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October - 1 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi asked the ULFA to participate in the peace process by adopting non-violent and democratic means to settle their grievances in the interest of development and prosperity of the State, reports Press Trust of India.
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi asked the ULFA to participate in the peace process by adopting non-violent and democratic means to settle their grievances in the interest of development and prosperity of the State, reports Press Trust of India.
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October - 1 
Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, accused the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)-backed People’s Consultative Group (PCG) of having bypassed him in the peace talks between the ULFA and Union Government, reports Assam Tribune. However, the PCG de
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Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, accused the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)-backed People’s Consultative Group (PCG) of having bypassed him in the peace talks between the ULFA and Union Government, reports Assam Tribune. However, the PCG denied the allegation and instead accused the Chief Minister of making a false statement.
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October - 1 
Earlier on October 1, security force personnel arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Th. Jiten Singh, from Heirangoithong in the capital Imphal.
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Earlier on October 1, security force personnel arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Th. Jiten Singh, from Heirangoithong in the capital Imphal.
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October - 1 
Elsewhere in the district, All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militants shot dead a tribal woman, the wife of a former cadre of the outfit, identified as Swapan Debbarma, at Ampura under Khowai sub-division on October 1-night, reports Tripurainfo. The mi
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Elsewhere in the district, All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militants shot dead a tribal woman, the wife of a former cadre of the outfit, identified as Swapan Debbarma, at Ampura under Khowai sub-division on October 1-night, reports Tripurainfo. The militants were reportedly targeting Swapan Debbarma for allegedly acting as a police informer. "Militants targeted him on suspicion that he was helping the police", said a police official. Since the militants could not trace him at his residence, they killed his wife.
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October - 1 
Elsewhere in the State, two top cadres of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami outfit, Noor Mohammed and Nisar Ahmed, were arrested along with one AK rifle with one magazine and one SLR with one magazine and 10 rounds after an encounter at village Khushal in
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Elsewhere in the State, two top cadres of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami outfit, Noor Mohammed and Nisar Ahmed, were arrested along with one AK rifle with one magazine and one SLR with one magazine and 10 rounds after an encounter at village Khushal in the Doda district. Security forces also arrested six over-ground workers of the militants
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October - 1 
Imphal Free Press has reported that suspected United National Liberation Front (UNLF) shot dead two youths said to be extortionists and drug users at Langjing Heinoupok Lampak in the Imphal West district on October 1.
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Imphal Free Press has reported that suspected United National Liberation Front (UNLF) shot dead two youths said to be extortionists and drug users at Langjing Heinoupok Lampak in the Imphal West district on October 1.
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Meanwhile, talking to reporters in Imphal on October 1, the Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh has ruled out a full-fledged military offensive against militant groups operating in the State, saying that his Government was trying to establish co
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Meanwhile, talking to reporters in Imphal on October 1, the Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh has ruled out a full-fledged military offensive against militant groups operating in the State, saying that his Government was trying to establish contact with leaders of these organisations to bring them to the negotiating table. “We believe that one day the leaders of these armed groups will realise the futility of violence. It may take some time but they will surely accept our offer for talks,” the Chief Minister disclosed.
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Meanwhile, the NSCN-K on October 1 has decided not to meet a delegation of the Nagaland Baptist Church Convention stated for October 5, unless the church body acknowledged the terrorist activities of the NSCN-IM against its cadres, Kukis and Nagas.
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Meanwhile, the NSCN-K on October 1 has decided not to meet a delegation of the Nagaland Baptist Church Convention stated for October 5, unless the church body acknowledged the terrorist activities of the NSCN-IM against its cadres, Kukis and Nagas.
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Pioneer reports that four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with the police near Pendhari village in the Gadchiroli district on October 1. Police said that two to three police personnel sustained minor in
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Pioneer reports that four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with the police near Pendhari village in the Gadchiroli district on October 1. Police said that two to three police personnel sustained minor injuries in the exchange of fire that broke out in the area.
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Police recovered the dead body of a 60-year old civilian, Abdul Razak Chandel, from the Gool area of Udhampur district. He had reportedly been abducted on September 28 from near his house by two terrorists.
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Police recovered the dead body of a 60-year old civilian, Abdul Razak Chandel, from the Gool area of Udhampur district. He had reportedly been abducted on September 28 from near his house by two terrorists.
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Security forces killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre, identified as Abu Saberia, at village Milan Nauna in the Surankote area of Poonch district on October 1. One AK-47 rifle with two magazines and 60 rounds were recovered from him.
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Security forces killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre, identified as Abu Saberia, at village Milan Nauna in the Surankote area of Poonch district on October 1. One AK-47 rifle with two magazines and 60 rounds were recovered from him.
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The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) triggered a hand grenade blast targeting police personnel at Nalanipalam in the Dhemaji district on October 1-midnight, according to Nagaland Post. While the grenade attack failed to hit its intended target,
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The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) triggered a hand grenade blast targeting police personnel at Nalanipalam in the Dhemaji district on October 1-midnight, according to Nagaland Post. While the grenade attack failed to hit its intended target, a male child, Debabrata Dhingia, was killed, and at least 20 persons were wounded.
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A 12-year-old boy was killed in a landmine blast in the Sibi district of Balochistan province on October 1, according to Dawn.
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A 12-year-old boy was killed in a landmine blast in the Sibi district of Balochistan province on October 1, according to Dawn.
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October - 1 
In another incident, an unidentified person lobbed a hand-grenade on the house of one Mohammad Jan Qabrani in the Faisal Town area of Quetta. Another explosion occurred near the house of Major (retd) Safiuulah Khan, head of an NGO. However, no loss o
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In another incident, an unidentified person lobbed a hand-grenade on the house of one Mohammad Jan Qabrani in the Faisal Town area of Quetta. Another explosion occurred near the house of Major (retd) Safiuulah Khan, head of an NGO. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported in these incidents.
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Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), the outlawed Sunni group, has reportedly started a recruitment drive and is forming new cells at the district and provincial levels. Intelligence agencies have reported to the Interior Ministry that “notorious terrorist” Mati
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Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), the outlawed Sunni group, has reportedly started a recruitment drive and is forming new cells at the district and provincial levels. Intelligence agencies have reported to the Interior Ministry that “notorious terrorist” Matiur Rehman had been tasked with reorganising Lashkar cells, sources told Daily Times. Rehman is believed to have links with the al Qaeda and is one of the prime suspects in the London airline plot. He is also believed to have been involved in the murder of American journalist Daniel Pearl, the multiple assassination plots on President Pervez Musharraf and Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz, and the attack on the US Consulate in Karachi in March 2006. The report added that drug money “from the Taliban” was being used to fund the recruitment drive and re-organisation. Abdullah Faryad, the LeJ chief at Ditta Khel in the Punjab province, has been told to help Rehman reorganise the cells, said the intelligence report. Sheikh Ahmed Saleem, an Arab member of al Qaeda, has given money to Qari Idrees, an LeJ activist based in Sahiwal, to recruit militants for the new cells, the report stated. Abu Khabaib, an Arab explosives expert who had been spotted several times in the hills of Chitral, is helping Saleem find new recruits, the report noted. Abdul Wahab Rashad, wanted for killing over 10 Shias in Shah Najaf Mosque, Rawalpindi, is also helping reorganise the LeJ. Rashad was a close associate of Riaz Basra, a founding member of the Lashkar-e-Jhangvi who was killed in 2002. Nasimul Haq and Salahuddin from Quetta, Muavia from Hangu, Shoaib Khan and Usman Ghani from Hyderabad, and Jamil Khan from Karachi are also involved in the recruitment and reorganisation.
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October - 1 
Meanwhile, a tanker, carrying oil for allied forces in Afghanistan, was blown up near the customs house in the border town of Chaman.
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Meanwhile, a tanker, carrying oil for allied forces in Afghanistan, was blown up near the customs house in the border town of Chaman.
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October - 1 
Police arrested nine Taliban suspects during a raid on Al-Khidmat Hospital, a private hospital, in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, on October 1, according to Daily Times. Six of the arrested were reportedly injured in a fight in Afghanistan
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Police arrested nine Taliban suspects during a raid on Al-Khidmat Hospital, a private hospital, in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, on October 1, according to Daily Times. Six of the arrested were reportedly injured in a fight in Afghanistan and were under treatment at the hospital, while three others were there to look after the injured.
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October - 1 
Saboteurs fired two rockets on the scouts’ camp in Garmai Headquarters at Wana in South Waziristan on October 1-morning, according to Dawn. The rockets hit an under-construction building and severely damaged it. However, no casualty was reported.
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Saboteurs fired two rockets on the scouts’ camp in Garmai Headquarters at Wana in South Waziristan on October 1-morning, according to Dawn. The rockets hit an under-construction building and severely damaged it. However, no casualty was reported.
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October - 1 
The Inter-Services Intelligence, Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, has played no role in propping up the renegade Taliban fighters in Afghanistan, President Pervez Musharraf told US television on October 1. Gen. Musharraf, however, added that
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The Inter-Services Intelligence, Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, has played no role in propping up the renegade Taliban fighters in Afghanistan, President Pervez Musharraf told US television on October 1. Gen. Musharraf, however, added that he is investigating possible support to the Taliban from retired ISI officials. Asked whether the ISI has been helping the Taliban, Musharraf, speaking on NBC television’s “Meet the Press” programme, said “No… Nobody in the ISI has.” However he added, “I have some reports that some dissidents, some people, retired people who were in the forefront in ISI during the period of ‘1979 to ‘1989, may be assisting with their links somewhere here and there.” “We are keeping a very tight watch, and we’ll get a hold of them if at all that happens,” he said.
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October - 1 
The News reported that an explosion at Barori road in Quetta on October 1 today, shattered windowpanes of the nearby buildings. A homemade bomb device was planted near a house in Faisal Town in the provincial capital, which exploded. The blast made a
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The News reported that an explosion at Barori road in Quetta on October 1 today, shattered windowpanes of the nearby buildings. A homemade bomb device was planted near a house in Faisal Town in the provincial capital, which exploded. The blast made a crater and shattered windowpanes in nearby buildings but no casualties were reported in the incident.
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October - 1 
Nepal News reports that Maoists have abducted a former mayor who was elected during the municipal polls held in February 8, 2006 by the then royal Government. Balibhadra Rana was abducted from Nawalpur while he was on his way home after offering pray
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Nepal News reports that Maoists have abducted a former mayor who was elected during the municipal polls held in February 8, 2006 by the then royal Government. Balibhadra Rana was abducted from Nawalpur while he was on his way home after offering prayers at local Ambikeshwori temple in Tribhuwan Municipality of Dang district on October 1.
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The registrar of the Supreme Court on October 1 stayed the executions of the convicted leaders of Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), Abdur Rahman and Bangla Bhai, after both sent letters through the jail authorities. Daily Star reports that altho
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The registrar of the Supreme Court on October 1 stayed the executions of the convicted leaders of Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), Abdur Rahman and Bangla Bhai, after both sent letters through the jail authorities. Daily Star reports that although the letters did not seek to appeal against death penalty, the Supreme Court (SC) accepted those as appeals. The SC registrar said, “Since the letters came through the jail authorities who attached their forwarding to the letters, we have accepted those as jail appeal.” The militants in their letters, reportedly, said that they are justified in killing people for establishing Islamic rules and that the judges, who held trial under taguti (non-Islamic) laws neglecting the Shariah, themselves deserve death. Meanwhile, Additional Attorney General Abdur Rezzak Khan described the letters as jail petition and said the SC will decide whether to consider them as appeals against the verdict or not.
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Elsewhere, a hand grenade exploded outside the office of the International Committee of the Red Cross in Jaffna causing only material damage, reports said. The Red Cross, while expressing concern over the attack, urged all sides in the conflict to re
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Elsewhere, a hand grenade exploded outside the office of the International Committee of the Red Cross in Jaffna causing only material damage, reports said. The Red Cross, while expressing concern over the attack, urged all sides in the conflict to respect aid workers.
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Elsewhere, troops retaliated as LTTE cadres launched artillery and mortar attack on the Eluthumadduwal Forward Defence Line of SFs in the Jaffna district, injuring four soldiers.
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Elsewhere, troops retaliated as LTTE cadres launched artillery and mortar attack on the Eluthumadduwal Forward Defence Line of SFs in the Jaffna district, injuring four soldiers.
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Further, the Interpol is reported to have unanimously adopted a resolution proposed by Sri Lanka to fight against recruitment and use of children as combatants by non-state actors. The resolution was reportedly presented during the 75th Annual Genera
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Further, the Interpol is reported to have unanimously adopted a resolution proposed by Sri Lanka to fight against recruitment and use of children as combatants by non-state actors. The resolution was reportedly presented during the 75th Annual General Assembly of Interpol in Rio de Janeiro, the capital of Brazil.
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Government Defence Affairs spokesperson Minister Keheliya Rambukwella stated on October 1 that the Government was seriously considering an alternative land route for civilian movement to Jaffna since there is no possibility of re-opening the A-9 road
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Government Defence Affairs spokesperson Minister Keheliya Rambukwella stated on October 1 that the Government was seriously considering an alternative land route for civilian movement to Jaffna since there is no possibility of re-opening the A-9 road under present conditions. He said the Government, for two reasons, has not given consent for the opening of the A-9 road from Omanthai and Muhamalai despite repeated requests by the LTTE through the Norwegian facilitators and the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission. "First, we are concerned about the safety of the civilians due to crossfire between the Security Forces and the LTTE in Muhamalai. Second, the Government is also concerned about the extortion by the LTTE of people using the A-9 road at Muhamalai and Omanthai entry exit points," he added. He emphasized that any decision to open the A-9 road will be based on providing a security guarantee for the civilians using the A-9 road and the immediate termination of LTTE extortion of the road users, adding, "Due to this reason the Government is seriously considering opening a new land route via Mannar - Sanguppidy road to facilitate the free flow of goods and other essential items to Jaffna and Kilinochchi."
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Meanwhile, a curfew was imposed following a clash between two Muslim factions at Kathankudi in the Batticaloa district on October 1. At least three civilians were injured and nearly 32 houses were damaged in the clash.
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Meanwhile, a curfew was imposed following a clash between two Muslim factions at Kathankudi in the Batticaloa district on October 1. At least three civilians were injured and nearly 32 houses were damaged in the clash.
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October - 1 
Meanwhile, the leader of the LTTE breakaway faction party Tamileela Makkal Viduthalai Puligal. ‘Colonel’ Karuna, told the Colombo-based The Sunday Times, “The majority of the military commanders are becoming old and infirm. Because of lack of leaders
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Meanwhile, the leader of the LTTE breakaway faction party Tamileela Makkal Viduthalai Puligal. ‘Colonel’ Karuna, told the Colombo-based The Sunday Times, “The majority of the military commanders are becoming old and infirm. Because of lack of leadership, poor cadres are becoming easy victims. With my departure, Prabhakaran is facing serious drawbacks. He has lost good calibre recruits and committed leadership which had obtained major victories for the LTTE. The failure was due to lack of leadership," Karuna maintained. He warned, "The wounded Tiger is a dangerous Tiger, holding its paws tight to pounce at the right time. LTTE is desperate. In desperation, they will do desperate things." On the form of settlement he wanted, he said: "We are not for a separate state of Eelam. We are for a united Sri Lanka under a federal constitution. We need a clearly defined constitution which recognizes the North and East. It should provide extensive devolved powers to the Tamils to run an administration of their own."
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On October 1, four civilians and a soldier were injured in a LTTE grenade attack targeting troops in Chunnakam area of Jaffna district.
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On October 1, four civilians and a soldier were injured in a LTTE grenade attack targeting troops in Chunnakam area of Jaffna district.
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On October 1, the military claimed that seven LTTE cadres were killed in two separate encounters with the Sri Lankan Navy in the sea off northern Jaffna Peninsula.
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On October 1, the military claimed that seven LTTE cadres were killed in two separate encounters with the Sri Lankan Navy in the sea off northern Jaffna Peninsula.
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October - 1 
Separately, LTTE cadres attacked an Army post using small arms and machine guns at Vavunathivu in the Batticaloa district on October 1-night. While, troops retaliated the attack, no casualties were reported in the incident.
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Separately, LTTE cadres attacked an Army post using small arms and machine guns at Vavunathivu in the Batticaloa district on October 1-night. While, troops retaliated the attack, no casualties were reported in the incident.
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October - 1 
Separately, Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel killed three LTTE cadres in an encounter at Kannathivu island in the Jaffna district and recovered one T -56 weapon, three hand grenades, one T-56 magazine with ammunition and one satellite phone from the in
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Separately, Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel killed three LTTE cadres in an encounter at Kannathivu island in the Jaffna district and recovered one T -56 weapon, three hand grenades, one T-56 magazine with ammunition and one satellite phone from the incident site.
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October - 1 
Separately, troops and LTTE cadres exchanged artillery and mortar fire across the northern defense line separating the Government and LTTE.
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Separately, troops and LTTE cadres exchanged artillery and mortar fire across the northern defense line separating the Government and LTTE.
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October - 2 
A security force (SF) personnel and two children were wounded when terrorists lobbed a grenade towards a SF patrol at Bazipora-Ajas in the Baramulla district on October 2, according to Daily Excelsior.
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A security force (SF) personnel and two children were wounded when terrorists lobbed a grenade towards a SF patrol at Bazipora-Ajas in the Baramulla district on October 2, according to Daily Excelsior.
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October - 2 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre, identified as ‘lance corporal’ Sishuram Saikia, was killed in an encounter with police personnel at an unspecified place in the Lakhimpur district on October 2, reports Telegraph. An Italian-made pistol
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre, identified as ‘lance corporal’ Sishuram Saikia, was killed in an encounter with police personnel at an unspecified place in the Lakhimpur district on October 2, reports Telegraph. An Italian-made pistol, some explosives and documents were recovered from the possession of the slain militant. However, his accomplice managed to escape from the incident site.
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October - 2 
According to Daily News & Analysis, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, had provided the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT)’s Pakistan-based commanders money worth INR Two million to execute the July 11, 2006-blasts in
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According to Daily News & Analysis, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, had provided the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT)’s Pakistan-based commanders money worth INR Two million to execute the July 11, 2006-blasts in Mumbai. Officers of the Intelligence Bureau and Anti-Terrorism Squad officers (ATS) have said that this was disclosed to investigators by the men arrested in the case. Officers also said the tracing of the funds to foreign shores was the clearest proof of the ISI’s involvement in the attacks. They further said that the funds, which were routed through Hawala (illegal money transfer) channels in the form of Saudi Arabian Riyals (SAR), went into the planning and execution of the attacks. A portion of the money was also routed in the form of US dollars. The ATS had recovered SAR 26,000 from Faizal Shaikh when he was arrested. ATS chief K. P. Raghuvanshi said: “So far we have been able to peg the amount spent on planning and execution at INR Two million. The amount is tiny, but only 10 per cent of the funds are normally earmarked for operational purposes by any terrorist organisation. The other 90 percent, goes into “infrastructure spending” - to sustain communication, networks, and training facilities, and to protect operatives.” Meanwhile, Raghuvanshi claimed on October 2 that the police has averted another terrorist attack planned by the persons involved in the 7/11 bombings. Without providing details of the second attack, which was planned anywhere “in or around Mumbai”, an unidentified ATS source told Indian Express, “We were surprised to note that some accused arrested in the case had not left Mumbai even about three months after the attack. Normally accused either go underground or leave the city where an offence is committed.”
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October - 2 
Assam Police arrested four unidentified ULFA cadres and interrogated them for their involvement in the October 1-grenade blast in which a child was killed and 20 persons wounded at Nalanipalam in the Dhemaji district
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Assam Police arrested four unidentified ULFA cadres and interrogated them for their involvement in the October 1-grenade blast in which a child was killed and 20 persons wounded at Nalanipalam in the Dhemaji district
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Earlier on October 2, SFs arrested two Kuki Liberation Army (KLA) cadres, Lunkhohao alias Benjamin Haokip and Lalboy Vaiphei, from the New Checkon area of capital Imphal.
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Earlier on October 2, SFs arrested two Kuki Liberation Army (KLA) cadres, Lunkhohao alias Benjamin Haokip and Lalboy Vaiphei, from the New Checkon area of capital Imphal.
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October - 2 
Elsewhere, cadres of the Kuki National Army (KNA) resorted to indiscriminate firing at Sielmat in Churachandpur town. There were no reports of any casualty.
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Elsewhere, cadres of the Kuki National Army (KNA) resorted to indiscriminate firing at Sielmat in Churachandpur town. There were no reports of any casualty.
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October - 2 
Hindu reports that Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres shot dead a civilian, identified as Uday Ram, at Nageshwar village in the Palamu district.
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Hindu reports that Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres shot dead a civilian, identified as Uday Ram, at Nageshwar village in the Palamu district.
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October - 2 
In a raid at Nanaikela village in the same district, police arrested four Maoists and recovered two pistols and 20 cartridges from them.
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In a raid at Nanaikela village in the same district, police arrested four Maoists and recovered two pistols and 20 cartridges from them.
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October - 2 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists shot at and injured a trader, identified as Ashiq Hussain Wani, inside his shop at Maisuma in the capital Srinagar.
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists shot at and injured a trader, identified as Ashiq Hussain Wani, inside his shop at Maisuma in the capital Srinagar.
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October - 2 
Investigations into the October 29, 2005 bomb blasts in Delhi have shown that 37 Pakistani nationals were financing terrorist networks across India, according to Kashmir Times. “Thirty-seven people - all residents of Pakistan and active members of te
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Investigations into the October 29, 2005 bomb blasts in Delhi have shown that 37 Pakistani nationals were financing terrorist networks across India, according to Kashmir Times. “Thirty-seven people - all residents of Pakistan and active members of terror outfit Lashkar-e-Tayiba - funded many operations in India, which involved heavy loss of life and property,” reads a Delhi Police Special Cell charge-sheet on the blasts in which 59 people died and 155 wounded. Huge amounts of money through Hawala and foreign remittances were sent to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operative and blast accused Tariq Ahmed Dar's accounts in Delhi and Srinagar from these 37 sources to fund terrorist strikes, especially the Delhi blasts, police said. Security agencies are reportedly studying the probability that the same sources had funded the July 11, 2006 serial blasts in Mumbai. Dar had disclosed to the police that the flow of funds from Pakistan was controlled by Abu Ozefa, a Pakistani national and ‘divisional commander’ of the LeT, who was killed in Kashmir, the charge-sheet says.
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Meanwhile, a Maoist, Jai Masih Charad alias Raghu, who was involved in the Baliba massacre in April 7, 2004, was arrested from Sonua police station area of West Singhbhum district. 31 people, including 27 police personnel, were killed in a landmine b
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Meanwhile, a Maoist, Jai Masih Charad alias Raghu, who was involved in the Baliba massacre in April 7, 2004, was arrested from Sonua police station area of West Singhbhum district. 31 people, including 27 police personnel, were killed in a landmine blast followed by firing in Baliba under the Gua police station.
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Meanwhile, in a press statement on October 2, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) has banned the Tangkhul Naga Long, the apex tribal body of the Tangkhul community, in Nagaland.
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Meanwhile, in a press statement on October 2, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) has banned the Tangkhul Naga Long, the apex tribal body of the Tangkhul community, in Nagaland.
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October - 2 
Nagaland Post quoting Press Trust of India has reported that the Myanmarese Army has launched an operation against the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) along the border areas adjoining Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh, where the group is suspected
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Nagaland Post quoting Press Trust of India has reported that the Myanmarese Army has launched an operation against the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) along the border areas adjoining Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh, where the group is suspected to have set up new camps.
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October - 2 
New Indian Express reports that on October 2, three cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist’s (CPI-Maoist) ‘Local Organised Squad (LOS)’ of Charla and Venkatapuram mandals surrendered to the police in Khammam. Superintendent of Police, R. K. Me
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New Indian Express reports that on October 2, three cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist’s (CPI-Maoist) ‘Local Organised Squad (LOS)’ of Charla and Venkatapuram mandals surrendered to the police in Khammam. Superintendent of Police, R. K. Meena, informed that Madakam Budri and S. Madakam of Venkatapuram LOS and Charla LOS activist Moovi Madhavi came to his office and surrendered before him “on health grounds”.
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On October 2, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a 45-yr-old person after dragging him out of his house in an unspecified village under Usoor police station area of Dantewada district, reports Hindustan Times.
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On October 2, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a 45-yr-old person after dragging him out of his house in an unspecified village under Usoor police station area of Dantewada district, reports Hindustan Times.
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October - 2 
Pioneer reports that three villagers were killed when Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres triggered landmine blasts in the Bijapur police district of Dantewada district on October 2. Police said the villagers were walking near Nakanpa
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Pioneer reports that three villagers were killed when Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres triggered landmine blasts in the Bijapur police district of Dantewada district on October 2. Police said the villagers were walking near Nakanpal village, about 12 km from the Bijapur district headquarters, when Maoists triggered the blasts, killing three of them.
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October - 2 
Police on October 2 arrested a 29-year-old technician, identified as Rajiv alias Sharma from Mememkulam, on the charge of making the six letter bombs that were posted in Kerala in the past 10 days. Two of the bombs had exploded on September 21 and th
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Police on October 2 arrested a 29-year-old technician, identified as Rajiv alias Sharma from Mememkulam, on the charge of making the six letter bombs that were posted in Kerala in the past 10 days. Two of the bombs had exploded on September 21 and the rest were detected before delivery and subsequently defused by the police. The Hindu reports that the arrested is a resident of Menemkulam and the eldest son of a retired army officer. The police said the mail bombs were addressed to persons against whom Rajiv had developed a personal grouse for different reasons during his student days in the 2000-01 period.
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October - 2 
Separately, a report from Chatra said that a Maoist was injured during an encounter in a forest area near Itkhori. The police recovered a rifle, a pistol, 20 cartridges, uniform and Maoist literature from the encounter site.
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Separately, a report from Chatra said that a Maoist was injured during an encounter in a forest area near Itkhori. The police recovered a rifle, a pistol, 20 cartridges, uniform and Maoist literature from the encounter site.
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October - 2 
Separately, there were reports of heavy gun-battle between cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and United National Liberation Front (UNLF) in the Khumuk area of Tamenglong district. NSCN-IM sources claimed to
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Separately, there were reports of heavy gun-battle between cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and United National Liberation Front (UNLF) in the Khumuk area of Tamenglong district. NSCN-IM sources claimed to have killed at least 15 UNLF cadres. However, there were no official reports of any casualty on either side.
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October - 2 
SFs recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from Haphurda in the Kupwara district. The seizure included one rocket grenade launcher, three rocket propelled grenades, three rocket propelled grenade boosters, two recoilless shells of 20 Kg each,
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SFs recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from Haphurda in the Kupwara district. The seizure included one rocket grenade launcher, three rocket propelled grenades, three rocket propelled grenade boosters, two recoilless shells of 20 Kg each, two remote control devices, one trigger mechanism for improvised explosive device, eight under barrel grenade launcher rounds, four hand grenades, 267 Pika ammunition, 18 AK ammunition, and one silencer pistol. However, no arrests were made in connection with the recovery.
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October - 2 
Shimmei Shingnaisui, a 19-year-old student belonging to the Tangkhul tribe of Manipur, who was abducted by unidentified militants from his residence at Chandmari in the capital Kohima on October 2 was found dead at Bye Pass road in Kohima in the even
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Shimmei Shingnaisui, a 19-year-old student belonging to the Tangkhul tribe of Manipur, who was abducted by unidentified militants from his residence at Chandmari in the capital Kohima on October 2 was found dead at Bye Pass road in Kohima in the evening, reports Nagaland Post. Meanwhile, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in a statement made available to the local media has strongly condemned the killing of the student.
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October - 2 
The ULFA, while endorsing the People’s Consultative Group’s (PCG) decision to pull out of the negotiations with the Union Government, said it would not disband the PCG, according to Telegraph. Freedom, an ULFA publication, stated, “Ulfa has not yet d
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The ULFA, while endorsing the People’s Consultative Group’s (PCG) decision to pull out of the negotiations with the Union Government, said it would not disband the PCG, according to Telegraph. Freedom, an ULFA publication, stated, “Ulfa has not yet disbanded the PCG. The faith and responsibility bestowed on the PCG remains intact.”
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October - 2 
Three Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadres, Langam Khamba alias Seva, Sagolsem Abung alias Umesh and Tongbram Lukhoi alias Shantikumar, were arrested by the Manipur Police from Moirang Lamkhai under Moirang police station jurisdiction in the Bishnup
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Three Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadres, Langam Khamba alias Seva, Sagolsem Abung alias Umesh and Tongbram Lukhoi alias Shantikumar, were arrested by the Manipur Police from Moirang Lamkhai under Moirang police station jurisdiction in the Bishnupur district on October 2.
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October - 2 
ULFA has threatened the ruling Congress party and its members following the resumption of Army operations against the outfit in the State, reports Shillong Times. "After achieving its goals – peaceful Assembly polls and Independence Day celebration -
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ULFA has threatened the ruling Congress party and its members following the resumption of Army operations against the outfit in the State, reports Shillong Times. "After achieving its goals – peaceful Assembly polls and Independence Day celebration --the ruling Congress has now turned its back to the peace process blaming the ULFA for the deadlock in the process," stated Freedom. The ULFA also accused the Union Government for failure of the peace talks.
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October - 2 
A bomb blast shattered windows and damaged walls at a police radio control room in the Khuzdar town of Balochistan province on October 2, according to Daily Times. No one claimed responsibility for the attack, but area police chief Pervez Zahoor said
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A bomb blast shattered windows and damaged walls at a police radio control room in the Khuzdar town of Balochistan province on October 2, according to Daily Times. No one claimed responsibility for the attack, but area police chief Pervez Zahoor said rebel tribesmen were suspected to have carried it out.
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October - 2 
Elsewhere in the province, over 35 commanders of the Marri tribe running fugitive camps surrendered before authorities in Kohlu on October 2, Dawn reported. They handed over anti-aircraft guns, rocket launchers and other heavy arms to the authorities
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Elsewhere in the province, over 35 commanders of the Marri tribe running fugitive camps surrendered before authorities in Kohlu on October 2, Dawn reported. They handed over anti-aircraft guns, rocket launchers and other heavy arms to the authorities. The commanders from 12 branches of the Marri tribe were running four fugitive camps, PTV reported.
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October - 2 
Foreign Office spokesperson Tasnim Aslam said “This is all internal and this is yet another effort to externalise (an) internal malaise.” But she added that Pakistan would cooperate in the investigation if India provided evidence. “If India feels it
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Foreign Office spokesperson Tasnim Aslam said “This is all internal and this is yet another effort to externalise (an) internal malaise.” But she added that Pakistan would cooperate in the investigation if India provided evidence. “If India feels it has some information that suggests links with some people here or some kind of connection, we will take action and help India in the investigation,” Ms. Aslam said.
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October - 2 
Foreign students studying in around 400 seminaries have yet to get documents from their countries certifying that their Governments have no objection to them studying in Pakistan, and this may lead to their expulsion from the country. Official source
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Foreign students studying in around 400 seminaries have yet to get documents from their countries certifying that their Governments have no objection to them studying in Pakistan, and this may lead to their expulsion from the country. Official sources told Daily Times that the Interior Ministry had sent letters to 51 countries through the Foreign Office seeking confirmation that the students were their nationals and asking them to state in writing that they have no objection to their nationals studying in Pakistani Madrassas. This condition was put in place after the July 7, 2005, bombings in London by British nationals of Pakistani origin. Pakistan was mentioned in connection with the bombing after it emerged that one of the bombers had spent time at a seminary in Pakistan.
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October - 2 
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on October 2 rejected Indian allegations of the involvement of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in the Mumbai blasts and said Pakistan had received no evidence so far to support this allegation, according to Dawn. Talking
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Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on October 2 rejected Indian allegations of the involvement of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in the Mumbai blasts and said Pakistan had received no evidence so far to support this allegation, according to Dawn. Talking to the media in Islamabad, Aziz said: “India has a history of levelling such allegations but has never been able to prove any of them.” India had alleged ISI involvement in the Mumbai blasts and pledged to forward its evidence for investigations on its part.
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October - 2 
Two former chiefs of the Inter-Services Intelligence have rejected as baseless a statement of President Pervez Musharraf about former officials of the agency abetting Taliban. Former ISI directors-general Asad Durrani and Hameed Gul, talking to Dawn,
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Two former chiefs of the Inter-Services Intelligence have rejected as baseless a statement of President Pervez Musharraf about former officials of the agency abetting Taliban. Former ISI directors-general Asad Durrani and Hameed Gul, talking to Dawn, said there was no need to issue such a speculative statement. Durrani said he was at a loss to understand as to what was the need for issuing such a statement. He said some people in their individual capacity might have associated themselves with the Taliban, but it was improper to make such a statement without any concrete evidence. Gul said former officers of the ISI were not involved in helping Taliban. He claimed the Taliban surfaced in 1994, some five years after his tenure as ISI chief was over and about three years after his retirement from the army.
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October - 2 
Two persons were killed while seven others sustained injuries in a sectarian clash between the Ahl-e-Sunnat and Shia sects over a controversial shrine in the Orakzai tribal area of North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on October 2, according to Daily
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Two persons were killed while seven others sustained injuries in a sectarian clash between the Ahl-e-Sunnat and Shia sects over a controversial shrine in the Orakzai tribal area of North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on October 2, according to Daily Times. The clash reportedly erupted when armed tribesmen of one sect tried to enter into the disputed Mian Ziarat shrine situated in Latrey. Consequently, armed tribesmen of the other sect attacked them with heavy machinery due to which Ishaq Ali of the Shia sect and Aslam of the Ahl-e-Sunnat were killed while Alam Syed, Niaz Ali and Qurban of the Shia sect and Aziz, Muqim Khan, Khawaja and Muhammad Khan of the Ahl-e-Sunnat were wounded.
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October - 2 
A top leader of the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) was killed in a shootout between the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) members and PBCP cadres at Nilmoniganj village in the Chuadanga district on October 2, reports Daily
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A top leader of the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) was killed in a shootout between the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) members and PBCP cadres at Nilmoniganj village in the Chuadanga district on October 2, reports Daily Star. The dead, identified as Ikhtiar Hossain, reportedly was the second-in-command of the outfit in the district. RAB sources said that the extremist was arrested from his village home at Amirpur on October 1. A revolver and six bullets were recovered from the incident site.
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October - 2 
According to Daily Star, on October 2, the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) ‘military commander’ Ataur Rahman Sunny submitted an application to the Dhaka Central Jail authorities against the death sentence awarded to him. With Sunny's applicatio
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According to Daily Star, on October 2, the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) ‘military commander’ Ataur Rahman Sunny submitted an application to the Dhaka Central Jail authorities against the death sentence awarded to him. With Sunny's application, five of the seven condemned JMB leaders have already appealed against the death sentence. Meanwhile, the prisons authorities said the other JMB convict, Abdul Awal, has informed them that he would also appeal. “Maybe we'll get his prayer by tonight”, Inspector General of Prisons Brigadier General Zakir Hasan told Daily Star on October 2.
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October - 2 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel arrested a labour union leader belonging to the Jatiyatabadi Shramik Dal, as a suspected aide to Mukul, one of the accused in August 21 grenade attack on Awami League rally in Dhaka in 2004, on October 2 from Ch
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel arrested a labour union leader belonging to the Jatiyatabadi Shramik Dal, as a suspected aide to Mukul, one of the accused in August 21 grenade attack on Awami League rally in Dhaka in 2004, on October 2 from Chupria village in Sadar sub-district of Satkhira district. Daily Star reports that Khabir Uddin is general secretary of the Satkhira District Truck and Tank Lorry Shramik Union and vice-president of district Shramik Dal.
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October - 2 
LTTE activists are collecting funds for the outfit by visiting Tamil houses all around London, according to Daily News. The amount demanded in the current round of fund raising is 2,000 pounds per household. Sources said that most of the fund raisers
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LTTE activists are collecting funds for the outfit by visiting Tamil houses all around London, according to Daily News. The amount demanded in the current round of fund raising is 2,000 pounds per household. Sources said that most of the fund raisers have come from other European countries due to lack of personnel for the LTTE in the United Kingdom.
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October - 2 
Norwegian Special Peace Envoy Jon Hanssen Bauer is reported to have met the Head of the Sri Lanka's Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, in Colombo on October 2. The Government told Bauer that it was ready to resume peace talks but would like to wait f
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Norwegian Special Peace Envoy Jon Hanssen Bauer is reported to have met the Head of the Sri Lanka's Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, in Colombo on October 2. The Government told Bauer that it was ready to resume peace talks but would like to wait for clarity from the LTTE on whether and how it would like to return to the talks.
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October - 2 
Similarly, troops manning a roadblock in the center of Mannar town arrested two suspected persons in possession of 15 gelignite sticks on October 2.
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Similarly, troops manning a roadblock in the center of Mannar town arrested two suspected persons in possession of 15 gelignite sticks on October 2.
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October - 2 
Tamil Net claimed that three Sri Lanka Air Force Kfir jet bombers attacked Pooneryn, 20 kilometers from where the talks were taking place between Norwegian special envoy, Jon Hanssen-Bauer and LTTE's representatives in the Kilinochchi town. "This mor
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Tamil Net claimed that three Sri Lanka Air Force Kfir jet bombers attacked Pooneryn, 20 kilometers from where the talks were taking place between Norwegian special envoy, Jon Hanssen-Bauer and LTTE's representatives in the Kilinochchi town. "This morning, they (rebels) were firing artillery toward our forces in the northern peninsula and the air force attacked three identified rebel artillery positions to neutralize their attack," said military spokesperson Brig. Prasad Samarasinghe.
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October - 2 
The Government accused the LTTE of having links with six organised criminal gangs and being responsible for the series of recent abductions in Colombo. It also stated that a Presidential Commission of Inquiry is probing the matter.
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The Government accused the LTTE of having links with six organised criminal gangs and being responsible for the series of recent abductions in Colombo. It also stated that a Presidential Commission of Inquiry is probing the matter.
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October - 3 
A suspected Pakistani national, identified as Khaled Pervez, believed to be an agent of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, has been arrested, according to NDTV. Khaled Pervez came to India during the India
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A suspected Pakistani national, identified as Khaled Pervez, believed to be an agent of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, has been arrested, according to NDTV. Khaled Pervez came to India during the India-Pakistan friendship cricket series in 2005 and subsequently disappeared. Pervez was arrested by the Gurdaspur police from Pathankot railway station on charges of kidnapping a child. Interrogations revealed that he was one of those Pakistani nationals who went missing during the India-Pakistan Cricket series. Pervez reportedly told police that he was trained by the Pakistani army for two months and was sent to spy on Indian Army and other sensitive installations in Punjab. "I got two-month training in Pakistan. I was then sent to India through the Wagah border. I used to send sensitive information to Pakistan," Pervez said. Police have recovered a diary, some important documents, photographs of sensitive installations and a spy camera from Pervez, who has been remanded to police custody till October 6. Nine other Pakistani nationals went missing during the cricket series and are still to be traced.
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October - 3 
Earlier, on October 3, SFs arrested a Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre, Mohammad Tabibur Rehman, from the Masjid Road in Imphal.
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Earlier, on October 3, SFs arrested a Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre, Mohammad Tabibur Rehman, from the Masjid Road in Imphal.
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October - 3 
Elsewhere in the State, suspected terrorists attacked the house of a village headman at Tangmarg in the Baramulla district and reportedly damaged two of his cars.
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Elsewhere in the State, suspected terrorists attacked the house of a village headman at Tangmarg in the Baramulla district and reportedly damaged two of his cars.
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October - 3 
Elsewhere, SFs arrested a UNLF cadre, Ningthoujam Kiran, from an unspecified place in the Imphal East district, while a Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) cadre, Lucky alias Bungcha, was arrested from Singjamei Kakwa in the Imphal West district.
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Elsewhere, SFs arrested a UNLF cadre, Ningthoujam Kiran, from an unspecified place in the Imphal East district, while a Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) cadre, Lucky alias Bungcha, was arrested from Singjamei Kakwa in the Imphal West district.
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October - 3 
Further, suspected militants attacked a security convoy by hurling a bomb at Sora Kumuda Chingjin under Kakching police station limits in the Thoubal district. There was no report of any casualty in the attack.
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Further, suspected militants attacked a security convoy by hurling a bomb at Sora Kumuda Chingjin under Kakching police station limits in the Thoubal district. There was no report of any casualty in the attack.
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October - 3 
Imphal Free Press reports that two suspected People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadres were killed during an encounter with the security force (SF) personnel at Nongbram village under Yairipok police station jurisdiction in the Thoubal district on Octobe
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Imphal Free Press reports that two suspected People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadres were killed during an encounter with the security force (SF) personnel at Nongbram village under Yairipok police station jurisdiction in the Thoubal district on October 3. One 9mm pistol loaded with two live rounds of ammunition and four empty cases were recovered from the incident site.
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October - 3 
In another incident, SFs killed two suspected United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres at Wangoo under Kumbi police station limits in the Bishnupur district. One 9 mm pistol along with five rounds of live ammunition was seized from the incident
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In another incident, SFs killed two suspected United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres at Wangoo under Kumbi police station limits in the Bishnupur district. One 9 mm pistol along with five rounds of live ammunition was seized from the incident site.
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October - 3 
India will test Pakistan's commitment to the joint terror mechanism by asking it to submit suspects for questioning in the 7/11 Mumbai serial blasts, National Security Advisor M. K. Narayanan said on October 3. In an interview to an Indian TV channel
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India will test Pakistan's commitment to the joint terror mechanism by asking it to submit suspects for questioning in the 7/11 Mumbai serial blasts, National Security Advisor M. K. Narayanan said on October 3. In an interview to an Indian TV channel, he said the mechanism would test Pakistan's commitment, not just to the dialogue process, but also on restricting cross-border terrorism. "A lot of information was provided to the Centre through the investigation done by the Mumbai police, the Anti Terrorism Squad particularly. I don't know the exact specifics that have been given in the interrogation (report) - but supposing they have given particular addresses, telephone numbers, particular linkages - some of these have to be investigated and obviously this cannot be done by the Indian side," said Narayanan. "If Pakistan is willing, they will help identify and locate these individuals and contacts, they will follow up this evidence and not just come back to us every time saying 'this isn't true' - Then it would be in the spirit of what President Musharraf told our Prime Minister," he added.
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October - 3 
Meanwhile, suspected militants made an abortive attempt to assassinate a renowned paediatrician, Dr. Dhananjoy, at IB Road in the Churachandpur town.
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Meanwhile, suspected militants made an abortive attempt to assassinate a renowned paediatrician, Dr. Dhananjoy, at IB Road in the Churachandpur town.
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October - 3 
Nagaland Post has reported that two militants, one each of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) were killed, while three others, two NSCN-IM and one NSCN
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Nagaland Post has reported that two militants, one each of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) were killed, while three others, two NSCN-IM and one NSCN-K cadre, were wounded in a factional clash at a spot between K. Basa and Chisazumi village in the Phek district on October 3.
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Nagaland Post has reported that unidentified gunmen shot dead a Nagaland Police constable, identified as Hovizol, at BOC area in the capital Kohima on October 3. Condemning the incident, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-
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Nagaland Post has reported that unidentified gunmen shot dead a Nagaland Police constable, identified as Hovizol, at BOC area in the capital Kohima on October 3. Condemning the incident, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on October 4, accused the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) for the killing.
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October - 3 
On October 3, the designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court in Mumbai convicted Niyaz Shaikh, an aide of the absconding prime suspect Tiger Memon, on all counts and acquitted Rukhsana Jariwala, wife of absconding ac
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On October 3, the designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court in Mumbai convicted Niyaz Shaikh, an aide of the absconding prime suspect Tiger Memon, on all counts and acquitted Rukhsana Jariwala, wife of absconding accused Mohammed Shafi, reports Indian Express. Shaikh was charged with undergoing arms and ammunition training in Pakistan and participating in a meeting at co-accused Nazir Ahmed Anwar’s house to chalk out the plan for the serial blasts on March 12, 1993. He was also part of the team which did a recce at the BMC headquarters along with co-accused Javed Chikna and Shaikh Ali. Rukhsana Jariwala, charged with transporting 85 hand grenades, 350 detonators and 3,270 live cartridges along with her husband Shafi and convicted accused Parvez Shaikh from Jogeshwari to Musafirkahana in a van, was acquitted of the charge as the court found the confessions against her unreliable.
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October - 3 
On October 3, two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed during an encounter with security forces in the Sarkeguda forest area of Dantewada district.
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On October 3, two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed during an encounter with security forces in the Sarkeguda forest area of Dantewada district.
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October - 3 
Security force (SF) personnel killed two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), identified as ‘District Commander’ Mohammad Ashraf Ganai alias Bilal and Naseer Ahmed Wani alias Zubair, during a search operation at Borwah village in the Budgam dis
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Security force (SF) personnel killed two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), identified as ‘District Commander’ Mohammad Ashraf Ganai alias Bilal and Naseer Ahmed Wani alias Zubair, during a search operation at Borwah village in the Budgam district on October 3, according to Daily Excelsior. Two SF personnel were wounded in the incident.
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October - 3 
The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of the Maharashtra Police on October 3 arrested Asif Khan Bashir Khan alias Junaid alias Abdullah from Belgaum in Karnataka in connection with the July 11, 2006, Mumbai serial blasts. ATS sources said that Asif was the
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The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of the Maharashtra Police on October 3 arrested Asif Khan Bashir Khan alias Junaid alias Abdullah from Belgaum in Karnataka in connection with the July 11, 2006, Mumbai serial blasts. ATS sources said that Asif was the man who masterminded the blasts and that police and intelligence agencies had been looking for him for more than three months. Asif was produced before a judicial magistrate and is being brought to Mumbai on transit remand, they said. Speaking to Indian Express, ATS chief K. P. Raghuvanshi confirmed that Asif “is the mastermind of the case... he was involved right from the planning stage of the blasts to their execution.”
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October - 3 
The National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants attacked a Silchar-bound civil convoy along the Assam-Tripura National Highway No 44 killing a woman passenger and injuring three persons, including a security force (SF) personnel, at New Kum
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The National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants attacked a Silchar-bound civil convoy along the Assam-Tripura National Highway No 44 killing a woman passenger and injuring three persons, including a security force (SF) personnel, at New Kumardhan Para under Teliamura police station in the West Tripura district on October 3, according to Telegraph. The slain passenger was reportedly identified as Utpanna Datta, a school teacher at Silchar in south Assam, who was traveling from Agartala, the capital of Tripura, to her work place.
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October - 3 
Meanwhile, according to an official handout, 100 Marri tribesmen have surrendered with their weapons and renounced insurgent activities. They reportedly belonged to the Murghlani, Mehkani and Thangiani sub-clans of Ghazini Narri clan of Marri tribe a
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Meanwhile, according to an official handout, 100 Marri tribesmen have surrendered with their weapons and renounced insurgent activities. They reportedly belonged to the Murghlani, Mehkani and Thangiani sub-clans of Ghazini Narri clan of Marri tribe and had announced support for the Government.
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October - 3 
The Jama’at-ud-Da’awa, political wing of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), is reported to have issued a fatwa (edict) calling upon Muslims to kill Pope Benedict XVI for his September 12, 2006-speech, where he quoted a remark reportedly made by a Byzantine e
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The Jama’at-ud-Da’awa, political wing of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), is reported to have issued a fatwa (edict) calling upon Muslims to kill Pope Benedict XVI for his September 12, 2006-speech, where he quoted a remark reportedly made by a Byzantine emperor in 1391 during a conversation with an unnamed Persian scholar, which gave the impression that the Byzantine emperor tended to identify Islam with violence. According to Rediff, a report on the fatwa, carried by the Pakistani journal Ausaf in its September 18, 2006-edition, says: “Pakistan's Jama’at-ud-Da’awa has issued a fatwa asking the Muslim community to kill Pope Benedict for his blasphemous statement about Prophet Mohammad.” The leaders of the Jamaat were reportedly speaking at a Martyrs' Islamic Conference in Karachi.
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October - 3 
The United States on October 3 advised India not to blame Pakistan for the Mumbai blasts without certain proof and suggested that New Delhi should resolve the issue through a ‘direct contact’ with Islamabad, according to Dawn. “India should communica
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The United States on October 3 advised India not to blame Pakistan for the Mumbai blasts without certain proof and suggested that New Delhi should resolve the issue through a ‘direct contact’ with Islamabad, according to Dawn. “India should communicate with Pakistan by having direct contact instead of talking about the Mumbai train blasts in the public,” US Ambassador to Pakistan, Ryan C. Crocker, told a news conference in Islamabad. He also said the United States wanted Indian and Pakistani Governments to discuss all the issues between them, including the Kashmir dispute, to normalise their relations.
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October - 3 
Three security force (SF) personnel were killed and two others sustained injuries when their convoy was ambushed in the Bhombor area of Kohlu district in Balochistan province on October 3, according to Dawn. The SF convoy was reportedly going to the
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Three security force (SF) personnel were killed and two others sustained injuries when their convoy was ambushed in the Bhombor area of Kohlu district in Balochistan province on October 3, according to Dawn. The SF convoy was reportedly going to the Kahan area to defuse landmines planted by tribesmen in a vast area to restrict their movement. When it reached Bhombor mountain range on the border of Dera Bugti and Kohlu districts, unidentified people attacked it, using heavy weapons, including rockets.
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October - 3 
Addressing a training programme for district level Maoist leaders at Jalbire in the Sindhupalchowk district, Maoist chairman Prachanda said the insurgents were preparing for a “new form of people's revolt strong enough to capture Kathmandu and the st
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Addressing a training programme for district level Maoist leaders at Jalbire in the Sindhupalchowk district, Maoist chairman Prachanda said the insurgents were preparing for a “new form of people's revolt strong enough to capture Kathmandu and the state power.” The people’s revolt will be led by local Newars, he said. He claimed that had the April 2006 uprising not withdrawn for next five days, Nepal would have already become a republican state by now. As the seven parties failed to go for a republic in April, Maoists are preparing for another revolt to achieve it, he added.
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October - 3 
Meanwhile, Kantipur reports that the scheduled signing ceremony of Nepal-India Extradition Treaty has been put off following a telephone conversation between Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala and Prachanda on October 3. According to Maoist sources
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Meanwhile, Kantipur reports that the scheduled signing ceremony of Nepal-India Extradition Treaty has been put off following a telephone conversation between Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala and Prachanda on October 3. According to Maoist sources, the Prime Minister agreed to postpone the date for signing the treaty after Prachanda asked him not to do so before the Summit Talks slated for October 8. According to the treaty, both countries will have to extradite the other's citizens being held prisoner in their jails.
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October - 3 
According to New Age, Majlish-e-Shura (highest decision-making body) member of the Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), Abdul Awal, has sought permission to appeal against the death sentence awarded to him. His petition to the effect, along with on
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According to New Age, Majlish-e-Shura (highest decision-making body) member of the Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), Abdul Awal, has sought permission to appeal against the death sentence awarded to him. His petition to the effect, along with one filed by JMB ‘military commander’ Ataur Rahman Sunny, reached the Supreme Court on October 3. These were the last two of the six convicted militants to file such petitions. The registrar of the Supreme Court, Fazlul Karim, has sent two letters to the authorities ordering them to stay the execution of the death sentences pending disposal of the petitions. According to Fazlul Karim, now the appeal section of the Supreme Court will place the petitions before the chief justice for constitution of a bench and fixation of the date for hearing the petitions.
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October - 3 
Another claymore mine was recovered by troops from the Uylankulam area of Mannar district on October 3.
