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A joint team of Special Task Force (STF) and District Police arrested a wanted Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, from Rajpur village under Rajpur Police Station limits in Rohtas District of Bihar on October 1, reports UNI. The Maois
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A joint team of Special Task Force (STF) and District Police arrested a wanted Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, from Rajpur village under Rajpur Police Station limits in Rohtas District of Bihar on October 1, reports UNI. The Maoist identified as Rajesh Sharma alias Toofani, was arrested from his hideout at Rajpur village on the basis of specific intelligence input, Superintendent of Police (SP), Satyaveer Singh said. The arrested Maoist cadre was involved in the murder of seven Police personnel in Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] attacks at Rajpur and Baghaila Police outposts and other unlawful activities. Two countries-made pistols, two live cartridges and a mobile phone recovered from his possession. Toofani was also wanted in several cases of Naxal-related incidents lodged at Nasriganj, Rajpur, Akodhigola, Karagahar and Nauhatta Police Stations, the SP added.
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A United Tribal Liberation Army- SK Thadou (UTLA-SKT) militant identified as ‘captain’ Chungkai Singson Kuki was arrested on October 1 from New Kaiphundai in Tamenglong District, reports Imphal Free Press. The arrestee along with two others were invo
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A United Tribal Liberation Army- SK Thadou (UTLA-SKT) militant identified as ‘captain’ Chungkai Singson Kuki was arrested on October 1 from New Kaiphundai in Tamenglong District, reports Imphal Free Press. The arrestee along with two others were involved in the kidnapping incident of September 29 in which the Project Manager of Reddy Construction Company was abducted near Vangaichungpao in Tamenglong. SFs also recovered one US Made M4 A1 Carbine, one AK-47 Assault Rifle, two pistols and over 113 rounds of ammunition.
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According to an official notification issued on September 29, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) would discontinue all kinds of subsistence allowances, including ration supplies and cash dole, to the Bru refugees from October 1 (today), report
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According to an official notification issued on September 29, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) would discontinue all kinds of subsistence allowances, including ration supplies and cash dole, to the Bru refugees from October 1 (today), reports The Shillong Times. The notification was issued by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Panisagar in North Tripura district, Lalnemmemi Darlong. UMHA has directed to stop all kinds of allowances, including cash dole and ration supplies, from October 1, to the Mizoram Bru refugees, sheltered in six evacuee camps in North Tripura district in Tripura. UMHA Special Secretary (Internal Security) Rina Mitra, Joint Secretary Satyendra Garg and others had said in August that all refugee camps in Tripura would be shut down if the Brus failed to return to Mizoram within September. So far, 40 families have returned to Mizoram from six relief camps in Kanchanpur and Panisagar sub-divisions in North Tripura district. However, over 32,000 refugees are still sheltered in relief camps in the state. The repatriation process had started on August 25 and concluded on September 25.
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Considering the alert from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) about an attack by the Islamic State (IS), the security has been elevated in the Cuddalore Central Prison in Cuddalore District of Tamil Nadu, reports The Times of India on October 1.
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Considering the alert from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) about an attack by the Islamic State (IS), the security has been elevated in the Cuddalore Central Prison in Cuddalore District of Tamil Nadu, reports The Times of India on October 1. Reportedly, the Islamic State (IS) planned to attack on the jail and ‘free’ Ansar Meeran—an IS operative who is imprisoned there, said an unnamed Prison official. Ansar Meeran was arrested in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in February 2018 and was lodged at Puzhal Central Prison. Later, due to clash between two groups of prisoners, Meeran was shifted to Cuddalore Central Prison. On several occasions, Meeran had told other inmates in the Cuddalore Central Prison that IS would attack the jail and free him soon.
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On October 1, two extortionists extorting in the name of ULFA-I were arrested by Police in Tinsukia District, reports North East Today. One pistol and two live bullets were recovered from the arrested individuals. They were arrested based on the inpu
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On October 1, two extortionists extorting in the name of ULFA-I were arrested by Police in Tinsukia District, reports North East Today. One pistol and two live bullets were recovered from the arrested individuals. They were arrested based on the inputs from a local businessman whom they demanded a ransom of INR 5,00,000. About 22 such cases of extortion have come to light in Tinsukia District alone in the past three years.
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Sixteen rifles, including two looted from security personnel, were recovered by the Police from a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) den in Latehar District of Jharkhand on October 1, reports New Kerala. “A total of 16 rifles have been reco
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Sixteen rifles, including two looted from security personnel, were recovered by the Police from a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) den in Latehar District of Jharkhand on October 1, reports New Kerala. “A total of 16 rifles have been recovered from Budi Sakhua jungle spread across Latehar and Chatra districts. Of the recovered rifles, two are .303 rifles looted from the police, from a Maoist den” said Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), Vipul Shukla. “We got information that a huge cache of arms were hidden in the jungle area by the Maoist. A joint team of the state police and the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) was formed and sent to the jungle for search operation. The arms were recovered during the operation,” said the official.
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is ready to take-on the investigation of recovery of 20 AK-47 from Munger District in Bihar, reports The Telegraph India on October 1. Reportedly, the AK-47s were smuggled from the Central Ordnance Depot (COD)
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is ready to take-on the investigation of recovery of 20 AK-47 from Munger District in Bihar, reports The Telegraph India on October 1. Reportedly, the AK-47s were smuggled from the Central Ordnance Depot (COD) in Jabalpur [same District] in Madhya Pradesh. The State Police has sent a proposal to the NIA, requesting to take-over the investigation further. Total 70 AK-47 rifles are said to have been smuggled from the COD in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, since 2012.
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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) received a detailed proposal from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) claiming that the pro-Khalistan outfit— Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) is behind the killings of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) l
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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) received a detailed proposal from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) claiming that the pro-Khalistan outfit— Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) is behind the killings of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leaders and trying to revive militancy in Punjab with support from Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agency; therefore, the outfit shall be proscribed under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act [UA(P)A], reports The Times of India on October 1. A decision on banning KLF would be taken soon. The ban was essential to choke funding, training and further recruitment activities of the KLF group, said an unnamed UMHA official. The UMHA’s banned organisations list comprises of 39 groups including four Sikh extremist groups—Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), Khalistan Commando Force (KCF), Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF), and the International Sikh Youth Federation (ISYF).
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Two Security Forces (SFs) Personnel were wounded in a friendly fire incident at the forest area near Nambisha village in Kamjong District on October 1, reports Nagaland post. Troops of 11 Assam Rifles guarding the international borderline, who entere
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Two Security Forces (SFs) Personnel were wounded in a friendly fire incident at the forest area near Nambisha village in Kamjong District on October 1, reports Nagaland post. Troops of 11 Assam Rifles guarding the international borderline, who entered the forest area after receiving information of presence of rebels, were fired upon by the Para Commandos of Indian Army who were also waiting to ambush the rebels. Two para Commandos sustained injuries.
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The UN University for Peace has awarded the degree of ‘doctor honoris causa’ to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli at a special convocation organised in San José, the capital of Costa Rica on October 1, reports The Himalayan Times. The honorary doctorate h
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The UN University for Peace has awarded the degree of ‘doctor honoris causa’ to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli at a special convocation organised in San José, the capital of Costa Rica on October 1, reports The Himalayan Times. The honorary doctorate has been conferred on the Prime Minister in recognition of his contribution to achieving peace and democracy in Nepal. In his acceptance statement on the occasion, PM Oli said, “For me, this honour is an acknowledgement of my country’s successful peace process and appreciation of peace-loving Nepali people. Moreover, with humility, I must submit that this recognition is bestowed on a citizen of the country that gave birth to Buddha – an apostle of peace. I must commend the University for its Immense Contribution, as a centre of learning and research, to promoting the culture of understanding, tolerance and peace around the world.”
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The District ‘commander’ of Lal Pataka faction of the Purbo Banglar Communist Party-Marxist-Leninist (PBCP-ML), identified as Abul Hossain alias Abu Nakshal (55), of Purba Raghabpur village in Pabna Sadar upazila (sub-District) was killed in an encou
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The District ‘commander’ of Lal Pataka faction of the Purbo Banglar Communist Party-Marxist-Leninist (PBCP-ML), identified as Abul Hossain alias Abu Nakshal (55), of Purba Raghabpur village in Pabna Sadar upazila (sub-District) was killed in an encounter with Police in Pabna District in Rajshahi Division of Bangladesh on October 1, reports The Daily Star. Goutam Kumar Biswas, Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP), Pabna, said acting on a tip-off, the Police arrested Abul from his village on September 30 afternoon. During interrogation, Abu informed Police about their arms den, he said. As per his statement, a Police team took him to Dhopaghata area for recovering firearms and explosives. When the team reached near the Dhopaghata bridge, Abul's associates opened fire. At one stage, Abul attempted to flee and was hit by bullets. The others managed to escape, the ASP said, adding that Abul later succumbed to his injuries. Police claimed to have recovered a firearm and four bullets from the spot. Four Policemen were also injured during the encounter, Police claimed.
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A suspected U.S. airstrike killed one Afghan National Army (ANA) soldier and injured 29 others including Police in the Nad Ali District of southern Helmand province on October 1, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. A Government source in Helmand province to
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A suspected U.S. airstrike killed one Afghan National Army (ANA) soldier and injured 29 others including Police in the Nad Ali District of southern Helmand province on October 1, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. A Government source in Helmand province told that American Forces carried out the airstrike in the limits of Nad Ali District late on October 1. A source in the Emergency Hospital in Lashkargah, the provincial capital, confirmed receiving one dead body of an ANA soldier and 29 injured personnel including Police. However, the U.S. and NATO Forces in Afghanistan have not yet commented on the airstrikes.
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At least five militants were killed and one sustained injury in an explosion triggered by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in south-eastern Ghazni province of Afghanistan on October 1, reports Khaama Press. The Ministry of Defense (MoD) says the
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At least five militants were killed and one sustained injury in an explosion triggered by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in south-eastern Ghazni province of Afghanistan on October 1, reports Khaama Press. The Ministry of Defense (MoD) says the incident has taken place in the vicinity of Andar District of the province, and further added that the explosion has left at least five militants dead while another militant was injured.
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At least four key Taliban group leaders have been killed during an ambush of the Afghan Forces in eastern Laghman province of Afghanistan, reports Khaama Press on October 1. The Ministry of Interior (MoI) in a statement said the key Taliban leaders w
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At least four key Taliban group leaders have been killed during an ambush of the Afghan Forces in eastern Laghman province of Afghanistan, reports Khaama Press on October 1. The Ministry of Interior (MoI) in a statement said the key Taliban leaders were killed late on September 30 night in the vicinity of Dawlat Shah District. The statement further added that the militants were killed during the ambush and have been identified as Mawlavi Janat Gul, Qari Zabiullah, Qari Matiullah, and Mullah Mohammad Nabi. Another Taliban group leader identified as Mullah Mahmood sustained injuries during the operation. However, the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) did not suffer any casualty during the operation, MoI added in its statement.
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October - 1 
One child was killed and three other children were injured in a mine explosion in Badghisi village, Khwaja Sabzposh District of Faryab Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 1.
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One child was killed and three other children were injured in a mine explosion in Badghisi village, Khwaja Sabzposh District of Faryab Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 1.
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October - 1 
Maldives’ Outgoing President Abdulla Yameen on October 1 has appointed Hamdhoon Rasheed as the new Commissioner of Maldives Police Service (MPS), reports Maldives Independent. Hamdhoon Rasheed was the Commander of the Police Security Operation during
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Maldives’ Outgoing President Abdulla Yameen on October 1 has appointed Hamdhoon Rasheed as the new Commissioner of Maldives Police Service (MPS), reports Maldives Independent. Hamdhoon Rasheed was the Commander of the Police Security Operation during the Presidential Election held on September 23, 2018. The newly President-elect Ibrahim Mohamed Solih would take Presidential Oath on November 17.
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October - 2 
According to a statement by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), a Bangladeshi senior operative of Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) and Improvised Explosive Device (IED) maker—Jahidul Islam aka Kausar, who was arrested in August 2018 from a
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According to a statement by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), a Bangladeshi senior operative of Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) and Improvised Explosive Device (IED) maker—Jahidul Islam aka Kausar, who was arrested in August 2018 from a hideout in Ramanagara [in same District] in Karnataka, was involved in the plot to set-off explosives in Bodh Gaya temple in Bihar, reports The Times of India on October 2. The explosives, which were to go off during the Buddhist religious leader— Dalai Lama’s visit, were recovered from the Bodh Gaya temple complex on January 19, 2018.
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October - 2 
Army and Police recovered a consignment of arms, ammunition and explosives during a search operation at Dhanala Dhar under the jurisdiction of Dessa Police Station in Doda District on October 2, reports Daily Excelsior. Senior Superintendent of Polic
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Army and Police recovered a consignment of arms, ammunition and explosives during a search operation at Dhanala Dhar under the jurisdiction of Dessa Police Station in Doda District on October 2, reports Daily Excelsior. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Doda Shabir Ahmad Malik said a joint team of 10 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and Special Operations Group (SOG) conducted an operation at Dhanala Dhar and made the recoveries. Recoveries included two AK-56 rifles, 355 rounds, three magazines, four Chinese grenades and one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) launcher with four grenades. After making recoveries, Security Forces (SFs) conducted search operation in Dhanala Dhar. However, no arrests were made from the spot.
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October - 2 
Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO) has reaffirmed its demand for ‘Frontier Nagaland,’ and asserted that getting statehood was the only means for development of Eastern Nagas, reports North East Today on October 2. ENPO president T Kekongch
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Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO) has reaffirmed its demand for ‘Frontier Nagaland,’ and asserted that getting statehood was the only means for development of Eastern Nagas, reports North East Today on October 2. ENPO president T Kekongchim Yimchungru said the demand for Frontier Nagaland that began with endorsement from the people of eastern Nagaland was a legitimate right. ENPO President said ‘We became the citizens of Indian by circumstances and not by choice., Eastern Nagaland has numerous issues and problems like socio-economic, employment, development and discrimination by others in various fields.’ He, therefore, urged upon the people to keep on supporting until the demand was achieved and fulfilled by the Government of India.
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October - 2 
Five Naxals (Left Wing Extremists) were arrested from two places in insurgency-hit Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh, the Police said on October 2, reports The Hindu. While three cadres were arrested from Potenar village under Jangla Police Station li
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Five Naxals (Left Wing Extremists) were arrested from two places in insurgency-hit Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh, the Police said on October 2, reports The Hindu. While three cadres were arrested from Potenar village under Jangla Police Station limits, two others were arrested from the forest of Basaguda Police Station area on October 1, a local Police official said. Separate teams of District Force and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were involved in these operations. Those arrested from Jangla area are identified as Lekam Balram (38), Alma Rama (32) and Aalam Pandu (51) who all are lower-rung cadres, he said, adding that Balram and Rama were carrying reward of INR 10,000 and INR 5,000, respectively, on their heads. Two cadres who were arrested from the forest of Chipurbhati and Putkel villages are identified as Veko Podia (27) and Punem Hunga (27), both active members of Dandakaranya Adivasi Kisan Majdoor Sangthan (DAKMS), a frontal wing of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), he said. They all were allegedly involved in incidents of torching vehicles, putting up Maoist pamphlets and posters and damaging roads, the official said.
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October - 2 
More than 150 tribals from the States affected by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) insurgency began a 'Shanti Padayatra' (peace march) from a village in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh on October 2, to appeal to all sides to give
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More than 150 tribals from the States affected by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) insurgency began a 'Shanti Padayatra' (peace march) from a village in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh on October 2, to appeal to all sides to give peace a chance, reports Devdiscourse News. Tribals and activists from Telangana, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Jharkhand began their march from Shabri Gandhi Ashram in Chatti village amid a boycott call by Maoists and will cover 186 kilometers to end it at Jagdalpur in Bastar District of Chhattisgarh after 10 days. The organisers said that a conclave 'Bastar Dialogue 1' will be held in Jagdalpur on October 12 and 13 at the end of the march to discuss future strategies. Symbolically, the marchers will take the same path taken by Maoists 40 years back to enter Bastar from Andhra Pradesh through Dandakaranya forest, said organiser Shubhranshu Choudhary. The peaceniks will walk along the National Highway-30, which connects Telangana to Chhattisgarh. The organisers have termed this as the first step towards what they call the new peace process.
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October - 2 
On October 2, Police arrested three individuals for demanding INR 1.5 million from ONGC employees in Jorahat District, in the name of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), reports Assam Tribune. The arrested individuals were identifie
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On October 2, Police arrested three individuals for demanding INR 1.5 million from ONGC employees in Jorahat District, in the name of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), reports Assam Tribune. The arrested individuals were identified as Madhurjya Rajkonwar, Girish Bagti and Krishna Bora. A police source said that the three youths had been reportedly demanding money from an ONGC employee residing at Rajamaidam New Colony.
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October - 2 
Police arrested two Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] of the New Sastra People’s Morcha (NSPM), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and seized huge cache of arms and ammunition, including a local-made pistol and
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Police arrested two Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] of the New Sastra People’s Morcha (NSPM), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and seized huge cache of arms and ammunition, including a local-made pistol and carbine, from their possession, from Atka village under Bagodar Police Station limits in Giridih District of Jharkhand on October 2, reports The Pioneer. Giridih, Superintendent of Police (SP), SK Jha said, “Two NSPM, rebels Umesh Kumar Mandal and Khagesh Mandal, were arrested during a raid conducted by a special police team at Atka area in Bagodar, following a tip off.” Umesh hailed from Atka village in Giridih District while Khagesh belonged to unknown village in same District. The SP further said, “others cadres managed to give the Police party a slip, leaving behind arms and ammunition that the police later seized.” The seized arms and ammunition included one local made pistol with magazine, four mobiles set,10 live cartridges of different bores, besides other items. It is to be noted that, the action against the NSPM cadres assumes significance amid wide spread speculation about so-called patronage by State Police, allegedly for NSPM aiding the Security Forces (SFs) in their fight against the CPI-Maoist. The NSPM gained complete control over ‘levy’ (extortion money) collection from flourishing coal and local business trade in Bagodar area in District after chasing out CPI-Maoist cadres a few years ago.
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October - 2 
The gathering of Sikhs showed black flags and displayed pictures of Sikh militant—Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, to the Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) politician—Bakhshish Singh Virk, when he visited a Gurdwara in Singhra Village in Karnal District of Harya
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The gathering of Sikhs showed black flags and displayed pictures of Sikh militant—Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, to the Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) politician—Bakhshish Singh Virk, when he visited a Gurdwara in Singhra Village in Karnal District of Haryana, reports The Tribune on October 2. Earlier, Virk had condemned the cancellation of Haryana Chief Minister (CM) Manohar Lal Khattar’s visit to Gurdwara in Dachar Village in Karnal District of Haryana. “I condemn the cancellation of the CM's visit to Gurdwara. Sikh community is first for me and I will walk hand in hand with the community," said Virk. On September 29, CM Khattar had made it clear that he cancelled his visit as the organisers have refused to remove the photo of Bhindranwale in the Gurdwara. Later, Sikhs from various villages sought apology from the CM and declared to boycott the BJP and its politicians and and CM's programme. Some unknown protesters raised the pro-Khalistan slogans during the protest.
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October - 2 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court in Kochi, Kerala, will make a final hearing and pronounce the verdict in the Nedumbassery Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) case on October 8, reports The New Indian Express on October 2. The case is rel
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court in Kochi, Kerala, will make a final hearing and pronounce the verdict in the Nedumbassery Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) case on October 8, reports The New Indian Express on October 2. The case is related to the recovery of FICNs worth INR 975,000 in the denomination of INR 500 from the possession of Abid Chullikulavan who was arrested at the Nedumbassery Airport in Ernakulam District of Kerala, on January 26, 2013. Reportedly, Mohammed Haneefa, Abdul Salam, Antony Das, and Aftab Batki are other accused in the case.
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October - 2 
The Siwan District Police on October 2 has arrested four persons—Mantosh Kumar, Dinesh Kumar, Ashu aka Mallik Sahni from Bhagwanpur in Siwan District, and Rajesh Kumar from Kopa in Saran District of Bihar, and recovered the Fake Indian Currency Notes
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The Siwan District Police on October 2 has arrested four persons—Mantosh Kumar, Dinesh Kumar, Ashu aka Mallik Sahni from Bhagwanpur in Siwan District, and Rajesh Kumar from Kopa in Saran District of Bihar, and recovered the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth INR 4.55 lakh, reports The Times of India. The Police also seized a high quality note printing machine with a scanner. The gang was printing high-quality FICNs of various denominations, including Rs 2,000, on quality papers, said Siwan Superintendent of Police (SP) Navin Chandra Jha.
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October - 2 
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh will meet tribal outfit INPT’s leaders in Delhi on October 4 to discuss their demand for a National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Tripura, reports Morung Express on October 2. Indigenous Nationalist Party of Tripura
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Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh will meet tribal outfit INPT’s leaders in Delhi on October 4 to discuss their demand for a National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Tripura, reports Morung Express on October 2. Indigenous Nationalist Party of Tripura (INPT) Advisory Council Chairman Srota Ranjan Khisa stated that ‘Following our request, the Home Minister has called INPT President Bijoy Kumar Hrangkhawl and General Secretary Jagadhish Debbarma to New Delhi to discuss the demand’. The INPT has been campaigning in Tripura in support of its demands — withdrawal of the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016; more constitutional power to Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council; introduction of inner-line permit in these areas; and inclusion of Kokborok language in the 8th Schedule of the Constitution. Another tribal party, the Indigenous People’s Front of Tripura (IPFT) which is a junior partner in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led alliance government, is also agitating in support of similar demands.
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October - 2 
A Karachi anti-terrorism court (ATC) on October 2 awarded 21 years rigorous imprisonment to two convicts said to be associated with the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-London (MQM-L) and trained by the Indian spy agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW)
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A Karachi anti-terrorism court (ATC) on October 2 awarded 21 years rigorous imprisonment to two convicts said to be associated with the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-London (MQM-L) and trained by the Indian spy agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), in a case pertaining to an attack on the Sindh Secretariat in 1995. The convicts — Mohammad Nasir alias Khaji, and Mohammad Faheem alias Mirchi — were found guilty of committing crimes punishable under Section 5 of the Explosive Substances Act, 1908 read with Section 6(2) (ee) and 27-A of the Anti-Terrorism Act 1997 and Section 23(i)-A of the Sindh Arms Act, 2013. The ATC judge, who conducted trial in the judicial complex inside the central prison, pronounced his verdict, earlier reserved after recording evidence and final arguments from both sides. Forfeiture of their moveable and immovable properties ordered
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October - 2 
A traffic Police official was shot dead by unidentified assailants at Matka Chowk in Surjani Town of Karachi on October 2, reports Dawn. The assailants fled the scene towards Surjani Town after opening fire at Gulzar-i-Hijri Traffic Police Officer Mu
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A traffic Police official was shot dead by unidentified assailants at Matka Chowk in Surjani Town of Karachi on October 2, reports Dawn. The assailants fled the scene towards Surjani Town after opening fire at Gulzar-i-Hijri Traffic Police Officer Muhammad Rafiq, son of Ahmed Khan. Police officials said that traffic officials were performing their duty at intersection between Ahsanabad and Surjani Town when armed pillion riders opened indiscriminate fire at them. "Another Police official, Abdul Hakeem, saved his life by hiding himself in bushes," said Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Malir Sheeraz Nazeer while adding that investigators collected 18 spent bullet casings fired from 9mm pistols from the crime scene.
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October - 2 
Five Levies personnel were killed and eight others injured in a bomb attack in Pirandar area of Awaran District in Balochistan on October 2, reports Dawn. Official sources said that unidentified militants had placed a bomb at a roadside and detonated
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Five Levies personnel were killed and eight others injured in a bomb attack in Pirandar area of Awaran District in Balochistan on October 2, reports Dawn. Official sources said that unidentified militants had placed a bomb at a roadside and detonated it by remote control when a convoy of Security Forces (SFs) was passing through the area. The vehicle was damaged by the bomb blast. The dead soldiers were identified as Sakhi, Shad Muhammad, Abdul Rehman, Khaleel Ahmed and Asadullah. The injured were identified as Ikram, Ahsan, Alamgir, Shakir, Amir, Farhan, Sabeel and Omer Khan.
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October - 2 
Notorious Lyari gangster Ghaffar Zikri, his three-year-old son and one of his accomplices — Chota Zahid — were killed during Police operation in Ali Mohammad Mohalla of Lyari Town in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, in the morning of October
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Notorious Lyari gangster Ghaffar Zikri, his three-year-old son and one of his accomplices — Chota Zahid — were killed during Police operation in Ali Mohammad Mohalla of Lyari Town in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, in the morning of October 2, reports Dawn. According to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) South Javed Odho, two Police officers were injured in the crossfire; one is in critical condition. Police and law enforcement agencies carried out an operation — that lasted for more than an hour — after receiving intelligence of Ghaffar's hideout, where his son was staying with him. A crossfire ensued and Ghaffar and Zahid also attacked the Police with hand grenades. Contingents of Police and Rangers surrounded the area following the encounter and search operations were launched in nearby areas. Speaking to the media after the operation, DIG Javed Odho said that Police had also recovered weapons, including rockets, two SMGs, a hand grenade and more than 200 rounds during their search after the shootout.
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October - 2 
Seven terrorists were killed and three others injured in an exchange of fire with a border post personnel in North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 2, reports Dawn. According to the statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relati
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Seven terrorists were killed and three others injured in an exchange of fire with a border post personnel in North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 2, reports Dawn. According to the statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), terrorists from across the Afghan border engaged in a 'fire raid' at the check-post, prompting army officials to quickly retaliate. Military sources say due to the extensive fencing along the border, terrorists cannot physically attack and now resort to 'fire raids' — concerted targeting of Pakistani assets from a distance.
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October - 2 
Two security personnel were injured when their vehicle was hit by a bomb blast in Tump area of Kech District on October 2, reports Dawn. The explosive device was placed at a roadside. It exploded when the vehicle of SF personnel was passing through t
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Two security personnel were injured when their vehicle was hit by a bomb blast in Tump area of Kech District on October 2, reports Dawn. The explosive device was placed at a roadside. It exploded when the vehicle of SF personnel was passing through the area.
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October - 2 
Police arrested four militants of Allah'r Dal from Meherpur town of Meherpur District in Khulna Division on October 2, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Abdul Hamid, 32, Jahidul Islam, 22, Tipu Parvez, 22 and Sohel Rana, 22. Police recovered
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Police arrested four militants of Allah'r Dal from Meherpur town of Meherpur District in Khulna Division on October 2, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Abdul Hamid, 32, Jahidul Islam, 22, Tipu Parvez, 22 and Sohel Rana, 22. Police recovered three petrol bombs, eight cocktails, some bomb making materials, three machetes and leaflets of the organisation from their possession.
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October - 2 
Four former cadres of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) who pleaded guilty of conspiring to explode a bomb inside a private bus plying from Matale to Kandy near the Polgolla Open University in 2008 were on October 2 sentenced to five years rig
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Four former cadres of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) who pleaded guilty of conspiring to explode a bomb inside a private bus plying from Matale to Kandy near the Polgolla Open University in 2008 were on October 2 sentenced to five years rigorous imprisonment by the Colombo High Court, reports Daily News. The four accused were ordered to pay a fine of SLR 20,000 each by High Court Judge Sampath Abeykoon. Three were killed and 20 injured when a bomb exploded inside a bus in 2008. Defence counsel moved court that a lenient sentence is passed against the accused since they were kept in remand custody since 2008, for 10 years.
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October - 2 
Deputy Foreign Minister Hekmat Khalil Karzai said on October 2 that the United States (US) and Russia’s tensions on Ukraine are moving toward Afghanistan and will have “negative repercussions” for the country, reports Tolo News. “The tensions are slo
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Deputy Foreign Minister Hekmat Khalil Karzai said on October 2 that the United States (US) and Russia’s tensions on Ukraine are moving toward Afghanistan and will have “negative repercussions” for the country, reports Tolo News. “The tensions are slowly moving from Ukraine toward Afghanistan. It will be a bad situation for Afghanistan when the tensions officially begin in Afghanistan,” said Karzai. “Our goal should be to once again strengthen the consensus that Afghanistan’s stability should be important for Russia even now,” he added.
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October - 2 
Fourteen people were killed and another 41 were injured in a suicide attack targeting a Wolesi Jirga candidate’s election campaign at his office in Sangarsai area in Kama District of Nangarhar Province on October 2, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Fourteen people were killed and another 41 were injured in a suicide attack targeting a Wolesi Jirga candidate’s election campaign at his office in Sangarsai area in Kama District of Nangarhar Province on October 2, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 2 
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Sami (JUI-S) ‘chief’ Maulana Samiul Haq has proposed talks between the Afghan Ulemas (religious scholar) and the Taliban group in a secret location, reports Khaama Press on October 2. Samiul Haq proposed a meeting of the scholars
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Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Sami (JUI-S) ‘chief’ Maulana Samiul Haq has proposed talks between the Afghan Ulemas (religious scholar) and the Taliban group in a secret location, reports Khaama Press on October 2. Samiul Haq proposed a meeting of the scholars and the Taliban at a secret location without involvement of the Afghan Government, Pakistan and the United States (US). “I think the Afghan rulers, former mujahideen leaders and the Taliban must agree on one point that is the withdrawal of the US and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Forces and to liberate Afghanistan,” he said.
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October - 2 
Six militants and two Policemen were killed and, 10 militants and two Public Uprising Forces were injured after militants launched an attack on security check posts in Khwajah Sabz Posh District of Faryab Province on October 2, reports Khaama Press.
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Six militants and two Policemen were killed and, 10 militants and two Public Uprising Forces were injured after militants launched an attack on security check posts in Khwajah Sabz Posh District of Faryab Province on October 2, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 2 
Two Taliban ‘red unit’ ‘commanders’ identified as Mohammad Yousuf and Mullah Ayoub were killed in a drone-strike conducted by Coalition Forces in Asmar District of Kunar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 2.
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Two Taliban ‘red unit’ ‘commanders’ identified as Mohammad Yousuf and Mullah Ayoub were killed in a drone-strike conducted by Coalition Forces in Asmar District of Kunar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 2.
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October - 3 
A class 12 student was reportedly abducted by Maoists in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on October 3, reports India Today. Police said a search operation has been launched to trace the abducted student, who was abducted in Sukma district while travel
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A class 12 student was reportedly abducted by Maoists in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on October 3, reports India Today. Police said a search operation has been launched to trace the abducted student, who was abducted in Sukma district while travelling from Bhejji to Konta. The identity and reason for the abduction of the student is yet to be ascertained.
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October - 3 
A shopkeeper was abducted by militants from Sopore area of Baramulla District on October 3, reports Daily Excelsior. The masked gunmen barged into the shop of Tawseef Ahmad Ganie at Younisa in Sopore on October 3 afternoon and abducted him. Ganie is
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A shopkeeper was abducted by militants from Sopore area of Baramulla District on October 3, reports Daily Excelsior. The masked gunmen barged into the shop of Tawseef Ahmad Ganie at Younisa in Sopore on October 3 afternoon and abducted him. Ganie is a butcher and had recently uploaded a video on social media sites in which he had criticized Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’, Reyaz Naikoo, for threatening the Special Police Officers (SPOs). In the video, Ganie spoke about the threatening of SPOs by Naikoo. He had said in the video that threatening and killing of SPOs is unjustified and blamed Naikoo of killing Kashmiri youth in the past. “Allah will not forgive you (Naikoo)”, he had said in the video. However, no militant organization claimed responsibility for his abduction.
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October - 3 
Assam Rifles (AR) arrested three People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militants from two unspecified location in Imphal on October 3, reports Imphal Free Press. Six Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were recovered from possession of
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Assam Rifles (AR) arrested three People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militants from two unspecified location in Imphal on October 3, reports Imphal Free Press. Six Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were recovered from possession of one of the arrestees while two others were arrested for transporting the IEDs. The IEDs were likely to be used to target security forces and cause disturbance as a run up to the Raising Day of PREPAK on October 9.
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October - 3 
Government of India (GoI) extended the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in three Districts of Arunachal Pradesh and its eight police station areas bordering Assam by another six months, reports Northeast Today on October 3. According to a noti
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Government of India (GoI) extended the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in three Districts of Arunachal Pradesh and its eight police station areas bordering Assam by another six months, reports Northeast Today on October 3. According to a notification, Tirap, Changlang and Longding Districts of Arunachal Pradesh and eight police stations bordering Assam were declared “disturbed” areas. According to the notification AFSPA was renewed with effect from October 1, 2018 until March 31, 2019. The police stations include Balemu and Bhalukpong Police stations in West Kameng District, Seijosa Police station in East Kameng District, Balijan Police station in Papumpare District, Namsai and Mahadevpur Police stations in Namsai District, Roing Police station in Lower Dibang Valley District and Sunpura police station in Lohit District.
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October - 3 
On October 3, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered at a culvert located in a paddy field of Wangjing –Lamding Loukon under Khongjom Police Station, Thoubal District, reports Imphal Free Press. The bomb was recovered by a Road Opening Pa
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On October 3, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered at a culvert located in a paddy field of Wangjing –Lamding Loukon under Khongjom Police Station, Thoubal District, reports Imphal Free Press. The bomb was recovered by a Road Opening Party (ROP) of 26 Assam Rifles (AR).
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October - 3 
Opposing Government of India’s (GoI) reported decision to create three Councils to settle the Naga issue Kuki Inpi the apex body of Kuki tribe asked the Government to first settle the criminal acts conducted by Naga militants in the alleged killing o
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Opposing Government of India’s (GoI) reported decision to create three Councils to settle the Naga issue Kuki Inpi the apex body of Kuki tribe asked the Government to first settle the criminal acts conducted by Naga militants in the alleged killing of 905 kukis and uprooting 360 Kuki village, reports Imphal Free Press on October 3.
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October - 3 
Police also arrested a man, identified as Muzaffar Ahmad Wani from Daulatpora village in Budgam District for torching Panchayat Ghar on October 3, reports Daily Excelsior. He was arrested for torching a Panchayat Ghar in nearby Kultrech village last
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Police also arrested a man, identified as Muzaffar Ahmad Wani from Daulatpora village in Budgam District for torching Panchayat Ghar on October 3, reports Daily Excelsior. He was arrested for torching a Panchayat Ghar in nearby Kultrech village last month. Police recovered 3 AK magazines, pouch and the clothes that he was wearing during the torching of the Panchayat Ghar.
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October - 3 
Security Forces (SFs) on October 3 arrested a militant, identified as Amir Sultan War during a naka checking in Sopore area of Baramulla District who had recently threatened people and asked them to stay away from local body elections, reports Daily
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Security Forces (SFs) on October 3 arrested a militant, identified as Amir Sultan War during a naka checking in Sopore area of Baramulla District who had recently threatened people and asked them to stay away from local body elections, reports Daily Excelsior. One grenade was recovered from his possession at the time of his arrest. SFs later interrogated him and on the basis of information provided by him they recovered one AK-47 rifle, one Magazine and 22 rounds of ammunition. The Police spokesman said the militant had recently joined the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit. “And a video showing him with a weapon had gone viral in which he was seen giving threat to the people of North Kashmir not to participate in the forthcoming Local Bodies and Panchayat elections”, the spokesman said.
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October - 3 
Seven Rohingya Muslims, who have been in India since 2012 and served jail terms for illegal entry, will be sent back to Myanmar, reports Northeast Today on October 3. Sources said the seven Rohingya Muslims – who are from Kyauk Daw township in centra
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Seven Rohingya Muslims, who have been in India since 2012 and served jail terms for illegal entry, will be sent back to Myanmar, reports Northeast Today on October 3. Sources said the seven Rohingya Muslims – who are from Kyauk Daw township in central Rakhine — are being deported from a detention centre in Silchar. There are around 40,000 people from the Rohingya community in India, 16,000 of whom are registered with the United Nations (UN) refugee agency. Earlier in July, Union Minister of State for Home affairs, Kiren Rijiju had stated that India is not a signatory for refugees, we have been soft. But should we not regulate them? We have given them facilities. We will facilitate their return’.
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October - 3 
Stone-pelting clashes erupted in Lal Chowk area of Anantnag District on October 3 after the Security Forces (SFs) launched a cordon-and-search-operation (CASO) in the area following inputs about presence of militants hiding in a house, reports Daily
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Stone-pelting clashes erupted in Lal Chowk area of Anantnag District on October 3 after the Security Forces (SFs) launched a cordon-and-search-operation (CASO) in the area following inputs about presence of militants hiding in a house, reports Daily Excelsior. Youth took to streets and clashed with the SFs soon after the operation in the area was launched. The security forces fired tear gas and dispersed the protesters. The operation was later called off. Sources said that four militant who were hiding in the area were planning an attack in the town but fled as the SFs were cordoning off the area, adds Daily Excelsior.
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October - 3 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have claimed that Odisha Chief Minister (CM), Naveen Patnaik's Government is cheating tribals in the State, reports Business Standard on October 3. The Maoists, who held a meeting Visakhapatnam Distric
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have claimed that Odisha Chief Minister (CM), Naveen Patnaik's Government is cheating tribals in the State, reports Business Standard on October 3. The Maoists, who held a meeting Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh on the Andhra-Odisha Border (AOB) region on October 2, said the Gurupriya Bridge in Malkangiri District of Odisha, which Patnaik claimed will bring development to the region, has caused large-scale losses to tribals. "The Odisha government has constructed the bridge to loot the minerals in the region. To generate surplus electricity from the Balimela reservoir, the Odisha government has been storing more water in the dam. As a result, huge tracks of land under seven panchayats in the area have been inundated and thousands of farmers have suffered crop losses," the Maoists said. According to reports, more than 2,000 people attended the meeting which was held on the border abutting Sileru area in Vizag in the Visakhapatnam District. Addressing the tribals, the Maoists also said that if the Odisha Government fails to decrease the water level in the Balimela reservoir, they will support the people's agitation. Unconfirmed reports suggest top Maoist leader Ramakrishna aka RK also attended the meet.
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October - 3 
The Maharashtra Government, on October 3, moved to Supreme Court (SC) challenging a Delhi High Court order for the release of human rights activist Gautam Navlakha from house arrest, reports Devdiscourse News. The Maharashtra Government contended tha
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The Maharashtra Government, on October 3, moved to Supreme Court (SC) challenging a Delhi High Court order for the release of human rights activist Gautam Navlakha from house arrest, reports Devdiscourse News. The Maharashtra Government contended that the High Court's release order, on October 1, will preclude investigators from proceeding further in accordance with law. The High Court had said his detention was "untenable." Navlakha and four other rights activists (Sudha Bhardwaj, Varavara Rao, Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira) were arrested, on August 28, by the Pune Police in various cities on the charges of having links with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and in connection with the Koregaon-Bhima violence in Maharashtra.
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October - 3 
The Security Forces (SFs) conducted a raid and arrested two persons, identified as Shakir Ahmad Wani and Ghulam Mustafa Sheikh, for links with Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) who were providing logistics to the outfit and luring youth into militancy from Lol
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The Security Forces (SFs) conducted a raid and arrested two persons, identified as Shakir Ahmad Wani and Ghulam Mustafa Sheikh, for links with Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) who were providing logistics to the outfit and luring youth into militancy from Lolab in Kupwara District on October 3 night, reports Daily Excelsior. Shakir is a Border Security Force (BSF) jawan (trooper) posted outside the State and was on leave when he along with his associate was arrested by the SFs. A Police spokesman said that, “A pistol was recovered from them and the module was engaged in providing logistics support to militants apart from luring youth into militancy. A case (FIR number 77 under relevant sections of law) has been registered and further investigation is going on”.
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October - 3 
The Sikh organisation—Dal Khalsa has written a letter addressing the United Nations’ (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to take up the matter of ethnic and religious minorities and their welfare concerns with the Indian government, during his [G
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The Sikh organisation—Dal Khalsa has written a letter addressing the United Nations’ (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to take up the matter of ethnic and religious minorities and their welfare concerns with the Indian government, during his [Guterres] visit to Amritsar (Punjab) on October 3, reports The Hindu on October 3.
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October - 3 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were gunned down in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in a dense forest near Muler village in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on October 3, reports The Pioneer. Besides, one Maoist was al
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were gunned down in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in a dense forest near Muler village in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on October 3, reports The Pioneer. Besides, one Maoist was also arrested from the encounter site, located around 500 kilometers from the State capital, Raipur, Police said. The encounter took place late on October 2 evening in the forest near Muler village when a team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) was out on an anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation, Sukma, Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Meena said. SFs had launched the operation after receiving specific inputs about presence of rebels in the area, SP, Meena said. After the guns fell silent, bodies of three Maoists were recovered from the spot. One 315 bore rifle, four muzzle loading guns, one pipe bomb and commodities of daily use were also found, SP, Meena added. The identity of the slain Maoists and the arrested Maoist is yet to be ascertained.
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October - 3 
Three Maoists, including a female cadre, surrendered in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh, reports Newsonair on October 3. These Maoists surrendered before Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar range, Vivekanand Sinha.
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Three Maoists, including a female cadre, surrendered in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh, reports Newsonair on October 3. These Maoists surrendered before Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar range, Vivekanand Sinha.
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October - 3 
Unidentified assailants on October 3 evening hurled a petrol bomb on the house of a Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate. The door of the house of Shoukat Raja of Gojwara area of old city caught fire due to the attack but the fire was immediately ex
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Unidentified assailants on October 3 evening hurled a petrol bomb on the house of a Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate. The door of the house of Shoukat Raja of Gojwara area of old city caught fire due to the attack but the fire was immediately extinguished. Raja was not present at his home at the time of incident. Police immediately reached the spot and have started investigation.
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October - 3 
Unknown persons on October 3 evening targeted car by petrol bomb of an independent candidate Nisar Chudisaz at Kaka Mohalla in Rainawari area of Srinagar District. The car was parked outside his house and its tyres caught fire. The fire was, however,
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Unknown persons on October 3 evening targeted car by petrol bomb of an independent candidate Nisar Chudisaz at Kaka Mohalla in Rainawari area of Srinagar District. The car was parked outside his house and its tyres caught fire. The fire was, however, put off. Nisar was not at home at the time of the incident. Police reached the spot and started investigation.
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October - 3 
Rastriya Janata Party Nepal (RJPN) leader Rajendra Mahato speaking at a press meet held at Rajbiraj on October 3 has stated that the incumbent two-thirds majority government should consider amendment in the new constitution, reports The Himalayan Tim
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Rastriya Janata Party Nepal (RJPN) leader Rajendra Mahato speaking at a press meet held at Rajbiraj on October 3 has stated that the incumbent two-thirds majority government should consider amendment in the new constitution, reports The Himalayan Times. Mahato stressed the need for revising the national statute taking into consideration the sentiments of the Madhesh-movement. He said that the government should consider constitution amendment, holding swearing-in ceremony for lawmaker Resham Chaudhary, and revoking the cases of RJPN cadres who have been detained on false charges.
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October - 3 
In Jhenaidah District of the Khulna Division, Police arrested three JMB militants from a hotel in Jhenaidah town on October 3. The arrested are Abu Sayed Ansary, 23, Urmi Khatun, 21 and Habibur Rahman, 25. Police recovered two firearms and some Jihad
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In Jhenaidah District of the Khulna Division, Police arrested three JMB militants from a hotel in Jhenaidah town on October 3. The arrested are Abu Sayed Ansary, 23, Urmi Khatun, 21 and Habibur Rahman, 25. Police recovered two firearms and some Jihadi books from the spot.
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October - 3 
President Maithripala Sirisena on October 3 said the occupied lands in the North and East should inevitably be returned to the rightful owners and instructed the relevant authorities to sort out the problems and complete the process to release the la
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President Maithripala Sirisena on October 3 said the occupied lands in the North and East should inevitably be returned to the rightful owners and instructed the relevant authorities to sort out the problems and complete the process to release the lands before December 31, reports Colombo Page. The President instructed the officials when the Presidential Task Force on Development of the Northern and Eastern Provinces met for the third time at the Parliamentary Complex. The President gave further instructions to prepare a proper timeframe to launch the relevant program and present the progress of the program at the next Presidential Task Force meeting next month. Special attention was focused on releasing military occupied buildings and lands belong to schools in the North and East. The President, noting that people in certain areas of the Trincomalee district, are facing a severe water shortage inquired about the program being implemented to resolve the drinking water issue.
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October - 3 
Faryab Governor’s guard was killed and four others were injured in a mine explosion in an unspecified District of Faryab Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 3.
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Faryab Governor’s guard was killed and four others were injured in a mine explosion in an unspecified District of Faryab Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 3.
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October - 3 
Six Islamic State (IS) militants including a ‘commander’ identified as Sher Alam were killed in a series of air-strikes conducted by Coalition Forces in Wazir Tangi area of Khogyani District in Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 3.
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Six Islamic State (IS) militants including a ‘commander’ identified as Sher Alam were killed in a series of air-strikes conducted by Coalition Forces in Wazir Tangi area of Khogyani District in Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 3.
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October - 3 
Six Policemen and two Taliban militants were killed in the Chakhansur District of Nimroz Province on October 3, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Six Policemen and two Taliban militants were killed in the Chakhansur District of Nimroz Province on October 3, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 3 
Three Policemen were killed and six others were injured in a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack conducted by one Taliban militant using a Humvee targeting a Police check-post in the Maroof District of Helmand Province on October
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Three Policemen were killed and six others were injured in a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack conducted by one Taliban militant using a Humvee targeting a Police check-post in the Maroof District of Helmand Province on October 3, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. Police Spokesman Zia Durrani confirmed the casualty toll.
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October - 4 
A shutdown was also observed for the sixth consecutive day on October 4 in Qoimoh area of Kulgam District against the establishment of a new army camp at Redwani village, reports Daily Excelsior. Shops and business establishments remained closed and
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A shutdown was also observed for the sixth consecutive day on October 4 in Qoimoh area of Kulgam District against the establishment of a new army camp at Redwani village, reports Daily Excelsior. Shops and business establishments remained closed and traffic was off the roads in Qoimoh, Khudwani, Redwani, Ghat, Hawoora and Mishpoora areas of the Kulgam District.
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October - 4 
Government has imposed a fresh ban on National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), reports Morung Express on October 4. In a notification by Union nMinistry of Home Affairs (UMHA) stated that Government of India
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Government has imposed a fresh ban on National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), reports Morung Express on October 4. In a notification by Union nMinistry of Home Affairs (UMHA) stated that Government of India (GoI) was of the opinion that NLFT and ATTF have been engaging in subversive and violent activities, undermining the authority of the Government and spreading terror and violence among people for achieving their objectives. The rebel outfits in Tripura, formed in 1990 with the objective of “expulsion of all foreigners who entered the state after 1956”, were first banned in 1997. The fresh ban will continue for five more years. The NLFT and ATTF were first banned in 1997 following large-scale ethnic riots involving tribals and non-tribals in Khowai subdivision in Tripura, in which both outfits intervened on behalf of the tribals.
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October - 4 
Police thwarted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) bid to target security personnel by defusing two powerful Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) near Charla in Bhadradri Kothagudem District in Telangana on October 4, reports The Hans Indi
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Police thwarted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) bid to target security personnel by defusing two powerful Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) near Charla in Bhadradri Kothagudem District in Telangana on October 4, reports The Hans India. According to Police, the explosives weighing around 5 to 6 kilograms were fitted inside a tiffin box and pressure cooker with other materials used in the IEDs. A team of central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Special Police Party engaged in combing operations found the IEDs buried under a road near Taliperu Medium Irrigation Project left canal. Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Dutt said, the IEDs were powerful and could have caused severe impact if remained hidden. Later, the Police exploded the IEDs to neutralise them.
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October - 4 
Seven cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a female cadre, surrendered before Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar Range, Vivekanand Sinha in Bijapur District of Bastar division in Chhattisgarh on October 4, repo
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Seven cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a female cadre, surrendered before Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar Range, Vivekanand Sinha in Bijapur District of Bastar division in Chhattisgarh on October 4, reports Newsonair. The surrendered Maoists, whose identity was not yet revealed, had reward on their head, also handed over a rifle and a hand grenade to the Police. Police said that the surrendered Maoists will be provided necessary assistance as per the rehabilitation policy of the State Government.
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October - 4 
The Police seized immovable property of a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Jharilal Mahato, in Giridih District on October 4, reports The Week. Mahato had earned huge property in the form ‘levy’ (extortion money) coll
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The Police seized immovable property of a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Jharilal Mahato, in Giridih District on October 4, reports The Week. Mahato had earned huge property in the form ‘levy’ (extortion money) collected in the name of top Maoist leaders, Superintendent of Police (SP), Surendra Kumar Jha said. The immovable property of Mahato were worth crore of rupees, the Police said. Among the immovable property, Mahato had land at several places in the District including Dumri, the SP said adding that Mahato’s huge land was identified and seized in Dumri. The administration has also imposed ban on sale of the land, he said. Police had registered cases against Mahato in Pirtand Police Station in 1999 and 2008 under relevant sections in connection with Maoist activities as well as explosive act.
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October - 4 
Tral area in Pulwama District on October 4 observed shutdown against booking of a shopkeeper under Public Safety Act (PSA), adds Daily Excelsior. A shopkeeper Hilal Ahmad Dhobi of Hamdania Bazar Tral was booked under PSA on October 1 and was sent to
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Tral area in Pulwama District on October 4 observed shutdown against booking of a shopkeeper under Public Safety Act (PSA), adds Daily Excelsior. A shopkeeper Hilal Ahmad Dhobi of Hamdania Bazar Tral was booked under PSA on October 1 and was sent to Jammu jail. Police said he was working as over ground worker (OGW) for HM.
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October - 4 
With the Multi-Agency Centre (MAC), an intelligence-sharing ‘Fusion Centre’, suggesting a new trend in Jammu and Kashmir where former militants are again joining the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), the t
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With the Multi-Agency Centre (MAC), an intelligence-sharing ‘Fusion Centre’, suggesting a new trend in Jammu and Kashmir where former militants are again joining the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), the top security brass has advised forces on the ground, including the Army, to keep tabs on such elements in their respective operational theatres, reports The Tribune. Following the input received by MAC, an advisory was sent to the Army, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), J&K Police and the CID to corroborate the information, sources said. “In their respective responses, the Army and the CRPF contended that they had nothing to share on the input. But the CID and the J&K Police confirmed that as per their records, six militants, who had come through Nepal and surrendered in the Valley, had again joined militancy,” said a Senior Officer. As per the details provided by the CID and the J&K Police, surrendered militant Mohammad Iqbal Ganie, a resident of Anantnag, had joined the LeT on May 5, 2018. Meanwhile, sources said based on intelligence inputs, former militants — Mohammad Shafeeq Bhat of Batamaloo, and Rahi-ul-Amin Dar of Kulgam, were back on the radar of the security agencies. The trend of former militants joining militancy is being taken seriously and a detailed exercise has been started to ascertain more such cases so that remedial measures are taken, sources said.
