and exploded on the road injuring 15 civilians.
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Official sources said that an unidentified terrorist lobbed a hand grenade at a bus-yard at the district headquarters in Anantnag targeting a police vehicle. However, it missed the intended target and exploded on the road injuring 15 civilians.
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May - 3 
Security forces have claimed that increased surveillance along the Assam-Meghalaya border area has succeeded in the restricting movement of ULFA, NDFB and Meghalaya-based Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) terrorists in the area.
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Security forces have claimed that increased surveillance along the Assam-Meghalaya border area has succeeded in the restricting movement of ULFA, NDFB and Meghalaya-based Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) terrorists in the area.
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May - 3 
Two NSCN-IM cadres were set free by the security forces on May 3 in Dimapur, Nagaland. The NSCN-IM cadres were arrested on May 1 for violating cease-fire ground rules.
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Two NSCN-IM cadres were set free by the security forces on May 3 in Dimapur, Nagaland. The NSCN-IM cadres were arrested on May 1 for violating cease-fire ground rules.
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May - 3 
Police in Karachi arrested two Egyptian Al Qaeda suspects from Surjani Town on May 3 and seized three AK-47 assault rifles, two TT pistols, two satellite phones, some transmitters and refined explosives from their possession. The two suspects, Abdul
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Police in Karachi arrested two Egyptian Al Qaeda suspects from Surjani Town on May 3 and seized three AK-47 assault rifles, two TT pistols, two satellite phones, some transmitters and refined explosives from their possession. The two suspects, Abdul Khaliq Muhammad and Abi Abdullah, were reportedly planning to attack the US marines at Shahbaz airbase in Jacobabad, Miran Shah Airport and other sensitive installations in Gwadar. With these latest arrests, the number of arrested Arab Al Qaeda operatives rose to 10 in the last five days. Meanwhile, an unnamed official was quoted, as saying that the suspects would be handed over to the US after completion of interrogation.
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May - 3 
A report on May 3 has indicated that the Bhutanese Government has asked Indian terrorist groups to vacate their camps in that country by June 15. A Government official informed this while speaking to media persons in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal. The Assa
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A report on May 3 has indicated that the Bhutanese Government has asked Indian terrorist groups to vacate their camps in that country by June 15. A Government official informed this while speaking to media persons in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal. The Assam-based National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the Kamatapur Liberation Organisation (KLO), operating in parts of Assam and West Bengal, have their camps in Bhutan.
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May - 3 
The police also recovered two rifles, two shutter guns, an air gun, five bullets and some other unspecified weapons from the encounter-site.
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The police also recovered two rifles, two shutter guns, an air gun, five bullets and some other unspecified weapons from the encounter-site.
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May - 3 
Two cadres of the outlawed left-wing extremist Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) were killed and 15 others injured on May 3 in an encounter at village Khalisa Kundi in Dauletpur subdivision, Kushtia district. According to police sources, the PBCP
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Two cadres of the outlawed left-wing extremist Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) were killed and 15 others injured on May 3 in an encounter at village Khalisa Kundi in Dauletpur subdivision, Kushtia district. According to police sources, the PBCP cadres clashed with the police who wanted to secure the release of a person abducted by the PBCP cadres. The extremists were killed in the ensuing encounter.
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May - 4 
A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Communist Party of India—Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML (Janasakthi)] was killed in an encounter near Seetharamapuram village in Pidugurala mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on May 4. The slain Naxalite wa
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A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Communist Party of India—Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML (Janasakthi)] was killed in an encounter near Seetharamapuram village in Pidugurala mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on May 4. The slain Naxalite was identified as a ‘commander’ of the Palnati Rythanga Committee. The encounter occurred when a special police party was conducting combing operations in the area when a Naxalite, on being spotted, opened fire. Police retaliated, killing the Naxalite on the spot. Five country-made rifles, seven live cartridges and Rupees 10,000 were recovered from the spot.
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May - 4 
A police personnel was injured as a group of unidentified terrorists lobbed grenades and attacked the Banihal police station. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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A police personnel was injured as a group of unidentified terrorists lobbed grenades and attacked the Banihal police station. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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May - 4 
A report on May 4 indicated that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-I M) has asked the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), a little known Kuki terrorist outfit in Manipur, to release the three Government officials whom
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A report on May 4 indicated that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-I M) has asked the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), a little known Kuki terrorist outfit in Manipur, to release the three Government officials whom it abducted on April 26, within 24 hours.
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May - 4 
A report on May 4 indicated that the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) might call off its "indefinite road and rail blockade" in the two hill districts of Karbi Anglong and North Cachar Hills in Assam on May 6. The outfit has tried enforci
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A report on May 4 indicated that the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) might call off its "indefinite road and rail blockade" in the two hill districts of Karbi Anglong and North Cachar Hills in Assam on May 6. The outfit has tried enforcing the blockade since April 25 in protest against the proposed Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to the Bodos disrupting normal vehicular movement in varying degrees in parts of these two districts.
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May - 4 
A Reserve Sub-Inspector (RSI) of the Greyhounds squad of the Andhra Pradesh Police was killed in an encounter with left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Chitrakonda on the Andhra-Orissa border in Visakhapatnam district on
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A Reserve Sub-Inspector (RSI) of the Greyhounds squad of the Andhra Pradesh Police was killed in an encounter with left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Chitrakonda on the Andhra-Orissa border in Visakhapatnam district on May 4. Police recovered four SBBL guns, one .8 rifle, one pistol, 40 kg of rice bags, 40 kitbags and tents from the encounter site.
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May - 4 
According to media reports, two Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) terrorists, including ‘corporal’ T Bordin Singh, were killed during an encounter with security forces at an unnamed place in the Thoubal district of Manipur on May 4. A 9MM revolver wit
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According to media reports, two Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) terrorists, including ‘corporal’ T Bordin Singh, were killed during an encounter with security forces at an unnamed place in the Thoubal district of Manipur on May 4. A 9MM revolver with an unspecified amount of live ammunition and a radio set were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 4 
Another terrorist was shot dead during an encounter at village Khazamola under Koteranka police station’s jurisdiction in Rajouri district. One AK rifle and two magazines were recovered from him.
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Another terrorist was shot dead during an encounter at village Khazamola under Koteranka police station’s jurisdiction in Rajouri district. One AK rifle and two magazines were recovered from him.
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May - 4 
Delayed media reports have said that the police in Meghalaya unearthed a ‘finance cell’ of the proscribed Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) on May 4. Acting on a tip off, a police team raided the residence of an ANVC cadre, Endison Sangma at As
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Delayed media reports have said that the police in Meghalaya unearthed a ‘finance cell’ of the proscribed Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) on May 4. Acting on a tip off, a police team raided the residence of an ANVC cadre, Endison Sangma at Asimggre village, near Mukdangra, under Garobadha police post limits, West Garo Hills district and seized incriminating documents indicating extortion racket being run by the outfit in the area. Seized materials included demand notes issued with names and addresses, cash books and account registers, and instructions on how to operate wireless communication sets. Meanwhile, police sources informed that Endison had probably been running the ‘cell’ for the past two and a half years.
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May - 4 
Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL), a Meitei terrorist outfit in Manipur announced, on May 4 that it would ‘impose’ a ban on bandhs (general strikes) in the State from May 15 onwards. However, the outfit has reportedly also sought public opinion on the i
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Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL), a Meitei terrorist outfit in Manipur announced, on May 4 that it would ‘impose’ a ban on bandhs (general strikes) in the State from May 15 onwards. However, the outfit has reportedly also sought public opinion on the issue.
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May - 4 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and the People’s War Group (PWG) have called for a bandh (general strike) in six districts of Jharkhand to protest against alleged police atrocities on innocent villagers. The gover
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and the People’s War Group (PWG) have called for a bandh (general strike) in six districts of Jharkhand to protest against alleged police atrocities on innocent villagers. The government has sounded a high alert in the districts and security of government installations, railway tracks and flyovers has been beefed up. Meanwhile, in order to prevent the misuse of Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), the State government announced on May 4 that only Deputy Commissioners of districts and Superintendents of Police would decide whether a person could be booked under the anti-terror law. Till now, officers-in-charge of around 312 police stations in the State were empowered to use POTA.
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May - 4 
Other reports indicated that NDFB might target Bodos supporting the rival Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) and the Accord signed by it on February 10 with the Government for the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC).
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Other reports indicated that NDFB might target Bodos supporting the rival Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) and the Accord signed by it on February 10 with the Government for the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC).
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May - 4 
Police were interrogating the arrested NDFB terrorists to discover if Assam-based tea companies were providing funds to the outfit under pressure.
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Police were interrogating the arrested NDFB terrorists to discover if Assam-based tea companies were providing funds to the outfit under pressure.
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May - 4 
Security forces recovered one UBGL with six grenades, three AK magazines and 36 rounds from a terrorist hideout in Banihal. However, no arrests were made from the hideout.
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Security forces recovered one UBGL with six grenades, three AK magazines and 36 rounds from a terrorist hideout in Banihal. However, no arrests were made from the hideout.
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May - 4 
Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Beerwah in the central Kashmir district of Budgam on May 4. A large cache of arms and ammunition, including three AK rifles, were recovered from the incident site.
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Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Beerwah in the central Kashmir district of Budgam on May 4. A large cache of arms and ammunition, including three AK rifles, were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 4 
Three more LeT terrorists were killed during an encounter at village Manyali in the Azmatabad area of Rajouri district. However, one terrorist managed to escape from the incident site. Security forces also killed a LeT terrorist in an encounter at vi
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Three more LeT terrorists were killed during an encounter at village Manyali in the Azmatabad area of Rajouri district. However, one terrorist managed to escape from the incident site. Security forces also killed a LeT terrorist in an encounter at village Bawan in north Kashmir.
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May - 4 
Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were arrested in the Saranda forest near Digha, on Orissa-Jharkhand border in Rourkela district, on May 4. Police sources said the arrested Naxalites, during interrogation, confe
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Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were arrested in the Saranda forest near Digha, on Orissa-Jharkhand border in Rourkela district, on May 4. Police sources said the arrested Naxalites, during interrogation, confessed to their involvement in the torching of a truck and a forest post in Sanaramaloi village, in the same district, on April 4.
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May - 4 
Reports said, local residents at Singati village caught an extremist of an unidentified outlawed party while making an extortion bid and later handed him over to the police at Singati village on May 4.
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Reports said, local residents at Singati village caught an extremist of an unidentified outlawed party while making an extortion bid and later handed him over to the police at Singati village on May 4.
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May - 4 
Unidentified assailants killed an armed cadre of the outlawed left-wing extremist New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP), identified as Ranjan Sarker, at Bamandia beel in Dumuria subdivision, Khulna, on May 4.
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Unidentified assailants killed an armed cadre of the outlawed left-wing extremist New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP), identified as Ranjan Sarker, at Bamandia beel in Dumuria subdivision, Khulna, on May 4.
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May - 5 
A civilian was killed and 33 others were injured in a grenade attack at New Bus Stand in Doda town by two unidentified terrorists on May 5. Police have detained at least six persons in connection with the incident.
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A civilian was killed and 33 others were injured in a grenade attack at New Bus Stand in Doda town by two unidentified terrorists on May 5. Police have detained at least six persons in connection with the incident.
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May - 5 
A security force personnel was killed in an encounter with left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) on a hilltop, approximately 40 km from Chitrakonda, Malkangir district, on May 5. The district police chief, Debadutta Singh, sa
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A security force personnel was killed in an encounter with left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) on a hilltop, approximately 40 km from Chitrakonda, Malkangir district, on May 5. The district police chief, Debadutta Singh, said the encounter occurred when a joint patrol party of Orissa and Andhra Pradesh police, on a combing operation, came across approximately 100 Naxalites of the PWG.
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May - 5 
According to media reports, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) have ‘advised’ Chief Minister Ajit Jogi not to visit Dantewada district. Jogi and Industires Minister Mohinder Karma are scheduled to attend a mass marriage ce
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According to media reports, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) have ‘advised’ Chief Minister Ajit Jogi not to visit Dantewada district. Jogi and Industires Minister Mohinder Karma are scheduled to attend a mass marriage ceremony in this Naxalite-affected district on May 8. Approximately 200 tribal marriages are likely to be performed at Gangaloor village in Bijapur area for the first time. On May 5, the PWG put up posters and distributed handbills in the Bijapur and Basadura area, opposing the visit. The posters also appealed to the local people to boycott the visit. All Panchayat (local bodies) representatives have reportedly been warned against participation in the ceremony. "Those attending the function will be punished appropriately," the posters caution.
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May - 5 
According to media reports, normal life was affected in several areas of Jharkhand on May 5 due to a bandh (shutdown) called by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and the People’s War Group (PWG). The Naxalite groups
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According to media reports, normal life was affected in several areas of Jharkhand on May 5 due to a bandh (shutdown) called by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and the People’s War Group (PWG). The Naxalite groups had called for a shutdown to protest against alleged police atrocities, including the large-scale use of Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). Although no untoward incident of violence has been reported thus far, several bus operators refused to ply buses fearing arson. Security was tightened across the State as a precautionary measure.
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May - 5 
According to official sources in south Kashmir, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed and two persons injured in an encounter that ensued after security forces destroyed a hideout at Srandoo village in Kulgam.
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed and two persons injured in an encounter that ensued after security forces destroyed a hideout at Srandoo village in Kulgam.
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May - 5 
Chief Minister Arjun Munda reiterated the government’s decision to hold talks with the Naxalite groups. Speaking to the media in Ranchi, he said, "We have told MCC that shutdown is not a solution to the problem. We want to tell them that if there is
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Chief Minister Arjun Munda reiterated the government’s decision to hold talks with the Naxalite groups. Speaking to the media in Ranchi, he said, "We have told MCC that shutdown is not a solution to the problem. We want to tell them that if there is a problem, they should progress in an organised manner. We are ready to listen to them, talk to them. Whatever we can do for the benefit of the state, we will do it to the best of our ability."
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May - 5 
Four National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists surrendered before the security forces on May 5 at Lichubagan, near Agartala, West Tripura district.
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Four National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists surrendered before the security forces on May 5 at Lichubagan, near Agartala, West Tripura district.
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May - 5 
In another incident, in Warangal district, eight Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) set ablaze a bamboo-laden lorry on the outskirts of Errabanda village.
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In another incident, in Warangal district, eight Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) set ablaze a bamboo-laden lorry on the outskirts of Errabanda village.
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May - 5 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) triggered a blast at Pullampet railway station, Cuddapah district, on May 5. Official sources said approximately 12 armed Naxalites of the PWG stormed the railway station and informed the
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) triggered a blast at Pullampet railway station, Cuddapah district, on May 5. Official sources said approximately 12 armed Naxalites of the PWG stormed the railway station and informed the Assistant Station Master and other staff that the station was being blasted and sent them out. The Naxalites handed over a letter in the name of People's Joint Action Committee Team of Cuddapah-Chittoor district joint committee, which said that the action was in protest against ‘fake encounters’ by the police. Later, they blasted the Station Master’s room, ticket-booking room and the signaling equipment. The railway authorities have put the loss of property at approximately Rupees 1.8 million.
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May - 5 
Media reports said three persons, including two Government officials, abducted on April 26 by the Peoples’ United Liberation Front (PULF) terrorists from the Pallel area of Chandel district escaped safely on May 5.
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Media reports said three persons, including two Government officials, abducted on April 26 by the Peoples’ United Liberation Front (PULF) terrorists from the Pallel area of Chandel district escaped safely on May 5.
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May - 5 
National Conference leader Sheikh Ghulam Ahmed Saloora was injured in a car blast in Ganderbal. No terrorist group has claimed responsibility for this attack thus far.
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National Conference leader Sheikh Ghulam Ahmed Saloora was injured in a car blast in Ganderbal. No terrorist group has claimed responsibility for this attack thus far.
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May - 5 
Reports said two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter near Bhairab reserve forest in the Bongaigaon district of Assam on May 5. Two pistols and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from t
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Reports said two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter near Bhairab reserve forest in the Bongaigaon district of Assam on May 5. Two pistols and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 5 
Security forces defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), planted by terrorists, on the main road at Beoli on the outskirts of Doda town. Two suspects have reportedly been arrested in connection with planting of the IED, said official sources.
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Security forces defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), planted by terrorists, on the main road at Beoli on the outskirts of Doda town. Two suspects have reportedly been arrested in connection with planting of the IED, said official sources.
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May - 5 
Security forces killed two unidentified terrorists at village Chowkian Mehra in the Kot Darha area of Rajouri district. However, another terrorist managed to escape during the encounter. Two AK rifles and a wireless set were recovered from the slain
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Security forces killed two unidentified terrorists at village Chowkian Mehra in the Kot Darha area of Rajouri district. However, another terrorist managed to escape during the encounter. Two AK rifles and a wireless set were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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May - 5 
The bandh (shutdown) called by the PWG on May 5, has had no effect in the State. Media reports said Government offices, banks and private institutions functioned normally.
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The bandh (shutdown) called by the PWG on May 5, has had no effect in the State. Media reports said Government offices, banks and private institutions functioned normally.
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May - 5 
The police in Kolkata, West Bengal’s capital, said four unnamed tea companies headquartered there and operating in Assam might be charged with indulging in "anti-national activities" as police suspect them of having funded the National Democratic Fro
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The police in Kolkata, West Bengal’s capital, said four unnamed tea companies headquartered there and operating in Assam might be charged with indulging in "anti-national activities" as police suspect them of having funded the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists for the last seven to eight years. Soumen Mitra, a senior police official said in Kolkata on May 5, "We are collecting evidence against these tea firms and we shall take penal and legal action against them very soon." He further said, "In fact, we are not even inclined to believe that this is a case of extortion. We believe that this is a case of funding the Bodo militants since none of the four tea companies has come forward to lodge a complaint saying that they are victims of an extortion racket. We shall deal with these companies accordingly and let me also add, very sternly."
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May - 5 
Three terrorist groups – the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) and Al Badr Mujahideen - have called for a general strike in the Kashmir Valley on May 9 in protest against the United States decision to designate the three organisations as
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Three terrorist groups – the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) and Al Badr Mujahideen - have called for a general strike in the Kashmir Valley on May 9 in protest against the United States decision to designate the three organisations as terrorist groups. Jameel Ahmad, a JuM spokesperson, said the call for strike was given at a joint meeting of the ‘commanders’ of the three outfits in Srinagar on May 5. "Hizb, Jamiat and Al Bader are carrying out the struggle for freedom from India and attacking the security installations. The American conspiracy is aimed at weakening the movement", he said. In a separate statement, JuM ‘chief operational commander’ General Malik Tahir Nawaz has asked the Pakistan government not to "betray the people of Kashmir and sacrifices of one lakh people."
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May - 5 
Unidentified terrorists killed two members of a family at Bhumka-Maligaon in Kokrajhar district on the same day.
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Unidentified terrorists killed two members of a family at Bhumka-Maligaon in Kokrajhar district on the same day.
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May - 5 
The Royal Nepal Army through its fortnightly television programme has warned the Maoists that they would have to pay a ‘heavy price’ if they withdrew from the peace talks this time. The programme mentioned that thousands of Nepalese citizens had to b
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The Royal Nepal Army through its fortnightly television programme has warned the Maoists that they would have to pay a ‘heavy price’ if they withdrew from the peace talks this time. The programme mentioned that thousands of Nepalese citizens had to bear a huge loss due to the violence perpetrated by the Maoists in the past years. It also referred to the Maoists’ workers at the grassroots level saying that as the Maoist party was being run for the vested interests of a few individuals, the cadres would no longer involve themselves in anti-national activities.
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May - 5 
The second round of peace talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents will be held in two weeks again in Kathmandu. Government talks spokesperson and Minister for Physical Planning Narayan Singh Pun stated this on Nepal Television on May 5. Th
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The second round of peace talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents will be held in two weeks again in Kathmandu. Government talks spokesperson and Minister for Physical Planning Narayan Singh Pun stated this on Nepal Television on May 5. The first round was held on April 27.
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May - 5 
US Ambassador Michael Malinowski, in an interview to Nepal Television on May 5, said the US government is ready to withdraw a terrorist label tagged on Maoists on April 30. He said, "We have just put the Maoists on the watch list of 38 secondary type
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US Ambassador Michael Malinowski, in an interview to Nepal Television on May 5, said the US government is ready to withdraw a terrorist label tagged on Maoists on April 30. He said, "We have just put the Maoists on the watch list of 38 secondary type of terrorist organizations and we really wish that the Maoist will have their name out from the list as soon as possible… It depends on them and their future action will determine where their place shall be". Malinowski further said that the Maoists could get off the "secondary list" if they terminated violence, extortion and child abuse
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May - 5 
A member of a religious group known as Hizbut Tauhid (HT) was killed and 25 others, including some Tauhid members, were injured on May 5 in a clash between the HT and villagers at Bhurghata, Gournadi subdivision, Barisal district. According to police
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A member of a religious group known as Hizbut Tauhid (HT) was killed and 25 others, including some Tauhid members, were injured on May 5 in a clash between the HT and villagers at Bhurghata, Gournadi subdivision, Barisal district. According to police sources, HT members were distributing leaflets at a local bus stand and the clash occurred when they attacked and injured a villager who had refused to accept the leaflet. A Tauhid member later succumbed to injuries sustained in the retaliatory attack by the villagers.
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May - 5 
According to media reports, five activists of the proscribed Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) were arrested from Gobrachaka, Khulna city on May 5 for their alleged involvement in the killing of a police personnel and looting of arms.
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According to media reports, five activists of the proscribed Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) were arrested from Gobrachaka, Khulna city on May 5 for their alleged involvement in the killing of a police personnel and looting of arms.
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May - 5 
Media reports on May 6 have indicated that cadres of the outlawed left-wing extremist parties, including Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), Biplobi Communist Party (BCP) and Sramjibi Mukti Andolon, among others, are indulging in anti social activi
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Media reports on May 6 have indicated that cadres of the outlawed left-wing extremist parties, including Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), Biplobi Communist Party (BCP) and Sramjibi Mukti Andolon, among others, are indulging in anti social activities in the Rajbari area. The extremists indulge in abduction, extortion, violence against women and killings and create law and order problem for the authorities, the reports added.
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May - 5 
Reports said, the Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister Vidar Helgesen met with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) Chief Negotiator Anton Balasingham on his arrival at the Katunayake International Airport in Colombo on May 5 and discussed possibilit
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Reports said, the Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister Vidar Helgesen met with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) Chief Negotiator Anton Balasingham on his arrival at the Katunayake International Airport in Colombo on May 5 and discussed possibilities of an early resumption of ‘suspended’ peace talks. Details of the talks were not available when reports last came in. Balasingham later left for Wanni to discuss Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe’s reply, sent to him in London on April 31, to his April 21-letter, in which he had declared temporary suspension of peace talks, with the LTTE leaders, including LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran. The reports indicated that the Norwegian delegation comprising special envoy Erik Solheim and former Ambassador Jon Westborg is also scheduled to meet the LTTE leaders in Kilinochchi on May 8.
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May - 5 
The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) said if the LTTE were found responsible for the killings of Tamil opponents during the past year, it would be termed as a violation of the cease-fire Agreement, signed on February 23, 2002. The SLMM spokesperso
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The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) said if the LTTE were found responsible for the killings of Tamil opponents during the past year, it would be termed as a violation of the cease-fire Agreement, signed on February 23, 2002. The SLMM spokesperson Teitur Torkelsson reportedly said that they had received many complaints on such killings and an investigation into the complaints was being initiated. Reports also said that suspected LTTE cadres had killed a Tamil political activist on May 3, at an unnamed place.
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May - 6 
20 persons were killed by terrorists in Tripura in separate incidents on May 6. Suspected All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists attacked Sidhai village of West Tripura district and killed 18 civilians on the spot and injured six others. The terro
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20 persons were killed by terrorists in Tripura in separate incidents on May 6. Suspected All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists attacked Sidhai village of West Tripura district and killed 18 civilians on the spot and injured six others. The terrorists later escaped from the incident site.
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May - 6 
A ‘district commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) was killed during an encounter at village Marha in the Hill Kaka area of Poonch district. One AK-56 rifle, four magazines, 106 rounds, a wireless set and two hand grenades were recovered
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A ‘district commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) was killed during an encounter at village Marha in the Hill Kaka area of Poonch district. One AK-56 rifle, four magazines, 106 rounds, a wireless set and two hand grenades were recovered from him. At Sukh Sarai in the Shopian area of Pulwama district, one more HuJI terrorist was killed in an encounter. Separately, SF personnel in an operation at Dara Sangla in the Surankote area of Poonch district killed two more terrorists. Two AK rifles, one wireless set, one pistol with one magazine, four hand grenades, three diaries and some code sheets were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 6 
A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested in Vijaygarh area of Lucknow in the State of Uttar Pradesh on May 6. Police sources said the arrested Naxalite was wanted in connection with several criminal cases, incl
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A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested in Vijaygarh area of Lucknow in the State of Uttar Pradesh on May 6. Police sources said the arrested Naxalite was wanted in connection with several criminal cases, including killings and landmine blasts.
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May - 6 
According to media reports, terrorists affiliated to the proscribed People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) attacked a Border Security Force (BSF) camp at INA complex in Moirang, Bishnupur district, Manipur on May 6 using sophisticated we
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According to media reports, terrorists affiliated to the proscribed People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) attacked a Border Security Force (BSF) camp at INA complex in Moirang, Bishnupur district, Manipur on May 6 using sophisticated weapons and explosives. Meanwhile, outfit’s unnamed spokesperson in a message to the local media reportedly claimed that the attack was conducted by the Red Army— PREPAK’s armed wing, and that two BSF personnel were killed and three others injured in the attack.
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May - 6 
According to official sources, an Army Major was killed in an ambush laid by unidentified terrorists at Kamran Gali in the Nadian area of Rajouri district on May 6. He was reportedly leading an army patrol party following information about the moveme
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According to official sources, an Army Major was killed in an ambush laid by unidentified terrorists at Kamran Gali in the Nadian area of Rajouri district on May 6. He was reportedly leading an army patrol party following information about the movement of some terrorists in the area. Even as security forces (SFs) retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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May - 6 May - 7
According to reports, 31 persons were killed in Tripura on May 6 and 7 in separate terrorist attacks. Earlier reports had indicated that National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists together killed 20 pers
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According to reports, 31 persons were killed in Tripura on May 6 and 7 in separate terrorist attacks. Earlier reports had indicated that National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists together killed 20 persons. NLFT terrorists attacked the busy Mohorchora market area on May 7-night, under Kalyanpur police station limits, West Tripura district and opened indiscriminate fire killing at least ten persons and injuring six more. The terrorists escaped after the attack. As reported earlier, ATTF terrorists killed 19 persons in West Tripura district on May 6 and the NLFT terrorists killed two more in North Tripura district, on the same day.
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May - 6 
Army chief General N C Vij left on a five-day visit to Bhutan on May 6 in the backdrop of Indian concerns about the existence of camps of terrorist groups operating in India’s Northeast. According to media reports, General Vij, during his visit, is l
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Army chief General N C Vij left on a five-day visit to Bhutan on May 6 in the backdrop of Indian concerns about the existence of camps of terrorist groups operating in India’s Northeast. According to media reports, General Vij, during his visit, is likely to hold consultations with the top brass of the Bhutanese Army on the measures to close down training camps of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO). Gen Vij will also visit Army formations in West Bengal and Sikkim to take stock of the continuing operations against terrorist hideouts on the Indian side of the border.
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May - 6 
In a separate incident, National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed two non-tribals at Kumarghat village, North Tripura district, on the same day.
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In a separate incident, National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed two non-tribals at Kumarghat village, North Tripura district, on the same day.
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May - 6 
In another incident, PWG Naxalites blasted the forest range officer’s office-cum-residence Sanipai in Veeraballe mandal (administrative unit).
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In another incident, PWG Naxalites blasted the forest range officer’s office-cum-residence Sanipai in Veeraballe mandal (administrative unit).
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May - 6 
In another incident, SFs killed two terrorists at Hardev Nagar in the Kishtwar area of Doda district. One of the slain militants has been identified as Ghulam Hussain Bhat alias Moulvi while his associate was believed to be a foreign mercenary. Bhat
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In another incident, SFs killed two terrorists at Hardev Nagar in the Kishtwar area of Doda district. One of the slain militants has been identified as Ghulam Hussain Bhat alias Moulvi while his associate was believed to be a foreign mercenary. Bhat was the lone surviving ‘commander-cum-coordinator’ of Muslim Janbaaz Force (MJF) in the Doda district. A Pakistan trained terrorist, he was reportedly operating in the district for the last eight years. One Pika gun, a pistol, a wireless set and some ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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May - 6 
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijay Singh on May 6, offered unconditional talks with the left-wing extremists—Naxalites in the State. He directed the Balaghat district administration, one of the worst Naxal-affected districts, to hold talks. Speak
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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijay Singh on May 6, offered unconditional talks with the left-wing extremists—Naxalites in the State. He directed the Balaghat district administration, one of the worst Naxal-affected districts, to hold talks. Speaking to media persons, he said fresh strategies and policy drafts could be prepared during the talks for the development of Naxal-infested areas. Balaghat Collector Sudhir Rajora said the process to hold talks would be initiated soon, adding that steps were being taken for the more effective implementation of government schemes in the Naxal-infested areas.
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May - 6 
Media reports have indicated that the police recovered documents and design layouts for rocket launchers and mortars from the Naxalites of the PWG. Media reports said the documents were seized from a PWG dump on the Andhra-Orissa border. Quoting offi
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Media reports have indicated that the police recovered documents and design layouts for rocket launchers and mortars from the Naxalites of the PWG. Media reports said the documents were seized from a PWG dump on the Andhra-Orissa border. Quoting official sources, reports said the PWG has been working on the designs of the anti-tank Rocket Launcher M-1 of the US and the RPG-7 of Russian origin.
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May - 6 
Reports from south Kashmir have indicated that one civilian was killed and 30 others, including several women and children, were injured as an unidentified terrorist threw a hand grenade in the direction of a Police vehicle at the crowded bus-stand a
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Reports from south Kashmir have indicated that one civilian was killed and 30 others, including several women and children, were injured as an unidentified terrorist threw a hand grenade in the direction of a Police vehicle at the crowded bus-stand at Pulwama. Reports from south Kashmir added that unidentified terrorists abducted a commercial photographer, namely Nazir Ahmed Biloo, from his residence in Tral, Pulwama district, and later killed him.
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May - 6 
Reports have said that the North East Study Group (NESG), constituted by the Union Home Ministry, has suggested a changed approach in the pattern of development funding in the North East as there exists a nexus among politicians, bureaucrats and terr
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Reports have said that the North East Study Group (NESG), constituted by the Union Home Ministry, has suggested a changed approach in the pattern of development funding in the North East as there exists a nexus among politicians, bureaucrats and terrorist outfits operating in the region. Krishan Saigal, a member the group while speaking in Shillong on May 6 said, "Insurgency is nowadays a matter of living or business. There is very little ideology in it... If a politician gets more money, militants will also get more. They are together." However, he gave no details.
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May - 6 
Reports said on May 6, police at Khatkhoti in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district recovered a huge quantity of explosives from a vehicle in which a personal assistant (PA) of Nagaland Transport Minister N Yeangphong and the PA’s three associates were trav
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Reports said on May 6, police at Khatkhoti in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district recovered a huge quantity of explosives from a vehicle in which a personal assistant (PA) of Nagaland Transport Minister N Yeangphong and the PA’s three associates were traveling. Unconfirmed reports said that the three associates of the Minister’s PA could be cadres of an unidentified faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN). The police later arrested them on charges of possession of explosives. The explosives seized included 300 geleatin sticks, 40 detonators and three flexible wire extension, among other things.
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May - 6 May - 7
Reports said, a delegation of the Members of Parliament (MPs) from the North East region under the banner of the North East MPs’ Forum called on the Deputy Prime Minister LK Advani on May 8 and urged him to initiate measures to further strengthen sec
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Reports said, a delegation of the Members of Parliament (MPs) from the North East region under the banner of the North East MPs’ Forum called on the Deputy Prime Minister LK Advani on May 8 and urged him to initiate measures to further strengthen security in the region and curb the increasing terrorist activity. They also mentioned the incidents of May 6 and 7 when National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists killed 31 persons in Tripura to underline this point. The delegation also pointed out the necessity of restraining the outfits operating from their base camps located in Bhutan and Bangladesh.
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May - 6 
Security forces destroyed a terrorist hideout at Bolana Top in the Banihal area of Doda district. Recoveries made from the hideout included 216 AK rounds, one Improvised Explosive Device, two remote control devices, and 10 kg explosives. However, the
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Security forces destroyed a terrorist hideout at Bolana Top in the Banihal area of Doda district. Recoveries made from the hideout included 216 AK rounds, one Improvised Explosive Device, two remote control devices, and 10 kg explosives. However, the terrorists were not present in the hideout during the raid. From another hideout at Lamjote forests in Mendhar, SFs recovered three AK magazines, four grenades, 147 AK rounds and 14 pistol rounds.
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May - 6 
security forces killed three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’, during an encounter at village Jalla Silligam in the Neel area of Doda district on May 6. Three AK rifles along with an unspecified quantity of
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security forces killed three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’, during an encounter at village Jalla Silligam in the Neel area of Doda district on May 6. Three AK rifles along with an unspecified quantity of ammunition and explosives were recovered from the incident site. According to official sources, the Paploo group of HM provided information regarding the presence of these terrorists. The Paploo group reportedly wanted to avenge the killings of their cadres a few days back in the Neel area as they suspected that a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) source had tipped off the army on the HM hideout. "Over past few days, an intense fighting has been going on between the two outfits with both groups leaking specific information to army on the presence of the other group’s cadre especially in Doda district", an unnamed official was quoted as saying in a media report.
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May - 6 
SF personnel killed two terrorists at Qasblari in the Mendhar area of Poonch district. Separately, two more terrorists were killed at Handar Narh in the Surankote area of the same district. Four AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from the t
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SF personnel killed two terrorists at Qasblari in the Mendhar area of Poonch district. Separately, two more terrorists were killed at Handar Narh in the Surankote area of the same district. Four AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from the two incident sites.
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May - 6 
Speaking to media persons, Inspector General of Police Bastar region, SK Paswan, said the police have recovered the posters and necessary steps were being taken to provide proper security during the visit.
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Speaking to media persons, Inspector General of Police Bastar region, SK Paswan, said the police have recovered the posters and necessary steps were being taken to provide proper security during the visit.
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May - 6 
The Union Cabinet on May 6 decided to amend, among others, the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution to incorporate necessary changes required for the passage of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Bill by the Parliament. The Government had agreed to
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The Union Cabinet on May 6 decided to amend, among others, the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution to incorporate necessary changes required for the passage of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Bill by the Parliament. The Government had agreed to for the creation of the Council with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), on February 10.
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May - 6 
Unidentified assailants attacked the ancestral house of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Baruah at Jeraigaon, Chabua police station limits in Assam’s Dibrugarh district on May 6. The assailants escaped even as guards
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Unidentified assailants attacked the ancestral house of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Baruah at Jeraigaon, Chabua police station limits in Assam’s Dibrugarh district on May 6. The assailants escaped even as guards on duty returned fire. None were injured in the attack. Paresh Baruah’s mother Miliki Barua was alone in the house when the incident occurred, the reports added.
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May - 6 
Unidentified terrorists set ablaze eight houses in the Marha village of Hill Kaka area in Poonch. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported from in this incident. Terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Indian Reserve Police (IRP) at Shah
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Unidentified terrorists set ablaze eight houses in the Marha village of Hill Kaka area in Poonch. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported from in this incident. Terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Indian Reserve Police (IRP) at Shahdara Sharief in Rajouri district. After retaliatory firing the terrorists escaped from the incident site and no casualties were reported on either side.
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May - 6 
A minor bomb explosion was reported outside a Christian hospital near Peshawar on May 6. However, there were no casualties in the explosion. Reports have indicated that primarily Western nationals staff the hospital located at Tank, approximately 400
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A minor bomb explosion was reported outside a Christian hospital near Peshawar on May 6. However, there were no casualties in the explosion. Reports have indicated that primarily Western nationals staff the hospital located at Tank, approximately 400 kilometers south of Peshawar.
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May - 6 
Prime Minister Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali on May 6 announced the restoration of diplomatic ties with India. He said, "In addition to the exchange of two high commissioners, we also propose restoration of full strengths of the missions of the two coun
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Prime Minister Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali on May 6 announced the restoration of diplomatic ties with India. He said, "In addition to the exchange of two high commissioners, we also propose restoration of full strengths of the missions of the two countries in their respective capitals." Announcing this at a press conference in Islamabad, Jamali added that air, bus and train links and sporting ties with India would also be revived. The Premier said his government had also decided to release detained Indian fishermen.
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May - 6 
Chief Maoist Negotiator Baburam Bhatatrai said on May 6, "Right now, the sudden spurt in interest by foreign powers has raised suspicions that the agenda for the talks is being hijacked by foreign capitals." A report indicated that Bhatatrai was prob
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Chief Maoist Negotiator Baburam Bhatatrai said on May 6, "Right now, the sudden spurt in interest by foreign powers has raised suspicions that the agenda for the talks is being hijacked by foreign capitals." A report indicated that Bhatatrai was probably reacting to the inclusion of Maoist insurgents in the list of "other terrorist groups" by the US on April 30.
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May - 6 
Other reports have said that General Secretary of the Communist Party of Nepal (United Marxist-Leninist) Madhav Kumar Nepal has alleged that the Government and the Maoists both are piling up weapons to go back to war again even though they appear to
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Other reports have said that General Secretary of the Communist Party of Nepal (United Marxist-Leninist) Madhav Kumar Nepal has alleged that the Government and the Maoists both are piling up weapons to go back to war again even though they appear to ‘clinch a permanent peace deal’. He said this while addressing a district convention of the party in Kailali, on May 6.
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May - 6 
Reports have indicated that the second round of peace talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents would be held in Kathmandu on May 9. The decision was taken at a meeting of the ‘homework team’ of the two sides that met for the first time on M
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Reports have indicated that the second round of peace talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents would be held in Kathmandu on May 9. The decision was taken at a meeting of the ‘homework team’ of the two sides that met for the first time on May 6.
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May - 6 
Army chief General N C Vij left on a five-day visit to Bhutan on May 6 in the backdrop of Indian concerns about the existence of camps of terrorist groups operating in India’s Northeast. According to media reports, General Vij, during his visit, is l
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Army chief General N C Vij left on a five-day visit to Bhutan on May 6 in the backdrop of Indian concerns about the existence of camps of terrorist groups operating in India’s Northeast. According to media reports, General Vij, during his visit, is likely to hold consultations with the top brass of the Bhutanese Army on the measures to close down training camps of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO). Gen Vij will also visit Army formations in West Bengal and Sikkim to take stock of the continuing operations against terrorist hideouts on the Indian side of the border.
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May - 6 
According to delayed reports, police arrested an alleged mastermind of the attack on Randhunibari police camp and his associate from Jamuna Char Fulbari in Sirajganj on May 6. Four police personnel of the camp were killed in the attack in Belkuchi su
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According to delayed reports, police arrested an alleged mastermind of the attack on Randhunibari police camp and his associate from Jamuna Char Fulbari in Sirajganj on May 6. Four police personnel of the camp were killed in the attack in Belkuchi subdivision on September 16, 2002.
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May - 6 
According to reports left wing extremists allegedly affiliated to the Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) killed Mohammad Akhter Khan, a senior leader of Rupsha subdivision unit of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on May 6.
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According to reports left wing extremists allegedly affiliated to the Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) killed Mohammad Akhter Khan, a senior leader of Rupsha subdivision unit of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on May 6.
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May - 6 
Five PBCP cadres were arrested from Gobarchaka in Khulna city, on May 6 for their alleged involvement in terrorist activities.
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Five PBCP cadres were arrested from Gobarchaka in Khulna city, on May 6 for their alleged involvement in terrorist activities.
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May - 6 
Khulna Metropolitan Police (KMP) and district police after a meeting at the KMP headquarters on May 6 has decided to launch a drive soon to arrest 26 listed outlaws suspected to be responsible for creating law and order problem in the southwestern zo
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Khulna Metropolitan Police (KMP) and district police after a meeting at the KMP headquarters on May 6 has decided to launch a drive soon to arrest 26 listed outlaws suspected to be responsible for creating law and order problem in the southwestern zone of the country.
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May - 6 
Police recovered two Chinese rifles and a shotgun, looted from three constables at Uttara area on May 6, from a village under the Tongi police station-limits, Gazipur district. Police said several members of Barisal-based outlawed Sarbahara Party wer
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Police recovered two Chinese rifles and a shotgun, looted from three constables at Uttara area on May 6, from a village under the Tongi police station-limits, Gazipur district. Police said several members of Barisal-based outlawed Sarbahara Party were involved in the incident. Also investigation into the incident revealed that different outlawed political parties active in various parts of the country generally receive the supply of necessary arms and ammunition from the police.
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May - 6 
LTTE spokesman Daya Master said on May 6, "We will be able to say something about the resumption of peace talks following Yasushi Akashi's meeting with our leadership tomorrow in the Vanni." The LTTE is expected to decide on the resumption of the pea
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LTTE spokesman Daya Master said on May 6, "We will be able to say something about the resumption of peace talks following Yasushi Akashi's meeting with our leadership tomorrow in the Vanni." The LTTE is expected to decide on the resumption of the peace talks and their participation at the Tokyo donor conference following a meeting with the Japanese special envoy Yasushi Akashi on May 7, today in Vanni.
