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May - 1 
A 35-year-old tribal man, identified as Alem Sammaiah, was shot dead by suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forest area near Narsingapeta in Chinturu mandal (administrative unit) of Khammam District in the early hours
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A 35-year-old tribal man, identified as Alem Sammaiah, was shot dead by suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forest area near Narsingapeta in Chinturu mandal (administrative unit) of Khammam District in the early hours of May 1, reports The Hindu. The bullet-riddled body of the victim was found on the outskirts of the village. A letter, purportedly written by the Maoists branding him as a Police informer, was recovered from the site.
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May - 1 
A hardcore CPI-Maoist cadre, identified as Mathew Jagaranga, was arrested from his hideout at Meragudi village under Kotagarh Police Station, during a joint combing operation by Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), District Voluntary Force (DVF) and
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A hardcore CPI-Maoist cadre, identified as Mathew Jagaranga, was arrested from his hideout at Meragudi village under Kotagarh Police Station, during a joint combing operation by Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), District Voluntary Force (DVF) and local Police, in Brahmanigaon area of Kandhamal District, on May 1, reports The Pioneer. Kandhamal Superintendent of Police (SP) JN Pankaj said "For the past four years, Mathew had been working for Maoist leaders Nikhil and Sharada. We have recovered an SLR gun from his possession".
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May - 1 
A magisterial inquiry will be ordered to ascertain the recent firing incident at Williamnagar jail, in East Garo Hills District according to a report of May 1. Police are yet to find out as to who fired at the Williamnagar jail in the night of April
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A magisterial inquiry will be ordered to ascertain the recent firing incident at Williamnagar jail, in East Garo Hills District according to a report of May 1. Police are yet to find out as to who fired at the Williamnagar jail in the night of April 28.
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May - 1 
A team of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) intercepted and arrested eight persons, including two former militants, along with their Pakistani wives and four children from Maharajaganj area (Maharajaganj District) in Uttar Pradesh along the India-Nepal borde
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A team of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) intercepted and arrested eight persons, including two former militants, along with their Pakistani wives and four children from Maharajaganj area (Maharajaganj District) in Uttar Pradesh along the India-Nepal border on May 1, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said that the duo disclosed their identity as Muzaffar Ahmad and Mohammad Rashid, residents of Kupwara District and said they had crossed over to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) from the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara sector (Kupwara District) in mid nineties for arms training after being lured by the militants of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM).
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May - 1 
Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) V. Dinesh Reddy on April 1 said that the Andhra Pradesh government gives utmost priority to coastal security to meet any security challenge through the sea route, according to Zee News. He said that coa
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Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) V. Dinesh Reddy on April 1 said that the Andhra Pradesh government gives utmost priority to coastal security to meet any security challenge through the sea route, according to Zee News. He said that coastal security was very essential to protect on-shore oil installations, as there is threat from Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) sponsored terrorism. He added that Police had already recruited 300 fishermen as home guards.
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Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) also known as (ULFA-Independent) on May 1 blamed State Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi for inviting dubious chit fund companies who duped investors and demanded that he ensures that they are
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Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) also known as (ULFA-Independent) on May 1 blamed State Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi for inviting dubious chit fund companies who duped investors and demanded that he ensures that they are paid back their dues, reports Times of India. "The chief minister himself has claimed that a chit fund company had donated Rs 20 lakh to his relief fund," ULFA-I's ‘assistant information and publicity secretary’ Arunodoy Asom said in a statement e-mailed to PTI.
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May - 1 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have abducted at least three persons, including an elected panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) representative, at Mahupadar village under Mathili Police Station limits in Mal
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have abducted at least three persons, including an elected panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) representative, at Mahupadar village under Mathili Police Station limits in Malkangiri District on May 1, reports The Times of India. The abducted persons have been identified as the naib sarpanch (deputy head of village level local self-Government institution) of Mahupadar Budu Durua, a trader Budu Naik and another villager Malsa Kalra, accusing them of helping the Police. Police suspect the involvement of Daharba Division of the Maoist in the abduction, which operates in the Odisha-Chhattisgarh border areas.
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Director General of Police (DGP) Ashok Prasad on May 1 claimed that April 26, 2013, Haigam (Baramulla District) ambush in which four Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police personnel were shot dead was carried by a local group of militants belonging to Hizb-u
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Director General of Police (DGP) Ashok Prasad on May 1 claimed that April 26, 2013, Haigam (Baramulla District) ambush in which four Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police personnel were shot dead was carried by a local group of militants belonging to Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, Kashmir Times reported. “The mastermind of the plot has been identified and efforts are on to track him down,” said DGP Prasad. He further claimed that there were just a few militants active in Sopore area (Baramulla District), “and all of them belong to Hizb (HM).”
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May - 1 
Kilo kilonser (prime minister), Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN), Zaleo said that there was only one Naga National Council (NNC) which belong to the Nagas and that there was “no room” for NNC Accordists and Non-Accordists.
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Kilo kilonser (prime minister), Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN), Zaleo said that there was only one Naga National Council (NNC) which belong to the Nagas and that there was “no room” for NNC Accordists and Non-Accordists.
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May - 1 
Nagaland Post reports that in a joint search operation, Security Forces (SFs) recovered a cache of illegal arms and ammunition from the house of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) deputy kilonser (minister), ‘’ministry of tr
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Nagaland Post reports that in a joint search operation, Security Forces (SFs) recovered a cache of illegal arms and ammunition from the house of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) deputy kilonser (minister), ‘’ministry of trade and transport, Kahoi Swu located in Nuton Basti in Dimapur. According to a press release by Assam Rifles, the arms and ammunition recovered include one .22mm GSG-5P Semi Auto Rifle (Made in Germany); one 7.62 mm AK-47 Rifle; one .22mm Beretta Pistol (Made in Italy); one 9mm Pistol Norinco (Made in China); five magazines and 141 rounds of assorted ammunition. After the operation, Kahoi Swu along with three others identified as Sanjay Sharma, Sujit Kar and Sanjay Kumar Gupta were arrested. On questioning, the arrested revealed that they were hired to repair arms which were kept in the house of Kahoi Swu.
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May - 1 
On the occasion of the International Workers’ Day (May 1), the People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) has called upon all the people of Manipur to nurture a healthy work culture for a self-reliant economy.
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On the occasion of the International Workers’ Day (May 1), the People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) has called upon all the people of Manipur to nurture a healthy work culture for a self-reliant economy.
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Security Forces (SF) neutralized a militant hideout and recovered a cache of ammunition and explosive material at General Area Chatru in Kishtwar District on May 1, reports Kashmir Times. Four rifles were recovered from the hideout.
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Security Forces (SF) neutralized a militant hideout and recovered a cache of ammunition and explosive material at General Area Chatru in Kishtwar District on May 1, reports Kashmir Times. Four rifles were recovered from the hideout.
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Security Forces (SF) recovered a cache of arms and explosives from Chatru area of Kishtwar District on May 1, reports Kashmir Times. The recoveries effected from the cache included two .303 Rifle, one 12 Bore Rifle, one country made Rifle, 4 UBGL gre
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Security Forces (SF) recovered a cache of arms and explosives from Chatru area of Kishtwar District on May 1, reports Kashmir Times. The recoveries effected from the cache included two .303 Rifle, one 12 Bore Rifle, one country made Rifle, 4 UBGL grenades, 50 rounds PIKA belt, 71 rounds of AK 47 Rifle, 2 magazines of AK 47 Rifle and 1 magazine of 7.62 LMG.
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May - 1 
Security has been increased in Punjab following reports of Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal and Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal being in the hit-list of terror group Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), reports punjabnewsline.com on May 1.The te
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Security has been increased in Punjab following reports of Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal and Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal being in the hit-list of terror group Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), reports punjabnewsline.com on May 1.The terror group has reportedly warned to kill Badal and Sukhbir in a bomb blast following the February 9, 2013 execution of Parliament terror attack convict Muhammad Afzal Guru. LeT ‘area commander’ Karim Ansari in a letter to Station Master Haridwar (Haridwar District in Uttarakhand) and DRM Ferozepur (Ferozepur District in Punjab) has threatened retaliatory bomb attacks on May 9 and 10, 2013. The letter says various religious places in Haridwar apart from railway station, airport and military camps will be targeted in the terror attacks.
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May - 1 
The Assam Tribune reports on May 1 that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Assam received training in handling of weapons in Jharkhand and jungles of Arunachal Pradesh and efforts are on by the rebels to spread their bases to other p
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The Assam Tribune reports on May 1 that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Assam received training in handling of weapons in Jharkhand and jungles of Arunachal Pradesh and efforts are on by the rebels to spread their bases to other parts of the North East region. Highly placed sources in the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) told The Assam Tribune that though the threat to the security of the North East region by the Maoist rebels cannot be considered very serious, the threat should not be overlooked as setting up of armed wing proved that the Maoists have reasonably strong bases in the State. Sources revealed that according to information available with the security agencies, the total number of armed cadres of the Maoists in Assam should be around 40. Sources said that the total number of overground activists of the Maoists in Assam is estimated to be around 150 and they work in different capacities to earn their livelihood and work for the Maoists. They have been given the responsibility of working among the people to address issues like anti mega dam movement, problems of the ethnic groups and tea tribes, problems of the people displaced by floods and erosion etc, to strengthen their base among the people. The efforts of the Maoists to increase bases in the North East region is now looked after by Prashant Bose, who is the second in command of the Maoist rebels and in charge of the Eastern region. Sources further said that there is every possibility of declaration of two Districts of Assam as Left Wing Extremism (LWE) Affected Districts so that the Districts are eligible to receive special development funds from the Government of India.
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May - 1 
The central government has designated additional sessions judge P. V. Savaikar as the special judge to conduct the trial into the Margao (South Goa District) blast (October 16, 2009) case, which will now be heard at the South Goa sessions court at Ma
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The central government has designated additional sessions judge P. V. Savaikar as the special judge to conduct the trial into the Margao (South Goa District) blast (October 16, 2009) case, which will now be heard at the South Goa sessions court at Margao. The case was being heard at the North Goa sessions court for around a year-and-a-half after the central government had notified the North Goa sessions judge as the special judge to conduct the trial. While the Special Investigation Team (SIT) was initially investigating the case, the central government ordered that the probe be handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), a federal agency formed after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks to probe terror-related cases. In 2011, the NIA filed a chargesheet against 11 accused. So far nearly 100 witnesses have been examined in the court, including Police officers, explosives' experts and handwriting analysts.
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May - 1 
The confessions of Rajendra Chaudhry and Tejaram Parmar, accused in the Mecca Masjid (Andhra Pradesh) blast case of May 16 2007, revealed that they conducted a recce of the mosque and other places in Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh) three months before the
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The confessions of Rajendra Chaudhry and Tejaram Parmar, accused in the Mecca Masjid (Andhra Pradesh) blast case of May 16 2007, revealed that they conducted a recce of the mosque and other places in Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh) three months before they carried out the attack, The Times of India reports on May 2, 2013. Further, Chaudhry confessed to the National Investigation Authority (NIA) investigators, that the duo visited Hyderabad from Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), in February by train. They toured Charminar, Mecca Masjid and some other places in an autorickshaw to check where bombs could be planted. They even entered Mecca Masjid premises as tourists and observed the people coming in for prayers. The two also received training in rifle shooting. On May 16, 2007 Chaudhry called Parmar and asked him to come to Manavatnagar in Madhya Pradesh. They met the prime accused, Ramchandra Kalsangra alias Ramji there. Ramji reportedly handed over to them two bags containing IEDs (improvised electronic devices). They reached Hyderabad on May 18. Tejaram placed the bag carrying an IED on the grills of the gate of the mosque while Rajendra put the red bag containing another IED under the marble bench on the masjid (mosque) courtyard, sources said. After planting the bombs they immediately left the city and went to Madhya Pradesh via Bidar and Aurangabad.
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May - 1 
The Gaya District Civil and Police officials organized Janata Durbars (public hearing) in Sewra and Lutua villages in the Naxal-[Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] affected Imamganj Police Station area of the District, on May 1, reports The Times of India. L
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The Gaya District Civil and Police officials organized Janata Durbars (public hearing) in Sewra and Lutua villages in the Naxal-[Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] affected Imamganj Police Station area of the District, on May 1, reports The Times of India. LWEs regard Lutua and Sewra areas to be part of the 'liberated zone'. Though Lutua and Sewra have been very familiar to the kangaroo courts organized by the LWEs to sanction punishment to deserters, Police informers and others belonging to the enemy camp, it was for the first time that a Janta Durbar aimed at facilitating direct interaction between the state machinery and the villagers and instant grievance redressal was held deep inside the LWE bastion.
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May - 1 
The Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) and the Eastern Naga Students’ Federation (ENSF), on May 1, have resolved not to allow any form of ‘tax’ imposition on educational institutions especially teachers within their respective jurisdictions
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The Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) and the Eastern Naga Students’ Federation (ENSF), on May 1, have resolved not to allow any form of ‘tax’ imposition on educational institutions especially teachers within their respective jurisdictions
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May - 1 
The Revolutionary Peoples Front (RPF) declared on the occasion of the International Workers’ Day that in order to escape the neo-liberalization policies of India set by its capitalist class and its market economy and put into motion a vibrant economy
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The Revolutionary Peoples Front (RPF) declared on the occasion of the International Workers’ Day that in order to escape the neo-liberalization policies of India set by its capitalist class and its market economy and put into motion a vibrant economy of Manipur, all the indigenous communities of Manipur need to take a firm resolution and wage the war of liberation collectively.
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May - 1 
The Shillong Times reports on May 2 that in a first of its kind, the Garo national Liberation Army (GNLA) came upfront and issued notifications in some part of Shallang in West Khasi Hills as well as a tollgate at Songsak in East Garo Hills District,
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The Shillong Times reports on May 2 that in a first of its kind, the Garo national Liberation Army (GNLA) came upfront and issued notifications in some part of Shallang in West Khasi Hills as well as a tollgate at Songsak in East Garo Hills District, calling a bandh (shut down strike) of 15 days at Shallang from May 1 to 15. The notification ordered all shops to remain closed and all trucks to stay off the road at Shallang. A reliable source informed that earlier the GNLA had issued demand notes to shopkeepers, tollgates and coal traders. However no payment was made which irked the outfit. Coal traders and shopkeepers complained that the huge ransom of INR 1.5 to 2 million was beyond their capacity and hence they refused to pay. In one of the notification, it was boldly declared that if any one opposed the bandh they would be shot dead.
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May - 1 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Narayanpur District on May 1, reports The Times of India. Narayanpur Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) NK Sahu said the cadres of Da
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Narayanpur District on May 1, reports The Times of India. Narayanpur Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) NK Sahu said the cadres of Daula Dalam (armed squad) were gunned down by a joint team of Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) battalion, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and District Force in the jungle of Kachora village. Those killed were identified as 'deputy commander' of Daula Dalam Phool Singh and a member Jai Singh. They were carrying a reward of INR 35,000 each on their head. Two dead bodies including four muzzle loading guns, one USA made pistol, one country-made pistol, couple of grenades and tiffin bombs, detonators, Maoist literature and other materials were recovered from the spot.
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May - 1 
Unidentified assailant killed a man, Rabiram Rabha, & injured his wife at Dariduri Tilapara area under Baguan Police Station in Goalpara District on May 1, taking the toll in the trouble-torn District to six, reports The Telegraph.
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Unidentified assailant killed a man, Rabiram Rabha, & injured his wife at Dariduri Tilapara area under Baguan Police Station in Goalpara District on May 1, taking the toll in the trouble-torn District to six, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 1 
A candidate of the Qaumi Watan Party, Akbar Khan, who is running for a National Assembly seat (NA 40 North Waziristan) was abducted from an area near Mir Ali of North Waziristan Agency, reports Dawn.
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A candidate of the Qaumi Watan Party, Akbar Khan, who is running for a National Assembly seat (NA 40 North Waziristan) was abducted from an area near Mir Ali of North Waziristan Agency, reports Dawn.
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May - 1 
A dead body was found from Lyari River within remits of Rizvia Police Station. Another body was found near the bushes of Taiser town within the precincts of Surjani town Police Station.
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A dead body was found from Lyari River within remits of Rizvia Police Station. Another body was found near the bushes of Taiser town within the precincts of Surjani town Police Station.
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May - 1 
A dead body was found near Phool Chowk in Kharadar Police Jurisdiction. Police said that deceased was identified as Waqas (22), resident of Napier Road, left for his home from work place when unidentified militants abducted him and later threw his bo
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A dead body was found near Phool Chowk in Kharadar Police Jurisdiction. Police said that deceased was identified as Waqas (22), resident of Napier Road, left for his home from work place when unidentified militants abducted him and later threw his body.
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May - 1 
A Navy Sailor, identified as Zahid Iqbal (28), was shot dead by unidentified assailants near Bakra Hotel within the remits of Kharadar Police Station.
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A Navy Sailor, identified as Zahid Iqbal (28), was shot dead by unidentified assailants near Bakra Hotel within the remits of Kharadar Police Station.
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May - 1 
An owner of meat shop, Waqas Sattar (25) and a passerby Haji Hassan (35) were shot dead in MPR Colony within the premises of Orangi Town Police Station.
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An owner of meat shop, Waqas Sattar (25) and a passerby Haji Hassan (35) were shot dead in MPR Colony within the premises of Orangi Town Police Station.
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May - 1 
Anti-Extremist Cell (AEC) of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) arrested at least five alleged TTP cadres in Kati Pahari area. During the raid, Police recovered 75 kilogrammes of explosives, two pressure cooker bombs, six tennis ball bombs, rem
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Anti-Extremist Cell (AEC) of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) arrested at least five alleged TTP cadres in Kati Pahari area. During the raid, Police recovered 75 kilogrammes of explosives, two pressure cooker bombs, six tennis ball bombs, remote control, detonating cord, detonator, four hand grenades, a Kalashnikov, a .22 rifle, two TT pistols and a 9mm pistol.
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May - 1 
At least eight militants were killed as jet fighters pounded their hideouts in Dabori area of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), on May 1, reports Dawn. Police said the bombing resulted in the destruction of four militant h
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At least eight militants were killed as jet fighters pounded their hideouts in Dabori area of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), on May 1, reports Dawn. Police said the bombing resulted in the destruction of four militant hideouts and the killing of eight militants. Security Forces (SFs) launched a search operation in Kago Qamar, Arkhang, and Nandar Mella and Yahya Khan Kalley areas in the agency. SFs said a huge quantity of explosives, landmines and rocket shells was seized during the operation.
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May - 1 
At least eight persons, including a Navy sailor, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May1, reports Daily Times. Two watchmen of Chitargo School, identified as Chamman Ali and Hafizullah
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At least eight persons, including a Navy sailor, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May1, reports Daily Times. Two watchmen of Chitargo School, identified as Chamman Ali and Hafizullah, were shot dead and other Mohsin was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Sultanabad area within the limits of Manghopir Police Station.
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May - 1 
Eight activists of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) were injured in an attack on their election office in Bombay Bazar in the Mithadar Police Precincts, reports The News. Police said the motorcyclists had also lobbed a hand grenade at the MQM offic
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Eight activists of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) were injured in an attack on their election office in Bombay Bazar in the Mithadar Police Precincts, reports The News. Police said the motorcyclists had also lobbed a hand grenade at the MQM office, but no one was injured as a result of the explosion.
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May - 1 
Police and Rangers, in a joint operation, arrested about two dozen suspects including political workers during a targeted operation conducted near Bilawal House in Boat Basin area. According to Police, the operation was jointly conducted in collabora
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Police and Rangers, in a joint operation, arrested about two dozen suspects including political workers during a targeted operation conducted near Bilawal House in Boat Basin area. According to Police, the operation was jointly conducted in collaboration with the Rangers near Bilawal House Chowrangi against the criminal elements. They said that majority of political workers including Guddu Bihari were among the detainees. Law enforcers also claimed to have recovered weapons from the possession.
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May - 1 
PTI Chairman Imran Khan has said that after coming into power his party would end military operations in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and other parts of the country, saying bullet is not the solution to any problem. Speaking at a public rally, he
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PTI Chairman Imran Khan has said that after coming into power his party would end military operations in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and other parts of the country, saying bullet is not the solution to any problem. Speaking at a public rally, he said that the PTI would transform the country into a welfare state where justice would be dispensed without any discrimination. He said local bodies’ polls would be held in the country as soon as possible. “We would not allocate development funds to any MNA or MPA, but the problems would be resolved through local bodies,” Imran added.
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May - 1 
The Bomb Disposal Unit (BDU) official’s defused two bombs planted to target two election contestants in the limits of Mathra Police Station of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on May 1, reports The News.
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The Bomb Disposal Unit (BDU) official’s defused two bombs planted to target two election contestants in the limits of Mathra Police Station of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on May 1, reports The News.
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May - 1 
The Karachi Police and Crime Investigation Department (CID) arrested 15,658 accused and recovered 13487 weapons and different explosive materials from their possession during different raids from January 1 to April 30, 2013, Daily Times reported on M
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The Karachi Police and Crime Investigation Department (CID) arrested 15,658 accused and recovered 13487 weapons and different explosive materials from their possession during different raids from January 1 to April 30, 2013, Daily Times reported on May 6. This was informed to Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh Shahid Nadeem Baloch in a four-month Police performance report. The report said that among the detained accused, 47 were terrorists, 46 extortionists, 21 target killers, 11 accused involved in kidnapping for ransom, 426 proclaimed offenders and 3864 absconders. It said that 32 bandits were killed in 438 police encounters, while 245 bandits were detained.
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Two schools designated as polling stations for the May 11 elections were blown up in the Nasirabad District on May 1 and 2, reports Dawn. Police sources said that an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted in a Government middle school in Tahir Kot
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Two schools designated as polling stations for the May 11 elections were blown up in the Nasirabad District on May 1 and 2, reports Dawn. Police sources said that an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted in a Government middle school in Tahir Kot area was detonated on May1 and a primary school was blown up on May 2 in a nearby village in Chatter tehsil (revenue unit).
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May - 1 
Two security officials were injured as a result of cross-border firing from Afghanistan at a security checkpost in Mohmand Agency, reports The Express Tribune.
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Two security officials were injured as a result of cross-border firing from Afghanistan at a security checkpost in Mohmand Agency, reports The Express Tribune.
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May - 1 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda addressing a programme organized by the party in Itahari city of Sunsari District on May 1 said his party will forge electoral alliance with Madhesi and Janaja
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda addressing a programme organized by the party in Itahari city of Sunsari District on May 1 said his party will forge electoral alliance with Madhesi and Janajati groups in the upcoming elections, reports Nepalnews.com. Mentioning that despite having two-thirds majority, Nepal's communists failed to write the constitution from the Constituent Assembly (CA) due to rift between them, Dahal said electoral alliance is a must to write the new constitution. Speaking at the same programme, UCPN-M Vice Chairman Baburam Bhattarai claimed that his party would boost the country's per capita income to US$ 3000 if the Maoist party gets a chance to rule the country for a decade.
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May - 1 
Sri Lanka's Marxist party, Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) Propaganda Secretary and Parliamentarian Vijitha Herath on May 1 said the party has plans to present affidavits to court from family members of individuals who had disappeared from the Matale
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Sri Lanka's Marxist party, Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) Propaganda Secretary and Parliamentarian Vijitha Herath on May 1 said the party has plans to present affidavits to court from family members of individuals who had disappeared from the Matale District during the 1988-1989 period, reports Colombo Page. The party is to make these representations to court when the case on the Matale mass grave will be taken up on May 8. Vijitha said that the party has already collected information from families of one hundred people who had gone missing during the JVP insurgency in the late 1980s. He said the party would present the affidavits from the families and request the court for DNA tests to be carried out on the skeletal remains. He noted that the JVP would intervene in the case to identify the victims buried in the mass grave that has been found to be from the period between 1986 and 1990. The Matale mass grave was uncovered last November and 154 skeletal remains have been unearthed from the grave.
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May - 2 
A division bench of the Assam Human Rights Commission (AHRC) on May 2 issued a notice to State Chief Secretary N.K. Das, seeking a probe into the violence at Goalpara and submit a report in 45 days.
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A division bench of the Assam Human Rights Commission (AHRC) on May 2 issued a notice to State Chief Secretary N.K. Das, seeking a probe into the violence at Goalpara and submit a report in 45 days.
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May - 2 
A roadblock was enforced at Kangpokpi in Senapati District on May 2 against the arrest of a Kuki National Front-President (KNF-P) cadre, which is a party to the tripartite Suspension of Operation (SoO) agreement, by the Police. A source said Seilian
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A roadblock was enforced at Kangpokpi in Senapati District on May 2 against the arrest of a Kuki National Front-President (KNF-P) cadre, which is a party to the tripartite Suspension of Operation (SoO) agreement, by the Police. A source said Seilian Vaiphei (38) was arrested by a team of Senapati District Police from Kangpokpi area on charge of carrying out extortion. Cash amount of INR 68,000 and a mobile handset were recovered from his possession.
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May - 2 
After imposing ‘total bandh’ (shut down strike) along the National Highways leading to Manipur since April 21, the Zeliangrong organisations have decided on May 2 afternoon to suspend the agitation from midnight of May 2. The All Zeliangrong Students
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After imposing ‘total bandh’ (shut down strike) along the National Highways leading to Manipur since April 21, the Zeliangrong organisations have decided on May 2 afternoon to suspend the agitation from midnight of May 2. The All Zeliangrong Students Union (AZSU), Zeliangrong Youth Front (ZYF) and Zeliangrong Students Union, Manipur (ZSUM) have been demanding the ‘safe release’ of school girl Alice Kamei who is allegedly in the custody of Revolutionary Peoples Front (RPF) since March 10.
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May - 2 
Army troopers apprehended a Pakistani national on May 2 from Kancha Post in Nowshera sector of Rajouri District along the Line of Control (LoC) and recovered Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) worth INR 30,000, used for playing by the children, from h
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Army troopers apprehended a Pakistani national on May 2 from Kancha Post in Nowshera sector of Rajouri District along the Line of Control (LoC) and recovered Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) worth INR 30,000, used for playing by the children, from his possession besides some other documents, Daily excelsior reported. The arrestee has been identified as Aziz-ul-Rehman, resident of Kahuta tehsil (revenue unit) in Rawalpindi District of Pakistan.
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May - 2 
At least two militants suspected to be shot dead by the Security Forces (SF) in an operation at Gatyali Behak locality in Rajwar forest area of Handwara (Kupwara District) on May 2, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said, “SF fired grenades inside the
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At least two militants suspected to be shot dead by the Security Forces (SF) in an operation at Gatyali Behak locality in Rajwar forest area of Handwara (Kupwara District) on May 2, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said, “SF fired grenades inside the hideout to eliminate the militants but it was not clear whether the militants are dead or alive. After the grenades were fired there was no response from them to the security SF and it is believed they are dead.” The dead militants are believed to be of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) whose task was to receive the infiltrated militants as the snow has started melting in the sector and militants are ready on launching pads for infiltration.
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May - 2 
Dawood Ibrahim and his network of bogus hawala (illegal money transfer) firms, spread across India, have been covertly financing Indian Mujahideen (IM’s) network in India, said sources in the central agencies and counter-terrorism units investigating
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Dawood Ibrahim and his network of bogus hawala (illegal money transfer) firms, spread across India, have been covertly financing Indian Mujahideen (IM’s) network in India, said sources in the central agencies and counter-terrorism units investigating blast cases across the country, Hindustan Times reports on May 3. The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has been informed of Dawood’s alleged extensive hawala network in the Middle East and South Asian countries. A detailed probe by the Anti-Money Laundering / Suspicious Cases Unit (AMLU) is underway in the Middle East, sources said. The involvement of Dawood in financing terror through his network of hawala firms was unearthed during investigations into the July 13, 2011 blasts in Mumbai, (where the IM was allegedly involved) said sources in central agencies and counter-terrorism units. Many key players in the attacks are suspected to have links with Dawood. A sum of INR 10, 00, 000 had been sent by alleged hawala operator Muzzafar Kola to IM kingpin Yasin Bhatkal through Delhi-based Kanwar Nain Pathrija, Police sources said. The investigating agencies then suspected the involvement of the D-Company and intercepted telephone conversations from across the border showed directions being given to certain people, along with details of the money flow and transfers through hawala transactions. Kola, sources said, was a Mustafa Dossa man who later became a Dawood associate. These reports led agencies to believe that Bhatkal, a Fazal-ur-Rehman gang member who now heads the IM, was working closely with Dawood and his company.Fazal-ur-Rehman, too, was a close aide of Dawood and was arrested in 2006. Bhatkal, Police sources believe, took up the reins of Fazal’s network after that. “Kola is one of the wanted accused in the 13/7 blasts case for his alleged involvement in the hawala transfer and is also involved in money laundering,” said a senior police officer. Dawood’s intricate network of hawala transactions and its use for financing terror dates back to 2001, when Partho Roy Burman was kidnapped in Kolkata (West Bengal), and a ransom of 37.5 million was transferred to Dubai through Dawood’s hawala channel. Investigators said that Kola was responsible even for the money transfer in Burman’s kidnapping case.
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May - 2 
Drawing attention to news reports over the purported move of the State Government for considering Mao tribe as the 18th Scheduled Tribe of Nagaland and subsequent reaction against it ,the State home department on May 2 asserted that said the Democra
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Drawing attention to news reports over the purported move of the State Government for considering Mao tribe as the 18th Scheduled Tribe of Nagaland and subsequent reaction against it ,the State home department on May 2 asserted that said the Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) Government had not made any “move or decision” on the issue.
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May - 2 
India wants Pakistan to hold a high-level investigation into the allegations that the jail attack on late Indian spy and prisoner Sarabjit Singh was planned in advance by some Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) linked elements to avenge the hanging of LeT’s Ajmal
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India wants Pakistan to hold a high-level investigation into the allegations that the jail attack on late Indian spy and prisoner Sarabjit Singh was planned in advance by some Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) linked elements to avenge the hanging of LeT’s Ajmal Kasab and Jaish-e-Mohammad’s (JeM’s) Afzal Guru by the Indian government, The News reports on May 3. According to some highly informed diplomatic sources in Islamabad (Pakistan), the Indian authorities have asked for a thorough probe into allegations that the assault was pre-planned by some LeT-linked fanatic prisoners at Kot Lakhpat Jail in Lahore (provincial capital of Punjab) who wanted to avenge the killing of Ajmal Kasab and Afzal Guru in India by assassinating him.
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May - 2 
Jailed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Kobad Ghandy, who was arrested for setting up a base of CPI-Maoist in New Delhi, on May 2 sought bail from the Delhi High Court on the ground that he has already been granted the relief by An
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Jailed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Kobad Ghandy, who was arrested for setting up a base of CPI-Maoist in New Delhi, on May 2 sought bail from the Delhi High Court on the ground that he has already been granted the relief by Andhra Pradesh (AP) High Court in a case, reports Zee News. 65-year-old Ghandy, who was arrested on September 20, 2009, by Special Cell of Delhi Police, filed a copy of the bail order delivered by the AP High Court before Justice Sunil Gaur.
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May - 2 
Nagaland Post reports on May 3 that that Naga National Council (NNC), information and publicity wing in a press release stated that the Government has expelled “major” Alex Achumi from the NNC Army wing because of his “anti- activity” against the fun
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Nagaland Post reports on May 3 that that Naga National Council (NNC), information and publicity wing in a press release stated that the Government has expelled “major” Alex Achumi from the NNC Army wing because of his “anti- activity” against the functioning of the parent body, NNC, misappropriation of fund and indiscipline.
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May - 2 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), on May 2, said it was investigating into the April 19 incident in which former speaker of Eastern Naga Students’ Federation (ENSF), Throngso Yimchunger was physically assaulted. In a state
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), on May 2, said it was investigating into the April 19 incident in which former speaker of Eastern Naga Students’ Federation (ENSF), Throngso Yimchunger was physically assaulted. In a statement, NSCN-IM expressed its “deep regret and anguish” over the assault of the former ENSF speaker along with his family members by some persons claiming to be NSCN members. While strongly condemning such physical assault said it was investigating the matter to ascertain whether the culprits were NSCN-IM members or not.
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May - 2 
NNC-Non Accordist (NNC-NA) has reacted to the press statement which appeared in a local daily issued by Zaleo, Kilo kilonser (prime minister), Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN), saying that there is only one NNC which belong to the Nagas. It state
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NNC-Non Accordist (NNC-NA) has reacted to the press statement which appeared in a local daily issued by Zaleo, Kilo kilonser (prime minister), Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN), saying that there is only one NNC which belong to the Nagas. It stated that with signing of the Shillong accord on November 11, 1975, the NNC was fragmented and presently there were many groups spearheading the Naga National Movement for self determination and NNC-NA being among the said groups.
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Of the two militants suspected to be dead following an encounter in Rajwar forest area of Handwara (Kupwara District) on May 2, the body of one of them was recovered by the Security Forces (SF) on May 3, Daily Excelsior reported. An AK-47 rifle and 2
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Of the two militants suspected to be dead following an encounter in Rajwar forest area of Handwara (Kupwara District) on May 2, the body of one of them was recovered by the Security Forces (SF) on May 3, Daily Excelsior reported. An AK-47 rifle and 2 magazines were also recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 2 
Optimistic of bringing the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) menace under control to a great extent in Odisha soon, Director General of Police (DGP) Prakash Mishra on May 2 appealed to the president of Maoist-backed Chasi Muliya Adivasi Sa
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Optimistic of bringing the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) menace under control to a great extent in Odisha soon, Director General of Police (DGP) Prakash Mishra on May 2 appealed to the president of Maoist-backed Chasi Muliya Adivasi Sangh (CMAS), Nachika Linga, to surrender, reports IBN Live. Stating that situation was gradually improving in once troubled area of Narayanpatna area, the DGP said surrender of over 2,000 tribals after deserting CMAS since January 2013, has helped the administration. "There is a sign of improvement in Narayanpatna and the development activities need to be expedited in the area to instill confidence among the locals," Mishra said. Focusing on the ongoing counter insurgency operations in the State, he said, "Out of 19 Maoist-hit Districts, the Naxals have been controlled to a good extent in as many as 11 Districts and we are hopeful of controlling the Maoists in others Districts in next few months." He said that special focus is being given to Rayagada and Kandhamal Districts and Security measures have been strengthened in the two Districts. "A battalion of BSF [Border Security Force] will be deployed in Raygada and Kandhamal districts which will strengthen our fight against the extremists," the DGP said. Further, an anti-extremist training school along with a hub for Special Operation Group (SOG) were all set to be established at Koraput soon and land for the same was selected near the railway station in the town, DGP Mishra said in the press meet at Koraput.
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May - 2 
Security Forces arrested two Zomi Revolutionary Front (ZRF) cadres Identified as Rig Valte alias Rigsong (30) and Khamkhanlun alias Femendo (38) on May 2 from area of Bungmel village, Churachandpur District, reports Kanglaonline.
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Security Forces arrested two Zomi Revolutionary Front (ZRF) cadres Identified as Rig Valte alias Rigsong (30) and Khamkhanlun alias Femendo (38) on May 2 from area of Bungmel village, Churachandpur District, reports Kanglaonline.
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May - 2 
The Chhattisgarh High Court on May 2 reserved its judgement on the bail application of Malti alias K S Priya, who was convicted for her alleged involvement in Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] activities, reports Zee News. Earlier a lower court had a
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The Chhattisgarh High Court on May 2 reserved its judgement on the bail application of Malti alias K S Priya, who was convicted for her alleged involvement in Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] activities, reports Zee News. Earlier a lower court had awarded her 10 years imprisonment. Her counsel Satish Verma said "The single bench of Justice R S Sharma on Thursday reserved its judgement on the bail plea of Malti, who was arrested in 2008 for her alleged involvement in naxal activities".
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May - 2 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has stepped up their expansion drive in western Odisha and the trijunction of Karnataka-Tamil Nadu-Kerala, a latest assessment by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has revealed, reports Hindusta
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has stepped up their expansion drive in western Odisha and the trijunction of Karnataka-Tamil Nadu-Kerala, a latest assessment by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has revealed, reports Hindustan Times. “The sustained campaign against Naxals in their strongholds of Sukma, Bijapur and Narayanpur in Chhattisgarh, Gadchiroli of Maharashtra and Saranada forest of Jharkhand has forced the Maoists to expand in new areas,” said a senior security officer. According to the assessment, Maoists are pushing in the western Odisha districts of Bolangir, Bargarh, Nuapada and Nabarangpur. They also held a large meeting in Pardarha village of Nuapada, which was attended by their four central committee members. Besides Odisha, Maoists have been trying to new front in area around tri-junction of Karnataka-Kerala-Tamil Nadu for the last many years. The security forces have seen renewed Maoist activities in this region this year. The MHA assessment also shows that in the first three months of the current year more Maoists have been killed in comparison to the Security Force (SF) personnel than in the same period in last year. In the first three months of last year, 53 security personnel had been killed, while the figure for Naxals killed in clashes with the security forces and their own breakaway factions stood at 20. But in 2013, in the first three months ending March 31, only 25 SF personnel lost their lives in anti-Naxal operations whereas 30 Maoist were killed clashes with the SFs and breakaway factions like Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC).
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May - 2 
The Coordination Committee (CorCom) of six militant groups has set up a Joint Fighting Force (JFF) under the aegis of its Joint Military Commission (JMC) after a joint meeting held on May 2. The establishment of JFF after several subordinates bodies
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The Coordination Committee (CorCom) of six militant groups has set up a Joint Fighting Force (JFF) under the aegis of its Joint Military Commission (JMC) after a joint meeting held on May 2. The establishment of JFF after several subordinates bodies were set up already is a significant step for CorCom to become a united front, it said in a statement. JFF which would take the role of vanguards in the liberation movement of Manipur (Kangleipak) would be a big boost to the revolutionary movement in the coming days, it added.
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May - 2 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on May 2 filed a chargesheet before the Ernakulam NIA special court against Aboobacker Haji alias Masthigooda Aboobacker, a close aide of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and three others in the Taliparamba (Kannu
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on May 2 filed a chargesheet before the Ernakulam NIA special court against Aboobacker Haji alias Masthigooda Aboobacker, a close aide of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and three others in the Taliparamba (Kannur District of Kerala) Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) case, according to New Indian Express. V.P. Pradeep Kumar, Kamal Ummer alias Kamal Haji, M.P. Ashish and Aboobacker Haji alias Masthigooda Aboobacker are the accused in the case.
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May - 2 
The security of the Kochi District Court Complex which includes, National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) courts, have been increased following an alert issued by the Intelligence Wing, New Indian Express reports
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The security of the Kochi District Court Complex which includes, National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) courts, have been increased following an alert issued by the Intelligence Wing, New Indian Express reports on May 3. The Kochi City Police has deployed an additional 10 Police personal, including armed Policemen, to stand vigil at the complex. At present the trial of the Kashmir recruitment case is being conducted at the NIA Court. The Court has adjourned the trial of the case to May 6, 2013. The court requires a high security system as the trial of Kalamassery bus burning case, Vagamon and Panayikulam Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) camp cases and Taliparamba Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) case will commence soon.
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May - 2 
A dead body of a missing person from Balochistan was found near Northern Bypass within the premises of Surjani Police Station. The body was identified as Naseebuallah, who hailed from Dashti Bazaar of Turbat District in Balochistan.
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A dead body of a missing person from Balochistan was found near Northern Bypass within the premises of Surjani Police Station. The body was identified as Naseebuallah, who hailed from Dashti Bazaar of Turbat District in Balochistan.
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May - 2 
A person was shot dead in Baldia town within the remits of Baldia town Police Station. Police officials said that deceased identified as Abdul Rehman was standing near his residence when pillion armed riders targeted him and managed to escaped from t
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A person was shot dead in Baldia town within the remits of Baldia town Police Station. Police officials said that deceased identified as Abdul Rehman was standing near his residence when pillion armed riders targeted him and managed to escaped from the scene.
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May - 2 
At least three persons, including a Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) activist were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh on May 2, reports Daily Times. A person affiliated with PPP, identified as Na
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At least three persons, including a Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) activist were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh on May 2, reports Daily Times. A person affiliated with PPP, identified as Nadeem Ahmed, was shot dead and another was injured by unidentified assailants in North Karachi within the jurisdiction of Khwaja Ajmair Nagri Police Station.
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May - 2 
eight persons were injured in a low-intensity explosion near the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) sector office located near Fresco Chowk, Burns Road. It was the 42nd attack on electioneering since April 11, 2013, reports Dawn. Including bombings and a
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eight persons were injured in a low-intensity explosion near the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) sector office located near Fresco Chowk, Burns Road. It was the 42nd attack on electioneering since April 11, 2013, reports Dawn. Including bombings and armed assaults, has claimed more than 70 lives, including two contesting candidates, and left over 350 injured in Karachi.
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May - 2 
Pakistan Ulema Council (PUC) Chairman Maulana Tahir Ashrafi, taking a taut position again on the ‘Fatwa on sanctity of vote as Islamic duty of every Muslim; male and female’ has challenged the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), who are declaring the p
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Pakistan Ulema Council (PUC) Chairman Maulana Tahir Ashrafi, taking a taut position again on the ‘Fatwa on sanctity of vote as Islamic duty of every Muslim; male and female’ has challenged the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), who are declaring the practice of democratic right of vote in Pakistan as a sin and holding terror attacks in response, for an open debate, Daily Times reported on May 3. Addressing a huge press conference at the Lahore Press Club, the PUC chairman called the TTP for holding a debate with him anywhere and anytime, and to give him a chance to explain the real teaching of Sharia (Islamic ideology) about the sanctity of vote with references from the Holy Quran and Sunnah. In support of his religious stance, Maulana Ashrafi said that casting vote is mandatory in the Islamic Sharia having three aspects – first, it would be used as a testimony; second, as a council; and third, as an advise. He said that no Muslim, man or women, could avoid it under any circumstances, so stopping the people to use their right to vote was not according to Islam. He also highlighted the issue of TTP barring women to use their right to vote as ‘wrong’ and ‘itself a sin’. He said that it was necessary for women voters that they should be provided an opportunity to cast their votes in separate polling stations, where only female polling staffs were deputed.
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May - 2 
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Nil Kantha Upreti on May 2 said that the Government should announce the election date without further delay, reports Nepalnews.com. Upreti claimed that the Election Commission (EC) has completed the necessary prepara
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Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Nil Kantha Upreti on May 2 said that the Government should announce the election date without further delay, reports Nepalnews.com. Upreti claimed that the Election Commission (EC) has completed the necessary preparations and that there is no reason why the Government should take time in fixing the poll date. The CEC, who is visiting the districts since past week to "to create election atmosphere", informed that the EC has already listed 11.03 voters with photographs and that over 1 million voters will be added to the list by mid June.
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May - 2 
A Sylhet District court on May 2 sent 42 cadres of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and its student organisation Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) to jail in a case filed in connection with the attack on ruling Awami League (AL) office on March 2, reports New Age. Th
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A Sylhet District court on May 2 sent 42 cadres of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and its student organisation Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) to jail in a case filed in connection with the attack on ruling Awami League (AL) office on March 2, reports New Age. The attackers also vandalised several shops and set them on fire to press for the release of JeI leader Delawar Hossain Sayeedi.
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May - 2 
Describing the activities of Hifazat-e-Islam (HeI) as 'mysterious', Information Minister Hasanul Haq Inu said “The movement of HeI is not to protect the faith of Muslims. They are working as the shadow of JeI-ICS to foil the trials of war criminals,”
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Describing the activities of Hifazat-e-Islam (HeI) as 'mysterious', Information Minister Hasanul Haq Inu said “The movement of HeI is not to protect the faith of Muslims. They are working as the shadow of JeI-ICS to foil the trials of war criminals,” reports The Independent. The minister further said, “No religion, including Islam, is not at stake since the inception of Bangladesh. The constitution is safeguarding the religion. If anybody is defaming Islam, the Government is detaining them and brining them to justice.”
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May - 2 
Environment and Forest Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud urged HeI to call off their Dhaka blockade programme on May 5 to avoid sabotage. He told journalists at his secretariat office “We have information that Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and JeI-ICS ca
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Environment and Forest Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud urged HeI to call off their Dhaka blockade programme on May 5 to avoid sabotage. He told journalists at his secretariat office “We have information that Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and JeI-ICS cadres are planning to foil HeI’s blockade programme, carrying out sabotage by entering the programme in the guise of HeI. I would request HeI to withdraw their programme to avoid such consequences.”
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May - 2 
Tamil National Alliance (TNA) MP M. A. Sumanthiran on May 2 said that TNA is planning to file a large number of cases demanding the lands taken over by the military for security purposes from Northern Province, reports Colombo Page. He said that they
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Tamil National Alliance (TNA) MP M. A. Sumanthiran on May 2 said that TNA is planning to file a large number of cases demanding the lands taken over by the military for security purposes from Northern Province, reports Colombo Page. He said that they would file a case in Colombo against the acquisition, later this week, and appealed to people to file at least 5,000 cases in various courts.TNA had reportedly summoned the people, who make claims for land supposedly taken over by the military, to provide them legal assistance to file the cases. TNA and other Tamil groups say that 6,000 acres of land are taken over by military for the High Security Zones.
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May - 3 
A Delhi court on May 3 issued a production warrant for suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist Abu Jundal in connection with the September 19, 2010, Jama Masjid blast case, reports firtspost.com. Additional Sessions Judge Savita Rao issued the warr
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A Delhi court on May 3 issued a production warrant for suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist Abu Jundal in connection with the September 19, 2010, Jama Masjid blast case, reports firtspost.com. Additional Sessions Judge Savita Rao issued the warrant against Jundal for 23 May, 2013. Jundal is at present lodged in a Mumbai jail in connection with terror cases there. Jundal has been chargesheeted under section 471 (using as genuine a forged document), 489 B (using as genuine, forged or counterfeit currency), 489 C (possessing counterfeit currency) and 120 B (criminal conspiracy) of Indian Penal Code (IPC). He has also been booked under various provisions of the Explosive Substances Act and the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), besides the Passport Act and Arms Act.
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May - 3 
A man, identified as Lateef Siddiqui was awarded 10 years in jail for printing Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) on May 3, The Times of India reports from Bahraich (Bahraich District). A penalty of INR 10,000 was also imposed on him. He was arrested o
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A man, identified as Lateef Siddiqui was awarded 10 years in jail for printing Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) on May 3, The Times of India reports from Bahraich (Bahraich District). A penalty of INR 10,000 was also imposed on him. He was arrested on December 14, 2009 while printing FICN in his shop. Fake currency notes, approximately 198 in numbers, of various denominations were seized from the shop. Various equipments used in manufacturing counterfeit currency were also recovered.
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A remote controlled IED weighing approx 5 kilograms was recovered by 27 Assam Rifles near Soura village on May 3, 2013. The release said that the IED was subsequently destroyed the on May 4 by a Bomb Disposal Squad.
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A remote controlled IED weighing approx 5 kilograms was recovered by 27 Assam Rifles near Soura village on May 3, 2013. The release said that the IED was subsequently destroyed the on May 4 by a Bomb Disposal Squad.
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May - 3 
A suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, absconding for nearly five years after release on bail, surrendered at the Judicial Magistrate court in Madurai on May 3, reports The Hindu. M. Balamurugan from Sellur was arrested in 20
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A suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, absconding for nearly five years after release on bail, surrendered at the Judicial Magistrate court in Madurai on May 3, reports The Hindu. M. Balamurugan from Sellur was arrested in 2007 at Varshanadu Hills in Theni District. In 2009, he obtained conditional bail from a lower court in Theni.
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May - 3 
An alleged Indian Mujahedeen (IM) cadre, identified as Usman alias Shahid Nagori and a prime suspect in the July 26, 2008 Ahmedabad serial bomb blast case was arrested from Nagori Mohallah from near Topkhana area of Ujjain (Ujjain District) by Madhya
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An alleged Indian Mujahedeen (IM) cadre, identified as Usman alias Shahid Nagori and a prime suspect in the July 26, 2008 Ahmedabad serial bomb blast case was arrested from Nagori Mohallah from near Topkhana area of Ujjain (Ujjain District) by Madhya Pradesh Police on May 3, reports The Times of India. The arrest was made on the basis of inputs from Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS).
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May - 3 
Denouncing the life attempt on Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA), M K Preshow, by unidentified gunmen in Ukhrul District few days back, the All Tribal Students’ Union Manipur (ATSUM) urged the concerned groups/individuals to come out in public ove
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Denouncing the life attempt on Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA), M K Preshow, by unidentified gunmen in Ukhrul District few days back, the All Tribal Students’ Union Manipur (ATSUM) urged the concerned groups/individuals to come out in public over the matter.
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May - 3 
Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy said on May 3 that his government was willing to permit the National Investigation Agency (NIA) take over the probe into the alleged seizure of weapons from an arms training centre of the Popular Front of India (PF
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Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy said on May 3 that his government was willing to permit the National Investigation Agency (NIA) take over the probe into the alleged seizure of weapons from an arms training centre of the Popular Front of India (PFI) at Narath, near Kannur (Kannur District), on April 23, 2013, reports keralanext.com. The Police team probing into the Narath incident has found that money has been transferred to PFI activists through a Dubai-based bank account. However, the name of the account holder has not yet been revealed by the police.
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May - 3 
Residents of Margherita town in Tinsukia District nabbed a suspected Isak- Muivah faction of NSCN (NSCN-IM) militant, Sumit Mech, with an AK-47 rifle and a foreign-made semi- automatic rifle and handed him over to Police, reports The Telegraph.
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Residents of Margherita town in Tinsukia District nabbed a suspected Isak- Muivah faction of NSCN (NSCN-IM) militant, Sumit Mech, with an AK-47 rifle and a foreign-made semi- automatic rifle and handed him over to Police, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 3 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested fifteen cadres belonging to I K Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) from Namtola, on the Assam-Nagaland border in Sivasagar District on May 3, reports The Telegraph. The arrested milita
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested fifteen cadres belonging to I K Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) from Namtola, on the Assam-Nagaland border in Sivasagar District on May 3, reports The Telegraph. The arrested militants were identified as Robin Narzary (20), Subhash Basumatary (23), Chandan Narzary (23), Swmgwm Narzary (20), Ronjoy Basumatary (18), Khagen Basumatary (24), Subung Ser Brahma (20), Ankang Brahma (20), Arjun Narzary (20), Basiram Bodo, (19), Sanjay Hazary (18), Sankar Brahma (32), Samjit Basumatary (19), Eyo Musahari (18), and Prahlad Narzary (19). A senior police official said the Songbijit faction has been sending recruits to Myanmar for training. “They use the route from Kohima to Mon town via Sivasagar district. The cadres are kept in Kohima before being sent to Myanmar. They are first taken to Chenmyo camp of the NSCN-K [Khaplang faction of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland] on the Nagaland-Myanmar border and then sent to the NDFB (Songbijit) camp at Taka in Myanmar,” he added.
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May - 3 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered a huge cache of explosives and Maoist belongings during a combing operation at Narayanpatna in Koraput District, on May 3, reports The times of India. Koraput Superintendent of Police (SP), Avinash Kumar said "We had r
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered a huge cache of explosives and Maoist belongings during a combing operation at Narayanpatna in Koraput District, on May 3, reports The times of India. Koraput Superintendent of Police (SP), Avinash Kumar said "We had reports that the Maoists had dumped explosives and other belongings at Urlikota forest and accordingly an operation was launched". Two empty cases of claymore mines, six quintal ammonium nitrate used for making landmines, live bullets of .303 gun, a computer, a scanner, huge quantity of malaria medicines, three pairs of boots, Maoist literature and posters were recovered. The SP added "We have intensified search operation in and around Urlikota".
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May - 3 
The 3rd anniversary of the ‘martyrdom’ of late Neli Chakho and late Dikho Loshuo would be observed on May 6 at Martyrs’ Park, Mao Gate (Senapati District) at 11 am under the aegis of the United Naga Council (UNC). The UNC alleged that the two student
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The 3rd anniversary of the ‘martyrdom’ of late Neli Chakho and late Dikho Loshuo would be observed on May 6 at Martyrs’ Park, Mao Gate (Senapati District) at 11 am under the aegis of the United Naga Council (UNC). The UNC alleged that the two students were gunned down by the armed Police force of the ‘communal Government’ of Manipur (GoM) on May 6 2010, when the Naga public was carrying out a peaceful protest at Mao town on that fateful day against the GoM’s ban on the home visit of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) leader Thuingaleng Muivah.
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May - 3 
The Delhi High Court on May 3 upheld a trial court order sentencing three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists Noor Mohammad Tantre, Pervaiz Ahmed Mir, and Faroz Ahmed Bhat to life imprisonment under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) for plotting a
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The Delhi High Court on May 3 upheld a trial court order sentencing three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists Noor Mohammad Tantre, Pervaiz Ahmed Mir, and Faroz Ahmed Bhat to life imprisonment under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) for plotting a terror attack in Delhi, while reducing life terms of two other accused Atiq-uz-Zama and Raees-uz-Zama to 11-year jail, reports indiatvnews.com.
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May - 3 
The Sangai Express reports that at least five persons were injured when some unidentified persons attacked a bakery by lobbing an explosive at Chingmeirong Mamang Awang Leikai in Imphal East District on May 3. All the victims belonged to Nagaon in As
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The Sangai Express reports that at least five persons were injured when some unidentified persons attacked a bakery by lobbing an explosive at Chingmeirong Mamang Awang Leikai in Imphal East District on May 3. All the victims belonged to Nagaon in Assam.
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May - 3 
Three suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants and recovered a 7.6 pistol with two live cartridges under Dudhnoi Police Station in Goalpara District, reports The Sentinel. The apprehended GNLA cadres are Krispal Sangma, Bitram G Marak
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Three suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants and recovered a 7.6 pistol with two live cartridges under Dudhnoi Police Station in Goalpara District, reports The Sentinel. The apprehended GNLA cadres are Krispal Sangma, Bitram G Marak and Dharkham Marak. The cadres were arrested when they came to collect the extortion money from a businessman of Daranggiri area.
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May - 3 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested during a joint search operation in a jungle in Maoist-hit Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh, Police said on May 4, reports The Hindu. “They were nabbed from the jungles of Batumpali
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested during a joint search operation in a jungle in Maoist-hit Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh, Police said on May 4, reports The Hindu. “They were nabbed from the jungles of Batumpali village under Basaguda police station area of the district by the joint contingent of CRPF [Central Reserve Police Force] and district force on Friday [May 3] night,” a senior official said. Those arrested were identified as Sodhi Hadma (19) and Madkam Pojja (26), the official said, adding that they were involved in several incidents of attempt to murder in the region. The team was on a combing operation in the region in the evening of May 3.
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May - 3 
Two people accused in the Best Bakery (Gujarat) case of 2002 and also wanted in the 2007 Ajmer Sharif (Rajasthan) blast case were arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the city police in a joint operation near the Vadodra city in th
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Two people accused in the Best Bakery (Gujarat) case of 2002 and also wanted in the 2007 Ajmer Sharif (Rajasthan) blast case were arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the city police in a joint operation near the Vadodra city in the night of May 3, reports The Times of India. With the fresh arrests, four people from the city—all accused in the Best Bakery case—have been arrested for the blast. Jayanti Gohil and his son Ramesh Gohil had been hiding in Kashipur village of Waghodiya taluka (administrative division). The NIA had been on their trail for some time now and cops of the agency had been camping in Vadodara for the past few days.
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May - 3 
A dead body of an unidentified person was found from the bushes in Gabol Goth area.
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A dead body of an unidentified person was found from the bushes in Gabol Goth area.
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May - 3 
A Police constable, identified as Aurangzeb (40), was killed near Bilal Chowrangi of Korangi area.
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A Police constable, identified as Aurangzeb (40), was killed near Bilal Chowrangi of Korangi area.
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May - 3 
A report, 'Press Freedom Report', released by Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) on May 3 said that at least six journalists have been killed in the line of duty in Pakistan during first four months of 2013, Two of them were purposely targeted and murde
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A report, 'Press Freedom Report', released by Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) on May 3 said that at least six journalists have been killed in the line of duty in Pakistan during first four months of 2013, Two of them were purposely targeted and murdered because of their work while remaining four were killed in suicide blasts, reports Daily Times. The report said that 54 journalists were killed in the country during the period of Jan 2002 to Apr 2013. 35 of them were murdered deliberately because of their work, disclosed the Press Freedom. Of the 54 journalists killed in the line of duty during these 12 years, 15 were from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), 10 from Federally Administrated Tribal Agencies (FATA), 16 from Balochistan, 8 from Sindh, 3 from Punjab and 2 from the federal capital, said the report. Of the 35 journalists murdered since the year 2002 because of their work, 10 were from KP, 10 from Balochistan, five from FATA, six from Sindh, three from Punjab and one from Islamabad. Twenty of them were shot; six targeted in suicide attacks, one killed in a bomb blast, while eight abducted before murder, stated the report. Balochistan remained the most dangerous province for journalists in 2013, where four journalists were killed in the line of duty. Many journalists received direct life threats sometimes by security agencies and militants. Cable operators were also forced to shut down channels in 14 Districts of Balochistan after receiving threats from banned groups.
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May - 3 
A senior prosecutor handling the 26/11 Mumbai attack case and Benazir Bhutto assassination case was shot and killed by unidentified assailants in the busy commercial area of Karachi Company in Islamabad, the federal capital nation, on May 3 (Today),
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A senior prosecutor handling the 26/11 Mumbai attack case and Benazir Bhutto assassination case was shot and killed by unidentified assailants in the busy commercial area of Karachi Company in Islamabad, the federal capital nation, on May 3 (Today), reports Times of India. Assailants riding a motorcycle fired at the car of Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) prosecutor Chaudhry Zulfizar Ali in the busy commercial area of Karachi Company at 7.30am. Ali, who was driving, was hit by several bullets and lost control of the car. The vehicle hit a woman crossing the road and she too died later in hospital. His bodyguard, Frontier Corps trooper Farman Ali, was injured in the attack. The assailants managed to escape after the shooting. Ali was heading for an anti-terrorism court in Rawalpindi for a hearing of the Bhutto assassination case when he was attacked.
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May - 3 
A Sunni Tehreek (ST) leader, Khurram Qadri, was shot dead by unidentified assailants near Food Street of Tibi City of Sialkot District, on May 3, reports Daily Times.
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A Sunni Tehreek (ST) leader, Khurram Qadri, was shot dead by unidentified assailants near Food Street of Tibi City of Sialkot District, on May 3, reports Daily Times.
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May - 3 
An activist of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), identified as Rizwan Adil alias Hashoo, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Paposh Nagar.
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An activist of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), identified as Rizwan Adil alias Hashoo, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Paposh Nagar.
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May - 3 
An ANP candidate, Sadiq Zaman Khattak, was shot dead along with his four-year-old son by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in Bilal Colony of Korangi area, reports Daily Times. The ‘spokesperson’ of the TTP Ehsanullah Ehsan claimed the respo
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An ANP candidate, Sadiq Zaman Khattak, was shot dead along with his four-year-old son by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in Bilal Colony of Korangi area, reports Daily Times. The ‘spokesperson’ of the TTP Ehsanullah Ehsan claimed the responsibility of killing the ANP candidate.
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May - 3 
At least six persons, including an Awami National Party (ANP) candidate, was killed in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 3, reports The News. A lawyer, Shakeel Ahmed Jan Bangash, was killed and his father Ali Ahmed J
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At least six persons, including an Awami National Party (ANP) candidate, was killed in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 3, reports The News. A lawyer, Shakeel Ahmed Jan Bangash, was killed and his father Ali Ahmed Jan was injured by unidentified assailants in a targeted attack at ICI Bridge of Baghdadi area.
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May - 3 
Four militants and one security official were killed during a clash when militants tried to ambush a security checkpost in Ladha area of South Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 3, reports Daily Times.
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Four militants and one security official were killed during a clash when militants tried to ambush a security checkpost in Ladha area of South Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 3, reports Daily Times.
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May - 3 
Peshawar-bound Quetta Express train escaped a rocket attack by unidentified assailants in Mach Railway Station of same District, on May 3, reports Daily Times. However, the rockets landed in an open area causing no loss.
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Peshawar-bound Quetta Express train escaped a rocket attack by unidentified assailants in Mach Railway Station of same District, on May 3, reports Daily Times. However, the rockets landed in an open area causing no loss.
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May - 3 
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Engineer Shaukatullah on May 3 approved the long-awaited compensation policy for the terrorism-affected people of Federally Administrated Tribal Agencies (FATA), reports Daily Times. Apart from the introduction of fina
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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Engineer Shaukatullah on May 3 approved the long-awaited compensation policy for the terrorism-affected people of Federally Administrated Tribal Agencies (FATA), reports Daily Times. Apart from the introduction of financial assistance criteria for the heirs of martyrs, the policy has also determined the compensation amount to help those whose vehicles, houses, shops, plaza, petrol pumps and CNG stations have been destroyed and animals killed. The Police have clearly defined the process for submission of claims and disbursement of the compensation. It merits a mention here that the policy is the first document of its nature in respect of FATA and to materialise it speedily, special efforts are already underway. According to the details, all Government employees in FATA will get equal treatment and incentives which are already being granted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to compensate the real heirs of those who embrace martyrdom, a communiqué said. Apart from this, in FATA Rs 6,000 will be paid for each sheep and goat killed in both natural calamities and terrorism-related incidents, while Rs 20,000 will be provided for each cow, buffalo, horse, donkey and camel lost. However, the compensation amount in respect of shops, markets, commercial plazas has been bifurcated into two categories, according to which Rs 50,000 have been fixed for kacha shops, while Rs 100,000 will be provided to the affected people for each room of cemented markets.
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May - 3 
Two suspected terrorists, picked up by intelligence agencies from Butkhela area of Malakand District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) in 2009 and 2010, were produced before the Supreme Court on May 3, reports Dawn. A three-member bench headed by Chief Just
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Two suspected terrorists, picked up by intelligence agencies from Butkhela area of Malakand District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) in 2009 and 2010, were produced before the Supreme Court on May 3, reports Dawn. A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry had ordered the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Government on May 2, to produce the two before the court. Mohammad Ibrahim was picked up on Eid day on Sept 11, 2010 and Hidayat Shah on Dec 23, 2009. According to the prosecution, both the suspects belong to Butkhela in the Provincially Administered Tribal Areas (PATA).
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May - 3 
The alliance of 33 political parties led by Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) staged protest on May 3 in front of the Election Commission (EC) against the ongoing election process including the registration of parties,
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The alliance of 33 political parties led by Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) staged protest on May 3 in front of the Election Commission (EC) against the ongoing election process including the registration of parties, reports Nepalnews.com. Cadres of the agitating parties gathered in front of the EC office at Kantipath in Kathmandu City and staged sit-in from 9 am to 11 am. They also blocked vehicular movement in and around Kantipath during the protest.
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May - 3 
Top leaders of two key political parties — the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) and the Nepali Congress (NC) — on May 3 decided to hold meaningful talks with the agitating political parties and make recommendations to the Government r
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Top leaders of two key political parties — the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) and the Nepali Congress (NC) — on May 3 decided to hold meaningful talks with the agitating political parties and make recommendations to the Government regarding the issues related to the fresh Constituent Assembly (CA) polls in a week, reports The Himalayan Times. UCPN-M Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda and NC President Sushil Koirala met at the latter’s residence in Kathmandu. NC leader Krishna Prasad Sitaula, who was present during the meeting, said, “We will hold talks with the agitating parties, including CPN-Maoist-Baidya, Madhesi Janaadhikar Forum-Nepal, Sanghiya Samajbadi Party and other fringe parties. We will also intensify inter-party meetings from tomorrow to discuss poll related issues.”
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May - 3 
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addressing a press conference at her official residence in Dhaka city on May 3 clarified the Government’s position on the 13-point demand of the Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI), reports The Daily Star. Hasina said, “We’ve already g
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Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addressing a press conference at her official residence in Dhaka city on May 3 clarified the Government’s position on the 13-point demand of the Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI), reports The Daily Star. Hasina said, “We’ve already gone through HeI demands. Many of these have already been implemented while some are in the process. The HeI’s first demand is a reinstatement of the phrase “Absolute trust and faith in the Almighty Allah” in the constitution as one of the fundamental principles of state policy. Responding to this, Hasina noted the constitution begins with Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim [In the Name of Allah, the Compassionate, and the Merciful]. “This is a verse of the Holy Quran. No other sentence could be more appropriate,” she said, adding it demonstrates faith in Allah. The PM also mentioned that Islam is now the state religion. Meanwhile, HeI Nayeb-e-Amir (Vice-President) Nur Hossain Kasemi at a briefing at HeI’s office at Dhaka city on May 3, said their cadres (Tauhidi Janata) will be deployed at six entry points of the city on May 5 to lay siege to Dhaka peacefully, reports New Age. Kasemi said that their men would gather at Gabtali, Baliarpur of Aminbazar, Demra, Buriganga Bridge at Postagola and on road stretches between Abdullahpur and Tongi Bridge and Kanchpur Bridge and Jatrabari. He, however, said that they were yet to decide the main venue of their rally in the capital and added that the decision would be made when HeI Amir Ahmad Shafi would reach Dhaka. Kasemi urged the owners and workers of all kinds of transports to keep the vehicles off the road on May.
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May - 3 
Separately, Police arrested a local JeI leader on charge of vandalising and torching Mokamtola Police outpost in Khamarpara village of Bogra District on May 3. The arrestee is identified as Saiful Islam (45).
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Separately, Police arrested a local JeI leader on charge of vandalising and torching Mokamtola Police outpost in Khamarpara village of Bogra District on May 3. The arrestee is identified as Saiful Islam (45).
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May - 4 
The Sangai Express reports that two cadres of Kesho-Meitei faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-Kesho Meitei) have been arrested by Imphal West commandos from near Little Master English School Samurou at about 5.30 pm of May 4. A press release
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The Sangai Express reports that two cadres of Kesho-Meitei faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-Kesho Meitei) have been arrested by Imphal West commandos from near Little Master English School Samurou at about 5.30 pm of May 4. A press release issued by Imphal West SPJayanta identified the arrested cadres as Phijam Amuba alias Amu (58) and Moirangthem Khoirom Manju (33).
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May - 4 
A cadre of United Nation Liberation Front (UNLF) Army No 886 (Batch No 13) identified as ‘Sergeant major’ Salam Kunjabihari alias Tharoiba, surrendered to the Security Forces with one .22mm Rifle with Magazine” on May 4. The individual revealed that
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A cadre of United Nation Liberation Front (UNLF) Army No 886 (Batch No 13) identified as ‘Sergeant major’ Salam Kunjabihari alias Tharoiba, surrendered to the Security Forces with one .22mm Rifle with Magazine” on May 4. The individual revealed that he joined UNLF outfit in 2000 and was actively involved in money collection for the banned outfit from Kumbi area of Bishnupur District.
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May - 4 
Additional Superintendent of Police of Mamit District, Sang Zoala, visited the refugee camps on May 4, held discussions with Mizoram Displaced Bru Peoples Forum (MDBPF) president Saibuanga on beginning the process of repatriation from the last week o
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Additional Superintendent of Police of Mamit District, Sang Zoala, visited the refugee camps on May 4, held discussions with Mizoram Displaced Bru Peoples Forum (MDBPF) president Saibuanga on beginning the process of repatriation from the last week of this month adds The Telegraph.
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May - 4 
Biswamohan faction of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-BM) looks set to intensify abduction and extortion bid to tide over its financial ‘crisis’, reports The Shillong Times on May 5.According to highly places sources, NLFT-BM leaders had
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Biswamohan faction of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-BM) looks set to intensify abduction and extortion bid to tide over its financial ‘crisis’, reports The Shillong Times on May 5.According to highly places sources, NLFT-BM leaders had a meeting at an undisclosed location in Bangladesh and finalised the future plan for revival of the outfit. In the meeting, rebel leaders had expressed serious concern over the severe financial crunch over the past one year with plans to resort kidnapping in remote areas to receive huge ransom. Further, NLFT-BM would also engage in drug smuggling and arms business to earn money in order to revive the outlawed organization. Sources said, the NLFT-BM, which has around 150 cadres has been failing to pay salary to its cadres for the past one year leading to unrest among lower cadres. In spite of adverse situation, the outlawed group has been able to recruit 15-20 cadres and they are getting arms training. NLFT ‘chairman’ Biswamohan Debbarma has left Bangladesh following the arrest of All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) ‘president’ Ranjit Debbarma by Bangladeshi agencies. There are indications Biswamohan is now staying in Myanmar states the report.
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May - 4 
Bomb experts of 27 Assam Rifles safely disposed off an improvised explosive device (IED) weighing about 2 kilograms planted on the road stretch between Kakching Lamkhai and Khunou Tabi Ching along the Imphal-Moreh road under Thoubal District at aroun
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Bomb experts of 27 Assam Rifles safely disposed off an improvised explosive device (IED) weighing about 2 kilograms planted on the road stretch between Kakching Lamkhai and Khunou Tabi Ching along the Imphal-Moreh road under Thoubal District at around 7.55 am on May 4.
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May - 4 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have killed a village panchayat (village level local self-government institution) member in Mathili area of Malkangiri District, on May 4, reports Zee News. However, they released two others who wer
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have killed a village panchayat (village level local self-government institution) member in Mathili area of Malkangiri District, on May 4, reports Zee News. However, they released two others who were abducted along with the panchayat member. The body of Budha Dharua, naib sarpanch (deputy head of village level local self-government institution) of Mahupadar village, was found on a forest road with his throat slit. The Maoists had abducted Dharua and two others from Mahupadar village on May 1 night. While Dharua was believed to have been killed last night on the suspicion of being a Police informer, the other two -- Buduram Nayak and Mansai Karla - were released by them.
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May - 4 
Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organization (ENPO) has resolved to oppose the inclusion/recognition of Mao and Rongmei tribes in Nagaland. In a statement, ENPO president Pongom Khiam said the decision was taken during the ENPO executive committee meeting
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Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organization (ENPO) has resolved to oppose the inclusion/recognition of Mao and Rongmei tribes in Nagaland. In a statement, ENPO president Pongom Khiam said the decision was taken during the ENPO executive committee meeting held on May 4. Also, reacting to Naga Hoho, the apex body of the Nagas’ statement opposing the formation of Nagaland Tribal Council (NTC), ENPO also clarified that it had “never endorsed” the Naga Hoho nor it took a decision on the matter.
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May - 4 
Eight organisations have called a 12-hour Goalpara District bandh (strike) on May 4 (today) to protest against the killing of two persons at Moilaputa near Goalpara town on April 29 and the subsequent police inaction. The bandh has been jointly calle
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Eight organisations have called a 12-hour Goalpara District bandh (strike) on May 4 (today) to protest against the killing of two persons at Moilaputa near Goalpara town on April 29 and the subsequent police inaction. The bandh has been jointly called by the Goalpara District Students’ Union, Hajong Students’ Union, Sutradhar Students’ Union, Bodo Students’ Union, Bengali Youth Students’ Federation, Koch Rajbongshi Sudents’ Union, Nath Jogi Yuva Sanmiloni and the Goalpara Rabha Students’ Union to demand immediate arrest of the culprits.
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May - 4 
For the outfit's Myanmar-based leadership had asked for only female recruits, reports Times of India on May 5. "There are intercepts about the group's top leader issuing instructions to its point man, Udla, who is currently located in Kohima, to sen
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For the outfit's Myanmar-based leadership had asked for only female recruits, reports Times of India on May 5. "There are intercepts about the group's top leader issuing instructions to its point man, Udla, who is currently located in Kohima, to send in female recruits as the number of male recruits undergoing training in Myanmar is disproportionately higher. Probably, these 15 boys were the last batch of males being sent to the neighbouring country before the female recruits are sent," a source associated with counter-insurgency operations said.
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May - 4 
Nagaland Post reports on May 9 that consequent upon the expiry of 48-hours deadline extension to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) to hand over the April 19 culprits, Eastern Nagaland People’s Organization (ENPO) have d
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Nagaland Post reports on May 9 that consequent upon the expiry of 48-hours deadline extension to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) to hand over the April 19 culprits, Eastern Nagaland People’s Organization (ENPO) have declared “Non-cooperation” to the NSCN-IM with immediate effect. This declaration, ENPO said comes as per the decision of the central executive, federating organizations and frontal organizations meeting held on May 4, 2013 in Kohima. The ‘non-cooperation’ call was in connection with the assault on former ENSF Speaker by some NSCN-IM cadres.
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May - 4 
Security Forces (SFs) on May 4 recovered arms and ammunition from a forest hideout of militants in Rafiabad area of Baramulla District, reports Daily Excelsior. The recoveries made from the hideout included an AK-56 rifle, 120 rounds of ammunition, o
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 4 recovered arms and ammunition from a forest hideout of militants in Rafiabad area of Baramulla District, reports Daily Excelsior. The recoveries made from the hideout included an AK-56 rifle, 120 rounds of ammunition, one grenade, five wireless sets and a pistol.
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May - 4 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered two powerful Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) from an abandoned house at Bhetagaon village in Chirang District on May 4, reports Times of India.
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered two powerful Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) from an abandoned house at Bhetagaon village in Chirang District on May 4, reports Times of India.
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May - 4 
The Bangalore Police have claimed that two persons, arrested and remanded for alleged involvement in two incidents in Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), were involved in the April 17, 2013, Bangalore (Karnataka) blast, reports The Times of India. The two men,
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The Bangalore Police have claimed that two persons, arrested and remanded for alleged involvement in two incidents in Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), were involved in the April 17, 2013, Bangalore (Karnataka) blast, reports The Times of India. The two men, one of them M Asgar Ali was arrested on May 2, and second arrested on May 3, Valayal Hakkim are presently lodged at Salem Central Prison and a Police team from Bangalore, which arrived in Coimbatore on May 3, is expected to take them to Karnataka for further interrogation on May 4 (today). "The Bangalore Police interrogated them based on a tip-off they had received. We had arrested them in connection with local incidents," said A. K. Viswanathan, Coimbatore Police Commissioner.
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May - 4 
A bullet-riddled body was recovered in a deserted area of Spain Karez, in the outskirts of Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, on May 4, reports Daily Times. The victim could not be identified.
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A bullet-riddled body was recovered in a deserted area of Spain Karez, in the outskirts of Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, on May 4, reports Daily Times. The victim could not be identified.
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May - 4 
A landmine blast was reported in Baizrot area of Orakzai Agency, but no loss of life was reported.
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A landmine blast was reported in Baizrot area of Orakzai Agency, but no loss of life was reported.
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May - 4 
A local tribal leader Haider Khan was shot dead after unidentified militants barged into his house in the Sanober area of Bara tehsil of Khyber Agency.
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A local tribal leader Haider Khan was shot dead after unidentified militants barged into his house in the Sanober area of Bara tehsil of Khyber Agency.
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May - 4 
At least eight militants were killed and three hideouts destroyed in Security Forces’ action against militants in Upper tehsil (revenue unit), including Qismat Sanga and Sheen Qamar, of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on
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At least eight militants were killed and three hideouts destroyed in Security Forces’ action against militants in Upper tehsil (revenue unit), including Qismat Sanga and Sheen Qamar, of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 4, reports Daily Times.
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May - 4 
At least three persons were killed and 35 others, including Rangers personnel and children, were injured when two consecutive blasts jolted a Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) office near the MQM head office Nine Zero in Karachi (Karachi District), the
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At least three persons were killed and 35 others, including Rangers personnel and children, were injured when two consecutive blasts jolted a Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) office near the MQM head office Nine Zero in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, in the evening of May 4, reports Daily Times. According to details, the first bomb exploded at around 8:50pm near the MQM Unit-153 office in Azizabad Block-8. MQM workers were present at party office at the time of blast, which injured several people. Following the first blast, MQM’s supporters, rescue workers and law enforcers rushed to the crime scene and were busy shifting the injured to the hospital when, at around 9:10pm, the second and more intensive blast occurred. The second blast turned out to be more lethal in terms of casualties, as many party workers, children, journalists, rescue workers, and personnel of law enforcement agencies were injured in the follow-up blast. The victims were shifted to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, Sindh Government Hospital and other private hospitals for treatment. Doctors said that three of the injured were death, while more than 30 injured were admitted for treatment. The condition of 15 of the victims was critical, Doctors added. Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘spokesman’ Ehsanullah Ehsan has reportedly claimed responsibility for the blasts.
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May - 4 
Four persons were killed when the convoy of Sardar Sarfaraz Khan Domki and Mir Dostain Khan Domki, grandsons of late Nawab Bugti, contesting elections for national and provincial assembly seats, comes under bomb attack in Tali area of Sibi District o
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Four persons were killed when the convoy of Sardar Sarfaraz Khan Domki and Mir Dostain Khan Domki, grandsons of late Nawab Bugti, contesting elections for national and provincial assembly seats, comes under bomb attack in Tali area of Sibi District on May 4, reports Dawn. The candidates remained safe but their two security guards were killed. Two attackers were also killed in an exchange of fire soon after the blast. Sources said that Sardar Sarfaraz, a candidate for PB-21 Sibi seat, and his cousin Mir Dostain contesting for the NA-265 seat were going to their native town Lehri after completing their election campaign when the bomb exploded near their convoy, leaving two security guards dead. Three vehicles in the convoy were damaged.
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May - 4 
Unidentified militants planted explosives under the 18-inch diameter gas pipeline in Pat Feeder area of Jaffarabad District that damaged a large portion of the pipeline. Gas supply to different areas was suspended following the incident. No group has
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Unidentified militants planted explosives under the 18-inch diameter gas pipeline in Pat Feeder area of Jaffarabad District that damaged a large portion of the pipeline. Gas supply to different areas was suspended following the incident. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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May - 5 
A Peoples Liberation Army/Revolutionary Peoples Front (PLA/RPF) cadre identified as Oinam Samananda Singh alias Kauba (30) was arrested by Thoubal District Police on May 5 while conducting frisking and checking at Wangoo Lamkhai, Thoubal Police state
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A Peoples Liberation Army/Revolutionary Peoples Front (PLA/RPF) cadre identified as Oinam Samananda Singh alias Kauba (30) was arrested by Thoubal District Police on May 5 while conducting frisking and checking at Wangoo Lamkhai, Thoubal Police statement said.
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May - 5 
A press release of the Zomi Re-unification Front (ZRF) has clarified that the ZRF is no longer under the fold of the Kuki National Organisation (KNO) since long, according to a report of May 5. It said, the ZRF is one of the constituent members of th
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A press release of the Zomi Re-unification Front (ZRF) has clarified that the ZRF is no longer under the fold of the Kuki National Organisation (KNO) since long, according to a report of May 5. It said, the ZRF is one of the constituent members of the United Peoples’ Front (UPF) ever since it left KNO and that the outfit is also one of the signatories of the Suspension of Operation (SoO) with the Government.
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May - 5 
A welding unit of Maoists used to manufacture Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) was unearthed by Security Forces (SFs) in Narayanpatna block of Koraput District on May 5, reports The Hindu. It was traced near Jakapani under the Narayanpatna Police S
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A welding unit of Maoists used to manufacture Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) was unearthed by Security Forces (SFs) in Narayanpatna block of Koraput District on May 5, reports The Hindu. It was traced near Jakapani under the Narayanpatna Police Station limits during a joint operation by the Border Security Force (BSF) and Koraput District Police. Since past few months, SFs were searching for such units as there was much evidence that Maoists in Narayanpatna area were involved in manufacturing IEDs, including claymore mines, through use of welding and lathe machines. The items seized from the unit included gas-welding machine as well as gas cylinders used for welding. Investigation was initiated to identify the network through which the Maoists were getting their supply of gases and other goods needed for metal cutting and welding inside the dense jungle, Police source said. On March 13, equipment and goods used to manufacture claymore mines by Maoists were seized by security forces from Narikhilua jungle in Narayanpatna block.
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May - 5 
Baramulla Police arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, Muzaffar Ahmad Lone, son of Abdul Rahim, resident of Raipora in Palhallan. “Muzaffar is involved in case FIR No. 207/2012, under Section 302 RPC, 7/25 I.A Act of police station Pattan for th
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Baramulla Police arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, Muzaffar Ahmad Lone, son of Abdul Rahim, resident of Raipora in Palhallan. “Muzaffar is involved in case FIR No. 207/2012, under Section 302 RPC, 7/25 I.A Act of police station Pattan for the killing of Sarpanch of village Palhallan. He is a close associate of Hilal Molvi of LeT militant in Kongamdara Magam area,” said a Police spokesman. One pistol, one pistol magazine and three pistol rounds were recovered from his possession.
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May - 5 
Eastern Naga Student’s Federation (ENSF) on May 5 gave a 48-hours extension to the deadline to NSCN-IM for producing its cadres, involved in the April 19 assault of a former ENSF speaker by the outfit, before law enforcing agency. In a joint statemen
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Eastern Naga Student’s Federation (ENSF) on May 5 gave a 48-hours extension to the deadline to NSCN-IM for producing its cadres, involved in the April 19 assault of a former ENSF speaker by the outfit, before law enforcing agency. In a joint statement signed by Eastern Naga People’s Organisation (ENPO) ‘president’ P.Pongom, ENSF ‘president’ Likhumse Sangtam, Eastern Naga Women Organisation (ENWO) ‘president’ Menlei said the three organizations along with six tribal hohos and ENSF federating units had in a meeting held on May 4 resolved that NSCN-IM ‘CFMG additional secretary’ Joseph Lotha and his accomplices must be produced before the law enforcing agency in connection with the assault on former ENSF ‘speaker’ Throngso Yimchunger and for using “abusive words” against Eastern Naga leaders and frontal organizations.
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May - 5 
Imphal West District Police commandos, in two separate incidents arrested two cadres of Kangleipak Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) from Paona Bazar near Pratap Talkies and Ahallup Kontha Makha Leikai respectively on May 5. A statement issued by Imphal West Po
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Imphal West District Police commandos, in two separate incidents arrested two cadres of Kangleipak Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) from Paona Bazar near Pratap Talkies and Ahallup Kontha Makha Leikai respectively on May 5. A statement issued by Imphal West Police identified the KYKL duo as Mayanglambam Mahesh alias Kiran alias Athouba Singh (25) and Kongjengbam Ibohal Singh (29). One M-20 pistol along with magazine with one live round was seized from the possession of M Mahesh alias Kiran alias Athouba Singh, it added.
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May - 5 
Kanglaonline reports that a powerful blast reportedly of an Improvised explosive device (IED) took place near the Main Gate of the Regional Institute of Medical sciences (RIMS) complex next to the Parking Shed located outside the complex. The inciden
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Kanglaonline reports that a powerful blast reportedly of an Improvised explosive device (IED) took place near the Main Gate of the Regional Institute of Medical sciences (RIMS) complex next to the Parking Shed located outside the complex. The incident took place on May 5 at around 00.30 am leaving some portion of the retaining wall and the windows and doors of an electric power house of RIMS located next to the wall damaged. However, there are no reports of any casualty in the blast.