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October - 4 
Ahle Sunnat Wal Jamaat (ASWJ) leader Maulana Ismail Derwish who was the former amir of Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) for District Peshawar, and his Police guard were shot dead by unidentified motorcyclists in Chairman Daftar area on Phandu Road of Pe
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Ahle Sunnat Wal Jamaat (ASWJ) leader Maulana Ismail Derwish who was the former amir of Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) for District Peshawar, and his Police guard were shot dead by unidentified motorcyclists in Chairman Daftar area on Phandu Road of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports The Express Tribune on October 4. One Police official said that Derwish was traveling in a Khyber car along with his guard Ayub when the attackers opened fire at them in Chairman Daftar area. “The gunman was killed on the spot while he [Derwish] was critically wounded, and later succumbed to his injuries at Lady Reading Hospital,” said the official, adding that it was clearly a target killing incident. Derwish, who was also reportedly contesting by-elections from PK-78 as ASWJ candidate, had served multiple times as the party’s provincial chief.
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October - 4 
Amid the failure of the federal government to provide reparation to the victims of Maoist insurgency, local governments in Bardiya District of Province No. 5 have started naming local infrastructure after the deceased and disappeared, and felicitatin
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Amid the failure of the federal government to provide reparation to the victims of Maoist insurgency, local governments in Bardiya District of Province No. 5 have started naming local infrastructure after the deceased and disappeared, and felicitating the victims’ families, reports Kathmandu Post on October 4. The District’s Barbardiya Municipality has named seven major roads after victims, either killed or forcefully disappeared, during the decade-long insurgency. Municipality Mayor Durga Bahadur Tharu told, “It is our duty to pay tribute to our martyrs who gave their lives to bring about huge political and social changes in the country. This move could provide some relief to their families who are waiting for justice for more than a decade.”
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October - 4 
In a bid to pressure the authorities, a group of rights activists led by Ram Kumar Bhandari collected items belonging to over 100 disappeared persons for exhibition titled 'Memory, Truth and Justice', reports Republica on October 4. Family members ha
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In a bid to pressure the authorities, a group of rights activists led by Ram Kumar Bhandari collected items belonging to over 100 disappeared persons for exhibition titled 'Memory, Truth and Justice', reports Republica on October 4. Family members have preserved items of clothing, household weapons, books, letters and other belongings of the disappeared. The exhibition will continue for a week. The items will then be returned to the respective families. “When the government's mechanisms turn dysfunctional such things remind them of the plight of the conflict victims and create some pressure. We will keep collecting such mementos in the coming days also so that the authorities will listen,” said Bhandari.
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October - 4 
Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Chief Surya Kiran Gurung speaking at a function in Kathmandu on October 4 has complained that the Government's delay in providing necessary funds and staffers for the transitional justice mechanism has hinder
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Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Chief Surya Kiran Gurung speaking at a function in Kathmandu on October 4 has complained that the Government's delay in providing necessary funds and staffers for the transitional justice mechanism has hindered investigation into war-era cases, reports Republica. He said “We have been repeatedly asking the government to allocate adequate resources and staffers but in a vain. This has seriously affected our work.
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October - 4 
In Joypurhat District of Rajshahi Division, Police arrested three JMB militants from Matirgarh area of on October 4. The arrested are Nur-e Alam alias Prince, 28, Azizar Rahman, 52, and Nur Mohammad, 32. 14 cocktails and some locally made guns were r
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In Joypurhat District of Rajshahi Division, Police arrested three JMB militants from Matirgarh area of on October 4. The arrested are Nur-e Alam alias Prince, 28, Azizar Rahman, 52, and Nur Mohammad, 32. 14 cocktails and some locally made guns were recovered from them.
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October - 4 
Norwegian Foreign Minister Ine Eriksen Søreide when she met with the visiting Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe at the state visitor's official residence in Oslo on October 4 commended Sri Lanka for continuing to set an example to the wo
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Norwegian Foreign Minister Ine Eriksen Søreide when she met with the visiting Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe at the state visitor's official residence in Oslo on October 4 commended Sri Lanka for continuing to set an example to the world on peace and reconciliation tackling difficult challenges faced in the process, reports Colombo Page. Søreide said Sri Lanka is a valued partner for Norway and assured Norway's full support to the peace and reconciliation program.
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October - 4 
Eight Afghan Local Policemen (ALP) were killed and eight others were injured in a clash with Taliban militants in Dara-i-Sauf Payeen District of Samangan Province on October 4, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Eight Afghan Local Policemen (ALP) were killed and eight others were injured in a clash with Taliban militants in Dara-i-Sauf Payeen District of Samangan Province on October 4, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 4 
Eight Taliban militants including three of Pakistani origin, four civilians including three women and a child were killed and eight civilians including seven women and a child were injured in an air-strike in Khogyani and Ishaqzai villages in Maroof
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Eight Taliban militants including three of Pakistani origin, four civilians including three women and a child were killed and eight civilians including seven women and a child were injured in an air-strike in Khogyani and Ishaqzai villages in Maroof District in Kandahar Province on October 4, reports Tolo News. Provincial Governor said in a statement that the Afghan National Police (ANP) Force members asked for air support and Taliban militants had hidden in people’s houses and therefore civilian casualties happened in the air-strike.
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October - 4 
Three people were killed and eight others were injured in a mine explosion in planted inside Barak organization located in Khogyani District of the Nangarhar Province on October 4, reports Bakhtar News.
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Three people were killed and eight others were injured in a mine explosion in planted inside Barak organization located in Khogyani District of the Nangarhar Province on October 4, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 4 
After more than a year in exile, the Jumhooree Party (JP) leader Gasim Ibrahim along with his family, returned to the Maldives and was greeted by the President-elect Ibrahim Solih at the airport on October 4, reports Maldives Times. Gasim Ibrahim was
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After more than a year in exile, the Jumhooree Party (JP) leader Gasim Ibrahim along with his family, returned to the Maldives and was greeted by the President-elect Ibrahim Solih at the airport on October 4, reports Maldives Times. Gasim Ibrahim was allegedly found guilty of attempted bribery and sentenced to more than three years in Prison in August 2017. Later, Gasim was granted medical leave to seek treatment in Singapore, from where he secured a ‘special permit’ from the German government to travel to Frankfurt in Germany. On September 30, the High Court ordered Gasim’s release pending a judgment on the appeal of his bribery conviction. The bail amount was set at MVR70,000 (USD 4,500).
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October - 5 
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan (trooper) was injured in a militant attack in Tral area of Pulwama Distrcit on October 5, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants hurled a grenade on 180 Battalion of CRPF headquarter at Tral-Bala in Tral town i
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A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan (trooper) was injured in a militant attack in Tral area of Pulwama Distrcit on October 5, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants hurled a grenade on 180 Battalion of CRPF headquarter at Tral-Bala in Tral town in which one CRPF personnel was injured.
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October - 5 
An Over Ground Worker (OGW) of militants, who was arrested four days back in Sopore, fled from Police Station Sopore in Baramulla District on October 5 afternoon, reports Daily Excelsior. Mehraj Ud Din Khan alias Marouf of New Colony Sopore escaped f
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An Over Ground Worker (OGW) of militants, who was arrested four days back in Sopore, fled from Police Station Sopore in Baramulla District on October 5 afternoon, reports Daily Excelsior. Mehraj Ud Din Khan alias Marouf of New Colony Sopore escaped from Police custody from Police Station Sopore. He was arrested four days back by Sopore police during a naka and Police was investigating his role in militancy.
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October - 5 
Director General of Police (DGP), Dilbag Singh said on October 5 that during past one week, Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested 450-500 over ground supporters of the militants, who were issuing threats and indulging in conspiracies to sabotage ong
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Director General of Police (DGP), Dilbag Singh said on October 5 that during past one week, Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested 450-500 over ground supporters of the militants, who were issuing threats and indulging in conspiracies to sabotage ongoing election process for Municipal and Panchayat elections, reports Daily Excelsior. DGP said the present situation in Kashmir is not the new one as they have been witnessing such situation for past 30 years now. However, he said, Police have made adequate arrangements for smooth conduct of the local polls. “Only two days back, we have busted a terror network which was engaged in torching of houses and Panchayat Ghars in the Valley with a view to spread panic among the people. Yet another group, which had been assigned the task of shooting the people has also been nabbed,” the State Police chief said. He said the third group was busted in Awantipora today [October 5], which was linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit and had also been assigned the task of sabotaging the polls. The fourth group was captured in Handwara, where youths posing with guns were circulating videos threatening the people against participation in the election process. “During past one week, we have nabbed 450 to 500 over ground sympathizers of the militants, who were involved in the conspiracies to sabotage polls,” Dilbag said, adding that Jammu and Kashmir Police along with other security agencies was fully prepared to meet any kind of threats.
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October - 5 
India expressed its ‘unhappiness’ with Pakistan on October 5, when Pakistan’s Minister of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony— Noorul-Haq Qadri addressed the All-Parties Conference (APC) and shared stage with 26/11 attack mastermind and Lashkar-
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India expressed its ‘unhappiness’ with Pakistan on October 5, when Pakistan’s Minister of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony— Noorul-Haq Qadri addressed the All-Parties Conference (APC) and shared stage with 26/11 attack mastermind and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT)’s ‘chief’ Hafiz Saeed, reports The Indian Express. Reacting to the incident, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on October 5 summoned a top diplomat of Pakistan High Commission in Delhi. The APC was organized by the Difa-e-Pakistan Council (DPC)—an umbrella coalition of more than 40 Pakistan-based political and religious parties.
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October - 5 
Maoists released the student abducted by them on October 5, after hundreds of tribal students in different parts of Sukma District of Chhattisgarh walked out of their schools to take out rallies in protest against the abduction, reports The New India
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Maoists released the student abducted by them on October 5, after hundreds of tribal students in different parts of Sukma District of Chhattisgarh walked out of their schools to take out rallies in protest against the abduction, reports The New Indian Express. The students sent out a warning saying that they would sit on a hunger strike till the student was released, which finally led to the Maoists giving in to the demands of the students and releasing the boy. “The boy was safely released by the Naxals [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] who responded positively to the students' appeal for his freedom,” a senior Police officer said. The boy was abducted when he was returning from Bhejji to his home at Konta in Sukma District on October 3.
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October - 5 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ‘chairman’ Khango Konyak, has reportedly appointed Isak Sumi as the group’s new ‘general secretary’, reports Nagaland Post on October 5. According to reports, Khango Konyak along with NSCN-K ca
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ‘chairman’ Khango Konyak, has reportedly appointed Isak Sumi as the group’s new ‘general secretary’, reports Nagaland Post on October 5. According to reports, Khango Konyak along with NSCN-K cadres have “collectively appointed” Isak Sumi as the new general secretary and that he was likely to take charge at the earliest. Sources also confirmed that the group was serious about resuming the cease-fire with the Government of India and contemplating to start a political dialogue. NSCN-K had abrogated from cease fire in 2015.
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October - 5 
NSCN-K also has informed that its officials ‘brigadier’ Akaho Zhimomi ‘finance in-charge’ Dimapur, Esshu Konyak ‘finance in-charge’ Mon District and ‘brigadier’ Yeangang ‘finance in-charge’ Tuengsang and Kiphire have been “released from their respec
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NSCN-K also has informed that its officials ‘brigadier’ Akaho Zhimomi ‘finance in-charge’ Dimapur, Esshu Konyak ‘finance in-charge’ Mon District and ‘brigadier’ Yeangang ‘finance in-charge’ Tuengsang and Kiphire have been “released from their respective assignments, reports Nagaland Post on October 5. Meanwhile, NSCN-K has informed that the ‘finance committee’ headed by Isak Sumi as ‘convenor’, Shelen Konyak as ‘secretary’ and Apan Konyak as ‘treasurer’ would oversee the Districts until further notice.
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October - 5 
On October 5, Border Security Force (BSF) recovered five country made 12 bore single barrel guns and three cartridges from Meghalaya Bangladesh border area in Shella in East Khasi Hills District, The Shillong Times. BSF in a statement said that force
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On October 5, Border Security Force (BSF) recovered five country made 12 bore single barrel guns and three cartridges from Meghalaya Bangladesh border area in Shella in East Khasi Hills District, The Shillong Times. BSF in a statement said that force got information about concentration of a few arms smugglers who were to deliver arms to their associates in Bangladesh through some unknown cattle smugglers. BSF also stated that ‘In view of the forthcoming general election in Bangladesh, there are likely chances of smuggling of arms from India to Bangladesh in the coming days’.
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October - 5 
The Hyderabad Police on October 5 has arrested two persons—Bhavesh Patel (36) and Suresh Kumar Dayabhai Patel, and recovered Hawala (illegal money transfer) money worth INR 99.36 Lakh, from unspecified location in Telangana, reports The New Indian Ex
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The Hyderabad Police on October 5 has arrested two persons—Bhavesh Patel (36) and Suresh Kumar Dayabhai Patel, and recovered Hawala (illegal money transfer) money worth INR 99.36 Lakh, from unspecified location in Telangana, reports The New Indian Express. The recovered money was in denominations of INR 500, INR 200, and INR 2000 and meant to be hand-over to their ‘customers’ in the Hyderabad city. The duo was also carrying a code, one-half of a 10 rupee note. The money was to be delivered to the client who had the other half of the same 10 rupee note. Both, Bhavesh and Suresh Kumar are residents of Gandhinagar in Gujarat. In preliminary interrogation, the accused confessed that they were deputed by Hawala operators—Ankit Patel and Amit N. Mehta who are based in Gujarat, said the Commissioner of Police (CP) Anjani Kumar.
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October - 5 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) investigating the nexus between the arrested Hawala (illegal money transfer) operative—Mohammad Salim (62) and terror funding network spread in India; the NIA confiscated the computer data from Salim’s employer
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) investigating the nexus between the arrested Hawala (illegal money transfer) operative—Mohammad Salim (62) and terror funding network spread in India; the NIA confiscated the computer data from Salim’s employer [Salim worked in a garment company] for further investigation, reports The Times of India on October 5. On September 25, the NIA cracked an alleged terror funding module having ties with terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT)’s front organisation Falah-e-Insaniyat Foundation (FIF), and Mohammad Salim—resident of Kuchaman City in Nagaur district of Rajasthan.
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October - 5 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 5 has convicted four persons—Afroz Ansari, Sunny Kumar, Ishraful Alam, and Alomgir Sheikh, for their involvement in smuggling and circulation of the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), under the rele
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 5 has convicted four persons—Afroz Ansari, Sunny Kumar, Ishraful Alam, and Alomgir Sheikh, for their involvement in smuggling and circulation of the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), under the relevant Sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act [UA(P)A], reports Business Standard. The NIA Special Court will pronounce the quantum of punishment on October 11.
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October - 5 
Two National Conference (NC) workers, identified as Mushtaq Ahmad Bhat and Nazir Ahmad Wani were shot dead by militants and another one identified as Shakeel Ahmad was injured in Habba Kadal area of Srinagar city in Srinagar District on October 5 mor
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Two National Conference (NC) workers, identified as Mushtaq Ahmad Bhat and Nazir Ahmad Wani were shot dead by militants and another one identified as Shakeel Ahmad was injured in Habba Kadal area of Srinagar city in Srinagar District on October 5 morning, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants opened fire at the trio when they were sitting in the butchers shop in Karfali Mohalla in Habba Kadal area. The militants fled after carrying out the attack leaving them in a pool of blood. Senior Police officers immediately reached the spot and entire area was searched but the militants had fled away. However, no one was arrested.
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October - 5 
Unidentified assailants lobbed a petrol bomb at the residence of Congress Party worker and candidate for Municipal Polls, Irshad Ahmad Wani, in Hajin area of Bandipora District on October 5 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. Wani is contesting from Wa
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Unidentified assailants lobbed a petrol bomb at the residence of Congress Party worker and candidate for Municipal Polls, Irshad Ahmad Wani, in Hajin area of Bandipora District on October 5 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. Wani is contesting from Ward No. 2 and Ward No. 5 in Hajin Municipality. However, in the attack no loss of life or injury was reported. The area was cordoned off to nab the attackers.
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October - 5 
A month after Minister of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Bhanu Bhakta Dhakal publicly disowned the draft amendment to the Transitional Justice Act released by his predecessor Sher Bahadur Tamang, the Ministry has come up with a fresh ‘prelimi
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A month after Minister of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Bhanu Bhakta Dhakal publicly disowned the draft amendment to the Transitional Justice Act released by his predecessor Sher Bahadur Tamang, the Ministry has come up with a fresh ‘preliminary draft’, reports The Himalayan Times on October 5. The Ministry is now working on an action plan to take the preliminary draft to the provincial level for consultations with stakeholders, including victims. “We will most probably start consultations after Dashain and Tihar festivals,” said Ramesh Dhakal, spokesperson for the Ministry. Conflict victims have rejected the draft amendment to the existing Enforced Disappearances Enquiry, Truth and Reconciliation Commission Act 2014 presented by former Minister Tamang. The draft had proposed perpetrators would not get amnesty in serious human rights violations, but could get waiver in sentences as per the prevailing laws — up to 60 per cent if they did not reveal the truth and did not assist the court, but if they assisted the court, revealed the truth, apologised to the victims and pledged not to commit such crimes again, they could get waiver of punishment up to 75 per cent.
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October - 5 
Co-chairs of Nepal Communist Party (NCP) Pushpa Kamal Dahal and KP Sharma Oli on October 5 discussed formation of party’s lower committees, reports The Himalayan Times. This is the first meeting between the two leaders after they returned from their
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Co-chairs of Nepal Communist Party (NCP) Pushpa Kamal Dahal and KP Sharma Oli on October 5 discussed formation of party’s lower committees, reports The Himalayan Times. This is the first meeting between the two leaders after they returned from their foreign visits. The two leaders discussed lower committee’s formation and decided to further discuss the issues in the party’s secretariat meeting.
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October - 5 
Two militants of Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) were killed in a blast inside a tin-shed house when Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) members cordoned off a suspected militant den in Uttar Sonapahar of Chittagong District in Chittagong Division on
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Two militants of Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) were killed in a blast inside a tin-shed house when Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) members cordoned off a suspected militant den in Uttar Sonapahar of Chittagong District in Chittagong Division on October 5, reports The Daily Star. After the end of the eight-hour drive, RAB recovered an AK-22 rifle, three foreign-made pistols, five improvised explosive devices, and a huge amount of grenade-making materials and some documents.
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October - 5 
Four Taliban militants were killed and three others were injured, and 60 landmines were recovered and neutralised in Awkal village of the Shindand District in Herat Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 5.
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Four Taliban militants were killed and three others were injured, and 60 landmines were recovered and neutralised in Awkal village of the Shindand District in Herat Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 5.
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October - 5 
One United States (US) Soldier identified as James A. Slape was killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in an unspecified District of Helmand Province on October 5, reports Tolo News.
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One United States (US) Soldier identified as James A. Slape was killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in an unspecified District of Helmand Province on October 5, reports Tolo News.
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October - 5 
Three civilians including a woman and a child were killed in an explosion when a bomb-rigged motorcycle went off in Cholan’s Dab village in Khost City (District) of Khost Province on October 5, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Three civilians including a woman and a child were killed in an explosion when a bomb-rigged motorcycle went off in Cholan’s Dab village in Khost City (District) of Khost Province on October 5, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 5 
Two civilians (girls) were killed and 16 others were injured in an explosion when their vehicle struck a roadside bomb in Zheri District of Kandahar Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 5.
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Two civilians (girls) were killed and 16 others were injured in an explosion when their vehicle struck a roadside bomb in Zheri District of Kandahar Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 5.
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October - 5 
Considering the appeal from the Human Rights Commission of the Maldives (HRCM), the Maldives Correctional Services (MCS) granted leave permission to the Maldives’ former Defence Minister Mohamed Nazim to fly abroad for the medical treatment, reports
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Considering the appeal from the Human Rights Commission of the Maldives (HRCM), the Maldives Correctional Services (MCS) granted leave permission to the Maldives’ former Defence Minister Mohamed Nazim to fly abroad for the medical treatment, reports The Edition on October 5. Mohamed Nazim, who was Defence Minister in the ruling government in the Maldives, was sentenced to 11 years by the Criminal Court for illegal weapon possession after a pistol and three bullets were found from his residence.
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October - 6 
A shopkeeper, identified as Tawseef Ahmad Ganie who was abducted by militants was found dead in an orchard in Sopore area in Baramulla District on October 6 morning, reports Daily Excelsior. Tawseef Ahmad Ganie, resident of Tujjer Sopore, was abducte
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A shopkeeper, identified as Tawseef Ahmad Ganie who was abducted by militants was found dead in an orchard in Sopore area in Baramulla District on October 6 morning, reports Daily Excelsior. Tawseef Ahmad Ganie, resident of Tujjer Sopore, was abducted by militants from his shop at Unisoo village of Handwara on Kupwara District on October 3. The body of the abducted shopkeeper was recovered from orchards at Harwan village on October 6 morning. Tawseef Ahmad Ganie was a butcher and had recently uploaded a video on social media sites in which he had criticized the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’, Reyaz Naikoo, for threatening the Special Police Officers (SPOs). In the video, Ganie spoke about the threatening of SPOs by Naikoo. He had said in the video that threatening and killing of SPOs is unjustified and blamed Naikoo of killing Kashmiri youth in the past. “Allah will not forgive you (Naikoo)”, he had said in the video.
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October - 6 
Police arrested a local Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader from Gobindaganj Municipality of Gaibandha District in Rangpur Division when he was holding anti-Government meeting there with his party men on October 6, reports The Daily Star. The arrestee is Mo
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Police arrested a local Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader from Gobindaganj Municipality of Gaibandha District in Rangpur Division when he was holding anti-Government meeting there with his party men on October 6, reports The Daily Star. The arrestee is Mominul Master, President of Gobindaganj poura ward unit of of JeI. Police recovered Islamic revolutionary books and leaflets from the spot.
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October - 6 
Five Islamic State (IS) militants in an air-attack conducted by Afghan Air Force (AAF) in Barg Matal District of Nuristan Province on October 6, reports Bakhtar News.
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Five Islamic State (IS) militants in an air-attack conducted by Afghan Air Force (AAF) in Barg Matal District of Nuristan Province on October 6, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 6 
Four Islamic State (IS) militants were killed and two training camps were destroyed in drone-strikes conducted by United States (US) in Machine Dara area of in Khogyani District of Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 6.
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Four Islamic State (IS) militants were killed and two training camps were destroyed in drone-strikes conducted by United States (US) in Machine Dara area of in Khogyani District of Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 6.
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October - 6 
Seven militants were killed and five others were injured in air-strikes conducted by United States (US) Forces in Qarabagh district on October 6, reports Khaama Press.
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Seven militants were killed and five others were injured in air-strikes conducted by United States (US) Forces in Qarabagh district on October 6, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 6 
Thirty Taliban militants including four ‘commanders’ identified as Mullah Bari Jan, Mullah Hanzala, Mullah Mukhlis and Mullah Abdul Salam were killed in three separate drone-strikes conducted by Foreign Forces in unspecified District (s) in Farah Pro
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Thirty Taliban militants including four ‘commanders’ identified as Mullah Bari Jan, Mullah Hanzala, Mullah Mukhlis and Mullah Abdul Salam were killed in three separate drone-strikes conducted by Foreign Forces in unspecified District (s) in Farah Province during the past (duration not specified), reports Tolo News on October 6.
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October - 6 
Two Policemen were killed and nine others including six Policemen and three civilians were injured in consecutive Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosions in 16th Police District of Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province on
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Two Policemen were killed and nine others including six Policemen and three civilians were injured in consecutive Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosions in 16th Police District of Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province on October 6, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 6 
The Maldives’ former Vice-President Dr Mohamed Jameel Ahmed returned to Maldives on October 6 after living in the United Kingdom (UK) under exile for more than three years, reports Maldives Independent. Upon his return, he was greeted by Jumhooree Pa
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The Maldives’ former Vice-President Dr Mohamed Jameel Ahmed returned to Maldives on October 6 after living in the United Kingdom (UK) under exile for more than three years, reports Maldives Independent. Upon his return, he was greeted by Jumhooree Party (JP) leader Gasim Ibrahim and other party members at the airport. After President Abdulla Yameen’s defeat in the September 23 Presidential election, many “high-profile” figures have also been released from prison, including the former President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom and three other politicians.
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October - 7 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp was busted following a massive fire exchange between the Police and the CPI-Maoist cadres during a combing operation inside the dense Sunki forest under Pottangi Block (administrative unit) in Korap
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp was busted following a massive fire exchange between the Police and the CPI-Maoist cadres during a combing operation inside the dense Sunki forest under Pottangi Block (administrative unit) in Koraput District of Odisha on October 7, reports Orissa Post. Superintendent of Police (SP), (Koraput), Kanwar Vishal Singh said that acting on the information about the presence of a group of armed Maoists along with some top cadres inside the Sunki forest, a joint search operation by the Special Operation Group (SOG) and the District Voluntary Force (DVF) was launched at around 10.15 am. While the operation was underway, the Maoists sensed the movement of the combing team and opened fire at the security personnel. The security personnel fired in retaliation following which the Maoists fled the camp, taking advantage of the terrain and forest cover. The cross-fire continued till 1.15 PM though no casualties were reported from either side. “The security personnel then busted a Maoist camp inside the forest and seized huge cache of arms and ammunition and several other articles,” Singh said.
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October - 7 
A Panchayat Ghar (village level local administration office) was set on fire by unidentified assailants at Pinglena in Pulwama District on October 7 night, reports Daily Excelsior. The roof and windows of Panchayat Ghar were completely damaged in the
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A Panchayat Ghar (village level local administration office) was set on fire by unidentified assailants at Pinglena in Pulwama District on October 7 night, reports Daily Excelsior. The roof and windows of Panchayat Ghar were completely damaged in the fire. However, fire was put off. Over one dozen Panchayat Ghars were set ablaze since last month.
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October - 7 
A wanted Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘commander’ of the first platoon of People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army’s (PGLA) Hidama Battalion, who was involved in 15 major exchanges of fire cases has been arrested by the Police in East Godav
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A wanted Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘commander’ of the first platoon of People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army’s (PGLA) Hidama Battalion, who was involved in 15 major exchanges of fire cases has been arrested by the Police in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh on late on October 7, reports UNI. In a joint search operation, the Chintoor sub-division Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) battalion personnel, on a tip off, arrested Podiyam Muda alias Mallesh (32) near Bojjiguppa `T’ junction on Bhadrachalam –Cherla Road. East Godavari District Superintendent of Police (SP), Vishal Gunni said that 20 detonators and 20 gelatin sticks were also seized from his possession. Muda is a Gotti Koya tribal belonging to Atulpura village under Polampalli Police Station limits in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh.
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October - 7 
As many as 16 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) including two women cadres were arrested in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on October 7, reports Pragativadi News. The arrested Maoists allegedly involved in a deadly attack in
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As many as 16 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) including two women cadres were arrested in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on October 7, reports Pragativadi News. The arrested Maoists allegedly involved in a deadly attack in Chintagufa Police limits in Sukma District in which 25 jawans (troopers) were killed in April 2017, were arrested during a combing operation by Security Forces (SFs) in Minipa forest in the neighbouring State. The identities of the arrested Maoists are yet to be ascertained.
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October - 7 
Assam Police issued alert in several Districts, including the Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD), after intelligence indicated that nearly 12 National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigwra (NDFB-S) militants are trying to enter Assam,
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Assam Police issued alert in several Districts, including the Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD), after intelligence indicated that nearly 12 National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigwra (NDFB-S) militants are trying to enter Assam, reports Assam Tribune on October 7. Special Director General of Police (Special Branch) Pallab Bhattacharya stated that about 10 to 12 militants NDFB-S were trying to enter Assam from Myanmar. He also added that NDFB-S militants in Myanmar is facing severe fund crunch that might have triggered the move. He also stated that ‘However, we do not want to take any chances and have directed all concerned to take necessary steps to thwart any kind of subversive activities’. Alerts have been sounded in Districts of Darrang and Sonitpur. Meanwhile, a senior Assam Police official based in the BTAD stated that the outfit is running out of funds and that is why they might try to raise money.
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October - 7 
Assam Rifles (AR) arrested the ‘chairman’ and ‘commander in chief’ of Socialist Democratic Front of Kukiland (SDFK) Boithang Haokip was arrested from Philengkot village in Ukhrul District on October 7, reports Imphal Free Press. The arrested individu
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Assam Rifles (AR) arrested the ‘chairman’ and ‘commander in chief’ of Socialist Democratic Front of Kukiland (SDFK) Boithang Haokip was arrested from Philengkot village in Ukhrul District on October 7, reports Imphal Free Press. The arrested individual founded SDFK in March 2018, and he was earlier the ‘general secretary’ of Kuki National Front-Nehlun (KNF-N) SDFK is believed to have over 25 armed cadres and actively involved in weapon smuggling and extortion activities. Suspected to be involved in the killing of KNF cadres, Boithang Haokip was frequently on the move and regularly moved to Moreh to avoid being caught. Over the past few months SDFK is believed to have established its base in Moreh.
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October - 7 
On October 7, Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) militant was shot dead allegedly by National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants at Samliangtiang village under Khoupum Police station of Noney District, reports Imphal Free Press
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On October 7, Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) militant was shot dead allegedly by National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants at Samliangtiang village under Khoupum Police station of Noney District, reports Imphal Free Press. The militant has been identified as ‘captain’ Salimpou Pamei. He was reportedly shot dead from a short range in front of his wife.
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October - 7 
Security Forces (SFs) on October 7 morning launched an operation in six villages of Shopian District including Sindo Shirmal, Balpora, Ganowpora, Barthipora,Wathoo and Chakh, adds Daily Excelsior. They were sealed off by SFs after information of mili
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Security Forces (SFs) on October 7 morning launched an operation in six villages of Shopian District including Sindo Shirmal, Balpora, Ganowpora, Barthipora,Wathoo and Chakh, adds Daily Excelsior. They were sealed off by SFs after information of militants’ movement in these villages. However, the operation was called off in the afternoon.
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October - 7 
SFs also launched a cordon-and-search operation on October 7 in parts of Sopore following some gunshots near Seelu area of Sopore of Baramulla, adds Daily Excelsior. The gunshots were heard from an orchard near Zangir Mode in Seelu area. Soon after
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SFs also launched a cordon-and-search operation on October 7 in parts of Sopore following some gunshots near Seelu area of Sopore of Baramulla, adds Daily Excelsior. The gunshots were heard from an orchard near Zangir Mode in Seelu area. Soon after the incident, a joint team of Special Operations Group (SOG) and Army cordoned off the Zangir Morh and New Colony Sopore. However, operation was later called off.
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October - 7 
The ‘commander in chief’ of now disbanded Dimasa rebel outfit Dima Halom Daogah (DHD), Pranab Nunisa was wounded on October 7 by unidentified gunmen at Nahorbari under Diphu Police station in Karbi Anglong District, reports Nagaland Post. Morung Expr
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The ‘commander in chief’ of now disbanded Dimasa rebel outfit Dima Halom Daogah (DHD), Pranab Nunisa was wounded on October 7 by unidentified gunmen at Nahorbari under Diphu Police station in Karbi Anglong District, reports Nagaland Post. Morung Express further adds that The DHD officially disbanded in March 2013, as part of a tripartite memorandum of settlement (MoS) between the Centre, the state government and the surrendered DHD belonging to the Nunisa and Jewel Garlosa factions signed on October 8, 2012.
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October - 7 
The Pallikaranai Police on October 7 arrested a businessman—Mohammed Anwar Raja (29) and recovered the Hawala (illegal transfer money) worth INR 53 lakh [in total] from his residence in Guduvancherry town in Kanchipuram District of Tamil Nadu, report
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The Pallikaranai Police on October 7 arrested a businessman—Mohammed Anwar Raja (29) and recovered the Hawala (illegal transfer money) worth INR 53 lakh [in total] from his residence in Guduvancherry town in Kanchipuram District of Tamil Nadu, reports The Times of India. Reportedly, Raja created a ‘drama’ and call the Police that he was attacked and robbed by an armed gang who snatched INR 20 lakh from him [Raja]. Later, Police team browsed through the CCTV cameras and found no such incident occurred. However, the preliminary inquiries proved that Raja handed over the cash to his wife and asked her to hide it at their house before staging the ‘drama’. Police recovered INR 20 lakh which was handed-over by Raja to his wife and another INR 33 lakh buried in his residence’s courtyard. Police believed that the recovered money is a part of Hawala transactions. Later, the Court sent Raja to jail.
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October - 7 
The Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on October 7 arrested two persons— Pankaj and Dinesh for their involvement in Hawala (illegal money transfer) network, and recovered INR 3.50 crore in Swaroopganj area of Sirohi District in Rajasthan, reports
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The Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on October 7 arrested two persons— Pankaj and Dinesh for their involvement in Hawala (illegal money transfer) network, and recovered INR 3.50 crore in Swaroopganj area of Sirohi District in Rajasthan, reports Pink City Post. The officials of the Income Tax (IT) Department initiated the interrogation of two arrested youth who belong to Gujarat. Both were smuggling the cash from Delhi’s Chandni Chowk to Ahmedabad in Gujarat. Acting upon the information, the ATS team led by Inspector Shyam Singh, tracked and intercepted the car of duo. The ATS officials informed and handed over the cash to the IT department.
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October - 7 
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on October 7 said there will be no amnesty in cases of serious violation of human rights, reports The Himalayan Times. “If someone had committed crime in the name of Maoist War, then they will be punished: there will be n
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Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on October 7 said there will be no amnesty in cases of serious violation of human rights, reports The Himalayan Times. “If someone had committed crime in the name of Maoist War, then they will be punished: there will be no amnesty for serious crimes. We are going to follow the international conventions we have signed. Only American presidents have the privilege of choosing not to follow such conventions. Being a small nation, we don’t have such privileges,” Oli said.
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October - 7 
The Chairman of Free Madhes Alliance, CK Raut, who has courted controversy for his secessionist remarks, has been arrested from Gaur of Rautahat District in Province No. 2 on October 7, reports Republica. Raut was arrested by the Police after he appe
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The Chairman of Free Madhes Alliance, CK Raut, who has courted controversy for his secessionist remarks, has been arrested from Gaur of Rautahat District in Province No. 2 on October 7, reports Republica. Raut was arrested by the Police after he appeared at the District court on a general date. A Police team led by DSP Mahendra Prasad Marasini took Raut under control after he was returning from the court. Police are interrogating Raut following the detention.
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October - 7 
Fifteen Taliban militants were killed and eight others were in injured in separate operations conducted with the support of the Artillery Units and the Air Forces in Bala Bolok and Khak Safid Districts of Farah Province (break-down not specified), re
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Fifteen Taliban militants were killed and eight others were in injured in separate operations conducted with the support of the Artillery Units and the Air Forces in Bala Bolok and Khak Safid Districts of Farah Province (break-down not specified), reports Khaama Press on October 7. Several ‘commanders’ of the Taliban militants, including Haji Bari Jan, Mullah Nafih, Mullah Satar, and Mullah Mohammad Hassan were among those killed.
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October - 7 
Five Islamic State (IS) militants were killed in an air-strike carried out by Afghan Security Forces in Manogi District of Kunar Province on October 7, reports Bakhtar News.
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Five Islamic State (IS) militants were killed in an air-strike carried out by Afghan Security Forces in Manogi District of Kunar Province on October 7, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 7 
President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani has said that the four-year security plan is being implemented as he promised that the security situation would improve with the implementation of the plan, reports Khaama Press on October 7. Emphasizing on the importa
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President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani has said that the four-year security plan is being implemented as he promised that the security situation would improve with the implementation of the plan, reports Khaama Press on October 7. Emphasizing on the importance of one command for the national defense forces, President Ghani said the effectiveness of Army Corps, Kandaks, and bases should further rise, insisting that the inappropriate deployment of the armed forces would not be acceptable.
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October - 7 
Sixteen Taliban militants were killed when their own explosives went off triggered by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Qarabagh District of Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 8.
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Sixteen Taliban militants were killed when their own explosives went off triggered by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Qarabagh District of Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 8.
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October - 7 
Three people including one Policeman were injured in an explosion in the 11th Police District of Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province, reports Khaama Press on October 7.
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Three people including one Policeman were injured in an explosion in the 11th Police District of Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province, reports Khaama Press on October 7.
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October - 7 
United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) stated on October 7 that in a special report that suicide and non-suicide Improvised Explosive Device (IEDs) reached record highs in the 3rd quarter of 2018. The special report – titled “Increa
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United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) stated on October 7 that in a special report that suicide and non-suicide Improvised Explosive Device (IEDs) reached record highs in the 3rd quarter of 2018. The special report – titled “Increasing Harm to Afghan Civilians form the Deliberate and Indiscriminate Use of Improvised Explosive Devices” – documents a sharp increase from 1 January - 30 September 2018 in the killing and maiming of Afghan civilians by IEDs, which have caused almost half of the civilian casualties from conflict-related violence. Civilian deaths and injuries arising from the combined use of suicide and non-suicide IEDs reached record high levels in the third quarter of 2018, the report stated. Between 1 January and 30 September 2018, UNAMA documented 3,634 civilian casualties (1,065 deaths and 2,569 injured) from suicide and non-suicide IED attacks. These casualty figures include 247 women casualties (72 deaths and 175 injured) and 608 child casualties (155 deaths and 453 injured). Between 1 January and 30 September 2018, civilian casualties from attacks with all types of IEDs increased by 21 percent compared with the same period in 2017, while the number of civilian casualties from suicide IED attacks increased by 46 percent. The use of suicide IEDs alone caused more civilian deaths and injuries than any other tactic, including ground engagements. Non-suicide IEDs also continued to cause extremely high levels of civilian casualties – most concurringly from indiscriminate victim-activated pressure-plate IEDs. UNAMA attributed all civilian casualties from suicide and non-suicide IEDs during this period to anti-government elements, with 52 percent of civilian casualties attributed to Islamic State (IS), 40 percent to Taliban, and the remainder to undetermined anti-Government elements. Kabul Province continued to record the highest number of civilian casualties from armed conflict, mainly due to suicide IED attacks by anti-government elements in densely populated civilian areas of the capital. Between 1 January and 30 September 2018, UNAMA documented 1,402 civilian casualties (433 deaths and 969 injured) in Kabul city, with 99 percent of these caused by suicide and other IED attacks. So far in 2018, the mission has documented 34 IED incidents causing civilian casualties in Kabul province (23 suicide IED attacks and 11 non-suicide IED attacks).
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October - 8 
A college student who was abducted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres on October 6 from Kunanpali village of Sukma District of Chhattisgarh, was found dead near the village entrance on October 8, reports Pragativadi News. The
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A college student who was abducted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres on October 6 from Kunanpali village of Sukma District of Chhattisgarh, was found dead near the village entrance on October 8, reports Pragativadi News. The deceased was identified as Kunjami Sankar, student of Livelihood College of the District. According to sources, the Maoists had abducted Kunjami from the village on October 6. It is believed that the Maoists hacked him to death after Kunjami refused to join the Maoist organisation. Taking note of the killing, the Security Forces (SFs) have launched a search operation in nearby areas, informed Sukma Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Mina.
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October - 8 
A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant was arrested at 8th Mile in West Jaintia Hills, reports The Shillong Times on October 8. The arrestee has been identified as Taddulung Kamei. He was involved in abduction and extorti
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A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant was arrested at 8th Mile in West Jaintia Hills, reports The Shillong Times on October 8. The arrestee has been identified as Taddulung Kamei. He was involved in abduction and extortion in Manipur. The accused is from Sibling village in Tamenglang in Manipur. Kamei’s wife and child were also among four others travelling with Kamei.
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October - 8 
According to highly places sources, though there were inputs about possible entry of Rohingya into the North East, no such movement has so far been noticed on the ground, reports Assam Tribune on October 8. Sources also state that though an input was
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According to highly places sources, though there were inputs about possible entry of Rohingya into the North East, no such movement has so far been noticed on the ground, reports Assam Tribune on October 8. Sources also state that though an input was received about two weeks back about the possibility of exodus of substantial number of Rohingya into the North East authenticity could not be substantiated. However, not deciding to take any chance, the Central agencies and police forces kept a close watch on the situation and no such movement of Rohingya from either Myanmar or Bangladesh were noticed. The Railways have also been alerted to keep watch on possible movement of Rohingya from the region to other parts of the country. Sources said that so far, the North East is not facing any threat from possible mass exodus of Rohingya as it would not be easy for them to enter the region from the locations where they are staying in Myanmar and Bangladesh. Sources pointed out that in the past, a few Rohingya managed to enter the region either through the India-Myanmar border or through the international border in Bangladesh through Tripura. But their number is not large and around 30 of them were caught in different parts of Assam and are now in jail. Even during the mass exodus of Rohingya from Myanmar following the crackdown by Myanmar Army last year, very few managed to enter India and majority of them fled to Bangladesh. during the mass exodus of Rohingya from Myanmar following the crackdown by Myanmar Army last year, very few managed to enter India and majority of them fled to Bangladesh.
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October - 8 
Adil Ahmad Buhru, a BJP candidate from Ward 15 was injured when protesters threw stones at him near Dachigam Polling booth in Srinagar District.
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Adil Ahmad Buhru, a BJP candidate from Ward 15 was injured when protesters threw stones at him near Dachigam Polling booth in Srinagar District.
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October - 8 
An impressive turnout of 56.7 percent was recorded in 11 Districts of the State, which went to polls in first phase of Panchayat and Municipal elections on October 8 with border district of Rajouri in Jammu region recording highest voting percentage
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An impressive turnout of 56.7 percent was recorded in 11 Districts of the State, which went to polls in first phase of Panchayat and Municipal elections on October 8 with border district of Rajouri in Jammu region recording highest voting percentage of 81 and Bandipora District the lowest of 3.4 per cent, reports Daily Excelsior. The turnout was by and large peaceful with no major incident reported from any poll-bound area in all three regions of the State except minor complaints of verbal duels and Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) getting out of order, all of which were addressed immediately and voting went on smoothly.
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October - 8 
At Kralpora in Kupwara District, Security Forces (SFs) lobbed tear smoke shells after failing to disperse anti-election protesters with baton charge. At least four youth were injured in the protests that continued for several hours.
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At Kralpora in Kupwara District, Security Forces (SFs) lobbed tear smoke shells after failing to disperse anti-election protesters with baton charge. At least four youth were injured in the protests that continued for several hours.
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October - 8 
At least 10 people, including a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate were injured during protests as shutdown called by separatists against holding of Municipal and Panchayat (Local Body) elections in Jammu and Kashmir disrupted life in the Valley
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At least 10 people, including a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate were injured during protests as shutdown called by separatists against holding of Municipal and Panchayat (Local Body) elections in Jammu and Kashmir disrupted life in the Valley on October 8, reports Daily Excelsior. The shutdown called by separatist leaders including Syed Ali Shah Geelani, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Muhammad Yasin Malik against holding of elections as they had called for boycott of these elections. Clashes broke out in parts of the Valley as the first phase of the polls was held on October 8 in 83 Municipal Wards from 7 am till 4 pm.
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October - 8 
Clashes also erupted in Old town Baramulla in Baramulla District, where angry protesters engaged SFs in pitched battles. However, no one was injured in the clashes.
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Clashes also erupted in Old town Baramulla in Baramulla District, where angry protesters engaged SFs in pitched battles. However, no one was injured in the clashes.
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October - 8 
Government of India (GoI) is likely to go ahead with the deportation of 23 more Rohingya currently lodged in three detention camps of Assam, reports Assam Tribune on October 8. GoI had recently deported seven Rohingya lodged in the Silchar detention
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Government of India (GoI) is likely to go ahead with the deportation of 23 more Rohingya currently lodged in three detention camps of Assam, reports Assam Tribune on October 8. GoI had recently deported seven Rohingya lodged in the Silchar detention camp, back to Rakhine State in Myanmar. Sources in the State Government stated that nationality verification of all the 23 Rohingya have already been completed. About 23 Rohingya immigrants, who were detained for illegally entering the country, are currently lodged in Silchar, Goalpara and Tezpur detention camps. Tezpur detention camp houses the most number of Rohingya inmates
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October - 8 
In a joint operation, the Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on October 8 has arrested—Nishant Agrawal, an engineer employed with the BrahMos Aerospace Unit at Wardha Road in Nagpur in Maharashtra for allegedly passing the “tech
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In a joint operation, the Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on October 8 has arrested—Nishant Agrawal, an engineer employed with the BrahMos Aerospace Unit at Wardha Road in Nagpur in Maharashtra for allegedly passing the “technical information” to Pakistan, reports The Tribune. Nishant is from Roorkee (Uttar Pradesh) and got married two months ago. He was living at a rented accommodation on Wardha Road since 2017.
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October - 8 
In a suspected case of extortion on October 8, a non-Naga shopkeeper was attacked by two armed assailants at Burma camp in Dimapur District, reports Nagaland Post.
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In a suspected case of extortion on October 8, a non-Naga shopkeeper was attacked by two armed assailants at Burma camp in Dimapur District, reports Nagaland Post.
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October - 8 
In Anantnag District, protesters fought pitched battle with SFs in Janglat Mandi area. One person was injured as the SFs and protesters clashed in the area.
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In Anantnag District, protesters fought pitched battle with SFs in Janglat Mandi area. One person was injured as the SFs and protesters clashed in the area.
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October - 8 
In Lankreshipora village of Bandipora District, a woman was injured when Security Forces (SFs) used tear gas canisters and pellets to disperse anti-election protesters. Shabeena, wife of Javed Ahmad received multiple pellet injuries as SFs fired pell
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In Lankreshipora village of Bandipora District, a woman was injured when Security Forces (SFs) used tear gas canisters and pellets to disperse anti-election protesters. Shabeena, wife of Javed Ahmad received multiple pellet injuries as SFs fired pellets to disperse the protesters.
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October - 8 
In Parimpora and Noorbagh localities in Srinagar District, three people were injured in the stone pelting protests.
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In Parimpora and Noorbagh localities in Srinagar District, three people were injured in the stone pelting protests.
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October - 8 
With 250 militants waiting on the launch pads across the Line of Control (LoC) in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) for sneaking in into Kashmir, this year the infiltration of militants into the Valley is already on increase, reports Daily Excelsior on
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With 250 militants waiting on the launch pads across the Line of Control (LoC) in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) for sneaking in into Kashmir, this year the infiltration of militants into the Valley is already on increase, reports Daily Excelsior on October 8. According to Multi Agency Centre (MAC) figures, so far this year 96 militants have infiltrated into Kashmir while last year, 123 militants had sneaked in 406 infiltration attempts. In 2015, 33 militants infiltrated into Kashmir in 121 attempts while during 2016, 119 militants intruded into Kashmir in 371 attempts. General Officer Commanding (GOC) 15 Corps, Lieutenant General A K Bhatt, said that 250 militants are waiting on the launch pads along the LoC in PoK ready to sneak in ahead of winter. Sources said that these militants are mostly waiting in Athmuqam, Tehjian, Wandalkulle, Jura and Shardi launching pads. The militants are also attempting to sneak in through Uri and Nowgam sector where from it is very difficult as there are less gaps in the infiltration grid in these sectors. Sources said that the next two months are crucial as militants commanders across in PoK will try to push in as many militants as they can ahead of winter when the mountain passes close due to snowfall. However, Security Forces (SFs) are vigilant and have intensified their patrolling to foil such attempts. The report adds that, not only infiltration is on increase this year, the recruitment of militants is also on rise. According to official figures, 141 youth were recruited into militancy this year so far while for the last year the figure was 126 for whole year; in 2016 it was 88; in 2015, the number was at 66; 2014 it was 53; 2013 it was 16; 2012 it was 21; 23 in 2011 and 54 in 2010. Besides this large numbers of youth have registered themselves with the militant organizations but are waiting for their latter’s nod, sources claimed. This year SFs have achieved major successes against the militants and killed 41 infiltrators on the LoC while in the hinterland 111 militants were killed so far including top commanders of militant outfits. Despite these successes, 300 militants are still operating in Kashmir. According to sources, there are around 150-170 militants operating in North Kashmir. They are operating in small groups in Rafiabad, Zainagheer, Sopore, Hajin, Bandipora, Baramulla, Palhalan Pattan, Kunzar Tangmarg, Lolab Kandi and Rajwar in Handwara areas. These militants mostly belonged to Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Al Badr. In Sopore which was for long time militancy free, Jaish has established its bases while LeT is in the peripheries of Sopore, Hajin in Bandipora, Rafiabad in Baramulla District and Handwara in Kupwara District.
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October - 8 
The Asia Pacific Group (APG), a Financial Action Task Force (FATF)-style regional body on money laundering, urged Pakistan on October 8 to intensify actions against the non-profit organisations suspected of giving financial aid to terrorist groups an
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The Asia Pacific Group (APG), a Financial Action Task Force (FATF)-style regional body on money laundering, urged Pakistan on October 8 to intensify actions against the non-profit organisations suspected of giving financial aid to terrorist groups and bring more transparency in the steps it is taking over proliferation matters, reports The Express Tribune. Technical experts of the APG started the 3rd Mutual Evaluation process of Pakistan that will end on the 19th of this month. The technical experts from the US, the UK, Turkey, Maldives, Indonesia and China have started assessing the steps taken by Pakistan to meet the FAFT recommendations. The purpose of the visit is to gauge the effectiveness of Pakistan’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Terrorism Financing (CTF) regime under the FATF effectiveness methodology. The APG visit has begun six days before the FATF plenary meeting in Paris from the 14th of this month.
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October - 8 
The United States (US) Army has spelled out two things it wants Pakistan to do: de-link the Pakistan-based Taliban leaders from their cadres in Afghanistan and force them to participate in peace talks, Dawn reported on October 8. General Joseph L. Vo
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The United States (US) Army has spelled out two things it wants Pakistan to do: de-link the Pakistan-based Taliban leaders from their cadres in Afghanistan and force them to participate in peace talks, Dawn reported on October 8. General Joseph L. Votel, commander, US Central Command (Centcom), explained the two points while commenting on Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi’s recent visit to Washington at a Pentagon news briefing this weekend. As Centcom chief, General Votel is directly responsible for the US-led war in Afghanistan, which also includes stopping the alleged cross-border attacks from Pakistan. Centcom chief says fighters must not be allowed to move into Pakistan to get aid. “And they need to do that by making absolutely sure that there are no instructions, direction, other things coming from Taliban leadership that remains in Pakistan to their fighters on the ground,” he said. “They need to ensure that there can be no movement back and forth and that fighters can’t come back into Pakistan to get aid or medical care or other things with that.” The Pakistanis also “need to use their influence with the Taliban to force the Taliban leadership to come to the table,” he added.
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October - 8 
Experts and stakeholders at an event organised jointly by the National Network of the Families of the Disappeared and Missing-Nepal and Tribhuvan University Department of Conflict, Peace and Development Studies on October 8 said the transitional just
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Experts and stakeholders at an event organised jointly by the National Network of the Families of the Disappeared and Missing-Nepal and Tribhuvan University Department of Conflict, Peace and Development Studies on October 8 said the transitional justice process should be victim-centric for it to become successful, reports The Himalayan Times. Senior journalist Yubaraj Ghimire said “Peace without justice is meaningless. And, the transition will never end unless the victims are delivered justice.” Ghimire suggested that the Transitional Justice mechanisms — the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) and the Commission of Investigation on Enforced Disappeared Persons (CIEDP) — should have representations from victims to make them effective. Similarly, Foreign affairs and security expert Geja Sharma Wagle said the transitional justice process would not be successful until four stakeholders — government, political parties, victims and security agencies including the army and police — came on board wholeheartedly. “At this moment, all of them are engaged, but half-heartedly,” he said. Wagle also said Nepal’s transitional justice process was neither victim-friendly nor human rights-friendly. He suggested that transitional justice law should be amended keeping in mind three factors — justice, reconciliation and reparation. Rights activist Reshma Thapa said transitional justice was not an end, but a means. She suggested that issues of truth-seeking and reparation be taken ahead now, leaving the contentious issue of prosecution for a later stage. “Let’s keep the contentious issues of amnesty and prosecution for a later stage so that some work can be done,” she said.