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May - 6 
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on May 6 expressed hope that the peace process with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) would re-commence as early as possible, with the effective help of the international community. He further said that l
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Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on May 6 expressed hope that the peace process with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) would re-commence as early as possible, with the effective help of the international community. He further said that leaders of various political parties would be kept informed of the developments in this regard. While making a special statement in the Parliament on the current position of the Peace process he said, "Our aim at this time is to keep the process going and continue to be on the alert". He further said, "But we might even say that we have progressed faster than we envisaged at the time we set out on this journey taking up issues not contemplated in February 2002." He added, "There was, moreover explicit agreement relating to a political resolution of the ethnic conflict by means of power sharing based on a federal structure within a United Sri Lanka." LTTE had announced a temporary suspension of peace talks on April 21.
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May - 7 
A low explosive crude device was recovered from atop a cycle carrier in Dongri area of Central Mumbai on May 7. The explosive, placed in steel pipes measuring over 16 inches long and over three inches in breadth, was found concealed in a jute sack pl
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A low explosive crude device was recovered from atop a cycle carrier in Dongri area of Central Mumbai on May 7. The explosive, placed in steel pipes measuring over 16 inches long and over three inches in breadth, was found concealed in a jute sack placed on a cycle
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May - 7 
A report has indicated that the BLT secretary general Derhasat Basumatary while speaking in Kokrajhar district, on the same day, expressed anguish over the delay in the creation of the BTC.
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A report has indicated that the BLT secretary general Derhasat Basumatary while speaking in Kokrajhar district, on the same day, expressed anguish over the delay in the creation of the BTC.
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May - 7 
According to media reports, on May 7, police arrested two suspected terrorists allegedly affiliated to the Meghalaya-based Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) onboard a State-run public Transport Corporation (ASTC) bus at Boxirhat, under Golakgan
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According to media reports, on May 7, police arrested two suspected terrorists allegedly affiliated to the Meghalaya-based Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) onboard a State-run public Transport Corporation (ASTC) bus at Boxirhat, under Golakganj police post limits, in Dhubri district, Assam. Police also recovered two AK-47 rifles and 21 rounds of ammunition from them.
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May - 7 
According to media reports, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has convened a confidential meeting of left-wing extremist—Naxalite-hit States in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh on May 10, in New Delhi. Central to the agenda of the meeting is the need to evolv
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According to media reports, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has convened a confidential meeting of left-wing extremist—Naxalite-hit States in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh on May 10, in New Delhi. Central to the agenda of the meeting is the need to evolve an integrated anti-Naxal policy to be adopted by the States hit by Naxal violence. Reports said the MHA is likely to introduce an integrated system of communication and scientific policing to be shared among Naxal-hit States.
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May - 7 
According to Union Minister of State for Home, Harin Pathak, approximately 1,400 terrorists affiliated to various outfits are waiting in camps located in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) to cross over into India. "As per available inputs 1,200 to 1,40
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According to Union Minister of State for Home, Harin Pathak, approximately 1,400 terrorists affiliated to various outfits are waiting in camps located in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) to cross over into India. "As per available inputs 1,200 to 1,400 terrorists of various outfits are waiting at launching camps in Pakistan/PoK ready to be infiltrated into India," Pathak said in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament) on May 7. Further, the Minister stated, out of 370 terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir during the current year, 103 were foreign mercenaries. During 2002, 508 foreign terrorists were killed, out of which, 447 were Pakistani/PoK nationals and the remaining were reported from other countries, he said. Pathak also said that in 2003, till end of March, 86 foreign terrorists were killed in various encounters, out of whom, 83 were Pak/PoK nationals. The Minister said in addition to diplomatic initiatives at various levels, Government has taken a series of steps to contain cross border terrorism perpetrated by the pro-Pakistan terrorist outfits and the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan which includes strengthening of border management, proactive action against terrorists and gearing up intelligence machinery.
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May - 7 
At Hari Warnun in the Khansahib-Beerwah belt of upper Budgam district, SF personnel killed one Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist during an encounter at a hideout. However, four of his associates managed to escape from the incident site.
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At Hari Warnun in the Khansahib-Beerwah belt of upper Budgam district, SF personnel killed one Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist during an encounter at a hideout. However, four of his associates managed to escape from the incident site.
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May - 7 
In another incident, a convoy of SF personnel was ambushed by a group of Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorists at Satrena in the Baramulla district. In the ensuing encounter, two foreign mercenaries and two SF personnel were killed while six SF personnel sustai
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In another incident, a convoy of SF personnel was ambushed by a group of Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorists at Satrena in the Baramulla district. In the ensuing encounter, two foreign mercenaries and two SF personnel were killed while six SF personnel sustained injuries. In another terrorist ambush, one SF personnel was killed in the Wudar forest area of Kupwara district.
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May - 7 
In another incident, police arrested two Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Jamakala Gutta near Dinnevaddu Palli, Cuddapah district, on May 7. Police sources said the arrested Naxalites were involved in blasting a rice mill and a cinema the
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In another incident, police arrested two Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Jamakala Gutta near Dinnevaddu Palli, Cuddapah district, on May 7. Police sources said the arrested Naxalites were involved in blasting a rice mill and a cinema theatre in T Sundupalli in the same district and a telephone exchange in the Chittoor district.
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May - 7 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed two persons at Pamidipadu, Guntur district on May 7 on suspicion that they were police informers. Media reports said approximately 10 armed Naxalites attacked the house of M Laxmai
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed two persons at Pamidipadu, Guntur district on May 7 on suspicion that they were police informers. Media reports said approximately 10 armed Naxalites attacked the house of M Laxmaiah and K Kotireddy and took them away to a nearby forest in the wee hours. The villagers, who heard gunshots, later found their bullet-ridden bodies.
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May - 7 
Other reports have indicated that BLT cadres entered the Karbi Anglong district to counter United People’s Democratic Solidarity’s (UPDS’s) opposition of the proposed Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for the Bodos under the new Bodo Agreement.
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Other reports have indicated that BLT cadres entered the Karbi Anglong district to counter United People’s Democratic Solidarity’s (UPDS’s) opposition of the proposed Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for the Bodos under the new Bodo Agreement.
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May - 7 
Police arrested two NDFB terrorists on an unspecified date from a place under Biswanath Chariali police station limits in Sonitpur district.
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Police arrested two NDFB terrorists on an unspecified date from a place under Biswanath Chariali police station limits in Sonitpur district.
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May - 7 
Police in Gauripur, Dhubri district arrested two arms dealers linked to an unidentified terrorist outfit at Chagolia on May 7 and recovered, among other things, two AK-47 rifles, 9 live cartridges and 12 blank cartridges from their possession.
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Police in Gauripur, Dhubri district arrested two arms dealers linked to an unidentified terrorist outfit at Chagolia on May 7 and recovered, among other things, two AK-47 rifles, 9 live cartridges and 12 blank cartridges from their possession.
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May - 7 
Police suspect that the Naxalites might have acquired the foreign arms through Maoists insurgents in Nepal and terrorist groups operating in India’s Northeast.
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Police suspect that the Naxalites might have acquired the foreign arms through Maoists insurgents in Nepal and terrorist groups operating in India’s Northeast.
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May - 7 
Reports said, suspected Hmar terrorists killed two cadres of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) at Redzol, near Halflong, Assam’s North Cachar Hills district on May 7.
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Reports said, suspected Hmar terrorists killed two cadres of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) at Redzol, near Halflong, Assam’s North Cachar Hills district on May 7.
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May - 7 
Speaking at a function in Thanamandi, Rajouri district on May 7, General Officer Commandng (GoC) of 16 Corps Lt Gen T P S Brar said six Territorial Army battalions would be raised in Jammu and Kashmir to deal with cross-border terrorism in the State.
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Speaking at a function in Thanamandi, Rajouri district on May 7, General Officer Commandng (GoC) of 16 Corps Lt Gen T P S Brar said six Territorial Army battalions would be raised in Jammu and Kashmir to deal with cross-border terrorism in the State. He said besides fencing the Line of Control (LoC), "we are raising six Territorial Army battalions, four of them in Jammu and two in Kashmir, not only to deal with cross-border terrorism but also to provide jobs to unemployed youth". Approximately 70 per cent of the terrorists operating in the State were foreigners, mostly from Pakistan and Afghanistan, he also said. According to him, the number of terrorists operating in Jammu region is between 1300-1400 and rise or fall in their numbers depended on the pressure from troops in Kashmir and Jammu hills.
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May - 7 
The government has not yet received any ‘positive response’ from Pakistan on the list of 20 terrorists and criminals wanted by India. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament), Minister of State for Home I D Swami said, "On the l
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The government has not yet received any ‘positive response’ from Pakistan on the list of 20 terrorists and criminals wanted by India. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament), Minister of State for Home I D Swami said, "On the list of 20 criminals sent to Pakistan, we have not yet got any positive response. He said while deportation of criminals and terrorists has taken place from the the United Arab Emirates (UAE), "India has not been able to get any criminal deported or extradited from Pakistan so far". Swami said Red Corner Notices have been sent by the Interpol Wing of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against 234 wanted criminals and seven countries including the US, Germany, Portugal, UAE, UK and France responded in 2002 and 2003. Extradition requests for 16 criminals and terrorists were under various stages of processing.
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May - 7 
The Government on May 7 said that any movement on the steps proposed by Pakistan Prime Minister Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali would require evidence of Pakistan taking steps against cross-border terrorism. In a statement, Ministry of External Affairs sa
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The Government on May 7 said that any movement on the steps proposed by Pakistan Prime Minister Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali would require evidence of Pakistan taking steps against cross-border terrorism. In a statement, Ministry of External Affairs said that India had sought agreement for the appointment of the new Indian High Commissioner to Islamabad, but that Pakistan would need to take "several specific steps" to move the entire process "meaningfully forward". As far as the possible resumption of dialogue was concerned, the spokesperson said, "We remain committed to resolve all issues between India and Pakistan bilaterally, as provided for in the Simla Agreement and the Lahore declaration."
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May - 7 
The two arrested National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists confessed before the police on May 7 in Guwahati that a Kolkata-based tea company McNeil and Magor had paid them "donation". NDFB ‘spokesman’ Sunil Brahma and his associate Indr
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The two arrested National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists confessed before the police on May 7 in Guwahati that a Kolkata-based tea company McNeil and Magor had paid them "donation". NDFB ‘spokesman’ Sunil Brahma and his associate Indramohan Basumatary alias David Warris were arrested in from a hotel in Kolkata on April 30 and a team of Assam police brought them to Guwahati subsequently on May 7. This is the second time that a tea company’s name has been mentioned in connection with payment of ‘protection money’ to terrorists in Assam. Earlier, in 1997, Assam police had accused Tata Tea of paying donation to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
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May - 7 
Three security force (SF) personnel, including an Army Captain, and five terrorists were killed during an encounter at the Yusmarg foothills of Pir Panjal mountain range on May 7. According to official sources, SFs conducted an operation on the basis
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Three security force (SF) personnel, including an Army Captain, and five terrorists were killed during an encounter at the Yusmarg foothills of Pir Panjal mountain range on May 7. According to official sources, SFs conducted an operation on the basis of intelligence inputs from Poonch area in the Yusmarg foothills in Shopian-Chrar-e-Sharif belt of south Kashmir. According to the inputs, a large group of infiltrators were on their way to Budgam and Pulwama districts when they were intercepted at Chor Gali and Gagaryan. The encounter was continuing till last reports came in as eight to ten members of the infiltrating group had managed to escape. The slain terrorists are suspected to be Pakistani cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group.
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May - 7 
Two Pakistani cadres of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), including a ‘district commander’, were killed during an encounter at Chhampora village in the Vilgam forest area of Kupwara district.
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Two Pakistani cadres of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), including a ‘district commander’, were killed during an encounter at Chhampora village in the Vilgam forest area of Kupwara district.
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May - 7 
Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, chief of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT, now known as Jamaat-ud-Dawa), has said that the recent talks offer from India to solve the Kashmir issue is to complete the US agenda in the region. In an interview to The Nation on May 7, he said,
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Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, chief of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT, now known as Jamaat-ud-Dawa), has said that the recent talks offer from India to solve the Kashmir issue is to complete the US agenda in the region. In an interview to The Nation on May 7, he said, "America wants to get control of some peaks in Kashmir to monitor the area and to put pressure in the region. She wants to get solved this long-standing issue between Pakistan and India as per her own wishes and for her own interests. Our rulers should be very vigilant and avert another debacle after Dhaka." He also said the Mujahideen were "not bound to leave the Jihad on Kasuri’s [Pakistani Foreign Minister] request." While indicating, "Jihad is the only solution to resolve the long standing Kashmir issue", he added that summer is the "season of Jihad" as Mujahideen launch ‘vigorous attacks’ during this season.
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May - 7 
Police arrested three suspected terrorists during a raid near the capital territory of Islamabad on May 7 and seized an unspecified number of mini rockets and launchers.
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Police arrested three suspected terrorists during a raid near the capital territory of Islamabad on May 7 and seized an unspecified number of mini rockets and launchers.
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May - 7 
Police in Rawalpindi arrested three persons at Tarnol and seized a cache of arms and ammunition, including five rocket launcher shells and bullets, from their possession.
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Police in Rawalpindi arrested three persons at Tarnol and seized a cache of arms and ammunition, including five rocket launcher shells and bullets, from their possession.
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May - 7 
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) informed on May 7 that it has frozen the accounts of a Kuwaiti aid organisation over suspected links to the Al Qaeda network. "The accounts of Lajnah al-Dawah al-Islamia were frozen in line with a request made by the
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The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) informed on May 7 that it has frozen the accounts of a Kuwaiti aid organisation over suspected links to the Al Qaeda network. "The accounts of Lajnah al-Dawah al-Islamia were frozen in line with a request made by the United Nations in March," a SBP spokesperson was quoted as saying in a media report. However, he refused to provide details about the number of accounts operated by the charity or the amount of money they held. The charity reportedly operates hospitals and Islamic schools in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
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May - 7 
A report on May 7 has indicated that Kathmandu based embassies have jointly decided not to meet Maoists at ambassadorial level, when the peace talks were on.
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A report on May 7 has indicated that Kathmandu based embassies have jointly decided not to meet Maoists at ambassadorial level, when the peace talks were on.
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May - 7 
A report on May 8 indicated that the Government would present its agenda during the second round of peace talks on May 10. Second round of peace talks with Maoist insurgents are scheduled to begin on May 9. Maoists had presented their agenda in the f
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A report on May 8 indicated that the Government would present its agenda during the second round of peace talks on May 10. Second round of peace talks with Maoist insurgents are scheduled to begin on May 9. Maoists had presented their agenda in the first round of talks on April 27.
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May - 7 
Another report on May 7 has said that the Home Ministry has directed all District Administrative Offices (DAO) to send details of the cases registered against the Maoist insurgents. According to an unnamed Home Ministry official, there were 435 pendi
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Another report on May 7 has said that the Home Ministry has directed all District Administrative Offices (DAO) to send details of the cases registered against the Maoist insurgents. According to an unnamed Home Ministry official, there were 435 pending cases in 54 district courts and the cabinet had not yet decided on their status. However, the Maoist leader Krishna Bahadur Mahara has demanded the immediate withdrawal of charges against the insurgents.
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May - 7 
The three journalists who were abducted by the Maoist insurgents on May 4 at Mehalamudi escaped from their captivity and reached Kalikot on May 7.
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The three journalists who were abducted by the Maoist insurgents on May 4 at Mehalamudi escaped from their captivity and reached Kalikot on May 7.
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May - 7 
According to media reports, a Bangladesh-born British citizen, Abu Bakkar was arrested on May 7 at Zia International Airport, Dhaka by the Customs Intelligence officials with 70 rounds of bullet and a bulletproof jacket. He was later handed over to t
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According to media reports, a Bangladesh-born British citizen, Abu Bakkar was arrested on May 7 at Zia International Airport, Dhaka by the Customs Intelligence officials with 70 rounds of bullet and a bulletproof jacket. He was later handed over to the personnel at the Biman Bandar police station and a case was also registered against him. National Security Intelligence (NSI) officials suspect him to be a member of an organised international arms traffickers gang and his involvement in terrorist activities in and outside the country is also suspected.
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May - 7 
According to police sources, the extremist group allegedly set on fire the Khalifa Bari mosque to avenge the killing of a HT activist who was beaten to death during a clash with the villagers at Bhurghata, on May 5.
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According to police sources, the extremist group allegedly set on fire the Khalifa Bari mosque to avenge the killing of a HT activist who was beaten to death during a clash with the villagers at Bhurghata, on May 5.
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May - 7 
Reports said, a group of the outlawed left-wing extremists affiliated to the New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP) abducted and later killed a cadre of its breakaway group, 'Jabbar Bahini' in an internecine clash at Shajiarha village in Dumuria subdivis
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Reports said, a group of the outlawed left-wing extremists affiliated to the New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP) abducted and later killed a cadre of its breakaway group, 'Jabbar Bahini' in an internecine clash at Shajiarha village in Dumuria subdivision, Khulna on May 7. The same group also later attacked his kin and assaulted him.
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May - 7 
The cadres of Islamist extremist Hizbut Tauhid (HT) set ablaze a mosque of their opponents on May 7 at Shakokati village, Gouranadi subdivision, under Barisal district.
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The cadres of Islamist extremist Hizbut Tauhid (HT) set ablaze a mosque of their opponents on May 7 at Shakokati village, Gouranadi subdivision, under Barisal district.
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May - 8 
A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested from his residence in Topadihi village, under the K Balang police station-limits, Sundergarh district on May 8. Speaking to media persons, the district police chief, YK
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A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested from his residence in Topadihi village, under the K Balang police station-limits, Sundergarh district on May 8. Speaking to media persons, the district police chief, YK Jethwa, said the arrested Naxalite, during confession, admitted to his involvement in setting ablaze the Forest Beat House at Jharbeda village near Karampada, looting of dress of the Railway Police Force (RPF) personnel from Rengda Railway Station and burning of wooden sleepers at Karampada railway station, besides the abduction of four executives of Steel Authority of India Limited from Kiriburu mines on April 28, 2003.
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May - 8 
A suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter in the Lumsung forest area in Assam’s Kokrajhar district, on May 8.
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A suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter in the Lumsung forest area in Assam’s Kokrajhar district, on May 8.
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May - 8 
According to delayed media reports a terrorist of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) was arrested from the Deulalnd area of Imphal, Manipur on May 8. A typewriter, some demand letters, receipt books and seals of NSCN-IM
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According to delayed media reports a terrorist of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) was arrested from the Deulalnd area of Imphal, Manipur on May 8. A typewriter, some demand letters, receipt books and seals of NSCN-IM reportedly recovered from the arrested terrorists.
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May - 8 
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Ajit Jogi has called for a dialogue with left-wing extremist—Naxalite—groups active in the State. Speaking to media persons after a day’s tour to the Naxalite-affected Dantewada district on May 8, he said, "Violence has no
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Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Ajit Jogi has called for a dialogue with left-wing extremist—Naxalite—groups active in the State. Speaking to media persons after a day’s tour to the Naxalite-affected Dantewada district on May 8, he said, "Violence has no place in democracy. It cannot be an answer to any problem. So, we are ready to hold talks with the Naxalites and bring them back to the mainstream." He said his government was open to a meaningful dialogue with the Naxalite groups, "but so long as the Naxalites did not stop violence, the government will not hold any talks". This is the second time when the Chief Minister has taken the initiative to invite both banned outfits—the People's War Group (PWG) and the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC)—for talks. In the year 2002, Jogi had asked his Andhra Pradesh counterpart, N Chandrababu Naidu, to include Chhattisgarh in the talks with the PWG. According to media reports, in the last two years, more than 120 persons, including 51 police personnel, have died in Naxalite violence in Chhattisgarh.
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May - 8 
In a separate incident, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel arrested three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists and recovered some arms and ammunition during search operations at Pulwama district in south Kashmir.
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In a separate incident, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel arrested three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists and recovered some arms and ammunition during search operations at Pulwama district in south Kashmir.
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May - 8 
In the capital city of Srinagar, security forces (SFs) defused a five-kilogram Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which had been laid in a polythene bag outside the new High Court complex. Separately, SFs defused a similar IED in Ward No: 5 of Bandip
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In the capital city of Srinagar, security forces (SFs) defused a five-kilogram Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which had been laid in a polythene bag outside the new High Court complex. Separately, SFs defused a similar IED in Ward No: 5 of Bandipore town.
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May - 8 
Media reports have indicated that Assam Government is planning action against the alleged activities of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) that have increasingly been noticed in the Karbi Anglong, North Cachar Hills, Dib
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Media reports have indicated that Assam Government is planning action against the alleged activities of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) that have increasingly been noticed in the Karbi Anglong, North Cachar Hills, Dibrugarh, Sivasagar and Tinsukia districts. The issue was discussed at a meeting of the State Deputy Commissioners with the State-Additional Chief Secretary (Home) J P Rajkhowa, on May 8 in Guwahati. Companies managing tea gardens in the Barak Valley area, among others, have allegedly been served ‘demand’ notes by the NSCN-IM. Besides activities of the NSCN-IM, the general law and order situation, including activities of other terrorist outfits like National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were also discussed at the meeting.
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May - 8 
Mizoram Chief Minister (CM) Zoramthanga informed on May 8 that "serious efforts" were on to bring the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) operating in Assam to the negotiating table. While speaking in Delhi, he reportedly said, "Though
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Mizoram Chief Minister (CM) Zoramthanga informed on May 8 that "serious efforts" were on to bring the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) operating in Assam to the negotiating table. While speaking in Delhi, he reportedly said, "Though I have not yet been able to establish direct contact with any of the ULFA leaders, we are trying to make them sit for dialogue. The intelligence agencies are also trying for a breakthrough while I am contributing to the process as much as possible."
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May - 8 
On May 8, police in Meghalaya arrested a Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorist, identified as Fairbinus Lyngdoh Nongbri, in Mawlai Mawroh, near the State capital Shillong. Citing police sources, media reports have also said that a
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On May 8, police in Meghalaya arrested a Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorist, identified as Fairbinus Lyngdoh Nongbri, in Mawlai Mawroh, near the State capital Shillong. Citing police sources, media reports have also said that a mobile phone, an unspecified amount of cash and a HNLC ‘receipt book’ were seized from the terrorist.
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May - 8 
Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on May 8 called on Pakistan to end cross-border terrorism. Speaking in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament), Vajpayee said, "I have told our Pakistani friends that friends can be changed but not neighbo
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Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on May 8 called on Pakistan to end cross-border terrorism. Speaking in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament), Vajpayee said, "I have told our Pakistani friends that friends can be changed but not neighbours. We have to live here. We either live as friends or we keep fighting, making ourselves a butt of ridicule before the world". He said the spontaneous participation of the people in the Legislative Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir during September-October 2002 had been a clear indication of the people's aspiration for peace. Vajpayee also termed the strong and enthusiastic gathering at his recent public meeting in Kashmir as the turning point for the resumption of the peace process.
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May - 8 
Six passengers were seriously injured during an explosion in a State-owned Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation bus near Ontillu village, Guntur district on May 8. Media reports said that bundles of gelatine sticks were planted in the luggage s
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Six passengers were seriously injured during an explosion in a State-owned Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation bus near Ontillu village, Guntur district on May 8. Media reports said that bundles of gelatine sticks were planted in the luggage space in the Tirupati bound bus from Bangalore. One bundle exploded when the bus reached Ontillu and another when a passenger tried to remove it.
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May - 8 
Suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed an activist of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML) at Imamganj, Arwal district, on May 8. Later, villagers and CPI-ML workers, angry over the kill
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Suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed an activist of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML) at Imamganj, Arwal district, on May 8. Later, villagers and CPI-ML workers, angry over the killing, blocked the Jehanabad-Arwal road at Imamganj for two hours and torched the tractor and a shop belonging to the village headman of Imamganj panchayat, who is suspected to have instigated the killing.
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May - 8 
The visiting US Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage said at a press conference in Islamabad on May 8 that infiltration into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) had decreased. According to him, "We are not keeping score. Any violence is
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The visiting US Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage said at a press conference in Islamabad on May 8 that infiltration into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) had decreased. According to him, "We are not keeping score. Any violence is bad. But it is down from the same time last year. Anyone suffering (because of violence) is a cause of concern. President Musharraf has told me nothing is happening at the Line of Control. He said that there are no camps in Azad Kashmir [Pakistan occupied Kashmir] and if there are, they will be gone by tomorrow." He also said that the US would not exert any pressure on India and Pakistan to hold a dialogue and that its role was limited only to that of facilitation.
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May - 8 
Two suspected foreign mercenaries were killed during an encounter near Dakipora in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district on May 8.
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Two suspected foreign mercenaries were killed during an encounter near Dakipora in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district on May 8.
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May - 8 
Williamson Magor & Co Limited, the tea company, based in Kolkata, West Bengal and alleged to have paid a ‘donation’ of Rupees one million to the NDFB, denied that it had made any payment to the outfit. The company’s Vice President P.K.Borkakoty while
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Williamson Magor & Co Limited, the tea company, based in Kolkata, West Bengal and alleged to have paid a ‘donation’ of Rupees one million to the NDFB, denied that it had made any payment to the outfit. The company’s Vice President P.K.Borkakoty while issuing a denial also said, "We also take this opportunity to inform you (media persons) that we have a company policy on informing the Government of Assam if any such development take place and have a very cordial relationship with the Government of Assam".
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May - 8 
According to a media report, Pakistan has decided to deport an Australian Al Qaeda suspect detained in Karachi since January 4, 2003. A Foreign Ministry spokesperson was quoted as saying that authorities had decided not to proceed with terrorism char
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According to a media report, Pakistan has decided to deport an Australian Al Qaeda suspect detained in Karachi since January 4, 2003. A Foreign Ministry spokesperson was quoted as saying that authorities had decided not to proceed with terrorism charges against Jack Thomas, a former Melbourne taxi driver, and is in the process of deporting him. Thomas, who reportedly changed his name to "Jihad" after converting to Islam, has been detained without charges since being arrested on January 4.
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May - 8 
Police in Karachi arrested on May 8 a Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) terrorist who is suspected to be involved in the parcel bomb blasts, which occurred in three government offices on October 16, 2002. Official sources were quoted as saying that Saud Arsala
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Police in Karachi arrested on May 8 a Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) terrorist who is suspected to be involved in the parcel bomb blasts, which occurred in three government offices on October 16, 2002. Official sources were quoted as saying that Saud Arsalan was arrested from his hideout in the Orangi Town.
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May - 8 
Police in Rawalpindi seized a large cache of weapons, including anti-tank and mortar guns, which were to be used in terrorist activity by an unnamed proscribed organization. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Rawalpindi, Israr Ahmed disclosed this a
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Police in Rawalpindi seized a large cache of weapons, including anti-tank and mortar guns, which were to be used in terrorist activity by an unnamed proscribed organization. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Rawalpindi, Israr Ahmed disclosed this at a press conference on May 8. A mortar gun (60mm), 22 mortar rounds, 23 mortar primary cartridge, an anti-tank weapon (PRG 7.5), 30 RPG-7 rounds, 25 RPG-7 booster, 31 rocket (106mm) and 30mm rocket 107 were among the weapons seized. However, no arrests were made in connection with the seizure.
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May - 8 
The visiting US Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage said at a press conference in Islamabad on May 8 that infiltration into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) had decreased. According to him, "We are not keeping score. Any violence is
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The visiting US Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage said at a press conference in Islamabad on May 8 that infiltration into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) had decreased. According to him, "We are not keeping score. Any violence is bad. But it is down from the same time last year. Anyone suffering (because of violence) is a cause of concern. President Musharraf has told me nothing is happening at the Line of Control. He said that there are no camps in Azad Kashmir [Pakistan occupied Kashmir] and if there are, they will be gone by tomorrow." He also said that the US would not exert any pressure on India and Pakistan to hold a dialogue and that its role was limited only to that of facilitation.
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May - 8 
A media report has indicated that the law and order situation in the southwestern region of the country including in the districts of Khulna, Bagerhat, Satkhira, Kushtia, Jhenaidah, Meherpur and Chuadanga, has deteriorated due to the activities of th
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A media report has indicated that the law and order situation in the southwestern region of the country including in the districts of Khulna, Bagerhat, Satkhira, Kushtia, Jhenaidah, Meherpur and Chuadanga, has deteriorated due to the activities of the outlawed organisations like Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) and Biplobi Communist Party (BCP). Cadres of these outlawed groups allegedly attack the law enforcers and also loot their arms. PBCP and BCP have together killed nine police personnel in the region in the past 16 months. However, no arrest has been made in this connection thus far.
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May - 8 
Reports said the Norwegian Peace envoy Erik Solheim met Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief peace negotiator Anton Balasingham and political chief Thamilselvam in Kilinochchi and discussed possibilities of an early resumption of the ‘tempor
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Reports said the Norwegian Peace envoy Erik Solheim met Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief peace negotiator Anton Balasingham and political chief Thamilselvam in Kilinochchi and discussed possibilities of an early resumption of the ‘temporarily suspended’ peace talks. However, Balasingham later informed the media that the LTTE had not yet changed its position in this regard. LTTE is asking for the resettlement of Internally displaced People and implementation of the programmes agreed at the Sub Committee of Immediate Humanitarian and Rehabilitation needs as a prerequisite for the resumption of talks. The LTTE spokesperson Daya Master said in this regard, "We are awaiting the government response to our concerns. When the Government addresses our concerns, we will return to talks."
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May - 8 
The Government has strongly protested to the LTTE over the killing of some "military informants" and leaders of Tamil Political parties opposed to the group that occurred in Colombo and in its vicinity recently. Cabinet spokesperson and Minister G.L.
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The Government has strongly protested to the LTTE over the killing of some "military informants" and leaders of Tamil Political parties opposed to the group that occurred in Colombo and in its vicinity recently. Cabinet spokesperson and Minister G.L. Peiris said that a strong protest was lodged through the Norwegian facilitators to the LTTE in this connection.
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May - 9 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Andhargaon village in Assam’s Bongaigaon district, on May 9. A pistol and a grenade were also recovered from the possession of the slain terrorist.
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Andhargaon village in Assam’s Bongaigaon district, on May 9. A pistol and a grenade were also recovered from the possession of the slain terrorist.
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May - 9 
According to media reports, police arrested a Srinagar-based editor of a local news agency, Kashmir Press Service, Raja Mohideen, in south Delhi on May 9, for allegedly receiving funds for terrorist organisations through the Hawala (illegal money cha
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According to media reports, police arrested a Srinagar-based editor of a local news agency, Kashmir Press Service, Raja Mohideen, in south Delhi on May 9, for allegedly receiving funds for terrorist organisations through the Hawala (illegal money channel). Police have reportedly recovered Rupees six lakh from his possession.
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May - 9 
Bodo Members of Parliament, U.G. Brahma and S.K. Bwismutiary, met Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani, on May 9 and discussed the status of the Bodo areas as proposed under the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), agreement for which was signed on Febru
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Bodo Members of Parliament, U.G. Brahma and S.K. Bwismutiary, met Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani, on May 9 and discussed the status of the Bodo areas as proposed under the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), agreement for which was signed on February 10, 2003. The old Bodoland Autonomous Council (BAC) was scrapped by the State on April 3 and the new council could not be formed yet. Later talking to media persons, Brahma said, "Now that the BTC Bill has been referred to the standing committee, its passage will not be possible till the next session of Parliament in August. We explained the situation to the deputy Prime Minister, but he did not commit himself to fulfilling our demand for an ordinance."
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May - 9 
Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi expressed grief that the State Government had remained unable, thus far, to convince the proscribed ULFA for peace talks. While talking to a Guwahati-based daily on May 9, he reportedly said, "I admit that I have failed to
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Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi expressed grief that the State Government had remained unable, thus far, to convince the proscribed ULFA for peace talks. While talking to a Guwahati-based daily on May 9, he reportedly said, "I admit that I have failed to make any headway in bringing the ULFA militants to the negotiating table. This has been my biggest failure so far." He added, "A number of intellectuals, writers and journalists have offered to mediate between the Centre and the ULFA. But the organization is keeping mum on the issue of talks."
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May - 9 
In a separate encounter, one Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist was killed at Pinjora village in the Shopian area of Pulwama district.
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In a separate encounter, one Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist was killed at Pinjora village in the Shopian area of Pulwama district.
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May - 9 
In another incident, terrorists lobbed grenades and opened heavy firing on a police post at Roulka village in Bani area, Kathua on May 9-night. SFs retaliated and the encounter continued for two hours. Terrorists, however, managed to escape. No casua
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In another incident, terrorists lobbed grenades and opened heavy firing on a police post at Roulka village in Bani area, Kathua on May 9-night. SFs retaliated and the encounter continued for two hours. Terrorists, however, managed to escape. No casualties or damage was reported.
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May - 9 
Japan has reportedly indicated to Pakistan that it should permanently terminate cross-border infiltration into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir and also take steps to dismantle terrorist camps in that country. Japanese Foreign Minister Yoriko Ka
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Japan has reportedly indicated to Pakistan that it should permanently terminate cross-border infiltration into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir and also take steps to dismantle terrorist camps in that country. Japanese Foreign Minister Yoriko Kawaguchi reportedly conveyed this during a telephonic conversation with her Pakistani counterpart Khurshed Mehmood Kasuri. Later, she also spoke to the Indian External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha and said she had conveyed to Pakistan that the latter should stop, on a permanent basis, infiltration across the Line of Control.
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May - 9 
Other reports indicated that police recovered two AK-56 rifles and four magazines from Kumarikata village, bordering Bhutan in the Nalbari district on the basis of information provided by two ULFA terrorists who surrendered on April 23.
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Other reports indicated that police recovered two AK-56 rifles and four magazines from Kumarikata village, bordering Bhutan in the Nalbari district on the basis of information provided by two ULFA terrorists who surrendered on April 23.
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May - 9 
Police unearthed an arms dump of left wing extremists––Naxalits––of the People's War Group (PWG) and seized a huge quantity of arms and ammunition belonging in Chenchugudem, near Chilakacharla village, Prakashm district, on May 9.
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Police unearthed an arms dump of left wing extremists––Naxalits––of the People's War Group (PWG) and seized a huge quantity of arms and ammunition belonging in Chenchugudem, near Chilakacharla village, Prakashm district, on May 9.
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May - 9 
Security forces destroyed 15 terrorist hideouts in the Hill Kaka area of Surankote in Poonch district and recovered 3800 kg ration besides an unspecified quantity of arms and ammunition. Official sources said that the terrorists had deserted these hi
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Security forces destroyed 15 terrorist hideouts in the Hill Kaka area of Surankote in Poonch district and recovered 3800 kg ration besides an unspecified quantity of arms and ammunition. Official sources said that the terrorists had deserted these hideouts following sustained pressure from the SF personnel. Separately, security forces arrested 17 Bangladeshi nationals when they infiltrated into Indian Territory, breaching the international border at Alla Mai Di Kothi in the Kanachak sector.
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May - 9 
The court further held that the High Court should not have exercised its inherent jurisdiction on a petition moved by Navjot Sandhu alias Afsan Guru, who had been given a lesser sentence of five years’ imprisonment in the Parliament House attack case
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The court further held that the High Court should not have exercised its inherent jurisdiction on a petition moved by Navjot Sandhu alias Afsan Guru, who had been given a lesser sentence of five years’ imprisonment in the Parliament House attack case.
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May - 9 
The current India-Pakistan peace process and cross-border terrorism figured prominently during the talks National Security Advisor Brajesh Mishra had with his American counterpart Condoleeza Rice in Washington on May 9. According to media reports, wh
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The current India-Pakistan peace process and cross-border terrorism figured prominently during the talks National Security Advisor Brajesh Mishra had with his American counterpart Condoleeza Rice in Washington on May 9. According to media reports, while briefing her on Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee's peace initiatives with Pakistan, Mishra is believed to have expressed India's concern over continuing cross-border terrorism despite Pakistan's commitment to stop the same.
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May - 9 
The joint call for a general shutdown in the Kashmir Valley, issued by the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM), evoked partial response. These two groups had called for a ‘public protest’ against the recent decision of the US Gover
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The joint call for a general shutdown in the Kashmir Valley, issued by the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM), evoked partial response. These two groups had called for a ‘public protest’ against the recent decision of the US Government to declare them along with the Al Badr as "Foreign Terrorist Organisations". Shops were closed in Lalchowk and Residency Road localities in Civil Lines of the capital city Srinagar besides at some places in Baramulla town, Pattan, Bandipore and Shopian. Reports from other places said that shops, business establishments, Government offices, educational institutions and banks functioned normally.
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May - 9 
The Supreme Court on May 9 set aside a Delhi High Court judgment, which had held that evidence collected in the December 13, 2001, Parliament House attack case by intercepting mobile phones was not admissible under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PO
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The Supreme Court on May 9 set aside a Delhi High Court judgment, which had held that evidence collected in the December 13, 2001, Parliament House attack case by intercepting mobile phones was not admissible under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). The court said the merit of this evidence and its admissibility was open for arguments before the Delhi High Court, which was hearing the statutory appeal filed by the accused against the trial court order convicting them.
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May - 9 
Three terrorists abducted a civilian from his residence at village Argi in the Rajouri district and later killed him. They also reportedly left behind a note describing the slain civilian as a ‘BSF [Border Security Force] informer’. Meanwhile, a Vill
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Three terrorists abducted a civilian from his residence at village Argi in the Rajouri district and later killed him. They also reportedly left behind a note describing the slain civilian as a ‘BSF [Border Security Force] informer’. Meanwhile, a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member was reportedly killed by unidentified terrorists at village Ram Rachna in the Latti area of Udhampur district.
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May - 9 
Two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed in an encounter that ensued after security forces launched a search operation in the Thanamandi area of Rajouri district. However, at least three other terrorists of the group managed to escape durin
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Two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed in an encounter that ensued after security forces launched a search operation in the Thanamandi area of Rajouri district. However, at least three other terrorists of the group managed to escape during the gun-battle. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 76 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, two hand grenades and two kilograms of explosives were seized from the encounter site.
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May - 9 
Unidentified terrorists killed three prominent activists of the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed’s hometown of Bijbehara, in south Kashmir on May 9. According to official sources, while two of them we
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Unidentified terrorists killed three prominent activists of the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed’s hometown of Bijbehara, in south Kashmir on May 9. According to official sources, while two of them were killed at the Veeri Nowbug are of Bijbehara, another was killed at Ganai Mohalla. Separately, terrorists killed an activist of the National Conference at Munpora in Pampore.
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May - 9 
At least 12 terrorists were injured in an armed clash between the supporters of Salah-ud-Din and Majid Dar factions of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in Jabbar camp in Muzafarrabad area of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) on May 9. In the clash, the terr
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At least 12 terrorists were injured in an armed clash between the supporters of Salah-ud-Din and Majid Dar factions of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in Jabbar camp in Muzafarrabad area of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) on May 9. In the clash, the terrorists of Dar faction reportedly looted Rs 20 lakh cash and 35 rifles from a camp being run by Salah-ud-Din’s supporters. Media reports said the clash took place when terrorists of the Dar faction raided a camp being run by the Salah-ud-Din faction in Jabbar village, Muzafarrabad.
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May - 9 
Security agencies in Karachi arrested two suspected members of the Taliban militia, including a close associate of the ousted regime's former Ambassador to Pakistan, during a raid on May 9. The authorities also seized a satellite phone, a sub-machine
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Security agencies in Karachi arrested two suspected members of the Taliban militia, including a close associate of the ousted regime's former Ambassador to Pakistan, during a raid on May 9. The authorities also seized a satellite phone, a sub-machinegun and an unspecified amount of foreign currency from their possession.
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May - 9 
Other reports have indicated that for the first time, Maoist insurgents would open an office at Anamnagar in Kathmandu.
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Other reports have indicated that for the first time, Maoist insurgents would open an office at Anamnagar in Kathmandu.
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May - 9 
Reports said, the second round of peace talks between Government and Maoist insurgents began in Kathmandu on May 9. Details of the talks were not available when reports last came in. The first round was held at the same venue on April 27.
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Reports said, the second round of peace talks between Government and Maoist insurgents began in Kathmandu on May 9. Details of the talks were not available when reports last came in. The first round was held at the same venue on April 27.
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May - 9 
The Nepal government, on May 9, agreed to limit the Royal Nepal Army within five kilometers of their barracks in Maoist areas and release three central level Maoist leaders. The agreement was reached during the three-hour long second round of peace t
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The Nepal government, on May 9, agreed to limit the Royal Nepal Army within five kilometers of their barracks in Maoist areas and release three central level Maoist leaders. The agreement was reached during the three-hour long second round of peace talks between the two sides. Both the sides described the talks as satisfactory. "As per our demands for the withdrawal of the Royal Nepalese Army from the Maoist areas, the meeting today agreed to withdraw the army to within five kilometers of their barracks," Maoist negotiator Krishna Bahadur Mahara said while addressing a joint press conference with Government negotiator Narayan Singh Pun.
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May - 9 
According to media reports, Chief of the Indian Army, General N C Vij, on May 9 discussed the activities of terrorist outfits operating in India allegedly from their Bhutan-based camps, including the Assam-based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)
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According to media reports, Chief of the Indian Army, General N C Vij, on May 9 discussed the activities of terrorist outfits operating in India allegedly from their Bhutan-based camps, including the Assam-based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) with the Bhutanese authorities. General Vij also called on the Bhutan King, Jigme Singye Wangchuk, Prime Minister Lyonpo Kinzang Dorji and the Chief Operations Officer of the Royal Bhutan Army, Goongleon Gongma Lam Dorji. General Vij arrived in Thimpu on a three-day visit on May 8.
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May - 9 
Reports said, two cadres affiliated to the 'Jabbar Group' of the outlawed left-wing extremist New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP), were killed by a group of armed cadres of the rival Biplobi Communist Party (BCP) at Rajapur village in Dumuria subdivis
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Reports said, two cadres affiliated to the 'Jabbar Group' of the outlawed left-wing extremist New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP), were killed by a group of armed cadres of the rival Biplobi Communist Party (BCP) at Rajapur village in Dumuria subdivision, Khulna district, on May 9.