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May - 5 
On May 5, SFs recovered arms and ammunition from Sopore township of Baramulla, after receiving a tip off, Police said. The recoveries made included an AK 56 rifle, two AK 56 magazines, 120 rounds of AK 47 ammunition, one 9-mm pistol, one 9-mm pistol
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On May 5, SFs recovered arms and ammunition from Sopore township of Baramulla, after receiving a tip off, Police said. The recoveries made included an AK 56 rifle, two AK 56 magazines, 120 rounds of AK 47 ammunition, one 9-mm pistol, one 9-mm pistol magazines, one hand grenade and five hand held radio sets.
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May - 5 
SFs cordoned off Maloora village in the outskirts of Srinagar (Srinagar District) following inputs about the movement of two suspected militants in the area. SFs conducted searches of several houses. However, no one was arrested.
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SFs cordoned off Maloora village in the outskirts of Srinagar (Srinagar District) following inputs about the movement of two suspected militants in the area. SFs conducted searches of several houses. However, no one was arrested.
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May - 5 
SFs on May 5 arrested a National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) linkman, Dibakar Deka, from National Highway (NH) 31 under Rangiya Police Station in Kamrup (rural) District, reports The Sentinel. SFs recovered a 7.62 revolver, four rounds of liv
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SFs on May 5 arrested a National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) linkman, Dibakar Deka, from National Highway (NH) 31 under Rangiya Police Station in Kamrup (rural) District, reports The Sentinel. SFs recovered a 7.62 revolver, four rounds of live cartridges, a mobile set and some SIM cards from his possession.
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May - 5 
Shahid Nagori arrested on May 5 and accused in Ahmedabad (Gujarat) blast of July 26, 2008 told Police that he had attended several terrorist training camps and had recruited many naive youths into the Indian Mujahideen (IM) khaleejtimes.com reports o
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Shahid Nagori arrested on May 5 and accused in Ahmedabad (Gujarat) blast of July 26, 2008 told Police that he had attended several terrorist training camps and had recruited many naive youths into the Indian Mujahideen (IM) khaleejtimes.com reports on May 7. Nagori told his interrogators that he had received training in the Vagamon (Idukki District) terror-training camp in Kerala and he was involved in conspiring the blasts with the Madhya Pradesh module of IM terrorists now lodged in jail.
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May - 5 
The All BTC Bengali Youth Students’ Federation (ABBYSF) met State Home Secretary, Gyanandra Tripathi and submitted a memorandum, describing him of the problems faced by Hindu Bengalis living in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), reports
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The All BTC Bengali Youth Students’ Federation (ABBYSF) met State Home Secretary, Gyanandra Tripathi and submitted a memorandum, describing him of the problems faced by Hindu Bengalis living in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), reports The Telegraph. In the memorandum, ABBYSF expressed concern over rise in extortion, abduction and killing of Hindu Bengalis in the BTAD by militant groups, including Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO), an Adivasi militant outfit. Each and every Hindu Bengali in the Bodo belt is compelled to pay around seven militant groups, failing which they are threatened with dire consequences, the memorandum says. “The memorandum says the militant groups carry arms in broad daylight under the very nose of police. There are also allegations that a percentage of extortion amount goes to the police,” federation president Mantu Dey said
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May - 5 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres’ bid to blow up a Police patrolling party in Chatra District was foiled on May 5 with security personnel recovering five powerful Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) planted beneath a road, repo
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres’ bid to blow up a Police patrolling party in Chatra District was foiled on May 5 with security personnel recovering five powerful Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) planted beneath a road, reports The Times of India. The explosives were planted apparently to take revenge of the killing of 10 Maoist cadres on March 27, 2013 in the same District. The IEDs, each containing 10 kilogram explosives, were recovered from underneath a pitch road at Lenjua village in Hunterganj Police Station at 9am.
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May - 5 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has formed a women wing called Biplabi Mahila Sangathan (Revolutionary Women’s Organisation) in Malkangiri District of Odisha in its endeavour to woo the local people and particularly women, reports Th
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has formed a women wing called Biplabi Mahila Sangathan (Revolutionary Women’s Organisation) in Malkangiri District of Odisha in its endeavour to woo the local people and particularly women, reports The Pioneer on May 6. Around 5,000 Maoist supporters from 20 villages came in a huge procession from Badariguda jungle to Khejangiwada in the District. The women, holding placards, danced to the tune of folk songs and shouted slogans against Government apathy.
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May - 5 
The Shillong Times reports that a trader from Chokpot bazaar in South Garo Hills was shot dead by suspected Gar National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants during a botched kidnapping attempt on in the morning of May 5. The incident occurred approximat
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The Shillong Times reports that a trader from Chokpot bazaar in South Garo Hills was shot dead by suspected Gar National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants during a botched kidnapping attempt on in the morning of May 5. The incident occurred approximately a hundred yards from Chokpot police station.
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May - 5 
The state anti-terrorism squad (ATS) also issued a terror alert, saying the Indian Mujahideen (IM) could target several places to avenge the conviction of and death penalty for its operative, Himayat Mirza Baig, in the German Bakery bomb blast case.
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The state anti-terrorism squad (ATS) also issued a terror alert, saying the Indian Mujahideen (IM) could target several places to avenge the conviction of and death penalty for its operative, Himayat Mirza Baig, in the German Bakery bomb blast case. Amitesh Kumar, deputy inspector general of police, ATS, in a two-page alert stated, "In view of the death penalty to Himayat Baig in the German Bakery bomb blast case and the recent blast in Bangalore, retaliation cannot be ruled out. IM can possibly launch a fresh terror strike." Kumar said of the likely targets that need special attention are the ones that have already been reconnoitered by terrorists, as revealed during interrogation of the Centrl Intelliignce Agency (CIA) spy-turned-Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) loyalist, David Headley. The places mentioned in the hit list of terrorists include the Nashik police academy, Deolali army cantonment, the Osho ashram, ABC Farm, Hard Rock Cafe, Oakwood Hotel, Koregaon Park Plaza, J M Road, North Main Road in Pune, Gold Adlabs, Hinjewadi, and the RSS headquarters in Nagpur.
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May - 5 
The Union Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs headed by the Prime Minister is examining the final peace settlement with the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) and the Breakaway faction of ANVC (ANVC-B). A State Home department official said t
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The Union Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs headed by the Prime Minister is examining the final peace settlement with the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) and the Breakaway faction of ANVC (ANVC-B). A State Home department official said that after the clearance from the Political Affairs Committee, the matter will be brought to the Union Cabinet for consideration. “We hope to get a favorable outcome from the Centre within a month,” the official added. The draft documents related to the peace pact were earlier circulated to relevant Central ministries including the Home Affairs to get their comments. However, there was undue delay in reaching a final settlement coupled with a faction of ANVC-B led by Singbirth Marak alias Norrok X Momin forming the United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA). Asked about any hurdle due to the presence of various factions of the ANVC, the official said that the final peace settlement will be with all the factions of the ANVC and added that the Government hopes that all the groups under ANVC will come under the settlement. It was in January in Shillong, ahead of the Assembly elections in the State, that the Government had signed a draft peace pact with both the ANVC and the ANVC-B. The outcome of the meet was that the Government and the ANVC mutually agreed to strengthen and expand the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) after the militant outfit had scaled down from their earlier demands of formation of a separate Garo state and also constitution of Garoland Autonomous Council (GAC) in line with Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC).
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May - 5 
The Western Naval command headquarters has alerted the Mumbai city Police about the threat of a bomb attack on the US consulate in Mumbai on July 21, 2013, The Times of India reported on May 6. The intelligence was shared with reference to an anonymo
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The Western Naval command headquarters has alerted the Mumbai city Police about the threat of a bomb attack on the US consulate in Mumbai on July 21, 2013, The Times of India reported on May 6. The intelligence was shared with reference to an anonymous letter received by the consulate-general and American Centre in Kolkata, threatening to attack both places. A copy of the single-page letter was passed on by Sanjay Kumar, command intelligence officer, western naval command. The letter has 'Al-Jihad' written on top, much like a logo or the name of an organization. It said US consulate officials are the targets and told the Americans to vacate the consulates. It also said, "We shall carry out blasts in public places and railway stations of Hyderabad, Bangalore and Mumbai in July this year."
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May - 5 
A bomb planted to target a candidate of the Awami National Party (ANP) for PK-8 was defused in Khidrakhel village in the jurisdiction of Khazana Police Station in Peshawar (Peshawar District), the provincial capital of KP, reports The News. Assistant
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A bomb planted to target a candidate of the Awami National Party (ANP) for PK-8 was defused in Khidrakhel village in the jurisdiction of Khazana Police Station in Peshawar (Peshawar District), the provincial capital of KP, reports The News. Assistant Inspector General of the bomb disposal unit (BDU) Shafqat Malik said that around four kilograms of explosives had been planted in fields outside the house of Farzand Khan, the ANP candidate for PK-8.
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May - 5 
A boy’s high school was blown up in the Killi Sahibzada area of Nushki District. The building was partially damaged and no casualties were reported.
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A boy’s high school was blown up in the Killi Sahibzada area of Nushki District. The building was partially damaged and no casualties were reported.
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May - 5 
As many as nine persons were injured as the offices of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and National Party were attacked in different parts of Balochistan. Local Police sources said unidentified men attacked the office of PML-N candidate from NA
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As many as nine persons were injured as the offices of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and National Party were attacked in different parts of Balochistan. Local Police sources said unidentified men attacked the office of PML-N candidate from NA 271 Kharan cum Panjgur General (retd) Abdul Qadir Baloch with a hand grenade in Kharan town. The explosion left five PML-N workers present in the office injured besides damaging the electoral office. Further, militants lobbed a hand grenade at the electoral office of a National Party candidate in Mach town of Bolan district leaving three party workers injured.
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May - 5 
At least two activists of Pakistan Tehrik-i-Insaf (PTI) and as many Police constables were injured when an improvised explosive device planted on a roadside went off when a PTI procession was passing from there to attend a public meeting in Gharibaba
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At least two activists of Pakistan Tehrik-i-Insaf (PTI) and as many Police constables were injured when an improvised explosive device planted on a roadside went off when a PTI procession was passing from there to attend a public meeting in Gharibabad area of Takhbai tehsil (revenue unit) in Mardan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on May 5, reports Dawn.
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May - 5 
Police arrested at least 30 suspects during a targeted search operation and recovered arms from their possession in Kali Gio area under Sariab Police Station in Quetta. Police claimed to have recovered illegal arms and explosives from the possession
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Police arrested at least 30 suspects during a targeted search operation and recovered arms from their possession in Kali Gio area under Sariab Police Station in Quetta. Police claimed to have recovered illegal arms and explosives from the possession of the arrested suspects. Police sources said most of the suspects belong to a defunct organisation.
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May - 5 
The main entrance to the house and adjacent hujra of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for NA-40 NWA were damaged in a blast caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) in Mir Ali. Family members of the PTI candidate Engineer Abdul Qayyum Khan said t
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The main entrance to the house and adjacent hujra of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for NA-40 NWA were damaged in a blast caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) in Mir Ali. Family members of the PTI candidate Engineer Abdul Qayyum Khan said that unidentified persons had planed an IED near the main entrance to his house and hujra (guesthouse) at Haiderkhel village in Mir Ali subdivision. The IED went off in the evening and damaged the main gate of the house of the PTI candidate and his neighbour. The blast, however, did not cause any human loss to the PTI candidate or his neighbours.
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May - 5 
The Security Forces (SFs) on May 5 destroyed two militant hideouts and killed 16 militants after heavy overnight fighting at a flashpoint near the Afghan border in the Tirah Valley in the Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) in
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The Security Forces (SFs) on May 5 destroyed two militant hideouts and killed 16 militants after heavy overnight fighting at a flashpoint near the Afghan border in the Tirah Valley in the Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) in which two soldiers also died, reports Daily Times. The fighting took place in the wake of a fresh military push in the Tirah Valley where the military has been targeting Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants. “In a successful operation security forces last night captured Kismat Sur and Sanghar, two strong hideouts of militants in Tirah Valley,” the military said in a statement. “Sixteen militants were killed in the operation. Two security personnel embraced martyrdom and three were wounded,” it said. Independent verification of the death toll was not possible as the area is cut off to journalists and aid workers.
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May - 5 
Two activists of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (Nazaryati) were injured in a hand grenade attack on an election campaign office of the party at Killi Deba area of Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports Daily Times. Police sai
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Two activists of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (Nazaryati) were injured in a hand grenade attack on an election campaign office of the party at Killi Deba area of Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports Daily Times. Police said that the victims were at the party election campaign office when unidentified men riding a motorbike hurled a hand grenade at the camp.
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May - 5 
Two SFs personnel were killed and three others, among them a captain, injured when their convoy was hit by a bomb blast on the Razmak-Esha road at Kam Sarobi area near Razmak town of North Waziristan Agency (NWA), reports Dawn. Officials said the con
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Two SFs personnel were killed and three others, among them a captain, injured when their convoy was hit by a bomb blast on the Razmak-Esha road at Kam Sarobi area near Razmak town of North Waziristan Agency (NWA), reports Dawn. Officials said the convoy was going from Razmak to Bannu when the explosive device placed on the road near Kam Sarobi was detonated by remote control. The deceased were identified as sepoys Ehsanullah and Tahir and the injured as Captain Sultan Ayaz, Subedar Sarwar and Sepoy Atif.
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May - 5 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a man on the Circular Road in Quetta. According to Police, the victim identified as Asad Ali was on way home when armed assailants riding a motorbike opened fire on him and fled. He succumbed to his injuries while be
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a man on the Circular Road in Quetta. According to Police, the victim identified as Asad Ali was on way home when armed assailants riding a motorbike opened fire on him and fled. He succumbed to his injuries while being shifted to the hospital.
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May - 5 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda talking to mediapersons at Simara Airport in Bara District, said that his party was ready to enter into an electoral alliance with the Mohan Baidya-led Communi
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda talking to mediapersons at Simara Airport in Bara District, said that his party was ready to enter into an electoral alliance with the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist-Baidya (CPN-Maoist-Baidya), reports Nepalnews.com.
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At least 28 people have died on the second day of street battles between Police and tens of thousands of Hefajat-e-Islam (HeI) cadres in Dhaka city on May 6 (today), reports The Times of India. Police said they used sound grenades, water cannon, tear
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At least 28 people have died on the second day of street battles between Police and tens of thousands of Hefajat-e-Islam (HeI) cadres in Dhaka city on May 6 (today), reports The Times of India. Police said they used sound grenades, water cannon, tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse at least 70,000 Islamists who were camped at Motijheel as part of a push for a new blasphemy law. Mozammel Haq, a Police inspector at Dhaka Medical College Hospital, said that 11 bodies were brought to the clinic. One victim was a Policeman who had been hacked in the head by protesters with machetes. Eleven other bodies were taken to three other clinics. There was also deadly violence at Kanchpur on the southeastern outskirts of the capital. More than 5,000 Islamists clashed with police and border guards, prompting security forces to respond with live rounds. At least six people were killed there including three Policemen and a Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB). On May 5, at least four civilians were killed and hundred others injured as HeI cadres enforced their "Dhaka siege" programme across Dhaka City on May 5, reports New Age. Two of the deceased were identified as Siddiqur Rahman and Zubair. Identities of two others could not be known. By evening, the Home Ministry deployed 20 platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and they were patrolling the city. In the night, Police did not allow any kind of gathering at any crossing across the city. Ruling party activists also took to the streets alongside the Police at the instruction of the party high command.
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May - 5 
HeI claimed that “hundreds of its activists” were killed during the pre-dawn operation of the law enforcers at Motijheel in Dhaka, reports The Independent. In a press statement, 15 high-ranking leaders of the city unit of the Chittagong-based hardlin
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HeI claimed that “hundreds of its activists” were killed during the pre-dawn operation of the law enforcers at Motijheel in Dhaka, reports The Independent. In a press statement, 15 high-ranking leaders of the city unit of the Chittagong-based hardline pro-Islamic organization condemned the attack and said it would be treated as the greatest massacre in history. They also claimed that armed cadres of Chhatra League and Juba League, the student and youth wings of the ruling Awami League (AL) were involved in the mayhem at the adjacent areas of Baitul Mukkarram National Mosque in Dhaka on May 5.
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May - 5 
Home Minister Dr Mohiuddin Khan Alamgir said that the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and its student wing Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres have joined the procession and rally under the garb of the HeI and they have attacked the Police, damaged and burned
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Home Minister Dr Mohiuddin Khan Alamgir said that the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and its student wing Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres have joined the procession and rally under the garb of the HeI and they have attacked the Police, damaged and burned down public property, reports The Independent. Alamgir told reporters at his secretariat office in Dhaka city “We have talked to the leaders of the HeI and they have confirmed that the people who attacked Police are not their activists.” Later, he claimed that the situation, prevailing in the capital, is under control.
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May - 5 
The Director General of the Islamic Foundation, Shamim M Afzal claimed that the cadres of HeI caused a damage of BDT 15.17 crore to Baitul Mukarram Market during May 5 violence, reports New Age. Talking to reporters on the premises of the Baitul Mukk
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The Director General of the Islamic Foundation, Shamim M Afzal claimed that the cadres of HeI caused a damage of BDT 15.17 crore to Baitul Mukarram Market during May 5 violence, reports New Age. Talking to reporters on the premises of the Baitul Mukkarram National Mosque in Dhaka, he said they were going to file a case against thousands of unnamed HeI cadres in this connection. Shamim said HeI cadres carried out vandalism at the market and set fire to several shops and one of their buses on May 5.
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May - 5 
The Sri Lankan Government on May 5 has allocated Rs. 400 million to pay as compensation to owners of the land in the High Security Zones (HSZs) in the North, reports Colombo Page. The Government has decided to acquire 6,381 hectares of the land in Ja
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The Sri Lankan Government on May 5 has allocated Rs. 400 million to pay as compensation to owners of the land in the High Security Zones (HSZs) in the North, reports Colombo Page. The Government has decided to acquire 6,381 hectares of the land in Jaffna District that is now being used as HSZs permanently and the owners of the land will be paid compensation, the Minister of Land and Land Development Janaka Bandara Tennakoon said. The Government has posted notices in all three official languages at public places in the relevant areas informing the acquisition that is to be done under the Land Acquisition Act. According to the notice, the owners of the land can produce deeds or some other document of proof to enter into the HSZs and identify their land. An official evaluation of the land will be carried out and the owners will be compensated accordingly.
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May - 6 
A hardcore Maoist cadre was arrested from a village in Rafiganj area of Aurangabad District on May 6, reports The Business Standard. Acting on a tip off, the Police raided a house in Kauwakhat village and arrested Chhotu Rajak, who claimed to be the
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A hardcore Maoist cadre was arrested from a village in Rafiganj area of Aurangabad District on May 6, reports The Business Standard. Acting on a tip off, the Police raided a house in Kauwakhat village and arrested Chhotu Rajak, who claimed to be the "area commander" of the Maoists, Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Ajay Narayan Yadav said. A rifle looted from the Police, a cane bomb and Maoist literature was recovered from him. Rajak was wanted in several incidents of violence in the District.
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May - 6 
A Home Ministry official on May 6 said that the Mizoram government has agreed to resume the rehabilitation of over 40,000 Bru tribals who had sought refuge in Tripura for about 16 years, reports Tripurainfo. "Mizoram government's core committee on re
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A Home Ministry official on May 6 said that the Mizoram government has agreed to resume the rehabilitation of over 40,000 Bru tribals who had sought refuge in Tripura for about 16 years, reports Tripurainfo. "Mizoram government's core committee on refugee repatriation headed by Parliamentary Secretary for Home Lalrinmawia Ralte last week held a meeting and decided to resume return of refugees this month-end," a Mizoram home department official told IANS. The official said: "The core committee has asked the District administration of the Mizoram's Mamit district to finalise the schedule of the return after discussion with counterparts in Tripura." The official said the Union Home Ministry (MHA) has asked the Mizoram to re-start the stalled rehabilitation of refugees, in coordination with Tripura.
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May - 6 
A press statement signed by Ksh.Yoiheiba Senior Publicity Officer of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) has refuted the news report of one ‘Sergeant Major’ Salam Kunjabihari alias Tharoiba surrendering along with an M-22 riffle saying it is
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A press statement signed by Ksh.Yoiheiba Senior Publicity Officer of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) has refuted the news report of one ‘Sergeant Major’ Salam Kunjabihari alias Tharoiba surrendering along with an M-22 riffle saying it is part of the ongoing fake drama being carried out as propaganda by the Security Forces.
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May - 6 
Another Chinese hand grenade tightly wrapped in plastic was found near Ibudhou Meijrao Lakpa Community hall of Irom Meijrao under Wangoi Police station in the same district at around 11 am. and was safely exploded by bomb experts of the Police.
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Another Chinese hand grenade tightly wrapped in plastic was found near Ibudhou Meijrao Lakpa Community hall of Irom Meijrao under Wangoi Police station in the same district at around 11 am. and was safely exploded by bomb experts of the Police.
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May - 6 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a private guest house and a culvert in Bhimbundh forest in Munger District, on May 6, reports outlookindia.com. Opposing donation of land by Mahendra Singh to the State Government for the co
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a private guest house and a culvert in Bhimbundh forest in Munger District, on May 6, reports outlookindia.com. Opposing donation of land by Mahendra Singh to the State Government for the construction of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp, a group of Maoists stormed at Singh’s guest house and blew it up with explosives, Superintendent of Police (SP) Naveen Chandra Jha said. They also blew up a culvert near the guest house.
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May - 6 
Crime branch sleuths in Ahmedabad arrested two persons, identified as Rajvir Singh Jat and Jaiprakash Kesari on May 6 with INR 5, 00, 000 worth of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) printed in Bangladesh reports The Times of India. The duo allegedly t
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Crime branch sleuths in Ahmedabad arrested two persons, identified as Rajvir Singh Jat and Jaiprakash Kesari on May 6 with INR 5, 00, 000 worth of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) printed in Bangladesh reports The Times of India. The duo allegedly told the Police that they used to channelize FICN into the market through gambling or dubious real estate deals. "They have confessed that they were given the consignment by Uttam Bangali, a resident of Jharkhand, to be handed over to Rafiq Sish Mohammad, a resident of Danilimda. However, Rafiq and Uttam are absconding," said Joint Commissioner of Police, A.K. Sharma. Deputy Commissioner of Police, Himanshu Shukla, said the two accused had been investing FICN in gambling, shady real estate deals and agricultural trading agencies. "We are investigating further to ascertain when they started dealing in fake notes and how much counterfeit notes had they already pumped into the system," Shukla said.
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May - 6 
Five more persons have been arrested in a joint operation by Bangalore city Police and Tamil Nadu Police in connection with the April 17, 2013 blast in Bangalore (Karnataka), The Times of India reports on May 6. With this, the number of suspects arre
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Five more persons have been arrested in a joint operation by Bangalore city Police and Tamil Nadu Police in connection with the April 17, 2013 blast in Bangalore (Karnataka), The Times of India reports on May 6. With this, the number of suspects arrested in the case has risen to 11, Joint Commissioner of Police (crime) Pranab Mohanty said. "The five suspects, Rehmathulla, Asgar Ali, Hakeem, Tenkasi Suleman and Suleman alias Man Bhai were taken on body warrant from Coimbatore (Coimbatore District in Tamil Nadu). The suspects have been produced before the First Additional Metropolitan Magistrate Court here", he further said.
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May - 6 
In the last one month, as many as 11 persons have been arrested for allegedly operating a "local" Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) racket in Maharashtra, with its kingpin being a Pune-based real estate agent, Indian Express reports on May 6. Police
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In the last one month, as many as 11 persons have been arrested for allegedly operating a "local" Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) racket in Maharashtra, with its kingpin being a Pune-based real estate agent, Indian Express reports on May 6. Police said the suspects printed FICN at Nashik (Nashik District) and planned to circulate it in the tribal and rural belts of Chandrapur and Gadchiroli Districts, the areas infested by Naxals. The Chandrapur Police have recovered FICN from the suspects, mostly in the denominations of INR 1,000 and INR 500. "So far, there is no evidence to believe the involvement of Naxal outfits in this racket," said the investigation officer. Explaining the modus operandi, Investigation Officer Raju Nivrutti Bhujbal said, "The suspects had scanned a few original currency notes of Rs 1,000 and Rs 500 denominations. They took colour printouts of these notes on good quality A-4 papers, which were purchased from Mumbai. After printing, they would cut the paper in the size of proper currency notes. Using luminous pens, they highlighted the security thread on the fake notes. These fake currency notes were then handed over to the local operatives for circulation in tribal and rural areas."
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May - 6 
In the run-up to their two-day bandh (shut down strike) call from May 10, the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a panchayat (village level local-self government institution) office in Malkangiri District in the night of May
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In the run-up to their two-day bandh (shut down strike) call from May 10, the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a panchayat (village level local-self government institution) office in Malkangiri District in the night of May 6, reports The Times of India. Around 50 armed cadres swooped on Kiang village, about 90 kilometres from Malkangiri, around 11.30pm and executed the act. They probably damaged the panchayat building suspecting that it may be used to house the Security Forces (SFs) for anti-Maoist operations. The Malkangiri Divisional Committee of the Maoist has given a 48-hour bandh call from May 10 demanding to stop to all anti-Maoist operations.
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May - 6 
Interrogation of arrested Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militant, Aklanta Rabha alias Maheshji, has revealed that Maoist have succeeded in making inroads into Barak valley in Assam, reports The Telegraph. CPI-Maoist ‘central committee
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Interrogation of arrested Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militant, Aklanta Rabha alias Maheshji, has revealed that Maoist have succeeded in making inroads into Barak valley in Assam, reports The Telegraph. CPI-Maoist ‘central committee member’, Maheshji, along with a central training instructor in Jharkhand, Siraj Rabha, was arrested by Police recently in Kamrup District. Barak Valley, comprising the three districts of Cachar, Karimganj and Hailakandi, shares inter-state borders with Manipur, Tripura, Meghalaya and Mizoram and an international border with Bangladesh. “Maheshji has revealed the names of at least five persons who joined the group four to five years ago and are currently working at the village level in Barak Valley to strengthen their base. For the first time, we have got information about how Maoists are making inroads in the region,” an official told the newspaper on May 6. The strategic location of the Districts, according to the officer, has come as an advantage for the Maoists. One of the five names Maheshji revealed is that of Shalik Singkhai alias Romeo, a youth of the Khamti community from Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh, who was working to strengthen the Maoist base in Cachar District before his arrest recently. “Romeo was among the first to have started working at the grassroots among the tea community in Barak Valley but he could not continue because of language problems. “We cannot disclose the other four names in the interest of the investigation. The four were working under Maheshji and also visited West Bengal and lower Assam districts,” the officer said. The revelation assumes significance after the task force constituted by the State government in 2012 could not find “significant evidence” of Maoist presence in the area. “The task force report only talked about possible Maoists activities in Barak Valley but Maheshji’s interrogation revealed they had made inroads about five years ago and are working systematically to spread their network,” the officer said.
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May - 6 
Kanglaonline reports that a Chinese hand grenade was found in front of a saw mill in Sagoband Ingudam Leirak under Imphal Police station along the Imphal-Jiribam road in Imphal West District at around 6 am on May 6. Bomb experts of the Police explode
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Kanglaonline reports that a Chinese hand grenade was found in front of a saw mill in Sagoband Ingudam Leirak under Imphal Police station along the Imphal-Jiribam road in Imphal West District at around 6 am on May 6. Bomb experts of the Police exploded it safely.
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May - 6 
Majority of Bru refugees staying in seven relief camps in Kanchanpur sub-division of North Tripura District are still reluctant to return to Mizoram even as Mizoram and Tripura governments, as instructed by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), w
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Majority of Bru refugees staying in seven relief camps in Kanchanpur sub-division of North Tripura District are still reluctant to return to Mizoram even as Mizoram and Tripura governments, as instructed by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), would soon resume the repatriation process, reports Times of India on May 7. President of Mizoram Bru Displaced People's Forum (MBDPF), A Sawibung said no one in the relief camps, including the MBDPF leaders, was informed about the proposal for fresh repatriation."We have not received any official information on the matter, but learned through news reports that the meeting of Core Committee on Bru Repatriation held in Aizawl discussed the resumption of repatriation recently ".He said while a few families might be willing to return to Mizoram, majority of them would not want to be repatriated. He said the monsoon would set in during the last part of May, when the Mizoram government decided to commence the repatriation, making the terrain difficult and transportation almost impossible."The time for starting jhum cultivation was over and we would be facing a famine-like situation this year," added the MBDPF, president.
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May - 6 
Nagaland Post reports that a deserter of the United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA), identified as Thanglemang alias Mamang has been arrested by troops of Assam Rifles from Churachandpur District and handed over to the Police in Imphal with arms and am
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Nagaland Post reports that a deserter of the United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA), identified as Thanglemang alias Mamang has been arrested by troops of Assam Rifles from Churachandpur District and handed over to the Police in Imphal with arms and ammunitions recovered from him on May 6. Mamang was one of the three cadres of the outfit who had deserted its designated camp of the group located at New Phaisat in Churachandpur with arms on January 25. One AK-47 rifle with one magazine loaded with three live rounds, one 9mm pistol with one magazine containing four live rounds, five live rounds of 7.62 mm ammunition and six live rounds of 7.65 mm ammunitions which were accompanied by him while deserting the designated camp were recovered from him, police said.
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May - 6 
Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khole-Kitovi (NSCN-KK) militants opened fire and killed one Khaplang faction of NSCN (NSCN-K) militant, and a civilian near the Clock Tower Junction in Dimapur town of Dimapur District on May 6, reports Nagal
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Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khole-Kitovi (NSCN-KK) militants opened fire and killed one Khaplang faction of NSCN (NSCN-K) militant, and a civilian near the Clock Tower Junction in Dimapur town of Dimapur District on May 6, reports Nagaland Post. The one who died on the spot was identified as ‘sergeant major’ of NSCN-K one Shonato Yepthomi alias Inato (21) and Kavuto Yepthomi (19). Another civilian identified as advocate V.N. Sharma was hit by a stray bullet during the incident.
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May - 6 
NSCN-Isak-Muivah faction (NSCN-IM) has warmly welcomed ten “home comers”, eight members from NSCN-KK and two from NSCN-K. The names of the members are Vitoshe Achumi, deputy kilonser, N. Hekiye Chophy, ‘secretary kilo affairs’, Akaho Swu, ‘general s
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NSCN-Isak-Muivah faction (NSCN-IM) has warmly welcomed ten “home comers”, eight members from NSCN-KK and two from NSCN-K. The names of the members are Vitoshe Achumi, deputy kilonser, N. Hekiye Chophy, ‘secretary kilo affairs’, Akaho Swu, ‘general secretary’ CNC, Hotoli Yepthomi, joint secretaries, Niyivi Awomi and N.Hoshito Wotsa, leacy Shikupu Sumi and Viniho Achumi all from NSCN-KK and ‘joint secretary’ V.Atoho and ‘rajau peyu’, S.Semato Aye both from NSCN-K.
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May - 6 
NSCN-K kilonser for ‘MIP [Ministry of Information and Publicity]’, ‘NGO’ and ‘public relations’, Wangtin Naga described the incident as a contradiction of the “peace-deal” struck between NSCN-K and NSCN-KK through Central Government appointed Cease-F
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NSCN-K kilonser for ‘MIP [Ministry of Information and Publicity]’, ‘NGO’ and ‘public relations’, Wangtin Naga described the incident as a contradiction of the “peace-deal” struck between NSCN-K and NSCN-KK through Central Government appointed Cease-Fire Supervisory Board (CFSB) on April 21. NSCN-KK’s kilonser for MIP, Akato Chophi refuted the claims of a ’peace-deal’ between the clashing outfits.
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May - 6 
On receiving information that the Government has decided to shift the cadres of the Kangleipak Yawol Kanna Lup-Military Defense Force (KYKL-MDF) presently lodged with the 20th Assam Rifles camp at Chandel Headquarter to the Khongjom area of Thoubal D
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On receiving information that the Government has decided to shift the cadres of the Kangleipak Yawol Kanna Lup-Military Defense Force (KYKL-MDF) presently lodged with the 20th Assam Rifles camp at Chandel Headquarter to the Khongjom area of Thoubal District, locals of Khongjom and surrounding villages in Thoubal have resolved to strongly stand against the decision of the Government, reports Kanglaonline on May 7. It is learnt that the Government has decided to shift 25 cadres of the KYKL-MDF presently lodged at Chandel as the first phase to the 15th Assam Rifles Camp at Khongjom. Meanwhile, people of Chandel head quarter had been staging sit in protest since May 6 declaring that valley based armed cadres who had publicly announced that they have entered the `peace process` cannot be stationed at the District and should be shifted to some other place at the earliest.
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May - 6 
On the occasion of the third anniversary of the "martyrdom" of two Naga students who were killed in Police firing at Mao Gate on May 6, 2010, the United Naga Council (UNC) has reaffirmed its call for an alternative administrative arrangement for the
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On the occasion of the third anniversary of the "martyrdom" of two Naga students who were killed in Police firing at Mao Gate on May 6, 2010, the United Naga Council (UNC) has reaffirmed its call for an alternative administrative arrangement for the Nagas in Manipur, reports The Times of India. On May 6, 2010, a large number of rallyists were denouncing the State Government's decision to prevent Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) general secretary Thuingaleng Muivah from visiting Somdal, his ancestral village in Ukhrul District.
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May - 6 
Punjab Police have seized INR 5.4 lakh in Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) and arrested one person, identified as Wes Abdul Mehmood, a resident of West Bengal, from an undisclosed location on May 6, reports Hindustan Times. The high-quality counterf
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Punjab Police have seized INR 5.4 lakh in Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) and arrested one person, identified as Wes Abdul Mehmood, a resident of West Bengal, from an undisclosed location on May 6, reports Hindustan Times. The high-quality counterfeits - which even carried watermarks, thread and security signs that are used to differentiate between real and fake currency notes - were seized following an intelligence input. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) H.S. Mann said the Police suspected that FICN were meant for funding terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Wes Abdul Mehmood was taking FICN from Bangladesh to Kashmir via Kolkata, New Delhi, Haryana and Punjab. However, Mehmood's accomplice, Akram Hussain, managed to flee. Police suspect the role of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in the smuggling of FICN. “It's almost like real currency. All the water marks, thread and even security signs are printed,” the SSP said.
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May - 6 
The Army on May 6 neutralized a militant hideout and recovered large cache of arms and explosives in Khandi belt of Mahore area in Reasi District, reports Kashmir Life. The weapons recovered included two Type 56 Rifles, 136 magazines and bullets, fiv
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The Army on May 6 neutralized a militant hideout and recovered large cache of arms and explosives in Khandi belt of Mahore area in Reasi District, reports Kashmir Life. The weapons recovered included two Type 56 Rifles, 136 magazines and bullets, five UBGL (Under Barrel Grenade Launchers) grenades, five hand grenades, seven detonators and other explosives.
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May - 6 
The Maoist Communist Party-Manipur (MCP-M), in a press release claimed its hand in the bomb explosion at the Regional Institute of Medical Science (RIMS) campus saying it is a part of its “class struggle.” It alleged that the doctors at RIMS are not
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The Maoist Communist Party-Manipur (MCP-M), in a press release claimed its hand in the bomb explosion at the Regional Institute of Medical Science (RIMS) campus saying it is a part of its “class struggle.” It alleged that the doctors at RIMS are not performing their duty properly as a result of which, many poor people like farmers and laborers had to suffer a lot. While demanding resignation from the Director accusing him of not performing his duty well, the outfit has also announced a general strike on May 17 from 5 am to 5 pm.
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May - 6 
The National Security Guard (NSG) held a day-long seminar on "Counter Terrorism" at its Manesar (Gurgaon District, Haryana) campus on May 6, and while speaking on the occasion, Union Home Secretary R.K. Singh, said terror activities across India have
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The National Security Guard (NSG) held a day-long seminar on "Counter Terrorism" at its Manesar (Gurgaon District, Haryana) campus on May 6, and while speaking on the occasion, Union Home Secretary R.K. Singh, said terror activities across India have jumped by 20 per cent while terror-related casualties have increased by 30 per cent, reports The Times of India. The Home Secretary said "religious fundamentalism" was a major threat to the country and has increasingly started finding its place among the educated in society. "The belief that education would eliminate such roots has been proved to be a myth. Many terrorists are highly qualified," said Singh. Singh also said terrorists taking shelter in the country is a big concern for the security forces.
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May - 6 
The newly elected president of Ex United Peoples Democratic Society, Kangjang Terang, on May 6 volunteered his service to mediate between the KPLT and Union Ministry of Home affairs (MHA) if needed, reports Nagaland Post. He has appealed to the KPLT
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The newly elected president of Ex United Peoples Democratic Society, Kangjang Terang, on May 6 volunteered his service to mediate between the KPLT and Union Ministry of Home affairs (MHA) if needed, reports Nagaland Post. He has appealed to the KPLT to come over ground and negotiate their grievances.
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May - 6 
The Shillong Times reports that a manager of a coal export company operating from Gasuapara in South Garo Hills near the international border with Bangladesh was abducted by suspected Garo national Liberation Army (GNLA) militants who came disguised
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The Shillong Times reports that a manager of a coal export company operating from Gasuapara in South Garo Hills near the international border with Bangladesh was abducted by suspected Garo national Liberation Army (GNLA) militants who came disguised as laborers in the night of May 6. “We have identified the group as that of GNLA area commander Pangkam who sent his cadres under one Odek to kidnap the coal company’s manager,” indicated District Superintendant of Police, Davis Nestell R Marak.
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May - 6 
The Telegraph reports on May 6 that the Naga Hoho, the apex body of the Nagas has opposed the formation of any exclusive organisation that would be detrimental to the unity of the Nagas. The Hoho has accused some State politicians of a nexus with som
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The Telegraph reports on May 6 that the Naga Hoho, the apex body of the Nagas has opposed the formation of any exclusive organisation that would be detrimental to the unity of the Nagas. The Hoho has accused some State politicians of a nexus with some people to create a divide in Naga society. A source in the Naga Hoho alleged that former finance minister and veteran Naga politician K. Therie and former Nagaland Assembly Speaker Z. Lohe were trying to create a division by trying to form a new organisation — Nagaland Tribal Council. However, K. Therie said the Nagas of the State had been suppressed by Nagas from outside the state and flayed chief minister Neiphiu Rio for working against the wishes of the people of the state. “We should have our own organisation. Why should we be prevented from forming a separate organisation?” the Congress leader said. He said he could not see any valid reason why the Naga Hoho should go against people who are trying to form an organisation exclusively for the Nagas of Nagaland. “We are virtually suppressed people now,” he said, adding that the Nagas of Manipur were pursuing their own goals. He said having a separate organisation could help to express their aspirations to the Centre and the State Government. “Let Nagas of Nagaland determine their own future,” he said.
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May - 6 
The third anniversary of the death of late Loshou and Chakho was organized on May 6 at the Martyr’s Park at Mao gate (Senapati District) on May 6, informed a press statement of the United Naga council (UNC). Neli Chakho Mao and Daikho Loshou Mao were
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The third anniversary of the death of late Loshou and Chakho was organized on May 6 at the Martyr’s Park at Mao gate (Senapati District) on May 6, informed a press statement of the United Naga council (UNC). Neli Chakho Mao and Daikho Loshou Mao were killed during firing by State Forces during the impasse over the matter of the entry of Thuingaleng Muivah, General Secretary of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) into the State on May 6, 2010.
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May - 6 
Two Jammu businessmen, identified as Mushtaq and Iqbal, arrested on November 27, 2006 near Old Delhi Railway Station and jailed for seven years over charges of terrorism, were acquitted by the Delhi High Court on May 6, 2013, according to Indian Expr
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Two Jammu businessmen, identified as Mushtaq and Iqbal, arrested on November 27, 2006 near Old Delhi Railway Station and jailed for seven years over charges of terrorism, were acquitted by the Delhi High Court on May 6, 2013, according to Indian Express. However, they are yet to be released. They were arrested by the Special Cell of Delhi Police after receiving a tip off regarding an alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist 'Faisal' from Jammu, who was expected to go to Delhi with money and explosives for a terror plot.
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May - 6 
Union Home Secretary R.K. Singh on May 6 said that India's challenge to fight terrorism will increase when the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and allied forces pull out from Afghanistan in 2014, Indian Express reports on May 7. Singh said,
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Union Home Secretary R.K. Singh on May 6 said that India's challenge to fight terrorism will increase when the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and allied forces pull out from Afghanistan in 2014, Indian Express reports on May 7. Singh said, "Our challenge will be further when withdrawal of NATO forces takes place from Afghanistan. The problems will multiply. All the terrorists, Taliban etc, will turn their focus towards us." While referring to Indian Mujahideen (IM), Singh said it's difficult to detect the movement of these terrorists because "they (IM terrorists) move in ones and twos and have local linkages and places for shelter within the country". He also said that it was high time that officials got serious with the issue of theft of explosives. "I think it has not permeated into their (officials) consciousness that the theft of explosives is not happening only for making money, but has a terrorist dimension too," he said. Singh made a candid admission during his speech when he said that a "lot of explosives was getting leaked". "Unfortunately, the material for making bombs is easily available despite our efforts to make it more and more difficult. Unfortunately, there is a lot of leakage (of explosives) happening because our mechanism for inspection... and officials to check this are not doing what they are supposed to do," he said.
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May - 6 
A dead body, identified as Adam Khan, was found in the Jhal Magsi area of same District, on May 6, reports Daily Times.
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A dead body, identified as Adam Khan, was found in the Jhal Magsi area of same District, on May 6, reports Daily Times.
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May - 6 
A Pakistan People's Party (PPP) worker was injured when a remote controlled bomb planted near the office of a party candidate in Mirzai area of Shabqadar in Charssada District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, went off on May 6 morning, reports Dawn. The bomb w
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A Pakistan People's Party (PPP) worker was injured when a remote controlled bomb planted near the office of a party candidate in Mirzai area of Shabqadar in Charssada District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, went off on May 6 morning, reports Dawn. The bomb was planted near the office of PPP candidate for PK-22 Haji Asadullah Khan in Mirzai area. The PPP worker identified as Shahid sustained injuries. The Bomb Disposal Unit (BDU) personnel said about four kilograms explosive was used in the bomb.
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May - 6 
Afghan forces attacked a border checkpost in Mohmand Agency, injuring four Pakistani soldiers, reports Dawn. Security sources said the Gursal checkpost was attacked at around 9am with rockets, mortars and other heavy weapons. Pakistani forces retalia
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Afghan forces attacked a border checkpost in Mohmand Agency, injuring four Pakistani soldiers, reports Dawn. Security sources said the Gursal checkpost was attacked at around 9am with rockets, mortars and other heavy weapons. Pakistani forces retaliated and the exchange of fire lasted over two hours. This was a second attack from across the border in a week. Two Pakistani troops were injured when Afghan forces attacked the Gursal and two other checkposts four days ago.
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May - 6 
Dara Adam Khel chapter of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) warned the teachers to boycott the polling process “in order to avoid punishment”, reports Daily Times. The warning has been issued through pamphlets distributed in various schools, residence
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Dara Adam Khel chapter of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) warned the teachers to boycott the polling process “in order to avoid punishment”, reports Daily Times. The warning has been issued through pamphlets distributed in various schools, residences of teachers in different areas of Peshawar, like Sarband, Salman Khel, Masho Khel and some areas located in Badbher. Local found the pamphlets and informed the Police, who gathered the letters for investigation and to determine who distributed them. According to the letter, TTP Dara Adam Khel has announced that “we are against those people who are working for democracy and these people are the enemies of the Islam who want to destabilise our country and Islam through democracy”. Through the pamphlet, the TTP has also demanded that people support the TTP, through money or participation in jihad and reject the election. The TTP also warned the teachers and citizens that they should not participate in election work.
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May - 6 
Militants blew up a portion of railway track in Sariab area of Quetta. No loss of life was reported.
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Militants blew up a portion of railway track in Sariab area of Quetta. No loss of life was reported.
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May - 6 
Rangers arrested 13 suspects during different targeted raids and operations in the Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 6, reports Daily Times. On a tip-off, Rangers raided Marine Drive Apartments near Bilawal House, an
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Rangers arrested 13 suspects during different targeted raids and operations in the Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 6, reports Daily Times. On a tip-off, Rangers raided Marine Drive Apartments near Bilawal House, and arrested three suspects, recovering 10 different types of weapons from their custody. On the other hand, Rangers held nine suspects and seized weapons including sub machineguns, rifles and ammunitions from their possession during targeted raids in various parts of the Karachi including Chotha Gabol Goth, Khosa Goth, Shah Faisal Colony, Rahi Goth, Old Sabzi Mandi, Muzaffarabad Colony, Badar Commercial, Shah Rasool Colony, Maripur, Machhar Colony, Keamari, Lyari Expressway, Khameso Goth and New Karachi.
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May - 6 
Security Forces (SFs) foiled a terrorism bid as they arrested two terrorists and recovered 100 kilograms explosives from their possession during a raid in Kuchlak area in the suburb of Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan.
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Security Forces (SFs) foiled a terrorism bid as they arrested two terrorists and recovered 100 kilograms explosives from their possession during a raid in Kuchlak area in the suburb of Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan.
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May - 6 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the attack on the JUI-F rally and said Munir Orakzai was the target. It added that the JUI-F party activists weren’t a target. TTP ‘spokesman’ Ehsanullah Ehsan said they had been trying
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the attack on the JUI-F rally and said Munir Orakzai was the target. It added that the JUI-F party activists weren’t a target. TTP ‘spokesman’ Ehsanullah Ehsan said they had been trying for long to locate and kill Munir Orakzai as he had remained an active member of the coalition Government of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and Awami National Party (ANP). TTP ‘chief’ Hakimullah Mehsud had mentioned Munir Orakzai’s name in a videotape released in the past by his organisation. In the video, Hakimullah Masood is seen personally shooting dead former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) official Colonel Ameer Sultan, commonly known as Colonel Imam, while accusing Munir Orakzai of selling the Arab fighters to the US.
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May - 6 
Twenty-three persons were killed and more than 70 others injured in a blast at the election rally of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) candidates at a Madrassa in Sewak village in Kurram Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 6,
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Twenty-three persons were killed and more than 70 others injured in a blast at the election rally of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) candidates at a Madrassa in Sewak village in Kurram Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 6, reports The News. Along with the local tribesmen, two bodyguards of the JUI-F candidate from NA-38, Munir Orakzai, and six of his close relatives were also injured in the blast. There were conflicting reports about the nature of the explosion as some said a suicide bomber blew himself up when Munir Orakzai was about to leave the venue after delivering his speech. However, his family members insisted that unidentified people had planted an improvised explosive device (IED) in the seminary where the election rally had been organised. Kurram Agency Political Agent Riaz Mehsud said that the blast was caused by an IED. He added that 10 kilograms explosives were used in the blast.
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May - 6 
Two workers of Awami National Party (ANP) were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on them in Chengolai area of Swat District. ANP workers Nasruallah and Shah Farooq were returning home from Khwazakhela bazaar in their car when unknown a
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Two workers of Awami National Party (ANP) were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on them in Chengolai area of Swat District. ANP workers Nasruallah and Shah Farooq were returning home from Khwazakhela bazaar in their car when unknown armed men ambushed the vehicle just a few yards from their village.
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May - 6 
Nepali Congress (NC) President Sushil Koirala on May 6 refused to hold talks with UCPN-M Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal on contemporary contentious issues, saying his fellow leaders, including Vice-president Ramchandra Paudel, were not available in Kath
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Nepali Congress (NC) President Sushil Koirala on May 6 refused to hold talks with UCPN-M Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal on contemporary contentious issues, saying his fellow leaders, including Vice-president Ramchandra Paudel, were not available in Kathmandu. No other date has been fixed for the next meeting, but it is likely that Koirala and Dahal will meet on May 7, a source close to the Congress chief said. The NC chief also postponed his meeting with the leaders of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML).
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May - 6 
Normal life in the Eastern Districts have been affected for the third consecutive day, on May 6 (today), due to bandh called by Sanghiya Limbuwan Rajya Parishad demanding that the citizenship distribution, and voters list collection process be stoppe
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Normal life in the Eastern Districts have been affected for the third consecutive day, on May 6 (today), due to bandh called by Sanghiya Limbuwan Rajya Parishad demanding that the citizenship distribution, and voters list collection process be stopped until the agitating fringe parties' demands regarding the Constituent Assembly (CA) elections were addressed, reports The Himalayan Times. The life in Jhapa, Ilam, Panchthar, Taplejung, Dhankuta, Sankhuwasahba, and Terathum District were badly affected while there was nominal impact in Morang and Sunsari Districts. The bandh enforcers torched two motorcycles in Jhapa District and pelted stones on the passenger bus in different places of the District. Police arrested 11 people in connection to the incidents.
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May - 6 
At least 27 persons, including three Security Forces (SFs), killed in clashes between SFs and Hefajat-e-Islam (HeI) cadres in Narayanganj, Chittagong and Bagerhat Districts on May 6, reports The Daily Star. In Narayanganj District, 20 persons, includ
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At least 27 persons, including three Security Forces (SFs), killed in clashes between SFs and Hefajat-e-Islam (HeI) cadres in Narayanganj, Chittagong and Bagerhat Districts on May 6, reports The Daily Star. In Narayanganj District, 20 persons, including two Policemen and a Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) soldier, were killed. In Chittagong District, six people were killed and 50 others, including five Policemen, injured. In Bagerhat District, one HeI cadre was killed and at least 20 other persons, including SFs and journalists, were injured during the running battles.
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May - 6 
Environment Minister Hasan Mahmud said that BNP central leaders MK Anwar and Sadeque Hossain were behind May 5’s violence perpetrated by HeI cadres during their rally in Dhaka, reports New Age. He also blamed central leaders of BNP-backed student org
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Environment Minister Hasan Mahmud said that BNP central leaders MK Anwar and Sadeque Hossain were behind May 5’s violence perpetrated by HeI cadres during their rally in Dhaka, reports New Age. He also blamed central leaders of BNP-backed student organisation Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) and JeI’s student body ICS for leading the trouble in Paltan, Baitul Mukarram and Motijheel areas of Dhaka over HeI’s rally.
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May - 6 
Junaid Babunagari, secretary general of HeI, blamed activists of JeI and its student wing Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) for May 5’s violence across the Dhaka city. During an interrogation, he also denied responsibilities for the killing, attack, arson,
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Junaid Babunagari, secretary general of HeI, blamed activists of JeI and its student wing Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) for May 5’s violence across the Dhaka city. During an interrogation, he also denied responsibilities for the killing, attack, arson, vandalism and looting that took place during the Dhaka blockade of HeI, said Khandaker Nazmul Alam, Deputy Commissioner of Dhaka Metropolitan Police.
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May - 6 
More than 100,000 people, including six senior leaders of HeI, have been sued for killing, arson, vandalism, burglary and bomb attacks during May 5’s daylong violence in downtown Dhaka city and in Narayanganj, Chittagong and Bagerhat Districts on May
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More than 100,000 people, including six senior leaders of HeI, have been sued for killing, arson, vandalism, burglary and bomb attacks during May 5’s daylong violence in downtown Dhaka city and in Narayanganj, Chittagong and Bagerhat Districts on May 6, reports New Age.
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May - 6 
Police arrested HeI Secretary General Junaid Babunagari at the Dhaka city’s Lalbagh just 45 minutes after its Ameer Shah Ahmad Shafi left Dhaka for Chittagong District. Police said that the HeI leader will be grilled in connection with the recent kil
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Police arrested HeI Secretary General Junaid Babunagari at the Dhaka city’s Lalbagh just 45 minutes after its Ameer Shah Ahmad Shafi left Dhaka for Chittagong District. Police said that the HeI leader will be grilled in connection with the recent killings of Policemen and violence by his party cadres.
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May - 6 
Police arrested nineteen activists of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) and Hefajat-e Islam (HeI) for being involved in attacking law enforcers on May 6 in Narayanganj, reports Daily Star. Police arrested them at different places in
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Police arrested nineteen activists of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) and Hefajat-e Islam (HeI) for being involved in attacking law enforcers on May 6 in Narayanganj, reports Daily Star. Police arrested them at different places in last several days. During the attack, 19 people, including two personnel of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and two policemen, were killed and more than 100 were injured. Ten vehicles, including those of BGB, police and RAB, were torched and more than 100 were vandalised.
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May - 6 
The Communist Party of Bangladesh (CPB) President Mujahidul Islam Selim at a press conference at his party office in Dhaka city alleged that JeI was the mastermind of May 5’s violence in Dhaka city as it conspired to create a deadlock situation by “s
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The Communist Party of Bangladesh (CPB) President Mujahidul Islam Selim at a press conference at his party office in Dhaka city alleged that JeI was the mastermind of May 5’s violence in Dhaka city as it conspired to create a deadlock situation by “strategically” using the programme of HeI to foil the War Crimes (WC) trial, reports The Daily Star. He said, “Although we accuse mainly JeI for the violence, HeI and BNP cannot escape the responsibility of the atrocities because they instigated the violence.”
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The death toll from the fierce clash between cadres of Hefajat-e-Islam (HeI) and Police during May 6’s clash in Narayanganj District has risen to 22 after injured Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) trooper, Lavlu Miah (38), and Muhamad Sumon (22), a stude
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The death toll from the fierce clash between cadres of Hefajat-e-Islam (HeI) and Police during May 6’s clash in Narayanganj District has risen to 22 after injured Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) trooper, Lavlu Miah (38), and Muhamad Sumon (22), a student of Dhaka City College, succumbed to their injuries on May 7, reports The Daily Star. Superintendent of Narayanganj Police Syed Nurul Islam said Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) men had been involved in the attacks on law enforcers and Kanchpur Highway Police Station.
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May - 6 
Marxist party Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) says the Government should take steps to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), reports Colombo Page. JVP Propaganda Secretary and parliamentarian Vijitha Herath said that the PTA is a draconian pi
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Marxist party Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) says the Government should take steps to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), reports Colombo Page. JVP Propaganda Secretary and parliamentarian Vijitha Herath said that the PTA is a draconian piece of law that needs to be repealed. Pointing out that the Government has used the PTA as a tool to suppress dissent before; Herath said the Act could be misused to detain people during the Northern Provincial Council (NPC) elections to silence political dissent. The JVP, according to Herath, would campaign to demand the Government to repeal the PTA. He noted that the leader of the Muslim Tamil National Alliance, Azath Sally is the latest victim of the PTA. Sally was arrested under Section 120 of the Penal Code and provisions under the PTA for violating clause 21 of the PTA.
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May - 7 
A 21-year-old Communist Party of India Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Goodar Bhuiyan alias Mahender, undergoing treatment at an abandoned house near Pandra in Ranchi District, was arrested by Palamu District Police on May 7, reports The Tim
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A 21-year-old Communist Party of India Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Goodar Bhuiyan alias Mahender, undergoing treatment at an abandoned house near Pandra in Ranchi District, was arrested by Palamu District Police on May 7, reports The Times of India. He got injured on May 3 while laying landmines on a metallic road near Abun village.
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May - 7 
A Maoist involved in the abduction of Laxmipur Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Jhina Hikaka in March 2012 and wanted in at least 15 murders, including two in Andhra Pradesh, was arrested in Rayagada District on May 7, reports The Times of India.
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A Maoist involved in the abduction of Laxmipur Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Jhina Hikaka in March 2012 and wanted in at least 15 murders, including two in Andhra Pradesh, was arrested in Rayagada District on May 7, reports The Times of India. Acting on a tip-off, Police arrested Gameli China Mohan Rao alias Santu of Goudaput village in Andhra Pradesh from a forested area. "We have seized a Belgium made 9 mm pistol from him," said Rayagada Superintendent of Police (SP) Rajesh Pandit. Police also seized 16 rounds of live ammunition of 9 mm pistol, two pen drives, five gelatin sticks, nine detonator, two cell phones, one fake voter identity card and INR 64,630. Santu is an ‘area committee’ member in the Koraput-Srikakulam division of the Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) of the Maoist. He reportedly confessed to his involvement in the abduction of the tribal legislator.
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May - 7 
An infiltration attempt was foiled by the Border Security Force (BSF) in the Samba area (Samba District) on May 7 (today), reports IBNLive. "Around 5 AM, BSF personnel observed one person trying to cross over into Indian territory, taking cover of sa
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An infiltration attempt was foiled by the Border Security Force (BSF) in the Samba area (Samba District) on May 7 (today), reports IBNLive. "Around 5 AM, BSF personnel observed one person trying to cross over into Indian territory, taking cover of sarkanda (thick bushes) in Ballard forward area (in Samba District)", Deputy Inspector General (DIG) BSF J. S. Oberoi said, reports PTI.
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May - 7 
ANI reported on May 7 that the Central Government will soon issue a new set of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for Kashmiri militants, who want to return to India through the Nepal border to surrender under a special scheme. Union Home Secretary
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ANI reported on May 7 that the Central Government will soon issue a new set of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for Kashmiri militants, who want to return to India through the Nepal border to surrender under a special scheme. Union Home Secretary R.K. Singh on May 6 said that the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has received comments of all stakeholders on the subject and the improved procedures will be out in a few days. Singh said Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police will now come and escort these militants from the border to the State and they will also carry out background checks of these individuals. Over 260 ex-militants have returned to J&K via Nepal.
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May - 7 
Army launched an operation near the Line of Control (LoC) in Budnal forests of Kupwara District after the movement of 4-5 militants was observed in the area. Sources said that helicopters were pressed into service to track the movement of militants.
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Army launched an operation near the Line of Control (LoC) in Budnal forests of Kupwara District after the movement of 4-5 militants was observed in the area. Sources said that helicopters were pressed into service to track the movement of militants. It was not yet clear whether the group is a freshly infiltrated or it was already hiding in the forests.
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May - 7 
Government has taken several steps to protect its websites, but firewalls and other measures did not prevent hackers to hack its websites over 1,000 times since 2010, according to The Times of India. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, R.P.N. S
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Government has taken several steps to protect its websites, but firewalls and other measures did not prevent hackers to hack its websites over 1,000 times since 2010, according to The Times of India. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, R.P.N. Singh on May 7 informed the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) that a total of 303, 308, 371 and 48 Government websites belonging to various ministries and departments were hacked during 2010, 2011, 2012 and up to March 2013, respectively. The minister, in his written reply to a Parliament Question, however, said, "The department of information technology has taken necessary preventive actions to prevent hacking of the government websites/sensitive data". He shared the hacking data that was compiled by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In).
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May - 7 
Handwritten pamphlets, released in the name of Korukonda Dalam (armed squad) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and other tribal organisations, were found in Mampa area of Visakhapatnam District on May 7, reports The Hindu. The pamph
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Handwritten pamphlets, released in the name of Korukonda Dalam (armed squad) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and other tribal organisations, were found in Mampa area of Visakhapatnam District on May 7, reports The Hindu. The pamphlets contained messages asking the tribals to boycott the ‘fake’ panchayat (village level local-self government institution) elections, oppose bauxite mining and to demand that the rights on forests and tribal lands should remain solely with tribals. The other organisations which released the pamphlets are the Adivasi Viplava Mahila Sangham (Revolutionary Tribal Women Organisation) and Adivasi Rythu Sangham (Tribal Rythu Organisation).
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May - 7 
Handwritten pamphlets, released in the name of Korukonda Dalam (armed squad)of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and other tribal organisations, were found in Mampa area of Visakhapatnam District on May 7, reports The Hindu. The pamphl
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Handwritten pamphlets, released in the name of Korukonda Dalam (armed squad)of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and other tribal organisations, were found in Mampa area of Visakhapatnam District on May 7, reports The Hindu. The pamphlets contained messages asking the tribals to boycott the ‘fake’ panchayat (village level local-self government institution) elections, oppose bauxite mining and to demand that the rights on forests and tribal lands should remain solely with tribals. The other organisations which released the pamphlets are the Adivasi Viplava Mahila Sangham (Revolutionary Tribal Women Organisation) and Adivasi Rythu Sangham (Tribal Rythu Organisation).
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May - 7 
Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists (LWEs)] are quietly gearing up to hold the 10th Congress of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during the monsoon in 2013, reports The Times of India. The meeting, to be chaired by the Maoist ‘general se
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Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists (LWEs)] are quietly gearing up to hold the 10th Congress of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during the monsoon in 2013, reports The Times of India. The meeting, to be chaired by the Maoist ‘general secretary’ Muppalla Lakshman Rao alias Ganapathy, is expected to draw the entire top leaders, including Maoist party's all India ‘military chief’ Namballa Kesava Rao alias Basava Raju, ‘guerrilla warfare strategist’ Malla Rajireddy alias Sattenna among others. The meeting, which is usually held once in five years, is expected to also see the participation of at least 1000-1500 key Maoists from the central, regional, zonal and state levels. Nearly 2,000 cadres are expected to provide ‘security cover’ to the meeting. Sources say the meeting among other things would debate over the next generation leadership of the party as most of the top brass of the banned outfit are over 60 years. The 9th Congress was held in 2007 somewhere on the Jharkhand-Chhattisgarh border.
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May - 7 
NSCN-K has expressed serious concern over reports of groups and individuals seeking and levying “tax/donations” in and around Dimapur District in the name of NSCN-K, Nagaland Post reports on May 8. In a statement, NSCN-K ‘military in-charge’ ‘lieuten
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NSCN-K has expressed serious concern over reports of groups and individuals seeking and levying “tax/donations” in and around Dimapur District in the name of NSCN-K, Nagaland Post reports on May 8. In a statement, NSCN-K ‘military in-charge’ ‘lieutenant colonel’ Akaho Sumi directed all business establishments, individuals and the general public not to entertain demands from individuals or groups claiming to be from the NSCN-K without the approval of the designated authorities from the ‘military (finance).’
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May - 7 
Police recovered a huge quantity of groceries from a forest under Bargarh District’s Boden Police Station limits after an exchange of fire with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the morning of May 7, reports The Times of India. T
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Police recovered a huge quantity of groceries from a forest under Bargarh District’s Boden Police Station limits after an exchange of fire with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the morning of May 7, reports The Times of India. There were no casualties on either side, Police said, adding that the Maoists were planning subversive activities in the area to terrorize locals. "We had intensified combing operation in the area following reports of terror plans by the Red rebels," said Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) (Padmapur) Parul Gupta. From the items seized, it appeared that more than 15 Maoists were camping in the forest, she said. The SDPO claimed that they have succeeded in flushing out the extremists from the area.
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May - 7 
Police unearthed a huge arms and ammunition dump belonging to the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the forests of Narsingapur village of Adavi Mutharam mandal (administrative unit) in Karimnagar District in the evening of May 7, report
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Police unearthed a huge arms and ammunition dump belonging to the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the forests of Narsingapur village of Adavi Mutharam mandal (administrative unit) in Karimnagar District in the evening of May 7, reports The Hindu. Police recovered a .303 rifle, a Sten gun, a revolver, a tapancha and ammunition belonging to the .303 rifle, 8 mm rifle and revolver. Incidentally, the .303 and Sten gun belong to the Police Department and the police suspect that the Maoists might have stolen the weapons after attacking the Police stations during one of their raids.
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May - 7 
Security Forces (SFs) in an encounter killed a militant, Tenkhenlo Rengma (27), belonging to the Naga Rengma Hill Protection Force (NRHPF), formed in 2012, at Kaham Rengso hill under Chowkihola Police Station in Karbi Anglong District on May 7, repor
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Security Forces (SFs) in an encounter killed a militant, Tenkhenlo Rengma (27), belonging to the Naga Rengma Hill Protection Force (NRHPF), formed in 2012, at Kaham Rengso hill under Chowkihola Police Station in Karbi Anglong District on May 7, reports The Telegraph. The SFs recovered one .9mm pistol, one AK-47 rifle, two hand grenades and huge cache of assorted ammunition besides 112 rounds of 303 bolt action rifle, 61 rounds of self loading rifle, 59 rounds of AK-56 rifle and 14 rounds of .9mm weapon and a solar operated set for charging communication devices from the camp, adds Nagaland Post. SFs raided the camp initially thought that the cadres belonged to Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT). The NRHPF seeks a regional council for the Rengma tribes living in eastern Bokajan subdivision of the District. The outfit’s identity was established from some documents found in the camp.
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May - 7 
Security Forces on May 7 arrested four persons, including a Policeman posted as security guard at a hotel where Move employees of Srinagar Civil Secretariat have been accommodated, Daily Excelsior reported. “One Pistol, one Pistol magazine, 2 SLR mag
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Security Forces on May 7 arrested four persons, including a Policeman posted as security guard at a hotel where Move employees of Srinagar Civil Secretariat have been accommodated, Daily Excelsior reported. “One Pistol, one Pistol magazine, 2 SLR magazines, 50 SLR, three mobiles, one SIM card, and one pouch was recovered from the arrested persons”, sources added. Police have registered a case (FIR 83/2013) at Police Station Sumbal in Bandipora District under Arms Act and are investigating the case. The arrested Policeman, a resident of Pattan area of Baramulla District, has been identified as Sikander Ramzan Parra (belt no 750) of India Reserve Police (IRP).
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The Army operation against a group of around 7-8 heavily armed militants believed to be recently infiltrated from the Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) through snow covered mountains in Kupwara District continued for second day on May 8, Daily Excelsio
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The Army operation against a group of around 7-8 heavily armed militants believed to be recently infiltrated from the Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) through snow covered mountains in Kupwara District continued for second day on May 8, Daily Excelsior reported. Sources said that Army recovered four haversacks that contained dry fruits, roasted chicken, first-aid and snow cutters from the Budnal forests. “From the recovered food stuff, first aid and snow cutters it looks that the group has infiltrated from PoK recently by taking advantage of snow covered mountain passes”, they added. As reported earlier, the Army had launched the operation on May 7.
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May - 7 
The Border Security Force (BSF) in the morning of May 7 foiled an infiltration attempt of militants backed by Pakistani Rangers’ firing along the International Border (IB) in Ramgarh sector of Samba District by neutralizing the group of militants tha
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The Border Security Force (BSF) in the morning of May 7 foiled an infiltration attempt of militants backed by Pakistani Rangers’ firing along the International Border (IB) in Ramgarh sector of Samba District by neutralizing the group of militants that was trying to enter into the Indian Territory, reports Daily Excelsior. Two groups of nine militants were reportedly moving on Pakistan side across Samba sector for the past few days awaiting an opportunity to sneak into this side. The BSF troopers observed movement of militants trying to infiltrate into this side from Ballarh Post of Ramgarh sector at 5.05am. The troopers immediately resorted to firing to neutralize the militants. Pakistani Rangers also started firing from their posts with a view to give cover to the sneaking militants in violation of the ceasefire agreement (CFA). The firing continued till 5.35am, sources said. “No trace or foot marks of infiltrators were detected along the IB. The militants hadn’t managed to enter into this side. They were reported to have retreated to Pakistan finding the alert security personnel manning the border,” sources said. No casualty was reported.
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May - 7 
The Central Government on May 7 informed the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were manufacturing improvised hand grenades and rocket propelled grenades in their arms manufacturing unit
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The Central Government on May 7 informed the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were manufacturing improvised hand grenades and rocket propelled grenades in their arms manufacturing units in Chhattisgarh, Bihar and Jharkhand, reports The Times of India. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs (MHA) RPN Singh said steps taken to bust these manufacturing units included deployment of Security Forces (SFs) at strategic locations, firm Police action against such unlawful activities and intensified intelligence-based anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operations. In response to another question, the Minister informed the House that 532 companies (53,200 personnel) of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) were deployed in Maoist-affected states, including Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Bihar, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Odisha. The Government, however, decided to provide 10 additional battalions of CAPF (10,000 personnel), including five battalions (5,000 personnel) of Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF) to four LWE-affected states, including Jharkhand, Odisha, Bihar and Chhattisgarh.
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May - 7 
The Central Government on May 7 informed the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were manufacturing improvised hand grenades and rocket propelled grenades in their arms manufacturing unit
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The Central Government on May 7 informed the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were manufacturing improvised hand grenades and rocket propelled grenades in their arms manufacturing units in Chhattisgarh, Bihar and Jharkhand, reports The Times of India. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs (MHA) RPN Singh said steps taken to bust these manufacturing units included deployment of Security Forces (SFs) at strategic locations, firm Police action against such unlawful activities and intensified intelligence-based anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operations. In response to another question, the Minister informed the House that 532 companies (53,200 personnel) of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) were deployed in Maoist-affected states, including Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Bihar, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Odisha. The Government, however, decided to provide 10 additional battalions of CAPF (10,000 personnel), including five battalions (5,000 personnel) of Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF) to four LWE-affected states, including Jharkhand, Odisha, Bihar and Chhattisgarh.
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May - 7 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres abducted three more persons, including a Sarpanch (head of Panchayat, village level local self-government institution) in Mathili Police Station area of Malkangiri District in the night of May 7
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres abducted three more persons, including a Sarpanch (head of Panchayat, village level local self-government institution) in Mathili Police Station area of Malkangiri District in the night of May 7, reports The Hindu. When contacted, Malkangiri Superintendent of Police (SP) Akhileswar Singh confirmed that three to four persons were taken away by force by Maoists from Kiang, Tentuliguma and Kartanpalli villages. Owing to remoteness of the area and lack of mobile communication, details of the incident was still awaited. According to the Police sources, the abducted persons included Kartanpalli Sarpanch Gopi Nayak, a tractor driver and an accountant of a tendu leaf trader. It may be noted that a mobile communication tower of a private company was damaged by Maoists at Kiang on April 24 night affecting communication in the area. Recent abduction was the third one in the area. In April, Maoists abducted three tribal people from Kiang village. Two of the abducted tribal persons, Gopi Pujari and Hatiram Pujari, were killed and their bodies were located near Kiang village on April 25. Maoists also abducted three other tribal people, including an elected nayab (deputy) Sarpanch Budu Nayak from Mahupada village on May 3. The nayab Sarpanch was murdered and his body was located near Mahupada village on May 4. The other two abducted tribal persons, who were small time traders, were released. According to the Police, Maoists of Darava division of adjoining Chhattisgarh were behind the violent activities in Mathili area. Other sources said, some 170 Maoists from Chhattisgarh who are now in the area bordering Malkangiri and Koraput Districts of Odisha and Chhattisgarh are trying strengthen their base in the remote Mathili area through these abductions and killings.
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May - 7 
The Government on May 7 said only one displaced Kashmiri Pandit family has so far returned to the Valley while 4,522 families continue to live in four camps in Jammu, according to The Times of India. Responding to a Parliament question, Union Ministe
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The Government on May 7 said only one displaced Kashmiri Pandit family has so far returned to the Valley while 4,522 families continue to live in four camps in Jammu, according to The Times of India. Responding to a Parliament question, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs RPN Singh said the total amount disbursed by Jammu and Kashmir Government, as part of ex-gratia relief to Kashmiri migrants, was INR 4.47 million between 2010 and 2013.
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May - 7 
The Non-Bodo Suraksha Samiti (NBSS) blocked National Highway (NH)-52 in Sonitpur District for three hours, demanding exclusion of 19 villages dominated by non-Bodos from Udalguri District in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), reports The
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The Non-Bodo Suraksha Samiti (NBSS) blocked National Highway (NH)-52 in Sonitpur District for three hours, demanding exclusion of 19 villages dominated by non-Bodos from Udalguri District in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), reports The Telegraph. The Samiti said the 19 villages fall under Borcholla Assembly constituency of Sonitpur District and were included in the BTAD. NBSS, ‘president’, Gulam Mustafa Ahmed said people were not safe in the BTAD area of Udalguri. He further alleged that there was a plan to include several villages from Pachnoi in Sonitpur District to Jonai in Dhemaji District in the proposed Bodoland, which would do considerable harm to the non-Bodo people.
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May - 7 
The Shillong Times reports on May 8 that the Mizoram Government has resorted to what it termed as “self-repatriation” approach to take back the Bru refugees languishing in North Tripura for 16 years. A meeting of District level core committee on Bru
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The Shillong Times reports on May 8 that the Mizoram Government has resorted to what it termed as “self-repatriation” approach to take back the Bru refugees languishing in North Tripura for 16 years. A meeting of District level core committee on Bru repatriation and settlement at Mamit on May 7 chaired by Deputy Commissioner, V Lalremthanga discussed the ‘self-repatriation’ exercise scheduled to begin from the last week of May. The first phase of the “self-repatriation” is meant for genuine Mizoram citizens in Asapara and Naisingpara who are “willing” to return. Official sources said the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has asked the Mizoram to re-start the stalled rehabilitation of refugees, in coordination with Tripura. According to an official report of the MHA, the Central Government had sanctioned INR 178.6 million to the Mizoram Government during the past two years for the rehabilitation of refugees in their original areas in Mamit District. Meanwhile, majority of Bru refugees in North Tripura District are still reluctant to return to Mizoram even as Mizoram and Tripura Governments, as instructed by the Ministry of Home Affairs, would soon resume the repatriation process, reports Nagaland Post on May 7. President of Mizoram Bru Displaced People’s Forum (MBDPF), A Sawibung said no one in the relief camps, including the MBDPF leaders, were informed about the proposal for fresh repatriation. Times of India reports on May 8 that the Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP), the apex Mizo student body, has advised the Mizoram Government not to undertake the repatriation of Bru refugees, proposed to begin by the end of May, unless the refugees promise in writing that they are willing to return to Mizoram. The MZP leaders, while addressing a press conference in Aizawl, said that the Brus migrated from Mizoram to Tripura and settled in the North Tripura District of their own will and refused to return despite the concerted efforts of the Centre and the Mizoram Government.
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May - 7 
Two Guwahati based TV channels, NE TV and News Time Assam, identified Mukul Hazarika, an Assamese physician based in London, as Abhijeet Asom, the ‘chairman ‘ of the Paresh Baruah-led Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF/UL
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Two Guwahati based TV channels, NE TV and News Time Assam, identified Mukul Hazarika, an Assamese physician based in London, as Abhijeet Asom, the ‘chairman ‘ of the Paresh Baruah-led Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF/ULFA-Independent), reports Times of India. Additional Director General of Police- Special Branch (ADGP-SB) Khagen Sarma said, "It's known to us that Hazarika was in close contact with ULFA hardliners for a long time. But it's difficult to say that whether he is Abhijit Asom."
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May - 7 
Two youths accused of promoting Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] ideology - Sagar Gorkhe and Ramesh Gaychor- wanted by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) since 2011 were arrested by the State Police on May 7, reports The Times of India. The
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Two youths accused of promoting Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] ideology - Sagar Gorkhe and Ramesh Gaychor- wanted by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) since 2011 were arrested by the State Police on May 7, reports The Times of India. The duo was arrested immediately after four activists of Kabir Kala Manch (KKM, street play group) - Sagar Gorkhe, Ramesh Gaychor, Rupali Jadhav and Jyoti Jagtap - surrendered before State Home Minister RR Patil in his office in Mantralaya (Secretariat). "Nearly 393 Naxals have surrendered before the State government. We are open to dialogue with those who indulge in Naxalite movement and want to surrender," Patil said after meeting these youths.
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May - 7 
At least 12 persons were killed and 35 others were injured in a remote-controlled blast when a candidate of the Fazlur Rehman led Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) was conducting his election campaign in Doaba Town of Hangu District on May 7, reports The
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At least 12 persons were killed and 35 others were injured in a remote-controlled blast when a candidate of the Fazlur Rehman led Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) was conducting his election campaign in Doaba Town of Hangu District on May 7, reports The News. District Police Officer (DPO) Sajjad Khan said militants had parked an explosive-laden motorcycle in the main bazaar and triggered the explosion when the JUI-F candidate Mufti Syed Jannan along with his supporters reached there to meet the shopkeepers and seek votes.
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May - 7 
Five persons, including Pakistan People's Party (PPP) leader Muhammad Zahir Shah Khan, were killed in a remote-controlled bomb blast near the Babagam village in Maidan area of Lower Dir District.
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Five persons, including Pakistan People's Party (PPP) leader Muhammad Zahir Shah Khan, were killed in a remote-controlled bomb blast near the Babagam village in Maidan area of Lower Dir District.
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May - 7 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) leader, identified as Malik Bahram Khan, an election candidate for PK-93 Upper Dir-III, and three other companions of him were injured in a remote-controlled bomb attack in Akhagram area of Upper Dir District. None claimed respon
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Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) leader, identified as Malik Bahram Khan, an election candidate for PK-93 Upper Dir-III, and three other companions of him were injured in a remote-controlled bomb attack in Akhagram area of Upper Dir District. None claimed responsibility for the attacks.
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May - 7 
One person was killed and three others were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire at the cavalcade of Awami Jamhoori Ittehad Pakistan (AJIP) ‘chief’ Shahram Khan Tarakai near Baja village in Swabi District. Police sources said Shahram Khan
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One person was killed and three others were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire at the cavalcade of Awami Jamhoori Ittehad Pakistan (AJIP) ‘chief’ Shahram Khan Tarakai near Baja village in Swabi District. Police sources said Shahram Khan and his supporters were on their way back after addressing a rally in Baja village when unidentified assailants opened fire. “The AJIP ‘chief’ remained unhurt in the attack but one of his supporters was killed on the spot,” said a Police official.
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May - 7 
Police arrested a suspected Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militant involved in a number of bank robberies and extortion cases, reports The News. Crime Investigation Department (CID, Operations Wing) Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Mohammed F
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Police arrested a suspected Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militant involved in a number of bank robberies and extortion cases, reports The News. Crime Investigation Department (CID, Operations Wing) Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Mohammed Fayyaz Khan said following a tip-off, his team raided a hideout in the Korangi Industrial Area and after a shoot-out arrested Imran alias Kami. During interrogation, Imran revealed that he was a member of the TTP. He and his associates were involved in the robbery at the Soneri Bank branch in Soldier Bazaar on December 13, 2011, in which they had walked away with PKR 5.2 million. They had also robbed PKR 6.8 million from the UBL Bank branch in Naval Colony. They had looted PKR 1.8 million from the Bank Al-Islami branch near Lasbela Chowk. Imran further disclosed that he was trained in Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and also involved in attacks on military and intelligence personnel. He was instructed by his commander in Waziristan to rob banks in Karachi in order to generate funds for his organisation.
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May - 7 
Police arrested the Karachi ‘chief’ of Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), Qari Shafi Ansari, during a raid at Hub River Road, reports Daily Times. Police also claimed to have recovered two hand grenades, one rifle, one 8mm pistol and TT pistols from his posses
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Police arrested the Karachi ‘chief’ of Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), Qari Shafi Ansari, during a raid at Hub River Road, reports Daily Times. Police also claimed to have recovered two hand grenades, one rifle, one 8mm pistol and TT pistols from his possession. The Police said Ansari is allegedly involved in number of sectarian killings and was made ameer (Chief) of Karachi chapter of the group after the arrest of Hafiz Qasim Rasheed. Ansari was earlier arrested in 2001 but set free in 2008.
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May - 7 
Religious parties in Gilgit and Diamer Districts, including the Ahle Sunnat Waljamat (ASWJ) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), on May 7 called for a new and ‘acceptable’ governing system for the region, terming the existing Gilgit Baltistan (GB) Empowerment a
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Religious parties in Gilgit and Diamer Districts, including the Ahle Sunnat Waljamat (ASWJ) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), on May 7 called for a new and ‘acceptable’ governing system for the region, terming the existing Gilgit Baltistan (GB) Empowerment and Self-Governance Order 2009 ‘biased’, reports Express Tribune. “The existing governance system is unacceptable to us as it has deprived us of our rights,” ASWJ GB chief Qazi Nisar Ahmed told journalists in Gilgit. He accused Chief Minister Mehdi Shah for being biased in favour of a particular sect. “Families of the Sunnis killed were paid Rs 100,000 each while others killed in similar instances were paid Rs 2 million each,” he alleged. GB JI chief Abdul Sami said the strike was meant to protest the 2009 Order and draw the attention of whoever forms the new government following the elections on May 11. A ‘token strike’ was called by parties to register their reservations against the order promulgated by the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) government in 2009. Under the order, elections were held in GB for the first time in history and a Chief Minister and Governor were elected and the PPP became the ruling party. GB was made a de facto province but not under the Constitution. During the strike, protesters carried banners and dispersed peacefully later. However, in a precautionary move all educational institutions, markets, cellular services and the Karakoram Highway remained closed on the Government’s orders. Qazi Nisar Ahmed condemned the mobile phone restriction, arguing it was a non-violent ‘token strike’ against the self-governance order.
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May - 7 
SFs on May 7 freed 13 persons in Kalaya of Orakzai Agency who were abducted by militants from Peshawar January 31, 2012. The hostages included three Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) workers, nine labourers and a Policeman. Sohail Ahmed,
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SFs on May 7 freed 13 persons in Kalaya of Orakzai Agency who were abducted by militants from Peshawar January 31, 2012. The hostages included three Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) workers, nine labourers and a Policeman. Sohail Ahmed, one of the freed WAPDA workers, said he and his co-workers were working at a 132kV grid station in the Gula Khan Bagh area of Badhaber when about 30 armed militants abducted them and took them to the Tirah Valley of Khyber Agency. The militants tortured them and forced them to work as slave labour, he added.
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May - 7 
Two activists of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), identified as Anis Ilyas and Qasim Muzaffar, were shot dead and one other, identified as Jalal Saeed, was injured in an attack on the party’s office in Juma Himayati Goth area of Korangi town in Karach
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Two activists of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), identified as Anis Ilyas and Qasim Muzaffar, were shot dead and one other, identified as Jalal Saeed, was injured in an attack on the party’s office in Juma Himayati Goth area of Korangi town in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 7, reports Dawn.
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May - 7 
Two MQM activists, identified as Muhammad Ali and Muhammad Aslam were shot dead and three others were injured near the Liberty roundabout in Hyderabad city of same District, on May 7, reports Central Asia Online.
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Two MQM activists, identified as Muhammad Ali and Muhammad Aslam were shot dead and three others were injured near the Liberty roundabout in Hyderabad city of same District, on May 7, reports Central Asia Online.
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May - 7 
Unidentified armed assailants abducted three persons from Tump area of Turbat District on May 7, reports Daily Times. According to Levies Force, Muhammad Jan, Muhammad Ibrahim and Wahid Aziz were on their way home when armed assailants took them away
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Unidentified armed assailants abducted three persons from Tump area of Turbat District on May 7, reports Daily Times. According to Levies Force, Muhammad Jan, Muhammad Ibrahim and Wahid Aziz were on their way home when armed assailants took them away to an unidentified location at gunpoint near Mand area.
