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March - 1 
A day after the LTTE was proscribed in the United Kingdom, the British High Commission in Colombo said, on March 1, "The UK continues to believe that the only way to find a permanent solution to the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka is through a negotiate
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A day after the LTTE was proscribed in the United Kingdom, the British High Commission in Colombo said, on March 1, "The UK continues to believe that the only way to find a permanent solution to the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka is through a negotiated settlement which address the aspirations of all communities within a unitary state. The UK will continue to support the Norwegians in their efforts to facilitate peace talks. The UK strongly urges both the Government of Sri Lanka and the LTTE to begin peace talks as soon as possible".
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March - 1 
The Sri Lankan Army said troops in the Muhamalai general area killed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel, on March 1. Also, upon information provided by local residents two more rebel cadres were arrested, on the same day, by troops in Ko
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The Sri Lankan Army said troops in the Muhamalai general area killed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel, on March 1. Also, upon information provided by local residents two more rebel cadres were arrested, on the same day, by troops in Kodikamam, 24km north of Jaffna, on the A-9 Highway.
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March - 1 
The Sri Lnakan Army said in a news release that Air Force jets bombarded and destroyed the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) barracks in Iyakachchi, 4km north of Eelephant Pass, on March 1, 2001. The number of LTTE casualties are not known bu
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The Sri Lnakan Army said in a news release that Air Force jets bombarded and destroyed the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) barracks in Iyakachchi, 4km north of Eelephant Pass, on March 1, 2001. The number of LTTE casualties are not known but are believed to be high. Other sources said the Charles Anthony Brigade is housed in the Iyakachchi barracks.
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March - 2 
On the political front, Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar thanked his Indian counterpart for representing to the British government to ban the LTTE there. Kadirgamar also said the government was holding talks with Australia, France and Norway to g
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On the political front, Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar thanked his Indian counterpart for representing to the British government to ban the LTTE there. Kadirgamar also said the government was holding talks with Australia, France and Norway to get the LTTE proscribed in those countries. Talks with South Africa have not yet commenced, Kadirgamar added.
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March - 2 
Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, said the LTTE had set free two Sinhalese fishermen who were in its custody since December 2000.
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Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, said the LTTE had set free two Sinhalese fishermen who were in its custody since December 2000.
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March - 3 
The Sri Lankan Army said the liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) once again violated their unilateral cease-fire and killed four persons and injured one more on March 3, in Wahalkada, in Wanni. Separately, two suspected LTTE have been arrested in
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The Sri Lankan Army said the liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) once again violated their unilateral cease-fire and killed four persons and injured one more on March 3, in Wahalkada, in Wanni. Separately, two suspected LTTE have been arrested in the Giant Tank general area, Mannar, also on March 3.
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March - 4 
In a separate development, India’s High Commissioner in Colombo, Gopal Krishna Gandhi visited the Chavakachcheri sector on March 4. He also met with the Mayor of Jaffna and Parliament Members of the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF). They discusse
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In a separate development, India’s High Commissioner in Colombo, Gopal Krishna Gandhi visited the Chavakachcheri sector on March 4. He also met with the Mayor of Jaffna and Parliament Members of the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF). They discussed the situation in the war-ravaged areas. Gandhi also had meetings with government officials and the military top brass.
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March - 4 
Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim arrived in Colombo on March 4. He is scheduled to meet President Kumaratunga and other political leaders. Details of his itinerary in Sri Lanka are yet not known. Solheim is on his third visit to the country in the
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Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim arrived in Colombo on March 4. He is scheduled to meet President Kumaratunga and other political leaders. Details of his itinerary in Sri Lanka are yet not known. Solheim is on his third visit to the country in the year 2001. His visit is taking place after Britain proscribed the LTTE.
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On the political front, Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim left Sri Lanka after meeting President Chandrika Kumaratunga for over an hour on March 4, and later briefing Leader of the Opposition Ranil Wickremasinghe and Indian High Commissioner Gopal K
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On the political front, Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim left Sri Lanka after meeting President Chandrika Kumaratunga for over an hour on March 4, and later briefing Leader of the Opposition Ranil Wickremasinghe and Indian High Commissioner Gopal Krishna Gandhi, a day later on March 5. The details of the discussions are yet not known but Solheim reportedly held consultations on a host of Confidence Building Measures (CBMs) that could be instituted between the LTTE and government forces.
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March - 4 
The Sri Lankan Army said troops on patrol in Indulpitiyawa near Mahasorawwa in Wanni discovered a deserted base of the Liberation Tiegrs of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), on March 4.
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The Sri Lankan Army said troops on patrol in Indulpitiyawa near Mahasorawwa in Wanni discovered a deserted base of the Liberation Tiegrs of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), on March 4.
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March - 6 
A media report said the Sri Lankan Navy would soon be inaugurating its Air Arm and recent additions to the Air Force had increased its fire, which had enabled it to strafe LTTE positions successfully.