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May - 9 
Seeking a separate policy for the development of tribal people, the Bangladesh Adivasi Forum (BAF) on May 9 reportedly put forward a 13-point charter of demands to the government and donors for consideration. Speaking to the media in Dhaka, BAF presi
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Seeking a separate policy for the development of tribal people, the Bangladesh Adivasi Forum (BAF) on May 9 reportedly put forward a 13-point charter of demands to the government and donors for consideration. Speaking to the media in Dhaka, BAF president Jotirindra Bodhipriyo Larma alias Santu Larma also said that the current policy was not friendly to tribals. Reports have indicated he was airing the grievances of the tribal people ahead of a meeting of the Bangladesh Development Forum scheduled for May 17 and 18. He further alleged that the government did not implement many of basic conditions of the CHT peace accord signed on December 2, 1997, in Dhaka between the government and the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samity (PCJSS). He also alleged that the Government had adopted a 'divide and rule' policy to weaken the tribesmen.
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May - 9 
Former Deputy Chief of Indian Army, Sathish Nambiar, in his report has indicated that any dismantling of High Security Zones (HSZ) or forward defences of the Sri Lanka military would have to be matched by simultaneous dismantling of LTTE ‘military’ p
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Former Deputy Chief of Indian Army, Sathish Nambiar, in his report has indicated that any dismantling of High Security Zones (HSZ) or forward defences of the Sri Lanka military would have to be matched by simultaneous dismantling of LTTE ‘military’ positions. In the eight-page report entitled, "The Aspects of High Security Zones" submitted to Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, he has also suggested the setting up of observer and monitoring missions to oversee the actual implementation at ground level to the mutual satisfaction of both parties. The report said, "Such mechanisms could be instituted either by supplementing the SLMM or constituting another mission of international military and police observers." General Nambiar was asked by the Government and the LTTE to prepare a report on the re-settlement of displaced persons in the HSZ of Jaffna.
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May - 10 
Addressing a press conference in Srinagar on May 10, President of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and daughter of the Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, Mehbooba Mufti, said that security forces were continuously committing human rights
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Addressing a press conference in Srinagar on May 10, President of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and daughter of the Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, Mehbooba Mufti, said that security forces were continuously committing human rights violations in the State. She said that excesses against the innocent civilians had come to an end with the beginning of the coalition Government. "Unfortunately, troops in lower rungs have not changed their mindset and abuse of human rights has been remarkably witnessed since last month", she said. Describing it a ‘state terrorism’, she said that the coalition government was taking up this problem with the top leadership of the armed forces as well as the Government of India.
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May - 10 
Another terrorist was killed during an encounter in Langar forest area near Taryath village, Rajouri district. One AK rifle was recovered from the slain terrorist whose identity is yet to be established.
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Another terrorist was killed during an encounter in Langar forest area near Taryath village, Rajouri district. One AK rifle was recovered from the slain terrorist whose identity is yet to be established.
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May - 10 
In Warangal district, PWG Naxalites also killed an alleged police informer in Jogaiahpalli village in Regonda mandal on May 10-night.
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In Warangal district, PWG Naxalites also killed an alleged police informer in Jogaiahpalli village in Regonda mandal on May 10-night.
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May - 10 
Police arrested an ‘area commander’ of the left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in Patrahi village under the Rafiganj police station-limits, Aurangabad district, on May 10. Official sources said the arrested MCC leader
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Police arrested an ‘area commander’ of the left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in Patrahi village under the Rafiganj police station-limits, Aurangabad district, on May 10. Official sources said the arrested MCC leader, Awadhesh Yadav alias Shankarji, was in charge of the armed squad of the outfit in Obra, Barun and Rafiganj areas, and was involved in over two dozen criminal cases of killing and triggering landmine blasts.
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May - 10 
Reports said terrorists affiliated to the Nayanbasi Jamatiya faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-N), allegedly accompanied by some unidentified Bangladeshis on May 10 killed a personnel of the State Home Guard and injured two mo
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Reports said terrorists affiliated to the Nayanbasi Jamatiya faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-N), allegedly accompanied by some unidentified Bangladeshis on May 10 killed a personnel of the State Home Guard and injured two more in an encounter at the border village of Ichaipar, in North Tripura district. The encounter occurred when the armed Home Guard personnel camping nearby confronted the terrorists to foil their bid to abduct a civilian. The terrorists and their associates reportedly escaped into the Bangladesh side of the border after the incident.
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May - 10 
Speaking to media persons after the day-long meeting of the national coordination committee for left-wing extremist—Naxalite—affected States in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh on May 10, Special Secretary Union Ministry of Home Affairs, Ashok Bhandari, said t
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Speaking to media persons after the day-long meeting of the national coordination committee for left-wing extremist—Naxalite—affected States in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh on May 10, Special Secretary Union Ministry of Home Affairs, Ashok Bhandari, said that the reports about Naxalites having links with Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) needs to be investigated. However, he ruled out the possibility of the Naxalites having links with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The meeting reviewed the action taken against the Naxalite groups in the country.
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May - 10 
Three terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Al-Badr outfit, Abdul Hakeem Dukhia, were killed in separate incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on May 10. Official sources said security forces (SF) raided Hasiot village under the Thanna
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Three terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Al-Badr outfit, Abdul Hakeem Dukhia, were killed in separate incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on May 10. Official sources said security forces (SF) raided Hasiot village under the Thanna Mandi police station-limits, Poonch district after local people tipped off on the presence of Dukhia in a hideout. SFs encircled the hideout and in the ensuing encounter Dukhia and one of his bodyguards were killed. Two AK-47 rifles, four magazines, two hand grenades, one wireless set and some ammunition was recovered from the scene of encounter.
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May - 10 
Two terrorists belonging to the Hizb-ul- Mujahideen (HM) and the Tehreek-ul-Jehad (TuJ) surrendered before army in Surankote area, Poonch district.
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Two terrorists belonging to the Hizb-ul- Mujahideen (HM) and the Tehreek-ul-Jehad (TuJ) surrendered before army in Surankote area, Poonch district.
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May - 10 
Visiting US Secretary of State, Richard Armitage expressed optimism that the ‘far-reaching act of statesmanship’ by Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, would lead to a process that would resolve all contentious issues between India and Pakistan. Arm
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Visiting US Secretary of State, Richard Armitage expressed optimism that the ‘far-reaching act of statesmanship’ by Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, would lead to a process that would resolve all contentious issues between India and Pakistan. Armitage who held talks with Indian political leadership on May 10, said that his country would like to see ‘India and Pakistan living side by side in peace and harmony’. Armitage called on Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, L K Advani, External Affairs Minister, Finance Minister and held delegation level talks with Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal.
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May - 10 
An estimated 11 persons were injured, five of them seriously, when an explosive device went off inside a Kandiaro-bound passenger bus at Pathan Colony, Hyderabad on May 10. Media reports said the explosive device was planted under a seat in the front
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An estimated 11 persons were injured, five of them seriously, when an explosive device went off inside a Kandiaro-bound passenger bus at Pathan Colony, Hyderabad on May 10. Media reports said the explosive device was planted under a seat in the front position of the bus.
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May - 10 
A cadre of the Islamist extremist group Hizbul Touhid, was arrested from Shakokathi village in Gournadi subdivision, Barisal district on May 10. Police sources said the arrested extremist, Jamal Sharif, is a regional leader of the organization and wa
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A cadre of the Islamist extremist group Hizbul Touhid, was arrested from Shakokathi village in Gournadi subdivision, Barisal district on May 10. Police sources said the arrested extremist, Jamal Sharif, is a regional leader of the organization and was involved in setting fire to Khalifa Bari Mosque on May 6. Some incriminating documents have also been recovered from his possession.
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May - 10 
A media report said on May 10 that the visiting Japanese special envoy Yasushi Akashi asked both the Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to make clear their stand by May 14 on their participation in the Tokyo Donors Conference to b
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A media report said on May 10 that the visiting Japanese special envoy Yasushi Akashi asked both the Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to make clear their stand by May 14 on their participation in the Tokyo Donors Conference to be held in June. While addressing the media on May 9 in Colombo, Akashi said, "Due to logistical reasons we must receive their response within a week from the day I discussed the matter with the parties concerned, that is May 7."
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May - 11 
A media report has said that the crime branch of Mumbai police detained a lecturer of the National Defence Academy (NDA), Khadakvasla, in Pune, Maharashtra, on May 11, for allegedly sheltering Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including its southern
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A media report has said that the crime branch of Mumbai police detained a lecturer of the National Defence Academy (NDA), Khadakvasla, in Pune, Maharashtra, on May 11, for allegedly sheltering Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including its southern ‘commander’ Abu Sultan and cadres of the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) suspected to be involved in the Mulund train bomb explosion-case. As reported earlier, on March 13, in an explosion in the Karjat-bound local train at Mulund Railway Station in Mumbai, 12 persons were killed and 72 others injured.
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May - 11 
A report on May 11 has indicated that a proscribed terrorist outfit operating in Assam, the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has shifted a base-camp, earlier located in the unidentified areas of Meghalaya-Assam border to a yet unknown loc
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A report on May 11 has indicated that a proscribed terrorist outfit operating in Assam, the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has shifted a base-camp, earlier located in the unidentified areas of Meghalaya-Assam border to a yet unknown location along the State’s border with Nagaland. The arrested NDFB leaders, Sunil Brahma and Indramohan Basumatary, reportedly disclosed during their confession before the police that the move was prompted following joint action of Meghalaya-Assam police against the outfit. Police in Kolkata, West Bengal, arrested them on April 30, and the Assam police later brought them to Guwahati for further interrogation and trial.
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May - 11 
A report on May 11 has indicated that the proscribed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) is forcing tribals from the border villages of the State into bonded labour to work in the jhum (shifting cultivation) fields in the regions of the Chitt
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A report on May 11 has indicated that the proscribed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) is forcing tribals from the border villages of the State into bonded labour to work in the jhum (shifting cultivation) fields in the regions of the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT), in Bangladesh. According to the report, their estimated number could be 4,500. The State’s Tribal Welfare Minister Jiten Chowdhury reportedly disclosed this following his visit to the Kanchanpur and Longtarai Valley in North Tripura district. He reportedly said, "Since the poll results were declared, at least 4,500 tribals have been displaced from villages in Kanchanpur, Longtarai Valley and Khowai subdivisions. I have confirmation that 483, 253 and 250 families have been displaced from these three areas by the NLFT. Another 448 families have been driven away from other hilly regions."
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May - 11 
A security force (SF) personnel was killed during an encounter in Sangla forests in the Surankote area of Poonch district. However, the terrorists, numbering between seven to nine, escaped from the incident site. In another encounter that occurred at
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A security force (SF) personnel was killed during an encounter in Sangla forests in the Surankote area of Poonch district. However, the terrorists, numbering between seven to nine, escaped from the incident site. In another encounter that occurred at village Manti in Surankote, a civilian was killed in the exchange of firing. Separately, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian and injured his sister at Khiram.
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May - 11 
A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed and six other persons, including a Station House Officer (SHO) and a Police Post in-charge, were injured in a grenade blast at the hilly village of Roulka in Kathua district on May 11.
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A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed and six other persons, including a Station House Officer (SHO) and a Police Post in-charge, were injured in a grenade blast at the hilly village of Roulka in Kathua district on May 11.
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May - 11 
According to media reports, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) has formulated a seven-point agenda with an aim of ‘uniting’ various Naga factions. Quoting a statement issued by the NSCN-IM’s ‘ministry of information and
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According to media reports, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) has formulated a seven-point agenda with an aim of ‘uniting’ various Naga factions. Quoting a statement issued by the NSCN-IM’s ‘ministry of information and publicity’, reports also said that the outfit has sought the reconciliation, including with rival NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K) faction as it perceives this is vital for peace in the State. Reports added that the unification formula, includes, among others, ‘admitting past mistakes and seeking forgiveness from the victims with an aim to integrate various Naga-dominated areas, to bring the Naga tribes under one umbrella.’
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May - 11 
According to media reports, unidentified Bangladeshi miscreants abducted four non-tribal youths on May 11 and later sent them to the captivity of the proscribed All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF). One of them later managed to escape and narrated the inci
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According to media reports, unidentified Bangladeshi miscreants abducted four non-tribal youths on May 11 and later sent them to the captivity of the proscribed All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF). One of them later managed to escape and narrated the incident to the police in Agartala.
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May - 11 
An NLFT ‘commander’ was arrested, on the same day from Chhaimarua, under Killa police station limits, in South Tripura district.
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An NLFT ‘commander’ was arrested, on the same day from Chhaimarua, under Killa police station limits, in South Tripura district.
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May - 11 
Four National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists surrendered before the police at Khowai, West Tripura district, on May 11 with a rifle, a gun and 65 rounds of live cartridges.
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Four National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists surrendered before the police at Khowai, West Tripura district, on May 11 with a rifle, a gun and 65 rounds of live cartridges.
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May - 11 
In another incident, SF personnel killed two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit in an encounter at village Rathal Bata in Surankote, Poonch district. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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In another incident, SF personnel killed two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit in an encounter at village Rathal Bata in Surankote, Poonch district. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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May - 11 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed an activist of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP), Dondapati Lakshmi Narayana, at Pulipadu of Gurazala mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on May 11. Narayana served as
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed an activist of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP), Dondapati Lakshmi Narayana, at Pulipadu of Gurazala mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on May 11. Narayana served as the village Sarpanch (headman).
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May - 11 
Media reports on May 11 have indicated that the Government has handed over to Bangladesh a list of 155 training camps, with their exact locations, allegedly being run by various terrorist outfits operating in the five North Eastern States and has als
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Media reports on May 11 have indicated that the Government has handed over to Bangladesh a list of 155 training camps, with their exact locations, allegedly being run by various terrorist outfits operating in the five North Eastern States and has also sought their removal. The outfits who are said to have camps there include, among others, unnamed faction(s) of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN), primarily operating in Nagaland, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Muslim United Liberation Tiger of Assam (MULTA), Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), operating in Assam, People’s Liberation Army (PLA) operating in Manipur, Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) in Meghalaya, and National Liberation Front of Tripura and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) operating in Tripura. Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), and Al Qaeda are allegedly assisting an unspecified number of these outfits in training. Besides, the Government has also asked Bangladesh to hand over 85 terrorists, including ULFA leaders Anup Chetia and Babul Sarma, who were arrested in Bangladesh over a period of time from various places. Even terrorists from various outfits operating in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) are also being infiltrated via Bangladesh border, the reports added.
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May - 11 
Police unearthed 14 landmines while conducting combing operations near Brahmajemudu temple at Adigoppula village, Guntur district, on May 11. The mines are believed to have been planted by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG
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Police unearthed 14 landmines while conducting combing operations near Brahmajemudu temple at Adigoppula village, Guntur district, on May 11. The mines are believed to have been planted by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) to target police parties, which conduct routine combing operations in the area.
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May - 11 
Reports from Ramban have indicated that SFs killed two suspected Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists at village Ashar under Banihal police station’s jurisdiction in Doda district. One AK rifle, one magazine, a hand grenade and some ammunition were rec
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Reports from Ramban have indicated that SFs killed two suspected Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists at village Ashar under Banihal police station’s jurisdiction in Doda district. One AK rifle, one magazine, a hand grenade and some ammunition were recovered from them.
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May - 11 
Some surrendered terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) on May 11 set ablaze a local market at Dhekiajuli in the Darrang district reportedly after they lost a bid of contract to manage the market. Loss of property in the incident h
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Some surrendered terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) on May 11 set ablaze a local market at Dhekiajuli in the Darrang district reportedly after they lost a bid of contract to manage the market. Loss of property in the incident has been estimated at Rupees 10 million.
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May - 11 
The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) has ruled out an immediate cease-fire in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. HM chief Syed Salahuddin said during an interview to the Reuters, "A cease-fire is not necessary for dialogue… armed struggle and dialogue can
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The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) has ruled out an immediate cease-fire in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. HM chief Syed Salahuddin said during an interview to the Reuters, "A cease-fire is not necessary for dialogue… armed struggle and dialogue can go simultaneously as was the case in Afghanistan and Vietnam." He also added, "A cease-fire will reciprocate the development of this bilateral exercise (between Pakistan and India)… If there is any sincerity shown by the parties in addressing the issue, (we) will give a positive response."
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May - 11 
According to a media report, the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) indicated in Lahore on May 11 that only Jehad could guarantee world peace and the Kashmir issue was still ‘alive’ only because of Jehad. Qazi Hussein Ahmad, JeI chief, addressing a conference at
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According to a media report, the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) indicated in Lahore on May 11 that only Jehad could guarantee world peace and the Kashmir issue was still ‘alive’ only because of Jehad. Qazi Hussein Ahmad, JeI chief, addressing a conference at Nishter Town said people in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir were fighting for their right to self-determination. He also said that the JeI would not allow the closure of Jehadi camps in Pakistan.
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May - 11 
Police in Peshawar unearthed up a passport-selling racket that was supplying stolen Pakistani passports to Al Qaeda suspects. An unspecified number of arrests were made on May 11 in Peshawar, said Inamullah Khan Gandapur, an Assistant Director with t
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Police in Peshawar unearthed up a passport-selling racket that was supplying stolen Pakistani passports to Al Qaeda suspects. An unspecified number of arrests were made on May 11 in Peshawar, said Inamullah Khan Gandapur, an Assistant Director with the Federal Investigations Agency, which polices immigration. "We had been information that these people were involved in providing Pakistani passports to al-Qaeda suspects," Gandapur said. Police seized 100 blank Pakistani passports, which were earlier stolen from a government office in Swat.
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May - 11 
The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) has ruled out an immediate cease-fire in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. HM chief Syed Salahuddin said during an interview to the Reuters, "A cease-fire is not necessary for dialogue… armed struggle and dialogue can
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The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) has ruled out an immediate cease-fire in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. HM chief Syed Salahuddin said during an interview to the Reuters, "A cease-fire is not necessary for dialogue… armed struggle and dialogue can go simultaneously as was the case in Afghanistan and Vietnam." He also added, "A cease-fire will reciprocate the development of this bilateral exercise (between Pakistan and India)… If there is any sincerity shown by the parties in addressing the issue, (we) will give a positive response."
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May - 11 
A delayed report indicated that the Bhutan-Nepal Joint Verification Team (JVT) in Thimphu completed the categorisation of refugees staying in the Khudunabari camp of Nepal’s Jhapa district on May 6. The report also indicated that earlier meetings of
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A delayed report indicated that the Bhutan-Nepal Joint Verification Team (JVT) in Thimphu completed the categorisation of refugees staying in the Khudunabari camp of Nepal’s Jhapa district on May 6. The report also indicated that earlier meetings of the Ministerial Joint Committee of the two sides, the 12th meeting held in February 2003 in Kathmandu and again, the 13th meeting in Thimphu on March 25, 2003, managed to sort out differences over the issue. According to the leader of Nepal’s team, Joint Secretary of the Nepalese Home Ministry, Sushil Rana, the JVT’s work would provide appropriate guidelines to take a decision on the remaining six camps. The 14th JVT meeting is scheduled to be held in Kathmandu between May 19 and 22. The verification process began in Jhapa on March 26, 2001.
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May - 11 
A report has said that the Maoist insurgents opened their contact office, for the first time, at Shanti Galli in Anamnagar in Kathmandu, on May 11. While talking to press persons on this occasion, Chief Maoist peace negotiator Baburam Bhattarai said
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A report has said that the Maoist insurgents opened their contact office, for the first time, at Shanti Galli in Anamnagar in Kathmandu, on May 11. While talking to press persons on this occasion, Chief Maoist peace negotiator Baburam Bhattarai said that the office would perform liaison duties during the ongoing peace talks with the Government. He further said that the peace talks must be a success. He also said, "Political agenda will be discussed in the third round of peace talks."
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May - 11 
Representatives of the Ghorkas have asked the Maoists to withdraw the demand of non-recruitment of Ghorkas in Indian and British armies, from their 24-point demands put forth during the ongoing peace talks.
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Representatives of the Ghorkas have asked the Maoists to withdraw the demand of non-recruitment of Ghorkas in Indian and British armies, from their 24-point demands put forth during the ongoing peace talks.
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May - 11 
The Rastriya Prajatantra Party while alleging that the government had not showed ‘necessary caution’ at the second round of peace talks on May 9 also criticized the decision to concede the Maoist demand of restricting the Army patrol within limited a
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The Rastriya Prajatantra Party while alleging that the government had not showed ‘necessary caution’ at the second round of peace talks on May 9 also criticized the decision to concede the Maoist demand of restricting the Army patrol within limited areas.
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May - 11 
The Royal Nepal Army (RNA) has alleged that the Maoists were disrupting its ‘goodwill project’ to provide health and other services in the insurgency-affected areas to the general public. It further alleged that the Maoists were also violating the co
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The Royal Nepal Army (RNA) has alleged that the Maoists were disrupting its ‘goodwill project’ to provide health and other services in the insurgency-affected areas to the general public. It further alleged that the Maoists were also violating the code of conduct by extorting money from the families of security force personnel.
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May - 11 
A delayed report indicated that the Bhutan-Nepal Joint Verification Team (JVT) in Thimphu completed the categorisation of refugees staying in the Khudunabari camp of Nepal’s Jhapa district on May 6. The report also indicated that earlier meetings of
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A delayed report indicated that the Bhutan-Nepal Joint Verification Team (JVT) in Thimphu completed the categorisation of refugees staying in the Khudunabari camp of Nepal’s Jhapa district on May 6. The report also indicated that earlier meetings of the Ministerial Joint Committee of the two sides, the 12th meeting held in February 2003 in Kathmandu and again, the 13th meeting in Thimphu on March 25, 2003, managed to sort out differences over the issue. According to the leader of Nepal’s team, Joint Secretary of the Nepalese Home Ministry, Sushil Rana, the JVT’s work would provide appropriate guidelines to take a decision on the remaining six camps. The 14th JVT meeting is scheduled to be held in Kathmandu between May 19 and 22. The verification process began in Jhapa on March 26, 2001.
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May - 11 
According to media sources, three alleged arms traffickers, including a woman, were arrested by the police with three revolvers onboard a Chittagong bound passenger bus at an unnamed place under Sitakunda subdivision on May 11.
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According to media sources, three alleged arms traffickers, including a woman, were arrested by the police with three revolvers onboard a Chittagong bound passenger bus at an unnamed place under Sitakunda subdivision on May 11.
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May - 11 
Police arrested an activist of the outlawed left-wing extremist Biplabi Communist Party (BCP) at Goalkhali village of Sailkupa subdivision, Jhenidah, on May 11 following an encounter. Three police personnel were injured during the encounter. A gun an
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Police arrested an activist of the outlawed left-wing extremist Biplabi Communist Party (BCP) at Goalkhali village of Sailkupa subdivision, Jhenidah, on May 11 following an encounter. Three police personnel were injured during the encounter. A gun and 22-rounds of ammunition were recovered from the possession of the arrested extremist.
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May - 11 
Reports said that cadres of the Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) reportedly assaulted an activist of the Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) on the Chittagong University (CU) campus, on May 11.
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Reports said that cadres of the Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) reportedly assaulted an activist of the Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) on the Chittagong University (CU) campus, on May 11.
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May - 11 
Suspected extremists of the proscribed Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) killed a person at Atrai, Naogaon district, on May 11. The extremists also reportedly left some leaflets threatening to kill those who would act as police informers.
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Suspected extremists of the proscribed Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) killed a person at Atrai, Naogaon district, on May 11. The extremists also reportedly left some leaflets threatening to kill those who would act as police informers.
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May - 11 
Separate reports said, on May 11 the police arrested three suspected LTTE cadres in Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, and also seized 13 pistols from their possession that they had allegedly planned to smuggle to Sri Lanka.
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Separate reports said, on May 11 the police arrested three suspected LTTE cadres in Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, and also seized 13 pistols from their possession that they had allegedly planned to smuggle to Sri Lanka.
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May - 12 
A civilian, who was abducted on May 1, was killed by unidentified terrorists at village Bela in the Budhal area of Rajouri district. A note left behind by them described the civilian as an informer of the security forces.
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A civilian, who was abducted on May 1, was killed by unidentified terrorists at village Bela in the Budhal area of Rajouri district. A note left behind by them described the civilian as an informer of the security forces.
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May - 12 
A marine commando was killed and three other SF personnel were injured as terrorists ambushed a patrol party at Nadihal in the outskirts of Bandipore. However, the terrorists managed to escape. The Al-Mansooran, a front outfit of the Lashkar-e-Toiba
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A marine commando was killed and three other SF personnel were injured as terrorists ambushed a patrol party at Nadihal in the outskirts of Bandipore. However, the terrorists managed to escape. The Al-Mansooran, a front outfit of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), is reported to have claimed responsibility for this attack.
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May - 12 
A report on May 12 has indicated that the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) and the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) might clash with each other over the imposition of ‘family tax’ by the latter in the border areas of Karbi Anglong with Nagoan
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A report on May 12 has indicated that the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) and the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) might clash with each other over the imposition of ‘family tax’ by the latter in the border areas of Karbi Anglong with Nagoan district in Assam. Citing official sources, the report also indicated that the BLT is supporting the Bodo tribals living in Kumarikata and Baithalangsu areas of Karbi Anglong who subsequently refused to pay the ‘tax’.
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May - 12 
A suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed at Nimaitola, in Assam’s Bongaigaon district in an encounter, on May 12. Security forces recovered a revolver from the possession of the slain terrorist.
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A suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed at Nimaitola, in Assam’s Bongaigaon district in an encounter, on May 12. Security forces recovered a revolver from the possession of the slain terrorist.
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May - 12 
Media reports said unidentified terrorists killed two persons, including the son of Assam Veterinary and Hill Areas Development Minister G C Langthasa, in separate incidents at Haflong in the North Cachar Hills district on May 12. It is suspected tha
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Media reports said unidentified terrorists killed two persons, including the son of Assam Veterinary and Hill Areas Development Minister G C Langthasa, in separate incidents at Haflong in the North Cachar Hills district on May 12. It is suspected that the killings could be fallout of an inter-group rivalry between Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), a terrorist outfit active in North Cachar Hills district and observing a cease-fire since December 31, 2002 and the Hmar People’s Conference –Democrats (HPC-D), an outfit of the Hmar tribe.
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May - 12 
On May 12, security forces in Manipur arrested seven terrorists, including five People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) and one each of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) from the outskirts of I
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On May 12, security forces in Manipur arrested seven terrorists, including five People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) and one each of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) from the outskirts of Imphal and recovered an unspecified number of grenades and some incriminating documents from their possession.
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May - 12 
On May 12, the BLT expressed hope that the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Bill would be passed during the forthcoming monsoon session in Parliament.
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On May 12, the BLT expressed hope that the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Bill would be passed during the forthcoming monsoon session in Parliament.
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May - 12 
On the basis of information secured from two surrendered terrorists, police destroyed a terrorist hideout at Surankote in the Poonch district. Recoveries made from the hideout included one Universal Machine Gun, a Rocket Projectile Gun, one Under Bar
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On the basis of information secured from two surrendered terrorists, police destroyed a terrorist hideout at Surankote in the Poonch district. Recoveries made from the hideout included one Universal Machine Gun, a Rocket Projectile Gun, one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher, one mortar, two AK rifles with two magazines and 60 rounds of ammunition, 1.5 kg RDX, one Improvised Explosive Device, 70 meters fuse wire and eight blankets.
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May - 12 
Other reports have indicated that security has been strengthened in the Dharmanagar subdivision (administrative unit) of North Tripura district following reports that the NLFT might make an attempt to rob the local branch of State Bank of India.
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Other reports have indicated that security has been strengthened in the Dharmanagar subdivision (administrative unit) of North Tripura district following reports that the NLFT might make an attempt to rob the local branch of State Bank of India.
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May - 12 
Speaking to media persons, Inspector General of Police (Operations), RC Kaithal, said that the purpose of the operation is to demolish Naxalite camps, bunkers, training camps, execution of warrants against extremists who are evading arrests, recovery
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Speaking to media persons, Inspector General of Police (Operations), RC Kaithal, said that the purpose of the operation is to demolish Naxalite camps, bunkers, training camps, execution of warrants against extremists who are evading arrests, recovery of firearms and explosives, identify strategic locations like watch towers, identify those village and hamlets from where the extremists secure important information about police movement.
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May - 12 
Terrorists made an unsuccessful attempt to loot cash worth over Rupees 10 million from the Jammu and Kashmir Bank, near Mohammadiya High School at Shopian town in the Pulwama district of south Kashmir. However, two SF personnel were killed in the ens
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Terrorists made an unsuccessful attempt to loot cash worth over Rupees 10 million from the Jammu and Kashmir Bank, near Mohammadiya High School at Shopian town in the Pulwama district of south Kashmir. However, two SF personnel were killed in the ensuing encounter. The terrorists, numbering six, managed to escape with two of their injured colleagues. Unconfirmed reports have indicated that the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) carried out the attack.
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May - 12 
The BLT ‘chairman’ Hagrama Basumatary asked the proscribed National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), another Bodo terrorist outfit, to make its stand clear on the Bodo issue. While speaking at Gossaigaon, Kokrajhar district, on May 12, he said, "
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The BLT ‘chairman’ Hagrama Basumatary asked the proscribed National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), another Bodo terrorist outfit, to make its stand clear on the Bodo issue. While speaking at Gossaigaon, Kokrajhar district, on May 12, he said, "We have heard enough of their speeches but now the time has come for them to show that they are working for the development of the Bodos. Only after that will we believe that they are actually fighting for the cause of the Bodos." He also said, "We are ready to welcome them if they come out with a better accord than the BTC, which would pave the way for the development of the region and the people. We would make way for them but for that to happen they should first talk with the government."
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May - 12 
Two security force (SF) personnel were killed and seven persons, including three civilians, sustained injuries when three unidentified terrorists in Police uniform lobbed hand grenades and opened indiscriminate gunfire on military and paramilitary pe
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Two security force (SF) personnel were killed and seven persons, including three civilians, sustained injuries when three unidentified terrorists in Police uniform lobbed hand grenades and opened indiscriminate gunfire on military and paramilitary personnel, in front of the State Bank of India (SBI) building, in the main market of Kupwara town on May 12. In retaliatory firing by the SFs, while one terrorist was killed, his associates managed to escape. Media reports have indicated that the Al-Nasireen has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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May - 12 
With a view to contain the activities of left-wing extremists—Naxalites--in the North Chhotanagpur division comprising Hazaribag, Bokaro, Giridih, Dhanbad and Koderma, the State Government with the help of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has
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With a view to contain the activities of left-wing extremists—Naxalites--in the North Chhotanagpur division comprising Hazaribag, Bokaro, Giridih, Dhanbad and Koderma, the State Government with the help of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has launched its biggest search operation, "Operation Hilltop", in the Jhumra Pahar range situated on the borders of Hazaribag and Bokaro districts.
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May - 12 
According to a media report, a former ‘commander’ of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Abdul Jabbar, has joined the Sunni sectarian outfit, Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), and is likely to head it. Jabbar, who joined the JeM in March 2000, is reported to have tra
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According to a media report, a former ‘commander’ of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Abdul Jabbar, has joined the Sunni sectarian outfit, Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), and is likely to head it. Jabbar, who joined the JeM in March 2000, is reported to have trained most of the LeJ cadres. He was reportedly expelled from the Jaish in March 2003.
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May - 12 
The chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai, on May 12 criticised the Government for lack of seriousness in the peace talks and also warned that ‘rumours’ might disrupt the ongoing talks.
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The chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai, on May 12 criticised the Government for lack of seriousness in the peace talks and also warned that ‘rumours’ might disrupt the ongoing talks.
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May - 12 
A group of Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Parliamentarians have decided to meet Thamilchelvan on May 13 in Kilinochchi to discuss the peace process, suspended temporarily since April 21.
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A group of Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Parliamentarians have decided to meet Thamilchelvan on May 13 in Kilinochchi to discuss the peace process, suspended temporarily since April 21.
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May - 12 
Media reports said, on May 12, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leaders discussed the possibilities of participation in the forthcoming Tokyo donor conference to be held in June. Later, an unnamed LTTE spokesperson informed the media in Ki
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Media reports said, on May 12, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leaders discussed the possibilities of participation in the forthcoming Tokyo donor conference to be held in June. Later, an unnamed LTTE spokesperson informed the media in Kilinochchi that the ‘political wing chief’ Thamilchelvan met area leaders on behalf of the LTTE chief Prabhakaran to seek their opinion on the matter.
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May - 12 
Other reports said, on May 12, ‘Colonel’ Pathuman, the LTTE ‘military commander’ in eastern Trincomalee city admitted that the LTTE was training more cadres purportedly to maintain its ‘military’ strength.
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Other reports said, on May 12, ‘Colonel’ Pathuman, the LTTE ‘military commander’ in eastern Trincomalee city admitted that the LTTE was training more cadres purportedly to maintain its ‘military’ strength.
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May - 12 
Sri Lanka’s main Opposition party, the People’s Alliance, has criticized the LTTE for maintaining their military, including the Black Tigers suicide squad, despite signing a cease-fire with the government in February 2002.
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Sri Lanka’s main Opposition party, the People’s Alliance, has criticized the LTTE for maintaining their military, including the Black Tigers suicide squad, despite signing a cease-fire with the government in February 2002.
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May - 13 
A group of terrorists, taking students as hostage, ambushed an army patrol from inside the Government Middle School at Manyala in the Thanamandi area of Rajouri district. One SF personnel was killed while four others sustained injuries in this incide
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A group of terrorists, taking students as hostage, ambushed an army patrol from inside the Government Middle School at Manyala in the Thanamandi area of Rajouri district. One SF personnel was killed while four others sustained injuries in this incident. The terrorists managed to escape after the ambush. Separately, one more SF personnel were killed and two others injured in an encounter at village Sangiot in the Mendhar area of Poonch district. The encounter was continuing till last reports came in as a group of five to seven terrorists were still holed up in the area.
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May - 13 
According to a delayed media report, left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) abducted and later killed a tribal youth in Hatlanar village, Bastar district, on May 13.
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According to a delayed media report, left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) abducted and later killed a tribal youth in Hatlanar village, Bastar district, on May 13.
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May - 13 
According to media reports, the crime branch of Mumbai police, in Maharashtra have seized an arms dump allegedly hidden by Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) in a well in Padgah village. The arms dump recovered includ
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According to media reports, the crime branch of Mumbai police, in Maharashtra have seized an arms dump allegedly hidden by Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) in a well in Padgah village. The arms dump recovered includes an unspecified quantity of RDX and AK-46 rifles. The police suspect that the terrorists might have intended to target vital public installations in Mumbai using these arms and ammunition.
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May - 13 
According to official sources, based on specific information, security forces (SFs) launched a cordon-and-search operation in the Sedhau forest area of Shopian, Pulwama district of south Kashmir on May 13. According to the information, a large group
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According to official sources, based on specific information, security forces (SFs) launched a cordon-and-search operation in the Sedhau forest area of Shopian, Pulwama district of south Kashmir on May 13. According to the information, a large group of terrorist had infiltrated into the Kashmir Valley from the Rajouri-Poonch area of Jammu division en route to the Doda and Anantnag districts. During the consequent encounter, all seven terrorists, reportedly affiliated to the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen, were killed. Seven AK rifles and three wireless sets were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 13 
Another terrorist was shot dead by SF personnel in the Reasi area of Udhampur district on the same day. The encounter was continuing till last reports came in as the SFs detected the presence of some more terrorists in the area. In a separate inciden
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Another terrorist was shot dead by SF personnel in the Reasi area of Udhampur district on the same day. The encounter was continuing till last reports came in as the SFs detected the presence of some more terrorists in the area. In a separate incident, a Pakistan-based terrorist was killed at the Thanamandi area of Rajouri district. An AK rifle, four magazines and 35 rounds of ammunition were recovered from him.
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May - 13 
Defence Minister George Fernandes said in Bangalore on May 13 that infiltration into J&K was "looking down" at the moment. He said, "I have always said that infiltration has its ups and downs. At the moment, it is looking down and that does not mean
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Defence Minister George Fernandes said in Bangalore on May 13 that infiltration into J&K was "looking down" at the moment. He said, "I have always said that infiltration has its ups and downs. At the moment, it is looking down and that does not mean tomorrow, it may not go up."
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May - 13 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a former Naxalite near Yellampet in the Machareddy mandal (administrative unit) of Nizamabad district of Andhra Pradesh on May 13. Machareddy Sub Inspector of Police Sardar Singh w
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a former Naxalite near Yellampet in the Machareddy mandal (administrative unit) of Nizamabad district of Andhra Pradesh on May 13. Machareddy Sub Inspector of Police Sardar Singh was quoted as saying in a media report, "We are suspecting the involvement of a 12-member PWG gang belonging to the National Highway Area including DCM Swamy." The Naxalites also left behind a note in which they stated that they had killed him as he was extorting money in the name of the PWG. They also accused him of working as a police informer. The slain person, according to official sources, had earlier worked as ‘squad area committee member’ both in the Bheemgal-Sircilla Dalam (squad) and Kamareddy-Sircilla Dalam and had later surrendered to the police in November 2002.
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May - 13 
Media reports have indicated that the Kuki National Army (KNA) - armed wing of the Kuki National Organisation (KNO) - has indicated its willingness to hold peace talks with the Union Government. In a statement, the KNA leader Vipin Haokip on May 13 e
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Media reports have indicated that the Kuki National Army (KNA) - armed wing of the Kuki National Organisation (KNO) - has indicated its willingness to hold peace talks with the Union Government. In a statement, the KNA leader Vipin Haokip on May 13 expressed hope that the talks would lead to an amicable settlement to the outfit’s demand for a separate State.
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May - 13 
Media reports on May 13 said that the Assam Government has issued a communiqué to the police officials in various districts to identify individual persons and vital installations that the terrorists may intend to target. The directive was issued foll
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Media reports on May 13 said that the Assam Government has issued a communiqué to the police officials in various districts to identify individual persons and vital installations that the terrorists may intend to target. The directive was issued following killing of the State’s Veterinary and Hill Areas Development Minister, G.C. Langthasa’s son and one more person by unidentified terrorists at Haflong, North Cachar Hills district, on May 12.
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May - 13 
One Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed during an encounter at Dhanau Kandi Marg in Kulgam. However, his accomplice managed to escape.
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One Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed during an encounter at Dhanau Kandi Marg in Kulgam. However, his accomplice managed to escape.
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May - 13 
Other reports have said Prime Minister's Principal Secretary and National Security Adviser Brajesh Mishra in New Delhi, on May 13 appealed to the democratic countries of the world to come together to fight against international terrorism.
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Other reports have said Prime Minister's Principal Secretary and National Security Adviser Brajesh Mishra in New Delhi, on May 13 appealed to the democratic countries of the world to come together to fight against international terrorism.
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May - 13 
police in Haflong arrested 31 persons for their alleged involvement in the killing of the Minister’s son. Further, reports have said that security for the Minister and his kin has been upgraded in the wake of a perceived threat to the Minister from t
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police in Haflong arrested 31 persons for their alleged involvement in the killing of the Minister’s son. Further, reports have said that security for the Minister and his kin has been upgraded in the wake of a perceived threat to the Minister from the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the Hmar People’s Conference-Democrats (HPC-D) groups.
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May - 13 
Quoting military intelligence sources in New Delhi, media reports on May 13 have said that approximately 4,500 terrorists allegedly trained in Pakistan are waiting along the 740-km of Line of Control (LoC) to cross over into Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) f
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Quoting military intelligence sources in New Delhi, media reports on May 13 have said that approximately 4,500 terrorists allegedly trained in Pakistan are waiting along the 740-km of Line of Control (LoC) to cross over into Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) from "several launch pads". The intelligence sources also reportedly maintain that these terrorists are trained in camps located in places like Muridke in Pakistan. The officials also say that approximately 2,500 terrorists trained in Pakistan are currently operating in J&K.
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May - 13 
Reports from north Kashmir have indicated that unidentified terrorists forced their way into the residence of a civilian at Dardpora in the Kupwara district and shot dead his daughter. Reportedly, she was labeled as an informant of the security force
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Reports from north Kashmir have indicated that unidentified terrorists forced their way into the residence of a civilian at Dardpora in the Kupwara district and shot dead his daughter. Reportedly, she was labeled as an informant of the security forces by the terrorists. In another incident, a group of four terrorists abducted a civilian from his residence at Kasblari in the Mendhar area of Poonch district and later killed him. Another civilian, a resident of Gulnair Chandial in the Manjakote area of Rajouri district, was abducted from his residence and later reportedly beheaded by unidentified terrorists.
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May - 13 
Security forces defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which had been attached to a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinder at village Nerojal in the Thanamandi area of Rajouri district. Further, reports from Handwara said that two SF personnel
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Security forces defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which had been attached to a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinder at village Nerojal in the Thanamandi area of Rajouri district. Further, reports from Handwara said that two SF personnel and a counter-insurgent sustained injuries when they were neutralising an IED in the house of a civilian at Wudar Bala in the Rajwarh area.
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May - 13 
SF personnel destroyed a terrorist hideout at Hantar Narh village in the Surankote area of Poonch district and recovered one Pika gun, one Rocket Projectile Gun, a self-loading rifle, one pistol, 1281 AK rounds and some documents. However, no arrests
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SF personnel destroyed a terrorist hideout at Hantar Narh village in the Surankote area of Poonch district and recovered one Pika gun, one Rocket Projectile Gun, a self-loading rifle, one pistol, 1281 AK rounds and some documents. However, no arrests were made from the hideout. Another hideout was destroyed at Kuniyan forests, approximately two kilometers from the Poonch town. Recoveries made from the hideout included 50 AK rounds, one AK magazine, three jackets and 18 biscuit packets.
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May - 13 
The Additional Station House Officer of Karan Nagar Police Station in the capital city of Srinagar was killed by an unidentified terrorist. The terrorist managed to escape after the killing.
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The Additional Station House Officer of Karan Nagar Police Station in the capital city of Srinagar was killed by an unidentified terrorist. The terrorist managed to escape after the killing.