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May - 7 
Chairman of the Interim Election Council Khil Raj Regmi called on President Ram Baran Yadav at this residence in Kathmandu to discuss issues related to filling of all vacant posts in key state bodies, reports Nepalnews.com. During the meeting, the He
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Chairman of the Interim Election Council Khil Raj Regmi called on President Ram Baran Yadav at this residence in Kathmandu to discuss issues related to filling of all vacant posts in key state bodies, reports Nepalnews.com. During the meeting, the Head of State told Regmi that all vacant posts in key state bodies need to be filled, as per prevailing laws, to ensure good governance. Regmi conveyed to the President that the Government was doing the needful to make appointments to constitutional bodies. He further said that the Government's main focus has always been on holding elections.
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May - 7 
District Police Office in Rolpa District on May 7 said that they have collected 227 illegal weapons since the nationwide arms collection drive began, reports The Himalayan Times. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Saroj Paudel said, “Unauthorised
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District Police Office in Rolpa District on May 7 said that they have collected 227 illegal weapons since the nationwide arms collection drive began, reports The Himalayan Times. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Saroj Paudel said, “Unauthorised weapons were collected from different Police posts after a public notice was issued urging locals to submit their illegal arms on February 15.” 164 weapons were collected till March 28 and 63 more were collected after the Ministry of Home Affairs extended the deadline till April 28. Locals submitted the illegal arms in their possession after District Administration Office and District Police Office jointly circulated a public notice through different local media and police posts in order to make the District an illegal weapon free zone.
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May - 7 
Eleven months after a split in the party, Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal has initiated efforts to improve ties with the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya), reports Kantipuro
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Eleven months after a split in the party, Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal has initiated efforts to improve ties with the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya), reports Kantipuronline.com on May 7 (today). Dahal’s close aide Krishna Bahadur Mahara is reportedly holding consultations with top CPN-Maoist-Baidya leaders in a bid to either form an “alliance” for the polls or unite the party. Dahal is wooing the Baidya party after the Madhesi and Janajati parties rejected a possible election alliance with the UCPN-M.
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May - 7 
On May 7, a Pakistani national and his Nepali associate were arrested at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, reports Hindustan Times. Sheikh Mohammed Fukran (48), a resident of Azizabad in Karachi, was arrested by a team of Nepali Polic
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On May 7, a Pakistani national and his Nepali associate were arrested at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, reports Hindustan Times. Sheikh Mohammed Fukran (48), a resident of Azizabad in Karachi, was arrested by a team of Nepali Police after he landed here on a Qatar Airways flight from Doha. Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth Rs. 1 crore in denominations of 500 and 1000 were recovered from the false bottom of the suitcase carried by the accused, who was dressed as a Muslim preacher. This is the second biggest haul of FICN at the airport this year since arrests of a Pakistani mother-son duo last month with Rs. 45 lakh.
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May - 7 
On May 7, at least six Army personnel sustained injuries following an accidental explosion in Oddusuddan town of Mullaitivu District, reports Colombo Page. According to the Army spokesman, preliminary investigations have revealed that a stock of deto
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On May 7, at least six Army personnel sustained injuries following an accidental explosion in Oddusuddan town of Mullaitivu District, reports Colombo Page. According to the Army spokesman, preliminary investigations have revealed that a stock of detonators hidden by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) had exploded when a soldier dug the ground for the construction work.
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May - 7 
Sri Lanka's Tamil political sources say that several parties in the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) are planning to register the TNA without the support of the major Tamil party Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK), reports Colombo Page on May 8. ITAK al
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Sri Lanka's Tamil political sources say that several parties in the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) are planning to register the TNA without the support of the major Tamil party Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK), reports Colombo Page on May 8. ITAK also known as Federal Party says the TNA could not be registered due to legal barriers. However, the other parties in the alliance are mounting pressure on the ITAK to formally establish the alliance. Sources say that there is a division among the ITAK and the former militant parties, Eelam People's Revolutionary Liberation Front (EPRLF) led by MP Suresh Premachandran, Tamil Eelam Liberation Organization (TELO) led by MP Selvam Adaikalanathan and People's Liberation Organization of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) led by former MP D. Siddarthan which have joined hands to register the TNA. The parties have also joined with the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) leader V. Anandasangaree. Political analysts say that there is a possibility of these parties contesting separately as TNA under TULF, unless TNA would not be recognized before the Northern Provincial Council (NPC) election scheduled for September.
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May - 7 
The Government ruled out the possibility of repealing the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) despite requests by opposition political parties, reports Daily Mirror. In response to a question by Opposition United National Party (UNP) Leader Ranil Wickr
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The Government ruled out the possibility of repealing the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) despite requests by opposition political parties, reports Daily Mirror. In response to a question by Opposition United National Party (UNP) Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe, Prime Minister D.M. Jayaratne told Parliament that though the LTTE was militarily defeated, there were attempts to revamp the organisation in different parts of the world. The Prime Minister said the provisions of the PTA were required to deal with the discovery of weapon hauls hidden by the LTTE. He said the PTA was needed to take action with regard to LTTE suspects who did not surrender after the war ended in 2009.
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May - 8 
Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi requested Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to help expedite the NRC update process to fulfil the consensus arrived at in the May 2005 tripartite meeting involving the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU).
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Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi requested Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to help expedite the NRC update process to fulfil the consensus arrived at in the May 2005 tripartite meeting involving the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU).
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May - 8 
Constable Parshu Markam of Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) was killed and three others were injured in an encounter with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Sukma District on May 8, reports NDTV. A senior Police official said over p
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Constable Parshu Markam of Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) was killed and three others were injured in an encounter with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Sukma District on May 8, reports NDTV. A senior Police official said over phone, "The incident took place in the jungles of Kistaram Police Station area of the District when the CAF jawans (troopers) were on a combing operation in the region early this morning". When the patrolling party reached near the forest of Kistaram village, the Maoists opened indiscriminate fire on them, killing one and injuring three others.
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May - 8 
Nagaland Post reports that in contrast to the recent statement issued by a top functionary of the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) opposing the inclusion of Rongmei and Mao tribes as Scheduled Tribes (STs) of Nagaland, NSCN
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Nagaland Post reports that in contrast to the recent statement issued by a top functionary of the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) opposing the inclusion of Rongmei and Mao tribes as Scheduled Tribes (STs) of Nagaland, NSCN-K kilonser (minister), Wangtin Naga, on May 8, maintained that the group has “nothing to do with the issue”. He said NSCN-K neither supported nor opposed the recognition of the two tribes as STs of Nagaland. In an exclusive interview to Nagaland Post, Wangtin pointed out that NSCN-K had only one political objective-- “Naga sovereignty”. He however said “recognition of the two tribes should be deliberated and discussed between the State Government and Nagas”.
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May - 8 
Odisha and Chhattisgarh Police have seized around eight kilograms explosives besides a 50 metre wire, clothes and posters, belonging to the CPI-Maoist, from a makeshift camp during a joint combing operation, in Dharambandha forest under Sunabeda sanc
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Odisha and Chhattisgarh Police have seized around eight kilograms explosives besides a 50 metre wire, clothes and posters, belonging to the CPI-Maoist, from a makeshift camp during a joint combing operation, in Dharambandha forest under Sunabeda sanctuary of Koraput District, on May 8, reports The Pioneer. Nuapada Superintendent of Police (SP) Umashankar Das said the Police along with Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawans seized the explosives.
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May - 8 
On May 8 Government approved the National Cyber Security Policy that aims to create a secure computing environment in the country and build capacities to strengthen the current set up with focus on manpower training, according hindubusinessline.com.
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On May 8 Government approved the National Cyber Security Policy that aims to create a secure computing environment in the country and build capacities to strengthen the current set up with focus on manpower training, according hindubusinessline.com. The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approved the policy which stresses on augmenting India’s indigenous capabilities in terms of developing the cyber security set up. “CCS met today and approved the National Cyber Security Policy, which sets a road map for strengthening cyber security of the country by building capacities in the country, training manpower etc,” a source said after the meeting. Besides, cyber security intelligence forms an integral component to be able to anticipate attacks and quickly adopt counter measures.
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May - 8 
On the occasion of World Red Cross Day (May 8), State Governor Ashwani Kumar has called for peace and “control of weapons” in the State and throughout the world.
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On the occasion of World Red Cross Day (May 8), State Governor Ashwani Kumar has called for peace and “control of weapons” in the State and throughout the world.
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May - 8 
Six Sri Lankan nationals were arrested at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in New Delhi on May 8 for carrying Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) of INR 28,000 face value, reports The Times of India. "On questioning, it was found that four
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Six Sri Lankan nationals were arrested at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in New Delhi on May 8 for carrying Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) of INR 28,000 face value, reports The Times of India. "On questioning, it was found that four of them had already entered the terminal after purchasing tickets from Akbar Travels for Rs 45,288," said Hemendra Singh, Public Relations Officer (PRO), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). When Akbar Travels was asked to checked the notes, it was found that 26 notes of INR 1,000 denomination were fake.
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May - 8 
State Police on May 8 claimed to have picked up veteran ‘central committee’ member of Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) Anukul Chandra Naskar alias Pareshda (65) from Cachar District, reports The Telegraph. He had joined the organisation i
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State Police on May 8 claimed to have picked up veteran ‘central committee’ member of Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) Anukul Chandra Naskar alias Pareshda (65) from Cachar District, reports The Telegraph. He had joined the organisation in 1967 and became a member of its central committee in 1985. He was made a Politburo member in 2004. He looked after the outfit’s eastern wing, comprising West Bengal, Assam, Jharkhand, Tripura and Arunachal Pradesh. The development comes close on the heels of the arrest of CPI (Maoist) ‘central committee’ member Aklanta Rabha and another Maoist leader Siraj Rabha alias Dipesh on April 26.
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May - 8 
Suspected cadres of the People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) shot dead two persons at Bartoli under Kamdara Police Station of Gumla District late on May 8, reports The Time
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Suspected cadres of the People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) shot dead two persons at Bartoli under Kamdara Police Station of Gumla District late on May 8, reports The Times of India. The deceased have been identified as Sabal Topno, a resident of Kotbo-Tukutoli and Sunil Surin of Piphi-Bimatoli under the same Police Station. Police recovered eight blank cartridges from the spot. "Topno and Surin had criminal cases against them and both had been to the jail in 2011," said Arjun Purty, the Officer-in-Charge of Kamdara Police Station.
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May - 8 
The Breakaway faction of Achik National volunteer Council (ANVC-B) has asked the State and the Central Government to expedite the final peace settlement with the outfit and all its breakaway factions, according to a report of May 8. ANVC-B leader Rim
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The Breakaway faction of Achik National volunteer Council (ANVC-B) has asked the State and the Central Government to expedite the final peace settlement with the outfit and all its breakaway factions, according to a report of May 8. ANVC-B leader Rimpu Marak said that the delay in finalizing the peace pact may lead to the possibility of emergence of other militant outfits. “The earlier the solution, the better it is for ensuring peace in the State,” he said. It may be mentioned that Norrok X Momin, who was earlier a part of the ANVC-B, deserted the outfit and formed the United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA) recently. The Union Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs headed by the Prime Minister is currently examining the final peace settlement.
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May - 8 
The Government has found evidence that terrorist camps were being run on Indian soil by banned Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and right wing majoritarian groups, according to Zee News. Minister of State for Home Affairs, R.P.N. Singh on Ma
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The Government has found evidence that terrorist camps were being run on Indian soil by banned Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and right wing majoritarian groups, according to Zee News. Minister of State for Home Affairs, R.P.N. Singh on May 8 informed Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament) that in two cases investigated by National Investigation Agency (NIA), evidence has come that training camps were organised by Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and right wing majoritarian groups or their cadres. Singh said NIA has arrested 33 accused belonging to SIMI and 26 accused belonging to majoritarian groups and charge sheet in these cases have been laid in the concerned courts.
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May - 8 
The investigative cable, WikiLeaks revealed that Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was behind February 18, 2007 Samjhauta Express blast, niticentral.com reports on May 8. It revealed that LeT’s Arif Qasmani was behind Samjhauta Express bombings. According to the
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The investigative cable, WikiLeaks revealed that Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was behind February 18, 2007 Samjhauta Express blast, niticentral.com reports on May 8. It revealed that LeT’s Arif Qasmani was behind Samjhauta Express bombings. According to the WikiLeaks: “Qasmani has worked with LeT to facilitate other terrorist attacks, to include the July 2006 train bombing in Mumbai, India, and the February 2007 Samjhauta Express bombing in Panipat, India.” Wikileaks also reveal that Arif Qasmani was involved in fundraising for LeT. “In return for Qasmani’s support, al-Qaida provided Qasmani with operatives to support the July 2006 train bombing in Mumbai, India, and the February 2007 Samjhauta Express bombing in Panipat, India.”The investigative cable, WikiLeaks revealed that Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was behind February 18, 2007 Samjhauta Express blast, niticentral.com reports on May 8. It revealed that LeT’s Arif Qasmani was behind Samjhauta Express bombings. According to the WikiLeaks: “Qasmani has worked with LeT to facilitate other terrorist attacks, to include the July 2006 train bombing in Mumbai, India, and the February 2007 Samjhauta Express bombing in Panipat, India.” Wikileaks also reveal that Arif Qasmani was involved in fundraising for LeT. “In return for Qasmani’s support, al-Qaida provided Qasmani with operatives to support the July 2006 train bombing in Mumbai, India, and the February 2007 Samjhauta Express bombing in Panipat, India.”
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May - 8 
The North East Students' Organization (NESO) on May 8 met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and pressed for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) across the state in a single phase instead of three phases as proposed by the government,
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The North East Students' Organization (NESO) on May 8 met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and pressed for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) across the state in a single phase instead of three phases as proposed by the government,
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May - 8 
The Sangai Express reports on May 8 that the Kuki National Organisation / Kuki National Army (KNO/KNA) has decreed that the Transport Contractors intending to transport food grains and sugar from FCI depots to various Principal Distribution Centres (
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The Sangai Express reports on May 8 that the Kuki National Organisation / Kuki National Army (KNO/KNA) has decreed that the Transport Contractors intending to transport food grains and sugar from FCI depots to various Principal Distribution Centres (PDCs) on Sadar Hills routes must take the approval/consent from the outfit. Negligence in this regard would not be tolerated at any cost, said a press release issued by the outfit.
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May - 8 
The Sangai Express reports that the United Committee Manipur (UCM) and All Manipur United Clubs’ Organisation (AMUCO) have decided to jointly observe the June 18 anniversary at Kekrupat in Imphal West District from 2013. 18 protesters were killed whi
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The Sangai Express reports that the United Committee Manipur (UCM) and All Manipur United Clubs’ Organisation (AMUCO) have decided to jointly observe the June 18 anniversary at Kekrupat in Imphal West District from 2013. 18 protesters were killed while several others sustained injuries while protesting the Bangkok declaration of the Government of India and NSCN-IM granting ceasefire without territorial limits on June 18, 2001. The UCM had since then observed the day separately as ‘The Great June Uprising’ while the same day had been observed as ‘Unity Day’ by the AMUCO.
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May - 8 
The Supreme Court (SC) on May 8 directed the Centre to finalize the modalities for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state by July 16, reports Times of India. The Registrar General of India (RGI) recently gave its nod to update
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The Supreme Court (SC) on May 8 directed the Centre to finalize the modalities for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state by July 16, reports Times of India. The Registrar General of India (RGI) recently gave its nod to update the document in seven Districts, but no schedule has been announced yet. While hearing a writ petition filed by an NGO, Assam Public Works (APW), Justices Ranjan Gogoi and HL Gokhale also directed the Central Government to submit the modalities along with forms before the court on July 16. The court said that it will monitor the whole process. In addition, the Central Government told the SC that it had decided to fix January 1, 1966, as the cut-off date for inclusion of citizens’ names in the NRC to prevent illegal migrants from staying on in Assam adds The Telegraph.
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May - 8 
The Unified Command of Odisha, headed by the State Chief Secretary, met in Bhubaneswar on May 8 to take stock of the situation and chalk out strategies for containing CPI-Maoist perpetrated violence in Malkangiri District of Odisha, reports The Times
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The Unified Command of Odisha, headed by the State Chief Secretary, met in Bhubaneswar on May 8 to take stock of the situation and chalk out strategies for containing CPI-Maoist perpetrated violence in Malkangiri District of Odisha, reports The Times of India. Odisha State Government is worried over the sudden rise in CPI-Maoist violence in the interior areas of Malkangiri District, particularly in Mathilli block, which in the last few weeks has witnessed a number of kidnappings, murders and destruction of public property. The meeting took place amid intelligence reports that the extremists are planning to blow up the nearly a 110-meter-long Kiang Bridge; the only connection to the rather inaccessible hilly and heavily forested Mathili area, bordering Chhattisgarh. "There is a security camp at Mathilil, but forces hardly move into the interior areas crossing the bridge out of fear of being ambushed by the extremists. If the bridge is destroyed the area will be totally cut off," official sources pointed out.
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May - 8 
18 persons were injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast near Sitara Bakery of Mehmoodabad area, reports The News
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18 persons were injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast near Sitara Bakery of Mehmoodabad area, reports The News
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May - 8 
A dead body in a gunny bag, identified as Fayyaz Haqnawaz, was found near Ghani Chowrangi area within the jurisdiction of SITE-B Police Station.
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A dead body in a gunny bag, identified as Fayyaz Haqnawaz, was found near Ghani Chowrangi area within the jurisdiction of SITE-B Police Station.
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May - 8 
A person, identified as Qari Hakim was shot dead in Super Market within the remits of Sohrab Goth Police Station, reports Daily Times.
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A person, identified as Qari Hakim was shot dead in Super Market within the remits of Sohrab Goth Police Station, reports Daily Times.
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May - 8 
A policeman and two women were killed and 27 others injured as a suicide bomber rammed his explosives-laden car into Domail Police Station in Bannu city of same District at 5:00am. Officials said the bomber drove the car through the densely populated
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A policeman and two women were killed and 27 others injured as a suicide bomber rammed his explosives-laden car into Domail Police Station in Bannu city of same District at 5:00am. Officials said the bomber drove the car through the densely populated area before hitting the Police Station, destroying the building and several nearby houses and shops. Police constable Rehmanullah and two women were killed and 27, mostly children and women, suffered injuries in the attack. The bomb disposal unit personnel said 400kg explosives were used in the explosion, which created an eight feet deep crater.
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May - 8 
A Policeman, identified as Dilawar Khan, was shot dead by unidentified armed assailants in Frontier Colony within the remits of Pirabad Police Station.
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A Policeman, identified as Dilawar Khan, was shot dead by unidentified armed assailants in Frontier Colony within the remits of Pirabad Police Station.
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May - 8 
A security official was killed and another injured in a landmine explosion in Shahidano Dhand area of Parachinar in Kurram Agency, reports Dawn. Local officials said the two security personnel were on routine patrol in the area when a landmine plante
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A security official was killed and another injured in a landmine explosion in Shahidano Dhand area of Parachinar in Kurram Agency, reports Dawn. Local officials said the two security personnel were on routine patrol in the area when a landmine planted by militants on a village track exploded, killing one of them and injuring the other.
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May - 8 
Another dead body of a man was found near Lyari express way of Yasinabad area within the limits of Jauharabad Police Station.
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Another dead body of a man was found near Lyari express way of Yasinabad area within the limits of Jauharabad Police Station.
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May - 8 
At least 14 persons were injured in two hand grenades attack by unidentified assailants at a hotel near eastern bypass area of Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, on May 8, reports Dawn.
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At least 14 persons were injured in two hand grenades attack by unidentified assailants at a hotel near eastern bypass area of Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, on May 8, reports Dawn.
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May - 8 
At least 23 persons were injured in a bomb attack in Mehboobabad area of Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh on May 8, reports Central Asia Online.
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At least 23 persons were injured in a bomb attack in Mehboobabad area of Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh on May 8, reports Central Asia Online.
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May - 8 
At least nine militants were killed and their three hideouts destroyed in an operation by Security Forces (SFs) in Mamozai and surrounding areas of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 8, reports Daily Times. According
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At least nine militants were killed and their three hideouts destroyed in an operation by Security Forces (SFs) in Mamozai and surrounding areas of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 8, reports Daily Times. According to details, SFs engaged the suspected militants in Mamozai and surrounding areas with heavy artillery fire. In SFs’ bombing three hideouts were destroyed resulting in the death of nine militants injury to several others. Sources said that death toll may rise further as many militants were reported buried under the rubble of destroyed hideouts.
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May - 8 
Five persons, including three Policemen, were injured in a hand grenade attack in Dera Ismail Khan City of same District. Police said unidentified persons hurled a hand grenade partially damaging part of the house injuring two persons. Police rushed
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Five persons, including three Policemen, were injured in a hand grenade attack in Dera Ismail Khan City of same District. Police said unidentified persons hurled a hand grenade partially damaging part of the house injuring two persons. Police rushed to the place but when they reached there, a roadside improvised explosive device exploded destroying their van and injuring Police Constables Mohammad Timur and Inayatullah and driver Gulam Fareed.
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May - 8 
Militants abducted five personnel of the Levies force after blowing up their post in Johaan area of Kalat District, reports Dawn. Militants entered the building of Police post and placed explosive devices there and detonated them. “The building was b
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Militants abducted five personnel of the Levies force after blowing up their post in Johaan area of Kalat District, reports Dawn. Militants entered the building of Police post and placed explosive devices there and detonated them. “The building was blown up by the powerful explosion,” sources said, adding that attackers took away five Levies personnel.
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May - 8 
Police on May 8, arrested three TTP targeted killers and recovered suicide jackets and explosives from Zeal Pak Colony of Hyderabad city of same District, reports Central Asia Online. Militants confessed to killing of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) c
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Police on May 8, arrested three TTP targeted killers and recovered suicide jackets and explosives from Zeal Pak Colony of Hyderabad city of same District, reports Central Asia Online. Militants confessed to killing of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) candidate Fakhr-ul-Islam on April 11, 2013, in Hyderabad.
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May - 8 
Rangers arrested around three dozen militants during different targeted raids and operations across the Karachi, reports Daily Times. According to details, Rangers’ officials said that the raids were conducted in various parts of the city including B
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Rangers arrested around three dozen militants during different targeted raids and operations across the Karachi, reports Daily Times. According to details, Rangers’ officials said that the raids were conducted in various parts of the city including Badia Town, Miran Naka, Machar Colony, Kimari, Model Colony, Itehad Town, Frontier Colony, Kunwari Colony, Orangi, Safora Chowrangi, Pahar Gunj and Sajan Goth. Spokesman of Rangers further said that the arrests were made during door-to-door search operation. Large number of Rangers personnel participated in the operation while the entire localities were cordoned off during the operation hours, he said. He also stated that 52 weapons of different calibers including SMGs, Rifles and mixed ammunitions were also recovered from the possession.
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May - 8 
Three activists of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), identified as Qasim Saeed, Anis Ilyas and Bilal Ahmed, were shot dead and one other, identified as Muhammad Hussain was injured by unidentified assailants in Jumma Goth area within the premises of Ib
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Three activists of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), identified as Qasim Saeed, Anis Ilyas and Bilal Ahmed, were shot dead and one other, identified as Muhammad Hussain was injured by unidentified assailants in Jumma Goth area within the premises of Ibrahim Hydri Police Station of Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 8, reports Daily Times.
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May - 8 
Two cadres of the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were shot dead by their colleagues in Mianwali Colony of Karachi, reports Dawn.
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Two cadres of the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were shot dead by their colleagues in Mianwali Colony of Karachi, reports Dawn.
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May - 8 
Two persons were killed and 18 others, including a Policeman, women and some children, injured in a remote-controlled blast in Jani Chowk of Hangu Bazaar in Hangu District. Police said the bomb was planted in a handcart parked on Railway Road in Hang
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Two persons were killed and 18 others, including a Policeman, women and some children, injured in a remote-controlled blast in Jani Chowk of Hangu Bazaar in Hangu District. Police said the bomb was planted in a handcart parked on Railway Road in Hangu Bazaar. Police Sub-Inspector and platoon commander Ahmad Hussain was among the injured.
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May - 8 
Two Policemen, a woman and a suicide bomber were killed and another militant arrested with a suicide vest during an encounter in Rasheed Garhi area of Peshawar (Peshawar District), the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on May 8 evening, repor
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Two Policemen, a woman and a suicide bomber were killed and another militant arrested with a suicide vest during an encounter in Rasheed Garhi area of Peshawar (Peshawar District), the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on May 8 evening, reports Dawn. According to an official, terrorists hurled grenades at Police when they launched an operation in the locality. Elite Force personnel Misbahullah of Mian Gujar and Wahab Ali of Mashogagar of Badbher were killed and a woman and a child injured. The Police official said an injured intending suicide bomber had been arrested and he had identified himself as Saadat Khan. City Police Chief Liaquat Ali Khan told reporters that another suicide bomber had blown himself up in a house, killing a woman. He said the militant had forced his way into the building after attacking Police, but detonated his suicide vest after police surrounded the house.
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May - 8 
Unidentified militants fired rockets at the Frontier Corps (FC) checkpost in Kohlu District, reports Daily Times. No casuality or injury was reported.
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Unidentified militants fired rockets at the Frontier Corps (FC) checkpost in Kohlu District, reports Daily Times. No casuality or injury was reported.
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May - 8 
Top leaders from Nepali Congress (NC) and UCPN-M on May 8 have decided to intensify talks with other political parties to help the Government conduct elections, reports Nepalnews.com. The leaders, who met at NC President Sushil Koirala's residence in
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Top leaders from Nepali Congress (NC) and UCPN-M on May 8 have decided to intensify talks with other political parties to help the Government conduct elections, reports Nepalnews.com. The leaders, who met at NC President Sushil Koirala's residence in Maharajgunj of Kapilvastu District also agreed to urge the Government to approve election ordinances soon.
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May - 8 
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led 18-party alliance on May 8 enforced countrywide daylong hartal (general shutdown) marked by stray incidents and people’s lives, economy and education were disrupted, reports The Daily Star. The shutdown forced t
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Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led 18-party alliance on May 8 enforced countrywide daylong hartal (general shutdown) marked by stray incidents and people’s lives, economy and education were disrupted, reports The Daily Star. The shutdown forced the Government to reschedule May 9’s (today’s) Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and its equivalent examinations for May 31. Hartal supporters torched a three wheeler in Dhaka city’s Mirpur and exploded several homemade bombs. However, no casualty was reported. In Sarail sub-District of Brahmanbaria District, a Police official was injured in an attack by activists of BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI). In Bogra town of Bogra District, JeI and its student wing Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres torched tyres and explodeed at least five homemade bombs at a Police vehicle.
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May - 8 
State minister for Law, Advocate Quamrul Islam alleged that May 5’s mayhem in Paltan area of Dhaka city, carried out by the HeI, was funded by the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan, reports The Independent. He also said that the main opp
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State minister for Law, Advocate Quamrul Islam alleged that May 5’s mayhem in Paltan area of Dhaka city, carried out by the HeI, was funded by the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan, reports The Independent. He also said that the main opposition BNP and JeI had led the attacks. The minister said this at a human chain held at the Bangabandhu Avenue in Dhaka city. Sammilito Awami Jote organised the human chain programme, in protest against the two-day (May 8 and 9) down-to-dusk hartal called by the BNP.
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May - 8 
The Communist Party of Bangladesh (CPB) and the Bangladesher Samajtantrik Dal (BSD) demanded immediate ban on HeI, JeI and ICS for creating anarchy across the country, reports New Age. The two left-leaning parties made the demand at a joint rally in
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The Communist Party of Bangladesh (CPB) and the Bangladesher Samajtantrik Dal (BSD) demanded immediate ban on HeI, JeI and ICS for creating anarchy across the country, reports New Age. The two left-leaning parties made the demand at a joint rally in front of the National Press Club in Dhaka city protesting against the vandalisms at CPB office on May 5, during the HeI’s rally in the capital. CPB president Mujahidul Islam Selim, who chaired the rally, said that the HeI, JeI and ICS cadres attacked the party office and destroyed huge public and private property. The leaders of the parties also blamed the main opposition BNP for extending support to HeI.
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May - 9 
A combined team of Bishnupur District Police commandos and troops of 18th Sikh Regiment arrested a Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre identified as Maibam Bijoy during a search operation conducted at Phoijing Kaboklei Mini Bazar in Bishnupur Distri
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A combined team of Bishnupur District Police commandos and troops of 18th Sikh Regiment arrested a Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre identified as Maibam Bijoy during a search operation conducted at Phoijing Kaboklei Mini Bazar in Bishnupur District on May 9. One 9mm pistol marked as ‘CZ 75B CAL 9 LUGER, made in Czech Republic’ along with four live rounds and three mobile handsets with SIM cards were recovered from his possession. On interrogation, it was revealed that he was involved in the extortion and serving monetary demand notes to Pradhans, Members of Gram Panchayats (village level local self-government), general public, Government officials of Nambol area, said a press release issued by Bishnupur Superintendant of Police, Th Radheshyam.
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May - 9 
A top-ranking Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Marpu Venkataramana alias Jagadish was arrested by the District Police at Anakapalle in Visakhapatnam District on May 9, reports The Hindu. Venkata Ramana, who is carrying a reward of
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A top-ranking Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Marpu Venkataramana alias Jagadish was arrested by the District Police at Anakapalle in Visakhapatnam District on May 9, reports The Hindu. Venkata Ramana, who is carrying a reward of INR 2 million on his head, had served as East Division Committee secretary in the past. He is now a State Committee member of the Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC). “He was involved in a number of encounters in the past including the Gunukurai encounter. He had sustained a leg injury and was taking treatment at some undisclosed place. He was arrested while trying to escape from Anakapalle,” Narsipatnam Officer on Special Duty (OSD) A.R. Damodar told The Hindu.
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May - 9 
Arrested Pro-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) member Manoj Rajbongshi alias Anupam confessed that he along with three others, had triggered a crude bomb explosion in Chandmari area of Guwahati city on April 29 to create a f
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Arrested Pro-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) member Manoj Rajbongshi alias Anupam confessed that he along with three others, had triggered a crude bomb explosion in Chandmari area of Guwahati city on April 29 to create a fear psychosis, reports Times of India. The ULFA-PTF member was arrested on charges of extortion May 9.
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May - 9 
Chhattisgarh Government has extended the ban on Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and its six frontal organisations by one more year, on May 9, reports The Pioneer. CPI-Maoist was first banned along with its affiliates in April 2006 under
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Chhattisgarh Government has extended the ban on Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and its six frontal organisations by one more year, on May 9, reports The Pioneer. CPI-Maoist was first banned along with its affiliates in April 2006 under section three of Chhattisgarh Special Public Security Act, 2005 and since then the State Government has been extending it every year. The six frontal organisations are Dandakaranya Adivasi Kisan Mazdoor Sangh, Krantikari Adivasi Mahila Sangh, Krantikari Adivasi Balak Sangh, Krantikari Kisan Committee, Mahila Mukti Manch and Jantana Sarkar.
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May - 9 
Director General of Assam Police (DGP), JN Choudhury observed that maintaining law and order in the state should be a national issue as any disturbance in the State affects communication to the entire North East region, reports The Assam Tribune. He
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Director General of Assam Police (DGP), JN Choudhury observed that maintaining law and order in the state should be a national issue as any disturbance in the State affects communication to the entire North East region, reports The Assam Tribune. He further said that with the implementation of the Look East policy of the Government of India, the importance of Assam would increase further. Centre should provide help to the Government of Assam to increase the number of police stations, Choudhury added. The DGP revealed that at present, the strength of the Police in Assam is much less than what is required and the State has 330 police stations to cover 80,000 square kilometre area, while, ideally there should be one police station to cover an area of 150 to 200 square kilometre and one in 100 square kilometre in the sixth schedule areas. This will increase the presence of civil police on the ground and it will be of great help in dealing with problems like ethnic tensions, he said.
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May - 9 
Police on May 9 arrested six extortionists including a Pro-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) member Manoj Rajbongshi alias Anupam, for demanding money from a Government official in Guwahati in Kamrup (metro), reports Times o
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Police on May 9 arrested six extortionists including a Pro-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) member Manoj Rajbongshi alias Anupam, for demanding money from a Government official in Guwahati in Kamrup (metro), reports Times of India. He joined the ULFA-PTF a few years ago and masterminded the extortion racket, said city SSP A P Tiwari. The other five members have been identified as Bhaskar Singha of Noonmati sector one, Sanjib Das of Sonapur in Nalbari district, Sunil Das of Sualkuchi, Krishna Barman of Banekuchi in Nalbari District and Hemen Deka of Noonmati area were known as bad elements.
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 9 arrested a person, John Haokip, who was about to launch a Kuki militant group on the behest of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), in Karbi Anglong District, reports The Telegraph. Based on
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 9 arrested a person, John Haokip, who was about to launch a Kuki militant group on the behest of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), in Karbi Anglong District, reports The Telegraph. Based on Haokip’s revelation, SFs on May 10 recovered two Self-loading Rifles (SLRs).
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May - 9 
Suspected Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) militants fired at adjoining labour camps in Assam -West Bengal border Districts of Dhubri-Cooch Behar injuring two labourers on May 9, reports The Telegraph. Later, one of the labourers, Monowar Hussa
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Suspected Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) militants fired at adjoining labour camps in Assam -West Bengal border Districts of Dhubri-Cooch Behar injuring two labourers on May 9, reports The Telegraph. Later, one of the labourers, Monowar Hussain (22), succumbed to his injuries on May 10 the other one identified as Dadhimohan Roy is undergoing treatment in Dhubri. Police sources and eyewitnesses said four militants, armed with sophisticated weapons, came on two motorbikes without number plates around 8.30pm and opened fire on a labour camp at Bouserkuti under Golokganj police station in Dhubri District of Assam and then on a camp at Mansai in Cooch Behar District of West Bengal. The labourers were hired by Guwahati-based construction, Hi-Tech Company, to construct a bridge over the Raidak River, which flows along the inter-state border. An intelligence source said the KLO had demanded a huge amount of money from Hi-Tech but the company reportedly did not cough it up, leading to the attack.
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May - 9 
The Director General of Police (DGP) in Jharkhand has vowed to visit the Maoist-affected areas frequently in the State, where the Maoists have killed over 400 Security Force (SF) personnel in the past 12 years.
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The Director General of Police (DGP) in Jharkhand has vowed to visit the Maoist-affected areas frequently in the State, where the Maoists have killed over 400 Security Force (SF) personnel in the past 12 years.
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May - 9 
The house of Dima Hasao District Congress party President, Mohendra Kemprai, was attacked on May 9 in an autonomous council poll related violence injuring three persons in the District, reports Times of India. The incident occurred in Hamri constitue
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The house of Dima Hasao District Congress party President, Mohendra Kemprai, was attacked on May 9 in an autonomous council poll related violence injuring three persons in the District, reports Times of India. The incident occurred in Hamri constituency of Dima Hasao Autonomous Council (DHAC), elections for which are to be held on May 20. Police is investigating the incident and search operation has been launched for the attackers. Kemprai had filed an First Information Report (FIR) against five persons, three senior leaders of the Jewel Gorlosa faction of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD-J) / Black Widow (BW) and two junior members adds The Telegraph. In the same constituency earlier on May 8, assailants had damaged a vehicle of Independent candidate Debolal Gorlosa who has lodged an FIR with the police regarding the incident.
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May - 9 
Two young Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] sympathisers, including a school girl, were arrested from Kaika village of Bijapur District, on May 9, reports The Pioneer. Both have admitted that they were helping Dinesh, a member of Gangalur local opera
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Two young Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] sympathisers, including a school girl, were arrested from Kaika village of Bijapur District, on May 9, reports The Pioneer. Both have admitted that they were helping Dinesh, a member of Gangalur local operating squad of the Communist Party of India- Maoist (CPI-Maoist) for supplying commodities of regular use to Naxals, besides acting as messengers for him. They were identified as Manju Avlam (18) and Aytu Avlam (21). An official said "A few letters of communication with Maoists, Naxal literature and a couple of sharp-edged weapons have been recovered from their possession". Manju is a ninth grade student in a government school of Bahairmagdh village.
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May - 9 
Union Minister of State for Home, Mullapally Ramachandran informed the Parliament that the subject (Dawood Ibrahim) has not been located so far and the extradition process would be initiated once his location is known, The Times of India reports on M
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Union Minister of State for Home, Mullapally Ramachandran informed the Parliament that the subject (Dawood Ibrahim) has not been located so far and the extradition process would be initiated once his location is known, The Times of India reports on May 10. In a written reply to Shiv Sena member Pratap Jadhav, Ramachandran said that a Red Corner Notice issued in March 1993 is in existence and the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has also issued a special notice in March 2006 against the accused.
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May - 9 
Zeliangrong Baudi Nagaland (ZB-N), and Zeliangrong Students Union Nagaland (ZSUN) have issued a clarification with regard to recognition of Rongmei tribe. ZB-N secretary, Azeu Namcyn Hau and ZSUN president, Penam in a release stated the Rongmei was n
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Zeliangrong Baudi Nagaland (ZB-N), and Zeliangrong Students Union Nagaland (ZSUN) have issued a clarification with regard to recognition of Rongmei tribe. ZB-N secretary, Azeu Namcyn Hau and ZSUN president, Penam in a release stated the Rongmei was not recognized as a whole, but to those who settled prior to 1963 in Nagaland.
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May - 9 
A Balochistan Constabulary operative was killed while six others were injured when the election rally of PML-N candidate Akber Askani came under attack in the Mand area of Kech District, on May 9, reports The Express Tribune. An official of the Baloc
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A Balochistan Constabulary operative was killed while six others were injured when the election rally of PML-N candidate Akber Askani came under attack in the Mand area of Kech District, on May 9, reports The Express Tribune. An official of the Balochistan Levies, Nasir Ali, told that the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) candidate of PB-50, Akber Askani, was on his way to campaign for elections when unidentified assailants opened indiscriminate fire on his cavalcade. The Baloch Liberation Front (BLF) claimed responsibility for the attack.
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May - 9 
A bomb planted at the main gate of an ANP election office in Yar Hussain village of Swabi District went off, partially destroying the structure. No one was reported injured or killed.
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A bomb planted at the main gate of an ANP election office in Yar Hussain village of Swabi District went off, partially destroying the structure. No one was reported injured or killed.
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May - 9 
A boy was killed and four others injured when an explosive device went off inside a playground in Rashkai area of Bajaur Agency, reports Dawn. Local residents and officials said the blast occurred during the final of a cricket tournament.
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A boy was killed and four others injured when an explosive device went off inside a playground in Rashkai area of Bajaur Agency, reports Dawn. Local residents and officials said the blast occurred during the final of a cricket tournament.
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May - 9 
A primary school was blown up in Ghot Raisani area of Dhadar, Balochistan. Levies sources said that militants planted explosive material at the primary school designated as a polling station.
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A primary school was blown up in Ghot Raisani area of Dhadar, Balochistan. Levies sources said that militants planted explosive material at the primary school designated as a polling station.
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May - 9 
An internally displaced person was killed and six others were injured when a bomb planted at the office of NA-41’s candidate exploded in Mir Ali tehsil (revenue unit) of North Waziristan Agency on May 9, reports The Express Tribune. An official of th
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An internally displaced person was killed and six others were injured when a bomb planted at the office of NA-41’s candidate exploded in Mir Ali tehsil (revenue unit) of North Waziristan Agency on May 9, reports The Express Tribune. An official of the political administration in Mir Ali said that around 3:00pm a huge explosion occurred in Mir Ali Bazaar.
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May - 9 
At least six persons including three Policemen were killed and more than 10 others injured in a remote controlled blast near a Police van in Sarmal Nusratkhail area in Torghar town of same District on May 9, reports Daily Times. According to Police,
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At least six persons including three Policemen were killed and more than 10 others injured in a remote controlled blast near a Police van in Sarmal Nusratkhail area in Torghar town of same District on May 9, reports Daily Times. According to Police, militants detonated a remote-controlled device concealed in sand near the River Indus. A police party was deployed to check the passengers of ferries moving from Judbah to Darband and other parts of Hazara when the blast occurred.
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May - 9 
Former Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani’s son, Ali Haider Gilani (27), was abducted by unidentified assailants on the outskirts of Multan city of same District, on May 9, reports Daily Times. Officials said his secretary and a bodyguard were killed
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Former Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani’s son, Ali Haider Gilani (27), was abducted by unidentified assailants on the outskirts of Multan city of same District, on May 9, reports Daily Times. Officials said his secretary and a bodyguard were killed and four persons were injured. “People came on a motorbike. They also had a car with them and they opened fire and abducted Yousaf Raza Gilani’s son Ali Haider in a black Honda,” Police officer Khurram Shakur told reporters. There was no claim of responsibility for the abduction. Yousaf Raza Gilani alleged that the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has abducted his son. “The election is a national obligation and we will not boycott,” he said. “Kidnapping of my son following killing of his secretary in a firing attack is a horrific incident,” he added.
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May - 9 
The ANP party’s election office was partially destroyed when explosives planted by unidentified militants went off in the Bhalola area of Charsadda District. Official said that unidentified militants had planted a remote-controlled bomb at the electi
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The ANP party’s election office was partially destroyed when explosives planted by unidentified militants went off in the Bhalola area of Charsadda District. Official said that unidentified militants had planted a remote-controlled bomb at the election office of ANP leader Asfandyar Wali Khan, which exploded and destroyed the front of the office that is situated in Bhalola Bazaar. No human loss was reported.
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May - 9 
The Anti-Extremism Cell (AEC) of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) on May 9 arrested five suspected Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants, for their alleged involvement in extortion, near the Manghopir Road situated in the Peerabad Police
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The Anti-Extremism Cell (AEC) of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) on May 9 arrested five suspected Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants, for their alleged involvement in extortion, near the Manghopir Road situated in the Peerabad Police precincts, reports The News. CID officials said they recovered two Kalashnikovs, five hand grenades and three TT pistols from their possession.
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May - 9 
The meeting area of an Awami National Party (ANP) leader, Haider Ali, was partially damaged when unidentified militants lobbed a hand grenade inside the building located in Katlang area of Mardan District. None were killed or injured.
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The meeting area of an Awami National Party (ANP) leader, Haider Ali, was partially damaged when unidentified militants lobbed a hand grenade inside the building located in Katlang area of Mardan District. None were killed or injured.
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May - 9 
The Peshawar High Court on May 9 ordered that drones entering Pakistani airspace be shot down, reports Daily Times. In its detailed verdict about drone attacks, the court has said they constitute a violation of international law and the basic human r
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The Peshawar High Court on May 9 ordered that drones entering Pakistani airspace be shot down, reports Daily Times. In its detailed verdict about drone attacks, the court has said they constitute a violation of international law and the basic human rights and also violate the territorial sovereignty of Pakistan. The court directed the Government to stop drone strikes and contact the International War Crimes Tribunal (IWCT) over the issue. A two-member bench of the PHC headed by Chief Justice Dost Muhammad heard the case against the CIA-led drone strikes in Pakistan. Justice Dost Muhammad said drone attacks should be declared a war crime and issued wide-ranging directives to the Federal Government and Security Forces to ensure halt to such attacks and that included the raising of the issue at the UN Security Council and the General Assembly. “The drone strikes carried out in the tribal areas (FATA), particularly North and South Waziristan, by CIA and the US authorities, are blatant violation of basic human rights and are against the UN Charter, the UN General Assembly resolution adopted unanimously, the provision of Geneva Conventions and thus, it is held to be a war crime cognizable by the International Court of Justice or Special Tribunal for War Crimes constituted or to be constituted by the UNO for this purpose,” the court ruled.
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May - 9 
Three Karachi targeted killers were killed by Lahore and Karachi Police in a joint operation in the Satukatla area of Lahore District, on May 9, reports Central Asia Online. Police said that two Policemen also lost their lives during operation.
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Three Karachi targeted killers were killed by Lahore and Karachi Police in a joint operation in the Satukatla area of Lahore District, on May 9, reports Central Asia Online. Police said that two Policemen also lost their lives during operation.
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May - 9 
Two other schools designated as polling stations were blown up in Jaffarabad District. A third school was blown up in the Chah Sar area of Turbat District.
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Two other schools designated as polling stations were blown up in Jaffarabad District. A third school was blown up in the Chah Sar area of Turbat District.
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May - 9 
Unidentified militants lobbed a hand grenade inside the building, the meeting place of an Awami National Party leader, Haider Ali, in Katlang area of Mardan District, reports The Express Tribune. An official of the Katlang Police said that around 12:
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Unidentified militants lobbed a hand grenade inside the building, the meeting place of an Awami National Party leader, Haider Ali, in Katlang area of Mardan District, reports The Express Tribune. An official of the Katlang Police said that around 12:30am, an explosion was heard at the ANP leader’s meeting place, while a car and motorbike parked inside were damaged as a result. None were killed or injured.
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May - 9 
Two bombs have been recovered at Mainaghat-based Saraswati School in the Nawalparasi District on May 9 (today), reports The Himalayan Times. The bombs are planted by an unidentified group targeting a mobile camp of District Administration Office for
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Two bombs have been recovered at Mainaghat-based Saraswati School in the Nawalparasi District on May 9 (today), reports The Himalayan Times. The bombs are planted by an unidentified group targeting a mobile camp of District Administration Office for citizenship distribution and voters’ list collection. Tikaram Wagle, coordinator of the mobile camp, informed slogans demanding dismissal of the Government among others has been written at three muds filled sacks kept few metres away.
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May - 9 
A Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI) cadre, who received a bullet wound in clashes between law enforcers and HeI cadres in Paltan area during Dhaka Siege programme of HeI on May 5, died at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) on May 9, reports The Daily Star. Th
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A Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI) cadre, who received a bullet wound in clashes between law enforcers and HeI cadres in Paltan area during Dhaka Siege programme of HeI on May 5, died at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) on May 9, reports The Daily Star. The deceased is identified as Farhan Raza (30).
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May - 9 
JeI and its student wing Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres clashed with Police and exploded bombs in Rajshahi District on May 9 after announcement of the verdict in the war crimes case against JeI leader Muhammad Kamaruzzaman, reports The Daily Star
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JeI and its student wing Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres clashed with Police and exploded bombs in Rajshahi District on May 9 after announcement of the verdict in the war crimes case against JeI leader Muhammad Kamaruzzaman, reports The Daily Star. The cadres barricaded Rajshahi-Naogaon road by felling logs and electricity poles. The law enforcers fired rubber bullets, tear gas and sound grenades to disperse the attackers.
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May - 9 
On May 9, International Crimes Tribunal-2 (ICT-2) sentenced Kamaruzzaman, one of the key organisers of the infamous Al Badr force, to death after finding him guilty of committing crimes against humanity during the country’s Liberation War in 1971. Ka
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On May 9, International Crimes Tribunal-2 (ICT-2) sentenced Kamaruzzaman, one of the key organisers of the infamous Al Badr force, to death after finding him guilty of committing crimes against humanity during the country’s Liberation War in 1971. Kamaruzzaman was arrested on July 2010.
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May - 9 
The International Crimes Tribunal-2 (ICT-2) on May 9 sentenced Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) Assistant Secretary General Muhammad Kamaruzzaman to death as he was found guilty in five out of seven charges committed during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1
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The International Crimes Tribunal-2 (ICT-2) on May 9 sentenced Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) Assistant Secretary General Muhammad Kamaruzzaman to death as he was found guilty in five out of seven charges committed during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971, reports The Independent. Of the five charges, Kamaruzzaman was awarded the death penalty for charges three (for killing 120 unarmed civilians and raping of women in Sohaghpur village of Sherpur District) and four (for torture and killing of Golam Mostafa Talukdar of Gridda Narayanpur village in Sherpur District).
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May - 9 
Rehabilitation and Prisons Reforms Minister Chandrasiri Gajadeera on May 9 said that several rehabilitated former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres have expressed interest to enter politics, reports Colombo Page. He noted that measures w
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Rehabilitation and Prisons Reforms Minister Chandrasiri Gajadeera on May 9 said that several rehabilitated former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres have expressed interest to enter politics, reports Colombo Page. He noted that measures would be taken for them to contest in future local Government elections in a democratic manner. He cautioned that the Tamil Diaspora and other elements are trying to disrupt peaceful existence in the country and are organizing themselves to entice the Tamil youth back into battle. "However we have appealed to the Tamil youth to resist such sinister attempts and enter politics in a democratic manner to win their rights and demands," Gajadeera said. According to the Minister, so far six rehabilitated former cadres have expressed interest in contesting at the next election.
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May - 10 
A Barmer resident, identified as Roshan Khan was arrested on May 10 on charges of spying for Pakistan for the past 3 to 4 years, reports The Times of India. Officials said some strategically important documents were recovered from his house. Accordin
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A Barmer resident, identified as Roshan Khan was arrested on May 10 on charges of spying for Pakistan for the past 3 to 4 years, reports The Times of India. Officials said some strategically important documents were recovered from his house. According to sources, Roshan lives in Mathurani village in Gadara Police Station area in Barmer. An unnamed officer commented, "Khan's brother-in-law lives in Pakistan. Through him, he came in contact with an intelligence unit working under Pakistan army. He had been sending strategically important information to Pakistan. He has been booked under sections of the Official Secrecy Act and has been taken to Jaipur for further interrogation”.
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May - 10 
A cadre of Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) identified as Wesfield C Marak alias Dakchak was arrested by the Police while he was extorting money from traders of Williamnagar market in East Garo Hills District on May 10.
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A cadre of Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) identified as Wesfield C Marak alias Dakchak was arrested by the Police while he was extorting money from traders of Williamnagar market in East Garo Hills District on May 10. A pistol, ammunition and INR 60,000 were recovered from him. However, though the cadre told the Police that he was a member of ANVC-B, the ANVC-B ‘Chairman’, Rimpu Marak has said that Dakchak is not ANVC-B but he belonged to the United Achik Liberation Army (UALA) led by Norrok (who recently broke away from ANVC-B).
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May - 10 
Bijapur District Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Som (28), from the jungles of Pamalvaya village on May 10, reports The Pioneer. He was involved in a dozen of cases of murder, loot, arson and blasts
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Bijapur District Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Som (28), from the jungles of Pamalvaya village on May 10, reports The Pioneer. He was involved in a dozen of cases of murder, loot, arson and blasts and carried a reward of INR 5, 000 on his head. During interrogation Police claimed to have extracted valuable information from the accused.
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May - 10 
Daily Excelsior, reports that Security Forces (SFs) have extended operation in Kupwara forests (Kupwara District) along the LoC against the recently infiltrated group of militants to the adjacent areas.
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Daily Excelsior, reports that Security Forces (SFs) have extended operation in Kupwara forests (Kupwara District) along the LoC against the recently infiltrated group of militants to the adjacent areas.
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May - 10 
Gumla District Police arrested five PLFI sympathizers Basia Police Station area of the District on May 10. Police recovered five mobile phones from their possession. They were identified as Gabriel Ekka alias Bandhu Ekka, a resident of Phulwatoli, Na
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Gumla District Police arrested five PLFI sympathizers Basia Police Station area of the District on May 10. Police recovered five mobile phones from their possession. They were identified as Gabriel Ekka alias Bandhu Ekka, a resident of Phulwatoli, Narendra Bhagat of Navadih, Suresh Gop who hails from Bandarkela, Surjan Thakur and Ram Oraon of Kumhari village - all in the limit of Basia Police Station. Gumla Superintendent of Police (SP) Rakesh Bansal said, "These five persons were involved in passing on information about police activities to PLFI and arranging for food and accommodation for its cadres."
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May - 10 
Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces, on May 10 morning, arrested two persons suspected to be responsible for the Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast of February 26, 2013 at Tualbung village along the Tiddim Road in the suburbs of Lamka tow
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Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces, on May 10 morning, arrested two persons suspected to be responsible for the Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast of February 26, 2013 at Tualbung village along the Tiddim Road in the suburbs of Lamka town in Churachandpur District. They were identified as Lalthanglian alias Kancha and Wangjam Shanti Kumar alias Maimu both cadres ofUnited Nation Liberation Front (UNLF).
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May - 10 
Kerala Government on May 10 decided to hand over the investigation into the case related to the seizure of weapons from a training camp of Popular Front of India (PFI) at Narath in Kannur District to the National Investigation Agency (NIA),according
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Kerala Government on May 10 decided to hand over the investigation into the case related to the seizure of weapons from a training camp of Popular Front of India (PFI) at Narath in Kannur District to the National Investigation Agency (NIA),according to Khaleej Times. State Home Minister Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan said the investigation by state Police had revealed that foreign funds had been transferred to the bank account of one of the accused in the case. Information received from the phone details of an accused in the case found that he had made contacts with a relative of an accused taken into custody in connection with the April 17, 2013 Bangalore (Karnataka) blast case.
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May - 10 
On May 10 an Army patrol recovered a 5 kg explosive material in a paint box from a forward location in Mendhar area of Poonch District.
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On May 10 an Army patrol recovered a 5 kg explosive material in a paint box from a forward location in Mendhar area of Poonch District.
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May - 10 
The Shillong Times reports that sophisticated weapons meant for Garo militants that was being smuggled in from Dimapur in Nagaland was intercepted by Police at Damas village in North Garo Hills District in the night of May 10. A couple who was bringi
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The Shillong Times reports that sophisticated weapons meant for Garo militants that was being smuggled in from Dimapur in Nagaland was intercepted by Police at Damas village in North Garo Hills District in the night of May 10. A couple who was bringing in the weapons has also been arrested. The breakthrough came after North Garo Hills Police stopped a car with an Assam registration number at Damas village, on the border with Goalpara District (Assam), at around 6 pm. Packages inside rubber tubes were found concealed above the mudguards of the vehicle, Police said. When both package was opened up they found an AK 81 and an AK 56 rifle with 25 rounds of ammunition that had been sealed water tight. The couple, Joy Sonowal (50) and Barachi Mach (45) reportedly confessed to bringing in the weapons from an arms dealer based in Dimapur town of Nagaland. The weapons are believed to be for the Garo National Liberation Front (GNLA) outfit which operates in the Garo Hills region.
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May - 10 
The Shillong Times reports that stepping up the agitation for implementation of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) in Manipur by May 31, a powerful local committee, on May 10, said no non-Manipuri would be allowed to enter the State between June 1 and June
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The Shillong Times reports that stepping up the agitation for implementation of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) in Manipur by May 31, a powerful local committee, on May 10, said no non-Manipuri would be allowed to enter the State between June 1 and June 5. This would be the first phase of the agitation and in the second phase, no non-Manipuri would be allowed even in localities from June 6 to June 10. Announcing this, the spokesman of Joint Committee on Inner Line Permit (JCILP), Sapamacha Jadumani said, “We are not against non-Manipuris but we urge the Centre and state government to implement the ILP system in Manipur to protect the separate identities of the indigenous people in the region.” The State assembly had already passed a resolution some months ago asking the Centre to implement ILP in the state, official and JCILP sources said. While official sources said the Centre has been asked to take further action, JCILP sources said the matter has not been clearly placed before the union home ministry and as a result the ministry has failed to take any concrete steps.
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May - 10 
The two-day bandh (shutdown strike) call given by the Maoists in Malkangiri and Koraput Districts from May 10 evoked lukewarm response on the first day. Impact of the bandh was evident only in a few remote pockets. Due to fear of violence, vehicular
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The two-day bandh (shutdown strike) call given by the Maoists in Malkangiri and Koraput Districts from May 10 evoked lukewarm response on the first day. Impact of the bandh was evident only in a few remote pockets. Due to fear of violence, vehicular traffic was thin in the remote areas. As a precautionary measure, the Odisha State Road Transport Corporation stopped plying buses in the Maoist strongholds. Private operators preferred to keep their vehicles off the road.
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May - 10 
The Union cabinet has approved the appointment of Gulshan Rai, as the cyber security coordinator, The Times of India, reports on May 10.
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The Union cabinet has approved the appointment of Gulshan Rai, as the cyber security coordinator, The Times of India, reports on May 10.
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May - 10 
Five persons sustained injuries in a blast in Uthmankhel bazaar in the Orakzai Agency, reports The News. The sources said unidentified persons had placed explosives in the grocery store of Zar Maluk in Uthmankhel bazaar, which went off at 5pm.
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Five persons sustained injuries in a blast in Uthmankhel bazaar in the Orakzai Agency, reports The News. The sources said unidentified persons had placed explosives in the grocery store of Zar Maluk in Uthmankhel bazaar, which went off at 5pm.
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May - 10 
Four persons were killed and 21 others injured in a bomb blast occurred at the Khwaja Jan Chowk in Miranshah bazaar of North Waziristan Agency near the election offices of candidates for the NA-40 seat. Sources said the explosive device placed on a m
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Four persons were killed and 21 others injured in a bomb blast occurred at the Khwaja Jan Chowk in Miranshah bazaar of North Waziristan Agency near the election offices of candidates for the NA-40 seat. Sources said the explosive device placed on a motorcycle parked near the offices was detonated by remote control at about 10am. The election offices belong to the candidates of PML-N, Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaaf and Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam. Another, blast took place in Gora Qabristan on the Miranshah-Bannu road.
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May - 10 
Nine militants and three soldiers were killed in a gunfight in Parachamkani area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 10, reports Dawn. According to official sources, militants launched an attack on Security Forces (S
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Nine militants and three soldiers were killed in a gunfight in Parachamkani area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 10, reports Dawn. According to official sources, militants launched an attack on Security Forces (SFs) in Mohammad Top area early in the morning, killing three soldiers and injuring four others. The assault was followed by a heavy exchange of fire between the two sides in which nine militants were killed and eight wounded, the sources added. Locals said militants had also abducted four persons. “More than 1,000 families have left their houses due to disturbance in Parachamkani,” said a source at the office of the assistant political agent of central Kurram. The official said 500 families comprising 20,000 individuals had been informally registered with the administration and a large number of displaced people had gone to live with their relatives.
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May - 10 
The Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) asked the people to stay away from the polling stations and threatened to impose fine amounting to PKR 50,000 on those who take part in the polling. In a leaflet circulated in Akkakhel area of Bara tehsil (revenue unit), the
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The Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) asked the people to stay away from the polling stations and threatened to impose fine amounting to PKR 50,000 on those who take part in the polling. In a leaflet circulated in Akkakhel area of Bara tehsil (revenue unit), the LI also threatened “to chop off the thumb” of those who cast their ballots. Tribal sources said the leaflets had been pasted on the walls of shops, mosques and houses in Sanzalkhel, Madakhel and Merikhel areas in Akkakhel.
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May - 10 
The SFs recovered two roadside bombs in Ferozkhel area.
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The SFs recovered two roadside bombs in Ferozkhel area.
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May - 10 
Two workers of Awami National Party (ANP) were killed in a series of bomb blasts which also damaged a polling station and three election offices in Swabi town of same District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on May 10, reports Dawn. Three people were injured i
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Two workers of Awami National Party (ANP) were killed in a series of bomb blasts which also damaged a polling station and three election offices in Swabi town of same District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on May 10, reports Dawn. Three people were injured in the blasts. One blast took place at the MCB Chowk in Yar Hussain bazaar near the election office of an ANP candidate for provincial assembly seat PK-33. Two people killed in this blast were identified as Farman Ali and Arbab Ali. Police said an improvised explosive device had been placed near the election office. Officials said two other blasts occurred in Swabi Khas, damaging election offices of two ANP candidates for provincial assembly seats PK-32 (Swabi-II) and PK-31 (Swabi-I). No one was injured. Sources said explosive devices had been placed in guest houses of candidates Itibar Khan and Safdar Khan. The fourth blast damaged a Government school building where a polling station had been set up. School’s watchman Sher Azam was injured in the blast.
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May - 10 
As the 33 agitating parties, including Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) and Upendra Yadav-led Madhesi Janaadhikar Forum-Nepal boycotted the meeting called by Chairman Regmi, Chairman of the Unified Communist Party of
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As the 33 agitating parties, including Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) and Upendra Yadav-led Madhesi Janaadhikar Forum-Nepal boycotted the meeting called by Chairman Regmi, Chairman of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda said “We will try our best to address the concerns of the agitating parties. However, we have concluded that the elections can be held even if one or two parties refuse to join the election process,” reports The Himalayan Times. Dahal added that the polls will be held between November 15 and 22.
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May - 10 
Putting forth three preconditions for talks, the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) on May 10 (today) rejected the interim Government’s call for an all-party meeting to narrow down the differences on issues related to e
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Putting forth three preconditions for talks, the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) on May 10 (today) rejected the interim Government’s call for an all-party meeting to narrow down the differences on issues related to electoral ordinances, reports The Himalayan Times. In a press statement, the party Chairman Mohan Baidhya has repeated the party's demands to scrap the 25-point presidential decree, revoke the citizenship bill and void the recent appointment at Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) as three preconditions for talks to end the political crisis.
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May - 10 
The Government has called an all-party meeting to discuss election issues including the election date on May 10 (today), reports Nepalnews.com. A meeting of the Council of Ministers on May 9 decided to hold the all-party meeting. The agitating 33-par
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The Government has called an all-party meeting to discuss election issues including the election date on May 10 (today), reports Nepalnews.com. A meeting of the Council of Ministers on May 9 decided to hold the all-party meeting. The agitating 33-party alliance will also be invited for talks, but it is unlikely to attend the meeting given its recent decision not to sit for talks with the Government.
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May - 10 
The Government held a discussion with the leaders of the political parties including the four major political parties on election-related issues on May 10, reports Nepalnews.com. In the meeting chaired by the Interim Election Council Chairman Khil Ra
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The Government held a discussion with the leaders of the political parties including the four major political parties on election-related issues on May 10, reports Nepalnews.com. In the meeting chaired by the Interim Election Council Chairman Khil Raj Regmi, the Government side informed that it is in the final stage of introducing the election-related laws and declare the election date. According to Communication Minister and Government spokesperson Madhav Poudel, the Government is preparing introduce the laws and form a panel to determine the election constituencies within a week before announcing the date.
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May - 10 
Home Minister Muhiuddin Khan Alamgir after inaugurating a bridge at Hayatpur village in Chandpur District said that May 12’s nationwide general strike called by JeI was illegal and unfair and it would not be successful, reports New Age. He warned all
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Home Minister Muhiuddin Khan Alamgir after inaugurating a bridge at Hayatpur village in Chandpur District said that May 12’s nationwide general strike called by JeI was illegal and unfair and it would not be successful, reports New Age. He warned all the ‘miscreants’ of JeI against any vandalism during the general strike and said that the Government would resist them with a firm hand if they resorted to chaos and vandalism. JeI on May 9 called a countrywide dawn-to-dusk hartal (general strike) for May 12 in protest at the death sentence for its leader Mohammad Kamaruzzaman.
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May - 10 
Police arrested 15 cadres of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) from two messes in Rajshahi city of Rajshahi District and recovered two homemade bombs, 500 grams gunpowder, 100 grams potassium, 100 marbles, four sharp weapons, 40 Jihadi books, and 100 poste
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Police arrested 15 cadres of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) from two messes in Rajshahi city of Rajshahi District and recovered two homemade bombs, 500 grams gunpowder, 100 grams potassium, 100 marbles, four sharp weapons, 40 Jihadi books, and 100 posters from them on May 10, reports The Daily Star. Police said that the arrested ICS cadres are students of the city’s different educational institutions and were involved in recent attacks on Police and planning to commit subversive acts in the city after the death sentence of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) Assistant Secretary General Muhammad Kamaruzzaman by the International Crimes Tribunal-2 (ICT-2) on May 9 for committing crimes against humanity during the 1971 independence war.
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May - 10 
Gunasundaram Jeyasundaram, a childhood friend and close mate of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader Velupillai Prabhakaran, while making a statement before the Colombo Supreme Court on May 10 deplored the acts of his one time leader and ex
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Gunasundaram Jeyasundaram, a childhood friend and close mate of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader Velupillai Prabhakaran, while making a statement before the Colombo Supreme Court on May 10 deplored the acts of his one time leader and expressed his desire to undergo a rehabilitation programme conducted by the Sri Lanka Army, reports Daily News. In his statement before the Supreme Court, Jeyasundaram said he was profoundly disturbed by the role of the LTTE and condemned its aggressive and violent methods, urging his onetime fellow sympathisers of the outfit to follow suit. Gunasundaram also asserts that factions of the LTTE scattered across the globe should immediately cease their actions as they continue to inflict more harm on the Tamil community in Sri Lanka.
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May - 10 
Matale Magistrate and Additional District Judge Chaturika de Silva on May 10 ordered the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of Police to investigate the mass grave discovered in the Matale town of Matale District in Central Province and submit
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Matale Magistrate and Additional District Judge Chaturika de Silva on May 10 ordered the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of Police to investigate the mass grave discovered in the Matale town of Matale District in Central Province and submit a full report to court by the end of this month, reports Colombo Page. Skeletal remains of 154 people were found during excavations carried out from November 26, 2012 until March 12, 2013. The Magistrate, after studying 13 affidavits filed by the relatives of missing in the area, ordered the CID to record statements from the petitioners, who appealed the authorities to conduct DNA tests on the human skeletal remains recovered from the grave. It is believed that the skeletal remains unearthed from the Matale mass grave were of insurgents from the Marxist party Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) killed during the 1988-89 violence.
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May - 11 
A group of about 15 armed members of Galikonda area committee of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) blasted a coffee godown of the Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation at Pedavalasa in GK Veedhi mandal (administrative unit) in
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A group of about 15 armed members of Galikonda area committee of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) blasted a coffee godown of the Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation at Pedavalasa in GK Veedhi mandal (administrative unit) in Visakhapatnam District on May 11 night, reports The Hindu. The roof of one room of the godown was blown off and walls were damaged due to the blast. Some implements for coffee collection and furniture were also damaged. The attack on the coffee godown took place several hours after Superintendent of Police G. Srinivas and other officials conducted the Satbhavana Yatra at Rallagedda, a Maoist stronghold, which is about 16 km from Pedavalasa. Two pamphlets left by the Galikonda area committee and the Adivasi Rytu Coolie Sangham and Viplava Mahila Sangham at Bodidemullu temple, one km away from the coffee godown urged the people to boycott the “fake” Panchayat elections (expected to be conducted in a few months) and demanded the government to stop the Operation Green Hunt; attacks against the Girijans by the “hired” forces of the government; harassment of the Girijans after branding them as Maoist sympathisers; illegal arrests and fake encounters after raiding the villages at midnight. According to information received here, Krishna, an important member of the Galikonda area committee, was among those who blasted the coffee godown.
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May - 11 
A group of about 15 armed members of Galikonda area committee of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) blasted a coffee godown of the Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation at Pedavalasa in GK Veedhi mandal (administrative unit) in
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A group of about 15 armed members of Galikonda area committee of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) blasted a coffee godown of the Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation at Pedavalasa in GK Veedhi mandal (administrative unit) in Visakhapatnam District on May 11 night, reports The Hindu. The roof of one room of the godown was blown off and walls were damaged due to the blast. Some implements for coffee collection and furniture were also damaged. The attack on the coffee godown took place several hours after Superintendent of Police G. Srinivas and other officials conducted the Satbhavana Yatra at Rallagedda, a Maoist stronghold, which is about 16 km from Pedavalasa. Two pamphlets left by the Galikonda area committee and the Adivasi Rytu Coolie Sangham and Viplava Mahila Sangham at Bodidemullu temple, one km away from the coffee godown urged the people to boycott the “fake” Panchayat elections (expected to be conducted in a few months) and demanded the government to stop the Operation Green Hunt; attacks against the Girijans by the “hired” forces of the government; harassment of the Girijans after branding them as Maoist sympathisers; illegal arrests and fake encounters after raiding the villages at midnight. According to information received here, Krishna, an important member of the Galikonda area committee, was among those who blasted the coffee godown.
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May - 11 
A secret camp of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was unearthed during a joint operation by the personnel of District Voluntary Force (DVF), Special Operation Group (SOG), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and District Police insid
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A secret camp of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was unearthed during a joint operation by the personnel of District Voluntary Force (DVF), Special Operation Group (SOG), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and District Police inside Pakidi forest near Srirampur in Kandhamal District, reports The Hindu on May 12. According to the Police sources, no Maoist was arrested from the spot. However, material used by Maoists was seized from the location. The seized items included a bullet proof jacket, which indicates that some top Maoist leader inhabited the secret camp.
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May - 11 
Firoz alias Hamza Abdul Hameed Sayyed, arrested in August 1, 2012, Pune's Junglee Maharaj (JM) Road blasts case, regularly exchanged e-mails and chatted in code with fugitive Indian Mujahideen (IM) co-founder Riyaz Bhatkal and Fayyaz Kagzi and hatche
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Firoz alias Hamza Abdul Hameed Sayyed, arrested in August 1, 2012, Pune's Junglee Maharaj (JM) Road blasts case, regularly exchanged e-mails and chatted in code with fugitive Indian Mujahideen (IM) co-founder Riyaz Bhatkal and Fayyaz Kagzi and hatched a conspiracy, Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has said in its 3,587-page chargesheet, Indian Express reports on May 12 . The chargesheet has over 774 pages of snapshots from chats attached, where Sayyed, with user id '
[email protected]
' is believed to have interacted with a person with an email id: '
[email protected]
', allegedly belonging to Kagzi.
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May - 11 
Maoists attacked a television tower of public broadcaster Doordarshan, killing two constables and injuring their colleague on May 11 at Maranga in Bastar District, according to The Times of India. The attack comes a day after the Chhattisgarh state g
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Maoists attacked a television tower of public broadcaster Doordarshan, killing two constables and injuring their colleague on May 11 at Maranga in Bastar District, according to The Times of India. The attack comes a day after the Chhattisgarh state government extended its ban on Communist Party of India (Maoist) and its six frontal organisations by another one year under the provisions of Chhattisgarh Special Public Security Act-2006.
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May - 11 
Maoists had pasted posters and displayed banners at Geedam in Dantewada District, threatening to eliminate senior Congress leader and former leader of the opposition in the assembly Mahendra Karma, Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Legislative As
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Maoists had pasted posters and displayed banners at Geedam in Dantewada District, threatening to eliminate senior Congress leader and former leader of the opposition in the assembly Mahendra Karma, Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Dantewada Bhima Mandavi and four others.
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May - 11 
Militants killed a mosque's Imam (Prayer leader), a Police officer and a farmer in three separate incidents in Pulwama District, India Today reports on May 11. Militants attacked Imam Mudasar Ahmad outside his house, shot dead Assistant Sub-Inspector
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Militants killed a mosque's Imam (Prayer leader), a Police officer and a farmer in three separate incidents in Pulwama District, India Today reports on May 11. Militants attacked Imam Mudasar Ahmad outside his house, shot dead Assistant Sub-Inspector Farooq Ahmad from point-blank range in Rajpora Chowk of Pulwama town and killed Mudassir Ahmed Mir, a farmer, inside his house in Armola village of Pulwama. Sources suggest intelligence inputs about groups of trained guerrillas preparing to sneak into the Kashmir Valley from across the Line of Control (LoC) have been pouring in after the mountain passes opened up, with the melting of snow this spring. According to Kashmir Times, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘spokesman’ Baleeg-u-Din claimed responsibility for the attack on Police Officer
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May - 11 
Police on May 11 arrested two persons, Sulfikar Ali (22) and Shabeer (24), for their suspected involvement in the April 17, 2013 bomb blast in front of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) office in Bangalore, from Kecheri near Kunnamkulam in Thrissur Di
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Police on May 11 arrested two persons, Sulfikar Ali (22) and Shabeer (24), for their suspected involvement in the April 17, 2013 bomb blast in front of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) office in Bangalore, from Kecheri near Kunnamkulam in Thrissur District, reports Times of India.
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May - 11 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered arms, explosives and ammunition, smuggled from Pakistan, at Sabra Gali forests across the fencing on the Line of Control (LoC) at Balakote sector in Mendhar area of Poonch District on May 11, reports Daily Excelsior. T
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered arms, explosives and ammunition, smuggled from Pakistan, at Sabra Gali forests across the fencing on the Line of Control (LoC) at Balakote sector in Mendhar area of Poonch District on May 11, reports Daily Excelsior. The consignment of arms and explosives had been wrapped in three plastic bags and one jute bag of fertilizers and smuggled into the Indian side. According to sources, the recoveries included four AK-47 rifles, four pistols, seven radio sets, one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), one UBGL grenade, 1019 AK rounds, three mobile handsets, one power Improvised Explosive Device (IED) with remote control, eight AK magazines, five pistol magazines and a large quantity of eatables. Searches continued in the forests of Sabra Gali, which was an infiltration route of the militants from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) though no successful intrusion has been reported from the areas recently. However, no arrests have been made.
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May - 11 
SFs also arrested one of Haokip associate, Pradip Das (30), from Amrajan near Sukanjan under Bokajan Police Station of Karbi Anglong on May 11.“We have reports that Haokip attended the Dimapur meeting [with NSCN-IM] and was entrusted with the task of
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SFs also arrested one of Haokip associate, Pradip Das (30), from Amrajan near Sukanjan under Bokajan Police Station of Karbi Anglong on May 11.“We have reports that Haokip attended the Dimapur meeting [with NSCN-IM] and was entrusted with the task of floating a new Kuki rebel outfit. Pradip is reportedly a close associate of Haokip and is assisting him in the mission,” the Police Source said. According to the source, work on floating the Kuki group was in the preliminary stage and the youths had only been provided some weapons to start the groundwork. The outfit was yet to get a name, he added.
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May - 11 
SFs arrested a youth, Sanjib Hasnu, from Pub Gajalipar area, on the charge of extortion of money in the name of Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) from different businessmen in the District, reports The Sentinel.
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SFs arrested a youth, Sanjib Hasnu, from Pub Gajalipar area, on the charge of extortion of money in the name of Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) from different businessmen in the District, reports The Sentinel.
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May - 11 
Speaking on the continuing operation of Security Forces to arrest Odisha Maobadi Party (OMP) leader Sabyasachi Panda, who was cornered in the jungles bordering Ganjam, Gajapati, and Kandhamal Districts, Odisha Director-General of Police (DGP) Prakash
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Speaking on the continuing operation of Security Forces to arrest Odisha Maobadi Party (OMP) leader Sabyasachi Panda, who was cornered in the jungles bordering Ganjam, Gajapati, and Kandhamal Districts, Odisha Director-General of Police (DGP) Prakash Mishra on May 11 said he was confident that the operation would be successful in the near future, reports The Hindu. But he was reluctant to divulge any details about the operation against Sabyasachi and his OMP. Speaking on vacancies in Police Stations, Mishra said all vacant posts in Police Stations in the Maoist-prone areas were being filled on priority basis. In the next phase, vacancies in all other Police Stations would be filled. The DGP added that security would be enhanced in Malkangiri District, especially in the Mathili Police Station area and the cut off area of Chitrakonda reservoir, where Maoists increased their presence in the recent past.
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May - 11 
The Maoists on May 11 threatened a gram rakhi (village guard), Bansa Bag, of Barekabahali village in Nuapada District of dire consequence, through posters, for acting as a Police informer, reports The Times of India. The posters were put up by Balang
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The Maoists on May 11 threatened a gram rakhi (village guard), Bansa Bag, of Barekabahali village in Nuapada District of dire consequence, through posters, for acting as a Police informer, reports The Times of India. The posters were put up by Balangir-Bargarh-Mahasamund division of CPI-Maoist.
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Unidentified militants on May 11 abducted a supervisor, Kalyan Kundu (45) of a Kolkata-based private company, UC Consultation, from Bengtol in Chirang District, reports The Sentinel.
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Unidentified militants on May 11 abducted a supervisor, Kalyan Kundu (45) of a Kolkata-based private company, UC Consultation, from Bengtol in Chirang District, reports The Sentinel.
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May - 11 
Another bomb exploded in a bus in Mianwali Colony area of Pirabad that left one person dead and wounded five. Deputy Superintendant of Police (DSP) Zahid Hussain said that bomb was concealed in a metal box that was laid on front seat of a bus. He sai
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Another bomb exploded in a bus in Mianwali Colony area of Pirabad that left one person dead and wounded five. Deputy Superintendant of Police (DSP) Zahid Hussain said that bomb was concealed in a metal box that was laid on front seat of a bus. He said the bomb was exploded through Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which also contained nut bolts and balls bearing weighing around one kilogram. DSP Hussain further said the bus carried ANP workers and they were the main target of terrorists.
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May - 11 
Armed riders hurled hand grenades in various localities of Karachi city including Orangi Town, Baldia Town and Garden. Police said unknown armed riders threw hand grenades and fled the scene.
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Armed riders hurled hand grenades in various localities of Karachi city including Orangi Town, Baldia Town and Garden. Police said unknown armed riders threw hand grenades and fled the scene.
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May - 11 
At least 15 persons were killed and 20 others were injured when unidentified assailants attacked the convoy of the candidate of PB-28 Syed Khadim Hussain’s nephew in Naseerabad District on May 11, reports The News. The assailants fired several rocket
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At least 15 persons were killed and 20 others were injured when unidentified assailants attacked the convoy of the candidate of PB-28 Syed Khadim Hussain’s nephew in Naseerabad District on May 11, reports The News. The assailants fired several rockets hitting the passenger bus, which was on its way back to drop the supporters, after the polling. Reports suggested that the assailants had taken positions on Naseerabad road and the attackers fired several rockets at the bus as it approached them at around 10:30pm.
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May - 11 
Atleast 14 people were killed and 61 others injured in three separate bomb blasts in Karachi city (Provincial capital of Sindh) on May 11, reports Daily Times. According to details, at least 11 people were killed while 45 others were wounded in a bla
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Atleast 14 people were killed and 61 others injured in three separate bomb blasts in Karachi city (Provincial capital of Sindh) on May 11, reports Daily Times. According to details, at least 11 people were killed while 45 others were wounded in a blast that occurred near Awami National Party (ANP) office situated at Dawood Chali locality of Quaidabad. Police officials said the bomb was planted in a rickshaw parked near the election office of ANP, targeting its party leader Amanullah Mehsud. However after the explosion Mehsud remained safe.
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May - 11 
In their bid to sabotage the May 11 polls, the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and other militant outfits are likely to target the leaders of political parties, foreign election observers, polling staff and journalists, The Express Tribune reported
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In their bid to sabotage the May 11 polls, the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and other militant outfits are likely to target the leaders of political parties, foreign election observers, polling staff and journalists, The Express Tribune reported on May 11. The militant groups are carrying out their plans with the backing of foreign countries. Caretaker Prime Minister Mir Hazar Khan Khoso and the Federal Cabinet have been informed of these threats by intelligence agencies. According to documents available with The Express Tribune, Premier Khoso and the cabinet were warned about the threats during a cabinet meeting held on May 4 at the Prime Minister’s Secretariat. Federal Ministry of Interior officials had apprised the meeting that 52 visas had been issued to long-term election observers from the European Union (EU), 46 visas for short-term EU observers and 70 visas to members of the National Democratic Institute (NDI). Documents show that the head of the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) is in favour of proper vigilance as well as cohesive responsibility about the threats.
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May - 11 
Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Hizb ut-Tahrir (HT), in their persistent campaign of violence and extremism against Pakistan's May 11 general election, are following an un-Islamic path of sin, according to religious leaders of Pakistan Ulema Cou
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Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Hizb ut-Tahrir (HT), in their persistent campaign of violence and extremism against Pakistan's May 11 general election, are following an un-Islamic path of sin, according to religious leaders of Pakistan Ulema Council (PUC), Central Asia Online reported on May 11. In an effort to persuade people not to give in to terrorist threats, the Pakistan Ulema Council (PUC)'s recent fatwa declared voting a religious obligation. "Every voter must come out on the polling day to cast his or her vote," council head Allama Tahir Ashrafi told Central Asia Online, adding that more than 300 clerics belonging to different schools of thought declared the non-casting of votes a sin. The TTP and HT's "conspiracy to disrupt the polls" is an attack against the national interest, he said, adding that they are "misusing the name of Islam" and should be "stopped immediately."
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May - 11 
The Army has deployed over 75,000 troops across the country and 5,000 troops for ‘most sensitive’ polling stations to strengthen security for the General Election on May 11, reports Dawn. A military official said that security cameras had been instal
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The Army has deployed over 75,000 troops across the country and 5,000 troops for ‘most sensitive’ polling stations to strengthen security for the General Election on May 11, reports Dawn. A military official said that security cameras had been installed where necessary. Armoured personnel carriers (APCs) will be used in most sensitive areas as and when required and aerial surveillance of these areas will also be conducted. Army’s sniffer dogs have been made available for security duties. He said Army troops had provided security cover since April 19 to five printing presses where 180 million ballot papers had been printed. They transported 650 tons of ballot papers to the districts concerned and their polling stations. 50 Army helicopters flew for 347 hours to transport the ballot papers. The official said 5,000 troops had been deployed in polling stations identified as most sensitive and indicated that the number could be increased overnight on the basis of assessment of threat by civil administrations in coordination with Army commanders of the areas and other authorities.
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May - 11 
Two Policemen were injured in an exchange of fire with alleged militants in Sheikh Mohammadi village. Police said the attackers wanted to kidnap the polling staff and polling agents from the women polling station in the area who were busy in counting
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Two Policemen were injured in an exchange of fire with alleged militants in Sheikh Mohammadi village. Police said the attackers wanted to kidnap the polling staff and polling agents from the women polling station in the area who were busy in counting votes.
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May - 11 
Two Policemen were killed and eight other persons were wounded in two separate attacks in Badaber area of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in the night of May 11, reports The News. Police said a patrolling party of the Badaber
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Two Policemen were killed and eight other persons were wounded in two separate attacks in Badaber area of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in the night of May 11, reports The News. Police said a patrolling party of the Badaber Police Station was on a routine duty when two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted on the roadside in Malikhel area was triggered with a remote-control. An assistant sub-inspector Amjad Kamal and a Constable Sohail Khan were killed in the twin blasts while four constables and two civilians were wounded in the attack.
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May - 11 
Two Rangers personnel were killed and eleven others including six Rangers personnel wounded in a suicide bomb attack on their vehicle at Islami Colony locality of Manghopir.
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Two Rangers personnel were killed and eleven others including six Rangers personnel wounded in a suicide bomb attack on their vehicle at Islami Colony locality of Manghopir.
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May - 11 
An Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadre, identified as Shahadat Hossain, was killed in a gunfight between ISC cadres and Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) at Binodpur Amjad intersection in Rajshahi city (Rajshahi District) on May 11, reports Daily Star. Hoss
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An Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadre, identified as Shahadat Hossain, was killed in a gunfight between ISC cadres and Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) at Binodpur Amjad intersection in Rajshahi city (Rajshahi District) on May 11, reports Daily Star. Hossain was wanted in a number of cases filed for attacking Police since February, 2013. The law enforcers also recovered a pistol, a magazine loaded with five bullets, six crude bombs and three bottles of patrol near the body of Hossain.