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Another claymore mine was recovered by troops from the Uylankulam area of Mannar district on October 3.
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October - 3 
Government told peace mediator Norway that it would be prepared to hold talks either on October 30 or on November 10 due to parliamentary commitments and added that if the LTTE concedes to their concerns it was ready for negotiations at the end of th
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Government told peace mediator Norway that it would be prepared to hold talks either on October 30 or on November 10 due to parliamentary commitments and added that if the LTTE concedes to their concerns it was ready for negotiations at the end of this month or early November, possibly in Geneva. The head of the Government's Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, said, “These two dates are our preferences and we have conveyed this to Mr. Hanssen-Bauer and we will await a response from the LTTE.”
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October - 3 
Naval troops recovered two claymore mines during a route clearing operation at 3rd Mile Post junction in the Trincomalee district on October 3 and arrested four suspected persons during further search operations in the area.
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Naval troops recovered two claymore mines during a route clearing operation at 3rd Mile Post junction in the Trincomalee district on October 3 and arrested four suspected persons during further search operations in the area.
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October - 3 
On October 3, Police personnel retaliated Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) firing in the Murunkan area of Mannar district and during subsequent search operations recovered the dead body of one LTTE cadre, one T-56 weapon and one ammunition dru
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On October 3, Police personnel retaliated Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) firing in the Murunkan area of Mannar district and during subsequent search operations recovered the dead body of one LTTE cadre, one T-56 weapon and one ammunition drum.
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October - 3 
Police personnel retaliated as LTTE cadres launched mortar and small arms attack on the Murukkan Police station in the Vavuniya district. However, no casualties were reported.
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Police personnel retaliated as LTTE cadres launched mortar and small arms attack on the Murukkan Police station in the Vavuniya district. However, no casualties were reported.
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October - 3 
Tamil Net quoted Tamilselvan as saying that Colombo was continuously engaged in offensive aggression despite the assurances given to the Norwegian facilitators, adding, the outfit were still extending support to unconditional talks as urged by the in
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Tamil Net quoted Tamilselvan as saying that Colombo was continuously engaged in offensive aggression despite the assurances given to the Norwegian facilitators, adding, the outfit were still extending support to unconditional talks as urged by the international community.
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October - 3 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) stated that they have agreed to unconditional peace talks with the Sri Lankan Government but warned that they would pull out of the 2002 cease-fire agreement (CFA) altogether if the Government continues wit
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) stated that they have agreed to unconditional peace talks with the Sri Lankan Government but warned that they would pull out of the 2002 cease-fire agreement (CFA) altogether if the Government continues with its military campaign. After a meeting between the Norwegian peace envoy Jon Hanssen-Bauer and LTTE political wing leader S.P. Tamilselvan on October 3 in Kilinochchi, LTTE spokesperson Daya Master said, "We have said that we are ready for talks. We have not placed any conditions and neither has the government. We have informed the Norwegian facilitators that we would totally pull out of the Ceasefire if the government continues to attack us.” An unnamed source told Reuters, "The Tigers have agreed to go to Oslo for talks on October 28-30.”
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October - 4 
A senior Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) cadre, Mon Pohrmen, who was the ‘commander’ of the camp at Panai in Bangladesh, surrendered before Meghalaya Police at Jowai in the Jaintia Hills district on October 4, according to Shillong Tim
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A senior Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) cadre, Mon Pohrmen, who was the ‘commander’ of the camp at Panai in Bangladesh, surrendered before Meghalaya Police at Jowai in the Jaintia Hills district on October 4, according to Shillong Times. He reportedly deposited some sample demand notes before the police.
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October - 4 
A terrorist, identified as Muzaffar Amin, was injured when a grenade exploded in his hands at Sharma Hotel at in the Rajouri town.
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A terrorist, identified as Muzaffar Amin, was injured when a grenade exploded in his hands at Sharma Hotel at in the Rajouri town.
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October - 4 
Across the State, wine shops remained open throughout the day on October 4, defying a ‘directive’ of the ULFA to open liquor outlets only after 7 pm on weekdays, reports Telegraph. “For all practical purposes, we are running the business on behalf of
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Across the State, wine shops remained open throughout the day on October 4, defying a ‘directive’ of the ULFA to open liquor outlets only after 7 pm on weekdays, reports Telegraph. “For all practical purposes, we are running the business on behalf of the government, which has given us licence to do so. We cannot open or close as we like. If we do so, our licences can get cancelled,” said Alok Datta, the general secretary of the All Assam India-made Foreign Liquor Retailers’ Association.
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October - 4 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, while responding to the ULFA’s threat to the Congress party and its leaders for Army operations against it, said that the outfit was a threat to everybody in the State, according to Sentinel. “There is nothing new in
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, while responding to the ULFA’s threat to the Congress party and its leaders for Army operations against it, said that the outfit was a threat to everybody in the State, according to Sentinel. “There is nothing new in the ULFA’s threat to the Congress. We received many such threats earlier also. In fact, everybody in the State, including common people and innocent children, is under the threat of the rebel group which has not spared even school kids,” said Gogoi in a press briefing at Guwahati on October 4.
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October - 4 
Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio dismissed allegations appearing in a section of the local media that he and his Government had offered monetary assistance to a certain insurgent group.
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Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio dismissed allegations appearing in a section of the local media that he and his Government had offered monetary assistance to a certain insurgent group.
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October - 4 
Elsewhere in the State, 21 terrorists militants of different outfits, hailing mostly from the Baramulla and Kupwara districts, surrendered on October 4 before 19 Infantry Division within a day of their infiltration from Line of Control (LoC) in the U
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Elsewhere in the State, 21 terrorists militants of different outfits, hailing mostly from the Baramulla and Kupwara districts, surrendered on October 4 before 19 Infantry Division within a day of their infiltration from Line of Control (LoC) in the Uri sector. They handed over 21 modern weapons and ammunition to the Army personnel at the time of surrender. They reportedly belonged to the Hizb-e-Islami, Al Barq and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfits.
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October - 4 
Elsewhere, the Kuki National Front (KNF) produced two persons before the media at Koubru Range Wing 4 in the Senapati district for their alleged involvement in raping and killing a 17-year old girl at Molsang village in July 2005.
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Elsewhere, the Kuki National Front (KNF) produced two persons before the media at Koubru Range Wing 4 in the Senapati district for their alleged involvement in raping and killing a 17-year old girl at Molsang village in July 2005.
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October - 4 
Four Jammu and Kashmir Police personnel and at least one civilian were killed when terrorists launched a Fidayeen (suicide squad) attack on the headquarters of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in the business hub of Budshah Chowk in capital Sr
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Four Jammu and Kashmir Police personnel and at least one civilian were killed when terrorists launched a Fidayeen (suicide squad) attack on the headquarters of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in the business hub of Budshah Chowk in capital Srinagar on October 4. At least 30 persons, including over a dozen from Police and CRPF, sustained injuries even as over 200 people were successfully evacuated and two to three terrorists are holed up at a nearby hotel building, according to Daily Excelsior. This is the first Fidayeen attack in the city in four-and-a-half months, according to The Hindu. The terrorists reportedly attacked the Dashnami Akhara building in the Budshah Chowk area around 11.30 a.m. They first hurled grenades, and subsequently opened fire indiscriminately towards the building. However, an alert sentry repulsed the attack, which forced the heavily armed terrorists to take shelter in the nearby Hotel New Standard. Some civilians were injured in the crossfire. More than 40 people were evacuated from the hotel, and hundreds from the nearby offices, banks and business establishments. The operation to flush out the terrorists from the hotel was continuing till last reports came in. "We are on the job, and things are moving in the right direction but I think the operations will be put off till tomorrow. The siege will continue since the area is densely populated," Inspector-General (Operations), CRPF, S.K. Singh told The Hindu. A spokesman of the Al-Mansoorian outfit, Aamir, told Daily Excelsior over telephone that three of his outfit’s cadres carried out the attack.
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October - 4 
In an interview to CNN-IBN, somewhere in the jungles of south east Manipur on an unspecified day, the Chairman of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF), R. K. Meghen alias Sanayaima, warned that the State is soon going to witness a flare-up as
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In an interview to CNN-IBN, somewhere in the jungles of south east Manipur on an unspecified day, the Chairman of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF), R. K. Meghen alias Sanayaima, warned that the State is soon going to witness a flare-up as his outfit plans to take its war for ‘liberation of Manipur’ into the streets, by sparking a civil unrest. "You will see some sort of an intifada….Part of the strategy is to tell the world that something is happening here [Manipur] and you are morally obliged to come to our help. India should not be allowed to simply massacre our people”, the UNLF chief claimed. He reiterated the demand for a plebiscite in Manipur. Further, Sanayaima revealed that his outfit had asked politicians and bureaucrats of the State to allot funds to the outfit. "We ask MLAs, ministers, bureaucrats to do what is beneficial for the people….We want to tell them that they (MLAs, ministers and bureaucrats) have to join the people when the people rise up. Otherwise they don't have any future," he said.
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October - 4 
India will shortly present to Pakistan the names of its nationals suspected to be involved in the July 11, 2006-Mumbai blasts along with related evidence through the joint anti-terror mechanism recently agreed upon, unidentified official sources in N
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India will shortly present to Pakistan the names of its nationals suspected to be involved in the July 11, 2006-Mumbai blasts along with related evidence through the joint anti-terror mechanism recently agreed upon, unidentified official sources in New Delhi told Indian Express on October 4. 11 Pakistani nationals were directly involved in the serial blasts of whom two are believed to be dead. The remaining have either escaped to Pakistan or are still hiding in India.
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October - 4 
Indian Express reports that three Manipur-based United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants were arrested from the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on October 4-morning. The trio were flying to Kathmandu from Delhi. A pen drive was
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Indian Express reports that three Manipur-based United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants were arrested from the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on October 4-morning. The trio were flying to Kathmandu from Delhi. A pen drive was seized from their possession.
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October - 4 
Meanwhile, security forces are reported to have killed two of the top ranking cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) at Gradwan Naar hamlet in the Aeshmuqam area of Anantnag district. The slain terrorists were identified as ‘Chief Commander of Operation
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Meanwhile, security forces are reported to have killed two of the top ranking cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) at Gradwan Naar hamlet in the Aeshmuqam area of Anantnag district. The slain terrorists were identified as ‘Chief Commander of Operations’ Abu Ma'az alias Cheema alias Muzammil and ‘Divisional Commander’ Abu Qasim. According to official records, it was Abu Ma'az who had masterminded the massacre of 24 Kashmiri Pandits at Nadimarg village in the Pulwama district on March 23, 2003.
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October - 4 
Meanwhile, two ULFA collaborators, Ghanakanta Hazarika and Sashidhar Hazarika, were arrested by the North Lakhimpur police from Badhakara area on October 4, according to delayed report.
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Meanwhile, two ULFA collaborators, Ghanakanta Hazarika and Sashidhar Hazarika, were arrested by the North Lakhimpur police from Badhakara area on October 4, according to delayed report.
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October - 4 
One security force (SF) personal sustained injuries when an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) exploded at a spot between Kha Potsangbam and Ngapokpi in the Bishnupur district on October 4.
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One security force (SF) personal sustained injuries when an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) exploded at a spot between Kha Potsangbam and Ngapokpi in the Bishnupur district on October 4.
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October - 4 
Sentinel quoting intelligence sources reports that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) planned to cut off the road communication by blowing up all the bridges and culverts in areas along the India-Myanmar international border as well as Assam-
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Sentinel quoting intelligence sources reports that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) planned to cut off the road communication by blowing up all the bridges and culverts in areas along the India-Myanmar international border as well as Assam-Arunachal Pradesh inter-State border to stop the movement of Army while carrying out its counter-insurgency operations against the outfit in Assam.
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October - 4 
SFs arrested a Kuki National Army (KNA) cadre, identified as Haopu Haokip, from the North AOC area of capital Imphal.
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SFs arrested a Kuki National Army (KNA) cadre, identified as Haopu Haokip, from the North AOC area of capital Imphal.
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October - 4 
According to Daily Times, a mysterious blast near Army House in Rawalpindi cantonment caused panic on October 4. The blast, which occurred at around 9:20pm, was said to have taken place in Rawalpindi Golf Club, adjacent to Army House, the residence o
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According to Daily Times, a mysterious blast near Army House in Rawalpindi cantonment caused panic on October 4. The blast, which occurred at around 9:20pm, was said to have taken place in Rawalpindi Golf Club, adjacent to Army House, the residence of President Pervez Musharraf. No casualties and no major damage to property were reported. Police sources said it was not clear what had caused the blast. A senior police official said that “explosive material” had been discovered in the park. It was stashed under benches near the Gullistan Gate of the park, said Syed Marwat Ali Shah, Additional Inspector General for Rawalpindi.
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October - 4 
Elsewhere in the province, a bomb explosion was reported from the Sumangli area. “It was a home-made bomb planted with a timer,” a police officer said, adding no loss of life or property was reported.
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Elsewhere in the province, a bomb explosion was reported from the Sumangli area. “It was a home-made bomb planted with a timer,” a police officer said, adding no loss of life or property was reported.
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October - 4 
In another incident, five rockets were fired at a check-post of the Frontier Corps in the Kahan area of Kohlu district, according to Dawn. However, all rockets landed in isolated places without causing any casualty.
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In another incident, five rockets were fired at a check-post of the Frontier Corps in the Kahan area of Kohlu district, according to Dawn. However, all rockets landed in isolated places without causing any casualty.
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October - 4 
Interior Minister Aftab Ahmad Sherpao said on October 4 that registration of 95 per cent of seminaries in the country had been completed, according to Dawn. Talking to PTV, he said there were about 12,000 seminaries in Pakistan and the purpose of the
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Interior Minister Aftab Ahmad Sherpao said on October 4 that registration of 95 per cent of seminaries in the country had been completed, according to Dawn. Talking to PTV, he said there were about 12,000 seminaries in Pakistan and the purpose of the registration was to remove misconceptions that terrorism or extremism was being promoted in seminaries. He said the seminaries should not only provide religious education to their students but their curricula should be such that after these students graduated they could get jobs easily. He said the Government was trying to ensure that there was no such material in the syllabus that promoted extremism or terrorism, adding that action would be taken if any such material were found in the syllabus of any seminary. He also informed that there were about 1,200 foreigners studying in various seminaries but 500 to 600 of them had gone back to their countries.
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October - 4 
Unknown assailants blew up a gas pipeline using a bomb at Mangli in the Balochistan province on October 4, Daily Times reported. However, there was no loss of life or injuries.
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Unknown assailants blew up a gas pipeline using a bomb at Mangli in the Balochistan province on October 4, Daily Times reported. However, there was no loss of life or injuries.
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October - 4 
Would-be suicide bombers detained in Afghanistan claim they have been brainwashed and equipped by Arab, Chechen and Uzbek militants in Pakistan, the Afghan intelligence service said on October 4, according to AFP. The claims were from 17 attackers wh
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Would-be suicide bombers detained in Afghanistan claim they have been brainwashed and equipped by Arab, Chechen and Uzbek militants in Pakistan, the Afghan intelligence service said on October 4, according to AFP. The claims were from 17 attackers who were arrested in the past month before they had the chance to strike, Sayed Ansari, the spokesman for the Afghan National Directorate of Security said. “All of the detained have confessed they received training for suicide attacks, attacks against schools and institutions from Arab, Chechen and Uzbek instructors on the other side of the border (Pakistan),” said Ansari. He said illiterate people, those with a poor religious education or from deprived backgrounds, were being “brainwashed” in Pakistani training camps across the border and sent to Afghanistan. “They focus on religious feelings of people, show them made-up videos of coalition forces in Afghanistan, preach that Islam is in danger in Afghanistan and the government does not have control to make them ready for their inauspicious attempts,” he said. He said the would-be bombers trained in Shamshatoo, an Afghan refugee camp near Peshawar, and at another camp near Data Khel in North Waziristan tribal region. However, Pakistan military spokesperson, Maj. Gen Shaukat Sultan, said Pakistan had no information on the 17 arrests.
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October - 4 
The four arrested cadres of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI) were remanded in the Detective Branch custody for 10 days on October 4 by the first-class magistrate court in Sylhet for interrogation in connection with the grenade attack on the Sylhe
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The four arrested cadres of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI) were remanded in the Detective Branch custody for 10 days on October 4 by the first-class magistrate court in Sylhet for interrogation in connection with the grenade attack on the Sylhet Mayor on December 3, 2005, reports New Age. The four, Shahedul Alam Bipul, Badrul Alam Mizan, Delwer Hussain Ripon and Hafiz Syed Nayeem Ahmed Arif, were involved in the grenade attack on the Mayor, Badar Uddin Ahmed Kamran, at Tilagar in Sylhet.
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October - 4 
A civilian was abducted along with his vehicle and subsequently shot dead by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in the Kondavil area of Jaffna district on October 4. Later, when troops reached the scene to conduct a search operation, a ti
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A civilian was abducted along with his vehicle and subsequently shot dead by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in the Kondavil area of Jaffna district on October 4. Later, when troops reached the scene to conduct a search operation, a time bomb attached to the vehicle exploded. However, no casualties were reported in the blast.
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October - 4 
A civilian, identified as Lingam Pradeshwaram, was shot dead and another wounded by unidentified assailants at Neelapola in the Trincomalee district on October 4.
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A civilian, identified as Lingam Pradeshwaram, was shot dead and another wounded by unidentified assailants at Neelapola in the Trincomalee district on October 4.
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October - 4 
A day earlier, a claymore mine was recovered by troops from the Tholanambi area.
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A day earlier, a claymore mine was recovered by troops from the Tholanambi area.
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October - 4 
A day earlier, two soldiers sustained injuries when LTTE cadres attacked the same FDL.
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A day earlier, two soldiers sustained injuries when LTTE cadres attacked the same FDL.
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October - 4 
Colombo Page reports that Federal prosecutors in Baltimore in Indonesia announced that six men, who were charged with attempting to export weapons to Indonesia and to the LTTE are facing additional charges. The Sri Lankan national among them, Thiruna
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Colombo Page reports that Federal prosecutors in Baltimore in Indonesia announced that six men, who were charged with attempting to export weapons to Indonesia and to the LTTE are facing additional charges. The Sri Lankan national among them, Thirunavukarasu Varatharasa, was originally charged in Guam last week by a criminal complaint. The superseding indictment adds money laundering, weapons export and firearms possession charges to the original indictment.
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October - 4 
Elsewhere, three civilians and two soldiers were injured in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion in the Nelliadi area.
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Elsewhere, three civilians and two soldiers were injured in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion in the Nelliadi area.
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October - 4 
Further, Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Kfir jets continued their air raids in the Uncleared areas (area not under Government control) of Pallai to neutralise the LTTE artillery and mortar fire that was directed towards the newly established Forward Defe
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Further, Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Kfir jets continued their air raids in the Uncleared areas (area not under Government control) of Pallai to neutralise the LTTE artillery and mortar fire that was directed towards the newly established Forward Defence Line (FDL) of the security forces (SFs) in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. Military spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe told Daily News that air raids were carried out in the area south of Muhamalai to counter the outfit fire in which two soldiers were injured, "Three LTTE mortar positions located between Muhamalai and Pallai were completely destroyed in the air attacks carried out on Wednesday morning." As reported earlier, the SLAF had carried out air attacks on identified LTTE mortar and artillery positions in the Pooneryn and Pallai areas in retaliation to the outfit artillery and mortar fire on October 3.
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October - 4 
LTTE military spokesman, Irasiah Ilanthirayan, questioned Colombo's sincerity to the international community's call to cease violence. He told Tamil Net, "Colombo also dispatched Kfir bombers that bombed civilian targets in Pooneryn yesterday [Tuesda
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LTTE military spokesman, Irasiah Ilanthirayan, questioned Colombo's sincerity to the international community's call to cease violence. He told Tamil Net, "Colombo also dispatched Kfir bombers that bombed civilian targets in Pooneryn yesterday [Tuesday] when Norwegian Special Envoy was in meeting with our Political Head."
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October - 4 
One soldier was injured due to explosion of an anti-personnel mine laid by LTTE cadres at Chiviyatheru west in the same district.
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One soldier was injured due to explosion of an anti-personnel mine laid by LTTE cadres at Chiviyatheru west in the same district.
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October - 4 
Similarly, on October 4, troops successfully repulsed when LTTE cadres opened fire towards the Army detachment deployed for the protection of Vavunathivu Bridge in the Batticaloa district. However, no casualties were reported in these incidents.
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Similarly, on October 4, troops successfully repulsed when LTTE cadres opened fire towards the Army detachment deployed for the protection of Vavunathivu Bridge in the Batticaloa district. However, no casualties were reported in these incidents.
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October - 4 
The Sri Lanka Government agreed on October 4 to hold unconditional peace talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Geneva on October 28-30, according to Reuters. The head of Government's Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, stated, "We
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The Sri Lanka Government agreed on October 4 to hold unconditional peace talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Geneva on October 28-30, according to Reuters. The head of Government's Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, stated, "We would like to get to the substantive issues straight away and not get stuck in a tunnel. We also reserve the right if the Tigers make any threatening moves to take appropriate counter-measures," adding, the Government had been told that the outfit would accept Geneva. As reported earlier, the LTTE proposed the end-October dates for talks and wanted to hold the dialogue in Oslo.
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October - 4 
Troops in the Mallakkam area of Jaffna district recovered one claymore mine during route clearing operation. Further, five hand grenades were recovered by Police from the Jayanthipura and Irudiyapuram areas of Batticaloa district.
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Troops in the Mallakkam area of Jaffna district recovered one claymore mine during route clearing operation. Further, five hand grenades were recovered by Police from the Jayanthipura and Irudiyapuram areas of Batticaloa district.
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October - 4 
Troops retaliated as LTTE cadres fired artillery rounds towards the troops at the FDL in the Varani area.
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Troops retaliated as LTTE cadres fired artillery rounds towards the troops at the FDL in the Varani area.
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October - 4 
Wellawattha Police in the Colombo district recovered a claymore mine from the Beach Road.
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Wellawattha Police in the Colombo district recovered a claymore mine from the Beach Road.
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October - 5 
According to data prepared by the State Home department, 189 extremist-related incidents had taken place from January to August 2006, in which 26 Police personnel, 69 civilians and 16 extremists were killed. Six police pickets were attacked and 51 po
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According to data prepared by the State Home department, 189 extremist-related incidents had taken place from January to August 2006, in which 26 Police personnel, 69 civilians and 16 extremists were killed. Six police pickets were attacked and 51 police encounters took place. Four police arms were looted. Police recovered 13 firearms from the Maoists, besides 28 regular arms, 71 country-made arms and 3740 live cartridges. Other recoveries included two mini gun factories, 20,342 detonators, 16.5 kg explosive substances, 791 gelatines, 26 landmines, 140 live can bombs, 46 grenades and 20 claymore mines. Police also neutralized 12 bunkers and five training camps of extremists apart from recovering INR 9,84,970 from them. Police claim to have arrested 279 Naxalite leaders during the period, including 11 area commanders, three zonal commanders, two sub-zonal commanders and 263 dasta (squad) members. According to the data, Police have information of around 28 jan adalats organised by the extremists during the period.
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October - 5 
According to Telegraph, the Jharkhand Police launched an operation against Maoist insurgents on October 5. Director General of Police (DGP) J.B. Mahapatra, said: “The operation would be carried out in 18 of the 22 districts, where rebel activities ar
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According to Telegraph, the Jharkhand Police launched an operation against Maoist insurgents on October 5. Director General of Police (DGP) J.B. Mahapatra, said: “The operation would be carried out in 18 of the 22 districts, where rebel activities are high. A list of most wanted criminals would be prepared to help us in this operation.” Sources said other decisions taken during the meeting included construction of roads in the Maoist-dominated areas and to connect those to the main roads.
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October - 5 
At least 18 persons were arrested and later interrogated in connection with the October 3 attack by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants on a Silchar-bound civil convoy along the Assam-Tripura National Highway No 44 killing a wom
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At least 18 persons were arrested and later interrogated in connection with the October 3 attack by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants on a Silchar-bound civil convoy along the Assam-Tripura National Highway No 44 killing a woman passenger and injuring three persons at New Kumardhan Para under Teliamura police station in the West Tripura district, reports Tripurainfo.
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October - 5 
Elsewhere in the State, an unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with the troops at Bazipora in the Bandipore area of Baramulla district.
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Elsewhere in the State, an unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with the troops at Bazipora in the Bandipore area of Baramulla district.
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October - 5 
Elsewhere in the State, two other motorcycle-borne ULFA militants hurled a hand grenade at Namrup police station in the Dibrugarh district in a simultaneous attack. While no casualty was reported, the compound wall of the police station was partially
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Elsewhere in the State, two other motorcycle-borne ULFA militants hurled a hand grenade at Namrup police station in the Dibrugarh district in a simultaneous attack. While no casualty was reported, the compound wall of the police station was partially damaged.
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October - 5 
Four civilians and three police constables were injured in a grenade blast triggered by two motorcycle-borne United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants targeting a security convoy in front of the Doomdooma police station in the Tinsukia distric
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Four civilians and three police constables were injured in a grenade blast triggered by two motorcycle-borne United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants targeting a security convoy in front of the Doomdooma police station in the Tinsukia district on October 5, according to Sentinel. While four injured civilians were identified as Kamal Deka, Biraj Barman, Rabi Sankar Prasad and Sunil Kumar, three police constables, who sustained injuries, were Gobin Chetri, Khanindra Baglari and Monoranjan Hazarika. However, the Additional Superintendent of Police, Bijoy Kuligram, whose vehicle was targeted, managed to escape the attack.
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October - 5 
Further, the Central Intelligence Wing is reported to have submitted to the Army a list of at least 25 ULFA cadres, who have taken shelter at various places of upper Assam, most of them belonging to the ‘28th battalion’ of the outfit, and all of them
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Further, the Central Intelligence Wing is reported to have submitted to the Army a list of at least 25 ULFA cadres, who have taken shelter at various places of upper Assam, most of them belonging to the ‘28th battalion’ of the outfit, and all of them are equipped with sophisticated arms and explosives, including assault rifles of AK-56, AK-57, AK-47, along with other communication gadgets, reports Sentinel. The list included Jiban Moran, Jiten Dutta, Probal Neog, Bijoy Chinese, Ujjal Gohain, Poresh Majhi, Jun Bhuyan, Rubul Sarma, Pranjal Saikia, Dibakar Moran and Aagan Barua.
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October - 5 
Hindu reports that the Union Government has provided the security forces in Chhattisgarh with an Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) for security operations. Official sources said personnel of the Indian Air Force (IAF) are being briefed by the Chhattisgarh
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Hindu reports that the Union Government has provided the security forces in Chhattisgarh with an Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) for security operations. Official sources said personnel of the Indian Air Force (IAF) are being briefed by the Chhattisgarh Police for taking up combing operations with the help of the inputs culled out by flying the UAV. In addition to the UAV, the Centre has also expressed its willingness to provide air support, essentially for "transport of security forces, evacuation and airdropping of food and medicines." The UAV is also to be used by police forces in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Orissa. A battalion of Mizoram Indian Reserve Police has also reportedly reached Raipur on October 4 to assist the security forces.
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October - 5 
Meanwhile, a terrorist of the Al Badr Mujahideen, identified as Mushtaq Ahmed Lone, was killed in an encounter with the troops at Surigam in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district.
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Meanwhile, a terrorist of the Al Badr Mujahideen, identified as Mushtaq Ahmed Lone, was killed in an encounter with the troops at Surigam in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district.
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October - 5 
Meanwhile, the National Security Adviser, M. K. Narayanan, in a press briefing said he was willing to call off the Army operations, in case of agreement of the ULFA for peace talks, reports Assam Tribune. Narayanan, while responding to the press per
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Meanwhile, the National Security Adviser, M. K. Narayanan, in a press briefing said he was willing to call off the Army operations, in case of agreement of the ULFA for peace talks, reports Assam Tribune. Narayanan, while responding to the press persons about the statement issued by the ULFA’s mouthpiece, Freedom, on ‘political solution’ to the insurgency in Assam, denied his knowledge of the issue, by adding, however, “But, if it is true then it is most welcome. I will stop operation if they come.”
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October - 5 
On October 5, security forces recovered five landmines planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres during combing operation from different areas in the Chatra district. The landmines, each weighing 15 kg, were planted at differ
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On October 5, security forces recovered five landmines planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres during combing operation from different areas in the Chatra district. The landmines, each weighing 15 kg, were planted at different places between Lavalong and Kunda, Superintendent of Police Subodh Kumar informed. The Maoists must have planted the mines with an aim to target police vehicles, Kumar added.
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October - 5 
On October 5, the designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court held Nasir Abdul Kadar Keval alias Nasir Dhakla and Mohammed Rafiq Usman Shaikh guilty under section 3 (3) of TADA Act (aiding and abetting terrorist act)
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On October 5, the designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court held Nasir Abdul Kadar Keval alias Nasir Dhakla and Mohammed Rafiq Usman Shaikh guilty under section 3 (3) of TADA Act (aiding and abetting terrorist act) and section 120-b IPC (conspiracy), for undergoing arms training in Pakistan and attending conspiracy meetings prior to the 1993 serial bomb blasts case in Mumbai. Nasir was also found guilty of participating in landing of arms and explosives in coastal Raigad district before the blasts. He, however, was acquitted of the charge of filling RDX in vehicles planted at various places in the metropolis on March 12, 1993. The judge also held that Nasir had participated in the blast conspiracy "up to a particular point". Another accused, Mohammed Ahmed Mansoor, was acquitted of the charge of facilitating terrorist acts by making arrangements for the co-accused to obtain arms training in Pakistan. The court ruled that the prosecution has failed to prove that he received the co-accused at Dubai airport and sent them to Pakistan for arms training.
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October - 5 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) has claimed that five National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres had defected to its fold on October 5.
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) has claimed that five National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres had defected to its fold on October 5.
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October - 5 
The ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Baruah, insisting on the issue of ‘sovereignty’, said, “We are ready for direct talks with the Government of India if the latter sends a formal letter through the People’s Consultative Group (PCG), indicating clea
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The ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Baruah, insisting on the issue of ‘sovereignty’, said, “We are ready for direct talks with the Government of India if the latter sends a formal letter through the People’s Consultative Group (PCG), indicating clearly that sovereignty will be discussed,” reports Sentinel.
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October - 5 
Two agents of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) have been arrested by the Special Cell of the Delhi Police from the Madanpur Khadar area in the national capital on October 5, reports Rediff. Mohammed Muzaffar Khan and Ali Rehman Jalal, bot
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Two agents of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) have been arrested by the Special Cell of the Delhi Police from the Madanpur Khadar area in the national capital on October 5, reports Rediff. Mohammed Muzaffar Khan and Ali Rehman Jalal, both in their early thirties, were staying in the city for the past nine months. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) Alok Kumar said on October 6 that Khan belongs to Karachi and Jalal is a Bangladeshi national. Defence-related classified documents and sketches of vital installations in the city have been recovered from them.
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October - 5 
With 10 fatalities – five Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) personnel, two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) soldiers, two terrorists and one civilian - the overnight gun-battle between the holed terrorists and security forces in the business hub of B
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With 10 fatalities – five Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) personnel, two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) soldiers, two terrorists and one civilian - the overnight gun-battle between the holed terrorists and security forces in the business hub of Budshah Chowk in capital Srinagar ended on October 5-afternoon. Approximately 30 people sustained injuries in the suicide attack, according to Daily Excelsior. Director General of JKP, Gopal Sharma, said that the 27-hour-long operation ended with the toll of 10 human lives after both of the Fidayeen (suicide squad), who occupied the second floor of New Standard Hotel for about 20 hours, were shot dead by Police and CRPF. Spokesman of the Al-Mansoorian outfit, Aamir Mir, identified the two terrorists killed as Tariq Ahmed Bhat and Mohammad Mushtaq.
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October - 5 
Eight more people were killed as armed clashes between Shias and Sunnis over a shrine in the Kalaya area of Lower Orakzai Agency in North West Frontier Province continued for the third consecutive day on October 5, Daily Times reported. Both sects ar
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Eight more people were killed as armed clashes between Shias and Sunnis over a shrine in the Kalaya area of Lower Orakzai Agency in North West Frontier Province continued for the third consecutive day on October 5, Daily Times reported. Both sects are reportedly attempting to take control of the disputed Mian Anwar shrine. Further, tribesmen of one sect fired several rockets at Mashti Mela village in Sangra, damaging the shrine of Syed Khalil Baba and injuring three persons.
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October - 5 
Security agencies discovered and defused two rockets aimed at the Presidency, Parliament and Cabinet Block on October 5-morning, less than 12 hours after a powerful blast in Rawalpindi’s Ayub National Park, according to Daily Times. Bomb disposal exp
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Security agencies discovered and defused two rockets aimed at the Presidency, Parliament and Cabinet Block on October 5-morning, less than 12 hours after a powerful blast in Rawalpindi’s Ayub National Park, according to Daily Times. Bomb disposal experts said the two rockets were fixed to launchers and hidden in bushes in the green area in front of the important buildings less than a kilometer away. The Russian-made 106mm and 107mm rockets reportedly had a range of 2-3 kilometers. Passers-by spotted the rockets in the green area and informed the police. President Pervez Musharraf was not inside the Presidency when these rockets were found. The police have detained over 200 labourers who were working at a construction site of the National Council of Arts in connection with the incident.
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October - 5 
Suspected insurgents fired rockets at security check-posts in the Kohlu district of Balochistan province on October 5, while a bomb blast in Mustung damaged windows of nearby buildings. However, there were no casualties in any of these incidents, acc
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Suspected insurgents fired rockets at security check-posts in the Kohlu district of Balochistan province on October 5, while a bomb blast in Mustung damaged windows of nearby buildings. However, there were no casualties in any of these incidents, according to Daily Times. Police sources said three suspects had been arrested in connection with the blast.
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October - 5 
At least seven LTTE cadres were reportedly injured in a retaliatory fire by troops posted at Vavunathivu Army camp in the Batticaloa district following a LTTE mortar and small arms attack on the camp.
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At least seven LTTE cadres were reportedly injured in a retaliatory fire by troops posted at Vavunathivu Army camp in the Batticaloa district following a LTTE mortar and small arms attack on the camp.
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October - 5 
Elsewhere, four soldiers were injured in a LTTE fire towards troops on duty at Kilaly Forward Defence Line (FDL).
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Elsewhere, four soldiers were injured in a LTTE fire towards troops on duty at Kilaly Forward Defence Line (FDL).
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October - 5 
Elsewhere, four soldiers were injured in a LTTE fire towards troops on duty at Kilaly Forward Defence Line (FDL). A day earlier, two soldiers sustained injuries when LTTE cadres attacked the same FDL.
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Elsewhere, four soldiers were injured in a LTTE fire towards troops on duty at Kilaly Forward Defence Line (FDL). A day earlier, two soldiers sustained injuries when LTTE cadres attacked the same FDL.
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October - 5 
Elsewhere, in the Chavakachcheri area troops recovered one T – 56 weapon, one magazine with thirty ammunition and one anti personnel mine.
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Elsewhere, in the Chavakachcheri area troops recovered one T – 56 weapon, one magazine with thirty ammunition and one anti personnel mine.
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October - 5 
Further, on October 5, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres triggered a claymore mine explosion targeting troops on route clearing duty at Kokkeliya in the Vavuniya district, killing one soldier and injuring two others.
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Further, on October 5, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres triggered a claymore mine explosion targeting troops on route clearing duty at Kokkeliya in the Vavuniya district, killing one soldier and injuring two others.
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October - 5 
LTTE cadres lobbed a grenade towards the navy detachment at Pallamunai in the Mannar district. However, no casualties were reported.
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LTTE cadres lobbed a grenade towards the navy detachment at Pallamunai in the Mannar district. However, no casualties were reported.
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October - 5 
Meanwhile, Government Chief Negotiator, Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva, said, "We have agreed for talks on October 28 and 29 in Switzerland. If the response is positive we should be able to resume negotiations," adding, that they were waiting for t
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Meanwhile, Government Chief Negotiator, Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva, said, "We have agreed for talks on October 28 and 29 in Switzerland. If the response is positive we should be able to resume negotiations," adding, that they were waiting for the LTTE's reaction which is to be conveyed within a couple of days. He also demanded, "The LTTE must also immediately cease all acts of violence."
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October - 5 
Nine soldiers sustained injuries in LTTE mortar and artillery fire towards troops in the Eluthumadduval, Nagarkovil and Muhamalai areas of Jaffna district.
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Nine soldiers sustained injuries in LTTE mortar and artillery fire towards troops in the Eluthumadduval, Nagarkovil and Muhamalai areas of Jaffna district.
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October - 5 
On the same day, troops recovered one T-56 magazine, one T-81 magazine, one hand grenade and thirty T-56 ammunition from the Kokuvil area of Jaffna district.
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On the same day, troops recovered one T-56 magazine, one T-81 magazine, one hand grenade and thirty T-56 ammunition from the Kokuvil area of Jaffna district.
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October - 5 
Peace talks between the Sri Lanka Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) will be held on October 28-29 in Switzerland, according to Colombo Page. The Secretariat for Co-coordinating the Peace Process (SCOPP) in a statement released on
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Peace talks between the Sri Lanka Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) will be held on October 28-29 in Switzerland, according to Colombo Page. The Secretariat for Co-coordinating the Peace Process (SCOPP) in a statement released on October 5 said, "The Government of Sri Lanka, having considered the message conveyed to it by the Norwegian facilitator that the LTTE is agreeable to resume talks, has accommodated the suggestion to hold talks on October 28 and 29 in Switzerland," adding, that it informed the facilitators that consistent with its repeated commitment made at the highest levels of its willingness to engage in discussions to resolve the conflict, it proposes to engage in a discussion of substantive issues with the LTTE with a view to obtaining a permanent solution. The SCOPP has repeatedly and sincerely requested the LTTE to return to the negotiations and the LTTE has consistently refused to do so without giving reason and “Instead, the LTTE, in the course of a campaign of violence lasting months, has committed blatant violations of its own commitments,” the statement added further. The SCOPP also indicated to the Norwegian facilitators that “if at any time the LTTE undertook actions of an offensive and provocative nature, the government reserves the right to take countermeasures in the interests of national security.”
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October - 5 
Police recovered three 40-mm multi grenade launcher rounds, two detonators and two hand grenades from the Weliwewa area of Anuradhapura district on October 5.
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Police recovered three 40-mm multi grenade launcher rounds, two detonators and two hand grenades from the Weliwewa area of Anuradhapura district on October 5.
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October - 5 
Similarly, a motorbike laden with improvised explosive device was recovered by troops from the Chenkalady area of Batticaloa district.
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Similarly, a motorbike laden with improvised explosive device was recovered by troops from the Chenkalady area of Batticaloa district.
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October - 5 
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets bombed LTTE targets for a third day on October 5. The Military reportedly said that the SLAF attacked suspected bases of the outfit’s Sea Tiger wing in the Batticaloa district and some other identified targets in the N
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Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets bombed LTTE targets for a third day on October 5. The Military reportedly said that the SLAF attacked suspected bases of the outfit’s Sea Tiger wing in the Batticaloa district and some other identified targets in the North. However, no casualties were reported till last reports came in.
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October - 5 
Troops on route clearing in the Omanthai area of Vavuniya district recovered a PVC pipe filled with C-4 explosives connected to a detonator.
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Troops on route clearing in the Omanthai area of Vavuniya district recovered a PVC pipe filled with C-4 explosives connected to a detonator.
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October - 6 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘corporal’, identified as Debojit, was killed by security force (SF) personnel in a counter-insurgency operation at an unspecified place in the Sibsagar district on October 6, according to delayed report.
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘corporal’, identified as Debojit, was killed by security force (SF) personnel in a counter-insurgency operation at an unspecified place in the Sibsagar district on October 6, according to delayed report.
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October - 6 
According to The Hindu, a top functionary of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Samala Venkatesu alias Sudarshan or Satyam, was killed in an encounter with the police in the forest area of Nallamada in the Anantapur district of Andhra
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According to The Hindu, a top functionary of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Samala Venkatesu alias Sudarshan or Satyam, was killed in an encounter with the police in the forest area of Nallamada in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh on October 6. Sudarshan was the secretary of Nallamala Forest Division Committee and member of four-man state committee of the CPI-Maoist. Another State Committee member, Obulesu alias Zaheer, was injured in the incident. Sudershan and Obulesu along with some important Maoist leaders were reportedly holding a secret meeting near Payakatta tank in the Nallamada forest when a police party surrounded them. Other Maoists, who were believed to be around 20 in number, managed to escape. Two of the fleeing Maoists reportedly suffered injuries. The police recovered two hand grenades, a rifle, one pistol, two wireless sets and a large quantity of revolutionary literature from the incident site, according to Anantapur Superintendent of Police Stephen Ravindra. Sudarshan was wanted in 101 cases, including 30 murders.
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October - 6 
At least 13 Railway Protection Force personnel were reportedly killed by in an ambush by the Black Widow faction of the Dima Halam Daogah (DHD) group in Assam's North Cachar Hills district on October 6. According to Tribune, a Railway team of 20 pers
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At least 13 Railway Protection Force personnel were reportedly killed by in an ambush by the Black Widow faction of the Dima Halam Daogah (DHD) group in Assam's North Cachar Hills district on October 6. According to Tribune, a Railway team of 20 personnel was proceeding in four vehicles beyond Mandaksa railway station for inspection work when the militants ambushed it. The first two vehicles managed to slip away but the militants, who were on a hilltop, ambushed the remaining two killing all the occupants. According to an official report, there was an encounter and the militants took away the weapons of the railway security men. Meanwhile, DHD ‘chairman’ Dileep Nunisa condemned the incident saying anti-talk and anti-peace force had been trying to derail the process by creating violence. The Black Widow faction of the DHD is against the holding of peace talks with the Government unlike the Nunisa faction of the group, which is currently observing a truce.
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October - 6 
Elsewhere in the State, 10 kilograms of explosive was recovered and two suspected militants of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Yasin Dar and Dildar Dar, were arrested in the Anantnag district.
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Elsewhere in the State, 10 kilograms of explosive was recovered and two suspected militants of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Yasin Dar and Dildar Dar, were arrested in the Anantnag district.
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October - 6 
Elsewhere in the state, security forces busted a hideout of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) at Botengo in the Anantnag district on October 6 and arrested two militants who were planning to plant an improvised explosive device (IED) on the Srinagar-Jammu
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Elsewhere in the state, security forces busted a hideout of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) at Botengo in the Anantnag district on October 6 and arrested two militants who were planning to plant an improvised explosive device (IED) on the Srinagar-Jammu national highway. An IED weighing 10 kilograms was also recovered.
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October - 6 
Further, a group of surrendered National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants assaulted a doctor, Itesh Bordoloi, and ransacked his nursing home at Bongaigaon on October 6, following the sudden death of one of their colleagues who was under
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Further, a group of surrendered National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants assaulted a doctor, Itesh Bordoloi, and ransacked his nursing home at Bongaigaon on October 6, following the sudden death of one of their colleagues who was under treatment.
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October - 6 
Meanwhile, a Fidayeen (suicide squad) opened firing on police at Bela Colony near Officers Colony in the Rajouri town injuring a police constable and was still holed-up in the area even as security force personnel cordoned off the entire area.
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Meanwhile, a Fidayeen (suicide squad) opened firing on police at Bela Colony near Officers Colony in the Rajouri town injuring a police constable and was still holed-up in the area even as security force personnel cordoned off the entire area.
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October - 6 October - 7
On the previous day, suspected Al-Mansoorain militants abducted and subsequently killed a new recruit of Territorial Army, Mohammad Shafi Mir at Sopore in the Baramulla district. His severed head was recovered from the main marketplace of Sopore town
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On the previous day, suspected Al-Mansoorain militants abducted and subsequently killed a new recruit of Territorial Army, Mohammad Shafi Mir at Sopore in the Baramulla district. His severed head was recovered from the main marketplace of Sopore township on October 7.
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October - 6 
One civilian, identified as Firdaus Ahmed Darzi, was killed and six others sustained injuries when an unidentified terrorist lobbed a hand grenade at the crowded General Bus Stand in the Batmaloo area of capital Srinagar on October 6, according to Da
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One civilian, identified as Firdaus Ahmed Darzi, was killed and six others sustained injuries when an unidentified terrorist lobbed a hand grenade at the crowded General Bus Stand in the Batmaloo area of capital Srinagar on October 6, according to Daily Excelsior.
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October - 6 
Police arrested two terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), identified as Liaquat Hussain and Mushtaq Ahmed, from Pangai in the Thannamandi area of Rajouri district.
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Police arrested two terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), identified as Liaquat Hussain and Mushtaq Ahmed, from Pangai in the Thannamandi area of Rajouri district.
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October - 6 
Reports from Sopore in the Baramulla district said that troops of Rashtriya Rifles shot dead a cadre of the Al-Badr Mujahideen, namely Mohammad Zaid Bhat alias Zubair of Pakistan occupied Kashmir, in an encounter near Zenipora.
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Reports from Sopore in the Baramulla district said that troops of Rashtriya Rifles shot dead a cadre of the Al-Badr Mujahideen, namely Mohammad Zaid Bhat alias Zubair of Pakistan occupied Kashmir, in an encounter near Zenipora.
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October - 6 
According to Daily Times, at least 19 more people were killed in an exchange of mortar fire between Shias and Sunnis fighting over control of the Mian Anwar shrine in the Kalay area of Lower Orakzai Agency in North West Frontier Province. 14 Shias
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According to Daily Times, at least 19 more people were killed in an exchange of mortar fire between Shias and Sunnis fighting over control of the Mian Anwar shrine in the Kalay area of Lower Orakzai Agency in North West Frontier Province. 14 Shias were killed and five others wounded when mortars were fired on a Shia gathering at the shrine late on October 5-night, said Orakzai Agency Political Agent Sher Alam Mehsud. He informed that Shias retaliated by firing mortars on a Sunni-populated Sangra village, killing five people of a family. The political administration said that the shrine dispute had resulted in a loss of at least 20 lives so far, while locals say that about 40 people have been killed in the last five days. Locals added that soon after the exchange of mortar fire, heavily armed people from both sects took up positions against each other in the Kalay area. Shia and Sunni followers of the Sufi saint Anwar Shah Baba both claim they are the real custodians of his shrine.
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October - 6 
Maoist chairman Prachanda met with Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala on October 6 to talk about the agenda of the forthcoming summit meeting. The talks between the two was said to be concentrated on the summit talks and how it can be made conclusi
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Maoist chairman Prachanda met with Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala on October 6 to talk about the agenda of the forthcoming summit meeting. The talks between the two was said to be concentrated on the summit talks and how it can be made conclusive. Home Minister Krishna Prasad Sitaula, coordinator of the Government talks team, said "Their meeting was most cordial and they talked seriously about how to bring in lasting peace and reach to the Constituent Assembly."
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October - 6 
Three children were killed when bomb exploded at a residence in the Basauti Village Development Committee area of Kailali district on October 6, Nepal News reported. Five other persons were injured in the same explosion. Reports said that Maoists use
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Three children were killed when bomb exploded at a residence in the Basauti Village Development Committee area of Kailali district on October 6, Nepal News reported. Five other persons were injured in the same explosion. Reports said that Maoists used to stay in a jungle near the village.
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October - 6 
The International Khatme Nabuwat Movement- Bangladesh (IKNM-B) has announced that it will lay siege to the Nakhalpara Ahmadiyya mosque at Tejgaon in capital Dhaka after Juma prayers on October 6, according to Daily Star. According to the IKNM-B, the
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The International Khatme Nabuwat Movement- Bangladesh (IKNM-B) has announced that it will lay siege to the Nakhalpara Ahmadiyya mosque at Tejgaon in capital Dhaka after Juma prayers on October 6, according to Daily Star. According to the IKNM-B, the programme is being announced after their demand of passing a law in the last session of parliament declaring the Ahmadiyyas as non-Muslim went unheeded. An IKNM-B press release released on October 5 said, “Since the government did not take any steps in this regard, lovers of prophet Mohammad will continue to lay siege to Ahmadiyya dens across the country.”
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October - 6 
A day after the announcement of dates for talks between the Sri Lanka Government and the LTTE, the military claimed that at least 22 cadres of the outfit were killed and four of its troops were injured in the east on October 6, according to The Hindu
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A day after the announcement of dates for talks between the Sri Lanka Government and the LTTE, the military claimed that at least 22 cadres of the outfit were killed and four of its troops were injured in the east on October 6, according to The Hindu. An Army statement said the LTTE cadres fired mortars and artillery from the Panichchankeri and Vakerai areas at troops based in Mankerni. "The tigers initiated these offensive attacks at troops at Mankerni area during early hours today causing damages to the security forces' defences and injuring two soldiers. Ground sources and intelligence confirmed [that] the Tiger establishments, which were causing harassments to the innocent civilians, were destroyed. The civil sources in the area and the intelligence said there were over 22 Tiger dead bodies lying in the area," the Army said. Meanwhile, TamilNet quoted LTTE's military spokesman Irasiah Ilanthirayan as saying the "defence council" of the outfit had been summoned to discuss the developments.
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October - 6 
A day earlier, Nochchiyagama Police recovered one hand grenade, three 40 mm grenades, two detonators and a few grams of C- 4 explosives from Anuradhapura district
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A day earlier, Nochchiyagama Police recovered one hand grenade, three 40 mm grenades, two detonators and a few grams of C- 4 explosives from Anuradhapura district
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October - 6 
A day earlier, two soldiers sustained injuries due to LTTE artillery fire at Meesalai-East in the same district.
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A day earlier, two soldiers sustained injuries due to LTTE artillery fire at Meesalai-East in the same district.
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October - 6 
Another soldier was injured in a LTTE sniper attack at Vavunathivu in the Batticaloa district.
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Another soldier was injured in a LTTE sniper attack at Vavunathivu in the Batticaloa district.
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October - 6 
On October 6, a fleet of five LTTE Sea-Tiger boats transporting additional cadres and weapons to Mankerni were blocked and attacked by the Sri Lankan Navy craft in the seas off Kadiraweli in the Trincomalee district destroying two of them completely
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On October 6, a fleet of five LTTE Sea-Tiger boats transporting additional cadres and weapons to Mankerni were blocked and attacked by the Sri Lankan Navy craft in the seas off Kadiraweli in the Trincomalee district destroying two of them completely with LTTE cadres on board, according to SLA reports. However, casualties were not confirmed till last reports came in.
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October - 6 
On the same day, LTTE cadres blasted the Panichchankerni Bridge causing inconvenience nearly to 30,000 civilians.
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On the same day, LTTE cadres blasted the Panichchankerni Bridge causing inconvenience nearly to 30,000 civilians.
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October - 6 
Troops also recovered three hand grenades, two M-16 grenades, and one black jacket from the Thavasikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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Troops also recovered three hand grenades, two M-16 grenades, and one black jacket from the Thavasikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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October - 7 
A grenade was hurled at Tengakhat police station in the Dibrugarh district on October 7-evening, according to Assam Tribune. However, no one was injured in the incident. Later, two persons, Diganta Sonowal and Bhupen Sonowal, were arrested from the n
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A grenade was hurled at Tengakhat police station in the Dibrugarh district on October 7-evening, according to Assam Tribune. However, no one was injured in the incident. Later, two persons, Diganta Sonowal and Bhupen Sonowal, were arrested from the nearby Langri Borhulla village in connection with the grenade attack.