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May - 13 
Two police personnel were injured in a claymore mine blast triggered by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Mondigourelli village near Yacharam, approximately 50 kilometers from Hyderabad, capital city of Andhra Pradesh
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Two police personnel were injured in a claymore mine blast triggered by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Mondigourelli village near Yacharam, approximately 50 kilometers from Hyderabad, capital city of Andhra Pradesh on May 13. The incident occurred when a police party was undertaking combing operations as the Naxalites were reportedly camping in the area since the last few days. Police sources later indicated that approximately 20 PWG Naxalites belonging to the Rachakonda dalam (squad) carried out the attack.
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May - 13 
A powerful bomb explosion was reported outside the Christian Memorial School in the Bannu district on May 13. However, no causalities were reported.
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A powerful bomb explosion was reported outside the Christian Memorial School in the Bannu district on May 13. However, no causalities were reported.
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May - 13 
Police in the Bannu region of Peshawar seized a vehicle fitted with a time bomb on May 13 shortly after a crude device exploded outside a Christian school. The vehicle with 5-kg explosive packed in a tin canister fitted with a detonator and a timer w
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Police in the Bannu region of Peshawar seized a vehicle fitted with a time bomb on May 13 shortly after a crude device exploded outside a Christian school. The vehicle with 5-kg explosive packed in a tin canister fitted with a detonator and a timer was parked outside a hotel in the city's Lakki Gate area, said Bannu police chief Iqbal Khan. It was recovered approximately two hours after a small crude device exploded without causing any casualties outside a Christian missionary school, about half a kilometer away, he said.
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May - 13 
The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) indicated on May 13 that it would consider a cease-fire in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) only if India agrees to a list of demands, including self-determination for Kashmiris. "When they accept the disputed s
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The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) indicated on May 13 that it would consider a cease-fire in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) only if India agrees to a list of demands, including self-determination for Kashmiris. "When they accept the disputed status of Kashmir, reduce their troops, release the detainees, halt operations, then at that time if we have to lay down weapons, there is no harm in it," said HM chief Syed Salahuddin during an interview in Muzaffarabad, Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). "As a goodwill gesture, India should reduce the numerical strength of its troops in Kashmir to pre-1989 positions," added Salahuddin, referring to the year widely considered as the onset of terrorism in J&K.
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May - 13 
According to delayed reports Maoist insurgents allegedly abducted 17 persons from their residences at Aayom Village in Panchthar on May 13. Kin of the abducted persons have reported to the police that Maoists abducted them to ‘recruit’ in the ‘People
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According to delayed reports Maoist insurgents allegedly abducted 17 persons from their residences at Aayom Village in Panchthar on May 13. Kin of the abducted persons have reported to the police that Maoists abducted them to ‘recruit’ in the ‘People’s Army’.
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May - 13 
Media reports said a group of Maoist insurgents allegedly abducted five persons from the Phalaicha Village Development Committee area in Paachthar district on May 13. Kin of the abducted persons in a report to the police alleged that the abductions w
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Media reports said a group of Maoist insurgents allegedly abducted five persons from the Phalaicha Village Development Committee area in Paachthar district on May 13. Kin of the abducted persons in a report to the police alleged that the abductions were made to ‘recruit’ them in the ‘(Maoists’) peoples' army’.
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May - 13 
According to delayed reports, the railway police recovered arms and ammunition onboard an inter-city train in Khulna district on May 10. The arms recovered included a shutter gun, six bullets and a dagger, among other things. However, no one was arre
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According to delayed reports, the railway police recovered arms and ammunition onboard an inter-city train in Khulna district on May 10. The arms recovered included a shutter gun, six bullets and a dagger, among other things. However, no one was arrested in this connection.
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May - 13 
A delayed report said that eight People's Liberation Organization of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) members were injured when suspected LTTE cadres lobbed a bomb at the local PLOTE office in Batticaloa on May 13.
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A delayed report said that eight People's Liberation Organization of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) members were injured when suspected LTTE cadres lobbed a bomb at the local PLOTE office in Batticaloa on May 13.
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May - 13 
The Cabinet Spokesman and Minister GL Peiris said on May 13 that the Norwegian Foreign Minister Jan Petersen's would hold talks with Government officials in Colombo and later also visit Vanni on May 15 to meet the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LT
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The Cabinet Spokesman and Minister GL Peiris said on May 13 that the Norwegian Foreign Minister Jan Petersen's would hold talks with Government officials in Colombo and later also visit Vanni on May 15 to meet the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief Velupillai Prabhakaran to discuss resumption of the temporarily suspended peace talks.
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May - 14 
A civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists while in captivity at the Khawas village of Budhal area. Another civilian was killed by terrorists at his residence at Nagrota in the Rajouri district.
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A civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists while in captivity at the Khawas village of Budhal area. Another civilian was killed by terrorists at his residence at Nagrota in the Rajouri district.
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May - 14 
A group of NLFT terrorists abducted four persons, including two Government officials, from Tuichhama, under Kanchanpur subdivision (administrative unit), North Tripura district.
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A group of NLFT terrorists abducted four persons, including two Government officials, from Tuichhama, under Kanchanpur subdivision (administrative unit), North Tripura district.
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May - 14 
A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested in Topkoi village, Sundergarh district, on May 14. Police sources said the arrested Naxalite was persuading youths to join the MCC and had been acting as a conduit to su
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A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested in Topkoi village, Sundergarh district, on May 14. Police sources said the arrested Naxalite was persuading youths to join the MCC and had been acting as a conduit to supply ration for the MCC hideouts in Saranda forest on the Orissa-Jharkhand border.
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May - 14 
A security force (SF) personnel and a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed and another SF personnel was injured during an encounter that occurred after the SF convoy was attacked at village Chandyal in the Poonch district on May 14. An AK rifle
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A security force (SF) personnel and a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed and another SF personnel was injured during an encounter that occurred after the SF convoy was attacked at village Chandyal in the Poonch district on May 14. An AK rifle, a magazine and some ammunition were recovered from the incident-site. However, other terrorists of the group managed to escape during the encounter.
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May - 14 
According to a delayed media report, 18 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) surrendered before the district police chief at Jimalkatta village, Gadchiroli district, on May 8.
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According to a delayed media report, 18 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) surrendered before the district police chief at Jimalkatta village, Gadchiroli district, on May 8.
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May - 14 
According to media reports, police arrested 20 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and destroyed four of their camps during "Operation Hilltop" in Jhumra hills, Bokaro district. The 939-metre hill, spread over 300 sq.
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According to media reports, police arrested 20 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and destroyed four of their camps during "Operation Hilltop" in Jhumra hills, Bokaro district. The 939-metre hill, spread over 300 sq. km, had always been viewed as impenetrable by the police and was considered as a safe haven for the MCC Naxalites. The group reportedly held its State-level meetings in this area. Speaking to the media in Ranchi, Inspector General of Police (Operations), RC Kaithal, said, "Jhumra has been conquered." The operation was launched on May 12.
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May - 14 
According to media repots, three suspected Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) cadres were arrested on May 14 in connection with the seizure of arms and ammunition on May 13, from Padgah village in Thane district. Police also suspect their invo
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According to media repots, three suspected Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) cadres were arrested on May 14 in connection with the seizure of arms and ammunition on May 13, from Padgah village in Thane district. Police also suspect their involvement in the March 13 Mulund bomb blast case. With their arrest, the police claims to have unearthed a plot to cause major terrorist strikes in Mumbai and at various places in the Southern Indian State of Kerala.
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May - 14 
Another report has indicated that extortion from non-Karbis in parts of Karbi Anglong district by the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), a terrorist outfit of the Karbi tribe has increased in recent times.
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Another report has indicated that extortion from non-Karbis in parts of Karbi Anglong district by the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), a terrorist outfit of the Karbi tribe has increased in recent times.
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May - 14 
Delayed reports said that two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter with the security forces at an unnamed place in Assam’s Darrang district on May 14. A gun, an electric Improvised Electronic Device (IED) weig
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Delayed reports said that two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter with the security forces at an unnamed place in Assam’s Darrang district on May 14. A gun, an electric Improvised Electronic Device (IED) weighing three-kg, two electric detonators and seven live rounds, among other things, were recovered from the incident-site.
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May - 14 
Further, two foreign mercenaries were killed during an encounter at Sewer in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district.
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Further, two foreign mercenaries were killed during an encounter at Sewer in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district.
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May - 14 
In another incident, two persons were injured when suspected NLFT terrorists attacked a private gathering in the Kanchanmala area in the same district on the same day.
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In another incident, two persons were injured when suspected NLFT terrorists attacked a private gathering in the Kanchanmala area in the same district on the same day.
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May - 14 
Media reports said a suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorist was killed in an encounter in the south Gokulpur area of West Tripura district on May 14.
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Media reports said a suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorist was killed in an encounter in the south Gokulpur area of West Tripura district on May 14.
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May - 14 
Media reports said a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘sergeant’ was arrested by the police from a local bus stand at Adabari in Guwahati, Assam, on May 14. The police also recovered a grenade from his possession.
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Media reports said a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘sergeant’ was arrested by the police from a local bus stand at Adabari in Guwahati, Assam, on May 14. The police also recovered a grenade from his possession.
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May - 14 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists abducted two non-tribals from Jawharnagar under Ambassa police station limits, Dhalai district, on May 14.
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists abducted two non-tribals from Jawharnagar under Ambassa police station limits, Dhalai district, on May 14.
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May - 14 
On May 14, Meghalaya police unearthed an extortion racket allegedly being run by the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and arrested the outfit’s ‘assistant finance secretary’ identified as Heston Bohphang from his residence at Umpling in
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On May 14, Meghalaya police unearthed an extortion racket allegedly being run by the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and arrested the outfit’s ‘assistant finance secretary’ identified as Heston Bohphang from his residence at Umpling in Shillong, East Khasi Hills district. Later, the district police chief informed that a computer, approximately 58 HNLC letterheads, an unspecified number of money receipts, extortion notes and recruitment forms, among other things, were seized from his residence. Meanwhile, Bohphang has reportedly confessed that HNLC leaders in Bangladesh acquire land and property with the money extorted from Meghalaya.
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May - 14 
Reports from South Kashmir said that police recovered the dead body of a Special Police officer (SPO), Irshad Ahmed Malik, from a forest area in Tral, Pulwama district on May 14. Terrorists had abducted him on May 11.
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Reports from South Kashmir said that police recovered the dead body of a Special Police officer (SPO), Irshad Ahmed Malik, from a forest area in Tral, Pulwama district on May 14. Terrorists had abducted him on May 11.
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May - 14 
Security forces destroyed two terrorist hideouts in the Surankote area of Poonch district and at Rajouri district. Recoveries made from these hideouts included two Chinese pistols, three magazines, 94 rounds of ammunition, 105 UBGL grenades, seven ri
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Security forces destroyed two terrorist hideouts in the Surankote area of Poonch district and at Rajouri district. Recoveries made from these hideouts included two Chinese pistols, three magazines, 94 rounds of ammunition, 105 UBGL grenades, seven rifle grenades, 10 RPG rounds, three rockets, five smoke grenades, one RPG sight, five anti tank rifle grenades, 16 hand grenades, nine Chinese hand grenades, one Chinese rifle grenade, 129 Pika ammunition, seven LMG ammunition, 250 AK ammunition, one anti-personnel mine of Pakistan origin, 43 IED switches and a radio set. Meanwhile, unidentified terrorist set ablaze 2435 scants of timber at the Chewan forest area near Thathri in Doda district last night.
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May - 14 
Speaking to media persons, district police chief Mahesh Bhagwat said a special team consisting of Armed Reserve and Greyhounds personnel was sent to the area after police got a tip-off that a PWG platoon led by Lalithakka was in the area. One of the
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Speaking to media persons, district police chief Mahesh Bhagwat said a special team consisting of Armed Reserve and Greyhounds personnel was sent to the area after police got a tip-off that a PWG platoon led by Lalithakka was in the area. One of the patrols spotted a group of about 15 Naxalites on a hillock and in the ensuing encounter, the three Naxalites were killed. However, rest of the Naxalites managed to escape.
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May - 14 
Three women left-wing extremists—Naxalites—including a senior leader of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in an encounter near Agarguda village in Bejjur mandal (administrative unit), Adilabad district on May 14. The killed Naxalites have been
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Three women left-wing extremists—Naxalites—including a senior leader of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in an encounter near Agarguda village in Bejjur mandal (administrative unit), Adilabad district on May 14. The killed Naxalites have been identified as Ellanki Aruna alias Lalithakka, secretary of the PWG’s Adilabad district committee, her security guard Kamala and a Naxalite Anita. An AK-47 rifle, two .303 rifles, a single-bore gun and 12 kit bags were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 14 
While asserting that the US pressure on Pakistan to end cross-border terrorism was "not reassuring on the ground", the Indian Foreign Minister Yashwant Sinha pointed out on May 14 that an end to violence and dismantling of terrorist infrastructure by
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While asserting that the US pressure on Pakistan to end cross-border terrorism was "not reassuring on the ground", the Indian Foreign Minister Yashwant Sinha pointed out on May 14 that an end to violence and dismantling of terrorist infrastructure by Pakistan is a "practical necessity" for improving bilateral relations. During an hour-long meeting with Sinha in Moscow, the US Secretary of State Colin Powell assured him that Washington would continue to stress upon Pakistan the need to take action on cross-border terrorist activities. Sinha stressed upon the need to ensuring that the process of re-engagement with Pakistan "is not disrupted by terrorist attacks and that an end to cross-border terrorism by Pakistan is a practical necessity." Both Sinha and Powell are on bilateral visits to the Russian capital.
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May - 14 
The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salahuddin denied that there were any terrorist training camps in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). On the contrary, he claimed that terrorists were securing training inside the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir
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The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salahuddin denied that there were any terrorist training camps in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). On the contrary, he claimed that terrorists were securing training inside the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Salahuddin stated this during an interview to a Japanese news agency on May 14. He also pointed out that there were mobile training camps as the geography of J&K, its forests and mountains provided very suitable conditions for guerrilla warfare. Hundreds of such camps have been operating in the Kashmir Valley for the past many years, he claimed.
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May - 14 
The Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) government on May 14 announced a ban on the entry of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Maulana Masood Azhar into the region. Azhar was scheduled to attend a public meeting in the Kotli district of PoK on May 15, today,
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The Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) government on May 14 announced a ban on the entry of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Maulana Masood Azhar into the region. Azhar was scheduled to attend a public meeting in the Kotli district of PoK on May 15, today, in connection with the holy day of Eid Milad-un-Nabi. "Keeping in view the government of Pakistan's policy, it is suggested that Maulana Masood Azhar should not be allowed to enter Azad Jammu and Kashmir [PoK] so as to avoid a law and order situation," an unnamed official was quoted as saying. Meanwhile, an unnamed security official in Islamabad said that the ban was indefinite. Azhar, speaking from his Bahawalpur residence, said that the move was aimed at appeasing India. "It is unjustified to stop me from going to Kashmir to express solidarity with freedom struggle in held Kashmir," said Azhar.
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May - 14 
According to media reports, on May 14, the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) denied that they have received any order from the Government that would restrict their movement within five kilometers of their barracks in the Maoist areas. RNA spokesperson Deepak Gu
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According to media reports, on May 14, the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) denied that they have received any order from the Government that would restrict their movement within five kilometers of their barracks in the Maoist areas. RNA spokesperson Deepak Gurung said, "… the Amy has not received any such directive. The old order stands. We will continue to work on the basis on old instructions."
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May - 14 
Maoist leaders Baburam Bhattarai and Matrika Yadav discussed the ongoing peace process and other political activities with members of the civil society in Kathmandu on the same day.
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Maoist leaders Baburam Bhattarai and Matrika Yadav discussed the ongoing peace process and other political activities with members of the civil society in Kathmandu on the same day.
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May - 14 
The Government’s spokesperson for peace talks and Communications Minister Ramesh Nath Pandey, while talking to a news agency reportedly said, "The idea to restrict the movement of the Royal Nepal Army to within a five kilometer perimeter is only a pr
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The Government’s spokesperson for peace talks and Communications Minister Ramesh Nath Pandey, while talking to a news agency reportedly said, "The idea to restrict the movement of the Royal Nepal Army to within a five kilometer perimeter is only a proposal. The minutes of the decisions taken at the talks have yet to be signed by the convenors of both teams. The processes as per the constitution are yet to be fulfilled and it is something ahead of time." Separately, Dev Gurung, politburo member of the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoists (CPN-M) and a member of Maoists’ peace talk team has warned that the fate of the third round of talks between the Government and Maoists would depend on the former’s decision to implement this ‘decision’ as ‘agreed’ to at the second round talks held on May 9.
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May - 14 
A Government official has alleged that the reconstruction process in the North-East was stalled because the LTTE is yet to endorse the North-East Reconstruction Fund (NERF) agreement. He said, "The document has been sitting with World Bank officials
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A Government official has alleged that the reconstruction process in the North-East was stalled because the LTTE is yet to endorse the North-East Reconstruction Fund (NERF) agreement. He said, "The document has been sitting with World Bank officials in Colombo for the past five days. The officials are waiting for an opportunity to meet Thamilchelvan (the LTTE political wing chief) but the meeting has not been fixed as Thamilchelvan is evidently very busy in Kilinochchi."
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May - 14 
The visiting US Assistant Secretary of State Christina Rocca, while speaking in Colombo on May 14 called upon the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to participate in the Tokyo donor conference to be held in June. She said that the LTTE should d
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The visiting US Assistant Secretary of State Christina Rocca, while speaking in Colombo on May 14 called upon the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to participate in the Tokyo donor conference to be held in June. She said that the LTTE should do so "in the best interest of the peace process, the Tamil people, and the Tigers themselves." Also, media reports from India have indicated that the Indian Government is yet to decide on its participation in the conference.
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May - 15 
A repot on May 15 has indicated that the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) would not carry out retaliatory attacks to avenge the killing of State Veterinary Minister G.C. Langthasa’s son. As reported earlier, the Minister’s son was killed by unidentified terro
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A repot on May 15 has indicated that the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) would not carry out retaliatory attacks to avenge the killing of State Veterinary Minister G.C. Langthasa’s son. As reported earlier, the Minister’s son was killed by unidentified terrorists on May 12. The DHD ‘vice-chairman’ Dilip Nunisa reportedly met the authorities at Haflong, North Cachar Hills district headquarter to convey this. The DHD is a terrorist outfit of the Dimasa tribe, to which the Minister belongs to.
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May - 15 
A ULFA terrorist also surrendered before the police in Nagaon district, on May 15, in a separate incident.
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A ULFA terrorist also surrendered before the police in Nagaon district, on May 15, in a separate incident.
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May - 15 
According to media reports, 27 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) surrendered at Bhanupratap Pur, Kanker district, on May 15.
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According to media reports, 27 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) surrendered at Bhanupratap Pur, Kanker district, on May 15.
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May - 15 
According to media reports, bodies of two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were recovered from the Umrakoling area under the Palkot police station limits, Gumla district on May 15. Reports said the Naxalites, includ
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According to media reports, bodies of two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were recovered from the Umrakoling area under the Palkot police station limits, Gumla district on May 15. Reports said the Naxalites, including an ‘area commander’, were killed by some unidentified assailants.
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May - 15 
According to media reports, two persons– a member of the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) and a secretary of local Market Committee in the West Garo Hills district, escaped from an unidentified terrorist hideout to safety on May 15. Sus
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According to media reports, two persons– a member of the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) and a secretary of local Market Committee in the West Garo Hills district, escaped from an unidentified terrorist hideout to safety on May 15. Suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and Hajong United Liberation Army (HULA) terrorists reportedly abducted them on May 1 near Garobadha, in the same District.
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May - 15 
According to media repots, a fidayeen (suicide terrorist) in police uniform carried out a attack outside an army unit in the Poonch town on May 15 killing one security force (SF) personnel, before escaping from the spot.
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According to media repots, a fidayeen (suicide terrorist) in police uniform carried out a attack outside an army unit in the Poonch town on May 15 killing one security force (SF) personnel, before escaping from the spot.
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May - 15 
Another report, on May 15 has indicated that the outfit was considering the Government’s offer of peace talks. The report quoted an unnamed official as saying "There is a strong possibility that the NDFB has undertaken the massive extortion drive to
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Another report, on May 15 has indicated that the outfit was considering the Government’s offer of peace talks. The report quoted an unnamed official as saying "There is a strong possibility that the NDFB has undertaken the massive extortion drive to collect enough funds to survive the period when they sit for talks. Once they come forward for talks, there will be several restrictions on such illegal and forced collection of funds."
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May - 15 
Delayed media reports said, four terrorists affiliated to the proscribed Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) were arrested from a hideout at Ampati in West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, on May 15. An unspecified quantity of M-20 ammunition and
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Delayed media reports said, four terrorists affiliated to the proscribed Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) were arrested from a hideout at Ampati in West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, on May 15. An unspecified quantity of M-20 ammunition and grenades were recovered from the hideout along with several incriminating documents.
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May - 15 
Four persons, including two terrorists, a Special Police Officer (SPO) and a civilian, were killed during an encounter at Banyali in the Mendhar area of Poonch district on the same day. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were rec
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Four persons, including two terrorists, a Special Police Officer (SPO) and a civilian, were killed during an encounter at Banyali in the Mendhar area of Poonch district on the same day. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter site. Official sources said that the encounter was continuing as at least three more terrorists were still trapped in the area.
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May - 15 
In another incident, a civilian was killed due to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in the forest area of Khundroo Rainipora in Anantnag district.
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In another incident, a civilian was killed due to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in the forest area of Khundroo Rainipora in Anantnag district.
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May - 15 
In another incident, in the same district, police arrested a Naxalite of the MCC near Birjudih Tangda village.
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In another incident, in the same district, police arrested a Naxalite of the MCC near Birjudih Tangda village.
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May - 15 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Praja Prathighatana group set ablaze a vehicle on the outskirts of Mirudhoddi village, Medak district, on May 15-night. Media reports said approximately four Naxalites went to the village and enquired about the o
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Praja Prathighatana group set ablaze a vehicle on the outskirts of Mirudhoddi village, Medak district, on May 15-night. Media reports said approximately four Naxalites went to the village and enquired about the owner of the vehicle. They asked the labourers to move away and poured petrol on the tyres and set fire to the vehicle. The Naxalites also reportedly left behind a letter warning against illegal transportation of sand in the area.
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May - 15 
Media reports said that at least 50 unidentified armed terrorists attacked the Jiribam police station in Imphal East district of Manipur on May 15. The police returned the fire to counter the attack and the terrorists escaped under the cover of darkn
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Media reports said that at least 50 unidentified armed terrorists attacked the Jiribam police station in Imphal East district of Manipur on May 15. The police returned the fire to counter the attack and the terrorists escaped under the cover of darkness following the ensuing encounter. No casualty on either side has been reported.
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May - 15 
Media reports said, acting on a tip off, security forces on May 15 arrested the ‘deputy commander-in-chief’ of the proscribed National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), identified as B. Olongbar alias Ajay Brahma who was undergoing treatment at a
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Media reports said, acting on a tip off, security forces on May 15 arrested the ‘deputy commander-in-chief’ of the proscribed National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), identified as B. Olongbar alias Ajay Brahma who was undergoing treatment at a local hospital in Guwahati, capital city of Assam, under a pseudo name.
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May - 15 
Media reports said, after a meeting with the visiting Indian Foreign Minister Yashwant Sinha in Moscow on May 15, Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov in a statement has asked Pakistan to terminate cross-border terrorism into the Indian State of Jamm
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Media reports said, after a meeting with the visiting Indian Foreign Minister Yashwant Sinha in Moscow on May 15, Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov in a statement has asked Pakistan to terminate cross-border terrorism into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. He also reportedly asked Pakistan to dismantle all terrorist training camps on its territory. He appreciated India's peace initiative to normalise relations with Islamabad, the reports added.
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May - 15 
Police on May 15 have recovered eight country-made pipeguns, two cannon type guns, one sword and a telephone set and also arrested 11 persons in this connection from Lower Moulhoi village, Haflong, in North Cachar district.
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Police on May 15 have recovered eight country-made pipeguns, two cannon type guns, one sword and a telephone set and also arrested 11 persons in this connection from Lower Moulhoi village, Haflong, in North Cachar district.
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May - 15 
The Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Government on May 15 released a senior secessionist leader, Mukhtar Ahmad Sofi, after approximately 20 months of detention in an interrogation centre. Sofi, a senior leader of the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples’ League, a const
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The Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Government on May 15 released a senior secessionist leader, Mukhtar Ahmad Sofi, after approximately 20 months of detention in an interrogation centre. Sofi, a senior leader of the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples’ League, a constituent of the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), is the third leader set free within a fortnight. Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) leader Noor Mohammad Khalwal and Jamaat-e-Islami leader Qazi Ahadullah were released on May 3 and 8, respectively. Sofi was arrested on September 14, 2001, from the Lal Chowk area in Srinagar, capital of J&K, and charged under the Public Safety Act.
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May - 15 
Yet another report has indicated that the ULFA has floated an ‘overground wing’ under the name of Asom Jatiya Parishad. Quoting unnamed police sources, the report also said that the outfit formed the ‘organisation’ to cover up increasing criticism of
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Yet another report has indicated that the ULFA has floated an ‘overground wing’ under the name of Asom Jatiya Parishad. Quoting unnamed police sources, the report also said that the outfit formed the ‘organisation’ to cover up increasing criticism of its activities by the public.
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May - 15 
According to a delayed report, one person was killed and 11 others injured when members of two religious sects opened fire on each other in the Jaranwala area of Faisalabad on May 15. The incident occurred after a religious procession of the Sunnis w
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According to a delayed report, one person was killed and 11 others injured when members of two religious sects opened fire on each other in the Jaranwala area of Faisalabad on May 15. The incident occurred after a religious procession of the Sunnis was attacked by a rival group near a mosque.
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May - 15 
Five persons were injured during serial bomb blasts at 21 British and US gas stations in Karachi on May 15. Reports have indicated that small bombs exploded at 19 Shell petrol stations and two belonging to Caltex in Karachi. Shell Pakistan, owned by
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Five persons were injured during serial bomb blasts at 21 British and US gas stations in Karachi on May 15. Reports have indicated that small bombs exploded at 19 Shell petrol stations and two belonging to Caltex in Karachi. Shell Pakistan, owned by the Royal Dutch/Shell Group, said one customer, three station attendants and a security guard received minor injuries in the attacks. Police sources said that and two stations belonging to Caltex Pakistan, a subsidiary of the US enterprise Caltex, were attacked. Reportedly, small devices were packed into boxes placed in garbage bins at the gas stations. Consequently, security has been tightened at all foreign business interests in Karachi. Meanwhile, Kashif Jalal, an official of the police Bomb Disposal Squad, said the explosions were caused by time bombs, each weighing about 0.4 pounds. Separately, the Sindh range Inspector General of Police Kamal Shah while terming the blasts as a terrorist act added, "Shell pumps will always be on the hit-list as it is a foreign enterprise and we have also taken precautions for the security of food chains KFCs, Macdonald's and Pizza Hut."
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May - 15 
Maulana Masood Azhar, chief of the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), arrived in Kotli in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) on May 15 despite a ban on his entry. He was already present in the area before the ban was announced, said official sources. As r
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Maulana Masood Azhar, chief of the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), arrived in Kotli in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) on May 15 despite a ban on his entry. He was already present in the area before the ban was announced, said official sources. As reported earlier, the Pakistan Government on May 14 announced a ban on his entry into PoK and had ordered the setting up of pickets to prevent him from addressing a public rally in Kotli.
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May - 15 
The Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) in a statement from Muzaffarabad in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) has rejected the recent peace moves between Pakistan and India and said that Jehad was "the only way to end Indian rule in Kashmir." LeT chief Hafiz Mohamma
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The Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) in a statement from Muzaffarabad in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) has rejected the recent peace moves between Pakistan and India and said that Jehad was "the only way to end Indian rule in Kashmir." LeT chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed said that the peace process was aimed at weakening the ‘Muslim insurgency’ in Kashmir. "Kashmir cannot be settled on the negotiating table… The solution lies in jihad (holy war), not in dialogue," added Saeed.
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May - 15 
Three suspected Al Qaeda operatives, including an Arab, were arrested in Karachi on May 15. The foreign national, identified as Iffan-ul-Hassham, was detained during an overnight raid at a hideout on the outskirts of Karachi during which a laptop com
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Three suspected Al Qaeda operatives, including an Arab, were arrested in Karachi on May 15. The foreign national, identified as Iffan-ul-Hassham, was detained during an overnight raid at a hideout on the outskirts of Karachi during which a laptop computer and a satellite phone were seized. Two more men, both Pakistanis, were later detained based on information provided by Hassham.
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May - 15 
Amnesty International on May 15 urged the government and the Maoists to ensure for an effective, independent and impartial monitoring system to prevent human rights abuses in the country.
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Amnesty International on May 15 urged the government and the Maoists to ensure for an effective, independent and impartial monitoring system to prevent human rights abuses in the country.
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May - 15 
Baburam Bhattarai attended a meeting of the coalition of 11 left parties, which is supporting an anti-King agitation, in Kathmandu on May 15.
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Baburam Bhattarai attended a meeting of the coalition of 11 left parties, which is supporting an anti-King agitation, in Kathmandu on May 15.
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May - 15 
In another development, Bhattarai and another Government Spokesperson for the peace talks, the Physical Planning Minister Narayan Singh Pun, attended a signature campaign launched by the Civil Solidarity Committee for Peace in support of the ongoing
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In another development, Bhattarai and another Government Spokesperson for the peace talks, the Physical Planning Minister Narayan Singh Pun, attended a signature campaign launched by the Civil Solidarity Committee for Peace in support of the ongoing peace talks.
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May - 15 
Other reports have said that the Maoists have demanded a clarification from the government on a reported statement of the Government’s spokesperson for peace talks Ramesh Nath Pandey in which he had allegedly said that restriction on the movement of
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Other reports have said that the Maoists have demanded a clarification from the government on a reported statement of the Government’s spokesperson for peace talks Ramesh Nath Pandey in which he had allegedly said that restriction on the movement of the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) in Maoist areas was only a ‘proposal’.
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May - 15 
The chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai has put forth five demands from the Maoists’ side at a press conference in Anamnagar on May 15. The demands include, recall of the government negotiators who make controversial statements, release of thre
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The chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai has put forth five demands from the Maoists’ side at a press conference in Anamnagar on May 15. The demands include, recall of the government negotiators who make controversial statements, release of three central committee members as agreed to in the second round of talks on May 9, a restriction on the RNA on making statements on the cease-fire and the code of conduct, and an end to interference by external powers.
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May - 15 
According to media reports, police arrested nine Indian nationals for their alleged links with an unidentified terrorist outfit active in the North-Eastern Indian State of Tripura on May 15. They were arrested while traveling in a vehicle on the Comi
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According to media reports, police arrested nine Indian nationals for their alleged links with an unidentified terrorist outfit active in the North-Eastern Indian State of Tripura on May 15. They were arrested while traveling in a vehicle on the Comilla-Sylhet road at Syedabad in Kasba upazila (administrative unit).
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May - 15 
The detective branch of police arrested a cadre of the outlawed left wing extremist, Purba Bangla Communist Party (PBCP), on May 15 from Daulatpur in Khulna. The police later recovered a revolver and four rounds of ammunition on the basis of informat
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The detective branch of police arrested a cadre of the outlawed left wing extremist, Purba Bangla Communist Party (PBCP), on May 15 from Daulatpur in Khulna. The police later recovered a revolver and four rounds of ammunition on the basis of information provided by him from a local graveyard.
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May - 15 
According to reports, at a meeting with the Norwegian Foreign Minister Jan Petersen and his deputy Vidar Helgesen, on May 15, at Kilinochchi, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief Velupillai Prabhakaran reiterated that a formal mechanism
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According to reports, at a meeting with the Norwegian Foreign Minister Jan Petersen and his deputy Vidar Helgesen, on May 15, at Kilinochchi, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief Velupillai Prabhakaran reiterated that a formal mechanism to administer funds for the reconstruction of the North-East be set up as a prerequisite for the group to participate at the Tokyo donor conference to he held in June. Later, the LTTE spokesperson Daya Master reportedly said, "There is no change in the LTTE position (on boycotting the Tokyo talks). It will depend on the Government's response." Japan had asked both, the LTTE and the Government, to declare their intention in this regard by May 14.
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May - 15 
LTTE cadres also killed a former member of the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organization (TELO) in Vavuniya.
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LTTE cadres also killed a former member of the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organization (TELO) in Vavuniya.
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May - 15 
Media reports said that a "security forces informant" was killed in Batticaloa on May 13, allegedly by a group of suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres.
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Media reports said that a "security forces informant" was killed in Batticaloa on May 13, allegedly by a group of suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres.
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May - 15 
Other reports have indicated that the Government has expressed its intention to set up the ‘structure’ demanded by the LTTE for reconstruction in the North-East. However, the Government also wants the LTTE to discuss the same before it is formed. An
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Other reports have indicated that the Government has expressed its intention to set up the ‘structure’ demanded by the LTTE for reconstruction in the North-East. However, the Government also wants the LTTE to discuss the same before it is formed. An unnamed senior official reportedly said, "The government cannot unilaterally set up structures as we don’t know what the LTTE has in mind. Both sides must discuss these issues."
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May - 15 
Thailand has asked Sri Lanka to join a probe into the arrest of three LTTE cadres in that country. The police arrested them along with 13 pistols and 45,000 rounds of ammunition, among other things, in Bangkok, the Thai capital.
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Thailand has asked Sri Lanka to join a probe into the arrest of three LTTE cadres in that country. The police arrested them along with 13 pistols and 45,000 rounds of ammunition, among other things, in Bangkok, the Thai capital.
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May - 16 
A fidayeen (suicide terrorist), who had escaped from the Poonch town on May 15 after killing a security force (SF) personnel near the airfield, was killed during an encounter near Betar nullah on May 16. He has been identified as Ghulam Hassan Haider
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A fidayeen (suicide terrorist), who had escaped from the Poonch town on May 15 after killing a security force (SF) personnel near the airfield, was killed during an encounter near Betar nullah on May 16. He has been identified as Ghulam Hassan Haider alias Abu Bakar, a Pakistani affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group. One AK rifle, five magazines, four hand grenades, a pouch and Rupees 920 in Indian currency were recovered from him.
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May - 16 
According to media reports, Madhya Pradesh Police seized 10,000 non-electric detonators, 7,000 safety fuses, 2,000 gelatin rods and 3,800 electric detonators, among other things, and arrested three persons in this connection in Gwalior on May 16.
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According to media reports, Madhya Pradesh Police seized 10,000 non-electric detonators, 7,000 safety fuses, 2,000 gelatin rods and 3,800 electric detonators, among other things, and arrested three persons in this connection in Gwalior on May 16.
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An estimated 12 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) and the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were arrested at different places in the State on May 16 and 17. Official sources said 10 PWG Naxalites were arrested from forest are
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An estimated 12 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) and the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were arrested at different places in the State on May 16 and 17. Official sources said 10 PWG Naxalites were arrested from forest areas near Dimiriguda village, Korapur district during a combing operation. Separately, two MCC Naxalites were arrested from Tapkoi village, Sundergarh district, bordering Jharkhand.
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May - 16 
In its fortnightly mouthpiece Freedom, the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on May 16 has alleged that the prevailing conflict situation in the North East is a fallout of the policies adopted by the Indian Government. The outfit alle
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In its fortnightly mouthpiece Freedom, the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on May 16 has alleged that the prevailing conflict situation in the North East is a fallout of the policies adopted by the Indian Government. The outfit alleged, "In Northeast region India has been administering this policy of ‘divide and destroy’ inside the every possible ethnic gap turning it nearly to a green-Afghanistan at the tail of Eastern Himalaya." The outfit has also alleged that the Government does not want to resolve the conflict. It said, "India’s sole motive of peace offers are not meant to resolute the conflict but to contain the armed resistance at a desired level. It is already proved in the last six years." Further, the outfit conceded that interests of various (insurgent) groups might clash and that various groups in the region should not attempt to solve the issues separately. It said, "Henceforth, nobody should dream to solve any specific national problem without the support of contiguous fraternal nations…" Besides, the outfit also warned the Government not to adopt the Mizo model to tackle the demands made by it. It said, "….it will be a futile try for Indian government to solve the ongoing conflicts according to the style of Mizoram. Military pressure will not work…." The outfit suggested, "Hence, what ULFA proposes India is to deal all the conflicts in the region formulating a declared political common minimum strategy…." However, the outfit reiterated the preconditions for talks–— a foreign country as venue, inclusion of the issue of "Assam sovereignty" on the agenda and the presence of a United Nations representative. Tags
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May - 16 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), an outfit of the Nagas, has reportedly urged that ‘peace and unity of the Nagas’ should be the primary criteria while negotiating political issues in Nagaland. The NSCN-K in a press release of
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), an outfit of the Nagas, has reportedly urged that ‘peace and unity of the Nagas’ should be the primary criteria while negotiating political issues in Nagaland. The NSCN-K in a press release of May 16 also termed the 16-point agreement concluded in July 1960 between the Naga People's Convention (NPC) and the Government of India that stipulated inter alia full statehood of Nagaland, as the ‘seed of hatred and division’ among the Nagas. The press release also appealed to the Nagas to revive and protect the ‘old regent and political philosophy of the Nagas for sovereignty’.
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May - 16 
Official sources in north Kashmir said that one SF personnel was killed and two others sustained injuries during an encounter at Shoga Baba Saheb in the Bandipore forest area. However, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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Official sources in north Kashmir said that one SF personnel was killed and two others sustained injuries during an encounter at Shoga Baba Saheb in the Bandipore forest area. However, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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May - 16 
One unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation in the Ichhama village of Beerwah area in Budgam district.
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One unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation in the Ichhama village of Beerwah area in Budgam district.
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May - 16 
Reports from Udhampur district have indicated that one SF personnel was killed and another injured during an encounter in Mahore. However, the terrorists, reportedly numbering between five to seven, managed to escape during the gun-battle.
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Reports from Udhampur district have indicated that one SF personnel was killed and another injured during an encounter in Mahore. However, the terrorists, reportedly numbering between five to seven, managed to escape during the gun-battle.
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May - 16 
Reports said National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists on May 16 abducted a young tribal girl from the Tilla bazar (market) area in Kanchanpur subdivision, North Tripura district.
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Reports said National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists on May 16 abducted a young tribal girl from the Tilla bazar (market) area in Kanchanpur subdivision, North Tripura district.
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May - 16 
Security forces recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), weighing 25 kilograms, two anti-personnel mines and some detonators during a search operation in the Banihal area of Doda district. Two more IEDs were recovered by the SFs during a searc
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Security forces recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), weighing 25 kilograms, two anti-personnel mines and some detonators during a search operation in the Banihal area of Doda district. Two more IEDs were recovered by the SFs during a search operation in the Khari area of Banihal.
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May - 16 
Speaking to media persons on May 16 in Hyderabad, the Andhra Pradesh Police Chief P Ramulu has said that approximately 50 suspected agents of the Pakistani external agency, the Inter Service Intelligence (ISI), are under surveillance in the Telangana
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Speaking to media persons on May 16 in Hyderabad, the Andhra Pradesh Police Chief P Ramulu has said that approximately 50 suspected agents of the Pakistani external agency, the Inter Service Intelligence (ISI), are under surveillance in the Telangana region of the State. He reportedly said, "We have not arrested them but are watching their movements very closely".
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May - 16 
The State Government has identified 15 hotbeds of left-wing extremists—Naxalites—in Jharkhand. Speaking to media persons in Ranchi, the State Home Secretary, JB Tubid, said a process is on to weaken the Naxalite support bases in these areas. The curr
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The State Government has identified 15 hotbeds of left-wing extremists—Naxalites—in Jharkhand. Speaking to media persons in Ranchi, the State Home Secretary, JB Tubid, said a process is on to weaken the Naxalite support bases in these areas. The current operation is reportedly part of the Government’s two-pronged strategy to weed out Naxalism from the State. The strategy is to step up the pressure on Naxalites; and identify the elements acting as the Naxalites’ conduits."
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May - 16 
Two foreign mercenaries and one SF personnel were killed in an encounter at village Hayatpura in the Rajouri district on May 16. The slain terrorists have been identified as Zulfikar Ali, a ‘district commander’ and Khurshid Ahmed, a ‘tehsil commander
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Two foreign mercenaries and one SF personnel were killed in an encounter at village Hayatpura in the Rajouri district on May 16. The slain terrorists have been identified as Zulfikar Ali, a ‘district commander’ and Khurshid Ahmed, a ‘tehsil commander’ of the LeT. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from their possession.
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May - 16 
Unidentified terrorists shot dead a civilian in the Panzla area of Rafiabad. He has been reportedly labeled as an informant of the security forces.
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Unidentified terrorists shot dead a civilian in the Panzla area of Rafiabad. He has been reportedly labeled as an informant of the security forces.
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May - 16 
Police recovered a large cache of explosive material, arms and ammunition from the Khanpur Mehar area of Ghotki district in Sukkur on May 16 and arrested two persons. They reportedly recovered 40kg of explosive material, 20 hand grenades, three Kalas
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Police recovered a large cache of explosive material, arms and ammunition from the Khanpur Mehar area of Ghotki district in Sukkur on May 16 and arrested two persons. They reportedly recovered 40kg of explosive material, 20 hand grenades, three Kalashnikovs, one double barrel gun and an unspecified quantity of ammunition.
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May - 16 
A media report on May 16 has said that the Government spokesperson for the peace talks and Physical Planning Minister Narayan Singh Pun has clarified that at the second round of peace talks with the Maoist leaders on May 9, it was indeed decided to r
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A media report on May 16 has said that the Government spokesperson for the peace talks and Physical Planning Minister Narayan Singh Pun has clarified that at the second round of peace talks with the Maoist leaders on May 9, it was indeed decided to restrict the movement of the personnel of the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) within five kilometers of the barracks in the Maoist areas. He was speaking to the media on May 16 in Hetauda.