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May - 11 
Police arrested an Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadre, also one of the prime accused in Police constable Mojahar Ali murder case, in Pirgachha sub-District of Rangpur District on May 11. The arrestee was identified as Muhamad Ashikur Rahman (18). Moja
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Police arrested an Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadre, also one of the prime accused in Police constable Mojahar Ali murder case, in Pirgachha sub-District of Rangpur District on May 11. The arrestee was identified as Muhamad Ashikur Rahman (18). Mojahar Ali, a constable of Pirgachha Police Station, was critically injured in an attack by JeI-ICS cadres during a general strike on February 28. Later he succumbed to his injuries on March 5 in Dhaka.
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May - 11 
In the wake of the Northern Provincial Council (NPC) elections likely to be held in September, the Cabinet approval was granted on May 11 (today) to enact legislation enabling those who were displaced from the North between May 1, 1983 and May 18, 20
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In the wake of the Northern Provincial Council (NPC) elections likely to be held in September, the Cabinet approval was granted on May 11 (today) to enact legislation enabling those who were displaced from the North between May 1, 1983 and May 18, 2009 to vote at the election, reports Daily Mirror. A large number of people were displaced from their original place of residence during the conflict in the North and now live in other parts of the country. The Justice Ministry hopes to present the new legislation titled ‘Registration of Electors (Special Provision) Bill in Parliament soon. The bill, if enacted, will enable 15,000 people who are known to have been displaced between May 1, 1983 and May 18, 2009 to be registered as voters in the North.
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May - 12 
A cadre and a sympathizer of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), including self-styled area commander Sunil Topno, were arrested on May 12 from Torpo in Khunti District, reports The Times of India. PLFI is a breakaway faction of the Commun
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A cadre and a sympathizer of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), including self-styled area commander Sunil Topno, were arrested on May 12 from Torpo in Khunti District, reports The Times of India. PLFI is a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). The arrested sympathizer was identified as Sunil’ close associate Vikas Topno. Police recovered one bike, two pistols, a country-made revolver, six live cartridges and around 2,000 posters.
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May - 12 
A CAF trooper was killed when the alleged Maoists opened fire at his camp in Sukma District, the Police said. “Samaylal Kanwar, a native of Janjgir-Champa District, was killed after rebels attacked the camp of 9th and 13th battalion of CAF at Temelwa
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A CAF trooper was killed when the alleged Maoists opened fire at his camp in Sukma District, the Police said. “Samaylal Kanwar, a native of Janjgir-Champa District, was killed after rebels attacked the camp of 9th and 13th battalion of CAF at Temelwada village under Dornapal region of the district,” Sukma Additional Superintendent of Police S R Bhagat told PTI over phone. However, when the Security Forces (SFs) opened retaliatory firing, the Maoists disappeared into the jungles, he said.
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May - 12 
Army soldiers on May 12 detected and defused an 15-kilogram Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by militants in Handwara area of North Kashmir’s Kupwara District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Army soldiers on May 12 detected and defused an 15-kilogram Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by militants in Handwara area of North Kashmir’s Kupwara District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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May - 12 
Director General of Police (DGP) of Assam, JN Choudhury stated that though the level of violence involving the militant groups has come down, growing ethnic tension in different parts of Assam has become a matter of serious concern, reports The Assam
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Director General of Police (DGP) of Assam, JN Choudhury stated that though the level of violence involving the militant groups has come down, growing ethnic tension in different parts of Assam has become a matter of serious concern, reports The Assam Tribune. Meanwhile, over 60,000 cases are pending in different Police Stations of the State, which is another major area of concern for the Assam Police. DGP Choudhary said that with majority of the militant groups having come forward for talks with the Government, the level of violence has come down and only the anti-talk faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF), Songbijit faction of the National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB-IKS), Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) etc are active in the State now. However, these groups do not have all Assam footprints. But extortions by the Songbijit and Ranjan Daimary factions of the NDFB (NDFB-RD)/ NDFB-IKS remain an area of concern, the DGP said. Choudhury admitted that the growing ethnic tensions are a matter of concern as in recent times, the Kokrajhar and Goalpara areas of the State witnessed serious ethnic disturbances and long-term strategies would have to be taken to deal with the problem. He said that efforts are on to increase the number of Police Stations to improve civil policing and the State Government has already sought financial assistance from the Centre for setting up of new police stations. The DGP pointed out that of late, the mobs have become more and more aggressive and dealing with such mobs is a major problem as the Supreme Court also gave clear-cut guidelines on the use of force.
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May - 12 
Four policemen were killed and another was injured in two separate attacks by suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Bastar and Sukma Districts of Chhattisgarh on May 12, reports The Hindu. The first incident took
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Four policemen were killed and another was injured in two separate attacks by suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Bastar and Sukma Districts of Chhattisgarh on May 12, reports The Hindu. The first incident took place at the Doordarshan transmission centre at Marenga village under Parpa Police Station in Bastar District at around 3 a.m., leaving three Policemen dead and one injured, Director General of Police (DGP) Ramniwas said. He, however, said they were yet to verify whether the attack was carried out by Maoists. Marenga village is about 15 km from Jagdalpur, the District headquarters. The deceased were identified as head constable Silbhanush Ekka and constables Alexander Lakra and Vasudev Sahu of Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF). “The injured constable Majhar Khan has been referred to Raipur for treatment and was under observation,” the DGP said.
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May - 12 
Nagaland Post reports on May 12 that Meghalaya Governor R.S. Mooshahary has admitted that Maoists are trying to establish themselves in India’s northeastern States, even as he said situation in the Northeast has largely improved. “The Assam governmen
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Nagaland Post reports on May 12 that Meghalaya Governor R.S. Mooshahary has admitted that Maoists are trying to establish themselves in India’s northeastern States, even as he said situation in the Northeast has largely improved. “The Assam government had received few indications that Maoists are trying to establish a foothold. The plain areas along the Meghalaya-Assam border could be vulnerable to Maoists,” Mooshahary said. The Assam government, which had also formed a Task Force to combat the Maoists, had found that there are 181 Maoist cadres in the state. It includes women cadres. Stating that the situation in the Northeast has largely improved, Mooshahary, who was also the former chief of the Border Security Force, said, “The region, barring Manipur have improved a lot in the law and order front, and the current trend in the region is towards peace.” Mooshahary, however, urged the State government in the region to improve governance and fight against corruption, eradicate poverty and provide employment avenues.
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May - 12 
On May 12, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres dragged Banshilal Gota (40), the elder brother of former Salwa Judum (anti-Maoist vigilante group) leader Chinnaram Gota, out of his house, beat him with lathis and then strangled him to
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On May 12, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres dragged Banshilal Gota (40), the elder brother of former Salwa Judum (anti-Maoist vigilante group) leader Chinnaram Gota, out of his house, beat him with lathis and then strangled him to death in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh, reports The Times of India. Police said that Banshilal was not associated with the Salwa Judum. Earlier in December 2012, his brother and prominent Salwa Judum leader Chinnaram was shot dead by Maoists in Bijapur. A Police man who was guarding him was also killed in that incident.
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Police arrested five youths on charges of impersonating as cadres of Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) and trying to extort over phone, in Bongaigaon District, reports The Telegraph. The arrested persons were identified
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Police arrested five youths on charges of impersonating as cadres of Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) and trying to extort over phone, in Bongaigaon District, reports The Telegraph. The arrested persons were identified as Bikram Pradhan [arrested on May 12], Sukumar Barman, Shankar Boro, Mohendra Roy and Krishna Kanta Bhaumik [rest arrested on May 13].
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May - 12 
Security Forces (SFs) found the decomposed body of a woman, suspected to be a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, inside the forest near Sindhesur village in Gadchiroli District on May 12, reports The Hindu. On April 12, Sindhesur wit
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Security Forces (SFs) found the decomposed body of a woman, suspected to be a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, inside the forest near Sindhesur village in Gadchiroli District on May 12, reports The Hindu. On April 12, Sindhesur witnessed an encounter between the Police and the Maoists in which four Maoists, two civilians and a Policeman were killed. Police claimed that the body may be of a Maoist killed in this encounter. A team of Gadchiroli Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) was carrying out a search operation when it stumbled upon the corpse, a press release said. One .303 rifle with 33 rounds, two backpacks and a pair of shoes were also found, the release said.
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May - 12 
SFs recovered arms, explosives and ammunition, smuggled from Pakistan, at Sabra Gali forests across the fencing on the Line of Control (LoC) at Balakote sector in Mendhar tehsil of Poonch District. According to sources, the recoveries included four A
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SFs recovered arms, explosives and ammunition, smuggled from Pakistan, at Sabra Gali forests across the fencing on the Line of Control (LoC) at Balakote sector in Mendhar tehsil of Poonch District. According to sources, the recoveries included four AK-47 rifles, four pistols, seven radio sets, one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), one UBGL grenade, 1019 AK rounds, three mobile handsets, one power Improvised Explosive Device (IED) with remote control, eight AK magazines, five pistol magazines and a also large quantity of eatables.
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May - 12 
The Anti-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF)/ (ULFA-Independent), in an email statement on May 12, said some people were collecting money in their name in the Districts of Tinsukia and Dibrugarh without their knowledge, report
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The Anti-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF)/ (ULFA-Independent), in an email statement on May 12, said some people were collecting money in their name in the Districts of Tinsukia and Dibrugarh without their knowledge, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 12 
The coastal security arrangements in Kerala, mainly along Thiruvananthapuram, are not up to standard and cannot effectively thwart possible infiltration bid by terrorists, The Times of India reports on May 13. The drawbacks in the existing coastal se
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The coastal security arrangements in Kerala, mainly along Thiruvananthapuram, are not up to standard and cannot effectively thwart possible infiltration bid by terrorists, The Times of India reports on May 13. The drawbacks in the existing coastal security system came to the fore after officers of the Indian Navy, coast guard, Police and other government agencies analyzed the outcome of Gemini-2, the recently concluded second edition of coastal defence drill held for Kerala and Lakshadweep Islands. The drill was anchored by the Indian Navy and coordinated by the joint operations centre at the Southern Naval Command. A senior officer of Indian Navy commented, "Coastal security arrangements in Lakshadweep Islands are more efficient compared to that in the mainland. The inimical forces found it hard to infiltrate the coasts of Lakshadweep Islands while they managed to get through the coastal belt in mainland, particularly in Thiruvananthapuram…We need to rope in the fishing community living along the coastline. To bring them close to the forces, the agencies are planning to make certain modifications in the format of the exercise.”
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May - 12 
The CPI-Maoist has asked Sabyasachi Panda, who was expelled from the outfit in August 2012, to return cash, goods, and arms of the parent organization, reports The Hindu. It may be noted that Sabyasachi has formed his own outfit Odisha Maobadi Party
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The CPI-Maoist has asked Sabyasachi Panda, who was expelled from the outfit in August 2012, to return cash, goods, and arms of the parent organization, reports The Hindu. It may be noted that Sabyasachi has formed his own outfit Odisha Maobadi Party (OMP) after his expulsion from the CPI-Maoist. The demand for the return of cash, goods and arms of CPI-Maoist was made by Nikhil, secretary of Ghumusar division of CPI-Maoist during his interaction with newsmen in Rayagada District. Nikhil through his press statement alleged that Sabyasachi after his expulsion had taken away around INR 6 million in cash, goods worth INR 4 million and 50 guns of CPI-Maoist.
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May - 12 
The Garo National Council (GNC), one of organizations representing the Garo tribe in the State, on May 12 stated that an autonomous council should be created by including Garo-dominated villages of the State, which at present fall under the Rabha Has
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The Garo National Council (GNC), one of organizations representing the Garo tribe in the State, on May 12 stated that an autonomous council should be created by including Garo-dominated villages of the State, which at present fall under the Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council (RHAC), reports Times of India. GNC ‘working president’ Tharman Momin claimed that there are 359 Garo-dominated villages in the Kamrup (rural) and Goalpara Districts that are included in the RHAC."Along with the 359 Garo-dominated villages, we also want to include 24 Khasi-dominated villages in the two districts in the exclusive autonomous council for the Garos of Assam. GNC has been asking for an autonomous council for the Garos for a long time, and the state government should consider our demand seriously," Momin said. GNC has vehemently opposed the demand of Garo Hills State Movement Committee (GHSMC), a Meghalaya based organisation, of including a few villages of Kamrup (rural) and Goalpara in their proposed ‘Garoland’, adds The Sentinel.
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May - 12 
The Shillong Times reports that Garo national Liberation Army (GNLA) militants threatened to kill Congress legislator from Raksamgre in West Garo Hills District, Limison Sangma, if he does not pay an amount of INR 500,000 by May 18. The legislator in
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The Shillong Times reports that Garo national Liberation Army (GNLA) militants threatened to kill Congress legislator from Raksamgre in West Garo Hills District, Limison Sangma, if he does not pay an amount of INR 500,000 by May 18. The legislator informed that it was on May 12 that the GNLA ‘area commander’, Rang Dat, sent him an SMS asking him to pay the amount by May 14, failing which the militant threatened to kill him. The militant also sent another text message on May 13 reminding him to pay the amount by May 14 and after getting no response, the deadline was extended to May 18 through another text message sent on May 14. The legislator said that he has taken up the matter with Chief Minister Mukul Sangma and also informed the local Police station about the issue. Limison said that in 2012, on three occasions, the GNLA had sent demand notes to him asking to pay an amount ranging from INR five million to INR 500,000.
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May - 12 
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has asked the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police to run background checks before ex-militants settled in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) are allowed to return to the state via Nepal border, Kashmir Times reported
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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has asked the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police to run background checks before ex-militants settled in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) are allowed to return to the state via Nepal border, Kashmir Times reported on May 13. Union Home Secretary R K Singh, in an interaction said, "We have received comments from all stakeholders and the new policy will be in place soon. J&K Police will escort these people to the state and will also carry out background checks." This is part of the joint effort by the MHA and the J&K Police to draft a standard operating procedure for those coming via Nepal. The route had created controversy after the Delhi Police arrested a former Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, Liyaqat Ali Shah, from Sanauli at Nepal border on March 22. The Police had alleged that he was on his way to Delhi for a fidayeen (suicide) strike ahead of Holi. The J&K Police, however, claimed that he was coming back to surrender and that his wife had already applied to authorities for his return. Union Minister for State for Home Affairs, R P N Singh, had told the Lok Sabha quoting J&K Police report that between 2010 and April 10, 2013, about 262 ex-militants have returned via Nepal as part of the state government's surrender and rehabilitation policy. He said the State Government has received 1,094 applications. None of those who have returned to India came via the designated routes such as Poonch, Uri, Wagah and IGI Airport, New Delhi.
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May - 12 
A man was shot dead in the Mannu Goth area of PIB Colony. New Town Sub-Divisional Police Officer Nasir Lodhi said Shafi Mohammad, a member of a criminal group, was shot dead by two unidentified assailants riding a motorcycle in the afternoon.
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A man was shot dead in the Mannu Goth area of PIB Colony. New Town Sub-Divisional Police Officer Nasir Lodhi said Shafi Mohammad, a member of a criminal group, was shot dead by two unidentified assailants riding a motorcycle in the afternoon.
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May - 12 
A senior member of the Daawat-e-Islami, Akeel Ahmed, was shot dead near Five Star Chowrangi in North Nazimabad. Akeel Ahmed, a resident of Gulbahar, was on his way towards Five Star Chowrangi with his son at night when two men on a motorcycle interce
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A senior member of the Daawat-e-Islami, Akeel Ahmed, was shot dead near Five Star Chowrangi in North Nazimabad. Akeel Ahmed, a resident of Gulbahar, was on his way towards Five Star Chowrangi with his son at night when two men on a motorcycle intercepted his vehicle and shot him. Ahmed had suffered multiple bullet wounds.
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May - 12 
An Ahl-e-Sunnat-Wal-Jama’at (ASWJ) cadre was shot dead near Sakhi Hassan Chowrangi in North Nazimabad. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Central Amir Farooqi said 32-year-old Abdul Wahid, a resident of Sector-11½, Orangi Town, was attacked by two
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An Ahl-e-Sunnat-Wal-Jama’at (ASWJ) cadre was shot dead near Sakhi Hassan Chowrangi in North Nazimabad. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Central Amir Farooqi said 32-year-old Abdul Wahid, a resident of Sector-11½, Orangi Town, was attacked by two men riding a motorcycle in the afternoon. Wahid was shot eight times with 9mm pistols.
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May - 12 
At least 16 persons were killed in a blast that ripped through a passenger bus in Miranshah town of North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 12, reports Daily Times. The nature of the blast could not be ascertained
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At least 16 persons were killed in a blast that ripped through a passenger bus in Miranshah town of North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 12, reports Daily Times. The nature of the blast could not be ascertained immediately.
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May - 12 
Balochistan Inspector General of Police Mushtaq Sukhera narrowly escaped a suicide attack in the high security zone on Zarghoon Road in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan on May 12 that killed at least six persons and injured 46 others, re
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Balochistan Inspector General of Police Mushtaq Sukhera narrowly escaped a suicide attack in the high security zone on Zarghoon Road in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan on May 12 that killed at least six persons and injured 46 others, reports Daily Times. IGP Sukhera had just entered his residence on Zarghoon Road when a suicide bomber in a vehicle laden with explosives blew themselves up outside. “At least two policemen, three paramilitary soldiers and one passerby were killed outside the inspector general’s residence and 46 others were wounded,” Home Secretary Akbar Durrani said. The windowpanes of several government premises and other buildings, including that of media organisations, were smashed in the blast. The four-story building of Quetta Press Club was also damaged, while a journalist sitting inside the press club received injuries.
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May - 12 
Seven persons, including political activists and an ASWJ cadre, were killed in separate incidents of violence across Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 12, reports The News. Two activists of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), Adeel and
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Seven persons, including political activists and an ASWJ cadre, were killed in separate incidents of violence across Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 12, reports The News. Two activists of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), Adeel and Anees, were shot dead and another, Kamran, was injured near Daata Chowk in Sector-11½, Orangi Town. Iqbal Market Station House Officer (SHO) Amjad Kiyani said two men riding a motorcycle opened fire on them and escaped. Adeel and Anees were shot several times with 9mm pistols.
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May - 12 
Six rockets were fired in different areas of the provincial capital Quetta in the Sunday night. Police sources said that unidentified militants fired rockets from the mountains which landed in different areas of the metropolis. One of the rockets lan
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Six rockets were fired in different areas of the provincial capital Quetta in the Sunday night. Police sources said that unidentified militants fired rockets from the mountains which landed in different areas of the metropolis. One of the rockets landed in a ground near a checkpost causing no damage to life.
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May - 12 
The Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) renounced the results of the election on various polling stations and demanded the ECP either recounts the votes or conduct a new election. Speaking at a press conference, BNP-M Vice President Sajjid Tare
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The Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) renounced the results of the election on various polling stations and demanded the ECP either recounts the votes or conduct a new election. Speaking at a press conference, BNP-M Vice President Sajjid Tareen, PB-5 candidate Akhter Hussain Langov, PB-4 candidate Ahmed Nawaz Baloch and a large number of party workers renounced the election results. “All the forces deployed for so-called security of polling stations were utilised to turn the majority of our votes into a minority,” Sajjid Tareen said, adding that the BNP-M was punished for its policies and the six-point agenda that it had put before the CJP for putting an end to the atrocities perpetrated against the people of Balochistan.
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May - 12 
Two Pakistan Muslim League - Nawaz (PML-N) supporters were killed and another injured in an attack near Malir No 9 in Khokhrapar. Model Colony Police said 20-year-old Ishaq, 18-year-old Hamza and an unidentified man in his 20s were returning home fro
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Two Pakistan Muslim League - Nawaz (PML-N) supporters were killed and another injured in an attack near Malir No 9 in Khokhrapar. Model Colony Police said 20-year-old Ishaq, 18-year-old Hamza and an unidentified man in his 20s were returning home from a party rally at night when some men shot them.
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May - 12 
Two persons died in a landmine explosion in Goth Manzoor Jan area of Naseerabad District. According to Police, the victims, identified as Allah Dino and Leemo Khan, were on their way home on a motorbike when they hit a roadside landmine that went off
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Two persons died in a landmine explosion in Goth Manzoor Jan area of Naseerabad District. According to Police, the victims, identified as Allah Dino and Leemo Khan, were on their way home on a motorbike when they hit a roadside landmine that went off. As a result, both of them died on the spot.
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May - 12 
Unidentified militants fired two rockets targeting a Security Force check post in Chatkan area of Panjgur District. Local Levies sources said the rockets fired from surrounding mountains, landed in ground near the check post causing no damage to life
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Unidentified militants fired two rockets targeting a Security Force check post in Chatkan area of Panjgur District. Local Levies sources said the rockets fired from surrounding mountains, landed in ground near the check post causing no damage to life.
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May - 12 
Coordination committee member and Federal Affairs and Local Development Minister Bidhyadhar Mallik on May 12 said the Government is preparing to forward the three poll related ordinances to the President within four days even if the parties fail to i
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Coordination committee member and Federal Affairs and Local Development Minister Bidhyadhar Mallik on May 12 said the Government is preparing to forward the three poll related ordinances to the President within four days even if the parties fail to iron out their differences, reports The Himalayan Times. He further said a meeting of Government consultation coordination committee headed by Home Minister Madhav Prasad Ghimire and Chairman of interim election council Khil Raj Regmi assessed the parties’ views on the disputed issues.
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May - 12 
Normal life in Terai region of the country was paralysed on May 12 due to the day-long bandh (shutdown) enforced by Sadbhavana Party, reports Nepalnews.com. The party enforced the shutdown putting forth 10-point demands that includes immediate announ
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Normal life in Terai region of the country was paralysed on May 12 due to the day-long bandh (shutdown) enforced by Sadbhavana Party, reports Nepalnews.com. The party enforced the shutdown putting forth 10-point demands that includes immediate announcement of date for fresh Constituent Assembly (CA) election. Police arrested six leaders and cadres of the party including Sunsari District Member Parameswor Mandal who were in Itahari to close the markets and stop vehicles along with party flags. Those arrested are Madan Mandal, Raman Khan, Bhupen Kumar Thakur, Naresh Mahato and Pramod Chaudhary. Similarly, in Chitwan District, five leaders and cadres of the party were arrested from Ratnanagar of Chitwan this morning while trying to stop vehicles. The arrested cadres of the Party led by Rajendra Mahato were Central Member Arjun Upreti, Kushal Subedi, Indra Subedi, Sandesh Tamang and Jiwan Chaudhary.
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May - 12 
Detective Branch (DB) of Police arrested two Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leaders on suspicion of their involvement in subversive activities in Rajshahi city of Rajshahi District on May 12. The arrested persons are Farid Uddin and Azam Ali.
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Detective Branch (DB) of Police arrested two Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leaders on suspicion of their involvement in subversive activities in Rajshahi city of Rajshahi District on May 12. The arrested persons are Farid Uddin and Azam Ali.
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May - 12 
International Crimes Tribunal-1 (ICT-1) on May 12 indicted JeI Nayeb-e-Ameer (Deputy Chief) AKM Yusuf also known as the founder of the infamous Razakar force that collaborated with the occupation Pakistani army in killing three million Bengalis in 19
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International Crimes Tribunal-1 (ICT-1) on May 12 indicted JeI Nayeb-e-Ameer (Deputy Chief) AKM Yusuf also known as the founder of the infamous Razakar force that collaborated with the occupation Pakistani army in killing three million Bengalis in 1971, reports The Daily Star. Prosecutor Hrishikesh Saha appealed to the tribunal saying “We have brought 15 charges and most of the charges were brought against him for genocide committed by him.” He is the tenth one to be indicted by the tribunals.
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May - 12 
Former LTTE arms procurer Kumaran Pathmanathan also known as KP on May 12 said that reducing the army presence in the war-hit areas in the country and introducing civil administration would help improve the living conditions of the people there, repo
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Former LTTE arms procurer Kumaran Pathmanathan also known as KP on May 12 said that reducing the army presence in the war-hit areas in the country and introducing civil administration would help improve the living conditions of the people there, reports Daily Mirror. He also said that in the 1970s, Tamil politicians brainwashed youngsters like him into joining the Tamil cause. KP is not short of suggestions on the means to achieve peace and reconciliation: “The army’s presence enhances safety at one level, but also intimidates people.”
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May - 12 
President Mahinda Rajapaksa has scheduled two crucial meetings with the coalition parties of the ruling United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA) and the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) to mainly discuss the Northern Provincial Council (NPC) election, Go
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President Mahinda Rajapaksa has scheduled two crucial meetings with the coalition parties of the ruling United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA) and the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) to mainly discuss the Northern Provincial Council (NPC) election, Government sources said on May 12, reports Colombo Page. According to sources, the discussion will be focused on the ideological division in the coalition regarding the NPC elections, which is scheduled to be held in September. Several parties of the UPFA have openly objected to holding elections for the NPC while the leftist parties in the coalition back the election and the power devolution. The division of the coalition parties over the election has created a problem for the Government to hold the elections for the North, sources say.
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May - 13 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed and one trooper got injured in the ongoing encounter between the Maoists and Security Forces (SFs) in a forest in Seraikela-Kharswan District, reports Zee News on May 14. As reported ear
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed and one trooper got injured in the ongoing encounter between the Maoists and Security Forces (SFs) in a forest in Seraikela-Kharswan District, reports Zee News on May 14. As reported earlier, one Maoist was killed and two troopers were injured in the encounter on May 13.
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May - 13 
A Maoist leader, suspected of having played an important role in the Latehar encounter in January that killed 11 SF personnel, and a female friend were arrested in Ranchi, reports The Times of India. Yogendra Ganjhu alias Pawan Ganjhu alias Ashimanan
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A Maoist leader, suspected of having played an important role in the Latehar encounter in January that killed 11 SF personnel, and a female friend were arrested in Ranchi, reports The Times of India. Yogendra Ganjhu alias Pawan Ganjhu alias Ashimanand is the secretary of the outfit's North Latehar sub-zone. His 20-year-old friend Sanjida alias Khusboo Khatoon alias Shaira Kumari is an active member of the CPI-Maoist. Police recovered a laptop, a gun and three bullets during their joint raid with state intelligence department. "Ganjhu is wanted in more than 24 cases," said SSP Singh, adding that he carried a reward of INR 200,000.
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May - 13 
Army has intensified vigil along the Line of Control (LoC) after reports of militants using snow covered mountain passes for infiltration in Kupwara District, sources said, Daily Excelsior reported on May 13. “Army was astonished when an Army patrol
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Army has intensified vigil along the Line of Control (LoC) after reports of militants using snow covered mountain passes for infiltration in Kupwara District, sources said, Daily Excelsior reported on May 13. “Army was astonished when an Army patrol party encountered a group of at least six highly trained militants in Budnal forests in Chowkibal area of Kupwara District on May 7″, sources said. However, the militants managed to give a slip to the Army in dense forests after a brief gun battle. The operation against these militants entered seventh day on May 13 with Security Forces clueless about the whereabouts of these infiltrated militants. Army recovered four haversacks from the Budnal forests that contained dry fruits, roasted chicken and first aid. Sources said that from the recovered items it looks that the group has infiltrated from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) a night before they had an encounter with Army. “They had taken advantage of snow covered mountain passes”, they added. Sources said that at least 12 militants have also infiltrated from Macchil sector of the Kupwara District where the mountain passes have not opened up yet. Taking the advantage of tough terrain and heavy snow these militants managed to give slip to the Army in freak weather conditions. Army launched operation last week after the movement of the militants was reported in the forests areas of Lolab but no traces of these militants were found as the forests are dense. Also at least six militants might have infiltrated through Nowgam sector on May 1. Sources said that around 800 highly trained militants are waiting at the launch pads across the LoC ready to infiltrate. “They are trying to infiltrate from all the sectors”, sources added.
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May - 13 
Naga National Council (NNC), on May 13, issued a notification to all the regional councils to observe the “62nd Naga National Plebiscite Day” on May 16.
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Naga National Council (NNC), on May 13, issued a notification to all the regional councils to observe the “62nd Naga National Plebiscite Day” on May 16.
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May - 13 
Nagaland Post reports on May 13 that National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has notified that despite repeated reminders, some people were reportedly collecting huge amounts of money from different departments. In a statement, NSCN-
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Nagaland Post reports on May 13 that National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has notified that despite repeated reminders, some people were reportedly collecting huge amounts of money from different departments. In a statement, NSCN-K said that henceforth no monetary transaction in the name of NSCN-K would be allowed without the knowledge of the kilonser (minister) and ‘secretary of chaplee affairs’. “All information slips or any other directions issued in the name of NSCN (K) stands invalid”, said NSCN-K.
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May - 13 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) has commissioned the Indian Law Institute (ILI) to study terror cases of last few years to see where the efforts of investigating agencies were falling short, Hindustan Times reports on May 14. According to a senio
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) has commissioned the Indian Law Institute (ILI) to study terror cases of last few years to see where the efforts of investigating agencies were falling short, Hindustan Times reports on May 14. According to a senior NIA officer, “Though the study has been commissioned by the NIA, but all investigation agencies of the country will benefit from it.” He further added, “For the sake of credibility of investigation agencies, it is very necessary to look for the ways for better investigation and then prosecution. Therefore the NIA roped in the ILI for the research.”
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May - 13 
One Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed and two Security Force (SF) personnel were injured on May 13 in an encounter in a forest between Kalerango and Chatnibeda villages under Kuchai Police Station in Saraikela Kharsawa Dis
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One Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed and two Security Force (SF) personnel were injured on May 13 in an encounter in a forest between Kalerango and Chatnibeda villages under Kuchai Police Station in Saraikela Kharsawa District, reports IBN Live. Police officials said they received a tip-off that Maoists were about to assemble in the forest whereupon the Police, Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) rushed to the spot. The Maoists fired on seeing the personnel, triggering a gun fight. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) (Kolhan range) AK Singh said the deceased was in uniform and a massive search operation was on to check whether any other Moist was killed in the encounter.
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May - 13 
One Lalit Hatibaruah was arrested at Margherita in Tinsukia District for attempting to extort money from a businessman Ranjit Singh of the area posing as an ULFA-ATF.
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One Lalit Hatibaruah was arrested at Margherita in Tinsukia District for attempting to extort money from a businessman Ranjit Singh of the area posing as an ULFA-ATF.
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May - 13 
Plans are on to intensify anti-Maoist operation in cut off area of Chitrakonda reservoir, which is a major Maoist stronghold in Malkangiri district, reports The Hindu. Apart from it the Police was also ready to provide adequate security for construct
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Plans are on to intensify anti-Maoist operation in cut off area of Chitrakonda reservoir, which is a major Maoist stronghold in Malkangiri district, reports The Hindu. Apart from it the Police was also ready to provide adequate security for construction of the long awaited bridge over Gurupriya river. These were stated by Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) Prakash Mishra during his visit to Malkangiri district on May 3. Mishra also visited cut off areas of the Chitrakonda reservoir. During his visit he discussed with the local senior Police officials as well as personnel of the Border Security Force (BSF) deployed in the area. If constructed, the Gurupriya bridge would connect more than 151 villages of cut off area which are now surrounded by water from three sides.
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May - 13 
The Odisha State Government has sanctioned INR 12.5 million to set up the proposed cyber Police Station in Bhubaneswar, The Times of India reports on May 14. A 6,200 sqft land has been identified near the Police reserve line at Jayadev Vihar for the
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The Odisha State Government has sanctioned INR 12.5 million to set up the proposed cyber Police Station in Bhubaneswar, The Times of India reports on May 14. A 6,200 sqft land has been identified near the Police reserve line at Jayadev Vihar for the dedicated cyber Police Station to deal with cyber-related offences. While most Police Stations in the state, including Bhubaneswar, are scaring away cyber complainants citing poor expertise, there were instances where Police in some Districts registered cases and made headways.
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May - 13 
The Sentinel reports that unspecified number of school children had a narrow escape on May 13 after suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) fired indiscriminately to avoid arrest in South Garo Hills District. According to Police, based on spec
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The Sentinel reports that unspecified number of school children had a narrow escape on May 13 after suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) fired indiscriminately to avoid arrest in South Garo Hills District. According to Police, based on specific inputs, it was known that transaction of money was going to take place between GNLA militants and a businessman at Rongding Awe School playground. When Police reached the spot, heavily armed militants opened fire indiscriminately and the GNLA cadres managed to escape. However, Police arrested a businessman who was supposed to hand over the money to the militants. “We have arrested Uttam Marak, the businessman from the playground, who was alleged to handover over Rs 3 lakh to the GNLA area commander Rakkam D Shira,” Police said. Police have booked him under various sections of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA).
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May - 13 
The Times of India reports that Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh underscored the need to maintain peace and harmony among all the communities in the State while speaking on "Changing contours of Manipur and way ahead" at a seminar organized by the Ar
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The Times of India reports that Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh underscored the need to maintain peace and harmony among all the communities in the State while speaking on "Changing contours of Manipur and way ahead" at a seminar organized by the Army's Red Shield Division at its Leimakhong headquarters near Imphal on May 13. He said tackling militancy and bringing development to the doorstep of people has to be a two-way process wherein people should take the responsibility to restore peace and development will follow. "Security forces especially the Army and the Assam Rifles, central paramilitary forces along with the state players do play an important role in restoring peace," he added.
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May - 13 
The Times of India reports that the Naga People's Movement for Human Rights (NPMHR), while seeking Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's intervention in expediting the 'Indo-Naga' peace talks, also demanded the release of all Naga "political prisoners". In
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The Times of India reports that the Naga People's Movement for Human Rights (NPMHR), while seeking Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's intervention in expediting the 'Indo-Naga' peace talks, also demanded the release of all Naga "political prisoners". In a memorandum submitted to Singh on May 13, the NPMHR said the 'Indo-Naga' ceasefire and peace talks have been in process since 1997. The Naga people have been waiting patiently for a solution that will end the cycle of violence and bloodshed that took place before the start of the peace talks, the memo said. "However, almost 16 years since the ceasefire, no end or honorable solution is in sight," the memo added. The memo said the "Indian state forces" and their various agencies were functioning with total impunity, which is against the spirit of the ceasefire in which Indian representatives and Naga leaders are collectively working towards an honorable solution for all concerned. The NPMHR added that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) had on September 27, 2010, "illegally" arrested Ningkhan Anthony Shimray, head of "foreign affairs" of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) from the Kathmandu international airport on the allegation that he was to procure arms to wage war against India. Shimray was on his way to New Delhi on the invitation of the NSCN-IM leadership to participate in the 'Indo-Naga' peace talks, which was scheduled to be held on September 29, 2010 in New Delhi, the memo said. "We urge you and your office to expedite the peace process. Further, we urge that political prisoners like Ningkhan Anthony Shimray be released immediately in the greater interest of peace and respect for rights and dignity," the memo said.
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May - 13 
A person, identified as Kashif Soomro (20), was shot dead near Crown cinema of Mauripur road. Police suspected that Lyari gangsters were behind the incident.
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A person, identified as Kashif Soomro (20), was shot dead near Crown cinema of Mauripur road. Police suspected that Lyari gangsters were behind the incident.
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May - 13 
A person, identified as Shahbaz, was killed by unidentified assailants near Karachi Medical and Dental College (KMDC) located in North Nazimabad town within the jurisdiction of Taimoria Police Station, reports Daily Times.
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A person, identified as Shahbaz, was killed by unidentified assailants near Karachi Medical and Dental College (KMDC) located in North Nazimabad town within the jurisdiction of Taimoria Police Station, reports Daily Times.
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May - 13 
An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), Syed Maqbool Shah, was killed in Farid Colony of Mominabad area.
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An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), Syed Maqbool Shah, was killed in Farid Colony of Mominabad area.
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May - 13 
At least four persons were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 13, reports The Express Tribune. A Philanthropist and social activist Abdul Waheed, was shot dead by unidentified assailant
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At least four persons were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 13, reports The Express Tribune. A Philanthropist and social activist Abdul Waheed, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at his medical store in Islamia Colony of Manghopir area. The suspects also injured his one-year-old daughter Pareesha and his elder brother Naseeb Taj.
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May - 13 
Chairman of All Parties National Alliance (APNA) Sardar Arif Shahid was killed by two unidentified assailants in Rawalpindi city of same District, on May 13, reports Kashmir Times. His party, Jammu & Kashmir National Liberation Conference has announc
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Chairman of All Parties National Alliance (APNA) Sardar Arif Shahid was killed by two unidentified assailants in Rawalpindi city of same District, on May 13, reports Kashmir Times. His party, Jammu & Kashmir National Liberation Conference has announced three-day mourning across Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK).
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May - 13 
One more person injured in the May 12 Zarghoon Road (Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan) suicide blast, died on May 13 raising the death toll to eight, reports The News. At least seven persons were killed and 68 others injured, many of the
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One more person injured in the May 12 Zarghoon Road (Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan) suicide blast, died on May 13 raising the death toll to eight, reports The News. At least seven persons were killed and 68 others injured, many of them critically, in the blast targeting Inspector General of Police Mushtaq Ahmed Sukhaira on May 12.
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May - 13 
The Government has formally declared 29 villages in Parachamkani area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) a conflict zone, where, officials say, Security Forces are gearing up for action against militants, Dawn reported on
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The Government has formally declared 29 villages in Parachamkani area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) a conflict zone, where, officials say, Security Forces are gearing up for action against militants, Dawn reported on May 16. An official source in FATA Secretariat told Dawn that the office of the FATA secretary (law and order) on May 13 had notified 29 villages of Parachamkani as a conflict zone and that notification had been issued to all authorities concerned.
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May - 13 
The Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) on May 13 acknowledged perpetrating the May 12 suicide bombing attack on Zarghoon Road in Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports Central Asia Online. At least eight persons, m
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The Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) on May 13 acknowledged perpetrating the May 12 suicide bombing attack on Zarghoon Road in Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports Central Asia Online. At least eight persons, mostly Police and SFs, were killed in the suicide bombing, which targeted Balochistan Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mushtaq Sukhera. However, he had escaped unhurt.
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May - 13 
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan said on May 1 in an interview with British daily Telegraph, that former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto was not assassinated by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), reports The Express Tribune.
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The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan said on May 1 in an interview with British daily Telegraph, that former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto was not assassinated by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), reports The Express Tribune.
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May - 13 
Waseem (27), a trainee Police constable, was killed near Saeedabad Police training centre of Baldia town, reports The News.
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Waseem (27), a trainee Police constable, was killed near Saeedabad Police training centre of Baldia town, reports The News.
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May - 13 
Cadres of Sadbhawana Party (SP) on May 13 launched indefinite hunger strike in Birgunj area of Parsa District demanding that the Government announce the election date immediately, reports Nepalnews.com. The party said the ongoing relay hunger strike
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Cadres of Sadbhawana Party (SP) on May 13 launched indefinite hunger strike in Birgunj area of Parsa District demanding that the Government announce the election date immediately, reports Nepalnews.com. The party said the ongoing relay hunger strike has been turned into fast-unto-death after the Government did not respond to its demands, which also includes formation of a commission for fresh delineation of election constituencies. The SP, which is a constituent of the Madhesi Front that is part of the High Level Political Committee (HLPC), has also demanded amendment to the Citizenship Act to make it possible to obtain citizenship cards in mother's name.
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May - 13 
Further hardening its stance, the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) Secretary Netra Bikram Chand on May 13 (today) ruled out the possibility of CA election in mid-November without broader political consensus and has se
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Further hardening its stance, the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) Secretary Netra Bikram Chand on May 13 (today) ruled out the possibility of CA election in mid-November without broader political consensus and has set a three-point condition to hold talks with the Government, reports Myrepublica.com. He said "The three-point conditions are only for holding talks with the Government. Discussion on our participation in election at this point is meaningless because even the constituent parties of the High-Level Political Committee (HLPC) aren´t prepared for election."
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May - 13 
The Government appealed to the agitating alliance of various 33 parties led by Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) to come to negotiating table without any preconditions, reports Myrepublica.com. The Government also aske
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The Government appealed to the agitating alliance of various 33 parties led by Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) to come to negotiating table without any preconditions, reports Myrepublica.com. The Government also asked all the agitating parties to help in conducting the upcoming election by mid-December. In response to the Government´s invitation for talks, CPN-Maoist-Baidya-led alliance has put forth three conditions including scrapping of the appointment of Lok Man Singh Karki as chief of Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA), scrapping of the 25-point ordinance endorsed by the president to resolve the constitutional difficulties and immediate halt to the citizenship certificates distribution to ‘immigrants’ by birth as preconditions for talks.
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May - 13 
The HLPC recommended the Government form a constituency delimitation commission and announces the date for holding fresh Constituent Assembly (CA) elections, reports Kantipuronline.com. The HLPC, comprising top leaders of the four major political for
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The HLPC recommended the Government form a constituency delimitation commission and announces the date for holding fresh Constituent Assembly (CA) elections, reports Kantipuronline.com. The HLPC, comprising top leaders of the four major political forces, decided to hold extensive talks with poll-opposing parties within the next two days and try to bring them on the election track. Committee members said top leaders of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M), Nepali Congress (NC), Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) and the Samyukta Loktantrik Madhesi Morcha (SLMM) will hold talks separately with the agitating parties.
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May - 13 
A Sylhet District Court on May 13 sent 19 leaders and cadres of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and its student organisation Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) to jail after rejecting a bail prayer in two cases, reports New Age. The cases were filed in connection wit
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A Sylhet District Court on May 13 sent 19 leaders and cadres of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and its student organisation Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) to jail after rejecting a bail prayer in two cases, reports New Age. The cases were filed in connection with the JeI-ICS cadres attack at the Palli Bidyut office and clash with Police at Bishwanath sub-District in the Sylhet District on Mach 20 that left one person daed.
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May - 13 
Terming the JeI-ICS as a terrorist outfit, Finance Minister AMA Muhit while speaking at a function at his Secretariat office said, “Their intention is to create anarchy in the country, they’ve no interest in this country and they never owned this cou
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Terming the JeI-ICS as a terrorist outfit, Finance Minister AMA Muhit while speaking at a function at his Secretariat office said, “Their intention is to create anarchy in the country, they’ve no interest in this country and they never owned this country,” reports The Independent. About keeping agricultural produce-laden vehicles out of the purview of hartal (general shut down), Muhith alleged that the opposition activists, especially those of JeI-ICS, have been torching vehicles including agriculture produce carrying vehicles during hartals. The Finance Minister also said the perpetrators of these misdeeds should have to be hunted down and be punished.
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May - 13 
Tamil National Alliance (TNA) has requested the Elections Commissioner to invite foreign poll observers for the Northern Provincial Council elections. TNA representatives have made this request during a meeting with Elections Commissioner Mahinda Des
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Tamil National Alliance (TNA) has requested the Elections Commissioner to invite foreign poll observers for the Northern Provincial Council elections. TNA representatives have made this request during a meeting with Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya on an invitation extended by him. TNA parliamentarian Suresh Premachandran has said that foreign poll observers would help minimize troubles during the Northern election period. He has observed that the Elections Commissioner was asked to ensure the presence of foreign poll monitors from the time elections to the Northern Provincial Council are announced. According to Premachandran, it had also been highlighted the need to allow the expatriates to vote in the Northern elections. Tags
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May - 13 
Tamil political parties, both within the fold of the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) and outside, on May 13 decided to agree to a common policy on the political solution to the national question, reports Daily Mirror. The decision was arrived at a meet
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Tamil political parties, both within the fold of the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) and outside, on May 13 decided to agree to a common policy on the political solution to the national question, reports Daily Mirror. The decision was arrived at a meeting convened by northern civil society movements with TNA Member of Parliament (MP) M.A. Sumanthiran, Tamil People’s Liberation Front leader Gajendra Kumar Ponnambalam and civil society activist K. Gurubaran.
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May - 13 
Vanni Security Forces Commander and Officer-in-Charge of Displaced Persons in the Northern Province Major General Boniface Perera said, “Not a single civilian had gone missing in the Vanni District after the end of the war”, reports Daily News. He s
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Vanni Security Forces Commander and Officer-in-Charge of Displaced Persons in the Northern Province Major General Boniface Perera said, “Not a single civilian had gone missing in the Vanni District after the end of the war”, reports Daily News. He said, "If anyone says someone has gone missing after the end of terrorism and if they are ready to give information on who had gone missing etc, and when and where, I am ready to debate with any person at any international forum on behalf of the Government."
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May - 14 
Army on May 14 recovered an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by militants in Kupwara District bringing the number of explosive devices recovered on the highway during past two weeks to three, reports Daily Excelsior. Police sources said that
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Army on May 14 recovered an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by militants in Kupwara District bringing the number of explosive devices recovered on the highway during past two weeks to three, reports Daily Excelsior. Police sources said that four kilogramme IED placed in a pressure cooker was found by a road opening party of Army in Khumriyat village of Lolab area on roadside. The IED was defused.
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May - 14 
Body of an unidentified person suspected to be killed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was found along a road in MV90 village area under Kalimela Police Station limits of Malkangiri District on May 14, reports The Hindu. The man was ar
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Body of an unidentified person suspected to be killed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was found along a road in MV90 village area under Kalimela Police Station limits of Malkangiri District on May 14, reports The Hindu. The man was around 40 years in age. According to Malkangiri Superintendent of Police (SP), Akhileswar Singh, identity of the deceased was yet to be ascertained. No local had been able to identify the deceased which hinted that he was not from that area. His throat had been slit open and his head had been smashed with some heavy boulder. A hand written letter was left on the body of the deceased which carried the message that the victim had been killed as he was a ‘police informer’.
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May - 14 
Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) ‘chairman’ Rimpu N Marak has sought immediate intervention of Chief Minister Mukul Sangma in resolving various issues in Garo Hills which according to the outfit, needed immediate attenti
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Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) ‘chairman’ Rimpu N Marak has sought immediate intervention of Chief Minister Mukul Sangma in resolving various issues in Garo Hills which according to the outfit, needed immediate attention and departmental ramification. In a communiqué sent to the Chief Minister, Marak said, “The drawbacks of each department in providing adequate facilities to the people can undoubtedly be assumed as the failure of the government.”
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May - 14 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze two cement mixer machines and vehicles at a culvert construction site at village Bhavanitola in Ambagarh chowki in Rajnandgaon District on May 14, reports The Times of India. Rajnandgaon
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze two cement mixer machines and vehicles at a culvert construction site at village Bhavanitola in Ambagarh chowki in Rajnandgaon District on May 14, reports The Times of India. Rajnandgaon District Superintendent of Police (SP) Sanjeev Shukla said a small group of Maoists, who reached the construction site late night, put the machinery on fire. The Maoists also set ablaze hutments of labourers engaged in the construction work. However, the labourers were left unharmed.
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May - 14 
Defence Minister A.K. Antony on May 14 said that construction of additional bases and naval air stations in necessary to further extend our operational reach, reports defensenews.com. “Antony said the construction of additional bases and naval air st
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Defence Minister A.K. Antony on May 14 said that construction of additional bases and naval air stations in necessary to further extend our operational reach, reports defensenews.com. “Antony said the construction of additional bases and naval air stations in Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep & Minicoy Islands is necessary to further extend our operational reach,” said a Defence Ministry statement. Antony also called on the Navy and Coast Guard commanders to implement the Coastal Security Plan, which includes linking the Navy and the Coast Guard operations rooms on a real-time basis. India’s Coastal Security Network, proposed to be operational this year, would include a chain of static radar and electro-optic sensors at 84 remote sites along the coastline, including the island territories, to detect movement of suspicious vessels. The placement of the coastal radars is part of India’s plans to substantially bolster the Coast Guard with additional personnel and assets. Firstpost.com adds that the Coastal Security Scheme Phase-II is being implemented since April 2011 for five years. It has provision of creating 131 Marine Police Stations and 60 jetties equipped with 225 boats, 131 four wheelers and 242 two wheelers.
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May - 14 
Heavily armed unidentified group of people numbering 10 to 15 believed to be cadres of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) are demanding heavy extortion from coalmines supervisors, commonly known as sordar, in the mineral rich East Jaint
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Heavily armed unidentified group of people numbering 10 to 15 believed to be cadres of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) are demanding heavy extortion from coalmines supervisors, commonly known as sordar, in the mineral rich East Jaintia Hills District, according to a report of May 15. Reliable sources informed that the suspected NDFB militants have issued several receipt slips to coalmine supervisors in East Jaintia Hills particularly in Sohkymphor area. “The receipt slips were issued to them (sordar) instead of demand notes and they were asked to pay the amount mentioned in the receipt slip or face abduction,” the sources informed.
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May - 14 
Maoist cadres ‘raided’ the house of a Special Police Officer (SPO) in Ambilabeda village under Chitrokonda Police Station in Malkangiri District on May 14 and threatened him to quit the job as soon as possible, reports The Pioneer. According to SPO M
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Maoist cadres ‘raided’ the house of a Special Police Officer (SPO) in Ambilabeda village under Chitrokonda Police Station in Malkangiri District on May 14 and threatened him to quit the job as soon as possible, reports The Pioneer. According to SPO Mana Rasapada, around 20-25 Maoists raided his house, attacked him and his family members.
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May - 14 
Meanwhile, the next round of `tripartite talks` involving the United Naga Council (UNC), the Government of India and the State government of Manipur is likely to take place sometime in April or May, reports kanglaonline on March 14. The Government of
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Meanwhile, the next round of `tripartite talks` involving the United Naga Council (UNC), the Government of India and the State government of Manipur is likely to take place sometime in April or May, reports kanglaonline on March 14. The Government of Manipur had reportedly submitted a list of development projects being supposedly implemented in the hill districts in the 5th `tripartite talk` held on February 12, 2013 to establish that it (Manipur government) has been doing enough in the hill districts or `tribal areas` with regard to the development projects. The representatives of the Manipur government had also reportedly stated that the demand for the `Alternative Arrangement` for the Nagas in Manipur was beyond the brief and mandate of the team and that could be taken up only at the political level and that they would like the `tripartite talk` to examine how equal development could be brought to the hills. The UNC is said to be taking up intensive verification on the listed projects and documenting what was the development of the hills that the Manipur government was talking about.
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May - 14 
Police arrested Maoist cadre, identified as Nelson Cherba, wanted in at least seven cases of violence from Posaita forests under Manoharpur Police Station of West Singhbhum District, reports The Pioneer. He was wanted in seven cases including blowing
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Police arrested Maoist cadre, identified as Nelson Cherba, wanted in at least seven cases of violence from Posaita forests under Manoharpur Police Station of West Singhbhum District, reports The Pioneer. He was wanted in seven cases including blowing up of a rail track in 2009.
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May - 14 
Security Force (SF) personnel recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted inside the jungle around two kilometers from Pachangi village in Narayanpatna block of Koraput District.
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Security Force (SF) personnel recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted inside the jungle around two kilometers from Pachangi village in Narayanpatna block of Koraput District.
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May - 14 
Security Forces recovered a landmine planted in a steel container at Pachingi village under Narayanpatna Police Station limits in Koraput District during a combing operation on May 14, reports The New Indian Express. The Border Security Force (BSF)
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Security Forces recovered a landmine planted in a steel container at Pachingi village under Narayanpatna Police Station limits in Koraput District during a combing operation on May 14, reports The New Indian Express. The Border Security Force (BSF) along with Special Operation Group (SOG) and Narayanpatna Police were conducting a combing operation when they found the landmine and 25 kilogram of explosives from the spot.
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May - 14 
The All Adivasi Students’ Association (AASA) of Assam on May 14 staged a rally at the Industrial Training Institute field in Bongaigaon District, reports The Telegraph. AASA said if the Adivasis did not get Scheduled Tribes (ST) status before the 201
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The All Adivasi Students’ Association (AASA) of Assam on May 14 staged a rally at the Industrial Training Institute field in Bongaigaon District, reports The Telegraph. AASA said if the Adivasis did not get Scheduled Tribes (ST) status before the 2014 Lok Sabha election, the community would boycott the polls.
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May - 14 
The All Assam Minorities Student’s Union (AAMSU) staged a demonstration in front of the Dhubri and Goalpara Deputy Commissioners’ offices demanding a judicial inquiry into the Police firing at Rakhasini in Goalpara and Baghmari in Biswanath Chariali
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The All Assam Minorities Student’s Union (AAMSU) staged a demonstration in front of the Dhubri and Goalpara Deputy Commissioners’ offices demanding a judicial inquiry into the Police firing at Rakhasini in Goalpara and Baghmari in Biswanath Chariali on April 29-30. AAMSU also demanded the rehabilitation of people displaced in the Bodoland Territorial Administrated Area District (BTAD) violence in 2012.
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May - 14 
The Anti-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF/ ULFA-Independent) criticized the Assam Government for conferring the Srimanta Sankardev Award for the year 2008 on to veteran film personality Sharmila Tagore, reports Times of Indi
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The Anti-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF/ ULFA-Independent) criticized the Assam Government for conferring the Srimanta Sankardev Award for the year 2008 on to veteran film personality Sharmila Tagore, reports Times of India reported on May 15. In an email statement issued by Arunodoi Asom, ‘publicity secretary’ of (ULFA-ATF/ ULFA-I) said, "Selecting Bollywood actor Sharmila Tagore alias Begum Ayesha Sultana for the prestigious award is an insult to the Vaishnavite saint in whose honour the award was constituted. The actor has made no contribution to spreading the aura and ideologies of the saint. How could Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi select her for the award?"
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May - 14 
Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde on May 14 begged to differ with cabinet colleague, Union Rural Development minister Jairam Ramesh, on inclusion of two or more Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)-affected Districts in the Centre's spec
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Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde on May 14 begged to differ with cabinet colleague, Union Rural Development minister Jairam Ramesh, on inclusion of two or more Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)-affected Districts in the Centre's special development scheme, reports The Times of India. "I have decided Sarju Development Plan, launched in Latehar on lines of Saranda Development Plan, which is on in six panchayats under Manoharpur block of West Singhbhum district, will focus on only 12 blocks in Latehar. If there is need for such development plan in other Districts, it will be taken up separately," said Shinde. Ramesh, during his visit in January 2013, had approved Garhwa District administration's request to include Bhandaria block in the Sarju plan of action and promised to consider further expansion of the plan.
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May - 14 
Village chief of Tuithapi village in Churachandpur District, Khamzasuan, was abducted by suspected bandh (general shut down) supporters from his residence at around 8.30pm on August 14, reports Nagaland Post. The village chief was later rescued by th
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Village chief of Tuithapi village in Churachandpur District, Khamzasuan, was abducted by suspected bandh (general shut down) supporters from his residence at around 8.30pm on August 14, reports Nagaland Post. The village chief was later rescued by the villagers unharmed. Meanwhile, the 48-hour bandh imposed by the Kuki State Demand Committee (KSDC) concluded August 15 midnight.
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May - 14 
A dead body of Wilayat Hussain (35) was found in Abul Chowk of Kaghzi Bazaar in Kharadar area.
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A dead body of Wilayat Hussain (35) was found in Abul Chowk of Kaghzi Bazaar in Kharadar area.
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May - 14 
A person, identified as Muzzamil Ghani, was shot dead in Lyari area.
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A person, identified as Muzzamil Ghani, was shot dead in Lyari area.
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May - 14 
A worker of the JI, identified as Yunus (40), was shot dead and other Asghar was injured by unidentified assailants in Lyari area.
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A worker of the JI, identified as Yunus (40), was shot dead and other Asghar was injured by unidentified assailants in Lyari area.
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May - 14 
At least six persons, including Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) and Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) activists, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 14, reports Dawn. An MQM activist, identified
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At least six persons, including Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) and Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) activists, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 14, reports Dawn. An MQM activist, identified as Muhammad Azam (35), was shot dead by unidentified assailants near his home in Bengali Para in Bilal Colony of Korangi town.
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May - 14 
Crime Investigation Department (CID) arrested the chief of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Karachi chapter, Ameer Sahab, during targeted operation in Kemari and also recovered weapons including four hand grenades, 30-bore pistol, two repeaters and m
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Crime Investigation Department (CID) arrested the chief of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Karachi chapter, Ameer Sahab, during targeted operation in Kemari and also recovered weapons including four hand grenades, 30-bore pistol, two repeaters and mixed ammunitions from his custody, reports Daily Times. The officials said the accused was involved in target killings and other cases of crime.
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May - 14 
Police arrested alleged Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘commander’ and target killer Abid aka Charger and two other militants during a raid on a house in the Bahadur Banda area of Hangu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on May 14, reports Central
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Police arrested alleged Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘commander’ and target killer Abid aka Charger and two other militants during a raid on a house in the Bahadur Banda area of Hangu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on May 14, reports Central Asia Online. Hand grenades and other weapons were recovered from the possession of the arrested militants, District Police Officer Hangu Sajjad Khan said.
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May - 14 
Two dead bodies of two brothers, Shoaib (25) and Adnan (27), were found in Mauripur Road of Mohammadi Colony.
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Two dead bodies of two brothers, Shoaib (25) and Adnan (27), were found in Mauripur Road of Mohammadi Colony.
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May - 14 
Mohan Baidya, Chairman of Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist-Baidya (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) on May 14 ruled out possibility of holding talks with the current election Government and the High Level Political Committee (HLPC) led by four major parties, report
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Mohan Baidya, Chairman of Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist-Baidya (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) on May 14 ruled out possibility of holding talks with the current election Government and the High Level Political Committee (HLPC) led by four major parties, reports Nepalnews.com. He said the probability of talks has become dim because the Government has turned a deaf ear to the demands of the 33 party alliance led by his party and has decided to boycott the election in the present circumstances, adding that a nationwide movement his party is about to wage is the only way out to the current political crisis facing the country. Baidya further proclaimed that the parliamentary system has failed and now the country needs a new system of governance.
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May - 14 
A Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI) cadre injured in a clash between law enforcers and cadres of the party on May 5, succumbed to his injuries in Dhaka city on May 14, reports The Independent. The deceased is identified as Nazrul Islam (40).
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A Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI) cadre injured in a clash between law enforcers and cadres of the party on May 5, succumbed to his injuries in Dhaka city on May 14, reports The Independent. The deceased is identified as Nazrul Islam (40).
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May - 14 
Police arrested at least seven cadres of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and its student wing Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) at Belkuchi sub-District in Sirajganj District on May 14, reports New Age. The arrestees were identified as Hassan Ali, Aiyub Ali, Hafez
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Police arrested at least seven cadres of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and its student wing Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) at Belkuchi sub-District in Sirajganj District on May 14, reports New Age. The arrestees were identified as Hassan Ali, Aiyub Ali, Hafez Mohammad Ali, Shahdat Hossain, Nasir Uddin, Zinnah Akanda and Hossain Ali. They are accused of assault on Police and vandalising Awami League (AL)-office and Police Station.
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May - 14 
Police arrested six JeI leaders and cadres from different Districts on May 14. Police arrested a local leader of JeI from Sadar sub-District of Joypurhat District on charge of creating anarchy during the hartal hours. The arrestee was identified as H
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Police arrested six JeI leaders and cadres from different Districts on May 14. Police arrested a local leader of JeI from Sadar sub-District of Joypurhat District on charge of creating anarchy during the hartal hours. The arrestee was identified as Hakikul Islam, Nayeb-e-Ameer of the party’s Joypurhat unit. In Jhenidah District, JeI Ameer of the Jhenidah unit Atiar Rahman was arrested on charge of violence during hartal. In Satkhira District, four local JeI leaders and cadres were arrested while they were holding a secret meeting in the Satkhira town. The arrestees were identified as Satkhira District JeI ‘publicity secretary’ Maulana Azizur Rahman and cadres Muhamad Abu Russel, Yakub Ali and Rabiul Islam.
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May - 14 
Preeti Das, headmistress of Chhipatoli Govt High School, sustained sprinter injuries in a homemade bomb attack on a human hauler in Hathazari sub-District of Chittagong District during May 14 countrywide hartal (general shut down), reports The Daily
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Preeti Das, headmistress of Chhipatoli Govt High School, sustained sprinter injuries in a homemade bomb attack on a human hauler in Hathazari sub-District of Chittagong District during May 14 countrywide hartal (general shut down), reports The Daily Star. Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), a key component of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led 18-party opposition alliance had called the hartal protesting its Nayeb-e-Ameer (deputy chief) AKM Yusuf’s arrest in connection with crimes against humanity committed in 1971. At least 20 homemade bombs were exploded in the District.
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May - 15 
A powerful IED was found planted at the roadside of Pukhao-Shantipur under Sagolmang police station of Imphal East District at around 10am. The IED was diffused.
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A powerful IED was found planted at the roadside of Pukhao-Shantipur under Sagolmang police station of Imphal East District at around 10am. The IED was diffused.
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May - 15 
A press release from Superintendent of Police, Imphal West District, said that Singjamei Police team arrested a cadre of Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), identified as Chongtham Suresh Singh alias Birla alias Phubangamba, from Meitei Lamkhai near Canch
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A press release from Superintendent of Police, Imphal West District, said that Singjamei Police team arrested a cadre of Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), identified as Chongtham Suresh Singh alias Birla alias Phubangamba, from Meitei Lamkhai near Canchipur on May 15.
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May - 15 
An Anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] Force (ANF) trooper was injured in firing by a group of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres during a combing operation in Chikmagalur District on May 15, reports PTI. The injured security man
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An Anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] Force (ANF) trooper was injured in firing by a group of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres during a combing operation in Chikmagalur District on May 15, reports PTI. The injured security man was part of a 15 member ANF team.
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May - 15 
Chief Minister (CM) Manik Sarkar said that altogether 8,831 militants and their collaborators laid down arms before Security Forces during the period of last one decade, reports Tripurainfo. CM, Sarkar said among the surrendered militants, three pers
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Chief Minister (CM) Manik Sarkar said that altogether 8,831 militants and their collaborators laid down arms before Security Forces during the period of last one decade, reports Tripurainfo. CM, Sarkar said among the surrendered militants, three persons rejoined their respective militant outfits. He also said that during the period of last three years, Police have achieved massive success in recovering and seizing arms and ammunitions of militants. Altogether, 61 country made guns, one AK-47 rifle, four grenades, three pistols, two revolvers, large number of bullets, empty shells and ammunitions were recovered during the same period. In the year 2011, a total of 25 persons were abducted by the militants and in the year 2012, 10 more civilians were also abducted, said Sarkar adding that among the abducted persons 33 had returned safely. Since, January 2013 to April 15, five more persons were abducted by ultras and one person still remains in their captivity, said Sarkar. Replying to another question CM Manik Sarkar said that altogether 37,526 security force personnel including State Police, Tripura State Rifles (TSR), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and Assam Rifles (AR) are working in the State, which is in the ratio of one security person per 98 people of the State.
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May - 15 
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on May 15 said that there has been decline in percentage of terrorist related violence by 36 per cent during the year 2012 as compared to the year 2011, reports Daily Excelsior. As many as, 54 static bunkers have been rem
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Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on May 15 said that there has been decline in percentage of terrorist related violence by 36 per cent during the year 2012 as compared to the year 2011, reports Daily Excelsior. As many as, 54 static bunkers have been removed in public places in Srinagar and various Government and private buildings vacated and restored for their original purposes, he added. Under the Amnesty Scheme devised for youth involved in stone-pelting, the orders to the withdrawal of 196 cases involving 1432 persons have been issued by the Government.
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May - 15 
Kanglaonline reports that militants triggered an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion at Wangjing Heitupokpi, 10 kilometres east of the Thoubal Police Station in Thoubal District, at around 4.45pm on May 15, targeting a team of Border Security
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Kanglaonline reports that militants triggered an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion at Wangjing Heitupokpi, 10 kilometres east of the Thoubal Police Station in Thoubal District, at around 4.45pm on May 15, targeting a team of Border Security Force (BSF). However, no BSF personnel sustained injuries in the incident. The IED was planted on the southern portion of the road opposite Okram Leirak between Heirok Part-I and Wangjing Heitupokpi.
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May - 15 
Principal Sessions Judge Jammu, Kartar Singh, rejected the bail application of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant and agent of Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) Tanveer Ahmed. The HM militant was arrested by Doda Police on May 14, 2011, along with one
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Principal Sessions Judge Jammu, Kartar Singh, rejected the bail application of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant and agent of Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) Tanveer Ahmed. The HM militant was arrested by Doda Police on May 14, 2011, along with one pistol, two magazines with 30 live cartridges, one wireless set, one satellite phone and two hand grenades. During investigation, offences under 7/25 Arms Act, 3 EAO and 6 IWT Act were found proved against him and final report was submitted for trial of the accused.
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May - 15 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a ‘district committee’ member of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Kavita Rabha (31), was arrested from Odalbakra area in Kamrup District on May 15, reports Assam Tribune. SFs recovered two desktops, one har
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a ‘district committee’ member of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Kavita Rabha (31), was arrested from Odalbakra area in Kamrup District on May 15, reports Assam Tribune. SFs recovered two desktops, one hard disc, three pen drives, 15 Compact Disks, two cell phones and some incriminating documents including Maoist literature from her rented house. Inspector General of Police-Central Western Range (IGP-CWR) Dr LR Bishnoi stated that Kavita was entrusted with the job of printing Maoist literature and circulating them, besides maintaining of accounts. Kavita Rabha is the wife of Anukul Naskar alias Paresh, a senior CPI-Maoist leader, who was arrested from Cachar District by Assam Police on May 7, 2013. Based on Kavita Rabha’s revelations, Ranchi (Jharkhand) Police arrested Prasanna alias Pranab, who is the elder brother of Kavita and a hardcore Maoist. Later in the day, Kavita Rabha’s younger brother Rajiv Rabha was also detained from Hajo in Kamrup District.
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May - 15 
The Assam Sanmilita Mahasangha (ASM), Indigenous Tribal People's Front (ITPF) and Pro-Talks faction of National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB-PTF) have asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to instruct the State government to identify and detect f
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The Assam Sanmilita Mahasangha (ASM), Indigenous Tribal People's Front (ITPF) and Pro-Talks faction of National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB-PTF) have asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to instruct the State government to identify and detect foreigners before updating the National Register for Citizens (NRC), reports Times of India on May 16.
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May - 15 
The GNLA has announced that its ‘anti-corruption wing’ will ensure that corruption is eradicated from Garo Hills. The ‘political secretary’ of GNLA, Bikdot Nikjang, on May 15, alleged that all corruptions start with the Members of Legislative Assembl
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The GNLA has announced that its ‘anti-corruption wing’ will ensure that corruption is eradicated from Garo Hills. The ‘political secretary’ of GNLA, Bikdot Nikjang, on May 15, alleged that all corruptions start with the Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and “to check corruption, we have formed an expert team and we will follow our own anti-corruption law”. The GNLA leader also asked all the 24 Garo Hills legislators to learn from Hills State People's Democratic Party (HSPDP) leader, HS Lyngdoh for his continued demand for a separate Khasi-Jaintia State. The militant leader asked the Garo Hills politicians and others to join hands in their fight for a separate Garo State.
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May - 15 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on May 15 opposed the bail plea of suspected Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant Liyaqat Shah in a Delhi court which allowed it to take his DNA samples on May 16 (today), reports Daily Excelsior. During the hearin
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on May 15 opposed the bail plea of suspected Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant Liyaqat Shah in a Delhi court which allowed it to take his DNA samples on May 16 (today), reports Daily Excelsior. During the hearing, the court also reserved its order for May 17 on the bail plea of Liyaqat. The NIA opposed his plea saying that he has been booked under the provisions of Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and for offences under various Sections, including waging war against the country, of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Liyaqat is presently lodged in Tihar jail in Delhi and is in judicial custody till May 18. Liyaqat was arrested by the personnel of the Special Cell of Delhi Police on March 20, 2013, while crossing the Indo-Nepal border in Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh with his family. The special cell of Delhi Police later said that Liyaqat, a resident of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), had told his interrogators that he is a trained militant of HM and was settled in Muzaffarabad in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). Police had said that Liyaqat and his associate Manzoor, a resident of J&K, were directed by top ranks of HM to carry out terror attacks in Delhi, especially a suicide attack at the time of Holi. It had said that based on inputs given by Liyaqat, a huge consignment of arms, hand grenades and explosive material were recovered from a guest house in Jama Masjid area in Delhi. It had said that his associates, including Manzoor, are absconding. J&K Police, however, had supported the claims of the family of Liyaqat that he was a former militant who had surrendered before Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) on the Nepal border and was in a group returning from PoK under the rehabilitation policy.
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May - 15 
The Punjab Police through Intelligence Bureau (IB) extradited Daljit Singh alias Jitu, a militant of Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF), from Malaysia on May 15, reports New India Express. “A lookout notice was already there [Malaysia] against Daljit at
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The Punjab Police through Intelligence Bureau (IB) extradited Daljit Singh alias Jitu, a militant of Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF), from Malaysia on May 15, reports New India Express. “A lookout notice was already there [Malaysia] against Daljit at all airports in the country.... He was produced in the Hoshiarpur court following his extradition and now is in police remand,” said a senior Punjab Police officer. He was wanted by the state Police in a case of arms and ammunition recovery on March 21. Sources said Daljit, is the nephew of Punjab militant Balwinder Possi, who is wanted by the state Police and is presently in the US.
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The Shillong Times reports that an assortment of weapons, including pistols designed to be identical to factory made, were seized in West Garo Hills District. On May 15, a Police patrol party arrested a group of five local men who were crossing into
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The Shillong Times reports that an assortment of weapons, including pistols designed to be identical to factory made, were seized in West Garo Hills District. On May 15, a Police patrol party arrested a group of five local men who were crossing into Mukdangra village of Garobadha shortly after 9 pm. Two shot guns, a single and double barrel rifle, along with five live cartridges, as well as INR 20000, which is suspected to have been extorted from villagers, was recovered from them. Following interrogation of the five men, a Police team returned to the site on May 17 where the group had been arrested and retrieved a bag containing two pistols with ten live rounds and a Chinese hand grenade. The pistols, despite being country made were well finished products and even had a ‘Made in USA’ tag on them. The arrested men were identified as Willipson Ch Marak (25), Silsang B Sangma (23), Bicky Ch Marak (32), Rangsil A Sangma (27) and Jubil N Marak (32).
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May - 15 
The Shillong Times reports that the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) has denied its role in sending text messages to Congress legislator Limison Sangma. Sangma had lodged a complaint with the Police that the ‘area commander’ of GNLA Rang Dat was
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The Shillong Times reports that the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) has denied its role in sending text messages to Congress legislator Limison Sangma. Sangma had lodged a complaint with the Police that the ‘area commander’ of GNLA Rang Dat was involved in sending text message to him demanding INR 500000. However, the ‘political secretary’ of GNLA, Bikdot Nikjang on May 15 said that Rang Dat was not an ‘area commander’ but only a cadre of the outfit. According to Nikjang, the text messages demanding money could have been sent by some other criminals. The militant leader also claimed that the ‘GNLA does not demand money from people but only asks for donations’.
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May - 15 
Thousands of students lead by Karbi Students Association (KSU) came on street on May 15 demanding stern action against Karbi People’s Liberation Tiger (KPLT) for serving extortion notice to a cleric of a Christian missionary school in Dokmoka in Karb
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Thousands of students lead by Karbi Students Association (KSU) came on street on May 15 demanding stern action against Karbi People’s Liberation Tiger (KPLT) for serving extortion notice to a cleric of a Christian missionary school in Dokmoka in Karbi Anglong District, reports Nagaland Post. According to Police, the KPLT served two extortion notices on May 7 and 11 May to Bronson Sangma, principal of Church of Christ English School.
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May - 15 
Three Border Security Force (BSF) camps were established in Malkangiri's Kalimela area on May 15, reports The Times of India. These camps have come up at Bhenjagwada, Gumphakonda and Chintalwada. District Superintendent of Police (SP) Akhileswar Sing
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Three Border Security Force (BSF) camps were established in Malkangiri's Kalimela area on May 15, reports The Times of India. These camps have come up at Bhenjagwada, Gumphakonda and Chintalwada. District Superintendent of Police (SP) Akhileswar Singh said, "The Kalimela region is the core area of Maoists and the three new BSF camps will strengthen our fight against extremists." At least four battalions of BSF are deployed in Malkangiri for the anti-Maoist operations.
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May - 15 
Union Minister of Home Affairs (MHA) Sushil Kumar Shinde on May 15 said that four United Peoples’ Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) cadres surrendered before Assam Rifles (AR) at Sunrise Ground in Moreh area of Chandel District on April 17, reports The Sang
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Union Minister of Home Affairs (MHA) Sushil Kumar Shinde on May 15 said that four United Peoples’ Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) cadres surrendered before Assam Rifles (AR) at Sunrise Ground in Moreh area of Chandel District on April 17, reports The Sangai Express. The Minister said in his opening statement at the monthly press conference of MHA at New Delhi.
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May - 15 
United Kukigam Defence Army (UKDA) has claimed that they are dismayed over the Government’s backtrack attitude on the peace proposal of Kuki community of Karbi Anglong District. UKDA ‘general secretary’, Alex Kuki said the government had assured that
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United Kukigam Defence Army (UKDA) has claimed that they are dismayed over the Government’s backtrack attitude on the peace proposal of Kuki community of Karbi Anglong District. UKDA ‘general secretary’, Alex Kuki said the government had assured that the cadres will be provided the necessary needs during their stay inside the designated camp, but in reality Government has done “little”. According to UKDA ‘defence secretary ‘, Martin Kuki Government assistance of INR 300,000 to 150 cadres hardly solved the problems of the defenceless Kuki youths inside the designated camp. UKDA demanded police protection and humanitarian aid.
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May - 15 
A cadre of the Ahl-e-Sunnat Wal Jama’at (ASWJ) and also an activist of the Muttahida Deeni Mahaz (MDM) Election Committee for PS-128 Landhi, Hafiz Mohammad Sajjad, was shot dead by unidentified assailants near the Usman Ghani mosque at Vita Chowrangi
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A cadre of the Ahl-e-Sunnat Wal Jama’at (ASWJ) and also an activist of the Muttahida Deeni Mahaz (MDM) Election Committee for PS-128 Landhi, Hafiz Mohammad Sajjad, was shot dead by unidentified assailants near the Usman Ghani mosque at Vita Chowrangi in the Korangi Industrial Area of Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 15, reports The News. ASWJ ‘spokesman’ Maulana Akbar Saeed Farooqi accused the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) of orchestrating the murder and said that the MDM member had been threatened on May 11 when he had resisted rigging and violence against voters during the elections. ASWJ cadres claimed that the funeral prayers were also attacked and two of their party workers were injured, while six others were abducted.
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May - 15 
A man detained by intelligence agencies since 2011 told the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on May 15 that over 500 terror suspects had been kept in an internment centre in Lakki Marwat town of same District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), reports Dawn. Rana
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A man detained by intelligence agencies since 2011 told the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on May 15 that over 500 terror suspects had been kept in an internment centre in Lakki Marwat town of same District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), reports Dawn. Rana Amir, who went missing in 2011, also was detained at the centre. This was confirmed by a Defence Ministry Official who told the court on May 2 to ask the KP Government to produce him before it. On the directive of Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui, the Interior Ministry and the KP Government produced Amir during the hearing of a petition filed by his wife Rashida Amir. Responding to the court’s questions, Amir said that intelligence personnel had picked him up from his dairy farm in Rahim Yar Khan on February 10, 2011. According to him, the agencies initially kept him in solitary confinement for five months somewhere in Bahawalpur. From there he was taken to Lahore and Peshawar and subsequently to Lakki Marwat. He told the court that the Lakki Marwat centre housed more than 500 suspects in about 20 barracks.
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May - 15 
The incoming Prime Minister, Nawaz Sharif, said this week that the Taliban’s offer for dialogue would be taken seriously. The TTP had also offered ‘conditional dialogue’ to the previous ruling coalition in February only to withdraw it after they did
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The incoming Prime Minister, Nawaz Sharif, said this week that the Taliban’s offer for dialogue would be taken seriously. The TTP had also offered ‘conditional dialogue’ to the previous ruling coalition in February only to withdraw it after they did not receive a ‘positive’ response.
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May - 15 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on May 15 said that they do not rule out a ‘ceasefire’ if the new Government ‘shows seriousness’ to their dialogue offer, reports The Express Tribune. TTP ‘spokesman’ Ehsanullah Ehsan says if the incoming Governme
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on May 15 said that they do not rule out a ‘ceasefire’ if the new Government ‘shows seriousness’ to their dialogue offer, reports The Express Tribune. TTP ‘spokesman’ Ehsanullah Ehsan says if the incoming Government takes their talks offer seriously, his group will also come up with a positive response. “If they [the new government] takes our dialogue offer seriously and makes some progress, then we could also stop attacks,” Ehsan told The Express Tribune by the phone from undisclosed location. “We have seen Nawaz Sharif’s reported remarks and respect his statement about our dialogue offer,” Ehsan said. “I would reiterate that we are serious in our dialogue offer but the outgoing rulers had adopted a non-serious approach,” he added. “The TTP does not declare a ceasefire now and any such decision would depend on the new government’s approach.” The TTP spokesman further said, “I cannot say now that we are stopping attacks but there could be a possibility of stopping attacks as a goodwill gesture once the new government takes some serious steps.”
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May - 15 
A senior Home Ministry official told on May 15 that the Government has started preparations to declare more than two dozen United Nations (UN) registered weapons belonging to former Maoist combatants as ‘illegitimate’ after stakeholders concerned fai
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A senior Home Ministry official told on May 15 that the Government has started preparations to declare more than two dozen United Nations (UN) registered weapons belonging to former Maoist combatants as ‘illegitimate’ after stakeholders concerned failed to hand them over within the deadline. The Home Ministry had issued a notice on April 19, asking the ‘concerned individuals’ to submit the 32 weapons used for security of Maoist leaders since 2006 to the Government by May 14. The missing weapons include sophisticated ones like the Israel-made Galil, AK-47, SMG, SLR and Insas rifles. Of the 94 weapons of the erstwhile Maoist army allocated for VVIP security, the Maoist leadership had deposited 62 at the Shaktikhor-based People's Liberation Army (PLA) cantonment in August 2011.
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May - 15 
Chairman of the Interim Election Council (IEC) of Ministers Khil Raj Regmi and Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) leaders, including Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda, held discussions regarding the upcoming Constituent Assembly
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Chairman of the Interim Election Council (IEC) of Ministers Khil Raj Regmi and Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) leaders, including Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda, held discussions regarding the upcoming Constituent Assembly (CA) elections on May 15 (today), reports Kantipuronline.com. Discussions were held on CA date announcement, polls related ordinance, total seats under the proportional electoral system in the CA, process of the CA elections and contemporary issues.
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May - 15 
Two Armed Police Force (APF) personnel were injured in a clash with the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist-Baidya (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) in Mainatada village of Surkhet District on May 15, reports Kantipuronline.com. The clash ensued when APF
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Two Armed Police Force (APF) personnel were injured in a clash with the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist-Baidya (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) in Mainatada village of Surkhet District on May 15, reports Kantipuronline.com. The clash ensued when APF intervened into the Maoist activists’ bid to disrupt an integrated mobile service camp organized by the local administration at the Village Development Committee (VDC). Eight protesters were arrested in connection with the incident.
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May - 15 
Police arrested two ICS leaders from Saidpur sub-District of Nilphamari District on May 15 apprehending sabotage activities in the area, reports The Independent. The two arrestees were identified as Muhamad Masum Billah (20), and Muhamad Golam Azam (
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Police arrested two ICS leaders from Saidpur sub-District of Nilphamari District on May 15 apprehending sabotage activities in the area, reports The Independent. The two arrestees were identified as Muhamad Masum Billah (20), and Muhamad Golam Azam (24).
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May - 15 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) on May 15 arrested six cadres of Purba Banglar Sarbahara Party (PBSP), a left wing extremist group, along with three pipe guns and two homemade rifles from Shirail area of Madaripur District, reports The Daily Star. The a
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) on May 15 arrested six cadres of Purba Banglar Sarbahara Party (PBSP), a left wing extremist group, along with three pipe guns and two homemade rifles from Shirail area of Madaripur District, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees were identified as Saidu (19), Shafiqul (22), Ibrahim Bepari (21), Sohag Bepari (17), Shahin (17), and Monir Khalifa.
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May - 15 
Tamil National Alliance (TNA) on May 15 provided legal assistance to over 1,400 land owners in Jaffna District to file the cases in court challenging the Government's occupation of land for security purposes, reports Colombo Page. The TNA in a statem
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Tamil National Alliance (TNA) on May 15 provided legal assistance to over 1,400 land owners in Jaffna District to file the cases in court challenging the Government's occupation of land for security purposes, reports Colombo Page. The TNA in a statement said 1,474 land owners in Jaffna District filed the court cases. The TNA has appealed to people to file at least 5,000 cases in various courts. According to the party, the petition challenges the Section 2 notices issued under the Land Acquisition Act which specifies that 6,381 acres and 38.97 perches are to be acquired. TNA parliamentarian M.A. Sumanthiran says the military has acquired the private lands in the North to settle families of military personnel in North.
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May - 15 
While opposing the Northern Provincial Council (NPC) election, the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) on May 15 said it would only pave the way to separatism, reports Daily Mirror. The JVP MP Anura Kumara Dissanayake said, “The provincial council syste
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While opposing the Northern Provincial Council (NPC) election, the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) on May 15 said it would only pave the way to separatism, reports Daily Mirror. The JVP MP Anura Kumara Dissanayake said, “The provincial council system in the 13th Amendment is not devolution of power; it will only extend the power of councils pressuring the people especially in the north if the Provincial Council election was held. Therefore it is essential to establish a new constitution that would treat all ethnic groups equally, safeguarding their rights and culture.” He further said, “The Government is performing arbitrary activities in the north. Northern people think the Colombo Government is invading and looting their lands with military power.”
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May - 16 
97 supporters of Narayanpatna-based Maoist-backed Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sangh (CMAS) and Maoists from Palaput village of Narayanpatna block in Koraput District parted ways with the outfit on May 16 reports The Hindu. There were many among them who had
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97 supporters of Narayanpatna-based Maoist-backed Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sangh (CMAS) and Maoists from Palaput village of Narayanpatna block in Koraput District parted ways with the outfit on May 16 reports The Hindu. There were many among them who had non-bailable warrants (NBW) pending against them. One Laka Huika had six NBW pending against him while Lokanath Huika had three NBWs against him. Apart from them there were several others who had one or two NBWs pending in their name in Narayanpatna Police Station. These Maoist and CMAS supporters reached the Narayanpatna Police Station and promised the Security Force personnel that they would no more hamper peace in their area by supporting the violent intentions of the Maoists and the CMAS leaders.
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May - 16 
A cadre of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), identified as Ashish Sao, who was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Ranchi since May 15, was arrested on May 16, reports The Times of India. Ashish hails from Belgadda village in Chatra Dis
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A cadre of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), identified as Ashish Sao, who was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Ranchi since May 15, was arrested on May 16, reports The Times of India. Ashish hails from Belgadda village in Chatra District. He had sustained a gunshot injury. TPC is a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist).