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October - 8 
The Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal (RJP-N) on October 8 submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli demanding to initiate the process of amending the constitution, reports The Himalayan Times. The RJP-N has been saying that the constitution s
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The Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal (RJP-N) on October 8 submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli demanding to initiate the process of amending the constitution, reports The Himalayan Times. The RJP-N has been saying that the constitution should be amended to address the demands of Madhesi, Tharu, Muslims and Janajatis. The RJP-N said that if the Government did not address its demands then it would have no option but to withdraw support to the government and launch agitation. The party also drew the government’s attention to the ‘increasing problems of law and order, incidents of violence against women, including rape and murder and price hike.’
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October - 8 
Former State Minister Vijayakala Maheswaran has been arrested by the Organized Crime Prevention Division (OCPD) of Police on October 8 (today) for calling reorganization of the outlawed terrorist group Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in order
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Former State Minister Vijayakala Maheswaran has been arrested by the Organized Crime Prevention Division (OCPD) of Police on October 8 (today) for calling reorganization of the outlawed terrorist group Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in order to curb the rising crime in the North, reports Colombo Page. Speaking an event at the Veerasingham Hall in Jaffna on July 2, Maheswaran has called for the reorganization of LTTE in order to curb the rising crime in the North. The UNP Jaffna District parliamentarian resigned from her post of State Minister of Child Affairs on July 5 due to the criticism generated by her statement. The Attorney General advised the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara to take legal action under the Penal Code against Maheswaran over her controversial statement on the LTTE.
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October - 8 
Five militants were killed, three others were injured and two Humvee vehicles were destroyed in air-strikes conducted by Security Forces (Afghan, US or joint strike not specified) in Jamjama area of Muqor district in Ghazni Province, reports Khaama P
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Five militants were killed, three others were injured and two Humvee vehicles were destroyed in air-strikes conducted by Security Forces (Afghan, US or joint strike not specified) in Jamjama area of Muqor district in Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 8.
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October - 8 
Nineteen Taliban militants were killed and three others injured in air-strikes conducted in Shiren Tagab and Khwaja Subzpush Districts of the Faryab Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 8.
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Nineteen Taliban militants were killed and three others injured in air-strikes conducted in Shiren Tagab and Khwaja Subzpush Districts of the Faryab Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 8.
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October - 8 
Taliban militants group in Afghanistan has threatened to carry out attacks against the election targets during the upcoming parliamentary and district council elections, reports Khaama Press on October 8. “Those people who are trying to help in holdi
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Taliban militants group in Afghanistan has threatened to carry out attacks against the election targets during the upcoming parliamentary and district council elections, reports Khaama Press on October 8. “Those people who are trying to help in holding this process successfully by providing security should be targeted and no stone should be left unturned for the prevention and failure of this malicious American conspiracy,” the statement added. The Parliamentary and District Council Elections are scheduled to be organized on 20 October, 2018.
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October - 8 
The United State (US) Special Adviser for Afghanistan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad on October 8 asked the Taliban to form an authorized team of negotiators for peace talks, reports Tolo News. He also called on the Afghan Government to form its own
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The United State (US) Special Adviser for Afghanistan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad on October 8 asked the Taliban to form an authorized team of negotiators for peace talks, reports Tolo News. He also called on the Afghan Government to form its own team of inclusive and authorized representatives for the peace process.
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October - 8 
Twenty-three Taliban militants and six Policemen were killed and another 20 Policemen were injured when militants attacked security posts in Qush Tepa District in Jowzjan Province on October 7 to October 8, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Twenty-three Taliban militants and six Policemen were killed and another 20 Policemen were injured when militants attacked security posts in Qush Tepa District in Jowzjan Province on October 7 to October 8, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 8 
Two Humvee vehicles were destroyed in air-strikes conducted by US Forces in Waghez district of Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 8.
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Two Humvee vehicles were destroyed in air-strikes conducted by US Forces in Waghez district of Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 8.
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October - 8 
US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad met with the former prominent Jihadi leader Abdul Rab Rasool Sayaf to discuss prospects for Afghan peace, reports Khaama Press on October 8.
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US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad met with the former prominent Jihadi leader Abdul Rab Rasool Sayaf to discuss prospects for Afghan peace, reports Khaama Press on October 8.
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October - 9 
A militant of United National Liberation Front (UNLF) was arrested from Utlou Bazar in Bishnupur District, reports Imphal Free Press on October 10
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A militant of United National Liberation Front (UNLF) was arrested from Utlou Bazar in Bishnupur District, reports Imphal Free Press on October 10
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October - 9 
After arrests of several suspects in AK-47 smuggling case in September 2018, Patna Police on October 9 arrested another suspect and ‘kingpin’ of the network— Manzar Alam from Munger District in Bihar, reports Republic World. As the case is handed-ove
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After arrests of several suspects in AK-47 smuggling case in September 2018, Patna Police on October 9 arrested another suspect and ‘kingpin’ of the network— Manzar Alam from Munger District in Bihar, reports Republic World. As the case is handed-over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), Manzar Alam will be hand-over to the Agency for further interrogation.
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October - 9 
Another political party with an agenda of separate Twipraland has been formed in Tripura and is named Twipra-Ha party, reports Northeast Today on October 9. Twipra-Ha party leader Nakshatra Jamatia stated that ‘People who had joined IPFT on the issue
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Another political party with an agenda of separate Twipraland has been formed in Tripura and is named Twipra-Ha party, reports Northeast Today on October 9. Twipra-Ha party leader Nakshatra Jamatia stated that ‘People who had joined IPFT on the issue of separate Twipra land have been fooled by IPFT leaders thus we believe that people will join us leaving them and all of us will fight together for a separate Twipraland’.
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October - 9 
Cordination Committee (CorCom) has called for that a state wide shut down from the evening of October 15, reports Imphal Free Press on October 10. In a press release by ‘media coordinator’ of CorCom Leibaak Ngaakpa Luwang, CorCom alleged that ‘public
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Cordination Committee (CorCom) has called for that a state wide shut down from the evening of October 15, reports Imphal Free Press on October 10. In a press release by ‘media coordinator’ of CorCom Leibaak Ngaakpa Luwang, CorCom alleged that ‘public shall never accept the declaration made on October 15, 1949 that Kangleipak has been merged into India’.
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October - 9 
Four ‘over ground workers (OGWs)’ of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were arrested October 9 from Awantipora area of Pulwama district along with INR one million in cash which was meant for carrying out terror activities, police said, reports Daily Excelsior
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Four ‘over ground workers (OGWs)’ of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were arrested October 9 from Awantipora area of Pulwama district along with INR one million in cash which was meant for carrying out terror activities, police said, reports Daily Excelsior. “Police received a reliable information that an active terrorist of banned terror outfit Hizbul Mujahideen, Adil Ahmad Bhat, has handed over a huge amount to an OGW Rouf-ul-Islam Wani for distribution among other terrorists and OGWs for carrying out terror activities in the area,” an unnamed police spokesman said. He said a case was registered in this regard and Wani was detained for questioning.
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October - 9 
In a bid to crackdown on funding for the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted on October 9 raids at 15 different locations, Oneindia reports on October 10. During the raids cash to the tune o
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In a bid to crackdown on funding for the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted on October 9 raids at 15 different locations, Oneindia reports on October 10. During the raids cash to the tune of INR 10 million was recovered. Cash was recovered both in Indian and Singapore currency, NIA officials said. Raids were conducted at Ranchi, Hazaribagh and Jamshedpur in Jharkhand and Durgapur in West Bengal. The case on hand relates to a Maoist funding case. An NIA statement read," on 09.10.2018, NIA conducted searches at 15 locations in Jharkhand and West Bengal in connection with LWE Terror funding case. Fifteen teams of NIA assisted by Jharkhand police carried out searches at the residences and offices of managers of different companies associated with purchase and transport of coal in Amrapali and Magadh coalfields for their alleged role in providing funds to (banned) LWE organisation TPC (Tritiya Prastuti Committee)."
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October - 9 
Indigenous People’s Front of Twipra (IPFT), has threatened to launch an intensive movement if an Assam-like National Register of Citizens is not implemented in the border state, reports The Shillong Times on October 9. The tribal-based party, which h
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Indigenous People’s Front of Twipra (IPFT), has threatened to launch an intensive movement if an Assam-like National Register of Citizens is not implemented in the border state, reports The Shillong Times on October 9. The tribal-based party, which has been spearheading the demand for NRC since a long time along with other indigenous parties, is however sticking to the cut-off date of March 25, 1971 for preparation of the citizens register.IPFT spokesperson, Mangal Debbarma sated that ‘We want 1971 as the cut-off year unlike some of the other tribal parties which are demanding 1949 and 1951 as the cut-off years on the basis of which the NRC has to be prepared. Tripura has bore the brunt of illegal influx for too long and if such a citizen’s register is not implemented, we will be compelled to launch an intensive movement’. Ever since Assam had published the complete draft NRC on July 30 this year which saw over 40 lakh not figuring in the draft,the other north-eastern states, apprehending influx, have been demanding safeguards, including mechanisms such as ILP (inner line permit). In Tripura, tribal parties such as the Indigenous Nationalist Party of Tripura and the Tripura People’s Front too have been demanding a citizen’s register on the lines of Assam.
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October - 9 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Guwahati has formally taken over the case from Assam Police in connection with banned militant outfit Hizbul Mujahideen’s (HM) attempt to expand its network in Assam, reports Assam Tribune on October 10. The Cen
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Guwahati has formally taken over the case from Assam Police in connection with banned militant outfit Hizbul Mujahideen’s (HM) attempt to expand its network in Assam, reports Assam Tribune on October 10. The Central agency has been keeping a close eye on the developments along with Assam and Uttar Pradesh Police after HM militant Qamar-uz-Zama was arrested by the anti-terrorism squad of Uttar Pradesh Police from Kanpur. Qamar-uz-Zama hails from Assam, and as per the investigating agency, he was entrusted with the responsibility to strengthen the outfit's network in the Assam. The Assam Police has so far arrested eight people in connection with the case.
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October - 9 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) will take over the investigation into the case of a Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) militant from Assam, who was allegedly trained in Jammu and Kashmir, reports Indian Express on October 9. Qamar us Zaman, who was arrested
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) will take over the investigation into the case of a Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) militant from Assam, who was allegedly trained in Jammu and Kashmir, reports Indian Express on October 9. Qamar us Zaman, who was arrested in Uttar Pradesh on September 13, was brought to Assam on October 6. Special Director General of Police (DGP) Pallab Bhattacharyya stated that ‘It was the logical step to bring him (Zaman) here for interrogation. The case has been handed over to the NIA, but before they take up the case, we are interrogating him once ourselves’.
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October - 9 
On October 9, an unidentified People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-progressive (PREPAK-pro) militant was arrested Khangabok in Thoubal District, reports Imphal Free Press.
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On October 9, an unidentified People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-progressive (PREPAK-pro) militant was arrested Khangabok in Thoubal District, reports Imphal Free Press.
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October - 9 
People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), alleged that Government of India (GoI) was expecting that insurgent groups could be suppressed after signing of peace deal with National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM), reports
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People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), alleged that Government of India (GoI) was expecting that insurgent groups could be suppressed after signing of peace deal with National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM), reports Imphal Free Press on October 9. It also stated that NSCN-IM was ‘dreaming’ that it would build a Naga unity. PREPAK press release stated that these were impossible. The press release also added that PREPAK, Revolutionary Peoples Front (RPF) and United National Liberation Front (UNLF) formed Manipur People’s Liberation Front (MPLF). Then Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), KYKL, PREPAK, PREPAK (Pro), RPF, UNLF and UPPK got together and formed the Co-ordination Committee.
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October - 9 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) identified as Wanglai Konyank was arrested from border areas of Assam-Nagaland and handed over to the custody of Namtola Police in Shivsagar District on Oct
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) identified as Wanglai Konyank was arrested from border areas of Assam-Nagaland and handed over to the custody of Namtola Police in Shivsagar District on October 9, reports The Sentinel. A pistol was recovered from the militant. The arrested militant was involved in extortion in the area.
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October - 9 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested an unidentified militant of unspecified militant group in East Karbi Anglong District, reports The Shillong Times on October 10. Five .22 pistols and ammunition were recovered from the militant.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested an unidentified militant of unspecified militant group in East Karbi Anglong District, reports The Shillong Times on October 10. Five .22 pistols and ammunition were recovered from the militant.
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October - 9 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered large number of live ammunition along with two sophisticated arms from the bank of a river in Thoubal District on October 9, reports Imphal Free Press. The recovered arms include Heckler Koch (HK) Assault Rifle and M 1
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered large number of live ammunition along with two sophisticated arms from the bank of a river in Thoubal District on October 9, reports Imphal Free Press. The recovered arms include Heckler Koch (HK) Assault Rifle and M 16 Assault Rifle with magazines and 1384 rounds of live 5.56 mm ammunition.
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October - 9 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘central committee’ released a letter and threatened to kill Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Paderu, Giddi Eswari, for “harassing” tribals by promoting bauxite mining
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘central committee’ released a letter and threatened to kill Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Paderu, Giddi Eswari, for “harassing” tribals by promoting bauxite mining in the region, reports Times Now. Accusing Eswari of accepting INR 200 million from TDP and changing her party, the group advised her to fight against bauxite excavation and to distribute the money to the people within two months of time. The letter threatened that Eswari "will get the same punishment as the other two [Araku MLA Sarveswara Rao and former Araku MLA Siveri Soma], if she does not change her methods." In the letter, the Maoists group also attempted justification for the killing of Araku MLA Sarveswara Rao and former Araku MLA Siveri Soma. The letter stated that Rao and Soma were ‘sentenced’ to tribal harassment, as they favoured the bauxite excavation which was affecting the livelihood of the tribals living in the vicinity.
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October - 9 
The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) team on October 9 arrested Aziz Darvesh Shaikh (34)—a native of Jharkhand, and an “absconder” in 2012 the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) case, from Kurnool [same District] in Andhra Pradesh, reports Daily
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The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) team on October 9 arrested Aziz Darvesh Shaikh (34)—a native of Jharkhand, and an “absconder” in 2012 the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) case, from Kurnool [same District] in Andhra Pradesh, reports Daily News and Analysis. In 2012, the Police recovered FICNs worth INR 3.75 lakh in the denomination of INR 500 and INR 1,000.
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October - 9 
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Purna Chandra Thapa speaking at his first press meet since taking over the post on September 9 has said that Nepali Army has been monitoring the separatist and anti-constitution elements in the country, reports The Hima
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Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Purna Chandra Thapa speaking at his first press meet since taking over the post on September 9 has said that Nepali Army has been monitoring the separatist and anti-constitution elements in the country, reports The Himalayan Times. COAS Thapa expressed the commitment to fully professionalise the Nepali Army. “Gone are the days of despotism and recommendations, no work will be held against the procedures and rules,” he said. Stating that the Army personnel will be assessed based on merit, he reiterated not to allow any kind of activities that have any effect on national security.
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October - 9 
Foreign Affairs Minister Tilak Marapana on October 9 said Sri Lanka has made considerable progress on complying with the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution 30/1 co-sponsored by the US and Sri Lanka and adopted in October 2015, rep
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Foreign Affairs Minister Tilak Marapana on October 9 said Sri Lanka has made considerable progress on complying with the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution 30/1 co-sponsored by the US and Sri Lanka and adopted in October 2015, reports Daily Mirror. Minister Marapana said “The establishment of the Office of Missing Persons (OMP), passing of the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance Act, tabling of Reparations Bill and the Counter Terrorism Bill are the steps taken in the right direction by Sri Lanka to fulfil her obligations. We have had regular consultations with other co-sponsors, EU, UK and Canada and those who voted for the resolution at the UNHRC who have expressed their appreciation on the progress that has been made by Sri Lanka. Further, anyone could see himself how this government has restored democracy, rule of law, the independence of judiciary and media. Today, no one has the feeling of insecurity, abduction or disappearance. The government has also constituted the Constitution Council and through it established independent commissions. No suppression of media and harassment on media personnel, critical on the government. We have taken upon ourselves the reforms which are beneficial to our people. In this regard, the government is well aware of where we should draw the line. We are confident that the International Community will defend us to the hilt at the March 2019 sessions of the UNHRC and therefore no one must unnecessarily worry about it.”
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October - 9 
Human Rights Watch (HRW) in a 80-page report, “‘Why Can’t We Go Home?’: Military Occupation of Land in Sri Lanka,” released on October 9 (today) said the Sri Lankan Government is slow to return civilian land and property nearly a decade since the end
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Human Rights Watch (HRW) in a 80-page report, “‘Why Can’t We Go Home?’: Military Occupation of Land in Sri Lanka,” released on October 9 (today) said the Sri Lankan Government is slow to return civilian land and property nearly a decade since the end of the civil war in 2009, reports Daily Mirror. The report is based on over 100 interviews between August 2017 to May 2018 with members of affected communities, activists, local officials, and lawyers. It looks into cases of military occupation and land release in 20 areas in six districts, primarily in Sri Lanka’s North and East. The report details security force occupation of land both during and after the armed conflict. It identifies the lack of transparency and due process, failure to map occupied land, inadequate support to affected people and communities, and prolonged delays in providing appropriate reparations for decades of loss and suffering. The military has also used some confiscated lands for commercial profit rather than national security and returned damaged or destroyed property to owners without compensation. “All those displaced during Sri Lanka’s brutal civil war are entitled to return to their homes. Despite repeated pledges by the authorities, the military has been frustratingly slow to restore land to its rightful owners,” said Meenakshi Ganguly, South Asia Director.
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October - 9 
75 Taliban militants including five ‘commanders’ identified as Qari Fazal Ur Rehman, Qari Haqqani, Qari Mir Zaman, Zarawar Khan, and Qari Sharafuddin previously fighting in Bati Kot District joined the peace process in Nangarhar Province, reports Kha
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75 Taliban militants including five ‘commanders’ identified as Qari Fazal Ur Rehman, Qari Haqqani, Qari Mir Zaman, Zarawar Khan, and Qari Sharafuddin previously fighting in Bati Kot District joined the peace process in Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 10. Provincial Governor Hayatullah Hayat stated that “we will use these Taliban in the security of the district and they will join other residents and security forces in fighting against the enemy”, adds Tolo News.
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October - 9 
Eight civilians including Wolesi Jirga (Parliamentary) candidate Saleh Mohammad Achakzai were killed and 11 others were injured in suicide bombing targetting the election campaign in 1st Police District of Lashkargah City (district) the capital of H
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Eight civilians including Wolesi Jirga (Parliamentary) candidate Saleh Mohammad Achakzai were killed and 11 others were injured in suicide bombing targetting the election campaign in 1st Police District of Lashkargah City (district) the capital of Helmand Province on October 9, reports Tolo News.
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October - 9 
Five Taliban militants were killed while planting an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on a roadside in Nehal Dasht village of Posht Rod District of Farah Province, reports Khaama Press on October 9.
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Five Taliban militants were killed while planting an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on a roadside in Nehal Dasht village of Posht Rod District of Farah Province, reports Khaama Press on October 9.
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October - 9 
Four persons smuggling narcotics (hashish, opium and heroin) were arrested by Afghan Security Forces to on their way to Marko Bazzar located in Jalalabad-Torkham highway in an unspecified district of Nangarhar Province, reports Bakhtar News on Octobe
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Four persons smuggling narcotics (hashish, opium and heroin) were arrested by Afghan Security Forces to on their way to Marko Bazzar located in Jalalabad-Torkham highway in an unspecified district of Nangarhar Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 10.
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October - 9 
High Peace Council (HPC) on October 9 said in reaction to US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad’s calls for Government and Taliban to form inclusive and authorized negotiating teams that the Afghan gover
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High Peace Council (HPC) on October 9 said in reaction to US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad’s calls for Government and Taliban to form inclusive and authorized negotiating teams that the Afghan government will cooperate and establish its delegation in the near future, reports Tolo News.
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October - 9 
Meshrano Jirga (Senate) on October 9 asked regional countries to cooperate with US Special Envoy for Afghan Reconciliation Zalmai Khalizad in his efforts to break the Afghan peace impasse, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Meshrano Jirga (Senate) on October 9 asked regional countries to cooperate with US Special Envoy for Afghan Reconciliation Zalmai Khalizad in his efforts to break the Afghan peace impasse, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 9 
Ten militants affiliated with Mullah Hebatullah faction and six militants affiliated to Mullah Rasool faction were killed in intra-factional clash between Taliban militants in Guzra District of Herat Province, reports Khaama Press on October 9.
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Ten militants affiliated with Mullah Hebatullah faction and six militants affiliated to Mullah Rasool faction were killed in intra-factional clash between Taliban militants in Guzra District of Herat Province, reports Khaama Press on October 9.
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October - 9 
Three civilians (Afghan nomads) were killed by Islamic State (IS) in a public execution in a ‘desert court’ in Momand Dara District of Nangarhar Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 10.
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Three civilians (Afghan nomads) were killed by Islamic State (IS) in a public execution in a ‘desert court’ in Momand Dara District of Nangarhar Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 10.
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October - 9 
Twenty-seven Taliban militants were killed and 13 others were injured in two separate air strikes by Security Forces in Nad Ali District of Helmand Province on October 9, reports Tolo News.
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Twenty-seven Taliban militants were killed and 13 others were injured in two separate air strikes by Security Forces in Nad Ali District of Helmand Province on October 9, reports Tolo News.
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October - 10 
A couple, who were ‘wanted’ Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and who carried a cash reward on their head, surrendered before the Hyderabad Police citing ‘political differences’ and other reasons, Opindia reports on October 10. The
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A couple, who were ‘wanted’ Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and who carried a cash reward on their head, surrendered before the Hyderabad Police citing ‘political differences’ and other reasons, Opindia reports on October 10. The couple, Koti Purushotham alias MK, 68; and his wife Koti Vinodhini, 63; had joined the Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] movement in 1981 and had been actively involved in recruitment and propaganda activities. According to reports, MK and Vinodhini were members of Regional Committee for almost 31 years and had carried a reward of INR 800,000 and INR 500,000 respectively. While Purushottam worked as a headmaster in a school, his wife worked as a teacher and they both had reportedly kept their jobs as a cover for their Naxal activities.
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October - 10 
Acting upon the information, the Police team on October 10 has intercept a private bus en route to Mumbai from Udaipur and arrested a Hawala (illegal money transfer) suspect— Vasudev, and recovered eight bundles of INR 2,000, and 15 bundles of INR 50
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Acting upon the information, the Police team on October 10 has intercept a private bus en route to Mumbai from Udaipur and arrested a Hawala (illegal money transfer) suspect— Vasudev, and recovered eight bundles of INR 2,000, and 15 bundles of INR 500 currency notes worth total INR 47 lakh, reports Udaipur Times. Police suspects that the money is of Hawala. In preliminary interrogation, Vasudev claimed that he was carrying money at the behest of the shop owner to Zaveri Bazaar in Mumbai for the purchase of jewellery. Vasudev works at Kesari Gold Shop in Ghantaghar area in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Due to unavailability of any document that support Vasudev’s claim, the Police seized the money and arrested him.
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October - 10 
After the trail of ten years, the Police has arrested Abdul Saleem—a member of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and ‘key’ suspect in 2008 Bengaluru serial blasts, from Kerala, reports One India on October 11. Reportedly, on July 25, 2008
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After the trail of ten years, the Police has arrested Abdul Saleem—a member of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and ‘key’ suspect in 2008 Bengaluru serial blasts, from Kerala, reports One India on October 11. Reportedly, on July 25, 2008, series of blasts took place at several locations in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The Police said that the blasts were caused by low intensity crude bombs triggered by timers. Several persons were injured in the blasts, while only a lady lost her life.
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October - 10 
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel have recovered a huge quantity of explosives from a dump hidden in a rocky terrain during a special search operation in Pravasani Reserve Forest area under Jamankira Police Station in Sambalpur District o
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Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel have recovered a huge quantity of explosives from a dump hidden in a rocky terrain during a special search operation in Pravasani Reserve Forest area under Jamankira Police Station in Sambalpur District on October 10, reports Indian Express. The CRPF personnel deployed in anti-Naxal operation recovered 49 gelatine sticks, 45 commercial electric detonators, one 12-volt battery, two torch lights, five pencil batteries, medicines, bandage cotton, 5 metre thin copper wire, 50 metre electric flexi wire, one charger, a plastic container, polythene sheet, and 2 feet iron wire during a two-day long search operation. Police said the quantity of explosives recovered suggested the Naxals might be planning a big attack on Security Forces (SFs).
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October - 10 
On October 10, a National Liberation Front fo Tripura (NLFT) militant and two of his aides surrendered before Border Security Force (BSF) at Telimuara in Khowai District, reports Assam Tribune. The surrendered militants are Trivijoy Tripura, Amrika T
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On October 10, a National Liberation Front fo Tripura (NLFT) militant and two of his aides surrendered before Border Security Force (BSF) at Telimuara in Khowai District, reports Assam Tribune. The surrendered militants are Trivijoy Tripura, Amrika Tripura and Kharjumani Tripura all residents of Dhalai District. According to BSF official, Trivijoy is an active member of the banned outfit and an inmate of the NLFT hideout at Segun Bagan, Bangladesh. While Amrika joined the outfit last year along with 19 youths, Karjumoni got in touch with the outfit in 2014.
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October - 10 
Opposing the bail application filed by activist Sudha Bharadwaj, Pune City Police on October 10 alleged that she played a role in mobilising party cadres and funds for the banned Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-M), reports Indian Express. Pune P
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Opposing the bail application filed by activist Sudha Bharadwaj, Pune City Police on October 10 alleged that she played a role in mobilising party cadres and funds for the banned Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-M), reports Indian Express. Pune Police made the claims while filing its response against the bail plea filed by Bharadwaj before a special court in Pune on October 4. Bharadwaj was one of the five rights activists arrested by Pune City Police on August 28 for their alleged links with CPI-Maoist, in connection with a case filed over Elgaar Parishad, a one-day conference held in Pune on December 31, 2017, to mark the 200th year of the Battle of Bhima Koregaon. Police have claimed the Parishad was funded by CPI-Maoist and the accused played a role in it.
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October - 10 
The British High Commissioner to India Dominic Asquith on October 10 has said the British Security agencies are investigating the pro-Khalistan activities in regards to the pro-Khalistan campaign held in August 2018 at London’s Trafalgar Square, repo
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The British High Commissioner to India Dominic Asquith on October 10 has said the British Security agencies are investigating the pro-Khalistan activities in regards to the pro-Khalistan campaign held in August 2018 at London’s Trafalgar Square, reports India New England. As the part of investigation conducted by the West Midlands Counterterrorism Unit (WMCU), the British Security agencies searched several properties on September 18 in connection with the allegations of the terrorist offences in the United Kingdom (UK), including the activities in relation to Khalistan campaign in India, said Asquith. However, the investigation conducted by WMCU is not directed by either the UK government or the Indian government. The Sikhs for Justice (SFJ)— a United States (US) based Human Rights advocacy group with pro-Khalistan ideology, held a “London Declaration” on an independence referendum for the Indian state of Punjab at Trafalgar Square in London on August 12, 2018.
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October - 10 
The Criminal Investigation Agency (CIA) of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar District Police on October 10 has arrested three Kashmiri students—Mir Junaib Khalid, Sejal Mohamed, and Adnan Farooq Dar from Kharar town in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar District an
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The Criminal Investigation Agency (CIA) of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar District Police on October 10 has arrested three Kashmiri students—Mir Junaib Khalid, Sejal Mohamed, and Adnan Farooq Dar from Kharar town in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar District and recovered 30gms of heroin from their possession, reports The Indian Express. All three were produced before the Kharar Court and sent to a day of Police remand. The accused were coming from Chandigarh and were staying at rented homes in two separate societies located on Kharar-Landran Road, said an unnamed official. Likely, these students were taking drugs from Delhi and supplying to other Kashmiri students of private colleges in Mohali District of Chandigarh. Further investigation into the matter is ongoing, said CIA in-charge Inspector Rajan Parminder Singh.
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October - 10 
The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) have recovered ‘sensitive’ documents related to India’s Security from the personal electronic devices (personal computer, laptop, and cellular phone) of arrested BrahMos’ engineer—Nishant Agrawal/Aggarwal,
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The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) have recovered ‘sensitive’ documents related to India’s Security from the personal electronic devices (personal computer, laptop, and cellular phone) of arrested BrahMos’ engineer—Nishant Agrawal/Aggarwal, who is alleged to involve in espionage for Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), reports The Tribune on October 10. Reportedly, Agrawal is suspected to fell for a ‘honey trap’ laid by a Pakistani Intelligence operative who in the guise of a woman got Agrawal ‘hooked’ and part with technical designs pertaining to the missile system. The relevant agencies monitored his social-media profile and have found some ‘suspicious women’ on his friend list. Nishant Agrawal had been awarded the “Young Scientist” award in 2017, and had been working with BrahMos Aerospace since July 31, 2013.
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October - 10 
Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) on October 10 told the Assam government that members of Gorkha community living in the state can neither be sent to detention centres nor their cases on citizenship status be tried at various Foreigners Tribunals
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Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) on October 10 told the Assam government that members of Gorkha community living in the state can neither be sent to detention centres nor their cases on citizenship status be tried at various Foreigners Tribunals, reports Nagaland Post on October 11. Names of over 1 lakh of nearly 2.5 million Gorkha people residing in Assam had not found their names in the updated draft list of NRC published on June 30. In its communication, the MHA said members of Gorkha community, who were Indian citizens at the time of commencement of the Constitution, or those who are Indian citizens by birth, or those who acquired Indian citizenship by registration or naturalization in accordance with the provisions of The Citizenship Act, 1955, were not “foreigners” and therefore, such cases could not be referred to Foreigners Tribunals. In a statement the UMHA stated that ‘Any member of the Gorkha community, holding Nepalese nationality and who has arrived in India by land or air over the Nepal border even without a passport or visa and staying in India for any length of time, shall not be treated as an illegal migrant if he/she is in possession of any of the identity documents namely the Nepalese Passport, Nepalese Citizenship Certificate, voter identification card issued by the Election Commission of Nepal, limited validity photo-identity certificate issued by Nepalese Mission in India when deemed necessary and for children between age group of 10 and 18 years, photo identity issued by principal of a school, if accompanied by parents having valid travel documents as per the provisions of India-Nepal Treaty signed in 1950’.
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October - 10 
Police arrested three people from Baligaon village of Mymensingh District in Mymensingh Division on October 10 for allegedly committing crimes against humanity during 1971 Liberation War, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Kitab Ali, 85, his s
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Police arrested three people from Baligaon village of Mymensingh District in Mymensingh Division on October 10 for allegedly committing crimes against humanity during 1971 Liberation War, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Kitab Ali, 85, his son Abdul Quddus, 62, and Kitab's younger brother Jonab Ali, 68. They were sent to International War Crimes Tribunal. Mohamad Shahabuddin, 70, a war victim of the same village, lodged a case with a court against the three over two years ago.
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October - 10 
Speedy Trial Tribunal-1, a Special Court, on October 10 ruled in the two cases filed over the grenade attack on an Awami League rally on August 21, 2004 on Bangabandhu Avenue in Dhaka, reports Daily Star. The incident primarily targeted at the then
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Speedy Trial Tribunal-1, a Special Court, on October 10 ruled in the two cases filed over the grenade attack on an Awami League rally on August 21, 2004 on Bangabandhu Avenue in Dhaka, reports Daily Star. The incident primarily targeted at the then leader of opposition Sheikh Hasina Wajed resulted in the death of 24 people, several others were injured. Those found to be guilty include former State Minister for Home Lutfozzaman Babar, Bangladesh National Party (BNP) Senior Vice Chairman Tarique Rahman and handed down various punishments for the bombing. Former Deputy Minister for Education Abdus Salam Pintu, former Director of the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI) Brigadier General (retd) Rezzaqul Haider, former Director General of National Security Intelligence (NSI) Brigadier General (retd) Abdur Rahim were also found guilty in the case. All of these 38 accused were also sentenced to life term imprisonment for causing grievous injuries to the survivors. In the murder case, Tarique and 18 others were sentenced to life in prison while former State Minister for Home Lutfozzaman Babar and 18 others were given death penalty on charges of killing through criminal conspiracy. The Special Court also found Tarique, Babar and 36 others guilty in the case filed under the explosives substance act and handed down punishments ranging from death sentence to 20 years in prison. Judge Shahed Nuruddin of Speedy Trial Tribunal-1 observed, “The specialised deadly Arges grenades that are used in wars were blasted at the Awami League's Central Office on 23 Bangabandhu Avenue in broad daylight with the help of the then state machinery ". Judge Shahed Nuruddin further clarified, "The prosecution has been able to prove that the accused held meetings to conspire in different places before the incident and blasted grenades in a planned manner”.
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October - 10 
The Office for Reparations Bill was passed in the Parliament with a simple majority vote on October 10, reports Colombopage. Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said, "The disappearances not only in the North but also in the South have been reported.
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The Office for Reparations Bill was passed in the Parliament with a simple majority vote on October 10, reports Colombopage. Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said, "The disappearances not only in the North but also in the South have been reported. Reparations have to be made, Steps should be taken to provide relief to the victimized parties ". The Bill provides for the provision of individual and collective reparations for aggrieved persons who have suffered violations of human rights or humanitarian law.
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October - 10 
Meanwhile, President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani on October 10 met with a delegation of United States (US) lawmakers led by House Speaker Paul Ryan in ARG Presidential Palace, reports Khaama Press. The Office of the President, ARG Palace, in a statemen
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Meanwhile, President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani on October 10 met with a delegation of United States (US) lawmakers led by House Speaker Paul Ryan in ARG Presidential Palace, reports Khaama Press. The Office of the President, ARG Palace, in a statement said the two sides discussed the prospects for improving bilateral cooperation, fight against terrorism, regional issues, positive impacts of the U.S. strategy for South Asia, reforms in security and defence sectors, preparations for parliamentary elections, and peace process led by Afghans.
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October - 10 
Fourteen Security Personnel and seven Taliban militants killed in the Qala-i-Zal District of Kunduz Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 11.
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Fourteen Security Personnel and seven Taliban militants killed in the Qala-i-Zal District of Kunduz Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 11.
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October - 10 
One civilian was killed and five others were injured in an Improvised Explosion Device (IED) explosion in Moqor District of Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 11.
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One civilian was killed and five others were injured in an Improvised Explosion Device (IED) explosion in Moqor District of Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 11.
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October - 10 
President Ashraf Ghani said that the ‘enemy propaganda’ would not create barriers on the way of the Afghan people to participate in the elections, emphasizing that the elections would be secured in a proper way, reports Khaama Press on October 10.
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President Ashraf Ghani said that the ‘enemy propaganda’ would not create barriers on the way of the Afghan people to participate in the elections, emphasizing that the elections would be secured in a proper way, reports Khaama Press on October 10.
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October - 10 
seven militants were killed in air-strikes conducted by Afghan Air Force (AAF) in Shakh region, Qaisar District of Faryab Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 11.
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seven militants were killed in air-strikes conducted by Afghan Air Force (AAF) in Shakh region, Qaisar District of Faryab Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 11.
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October - 10 
Ten Taliban militants were killed and three others were injured during the air-strikes conducted by United States (US) in Ghormach District of Faryab Province on October 10, reports Khaama Press. A Taliban ‘commander’ identified as Qari Nasir alias A
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Ten Taliban militants were killed and three others were injured during the air-strikes conducted by United States (US) in Ghormach District of Faryab Province on October 10, reports Khaama Press. A Taliban ‘commander’ identified as Qari Nasir alias Ansar, was among those killed.
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October - 10 
The Independent Election Commission (IEC) Spokesman Syed Hafeezullah Hashimi on October 10 said that biometric devices will be used offline and no one would be allowed to take smart phones inside polling stations on the Election Day, reports Pajhwok
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The Independent Election Commission (IEC) Spokesman Syed Hafeezullah Hashimi on October 10 said that biometric devices will be used offline and no one would be allowed to take smart phones inside polling stations on the Election Day, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. Hashami further added the biometric sets could be used both online and offline, but lack of internet facilities and technical teams in some provinces, it would be used offline. He said an agreement had reached with parties that $50 would be given to election observers before vote and $50 after the voting after they brought pictures of candidates they voted for. According to his information, until now they have distributed trust letters among 53 institutions, including political parties, electoral watchdogs, civil society, candidates and media persons. He emphasized that 2100 observers from political parties, above 38, 000 media observers, 330 election watchdogs observers, more than 12, 000 civil society observers and nine international observers had already received the cards.
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October - 10 
Twenty-One militants were killed in Commando operations by National Directorate of Security (NDS) with support of Air Forces in the Syedabad District of Maidan Wardak Province, reports Khaama Press on October 11. The key militant leaders killed durin
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Twenty-One militants were killed in Commando operations by National Directorate of Security (NDS) with support of Air Forces in the Syedabad District of Maidan Wardak Province, reports Khaama Press on October 11. The key militant leaders killed during the operations include Taliban’s ‘shadow intelligence chief’ Mawlavi Naqibullah alias Majid, Taliban ‘leader’ in charge of looking after the disabled militants Mawlavi Abdul Rahman, Haqqani Network ‘leader’ Mawlavi Saif Ur Rehman, Mawlavi Samad, Taliban’s ‘shadow district chief’ for Syedabad, Taliban’s ‘commander’ for Tangi area of Syedabad Mawlavi Syedullah, and Taliban ‘commander’ in Mullah Naqib.
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October - 10 
Two militants were killed in an explosion during planting landmines in Zurmat District in Paktia Province on October 10, reports Bakhtar News.
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Two militants were killed in an explosion during planting landmines in Zurmat District in Paktia Province on October 10, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 10 
Maldives’ ruling party—Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) on October 10 has filed a legal challenge to the results of the September 2018 Presidential election in which Abdulla Yameen was defeated by the Opposition coalition’s Presidential candidate—
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Maldives’ ruling party—Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) on October 10 has filed a legal challenge to the results of the September 2018 Presidential election in which Abdulla Yameen was defeated by the Opposition coalition’s Presidential candidate—Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, reports Avas. The ruling party (PPM) has claimed that the Election Commission (EC) had ‘rigged’ the elections and has been carrying out nightly protests demanding the commission to answer recent allegations. "We reviewed the numerous complaints filed by President Yameen's supporters before deciding to file this legal challenge. Therefore, President Yameen has decided that the challenge must be filed for the rights of his supporters," said President Yameen's lead lawyer Mohamed Saleem.
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October - 10 
Self-exiled former Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed is likely to return to the Maldives on November 1 as a ‘free-man’, reports Avas on October 10. Mohamed Nasheed lives in self-imposed exile, recently in Sri Lanka, after he was allowed to leave to
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Self-exiled former Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed is likely to return to the Maldives on November 1 as a ‘free-man’, reports Avas on October 10. Mohamed Nasheed lives in self-imposed exile, recently in Sri Lanka, after he was allowed to leave to the United Kingdom (UK) on a medical leave. Nasheed's return was announced days after the opposition alliance secured a surprise victory in September’s Presidential election.
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October - 11 
Separately, a Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) militant TensubamNaba Meitei was arrested from the general area PhoudelKeirambi in Thoubal District, reports Imphal Free Press on October 12.
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Separately, a Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) militant TensubamNaba Meitei was arrested from the general area PhoudelKeirambi in Thoubal District, reports Imphal Free Press on October 12.
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October - 11 
An activist of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference-Geelani (APHC-G), Tariq Ahmad Ganie, was shot dead by unidentified militants in Meemendar area of Shopian District on October 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Ganie, who was a former militant, was fired
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An activist of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference-Geelani (APHC-G), Tariq Ahmad Ganie, was shot dead by unidentified militants in Meemendar area of Shopian District on October 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Ganie, who was a former militant, was fired upon by militants near his home at Meemendar village. He suffered serious injuries and died later. Hundreds of people participated in the funeral prayers of the deceased Hurriyat activist. A group of militants also appeared at the funeral and fired scores of shots in air.
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October - 11 
North East Students’ Organisation (NESO) on October 11 urged Government of India (GoI) to implement the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the entire northeast region to detect and deport the illegal immigrants, reports Northeast Today. NESO cha
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North East Students’ Organisation (NESO) on October 11 urged Government of India (GoI) to implement the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the entire northeast region to detect and deport the illegal immigrants, reports Northeast Today. NESO chairman Samuel B Jyrwa stated that ‘Infiltration of illegal immigrants from Bangladesh is continuing unabated. We demand that like Assam, the NRC should be implemented in all the other north-eastern states’. A NESO delegation met Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju and placed their demands. The apex body of the students’ organisations of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura also strongly opposed the proposed move to amend the Citizenship Act, saying this would allow the illegal immigrants to take up Indian citizenship.
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October - 11 
On the basis of anonymity, the Counterterrorism officials in India has stated that the cargo ships and oil tankers by Pakistan-based terrorist outfits Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) may attack on India’s ports, reports Hindustan Tim
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On the basis of anonymity, the Counterterrorism officials in India has stated that the cargo ships and oil tankers by Pakistan-based terrorist outfits Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) may attack on India’s ports, reports Hindustan Times on October 12. Following the possibility, the Indian Navy and the Indian Coastal Guard (ICG) are on alert to contain any terrorist attack from sea route. The LeT operatives could hijack cargo ships or oil tankers on high Seas and then attack at the Indian ports or infiltrate as suicide attackers through Sea and Inland water channels.
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October - 11 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court in Patna, Bihar on October 11 has awarded life imprisonment to four men—Afroz Ansari, Sunny Kumar, Ishraful Alam, and Alamgir Sheikh in a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case, reports India Today
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court in Patna, Bihar on October 11 has awarded life imprisonment to four men—Afroz Ansari, Sunny Kumar, Ishraful Alam, and Alamgir Sheikh in a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case, reports India Today. Reportedly, all four men were charged of committing a terrorist act— “damaging the monetary stability of India through smuggling and circulation of the high quality FICNs under Sections 120-B, 489-B of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Sections 16, 18 & 20 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act [UA(P)A] 1967. The conviction is a result of NIA’s determination which has managed to get a life sentence for the four accused in a span of two years. Usually, life imprisonment is not given in FICN cases but NIA had strong evidences against the accused," said NIA’s Director-General (DG) Y.C. Modi.
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October - 11 
Two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants, including PhD scholar-turned-terrorist Manan Bashir Wani and his associate Ashiq Hussain Zargar, were killed during an encounter with Security Forces at Handwara in Kupwara District on October 11, reports Daily
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Two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants, including PhD scholar-turned-terrorist Manan Bashir Wani and his associate Ashiq Hussain Zargar, were killed during an encounter with Security Forces at Handwara in Kupwara District on October 11, reports Daily excelsior. The encounter broke out in the early hours at Satgund in Handwara following a specific intelligence about presence of Wani, 27, along with two others, officials said. Giving details emerging from the encounter site, which ended, Police and other SFs were fired upon by holed up militants resulting in exchange of fire which continued till 11 am [IST]. Wani, who was enrolled as a PhD scholar with the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), joined militant ranks in January 2018. Soon after the news about the killing of Manan spread, violent clashes erupted in parts of Kupwara and Handwara. Over two dozen protesters were injured in clashes at Shartgund Balla, Qalamabad, Langate, Kralgund, Natnussa, Bumhama, Kupwara, Khumriyal, Cherkote, Wavoora, Takipora, Badi Bera, Gangbugh areas. A police officer, Sub-Inspector Mudasir Ahmad, was also injured after he was hit by a stone in his face. At Tikipora, the home of Wani, the angry protesters hurled stones at an Army camp but the protest was later dispersed. Protests also took place at Kashmir University and Government Polytechnic College Nagam, Chadoora.
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October - 11 
Not impressed with Pakistan’s efforts to combat terror financing, a delegation of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on October 11 asked it to do more to strengthen its legal framework to avoid being blacklisted by the FATF, reports Dawn. FATF’s
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Not impressed with Pakistan’s efforts to combat terror financing, a delegation of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on October 11 asked it to do more to strengthen its legal framework to avoid being blacklisted by the FATF, reports Dawn. FATF’s Asia Pacific Group delegation was not impressed with the progress made by Pakistan so far as it found the legal framework insufficient, and the institutional arrangements weak.
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October - 11 
Three soldiers were killed and five others were injured in a roadside bomb blast near the Pak-Afghan border in Makeen tehsil (revenue unit) of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 11, reports Dawn. The soldiers were reportedly c
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Three soldiers were killed and five others were injured in a roadside bomb blast near the Pak-Afghan border in Makeen tehsil (revenue unit) of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 11, reports Dawn. The soldiers were reportedly carrying out routine search operations when the explosion took place, local officials said.
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October - 11 
eight persons smuggling narcotics (heroin) were arrested in unspecified District(s) of Nangarhar Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 12.
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eight persons smuggling narcotics (heroin) were arrested in unspecified District(s) of Nangarhar Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 12.
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October - 11 
President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani on October 11 met with the Secretary General of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) General Abdulelah al-Saleh, reports Khaama Press. A statement later released mentioned that the two sides held ta
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President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani on October 11 met with the Secretary General of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) General Abdulelah al-Saleh, reports Khaama Press. A statement later released mentioned that the two sides held talks regarding the fight against terrorism and extremism, preventing financial support to terror groups, military cooperation, and Afghan-led peace process. General Saleh reaffirmed the IMCTC’s all-out support to the Afghan Government in the fight against terrorism as he called the menace of terrorism.
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October - 11 
seven Security Personnel and 10 Taliban militants were killed in the Dasht-i-Archi District of Nangarhar Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 12.
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seven Security Personnel and 10 Taliban militants were killed in the Dasht-i-Archi District of Nangarhar Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 12.
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October - 11 
Ten Taliban militants and five civilians were killed and four other militants were injured when a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack targeting Security Forces in Maimana City exploded prematurely in Khwaja Namosi Bazar in Pashtu
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Ten Taliban militants and five civilians were killed and four other militants were injured when a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack targeting Security Forces in Maimana City exploded prematurely in Khwaja Namosi Bazar in Pashtun Kot District of Faryab Province, reports Khaama Press on October 12.
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October - 11 
The Taliban have allowed the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to resume its operations in Afghanistan, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 12.
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The Taliban have allowed the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to resume its operations in Afghanistan, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 12.
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October - 11 
Three children were killed in an Improvised Explosion Device (IED) explosion in the Sarkhat area in Orgon District of Paktika Province on October 11, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Three children were killed in an Improvised Explosion Device (IED) explosion in the Sarkhat area in Orgon District of Paktika Province on October 11, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 11 
Twenty Islamic State (IS) militants were killed in raids conducted by Afghan Special Forces in Naziyan, Kot and Pacheragam Districts of Nangarhar Province on October 11, reports Bakhtar News.
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Twenty Islamic State (IS) militants were killed in raids conducted by Afghan Special Forces in Naziyan, Kot and Pacheragam Districts of Nangarhar Province on October 11, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 12 
Addressing the Institute of Strategic Research (ISR) in Paris, France on October 12, India’s Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has warned Pakistan that India shall continue to take steps to deter cross-border terrorism, reports The Times of In
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Addressing the Institute of Strategic Research (ISR) in Paris, France on October 12, India’s Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has warned Pakistan that India shall continue to take steps to deter cross-border terrorism, reports The Times of India. As a responsible Nation, India have always exercised great restraint in dealing with the cross-border terrorism and have also exercised measures to disrupt and deter the activities of the terrorist groups and will continue to do so.
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October - 12 
A Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) jawan(trooper) has been arrested for allegedly stealing arms and ammunition from a camp of the SFs, and selling them to Maoists in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on October 12, reports Pragativadi News. The accuse
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A Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) jawan(trooper) has been arrested for allegedly stealing arms and ammunition from a camp of the SFs, and selling them to Maoists in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on October 12, reports Pragativadi News. The accused, CAF 10th battalion (E company) constable Raju Kujur, has been forwarded to the court, Police said.During interrogation, Kujur claimed that some more Police personnel from Bijapur and Dantewada were involved in the nexus, SP, Abhishek Pallava said, adding more arrests were likely after the investigation.The accused trooper also showed a demo to the Police how he used to slip in through the fence to supply arms and ammunitions to the rebels and slip out with handful of cash.The matter came to light after an investigation was launched following theft of two Self-Loading Rifles (SLR) and four magazines, containing 70 rounds of ammunition, from the CAF camp.The weapons and ammunition were later recovered from the bank of a river at a forest in Bhairamgarh area of Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh.
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October - 12 
A United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant was arrested by Singjamei in Imphal East District, reports Imphal Free Press on October 13. The arrested individual has been identified as Tekcham Inao Singh. He was involved in recruiting for UNLF.
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A United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant was arrested by Singjamei in Imphal East District, reports Imphal Free Press on October 13. The arrested individual has been identified as Tekcham Inao Singh. He was involved in recruiting for UNLF.
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October - 12 
A woman cadre of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) on the Andhra-Odisha border in Malkangiri District of Odisha on October 12, Police said, reports The Pioneer. The slain Maoist, id
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A woman cadre of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) on the Andhra-Odisha border in Malkangiri District of Odisha on October 12, Police said, reports The Pioneer. The slain Maoist, identified as Gajarla Meena, wife of Gajarla Ravi, ‘secretary’, ‘AP-Odisha Border Special Zone committee’. Visakhapatnam, Rural District Superintendent of Police Rahul Dev Sharma told the media that she died in an exchange of fire during the combing operation. After the exchange of fire when the Police searched the area Meena’s body was found, he said. She was accused number 23 in the case of the killing of a Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Kidari Sarveshwara Rao and former MLA Siveri Soma near Araku on September 23.
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October - 12 
A woman cadre of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) on the Andhra-Odisha border on October 12, Police said, reports Daily Pioneer. The slain Maoist, identified as Gajarla Meena, wife
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A woman cadre of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) on the Andhra-Odisha border on October 12, Police said, reports Daily Pioneer. The slain Maoist, identified as Gajarla Meena, wife of Gajarla Ravi, ‘secretary’, ‘AP-Odisha Border Special Zone committee’.Visakhapatnam Rural District Superintendent of Police Rahul Dev Sharma told the media that she died in an exchange of fire during the combing operation. After the exchange of fire when the Police searched the area Meena’s body was found, he said.She was accused number 23 in the case of the killing of a Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Kidari Sarveshwara Rao and former MLA Siveri Soma near Araku on September 23.