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October - 7 
According to delayed news, on October 7, Sobha, an ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was arrested along with two accomplices from the Lathikata market area in the Sundergarh district. According to Asian Age, she is
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According to delayed news, on October 7, Sobha, an ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was arrested along with two accomplices from the Lathikata market area in the Sundergarh district. According to Asian Age, she is a member of the outfit’s central committee. Sundergarh district Superintendent of Police, Dhirendra S Kutte, said that Sobha, along with Prasant Bose, a West Bengal based Maoist leader, was instrumental in planning attacks in States like Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Bihar and Orissa. The two other arrested Maoists were identified as Rajan Munda and Bijoy Munda, who reportedly are members of the no. 39 platoon of the Maoists.
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October - 7 
According to The Hindu, a top functionary of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), K Ramulu alias RK, was killed in an encounter near Gorlagondi village in the Visakhapatnam district on October 7. Police sources said that the killed extre
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According to The Hindu, a top functionary of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), K Ramulu alias RK, was killed in an encounter near Gorlagondi village in the Visakhapatnam district on October 7. Police sources said that the killed extremist was a member of East Division Gurtedu Area Committee and a native of Karimnagar district. He had been working in the outfit for the last 22 years and carried a reward of INR 3 lakh on his head. After the encounter, a Maoist identified as Sindri Giri, who was accompanying Ramulu, surrendered to the police.
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October - 7 
At least four civilians, including a woman, were wounded when suspected militants hurled a bomb at the Babina diagnostic centre in capital Imphal on October 7. Police sources said that refusal to pay a sum of INR 500,000 as demanded by an unspecified
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At least four civilians, including a woman, were wounded when suspected militants hurled a bomb at the Babina diagnostic centre in capital Imphal on October 7. Police sources said that refusal to pay a sum of INR 500,000 as demanded by an unspecified militant group could be the reason behind the bomb attack.
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October - 7 
Elsewhere in the district, an improvised explosive device (IED) was exploded by the ULFA at Jorhat on October 7. However, no casualty was reported in the incident.
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Elsewhere in the district, an improvised explosive device (IED) was exploded by the ULFA at Jorhat on October 7. However, no casualty was reported in the incident.
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October - 7 
In a separate incident, Maoist deputy commander belonging to the Manmgi Dalam (squad), Jungnaka Jaithu alias Amruth alias Vinod surrendered before the Adilabad District Superintendent of Police, Kripanand Tripathi Ujela. Vinod had joined the outfit i
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In a separate incident, Maoist deputy commander belonging to the Manmgi Dalam (squad), Jungnaka Jaithu alias Amruth alias Vinod surrendered before the Adilabad District Superintendent of Police, Kripanand Tripathi Ujela. Vinod had joined the outfit in 2004.
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October - 7 
In a similar incident, dead body of a civilian, Abdur Rasheed Ganai was recovered from the Vesu Achhabal locality in South Kashmir on October 7.
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In a similar incident, dead body of a civilian, Abdur Rasheed Ganai was recovered from the Vesu Achhabal locality in South Kashmir on October 7.
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October - 7 
On October 7, army personnel killed five Pakistani militants trying to cross over to Indian side along the Line of Control in Gurez sector in the Baramulla district, according to Daily Excelsior. Two army personnel- a jawan and an officer, were also
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On October 7, army personnel killed five Pakistani militants trying to cross over to Indian side along the Line of Control in Gurez sector in the Baramulla district, according to Daily Excelsior. Two army personnel- a jawan and an officer, were also killed during the operation. A defence spokesperson said that the militants were trying to sneak into the Kanzaluan area. Five AK rifles and other arms and ammunition were recovered from the killed militants.
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October - 7 
Separately, a police constable was killed and two other police personnel were injured when militants lobbed a grenade and opened fire on their vehicle at Moori Top in Gool area of Ramban police district on October 7.
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Separately, a police constable was killed and two other police personnel were injured when militants lobbed a grenade and opened fire on their vehicle at Moori Top in Gool area of Ramban police district on October 7.
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October - 7 
Two civilians were killed and three others injured in crossfire during an encounter between security forces (SF) and Black Widow militants in Mujam village under Kherni police station in the Karbi Anglong district on October 7. According to Sentinel,
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Two civilians were killed and three others injured in crossfire during an encounter between security forces (SF) and Black Widow militants in Mujam village under Kherni police station in the Karbi Anglong district on October 7. According to Sentinel, SF personnel were carrying out a combing operation in the area following the October 6 attack on the Railway Protection Force in the adjoining North Cachar Hills district. Tools used for making arms, military fatigues and incriminating documents were found in a temporary camp of the Black Widow near the incident site.
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October - 7 
Police arrested over 45 suspected Taliban operatives during a series of raids in the Balochistan province near the Afghan border on October 7, Reuters reported. The arrests were made in the provincial capital Quetta and in a raid on a hotel in the ne
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Police arrested over 45 suspected Taliban operatives during a series of raids in the Balochistan province near the Afghan border on October 7, Reuters reported. The arrests were made in the provincial capital Quetta and in a raid on a hotel in the nearby town of Kuchlak. "We have arrested around a dozen suspects from Kuchlak and 33 from Quetta," Qazi Abdul Wahid, a senior police official in Quetta, told Reuters.
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October - 7 
Unidentified gunmen shot and killed a Shia tribal elder in the town of Tank in North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on October 7, reports Daily Times. Police sources said that Syed Mqbool Shah was standing on a street when unidentified gunmen opened f
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Unidentified gunmen shot and killed a Shia tribal elder in the town of Tank in North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on October 7, reports Daily Times. Police sources said that Syed Mqbool Shah was standing on a street when unidentified gunmen opened fire, killing him on the scene before fleeing. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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October - 7 
In another report from Ilam, Maoists seized two motorcycles, one of Nepali Army lieutenant Shushil Baniya of local Aaitabare army barracks, from Phikkal area a few days ago.
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In another report from Ilam, Maoists seized two motorcycles, one of Nepali Army lieutenant Shushil Baniya of local Aaitabare army barracks, from Phikkal area a few days ago.
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October - 7 
Maoist-allied Madheshi Liberation Front (MLF) in the Damak area of Jhapa district abducted Sumurdhin Haque, Pathamari VDC secretary, from Bhadrapur Municipality on October 7-evening.
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Maoist-allied Madheshi Liberation Front (MLF) in the Damak area of Jhapa district abducted Sumurdhin Haque, Pathamari VDC secretary, from Bhadrapur Municipality on October 7-evening.
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October - 7 October - 8
According to Daily Star, two extremists belonging to the Lal Pataka faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) were killed by cadre belonging to the rival Janajuddha faction at Lohagora village under Ataikula police station of Pabna district
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According to Daily Star, two extremists belonging to the Lal Pataka faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) were killed by cadre belonging to the rival Janajuddha faction at Lohagora village under Ataikula police station of Pabna district on October 8. Police and locals said that the Janajuddha cadres abducted Mokbul Hossain and Yakub from their houses on October 7 and then killed them and threw the bodies in a water body at Falta. The PBCP-Janajuddha has claimed responsibility for the killings.
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October - 7 
A day earlier, LTTE cadres fired upon troops who were on a route clearing operation in the Thirunaveli junction area of Jaffna district, injuring one soldier who succumbed to his injuries later.
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A day earlier, LTTE cadres fired upon troops who were on a route clearing operation in the Thirunaveli junction area of Jaffna district, injuring one soldier who succumbed to his injuries later.
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October - 7 
A former member of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP), Nagarasa, was shot dead by LTTE cadres at Mallakam in the Jaffna district on October 7.
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A former member of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP), Nagarasa, was shot dead by LTTE cadres at Mallakam in the Jaffna district on October 7.
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October - 7 
At least 54 combatants, including 52 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in heavy clashes between government troops and Tiger rebels in the Eastern province, the military claimed on October 7. Military spokesman Brigadi
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At least 54 combatants, including 52 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in heavy clashes between government troops and Tiger rebels in the Eastern province, the military claimed on October 7. Military spokesman Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe said, “We have recovered 12 Tamil Tiger bodies while soldiers had observed 40 others in front of our defence line.” According to Zee News two soldiers were also killed during the operation.
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October - 7 
On the same day, Police personnel recovered an improvised bomb from the Murunkan area in Mannar district.
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On the same day, Police personnel recovered an improvised bomb from the Murunkan area in Mannar district.
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October - 7 
Troops recovered two T-56 weapons, four magazines, two hand grenades and 225 ammunition hidden inside an abandoned house in the Nallur area of Jaffna district on October 7.
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Troops recovered two T-56 weapons, four magazines, two hand grenades and 225 ammunition hidden inside an abandoned house in the Nallur area of Jaffna district on October 7.
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October - 8 
According to Daily Excelsior, security force (SF) personnel on October 8 foiled an infiltration attempt by a group of suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadres killing four infiltrators on the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sabjian sub sector of Poonch di
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According to Daily Excelsior, security force (SF) personnel on October 8 foiled an infiltration attempt by a group of suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadres killing four infiltrators on the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sabjian sub sector of Poonch district. One soldier was reportedly killed in the operation while a Captain was injured. Three AK rifles, 10 magazines, 268 rounds, nine Chinese grenades, five grenades of Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), two wireless sets, one mobile telephone and one Global Positioning System were recovered from the incident site.
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October - 8 
According to Hindustan Times, on October 8, during a joint combing operation of police and Central Reserve Police force (CRPF) personnel in Orissa's Gajapati district, 12 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a few inv
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According to Hindustan Times, on October 8, during a joint combing operation of police and Central Reserve Police force (CRPF) personnel in Orissa's Gajapati district, 12 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a few involved in the March 24, 2006, R Udaygiri jailbreak incident, were arrested. A huge quantity of explosives and ammunition, including live cartridges and hand grenades, were recovered from them. The arrested extremists included Ullash Rout, the president of the proscribed Kui Lewanga Sangha and head of CPI-Maoist Basadhara zonal committee. Gajapati Superintendent of Police Amitendra Sinha said, “Some of the arrested have already confessed about their role in the R Udayagiri jail break and security personnel killing incidents. We have kept their leader, Ullash Rout in police remand to know about the Maoists' plans of operation in the near future.”
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October - 8 
According to Telegraph, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) trained militants belonging to the Assam-based Islamist outfits including, Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA).
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According to Telegraph, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) trained militants belonging to the Assam-based Islamist outfits including, Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA).
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October - 8 
According to Times of India, the Nalgonda district police in Andhra Pradesh, on October 8, arrested a cadre of the Communist Party of India- Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Mohammad Abbas alias Ramesh, in connection with the attack on Atmakur (M) police station
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According to Times of India, the Nalgonda district police in Andhra Pradesh, on October 8, arrested a cadre of the Communist Party of India- Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Mohammad Abbas alias Ramesh, in connection with the attack on Atmakur (M) police station on August 18, 2006. Abbas, a native of Velvarthi, had joined the outfit’s Krishnapatti dalam (squad) under the influence of one Rapolu Nagabhushanam alias Ganesh of the same village.
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October - 8 
An ULFA cadre, Keshab Saikia alias Kachu, was injured in an encounter with security force (SF) personnel at Hilloidhari village in the Dibrugarh district on October 8, reports Press Trust of India. An electronic detonator, 500 gm of TNT explosives a
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An ULFA cadre, Keshab Saikia alias Kachu, was injured in an encounter with security force (SF) personnel at Hilloidhari village in the Dibrugarh district on October 8, reports Press Trust of India. An electronic detonator, 500 gm of TNT explosives and incriminating documents were seized from the injured militant. However, the two militants managed to escape from the encounter site.
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October - 8 
Elsewhere in the State, two unidentified terrorists injured a surrendered militant, Abdul Qayoom, at Targain in the Rajouri district.
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Elsewhere in the State, two unidentified terrorists injured a surrendered militant, Abdul Qayoom, at Targain in the Rajouri district.
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October - 8 
Further, the Army is reported to have said that it was keeping a fleet of helicopters on standby to airdrop soldiers in their counter insurgency operation against militants who are carrying out guerrilla war in inaccessible jungle terrain in the Stat
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Further, the Army is reported to have said that it was keeping a fleet of helicopters on standby to airdrop soldiers in their counter insurgency operation against militants who are carrying out guerrilla war in inaccessible jungle terrain in the State, reports Sentinel.
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October - 8 
Hindu reports that three villagers were killed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres after alleging them of being police informers at Itkhori in Chatra district on October 8. Superintendent of Police Subodh Kumar informed that the Ma
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Hindu reports that three villagers were killed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres after alleging them of being police informers at Itkhori in Chatra district on October 8. Superintendent of Police Subodh Kumar informed that the Maoists had abducted the three persons from Varkha village, took them to a nearby forest and slit their throats. A note found near the bodies said the three persons had informed the police about the presence of the Maoists in the village, which resulted in an encounter three days ago in which a Maoist was injured, Kumar added.
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October - 8 
Meanwhile, unidentified terrorists are reported to have abducted and subsequently slaughtered a dental surgeon in the Sopore town of Baramulla district. Police recovered the dead body of 35-year-old Dr Mushtaq Ahmed Shah from corn fields in the Nopor
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Meanwhile, unidentified terrorists are reported to have abducted and subsequently slaughtered a dental surgeon in the Sopore town of Baramulla district. Police recovered the dead body of 35-year-old Dr Mushtaq Ahmed Shah from corn fields in the Nopora Kalan locality of Sopore on October 8-morning. According to Daily Excelsior, terrorists killed the dental surgeon within 24 hours of beheading a Territorial Army recruit whose head was taken all the way to the center of Sopore town and dropped there.
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October - 8 
On October 8, a suspected cadre of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) was arrested from the Jaffar Nagar area of Malegaon town, reports The Hindu. 23-year-old Nurullah Samsudoha, a loom worker, was arrested from his residence and 21 books
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On October 8, a suspected cadre of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) was arrested from the Jaffar Nagar area of Malegaon town, reports The Hindu. 23-year-old Nurullah Samsudoha, a loom worker, was arrested from his residence and 21 books of the organisation were recovered from his possession by the Azad Nagar police. Police sources said that the he was under observation since the arrest of five locals in connection with the arms and RDX recovery in May 2006 from various places in Maharashtra.
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October - 8 
On the same day, police unearthed a Maoist dump and recovered eight landmines near Kaligote forest area in the in Nizamabad district and arrested three Maoists, including a TDP Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituency member. The arrested were identif
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On the same day, police unearthed a Maoist dump and recovered eight landmines near Kaligote forest area in the in Nizamabad district and arrested three Maoists, including a TDP Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituency member. The arrested were identified as Neeradi Subender, Sangem Ashok and Gajella Gangadhar.
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October - 8 
People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) has warned the All Manipur Muslims Coordinating Committee (AMMCOC) of dire consequence, if they go ahead with their proposed Thoubal district bandh on October 9 that coincides with the 29th ‘rising
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People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) has warned the All Manipur Muslims Coordinating Committee (AMMCOC) of dire consequence, if they go ahead with their proposed Thoubal district bandh on October 9 that coincides with the 29th ‘rising day’ of the outfit.
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October - 8 
Three students were wounded in an improvised explosive device explosion near Chitti Bandi in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district.
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Three students were wounded in an improvised explosive device explosion near Chitti Bandi in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district.
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October - 8 
Two motorcycle-borne United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, Simanta Bora and Baikuntha Gogoi, hurled a hand grenade at the Amguri police station in the Sivasagar district on October 8, according to Hindu. A civilian, Lakhi Das, was injured
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Two motorcycle-borne United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, Simanta Bora and Baikuntha Gogoi, hurled a hand grenade at the Amguri police station in the Sivasagar district on October 8, according to Hindu. A civilian, Lakhi Das, was injured and the building of the police station was partially damaged. The duo were reportedly arrested in the subsequent search operation.
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October - 8 
Commenting on the talks, UML leader Jhala Nath Khanal said they discussed everything but could not reach any agreement due to “lack of time”. “We may reach an understanding on all crucial issues on Tuesday,” Khanal said, adding that the meeting mainl
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Commenting on the talks, UML leader Jhala Nath Khanal said they discussed everything but could not reach any agreement due to “lack of time”. “We may reach an understanding on all crucial issues on Tuesday,” Khanal said, adding that the meeting mainly discussed the future of the monarchy, modalities of the arms management and structure of the interim legislature.
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October - 8 
Himalayan Times reports that the second round of talks between the seven-party alliance (SPA) and the CPN-Maoist on October 8 failed to come up with any decision on crucial issues like the future of the monarchy, structure of the interim legislature
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Himalayan Times reports that the second round of talks between the seven-party alliance (SPA) and the CPN-Maoist on October 8 failed to come up with any decision on crucial issues like the future of the monarchy, structure of the interim legislature and modalities of arms management. The first round of talks had taken place on June 16. The talks will continue on October 10, reports added. Leaders said they could not reach an agreement on crucial issues. The Government and Maoist talks’ teams, however, presented a draft of the interim constitution prepared by the Interim Constitution Drafting Committee. A joint press statement issued by the Government team leader Krishna Prasad Sitaula and Maoist team leader Krishna Bahadur Mahara stated that top leaders of both the sides discussed the draft of the interim statute, an election to a constituent assembly, implementation of the pacts the two sides had reached, issues of arms management, relief to the victims of the conflict, socio-economic transformation and restructuring of the state.
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October - 8 
Kantipur reports that Maoists have abducted two civilians in Jhapa and three of their own former activists in Dolpa. Locals in Dolpa said the rebels forcibly took away Saroj Thapa, Parilal Singh and Datta Bahadur Bohora from Kalika VDC-9. They had ea
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Kantipur reports that Maoists have abducted two civilians in Jhapa and three of their own former activists in Dolpa. Locals in Dolpa said the rebels forcibly took away Saroj Thapa, Parilal Singh and Datta Bahadur Bohora from Kalika VDC-9. They had earlier deserted the Maoists and had been taking refuge at the district headquarters.
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October - 8 
Maoist team member Dev Gurung accused the SPA, especially the Nepali Congress (NC), of being preoccupied with a “traditional” and “conservative” mindset and of being “influenced by foreign forces”. He said today’s talks failed because of the NC’s sta
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Maoist team member Dev Gurung accused the SPA, especially the Nepali Congress (NC), of being preoccupied with a “traditional” and “conservative” mindset and of being “influenced by foreign forces”. He said today’s talks failed because of the NC’s stance on the future of the monarchy, adding they would launch a peaceful agitation.
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October - 8 
Similarly, Maoists on October 8 abducted a civilian, Deepak Dahal, of Kohabhara in Jhapa district, along with a motorcycle he was riding, from Sunjuwa in Morang.
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Similarly, Maoists on October 8 abducted a civilian, Deepak Dahal, of Kohabhara in Jhapa district, along with a motorcycle he was riding, from Sunjuwa in Morang.
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October - 8 
In a separate incident, Shamim, an extremist belonging to the Gazi Kamrul faction of the Biplobi Communist Party (BPC) was killed in a shootout between Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) members and BPC cadres at Shiromoni in the Khulna district. A shutter
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In a separate incident, Shamim, an extremist belonging to the Gazi Kamrul faction of the Biplobi Communist Party (BPC) was killed in a shootout between Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) members and BPC cadres at Shiromoni in the Khulna district. A shutter gun and two shotgun cartridges were recovered from his possession.
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October - 8 
In a similar incident, Billal Hossain, of Shamontashena under Rupsha sub-district, belonging to the Haroon faction of the PBCP, was killed in an encounter between the RAB personnel and PBCP extremists at Goalbathan in the Khulna district. A pipe-gun
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In a similar incident, Billal Hossain, of Shamontashena under Rupsha sub-district, belonging to the Haroon faction of the PBCP, was killed in an encounter between the RAB personnel and PBCP extremists at Goalbathan in the Khulna district. A pipe-gun and three bullets were recovered from the slain extremist.
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October - 8 
On October 8, suspected extremists belonging to the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) killed an activist belonging to the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), Abdul Bari, at Kushtia. According to Daily Star, the Jamaat activist was kil
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On October 8, suspected extremists belonging to the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) killed an activist belonging to the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), Abdul Bari, at Kushtia. According to Daily Star, the Jamaat activist was killed while helping Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Organising Secretary of Sadarpur union Ashraful Haq Asha, whose house had been attacked by the extremists. Janajuddha leader Dipok Roy called media personnel to claim responsibility for the attack.
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October - 8 
. Elsewhere, troops on route clearing patrol recovered a claymore mine at Kalviyankadu.
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. Elsewhere, troops on route clearing patrol recovered a claymore mine at Kalviyankadu.
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October - 8 
According to Daily Mirror, SFs re-captured areas west of Muttur in the Trincomalee district, where LTTE activities were confined to since the military regained control of Sampur last month. A senior military official in the area stated on October 8,
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According to Daily Mirror, SFs re-captured areas west of Muttur in the Trincomalee district, where LTTE activities were confined to since the military regained control of Sampur last month. A senior military official in the area stated on October 8, “Now the road from Kinniya to Muttur is completely secure and people would be able to move freely,” adding, the troops were able to drive away the LTTE cadres, who were operating in Kandalkadu, Gange, Manirasakulam, Ralkuli and Upparu areas as small groups. Military spokesperson Samarasinghe said that Army ground troops were compelled to capture these areas to neutralise the threat posed by the LTTE, adding, “Tigers were engaged in constructing new bunkers and camps west of Muttur posing a threat to the Trincomalee Harbour. These areas had been right throughout under the control of the Security Forces.”
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October - 8 
Colombo Page reported quoting diplomatic sources reported that Japan’s special peace envoy to Sri Lanka, Yasushi Akashi, is scheduled to visit the country after October 15. Akashi will meet President Mahinda Rajapakse and Opposition Leader Ranil Wick
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Colombo Page reported quoting diplomatic sources reported that Japan’s special peace envoy to Sri Lanka, Yasushi Akashi, is scheduled to visit the country after October 15. Akashi will meet President Mahinda Rajapakse and Opposition Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe in Colombo and subsequently travel to Kilinochchi to have discussions with the LTTE leadership.
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October - 8 
Five Sri Lanka Army (SLA) soldiers were killed and four others sustained injuries when cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) launched an artillery and mortar attack towards troops in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district on October 8.
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Five Sri Lanka Army (SLA) soldiers were killed and four others sustained injuries when cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) launched an artillery and mortar attack towards troops in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district on October 8. Troops retaliated with artillery and mortar and repulsed the attack. The outfit’s military spokesperson, Rasiah Ilanthirayan, told BBC Sandeshaya that they launched an attack on a reconnaissance team of the SLA who tried to enter the outfit-held territory through Muhamalai and claimed that there were no LTTE casualties, adding, “We believe the military is gathering intelligence in preparation for a bigger offensive in the north.” Denying LTTE accusation, military spokesperson, Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe, told BBC Sandeshaya that the LTTE launched artillery attacks on SLA positions near Muhamalai Forward Defense Line (FDL), adding, “We don’t need to enter LTTE-held territories. We only retaliated when they attacked our position.”
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October - 8 
Further, on October 8, LTTE cadres shot at and injured Police personnel in the Eravur area of Batticaloa district. He succumbed to his injuries later.
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Further, on October 8, LTTE cadres shot at and injured Police personnel in the Eravur area of Batticaloa district. He succumbed to his injuries later.
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October - 8 
Government Defence Affairs spokesperson, Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, stated on October 8 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) should make use of the ideal opportunity created by the historic consensus between the two major Southern pol
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Government Defence Affairs spokesperson, Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, stated on October 8 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) should make use of the ideal opportunity created by the historic consensus between the two major Southern political parties to look into grievances of the Tamil people. He told Daily News, "The LTTE will go down in the history as traitors of the Tamil people in the North-East if they let down the Tamil community without participating in peace talks." He added, "The Government has very clearly indicated that the doors are open for the LTTE to participate in the peace talks to discuss the core issues regarding the grievances of the Tamil community… There is still no official communique from the Norwegian facilitators to the Government with regard to peace talks." Denying charges that security forces were engaged in offensive operations in the North-East, he said, "Security Forces have not launched any offensive operations. We have taken only defensive measures."
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October - 8 
LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards Police personnel on duty at the Kurumankadu Police post in the Anuradhapura district, injuring two police personnel.
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LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards Police personnel on duty at the Kurumankadu Police post in the Anuradhapura district, injuring two police personnel.
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October - 8 
LTTE spokesperson Rasiah Illanthirayan alleged on October 8 that Police commandos directed heavy arms fire into the outfit-held areas of Amparai district, according to Tamil Net. "Civilians in the LTTE (Tamil Tiger) controlled area was forced to flee
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LTTE spokesperson Rasiah Illanthirayan alleged on October 8 that Police commandos directed heavy arms fire into the outfit-held areas of Amparai district, according to Tamil Net. "Civilians in the LTTE (Tamil Tiger) controlled area was forced to flee and take refuge at safer locations," the Website quoted him as saying. However, the Army denied the charges.
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October - 8 
Meanwhile, the LTTE reportedly handed over the dead bodies of 11 SLA personnel to the International Red Cross (ICRC). According to reports, these SLA personnel went missing during the continued clashes between security forces (SFs) and the LTTE in th
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Meanwhile, the LTTE reportedly handed over the dead bodies of 11 SLA personnel to the International Red Cross (ICRC). According to reports, these SLA personnel went missing during the continued clashes between security forces (SFs) and the LTTE in the Batticaloa district which erupted on October 6 when the outfit cadres launched a heavy ground attack using artillery, mortar and small arms on Army detachment at Mankerni and Kajuwatta. As reported earlier, 60 LTTE cadres, including child soldiers, and two soldiers were killed in the fighting. An unspecified number of LTTE cadres and 15 soldiers were injured. Meanwhile, the ICRC stated that the LTTE informed them that 14 dead bodies of ‘Colonel’ Karuna cadres were in their possession. Denying allegations by LTTE political head S.P. Tamilselvan that the Army had used ‘paramilitary’ cadres in its offensive against the LTTE, military spokesperson Samarasinghe said, “Troops defended a major attack by the Tigers on the Mankerni FDL on Friday morning. We never used any outside personnel for the defensive operation. This is yet another attempt by the LTTE to cover up their failure to capture the Mankerni area.”
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October - 8 
Tamil Net reports that LTTE political wing leader, S.P. Tamilselvan, had sent an urgent letter to Norwegian Special Envoy, Jon Hanssen-Bauer, informing the outfit’s stand following the offensive on Vaharai.
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Tamil Net reports that LTTE political wing leader, S.P. Tamilselvan, had sent an urgent letter to Norwegian Special Envoy, Jon Hanssen-Bauer, informing the outfit’s stand following the offensive on Vaharai.
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October - 9 
A former cadre of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), Mohammed Azad Khan, was shot dead by some unidentified gunmen at Koijam village under Kakching police station in the Imphal East district, reports Sangai Express.
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A former cadre of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), Mohammed Azad Khan, was shot dead by some unidentified gunmen at Koijam village under Kakching police station in the Imphal East district, reports Sangai Express.
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October - 9 
According to Daily News & Analysis, seven of the 12 accused in the July 11, 2006 bomb blasts in Mumbai retracted their confessions before the Special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) Judge M. R. Bhatkar on October 9. Faizal Shaikh,
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According to Daily News & Analysis, seven of the 12 accused in the July 11, 2006 bomb blasts in Mumbai retracted their confessions before the Special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) Judge M. R. Bhatkar on October 9. Faizal Shaikh, his brother Muzammil, Tanvir Ahmed Ansari, Mohammed Kamal Ansari, Ehtesham Siddiqui, Sohail Shaikh and Zamir Ahmed Ansari accused the police of taking their signatures on blank sheets of paper and using third degree methods to get them to confess. They also said that they were neither produced before a magistrate nor were their statements recorded by a deputy commissioner of police, as required by law. The prosecution has denied that the retractions are a setback, calling it “normal practice”. The judge remanded the accused in judicial custody till October 20.
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October - 9 
An unidentified United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant was shot dead in an encounter with security force personnel at Bajengdoba in the East Garo Hills district on October 9, reports Shillong Times. Six other militants managed to escape from
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An unidentified United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant was shot dead in an encounter with security force personnel at Bajengdoba in the East Garo Hills district on October 9, reports Shillong Times. Six other militants managed to escape from the encounter side. Four grenades and 74 AK bullets were recovered from the site.
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October - 9 
In an interview to NDTV in London, India's National Security Advisor M. K. Narayanan has said that the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) has linkages with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). "We have our views on what ISI stands for. But the basic poin
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In an interview to NDTV in London, India's National Security Advisor M. K. Narayanan has said that the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) has linkages with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). "We have our views on what ISI stands for. But the basic point we recognise is that ISI has close connections with LeT. ISI is LeT's spiritual guru so that's bound to figure in the talks. We will not go into whether that agency should be disbanded but we'll mention what we have," said Narayanan. He also said that India would ask Pakistan to cooperate on counter-terrorism in the same manner in which it cooperates with Britain.
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October - 9 
Meanwhile, a Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorist, Nurul Amin alias Shajid alias Moniruddin, who was arrested in the State in 1999, managed to escape from the Guwahati Medical College Hospital while he was being taken there for a medical check-up on
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Meanwhile, a Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorist, Nurul Amin alias Shajid alias Moniruddin, who was arrested in the State in 1999, managed to escape from the Guwahati Medical College Hospital while he was being taken there for a medical check-up on October 9, reports Assam Tribune. Amin was among the 40 HuM cadres arrested from different parts of Assam following the arrest of four Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agents in Guwahati in 1999. He was also involved in a plot to trigger blasts at the Kamakhya temple.
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October - 9 
Separately, a bicycle borne-ULFA militant hurled a grenade injuring one person at a crowded shopping place at Digboi in the Tinsukia district on October 9.
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Separately, a bicycle borne-ULFA militant hurled a grenade injuring one person at a crowded shopping place at Digboi in the Tinsukia district on October 9.
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October - 9 
The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), in a statement issued on its 29th ‘foundation day’ on October 9, asked the indigenous tribes of Manipur not to practice birth control to combat the influx of migrants by increasing their own po
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The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), in a statement issued on its 29th ‘foundation day’ on October 9, asked the indigenous tribes of Manipur not to practice birth control to combat the influx of migrants by increasing their own population, reports Telegraph.
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October - 9 
Tripurainfo quoting intelligence sources that at least 57 to 58 militant hideouts are run along India-Bangladesh border passing through Tripura, Cachar in Assam, and Mizoram. Around 172 militant camps are run in Bangladesh by the outfits operating in
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Tripurainfo quoting intelligence sources that at least 57 to 58 militant hideouts are run along India-Bangladesh border passing through Tripura, Cachar in Assam, and Mizoram. Around 172 militant camps are run in Bangladesh by the outfits operating in India’s Northeast, the report added.
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October - 9 
Nepal News has reported that despite pressure from various quarters to declare schools as zones of peace and not to conduct any activities hampering the studies, Maoists continued to capture schools to use it as shelters for Maoist armies and militia
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Nepal News has reported that despite pressure from various quarters to declare schools as zones of peace and not to conduct any activities hampering the studies, Maoists continued to capture schools to use it as shelters for Maoist armies and militias. The insurgents have started to use Sharada Secondary School at Khanar-4 in Sunsari for residential purposes and the school playground for parading and holding drills from October 9. Reports quoted Maoist leader Hemanta as saying that some 25 insurgents are staying at the school. Headmaster of the school, Suvarna Bahadur Thapa, alleged that the Maoists had occupied the school without seeking permission violating universally-accepted norms and not respecting the education sector as a zone of peace.
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October - 9 
The second summit talks, that commenced on October 8, between the Government constituents – the seven-party alliance -- and the Maoists resumed on October 9 at Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala’s residence at Baluwatar in Kathmandu, according to H
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The second summit talks, that commenced on October 8, between the Government constituents – the seven-party alliance -- and the Maoists resumed on October 9 at Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala’s residence at Baluwatar in Kathmandu, according to Himalayan Times. The talks on October 8 had been postponed as no agreement was reached during the first sitting. A total of 32 top leaders, including four each from the eight parties, and four human rights activists as observers are taking part in the talks. Before the talks began, leaders of the seven-party alliance said the dialogue will try to reach a consensus on contentious issues like interim statute, future of monarchy, arms management, and date and modalities of elections to a constituent assembly.
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October - 9 
President Mahinda Rajapakse on October 9 reiterated his firm commitment to a negotiated settlement and to make the forthcoming talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) successful. Addressing the Sri Lanka-based Ambassadors of the Peace
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President Mahinda Rajapakse on October 9 reiterated his firm commitment to a negotiated settlement and to make the forthcoming talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) successful. Addressing the Sri Lanka-based Ambassadors of the Peace Process Co-Chairs, the President expressed the hope that the Co-Chair countries would be able to persuade the LTTE to abandon their violent approach and return to negotiations. The Ambassadors called on the President to discuss progress towards talks with the LTTE, proposed for October 28 and 29. At this meeting, the Co-Chairs reportedly expressed their firm support for the President's efforts to revive talks aimed at a political solution, the President's Office said.
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October - 10 
Imphal West District Police arrested three Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) cadres, including their ‘finance-in-chief’, on October 10 (today), reports Imphal Free Press. They were identified as Paonam Menjor Singh, Sarangthem Deban Singh and Aheibam
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Imphal West District Police arrested three Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) cadres, including their ‘finance-in-chief’, on October 10 (today), reports Imphal Free Press. They were identified as Paonam Menjor Singh, Sarangthem Deban Singh and Aheibam Robindro Singh alias Naobi.
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October - 10 
Separately, a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre, Mehendia, was arrested from Thathri in the Doda district.
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Separately, a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre, Mehendia, was arrested from Thathri in the Doda district.
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October - 10 
SF personnel arrested five suspects, including a follower of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, in whose house two terrorists had taken shelter before striking at an Army patrol killing four soldiers in the Surankote area of Poonch district on October 10.
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SF personnel arrested five suspects, including a follower of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, in whose house two terrorists had taken shelter before striking at an Army patrol killing four soldiers in the Surankote area of Poonch district on October 10.
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October - 10 
SFs arrested a ‘section commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami, Kalu, in the Doda district.
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SFs arrested a ‘section commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami, Kalu, in the Doda district.
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October - 10 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has called for a bandh (general strike) in the Nallamala forest areas extending across the Prakasam, Kurnool, Mahabubnagar and Guntur districts on October 12 to protest against the killing of a top lea
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has called for a bandh (general strike) in the Nallamala forest areas extending across the Prakasam, Kurnool, Mahabubnagar and Guntur districts on October 12 to protest against the killing of a top leader, Sudarsan, in an alleged fake encounter with the police in Anantapur district on October 6. According to The Hindu, The CPI-Maoist district committee member Sagar told journalists on October 10 that police had picked up Sudarsan in Bangalore (capital of Karnataka) bus stand and subjected him to torture before killing in a fake encounter.
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October - 10 
The designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court, on October 10, convicted three fishermen for smuggling contraband used in the 1993 serial blasts in Mumbai and acquitted two others of involvement in the conspiracy, ac
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The designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court, on October 10, convicted three fishermen for smuggling contraband used in the 1993 serial blasts in Mumbai and acquitted two others of involvement in the conspiracy, according to Times of India. Three fishermen, Yashwant Bhoinkar, Abbas Dawood Shekhdare and Shahjahan Shekhdare, were charged by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) with providing trawlers used to ferry arms and ammunition used in the blasts, from the high seas to Shekhadi on the coast of Raigad on February 2 and February 7, 1993. They were also charged with aiding and abetting terrorism and under the relevant sections of the Arms Act and the Explosive Substances Act. The court, while acquitting all of charges leveled under TADA, convicted them under the Customs Act for illegally bringing in goods from the high seas. Judge P. N. Kode held that they were unaware of the nature of the contraband being smuggled.
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October - 10 
A gas line and water pipeline were reportedly blown up by suspected insurgents in the industrial area of Pir Koh in Balochistan province on October 10, resulting in the suspension of water and gas supply to adjacent areas. The Balochistan Liberation
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A gas line and water pipeline were reportedly blown up by suspected insurgents in the industrial area of Pir Koh in Balochistan province on October 10, resulting in the suspension of water and gas supply to adjacent areas. The Balochistan Liberation Army has claimed responsibility for the blast, according to Daily Times.
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October - 10 
An anti-terrorism court in Karachi indicted on October 10 two activists of the al Qaeda in the US diplomat killing case. The two defendants, Usman Ghani and Anwar Ul Haq, denied the charges. A US diplomat, David Fyfe, his Pakistani driver and a Range
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An anti-terrorism court in Karachi indicted on October 10 two activists of the al Qaeda in the US diplomat killing case. The two defendants, Usman Ghani and Anwar Ul Haq, denied the charges. A US diplomat, David Fyfe, his Pakistani driver and a Rangers official were killed and 54 persons injured in a suicide car bombing near the US consulate in Karachi on March 2, 2006, a day before the US President George W. Bush reached Pakistan. The suicide bomber was later identified as Mohammed Tahir. Subsequently on August 21, the police arrested Usman Ghani and Anwar Ul Haq for masterminding the suicide car bombing.
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October - 10 
Pakistan and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) have agreed to enhance cooperation to defeat the Taliban and terrorism, according to Dawn. The agreement was reached during a meeting of NATO Commander in Afghanistan Gen David Richards with
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Pakistan and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) have agreed to enhance cooperation to defeat the Taliban and terrorism, according to Dawn. The agreement was reached during a meeting of NATO Commander in Afghanistan Gen David Richards with President Pervez Musharraf in Islamabad on October 10. An official told Dawn that Gen. Richards praised Pakistan’s role in the fight against terrorism but suggested that there should be an extended cooperation in this regard. The official said Richards had not come with proof of the Inter-Services Intelligence’s involvement in training or helping the Taliban.
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October - 10 
The Chief Metropolitan Magistrate's Court in Dhaka on October 10 placed Mufti Abdul Hannan, ‘operations commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami, Bangladesh (HuJI-B) and his brother Mohibullah alias Mofizur Rahman on a 10-day remand in the murder
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The Chief Metropolitan Magistrate's Court in Dhaka on October 10 placed Mufti Abdul Hannan, ‘operations commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami, Bangladesh (HuJI-B) and his brother Mohibullah alias Mofizur Rahman on a 10-day remand in the murder case filed with Mohammadpur Police Station in connection with the killing of Mohammad Bazlur Rahman on July 17, 2004, according to Daily Star.
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October - 10 
A day earlier, a Police Constable sustained injuries when Police personnel on foot patrol in the Thirunaveli area of Jaffna district came under LTTE small arms fire.
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A day earlier, a Police Constable sustained injuries when Police personnel on foot patrol in the Thirunaveli area of Jaffna district came under LTTE small arms fire.
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October - 10 October - 11
At least 50 Sri Lanka Army (SLA) personnel, including seven officers, were killed and another 214 were injured in continued fighting between Government troops and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at the Muhamale and Kilaly Forward Defence Line
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At least 50 Sri Lanka Army (SLA) personnel, including seven officers, were killed and another 214 were injured in continued fighting between Government troops and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at the Muhamale and Kilaly Forward Defence Lines (FDLs) of security forces (SFs) since October 10-night, according to SLA reports. The Defence Ministry said, "Troops are consolidating their positions after fierce gun battles that lasted for over five hours. Intermittent fighting however still rages on. Ground troops confirmed that a large number of terrorist dead bodies were also found scattered around their forward defence lines. Troops were compelled to launch those defensive measures as a result of the increased bout of LTTE violence against members of the Security Forces, disrupting the regular opening of the A-9 Highway." A senior military officer told The Hindu, "The number of soldiers killed is higher but we are not updating the casualty figure at the moment. The military has suffered high casualties because it did not anticipate such resistance from the Tigers."
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October - 10 
On October 10, LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine and subsequently opened fire towards troops in the Vandaramoole area of Batticaloa district. In retaliatory fire, two LTTE cadres were killed and five others were wounded.
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On October 10, LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine and subsequently opened fire towards troops in the Vandaramoole area of Batticaloa district. In retaliatory fire, two LTTE cadres were killed and five others were wounded.
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October - 10 
Separately, on October 10, troops on route clearing operations recovered a hand grenade from a garbage pit on the roadside in the Kalviyankadu area of Jaffna district.
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Separately, on October 10, troops on route clearing operations recovered a hand grenade from a garbage pit on the roadside in the Kalviyankadu area of Jaffna district.
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October - 10 
SFs deployed in the Kuppilan, Nachchiamman and Periyankulam recovered one misfired 81mm mortar round, one 60mm mortar round and a hand grenade in three different searches.
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SFs deployed in the Kuppilan, Nachchiamman and Periyankulam recovered one misfired 81mm mortar round, one 60mm mortar round and a hand grenade in three different searches.
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October - 11 
According to Hindustan Times, Pappu Bind, a criminal of Bihar linked to the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), was killed near the railway track in the Lahartara area under the Sigra police station in Varanasi. Police recovered a .32 bore domestic carbin
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According to Hindustan Times, Pappu Bind, a criminal of Bihar linked to the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), was killed near the railway track in the Lahartara area under the Sigra police station in Varanasi. Police recovered a .32 bore domestic carbine, a country-made pistol and empty and live cartridges from the encounter site. An accomplice of the killed Maoist, however, managed to escape. The killed extremist was carrying a reward of INR 2500 on his head.
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October - 11 
According to Mumbai Mirror, the Mumbai Police on October 11 submitted additional evidence to the Union Government on the involvement of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in the July 11, 2006-serial blasts. The evidence was submitted during
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According to Mumbai Mirror, the Mumbai Police on October 11 submitted additional evidence to the Union Government on the involvement of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in the July 11, 2006-serial blasts. The evidence was submitted during a meeting attended by Maharashtra Chief Secretary D. K. Shankaran, city Police Commissioner A. N. Roy and Anti-Terrorism Squad chief K .P. Raghuvanshi with Cabinet Secretary B. K. Chaturvedi and Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal.
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October - 11 
An unidentified terrorist was shot dead by security forces (SFs) in the Mendhar area of Poonch district on October 11, according to Daily Excelsior.
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An unidentified terrorist was shot dead by security forces (SFs) in the Mendhar area of Poonch district on October 11, according to Daily Excelsior.
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October - 11 
At least seven militants, including six United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres and one belonging to the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), were arrested from Imphal city on October 11, according to Imphal Free Press.
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At least seven militants, including six United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres and one belonging to the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), were arrested from Imphal city on October 11, according to Imphal Free Press.
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October - 11 
On October 11, police arrested Nirmal Oraon, an ‘area commander’ of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), near Jairagi village under Dumri police station in the Gumla district subsequent to an hour-long encounter, according to Times of India.
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On October 11, police arrested Nirmal Oraon, an ‘area commander’ of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), near Jairagi village under Dumri police station in the Gumla district subsequent to an hour-long encounter, according to Times of India. One revolver and some cartridges were recovered from Oraon's possession. Gumla district Superintendent of Police M. L. Mina said, “We consider the arrest of Oraon a great success because he was wanted in many cases, including one in which Naxals had attacked a CRPF camp at Dumri during assembly elections last year.” He also claimed that the arrested Maoist has confessed to his crimes.
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October - 11 
One Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was injured when unidentified militants exploded a bomb at Khwaira-kpan on October 11, reports Press Trust of India.
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One Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was injured when unidentified militants exploded a bomb at Khwaira-kpan on October 11, reports Press Trust of India.
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October - 11 October - 12
Police in Nagpur said on October 12 that seven Maoists were arrested in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra in two separate operations on October 11 and 12. According to The Hindu, the four Maoists arrested in Gondia included Dilip Tihlu Bhobhare, Avi
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Police in Nagpur said on October 12 that seven Maoists were arrested in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra in two separate operations on October 11 and 12. According to The Hindu, the four Maoists arrested in Gondia included Dilip Tihlu Bhobhare, Avinash Ganesh Darsu Halami, Kiran Manaku Poradi and Vikram Udharam Harami. Police sources said that Dilip, who worked for the Korchi and Deori dalam (squad), is a key accused in firing on police party in the district and was earlier arrested under TADA. In the second incident, three Maoists were arrested from the Gadchiroli districts. They included range committee members Naresh Ganu Pada, Bandu Gawade and Balaji Tanu Gawad.
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October - 11 
Separately, the ULFA has reportedly hired several young students in the Tinsukia district for carrying out subversive attacks. “This is a fact - the ULFA has of late been using hired students to trigger blasts,” said the District Magistrate Absar Haz
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Separately, the ULFA has reportedly hired several young students in the Tinsukia district for carrying out subversive attacks. “This is a fact - the ULFA has of late been using hired students to trigger blasts,” said the District Magistrate Absar Hazarika.
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October - 11 
The designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court, on October 11 convicted four more persons in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case. According to the Times of India, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had alleged
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The designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court, on October 11 convicted four more persons in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case. According to the Times of India, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had alleged the four persons were involved in the landing of arms and ammunition at Shekhadi, off the Raigad coast, in February 1993. Accused Suleiman Ghawate, Yusuf Khan alias Kayum and Rashid Alware were convicted of bringing in armaments. The fourth convict, Abdul Aziz Gharalkar, was found guilty of aiding and abetting terrorism but let off on the conspiracy charge.
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October - 11 
The Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) abducted the chairman of the Makui village, R. Luikammang, in the IT Road area of Churachandpur district and later released him after extracting INR 15,000 as ransom on October 11, reports Kanglaonline.
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The Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) abducted the chairman of the Makui village, R. Luikammang, in the IT Road area of Churachandpur district and later released him after extracting INR 15,000 as ransom on October 11, reports Kanglaonline.
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October - 11 
The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) triggered an improvised explosives device (IED) explosion blowing up a security convoy and injuring security force personnel at an unspecified place near Dasaijan village in the Tinsukia district on October
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The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) triggered an improvised explosives device (IED) explosion blowing up a security convoy and injuring security force personnel at an unspecified place near Dasaijan village in the Tinsukia district on October 11, according to Indo-Asian News Service.
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October - 11 
Police arrested 17 suspected Taliban operatives in two raids on buildings in the Pashtoonabad locality of Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, on October 11, according to Daily Times. Maulana Noor Mohammad, a Member of National Assembly and the c
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Police arrested 17 suspected Taliban operatives in two raids on buildings in the Pashtoonabad locality of Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, on October 11, according to Daily Times. Maulana Noor Mohammad, a Member of National Assembly and the chief of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam’s Quetta chapter, confirmed the arrests, but denied that the men had links with the Taliban.
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October - 11 
President Pervez Musharraf said on October 11 that security agencies had detained militants behind two foiled rocket attacks in the capital Islamabad last week and that he may have been the target, according to Reuters. Gen. Musharraf, who survived t
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President Pervez Musharraf said on October 11 that security agencies had detained militants behind two foiled rocket attacks in the capital Islamabad last week and that he may have been the target, according to Reuters. Gen. Musharraf, who survived two al Qaeda-linked assassination attempts in December 2003, said Islamist militants opposed to his support for the U.S.-led war on terrorism were responsible for the attempted rocket attacks. "We have unearthed the whole gang. They are again extremists," he said. However, he did not provide details on the arrests. Musharraf, who held a press conference in Islamabad, said: "I am not an easy target. I can't say for sure whether I was the target. Maybe I was." On October 5, police recovered two Russian-made rockets attached to mobile phones across the road from Pakistan's parliament and presidency. And on October 7, two rockets were found on a hill near the military intelligence headquarters.
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October - 11 
Extremists belonging to the Janajuddha faction of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) on October 11 abducted and subsequently killed three activists of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in the Mirpur sub-district of Kushtia district. Daily Star
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Extremists belonging to the Janajuddha faction of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) on October 11 abducted and subsequently killed three activists of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in the Mirpur sub-district of Kushtia district. Daily Star reports that the PBCP-Janajuddha sources while claiming responsibility for the killings said that they will continue the killings to avenge the murder of PBCP cadres in the name of fake encounters.
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October - 11 
A bullet indiscriminately fired by LTTE cadres towards an Army point in the Sittandy area of Batticaloa district killed a schoolteacher, Kadiragamar Podisivagnanam, in a nearby school while he was teaching his class.
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A bullet indiscriminately fired by LTTE cadres towards an Army point in the Sittandy area of Batticaloa district killed a schoolteacher, Kadiragamar Podisivagnanam, in a nearby school while he was teaching his class.
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October - 11 
A day earlier, troops recovered the dead body of a civilian, identified as Balasubramanium Sudaharan, abducted earlier by LTTE cadres from the Valaichchenai area of the Colombo district.
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A day earlier, troops recovered the dead body of a civilian, identified as Balasubramanium Sudaharan, abducted earlier by LTTE cadres from the Valaichchenai area of the Colombo district.
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October - 11 
Chief Government negotiator, Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva, stated on October 11 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has no right to lay claim to any part of Sri Lankan soil, which is sovereign territory under the Sri Lanka Government
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Chief Government negotiator, Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva, stated on October 11 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has no right to lay claim to any part of Sri Lankan soil, which is sovereign territory under the Sri Lanka Government. He asserted this position with Norwegian Ambassador, Hans Brattskar, who conveyed the LTTE stand that it was ready for unconditional talks though should Government forces capture any territory occupied by the LTTE, the latter would withdraw from the peace process. The minister reiterated, "The Government would not pursue military action against the LTTE under any circumstances again. However if the LTTE attacks our troops or civilians, the Government reserves the right to retaliate or take any action deemed necessary. The Government position is clear. It has categorically stated that even though there will be some sort of conflict or some sort of offensive operations which may occur, it would not withdraw from the peace process or from talks. We are interested in solving this problem through the negotiations process."
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October - 11 
Elsewhere, troops after observing a large gathering of LTTE cadres who were poised to attack the Kiran Army camp, pounded artillery and mortars successfully on their movements causing death to two of their carders and injuring three others.
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Elsewhere, troops after observing a large gathering of LTTE cadres who were poised to attack the Kiran Army camp, pounded artillery and mortars successfully on their movements causing death to two of their carders and injuring three others.
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October - 11 
Government confirmed to Norway, official facilitator of the peace talks, that it is agreeable to meeting the LTTE for talks on October 28 and 29. The Secretary General of the Secretariat for Coordinating the Peace Process, Palitha Kohona, at a meetin
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Government confirmed to Norway, official facilitator of the peace talks, that it is agreeable to meeting the LTTE for talks on October 28 and 29. The Secretary General of the Secretariat for Coordinating the Peace Process, Palitha Kohona, at a meeting with the Norwegian ambassador, said the exact location of the talks in Switzerland would be determined later. Commenting on the LTTE demand that Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) monitors to be present in Elephant Pass and its suburbs to monitor the military attacks, he said, “The Government was not in a position to ensure the safety of SLMM monitors in the Muhamalai area consistent with its legal obligations due to sporadic shelling and shootings in the FDL and other areas by the LTTE.”
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October - 11 
LTTE spokesperson, Irasiah Ilanthirayan, told media that the outfit had repulsed the SLA attack at its FDL positions in Kilali and Muhamalai, leaving around 75 dead bodies of SLA personnel inside the outfit territory in Kilali. A soldier was captured
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LTTE spokesperson, Irasiah Ilanthirayan, told media that the outfit had repulsed the SLA attack at its FDL positions in Kilali and Muhamalai, leaving around 75 dead bodies of SLA personnel inside the outfit territory in Kilali. A soldier was captured alive by the outfit, he said, adding, three Army tanks were damaged and one destroyed.
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October - 11 
Troops recovered one T-56 weapon along with three magazines, three hand grenades and 88 small arms ammunition from a courtyard of an abandoned house at Bandarikulam in the Vavuniya district on October 11.
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Troops recovered one T-56 weapon along with three magazines, three hand grenades and 88 small arms ammunition from a courtyard of an abandoned house at Bandarikulam in the Vavuniya district on October 11.