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May - 16 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Gobardhan Singh alias Muna (28), was arrested on charges of extortion in Bhatachhatar forest area under Moroda Police limit in Mayurbhanj District on May 16, reports The Hindu. Howev
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Gobardhan Singh alias Muna (28), was arrested on charges of extortion in Bhatachhatar forest area under Moroda Police limit in Mayurbhanj District on May 16, reports The Hindu. However, two other Maoists escaped under forest cover. Police said Gobardhan who hailed from Bramhanamora village joined the outfit as cadre and undertook arms training for one month at Ghatkalimaskisha in Jharkhand along with six Bengali Maoists. Gobardhan was also involved in an act of extortion at Bhendidihi in Gopiballavpur Police Station in West Bengal during 2012.
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May - 16 
A sit in protest was staged on May 16 against the May 15 bomb explosion at Heirok Part-I Hetuppokpi by locals of the area, reports The Sangai Express.
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A sit in protest was staged on May 16 against the May 15 bomb explosion at Heirok Part-I Hetuppokpi by locals of the area, reports The Sangai Express.
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May - 16 
Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on May 16 assured the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) that the exercise of updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) throughout the State would be done at the earliest, reports The Telegraph. AASU raised the demand
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Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on May 16 assured the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) that the exercise of updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) throughout the State would be done at the earliest, reports The Telegraph. AASU raised the demand of conducting the NRC exercise throughout state at ‘one go’ before 2014 Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) Election, adds Times of India.
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May - 16 
Kanglaonline reports that troops of Jiribam based Assam Rifles Battalion under the aegis of Haflong Based Assam Rifles Headquarters launched an operation on specific information and arrested two cadres of Robert Singson faction of United Tribal Liber
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Kanglaonline reports that troops of Jiribam based Assam Rifles Battalion under the aegis of Haflong Based Assam Rifles Headquarters launched an operation on specific information and arrested two cadres of Robert Singson faction of United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA), identified as Public Relations Officer (PRO), Thangjangan alias Nganbom, ‘Army Number 1047’ and ‘Army Number 0333’ Hencha alias William on May 16 from Ngahmunphai village in Tamenglong District. One .32 mm Pistol, one magazine, five live rounds and one mobile handset were recovered from the individuals, said a press release of the 22 Assam Rifles.
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May - 16 
Security Forces recovered around 1500 detonators from a house in Koderma District. "We had information that huge quantity of detonators are kept in the house and raided the place under Domchanch Police Station," said Police. The owner of the house ma
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Security Forces recovered around 1500 detonators from a house in Koderma District. "We had information that huge quantity of detonators are kept in the house and raided the place under Domchanch Police Station," said Police. The owner of the house managed to escape from the place before the arrival of the Police team. "We are trying to find if the man who owns the house has any criminal history or if he was associated with any banned outfit," said Police.
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May - 16 
Supreme council of the United Peoples Liberation Front (UPLF) has called for a 36-hour Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao Districts strike beginning from 5 am of May 17, reports Nagaland Post on May 15. UPLF is demanding immediate creation of separate stat
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Supreme council of the United Peoples Liberation Front (UPLF) has called for a 36-hour Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao Districts strike beginning from 5 am of May 17, reports Nagaland Post on May 15. UPLF is demanding immediate creation of separate state comprising the Karbi and Dimasa areas of India under the provision of Article 244(A) of Indian constitution. UPLF come into existence on January 4, with an aim to create a separate Dimasa Karbi-Anchal State comprising the Hill Districts of Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao.
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May - 16 
The Joint Committee on Inner Line Permit (ILP) System and the Joint Committee on Inner Line Permit System of Student Unions, on May 16, called a joint press conference at the All Manipur Students’ Union head office reiterating its previous stance of
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The Joint Committee on Inner Line Permit (ILP) System and the Joint Committee on Inner Line Permit System of Student Unions, on May 16, called a joint press conference at the All Manipur Students’ Union head office reiterating its previous stance of launching several forms of agitations demanding the implementation of ILP in the State, reports Kanglaonline. Elaborating on the course of action, spokesperson S Angamba said that as announced earlier, the bodies have set a May 31 deadline for the Government to extend the ILP in Manipur regarding which an ultimatum was dispatch earlier to the Union Home Minister. He said in case of failure on the part of the centre to meet the set deadline, the bodies will block entry of any non-Manipuris into the State from June 1 which will continue till June 5. This will be followed by barring all non-locals from entering localities for their business or any other purposes from June 6-10 if the Government fails to implement ILP in the State.
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May - 16 
The Kuki Revolutionary Army-Assam (KRA-A) has registered its opposition to the proposed formation of a new Kuki underground group in the State by vested Kukis in collusion with some Rengma Nagas of Karbi Anglong recently, reports Sangai Express. A st
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The Kuki Revolutionary Army-Assam (KRA-A) has registered its opposition to the proposed formation of a new Kuki underground group in the State by vested Kukis in collusion with some Rengma Nagas of Karbi Anglong recently, reports Sangai Express. A statement issued by the ‘information secretary’ of KRA-A, Chungngam Lhangum alias Rex cautioned all concerned never to be misled by one Letjang Thangeo and his comrades while also urging the people not to associate with them. KRA-A pledged that it would never allow Letjang Thangeo and his comrades to carry out the evil design while also warning him of facing dire consequence if he continues to spread rumours, confusion, etc.
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May - 16 
The Telegraph reports that the Naga National Council (NNC) observed the 63rd anniversary of the ‘Naga plebiscite day’ on May 16, with its ‘president’, Adinno Phizo addressing the gathering. Phizo, who returned to Nagaland after living more than 30 ye
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The Telegraph reports that the Naga National Council (NNC) observed the 63rd anniversary of the ‘Naga plebiscite day’ on May 16, with its ‘president’, Adinno Phizo addressing the gathering. Phizo, who returned to Nagaland after living more than 30 years in the United Kingdom, spoke to the people who had gathered at Kohima village panchayat hall on the occasion. The event is held to observe the day in 1951 when the NNC ‘conducted a plebiscite’ where 99.9 per cent of people ‘opted’ for ‘sovereignty’ of Nagaland but the Centre rejected the proposal. The NNC president said the council was not just a political party but the foundation of the “Naga nation”. “The celebration of the plebiscite day here and elsewhere is a representation of the continual commitment of our resolve made on this day in 1951,” she said. She urged the NNC members to see that the council always worked for peace and harmony within Nagaland and with ‘neighbours’.
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May - 16 
A United State (US) senior Defence Department official said on May 16 that the Pentagon sees no need to change the broad Congressional authorisation under which the military conducts lethal drone strikes against terrorist targets and estimated that t
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A United State (US) senior Defence Department official said on May 16 that the Pentagon sees no need to change the broad Congressional authorisation under which the military conducts lethal drone strikes against terrorist targets and estimated that the war with al Qaeda could continue for up to two decades, said a report published in The Washington Post, reports The News. “At this point, we’re comfortable with the AUMF as it is currently structured,” Assistant Defence Secretary Michael Sheehan said of the Authorization for the Use of Military Force passed by Congress in 2001. “Right now … it serves its purpose,” he said. “In my judgement,” Sheehan said in testimony before the Senate Armed Services Committee, “this is going to go on for quite a while, yes, beyond the second term of the president. … I think it’s at least 10 to 20 years.”
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May - 16 
Accepting defeat in the General Elections 2013, Awami National Party (ANP) chief, Asfandyar Wali Khan claimed his party’s anti-terrorism slogan was the main reason behind their defeat, reports Daily Times. Asfandyar Wali Khan said that despite their
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Accepting defeat in the General Elections 2013, Awami National Party (ANP) chief, Asfandyar Wali Khan claimed his party’s anti-terrorism slogan was the main reason behind their defeat, reports Daily Times. Asfandyar Wali Khan said that despite their reservations over the general elections, the party accepts the results. Khan vowed to reclaim the mandate, which, according to him, was snatched by “terrorists” in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
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May - 16 
Fata Disaster Management Authority (FDMA) in collaboration with the United Nations aid agencies is planning to begin registration of around 5,000 internally displaced families from May 16. Officials said around 6,000 more families would be dislocated
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Fata Disaster Management Authority (FDMA) in collaboration with the United Nations aid agencies is planning to begin registration of around 5,000 internally displaced families from May 16. Officials said around 6,000 more families would be dislocated from the area in the next few days and the relevant authorities had requested the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs to intimate its partners to make all necessary arrangements to provide relief to displaced families. They said the newly-displaced families would be accommodated at New Durrani Camp near Sadda in Kurram Agency, where 3,525 displaced families from central subdivision were already living. Over 180,000 families have already been displaced from different agencies of Fata due to violence and military operation during the last five years.
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May - 16 
Law Enforcement Agencies (LEA) arrested three persons, who were involved in selling explosives to banned-militant outfits, from Pishin town of same District, on May 16, reports Daily Times. According to sources, the three arrested persons carried lic
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Law Enforcement Agencies (LEA) arrested three persons, who were involved in selling explosives to banned-militant outfits, from Pishin town of same District, on May 16, reports Daily Times. According to sources, the three arrested persons carried license to sell explosives to mining companies. The sources said that instead of selling explosives to the mining companies, they were selling it to militants. The Police also recovered 500 kilograms of explosives from their custody.
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May - 16 
Law Enforcement Agencies (LEA) on May 16 carried out targeted operations across the Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, and detained 31 suspects including six militants of banned terrorist outfits, reports Daily Times. Accord
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Law Enforcement Agencies (LEA) on May 16 carried out targeted operations across the Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, and detained 31 suspects including six militants of banned terrorist outfits, reports Daily Times. According to details, Rangers’ official said the raids were conducted in Itehad town, Banaras Chowk and Liaquatabad. Police also claimed to have recovered huge caches of weapons.
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May - 16 
Police arrested four suspected target killers and recovered arms as well as hand grenades from their possession in Mauripur area, reports The News. The Police said a special team conducted raids of the Grex area of Hawkesbay and arrested Danish, Meht
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Police arrested four suspected target killers and recovered arms as well as hand grenades from their possession in Mauripur area, reports The News. The Police said a special team conducted raids of the Grex area of Hawkesbay and arrested Danish, Mehtab, Amir and Sheraz. They said the suspects were involved in target killings and were believed to be affiliated with a political party. Four TT pistols and four hand grenades were taken from their possession.
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May - 16 
Police arrested six kidnappers and recovered an activist of the PML-N from their captivity in Misri Banda village of Nowshera District, reports The News. Senior Superintendent of Police Waqar Ahmed said the Police launched an operation in Khurram Kor
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Police arrested six kidnappers and recovered an activist of the PML-N from their captivity in Misri Banda village of Nowshera District, reports The News. Senior Superintendent of Police Waqar Ahmed said the Police launched an operation in Khurram Koroona in Misri Banda for the recovery of Abdul Wahab, the PML-N senior vice-president for the provincial assembly constituency, PK-5 in Nowshera District.
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May - 16 
Police recovered a bag containing 16 kilogram explosives in Loralai area of Loralai District on May 16, reports Daily Times. The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) took possession of the bag and diffused the explosive.
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Police recovered a bag containing 16 kilogram explosives in Loralai area of Loralai District on May 16, reports Daily Times. The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) took possession of the bag and diffused the explosive.
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May - 16 
The member of Damghar peace committee and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Shah Dawran and his guard were shot dead by unidentified assailants in Mingora Bazaar of Swat District, reports Dawn. Police said Dawran and his guard, Amanullah of
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The member of Damghar peace committee and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Shah Dawran and his guard were shot dead by unidentified assailants in Mingora Bazaar of Swat District, reports Dawn. Police said Dawran and his guard, Amanullah of special police force, were bound for home in Damghar from Mingora in a car and when they reached Green Chowk, armed men opened fire on them killing the two on the spot.
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May - 16 
Three soldiers and two civilians were killed while six others sustained injuries in a bomb attack followed by firing on a Security Forces’ convoy on the Kohat Road near Sra Khawra area of Matani in Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkh
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Three soldiers and two civilians were killed while six others sustained injuries in a bomb attack followed by firing on a Security Forces’ convoy on the Kohat Road near Sra Khawra area of Matani in Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in the night of May 16, reports The News. Officials said a convoy of the Army was on its way from Kohat to Peshawar when it came under a bomb attack, followed by intense firing near Sra Khawra in Matani. Three soldiers and two unidentified persons were killed in the blast and firing, while six others were injured.
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May - 16 
Unidentified assailants killed the driver of a NATO trailer and injured his helper on Ring Road in limits of Pishtakhara Police Station in Peshawar. Injured Akbar Ali told local police, “We had just returned from Afghanistan on a US vehicle and were
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Unidentified assailants killed the driver of a NATO trailer and injured his helper on Ring Road in limits of Pishtakhara Police Station in Peshawar. Injured Akbar Ali told local police, “We had just returned from Afghanistan on a US vehicle and were on the way to Haji Camp that unidentified gunmen opened fire on us on Ring Road.” The helper said driver Basharat Ali, of Faisalabad, suffered bullet injures and died.
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May - 16 
Unidentified assailants opened fire on NATO supply truck passing through Peshawar near the Afghan border, in the Jamrud area of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 16, reports Daily Times. “Two gunmen on a motorcycle fi
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Unidentified assailants opened fire on NATO supply truck passing through Peshawar near the Afghan border, in the Jamrud area of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 16, reports Daily Times. “Two gunmen on a motorcycle fired at a NATO truck and killed its driver,” local official Asmatullah Wazir said.
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May - 16 
Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) on May 16 organized bandh (general shut down) in Surkhet District to protest May 15's Police action on their cadres who were trying to obstruct the Government team deployed for citizen
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Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) on May 16 organized bandh (general shut down) in Surkhet District to protest May 15's Police action on their cadres who were trying to obstruct the Government team deployed for citizenship distribution and voter registration, reports Nepalnews.com. Bazaars, schools and colleges in the District headquarters Birendra Nagar and other towns remain closed while the bandh organizers have also prevented vehicular traffic in the District.
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May - 16 
The High Level Political Committee (HLPC) on May 16 agreed to form an electoral constituency delimitation committee in view of the coming election, reports Myrepublica.com. Vice-President of the Nepali Congress (NC), Ram Chandra Poudel, said, "We are
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The High Level Political Committee (HLPC) on May 16 agreed to form an electoral constituency delimitation committee in view of the coming election, reports Myrepublica.com. Vice-President of the Nepali Congress (NC), Ram Chandra Poudel, said, "We are close to an agreement to immediately form a constituency delimitation commission." Similarly, Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML)’s Bhim Rawal said the Committee would be formed as per the provision in constitution. The HLPC does not recommend names to the commission but suggests government on this, he added.
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May - 16 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) vice chairman Baburam Bhattarai on May 16 (today) said his party needs an absolute majority in the upcoming election so as to ensure that the country gets its much-awaited constitution, reports Nepalne
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) vice chairman Baburam Bhattarai on May 16 (today) said his party needs an absolute majority in the upcoming election so as to ensure that the country gets its much-awaited constitution, reports Nepalnews.com. The former Prime Minister said, “No other force or power would be able to write the new constitution without UCPN-M or its consent.” He further said that his party will contest in the upcoming election by making democracy, economic development and prosperity as well as nationality/patriotism as the party’s chief agenda, adding that these three issues will pave the way for the creation of a unified and prosperous new Nepal.
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May - 16 
The Awami League (AL)-led 14-party ruling alliance on May 16 decided formation of peoples’ resistance committee across the country side by side terrorism-resistance committee, reports The Independent. The decision was taken at a meeting of the 14-par
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The Awami League (AL)-led 14-party ruling alliance on May 16 decided formation of peoples’ resistance committee across the country side by side terrorism-resistance committee, reports The Independent. The decision was taken at a meeting of the 14-party alliance.
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May - 16 
Former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader Gunasundaram Jeyasundaram who pleaded guilty to the charge of not disclosing the LTTE’s international arms deals was sentenced to 15 months rigorous imprisonment by the Colombo High Court on May 1
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Former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader Gunasundaram Jeyasundaram who pleaded guilty to the charge of not disclosing the LTTE’s international arms deals was sentenced to 15 months rigorous imprisonment by the Colombo High Court on May 16, reports Daily Mirror. Gunasundaram, who was arrested on September 5, 2007, on charges of helping the LTTE, has since been arbitrarily detained without charge. His jail term is to be completed concurrently in one month and subsequently to be sent for rehabilitation for one year.
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May - 17 
A former ‘commander’ of the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) Singbirth Marak alias Norrok X Momin has claimed that he was witness to the handing over of three sophisticated weapons to the outfit by Meghalaya Police in Ea
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A former ‘commander’ of the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) Singbirth Marak alias Norrok X Momin has claimed that he was witness to the handing over of three sophisticated weapons to the outfit by Meghalaya Police in East Garo Hills District several months ago to take on the GNLA outfit. Norrok, who is presently the ‘commander-in-chief’ of the newly formed Garo outfit United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA), ‘dared’ Meghalaya Police and the ANVC-B leadership to prove their innocence into the alleged allegiance. “Then Circle Inspector of Williamnagar, TC Chacko, had handed over two AK-56 and one AK-47 rifles to Rimpu Marak when he was part of the main ANVC and we were witness to it. These weapons were then handed over to ANVC-B ‘commander-in-chief’ Mukosh and remains with him in Moskhoila area,” alleged Norrok X Momin in an exclusive statement to The Shillong Times. He also said that the entire dealing had the ‘blessings’ of the Government which focused on eliminating the GNLA while on the other hand allowed the ANVC-B to thrive by indulging in extortion that continues to this day.
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May - 17 
A trooper of the Special Task Force (STF), Yogendra Singh, was killed and another injured in an encounter with cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Sukma District, on May 17, reports The Times of India. The incident took plac
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A trooper of the Special Task Force (STF), Yogendra Singh, was killed and another injured in an encounter with cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Sukma District, on May 17, reports The Times of India. The incident took place when the joint party of District Force, Chhattisgarh Armed Force and STF was on a combing operation in the forests of Chintagufa Police Station limits. The Maoists opened indiscriminate firing when the patrolling party reached near Minpa village, following which Security Forces (SFs) retaliated. In the exchange of fire that lasted for around two-and-a-half hours, two troopers were injured out of whom one succumbed to his injuries later.
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May - 17 
An Upper Division Clerk, B.K. Sinha (43), was arrested in Jaipur by the special branch personnel for allegedly sharing classified information and documents with Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) through a Nepal-based agent, Indian Express
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An Upper Division Clerk, B.K. Sinha (43), was arrested in Jaipur by the special branch personnel for allegedly sharing classified information and documents with Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) through a Nepal-based agent, Indian Express reported on May 18. The accused worked as an employee of the Army Supply Corp and was posted in the South Western Command in Jaipur. After receiving a tip-off from sources, the special branch of Rajasthan Police interrogated Sinha under the Official Secrets Act. Sinha confessed to spying and important documents were recovered in raids conducted at his house, the Police said. He has been taken into seven-day police custody till May 20, 2013 and will be produced in a local court. Additional Director General (Intelligence) D.S. Dinkar said, "The accused is a resident of Karimganj in Assam and was working closely with a Nepal-based ISI agent. He joined the Army Supply Corp in Jaipur in 1995 and was posted in Siliguri from 2000 to 2011 after which he was promoted and came back to Jaipur…Through another colleague in the Army, Sinha had met the ISI agent in Nepal. He frequented Kathmandu to share strategic information about the Army and its movement with the ISI agent.”
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May - 17 
At least eight villagers, including suspected Naxals, and one security personnel, were killed in cross-firing between Security Forces (SFs) and Maoists on May 17 in the forest near Edesmeta village of Bijapur District in Chhattisgarh, reports The Tim
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At least eight villagers, including suspected Naxals, and one security personnel, were killed in cross-firing between Security Forces (SFs) and Maoists on May 17 in the forest near Edesmeta village of Bijapur District in Chhattisgarh, reports The Times of India. Police said that among the dead villagers, some were suspected to be members of the Jan Militia group of Maoists. The slain personnel of Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) was identified as Devprakash Singh.
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May - 17 
On May 17, a special court in Delhi released alleged Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant Liyaqat Shah on bail, saying probe conducted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) till now confirms there is "nothing substantial" to link him to the conspira
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On May 17, a special court in Delhi released alleged Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant Liyaqat Shah on bail, saying probe conducted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) till now confirms there is "nothing substantial" to link him to the conspiracy to carry out terror attacks in Delhi, The Times of India reported. "No substantial evidence has come up against the present petitioner till date and the prosecution/NIA has failed to make out a prima facie case against the present petitioner/ accused till date," District Judge I S Mehta said while granting bail to Shah, despite NIA's opposition. "Further, the NIA investigation also confirms the same that there is no substantial linking against the petitioner/ accused being involved in conspiracy to commit terrorist attack on vital installations in Delhi till date," the court added. As reported earlier, Liyaqat was arrested on March 20 by the special cell of Delhi Police while crossing the Indo-Nepal border in Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh along with his family.
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May - 17 
Police on May 17 recovered cash worth billion, that was meant for Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, from Sopore in Baramulla, Daily Excelsior reported. Sources said that two persons Mohammad Ayub and Mudasir Ahmad were arrested by Sopore Police. “Both
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Police on May 17 recovered cash worth billion, that was meant for Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, from Sopore in Baramulla, Daily Excelsior reported. Sources said that two persons Mohammad Ayub and Mudasir Ahmad were arrested by Sopore Police. “Both of them are believed to be the Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen. Mudasir is brother of a militant Ghulam Nabi who was killed in an encounter three years ago”, sources added. Sources said that the interrogation of the duo led to the arrest of one Mohammad Anwar Dar and from whose possession cash worth billion was recovered. “The cash was concealed in a plastic water reservoir tank. Police recovered it after Dar was questioned as he led a police party to the area”, sources said. “Dar was already suspect with the police and other security agencies for past few years”, they added. Sources said that the cash had recently been brought from Kupwara (Kupwara District) and was dumped in Sopore.
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May - 17 
Security at all state Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) offices has been strengthened following a terror threat to the agency, The Times of India reports on May 18. The ATS headquarters in Mumbai (Maharashtra) has been cordoned off. "It is true that we have
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Security at all state Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) offices has been strengthened following a terror threat to the agency, The Times of India reports on May 18. The ATS headquarters in Mumbai (Maharashtra) has been cordoned off. "It is true that we have got inputs about a possible terror strike targeting ATS offices and officers," an ATS officer said, adding, "The input has been taken very seriously by our senior officers and we have been asked not to park our vehicles in and around the ATS office. The parking of vehicles in this area has been restricted since a few days and barricades have been put up."
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May - 17 
The Border Security Force (BSF) thwarted an infiltration bid of militants/smugglers at forward village of Abdullian in RS Pura sector of Jammu District at about 2.15am on May 17, reports Daily Excelsior. The BSF reportedly fired 35 rounds to neutrali
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The Border Security Force (BSF) thwarted an infiltration bid of militants/smugglers at forward village of Abdullian in RS Pura sector of Jammu District at about 2.15am on May 17, reports Daily Excelsior. The BSF reportedly fired 35 rounds to neutralize the infiltrators. Deputy Inspector General (DIG, BSF, Jammu Frontiers) Narinder Singh Jamwal and DIG BSF (G) Branch J S Oberoi told that the BSF saw movement of two militants/smugglers and opened firing. The intrusion bid was foiled, Jamwal said, adding that the intruders threw packets on this side while fleeing, which were seized in the morning. He said the packets contained four Pakistani SIM cards and two mobile telephones. “Whether it was infiltration attempt by the militants or the narco smugglers is being ascertained,” he added. Three SIM cards belonged to Pakistan’s Warid company and one Jaaz Company, the report added.
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May - 17 
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has ordered an inquiry into the May 17 encounter in Bijapur District, reports The Times of India on May 21. The force, which led the operation that began on May 17, has instructed a deputy inspector general (DI
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The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has ordered an inquiry into the May 17 encounter in Bijapur District, reports The Times of India on May 21. The force, which led the operation that began on May 17, has instructed a deputy inspector general (DIG) rank official to probe the entire circumstances that led to the encounter and its aftermath. The State Government had already ordered a judicial inquiry into the incident. A commission headed by Justice V K Agrawal, which is already probing a similar encounter that occurred at Sarkeguda in the same District on June 28-29 last year, will probe this incident too.
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May - 17 
The Telegraph reports that Gauhati High Court on May 17 acquitted the former Unite Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leader, Arup Konwar, by a trial court for killing Assam minister Nagen Neog and eight others in Golaghat District of Assam in 1996. Kon
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The Telegraph reports that Gauhati High Court on May 17 acquitted the former Unite Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leader, Arup Konwar, by a trial court for killing Assam minister Nagen Neog and eight others in Golaghat District of Assam in 1996. Konwar alias Tutu alias Amar Singh — a ‘sergeant major’ of ULFA — was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment by the District and sessions court, Kamrup, on October 12, 2007. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which had investigated the case, will now appeal in the Supreme Court against the order. The high court acquitted Konwar on grounds of lack of sufficient evidence, adds The Times of India.
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May - 17 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, identified as Rama Mandingi (19) and Nabisha Sirika (16) of Andhra Pradesh, surrendered before Rayagada District Police, on May 17, reports The Times of India. They wanted to return to the soci
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, identified as Rama Mandingi (19) and Nabisha Sirika (16) of Andhra Pradesh, surrendered before Rayagada District Police, on May 17, reports The Times of India. They wanted to return to the social mainstream, said Rayagada Superintendent of Police (SP) Rajesh Pandit. The two were part of the Odisha Border Zonal Committee of the Maoists and were indulged in offences like extortion in Koraput, Rayagada and other Districts.
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May - 17 
Two unidentified miscreants demanded INR 30,000 from Chamang Keneth A. Sangma, Headmaster of Wadanang Lower Primary School in West Garo Hills District, on May 17, reports The Shillong Times. A complaint in this regard was lodged by one S.D. Sangma, a
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Two unidentified miscreants demanded INR 30,000 from Chamang Keneth A. Sangma, Headmaster of Wadanang Lower Primary School in West Garo Hills District, on May 17, reports The Shillong Times. A complaint in this regard was lodged by one S.D. Sangma, a District School Education Officer at Tura Police Station Police.
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May - 17 
A Baloch man, Abdul Rashid Baloch, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Saudabad.
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A Baloch man, Abdul Rashid Baloch, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Saudabad.
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May - 17 
A cadre of the Mohajir Qaumi Movement- Haqiqi (MQM- Haqiqi), Gulzar Qureshi (34), was shot dead near Noorani Mohalla in Agra Taj Colony.
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A cadre of the Mohajir Qaumi Movement- Haqiqi (MQM- Haqiqi), Gulzar Qureshi (34), was shot dead near Noorani Mohalla in Agra Taj Colony.
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May - 17 
A central leader of the Jama’at-ud-Da’awa (JuD), Khalid Bashir (42), was found dead in Sheikhupura area of Lahore city of same District, on May 17, reports Dawn. JuD’s Ameer (chief) Hamza told that Bashir was abducted by some unidentified militants t
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A central leader of the Jama’at-ud-Da’awa (JuD), Khalid Bashir (42), was found dead in Sheikhupura area of Lahore city of same District, on May 17, reports Dawn. JuD’s Ameer (chief) Hamza told that Bashir was abducted by some unidentified militants two days ago.
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May - 17 
Ahmed Ramzan (45) was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Muslimabad D1 area of Khokhrapar.
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Ahmed Ramzan (45) was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Muslimabad D1 area of Khokhrapar.
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May - 17 
An activist of the MQM, identified as Abdul Jabber, was shot dead by unidentified assailants outside his house in Ghaziabad of Pakistan Bazaar in Orangi town.
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An activist of the MQM, identified as Abdul Jabber, was shot dead by unidentified assailants outside his house in Ghaziabad of Pakistan Bazaar in Orangi town.
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May - 17 
At least seven persons, including activists of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) and Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), were killed in targeted attacks across Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 17, reports The News. A former union co
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At least seven persons, including activists of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) and Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), were killed in targeted attacks across Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 17, reports The News. A former union councillor associated with the JI, Mohammed Abid, was shot dead near the Sindh Sports Board Complex in Nazimabad area.
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May - 17 
Four persons were injured by four unidentified assailants near Bashir Chowk situated in Pukhtoonabad.
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Four persons were injured by four unidentified assailants near Bashir Chowk situated in Pukhtoonabad.
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May - 17 
Four Policemen were injured when terrorists targeted a Police vehicle which was on a routine patrolling in the Maryam Zai.
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Four Policemen were injured when terrorists targeted a Police vehicle which was on a routine patrolling in the Maryam Zai.
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May - 17 
One Dilshad (35) was killed by unidentified assailants at his meat shop in Soldier Bazaar.
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One Dilshad (35) was killed by unidentified assailants at his meat shop in Soldier Bazaar.
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May - 17 
The dead body, stuffed in a gunny bag, was found near the Kalapul of Mehmoodabad Police Station.
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The dead body, stuffed in a gunny bag, was found near the Kalapul of Mehmoodabad Police Station.
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May - 17 
Twenty-one persons were killed and around 120 others sustained injuries in separate bomb blasts during the Friday prayer at two mosques in Baz Darra village in Palai Union Council of Malakand District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on May 17, reports The
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Twenty-one persons were killed and around 120 others sustained injuries in separate bomb blasts during the Friday prayer at two mosques in Baz Darra village in Palai Union Council of Malakand District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on May 17, reports The News. Local sources said unidentified militants had planted explosives inside Bar Jumat mosque in Baz Darra and triggered the explosion when the faithful were offering the Friday prayer at 1:25pm. “Everyone headed towards the mosque after hearing the blast. Those offering prayers at the Koz Jumat mosque also left the prayers to take part in rescue activities,” an eyewitness said. When they were leaving the mosque, the explosives placed inside the Koz Jumat mosque also went off.
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May - 17 
Two security persons were killed while another injured when terrorists opened indiscriminate firing on a security caravan in Matani area of Peshawar, the provincial capital of KP, reports Daily Times.
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Two security persons were killed while another injured when terrorists opened indiscriminate firing on a security caravan in Matani area of Peshawar, the provincial capital of KP, reports Daily Times.
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May - 17 
Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) launched a nationwide election campaign. Party Chairman Jhala Nath Khanal, General Secretary Ishwor Pokharel and KP Sharma Oli, among other leaders, briefed the representatives on the issues
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Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) launched a nationwide election campaign. Party Chairman Jhala Nath Khanal, General Secretary Ishwor Pokharel and KP Sharma Oli, among other leaders, briefed the representatives on the issues prior to their deployment. Over 4,800 party leaders and cadres will be mobilised for a month in all the 240 electoral constituencies to create an election environment and to gauge the party's strength. Each campaign team is led by a central representative and has a minimum of 20 activists from the local, district and zonal committees of the party. The party has assigned them to accomplish 11 major tasks that include reporting on the political situation, strengthening the party position, and analysing local issues and the security situation.
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May - 17 
Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) cadres allegedly looted some five quintals of food supplies being transported in a mule for a mobile camp in Jima village of Mugu District on May 17, reports, Kantipuronline.com. The M
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Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) cadres allegedly looted some five quintals of food supplies being transported in a mule for a mobile camp in Jima village of Mugu District on May 17, reports, Kantipuronline.com. The Maoist cadres looted food supplies to hamper the mobile camp to be organized by District Administration Office.
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May - 17 
Smaller parties during an interaction with chairman of the interim election council Khil Raj Regmi, reiterated their opposition to the proposed one percent threshold for representation in the would-be Constituent Assembly (CA) as well as the existing
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Smaller parties during an interaction with chairman of the interim election council Khil Raj Regmi, reiterated their opposition to the proposed one percent threshold for representation in the would-be Constituent Assembly (CA) as well as the existing provision that requires new parties to furnish 10,000 signatures for registration at the Election Commission (EC), reports Nepalnews.com. The leaders of the fringe parties argued that slashing of proportional seats is not justifiable as it will mean less representation of Janajatis, Dalits, Madhesis and women. They also suggested the Government to do away with the provision for 10,000 signatures saying that it is impractical and unscientific.
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May - 17 
Police arrested eight Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI) cadres while trying to hold a rally at Chittagong city of Chittagong District on May 17, reports New Age. The HeI cadres tried to arrange a rally and bring out procession in the city protesting at the arres
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Police arrested eight Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI) cadres while trying to hold a rally at Chittagong city of Chittagong District on May 17, reports New Age. The HeI cadres tried to arrange a rally and bring out procession in the city protesting at the arrest of their secretary general Junayed Babunagari and to press home their 13-point demand. Police said the cadres were arrested for interrogation as they did not take any permission to organise the rally from the authority.
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May - 17 
Terming Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)’s ultimatum and HeI’s Dhaka blockade programme a plot to overthrow the Government, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said conspiracies were still being hatched and the Government would face tougher ones in the fu
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Terming Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)’s ultimatum and HeI’s Dhaka blockade programme a plot to overthrow the Government, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said conspiracies were still being hatched and the Government would face tougher ones in the future, reports The Daily Star. Hasina also said HeI cadres were brought to Dhaka and children of madrassahs (Islamic Seminaries) were used in the programme. BNP’s ultimatum was not successful as people were with the Government.
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May - 17 
Parliamentarian Ravi Karunanayaka of main opposition party, United National Party (UNP), said on May 17 that the UNP turned down a request from former LTTE ‘media spokesman’ Velayutham Dayanithi alias Daya Master to contest the Northern Provincial Co
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Parliamentarian Ravi Karunanayaka of main opposition party, United National Party (UNP), said on May 17 that the UNP turned down a request from former LTTE ‘media spokesman’ Velayutham Dayanithi alias Daya Master to contest the Northern Provincial Council (NPC) elections under the party ticket. He said that Daya Master had requested from the UNP to offer him a ticket to contest the NPC election. Daya Master had earlier told local media that he would contest the election for the NPC under the ruling party, United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA) ticket. Daya Master, a former English teacher, joined the LTTE and became the ‘media spokesman’ of the outfit. He surrendered to the Sri Lanka Army on April 22, 2009, during the final stage of the war, with another prominent LTTE leader, George Master, in the Putumatalam area of Mullaitivu inside the No-Fire Zone. A Sri Lankan court subsequently released them on bail.
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May - 18 
A cadre of NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K) was arrested on NH 37 between Khongsang and Rangpang Village in Tamenglong District on May 18 while he was moving in a vehicle. Troops of 13 AR have been monitoring activities of the group in Tamenglong District sinc
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A cadre of NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K) was arrested on NH 37 between Khongsang and Rangpang Village in Tamenglong District on May 18 while he was moving in a vehicle. Troops of 13 AR have been monitoring activities of the group in Tamenglong District since the last six days which finally led to the arrest of the ‘2nd Lt’ Gaising Maringmei.
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May - 18 
A junior commissioned officer was killed and a soldier was injured in a gunfight with militants at the Line of Control (LOC) of the Machil sector in Kupwara District, on May 18, reports Telegraph. The dead officer has been identified as Arun Kumar an
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A junior commissioned officer was killed and a soldier was injured in a gunfight with militants at the Line of Control (LOC) of the Machil sector in Kupwara District, on May 18, reports Telegraph. The dead officer has been identified as Arun Kumar and the injured soldier as Solanki Raju. This is the first infiltration bid in the valley after election in Pakistan.
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May - 18 
A militant belonging to Independent faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-I) militant , identified as Rajib Moran alias Rohim Asom, surrendered to Police in Tinsukia District on May 18. The rebel deposited two Chinese grenades.
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A militant belonging to Independent faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-I) militant , identified as Rajib Moran alias Rohim Asom, surrendered to Police in Tinsukia District on May 18. The rebel deposited two Chinese grenades.
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May - 18 
A team of 24 Assam Riffles (AR) personnel of Tengnoupal post seized an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) bomb from a Maruti Van at the front of the Tengnoupal AR check post while it was being transported to Imphal along the Imphal-Moreh route on Nati
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A team of 24 Assam Riffles (AR) personnel of Tengnoupal post seized an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) bomb from a Maruti Van at the front of the Tengnoupal AR check post while it was being transported to Imphal along the Imphal-Moreh route on National Highway (NH)-2 on May 18, reports Kanglaonline.
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May - 18 
A teen-aged boy was killed while his sister had a narrow escape when a grenade exploded accidentally at village Kither in Bunjwah area of Kishtwar District in the afternoon of May 18, reports Daily Excelsior. Reports said Mohammad Yusuf, 15, who had
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A teen-aged boy was killed while his sister had a narrow escape when a grenade exploded accidentally at village Kither in Bunjwah area of Kishtwar District in the afternoon of May 18, reports Daily Excelsior. Reports said Mohammad Yusuf, 15, who had gone for grazing cattle along with his sister fiddled with a grenade lying in the fields, leading to a powerful explosion. Yusuf was killed on spot. About eight to 10 cattle were also killed. However, his sister survived as she had gone ahead while grazing the cattle.
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May - 18 
Additional Director General of Police-Special Branch (ADGP-SB), Khagen Sarma, said that the Adivasis of Assam, who constitute the tea labourer community, have so far remained out of the influence of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), repor
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Additional Director General of Police-Special Branch (ADGP-SB), Khagen Sarma, said that the Adivasis of Assam, who constitute the tea labourer community, have so far remained out of the influence of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), reports Times of India on May 19. The Maoist, instead, has recruited youths, who have been either member of some militant outfits in the past or belong to indigenous tribal communities of the State.
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May - 18 
Assam Chief Minister (CM), Tarun Gogoi on May 18 claimed to have neutralized 75 per cent of militants in the State besides preventing Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from setting up firm base in the State because strict vigil and develop
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Assam Chief Minister (CM), Tarun Gogoi on May 18 claimed to have neutralized 75 per cent of militants in the State besides preventing Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from setting up firm base in the State because strict vigil and development initiatives undertaken during his tenure, reports Shillong Times. CM,Gogoi claimed that recent arrests of several senior Maoists functionaries in Assam including central committee leader served blow to Maoists’ plan to gain foothold and expand base in the State. He also said that the developmental works undertaken by the Congress government led by him as well as maintenance of close vigil has prevented Maoists from striking deep roots among the masses in Assam as quickly as they wanted to do so. “The Maoists have been trying to set base in the state. We had alerted the Centre about their design even before the latter could gather much information about it. We have been keeping a close watch on their activities and this strict vigil has served as an impediment for the Maoists, who have been trying hard to set strong base here,” Gogoi said.
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May - 18 
In a major anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremist (LWE)] operation, a joint team of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Gariabandh District Police seized a huge cache of arms and ammunitions after a brief gun battle with the LWEs in the dense jungles of
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In a major anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremist (LWE)] operation, a joint team of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Gariabandh District Police seized a huge cache of arms and ammunitions after a brief gun battle with the LWEs in the dense jungles of Jaradni and Bodapal in the same District on May 18, reports The Daily Pioneer. The Police party was on a search operation when suddenly a group of LWEs opened fire. The alert Security Forces (SFs) returned the fire and the gun battle lasted for about half-an-hour. The guerrillas then disappeared in the jungles. Later, Police found, 12 bore gun live ammunition, bullets of AK-47, electrical detonators, tiffin bomb, 8mm bullet shells, battery, electric wires, switches, radios, Naxal dress, water jerkin, medicines and other daily used items.
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May - 18 
Kanglaonline reports that a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre was shot dead by suspected Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) cadres on May 18 at around 2pm along Thongjaorok River bank at Lusai Chiru Village, some eight ki
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Kanglaonline reports that a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre was shot dead by suspected Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) cadres on May 18 at around 2pm along Thongjaorok River bank at Lusai Chiru Village, some eight kilometres away from Bishnupur Police Station. The Police also recovered two empty cases of a 9mm pistol. From the identity card found from the youth, the deceased was identified as one Paosingdai Gonmei (29). Additionally, a press communiqué issued by information Secretary of the ZUF, A Dangmei said that Pousingdai Gonmei, Kapur (area administrator) of Zeilad Region of Duithanjang Khoupum in Tameglong District was ‘awarded capital punishment’ at Ngariyan village, Churachanpur District. It said that the deceased was arrested in 2011 for leading the NSCN-IM cadres in the first gun battle at Khoupum in 2010. After stern warning, he was released as he was a Zeliangrong. The ZUF went on to say that he was also among the cadres involved in the ambush at Soubunglong (Leishok) village in 2011. It also alleged that the deceased was found collecting ‘tax’ in the Zeliangrong region.
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May - 18 
Nagaland Post reports on May 18 that drawing attention to a proposed meeting purportedly called by advisor Nagaland village chief’s federation, T.L Angami and president Shalem Konyak on May 22, the High Level Commission (HLC) of the three Naga politi
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Nagaland Post reports on May 18 that drawing attention to a proposed meeting purportedly called by advisor Nagaland village chief’s federation, T.L Angami and president Shalem Konyak on May 22, the High Level Commission (HLC) of the three Naga political groups – Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), NSCN-Khole-Kitovi (NSCN-KK) and Naga National Council/Federal Government of Nagaland (NNC/FGN) - has asserted their inability to participate in any such “out of the way” discussion, which “only creates more confusion and serves as a tool for adversaries to exploit human frailties.” In a joint press release, NSCN-KK Kilonser (minister) C. Singson, NNC/FGN Kedallo Zhopra Vero and NSCN-IM Kilonser Angnaikham urged the organizers of the proposed meet to desist from carrying on the said proposal before it led to any kind of development that could become detrimental to the well-being of the Naga society as a whole. They said “a dubious 50 points of draft proposal” was set to be discussed in that proposed meeting for some kind of a political settlement between the Nagas and the Government of India (GoI). Meanwhile, the HLC signatories also affirmed to commit their sincere support to the ongoing Reconciliation process led by the Forum for Naga Reconciliation and towards any unity and peace efforts.
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May - 18 
The Assam Tribune reports on May 19 that the possibility of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) rebels coming into a tactical understanding with other militant groups active in Assam including the Independent faction of United Liberation
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The Assam Tribune reports on May 19 that the possibility of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) rebels coming into a tactical understanding with other militant groups active in Assam including the Independent faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-Independent) cannot be ruled out, admitted the Assam Director General of Police (DGP), JN Choudhury. DGP, Choudhury, said that though the CPI-Maoist rebels are yet to indulge in any major act of violence in Assam, the threat in the days to come cannot be ruled out. He also said that so far there has been no information of the Maoists forging any alliance with any other militant group of Assam, but some kind of tactical alliance for their own survival is very much possible. He revealed that according to information available, some persons, who used to work as overground workers of the ULFA, are now working for the Maoists. Choudhury revealed that the possible areas where the Maoists can infiltrate have been identified and efforts are on to prevent the rebels from establishing strong roots in the state. The DGP pointed out that the Barak Valley Districts have a number of sick tea gardens and the Maoists can try to infiltrate among the labourers of those gardens. He said that the Maoists can also try to motivate the unemployed youths, the tribal groups facing political and other problems etc.
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May - 18 
The conspiracy to dig a 213-feet-long tunnel in the Sabarmati jail (Gujarat), discovered in February, 2013, was meticulously planned, DNA reported on May 19. The details have been highlighted in the charge sheet filed on May 18 by Detection of Crime
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The conspiracy to dig a 213-feet-long tunnel in the Sabarmati jail (Gujarat), discovered in February, 2013, was meticulously planned, DNA reported on May 19. The details have been highlighted in the charge sheet filed on May 18 by Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) against 24 accused in the case. The 300-page charge sheet has names of 169 witness including 22 prisoners. The 24 accused include leader of banned Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) Safdar Nagori, Shibli Abdul Karim, Hafeez Mulla and others. The charge sheet states that while the digging was in progress, other accused would pretend to take classes of English and Arabic languages. They would even threaten to file complaints in court against jail officials who approached them.
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May - 18 
The Kuki National Front (KNF) celebrated its 26th raising day at Camp Ebenezer in Sadar Hills (Senapati District) on May 18 with more than 200 cadres and leaders. KNF ‘president’ ST Thangboi said that KNF has come a long way since its formation in 19
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The Kuki National Front (KNF) celebrated its 26th raising day at Camp Ebenezer in Sadar Hills (Senapati District) on May 18 with more than 200 cadres and leaders. KNF ‘president’ ST Thangboi said that KNF has come a long way since its formation in 1987.
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May - 18 
The Times of India reports that the State Government has decided to enter into a peace accord with rebel group United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK). A decision in this regard was taken by the State cabinet at a meeting chaired by chief minister
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The Times of India reports that the State Government has decided to enter into a peace accord with rebel group United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK). A decision in this regard was taken by the State cabinet at a meeting chaired by chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh on May 18. 45 UPPK leaders had laid down arms on February 5 at the border town of Moreh in Chandel District. Senior home affairs ministry officials will visit Imphal on May 22 to discuss the details of the treaty, a Government source said.
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May - 18 
Two Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants, ‘lance corporal’ Thothung Hakhun and ‘sergeant major’ Dapnong Tonglim, surrendered at the 25 sector Assam Rifles (AR) headquarters at Lekhapani in the same District. The duo d
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Two Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants, ‘lance corporal’ Thothung Hakhun and ‘sergeant major’ Dapnong Tonglim, surrendered at the 25 sector Assam Rifles (AR) headquarters at Lekhapani in the same District. The duo deposited two 7.65 mm pistols and ammunition.
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May - 18 
Zeliangrong Union-Assam, Manipur, Nagaland (ZU-AMN) has expressed concern over the death of an NSCN-M cadre in a reported gunfight with ZUF cadres on May 18, reports The Sangai Express. In a press release, ZU-AMN said that it has always been working
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Zeliangrong Union-Assam, Manipur, Nagaland (ZU-AMN) has expressed concern over the death of an NSCN-M cadre in a reported gunfight with ZUF cadres on May 18, reports The Sangai Express. In a press release, ZU-AMN said that it has always been working for maintaining peace among different groups and factions of armed militants in Zeliangrong regions of Assam, Manipur and Nagaland.
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May - 18 
A dead body, identified as Abdul Kalam of was found in Brohi Goth area. Police believed the victim was abducted, tortured and then shot dead.
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A dead body, identified as Abdul Kalam of was found in Brohi Goth area. Police believed the victim was abducted, tortured and then shot dead.
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May - 18 
A remote-controlled bomb targeting a Police patrol killed 13 persons, including Kullachi Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Muhammad Iqbal, his gunman and driver, in Kachi Paind Khel area of Dera Ismail Khan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on May 18, accord
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A remote-controlled bomb targeting a Police patrol killed 13 persons, including Kullachi Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Muhammad Iqbal, his gunman and driver, in Kachi Paind Khel area of Dera Ismail Khan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on May 18, according to Daily Times. The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the attack. “Iqbal Khan was active against the Taliban. We planted that bomb and claim responsibility for this attack,” TTP spokesman Azam Tariq said over telephone.
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May - 18 
At least two persons were injured in a remote-controlled blast near the house of a tribal elder in Dera Allahyar area of Jaffarabad District, on May 18, reports Daily Times. Police sources told that unidentified militants planted an Improvised Explos
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At least two persons were injured in a remote-controlled blast near the house of a tribal elder in Dera Allahyar area of Jaffarabad District, on May 18, reports Daily Times. Police sources told that unidentified militants planted an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near the house of a local tribal elder, and detonated it.
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May - 18 
At least two persons were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 18, reports The News. One person was shot dead and a television reporter was injured by unidentified assailants on Napier Ro
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At least two persons were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 18, reports The News. One person was shot dead and a television reporter was injured by unidentified assailants on Napier Road near Denso Hall of Kharadar Police Station.
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May - 18 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is luring more women to become suicide bombers, the Central Asia Online reported on May 18. The number of incidents involving female suicide bombers is rising, officials say. "Terrorists are exploiting psychologic
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is luring more women to become suicide bombers, the Central Asia Online reported on May 18. The number of incidents involving female suicide bombers is rising, officials say. "Terrorists are exploiting psychologically fragile women, motivating them to execute attacks in the name of religion," said Muhammad Ali Babakhel, a Deputy Inspector General of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Police.
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May - 18 
Three persons were abducted by unidentified militants from Ibrahimzai area of Hangu District.
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Three persons were abducted by unidentified militants from Ibrahimzai area of Hangu District.
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May - 18 
The Mohan Baidya-led CPN-Maoist on May 18 announced that all the physical infrastructure and land of Surya Boarding Secondary School, a private School in Khandbari, the District headquarters of Sankhuwasabha District, are under its control. The party
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The Mohan Baidya-led CPN-Maoist on May 18 announced that all the physical infrastructure and land of Surya Boarding Secondary School, a private School in Khandbari, the District headquarters of Sankhuwasabha District, are under its control. The party said the action was against the school’s charging high tuition fees and exploiting teachers and other staff. Further, Baidya-led CPN-Maoist captured the property of Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-Maoist) central member Ninu Chapagain in Bhojpur District. Urging the Baidya-led CPN-Maoist to solve the issue through dialogue, the UCPN-Maoist warned the CPN-Maoist to be responsible for the repercussions if they don’t return the property to the rightful owner.
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May - 18 
Colombo Page reported that Police in Mannar released the 15 people arrested on May 18 during a function held by the Tamils in Mannar to commemorate the ‘Tamil people’ died in the war. The Police arrested 15 people, including three members of Tamil Na
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Colombo Page reported that Police in Mannar released the 15 people arrested on May 18 during a function held by the Tamils in Mannar to commemorate the ‘Tamil people’ died in the war. The Police arrested 15 people, including three members of Tamil National People's Front (TNPF) and a journalist, in the morning of May 18 while they were participating in the commemoration. They were carrying the photo of Velupillai Prabhakaran. All 15 people were released later in the day.
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May - 18 
Nine persons who were attempting to commemorate the Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres on May 18 were taken in for questioning, reports Daily News. Vanni Commander Major General Boniface Perera said that attempts by some LTTE sympathisers
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Nine persons who were attempting to commemorate the Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres on May 18 were taken in for questioning, reports Daily News. Vanni Commander Major General Boniface Perera said that attempts by some LTTE sympathisers to commemorate LTTE cadres on May 18 on the pretext of remembering their kith and kin was foiled. Perera said an organisation close to the LTTE had tried to mark the day by displaying photographs of slain LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran’s son. The Army with the help of the Police had taken nine persons for questioning and later released them, after recording their statements. “We recognise the right to commemorate those dead by the close relatives but not making this a pretext to remember ‘War Heroes’. That is the sole right of the Armed Forces,” he asserted.
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May - 18 
President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing the Humanitarian Victory Parade on May 18 said he would not allow even a single inch of the country’s land secured through the sacrifice of heroic Forces to be usurped, reported Daily News. “There will be no roo
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President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing the Humanitarian Victory Parade on May 18 said he would not allow even a single inch of the country’s land secured through the sacrifice of heroic Forces to be usurped, reported Daily News. “There will be no room for separation,” President Rajapaksa asserted, adding, “I believe that the feeling that we should all live together in a single country is once again emerging in the hearts of the Tamil people,” he said. “Prabhakaran and his cohorts destroyed the Tamil intelligentsia who could build up the culture of the Tamil people of the north. Similar to Prabhakaran, the political parties that are propping up the Diaspora are still engaged in an effort to drag Tamil society to the depths of destruction. As long as these groups exist the Tamil people need no other enemies,” the President said.
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May - 18 
The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) defied the government's ban on commemorating the terrorists who died in the war and held a remembrance in Vavuniya for those who died in the final battle which also killed Velupillai Prabhakaran and his entire top le
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The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) defied the government's ban on commemorating the terrorists who died in the war and held a remembrance in Vavuniya for those who died in the final battle which also killed Velupillai Prabhakaran and his entire top leadership. "We had a meeting to commemorate all those who died in the conflict," TNA parliamentarian Suresh Premachandran said. The TNA held its function peacefully amid heavy presence of Police.
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May - 18 
Vanni Commander Major General Boniface Perera while celebrating Victory Day in Vavuniya District on May 18 (today) said that “Any organisation or individual will not be allowed to venerate a terrorist organisation. Anyone participating in a commemora
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Vanni Commander Major General Boniface Perera while celebrating Victory Day in Vavuniya District on May 18 (today) said that “Any organisation or individual will not be allowed to venerate a terrorist organisation. Anyone participating in a commemoration ceremony for Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres will be arrested. There is only one military in a country. Any citizen has the right to commemorate their loved ones but no one can commemorate terrorists who were disloyal to the Government.” He further said, “We have information that the Commemoration Day in Vavuniya is not a day to commemorate the dead. They are planning to commemorate LTTE cadres who died during the war. I will never allow any individual or organisation to commemorate a terrorist organisation. If any individual or organisation organizes ceremonies to remember the LTTE, they will be arrested.”
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May - 19 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed by C-60 Commandos under Malewada Police Station in Kurkheda Sub-Division of Hetalkasa jungle, Gadchiroli District on May 19 reports The Times of India. Two commandos sustained minor inju
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed by C-60 Commandos under Malewada Police Station in Kurkheda Sub-Division of Hetalkasa jungle, Gadchiroli District on May 19 reports The Times of India. Two commandos sustained minor injuries. District Superintendent of Police (SP) Suvez Haque said "The Naxalites had planned to ambush Police search parties in Hetalkasa jungle. However, thanks to strong intelligence network, we had advance information about their operation, which helped us to carry out the counter ambush successfully". Dead body of a male Maoist was recovered from the place during post encounter search operation. Police also recovered a 12-bore rifle, its 19 bullets, 5 bullets of 9 mm pistol, a spent pipe-bomb, 10 bamboo pieces rolled with wire to help carrying out explosions, a magazine pouch and other material from the spot.
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May - 19 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, allegedly involved in several murder cases, was killed in an encounter with Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers in Dantewada District, on May 19 reports Zee News. The incident occurred wh
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, allegedly involved in several murder cases, was killed in an encounter with Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers in Dantewada District, on May 19 reports Zee News. The incident occurred when the CRPF troopers guarding a helipad at Purangel village came under fire from the insurgents. Dantewada Superintendent of Police (SP) Narendra Khare said "22-year-old Masu, the deputy commander of Jan Militia Group of Maoists, was killed in an encounter with CRPF jawans in Purangel village under Aranpur Police Station area on Sunday". Masu was involved in several cases of loot, arson and murder in the region, he added. An air-gun, a bag and a knife were recovered from the site.
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May - 19 
A Policeman was arrested, for having links with Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), from Sopore area of Baramulla District, Daily Excelsior reported on May 20. Hilal Gul of Indian Reserve Police (IRP, 18th Battalion) was arrested following disclosure made by the
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A Policeman was arrested, for having links with Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), from Sopore area of Baramulla District, Daily Excelsior reported on May 20. Hilal Gul of Indian Reserve Police (IRP, 18th Battalion) was arrested following disclosure made by the former ‘divisional commander’ of LeT, Hafiz Naveed alias Fahadullah, who was arrested by police on April 17, 2013. One AK-47 rifle, 150 rounds of ammunition and a pressure mine was recovered from his possession. “The arms and ammunition was given to him by Fahadullah who was commanding LeT in North Kashmir. Gul was working for Fahadullah. Earlier, Gul was working with top most LeT commander Furqan who was operating in Sopore area two years ago. The cop was working with LeT since 2006,” sources said. He was attached to Police at a vital installation in the police Department at the time of his arrest.
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May - 19 
A rally jointly organised Bodo National Conference (BNC) and Bodoland Peoples’ Front (BPF) was held at Santipur in Chirang district on May 19 to protest against extortions and frequent abductions, reports The Telegraph. Various organisations and Gaon
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A rally jointly organised Bodo National Conference (BNC) and Bodoland Peoples’ Front (BPF) was held at Santipur in Chirang district on May 19 to protest against extortions and frequent abductions, reports The Telegraph. Various organisations and Gaonbura (village headmen) from the neighbourhood supported the rally in which over a thousand people took part with placards, banners and festoons demanding an end to extortion drives by various militant groups and outfits. “The activities are expected to rise because of the growth of saboteur groups or organisations in the region,” said BPPF president and Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) member, Rabiram Narzary. He urged the administration to take stringent measures to stop the crimes.
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May - 19 
Darjeeling Police on May 19 arrested four agents of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) who had been siphoning information from the Sukna cantonment of Darjeeling District for the past five years, according to The Times of India. One of them
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Darjeeling Police on May 19 arrested four agents of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) who had been siphoning information from the Sukna cantonment of Darjeeling District for the past five years, according to The Times of India. One of them is a sacked Army driver and another a Gorkha Janmukti Morcha(GJM) leader. Three others, including an army clerk, have been detained for interrogation. Smuggler-turned-GJM leader Mesha Souria, was the ringleader of the operation, say Police. The first to be arrested on May 19 was Maghan Bahadur Singh, dismissed from the Army in 2003 after being accused in a murder and a series of vehicle thefts. He was arrested from Garidhura in Kurseong sub-division of Darjeeling District. After that, Souria was arrested from the Panighata tea estate. Maghan's interrogation led Police to two alleged linkmen, Dhan Bahadur Pradhan and Gopal Khati. According to Police Pradhan passport had been to Afghanistan. The four operatives targeted the XXXIII Corps and 24 Air Force Provost Unit and got INR 25,000 for every piece of information they sold to ISI handler, say Police.
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May - 19 
On May 19 Police arrested a LeT operative, Mudasir Ahmad Dar, who was allegedly managing finances for the militant outfit in and around Sopore. “He had been working for the banned terrorist organisation LeT since long and has been using code name Muv
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On May 19 Police arrested a LeT operative, Mudasir Ahmad Dar, who was allegedly managing finances for the militant outfit in and around Sopore. “He had been working for the banned terrorist organisation LeT since long and has been using code name Muviya. He was arrested following a disclosure by captured LeT commander Fahadullah. The arrested militant disclosed that, Mudasir has been managing finances of the outfit in and around Sopore besides, providing logistic support to the outfit,” an unnamed Police spokesman said.
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May - 19 
Stating that the State Government has initiated several measures to bring insurgents on the path of peace, Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam on May 19 called upon all the people not to view or treat former rebels who have laid down arms and returned t
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Stating that the State Government has initiated several measures to bring insurgents on the path of peace, Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam on May 19 called upon all the people not to view or treat former rebels who have laid down arms and returned to the mainstream as untouchables. Gaikhangam who is also in charge of Home Department remarked rebels coming to the path of peace in sync with changes across the world is a positive development. Some rebels sent feelers expressing their desire to return to the path of peace but all the measures taken up by the Government cannot be disclosed at the moment, Gaikhangam said.
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May - 19 
The ANVC-B has denied the allegation of the UALA ‘commander-in-chief’ Momin that Police had handed over three sophisticated weapons to the outfit to take on the GNLA. ANVC-B leader Rimpu Marak, on May 19, said that Norok’s allegation is intended to d
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The ANVC-B has denied the allegation of the UALA ‘commander-in-chief’ Momin that Police had handed over three sophisticated weapons to the outfit to take on the GNLA. ANVC-B leader Rimpu Marak, on May 19, said that Norok’s allegation is intended to disturb the settlement process and peaceful solution to Garo demands.
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May - 19 
The Chhattisgarh Government, on May 19, ordered a judicial inquiry into May 17 night’s encounter between Security Forces (SFs) and suspected Maoists near Edasmeta village in Bijapur District, in which seven villagers, some suspected to be Jan Militia
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The Chhattisgarh Government, on May 19, ordered a judicial inquiry into May 17 night’s encounter between Security Forces (SFs) and suspected Maoists near Edasmeta village in Bijapur District, in which seven villagers, some suspected to be Jan Militia member, and one Maoist were killed. A Commission headed by Justice VK Agrawal, which is probing the encounter with Maoists at Sarkeguda in Bijapur District on June 28-29, 2012, will conduct the probe. The decision was taken at a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Raman Singh. The government also announced compensation of INR 5 lakh each to the kin of the dead.
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May - 19 
The Sangai Express reports on May 19 that Security Forces (SFs) recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition buried under ground in 2007 by a cadre of United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) at the foothills of Thangjing ridge, said a Press Infor
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The Sangai Express reports on May 19 that Security Forces (SFs) recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition buried under ground in 2007 by a cadre of United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) at the foothills of Thangjing ridge, said a Press Information Bureau-Defence Wing (PIB-DW) release that identified the cadre as ‘Captain’ Moirangthem Raja alias Chingkheinganba alias Meiba. Raja reportedly surrendered to SFs of the Division and helped in locating the cache which he buried in 2007 when the camps were shifted to Myanmar. The cache included four carbine machine guns, four magazines, two .22 mm revolvers, 42 rounds of 5.56 mm ammunition and two rounds of .22 mm ammunition. Raja is said to have joined UPPK in 2001 and was actively involved in various anti-social activities in Manipur, Nagaland and Myanmar. Subsequently, he fled to Kathmandu (Nepal) in the year 2011 and was operating from there, maintained the DW release adding that the individual came to Manipur on May 17, 2013.
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May - 19 
Thirty six members of Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sangha (CMAS), a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) backed organisation, surrendered before Narayanpatna Police in Koraput District on May 19, reports The New Indian Express. Police said the surrend
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Thirty six members of Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sangha (CMAS), a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) backed organisation, surrendered before Narayanpatna Police in Koraput District on May 19, reports The New Indian Express. Police said the surrendered persons, 19 men and 17 women, were involved in various Maoist related incidents. Of these 36, warrants were pending against 10 persons.
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May - 19 
Two troopers belonging to the Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (COBRA) of Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF) - Lakshman Singh (22) and Chhabilal (24) - were injured in a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attack in Bijapur District
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Two troopers belonging to the Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (COBRA) of Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF) - Lakshman Singh (22) and Chhabilal (24) - were injured in a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attack in Bijapur District on May 19, reports The Hindustan Times. The incident took place when the 199 COBRA Battalion was on a search operation in the border region of Dantewada and Bijapur Districts in south Bastar.
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May - 19 
A dead body, identified as that of one Naseer Ahmed, was found from Zinda Pir Road area of Khuzdar District.
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A dead body, identified as that of one Naseer Ahmed, was found from Zinda Pir Road area of Khuzdar District.
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May - 19 
A Police patrol party escaped a roadside explosion in the jurisdiction of cantonment Police Station in the Bannu District. The bomb was attached to a bike along the roadside in Azad Mandi area. The bomb exploded few minutes after the Police party pas
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A Police patrol party escaped a roadside explosion in the jurisdiction of cantonment Police Station in the Bannu District. The bomb was attached to a bike along the roadside in Azad Mandi area. The bomb exploded few minutes after the Police party passed the area.
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May - 19 
Around 934 persons, including 90 Policemen and Rangers personnel and 844 members of political parties, were killed in the Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, in the first four months of the 2013, reports The News. 535 persons
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Around 934 persons, including 90 Policemen and Rangers personnel and 844 members of political parties, were killed in the Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, in the first four months of the 2013, reports The News. 535 persons have fallen victim to incidents of target killing and around 569 unclaimed bullet-riddled bodies have been recovered. Meanwhile, statistics from the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) indicate the year 2012 recorded 104 cases of sectarian killings. A majority of those targeted belonged to the Shia community, although in the consequent tit-for-tat cycle of violence Sunnis have been victimised too.
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May - 19 
At least three persons, including Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) leader Zahrah Shahid Husain, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 19, reports Dawn. PTI leader Zahrah Shahid Husain w
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At least three persons, including Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) leader Zahrah Shahid Husain, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 19, reports Dawn. PTI leader Zahrah Shahid Husain was killed by unidentified assailants in Defence Phase-IV, on May 18, reports Dawn.
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May - 19 
Police arrested four alleged members of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) during a targeted raid in Ganna Mandi area of Sohrab Goth, reports Daily Times. The suspects were identified as Anar Khan, Ameer Khan, Sal Mohammad and Naimatullah.
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Police arrested four alleged members of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) during a targeted raid in Ganna Mandi area of Sohrab Goth, reports Daily Times. The suspects were identified as Anar Khan, Ameer Khan, Sal Mohammad and Naimatullah.
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May - 19 
Six children suffered injuries as unidentified assailants hurled a hand grenade in the house of one Raz Mohammad Khan in Kachkot Asad Khan village of Surani area in Bannu District, reports Dawn. The injured children were identified as Osman, Aiman, Y
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Six children suffered injuries as unidentified assailants hurled a hand grenade in the house of one Raz Mohammad Khan in Kachkot Asad Khan village of Surani area in Bannu District, reports Dawn. The injured children were identified as Osman, Aiman, Yousaf Khan, Asad Yar Khan, Irfan and Hajra.
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May - 19 
Two dead bodies, identified as that of one Shahzeb and his brother Shah Noor, were found in Murgaap area of Kech District, on May 19, reports Daily Times. Police said that both the boys were in their 20s and were brutally tortured and subjected to el
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Two dead bodies, identified as that of one Shahzeb and his brother Shah Noor, were found in Murgaap area of Kech District, on May 19, reports Daily Times. Police said that both the boys were in their 20s and were brutally tortured and subjected to electric shocks. They were abducted on March 11 from Turbat area of Kech District, said the sources.
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May - 19 
Two persons were killed when unidentified assailants opened fire on their car in Khal area of Lower Dir District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on May 19, reports Daily Times.
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Two persons were killed when unidentified assailants opened fire on their car in Khal area of Lower Dir District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on May 19, reports Daily Times.
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May - 19 
Two unidentified dead bodies were found in Manghopir area.
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Two unidentified dead bodies were found in Manghopir area.
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May - 19 
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Joint Secretary General Salahuddin Ahmed was again shown arrested on May 19 in a case filed for torching vehicles and blasting cocktail in Dhaka city’s East Razabazar area during a road blockade by the opposition on
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Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Joint Secretary General Salahuddin Ahmed was again shown arrested on May 19 in a case filed for torching vehicles and blasting cocktail in Dhaka city’s East Razabazar area during a road blockade by the opposition on December 9, 2012, reports Daily Star. Salahuddin Ahmed was re-arrested on May 16 after he was released on bail in connection with four cases filed for vandalism and assault on Police.
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May - 19 
On May 19, Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres set ablaze a Police motorbike in Bakal area of Satkhira District in the outskirts of the town (Satkhira) and vandalised a truck during a half-day hartal (General strike) called by Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), t
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On May 19, Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres set ablaze a Police motorbike in Bakal area of Satkhira District in the outskirts of the town (Satkhira) and vandalised a truck during a half-day hartal (General strike) called by Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), the parent party of the ICS, demanding the release of JeI detained leaders, reported Daily Star. The arrested leaders are: Moinul Haque, former Member of Parliament Gazi Nazrul Islam, Maulana Rabiul Bashar, Jamaat Azizur Rahman.
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May - 19 
Police arrested three Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI, 'Protectorate of Islam') members at Mirpur in the Dhaka on May 19 in connection with the May 5 violence in the city, reports Daily Star. The trio were each placed on a 4-day remand on May 20.The arrested tr
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Police arrested three Hefazat-e-Islam (HeI, 'Protectorate of Islam') members at Mirpur in the Dhaka on May 19 in connection with the May 5 violence in the city, reports Daily Star. The trio were each placed on a 4-day remand on May 20.The arrested trio was identified as Emran Majhari, khatib of Lalbagh Shahi Mosque, Abul Basar, convener of HeI’s Kafrul Thana unit, and Mizanur Rahman, its joint convener.
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May - 19 
The 37th prosecution witness, Chapala Rani, on May 19 identifying the accused, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader, Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury, in courtroom on May 19, told International Crimes Tribunal-1 (ICT-1) that during the Liberation War
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The 37th prosecution witness, Chapala Rani, on May 19 identifying the accused, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader, Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury, in courtroom on May 19, told International Crimes Tribunal-1 (ICT-1) that during the Liberation War the Pakistani Army in the presence of Chowdhury had killed 60-70 people, including her father and two brothers-in-law at Unsatturpara of Rauzan in Chittagong District, reports Daily Star. “He [SQ Chowdhury] was young then,” Chapala said, pointing out Salahuddin. “The [Pakistani] army cordoned off our village a day before Chaitra Shangkranti [end of the Bangla month of Chaitra {April 13, 1971}],” she said. The proceedings of the case were adjourned until May 21, 2013.
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May - 19 
Army Commander Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya criticized the foreign representatives expressing different opinions about maintaining army camps in the North, Colombo Page reported on May 19. "Foreigners have no right to decide where the army ca
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Army Commander Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya criticized the foreign representatives expressing different opinions about maintaining army camps in the North, Colombo Page reported on May 19. "Foreigners have no right to decide where the army camps of this country should be maintained," he said. The Army Commander noted that there are only three Army camps in the Jaffna peninsula at present, although there were sixteen army camps at the end of the war in May 2009. Speaking of the de-mining operations, Lieutenant General Jayasuriya said the demining of the remaining 96 square kilometers will be completed before the end of this year. He added that a special programme is being implemented under the mediation of the Ministry of Economic Development to provide welfare facilities to the people who are being resettled.
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May - 20 
A suspicious boat was found at Vikhroli creek in Mumbai in Maharashtra on May 20, reports The Times of India. "The boat was unclaimed and had no crew members. No smuggled goods or explosives were found on it," said Amitesh Kumar, additional Commissio
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A suspicious boat was found at Vikhroli creek in Mumbai in Maharashtra on May 20, reports The Times of India. "The boat was unclaimed and had no crew members. No smuggled goods or explosives were found on it," said Amitesh Kumar, additional Commissioner of Police, Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism squad (ATS). "There is no terror angle so far, but we cannot give this a clean chit," said an officer. Reportedly, the boat had been sailing for two days in the creek; a woman and boy were spotted emerging from it. ATS sources said the boat was registered in the name of a woman from Alibaug.
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May - 20 
Darjeeling Police on May 20 arrested another Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) operative, identified as Mani Kumar Biswakarma from Sukna cantonment of Darjeeling District for allegedly siphoning information from there, reports The Times of India. Th
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Darjeeling Police on May 20 arrested another Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) operative, identified as Mani Kumar Biswakarma from Sukna cantonment of Darjeeling District for allegedly siphoning information from there, reports The Times of India. This takes the arrest tally in the case to five. Four ISI operatives were earlier arrested on May 19.
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May - 20 
Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister (CM), Omar Abdullah, who has been advocating partial withdrawal of Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) from some parts of his State, on May 20 expressed hope of finding a “common meeting ground” with the Army on the
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Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister (CM), Omar Abdullah, who has been advocating partial withdrawal of Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) from some parts of his State, on May 20 expressed hope of finding a “common meeting ground” with the Army on the vexed issue, reports Daily Excelsior. Omar, who listed removal of AFSPA as an important confidence building measure, contended that the special law has been misused from time to time and has forced various human rights body to support for its repeal.“We understand that you cannot overnight take it (AFSPA) away. It has to be a gradual process. It has to start with ,those areas, where Army is no longer required to operate and that is what we have been asking for,” CM, Omar Abdullah told reporters in Srinagar.
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May - 20 
Karbi People’s Liberation Tiger (KPLT) militants shot dead, Joysing Senar (35), at Lang Tor Tor village under Dokmoka Police Station in Karbi Anglong District, reports The Sentinel. According to sources, the slain person had run an extortion racket i
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Karbi People’s Liberation Tiger (KPLT) militants shot dead, Joysing Senar (35), at Lang Tor Tor village under Dokmoka Police Station in Karbi Anglong District, reports The Sentinel. According to sources, the slain person had run an extortion racket in the area in the name of KPLT. The sources also told that he was the former member of now ceasefire group Karbi Longri and NC Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF), but later switched to KPLT. He was later expelled from the organization on the ground of gross indiscipline and impropriety.
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May - 20 
KPLT’s ‘Chairman’, Bidisar Tungjang, forewarned any duplicate members to take heed from the lesson taught to Joysing Senar. He said that any person caught in maligning the organization’s name would meet with similar kind of fate. He also reiterated t
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KPLT’s ‘Chairman’, Bidisar Tungjang, forewarned any duplicate members to take heed from the lesson taught to Joysing Senar. He said that any person caught in maligning the organization’s name would meet with similar kind of fate. He also reiterated that people should not quickly jump into conclusion or slam them before corroborating the fact; such reckless condemnation will not be taken by them lightly.
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May - 20 
Nagaland Post reports that a half buried grenade was discovered by some children near Sumi Zumulhu office in Purana Bazar, Dimapur on May 20 evening. Security personnel on patrolling duty along National Highway-29 safely diffused the grenade.
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Nagaland Post reports that a half buried grenade was discovered by some children near Sumi Zumulhu office in Purana Bazar, Dimapur on May 20 evening. Security personnel on patrolling duty along National Highway-29 safely diffused the grenade.
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May - 20 
Nagaland Post reports that the GNLA has again threatened to kill Meghalaya Congress legislator Limison D. Sangma for not complying with their extortion demands, Police said May 20. “We have been informed by the legislator that the GNLA has issued a ‘
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Nagaland Post reports that the GNLA has again threatened to kill Meghalaya Congress legislator Limison D. Sangma for not complying with their extortion demands, Police said May 20. “We have been informed by the legislator that the GNLA has issued a ‘death penalty’ for not complying with their extortion demands,” Mukesh Kumar Singh, the district police chief of West Garo Hills, said. Earlier, Sangma had received a text message in which the GNLA allegedly demanded INR 500000, and if not paid they would kidnap and kill him. Though, the tribal Garo outfit denied sending the text message, Sangma, however, said it was the GNLA which had made the demand.
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May - 20 
Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) functionaries, on May 20, led by ‘town commander -Wokha town’, N. Lotha, paid a surprise ‘visit’ to Wokha District Hospital after ‘receiving’ complaints on several occasions from various
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Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) functionaries, on May 20, led by ‘town commander -Wokha town’, N. Lotha, paid a surprise ‘visit’ to Wokha District Hospital after ‘receiving’ complaints on several occasions from various quarters on the negligence of District Hospital by MS and his supporting staff manning the hospital, reports Nagaland Post on May 25. According to a press release issued by the NSCN-IM Wokha ‘town commander’, N. Lotha said that the pathetic condition of the patients laying helplessly without the presence of the hospital staff spoke volume about the “failure of administrators” in the hospital. Lotha further added, “The lackadaisical attitude of the staff playing with the life of human does not auger well and may invite public outcry if the same pattern of negligence persist when they are to provide 24X7 services”.
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May - 20 
NSCN-KK, on May 20, condemned the ‘gruesome’ hacking to death of three members of a family in Bor-Lengri in Karbi Anglong District on May 16.
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NSCN-KK, on May 20, condemned the ‘gruesome’ hacking to death of three members of a family in Bor-Lengri in Karbi Anglong District on May 16.
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May - 20 
The NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has questioned the GoI for the alleged violation of the Ceasefire Ground Rules on several occasions, reports The Sangai Express. The NSCN-K’s outburst was prompted by the May 18 night incident where the Assam Rifles have re
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The NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has questioned the GoI for the alleged violation of the Ceasefire Ground Rules on several occasions, reports The Sangai Express. The NSCN-K’s outburst was prompted by the May 18 night incident where the Assam Rifles have reportedly raided the house of an NSCN-K leader in Zunheboto District of Nagaland without any reason.
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May - 20 
The Shillong Times reports on May 22 that militants of the United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA) had reportedly ordered the closure of the Darangdura coal mine in Nangalbibra, South Garo Hills on the same day they had masterminded the killing of five
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The Shillong Times reports on May 22 that militants of the United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA) had reportedly ordered the closure of the Darangdura coal mine in Nangalbibra, South Garo Hills on the same day they had masterminded the killing of five labourers on May 20 afternoon. South Garo Hills Police said that the militants came down to the mine in the morning ordering its closure reportedly over ‘extortion demands’ and later returned to commit the cold blooded killings when few laborers were still found present on the mining site. Meanwhile, the five labourers who were shot dead have been identified as Hobibul Ali, Anwar Ali, Mokidur Islam, Rizabul Ali and Motalif. They hailed from Goalpara District of Assam.
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May - 20 
The Shillong Times reports that in a shocking incident relating to militancy and extortion, five coal labourers were reportedly shot dead by armed militants in the afternoon of May 20 in retaliation for the quarry owner’s failure to pay up extortion
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The Shillong Times reports that in a shocking incident relating to militancy and extortion, five coal labourers were reportedly shot dead by armed militants in the afternoon of May 20 in retaliation for the quarry owner’s failure to pay up extortion money on time in Nangalbibra region of South Garo Hills District. The armed group is said to have served demand notes on coal mine owners throughout Nangalbibra region in the month of April and amounts ranging from INR 500000 to INR 10 million has been demanded by the outfit. The militants came to the quarry campus and pushed the labourers to one corner before opening fire on them from their automatic rifles resulting in the death of five workers and injury to many more. The full report on the attack and the number of casualties is expected only by May 21 (today) morning due to the remoteness of the region which has no proper vehicular road and mobile telecommunication network. Meanwhile, primary suspect remains the newly formed United Achik Liberation Army (UALA) headed by one Norrok X Momin. The UALA was formed after Norrok X Momin parted ways with the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) to form the new outfit.
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May - 20 
The Times of India reports that a powerful bomb exploded near the Police commando complex at Pallel area in Manipur's interior Thoubal District in the night of May 20 but there was no casualty, Police said on May 21.
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The Times of India reports that a powerful bomb exploded near the Police commando complex at Pallel area in Manipur's interior Thoubal District in the night of May 20 but there was no casualty, Police said on May 21.
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May - 20 
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has told the Bihar Government that it can use Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) for operations against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), reports The Times of India on May 21.The MHA has spared one batt
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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has told the Bihar Government that it can use Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) for operations against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), reports The Times of India on May 21.The MHA has spared one battalion of SSB to be exclusively used against Maoists. Sources in the State Police headquarters said that one such battalion of SSB is already undergoing training in Assam about the operational tactics while dealing with Maoists as the force is otherwise created entirely to tackle illegal activities on Indo-Nepal border. They further said that that the MHA had recently allocated 10 battalions of SSB for anti-Maoists operations to different states. Of these, five battalions were sent to Chhattisgarh, two each to Jharkhand and Orissa and one to Bihar. The Police headquarters have decided to deploy the one battalion of SSB in the north Bihar districts including East Champaran, Sheohar and Sitamarhi and Bagaha police district once the force returns to the state after training. Sources further said that the two battalions of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), which were earlier closed by the MHA and sent to Chhattisgarh, have again been returned to Bihar. As far the CRPF goes, the Police headquarters, sources mentioned, would deploy additional five companies in Jamui District where already four companies are on the job. That apart two companies would be sent to Munger and one to Lakhisarai. In the central Bihar, three companies of CRPF would be deployed in Gaya, two in Aurangabad and one in Jehanabad besides two in Rohtas and one in Kaimur.
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May - 20 
The United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA) has accused 22 Assam Rifles of abducting two of their cadres by falsely implicating them of kidnapping railway company workers, in cahoots with SK Thadou and group, reports The Sangai Express. Ngambom Singson
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The United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA) has accused 22 Assam Rifles of abducting two of their cadres by falsely implicating them of kidnapping railway company workers, in cahoots with SK Thadou and group, reports The Sangai Express. Ngambom Singson and Hencha alias William were abducted from Kadamtala on May 16 midnight, said a statement signed by one Franklin Singson of UTLA.
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May - 20 
Three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants who had fled from their hideout in Bangladesh along with two civilians, who were abducted on April 1, 2013, have surrendered to the Security Forces (SFs) on May 20 in Dhalai District, report
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Three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants who had fled from their hideout in Bangladesh along with two civilians, who were abducted on April 1, 2013, have surrendered to the Security Forces (SFs) on May 20 in Dhalai District, reports The Sentinel. “Three NLFT (National Liberation Front of Tripura) extremists aged around 30 years to 45 surrendered to the security forces at Gandachara (in northern Tripura) on Monday night. They came to the officials of Assam Rifles and police along with two hostages. The three NLFT militants along with the hostages have fled from their hideout at Myani reserve forest in Chittagong Hill Tracts (in southeast Bangladesh) on Sunday night and crossed the border before surrendering to the security officials,” he said. The militants also surrendered some arms, ammunition and incriminating documents to the SFs at the border village of Gandachara.
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May - 20 
Two convicts in the March 12, 1993 Mumbai (Maharashtra) blasts case, Sharif Dada Parkar and Zaibunissa Kazi surrendered before the special Terrorists and Disruptive Activities Act (TADA) court on May 20 after it issued a Non-Bailable Warrant (NBW) ag
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Two convicts in the March 12, 1993 Mumbai (Maharashtra) blasts case, Sharif Dada Parkar and Zaibunissa Kazi surrendered before the special Terrorists and Disruptive Activities Act (TADA) court on May 20 after it issued a Non-Bailable Warrant (NBW) against them, reports The Hindu. Parkar has been sentenced to life imprisonment for helping and organizing the landing of RDX and arms at Shekhadi in Raigad District (Maharashtra) a few months before the blasts. He was brought directly from a hospital where he was admitted after suffering from cardiac arrest. Though Kazi has claimed innocence, she has been convicted under the Arms Act and the TADA Act and sentenced to five years' jail, adds The New Indian Express.
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May - 20 
A garment factory worker, Mehtab (35), was killed in C-Area of Khokharapar. Police investigators said Mehtab was a supporter of a political party.
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A garment factory worker, Mehtab (35), was killed in C-Area of Khokharapar. Police investigators said Mehtab was a supporter of a political party.
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May - 20 
A member of the bomb disposal squad (BDS) was injured in a roadside bomb explosion in Manzai area of South Waziristan Agency, reports Dawn. The explosion took place when a BDS team was combing the area ahead of the movement of a military convoy.
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A member of the bomb disposal squad (BDS) was injured in a roadside bomb explosion in Manzai area of South Waziristan Agency, reports Dawn. The explosion took place when a BDS team was combing the area ahead of the movement of a military convoy.
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May - 20 
A person was shot dead and another was injured in an attack near Gulbahar Chowrangi.
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A person was shot dead and another was injured in an attack near Gulbahar Chowrangi.
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May - 20 
A person, identified as Yaqoob Ali (33), was shot dead near Denso Hall in Mithadar area.
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A person, identified as Yaqoob Ali (33), was shot dead near Denso Hall in Mithadar area.
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May - 20 
An activist of the STPP, identified as Mohammed Qasim (35), was shot dead near Mosmiyat Chowrangi in Mobina town
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An activist of the STPP, identified as Mohammed Qasim (35), was shot dead near Mosmiyat Chowrangi in Mobina town
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May - 20 
At least six persons, including activists of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and the Sindh Taraqqi Pasand Party (STPP), were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 20, reports The News.
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At least six persons, including activists of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and the Sindh Taraqqi Pasand Party (STPP), were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 20, reports The News. An MQM activist, Mohammed Jamal, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Yaqoobabad area of Orangi town.
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May - 20 
At least two persons, identified as Abdul Razaq Bangulzai and Abdul Raziq Hotizai, were killed by unidentified assailants in Mastung town of same District on May 20, reports Dawn.