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October - 12 
atleast 20 people, including three Police officers, were injured in protests on October 12 amid shut down across the Valley against the killing of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’ Mannan Bashir Wani and his associate on October 11, reports Daily E
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atleast 20 people, including three Police officers, were injured in protests on October 12 amid shut down across the Valley against the killing of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’ Mannan Bashir Wani and his associate on October 11, reports Daily Excelsior.
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October - 12 
Forensic experts based in New Delhi will conduct the chemical analysis of the exhibits collected from the blast site in Guwahati to find out the exact composition of the explosives used, even as investigators continue to remain clueless about the nat
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Forensic experts based in New Delhi will conduct the chemical analysis of the exhibits collected from the blast site in Guwahati to find out the exact composition of the explosives used, even as investigators continue to remain clueless about the nature of explosion, reports Assam Tribune on October 13. The October 13th blast, which took place in Guwahati Sukreswarghat area resulted in the injury of four people. United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) has claimed responsibility for the blast.
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October - 12 
four Maoists surrendered to the police, reports Daily Pioneer on October 13. They include ‘squad members’ Jayanti alias Anjana, Sumala alias Geeta, Radhika and ‘party member’ Rajashekhar Karma.
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four Maoists surrendered to the police, reports Daily Pioneer on October 13. They include ‘squad members’ Jayanti alias Anjana, Sumala alias Geeta, Radhika and ‘party member’ Rajashekhar Karma.
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October - 12 
Imphal Free press on October 12 reports that a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-Vice Chairman (PREPAK-VC) militant HaorungbamHiyangamba Meitei was arrested from Lamlai area in Thoubal District. The suspected militant had joined PREPAK-VC in
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Imphal Free press on October 12 reports that a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-Vice Chairman (PREPAK-VC) militant HaorungbamHiyangamba Meitei was arrested from Lamlai area in Thoubal District. The suspected militant had joined PREPAK-VC in 2009.
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October - 12 
In preliminary interrogation, Aftab Ali (42) aka Mushtaq Khan who was arrested on October 12, for allegedly counterfeiting the Indian currency, has informed that a man [unnamed] from Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) has placed an order for printing the Fake I
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In preliminary interrogation, Aftab Ali (42) aka Mushtaq Khan who was arrested on October 12, for allegedly counterfeiting the Indian currency, has informed that a man [unnamed] from Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) has placed an order for printing the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth INR Three crore before the State Assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh, reports Hindustan Times on October 15. Aftab used to take orders for supply of FICNs from his clients. The Police are probing him to reveal the truth his claims, said Bhopal Inspector-General (IG) of Police Jaideep Prasad.
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October - 12 
One Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh late on October 12, reports The Pioneer. The encounter took place in a forest under Pusnar Police Station w
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One Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh late on October 12, reports The Pioneer. The encounter took place in a forest under Pusnar Police Station when a team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) was returning after carrying out an anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operation. According to Sukma, Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Meena, when the patrolling team was descending from Tulsi Hill, it came face to face with a small action team of Kanger Valley Area Committee of Maoists after which an exchange of fire started between the two sides. After the gun battle, body of a cadre identified as Kawasi Deva, a ‘deputy militia commander’ in Chandameta area, was recovered from the spot. One muzzle-loading gun and a bag containing materials used in making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were also recovered from the spot.
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October - 12 
SFs arrested an unidentified People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant in Thoubal district on October 12.
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SFs arrested an unidentified People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant in Thoubal district on October 12.
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October - 12 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 12 arrested two persons—Saddam Salim Hawaldar, and Fahad Naushad Chandiwala from Andheri in Mumbai Suburban District in Maharashtra, and recovered 48 Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth INR 96,0
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 12 arrested two persons—Saddam Salim Hawaldar, and Fahad Naushad Chandiwala from Andheri in Mumbai Suburban District in Maharashtra, and recovered 48 Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth INR 96,000 in denomination of INR 2,000, reports Daily News and Analysis. A First Information Report (FIR) was registered against the Saddam and Fahad on October 13 at the MIDC Police Station under Sections 34, 489C, and 489D of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), said an unnamed NIA official.
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October - 12 
Unidentified militants in the night of October 12 shot dead a Policeman at Warpora in Sopore town in Baramulla District, Police said, reports Daily Excelsior.The militants opened fire at Javied Ahmad at his residence in Warpora, they said, adding tha
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Unidentified militants in the night of October 12 shot dead a Policeman at Warpora in Sopore town in Baramulla District, Police said, reports Daily Excelsior.The militants opened fire at Javied Ahmad at his residence in Warpora, they said, adding that he died on the spot.Ahmed, who had joined as the Special Police Officer (SPO) in the Jammu and Kashmir Police, was made follower (entry-level into Police constabulary) on operational grounds, Police said.
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October - 12 
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP)Police Department on October 12 tasked the Regional Police Officers (RPOs) of the province’s six administrative divisions with developing policing plans in the wake of FATA-KP merger in collaboration with the relevant civil
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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP)Police Department on October 12 tasked the Regional Police Officers (RPOs) of the province’s six administrative divisions with developing policing plans in the wake of FATA-KP merger in collaboration with the relevant civil and military authorities, reports Dawn.In June, the provincial Board of Revenue had merged the tribal agencies and Frontier Regions with the administrative divisions and Districts bordering them.The Police department’s announcement came after Supreme Court Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar took notice of the nonexistence of the Police force and courts in the erstwhile tribal belt after the enactment of 25th Constitutional Amendment.Civil, military authorities to be consulted on matter. On October 9, the Chief Justice fixed the matter before the Supreme Court on October 15 and issued notices of the Federal and KP Government functionaries to appear before the court.
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October - 12 
Amnesty International in a press statement released on October 12 has urged Nepal Government to ensure public participation in law and public policy-making processes, reports Kathmandu Post. This plea comes amid mounting criticism against the Governm
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Amnesty International in a press statement released on October 12 has urged Nepal Government to ensure public participation in law and public policy-making processes, reports Kathmandu Post. This plea comes amid mounting criticism against the Government and federal Parliament for drafting and endorsing fundamental rights laws related without in-depth deliberations. “The government failed to act on time to formulate the draft laws in meaningful consultation with the relevant stakeholders to allow effective parliamentary scrutiny and deliberations. Broad-based consultation with people in formulating and enacting laws and public policy is a requirement recognized by international standards, including in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights to which Nepal is a state party,” read the Amnesty statement.
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October - 12 
Northern Province Chief Minister C. V. Vigneswaran speaking to the media after holding a meeting at his Jaffna office with Provincial Council political representatives and civil society organisations on October 12 has called upon the Tamil National A
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Northern Province Chief Minister C. V. Vigneswaran speaking to the media after holding a meeting at his Jaffna office with Provincial Council political representatives and civil society organisations on October 12 has called upon the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) to demand the release of all Tamil political prisoners, as a condition to lend its support to the Government during the forthcoming Budget. Vigneswaran said Tamil youths who acted on the orders of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leaders like Karuna Amman were languishing in jail for almost 26 years, while Karuna Amman who gave the orders is scot free.
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October - 12 
Additionally, House Speaker Paul Ryan in statement said that America’s strategy for Afghanistan must get a chance to succeed, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 13. "Fighting terrorism in this region remains in our nation’s vital interest and i
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Additionally, House Speaker Paul Ryan in statement said that America’s strategy for Afghanistan must get a chance to succeed, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 13. "Fighting terrorism in this region remains in our nation’s vital interest and it is clear the current momentum of our military campaign is underpinning our diplomatic efforts to set the conditions for reconciliation”, he stated. “I was heartened to hear of the progress that Afghan special mission units, including the commandos, have made in degrading the threat of terrorism," Ryan concluded.
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October - 12 
Hizb-e-Islami Afghanistan (HIA) ‘leader’ Gulbuddin Hekmatyar said on October 12 that Government and a number of embassies of Foreign countries in Kabul were trying to engineer the upcoming parliamentary election results, reports Tolo News. Hekmatyar
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Hizb-e-Islami Afghanistan (HIA) ‘leader’ Gulbuddin Hekmatyar said on October 12 that Government and a number of embassies of Foreign countries in Kabul were trying to engineer the upcoming parliamentary election results, reports Tolo News. Hekmatyar made the remarks in a meeting of a new movement known as the Grand Assembly of National including National Islamic Front of Afghanistan (Mahaz-e Milli Islami Afghanistan), Afghan Millat Party, Musharekat-e-Milli Party, National Solidarity Movement of Afghanistan, the Jamiat Integration Council and HIA among other parties and organizations. “The decision on winners and losers will not be made by the election commission or based on the ballot boxes and people’s votes; the decision will be made by order and recommendation of influential foreign parties. They will decide that which candidates should win and which candidate should lose,” Hekmatyar said without naming any embassy or individual.
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October - 12 
Taliban militants released the details of the recent meeting between the United States (US) delegation led by Special Adviser for Afghanistan Reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad and the Taliban ‘political leaders’ in Qatar on October 12, repor
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Taliban militants released the details of the recent meeting between the United States (US) delegation led by Special Adviser for Afghanistan Reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad and the Taliban ‘political leaders’ in Qatar on October 12, reports Khaama Press. Taliban ‘spokesman’ Zabiullah Mujahid in a statement said the Taliban political delegation consisting of the head of Qatar office Alhaj Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai, ‘deputy chief of the political office’ of Taliban Mawlavi Abdul Salam Hanafi, ‘members of the political office’ Sherikh Shahabudin Delawar, Qari Din Mohammad Hanif, Alhaj Mohammad Zahid Ahmadzai, and Mohamamd Sohail Shaheen met with the U.S. delegation led by Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad. According to the statement released Taliban told the U.S. delegation that the presence of the Foreign Forces is a major barrier in resolving the issues and for the return of lasting peace in Afghanistan.
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October - 12 
Twelve Taliban militants were killed by Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) in Chahar Chino District of Uruzgan Province on October 11, reports Bakhtar News.
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Twelve Taliban militants were killed by Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) in Chahar Chino District of Uruzgan Province on October 11, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 12 
Observing the incident where Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen filed a complaint challenging the Presidential election results, in the Maldives’ Supreme Court, the United States (US) expressed its concern over the events in the Maldives that th
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Observing the incident where Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen filed a complaint challenging the Presidential election results, in the Maldives’ Supreme Court, the United States (US) expressed its concern over the events in the Maldives that threatens the democratic will of the Maldivians, reports Maldives Times on October 13. The US would consider appropriate measures against anyone who undermine the democratic process, the rule of law, or free and fair electoral process in Maldives. The Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Alice G. Wells met with President-elect Ibrahim Solih and emphasised that the US is eager to extend cooperation with his government and to assist Maldives in its return to a democratic path.
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October - 13 
An unidentified militant was killed in an encounter with Security Forces inBabgund area of Pulwama District on October 13 (today), Police said, reports Daily Excelsior. Based on specific intelligence inputs, Security Forces (SFs) launched a cordon an
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An unidentified militant was killed in an encounter with Security Forces inBabgund area of Pulwama District on October 13 (today), Police said, reports Daily Excelsior. Based on specific intelligence inputs, Security Forces (SFs) launched a cordon and search operation in Babgund area.The search operation turned into an encounter after the militant fired upon the forces who retaliated.In the ensuing gunfight, the militant was killed. Some arms and ammunition have been recovered from the encounter site, an unnamed official said, adding the gunfight is over.
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October - 13 
Four civilians were injured in a low intensity blast at Sukleshwar Ghat near Pan Bazar in Guwahati city on October 13, reports The Hindu. United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) claimed to have carried out the blast as a ‘explosive state
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Four civilians were injured in a low intensity blast at Sukleshwar Ghat near Pan Bazar in Guwahati city on October 13, reports The Hindu. United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) claimed to have carried out the blast as a ‘explosive statement’ against the Union Government’s bid to pass the controversial Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 and updating National Register for Citizens. The four injured civilians were identified as Kalpa Jyoti Talukdar, Sanku Kumar Das, Taifuddin Ahmed and Binita Das adds News 18.
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October - 13 
On October 13, Assam Rifles (AR) arrested two individuals identified as Phapa and Khumofrom Panso village in Tuensang District with three pistols, reports Nagaland Post. The individuals along with the recovered items were handed over to Shamatore Pol
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On October 13, Assam Rifles (AR) arrested two individuals identified as Phapa and Khumofrom Panso village in Tuensang District with three pistols, reports Nagaland Post. The individuals along with the recovered items were handed over to Shamatore Police station for further investigation.
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October - 13 
On October 17, a woman identified as Chandra Devi was detained from Pathsala in Barpeta District in her alleged connection with the Fancy Bazar blast incident in Guwahati on October 13, reports Northeast Today. However, she was later released. At lea
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On October 17, a woman identified as Chandra Devi was detained from Pathsala in Barpeta District in her alleged connection with the Fancy Bazar blast incident in Guwahati on October 13, reports Northeast Today. However, she was later released. At least four persons were injured in the explosion.
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October - 13 
Police killed an unidentified Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre in retaliatory firing at the weekly market of Cherpal area at Bijapur District on October 13, reports All India Radio. A Police constable was also injured in the attack
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Police killed an unidentified Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre in retaliatory firing at the weekly market of Cherpal area at Bijapur District on October 13, reports All India Radio. A Police constable was also injured in the attack that was initiated by the CPI-Maoist.
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October - 13 
SFs arrested a Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) militant at Moreh in Tengnoupal district on October 13.
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SFs arrested a Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) militant at Moreh in Tengnoupal district on October 13.
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October - 13 
SFs arrested an unidentified Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant in Kakching district
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SFs arrested an unidentified Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant in Kakching district
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October - 13 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres triggered a landmine blast targeting Security Forces (SFs) combing the forest areas in Andhra-Odisha Border (AOB) in the cut-off area of Malkangiri District in Odisha on October 13, reports The
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres triggered a landmine blast targeting Security Forces (SFs) combing the forest areas in Andhra-Odisha Border (AOB) in the cut-off area of Malkangiri District in Odisha on October 13, reports The New Indian Express. However, no casualties were reported as there was no movement of SFs.According to information, the Maoists triggered the landmine blast at Panasput area Gumma Block (administrative unit)in the District, near Bejingi, about 25 kilometers from Andhra Pradesh border.
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October - 13 
The State and Government of India (GoI) has successfully held the first round of tripartite talks with National Liberation Front of Twipra (NLFT), reports Morung Express on October 14. According to press release by NLFT ‘information and publicity sec
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The State and Government of India (GoI) has successfully held the first round of tripartite talks with National Liberation Front of Twipra (NLFT), reports Morung Express on October 14. According to press release by NLFT ‘information and publicity secretary’ NLFT was represented by its ‘president’, ‘information andpublicity secretary’ and ‘chief of army staff’.
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October - 13 
three CPI-Maoist cadres surrendered before the Superintendent of Police in Sukma district, reports All India Radio. Two of the surrendered Maoists had a reward of eight lakh rupees each on their head. Police officials said that the surrendered CPI-Ma
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three CPI-Maoist cadres surrendered before the Superintendent of Police in Sukma district, reports All India Radio. Two of the surrendered Maoists had a reward of eight lakh rupees each on their head. Police officials said that the surrendered CPI-Maoist will be provided necessary assistance as per the rehabilitation policy of the State Government.
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October - 13 
Afghan and Pakistani Forces clashed over building a fence along the Durand Line in Saro Sahan area located between Spin Boldak and Shorabak Districts of Kandahar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 14.
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Afghan and Pakistani Forces clashed over building a fence along the Durand Line in Saro Sahan area located between Spin Boldak and Shorabak Districts of Kandahar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 14.
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October - 13 
Police Chief Asad Mama was killed in a Taliban attack Meezan District of Zabul Province on October 13, reports Tolo News.
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Police Chief Asad Mama was killed in a Taliban attack Meezan District of Zabul Province on October 13, reports Tolo News.
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October - 13 
Seven Policemen when killed by militants in Shar-e-Safa District in Zabul Province on October 13, reports Tolo News.
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Seven Policemen when killed by militants in Shar-e-Safa District in Zabul Province on October 13, reports Tolo News.
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October - 13 
Twenty Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers were killed and two others were captured by Taliban militants in an attack in Pushtrod District of Farah Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 14.
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Twenty Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers were killed and two others were captured by Taliban militants in an attack in Pushtrod District of Farah Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 14.
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October - 13 
Twenty-one civilians and one Security Personnel were killed and 32 other civilians and four Policemen were injured in an explosion targetting the campaign gathering of a female Wolesi Jirga candidate Nazifa Bek in Rustaq District of Takhar Province o
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Twenty-one civilians and one Security Personnel were killed and 32 other civilians and four Policemen were injured in an explosion targetting the campaign gathering of a female Wolesi Jirga candidate Nazifa Bek in Rustaq District of Takhar Province on October 13, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 13 
Two militants killed and three others were injured in an air-strike conducted by United States (US) targeting a check post established by the Taliban militants between Noor Geram and Do Aab Districts in Nuristan Province on October 13, reports Khaama
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Two militants killed and three others were injured in an air-strike conducted by United States (US) targeting a check post established by the Taliban militants between Noor Geram and Do Aab Districts in Nuristan Province on October 13, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 14 
A militant of Kangleipak Yawol Kanba Lup (KYKL) was arrested from Keinou Bazaar in Bishnupur District on October 14, reports Northeast Today. One 9mm pistol loaded with 6 live rounds were recovered from the arrested militant.
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A militant of Kangleipak Yawol Kanba Lup (KYKL) was arrested from Keinou Bazaar in Bishnupur District on October 14, reports Northeast Today. One 9mm pistol loaded with 6 live rounds were recovered from the arrested militant.
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October - 14 
A student organisation of Assam’s Barak Valley (Bengali dominated region) on October 14 said that it would continue to raise its voice in support of the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016, a day after a blast in Guwahati which was as a warning to Ben
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A student organisation of Assam’s Barak Valley (Bengali dominated region) on October 14 said that it would continue to raise its voice in support of the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016, a day after a blast in Guwahati which was as a warning to Bengali organisations campaigning for settling Hindu Bangladeshis in Assam and opposing the NRC update, reports The Telegraph on October 14. All Cachar Karimganj Hailakandi Students’ Association ‘founder-president’ Pradip Dutta said, ‘If they [ULFA] are thinking that Bengalis will become afraid after the blast, they are living in a fool’s paradise. They are unaware of the history of Bengalis. They do not know about the sacrifices made by Bengalis for Independence. They also have no idea about the 1961 agitation in which 11 people had laid down their lives for Bengali language’. He also alleged that ‘large numbers of illegal immigrants have been included in the draft NRC. “The names of more than 95 per cent applicants in places like Goalpara, Dhubri, Karimganj and Barpeta have appeared in the draft NRC. These places are full of illegal immigrants and hence, the final NRC will not be error-free’.
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October - 14 
An investigation conducted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has revealed that a Mosque in Uttawar Village in Palwal District of Haryana was allegedly built with the finances from the terrorist outfit—Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), reports The India
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An investigation conducted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has revealed that a Mosque in Uttawar Village in Palwal District of Haryana was allegedly built with the finances from the terrorist outfit—Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), reports The Indian Express on October 15. Reportedly, on October 3, the NIA officers raided the Khulafa-e-Rashideen Masjid (Mosque), days after the arrest of three men, including the Imam of the Masjid—Mohammed Salman in New Delhi on September 26, in an alleged terror-funding case.
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October - 14 
Four persons, who allegedly collaborated with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the killing of Araku Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Kidari Sarveswara Rao and former MLA Siveri Soma, were arrested from
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Four persons, who allegedly collaborated with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the killing of Araku Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Kidari Sarveswara Rao and former MLA Siveri Soma, were arrested from Dumbriguda Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh on October 14, reports The Hindu. The four arrestees were identified as Yedala Subbarao (45), former Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituency (MPTC) TDP member and resident of Dumbriguda, his wife Eswari (34), Gemilli Sobhan (32) and Korra Kamala, all from the Dumbriguda Mandal. All the four accused were former members of the Maoist frontal organisation OPGR (Organisation for Protection of Girijan Rights).
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October - 14 
Malkangiri Police foiled a Maoists’ plan to target security personnel by triggering an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast in ‘Swabhiman Anchal’ near Jantri village in Malkangiri District in Odisha on October 14, reports The New Indian Express.Fo
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Malkangiri Police foiled a Maoists’ plan to target security personnel by triggering an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast in ‘Swabhiman Anchal’ near Jantri village in Malkangiri District in Odisha on October 14, reports The New Indian Express.Four Maoists, including three women, of whom one is a minor,belonging to Jantri village under Chitrakonda Police limits, were also arrested for hatching the conspiracy. Producing them before the media at the District Police office, Malkangiri Superintendent of Police (SP), Jagmohan Meena said security personnel, during an anti-Maoist operation in ‘Swabhiman Anchal’ on October 12, noticed four persons moving suspiciously on the outskirts of Jantri village. “Sensing the presence of security forces, the ultras tried to flee to the nearby forest. They were apprehended by the security personnel after a chase”, he informed.The arrested Maoists admitted they were planning to target security personnel engaged in anti-Maoist operation by triggering an IED blast, the SP said. Police recovered two electronic detonators, three packets of gelatin stick paste of high explosive intensity, electric wire and two carriage boxes containing nails, glass pieces and urea from their possession. The identities of the Maoists are yet to be ascertained.
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October - 14 
On October 14, a Kangleipak Communist Party Meeyamgi Fingang Lanmi faction (KCP- Meeyamgi Fingang Lanmi) was arrested from Moreh in Tengnoupal District, reports The Shillong Times. The militant was identified as W Kishankumar.
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On October 14, a Kangleipak Communist Party Meeyamgi Fingang Lanmi faction (KCP- Meeyamgi Fingang Lanmi) was arrested from Moreh in Tengnoupal District, reports The Shillong Times. The militant was identified as W Kishankumar.
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October - 14 
On October 14, an individual identified as Paresh Chandra Das was arrested on October 14 in connection with the incident. He was arrested from Hajo in Guwahati.
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On October 14, an individual identified as Paresh Chandra Das was arrested on October 14 in connection with the incident. He was arrested from Hajo in Guwahati.
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October - 14 
Police booked five persons under Public Safety Act (PSA) in Bandipora district on charges of stone pelting, reports Daily Excelsior on October 15. The five persons, Aadil Bashir Bhat, Farooq Ahmad Ganai, Sajad Hussain Ganai, Bilal Ahmad Ganai alias S
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Police booked five persons under Public Safety Act (PSA) in Bandipora district on charges of stone pelting, reports Daily Excelsior on October 15. The five persons, Aadil Bashir Bhat, Farooq Ahmad Ganai, Sajad Hussain Ganai, Bilal Ahmad Ganai alias Sahba and Muhammad Azharudin Parrey, hailed from Kaloosa, Nusoo and Hajin areas in the district.
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October - 14 
State Anti-Naxal Operation (ANO) unit chief Sharad Shelar spoke to the students of Gadchiroli District and motivated them to aspire for higher posts in Government and non-Government sectors by attaining higher education and focusing on their careers,
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State Anti-Naxal Operation (ANO) unit chief Sharad Shelar spoke to the students of Gadchiroli District and motivated them to aspire for higher posts in Government and non-Government sectors by attaining higher education and focusing on their careers, reports The Times of India on October 14. “Instead of following the misguided paths of the rebels, the students should focus on their own career and aim for better education. They need to help in developing their native district where violence has curtailed progress and compelled it to remain a backward region,” he said. “The Maoists [Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)] ensure their children are well educated and settled but want to carry on violence at the expense of the tribal youth,’ he said.Shelar addressed the students at the premises of the Unconventional Operations Training Centre (UOTC) at Suraburdi.Around 82 students from remote corners of Gadchiroli District had come to Suraburdi, in the outskirts of Nagpur city during their Maharashtra tour. The tour also included Mumbai, Pune, Thane, Aurangabad and Shegaon among other places. The students also visited Deekshabhoomi and Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport. The latest tour was the 21st one organized by the State Government through Gadchiroli Police to expose the students to the development and modernization of Maharashtra.
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October - 14 
Pakistani and Afghan forces exchanged fire on October 14 in the Tandah Dara Sarochahan area about 60km north of the border town of Chaman, in the Qilla Abdullah District of Balochistan with the clash lasting several hours, reports Dawn.Pakistani offi
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Pakistani and Afghan forces exchanged fire on October 14 in the Tandah Dara Sarochahan area about 60km north of the border town of Chaman, in the Qilla Abdullah District of Balochistan with the clash lasting several hours, reports Dawn.Pakistani officials confirmed the incident and said Afghan troops opened fire on Pakistani personnel who were erecting a fence along the border in the Tandah Dara Sarochahan area. There were no reports of casualties in the clash.After the incident, Pakistani border authorities closed the Friendship Gate near Chaman, leaving thousands of people stranded on both sides of the Pak-Afghan border.
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October - 14 
Police arrested two militants of Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) from Balubari area of Dinajpur District in Rangpur Division on October 14, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Mozahidur Rahman, 22, and Abu Nayeem, 20. Police recovered a s
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Police arrested two militants of Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) from Balubari area of Dinajpur District in Rangpur Division on October 14, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Mozahidur Rahman, 22, and Abu Nayeem, 20. Police recovered a shotgun, seven bullets, 400gm of explosives, bomb making materials and two sharp weapons from their possession.
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October - 14 
‘Deputy shadow governor’ of Taliban for Herat Province identified as Manan Lewanay injured in an earlier operation in Rezak area of Obe District in Herat Province has died on October 14 (location not specified), reports Khaama Press.
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‘Deputy shadow governor’ of Taliban for Herat Province identified as Manan Lewanay injured in an earlier operation in Rezak area of Obe District in Herat Province has died on October 14 (location not specified), reports Khaama Press.
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October - 14 
Special Adviser for Afghanistan Reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad met with the leader of Hezb-e- Islami Afghanistan (HIA) Gulbuddin Hekmatyar in Kabul Province, reports Khaama Press on October 14.
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Special Adviser for Afghanistan Reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad met with the leader of Hezb-e- Islami Afghanistan (HIA) Gulbuddin Hekmatyar in Kabul Province, reports Khaama Press on October 14.
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October - 14 
Thirteen militants were killed in the air-strikes conducted by the Foreign Forces in Andar District of Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 14.
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Thirteen militants were killed in the air-strikes conducted by the Foreign Forces in Andar District of Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 14.
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October - 14 
Three Police Personnel were injured when potential Wolesi Jirga (Afghan Parliament) candidate Zalmay Mujaddedi came under a gun attack conducted by unknown assailants in Juram District of Badakhshan Province on October 14, reports Pajhwok Afghan Ne
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Three Police Personnel were injured when potential Wolesi Jirga (Afghan Parliament) candidate Zalmay Mujaddedi came under a gun attack conducted by unknown assailants in Juram District of Badakhshan Province on October 14, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 14 
During her meeting with India’s Minister of External Affairs (MEA) — Sushma Swaraj in New Delhi on October 14, the Maldives’ former Minister of Foreign Affairs Dunya Maumoon has said that the trust in the relationship between the Maldives and India s
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During her meeting with India’s Minister of External Affairs (MEA) — Sushma Swaraj in New Delhi on October 14, the Maldives’ former Minister of Foreign Affairs Dunya Maumoon has said that the trust in the relationship between the Maldives and India shall be regained, reports Maldives Times. A slight of rift between the two countries escalated after the Maldives inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pakistan to get help for developing its infrastructure in the power sector in July 2018.
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October - 14 
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has banned the use and circulation of the virtual currency or Crypto-currency in the Maldives, reports Maldives Times on October 15. As per the Law no. 6/81 of the MMA Act, the domestic and international money re
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The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has banned the use and circulation of the virtual currency or Crypto-currency in the Maldives, reports Maldives Times on October 15. As per the Law no. 6/81 of the MMA Act, the domestic and international money remittance and money exchange business can only be regulated by the MMA and that no person has been given permission by the authority to use and exchange Crypto-currency, read the statement released by the MMA.
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October - 15 
A group of villagers, earlier associated with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), surrendered seven firearms to Police in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh on October 15, reports Devdiscourse News. The villagers, hailing from Ehnar in
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A group of villagers, earlier associated with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), surrendered seven firearms to Police in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh on October 15, reports Devdiscourse News. The villagers, hailing from Ehnar in the Abujhmaad region of Narayanpur District, were once active as `Jan Militia' (lower-rung) members or supporters of the CPI-Maoist, but have now no link with the outfit spearheading the armed Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] movement, Superintendent of Police (SP), Jitendra Shukla said. The villagers voluntarily surrendered seven muzzle loading guns at the newly set up Sonpur Police camp in the District, about 350 kilometers from State capital Raipur, SP, Shukla said. Of the villagers, three were active as `Jan Militia' cadres in the past, while others were supporters of Maoists, he added.
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October - 15 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up railway tracks in Giridih District of Jharkhand late on October 15, affecting train services on the busy Grand Chord Dhanbad division, reports Manorama Online. On Monday (October 15) at arou
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up railway tracks in Giridih District of Jharkhand late on October 15, affecting train services on the busy Grand Chord Dhanbad division, reports Manorama Online. On Monday (October 15) at around 10.45 pm, the Maoists detonated a bomb on the tracks of the Chaudhary Bandh station situated between Parasnath and Hazaribagh Road, Chief Public Relation Officer (CPRO) of North Eastern Railway, Rajesh Kumar said. Around two feet of the railway track was damaged and the signaling system stopped functioning. "Six trains at different stations had to be halted," the official said.
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October - 15 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader, Kailash aka Kailasam released an audio tape in Andhra Pradesh on October 15, threatening revenge, after a woman Maoist cadre, Nidginda Prameela alias Meena alias Jilani Begum alias Sharadha, a Divi
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader, Kailash aka Kailasam released an audio tape in Andhra Pradesh on October 15, threatening revenge, after a woman Maoist cadre, Nidginda Prameela alias Meena alias Jilani Begum alias Sharadha, a Divisional Committee Member (DCM), was killed and four Maoists, including three women and a minor, were arrested, reports Orissa Post. An encounter of the Maoists with Security Forces (SFs) took place in ‘Swabhiman (erstwhile cut-off) area’ of Malkangiri District of Odisha on October 12. The Maoist leader, CPI-Maoist Malkangiri-Koraput-Visakhapatnam Border Committee (MKVBC) ‘secretary’ Kailasam, claimed in the audio tape purportedly released by them that Meena was taken into custody by SFs from Andrapali village and was killed later. But the Police claimed that she was killed in an exchange of fire by combing parties. “The death of Meena is a great loss to the outfit in the AOB region,” Kailasam said in the audio. The SFs were ‘terrorising’ innocent tribals in parts of Munchaniput, Pedabayalu, Malkangiri and along the Andhra-Odisha Border (AOB) by indulging in violent activities, he added.
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October - 15 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ‘general secretary’ Secretary Isaac Sumi has expressed that NSCN-K and Government of India (GoI) are on the verge of creating a conducive atmosphere for resumption of the peace talk, reports Na
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ‘general secretary’ Secretary Isaac Sumi has expressed that NSCN-K and Government of India (GoI) are on the verge of creating a conducive atmosphere for resumption of the peace talk, reports Nagaland Post on October 15. GoI is treading towards an agreement which will end violence and bloodshed in the region and Khango Konyak and Isaac Sumi led NSCN-K authorities are optimistic about the resumption of the much awaited peace talks after NSCN-K unilaterally abrogated the cease fire on March 27, 2015. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) desired to continue the ceasefire agreement which was signed between the Centre and the Khaplang group on April 2, 2001 but after 14 years the Khaplang group unilaterally abrogated the Ceasefire pact in March 2015. An unidentified NSCN-K functionary stated that ‘NSCN (K) fighting for the ‘naga nation’ was unhappy with the so called peace talks because of the fact that Naga Nationalism finds no mention in any such talks and under the garb of cease fire the Centre wanted to thwart the very essence of ‘naga nationalism’ and so it was abrogated. There was nothing to talk on the Naga Nation from their end. They were not listening to us on the Nationalism aspect. Had the GOI been sincere; it should had been the core issue in such talks’. GoI on it’s part cancelled the pact with the NSCN-K on April 2, 2015 considering the involvement of the outfit with other rebel groups in insurgency activities and also for violating the ground rules of cease fire, reports Northeast Today on October 15.
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October - 15 
On October 15, 31 Bangladeshi nationals including 13 minors were arrested from Guwahati Railway station, reports The Shillong Times. Morung Exress reports that Superintendent of Railway Police Hemanta Kumar Das stated that ‘ group came to Guwahati fr
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On October 15, 31 Bangladeshi nationals including 13 minors were arrested from Guwahati Railway station, reports The Shillong Times. Morung Exress reports that Superintendent of Railway Police Hemanta Kumar Das stated that ‘ group came to Guwahati from Bengaluru (in Karnataka)onboard the Guwahati-Bangalore Express They were waiting to board the Kanchanjungha express to go to Agartala’. During questioning, they admitted that they were from Bangladesh and had entered India without any valid documents some four years ago and were working in Bengaluru as manual labourers.
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October - 15 
Pakistan Army on October 15 violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch District by resorting to firing with automatic and semi-automatic weapons targeting forward posts of the Indian troops, reports Daily Exc
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Pakistan Army on October 15 violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch District by resorting to firing with automatic and semi-automatic weapons targeting forward posts of the Indian troops, reports Daily Excelsior. Reports said Pakistan Army started firing in forward areas of Krishna Ghati sector at 6.45 pm. The Indian side retaliated, leading to exchanges. However, there were no reports of any casualties or damage on the Indian side. Reports of damage on Pakistan side couldn’t be ascertained immediately.
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October - 15 
Security Force (SFs) arrested two Kuki Liberation Army (KLA) militants at Kangpokpi town in Kangpokpi on October 15, reports Imphal Free Press. The arrested militant was identified as LamkhongamKhongsai (31) and LaljaseiZaselaliasHesei (38).
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Security Force (SFs) arrested two Kuki Liberation Army (KLA) militants at Kangpokpi town in Kangpokpi on October 15, reports Imphal Free Press. The arrested militant was identified as LamkhongamKhongsai (31) and LaljaseiZaselaliasHesei (38).
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October - 15 
The state-wide shut down called by Coordination Committee (CorCom) and other groups including Kangleipak Communist Party-Peoples War Group (KCP-PWG) crippled normal life in Manipur, reports Imphal Free Press on October 15. Security forces were deploy
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The state-wide shut down called by Coordination Committee (CorCom) and other groups including Kangleipak Communist Party-Peoples War Group (KCP-PWG) crippled normal life in Manipur, reports Imphal Free Press on October 15. Security forces were deployed at different areas to prevent from any unwanted incidents.
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October - 15 
Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers were injured in a militant attack on a Security Force camp at Newa in Pulwama District in the night of October 15, police said, reports Daily Excelsior. “Terrorists late evening fired upon a security f
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Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers were injured in a militant attack on a Security Force camp at Newa in Pulwama District in the night of October 15, police said, reports Daily Excelsior. “Terrorists late evening fired upon a security forces’ camp at Newa in District Pulwama in south Kashmir. In this incident, however, two jawans sustained injuries,” an unnamed Police spokesman said. The attack was repulsed by the forces, he added.
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October - 15 
Sharif alias Farhad (33), a ‘regional commander’ of Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) Lal Pataka faction was killed in a gunfight with Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) at Dainna Chowdhury Madhyapara area in Tangail District of Dhaka Division on Octobe
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Sharif alias Farhad (33), a ‘regional commander’ of Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) Lal Pataka faction was killed in a gunfight with Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) at Dainna Chowdhury Madhyapara area in Tangail District of Dhaka Division on October 15, reports Dhaka Tribune. Two RAB officials were also injured in the incident. A foreign-made pistol, magazine, and four rounds of bullets were recovered from the spot.
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October - 15 
Eight Afghan National Army (ANA) Soldiers and seven Taliban militants were killed and eight other ANA soldiers were injured in a Taliban attack in the ANA base in Khatiwan area of Farah City (District) the capital in Farah Province according to unnam
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Eight Afghan National Army (ANA) Soldiers and seven Taliban militants were killed and eight other ANA soldiers were injured in a Taliban attack in the ANA base in Khatiwan area of Farah City (District) the capital in Farah Province according to unnamed officials on October 15, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 15 
Fourteen Taliban militants and Seven Security Personnel including Samangan Police Security Chief General Khawani Tahari were killed and 16 other Taliban militants and three Policemen were injured on October 15 in a clash in DarahSofPayan District of
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Fourteen Taliban militants and Seven Security Personnel including Samangan Police Security Chief General Khawani Tahari were killed and 16 other Taliban militants and three Policemen were injured on October 15 in a clash in DarahSofPayan District of Samangan Province, reports Tolo News.
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October - 15 
One civilian (teacher) was killed and seven tribal elders were abducted by Taliban militants along the way of Faizabad-Jawzjan highway in an unspecified District of Jowzjan Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 15.
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One civilian (teacher) was killed and seven tribal elders were abducted by Taliban militants along the way of Faizabad-Jawzjan highway in an unspecified District of Jowzjan Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 15.
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October - 15 
One man was killed and 15 others including a child and four women were injured when Taliban conducted a rocket attack on Qala-e-Yangi City (District) of Takhar Province on October 15, reports Bakhtar News.
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One man was killed and 15 others including a child and four women were injured when Taliban conducted a rocket attack on Qala-e-Yangi City (District) of Takhar Province on October 15, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 15 
The Prosecutor General’s office on October 15 withdrew obstruction charges against 12 [unnamed] Opposition politicians alleged to scaled the security barricades to enter the People’s Majlis (Maldives Parliament) in 2017, reports Maldives Independent.
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The Prosecutor General’s office on October 15 withdrew obstruction charges against 12 [unnamed] Opposition politicians alleged to scaled the security barricades to enter the People’s Majlis (Maldives Parliament) in 2017, reports Maldives Independent. The President-elect Ibrahim Mohamed Solih was amongst the dozen lawmakers who were on trial, but the charges were dropped against the opposition Parliamentary leader before he [Solih] contested and won the Presidential election on September 23, 2018.
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October - 16 
A group of 10 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres armed with weapons set at least nine trucks on fire near bauxite mines at Bagdu under Kiskothana (Police Station) in Lohardaga District on October 16, reports Pragativadi News. The inc
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A group of 10 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres armed with weapons set at least nine trucks on fire near bauxite mines at Bagdu under Kiskothana (Police Station) in Lohardaga District on October 16, reports Pragativadi News. The incident occurred when the Maoists enforced Jharkhand bandh (general shutdown strike) on October 16. State Police spokesperson and Additional Director General (ADG) (operations), R.K. Mallick said primary probe suggested it was not bandh-related violence but for ‘levy’ (extortion money).
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October - 16 
Addressing on the occasion of the National Security Guard (NSG) Raising Day, the Union Minister of Home Affairs (UMHA) Rajnath Singh on October 16 has stated that the terrorists are conspiring new strategies to strike and the extensive use of Social-
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Addressing on the occasion of the National Security Guard (NSG) Raising Day, the Union Minister of Home Affairs (UMHA) Rajnath Singh on October 16 has stated that the terrorists are conspiring new strategies to strike and the extensive use of Social-Media by the anti-National elements is a new threat, reports The Times of India. Rajnath Singh credited India’s Security Forces (SFs) for ensuring the sense of Security to India as no major terrorist incident occurred after 2008 Mumbai attacks. The NSG Commando teams would be kept at the disposal of the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police for all anti-militancy operations in the valley, said NSG Director-General (DG) Sudeep Lakhtakia.
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October - 16 
Commenting over the arrested Kashmiri youths from private academic institute in Jalandhar, Punjab’s Chief Minister (CM) (Capt) Amarinder Singh has said that not every Kashmiri student is a terrorist and the Police could not establish any connection b
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Commenting over the arrested Kashmiri youths from private academic institute in Jalandhar, Punjab’s Chief Minister (CM) (Capt) Amarinder Singh has said that not every Kashmiri student is a terrorist and the Police could not establish any connection between the arrested Kashmiri youth with the locals, reports The Tribune on October 16. The role of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) cannot be ruled out, been active in Punjab and conspiring anti-India activities through students from Kashmir, said (Capt) Singh.
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October - 16 
In a new beginning in bilateral relationship, India and China are likely to sign an internal security cooperation agreement on October 22, reports The Times of India on October 16. China’s Minister of Public Security—Zhao Kezhi will visit India on Oc
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In a new beginning in bilateral relationship, India and China are likely to sign an internal security cooperation agreement on October 22, reports The Times of India on October 16. China’s Minister of Public Security—Zhao Kezhi will visit India on October 22 and will meet Union Minister of Home Affairs (UMHA) Rajnath Singh to discuss various aspects of security cooperation between two nations. The agreement is likely to cover the areas of Intelligence sharing, exchange programmes, sharing of best practices, cooperation in disaster mitigation, said an official [unnamed]. The India-China agreement may lead to a future on the exchange of sentenced prisoners. At present, India does not have an extradition treaty with China, nor a pact to exchange each other's sentenced prisoners. Reportedly, there are at least 10 Indians in Chinese prisons and an equal number of Chinese citizens in Indian prisons.
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October - 16 
One Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter with Police in the forest area of Malewada in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on October 16, reports Business Standard. The Police also recovered one rifle from the
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One Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter with Police in the forest area of Malewada in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on October 16, reports Business Standard. The Police also recovered one rifle from the encounter site. However, the identity of the slain Maoist is yet to be ascertained.
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October - 16 
The Central Intelligence Agencies (CIA) conveyed an alert to the West Bengal Police regarding high probability of bomb attack by Bangladesh-based Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) in North region of West Bengal during the ongoing Durga Puja festi
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The Central Intelligence Agencies (CIA) conveyed an alert to the West Bengal Police regarding high probability of bomb attack by Bangladesh-based Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) in North region of West Bengal during the ongoing Durga Puja festival, reports The New Indian Express on October 16. JMB may attack in Jalpaiguri, Siliguri, Coochbehar, and Alipurduar, claims the Intelligence report.
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October - 16 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), on October 16, called for a boycott of the Telangana Assembly elections scheduled for December 7, reports Newkerala.com.In a statement sent to the media, the CPI-Maoist called upon people not to parti
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), on October 16, called for a boycott of the Telangana Assembly elections scheduled for December 7, reports Newkerala.com.In a statement sent to the media, the CPI-Maoist called upon people not to participate in what it termed 'fake' elections and fight for a "democratic Telangana".Issued in the name of CPI-Maoist's Telangana State Secretary Hari Bhushan, the statement found fault with the policies pursued by all political parties. Alleging that the ruling Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) has not fulfilled promises made in the last Assembly elections, it said that since public resentment was growing, Chief Minister (CM), K. Chandrasekhar Rao went for early elections by dissolving the Assembly nine months before its term was to expire. Hari Bhushan also slammed the Maha Kutami or Grand Alliance and the Bahujan Left Front (BLF). He said nothing could be achieved with the unity of the Congress and the Telugu Desam Party (TDP). He said he believes that parties like the Communist Party of India (CPI) and the Telangana Jana Samithi (TJS) joining hands with the Congress and the TDP in the name of Maha Kutami is tantamount to mobilising votes for bourgeoisie parties.The letter alleged that the Left parties have given up solving people's basic problems and the revolutionary movement to vie for positions of power.
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October - 16 
The East Khasi Hills police have made elaborate security arrangements to ensure that the Durga puja (hindu festival) celebrations passed off peacefully, reports Northeast Today. East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police Davis Marak stated that ‘secur
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The East Khasi Hills police have made elaborate security arrangements to ensure that the Durga puja (hindu festival) celebrations passed off peacefully, reports Northeast Today. East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police Davis Marak stated that ‘security arrangements are for the protection of the idols and during the immersion day, which is the last day of the festival’.
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October - 16 
The former ‘chairman’ of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) Khango Konyak has reportedly arrived at Yongkhao village under Tobu sub-division in Mon District and a welcome program was organized on October 16, reports web india123
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The former ‘chairman’ of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) Khango Konyak has reportedly arrived at Yongkhao village under Tobu sub-division in Mon District and a welcome program was organized on October 16, reports web india123. According to reports, representatives from civil societies and NGO’s from Eastern Nagaland were present at the welcome program held in Yongkhao village. Report said that Khango Konyak was not averse to signing a ceasefire with the Government of India. However, speculation on whether Khango Konyak would join other insurgency groups operating in Nagaland state or form his own group is not yet clear.
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October - 16 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) investigation has revealed that at-least at six instances the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) linked charity outfit—Falah-e-Insaniyat Foundation (FIF) distributed money through Hawala (illegal money transfer) channels a
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) investigation has revealed that at-least at six instances the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) linked charity outfit—Falah-e-Insaniyat Foundation (FIF) distributed money through Hawala (illegal money transfer) channels among poor families of Mewat region of Haryana and Rajasthan States, to build goodwill for the terrorist group, reports Hindustan Times on October 16. NIA suspect that the charity was done to create a base for LeT or FIF activities in the region. The idea was to generate goodwill by distributing money for organising weddings and the Mosque— to be encash at the right opportunity, said an NIA official on condition of anonymity.
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October - 16 
Three Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) jawans (troopers) were injured in an Improved Explosive Device (IED) blast triggered by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on October 16, reports Free Pr
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Three Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) jawans (troopers) were injured in an Improved Explosive Device (IED) blast triggered by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on October 16, reports Free Press Journal. The incident took place around 11 am on the hills near Rajadera and Ramgarh villages when a joint team of Security Forces (SFs) was out on an anti-Maoist operation, Rajnandgaon, Superintendent of Police (SP), Kamlochan Kashyap said. When the patrolling team was cordoning off the hilly area, located around 75 kilometers away the District, the Maoists triggered the IED blast that injured the three jawans, he said. Those injured included a head constable and two constables of the ITBP’s 44th battalion, he added. It is to be noted that six Assembly constituencies of Rajnandgaon District are among 18 seats of the eight Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE]-affected Districts where polling will be held in the first phase the State Assembly elections on November 12.
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October - 16 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) sympathisers were arrested by the District Police in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh on October 16, reports The Hindu. The arrested Maoist sympathisers were identified as Bhootam Annapoorna al
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) sympathisers were arrested by the District Police in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh on October 16, reports The Hindu. The arrested Maoist sympathisers were identified as Bhootam Annapoorna alias Aruna and Lamboori Simhachalam, both residents of Pedabayalu Panchayat (village level local self-government institution). Police said, both are active members of the Jana Natya Mandali (JNM), a frontal organisation of the Maoists and are aiding the CPI-Maoist in recruiting new cadres in the Andhra-Odisha Border (AOB) region and Chhattisgarh. The Police also recovered gelatin sticks, wires, detonators, and Maoist literature from Simhachalam. Both were arrested between G. Madugula and Paderu when they tried to escape after seeing the Police.
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October - 16 
Unidentified armed assailants shot dead journalist Sohail Khan in Hitar area of Haripur District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 16, reports The Express Tribune. Sohail Khan worked for local TV channel, K2. Senior journalist Hamid Mir tweeted Sohail
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Unidentified armed assailants shot dead journalist Sohail Khan in Hitar area of Haripur District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 16, reports The Express Tribune. Sohail Khan worked for local TV channel, K2. Senior journalist Hamid Mir tweeted Sohail Khan was the fourth journalist killed in the line of duty in Pakistan this year. "Three were killed in KPK and one in Punjab," he added. "Sohail Khan submitted an application today in DPO office about threats to him and was coming back to home when he was attacked and killed on the spot," reads Hamid Mir's tweet.
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October - 16 
Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport, RaghubirMahaseth, in a greetings exchange ceremony organized on the occasion of Dashain, Deepawali and Chhath festivals at Rajaul of Janakpurdham said the development of the entire country would rem
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Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport, RaghubirMahaseth, in a greetings exchange ceremony organized on the occasion of Dashain, Deepawali and Chhath festivals at Rajaul of Janakpurdham said the development of the entire country would remain unachievable in the absence of development of Madhesh region, reports Republica on October 16. He said the Government had brought enough budget for the development of Madhesh. He utilized the occasion to pledge to connect every road of Madhesh to the national road network and every villages to the district headquarters. According to him, the Jayanagar-Janakpur railway service will come into regular operation from coming December and the East-West railway service will be ready for operation by the next four years. Similarly, the construction of a postal highway has neared the completion.
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October - 16 
Several gunshots were heard on October 16 (today) at one of two militant ‘hideouts’ which have been cordoned off by law enforcers in Shekerchar and Gangpar areas of Sadar upazila (sub-district) under Narsingdi District since the night of October 15,
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Several gunshots were heard on October 16 (today) at one of two militant ‘hideouts’ which have been cordoned off by law enforcers in Shekerchar and Gangpar areas of Sadar upazila (sub-district) under Narsingdi District since the night of October 15, reports Daily Star. The Security Forces have cordoned off the area and operations are ongoing.
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October - 16 
Two Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) militants were killed in a Police operation at a hideout in Shaikerchar area of Narsingdi District in Dhaka Division on October 16, reports The Daily Star. Police said that the dead man was the media
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Two Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) militants were killed in a Police operation at a hideout in Shaikerchar area of Narsingdi District in Dhaka Division on October 16, reports The Daily Star. Police said that the dead man was the media wing chief of Neo-JMB and the woman was his wife. Both were around 30.
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October - 16 
The Office on Missing Persons (OMP) met families from the Western Province in Colombo on October 16 and briefed them on the ongoing process to address the issue on people reported missing, reports Colombo Gazette. The meeting took place at the Lakshm
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The Office on Missing Persons (OMP) met families from the Western Province in Colombo on October 16 and briefed them on the ongoing process to address the issue on people reported missing, reports Colombo Gazette. The meeting took place at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute. The OMP heard from the families of the missing and took their suggestions. The OMP also briefed the families on the interim report of the OMP, which was released in September. The OMP has recommended in the report that state officials including members of the armed forces and police who are named as suspects or accused in criminal actions relating to abductions and enforced disappearances, be suspended pending the final determination of such cases.
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October - 16 
Five Taliban militants were killed and 12 others were injured when militants attacked Police check-points in Kojran District of Daikundi Province on October 16, reports Bakhtar News.
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Five Taliban militants were killed and 12 others were injured when militants attacked Police check-points in Kojran District of Daikundi Province on October 16, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 16 
Mohammad Akram Khpalwak, an advisor to the president and head secretary of the High Peace Council (HPC) on October 16 rejected claims that discussions around the withdrawal of foreign troops were held between the United States (US) Special Representa
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Mohammad Akram Khpalwak, an advisor to the president and head secretary of the High Peace Council (HPC) on October 16 rejected claims that discussions around the withdrawal of foreign troops were held between the United States (US) Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad and Taliban representatives in Qatar, reports Tolo News. “It is said that the Taliban and the United States discussed the withdrawal of foreign forces, I completely reject this issue, it has not been discussed,” said Khpalwak.
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October - 16 
Nine militants affiliated with the Islamic State (IS) were killed in a drone-strike carried out by the Coalition Forces in Bagh Dara area of Achi District in Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 16.
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Nine militants affiliated with the Islamic State (IS) were killed in a drone-strike carried out by the Coalition Forces in Bagh Dara area of Achi District in Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 16.
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October - 16 
Three militants were killed and six others were injured clash in Tarbalaq area in the Sar-e-Pul City (District) capital of Sar-e-Pul Province on October 16, reports Khaama Press.