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May - 16 
The conclave of the 11 left parties on May 16 decided to form an 11-member working committee, represented by each party including the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoists (CPN-M), to draft a common programme on the ongoing Government-Maoists peace talks
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The conclave of the 11 left parties on May 16 decided to form an 11-member working committee, represented by each party including the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoists (CPN-M), to draft a common programme on the ongoing Government-Maoists peace talks and anti-King movement.
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May - 17 
A group of Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) attacked a cement factory in Damaracharla mandal in Nalgonda district and looted 50 electric detonators and 2,502 starter delay detonators worth Rupees 15,000, on May 17. According to the police, N
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A group of Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) attacked a cement factory in Damaracharla mandal in Nalgonda district and looted 50 electric detonators and 2,502 starter delay detonators worth Rupees 15,000, on May 17. According to the police, Naxalites of the Naguleti dalam were involved in the attack.
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May - 17 
A left wing extremist––Naxalite of the Communist Party of United States of India (CPUSI) was killed in an encounter in Chintakhani village of Kataram mandal (administrative unit), in Karimnagar district, Andhra Pradesh, on May 17. However, his two as
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A left wing extremist––Naxalite of the Communist Party of United States of India (CPUSI) was killed in an encounter in Chintakhani village of Kataram mandal (administrative unit), in Karimnagar district, Andhra Pradesh, on May 17. However, his two associates escaped from the incident site. The slain Naxalites belonged to the Gautham dalam (squad) of the outfit.
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May - 17 
According to media reports, acting on a tip off, on May 17, Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officials seized approximately 10 kg of heroin from a residence in Kolampalayam in Erode district of Tamil Nadu. Besides drugs, Rupees 19,200 in Indian currenc
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According to media reports, acting on a tip off, on May 17, Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officials seized approximately 10 kg of heroin from a residence in Kolampalayam in Erode district of Tamil Nadu. Besides drugs, Rupees 19,200 in Indian currency and an unspecified amount of Sri Lankan and US currency were also recovered. Two persons were arrested in this connection. The value of the seized contraband is estimated to be at Rupees 104 million in the international market. The NCB South Zonal Unit Director, Shankar Jiwal, later informed the media that the narcotics was being procured from Madhya Pradesh to be smuggled into Sri Lanka via Madurai. He also said that the zonal unit has during the current year seized about 65 kg of heroin, all allegedly being smuggled to Sri Lanka.
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May - 17 
According to media reports, on May 17, the Union Government extended the ban on the proscribed Deendar Anjuman for two more years under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, effective from April 26, 2003. The outfit is also proscribed under the P
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According to media reports, on May 17, the Union Government extended the ban on the proscribed Deendar Anjuman for two more years under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, effective from April 26, 2003. The outfit is also proscribed under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), 2002. The outfit was first banned on April 27, 2000.
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May - 17 
According to official sources, in a major ongoing operation, the army, using Mi-17 helicopters and mountain artillery, have killed approximately 65 Pakistani terrorists in over six weeks to clear a vast area near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sura
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According to official sources, in a major ongoing operation, the army, using Mi-17 helicopters and mountain artillery, have killed approximately 65 Pakistani terrorists in over six weeks to clear a vast area near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Surankote area of Poonch district where the mercenaries had set up ‘command centres’. Army officials were quoted as saying that groups like Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), LeT, Al Badr and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) had over a period of time set up fortifications in the dense forest areas and had been using these bases to facilitate terrorist infiltration into Jammu district and Kulgam, Shopian and Pulwama areas of the Kashmir Valley. SFs, in a major operation, which commenced in the first week of April, launched an attack to destroy these bases and convert some of them into SF camps.
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May - 17 
Acting on a tip off, Delhi Police on May 17, recovered 61 kg poppy husk from a car at Singhu, North-West Delhi and arrested one person in this connection.
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Acting on a tip off, Delhi Police on May 17, recovered 61 kg poppy husk from a car at Singhu, North-West Delhi and arrested one person in this connection.
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May - 17 
An IED planted in a Government school at Shumnag in Kupwara district exploded, causing some damage to the building.
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An IED planted in a Government school at Shumnag in Kupwara district exploded, causing some damage to the building.
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May - 17 
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel arrested a Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist in the Chansi forest area in Kalakote of Rajouri District. Two grenades were recovered from him, said BSF sources.
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel arrested a Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist in the Chansi forest area in Kalakote of Rajouri District. Two grenades were recovered from him, said BSF sources.
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May - 17 
In another incident, women of Kandlapalli village in Karimnagar district assaulted Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) and chased them when they raided the village to kill the husband of the Sarpanch (village head), on May 17.
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In another incident, women of Kandlapalli village in Karimnagar district assaulted Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) and chased them when they raided the village to kill the husband of the Sarpanch (village head), on May 17.
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May - 17 
Media reports said that two suspected terrorists were killed in an encounter at Heirok Laishram Leikai in Manipur’s Thoubal district on May 17. A grenade was reportedly recovered from the possession of the slain terrorists. Their outfit identity coul
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Media reports said that two suspected terrorists were killed in an encounter at Heirok Laishram Leikai in Manipur’s Thoubal district on May 17. A grenade was reportedly recovered from the possession of the slain terrorists. Their outfit identity could not be ascertained immediately.
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May - 17 
Other reports have indicated that Meghalaya police have launched a search in Ri Bhoi district to track some Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) hideouts.
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Other reports have indicated that Meghalaya police have launched a search in Ri Bhoi district to track some Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) hideouts.
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May - 17 
Police personnel from Assam arrested a ‘commander’ of the United Liberation Front of Asom’s (ULFA’s) Enigma group identified as Lal Singh alias Amar Singh alias Alman Singh from Tura, the district head quarter of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya
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Police personnel from Assam arrested a ‘commander’ of the United Liberation Front of Asom’s (ULFA’s) Enigma group identified as Lal Singh alias Amar Singh alias Alman Singh from Tura, the district head quarter of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya on May 17. According to reports, his two female associates were also arrested. The police sources have informed that the arrested ‘commander’ was allegedly trained by Al Qaeda and the Pakistani external intelligence agency, Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), at an unidentified place in Bangladesh. The police also suspect that he was possibly contemplating terrorist strikes in Assam. A large number of incriminating documents were recovered from his possession.
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May - 17 
Reports from north Kashmir have indicated that unidentified terrorists ambushed a patrol party of SFs at Sumlar, Bandipore. One SF personnel was killed and an unspecified number of them sustained injuries in this incident. However, the terrorists man
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Reports from north Kashmir have indicated that unidentified terrorists ambushed a patrol party of SFs at Sumlar, Bandipore. One SF personnel was killed and an unspecified number of them sustained injuries in this incident. However, the terrorists managed to escape.
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May - 17 
Security forces (SFs) killed three terrorists, including two foreign mercenaries, in the Noorkot forests under Chingus police post, during an encounter. Three SF personnel were injured during this incident. Recoveries made from encounter site include
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Security forces (SFs) killed three terrorists, including two foreign mercenaries, in the Noorkot forests under Chingus police post, during an encounter. Three SF personnel were injured during this incident. Recoveries made from encounter site included three AK-47 rifles, 13 magazines, 158 rounds of ammunition, seven hand grenades, three Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) and two radio sets. The slain foreign mercenaries were reportedly affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group.
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May - 17 
Security forces arrested a Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) terrorist from Mahghuli, in Nagaon district on May 17. A hand grenade and unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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Security forces arrested a Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) terrorist from Mahghuli, in Nagaon district on May 17. A hand grenade and unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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May - 17 
Three unidentified terrorists forced their entry into the residence of a civilian at village Bhadoon in the Rajouri district and abducted him and his wife. Later, the terrorists killed the woman and injured her husband before escaping.
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Three unidentified terrorists forced their entry into the residence of a civilian at village Bhadoon in the Rajouri district and abducted him and his wife. Later, the terrorists killed the woman and injured her husband before escaping.
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May - 17 
Two police personnel were killed by unidentified terrorists at the Dalgate area of Srinagar, capital city of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), on May 17. According to a local news agency, KNS, a hitherto unknown terrorist outfit "Hamadania Brigade" has claime
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Two police personnel were killed by unidentified terrorists at the Dalgate area of Srinagar, capital city of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), on May 17. According to a local news agency, KNS, a hitherto unknown terrorist outfit "Hamadania Brigade" has claimed responsibility for the killing. The same group has also claimed responsibility for the killing of a Sub Inspector of Police near the Karan Nagar Police Station on May 13.
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May - 17 
According to a media report, a hitherto unknown organisation - the Muslim United Army (MUA) - has claimed responsibility for the serial bomb blasts at the petrol pumps of two multinational oil companies in Karachi on May 15. On May 17, a message, fax
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According to a media report, a hitherto unknown organisation - the Muslim United Army (MUA) - has claimed responsibility for the serial bomb blasts at the petrol pumps of two multinational oil companies in Karachi on May 15. On May 17, a message, faxed from an undisclosed location, belonging to the MUA, which claims to be an alliance of Jehadi groups, was received in the offices of some media organisations in which a spokesperson for the outfit claimed responsibility for the blasts. The MUA also reportedly warned the Government that if it continued to take anti-Mujahideen-e-Islam steps, then the outfit would launch massive attacks.
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May - 17 
According to a media report, an activist of the proscribed Sunni group, Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), was shot dead by unidentified assailants when he was returning to his residence at an unnamed place in Multan on May 17. SSP (now known as Millat-i
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According to a media report, an activist of the proscribed Sunni group, Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), was shot dead by unidentified assailants when he was returning to his residence at an unnamed place in Multan on May 17. SSP (now known as Millat-i-Islam Party) chief and Member of the National Assembly (MNA), Maulana Muhammad Azam Tariq, termed it as a sectarian killing.
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May - 17 
One person was killed and five others were injured during an explosion at a house in Hajira town, approximately 145 kilometers south of Muzaffarabad, capital of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), on May 17.
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One person was killed and five others were injured during an explosion at a house in Hajira town, approximately 145 kilometers south of Muzaffarabad, capital of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), on May 17.
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May - 17 May - 19
A delayed report on May 19 has said that Maoist insurgents have abducted three former Village Development Committee (VDC) members in Sindhuli. While one of them was abducted on May 17, two more were abducted on May 18.
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A delayed report on May 19 has said that Maoist insurgents have abducted three former Village Development Committee (VDC) members in Sindhuli. While one of them was abducted on May 17, two more were abducted on May 18.
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May - 18 
A bag containing two live cartridges of AK-47 rifle, two empty .38mm cartridges, five empty 9mm cartridges and 16 empty 22mm cartridges, among other things, were reportedly recovered from the Rajpath area in Delhi on May 18. Police recovered the ammu
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A bag containing two live cartridges of AK-47 rifle, two empty .38mm cartridges, five empty 9mm cartridges and 16 empty 22mm cartridges, among other things, were reportedly recovered from the Rajpath area in Delhi on May 18. Police recovered the ammunition reportedly after intercepting messages from Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) that indicated likely suicide attacks on Parliament, Reserve Bank of India and India Gate.
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May - 18 
A media report on May 18 has indicated that All-Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) and the Nayanbasi Jamatiya faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-N) have joined hands purportedly to ‘drive out’ Bengali immigrants settled in Tripura afte
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A media report on May 18 has indicated that All-Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) and the Nayanbasi Jamatiya faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-N) have joined hands purportedly to ‘drive out’ Bengali immigrants settled in Tripura after October 15, 1949. The report quoting police sources said that the outfits have code-named it "Operation Roukhala (deportation)". The report has also said that regrouping of the outfits took place in April 2003 at a meeting between the leaders of the two outfits at the residence of an unidentified Jamait-e-Islami (JeI) leader at Srimangal town in Bangladesh.
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May - 18 
A top-ranking National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorist identified as Sukumar Debbarma surrendered before the police at the Jirania police station, in West Tripura district with a high-power rocket, on May 18. He reportedly confessed befo
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A top-ranking National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorist identified as Sukumar Debbarma surrendered before the police at the Jirania police station, in West Tripura district with a high-power rocket, on May 18. He reportedly confessed before the police that the NLFT terrorists had acquired many rocket launchers in Bangladesh allegedly supplied by the Pakistani external agency, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI). Media reports have also indicated that the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists have also managed to procure rocket launchers and Rocket-Propelled Grenades (RPGs) that have reached them through the Assam-based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
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May - 18 
According to media reports, on May 18, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati that Government interlocutors had established contacts with either of the proscribed terrorist outfits in the State–the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) or
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According to media reports, on May 18, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati that Government interlocutors had established contacts with either of the proscribed terrorist outfits in the State–the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) or the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). However, he gave no details.
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May - 18 
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was defused by BSF personnel at Dalwa in the Gool area of Udhampur district.
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An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was defused by BSF personnel at Dalwa in the Gool area of Udhampur district.
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May - 18 
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed two foreign mercenaries affiliated to the Al Badr group during an encounter at Koteranka in the Rajouri district on May 18. Two AK rifles, eight magazines, 40 rounds of ammunition, five hand grenades and t
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed two foreign mercenaries affiliated to the Al Badr group during an encounter at Koteranka in the Rajouri district on May 18. Two AK rifles, eight magazines, 40 rounds of ammunition, five hand grenades and two wireless sets were recovered from their possession. However, at least three more terrorists of the group managed to escape from the encounter site. Separately, one unidentified terrorist was killed during an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation at Dardpora in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district. One AK rifle, one compass and a wireless set were recovered from his possession.
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May - 18 
Media reports of May 18 have said that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) has denied links with the Nagaland Transport Minister Yeangpong Konyak. The outfit in a statement has also admitted that its cadre arrested on Ma
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Media reports of May 18 have said that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) has denied links with the Nagaland Transport Minister Yeangpong Konyak. The outfit in a statement has also admitted that its cadre arrested on May 6 along with the personal secretary of the Transport Minister and two others in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district had forced the latter to carry explosives in a State Government vehicle.
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May - 18 
Official sources in north Kashmir have indicated that unidentified terrorists shot dead a civilian at Kandi in the Kupwara district. Another civilian was killed at his residence in the Darakasi village of Tangmarg area. Both the civilians were killed
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Official sources in north Kashmir have indicated that unidentified terrorists shot dead a civilian at Kandi in the Kupwara district. Another civilian was killed at his residence in the Darakasi village of Tangmarg area. Both the civilians were killed with the allegation that they had worked for the security forces.
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May - 18 
Other reports have indicated that a joint trial would be conducted in a Special Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) Court in Mumbai for the four bomb blast cases–Ghatkopar case of December 2, 2002, Mumbai Central blast case of December 6, 2002, Vile P
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Other reports have indicated that a joint trial would be conducted in a Special Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) Court in Mumbai for the four bomb blast cases–Ghatkopar case of December 2, 2002, Mumbai Central blast case of December 6, 2002, Vile Parle case of January 27, 2003 and Mulund train blast case of March 13, 2003.
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May - 18 
Other reports have said that security forces arrested two NLFT terrorists from Amrabari under Champahaor police station limits in West Tripura district and separately three more from Jeolcherra, under Ambassa police station limits, in Dhalai district
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Other reports have said that security forces arrested two NLFT terrorists from Amrabari under Champahaor police station limits in West Tripura district and separately three more from Jeolcherra, under Ambassa police station limits, in Dhalai district, on May 18.
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May - 18 
Terrorists abducted a teenaged boy from his residence at Wudar Balla in Handwara.
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Terrorists abducted a teenaged boy from his residence at Wudar Balla in Handwara.
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May - 18 
A delayed report on May 18 has indicated that Bhutan Communist Party (Marxist-Leninist-Maoist) [BCP (MLM)] has come into existence, on April 22 allegedly under the influence of Maoist insurgents from Nepal. The party has reportedly been formed by a s
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A delayed report on May 18 has indicated that Bhutan Communist Party (Marxist-Leninist-Maoist) [BCP (MLM)] has come into existence, on April 22 allegedly under the influence of Maoist insurgents from Nepal. The party has reportedly been formed by a section of the Bhutanese refugees with the aim, among others, to ‘overthrow’ the monarchy.
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May - 18 
A delayed report has said that police arrested four cadres of the outlawed left wing extremist New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP) in two separate raids in Khulna district on May 18. While two of them were arrested from Tildanga village, under Dakop p
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A delayed report has said that police arrested four cadres of the outlawed left wing extremist New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP) in two separate raids in Khulna district on May 18. While two of them were arrested from Tildanga village, under Dakop police station limits, two more were arrested from Ataipur village, under Baliaghata police station limits. Six firearms and five cartridges were also recovered from their possession.
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May - 18 
Delayed reports said that five suspected Al Qaeda terrorists were arrested by the police on May 18 from the Deudoba Baniapara area in Rangpur. An unspecified amount of Saudi Rials (currency) was also recovered from their possession.
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Delayed reports said that five suspected Al Qaeda terrorists were arrested by the police on May 18 from the Deudoba Baniapara area in Rangpur. An unspecified amount of Saudi Rials (currency) was also recovered from their possession.
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May - 19 
14 civilians were injured as terrorists lobbed two hand grenades towards a paramilitary patrol at the crowded General Bus Stand at Batmaloo in Srinagar. In another incident, four civilians were injured as an unidentified terrorist lobbed two grenades
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14 civilians were injured as terrorists lobbed two hand grenades towards a paramilitary patrol at the crowded General Bus Stand at Batmaloo in Srinagar. In another incident, four civilians were injured as an unidentified terrorist lobbed two grenades at the house of one of the civilians at village Banola in the Mendhar area.
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May - 19 
A woman was killed during exchange of firing between security forces and unidentified terrorists at village Koti in the Bani area of Kathua district. In a separate incident, a police personnel was killed in a terrorist ambush near his residence at Ga
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A woman was killed during exchange of firing between security forces and unidentified terrorists at village Koti in the Bani area of Kathua district. In a separate incident, a police personnel was killed in a terrorist ambush near his residence at Gauripora in the Awantipore area.
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May - 19 May - 20
According to a delayed media report, five terrorists affiliated to the proscribed Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) were arrested from Ampati in the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya on May 20. Quoting police sources, the report also said t
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According to a delayed media report, five terrorists affiliated to the proscribed Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) were arrested from Ampati in the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya on May 20. Quoting police sources, the report also said that the arrests followed the information provided by an ANVC cadre arrested earlier from Tura on May 19.
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May - 19 
According to media reports, the Cyberabad police have decided to keep an eye on former left-wing extremists—Naxalites—operating in the area following reports that many of them have formed ‘private armies’ and are running a parallel government to sett
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According to media reports, the Cyberabad police have decided to keep an eye on former left-wing extremists—Naxalites—operating in the area following reports that many of them have formed ‘private armies’ and are running a parallel government to settle disputes relating to land and recovery of loans. Reports also indicate that former Naxalites have also acquired illegal weapons.
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May - 19 
According to reports on May 19, the Bhutan Government is raising a ‘counter-insurgent force’ to tackle Indian terrorist outfits on its soil. The reports have indicated that the Government has initiated a move to enlist ‘volunteers’ for the purpose. T
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According to reports on May 19, the Bhutan Government is raising a ‘counter-insurgent force’ to tackle Indian terrorist outfits on its soil. The reports have indicated that the Government has initiated a move to enlist ‘volunteers’ for the purpose. The King Jigme Singhye Wangchuk reportedly said, "When the security and sovereignty of our country is under threat, the true sons of the soil must step forward and not wait to be called upon to serve their country." According to Dozin Batoo Tshering, a spokesperson of the Royal Bhutan Army, approximately 800 men, aged between 18 and 45 years, were ready to join the ‘militia force’ from Paro district of Bhutan. Assam–based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), and an outfit active in West Bengal, the Kamatapur Liberation Organization (KLO) maintain their base camps in Bhutan. Bhutan had earlier asked these outfits to vacate its territory by June 30, and had also warned that in the condition of non-compliance the Government might use force to remove them.
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May - 19 
After ‘Operation Hill-top’ at Jhumra Hills, Bokaro district, the State police have decided to launch a similar offensive against left-wing extremists—Naxalites—in at least five places in the State. These include the Saranda forests on the Jharkhand-O
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After ‘Operation Hill-top’ at Jhumra Hills, Bokaro district, the State police have decided to launch a similar offensive against left-wing extremists—Naxalites—in at least five places in the State. These include the Saranda forests on the Jharkhand-Orissa borders. The paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force and police forces of the neighbouring States of Bihar and Orissa would participate in the operation.
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May - 19 
Four women and two children were beheaded by suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists at village Chowkian in the Kot Dhara area of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on May 19. Official sources in the district have indicated that a group
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Four women and two children were beheaded by suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists at village Chowkian in the Kot Dhara area of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on May 19. Official sources in the district have indicated that a group of seven to eight terrorists entered the residence of a civilian at Chowkian and first beheaded all four women present in the house. The terrorists later reportedly shifted to another room and beheaded two children aged four and two years. The terrorists escaped after the killings. Sources have added that the incident was a revenge killing related to the death of a front ranking JeM cadre during an encounter on May 5 at the same village. The terrorists suspected the involvement of the family in providing information regarding the JeM terrorist. While one of male members of the family is employed in the army the other is a Special Police Officer (SPO).
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May - 19 
In another incident, PWG Naxalites raided a private rice mill and looted approximately 150 bags of rice in Khairagarh nagar, Rajnadgaon district on May 19.
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In another incident, PWG Naxalites raided a private rice mill and looted approximately 150 bags of rice in Khairagarh nagar, Rajnadgaon district on May 19.
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May - 19 
In yet another incident, the NLFT terrorists abducted four persons, including a Government employee, from Mokambari, Kalyanpur police station in West Tripura district on May 19.
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In yet another incident, the NLFT terrorists abducted four persons, including a Government employee, from Mokambari, Kalyanpur police station in West Tripura district on May 19.
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May - 19 May - 20
Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) killed a Congress leader, T Srinivasa Reddy, branding him a police informer, in Taduvayi village, Guntur district, on May 20. In another incident, a group of 40 PWG Naxalites along with
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Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) killed a Congress leader, T Srinivasa Reddy, branding him a police informer, in Taduvayi village, Guntur district, on May 20. In another incident, a group of 40 PWG Naxalites along with some 60 sympathisers killed a local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and set ablaze his house at Madhavaram village in the Rayachoti mandal (administrative unit), Cuddapah district, on May 19. The Naxalites also looted an unspecified amount of cash and 230 bags of rice, 20 bags of paddy and 40 bundles of groundnut seeds and some gold from the house. Later, they also looted 50 bags of Food-for-work rice from a fair price shop dealer. The Naxalites also reportedly left a note which stated that the slain TDP leader, a landlord, was killed because he colluded with the police and got false cases book against several persons and perpetrated atrocities against the poor. Separately, suspected PWG Naxalites set ablaze three tippers belonging to a private company attending the surface work in Goleti open caste mines of the Singareni Collieries Company Limited under the Rebenna police station-limits in Adilabad district.
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May - 19 
Reports from south Kashmir have indicated that security forces recovered cash worth Rupees 50 lakhs, which was looted earlier by terrorists after intercepting a vehicle belonging to the Jammu and Kashmir Bank at Shopian in the Pulwama district. Howev
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Reports from south Kashmir have indicated that security forces recovered cash worth Rupees 50 lakhs, which was looted earlier by terrorists after intercepting a vehicle belonging to the Jammu and Kashmir Bank at Shopian in the Pulwama district. However, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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May - 19 
The NLFT-Nayanbasi Jamatiya terrorists, on the same day, released the remaining five members of a folk theatre group they had abducted on February 2, 2003. The hostages were released at an unnamed NLFT-N base-camp in Bangladesh and they later crossed
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The NLFT-Nayanbasi Jamatiya terrorists, on the same day, released the remaining five members of a folk theatre group they had abducted on February 2, 2003. The hostages were released at an unnamed NLFT-N base-camp in Bangladesh and they later crossed over into the Indian Territory under Salema police station limits in the Dhalai district. Their seven colleagues had been released earlier in April, reportedly after the payment of ransom.
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May - 19 
Three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed during an encounter in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district. Separately, security forces shot dead two Pakistani terrorists during an encounter at Ganjore forests in the Mahore area of Udhampur d
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Three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed during an encounter in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district. Separately, security forces shot dead two Pakistani terrorists during an encounter at Ganjore forests in the Mahore area of Udhampur district. Recoveries made from their possession included two AK-47 rifles, nine magazines, 266 AK ammunition, three hand grenades, one knife, two pouches, two diaries, a wireless set, Rupees 1,000 in Indian currency and Rupees 10 in Pakistan currency.
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May - 19 
Two security force (SF) personnel and a civilian were killed as unidentified terrorists ambushed a joint patrol party of the army and police at village Chamror in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists, reportedly numbering between eig
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Two security force (SF) personnel and a civilian were killed as unidentified terrorists ambushed a joint patrol party of the army and police at village Chamror in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists, reportedly numbering between eight to ten, escaped after retaliatory firing by SF re-enforcement.
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May - 19 
A member of the Muttahida Quomi Movement – Altaf Hussain (MQM-A) and his nephew were shot dead by unidentified assailants near the Gulberg area in Karachi on May 19. Meanwhile, the Deputy Inspector General of Police Karachi (Operations) Tariq Jamil t
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A member of the Muttahida Quomi Movement – Altaf Hussain (MQM-A) and his nephew were shot dead by unidentified assailants near the Gulberg area in Karachi on May 19. Meanwhile, the Deputy Inspector General of Police Karachi (Operations) Tariq Jamil termed it an act of terrorism and targeted killing.
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May - 19 
According to an unconfirmed report, three persons were killed and two more were injured in an attack allegedly by Maoist insurgents in Myagdi district on May 19.
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According to an unconfirmed report, three persons were killed and two more were injured in an attack allegedly by Maoist insurgents in Myagdi district on May 19.
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May - 19 
According to media reports, the visiting Foreign Minister of Bhutan Jigme Y.Thinley would discuss the status of Bhutanese refugees camping in Nepal at the 14th Ministerial Joint Committee meeting in Kathmandu on May 19, today with his Nepalese counte
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According to media reports, the visiting Foreign Minister of Bhutan Jigme Y.Thinley would discuss the status of Bhutanese refugees camping in Nepal at the 14th Ministerial Joint Committee meeting in Kathmandu on May 19, today with his Nepalese counterpart. The meeting would discuss, inter alia, the status of 12,000 refugees who have recently been categorized into four groups for the first stage of repatriation. At least 100,000 refugees are camping in the seven United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)-administered camps in Morang and Jhapa districts.
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May - 19 
The European Union (EU) on May 19 extended support to the ongoing peace process between the Government and the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist). In a statement in Kathmandu, it also said that a peaceful solution of the issue would improve future co-
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The European Union (EU) on May 19 extended support to the ongoing peace process between the Government and the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist). In a statement in Kathmandu, it also said that a peaceful solution of the issue would improve future co-operation between the EU and Nepal.
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May - 19 
According to reports on May 19, the Bhutan Government is raising a ‘counter-insurgent force’ to tackle Indian terrorist outfits on its soil. The reports have indicated that the Government has initiated a move to enlist ‘volunteers’ for the purpose. T
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According to reports on May 19, the Bhutan Government is raising a ‘counter-insurgent force’ to tackle Indian terrorist outfits on its soil. The reports have indicated that the Government has initiated a move to enlist ‘volunteers’ for the purpose. The King Jigme Singhye Wangchuk reportedly said, "When the security and sovereignty of our country is under threat, the true sons of the soil must step forward and not wait to be called upon to serve their country." According to Dozin Batoo Tshering, a spokesperson of the Royal Bhutan Army, approximately 800 men, aged between 18 and 45 years, were ready to join the ‘militia force’ from Paro district of Bhutan. Assam–based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), and an outfit active in West Bengal, the Kamatapur Liberation Organization (KLO) maintain their base camps in Bhutan. Bhutan had earlier asked these outfits to vacate its territory by June 30, and had also warned that in the condition of non-compliance the Government might use force to remove them.
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May - 19 
According to delayed reports, suspected cadres of the left-wing extremist Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) killed a former colleague at Chuadanga town on May 19.
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According to delayed reports, suspected cadres of the left-wing extremist Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) killed a former colleague at Chuadanga town on May 19.
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May - 19 
Suspected cadres of the outlawed Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) allegedly killed a police informer at the Belgachi rail gate area in Chuadanga district on May 19.
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Suspected cadres of the outlawed Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) allegedly killed a police informer at the Belgachi rail gate area in Chuadanga district on May 19.
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May - 19 
Media reports on May 19 have indicated that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has sought more time to make its stand clear on the group’s participation in Tokyo donor conference, to be held on June 9 and 10 and also on the resumption of the
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Media reports on May 19 have indicated that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has sought more time to make its stand clear on the group’s participation in Tokyo donor conference, to be held on June 9 and 10 and also on the resumption of the stalled peace process. The LTTE, according to an unnamed spokesperson, needs time to assess the Government response on the LTTE demand of setting up of administrative, financial and other structures to administer North East funds that the group says would be a prerequisite to take part in the talks. The outfit was also seeking the chief negotiator Anton Balasingham’s view on the matter, the spokesperson added.
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May - 20 
A security force (SF) personnel was killed as terrorists attacked a SF patrol party at Hawal chowk in the capital city of Srinagar.
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A security force (SF) personnel was killed as terrorists attacked a SF patrol party at Hawal chowk in the capital city of Srinagar.
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May - 20 
According to media reports, two National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists were arrested by security forces at Akraibari, under Khowai sub-division (administrative unit) in West Tripura district on May 20, after they reportedly managed to
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According to media reports, two National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists were arrested by security forces at Akraibari, under Khowai sub-division (administrative unit) in West Tripura district on May 20, after they reportedly managed to flee from police custody in Bangladesh. The terrorists were reportedly arrested with seven more by the police in Saidabad in Brahmanbaria district of Bangladesh on May 15. Two grenades and 5,000 Taka (Bangladeshi currency) were also recovered from their possession.
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May - 20 
According to official sources, unidentified terrorists forced their entry into the residence of a widow at Gujjarpati Aargam in the Baramulla district on May 20 and killed her and her daughter by slitting their throats.
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According to official sources, unidentified terrorists forced their entry into the residence of a widow at Gujjarpati Aargam in the Baramulla district on May 20 and killed her and her daughter by slitting their throats.
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May - 20 
According to reports, police recovered the dead body of a civilian from the Sankhuma-Taltoli area under Jirania police station limits on May 20. The slain civilian was a secretary in the village panchyat (council). According to the police, the Nation
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According to reports, police recovered the dead body of a civilian from the Sankhuma-Taltoli area under Jirania police station limits on May 20. The slain civilian was a secretary in the village panchyat (council). According to the police, the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists had abducted him along with seven Government employees on April 10. While six of them were released on April 23, the fate of one more remains yet unknown.
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May - 20 
Criticising the Pakistani decision to ‘ban’ Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, described the move "as a big tragedy for the suppressed people of Jammu and Kashmir." In an int
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Criticising the Pakistani decision to ‘ban’ Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, described the move "as a big tragedy for the suppressed people of Jammu and Kashmir." In an interview to Kashmir Times, he said, "Today's move by the government of Pakistan is the deviation from its earlier stand." He said Pakistan had taken the decision under American pressure. Geelani also said, "the way the neighbouring country is fast succumbing to US pressure, it may change its name and surrender nuclear weapons to please America." He also claimed that 95 percent of the HM cadre was from Jammu and Kashmir. Geelani’s statements came even as the Pakistani Interior Minister denied in Islamabad that Pakistan had proscribed the Hizb. The Hizb was founded in 1989 as the militant wing of the Islamist group Jamaat-e-Islami.
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May - 20 
In another incident, terrorists attacked the Bhaderwah police station in Doda district with grenades. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police personnel, the terrorists escaped from the incident site. However, no loss of life or injuries was re
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In another incident, terrorists attacked the Bhaderwah police station in Doda district with grenades. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police personnel, the terrorists escaped from the incident site. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. In a separate attack, terrorists detonated an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Kulangam in the Kupwara district when some Army vehicles were moving on the road. However, the blast missed the intended target causing no loss of life or damage.
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May - 20 
In Karimnagar district, Naxalites of the PWG assaulted four persons in Donuru village.
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In Karimnagar district, Naxalites of the PWG assaulted four persons in Donuru village.
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May - 20 
Media reports on May 20 have indicated that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has intensified its extortion drive in Assam’s Sivasagar district following which security has been beefed up in the area. Reports also said that the outfit has se
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Media reports on May 20 have indicated that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has intensified its extortion drive in Assam’s Sivasagar district following which security has been beefed up in the area. Reports also said that the outfit has sent ‘demand notes’ to some prominent businessmen and highly placed officials in the area. The outfit reportedly intends to collect Rupees two billion from the upper Assam districts of Sivasagar, Tinsukia, Dibrugarh and Golagahat.
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May - 20 
On any likely negotiations with the Union Government, he said that the onus of creating a congenial atmosphere for talks was on the Government. He said, "It (Union Government) should stop all military operations against us and declare a ceasefire if
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On any likely negotiations with the Union Government, he said that the onus of creating a congenial atmosphere for talks was on the Government. He said, "It (Union Government) should stop all military operations against us and declare a ceasefire if it is sincere in initiating a dialogue to find a political solution to the problem." But, the outfit would not give up its preconditions, he added. ULFA has been insisting on the three conditions for talks — a foreign country as venue, inclusion of the issue of "Assam sovereignty" on the agenda and the presence of a United Nations representative. He reportedly also said, "Peace talks between the ULFA and the Government of India can take place on the lines of the dialogue with the NSCN-IM (National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak Muivah). New Delhi is talking to the NSCN-IM because the rebel group has influence in five states, and not talking to the ULFA as it has influence in only one State." On ULFA’s attacks on vital public installations in Assam, he said, "Nobody wants to destroy public property. So, I think it would be better if attacks on such installations are avoided." But, "We have to take into account the circumstances leading to such attacks", he added.
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May - 20 
On May 20, security force personnel arrested an Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorist during a search operation at Tura in the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya. However, three of his associates managed to escape.
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On May 20, security force personnel arrested an Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorist during a search operation at Tura in the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya. However, three of his associates managed to escape.
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May - 20 
Other reports have indicated that the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) has ‘purchased’ 55 houses in the Sylhet district of Bangladesh in 2003, and that the houses are being used to shelter recruits and some leaders of the outfit from
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Other reports have indicated that the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) has ‘purchased’ 55 houses in the Sylhet district of Bangladesh in 2003, and that the houses are being used to shelter recruits and some leaders of the outfit from Assam. A local Islamist leader in Cox’s Bazaar has allegedly assisted the outfit in acquiring such property.
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May - 20 
Other reports have said that the Gogoi has also warned Bhutan against using any force against the ULFA on its soil. He said that the outfit did not want any confrontation with that country.
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Other reports have said that the Gogoi has also warned Bhutan against using any force against the ULFA on its soil. He said that the outfit did not want any confrontation with that country.
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May - 20 
Security forces foiled an infiltration attempt when they killed four terrorists in the Machil sector in North Kashmir. A large cache of arms and ammunition were reportedly recovered from the slain infiltrators.
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Security forces foiled an infiltration attempt when they killed four terrorists in the Machil sector in North Kashmir. A large cache of arms and ammunition were reportedly recovered from the slain infiltrators.
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May - 20 
Suspected ANVC terrorists abducted a businessman from Mahendraganj in the West Garo Hills on May 20.
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Suspected ANVC terrorists abducted a businessman from Mahendraganj in the West Garo Hills on May 20.
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May - 20 
The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘vice-president’ Pradip Gogoi, who has been in judicial custody since 1998 in Guwahati, on May 20 criticised the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) for its stand on the migrants’ issue. He said, "Those who (AA
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The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘vice-president’ Pradip Gogoi, who has been in judicial custody since 1998 in Guwahati, on May 20 criticised the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) for its stand on the migrants’ issue. He said, "Those who (AASU) signed the Assam Accord in 1985 should be pulled up. Why didn’t they insist that the (Illegal Migration- Determination by Tribunal) Act, promulgated in 1983, should be repealed or amended before signing the accord?" He also said that the ULFA was always opposed to the IM-DT Act. He further said that the ULFA had no objection if anyone adopted Assam as one’s State by "accepting Assamese culture, blending with society and working for the interests of Assam". According to him, influx of migrants is not a major issue.
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May - 20 
Unidentified terrorists shot dead a civilian in the Tral area of Pulwama district in North Kashmir, said official sources. Separately, unidentified terrorists injured a civilian at his residence in the Dhara Doda village of Doda district by alleging
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Unidentified terrorists shot dead a civilian in the Tral area of Pulwama district in North Kashmir, said official sources. Separately, unidentified terrorists injured a civilian at his residence in the Dhara Doda village of Doda district by alleging him to be an 'army informer'.
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May - 20 
Hizb spokesperson Saleem Hashmi said, "We are Kashmiris and no one can stop us from going across the Line of Control. Our struggle is genuine and will continue till we are victorious." Hashmi claimed that HM chief Syed Salahuddin was a Kashmiri and b
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Hizb spokesperson Saleem Hashmi said, "We are Kashmiris and no one can stop us from going across the Line of Control. Our struggle is genuine and will continue till we are victorious." Hashmi claimed that HM chief Syed Salahuddin was a Kashmiri and based somewhere in Kashmir and he had not been banned to enter PoK.
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May - 20 
The Interior Minister Faisal Saleh Hayat on May 20 denied having any authority to ban terrorist groups not operating within Pakistan. He clarified in Islamabad that "The government has not banned the Hizbul Mujahideen [HM], as it has no presence in P
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The Interior Minister Faisal Saleh Hayat on May 20 denied having any authority to ban terrorist groups not operating within Pakistan. He clarified in Islamabad that "The government has not banned the Hizbul Mujahideen [HM], as it has no presence in Pakistan." He further said the Hizb was a Kashmir-based group and the authority to ban it lay with the Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) government. However, he added that restrictions have been imposed on the group’s activities within Pakistan. According to him, "Pakistan’s policy is crystal clear as far as terrorism is concerned. The government will not allow any individual or a group of organisations to use its territory for launching terrorist attacks on any third country. The government will never tolerate any individual or groups trying to disrupt law and order in the country."
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May - 20 
Maoists have said that their cadres are not involved in the recent lootings in 40 houses in Dadeldhura district.
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Maoists have said that their cadres are not involved in the recent lootings in 40 houses in Dadeldhura district.
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May - 20 
Nepal and Bhutan Foreign Ministers met in Kathmandu on May 20 to discuss the repatriation of 12,000 refugees from the Khudanabari camp in Jhapa.
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Nepal and Bhutan Foreign Ministers met in Kathmandu on May 20 to discuss the repatriation of 12,000 refugees from the Khudanabari camp in Jhapa.
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May - 20 
The Government spokesperson for peace talks and Physical Planning Minister, Narayan Singh Pun, has announced that the Government has agreed to accept Rolpa or Rukum as the venue of the third round of peace talks, as reportedly demanded by the Maoists
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The Government spokesperson for peace talks and Physical Planning Minister, Narayan Singh Pun, has announced that the Government has agreed to accept Rolpa or Rukum as the venue of the third round of peace talks, as reportedly demanded by the Maoists. However dates for the talks has not been announced yet.
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May - 20 
The Resident Representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Nepal, Sukhwinder Singh, has also said in Kathmandu that the economic development could be expected only after achieving peace and stability.
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The Resident Representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Nepal, Sukhwinder Singh, has also said in Kathmandu that the economic development could be expected only after achieving peace and stability.
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May - 20 May - 21
According to media reports, the Amir Ali faction of the outlawed Islami Chattra Shibir (ICS) killed a political activist each of the Bangladesh National Party (BNP) and the Awami League (AL) at Fatikchhari upazila (administrative unit) in Chittagong
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According to media reports, the Amir Ali faction of the outlawed Islami Chattra Shibir (ICS) killed a political activist each of the Bangladesh National Party (BNP) and the Awami League (AL) at Fatikchhari upazila (administrative unit) in Chittagong district on May 20. The police later recovered the bodies from Samordighi on May 21.
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May - 21 
A civilian, who had earlier served as an Ikhwani (counter-insurgent) was abducted by terrorists from Sangam in the Anantnag district and later shot dead. Separately, a 20-year old youth was killed by unidentified terrorists at his residence at Chogal
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A civilian, who had earlier served as an Ikhwani (counter-insurgent) was abducted by terrorists from Sangam in the Anantnag district and later shot dead. Separately, a 20-year old youth was killed by unidentified terrorists at his residence at Chogal in the Kupwara district on the allegation that he was an informer of the security forces (SFs).
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May - 21 
A media report on May 21 has indicated that a group of 28 Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) terrorists have infiltrated into Assam from Bangladesh. The group is reportedly led by a MULTA ‘second lieutenant’ Abdul Jalil and it sneaked i
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A media report on May 21 has indicated that a group of 28 Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) terrorists have infiltrated into Assam from Bangladesh. The group is reportedly led by a MULTA ‘second lieutenant’ Abdul Jalil and it sneaked into Assam using routes along the State’s boundary with Bangladesh in Karimganj district on an unspecified date in May 2003. The terrorists were allegedly trained by the Pakistan-based terrorist group, Harkat-ul-Ansar (HuA), the report added.
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May - 21 
A woman ULFA cadre and her associate were arrested on May 21 from Pengeri in the Tinsukia district.
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A woman ULFA cadre and her associate were arrested on May 21 from Pengeri in the Tinsukia district.
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May - 21 
According to media reports, armed terrorists belonging to the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) attacked a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp at Moirang Khunou, under Moirang police post limits, in Manipur on May 21. The terro
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According to media reports, armed terrorists belonging to the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) attacked a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp at Moirang Khunou, under Moirang police post limits, in Manipur on May 21. The terrorists escaped under the cover of darkness following a brief exchange of fire. No casualties on the either side were reported.