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At least two persons, identified as Abdul Razaq Bangulzai and Abdul Raziq Hotizai, were killed by unidentified assailants in Mastung town of same District on May 20, reports Dawn.
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May - 20 
Contrary to the military’s stand on the war against terrorism, Pakistan Muslim League- Nawaz (PML-N) chief Nawaz Sharif considers dialogue with militants as the best option to restore peace in the country, Dawn reported on May 21. “Forty thousand pre
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Contrary to the military’s stand on the war against terrorism, Pakistan Muslim League- Nawaz (PML-N) chief Nawaz Sharif considers dialogue with militants as the best option to restore peace in the country, Dawn reported on May 21. “Forty thousand precious lives have so far been lost and the national economy is suffering a loss of billions of dollars (in the war against terrorism). Why should not (we) sit for a dialogue to restore peace,” the chief executive of the incoming government told his party’s legislators-elect at a ceremony in Lahore on May 20. “Is it a bad option?” he asked and then answered himself: “It is the best available option.” He said gun was not a solution to any problem, adding that the Taliban’s offer for dialogue should be taken seriously. Every option should be explored to bring an end to the ongoing carnage in Karachi and tribal areas, he suggested.
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May - 20 
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has expressed alarm over escalating confrontation and violence in Karachi and appealed all sides to act in a rational manner and focus on resolving the litany of challenges facing the country, reports The Ne
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Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has expressed alarm over escalating confrontation and violence in Karachi and appealed all sides to act in a rational manner and focus on resolving the litany of challenges facing the country, reports The News. In a statement issued, the Commission said the HRCP was appalled by the spike in tensions in Karachi and the murder of a senior politician belonging to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). We reiterate the hope that many matters that emerge out of elections will be resolved rationally and in a non-violent manner and without flaring up emotions.
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May - 20 
Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants torched houses of several peace activists and pro-Government elders in Tirah valley of Khyber Agency.
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Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants torched houses of several peace activists and pro-Government elders in Tirah valley of Khyber Agency.
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May - 20 
One Levies personnel was killed when an anti-polio vaccination team was fired upon by unidentified persons in Mamond tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 20, report Daily Times. The gunmen manage
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One Levies personnel was killed when an anti-polio vaccination team was fired upon by unidentified persons in Mamond tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 20, report Daily Times. The gunmen managed to escape after the attack. The anti-polio vaccination team members remained safe.
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May - 20 
Sindh provincial leader of Awami National Party (ANP) survived a grenade attack outside his residence in Landhi area, reports Daily Times. Police said that unidentified assailants on a motorcycle threw a grenade at the house of ANP leader Siraj Khan
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Sindh provincial leader of Awami National Party (ANP) survived a grenade attack outside his residence in Landhi area, reports Daily Times. Police said that unidentified assailants on a motorcycle threw a grenade at the house of ANP leader Siraj Khan alias Lala near Mehran Highway in Landhi’s Sherpao Colony.
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May - 20 
The owner of a cell phone shop, Junaid, was killed by unidentified assailants in Paposh Nagar.
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The owner of a cell phone shop, Junaid, was killed by unidentified assailants in Paposh Nagar.
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May - 20 
Two Policemen arrested for allegedly having links with a militants outfit. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Fayyaz Ahmed Sumbal said that Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Yahya and Constable Mohammad Karim had been taken into custody a few days ago and th
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Two Policemen arrested for allegedly having links with a militants outfit. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Fayyaz Ahmed Sumbal said that Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Yahya and Constable Mohammad Karim had been taken into custody a few days ago and they had confessed to having links with the militants outfit. He said the arrested Policemen had also confessed that they had passed on information to members of the outlawed organisation and provided weapons and shelter to them and helped them in carrying out sectarian attacks.
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May - 20 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a worker of peace committee Saifur Rehman near Tablighi mosque in Tank town of same District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on May 20, reports Dawn. Relative Muntazir told Police here that he was walking with Saifur Rehman ne
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a worker of peace committee Saifur Rehman near Tablighi mosque in Tank town of same District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on May 20, reports Dawn. Relative Muntazir told Police here that he was walking with Saifur Rehman near Tablighi mosque when two gunmen riding a motorcycle opened fire on him. Rehman was an active member of the peace committee formed by pro-government tribal elder Malik Turkistan Bhittani against militant commander Baitullah Mehsud.
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May - 20 
A day after the coordinator of the High-level Political Committee (HLPC), Jhala Nath Khanal, held talks with the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist Baidya) leaders, the CPN-Maoist on May 20 said it would not contest Constitu
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A day after the coordinator of the High-level Political Committee (HLPC), Jhala Nath Khanal, held talks with the Mohan Baidya-led Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-Maoist Baidya) leaders, the CPN-Maoist on May 20 said it would not contest Constituent Assembly (CA) elections in the status quo, reports Kantipuronline. Leaders of the CPN-Maoist have, however, said the party may contest the polls if the Chief Justice-led government steps down and paves way for a partisan election government. The stance from the Mohan Baidya-led party follows efforts being made by the four major political forces to bring poll-opposing parties on board before the announcement of the election date. “This government is formed as per the interests of foreign forces, hence, a new partisan government should be formed if fresh elections are to be held,” said CPN-Maoist Politburo member Haribhakta Kandel. “We will boycott the elections and disrupt poll activities if the elections are declared without addressing our demands.”
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May - 20 
Two activists of Pahari Chhatra Parishad (PCP), an organisation affiliated to United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF), sustained bullet injuries in an attack by an unidentified gang in Dudukchhara area under Panchhari upazila (sub-District) of the Di
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Two activists of Pahari Chhatra Parishad (PCP), an organisation affiliated to United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF), sustained bullet injuries in an attack by an unidentified gang in Dudukchhara area under Panchhari upazila (sub-District) of the District on May 20, reports Daily Star. The injured were identified as Anurag Chakma, (27) and Samesh Chakma, (20). PCP has blamed the armed cadres of Santu Larma faction of Parbatya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) for the gun attack on its activists.
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May - 20 
Commenting on an article in Udayan newspaper, Dharmapuram Citizen Committee Chairman Wanni Murugesu claimed that the newspaper never spoke of conditions during the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), Daily News reported on May 20. He stated, “Th
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Commenting on an article in Udayan newspaper, Dharmapuram Citizen Committee Chairman Wanni Murugesu claimed that the newspaper never spoke of conditions during the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), Daily News reported on May 20. He stated, “The Udayan is now talking about three conditions for holding the Northern Provincial Council Election, while conveniently forgetting the past. They must remember that President Mahinda Rajapaksa is the person who eradicated the terrorism in Sri Lanka through a humanitarian operation and created a peaceful country. The Udayan states that the Northern Province Governor should be a civilian. Whether civilian or not is irrelevant. The only thing that matters is the person who is appointed should work with dedication for the public in boosting Northern development. Such baseless statements made to overcome the narrow minded political objectives are subject to the aversion of the Tamil people in the Northern Province.” The Udayan newspaper recently commenting on conditions related to the Northern Provincial Councils election in its editorial states that holding the Northern Provincial Council Election is not conducive, Colombo Page reported on May 20. It said that the government should establish Independent Commissions before holding an election in the Northern Province. The newspaper calls for the appointment of a Governor before the election and Commonwealth observers be deployed to monitor the election. The newspaper stressed that the authorities should follow the above conditions in order for a free and fair election to be held.
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May - 20 
The United States (US) said in a report that Sri Lankan Government generally respected religious freedom in 2012 although in some instances, local authorities were not effective in responding to attacks on members of minority religious groups, report
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The United States (US) said in a report that Sri Lankan Government generally respected religious freedom in 2012 although in some instances, local authorities were not effective in responding to attacks on members of minority religious groups, reports Colombo Page. The International Religious Freedom Report for 2012 released on May 20 by the US Department of State said the Constitution and other laws and policies protect religious freedom but there were reports of societal abuses and discrimination based on religious affiliation, belief, or practice. Attacks on Christian churches by Buddhists and some societal tension due to ongoing allegations of forced or "unethical" conversions continued, but according to the report number of such attacks was fewer than in previous years and also less in scale. However, intolerance of and discrimination against Muslims by some Buddhists increased during the year, the report noted. The US Embassy officials in Sri Lanka have expressed US government's concerns about religious freedom, particularly attacks on churches, to the Sri Lankan government leaders and urged them to arrest and prosecute the perpetrators.
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May - 21 
A shutdown called by separatists affected life in Srinagar on May 21, although the authorities did not impose any restrictions in the city, reported The Times of India. The shutdown was called to commemorate the death anniversaries of two senior sepa
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A shutdown called by separatists affected life in Srinagar on May 21, although the authorities did not impose any restrictions in the city, reported The Times of India. The shutdown was called to commemorate the death anniversaries of two senior separatist leaders - Mirwaiz Muhammad Farooq and Abdul Gani Lone. While Mirwaiz Muhammad Farooq was killed on May 21, 1990, inside his uptown Nigeen residence by unidentified gunmen, Lone was killed during a separatist rally on May 21, 2002, at the Eidgah grounds of old Srinagar city.
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May - 21 
After the India-US Homeland Security Dialogue in Washington, a joint communique said the two countries have agreed to enhance bilateral co-operation to combat terror financing and currency counterfeiting, Business Standard reports on May 22. Accordin
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After the India-US Homeland Security Dialogue in Washington, a joint communique said the two countries have agreed to enhance bilateral co-operation to combat terror financing and currency counterfeiting, Business Standard reports on May 22. According to an official Indian statement, "Shinde and Holder agreed that the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Department of Justice should work together institutionally, so as to ensure the best possible outcomes within the laws of the two countries, to address pending issues relating to extradition, execution of Letters Rogatory and Red Corner Notices, as well as other areas of cooperation in law enforcement, counter terrorism and judicial processes”, adds Economic Times. In a statement after the conclusion of the talks, US Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano and Indian Union Minister of Home Affairs, Sushil Kumar Shinde, reaffirmed the commitment to, and importance of, bilateral homeland security cooperation between the United States and India on common challenges faced such as Terrorism, and countering violent extremism. Both leaders expressed satisfaction with progress made and endorsed areas of further engagement in each of the Homeland Security Dialogue Sub-Groups, namely: (a) Megacities Policing; (b) Combating Illicit Finance, Bulk Cash Smuggling, and Counterfeiting; (c) Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection; (d) Port, Border, Maritime, Transportation and Supply Chain Security; (e) Science and Technology Cooperation; and (f) Capacity Building. In advancing the goals of these subgroups, the United States and India endeavour to enhance cyber security and critical infrastructure protection engagement; hold a series of training courses on countering illicit financing through DHS's Cross Border Financial Investigations Training Program; organize a conference on the best practices and lessons learned in the context of megacities policing within the next year; and to identify areas in which US and India can work together on science and technology development and its application in the homeland security context.
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May - 21 
Army on May 21 pushed back a ‘youth’, from the Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), when he entered the Indian territory of Dilli, along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Mendhar sector of Poonch District, reports Business Standard. Mohmmad Rasheed, who h
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Army on May 21 pushed back a ‘youth’, from the Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), when he entered the Indian territory of Dilli, along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Mendhar sector of Poonch District, reports Business Standard. Mohmmad Rasheed, who had infiltrated into the Indian side, was intercepted by the Army troops and was later pushed back to PoK, an unnamed Defence spokesman said. He is believed to be a Kashmiri youth, who wanted to come back to Jammu and Kashmir under the militant rehabilitation policy of the Government. On July 23, 2012, three militants owing allegiance to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were among the six persons pushed back by the Army soon after their infiltration along the LoC in Poonch District.
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May - 21 
Bodoland People’s Progressive Front (BPPF) on May 21 urged the Central Government to hold peace talks with all the factions of the NDFB on the issue of their long standing demand for creation of separate state of Bodoland by creating a congenial atmo
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Bodoland People’s Progressive Front (BPPF) on May 21 urged the Central Government to hold peace talks with all the factions of the NDFB on the issue of their long standing demand for creation of separate state of Bodoland by creating a congenial atmosphere in the region, reports The Sentinel. BPPF expressed concern over the rise in incidents of extortion and threats to people by militant groups along the India-Bhutan border areas in Kokrajhar and Chirang Districts adds The Telegraph. “People are even asked to leave the area if they are unable to pay the extortion amount. It is a matter of great concern. The government should take appropriate steps against the militant groups,” he said.
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May - 21 
Categorically dismissing accusation by the Robert Singson’s Faction of United Trbal Liberation Army (UTLA) about two of their cadres abducted by troops of 22 Assam Rifles and torturing them by use of electric current during interrogation on May 16, a
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Categorically dismissing accusation by the Robert Singson’s Faction of United Trbal Liberation Army (UTLA) about two of their cadres abducted by troops of 22 Assam Rifles and torturing them by use of electric current during interrogation on May 16, a Public Relation Officer, Inspector General Assam Rifles-South release, termed the allegations as completely incorrect and baseless, reports The Sangai Express.
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May - 21 
Chief Secretary WMS Pariat said that militants operating in Meghalaya are not terrorists but extortionists and should not be glorified. He was speaking at a function organised to observe the Anti-Terrorism Day in the Main Secretariat premises on May
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Chief Secretary WMS Pariat said that militants operating in Meghalaya are not terrorists but extortionists and should not be glorified. He was speaking at a function organised to observe the Anti-Terrorism Day in the Main Secretariat premises on May 21.
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May - 21 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has managed to create a base in six Districts of the State with at least 150 fresh followers, reports Times of India on May 21. "The char areas of Dhubri District bordering West Bengal and forest areas are
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has managed to create a base in six Districts of the State with at least 150 fresh followers, reports Times of India on May 21. "The char areas of Dhubri District bordering West Bengal and forest areas are the new targets of Red rebels [CPI-Maoist]. The Maoists are also spreading tentacles in Goalpara, Bongaigaon, Silchar (Cachar), Karimganj and Kamrup (rural) Districts too. They have created a fresh support base of at least 150 cadres in these districts," said Inspector-General of Police-Central Western Range (IGP-CWR) L R Bishnoi. "Naskar and Kabita [recently arrested from the State] have already succeeded in forming district committees in these districts. Once the support base is created, they were planning to send some of them to Jharkhand for further training under the guidance of Chandrashekhar Das, a veteran Maoist leader," added an official of State Police.
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May - 21 
India has sought access from the US to the November 26, 2008 (26/11) Mumbai (Maharashtra) terror attacks convict David Coleman Headley and his accomplice Tahawwur Rana, Economic Times reports on May 22. Officials said the issue was raised by Indian U
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India has sought access from the US to the November 26, 2008 (26/11) Mumbai (Maharashtra) terror attacks convict David Coleman Headley and his accomplice Tahawwur Rana, Economic Times reports on May 22. Officials said the issue was raised by Indian Union Minister of Home Affairs, Sushil Kumar Shinde, during his meeting with US Attorney General Eric Holder in US.
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May - 21 
Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) conducted a search operation at Heirok Thockchom Leikai in Thoubal District and arrested a People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, identified as Laishram Amuchou Singh (41), on May 21
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Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) conducted a search operation at Heirok Thockchom Leikai in Thoubal District and arrested a People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, identified as Laishram Amuchou Singh (41), on May 21. He revealed that the Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion on May 5 at Wangjing Purana Heitupokpi against the SFs was carried out by him in collusion with one Naocha.
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May - 21 
Nagaland Post reports that (NSCN-K) has expelled two of its ‘Naga army officers’ for their anti-party activities and for straying away from “party discipline.” In a statement, NSCN-K, Ministry of Information and Publicity (MIP) said the two – ‘lieute
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Nagaland Post reports that (NSCN-K) has expelled two of its ‘Naga army officers’ for their anti-party activities and for straying away from “party discipline.” In a statement, NSCN-K, Ministry of Information and Publicity (MIP) said the two – ‘lieutenant colonel’ Isaac Sumi and ‘major’ Suvelo have been expelled with effect from May 21. According to MIP, Isaac Sumi has been “found guilty of creating confusion and mistrust among the national workers” which the MIP said was against the party discipline under “article 3 of section C”. NSCN-K statement said Isaac was also “found guilty of tarnishing party image, illegally collecting taxes in the name of the party without proper authorization.” Meanwhile, Suvelo was found guilty of “conniving against the party and trying to deliberately defect to Khole/Kitovi group”, said MIP.
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May - 21 
People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI) cadres hit nearly 6 persons with batons during a marriage ceremony in Gumla District of Jharkhand, after which a woman belonging to a local administrative body succumbed to her injuries, while Police remained
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People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI) cadres hit nearly 6 persons with batons during a marriage ceremony in Gumla District of Jharkhand, after which a woman belonging to a local administrative body succumbed to her injuries, while Police remained tight-lipped on the issue, reports ANI on May 21. PLFI is a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist).
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May - 21 
Potluri Kranti alias Bhavani, a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre who is wanted in several cases of attacks on Government properties and Police personnel in Odisha, was reportedly arrested at her residence in Guntur District on May 2
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Potluri Kranti alias Bhavani, a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre who is wanted in several cases of attacks on Government properties and Police personnel in Odisha, was reportedly arrested at her residence in Guntur District on May 21 by a team of Police which came from Malkangiri District of Odisha, reports The Hindu. She has a total 18 cases and was acquitted in all but one of them. Bhavani was recently released from the Central Jail in Visakhapatnam and has since been staying in Guntur. The local Police were tight-lipped about the arrest.
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May - 21 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a militant belonging to the I K Songbijit faction National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), Mandish Daimary, from Mainaguli in Sonitpur District on May 21, reports The Telegraph.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a militant belonging to the I K Songbijit faction National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), Mandish Daimary, from Mainaguli in Sonitpur District on May 21, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 21 
Security Forces (SFs) on May 21 arrested two suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants, Bailo Basumatary (32) and Anil Boro (30), from a guesthouse at Jatia in Kamrup (metro) District, reports The Sentinel. Police said two .9mm
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 21 arrested two suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants, Bailo Basumatary (32) and Anil Boro (30), from a guesthouse at Jatia in Kamrup (metro) District, reports The Sentinel. Police said two .9mm pistols and 12 rounds of live ammunition were recovered from them. A case has been registered in Dispur Police Station and an investigation was on.
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May - 21 
Some radical Sikh leaders, led by Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) President Simranjit Singh Mann, on May 21 raised the Khalistan (separate Sikh homeland) demand at a meeting, according to The Times of India. Mann said he "still supports the Khalistan
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Some radical Sikh leaders, led by Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) President Simranjit Singh Mann, on May 21 raised the Khalistan (separate Sikh homeland) demand at a meeting, according to The Times of India. Mann said he "still supports the Khalistan movement and the Sikh community abroad also favours it."
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State Government representatives, including Principal Secretary (Home), Suresh Babu, and the Union Joint Secretary in charge of the North East, Shambhu Singh, held a series of talks with representatives of the Lamphel faction of Kangleipak Communist
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State Government representatives, including Principal Secretary (Home), Suresh Babu, and the Union Joint Secretary in charge of the North East, Shambhu Singh, held a series of talks with representatives of the Lamphel faction of Kangleipak Communist party (KCP-Lamphel), Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup-Military Defense Force (KYKL-MDF) and the URF at the former's office on May 21 and May 22.
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May - 21 
The Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) has sought a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the alleged creation of ANVC-B with the ‘blessings of the Meghalaya Government and the State Police’. The political secretary of GNLA, Bikdot Nik
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The Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) has sought a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the alleged creation of ANVC-B with the ‘blessings of the Meghalaya Government and the State Police’. The political secretary of GNLA, Bikdot Nikjang, on May 21, said that with the UALA ‘commander-in-chief’ Singbirth Marak alias Norrok X Momin revealing that the Police and the Meghalaya Government provided arms to ANVC-B to take on the GNLA, the Government should order a high level probe into the incident. “It has now come to the fore that the ANVC (B) was the creation of some politicians from Garo Hills, who are at the helm of affairs, and the Police to eliminate GNLA,” the political secretary of GNLA claimed. The UALA chief recently made a statement to the media that he was witness to the handing over of three sophisticated weapons to ANVC-B by Meghalaya Police with the blessings of the Meghalaya Government in East Garo Hills District several months ago to take on the GNLA outfit.
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May - 21 
The local crime branch (LCB) of Vapi Police arrested two persons, identified as Rajendra Mishra and Khimji Radheyshyam Tiwari with Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with a face value of INR 10000 on May 21, from Imran Nagar in Vapi town (Valsad Distri
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The local crime branch (LCB) of Vapi Police arrested two persons, identified as Rajendra Mishra and Khimji Radheyshyam Tiwari with Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with a face value of INR 10000 on May 21, from Imran Nagar in Vapi town (Valsad District) reports The Times of India.
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May - 21 
Former Advocate General Balochistan Salahuddin Mengal was recovered in Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports The Express Tribune. Mengal was abducted from Saryab Road on April 4, 2013. According to Quetta Police, he
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Former Advocate General Balochistan Salahuddin Mengal was recovered in Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports The Express Tribune. Mengal was abducted from Saryab Road on April 4, 2013. According to Quetta Police, he was abducted by unknown assailants while he was on his way home from the Balochistan High Court.
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May - 21 
Frontier Corps (FC) and Balochistan Police on September 21 arrested 16 suspected militants during a search operation in Gwadar District and recovered three vehicles and five motorbikes from their possession, reports Daily Times.
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Frontier Corps (FC) and Balochistan Police on September 21 arrested 16 suspected militants during a search operation in Gwadar District and recovered three vehicles and five motorbikes from their possession, reports Daily Times.
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May - 21 
In the Batkhela area of Dargai, unidentified assailants shot dead a prayer leader. Sources said that the assailants entered the mosque in Dargai in the night and opened fire on its prayer leader Habibullah (33), killing him on the spot.
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In the Batkhela area of Dargai, unidentified assailants shot dead a prayer leader. Sources said that the assailants entered the mosque in Dargai in the night and opened fire on its prayer leader Habibullah (33), killing him on the spot.
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May - 21 
Militants on May 21 attacked a polio team and destroyed vaccines during an immunisation campaign in Darra Adamkhel area of Kohat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports Dawn. Local officials said armed men thrashed health workers at Manikhel village
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Militants on May 21 attacked a polio team and destroyed vaccines during an immunisation campaign in Darra Adamkhel area of Kohat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports Dawn. Local officials said armed men thrashed health workers at Manikhel village of Darra Adamkhel and warned them against vaccinating children against polio in the area. Senior local official Farooq said such incidents had happened in some no-go areas of Darra Adamkhel, including Tor Chapper, Bostikhel, Mazidkhel and adjoining villages. He said Manikhel was among no-go areas but the administration with the support of local tribal elders ran the immunisation campaign in the area.
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May - 21 
Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf nominee for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Ministers slot Pervez Khattak on May 21 said the next Provincial Government to be led by his party had the capability to curb lawlessness and put the province on path of development, repor
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Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf nominee for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Ministers slot Pervez Khattak on May 21 said the next Provincial Government to be led by his party had the capability to curb lawlessness and put the province on path of development, reports Dawn. He was speaking during a meeting here at the Officers’ Mess, where independent MPA-elect Imran Khan Mohmand announced to join PTI. Mr Khattak told participants that PTI had formulated a doable plan to for durable peace in the province.
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May - 21 
PTI has sought the help of an elderly pro-Taliban cleric to initiate peace talks with the militants, a party leader Shaukat Yusufzai said, reports Daily Times. PTI approached Samiul Haq, nicknamed the “Father of the Taliban”, after emerging from elec
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PTI has sought the help of an elderly pro-Taliban cleric to initiate peace talks with the militants, a party leader Shaukat Yusufzai said, reports Daily Times. PTI approached Samiul Haq, nicknamed the “Father of the Taliban”, after emerging from elections as the largest party in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. “We will talk to all stakeholders for establishment of peace in our province, meeting with Maulana Samiul Haq was a part of that,” Shaukat Yusufzai told AFP. Samiul Haq is chief of his own faction of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-S) and runs a madrassa that educated several Taliban leaders. Yusufzai said a PTI delegation led by Pervez Khattak, the incoming Provincial Chief Minister, met Samiul Haq on May 20. Hamidul Haq, the cleric’s son and a former MP, confirmed to AFP that PTI leaders came to seek support.
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May - 21 
Security Forces (SFs) on May 21 foiled a terrorism bid by seizing an explosives-laden vehicle, and arrested an accused in Saranan area of Pishin District, reports Daily Times.
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 21 foiled a terrorism bid by seizing an explosives-laden vehicle, and arrested an accused in Saranan area of Pishin District, reports Daily Times.
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May - 21 
The United States (US) drone strikes in Pakistan have a “minimal” impact on militants’ recruitment; a Brussels-based think tank International Crisis Group (ICG) report said on May 21, reports The Express Tribune. ICG report added however the missile
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The United States (US) drone strikes in Pakistan have a “minimal” impact on militants’ recruitment; a Brussels-based think tank International Crisis Group (ICG) report said on May 21, reports The Express Tribune. ICG report added however the missile strikes in Pakistan’s tribal areas were not a long-term solution to militancy and urged Washington to be more open about the clandestine campaign. Washington regards the drone campaign, which has killed up to 3,587 people since 2004 according to the Britain’s Bureau of Investigative Journalism, as a valuable tool in the fight against Taliban and al Qaeda. “The actual benefit to extremist groups, including in terms of recruitment, appears, however, minimal,” the report said. The “Drones: Myths and Reality in Pakistan” paper said the main causes of militancy in the seven tribal districts along the Afghanistan border were domestic. “These include the absence of the state and insecurity due to the resulting political, legal and economic vacuum and the military’s support of, provision of sanctuaries to, and peace deals with militant groups,” it said.
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May - 21 
Two security personnel were killed and four others injured when unidentified militants blew up an electricity tower in Dargai area of South Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 21, reports Dawn. According to politic
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Two security personnel were killed and four others injured when unidentified militants blew up an electricity tower in Dargai area of South Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 21, reports Dawn. According to political administration officials, militants had planted improvised explosive devices (IED) near a tower of high intensity electricity line in Dargai area and blew it up early on May 21-morning. The security personnel from a nearby check-post rushed to the site following the blast and when they reached there, another blast occurred, leaving two personnel dead and four others injured.
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May - 21 
Chairman of the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist-Baidya (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) Mohan Baidya said on May 21 that if the demands put forth by his party goes unaddressed then it will through the strength of a nationwide movement create the basis to write th
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Chairman of the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist-Baidya (CPN-Maoist-Baidya) Mohan Baidya said on May 21 that if the demands put forth by his party goes unaddressed then it will through the strength of a nationwide movement create the basis to write the new constitution “from the streets itself”, reports Nepal News. Inaugurating a play titled ‘Uni Mareka Chainan’ which was produced in memory of martyr Krishna Sen, he said the country won’t get a way out of the present mess it is in until the current Khil Raj Regmi Government is pulled down and political parties appoint a new prime minister by holding a round table meeting.
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May - 21 
Sadbhawana Party chairman Rajendra Mahato launched fast-unto-death at Shanti Batika in Ratna Park, Kathmandu. Mahato told reporters that he was 'forced' to stage indefinite hunger strike as the Government did not pay attention to the demands made by
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Sadbhawana Party chairman Rajendra Mahato launched fast-unto-death at Shanti Batika in Ratna Park, Kathmandu. Mahato told reporters that he was 'forced' to stage indefinite hunger strike as the Government did not pay attention to the demands made by his party, which include immediate announcement of the election date and formation of a commission to delimit the election constituencies.
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May - 21 
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) led 18-party alliance patronised the Hefajat-e Islam (HeI)’s May 5 rally at Motijheel’s Shapla Chattar with the aim of toppling the Awami league Government, reports Daily Star. The arrested
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The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) led 18-party alliance patronised the Hefajat-e Islam (HeI)’s May 5 rally at Motijheel’s Shapla Chattar with the aim of toppling the Awami league Government, reports Daily Star. The arrested ‘secretary general’ of HeI, Junaid Babunagari (62), revealed this in his confessional statement to Metropolitan Magistrate Harun-ur Rashid of Dhaka. “I came to know from our volunteers assigned at the rally that apart from some of our activists, Jamaat-Shibir men as well as some members of the Chhatra Dal and Jubo Dal, having no beards, were on the rampage and were looting in Motijheel, Paltan and Baitul Mukarram areas,” a source, who had access to the statement, quoted Babunagari as saying. “At one point, information came that those unruly people were torching book shops and the Quran Shareef. We got nervous at hearing such news,” Babunagari was quoted as saying. He also said that rowdy elements had engaged in vandalism, arson, exploding bombs, looting and attacking Police.
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May - 21 
The United States (US) Government in a recent report came down hard on Bangladesh for attacks on the religious minorities, reports Daily Star. The report, however, stated that the trend in government’s respect for religious freedom did not change sig
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The United States (US) Government in a recent report came down hard on Bangladesh for attacks on the religious minorities, reports Daily Star. The report, however, stated that the trend in government’s respect for religious freedom did not change significantly in 2012. It generally respected religious freedom in Bangladesh. The US State Department, in its International Religious Freedom Report for 2012 released in Washington DC on Monday, said there were reports of societal abuses and discrimination based on religious affiliation, belief, or practice. According to the report, there were scattered attacks on the members of religious and ethnic minorities, most notably against the Buddhists in Ramu in September and October 2012. “Most attacks consisted of arson and looting of religious sites and homes. Because many members of minority religious groups also had low economic and social status, they were often seen as having little political recourse,” the report added. It said members of Hindu, Christian, Buddhist, and Ahmadiyya Muslim minority groups had experienced harassment and sometimes violence from the Sunni Muslim majority population.
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May - 22 
A People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), cadre who was allegedly involved in the killing of a journalist, Jitendra Singh (April 27, 2013), was killed during an encounter with Pol
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A People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), cadre who was allegedly involved in the killing of a journalist, Jitendra Singh (April 27, 2013), was killed during an encounter with Police in Khunti District, on May 22, reports PTI. District Superintendent of Police (SP) M Tamilvananan said, “The PLFI ultra was killed during the encounter at Syankel under Murhu Police Station”.
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May - 22 
Another round of meeting was also held with the United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) separately on May 22 and it was agreed that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) would be signed on May 24 between the outfit and the Government.
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Another round of meeting was also held with the United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) separately on May 22 and it was agreed that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) would be signed on May 24 between the outfit and the Government.
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May - 22 
Apparently referring to Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh's comment at the national Anti-Terrorism Day observance on May 21 that linked insurgency movement in Manipur to acts of terrorism, the United Revolutionary Front (URF), contended that ongoing armed
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Apparently referring to Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh's comment at the national Anti-Terrorism Day observance on May 21 that linked insurgency movement in Manipur to acts of terrorism, the United Revolutionary Front (URF), contended that ongoing armed campaign for ‘restoration’ of Manipur's sovereignty cannot be compared to terrorist activities, reports The Sangai Express.
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May - 22 
Chief Minister (CM) Omar Abdullah on May 22 reiterated that Army was the biggest hurdle in the withdrawal of Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from the State and he would be taking up the issue with the Prime Minister and Home Minister in an
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Chief Minister (CM) Omar Abdullah on May 22 reiterated that Army was the biggest hurdle in the withdrawal of Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from the State and he would be taking up the issue with the Prime Minister and Home Minister in an internal security meeting scheduled on June 5, Kashmir Times reported. On May 20, the CM had expressed hope of finding a “common meeting ground” with the Army on the issue.
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May - 22 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres hanged a villager, identified as Guddi Murma, to death in a Jan Adalat (Kangaroo Court), while mercilessly assaulting two others, suspecting them of being Police informers, in Edkapalli Murkinar vil
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres hanged a villager, identified as Guddi Murma, to death in a Jan Adalat (Kangaroo Court), while mercilessly assaulting two others, suspecting them of being Police informers, in Edkapalli Murkinar village under Bedre Police Station area of Bijapur District, on May 22, reports The Pioneer. Around 50 to 60 Maoist cadres wearing Naxal [Left Wing Extremist (LWE)] dress attacked the village and took the three out of their houses at gun point to a place outside the village where they had already organised a Jan Adalat. In the Jan Adalat, they first assault the three mercilessly accusing them of being Police informer and then hanged Murma.
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May - 22 
Investigations and interrogation by Delhi Police showed that arrested bookies revealed the match fixing and cricket betting chain originates in Pakistan, and often via London and Dubai, reaches Indian cities, The Times of India reports on May 23. A s
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Investigations and interrogation by Delhi Police showed that arrested bookies revealed the match fixing and cricket betting chain originates in Pakistan, and often via London and Dubai, reaches Indian cities, The Times of India reports on May 23. A source says Dawood Ibrahim coordinates the spot-fixing mafia from Pakistan and directs one of his trusted men in London. This operative allegedly runs a website - betfair.com. Sources claim Dawood directly stays in touch with Tiger Memon (who travels between Pakistan and Dubai) and manages the fixing syndicate. For Indian Premier League (IPL), sources say, one Arif Anees is the main Dubai contact.
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May - 22 
Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) conducted a search operation at Inganglok Tera Makhong area of Heirok Part III in Thoubal District and arrested two bomb experts of the Revolutionary Peoples Front/Peoples Liberation Army (RPF/PLA) on M
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Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) conducted a search operation at Inganglok Tera Makhong area of Heirok Part III in Thoubal District and arrested two bomb experts of the Revolutionary Peoples Front/Peoples Liberation Army (RPF/PLA) on May 22. It identified the two as Nongmaithem Naocha Singh (27) and Laishram Kiran Meitei (22). Items recovered during the operation include one 9mm pistol with three live rounds loaded in the magazine, four cakes of explosive materials, one Remote Control Device, two module booster concealed with Red & black tape, four electronic detonator and a motorcycle bike. On questioning, Nongmaithem Naocha disclosed that the Improvised Explosive Device (lED) attack which took place on May 15, 2013, at Wangjing Purana Heitupokpi against the regular foot patrol party of Border Security Force’s (BSF) 116th Battalion was carried out by him in association with Laishram Kiran Meitei and one Laishram Amuchou Singh. Nongmaithem further disclosed that one lED weighing about seven kilograms fitted with one RPG mortar shell was also planted by him and his associates at Wangjing Purana Heitupokpi area near the site of blast. Following this disclosure, one lED which was more than one square feet in dimension and one RPG Shell fitted together were recovered by the SFs. Nongmeithem also revealed that he joined the outfit in last part of April 2013 along with his associate Laishram Kiran Meitei, through one Sangcha alias Oja of PLA. After joining the PLA, he along with his associate went to Tamu in Myanmar and received training in lED and explosives in the early part of May 2013, he revealed.
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May - 22 
Khole-Kitovi faction of NSCN (NSCN-KK) militants opened fire and injured a villager at New Socünoma village in Dimapur District on May 22. New Socünoma Youth Association (NSYA) president Rovi Zhunyu and New Socünoma Students Union (NSSU) president Vi
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Khole-Kitovi faction of NSCN (NSCN-KK) militants opened fire and injured a villager at New Socünoma village in Dimapur District on May 22. New Socünoma Youth Association (NSYA) president Rovi Zhunyu and New Socünoma Students Union (NSSU) president Visietsolie Vupru have appealed to the authorities of the “NSCN (Unification)”/GPRN/NSCN (Khole-Kitovi) to ‘deliver justice’ “without delay or default”.
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Peace talks with three insurgent groups [(United Revolutionary Front (URF), Lamphel group of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-Lamphel) and Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup-Military Defense Force (KYKL-MDF)] that had signed separate tripartite Memorandum of Und
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Peace talks with three insurgent groups [(United Revolutionary Front (URF), Lamphel group of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-Lamphel) and Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup-Military Defense Force (KYKL-MDF)] that had signed separate tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Centre and State Government has commenced, an official source said on May 23, hinting that another MoU for peace process with United People’s Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) was likely to ink on May 24 (today), reports Nagaland Post. The three militant groups had on February 14, 2012, entered into separate MoUs for peace dialogue with Government of India and Government of Manipur. The first round of peace talks was held on May 22. The three groups have submitted their demands from the Government during the talks, the source said, adding officials of both Centre and State Government have hinted of granting their demands.
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May - 22 
Police investigating Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) activities in the State have claimed that Siraj Rabha, the arrested ‘training instructor’ of CPI-Maoist, is a landmine expert who is wanted by Police in Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. “We
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Police investigating Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) activities in the State have claimed that Siraj Rabha, the arrested ‘training instructor’ of CPI-Maoist, is a landmine expert who is wanted by Police in Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. “We had information that landmine expert Dipesh was in Assam, but initially Siraj did not admit that he is Dipesh. But when intelligence branch sleuths from Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand came up with his photograph, he confessed that he is the landmine expert Dipesh,” a source said. Rabha was arrested on April 26, 2013.
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May - 22 
Police on May 22 arrested six persons, identified as Bandaru Edukondalu, Jangam Srinivasa Rao, Lakshmaiah, Shaik Basha, Silaruddin and Shaik Khayyum along with Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with a face value of INR 136,000 in Macherla area of Gunt
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Police on May 22 arrested six persons, identified as Bandaru Edukondalu, Jangam Srinivasa Rao, Lakshmaiah, Shaik Basha, Silaruddin and Shaik Khayyum along with Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with a face value of INR 136,000 in Macherla area of Guntur District, reports The Times of India. The Police also seized a computer, scanner and printer from the house of the kingpin of the gang, Bandaru Edukondalu, in the town.
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May - 22 
SFs revealed that arrested militant of the I. K. Songbijit faction of the NDFB (NDFB-IKS), Mandish Daimary is a key accused in the Adilur Rahman murder case, reports The Telegraph. NDFB-IKS militant, Mandish Daimary was arrested on May 21, 2013, when
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SFs revealed that arrested militant of the I. K. Songbijit faction of the NDFB (NDFB-IKS), Mandish Daimary is a key accused in the Adilur Rahman murder case, reports The Telegraph. NDFB-IKS militant, Mandish Daimary was arrested on May 21, 2013, when he went to collect INR 25,000 as extortion money from a businessman. According to the Police, he acted as the NDFB-IKS’s ‘collection in-charge’ in Sonitpur District. Sonitpur Superintendent of Police (SP), Arabinda Kalita, said this was the first time a cadre of the Songbijit faction had been arrested in the District. Adilur Rehman, a tea planter, was killed by NDFB-IKS militants on November 13, 2012.
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May - 22 
The Deputy Commissioner of South Garo Hills, Chinmay P Gotmare, on May 22, ruled out any magisterial inquiry into the recent incident where militants killed five labourers in a coal mine at Nangalbibra. “I do not see any reason for any magisterial in
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The Deputy Commissioner of South Garo Hills, Chinmay P Gotmare, on May 22, ruled out any magisterial inquiry into the recent incident where militants killed five labourers in a coal mine at Nangalbibra. “I do not see any reason for any magisterial inquiry as it is a clear case of militant attack and we suspect it to be the handiwork of the UALA,” Gotmare said. According to the Deputy Commissioner, the attack is a tactic of the UALA to terrorize people so that they can extort.
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May - 22 
The High Court of Meghalaya on May 22 set aside the detention order of GNLA ‘chairman’ Champion Sangma issued by the District Magistrate, Tura, following the failure of the authority to inform the militant chief of his rights to make a representation
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The High Court of Meghalaya on May 22 set aside the detention order of GNLA ‘chairman’ Champion Sangma issued by the District Magistrate, Tura, following the failure of the authority to inform the militant chief of his rights to make a representation against the order, besides other loopholes.
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May - 22 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on May 22 filed chargesheet in the September 8, 2006, Malegaon blasts case, according to The Times of India. Lokesh Sharma was named as an accused, along with three others, Ramchandra Kalsangra, Sandeep Dange a
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on May 22 filed chargesheet in the September 8, 2006, Malegaon blasts case, according to The Times of India. Lokesh Sharma was named as an accused, along with three others, Ramchandra Kalsangra, Sandeep Dange and Amit Hakla.
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May - 22 
The Shillong Times reports Tura Police successfully intercepted a group of arms suppliers for militant groups, suspected to be Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) and the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B), and arrested e
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The Shillong Times reports Tura Police successfully intercepted a group of arms suppliers for militant groups, suspected to be Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) and the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B), and arrested eight persons besides seizing pistols and ammunition from Chibragre picnic spot of Rongram near Tura in West Garo Hills District in the morning of May 22. Two 7.62 mm pistols along with seven rounds of ammunition and five magazine holders along with eight mobile phones and INR 5000 were seized from the possession of the arrested persons. The arrestees were identified as arms dealers Samundar Daimary (26) and Bharat Basumatary (24) of Chirang District and Misambath D Sangma (28) of Goalpara District (all in assam). The four locals who were arrested and acting as conduits to sell the arms to militant groups, were identified as Henus G Momin (25) and Costing A Marak (32) of Ampati, Tinchu Ch Momin (19) of Babadam and Panseng A Sangma (35) of Dobasipara, Tura. The breakthrough came following intelligence inputs about a possible meeting between Assam-based arms suppliers and their middlemen near Tura. The Police revealed that the gang had brought the weapons allegedly to sell to ANVC-B militants who had put up an order to buy them but had also previously sold a similar consignment to the GNLA. The weapons were brought to Garo Hills from Bongaigaon region after it was delivered to the Assam trio by the main supplier. The Assam arms dealers were then to sell the weapons for INR 70,000 each to the local dealers who in turn were to resell it to the Garo militant groups for a price of INR 100000-150000 each.
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May - 22 
The United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA) on May 22 alleged that Meghalaya Police armed the ANVC-B outfit with weapons that had been seized from other militant outfits which were kept in the possession of the State force under directions from the poli
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The United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA) on May 22 alleged that Meghalaya Police armed the ANVC-B outfit with weapons that had been seized from other militant outfits which were kept in the possession of the State force under directions from the political leadership. Also, the UALA has accused its former group leaders from the ANVC-B of executing several members who wanted to part ways from armed conflict. The UALA ‘military chief’, Norok has put forward a set of names of individuals who have disappeared in a span of three years and hold accountable the ANVC-B leaders based in West Khasi Hills District. Dikeo Marak of Dainadubi village in North Garo Hills, Egale Marak of Ampati, Cheman Sangma, Thairteen Momin, Na’chot Sangma, Sengsu Marak, Mikdang Sangma, Tenang Momin, Chenang Momin, Gribinda Momin and Soman Marak are some of the names the UALA chief claims were killed and their bodies disposed off in the jungles of West Khasi Hills.
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May - 22 
A businessman, Hanif, who is also father-in-law of a Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) leader, Sadaqat Abbasi, has been receiving threats from suspected Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants, who have been demanding PKR 100 million to help them in
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A businessman, Hanif, who is also father-in-law of a Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) leader, Sadaqat Abbasi, has been receiving threats from suspected Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants, who have been demanding PKR 100 million to help them in their ‘noble cause of Jihad’, Dawn reported on May 22. Police said that a militant went to the business offices of Raja Hanif in his absence and delivered a letter and a USB (data storage device) for him. Sadaqat Abbasi who contested the May 11 elections on a PTI ticket for a Murree seat – said in his statement recorded by the Police that the letter was written on the pad of the banned TTP outfit. “It was inscribed with extortion and life threats,” he said, adding that he was stunned on seeing the USB. The complainant said: “Two men suspected to be Taliban were visible in the USB. They were saying that they were doing Jihad and wanted to use my wealth for the noble cause.” He had received threats twice in the last ten days, since the delivery of the letter and the USB to his offices, Hanif added. According to the Police, one of the threatening calls was made from somewhere in Islamabad (Federal capital) and the other from a phone number of Bannu (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa).
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May - 22 
A dead body was found within the limits of Napier Police Station. Police stated that unidentified assailants abducted the victim and later dumped his body.
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A dead body was found within the limits of Napier Police Station. Police stated that unidentified assailants abducted the victim and later dumped his body.
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May - 22 
A person belonging to Christian community, Daniyal Masih, was shot dead near Ashraful Madaris within Gulistan-e-Jauhar Police remits.
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A person belonging to Christian community, Daniyal Masih, was shot dead near Ashraful Madaris within Gulistan-e-Jauhar Police remits.
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May - 22 
A person, identified as Abbas Haider (23), was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Liaquat Chowk.
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A person, identified as Abbas Haider (23), was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Liaquat Chowk.
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May - 22 
A tractor driver was injured when his vehicle hit a landmine in Turbat area of same District on May 22, reports Daily Times. Police said the landmine was planted along the roadside by unidentified militants.
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A tractor driver was injured when his vehicle hit a landmine in Turbat area of same District on May 22, reports Daily Times. Police said the landmine was planted along the roadside by unidentified militants.
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May - 22 
At least four persons, including a Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) activist, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 22, reports Daily Times. The dead body of an MQM activist, identified
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At least four persons, including a Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) activist, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 22, reports Daily Times. The dead body of an MQM activist, identified as Shakeel Ahmed, was recovered from Chishti Nagar area of Orangi Iqbal Market.
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May - 22 
Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) ‘chief’ Sardar Akhtar Mengal said that had the establishment not stolen the mandate of his party it would have won at least 12 seats of the Balochistan Assembly in the recent elections, reports Dawn. The BNP-
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Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) ‘chief’ Sardar Akhtar Mengal said that had the establishment not stolen the mandate of his party it would have won at least 12 seats of the Balochistan Assembly in the recent elections, reports Dawn. The BNP-M has won two seats each in the national and provincial assemblies. Speaking to the BNP-M workers and supporters who came to Wadh town of Khuzdar District from different parts of the province, he said people had reposed confidence in the party, giving ‘mandate’ to it.
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May - 22 
Deputy Inspector General of Police Malakand Division, Abdullah Khan, said a contingent of 50 Policemen belonging to Swat, Buner, Upper and Lower Dir Districts have successfully completed a month-long special anti-terrorism training organised by Pakis
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Deputy Inspector General of Police Malakand Division, Abdullah Khan, said a contingent of 50 Policemen belonging to Swat, Buner, Upper and Lower Dir Districts have successfully completed a month-long special anti-terrorism training organised by Pakistan Army at Papapanr in Swat District. He said that objective of the training was to boost up the morale of Police and enhance their professional capabilities.
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May - 22 
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief and prime minister-designate Nawaz Sharif’s talks offer to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) was challenged in the Peshawar High Court on May 22, reports The News. A freelance journalist Shahid Orakzai fi
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Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief and prime minister-designate Nawaz Sharif’s talks offer to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) was challenged in the Peshawar High Court on May 22, reports The News. A freelance journalist Shahid Orakzai filed a writ petition in which he called the Prime Minister-designate’s talk’s offer before taking oath of his office an unlawful and unconstitutional.
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May - 22 
PTI MPA-elect Shaukat Yousafzai said the new KP Government would provide all-out support to the Federal Government of Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) for restoring peace in the country. The PTI leader said that pro-US policies of the previous governme
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PTI MPA-elect Shaukat Yousafzai said the new KP Government would provide all-out support to the Federal Government of Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) for restoring peace in the country. The PTI leader said that pro-US policies of the previous government resulted in law and order situation in the country, particularly in the FATA and KP, adding the Awami National Party (ANP) failed to eliminate terrorism and extremism from the province despite making tall claims.
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May - 22 
The Interior Ministry has conveyed to the Sindh Government that there is serious threat to the life of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ‘chief’ Imran Khan, and advised it to ensure special security arrangements for him when he visits Karachi. The Feder
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The Interior Ministry has conveyed to the Sindh Government that there is serious threat to the life of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ‘chief’ Imran Khan, and advised it to ensure special security arrangements for him when he visits Karachi. The Federal Government is said to have sent a letter to the provincial Government, and asked the Home Department to provide special security to Khan on the pattern of VVIP security during his visit to the city. Sources disclosed that the Interior Ministry informed the Sindh Government that there were intelligence reports that extremist groups had planned a suicide attack on Khan whenever he visited the city.
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May - 22 
The Member of National Assembly (MNA)-elect from NA-47, Darra Adamkhel, Qaiser Jamal Afridi has said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will approach the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Security Forces to reopen and rebuild educational institut
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The Member of National Assembly (MNA)-elect from NA-47, Darra Adamkhel, Qaiser Jamal Afridi has said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will approach the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Security Forces to reopen and rebuild educational institutions in tribal areas and KP. He said that people of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), in particular, had suffered a lot during the ongoing wave of terrorism.
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May - 22 
The United States (US) ambassador to Pakistan, Richard Olson, on May 22, said holding dialogue with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is prerogative of Pakistani Government, reports Daily Times. Terming recent general elections as big success of Pakis
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The United States (US) ambassador to Pakistan, Richard Olson, on May 22, said holding dialogue with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is prerogative of Pakistani Government, reports Daily Times. Terming recent general elections as big success of Pakistani nation in which democratic forces emerged as victorious he said a historic turnout was witnessed in the elections, which reflects that the people have confidence in democracy. He said these elections proved to be a defeat for those who are against democratic values and holding of elections.
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May - 22 
The West Zone Police arrested a militant, identified as Qari Muhammad Ali, from Sultanabad area of Manghopir, after heavy exchange of fire and recovered a suicide vest, a pressure-cooker bomb, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and a 9mm pistol fro
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The West Zone Police arrested a militant, identified as Qari Muhammad Ali, from Sultanabad area of Manghopir, after heavy exchange of fire and recovered a suicide vest, a pressure-cooker bomb, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and a 9mm pistol from his possession, reports The News. Police said that Qari Muhammad Ali, who hails from Shangla of Swat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, was wanted in connection with the attacks on Police and Rangers. “He has confessed to killing ASI Maqbool Shah in Mominabad and a Rangers’ personnel Zahir Shah in Ittehad town,” Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Asif Aijaz said. He further claimed that the arrested terrorist was affiliated with the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and he was planning more attacks on high profile targets, especially Law Enforcing Agencies (LEAs).
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May - 22 
Two suspected militants were arrested and a cache of explosives recovered during a raid in Kharmato area in Kohat District, reports The News.
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Two suspected militants were arrested and a cache of explosives recovered during a raid in Kharmato area in Kohat District, reports The News.
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May - 22 
Unidentified militants abducted four doctors from the Ghazni Khel Police Station jurisdiction of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on May 22, reports Daily Times. According to Police sources, the doctors were going to Dera Ismail Khan.
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Unidentified militants abducted four doctors from the Ghazni Khel Police Station jurisdiction of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on May 22, reports Daily Times. According to Police sources, the doctors were going to Dera Ismail Khan.
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May - 22 
Unidentified militants abducted two persons from Dhadar area of Bolan District.
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Unidentified militants abducted two persons from Dhadar area of Bolan District.
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May - 22 
Hearings on a writ petition against the approval of the ordinance on removing constitutional difficulties, which also challenges the appointment of Chief Justice Khil Raj Regmi as chairman of the Interim Election Council, was deferred by the Supreme
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Hearings on a writ petition against the approval of the ordinance on removing constitutional difficulties, which also challenges the appointment of Chief Justice Khil Raj Regmi as chairman of the Interim Election Council, was deferred by the Supreme Court for 17th time on May 22, reports Republica. The petition filed by Advocate Subhas Acharya was first scheduled for hearing on March 18. Legal experts have termed as ‘unusual’ the deferring time and again of hearings at the SC. Stating that there is a provision in the SC regulations for priority hearings in cases of constitutional import, former justice Balram KC said that such cases should have given priority for hearings. Senior Advocate Harihar Dahal sees two possible reasons behind the deferral of hearings on the writ petition. “First, there might be the influence of the executive [which is currently led by the chief justice] on the judiciary,” said Dahal. “Secondly, the apex court might be thinking that it is better not to enter into a political issue.”
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May - 22 
At least 15 auto-rickshaws were vandalised and another set ablaze by pickets in Keraniganj sub-District during May 22 hartal (strike) called by Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in Dhaka District, reports Daily Star. The capital was exempted from th
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At least 15 auto-rickshaws were vandalised and another set ablaze by pickets in Keraniganj sub-District during May 22 hartal (strike) called by Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in Dhaka District, reports Daily Star. The capital was exempted from the hartal, called for the release of the party’s Joint Secretary General, Amanullah Aman, and other leaders and activists of BNP from five sub-Districts, namely Dhamrai, Savar, Keraniganj, Dohar and Nawabganj.
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May - 22 
Petroleum Industries Minister Anura Priyadharshana Yapa on May 22 stated that the Government has not taken any decision to amend the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, reports Daily News. “We are aware that the Tamil National Alliance [TNA] is not i
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Petroleum Industries Minister Anura Priyadharshana Yapa on May 22 stated that the Government has not taken any decision to amend the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, reports Daily News. “We are aware that the Tamil National Alliance [TNA] is not in favour of the proposed amendment to the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. We assure that whatever change is decided by the [Parliamentary] Select Committee will be adhered to by the government,” the Minister asserted. He recalled that the Provincial Council system was introduced to the country as a result of the Indo-Sri Lanka Accord signed by the United National Party (UNP). “Right from the inception, there were a number political parties which opposed the introduction of the Provincial Council system to the country” as “certain provision included in the Provincial Council system did not suit a country like Sri Lanka”. “We are a small country,” Yapa noted. Minister Yapa also said the elections to the Northern Provincial Council (NPC) would be held in September 2013 as decided by the government earlier, and this would not change. “The North is a part of our country. The Northern Provincial Council is a similar administrative unit to the Provincials Councils operational in the country elsewhere right now,” the minister added. “We are not concerned who would win the election. We are keen to hold elections under the provisions of the Constitution,” the Minister said.
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May - 22 
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of Sri Lanka Police has commenced a probe on the German NGO Friedrich Naumann Foundation, which is operating in Sri Lanka since 1974, to ascertain whether the NGO has acted within the country beyond its giv
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The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of Sri Lanka Police has commenced a probe on the German NGO Friedrich Naumann Foundation, which is operating in Sri Lanka since 1974, to ascertain whether the NGO has acted within the country beyond its given legal mandate, Colombo Page reported on May 23. The CID has interrogated the Foundation's local representative Sagarika Delgoda for the past two days and it says further investigations are underway based on the information divulged by Delgoda. The investigation commenced after the organization held a workshop for the opposition United National Party (UNP) parliamentarians. Pro-government media reported that the workshop was a ploy to overthrow the government. The state-run ITN accused Delgoda of being engaged in a conspiracy for several years to overthrow the present government and set up a UNP government loyal to the West and the Tamil Diaspora. According to ITN report, the NGO is funding the UNP leader Ranil Wickremasinghe's foreign tours and political activities.
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May - 22 
The TNA parliamentarian M.A. Sumanthiran has said that the United States (US) is looking into the progress made by the Sri Lanka government following the resolution adopted at the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in March 2013, Colombo Page reported o
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The TNA parliamentarian M.A. Sumanthiran has said that the United States (US) is looking into the progress made by the Sri Lanka government following the resolution adopted at the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in March 2013, Colombo Page reported on May 23. He said that that US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Michele J. Sison has met with TNA representatives last week to discuss the UNHRC resolution and see what progress has been made since it was adopted. He has said that the US envoy was also briefed on the land issue in the north and she was told by the TNA that taking over civilian land is in complete contravention of the Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) recommendations. The TNA has told Sison that a free and fair election (for NPC) cannot be expected in a militarized environment and had emphasized the need for foreign election monitors for the polls.
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May - 22 
UNP parliamentarian Lakshman Kiriella said on May 22 that the party believes that the devolution of power would address the ethnic issue and it was the best method to solve the ethnic issue in the country, reports Colombo Page. The UNP parliamentaria
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UNP parliamentarian Lakshman Kiriella said on May 22 that the party believes that the devolution of power would address the ethnic issue and it was the best method to solve the ethnic issue in the country, reports Colombo Page. The UNP parliamentarian said the war could have been ended before 2009 if the members in the present government in 2001-2003 had agreed with the devolution of power and helped the then UNP government to implement the 13th Amendment. He added that the government would split if provincial council elections are held for the NPC since it consists of parties with different opinions on the provincial council system. Kiriella expressed doubts on government's intention to hold the NPC elections. He said the party has learnt that some groups in the government are attempting to get an order from the courts to ban the elections in the North while the government is looking for excuses not to hold the elections. Kiriella says that holding provincial council elections would prove that the government had accepted the UNP's opinion on power devolution.
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May - 23 
‘Protesters’ came out and pelted stones at the SFs in Palhalan and Pattan areas of Baramulla District after hearing that Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘commander’ Hilal Molvi was shot dead. Police restored to tear shells and fired pellets at the ‘protesters’
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‘Protesters’ came out and pelted stones at the SFs in Palhalan and Pattan areas of Baramulla District after hearing that Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘commander’ Hilal Molvi was shot dead. Police restored to tear shells and fired pellets at the ‘protesters’ during which two persons received minor pellet injuries. Additionally, Police sources said that the LeT ‘commander’ Hilal Molvi who was shot dead by SF on May 23 was wanted in 10 FIRs lodged at different Police Stations, for his role in militancy related incidents. Hilal Molvi gave slip to the Police and Army on April 25, 2013, when his associate Shabir Ahmad Sheikh alias Tameem alias Sufiyan, resident of Palhalan, was killed in Sopore area of Baramulla District.
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May - 23 
A ‘sub-zonal area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Shatrughan Ram, was arrested from Lakhanpur village in Jehanabad District, on May 23, reports PTI. Acting on a tip off, Police raided a house and arrest t
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A ‘sub-zonal area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Shatrughan Ram, was arrested from Lakhanpur village in Jehanabad District, on May 23, reports PTI. Acting on a tip off, Police raided a house and arrest the Maoist. Ram was wanted in several cases of Maoist activity.
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May - 23 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘commander’, identified as Hilal Maulvi, was shot dead by Security Forces (SF) at his hideout in the congested Fatehkadal area of Old Srinagar city (Srinagar District) in an early morning raid on May 23 (today), reports The H
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘commander’, identified as Hilal Maulvi, was shot dead by Security Forces (SF) at his hideout in the congested Fatehkadal area of Old Srinagar city (Srinagar District) in an early morning raid on May 23 (today), reports The Hindu. Three SF personnel were also injured during the operation. One Chinese pistol among other things was reportedly recovered from the site of the encounter. According to Senior Superintendent of Police, Srinagar, Syed Ashiq Hussain Bukhari, Maulvi was involved in a fidayeen (suicide) attack at a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp at Bemina in Srinagar on March 13, 2013. Two Pakistani militants of LeT and five CRPF troopers had died in that gunbattle. Hilal Maulvi, resident of Palhalan locality of Baramulla District was involved in the killing of several civilians in Pattan and Sopore areas in the same District, adds Business Standard.
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May - 23 
A special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court judge in Mumbai (Maharashtra) on May 23 rejected two bail pleas by Abu Salem, with the 1993 serial Mumbai blasts and the 1995 Pradeep Jain murder cases. Salem had made separa
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A special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court judge in Mumbai (Maharashtra) on May 23 rejected two bail pleas by Abu Salem, with the 1993 serial Mumbai blasts and the 1995 Pradeep Jain murder cases. Salem had made separate pleas in both cases, reports The Times of India.
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May - 23 
Armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze a Tendu leaf (leaves of Diospyros Melonoxylon)-laden truck at Khadupani village within Boden Police limits in Nuapada District in the night of May 23, reports The Times of India. A
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Armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze a Tendu leaf (leaves of Diospyros Melonoxylon)-laden truck at Khadupani village within Boden Police limits in Nuapada District in the night of May 23, reports The Times of India. A trader was transporting about 70 bags of Tendu leaf after buying it from Khariar. "The Maoists asked the truck driver to get down. Then they lighted the diesel tank and stayed at the spot till the truck was reduced to ashes,” said a police officer quoting the driver. They however didn't leave any poster at the spot. In 2012, the Maoists set four Tendu leaf godowns on fire in Badabanki, Sanabanki, Dharamsagar and Sanmaheswar under Khariar division. Forest officials said since the Security Forces have stepped up vigilance, Maoists are not coming to the godown directly but targeting the transport vehicle.
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May - 23 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed two persons in Gumla District, on May 23, reports NDTV. A group of 15-20 Maoists dragged the duo, Sonu Mahto and his uncle Rama Mahto, from their house in Murkunda village and shot them.
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed two persons in Gumla District, on May 23, reports NDTV. A group of 15-20 Maoists dragged the duo, Sonu Mahto and his uncle Rama Mahto, from their house in Murkunda village and shot them.
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May - 23 
Darjeeling Police on May 23 arrested one Mohammad Azad from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station in Jalpaiguri District for his alleged links with Pakistan’s Inter Service Intelligence (ISI) operatives based in Delhi, according to Hindustan Times. Earlier
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Darjeeling Police on May 23 arrested one Mohammad Azad from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station in Jalpaiguri District for his alleged links with Pakistan’s Inter Service Intelligence (ISI) operatives based in Delhi, according to Hindustan Times. Earlier on the same day, the Commanding Officer of the Civil Government Traffic Department based at the Sukna 33 Corps Head Quarters lodged an FIR at the Kurseong Police Station naming Azad for allegedly transferring documents and photographs of army installations to agents in Delhi. Azad had been working as a cleaner in the Civil Government Traffic Department since 1999. Kunal Agarwal, Superintendent of Police, Darjeeling said, “We have found pictures of important army installations in his Cell phone. Azad has been booked under Sections 3 and 9 of Official Secrets Act 1923. Azad will be produced at the Kurseong Court on Friday. We have also informed our Delhi counterparts.”
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May - 23 
Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a woman, surrendered in Narayanpur District, on May 23, reports Zee News. Additional Superintendent of Police, PNK Sahu, said “The cadres surrendered before Narayanpur Superintendent
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Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a woman, surrendered in Narayanpur District, on May 23, reports Zee News. Additional Superintendent of Police, PNK Sahu, said “The cadres surrendered before Narayanpur Superintendent of Police Amit Kamble at Benur Police Station of the District." Those surrender were identified as - Ajay (21) and Bharat (22), the members of Kudur Local Operating Squad (LOS) of Maoist, Vinod (32) of Chinahri Sarkar Raksha Sakha and Sudha (23), and member of Kohkameta Platoon no.1. They all were involved in several cases of crime ranging from loot, arson and murder in the region, Sahu said, adding, that of them, Vinod was active for past several years.
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May - 23 
Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadres opened fire and injured a former member, Pito (29), in an area near Superintendent of Police (SP)’s office in Kohima (Kohima District) on May 23, reports Nagaland Post. Later, NSCN-K
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Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadres opened fire and injured a former member, Pito (29), in an area near Superintendent of Police (SP)’s office in Kohima (Kohima District) on May 23, reports Nagaland Post. Later, NSCN-K ‘urban commander’ of Kohima, Kisheto Aye claimed Pito was involved in “anti-social activities including extortions, vehicle-lifting particularly two-wheelers for which the NSCN had issued several warnings”.
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May - 23 
On May 23, two people were arrested along with Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) with a face value of INR 400,000 in Kolkata, reports Business Standard. The two are residents of Murshidabad District in West Bengal. They have been booked for criminal
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On May 23, two people were arrested along with Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) with a face value of INR 400,000 in Kolkata, reports Business Standard. The two are residents of Murshidabad District in West Bengal. They have been booked for criminal conspiracy and possessing FICNs.
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May - 23 
Police on May 23 arrested five persons from Gandoh locality of Doda District in a case related to grenade attack on Police personnel at Thathri Police Station in the same district during the intervening night of April 27 and 28, reports Daily Excelsi
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Police on May 23 arrested five persons from Gandoh locality of Doda District in a case related to grenade attack on Police personnel at Thathri Police Station in the same district during the intervening night of April 27 and 28, reports Daily Excelsior. The arrestees were identified as Abdul Rashid alias Abdullah, Akhter Hussain, Mohammad Rafi, Altaf Hussain and Mohammad Yaqoob. One AK-56 rifle, magazines of AK-56, 143 rounds of AK-56 rifle, one Chinese Pistol, one magazine of Chinese Pistol, five rounds of Chinese Pistol, two Chinese Grenades, one Pouch and two Walkie-Talkie wireless sets (Motorola) were recovered on their disclosures. They revealed that had been assigned a task of execution of the plot which included the killing of Police Officers and Jawans (troopers), civilians and prominent persons. When they failed to execute any of the killings they were tasked to hurl grenade at Police Station Thathri to kill the Security Force (SF) personnel so that they can become confirmed terrorists and this group would be added/supplemented by other youths of the area by motivating them. However, the grenade fell just short of thereby averting casualties of SFs. Since there is no active confirmed militant in the District, source of the arms ammunition provided to the accused arrested is being investigated and case is also being investigated from all other angles other than the militancy angle, added Kashmir Times.
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May - 23 
SK Thadou, ‘Chairman’ of United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA) talked about the aims and steps that had been taken by his group who are yet to sign the Government’s offer of Suspension of Operation (SoO) disclosing that the group is in the process to
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SK Thadou, ‘Chairman’ of United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA) talked about the aims and steps that had been taken by his group who are yet to sign the Government’s offer of Suspension of Operation (SoO) disclosing that the group is in the process to sign the SoO. “The result will however depend on the positive response from the Government on their promises,” he said. He continued that on May 20, he had a talk with Shambu Singh, Joint Secretary of Ministry of Home Affairs North East, at Massimpur in Assam where he had listed the UTLA-SK’s condition on signing the SoO in writing. He elaborated that the conditions include to make a clubbing of the Barrak valley/Tuilang area of Manipur into one administrative unit with Churachandpur District or to Tamenglong or to Jiribam (Imphal East District) whichever is suitable for the Government; to grant two sub divisions for which the Government should constitute one Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) constituency for Tuilang area plus one more parliament constituency for the tribals. The chairman further said that right now, the UTLA-SK faction has more than 70 cadres with more than 50 widows who will soon be rehabilitated with the promise of Government being fulfilled.
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May - 23 
The 12-hour Goalpara District bandh (general shut down) on May 23, called by the Minority Sangram Parishad (MSP) in protest against killing of five coal miners at Nangalbibra in Meghalaya’s South Garo Hills, passed off peacefully, reports The Telegra
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The 12-hour Goalpara District bandh (general shut down) on May 23, called by the Minority Sangram Parishad (MSP) in protest against killing of five coal miners at Nangalbibra in Meghalaya’s South Garo Hills, passed off peacefully, reports The Telegraph. The strike was reported to be total, with commercial establishments, government offices and educational institutions remaining closed. Suspected United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA) cadres had shot dead the five labourers, all residents of Goalpara District, on May 20 allegedly in retaliation to the mine’s owner refusal to pay them extortion money.
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May - 23 
The All India Garo Union (AIGU) has demanded a departmental inquiry against present Deputy Superintendant of Police of Nongstoin, TC Chacko, after allegations by the UALA chief that the Police official had handed over three sophisticated weapons to A
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The All India Garo Union (AIGU) has demanded a departmental inquiry against present Deputy Superintendant of Police of Nongstoin, TC Chacko, after allegations by the UALA chief that the Police official had handed over three sophisticated weapons to ANVC-B to take on the GNLA, according to a report of May 23. Though the ANVC-B has denied the allegations, the GNLA and Civil Society Women's Organization (CSWO) have also sought for a detailed inquiry into the allegations.
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May - 23 
The ANVC-B has sought the intervention of State Home Minister Roshan Warjri to end the Police operations against them since the Government has already signed a draft peace pact, says a report of May 23. In a letter addressed to the Home Minister, the
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The ANVC-B has sought the intervention of State Home Minister Roshan Warjri to end the Police operations against them since the Government has already signed a draft peace pact, says a report of May 23. In a letter addressed to the Home Minister, the ANVC-B chairman Rimpu Marak said that they had signed the draft agreement on January 5, 2013, to bring peace to Garo Hills and adjoining areas where they have been operating so far. “We have restrained from all unlawful activities since then, hoping for peace and in order to bring about changes to our society. However, there is a constant hunt, provocation and operations against my cadres which renders it all futile”, Marak said. He also ‘revealed’ that the Police and the parent organization ANVC are operating together in Garo Hills.
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May - 23 
The Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) has condemned the United Achik Liberation Army (UALA) chief, Norok for killing five labourers in a coalmine at Nangalbibra in South Garo Hills recently. In a statement issued on May 2
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The Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) has condemned the United Achik Liberation Army (UALA) chief, Norok for killing five labourers in a coalmine at Nangalbibra in South Garo Hills recently. In a statement issued on May 23, ANVC-B leader Rimpu Marak questioned Norrok on what he wanted to prove by killing innocent labourers, while adding that murder of innocent people for money would not bring any change to the people of Garo Hills. The ANVC-B leader also accused Norrok of killing one Silnam Momin, an ANVC-B cadre in Bolsrong, Bajengdoba area on May 19.
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May - 23 
The HDFC Bank reported to Indore Police about Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) over INR 365,630 deposited in the bank's different branches across Madhya Pradesh in first four months of 2013, The Times of India reports on May 24. Notes in smaller deno
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The HDFC Bank reported to Indore Police about Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) over INR 365,630 deposited in the bank's different branches across Madhya Pradesh in first four months of 2013, The Times of India reports on May 24. Notes in smaller denominations of INR 10, INR 20 and INR 50 were found by the bank staff to be fake. The notes were deposited in various branches of the bank in Districts, including Bhopal, Katni, Indore, Jabalpur, Betul, Ratlam, Khargone, Burhanpur, Dhar, Khandwa, Ujjain and Rajgarh. According to Sub Inspector Ashok Mahajan, maximum 240 FICNs worth INR 111,670 were deposited in January, followed by 230 FICNs worth INR 117,250 in April, 197 FICNs worth INR 86,200 in February and FICNs 148 worth INR 50,510 in March.
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May - 23 
The Jharkhand Prastuti Committee (JPC), a splinter group of the CPI-Maoist, on May 23 arranged a marriage of a young couple in a janadalat (kangaroo court) held in the dense forest at Adra in Katkumdag block of Hazaribag District after the girl's pa
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The Jharkhand Prastuti Committee (JPC), a splinter group of the CPI-Maoist, on May 23 arranged a marriage of a young couple in a janadalat (kangaroo court) held in the dense forest at Adra in Katkumdag block of Hazaribag District after the girl's parents ‘complained’ to the outfit that the boy had ditched the girl after having an affair.
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May - 23 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has established the role of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in circulating Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN), India Today reports on May 24. Completing the investigation in a case, registered in 2011, related to smuggl
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has established the role of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in circulating Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN), India Today reports on May 24. Completing the investigation in a case, registered in 2011, related to smuggling of FICN, the NIA filed a final supplementary chargesheet in a Jammu court in April 2013. The chargesheet states that "Fake Indian currency is being used being used by terrorist organisations to damage the economy of India and finance terrorist activities of their cadre operating in India". Further, an officer from NIA said, "Through the Bangladesh border, it (fake Indian currency) was being pumped into India from West Bengal. It was being funnelled via Delhi to terror groups like Hizbul Mujahideen."
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May - 23 
The Sangai Express reports that the ‘commanding officer’ of Kuki National Front’s (KNF), Ebenezer Camp, HS Seipao Kipgen alias Shanty Kipgen’ was shot dead by some unidentified persons near the Sapormeina Forest Beat under Gamnom Sapormeina Police St
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The Sangai Express reports that the ‘commanding officer’ of Kuki National Front’s (KNF), Ebenezer Camp, HS Seipao Kipgen alias Shanty Kipgen’ was shot dead by some unidentified persons near the Sapormeina Forest Beat under Gamnom Sapormeina Police Station in Senapati District at around 10 pm on May 23. Though the exact motive and identity of the group which killed Shanty Kipgen is not known, it is suspected that one group which broke away from KNF, and is not a party to Suspension of Operation (SoO) is behind the killing, informed a source. According to KNF ‘publicity secretary’ LH Stephen, Shanty was returning to their camp after visiting his family.
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May - 23 
The Shillong Times reports that suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants, on May 23, morning opened fired at the Construction Company based at Swangre in West Khasi Hills District leading to retaliation from Police personnel who were
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The Shillong Times reports that suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants, on May 23, morning opened fired at the Construction Company based at Swangre in West Khasi Hills District leading to retaliation from Police personnel who were guarding the company premises. As the Police personnel opened retaliatory fire, the militant fled from the scene. Though no casualty or injury was reported on either side, search at the site led to the recovery of a live grenade, one SLR magazine and one AK magazine. Sources informed that recently the GNLA served demand notes to the company headquarter located at Samanda in East Garo Hills where senior officials of the company are stationing. However, the company refused to pay any money to the GNLA, which might have infuriated the militant group leading to the failed attack on the Swangre camp, sources added.
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May - 23 
The Times of India reports that outgoing Arunachal Pradesh Governor General (retired) J J Singh, on May 23, said the insurgency problem in eastern Arunachal Districts could be solved only after a permanent solution to the vexed Naga issue is reached.
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The Times of India reports that outgoing Arunachal Pradesh Governor General (retired) J J Singh, on May 23, said the insurgency problem in eastern Arunachal Districts could be solved only after a permanent solution to the vexed Naga issue is reached. "The people of three eastern Arunachal districts - Tirap, Changlang and Longding - are living in fear due to the presence of cadres of the two NSCN factions in the area, who resort to kidnapping, extortion and factional feuds," the Governor said. He said the State Government had already done everything to build confidence among the people and make them aware that crackdown on insurgents could be possible only with their support. "The problem of Arunachal is directly linked with that of Nagaland. The Centre should immediately resolve the Naga issue to bring peace and normalcy to these districts," he said. He said the problem could be resolved if the Centre and the respective state governments implement the surrender policy in the right perspective."We have not implemented the surrender policy in the right manner so as to attract the cadres to shun violence and join the mainstream. The surrender policy should be viable incorporating a suitable package like training, necessary grants and skill development for the surrendered cadres to start new self-employment ventures," he added.
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May - 23 
A dead body of a young Hindu person, identified as Ramesh, was found along Shah Latif Bhittai Road in the Agra Taj area, on May 23, reports Dawn.
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A dead body of a young Hindu person, identified as Ramesh, was found along Shah Latif Bhittai Road in the Agra Taj area, on May 23, reports Dawn.
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May - 23 
A man was shot dead near Dhobi Gath Parking Plaza. Police said armed assailants on a motorcycle, killed victim, Syed Fahim Shah (30).
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A man was shot dead near Dhobi Gath Parking Plaza. Police said armed assailants on a motorcycle, killed victim, Syed Fahim Shah (30).
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May - 23 
A man, identified as Mohammad Hussain (55), was shot dead at Fawara Chowk within the limits of Garden Police Station. Police said that unidentified assailants opened indiscriminate fire at the victim, killing him on the spot.
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A man, identified as Mohammad Hussain (55), was shot dead at Fawara Chowk within the limits of Garden Police Station. Police said that unidentified assailants opened indiscriminate fire at the victim, killing him on the spot.
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May - 23 
A three-day-old body of a man was found from Mewashah graveyard. Pak Colony Police said that unidentified assailants abducted the victim and later dumped his body at the graveyard.
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A three-day-old body of a man was found from Mewashah graveyard. Pak Colony Police said that unidentified assailants abducted the victim and later dumped his body at the graveyard.
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May - 23 
About 20 militants and four security personnel, an army captain among them, were killed in a clash in the Zara Mella area of Parachamkani in Kurram Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 23, reports Dawn. A group of militants att
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About 20 militants and four security personnel, an army captain among them, were killed in a clash in the Zara Mella area of Parachamkani in Kurram Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 23, reports Dawn. A group of militants attacked security personnel in the Zara Mella area killing Captain Riaz and three other soldiers and injuring 16 others. Security Forces (SFs) struck back and killed 20 militants and injured several others.
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May - 23 
An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) awarded life imprisonment to a doctor of the Peshawar Central Prison and head constable of regular Police on charges of helping two under-trial TTP ‘commanders’ escape from the Police custody and killing of three Policem
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An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) awarded life imprisonment to a doctor of the Peshawar Central Prison and head constable of regular Police on charges of helping two under-trial TTP ‘commanders’ escape from the Police custody and killing of three Policemen in a militant attack, reports The News. ATC judge Anwar Hussain announced life sentence to a dentist of the prison Dr Iftikhar and Head Constable Ilyas Khan on three counts, while acquitting Constable Ahad Jan. Dr Iftikhar posted at the Central Prison Peshawar as dentist was charged in the case as he referred the two militants to the Khyber College of Dentistry (KCD) on August 12, 2011.
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May - 23 
As many as 13 persons, including 12 Balochistan Constabulary (BC) personnel, were killed and 17 others sustained injuries in an explosion caused by a bomb rigged to a rickshaw near Link Badini Road in the proximity of Bhossa Mandi on Eastern Bypass i
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As many as 13 persons, including 12 Balochistan Constabulary (BC) personnel, were killed and 17 others sustained injuries in an explosion caused by a bomb rigged to a rickshaw near Link Badini Road in the proximity of Bhossa Mandi on Eastern Bypass in Quetta (Quetta District), the capital of Balochistan, on May 23, reports Daily Times. According to Police, the Balochistan Constabulary Rapid Response Group (RRG) personnel were in a bus en route to Balochistan Secretariat when they came under attack near Link Badini Road. The attack was carried out through a remote-controlled bomb planted in a rickshaw parked by the roadside, said the Police sources. They added that as many as 21 personnel of the Balochistan Constabulary RRG were travelling in the bus. “The bus takes the BC men from Qasim Line to main city for duty early in the morning routinely,” added Police.
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May - 23 
At least six persons, including five women, were killed and two others sustained injuries in a firing incident on Noorpur Road, an area of Bakra Mandi in Sibi District. According to details, unidentified assailants opened indiscriminate firing at a h
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At least six persons, including five women, were killed and two others sustained injuries in a firing incident on Noorpur Road, an area of Bakra Mandi in Sibi District. According to details, unidentified assailants opened indiscriminate firing at a house. As a result, six persons, including five women, were killed and two others sustained injuries.
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May - 23 
Eight persons were killed in separate incidents of violence in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 23, reports Daily Times. A Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) cadre was shot dead while another injured when unidentified
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Eight persons were killed in separate incidents of violence in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 23, reports Daily Times. A Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) cadre was shot dead while another injured when unidentified assailants sprayed bullets at a tea stall in Qasba Colony. Station House Officer (SHO) Abdul Moeed said that deceased was an 'important member’ of TTP in Pirabad area.
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May - 23 
One Ibrahim (32) was shot dead in Agra Taj Colony within the precincts of Kalri Police Station. Police officials said that armed assailants on a motorcycle shot dead the victim.
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One Ibrahim (32) was shot dead in Agra Taj Colony within the precincts of Kalri Police Station. Police officials said that armed assailants on a motorcycle shot dead the victim.
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May - 23 
One man was shot dead by armed riders in the remits of Site-A Police Station. The victim was identified as Rizwan Mubashir.
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One man was shot dead by armed riders in the remits of Site-A Police Station. The victim was identified as Rizwan Mubashir.
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May - 23 
The Chinese Premier Li Keqiang praised Pakistan’s strategy against terror while wrapping up his two-day official visit to Pakistan on May 23 after promising a deeper and more comprehensive strategic engagement and a closer coordination for security a
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The Chinese Premier Li Keqiang praised Pakistan’s strategy against terror while wrapping up his two-day official visit to Pakistan on May 23 after promising a deeper and more comprehensive strategic engagement and a closer coordination for security and stability in Afghanistan, reports Dawn. China “reiterates that it respects the anti-terrorism strategy developed and implemented by the Pakistani side in light of its own conditions. …China expresses its appreciation and continued willingness to help Pakistan build up counter-terrorism capacity”, the joint statement read. China had in the past reservations over the presence of East Turkistan Islamic Movement (ETIM — a rebel Chinese group) in Pakistan. During Premier Li’s visit the Pakistani leadership recommitted to “continuous, active collaboration with and assistance to China in combating terrorist forces including the ETIM”. ETIM was declared a common threat for Pakistan and China.
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May - 23 
The Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) leader Malik Ishaq, who was under custody of the law enforcing agencies, was released from Chohang Jail of Lahore on May 23, reports Daily Times. According to the Interior Ministry sources, the SSP leader was taken i
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The Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) leader Malik Ishaq, who was under custody of the law enforcing agencies, was released from Chohang Jail of Lahore on May 23, reports Daily Times. According to the Interior Ministry sources, the SSP leader was taken into custody three months earlier to the General Elections. His detention was being extended continuously and later he was released on May 23, after the election process was over.
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May - 23 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on May 23 welcomed Prime Minister-designate Nawaz Sharif’s call for peace talks made to it on May 19, saying the offer would be discussed among the top leadership and a proper reply would be given in due course of
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on May 23 welcomed Prime Minister-designate Nawaz Sharif’s call for peace talks made to it on May 19, saying the offer would be discussed among the top leadership and a proper reply would be given in due course of time, reports The News. The TTP ‘spokesperson’, Ehsanullah Ehsan, said that the offer for the peace talks made by Sharif was a positive sign and that the militant organisation was devising a strategy for the course of action to be taken in response to the peace talk offers. Earlier, it may be recalled, the TTP had itself made a similar offer to the incoming Government in Islamabad that it was ready to make peace with the new Government provided it was taken positively.
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May - 23 
The United States (US) President Barack Obama on May 23 outlined plans to limit the use of US drone strikes against extremists abroad and took steps aimed at breaking a deadlock on closing the Guantanamo Bay military prison, reports Dawn. Obama said
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The United States (US) President Barack Obama on May 23 outlined plans to limit the use of US drone strikes against extremists abroad and took steps aimed at breaking a deadlock on closing the Guantanamo Bay military prison, reports Dawn. Obama said the United States would only use drone strikes when a threat was imminent, a nuanced change from the previous policy of launching strikes against a significant threat.
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May - 23 
Three militants belonging to the Tariq Afridi faction of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were killed when military planes pounded their hideouts in Khwangi area of Darra Adamkhel in Kohat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on May 23, reports Dawn. The p
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Three militants belonging to the Tariq Afridi faction of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were killed when military planes pounded their hideouts in Khwangi area of Darra Adamkhel in Kohat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on May 23, reports Dawn. The planes targeted militants’ positions in Khwangi on the borders of Khyber Agency in FATA. Two bombs destroyed one of the hideouts. Officials identified two of the militants killed in the attack as Tor Khalifa and Zubair.
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May - 23 
Two bullet-riddled bodies were found on Dera Shareef Goth Link Road. Memon Goth Police officials stated that hands and legs of these unidentified bodies were tied with ropes. The culprits had abducted the victims and then dumped their bodies after to
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Two bullet-riddled bodies were found on Dera Shareef Goth Link Road. Memon Goth Police officials stated that hands and legs of these unidentified bodies were tied with ropes. The culprits had abducted the victims and then dumped their bodies after torturing and killing them.