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Three militants were killed and six others were injured clash in Tarbalaq area in the Sar-e-Pul City (District) capital of Sar-e-Pul Province on October 16, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 16 
Twelve militants were killed, two others were injured, yet two others were arrested and two Armed Personnel Carriers (APCs) were recovered during the operation of the Afghan Special Forces in Aliabad District of Kunduz Province, reports Khaama Press
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Twelve militants were killed, two others were injured, yet two others were arrested and two Armed Personnel Carriers (APCs) were recovered during the operation of the Afghan Special Forces in Aliabad District of Kunduz Province, reports Khaama Press on October 16.
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October - 17 
A 43-year-old man, who used to supply arms to Maoist, was arrested from Dhamar village of Arrah District in Bihar on October 17, reports The Hans India. The accused was identified as Sanjay Singh, a resident of Dhamar village of the District, was car
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A 43-year-old man, who used to supply arms to Maoist, was arrested from Dhamar village of Arrah District in Bihar on October 17, reports The Hans India. The accused was identified as Sanjay Singh, a resident of Dhamar village of the District, was carrying a reward of INR 100,000 on his head. “On Friday, one Ram Krishna Singh was arrested and 407 illegal cartridges were seized from his possession. During interrogation, Ram revealed that he has been involved in gunrunning since 2015 and was roped into the racket by one Sanjay,” said P S Kushwaha, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Cell). Ram said a part of the cache, found in his possession, was meant to be supplied to Naxals operating from the jungles of Gadchiroli in Maharashtra.
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October - 17 
A joint team of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Bihar Military Police (BMP) arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre from Mohammedpur village under Panapur Police Station area in Saran District on October 17, reports Webindia123.co
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A joint team of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Bihar Military Police (BMP) arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre from Mohammedpur village under Panapur Police Station area in Saran District on October 17, reports Webindia123.com.Saran Superintendent of Police (SP), Harkishore Rai said that security personnel arrested the extremist identified as Ram Dular Bhagat alias Ram Dular Sharma from his house at the village on the basis of specific intelligence input. He said that the Maoist was absconding ever since committing a Naxal[Left Wing extremism (LWE)] activity nearly five years back.
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October - 17 
A militant who was involved in August 2 encounter with the police at Tarasin village in East Garo Hills surrendered to East Garo Hills Police at the Rongjeng Police station on October 17, reports Northeast Today. He belonged to A’chik National Libera
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A militant who was involved in August 2 encounter with the police at Tarasin village in East Garo Hills surrendered to East Garo Hills Police at the Rongjeng Police station on October 17, reports Northeast Today. He belonged to A’chik National Liberation Central Army (ANLCA). The militant was later arrested by the police for his involvement in the August 2 encounter. The encounter had resulted in death of a National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigwra (NDFB-S).
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A Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM) militant involved in a grenade attack in which three Police personnel, including Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Zafar Mehdi, were injured in Baramulla District on October 17, was killed in an encounter with the S
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A Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM) militant involved in a grenade attack in which three Police personnel, including Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Zafar Mehdi, were injured in Baramulla District on October 17, was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on October 18 (today),reports Daily Excelsior.Shaukat Ahmad Bhat was wanted in the Pattan grenade incident in Baramulla on October 17, and was killed in the gunfight in the south Kashmir District, a Police official said.Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the possession of the slain militant.Bhat had managed to escape on October 17, while his accomplice, Faizan Majeed Bhat, a resident of Tral in Pulwama, was arrested by the Police who chased them after the militants lobbed a grenade on a Police party at a naka in Pattan area.
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October - 17 
A youth was critically injured, when he accidentally stepped over a landmine along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch Districtof Jammu and Kashmir on October 17,reports Daily Excelsior.Mohammad Ramzan (22), a resident of Deri Dabse village, suffered
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A youth was critically injured, when he accidentally stepped over a landmine along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch Districtof Jammu and Kashmir on October 17,reports Daily Excelsior.Mohammad Ramzan (22), a resident of Deri Dabse village, suffered critical splinter injuries due to initiation of a mine near the anti-infiltration obstacle system at Pakhwari Gali in Mendhar sector, a Police official said.
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October - 17 
Bangalore Police arrived on October 17 to interrogate the 31 Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Guwahati, reports The Telegraph. Altogether 31 Bangladeshis, including 13 minors, who had illegally entered India, were arrested on October 14. They worked
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Bangalore Police arrived on October 17 to interrogate the 31 Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Guwahati, reports The Telegraph. Altogether 31 Bangladeshis, including 13 minors, who had illegally entered India, were arrested on October 14. They worked as daily wage earners in factories in Bangalore. According to an unidentified source ‘The team of Bangalore police will question them how they reached Bangalore and whether they knew about other illegal Bangladeshi nationals staying there’.
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October - 17 
Liberation Tiger of Tribal (LTT), a non-signatory of Suspension of Operation (SoO) alleged that they have been falsely accused United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA), an armed wing of Kuki National Organisation (KNO), reports Imphal Free Press on Octob
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Liberation Tiger of Tribal (LTT), a non-signatory of Suspension of Operation (SoO) alleged that they have been falsely accused United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA), an armed wing of Kuki National Organisation (KNO), reports Imphal Free Press on October 17. UTLA had earlier had earlier condemned frequent brutal acts of abducting the workers of Coastal Railway Company stationed in and around Jiri-Phaitol area by LTT and some unidentified group. The ‘information and publicity secretary’ of LTT J Baite UTLA’s false allegation and condemnation over the abduction is unacceptable and it only exhibits the weakness of the organisation.
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October - 17 
Some traders in the capital city of Jharkhand have received letters allegedly from Left Wing Extremists (LWEs) asking them to pay INR 1 million each for expansion of the ultra-left organisation in the State, reports Devdiscourse News on October 17. "
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Some traders in the capital city of Jharkhand have received letters allegedly from Left Wing Extremists (LWEs) asking them to pay INR 1 million each for expansion of the ultra-left organisation in the State, reports Devdiscourse News on October 17. "We have received complaints from some stone-crusher owners that Maoist guerrillas belonging to banned People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI) have sought Rs 10 lakh. We have constituted an inquiry to look into the matter," a senior Police official said. PLFI is a splinter group of the CPI-Maoist.
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October - 17 
The ‘general secretary’ of Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) CherishsterfieldThangkhiew surrendered before the Deputy Chief Minister, PrestoneTynsong and Director General of Police (DGP) RP Agarwal on October 17 at Shillong in East Khasi
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The ‘general secretary’ of Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) CherishsterfieldThangkhiew surrendered before the Deputy Chief Minister, PrestoneTynsong and Director General of Police (DGP) RP Agarwal on October 17 at Shillong in East Khasi Hills, reports Northeast Today. He has been associated with outfit since August 1987 when it was known as HynniewtrepA’Chik Liberation Council (HALC). In 1997 HALC was disbanded and new outfit HNLC as formed in 1997.
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October - 17 
The killing of the militants and civilian sparked off violent stone-pelting protests in the Old City of Srinagar in Srinagar District and led to a spontaneous shutdown on October 17, adds Daily Excelsior. Youth took to streets in Fateh Kadal, Karfali
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The killing of the militants and civilian sparked off violent stone-pelting protests in the Old City of Srinagar in Srinagar District and led to a spontaneous shutdown on October 17, adds Daily Excelsior. Youth took to streets in Fateh Kadal, Karfali Mohalla, Safa Kadal, Rajouri Kadal, Nowhatta, Khanyar, Rainawari, Eidgah and other parts of the city and clashed with the SFs. SFs fired tear gas and pellets to disperse the stone pelting protesters. At least 20 people were injured in the clashes.
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October - 17 
There were series of attacks on Muslim houses at Lalit Bazar locality under Ranir Bazar Police Station near Agartala in West Tripura district by some Tribal people following alleged molestation of a tribal girl, reports Tripurainfo. Some Muslim house
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There were series of attacks on Muslim houses at Lalit Bazar locality under Ranir Bazar Police Station near Agartala in West Tripura district by some Tribal people following alleged molestation of a tribal girl, reports Tripurainfo. Some Muslim houses were also set ablaze following the molestation incident of October 17. Although, the Police had arrested four persons immediately after the incident was reported, rumours in social media subsequently led to a group of tribal people set ablaze some houses. Further, news report mentioned unnamed sources saying that more than 70 Muslim families left their houses on October 18 and initially took shelter at Ranir Bazar Police Station and later were sent back them to their houses. But due to the insecurity and fear psychosis, they left their home once again and took shelters in a nearby local school building.
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October - 17 
Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants including a top ‘commander’ and a Police officer were killed an encounter in Fateh Kadal area of Srinagar District on October 17, reports Daily Excelsior. According to sources, as the Security Forces (SFs) were c
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Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants including a top ‘commander’ and a Police officer were killed an encounter in Fateh Kadal area of Srinagar District on October 17, reports Daily Excelsior. According to sources, as the Security Forces (SFs) were conducting searches they were fired at from the house where militants were hiding. In the initial exchange of gunfire, one cop of SOG identified as Kamal Kishore was killed. During the encounter, three residential houses and several cars parked in the locality were damaged. The gun battle continued for over an hour in which two LeT militants including their commander was killed. They were identified them as Mehraj-ud-Din Bangroo and Fahad Mushtaq Waza. Another person identified as Rayees Ahmad Sofi was also killed in the firing. Police, however, maintained he was an Over Ground Worker (OGW) of LeT. The spokesman said that incriminating materials including arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of encounter.
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October - 17 
Three Policemen including an officer were injured after the militants travelling in a vehicle lobbed a hand grenade on a naka party when it was signalled to stop at Baba Teng Pattan in Baramulla District on October 17, adds Daily Excelsior.
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Three Policemen including an officer were injured after the militants travelling in a vehicle lobbed a hand grenade on a naka party when it was signalled to stop at Baba Teng Pattan in Baramulla District on October 17, adds Daily Excelsior.
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October - 17 
Two Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) militants were surrendered as law enforcement members ended a militant den raid in Madhabdi, Narsingdi District of Dhaka Division on October 17, reports Dhaka Tribune. The female militants have been i
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Two Neo-Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) militants were surrendered as law enforcement members ended a militant den raid in Madhabdi, Narsingdi District of Dhaka Division on October 17, reports Dhaka Tribune. The female militants have been identified as Khadija AkterMeghla, 25 and Moushumi Akhter Mou, 24.
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October - 17 
After being isolated for long periods during the war, the Northern and Eastern provinces of Sri Lanka are in the midst of recovering from a traumatic past and a World Bank funded project supports the local authorities in the provinces to deliver serv
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After being isolated for long periods during the war, the Northern and Eastern provinces of Sri Lanka are in the midst of recovering from a traumatic past and a World Bank funded project supports the local authorities in the provinces to deliver services and local infrastructure in a responsive and accountable manner,reports Colombo Pageon October 17.With contributions from the North East Local Services Improvement Project (NELSIP) residents now enjoy swift services, such as rural roads and easy access to drinking water. The local authorities are empowered for their service deliveries.The Project is designed to improve the delivery of infrastructure services, such as rural roads and drinking water supply by local authorities in the Northern and Eastern Provinces, to strengthen their service delivery systems, and to build capacity to deliver their mandated services.The unique design of this project is that each community contributes three percent of the cost by providing labor or utilities like water or electricity. In addition, community members can identify their own needs and prioritize how the money is spent by voting in public town hall meetings.Based on successful results of NELSIP, the Government of Sri Lanka has stepped up its grant support to local authorities since 2014.
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October - 17 
President Maithripala Sirisena during a discussion with the representatives of Tamil National Alliance (TNA) on October 17 in Parliamenthas assured that the Government would extend every possible assistance to streamline the development activities in
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President Maithripala Sirisena during a discussion with the representatives of Tamil National Alliance (TNA) on October 17 in Parliamenthas assured that the Government would extend every possible assistance to streamline the development activities in the North and East to provide maximum benefits to the people, reports Colombo Page.The delegation included Opposition Leader R Sampanthan and parliamentarian M ASumanthiran.The issues pertaining to development activities and the need for streamlining them and adverse effects of inclement weather were discussed during the meeting.The President also held a meeting with the representatives of Tamil Progressive Front where the issues pertaining to upcountry Tamils such as their wage issues and development activities were discussed.Tamil Progressive Front leader, Mano Ganesan, Minister Palani Digambaran and V Radhakrishnan attended this meeting.
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October - 17 
Five Afghan Border Police Personnel were killed and another injured in a Taliban attack in the Kang District of Nimroz Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 17.
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Five Afghan Border Police Personnel were killed and another injured in a Taliban attack in the Kang District of Nimroz Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 17.
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October - 17 
Four civilians were killed in a mine explosion in unspecified district of Helmand Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 17.
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Four civilians were killed in a mine explosion in unspecified district of Helmand Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 17.
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October - 17 
Four militants were killed and 12 others were injured in a clash in Qashqar village in Chemtal District of Balkh Province, reports Khaama Press on October 17.
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Four militants were killed and 12 others were injured in a clash in Qashqar village in Chemtal District of Balkh Province, reports Khaama Press on October 17.
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October - 17 
Four people including parliamentary candidate Abdul Jabar Qahraman were killed and seven others were injured in an explosion conducted by Taliban militants in his campaign office in Lashkargah City (District), the capital of Helmand Province on Octo
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Four people including parliamentary candidate Abdul Jabar Qahraman were killed and seven others were injured in an explosion conducted by Taliban militants in his campaign office in Lashkargah City (District), the capital of Helmand Province on October 17, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 17 
Four suicide bombers were killed when their vehicle was targeted in an air-strike conducted by Coalition Forces in Qurban area of Qarabagh District in Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 17.
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Four suicide bombers were killed when their vehicle was targeted in an air-strike conducted by Coalition Forces in Qurban area of Qarabagh District in Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 17.
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October - 17 
Nineteen Taliban militants belonging to Zarif Kochi faction were killed and seven others were injured in an air-strike conducted by Coalition Forces in Chori Kali area of Aab Band District in Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 17.
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Nineteen Taliban militants belonging to Zarif Kochi faction were killed and seven others were injured in an air-strike conducted by Coalition Forces in Chori Kali area of Aab Band District in Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 17.
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October - 17 
One militant was killed after he conducted a suicide bombing explosion targetting North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) patrolling convoy near a major United States (US) military base in Shinzai area of the Bagram District of Parwan Province on O
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One militant was killed after he conducted a suicide bombing explosion targetting North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) patrolling convoy near a major United States (US) military base in Shinzai area of the Bagram District of Parwan Province on October 17, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. No troops were hurt in the attack.
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October - 17 
Seven Afghan National Army (ANA) Soldiers were killed and a Major General injured in a suicide bombing attack conducted in the Chak District of Maidan Wardak Province on October 17, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Seven Afghan National Army (ANA) Soldiers were killed and a Major General injured in a suicide bombing attack conducted in the Chak District of Maidan Wardak Province on October 17, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 17 
Three Service Members of Resolute Support were injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in during a patrol in Bagram District of Parwan Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 17. Taliban claimed the attack.
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Three Service Members of Resolute Support were injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in during a patrol in Bagram District of Parwan Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 17. Taliban claimed the attack.
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October - 17 
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)'s Resettlement in Newly Released Areas (RNRA) scheme, provides livelihood assistance in sectors such as Fisheries, Agriculture and Livestock to vulnerable families in Northern Sri Lanka, reports Colombo Pag
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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)'s Resettlement in Newly Released Areas (RNRA) scheme, provides livelihood assistance in sectors such as Fisheries, Agriculture and Livestock to vulnerable families in Northern Sri Lanka, reports Colombo Pageon October 17.The UNDP highlights the story of one such family to mark the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.
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October - 17 
The Opposition coalition has filed an appeal to the Maldives Police Service (MPS) on October 17, to prevent President Abdulla Yameen from ‘fleeing’ the Maldives, reports The Edition. The President Yameen must be stopped from leaving the Maldives as t
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The Opposition coalition has filed an appeal to the Maldives Police Service (MPS) on October 17, to prevent President Abdulla Yameen from ‘fleeing’ the Maldives, reports The Edition. The President Yameen must be stopped from leaving the Maldives as there are many corruption charges and other cases which are being investigated against him, said Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)’s Chairperson Hassan Latheef. There has not been any official statement regarding the assumption and ruling Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) claims that President Yameen would not flee.
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October - 18 
A suspected pro-Khalistan group member, Karam Singh, was arrested on October 18 in Shamli district, reports Daily Excelsior. Karam Singh was involved in a plot allegedly to kill former Punjab Chief Minister Prakash Singh Badal.
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A suspected pro-Khalistan group member, Karam Singh, was arrested on October 18 in Shamli district, reports Daily Excelsior. Karam Singh was involved in a plot allegedly to kill former Punjab Chief Minister Prakash Singh Badal.
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October - 18 
Clashes broke out in in the capital city as a shutdown called by separatists against the Fateh Kadal killings disrupted life in Srinagar and other major towns of the Valley on October 18, reports Daily Excelsior. Shops, offices, educational institute
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Clashes broke out in in the capital city as a shutdown called by separatists against the Fateh Kadal killings disrupted life in Srinagar and other major towns of the Valley on October 18, reports Daily Excelsior. Shops, offices, educational institutes remained closed in Srinagar while the movement of transport was also affected due to the strike called by separatists. Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers and Police were deployed in strength in parts of downtown, where massive protests broke out after the killing of two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants and a civilian in an encounter on October 17.Authorities imposed restrictions in the areas falling under the Police Stations of Nowhatta, Khanyar, Rainawari, Safakadal and Maharaj Gunj. Despite heightened security, groups of youth appeared on roads and clashed with the SFs at Rainawari, Khanyar, Zaldagar, Soura and Noorbagh. They pelted stones on the SFs triggering clashes. SFs fired several teargases to disperse the stone pelting protesters. The ding-dong clashes continued for several hours leaving at least three people injured.
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October - 18 
Four militants were killed in an encounter with Army in upper reaches of forests of Boniyar in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir on October 18, reports Daily Excelsior. A search party of Army’s 5 Grenadier intercepted a group of militants at To
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Four militants were killed in an encounter with Army in upper reaches of forests of Boniyar in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir on October 18, reports Daily Excelsior. A search party of Army’s 5 Grenadier intercepted a group of militants at Torna post in the forests of Boniyar triggering an encounter which resulted in the killing of four militants. An Army spokesman said that troops launched operation in the forests of Boniyar today (October 18). However, no further details were shared by the Army. The identities of the militants are yet to be ascertained.
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October - 18 
Seven Army personnel were injured as an Army Casper of 55 Rashtriya Rifles(RR) came under IED attack at Trichal Bridge on Pulwama-Lassipora Road in Pulwama District late on October 18, reports Daily Excelsior. The Improvised Explosive Device (IED) wa
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Seven Army personnel were injured as an Army Casper of 55 Rashtriya Rifles(RR) came under IED attack at Trichal Bridge on Pulwama-Lassipora Road in Pulwama District late on October 18, reports Daily Excelsior. The Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was planted by militants near the bridge and was detonated in which seven Army personnel were injured.
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October - 18 
Six cadres of the Trutiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), were arrested with arms and ammunition in Palamu District of Jharkhand late on October 18, reports Devdiscourse News.Acting o
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Six cadres of the Trutiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), were arrested with arms and ammunition in Palamu District of Jharkhand late on October 18, reports Devdiscourse News.Acting on a tip-off, the District Armed Police (DAP) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel surrounded Kasisoth, Singhna and Batowa localities under Mohammadgunj Police Station area and arrested the six extremists.Superintendent of Police (SP), Indrajeet Mahatha said TPC's self-styled ‘area commander’ Kuldeep Yadav was among those arrested.Police recovered one rifle looted from the Police in the past, three .315 bore regular rifles, 304 pieces of live cartridges, one empty cartridge, one walkie-talkie, two mobile phones and Maoist posters from their possession, the SP said.Mahatha said some other ultras managed to escape under the cover of darkness. Cases of abduction, encounter, rioting and loot were pending against those arrested under four Police Stations of Palamu District, he said. The identity of the other five TPC cadres are yet to be ascertained.
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October - 18 
The Commissioner’s Task Force (CTF)-Central Zone officers on October 18 has cracked a Hawala (illegal money transfer) network and arrested five persons— Pupalla Mahesh (28), Guman Singh Rajpurohitaka Guman Singh (63), Nepal Singh (22), Damuluri Srini
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The Commissioner’s Task Force (CTF)-Central Zone officers on October 18 has cracked a Hawala (illegal money transfer) network and arrested five persons— Pupalla Mahesh (28), Guman Singh Rajpurohitaka Guman Singh (63), Nepal Singh (22), Damuluri Srinivas Rao (28), and SirishillaAvinash (35), and recovered INR 59 lakh from their possession, reports Telangana Today. Reportedly, Papulla Mahesh was a driver of Vallabhaneni Anil Kumar— ‘President’ of Telugu Yuvatha Telangana State (TYTS). Anil Kumar told Papulla to transport the money to Jagitial through the hawala agents Naresh and SirishillaAvinash. SirishillaAvinash organised the illegal transfer of the hawala money by charging a commission between 0.6 percent to 0.8 percent, said Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Task Force— Radhakrishna Rao.
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October - 18 
The joint team of Patiala and Rajasthan Police on October 18 arrested a wanted criminal and pro-Khalistan member— German Singh, in a conspiracy to attack former Chief Minister (CM) of Punjab—Prakash Singh Badal, from Navagaon Village in Bikaner distr
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The joint team of Patiala and Rajasthan Police on October 18 arrested a wanted criminal and pro-Khalistan member— German Singh, in a conspiracy to attack former Chief Minister (CM) of Punjab—Prakash Singh Badal, from Navagaon Village in Bikaner district of Rajasthan, reports Hindustan Times. The Intelligence agencies and Uttar Pradesh (U.P.) Police had shared key information with Patiala Police about German Singh’s activities in the region. On the basis of these inputs, a team comprising 12 Police personnel rushed to Rajasthan on October 17. German Singh will be brought to Patiala and produced in the Court, said Patiala Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Mandeep Singh Sidhu.
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October - 18 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 18 arrested an absconder— Mohammad Akbar Ali in September 2015 Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) case, from Guwahati, Assam, reports The Times of India. Ali was a main link in forming a network in B
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 18 arrested an absconder— Mohammad Akbar Ali in September 2015 Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) case, from Guwahati, Assam, reports The Times of India. Ali was a main link in forming a network in Bangalore which was involved in trafficking and circulating of the FICN. The earnings from circulation of FICNs were deposited into the bank accounts of accused persons and their associates based at Malda district of West Bengal.
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October - 18 
Unidentified persons set ablaze a Common Facility Centre in Brakpora village of Anantnag District late on October 18, reports Daily Excelsior. The Centre is adjacent to the Panchayat(village level local Self-Government institution) Ghar. Fire tenders
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Unidentified persons set ablaze a Common Facility Centre in Brakpora village of Anantnag District late on October 18, reports Daily Excelsior. The Centre is adjacent to the Panchayat(village level local Self-Government institution) Ghar. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot and fire was put off but not before damaging the building.
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October - 18 
Five militants of Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) were arrested on October 18 while they were conducting a secret meeting in a house in Domar of Nilphamari District in Rangpur Division, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees were identified as A
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Five militants of Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) were arrested on October 18 while they were conducting a secret meeting in a house in Domar of Nilphamari District in Rangpur Division, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees were identified as Abdul Jalil, 45, Rashida Begum, 35, Sonia Begum, 35, Sumi Akhtar, 28, Saiful Islam, 30. Several cell phones, SIM cards and jihadi books were also recovered from their possession.
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October - 18 
Police officials are looking for 17 people with probable links to the four militant suspects -- two arrested and two killed -- in recent raids on two hideouts in Narsingdi District, reports Daily Star. Of the 17, officers on October 18 said they hav
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Police officials are looking for 17 people with probable links to the four militant suspects -- two arrested and two killed -- in recent raids on two hideouts in Narsingdi District, reports Daily Star. Of the 17, officers on October 18 said they have details of two, Rakibul Hasan and Al Amin, who had visited one of the hideouts recently.
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October - 18 
A Pakistani family having links with IS was arrested in an operation in Bandar area of Achin District of Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 18. Pakistani man identified as Mohammad Afzal, who is originally a resident of Lahore City,
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A Pakistani family having links with IS was arrested in an operation in Bandar area of Achin District of Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 18. Pakistani man identified as Mohammad Afzal, who is originally a resident of Lahore City, was arrested with his wife and two children as they were trying to return to Pakistan.
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October - 18 
Commander of United States (US) and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Forces in Afghanistan General Austin Scott Miller said that he was not the target in October 18 attack in Kandahar Province which led to the death of two senior Afghans Sec
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Commander of United States (US) and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Forces in Afghanistan General Austin Scott Miller said that he was not the target in October 18 attack in Kandahar Province which led to the death of two senior Afghans Security Officials, reports Tolo News.
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October - 18 
Four Taliban militants were killed and 12 others were injured in a clash between Afghan Security Forces in Qashqar region of Chamtal District of Balkh Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 18.
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Four Taliban militants were killed and 12 others were injured in a clash between Afghan Security Forces in Qashqar region of Chamtal District of Balkh Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 18.
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October - 18 
Kandahar Police Chief General Abdul Raziq, Kandahar National Directorate of Security (NDS) Chief General Abdul Momin Hussain Khel and one civilian were killed and Governor TooryalaiWeesa and his Spokesman Aziz Ahmad Azizi and two other US nationals w
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Kandahar Police Chief General Abdul Raziq, Kandahar National Directorate of Security (NDS) Chief General Abdul Momin Hussain Khel and one civilian were killed and Governor TooryalaiWeesa and his Spokesman Aziz Ahmad Azizi and two other US nationals were injured in the shooting attack conducted by Taliban during a high-level meeting with North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and United States (US) Forces Commander in Afghanistan General Scott Miller in Kandahar City (District) the capital of Kandahar Province on October 18, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. Pajhwok reporter in Kandahar Bashir Ahmad Naadim said the meeting at the Governor’s house was attended by the NATO commander, the Governor, Military, Police and Intelligence Chiefs. “When the meeting ended, some officials talked with reporters briefly and when the officials started leaving, a gunfire broke out. It created panic and people started running in all directions.” Earlier, Naadim said the fire erupted as soon as the NATO Commander left the meeting room and proceeded towards his helicopter. Khaama Press adds that the attack was carried out an infiltrator of the Abu Dujana faction of Taliban. A NATO stated that “There was a situation at the Kandahar palace today. Initial reports indicate this was an Afghan-on-Afghan incident. Two Americans were wounded in the cross-fire and they have been medically evacuated.
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October - 18 
One key Taliban ‘commander’ was killed during a clash with Security Forces in Hazrat Sultan District of Samangan Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 18.
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One key Taliban ‘commander’ was killed during a clash with Security Forces in Hazrat Sultan District of Samangan Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 18.
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October - 18 
Three Education Department Officials were abducted in an unspecified District of Logar Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 18.
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Three Education Department Officials were abducted in an unspecified District of Logar Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 18.
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October - 18 
Three suicide vests were recovered by NDS operatives in Bati Kot district of Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 18.
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Three suicide vests were recovered by NDS operatives in Bati Kot district of Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 18.
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October - 18 
Twelve Islamic State (IS) militants including a ‘shadow judge’ of IS, Waliullah Mansoralais Yasir were killed and four hideouts destroyed in operations conducted by Special Operations Forces of National Directorate of Security (NDS) in Jamal Khel, De
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Twelve Islamic State (IS) militants including a ‘shadow judge’ of IS, Waliullah Mansoralais Yasir were killed and four hideouts destroyed in operations conducted by Special Operations Forces of National Directorate of Security (NDS) in Jamal Khel, Deewana Baba, Kandar, and Chenar Kali areas of Achin District of Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 18.
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October - 18 
Two BM1 type rockets were recovered and defused by Afghan National Police (ANP) in Paghman District in Kabul Province, reports Khaama Press on October 18.
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Two BM1 type rockets were recovered and defused by Afghan National Police (ANP) in Paghman District in Kabul Province, reports Khaama Press on October 18.
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October - 19 
A team of Special Task Force (STF) of Bihar Police arrested top Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Ramswarup Yadav (60),who was accused of looting rifles and ammunitions after killing 10 commandos of first battalion of Bihar Military
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A team of Special Task Force (STF) of Bihar Police arrested top Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Ramswarup Yadav (60),who was accused of looting rifles and ammunitions after killing 10 commandos of first battalion of Bihar Military Police (BMP) in March 2010, from Konch in Gaya District of Bihar on October 19, reports The Times of India.STF sources said the BMP commandos were guarding a hawan spot when they came under attack from Yadav’s cadre who had planned it with sole aim to loot arms and ammunitions from them. Yadav’s son Akhilesh Yadav (32) who is also a Maoist, was also arrested with him. Eight electric detonators and power gel rods, each, INR 26,700 levy money, two cell phones and a bike were seized from the duo’s possession.STF sources said that Yadav was altogether carrying INR 1.1 million reward on his head of which INR 1 million reward was declared by Jharkhand Government and rest INR 100,000 was declared by Bihar Government.“He was zonal commander of Madhya zone of Bihar and Jharkhand and was also the in-charge of Sone-Koyal sub-zone of CPI (Maoist),” STF sources said adding he became Maoist in 1990s.At least 50 Maoist cases are lodged against the arrested Maoist ‘commander’ with different Police Stations of Gaya and Aurangabad in Bihar and Palamu in Jharkhand. Akhilesh is also accused in several cases lodged with different Police Stations of Gaya and Aurangabad.
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October - 19 
Director General of Police (DGP) L.M. Khaute on October 19 stated that around 170 arms, 8077 ammunitions and explosives were recovered in the state during past one year, reports Imphal Free Press.
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Director General of Police (DGP) L.M. Khaute on October 19 stated that around 170 arms, 8077 ammunitions and explosives were recovered in the state during past one year, reports Imphal Free Press.
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October - 19 
Letters, seized during the searches, show that the Left-Wing activists arrested in the Elgar Parishad case had connections with some top Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)leaders, the prosecution told a court in Pune on October 19, reports
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Letters, seized during the searches, show that the Left-Wing activists arrested in the Elgar Parishad case had connections with some top Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)leaders, the prosecution told a court in Pune on October 19, reports The Pioneer.District Judge K D Vadane is currently hearing bail applications of activists Surendra Gadling, Shoma Sen, Vernon Gonsalves, Arun Ferreira and Sudha Bharadwaj, arrested in June and August this year (2018).Pune Police has evidence of their involvement in a larger conspiracy to undermine the sovereignty of India, public prosecutor Ujjwala Pawar said, opposing the bail pleas."The seized letters reveal a conspiracy of the banned CPI (Maoist) to abet frequent protests by instigating Dalit sentiments in various parts of the country," she said.The Maoists and their sympathisers thought that these protests will "gradually break down the law and order and it will have political ramifications," she added. Pawar also read out some letters allegedly referring to top Maoist leaders who carry rewards on their heads."One of the letters mentions 'comrade G', who has been identified as comrade Ganapathy, who is the general secretary of CPI (Maoist) and carries a bounty of Rs 1 crore on his head. Another letter has a mention of 'comrade M', who is comrade Dipak alias Milind Teltumbde (and) who carries a reward of Rs 40 lakh on his head," the prosecutor said.Police found Teltumbde’s photo on activist Rona Wilson's laptop, she said. Wilson was among the activists arrested in June.One of the letters from "comrade Prakash" to Gadling stated that the activist had been given the critical responsibility of recruiting young cadres to strengthen the bases where Maoists have suffered major setbacks, Pawar said.Gadling was also asked to procure explosives from a mining contractor in Bijapur, she said.Another letter said arrested activist Sudhir Dhawale was working with Maoist cadres Deepu and Mangalu to prepare for Elgar Parishad two months in advance, the prosecutor claimed.The sender of this letter instructed the accused to exploit the death of a youth in the violence at Bhima Koregaon on January 1 this year and instigate people against the government, Pawar said.Pawar also countered the defence's claim that the Indian Association of People's Lawyers (IAPL) is a reputed lawyers' body working for the marginalised people and not a Maoist front, as alleged by Police.Citing a seized letter, Pawar said that some underground Maoists attended a conference organised by the IAPL on the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act on June 24, 2017.
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October - 19 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) (NSCN-K) press release by ‘ministry of information and publicity’ (MIP) ‘in charge’, ‘major’ Joseph Lamkang stated that ‘We must understand that till we achieved full freedom, anti-revolutionaries and
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) (NSCN-K) press release by ‘ministry of information and publicity’ (MIP) ‘in charge’, ‘major’ Joseph Lamkang stated that ‘We must understand that till we achieved full freedom, anti-revolutionaries and their collaborations are bound to creep up from every corner. Yet despite all these odds, it is our hope and prayer that the spirit of one Naga nationalism prevail among all Nagas, reports Imphal Free Press on October 19.
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October - 19 
The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Gujarat has intercepted and arrested Sanjay Devaliya on October 19 and recovered the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth INR 1.52 lakh from his possession, in Junagadh District of Gujarat, reports NDTV. The reco
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The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Gujarat has intercepted and arrested Sanjay Devaliya on October 19 and recovered the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth INR 1.52 lakh from his possession, in Junagadh District of Gujarat, reports NDTV. The recovered FICNs were in the counts of 53 currency notes in denomination of INR 2,000, and 92 currency notes in denomination of INR 500. Reportedly, Sanjay bought FICNs from Farakka town of Murshidabad District in West Bengal, to distribute in Gujarat. The ATS Gujarat has filed a case under the relevant provisions in the law.
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October - 19 
Unidentified militants triggered a powerful blast at Kangpokpi District in the early hours of October 19, a few hours before Chief Minister (CM) N Biren Singh’s scheduled visit, reports Nagaland Post. The explosion went off at the District headquarte
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Unidentified militants triggered a powerful blast at Kangpokpi District in the early hours of October 19, a few hours before Chief Minister (CM) N Biren Singh’s scheduled visit, reports Nagaland Post. The explosion went off at the District headquarters where tightened security measures have been put into place in connection with the visit of CM and his cabinet. No causality was reported in the incident. Imphal Free Press adds that no militant group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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October - 19 
Train service remained suspended for several hours between Quetta and the rest of the country on October 19 after twin bomb explosions at the main railway track near the Hirak area of Bolan District in Balochistan, reports Dawn.The Peshawar-bound Ja
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Train service remained suspended for several hours between Quetta and the rest of the country on October 19 after twin bomb explosions at the main railway track near the Hirak area of Bolan District in Balochistan, reports Dawn.The Peshawar-bound Jaffar Express narrowly escaped the explosions, which were reportedly planned by unknown militants.Security officials said two explosive devices were planted at the main track between Mach and Hirak stations. The bombs were detonated with brief intervals, destroying the track in the process.
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October - 19 
An Imam (priest) was killed by unidentified assailants in Chakhansor District of Nimroz Province on October 19, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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An Imam (priest) was killed by unidentified assailants in Chakhansor District of Nimroz Province on October 19, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 19 
Elections in Kandahar have been postponed for a week by Independent Election Commission (IEC) on recommendation of the Kandahar tribes, reports Khaama Press on October 19.
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Elections in Kandahar have been postponed for a week by Independent Election Commission (IEC) on recommendation of the Kandahar tribes, reports Khaama Press on October 19.
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October - 19 
Taliban militants attempted an attack on electoral material in Sangpar area in Shibar District of Bamyan Province on October 19, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. Mohammad Azim Farid, Shibar district chief said that Taliban were firing from nearby mountai
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Taliban militants attempted an attack on electoral material in Sangpar area in Shibar District of Bamyan Province on October 19, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. Mohammad Azim Farid, Shibar district chief said that Taliban were firing from nearby mountains but reinforcements from Bamyan City were on way to pushing the insurgents back and reopen the road that was blocked as result of clash.If the road does not reopen, election would not hold in two polling stations.
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October - 19 
Three persons have been arrested on suspicion in connection with the assassination of senior Afghans Security Officials conducted by Taliban on October 18, reports Khaama Press on October 19.
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Three persons have been arrested on suspicion in connection with the assassination of senior Afghans Security Officials conducted by Taliban on October 18, reports Khaama Press on October 19.
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October - 20 
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was killed and another wounded in a grenade attack on October 20, near Nagamapal Phougeisangbam Leikai in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. The CRPF trooper killed has been identified as Um
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A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was killed and another wounded in a grenade attack on October 20, near Nagamapal Phougeisangbam Leikai in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. The CRPF trooper killed has been identified as Umesh M Helavar while the wounded has been identified as N. Ramarajan. CRPF officials claimed that militant suspected attacked the truck carrying the jawans by hurling a grenade into the truck.
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October - 20 
Alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze nine vehicles of a construction company at Jhanpa in Hazaribagh District of Jharkhand on October 20, reports Devdiscourse News.The Jamshedpur-based construction company is engaged
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Alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze nine vehicles of a construction company at Jhanpa in Hazaribagh District of Jharkhand on October 20, reports Devdiscourse News.The Jamshedpur-based construction company is engaged in the INR 1 billion renovation work of the state-owned Baksha Dam irrigation canal, located about 7 kilometres from Hazaribagh. Police said that about 30 masked men, suspected to be members of CPI-Maoist raided the Baksha irrigation canal area, locked in about 24 labourers and set ablaze the vehicles, the Police said.Seven trucks of the construction company were completely gutted, while two others were partially damaged, said Superintendent of Police (SP), Mayur Patel Kanhaiyalall.The Maoists freed the labourers before leaving and ordered them to tell the Police if asked, that Maoists had damaged the properties, the SP said.
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October - 20 
Part of taking up preventative measures following the grenade attacka joint police team conducted a mass combine search operation at DharmasalaThangal Bazar in Imphal West on October 20, reports Imphal Free Press. The operation was conducted at aroun
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Part of taking up preventative measures following the grenade attacka joint police team conducted a mass combine search operation at DharmasalaThangal Bazar in Imphal West on October 20, reports Imphal Free Press. The operation was conducted at around 3 pm where 1150 persons were verified. Out of the total, 37 persons were picked up for further questioning.
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October - 20 
The accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, including Lieutenant Colonel Prasad Purohit and Pragya Singh, will face trial under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, reports Indian Express on October 20. A special court on October 20 rejected th
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The accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, including Lieutenant Colonel Prasad Purohit and Pragya Singh, will face trial under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, reports Indian Express on October 20. A special court on October 20 rejected their pleas on the applicability of the anti-terror law against them. In September, court had begun hearing arguments by the accused on the validity of the sanction under the Act to prosecute them. The accused had claimed that the Bombay High Court had directed that ‘reasonable opportunity’ should be given to them before charges are framed. In December last year, a special court had said that while sections under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) should be dropped, the accused will face charges under UAPA and other sections of the Indian Penal Code including murder and criminal conspiracy.National Investigation Agency (NIA), through special public prosecutor AvinashRasal, had submitted that the sanction was valid and that charges under the anti-terror law applied in the case. The NIA, which had taken over the probe from the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad, said that the issue of validity of the sanction can be decided by the court during the trial.
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October - 20 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 20 arrested Ashraf Khandey—an absconder in 2016 Nagrota Army Camp attack, from Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi, reports The Hindu. Allegedly, Ashraf was trying to leave for Saudi A
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 20 arrested Ashraf Khandey—an absconder in 2016 Nagrota Army Camp attack, from Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi, reports The Hindu. Allegedly, Ashraf was trying to leave for Saudi Arabia via Sri Lanka, said an NIA official [unnamed]. Ashraf Khandey had his alleged involvement in the terrorist attack on the Army Camp in Nagrota, Jammu on November 29, 2016, in which seven Army personnel including two officers were killed and three others were injured.
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October - 20 
The results for Urban Local Bodies (ULB) elections held in four phases (October 8, 10, 13, 16) in Jammu and Kashmir were declared on October 20, reports Daily Excelsior. Out of 1,441 wards in 79 Municipal Committees, Independents won 363 in wards, fo
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The results for Urban Local Bodies (ULB) elections held in four phases (October 8, 10, 13, 16) in Jammu and Kashmir were declared on October 20, reports Daily Excelsior. Out of 1,441 wards in 79 Municipal Committees, Independents won 363 in wards, followed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP, 312 wards), Indian National Congress (INC, 267 wards), Jammu and Kashmir Nationalist Panthers Party (JKNPP, 13 wards and other three wards.
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October - 20 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an exchange of fire between them and the Police in the forests of Madpal in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh late on October 20, reports TelanganaToday. According to Police sour
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an exchange of fire between them and the Police in the forests of Madpal in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh late on October 20, reports TelanganaToday. According to Police sources, a team of Bijapur District Reserve Guard (DRG) was conducting combing operations in the area since Thursday (October 18) following information on Naxals [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] movement in the forests. On Saturday (October 20), the Police came across an armed team of Maoists in Madpal forests under Mirtur Police Station limits. The Police had to react by firing at the Naxals, who fired at the Police team, Superintendent of Police (SP), Mohit Garg said.After the encounter was over, the Police recovered three bodies of the Naxals, a .303 rifle, live rounds, tiffin bomb, cortex detonating cord, revolutionary literature and other material.The deceased Maoists were said to be of Madpal-Bechapal area platoon and their identity are yet to be ascertained. It was also learned that on Friday (October 19) the Police had destroyed two Maoist camps in Indravati National Park area in the District.
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October - 20 
Two Army soldiers were killed in a targeted attack carried out by the militants in Walma Langar Khel area of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 20, reports Times of India.The incident took place in Walma Langar Khel area where
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Two Army soldiers were killed in a targeted attack carried out by the militants in Walma Langar Khel area of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 20, reports Times of India.The incident took place in Walma Langar Khel area where the twopersonnel had gone to fetch water. Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed the responsibility of the attack.
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October - 20 
Police arrested seven militants of Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) from Faridganj in Chandpur District of Chittagong Division on October 20, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Kawsar Hamid, 19, Mahmudur Rahman, 24, Rashedul Islam, 25, Kamrul Hasa
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Police arrested seven militants of Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) from Faridganj in Chandpur District of Chittagong Division on October 20, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Kawsar Hamid, 19, Mahmudur Rahman, 24, Rashedul Islam, 25, Kamrul Hasan, 27, Niyamat Ullah, 26, Habibur Rahman 30, and Fazlul Karim, 30.
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October - 20 
Minister of Interior Wais Barmak on October 20 stated that 192 security incidents had been reported countrywide during the parliamentary elections, reports Tolo News. Interior Minister Wais Barmak said that these included a number of different types
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Minister of Interior Wais Barmak on October 20 stated that 192 security incidents had been reported countrywide during the parliamentary elections, reports Tolo News. Interior Minister Wais Barmak said that these included a number of different types of incidents including grenade and IED explosions. Minister Wais Barmak said at least 17 civilians were killed and 83 civilians wounded in these incidents and there had been 1,700 threats issued. The Minister further said that 10 policemen were killed and one Afghan National Army soldier was killed. Seventeen security forces were wounded throughout the day.
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October - 20 
Taliban chopped fingers of civilian for voting at Lashkargah City on his way back in an unspecified District in Helmand Province on October 20, reports Tolo News.
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Taliban chopped fingers of civilian for voting at Lashkargah City on his way back in an unspecified District in Helmand Province on October 20, reports Tolo News.
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October - 20 
The shadow ‘district administrative chief’ of the Taliban for Hesarak district Abdul Jabar was killed in an airstrike of the United States (US)-led coalition forces at Jokan area on October 20, reports Khaama Press.
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The shadow ‘district administrative chief’ of the Taliban for Hesarak district Abdul Jabar was killed in an airstrike of the United States (US)-led coalition forces at Jokan area on October 20, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 21 
According to Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti (KMSS) leader Akhil Gogoi at least 40 organizations belonging to different ‘indigenous communities’ have called for a dawn-to-dusk bandh on October 23 opposing the proposed Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2016,
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According to Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti (KMSS) leader Akhil Gogoi at least 40 organizations belonging to different ‘indigenous communities’ have called for a dawn-to-dusk bandh on October 23 opposing the proposed Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2016, reports Northeast Today on October 21. He said the Assam Jatiyatabadi Yuva Chatra Parishad (AJYCP) and 40 other organizations have joined hands to call the shutdown. Gogoi also demanded the Assam government to stop the proposed convention being organized by an umbrella organization of Hindu Bengalis on November 17 supporting the Citizenship Bill. He warned that there would be serious repercussions if the Hindu Bengalis are allowed to hold the convention.
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October - 21 
At least 15 to 20 HNLC cadres are still camping in Bangladesh and police expect that they may also come over ground in the days to come following the example of HNLC general secretary CheristerfieldThangkhiew, reports The Shillong Times on October 21
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At least 15 to 20 HNLC cadres are still camping in Bangladesh and police expect that they may also come over ground in the days to come following the example of HNLC general secretary CheristerfieldThangkhiew, reports The Shillong Times on October 21. According to official sources, the HNLC militants have some weapons but are not being able to surrender with arms as they may be caught while moving out of Bangladesh.The surrender of Thangkhiew comes more than 10 years after the chairman of HNLC Julius Dorphang came over ground.According to police, a few of the remaining cadres are under the control of HNLC commander-in-chief Bobby Marwein.
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October - 21 
Director General of Police (DGP), R P Sharma, on October 21,lauding the efforts of Odisha Police said the State has achieved significant success in the ongoing anti-Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) operations in the country and killed 15
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Director General of Police (DGP), R P Sharma, on October 21,lauding the efforts of Odisha Police said the State has achieved significant success in the ongoing anti-Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) operations in the country and killed 15 hardcore extremists in the past one year, reports Odishabytes.com.“The Odisha Police has tasted unprecedented success and engaged in 24 gun-battles between October 22, 2017, and October 18, 2018, killing 15 hardcore members of CPI (Maoist). Those include two Divisional Committee and six Area Committee members,” Sharma said at a function to observe the 59th Police Commemoration Day at State Police Headquarters in Cuttack District. The DGP also informed that during the said period 45 Maoists were arrested while 28 other radicals surrendered before the Police. A total of 38 firearms, including 19 sophisticated weapons, besides huge quantities of ammunition and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were seized from the Maoists.“One policeman (Sanjay Majhi) became a martyr. The police suffered no other loss during the period,” the top cop said, in his address. “Because of the timely action of our security personnel the situation has considerably improved in the Left wing extremism-affected areas barring a few,” he noted.
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October - 21 
Governor Satya Pal Malik on October 21 favoured holding of early Assembly elections in the State, saying he does not think a popular Government can be formed out of the present House after the collapse, reports Daily Excelsior. Malik said that Govern
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Governor Satya Pal Malik on October 21 favoured holding of early Assembly elections in the State, saying he does not think a popular Government can be formed out of the present House after the collapse, reports Daily Excelsior. Malik said that Government can’t be formed out of the present Assembly.
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October - 21 
Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has appointed its ‘publicity secretary’SaiñkuparNongtraw as the ‘acting general secretary’, reports Northeast Today on October 21. The move came after the then HNLC ‘general secretary’ CherishterfieldTha
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Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has appointed its ‘publicity secretary’SaiñkuparNongtraw as the ‘acting general secretary’, reports Northeast Today on October 21. The move came after the then HNLC ‘general secretary’ CherishterfieldThangkhiewsurrendered to authorities on October 18. The ‘acting general secretary’ in a statement said that HNLC has accepted CherishterfieldThangkhiew’soffer to act as the ‘negotiator’ to bring the outfit to the negotiations table. Nongtraw stated that outfit has nothing to speak against Thanghiew whom they claimed that he had decided to retire as the leader of the group. The ‘acting generalsecretary’ stated that He (Thangkhiew) was a good and a courageous leader. His contribution towards the cause of outfit will not be wasted. He is part of the history for being the founding member of the outfit’. The surrender of the ‘general secretary’ is believed to be a major blow to the Khasi secessionist outfit which now is left with its military wing commander Bobby Reagan Marweiñ who is hiding in Bangladesh with few of his trusted lieutenants.
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October - 21 
Militants fired a UBGL grenade at 180 battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Midoora in the Tral area of Pulwama District injuring one CRPF personal on October 21, reports Daily Excelsior. He later succumbed to injuries.
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Militants fired a UBGL grenade at 180 battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Midoora in the Tral area of Pulwama District injuring one CRPF personal on October 21, reports Daily Excelsior. He later succumbed to injuries.
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October - 21 
Seven civilians were killed and at least 43 others injured after a gunfight at Laroo village in Kulgam District ended in the killing of three militants of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) in the morning of October 21, reports Daily Excelsior. Two soldiers were
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Seven civilians were killed and at least 43 others injured after a gunfight at Laroo village in Kulgam District ended in the killing of three militants of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) in the morning of October 21, reports Daily Excelsior. Two soldiers were also injured during the gunbattle between the Security Forces (SFs) and the militants. The slain militants were identified as Shahid Ahmad Tantary, son of Abdul Rashid Tantary of village Wangam, Shopian; Zubair Ahmad Lone son of Manzoor Ahmad Lone of Ahwatoo, Kulgam; and Yazil Ahmad Makroo son of Mushtaq Ahmad of Arwani, Bijbehara in Anantnag District. Arms and ammunition were also recovered from the encounter site. According to reports, the SFs cordoned off Laroo village in the night of October 20 after inputs about presence of militants in the village. During searches in the village, militants fired upon the troops leading to a gun battle in which two soldiers were injured. SFs fired UBGL grenades during the gun battle to blast off the house in which militants were hiding. Three militants were killed in the encounter which lasted for several hours. Clashes broke out during the gun battle as the stone pelting protesters gathered in the village and targeted SFs. At least two dozen persons were injured in pellet and tear gas firing. As soon as the encounter ended and SFs left the spot along with the dead bodies of the three militants, the residents in large numbers visited the encounter site during which an unexploded UBGL went off leading to injures to around one dozen persons. Seven of them succumbed to injuries later.
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October - 21 
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on October 21 has arrested—Mansoor Ahmed Mir, in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for his alleged involved in Narcoterrorism, reports The Times of India. Mir was a key man in a network to smuggle heroin from Pa
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The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on October 21 has arrested—Mansoor Ahmed Mir, in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for his alleged involved in Narcoterrorism, reports The Times of India. Mir was a key man in a network to smuggle heroin from Pakistan to India via Gujarat Coast. The funds obtained from the smuggling and selling of heroin were used to finance the activities of terrorist group Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) in Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir (PoK). Being a walnut and carpet trader, Mir used to buy walnuts and carpets at grossly inflated prices from a trader in PoK, and then passed on the money from drug sales to JeM operatives. After his arrest, Mir was brought to Ahmedabad (Gujarat) by a special flight, said an ATS official [unnamed].
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October - 21 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) visited Shamli district in Uttar Pradesh to interrogate three pro-Khalistan group [unspecified] members— Karam Singh, Gurujant aka Jenta, and Amreet aka Amrit, reports The Times of India on October 21. Local Co
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) visited Shamli district in Uttar Pradesh to interrogate three pro-Khalistan group [unspecified] members— Karam Singh, Gurujant aka Jenta, and Amreet aka Amrit, reports The Times of India on October 21. Local Court in Shamli district had given a 10 day Police remand of all three accused, said Superintendent of Police (SP) of Shamli Dinesh Kumar P.