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May - 21 
According to media reports, talks between the Union Government’s chief interlocutor K. Padmanabhaiah and the leaders of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) are scheduled to resume in Bangkok, the Thailand capital, on May
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According to media reports, talks between the Union Government’s chief interlocutor K. Padmanabhaiah and the leaders of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) are scheduled to resume in Bangkok, the Thailand capital, on May 21, today. Padmanabhaiah’s reported statement on ‘disarming the outfit’, among others, are likely to be discussed during the talks.
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May - 21 
According to media reports, the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), on May 21 has alleged that the Meghalaya police have not revealed the seizure of Rupees 5.6 million along with other incriminating documents during a raid from
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According to media reports, the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), on May 21 has alleged that the Meghalaya police have not revealed the seizure of Rupees 5.6 million along with other incriminating documents during a raid from the outfit’s hideout, on an unspecified date.
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May - 21 
According to official sources in south Kashmir, unidentified terrorists lobbed a hand grenade on the Convent School in Anantnag town on May 21 killing a female teacher and injuring another. Sources added that the latest attack came two days after a g
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, unidentified terrorists lobbed a hand grenade on the Convent School in Anantnag town on May 21 killing a female teacher and injuring another. Sources added that the latest attack came two days after a grenade was lobbed in close vicinity of another Christian missionary school at Pulwama. Even as no terrorist outfit has claimed responsibility for these attacks thus far, officials believe that local cadres of a Pakistan-based group have launched an offensive to terrorise the Christian missionary schools in Kashmir.
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May - 21 
During another operation, SFs killed two suspected foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group at Seri Khwaja in the Surankote area of Poonch district. A police personnel was also injured in the operation. Two AK rifles and some ammunition
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During another operation, SFs killed two suspected foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group at Seri Khwaja in the Surankote area of Poonch district. A police personnel was also injured in the operation. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from their possession. At Badroo Yaripoora in the Qazigund-Kulgam area, SF personnel killed a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) cadre during an encounter.
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May - 21 
Four National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed on May 21 in an encounter near Deosri, in Assam’s Kokrajhar district. Media reports said that the terrorists lobbed grenades and opened fire on a security force patrol party who
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Four National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed on May 21 in an encounter near Deosri, in Assam’s Kokrajhar district. Media reports said that the terrorists lobbed grenades and opened fire on a security force patrol party who retaliated by firing back. The terrorists were killed in the ensuing encounter. Two more terrorists of the group reportedly escaped from the incident-site. A 9mm pistol with a magazine, four grenades, among other things, was recovered from the encounter-site.
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May - 21 
Four persons, including two Government officials abducted by the NLFT terrorists from the Taichhama area, in Kanchanpur subdivision, North Tripura district on May 14, returned home safely on May 21.
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Four persons, including two Government officials abducted by the NLFT terrorists from the Taichhama area, in Kanchanpur subdivision, North Tripura district on May 14, returned home safely on May 21.
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May - 21 
In another incident, one person was killed as terrorists attacked a vehicle of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) at GoI Chakri in the Shopian town of Pulwama district. Two IB officials and a civilian sustained injuries during the attack.
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In another incident, one person was killed as terrorists attacked a vehicle of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) at GoI Chakri in the Shopian town of Pulwama district. Two IB officials and a civilian sustained injuries during the attack.
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May - 21 
Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) raided the Singareni Collieries Company at Chetlapur village under Mandamarri police station limits of Adilabad district and decamped with 216 kg of gelatine sticks and 1,900 detonators.
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Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) raided the Singareni Collieries Company at Chetlapur village under Mandamarri police station limits of Adilabad district and decamped with 216 kg of gelatine sticks and 1,900 detonators.
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May - 21 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed a non-tribal trader near the Kalibazar market area under Sidhai police station limits, in West Tripura district, on May 21.
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed a non-tribal trader near the Kalibazar market area under Sidhai police station limits, in West Tripura district, on May 21.
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May - 21 
Police said in Islamabad on May 21 that they had booked two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists for carrying arms in public in defiance of a ban. The Hizb cadres reportedly appeared at a public ceremony of the group on May 19 at a hotel in Rawalpindi
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Police said in Islamabad on May 21 that they had booked two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists for carrying arms in public in defiance of a ban. The Hizb cadres reportedly appeared at a public ceremony of the group on May 19 at a hotel in Rawalpindi where its ‘supreme commander’ Syed Salahuddin gave away ‘honour certificates’ to families of terrorists killed in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir.
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May - 21 
Security forces repulsed an attack by the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on May 21 at Borjhora in Assam’s Dhubri district. The ULFA terrorists attacked the commando post reportedly using AK-47 rifles, mortars and grenades. The terr
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Security forces repulsed an attack by the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on May 21 at Borjhora in Assam’s Dhubri district. The ULFA terrorists attacked the commando post reportedly using AK-47 rifles, mortars and grenades. The terrorists escaped following a 15-minute encounter with the security forces. No injuries on the either side were reported.
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May - 21 
SF personnel killed three ‘commanders’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) outfit during an encounter at Sangiot, about two kilometers from Darhal in the Rajouri district. Recoveries made from the encounter site included three AK-47 and AK-56 rif
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SF personnel killed three ‘commanders’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) outfit during an encounter at Sangiot, about two kilometers from Darhal in the Rajouri district. Recoveries made from the encounter site included three AK-47 and AK-56 rifles, three wireless set, eight hand grenades, eight magazines, 160 AK rounds, three pouches and six blankets.
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May - 21 
SF personnel killed two more terrorists at Seri Chowala in the Mandi sector of Poonch district taking the death toll in the encounter, which commenced on May 21, to four. Three AK-56 rifles, one AK-47 rifle, eight AK magazines, two wireless set, 160
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SF personnel killed two more terrorists at Seri Chowala in the Mandi sector of Poonch district taking the death toll in the encounter, which commenced on May 21, to four. Three AK-56 rifles, one AK-47 rifle, eight AK magazines, two wireless set, 160 AK rounds, some eatables and medicines were recovered from the incident site. In addition, a letterhead and a diary of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit were also recovered from the site, indicating the slain terrorists’ affiliation with the outfit.
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May - 21 
Terrorism-related violence in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has shown a significant decrease from January 1 to May 15 this year compared to the corresponding period last year, official sources were quoted as saying in a media report. The total number of
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Terrorism-related violence in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has shown a significant decrease from January 1 to May 15 this year compared to the corresponding period last year, official sources were quoted as saying in a media report. The total number of terrorism-related incidents registered a decrease of more than 17 per cent as only 110 acts of violence were recorded in the State this year, compared to 134 last year. There was a 20 per cent decrease in civilian deaths as 288 persons were killed in various incidents compared to last year’s 364 for the corresponding period. Deaths of security force personnel also registered a downward trend as 96 of them were killed since the beginning of year 2003 as against 110 for the last year. The report added that fewer terrorists - a decrease of approximately 32 per cent - were killed this year compared to year 2002. The sources said though only 474 terrorists were killed since the beginning of 2003 compared to 696 last year, security forces have killed as many as 60 terrorists in the first fortnight of this month. However, the number of bomb blasts in J&K increased marginally, recording a 10 per cent increase. During the current year, terrorists exploded as many as 152 grenades and Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) compared to 138 explosions for the corresponding period last year. Further, district-wise, Pulwama in the Kashmir Valley witnessed the highest number of incidents of violence since the beginning of the year followed closely by Rajouri in the Jammu region. Sources added that Jammu and Kathua districts were the most peaceful of all districts in the State as only two incidents of terrorism-related violence were recorded in each district since January 1, 2003.
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May - 21 
Unidentified terrorists set ablaze two houses belonging to two civilians at Danna Sangla in the Bafliaz area of Surankote. However, no loss of life was reported in this incident.
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Unidentified terrorists set ablaze two houses belonging to two civilians at Danna Sangla in the Bafliaz area of Surankote. However, no loss of life was reported in this incident.
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May - 21 
While indicating that India would continue to adopt a "wait and watch" strategy on Pakistan’s commitment towards ending cross-border terrorism, Army Chief General N C Vij said in Delhi on May 21 that there was no slackening of infiltration of terrori
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While indicating that India would continue to adopt a "wait and watch" strategy on Pakistan’s commitment towards ending cross-border terrorism, Army Chief General N C Vij said in Delhi on May 21 that there was no slackening of infiltration of terrorists from across the Line of Control (LoC), south of Pir Panjal in the Jammu region. Pointing out that the recent army operations to flush out terrorists from some heights in the Surankote area of Poonch district could not be labeled as an "intrusion", Vij added that Operation Sarp Vinaash had "been meticulously planned to clear the area." He also said that it was too early to evaluate infiltration levels across the LoC, with the snow-melting north and south of Pir Panjal and added the next few months would be carefully monitored for infiltration levels.
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May - 21 
Police said in Islamabad on May 21 that they had booked two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists for carrying arms in public in defiance of a ban. The Hizb cadres reportedly appeared at a public ceremony of the group on May 19 at a hotel in Rawalpindi
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Police said in Islamabad on May 21 that they had booked two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists for carrying arms in public in defiance of a ban. The Hizb cadres reportedly appeared at a public ceremony of the group on May 19 at a hotel in Rawalpindi where its ‘supreme commander’ Syed Salahuddin gave away ‘honour certificates’ to families of terrorists killed in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir.
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May - 21 
Nepal and Bhutan have reportedly agreed to categorise the 12,000 refugees in the Khudanabari camp in Nepal into two groups––of those who were forcibly evicted and those who left Bhutan voluntarily 13 years ago, at the 14th Ministerial Joint Committee
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Nepal and Bhutan have reportedly agreed to categorise the 12,000 refugees in the Khudanabari camp in Nepal into two groups––of those who were forcibly evicted and those who left Bhutan voluntarily 13 years ago, at the 14th Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) meeting on May 21. The Bhutanese officials have also said that those who left voluntarily would have to re-apply for citizenship. However, the fate of 90,000 refugees in six other refugee camps in Jhapa and Morang were not discussed at the meeting. Bhutanese Foreign Minister Jigme Y. Thinley later announced that the 15th MJC meeting would be held in Thimbu from August 11 to 15, 2003.
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May - 21 
According to media reports, on May 21, suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres killed a former People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) activist in Batticaloa.
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According to media reports, on May 21, suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres killed a former People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) activist in Batticaloa.
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May - 21 
Media reports, on May 21, have indicated that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has demanded, among others, an interim administration instead of the Sub-committee for Immediate Humanitarian and Rehabilitation Needs (SIHRN) as a prelude to r
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Media reports, on May 21, have indicated that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has demanded, among others, an interim administration instead of the Sub-committee for Immediate Humanitarian and Rehabilitation Needs (SIHRN) as a prelude to resume the ‘temporarily stalled’ peace process. The LTTE Chief Negotiator Anton Balasingham reportedly made the demands in a letter addressed to the Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister Vidar Helgessan and the same was also forwarded to Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.
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May - 22 
A media report on May 22 has indicated that the security forces gave a "safe passage" to a group of NDFB leaders to visit Guwahati reportedly to prepare the groundwork for an anticipated peace talks with the Union Government. The report also said tha
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A media report on May 22 has indicated that the security forces gave a "safe passage" to a group of NDFB leaders to visit Guwahati reportedly to prepare the groundwork for an anticipated peace talks with the Union Government. The report also said that the talks might be held at Shillong, the Meghalaya capital.
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May - 22 
According to media reports, a suspected Pakistani Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed in an encounter in the Nazafgarh area of Delhi on May 22. An unspecified amount of arms and ammunition was also recovered from the possession of the slain te
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According to media reports, a suspected Pakistani Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed in an encounter in the Nazafgarh area of Delhi on May 22. An unspecified amount of arms and ammunition was also recovered from the possession of the slain terrorist.
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May - 22 
In another incident, suspected Naxalites of the PWG blasted a temporary quarter at Vattivagu irrigation project near Asifabad, Adilabad district. In Nalgonda district, Naxalites of the PWG burnt a telephone exchange in Peddamunigal village of Chandam
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In another incident, suspected Naxalites of the PWG blasted a temporary quarter at Vattivagu irrigation project near Asifabad, Adilabad district. In Nalgonda district, Naxalites of the PWG burnt a telephone exchange in Peddamunigal village of Chandampeta mandal on May 22-night.
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May - 22 
Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) set ablaze the Mandal Revenue Office (MRO) at Dahegaon, Adilabad district on May 22. Media reports said three armed Naxalites came with kerosene cans and set ablaze the office destroying
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Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) set ablaze the Mandal Revenue Office (MRO) at Dahegaon, Adilabad district on May 22. Media reports said three armed Naxalites came with kerosene cans and set ablaze the office destroying furniture and a wireless set.
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May - 22 
Media reports said, on May 22, police in Delhi arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist identified as Mehboob from the Bhajanpura area. The terrorist belongs to the Muzaffarnagar district in Uttar Pradesh. A pistol and eight live cartridges were al
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Media reports said, on May 22, police in Delhi arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist identified as Mehboob from the Bhajanpura area. The terrorist belongs to the Muzaffarnagar district in Uttar Pradesh. A pistol and eight live cartridges were also recovered from his possession. According to police sources, the slain LeT terrorist Abdul Aziz alias Arif, killed in encounter on May 22, in Najafgarh was his associate and with his arrest the police have succeeded in preventing a likely terrorist strike in Delhi. Later, the terrorist was booked under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) and remanded to 10 days' police custody by a city Court.
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May - 22 
Police in Meghalaya arrested a woman cadre affiliated to the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) identified as Blister Mary Kurbah from Mawngap in East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, on May 22. The police also suspect her involvement in
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Police in Meghalaya arrested a woman cadre affiliated to the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) identified as Blister Mary Kurbah from Mawngap in East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, on May 22. The police also suspect her involvement in the May 18 Laitjem incident in which a contractor was killed and two of his associates were injured. She has reportedly confessed the involvement of the HNLC’s West Khasi Hills ‘area commander’, Bahep and another HNLC terrorist, S Lyngdoh also in this incident. A search operation in various parts of West and East Khasi Hills district was going on when reports last came in.
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May - 22 
Police on May 22 recovered the bullet-riddled body of one Bashir Ahmed Dar from the Kultral area in Chowgal. Official sources have indicated that he was an active member of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen’s (HM) Majeed Dar group, who is suspected to have been
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Police on May 22 recovered the bullet-riddled body of one Bashir Ahmed Dar from the Kultral area in Chowgal. Official sources have indicated that he was an active member of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen’s (HM) Majeed Dar group, who is suspected to have been abducted and later killed by cadres of the rival Syed Salahuddin group.
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May - 22 
Security forces (SFs) foiled a major infiltration attempt on May 22 by killing 12 terrorists near the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowgam sector of Handwara in north Kashmir. Official sources said that, on the basis of radio intercepts and field inputs,
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Security forces (SFs) foiled a major infiltration attempt on May 22 by killing 12 terrorists near the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowgam sector of Handwara in north Kashmir. Official sources said that, on the basis of radio intercepts and field inputs, SF personnel laid an ambush in a forward area between Eagle Post and Tootmari Gali in the Nowgam sector. In the ensuing encounter, while 12 infiltrators were killed, an unspecified number of them reportedly escaped. The operation was continuing till last reports came in.
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May - 22 
Security forces arrested five PREPAK cadres during a search operation in the Sekmaijin area in this connection.
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Security forces arrested five PREPAK cadres during a search operation in the Sekmaijin area in this connection.
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May - 22 
Sixteen left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) surrendered at Ghot village, Gadchiroli district, on May 22. The Naxalites surrendered during a ‘Jan jagran Abhiyan’ (Public Awareness Campaign) to create awareness among the vil
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Sixteen left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) surrendered at Ghot village, Gadchiroli district, on May 22. The Naxalites surrendered during a ‘Jan jagran Abhiyan’ (Public Awareness Campaign) to create awareness among the villagers about Naxal activities and also to bring back misguided youth to the mainstream.
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May - 22 
Unidentified terrorists barged into the residence of a civilian at Hamchipora, Beerwah, and left him in a wounded condition.
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Unidentified terrorists barged into the residence of a civilian at Hamchipora, Beerwah, and left him in a wounded condition.
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May - 22 
Police arrested a ‘regional commander’ of Sarbahara Party (Zia group) on May 21 from Gouranadi upazila (administrative unit) in Barisal district.
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Police arrested a ‘regional commander’ of Sarbahara Party (Zia group) on May 21 from Gouranadi upazila (administrative unit) in Barisal district.
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May - 22 
The cadres of the outlawed New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP) killed a local trader at village Naturia, in Kumarkhali upazila, Kushtia district, on May 22.
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The cadres of the outlawed New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP) killed a local trader at village Naturia, in Kumarkhali upazila, Kushtia district, on May 22.
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May - 22 
A civilian was wounded in a grenade attack at Adigar Road in the Batticaloa town. The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) in Batticaloa has reportedly been informed about the incidents.
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A civilian was wounded in a grenade attack at Adigar Road in the Batticaloa town. The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) in Batticaloa has reportedly been informed about the incidents.
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May - 22 
Speaking to the media on May 22, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) political chief S P Thamilselvam said that the group would participate in the Tokyo aid conference only if the Government’s response to its proposal for a North-East interim
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Speaking to the media on May 22, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) political chief S P Thamilselvam said that the group would participate in the Tokyo aid conference only if the Government’s response to its proposal for a North-East interim administration were "concrete, trustworthy and honest". He said, "The international community will realize that it is not possible to restore normalcy in the North East (NE) without establishing an interim administration in the region".
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May - 23 
A media report of May 24 has indicated that the Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) is conducting studies on various aspects of terrorism to find out effective means to counter it. The body was set up in 2002 to coordinate strategies of the three Services
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A media report of May 24 has indicated that the Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) is conducting studies on various aspects of terrorism to find out effective means to counter it. The body was set up in 2002 to coordinate strategies of the three Services of Indian Armed Forces, the Army, the Navy and the Air Force. The report also said that the IDS is specially focusing on the activities of the Inter Service Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, and Pakistan-based terrorist outfits.
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May - 23 
A media report on May 23 has indicated that the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has asked its cadres to prepare to leave Bhutan camps following latter’s warning to do so by the end of June 2003. Bhutan had also asked the National De
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A media report on May 23 has indicated that the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has asked its cadres to prepare to leave Bhutan camps following latter’s warning to do so by the end of June 2003. Bhutan had also asked the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisarion (KLO), to vacate its territory. However, the report has added that following this, cadres of the outfit might look for hideouts in the forest areas of Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh.
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May - 23 
According to a media report of May 23, the Union Home Ministry has put approximately 824 Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) operating in the North-East and Sikkim under surveillance for suspected links with various terrorist outfits. The Ministry
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According to a media report of May 23, the Union Home Ministry has put approximately 824 Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) operating in the North-East and Sikkim under surveillance for suspected links with various terrorist outfits. The Ministry has also passed on information to the Governments of Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Nagaland and Tripura in this regard. The Ministry suspects that there could be as many as 323 such NGOs in Meghalaya, 197 in Manipur, 151 in Assam, 82 in Nagaland, 69 in Tripura and two in Sikkim. The matter is still under investigation and details in this regard are awaited.
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May - 23 
According to media reports, a civilian was killed and a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was injured during an encounter between unidentified terrorists and the CRPF personnel at Motphran, in Meghalaya on May 23. Further details are awai
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According to media reports, a civilian was killed and a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was injured during an encounter between unidentified terrorists and the CRPF personnel at Motphran, in Meghalaya on May 23. Further details are awaited.
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May - 23 
According to media reports, on May 23, the crime branch of Mumbai Police in Maharashtra arrested two persons in connection with the Mulund bomb blast case from Kurla, and later booked them under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). The accused wer
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According to media reports, on May 23, the crime branch of Mumbai Police in Maharashtra arrested two persons in connection with the Mulund bomb blast case from Kurla, and later booked them under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). The accused were identified as Rashid Ansari and Harun Rashid alias Lohar. A total of 12 persons have been arrested in this case, thus far. To recollect, on March 13, 2003 a powerful bomb exploded inside a compartment of the Karjat-bound local train, at Mulund Railway station killing 12 persons and injuring 72 more.
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May - 23 
According to media reports, the Karnataka government has decided to deal firmly with left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) who have stepped up their activities in Tumkur district. Speaking to media persons in Gulbarga on May
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According to media reports, the Karnataka government has decided to deal firmly with left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) who have stepped up their activities in Tumkur district. Speaking to media persons in Gulbarga on May 23, the State Home Minister, Mallikarjun Kharge, said that the government had dispatched a high-level police team, headed by the State police chief, T Madiyal, to study the situation in Naxalite-affected areas and the team had suggested measures to curb the activities of the PWG.
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May - 23 
Delhi police, on May 23, charge-sheeted two leaders of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), including its Delhi-based spokesman Shabir Dar while naming former Deputy High Commissioner of Pakistan to India Jaleel Abbas Gilani and Hurriyat Chair
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Delhi police, on May 23, charge-sheeted two leaders of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), including its Delhi-based spokesman Shabir Dar while naming former Deputy High Commissioner of Pakistan to India Jaleel Abbas Gilani and Hurriyat Chairman Abdul Gani Bhat as accused who could not be sent for trial. They have been charge-sheeted under Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) for allegedly funding terrorist activities in the country. Police sources said Gilani and Bhat had been kept in column number two of the charge-sheet meant for persons not sent for trial. While Gilani enjoys diplomatic immunity, there was not enough evidence against Bhat who was questioned by the Delhi Police in March 2003. Dar was arrested on February 6, 2003 in Delhi for allegedly receiving funds from Pakistan High Commission for passing them on to terrorist groups in Jammu and Kashmir.
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May - 23 
Four left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG), including the Palakonda dalam (squad) area committee secretary, Bharathakka alias Jyoti, were killed in an encounter at Akkamulamma hillocks near Appalavantenavandlapalle village o
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Four left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG), including the Palakonda dalam (squad) area committee secretary, Bharathakka alias Jyoti, were killed in an encounter at Akkamulamma hillocks near Appalavantenavandlapalle village of Chinnamandem mandal (administrative unit), Cuddappah district on May 23. According to media reports, the encounter took place when a Grey Hounds (anti-Naxal force) party, on a combing operation, encountered the eight Naxalites. The ensuing exchange of fire lasted for over an hour. The four Naxalites were killed while the remaining managed to escape. Police recovered an AK-47, a .303 rifle, three AK-47 magazines, several rounds of ammunition and cash, from the scene of encounter.
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May - 23 
Four Naxalites of the PWG surrendered before the police in Guntur on May 23. Police sources said all the surrendered Naxalites were involved in several cases of extortion and looting of food grains.
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Four Naxalites of the PWG surrendered before the police in Guntur on May 23. Police sources said all the surrendered Naxalites were involved in several cases of extortion and looting of food grains.
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May - 23 
In another incident, a Pakistani terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed in an encounter, during a raid on a terrorist hideout, at Kellora Malik Gund in Shopian area, Pulwama district.
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In another incident, a Pakistani terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed in an encounter, during a raid on a terrorist hideout, at Kellora Malik Gund in Shopian area, Pulwama district.
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May - 23 
Official sources said that it could be only tip of the iceberg as 70 percent of the area near Surankot town at the Line of Control (LoC) is yet to be combed. Giving details of the operation, Major General Hardev Lidder, General officer Commanding (Go
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Official sources said that it could be only tip of the iceberg as 70 percent of the area near Surankot town at the Line of Control (LoC) is yet to be combed. Giving details of the operation, Major General Hardev Lidder, General officer Commanding (GoC) of the anti-insurgency Romeo Force said that the armed action had caught the terrorists by surprise and these groups were in disarray and on the run. He estimated the total presence of the terrorists to 300 or 350 in the area. He said the army, during the operation, had evidence of presence of the JeM, LeT, Tehrek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM), Al Badr and others.
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May - 23 
On May 23, an Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorist identified as K D Sangma has reportedly surrendered before the East Garo Hills district police chief in Williamnagar, Meghalaya.
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On May 23, an Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorist identified as K D Sangma has reportedly surrendered before the East Garo Hills district police chief in Williamnagar, Meghalaya.
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May - 23 
SFs destroyed 93 heavily fortified terrorits hideouts in the upper reaches of South Pir Panjal range during the ongoing operation ‘Sarp Vinash’. The hideouts unearthed were almost like military fortifications, where terrorists had stored large cache
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SFs destroyed 93 heavily fortified terrorits hideouts in the upper reaches of South Pir Panjal range during the ongoing operation ‘Sarp Vinash’. The hideouts unearthed were almost like military fortifications, where terrorists had stored large cache of arms, war like stores and 7,000 tonnes of ration 35 km deep into Indian territory. According to media reports, the fortifications were designed on the patterns of Al Qaeda hideouts in mountains near Jalalabad in Afghanistan.
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May - 23 
The police have sounded alert in the areas bordering Andhra Pradesh to keep a vigil on the situation and the possible movement of Naxalites.
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The police have sounded alert in the areas bordering Andhra Pradesh to keep a vigil on the situation and the possible movement of Naxalites.
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May - 23 
Two Pakistani terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed in an encounter at Sangpura village under the Chingus police station-limits, Rajouri district on May 23. The encounter took place when security forces (SFs), on a tip off about the mo
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Two Pakistani terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed in an encounter at Sangpura village under the Chingus police station-limits, Rajouri district on May 23. The encounter took place when security forces (SFs), on a tip off about the movement of six terrorists, carried out a search operation in the village. After an encounter, which lasted for four hours, two terrorists were killed while the four others managed to escape. Recoveries made from the encounter site included two AK-56 rifles with five magazines and 124 rounds, one pistol with two magazines and 14 rounds, two pouches and Rs 1,000 cash in Indian currency.
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May - 23 
A young boy was killed and eight others, including the Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG) (Operations) Karachi, Tariq Jamil, were injured when two sectarian groups clashed near the Godhra Colony area, under the jurisdiction of New Karachi Indus
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A young boy was killed and eight others, including the Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG) (Operations) Karachi, Tariq Jamil, were injured when two sectarian groups clashed near the Godhra Colony area, under the jurisdiction of New Karachi Industrial Area police station, on May 23. Media reports said that Sunni Tehreek cadres started sloganeering after the Friday prayers near the Rehmani mosque of the Ahl-e-Hadith, followers of the Shia faith. A scuffle followed between the groups and gunshots were also fired from both the sides, resulting in the death of a 15-year-old boy and injury of eight others.
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Nepal Defence Ministry has alleged that Maoist insurgents abducted and later killed a security force personnel, whose decomposed body was found in Makwanpur district on May 23. Besides, Maoists released a boy from their captivity on May 24. He had ea
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Nepal Defence Ministry has alleged that Maoist insurgents abducted and later killed a security force personnel, whose decomposed body was found in Makwanpur district on May 23. Besides, Maoists released a boy from their captivity on May 24. He had earlier been abducted on charges of passing information to Police about Maoist activities.
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May - 23 
A media report on May 23 has indicated that armed cadres of the outlawed left wing extremist Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) have intensified their activities in the Rupsha upazila (administrative unit) in Khulna district. The report said that t
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A media report on May 23 has indicated that armed cadres of the outlawed left wing extremist Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) have intensified their activities in the Rupsha upazila (administrative unit) in Khulna district. The report said that the PBCP cadres as were allegedly moving openly with arms and distributing leaflets. The group in the leaflets has asked the local residents to "help loot arms and ammunition from class enemies to establish an exploitation free society". It has also asked its cadres to carry forward their "struggle against US imperialism and class enemies". The PBCP will continue its armed attacks on "enemies living in urban areas to take revenge against killing of Shahidul Islam Sabuj of the party's Rupsha upazila unit," the outfit added in the message.
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May - 23 
Delayed reports have said that police arrested the two NBCP leaders after they were injured following a prolonged encounter, on May 19, with a 9 mm pistol, another gun and 18 bullets in Jessore. A 'red alert' was later sounded in the area to nab othe
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Delayed reports have said that police arrested the two NBCP leaders after they were injured following a prolonged encounter, on May 19, with a 9 mm pistol, another gun and 18 bullets in Jessore. A 'red alert' was later sounded in the area to nab other suspected NBCP leaders.
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May - 23 
According to media reports, on May 23, the People's Alliance (PA), main opposition party in the Parliament has strongly opposed the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE’s) demand for an "Internal administration outside the constitutional framewor
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According to media reports, on May 23, the People's Alliance (PA), main opposition party in the Parliament has strongly opposed the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE’s) demand for an "Internal administration outside the constitutional framework of Sri Lanka," as a prerequisite for its participation in the forthcoming ‘donor conference’ to be held at Tokyo, Japan, on June 9 and 10.
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May - 23 
The Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) has claimed that one of its supporters was abducted and assaulted allegedly by the LTTE cadres, on May 23. The incident was reported to the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) in Trincomalee and also to the
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The Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) has claimed that one of its supporters was abducted and assaulted allegedly by the LTTE cadres, on May 23. The incident was reported to the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) in Trincomalee and also to the Uppuweli police.
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May - 24 
A guide of the terrorists was killed during an encounter when security forces intercepted a group of terrorists infiltrating into the Indian territory through the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sunderbani sector, Rajouri district on May 24. The infiltr
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A guide of the terrorists was killed during an encounter when security forces intercepted a group of terrorists infiltrating into the Indian territory through the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sunderbani sector, Rajouri district on May 24. The infiltrators managed to escape while their unidentified guide was killed.
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May - 24 
According to media reports, two terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in separate encounters, on May 24. The first encounter took place when security forces (SFs) laid an ambush in Kumar Kali reserve forest, near Lakhip
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According to media reports, two terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in separate encounters, on May 24. The first encounter took place when security forces (SFs) laid an ambush in Kumar Kali reserve forest, near Lakhipur. In the ensuing encounter the terrorist was killed. One.38 Revolver, three live rounds of ammunition, one Chinese grenade, 300 grams of plastic explosive and a Dicta Phone were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 24 
Another terrorist was killed during an encounter following a SF raid on a mobile hideout of the ULFA in the Puntan reserve forest, south Kamrup district. One 9mm revolver, two Chinese grenades, rations and cooking utensils among other things were rec
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Another terrorist was killed during an encounter following a SF raid on a mobile hideout of the ULFA in the Puntan reserve forest, south Kamrup district. One 9mm revolver, two Chinese grenades, rations and cooking utensils among other things were recovered from the hideout.
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May - 24 
In a separate development, a statement issued by the Jamaat-e-Islami(JeI) on May 24 said the party had decided to recall its senior leader, Syed Ali Shah Geelani, from the powerful executive committee of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC). Th
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In a separate development, a statement issued by the Jamaat-e-Islami(JeI) on May 24 said the party had decided to recall its senior leader, Syed Ali Shah Geelani, from the powerful executive committee of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC). The statement said Geelani’s poor health was the reason for his recall from the seven-member executive committee of the APHC.
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May - 24 
In another incident, two Special Police Officers (SPOs) were injured in a grenade attack at Chakka in the Bhanderwah area, Doda district.
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In another incident, two Special Police Officers (SPOs) were injured in a grenade attack at Chakka in the Bhanderwah area, Doda district.
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May - 24 
In Rarouri district, SFs arrested a terrorist and recovered one AK rifle, two magazines and 30 rounds from his possession. In Poonch district a terrorist hideout was unearthed at Ban Jabran in Surankote area. SFs recovered one Pika gun, 183 Pika roun
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In Rarouri district, SFs arrested a terrorist and recovered one AK rifle, two magazines and 30 rounds from his possession. In Poonch district a terrorist hideout was unearthed at Ban Jabran in Surankote area. SFs recovered one Pika gun, 183 Pika rounds, one AK rifle, one UBGL, two UBGL grenades and one hand grenade from the hideout. Another hideout was unearthed at Kasbrari in Mendhar. Five blankets, two AK magazines, 30 rounds, 10 Pika rounds and some eatables were recovered from the hideout.
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May - 24 
Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—ambushed two tractor-trailer loads of villagers near Banwari Champapur village in the dense Valmiki tiger reserve forest in the Gobardhana police station limits in West Champaran’s Bagaha police district killing two pe
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Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—ambushed two tractor-trailer loads of villagers near Banwari Champapur village in the dense Valmiki tiger reserve forest in the Gobardhana police station limits in West Champaran’s Bagaha police district killing two persons and seriously injuring three others on May 24. A coming operation is reportedly underway to trace the Naxalites.
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May - 24 
Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) blasted the house of a former Sarpanch (village head) and local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP), Ramakrishna Reddy, in Nadimpalli village, Mahboobnagar district, on May 24.
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Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) blasted the house of a former Sarpanch (village head) and local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP), Ramakrishna Reddy, in Nadimpalli village, Mahboobnagar district, on May 24. According to media reports, approximately 40 Naxalites raided Reddy’s house destroyed furniture and other valuable items. Later, they placed explosives and blasted the house. Property worth Rs 15 lakh was destroyed.
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May - 24 
Police arrested 30 left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) and seized a huge cache of arms and ammunition from their possession in Gattakal and Sawalibaras villages of the Bhanuprapappur sub-division, Kanker district on May 24
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Police arrested 30 left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) and seized a huge cache of arms and ammunition from their possession in Gattakal and Sawalibaras villages of the Bhanuprapappur sub-division, Kanker district on May 24. According to official sources, all the arrested Naxalites were involved in serious offences like murder, looting and dacoity.
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May - 24 
Speaking to a Srinagar-based news agency on May 24, Syed Salahuddin, ‘supreme commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Muhahideen (HM) said his group would positively respond to any initiative aimed at finding an everlasting solution to the Kashmir problem. He said
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Speaking to a Srinagar-based news agency on May 24, Syed Salahuddin, ‘supreme commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Muhahideen (HM) said his group would positively respond to any initiative aimed at finding an everlasting solution to the Kashmir problem. He said, "If India is serious about resolving the problem, accepts the disputed nature of Kashmir and starts talks, the Hizb will give a positive response''. He, however, said that India should have to talk to Pakistan and Kashmiris simultaneously.
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May - 24 
Suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists killed their former colleague (Surrendered ULFA) at Basugaon, in Assam’s Kokrajhar district on May 24. The slain SULFA member had surrendered in 1999.
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Suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists killed their former colleague (Surrendered ULFA) at Basugaon, in Assam’s Kokrajhar district on May 24. The slain SULFA member had surrendered in 1999.
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May - 24 
The security forces arrested at least six terrorists belonging to different outfits and detained sixty suspects for interrogation, during a search operation in Imphal East and Imphal West districts, on May 24. Media reports said two terrorists each f
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The security forces arrested at least six terrorists belonging to different outfits and detained sixty suspects for interrogation, during a search operation in Imphal East and Imphal West districts, on May 24. Media reports said two terrorists each from the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) and the Kuki National Army (KNA), and one each from the NSCN-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) were arrested during the search operation.
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May - 24 
A Muttahida Quomi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H) activist was abducted and later shot dead in the Liaqatabad area of Karachi on May 24. He was in charge of the party’s Liaqatabad sector.
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A Muttahida Quomi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H) activist was abducted and later shot dead in the Liaqatabad area of Karachi on May 24. He was in charge of the party’s Liaqatabad sector.
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May - 24 
According to media reports, Maoist insurgents abducted nine persons of the Tharu community from the Joshipur Village Development Committee, Kailali district, on May 24. Reports said approximately 12 Maoists came to the village and forcibly took the p
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According to media reports, Maoist insurgents abducted nine persons of the Tharu community from the Joshipur Village Development Committee, Kailali district, on May 24. Reports said approximately 12 Maoists came to the village and forcibly took the persons towards Banjariya forests.
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May - 25 
A civilian was killed in the crossfire between security forces (SFs) and terrorists at village Kungwattan in the south Kashmir district of Anantnag.
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A civilian was killed in the crossfire between security forces (SFs) and terrorists at village Kungwattan in the south Kashmir district of Anantnag.
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May - 25 
A media report on May 25 has indicated that arrested leaders of the proscribed National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), active in Assam, expressed willingness to talk with the Union Government on the issue of ‘independent Bodoland’. NDFB ‘captai
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A media report on May 25 has indicated that arrested leaders of the proscribed National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), active in Assam, expressed willingness to talk with the Union Government on the issue of ‘independent Bodoland’. NDFB ‘captain’ Indramohan Basumatary and ‘speaker’ Sunil Brahma who were arrested in Kolkata, the capital city of West Bengal, on April 30 reportedly said that the outfit was in favour of talks for the ‘socio-economic development’ of the Bodo community.
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May - 25 
A media report quoting official sources has indicated that Pune city in the State of Maharashtra is gradually been transformed into a base of Islamist terrorist organizations like the Student Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT)
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A media report quoting official sources has indicated that Pune city in the State of Maharashtra is gradually been transformed into a base of Islamist terrorist organizations like the Student Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). It also said that LeT terrorists and the Mafia gangs were receiving arms training in the city.
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May - 25 
According to media reports, chief of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the Peoples War Group (PWG), Muppala Lakshmana Rao alias Ganapathi, reportedly toured several parts of the Northern Telangana region in April 2003 to boost the sagging morale of
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According to media reports, chief of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the Peoples War Group (PWG), Muppala Lakshmana Rao alias Ganapathi, reportedly toured several parts of the Northern Telangana region in April 2003 to boost the sagging morale of the cadres in view of the killings of several top ranking PWG leaders in police encounters in the recent past. Ganapathi also reportedly addressed a meeting attended by top PWG cadres representing Northern Telangana, Andhra-Orissa border areas and Dandkaranya at an undisclosed location. During his visit, the PWG reportedly chalked out new plans to counter the police offensive and decided to screen recruits thoroughly before admitting them into the outfit.
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May - 25 
According to media reports, Thuingaleng Muivah, General Secretary of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has indicated that the unification of Naga territories was standing in the way of a final solution to the Naga peace
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According to media reports, Thuingaleng Muivah, General Secretary of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has indicated that the unification of Naga territories was standing in the way of a final solution to the Naga peace process. Speaking to the media after the conclusion of two-day long Naga peace talks held in the Thai capital Bangkok, Muivah emphasized that the Nagas would never lay down their ‘arms, freedom and territories’. He further added that keeping the Naga territories divided and talking of a solution to this vexed problem is an insult to the Nagas. Muivah and K. Padmanabhaiah, special envoy of the Indian Government, ended two days of formal talks on May 23.
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May - 25 
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist at Charar-e-Sharief during a search operation. A pistol, two magazines, a wireless set and 27 rounds of ammunition were recovered from his possession. Separately, secu
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist at Charar-e-Sharief during a search operation. A pistol, two magazines, a wireless set and 27 rounds of ammunition were recovered from his possession. Separately, security forces recovered 110 kg of RDX along with a large cache of arms and ammunition at Watarhama Bandipora.
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May - 25 
In another incident, Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) attacked the Simultalla railway station in Jamui district on May 25 and set ablaze a platform and the Government Railway Police (GRP) police station located there. They also looted a
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In another incident, Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) attacked the Simultalla railway station in Jamui district on May 25 and set ablaze a platform and the Government Railway Police (GRP) police station located there. They also looted an unspecified amount of cash and five rifles from the police personnel. Six police personnel were injured in the incident. Later, the Naxalites went on a looting spree in Simultalla town and exploded several bombs at different points.
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May - 25 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) attacked the Simultalla railway station in Jamui district on May 25 and set ablaze a platform and the Government Railway Police (GRP) police station located there. Three personnel of
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) attacked the Simultalla railway station in Jamui district on May 25 and set ablaze a platform and the Government Railway Police (GRP) police station located there. Three personnel of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) were killed in the incident. Earlier, media reports on May 26 said six police personnel were injured in the incident. However, later the Railway department confirmed the death of three RPF personnel. The Naxalites also looted an unspecified amount of cash and five rifles from the police personnel.
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May - 25 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in Arigoppala village in Durgi mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on May 25. Media reports said the Naxalites abdu
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in Arigoppala village in Durgi mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on May 25. Media reports said the Naxalites abducted the victim, Nalabotula Ramanujam, to the outskirts of the village and later shot him dead.
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May - 25 
Reports from Baramulla have indicated that unidentified terrorists entered the residence of a civilian at the Jul-Sheeri area on May 25 and killed two persons. The terrorists escaped after the killing.
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Reports from Baramulla have indicated that unidentified terrorists entered the residence of a civilian at the Jul-Sheeri area on May 25 and killed two persons. The terrorists escaped after the killing.
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May - 25 
Speaking in Kokrajhar, the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) chairman Hagrama Basumatary, on May 25 has said that he is expecting a final resolution of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) boundary issue at a meeting with the Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi
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Speaking in Kokrajhar, the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) chairman Hagrama Basumatary, on May 25 has said that he is expecting a final resolution of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) boundary issue at a meeting with the Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi scheduled to be held on May 27 at Dispur. While the BTC Accord of February 10, 2003 stipulates inclusion of 3,082 villages in the proposed Council, the matter of inclusion of 95 more villages remained unresolved.
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May - 25 
Suspected United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) cadres fired indiscriminately on a police vehicle on May 25 near the Matipung area of Diphu town. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the terrorists managed to escape. An AK-56 rifle
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Suspected United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) cadres fired indiscriminately on a police vehicle on May 25 near the Matipung area of Diphu town. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the terrorists managed to escape. An AK-56 rifle and some ammunition were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 25 
Two terrorists were killed and a Special Police Officer (SPO) was injured during an encounter at village Ban Jabran in the Surankote area of Poonch district. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the slain terror
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Two terrorists were killed and a Special Police Officer (SPO) was injured during an encounter at village Ban Jabran in the Surankote area of Poonch district. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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May - 25 
Unidentified assailants shot and wounded a Sunni prayer leader on May 25 in Multan in a suspected sectarian attack, according to official sources. The assailants managed to escape from the incident site.
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Unidentified assailants shot and wounded a Sunni prayer leader on May 25 in Multan in a suspected sectarian attack, according to official sources. The assailants managed to escape from the incident site.