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October - 11 
Troops recovered the dead body of a LTTE cadre left behind by fleeing outfit cadres after they failed to attack a sentry point in the Sittandy area along with two pouches, three hand grenades, four T-56 magazines, 120 rounds of small arms ammunition
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Troops recovered the dead body of a LTTE cadre left behind by fleeing outfit cadres after they failed to attack a sentry point in the Sittandy area along with two pouches, three hand grenades, four T-56 magazines, 120 rounds of small arms ammunition and a broken cyanide capsule on October 11.
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October - 11 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Emiliampillai Thevarajah, at Thumpalai road in the Pt. Pedro area of Jaffna district, according to Tamil Net.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Emiliampillai Thevarajah, at Thumpalai road in the Pt. Pedro area of Jaffna district, according to Tamil Net.
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October - 12 
According to Hindustan Times, army personnel recovered a huge cache of ammunition and anti-personnel mines from a house in Kolkata, capital of West Bengal, on October 12. An army spokesperson said that 691 pieces of 9 mm ball ammunition, 340 pieces o
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According to Hindustan Times, army personnel recovered a huge cache of ammunition and anti-personnel mines from a house in Kolkata, capital of West Bengal, on October 12. An army spokesperson said that 691 pieces of 9 mm ball ammunition, 340 pieces of 7.62 ball ammunition, 58 pieces of .303 ammunition and three pieces of 5.56 INSAS ammunition, besides 553 mines were seized from Shyamsundar Palli in the Behala locality. Three persons, including one army personnel, were arrested in connection with the recovery.
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October - 12 
According to IANS, on October 12, four suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including an ‘area commander’ identified as Sahu, were arrested from an unspecified village under Nasriganj block in the Rohtas district. Som
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According to IANS, on October 12, four suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including an ‘area commander’ identified as Sahu, were arrested from an unspecified village under Nasriganj block in the Rohtas district. Some Maoist literature and documents were seized from them. Police sources said the arrested cadres were wanted in Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand apart from Bihar for their involvement in several crimes.
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October - 12 
According to Pioneer, the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has launched an Islamist outfit, 'Muslim Mukti Morcha'. In recent meetings, which reportedly were attended by Maoists and agents of the Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI
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According to Pioneer, the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has launched an Islamist outfit, 'Muslim Mukti Morcha'. In recent meetings, which reportedly were attended by Maoists and agents of the Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), a blueprint has been prepared to divert terrorist activity in India through Nepal. Regular training camps of the new outfit have been organized in the Terai areas of Nepal.
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October - 12 
According to The Hindu, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) abducted and subsequently killed a contractor and a sarpanch (head of the village council) of Anantaram in the Manguru sub-division of Khammam district on October 12.
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According to The Hindu, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) abducted and subsequently killed a contractor and a sarpanch (head of the village council) of Anantaram in the Manguru sub-division of Khammam district on October 12. The Maoists had branded both as police informers.
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October - 12 
An improvised explosive device (IED) was recovered and later defused by security force (SF) personnel at Ningthem Karong under Singjamei police station in the Imphal West district on October 12-morning, according to Sangai Express.
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An improvised explosive device (IED) was recovered and later defused by security force (SF) personnel at Ningthem Karong under Singjamei police station in the Imphal West district on October 12-morning, according to Sangai Express.
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October - 12 
Director General of Assam Rifles, Lt. Gen. Paramjit Sigh, while expressing Myanmar’s willingness to take action against the outfits operating from its soil, said, "We had a meeting on Indo-Myanmar border problem in New Delhi recently. Various issues
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Director General of Assam Rifles, Lt. Gen. Paramjit Sigh, while expressing Myanmar’s willingness to take action against the outfits operating from its soil, said, "We had a meeting on Indo-Myanmar border problem in New Delhi recently. Various issues concerning both the countries including insurgency were raised at the meeting. We were assured that Myanmar was ready to take action against the Indian insurgent groups…We were told that Myanmar is taking its own course to counter the militant elements."
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October - 12 
Elsewhere in the State, Police recovered a consignment of explosives, including eight kilograms of RDX and three grenades, from village Nud in Jammu.
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Elsewhere in the State, Police recovered a consignment of explosives, including eight kilograms of RDX and three grenades, from village Nud in Jammu.
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October - 12 
Further, suspected terrorist shot at and wounded a Communist Party of India-Marxist activist, Ghulam Rasool Rather, at village Frisal in the Anantnag district.
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Further, suspected terrorist shot at and wounded a Communist Party of India-Marxist activist, Ghulam Rasool Rather, at village Frisal in the Anantnag district.
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October - 12 
In another incident, one soldier sustained injuries when terrorists attacked a patrol party of the Rashtriya Rifles at Bandipora in the Baramulla district.
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In another incident, one soldier sustained injuries when terrorists attacked a patrol party of the Rashtriya Rifles at Bandipora in the Baramulla district.
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October - 12 
Meanwhile, even as Police managed to rescue approximately 2,000 people, including about 1,500 students of a private school, at least two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) are reportedly holed up in a major operation in the Shopian town of Pulwa
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Meanwhile, even as Police managed to rescue approximately 2,000 people, including about 1,500 students of a private school, at least two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) are reportedly holed up in a major operation in the Shopian town of Pulwama district.
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October - 12 
On October 12, the designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court held four persons, including two associates of accused Ejaz Pathan and two others from Raigad district, guilty of helping prime conspirator Tiger Memon in
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On October 12, the designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court held four persons, including two associates of accused Ejaz Pathan and two others from Raigad district, guilty of helping prime conspirator Tiger Memon in smuggling arms and explosives that were used in the 1993 serial bomb blasts in Mumbai. Shaikh Ethesham and Shahnawaz Khan were convicted under Section 120-b (conspiracy) of IPC and Section 3(3) (aiding and abetting terror acts) of the TADA Act. Raigad residents Sharif Khan Abbas Adikari and Sujjad Alam alias Iqbal Abdul Hakam Nasir were found guilty of taking part in the landing of arms and explosives at Shekhadi. Sharif Khan was absolved of TADA charges and found guilty only under Section 111 of the Customs Act as Judge Kode said he had no knowledge that the consignment contained arms and RDX. Sujjad was found guilty under Section 3(3) of the TADA Act for organising the landing of arms and explosives, but he was acquitted of the charge of conspiracy. However, Judge P. D. Kode acquitted Ashfaq Kasim Havaldar who was charged with driving a truck laden with arms and RDX from the Shekhadi coast to the Microwave Tower at Wangani for reloading them in trucks and tempos to be distributed to the other accused.
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October - 12 
One National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, Pvt. Ramthing, was killed by militants belonging to the rival Khaplang faction in an internecine clash at Zeliangrong region in the Tamenglong district on October 12, reports Pr
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One National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, Pvt. Ramthing, was killed by militants belonging to the rival Khaplang faction in an internecine clash at Zeliangrong region in the Tamenglong district on October 12, reports Press Trust of India. The victim was reportedly dragged out from his residence and subsequently shot dead.
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October - 12 
One unidentified terrorist was killed by the security forces during an encounter in the Chowkibal area of Kupwara district, Daily Excelsior reported.
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One unidentified terrorist was killed by the security forces during an encounter in the Chowkibal area of Kupwara district, Daily Excelsior reported.
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October - 12 
Security forces also recovered 12 detonators, two AK rounds, 3.5 kg of RDX and some cortex wire from Lalu Khatir forest in the Rajouri district.
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Security forces also recovered 12 detonators, two AK rounds, 3.5 kg of RDX and some cortex wire from Lalu Khatir forest in the Rajouri district.
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October - 12 
Suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoists) killed the head of an unspecified village in the Malkangiri district on October 13. The Hindu quoting police sources said that armed Maoists and their supporters went to the reside
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Suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoists) killed the head of an unspecified village in the Malkangiri district on October 13. The Hindu quoting police sources said that armed Maoists and their supporters went to the residence of Kartika Roy whom they suspected to be a police informer on October 12 night and took him to the forest where he was killed. Maoists also took away INR 50,000 in cash and bicycles from his house.
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October - 12 
The National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction opened fire on security force (SF) personnel who retaliated resulting in the escape of the militants from Kantiyapara under Champahowar police stat
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The National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction opened fire on security force (SF) personnel who retaliated resulting in the escape of the militants from Kantiyapara under Champahowar police station in the Khowai subdivision of West Tripura district on October 12, reports Telegraph. A fully loaded magazine of AK series rifle, bags, medicines and subscription of the banned outfit were reportedly recovered from the encounter site.
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October - 12 
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is reported to have submitted to Myanmar’s Government a list of 15 militant camps run on its soil by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Khaplang (NSCN-K), and ot
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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is reported to have submitted to Myanmar’s Government a list of 15 militant camps run on its soil by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Khaplang (NSCN-K), and other Manipur-based outfits, reports Sentinel quoting unofficial sources.
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October - 12 
Union Government is reported to have asked the Manipur Government to decide about the withdrawal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, from the State. “The law may not be actually reviewed, but if the Manipur government feels it can handle
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Union Government is reported to have asked the Manipur Government to decide about the withdrawal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, from the State. “The law may not be actually reviewed, but if the Manipur government feels it can handle the situation and asks for its withdrawal, then that may be done,” said a Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) source.
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October - 12 
An Afghan fruit vendor, identified as Roohullah, was injured in a bomb explosion in the Haji Camp area of Peshawar on October 12-evening, according to Statesman. A low intensity bomb exploded around 30 minute prior to the Iftari (breaking of the Rama
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An Afghan fruit vendor, identified as Roohullah, was injured in a bomb explosion in the Haji Camp area of Peshawar on October 12-evening, according to Statesman. A low intensity bomb exploded around 30 minute prior to the Iftari (breaking of the Ramadan fast), injuring the Afghan in front of the Daewoo Bus Stop, GT Road. The blast is third of its kind in a row during the holy month of Ramadan and fourth of its kind in the metropolis in the past two months.
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October - 12 
Security agencies have arrested eight people allegedly involved in the Ayub Park blast and for planting anti-tank rockets at different locations in Islamabad last week, according to Daily Times. Interior Minister Aftab Ahmed Khan Sherpao told reporte
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Security agencies have arrested eight people allegedly involved in the Ayub Park blast and for planting anti-tank rockets at different locations in Islamabad last week, according to Daily Times. Interior Minister Aftab Ahmed Khan Sherpao told reporters in Islamabad on October 13 that the eight people had been arrested from different areas, including the federal capital. He said a mobile phone connected to one of the recovered rockets had lead to the arrests. He, however, did not identify those arrested and added that preliminary investigations had revealed that the arrested people had links with the al Qaeda and Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) and had visited Afghanistan many times. The minister said police had also seized a huge cache of ammunition from various locations and added that the Russian 107mm anti-tank rockets found in Islamabad had been used by the Taliban against the International Security Assistant Force in the past.
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October - 12 
Two bomb blasts in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, on October 12 damaged Government building windows, but caused no casualties, according to AFP. The first blast damaged the boundary wall of a water pumping station in the Kharotabad area, wh
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Two bomb blasts in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, on October 12 damaged Government building windows, but caused no casualties, according to AFP. The first blast damaged the boundary wall of a water pumping station in the Kharotabad area, while the second blast near the civil secretariat damaged office windows. Another bomb exploded in the remote town of Naushki near a tile factory, but there were no casualties, a local police official said.
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October - 12 
Maoist chairman Prachanda has reportedly said that the October 12-summit talks were 'qualitatively quite significant' compared to the talks on October 10 and 8. Talking to Kantipur Television, Prachanda said the ongoing homework with the Government o
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Maoist chairman Prachanda has reportedly said that the October 12-summit talks were 'qualitatively quite significant' compared to the talks on October 10 and 8. Talking to Kantipur Television, Prachanda said the ongoing homework with the Government on all key issues has been quite positive. "There have been positive discussions on all issues including status of monarchy, arms management, constituent assembly and interim arrangement. The two days of interactions would lead us to concrete conclusions on Sunday (October 15)," Prachanda said. He also opined that since “not only Nepalese but peace and justice-loving people all over the world were watching them with high interest, they must give a new message to the world.”
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October - 12 
Meanwhile, Kantipur has reported that the Maoist insurgents have recently opened their contact office after breaking padlocks at a Government office at Mulghat in the Dhankuta district and ordered the District Development Committee to immediately sto
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Meanwhile, Kantipur has reported that the Maoist insurgents have recently opened their contact office after breaking padlocks at a Government office at Mulghat in the Dhankuta district and ordered the District Development Committee to immediately stop collecting all export taxes. The Maoists opened the liaison office of their Chhintang Shukhani Memorial Brigade after capturing eight buildings of the Road Divisional Office at Mulghat, which had remained closed after insurgents bombed the office some three years ago.
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October - 12 
According to reports, fighting erupted between SFs and the LTTE in the Ampara district.
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According to reports, fighting erupted between SFs and the LTTE in the Ampara district.
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October - 12 
According to reports, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) stated on October 12 that it would inform Norway on October 19 of its stand on the peace talks scheduled to be held on October 28-29 following the fierce battle at Muhamalai in Jaffna
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According to reports, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) stated on October 12 that it would inform Norway on October 19 of its stand on the peace talks scheduled to be held on October 28-29 following the fierce battle at Muhamalai in Jaffna district. The outfit’s military wing spokesperson, I. Illentheriyan stated, “We will be meeting Mr. Bauer on October 19. At that meeting we will tell him where we stand with regard to the peace talks after Wednesday’s failed offensive.”
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October - 12 
Four persons were killed in separate incidents, according to Tamil Net. Unidentified assailants shot dead two civilians in the Kanthapuram area of Vavuniya district on October 12.
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Four persons were killed in separate incidents, according to Tamil Net. Unidentified assailants shot dead two civilians in the Kanthapuram area of Vavuniya district on October 12.
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October - 12 
Government Media Minister, Anura Priyadharshana Yapa, reiterated that the Government remained committed to the success of the upcoming talks, adding, so far there was no indication of a change in the composition of the Government team with Minister N
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Government Media Minister, Anura Priyadharshana Yapa, reiterated that the Government remained committed to the success of the upcoming talks, adding, so far there was no indication of a change in the composition of the Government team with Minister Nimal Siripal de Silva heading the delegation.
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October - 12 
Meanwhile, the ruling Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), led by President Mahinda Rajapakse, and opposition United National Party (UNP) under the leadership of the former Prime Minister, Ranil Wickremesinghe, agreed to pursue a national consensus on all
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Meanwhile, the ruling Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), led by President Mahinda Rajapakse, and opposition United National Party (UNP) under the leadership of the former Prime Minister, Ranil Wickremesinghe, agreed to pursue a national consensus on all issues, including federal solution to the ethnic issue. The UNP leader said, "We are committed to pursuit of peace while safeguarding the territorial integrity of the country. Our message is peace is imperative. The President assured us peace talks will resume late this month and we will give our fullest backing in the effort."
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October - 12 
On the same day, two Police constables on duty in the Kattaiparichchan area of Trincomalee district sustained injuries in a LTTE grenade attack.
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On the same day, two Police constables on duty in the Kattaiparichchan area of Trincomalee district sustained injuries in a LTTE grenade attack.
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October - 12 
Separately, on October 12, security forces (SFs) killed two LTTE cadres at an Army roadblock in the Thikkam area of Jaffna district and recovered one T-56 weapon, three magazines with live rounds, one pistol and a magazine along with three hand grena
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Separately, on October 12, security forces (SFs) killed two LTTE cadres at an Army roadblock in the Thikkam area of Jaffna district and recovered one T-56 weapon, three magazines with live rounds, one pistol and a magazine along with three hand grenades from the possession of the slain cadres.
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October - 12 
Similarly, on October 12, another dead body of a civilian was recovered by Air Force troops from Champa Lane in Trincomalee town.
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Similarly, on October 12, another dead body of a civilian was recovered by Air Force troops from Champa Lane in Trincomalee town.
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October - 12 
The United States (U.S.) expressed concern over the ongoing violence in Sri Lanka, saying it is putting the Sri Lankan Government's and LTTE's agreement to resume peace negotiations at risk. U.S. State Department spokesperson, Sean McCormack, said in
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The United States (U.S.) expressed concern over the ongoing violence in Sri Lanka, saying it is putting the Sri Lankan Government's and LTTE's agreement to resume peace negotiations at risk. U.S. State Department spokesperson, Sean McCormack, said in a statement, “The United States welcomes the agreement between the Sri Lankan Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam to return to talks October 28-29 in Geneva, but is deeply concerned that ongoing violence in Sri Lanka is putting the agreement at risk. We call on both sides to cease hostilities immediately and foster an environment that is conducive to holding productive discussions in Geneva.”
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October - 12 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, M.S.M. Saleem, in the Maradana area of Colombo district on October 12, reports Tamil Net.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, M.S.M. Saleem, in the Maradana area of Colombo district on October 12, reports Tamil Net.
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October - 13 
According to The Hindu, a metropolitan magistrate court in Mumbai on October 13 discharged three suspects of the July 11 Mumbai blasts case following an application moved by the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS). The ATS had submitted that its investigation
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According to The Hindu, a metropolitan magistrate court in Mumbai on October 13 discharged three suspects of the July 11 Mumbai blasts case following an application moved by the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS). The ATS had submitted that its investigations showed that there was no evidence against the trio, Mumtaz Choudhary, Khalid Ahmed and Akhmal Hashmi, who were arrested soon after the terrorist attack. While Mumtaz was arrested from Navi Mumbai, Khalid and Akmal were arrested from Madhubani in the State of Bihar and Srinagar, capital of jammu and Kashmir, respectively. The court, however, extended the police custody of six others till October 26. They include Naved Hussain, Mohammed Majid Ahmed Shaikh, Sheikh Mohammed Ali Alam, Mohammed Shajid Markhat Ansari, Abdul Wahid and Asif Khan Bashir Khan alias Junaid. All were booked under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA).
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October - 13 
Elsewhere in the State, an encounter was reportedly progressing between troops and infiltrators near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Gurez sector. There were no reports of any casualty from either side so far.
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Elsewhere in the State, an encounter was reportedly progressing between troops and infiltrators near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Gurez sector. There were no reports of any casualty from either side so far.
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October - 13 
Further, two United National Liberation Front (UNLF) leaders, Jayanta Kumar Singh alias M. Milan Singh and Phanjoubam Ghanshyam Singh alias R.K. Romeo Singh, who were arrested from the Indira Gandhi international airport in New Delhi on their way to
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Further, two United National Liberation Front (UNLF) leaders, Jayanta Kumar Singh alias M. Milan Singh and Phanjoubam Ghanshyam Singh alias R.K. Romeo Singh, who were arrested from the Indira Gandhi international airport in New Delhi on their way to Kathmandu on October 2, confessed during interrogation that their outfit is in the process of coordinating with the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) and People’s Liberation Army (PLA) to unite all the Meitei outfits, reports Telegraph.
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October - 13 
Meanwhile, two civilians, including a woman, were wounded when an Army convoy was attacked by terrorists at Kahanspora village in the Baramulla district.
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Meanwhile, two civilians, including a woman, were wounded when an Army convoy was attacked by terrorists at Kahanspora village in the Baramulla district.
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October - 13 
Separately, the Kangleipak Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) threatened a senior Manipur School Education Department official, S. Gita Devi, with ‘capital punishment’ in case of her failure to take voluntary retirement from service within 10 days, for her alleg
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Separately, the Kangleipak Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) threatened a senior Manipur School Education Department official, S. Gita Devi, with ‘capital punishment’ in case of her failure to take voluntary retirement from service within 10 days, for her alleged involvement in misuse of funds meant for the midday meal scheme.
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October - 13 
The Press Trust of India has reported that besides using its cadres for triggering bomb and grenade blasts in Assam, the outlawed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) is now "enticing" school and college students to detonate explosives by bribing t
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The Press Trust of India has reported that besides using its cadres for triggering bomb and grenade blasts in Assam, the outlawed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) is now "enticing" school and college students to detonate explosives by bribing them with money and consumer goods. Tinsukia district Deputy Commissioner Absar Hazarika said on October 13 that students in his district were "bribed with money, cars, motor-cycles and cell phones to explode bombs and grenades in public places." Interrogation of Jolen Moran, who had carried out a recent grenade attack in the oil town of Digboi in the district, injuring a shopkeeper, revealed that he was a class 12 student at the Tinsukia Somar Bidyapith, Hazarika said. The ULFA was paying for Moran's education and his rent in return for his services, he said. The arrest of three other ULFA cadres also revealed that the youths, who were between 18-25 years old, were studying in college, Hazarika added.
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October - 13 
Two cadres of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), Azad Ahmad of Shopian and Shakeel Bhai alias Abass of Gujranwala in Pakistan, and a security force (SF) personnel were killed and a SF personnel wounded in a 24-hour-long gunfight at Allayalpora village i
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Two cadres of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), Azad Ahmad of Shopian and Shakeel Bhai alias Abass of Gujranwala in Pakistan, and a security force (SF) personnel were killed and a SF personnel wounded in a 24-hour-long gunfight at Allayalpora village in the Shopian area of Pulwama district, according to Daily Excelsior. Two AK rifles, 17 rounds, three hand grenades and a radio set were seized from the slain terrorists.
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October - 13 
Two Kuki youths were shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Langol Games village under Lamphel police station in the Imphal West District on October 13-evening, according to Sangai Express. A letter written in Kuki dialect addressed to one person, Ngul
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Two Kuki youths were shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Langol Games village under Lamphel police station in the Imphal West District on October 13-evening, according to Sangai Express. A letter written in Kuki dialect addressed to one person, Ngulte, by another, Mongpu, to 'come within Sunday or face dire consequences' was reportedly recovered from the possession of one of the two victims.
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October - 13 
Government Defence Affairs spokesperson, Keheliya Rambukwella, stated that the security forces are fully dedicated to eradicate terrorism despite wild rumours spread by politically bankrupt elements that the Forces are demoralised following the Muham
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Government Defence Affairs spokesperson, Keheliya Rambukwella, stated that the security forces are fully dedicated to eradicate terrorism despite wild rumours spread by politically bankrupt elements that the Forces are demoralised following the Muhamalai incident and pointed out that Government had not wavered from its stance and is ready to go for peace talks slated for October 28 and 29 in Geneva. "From day one the Government reserved the right to face any kind of LTTE attack in defence of national security while making clear its commitment for peace talks and we did what we have said."
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October - 13 
Meanwhile, in the annual Human Rights Report issued by the British Government, the Government of Sri Lanka and LTTE were blamed for carrying out violations of basic human rights in Sri Lanka.
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Meanwhile, in the annual Human Rights Report issued by the British Government, the Government of Sri Lanka and LTTE were blamed for carrying out violations of basic human rights in Sri Lanka.
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October - 13 
Meanwhile, the outfit’s military spokesperson, Rasiah Ilanthirayan, told BBC that the outfit would be handing over four more bodies to the Red Cross, adding, “We will cremate the forty bodies decomposing in the frontline areas after establishing thei
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Meanwhile, the outfit’s military spokesperson, Rasiah Ilanthirayan, told BBC that the outfit would be handing over four more bodies to the Red Cross, adding, “We will cremate the forty bodies decomposing in the frontline areas after establishing their identities”. However, denying LTTE claims, the Government military spokesperson, Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe, said, “We had fifty five bodies and another seventy eight were missing. We received seventy-four yesterday. So, we are only short of four. Those forty bodies must belong to the terrorists.” He also confirmed that the fighting is still going on, adding, “The Tigers are still firing mortars and shells. The terrorists are putting all their power in to this fight. This may be their last battle!”
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October - 13 
On October 13, a civilian, identified as Murugesu Nagasury, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at Nachchimar Kovilady along the Jaffna ¬ Kankesanthurai road.
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On October 13, a civilian, identified as Murugesu Nagasury, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at Nachchimar Kovilady along the Jaffna ¬ Kankesanthurai road.
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October - 13 
On the same day, unidentified assailants shot dead a home guard at Aariampathy in the Batticaloa district.
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On the same day, unidentified assailants shot dead a home guard at Aariampathy in the Batticaloa district.
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October - 13 
One soldier was killed and three others sustained injuries in LTTE fire towards troops at Omanthai in the Vavuniya district on October 13.
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One soldier was killed and three others sustained injuries in LTTE fire towards troops at Omanthai in the Vavuniya district on October 13.
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October - 13 
SFs recovered two 81mm mortar rounds and four hand grenades from the Thannankilappu area of Jaffna district.
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SFs recovered two 81mm mortar rounds and four hand grenades from the Thannankilappu area of Jaffna district.
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October - 13 
Tamil Net alleged that Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Kfir bombers dropped 48 bombs in six sorties on Muttayankattu village in the Mullaithivu district, in one of the biggest bombing raids in the heart of Vanni on October 13 between 7:00 and 9:00 a.m. Ho
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Tamil Net alleged that Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Kfir bombers dropped 48 bombs in six sorties on Muttayankattu village in the Mullaithivu district, in one of the biggest bombing raids in the heart of Vanni on October 13 between 7:00 and 9:00 a.m. However, no casualties were reported in both these incidents till last reports came in.
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October - 13 
The Criminal Investigations Division is probing the LTTE frontal organization, Tamil Rehabilitation Organization’s (TRO), overseas financial dealings with assistance of the Interpol, according to Daily news. They suspect the TRO has close links with
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The Criminal Investigations Division is probing the LTTE frontal organization, Tamil Rehabilitation Organization’s (TRO), overseas financial dealings with assistance of the Interpol, according to Daily news. They suspect the TRO has close links with the LTTE and it has diverted funds to purchase weaponry to assist terrorist crimes.
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October - 13 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief, Vellupillai Prabhakaran, refused to meet the Japanese special peace envoy, Yasushi Akashi, who is scheduled to hold talks with the outfit on October 18, according to Daily Mirror. In a letter sent to
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief, Vellupillai Prabhakaran, refused to meet the Japanese special peace envoy, Yasushi Akashi, who is scheduled to hold talks with the outfit on October 18, according to Daily Mirror. In a letter sent to the Japanese embassy in Colombo on October 13, the LTTE said that the outfit’s political wing leader, S.P. Tamilselvan, and not Prabhakaran would be meeting Akashi on October 18. An embassy official said, “We had requested a meeting with the leader but did not mention Prabhakaran’s name. The LTTE sent us a letter yesterday saying Mr. Prabhakaran would not be able to meet Mr. Akashi owing to security concerns and instead Mr. Thamilselvan would meet him.”
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October - 13 
The Sri Lankan Army (SLA) confirmed on October 13 that it lost 129 soldiers in fighting with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Jaffna peninsula on October 11. It also confirmed that the outfit buried 196 of its cadres in the uncleared ar
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The Sri Lankan Army (SLA) confirmed on October 13 that it lost 129 soldiers in fighting with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Jaffna peninsula on October 11. It also confirmed that the outfit buried 196 of its cadres in the uncleared areas (area not under Government control) of Sunokkai, Kilinochchi, Mannar, Omanthai and Mullaithivu. 283 soldiers and 312 LTTE cadres were inured in the confrontation. The SLA also informed that the outfit handed over 74 dead bodies of the soldiers to the Red Cross.
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October - 14 
A cadre of the Pakistan-based outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) was arrested by the Special Cell of the Delhi Police on October 14, according to The Hindu. The police said the accused, identified as Pervez Ahmed Radoo, was a carrier of arms, explosives a
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A cadre of the Pakistan-based outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) was arrested by the Special Cell of the Delhi Police on October 14, according to The Hindu. The police said the accused, identified as Pervez Ahmed Radoo, was a carrier of arms, explosives and communication equipment for JeM cadres in various parts of the country, including Delhi. They recovered three kg of RDX, a detonator, a timer and INR 10 lakh in cash from him. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) Alok Kumar said Pervez, a resident of Sopore in Jammu and Kashmir, was arrested near Azadpur market on October 14. The police said JeM chief in Srinagar, identified as Shergill, had entrusted Pervez with triggering explosions in the Capital.
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October - 14 
According to Daily Excelsior, security forces (SFs) killed two cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) after a raid on their hideout at Senzan on the Pulwama-Panjgam Road in Pulwama district on October 14.
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According to Daily Excelsior, security forces (SFs) killed two cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) after a raid on their hideout at Senzan on the Pulwama-Panjgam Road in Pulwama district on October 14.
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October - 14 
An unidentified woman activist of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was killed and a police constable injured in an exchange of fire in the Mangi forest area of Adilabad district on October 14, according to The Hindu. According to Supe
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An unidentified woman activist of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was killed and a police constable injured in an exchange of fire in the Mangi forest area of Adilabad district on October 14, according to The Hindu. According to Superintendent of Police, Kripanand Tripathi Ujela, one 303 rifle, a DBBL gun and six bags were recovered from the incident site. He said the police launched the operation after they came to know of a meeting of Maoists in the forests of Mangi area.
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October - 14 
Elsewhere in the State, terrorists reportedly snatched four rifles from four Village Defence Committee members at village Tandar in the Doda district.
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Elsewhere in the State, terrorists reportedly snatched four rifles from four Village Defence Committee members at village Tandar in the Doda district.
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October - 14 
Further, NSCN-K militants shot dead a self-styled ‘captain’ of the NSCN-IM, Tangkul, and his wife, Tara, at Naginimora in the Mon district on October 14-night, according to Sentinel.
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Further, NSCN-K militants shot dead a self-styled ‘captain’ of the NSCN-IM, Tangkul, and his wife, Tara, at Naginimora in the Mon district on October 14-night, according to Sentinel.
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October - 14 
Manipur Chief Minister Ibobi Singh said that the AFSPA was required in the insurgency-affected States like Manipur and other northeastern States as well as in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Manipur Chief Minister Ibobi Singh said that the AFSPA was required in the insurgency-affected States like Manipur and other northeastern States as well as in Jammu and Kashmir.
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October - 14 
Meanwhile, official sources said that the overnight search operation in the Ismarg-Bagtoor area of Gurez sector in Baramulla district, culminated in a gun-battle in which two unidentified terrorists were killed by the SFs.
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Meanwhile, official sources said that the overnight search operation in the Ismarg-Bagtoor area of Gurez sector in Baramulla district, culminated in a gun-battle in which two unidentified terrorists were killed by the SFs.
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October - 14 
Police in the Doda district rescued two Village Defence Committee members, who had been abducted by terrorists along with two others from village Tandu Garethar on October 14.
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Police in the Doda district rescued two Village Defence Committee members, who had been abducted by terrorists along with two others from village Tandu Garethar on October 14.
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October - 14 
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is reported to have ruled out early action on the demand to repeal the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) saying in a press briefing, on October 14, that a decision on this would depend on the security situation in
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Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is reported to have ruled out early action on the demand to repeal the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) saying in a press briefing, on October 14, that a decision on this would depend on the security situation in the Northeast and Jammu and Kashmir, according to Assam Tribune.
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October - 14 
Separately, terrorists triggered an improvised explosive device explosion at Azad Gunj in Baramulla town, without causing any damage.
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Separately, terrorists triggered an improvised explosive device explosion at Azad Gunj in Baramulla town, without causing any damage.
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October - 14 
Separately, the ULFA killed a trader’s son, Ghanashyam Maheswari, at Machkhowa in the Dhemaji district on October 14 for his refusal to pay ransom to the outfit, reports Assam Tribune.
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Separately, the ULFA killed a trader’s son, Ghanashyam Maheswari, at Machkhowa in the Dhemaji district on October 14 for his refusal to pay ransom to the outfit, reports Assam Tribune.
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October - 14 
Three civilians and two soldiers were reportedly wounded when terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the SFs at Nadihal in the Baramulla district.
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Three civilians and two soldiers were reportedly wounded when terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the SFs at Nadihal in the Baramulla district.
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October - 14 
Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and a woman were wounded in an ambush by unidentified militants at Chairal Thong along Imphal-Ukhrul road in the Imphal East district on October 14, reports Pres Trust of India. The militants exploded
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Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and a woman were wounded in an ambush by unidentified militants at Chairal Thong along Imphal-Ukhrul road in the Imphal East district on October 14, reports Pres Trust of India. The militants exploded a bomb and opened fire targeting a security convoy.
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October - 14 
Two members of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) wanted in several criminal cases were reportedly arrested on October 14 from the Town police station area of Bihar's Jehanabad district. Official sources said while Devendra Singh, wante
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Two members of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) wanted in several criminal cases were reportedly arrested on October 14 from the Town police station area of Bihar's Jehanabad district. Official sources said while Devendra Singh, wanted in several cases of dacoity, murder and loot, was arrested from Shevnan village, Mohit Yadav was arrested from Guharipar village.
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October - 14 
According to Nepal News, the Nepal Janatantrik Party has said that it will launch an armed struggle in support of the King from the far west. A letter issued by the party, which reportedly has its headquarters in Kailali’s Dhangadhi, to journalists s
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According to Nepal News, the Nepal Janatantrik Party has said that it will launch an armed struggle in support of the King from the far west. A letter issued by the party, which reportedly has its headquarters in Kailali’s Dhangadhi, to journalists stated that a ‘sabotage programme’ will be launched from mid-December to mid-February in support of the King. “An armed struggle has been declared from the far west to show disagreement with the current political activities, in the context that all others except the seven political parties and Maoists are being treated badly,” the letter said. It also said that the Nepal Janatantrik Party was formed on May 24, 2006. The letter read that Rana Bahadur Chand ‘Samrat’, Shailendra Dhami ‘Jeevan’, Tapendra Bhatta ‘Smriti’, Janak Bhandari ‘Basant’ are the central president, vice-president, general secretary and secretary of the party, respectively.
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October - 14 
The meeting of central committee of the Maoists has decided to give five-point options to the seven parties alliance (SPA) on the status of monarchy, according to Nepal News. The meeting held on the eve of the crucial summit meeting slated to be held
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The meeting of central committee of the Maoists has decided to give five-point options to the seven parties alliance (SPA) on the status of monarchy, according to Nepal News. The meeting held on the eve of the crucial summit meeting slated to be held today, October 15, has proposed that the SPA and Maoists should right away declare a republic; or keep the monarchy in suspended position till its fate is determined through Constituent Assembly (CA) elections or referendum. Listing other alternatives, the meeting has proposed to build a broader consensus to go for democratic republic through CA elections; or nationalize the properties of the King. If none of these options are accepted by the SPA, then the meeting decided that the Maoists would stay away from the interim government but demand immediate announcement of the date of CA elections – through which people would give their decision on monarchy.
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October - 14 
A day earlier, unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian and injured another at Samankulam in the Vavuniya district.
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A day earlier, unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian and injured another at Samankulam in the Vavuniya district.
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October - 14 
LTTE reportedly launched artillery attacks to Muhamale, Nagarkovil and Kilaly areas in the Jaffna district, killing two soldiers and wounding 13 others.
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LTTE reportedly launched artillery attacks to Muhamale, Nagarkovil and Kilaly areas in the Jaffna district, killing two soldiers and wounding 13 others.
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October - 14 
Separately, two persons were killed and an equal number of them injured when an unidentified assailant opened fire at a group of civilians in the Oluvil area of Jaffna district.
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Separately, two persons were killed and an equal number of them injured when an unidentified assailant opened fire at a group of civilians in the Oluvil area of Jaffna district.
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October - 14 
Three civilians, Vaithilingam Mahenthiran, Nadarasa Navarasa and Navaneethan, were killed and another injured by unidentified assailants at Samalankulam in the Vavuniya district on October 14, according to Tamil Net.
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Three civilians, Vaithilingam Mahenthiran, Nadarasa Navarasa and Navaneethan, were killed and another injured by unidentified assailants at Samalankulam in the Vavuniya district on October 14, according to Tamil Net.
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October - 15 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) cadre, identified as Mohammad Hafiz Kulas, was killed by the security force (SF) personnel in an encounter in the Donaro forest area of Pulwama district.
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) cadre, identified as Mohammad Hafiz Kulas, was killed by the security force (SF) personnel in an encounter in the Donaro forest area of Pulwama district.
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October - 15 
A trader, Omprakash Agarwalla, was shot dead by United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres at his grocery shop under Morn police station in the Sivasagar district on October 15. He was earlier served extortion note by the outfit, according to poli
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A trader, Omprakash Agarwalla, was shot dead by United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres at his grocery shop under Morn police station in the Sivasagar district on October 15. He was earlier served extortion note by the outfit, according to police sources.
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October - 15 
Another HM cadre, Abdul Majid Mir, was killed by the SFs at Motigowran in the Anantnag district. Two AK rifles, two magazines, four Under Barrel Grenade Launchers with two grenades and 47 rounds of ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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Another HM cadre, Abdul Majid Mir, was killed by the SFs at Motigowran in the Anantnag district. Two AK rifles, two magazines, four Under Barrel Grenade Launchers with two grenades and 47 rounds of ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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October - 15 
Elsewhere in the State, two Village Defence Committee members, Ghulam Mohd Bhat and Ghulam Hassan Dar, who were allegedly abducted by terrorists from Gundana in the Doda district on October 13-night returned to their houses on October 15.
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Elsewhere in the State, two Village Defence Committee members, Ghulam Mohd Bhat and Ghulam Hassan Dar, who were allegedly abducted by terrorists from Gundana in the Doda district on October 13-night returned to their houses on October 15.
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October - 15 
Elsewhere, security force personnel rescued an Assam United Democratic Front activist and a trader from Manipurinala area near Ghutghuti forest range along the Assam-Mizoram border on October 15. According to UNI, both were abducted by a Bru militant
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Elsewhere, security force personnel rescued an Assam United Democratic Front activist and a trader from Manipurinala area near Ghutghuti forest range along the Assam-Mizoram border on October 15. According to UNI, both were abducted by a Bru militant outfit, the United Democratic Liberation Army, on September 27.
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October - 15 
Four persons were injured in two blasts in the Barovisa area of Jalpaiguri district near the West Bengal-Assam border on October 15, reports Pioneer. Police sources said that the first blast occurred at Machhbazaar at about 7.15 pm. The second blast
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Four persons were injured in two blasts in the Barovisa area of Jalpaiguri district near the West Bengal-Assam border on October 15, reports Pioneer. Police sources said that the first blast occurred at Machhbazaar at about 7.15 pm. The second blast took place near a State Bank of India branch, close to the first blast site, 15 minutes later. Further details of the incident were not available.
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October - 15 
Imphal West District Police detected and later defused an improvised explosive device planted near Lilong Bridge on the Lilong Chajing Mamang Leikai under Singjamei police station.
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Imphal West District Police detected and later defused an improvised explosive device planted near Lilong Bridge on the Lilong Chajing Mamang Leikai under Singjamei police station.
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October - 15 
Meanwhile, according to Zee News, Kone Kedandam, secretary of the Konadabaridi Dalam, surrendered before the district police chief in Srikakulam due to ill health. The Maoist, carrying a reward of INR One lakh, was involved in 13 offences, including
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Meanwhile, according to Zee News, Kone Kedandam, secretary of the Konadabaridi Dalam, surrendered before the district police chief in Srikakulam due to ill health. The Maoist, carrying a reward of INR One lakh, was involved in 13 offences, including a bomb attack on Telegu Desam Party Member of Parliament K. Yerranaidu during 2004 elections in the Srikakulam district.
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October - 15 
On October 15, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoists) detonated an explosion on a railway track at Chegdo in Jharkhand's Giridih district. Chennai Online reports that the explosion, which blew up a four-metre-long rail track, aff
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On October 15, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoists) detonated an explosion on a railway track at Chegdo in Jharkhand's Giridih district. Chennai Online reports that the explosion, which blew up a four-metre-long rail track, affected the train services. The Maoists under the aegis of the Revolutionary Democratic Front had observed a bandh (general strike) in Jharkhand, Orissa and Chhattisgarh on October 15 to protest the arrest of three cadres, including a top ranking woman leader, by Orissa Police.
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October - 15 
On October 15, three diesel locomotives were set ablaze by suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at Topadihi railway station in the Sundargarh district. According to New Indian Express, about 50 armed Maoists entered th
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On October 15, three diesel locomotives were set ablaze by suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at Topadihi railway station in the Sundargarh district. According to New Indian Express, about 50 armed Maoists entered the railway station and set ablaze the three diesel engines attached to an iron ore-laden goods train. Prior to that they asked the goods train staff to disembark and decamped with two walkie-talkie sets from them.
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October - 15 
One hand grenade was hurled by unidentified militants at the residence of one, Mohammed Abdul, at Sangai Yumpham Cherapur in the Thoubal district on October 15. However, it failed to explode.
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One hand grenade was hurled by unidentified militants at the residence of one, Mohammed Abdul, at Sangai Yumpham Cherapur in the Thoubal district on October 15. However, it failed to explode.
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October - 15 
One National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant, Lt. Hopson, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at 5th Mile in the Dimapur district on October 15-evening, reports Imphal Free Press. According to police sources, two uniden
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One National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant, Lt. Hopson, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at 5th Mile in the Dimapur district on October 15-evening, reports Imphal Free Press. According to police sources, two unidentified gunmen demanded INR 10,000 from Hopson and later shot him dead on his refusal to pay.
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October - 15 
One People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant, ‘corporal’ Khongbrai-latpam Govin Sharma alias Washington, was arrested from Samaram in the Thoubal district on October 15, reports Sangai Express.
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One People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant, ‘corporal’ Khongbrai-latpam Govin Sharma alias Washington, was arrested from Samaram in the Thoubal district on October 15, reports Sangai Express.
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October - 15 
One ULFA cadre, Gautom Kalita, was killed in an explosion of a crude bomb that he was manufacturing at his rented accommodation at Kahilipara in Guwahati on October 15-night, reports Shillong Times.
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One ULFA cadre, Gautom Kalita, was killed in an explosion of a crude bomb that he was manufacturing at his rented accommodation at Kahilipara in Guwahati on October 15-night, reports Shillong Times.
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October - 15 
Personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry regiment unearthed an arms dump during search operations at Gajnar forest near the Line of Control in Kupwara district. A General Purpose Machine Gun with an additional stand, four drum magazines, 400
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Personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry regiment unearthed an arms dump during search operations at Gajnar forest near the Line of Control in Kupwara district. A General Purpose Machine Gun with an additional stand, four drum magazines, 400 rounds, an AK 56 rifle, five magazines, 700 rounds and a sleeping bag were recovered from the hideout. However, no one was arrested during the operation.
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October - 15 
Police constable Ghulam Mohiuddin is reported to have died and his colleague, Ghulam Hassan, sustained injuries in a terrorist attack in the Lal Chowk area of capital Srinagar. The Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit claimed responsibility for the incident
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Police constable Ghulam Mohiuddin is reported to have died and his colleague, Ghulam Hassan, sustained injuries in a terrorist attack in the Lal Chowk area of capital Srinagar. The Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit claimed responsibility for the incident. This was the second major strike by terrorists in Lal Chowk this month, according to Daily Excelsior. On October four, terrorists carried out a suicide attack at Badshah Chowk triggering a 20-hour gun-battle which left ten persons, including seven soldiers and two terrorists, dead and 20 others injured.
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October - 15 
SFs neutralized a terrorist hide-out at Darera in the Poonch district and recovered 2.5 kg of RDX, five Chinese hand grenades, eight Pakistan made anti-personnel mines, two electric detonators and one pouch.
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SFs neutralized a terrorist hide-out at Darera in the Poonch district and recovered 2.5 kg of RDX, five Chinese hand grenades, eight Pakistan made anti-personnel mines, two electric detonators and one pouch.
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October - 15 
Terrorists lobbed two grenades on the house of a surrendered militant, Nissar Ahmed, at Gowari in the Doda district. There were, however, no casualties in the explosion.
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Terrorists lobbed two grenades on the house of a surrendered militant, Nissar Ahmed, at Gowari in the Doda district. There were, however, no casualties in the explosion.
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October - 15 
Terrorists reportedly opened fire on the heavily-guarded house of Block President of Congress party, Mohammad Maqbool Bhat, at village Lajoora in the Pulwama district, prompting his guards to retaliate. However, no one was injured in the incident.
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Terrorists reportedly opened fire on the heavily-guarded house of Block President of Congress party, Mohammad Maqbool Bhat, at village Lajoora in the Pulwama district, prompting his guards to retaliate. However, no one was injured in the incident.
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October - 15 
The ‘commander’ of the Kalwakurthy dalam (squad) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Raju alias Kiran, was killed in an exchange of fire with the police near Lingasanipalle village in the Kalwakurthy area of Mahabubnagar district on
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The ‘commander’ of the Kalwakurthy dalam (squad) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Raju alias Kiran, was killed in an exchange of fire with the police near Lingasanipalle village in the Kalwakurthy area of Mahabubnagar district on October 15, reports Andhra Café. Three of his accomplices, including ‘District committee’ member Tirumala Balavantu, managed to escape. Police recovered a tapancha (locally made revolver) and two grenades from the incident site.
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October - 15 
Two HM cadres, including a former Special Police Officer, surrendered before security forces and police at Gool in the Udhampur district along with two AK-47 rifles, five magazines, two hand grenades and 100 rounds of AK ammunition.
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Two HM cadres, including a former Special Police Officer, surrendered before security forces and police at Gool in the Udhampur district along with two AK-47 rifles, five magazines, two hand grenades and 100 rounds of AK ammunition.
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October - 15 
ULFA-backed People’s Consultative Group has reportedly sought a communiqué from the Assam Government on the stalled peace process with the outfit.
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ULFA-backed People’s Consultative Group has reportedly sought a communiqué from the Assam Government on the stalled peace process with the outfit.
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October - 15 
According to Dawn, gas supply has been suspended to the industrial estate and other areas of the Hub township in Balochistan province after the main pipeline was blown up on October 15. Police said that a 12 inch-diameter pipeline supplying gas to Hu
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According to Dawn, gas supply has been suspended to the industrial estate and other areas of the Hub township in Balochistan province after the main pipeline was blown up on October 15. Police said that a 12 inch-diameter pipeline supplying gas to Hub industrial estate and some parts of the industrial town blew up at around 9:30pm (PST) near the Civic Centre, just a few yards from the Hub police station.
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October - 15 
Further, an explosion occurred in the official residence of a jailer in Zhob on October 15-night, without causing any damage
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Further, an explosion occurred in the official residence of a jailer in Zhob on October 15-night, without causing any damage
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October - 15 
Meanwhile, a hand grenade was thrown into the house of one Mohammad Asif in the Shafi Colony near the Balochistan University. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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Meanwhile, a hand grenade was thrown into the house of one Mohammad Asif in the Shafi Colony near the Balochistan University. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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October - 15 
Summit talks between the seven-party alliance (SPA) Government and the Maoists were adjourned on October 15 for an indefinite period after they failed to reach an agreement. Though a major breakthrough was expected, leaders of the SPA and Maoists met
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Summit talks between the seven-party alliance (SPA) Government and the Maoists were adjourned on October 15 for an indefinite period after they failed to reach an agreement. Though a major breakthrough was expected, leaders of the SPA and Maoists met only for about 15 minutes and adjourned the talks till "homework" on the details is completed, The Hindu reported. Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala announced the adjournment after he held a joint consultation with Maoist Chairman Prachanda, the former Prime Minister, Sher Bhadur Deuba, and CPN-UML general secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal. Sources indicated that the insurgents and the SPA could not agree on monarchy and the arms management issues. “The central issues of the talks are the question of the monarchy and democratisation and restructuring of the Nepali Army. It will not take much time to resolve other issues once a breakthrough is made on those two issues,” said Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai. He alleged that the dialogue, which was moving towards a positive direction, was deadlocked because of the royalists’ influence in some parties of the SPA, according to Himalayan Times. He also alleged that the Nepali Congress is not interested in restructuring the Nepali Army and is insisting on the management of the Maoist army only.
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October - 15 
According to Daily Star, the Sylhet Sadar Cognizance Magistrate on October 15 placed two cadres of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) on a five-day remand in connection with the grenade attack on the British High Commissioner in 2004.
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According to Daily Star, the Sylhet Sadar Cognizance Magistrate on October 15 placed two cadres of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) on a five-day remand in connection with the grenade attack on the British High Commissioner in 2004. They were identified as Sharif Shahedul and Delwar Hossain Ripon of Moulvibazaar district.
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October - 15 
According to Daily Star, two cadres of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B), who were placed on remand on October 15 in connection with the grenade attack on the British High Commissioner Anwar Choudhury in 2004 in Sylhet, have confessed
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According to Daily Star, two cadres of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B), who were placed on remand on October 15 in connection with the grenade attack on the British High Commissioner Anwar Choudhury in 2004 in Sylhet, have confessed to their involvement in the incident. In the statement given before Magistrate Nur-e-Alam Siddiqui, Sharif Sahedul and Delwar Hossain Ripon also confessed that they were involved in the bomb attacks on Sylhet City Corporation Mayor Badar Uddin Ahmed Kamran and former Awami League lawmaker Syeda Zebunnesa Haque.
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October - 15 
According to reports, Germany had officially frozen any new aid for projects in Sri Lanka in a bid to put pressure on the Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to restart peace talks. German Minister of Economic Cooperation and Devel
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According to reports, Germany had officially frozen any new aid for projects in Sri Lanka in a bid to put pressure on the Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to restart peace talks. German Minister of Economic Cooperation and Development, Heidi Wieczorek-Zeul, in a statement said, “New commitments of more than 38 million euros, meant for projects in Government as well as Tamil areas, are frozen until the peace process will be restarted. For weeks we have been demanding an immediate return to the negotiating table and a shaping of a common future. As long as both sides engage in intensive conflict, it is not meaningful for the German government to commit additional funding that cannot reach the people of Sri Lanka.”
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October - 15 
Another soldier died in a LTTE mortar attack on the Vavunathivu Army camp in the Batticaloa district on October 15.
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Another soldier died in a LTTE mortar attack on the Vavunathivu Army camp in the Batticaloa district on October 15.
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October - 15 
Elsewhere, LTTE cadres detonated a claymore aiming a route clearing patrol at Kurusa Junction, injuring one soldier.
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Elsewhere, LTTE cadres detonated a claymore aiming a route clearing patrol at Kurusa Junction, injuring one soldier.
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October - 15 
Elsewhere, LTTE cadres shot dead another civilian, Sabaratnam Arunthurai, at Kopai North.
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Elsewhere, LTTE cadres shot dead another civilian, Sabaratnam Arunthurai, at Kopai North.
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October - 15 
Four soldiers sustained injuries when LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops in the Palakkadu area of Batticaloa district.
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Four soldiers sustained injuries when LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops in the Palakkadu area of Batticaloa district.
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October - 15 
Further, on October 15, two home guards were injured in a LTTE fire in the Bakkiella area of Ampara district.
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Further, on October 15, two home guards were injured in a LTTE fire in the Bakkiella area of Ampara district.
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October - 15 
LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a civilian, Sarawanamuttu Pancharatnam, in the Point Pedru area of Jaffna district.
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LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a civilian, Sarawanamuttu Pancharatnam, in the Point Pedru area of Jaffna district.
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October - 15 
Meanwhile, the Website claimed that an offensive launched by the Sri Lankan Special Task Force (STF) troopers on October 14-night into LTTE-controlled territory south of Batticloa, was repulsed. An outfit ‘Major’, Kuyilkannan, and a ‘Captain’, Thatha
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Meanwhile, the Website claimed that an offensive launched by the Sri Lankan Special Task Force (STF) troopers on October 14-night into LTTE-controlled territory south of Batticloa, was repulsed. An outfit ‘Major’, Kuyilkannan, and a ‘Captain’, Thathankan, were killed in action, it quoted LTTE leaders as saying. LTTE sources in Batticaloa claimed that the STF had suffered heavy casualties.