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October - 21 
The West Zone Task Force (WZTF) on October 21 arrested four men— Jayesh Patel aka Athul (43), Vanraj (29), Ashwin Patel (48), and Naveen (40) from two separate locations in Ramkote in Hyderabad District of Telangana, and recovered INR 2.54 crore of a
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The West Zone Task Force (WZTF) on October 21 arrested four men— Jayesh Patel aka Athul (43), Vanraj (29), Ashwin Patel (48), and Naveen (40) from two separate locations in Ramkote in Hyderabad District of Telangana, and recovered INR 2.54 crore of alleged Hawala (illegal money transfer) money from their possession, reports Deccan Chronicle. On October 21, Jayesh informed Vanraj and Ashwin to deliver the hawala money to a person [unspecified] in Ramkote. Further investigation is on-going, said Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) of Commissioner’s Task Force P. Radhakrishna Rao.
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October - 21 
Three Army soldiers and two infiltrating militants were killed and another trooper injured in a gunbattle along the Line of Control (LoC) at Keri Bhattal on Akhnoor-Sunderbani border in Rajouri District in the afternoon of October 21, reports Daily E
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Three Army soldiers and two infiltrating militants were killed and another trooper injured in a gunbattle along the Line of Control (LoC) at Keri Bhattal on Akhnoor-Sunderbani border in Rajouri District in the afternoon of October 21, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said that slain infiltrators appeared to be members of Pakistan’s Border Action Team (BAT) and their number was believed to be more than two. However, after the killing of their two associates, rest of the militants seemed to have retreated to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK).
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October - 21 
Government is taking measures to release 79 acres of land in the Northern and Eastern Provinces to original owners, reports Colombo Page on October 21. Plans are in progress to release a 23-acre block of land in Mullikulam, Mannar, a block of 53 acre
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Government is taking measures to release 79 acres of land in the Northern and Eastern Provinces to original owners, reports Colombo Page on October 21. Plans are in progress to release a 23-acre block of land in Mullikulam, Mannar, a block of 53 acres of land in Mullivaikal, Mullaitivu held in the custody of the Sri Lanka Navy and a 3-acre block of land in Thoppur, Trincomalee where the 224 Brigade Headquarters of the Sri Lanka Army has been established, to the original owners of the lands, a statement on Cabinet decisions said. Also, in order to enable the people to be resettled in those areas to maintain sustainable livelihood activities, three small tanks so identified will be renovated while developing the infrastructure facilities in such areas and handing them over to the original owners. Accordingly, a proposal made by Minister of Resettlement, Rehabilitation, Northern Development & Hindu Religious Affairs D.M. Swaminathan to re‑establish such facilities enabling to release the lands being occupied by the Tri‑Forces and to secure the funds required for the development of infrastructure facilities in the areas, was approved by the Cabinet.
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October - 21 
11 civilians of the same family were killed and one child was injured in a roadside explosion, and two Afghan Special Forces Soldiers were injured in a follow-up explosion in Makrana village of Achin District of Nangarhar Province on October 21, repo
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11 civilians of the same family were killed and one child was injured in a roadside explosion, and two Afghan Special Forces Soldiers were injured in a follow-up explosion in Makrana village of Achin District of Nangarhar Province on October 21, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 21 
At least eleven people, all belonging to a single family, were killed in an explosion triggered by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Mamand Dara area of Achin district on October 21, reports Khaama Press. The deceased include a woman and six
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At least eleven people, all belonging to a single family, were killed in an explosion triggered by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Mamand Dara area of Achin district on October 21, reports Khaama Press. The deceased include a woman and six children.
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October - 21 
Five civilians were killed and two children were injured by National Directorate of Security (NDS) in Balabagh locality of the Surkhrod District in Nangarhar Province on October 21, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Five civilians were killed and two children were injured by National Directorate of Security (NDS) in Balabagh locality of the Surkhrod District in Nangarhar Province on October 21, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 21 
Four polling observers were abducted by unknown assailants in Nahr-i-Shahi District of Balkh Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 21.
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Four polling observers were abducted by unknown assailants in Nahr-i-Shahi District of Balkh Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 21.
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October - 21 
Independent Election Commission (IEC) on October 21 said around four million individuals or 45 percent of the registered voters took part the Wolesi Jirga elections, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Independent Election Commission (IEC) on October 21 said around four million individuals or 45 percent of the registered voters took part the Wolesi Jirga elections, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 21 
The Outgoing Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen on October 21 has lost a ‘legal challenge’ filed against the Election Commission over the result of September 2018 Presidential elections’ result, reports Avas. In a verdict, the five Judge Supreme Cour
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The Outgoing Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen on October 21 has lost a ‘legal challenge’ filed against the Election Commission over the result of September 2018 Presidential elections’ result, reports Avas. In a verdict, the five Judge Supreme Court bench has stated that despite the concerns of vote rigging and electoral fraud, President Yameen had failed to provide sufficient claims to back his claims. President Yameen had lost the September 23 election by a margin of 16 percent to opposition alliance Presidential candidate— Ibrahim Mohamed Solih. The election result was widely accepted by India, United States (US), China, and the European Union (EU).
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October - 22 
A rocket propelled grenade (RPG) was recovered at a place along the Imphal-Moreh section of National Highway (NH)-102 near Moreh town in Tegnoupal District on October 22, reports Nagaland Post. Police suspect the RPG was planted by militants actively
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A rocket propelled grenade (RPG) was recovered at a place along the Imphal-Moreh section of National Highway (NH)-102 near Moreh town in Tegnoupal District on October 22, reports Nagaland Post. Police suspect the RPG was planted by militants actively operating in the border town.
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October - 22 
Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said on October 22 stated the State Government is yet to decide whether it wants former Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) ‘general secretary’ Cherishstarfield Thangkhiew as a mediator for bringing o
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Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said on October 22 stated the State Government is yet to decide whether it wants former Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) ‘general secretary’ Cherishstarfield Thangkhiew as a mediator for bringing other members of the outfit to the negotiation table, reports The Shillong Times. “The former HNLC general secretary will be apprised about starting the initiative for negotiation if the government finally decides on the issue of appointing a mediator,” Prestone Tynsong said.
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October - 22 
Director General of Police (DGP) in Charge of Meghalaya on October 22 stated that the remaining cadres of the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) ‘are looking for something from the government’ before they decide to come over gr
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Director General of Police (DGP) in Charge of Meghalaya on October 22 stated that the remaining cadres of the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) ‘are looking for something from the government’ before they decide to come over ground, reports The Sentinel on October 23. According to the DGP, ‘Police cannot decide on any safe passage for these HNLC cadres but if anything, it has to be a political decision’.
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October - 22 
On October 22, a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) female militant Thingbaijam Ningol Sumila Devi was arrested from Lamlai in Imphal East District, reports Imphal Free Press.
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On October 22, a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) female militant Thingbaijam Ningol Sumila Devi was arrested from Lamlai in Imphal East District, reports Imphal Free Press.
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October - 22 
Police arrested a top cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from Tisari area under Tisari Police Stationin Giridih District on October 22, reports The Pioneer. The arrested Maoist has been identified as Madho Marandi, a resident o
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Police arrested a top cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from Tisari area under Tisari Police Stationin Giridih District on October 22, reports The Pioneer. The arrested Maoist has been identified as Madho Marandi, a resident of Kabri village of the Giridih District, Police said. Police couldn't recover anything from him. Superintendent of Police (SP), of Giridih, Surendra Kumar Jha said that the arrested has admitted his involvement in dozen cases related with Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] activities in around Giridih and other Districts.
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October - 22 
Public Action Committee (PAC) of the Naga Council Dimapur (NCD) on October 22 informed that a public rally would be organised in Dimapur city on October 31 against multiple ‘taxation’, reports Nagaland Post. The rally will also raise issues like leas
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Public Action Committee (PAC) of the Naga Council Dimapur (NCD) on October 22 informed that a public rally would be organised in Dimapur city on October 31 against multiple ‘taxation’, reports Nagaland Post. The rally will also raise issues like lease syndicate system and illegal collections by different organizations and ‘government departments’.
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October - 22 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has called upon the people in villages of Chhattisgarh to chase away Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates in the ensuing Assembly elections, through posters and pamphlets which surfaced at different
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has called upon the people in villages of Chhattisgarh to chase away Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates in the ensuing Assembly elections, through posters and pamphlets which surfaced at different places in Dantewada District on October 22, reports Telangana Today. Describing BJP as anti-people, anti-nation and Hindu fascist party working for the benefit of corporate houses, the Maoists wanted that party rejected and elections boycotted. Similarly, the Maoist party asked voters to question the leaders of other political parties in people’s court. The pamphlets appealed the people to support the true democratic Janatana Sarkar ('people's government' unit)for a peaceful life without suppression of Security Forces.
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October - 22 
The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested three suspected terrorists from Toba Tek Singh on October 22, reports Daily Times. A CTD spokesman said that an intelligence-based operation was conducted in Gojra Bypass area in, during which three all
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The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested three suspected terrorists from Toba Tek Singh on October 22, reports Daily Times. A CTD spokesman said that an intelligence-based operation was conducted in Gojra Bypass area in, during which three alleged terrorists were apprehended along with explosives, three detonators and other material used in terrorist activities.
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October - 22 
Human Rights Watch (HRW) in a commentary released on October 22 urged Sri Lanka to amend the new draft Counter Terrorism Act (CTA) of 2018 that was presented to Parliament by the Government to replace the draconian Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA),
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Human Rights Watch (HRW) in a commentary released on October 22 urged Sri Lanka to amend the new draft Counter Terrorism Act (CTA) of 2018 that was presented to Parliament by the Government to replace the draconian Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), reports Colombo Page. HRW said "Parliament should amend the bill to fully comply with international human rights standards and resist pressure to roll back its reforms. The Sri Lankan government has finally addressed the torture-tarred Prevention of Terrorism Act, but the proposed law needs stronger human rights protections. Parliament should reject attempts to add abusive clauses and pass a bill that advances the rule of law."
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October - 22 
National Directorate of Security (NDS) Chief Masoom Stanikzai confirmed that 15 persons had been arrested in connection with the attack and added that the militant conducting the attack had managed to obtain a job as security guard of the Governor ba
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National Directorate of Security (NDS) Chief Masoom Stanikzai confirmed that 15 persons had been arrested in connection with the attack and added that the militant conducting the attack had managed to obtain a job as security guard of the Governor based on fake name, identity, and personal guarantees, report Khaama Press on October 22. According to Stanikzai, the findings of the NDS show that the attacker was in contact via telephone call with certain individuals on the other side of the Durand Line, just five minutes before the attack.
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October - 22 
One Czech North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Soldier was killed and two other Czech NATO Soldiers were injured in an insider attack in Shindad District of Herat Province on October 22, reports Khaama Press. Earlier South Asia Terrorism Portal
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One Czech North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Soldier was killed and two other Czech NATO Soldiers were injured in an insider attack in Shindad District of Herat Province on October 22, reports Khaama Press. Earlier South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported the incident on October 23.
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October - 22 
Pentagon said that United States (US) General Army Brigadier Jeffrey Smiley has sustained injuries in the assassination conducted by Taliban militants on Generla Raziq in Kandahar City (District) of Kandahar Province, reports Khaama Press on October
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Pentagon said that United States (US) General Army Brigadier Jeffrey Smiley has sustained injuries in the assassination conducted by Taliban militants on Generla Raziq in Kandahar City (District) of Kandahar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 22. Earlier South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) has reported the incident on October 19, in which General Abdul Raziq along with the Provincial Intelligence Chief General Abdul Momin Hussain Khel was killed.
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October - 22 
Thirteen Taliban militants including a ‘commander’ identified as Abdul Jabar were killed in a drone-strike conducted by Resolute Support Forces in Hesarak District of Nangarhar Province on October 22, reports Bakhtar News.
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Thirteen Taliban militants including a ‘commander’ identified as Abdul Jabar were killed in a drone-strike conducted by Resolute Support Forces in Hesarak District of Nangarhar Province on October 22, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 22 
Thirteen Taliban militants including a ‘commander’ identified as Qari Zabi were killed and 19 others were injured by Afghan National Defense Security Forces (ANDSF) after Taliban launched an attack in Sherin Tagab District of Faryab Province on Octob
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Thirteen Taliban militants including a ‘commander’ identified as Qari Zabi were killed and 19 others were injured by Afghan National Defense Security Forces (ANDSF) after Taliban launched an attack in Sherin Tagab District of Faryab Province on October 22, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 22 
Addressing a Press Conference, the Chairperson of the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) — Hassan Latheef has called to initiate the investigation against President Abdulla Yameen in multiple cases, such as suspicion of theft, corruption, and money lau
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Addressing a Press Conference, the Chairperson of the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) — Hassan Latheef has called to initiate the investigation against President Abdulla Yameen in multiple cases, such as suspicion of theft, corruption, and money laundering, and further prevent him to flee from the country, reports Maldives Times on October 22. The cases have been filed with the Maldives Police Service (MPS) and we [MDP] request the Police to start the investigation as soon as possible, said Latheef.
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October - 23 
A group of armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) allegedly killed a person suspecting him to be a ‘Police informer’ at Barubeda village under Maithili block of Malkangiri District of Odisha on October 23, reports Odisha Sun
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A group of armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) allegedly killed a person suspecting him to be a ‘Police informer’ at Barubeda village under Maithili block of Malkangiri District of Odisha on October 23, reports Odisha Sun Times.According to reports, around 20-25 Maoists raided the village, barged into the house of one Anantaram and dragged him outside. Accusing him of passing Maoists-related information to Police, the Maoists thrashed him on the village road.The rebels later took him to Dhakadarashi, about 10-15 kilometers away from the village, and killed him. The family members of the deceased found the body later in the next day morning.
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October - 23 
Around 300 people, who were evicted from their homes on October 19 following arson and ransacking at Lalitbazaar village of West Tripura District returned to their homes, reports Northeast Today on October 23. The evicted people were sheltered at Bha
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Around 300 people, who were evicted from their homes on October 19 following arson and ransacking at Lalitbazaar village of West Tripura District returned to their homes, reports Northeast Today on October 23. The evicted people were sheltered at Bhadramiship Para High School since October 19. According to Jirania Sub-divisional Magistrate (SDM),the affected have now returned home. Section 144 was imposed in and around the village for 48 hours after the incident. Police personnel were deployed in the area even after the restrictions were lifted.
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October - 23 
China denied allegations of sheltering Paresh Baruah of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) saying it adheres to the policy of non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries, reports Assam Tribune on October 23.
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China denied allegations of sheltering Paresh Baruah of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) saying it adheres to the policy of non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries, reports Assam Tribune on October 23.
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October - 23 
Exchange of fire took place between Police Forces and the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at two different places of Narayanpur District in Chhattisgarh on October 23, reports Pragativadi News. However, no casualties for bo
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Exchange of fire took place between Police Forces and the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at two different places of Narayanpur District in Chhattisgarh on October 23, reports Pragativadi News. However, no casualties for both sides has been reported so far.Superintendent of Police (SP), Jitendra Shukla informed that the police forces had launched a cordon and search operation in Toke-Kodenar area and Dhurbeda-Bukud in Narayanpur District.According to Police, the gun fight erupted after the Maoists opened fire on Police Forces while they were conducting a search operation. In retaliation, the Forces opened fire following which the Maoists fled the spot taking advantage of dense forest. As many as 327 bore rifles, INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) magazines and ammunition were recovered from the spot.
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October - 23 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Judge rejected NIA demand to take voice sample of Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Yamthong Haokip and Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) ‘chairman’ David Hangshing, reports Imphal Free Press on October 23.
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Judge rejected NIA demand to take voice sample of Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Yamthong Haokip and Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) ‘chairman’ David Hangshing, reports Imphal Free Press on October 23. Both are in Judicial Custody for arms missing case from armoury of Manipur Police. So far NIA have recovered 20 numbers of 9mm Auto 1A Pistols and five magazines which were stolen from the Arms Kote. The incident came to light when a complaint was lodged by former commandant of 2nd MR, P. Manjet to Imphal police station regarding the missing of arms and magazines from the Arms Kote between September 2016 and early 2017. In connection with the case, four senior officers of the state police including an IPS officer were suspended and have reported of arresting five suspects including two personnel of 2nd MR and suspected militants.
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October - 23 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) led by Yung Aung has reportedly appointed Nikki Sumi has been appointed as the ‘commander in chief’ of NSCN-K, reports Northeast Today on October 23. This development comes after Khango Konyak,
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) led by Yung Aung has reportedly appointed Nikki Sumi has been appointed as the ‘commander in chief’ of NSCN-K, reports Northeast Today on October 23. This development comes after Khango Konyak, the ‘impeached’ ‘chairman’ of the NSCN-K reportedly entered India through a remote village in eastern Nagaland from his base in neighbouring Myanmar on October 16. According to sources, the Aung faction of NSCN-K possesses relatively high numerical strength as compared to the Konyak faction. As per the latest reports, Khango Konyak is at Yongkhao village in Nagaland’s Mon district and sources also informed that talks with Naga civil society bodies are on in a bid to resume the ceasefire and peace talks with the Government of India.
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October - 23 
Pakistani troops on October 23 violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District with one of the shells landing inside the Brigade Headquarters in the Poonch town but causing no casualties, reports Daily Excelsior. “Pakistani
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Pakistani troops on October 23 violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District with one of the shells landing inside the Brigade Headquarters in the Poonch town but causing no casualties, reports Daily Excelsior. “Pakistani troops fired rocket propelled grenades (RPG) and small arms at around 1035 hours during ceasefire violation. One round landed on a barrel type store shelter in Poonch causing it to catch fire,” Jammu-based Defence spokesman Lt Col Devender Anand said. “Initial analysis indicates caliber of 105/106 mm RCL (recoilless gun). Further details are being ascertained,” he added. Earlier in the day, when the blast was reported inside the 93rd Brigade Headquarters at Moti Mahal in Poonch, the spokesman had said that it had nothing to do with cross-border shelling from Pakistan. However, Senior Superintendent of Police, Poonch, Rajiv Pandey later told reporters that initial investigation suggested that a bomb fired from across the border landed inside the brigade headquarters of the Army causing a minor fire. Meanwhile, as Pakistan violated ceasefire, one round of 82 mm mortar landed at Jhalas in Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch District in the evening of October 23, reports Daily Excelsior. “One muffled blast around 1800 hours was misconstrued as blast in the garrison,” the spokesman said adding there was no casualty reported. “Despite repeated calls for restraint and adherence to the ceasefire understanding of 2003 for maintaining peace and tranquility, Pakistan forces have carried out 1,591 incidents of unprovoked ceasefire violations along the LoC and IB in 2018 so far,” sources said.
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October - 23 
Police in West Garo Hills recently arrested a person after recovering substantial amount of arms and ammunitions during a vehicle search operation at Nengkalgre village in West Garo Hills District, reports The Shillong Times on October 23. The weapon
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Police in West Garo Hills recently arrested a person after recovering substantial amount of arms and ammunitions during a vehicle search operation at Nengkalgre village in West Garo Hills District, reports The Shillong Times on October 23. The weapons recovered include one 7.65mm pistol, one magazine, three rounds of 7.65mm of ammunition, half kilo gram of suspected explosive materials, two detonators with wires and one mobile phone.
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October - 23 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 23, 2018 has arrested—Shafeek Ahamed (30), a resident of Tamil Nadu, for his alleged assistance to Islamic State (IS) sympathiser—V.K. Shajahan aka Shajahan Velluva Kandy on obtaining the Indian pass
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 23, 2018 has arrested—Shafeek Ahamed (30), a resident of Tamil Nadu, for his alleged assistance to Islamic State (IS) sympathiser—V.K. Shajahan aka Shajahan Velluva Kandy on obtaining the Indian passport under the fake name of “Mohammed Ismail Mohideen” on the basis of forged documents, reports The Times of India. Shafeek was presented before the NIA Special Court in New Delhi where NIA received his remand for seven days for interrogation, read the statement released by the NIA.
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October - 23 
The Special Task Force (STF) of Bihar Police on October 23 has arrested four Arms smugglers—Deepak Singh, Praveen Kumar aka Toni, Chunchun Kumar, and Ramsevak Singh, from Simha Village in Begusarai district of Bihar, reports The Times of India. The S
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The Special Task Force (STF) of Bihar Police on October 23 has arrested four Arms smugglers—Deepak Singh, Praveen Kumar aka Toni, Chunchun Kumar, and Ramsevak Singh, from Simha Village in Begusarai district of Bihar, reports The Times of India. The STF team also recovered an AK-47 assault rifle, three live cartridges of AK-47, a country-made semi-automatic pistol, and two single barrel rifles from their possession, said an STF official [unnamed]. Reportedly, Deepak Singh was in contact of Maoists for selling the weapon for around INR 5 lakh. In between STF received intelligence input about Deepak’s attempt for selling the rifle after which a plan was chalked out to arrest him and seized the weapon.
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October - 23 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested from two Districts of Jharkhand on October 23, reports Devdiscourse News. Two Maoists were arrested in KhuntiDistrict and one in PalamuDistrict, Superintendent of Police(SP), Ash
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested from two Districts of Jharkhand on October 23, reports Devdiscourse News. Two Maoists were arrested in KhuntiDistrict and one in PalamuDistrict, Superintendent of Police(SP), Ashwani Kumar said.The two from Khunti, Lakshman Munda and Manay Munda, were arrested in a vehicle search operation of the Police. They had failed to provide documents of the bike they were riding on. They were involved in the killing of a tractor driver. The third Maoist identified as Guddan Singh, a Maoist ‘zonal commander’ - was arrested from Chainpur area of PalamuDistrict. Police seized one pistol and some cartridges from him.
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October - 23 
A former Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) commander Syed Khan Wazir alias Iqbal was seriously injured as a bomb went off near his vehicle in Miranshah area of North Waziristan District on October 23, reports The Express Tribune. Just months back, Iqb
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A former Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) commander Syed Khan Wazir alias Iqbal was seriously injured as a bomb went off near his vehicle in Miranshah area of North Waziristan District on October 23, reports The Express Tribune. Just months back, Iqbal had surrendered to the SFs.
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October - 23 
Four workers of an oil and gas exploration company were shot dead after being abducted from the Speen Wam area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on October 23, reports The Express Tribune.The workers – including a foreman, a dri
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Four workers of an oil and gas exploration company were shot dead after being abducted from the Speen Wam area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on October 23, reports The Express Tribune.The workers – including a foreman, a driver, an FC security guard and a labourer – belonged to Maripur Oil and Gas Exploration Company.They were shot by unidentified assailants and left to die in a vehicle which was also set on fire.The workers had been abducted while on their way to a field, according to the North Waziristan Deputy Commissioner.
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October - 23 
Pakistan on October 23 released Afghan Taliban’s former deputy chief Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar on the intervention of Qatar, reports The News. Mullah Baradar, one of the four top commanders who formed the Afghan Taliban in 1994, was captured by the
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Pakistan on October 23 released Afghan Taliban’s former deputy chief Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar on the intervention of Qatar, reports The News. Mullah Baradar, one of the four top commanders who formed the Afghan Taliban in 1994, was captured by the Pakistanisecurity agencies in 2010.He has been finally released from jail on the solicitation of the Government of Qatar.Mullah Baradaris believed to be the highest-ranking Afghan Taliban prisoner freed so far.
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October - 23 
Two Security Force (SF) personnel were injured in when unidentified militants attack a SF check post at Khola tehsil (revenue unit) in North Waziristan District on October 23, reports The Express Tribune. However, there were no reports of any arrest.
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Two Security Force (SF) personnel were injured in when unidentified militants attack a SF check post at Khola tehsil (revenue unit) in North Waziristan District on October 23, reports The Express Tribune. However, there were no reports of any arrest.
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October - 23 
Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Bhanu Bhakta Dhakal said the Ministry is holding consultations with the political leadership before finalizing the controversial bill to amend the Transitional Justice Act for making the law more wi
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Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Bhanu Bhakta Dhakal said the Ministry is holding consultations with the political leadership before finalizing the controversial bill to amend the Transitional Justice Act for making the law more widely acceptance, reports Kathmandu Post on October 23. “We are looking for consensus from different sectors so that the transitional justice process can go ahead smoothly. We are open even to an entirely new Act if required,” Minister Dhakal told the Post. He further said that the amendment concerning the two transitional justice bodies will be carried out based on Comprehensive Peace Agreement, the Supreme Court verdict, and basic principles of transitional justice, stakeholders’ suggestions, the ground reality, and feedback from the international community. The apex court in 2015 struck down a dozen provisions of the Enforced Disappearances Enquiry, Truth and Reconciliation Commission Act-2014, saying that they were inconsistent with the transitional justice norms and practices. Three years since the ruling, the Act is yet to be amended.
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October - 23 
Megapolis and Western Development Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka told the Cabinet on October 23 that the Government should launch diplomatic efforts to withdraw its co-sponsorship of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution on Sr
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Megapolis and Western Development Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka told the Cabinet on October 23 that the Government should launch diplomatic efforts to withdraw its co-sponsorship of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution on Sri Lanka, reports Daily Mirror. The Minister said this when the Cabinet discussed the Bill to set up the National Truth Commission and pointed out that the Government had taken several steps as far as reconciliation was concerned. He said the government should also make every effort to replace the current resolution. He cited the Office of Missing Persons, the Office for Reparation, and various commissions appointed during the former rule as steps taken in this direction. However, the Minister said there was no reciprocity from the other side.
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October - 23 
Minister of Sustainable Development, Wildlife and Regional Development Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka on October 23 said that it is not legal to pay reparations to those who tried to divide the country and engaged in illegal activities, reports Daily M
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Minister of Sustainable Development, Wildlife and Regional Development Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka on October 23 said that it is not legal to pay reparations to those who tried to divide the country and engaged in illegal activities, reports Daily Mirror. Minister Fonseka expressed this sentiment at a media briefing held this afternoon when he was asked about his views on the Reparations Bill. “LTTE were those who worked to divide the nation by taking up arms. It is a serious offence according to the Constitution. I don’t approve of paying compensation to them. However, if people are affected due to certain other reasons including while engaging in their official duties, such people can be compensated,” he said.
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October - 23 
Eight militants were killed and 12 others were injured in during a clash in Kamdish District of Nuristan Province, reports Khaama Press on October 23.
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Eight militants were killed and 12 others were injured in during a clash in Kamdish District of Nuristan Province, reports Khaama Press on October 23.
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October - 23 
Eleven Taliban militants including their ‘intelligence chief’ identified as Hafizullah and five Taliban ‘commanders’ were killed by Afghan National Army (ANA) in Surkhrod District of Nangarhar Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 23.
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Eleven Taliban militants including their ‘intelligence chief’ identified as Hafizullah and five Taliban ‘commanders’ were killed by Afghan National Army (ANA) in Surkhrod District of Nangarhar Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 23.
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October - 23 
Former National Directorate of Security (NDS) Chief Rahmatullah Nabil stated that a key member of Taliban’s Quetta Council Mullah Sherin had hatched and executed the assassination plan of Kandahar Police Chief General Abdul Raziq, reports Khaama Pres
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Former National Directorate of Security (NDS) Chief Rahmatullah Nabil stated that a key member of Taliban’s Quetta Council Mullah Sherin had hatched and executed the assassination plan of Kandahar Police Chief General Abdul Raziq, reports Khaama Press on October 23. In a statement posted online, Nabil said the attacker was trained in Al Hamza training center where suicide bombers are being trained under the supervision of Taj Mir who is also famous as Mawlavi Zabiullah. Nabil further added that Taj Mir has close links with the Haqqani Network and the military intelligence of Pakistan.
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October - 23 
One North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Personnel was killed and two other injured in an unspecified District of Herat Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 23.
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One North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Personnel was killed and two other injured in an unspecified District of Herat Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 23.
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October - 23 
President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani said on October 23 that the assassination plan of Police Chief of Kandahar General Abdul Raziq was made in Pakistan, reports Khaama Press.
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President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani said on October 23 that the assassination plan of Police Chief of Kandahar General Abdul Raziq was made in Pakistan, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 23 
Seventeen civilians were allegedly killed by Afghan Security Forces in an operation in Shahidano Mena in Rodat District of Nangarhar Province on October 23, reports Tolo News. In protest against the incident, families of the victims laid the bodies o
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Seventeen civilians were allegedly killed by Afghan Security Forces in an operation in Shahidano Mena in Rodat District of Nangarhar Province on October 23, reports Tolo News. In protest against the incident, families of the victims laid the bodies of the deceased next to the Jalalabad-Torkham highway on October 24.
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October - 23 
Terrorist Financing Targeting Center (TFTC) a seven-member body including United States (US), Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and United Arab Emirates (UAE) on October 23 designated nine individuals associated with the terrorist group, inc
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Terrorist Financing Targeting Center (TFTC) a seven-member body including United States (US), Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and United Arab Emirates (UAE) on October 23 designated nine individuals associated with the terrorist group, including those facilitating Iranian support to bolster the Taliban, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. “Iran’s provision of military training, financing, and weapons to the Taliban is yet another example of Tehran’s blatant regional meddling and support for terrorism,” US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said in a statement after TFTC made an announcement in this regard. Those designated are Mohammad Ebrahim Cowhide (also known as Jalal Valeri), Esma’il Razavi, Abdullah Samad Faroqui, Mohammad Daoud Muzzamil, Abdul Rahim Manan, Abdul Aziz (also known as Aziz Shah Zamani), Sadr Ibrahim, and Hafiz Majid pursuant. In addition, TFTC Member States also designated Naim Barich, who is managing the Taliban’s relationship with Iran. Naim Barich was previously designated by the US under the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act (Kingpin Act) on November 15, 2012. “The United States and our partners will not tolerate the Iranian regime exploiting Afghanistan to further their destabilizing behavior. Iran’s support to the Taliban stands in stark violation of United Nations Security Council Resolutions and epitomizes the regime’s utter disregard for fundamental international norms,” Mnuchin said. The inclusion of Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps – Qods Force (IRGC-QF) members supporting Taliban elements in this action highlights the scope of the Iranian regime’s malign activities and regionally destabilizing behavior, and furthers the U.S. maximum pressure campaign against Iran, the Treasury added.
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October - 23 
Three Taliban militants were injured in an air-strike conducted in Chehl Gaz area of Ozbin Valley of Surobi District of Kabul Province, reports Khaama Press on October 23.
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Three Taliban militants were injured in an air-strike conducted in Chehl Gaz area of Ozbin Valley of Surobi District of Kabul Province, reports Khaama Press on October 23.
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October - 23 
Twelve militants were killed and 15 others were injured during a clash in Nari district of Kunar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 23.
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Twelve militants were killed and 15 others were injured during a clash in Nari district of Kunar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 23.
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October - 23 
Wolesi Jirga candidates Zabet Amir Mohammad Dara Noori and Malak Qais Noor Agha Malakzai alleged on October 23 that voters were forces to vote for certain candidates during election in Dara-i-Noor District of Nangarhar Province, reports Pajhwok Afgha
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Wolesi Jirga candidates Zabet Amir Mohammad Dara Noori and Malak Qais Noor Agha Malakzai alleged on October 23 that voters were forces to vote for certain candidates during election in Dara-i-Noor District of Nangarhar Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 24 
A hidden cache of the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) was recovered on October 24 at in Rongbakgre and Nengmandalgre in East Garo Hills District, reports Northeast Today. The recovered items include an AK47 with broken trigger assembly, 1 SBML g
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A hidden cache of the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) was recovered on October 24 at in Rongbakgre and Nengmandalgre in East Garo Hills District, reports Northeast Today. The recovered items include an AK47 with broken trigger assembly, 1 SBML gun, 2 SBBL rifles, 7 pistols, 2 AK magazines, one .303 LMG magazine, 5 SLR magazines, 2 INSAS magazines, 7 pistol magazines, 3 mortar shells, 1 36 HE hand grenade, 2823 ammunition of various calibers, 2 remote control for IED, 11 time bomb circuits, 12 RC bomb circuits, 10 time bomb batteries, 3 walkie-talkie sets, 34 WT battery chargers, 20 WT set adapters, 6 WT set battery covers, 46 WT set headphones, 4 tactical pistol holster, 1 IED without detonator, Velcro tape rolls and GNLA demand pads. Earlier, in the same District, about 10 recoveries of hidden arms, allegedly stashed away by the deceased ‘commander in chief’ of GNLA, Sohan D Shira were made.
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October - 24 
A militant of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant identified as Lamhu Gonmei was arrested from Keithelmanbi Bazar in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press on October 24.
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A militant of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant identified as Lamhu Gonmei was arrested from Keithelmanbi Bazar in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press on October 24.
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October - 24 
After five days of interrogation of Jerman/German Singh—the mastermind to plot assassination of former Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Prakash Singh Badal, the Punjab Police arrested Jerman’s close relative—Ishwar Singh, from Balongi village of Sahibzada
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After five days of interrogation of Jerman/German Singh—the mastermind to plot assassination of former Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Prakash Singh Badal, the Punjab Police arrested Jerman’s close relative—Ishwar Singh, from Balongi village of Sahibzada Ajit Singh (S.A.S) Nagar district in Punjab, reports The Times of India on October 24. Also, from the information obtained during Jerman’s interrogation, the Police have recovered the dump of arms including .315 bore rifle, .32 bore pistol, and two .315 bore pistols from Jerman’s Maternal Grandparents’ residence in Bijalpur village in Samana city of Patiala district in Punjab, said Patiala’s Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) M.S. Sidhu.
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October - 24 
Assam Rifles (AR) on October 24 arrested two National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigwra (NDFB-S) militants from Kohima in Kohima District, reports Nagaland Post. The arrested militants were identified as ‘lance corporal’ BikiBasumatary and Nersw
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Assam Rifles (AR) on October 24 arrested two National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigwra (NDFB-S) militants from Kohima in Kohima District, reports Nagaland Post. The arrested militants were identified as ‘lance corporal’ BikiBasumatary and NerswnNarzary. One of the militant BikiBasumatary had infiltrated into Myanmar in 2014 and underwent three years training at the Thulu Camp of NDFB-S. He had come to Kohima with specific direction from his hierarchy for recruitment of new cadres and also to act as a linkup man between NSCN-K and NDFB-S. He was further instructed to facilitate movement of cadres from Assam to Myanmar through Kohima.
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October - 24 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) faction led by Yung Aung appealed to the Nagas not to be swayed by developments taking place in the ousted Khango group, reports Nagaland Post on October 24. In a statement by Nikki Sumi, the g
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) faction led by Yung Aung appealed to the Nagas not to be swayed by developments taking place in the ousted Khango group, reports Nagaland Post on October 24. In a statement by Nikki Sumi, the group under the leadership of Yung Aung clarified it did not have any problem whatsoever with the Khango group holding peace talks or entering into negotiations with any government or organization.He claimed that NSCN-K had been actively pursuing the issue of ‘Naga sovereignty’ since its formation. Towards this end, he said NSCN-K had been actively engaged in armed conflicts with both India and Myanmar. Additionally, Yung Aung led NSCN-K also denied reports that Niki Sumi has been elevate to the post of ‘commander in chief’, reports The Telegraph on October 24. self-styled general Niki Sumi has been elevated to the post of “commander-in-chief”.In a statement, the NSCN (K) termed the report “false” and “malicious”, aimed at creating disunity by adversaries. It said Sumi is still the “deputy commander-in-chief” of the outfit and there had been no change or promotion as yet. Sumi, who hails from Surrumi village in Zunheboto District of Nagaland, was, along with NSCN-K leader StarsonLamkang and ‘major general’Neymlang, named by New Delhi as a key figure in the Manipur ambush of June 4, 2015 that killed 18 soldiers.
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October - 24 
On October 24, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was found inside a dustbin in the premises of Keinou Meitei Church at KeinouThongthak village Bishnupur District, reports Nagaland Post. Later, Manipur Police bomb detection and disposal squad from
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On October 24, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was found inside a dustbin in the premises of Keinou Meitei Church at KeinouThongthak village Bishnupur District, reports Nagaland Post. Later, Manipur Police bomb detection and disposal squad from Imphal defused and disposed off the explosive.
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October - 24 
Pankaj Pratim Dutta, the Vice President of All Assam Students union (AASU) Deragaon Unit who had gone missing a few days ago as joined United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), reports The Telegraph on October 24. The development came to
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Pankaj Pratim Dutta, the Vice President of All Assam Students union (AASU) Deragaon Unit who had gone missing a few days ago as joined United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), reports The Telegraph on October 24. The development came to light after a video, in which Dutta, 25, expresses his reasons for joining ULFA-I went viral on October 24. In the 90-second video Dutta seeking an apology from the leadership of AAASU for joining ULFA-I. He also claimed that he joined ULFA-I as, a ‘sovereign and independent Assam’ is the only way to ‘save’ Assam. Nagaland Post further adds that in the video he stated that ‘I have joined the ULFA-I on my own volition. I apologise to AASU members in Dergaon for taking this decision without informing them. I firmly believe that to be able to protect the existence of Assam, there is no other alternative. We need Assam’s sovereignty to protect its existence. That’s the reason I joined the ULFA-I. We, the Assamese people, were once warriors but now, we are forced to stoop to the Government of India even for petty issues’. This is the first instance of a member of AASU joining an insurgent group in the past 15 years. The Telegraph further adds that Golaghat Deputy Superintendent of Police (DYSP) ParthaPratimSaikia stated that Pakkaj’s father had filed a missing report saying that his son had left in Dergaonin Golaghat district, for Guwahati on September 5 and had gone missing thereafter. Saikia said after the missing report was filed, they arrested former ULFA leader Amrit Ballav Goswami from his Lakhibari home in Golaghat on September 18, as they suspected that he could have recruited Pankaj to ULFA-I. Goswami had surrendered in 2008 but was in touch with the outfit and was instrumental in recruiting youths from Golaghat and other Districts. Goswami confessed to have recruited Pankaj. Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Pallab Bhattacharyya stated that ‘Ulfa (I) is in dire straits at present and is, therefore, trying to lure youngsters in the age group of 20-30. This age group is emotionally sensitive and can be easily manipulated. It is also the responsibility of parents to keep an eye on the activities of their sons and daughters on social media’. He also added that Pankaj had been on their radar for quite some time as they had found that he was in frequent contact with ULFA-I.
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October - 24 
The Bombay High Court, on October 24, quashed a special court’s order granting an extension of 90 days to the Police to file a charge-sheet against five persons with alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) links who were arrested in June
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The Bombay High Court, on October 24, quashed a special court’s order granting an extension of 90 days to the Police to file a charge-sheet against five persons with alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) links who were arrested in June, 2018 in connection with the January 1, 2018 Bhima-Koregaon riots, reports The Pioneer. However, upon a plea by the Prosecution that it wanted to test legality of the high court’s order in the Supreme Court, a single-judge High Court bench of Justice Mridula Bhatkar stayed till November 1, 2018, the implementation of her order quashing the Pune special court’s order to facilitate the Maharashtra Government to challenge the High Court order in the apex court. While quashing the Pune Special court’s order, the High Court took cognisance of the fact that there was no compliance of section 43-D of the of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 which mandates the Public Prosecutor to submit a report justifying the extension of time for filing the charge-sheet in the case.“This shows that the Investigating Officer has navigated the application for extension of period by further 90 days, which is not contemplated under the proviso to section 43-D of the Act. It is to be remembered that the Investigating Officer is always interested in the success or the conviction in the case. However, it is the duty of the Public Prosecutor to assist the Court in the process of administration of justice by upholding the law,” Justice Bhatkar noted.
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October - 24 
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has put arrested Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Sabyasachi Panda under scanner over dubious financial transactions, reports Odisha TV. A four-member team of ED began interrogation of Panda at Berh
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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has put arrested Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Sabyasachi Panda under scanner over dubious financial transactions, reports Odisha TV. A four-member team of ED began interrogation of Panda at Berhampur Jail on October 24.According to sources, the ED team questioned Panda about the sources of funds, persons involved in funding and how much money has been collected from these sources.The agency is also investigating the amount of property accumulated by Panda and whether his family has benefited from Maoist funds, sources said.Sources also revealed that more than five Maoist leaders of Odisha have been found involved in illegal financial transactions.In the recent past, the Union Home Ministry (UHM) had instructed National Investigation Agency (NIA) to probe the assets of Maoist leaders.
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October - 24 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) in its latest list of the “most wanted” has put a reward of INR 1.5 million on the head of Muppala Lakshmana Rao aka Ganapathy, ‘general secretary’ of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), tops the list
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) in its latest list of the “most wanted” has put a reward of INR 1.5 million on the head of Muppala Lakshmana Rao aka Ganapathy, ‘general secretary’ of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), tops the list of the most wanted persons in the country, reports The Pioneer on October 24. Though the Police and Intelligence Organisations of several States as well as the agencies of Government of India have been chasing him, Ganapathy has always managed to dodge them and believed to be ensconced somewhere in Dandakaranya forest. The 69-year-old guerrilla fighter is facing several health issues and he was likely to make way for his lieutenant Nambala Keshav Rao aka Basavaraj who is No. 2 in the ranks of the Maoist leaders. In the NIA list of 258 most wanted Maoists he carries a reward of INR 1 million. Keshav Rao is a key figure as he is the top most expert in making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and also an expert in military strategy.
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October - 24 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 24 said it has filed a chargesheet against Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist of Pakistani origin, Zabiullah alias Hamza (20), who was arrested by Security Forces earlier this year on April 6, reports D
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 24 said it has filed a chargesheet against Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist of Pakistani origin, Zabiullah alias Hamza (20), who was arrested by Security Forces earlier this year on April 6, reports Daily Excelsior. The agency said Zabiullah hailed from Multan in Pakistan and his group was intercepted by SFs on the intervening night of March 20-21, 2018, in the forests of Chak Fatah Khan in Kupwara District. While five terrorists of this LeT terrorists’ group were killed in the encounter, Zabiullah managed to escape despite getting injured during the encounter. He was arrested later on April 6 from Jugtiyal, Tarshan in the same district.
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October - 24 
The Tadwai Police arrested two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and seized 50 gelatin sticks and three detonators from their possession in Jayashankar Bhupalpally District of Telangana on October 24, reports Telangana Today.The arr
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The Tadwai Police arrested two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and seized 50 gelatin sticks and three detonators from their possession in Jayashankar Bhupalpally District of Telangana on October 24, reports Telangana Today.The arrestees were identified as 1st CRC company ‘deputy commander’ Madali Sukhamathi alias Ratna and Maoist ‘area committee member, ACM’ cut–off dalam(armed squad) of Andhra Odisha Border (AOB) Tab Aduma alias Umesh. Both belongs to Bijapur District in Chhattisgarh. Police registered cases against them under relevant sections of the IPC.
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October - 24 
Two Hizb-ul-Mujhideen (HM) militants were killed in an encounter between Security Forces (SFs) and militants in Nowgam area on the outskirts of Srinagar (Srinagar District) on October 24, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs on the outskirts of Srinagar laun
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Two Hizb-ul-Mujhideen (HM) militants were killed in an encounter between Security Forces (SFs) and militants in Nowgam area on the outskirts of Srinagar (Srinagar District) on October 24, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs on the outskirts of Srinagar launched a cordon and search operation after inputs about the presence of militants hiding in a house in Nowgam area. Militants fired upon the search party during searches of the area and SFs retaliated leading to an encounter. Two militants were killed in the encounter which lasted for several hours during which huge blasts were heard. The slain militants were identified as Sabzar Ahmad Sofi and Asif Ahmad Shergojiri. Sabzar from Naina, Sangam in Anantnag, had completed his MSc from Barkatullah University in 2013-14 and M. Phil. from Jivagee University Gwalior before joining Jamia Milia Islamia, New Delhi in 2016. An unnamed police spokesman said that Sabzar Ahmad Sofi had joined militant ranks in year 2016 and was involved in several attacks on security establishments and many other civilian atrocities in district Anantnag. Police spokesman said that Asif Ahmad Shergojiri alias Khubaib had joined the militant ranks in January 2018 and was actively involved in attacks on security establishments and civilian atrocities in the area. Clashes also broke out between youth and SFs near the gunfight site in Nowgam. Meanwhile, a group of militants appeared in the funeral prayer of Sabzar and offered him a gun salute at his native Sangam area of Bijbehara in Anantnag District, reports Daily Excelsior. Clashes also broke out in Sangam area and several protesters were injured in the clashes.
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October - 24 
Nepal Communist Party (NCP) Co-chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal warned the Province 2 Government not to overtake the federal Government; warning that it could derail the country from its journey towards federalism, reports Kathmandu Post on October 24. Re
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Nepal Communist Party (NCP) Co-chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal warned the Province 2 Government not to overtake the federal Government; warning that it could derail the country from its journey towards federalism, reports Kathmandu Post on October 24. Referring to the Province 2 Government’s move to bring Provincial Police Act prior to the related federal law, Dahal has warned the provincial executive not to ignore the federal government that holds a two-thirds majority. “There is no doubt that the formulation of federal law has been delayed. It will be a mistake to overtake the federal government which could lead to an accident. Don’t invite such accident,” said Dahal while inaugurating the provincial party office in Janakpur in the presence of Chief Minister Mohammad Lalbabu Raut.
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October - 24 
Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on October 24 arrested a Navy Intelligence Officer in connection with the abduction and disappearance of two Tamil individuals in Kotahena, a suburb part of Colombo in 2009, reports Colombo Page.The CID arreste
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Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on October 24 arrested a Navy Intelligence Officer in connection with the abduction and disappearance of two Tamil individuals in Kotahena, a suburb part of Colombo in 2009, reports Colombo Page.The CID arrested Navy Intelligence Officer Lieutenant Commander Sampath Dayananda over the abduction and disappearance of two Colombo Municipal Council workers VadiveluPakkili Sami Loganathan and RathnasamiParamanandan in Kotahena on January 11, 2009.Lieutenant Commander Dayananda was arrested when he appeared before the CID to give a statement regarding the incident.The Lieutenant Commander is currently an intelligence officer at the Sampur Naval Camp.
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October - 24 
Northern Province Chief Minister C. V. Wigneswaran speaking at a meeting of the Tamil MakkalPeravai, a civil organization formed by the Chief Minister, held in NallurKandaswamiKovil in Jaffna Dsitrict on October 24 said that he will be forming a new
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Northern Province Chief Minister C. V. Wigneswaran speaking at a meeting of the Tamil MakkalPeravai, a civil organization formed by the Chief Minister, held in NallurKandaswamiKovil in Jaffna Dsitrict on October 24 said that he will be forming a new political party under the name Tamil MakkalKoottani (Tamil People's Front, TMK), reports Colombo Page.Mr. Wigneswaran said that he will conduct his future political activities under the new party.He said the new party would uphold the fundamentals of Tamil nationalism.
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October - 24 
125 teachers and administrative staff of the Education Department were abducted by Taliban militants in Giru District of Ghazni Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 24.
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125 teachers and administrative staff of the Education Department were abducted by Taliban militants in Giru District of Ghazni Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 24.
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October - 24 
A woman and child were killed by Taliban militants for running away from home in Shahrak District of Ghor Province on October 24, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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A woman and child were killed by Taliban militants for running away from home in Shahrak District of Ghor Province on October 24, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 24 
India, Afghanistan and Iran on October 23 held their first trilateral meeting on Chabahar port project during which they reviewed its implementation, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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India, Afghanistan and Iran on October 23 held their first trilateral meeting on Chabahar port project during which they reviewed its implementation, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 24 
One Taliban militant identified as Sadruddin and two civilians including his wife and child were killed when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded prematurely at his house in an unspecified Distict of Faryab Province, reports Khaama Press on
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One Taliban militant identified as Sadruddin and two civilians including his wife and child were killed when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded prematurely at his house in an unspecified Distict of Faryab Province, reports Khaama Press on October 24.
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October - 24 
Six Taliban militants were killed in a drone-strike conducted by United States (US) in Ganda Labok area of Nur Geram District of Nuristan Province, reports Khaama Press on October 24.
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Six Taliban militants were killed in a drone-strike conducted by United States (US) in Ganda Labok area of Nur Geram District of Nuristan Province, reports Khaama Press on October 24.
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October - 24 
Two voters were killed and 18 others were abducted by Taliban militants in election related violence according to local residents in an unspecified District of Farah Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 24.
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Two voters were killed and 18 others were abducted by Taliban militants in election related violence according to local residents in an unspecified District of Farah Province, reports Pajhwok Afghan News on October 24.
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October - 24 
The Criminal Court on October 24 has sent back the case with terrorism charges against Maldives’ former President Mohamed Nasheed, to the Prosecutor General’s office, reports The Edition. The Criminal Court had taken back the second charge and annull
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The Criminal Court on October 24 has sent back the case with terrorism charges against Maldives’ former President Mohamed Nasheed, to the Prosecutor General’s office, reports The Edition. The Criminal Court had taken back the second charge and annulled the arrest warrant issued against him [Nasheed] in connection to the third charge of terrorism. The second charge of corruption was filed regarding the arrest of incumbent President Yameen during the Nasheed's Presidential term, in office at Aarah Island for eight days. However, the Prosecutor General has made no statements on the issue.
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October - 25 
A jawan (trooper) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast carried out by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on October 25, reports News18.
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A jawan (trooper) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast carried out by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on October 25, reports News18.The incident took place when a team of CRPF's 223rd battalion was out on anti-Naxal[Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation in a forested area under Jagargunda Police Station limits, a local Police official said.While the team was cordoning off a patch of jungle near Chintabegu village, Maoists triggered the blast of an IED, he said. It was followed by an exchange of fire between the two sides before the Maoists fled into a dense part of the forest, he said. Constable Virendra Yadav was injured in the blast.
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October - 25 
An Army trooper was killed tonight in a sniper fire at Tral in Pulwama District on October 25, reports Daily Excelsior.
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An Army trooper was killed tonight in a sniper fire at Tral in Pulwama District on October 25, reports Daily Excelsior.
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October - 25 
Four militants were killed in an encounter in the Kharpora area of Arwani in Anantnag District on October 25.
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Four militants were killed in an encounter in the Kharpora area of Arwani in Anantnag District on October 25.
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October - 25 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadre ,Honito Chishi, “carrying out extortion and tax collection” in New Market area, Dimapur in Dimapur District on October 25, reports Nagaland Post. Ext
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadre ,Honito Chishi, “carrying out extortion and tax collection” in New Market area, Dimapur in Dimapur District on October 25, reports Nagaland Post. Extortion notes of NSCN (K) and Naga National Council (NNC) and INR 71,090 and a UHF radio set were recovered from the arrested militant.
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October - 25 
Security Forces on October 25 arrested an Over Ground Worker (OGW) worker of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Mohammad Shafi Magray, at a checkpoint established near HP Gas Godown in Drugmulla area of Kupwara District and recovered arms and ammunition from h
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Security Forces on October 25 arrested an Over Ground Worker (OGW) worker of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Mohammad Shafi Magray, at a checkpoint established near HP Gas Godown in Drugmulla area of Kupwara District and recovered arms and ammunition from his possession.