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May - 25 
According to a report, a meeting was held at Kathmandu between the chief Maoist negotiator Krishna Bahadur Mahara and his counterpart on Government side, the Physical Planning Minister Narayan Singh Pun, on May 25 to discuss any anticipated shortcomi
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According to a report, a meeting was held at Kathmandu between the chief Maoist negotiator Krishna Bahadur Mahara and his counterpart on Government side, the Physical Planning Minister Narayan Singh Pun, on May 25 to discuss any anticipated shortcomings in the peace process. The meeting also deliberated likely date for the third round of peace talks.
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May - 26 
30 Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) and their sympathizers, accused to be involved in the recent famine raids at Bandameedapalli in Raptadu mandal (administrative unit), Anantpur district surrendered before the district
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30 Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) and their sympathizers, accused to be involved in the recent famine raids at Bandameedapalli in Raptadu mandal (administrative unit), Anantpur district surrendered before the district police chief on May 26. Speaking to media persons, the district police chief, Aneel Kumar, said the Naxalites had intimidated innocent villagers to participate in their looting spree. Of the 140 Naxalites and their sympathisers who participated in the raid, 14 persons had been arrested and 52 more surrendered recently, while the rest were at large, he said and called upon them to surrender.
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May - 26 
A media report quoting State Home Department sources has indicated that outlawed terrorist groups of Tripura have intensified violence, which has shown a sharp rise in the State compared to the past two years. Sources said that terrorism-related inci
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A media report quoting State Home Department sources has indicated that outlawed terrorist groups of Tripura have intensified violence, which has shown a sharp rise in the State compared to the past two years. Sources said that terrorism-related incidents have led to the death of 123 civilians after the Manik Sarkar-led fifth Left Front Government assumed office for the second time in February 2003. According to official statistics, 123 civilians were killed in Tripura during the first five months of this year, which were only 65 during the corresponding period in year 2002 and 144 during the whole of 2002. The current year has also witnessed three major massacres in which 38 persons have been killed. Incidents of abductions have also increased in a similar proportion. 86 persons were abducted during the first five months of this year, which were only 56 during the corresponding period last year and 201 during the whole of 2002. The number of terrorist incidents also increased similarly. The first five months of the current year have registered 166 incidents, which were only 85 during the corresponding period last year, and 201 during the whole of 2002. Furthermore, the report added that despite repeated calls, none of the terrorist outfits have shown any interest to come for negotiations with the State or the Central Government.
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May - 26 
A Special Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) Court in Mumbai extended the judicial custody of Saquib Nachan and Atif Mulla, prime accused in the case, till June 2. Nachan was arrested in Ghatkopar bomb blast case on April 29. He has also been charged
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A Special Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) Court in Mumbai extended the judicial custody of Saquib Nachan and Atif Mulla, prime accused in the case, till June 2. Nachan was arrested in Ghatkopar bomb blast case on April 29. He has also been charged in the Mulund bomb blast case.
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May - 26 
According to media reports, suspected Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorists killed two persons, branding them police informers, including the village headman of Raja-A’pal village, on May 26 near Bajengdoba, in East Garo Hills district,
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According to media reports, suspected Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorists killed two persons, branding them police informers, including the village headman of Raja-A’pal village, on May 26 near Bajengdoba, in East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, in separate incidents.
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May - 26 
According to media reports, the Mumbai Police arrested two activists of the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) on May 26 in connection with the Ghatkopar bomb blast case. They were later remanded to police custody till June 5.
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According to media reports, the Mumbai Police arrested two activists of the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) on May 26 in connection with the Ghatkopar bomb blast case. They were later remanded to police custody till June 5.
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May - 26 
According to official sources, a group of seven unidentified terrorists intruded into the house of a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member and shot dead all five members of the family, including three children, and later set ablaze their house at vi
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According to official sources, a group of seven unidentified terrorists intruded into the house of a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member and shot dead all five members of the family, including three children, and later set ablaze their house at village Seri Khwas in the Koteranka area of Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on May 26.
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May - 26 
An abducted contractor returned to his home safely under Teliamura police station limits in West Tripura district, on the same day. Media reports have said that All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists had taken him hostage from Mokambari area under
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An abducted contractor returned to his home safely under Teliamura police station limits in West Tripura district, on the same day. Media reports have said that All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists had taken him hostage from Mokambari area under Kalyanpur police station limits, on May 19 with three more, including two Government employees and took them to its hideout in Bangladesh. On his return, he has informed the police that he had no knowledge of other three captives as they were kept in separate camps.
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May - 26 
In another incident, PWG Naxalites assaulted the Narasaraopet Regional Transport Officer (RTO), J Janardhana Chetty, near Kunkalagunta village in the same district.
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In another incident, PWG Naxalites assaulted the Narasaraopet Regional Transport Officer (RTO), J Janardhana Chetty, near Kunkalagunta village in the same district.
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May - 26 
Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh said in Imphal on May 26 that the State Government would seek Union Government’s approval before passing the Manipur Control of Organised Crime Bill, 2003. While indicating that the Bill would be different fro
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Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh said in Imphal on May 26 that the State Government would seek Union Government’s approval before passing the Manipur Control of Organised Crime Bill, 2003. While indicating that the Bill would be different from the federal law, Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), he added that it would contain provisions to counter the State’s insurgency problems.
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May - 26 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists abducted three non-tribal youths from Maracherra in Tripura’s Dhalai district, on May 26.
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists abducted three non-tribal youths from Maracherra in Tripura’s Dhalai district, on May 26.
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May - 26 
On May 26, 2003, two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres, Ratan Deka alias Raju alias Partha Sarma and Dimbeswar Nath alias Dul surrendered with a hand grenade before the Guwahati city police, in Assam’s Kamrup district.
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On May 26, 2003, two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres, Ratan Deka alias Raju alias Partha Sarma and Dimbeswar Nath alias Dul surrendered with a hand grenade before the Guwahati city police, in Assam’s Kamrup district.
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May - 26 
Police in Sonitpur, Assam, destroyed a hideout of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border on May 26 and arrested a front ranking terrorist, who was involved in the killing of officer-in-charge (OC) of Gohpur
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Police in Sonitpur, Assam, destroyed a hideout of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border on May 26 and arrested a front ranking terrorist, who was involved in the killing of officer-in-charge (OC) of Gohpur police station. Sonitpur Superintendent of Police, S Gogoi, said that that acting on a tip-off, police destroyed the hideout located at Jarubari hillock under Sootea police station and arrested self-styled corporal Bibek Hazarika alias Prasanta Barpatra Mudoi. Half a kilogram of RDX, some ammunition, one magazine and some detonators were recovered from him. Bibek was reportedly involved in the killing of the then OC of Gohpur police station in 1991 immediately after joining the ULFA.
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May - 26 
Reports from Poonch district have indicated that security forces (SFs) killed three more terrorists at village Ban Jabran in the Surankote area while a Special Police Officer (SPO), who was injured in the operation overnight, succumbed to his injurie
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Reports from Poonch district have indicated that security forces (SFs) killed three more terrorists at village Ban Jabran in the Surankote area while a Special Police Officer (SPO), who was injured in the operation overnight, succumbed to his injuries on May 26. As reported earlier, on May 25, SF personnel had killed two terrorists while their three associates had managed to escape into the adjacent forests. While two of the slain terrorists were reportedly foreign mercenaries the third one was a local. Three AK rifles with some ammunition and two wireless sets were recovered from their possession.
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May - 26 
Speaking to the media in Hyderabad on May 26, State police chief P Ramulu said that the police department would shortly take up construction of 250 attack-proof buildings to house police stations in the Naxalite-affected districts. He said each attac
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Speaking to the media in Hyderabad on May 26, State police chief P Ramulu said that the police department would shortly take up construction of 250 attack-proof buildings to house police stations in the Naxalite-affected districts. He said each attack-proof police station could cost around Rupees three million. It is intended to provide maximum security to police personnel as also to prevent attacks of the PWG on police stations.
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May - 26 
Suspected ULFA terrorists abducted owner of the Deibanda Tea Estate near Asomiya Balijan Goan in Tinsikuia district on May 26, 2003. According to media sources, a group of four-member ULFA terrorists abducted him while he was on his way to the office
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Suspected ULFA terrorists abducted owner of the Deibanda Tea Estate near Asomiya Balijan Goan in Tinsikuia district on May 26, 2003. According to media sources, a group of four-member ULFA terrorists abducted him while he was on his way to the office.
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May - 26 
The personal assistant of a businessman in the Borhapjan area, who had been abducted by suspected ULFA terrorists on May 20, was released on May 26. According to reports, the youth was released at a place between Makum and Tinsukia town.
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The personal assistant of a businessman in the Borhapjan area, who had been abducted by suspected ULFA terrorists on May 20, was released on May 26. According to reports, the youth was released at a place between Makum and Tinsukia town.
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May - 26 
According to a media report, the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) has asked the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) to shift its offices from the premises of the Jamaat offices Hizb sources were quoted as saying in Daily Times that the Hizb had been operating from the prem
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According to a media report, the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) has asked the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) to shift its offices from the premises of the Jamaat offices Hizb sources were quoted as saying in Daily Times that the Hizb had been operating from the premises of JeI offices since 1990. They said the central JeI leadership had also asked the Hizb to remove all hoardings and signboards from Jamaat offices across Pakistan. On May 25, Jamaat chief Qazi Hussein Ahmad reportedly said that Hizb sympathisers and not the JeI established such offices. Meanwhile, Hizb spokesperson Abdul Saleem while denying that the group had any offices, said "We have only one office in Rawalpindi and that too for media purposes only. Since we have no offices in Pakistan, the question of shifting or removing them doesn’t arise." He also denied that the Hizb was the JeI’s armed wing.
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May - 26 
According to delayed reports, an activist of the Parbattya Chattagram Jono Sanghati Shamity (PCJSS) was injured in an internecine clash with cadres of the United Peoples Democratic Front (UPDF) at Hazachhori village in Kawkhali on May 26. Reports fur
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According to delayed reports, an activist of the Parbattya Chattagram Jono Sanghati Shamity (PCJSS) was injured in an internecine clash with cadres of the United Peoples Democratic Front (UPDF) at Hazachhori village in Kawkhali on May 26. Reports further said that additional troops have been sent to Kawkhali following the incident. The incident reportedly occurred when a group of 35 PCJSS activists attacked an UPDF-dominated village. The two rival groups had also clashed earlier on May 21 at Panchhori village in which two UPDF activists were injured.
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May - 26 
Police recovered eight bombs near the Shahidullah Hall residence of a Dhaka University (DU) lecturer, Shafiqur Rahman, on May 26. Police suspects that the miscreants who had earlier planted bombs at the residence of DU vice-chancellor might have conn
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Police recovered eight bombs near the Shahidullah Hall residence of a Dhaka University (DU) lecturer, Shafiqur Rahman, on May 26. Police suspects that the miscreants who had earlier planted bombs at the residence of DU vice-chancellor might have connection with the incident. According to a report, unspecified amount of bombs was also recovered earlier on the University premises, on May 21.
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May - 26 
At a press briefing on May 26, General Secretary of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) Tilvin Silva said that the Interim Administration mechanism, which the LTTE has raised recently, is akin to their demand of Tamil Eelam. He also said that the JVP
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At a press briefing on May 26, General Secretary of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) Tilvin Silva said that the Interim Administration mechanism, which the LTTE has raised recently, is akin to their demand of Tamil Eelam. He also said that the JVP has always opposed the concept of an interim administration in any form in the Northern and Eastern regions of the country. He also claimed that since the onset of the current cease-fire between the Government and LTTE, the latter has strategically progressed with its action plans.
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May - 26 
Quoting diplomatic sources, media reports said on May 26 that Japan and Norway have commenced discussions at the highest level to resume the stalled peace talks between the Sri Lankan Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). In this re
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Quoting diplomatic sources, media reports said on May 26 that Japan and Norway have commenced discussions at the highest level to resume the stalled peace talks between the Sri Lankan Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). In this regard, the Norwegian Premier Kjell Magne Bondevik arrived on May 26 in Tokyo on a three-day visit for talks with his Japanese counterpart Junichiro Koizumi. The LTTE had on April 21 temporarily withdrawn from the ongoing peace process.
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May - 27 
A civilian was killed while his wife and son were injured as unidentified terrorists opened indiscriminate fire at his residence in village Tararan Wali in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists escaped after the killing.
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A civilian was killed while his wife and son were injured as unidentified terrorists opened indiscriminate fire at his residence in village Tararan Wali in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists escaped after the killing.
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May - 27 
A media report on May 27 has indicated that the Union Government is likely promulgate an ordinance to give effect to the provisions of the Agreement signed on February 10, 2003 with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT). The Agreement stipulated, inter al
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A media report on May 27 has indicated that the Union Government is likely promulgate an ordinance to give effect to the provisions of the Agreement signed on February 10, 2003 with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT). The Agreement stipulated, inter alia, creation of an autonomous Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC).
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May - 27 
According to a media report on June 1, pocket wireless communication devices worth Rupees 2.4 million were found missing when the consignment reached Dharmanagar in North Tripura district of Tripura on May 27 from Chandigarh, capital city of Punjab a
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According to a media report on June 1, pocket wireless communication devices worth Rupees 2.4 million were found missing when the consignment reached Dharmanagar in North Tripura district of Tripura on May 27 from Chandigarh, capital city of Punjab and Haryana. The report indicated that the walkie-talkies meant for the Central Reserve Police Force personnel might have been stolen enroute by terrorists operating in Tripura. The consignment of six boxes was booked at Chandigarh on May 15 and three boxes were found missing after arrival at Dharmanagar.
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May - 27 
According to a media report, the police at Garowanpatty in Tezpur, head quarter of Assam’s Sonitpur district, recovered two high power crude bombs and later diffused them on May 27.
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According to a media report, the police at Garowanpatty in Tezpur, head quarter of Assam’s Sonitpur district, recovered two high power crude bombs and later diffused them on May 27.
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May - 27 
According to official sources in north Kashmir, unidentified terrorists intruded into the residence of Rafeeq Khan, a former terrorist, at Arin Dardpora in Bandipore on May 27 and opened indiscriminate gunfire on the inmates. Rafeeq Khan, his father
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According to official sources in north Kashmir, unidentified terrorists intruded into the residence of Rafeeq Khan, a former terrorist, at Arin Dardpora in Bandipore on May 27 and opened indiscriminate gunfire on the inmates. Rafeeq Khan, his father and wife were killed in the attack. Sources said that Rafeeq had surrendered before the security forces during November 2002 and since then was on the terrorists’ hit list.
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May - 27 
In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG snatched a double barrel gun from the security guard of a bank in Piduguralla, Guntur district, on May 27. Police sources said six Naxalites went to the local branch of the State Bank of India, threatened the
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In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG snatched a double barrel gun from the security guard of a bank in Piduguralla, Guntur district, on May 27. Police sources said six Naxalites went to the local branch of the State Bank of India, threatened the persons with weapons and took away a double barrel gun from the security guard and fled the scene.
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May - 27 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) attacked the Gudabanda police station, East Singhbum district, on May 27. Media reports said a group of Naxalites hurled crude bombs, grenades and opened indiscriminate fire on the police
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG) attacked the Gudabanda police station, East Singhbum district, on May 27. Media reports said a group of Naxalites hurled crude bombs, grenades and opened indiscriminate fire on the police station killing a woman. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the Naxalites escaped.
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May - 27 
Media reports said, police in Assam’s Jorhat district arrested a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist Bishnu Prasad Baruah alias Prasanta Duarah and his wife, Geeta Saikia alias Sangeeta, a ULFA cadre too, from the Amtolia village, under
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Media reports said, police in Assam’s Jorhat district arrested a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist Bishnu Prasad Baruah alias Prasanta Duarah and his wife, Geeta Saikia alias Sangeeta, a ULFA cadre too, from the Amtolia village, under Teok police station limits on May 27. A revolver with unspecified amount of ammunition and some incriminating documents were also recovered from their possession.
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May - 27 
On May 27, Dilip Nunisa, ‘vice-president’ of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) reportedly complained against the alleged detention of his team by an Army officer at Lumding Tin-Ali, in Assam’s North Cachar Hills district, on May 25. Nunisa alleged that the
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On May 27, Dilip Nunisa, ‘vice-president’ of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) reportedly complained against the alleged detention of his team by an Army officer at Lumding Tin-Ali, in Assam’s North Cachar Hills district, on May 25. Nunisa alleged that they were detained without any ‘valid reason’ while proceeding to their Dhanshri designated camp after a meeting the DHD ‘president’, Jeol Gorlosa.
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May - 27 
The Assam Government has issued a notification to dissolve the old Bodoland Autonomous Council (BAC) that was created under the 1993 Agreement. A nodal officer––the Commissioner-cum-Secretary of the Welfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes to ove
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The Assam Government has issued a notification to dissolve the old Bodoland Autonomous Council (BAC) that was created under the 1993 Agreement. A nodal officer––the Commissioner-cum-Secretary of the Welfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes to oversee the administration in the proposed BTC area during the interim period has also been appointed. According to the State Welfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes Minister Bharat Narah, the Union Home Ministry has also sought a report from the State Government on the current status of the BTC. He further informed that a tripartite meeting of the Union and State Governments with the BLT leaders to discuss the inclusion of 93 more villages in the BTC might be held around June 15.
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May - 27 
The PWG has called for a bandh (general shutdown) in Cuddapah and Chittoor district on May 30 in protest against the recent encounter in the district in which four PWG Naxalites were killed. In a press note released in Cuddapah on May 27, Cuddapah, C
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The PWG has called for a bandh (general shutdown) in Cuddapah and Chittoor district on May 30 in protest against the recent encounter in the district in which four PWG Naxalites were killed. In a press note released in Cuddapah on May 27, Cuddapah, Chittoor divisional committee secretary Zaheer alleged that the Greyhound commandoes with the help of an informer surrounded the area where the PWG cadres were taking rest and fired at them with machine guns and other sophisticated weapons without prior warning.
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May - 27 
Three terrorists were killed during an encounter at Tilpathri in the Kupwara district. However, an unspecified number of their associates managed to escape from the encounter site. In a separate encounter, a Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorist was k
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Three terrorists were killed during an encounter at Tilpathri in the Kupwara district. However, an unspecified number of their associates managed to escape from the encounter site. In a separate encounter, a Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorist was killed at Largam in the Shopian area of Pulwama district. Further, one unidentified terrorist was killed in the Mahore area of Udhampur district and an AK rifle, three magazines and a hand grenade were recovered from his possession. Another encounter occurred between unidentified terrorists and Border Security Force (BSF) personnel near a paramilitary formation in the Tral area of Pulwama. However, the terrorists managed to escape unhurt.
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May - 27 
An Anti-Terrorism court in Lahore on May 27 acquitted medical practitioner Dr Ahmad Javed Khawaja and his chartered accountant brother Ahmad Naveed Khawaja of the charges of firing on a police party and possessing illegal arms and passports of four f
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An Anti-Terrorism court in Lahore on May 27 acquitted medical practitioner Dr Ahmad Javed Khawaja and his chartered accountant brother Ahmad Naveed Khawaja of the charges of firing on a police party and possessing illegal arms and passports of four foreign nationals. However, they could not be released from the Kot Lakhpat Jail as they are facing detention till May 31 under the Security of Pakistan Act on charges of their involvement in anti-state activities. The Khawaja brothers were arrested on December 19, 2002, from their Manawan residence in Lahore for suspected Al Qaeda links.
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May - 27 
Security agencies on May 27 reportedly arrested a suspected Afghan Al Qaeda operative during a raid in the northwestern tribal territory bordering Afghanistan. The suspect, identified as Abdullah, was apprehended in a pre-dawn raid in Shahkas village
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Security agencies on May 27 reportedly arrested a suspected Afghan Al Qaeda operative during a raid in the northwestern tribal territory bordering Afghanistan. The suspect, identified as Abdullah, was apprehended in a pre-dawn raid in Shahkas village near the border town of Jamrud, 25 km west of Peshawar, an unnamed official was quoted as saying in a media report.
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May - 27 
While ruling on a writ petition filed by a human rights organisation, Cellard on May 27, courts in Nepalgunj and Taplejung have ordered the release of 45 imprisoned Maoist insurgents. A media report has indicated that this is probably the first time
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While ruling on a writ petition filed by a human rights organisation, Cellard on May 27, courts in Nepalgunj and Taplejung have ordered the release of 45 imprisoned Maoist insurgents. A media report has indicated that this is probably the first time that the courts have ordered the release of as many Maoists after the announcement of cease-fire between the Government and the insurgents.
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May - 27 
According to media reports, six persons have been charge-sheeted by the police on May 27 in connection with the killing of an on-duty traffic sergeant Arifur Rahman of Khulna Metropolitan Police (KMP), on March 1. Two of the accused had reportedly ma
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According to media reports, six persons have been charge-sheeted by the police on May 27 in connection with the killing of an on-duty traffic sergeant Arifur Rahman of Khulna Metropolitan Police (KMP), on March 1. Two of the accused had reportedly made confessional statements earlier before the metropolitan magistrate, implicating themselves and others in the incident. Sergeant Arif was killed when unidentified miscreants hurled bombs at the intersection near Khulna circuit house maidan (ground).
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May - 27 
A report on June 2 has indicated that in a letter on May 27 addressed to Jan Petersen, the Norwegian Foreign Minister, Sri Lankan Premier Ranil Wickremesinghe had said that an interim administrative structure for the North-East Province would enable
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A report on June 2 has indicated that in a letter on May 27 addressed to Jan Petersen, the Norwegian Foreign Minister, Sri Lankan Premier Ranil Wickremesinghe had said that an interim administrative structure for the North-East Province would enable the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to play a significant role. He reportedly had also mentioned that such a structure should not be in conflict with the existing laws of Sri Lanka.
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May - 27 
On May 27, the Government said that a proposed mechanism to undertake development, rehabilitation and reconstruction of the North-East region was handed over to the Norwegian Special Envoy Erik Solheim to be further conveyed to the Liberation Tigers
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On May 27, the Government said that a proposed mechanism to undertake development, rehabilitation and reconstruction of the North-East region was handed over to the Norwegian Special Envoy Erik Solheim to be further conveyed to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The proposals reportedly do not exactly offer an interim administration as was demanded by the LTTE as a pre-requisite for their participation at the Tokyo donor conference.
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May - 27 
While speaking in Tokyo, the capital city of Japan, the Prime Minister of Norway Kjell Magne Bondevik reportedly expressed hope that the Sri Lankan Government would show flexibility in response to the LTTE's demand for an interim administration.
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While speaking in Tokyo, the capital city of Japan, the Prime Minister of Norway Kjell Magne Bondevik reportedly expressed hope that the Sri Lankan Government would show flexibility in response to the LTTE's demand for an interim administration.
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May - 28 
A civilian abducted by the NLFT terrorists on April 13 returned safely home at Samrurpara village, under Kailasahar subdivision of North Tripura district, on May 28. Media reports said that the terrorists had taken him hostage to their hideout in Ban
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A civilian abducted by the NLFT terrorists on April 13 returned safely home at Samrurpara village, under Kailasahar subdivision of North Tripura district, on May 28. Media reports said that the terrorists had taken him hostage to their hideout in Bangladesh. However, the fate on one more civilian abducted along with him remains unclear thus far.
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May - 28 
A delayed report has said that security forces destroyed a training camp of Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) at Khangbung village, located on the higher ridges of the Khoupum valley, Tamenglong district on May 28.
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A delayed report has said that security forces destroyed a training camp of Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) at Khangbung village, located on the higher ridges of the Khoupum valley, Tamenglong district on May 28.
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May - 28 
A media report on May 28 has claimed that four National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) leaders met Assam Chief Minister (CM) Tarun Gogoi in Dispur, on May 22 in a prelude to anticipated negotiations between the outfit and the Government. The NDF
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A media report on May 28 has claimed that four National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) leaders met Assam Chief Minister (CM) Tarun Gogoi in Dispur, on May 22 in a prelude to anticipated negotiations between the outfit and the Government. The NDFB "finance and home secretary", Nileswar Basumatary alias B. Jabda reportedly led the visiting group, and its "judicial secretary" B. Jwkhrub was among the other three members. Details of the talks were not available. However, the report added that both sides have agreed to hold another round of informal talks either in Meghalaya’s capital Shillong or in Dimapur, in Nagaland in two months’ time.
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May - 28 
A NLFT terrorist was also arrested by the security forces from the Chakakupara area, under Shantir Bazar police station limits of the South Tripura district, on the same day. Two country-made pistols, a country-made gun and unspecified quantity of am
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A NLFT terrorist was also arrested by the security forces from the Chakakupara area, under Shantir Bazar police station limits of the South Tripura district, on the same day. Two country-made pistols, a country-made gun and unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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May - 28 
A police team led by the Sonitpur district police chief Satyen Gogoi arrested a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘Corporal’ identified as Vivek Hazarika following an encounter at Jarabari, under the Chotiya police station limits.
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A police team led by the Sonitpur district police chief Satyen Gogoi arrested a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘Corporal’ identified as Vivek Hazarika following an encounter at Jarabari, under the Chotiya police station limits.
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May - 28 
According to a media report on May 28, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) has identified four sectors of the Indian Railways as being insurgency prone. Of these, the Tinsukia-Mariani sector is affected by the activities of the Isak Muivah and Khaplan
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According to a media report on May 28, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) has identified four sectors of the Indian Railways as being insurgency prone. Of these, the Tinsukia-Mariani sector is affected by the activities of the Isak Muivah and Khaplang factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM and NSCN-K), in the Lumding-Halflong sector, both the NSCN factions and Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) are active. Besides, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) and Rabha National Security Force (RNSF) operate in the other two identified sectors of Guwahati-Rangiya-Srirampur and the Rangiya-Rangapara.
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May - 28 
According to media reports, on May 28, police in Manipur arrested eight Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) terrorists in separate raids in Bishnupur district in connection with the abduction and subsequent killing of a trader. The trader was abducted on
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According to media reports, on May 28, police in Manipur arrested eight Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) terrorists in separate raids in Bishnupur district in connection with the abduction and subsequent killing of a trader. The trader was abducted on April 19 and his dead body was recovered on May 27 near Thongjao village, under Sugnu police post limits, in Thoubal district.
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May - 28 
According to media reports, residents of Vadlaramapuram village, Kurnool district, chased and drove away left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG), who came to the village, considered to be a PWG stronghold for over a decade, to
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According to media reports, residents of Vadlaramapuram village, Kurnool district, chased and drove away left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG), who came to the village, considered to be a PWG stronghold for over a decade, to target a villager branding him a police informer.
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May - 28 
Awantipore Police recovered the dead body of a civilian from the Shala Chak forest area in Tral, Pulwama district. Reportedly, unidentified terrorists had abducted him on May 19.
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Awantipore Police recovered the dead body of a civilian from the Shala Chak forest area in Tral, Pulwama district. Reportedly, unidentified terrorists had abducted him on May 19.
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May - 28 
Four Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorists sustained injuries while they were fabricating an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at an orchard in Samboora near Pampore. While three of them were later arrested by the police from different hospitals in the area,
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Four Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorists sustained injuries while they were fabricating an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at an orchard in Samboora near Pampore. While three of them were later arrested by the police from different hospitals in the area, one of the injured HM cadres managed to escape.
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May - 28 
In another encounter, SF personnel killed two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists in the hilly area of Tharal in Udhampur district. Two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, four grenades and a tape recorder were recovered from the incident site. Separately,
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In another encounter, SF personnel killed two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists in the hilly area of Tharal in Udhampur district. Two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, four grenades and a tape recorder were recovered from the incident site. Separately, two more terrorists were killed in an encounter in the Sunderbani sector of Rajouri district.
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May - 28 
In another incident on the same day, a non-tribal was abducted by a group of NLFT terrorists from the Shilacherri area, under Sabroom subdivision in South Tripura district.
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In another incident on the same day, a non-tribal was abducted by a group of NLFT terrorists from the Shilacherri area, under Sabroom subdivision in South Tripura district.
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May - 28 
In another incident, a group of five PWG Naxalites set ablaze a telephone exchange office at Rayavaram village of Sundupalle mandal, Cuddapah district, on May 28.
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In another incident, a group of five PWG Naxalites set ablaze a telephone exchange office at Rayavaram village of Sundupalle mandal, Cuddapah district, on May 28.
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May - 28 
In Srinagar, General Officer Commanding 15 Corps Lt. Gen. V G Patankar said that Pakistan's move to restrict activities of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) had no bearing on the ground situation in J&K as infiltration from across the border was continuing.
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In Srinagar, General Officer Commanding 15 Corps Lt. Gen. V G Patankar said that Pakistan's move to restrict activities of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) had no bearing on the ground situation in J&K as infiltration from across the border was continuing.
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May - 28 
Media reports said a petty trader from West Bengal’s Murshidabad district was abducted by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists on May 24 and later killed on an unspecified date. The police recovered his decomposed body from the
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Media reports said a petty trader from West Bengal’s Murshidabad district was abducted by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists on May 24 and later killed on an unspecified date. The police recovered his decomposed body from the Tuicharnak area under Takarjala police station limits in West Tripura district, on May 28.
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May - 28 
On May 28, a terrorist of the United Liberation Front of Asom’s (ULFA) Enigma-A group Bipad Das alias Arun Talukdar surrendered before the authorities at Pathsala Bajali in Barpeta district with a communication device.
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On May 28, a terrorist of the United Liberation Front of Asom’s (ULFA) Enigma-A group Bipad Das alias Arun Talukdar surrendered before the authorities at Pathsala Bajali in Barpeta district with a communication device.
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May - 28 
On May 28, K Padmanabhaiah, Union Government’s chief interlocutor in the Naga peace process briefed the Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani on his recent informal talks with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) leaders. Later
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On May 28, K Padmanabhaiah, Union Government’s chief interlocutor in the Naga peace process briefed the Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani on his recent informal talks with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) leaders. Later Padmanabhaiah reportedly said that more discussions with the NSCN-IM leaders, Isak Chishi Swu and Thuingaleng Muivah, the chairman and the general secretary of the group respectively were necessary for the peace process to take a ‘final shape’. To recollect, after the two-day peace talks in the Thailand’s capital Bangkok, which ended on May 23, Muivah had indicated that ‘unification of the Naga territories’ was a key issue.
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May - 28 
Other reports have said that 11 NLFT terrorists and their 13 conduits surrendered before Central Reserve Police force (CRPF) personnel at the CRPF 6th battalion head quarters near Amarpur sub-division, in South Tripura district on May 28. The terrori
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Other reports have said that 11 NLFT terrorists and their 13 conduits surrendered before Central Reserve Police force (CRPF) personnel at the CRPF 6th battalion head quarters near Amarpur sub-division, in South Tripura district on May 28. The terrorists also handed over an AK-47 rifle, an AK-56 rifle, a carbine, three grenades, seven magazines and 359 rounds of ammunition to the security forces.
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May - 28 
Reports from north Kashmir have indicated that a security force personnel was killed and two other persons sustained injuries during an encounter with unidentified terrorists at Dangiwacha in the Rafiabad locality of Baramulla district.
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Reports from north Kashmir have indicated that a security force personnel was killed and two other persons sustained injuries during an encounter with unidentified terrorists at Dangiwacha in the Rafiabad locality of Baramulla district.
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May - 28 
Security forces (SFs) on May 28 foiled an infiltration attempt near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Shahpur Karnetian area of Poonch sector killing four Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists. A woman resident of Sathra sustained injuries during the cros
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Security forces (SFs) on May 28 foiled an infiltration attempt near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Shahpur Karnetian area of Poonch sector killing four Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists. A woman resident of Sathra sustained injuries during the cross firing. Three AK rifles, one pistol, five AK magazines, two wireless sets and a box full of ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 28 
Vernacular media sources in Assam on May 28 have indicated that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘Commander-in-Chief’ Paresh Baruah was attacked in the Bangladesh capital Dhaka by four unidentified assailants. According to reports, Baruah,
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Vernacular media sources in Assam on May 28 have indicated that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘Commander-in-Chief’ Paresh Baruah was attacked in the Bangladesh capital Dhaka by four unidentified assailants. According to reports, Baruah, who has been hiding in Dhaka for approximately a decade, was attacked while he was leaving his transport agency, ‘Challenger’ at the Uttara location in the city. He escaped unhurt in the attack. Bangladeshi authorities have, however, refused to confirm the incident, the reports added.
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May - 28 
While talking to media persons on May 28 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, Chief of Army Staff General N C Vij said that there was no "let up" in infiltration from across the border by Pakistan into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
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While talking to media persons on May 28 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, Chief of Army Staff General N C Vij said that there was no "let up" in infiltration from across the border by Pakistan into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
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May - 28 
According to a media report, two explosive devices went off in Quetta on May 28. While the first explosion occurred at Inscomb Road another was reported from the Quetta cantonment area. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported during these e
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According to a media report, two explosive devices went off in Quetta on May 28. While the first explosion occurred at Inscomb Road another was reported from the Quetta cantonment area. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported during these explosions.
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May - 28 
The Crime Investigation Department of Karachi police on May 28 arrested three terrorists of the proscribed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) and recovered an unspecified quantity of weapons and a motorcycle allegedly used by their leader Asif Ramzi
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The Crime Investigation Department of Karachi police on May 28 arrested three terrorists of the proscribed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) and recovered an unspecified quantity of weapons and a motorcycle allegedly used by their leader Asif Ramzi, who died in a blast on December 19, 2002.
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May - 28 
Bangladesh Law enforcement authorities on May 28 refuted reports appearing in a section of Indian media that the ‘Commander in-Chief’ of the United Liberation Front of Assom (ULFA) Paresh Barua had escaped a bid on life when he was attacked by uniden
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Bangladesh Law enforcement authorities on May 28 refuted reports appearing in a section of Indian media that the ‘Commander in-Chief’ of the United Liberation Front of Assom (ULFA) Paresh Barua had escaped a bid on life when he was attacked by unidentified gunmen on May 27 in Dhaka's Uttara model town. Indian reports also said that his four Bangladeshi associates had sustained injuries in the attack. However, the authorities have said that the reported incident was only a local dispute in which some unidentified miscreants were involved.
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May - 28 
According to official sources, on May 28, Security Force (SF) commanders and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leaders met in the no man's zone in Kattaparichchan, Trincomalee, to reportedly overcome differences and also open new channels o
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According to official sources, on May 28, Security Force (SF) commanders and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leaders met in the no man's zone in Kattaparichchan, Trincomalee, to reportedly overcome differences and also open new channels of communications between the two parties. It was reportedly the first meeting after the signing of a cease-fire agreement in February 2002. The leaders present at the meeting included the Head of the Trincomalee Sri Lanka Monitoring Missions (SLMM) Jan Ledang and LTTE’s leader in Trincomalee ‘colonel’ Pathuman.
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May - 28 
Speaking to media persons on May 28, the Constitutional Affairs Minister G L Peiris said that the Government had announced a "development-oriented structure" envisaging greater financial authority for the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to ca
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Speaking to media persons on May 28, the Constitutional Affairs Minister G L Peiris said that the Government had announced a "development-oriented structure" envisaging greater financial authority for the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to carry out reconstruction and rehabilitation work in the north east region of the country. However, he gave no details of the new proposal.
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May - 29 
A 14-year old bride was reportedly abducted by left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG), hours before her marriage, from Patha Rudraram village in Malhar Rao mandal (administrative unit), Karimnagar district, on May 23. Officia
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A 14-year old bride was reportedly abducted by left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the People's War Group (PWG), hours before her marriage, from Patha Rudraram village in Malhar Rao mandal (administrative unit), Karimnagar district, on May 23. Official sources said the PWG Manthani dalam (squad) ‘commander’ Kammala Sammaiah alias Srikanth and two other Naxalites came to the marriage venue and forcibly took away the bride.
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May - 29 
According to media reports, Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), on May 29 has alleged that cadres of the Hmar People’s Convention-Democratic (HPC-D) were involved in the killing of a Dimasa (tribal) youth at Haflong, the district head quarter of Assam’s North C
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According to media reports, Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), on May 29 has alleged that cadres of the Hmar People’s Convention-Democratic (HPC-D) were involved in the killing of a Dimasa (tribal) youth at Haflong, the district head quarter of Assam’s North Cachar Hills district, on May 28.
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May - 29 
According to media reports, security force personnel foiled an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) at Kullian dhok in the Loran area of Mandi sector killing five foreign mercenaries. An AK rifle, a Pika gun, three pistols, one hand gren
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According to media reports, security force personnel foiled an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) at Kullian dhok in the Loran area of Mandi sector killing five foreign mercenaries. An AK rifle, a Pika gun, three pistols, one hand grenade and some ammunition were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 29 
According to media reports, two alleged associates of the Pakistan-based mafia don Dawood Ibrahim, identified as Riyaz Siddique and Raju Sharma, were deported from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), to Mumbai on May 29. The accused were arrested at t
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According to media reports, two alleged associates of the Pakistan-based mafia don Dawood Ibrahim, identified as Riyaz Siddique and Raju Sharma, were deported from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), to Mumbai on May 29. The accused were arrested at the Chhatrapati Shivaji international airport by a crime branch team of Mumbai police on their arrival. The accused are allegedly involved in several extortion and murder cases.
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May - 29 
Four front ranking terrorists affiliated to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Tehreek-ul-Jehad Islami (TuJI) outfits surrendered before the police in Poonch district. Of the four, JeM cadre Mushtaq Ahmed had been trained in Afghanistan during 1999-2000.
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Four front ranking terrorists affiliated to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Tehreek-ul-Jehad Islami (TuJI) outfits surrendered before the police in Poonch district. Of the four, JeM cadre Mushtaq Ahmed had been trained in Afghanistan during 1999-2000. At the time of surrender, the terrorists handed over four AK rifles, one Pika gun, one Universal Machine Gun, two wireless sets, 12 grenades, four Under Barrel Grenade Launchers, 1400 AK rounds, 14 magazines, four pouches and two binoculars.
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May - 29 
In a separate incident, a KYKL terrorist surrendered before the police at an unspecified location in the State.
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In a separate incident, a KYKL terrorist surrendered before the police at an unspecified location in the State.
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May - 29 
Media reports on May 29 have indicated that terrorist outfits are serving demand notes to businessmen and contractors, among others, in the Phulbari, Tikrikilla, Ampati and Garobadh areas of the West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya. Achik National V
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Media reports on May 29 have indicated that terrorist outfits are serving demand notes to businessmen and contractors, among others, in the Phulbari, Tikrikilla, Ampati and Garobadh areas of the West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya. Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC), the Assam-based National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and Hajong United Liberation Army (HULA) are suspected to be involved in the act. Citing police sources, reports added that the demand notes vary from Rupees 50,000 to 200,000
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May - 29 
On May 29, a Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) ‘lance corporal’ was killed in an encounter that ensued after a search operation in Thoubal district. A hand grenade and a communication device were recovered from his possession. According to reports, a se
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On May 29, a Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) ‘lance corporal’ was killed in an encounter that ensued after a search operation in Thoubal district. A hand grenade and a communication device were recovered from his possession. According to reports, a security force (SF) search party looking for the suspected killers of an abducted businessman whose dead body was recovered on May 27 near Thongjao village, under Sugnu police post limits came under attack by a group of KYKL terrorists, and one of the terrorists was killed in retaliatory firing. Other terrorists of the group, whose number could not be ascertained, escaped from the encounter site. Reports also said that a captive of the terrorists abducted earlier on an unspecified date was also rescued following the encounter.
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May - 29 
On May 29, a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist surrendered before the Meghalaya police in the East Garo Hills district. The terrorist identified as Clever Momin had joined the outfit in 1995 and was allegedly involved in transporting a
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On May 29, a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist surrendered before the Meghalaya police in the East Garo Hills district. The terrorist identified as Clever Momin had joined the outfit in 1995 and was allegedly involved in transporting arms and ammunition for the outfit between Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh.
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May - 29 
SF personnel arrested 14 terrorists affiliated to various terrorist outfits, including Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), the People’s Revolutionary Army of Kangleipak (PREPAK) and the KYKL from various places in Ma
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SF personnel arrested 14 terrorists affiliated to various terrorist outfits, including Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), the People’s Revolutionary Army of Kangleipak (PREPAK) and the KYKL from various places in Manipur.
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May - 29 
Terrorists set ablaze two houses of civilians at village Jower in the Sumbar area of Ramban. However, no casualties were reported in the fire.
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Terrorists set ablaze two houses of civilians at village Jower in the Sumbar area of Ramban. However, no casualties were reported in the fire.
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May - 29 
The Deputy Superintendent of Police, Narsampet, Warangal district, A V Ranganath led 17 other policemen in his sub-division in donating blood at Budharaopet to make a plea to PWG District Committee secretary Singu Chandrakala alias Bharatakka to surr
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The Deputy Superintendent of Police, Narsampet, Warangal district, A V Ranganath led 17 other policemen in his sub-division in donating blood at Budharaopet to make a plea to PWG District Committee secretary Singu Chandrakala alias Bharatakka to surrender. Later, addressing a meeting of villagers at the blood donation camp, Ranganath urged the people to prevail upon Bharatakka to lay down arms and come out of the Naxalite group.
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May - 29 
Two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists surrendered before the Doda police along with two AK-47 rifles, six magazines, 180 rounds of ammunition, two hand grenades and a wireless set.
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Two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists surrendered before the Doda police along with two AK-47 rifles, six magazines, 180 rounds of ammunition, two hand grenades and a wireless set.
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May - 29 
While speaking in New Delhi on May 29, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi denied that he had held ‘informal discussions’ with leaders of the proscribed National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) at Dispur. A media report had earlier claimed that NDFB
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While speaking in New Delhi on May 29, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi denied that he had held ‘informal discussions’ with leaders of the proscribed National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) at Dispur. A media report had earlier claimed that NDFB leaders had held such a meeting on May 22 to prepare grounds for likely negotiations.