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October - 15 
Police retaliated as LTTE cadres opened fire targeting the Wellaweli Police post in Ampara district and during subsequent search operation recovered the dead body of a LTTE cadre along with one Light Machine Gun LMG, one T-56 weapon, one communicatio
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Police retaliated as LTTE cadres opened fire targeting the Wellaweli Police post in Ampara district and during subsequent search operation recovered the dead body of a LTTE cadre along with one Light Machine Gun LMG, one T-56 weapon, one communication set, a stretcher and four jungle hats from the incident site.
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October - 15 
Similarly, one Police personnel was injured in a LTTE grenade attack targeting a Police picket point at Pandarikulam in the Vavuniya district.
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Similarly, one Police personnel was injured in a LTTE grenade attack targeting a Police picket point at Pandarikulam in the Vavuniya district.
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October - 15 
The European Union Presidency said it is deeply concerned about the increasing violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in Sri Lanka. It sated on October 15, "The Presidency urges both sides to cease all hostilities immediately a
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The European Union Presidency said it is deeply concerned about the increasing violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in Sri Lanka. It sated on October 15, "The Presidency urges both sides to cease all hostilities immediately and create an environment for constructive discussion. The Presidency urges the Government of Sri Lanka and the LTTE to ensure that humanitarian aid deliveries be granted a free access to conflict affected areas and that the security of humanitarian workers will be guaranteed."
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October - 15 
The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) destroyed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) trawler, transporting weapons, ammunition and explosives, about 35 nautical miles in the seas off Arippu West in the Mannar district, killing six of the outfit cadres on Oct
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The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) destroyed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) trawler, transporting weapons, ammunition and explosives, about 35 nautical miles in the seas off Arippu West in the Mannar district, killing six of the outfit cadres on October 15. Three SLN personnel sustained injuries in the incident. The Government Media Center said that the SLN after detecting a suspicious trawler fired warning shots, adding, “Instead of heeding the warning shots, the trawler fired back, injuring three fishermen in the former trawler and also compelled the Dvora to fire back, resulting in the trawler exploding.” Military spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe said, "We suspect the destroyed vessel was transporting a large cache of arms since there were huge blasts from inside the vessel before it blew up. The trawler was heading towards the Silavathura area in Mannar," adding, "Six on board the suspicious vessel were reportedly killed and three sailors sustained injuries in the encounter."
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October - 15 
Three Sinhalese civilians, identified as P.K. Gunawardane, P.K.Upali and Ranjith, who along with two Muslim civilians were on a van collecting fruits in the Madavaithyakulam area of Vavuniya district were dragged inside a jungle patch and shot dead b
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Three Sinhalese civilians, identified as P.K. Gunawardane, P.K.Upali and Ranjith, who along with two Muslim civilians were on a van collecting fruits in the Madavaithyakulam area of Vavuniya district were dragged inside a jungle patch and shot dead by LTTE cadres. The Muslim civilians were set free.
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October - 16 
An unidentified United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant was killed when an improvised explosive device (IED), which he was trying to plant on a railway track, exploded near the Bongaigaon railway station on October 16-night, reports The Hindu
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An unidentified United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant was killed when an improvised explosive device (IED), which he was trying to plant on a railway track, exploded near the Bongaigaon railway station on October 16-night, reports The Hindu.
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October - 16 
Elsewhere in the district, security force personnel foiled a plan by the ULFA to plant improvised explosive devices (IED) and blow up oil and gas pipelines at Duliajan under Lankasi police station on October 16–night, reports Telegraph. Digging tools
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Elsewhere in the district, security force personnel foiled a plan by the ULFA to plant improvised explosive devices (IED) and blow up oil and gas pipelines at Duliajan under Lankasi police station on October 16–night, reports Telegraph. Digging tools and wires were reportedly recovered from the incident site.
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October - 16 
Four civilians, including two women, were wounded in an attack by three terrorists on their house at village Banola in the Mendhar area of Poonch district on October 16, according to Daily Excelsior.
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Four civilians, including two women, were wounded in an attack by three terrorists on their house at village Banola in the Mendhar area of Poonch district on October 16, according to Daily Excelsior.
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October - 16 
Further, three IEDs were recovered from a civil convoy on its way from Khoirabari to Guwahati at Mobile Check Post at Jalukbari in the Kamrup district. According to police sources, two Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) cadres, Kasim an
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Further, three IEDs were recovered from a civil convoy on its way from Khoirabari to Guwahati at Mobile Check Post at Jalukbari in the Kamrup district. According to police sources, two Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) cadres, Kasim and Hamid, who were carrying the IEDs, managed to escape from the convoy.
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October - 16 
Meanwhile, people in the Shopian area of Pulwama district have reportedly captured a category "A" militant of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit and handed him over to Police while claiming cash reward of INR 2 Lakh. Police sources said that resident
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Meanwhile, people in the Shopian area of Pulwama district have reportedly captured a category "A" militant of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit and handed him over to Police while claiming cash reward of INR 2 Lakh. Police sources said that residents of Sugoo village captured Rayees Ahmed Malik when he intruded into the house of one Ghulam Mohiuddin and demanded money from him.
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October - 16 
Meghalaya Chief Minister, J.D. Rymbai, is reported to have expressed concern over the presence of minor militant outfits in Garo Hills, and decided to have a meeting with the State Home Department to discuss the matter. "It is early to take any actio
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Meghalaya Chief Minister, J.D. Rymbai, is reported to have expressed concern over the presence of minor militant outfits in Garo Hills, and decided to have a meeting with the State Home Department to discuss the matter. "It is early to take any action and we cannot act suddenly. We have to observe and analyse the movement of the militant groups to find out ways and means to address the problem," said the Chief Minister while speaking to Shillong Times on October 16.
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October - 16 
On October 16, a cadre of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested while planting an explosive on the railway tracks near Karbandia railway station in the Rohtas district on the Gaya-Mughalsarai section of East Central Railway. According to The
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On October 16, a cadre of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested while planting an explosive on the railway tracks near Karbandia railway station in the Rohtas district on the Gaya-Mughalsarai section of East Central Railway. According to The Hindu, the explosive went off alerting the cabin man who rushed to the site and captured the extremist. Rest of his colleagues, however, managed to escape. The Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express was due to pass through the route shortly.
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October - 16 
On October 16, police recovered 18 empty containers of hand grenade, 18 springs, six grenade levers, chemicals and Maoist literature and receipt books from a trunk inside a hut in Rangapukur village in the Malda district, reports Telegraph. Police, h
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On October 16, police recovered 18 empty containers of hand grenade, 18 springs, six grenade levers, chemicals and Maoist literature and receipt books from a trunk inside a hut in Rangapukur village in the Malda district, reports Telegraph. Police, however, has not arrested the civilian from whose hut the explosives were seized. Police Superintendent Dilip Mondol said, “We have been able to identify the persons who had stored the material in the hut and we will soon arrest them.” Police sources further claimed that Maoists were intimidating villagers into joining them and were setting up base in the district.
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October - 16 
On October 16, the designated Terrorists and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court held four accused guilty for helping prime accused Tiger Memon in smuggling arms and RDX that were used in 1993 serial bomb blasts in Mumbai. According t
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On October 16, the designated Terrorists and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court held four accused guilty for helping prime accused Tiger Memon in smuggling arms and RDX that were used in 1993 serial bomb blasts in Mumbai. According to Daily News & Analysis, Muzamil Umar Kadri, Khalil Ahmed Sayyed Nazir and Gulam Hafeez Shaikh were convicted for taking part in RDX landing operations at Shekhadi coast in February 1993, for transporting weapons and for possessing arms. The court also found Tulsiram Dhondu Surve, watchman of the high security Wangani microwave tower in Raigad district, guilty of allowing the use of Government property by Tiger Memon for assembling arms and reloading them in jeeps and tempos for distribution. Surve was found guilty of concealing 59 bags of RDX in his agricultural field in Raigad district. Judge P.D. Kode, however, acquitted Anant Bhoir of Thane, who had allowed his dumper to be used for dumping 59 RDX bags in the Nagla Bunder creek. The court said he was being acquitted as he had no knowledge that the goods were RDX.
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October - 16 
Separately, the NSCN–K militants shot dead the ‘deputy secretary’ of the NSCN-IM at Chekiye-B village in the Dimapur district, reports UNI.
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Separately, the NSCN–K militants shot dead the ‘deputy secretary’ of the NSCN-IM at Chekiye-B village in the Dimapur district, reports UNI.
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October - 16 
Separately, the ULFA triggered a blast at the Broad Gauge yard at Noonmati in Guwahati. Further details were not reported.
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Separately, the ULFA triggered a blast at the Broad Gauge yard at Noonmati in Guwahati. Further details were not reported.
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October - 16 
Two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadres were arrested on October 16 (today) morning from national capital New Delhi’s Old Delhi Railway Station with 1.5 kilogram of RDX, according to Times of India. The arrested were identified as Mohammed Aslam Gir and Abd
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Two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadres were arrested on October 16 (today) morning from national capital New Delhi’s Old Delhi Railway Station with 1.5 kilogram of RDX, according to Times of India. The arrested were identified as Mohammed Aslam Gir and Abdul Razaq, residents of the Rajshahi district in Bangladesh. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) Alok Kumar said that the duo were arrested on their arrival from Jammu by Pooja Express.
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October - 16 
Two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadres were killed and four National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres sustained injuries in separate internecine clashes at different locations, including at Phaip
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Two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadres were killed and four National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres sustained injuries in separate internecine clashes at different locations, including at Phaipijang in the Dimapur district, Athibung in the Peren district and Sukhalu in the Zunheboto district, on October 16, according to Sangai Express. While one NSCN-K militant, ‘Sgt’ Toshi Ao, was killed at Sukhalu, another died at Athibung. NSCN-IM militants kept at least four NSCN-K cadres under confinement at a church in Sukhalu and snatched arms and explosives from them.
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Afghan President Hamid Karzai told The Associated Press on October 16 that Mullah Omar, the fugitive Taliban leader, is hiding in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province. Karzai also blamed Pakistan for a surge in Taliban violence in Afghanistan, and
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Afghan President Hamid Karzai told The Associated Press on October 16 that Mullah Omar, the fugitive Taliban leader, is hiding in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province. Karzai also blamed Pakistan for a surge in Taliban violence in Afghanistan, and demanded that President Pervez Musharraf crack down on militant sanctuaries. “We know he is in Quetta,” Karzai said of the fugitive Omar. Karzai claimed the Taliban were also “hiding in Karachi and the tribal town of Miran Shah”. “I don’t think the Taliban have a headquarters, but they have sanctuaries, which are definitely in Pakistan,” Karzai said in the interview. However, the Pakistan on October 17 rejected Karzai’s allegations. “We know he (Omar) is in Afghanistan. The entire world knows that he is in Afghanistan,” said Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tasnim Aslam.
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October - 16 
In another incident, two HuJI-B cadres, Hafij Syed Nayeem of Sunamganj district and Badrul Alam Mizan of Habiganj district, arrested in connection with the bomb attack on Choudhury, were shown arrested in the Ramna Batamul explosion case of April 14,
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In another incident, two HuJI-B cadres, Hafij Syed Nayeem of Sunamganj district and Badrul Alam Mizan of Habiganj district, arrested in connection with the bomb attack on Choudhury, were shown arrested in the Ramna Batamul explosion case of April 14, 2001 and were placed on a seven-day remand on October 16. Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammad Shamsul Alam passed the order after the Criminal Investigation Department requested for the remand.
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October - 16 
A day earlier, LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine targeting a combined Police and Army foot patrol in the Uduppidy area of Jaffna district, killing one Police constable and an Army soldier.
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A day earlier, LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine targeting a combined Police and Army foot patrol in the Uduppidy area of Jaffna district, killing one Police constable and an Army soldier.
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October - 16 
At least 98 sailors of the navy were killed and 100 injured on October 16 as suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a naval convoy in Habarana, according to The Hindu. The toll is likely to inc
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At least 98 sailors of the navy were killed and 100 injured on October 16 as suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a naval convoy in Habarana, according to The Hindu. The toll is likely to increase as several of the injured are reportedly in a serious condition. The massacre occurred at the entry point to east and Trincomalee district. The Defence Ministry said LTTE terrorists rammed into the naval convoy at Digampatana in Habarana around 1.30 p.m (SLT). The military said, "A huge explosion has occurred causing severe destruction to both naval personnel and the civilians in the area." The convoy comprising 24 buses was at the Digampatana rendezvous point when the attack occurred. The Ministry said over 340 unarmed naval personnel were believed to be present at the location. Naval sources said 13 buses had been damaged. In a statement, a spokesperson for the Secretariat of President Mahinda Rajapakse said the incident was yet another example of the LTTE's cowardly use of extreme violence against unarmed services personnel. "The suicide truck attack at Habarana was in a civilian area away from the area of armed confrontation. This was further proof of the LTTE's unmitigated commitment to violence to achieve its ends and was in total disregard of international demands for it to abandon violence and seek peaceful means to achieve its goals," he said.
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October - 16 
Elsewhere, on October 16, the Grama Seva Niladhari (Village State Official), Marakandu Maheshwaran, for Chiviyatheru was shot dead by LTTE cadres while he was on duty at his office.
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Elsewhere, on October 16, the Grama Seva Niladhari (Village State Official), Marakandu Maheshwaran, for Chiviyatheru was shot dead by LTTE cadres while he was on duty at his office.
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October - 16 
Elsewhere, troops also recovered two hand grenades, one T-56 weapon along with two magazines and 28 live rounds of ammunition from the Ilawali area.
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Elsewhere, troops also recovered two hand grenades, one T-56 weapon along with two magazines and 28 live rounds of ammunition from the Ilawali area.
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October - 16 
Further, on October 16, two soldiers sustained injuries in a LTTE artillery and mortar fire towards Muhamalai Forward Defense Line in the Jaffna district.
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Further, on October 16, two soldiers sustained injuries in a LTTE artillery and mortar fire towards Muhamalai Forward Defense Line in the Jaffna district.
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October - 16 
Further, troops recovered the dead body of civilian, identified as Sellaiya Nandakumaran, shot dead by LTTE cadres, from the Sittankerni area of the same district.
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Further, troops recovered the dead body of civilian, identified as Sellaiya Nandakumaran, shot dead by LTTE cadres, from the Sittankerni area of the same district.
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October - 16 
Meanwhile, troops recovered two claymore mines from the Kopai area of Jaffna district on October 16.
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Meanwhile, troops recovered two claymore mines from the Kopai area of Jaffna district on October 16.
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October - 16 
On October 16, one civilian, identified as Gajathu Mohamed Mustafa, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Point Pedro area of Jaffna district, reports Tamil Net. Unidentified assailants shot dead another civilian, Vairamuthu Nallathamby, in
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On October 16, one civilian, identified as Gajathu Mohamed Mustafa, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Point Pedro area of Jaffna district, reports Tamil Net. Unidentified assailants shot dead another civilian, Vairamuthu Nallathamby, in the Vadmaradchchi area, added the website.
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October - 16 
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court on October 16 declared the temporary merger of the northern and eastern provinces, effected in 1987 and extended annually, "null and void and illegal." A five-member Bench of the court, headed by Chief Justice Sarath N. Silv
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Sri Lanka's Supreme Court on October 16 declared the temporary merger of the northern and eastern provinces, effected in 1987 and extended annually, "null and void and illegal." A five-member Bench of the court, headed by Chief Justice Sarath N. Silva, gave the ruling on a petition filed by three Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna members, according to The Hindu. It said the President had no powers to effect a merger of provinces under Emergency Regulation, and only Parliament could decide on the subject. The court referred to the two conditions laid by the 1987 India-Sri Lanka Accord before considering merger — cessation of hostilities and laying down of arms by militant groups. It said the President went ahead with the merger, though the conditions were not met with after the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) violated cease-fire. The judges, invoking "equal protection of law," said unlike the other seven provinces in the island nation, voters of the merged provinces had been deprived of their right to vote for the Provincial Council. There had been no election to a council in the northeast since 1988. The court said material provided by the petitioners resulted in "volumes of material to establish the divisions that existed in historic times and that the eastern province was part of the Kandyan Kingdom at the time of British conquest." The petitioners said the merger would result in the "Muslim and Sinhala communities being permanently subjugated to a minority." The situation would exacerbate "ethnic cleansing," they said.
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October - 17 
A legislator belonging to the Asom Gana Parishad party, identified as Binod Goala, while talking to Sentinel about the raid made by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) at Golaghat and Sarupathar Legislative Assembly Const
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A legislator belonging to the Asom Gana Parishad party, identified as Binod Goala, while talking to Sentinel about the raid made by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) at Golaghat and Sarupathar Legislative Assembly Constituencies in the Golaghat district, said: “On October 17 last, as many as 24 heavily armed NSCN cadres entered Panjan, Morajan, Mohima, Chungajan, Holouguri and Amguri villages in broad daylight and demanded tax from the villagers on the pretext that the villages belong to ‘Nagalim’. This is for the first time that NSCN cadres entered the villages in broad daylight, and that too, in front of the neutral force manning the border. NSCN cadres regularly enter the border villages at nights, and demand cash from the villagers.”
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October - 17 
Elsewhere in the State, security forces arrested two over-ground activists of the Al Badr outfit at Dangiwacha in the Kupwara district along with three hand grenades and 23 rounds.
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Elsewhere in the State, security forces arrested two over-ground activists of the Al Badr outfit at Dangiwacha in the Kupwara district along with three hand grenades and 23 rounds.
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October - 17 
Elsewhere, two ULFA linkmen, Kabindra Sonowal and Arup Bora, were arrested from Jokhai area in the outskirts of Dibrugarh town on October 17-night, reports Sentinel.
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Elsewhere, two ULFA linkmen, Kabindra Sonowal and Arup Bora, were arrested from Jokhai area in the outskirts of Dibrugarh town on October 17-night, reports Sentinel.
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October - 17 
Further, all the major political parties in Assam condemned the ULFA for carrying out explosions, other subversive activities, and bringing in children and students into militancy, according to Assam Tribune.
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Further, all the major political parties in Assam condemned the ULFA for carrying out explosions, other subversive activities, and bringing in children and students into militancy, according to Assam Tribune.
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October - 17 
Further, seven civilians and three Border Security Force personnel were wounded in a grenade blast in the Baramulla district.
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Further, seven civilians and three Border Security Force personnel were wounded in a grenade blast in the Baramulla district.
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October - 17 
Head Constable Vikram Singh, driver of Inspector General of Police (Kashmir) S. M. Sahai, was shot dead by terrorists near the General Bus Stand at Batmaloo in the capital Srinagar on October 17, according to Daily Excelsior.
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Head Constable Vikram Singh, driver of Inspector General of Police (Kashmir) S. M. Sahai, was shot dead by terrorists near the General Bus Stand at Batmaloo in the capital Srinagar on October 17, according to Daily Excelsior.
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October - 17 
In a second incident near the Hazratbal Shrine, terrorists shot dead Constable Dilawar Ahmed at Telbal Morh, on the outskirts of Srinagar. The Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) has reportedly claimed responsibility for both the attacks.
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In a second incident near the Hazratbal Shrine, terrorists shot dead Constable Dilawar Ahmed at Telbal Morh, on the outskirts of Srinagar. The Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) has reportedly claimed responsibility for both the attacks.
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October - 17 
Meanwhile, a trader, Joinal Abedin, who was abducted and kept hostage by the United Democratic Liberation Army cadres, managed to escape from the confinement of the Bru militants, and turned up at the Jamira outpost in the Hailakandi district on Octo
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Meanwhile, a trader, Joinal Abedin, who was abducted and kept hostage by the United Democratic Liberation Army cadres, managed to escape from the confinement of the Bru militants, and turned up at the Jamira outpost in the Hailakandi district on October 17.
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October - 17 
On October 17, a top operative of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Srinivas Reddy, the mastermind behind the fabrication of rocket launchers being used by extremists, surrendered to the police along with his wife Sudharani in the War
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On October 17, a top operative of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Srinivas Reddy, the mastermind behind the fabrication of rocket launchers being used by extremists, surrendered to the police along with his wife Sudharani in the Warangal district. The surrender of Reddy, also known as Raghu, Tech Madhu and a host of other names, reportedly is a major breakthrough for the Andhra Pradesh Police in the investigation of the rocket launchers case. The Hindu reports that the Maoist couple, wanted by Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu police, was on the run ever since the Andhra Pradesh Police seized a huge consignment of launchers and rockets being transported into the jungles in Mahabubnagar district in the first week of September 2006.
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October - 17 
On October 17, Army Chief General J. J. Singh said that military operations against militant groups along the 1,643-km border with Myanmar would be conducted in coordination with the Myanmarese Army, reports Indian Express. Addressing a press confere
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On October 17, Army Chief General J. J. Singh said that military operations against militant groups along the 1,643-km border with Myanmar would be conducted in coordination with the Myanmarese Army, reports Indian Express. Addressing a press conference at the end of the Army Commanders Conference in New Delhi he said, “The terrain there is very forbidding. Militant camps are not easily identifiable in the area, covered by thick jungles. We will be operating in coordination with Myanmar, but we cannot call it a joint operation. We have seen Myanmar recently taking steps to neutralise militant camps on its territory.”
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October - 17 
Separately, one police personnel, identified as Farooq Ahmed, was shot at and wounded by terrorists at Sopore in the same district.
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Separately, one police personnel, identified as Farooq Ahmed, was shot at and wounded by terrorists at Sopore in the same district.
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October - 17 
Separately, two United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres, Kiran Ngamba and Amit Kumar alias Nungthing Choba, were arrested from Ashang Khullen in the Ukhrul district, according to Sangai Express.
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Separately, two United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres, Kiran Ngamba and Amit Kumar alias Nungthing Choba, were arrested from Ashang Khullen in the Ukhrul district, according to Sangai Express.
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October - 17 
The designated Terrorists and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court, on October 17, convicted three close aides of prime convict Tiger Memon in the 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts case. According to Pioneer, the court held Manoj Kumar Bh
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The designated Terrorists and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court, on October 17, convicted three close aides of prime convict Tiger Memon in the 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts case. According to Pioneer, the court held Manoj Kumar Bhawarlal Gupta Sayyed, Abdul Rehman and Mohammed Kasam Lajpuria alias Mechanic Chacha guilty on various counts, including their participation in the landing of RDX and weapons. However, Judge P. D. Kode acquitted two persons, Shakil Shahabuddin Shaikh and Devidas Ghule, for want of evidence, taking the total number of acquittals in the case to 19 so far.
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October - 17 
The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants shot dead a civilian, Dilip Barua, whose dead body was recovered from Meseki forest under Pengri police station in the Tinsukia district on October 17-morning, according to Sentinel.
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The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants shot dead a civilian, Dilip Barua, whose dead body was recovered from Meseki forest under Pengri police station in the Tinsukia district on October 17-morning, according to Sentinel.
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October - 17 
Three dead bodies were recovered from Mandeu village in the Tamenglong district, from where a factional clash was reported between the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN- K) and Manipur People’s Army (MPA) on the one hand and the National S
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Three dead bodies were recovered from Mandeu village in the Tamenglong district, from where a factional clash was reported between the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN- K) and Manipur People’s Army (MPA) on the one hand and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on the other, reports UNI. The NSCN-IM claimed that the bodies belonged to the combined forces of the NSCN- K and MPA.
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October - 17 
According to The Hindu, the Foreign Secretaries of India and Pakistan will meet on November 14 and 15 in New Delhi to review the third round of the composite dialogue process, the Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on October 17. Apart from re
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According to The Hindu, the Foreign Secretaries of India and Pakistan will meet on November 14 and 15 in New Delhi to review the third round of the composite dialogue process, the Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on October 17. Apart from reviewing the third round of the Secretary-level composite dialogue that ended in June 2006, the Foreign Secretaries are likely to fix dates for the fourth round. Another likely issue they may take up is the setting up of the anti-terror joint institutional mechanism, which both countries agreed upon in Havana.
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October - 17 
Justice Muhammad Akhtar Shabbir of the Lahore High Court ordered on October 17 that Jama’at-ud-Da’awa (JD) chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed be released immediately, rejecting the Government’s charges against him, according to Daily Times. Saeed’s wife had
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Justice Muhammad Akhtar Shabbir of the Lahore High Court ordered on October 17 that Jama’at-ud-Da’awa (JD) chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed be released immediately, rejecting the Government’s charges against him, according to Daily Times. Saeed’s wife had moved a petition challenging her husband’s detention. Petitioner’s lawyer Ahmad Ghazi rejected the Government’s statement that Pakistan’s relations with neighbouring countries could be “affected by Hafiz Saeed or the JD’s activities”. “Only India has some reservations over Hafiz Saeed, but that country has expressed reservations over the ISI [Inter-Services Intelligence] as well. Does this mean that the ISI should be closed down?” he said. Although Justice Shabbir struck down the detention on a legality, he criticised the grounds of the detention, which included fund-raising by the JD for war victims in Palestine and Lebanon, and the threat its activities posed to relations with "neighbouring countries," according to The Hindu. The second amounted to saying Pakistan's judiciary could be influenced by foreign pressures, the judge observed.
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October - 17 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister K. P. Sharma Oli said on October 17 that Nepal lost the race of temporary membership of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the year 2007-08 due to the irresponsible behaviour of the Maoists and t
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister K. P. Sharma Oli said on October 17 that Nepal lost the race of temporary membership of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the year 2007-08 due to the irresponsible behaviour of the Maoists and the wrong publicity about Nepal, according to Nepal News. Speaking at a function in the eastern district of Jhapa, Oli said Nepal was about to win but lost it due to the irresponsible behaviour of the Maoists and negative publicity about Nepal in foreign media. In the election held in New York, Nepal got 28 votes against 158 votes in favor of Indonesia. Any nation that seeks to become a temporary member of UNSC would require two-third votes of the 192-member strong UN General Assembly. Oli also asked Maoists to stop ‘day-dreaming’ that they will win the state power by the means of weapons.
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October - 17 
Elsewhere, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a civilian, K. Baskaran, in the Nallur area on October 17.
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Elsewhere, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a civilian, K. Baskaran, in the Nallur area on October 17.
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October - 17 
Elsewhere, troops recovered the dead body of a civilian from the Palauththu area.
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Elsewhere, troops recovered the dead body of a civilian from the Palauththu area.
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October - 17 
Even as the Sri Lankan Supreme Court ruled that the merger of the Northern and Eastern Provinces was illegal and invalid, President Mahinda Rajapakse said on October 17 that the issue of the East's merger with the North should be decided by a referen
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Even as the Sri Lankan Supreme Court ruled that the merger of the Northern and Eastern Provinces was illegal and invalid, President Mahinda Rajapakse said on October 17 that the issue of the East's merger with the North should be decided by a referendum in the East, reports Hindustan Times. The Daily News quoted Rajapaksa as saying: "The Executive, Judiciary or Legislature or any other power cannot change the future of the in the East. Their destiny can only be decided by themselves.” According to the India-Sri Lanka Agreement, the future of the Eastern population has to be decided by a referendum," he pointed out.
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October - 17 
Further, LTTE cadres shot dead one Police personnel in the Kaththankudi area of Batticaloa district on October 17.
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Further, LTTE cadres shot dead one Police personnel in the Kaththankudi area of Batticaloa district on October 17.
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October - 17 
Further, on October 17, a civilian, M. Mohan, was shot dead by cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam in the Trincomalee town.
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Further, on October 17, a civilian, M. Mohan, was shot dead by cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam in the Trincomalee town.
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October - 17 
Meanwhile, the main opposition United National Party said that it was ready to support any legislative move by the Government in Parliament to restore status quo of North and East after the Supreme Court nullified the merger.
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Meanwhile, the main opposition United National Party said that it was ready to support any legislative move by the Government in Parliament to restore status quo of North and East after the Supreme Court nullified the merger.
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October - 17 
On the same day, one more civilian, identified as Kututhwaran, was killed by LTTE cadres in the Jaffna district.
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On the same day, one more civilian, identified as Kututhwaran, was killed by LTTE cadres in the Jaffna district.
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October - 17 
Separately, LTTE cadres fired upon one home guard attached to the Damana Police station in the Amapra district on October 17. However, he escaped injuries.
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Separately, LTTE cadres fired upon one home guard attached to the Damana Police station in the Amapra district on October 17. However, he escaped injuries.
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October - 17 
Sri Lanka Air Force conducted air raids on two LTTE sea bases in Mullaittivu and an outfit camp in the Mankulam area, according to The Hindu. "The air force sources said the strikes had been precise. It is believed that the air strikes had inflicted
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Sri Lanka Air Force conducted air raids on two LTTE sea bases in Mullaittivu and an outfit camp in the Mankulam area, according to The Hindu. "The air force sources said the strikes had been precise. It is believed that the air strikes had inflicted heavy damage to terrorists", the Military said in a statement. The LTTE, in a separate statement, claimed that Sri Lankan Kfir bombers destroyed a transmission tower of the Voice of Tigers (VOT) radio located in the Kokkavil area of Mullaithivu district. "VOT is the only radio broadcasting service that is outside the GoSL control area and thus able to broadcast without the usual threats posed by the GoSL operated forces", it said.
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October - 17 
The head of Government's Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, said that the Government will retaliate against more attacks by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) but remains committed to peace talks despite a suicide bombing that killed nearly
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The head of Government's Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, said that the Government will retaliate against more attacks by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) but remains committed to peace talks despite a suicide bombing that killed nearly 100 people, adding, "No, there is no rethink. The president has reaffirmed that we will go ahead with the talks whatever. We will continue retaliating, taking action against them but we will go to the talks."
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October - 17 
The Military also claimed that the LTTE exploded a claymore mine targeting a naval convoy at Sambalthivu in the Trincomalee district, adding, "However, the LTTE terrorists missed their target as the claymore was activated just after the convoy passed
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The Military also claimed that the LTTE exploded a claymore mine targeting a naval convoy at Sambalthivu in the Trincomalee district, adding, "However, the LTTE terrorists missed their target as the claymore was activated just after the convoy passed it." However, no casualties were reported in all these incidents.
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October - 17 
Two soldiers were injured in two different LTTE firing incidents at Wedukeni and Muhamalai in the Jaffna district.
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Two soldiers were injured in two different LTTE firing incidents at Wedukeni and Muhamalai in the Jaffna district.
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October - 17 
Unidentified assailant shot dead a civilian, A.H.M. Nasar, at Thambalagamuwa in the Trincomalee district.
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Unidentified assailant shot dead a civilian, A.H.M. Nasar, at Thambalagamuwa in the Trincomalee district.
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October - 17 
United States State Department spokesperson, Sean McCormack, said, "Only through the cessation of violence, a renewed commitment to peace talks and constructive engagement by both sides can a political solution to this conflict be achieved." Commenti
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United States State Department spokesperson, Sean McCormack, said, "Only through the cessation of violence, a renewed commitment to peace talks and constructive engagement by both sides can a political solution to this conflict be achieved." Commenting on the October 16-suicide attack, he said, "Though there have been no claims of responsibility, this attack is in keeping with the tactics of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, a group long designated as Foreign Terrorist Organization by the Department of State."
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October - 18 
A civilian, Brarlil Lawai, was assaulted by the Karbi National Volunteers (KNV) militants at Pampret village near Sabuda under Block I in the Ri-Bhoi district along the Assam-Meghalaya border on October 18-afternoon, according to Shillong Times.
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A civilian, Brarlil Lawai, was assaulted by the Karbi National Volunteers (KNV) militants at Pampret village near Sabuda under Block I in the Ri-Bhoi district along the Assam-Meghalaya border on October 18-afternoon, according to Shillong Times.
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October - 18 
A surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre, Kamal Hazarika, was shot dead by suspected ULFA militants at Borabhayapuri under Tengakhat police station in the Dibrugarh district on October 18-evening, reports Press Trust of India.
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A surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre, Kamal Hazarika, was shot dead by suspected ULFA militants at Borabhayapuri under Tengakhat police station in the Dibrugarh district on October 18-evening, reports Press Trust of India.
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October - 18 
According to The Hindu, Arika Rama, a member of the Local Guerilla Squad of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), surrendered before the Srikakulam district Superintendent of Police Manish Kumar Sinha on October 18. Police sources said that t
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According to The Hindu, Arika Rama, a member of the Local Guerilla Squad of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), surrendered before the Srikakulam district Superintendent of Police Manish Kumar Sinha on October 18. Police sources said that the surrendered extremist is a native of Dibbaguda village.
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October - 18 
At least four United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres, Rantu Medhi, Dhanen Ray, Manwar Hussain and Shahjahan Ali, were arrested from Bongaljura area in the Goalpara district on an unspecified date, according to Assam Tribune.
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At least four United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres, Rantu Medhi, Dhanen Ray, Manwar Hussain and Shahjahan Ali, were arrested from Bongaljura area in the Goalpara district on an unspecified date, according to Assam Tribune.
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October - 18 
Elsewhere in the State, SFs recovered three hand grenades, 30 rounds of Pika gun, 80 AK rounds and three UBGL grenades from Mahjoor forest area in the Rajouri district.
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Elsewhere in the State, SFs recovered three hand grenades, 30 rounds of Pika gun, 80 AK rounds and three UBGL grenades from Mahjoor forest area in the Rajouri district.
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October - 18 
Four cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were killed in an explosion on October 18 at Amudalapalli village in the Warangal district. According to The Hindu, the Maoists were trying to assemble a landmine using slurry, salt, iro
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Four cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were killed in an explosion on October 18 at Amudalapalli village in the Warangal district. According to The Hindu, the Maoists were trying to assemble a landmine using slurry, salt, iron wires and other material when the incident occurred. One of the dead was identified as Pothuraju Rayakomru alias Ramakanth, the Chityala local organising squad commander. Police also recovered three weapons-- one 9mm carbine, one 30 carbine and one 8 mm rifle-- three damaged kitbags and a notebook from the incident site.
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October - 18 
On October 18, Nishan Singh, a terrorist belonging to the Khalistan Liberation Force, was arrested from Batala Road at Kalanaur in the Gurdaspur district. According to The Hindu, he had provided shelter to Jagtar Singh Hawara and Paramjeet Singh Bheo
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On October 18, Nishan Singh, a terrorist belonging to the Khalistan Liberation Force, was arrested from Batala Road at Kalanaur in the Gurdaspur district. According to The Hindu, he had provided shelter to Jagtar Singh Hawara and Paramjeet Singh Bheora, two of the accused in the Beant Singh assassination case after their escape from Burail jail in Chandigarh. Police also claimed that the three had hatched a conspiracy to revive terrorism in Punjab and that Nishan Singh was a member of various terrorist outfits having their base abroad, including in Pakistan.
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October - 18 
On October 18, women cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) detonated explosions targeting four Government buildings in the Kanker district of Chhattisgarh. According to Hindustan Times, over a dozen armed women Maoist cadres, sup
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On October 18, women cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) detonated explosions targeting four Government buildings in the Kanker district of Chhattisgarh. According to Hindustan Times, over a dozen armed women Maoist cadres, supported by their male colleagues, blocked traffic on the Antagarh-Koylibera Road. Subsequently they detonated explosives inside four buildings, including two schools in Kanker.
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October - 18 
Security force (SF) personnel arrested a terrorist and seized two hand grenades during a search operation at Chek-e-Raithan in the Budgam district.
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Security force (SF) personnel arrested a terrorist and seized two hand grenades during a search operation at Chek-e-Raithan in the Budgam district.
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October - 18 
Separately, SF personnel destroyed a hide-out of the militants in the house of Abdul Majid at Kothra in Darhal area of Rajouri.
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Separately, SF personnel destroyed a hide-out of the militants in the house of Abdul Majid at Kothra in Darhal area of Rajouri.
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October - 18 
Separately, the dead body of a Dima Halam Daogah (DHD) cadre was recovered from Khinmung Basti under Mahur police station in the North Cachar Hills district on October 18, according to Telegraph.
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Separately, the dead body of a Dima Halam Daogah (DHD) cadre was recovered from Khinmung Basti under Mahur police station in the North Cachar Hills district on October 18, according to Telegraph.
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October - 18 
The Army foiled an infiltration attempt by killing four terrorists at Sona Pindi near the Line of Control in Kupwara district on October 18, according to Daily Excelsior.
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The Army foiled an infiltration attempt by killing four terrorists at Sona Pindi near the Line of Control in Kupwara district on October 18, according to Daily Excelsior.
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October - 18 
The Union Minister of State for Commerce, Jairam Ramesh, is reported to have said during his visit to the border areas of Northeast India that militants have access to better mobile connectivity than the people living in the border areas, according t
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The Union Minister of State for Commerce, Jairam Ramesh, is reported to have said during his visit to the border areas of Northeast India that militants have access to better mobile connectivity than the people living in the border areas, according to Shillong Times.
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October - 18 
Two National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants, Modi Ram Tripura alias Bimal and Sanjit Debbarma alias Noya, of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction surrendered before the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel at Maharanichera under Udaipur sub
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Two National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants, Modi Ram Tripura alias Bimal and Sanjit Debbarma alias Noya, of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction surrendered before the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel at Maharanichera under Udaipur sub-division in the South Tripura district on October 18, according to Tripurainfo. Bimal and Noya reportedly escaped without arms from their camp at Laogong in Bangladesh.
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October - 18 
Police at Mianwali in the Punjab province arrested three alleged terrorists belonging to the defunct Sunni group Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) on October 18, according to Dawn. Police officer Zarat Kiyani said they were in possession of two hand-gren
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Police at Mianwali in the Punjab province arrested three alleged terrorists belonging to the defunct Sunni group Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) on October 18, according to Dawn. Police officer Zarat Kiyani said they were in possession of two hand-grenades, a pistol and bullets, adding they wanted to carry out an attack on a Shia shrine in the Sheikhupura district. They were identified as Noor Muhammad, Abdul Waheed and Rao Saifullah.
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October - 18 
Security forces on October 18 arrested Baz Khan Marri, a ‘commander’ of the insurgents belonging to the Marri tribe, along with his three associates after an exchange of fire in the Fazil Chal area of Kohlu district in Balochistan province, according
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Security forces on October 18 arrested Baz Khan Marri, a ‘commander’ of the insurgents belonging to the Marri tribe, along with his three associates after an exchange of fire in the Fazil Chal area of Kohlu district in Balochistan province, according to Dawn. A spokesman for the Frontier Corps (FC) claimed destroying a fugitive camp in the area being used for attacking FC posts and convoys, adding that a huge quantity of arms and ammunition was seized from the camp.
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October - 18 
At least one Maoist insurgent was killed during a clash between Maoists and its splinter outfit Jantantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM) at Rampurmalhaniya village in the Saptari district on October 18, according to Nepal News. Maoists claim two JTMM cad
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At least one Maoist insurgent was killed during a clash between Maoists and its splinter outfit Jantantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM) at Rampurmalhaniya village in the Saptari district on October 18, according to Nepal News. Maoists claim two JTMM cadres were also killed in the clash that ensued after Maoists entered the village where JTMM cadres were staying with the purpose of campaigning for a republic. The JTMM is reportedly active in the Siraha and Saptari districts.
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October - 18 
According to Daily Star, the Third Additional Metropolitan Sessions Judge in Chittagong on October 18 sentenced two Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militants to 20 years' imprisonment in a case filed in connection with three bomb attacks in Chi
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According to Daily Star, the Third Additional Metropolitan Sessions Judge in Chittagong on October 18 sentenced two Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militants to 20 years' imprisonment in a case filed in connection with three bomb attacks in Chittagong city in 2006. The convicts were identified as JMB’s Chittagong division chief Javed Iqbal and the outfit’s Cox's Bazaar ‘area commander’ Naimuzzaman. The attacks, carried out on August 17, October 3 and November 29, 2005, left two people dead and many injured.
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October - 18 
Milon Hossain, an extremist belonging to the Biplobi Communist Party (BCP), was killed in crossfire between police personnel and BCP extremists at Badh Bazaar area in the Kushtia district on October 18. According to Daily Star, Milon was arrested fro
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Milon Hossain, an extremist belonging to the Biplobi Communist Party (BCP), was killed in crossfire between police personnel and BCP extremists at Badh Bazaar area in the Kushtia district on October 18. According to Daily Star, Milon was arrested from his house in Dhalnagar village under Kumarkhali sub-district on October 17. Police seized three bullets from the encounter site.
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October - 18 
A civilian, identified as Anthony Pellai Benadic Rathnam, was killed in a LTTE artillery fire at Thausikulam in the Jaffna district.
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A civilian, identified as Anthony Pellai Benadic Rathnam, was killed in a LTTE artillery fire at Thausikulam in the Jaffna district.
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October - 18 
A day earlier, an unidentified assailant lobbed a hand grenade at a civilian’s residence in the Vairavapuliyankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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A day earlier, an unidentified assailant lobbed a hand grenade at a civilian’s residence in the Vairavapuliyankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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October - 18 
A woman, identified as Piriyaliny Karalasingam, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at Selvanayagam road in the Batticaloa town on October 18, according to Tamil Net.
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A woman, identified as Piriyaliny Karalasingam, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at Selvanayagam road in the Batticaloa town on October 18, according to Tamil Net.
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October - 18 
According to reports, the Government intends to seek the opinion of legal experts on the issues arising out of the decision of the Supreme Court to de-merge north-east into two provinces. A senior Minister told The Hindu, "Since it is a decision at t
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According to reports, the Government intends to seek the opinion of legal experts on the issues arising out of the decision of the Supreme Court to de-merge north-east into two provinces. A senior Minister told The Hindu, "Since it is a decision at the highest level, the Government is duty bound to implement the decision."
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October - 18 
Defence spokesperson and Minister, Keheliya Rambukwella, stated on October 18 that the Government was determined to hold talks not to "please" the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), but as an effort to resolve the ethnic problem and addressing
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Defence spokesperson and Minister, Keheliya Rambukwella, stated on October 18 that the Government was determined to hold talks not to "please" the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), but as an effort to resolve the ethnic problem and addressing the concerns of the Tamil community suffering due to LTTE terrorism. He said, “The Government believes that it has a duty towards our Tamil brothers and sisters. This is the right time to step in and address their concerns." He also said the LTTE was making desperate attempts to create an ethnic backlash in the South through its attacks on security forces outside the North and East, adding, "The LTTE chose vital areas like Habarana on the border of the Central Province and Galle in the Southern Province to instigate people towards an ethnic backlash but had failed in their endeavour in both attempts." the Minister added. He said the LTTE was hoping that if their attempts succeed it would send a message to the international community that the Tamil community were being harassed at the hands of the Sinhala community and use this as a leverage during the proposed peace talks in Geneva."
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October - 18 
Meanwhile, the A-9 Kandy-Jaffna Main Supply Route was reportedly closed from the LTTE controlled point beginning on October 18 around 1.30 p.m.
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Meanwhile, the A-9 Kandy-Jaffna Main Supply Route was reportedly closed from the LTTE controlled point beginning on October 18 around 1.30 p.m.
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October - 18 
Meanwhile, Yasushi Akashi, Japanese peace envoy, after meeting Tamilselvan in Kilinochchi said, "We obtained commitments from Mr. Thamilchelvan that LTTE has prepared to go to Geneva for talks on the 28th October… I was able to get LTTE's willingness
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Meanwhile, Yasushi Akashi, Japanese peace envoy, after meeting Tamilselvan in Kilinochchi said, "We obtained commitments from Mr. Thamilchelvan that LTTE has prepared to go to Geneva for talks on the 28th October… I was able to get LTTE's willingness and preparedness to go to Geneva."
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October - 18 
Reiterating their commitment to the proposed talks, LTTE's political wing leader, S.P. Tamilselvan told Tamil Net, "Colombo, as the party that launched offensive military operations and continued air-strikes in Tamil territories, even after the renew
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Reiterating their commitment to the proposed talks, LTTE's political wing leader, S.P. Tamilselvan told Tamil Net, "Colombo, as the party that launched offensive military operations and continued air-strikes in Tamil territories, even after the renewed peace hopes, should come forward to cease all offensive acts and allow truce monitors access demarcated front lines to ensure cessation of hostilities."
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October - 18 
Reuters has reported that suspected LTTE cadres attacked a Sri Lankan Navy base and an adjoining port in the southern city of Galle on October 18, today, and the battle is continuing. The report quoted one military officer as saying that the attacker
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Reuters has reported that suspected LTTE cadres attacked a Sri Lankan Navy base and an adjoining port in the southern city of Galle on October 18, today, and the battle is continuing. The report quoted one military officer as saying that the attackers came in three boats and there were four explosions.
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October - 18 
Suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres carried out a suicide mission on Dakshina Naval Base in Galle on October 18, according to Colombo Page. Troops successfully repulsed the attack, killing 15 LTTE cadres, while one sailor also di
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Suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres carried out a suicide mission on Dakshina Naval Base in Galle on October 18, according to Colombo Page. Troops successfully repulsed the attack, killing 15 LTTE cadres, while one sailor also died in the incident. Another 15 sailors and 14 civilians were injured in the confrontation, the report added. The Hindu reported military sources as saying that five sea tiger suicide boats, disguised as fishing boats, arrived to attack Dakshina at 7.45 a.m. "The Navy destroyed three suicide boats and the other two approached the Galle harbour and detonated at the entrance. One sailor was killed and 11 were injured. One sailor is missing in action. The situation has been brought under control," the military said. Subsequently, curfew was imposed in the city as mob attacks in the town on select establishments and shops were reported. "Soon after the attack, ground troops, STF, Army and Navy personnel were deployed to maintain law and order in Galle," said Keerthi de Silva, Galle Senior Superintendent of Police. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka's Media Centre for National Security said that the Police arrested 16 persons from Galle area under suspicion after the attack.
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October - 18 
The Tamil United Liberation Front leader, V. Anandasangaree said the Galle and Habarana incidents demonstrate that the LTTE was not interested in peace. He told Daily News, "Instead of sympathy, the LTTE only managed to attract hatred of the internat
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The Tamil United Liberation Front leader, V. Anandasangaree said the Galle and Habarana incidents demonstrate that the LTTE was not interested in peace. He told Daily News, "Instead of sympathy, the LTTE only managed to attract hatred of the international community towards, itself. The Habarana, Digampathana suicide bomb attack and yesterday's suicide attack on the Dakshina Naval Base and the brutal assassination of innocent civilians in Vavuniya are all evidence of the LTTE's true intentions." He demanded, "The Government should forward a devolution package acceptable to both Tamils and Muslims in association with the Opposition and the International Community."
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October - 18 
The Website also alleged that a woman was killed and two civilians, including a 10-year-old boy, were wounded when two Sri Lanka Air Force Kfir bombers dropped five bombs on civilian settlements in the LTTE-controlled areas of Karadiyanaru and Vadamu
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The Website also alleged that a woman was killed and two civilians, including a 10-year-old boy, were wounded when two Sri Lanka Air Force Kfir bombers dropped five bombs on civilian settlements in the LTTE-controlled areas of Karadiyanaru and Vadamunai in the same district.
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October - 19 
A 12-year old boy, identified as Mohammed Arif, was killed in a blast when he fiddled with an explosive device at Budhal in the Rajouri district on October 19, according to Daily Excelsior.
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A 12-year old boy, identified as Mohammed Arif, was killed in a blast when he fiddled with an explosive device at Budhal in the Rajouri district on October 19, according to Daily Excelsior.
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October - 19 
A former Bodo Liberation Tiger (BLT) cadre, Nagen Boro, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Bamunjuli Chowk under Paneri police station in the Udalguri district along the India-Bhutan border on October 19, reports Sentinel.
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A former Bodo Liberation Tiger (BLT) cadre, Nagen Boro, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Bamunjuli Chowk under Paneri police station in the Udalguri district along the India-Bhutan border on October 19, reports Sentinel.
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October - 19 
Elsewhere in the State, Police in the Doda district neutralized a terrorist hideout at Gandoh and recovered a large quantity of ration.
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Elsewhere in the State, Police in the Doda district neutralized a terrorist hideout at Gandoh and recovered a large quantity of ration.
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October - 19 
Further, a senior police official posted in a Bodoland Territorial Council-administered district said that the ULFA militants were spotted in areas just across the border with Bhutan, reports Telegraph. “I will not say that they (ULFA) have establish
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Further, a senior police official posted in a Bodoland Territorial Council-administered district said that the ULFA militants were spotted in areas just across the border with Bhutan, reports Telegraph. “I will not say that they (ULFA) have established major camps in the jungles of Bhutan as yet, but their presence there has certainly been noticed,” said the police official.
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October - 19 
Meanwhile, security forces killed two unidentified terrorists in separate gun-battles at Bandipora and Watergam Rafiabad localities in the Baramulla district.
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Meanwhile, security forces killed two unidentified terrorists in separate gun-battles at Bandipora and Watergam Rafiabad localities in the Baramulla district.
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October - 19 
Mizoram Home Minister, Tawnluia, informed the State Legislature that at least 195 former Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) militants and their family members were resettled in five villages in the Mamit district, reports Assam Tribune. The Home Mi
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Mizoram Home Minister, Tawnluia, informed the State Legislature that at least 195 former Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) militants and their family members were resettled in five villages in the Mamit district, reports Assam Tribune. The Home Minister further said that INR 50,000 was given to each of the cadres who surrendered in 2005 as a “rehabilitation cash grant” and housing assistance.
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October - 19 
National Security Adviser M. K. Narayanan said on October 19 that India regarded Bangladesh as a "sanctuary" for terrorists and also a "launching pad" for them into India, reports The Hindu. Addressing press persons after a meeting of senior police o
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National Security Adviser M. K. Narayanan said on October 19 that India regarded Bangladesh as a "sanctuary" for terrorists and also a "launching pad" for them into India, reports The Hindu. Addressing press persons after a meeting of senior police officials of the State on the national security scenario in Bangalore, he said, “We are in touch with the Bangladesh Government on the issue and I think the cooperation is not as forthcoming as it should be.” He said apart from Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operatives, leaders of several militant outfits operating in the North-East, such as Paresh Barua, were living in Bangladesh and aiding terrorism.
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October - 19 
On October 19, army authorities denied reports of joint operations in Myanmar along with the Myanmarese army to flush out camps of northeast insurgent groups, according to The Hindu. General Officer Commanding of the Army's 3 corps, Lt. Gen. M.S. Dad
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On October 19, army authorities denied reports of joint operations in Myanmar along with the Myanmarese army to flush out camps of northeast insurgent groups, according to The Hindu. General Officer Commanding of the Army's 3 corps, Lt. Gen. M.S. Dadwal told the media at Yoruba in Nagaland, "I am not aware of any joint operation inside Myanmar". He was reacting to reports that the Indian army along with the Myanmarese army had launched joint operations to flush out militant groups camping in jungles on the other side of the 1,640 km long border. Dadwal, however, hoped for a positive reaction from the military regime towards India's sensitivities.
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October - 19 
On October 19, security force personnel seized 500 detonators, about 55 kg of explosive materials and landmine laying materials belonging to the Maoists from a house at Batdigha village in the Hazaribagh district. Hazaribagh Police Superintendent Pra
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On October 19, security force personnel seized 500 detonators, about 55 kg of explosive materials and landmine laying materials belonging to the Maoists from a house at Batdigha village in the Hazaribagh district. Hazaribagh Police Superintendent Praveen Kumar Singh told Zee News that of the 55 kg explosives seized, 25 kg was ammonium nitrate. The house owner, Nathe Yadav, managed to escape before the raid.