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May - 23 
Two personnel of Levies Force were injured in a militant attack on a checkpost in Yousafabad area of Khar tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur Agency. An official of the local administration said the attackers fired several rockets, mortar shells and hurl
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Two personnel of Levies Force were injured in a militant attack on a checkpost in Yousafabad area of Khar tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur Agency. An official of the local administration said the attackers fired several rockets, mortar shells and hurled hand grenades on a checkpost of Bajaur levies force in Yousafabad town near Khar.
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May - 23 
Two TTP ‘commanders’ from Darra Adamkhel, Nadeem Abbas and Zakeem Shah, fled after a group of militants shot dead three Policemen, identified Muhammad Tariq, Jafar and Raees, who had taken them to a local hospital for treatment. The fourth policemen,
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Two TTP ‘commanders’ from Darra Adamkhel, Nadeem Abbas and Zakeem Shah, fled after a group of militants shot dead three Policemen, identified Muhammad Tariq, Jafar and Raees, who had taken them to a local hospital for treatment. The fourth policemen, Ilyas Khan, remained unhurt. He was later taken into custody on suspicion.
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May - 23 
Unidentified assailants lobbed a hand grenade at a shop on Sariab Road of Quetta, killing its owner, reports Dawn. The shop which dealt in CDs was located near the Awami petrol pump on Sariab Road.
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Unidentified assailants lobbed a hand grenade at a shop on Sariab Road of Quetta, killing its owner, reports Dawn. The shop which dealt in CDs was located near the Awami petrol pump on Sariab Road.
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May - 23 
A cabinet meeting on May 23 dissolved the commission formed to resolve the problems of landless squatters as suggested by the High Level Political Committee (HLPC) comprising representatives of the four major political forces – Unified Communist Part
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A cabinet meeting on May 23 dissolved the commission formed to resolve the problems of landless squatters as suggested by the High Level Political Committee (HLPC) comprising representatives of the four major political forces – Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-Maoist), the Nepali Congress (NC), Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) and the United Madhesi Democratic Front (UMDF), reported Republica. NC and CPN-UML leaders had been insisting on the dissolution of the commission and its local committees in 25 Districts as it was formed by the Baburam Bhattarai-led Government. Also, vice-chairman and members of the National Planning Commission, who were appointed by the Bhattarai-led government, were also relieved.
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May - 23 
Chairman of Interim Election Council Khil Raj Regmi on May 23 said that the Government is anxious to announce the date of fresh election in consensus with all political parties, reports Republica. While receiving a memorandum from the Reporters’ Club
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Chairman of Interim Election Council Khil Raj Regmi on May 23 said that the Government is anxious to announce the date of fresh election in consensus with all political parties, reports Republica. While receiving a memorandum from the Reporters’ Club Nepal at his office, Chairman Regmi said efforts are under way to forge consensus among all political parties on election-related laws. “The government is desperate to announce date of fresh election as early as possible,” said Regmi, adding, “The government will immediately announce election date once there is agreement among parties on legal process.”
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May - 23 
An Awami League activist, Durul Hoda, was stabbed to death by assailants near Daldoli union Parishad office in Bholahat sub-District of Chapainawabganj District on May 23, reports Daily Star. Hoda was the ‘general secretary’ of Daldoli Union Parishad
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An Awami League activist, Durul Hoda, was stabbed to death by assailants near Daldoli union Parishad office in Bholahat sub-District of Chapainawabganj District on May 23, reports Daily Star. Hoda was the ‘general secretary’ of Daldoli Union Parishad Awami League unit.
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May - 23 
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia on May 23 warned of resisting the next general elections if the Government “turned down the majority people’s demand” for a non-party election-time government, reports Daily Star. “We want to
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Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia on May 23 warned of resisting the next general elections if the Government “turned down the majority people’s demand” for a non-party election-time government, reports Daily Star. “We want to state clearly that we will not let any election take place without a non-party caretaker government. You [the government] will see how the election is resisted if you go for polls by forcibly ignoring the demand,” Khaleda said at her Gulshan office.
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May - 23 
BNP Vice-Chairman, Sadeque Hossain Khoka dismissed allegations of his having facilitated the Hefajat-e Islam (HeI) rally on May 5 in Dhaka city. In a press statement, Khoka said HeI’s Secretary General Junaid Babunagari’s “so-called confessional stat
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BNP Vice-Chairman, Sadeque Hossain Khoka dismissed allegations of his having facilitated the Hefajat-e Islam (HeI) rally on May 5 in Dhaka city. In a press statement, Khoka said HeI’s Secretary General Junaid Babunagari’s “so-called confessional statement” linking him and the BNP-led 18-party alliance to the Islamist group was entirely false and concocted. He claimed that the opposition alliance had no organisational or idealistic connection with Hefajat. “No one in the party was liaising with them [Hefajat],” he further said.
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May - 23 
Detectives arrested a gang of seven arms smugglers from Mirpur and Mohammadpur areas of Dhaka city on May 23, reports The Daily Star. They recovered six firearms, 28 bullets and 200 Yaba tablets from the arrestees. The arrested smugglers were identif
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Detectives arrested a gang of seven arms smugglers from Mirpur and Mohammadpur areas of Dhaka city on May 23, reports The Daily Star. They recovered six firearms, 28 bullets and 200 Yaba tablets from the arrestees. The arrested smugglers were identified as Mobarak Hossain Masud (30), Shahidul Islam Khokon (32), Fakhrul Islam Apu (31), and Sumon Hossain, 24, Halima Akhter Liza, 22, Imran and Indian national Suchandra Rabeya, (19). Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Sanwar said that Apu was an activist of the Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal, a major front organisation the main opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), in Comilla town (Comilla District) and had been involved in arms smuggling for around seven years. “An opposition leader of the city’s Mirpur area had asked Apu to bring him 15 firearms before the upcoming elections. Apu had already supplied him two firearms.” said, ADC. ADC further said that about 70 percent of Apu’s recently smuggled arms had been supplied to political leaders in and outside the capital. The ADC however could not ascertain the number of arms Apu had supplied. “We are trying to figure out the number of political leaders who had received the arms,” he said, adding that they had already got names of some political leaders but could not disclose those for the sake of investigation”.
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May - 23 
The Government is going to install a filter for sensitive content at the internet gateways of the country which would hamper free flow of information, reports Daily Star. The filter would be effective for all data passing through gateways and sites l
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The Government is going to install a filter for sensitive content at the internet gateways of the country which would hamper free flow of information, reports Daily Star. The filter would be effective for all data passing through gateways and sites like Facebook, Twitter and different blogs. Even news websites could be affected. Earlier, the Bangladesh Telecom Regulatory Commission (BTRC) called for expressions of interest from international vendors in April 2013 through its website. Nearly two dozen companies have submitted their offers for the job.
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May - 23 
Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa has said that Police powers cannot be vested with the provincial councils, Colombo Page reported on May 24. Rajapaksa has been quoted in the local media saying that he would never agree to the granting of Police
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Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa has said that Police powers cannot be vested with the provincial councils, Colombo Page reported on May 24. Rajapaksa has been quoted in the local media saying that he would never agree to the granting of Police powers to provincial councils according to the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. According to Rajapaksa, at present no provincial council exercises police powers, and if they were to be granted such powers in future, such a measure could pose a serious threat to national security and he foresees a dangerous situation. He has added that if the councils were vested with police powers, a serious situation would arise with regard to the maintenance of law and order, and even the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) would become ineffective.
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May - 23 
Technology Research and Atomic Energy Minister and JHU leader Patali Champika Ranawaka called on the government on May 23 to initiate a comprehensive programme to wipe out the idea of Eelam from Sri Lanka’s social, economic, intellectual and cultural
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Technology Research and Atomic Energy Minister and JHU leader Patali Champika Ranawaka called on the government on May 23 to initiate a comprehensive programme to wipe out the idea of Eelam from Sri Lanka’s social, economic, intellectual and cultural life, reports Daily News. “The time has come to initiate comprehensive de - Eelamification programme in the country,” he pointed out. The Minister announced his plans to submit an individual member motion in Parliament to abrogate the 13th Amendment and the Provincial Council system. Ranawaka said members of Tamil National Alliance (TNA) still espouse the notion of Tamil Eelam. “It is essential to remove this notion from the country as a counter terrorism measure by implementing law if necessary. After the liberation of Germany in 1945, the Allied Powers initiated a denazification program whereby they prohibited NSDAP-party and its subdivisions. They also dismissed NSDAP party members from executive positions in industry and office. Nazi laws were abolished and symbols removed from use. In the case of Libya, after Libya has been liberated from Muammar Gaddafi’s 42-year rule of government, the Libyan Parliament voted to ban ex-Gadaffi officials from holding any position in government or even in a political party. This is to ensure national interest and security,” explained Ranawaka. He also said Visuavanathan Rudrakumaran, a former advisor to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) ‘International Secretariat’, who is also known as the driving force behind an organization called, Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE), has reportedly become a Prime Minister of that government. “There are senior officials of Western nations that have become receptive to Rudrakumaran’s action. A process of de-Eelamification helps ban such activities and their influence on Tamil public in Sri Lanka,” he added.
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May - 23 
The Jathika Hela Urumaya (JHU), a coalition party of ruling United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA), said it will take measures to mobilize the public to urge the government to abolish the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, Colombo Page reported on
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The Jathika Hela Urumaya (JHU), a coalition party of ruling United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA), said it will take measures to mobilize the public to urge the government to abolish the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, Colombo Page reported on May 24. JHU parliamentarian Ven. Athuraliye Ratana Thero said the public must be mobilized to urge the government to change its stance on the 13th Amendment. Ven. Ratana Thero observed that the JHU's proposed motion to amend the Constitution to abolish the provincial council system in the country is to be presented to parliament next week. JHU on May 22 revealed party's proposed 19th Amendment to the Constitution primarily to repeal the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, which paved way for the power devolving Provincial Council system in the island. Thero's call to abolish the 13th Amendment came in response to the May 23 statement by Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa that the Government would not abolish the 13th Amendment. Yapa had said the government has no intention whatsoever to repeal the 13th Amendment or introduce amendments to the Constitution to remove police and land powers to the provinces or postpone the Northern Provincial Council polls. Minister Yapa said if the government introduces the Constitution or amendments to the Constitution it would be through a consensus by all stakeholders. The government would resort to a power devolution process or introduce constitutional changes only through an extensive political interaction with all political parties and other stakeholders and that is why the government took measures to constitute a Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) to discuss all these issues related to power devolution, police and land powers to PCs and security issues of the provinces, the Minister said.
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May - 24 
‘Chairman’ of NSCN-K, S.S. Khaplang has expelled Vedeta, ‘Deputy Kilonser Finance’ from the NSCN-K for his “anti party activities and for conspiring against the party”. S.S. Khaplang in a release stated that Vedeta was found guilty of promoting disun
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‘Chairman’ of NSCN-K, S.S. Khaplang has expelled Vedeta, ‘Deputy Kilonser Finance’ from the NSCN-K for his “anti party activities and for conspiring against the party”. S.S. Khaplang in a release stated that Vedeta was found guilty of promoting disunity, confusion and mistrust, among the ‘national’ workers thereby creating complete chaos within Chakhesang region. “He is found guilty of conspiring against the party and deliberately planned to defect to Khole/Kitovi group [NSCN-KK]”, the release further said.
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May - 24 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, carrying INR 300,000 on his head, was arrested on May 24 on the borders of Chatra and Palamu Districts of Jharkhand, reports Zee News. "Vinod Yadav alias Abhay Yadav was arrested on the borders of
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, carrying INR 300,000 on his head, was arrested on May 24 on the borders of Chatra and Palamu Districts of Jharkhand, reports Zee News. "Vinod Yadav alias Abhay Yadav was arrested on the borders of the two Districts, about 150 km from Ranchi," Chatra Superintendent of Police (SP) Anup Birtheray said. "A resident of Palamu, Yadav has confessed to have been involved in over 23 cases, including killing of jawans (troopers) and triggering landmine blasts," he added.
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May - 24 
A former Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI) militant, identified as Nazir Hussain, resident of Marhot in Surankote tehsil (revenue unit) of Poonch District, was arrested on May 24 along with his Pakistani wife and three children upon reaching Jogi Morh na
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A former Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI) militant, identified as Nazir Hussain, resident of Marhot in Surankote tehsil (revenue unit) of Poonch District, was arrested on May 24 along with his Pakistani wife and three children upon reaching Jogi Morh naka at Surankote from Karachi (provincial capital of Sindh, Pakistan) via Nepal, reports Daily Excelsior. Nazir had crossed over to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) from Sabjian sector of Poonch District in 2001 for arms training. He was then affiliated with Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit and underwent arms training in Sagosh training camp of PoK for more than one year. He later on came to village Nikyal and joined HuJI. One Nepali SIM card of Nepal Cell, two identity cards, issued by police authorities in PoK on the name of Nazir and Rifat (his wife) and some other belongings were recovered from the possession of the arrested persons. Police said it was being ascertained whether the family of Nazir had applied for his return under Rehabilitation Policy of the State Government or not.
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May - 24 
A People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, identified as Oinam Sidaba alias Myko alias Tony alias Charlie, reportedly with several criminal records, was arrested by a combined team of Security Forces (SFs) on May 24 around 4.10pm at
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A People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, identified as Oinam Sidaba alias Myko alias Tony alias Charlie, reportedly with several criminal records, was arrested by a combined team of Security Forces (SFs) on May 24 around 4.10pm at Pallel Bazar in Chandel District. A Police statement said he was involved in the killing of one Richard at Heirok Part-III in 2005; killing of Ngouba at Salungpham in 2006; killing of one Raja at Heirok Heituppokpi in 2007 besides being involved in the firing incident at a Thabal Chongba at Heirok in 2008. One .32 pistol, three live rounds, a mobile handset and a SIM were recovered from his possession, the Police said.
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May - 24 
A State security agency document revealed that the leader of the Independent faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-I), Paresh Baruah, had to obey Islamic radicals and convert to Islam along with his family members in return for a safe have
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A State security agency document revealed that the leader of the Independent faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-I), Paresh Baruah, had to obey Islamic radicals and convert to Islam along with his family members in return for a safe haven in Bangladesh, reports Times of India. A source associated with the compilation of the document said that Baruah, a Hindu by birth, after converting to Islam, changed his name to Kamruj Zaman Khan, while his wife Bobby Dutta is now known as Sofian Zaman. The Baruahs converted to Islam when they took refuge in Bangladesh in 2000. "His family still lives in Bangladesh under the patronage of the influential radicals and this is one reason why Baruah cannot afford to question Bangladeshi migrants back in Assam. He now lives in hiding, off the money extorted from people in Assam," the source said. Paresh Baruah now leads ULFA-I from Myanmar.
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May - 24 
A United Nation Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, identified as Naorem Gourakumar Singh, was arrested by Imphal East District Police commandos on the same day at around 8.10am from New Checkon crossing.
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A United Nation Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, identified as Naorem Gourakumar Singh, was arrested by Imphal East District Police commandos on the same day at around 8.10am from New Checkon crossing.
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May - 24 
An Army trooper who sustained injuries during the the encounter at village Bicchu in Tral area of Pulwama District on May 24, succumbed to his injuries later in the day, while Security Forces (SF) shot dead one of the three militants, identified as S
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An Army trooper who sustained injuries during the the encounter at village Bicchu in Tral area of Pulwama District on May 24, succumbed to his injuries later in the day, while Security Forces (SF) shot dead one of the three militants, identified as Saifullah Ahangar, during the encounter, reports Daily Excelsior. The militants are affiliated to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit. Earlier the militants had snatched 3 AK-47 rifles from the dead Army personnel. One snatched AK rifle of the Army and an SLR magazine was recovered from the possession of the dead militant. Militants also left behind the two SLRs which they had taken away from a minority security picket at village Arigam in Tral region in May 2012.
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May - 24 
An Army trooper, Lance Naik Rakesh Kumar, was killed in a mine blast at Krishna Ghati (KG) sector in Poonch District. Reports said the he was part of Road Opening Party (ROP), which was patrolling forward areas on the LoC at KG sector.
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An Army trooper, Lance Naik Rakesh Kumar, was killed in a mine blast at Krishna Ghati (KG) sector in Poonch District. Reports said the he was part of Road Opening Party (ROP), which was patrolling forward areas on the LoC at KG sector.
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May - 24 
Assam Tribune on May 24 reported that the ‘central committee’ of the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militants has been pumping in funds to the North East region for some time to expand their bases in this part of the country. Sources re
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Assam Tribune on May 24 reported that the ‘central committee’ of the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militants has been pumping in funds to the North East region for some time to expand their bases in this part of the country. Sources revealed that the security agencies have come to know that the ‘central committee’ of the Maoists has been pumping in funds to the region every month through Aklanta Rabha, a ‘central committee’ member arrested on April 26, 2013, to expand the bases of the Maoists in this region and also to recruit members for the outfit.
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May - 24 
Border Security Force (BSF) arrested a Pakistani woman who had crossed over to Indian side and was moving near the border in Ramgarh sector of Samba District along the International Border (IB) under suspicious circumstances, Kashmir Times reported.
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Border Security Force (BSF) arrested a Pakistani woman who had crossed over to Indian side and was moving near the border in Ramgarh sector of Samba District along the International Border (IB) under suspicious circumstances, Kashmir Times reported. She has been identified as Rashida Begum.
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May - 24 
Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) ‘chairman’ Rimpu Marak on May 24 denied that there is any new recruitment going on in the ANVC-B and maintained that there are no minor cadres with the outfit, reports Shillong Times. “We
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Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) ‘chairman’ Rimpu Marak on May 24 denied that there is any new recruitment going on in the ANVC-B and maintained that there are no minor cadres with the outfit, reports Shillong Times. “We have no minor cadres. No new recruitment is going on in the ANVC-B camp. We have been waiting for the official procedure for the final peace settlement, but nothing seems to be taking place,” Marak said in a statement. Earlier, there were reports that after former ANVC-B leader Singbirth N Marak alias Norrok X Momin, who formed the United Achik Liberation Army (UALA) after taking away many of the ANVC-B cadres, Rimpu Marak began recruiting cadres to add strength to the militant outfit. Further, the photograph released by the ANVC-B on May 23 raised suspicions on whether ANVC-B has roped in minors & girls to add to its strength.
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May - 24 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a tribal Special Police Officer (SPO), Kanhu Charan Madhi (25), in Malkangiri District, on May 24, after he did not heed to their threat to quit his job, reports The Economic Times. A group o
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a tribal Special Police Officer (SPO), Kanhu Charan Madhi (25), in Malkangiri District, on May 24, after he did not heed to their threat to quit his job, reports The Economic Times. A group of about 20 cadres attacked the house of the SPO at Kattakonda village in Kalimela area around mid-night and shot him dead.
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May - 24 
HM has claimed the responsibility of the incident. Its ‘spokesperson’ Baleeg-u-Din said that the ‘operation’ was carried out by five member squad of the outfit. “Four members have reached the to their hide outs safely while one was killed. It was a f
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HM has claimed the responsibility of the incident. Its ‘spokesperson’ Baleeg-u-Din said that the ‘operation’ was carried out by five member squad of the outfit. “Four members have reached the to their hide outs safely while one was killed. It was a five member squad who killed 5 Army men and wounded 7 others”, a local news agency quoted him as saying. As reported earlier, three Army personnel were killed on May 24 in an encounter with militants in village Buchoo located in Tral area of Pulwama District.
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May - 24 
Kanglaonline reports that United People’s Party of Kangleipak (UPPK), on May 24, signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central and Manipur Governments joining the peace process during a home coming ceremony in Imphal. The tri
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Kanglaonline reports that United People’s Party of Kangleipak (UPPK), on May 24, signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central and Manipur Governments joining the peace process during a home coming ceremony in Imphal. The tripartite MoU was signed by Shambhu Singh, Joint Secretary (northeast) on behalf of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and J Suresh Babu, Principal Secretary (Home) on behalf of the State Government. On behalf of the UPPK, the MoU was signed by the outfit`s ‘president’, Achoibam Bonbihari, its ‘home secretary’ H. Ahoi alias Lemba and ‘Chief of army’ Mayengbam Maichon. The arms laid down by the UPPK were a total of 37 weapons including one SLR, 21 HK-33 Rifles, 4 Pistols, 2 lathod guns, one each of M-22 Rifle, AK-56 Rifle, Type 81 Rifle, A-4 Rifle, A-1 Rifle, MG A-2, MG M-23, MG MK-3 and RPG. In addition to many hand grenades, the UPPK has also brought 5742 rounds of 5.56mm ammunition and 507 rounds of 7.762mm ammunition. Bonbihari, ‘president’ of UPPK said that UPPK group had decided on the path of peace as the general public does not like bloodshed. The outfit’s ‘general secretary’ Konthoujam Shanti (who was lodged at the central jail of Gauhati in connection with a case registered by the National Investigation Agency against him) arrived at Tulihal Airport in Imphal in a helicopter at about 3.30pm. and signed the MoU, adds Kanglaonline. He was flown back to Gauhati central jail in a helicopter after he attended the ceremony. Speaking at the function, Chief Minister (CM), Okram Ibobi Singh expressed his happiness that UPPK cadres had come out to join the national mainstream by laying down arms and signing the MoU following an understanding with the Government. The Government will seriously take up the actions to rehabilitate those persons who have taken the path of peace, he said. The CM further said that the door is wide open for underground organizations of all communities in the hills and the valley to return to a normal peaceful life. He appealed to other remaining rebel groups, including the United National Liberation Front (UNLF), Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) and Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL), to come to the path of peace like the UPPK. He went on to say that steps will be taken up in consultation with the Indian Government to provide equal facilities to those who have taken the path of peace including health, education sectors etc.
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May - 24 
Karimnagar District Police arrested two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at Godavarikhani, on May 24, reports The New Indian Express. Producing them before the media on May 25, District Superintendent of Police (SP), V Ravinder sai
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Karimnagar District Police arrested two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at Godavarikhani, on May 24, reports The New Indian Express. Producing them before the media on May 25, District Superintendent of Police (SP), V Ravinder said Pittala Narayana (51) alias Arjun and his wife Rella Prashanti (36) came to Godavarikhani to instigate the coal workers. The Police also seized Maoist literature and some computer accessories from them.
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May - 24 
Pakistani troops fired from across the border targeting Indian posts in South Tangdar sector (Kupwara District) for about half an hour, Daily Excelsior added.
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Pakistani troops fired from across the border targeting Indian posts in South Tangdar sector (Kupwara District) for about half an hour, Daily Excelsior added.
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May - 24 
Pakistani troops, on May 24, violating the November 2003 Case-Fire Agreement (CFA), opened fire at Indian posts at Kayan bowl in Toot Mari Gali (TMG) sub-sector in Nowgam sector, along the Line of Control (LoC), of Kupwara District, Zee News reported
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Pakistani troops, on May 24, violating the November 2003 Case-Fire Agreement (CFA), opened fire at Indian posts at Kayan bowl in Toot Mari Gali (TMG) sub-sector in Nowgam sector, along the Line of Control (LoC), of Kupwara District, Zee News reported. Brigadier Sanjeev Langar along with two troopers sustained minor injuries in the firing.
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May - 24 
Reacting to incident, the United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) said that violence is a bitter experience the people had in the past without any positive impact. It appealed all concerned Kuki underground groups within United Peoples Front (UPF) and Ku
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Reacting to incident, the United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) said that violence is a bitter experience the people had in the past without any positive impact. It appealed all concerned Kuki underground groups within United Peoples Front (UPF) and Kuki National Organization (KNO) and other splinter groups to do away with the habit of killing blood brothers from now onwards. It added that dialogue or talk should be given a chance to settle any misunderstanding.
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May - 24 
Security Forces arrested a United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militant, Jyoti Baruah (25), on May 24, reports The Telegraph. Jyoti was allegedly involved in a grenade blast case in Sivasagar in 2012.
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Security Forces arrested a United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militant, Jyoti Baruah (25), on May 24, reports The Telegraph. Jyoti was allegedly involved in a grenade blast case in Sivasagar in 2012.
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May - 24 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has begun a probe into claims by a Tamil Nadu man, Thamim Ansari (arrested on September 17, 2012), that he had visited Indian strategic and military sites for a Pakistani diplomat, Indian Express reports on May
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has begun a probe into claims by a Tamil Nadu man, Thamim Ansari (arrested on September 17, 2012), that he had visited Indian strategic and military sites for a Pakistani diplomat, Indian Express reports on May 25. Ansari has claimed he was commissioned by Amir Zubair Siddiqui, a Pakistani diplomat who is currently counselor (visa) at Islamabad's (Capital of Pakistan) mission in Colombo (Capital of Sri Lanka), to provide pictures and videos of strategic sites and installations in Tamil Nadu. According to the website of the Pakistan High Commission in Sri Lanka, Siddiqui joined the Colombo mission in 2009-10.
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May - 24 
The People’s Revolutionary party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) has claimed in a press release that the outfit is not related in any way to Oinam Sidaba alias Mico alias Tony alias Charlie who was reportedly arrested by the Thoubal Police commandos and 6th D
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The People’s Revolutionary party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) has claimed in a press release that the outfit is not related in any way to Oinam Sidaba alias Mico alias Tony alias Charlie who was reportedly arrested by the Thoubal Police commandos and 6th Dogra Rifles from Pallel bazar (Chandel District) on May 23 or the pistol recovered from him, says a report of May 24. It has said that the individual had no connection or relation with the outfit since 2010 and that the outfit had not issued any arm to him.
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May - 24 
The Sangai Express reports on May 24 that during a meeting with the ‘titular king’ of Manipur Leishemba Sanajaoba at Hebron in Dimapur District of Nagaland, Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) ‘general secretary’, Thuingal
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The Sangai Express reports on May 24 that during a meeting with the ‘titular king’ of Manipur Leishemba Sanajaoba at Hebron in Dimapur District of Nagaland, Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) ‘general secretary’, Thuingaleng Muivah stated, “Nagas and Meiteis should decide for their own future and our future will be the outcome of this decision”. According to the source, Muivah said, “It would be a blunder to believe lndia will solve our Meitei/Naga problem. Meiteis and Nagas should understand each other, not blame anyone. He said that mistake lies with the Meiteis as well as the Nagas and the problem will remain unless there is mutual understanding between the two”. Muivah further said that “We (Nagas and Meiteis) must decide for our own destiny and our future will be the outcome of this decision”. Muivah further said that since Naga-lndia and Meitei-lndia problems are different, their solutions would also be different. Nagas will extend any possible help in solving the Meiteis’ problem if a solution to the Nagas’ problem is brought about. Leishemba Sanajaoba is also reported to have said that there are numerous misunderstanding among the Nagas and Meiteis. And it is high time the Nagas and Meiteis clear up these misunderstandings. Leishemba Sanajaoba and Thuingaleng Muivah met in the early part of May 2013 at Hebron, the NSCN-lM Peace Camp in Dimapur, informed a source. Although there was no concrete agreement or commitment during the meeting, it was regarded as the first positive step to clear misunderstanding and promote rapport between the Meiteis and Nagas.
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May - 24 
Three Army personnel were killed on May 24 (today) in an encounter with militants in village Buchoo located in Tral area of Pulwama District, reports The Hindu. An Army spokesman said the troops had launched an anti-insurgency operation following a t
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Three Army personnel were killed on May 24 (today) in an encounter with militants in village Buchoo located in Tral area of Pulwama District, reports The Hindu. An Army spokesman said the troops had launched an anti-insurgency operation following a tip off about presence of militants in the area. The spokesperson said, “As the troops were laying the cordon around the village, the militants hiding in the nearby forest opened firing, resulting in death of the three jawans (troopers).” He further added that additional Security Forces (SF) have been rushed to the area and a manhunt has been launched to track down the militants.
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May - 24 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, earlier operating in Odisha, surrendered before the Vizianagaram (Vizianagaram District) Police on May 24, due to differences with the party leadership, reports The Times of India. Tadangi Vu
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, earlier operating in Odisha, surrendered before the Vizianagaram (Vizianagaram District) Police on May 24, due to differences with the party leadership, reports The Times of India. Tadangi Vujjey alias Mallesh of Chintaguda and ‘militia platoon commander’ Mandangi Ramesh of Manjiriguda, both in Borigi area of Narayanpatna block of Koraput District (Odisha) and ‘militia member’ Nachika Ruhini of the Manjiriguda area decided to come overground and surrender. According to Vizianagaram Superintendent of Police (SP) Kartikeya, the trio decided to surrender because Maoists were killing innocent tribals by labelling them as Police informers and were also obstructing the construction of roads and school buildings. Mandangi Ramesh and Mallesh were involved in the attack on the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) camp at Nalco (Koraput District) in 2009, in which 10 Security Forces (SFs) were killed.
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May - 24 
A person, identified as Abdul Salam, was killed in a hand grenade attack at a CD shop near Awami Petrol Pump of Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, on May 24, reports Daily Times.
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A person, identified as Abdul Salam, was killed in a hand grenade attack at a CD shop near Awami Petrol Pump of Quetta (Quetta District), the provincial capital of Balochistan, on May 24, reports Daily Times.
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May - 24 
At least four persons, including two militants, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 24, reports The News. Two suspected militants were killed in a Police encounter in Pakhtunabad ar
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At least four persons, including two militants, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 24, reports The News. Two suspected militants were killed in a Police encounter in Pakhtunabad area as they were escaping after shooting a man dead. After the killing of the suspected terrorists, the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) was called in as one of them was wearing a jacket and they were armed with hand grenades. The bomb experts cleared the bodies and defused the hand grenade, which was Russian-made. Police suspect the slain militants, identified as Toor Khan and Khan Muhammad Mehsud, could be linked with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) or its associated militant groups.
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May - 24 
At least six Policemen were killed and a District Police Officer (DPO) and his guard were injured when militants attacked their vehicles with rockets on the Indus Highway in Mattani area of Darra Adamkhel in Kohat District on May 24, reports Dawn.
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At least six Policemen were killed and a District Police Officer (DPO) and his guard were injured when militants attacked their vehicles with rockets on the Indus Highway in Mattani area of Darra Adamkhel in Kohat District on May 24, reports Dawn.
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May - 24 
Militants killed seven Police personnel in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on May 24, reports The Daily Times. The target of the attack was top Police Officer Dilawar Bangash, however he survived with minor injuries. Bangash was heading from Peshawar to Koha
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Militants killed seven Police personnel in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on May 24, reports The Daily Times. The target of the attack was top Police Officer Dilawar Bangash, however he survived with minor injuries. Bangash was heading from Peshawar to Kohat near the lawless tribal region when the attack occurred.
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May - 24 
One North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) driver was killed and one of the helpers was injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on a convoy of NATO containers at Shagai area, 20 kilometres (12 miles) southeast of Landi Kotal District.
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One North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) driver was killed and one of the helpers was injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on a convoy of NATO containers at Shagai area, 20 kilometres (12 miles) southeast of Landi Kotal District.
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May - 24 
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif on May 24 told the United State (US) Ambassador to Pakistan Richard Olson that the time had come for the US to respect Pakistan’s sovereignty, reports The News. During a meeting with the US
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Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif on May 24 told the United State (US) Ambassador to Pakistan Richard Olson that the time had come for the US to respect Pakistan’s sovereignty, reports The News. During a meeting with the US envoy, the PML-N chief said Pakistan offered more sacrifices than others in the war on terror. Therefore, the sacrifices of Pakistanis should be respected in the world. He said the Pakistani nation wants trade, not aid, from America. He said the Pak-US relations should be based on equality and the US should respect the sovereignty and integrity of Pakistan.
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May - 24 
Police arrested six militants, including a woman, and seized Improvised Explosives Devices (IED), hand grenades and a suicide jacket during raid on a house at Tarnab Farm on the outskirts of Peshawar. The official said it was not clear yet if the ter
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Police arrested six militants, including a woman, and seized Improvised Explosives Devices (IED), hand grenades and a suicide jacket during raid on a house at Tarnab Farm on the outskirts of Peshawar. The official said it was not clear yet if the terrorists had links with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) or Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) outfits.
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May - 24 
Three children were injured in a hand grenade attack at a school in Orangi town, reports Daily Times.
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Three children were injured in a hand grenade attack at a school in Orangi town, reports Daily Times.
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May - 24 
Three persons were killed in a suicide attack, targeting Hazi Hayatullah, leader of Afghan religious outfits Jamatul Dawa Alquran and Sunnah, on Pajagi Road in Saeedabad area of Peshawar (Peshawar District), the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkh
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Three persons were killed in a suicide attack, targeting Hazi Hayatullah, leader of Afghan religious outfits Jamatul Dawa Alquran and Sunnah, on Pajagi Road in Saeedabad area of Peshawar (Peshawar District), the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports Daily Times. Peshawar Police official Imran Shahid said the bomber was waiting for the Afghan leader outside the main gate of a seminary. The leader, however, survived the attack and escaped unhurt.
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May - 24 
Unidentified assailants hurled a hand grenade at the vehicle of Security Forces (SFs) in the Tump area of Turbat District, which left two security personnel injured.
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Unidentified assailants hurled a hand grenade at the vehicle of Security Forces (SFs) in the Tump area of Turbat District, which left two security personnel injured.
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May - 24 
HLPC on May 24 decided to hold talks with the Government to know the position of various agitating parties regarding the proposed provisions on election related laws. A meeting of HLPC held at its secretariat in New Baneshwar decided to hold talks wi
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HLPC on May 24 decided to hold talks with the Government to know the position of various agitating parties regarding the proposed provisions on election related laws. A meeting of HLPC held at its secretariat in New Baneshwar decided to hold talks with the Government to review the progress made in talks with various agitating parties and reach a conclusion through the exchange of ideas on ending the dispute over proposed election related ordinances. Both the government and HLPC had held separate talks with the agitating parties to learn about the latter´s concerns and bring them onboard the election process.
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May - 24 
Information Minister, Hasanul Haq Inu pointing towards opposition said that a caretaker government framework cannot be worked out by issuing threats from the streets. “Hammering out an interim polls-time system requires the consent of both the partie
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Information Minister, Hasanul Haq Inu pointing towards opposition said that a caretaker government framework cannot be worked out by issuing threats from the streets. “Hammering out an interim polls-time system requires the consent of both the parties. Discard the destructive activities and sit in talks. Then there’ll be a solution,” he said. Haq Inu termed Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) a “terrorist outfit”, and said that they unleashed terror and destructive activities whenever they got permission for rallies.
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May - 24 
Army Commander Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya told The Divaina that only three camps would be kept in the Jaffna peninsula and the rest of the camps would be withdrawn, Colombo Page reported on May 25. The lands where the camps are presently es
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Army Commander Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya told The Divaina that only three camps would be kept in the Jaffna peninsula and the rest of the camps would be withdrawn, Colombo Page reported on May 25. The lands where the camps are presently established would be returned to the legal owners, the Army Commander said. He also said that the withdrawn camps are to be relocated in the Army colony. Plans are afoot to set up a new Army colony in Jaffna peninsula. The new Army colony will be established in the Palaly area where the defense forces headquarters and the airport is situated. The Kankasanthurai naval harbor will also be established in the colony. The government has decided to acquire 6,381 hectares of the land in Jaffna that is now being used as High Security Zones (HSZs) permanently and to pay compensation to the owners of the land. The government has allocated SLR 400 million to pay the land owners. According to the government, the lands in the HSZs of Weligamam North in the Palaly and Kankasanthurai (KKS) areas are to be acquired for the expansion of the Palaly airport and the KKS harbor. The Army Commander further said that the maintenance of law and order in relation to civil administration of the areas released for civilian activity would be the sole responsibility of the Police.
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May - 24 
The Government on May 24 stressed that the US embassy as any other foreign mission based in Colombo should get prior approval to engage with local government authorities. According to External Affairs Ministry Secretary Karunathilake Amunugama, forei
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The Government on May 24 stressed that the US embassy as any other foreign mission based in Colombo should get prior approval to engage with local government authorities. According to External Affairs Ministry Secretary Karunathilake Amunugama, foreign missions should either inform or get prior approval to implement any project in agreement with the local government authorities. “This is an international norm,” he said. The Secretary’s comments came in the wake of the US embassy move to set up a public information and activity centre known as the American Corner in agreement with the Trincomalee Urban Council. The Agreement with regard to the establishment of this centre was signed by officials of the US embassy in Colombo and the Trincomalee Urban Council on May 22, without the knowledge of External Affairs Ministry. US embassy spokesman and Director Press Cultural and Educational Affairs Christopher Teal told the Daily News that the embassy has put up these information centers in Kandy and Jaffna without any prior approval from the External Affairs Ministry. He said that the same process was adopted for the establishment of the American Corner at the Trincomalee Public library. “The purpose of setting up of these information centres are to provide vital information to the people particularly the student population in the East”, he said, adding, the mission is contemplating setting up such a Centre in the south soon.
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May - 24 
The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) on May 24 insisted on complete power devolution to the provinces through the 13th Amendment to the Constitution since problems over the provincial councils are due to the incomplete devolution of power by successive
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The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) on May 24 insisted on complete power devolution to the provinces through the 13th Amendment to the Constitution since problems over the provincial councils are due to the incomplete devolution of power by successive governments, reports Colombo Page. TNA parliamentarian, Suresh Premachandran said that the respective governments had appointed committees that have made various proposals but the problems over the provincial councils in the country have not been resolved through the years. Premachandran said the TNA expects nothing less than complete devolution of financial, Police and land powers to the provinces through the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. According to Premachandran, late President Ranasinghe Premadasa had appointed the Mangala Munasinghe Commission, and former President Chandrika Kumaratunga came up with another solution. The present government appointed the All Party Representative Committee (APRC), he noted. Premachandran said that the governing party needed to resolve its stance on the devolution of power among its coalition partners since they are expressing differing views.
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May - 25 
Another Times of India report says Maoists who planned the Darbha massacre picked their spot well as investigations have revealed that the reason why the ambush site was not sanitized ahead of a Congress leaders' convoy passing through the area was b
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Another Times of India report says Maoists who planned the Darbha massacre picked their spot well as investigations have revealed that the reason why the ambush site was not sanitized ahead of a Congress leaders' convoy passing through the area was because of a thinly spread out force. The force deployed in the area is capable of covering not more than 10km but was tasked with covering 25km. There are only two companies of the force in the region stationed at a distance of 25 km - one at Darbha and the other at Tongpal. On May 25, the handful of Security Force personnel — about 50 — guarding Congress leaders found themselves far outnumbered and outgunned by a contingent of 200-250 Maoists who fired a hail of bullets leading to 28 deaths, including eight security men. The policemen fought until all their ammunition was exhausted.
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May - 25 
Chief Minister (CM) Omar Abdullah on May 25 said that the wars, ceasefire violations between India and Pakistan and gun culture were no solution to any problems including Kashmir, which can be solved by only through peace and talks, Daily Excelsior r
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Chief Minister (CM) Omar Abdullah on May 25 said that the wars, ceasefire violations between India and Pakistan and gun culture were no solution to any problems including Kashmir, which can be solved by only through peace and talks, Daily Excelsior reported. Referring to the May 11, 2013, General Elections in Pakistan, he said this was the first general election in Pakistan in which no party made Kashmir an issue providing ground for resumption of bilateral dialogue between the two countries, which would directly benefit Jammu and Kashmir.
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May - 25 
Director General of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), Major General Aziz Ahmed, on May 25 asserted that Bangladesh was not harbouring any militant outfits which were engaged in armed conflict against India, reports The Shillong Times. Ahmed reiterated t
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Director General of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), Major General Aziz Ahmed, on May 25 asserted that Bangladesh was not harbouring any militant outfits which were engaged in armed conflict against India, reports The Shillong Times. Ahmed reiterated that Bangladesh would not allow the use of its territory for insurgency activities against India. The BGB official also expressed his view that the situation has improved and BGB will always cooperate with the Border Security Force (BSF) to guard the international borders in a more effective manner. Reacting to a query about the handing over of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leader Anup Chetia to India, the BGB chief said that the Bangladesh Government cannot take any decision with regards to his extradition since the matter was being handled by a court of law.
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May - 25 May - 27
Kanglaonline reports that one person, identified as Nongthoubam Jila (50), was abducted by three/four unidentified armed persons on May 25 from near Keishampat junction in Imphal West District at around 9.30 pm. He was reportedly blindfolded and then
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Kanglaonline reports that one person, identified as Nongthoubam Jila (50), was abducted by three/four unidentified armed persons on May 25 from near Keishampat junction in Imphal West District at around 9.30 pm. He was reportedly blindfolded and then given an electric shock before being assaulted. Later, he was released after being asked to hand over the money before 4pm on May 27 (today). The militants reportedly served a monetary demand of INR 500000.
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May - 25 
Meanwhile, a preliminary forensic investigation of the May 25 Maoist attack (Darbha in Sukma District) has revealed that between 27 to 30 kilograms of explosives were used in the strike, reports Zee News. The forensic analysis conducted by a National
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Meanwhile, a preliminary forensic investigation of the May 25 Maoist attack (Darbha in Sukma District) has revealed that between 27 to 30 kilograms of explosives were used in the strike, reports Zee News. The forensic analysis conducted by a National Security Guard (NSG) team also revealed that ammonium nitrate was used in the explosives detonated to target the convoy of Congress Party and worker.
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May - 25 
Nagaland Post reports that the Breakaway faction of the A’chik National Volunteers Council (ANVC-B) has raised a women’s militant wing to ‘fight’ crime against women. “We are Garo women joining the ANVC (B) to be safe. Many women are raped outside, b
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Nagaland Post reports that the Breakaway faction of the A’chik National Volunteers Council (ANVC-B) has raised a women’s militant wing to ‘fight’ crime against women. “We are Garo women joining the ANVC (B) to be safe. Many women are raped outside, but the ANVC (B) is safe for women and we are trained to defend ourselves from men,” said Silan Ginchi Marak, the women’s ‘military wing chief’ of ANVC-B on May 25. The women rebels, numbering around 300, are located in two undisclosed camps at Garo Hills in western Meghalaya. Meghalaya Government statistics reveal that in 2012, 236 crimes were reported against women, of which 158 were rapes. Ginchi Marak also revealed that the United Achik Liberation Army (UALA) leader, Norrok alias Singbirth Marak is determined to kill them but she asserted that the cadres are ready to fight Norrok’s men, ‘though neither the police nor the Government is helping them’, adds The Shillong Times. In an earlier statement, the ANVC-B had made it clear that Norrok was a coward aiming to kill ANVC-B women cadres.
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May - 25 
Police arrested National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militant, Falgun Debbarma, from Dhundrai Para under West Tripura District on May 25, reports The Shillong Times. NLFT militant, Falgun was one of the prime accused in Jarulbachai massacre (F
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Police arrested National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militant, Falgun Debbarma, from Dhundrai Para under West Tripura District on May 25, reports The Shillong Times. NLFT militant, Falgun was one of the prime accused in Jarulbachai massacre (February 1997). The CID had filed charge-sheet against 16 NFLT militants among whom 11 were reported absconding.
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May - 25 
The All Assam Gorkha Students Union (AAGSU) on May 25 blocked the National Highway-52 in Sonitpur District, for two hours, to protest against extortion notices given by National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) to Gorkha residents of Bodoland Terr
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The All Assam Gorkha Students Union (AAGSU) on May 25 blocked the National Highway-52 in Sonitpur District, for two hours, to protest against extortion notices given by National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) to Gorkha residents of Bodoland Territorial Administrated District (BTAD) and parts of Sonitpur District, reports The Telegraph. AAGSU ‘Sonitpur District committee secretary’ Gopal Chetry said the NDFB threatened the people living in the Nepali dominated villages to provide INR 50,000 or else leave the BTAD Districts. Chetry also claimed that the more than 200,000 Gorkha population at Charduar, Balijuri, Tinikhuti, Vimajuli, Gohpur and Biswanath Chariali subdivisions were not feeling safe due to the extortion drive of the insurgent group adds Zee News.
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May - 25 
The Defence Minister A K Antony on May 25 said that India will soon form a cyber command to handle the online threats being faced by the country, The Times of India reported. He said, "We have already got a mechanism for cyber security but we are aug
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The Defence Minister A K Antony on May 25 said that India will soon form a cyber command to handle the online threats being faced by the country, The Times of India reported. He said, "We have already got a mechanism for cyber security but we are augmenting it further and the forces are finalizing a proposal for a cyber command." There were reports of terrorist organisations targeting the computer networks of establishments and offices in the country recently, prompting the government to strengthen cyber security.
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May - 25 May - 26
Top Congress leaders, including State Congress Chief Nand Kumar Patel, senior Congress leader Mahendra Karma (founder of Salwa Judum, an anti-Maoist vigilante group) and former Congress Member of Legislative Assembly, Uday Mudliyar, were among 28 per
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Top Congress leaders, including State Congress Chief Nand Kumar Patel, senior Congress leader Mahendra Karma (founder of Salwa Judum, an anti-Maoist vigilante group) and former Congress Member of Legislative Assembly, Uday Mudliyar, were among 28 persons killed when heavily-armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres ambushed a convoy of the leaders inside a dense forest in Sukma District on May 25, reports Times of India. Former Union Minister V C Shukla was among 30 others injured in the incident. The bodies of Nand Kumar Patel and his son Dinesh, who were abducted by the Maoists during the attack on May 25, were recovered on May 26 (today).
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May - 25 
Four people, including a Policeman, were killed in separate acts of targeted attacks in Karachi city on May 25, reports The Daily Times. A Police constable, Iqbal Hafeez, (32), was shot dead in a targeted attack in Manghopir area of Karachi city whil
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Four people, including a Policeman, were killed in separate acts of targeted attacks in Karachi city on May 25, reports The Daily Times. A Police constable, Iqbal Hafeez, (32), was shot dead in a targeted attack in Manghopir area of Karachi city while unidentified armed riders killed Abdul Rauf, a private security guard in Manghopir while he was on his way to home.
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May - 25 
One Sikandar Anwar (23) was shot dead inside his sanitary shop within Surjani Police remits.
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One Sikandar Anwar (23) was shot dead inside his sanitary shop within Surjani Police remits.
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May - 25 
Owner of the goods transport, Fateh Mohammad (26) was shot dead and Abdul Malik wounded, when unidentified culprits opened indiscriminate firing on them in Baldia Town No 2.
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Owner of the goods transport, Fateh Mohammad (26) was shot dead and Abdul Malik wounded, when unidentified culprits opened indiscriminate firing on them in Baldia Town No 2.
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May - 25 
The trial of seven Pakistani suspects, including Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘commander’ Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi, charged with involvement in the November 26, 2008 (26/11) Mumbai (Maharashtra, India) terror attacks was on May 25 adjourned till June 1 as the g
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The trial of seven Pakistani suspects, including Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘commander’ Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi, charged with involvement in the November 26, 2008 (26/11) Mumbai (Maharashtra, India) terror attacks was on May 25 adjourned till June 1 as the government is yet to appoint a chief prosecutor to handle the case, The Times of India reported. The trial suffered a major setback when chief prosecutor Chaudhry Zulfiqar Ali of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) was killed by suspected militants in Islamabad on May 3, 2013.
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May - 25 
Police arrested 30 Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres in Chittagong District on May 25, reports Daily Star. The arrestees included ICS’s Hazi Mohammad Mohsin Government College unit ‘Secretary’, Rezwanul Haque Zishan, and ICS’s Chittagong city unit ‘
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Police arrested 30 Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres in Chittagong District on May 25, reports Daily Star. The arrestees included ICS’s Hazi Mohammad Mohsin Government College unit ‘Secretary’, Rezwanul Haque Zishan, and ICS’s Chittagong city unit ‘Madrasah Affairs Secretary’, Enamul Haque Sayeed.
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May - 26 
Chhattisgarh High Court Justice Prashant Mishra will probe the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attack on Congress leaders in Jiram valley of Darbha region of Sukma District on May 25, reports jagran.com. The judicial commission will subm
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Chhattisgarh High Court Justice Prashant Mishra will probe the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attack on Congress leaders in Jiram valley of Darbha region of Sukma District on May 25, reports jagran.com. The judicial commission will submit its report within three months. Chief Minister Raman Singh on May 26 ordered the judicial probe into the incident and requested the High Court Chief Justice to appoint a sitting judge to head the judicial commission.
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May - 26 
Delhi Police said on May 26 that it had identified the person who was the main link between Dawood Ibrahim's D-company operatives based in Dubai and bookies in India in Indian Premier League (IPL) match fixing chain, The Times of India reported on Ma
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Delhi Police said on May 26 that it had identified the person who was the main link between Dawood Ibrahim's D-company operatives based in Dubai and bookies in India in Indian Premier League (IPL) match fixing chain, The Times of India reported on May 27. Police said the man, identified as Aamir, was the 'representative' of the underworld in the bookie trade. The payoffs to players for spot-fixing came from overseas and were routed to bookies through Aamir. Aamir's email account was being used for various monetary transactions linked with fixing.
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May - 26 
Foiling an incursion, the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel shot dead an intruder at Varsha border post in Sri Ganganagar sector (Ganganagar District) along the International Border (IB) on May 26, The Times of India reported. Rajasthan BSF Deput
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Foiling an incursion, the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel shot dead an intruder at Varsha border post in Sri Ganganagar sector (Ganganagar District) along the International Border (IB) on May 26, The Times of India reported. Rajasthan BSF Deputy Inspector General (DIG) R.K Thapa said that border guards asked the intruder to stop, but instead of stopping the intruder started climbing the fencing. Despite repeated warning, the intruder did not stop and was then shot dead.
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May - 26 
Independent faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-I) ‘criticized’ the State Government’s failure to prevent killing of one-horned rhinoceros in the Kaziranga National Park (KNP) despite its ‘tall claim’ over enhanced deployment of forces a
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Independent faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-I) ‘criticized’ the State Government’s failure to prevent killing of one-horned rhinoceros in the Kaziranga National Park (KNP) despite its ‘tall claim’ over enhanced deployment of forces armed with sophisticated weapons, reports The Shillong Times. The ULFA-I in an e-mailed statement to the media called upon the people of Assam to demand withdrawal of all forces from KNP for their failure to protect the rhino and demanded that the responsibility of protection of Kaziranga resources should be handed over to fringe area villagers. The ULFA-I further stated that it would cooperate with villagers in protecting the rhino and other resources of the Park.
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May - 26 
Investigations by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) have revealed that two days before the August 1, 2012, serial blasts on in Pune (Maharashtra), Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Riyaz Bhatkal had an Internet chat on the attack with one of
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Investigations by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) have revealed that two days before the August 1, 2012, serial blasts on in Pune (Maharashtra), Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Riyaz Bhatkal had an Internet chat on the attack with one of the three suspects who allegedly placed the bombs, Indian Express reports on May 27. As per the chargesheet in the case submitted by the ATS at the Special MCOCA Court in Mumbai on April 30, suspect Feroz alias Humza Abdul Hameed Sayyed, chatted with Bhatkal on a Yahoo account on July 30, 2012. According to the ATS, during investigation, Feroz, who ran a garments shop in the Pune Camp area, had given the details of his e-mail accounts through which he was in contact with Bhatkal as well as alleged Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operative Fayyaz Kagzi, who are suspected to be functioning from Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. The ATS claims to have traced four e-mail addresses and one Facebook account to Feroz. He allegedly admitted to using e-mail account '
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' on Yahoo! Messenger to chat with Bhatkal, who reportedly used the id 'lovelyhunk34', May 31, 2012, onwards. Investigators claimed to have found 20 chats between the two, with the last being on July 30, 2012. Apart from the printouts of their "chat history", the ATS has also attached what it claims are printouts of chats between Feroz and Kagzi. The ATS claims that Feroz used yahoo account '
[email protected]
' for chatting with Kagzi on e-mail id 'hi.dude86'. Further, the DNA analysis of several items, including a red and blue jacket that was reportedly found on blast site, had helped ATS to zero in on the accused, reported on May 29. According to the chargesheet submitted by the ATS, DNA samples taken from a red and blue windcheater, and pillows and bedsheets seized from a flat in Kasarwadi, where the bombs were allegedly assembled, matched the DNA of blood samples of two of the suspects. According to Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) report, dated April 15, 2013, the DNA profile of the sweat traces found on the jacket and blood sample of suspect Feroz are "identical and from one and the same source of male origin". DNA profile matches with the maternal and paternal alleles in the source". Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) has stated that each of the bombs carried about 500 to 750 gm of ammonium nitrate, two wrist watches, two or three detonators, two 9 Volt batteries and ball bearing sheet. Each bomb had a potential to cause massive damage over a 250-metre radius. If they had exploded with their full intensity, about 80 to 100 persons could have died and 200 more injured.
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May - 26 
Pakistani troops violated the Cease-Fire Agreement (CFA) on May 26 in Kayan Bowl area of Toot Mari Gali (TMG) sub-sector in Nowgam sector of Kupwara District, reports Daily Excelsior. A senior Army officer said, “It was raining heavily in the area a
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Pakistani troops violated the Cease-Fire Agreement (CFA) on May 26 in Kayan Bowl area of Toot Mari Gali (TMG) sub-sector in Nowgam sector of Kupwara District, reports Daily Excelsior. A senior Army officer said, “It was raining heavily in the area and visibility is almost zero. The Army is on high alert along the LoC (Line of Control) in Nowgam sector after LoC firing which is normally aimed at providing cover to the infiltrating militants.”
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May - 26 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested two militants of the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA), identified as Abdul Hussain and Abdul Khalak, at Rowmari area in Darrang District on May 26, reports India booms. SFs recovered a .303 rifle, one pi
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested two militants of the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA), identified as Abdul Hussain and Abdul Khalak, at Rowmari area in Darrang District on May 26, reports India booms. SFs recovered a .303 rifle, one pistol and three rounds ammunition from them.
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May - 26 
SFs arrested a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkman, Matiyur Rahman, from village Barajol in Nalbari District on May 26, reports The Sentinel. SFs recovered one 7.65mm US made pistol and 2 live rounds were from his possession.
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SFs arrested a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkman, Matiyur Rahman, from village Barajol in Nalbari District on May 26, reports The Sentinel. SFs recovered one 7.65mm US made pistol and 2 live rounds were from his possession.
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May - 26 
Sikh organization Dal Khalsa has sent a ‘memo’ to the European Union (EU) for intervention on the issue and to save Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) militant Devender Pal Singh Bhullar, who was awarded death sentence for killing nine persons and inju
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Sikh organization Dal Khalsa has sent a ‘memo’ to the European Union (EU) for intervention on the issue and to save Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) militant Devender Pal Singh Bhullar, who was awarded death sentence for killing nine persons and injuring 17 others in Delhi in a bomb attack on September 11, 1993, reports The Times of India on May 26. The ‘memo’ sent by Dal Khalsa to the New Delhi based EU ambassador reads, "We seek the active intervention of the European Union in exerting diplomatic pressure and raising humanitarian concerns to stop the execution of death sentence of Professor Davinder Pal Singh Bhullar, who is on death row and whose sentence has been confirmed by the Supreme Court of India in April, despite original conviction based on confession before police, no corroboration of evidence of any kind, split judgment of the Supreme Court in upholding the sentence of capital punishment, inordinate delay in carrying out the sentence as well as ignoring the mental status of the accused."
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May - 26 
The Centre has made it clear that it would not talk to any more splinter militant groups in future, The Shillong Times reported on May 27. The annual report of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) for 2012-13 said that the Government was ready to hold talk
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The Centre has made it clear that it would not talk to any more splinter militant groups in future, The Shillong Times reported on May 27. The annual report of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) for 2012-13 said that the Government was ready to hold talks with any group or outfit which is willing to abjure violence, lay down arms and agree to abide by the Constitution of India. “However, if there is a splinter group in future, then Government will not consider talking to them,” the report said. The militancy scenario in Meghalaya reveals that the members of existing three militant groups in Garo Hills, Garo national Liberation Army (GNLA), Breakaway faction of the A’chik National Volunteers Council (ANVC-B) and United Achik Liberation Army (UALA) were once part and parcel of the mother organization ANVC which is currently under ceasefire. While the current ‘commander-in-chief’ of GNLA, Sohan Shira was the ‘area commander’ of ANVC, the ‘chairman’ of ANVC-B, Rimpu Marak was the ‘spokesperson’ of ANVC. Further, the present ‘commander-in-chief’ of UALA was a senior ANVC-B cadre.
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May - 26 
The Information Centre for Hill Areas, Manipur (ICHAM), has in a release said that it considers the meeting between Th Muivah, ‘general secretary’ of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and a team led by the ‘titular king’
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The Information Centre for Hill Areas, Manipur (ICHAM), has in a release said that it considers the meeting between Th Muivah, ‘general secretary’ of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and a team led by the ‘titular king’ of Manipur, Leisemba Sanajaoba’ at NSCN-IM camp in Hebron, in Dimapur District of Nagaland, recently as a milestone and welcome gesture, reports Kanglaonline on May 26. “The meeting of such two prominent personalities of the area will not only promote brotherly neighbourhood, sense of belongingness, solidarity and closer understanding not only between the Meitei and the Naga brothers but across the whole north eastern states of India and beyond,” the release said.
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May - 26 
The Kuki National Front-Nehlun faction (KNF-Nehlun) has denied its involvement in the killing of Seikhopao Kipgen, ‘commanding officer’ of Ebenezer Camp of the KNF-President faction (KNF-P) on May 23, reports The Sangai Express on May 26. Clarifying
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The Kuki National Front-Nehlun faction (KNF-Nehlun) has denied its involvement in the killing of Seikhopao Kipgen, ‘commanding officer’ of Ebenezer Camp of the KNF-President faction (KNF-P) on May 23, reports The Sangai Express on May 26. Clarifying that none of its cadres venture into Sapermeina where the killing took place, a statement issued by the ‘Information & Publicity secretary’ of KNF-Nehlun, Gogou Vaiphei said that the KNF-P blamed them without citing any genuine evidence and urged the Government to support them to harass the KNF-N as they are not a party to the Suspension of Operation (SoO) just to conceal their own pre-planned activity.
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May - 26 
The Meghalaya State Women’s Commission (MSWC), on May 26, expressed concern over recent reports of women joining the militant outfits in the State. Terming it as a dangerous trend, the MSWC urged the women to return to the mainstream. Reacting to the
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The Meghalaya State Women’s Commission (MSWC), on May 26, expressed concern over recent reports of women joining the militant outfits in the State. Terming it as a dangerous trend, the MSWC urged the women to return to the mainstream. Reacting to the reports of ANVC-B training women cadres, the chairperson of the commission, Theilin Phanbuh said, “It is a dangerous trend for the young women, mostly teenagers to join the militant groups to fight crimes against women.”
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May - 26 
Weapons manufactured in illegal factories of Munger (Munger District) in Bihar have found their way to Indian Mujahideen terrorists (IM), Delhi Police sources said on May 26, according to PTI. They said investigators have recovered illegal weapons ma
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Weapons manufactured in illegal factories of Munger (Munger District) in Bihar have found their way to Indian Mujahideen terrorists (IM), Delhi Police sources said on May 26, according to PTI. They said investigators have recovered illegal weapons made in Munger from the five persons arrested in connection with Pune (Maharashtra) blasts of August 1, 2012. They had allegedly told Policemen that they bought the weapons from Munger.
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May - 26 
A body of one Mohammed Tariq Jameel (20) was found lying near the Airports Security Force (ASF) ground in the Airport Police remits.
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A body of one Mohammed Tariq Jameel (20) was found lying near the Airports Security Force (ASF) ground in the Airport Police remits.
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May - 26 
An activist of the Ahl-e-Sunnat Wal Jama’at (ASWJ), identified as Doctor Hanif (40), was shot dead, while his wife was injured by unidentified assailants near Rimsha Morr in New Karachi area.
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An activist of the Ahl-e-Sunnat Wal Jama’at (ASWJ), identified as Doctor Hanif (40), was shot dead, while his wife was injured by unidentified assailants near Rimsha Morr in New Karachi area.
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May - 26 
An unidentified fisherman was killed in the crossfire between two Lyari gangster groups in the Machar Colony near Saddam Chowk.
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An unidentified fisherman was killed in the crossfire between two Lyari gangster groups in the Machar Colony near Saddam Chowk.
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May - 26 
At least seven persons were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 26, reports The News. Amir Farooqi alias Ali (32), a member of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), was shot dead by four u
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At least seven persons were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 26, reports The News. Amir Farooqi alias Ali (32), a member of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), was shot dead by four unidentified assailants outside his house in Block-A of North Nazimabad.
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May - 26 
Law Enforcement Agencies (LEA) arrested two militants near the Super Highway Toll Plaza, while weapons and grenades were also recovered from their possession.
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Law Enforcement Agencies (LEA) arrested two militants near the Super Highway Toll Plaza, while weapons and grenades were also recovered from their possession.
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May - 26 
SFs defused a bomb in Karboga Sharif area of Hangu District.
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SFs defused a bomb in Karboga Sharif area of Hangu District.
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May - 26 
Shaukat Ali Chandio (35) was shot dead in the Sherpao Colony of Quaidabad. Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Quaidabad Ghulam Nabi said that the victim was the resident of Jumma Gabol Goth in Shah Latif and originated from Larkana in Sindh.
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Shaukat Ali Chandio (35) was shot dead in the Sherpao Colony of Quaidabad. Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Quaidabad Ghulam Nabi said that the victim was the resident of Jumma Gabol Goth in Shah Latif and originated from Larkana in Sindh.
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May - 26 
The Human Rights Society of Pakistan (HRSP) on May 26 in its special report on the general election observes that the elections have marked a referendum against extremism, reports Dawn. The nation has rejected fundamentalism and upheld freedom of tho
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The Human Rights Society of Pakistan (HRSP) on May 26 in its special report on the general election observes that the elections have marked a referendum against extremism, reports Dawn. The nation has rejected fundamentalism and upheld freedom of thought. The report said the turnout of voters was the highest (55.14 per cent) despite the unfavourable environment prevalent before the elections, threats of target killings of candidates and bomb blasts right up to the day of polling. The voters stood in queues at polling booths for long hours. This had even prompted foreign observers to declare that the nation of Pakistan braved the violence and expressed their opinion via ballot papers.
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May - 26 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on May 26 issued a fresh threat to assassinate former President General (retired) Pervez Musharraf, currently detained in his palatial farmhouse in Islamabad, over a string of high-profile cases, reports Daily Tim
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on May 26 issued a fresh threat to assassinate former President General (retired) Pervez Musharraf, currently detained in his palatial farmhouse in Islamabad, over a string of high-profile cases, reports Daily Times. TTP spokesman Ehsanullah Ehsan issued a fresh warning in a video message posted on TTP website Umar Media, saying, “Soon we will punish this Satan (devil) to death for his wicked deed”. Musharraf went to the top of the Taliban hit list after ordering the army in 2007 to storm the Red Mosque in Islamabad (Federal capital). The operation left more than 100 people dead and opened the floodgates to militant attacks in Pakistan. From Balochistan to Waziristan, Musharraf threw this country in blood and fire, he is the killer of hundreds of innocent students of Lal Masjid (red Mosque).” Before his arrival in March, the TTP had threatened to kill him for his alliance in the United States (US)-led “war on terror” and attempts to clamp down on militants, when he was in power.
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May - 26 
Two dead bodies of unidentified persons were found lying in some bushes near Konkar Nadi in the Gadap City Police limits.
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Two dead bodies of unidentified persons were found lying in some bushes near Konkar Nadi in the Gadap City Police limits.
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May - 26 
Two Security Force (SF) personnel were injured in a militants attacked on a security checkpost in Janikhel tehsil (revenue unit) of Bannu District, on May 26, reports Daily Times.
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Two Security Force (SF) personnel were injured in a militants attacked on a security checkpost in Janikhel tehsil (revenue unit) of Bannu District, on May 26, reports Daily Times.
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May - 26 
Nepali Congress (NC) President Sushil Koirala has alleged that Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) was backtracking on the agreements reached earlier on election-related laws in its attempt to defer the elections, reports Myrepublica. Ko
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Nepali Congress (NC) President Sushil Koirala has alleged that Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) was backtracking on the agreements reached earlier on election-related laws in its attempt to defer the elections, reports Myrepublica. Koirala argued that the latest position of the UCPN-M against eligibility threshold for seats under proportional electoral system and 601-member Constituent Assembly (CA) was a deliberate move of the Maoists to defer the election scheduled for December. The Election Commission (EC) had originally proposed keeping 1.5 percent votes as election eligibility threshold under the proportional electoral system. But the parties, according to Koirala, had made an agreement to keep 1 percent threshold.
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May - 26 
A Chittagong court on May 26 sent the arrestees to jail in connection with assaulting Police and vandalising vehicles in Chittagong city on December 9, 2012, and February 6, 2013.
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A Chittagong court on May 26 sent the arrestees to jail in connection with assaulting Police and vandalising vehicles in Chittagong city on December 9, 2012, and February 6, 2013.
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May - 26 
A clash between hartal (general strike) supporters and Police left at least 10 people injured in Narayanganj District during the countrywide hartal called by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party-led 18-party alliance, reports Daily Star. Seven vehicles i
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A clash between hartal (general strike) supporters and Police left at least 10 people injured in Narayanganj District during the countrywide hartal called by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party-led 18-party alliance, reports Daily Star. Seven vehicles including a Police van were vandalised by pro-hartal pickets.
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May - 26 
A Dhaka court on May 26 issued an arrest warrant for Tarique, elder son of BNP chief Khaleda Zia, in connection with a money laundering case after the Anti-Corruption Commission had sought permission to bring him back with the help of Interpol.
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A Dhaka court on May 26 issued an arrest warrant for Tarique, elder son of BNP chief Khaleda Zia, in connection with a money laundering case after the Anti-Corruption Commission had sought permission to bring him back with the help of Interpol.
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May - 26 
A Dhaka court on May 26 issued arrest warrant against BNP senior vice chairman, Tarique Rahman, [elder son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia], & asked the Government to take necessary steps to bring him back from Britain with the help of Interpol.
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A Dhaka court on May 26 issued arrest warrant against BNP senior vice chairman, Tarique Rahman, [elder son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia], & asked the Government to take necessary steps to bring him back from Britain with the help of Interpol.
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May - 26 
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led 18 party alliance observed hartal (general strike) on May 26 in Chittagong, Laxmipur, Feni, Comilla, Tangail, Madaripur, Joypurhat and Faridpur protesting an arrest warrant against BNP’s ‘vice-president’, Tariq
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Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led 18 party alliance observed hartal (general strike) on May 26 in Chittagong, Laxmipur, Feni, Comilla, Tangail, Madaripur, Joypurhat and Faridpur protesting an arrest warrant against BNP’s ‘vice-president’, Tarique Rahman in connection with a money laundering case, reports Daily Star. The decision to go for a hartal on May 29 was made at a meeting of 18-party top leaders with BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia in the chair at her Gulshan office on May 26.Meeting sources said Khaleda Zia, mother of Tarique, instructed the 18-party leaders to observe a tougher hartal tomorrow by ensuring their presence on the streets. Hartal supporters vandalised at least 17 vehicles and exploded a dozen homemade crude bombs in different parts of the capital Dhaka and in Narayanganj.
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May - 26 
Pickets blasted crude bombs in Adabar area of Mohammadpur, Tejgaon, Shahbagh, Gabtoli and Uttara areas of Dhaka City. They vandalised several vehicles in different parts of the city including Panthapath and Mirpur-10. Incidents of vandalism and expl
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Pickets blasted crude bombs in Adabar area of Mohammadpur, Tejgaon, Shahbagh, Gabtoli and Uttara areas of Dhaka City. They vandalised several vehicles in different parts of the city including Panthapath and Mirpur-10. Incidents of vandalism and explosion of crude bombs were also reported from Chittagong, Sylhet and Satkhira Districts. Pickets blocked highways and roads with logs in Chandpur and Satkhira.
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May - 26 
Police on May 26 arrested three Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI)–ICS cadres at Boalia under Gomostapur sub-District in Chapainawabganj District. The trio, identified as Kamruzzaman (30), Mohammad Raihan (22) and Golam Azam (22), were arrested in the case relate
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Police on May 26 arrested three Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI)–ICS cadres at Boalia under Gomostapur sub-District in Chapainawabganj District. The trio, identified as Kamruzzaman (30), Mohammad Raihan (22) and Golam Azam (22), were arrested in the case related to the May 23 murder of the Awami League leader Durul Hoda
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May - 26 
Pro-hartal activists vandalised two trucks, five auto-rickshaws and six shallow pump engine-driven vehicles in Dhunat sub-district in Bogra District.
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Pro-hartal activists vandalised two trucks, five auto-rickshaws and six shallow pump engine-driven vehicles in Dhunat sub-district in Bogra District.
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May - 26 
The International Crimes Tribunal-1 (ICT-1) on May 26 decided to try War Crimes accused Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader Mir Quasem Ali in connection with crimes against humanity committed during the Liberation War of 1971, reports Daily Star. The ICT-1
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The International Crimes Tribunal-1 (ICT-1) on May 26 decided to try War Crimes accused Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader Mir Quasem Ali in connection with crimes against humanity committed during the Liberation War of 1971, reports Daily Star. The ICT-1 took the 14 charges the prosecution had submitted on May 16 into cognisance. “Upon perusing the documents [charges, witness's testimony etc], it appears the prosecution brought strong prima-facie charges against the accused,” said Justice ATM Fazle Kabir, chairman of the three-member Tribunal-1, before accepting the charges. ICT-1 fixed June 27 for the hearing on framing charges, which include murder, looting, arson and abduction. Ali was arrested on June 17, 2012.
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May - 26 
Several ministers in the Sri Lankan government are to support the TNA in demanding the full implementation of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, Colombo Page reported on May 27. Leader of the Lanka Sama Samaja Party (LSSP) and Minister of Techno
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Several ministers in the Sri Lankan government are to support the TNA in demanding the full implementation of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, Colombo Page reported on May 27. Leader of the Lanka Sama Samaja Party (LSSP) and Minister of Technology and Research, Prof. Vitarana, General Secretary of the Communist Party (CP) and Minister of Human Resources, D.E.W. Gunasekera, and Leader of the Democratic Left Front (DLF) and Minister of National Languages and Social Integration, Vasudeva Nanayakkara had reportedly met a group of TNA parliamentarians. The meeting had taken place last week at the Parliament Complex. TNA parliamentarian Suresh Premachandran observed that the three ministers had said the 13th Amendment should not be weakened and the Northern Provincial Council polls should be conducted in a manner without destabilizing the amendment. The ministers had also said that land and Police powers should not be stripped off the 13th Amendment.
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May - 27 May - 28
At least one suspected Kuki National Front-Nehlun (KNF-N) militant, identified as Dangthang Kipgen aged around 30 to 35 years, was injured in a factional clash between KNF-N and President Faction of KNF (KNF-P) at Bongbal Khullen under Yairipok Polic
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At least one suspected Kuki National Front-Nehlun (KNF-N) militant, identified as Dangthang Kipgen aged around 30 to 35 years, was injured in a factional clash between KNF-N and President Faction of KNF (KNF-P) at Bongbal Khullen under Yairipok Police Station in Imphal East District on May 27-28, reports Sangai Express. KNF-N is the breakaway faction of KNF-P.
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May - 27 
Concerned over the rise in kidnapping cases in the mineral rich East Jaintia Hills District, Dorbar Shnongs (village level council) of Ladrymbai B, Ladrymbai Datsimpein, Ladrymbai Dongwah and Ladrymbai Khliehdupon held a meeting recently and decided
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Concerned over the rise in kidnapping cases in the mineral rich East Jaintia Hills District, Dorbar Shnongs (village level council) of Ladrymbai B, Ladrymbai Datsimpein, Ladrymbai Dongwah and Ladrymbai Khliehdupon held a meeting recently and decided to issues directives to all ‘outsiders’ to get themselves registered with the respective Dorbar Shnong, according to a report of May 27.
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May - 27 
External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid during his visit to Saudi Arabia sought to enhance security and counter-terrorism cooperation with Saudi Arabia, The Times of India reported on May 27. The Minister observed, "We discussed the menace of terro
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External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid during his visit to Saudi Arabia sought to enhance security and counter-terrorism cooperation with Saudi Arabia, The Times of India reported on May 27. The Minister observed, "We discussed the menace of terrorism the world continues to face and agreed to further strengthen our counter-terrorism cooperation which is an essential element of the Riyadh Declaration we signed in 2010.” He further said that security and stability in the Arabian Peninsula was linked to security in South Asia. He added, "Our cooperation would not only benefit our two countries but also contribute significantly to the stability and security of the entire region and beyond.'' "We held productive discussions on a wide range of regional and multilateral issues. Saudi Arabia is part of our extended neighbourhood. It is very important that we remain in constant touch on developments in the region. We both have similar views on a large number of regional and global issues,'' he stated.
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May - 27 
Meanwhile, rejecting outright the claim of the Kuki National Front (KNF), a party to tripartite Suspension of Operation (SoO) that none of its cadres are present in Bongbal Kholen village, the KNF-Nehlun (KNF-N) faction categorically asked with whom
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Meanwhile, rejecting outright the claim of the Kuki National Front (KNF), a party to tripartite Suspension of Operation (SoO) that none of its cadres are present in Bongbal Kholen village, the KNF-Nehlun (KNF-N) faction categorically asked with whom cadres of the KNF-N exchanged fires if none of the KNF cadres were present at the village on May 27 shootout. A statement issued by the Information and publicity secretary of KNF-N, Gogou Vaiphei urged the Home Department to book the culprits along with the KNF president for violation of the SoO ground rules and the Government should maintain strict vigil on the free movement of KNF cadres. The KNF had denied any involvement in the shootout that took place at Bongbal in Senapati District in the night of May 27.
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May - 27 
Nagaland Post reports that one person was injured after he was shot at by an unidentified person at Diphupar area in Dimapur District on May 27. According to Dimapur Police, the victim identified as one Kakheto K Sema (55), reportedly an ‘additional
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Nagaland Post reports that one person was injured after he was shot at by an unidentified person at Diphupar area in Dimapur District on May 27. According to Dimapur Police, the victim identified as one Kakheto K Sema (55), reportedly an ‘additional secretary’ of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khole-Kitovi (NSCN-KK) sustained bullet injury on his right elbow and abdomen. Police said that the victim was at the garage for repairing his vehicle when an unidentified man came and shot him and fled the scene. Police recovered three empty cases of 9mm from the site of the incident.
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May - 27 May - 29
Nagaland Post reports that United Naga Council (UNC) undertook the final political tour in Naga areas in Tahamzam (Senapati District) in association with the Naga Peoples’ Organization and the five constituent tribes’ councils of the region from the
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Nagaland Post reports that United Naga Council (UNC) undertook the final political tour in Naga areas in Tahamzam (Senapati District) in association with the Naga Peoples’ Organization and the five constituent tribes’ councils of the region from the May 27 to 29. The areas covered in the tour included, Senapati District Head Quarter, Mao Gate, Tadubi, Tunggam, Tungjoy, Liyai, Maram and Willong. The tour programme concluded with a joint meeting with frontal organizations. The contours of the tripartite talk process on the demand for an alternative arrangement outside the Government of Manipur, was highlighted in the joint meeting.
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May - 27 
Pakistan Army violated ceasefire and opened fire at forward post of Chakan-Da-Bagh (Poonch District) along the Line of Control (LoC) on May 27, Daily Excelsior reported. Sources said that Pakistani troops fired 25 rounds of Pika and five rounds of RP
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Pakistan Army violated ceasefire and opened fire at forward post of Chakan-Da-Bagh (Poonch District) along the Line of Control (LoC) on May 27, Daily Excelsior reported. Sources said that Pakistani troops fired 25 rounds of Pika and five rounds of RPG. The Indian side, however, did not retaliate. Also, no infiltration attempt by the militants was observed during the firing.
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May - 27 
Pradesh (State) Congress Committee chief Saif u Din Soz on May 27 asked All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leaders to come forward and talk to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh scheduled to visit Kashmir in June, Rising Kashmir reported. “The doors of
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Pradesh (State) Congress Committee chief Saif u Din Soz on May 27 asked All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leaders to come forward and talk to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh scheduled to visit Kashmir in June, Rising Kashmir reported. “The doors of dialogue are open and Hurriyat should hold talks with PM. Talks only will lead to the political stability and the dialogue process will also be strengthened,” he said. Talking about Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) he said that time was right for revocation of the act. “I think there is a consensus on AFSPA. In my personal opinion and as a head of State Congress, I believe that AFSPA should be lifted from few places in Jammu and Kashmir. My understanding is that AFSPA is a central law and has to go at some point of time,” Soz said. Referring to Public Safety Act (PSA), Soz said, “State laws like PSA need amendments. There are some controversial provisions in this law, which have hurt the public sentiment. Our own lawmakers have made this law and we can amend it on our own”.
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May - 27 
Security Forces arrested five militants across the State on May 27.
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Security Forces arrested five militants across the State on May 27.
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May - 27 
Several organisations in Dimapur have resolved at an emergency meeting on May 27 that, “irrespective of any sort of justification/s”, there would be “only one tax” payable to any one faction of the underground groups. Affirming that underground group
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Several organisations in Dimapur have resolved at an emergency meeting on May 27 that, “irrespective of any sort of justification/s”, there would be “only one tax” payable to any one faction of the underground groups. Affirming that underground groups would be “allowed to levy tax” only at one entry point instead of the present practice, the meeting resolved that “irritants such as trade license “tax”, ID “tax”, registration “tax”, calendar donations, Christmas & New Year donations, etc shall not be entertained anymore.” Further, the meeting resolved that yearly tax, payable to different factions, would not be increased arbitrarily under any circumstances, hence, amount payable would be the same as in 2012.
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May - 27 
Suspected militants on May 27 abducted an Assam-based trader, M. Ali (50), from Gokul village under Bajengdoba Police outpost in North Garo Hills District, reports The Telegraph.
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Suspected militants on May 27 abducted an Assam-based trader, M. Ali (50), from Gokul village under Bajengdoba Police outpost in North Garo Hills District, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 27 
Syed Ali Shah Geelani, ‘chairman’ of All Party Hurriyat Conference faction led by him (APHC-G) has written to the European Parliament seeking its support to press both India and Pakistan to implement the 1947 United Nations (UN) Resolution on the Kas
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Syed Ali Shah Geelani, ‘chairman’ of All Party Hurriyat Conference faction led by him (APHC-G) has written to the European Parliament seeking its support to press both India and Pakistan to implement the 1947 United Nations (UN) Resolution on the Kashmir issue, Rising Kashmir reports on May 27. It reads, “It is your moral responsibility to avail the opportunity to impress upon India & Pakistan for lasting settlement of the said issue as per UN resolutions and added for the resolution of the problem of Jammu and Kashmir presently a lot is being heard on global level but despite this, there is no change in ground situation and India is continuing its atrocities, barbarism and state sponsored terrorism on the people demanding their right of self determination.”
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May - 27 
The Assam Government on May 27 requested the Central Government to declare nine Districts of the State as Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected, reports Assam Tribune on May 28. Sources revealed that as per the proposal, the State Government said that
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The Assam Government on May 27 requested the Central Government to declare nine Districts of the State as Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected, reports Assam Tribune on May 28. Sources revealed that as per the proposal, the State Government said that the Districts of Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Golaghat, Sivasagar, Goalpara, Cachar and Karimganj should be declared as LWE affected Districts. The proposal said that 35 Police Station areas of the nine Districts are affected by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) activities. Those include eight Police Station areas in Tinsukia, five in Dibrugarh, four in Golaghat, four in Dhemaji, one in Sivasagar, one in Lakhimpur, three in Goalpara, five in Cachar and four in Karimganj District. These nine districts have altogether 103 Police Stations.
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May - 27 
The Border Security Force (BSF) has sought information from Bangladesh Border Guards (BGB) about three collaborators of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) who were arrested by the Bangladeshi force from Rabisundar Karabarip Para village unde
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The Border Security Force (BSF) has sought information from Bangladesh Border Guards (BGB) about three collaborators of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) who were arrested by the Bangladeshi force from Rabisundar Karabarip Para village under Matiranga subdivision in Khagrachari District in Chittagong Hill Tracts on May 27, reports The Telegraph on May 29. The trio was identified as Gautam Tripura (24), Ramchandra Chakma (45), and Laxmimohan Chakma (28). Sources said during interrogation, the three, all Indian nationals, allegedly admitted that they were involved in a gun-running racket active in the border areas of Tripura and the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh.
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May - 27 
The Defence Ministry meanwhile ruled out any Army role in fighting the Maoists and the Union Home Ministry asked the troubled states to review politicians' security.
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The Defence Ministry meanwhile ruled out any Army role in fighting the Maoists and the Union Home Ministry asked the troubled states to review politicians' security.
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May - 27 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is, meanwhile, probing the attack and it yesterday surveyed the site of May 25 Maoist attack.
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is, meanwhile, probing the attack and it yesterday surveyed the site of May 25 Maoist attack.
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May - 27 
The Sangai Express reports on May 27 that alleging that the Manipur State Government headed by Okram Ibobi has been working as agents of India and it is becoming clearer day by day, the United Revolutionary Front (URF) Manipur has blamed the State Go
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The Sangai Express reports on May 27 that alleging that the Manipur State Government headed by Okram Ibobi has been working as agents of India and it is becoming clearer day by day, the United Revolutionary Front (URF) Manipur has blamed the State Government for all the ills plaguing Manipur. Quoting Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam “many youth are now desirous of becoming development soldiers instead of being armed cadres of insurgent groups and they now intend to return to the mainstream”, the outfit remarked that Gaikhangam has forgotten his own nation in the service of Delhi masters. Churning out baseless propaganda against the liberation movement without substantiating their charges with concrete evidence would be seen as reactionaries, the outfit said in a press release issued by its information and publicity secretary AK Pibarel.
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May - 27 
The Sangai Express reports that the Kuki National Front (KNF), a party to tripartite Suspension of Operation (SoO) agreement from the United Peoples Front (UPF) camp, has denied any involvement in the shootout that took place at Bongbal in Senapati D
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The Sangai Express reports that the Kuki National Front (KNF), a party to tripartite Suspension of Operation (SoO) agreement from the United Peoples Front (UPF) camp, has denied any involvement in the shootout that took place at Bongbal in Senapati District in the night of May 27. A statement issued by the Information and Publicity secretary of the KNF, Lh Stephen clarified that all the weapons and cadres of the outfit were kept intact at the designated camp. He said the name of KNF was dragged in the incident with an attempt to malign the outfit's good name and dignity. Asserting that the KNF would not accept the formation of any new underground outfit when the peace process and political dialogue is on with the Government of India, the statement appealed all Kuki militant, civil organisations, political leaders and the public not to extend any moral or financial support to the KNF-Nehlun (KNF-N) led by one Henkholen alias James in the interest of peace.