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May - 29 
Qari Abdul Hayee, acting chief of the proscribed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), was reportedly arrested during a surprise raid conducted at Basti Allah Buksh in Sher Sultan, Muzaffargarh district, on May 29. An unnamed senior official was quote
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Qari Abdul Hayee, acting chief of the proscribed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), was reportedly arrested during a surprise raid conducted at Basti Allah Buksh in Sher Sultan, Muzaffargarh district, on May 29. An unnamed senior official was quoted as saying in a media report that Qari Hayee was the mastermind of US journalist Daniel Pearl's murder as he was the involved group chief in Karachi. Carrying a head money of Rupees two million on his arrest, Hayee was reportedly planning suicide attacks in the country following a recent crackdown against the LeJ. He has been accused of involvement in various sectarian killings across Pakistan.
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May - 29 
Communications Minister and Government’s official negotiator Ramesh Nath Pandey said that the Government had not agreed to a Maoist demand during the second round of talks to limit the movement of the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) within a five-kilometer pe
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Communications Minister and Government’s official negotiator Ramesh Nath Pandey said that the Government had not agreed to a Maoist demand during the second round of talks to limit the movement of the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) within a five-kilometer perimeter of their barracks. Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand also reportedly said that such a proposal had not come before the Government.
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May - 29 
In a press statement, Bhattarai accused the Government of attempting to disrupt the peace process by violating the code of conduct. He also condemned the Government action against political parties involved in the ongoing anti-monarchy agitation. He
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In a press statement, Bhattarai accused the Government of attempting to disrupt the peace process by violating the code of conduct. He also condemned the Government action against political parties involved in the ongoing anti-monarchy agitation. He reiterated that the Government should fulfill their demands presented at the second round of talks, held on May 9, including the release of three central committee members.
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May - 29 
In an interview on May 29, the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) leader Baburam Bhattarai has claimed that about 80 per cent of the country is under their control and the fear of US invasion prevented them from seizing Kathmandu, the capital ci
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In an interview on May 29, the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) leader Baburam Bhattarai has claimed that about 80 per cent of the country is under their control and the fear of US invasion prevented them from seizing Kathmandu, the capital city. He also admitted that Maoist insurgents had killed hundreds of security force personnel. He said, "It is a war. It is the law of war. We don’t like killing. We want to end it. We want real democracy in Nepal".
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May - 29 
According to a media report of May 29, Bangladesh will deploy paramilitary forces and also give the police shoot at sight orders to combat the rising level of crime. The report said that at least 300 persons were killed in criminal offenses in April
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According to a media report of May 29, Bangladesh will deploy paramilitary forces and also give the police shoot at sight orders to combat the rising level of crime. The report said that at least 300 persons were killed in criminal offenses in April 2003. Earlier, the government had launched Operation Clean Heart in October 2002 against criminals and terrorists, which reportedly lowered crime rates, but the troops were pulled out after over 40 persons allegedly died in Army custody and following protests by civil and human rights groups.
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According to delayed media reports, a young man was shot at and four others, including a police constable were abducted in the internecine clash between pro- and anti-peace pact outfits in remote villages in Rangamati district on May 29 and May 30. A
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According to delayed media reports, a young man was shot at and four others, including a police constable were abducted in the internecine clash between pro- and anti-peace pact outfits in remote villages in Rangamati district on May 29 and May 30. An anti-pact activist Bhaggyadhan Chakma was injured when 15 to 17 pro-pact operatives attacked Khamarpara village in Naniarchar subdivision on May 30. A person was also abducted during the clash.
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May - 29 
In a separate incident, the anti-peace group stormed Betchhari village in Kawkhali subdivision on May 29 and abducted three persons, including a police personnel and torched four houses.
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In a separate incident, the anti-peace group stormed Betchhari village in Kawkhali subdivision on May 29 and abducted three persons, including a police personnel and torched four houses.
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May - 29 
The anti-peace group stormed Betchhari village in Kawkhali subdivision on May 29 and abducted three persons, including a police personnel and torched four houses.
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The anti-peace group stormed Betchhari village in Kawkhali subdivision on May 29 and abducted three persons, including a police personnel and torched four houses.
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May - 29 
The Peace Agreement on Chittagong Hill Tracts, signed between the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samiti (PCJSS) and the then Awami League government on December 2, 1997, brought an end to decades of conflict in the region. In the wake of the peace
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The Peace Agreement on Chittagong Hill Tracts, signed between the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samiti (PCJSS) and the then Awami League government on December 2, 1997, brought an end to decades of conflict in the region. In the wake of the peace deal, violence between PCJSS and its rival the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) has been raging in the hilly terrain.
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May - 29 
According to military sources, on May 29, suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres attacked two army intelligence operatives, including a former LTTE cadre, at Orr’s Hill in Trincomalee. The matter has reportedly been brought to notic
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According to military sources, on May 29, suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres attacked two army intelligence operatives, including a former LTTE cadre, at Orr’s Hill in Trincomalee. The matter has reportedly been brought to notice of truce monitors based in Trincomalee.
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May - 29 
On May 29, at an official meeting with the Hindu Religious Affairs Minister T Maheswaran, President Chandrika Kumaratunga reportedly said that she was willing to have the displaced people settled in the High Security Zones in the North and East other
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On May 29, at an official meeting with the Hindu Religious Affairs Minister T Maheswaran, President Chandrika Kumaratunga reportedly said that she was willing to have the displaced people settled in the High Security Zones in the North and East other than in the Palali area.
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May - 29 
On May 29, the SLMM Deputy Chief Hagrup Haukland said that the LTTE was violating the cease-fire agreement by not complying with the SLMM rulings to release a sailor under the LTTE custody. Separately, the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) has a
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On May 29, the SLMM Deputy Chief Hagrup Haukland said that the LTTE was violating the cease-fire agreement by not complying with the SLMM rulings to release a sailor under the LTTE custody. Separately, the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) has alleged that the LTTE is engaged in recruiting and training a ‘special group’ dubbed as "Maravar" for deployment in the Muttur area. It added that, the LTTE has directed that all families should contribute at least one member for ‘service’ with the unit.
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May - 30 
According to a media report, the Union Home Ministry (MHA), in view of the prevailing law and order situation, has fixed the maximum period of stay for foreigners in the State at 10 days. Further restriction has also been imposed by limiting their mo
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According to a media report, the Union Home Ministry (MHA), in view of the prevailing law and order situation, has fixed the maximum period of stay for foreigners in the State at 10 days. Further restriction has also been imposed by limiting their movement in the areas of the Imphal city in Imphal West district, Loktak Lake, the Indian National Army memorial at Moirang and the Keibul Lamjao National park in Bishnupur district, the Waithou Lake and the Khongjom war memorial in Thoubal district.
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May - 30 
According to media reports, a combined team of Bishnupur district police and the 2nd India Reserve Battalion (IRB) personnel unearthed a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak’s (PREAPK) floating hideout in the Loktak Lake, near Imphal, capital c
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According to media reports, a combined team of Bishnupur district police and the 2nd India Reserve Battalion (IRB) personnel unearthed a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak’s (PREAPK) floating hideout in the Loktak Lake, near Imphal, capital city of Manipur, on May 30. However, the terrorists had escaped before the security forces reached the hideout.
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May - 30 
In another IED blast that occurred in the forest area of Dregpathri-Berhak, two local residents were killed at Dandward in Pulwama district. Separately, unidentified terrorists also abducted a civilian from Gundwani in Kulgam disrict and later shot h
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In another IED blast that occurred in the forest area of Dregpathri-Berhak, two local residents were killed at Dandward in Pulwama district. Separately, unidentified terrorists also abducted a civilian from Gundwani in Kulgam disrict and later shot him dead. One more civilian was killed at Asham village in Baramulla district when yet another group of unidentified terrorists forced their entry into his house and fired indiscriminately.
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May - 30 
In another incident, a police personnel was killed and another injured in a landmine blast triggered by suspected Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) near Pinijotla under the Neelakantapuram police station-limits, Vizianagaram district. The lan
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In another incident, a police personnel was killed and another injured in a landmine blast triggered by suspected Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) near Pinijotla under the Neelakantapuram police station-limits, Vizianagaram district. The landmine went off when a police party on a combing operation were ambushed by the Naxalites. There was an exchange of fire before the Naxalites triggered the landmine and escaped. Separately, a police personnel was killed during an encounter in Gummalakshmipurm, Vishakhapatnam.
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May - 30 
In Karimnagar district, PWG Naxalites launched an abortive attack on the Mahadevpur police station. 10 persons were injured in the incident. Media reports said that the Naxalites hired a Road Transport Corporation (RTC) bus from the Manthani depot po
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In Karimnagar district, PWG Naxalites launched an abortive attack on the Mahadevpur police station. 10 persons were injured in the incident. Media reports said that the Naxalites hired a Road Transport Corporation (RTC) bus from the Manthani depot posing as pilgrims and later hijacked it. They drove the bus to Mahadevpur police station and launched the attack. A police personnel and the wife of another police personnel besides eight civilians were injured in the incident.
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May - 30 
Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) abducted six persons, including a contractor, in Narayanbeda village, east Singhbhum district, on May 30. Media reports said that the contractor was abducted because he refused to p
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Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) abducted six persons, including a contractor, in Narayanbeda village, east Singhbhum district, on May 30. Media reports said that the contractor was abducted because he refused to pay levy to the Naxalites. Police have launched a combing operation to locate the abducted persons.
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May - 30 
Media reports said several women organisations, including the All Manipur Nupi Marup and All Manipur Keithel Nupi Lup, have announced a social boycott of the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) on May 30, following reports of the outfit’s involvement in t
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Media reports said several women organisations, including the All Manipur Nupi Marup and All Manipur Keithel Nupi Lup, have announced a social boycott of the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) on May 30, following reports of the outfit’s involvement in the abduction and subsequent killing of an Imphal based trader.
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May - 30 
Media reports said two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter on May 30 at Katpuha village in Assam’s Nalbari district. Identified as ‘sergeant major’ Soru Hajo alias Bhupen Kalita and Aswini Sarma alias Ramesh
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Media reports said two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter on May 30 at Katpuha village in Assam’s Nalbari district. Identified as ‘sergeant major’ Soru Hajo alias Bhupen Kalita and Aswini Sarma alias Ramesh Sarma, the slain terrorists are believed to be involved in several cases of major terrorist attacks, including the killing of nine persons on October 27, 2000.
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May - 30 
On May 30, a terrorist of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) identified as Teliam was arrested at Nirjuli near Itanagar, capital city of Arunchal Pradesh.
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On May 30, a terrorist of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) identified as Teliam was arrested at Nirjuli near Itanagar, capital city of Arunchal Pradesh.
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May - 30 
On May 30, Guwahati city police in Assam arrested a suspected conduit of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), a Manipur based insurgent outfit, from the Christian Basti area. Identified as Mohibul Haque Choudhury, police traced his presence following
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On May 30, Guwahati city police in Assam arrested a suspected conduit of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), a Manipur based insurgent outfit, from the Christian Basti area. Identified as Mohibul Haque Choudhury, police traced his presence following the discovery of his telephone number from a PLA terrorist, Bimal Singh, arrested earlier on May 28.
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May - 30 
Police in Kailasahar, North Tripura district, arrested six cadres belonging to a nascent terrorist outfit, the Tripura Bengali Mukti Force (TBMF), on May 30. According to police sources, the arrested cadres were planning attacks in retaliation agains
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Police in Kailasahar, North Tripura district, arrested six cadres belonging to a nascent terrorist outfit, the Tripura Bengali Mukti Force (TBMF), on May 30. According to police sources, the arrested cadres were planning attacks in retaliation against the attacks on Bengali population in Tripura by tribal terrorist outfits, including the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF).
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May - 30 
Police in Rajouri district claimed to have foiled a likely terrorist strike at the vital Akhnoor bridge and the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) filling station at Jammu with the arrest of four conduits of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM). According to media
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Police in Rajouri district claimed to have foiled a likely terrorist strike at the vital Akhnoor bridge and the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) filling station at Jammu with the arrest of four conduits of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM). According to media sources, the HM local ‘commander’ in Rajouri district, Umar Mukhtiar, had allegedly assembled LPG cylinder IEDs and had instructed these conduits for an anticipated terrorist strike. The police also believe that the arrested conduits might have connection with the three grenade and IED explosions that occurred in Rajouri recently.
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May - 30 
Security forces, in a raid destroyed a terrorist hideout in the Banihal area of Doda district and recovered an IED fitted in a pressure cooker and Rupees 350 Indian currency among other things. However, no arrests were made from the hideout as the te
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Security forces, in a raid destroyed a terrorist hideout in the Banihal area of Doda district and recovered an IED fitted in a pressure cooker and Rupees 350 Indian currency among other things. However, no arrests were made from the hideout as the terrorists had escaped before the raid.
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May - 30 
The Imphal East district police arrested a terrorist affiliated to the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) from Thangmeiband in Imphal West district, Manipur, on May 30. Citing police sources, media reports said that a pistol with two live rounds of amm
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The Imphal East district police arrested a terrorist affiliated to the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) from Thangmeiband in Imphal West district, Manipur, on May 30. Citing police sources, media reports said that a pistol with two live rounds of ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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May - 30 
Three left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were arrested after an encounter near Jagrup Bigha village under the Kasma police station limits, Aurangabad district, on May 30. Police also seized 100 rounds of ammunition f
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Three left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were arrested after an encounter near Jagrup Bigha village under the Kasma police station limits, Aurangabad district, on May 30. Police also seized 100 rounds of ammunition from their possession.
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May - 30 
Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Praja Pratighatana group were killed in an encounter at Anadugula hamlet in Chityal mandal (administrative unit), Warangal district, on May 30. The encounter occurred when a police party, on a tip off, raided
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Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Praja Pratighatana group were killed in an encounter at Anadugula hamlet in Chityal mandal (administrative unit), Warangal district, on May 30. The encounter occurred when a police party, on a tip off, raided the hideout of Naxalites and asked them to surrender. The Naxalites opened fire at the police party. The latter returned the fire killing two Naxalites on the spot. A rifle, a 8 mm revolver and some Naxalite literature were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 30 
Two school students were killed on May 30 when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), planted by unidentified terrorists went off at Karyot village in Rajouri district. The victims were seventh class students in a local school at Karyot, Thanna Mandi
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Two school students were killed on May 30 when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), planted by unidentified terrorists went off at Karyot village in Rajouri district. The victims were seventh class students in a local school at Karyot, Thanna Mandi and were on their way to school when the incident occurred.
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May - 30 
Police in Lahore arrested two Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) terrorists on May 30. Official sources said that the arrested men were suspected of involvement in Daniel Pearl’s murder as well as other terrorist activities. One of the suspects, Hafiz Naveed, w
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Police in Lahore arrested two Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) terrorists on May 30. Official sources said that the arrested men were suspected of involvement in Daniel Pearl’s murder as well as other terrorist activities. One of the suspects, Hafiz Naveed, was arrested from his house in the Shadbagh area and on the basis of information extracted from him police arrested the other suspect, Hafiz Shafique, from his house at Tibba Azeem Chowk in Ghoray Shah
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May - 30 
Police in Lahore arrested two Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) terrorists on May 30. Official sources said that the arrested men were suspected of involvement in Daniel Pearl’s murder as well as other terrorist activities. One of the suspects, Hafiz Naveed, w
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Police in Lahore arrested two Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) terrorists on May 30. Official sources said that the arrested men were suspected of involvement in Daniel Pearl’s murder as well as other terrorist activities. One of the suspects, Hafiz Naveed, was arrested from his house in the Shadbagh area and on the basis of information extracted from him police arrested the other suspect, Hafiz Shafique, from his house at Tibba Azeem Chowk in Ghoray Shah.
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May - 30 
Qari Abdul Hayee, the arrested acting chief of Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), and suspected mastermind in the Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl's murder had trained about 1500 suicide terrorists. According to The News, Hayee, who was ar
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Qari Abdul Hayee, the arrested acting chief of Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), and suspected mastermind in the Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl's murder had trained about 1500 suicide terrorists. According to The News, Hayee, who was arrested on May 29 from the Muzaffargarh district, had planned suicide attacks on locals and foreigners to spread terror and to react against the US-led bombardment on Muslim countries. The report quoting unofficial sources also indicated that a US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) team was on board to Muzaffargarh for taking Hayee into their custody. Sources said that top Pakistani politicians and installations of multinational companies, especially US offices, were on Hayee's hit list.
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May - 30 
The Frontier Corps on May 30 seized a large cache of narcotics, arms and ammunition, including 18 missiles and 64 shells of 30 mm mortars, during a raid conducted at Abto in the Chaman area close to the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. However, no arrest
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The Frontier Corps on May 30 seized a large cache of narcotics, arms and ammunition, including 18 missiles and 64 shells of 30 mm mortars, during a raid conducted at Abto in the Chaman area close to the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. However, no arrests were made in connection with the seizure.
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May - 30 
The local administration in Peshawar on May 30 stopped Maulana Masood Azhar, chief of the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), from addressing a "Deefa-e-Islam" conference at the Peshawar Press Club. The conference was reportedly organised by the Khudamu
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The local administration in Peshawar on May 30 stopped Maulana Masood Azhar, chief of the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), from addressing a "Deefa-e-Islam" conference at the Peshawar Press Club. The conference was reportedly organised by the Khudamul Islam, Jaish’s new name. However, Azhar was reportedly allowed to lay the foundation stone of Hanan bin Salma Centre at Chamkani and address the people at Speen Jamaat. An unnamed police official was quoted as saying in the Daily Times that there was no ban on Azhar to address gatherings in the city, but as the conference was organised by a proscribed outfit, he was not allowed to address the conference. Later, addressing a Friday congregation at Speen Jumaat at the University Town in Peshawar, Azhar reportedly said nobody could impose restrictions on Jehad and the Mujahideen in Pakistan. He also hailed Osama bin Laden and the Taliban supremo Mullah Mohammed Omar as heroes. "Both leaders have demonstrated supreme courage and tenacity by not bowing down before America," he said.
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May - 30 
A report on June 1 said that a meeting was held between Nepali Congress President Girija Prasad Koirala and Maoist Chief negotiator Baburam Bhattarai in Maharajgunj to discuss the country’s political situation, including formation of a new Government
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A report on June 1 said that a meeting was held between Nepali Congress President Girija Prasad Koirala and Maoist Chief negotiator Baburam Bhattarai in Maharajgunj to discuss the country’s political situation, including formation of a new Government following the resignation of Lokendra Bahadur Chand as the Premier on May 30.
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May - 30 
Chand has said that any change in the Government would not adversely affect the on-going peace talks with the Maoist insurgents.
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Chand has said that any change in the Government would not adversely affect the on-going peace talks with the Maoist insurgents.
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May - 30 
Nepalese Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand submitted his resignation to King Gyanendra on May 30 reportedly amidst a joint agitation by major political parties that have been demanding the formation of an all-party Government. Chand, meanwhile, s
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Nepalese Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand submitted his resignation to King Gyanendra on May 30 reportedly amidst a joint agitation by major political parties that have been demanding the formation of an all-party Government. Chand, meanwhile, said that he had resigned to pave way for national reconciliation. King Gyanendra later accepted his resignation and has called political parties to propose a common name for the Premiership within three days. Reports have indicated that parties have proposed Communist Party of Nepal (United Maoist Leninist) (CPN-UML) general secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal’s name for the post.
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May - 30 
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Taranath Ranabhat said that the new government should also include the Maoists.
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Speaker of the House of Representatives, Taranath Ranabhat said that the new government should also include the Maoists.
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May - 30 
The Maoist leader Krishna Bahadur Mahara has also reportedly said that the talks would not be affected as they were negotiating with the ‘representative of the King’. However, he alleged that the new political development and the exercise underway to
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The Maoist leader Krishna Bahadur Mahara has also reportedly said that the talks would not be affected as they were negotiating with the ‘representative of the King’. However, he alleged that the new political development and the exercise underway to form a new government were a dilatory tactics on the part of the Government. The reports have indicated that the Maoists would wait till the formation of a new Government.
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May - 30 
According to delayed reports, a large number of arms and ammunition, including eight SBL guns, a 303 rifle, three shutter guns, 120 gun cartridges and 40 rifle bullets were recovered from the residence of a suspected Purba Banglar Communist Party (PB
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According to delayed reports, a large number of arms and ammunition, including eight SBL guns, a 303 rifle, three shutter guns, 120 gun cartridges and 40 rifle bullets were recovered from the residence of a suspected Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) cadre at Jiudhara village in Morelganj subdivision of Bagerhat district on May 30.
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May - 30 
According to delayed reports, a leader of an unknown extremist group was arrested by the Kotchandpur police during a raid in the Boluhar area of Kotchandpur subdivision on May 30. However, some of his associates managed to escape. The arrested extrem
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According to delayed reports, a leader of an unknown extremist group was arrested by the Kotchandpur police during a raid in the Boluhar area of Kotchandpur subdivision on May 30. However, some of his associates managed to escape. The arrested extremist leader has been identified as Hossain Ali and was wanted in connection with seven cases including abduction, extortion and criminal activities. Police also recovered three guns and some ammunition from his possession.
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May - 30 
One person was killed by the cadres of the outlawed left-wing extremist Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) at Kathalpota in Sadar subdivision on May 30. The victim has been identified as Jahirul Islam Jangol. Speaking to the daily Matha Bhanga of n
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One person was killed by the cadres of the outlawed left-wing extremist Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) at Kathalpota in Sadar subdivision on May 30. The victim has been identified as Jahirul Islam Jangol. Speaking to the daily Matha Bhanga of neighbouring Chuadanga district, a regional leader of the PBCP, claimed the responsibility for the murder.
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May - 30 
According to media reports, on May 30, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rejected an alternate proposal on development, rehabilitation and reconstruction of the North East Province (NEP) by the Government and also criticised it for not spec
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According to media reports, on May 30, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rejected an alternate proposal on development, rehabilitation and reconstruction of the North East Province (NEP) by the Government and also criticised it for not specifying the participatory role of the LTTE. The message was conveyed in a letter by the outfit’s chief negotiator, Anton Balasingham, to the Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe. It said, "you have conveniently ignored the stark reality that the LTTE runs a de facto administration of its own in vast tracts of territories under its control in the northeast". As reported earlier, on May 21, the LTTE had sought an autonomous and Interim Administration with a dominant role for itself in both policy-making and implementation of development and rehabilitation projects in the NEP. It also demanded that the structure should be outside the Constitution of Sri Lanka.
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May - 30 
Media reports on May 30 indicated that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) might not accept the Sri Lankan Government's latest proposal for an interim structure in the North East Province (NEP). The LTTE has reportedly indicated that the prop
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Media reports on May 30 indicated that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) might not accept the Sri Lankan Government's latest proposal for an interim structure in the North East Province (NEP). The LTTE has reportedly indicated that the proposals do not fulfil its demands. The Government has proposed the setting up of an "apex" policy-making body and an administrative or implementing body for reconstruction and development in the North East region. The proposals also say that in the apex body, true Tamil representatives would be included, without reportedly making it clear if they would be LTTE leaders or non-LTTE elected representatives. As reported earlier, on May 21, the LTTE had sought an Autonomous and Interim Administration with a crucial role for itself in both policy-making and implementation of development and rehabilitation projects in the NEP. It had also demanded that the structure should be outside the Constitution of Sri Lanka.
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A civilian who was abducted by unidentified terrorists from Tiryoli village in the Rah Siot area of Akhnoor sector on May 31 was reportedly freed unhurt on June 1.
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A civilian who was abducted by unidentified terrorists from Tiryoli village in the Rah Siot area of Akhnoor sector on May 31 was reportedly freed unhurt on June 1.
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May - 31 
A group of terrorists abducted a civilian, Mohammed Sharief, from his residence at village Gounthal in the Surankote area of Poonch district. However, the terrorists were ambushed by a patrol party of security forces (SFs) at some distance ahead. In
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A group of terrorists abducted a civilian, Mohammed Sharief, from his residence at village Gounthal in the Surankote area of Poonch district. However, the terrorists were ambushed by a patrol party of security forces (SFs) at some distance ahead. In the ensuing encounter, Sharief and one terrorist were killed. A guide of the terrorists, identified as Mohammed Ilyas, reportedly surrendered before the SFs after the operation. Yet another civilian was abducted and later killed by terrorists at Hiltak in Darhal.
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May - 31 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed by a team of Special Police Officers (SPO) at Warnal in the Sumbar area of Doda district. One SPO was injured during the encounter. One AK rifle, a binocular, two magazines and two hand grenades were rec
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed by a team of Special Police Officers (SPO) at Warnal in the Sumbar area of Doda district. One SPO was injured during the encounter. One AK rifle, a binocular, two magazines and two hand grenades were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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May - 31 
A media report on May 31 has indicated that financial institutions, including the State Bank of India, are forced to close down their branches in interior areas of the Garo Hills districts in view of the rampant extortion demands allegedly by the ter
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A media report on May 31 has indicated that financial institutions, including the State Bank of India, are forced to close down their branches in interior areas of the Garo Hills districts in view of the rampant extortion demands allegedly by the terrorists of the Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC).
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May - 31 
A ULFA conduit was reportedly killed by his colleagues who alleged him of misusing the outfit’s ‘fund’ at Barbheta in Assam’s Goalpara district on May 31.
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A ULFA conduit was reportedly killed by his colleagues who alleged him of misusing the outfit’s ‘fund’ at Barbheta in Assam’s Goalpara district on May 31.
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May - 31 
According to media reports on May 31, Delhi Police claimed that the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) Chairman Abdul Gani Bhat was unable to explain the source of approximately Rupees 300,000 recovered following arrests of the APHC Kashmir Aware
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According to media reports on May 31, Delhi Police claimed that the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) Chairman Abdul Gani Bhat was unable to explain the source of approximately Rupees 300,000 recovered following arrests of the APHC Kashmir Awareness Bureau (KAB) chief Shabir Ahmed Dar, and a woman APHC activist Anjum Zamrooda Habib on February 6, 2003. The Police have also alleged that Bhat was channeling funds from Pakistan to various terrorist outfits in India, particularly to those operating in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). In a charge sheet, the Police have further said that Bhat used Ahmed Dar and Zamrooda Habib to collect money from former Pakistani Deputy High Commissioner to India, Jalil Abbas Jilani. Meanwhile, Dar has reportedly confessed that Jilani provided the seized money for funding terrorist activities in India.
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May - 31 
According to official sources, unidentified terrorists set ablaze a house belonging to a civilian at village Bela Khwas in the Budhal area of Rajouri district on May 31. As the terrorists were escaping after torching the house, security forces interc
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According to official sources, unidentified terrorists set ablaze a house belonging to a civilian at village Bela Khwas in the Budhal area of Rajouri district on May 31. As the terrorists were escaping after torching the house, security forces intercepted them and in the subsequent encounter, two civilians were killed and two others, including a child and a Special Police Officer (SPO), were injured. However, the terrorists, numbering between five to seven, managed to escape.
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May - 31 
Addressing a press conference in Guwahati on May 31, Union Minister for Development of the North-East Region (DONER), C P Thakur, said approximately 10 percent of the region’s development funds finds its way to terrorist groups. He, however, added th
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Addressing a press conference in Guwahati on May 31, Union Minister for Development of the North-East Region (DONER), C P Thakur, said approximately 10 percent of the region’s development funds finds its way to terrorist groups. He, however, added that he was yet to receive any documentary evidence supporting such complaints.
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May - 31 
Another hideout was destroyed by SFs at Surankote in the Poonch district. Recoveries made from this hideout included one radio set, one antenna, a camera, solar charger, Rupees 15 in Pakistan currency and some battery chargers.
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Another hideout was destroyed by SFs at Surankote in the Poonch district. Recoveries made from this hideout included one radio set, one antenna, a camera, solar charger, Rupees 15 in Pakistan currency and some battery chargers.
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May - 31 
At Gugloora near Shopian, SF personnel killed a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorist in an encounter.
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At Gugloora near Shopian, SF personnel killed a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorist in an encounter.
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May - 31 
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed an infiltrator on the International Border in the Budhwar area of RS Pura sector.
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed an infiltrator on the International Border in the Budhwar area of RS Pura sector.
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May - 31 
Further in south Kashmir, terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 69 Battalion at the main market in Shopian town of Pulwama district. Two CRPF personnel sustained injuries during the attack. Even as the troops
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Further in south Kashmir, terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 69 Battalion at the main market in Shopian town of Pulwama district. Two CRPF personnel sustained injuries during the attack. Even as the troops retaliated the terrorists escaped unhurt.
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May - 31 
Further, a ULFA conduit was reportedly killed by his colleagues who alleged him of misusing the outfit’s ‘fund’ at Barbheta in Assam’s Goalpara district on May 31.
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Further, a ULFA conduit was reportedly killed by his colleagues who alleged him of misusing the outfit’s ‘fund’ at Barbheta in Assam’s Goalpara district on May 31.
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May - 31 
Further, in Anantapur district, Naxalites blew off a farmhouse belonging to the Kanaganapalli mandal (administrative unit) parishad president of the TDP at Tagarakunta village.
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Further, in Anantapur district, Naxalites blew off a farmhouse belonging to the Kanaganapalli mandal (administrative unit) parishad president of the TDP at Tagarakunta village.
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May - 31 
In a separate attack, unidentified terrorists forced their entry into the residence of a civilian in the Dooru area of Anantnag district and shot him dead. Reports described him as an old activist of the Congress party.
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In a separate attack, unidentified terrorists forced their entry into the residence of a civilian in the Dooru area of Anantnag district and shot him dead. Reports described him as an old activist of the Congress party.
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May - 31 
In a separate encounter in north Kashmir, one unidentified terrorist was killed at Armpora in the Bandipore area.
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In a separate encounter in north Kashmir, one unidentified terrorist was killed at Armpora in the Bandipore area.
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May - 31 
in Anantapur district, Naxalites blew off a farmhouse belonging to the Kanaganapalli mandal (administrative unit) parishad president of the TDP at Tagarakunta village.
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in Anantapur district, Naxalites blew off a farmhouse belonging to the Kanaganapalli mandal (administrative unit) parishad president of the TDP at Tagarakunta village.
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May - 31 
In another incident, in Mahbubnagar district, a group of 30 Naxalites blasted the house of another TDP leader on the same day.
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In another incident, in Mahbubnagar district, a group of 30 Naxalites blasted the house of another TDP leader on the same day.
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May - 31 
In another incident, unidentified Naxalites killed a person at Patthipalli village in Mulug mandal (administrative unit), Warangal district branding him a police informer.
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In another incident, unidentified Naxalites killed a person at Patthipalli village in Mulug mandal (administrative unit), Warangal district branding him a police informer.
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May - 31 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists, reportedly wearing army uniforms forced their entry into the residence of a civilian at village Kandi in Rajouri district and killed him and his son.
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists, reportedly wearing army uniforms forced their entry into the residence of a civilian at village Kandi in Rajouri district and killed him and his son.
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May - 31 
In Mahbubnagar district, a group of 30 Naxalites blasted the house of another TDP leader on the same day.
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In Mahbubnagar district, a group of 30 Naxalites blasted the house of another TDP leader on the same day.
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May - 31 
In north Kashmir, one unidentified terrorist was killed at Armpora in the Bandipore area.
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In north Kashmir, one unidentified terrorist was killed at Armpora in the Bandipore area.
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May - 31 
In south Kashmir, terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 69 Battalion at the main market in Shopian town of Pulwama district. Two CRPF personnel sustained injuries during the attack. Even as the troops retalia
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In south Kashmir, terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 69 Battalion at the main market in Shopian town of Pulwama district. Two CRPF personnel sustained injuries during the attack. Even as the troops retaliated the terrorists escaped unhurt.
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May - 31 
Left wing extremists–Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) on May 31 set off an explosion at the house of a local Telegu Desam Party (TDP) leader at Bodevandlapalle village, under Yerravaripalem police station limits in Tirupati district, Andhra
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Left wing extremists–Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) on May 31 set off an explosion at the house of a local Telegu Desam Party (TDP) leader at Bodevandlapalle village, under Yerravaripalem police station limits in Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. According to reports, a 10-member dalam (squad), including four women, attacked the house of the leader who is a contractor too and blasted his house after forcing the inmates out. The Naxalites left a letter behind reportedly saying that the attack was in retaliation to a recent encounter at Cuddapah.
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May - 31 
Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the Communist Party of India, Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML (Janasakthi)] killed a local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and husband of the Sarpanch (village head) at Ramaraopalli under the Chandurti police
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Left-wing extremists--Naxalites—of the Communist Party of India, Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML (Janasakthi)] killed a local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and husband of the Sarpanch (village head) at Ramaraopalli under the Chandurti police station-limits, Karimnagar district, on May 31. Media reports said that three armed Naxalites went to the house of the Sarpanch and asked her husband, Pothuganti Bhaskar, to follow them. After taking Bhaskar near a bus stand in the village, the Naxalites shot him dead suspecting him to be a police informer.
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May - 31 
Meanwhile, a group of terrorists abducted a civilian, Mohammed Sharief, from his residence at village Gounthal in the Surankote area of Poonch district. However, the terrorists were ambushed by a patrol party of security forces (SFs) at some distance
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Meanwhile, a group of terrorists abducted a civilian, Mohammed Sharief, from his residence at village Gounthal in the Surankote area of Poonch district. However, the terrorists were ambushed by a patrol party of security forces (SFs) at some distance ahead. In the ensuing encounter, Sharief and one terrorist were killed. A guide of the terrorists, identified as Mohammed Ilyas, reportedly surrendered before the SFs after the operation.
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May - 31 
Meanwhile, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed an infiltrator on the International Border in the Budhwar area of RS Pura sector.
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Meanwhile, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed an infiltrator on the International Border in the Budhwar area of RS Pura sector.
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May - 31 
Media reports said that suspected Hmar People’s Convention-Democratic (HPC-D) terrorists attacked a village of the Dimasa tribes, Longreng under Haflong police station limits in Assam’s North Cachar Hills district, and killed at least two of them on
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Media reports said that suspected Hmar People’s Convention-Democratic (HPC-D) terrorists attacked a village of the Dimasa tribes, Longreng under Haflong police station limits in Assam’s North Cachar Hills district, and killed at least two of them on May 31. Ten tribal dwellings were set ablaze by the terrorists who escaped after the incident. Reports added that approximately 12 more tribals were missing after the attack. While more security force personnel have been sent to the region, curfew was imposed in Haflong.
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May - 31 
Official sources in south Kashmir have indicated that terrorists lobbed a hand grenade on the vehicle of Deputy Inspector General of the Border Security Force (BSF) Anantnag, Ashok Kumar Joshi, Commanding Officer of BSF 52 Battalion, at Qaimoh. The g
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Official sources in south Kashmir have indicated that terrorists lobbed a hand grenade on the vehicle of Deputy Inspector General of the Border Security Force (BSF) Anantnag, Ashok Kumar Joshi, Commanding Officer of BSF 52 Battalion, at Qaimoh. The grenade hit the targeted vehicle and blasted its fuel tank. Two escort personnel of the BSF officer and 11 civilians sustained injuries during the incident. However, the terrorists managed to escape with the advantage of the civilian crowd. No outfit had claimed responsibility for the attack thus far.
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May - 31 
Security forces destroyed a terrorist hideout at Rani Top in the Banihal area and recovered 20 blankets, two sleeping bags and other eatables. Another hideout was destroyed by SFs at Surankote in the Poonch district. Recoveries made from this hideout
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Security forces destroyed a terrorist hideout at Rani Top in the Banihal area and recovered 20 blankets, two sleeping bags and other eatables. Another hideout was destroyed by SFs at Surankote in the Poonch district. Recoveries made from this hideout included one radio set, one antenna, a camera, solar charger, Rupees 15 in Pakistan currency and some battery chargers.
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May - 31 
Separately, security forces destroyed a terrorist hideout at Rani Top in the Banihal area and recovered 20 blankets, two sleeping bags and other eatables.
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Separately, security forces destroyed a terrorist hideout at Rani Top in the Banihal area and recovered 20 blankets, two sleeping bags and other eatables.
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May - 31 
Separately, two more terrorists, affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), were killed by security forces in the Mufra forest area of Mahore in Udhampur district. Recoveries made from the slain terrorists included two AK rifles, seven magazines, 141 r
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Separately, two more terrorists, affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), were killed by security forces in the Mufra forest area of Mahore in Udhampur district. Recoveries made from the slain terrorists included two AK rifles, seven magazines, 141 rounds of ammunition and a hand grenade.
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May - 31 
Separately, two terrorists and a civilian were killed while three SF personnel were injured during an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation at Nendwandpora in the Budgam area. One of the slain terrorists was identified as being af
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Separately, two terrorists and a civilian were killed while three SF personnel were injured during an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation at Nendwandpora in the Budgam area. One of the slain terrorists was identified as being affiliated to the Al-Badr Mujahideen.
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May - 31 
Two more terrorists, affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), were killed by security forces in the Mufra forest area of Mahore in Udhampur district. Recoveries made from the slain terrorists included two AK rifles, seven magazines, 141 rounds of amm
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Two more terrorists, affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), were killed by security forces in the Mufra forest area of Mahore in Udhampur district. Recoveries made from the slain terrorists included two AK rifles, seven magazines, 141 rounds of ammunition and a hand grenade.
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May - 31 
Two terrorists and a civilian were killed while three SF personnel were injured during an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation at Nendwandpora in the Budgam area. One of the slain terrorists was identified as being affiliated to
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Two terrorists and a civilian were killed while three SF personnel were injured during an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation at Nendwandpora in the Budgam area. One of the slain terrorists was identified as being affiliated to the Al-Badr Mujahideen.
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May - 31 
Unidentified terrorists forced their entry into the residence of a civilian in the Dooru area of Anantnag district and shot him dead. Reports described him as an old activist of the Congress party.
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Unidentified terrorists forced their entry into the residence of a civilian in the Dooru area of Anantnag district and shot him dead. Reports described him as an old activist of the Congress party.
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May - 31 
Unidentified terrorists, reportedly wearing army uniforms forced their entry into the residence of a civilian at village Kandi in Rajouri district and killed him and his son.
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Unidentified terrorists, reportedly wearing army uniforms forced their entry into the residence of a civilian at village Kandi in Rajouri district and killed him and his son.
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May - 31 
Yet another civilian was abducted and later killed by terrorists at Hiltak in Darhal.
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Yet another civilian was abducted and later killed by terrorists at Hiltak in Darhal.
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May - 31 
A senior Iranian security official asked Pakistan's visiting Foreign Minister Khurshid Mehmud Kasuri on May 31 to ensure that no Al Qaeda operative infiltrates into Iran from its eastern neighbour. "Iran and Pakistan's joint campaign against terroris
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A senior Iranian security official asked Pakistan's visiting Foreign Minister Khurshid Mehmud Kasuri on May 31 to ensure that no Al Qaeda operative infiltrates into Iran from its eastern neighbour. "Iran and Pakistan's joint campaign against terrorism, particularly against the al-Qaeda group is important," the official IRNA news agency quoted Supreme National Security Council chief Hassan Rohani as saying. "The best way to confront al-Qaeda is through regional cooperation and Pakistan should do its utmost to prevent al-Qaeda members from entering into Iran," Rohani told Kasuri during talks.
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May - 31 
Five persons were injured when a small bomb exploded in a passenger bus at Sabzi Mandi Chowk in Hyderabad on May 31. A Bomb Disposal Squad official was quoted as saying that the device was approximately 300 grams and it could have been a time bomb as
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Five persons were injured when a small bomb exploded in a passenger bus at Sabzi Mandi Chowk in Hyderabad on May 31. A Bomb Disposal Squad official was quoted as saying that the device was approximately 300 grams and it could have been a time bomb as batteries were discovered lying near the wreckage. This was the third bomb blast this year and second in the month of May. Earlier, a device had exploded on May 10 in a bus bound for Sukkur in which 10 persons were injured.
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May - 31 
In a suspected sectarian incident, unidentified assailants shot and injured a Shia doctor when he was standing beside his clinic at Sibi in Quetta on May 31. President of the Anjuman-e-Hussainia, Sibi, Dr Syed Suqalain Naqvi, was reportedly associate
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In a suspected sectarian incident, unidentified assailants shot and injured a Shia doctor when he was standing beside his clinic at Sibi in Quetta on May 31. President of the Anjuman-e-Hussainia, Sibi, Dr Syed Suqalain Naqvi, was reportedly associated with the Shia group Tehreek-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP) in the past.
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May - 31 
Bhattarai also discussed the matter with the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) General Secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal on May 31. Bhattarai is believed to have asked him not to participate in the formation of the Government.
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Bhattarai also discussed the matter with the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) General Secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal on May 31. Bhattarai is believed to have asked him not to participate in the formation of the Government. Bhattarai has also reportedly alleged that by accepting Chand’s resignation and inviting the five political parties-coalition to form the Government, the King was attempting to derail the ongoing peace talks. While reiterating that the Maoists would not withdraw from the talks he demanded that agreements reached at the second round peace talks be implemented speedily. However, a member of the Maoist negotiating team, Matrika Prasad Yadav, has reportedly said that the resignation of Premier Chand would delay the peace talks.
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May - 31 June - 1
Dead bodies of two persons, who were reportedly abducted and later killed by suspected Maoist insurgents on May 31, were discovered in Bardia and Rautahat on June 1.
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Dead bodies of two persons, who were reportedly abducted and later killed by suspected Maoist insurgents on May 31, were discovered in Bardia and Rautahat on June 1.
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May - 31 
The Peace Agreement on Chittagong Hill Tracts, signed between the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samiti (PCJSS) and the then Awami League government on December 2, 1997, brought an end to decades of conflict in the region. In the wake of the peace
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The Peace Agreement on Chittagong Hill Tracts, signed between the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samiti (PCJSS) and the then Awami League government on December 2, 1997, brought an end to decades of conflict in the region. In the wake of the peace deal, violence between PCJSS and its rival the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) has been raging in the hilly terrain.
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*Data till , April 29, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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