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October - 19 
On October 19, the designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court convicted two persons, Uttam Potdar and Salim Mira Shaikh, in the 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts trial. Judge P. D. Kode declared them guilty under TADA o
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On October 19, the designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court convicted two persons, Uttam Potdar and Salim Mira Shaikh, in the 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts trial. Judge P. D. Kode declared them guilty under TADA of abetting acts of terrorism by "knowingly facilitating" the landing of arms and ammunitions at Dighi jetty near Mumbai on January 9, 1993. Both were, however, not declared guilty of criminal conspiracy under the Indian Penal Code. But Shaikh was found guilty of "conspiracy to commit terror". Both were close aides of one of the key conspirators - Mohammed Dossa - who was a silver smuggler and is still absconding.
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October - 19 
Separately, a People Democratic Party Councilor’s personal security officer was wounded in a terrorist attack at Sopore.
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Separately, a People Democratic Party Councilor’s personal security officer was wounded in a terrorist attack at Sopore.
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October - 19 
Separately, two ULFA cadres, Aftab Ali alias Rontu Medhi and Dhojen Roy alias Appu Saikia, and a linkman, Munawar Hussain, were arrested in a search operation at Bangaljihar in the Goalpara district on October 19, according to Assam Tribune. They wer
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Separately, two ULFA cadres, Aftab Ali alias Rontu Medhi and Dhojen Roy alias Appu Saikia, and a linkman, Munawar Hussain, were arrested in a search operation at Bangaljihar in the Goalpara district on October 19, according to Assam Tribune. They were reportedly involved in the recruitment of new cadres for the outfit.
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October - 19 
Terrorists are reported to have abducted a civilian, Abdul Majeed Bhat, and subsequently cut his earlobe at Sopore in the Baramulla district. Official sources said that Bhat had earlier worked with Territorial Army.
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Terrorists are reported to have abducted a civilian, Abdul Majeed Bhat, and subsequently cut his earlobe at Sopore in the Baramulla district. Official sources said that Bhat had earlier worked with Territorial Army.
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October - 19 
The ‘general secretary’ of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), identified as Ksh Noyon alias Laba, who was arrested from Khudengtabi near Moreh in the Chandel district on October 19, was remanded to police custody for seven days by the Chief Judici
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The ‘general secretary’ of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), identified as Ksh Noyon alias Laba, who was arrested from Khudengtabi near Moreh in the Chandel district on October 19, was remanded to police custody for seven days by the Chief Judicial Magistrate in Imphal.
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October - 19 
A police personnel was injured in a hand-grenade attack in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province on October 19, according to Dawn.
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A police personnel was injured in a hand-grenade attack in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province on October 19, according to Dawn.
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October - 19 
Further, two bomb blasts were reported from Gwadar and Zhob.
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Further, two bomb blasts were reported from Gwadar and Zhob.
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October - 19 
In the Bajaur Agency, security force personnel escaped unhurt after their check post came under rocket attack while an explosion destroyed a video shop in the agency’s headquarters.
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In the Bajaur Agency, security force personnel escaped unhurt after their check post came under rocket attack while an explosion destroyed a video shop in the agency’s headquarters.
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October - 19 
Meanwhile, Baz Khan Marri, a Marri militant commander, arrested in an injured condition on October 18 from Kohlu district, is reported to have died at the hospital on October 19.
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Meanwhile, Baz Khan Marri, a Marri militant commander, arrested in an injured condition on October 18 from Kohlu district, is reported to have died at the hospital on October 19.
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October - 19 
Suspected insurgents also fired rockets and gunshots on the Quetta-bound Chiltan Express near Panir railway station in the Bolan district. However, an alert engine driver drove the train into a nearby tunnel, thereby averting a major disaster.
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Suspected insurgents also fired rockets and gunshots on the Quetta-bound Chiltan Express near Panir railway station in the Bolan district. However, an alert engine driver drove the train into a nearby tunnel, thereby averting a major disaster.
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October - 19 
Two soldiers were killed and three others were wounded when militants attacked a check post in South Waziristan on October 19-evening, Daily Times reported. “Militants fired mortars late on Thursday at the Ganji Tekri check post in the Shakai Valley,
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Two soldiers were killed and three others were wounded when militants attacked a check post in South Waziristan on October 19-evening, Daily Times reported. “Militants fired mortars late on Thursday at the Ganji Tekri check post in the Shakai Valley,” officials said, adding that the soldiers returned fire and the clash continued until dawn but there were no reports of any militant casualties.
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October - 19 
Seven activists of the Nepali Congress (Democratic) were abducted by the Maoists from Budanilakantha on October 19-morning, according to The Himalayan Times. According to a press release issued by the party, the insurgents abducted the seven workers
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Seven activists of the Nepali Congress (Democratic) were abducted by the Maoists from Budanilakantha on October 19-morning, according to The Himalayan Times. According to a press release issued by the party, the insurgents abducted the seven workers after assaulting them. The party has also urged the human rights organisations to put pressure on the Maoists for their release.
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October - 19 
The Supreme Court on October 19 fixed November 5 for the hearing in petitions of six top Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militants regarding reconsidering the death sentence awarded to them. Deputy Attorney General Helaluddin Mollah told New Ag
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The Supreme Court on October 19 fixed November 5 for the hearing in petitions of six top Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militants regarding reconsidering the death sentence awarded to them. Deputy Attorney General Helaluddin Mollah told New Age, “If the petitions are not accepted by the apex court and the militants don’t appeal for the president’s mercy, death sentences will be executed in a week from the order of rejection.” Meanwhile, the counsel Sarwar Ahmed, in a letter to the Chief Justice, has refused to conduct the petitions as a state defence lawyer. He said, “The accused petitioners have killed two judges and advocates and innocent people of the country. They do not believe in the prevailing legal system of Bangladesh. (But) I am an advocate of the existing legal system in which they refused to get justice.”
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October - 19 
According to Daily News the LTTE delegation leaving for talks in Geneva has summoned selected Tamils from Europe to travel to Geneva to raise funds. The delegation is also planning to visit Oslo and Iceland, sources said. The LTTE television station
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According to Daily News the LTTE delegation leaving for talks in Geneva has summoned selected Tamils from Europe to travel to Geneva to raise funds. The delegation is also planning to visit Oslo and Iceland, sources said. The LTTE television station TTN and Radio stations including IBC, broadcast in Europe without a license are expected to cover the talks. Law enforcement agencies along the Swiss border need to be alerted as LTTE officials and sympathisers carrying large amounts of cash are expected to travel to Geneva to meet the LTTE delegation. This relates to funds that cannot be processed via legitimate banking networks because of the funds being either extorted or voluntarily given for aiding an internationally proscribed terrorist organisation, sources added.
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October - 19 
Further, on October 19, SFs overpowered and killed a LTTE cadre who tried to lob a hand grenade towards troops conducting a cordon and search operation in the Sandilipai area of Jaffna district. Troops also recovered four T-56 weapon, six T-56 magazi
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Further, on October 19, SFs overpowered and killed a LTTE cadre who tried to lob a hand grenade towards troops conducting a cordon and search operation in the Sandilipai area of Jaffna district. Troops also recovered four T-56 weapon, six T-56 magazines, four hand grenades, three explosive firing devices, one communication radio set, two antena's, one cyanide capsule, one remote controller, one empty pistol magazine and a few rounds of T-56 ammunition 45 9mm pistol rounds from his possession.
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October - 19 
Meanwhile, the LTTE administration in Kilinochchci has banned the use of mobile phones in uncleared areas (area not under Government control), according to Colombo Page. The Media Center for National Security said, “All communication booths in this a
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Meanwhile, the LTTE administration in Kilinochchci has banned the use of mobile phones in uncleared areas (area not under Government control), according to Colombo Page. The Media Center for National Security said, “All communication booths in this area have been shut due to the ban on telecommunication facilities. The Tiger ban indicates that they are suspicious of the very people they claim to liberate,” it said.
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October - 19 
On October 19, troops retaliated to LTTE fire in the Navakkuda area of Batticaloa district. Elsewhere, troops retaliated when LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade and subsequently opened fire towards them in the Mylambaweli area. However, no casualties
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On October 19, troops retaliated to LTTE fire in the Navakkuda area of Batticaloa district. Elsewhere, troops retaliated when LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade and subsequently opened fire towards them in the Mylambaweli area. However, no casualties were reported in these incidents.
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October - 19 
President Mahinda Rajapakse asserted that for the first time ever, political parties in the South are now prepared to set aside political differences, sit together, reach a consensus and formulate a framework through which all could work on resolving
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President Mahinda Rajapakse asserted that for the first time ever, political parties in the South are now prepared to set aside political differences, sit together, reach a consensus and formulate a framework through which all could work on resolving the ethnic crisis to reach a sustainable and honourable peace.
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October - 19 
Separately, one soldier was killed and three others sustained injuries in a LTTE mortar firing on Muhamale Forward Defence Line in the Jaffna district.
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Separately, one soldier was killed and three others sustained injuries in a LTTE mortar firing on Muhamale Forward Defence Line in the Jaffna district.
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October - 19 
The Island reports that the annual publication of the International Institute for Strategic Studies, London, ‘Military Balance 2005/2006’, referred to emerging links between the LTTE and al Qaeda. These links were in terms of commercial transactions
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The Island reports that the annual publication of the International Institute for Strategic Studies, London, ‘Military Balance 2005/2006’, referred to emerging links between the LTTE and al Qaeda. These links were in terms of commercial transactions including trafficking for financial gain and acquisition of technology rather than any ideological linkage. Links between the LTTE and al Qaeda in its financial, commercial, arms dealings, and maritime transactions area are reportedly being studied.
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October - 19 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam LTTE agreed to attend the peace talks scheduled to be held at Geneva on October 28-29. The LTTE on October 19 informed Norwegian peace broker, Jon Hanssen-Bauer, of their decision and will shortly name a team of n
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam LTTE agreed to attend the peace talks scheduled to be held at Geneva on October 28-29. The LTTE on October 19 informed Norwegian peace broker, Jon Hanssen-Bauer, of their decision and will shortly name a team of negotiators. The outfit’s political wing leader, S.P. Thamilselvan, told media after talks with Hanssen-Bauer, “We are going for talks in deference to the wishes of the international community.”
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October - 19 
Troops recovered a claymore mine from the Kadawatha area in Gampaha district.
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Troops recovered a claymore mine from the Kadawatha area in Gampaha district.
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October - 19 
Two security force (SF) personnel were killed in a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) triggered mine attack at Thandikulam in the Vavuniya district on October 19.
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Two security force (SF) personnel were killed in a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) triggered mine attack at Thandikulam in the Vavuniya district on October 19.
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October - 20 
Elsewhere in the State, SFs recovered a four-kg IED at Yaripora in the Kulgam area of Anantnag district. One person, Irshad Ahmed Wagay, was arrested in this connection.
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Elsewhere in the State, SFs recovered a four-kg IED at Yaripora in the Kulgam area of Anantnag district. One person, Irshad Ahmed Wagay, was arrested in this connection.
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October - 20 
Further, a cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, Shabir Ahmed alias Rizwan, was shot dead by the SFs in an encounter at Joura Walla in the Gandoh area of Doda district. One AK rifle along with one magazine and a wireless set were recovered from
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Further, a cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, Shabir Ahmed alias Rizwan, was shot dead by the SFs in an encounter at Joura Walla in the Gandoh area of Doda district. One AK rifle along with one magazine and a wireless set were recovered from him.
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October - 20 
Meanwhile, a seven-year old boy died and another sustained injuries in a grenade blast in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district.
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Meanwhile, a seven-year old boy died and another sustained injuries in a grenade blast in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district.
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October - 20 
SF personnel also killed two terrorists of the Al-Badar outfit at the residence of a Sub-Inspector of Police in the Shalimar area of capital Srinagar. The duo was identified as Javed Ahmed Bhat alias Imran Gul and Suhail alias Abu Ma'az. Two AK-56 ri
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SF personnel also killed two terrorists of the Al-Badar outfit at the residence of a Sub-Inspector of Police in the Shalimar area of capital Srinagar. The duo was identified as Javed Ahmed Bhat alias Imran Gul and Suhail alias Abu Ma'az. Two AK-56 rifles were recovered from their possession.
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October - 20 
The ‘general secretary’ of a lesser-known outfit, Retrieval Indigenous Unified Front (RIUF), identified as Phyrnailang Swer, was arrested from Woodland Nursing Home in Shillong, capital of Meghalaya, on an unspecified date for accumulation of wealth
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The ‘general secretary’ of a lesser-known outfit, Retrieval Indigenous Unified Front (RIUF), identified as Phyrnailang Swer, was arrested from Woodland Nursing Home in Shillong, capital of Meghalaya, on an unspecified date for accumulation of wealth beyond his known sources of income. According to Shillong Times, bank accounts of the militant as well as his mother were seized.
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October - 20 
Three terrorists were killed in an encounter with the security forces (SFs) in the Gurez-Machhil area of Kupwara district on October 20, according to Daily Excelsior. With this a total of six terrorists have died in the encounter, said official sourc
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Three terrorists were killed in an encounter with the security forces (SFs) in the Gurez-Machhil area of Kupwara district on October 20, according to Daily Excelsior. With this a total of six terrorists have died in the encounter, said official sources.
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October - 20 
Two Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel were killed in an ambush by the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants at Lungfung under Teliamura police station in the West Tripura district on October 20, a
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Two Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel were killed in an ambush by the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants at Lungfung under Teliamura police station in the West Tripura district on October 20, according to the website of the Tripura Police. The militants decamped with two AK series rifles with three magazines each.
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October - 20 
A powerful bomb exploded in a crowded market on October 20 near the headquarters of a paramilitary force at Peshawar in the North West Frontier Province killing seven people and injuring more than 30, according to Daily Times. The bomb, which had bee
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A powerful bomb exploded in a crowded market on October 20 near the headquarters of a paramilitary force at Peshawar in the North West Frontier Province killing seven people and injuring more than 30, according to Daily Times. The bomb, which had been left in a fruit cart exploded in the markets 10 minutes before the evening prayers, said Senior Superintendent of Police (Operations) Iftikhar Ahmed. Inspector General of Police Raffat Pashah said it was “a terrorist act” and the bomb was “locally made.” Nobody has claimed responsibility for the blast so far.
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October - 20 
Ahle Tashai, a Shia organisation, said on October 20 that Taliban cadres from Afghanistan and Arab nationals were “involved” in the recent sectarian clashes between Shias and Sunnis over a disputed shrine in the Orakzai Agency, according to Daily Tim
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Ahle Tashai, a Shia organisation, said on October 20 that Taliban cadres from Afghanistan and Arab nationals were “involved” in the recent sectarian clashes between Shias and Sunnis over a disputed shrine in the Orakzai Agency, according to Daily Times. Around 50 people were killed in violence before a ceasefire could be brokered between the two sides. “We (Shias) have proof that foreign Taliban and Arabs fighters joined the local Taliban against Shias in the dispute over the shrine of Mir Anwar Shah in Kalaya tehsil,” Syed Hamayun Shah and Rafique Hussain, members of Ahle Tashai, told a press conference at the Peshawar Press Club. “We noticed Arab nationals and foreign Taliban at a nearby madrassa of Sunnis,” they said, and demanded that the federal Government take action against foreign militants “who compelled the local Taliban to violate a peace accord between the two sects, and disrupted the agency’s peace”.
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October - 20 
Sri Lankan navy boats reportedly destroyed seven vessels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in a sea battle off the coast of Jaffna peninsula, killing at least 35 cadres of the outfit on October 20-evening. "A total of seven boats includi
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Sri Lankan navy boats reportedly destroyed seven vessels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in a sea battle off the coast of Jaffna peninsula, killing at least 35 cadres of the outfit on October 20-evening. "A total of seven boats including one suicide (vessel) have been destroyed and we believe more than 35 (rebels) killed," Commander D.K.P. Dassanayake told Reuters. He added two sailors were wounded in the battle. Pro-LTTE Web site Tamilnet said the LTTE denied suffering casualties and that outfit’s boats had damaged two navy attack boats.
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According to Times of India, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a couple in Jharkhand's Hazaribagh district on suspicion that they were police informers, officials said on October 23. The couple - Subodh Ravidas and his
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According to Times of India, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a couple in Jharkhand's Hazaribagh district on suspicion that they were police informers, officials said on October 23. The couple - Subodh Ravidas and his wife - was abducted by four CPI-Maoist cadres from their home at Vishnugarh on October 21. Their beheaded bodies were found on October 22. According to the report, Maoists have killed 24 people suspecting them to be police informers in the past year.
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October - 21 
According to Times of India, Security forces (SF) killed seven militants in three separate incidents in Jammu & Kashmir on October 21. In the first incident, three militants were killed during a shootout that occurred in Nagrin Bahak village of north
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According to Times of India, Security forces (SF) killed seven militants in three separate incidents in Jammu & Kashmir on October 21. In the first incident, three militants were killed during a shootout that occurred in Nagrin Bahak village of north Kashmir's Baramulla district.
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October - 21 
Elsewhere in the State, a boy was killed when militants detonated an explosive device near a police station in the Kishtwar area in Doda district.
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Elsewhere in the State, a boy was killed when militants detonated an explosive device near a police station in the Kishtwar area in Doda district.
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October - 21 
In a separate incident, an encounter was reported between militants and army and police personnel at Arong Nongmaikhong under Mayang Imphal police station in the Imphal West district. A police personnel was injured in the encounter.
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In a separate incident, an encounter was reported between militants and army and police personnel at Arong Nongmaikhong under Mayang Imphal police station in the Imphal West district. A police personnel was injured in the encounter.
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October - 21 
In the third incident, police personnel killed two Hizb-ul-Mujahadeen (HM) militants in Gandoh area of Doda district. The militants were identified as sector commander Shabir Ahmad Bhat and Mohammad Aziz alias Kamran.
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In the third incident, police personnel killed two Hizb-ul-Mujahadeen (HM) militants in Gandoh area of Doda district. The militants were identified as sector commander Shabir Ahmad Bhat and Mohammad Aziz alias Kamran.
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October - 21 
On October 21, three suspected cadres of the Kuki National Army (KNA) were killed in an attack by militants belonging to the Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) at Ekou under Saikul police station in the Senapati district, reports Telegraph. Police sources
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On October 21, three suspected cadres of the Kuki National Army (KNA) were killed in an attack by militants belonging to the Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) at Ekou under Saikul police station in the Senapati district, reports Telegraph. Police sources said that a group of about 40 suspected KRA militants swooped down on the village and attacked the KNA activists while they were sleeping. While three militants died on the spot, two others were injured. The KRA militants reportedly took away four weapons, including three AK series rifles, from the slain militants.
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October - 21 
Security forces recovered and subsequently defused a powerful explosive planted on a railway track near Tihu in the Nalbari district, reports Daily News & Analysis. A passenger train was due to pass on the track shortly. A senior police official said
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Security forces recovered and subsequently defused a powerful explosive planted on a railway track near Tihu in the Nalbari district, reports Daily News & Analysis. A passenger train was due to pass on the track shortly. A senior police official said, "We are not sure about the nature of the explosives used in the bomb, but it appears to be a powerful one.”
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October - 21 
Separately, a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Inao Singh alias Sana, was arrested by security force (SF) personnel during a search operation at Khurkhul under Sekmai police station in the Imphal West district on October 21-morning, according to
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Separately, a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Inao Singh alias Sana, was arrested by security force (SF) personnel during a search operation at Khurkhul under Sekmai police station in the Imphal West district on October 21-morning, according to Sangai Express.
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October - 21 
Separately, two militants infiltrating into the Indian side of Line of Control (LoC) were killed in the Kanzalwan sector of Baramulla district.
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Separately, two militants infiltrating into the Indian side of Line of Control (LoC) were killed in the Kanzalwan sector of Baramulla district.
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October - 21 
Unidentified militants opened fire with automatic weapons at a moving train, Arunachal Express, killing one police personnel and wounding two police personnel and three passengers at Khoirabari in the Darrang district on October 21-night, according t
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Unidentified militants opened fire with automatic weapons at a moving train, Arunachal Express, killing one police personnel and wounding two police personnel and three passengers at Khoirabari in the Darrang district on October 21-night, according to a delayed report.
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October - 21 
The Communist Party of Nepal-United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) General Secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal has blamed the Napali Congress (NC) and the Maoists for the delay in the peace process, reports Nepal News. Speaking at a public function in Bhaktapur
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The Communist Party of Nepal-United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) General Secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal has blamed the Napali Congress (NC) and the Maoists for the delay in the peace process, reports Nepal News. Speaking at a public function in Bhaktapur on October 21, he alleged that both the parties are prolonging the ongoing peace talks by not softening down on their respective stances. He said, “While NC has been insisting on giving the monarch a role, Maoists have been declining to give up arms before joining the interim government. Maoist's love for weapons and NC's love for monarchy hampered the peace talks." Speaking on the future of the King he said, “The King might have to abdicate the throne if there is consensus among the eight parties on going for a republic.”
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October - 21 
In an interview to The Daily Telegraph, The head of Government’s Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona said, "We hope the talks will be conducted in good faith and we hope that the LTTE [Tamil Tigers] will engage in serious negotiations to bring this con
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In an interview to The Daily Telegraph, The head of Government’s Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona said, "We hope the talks will be conducted in good faith and we hope that the LTTE [Tamil Tigers] will engage in serious negotiations to bring this conflict to a peaceful end,“ adding, it is widely agreed that any workable peace deal must focus on a compromise "federal solution" in which the ethnic Tamils of Sri Lanka's north and east are given a measure of autonomy within a united Sri Lanka.
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October - 21 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were trying to intimidate the Sri Lankan Government ahead of peace talks scheduled to be held on October 28-29 in Geneva by launching high-profile attacks. The head of Government’s Peace Secretariat, Palith
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were trying to intimidate the Sri Lankan Government ahead of peace talks scheduled to be held on October 28-29 in Geneva by launching high-profile attacks. The head of Government’s Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, told Reuters on October 21,"They seem to be following a strategy designed to intimidate the government." He added, "I think we must separate the talks from the violence. The talks are designed to create an environment to achieve a sustainable, lasting peace,” adding, "Now, for the first time, the south is united. This certainly does counter an argument that the Tigers had always used for not seriously engaging in discussions which was that the south was incapable of delivering due to the fractured nature of its politics."
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October - 21 
Two 14 year-old children, Rasamanikkam Selvaraj and Konam Sathyaraju, were reportedly abducted by the LTTE from the Thanganagar area of Trincomalee district on October 21.
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Two 14 year-old children, Rasamanikkam Selvaraj and Konam Sathyaraju, were reportedly abducted by the LTTE from the Thanganagar area of Trincomalee district on October 21.
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October - 22 
A People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Chongtham Naocha alias Ratan, was arrested in a search operation at Kiyam under Patsoi police station in the Imphal West District on October 22, reports Imphal Free Press.
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A People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Chongtham Naocha alias Ratan, was arrested in a search operation at Kiyam under Patsoi police station in the Imphal West District on October 22, reports Imphal Free Press.
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October - 22 
At least 12 Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) cadres along with a civilian driver were arrested, while traveling in two vehicles, near Umrangsu in the North Cachar Hills district on October 22-night, reports Telegraph. A huge cache of arms and explosives, i
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At least 12 Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) cadres along with a civilian driver were arrested, while traveling in two vehicles, near Umrangsu in the North Cachar Hills district on October 22-night, reports Telegraph. A huge cache of arms and explosives, including five Russian AK-47 assault rifles, four Chinese AK series rifles, 15 magazines with 16 rounds of ammunition, an M-16 rifle with 105 rounds of ammunition, a rocket launcher, five hand grenades, two detonator hand grenades, an improvised flame grenade thrower, three pieces of dagger, two vehicles, along with INR 36,135, a set of combat uniform and four mobile cell sets, were recovered from their possession.
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October - 22 
At least 757 Bru Liberation Front of Mizoram (BLFM) militants would surrender in the North Tripura district, reports UNI. The surrendered militants would be later repatriated from Tripura to Tuipuibari in Mizoram on October 27. Reports added that the
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At least 757 Bru Liberation Front of Mizoram (BLFM) militants would surrender in the North Tripura district, reports UNI. The surrendered militants would be later repatriated from Tripura to Tuipuibari in Mizoram on October 27. Reports added that the Mizoram Government would give each surrendered militant a sum of INR 40,000 as compensation for weapons, free ration for one year and transit-camp accommodation till reaching the stage of self-reliance.
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October - 22 
Hindustan Times reports that Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed three abducted civilians, two men and one woman, on October 22, in the thickly forested Abujhmad area in Chhattisgarh's Bastar district after holding them captive
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Hindustan Times reports that Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed three abducted civilians, two men and one woman, on October 22, in the thickly forested Abujhmad area in Chhattisgarh's Bastar district after holding them captive for at least 10 hours.
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October - 22 
Meanwhile, at least 685 persons returned from the refugee camps in Mizoram to their native villages such as Lungthulien, Tuilbung, Parbung, Phulpi, Maulien, Damdiei, Taithu and Rovakot in the Churachandpur district, according to Kanglaonline. The vil
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Meanwhile, at least 685 persons returned from the refugee camps in Mizoram to their native villages such as Lungthulien, Tuilbung, Parbung, Phulpi, Maulien, Damdiei, Taithu and Rovakot in the Churachandpur district, according to Kanglaonline. The villagers reportedly left their homes due to the atrocities and harassment perpetrated by the valley-based outfits on them.
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October - 22 
Meanwhile, the PLA captured three persons, Miabam Sanjay alias Naobi, Angom Sureh alias Nongbal and Heiningsungbam Amitkumar, for their involvement in the extortion under the guise of the cadres of the outfit, reports Imphal Free Press. They were lat
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Meanwhile, the PLA captured three persons, Miabam Sanjay alias Naobi, Angom Sureh alias Nongbal and Heiningsungbam Amitkumar, for their involvement in the extortion under the guise of the cadres of the outfit, reports Imphal Free Press. They were later paraded before the media at an unspecified place in the Bishnupur district on October 22.
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October - 22 
Separately, a Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI -ML) leader, Lantuk Phangcho, was abducted by the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) militants from Umrangshu in the North Cachar Hills on October 22-evening, reports Telegraph. H
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Separately, a Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI -ML) leader, Lantuk Phangcho, was abducted by the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) militants from Umrangshu in the North Cachar Hills on October 22-evening, reports Telegraph. However, involvement of the Jewel Gorlosa faction of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) was also suspected in the abduction.
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October - 22 
The National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), DHD and United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) are reportedly involved in extortion activities, despite the fact that all these outfits are under ceasefire agreement with the Union Government, a
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The National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), DHD and United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) are reportedly involved in extortion activities, despite the fact that all these outfits are under ceasefire agreement with the Union Government, according to Assam Tribune.
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October - 22 
Another civilian, Sewapada Sharma, was shot dead by a LTTE cadre in the Poontottam area of Vavuniya district.
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Another civilian, Sewapada Sharma, was shot dead by a LTTE cadre in the Poontottam area of Vavuniya district.
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October - 22 
At Vimankallu in the same district, SFs recovered a T-56 weapon along with a magazine.
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At Vimankallu in the same district, SFs recovered a T-56 weapon along with a magazine.
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October - 22 
Elsewhere, another civilian was shot at and injured by ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the LTTE in the Thonthottam Kovil area.
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Elsewhere, another civilian was shot at and injured by ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the LTTE in the Thonthottam Kovil area.
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October - 22 
Elsewhere, on October 22, naval troops recovered the dead body of a civilian, identified as Ronald Jesunadan.
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Elsewhere, on October 22, naval troops recovered the dead body of a civilian, identified as Ronald Jesunadan.
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October - 22 
Elsewhere, on October 22, nine anti-personnel mines laid by LTTE cadres were recovered by troops from the Pompaimadu area.
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Elsewhere, on October 22, nine anti-personnel mines laid by LTTE cadres were recovered by troops from the Pompaimadu area.
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October - 22 
Elsewhere, one more soldier was injured in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion in the Chiviyatheru area on October 22.
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Elsewhere, one more soldier was injured in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion in the Chiviyatheru area on October 22.
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October - 22 
LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops on duty at a roadblock in the Thirunaweli area of Jaffna district on October 22, injuring one civilian and a soldier.
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LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops on duty at a roadblock in the Thirunaweli area of Jaffna district on October 22, injuring one civilian and a soldier.
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October - 22 
Meanwhile, President Mahinda Rajapakse and leader of the Opposition Ranil Wickremesinghe on October 22-evening agreed on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation on six points pertaining to crucial issues facing the country. The draft MoU,
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Meanwhile, President Mahinda Rajapakse and leader of the Opposition Ranil Wickremesinghe on October 22-evening agreed on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation on six points pertaining to crucial issues facing the country. The draft MoU, variously described as "historic and unprecedented," would be signed on October 23, today, at the temporary Presidential palace.
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October - 22 
Meanwhile, the Government has guaranteed safe passage for the LTTE delegation for the talks in Geneva. The Government on October 22 said that it would provide safe passage for the outfit delegation to the only international airport at Katunayake near
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Meanwhile, the Government has guaranteed safe passage for the LTTE delegation for the talks in Geneva. The Government on October 22 said that it would provide safe passage for the outfit delegation to the only international airport at Katunayake near the capital Colombo. It agreed to provide helicopter facilities for them to travel to Colombo from Kilinochchi. "We have accommodated them over the years. We will provide necessary security, although they have unleashed terror. We are a democratic Government and not a terrorist outfit," said Defence spokesperson and Minister Keheliya Rambukwella. Earlier, the LTTE had demanded safe passage for its leaders to fly to Switzerland.
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October - 22 
The Hindu reports that the Sri Lankan Government is set to demand ‘time-bound talks’ with the LTTE in Geneva. Government’s chief negotiator, Nimal Siripala de Silva, has been asked to demand a time table for the next round of talks, officials said.
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The Hindu reports that the Sri Lankan Government is set to demand ‘time-bound talks’ with the LTTE in Geneva. Government’s chief negotiator, Nimal Siripala de Silva, has been asked to demand a time table for the next round of talks, officials said. According to media reports, the Government’s delegation for the Geneva peace talks will be led by Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva and will comprise Ministers Rohitha Bogollagama, Jeyaraj Fernandopulle, Ferial Ashraff, the head of the Peace Secretariat Palitha Kohona, President's Counsels Gomin Dayasiri, H.L. de Silva and the former Inspector General of Police Chandra Fernando. Meanwhile, LTTE political wing leader, S.P. Tamilselvan, its Police chief Nadesan and outfits’ Peace Secretariat head, S. Pulithevan along with its legal adviser, Vasantha Rudrakumar, will participate in the talks, the report added. However, LTTE’s chief negotiator Anton Balasingham will not participate in the talks.
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October - 22 
The United States is reported to have said that the LTTE has brought nothing but misery to Sri Lanka and the Tamil population in the country. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs, Nicholas Burns, said: "We do not recognise the Tigers and we
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The United States is reported to have said that the LTTE has brought nothing but misery to Sri Lanka and the Tamil population in the country. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs, Nicholas Burns, said: "We do not recognise the Tigers and we don't support them. They are a terrorist organisation and they have brought nothing but misery to the people of Sri Lanka as well as to the Tamil population in Sri Lanka."
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October - 23 
A civilian, identified as Parvez Ahmad Mir, was killed and one fire service personnel was wounded when terrorists detonated an Improvised Explosive Device in the JK Cable Network Office at Tarzoo near the Sopore Bus Stand in Baramulla district on Oct
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A civilian, identified as Parvez Ahmad Mir, was killed and one fire service personnel was wounded when terrorists detonated an Improvised Explosive Device in the JK Cable Network Office at Tarzoo near the Sopore Bus Stand in Baramulla district on October 23, Daily Excelsior reported.
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October - 23 
A Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) of Police was allegedly killed by suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Orissa's Rayagada district on October 23, reports The Hindu. DIG (South Western range), Jaswinder Singh, who was in ch
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A Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) of Police was allegedly killed by suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Orissa's Rayagada district on October 23, reports The Hindu. DIG (South Western range), Jaswinder Singh, who was in charge of anti-Maoist operations in the region, was killed near Guma village while he, accompanied by two personal security officers (PSOs) was on his way from Sunabeda in Koraput district to Padmapur in Rayagada. Singh's vehicle was stopped by a group who asked for contribution for a religious festival. He got down from the vehicle to clear the way, but refused to pay any money. The assailants reportedly shot him as he was returning to his car. However, the Director General of Police Amarananda Pattanayak speaking to Press Trust of India on October 24 (today) ruled out the involvement of the Maoists and said that the police officer was a victim of accidental firing. "We had our doubts about the sequence of events. Both the PSOs were interrogated and it was found that one of the guns held by a PSO had gone off accidentally," he said.
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October - 23 
An unidentified United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre was killed and another wounded, when a grenade they were trying to hurl at security force (SF) personnel exploded, before it could hit the target at village Narayanpur in the in the Lakhimp
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An unidentified United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre was killed and another wounded, when a grenade they were trying to hurl at security force (SF) personnel exploded, before it could hit the target at village Narayanpur in the in the Lakhimpur district on October 23, reports Times of India. "The grenade exploded in the militant's hand before it could hit the target. One of the bombers died on the spot and another was seriously injured," said Assam Police (Intelligence) Chief, Khagen Sharma.
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October - 23 
At least 809 Bru Liberation Front of Mizoram (BLFM) militants surrendered at Naisingpara in the North Tripura district on October 23, reports UNI. According to Assam Rifles sources, the formal surrender ceremony would be held at Tuipuibari in the Mam
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At least 809 Bru Liberation Front of Mizoram (BLFM) militants surrendered at Naisingpara in the North Tripura district on October 23, reports UNI. According to Assam Rifles sources, the formal surrender ceremony would be held at Tuipuibari in the Mamit district of Mizoram.
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October - 23 
Defence Minister Pranab Mukherjee, speaking to The Hindu after inaugurating a Coast Guard Commanders' conference in New Delhi, said that the activity of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in India was a "matter of concern". He said that in
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Defence Minister Pranab Mukherjee, speaking to The Hindu after inaugurating a Coast Guard Commanders' conference in New Delhi, said that the activity of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in India was a "matter of concern". He said that investigations were underway into last week's arrests of two Army personnel for espionage. "It is not a question of giving somebody [Pakistan] another opportunity. Whenever espionage takes place, strict action is taken”, Mukherjee said. He further said, “The espionage rings might have started from Kashmir. We have to first unearth the network they have developed. It appears that they were networked in Delhi and Kathmandu. Other kingpins have to be found out... "
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October - 23 
Elsewhere in the State, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) cadre, identified as Jamshed Mohammed alias Baba Tiger, was arrested in the Doda town after he opened firing on a patrol party of security forces, who retaliated.
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Elsewhere in the State, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) cadre, identified as Jamshed Mohammed alias Baba Tiger, was arrested in the Doda town after he opened firing on a patrol party of security forces, who retaliated.
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October - 23 
Further, an over-ground worker, Shajad Hussain, was arrested from village Anchakri in the Doda district.
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Further, an over-ground worker, Shajad Hussain, was arrested from village Anchakri in the Doda district.
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October - 23 
In a separate incident, two Maoist cadres, belonging to a Maoist frontal organization, Keskal dalam (squad), were killed by police personnel in the Ghanora forest in the Bastar district.
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In a separate incident, two Maoist cadres, belonging to a Maoist frontal organization, Keskal dalam (squad), were killed by police personnel in the Ghanora forest in the Bastar district.
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October - 23 
Meanwhile, a police personnel, Ghulam Hassan, who was wounded in a terrorist attack at Lal Chowk in the capital Srinagar on October 15, succumbed to injuries at a hospital on October 23.
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Meanwhile, a police personnel, Ghulam Hassan, who was wounded in a terrorist attack at Lal Chowk in the capital Srinagar on October 15, succumbed to injuries at a hospital on October 23.
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October - 23 
Meanwhile, the ULFA-backed People’s Consultative Group member, Indira Goswami, appealed to the Union Government to restart the peace process with the group.
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Meanwhile, the ULFA-backed People’s Consultative Group member, Indira Goswami, appealed to the Union Government to restart the peace process with the group.
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October - 23 
Meanwhile, two lesser-known outfits, Barak Valley Youth Liberation Front and United Democratic Liberation Army, reportedly decided to merge by sharing of arms and selection of leaders during a meeting at Kalapahar area in the Hailakandi district on a
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Meanwhile, two lesser-known outfits, Barak Valley Youth Liberation Front and United Democratic Liberation Army, reportedly decided to merge by sharing of arms and selection of leaders during a meeting at Kalapahar area in the Hailakandi district on an unspecified date.
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October - 23 
On October 23, five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a woman, surrendered before the police in the Guntur district, reports The Hindu. The woman cadre was identified as B. Mallamma, widow of a Maoist who was shot dead in
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On October 23, five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a woman, surrendered before the police in the Guntur district, reports The Hindu. The woman cadre was identified as B. Mallamma, widow of a Maoist who was shot dead in an encounter with the police. The other surrendered cadres included S. Brahmaiah, who had participated in the Chilakaluri Peta police station raid in which seven persons, including an inspector and three other police personnel, were killed and K. Saadarao, an army deserter who joined the Maoists and provided them military training.
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October - 23 
Police arrested one Akhter Hussain Khan from Bumhama in the Kupwara district and seized six hand grenades and a radio set from his possession. On the information provided by Khan, an operation was launched to arrest six Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terroris
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Police arrested one Akhter Hussain Khan from Bumhama in the Kupwara district and seized six hand grenades and a radio set from his possession. On the information provided by Khan, an operation was launched to arrest six Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists who were traveling in a vehicle belonging to a People’s Democratic Party leader. "On being intercepted, one of the militants, Mohammad Ashraf Lone opened fire on security forces," an official spokesman said, adding Lone was killed in the retaliatory firing. A pistol, two magazines and 14 rounds were seized from him. Five other Lashkar cadres, Ulfat Hussain Shiekh, Imtiyaz Ahmad Hajam, Shiekhul Islam, Waqar Ahmad Mir and Javed Ahmad Dar, were arrested and eight grenades, one radio set, one pistol, one magazine and 16 pistol rounds were seized from them.
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October - 23 
Separately in the district, terrorists fired a grenade towards Police Station Sopore. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported in this incident.
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Separately in the district, terrorists fired a grenade towards Police Station Sopore. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported in this incident.
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October - 23 
Afghan militants are planning to launch deadly attacks on civilians in Europe in revenge for the 2001 invasion by United States-led forces, a Taliban commander said on Sky News television on October 23. Mullah Mohammed Amin said resurgent militants h
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Afghan militants are planning to launch deadly attacks on civilians in Europe in revenge for the 2001 invasion by United States-led forces, a Taliban commander said on Sky News television on October 23. Mullah Mohammed Amin said resurgent militants had built up stockpiles of weapons and were bent on vengeance against “the foreign invaders”. The Taliban, overthrown by the invasion, now wanted to export terror to the West, he said. “It’s acceptable to kill ordinary people in Europe because these are the people who have voted in the government,” he said. “They came to our home and attacked our women and children,” he added. According to him: “The ordinary people of these countries are behind this – so we will not spare them. We will kill them and laugh over them like they are killing us and laughing at us.” Amin said the Taliban were inspired by tactics used by insurgents in Iraq, namely remote-controlled bombs, land mines and suicide bombers. “They are our best tactic,” he said. Fighters were sheltering in Pakistan and being aided by sympathetic locals, he said in an interview with the British TV channel in the Pakistani border region.
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October - 23 
Suspected insurgents blew up a 14-inch diameter pipeline at Sui in the Balochistan province, suspending the supply of gas to the plant from well No 8. According to Daily Times, a 7-foot part of the pipeline was completely destroyed. Sources said that
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Suspected insurgents blew up a 14-inch diameter pipeline at Sui in the Balochistan province, suspending the supply of gas to the plant from well No 8. According to Daily Times, a 7-foot part of the pipeline was completely destroyed. Sources said that industrial zones in Sindh and Punjab had been affected because of low gas pressure after the blast.
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October - 23 
While two Maoists were injured when they clashed with the locals in Sunsari on October 23-night, according to Himalayan Times.
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While two Maoists were injured when they clashed with the locals in Sunsari on October 23-night, according to Himalayan Times.
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October - 23 
Elsewhere in the district, another militant, Ishaq Ali, was killed in an encounter between militants and SF personnel at Viana village on October 23. Ishaq was reportedly wanted in seven cases, including four for murder. A pipe gun and three bullets
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Elsewhere in the district, another militant, Ishaq Ali, was killed in an encounter between militants and SF personnel at Viana village on October 23. Ishaq was reportedly wanted in seven cases, including four for murder. A pipe gun and three bullets were recovered from the incident site.
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October - 23 
A day earlier, one civilian and a Police personnel were injured when LTTE cadres fired mortar shells on the Vaunathivu Entry/Exit point in the Batticaloa district.
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A day earlier, one civilian and a Police personnel were injured when LTTE cadres fired mortar shells on the Vaunathivu Entry/Exit point in the Batticaloa district.
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October - 23 
Elsewhere, a civilian and a police sergeant were injured in a mortar shell explosion near the police sentry point on the Vavunathivu Sri Lanka Army (SLA) Forward Defence Line.
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Elsewhere, a civilian and a police sergeant were injured in a mortar shell explosion near the police sentry point on the Vavunathivu Sri Lanka Army (SLA) Forward Defence Line.
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October - 23 
In a separate incident, suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) ‘pistol group’ cadres shot dead a lorry driver and injured another at Poonthodam in Vavuniya.
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In a separate incident, suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) ‘pistol group’ cadres shot dead a lorry driver and injured another at Poonthodam in Vavuniya.
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October - 23 
On October 23, ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) shot dead a civilian, Nadarajah Indran, in the Serunuwara area of Trincomalee district.
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On October 23, ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) shot dead a civilian, Nadarajah Indran, in the Serunuwara area of Trincomalee district.
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October - 23 
One more civilian and a Police personnel were injured when a LTTE-laid anti personnel mine exploded in the Bakmitiyawa area of Ampara district.
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One more civilian and a Police personnel were injured when a LTTE-laid anti personnel mine exploded in the Bakmitiyawa area of Ampara district.
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October - 23 
Separately, on October 23, LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards security forces (SFs) checkpoint near Eastern University in the Batticaloa district. However, the hand grenade did not explode.
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Separately, on October 23, LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards security forces (SFs) checkpoint near Eastern University in the Batticaloa district. However, the hand grenade did not explode.
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October - 23 
The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) and the opposition United National Party (UNP) on October 23 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on collaboration on key national issues, at Temple Trees in the capital Colombo. After the signing, President M
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The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) and the opposition United National Party (UNP) on October 23 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on collaboration on key national issues, at Temple Trees in the capital Colombo. After the signing, President Mahinda Rajapaksa said that the move was a manifestation of the need for placing the country before self and party, and would undoubtedly be a shining example to whole of South Asia. He said, "We have begun a new chapter in our political history. I urge our Ministers and Parliamentarians to sincerely sacrifice their special privileges and facilities for the sake of the country. This get-together was a result of a long and tedious exercise to enable our people to live in peace and harmony sans fear and suspicion, by defeating terrorism. This is a great victory for us.” Speaking to Daily News, Rajapaksa said that the signing of the MoU will consolidate their stand and deliberations on reaching a negotiated political settlement to the North-East crisis. "We needed a Southern consensus. That was what the LTTE and the international community were asking for. We have now achieved it," he said.
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October - 23 
Troops recovered a land mine laid by LTTE cadres from the Vavuniya district.
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Troops recovered a land mine laid by LTTE cadres from the Vavuniya district.
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October - 23 
Unidentified armed persons killed two Tamil youths in the Trincomalee district in two separate incidents on October 23, reports Tamil Net. While the body of the first youth was recovered from St.Antony's Lane in Trincomalee town, the second with gun
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Unidentified armed persons killed two Tamil youths in the Trincomalee district in two separate incidents on October 23, reports Tamil Net. While the body of the first youth was recovered from St.Antony's Lane in Trincomalee town, the second with gun shot injuries was recovered at the Hali Oluwa junction in Seruvila division.
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October - 24 
According to IANS, the Madhya Pradesh Police claimed to have neutralized a gang of Bangladeshi dacoits, believed to have been trained by the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan. An unidentified police official said, “We have concrete inform
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According to IANS, the Madhya Pradesh Police claimed to have neutralized a gang of Bangladeshi dacoits, believed to have been trained by the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan. An unidentified police official said, “We have concrete information that the gang members had links with the ISI and other outside intelligence agencies. The kingpins, who provided training to their subordinates in Kolkata, were initially skilled for the job in Bangladesh and then pushed into the country.” On October 18, police arrested a gang member from Dewas town and on a tip-off by him arrested three of his accomplices from Bhopal Railway Station area. With cooperation from the Delhi Police, the gang’s leader Fatima was arrested from Delhi railway station. Her accomplice Jaleel was arrested subsequently. Deputy Inspector-General (Bhopal Range) Anuradha Shankar said, “After the dacoities, jewellery and other material were converted into cash which was dispatched to Bangladesh through hawala.”
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October - 24 
According to New Indian Express, police recovered three directional mines, each weighing 400 kilograms, from a huge dump in the forest near Peddavalasa of GK Veedhi area in the Visakhapatnam district on October 24. Superintendent of Police J. G. Mura
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According to New Indian Express, police recovered three directional mines, each weighing 400 kilograms, from a huge dump in the forest near Peddavalasa of GK Veedhi area in the Visakhapatnam district on October 24. Superintendent of Police J. G. Murali said that six mines were brought from Andhra-Orissa border to the district last year. “Three mines were discovered four months ago and another three were found today,” he said.
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October - 24 
An encounter was reported between cadres of the Third Conference faction of the Revolutionary Communist Centre (RCC) and the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at an unspecified location in the Latehar district. Further details of the incid
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An encounter was reported between cadres of the Third Conference faction of the Revolutionary Communist Centre (RCC) and the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at an unspecified location in the Latehar district. Further details of the incident were not available. According to Indian Express, at least 20 cadres belonging to the CPI-Maoist and RCC-Third Conference have been killed in about six internecine clashes since August 1, 2006.
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October - 24 
Elsewhere in the State, security forces neutralized a terrorist hideout at Bafliaz in the Surankote area of Poonch district and recovered one Chinese pistol with two magazines and 15 rounds, 99 AK rounds, one UBGL grenades, two IEDs, two night vision
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Elsewhere in the State, security forces neutralized a terrorist hideout at Bafliaz in the Surankote area of Poonch district and recovered one Chinese pistol with two magazines and 15 rounds, 99 AK rounds, one UBGL grenades, two IEDs, two night vision devices, one Pika ammunition box, two wireless set antennas and one pouch.
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October - 24 
Elsewhere, an inactive outfit, the United Komrem Revolutionary Army, reportedly revived its operation in Manipur. Formed on October 23, 2004, the outfit comprises smaller tribal groups inhabiting in the foothills of the State such as Aimol, Chiru, Ko
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Elsewhere, an inactive outfit, the United Komrem Revolutionary Army, reportedly revived its operation in Manipur. Formed on October 23, 2004, the outfit comprises smaller tribal groups inhabiting in the foothills of the State such as Aimol, Chiru, Kom, Koirem, Kharam and Purum.
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October - 24 
Further, a Head Constable of the Special Operation Group, Mohammad Hanief Khan, was shot dead by suspected terrorists at the Baramulla town.
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Further, a Head Constable of the Special Operation Group, Mohammad Hanief Khan, was shot dead by suspected terrorists at the Baramulla town.
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October - 24 
Meanwhile, a new group, Greater Kamta United Forum (GKUF), has emerged in north Bengal demanding a separate State of Kamtapur with certain areas of neighbouring Assam and Bihar. According to The Hindu, the GKUF was launched on October 24 in Cooch Beh
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Meanwhile, a new group, Greater Kamta United Forum (GKUF), has emerged in north Bengal demanding a separate State of Kamtapur with certain areas of neighbouring Assam and Bihar. According to The Hindu, the GKUF was launched on October 24 in Cooch Behar under the leadership of Amit Roy. It comprised the Kamtapur Progressive Party, Greater Coochbehar Democratic Party, Ashutosh Barma-led faction of Greater Coochbehar Peoples Association and the All Cooch Rajbanshi Students' Union of Assam. Amit Roy, in a statement, said, “The proposed Kamtapur state would include eleven districts of Assam, all six districts of North Bengal and two districts of Bihar inhabited by Rajbanshis. The GKUF's movement for a new Kamtapur state would be democratic and meet the aspiration of the oppressed Rajbanshi community.”
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October - 24 
Meanwhile, terrorists are reported to have shot dead an activist of the Congress party, Mohammad Afzal Beigh, at Changoo Dooru in the Anantnag district.
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Meanwhile, terrorists are reported to have shot dead an activist of the Congress party, Mohammad Afzal Beigh, at Changoo Dooru in the Anantnag district.
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October - 24 
Police in the Doda district shot dead two cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, ‘divisional commander’ Mushtaq Ahmed and ‘section commander’ Abdul Lateef, in an encounter at Keen Dhar in the Gandoh area on October 24, according to Daily Excel
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Police in the Doda district shot dead two cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, ‘divisional commander’ Mushtaq Ahmed and ‘section commander’ Abdul Lateef, in an encounter at Keen Dhar in the Gandoh area on October 24, according to Daily Excelsior. A porter, who was carrying arms and ammunition of the HM cadres and was killed in the operation, was identified as Mohammed Issaq. A Special Police Officer was reportedly wounded in the incident. Two AK rifles, two magazines, two pouches and 11 AK rounds were recovered from the incident site.
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October - 24 
Separately, a jeep driver, Pranab Modak, was abducted by the NLFT from Behalabari in the West Tripura district along India-Bangladesh border on October 24.
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Separately, a jeep driver, Pranab Modak, was abducted by the NLFT from Behalabari in the West Tripura district along India-Bangladesh border on October 24.
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October - 24 
Suspected cadres of the United Gorkha Revolutionary Army (UGRA) killed a cadre of the Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) at Lower Santuk near Kalimpong in the Darjeeling district on October 24. According to Telegraph, UGRA militants shot at Lepc
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Suspected cadres of the United Gorkha Revolutionary Army (UGRA) killed a cadre of the Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) at Lower Santuk near Kalimpong in the Darjeeling district on October 24. According to Telegraph, UGRA militants shot at Lepcha, a member of the local panchayat (local government body), after forcing him to open his door. Rajesh Subarna, Superintendent of Police of Darjeeling, said that the UGRA chief Ajay Dahal is understood to have taken part in the attack and was one of the three who had entered Lepcha’s room. The UGRA had announced its plans for an armed struggle in early September 2006.
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October - 24 
Suspected terrorists triggered an improvised explosive device (IED) in the Pattan area of Baramulla district. However, there was no loss of life or injuries.
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Suspected terrorists triggered an improvised explosive device (IED) in the Pattan area of Baramulla district. However, there was no loss of life or injuries.
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October - 24 
The Achik National Volunteeer Council (ANVC) reportedly failed to respond to the appeal made by Meghalya Chief Minister, J. D. Rymbai, and Home Minister, R. G. Lyngdoh, to lay down arms, before the State Government could convince the Union Governmen
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The Achik National Volunteeer Council (ANVC) reportedly failed to respond to the appeal made by Meghalya Chief Minister, J. D. Rymbai, and Home Minister, R. G. Lyngdoh, to lay down arms, before the State Government could convince the Union Government to lift the ban imposed on the outfit, according to Shillong Times.