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May - 27 
The Shillong Times reports on May 28 that the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B), which is awaiting the final peace pact with the Government, has said that its cadres will donate blood to the blood bank in the civil hospit
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The Shillong Times reports on May 28 that the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B), which is awaiting the final peace pact with the Government, has said that its cadres will donate blood to the blood bank in the civil hospital, considering that blood banks in the Government hospitals in Meghalaya are facing acute shortage of blood. The outfit has also decided to organize cleaning drives and plant trees at various places and has even announced that it wants to volunteer for free tuitions to the underprivileged children from the surrounding villages and also impart training in other disciplines like sports, music and various competitive games. The outfit also pointed out that it is determined to come back to the mainstream and hopes to mend and build the society after the passage of the final peace pact. “Our anticipations are high as the peace pact would bring mass change in terms of development for the people which will ultimately help in the growth of the State,” the outfit added.
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May - 27 
Two persons were killed by Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI) cadres on May 27 after branding one of them as a Police informer in Khunti District, reports samaylive.com. PLFI is a breakaway faction of the CPI-Maoist. District Superintendent of
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Two persons were killed by Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI) cadres on May 27 after branding one of them as a Police informer in Khunti District, reports samaylive.com. PLFI is a breakaway faction of the CPI-Maoist. District Superintendent of Police (SP) M Tamilvanan said the cadres fired indiscriminately on Bhusan Singh and Tibu Singh at Tirla village under Karra Police Station, killing them on the spot. Bhusan, a contractor, was accused of being the Police informer while Tibu was sitting beside him when the extremists attacked them.
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May - 27 
A senior official of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, identified as Munawar Imam, was injured in an armed attack on Kashmir Road, reports Dawn
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A senior official of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, identified as Munawar Imam, was injured in an armed attack on Kashmir Road, reports Dawn
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May - 27 
A tutor was killed, while another man was injured when two unidentified assailants opened fire at them outside the Thanvi Masjid in the Lines Area after Maghrib prayers.
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A tutor was killed, while another man was injured when two unidentified assailants opened fire at them outside the Thanvi Masjid in the Lines Area after Maghrib prayers.
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May - 27 
At least five Policemen, including a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Khan Bahadar, were killed in a roadside bomb blast in the Poran subdivision of Shangla District on May 27, reports Dawn.
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At least five Policemen, including a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Khan Bahadar, were killed in a roadside bomb blast in the Poran subdivision of Shangla District on May 27, reports Dawn.
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May - 27 
At least four persons were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh on May 27, reports The News. A Shia person, identified as Haider Abbas (35) was shot dead by unidentified assailants near the Nisha
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At least four persons were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh on May 27, reports The News. A Shia person, identified as Haider Abbas (35) was shot dead by unidentified assailants near the Nishan-e-Haider Chowk. A passerby named Jumma also suffered bullet wounds in the attack. The Police said that the victim, who worked at a private firm, was murdered in a sectarian attack.
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May - 27 
Chief Justice of Lahore High Court (LHC), Umar Ata Bandial on May 27 deferred the hearing of a petition moved by Jamat-ud-Dawa (JuD) ‘chief’, Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, till September 24, seeking direction from the Federal Government over the issue of def
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Chief Justice of Lahore High Court (LHC), Umar Ata Bandial on May 27 deferred the hearing of a petition moved by Jamat-ud-Dawa (JuD) ‘chief’, Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, till September 24, seeking direction from the Federal Government over the issue of defending the JuD ‘chief’ before a United State (US) Court, which issued summons to him, former ISI chiefs and other officials on a law suit filed by relatives of US nationals killed in Mumbai attacks (26/11), reports Daly Times. A Deputy Attorney General (DAG) informed that US and justice departments had already challenged the jurisdiction of their court for issuing summons to ISI chief and other officials. He requested that the court should wait for the decision to this effect. Hafiz Saeed counsel AK Dogar had submitted that American national Rabbi Gavriel Noah Holtzberg and his wife Rivka were shot dead by militants at the Chhabad House in Mumbai. The victims’ son Moshe was saved and he along with others had filed nine claims against banned outfit Lashkar-e-Tayyaba (LeT) stating Hafiz Saeed as its head, Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi, Azam Cheema and Sajid Majid as well as the former heads of Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) Lt Gen Nadeem Taj and Lt Gen Ahmed Shuja Pasha as well as ISI’s Major Iqbal and Major Samir Ali. He submitted that the complainant accused these Pakistanis of providing material support for the 26/11 attacks. For each of the claims, the plaintiffs have asked for damages in excess of $75,000, to be awarded by a jury. Counsel submitted that Hafiz Saeed is head of JuD, a charitable organisation and has no nexus with LeT. He said Government had detained the petitioner in 2009 and a full bench of LHC ordered to release him, holding that there is no evidence that Saeed had any links with Al-Qaeda or any terrorist movement, which could endanger the security of Pakistan. He said that there is no evidence to suggest that Saeed is involved in anti-state activities. He said on December 16, 2013 the petitioner was served with summons from United States District court in connection with the Mumbai attacks.
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May - 27 
Haji Ali Murad (40) was shot dead near the Rasheedabad Market in the Baldia town
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Haji Ali Murad (40) was shot dead near the Rasheedabad Market in the Baldia town
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May - 27 
Muhammad Saleem was killed by unidentified assailants near Kharadar General Hospital in the Baghdadi area.
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Muhammad Saleem was killed by unidentified assailants near Kharadar General Hospital in the Baghdadi area.
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May - 27 
Nearly half a tonne explosives was seized by the Rangers acting on the information provided by three suspects said to be associated with a banned militant outfit. “The Rangers first picked up the three militants associated with a banned outfit. Initi
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Nearly half a tonne explosives was seized by the Rangers acting on the information provided by three suspects said to be associated with a banned militant outfit. “The Rangers first picked up the three militants associated with a banned outfit. Initial findings of the investigations led to the fact that they had stocked 450 kilos of explosives in a PECHS block 2 houses. Later, the paramilitary soldiers seized the explosives”, says Police.
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May - 27 
The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) averted a possible bid of terrorism by defusing a bomb at Doaba in Orakzai Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 27, reports The News. Assadullah, in charge BDS, said officials of BDS rushed to the
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The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) averted a possible bid of terrorism by defusing a bomb at Doaba in Orakzai Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 27, reports The News. Assadullah, in charge BDS, said officials of BDS rushed to the spot and found a roadside bomb concealed in a tin of vegetable oil. The officials diffused it successfully. The bomb was of 10 Kg.
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May - 27 
The Chelmsford Magistrates Court of United Kingdom (UK) was informed on May 27 that taxi driver Tayyab Subhani (30) and restaurant worker Mohammed Safdar (41) not only tried to barge into the cockpit of a Pakistan Airlines plane but also shouted thre
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The Chelmsford Magistrates Court of United Kingdom (UK) was informed on May 27 that taxi driver Tayyab Subhani (30) and restaurant worker Mohammed Safdar (41) not only tried to barge into the cockpit of a Pakistan Airlines plane but also shouted threats that "crew and passengers would be killed and the aircraft blown up before landing", reports The Times of India. The Court called the threat "false, misleading or deceptive" and charged the duo—both from Nelson in Lancashire with endangering an aircraft. The passengers were flying to the UK from Pakistan. Prosecutor Chris McCann told the court the case was "serious" and involved the deployment of RAF jets to ensure the plane, which was carrying 308 passengers, landed safely. Both men spoke only to confirm their names and addresses. Magistrate Sarah-Jane Davies refused the defendants bail and ordered them to appear at Chelmsford Crown Court on August 5, 2013, for a plea and case management hearing. Endangering an aircraft carries a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
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May - 27 
NC president Sushil Koirala Koirala, who 'deliberately' skipped the High-Level Political Mechanism (HLPC) meeting on May 27 to express his dissatisfaction, reiterated on May 29 his stance on resignation of interim government chairman Khil Raj Regmi.
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NC president Sushil Koirala Koirala, who 'deliberately' skipped the High-Level Political Mechanism (HLPC) meeting on May 27 to express his dissatisfaction, reiterated on May 29 his stance on resignation of interim government chairman Khil Raj Regmi. "His resignation will help resolve the problems of the election process," he said, arguing that it will help bring the agitating parties on board. However, NC has witnessed fresh round of internal dispute after Koirala’s suggestion. "Asking Regmi to resign as the Chief Justice makes no sense at the moment," NC leader Bimalendra Nidhi said on May 28. Nidhi said that Regmi's resignation as CJ won't help build election environment, as argued by Koirala. Similarly, NC vice president Ram Chandra Poudel has also opposed the idea of making Regmi resign from the top post of the judiciary. Poudel had contradicted Koirala at the meeting between Regmi and the members of the HLPC on May 26.
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May - 27 
The Border Security Force (BSF) has sought information from Bangladesh Border Guards (BGB) about three collaborators of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) who were arrested by the Bangladeshi force from Rabisundar Karabarip Para village unde
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The Border Security Force (BSF) has sought information from Bangladesh Border Guards (BGB) about three collaborators of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) who were arrested by the Bangladeshi force from Rabisundar Karabarip Para village under Matiranga subdivision in Khagrachari District in Chittagong Hill Tracts on May 27, reports The Telegraph on May 29. The trio was identified as Gautam Tripura (24), Ramchandra Chakma (45), and Laxmimohan Chakma (28). Sources said during interrogation, the three, all Indian nationals, allegedly admitted that they were involved in a gun-running racket active in the border areas of Tripura and the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh.
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May - 27 
The International Crimes Tribunal-2 on May 27 decided to hold the trial of “Al-Badr leaders” Chowdhury Mueen-Uddin and Ashrafuzzaman Khan, in absentia, as its attempts to have the accused in court had failed, reports Daily Star. Chowdhury Mueen-Uddin
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The International Crimes Tribunal-2 on May 27 decided to hold the trial of “Al-Badr leaders” Chowdhury Mueen-Uddin and Ashrafuzzaman Khan, in absentia, as its attempts to have the accused in court had failed, reports Daily Star. Chowdhury Mueen-Uddin and Ashrafuzzaman Khan are living in London and New York. They were, according to post-liberation newspaper reports, two of the most wanted criminals accused of killing the bright minds of the country.
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May - 27 
Sri Lanka’s Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva and Leader of the Sri Lanka Delegation to the 23rd session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) Ravinatha Aryasinha said on May 27 that the government has established a mechanism to ensure the
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Sri Lanka’s Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva and Leader of the Sri Lanka Delegation to the 23rd session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) Ravinatha Aryasinha said on May 27 that the government has established a mechanism to ensure the right of information to the relatives of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) suspects, Daily News reported. Aryasinha said that a centralized comprehensive database of detainees established by the Terrorist Investigation Division (TID) of the Police with units operating around the clock in Colombo, Vavuniya and Boosa enables the Next of Kin (NoK) to receive details about those who are released from detention. Sri Lanka’s Permanent Representative added that information is provided to the Next of Kin of the detainees only because they have requested that such information is not made public due to privacy concerns. “Upto now, around 3,220 inquiries have been made by the relatives to the TID alone. Of the 2,729 complaints recorded, investigations into 1,628 investigations have been completed while investigations into 1,101 investigations were in progress as of February 2013”, he said. Aryasinghe added that a special committee has been appointed to look into the cases where suspects remain in custody pending indictment. “In order to file cases against the suspects that remain in remand custody pending indictment, a special committee has been appointed to look into their cases,” he added. He further added that the scope of this committee is to review and advise further course of action to be taken against these suspects, including the possibility of release of suspects following rehabilitation.
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May - 28 
A Border Security Force (BSF) trooper was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast on May 28 triggered by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Kanker District, reports The Business Standard. The incident took place between Kon
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A Border Security Force (BSF) trooper was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast on May 28 triggered by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Kanker District, reports The Business Standard. The incident took place between Konde and Chhindpal village when the Security Forces (SFs) were on an anti-mining operation in Badgaon Police Station area of the District, a senior Police official said. The trooper stepped on a landmine in the region triggering the blast.
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May - 28 
A combined team of Imphal East commandos, Irilbung Police personnel and troops of 40 Assam Rifles (AR) arrested a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant, identified as Mohamad Askar Ali alias Aktar (19), from Arapti Thongkhong.
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A combined team of Imphal East commandos, Irilbung Police personnel and troops of 40 Assam Rifles (AR) arrested a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant, identified as Mohamad Askar Ali alias Aktar (19), from Arapti Thongkhong. Three demand letters signed by ‘Finance Secretary’, P Chinglen Meitei and addressed to three telecom companies [Idea Company, Airtel Company, Aircel Company] and a mobile phone were recovered from his possession.
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May - 28 
A team of Imphal West District Police commandos arrested a Kanglei Yowel Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant, identified as Leihaorungbam Saratchandra alias Ibungochouba Singh (35), from Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Lamphel area of Imphal W
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A team of Imphal West District Police commandos arrested a Kanglei Yowel Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant, identified as Leihaorungbam Saratchandra alias Ibungochouba Singh (35), from Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Lamphel area of Imphal West District
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May - 28 
Action Committee against Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) in a resolution adopted on May 27 stated that there would be “only one tax” payable to any one faction of the underground groups, reports Nagaland Post. ACAUT, formed by representatives of several or
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Action Committee against Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) in a resolution adopted on May 27 stated that there would be “only one tax” payable to any one faction of the underground groups, reports Nagaland Post. ACAUT, formed by representatives of several organizations in Dimapur, on May 28 appealed to all the business community in Dimapur “not to pay tax” to any group till the issue was resolved with the top leadership of various underground groups. The ACAUT on May 28 drafted a “memorandum” to be submitted to the collective leadership of both Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) at Hebron and Khole-Kitovi Faction of NSCN (NSCN-KK) at Khehoi.
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May - 28 
Andaman and Nicobar Islands Chief Secretary Anand Prakash chaired a meeting on coastal security exercise 'Tatasuraksha', in Port Blair on May 28, reports Zee News. Prakash highlighted the importance of effective patrolling off East Island in the nort
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Andaman and Nicobar Islands Chief Secretary Anand Prakash chaired a meeting on coastal security exercise 'Tatasuraksha', in Port Blair on May 28, reports Zee News. Prakash highlighted the importance of effective patrolling off East Island in the northern group of islands and even suggested to set up detachment in these islands. Further, the Inspector General (IG) of Coast Guards, V.S.R. Murthy said the coast security exercise was successful due to the perfect synergy and coordination amongst the various stake holders of coastal security.
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May - 28 
Another PREPAK militant, identified as Ningthoujam Indramani Singh alias Gandhi (47), was arrested from Thangmeiband Yumnam Leikai. He confessed his involvement in extortion from general public, Govt officials, private firms, etc.
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Another PREPAK militant, identified as Ningthoujam Indramani Singh alias Gandhi (47), was arrested from Thangmeiband Yumnam Leikai. He confessed his involvement in extortion from general public, Govt officials, private firms, etc.
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May - 28 
Anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operations will be intensified in the aftermath of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attack on Congress leaders, the Government said on May 28, ruling out holding peace talks with the extremists u
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Anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operations will be intensified in the aftermath of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attack on Congress leaders, the Government said on May 28, ruling out holding peace talks with the extremists unless they abjure violence, reports DNA. Minister of State for Home R.P.N. Singh said Maoist barbarism and cold blooded murders have peaked in the last six months and there was an urgent need to re-look the policy dealing with the Naxals. "The Maoists have no respect for human rights. There is a need to re-look the policy dealing with the Naxals. There will be more active operations," he told reporters in Delhi. Singh said when former Union Minister of Home Affairs P. Chidambaram had announced the offer of dialogue to the Maoists, they did not come forward and hence time has come to review the situation. "They are not interested in talks or following the democratic process. There will be no talks unless they abjure violence," he said.
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May - 28 
Deccan Herald reports a six-member delegation led by the Union home secretary and accompanied by the director-general of the Intelligence Bureau will go to Chhattisgarh on May 28 to review the anti-Maoist strategy. The Centre has also decided to send
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Deccan Herald reports a six-member delegation led by the Union home secretary and accompanied by the director-general of the Intelligence Bureau will go to Chhattisgarh on May 28 to review the anti-Maoist strategy. The Centre has also decided to send another 2,000 paramilitary personnel drawn from the CRPF and the Border Security Force to augment the 32,000 already present in the state to tackle the Maoists.
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May - 28 
Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) on May 28 expressed solidarity with ACUT under the aegis of Naga Council Dimapur (NCD), in an effort to “streamline taxation” by deciding “to pay only one yearly tax payable to any one faction of UGs”. Whil
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Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) on May 28 expressed solidarity with ACUT under the aegis of Naga Council Dimapur (NCD), in an effort to “streamline taxation” by deciding “to pay only one yearly tax payable to any one faction of UGs”. While extending fullest cooperation of the Congress with the Naga civil society, NPCC president S.I.Jamir termed the decision as “a bold and laudable step and the need of the hour”.
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May - 28 
PREPAK militant, Khundrakpam Thoiba Singh alias Tolen (40), was arrested by a team of Imphal East commandos and 16-AR from Keibi Taretkhul Thongkhong. Police statement said one 7.65 mm pistol along with two live rounds was recovered from him.
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PREPAK militant, Khundrakpam Thoiba Singh alias Tolen (40), was arrested by a team of Imphal East commandos and 16-AR from Keibi Taretkhul Thongkhong. Police statement said one 7.65 mm pistol along with two live rounds was recovered from him.
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May - 28 
The Bodoland People’s Front (BPF), Kokrajhar District committee on May 28 brought a bike rally in Kokrajhar against the rampant extortions in the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) region by militant organizations and urged Central Government to take
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The Bodoland People’s Front (BPF), Kokrajhar District committee on May 28 brought a bike rally in Kokrajhar against the rampant extortions in the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) region by militant organizations and urged Central Government to take strict action against extortion & all other forms of unlawful activities, reports The Sentinel. President of the Youth-BPF, Mono Kumar Brahma, speaking to the reporters said the rally was brought out in Kokrajhar against the extortion drive carried out by the militant organizations, particularly the I K Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) in Northern Part of the region. Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Pramila Rani Brahma while talking to reporters said the extortionists have been serving notice for paying huge amount of money ranging from INR 1 million to INR 2 million in Ultapani and Saralpara area in the District and created a reign of terror in the region. She said the militant organizations, particularly the NDFB-IKS’ ongoing extortion drive in the Northern part of the region and should be stopped by any means and the Government should act accordingly against them. In addition, replying to a question on the prevailing law and order situation in BTC and rampant extortions in the BTC, Union Home Secretary (UHS), Anil Goswami said the District administration and the police forces in support with the para military forces will tackle the situation. UHS also held meeting with the District and Police administration at Kokrajhar Circuit House over the prevailing law and order situation in the region on May 27. The meeting was attended by the Lower Assam Commissioner, Sabir Hussain, Inspector-General of Police-BTC (BTC-IGP), GP Singh and others.
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May - 28 
The Central Government on May 28 said that there would be no talks with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) until they gave up violence and it would also step up operations against them across the Maoist affected States, reports The Hind
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The Central Government on May 28 said that there would be no talks with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) until they gave up violence and it would also step up operations against them across the Maoist affected States, reports The Hindu. Pointing out that the last six months had seen Maoists’ “barbarism” reach its peak, Minister of State for Home R.P.N. Singh said there was an urgent need to review the policy on dealing with Maoists. He said “[The Maoists] did not come forward [when the then Home Minister P. Chidambaram offered to conduct peace talks]… They are not interested in talks or following the democratic process. There will be no talks unless they abjure violence. We will review our strategy to deal with Naxals.”
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May - 28 
The chairman of the APHC Geelani faction (APHC-G) Syed Ali Shah Geelani on May 28 said he will not accept any solution ‘forced’ by India or Pakistan and would continue the ‘struggle’ for right to ‘self determination’ for people of Jammu and Kashmir,
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The chairman of the APHC Geelani faction (APHC-G) Syed Ali Shah Geelani on May 28 said he will not accept any solution ‘forced’ by India or Pakistan and would continue the ‘struggle’ for right to ‘self determination’ for people of Jammu and Kashmir, Business Standard reported. "We will strive for right to self determination and won't accept substitute solutions or accept dictations both from either India or Pakistan," Geelani told David Hamilton, first secretary for political and economical affairs in Canadian High Commission in Delhi. On the possibility of the involvement of Taliban factor in Kashmir after the US pull out from Afghanistan, Geelani categorically rejected it saying that there is no role for Taliban in Kashmir.
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May - 28 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on May 28 claimed responsibility for the May 25 attack on a convoy of Congress leaders in Darbha ghati area of Sukma District in Chhattisgarh, reports The Times of India. The Maoists sent a four-page l
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on May 28 claimed responsibility for the May 25 attack on a convoy of Congress leaders in Darbha ghati area of Sukma District in Chhattisgarh, reports The Times of India. The Maoists sent a four-page letter and an audio clipping to the media, claiming they were behind the attack in which 28 people including top Congress state leaders were killed. The letter carries the signature of a Maoists spokesperson from Dandakaranya. As per the letter, a team of the People's Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) carried out the attack. It further states that senior Congress leaders Mahendra Karma, Nand Kumar Patel and VC Shukla were the main targets of the attack. The attack left Karma and Patel dead, while Shukla was critically injured and is undergoing treatment at a Gurgaon hospital. The Maoists claimed that their purpose was to "punish" Mahendra Karma who had launched the anti-Naxal armed movement Salwa Judum. The Reds blamed Nand Kumar Patel for giving a go ahead to Operation Green Hunt and letting paramilitary forces join anti-Naxal operations when he served as the State home minister. The Maoists also made seven demands in the letter, calling for the withdrawal of paramilitary forces from Dandakaranya and an end to Operation Green Hunt. Naxals also sought the release of arrested Maoists and "innocent" tribals from prison unconditionally.
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The Delhi Police on May 28 told a court that the Indian Premier League (IPL) spot fixing scandal was allegedly linked to fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim as bookie Ashwini Aggarwal alias Tinku Mandey was in touch with him and his aides, accordi
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The Delhi Police on May 28 told a court that the Indian Premier League (IPL) spot fixing scandal was allegedly linked to fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim as bookie Ashwini Aggarwal alias Tinku Mandey was in touch with him and his aides, according to India Today. Senior public prosecutor Rajiv Mohan told Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Lokesh Kumar Sharma that interception of various telephone calls suggested that "several big names may be involved in the case as calls were made to underworld don Dawood Ibrahim".
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May - 28 
The Jharkhand Police on May 28 arrested a ‘central military commission’ member of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Anoop, alias Anuj Thakur (30), from Muzaffarpur District in Bihar, reports The Times of India. The Jhar
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The Jharkhand Police on May 28 arrested a ‘central military commission’ member of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Anoop, alias Anuj Thakur (30), from Muzaffarpur District in Bihar, reports The Times of India. The Jharkhand Police consider the arrest as an "important catch" at a time when the Chhattisgarh ambush has rattled the Centre. The Maoist leader, who is also a ‘politburo member’ of the organization, was allegedly involved in the Latehar attack (January 7). The arrest came as a blow to the Bihar-Jharkhand-North Chhattisgarh Special Area Committee, of which Thakur was the ‘secretary’. Confirming the arrest, Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Kumar said "Thakur has been leading almost all Maoist activities in Jharkhand and Bihar and other neighbouring states. It is one of the most important catches for us so far." He was with her girlfriend at a hotel near Muzaffarpur railway station when Jharkhand Police caught him. His girlfriend, however, could not be arrested.
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May - 28 
The State Police is worried over the recent attacks on Policemen in the State, Greater Kashmir reported on May 28. These attacks are worrying. In most of attacks our men have been targeted,” State Director General of Police (DGP) Ashok Prasad said, a
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The State Police is worried over the recent attacks on Policemen in the State, Greater Kashmir reported on May 28. These attacks are worrying. In most of attacks our men have been targeted,” State Director General of Police (DGP) Ashok Prasad said, adding except Pulwama where an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) was killed, all attacks were reportedly carried out by Hizb-ul-Mujahedeen (HM). “We have issued advisory and have asked our men to be very cautious and remain fully equipped. We have asked them to use bullet proof vehicles, coats and move in any area with all intelligence inputs available with them. Every facility is with police and they have been asked to avail all such facilities,” Prasad said, adding that police is fully equipped to counter attacks. The DGP said there seems a “changing trend” in attacks and that is being studied. “The matter was discussed in Core Group meeting and every security agency has been asked to study the trend. It needs to be seen whether only HM has changed attack trends or other militant groups also,” he said and added that the study will take some time. Prasad said the spurt in attacks have been witnessed after the hanging of Parliament attack case convict Muhammad Afzal Guru on February 9, 2013 in Delhi’s Tihar jail. “These attacks might be one of the fallouts of his hanging and that too is being studied,” he said.
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May - 28 
Thoubal District Police commandos arrested a KYKL militant, identified as Mohammad Sarif Ali alias Maqbul.
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Thoubal District Police commandos arrested a KYKL militant, identified as Mohammad Sarif Ali alias Maqbul.
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May - 28 
Within 72 hours of May 25 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) strike, Chhattisgarh Police on May 28 removed one of their biggest camps, from Minapa in Sukma District, located deep inside the forest, possibly fearing another attack, reports T
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Within 72 hours of May 25 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) strike, Chhattisgarh Police on May 28 removed one of their biggest camps, from Minapa in Sukma District, located deep inside the forest, possibly fearing another attack, reports The Hindu. Reportedly, the camp housed a thousand personnel. Till last week, Police officers were talking about the camp as a major strategic advance in the direction of the Andhra Pradesh border. But repeated firing by rebels on the camp had clearly put the Police on the back foot.
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May - 28 
Within days after the attack on Congress Party convoy on May 25, the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has sent a letter to Sukma District collectorate, threatening to eliminate at least 15 people, who were associated with Salwa Judum (ant
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Within days after the attack on Congress Party convoy on May 25, the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has sent a letter to Sukma District collectorate, threatening to eliminate at least 15 people, who were associated with Salwa Judum (anti-Maoist vigilante group), reports The Times of India. The letter, written in red ink by Darbha divisional committee of CPI-Maoist, was received at the Sukma collectorate on May 28. "We will punish the salwa judum activists and the police", said the letter adding that it was releasing a list of people, who were helping the police and were closely associated with Salwa Judum. "You will not be able to protect them even by deploying your entire force", the letter threatened.
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May - 28 
A bookshop owner was shot dead in Orangi town. Police officials said that the victim, identified as Saeed Baig, was at his shop when unidentified assailants fired at him indiscriminately, killing him on the spot.
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A bookshop owner was shot dead in Orangi town. Police officials said that the victim, identified as Saeed Baig, was at his shop when unidentified assailants fired at him indiscriminately, killing him on the spot.
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May - 28 
A man was shot dead in Orangi town. Police officials said that Faisal Imam (30), ran a beauty parlour and a cosmetic shop within his house.
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A man was shot dead in Orangi town. Police officials said that Faisal Imam (30), ran a beauty parlour and a cosmetic shop within his house.
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May - 28 
A member of Mingora Peace Committee was killed and six others were injured when a roadside bomb went off, reports Daily Times. According to Police, the incident took place in the Beshbanar area of Swat District where the vehicle of a local member of
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A member of Mingora Peace Committee was killed and six others were injured when a roadside bomb went off, reports Daily Times. According to Police, the incident took place in the Beshbanar area of Swat District where the vehicle of a local member of the peace committee, Jaja Mian, was attacked with a bomb. As a result, Barkat Ali, the son of Jaja Mian, was killed on the spot and six others were hurt.
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May - 28 
A security personnel, identified as Qadir Jan, was killed and another Muhammad Asharaf, was injured in an ambush on Levies check-post in Khuzdar area of Kech District, on May 28, reports Daily Times.
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A security personnel, identified as Qadir Jan, was killed and another Muhammad Asharaf, was injured in an ambush on Levies check-post in Khuzdar area of Kech District, on May 28, reports Daily Times.
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May - 28 
A soldier was injured after militant ambushed a vehicle of Khyber Rifles near Landi Kotal bazaar in Khyber Agency.
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A soldier was injured after militant ambushed a vehicle of Khyber Rifles near Landi Kotal bazaar in Khyber Agency.
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May - 28 
A teashop owner, identified as Zar Wali (40), was shot dead in C-1 area within Super Market Police remits.
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A teashop owner, identified as Zar Wali (40), was shot dead in C-1 area within Super Market Police remits.
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May - 28 
A woman was found dead near from ICI Bridge on Maripur within the premises of Docks Police Station.
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A woman was found dead near from ICI Bridge on Maripur within the premises of Docks Police Station.
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May - 28 
A worker of the Muttahida Organising Committee, identified as Rashid, was shot dead in Noorani Basti within the limits of Zaman town Police Station.
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A worker of the Muttahida Organising Committee, identified as Rashid, was shot dead in Noorani Basti within the limits of Zaman town Police Station.
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May - 28 
An American think tank warned the Pakistani authorities that if they fail to confront the growing influence of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, the militant network will weaken the city’
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An American think tank warned the Pakistani authorities that if they fail to confront the growing influence of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, the militant network will weaken the city’s overall security and stability, on May 28, reports The News. With funding from abroad drying up, TTP is increasingly looking toward generating income from within the country, says the Combating Terrorism Centre in a report on the growing sway of the TTP in Karachi. The study, released last week, identifies the various Taliban factions operating in the city, the neighbourhoods where they hold influence and the various methods of extortion they use. The Taliban have become more violent over the years after the Pakistani authorities took up anti-terrorism financing measures, resulting in stoppage of funding from abroad. The TTP has now taken to abducting for ransom and bank heists. In the first four months of 2013, 11 bank robberies of $800,000 took place in Karachi alone. And authorities believe most of these robberies are aimed at helping the militant outfit. Following the military operation and drone attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), the militants began moving away in 2009. They found a safe haven in Karachi as a variety of ethnic and linguistic groups in the city made it easier for them to operate clandestinely. More significantly, with about five million Pakhtun already living in the city the militants found sanctuaries in the Pakhtun-majority neighbourhoods. The report says that with Karachi the most feasible choice, the growing presence of militant networks in the metropolitan city is evident. In the early stages of their movement, the militants’ primary purpose was to raise funds as well as rest and recuperate. In June 2012, however, the group began its violent fund raising tactics and increasingly attacked secular politicians and law enforcers. In Karachi, the militants are organised into three factions: the Mehsuds, the Swat faction and the Mohmand faction. All three groups operate from Pakhtun-dominated neighbourhoods that include Ittehad Town, Manghopir, Kunwari Colony, Pashtunabad, Pipri, Gulshan-e-Buner, Metroville, Pathan Colony, Frontier Colony and the settlements in Sohrab Goth. The Mehsuds are further divided into two organisational groups: one is loyal to TTP chief Hakimullah Mehsud while the second reports to TTP South Waziristan chief Waliur Rehman Mehsud. Both the leaders, however, belong to the Mehsud tribe and have their own militias within the TTP but share the same agenda. Although the TTP influence in Karachi is alarming, the city will “not fall” to the Taliban, as the city is home to the most powerful secular elements in the country as well as progressive political parties – the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and the Awami National Party (ANP).
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May - 28 
An employee of a private Internet Service Provider, Taimur Rizvi (25), was shot dead under the Zaman town Police remits.
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An employee of a private Internet Service Provider, Taimur Rizvi (25), was shot dead under the Zaman town Police remits.
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May - 28 
At least ten persons, including a lawyer and his two sons, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 28, reports Daily Times. A lawyer, identified as Kausar Saqlain and his two sons aged
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At least ten persons, including a lawyer and his two sons, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 28, reports Daily Times. A lawyer, identified as Kausar Saqlain and his two sons aged 12 and 15, were shot dead in a suspected sectarian attack.
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May - 28 
At least three persons were killed and 14 others were injured when a bomb attached to a motorcycle exploded in the Imamia Colony in Peshawar (Peshawar District), the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on May 28, reports Dawn. “The explosives w
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At least three persons were killed and 14 others were injured when a bomb attached to a motorcycle exploded in the Imamia Colony in Peshawar (Peshawar District), the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on May 28, reports Dawn. “The explosives were planted in a motorcycle detonated by remote control,” Assistant Superintendent of Police Ismail Karak said. Another police officer said most of the people living in the area belonged to the Shia community which appeared to be the target of the attack.
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May - 28 
The Army and Paramilitary Forces on May 28 killed 14 militants and destroyed their three hideouts located in Parachamkani, a central subdivision of Kurram Agency, in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), reports Dawn.
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The Army and Paramilitary Forces on May 28 killed 14 militants and destroyed their three hideouts located in Parachamkani, a central subdivision of Kurram Agency, in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), reports Dawn.
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May - 28 
The dead body of a man stuffed in a gunny bag was found from near a hotel on Maripur Road within the limits of Kalri Police Station.
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The dead body of a man stuffed in a gunny bag was found from near a hotel on Maripur Road within the limits of Kalri Police Station.
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May - 28 
The house of a private school’s owner was partially damaged in the blast of an explosive device in Shabqadar area of Charsadda District. The device was planted at the main gate of the house of Atta Muhammad. The blast left the gate and a car parked c
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The house of a private school’s owner was partially damaged in the blast of an explosive device in Shabqadar area of Charsadda District. The device was planted at the main gate of the house of Atta Muhammad. The blast left the gate and a car parked close at hand destroyed. However, no damage to human life was reported.
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May - 28 
The local administration found three bodies lying in desolated areas in the same District. Police said that two bodies were found from the Pasni Cross, while another body was found from Josak Bazaar.
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The local administration found three bodies lying in desolated areas in the same District. Police said that two bodies were found from the Pasni Cross, while another body was found from Josak Bazaar.
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May - 28 
The Supreme Court was petitioned on May 28 for issuance of a declaration that no person, civil or military, can engage in any contact or negotiation with any Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), an act that is forbidden by Article 256, reports Daily Tim
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The Supreme Court was petitioned on May 28 for issuance of a declaration that no person, civil or military, can engage in any contact or negotiation with any Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), an act that is forbidden by Article 256, reports Daily Times. Freelance journalist Shahid Orakzai has filed the petition under Article 184(3) of the constitution, nominating as respondents the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (JCSS) through its chairman and Director General (DG) of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). He requested the court to instruct the DG, ISI to identify the persons who are in contact with the TTP and their mode of communication. “Instruct respondent Chairman to pre-empt any contact/dialogue/negotiations on the territory of Pakistan between the enemy and any politico-religious person/party advocating peace with the enemy”, the applicant pleaded. He further said that respondent JCSC chairman should be instructed to call a meeting of the committee to identify the areas in Pakistan wherein the rebels are threatening the security of the country and report the action to be taken against them. Orakzai contended that the court needed to prevent any move against the constitution that might undermine the security of the country and the discipline of the armed forces of Pakistan. “The court’s attention is called to the plight of the combatant soldier and his loosening grip on the trigger when he discovers that his blood is now a matter of bargain for the next prime minister of Pakistan. Some judges of this court (who were locked in their homes) may kindly recall their feeling towards their betraying colleagues who joined hands with the military president in November 2007. All betrayals stink alike,” Orakzai remarked. He said that the armed forces had not lost any ground or territory to the rebels nor have they lost the will to fight, and the court could seek their view from JCSC chairman or any other officer mentioned in Article 243. “Having suffered loss of life, they are bewildered by the sudden U-turn in state policy on the war,” he noted. The petitioner also questioned whether the armed forces of Pakistan can propose a truce/ceasefire/end of hostilities to the enemy on the territory of Pakistan. “Whether the armed forces shall uphold the constitution as interpreted by the Supreme Court or by the federal government,” he added
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May - 28 
Unidentified assailants killed a lady worker, administering anti-polio drops in Peshawar suburbs and wounded another, while the World Health Organisation (WHO) announced temporary suspension of the campaign, reports Daily Times.
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Unidentified assailants killed a lady worker, administering anti-polio drops in Peshawar suburbs and wounded another, while the World Health Organisation (WHO) announced temporary suspension of the campaign, reports Daily Times.
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May - 28 
Chairman of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Puhspa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on May 28 warned that looking for an alternative to the Khila Raj Regmi-led electoral government would lead to another ‘political disaster’ in the count
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Chairman of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Puhspa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on May 28 warned that looking for an alternative to the Khila Raj Regmi-led electoral government would lead to another ‘political disaster’ in the country, reports Republica. Dahal said, "It is sad and unfortunate that the same parties that signed the 11-point agreement and 25-point ordinance should be looking for an alternative to the current government." This is not the time to be looking for an alternative to the Regmi-led government, but a time to cooperate among each other for fixing the date for fresh elections, he added. Dahal claimed that a date for the Constituent Assembly (CA) election would be announced on May 29 (today) so that the poll could be held in the third week of November. "An agreement has been reached with the chairman to hold the fresh CA election by that time," he said, referring to his meeting with Chairman of the Interim Election Council Khil Raj Regmi earlier in the day. Dahal said he found the government working seriously towards announcing the date for the fresh election. "Once the poll date is announced, an environment for election will be created automatically," he further said, adding that a date for the fresh election would be announced at the earliest. Dahal also said that though the UCPN-M does not have any reservations even if a 10 percent threshold is mandated for election under the proportional representation system, his party opposes any such threshold with a view to ensuring adequate representation of the smaller parties. He also clarified that his party has not backtracked from the previous agreement to limit the number of seats in the upcoming CA to 491.
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May - 28 
Nepal News on May 28 reported that 67 political parties have registered with the Election Commission (EC) to contest the upcoming CA elections. Seven parties were registered on May 28, a day before the registration deadline expires. However, a number
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Nepal News on May 28 reported that 67 political parties have registered with the Election Commission (EC) to contest the upcoming CA elections. Seven parties were registered on May 28, a day before the registration deadline expires. However, a number of parties that are agitating against the government including the CPN-Maoist-Baidya are yet to come to the EC for registration. EC sources said the deadline will be extended in view of the possibility of the agitating parties agreeing to join the election process. The EC had started the registration process on May 1.
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May - 28 
A Dhaka court on May 28 framed charges against sixty-one leaders and activists of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), including its ‘President’ Delwar Hossain, in a case filed over vandalising vehicles at Shapla Chattar on January 28, reports Daily Star. T
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A Dhaka court on May 28 framed charges against sixty-one leaders and activists of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), including its ‘President’ Delwar Hossain, in a case filed over vandalising vehicles at Shapla Chattar on January 28, reports Daily Star. The court fixed June 26 for starting trial of the case. Twenty other accused have been absconding and charges were framed against them in absentia.
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May - 28 
At least five people were injured on May 28, when activists of Jubo Dal [the pro-Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) youth wing] clashed with Police in Chashara of Narayanganj, during the country-wide hartal (General Strike) called by Bangladesh Natio
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At least five people were injured on May 28, when activists of Jubo Dal [the pro-Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) youth wing] clashed with Police in Chashara of Narayanganj, during the country-wide hartal (General Strike) called by Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) led 18 party alliance against a court order on BNP senior vice chairman, Tarique Rahman, reports Daily Star. Further, hartal supporters vandalised at least 40 vehicles and torched five more and blasted around 30 crude bombs in Narayanganj, Kishoreganj, Feni, Faridpur and Bogra. In Dhaka, at least six vehicles were set ablaze.
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May - 28 
The Jathika Hela Urumaya (JHU), a coalition party of the ruling United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA), said it will take measures to mobilize the public to urge the government to abolish the 13th Amendment to the Constitution which devolve powers t
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The Jathika Hela Urumaya (JHU), a coalition party of the ruling United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA), said it will take measures to mobilize the public to urge the government to abolish the 13th Amendment to the Constitution which devolve powers to the provinces. The JHU is vehemently against the land and police powers given to the provinces under the 13th Amendment and calls for amending the Constitution to take away those powers from the provinces before holding the elections to the Northern Provincial Council scheduled for September. The National Freedom Front is also opposing giving land and police powers to the provinces and call to abolish the 13th Amendment. Their call is supported by Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, who says that he would never agree to granting Police powers to provincial councils according to the 13th Amendment.
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May - 29 
The Sangai Express reports that a team of Imphal East District Police commandos arrested one Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, identified as Thounaojam Bikram (21) from Napet junction on May 29. On verification, he disclosed that he joined PLA in
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The Sangai Express reports that a team of Imphal East District Police commandos arrested one Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, identified as Thounaojam Bikram (21) from Napet junction on May 29. On verification, he disclosed that he joined PLA in February 2013 through one Kumar alias Basanta of Iroisemba in Imphal West District. He had collected INR 4000 from an unknown person from Iroisemba and handed over to Kumar about a week back, said a press release issued by Imphal East Superintendant of Police. Bikram had also admitted a PLA woman cadre identified as, Paonam Luxmi (25) at Hospital from treatment, added the press release.
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May - 29 
According to intelligence sources, the Communists Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have recruited at least eight to 10 persons from Cachar District’s Borkhola and Karimganj District’s Patherkandi blocks during the past three months, reports The Tel
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According to intelligence sources, the Communists Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have recruited at least eight to 10 persons from Cachar District’s Borkhola and Karimganj District’s Patherkandi blocks during the past three months, reports The Telegraph. The sources said the recruiters were primarily focusing on tea tribe youths and other poor sections, including the Kaibarta community.
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May - 29 
An extortion drive by Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) in areas near the Nagaon-Karbi Anglong boundary has forced villagers to flee in panic, reports The Telegraph on May 30. According to reports, around 20 families of Jargaon village under J
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An extortion drive by Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) in areas near the Nagaon-Karbi Anglong boundary has forced villagers to flee in panic, reports The Telegraph on May 30. According to reports, around 20 families of Jargaon village under Jakhalabandha Police Station in Koliabar sub-division of Nagaon District fled to the nearby Sakmutia tea estate recently, seeking safety. The villagers said KPLT cadres had recently come to their village and demanded an “annual tax” from the residents. “We were asked to pay INR 1,000 as annual tax. It varied in case of well-to-do families and those who owned commercial and private vehicles,” a villager said.
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May - 29 
At least 2,542 people facing threats from militants are provided with security in the State, reveals reply to a Right to Information (RTI) query, Zee News reports on May 29. It also said that a total of 4,074 Security Force (SF) personnel are engage
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At least 2,542 people facing threats from militants are provided with security in the State, reveals reply to a Right to Information (RTI) query, Zee News reports on May 29. It also said that a total of 4,074 Security Force (SF) personnel are engaged in provided security to these people
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May - 29 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a Salwa Judum (an anti-Maoist vigilante group) activist, identified as M Mukka, near Asirguda in Sukma District on May 29, reports The Times of India. Police said Mukka, a former deputy sarpa
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a Salwa Judum (an anti-Maoist vigilante group) activist, identified as M Mukka, near Asirguda in Sukma District on May 29, reports The Times of India. Police said Mukka, a former deputy sarpanch (head of village level local self-Government institution) of Errabore, was an active member of Salwa Judum between 2005 and 2008.
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May - 29 
Khalil Ahmad alias Mama who is believed to be a close aide of Dawood Ibrahim was allegedly shot dead by rivals outside his office in Khari Baoli, Chandni Chowk area in North Delhi District on May 29, Indian Express reports. An assistant in his office
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Khalil Ahmad alias Mama who is believed to be a close aide of Dawood Ibrahim was allegedly shot dead by rivals outside his office in Khari Baoli, Chandni Chowk area in North Delhi District on May 29, Indian Express reports. An assistant in his office was also injured in the firing. Khalil has more than 34 cases of murder, attempt to murder, extortion, kidnapping and other crimes registered against him registered in various Police Stations.
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May - 29 
Major urban centres in the country, including the National Capital New Delhi, may witness targeted killings by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in coming months as they are looking for opportunities to carry out violence, intelligence rep
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Major urban centres in the country, including the National Capital New Delhi, may witness targeted killings by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in coming months as they are looking for opportunities to carry out violence, intelligence reports have warned, The Times of India reported on May 29. To get maximum mileage in respect of getting international attention as well as to boost the morale of the cadres, the Maoists would now try to carry out spectacular violence over soft targets in urban centres, the reports said. The reports suggested that Maoists have suffered significant reverses in recent past and the May 25 attack in Sukma District was the result of the extremists' attempt to hog national limelight and reassert their influence. Official sources said the desperation of Maoists reflected in the intercepted conversations of the few top leaders mostly hiding in deep jungles of Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Odisha.
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May - 29 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested three militants of the I K Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), identified as Raiman Khaklari, Jula Basumatari and S. Narzari, at Bhalukpong near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, rep
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested three militants of the I K Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), identified as Raiman Khaklari, Jula Basumatari and S. Narzari, at Bhalukpong near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, reports The Telegraph. The arrested trio were reportedly involved in the killing of tea planter Adilur Rahman on November 13, 2012.
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May - 29 
Separatist leaders on May 29 rejected the suggestion for a dialogue with Centre particularly with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Kashmir Times reports. Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, ‘chairman’ of All Party Hurriyat Conference-Mirwaiz (APHC-M) said that enviro
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Separatist leaders on May 29 rejected the suggestion for a dialogue with Centre particularly with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Kashmir Times reports. Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, ‘chairman’ of All Party Hurriyat Conference-Mirwaiz (APHC-M) said that environment is not conducive for initiating any dialogue with Prime Minister during his visit to Kashmir next month. Mohammad Yasin Malik, ‘chairman’ of Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) said that his party will not be part of any dialogue process with Prime Minister during his coming visit as he failed to initiate any serious dialogue with Pakistani establishment and with Kashmiri leadership for resolution of Kashmir issue. ‘Spokesperson’ of Syed Ali Shah Geelani led faction of All Party Hurriyat Conference Hurriyat Conference (APHC-G) Ayaz Akbar said his faction has already made it clear that they will not be part of any dialogue process unless Central Government will not react positively to their point five programme. “No talks with Dr Manmohan Singh and others, unless, political prisoners are not been released, New Delhi will not accept publicly disputed nature of Jammu and Kashmir, repealing of draconian laws like Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) and Disturbed Areas Act and cases are not been lodged against the police and CRPF personals, who killed 120 youths in 2010 peaceful agitation,” he said. As reported earlier, Pradesh (State) Congress Committee chief Saif u Din Soz on May 27 had asked APHC leaders to come forward and talk to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh scheduled to visit Kashmir in June.
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May - 29 
Shortcomings blight the Centre’s policy on dealing with Maoists and that include failure to put together all available resources to strengthen the campaign against them and lack of seriousness such an endeavour requires, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister R
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Shortcomings blight the Centre’s policy on dealing with Maoists and that include failure to put together all available resources to strengthen the campaign against them and lack of seriousness such an endeavour requires, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh said on May 29 in an interview to The Hindu. He, however, acknowledged that he was getting decent support from New Delhi when it came to the deployment of Central forces. Singh said the Centre’s policy had failed to bring together planning and intelligence-gathering; this affected anti-Maoist operations. He added that Naxalism is a bigger threat than it is perceived to be, and Centre should treat it as national problem.
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May - 29 
The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Regional Committee of the Assam Gorkha Sammelan (AGS) demanded the State government to safeguard and protection of lives and properties of Gorkha people living within BTC region, reports The Sentinel. They also
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The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Regional Committee of the Assam Gorkha Sammelan (AGS) demanded the State government to safeguard and protection of lives and properties of Gorkha people living within BTC region, reports The Sentinel. They also demanded round the clock vigilance and Police pickets in certain places where the Gorkha have threat perception. ‘President’ of the AGS, Laksmi Sedai, said that extortion notices in the name of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) were served to the innocent Gorkha villagers living in Indo–Bhutan border areas. He said the villages like Ultapani, Saralpara, Jharbari, Khalasi, Patgaon and Athiabari in Kokrajhar District, Shantipur, Runikhata, Malivita, Patabari, Amteka, Kaila–Maila, and Nijilaguri in Chirang District have been facing the brunt of anti–social elements.
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May - 29 
The Shillong Times reports that breakaway faction of Achik national Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) cadres led by their ‘chairman’ Rimpu Marak, on May 29, donated blood in the blood bank of Tura Civil Hospital. According to the ANVC-B, the group participa
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The Shillong Times reports that breakaway faction of Achik national Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) cadres led by their ‘chairman’ Rimpu Marak, on May 29, donated blood in the blood bank of Tura Civil Hospital. According to the ANVC-B, the group participated in this act as a ‘solemn gesture’ towards the sick and the poor who were awaiting supply of blood to the blood bank. The outfit said the blood donation campaign was the first phase and they would participate in similar campaigns in the coming days keeping in mind the needs of the people.
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May - 29 
The Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong, Tangkhul Mayar Ngala Long and Tangkhul Shanao Long (frontal organizations of the Tangkhul Nagas), on May 29, said that the un-mandated Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) have no say in any developmental, social or any
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The Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong, Tangkhul Mayar Ngala Long and Tangkhul Shanao Long (frontal organizations of the Tangkhul Nagas), on May 29, said that the un-mandated Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) have no say in any developmental, social or any issues in Ukhrul District.
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May - 29 
Unidentified gunmen on May 29 killed a businessman, Sudha Roy (34) at Mahur market in Dima Hasao District, reports Zee News.
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Unidentified gunmen on May 29 killed a businessman, Sudha Roy (34) at Mahur market in Dima Hasao District, reports Zee News.
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May - 29 
A person identified as Niaz Mohammed (70), was shot dead in the Lalabad area. Investigators believed that was also a targeted attack.
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A person identified as Niaz Mohammed (70), was shot dead in the Lalabad area. Investigators believed that was also a targeted attack.
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May - 29 
A watchman, Majeed Gul, was shot dead by two unidentified assailants in Bengali Market of Awami Colony.
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A watchman, Majeed Gul, was shot dead by two unidentified assailants in Bengali Market of Awami Colony.
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May - 29 
Armed assailants killed an estate agent in the Nazimabad area. The Police said the deceased was identified as Rizwan Khan.
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Armed assailants killed an estate agent in the Nazimabad area. The Police said the deceased was identified as Rizwan Khan.
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May - 29 
At least eight persons, including three Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) members, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 29, reports The News. Sarfaraz Ahmed, an MQM member, was shot dea
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At least eight persons, including three Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) members, were killed in separate incidents in Karachi (Karachi District), the provincial capital of Sindh, on May 29, reports The News. Sarfaraz Ahmed, an MQM member, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Gol Market of Nazimabad area.
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May - 29 
At least six militants, including the deputy ‘chief’ of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Waliur Rehman, were killed in a United State (US) drone strike in Chashma village near Miranshah town of North Waziristan agency, reports Daily Times. The ‘d
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At least six militants, including the deputy ‘chief’ of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Waliur Rehman, were killed in a United State (US) drone strike in Chashma village near Miranshah town of North Waziristan agency, reports Daily Times. The ‘death’ of Rehman, however, was not officially confirmed.
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May - 29 
Mohammed Saleem, an MQM member, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in New Karachi.
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Mohammed Saleem, an MQM member, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in New Karachi.
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May - 29 
One Ahsan Hussain (35) and his daughter, Laila (11), were shot at and injured by unidentified assailants near the Nusrat Bhutto Colony Morr in Peerabad.
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One Ahsan Hussain (35) and his daughter, Laila (11), were shot at and injured by unidentified assailants near the Nusrat Bhutto Colony Morr in Peerabad.
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May - 29 
Pakistan expressed serious concern over the drone attack, saying that it violated its national sovereignty, territorial integrity and international law. A Foreign Office spokesman, in a statement, said, “The government of Pakistan has expressed serio
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Pakistan expressed serious concern over the drone attack, saying that it violated its national sovereignty, territorial integrity and international law. A Foreign Office spokesman, in a statement, said, “The government of Pakistan has expressed serious concerns over the US drone attack that occurred in North Waziristan on May 29.” “The Government of Pakistan has consistently maintained that the drone strikes are counter-productive, entail loss of innocent civilian lives, have human rights and humanitarian implications and violate the principles of national sovereignty, territorial integrity and international law.”
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May - 29 
Police defused a powerful bomb in Badaber area on the outskirt of the Peshawar (Peshawar District), the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
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Police defused a powerful bomb in Badaber area on the outskirt of the Peshawar (Peshawar District), the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
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May - 29 
The Army and Paramilitary Forces on May 29 killed 15 militants and destroyed their five hideouts located in Parachamkani area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 29, reports Dawn.
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The Army and Paramilitary Forces on May 29 killed 15 militants and destroyed their five hideouts located in Parachamkani area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on May 29, reports Dawn.
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May - 29 
The dead body of a person, identified as Amin (35), was found in the 5-F area of New Karachi Industrial Area.
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The dead body of a person, identified as Amin (35), was found in the 5-F area of New Karachi Industrial Area.
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May - 29 
The dead body of an unidentified young person was found from Korangi area.
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The dead body of an unidentified young person was found from Korangi area.
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May - 29 
Two Security Force (SF) were shot at and injured while they were patrolling in the Awan and Kunwari colonies.
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Two Security Force (SF) were shot at and injured while they were patrolling in the Awan and Kunwari colonies.
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May - 29 
Unidentified assailants killed an MQM member, identified as Syed Fasahat (28), in Sindhi Muslim Society near KMC Market.
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Unidentified assailants killed an MQM member, identified as Syed Fasahat (28), in Sindhi Muslim Society near KMC Market.
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May - 29 
Unidentified militants attacked an anti-polio team with stones in Tal area of Hangu District, injuring a staff member, on May 29, reports Daily Times.
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Unidentified militants attacked an anti-polio team with stones in Tal area of Hangu District, injuring a staff member, on May 29, reports Daily Times.
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May - 29 
Chairman of the interim election council Khil Raj Regmi on May 29 said that the government was committed to hold the Constituent Assembly (CA) elections by the 3rd week of November (1st week of the Nepali month of Mangsir), reports Nepal News. He sai
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Chairman of the interim election council Khil Raj Regmi on May 29 said that the government was committed to hold the Constituent Assembly (CA) elections by the 3rd week of November (1st week of the Nepali month of Mangsir), reports Nepal News. He said that the government was in consultations with the parties to resolve the differences on the proposed election ordinance and that the election date would be announced after a "favourable political situation" is created. He also said that the government expected cooperation from the political parties and other stakeholders to create election atmosphere.
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May - 29 
Chairman of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) Surya Bahadur Thapa, stressed on the need to carry out the election to the CA within third week of November 2013, adding that polls should be held in a free and fearless environment without any further
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Chairman of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) Surya Bahadur Thapa, stressed on the need to carry out the election to the CA within third week of November 2013, adding that polls should be held in a free and fearless environment without any further delay. He said that disgruntled parties that currently appear to oppose the election should also be taken into confidence so that they participate in the CA election from where the much-awaited new constituted should be promulgated. Thapa, who is also a former Prime Minister, said that pro-monarchist Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and Rastriya Janashakti Party (RJP) agreed to merge with each other to form the new RPP would always fight to safeguard democracy and people’s supremacy.
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May - 29 
Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) general secretary Ishwar Pokharel has asked Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda to stop engaging in his own “political promotion” by tr
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Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) general secretary Ishwar Pokharel has asked Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda to stop engaging in his own “political promotion” by trying to break up social harmony that exists in the country with his activities. He also requested Dahal not to damage Nepal’s delicate social fabric further by raising the issue of caste and ethnicity. Pokharel accused Dahal of politicizing these issues to the detriment of the nation. He also talked about the famous “doublespeak” and hyprocracy that Dahal has always been accused of, saying that Dahal’s ploy of forging agreements on various issues concerning the peace process with various parties and stakeholders and at the same time talking against them in order to weaken those understandings has given a bad name to politics in the country. “Because of acts like these the people of the country have lost their trust and confidence on Nepali politics and political parties,” Pokharel said.
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May - 29 
Mohan Baidya led CPN-Maoist-Baidya leader Dev Gurung on May 29 warned that the day of unilateral declaration of election date would be the day of beginning of civil war in the country. Gurung said, “With the declaration of election date, certainly th
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Mohan Baidya led CPN-Maoist-Baidya leader Dev Gurung on May 29 warned that the day of unilateral declaration of election date would be the day of beginning of civil war in the country. Gurung said, “With the declaration of election date, certainly there would be launching of national liberation war or civil war in the country. They may succeed to hold elections through mobilization of army but it would invite confrontations and civil war in the country.” He reiterated his party’s stance for holding a round table conference of all parties to decide on various matters including the declaration of the poll date. He also ruled out any prospects of his party’s unification with UCPN-M claiming that the UCPN-M chairman Dahal’s recent statement on the unification was just as ploy to threaten to CPN-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) and Nepal Congress (NC). However, Chairman of the CPN-Maoist-Baidya has clarified that his party has not decided to boycott the upcoming CA polls as has been believed, adding that in fact his party has adopted a “wait and see” policy in regards to the election, reports Nepal News. “We have not decided to boycott the election. We are in fact in favour of a meaningful Constituent Assembly election. So we are in a wait and see mode,” he said on May 27. Baidya said that the four major political forces – UCPN-M, NC, CPM-UML and United Madheshi Democratic Front (UDMF) – bypassed the concerns and demands of 24 fringe parties, including CPN-Maoist-Baidya while taking important decisions instead of involving them in finding a way out to the prevalent political problems. “This is why we have not decided to hold talks with the high-level political mechanism led by the four major political forces as it is not constitutional,” he said, but added that his party is continuing to hold informal talks with other political forces.
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May - 29 
A Dhaka court on May 29 granted bail to Hefajat-e Islam (HeI) ‘Secretary General’, Junaid Babunagari, in all the three cases filed against him, including one for killing a Police officer, reports Daily Star. The prosecution did not oppose the bail pe
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A Dhaka court on May 29 granted bail to Hefajat-e Islam (HeI) ‘Secretary General’, Junaid Babunagari, in all the three cases filed against him, including one for killing a Police officer, reports Daily Star. The prosecution did not oppose the bail petitions. Earlier, the HeI leader Babunagari in his May 21 judicial confession said the HeI’s May 5 Dhaka siege programme was designed to oust the Awami League-led alliance Government.
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May - 29 
BNP-led 18-party alliance Hartal supporters set ablaze and vandalised more than 60 vehicles at different parts of the country, including the capital Dhaka, Chittagong & Narayanganj during the daylong Hartal. The opposition called the hartal demanding
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BNP-led 18-party alliance Hartal supporters set ablaze and vandalised more than 60 vehicles at different parts of the country, including the capital Dhaka, Chittagong & Narayanganj during the daylong Hartal. The opposition called the hartal demanding withdrawal of the cases against BNP Senior Vice-chairman, Tarique Rahman.
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May - 29 
Two crude bombs were hurled at the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) compound in Dhaka, leaving a Police constable, Ratan Kumar Dutta, injured during the day long Hartal (general strike) called by Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) led 18 party allian
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Two crude bombs were hurled at the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) compound in Dhaka, leaving a Police constable, Ratan Kumar Dutta, injured during the day long Hartal (general strike) called by Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) led 18 party alliance on May 29, reports Daily Star.
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May - 29 
Addressing the opening ceremony of the Global Services Forum Beijing Summit in Beijing (China), President Mahinda Rajapaksa on May 29 explained how Sri Lanka's economic development initiatives are closely linked to the reconciliation process underta
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Addressing the opening ceremony of the Global Services Forum Beijing Summit in Beijing (China), President Mahinda Rajapaksa on May 29 explained how Sri Lanka's economic development initiatives are closely linked to the reconciliation process undertaken by his administration, reports Daily News. "Many leaders across the world acknowledge that economic disparities are a source for internal conflicts. Aware of this fact, we in Sri Lanka are working hard to ensure that all the citizens of our country get equal economic opportunities."
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May - 29 
The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) said that the government was covertly backing the move to abolish the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, Colombo Page reported on May 30. The TNA parliamentarian, Attorney at Law, M. A. Sumanthiran said the move by
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The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) said that the government was covertly backing the move to abolish the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, Colombo Page reported on May 30. The TNA parliamentarian, Attorney at Law, M. A. Sumanthiran said the move by the nationalist party Jathika Hela Urumaya (JHU) to propose the abolition of the provincial council system under the 13th Amendment to the Constitution is backed by the government since the JHU is a constituent member of the governing party with a member in the Cabinet. Explaining that the JHU is a constituent party in the government with a member in the cabinet and therefore is bound by collective responsibility, Sumanthiran said the government is "obviously behind this move, but does not have the courage to do it directly." He noted that the JHU has participated in the provincial council system and have a minister too in the Western Provincial Council while the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) too has participated in this system when Minister Wimal Weerawansa was a member of the JVP. "It is therefore hypocritical for both to now object to the provincial council system only to deny the Tamil People of the North the opportunity to participate in it," he pointed out. "There must be a power-sharing arrangement agreed upon that enables the Tamil People of this country to live as equal citizens with dignity and self-respect, handling their own affairs in their own areas," the Tamil legislator said. However, Sumanthiran noted that this government's track record on finding a lasting solution to the ethnic issue will not infuse any degree of confidence. He added that India has a moral responsibility to ensure that the 13th Amendment is fully implemented and also to ensure that Sri Lanka goes beyond that.
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May - 29 
Tissa Attanayake, General Secretary of main opposition United National Party (UNP), criticized Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa's statement on the holding of provincial council elections in Northern Province, Colombo Page reported on May 29. Att
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Tissa Attanayake, General Secretary of main opposition United National Party (UNP), criticized Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa's statement on the holding of provincial council elections in Northern Province, Colombo Page reported on May 29. Attanayake observed that Rajapaksa has breached the role of a public servant by stating that holding the Northern Provincial Council election would pose a threat to national security. Explaining that public officials are prohibited to make statements regarding policy matters, Attanayake said it was up to the government in power to make such statements and that Rajapaksa's comment is a violation of the code of conducts that govern public servants.
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May - 29 
Vanni Security Forces Commander and Officer-in-Charge of Displaced Persons Major General Boniface Perera has said that civilians living in the Northern Province do not want the Army to be removed from the Northern Province, Daily News reported on May
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Vanni Security Forces Commander and Officer-in-Charge of Displaced Persons Major General Boniface Perera has said that civilians living in the Northern Province do not want the Army to be removed from the Northern Province, Daily News reported on May 30. “The people do not want the Army to be removed from the Northern Province as they think they will have to face another appalling situation similar to what they experienced during the war period,” he added. The civilians are dealing with the Army in a very friendly manner. The Sri Lanka Army has already become one of the main contributors of the development process in the Northern Province. Civilians in the North want to assist development by joining with the Army, Major General Perera said. The government has already resettled war affected persons in the Northern Province and it has given priority to the Northern Province development projects. In such a situation, certain elements such as the Udayan newspaper and other organizations are trying to divide Sri Lanka again. “They are working according to an agenda of the Tamil Diaspora. People who failed to win the Eelam war through terrorism are now trying to win it by dividing Sinhalese, Tamils and Muslims by publishing such articles which arouse communal hatred,” Major General Perera said. Major General Perera was reacting to an article published in Udayan on May 26 in which the newspaper questioned why the government acquires public lands privately if 14 army camps out of 17 in Jaffna are to be shifted to the Palali High Security Zone. Commenting specifically on this report, Perera said: “When we look at these facts we can clearly see that these allegations are baseless. We have never acquired any land in the Northern Province after 2009. If anyone says someone has acquired public lands in the Northern Province after defeating terrorism and if they are ready to give information on who had done it and when and where, we are ready investigate into the incident,” he said.
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May - 30 
10 persons, including four Security Force (SF) personnel were injured in violent clashes on May 30 at Maisuma locality and adjoining parts of Srinagar city (Srinagar District) during a general shutdown which was called in protest against Jammu and Ka
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10 persons, including four Security Force (SF) personnel were injured in violent clashes on May 30 at Maisuma locality and adjoining parts of Srinagar city (Srinagar District) during a general shutdown which was called in protest against Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Government's decision to not allow Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) ‘chairman’ Mohammad Yasin Malik in the earthquake-affected Doda District, reported Kashmir Times. Shops, other business establishments and government offices remained closed at Maisuma, Gawkadal, Red Cross Road and some portion of Budshah Chowk in the District.
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May - 30 
A court in Bangalore city (India), on May 30, acquitted 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) suspects who were being tried for allegedly possessing explosives and substances used for making bombs, reports Daily Mirror. The ten were arrested by
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A court in Bangalore city (India), on May 30, acquitted 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) suspects who were being tried for allegedly possessing explosives and substances used for making bombs, reports Daily Mirror. The ten were arrested by Police in the city in 2002. They were in judicial custody and were subsequently granted bail by Supreme Court and Karnataka High Court. Sessions Judge M S Balakrishna acquitted the 10 accused for lack of evidence.
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May - 30 
A group of militants trying to infiltrate into the Indian side was neutralized by the Indian troopers in the night of May 30, Daily Excelsior reported. Security Forces (SFs) opened firing after observing movement of infiltrators in forward Sagra area
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A group of militants trying to infiltrate into the Indian side was neutralized by the Indian troopers in the night of May 30, Daily Excelsior reported. Security Forces (SFs) opened firing after observing movement of infiltrators in forward Sagra area of Balnoi sector along the Line of Control (LoC) in Mendhar tehsil (revenue unit) of Poonch District. Sources said that SF personnel conducted searches in entire Balnoi area early in the morning. However, there were no traces indicating infiltration of the militants on this side of the LoC. The infiltrators had retreated, they added.
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May - 30 
A live Chinese grenade and several China-made bullets were recovered, embedded in trees, during search and counter-insurgency operation near Jheerum Ghati in Darbha area of the same District, where 28 people, including three senior Congress leaders,
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A live Chinese grenade and several China-made bullets were recovered, embedded in trees, during search and counter-insurgency operation near Jheerum Ghati in Darbha area of the same District, where 28 people, including three senior Congress leaders, were killed in the May 25 ambush, reports The Times of India. Security Forces found three grenades during the search, of which one was China-made, according to the experts on explosives with the search teams. Surprisingly, one grenade that was found near the body of Pawan Kondra, the PSO of slain Congress leader Mahendra Karma, on May 29, was found missing from the spot when explosives experts reached there on May 30 to destroy it. Kondra's body was found on Wednesday around 250 m away from the ambush site.
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May - 30 
According to Nagaland Post on May 30 Shambhu Singh, Joint Secretary (northeast) in the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, said “The link between Maoists and Manipur’s [People’s Liberation Army] PLA has been broken long time ago due to logistical problem
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According to Nagaland Post on May 30 Shambhu Singh, Joint Secretary (northeast) in the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, said “The link between Maoists and Manipur’s [People’s Liberation Army] PLA has been broken long time ago due to logistical problem in Myanmar and strong presence of security forces along the India-Myanmar border”. He added that the relationship between these two rebel outfits was broken over the past one year now after the PLA shifted their training camps to Taga in Northern part of Myanmar. Earlier on October 22, 2008 PLA and Maoists signed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Stating that the Maoist has not been able to establish itself in the others states of the region, Singh said, “They (Maoists leaders) have visited Manipur and Nagaland, but they have not been able to establish themselves. In the Northeast, only Assam has few remnants of Maoist activities. In the case of Meghalaya, there is no Maoist presence.” Singh also informed that Indian rebels groups -- PLA, Sumarjit faction National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the anti-talk faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF)– operating from Myanmar has been facing a difficult time to infiltrate into India since most of the routes have been blocked by Security Forces. Even the Khaplang faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) had even cautioned the ULFA and NDFB not to move out of Myanmar in view of the strong security presence,” Singh added. However, Singh, admitted that there are certain areas along the international border that need improvement in guarding. “But the overall troop deployment has improved,” he said.
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May - 30 
Assam Chief Minister (CM) Tarun Gogoi on May 30 stated that Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) are active in nine Districts of the State and his government was concerned over their growing activities though it was yet to reach an alarming p
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Assam Chief Minister (CM) Tarun Gogoi on May 30 stated that Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) are active in nine Districts of the State and his government was concerned over their growing activities though it was yet to reach an alarming proportion, reports Shillong Times on May 31. CM commented, “We are concerned over Maoists [CPI-Maoist] activities in the state and have been keeping a close tab on them since 2006. Our sustained vigil has failed the Maoists elements to set up a statewide base so far though they have become active in certain pockets in nine of the districts of the State”. He informed that Assam Police had so far arrested 58 Maoists leaders/activists in the State including a few central committee leaders while four Maoists leaders had been killed in encounter with Police in the State. CM said that Maoists elements were active in various areas under 35 Police Stations spread over nine Districts-Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Sivasagar, Jorhat, Golaghat, Cachar and Karimganj.
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May - 30 
India continues to be one of the most persistently targeted countries by transnational terrorist groups like Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), according to United States (US) State Department annual Country Reports on Terrorism 2012, Indian Express reports on M
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India continues to be one of the most persistently targeted countries by transnational terrorist groups like Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), according to United States (US) State Department annual Country Reports on Terrorism 2012, Indian Express reports on May 31. "While this figure represents a 25 per cent decrease from the previous year, India remained subject to violent terrorist attacks and continued to be one of the most persistently targeted countries by transnational terrorist groups such as Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT)," the report stated. It added, "Included in the total number of fatalities were the 364 deaths ascribed to left-wing violent extremism, almost 80 per cent of which were Communist Party of India Maoist or Maoist/Naxalite violence, which the Indian government considers its most serious internal security threat. To date, those groups have not specifically targeted US or other international interests”. "India and Pakistan attempted to decrease tensions in their bilateral relationship by increasing official dialogue between their two governments, lessening trade restrictions, and relaxing some visa requirements in 2012….Continued allegations of violations of the Line of Control between India and Pakistan (the border along Jammu and Kashmir), however, and Indian concerns about Pakistani-based terrorist groups remained impediments to normalizing relations," the report said.
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May - 30 
Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) ‘chairman’ Mohammad Yasin Malik on May 30 gave a general strike call on Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s visit to the State on June 25, 3013.
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Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) ‘chairman’ Mohammad Yasin Malik on May 30 gave a general strike call on Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s visit to the State on June 25, 3013.
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May - 30 
Meanwhile, a college teacher from Chirang District in the Bodo Territorial Autonomous District (BTAD), who went missing three months ago, is “suspected” to have joined the NDFB-Sonbijit faction, reports The Telegraph on May 31. Ranjit Basumatary (40)
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Meanwhile, a college teacher from Chirang District in the Bodo Territorial Autonomous District (BTAD), who went missing three months ago, is “suspected” to have joined the NDFB-Sonbijit faction, reports The Telegraph on May 31. Ranjit Basumatary (40) was teaching history at Bengtol College since 2004. Chirang District superintendent of Police Kumar Sanjit Krishna said, “The college teacher has been missing since the past three months. We suspect that he has joined the NDFB (Songbijit) faction.” A close colleague of the missing lecturer confirmed the development saying, “Ranjit has completed his basic training with the outfit. Currently, he is the general secretary of the outfit. He had told me this over phone,” the colleague said.
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May - 30 
Meanwhile, even as the Dimapur-based Naga civil society received overwhelming public support for its decision to pay only one 'tax' to underground organizations, the district administration refused to subscribe to the resolve, stating that as a Gover
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Meanwhile, even as the Dimapur-based Naga civil society received overwhelming public support for its decision to pay only one 'tax' to underground organizations, the district administration refused to subscribe to the resolve, stating that as a Government body it cannot allow such 'taxation' as it is illegal, reports The Times of India on June 1. A meeting of civil society bodies with the district administration and Police on May 30 discussed the menace of unabated 'taxation' by both Naga undergrounds and government agencies. The civil society bodies, under the aegis of the Naga Council, submitted a memorandum to the deputy commissioner (DC) highlighting how the Action Committee on Unabated Taxation was formed and passed certain resolutions to tackle illegal 'taxation' in Dimapur.
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May - 30 
Nagaland Post reports on May 31 that more civil organizations from various parts of Nagaland including Nagaland Voluntary Consumers’ Organisation (NVCO), Christian Forum, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) State unit, Wokha District Chamber of Commer
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Nagaland Post reports on May 31 that more civil organizations from various parts of Nagaland including Nagaland Voluntary Consumers’ Organisation (NVCO), Christian Forum, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) State unit, Wokha District Chamber of Commerce & Industry (WDCCI), Mezdiphema Town Trade & Chamber of Commerce (MTTCC) and Medziphema Town G.B. Union (MTGBU), Western Sumi Youth Front (WSYF) have expressed outrage at the “illegal taxations and unabated extortions” in Dimapur and expressed total solidarity with the Action Committee Against Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) comprising of Dimapur-based civil society and public organizations under the aegis of Naga Council.
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May - 30 
Revolutionary Government of Kukigam & Kuki Revolutionary Army (RGOK/ KRA) on May 30 has categorically announced through media that it no longer prefer violence, reports Nagaland Post. Announcing this at a press conference at Diphu, ‘general secretar
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Revolutionary Government of Kukigam & Kuki Revolutionary Army (RGOK/ KRA) on May 30 has categorically announced through media that it no longer prefer violence, reports Nagaland Post. Announcing this at a press conference at Diphu, ‘general secretary ‘of RGOK and KRA, Karbi Anglong, Lalsei Gangte said “we want peace and a peaceful settlement of the decade old Kuki Problems of Karbi Anglong”.
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May - 30 
Thailand and India signed a treaty for the extradition of fugitives wanted for terrorism, transnational crimes, economic offences and other serious crimes on May 30 during the visit of Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to Thailand, The Times of In
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Thailand and India signed a treaty for the extradition of fugitives wanted for terrorism, transnational crimes, economic offences and other serious crimes on May 30 during the visit of Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to Thailand, The Times of India reports. The treaty provides for the extradition of any person who is wanted for trial or for the imposition or enforcement of a sentence by one contracting state and is found in the territory of the other contracting state. The treaty will help India getting custody of fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim’s associate Syed Muzakkir Mudassar Hassan alias Munna Jhingada who is currently lodged at Bangkok's Bangkhwang Central Jail and serving prison term for attempting to kill rival don Chhota Rajan in September 2000 in Bangkok. Additionally, both the countries have also entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation against money laundering, criminal activity related to money laundering and terror financing.
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May - 30 
The all-party meeting in Chhattisgarh called by the State Government and boycotted by the Congress asked the Centre to prepare an action plan in coordination with other Maoist-hit states like Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand and Odisha to take on the insurg
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The all-party meeting in Chhattisgarh called by the State Government and boycotted by the Congress asked the Centre to prepare an action plan in coordination with other Maoist-hit states like Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand and Odisha to take on the insurgents on May 30, reports The Times of India. Chief Minister Raman Singh Raman Singh told reporters that the parties discussed several short-term and long term measures and received suggestions from political parties for their implementation. It was decided to step up development work in tribal areas and take all possible security measures to prevent such an attack again.
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May - 30 
The Chhattisgarh State Police have sanctioned seven new Police Stations in several Districts of the State to improve law and order situation, reports The Times of India. The proposal for new police stations, which was lingering since long was sanctio
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The Chhattisgarh State Police have sanctioned seven new Police Stations in several Districts of the State to improve law and order situation, reports The Times of India. The proposal for new police stations, which was lingering since long was sanctioned by inspector general of police G P Singh on May 30. As per the orders, Kabirnagar and Sejabahar would get two Police Stations in Raipur while a new Police station would be at Akla Dongri in Dhamtari District. Atarmara at Panduka block in Gariyaband District, Kurushnar in Narayanpur District, Gurgum at Jagdalpur District and Faraspal and Mahendra Karma's native place in Dantewada District would have one new Police Station each.
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May - 30 
The Government is set to move unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) meant for anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operations to Bhilai in Chhattisgarh, even as the Indian Air Force (IAF) is ramping up its helicopter fleet in central India, reports The T
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The Government is set to move unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) meant for anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operations to Bhilai in Chhattisgarh, even as the Indian Air Force (IAF) is ramping up its helicopter fleet in central India, reports The Times of India. Though the moves were planned earlier, the twin responses would further strengthen government's ongoing effort to revise its security response to the Naxalite menace in the wake of last Saturday's attack on Congress leaders in Bastar, Chhattisgarh.
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May - 30 
The Shillong Times reports on May 31 that the magisterial probe into the killing of three breakaway factions of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) militants at Dobu, Chittingbing village in East Garo Hills District of Meghalaya on March 9, 201
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The Shillong Times reports on May 31 that the magisterial probe into the killing of three breakaway factions of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) militants at Dobu, Chittingbing village in East Garo Hills District of Meghalaya on March 9, 2013 revealed that no sufficient time was given by the Security Forces to the cadres to surrender. Three ANVC-B militants were killed in an encounter with Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT).. The First Class Magistrate, Williamnagar, WCR Marak, who conducted the magisterial probe, said in his report, “The question on whether sufficient opportunities were given to the suspected militants to surrender cannot be answered in the affirmative”. It was at the thatched house premises of Garo couple Sengkut Sangma and Sunilla N Marak that the three ANVC-B cadres were killed. Stating that the call of the security forces to the militants to surrender may not have been so audible, the probe report said, “The house (of the couple) is situated on the edge of the village and surrounded by thick jungle. There were only one or two houses nearby and the nearest being the house of Bialson Sangma, who is also the father-in-law of Sengkut Sangma”.
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May - 30 
The team of computer scientists from the University of Maryland in United States (US) has predicted that Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) will attack on either professional Security Forces and/or public, symbolic, transport and tourist targets, in the next four
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The team of computer scientists from the University of Maryland in United States (US) has predicted that Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) will attack on either professional Security Forces and/or public, symbolic, transport and tourist targets, in the next four months, Hindustan Times reports on May 31. The predictions are based on a set of models devised by a team led by Prof. V.S. Subrahmanian which are constructed on the basis of data of the terror group that were collected for 25 years, from 1985 to 2010. "The data is recorded on a monthly basis and includes the values of approximately 770 variables for each month," Prof. Subrahmanian commented. "Among such strategies, exposing unfavourable information about LeT leaders, particularly financial corruption, is the most effective one…Historically, when terrorist groups are under pressure, splinter groups like the Indian Mujaheedin [IM] carry out some of the deadliest attacks," he said. With counter terrorism as the goal, the scientists have attempted to forecast what LeT will resort to under a set of given 'environmental' and 'action' variables. While 'environmental' variables relate to social, cultural, economic, military aspects in which LeT is operating, including state responses to terror, 'action' variables relate to actions that LeT took.
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May - 30 
The Times of India reports that Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lieutenant-General (retired), Nirbhay Sharma, on May 30 said the Naga issue is very complex and it should be resolved considering the aspirations of all affected Northeast States when asked a
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The Times of India reports that Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lieutenant-General (retired), Nirbhay Sharma, on May 30 said the Naga issue is very complex and it should be resolved considering the aspirations of all affected Northeast States when asked about the insurgency problem of Tirap, Changlang and Longding Districts of the State where Naga rebels from neighboring Nagaland are operating. Sharma commented, "The Centre is initiating peace process with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) and I personally hope that the issue will be resolved amicably.” Sharma, who took oath on May 29, said his priority area would be to develop the State.
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May - 30 
The Times of India reports that two cadres of the Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB-Songbijit) were arrested by the army's Red Horn Division in the Kahibari Chowk area of the Udalguri District bordering Bhutan on May 30
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The Times of India reports that two cadres of the Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB-Songbijit) were arrested by the army's Red Horn Division in the Kahibari Chowk area of the Udalguri District bordering Bhutan on May 30. The army said the duo, identified as B Hadwad alias Hakim Basumatry and B Birgrang alias Binju Lis were involved in large-scale extortion in the District. Two pistols and ammunition were found on the duo. Army officials said that there has been a spurt in the activities of the Songbijit faction in the District after it broke away recently from the faction headed by Ranjan Daimary, who is currently in jail and evinced interest for talks. Another faction, NDFP-Progressive (NDFB-P), is holding dialogue with the Centre. Earlier this month, about 15 cadres of the Songbijit faction of NDFB were arrested by Police in Sivasagar while they were on their way to Myanmar for training. I K Songbijit is believed to be based in Myanmar.
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May - 30 
Top leaders of the CPI-Maoist, including Ramanna alias Ravulu Sriniwas, have been named in the First Information Report (FIR) lodged by the Chhattisgarh Police in connection with the attack on Congress convoy in which 29 people, including senior Cong
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Top leaders of the CPI-Maoist, including Ramanna alias Ravulu Sriniwas, have been named in the First Information Report (FIR) lodged by the Chhattisgarh Police in connection with the attack on Congress convoy in which 29 people, including senior Congress leaders were killed on May 25, reports The Times of India. Police sources said Darbha Police has registered FIR against CPI-Maoist Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DSZC) secretary Ramanna alias Ravulu Sriniwas, South Bastar regional committee Secretary Ganesh Uike alias Paka Hanumanthu and others. Names of other Naxalite leaders Vinod, Dewa and many other rebels from Darbha division figured in the FIR. Besides, the Police have also registered cases against unknown members of Peoples' Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA), the military wing of the CPI-Maoist.
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May - 30 
Violating ceasefire, Pakistani troops opened fire on Indian posts in the late evening of May 30 in Mankote sector of Mendhar locality (Poonch District), Kashmir Times reports. The reason behind the firing from across the Line of Control (LoC) could n
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Violating ceasefire, Pakistani troops opened fire on Indian posts in the late evening of May 30 in Mankote sector of Mendhar locality (Poonch District), Kashmir Times reports. The reason behind the firing from across the Line of Control (LoC) could not be ascertained. No loss to life or property was reported on the Indian side in the exchange of firing.
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May - 30 
A person, identified as Abdullah, was shot dead in Badezai area of Zhob District
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A person, identified as Abdullah, was shot dead in Badezai area of Zhob District
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May - 30 
A prayer leader, identified as Mullah Mohammad Hassan, was killed by unidentified assailants in Turbat city of same District.
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A prayer leader, identified as Mullah Mohammad Hassan, was killed by unidentified assailants in Turbat city of same District.
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May - 30 
A ten year old boy was killed and three others of his family were injured in a landmine blast in Loti area of Dera Bugti District, on May 30, reports Dawn.
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A ten year old boy was killed and three others of his family were injured in a landmine blast in Loti area of Dera Bugti District, on May 30, reports Dawn.
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May - 30 
At least 18 militants were killed and several others were injured when Pakistani jets bombed militant hideouts in Tabay area of central Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), on May 30, reports Daily Times. A military operation
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At least 18 militants were killed and several others were injured when Pakistani jets bombed militant hideouts in Tabay area of central Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), on May 30, reports Daily Times. A military operation has been continued in central Kurram for past three weeks. Reportedly at least 100 militants have been killed and several insurgent hideouts have also been destroyed during this time.
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May - 30 
At least two Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants were killed by Rangers during an encounter in Kunwari Colony of Pirabad area, of Karachi (provincial capital of Sindh) on May 30, reports Daily Times. According to details, Ranger’s un-named off
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At least two Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants were killed by Rangers during an encounter in Kunwari Colony of Pirabad area, of Karachi (provincial capital of Sindh) on May 30, reports Daily Times. According to details, Ranger’s un-named official said they conducted a targeted raid in the area on a tip-off about the presence of the criminal elements. “As our team entered the area, gunmen opened straight fire on our personnel, resulting in an exchange of fire,” He added. The officials recovered hand grenades, pistols and a motorcycle from their possession and claimed that the suspects belonged to the Zawail group of TTP, who were also involved in killing of Policemen.
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