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October - 25 
The Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) network busted by Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has revealed that a Gujarat native—Suresh Lathidariya, who is imprisoned in Kolkata Jail, was a mastermind of the FICNs network, reports The Times of India on
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The Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) network busted by Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has revealed that a Gujarat native—Suresh Lathidariya, who is imprisoned in Kolkata Jail, was a mastermind of the FICNs network, reports The Times of India on October 25. With the assistance of a local contact [unspecified], Suresh was operating the FICNs network from the Jail by instructing the local contact to supply counterfeit Indian currency in denomination of INR 2,000, and INR 500 to Sanjay Devaliya at Farakka Railway Station in West Bengal. Following the arrest of Devaliya with FICNs worth INR 1.52 lakh, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) team arrested Suresh on January 1, 2017 from Kolkata in West Bengal. Reportedly, Suresh Lathidariya was involved in FICNs network since 2008.
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October - 25 
Two Army troopers were injured after militants attacked their camp at Lurgam in Tral area in Pulwama District on October 25, reports Daily Excelsior. The Army personals retaliated; subsequently the militants fled the spot.
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Two Army troopers were injured after militants attacked their camp at Lurgam in Tral area in Pulwama District on October 25, reports Daily Excelsior. The Army personals retaliated; subsequently the militants fled the spot.
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October - 25 
Two militants were killed in a gunfight at Athoora area of Kreeri in Baramulla District on October 25. Their bodies recovered were along with two weapons. As the news about the encounter spread, the youth took to streets and clashed with Security For
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Two militants were killed in a gunfight at Athoora area of Kreeri in Baramulla District on October 25. Their bodies recovered were along with two weapons. As the news about the encounter spread, the youth took to streets and clashed with Security Forces at Athoora and its adjoining areas.
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October - 25 
National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) chief Khaliq Dad Lak on October 25 called for qualitative change in investigations and prosecutions of terrorism financing cases, reports Dawn. Speaking at a meeting of NACTA’s national task force on comba
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National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) chief Khaliq Dad Lak on October 25 called for qualitative change in investigations and prosecutions of terrorism financing cases, reports Dawn. Speaking at a meeting of NACTA’s national task force on combating terrorism financing, he urged law enforcement agencies to carry out parallel investigations to unearth the financial trail behind terrorist incidents. He also briefed the participants on various guidelines and standard operating procedures, which NACTA had recently issued for financial investigations of terrorism cases and other related matters. During the meeting, it was emphasised that a targeted, organised and wholehearted effort should be made by all responsible stakeholders for timely implementation of the action plan under the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The meeting was attended by all 29 members of the task force from federal and provincial governments and other organisations, including the Federal Investigation Agency, Federal Board of Revenue, Anti-Narcotics Force, State Bank of Pakistan, Financial Monitoring Unit, Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Interior and provincial home departments, as well as counter-terrorism departments.
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October - 25 
The Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on October 25 said that Kashmir remains the core unresolved agenda and Pakistan stands by the Kashmiris in their just historical stance, reports The Nation. The COAS stated this while speaking
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The Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on October 25 said that Kashmir remains the core unresolved agenda and Pakistan stands by the Kashmiris in their just historical stance, reports The Nation. The COAS stated this while speaking to troops during his visit to Sarpir and Pandu Sectors on Line of Control (LoC). According to a statement issued by the ISPR, the COAS while appreciating operational readiness and high state of morale of troops said that Pakistan Army is fully invested in peace and stability of the region. “However, we are ready and resolute in defending the motherland against any misadventure,” the Army Chief warned.
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October - 25 
The National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) and the Higher Education Commission (HEC) on October 25 signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for having effective collaboration on prevention and awareness to combat “on-campus” extremism and ter
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The National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) and the Higher Education Commission (HEC) on October 25 signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for having effective collaboration on prevention and awareness to combat “on-campus” extremism and terrorism, reports Dawn. The MoU was signed by NACTA National Coordinator Khaliq Dad Lak and HEC Executive Director Lieutenant General (retired) Muhammad Asghar. The scope of the MoU was to establish a sustained and effective collaboration and partnership in order to combat extremism and terrorism in the country through joint research and collaboration. Both the organisations will consolidate existing research work in the areas of counter-extremism and counter-terrorism, which will help in promoting research culture in the public sector as well as improving the policy-making process.
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October - 25 
Two Frontier Corps (FC) soldiers were killed and three others injured in an attack on the convoy of the Inspector General (IG) of FC in the mountainous area of Nag tehsil (revenue unit) in Washuk District of Balochistan on October 25, reports Dawn. I
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Two Frontier Corps (FC) soldiers were killed and three others injured in an attack on the convoy of the Inspector General (IG) of FC in the mountainous area of Nag tehsil (revenue unit) in Washuk District of Balochistan on October 25, reports Dawn. IG Major General Saeed Ahmed Nagra and Commandant of Panjgur Scouts Shajeeullah Qadri, who was travelling with him, remained unhurt in the attack. Official sources said that the convoy was going from Panjgur to Khuzdar. When it was passing through the mountainous area of Nag tehsil, armed people opened fire on it and fled. Five FC personnel received bullet injuries and two of them died on the spot. The dead FC soldiers were identified as Hawaldar Yahya Uddin and Lance Naik Saifur Rehman. Though no group has so far claimed responsibility for the attack, the Baloch Liberation Front (BLF) has been active in the area.
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October - 25 
Police on October 25 arrested a Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader in Chattogram city of Chittagong District Chittagong Division on the charge of plotting subversive acts, reports The Daily Star. Azizul Haque, 48, is the secretary of East Bakalia Ward No-1
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Police on October 25 arrested a Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader in Chattogram city of Chittagong District Chittagong Division on the charge of plotting subversive acts, reports The Daily Star. Azizul Haque, 48, is the secretary of East Bakalia Ward No-18 unit of JeI. Azizul along with some others was holding a clandestine meeting to commit subversive activities, said Police.
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October - 25 
201st Silab Corps said a Taliban militant was killed while he was planting an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Dangam District of Kunar province of Afghanistan on October 25. According to 201st Silab Corps, the incident took place in Goriga area
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201st Silab Corps said a Taliban militant was killed while he was planting an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Dangam District of Kunar province of Afghanistan on October 25. According to 201st Silab Corps, the incident took place in Goriga area of the District when IED went off prematurely.
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October - 25 
Air Force carried out airstrikes in Kiran Majan District of north-eastern Badakhshan on October 25 in which four militants were killed and two were wounded. According to 209th Shaheen Corps, a ‘commander’ of the militants identified as Karimullah was
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Air Force carried out airstrikes in Kiran Majan District of north-eastern Badakhshan on October 25 in which four militants were killed and two were wounded. According to 209th Shaheen Corps, a ‘commander’ of the militants identified as Karimullah was also among those killed.
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October - 25 
One civilian was injured in an explosion conducted in 1st Police District in Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province on October 25, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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One civilian was injured in an explosion conducted in 1st Police District in Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province on October 25, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 25 
Taliban on October 25 confirmed the release of Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar by Pakistan after nine years of detention, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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Taliban on October 25 confirmed the release of Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar by Pakistan after nine years of detention, reports Pajhwok Afghan News.
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October - 25 
The 201st Silab Corps of the Afghan Military in the North in a statement on October 25 stated that clashes broke out between the security forces and the anti-Government armed militants in Aqtapa area of Chahar Bolak District in north Balkh Province i
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The 201st Silab Corps of the Afghan Military in the North in a statement on October 25 stated that clashes broke out between the security forces and the anti-Government armed militants in Aqtapa area of Chahar Bolak District in north Balkh Province in which one militant was killed.
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October - 25 
The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg reaffirmed the alliance’s support to an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace process, reports Khaama Press on October 25. Stoltenberg further added “We do that, not by part
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The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg reaffirmed the alliance’s support to an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace process, reports Khaama Press on October 25. Stoltenberg further added “We do that, not by participating directly in peace talks, that’s not NATO’s role, but we support them politically. NATO’s Allies provide support, but our most important contribution to the peace process is to send a clear message to the Taliban and to other insurgents that they cannot win in the battlefield so we have to train, assist and advise the Afghan forces in a way that enables them to make it clear to the Taliban that they will not win on the battlefield, they have to sit down at the negotiating table.”
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October - 25 
Three Islamic State (IS) militants were killed in a drone-strike conducted by United States (US) while trying to plant mines in Payin area of Deh Bala District of Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 25.
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Three Islamic State (IS) militants were killed in a drone-strike conducted by United States (US) while trying to plant mines in Payin area of Deh Bala District of Nangarhar Province, reports Khaama Press on October 25.
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October - 25 
Addressing the Press outside the People’s Majlis (Parliament of the Maldives), lawmaker Abdulla Shahid on October 25 has said that the Anti-Defamation Act 2016 infringes the basic Rights guaranteed by the Constitution of the Maldives, reports Maldive
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Addressing the Press outside the People’s Majlis (Parliament of the Maldives), lawmaker Abdulla Shahid on October 25 has said that the Anti-Defamation Act 2016 infringes the basic Rights guaranteed by the Constitution of the Maldives, reports Maldives Times. The Anti-Defamation Act also contradicted with international treaties signed by the Maldives and legal practices and principles. Once the Act is abolished, a regulation on compensation for defamatory actions will be established and applied once more. I submit the Bill and hope that the lawmakers will support this Bill to abolish the Anti-Defamation Act, said Abdulla Shahid. Anti-Defamation Act was passed in 2016 despite of widespread protest by the Press, which considered it as a ‘blow’ to Freedom of Expression and Freedom of Speech guaranteed by the Constitution of the Maldives.
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October - 26 
A 22-year-old Army soldier, Rajendra Singh, injured when protesters threw stones at an army convoy in Anantnag District on October 25 died later in the night, Army said on October 26, reports Daily Excelsior. “Around 6 pm, when the convoy was passin
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A 22-year-old Army soldier, Rajendra Singh, injured when protesters threw stones at an army convoy in Anantnag District on October 25 died later in the night, Army said on October 26, reports Daily Excelsior. “Around 6 pm, when the convoy was passing through the highway, few youths hurled stones at the vehicle and sepoy Rajinder got injured after being hit by a stone. He was shifted to army’s base hospital,’’ Defence spokesman Colonel Rajesh Kalia said. The injured soldier died later in the night.
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October - 26 
A Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) has been killed in a terrorist attack in Budgam District of Jammu and Kashmir on October 26, reports Daily Excelsior.“In the intervening night, a standoff fire by terrorists too
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A Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) has been killed in a terrorist attack in Budgam District of Jammu and Kashmir on October 26, reports Daily Excelsior.“In the intervening night, a standoff fire by terrorists took place at the grid Station Wagoora in Budgam district in which one Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of CISF sustained serious bullet injuries,” a Police spokesman said.The injured ASI Rajendra Prasad later succumbed at the hospital.
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October - 26 
A heavy exchange of gunfire broke out on October 26, between rival Kuki militant groups in Moreh town of Tengnoupal District, reports Indian Express. According to Police the gunfire started after midnight and lasted for over half-an-hour. As a combin
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A heavy exchange of gunfire broke out on October 26, between rival Kuki militant groups in Moreh town of Tengnoupal District, reports Indian Express. According to Police the gunfire started after midnight and lasted for over half-an-hour. As a combined team of police commandos and 11 Assam Rifles rushed at the spot, the militant groups reportedly retreated from their positions. A search operation was conducted in and around the surrounding areas of the encounter site but no arrests was made. A grenade was recovered from the clash site. It is speculated that the skirmish could be between rival Kuki militants operating in the area, who are under tripartite suspension of operation agreement with the government, however, there is no official confirmation.
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October - 26 
A Pune court, on October 26, rejected the bail applications of activists Sudha Bharadwaj, Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira, who were arrested for their alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) links, reports The Telegraph.Pune Police ha
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A Pune court, on October 26, rejected the bail applications of activists Sudha Bharadwaj, Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira, who were arrested for their alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) links, reports The Telegraph.Pune Police had arrested these three activists along with two others — poet P. Varavara Rao and Gautam Navlakha — on August 28 in connection with the Elgar Parishad conclave held in Pune on December 31, 2017, which allegedly triggered violence at Koregaon Bhima the next day on January 1, 2018.Police alleged that some of the backers of the conclave had Maoist links.District and sessions judge (special judge) K.D. Vadane rejected the bail applications of Bharadwaj, Gonsalves and Ferreira.The prosecution, while opposing the bail applications, had argued that they have “corroborative evidence” against the accused to prove their involvement in Maoist activities, such as mobilising cadres, recruiting students from eminent institutes and sending them to the interior to become “professional revolutionaries”, raise funds and procure weapons.
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October - 26 
Charla Police have arrested four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) couriers and recovered explosives and other items from their possession, during vehicle checking at R Kothagudem crossroads of Charla Mandal (administrative sub-division) i
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Charla Police have arrested four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) couriers and recovered explosives and other items from their possession, during vehicle checking at R Kothagudem crossroads of Charla Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana on October 26, reports The Hans India. The arrested persons were identified as Telangana Youth Forum (TYF) Mahabubabad District unit president, Bhukya Srinivas (31), TYF Nalgonda vice president, Siripangi Sanjeeva (34), former member of Chandra Pulla Reddy Bata faction of the Communist Party of India – Marxist Leninist (CPI-ML, Chandra Pulla Reddy Bata faction), Macharla Ganapathi (30) and former member of CP Bata, Chennuri Harishalias Hari alias Pratap of Jayashankar-Bhupalpally District. During questioning they confessed that they were working as couriers for the Maoist leaders Haribushan, Damodar, Azad, Sujatha, Sarada, Lachanna and Venkanna They were doing so under the guidance of TYF ‘state president’, Panikera Mohan Raju and its ‘general secretary’ Pandu Ranga Reddy and Telangana Praja Front ‘state secretary’ Menchu Ramesh, Superintendent of Police (SP)’ Sunil Dutt said. The arrested persons revealed that Mohan Raju, Ranga Reddy and Ramesh have met them at Khammam and told them to hand over gelatine sticks, silk wire and spectacles to the Maoist leaders. The Police further found that Ganapathi and Harish were prepared to join the Maoists while Srinivas facilitated a youth from Odithala village of Chityal Mandal in Jayashankar Bhupalpally District, Bixapathi, to join the CPI Maoist party this month. 50 gelatine sticks, four bundles of silk wire, 27 pairs of spectacles frames, eye testing kit and glasses, three cell phones and one motor bike seized from the arrested persons, SP, Sunil Dutt revealed.
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October - 26 
During 22nd Home land security meeting between India and Myanmar, both countries agreed to fight insurgents operating along the border between and check smuggling of wildlife and narcotic drugs, reports Assam Tribune on October 26. According to a Hom
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During 22nd Home land security meeting between India and Myanmar, both countries agreed to fight insurgents operating along the border between and check smuggling of wildlife and narcotic drugs, reports Assam Tribune on October 26. According to a Home Ministry official, both the sides agreed to act against insurgent groups operating within their territories. The Indian delegation was led by Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba and the Myanmar delegation by Major General Aung Thu, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Home Affairs, Myanmar.
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October - 26 
Khango Konyak accused Yung Aung—the newly elected, but disputed, leader of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) of relinquishing the ‘Naga sovereign rights by ceding to Myanmar Union consequent of signing the NCA’, reports Eastern
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Khango Konyak accused Yung Aung—the newly elected, but disputed, leader of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) of relinquishing the ‘Naga sovereign rights by ceding to Myanmar Union consequent of signing the NCA’, reports Eastern Mirror on October 26. In a statement issued on October 26 Khango faction stated that ‘The NCA stipulates that the signatories of the pact cannot under any circumstances secede from the Myanmar union, the demand for independence hence cannot be discussed. The statement also claimed that Pangmi workers, ever since the formation of NSCN, had always been resentful of the NSCN leadership by the west Nagas, “their inherent timidity, short-sightedness and narrow tribalism had always been the bone of contention that resulted in the successive splits of NSCN and recurring fratricides.” The statement said ‘Despite having been sustained solely by the resources pooled from the West Nagaland, the Pangmi workers were extremely covetous and never allowed the west Nagas to spearhead the Naga struggle, their envy and dubious nature induced them to expel the west Nagas from their inhabited areas for the fourth time during the 38 years of NSCN existence,’.
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October - 26 
The Special Court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Kochi (Kerala), on October 26 has pronounced Abid Hassan as guilty in the 2013 Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) case, reports The Hindu. Abid was arrested in January 2013 from Nedumbas
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The Special Court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Kochi (Kerala), on October 26 has pronounced Abid Hassan as guilty in the 2013 Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) case, reports The Hindu. Abid was arrested in January 2013 from Nedumbassery Airport in Kochi in Kerala. Reportedly, the Indian Customs officials at the Airport intercepted Abid and recovered FICNs worth INR 9.7 lakh in the denomination of INR 500 from his possession. The NIA took over the case in 2014. The officials believed that the FICNs were printed in Pakistan and had been arranged by Aftab Bhakti—an alleged member of Dawood Ibrahim’s network.
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October - 26 
The State Election Commission (SEC), on October 26, set into motion the process for second phase of Panchayat (village level localself-Government institution)elections in Jammu and Kashmir involving Panchayats of 15 Districts across the State and the
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The State Election Commission (SEC), on October 26, set into motion the process for second phase of Panchayat (village level localself-Government institution)elections in Jammu and Kashmir involving Panchayats of 15 Districts across the State and the polling followed by counting for which will be held on November 20, reports Daily Excelsior.Fifteen Districts, which will be involved in second phase of polling, included Doda, Kathua, Kishtwar, Poonch, Rajouri, Ramban and Udhampur in Jammu region, Leh and Kargil Districts in Ladakh region and Anantnag, Bandipora, Baramulla, Budgam, Ganderbal and Kupwara Districts in Kashmir, official sources said.They added that only some Panchayats of these 15 Districts would go to polls in second phase.
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October - 26 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militia members were arrested by the District Police near Darapalli in Munchingput Mandal (administrative sub-division) of the Agency area in Visakhapatnam District on October 26, reports The Hindu. Th
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militia members were arrested by the District Police near Darapalli in Munchingput Mandal (administrative sub-division) of the Agency area in Visakhapatnam District on October 26, reports The Hindu. The arrestees identified as Pangi Nagesh and Killo Latchanna, were arrested while moving suspiciously during the routine vehicle checking at Darapalli, Munchingput, Sub-Inspector (SI) of Police, V. Arun Kumar said. Nagesh belongs to Busiput, while Latchanna is a native of Tudumurai, and both were involved in various crimes and violence in Munchingput and Pedabayalu Mandals in the Agency.
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October - 26 
Two militants and an Army trooper were killed, during an encounter, in Sopore area of Baramulla district on October 26 (today) reports The Hindu.
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Two militants and an Army trooper were killed, during an encounter, in Sopore area of Baramulla district on October 26 (today) reports The Hindu.
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October - 26 
The Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on October 26 confirmed death sentences awarded to 14 hardcore terrorists involved in heinous offences related to terrorism, reports Daily Times. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Se
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The Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on October 26 confirmed death sentences awarded to 14 hardcore terrorists involved in heinous offences related to terrorism, reports Daily Times. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the terrorists were involved in attacking armed forces and law enforcement agencies, killing innocent civilians and were behind destruction of educational institutions and the Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) Hotel Malam Jabba. They were involved in killing of 22 persons including three civilians, 19 armed forces and Police personnel and injuring 23 others.
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October - 26 
The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on October 26 arrested two militants of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) during a raid on a house at Chakri Road in Rawalpindi City (Rawalpindi District) in Punjab, reports Dawn.According to sources, the CTD tea
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The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on October 26 arrested two militants of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) during a raid on a house at Chakri Road in Rawalpindi City (Rawalpindi District) in Punjab, reports Dawn.According to sources, the CTD team carried out the raid on intelligence that the two TTP militants were hiding in the house.The CTD officials apprehended the suspects and registered a case under Explosive Act and section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act.
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October - 26 
The Jamaat-ud Dawa (JuD) and Falah-i-Insaniyat Foundation (FIF) headed by Hafiz Mohammad Saeed are no more on the list of banned outfits after the presidential ordinance that proscribed them under a UN resolution lapsed, Dawn reported on October 26.
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The Jamaat-ud Dawa (JuD) and Falah-i-Insaniyat Foundation (FIF) headed by Hafiz Mohammad Saeed are no more on the list of banned outfits after the presidential ordinance that proscribed them under a UN resolution lapsed, Dawn reported on October 26. During the hearing on October 25 of a petition filed by Hafiz Saeed, his counsel informed the Islamabad High Court that the presidential ordinance had lapsed and it had never been extended. The petitioner had challenged the ordinance under which his organisations had been banned for being on the watch list of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). The ordinance that proscribed these organisations under a UN resolution has lapsed. According to a list updated on September 5 on the National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA)’s website, 66 organisations have been banned in the country and JuD and FIF are not among them. However, the two Hafiz Saeed-linked organisations are “under watch by the ministry of interior” under Section 11-D-(1), read with Schedule-II of the ATA.
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October - 26 
The Election Commission (EC) on October 26 recognized the ruling party’s name as Nepal Communist Party (NCP), stating that the name was different from the Rishi Ram Kattel-led Nepal Communist Party (NCP), reports The Himalayan Times. Kattel had lodge
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The Election Commission (EC) on October 26 recognized the ruling party’s name as Nepal Communist Party (NCP), stating that the name was different from the Rishi Ram Kattel-led Nepal Communist Party (NCP), reports The Himalayan Times. Kattel had lodged a complaint against the ruling Nepal N C P, saying his party statute stated that the party would be known in brief as N. C. P., and since the N C P had mimicked the same name, it would be wrong on the part of the EC to allow the latter to have that name. On the other hand, N C P had argued that its abbreviated form was within brackets and there was space between the alphabets. This made it different from the Kattel-led N. C. P.’s abbreviated name as there were dots between the three alphabets. In a statement, the EC said it decided to reject Kattel’s plea because the names of the two parties were different. The EC also said its decision to register the N C P) — formed after the merger between the already existing CPN-Maoist Centre and CPN-Unified Marxist Leninist — was consistent with the Political Party Registration Act, and that no further decision needed to be taken.
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October - 26 
In Chittagong District of Chittagong Division, Police on October 26 arrested three JeI leaders from different places in the city's Bakalia area in connection with vandalism and anarchy.
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In Chittagong District of Chittagong Division, Police on October 26 arrested three JeI leaders from different places in the city's Bakalia area in connection with vandalism and anarchy.
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October - 26 
In Barishal District of Barisal Division, Police on October 26 arrested six leaders of JeI on Nabogram road in the city, for allegedly planning to create an obstacle to the next general election.
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In Barishal District of Barisal Division, Police on October 26 arrested six leaders of JeI on Nabogram road in the city, for allegedly planning to create an obstacle to the next general election.
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October - 26 
In Chittagong District of Chittagong Division, Police on October 26 arrested three JeI leaders from different places in the city's Bakalia area in connection with vandalism and anarchy.
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In Chittagong District of Chittagong Division, Police on October 26 arrested three JeI leaders from different places in the city's Bakalia area in connection with vandalism and anarchy.
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October - 26 
In Cox's Bazar District of Chittagong Division, Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) on October 26 arrested 17 leaders and activists of JeI from a hotel in the town while they were holding a clandestine meeting to plot subversive activities.
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In Cox's Bazar District of Chittagong Division, Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) on October 26 arrested 17 leaders and activists of JeI from a hotel in the town while they were holding a clandestine meeting to plot subversive activities.
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October - 26 
In a surprising political development, United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA) on October 26 decided to leave the National Unity Government (NUG) formed with the United National Party (UNP) and sacked Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and appointed
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In a surprising political development, United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA) on October 26 decided to leave the National Unity Government (NUG) formed with the United National Party (UNP) and sacked Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and appointed former President Mahinda Rajapaksa as the new Prime Minister, reports Colombo Page. President Sirisena's Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), the main constituent party of the UPFA, and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's UNP formed the NUG on a platform of good governance in August 2015 following the Parliamentary Elections. However, there has been growing tensions between the two coalition parties on several policy matters and the President has been critical of the Prime Minister Wickremesinghe and his policies, especially on economy.
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October - 26 
Northern Commander Major General Darshana Hettiaarachchi said that Army will help Jaffna war-torn people to stand on their feet, reports Daily News on October 26. "They are poor and innocent people and I felt that I should do my utmost best for their
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Northern Commander Major General Darshana Hettiaarachchi said that Army will help Jaffna war-torn people to stand on their feet, reports Daily News on October 26. "They are poor and innocent people and I felt that I should do my utmost best for their welfare as a Buddhist, let alone being the Northern Commander, it was my duty to dispense my duties to keep them happy," said an emotional Darshana.
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October - 26 
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has said that the appointment of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa as Prime Minister by President Maithripala Sirisena is unconstitutional, reports Colombo Page on October 26. Mr. Wickremesinghe has said that he w
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Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has said that the appointment of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa as Prime Minister by President Maithripala Sirisena is unconstitutional, reports Colombo Page on October 26. Mr. Wickremesinghe has said that he would continue to function as the Prime Minster. "I am still the Prime Minister of this country," he has said in a statement. According to the Article 42 (4) of Sri Lanka Constitution the President "shall appoint as Prime Minister the Member of Parliament, who, in the President's opinion, is most likely to command the confidence of Parliament." Article 46 (2) says The Prime Minister shall continue to hold office throughout the period during which the Cabinet of Ministers continues to function under the provisions of the Constitution unless he - (a) resigns his office by a writing under his hand addressed to the President; or- (b) ceases to be a Member of Parliament. Mr. Wickremesinghe said he will show majority in Parliament soon.
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October - 26 
Two Extraordinary Gazettes have been published removing Ranil Wickremesinghe from the Prime Minister post and appointing Mahinda Rajapaksa to the post on October 26, reports Colombo Page. Both Extraordinary Gazettes have been published by the Secreta
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Two Extraordinary Gazettes have been published removing Ranil Wickremesinghe from the Prime Minister post and appointing Mahinda Rajapaksa to the post on October 26, reports Colombo Page. Both Extraordinary Gazettes have been published by the Secretary to the President Udaya R. Seneviratne. Extraordinary Gazette no. 2094/43 issued by the Presidential Secretariat notified the removal of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe. Extraordinary Gazette no. 2094/44 issued notified the appointment of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa as the Prime Minister.
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October - 26 
201st Silab Corps of the Afghan Military in the East in a statement on October 26, said that the coalition forces carried out an airstrike on Taliban militants in Watapur District, leaving three militants dead and two others critically injured. The s
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201st Silab Corps of the Afghan Military in the East in a statement on October 26, said that the coalition forces carried out an airstrike on Taliban militants in Watapur District, leaving three militants dead and two others critically injured. The statement further added that the airstrike was carried out in Tarwa Kor area of the District on October 25, using Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).
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October - 26 
201st Silab Corps of the Afghan Military in the East in a statement on October 26, said that the coalition forces carried out an airstrike on Taliban militants in Watapur District, leaving three militants dead and two others critically injured. The s
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201st Silab Corps of the Afghan Military in the East in a statement on October 26, said that the coalition forces carried out an airstrike on Taliban militants in Watapur District, leaving three militants dead and two others critically injured. The statement further added that the airstrike was carried out in Tarwa Kor area of the District on October 25, using Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).
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October - 26 
At least two civilians were killed and another three injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in the vicinity of Moqor District in southeastern Ghazni province of Afghanistan, reports Khaama Press on October 27. The 203rd Thunder Cor
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At least two civilians were killed and another three injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in the vicinity of Moqor District in southeastern Ghazni province of Afghanistan, reports Khaama Press on October 27. The 203rd Thunder Corps of the Afghan Military in the southeast in a statement said that a Toyota Corolla type vehicle struck an IED planted on a roadside in Chahardehi area of the District, leaving two civilians dead and three more injured.
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October - 26 
Taliban militants shot dead the head of population registration department in the Shahrak District of western Ghor province on October 26, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. The militants had pulled Abdul Salam out from his house and gunned him down outsid
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Taliban militants shot dead the head of population registration department in the Shahrak District of western Ghor province on October 26, reports Pajhwok Afghan News. The militants had pulled Abdul Salam out from his house and gunned him down outside on late on October 26 night. Police chief Shah Agha Shitab confirmed the incident but gave no further information in this regard. Taliban did not comment on the incident so far.
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October - 27 
A Special Police Officer (SPO) was critically injured after he was shot at by militants in Charar-e-Sharif area in Budgam District of in Jammu and Kashmir late on October 27, reports NDTV. "The injured SPO Muhammad Hafiz was shifted to Srinagar for s
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A Special Police Officer (SPO) was critically injured after he was shot at by militants in Charar-e-Sharif area in Budgam District of in Jammu and Kashmir late on October 27, reports NDTV. "The injured SPO Muhammad Hafiz was shifted to Srinagar for specialised treatment," Police said.
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October - 27 
An extortion letter allegedly written by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) demanding INR 2 million was sent to Station Master BN Prasad of Gaya District of Bihar, reports Bihar Prabha on October 27. In the letter they threatened demand
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An extortion letter allegedly written by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) demanding INR 2 million was sent to Station Master BN Prasad of Gaya District of Bihar, reports Bihar Prabha on October 27. In the letter they threatened demanding money or face explosion at railway station. The Maoists wrote that they want the money within 10 days.
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October - 27 
At least 30 protestors were injured in protests during two separate cordon and search operations (CASOs) by Security Forces (SFs) in the twin districts of Kulgam and Shopian on October 27, reports Daily Excelsior. A joint operation was launched by th
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At least 30 protestors were injured in protests during two separate cordon and search operations (CASOs) by Security Forces (SFs) in the twin districts of Kulgam and Shopian on October 27, reports Daily Excelsior. A joint operation was launched by the SFs at DK Pora village in Shopian after inputs about the presence of militants in the village. When the joint team started door to door searches, people protested against the operation. They hurled stones at the SFs who fired tear gas and pellets to disperse them. The clashes continued for several hours in which 10 persons were injured. Also, protests broke out in Ghat Khudwani area of Kulgam when SFs launched an operation against militants. In the clashes that continued till evening, at least 20 people were injured.
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October - 27 
District Police seized properties of an alleged agent of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Giridih District of Jharkhand on October 27, reports Devdiscourse News. The Police said Sawan Bahar restaurant belongs to Manoj Chaudhary, an
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District Police seized properties of an alleged agent of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Giridih District of Jharkhand on October 27, reports Devdiscourse News. The Police said Sawan Bahar restaurant belongs to Manoj Chaudhary, an alleged Maoist sympathizer. "In all, 11 properties will be sealed. The sealed property belongs to Manoj Chaudhary," Sub Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Neeraj Singh, said. Police sources say Maoist rebels have invested the extorted money in real estate. Manoj Chaudhary was arrested a few weeks ago. Based on the interrogation and source of his income, the Police prepared a list of properties of Maoist rebels. Authorities in Jharkhand have launched an operation to seize properties allegedly belonging to the Maoists amassed through their agents.
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October - 27 
Four personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were killed and two injured after Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a Mine Protected Vehicle (MPV) near the CRPF’s Murdana camp under Awapalli Police Station in Bijap
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Four personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were killed and two injured after Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres blew up a Mine Protected Vehicle (MPV) near the CRPF’s Murdana camp under Awapalli Police Station in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on October 27, reports The Times of India. Troops of the 168 Battalion were out on ‘area domination' exercise and a road-opening operation between Murdana and Timapur when they were attacked around 4.10pm, a CRPF spokesman said. The vehicle was blown up just a kilometer away from a CRPF camp. The explosion was so powerful that it lifted the 14 tonne vehicle in the air and blew it to pieces. The Maoists then fired upon the injured jawans (troopers) with automatic weapons, killing four personnel, including Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), Mir Matiur Rehman (50), head constable Braja Mohan Behera (43), constable Chatti Praveen (21) and constable Gullipalli Srinu (26), on the spot. Constables Baburao and Hardik Parmar were critically injured and airlifted to hospital. While Maoists have given a call to boycott the polls, Bijapur and Sukma are among eight insurgency-affected Districts going to the polls on November 12; the first phase will cover 18 constituencies.
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October - 27 
Militants on October 27 abducted the son of the house owner in which, as reported earlier, three militants and seven civilians were killed on October 21, reports Daily Excelsior. Sheeraz Ahmad Bhat, the son of the house owner was abducted by a group
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Militants on October 27 abducted the son of the house owner in which, as reported earlier, three militants and seven civilians were killed on October 21, reports Daily Excelsior. Sheeraz Ahmad Bhat, the son of the house owner was abducted by a group of a militants who came in a car. The family members tried to save his from abduction but the militants fried in air to scare them away.
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October - 27 
On October 27, SFs identified the two militants killed (SATP had reported the incident earlier) in encounter at Pazalpora in Sopore area of Barmulla District. They were identified as Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘commander’ Abu Maaz and his close associate
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On October 27, SFs identified the two militants killed (SATP had reported the incident earlier) in encounter at Pazalpora in Sopore area of Barmulla District. They were identified as Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘commander’ Abu Maaz and his close associate Ali Bhai alias Zubair. Maaz was active for at least three years in Sopore while Ali Bhai had infiltrated six months ago. Police said that he was instrumental in recruiting youth into militancy. The slain militant ‘commander’ was carrying a reward of INR 1.25 million on his head.
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October - 27 
Reacting on death of soldier Rajendra Singh, Army Chief Gen. Bipin Rawat on October 27 reiterated his earlier stand that the stone-pelters are nothing but over ground workers of terror outfits reports Daily Excelsior. “I still say the same… If they (
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Reacting on death of soldier Rajendra Singh, Army Chief Gen. Bipin Rawat on October 27 reiterated his earlier stand that the stone-pelters are nothing but over ground workers of terror outfits reports Daily Excelsior. “I still say the same… If they (stone-pelters) can kill people with such acts, are they not becoming like terrorists,” he said. He added that stone-pelters should be dealt with sternly. Gen. Rawat also sent a tough message to Pakistan, saying if Islamabad continues to support cross-border terrorism, then the Indian Army can resort to “other actions” too.
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October - 27 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court in Ernakulam District in Kerala, on October 27 awarded ten years of rigorous imprisonment to Abid Chullikulavan in 2013 Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) case, reports The Times of India. Along with ten
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court in Ernakulam District in Kerala, on October 27 awarded ten years of rigorous imprisonment to Abid Chullikulavan in 2013 Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) case, reports The Times of India. Along with ten years imprisonment, the Court also imposed a fine of INR 75,000 on Abid. On October 26, the Court found Abid guilty and freed other three accused—Muhammed Haneefa, Abdul Salam, and Antony Das in the same case. However, Aftab Bhakti—another accused in the case and aide of Dawood Ibrahim, is an absconder. In 2013, Abid was arrested from Cochin International Airport and FICNs in the denomination of INR 500 of worth INR 975,000 was recovered from his possession.
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October - 27 
The Police team on October 27, arrested three persons, including two women—Wahidaben Ramodiya (50), Manju Raniga (50), and Vasantbhai Rajput, for their involvement in printing and circulating the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), reports The Tribun
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The Police team on October 27, arrested three persons, including two women—Wahidaben Ramodiya (50), Manju Raniga (50), and Vasantbhai Rajput, for their involvement in printing and circulating the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), reports The Tribune. Two women—Wahidaben Ramodiya and Manju Raniga were arrested from a market in Sardar Gam locality while doing shopping with FICNs. During interrogation, it was revealed that the FICNs were printed by Vasantbhai Rajput using a colour printer located at Wahidaben’s residence at Dudhsagar Road in Rajkot District of Gujarat. The Police team raided the house and arrested Vasantbhai Rajput. The Police team also recovered three FICNs in the denomination of INR 200 and seized the colour printer, a scanner, and papers used to print FICNs. In total, the Police team recovered 87 counterfeit notes in the denomination of INR 200, and INR 500 worth INR 19,000, said Aji Dam Police Station’s Inspector P.N. Vaghela.
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October - 27 
The Uttar Pradesh Police, on October 27, has arrested a Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent— Zahid from Khurja city in Bulandshahr district on Uttar Pradesh, reports The New Indian Express. Zahid was collecting Defence related informat
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The Uttar Pradesh Police, on October 27, has arrested a Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent— Zahid from Khurja city in Bulandshahr district on Uttar Pradesh, reports The New Indian Express. Zahid was collecting Defence related information from Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) and passing-on the same to his bosses in Pakistan through WhatsApp web-based messaging application. Zahid visited Pakistan in 2012 and 2014 in search of a job where he came in contact with ISI. The primary operation area of Zahid was Meerut Cantonment area and the Hindon Airbase. The UP Police officials also recovered 19 Pakistan-based cellular numbers in his [Zahid] phone. Zahid is currently being interrogated by the Security agencies.
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October - 27 
A study, `Humanity at Risk - Global Terror Threat Indicant (GTTI), by Oxford University and Strategic Foresight Group (SFG) on October 27 revealed that It's not Syria, but Pakistan which poses the maximum terrorrisk to humanity, reports Times of Indi
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A study, `Humanity at Risk - Global Terror Threat Indicant (GTTI), by Oxford University and Strategic Foresight Group (SFG) on October 27 revealed that It's not Syria, but Pakistan which poses the maximum terrorrisk to humanity, reports Times of India. The analysis states Pakistan is right on top of the list of countries with thehighest number of terrorist bases and safe havens. The study also reveals that terror outfits Afghan Taliban and the Lashkar-e-Taiba(LeT), which have a significant presence in Pakistan, pose thehighest risk to international security.Pakistan thus remains the breeding ground and supporter of global terrorism and is responsible for three times the terror riskto humanity in comparison with Syria, according to the GTTI report.“If we look at the most dangerous terrorist groups, based on hard facts and statistics, we find that Pakistan hosts or aidsmajority of them. Also, there are a significant number of groups based in Afghanistan, which operate with the support of Pakistan,” the report says.“The rise of competitive extremism of all shades, misuse of weapons of mass destruction and economic disruptions canundermine human progress or even survival in the period from now until 2030. They are all interlinked with terrorism”, thestates.
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October - 27 
An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Gujranwala District of Punjab on October 27 sentenced a cadre of Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), Abid Hussain (22) to 30-year imprisonment for opening fire and injuringformer Federal Minister of Interior Ahsan Iqbal
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An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Gujranwala District of Punjab on October 27 sentenced a cadre of Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), Abid Hussain (22) to 30-year imprisonment for opening fire and injuringformer Federal Minister of Interior Ahsan Iqbal in the Pakistan Muslim League - Nawaz (PML-N)Government in May 6, 2018, reports The News. The Gujranwala ATCalso ordered confiscation of assets ofAbid Hussain and imposed a fine of Rs 280,000 on him.The convict would have to undergo an additional six-month imprisonmentin case of his failure to pay the fine.According to a court official, Judge Syed Imran Shah handed down 27-year imprisonment to Hussain for shooting at Iqbal and another three-yearjail term for carrying illegal weapons.The judge said the convict made an assassination attempt on the Federal Minister of Interior.
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October - 27 
A suicide car bomb explosion killed five and injured 12 people in Maidan Shar District in Central Maidan Wardak province on October 27 (today), reports Khaama press. Provincial Police Spokesman Hekmatullah Kamrani confirmed the incident and said a ca
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A suicide car bomb explosion killed five and injured 12 people in Maidan Shar District in Central Maidan Wardak province on October 27 (today), reports Khaama press. Provincial Police Spokesman Hekmatullah Kamrani confirmed the incident and said a car bomb was detonated near the Police academy in Maidan Shar city. The Taliban have claimed responsibility for the incident. A spokesman for the Taliban group Zabiullah Mujahid claims that a military base has been targeted and as a result several security officers have been killed or injured.
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October - 27 
More than 15,000 Police Forces are assigned to secure polling centres and sites and vulnerable areas of Kandahar province where Parliamentary elections officially began on October 27, reports Khaama Press. “The security is ensured in the centre and d
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More than 15,000 Police Forces are assigned to secure polling centres and sites and vulnerable areas of Kandahar province where Parliamentary elections officially began on October 27, reports Khaama Press. “The security is ensured in the centre and districts of Kandahar and there has been no movement from the enemy” said Ministry of Interior (MoI) spokesman Najib Danesh. He added that 260 women are also assigned to search and manage the queues of female voters. MoI spokesman also said that Afghan National Army (ANA) and National Directorate of Security (NDS) Forces, in coordination with Police Forces, are assigned in security belts in accordance to the security plan, to ensure the security of the elections in Kandahar province.
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October - 27 
The Foreign Minister of the present government in the Maldives—Dunya Maumoon on October 27 has said that she believes the former President Mohamed Nasheed shall not be charged with terrorism, reports Maldives Times. In past events, every lawmaker in
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The Foreign Minister of the present government in the Maldives—Dunya Maumoon on October 27 has said that she believes the former President Mohamed Nasheed shall not be charged with terrorism, reports Maldives Times. In past events, every lawmaker in the Maldives faced a charge of terrorism and it was difficult to respond to the criticism from the international community. I wish that the former President Nasheed gets his freedom through the justice system, said Dunya.
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October - 28 
A 40-year-old People’s Democratic Party (PDP) worker was shot dead by militants in Srinagar (Srinagar District) on October 28, officials said, reports Daily Excelsior. Mohd. Amin Dar, a resident of Gangbugh, was an associate of PDP leader and former
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A 40-year-old People’s Democratic Party (PDP) worker was shot dead by militants in Srinagar (Srinagar District) on October 28, officials said, reports Daily Excelsior. Mohd. Amin Dar, a resident of Gangbugh, was an associate of PDP leader and former Minister Syed Altaf Bukhari.
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October - 28 
A local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader was critically injured after he was attacked by half a dozen suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres with sharp edged weapons in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh late on October 28,
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A local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader was critically injured after he was attacked by half a dozen suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres with sharp edged weapons in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh late on October 28, reports Hindustan Times. Nandlal Mudami, a Zilla Parishad (district council)member, was eating his dinner when he was attacked, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, Bastar range, RN Dangi said.“Mudami played a major role in bringing people in Palnar to the mainstream. This angered the Naxals [Left Wing extremism, LWE]. We used to keep getting the info that they are planning to strike back,” said Dantewada,Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallav, adds BiharPrabha. Naxals have called upon voters to boycott the next month Assembly polls in the State.The first phase of polls covering 18 constituencies of eight Naxal-affected Districts –Bastar, Kanker, Sukma, Bijapur, Dantewada, Narayanpur, Kondagaon and Rajnandgaon will be held on November 12.The remaining 72 constituencies will witness polling on November 20.
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October - 28 
A sub-inspector of Jammu and Kashmir Police on his way home was shot dead by militants in Pulwama District on October 28, officials said, reports Daily Excelsior. The body of Sub-inspector Imtiyaz Ahmad Mir, who was posted with the CID in Srinagar’s
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A sub-inspector of Jammu and Kashmir Police on his way home was shot dead by militants in Pulwama District on October 28, officials said, reports Daily Excelsior. The body of Sub-inspector Imtiyaz Ahmad Mir, who was posted with the CID in Srinagar’s Sheergadi, was recovered from the Chewa Kalan area of the district, the officials said.
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October - 28 
District Police,on October 28, arrested two persons including a Junior Clerk for impersonating themselves as Maoists and demanding extortion from peoplein Malkangiri District of Odisha, reports Kalinga TV.The arrested persons have been identified as
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District Police,on October 28, arrested two persons including a Junior Clerk for impersonating themselves as Maoists and demanding extortion from peoplein Malkangiri District of Odisha, reports Kalinga TV.The arrested persons have been identified as Keshab Khilla (48), of Post office line under Korukonda Police Station, who is working as Junior clerk at Khairput Tehsil(revenue) office, and Rama Chandra Majhi (32), of Pujarimunda village under Pandripani Police Station.
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October - 28 
Five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested, on October 28, for their alleged involvement in the killing of a tribal farmer in Malkangiri District of Odisha five days ago, reports The New Indian Express.The five Maoists wer
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Five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested, on October 28, for their alleged involvement in the killing of a tribal farmer in Malkangiri District of Odisha five days ago, reports The New Indian Express.The five Maoists were arrested and some sharp-edged weapons used in the murder were seized from them by the operational teams while patrolling in a forest in Maithili area, Superintendent of Police (SP) of Malkangiri, Jagmohan Meena, said.The Police had launched multiple anti-Maoist operations in Maithili area to arrest the Maoists after Anantaram Bhumia, a resident of Barubeda village was killed on October 23 night, the SP said.Bhumia was killed on suspicion of being a ‘Police informer’, he added. The identities of the arrested Maoists are yet to be ascertained.
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October - 28 
Militants on October 28 attacked a patrolling party of the Army at Poterwal village in Shopian District, reports Daily Excelsior. The Army retaliated, forcing the militants to flee. There were no reports of any loss of life.
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Militants on October 28 attacked a patrolling party of the Army at Poterwal village in Shopian District, reports Daily Excelsior. The Army retaliated, forcing the militants to flee. There were no reports of any loss of life.
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October - 28 
Militants on October 28 attacked Army camp in Tral in Pulwama District killing a soldier and injuring another, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Militants on October 28 attacked Army camp in Tral in Pulwama District killing a soldier and injuring another, reports Daily Excelsior.
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October - 28 
The Asom Jatiyatabadi Yuva-Chatra Parishad (AJYCP), a youth and student body, has announced a series of agitations starting from November 3, 2018 demanding for the introduction of Inner-Line Permit (ILP) in Assam, reports The Sentinel. Talking to thi
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The Asom Jatiyatabadi Yuva-Chatra Parishad (AJYCP), a youth and student body, has announced a series of agitations starting from November 3, 2018 demanding for the introduction of Inner-Line Permit (ILP) in Assam, reports The Sentinel. Talking to this reporter, AJYCP ‘general secretary’ Palash Changmai said: “In post-independence immigration into Assam from other countries and States of India has been going on. So widespread is the immigration that it has brought a demographic change in the State, leading the indigenous people of the State being a minority in its own State. The local people in Assam are losing their rights over land because of such an unabated immigration.
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October - 28 
The Border Security Force (BSF) Jawans on October 28 arrested two Pakistani nationals—Siraj Ahmed (31), and Mumtaj/Mumtaz Khan (38), from Ferozepur Sector in Punjab, reports The Tribune. On October 28 evening, the BSF jawans at Border Pillar number 1
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The Border Security Force (BSF) Jawans on October 28 arrested two Pakistani nationals—Siraj Ahmed (31), and Mumtaj/Mumtaz Khan (38), from Ferozepur Sector in Punjab, reports The Tribune. On October 28 evening, the BSF jawans at Border Pillar number 194/M in DT Mal area observed a suspicious movement near the India-Pakistan Border. Later, they spot two Pakistani nationals approaching the Indian Territory. The BSF apprehended both at a distance of 300 meters from the Border. Both Pakistani nationals belonged to 30 Baloch Battalion of the Pakistan Army, claimed officials [unspecified]. The BSF recovered currency worth 4,700 [unspecified], two cellular phone, a SIM card, two Pakistan Army ID cards, four photographs from their possession. The BSF is investigating the motive behind the infiltration.
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October - 28 
Pakistan on October 28 confirmed that it has released senior Afghan Taliban leader Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar “in line with our commitment to facilitate the peace process in Afghanistan”, reports Daily Times. Baradar, the former Taliban deputy chief,
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Pakistan on October 28 confirmed that it has released senior Afghan Taliban leader Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar “in line with our commitment to facilitate the peace process in Afghanistan”, reports Daily Times. Baradar, the former Taliban deputy chief, was captured in Karachi in 2010 in a joint raid by Pakistani and US security officials at a religious school.Taliban sources had earlier told Daily Times that Baradar and another leader, Abdul Samad, the head of Taliban logistics, were freed on October 24, weeks after Taliban representatives met US Special Envoy on Afghan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad in Qatar to explore ways for political solution to the conflict.The release of prisoners is one of the confidence building measures that had been discussed during the Taliban-US talks in Qatar, according to Taliban sources.
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October - 28 
The SFs arrested a key local militant commander, Qari Jamal at Krapa check post near Pindyali.
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The SFs arrested a key local militant commander, Qari Jamal at Krapa check post near Pindyali.
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October - 28 
Six militants of Allahr Dal were arrested in a drive in the Thantoli area of Madaripur District in Dhaka Division on October 28 while they were holding secret meeting, reports Dhaka Tribune. The arrestees are identified as Selim Reza, 29, Alam Rana,
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Six militants of Allahr Dal were arrested in a drive in the Thantoli area of Madaripur District in Dhaka Division on October 28 while they were holding secret meeting, reports Dhaka Tribune. The arrestees are identified as Selim Reza, 29, Alam Rana, 34, Russel Mahmud, 21, IliasMolla, 34, Shakil Khan, 25 and Sabuj Hawlader, 28, Faruque Hawlader. Police recovered jihadi books, leaflets, CDs and other propaganda material from them.
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October - 28 
A magnetic bomb was discovered and defused by Afghan National Police (ANP) in Niaz Bek area in the 5th Police District of Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province on October 28, reports Khaama Press.
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A magnetic bomb was discovered and defused by Afghan National Police (ANP) in Niaz Bek area in the 5th Police District of Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province on October 28, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 28 
Five Taliban militants were killed in a drone-strike conducted by the United States (US) in Yamnai Khel area in Zurmat District of Paktia Province, reports Khaama Press on October 28.
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Five Taliban militants were killed in a drone-strike conducted by the United States (US) in Yamnai Khel area in Zurmat District of Paktia Province, reports Khaama Press on October 28.
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October - 28 
Four Taliban militants were killed, three others injured and eight others including ‘commander’ Mullah Adris Taliban were arrested joint air and ground operation conducted by Afghan and Foreign Forces in Andar District of Ghazni Province on October 2
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Four Taliban militants were killed, three others injured and eight others including ‘commander’ Mullah Adris Taliban were arrested joint air and ground operation conducted by Afghan and Foreign Forces in Andar District of Ghazni Province on October 28, report Bakhtar News.
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October - 28 
The Afghan Senate House Meshrano Jirga (Parliament) Chairman Fazal Hadi Muslimayar in response to alleged remarks of a United States (US) Senator that aid for Afghanistan will be conditioned on Afghanistan’s recognition of Durand Line as formal borde
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The Afghan Senate House Meshrano Jirga (Parliament) Chairman Fazal Hadi Muslimayar in response to alleged remarks of a United States (US) Senator that aid for Afghanistan will be conditioned on Afghanistan’s recognition of Durand Line as formal border between Afghanistan and Pakistan, said that no one has the right to decide in this regard, emphasizing that the issue relates to the Afghan nation and only Afghans would take a decision in this regard on October 28, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 28 
The Independent Election Commission (IEC) Spokesman Sayed Hafizullah Hashemi on October 28 reacted to the Independent Electoral Complaints Commission’s (IECC) decision to discard all votes where voter details had not been captured on the biometric s
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The Independent Election Commission (IEC) Spokesman Sayed Hafizullah Hashemi on October 28 reacted to the Independent Electoral Complaints Commission’s (IECC) decision to discard all votes where voter details had not been captured on the biometric system and said that the IECC does not have the authority to make such a decision. “Some of the articles of the statement that the complaints commission declared are obviously against the law and an interference in the main activities and authorities of the election commission. They do not have the authority to issue such a statement and based on the agreement between us and the IECC, they should implement any procedures that we approve and they should not just do what they want to,” said Hashemi.
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October - 28 
Three Islamic State (IS) militants were killed in a drone-strike conducted by United States (US) in Shinkai and Sheikh Qala areas of Heska Mina district of Nangarhar Province on October 28, reports Khaama Press.