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October - 24 
The Khasi farmers at Block-II areas in the Ri -Bhoi district alleged that they were being extorted by the Karbi National Volunteers (KNV) militants, reports Shillong Times. According to these farmers, each of them had to pay a "tax of INR 100 for eac
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The Khasi farmers at Block-II areas in the Ri -Bhoi district alleged that they were being extorted by the Karbi National Volunteers (KNV) militants, reports Shillong Times. According to these farmers, each of them had to pay a "tax of INR 100 for each item (agricultural produce) sold at Umlaper and Umwang market, while INR 50 and above has to be paid for owning cultivable land in Block-II area." They said, "We are fed up of continued harassment. We are helpless as there is no one to provide security and we have no other place to go," by adding that such illegal collection "goes on throughout the year and aggravates during the harvesting season." The Khasi farmers further mentioned, "One who expresses his inability to pay the tax, the KNV militants threaten to take away the cultivable land or the crops."
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October - 24 
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has set up a Naxal Desk at the ministry amid concerns of a spurt in Naxal (also known as Maoist) activities and reports of inter-state arms procurement by the extremists, reports Times of India. Unidentified M
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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has set up a Naxal Desk at the ministry amid concerns of a spurt in Naxal (also known as Maoist) activities and reports of inter-state arms procurement by the extremists, reports Times of India. Unidentified MHA sources said that the Naxal Desk headed by an Additional Secretary rank officer is likely to be operational soon once senior officers in the rank of Inspector General of Police and Deputy Inspector General of Police are deputed. The concept of the desk was mooted by the Home Ministry in August 2006. Till August 2006, 115 security force personnel and 401 civilians were killed by the Maoists compared to the figures of 94 and 364 during the corresponding period in 2005. Chhattisgarh remained the most affected State where left-wing extremism registered a sharp rise in the first eight months of 2006 - from 265 incidents in 2005 to 469 till August 2006.
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October - 24 
Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, Shyamdev Das and Shravan Kumar, were shot dead by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction at Dangabari area in the Dhalai district on Oc
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Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, Shyamdev Das and Shravan Kumar, were shot dead by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction at Dangabari area in the Dhalai district on October 24-morning, according to Tripurainfo. The militants decamped with one self-loading rifle and one AK-series rifle, wielded by the slain paramilitary personnel, along with a huge cache of explosives.
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October - 24 
Warning that militancy may assume the shape of a "mini-war" in the country, Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil on October 24 asked all para-military forces to gear up to meet any eventuality that could emerge out of the menace, according to Press Trus
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Warning that militancy may assume the shape of a "mini-war" in the country, Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil on October 24 asked all para-military forces to gear up to meet any eventuality that could emerge out of the menace, according to Press Trust of India. Apprehensions have already been expressed that terrorism can have dangerous manifestations and might convert into a "mini-war. Hence, it is imperative for all police forces especially central para-military forces to keep themselves ready to meet any eventualities," Patil said at the 45th Raising Day celebrations of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police in New Delhi. Noting that the weaponry of the terrorists was changing everyday, he said "every eventuality has to be met with grit and determination." Terrorism in all its manifestations needs to be checked and defeated, he said.
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October - 24 
A bomb blast was reported from the Wahdat Colony area of Quetta, capital of Balochistan, on October 24-night. The explosive device had been planted in the backyard of a house in the Government Employees’ Colony. However, no casualty was reported.
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A bomb blast was reported from the Wahdat Colony area of Quetta, capital of Balochistan, on October 24-night. The explosive device had been planted in the backyard of a house in the Government Employees’ Colony. However, no casualty was reported.
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October - 24 
According to Daily Times, the son of a retired Pakistani Brigadier is among three al Qaeda-linked terrorists arrested for masterminding attempted rocket attacks near the president’s house and parliament. The suspects, Ali Ahmed, Muneer and Khalil, we
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According to Daily Times, the son of a retired Pakistani Brigadier is among three al Qaeda-linked terrorists arrested for masterminding attempted rocket attacks near the president’s house and parliament. The suspects, Ali Ahmed, Muneer and Khalil, were arrested on October 23 from Islamabad, based on information provided by eight alleged militants detained earlier this month after the three foiled attacks, Islamabad’s Inspector General of Police Iftikhar Ahmed Chaudhry said. “They are educated. One of them is son of a retired army brigadier, one of them is an engineer who was technically aware of making circuits… They are hardcore terrorists,” Chaudhry told AFP. Senior Superintendent of Police Sikandar Hayat said the men “appear to be al Qaeda-linked militants… They were inspired by al Qaeda. They had al Qaeda literature in their car.” One rocket exploded late on October 4 in the Ayub public park in Rawalpindi, a garrison city adjoining Islamabad, near military ruler President Musharraf’s army residence. Another three were found nearby. Two more rockets were found close to the official presidency building and parliament in Islamabad on October 5, followed by another two near the Inter-Services Intelligence headquarters in the capital two days later. Terrorists had planned to launch all of them simultaneously but only the one in Rawalpindi worked, Interior Minister Aftab Sherpao has said.
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October - 24 
Another blast was reported from the Nushki town on October 24-evening in which a house was partially damaged.
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Another blast was reported from the Nushki town on October 24-evening in which a house was partially damaged.
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October - 24 
In other incidents, suspected insurgents damaged a power pylon after detonating an explosive device in the Dasht area of Mastung district while armed men fired rockets at a Frontier Corps check-post in Mand, a small town bordering Iran in the Turbat
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In other incidents, suspected insurgents damaged a power pylon after detonating an explosive device in the Dasht area of Mastung district while armed men fired rockets at a Frontier Corps check-post in Mand, a small town bordering Iran in the Turbat district.
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October - 24 
Five people were injured when an explosive left behind by the Maoist insurgents exploded at Sardikhola VDC-1 of the western district of Kaski on October 24-afternoon, according to Nepal News.
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Five people were injured when an explosive left behind by the Maoist insurgents exploded at Sardikhola VDC-1 of the western district of Kaski on October 24-afternoon, according to Nepal News.
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October - 24 
A civilian, identified as Vinayani Thambi Gunaseelan, who is said to be related to one of the supporters of the Tamileela Makkal Viduthalai Puligal (TMVP), a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna, was shot
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A civilian, identified as Vinayani Thambi Gunaseelan, who is said to be related to one of the supporters of the Tamileela Makkal Viduthalai Puligal (TMVP), a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna, was shot at and injured by LTTE cadres at Sunnamkerny in the Meeravodai area of Batticaloa district on October 24.
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October - 24 
According to BBCSinhala.com, the Sri Lankan Government has released casualty figures showing nearly 3000 deaths in fighting between the Army and the LTTE over the past eleven months. The breakdown lists more than 1300 outfit cadres killed, with Gover
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According to BBCSinhala.com, the Sri Lankan Government has released casualty figures showing nearly 3000 deaths in fighting between the Army and the LTTE over the past eleven months. The breakdown lists more than 1300 outfit cadres killed, with Government losses over seven hundred. The period covers from December 1, 2005 until October 10, 2006. There were also above six hundred civilian deaths. The figures exclude some recent incidents, which claimed another two hundred lives, according to the report.
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October - 24 
Further, on October 24, LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine and subsequently opened fire towards troops on duty at Naundil in the Jaffna district, injuring one soldier.
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Further, on October 24, LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine and subsequently opened fire towards troops on duty at Naundil in the Jaffna district, injuring one soldier.
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October - 24 
Government Defence spokesperson, Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, stated, “We will be going for talks, not peace talks," adding, that the Government would not restrict itself to the cease-fire agreement (CFA) but draw the LTTE into a discussion on the
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Government Defence spokesperson, Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, stated, “We will be going for talks, not peace talks," adding, that the Government would not restrict itself to the cease-fire agreement (CFA) but draw the LTTE into a discussion on the "core" issues of the North-East conflict like democracy, pluralism, and human rights.
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October - 24 
Meanwhile, a LTTE cadre, conscripted to the outfit some seven months ago, reportedly surrendered to the Army camp at Selwanagar in the Trincomalee district on October 24.
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Meanwhile, a LTTE cadre, conscripted to the outfit some seven months ago, reportedly surrendered to the Army camp at Selwanagar in the Trincomalee district on October 24.
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October - 24 
Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka Navy issuing a special announcement on October 24 totally banned all dinghies and other small boats in the sea along the coastal zone from Wellawatta, south of Colombo to Uswetakeyiyawa, north of Colombo. Sri Lanka Navy follo
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Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka Navy issuing a special announcement on October 24 totally banned all dinghies and other small boats in the sea along the coastal zone from Wellawatta, south of Colombo to Uswetakeyiyawa, north of Colombo. Sri Lanka Navy follows thorough security measures in this zone due to threats of attacks to the Colombo harbour from the LTTE.
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October - 24 
The Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) delegations on October 24 left for talks to be held on October 28-29 at Geneva. Health Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva leads the Government delegation, while the LTTE delegation is led by th
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The Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) delegations on October 24 left for talks to be held on October 28-29 at Geneva. Health Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva leads the Government delegation, while the LTTE delegation is led by their political wing leader, S.P. Tamilselvan. The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission head Lars Johan Solvberg, its spokesperson Thorfinur Omarsson, Norwegian Minister Erik Solheim, special envoy Jon Hanssen Bauer too will participate in the two-day talks.
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October - 24 
The head of Government Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, said, that there is no fixed agenda for the talks. He told Hindustan Times, "The idea was that we won’t get stuck in an agenda at this stage .The Norwegians will talk to us and the LTTE and tr
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The head of Government Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, said, that there is no fixed agenda for the talks. He told Hindustan Times, "The idea was that we won’t get stuck in an agenda at this stage .The Norwegians will talk to us and the LTTE and try and work out a programme for the two days."
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October - 24 
The Island reports that the Army recently had conclusive evidence that the LTTE’s arsenal includes at least one Czechoslovakian built T-55 medium battle tank. If they had one, it is one of three captured in two separate operations. The Armoured Briga
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The Island reports that the Army recently had conclusive evidence that the LTTE’s arsenal includes at least one Czechoslovakian built T-55 medium battle tank. If they had one, it is one of three captured in two separate operations. The Armoured Brigade lost two T-55s at Pooneryn in early November 1993 and one during the Jayasikurui (victory assured) offensive to link Vavuniya with Elephant Pass in 1997. The LTTE had managed to retrieve its tank or tanks before they abandoned their defences in September.
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October - 24 
The political head of the LTTE, S.P. Tamilselvan, told media that the outfit is participating in the talks respecting the call by the International Community, adding, "Agenda for the talks has not been worked out. However, on our part, we have prepar
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The political head of the LTTE, S.P. Tamilselvan, told media that the outfit is participating in the talks respecting the call by the International Community, adding, "Agenda for the talks has not been worked out. However, on our part, we have prepared to focus the urgent humanitarian crisis caused by the Sri Lankan state terrorism in the Tamil homeland." The outfit is prepared to focus the implementation of the CFA, he added further.
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October - 24 
Troops on route clearing patrol shot dead a LTTE cadre when he attempted to lob a hand grenade towards them in the Velvetithurai area of Jaffna district on October 24.
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Troops on route clearing patrol shot dead a LTTE cadre when he attempted to lob a hand grenade towards them in the Velvetithurai area of Jaffna district on October 24.
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October - 25 
A group of terrorists shot dead two brothers, Matloob Ahmed Ganai and Hafiz Ahmed Ganai, at Duraswani Lolab in the Kupwara district on October 25, Daily Excelsior reported.
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A group of terrorists shot dead two brothers, Matloob Ahmed Ganai and Hafiz Ahmed Ganai, at Duraswani Lolab in the Kupwara district on October 25, Daily Excelsior reported.
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October - 25 
According to reports, all trucks plying along the National Highway-39 would stay off the road as they were reportedly harassed by extortionists belonging to the various militant outfits.
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According to reports, all trucks plying along the National Highway-39 would stay off the road as they were reportedly harassed by extortionists belonging to the various militant outfits.
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October - 25 
An unidentified militant was shot dead by security force (SF) personnel in a counter-insurgency operation at Thamlai in the Thoubal district on October 25-morning, according to Imphal Free press. A cache of arms and explosives, including one AK magaz
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An unidentified militant was shot dead by security force (SF) personnel in a counter-insurgency operation at Thamlai in the Thoubal district on October 25-morning, according to Imphal Free press. A cache of arms and explosives, including one AK magazine, 20 rounds of AK ammunition, 145 fired cases of AK, seven fired cases of lethode bombs and one pouch, was reportedly recovered from the possession of the slain militant.
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October - 25 
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel reportedly foiled an infiltration attempt when they arrested three Pakistani intruders near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Uri sector of Baramulla district. A pistol with magazine and ten rounds were seized fro
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel reportedly foiled an infiltration attempt when they arrested three Pakistani intruders near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Uri sector of Baramulla district. A pistol with magazine and ten rounds were seized from their possession. BSF sources identified them as Bashir Ahmad Mir alias Reisi, Abdul Rashid Peer alias Imran and Ashiq Iqbal Sofi alias Abu Hassan, all affiliated with the Al-Badr outfit.
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October - 25 
In another incident, terrorists intruded into the house of one Abdul Aziz Mir at Yaripora in the Kulgam area of Anantnag district and shot dead his son Abid Ahmad Mir, a former Special Police Officer.
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In another incident, terrorists intruded into the house of one Abdul Aziz Mir at Yaripora in the Kulgam area of Anantnag district and shot dead his son Abid Ahmad Mir, a former Special Police Officer.
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October - 25 
Meanwhile, the compact discs (CDs), which were seized from the United Liberation Front (UNLF) militants arrested from Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi on October 3 were decoded by the SFs, reports Telegraph. Reports added that CDs con
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Meanwhile, the compact discs (CDs), which were seized from the United Liberation Front (UNLF) militants arrested from Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi on October 3 were decoded by the SFs, reports Telegraph. Reports added that CDs contained detailed information on the outfit’s cadre strength, composition and weaponry.
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October - 25 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) cadres belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction killed one Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel and injured an unspecified number of them in a militant ambush at Sindhu Kumar Para under Manu police stat
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) cadres belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction killed one Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel and injured an unspecified number of them in a militant ambush at Sindhu Kumar Para under Manu police station in the Dhalai district on October 25-morning, according to Tripurainfo. Though TSR personnel retaliated, no casualty was reported from the side of the militants.
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October - 25 
Separately, the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) warned an officer of the State Education Department, S Geeta, of ‘capital punishment’ in case of her failure to ‘surrender’ to the outfit within seven days, according to Imphal Free Press. Geeta along wi
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Separately, the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) warned an officer of the State Education Department, S Geeta, of ‘capital punishment’ in case of her failure to ‘surrender’ to the outfit within seven days, according to Imphal Free Press. Geeta along with another official was allegedly involved in siphoning off huge amount of funds meant for midday meal scheme.
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October - 25 
A day earlier, security forces fired rockets in two clashes with insurgents in the Dera Bugti district but there were no casualties.
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A day earlier, security forces fired rockets in two clashes with insurgents in the Dera Bugti district but there were no casualties.
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October - 25 
On the same day, insurgents exploded bombs attached to three legs of an electricity pylon near Quetta.
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On the same day, insurgents exploded bombs attached to three legs of an electricity pylon near Quetta.
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October - 25 
The Foreign Ministry confirmed on October 25 that Muhsin Musa Matwalli Atwah, a key al Qaeda member, was killed in North Waziristan during an air strike by Pakistani forces near the border with Afghanistan, according to Times of India. Atwah, wanted
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The Foreign Ministry confirmed on October 25 that Muhsin Musa Matwalli Atwah, a key al Qaeda member, was killed in North Waziristan during an air strike by Pakistani forces near the border with Afghanistan, according to Times of India. Atwah, wanted by the United States (U.S.) Federal Bureau of Investigation in connection with the 1998 U.S. embassy bombings, was killed in April 2006, according to the statement. Atwah, the 42-year old Egyptian, was indicted in connection with al Qaeda's suicide bombings of U.S. embassies in Nairobi and Dar es Salaam in Tanzania.
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October - 25 
In another incident, locals on October 25 set ablaze wooden barriers placed by the Maoists for collecting tax at Ranigunj Chowk in the Sarlahi district. Shouting anti-Maoist slogans, the locals also subsequently blocked traffic for three hours.
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In another incident, locals on October 25 set ablaze wooden barriers placed by the Maoists for collecting tax at Ranigunj Chowk in the Sarlahi district. Shouting anti-Maoist slogans, the locals also subsequently blocked traffic for three hours.
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October - 25 
Meanwhile, a senior Maoist leader has said that his party will go ahead with the plan of forming a joint front for republic even though Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala has rejected it, Nepal News reported. In response to Koirala's assertion that
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Meanwhile, a senior Maoist leader has said that his party will go ahead with the plan of forming a joint front for republic even though Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala has rejected it, Nepal News reported. In response to Koirala's assertion that his party "will not be a part of any Front for Republic," Dev Gurung –a member of Maoist talks team – said that such a front is necessary to overthrow monarchy.
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October - 25 
Meanwhile, the Maoists imposed a ‘traffic jam’ for two hours in the capital Kathmandu on October 25-morning blaming police of sheltering criminals, according to Himalayan Times. Reports of blockade came from Koteshwor, Boudhha, Lazimpat, Baneshwore,
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Meanwhile, the Maoists imposed a ‘traffic jam’ for two hours in the capital Kathmandu on October 25-morning blaming police of sheltering criminals, according to Himalayan Times. Reports of blockade came from Koteshwor, Boudhha, Lazimpat, Baneshwore, Chabahil among other areas. Maoists also burnt tyres at different places on the road in Kathmandu.
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October - 25 
A hartal (strike) was observed in the Trincomalee, Mannar, Batticaloa, Ampara and Vavuniya districts in the north and east of Sri Lanka to protest the de-merger of the Northern and Eastern Provinces, reports Colombo Page. The hartal was called by the
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A hartal (strike) was observed in the Trincomalee, Mannar, Batticaloa, Ampara and Vavuniya districts in the north and east of Sri Lanka to protest the de-merger of the Northern and Eastern Provinces, reports Colombo Page. The hartal was called by the Tamil National Alliance. Sri Lanka's Northern and Eastern Provinces were merged under the Indo-Lanka Peace Accord in 1987 and de-merged after 19 years by a Supreme Court ruling on October 16.
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October - 25 
Elsewhere, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot at and injured a civilian in Kaththankudy area the on October 25.
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Elsewhere, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot at and injured a civilian in Kaththankudy area the on October 25.
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October - 25 
Further, on October 25, LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine targeting troops patrolling in the Rasendrakulam area of Vavuniya district, injuring one soldier.
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Further, on October 25, LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine targeting troops patrolling in the Rasendrakulam area of Vavuniya district, injuring one soldier.
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October - 25 
Government’s Defence spokesperson, Keheliya Rambukwella, in a press conference at Colombo reiterated the Government wanted the LTTE to commit to a time schedule and to discuss the "core" political issues. He said, "We are looking at setting up a time
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Government’s Defence spokesperson, Keheliya Rambukwella, in a press conference at Colombo reiterated the Government wanted the LTTE to commit to a time schedule and to discuss the "core" political issues. He said, "We are looking at setting up a time-frame in addressing the issues concerning the Tamil people. The government will be addressing the core issues with a new approach so that the Tamils could play a vibrant participatory role." He reiterated that the Government was hoping to take up seven issues with the LTTE: democracy, a multi-party system, ethnic pluralism, human rights, child recruitment, infrastructure development and devolution. He further added, "We are optimistic that this round of talks will lead us to a new avenue. The unprecedented Southern consensus reached between the ruling SLFP and the main Opposition UNP to work together to resolve the ethnic conflict, also augers well for the talks and a future political settlement."
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October - 25 
Separately, on October 25, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a Sinhalese civilian, D. M. Padma Kumara, on Galwalamatha Kovil road in Vavuniya.
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Separately, on October 25, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a Sinhalese civilian, D. M. Padma Kumara, on Galwalamatha Kovil road in Vavuniya.
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October - 25 
Tamil Net on October 25 reported that the LTTE have banned the practice of forcibly recruiting child soldiers in areas under their control. The "Child Protection Act," which came into effect in the outfit-held northeast on October 15, also makes educ
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Tamil Net on October 25 reported that the LTTE have banned the practice of forcibly recruiting child soldiers in areas under their control. The "Child Protection Act," which came into effect in the outfit-held northeast on October 15, also makes education compulsory for children until age 16 and bans all forms of child labor, the report said. The new law prohibits the "enlisting of children under 17 years in armed forces, (and) makes participation of under 18-year-olds in armed combat illegal," the report added.
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October - 25 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is reportedly seeking international pressure on the Sri Lankan Government to stop the country returning to ‘real war’. LTTE political wing leader, S.P. Tamilselvan, told Associated Free Press in Abu Dhabi o
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is reportedly seeking international pressure on the Sri Lankan Government to stop the country returning to ‘real war’. LTTE political wing leader, S.P. Tamilselvan, told Associated Free Press in Abu Dhabi on October 25, "If the international community fails to put pressure on the government to implement the (February 2002) ceasefire and lower the hostilities, then the country will be pushed to real, real war," adding, the outfit hoped the foreign backers of Sri Lanka's Norwegian-led peace process would put pressure on Colombo to halt the spiral of violence. He also said that, "Political matters are important and can be taken up, but we are facing a humanitarian problem of huge proportions. We need to address that first."
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October - 25 
The Switzerland authorities will not allow the LTTE to raise funds or carry out any campaign against the Government and people of Sri Lanka in Switzerland after the peace talks this time, official sources in Geneva told Daily News. The LTTE carried o
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The Switzerland authorities will not allow the LTTE to raise funds or carry out any campaign against the Government and people of Sri Lanka in Switzerland after the peace talks this time, official sources in Geneva told Daily News. The LTTE carried out a fundraising and propaganda campaign in Zurich after the first round of peace talks in Geneva in February 2006. Unconfirmed reports said that the LTTE delegation will visit Oslo in Norway and Reykjavik in Iceland.
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October - 25 
Troops retaliated as LTTE cadres opened fire at security forces (SFs) providing security to the Vavunathivu Divisional Secretariat and the Army detachment on Vavunathivu bridge in the same district.
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Troops retaliated as LTTE cadres opened fire at security forces (SFs) providing security to the Vavunathivu Divisional Secretariat and the Army detachment on Vavunathivu bridge in the same district.
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October - 26 
According to Telegraph, a central agency has begun probing into the allegation that some suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agents found employment in the Assam social welfare department during the Congress party’s previous term in office. T
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According to Telegraph, a central agency has begun probing into the allegation that some suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agents found employment in the Assam social welfare department during the Congress party’s previous term in office. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) reportedly has ordered the probe following a request from the social justice and empowerment ministry. In September 2006, the Asom Gana Parishad leader Dilip Kumar Saikia, quoting from a report compiled by a Deputy Superintendent of Police in the vigilance department, Harmohan Kakati in 2005, had alleged that some ISI agents were given jobs in exchange for large amounts of money.
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October - 26 
Intelligence sources claimed that some of the top leaders of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) have softened their stand on the outfit's demand for "sovereignty". According to The Hindu, interrogation of arrested ULFA militants has revealed
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Intelligence sources claimed that some of the top leaders of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) have softened their stand on the outfit's demand for "sovereignty". According to The Hindu, interrogation of arrested ULFA militants has revealed that the ULFA Commander-in-Chief Paresh Barua was fighting a lone battle for Assam's "sovereignty", while his colleagues were ready to climb down from the demand. ULFA Chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa reportedly is keen on reviving the peace talk process with the Centre and is willing to negotiate on issues without preconditions. One of the facilitators of the now abandoned peace talks Rebati Phukan has said that the peace negotiations are likely to resume soon with Rajkhowa reportedly "sending some positive message" to him.
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October - 26 
Meanwhile, a trader, Jayanta Dey, was shot dead by the ULFA militants at Doomdooma in the Tinsukia district on October 26, for his failure to respond to the extortion notice served on him by the outfit, reports Indian Express.
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Meanwhile, a trader, Jayanta Dey, was shot dead by the ULFA militants at Doomdooma in the Tinsukia district on October 26, for his failure to respond to the extortion notice served on him by the outfit, reports Indian Express.
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October - 26 
On October 26, militants of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) ambushed and killed two Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel in the Dhalai district. The TSR personnel were engaged for the protection of t
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On October 26, militants of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) ambushed and killed two Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel in the Dhalai district. The TSR personnel were engaged for the protection of the railway construction works at Sindhu Kumarpara in the Dhalai district. The militants took away one AK-47 rifle belong to the TSR personnel. This is the third attack on security forces during the past one week in the State.
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October - 26 
On October 26, two suspected Pakistani militants, identified as Mohammed Fayeed and Ali Hussain, were arrested in Mysore following a shoot-out, reports The Hindu. Mysore Police Commissioner Pravin Sood said that the militants fired from an AK-47 rifl
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On October 26, two suspected Pakistani militants, identified as Mohammed Fayeed and Ali Hussain, were arrested in Mysore following a shoot-out, reports The Hindu. Mysore Police Commissioner Pravin Sood said that the militants fired from an AK-47 rifle at the police party when intercepted and the latter returned fire before arresting them. An AK-47 rifle, a pistol and some ammunition were recovered from the militants. Documents and a satellite phone, which they were using to communicate with Pakistan and Kashmir were recovered from them.
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October - 26 
Police arrested a People Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Thoudam Inao Singh alias Dinesh, from Sekmaijin under Ma-yang Imphal Police Station on October 26, reports Sangai Express.
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Police arrested a People Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Thoudam Inao Singh alias Dinesh, from Sekmaijin under Ma-yang Imphal Police Station on October 26, reports Sangai Express.
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October - 26 
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said in Hyderabad on October 26 that the nation should be concerned more about internal security than external aggression, as it faced not just a single over-arching threat but a multitude of dangers. Describing terroris
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Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said in Hyderabad on October 26 that the nation should be concerned more about internal security than external aggression, as it faced not just a single over-arching threat but a multitude of dangers. Describing terrorism as "the most dangerous threat today," he said it had become "a hydra-headed monster" from an occasional footnote. According to Dr. Singh: "There are several strains of terrorism present; and you will need to keep abreast of the dangers. Today's terrorists are most sophisticated and have trans-national linkages and adequate resources. Both knowledge and determination are required to succeed against these elements." He was addressing the 58th batch of Indian Police Service probationers after inspecting a passing-out parade at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy.
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Separately, on October 26, terrorists abducted and subsequently killed a civilian, Mohammad Munawar, at Tral in the Pulwama district. The dead body of the victim was recovered at Kongdara in the same district on October 27.
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Separately, on October 26, terrorists abducted and subsequently killed a civilian, Mohammad Munawar, at Tral in the Pulwama district. The dead body of the victim was recovered at Kongdara in the same district on October 27.
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October - 26 
The External Affairs Ministry said that India was keen to assist Sri Lanka in finding “a negotiated, political settlement” to the ethnic conflict. The Ministry said this while announcing New Delhi's decision to provide help to a 15-member delegation
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The External Affairs Ministry said that India was keen to assist Sri Lanka in finding “a negotiated, political settlement” to the ethnic conflict. The Ministry said this while announcing New Delhi's decision to provide help to a 15-member delegation from Sri Lanka, from the All-Party Representatives Committee, looking for alternative models of devolution of power. “The visit is evidence of our willingness to assist Sri Lanka in finding a negotiated, political settlement to the ethnic problem which would satisfy all sections of Sri Lankan society,” Ministry spokesperson Navtej Sarna said. The delegation is on a four-day visit to India to study various models of devolution to judge what will best suit their country. The delegation will be briefed by the officials of the law and home ministries on the basic features of the Indian constitution, centre-state relations and the grassroots institutions such as the Panchayati Raj.
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October - 26 
Two cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isaac Muivah (NSCN-IM) and one cadre of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) faction were killed in a factional clash at Amiphoto in the Zunheboto district on Octobe
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Two cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isaac Muivah (NSCN-IM) and one cadre of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) faction were killed in a factional clash at Amiphoto in the Zunheboto district on October 26, reports Nagalandpost.
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October - 26 
Unidentified Chhattisgarh Home Ministry sources told IANS on October 26 that the Maoists operating in the State have dozens of rockets and launchers capable of shooting down aircraft flying 200 feet above ground level. A senior official said, "We don
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Unidentified Chhattisgarh Home Ministry sources told IANS on October 26 that the Maoists operating in the State have dozens of rockets and launchers capable of shooting down aircraft flying 200 feet above ground level. A senior official said, "We don't know whether the recent large supply of rockets via Andhra Pradesh reached Maoist militants in Chhattisgarh or not. But it is sure that since 2001 they have dozens of rockets and launchers in their thick forest hideouts in Bastar that border Andhra Pradesh.” He further said, “What is certain is that they already have rockets that can hit aircraft up to 200 feet above the ground.”
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October - 26 
Insurgents are reported to shot at a passenger train in the Balochistan province on October 26, injuring two people, according to AFP. They opened machinegun fire from surrounding mountains when the Rawalpindi-bound Quetta Express reached Mashkaf tow
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Insurgents are reported to shot at a passenger train in the Balochistan province on October 26, injuring two people, according to AFP. They opened machinegun fire from surrounding mountains when the Rawalpindi-bound Quetta Express reached Mashkaf town, 100 kilometers south of the provincial capital Quetta, a railway official said. They also launched two rockets but they did not hit the train, the official added.
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October - 26 
Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) ‘area commander’ of the Janajuddha faction, identified as Moazzem Hossain alias Masud, was killed during an encounter between militants and security force (SF) personnel at Manderbaria under Kotchandpur sub-distri
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Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) ‘area commander’ of the Janajuddha faction, identified as Moazzem Hossain alias Masud, was killed during an encounter between militants and security force (SF) personnel at Manderbaria under Kotchandpur sub-district in the Jhenidah district on October 26, reports Daily Star. The slain militant was involved in six cases, including three for murder. A locally made gun and six bullets were recovered from the encounter site.
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October - 26 
A day earlier, troops retaliated as LTTE cadres opened fire on them in the Mavilaru area of Trincomalee district.
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A day earlier, troops retaliated as LTTE cadres opened fire on them in the Mavilaru area of Trincomalee district.
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October - 26 
Elsewhere, a claymore mine activated by LTTE cadres targeting troops on picket duties between Padukulam and Marrakkarampalaia injured two soldiers on October 26.
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Elsewhere, a claymore mine activated by LTTE cadres targeting troops on picket duties between Padukulam and Marrakkarampalaia injured two soldiers on October 26.
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October - 26 
Foreign Minister Mangala Samaraweera said that the international community must see the conflict in Sri Lanka in its correct perspective and let there be no romanticizing of the LTTE. “Sri Lanka is not a run of the mill case of conflict resolution bu
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Foreign Minister Mangala Samaraweera said that the international community must see the conflict in Sri Lanka in its correct perspective and let there be no romanticizing of the LTTE. “Sri Lanka is not a run of the mill case of conflict resolution but one of the most complex and nuanced conflicts in the world. There are no easy answers. As such, it behooves everyone involved to keep this in mind when considering our situation,” he added.
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October - 26 
Further, on October 26, five children and one woman were injured in an accidental explosion of a grenade that was brought home by a toddler presuming it to be a toy in the Chenkalady area of Batticaloa district.
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Further, on October 26, five children and one woman were injured in an accidental explosion of a grenade that was brought home by a toddler presuming it to be a toy in the Chenkalady area of Batticaloa district.
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October - 26 
In a separate incident, police personnel retaliated when LTTE cadres lobbed hand grenades and subsequently opened fire towards Thirukkovil Police Post in the Ampara district.
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In a separate incident, police personnel retaliated when LTTE cadres lobbed hand grenades and subsequently opened fire towards Thirukkovil Police Post in the Ampara district.
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October - 26 
Indonesian Defense Minister Juwono Sudarsono is reported to have said that Sri Lanka has expressed its suspicions that weapons supplied for the LTTE were illegally sent through Indonesia. The state-run news agency Tempo Interaktif online quoted him a
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Indonesian Defense Minister Juwono Sudarsono is reported to have said that Sri Lanka has expressed its suspicions that weapons supplied for the LTTE were illegally sent through Indonesia. The state-run news agency Tempo Interaktif online quoted him as saying, "They have suspected that the illegal weapons supplied to the Tamil Tigers group were sent through Indonesia," after his meeting with visiting Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickramanayake.
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October - 26 
Meanwhile, a LTTE cadre who was reportedly on a mission to carry out an attack on an important target in the Colombo city surrendered to the Ja-Ela Police station.
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Meanwhile, a LTTE cadre who was reportedly on a mission to carry out an attack on an important target in the Colombo city surrendered to the Ja-Ela Police station.
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October - 26 
Similarly, on October 26, troops recovered two 81-mm mortar rounds from the Sarasalai area of Jaffna district.
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Similarly, on October 26, troops recovered two 81-mm mortar rounds from the Sarasalai area of Jaffna district.
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October - 26 
Similarly, troops retaliated a LTTE fire targeted towards Sangamankanda Special Task Force camp in Vavuniya. However, no casualties were reported in all these incidents.
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Similarly, troops retaliated a LTTE fire targeted towards Sangamankanda Special Task Force camp in Vavuniya. However, no casualties were reported in all these incidents.
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October - 26 
The Secretary General of the Government Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, stated on October 26 that the Government delegation will address Tamil issues constructively during the talks scheduled to be held on October 28-29 in Geneva. He told Daily Ne
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The Secretary General of the Government Peace Secretariat, Palitha Kohona, stated on October 26 that the Government delegation will address Tamil issues constructively during the talks scheduled to be held on October 28-29 in Geneva. He told Daily News that the delegation would seriously address Tamil issues and take up any issues that will come up during the talks and emphasised that though the talks are held between the Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) it was important for the Government to address the issues concerning Tamils of Sri Lanka.
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October - 26 
Three cadres of the Tamileela Makkal Viduthalai Puligal (TMVP), a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna, were killed and eight others sustained injuries in a LTTE attack on the TMVP political office on the
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Three cadres of the Tamileela Makkal Viduthalai Puligal (TMVP), a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna, were killed and eight others sustained injuries in a LTTE attack on the TMVP political office on the Chenkalady-Badulla road in Batticaloa on October 26. Police sources said the assailant posed as a LTTE-defector and joined the Karuna faction two months ago, adding, "At around midnight on Wednesday 13 Karuna cadres along with the assassin and went to the Kovil to sleep. Each cadre took turns to stand guard over the others at arranged intervals. When the Wanni cadre's turn came he hurdled two hand grenades at the sleeping figures." Meanwhile, a spokesperson for the Karuna faction told Reuters, "We have ambushed the Tigers who tried to infiltrate and, in the fighting, three TMVP military wing cadres were killed."
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October - 26 
Two civilians were shot dead by suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in the 3rd Mile Post area of Trincomalee district on October 26.
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Two civilians were shot dead by suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in the 3rd Mile Post area of Trincomalee district on October 26.
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October - 26 
Two of the six persons wounded in the bomb blast on October 26-morning in a vegetable field located on Chelvi Cinema Theatre road at Chenkalady in the Batticaloa district have reportedly succumbed to their injuries.
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Two of the six persons wounded in the bomb blast on October 26-morning in a vegetable field located on Chelvi Cinema Theatre road at Chenkalady in the Batticaloa district have reportedly succumbed to their injuries.
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October - 27 
A civilian was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Phayeng under Lamshang police station in the Imphal West district on October 27, reports Sangai Express.
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A civilian was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Phayeng under Lamshang police station in the Imphal West district on October 27, reports Sangai Express.
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October - 27 
According to IANS, three people were killed by suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Chhattisgarh's forested Bastar region on October 27. Two bodies of tribals were recovered from a roadside in the Narayanpur area wh
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According to IANS, three people were killed by suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Chhattisgarh's forested Bastar region on October 27. Two bodies of tribals were recovered from a roadside in the Narayanpur area while a middle-aged anti-Maoist Salwa Judum activist was beaten to death in a nearby area.
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October - 27 
An unidentified National Socialist Council of Nagaland –Isak- Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre was killed by the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant in a factional clash at Amiphoto colony in the Zunheboto district on Octob
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An unidentified National Socialist Council of Nagaland –Isak- Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre was killed by the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant in a factional clash at Amiphoto colony in the Zunheboto district on October27, reports Nagaland Post.
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October - 27 
At least four suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) collaborators, Habel Koloi, Labarai Koloi, Surendera Debbarma and Tipendra Debbarma, were arrested for their involvement in the October 26 militant attack on Tripura State Rifles (TS
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At least four suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) collaborators, Habel Koloi, Labarai Koloi, Surendera Debbarma and Tipendra Debbarma, were arrested for their involvement in the October 26 militant attack on Tripura State Rifles (TSR) at Joychandrapara in the Dhalai district in which two TSR personnel were killed, according to Tripurainfo.
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October - 27 
At least three civilians were killed and 22 persons, including one woman, a child and two Central Reserve Police Force personnel, sustained injuries when an improvised explosive device planted on a bi-cycle parked in front of Paramount Restaurant was
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At least three civilians were killed and 22 persons, including one woman, a child and two Central Reserve Police Force personnel, sustained injuries when an improvised explosive device planted on a bi-cycle parked in front of Paramount Restaurant was triggered at Dhekiajuli town in the Sonitpur district on October 27-evening. According to Indian Express, Assam Police suspected the involvement of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) as well as National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) in the blast.
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October - 27 
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister, Raman Singh, while expressing concern over intelligence reports about a Maoist attack on Government food godowns, said, "Their food supply has been cut off and many of the godowns are in naxal areas, so there are chances
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Chhattisgarh Chief Minister, Raman Singh, while expressing concern over intelligence reports about a Maoist attack on Government food godowns, said, "Their food supply has been cut off and many of the godowns are in naxal areas, so there are chances of them attacking these godowns. But we are alert."
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October - 27 
Eight AK magazines, 93 Pika rounds, six grenades, 19 UBGL grenades, one booster and 45 sniper rounds were recovered by troops from village Ralmundu in the Banihal area of Doda district.
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Eight AK magazines, 93 Pika rounds, six grenades, 19 UBGL grenades, one booster and 45 sniper rounds were recovered by troops from village Ralmundu in the Banihal area of Doda district.
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October - 27 
Elsewhere, a trader, Manoj Chakraborty, was injured when unidentified militants hurled a crude bomb at N. L. Road inside Gurbachans Radio store in the Dimapur district on October 27, reports Nagaland Post News. According to police sources, extortion
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Elsewhere, a trader, Manoj Chakraborty, was injured when unidentified militants hurled a crude bomb at N. L. Road inside Gurbachans Radio store in the Dimapur district on October 27, reports Nagaland Post News. According to police sources, extortion was the reason behind the incident.
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October - 27 
Elsewhere, SFs recovered six kilogram RDX, one pistol with one magazine, one wireless set, one grenade thrower, one AK magazine and 760 rounds during a search operation at Chingus in the Rajouri district.
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Elsewhere, SFs recovered six kilogram RDX, one pistol with one magazine, one wireless set, one grenade thrower, one AK magazine and 760 rounds during a search operation at Chingus in the Rajouri district.
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October - 27 
Further, a Chinese-made hand grenade, which was hurled inside the Lilong Yangbi Awang Leikai compound in the Thoubal district, was later defused by the State bomb disposal squad.
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Further, a Chinese-made hand grenade, which was hurled inside the Lilong Yangbi Awang Leikai compound in the Thoubal district, was later defused by the State bomb disposal squad.
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October - 27 
In a separate incident, police claimed to have arrested three Maoists from the remote northeast Surguja region.
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In a separate incident, police claimed to have arrested three Maoists from the remote northeast Surguja region.
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October - 27 
Maharashtra Police said on October 27 that at least eight Maoists, including a 17-year-old girl, laid down their arms at Nagpur, reports Times of India. The surrendered insurgents were identified as Ramlal, Mahesh, Naresh, Chaitu, Raju, Pramila, Baba
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Maharashtra Police said on October 27 that at least eight Maoists, including a 17-year-old girl, laid down their arms at Nagpur, reports Times of India. The surrendered insurgents were identified as Ramlal, Mahesh, Naresh, Chaitu, Raju, Pramila, Babaurao and Raso.
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October - 27 
Meanwhile, an ULFA militant, Milan Saikia alias Bhaskar Sonowal, surrendered before the Dibrugarh District Administration on October 27, according to Zee News.
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Meanwhile, an ULFA militant, Milan Saikia alias Bhaskar Sonowal, surrendered before the Dibrugarh District Administration on October 27, according to Zee News.
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October - 27 
Separately, three United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres, Khulem Maniton Singh, Khumu-kacham Dabal Singh alias Jeevan and Konthoujam Megha Chandra Singh, and one Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre, Khulem Bidur Singh, were arrested in a sea
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Separately, three United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres, Khulem Maniton Singh, Khumu-kacham Dabal Singh alias Jeevan and Konthoujam Megha Chandra Singh, and one Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre, Khulem Bidur Singh, were arrested in a search operation at an unspecified place under Patsoi police station in the Imphal West District on October 27, according to Sangai Express.
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October - 27 
SFs also recovered one AK magazines with 200 rounds, six Pika rounds, 65 detonators, seven hand grenades, two IEDs, one wireless set, one silencer and one bag from Khanetar Top in the Poonch district.
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SFs also recovered one AK magazines with 200 rounds, six Pika rounds, 65 detonators, seven hand grenades, two IEDs, one wireless set, one silencer and one bag from Khanetar Top in the Poonch district.
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October - 27 
Two unidentified terrorists and a soldier, identified as Lance Naik Jyoti Parkash, were killed during an encounter between security forces (SFs) and terrorists at Kasblari in the Poonch district on October 27, according to Kashmir Times. Two AK rifle
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Two unidentified terrorists and a soldier, identified as Lance Naik Jyoti Parkash, were killed during an encounter between security forces (SFs) and terrorists at Kasblari in the Poonch district on October 27, according to Kashmir Times. Two AK rifles, five AK magazines, two pouches and one hand grenade were recovered from their possession.
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October - 27 
According to Daily Star, two extremists of the Janajuddha faction of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) were killed during an encounter between PBCP cadres and the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel at West Duarpara in the Mirpur sub-district o
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According to Daily Star, two extremists of the Janajuddha faction of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) were killed during an encounter between PBCP cadres and the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel at West Duarpara in the Mirpur sub-district of Kushtia district on October 27. The dead extremists were identified as Abir Hasan, ‘operations commander’ and the general secretary of the PBCP, and his associate Taizal. One police personnel was injured during the encounter. A US made M-16 rifle, one shutter gun and 60 rounds of bullets were recovered from incident site.
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October - 27 
The Chief Metropolitan Magistrate's Court in Dhaka remanded an ‘operations commander’ of the banned Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI), Mufti Abdul Hannan, and his brother as well as a cadre of the outfit, Mahibullah alias Mafizur Rahman, for five days
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The Chief Metropolitan Magistrate's Court in Dhaka remanded an ‘operations commander’ of the banned Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI), Mufti Abdul Hannan, and his brother as well as a cadre of the outfit, Mahibullah alias Mafizur Rahman, for five days on October 27, in connection with the killing of Arif alias Dil on November 5 in 2001. According to Daily Star, both the accused, against whom the murder case was lodged with Sutrapur police station, were reportedly arrested on October 22.
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October - 27 
Elsewhere, LTTE-triggered another claymore mine blast targeting troops while they were on a foot patrol in the Kaudarodai area.
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Elsewhere, LTTE-triggered another claymore mine blast targeting troops while they were on a foot patrol in the Kaudarodai area.
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October - 27 
Elsewhere, on October 27, a soldier sustained injuries when an anti-personnel mine exploded in the Kilaly area.
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Elsewhere, on October 27, a soldier sustained injuries when an anti-personnel mine exploded in the Kilaly area.
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October - 27 
Further, on October 27, ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the LTTE shot dead a civilian, identified as Weerasinghem Chandra Mohan, at Anjisandi in Jaffna town.
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Further, on October 27, ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the LTTE shot dead a civilian, identified as Weerasinghem Chandra Mohan, at Anjisandi in Jaffna town.
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October - 27 
In a similar incident on October 27, a soldier sustained injuries in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion targeting troops in Jaffna district.
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In a similar incident on October 27, a soldier sustained injuries in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion targeting troops in Jaffna district.
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October - 27 
Meanwhile, British newspaper The Times quoting international and local aid workers reported that the LTTE-breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna has abducted between 300 to 900 children — some as young as 12 — since March, 2006, according to Tamil
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Meanwhile, British newspaper The Times quoting international and local aid workers reported that the LTTE-breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna has abducted between 300 to 900 children — some as young as 12 — since March, 2006, according to Tamil Net.
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October - 27 
Presidency of the European Union reportedly counseled the Government and LTTE to cease hostilities immediately and hold talks "with substantial suggestions" to resolve the ongoing conflict. The Presidency in a statement urged both sides to "abide by
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Presidency of the European Union reportedly counseled the Government and LTTE to cease hostilities immediately and hold talks "with substantial suggestions" to resolve the ongoing conflict. The Presidency in a statement urged both sides to "abide by their Geneva commitments," adding, "The Presidency believes there is no military solution to the conflict and has called on the parties to find a political solution. The legitimate interests and aspirations of all communities must be accommodated as part of the political settlement."
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October - 27 
Separately, LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops at Suppermadam in the Point Pedro area of the same district.
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Separately, LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops at Suppermadam in the Point Pedro area of the same district.
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October - 27 
Seven young LTTE cadres reportedly escaped outfit’s Kadiraveli training camp on October 25 and surrendered to the Kallar Police in the Trincomalee district on October 27.
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Seven young LTTE cadres reportedly escaped outfit’s Kadiraveli training camp on October 25 and surrendered to the Kallar Police in the Trincomalee district on October 27.
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October - 27 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) threatened on October 27 to scupper future peace negotiations if the Government does not agree to open the A-9 highway, linking northern Jaffna peninsula with the rest of the country, at talks in Geneva. Th
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) threatened on October 27 to scupper future peace negotiations if the Government does not agree to open the A-9 highway, linking northern Jaffna peninsula with the rest of the country, at talks in Geneva. The outfit’s media coordinator, Daya Master, told Reuters, "Our side says we are going to discuss the humanitarian issues. The government says the political issues. So far no agenda... Let's wait and see. The opening of the A-9 is the main thing under the humanitarian issue. If they reject or don't open the A-9, (there is) no chance to continue the talks." Earlier, the Government had ruled out immediate re-opening of the highway on security considerations and promised to consider it at the right time.
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October - 27 
Troops recovered five T-56 weapons, 23 Magazines, 590 rounds of small arm ammunition and two hand grenades from Ananchenai in the Muttur area of Trincomalee distinct and arrested a suspect.
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Troops recovered five T-56 weapons, 23 Magazines, 590 rounds of small arm ammunition and two hand grenades from Ananchenai in the Muttur area of Trincomalee distinct and arrested a suspect.
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October - 28 
A ‘squad area committee’ (SAC) member and a ‘local guerilla squad (LGS) deputy commander’ of the Maoists surrendered before the Superintendent of Police, D.S. Chauhan, in the Karimnagar district of Andhra Pradesh on October 28, according to The Hindu
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A ‘squad area committee’ (SAC) member and a ‘local guerilla squad (LGS) deputy commander’ of the Maoists surrendered before the Superintendent of Police, D.S. Chauhan, in the Karimnagar district of Andhra Pradesh on October 28, according to The Hindu. Disillusionment with the ideology and ill health were reportedly cited as reasons for the surrender. The SAC member, Bandi Hema, wife of Bandi Prakash, the secretary of Sikasa, a Maoists frontal organisation, had gone underground along with her husband after peace talks began. She was involved in two exchanges of fire with the police in Adilabad district. Eturunagaram LGS deputy commander, Kalva Sampath, a native of Peddapalli, joined the Maoists during the peace talks. He was involved in the killing of a person in Eturunagaram police station limits.
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October - 28 
A 14-year-old boy was killed and at least 10 people were wounded in twin bomb explosions during Chat Puja (an annual Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of the sun) on October 28 at Guwahati in Assam, according to Reuters. The explosions, on the
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A 14-year-old boy was killed and at least 10 people were wounded in twin bomb explosions during Chat Puja (an annual Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of the sun) on October 28 at Guwahati in Assam, according to Reuters. The explosions, on the banks of the river Brahmaputra where hundreds of people had gathered to bathe and offer prayers, are suspected to have engineered by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), said Assam Police sources.
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October - 28 
A 14-year-old boy, Mudassir Ahmad Sheikh, was injured in an IED explosion near the Ganderbal bridge in Srinagar.
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A 14-year-old boy, Mudassir Ahmad Sheikh, was injured in an IED explosion near the Ganderbal bridge in Srinagar.
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October - 28 
A civilian, Khazir Mohammad, was killed and 36 persons, including 32 civilians, sustained injuries when terrorists targeted a Border Security Force vehicle in the Sopore town of Baramulla district.
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A civilian, Khazir Mohammad, was killed and 36 persons, including 32 civilians, sustained injuries when terrorists targeted a Border Security Force vehicle in the Sopore town of Baramulla district.
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October - 28 
A woman, identified as Sharifa Begum, was killed and another civilian was injured in a grenade attack by a terrorist targeting a police vehicle at Jamslan in the Gool area of Udhampur district on October 28, according to Daily Excelsior.
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A woman, identified as Sharifa Begum, was killed and another civilian was injured in a grenade attack by a terrorist targeting a police vehicle at Jamslan in the Gool area of Udhampur district on October 28, according to Daily Excelsior.
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October - 28 
Elsewhere in the State, Doda district police arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre, identified as Gul Mohd alias Gulla, from the Bun area. One Chinese pistol, one magazine and six rounds were recovered from him.
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Elsewhere in the State, Doda district police arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre, identified as Gul Mohd alias Gulla, from the Bun area. One Chinese pistol, one magazine and six rounds were recovered from him.
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October - 28 
Kerala Chief Minister S. Achuthanandnan speaking in the State capital Thiruvananthapuram on October 28 said that his Government has decided to closely monitor the extent of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI)-aided activities in the State. He said that
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Kerala Chief Minister S. Achuthanandnan speaking in the State capital Thiruvananthapuram on October 28 said that his Government has decided to closely monitor the extent of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI)-aided activities in the State. He said that there were indications that the State, which was for long considered safe, was not free from the influence of "externally-aided activities". He further said that central and state agencies would make joint efforts in that direction.
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October - 28 
Meanwhile, security force (SF) personnel killed another terrorist at Kasblari in the Mendhar area of Poonch district taking the toll in the two days encounter to three. One soldier is reported to have died in the incident.
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Meanwhile, security force (SF) personnel killed another terrorist at Kasblari in the Mendhar area of Poonch district taking the toll in the two days encounter to three. One soldier is reported to have died in the incident.
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October - 28 
Over 4,000 people have reportedly fled their houses in Nagaland's Zunheboto district after a gun-battle broke out between the rival militant factions — National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the NSCN-Khaplang. The Deputy Com
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Over 4,000 people have reportedly fled their houses in Nagaland's Zunheboto district after a gun-battle broke out between the rival militant factions — National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the NSCN-Khaplang. The Deputy Commissioner told The Hindu that about 160 cadres of the NSCN-IM and about 100 cadres of the Khaplang faction had been engaged in a fierce encounter at Amiphoto Colony since October 26-morning. Two Khaplang faction cadres were killed. The militants used rocket launchers, mortars, AK-47, AK-56 and snipers in the heavy exchange of fire. "It is a systematic violation of the ground rules of ceasefire by both the factions," he added.