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Three Islamic State (IS) militants were killed in a drone-strike conducted by United States (US) in Shinkai and Sheikh Qala areas of Heska Mina district of Nangarhar Province on October 28, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 28 
Twelve militants including Taliban ‘district chief’ identified as Mawla Mahmood were killed in a raid in Pati Khargi area of Pacher Agam District of Nangarhar Province on October 28, reports Khaama Press. Some other ‘commanders’ of the group identifi
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Twelve militants including Taliban ‘district chief’ identified as Mawla Mahmood were killed in a raid in Pati Khargi area of Pacher Agam District of Nangarhar Province on October 28, reports Khaama Press. Some other ‘commanders’ of the group identified as Khanjar, Kamran, Laghmani, Haqyar alias Kochi, Sajid, Ghashi, and Syed Wali were among those killed.
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October - 29 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Roopesh who was arrested on the charges of engaging in Maoist activities on the border of Karnataka was produced before the District Principal and Sessions Court in Madikeri in Kodagu District of Ka
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Roopesh who was arrested on the charges of engaging in Maoist activities on the border of Karnataka was produced before the District Principal and Sessions Court in Madikeri in Kodagu District of Karnataka on October 29, reports Deccan Herald. He was brought under tight security by the Kerala-Kodagu ANF (anti-Naxal Force) personnel on Sunday (October 28) night and was lodged at Karnangeri prison. When he was brought to the court, he shouted slogans in favour Maoists and demanded facilities of political prisoners for him in the prison. Judge Veerabhadrappa Mallappa posted the hearing to November 27. Later, he was taken to Kannur prison in Kerala. The Police had arrested Roopesh at Coimbatore District of Tamil Nadu and the Kodagu Police had taken him to custody in 2015 for an enquiry.He also faces the charges of having a close affinity with Maoist leader Vikram Gowda.
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October - 29 
Five Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were injured in a suspected militant attack on their vehicle in the Pantha chowk area on the outskirts of Srinagar city (Srinagar District) on October 29, police said, reports Daily Excelsior. Gunmen opened
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Five Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were injured in a suspected militant attack on their vehicle in the Pantha chowk area on the outskirts of Srinagar city (Srinagar District) on October 29, police said, reports Daily Excelsior. Gunmen opened fire on the BSF patrol vehicle at the Pantha chowk.
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October - 29 
Reacting to the reports that three defence personnel were killed in suspected sniper attacks by Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists since mid-September 2018, Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on October 29 said the Army was looking into reports of snipers
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Reacting to the reports that three defence personnel were killed in suspected sniper attacks by Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists since mid-September 2018, Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on October 29 said the Army was looking into reports of snipers entering the Kashmir Valley to target defence personnel, reports Daily Excelsior. He said to say snipers have come into the Valley was “premature”. He said the security force was studying whether the attacks were carried out by snipers. “Whether these attacks have been done by snipers or not, this is something we are still studying. But to say that snipers have infiltrated and that they have sniper weapons…We have not found any sniper weapon...,” he added. Based on intelligence inputs, security agencies believe that at least two separate ‘buddy’ groups of the JeM comprising two terrorists each entered Kashmir Valley in early September and have entrenched themselves in Pulwama District with the help of some overground supporters of the outfit. These terrorists, according to the officials, have been thoroughly trained by Pakistan’s external intelligence agency ISI for carrying out sniper attacks in the Valley and have been armed with M-4 carbines, used by the US-led allied forces in Afghanistan.
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October - 29 
Some bunch of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) pamphlets and banners were found near Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation (APFDC) office near RV nagar under GK Veedhi Mandal(administrative sub-division) in Visakhapatnam District
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Some bunch of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) pamphlets and banners were found near Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation (APFDC) office near RV nagar under GK Veedhi Mandal(administrative sub-division) in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradeshearly on October 29 (today), reportsThe Hans India.According to the sources the pamphlets were released by Galikonda area committee in which Maoists had given call to the tribals to turn against the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leaders who are mining bauxite under the covers of laterite at agency area in Vizag region. In the pamphlet Maoists also stated that all the rights on coffee plantation at agency is legally only for tribals,but not for the APFDC officials. Maoists also warned the TDP and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders who are encouraging bauxite mining at agency and threatening to the rights of tribes.
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October - 29 
The Indian Army on October 29 targeted Pakistani military administrative headquarters in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) on October 23, reports Daily Excelsior. The Army retaliated in the Khuiratta and Samani areas of PoK. It was in retaliation to th
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The Indian Army on October 29 targeted Pakistani military administrative headquarters in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) on October 23, reports Daily Excelsior. The Army retaliated in the Khuiratta and Samani areas of PoK. It was in retaliation to the shelling in Poonch (Poonch District). As reported earlier, the Pakistani army had shelled the brigade headquarters and other Indian military formations in Poonch on October 23. “In response to Pakistani army’s firing of stray shells on Poonch and Jhallas on October 23, 2018, the Indian Army has sent a strong signal by firing at Pakistani army administrative headquarters… And the residents of border villages also reported that they could see smoke emanating,” unnamed officials said.
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October - 29 
Three suspected militants were arrested after a brief shootout on the outskirts of Srinagar (Srinagar District) on October 29, police said, reports Daily Excelsior. Security Forces (SFs) established a checkpoint at Narbal area on the Srinagar-Baramul
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Three suspected militants were arrested after a brief shootout on the outskirts of Srinagar (Srinagar District) on October 29, police said, reports Daily Excelsior. Security Forces (SFs) established a checkpoint at Narbal area on the Srinagar-Baramulla highway, following information about the movement of militants through the area. The SF personnel signalled a car to stop, but the driver tried to speed away. The suspected militants were arrested after a brief exchange of firing, in which one of them was injured. A cache of explosives and ammunition, hidden in apple boxes, were recovered from the spot.
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October - 29 
Unidentified militants set ablaze Panchayat Ghar in Sopore area of Baramulla District, reports Daily Excelsior. The building is at Nowpora village of Sopore town.
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Unidentified militants set ablaze Panchayat Ghar in Sopore area of Baramulla District, reports Daily Excelsior. The building is at Nowpora village of Sopore town.
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October - 29 
A Khasadar official, Esa Khan, was killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) attack in Safi tehsil(revenue unit) of Mohmand District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 29, reports Daily Times. Esa Khan was going to a check post in Safi tehsil for
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A Khasadar official, Esa Khan, was killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) attack in Safi tehsil(revenue unit) of Mohmand District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 29, reports Daily Times. Esa Khan was going to a check post in Safi tehsil for duty when a remote-controlled IED explosion claimed his life.
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October - 29 
Four levies personnel and a tehsildar were wounded in a roadside blast targeting tehsildar vehicle in Kamangara locality of Charmangin Nawagai tehsilof Bajaur District, reports Daily Times.Tehsildar Abdul Haseeb suffered minor injuries in the blast w
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Four levies personnel and a tehsildar were wounded in a roadside blast targeting tehsildar vehicle in Kamangara locality of Charmangin Nawagai tehsilof Bajaur District, reports Daily Times.Tehsildar Abdul Haseeb suffered minor injuries in the blast which his vehicle was completely damaged.Four of his guards were injured, with two of them in critical condition.
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October - 29 
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia was convicted in Zia Charitable Trust corruption case and sentenced to seven years' rigorous imprisonment by a special court in her absence on October 29, reports The Daily Star. Khaleda, as
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Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia was convicted in Zia Charitable Trust corruption case and sentenced to seven years' rigorous imprisonment by a special court in her absence on October 29, reports The Daily Star. Khaleda, as the first managing trustee, opened the account with the PMO branch of Sonali Bank on January 1, 2005, and within a week from January 13, BDT 7.81 crore was deposited in the account in phases, said the judgement. The prosecution has been able to prove the charges beyond reasonable doubt.
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October - 29 
New Cabinet of Ministers was sworn in before President Maithripala Sirisena at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo on October 29, adds Colombo Page.
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New Cabinet of Ministers was sworn in before President Maithripala Sirisena at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo on October 29, adds Colombo Page.
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October - 29 
Sri Lanka's former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on October 29 requested everyone to set aside political differences and rally around him to re-establish the democracy in the country to ensure a better future for the younger generation, reports
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Sri Lanka's former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on October 29 requested everyone to set aside political differences and rally around him to re-establish the democracy in the country to ensure a better future for the younger generation, reports Colombo Page. Addressing the constitutional crisis in the country at a special media conference, Wickremesinghe said the rights of every citizen of Sri Lanka were blatantly violated on the October 26, 2018 and undermining the constitution sets a dangerous precedent that erodes the very fabric of the society. "Our government worked hard to regain the freedoms that were lost until 2015. We established the RTI Act, independent commissions, and an unprecedented democratic culture. Let us not allow these hard-won freedoms to be taken away from us again," he said.
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October - 29 
Five Taliban militants including a ‘shadow district chief’ identified as Mullah Nabi were injured in operations conducted by Afghan Police Special Forces in Pashtun Zarghoon District of Herat Province on October 29, reports Khaama Press. Explosives a
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Five Taliban militants including a ‘shadow district chief’ identified as Mullah Nabi were injured in operations conducted by Afghan Police Special Forces in Pashtun Zarghoon District of Herat Province on October 29, reports Khaama Press. Explosives and vehicles were recovered.
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October - 29 
Four election staff and two Policemen were injured in a suicide bombing conducted by one militant near Independent Election Commission (IEC) office in Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province on October 29, reports Khaama Press.
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Four election staff and two Policemen were injured in a suicide bombing conducted by one militant near Independent Election Commission (IEC) office in Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province on October 29, reports Khaama Press.
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October - 29 
One Police Officer and one Independent Election Commission (IEC) staff member were killed and another seven people including four IEC staff members, two police officers and one civilian were wounded in the suicide bombing conducted by one militant in
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One Police Officer and one Independent Election Commission (IEC) staff member were killed and another seven people including four IEC staff members, two police officers and one civilian were wounded in the suicide bombing conducted by one militant in 9th Police district of Kabul City (District) the national capital in Kabul Province on October 29, reports Tolo News. Earlier South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) on October 29 that six persons were injured and only the militant was killed in the suicide-bombing.
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October - 30 
A 65-year-old villager was killed when a pressure bomb, suspected to have been planted by Maoists, went off in Balrampur District of Chhattisgarhon October 30, reports Hindustan Times.The incident took place at around 11:30 am near Nawadih village un
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A 65-year-old villager was killed when a pressure bomb, suspected to have been planted by Maoists, went off in Balrampur District of Chhattisgarhon October 30, reports Hindustan Times.The incident took place at around 11:30 am near Nawadih village under Samri Police Station limits. The deceased was identified as Budhan Yadav from Nawadih.As per police, road construction work is under way in Samri area adjoining neighbouring Jharkhand.
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October - 30 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader, who was a part of a firing squad in the State, has been arrested in Giridih DistrictofJharkhand on October 30, reports India.com.Three US-made pistols and nine bullets were recovered from his pos
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader, who was a part of a firing squad in the State, has been arrested in Giridih DistrictofJharkhand on October 30, reports India.com.Three US-made pistols and nine bullets were recovered from his possession, Superintendent of Police (SP), Surendra Jha said.“CharkhaHembram, a member of a Maoist firing squad, has been active in the state for over 15 years. He was arrested Monday night at Balothan in Pirtand police station area,” SP, Jhasaid.Acting on a tip-off about Hembram’s presence at Balothan, a Police team, headed by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Deepak Kumar, raided the village late on October 29 and arrested him, the SP said.Hembram was wanted in eight cases, including the killing of four security personnel, firing on Pirtand Police Station and an encounter with the Police on the Grand Trunk road, he added.
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October - 30 
A Doordarshan (DD) cameraperson along with two Policemen were killed and two other Police personnel were also injured in a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ambush in Nilawaya near Sumeli camp in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on Octob
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A Doordarshan (DD) cameraperson along with two Policemen were killed and two other Police personnel were also injured in a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ambush in Nilawaya near Sumeli camp in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on October 30, reports Hindustan Times.The three-member Doordarshan team was in Bastar for election coverage and heading for reporting on a new polling booth in Nilawaya near Sumeli camp. People in Nilawaya have not exercised their voting rights for the past 20 years.Those killed were identified as Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), Rudra PratapSingh, assistant constable Mangal RamaliasMangalu and DD News cameraperson AchyutanandaSahu (34) from Loisingha in BolangirDistrictofOdisha.The injured Police personnel are Vishnu Netam and Rakesh Kaushal.
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Militants attacked a mobile bunker vehicle of the army in a village in South Kashmir’s Shopian District on October 30 afternoon, reports Daily Excelsior.Militants opened fire on the Casper vehicle of 23 Para in Meemender area of Shopian District arou
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Militants attacked a mobile bunker vehicle of the army in a village in South Kashmir’s Shopian District on October 30 afternoon, reports Daily Excelsior.Militants opened fire on the Casper vehicle of 23 Para in Meemender area of Shopian District around 1.50 pm. The Army personnel immediately retaliated. They cordoned off the whole area to nab the attackers.As the SFs laid the cordon there was stone pelting which led to clashes. One person, identified as Aijaz Dar, a stringer for news channels, was injured in the clashes at Memandr in Shopian District.
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October - 30 
Militants hurled grenade and fired upon a Police picket guarding the residence of former Congress leader Mohammad ShafiBanday at Bun-Bazaar Shopian in Shopian District on October 30, reports Daily Excelsior. Police personnel on duty repulsed the atta
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Militants hurled grenade and fired upon a Police picket guarding the residence of former Congress leader Mohammad ShafiBanday at Bun-Bazaar Shopian in Shopian District on October 30, reports Daily Excelsior. Police personnel on duty repulsed the attack. However, no one was injured and militants fled from the spot.
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October - 30 
Moddi Gawde (40), Police patil (warden) of Naranur village at Etapalli taluka (revenue sub-division) in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra, was shot dead by cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) shortly after midnight of October
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Moddi Gawde (40), Police patil (warden) of Naranur village at Etapalli taluka (revenue sub-division) in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra, was shot dead by cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) shortly after midnight of October 30, reports The Times of India on November 2. He was dragged out of his residence by around 15-20 Maoists. Police said the rebels left the place after pumping a bullet from close quarters in the Gawde’s chest. Maoists also left behind a pamphlet claiming that Gawde was a ‘Police informer’. The Kasansoor Area Committee of the CPI-Maoist has claimed responsibility for the murder. The local outfit is led by Mahesh Gota, who has been booked in the case.
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Police arrested five people, including a woman, allegedly involved in a grenade attack that killed a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper and seriously injured another on October 20 in Imphal city on October 30, reports Indian Express. The pri
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Police arrested five people, including a woman, allegedly involved in a grenade attack that killed a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper and seriously injured another on October 20 in Imphal city on October 30, reports Indian Express. The prime suspect who was arrested on October 28 is former (PLA) militant, Khaidem Sana Singh (42). Others arrested include ‘president’ Oinam Premjit his wife Oinam Pinky and ‘secretary’ Shahabuddin Chesaba of the National Identity Protection Council (NIPCO), a civil body of Manipur. The identity of one more suspect could not be ascertained. Imphal West district Superintendent of Police Jogeschandra Haobijam said, “During our investigation, we have established the link between the attack on the CRPF truck and the involvement of the arrested people.” The SP further said, “On preliminary examination of the accused, they all admitted to having involved in committing the crime under the instruction of one S/S ‘Major’ Umakanta of United National Liberation Front (UNLF)”.
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Security Forces (SFs) during a two-day-long operation from October 30 to 31 arrested one National Democratic Front of Bodoland- I.K. Songbijit (NDFB-IKS) militant and there overground workers in Kokrajhar, Baksa and Chirang district, reports Times of
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Security Forces (SFs) during a two-day-long operation from October 30 to 31 arrested one National Democratic Front of Bodoland- I.K. Songbijit (NDFB-IKS) militant and there overground workers in Kokrajhar, Baksa and Chirang district, reports Times of India. The arrested NDFB-IKS was identified as Jayanta Narzary. The Shillong Times adds that SFs recovered one Chinese AK-56, a US Made M2 Carbine, a .303 rifle, nine live rounds and four mobile phones
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SFs, in a joint operation, busted an under-construction hideout at Memandr in Shopian District in the house of Mohammad Shafi Sheikh on October 30, adds Daily Excelsior. Incriminating material was recovered during the searches.
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SFs, in a joint operation, busted an under-construction hideout at Memandr in Shopian District in the house of Mohammad Shafi Sheikh on October 30, adds Daily Excelsior. Incriminating material was recovered during the searches.
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October - 30 
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has stated that on the basis of information collected from the recent arrests and raids in the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) cases, it has been revealed that the FICNs were printed in Pakistan, reports The
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The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has stated that on the basis of information collected from the recent arrests and raids in the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) cases, it has been revealed that the FICNs were printed in Pakistan, reports The Times of India on October 30. Suresh Lathidariya, who was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) team in January 2017, has informed the ATS officials that he had been supplying FICNs in Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan. A local dealer used to bring FICNs from Bangladesh. Also, the FICNs with denomination of INR 500, and INR 2,000 were printed in Pakistan with the support of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Later, via Sea route, the FICNs were smuggled into Bangladesh, and from there to India via Malda District of West Bengal, said a senior ATS official [unidentified].
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October - 30 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 30 raided three residences of absconding businessman, Nasir Shafi Mir and his family including that of Fayaz Ahmad Mir at Lal Bazar area in Srinagar District in connection with terror funding case, r
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on October 30 raided three residences of absconding businessman, Nasir Shafi Mir and his family including that of Fayaz Ahmad Mir at Lal Bazar area in Srinagar District in connection with terror funding case, reports Daily Excelsior.The raids were conducted by the NIA, 10 months after a case was re-registered against Mir. He is accused of funding Hurriyat leaders and had fled the country after jumping bail.However, during the raids nothing was recovered and no one was arrested by the NIA. The NIA is trying to ascertain how Mir alias Babul managed to secure a passport from South and fled from the country.
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October - 30 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court on October 30 charged former Indian Military Intelligence officer Lt. Col. Shrikant P. Purohit, Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, and other five accused [unnamed] for their involvement in terrorist acti
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court on October 30 charged former Indian Military Intelligence officer Lt. Col. Shrikant P. Purohit, Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, and other five accused [unnamed] for their involvement in terrorist activities in 2008 Malegaon Blast case, reports The Tribune. The accused were associated with Abhinav Bharat Organisation (ABO) which was formed with objective of carrying out the terrorist attacks, said Justice Vinod Padalkar. All the accused have been charged under various Sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) [UA(P)] Act and the Indian Explosives Substance (IES) Act.
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October - 30 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) team has arrested an absconder in the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) case— Shukruddin Shek, from Malda District in West Bengal, reports One India News on October 30. The case is related to the recovery of F
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) team has arrested an absconder in the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) case— Shukruddin Shek, from Malda District in West Bengal, reports One India News on October 30. The case is related to the recovery of FICNs worth INR 82,000, with arrest of three accused—Dalim Mia, Ashok Kumbar, and Rajendra Patil from Chikkodi area in Belagavi District of Karnataka, on March 12, 2018. Shek was an absconder from several months. The NIA has managed to obtain Shek’s transit from Malda Court and will be produced before the NIA Special Court in Bengaluru, Karnataka by November 1, 2018.
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Twenty Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have surrendered before senior officials of Police in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh, reports News on Air on October 30. Police officials said that the surrendered Maoists will be provided ne
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Twenty Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have surrendered before senior officials of Police in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh, reports News on Air on October 30. Police officials said that the surrendered Maoists will be provided necessary assistance as per the rehabilitation policy of the State Government. The identities and other details are yet to be ascertained about the surrender of the Maoists.
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October - 30 
Two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants including nephew of JeM‘chief’, Moulana Masood Azhar, were killed in a gunfight with Security Forces (SFs) in Tral area of Pulwama District on October 30, reports Daily Excelsior.One of the slain militants has bee
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Two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants including nephew of JeM‘chief’, Moulana Masood Azhar, were killed in a gunfight with Security Forces (SFs) in Tral area of Pulwama District on October 30, reports Daily Excelsior.One of the slain militants has been identified as JeM ‘commander’ and sniper, Mohammad Usman Hyder and the other as Showkat Ahmad, a local militant of Tral area. According to sources, Usmanis nephew of Moulana Masood Azhar and was a sniper.Police said that two charred bodies of the militants have been recovered from the encounter site and searches in the area werecontinuing. They said that a Under Barrel Grenade Launcher(UBGL) has been recovered from the encounter site.
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October - 30 
Working Committee (WC) comprising of leaders of six Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) will be holding a crucial meeting with the Government of India’s interlocutor to the Naga political talks, R.N. Ravi on October 31, 2018, reports Nagaland Post
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Working Committee (WC) comprising of leaders of six Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) will be holding a crucial meeting with the Government of India’s interlocutor to the Naga political talks, R.N. Ravi on October 31, 2018, reports Nagaland Post on October 30. The talks are supposed to chart a blueprint for arriving at a solution adds the report.
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October - 30 
The US on October 30 said the recent removal of the ban onHafiz Saeed-led Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) and Falah-i-Insaniyat Foundation (FIF) runscounter to Pakistan's commitment to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)and would jeopardise thecountry's abil
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The US on October 30 said the recent removal of the ban onHafiz Saeed-led Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) and Falah-i-Insaniyat Foundation (FIF) runscounter to Pakistan's commitment to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)and would jeopardise thecountry's ability to meet its commitments to fight terrorism under the United Nation Security Council (UNSC) resolution. 2008 Mumbai attack mastermind Saeed's JuD and FIF are no longer on the listof banned outfits in Pakistan as the ordinance that proscribed them undera UN resolution has lapsed and the new Imran Khan-led Government didnot extend it."The expiration of the ban on JuD and FIF runs counter to Pakistan'scommitment to work with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) to address weaknesses in its counter-terrorism financingregime," a state department spokesperson said.The spokesperson was responding to a question on the recent lapse of the ordinance that led to lifting of the ban on the twooutfits."As we have said before, the United States is deeply concerned that this development will jeopardise Pakistan's ability to meetits commitments under UNSC Resolution 1267 to freeze and prevent the raising and moving of funds belongingto or associated with UN-designated terrorist groups," the spokesperson said.
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October - 30 
A Nepali Congress (NC) cadre was shot dead and seven others were injured in a clash with Nepal Communist Party (NCP) cadres in Ramnagar Rural Municipality of Sarlahi District in Province No. 2 on October 30, reports The Himalayan Times.The deceased h
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A Nepali Congress (NC) cadre was shot dead and seven others were injured in a clash with Nepal Communist Party (NCP) cadres in Ramnagar Rural Municipality of Sarlahi District in Province No. 2 on October 30, reports The Himalayan Times.The deceased has been identified as Ram Bilash Mahato, 60. Seven persons were hit by bullet shrapnel, lathis and stones. Mahadev Yadav, Shreenarayan Mahato, Bhojendra Mahato, Prem Narayan Mahato, Mukesh Prasad Kuswaha, Bibek Mahato and Pramod Sahani are being treated for injuries at a local health facility, said Police.NCP cadres had attacked ward Chair Ram Naresh Mahato last evening for allocating budget to development works unilaterally.
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October - 30 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) arrested seven militants with huge arms and ammunition in different overnight raids in Lalmonirhat District of Rangpur Division on October 31, reports New Age.
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) arrested seven militants with huge arms and ammunition in different overnight raids in Lalmonirhat District of Rangpur Division on October 31, reports New Age.
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October - 30 
The Election Commission (EC) on October 28 scrapped the registration of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), a component of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led 20-party alliance, making it clear that the party will not be able to contest the upcoming natio
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The Election Commission (EC) on October 28 scrapped the registration of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), a component of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led 20-party alliance, making it clear that the party will not be able to contest the upcoming national election, reports The Daily Star. A gazette notification was published in this regard as per the Representation of the People Order, 1972. The notice, signed by EC Secretary Helaluddin Ahmed, said the decision was made following a High Court verdict that declared JeI's registration illegal on August 1, 2013.
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October - 30 
The High Court (HC) on October 30 enhanced the punishment of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia from five years of imprisonment to 10 years in Zia Orphanage Trust Corruption case, reports Daily Star. The HC also upheld the 10
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The High Court (HC) on October 30 enhanced the punishment of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia from five years of imprisonment to 10 years in Zia Orphanage Trust Corruption case, reports Daily Star. The HC also upheld the 10 years' imprisonment handed to the Kazi Salimul Haque and Sharfuddin Ahmed in the same case. The court delivered the verdict after accepting a revision petition filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) seeking enhancement of the punishment of the BNP chief and dismissing the appeal of Khaleda, Kazi Saleemul Huq and Sharfuddin Ahmed are challenging the lower court verdict against them.
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October - 30 
A massive crowd gathered in the Sri Lankan capital Colombo on October 30 to show support to the ousted Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and protest against the President Maithripala Sirisena's unconstitutional power transfer, reports Colombo Page.
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A massive crowd gathered in the Sri Lankan capital Colombo on October 30 to show support to the ousted Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and protest against the President Maithripala Sirisena's unconstitutional power transfer, reports Colombo Page.The hurriedly organized 'Voice of Justice' protest by the United National Party (UNP) Members of Parliament drew tens of thousands of party supporters to the Kollupitiya Junction.Shouting slogans and displaying banners and placards party activists and supporters marched to the Liberty Roundabout and held a rally near the Temple Trees.The protest focused on the unconstitutionality of the appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa as new Prime Minister by President Maithripala Sirisena triggering a constitutional crisis.Although more than 2,600 police and 10 units of Special Task Force commandos were deployed for the protest, according to an AFP report, the protest was peaceful.The protesters demanded the President to reconvene the parliament, which he prorogued for three weeks to garner enough support in the House for the new Prime Minister Rajapaksa.
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October - 30 
37 Taliban militants were killed and six others were arrested by Afghan Security Forces after militants launched five coordinated attacks across Qarabagh, DehYek, Malistan and Ghazni (City) Districts in Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on Octobe
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37 Taliban militants were killed and six others were arrested by Afghan Security Forces after militants launched five coordinated attacks across Qarabagh, DehYek, Malistan and Ghazni (City) Districts in Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on October 30.
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October - 30 
Fourteen Taliban militants were killed by Security Forces in Maiwind District of Kandahar Province on October 30, reports Bakhtar News.
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Fourteen Taliban militants were killed by Security Forces in Maiwind District of Kandahar Province on October 30, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 30 
Nine Taliban militants were killed in an air-strike conducted by Afghan Air Force (AAF) in Khogyani District of Nangarhar Province on October 30, reports Khaama Press. Some equipment and arms were also destroyed in the air-strikes.
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Nine Taliban militants were killed in an air-strike conducted by Afghan Air Force (AAF) in Khogyani District of Nangarhar Province on October 30, reports Khaama Press. Some equipment and arms were also destroyed in the air-strikes.
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October - 30 
Taliban Spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid has confirmed that a group of five Taliban ‘leaders’ including Mullah Noorullah Noori, Mullah Khairullah Khairzada, Mullah Abdul Haq Wasiq, and Mawlavi Mohammad Nabi Omari previously released from Guantanamo detent
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Taliban Spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid has confirmed that a group of five Taliban ‘leaders’ including Mullah Noorullah Noori, Mullah Khairullah Khairzada, Mullah Abdul Haq Wasiq, and Mawlavi Mohammad Nabi Omari previously released from Guantanamo detention facility have arrived in Qatar and joined the Taliban ‘political leadership’ in their office in Qatar for peace talks, reports Khaama Press on October 31.
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October - 30 
Twenty-five people, including Provincial Council Chief and Deputy Army Chief for the western zone. were killed in an Army Helicopter has crashed in the Anar Dara District of Farah Province, reports Khaama Press on October 31. Provincial Governor’s Sp
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Twenty-five people, including Provincial Council Chief and Deputy Army Chief for the western zone. were killed in an Army Helicopter has crashed in the Anar Dara District of Farah Province, reports Khaama Press on October 31. Provincial Governor’s Spokesman Nasir Mehri confirmed the incident and said that the helicopter has crashed due to bad weather. However, Taliban militants also claimed responsibility for shooting down the helicopter.
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October - 30 
Two persons were injured in mine explosion in an unspecified District of Faryab Province on October 30, reports Bakhtar News.
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Two persons were injured in mine explosion in an unspecified District of Faryab Province on October 30, reports Bakhtar News.
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October - 30 
The Maldives’ Supreme Court has accepted the petition by the Prosecutor’s Office to consider and review the terrorism conviction of former President Mohamed Nasheed, reports Avas on October 30. Supreme Court bench has agreed to sanction the petition
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The Maldives’ Supreme Court has accepted the petition by the Prosecutor’s Office to consider and review the terrorism conviction of former President Mohamed Nasheed, reports Avas on October 30. Supreme Court bench has agreed to sanction the petition by the Prosecutor General's (PG) office. Nasheed lives in self-imposed exile most recently in Sri Lanka after he was allowed to leave to the United Kingdom (UK) on medical leave in an internationally brokered deal following his imprisonment on terrorism charges. He was sentenced to 13 years in prison over the arbitrary arrest and subsequent detention of a sitting judge while he [Nasheed] was President. Nasheed's return on November 1 was announced days after the opposition alliance secured a surprise victory in September 2018 Presidential elections. The Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has planned celebrations throughout the Maldives to welcome Nasheed back to the country.
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October - 31 
A Policeman who was critically injured in October 30’s Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attack in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh died in hospital in Raipur District on October 31, reports NDTV.Assistant Constable Rakesh Kaushal's deat
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A Policeman who was critically injured in October 30’s Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attack in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh died in hospital in Raipur District on October 31, reports NDTV.Assistant Constable Rakesh Kaushal's death takes the number of those killed in the attack to four.The 35-year-old, who was posted at the Aranpur Police Station in Dantewada, died this morning (October 31) at Raipur's Ramakrishna Care Hospital, a Police official said. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported on October 31, that a cameraperson and twoCentral Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were killed after CPI-Maoist cadres attacked the crew members of Doordarshan TV network near Nilawaya village under Aranapur Police Station limitsin Dantewada District on October 30, 2018. The injured Police personnel are identified as Vishnu Netam and Rakesh Kaushal.
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October - 31 
Chief Minister (CM) N. Biren Singh on October 31 said extortion rackets are active in the state but assured people that the problem will be solved once talks with militants and insurgent groups are completed, reports The Indian Express. CM N. Bren Si
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Chief Minister (CM) N. Biren Singh on October 31 said extortion rackets are active in the state but assured people that the problem will be solved once talks with militants and insurgent groups are completed, reports The Indian Express. CM N. Bren Singh said, “I can assure that once talks with various militant groups are completed, the problem (extortion menace) will be solved,” “Many insurgent groups are under Suspension of Operations (SoO), but there are others (who are active),” he said.
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October - 31 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) left a letter in Patrapuram village in Jayashankar Bhupalpally District of Telangana, appealing people to boycott the polls, reports The Times of India on November 1. Telangana Police clarified that the le
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) left a letter in Patrapuram village in Jayashankar Bhupalpally District of Telangana, appealing people to boycott the polls, reports The Times of India on November 1. Telangana Police clarified that the letter was issued by the CPI-Maoist and is not fake. In the letter issued in the name of Sabitha, who claimed herself as ‘secretary’ of Yeturru Nagaram- Mahadevpur Committee of CPI-Maoist, accused Chief Minister (CM), K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) of failing to keep various promises given in 2014 election. Maoists called KCR as dictator and appealed to revolt against him. She also asked people to confront and question the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) leaders who come to them asking for votes. The Maoists also criticised the TRS Government's move to go for early polls. "Ever since the State was formed, police force was strengthened by KCR and quelled the voice of protesters and jailed the people associated with civil society,’’ Sabitha wrote. The Maoists put eight demands in the letter seeking ban on open cast mining in Bhupalpally, Kashampalle and other places. Government should stop closing of schools in rural areas in the name of rationalization, it said. Also, three letters surfaced in the same District claiming to be issued by Maoists appealing for poll boycott.
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October - 31 
Five people, who posed as cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to extort money from local businessmen and other affluent people, have been arrested at Ghatshila sub-division in East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on October 31,
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Five people, who posed as cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to extort money from local businessmen and other affluent people, have been arrested at Ghatshila sub-division in East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on October 31, reports The New Indian Express.Two of those arrested hail from Jhargram District in neighbouring West Bengal, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Anoop Birtharay said.All five of them have confessed to their crime during interrogation, SSP, Birtharay said.Police have recovered five mobile phones and numerous sim cards used by them to make extortion calls in and around Ghatshila sub-division, he added. The identities of the arrestees are yet to be ascertained.
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October - 31 
In a letter to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA), the Indian Intelligence agencies warned that Kerala-based jihadi groups have opened business outlets in several parts of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) which facilitates Indians with criminal
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In a letter to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA), the Indian Intelligence agencies warned that Kerala-based jihadi groups have opened business outlets in several parts of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) which facilitates Indians with criminal background hiding in other Gulf countries to evade arrest in India, reports Zee News on October 31. Reportedly, the jihadi business outlets recruits economically weak Indians expats in the UAE and motivates them to adopt Islam as a religion. There are inputs that a jihadi group based in Kerala [unspecified] is collecting INR three crore in Qatar for managing the court cases of Muslim groups who participated in various protest in India. Their members in Qatar are also sending money to Kerala through Hawala (illegal money transfer) channels, said an official at UMHA [unidentified].
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October - 31 
Meanwhile, UCM with other valley based organisations organized a rally in Imphal to preserve the territorial integrity of the State, reports Epao.
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Meanwhile, UCM with other valley based organisations organized a rally in Imphal to preserve the territorial integrity of the State, reports Epao.
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October - 31 
Separately, United Peoples' Front (UPF), Suspension of Operation conglomerate of Kuki militant outfits, asserted the independent existence of hill tribes since time immemorial and cautioned against interfering with ‘political’ and ‘historical rights’
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Separately, United Peoples' Front (UPF), Suspension of Operation conglomerate of Kuki militant outfits, asserted the independent existence of hill tribes since time immemorial and cautioned against interfering with ‘political’ and ‘historical rights’ of Zo/Kuki community, reports Epao
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October - 31 
The bandh (total shut down) on October 31 called by the United Naga Council (UNC) in response to the mass rally organised by the United Committee Manipur (UCM) has put life in hill district particularly at Senapati district to a complete halt, report
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The bandh (total shut down) on October 31 called by the United Naga Council (UNC) in response to the mass rally organised by the United Committee Manipur (UCM) has put life in hill district particularly at Senapati district to a complete halt, reports Epao.
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October - 31 
The Public Action Committee (PAC) of Naga Council, Dimapur, held a rally at Khermahal junction in Dimapur town of Dimapur District, demanding an immediate stop of all forms “illegal tax collection” by Naga political groups and other organization, rep
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The Public Action Committee (PAC) of Naga Council, Dimapur, held a rally at Khermahal junction in Dimapur town of Dimapur District, demanding an immediate stop of all forms “illegal tax collection” by Naga political groups and other organization, reports The Telegraph. A fact-finding committee member Hekehvi Achumi said there were 86 unions in Dimapur out of which 41 unions, including government agencies and Naga political groups, were collecting illegal tax amounting to INR four billion crore to INR five billion annually. These organizations allegedly involve government agencies, various unions and organisations in and around Dimapur district. PAC members said the Government is yet to take any action on the report submitted by the team three years ago.
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October - 31 
The state government has decided to recruit 21 more former militants of the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) as home guards, reports The Telegraph. The appointment letters will be given by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at a programme to be hel
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The state government has decided to recruit 21 more former militants of the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) as home guards, reports The Telegraph. The appointment letters will be given by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at a programme to be held at Tiabon in Matialli block of Jalpaiguri on October 31 (today). Earlier, in July, 2018 State Government had handed over similar letters to 36 former KLO militants of Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar districts. They have undergone training and will be shortly posted in different locations.
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October - 31 
Five construction workers were killed and three others suffered injuries in an attack near Ganz, some 15kilometers west of Jewani town in Gwadar District of Balochistan on October 31, reports Dawn. According to official sources, the labourers were wo
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Five construction workers were killed and three others suffered injuries in an attack near Ganz, some 15kilometers west of Jewani town in Gwadar District of Balochistan on October 31, reports Dawn. According to official sources, the labourers were working at an under-construction house of a private housing scheme on Peshkan-Ganz road, which links Gwadar with Jewani, when a group of unidentified assailants riding motorcycles appeared on the scene and opened fire on the workers. Security officials identified four of the deceased as Naeem Ahmed and Hunzullah, resident of Karachi (Sindh), Irshad Ali of Sukkur (Sindh), and Muhammad Shakir of Multan (Punjab). The fifth deceased could not be identified so far.Two of the three injured were identified as Shamsullah and Muhammad Rahim
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Following the Supreme Court decision acquitting and ordering the release of Asia Bibi, the supporters of Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) took the streets in several parts of the country, reports The Nation.TLP staged protests in the major cities inc
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Following the Supreme Court decision acquitting and ordering the release of Asia Bibi, the supporters of Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) took the streets in several parts of the country, reports The Nation.TLP staged protests in the major cities including, Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Multan and main highways were blocked.The Punjab Home Department has imposed Section 144 barring the gathering of people in public places. Section 144 has been imposed across the province from October 31 to November 10. TLP Chairman Khadim Hussain Rizvi called for countrywide protests and lead a protest staged at Charing Cross, Mall Road, Lahore. The Lahore-Islamabad Motorway was blocked at Sheikhupura. The GT Road has also been blocked.In Islamabad main roads and areas of Faizabad, Aabpara, and Kashmir Highway adjacent to Aabpara have been blocked by protesters
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October - 31 
Meanwhile, Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan on October 31 fully backed the Supreme Court’s decision in the Asia Bibi case, warning protesters against clashing with the State, reports Daily Times.“I’m here only because a Supreme Court verdict was announ
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Meanwhile, Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan on October 31 fully backed the Supreme Court’s decision in the Asia Bibi case, warning protesters against clashing with the State, reports Daily Times.“I’m here only because a Supreme Court verdict was announced today. The way a small section reacted to it and the language they used … I am forced to address you,” the PMsaid hours after Supreme Courtacquitted Asia Bibi. “The decision of the judges is according to the constitution and Pakistan’s constitution is in line with the teachings of Islam,” he said.“Some elements are inciting you to violence for their own political gains, you should not get trapped by them for the sake of the country, they are doing no service to Islam,” he said in the televised broadcast. He noted that because of Pakistan’s efforts, the European Court of Human Rights was forced to agree that disrespect of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) was unlawful. “Our faith is incomplete if we don’t love Prophet [Peace Be Upon Him],” he said.
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October - 31 
The Supreme Court on October 31 overturned the conviction of Asia Bibi, a Christian facing execution for blasphemy, reports Daily Times.A three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar, with Justice Asif Saeed Khosa and Justice Mazhar Ala
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The Supreme Court on October 31 overturned the conviction of Asia Bibi, a Christian facing execution for blasphemy, reports Daily Times.A three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar, with Justice Asif Saeed Khosa and Justice Mazhar Alam Khan Miankhel its members, had reserved its ruling on Asia Bibi’s final legal appeal against execution on October 8.“The appeal is allowed. She has been acquitted. The judgement of the high court as well as the trial court is reversed. Her conviction is set aside,” the Chief Justice said while announcing the verdict to a packed courtroom. “She is to be released forthwith if not required in any other case,” he added. The 56-page detailed judgement was authored by Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar, with a separate concurrent opinion note from Justice Khosa.“It is a well settled principle of law that one who makes an assertion has to prove it. Thus, the onus rests on the prosecution to prove guilt of the accused beyond reasonable doubt throughout the trial,” the order noted. “Presumption of innocence remains throughout the case until such time the prosecution on the evidence satisfies the court beyond reasonable doubt that the accused is guilty of the offence alleged against him,” it added.“Keeping in mind the evidence produced by the prosecution against the alleged blasphemy committed by the appellant, the prosecution has categorically failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt,” the verdict concluded. “It is not for the individuals, or a gathering (mob), to decide as to whether any act falling within the purview of Section 295-C has been committed or not, because as stated earlier, it is the mandate of the court to make such decision after conducting a fully qualified trial and on the basis of credible evidence brought before it,” it maintained.“Blasphemy is a serious offence but the insult of the appellant’s religion and religious sensibilities by the complainant party and then mixing truth with falsehood in the name of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) was also not short of being blasphemous,” Justice Khosa said in his note.
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October - 31 
Nepali Congress (NC) on October 31 issued a 24-hour ultimatum to local administration to book the guilty in killing of 60-year-old Ram Bilas Mahato who was shot in a clash between NC and Nepal Communist Party (NCP) cadres in Ramnagar Rural Municipali
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Nepali Congress (NC) on October 31 issued a 24-hour ultimatum to local administration to book the guilty in killing of 60-year-old Ram Bilas Mahato who was shot in a clash between NC and Nepal Communist Party (NCP) cadres in Ramnagar Rural Municipality of Sarlahi District in Province No. 2 on October 30, reports The Himalayan Times. In the wake of the incident, NC senior leader Bimalendra Nidhi, Party spokesperson Bishwa Prakash Sharma and Lawmaker Amresh Singh of Province No. 2 including others met Chief District Officer Drona Pokhrel and filed a four-point memorandum. The party has demanded Mahato to be declared a martyr, intimidate arrest of the guilty, relief to victim’s kin and free treatment of those injured.
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October - 31 
A special operational team of RAB raided a tin-shed room in village Mushrat Modati of Lalmonirhat and arrested five Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) operatives on October 31. The arrested were identified as regional coordinator of ABT Hasan Ali alias Lal
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A special operational team of RAB raided a tin-shed room in village Mushrat Modati of Lalmonirhat and arrested five Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) operatives on October 31. The arrested were identified as regional coordinator of ABT Hasan Ali alias Lal, 38, its central Shura member Asmat Ali alias Laltu, 27, members of its extremist wing Shafiul Islam Saddam, 28, Abu Nayeem Mister, 19, and Ali Hossain, 25. The elite force also recovered two foreign pistols, two magazines, four bullets, explosives and devices for making bombs, books and leaflets propagating extremism and four mobile phones from them
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October - 31 
In an identical raid, the RAB arrested two Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) operatives in a roadside area in village Rasulganj Sahebdanga of Lalmonirhat in possession of books and leaflets propagating extremism on October 31. The arrested JMB op
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In an identical raid, the RAB arrested two Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) operatives in a roadside area in village Rasulganj Sahebdanga of Lalmonirhat in possession of books and leaflets propagating extremism on October 31. The arrested JMB operatives were identified as Tamizul Islam, 39, and Sunnai Islam Sunna, 21.
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October - 31 
In another blow to President Maithripala Sirisena, Sri Lanka's Attorney General Jayantha Jayasuriya on October 31 refused to endorse the President's dismissal of the Prime Minister for a former strongman accused of rights abuses, the clearest sign ye
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In another blow to President Maithripala Sirisena, Sri Lanka's Attorney General Jayantha Jayasuriya on October 31 refused to endorse the President's dismissal of the Prime Minister for a former strongman accused of rights abuses, the clearest sign yet the move may be unconstitutional, reports Daily Mail. Jayasuriya's refusal bolstered Wickremesinghe's claim that the President acted outside the constitution by dumping him for Mahinda Rajapakse, a former President who ruled with an iron fist for a decade.
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October - 31 
Meanwhile, a group of civil society representatives has met with Speaker Karu Jayasuriya on October 31 to hand over a petition urging to reconvene Parliament immediately to establish democracy in the country, reports Colombo Page. The Office of the S
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Meanwhile, a group of civil society representatives has met with Speaker Karu Jayasuriya on October 31 to hand over a petition urging to reconvene Parliament immediately to establish democracy in the country, reports Colombo Page. The Office of the Speaker in a statement said the petition which contained approximately 16,000 signatures obtained through internet was handed over to the Speaker, urging Speaker Karu Jayasuriya to reconvene Parliament immediately to establish democracy in the country.The petition also requests the state officials to refrain from adhering to illegal directives, the statement said.
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October - 31 
Separately, Nava Sama Samaja Party Leader Wickramabahu Karunaratne on October 31 said they would launch a massive trade union action and a riot in protest of President’s decision to remove Ranil Wickremesinghe as Prime Minister and proroguing Parliam
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Separately, Nava Sama Samaja Party Leader Wickramabahu Karunaratne on October 31 said they would launch a massive trade union action and a riot in protest of President’s decision to remove Ranil Wickremesinghe as Prime Minister and proroguing Parliament unconstitutionally, reports Daily Mirror. He told a news conference that the country had plunged into a serious crisis and requested the President to restore democracy in the country by convening Parliament immediately. “President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa were acting against the Constitution disregarding Parliament. We consider this a political coup,” he said.
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October - 31 
203rd Thunder Corps of the Afghan Military statement said that the Afghan Air Force (AAF) carried out air-strikes in Maidanak, Perugi, Shap, Dargari, Qala Kohna, Nasratabad, Mullah Hussain, and Laiq areas along the Highway No. 1 across unspecified Di
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203rd Thunder Corps of the Afghan Military statement said that the Afghan Air Force (AAF) carried out air-strikes in Maidanak, Perugi, Shap, Dargari, Qala Kohna, Nasratabad, Mullah Hussain, and Laiq areas along the Highway No. 1 across unspecified Districts in Ghazni Province leaving at least 39 militants dead and eight others injured, reports Khaama Press on November 1.
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October - 31 
Afghan forces The United States (US) Forces and Resolute Support Commander in Afghanistan General Austin Scott Miller said in a interview that “we're going on offense against the Taliban,” adding that a more aggressive posture was needed because of h
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Afghan forces The United States (US) Forces and Resolute Support Commander in Afghanistan General Austin Scott Miller said in a interview that “we're going on offense against the Taliban,” adding that a more aggressive posture was needed because of heavy casualties among Afghan forces, reports Tolo News on November 1. "My assessment is the Taliban also realizes they cannot win militarily. So, if you realize you can't win militarily at some point, fighting is just, people start asking why. So, you do not necessarily wait us out, but I think now is the time to start working through the political piece of this conflict", he added. Miller said, "we are more in an offensive mindset and don't wait for the Taliban to come and hit [us]". "So that was an adjustment that we made early on. We needed to because of the amount of casualties that were being absorbed." Afghan Security Forces suffered 1,000 casualties in August and September, according to the Pentagon. Miller has eliminated layers of approval for the troops advising the Afghans, giving them the authority to make decisions and move quickly around the battlefield as the need arises, and moving troops and equipment to areas where they can advise and empower the Afghan military and police in their fight against the Taliban. These expeditionary advisory teams are intended to move to areas where they can join up with reliable partners, specific who the US and NATO leaders are confident have stronger capabilities and can take on the Taliban. The US advisers can bring overhead surveillance, fire support, and medevac capabilities with them.
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October - 31 
Meanwhile, 16 militants including two from Pakistan were killed during the operations of the Afghan Forces in Waghez District of Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on November 1.
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Meanwhile, 16 militants including two from Pakistan were killed during the operations of the Afghan Forces in Waghez District of Ghazni Province, reports Khaama Press on November 1.
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October - 31 
One militant surrendered his weapons to the Security Forces and joined the peace process in an unspecified District of Farah Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 31.
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One militant surrendered his weapons to the Security Forces and joined the peace process in an unspecified District of Farah Province, reports Bakhtar News on October 31.
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October - 31 
Seven people were killed and 14 other injured in a suicide bombing attack carrying employees of Pul-e-Charkhi Prison near the Pul-e-Charkhi prison in Kabul City(District) the national capital in Kabul Province on October 31, reports Tolo News. The ex
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Seven people were killed and 14 other injured in a suicide bombing attack carrying employees of Pul-e-Charkhi Prison near the Pul-e-Charkhi prison in Kabul City(District) the national capital in Kabul Province on October 31, reports Tolo News. The explosion was caused because of a suicide bomber, adds Khaama Press.
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October - 31 
Three militants were killed in an air-strike conducted by United States (US) in Choni area in Gardez District the capital of Paktia Province, reports Khaama Press on November 1
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Three militants were killed in an air-strike conducted by United States (US) in Choni area in Gardez District the capital of Paktia Province, reports Khaama Press on November 1
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October - 31 
United States (US) Defense Secretary James Mattis has said any US military role would be conditioned based and would be determined in coordination with the Government of the day, once peace was achieved in Afghanistan. “Any US military coalition role
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United States (US) Defense Secretary James Mattis has said any US military role would be conditioned based and would be determined in coordination with the Government of the day, once peace was achieved in Afghanistan. “Any US military coalition role after the peace is reached, would be conditions-based, worked out with the Afghan government and depend on the threat,” Mattis said in response to a question in Washington. D.C. The new Special US Envoy in Afghan reconciliation, he said, is working hard on reconciliation, which is the part of the new South Asia Strategy of four R and one S, which is sustain it.“First R was to regionalize the approach, you did not start with Afghanistan, come up with a strategy, say, "well I guess now we'd better look at the countries around it and see what do we do as far as their inclusion?" We started outside and worked our way inside,” Mattis said. “Next we recognized we had to put more troops in. But the reason we had to reinforce it, the second R. Was for the third reason, realign those troops to supporting the Afghan security forces, directly by training, advising and assisting,” he said. “What we had done was is created an army, and then we pulled the training wheels off too early, and in that I mean that only the Afghan special forces had mentors from NATO nations with them. And every time they went against the enemy, the Taliban, they won against the enemy,” he said. But spread out in penny packets around the country, were Afghan security forces that US had pulled all mentoring away from. “So we were going to look at this as a regional problem, reinforce the troops and realign them so that more Afghan forces had our mentors with them, with NATO air support,” Mattis said. With NATO air forces overhead, no longer prohibited from supporting the Afghan army would be able to always own the high ground. “And that changes the tactical situation. It is protection of the people is what we are trying to do there so in some cases, we surrendered ground where few if any people lived since it's not a matter of militaries holding ground,” he said. The Afghan Security Forces, he said, has prevented the Taliban from doing what they said they were going to do, which was to take and hold district and provincial centers, also disrupt an election that they were unable to disrupt.“But the most important R was the fourth R, reconciliation. And on that, you saw Ambassador Khalilzad has been presented with the portfolio. Those of you who know him, know him as a force of nature,” Mattis said.
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October - 31 
A No-Confidence motion determined by the General Purpose Committee of People’s Majlis against its Speaker—Abdulla Maseeh Mohamed in July 2017, to be authentic and scheduled for November 1 [today], reports Maldives Times. In July 2017, the no-confiden
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A No-Confidence motion determined by the General Purpose Committee of People’s Majlis against its Speaker—Abdulla Maseeh Mohamed in July 2017, to be authentic and scheduled for November 1 [today], reports Maldives Times. In July 2017, the no-confidence motion was filed and signed by 45 Members of Parliament (MPs). However, the motion failed when 13 MPs of the Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) who signed the motion, left the party and the Elections Commission decided that those MPs have lost their Parliamentarian seats and the 42 signatures needed for the motion, are no longer valid. After filing the motion with 51 signatures of MPs at the end of the last month [October], the joint Parliamentary group of the opposition coalition decided that the MP for Maamiligi Constituency in Raa Atoll— Qasim Ibrahim, will be replacing Maseeh.
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*Data till , May 07, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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