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October - 28 
Police personnel arrested four persons and recovered a huge quantity of explosive material from them at Dasnagar on the outskirts of Nizamabad town on October 28, reports The Hindu. They were identified as Kashi Kannaiah, M. Venkataiah, Sivaratri Lin
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Police personnel arrested four persons and recovered a huge quantity of explosive material from them at Dasnagar on the outskirts of Nizamabad town on October 28, reports The Hindu. They were identified as Kashi Kannaiah, M. Venkataiah, Sivaratri Lingaiah and Sivaratri Iddaiah. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Anjanikumar, said on November 1 that, during a routine vehicle checking at Dasnagar, police personnel recovered 100 electrical detonators from the bag of a person. Following information provided by him, the police arrested another person from Vannel village in the Nandipet area and recovered 300 detonators. Separately, police also arrested two more persons at their native place Nandipet and recovered 1900 gelatine sticks, 450 detonators and two compression tractors from them.
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October - 28 
Separately, two Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadres, including a woman, were arrested from Indira Park Imphal in the Imphal West district on October 28, according to the Imphal Free Press. The woman was identified as Kshetrimayum Tamphashana alias
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Separately, two Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadres, including a woman, were arrested from Indira Park Imphal in the Imphal West district on October 28, according to the Imphal Free Press. The woman was identified as Kshetrimayum Tamphashana alias Bina Devi, while the other cadre was identified as Khangembam Premjit alias Prem alias Basanta.
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October - 28 
SFs arrested two militants from Budgam and seized two AK magazines, 58 rounds, two UBGL grenades, two hand grenades, one pistol, one magazine and six rounds from them.
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SFs arrested two militants from Budgam and seized two AK magazines, 58 rounds, two UBGL grenades, two hand grenades, one pistol, one magazine and six rounds from them.
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October - 28 
A bicycle bomb exploded outside a police barracks in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, on October 28, killing at least one person and injuring 12, according to Daily Times. The blast reportedly occurred near Global Plaza on the Police Line in
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A bicycle bomb exploded outside a police barracks in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, on October 28, killing at least one person and injuring 12, according to Daily Times. The blast reportedly occurred near Global Plaza on the Police Line in the highly sensitive area of Quetta Cantonment.
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October - 28 
Maoist insurgents disrupted a public programme held by the Nepali Congress (NC) in the Kalikot district on October 28, according to Nepal News. NC sources said that the Maoists also severely assaulted dozens of district leaders and workers of the par
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Maoist insurgents disrupted a public programme held by the Nepali Congress (NC) in the Kalikot district on October 28, according to Nepal News. NC sources said that the Maoists also severely assaulted dozens of district leaders and workers of the party and abducted some leaders.
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October - 28 
A day earlier, troops recovered an unidentified dead body from the Kottadi Jetty area in Jaffna district.
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A day earlier, troops recovered an unidentified dead body from the Kottadi Jetty area in Jaffna district.
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October - 28 
An unidentified assailant shot dead a civilian, identified as Nallaiya Sivakumara, in the Maligathivu area of Trincomalee district.
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An unidentified assailant shot dead a civilian, identified as Nallaiya Sivakumara, in the Maligathivu area of Trincomalee district.
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October - 28 
Elsewhere, on October 28, LTTE cadres shot dead two soldiers in the Mirusuvil area.
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Elsewhere, on October 28, LTTE cadres shot dead two soldiers in the Mirusuvil area.
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October - 28 
In his 3,000-word counter, the LTTE political head and leader of the delegation, S. P. Tamilselvan sought to hold the Sri Lankan Government responsible for the ground situation and declared the peace talks were contingent upon implementation of the 2
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In his 3,000-word counter, the LTTE political head and leader of the delegation, S. P. Tamilselvan sought to hold the Sri Lankan Government responsible for the ground situation and declared the peace talks were contingent upon implementation of the 2002 Ceasefire Agreement (CFA). Seeking full implementation of the February 2002 CFA, he said, "Such actions will bring normalcy in the lives of our people, and help in taking forward the peace process towards a satisfactory conclusion… The best we can hope for from the current talks is, therefore, the strengthening of the CFA agreement that has the potential to lead to a permanent, just peace in this island."
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October - 28 
LTEE cadres detonated a claymore aiming Police route clearing party in the Veppankulam area of Vavuniya district on October 28 (today), injuring three Police constables.
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LTEE cadres detonated a claymore aiming Police route clearing party in the Veppankulam area of Vavuniya district on October 28 (today), injuring three Police constables.
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October - 28 
LTTE cadres reportedly abducted 11 children from Batticaloa while they were attending a Pooja (worship) at Murugan Hindu Kovil in Sittandy.
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LTTE cadres reportedly abducted 11 children from Batticaloa while they were attending a Pooja (worship) at Murugan Hindu Kovil in Sittandy.
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October - 28 
Meanwhile, head of the Sri Lankan delegation Nimal Siripala de Silva issued a 6,600-word statement at the inaugural of the peace talks, blaming the LTTE for the current situation. "The Government hopes that these talks will be the beginning of a prod
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Meanwhile, head of the Sri Lankan delegation Nimal Siripala de Silva issued a 6,600-word statement at the inaugural of the peace talks, blaming the LTTE for the current situation. "The Government hopes that these talks will be the beginning of a productive dialogue and a fruitful exchange of views with all persons concerned on the many substantive issues relating to this conflict that has taken a massive toll on the people of the country. Foremost among these issues are the restoration of democracy, political pluralism, meaningful devolution, human rights and economic development", he told the delegates.
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October - 28 
Separately, a soldier, identified as Bombardier P.G. Wijesinghe, was killed and another sustained injuries in a LTTE firing in the Mavadivembu area of Batticaloa district.
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Separately, a soldier, identified as Bombardier P.G. Wijesinghe, was killed and another sustained injuries in a LTTE firing in the Mavadivembu area of Batticaloa district.
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October - 28 
Separately, four civilians, including an infant, were injured when an unidentified assailant fired at them while they were in their residence in the Vandaramoolai area of Batticaloa district. Elsewhere, LTTE cadres shot at and injured a civilian at S
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Separately, four civilians, including an infant, were injured when an unidentified assailant fired at them while they were in their residence in the Vandaramoolai area of Batticaloa district. Elsewhere, LTTE cadres shot at and injured a civilian at Sittandy.
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October - 28 
Suspected cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) set off two roadside bombs injuring six police officers on October 28 in the northeast, AP reported. The first bomb targeted a group of police officers on a road patrol in the northe
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Suspected cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) set off two roadside bombs injuring six police officers on October 28 in the northeast, AP reported. The first bomb targeted a group of police officers on a road patrol in the northern district of Vavuniya, a Defense Ministry officer said. Vavuniya is the northernmost Government-held garrison town before LTTE-held territory. The second blast occurred three hours later in the eastern Batticaloa district and wounded three officers of the elite police Special Task Force (STF), the officer said. The LTTE targeted a police truck carrying STF officers, he added.
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October - 28 
The two-day peace talks between the Sri Lanka Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) began in Geneva on October 28 with a message from Norway that the former faced the danger of losing the goodwill and foreign aid if the situation
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The two-day peace talks between the Sri Lanka Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) began in Geneva on October 28 with a message from Norway that the former faced the danger of losing the goodwill and foreign aid if the situation did not improve, according to The Hindu. Norway's International Development Minister Erik Solheim termed the ongoing undeclared war as an "un-winnable war" and blamed both the Government and LTTE for the state of affairs. He said: "We have shown a lot of patience and we are prepared to show more, but the people in Sri Lanka and the international community will be impatient." Solheim warned that Sri Lanka risked losing huge foreign aid and goodwill if the two sides did not work towards a final political solution based on a federal formula of December 2002. According to him, "The number of people killed in Sri Lanka in the past eight months has exceeded the death toll in Lebanon… The resumption of dialogue is a step in the right direction. These talks constitute a small ray of hope, at least a step in the right direction."
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October - 28 
Three Army personnel, including an officer, were injured when LTTE cadres fired mortars targeting troops on Forward Defence Line in the Nagarkovil, Muhamale and Elutumaddual areas of Jaffna district.
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Three Army personnel, including an officer, were injured when LTTE cadres fired mortars targeting troops on Forward Defence Line in the Nagarkovil, Muhamale and Elutumaddual areas of Jaffna district.
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October - 28 
Troops retaliated as LTTE cadres opened fire towards them in the Ampara district. During subsequent search operations, two dead bodies of LTTE cadres and two weapons were recovered.
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Troops retaliated as LTTE cadres opened fire towards them in the Ampara district. During subsequent search operations, two dead bodies of LTTE cadres and two weapons were recovered.
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October - 29 
A Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) cadre, identified as ‘private’ Suranjoy Singh, was shot dead by security force personnel in a counter-insurgency operation at Laipham Khunou Mayai Leikai under Heingang police station in the Imphal East District on
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A Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) cadre, identified as ‘private’ Suranjoy Singh, was shot dead by security force personnel in a counter-insurgency operation at Laipham Khunou Mayai Leikai under Heingang police station in the Imphal East District on October 29, reports Morung Express. One 9-mm pistol along with a magazine containing three live rounds was recovered from his possession.
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October - 29 
According to Indian Express, another child succumbed to his injuries in the October 28 United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) triggered twin bomb explosions at Guwahati on the banks of the river Brahmaputra during Chhath Puja (an annual Hindu festiva
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According to Indian Express, another child succumbed to his injuries in the October 28 United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) triggered twin bomb explosions at Guwahati on the banks of the river Brahmaputra during Chhath Puja (an annual Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of the sun) celebration increasing the number of civilian casualty to two.
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October - 29 
Bihar Police has reportedly sounded a high alert in the Maoist–affected north and southern parts of the State and intensified patrolling in view of the bandh (general strike) called by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 30 in
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Bihar Police has reportedly sounded a high alert in the Maoist–affected north and southern parts of the State and intensified patrolling in view of the bandh (general strike) called by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 30 in protest against the arrest of its top leaders. The Bihar-Jharkhand Special Area Committee and the People's Liberation Guerilla Army have extended support to the strike call. Inspector General of Police (Tirhut zone) Sumit Kumar told The Hindu, “The SSB, which guards the Indo-Nepal border, has been asked to cooperate with the district police to nab ultras trying to sneak into Indian territory from neighbouring Nepal to create disturbances.”
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October - 29 
Elsewhere in the State, SF personnel recovered three kilograms of explosives, one I Com radio set antenna, two binoculars, one UBGL, 75 AK rounds and six magazines from the forest area of Lalantrang in Poonch district.
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Elsewhere in the State, SF personnel recovered three kilograms of explosives, one I Com radio set antenna, two binoculars, one UBGL, 75 AK rounds and six magazines from the forest area of Lalantrang in Poonch district.
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October - 29 
Elsewhere, Guwahati City Police recovered and later defused, on October 29-morning, a Programmable Time Device planted by unidentified militants to trigger an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion at Basistha Chariali area, reports Sentinel.
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Elsewhere, Guwahati City Police recovered and later defused, on October 29-morning, a Programmable Time Device planted by unidentified militants to trigger an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion at Basistha Chariali area, reports Sentinel.
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October - 29 
Elsewhere, suspected Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) militants reportedly abducted Samdes Ardau, a revenue officer in the North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council, from his Haflong residence.
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Elsewhere, suspected Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) militants reportedly abducted Samdes Ardau, a revenue officer in the North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council, from his Haflong residence.
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October - 29 
Mohammad Iqbal Mir, a 24-year-old civilian, believed to be an informant of the security forces, was abducted and subsequently killed by terrorists in the Yarwan forest of Pulwama district on October 29, according to Daily Excelsior. A note, purported
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Mohammad Iqbal Mir, a 24-year-old civilian, believed to be an informant of the security forces, was abducted and subsequently killed by terrorists in the Yarwan forest of Pulwama district on October 29, according to Daily Excelsior. A note, purportedly written on behalf of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and labeling the individual an informant had been recovered from the incident site. However, no terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the incident so far.
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October - 29 
On October 29, the Karnataka Police arrested three persons from Mysore city on charges of fabricating false records and aiding one of the two Pakistani terrorists arrested on October 27 in obtaining forged documents. According to Rediff, Sadiq, Gopal
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On October 29, the Karnataka Police arrested three persons from Mysore city on charges of fabricating false records and aiding one of the two Pakistani terrorists arrested on October 27 in obtaining forged documents. According to Rediff, Sadiq, Gopal and Nanjappa were arrested for helping terrorist Mohammed Ali Hussain get a ration card, birth certificate and domicile certificate and in filing his passport application. Karnataka Director General of Police, B. S. Sial, said that based on the false certificates, Sadiq got Hussain's passport application form prepared and tried to get him a passport. But the police rejected his application during verification.
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October - 29 
One ULFA cadre identified as, Kanak Rava, was arrested by the security force personnel during a search operation near Dadan police outpost in the Goalpara district on October 29, according to The Telegraph. A Chinese-made hand grenade was recovered f
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One ULFA cadre identified as, Kanak Rava, was arrested by the security force personnel during a search operation near Dadan police outpost in the Goalpara district on October 29, according to The Telegraph. A Chinese-made hand grenade was recovered from his possession.
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October - 29 
Press Trust of India has reported that violent incidents in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) have declined in the last one year since a Congress party-led Government under Ghulam Nabi Azad took office. Official figures reportedly show a 20 per cent decline in
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Press Trust of India has reported that violent incidents in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) have declined in the last one year since a Congress party-led Government under Ghulam Nabi Azad took office. Official figures reportedly show a 20 per cent decline in the incidents of violence since he took over. Figures available with the Union Home Ministry also show that the killing of civilians and security force personnel has fallen by 27 per cent during Azad’s tenure. Apart from an increase in grenade attacks, there has been a decline in other violent incidents during his term, according to the official figures. According to official sources in New Delhi, 1,642 incidents of violence by terrorists occurred in J&K during November 2005-October 2006, against 2,026 such incidents during the November 2004-October 2005, the third and last year of the People’s Democratic party-led coalition Government under Mufti Mohammed Sayeed. While incidents of explosions, firing by terrorists and cross-firing have registered a decline, grenade attacks increased during the past 12 months. This year, about 200 grenade attacks were recorded, against 126 in the preceding year. On the other hand, incidents of explosions decreased from 118 to 71, incidents of firing by terrorists from 446 to 321 and cross-firing from 591 to 449, sources said.
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October - 29 
Security forces (SFs) arrested Fayaz Ahmed, a cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), and four new recruits from Killanwali in the Mahore area of Udhampur district along with one .303 rifle with one magazine, 110 rounds and one 12 bore single barrel gun.
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Security forces (SFs) arrested Fayaz Ahmed, a cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), and four new recruits from Killanwali in the Mahore area of Udhampur district along with one .303 rifle with one magazine, 110 rounds and one 12 bore single barrel gun.
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October - 29 
The Sub Divisional Judicial Magistrate’s Court remanded Hebal Abel Koloy, chairman of the Borok People's Human Rights Organisation, to police custody for three days for his connivance in the October 26-militant ambush on Tripura State Rifles (personn
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The Sub Divisional Judicial Magistrate’s Court remanded Hebal Abel Koloy, chairman of the Borok People's Human Rights Organisation, to police custody for three days for his connivance in the October 26-militant ambush on Tripura State Rifles (personnel at Sindhukumarapara in the Dhalai district, according to Press Trust of India. Koloy was reportedly arrested from Khwumpui Academy at Khwumulung on October 29. Reports added that he visited different places in Southeast Asia in his capacity as a rights activist and met different anti-India agencies for collection of funds.
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October - 29 
Pakistan has received billions of dollars in reimbursement for its support of US-led counter-terrorism operations, while Congress has appropriated billions of dollars to reimburse Pakistan for its support of counter-terrorism operations, Daily Times
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Pakistan has received billions of dollars in reimbursement for its support of US-led counter-terrorism operations, while Congress has appropriated billions of dollars to reimburse Pakistan for its support of counter-terrorism operations, Daily Times reported on October 29. According to an updated version of a Congressional Research Service (CRS) report on Pakistan, “As of September 2006, a total of $6.64 billion had been appropriated for FY2002-FY2007 Defence Department spending for coalition support payments to Pakistan and other cooperating nations. Pentagon documents indicate that disbursements to Islamabad account for the great majority of these funds: about $3.6 billion for operations from January 2002 through August 2005, an amount roughly equal to one-quarter of Pakistan’s total military expenditures during that period. The Defence Department Appropriations Act, 2007 would allow that up to $900 million in Pentagon funds be used for FY2007 reimbursements.” Pakistan is among the world’s leading recipients of US aid, obtaining more than $3.5 billion in direct US assistance for FY2002-FY2006, including $1.5 billion in security-related aid. The CRS report says US concerns regarding Pakistan include regional terrorism, Pakistan-Afghanistan relations, weapon proliferation, the ongoing Kashmir problem and Pakistan-India tensions, human rights protection and economic development. It recalls that a US-Pakistan relationship marked by periods of both cooperation and discord was transformed by the September 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States and the ensuing enlistment of Pakistan as a key ally in US-led counter-terrorism efforts. The report adds, “Top US officials regularly praise Islamabad for its ongoing cooperation, although doubts exist about Islamabad’s commitment to some core US interests. Pakistan is identified as a base for terrorist groups and their supporters operating in Kashmir, India, and Afghanistan.”
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October - 29 
The movement of militants from Pakistan into Afghanistan has increased since Islamabad signed a deal with tribal elders in September 2006, said NATO’s top military commander on October 28, according to Daily Times. The International Security Assistan
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The movement of militants from Pakistan into Afghanistan has increased since Islamabad signed a deal with tribal elders in September 2006, said NATO’s top military commander on October 28, according to Daily Times. The International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) was monitoring the situation after the agreement with pro-Taliban elders in North Waziristan, General James Jones told reporters. He said the ISAF, however, was still evaluating the situation and the first indications might not be conclusive. However, Pakistani Foreign Office spokesperson Tasneem Aslam rejected General James’s statement. She called the Afghan situation quite “complex and complicated for NATO to handle”, and said the force itself had signed two deals modeled on the North Waziristan accord.
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October - 29 
Two rocket attacks were reported from Quetta, capital of Balochistan, on October 29. According to Dawn, the rockets were fired from an unknown place in the west of Quetta city with brief interval causing panic among the residents of these areas. Howe
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Two rocket attacks were reported from Quetta, capital of Balochistan, on October 29. According to Dawn, the rockets were fired from an unknown place in the west of Quetta city with brief interval causing panic among the residents of these areas. However, no casualty was reported. The rockets landed in open areas near the Jinnah Market and Chaman railway crossing.
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October - 29 
As the three-month cease-fire announced by the Maoists is set to expire on October 29, the Maoist chairman Prachanda is likely to make another announcement of its extension soon, reports Nepal News. An announcement to this effect is expected by Octob
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As the three-month cease-fire announced by the Maoists is set to expire on October 29, the Maoist chairman Prachanda is likely to make another announcement of its extension soon, reports Nepal News. An announcement to this effect is expected by October 28, today, the report added.
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October - 29 
Meanwhile, political leaders and Maoist victims on October 29 warned that another rebellion might take place if the Government and the Maoists failed to address the problem of insurgency victims in the ongoing peace talks, according to Himalayan Time
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Meanwhile, political leaders and Maoist victims on October 29 warned that another rebellion might take place if the Government and the Maoists failed to address the problem of insurgency victims in the ongoing peace talks, according to Himalayan Times. Speaking at a meeting in the capital Kathmandu, Nepali Congress (Democratic) leader Narayan Khadka said the problem of Maoist victims should be discussed during the ongoing peace talks. "The talks may end in another tragedy if the problem of insurgency victims is not solved," he said. Central leader of the Nepali Congress Binay Dhwaj Chand opined that the problem of insurgency victims should be an agenda of the ongoing government-Maoist talks if the talks are to end in lasting peace. Janamorcha Nepal leader Govinda Singh Thapa reportedly accused the Maoists of continuing undemocratic activities. "All victims should be united to put an end to Maoist tyranny," he said. Bhojraj Timalsina, spokesperson of the Maoist Victims' Association (MVA), and Dharmaraj Neupaney, chairperson of the MVA, said that they would be forced to raise arms if their problems were not addressed.
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October - 29 
Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala said that the next round of summit meeting between top leaders of Seven Party Alliance and the Maoists will be held either on October 28 or October 29.
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Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala said that the next round of summit meeting between top leaders of Seven Party Alliance and the Maoists will be held either on October 28 or October 29.
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October - 29 
Separately, at Budhanilkantha in the capital Kathmandu, the Maoists abducted Prabin Khadka, a worker of the NC (Democratic) party on October 29.
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Separately, at Budhanilkantha in the capital Kathmandu, the Maoists abducted Prabin Khadka, a worker of the NC (Democratic) party on October 29.
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October - 29 
The Maoists have extended the ongoing cease-fire by a further period of three months, according to Nepal News. Issuing a press statement on October 29, Maoist chairman Prachanda said the extension of cease-fire is aimed at creating a conducive enviro
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The Maoists have extended the ongoing cease-fire by a further period of three months, according to Nepal News. Issuing a press statement on October 29, Maoist chairman Prachanda said the extension of cease-fire is aimed at creating a conducive environment for brining the ongoing talks to a positive conclusion and announce the date of constituent assembly elections. The renewed truce will take effect from October 29 itself, the statement said. Prachanda said the dialogue between the seven-party alliance Government and his party was “moving positively but no conclusion has been reached” and expressed hope that the talks would succeed and the country would soon head towards the constituent assembly elections -- as per the aspirations of the Nepali people for peace, democracy and progress and the mandate of the people’s movement. His announcement came hours after his meeting with Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala in Baluwatar. Though no decisions were taken at the meeting, the two reportedly discussed the main contentious issues – the fate of monarchy and management of Maoist arms.
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October - 29 
Five civilians and a suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadre, carrying the bomb, were killed and two more civilians sustained injuries when a claymore mine fixed to a bicycle exploded in the Uduuppidy area of Jaffna district on Octobe
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Five civilians and a suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadre, carrying the bomb, were killed and two more civilians sustained injuries when a claymore mine fixed to a bicycle exploded in the Uduuppidy area of Jaffna district on October 29, according to Colombo Page. The Sri Lankan military said, “[The bomb] was being transported by a Tiger terrorist when it went off prematurely.” Troops recovered a hand grenade from the hand of dead LTTE cadre during the subsequent search of the area.
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October - 29 
Further, on October 29, one more LTTE cadre was killed and two others were injured by the outfit when they reportedly attempted to escape the LTEE camp in the Vandaramoolai area of Batticaloa district.
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Further, on October 29, one more LTTE cadre was killed and two others were injured by the outfit when they reportedly attempted to escape the LTEE camp in the Vandaramoolai area of Batticaloa district.
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October - 29 
Meanwhile, the LTTE warned the Government against any aggression. The outfit’s military spokesperson, Irasiah Ilanthirayan, told media in Geneva that any "Sri Lankan aggression, following the provocation, causing implications on the talks at this cri
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Meanwhile, the LTTE warned the Government against any aggression. The outfit’s military spokesperson, Irasiah Ilanthirayan, told media in Geneva that any "Sri Lankan aggression, following the provocation, causing implications on the talks at this critical juncture, would have serious consequences."
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October - 29 
On October 29, unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, Sellathurai Sutharsan, in front of his house in the Urumparai area.
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On October 29, unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, Sellathurai Sutharsan, in front of his house in the Urumparai area.
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October - 29 
The two-day talks between the Sri Lanka Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) concluded in Geneva on October 29 without an agreement on any of the issues or future engagement, according to The Hindu. The dialogue reportedly collapsed
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The two-day talks between the Sri Lanka Government and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) concluded in Geneva on October 29 without an agreement on any of the issues or future engagement, according to The Hindu. The dialogue reportedly collapsed on the subject of the closure of the A9 Highway, which links Jaffna peninsula and the rest of Sri Lanka. The LTTE insisted that the peace process was contingent on re-opening of the highway, while the Government said it was compelled to close the highway for security reasons and that the LTTE was raking up the issue as it was not serious about discussing "core political issues." At a press conference after the talks, Sri Lanka's chief negotiator, Health Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva, regretted that the LTTE has made the talks contingent upon a condition while agreeing for unconditional talks, adding, "The Government has not given up hope." Minister Rohitha Bogollagama said the Government has requested an early date for another round of talks and suggested November 16 or 27. But the LTTE did not give its consent for another round of talks and remained intransigent on the A-9 issue. However, the LTTE claimed that it agreed to fix a date for next round of talks and asked the A-9 high way is opened before that date.
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October - 30 
A ‘captain’ of the Manipur-based outfit, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), identified as Gyaneswar Singh, was arrested from Ulubari in Guwahati city on October 30. His confession is believed to have led to the seizure of arms and explosives on the
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A ‘captain’ of the Manipur-based outfit, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), identified as Gyaneswar Singh, was arrested from Ulubari in Guwahati city on October 30. His confession is believed to have led to the seizure of arms and explosives on the next day from the Jorabat area on the outskirts of the city.
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October - 30 
A Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as a ‘sergeant major’ Khingba, was shot dead by security force (SF) personnel during a counter-insurgency operation at Kakching Khunou under Waikhong police station in the Thoubal district on Octob
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A Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as a ‘sergeant major’ Khingba, was shot dead by security force (SF) personnel during a counter-insurgency operation at Kakching Khunou under Waikhong police station in the Thoubal district on October 30, reports The Imphal Free Press. Another PLA cadre, Leimapokpam Gautam, was arrested from the incident site. A 9 mm pistol along with a magazine having four live rounds of ammunition was also recovered from the possession of the militants.
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October - 30 
A Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel, identified as Abhijit Biswas, was killed and another wounded by militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at a remote place between Birmoni para and Padmakumar para under Nepal tilla Police s
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A Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel, identified as Abhijit Biswas, was killed and another wounded by militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at a remote place between Birmoni para and Padmakumar para under Nepal tilla Police station in the Dhalai district, reports Tripurainfo. They also escaped with one AK-series rifle of the TSR personnel.
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October - 30 
A woman, identified as Phalam Khongsai, was injured when she accidentally stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by militants on a track between Maukot and Semol in the Senapati district on October 30, reports Sangai Express.
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A woman, identified as Phalam Khongsai, was injured when she accidentally stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by militants on a track between Maukot and Semol in the Senapati district on October 30, reports Sangai Express.
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October - 30 
Jammu and Kashmir Police on October 30 said that it would seek the custody of Al-Badr militant Mohammed Ali Hussain alias Qasim, arrested by the Karnataka Police at Mysore. Qasim is said to have masterminded a series of grenade attacks in the Kashmir
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Jammu and Kashmir Police on October 30 said that it would seek the custody of Al-Badr militant Mohammed Ali Hussain alias Qasim, arrested by the Karnataka Police at Mysore. Qasim is said to have masterminded a series of grenade attacks in the Kashmir Valley in the recent past. Inspector General of Police S.M. Sahai told The Hindu that a police party would be soon sent to Karnataka to take him into custody.
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October - 30 
Maharashtra Police claimed to have made a major breakthrough in the Malegaon serial bomb blasts of September 8, 2006, by arresting 25-year-old Noorul Hooda Shamshul Hooda, an activist of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), reports The Hind
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Maharashtra Police claimed to have made a major breakthrough in the Malegaon serial bomb blasts of September 8, 2006, by arresting 25-year-old Noorul Hooda Shamshul Hooda, an activist of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), reports The Hindu. Hooda was already under arrest since October 8 for allegedly being involved in planting a fake bomb at a shopping centre in Malegaon on September 13. Director-General of Police P.S. Pasricha said, "But today he was formally arrested for his complicity in the Malegaon blasts conspiracy.” A court in Malegaon remanded the arrested person to the police custody till November 3.
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October - 30 
New Indian Express reports that suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have entered into the forested region of Orissa’s Mayurbhanj district from Ghodabundh police station areas in neighbouring Jharkhand. Mayurbhanj Supe
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New Indian Express reports that suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have entered into the forested region of Orissa’s Mayurbhanj district from Ghodabundh police station areas in neighbouring Jharkhand. Mayurbhanj Superintendent of Police Ravi Kant reportedly said that on October 30 Maoists had entered into the Chadheipahada gram panchayat (village council) office, ransacked it and burnt a National flag that was kept there.
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October - 30 
On October 30, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) extremists triggered two blasts in the West Champaran district targeting an office of the Forest Department in Ramnagar and a mine near Chamua railway station on the Narkatiaganj-Gorakhpur s
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On October 30, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) extremists triggered two blasts in the West Champaran district targeting an office of the Forest Department in Ramnagar and a mine near Chamua railway station on the Narkatiaganj-Gorakhpur section under the Samastipur division of the East Central Railway. According to The Hindu, while no fatality was reported from the first blast, six bogies of the 449 Up Narkatiaganj-Gorakhpur passenger train rolled off the tracks injuring an unspecified number of passengers.
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October - 30 
Reserve Police Force personnel retaliated when NLFT cadres fired upon them while they were patrolling the Ambassa -Gandacherra road on a spot near Jagabandhu para. However, no casualties were reported.
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Reserve Police Force personnel retaliated when NLFT cadres fired upon them while they were patrolling the Ambassa -Gandacherra road on a spot near Jagabandhu para. However, no casualties were reported.
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October - 30 
Separately, according to Patna Daily, in Mahua in the Vaishali district, police recovered a number of fake bombs planted at strategic locations. Police also recovered Maoist literature from the site.
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Separately, according to Patna Daily, in Mahua in the Vaishali district, police recovered a number of fake bombs planted at strategic locations. Police also recovered Maoist literature from the site.
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October - 30 
Three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants went off simultaneously in upper Assam's Tinsukia district soon after troops of the Six J&K Rifles crossed the area on October 30, reports PTI. Howe
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Three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants went off simultaneously in upper Assam's Tinsukia district soon after troops of the Six J&K Rifles crossed the area on October 30, reports PTI. However, no casualties were reported.
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October - 30 
Pakistani troops backed by helicopters firing missiles neutralized an al Qaeda-linked training facility in the Bajaur Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas near the Afghan border during the early hours of October 30 (today), killing "many" mi
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Pakistani troops backed by helicopters firing missiles neutralized an al Qaeda-linked training facility in the Bajaur Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas near the Afghan border during the early hours of October 30 (today), killing "many" militants, The Associated Press reported. The operation targeted a Madrassa (seminary) holding 70-80 militants in a village near the town of Khar, the main town in Bajaur, said military spokesperson Maj. Gen. Shaukat Sultan. He said the facility was destroyed but it was not immediately clear how many people had been killed. "We received confirmed intelligence reports that 70-80 militants were hiding in a Madrassa used as a terrorist-training facility, which was destroyed by an army strike, led by helicopters," Sultan said. Soldiers on the ground were tallying the number of dead, he informed. Helicopters fired four to five rockets into the seminary, which was run by Liaquat Hussain, a local cleric who is believed to have been sheltering al Qaeda militants, Sultan said.
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October - 30 
President Pervez Musharraf has vowed to “crush” militancy with force and insisted that the Bajaur Madrassa (seminary) targeted in an air strike on October 30 was a training camp for Taliban militants, according to Daily Times. “We will crush militanc
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President Pervez Musharraf has vowed to “crush” militancy with force and insisted that the Bajaur Madrassa (seminary) targeted in an air strike on October 30 was a training camp for Taliban militants, according to Daily Times. “We will crush militancy with force and no one will be allowed to challenge the writ of the government,” Gen. Musharraf said in his address at a seminar on ‘Security in South Asia in the Non-Traditional Spheres and Human Security’ on October 31 in Islamabad. He added that the targeting of the training camp was a manifestation of the Government’s resolve to crush militants. “Anyone who says that they were innocent people are telling lies. The compound was being used for training of militants,” Gen Musharraf disclosed. “They were being monitored for the last seven days. We knew exactly who they are, what they are doing. They were all militants, using weapons, doing military training within the compound,” he added.
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October - 30 
Pro-Taliban militants loyal to Maulana Faqir Muhammad have reportedly “executed” a tribesman for his suspected role in the October 30-air strikes on a Madrassa (seminary) in Bajaur Agency. Jan Muhammad Buneri was taken from his home, not far away fro
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Pro-Taliban militants loyal to Maulana Faqir Muhammad have reportedly “executed” a tribesman for his suspected role in the October 30-air strikes on a Madrassa (seminary) in Bajaur Agency. Jan Muhammad Buneri was taken from his home, not far away from the seminary, by militants’ moments after the air strikes, sources close to Maulana told Daily Times. “We had been suspecting that he was spying on us and our suspicion proved right,” the sources quoted militants as saying.
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October - 30 
The Madrassa (seminary) in Bajaur Agency destroyed in an aerial strike on October 30, killing around 82 people, was an isolated terrorist training facility frequently visited by top al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri, The News has reported. At a brief
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The Madrassa (seminary) in Bajaur Agency destroyed in an aerial strike on October 30, killing around 82 people, was an isolated terrorist training facility frequently visited by top al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri, The News has reported. At a briefing in Islamabad on October 31, top security sources said the facility, known as Maulvi Liaquat’s Madrassa, was actually used for imparting training to new recruits with the second and third-tier leadership of al-Qaeda, by Dr al-Zawahiri, head of al-Qaeda’s operation in Afghanistan’s Kunar province Abu Obaida al-Misri and Abu Farrah Libbi.
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October - 30 
The officials showed stills and videos of the early morning training sessions at the destroyed seminary with participants drawn from Swat, Dir, Bajaur and Afghanistan. The video and still photos taken through infrared cameras clearly show that people
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The officials showed stills and videos of the early morning training sessions at the destroyed seminary with participants drawn from Swat, Dir, Bajaur and Afghanistan. The video and still photos taken through infrared cameras clearly show that people, aged between 20 and 30, were carrying out exercises with no arms or weapons being used. The timing of the training was generally in and around 4:30 a.m. at the isolated seminary, which has a large portion for training, an undamaged mosque and spacious living area, said the security source.
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October - 30 
Further, the insurgents also abducted Congress workers Naresh Raut Kurmi, Jawahir Raut Kurmi and Krishna Nandan Yadav from the Rautahat district on October 30.
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Further, the insurgents also abducted Congress workers Naresh Raut Kurmi, Jawahir Raut Kurmi and Krishna Nandan Yadav from the Rautahat district on October 30.
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October - 30 
On the same day, the insurgents also released three NC activists — Jawahir Raut Kurmi, Ram Naresh Raut Kurmi and Krishna Nandan Yadav — whom they had abducted from their residences at Dewahi VDC in Rautahat district on October 30.
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On the same day, the insurgents also released three NC activists — Jawahir Raut Kurmi, Ram Naresh Raut Kurmi and Krishna Nandan Yadav — whom they had abducted from their residences at Dewahi VDC in Rautahat district on October 30.
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October - 30 
Government in a statement said that it was made known at the talks that Colombo would continue to supply all the needs of the Jaffna peninsula by a sea route. The statement said, "When the LTTE was asked to provide safety assurances for the ships, th
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Government in a statement said that it was made known at the talks that Colombo would continue to supply all the needs of the Jaffna peninsula by a sea route. The statement said, "When the LTTE was asked to provide safety assurances for the ships, this was refused. The Government maintained that it would still make every effort to provide the Jaffna peninsula all its needs including food and other supplies using the sea route until such time that Muhamalai entry checkpoint of A9 route could be restored with adequate protection for the civilians. It was LTTE attacks in August which led to the closing of this entry point. The situation still remains insecure with the LTTE mounting daily attacks."
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October - 30 
However, Military spokesperson Brigadier Samarasinghe said, "There is absolutely no truth in the claim. We are defending our positions with the current deployment."
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However, Military spokesperson Brigadier Samarasinghe said, "There is absolutely no truth in the claim. We are defending our positions with the current deployment."
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October - 30 
Meanwhile, the Norwegian peace facilitators have urged both the Government and LTTE "to allow themselves some time to reflect on the situation and not to draw hasty conclusions or take actions that could increase the suffering of civilians in Sri Lan
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Meanwhile, the Norwegian peace facilitators have urged both the Government and LTTE "to allow themselves some time to reflect on the situation and not to draw hasty conclusions or take actions that could increase the suffering of civilians in Sri Lanka." Issuing a statement at the conclusion of the two-day meeting in Geneva, the facilitators led by Norwegian International Development Minister Erik Solheim, said, “Norway will be in ongoing dialogue with the parties to discuss all possible ideas on how to move the peace process forward.” He said, “The parties agreed that the peace process will need to address the three following areas: 1) Human suffering, 2) Military de-escalation and reduction of violence, 3) Political components leading up to a political settlement…No date for a new meeting was agreed upon. Both parties reiterated their commitment to the ceasefire agreement and promised not to launch any military offensives.” He added, "The LTTE requested the A9 [highway linking Jaffna with the rest of the country] to be opened. The Government refused to do so at this point…”
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October - 30 
On October 30, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a 16-year youth, Navarathnam Mahindan, in the Jaffna town.
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On October 30, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a 16-year youth, Navarathnam Mahindan, in the Jaffna town.
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October - 30 
On the same day, another civilian, identified as Krishna Kumar, was shot dead by LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres in the Nallur Kovil area of the same district.
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On the same day, another civilian, identified as Krishna Kumar, was shot dead by LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres in the Nallur Kovil area of the same district.
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October - 30 
The chief negotiator of the Sri Lankan Government, Nimal Siripala de Silva, stated on October 30 that he expected the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to maintain the cease-fire despite the breakdown of talks. He said, "They have pledged befor
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The chief negotiator of the Sri Lankan Government, Nimal Siripala de Silva, stated on October 30 that he expected the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to maintain the cease-fire despite the breakdown of talks. He said, "They have pledged before the international community and (peacebroker) Norway to uphold the ceasefire. We don't expect the Tigers to resume attacks."
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October - 30 
The LTTE's political wing leader and the head of its delegation at the talks, S. P. Tamilchelvan, hinted at a news conference in Geneva that the outfit’s chief, V. Prabhakaran, would spell out the outfit’s next course of strategy in his annual speech
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The LTTE's political wing leader and the head of its delegation at the talks, S. P. Tamilchelvan, hinted at a news conference in Geneva that the outfit’s chief, V. Prabhakaran, would spell out the outfit’s next course of strategy in his annual speech due on November 25. He said that the LTTE delegation cancelled its planned visit to Norway and Iceland and will return to Sri Lanka soon, adding, “Our people are anxious to know firsthand from us what happened in Geneva.” He added, “Whether there will be war or peace in Sri Lanka now is in the hands of the Sri Lankan government, but the Tigers were fully prepared to meet "any eventuality." Though the LTTE had pledged to uphold the 2002 truce, it would depend on the government's actions.” He also claimed the outfit has "reliable information that the military is building up along Muhamalai getting ready for an ambitious adventure to capture territory. We will defend."
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October - 30 
The United Nations Children's Fund in a report has said that the prolonged conflict between the LTTE and Sri Lankan Government has affected nearly six lakh people in the country's Jaffna Peninsula who are now facing food and fuel shortages due to clo
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The United Nations Children's Fund in a report has said that the prolonged conflict between the LTTE and Sri Lankan Government has affected nearly six lakh people in the country's Jaffna Peninsula who are now facing food and fuel shortages due to closure of many businesses, according to Press Trust of India.
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October - 31 
A civilian, Mridul Das, was killed by suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, while he was going to drop his child to the school at Rangiya in the Kamrup district on October 31-morning, reports Sentinel.
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A civilian, Mridul Das, was killed by suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, while he was going to drop his child to the school at Rangiya in the Kamrup district on October 31-morning, reports Sentinel.
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October - 31 
According to The Hindu, On October 31, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a vacated building close to two security force personnel camps, one belonging to the Border Security Force and the other to the Central Reserve Police
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According to The Hindu, On October 31, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a vacated building close to two security force personnel camps, one belonging to the Border Security Force and the other to the Central Reserve Police Force near Madhuban police outpost in the Giridih district. Two landmines, each weighing 15 kilograms, were subsequently recovered from an adjacent building.
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October - 31 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze three buses at Balua-Gausnagar village under Runni Saidpur police station in the Sitamarhi district on October 31, according to The Hindu. They also assaulted the cleaner of the bus, who
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze three buses at Balua-Gausnagar village under Runni Saidpur police station in the Sitamarhi district on October 31, according to The Hindu. They also assaulted the cleaner of the bus, who had to be hospitalised.
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October - 31 
Four terrorists intruded into the house of a civilian, Ali Mohammed, at Lancha in the Udhampur district and opened firing. While there were no civilian casualties, houses of Ali and his brother Kalu were destroyed.
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Four terrorists intruded into the house of a civilian, Ali Mohammed, at Lancha in the Udhampur district and opened firing. While there were no civilian casualties, houses of Ali and his brother Kalu were destroyed.
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October - 31 
In the district, a huge cache of arms and explosives, including nine M-20 pistols with 18 magazines and 80 rounds of ammunition, 18 grenades of Austrian make, 480 rounds of 7.62 mm ammunition used in self-loading and Kalashnikov rifles, 18 packets of
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In the district, a huge cache of arms and explosives, including nine M-20 pistols with 18 magazines and 80 rounds of ammunition, 18 grenades of Austrian make, 480 rounds of 7.62 mm ammunition used in self-loading and Kalashnikov rifles, 18 packets of PE3A explosives weighing about 8 kg and some pistol-cleaning rods, was recovered from the possession of an ULFA militant, Prabal Chetia alias Benu Bora, who was arrested from Jorabat on October 31, according to Telegraph. Beside Bora, who is reportedly ‘commander’ of the ‘28th battalion’ of the ULFA, a linkman of the outfit, Basanta Deka, and Birendra Mahato, driver of the vehicle carrying arms and ammunition, were also arrested.
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October - 31 
Manipur Police brought home four United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres, who were arrested earlier in October by the Meghalaya Police and later remanded by a magistrate to police custody, reports Sangai Express. They were identified as ‘seco
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Manipur Police brought home four United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres, who were arrested earlier in October by the Meghalaya Police and later remanded by a magistrate to police custody, reports Sangai Express. They were identified as ‘second lieutenant’ Moirangthem Loken alias Nikel alias Manoj alias Benjamin, ‘sergeant’ Sinam Somen Singh alias Somerendro alias Pankhei, ‘sergeant’ Khundrakpam Langamba alias Nongthrei alias Tomba Meetei and Moirangthem Premjit Singh.
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October - 31 
Security force personnel recovered a large quantity of ammunition and explosives from a forest area of Arngi Dhok in the Thannamandi area of Rajouri district on October 31, according to Daily Excelsior. The seizure included three radio sets, one Noki
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Security force personnel recovered a large quantity of ammunition and explosives from a forest area of Arngi Dhok in the Thannamandi area of Rajouri district on October 31, according to Daily Excelsior. The seizure included three radio sets, one Nokia mobile handset, 35 detonators, 63 detonators fitted with wire, 10 kg explosives, one 7.62mm pistol, one 22 caliber pistol with three magazines, 10 pistol magazines, 31 hand grenades, 55 UBGL grenades, one AK rifle butt, three cigarette packets, five diaries and two letter pads. However, no arrests were made from the incident site.
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October - 31 
Senior Superintendent of Police (City) Nitul Gogoi said, “We have information that ULFA has been bringing in arms and ammunition through Meghalaya. Acting on these leads, we intercepted a Bolero (AS-23E/1560) at Jorabat and seized the consignment.” G
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Senior Superintendent of Police (City) Nitul Gogoi said, “We have information that ULFA has been bringing in arms and ammunition through Meghalaya. Acting on these leads, we intercepted a Bolero (AS-23E/1560) at Jorabat and seized the consignment.” Gogoi, while describing the PE3A as ‘a very powerful explosive’ used in programmable timer devices, added, “About 10 bombs can be manufactured with a kilogram of this explosive. Chetia was carrying the consignment from Shillong to Tinsukia in accordance with directions from top ULFA militant Prabal Neog.”
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October - 31 
The Meghalaya-based outfit, Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), has started setting up camps at Block I in the Karbi Anlong district, reports Shillong Times. Reports added that five hardcore cadres belonging to the "Action Group (Army Win
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The Meghalaya-based outfit, Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), has started setting up camps at Block I in the Karbi Anlong district, reports Shillong Times. Reports added that five hardcore cadres belonging to the "Action Group (Army Wing)" of the outfit set up a camp in Assam, reports Shillong Times.
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October - 31 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed and several others injured on October 31 after police personnel raided a hideout in the Narayanpur area of Bastar region. A senior police official told IANS, “We suspect the casualti
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed and several others injured on October 31 after police personnel raided a hideout in the Narayanpur area of Bastar region. A senior police official told IANS, “We suspect the casualties in the enemy camp are higher as blood was found across the gun battle site, but we recovered only two bullet-ridden bodies.”
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October - 31 
Two UNLF cadres, Tongbram Inao Singh alias Tiken and Laishangthem Naoba alias Pari, were arrested from the Patsoi area in the Imphal West district on October 31, according to Kanglaonline. Polices sources said that one motor cycle was recovered from
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Two UNLF cadres, Tongbram Inao Singh alias Tiken and Laishangthem Naoba alias Pari, were arrested from the Patsoi area in the Imphal West district on October 31, according to Kanglaonline. Polices sources said that one motor cycle was recovered from their possession.
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October - 31 
Unidentified militants shot at and wounded two youths at an unspecified place in the Imphal East district on October 31, reports Telegraph.
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Unidentified militants shot at and wounded two youths at an unspecified place in the Imphal East district on October 31, reports Telegraph.
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October - 31 
On the same day, rockets were fired on the village of a former speaker of the Balochistan Assembly near Dera Murad Jamali.
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On the same day, rockets were fired on the village of a former speaker of the Balochistan Assembly near Dera Murad Jamali.
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October - 31 
Two activists of the banned Sunni group Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) were sentenced on October 31 to death by a Karachi court for killing six employees of the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) during an attack on thei
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Two activists of the banned Sunni group Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) were sentenced on October 31 to death by a Karachi court for killing six employees of the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) during an attack on their vehicle in October 2003, according to Dawn. The judge also sentenced Shahnawaz alias Shani and Shaukat alias Javed alias Chand multiple terms, totaling 54 years, for injuring seven SUPARCO employees and damaging their vehicle. The two SSP activists were tried for attacking the SUPARCO van with automatic weapons on Hub River Road on October 3, 2003, when it was carrying the employees for Friday prayers.
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October - 31 
Two Frontier Corps soldiers were killed and another sustained injuries when a landmine exploded in the Pirkoh area of Dera Bugti district in Balochistan province on October 31, Dawn reported. According to official sources, Frontier Corps personnel we
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Two Frontier Corps soldiers were killed and another sustained injuries when a landmine exploded in the Pirkoh area of Dera Bugti district in Balochistan province on October 31, Dawn reported. According to official sources, Frontier Corps personnel were defusing landmines planted by the insurgents in the Doie Wadh area, some 15 km north of the Pir Koh gas field, when a vehicle was hit by a landmine, killing soldiers Javed Afzal and Mohammad Saeed.
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October - 31 
15 students of the Chenkalady Central College were reportedly abducted on October 30 by unidentified armed men traveling in a van at Chenkalady in the Batticaloa district. The parents of one of the missing have lodged complaints with the Eravur Polic
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15 students of the Chenkalady Central College were reportedly abducted on October 30 by unidentified armed men traveling in a van at Chenkalady in the Batticaloa district. The parents of one of the missing have lodged complaints with the Eravur Police, International Red Cross and Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission on October 31.
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October - 31 
A day earlier, a soldier was injured in a LTTE mortar fire in the Mahindapura area of Trincomlaee district. Similarly, another soldier sustained injuries in a LTTE mortar fire directed towards a sentry point of the security forces (SFs) at Kattiarata
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A day earlier, a soldier was injured in a LTTE mortar fire in the Mahindapura area of Trincomlaee district. Similarly, another soldier sustained injuries in a LTTE mortar fire directed towards a sentry point of the security forces (SFs) at Kattiaratan in Jaffna district.
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October - 31 
A member of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP), identified as Ramalingam Thevathurai, was shot dead by cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Point Pedro area of Jaffna district on October 31.
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A member of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP), identified as Ramalingam Thevathurai, was shot dead by cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Point Pedro area of Jaffna district on October 31.
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October - 31 
A security force (SF) personnel was killed and three others were wounded when unidentified attackers triggered a claymore mine targeting a SLA foot patrol at Rangathgama junction in the Vavuniya district.
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A security force (SF) personnel was killed and three others were wounded when unidentified attackers triggered a claymore mine targeting a SLA foot patrol at Rangathgama junction in the Vavuniya district.
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October - 31 
On October 31, LTTE cadres fired upon Special Task Force (STF) personnel who were conducting a search operation in the Mandur Kambiaru area of Ampara district, injuring three of them. One of the three wounded STF personnel, identified as S.M. Sisira,
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On October 31, LTTE cadres fired upon Special Task Force (STF) personnel who were conducting a search operation in the Mandur Kambiaru area of Ampara district, injuring three of them. One of the three wounded STF personnel, identified as S.M. Sisira, later succumbed to his injuries.
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October - 31 
On October 31, the Sri Lankan Navy destroyed a boat suspected of transporting arms and ammunition for the LTTE, military sources told Daily News. Military spokesperson Brig. Prasad Samarasinghe said that the Navy spotted a suspicious boat near the Ta
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On October 31, the Sri Lankan Navy destroyed a boat suspected of transporting arms and ammunition for the LTTE, military sources told Daily News. Military spokesperson Brig. Prasad Samarasinghe said that the Navy spotted a suspicious boat near the Talaimannar seas and when it defied an order to stop, the Navy fired and destroyed the boat. A powerful explosion that came from the boat suggested that there was ammunition inside, Samarasinghe informed.
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October - 31 
On October 31, unidentified attackers lobbed a grenade into a SLA check post located close to the public playground in Mannar town. However, no fatalities were reported.
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On October 31, unidentified attackers lobbed a grenade into a SLA check post located close to the public playground in Mannar town. However, no fatalities were reported.
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October - 31 
On the same day, LTTE sources claimed to have killed a soldier and injured two others belonging to the Mandur Kampikattu Bridge STF in Batticaloa.
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On the same day, LTTE sources claimed to have killed a soldier and injured two others belonging to the Mandur Kampikattu Bridge STF in Batticaloa.
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October - 31 
Police personnel in Kattankudy recovered the body of a youth with gunshot wounds near Puthukudiruppu Ayurveda Medical Centre in the Batticaloa district. The victim was identified as Ponnambalam Krishnanathan.
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Police personnel in Kattankudy recovered the body of a youth with gunshot wounds near Puthukudiruppu Ayurveda Medical Centre in the Batticaloa district. The victim was identified as Ponnambalam Krishnanathan.
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October - 31 
Special Task Force (STF) soldiers killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres belonging to the outfit’s political wing at Vinayagapuram in the Ampara district on October 31. They were identified as Pavakkannan and Satha. Security forces
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Special Task Force (STF) soldiers killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres belonging to the outfit’s political wing at Vinayagapuram in the Ampara district on October 31. They were identified as Pavakkannan and Satha. Security forces recovered one pistol and two hand grenades from their possession.
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October - 31 
Suspected LTTE cadres attacked a home guard check-post at Neelapola in the Trincomalee district and killed a home guard on October 31. They managed to escape even as the Sri Lanka Army (SLA) soldiers retaliated.
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Suspected LTTE cadres attacked a home guard check-post at Neelapola in the Trincomalee district and killed a home guard on October 31. They managed to escape even as the Sri Lanka Army (SLA) soldiers retaliated.
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October - 31 
Unidentified armed men riding bicycles killed a trader on October 31 at his shop near Lourdes Mary Church on the Point Pedro-Thumpalai road in Point-Pedro.
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Unidentified armed men riding bicycles killed a trader on October 31 at his shop near Lourdes Mary Church on the Point Pedro-Thumpalai road in Point-Pedro.
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*Data till , May 01, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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