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A media report said the Sri Lankan Navy would soon be inaugurating its Air Arm and recent additions to the Air Force had increased its fire, which had enabled it to strafe LTTE positions successfully.
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March - 6 
Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels were killed in an ambush laid by troops in the Kumburupiddi general area, some 20km away from Trincomalee, on March 6. The Sri Lankan army said troops attacked a group of 30 rebels and some more mi
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Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels were killed in an ambush laid by troops in the Kumburupiddi general area, some 20km away from Trincomalee, on March 6. The Sri Lankan army said troops attacked a group of 30 rebels and some more might have been injured.
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March - 6 
In a significant development, the Army extended the general amnesty period to deserters till March 14, 2001 and said all those deserters having personal problems, and are above 35 years of age, who return to duty would be honourably discharged.
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In a significant development, the Army extended the general amnesty period to deserters till March 14, 2001 and said all those deserters having personal problems, and are above 35 years of age, who return to duty would be honourably discharged.
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March - 6 
In another incident the rebels fired mortar shells towards the forward defence lines in the Kilaly lagoon general area and Ariyali general area, on March 6, and wounded three government troops. In a separate development, troops and the rebels clashed
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In another incident the rebels fired mortar shells towards the forward defence lines in the Kilaly lagoon general area and Ariyali general area, on March 6, and wounded three government troops. In a separate development, troops and the rebels clashed in the Varany general area. There were, however, no casualties in the incident.
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March - 6 
In another incident, one soldier succumbed to his injuries, on March 6. He was injured in a rebel attack in the jungles near Kaddupuvarasakulam village, Weli Oya. Separately, another soldier was wounded in a mine explosion on the same day, in the Che
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In another incident, one soldier succumbed to his injuries, on March 6. He was injured in a rebel attack in the jungles near Kaddupuvarasakulam village, Weli Oya. Separately, another soldier was wounded in a mine explosion on the same day, in the Chenkaladi general area, Batticaloa.
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March - 6 
The army further said one LTTE rebel committed suicide at his hideout in Mannar town, also on March 6, even as security forces surrounded it and were all set to storm in.
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The army further said one LTTE rebel committed suicide at his hideout in Mannar town, also on March 6, even as security forces surrounded it and were all set to storm in.
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March - 6 
The United States Ambassador in Sri Lanka visited the Jaffna peninsula and attended a meeting with the Government Agent for Jaffna, on March 6. He was also briefed by Army officers at the Palaly military base.
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The United States Ambassador in Sri Lanka visited the Jaffna peninsula and attended a meeting with the Government Agent for Jaffna, on March 6. He was also briefed by Army officers at the Palaly military base.
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March - 7 
A separate development, police in the Wanni, at Santhasolai, Vavuniya, arrested five persons and recovered some arms from their possession. Their identity is yet to be established.
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A separate development, police in the Wanni, at Santhasolai, Vavuniya, arrested five persons and recovered some arms from their possession. Their identity is yet to be established.
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March - 7 
Naval troops fired at unidentified persons in the Katupalliya near Mannar town. These persons left behind cans of fuel they were carrying and fled from the scene.
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Naval troops fired at unidentified persons in the Katupalliya near Mannar town. These persons left behind cans of fuel they were carrying and fled from the scene.
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March - 7 
On March 7, the United States’ Ambassador in Sri Lanka, Ashley Willis said in a message to the residents of Jaffna that his country rejects the idea of an independent Tamil state. He further said his country regarded the LTTE as a terrorist organizat
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On March 7, the United States’ Ambassador in Sri Lanka, Ashley Willis said in a message to the residents of Jaffna that his country rejects the idea of an independent Tamil state. He further said his country regarded the LTTE as a terrorist organization, and did not believe it was the sole representative of the Tamil people.
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March - 7 
The Sri Lankan Army said government troops killed one Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel on in the Nagarkovil general area, on March 7. Also on the same day, in Ariyali, the rebels fired mortar shells at the forward defence line.
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The Sri Lankan Army said government troops killed one Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel on in the Nagarkovil general area, on March 7. Also on the same day, in Ariyali, the rebels fired mortar shells at the forward defence line.
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March - 8 
It has been announced that the Air Force would be celebrating its Golden Jubilee Anniversary on March 9. Also, the annual budget is being presented in Parliament today, March 8, 2001. For the year 2000, Sri Lanka had allotted a total of SLR 80.43 bil
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It has been announced that the Air Force would be celebrating its Golden Jubilee Anniversary on March 9. Also, the annual budget is being presented in Parliament today, March 8, 2001. For the year 2000, Sri Lanka had allotted a total of SLR 80.43 billion for the defence forces battling the LTTE rebels since the past 18 years.
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March - 8 
On March 8, the American Embassy in Colombo quoted its ambassador, Ashley Wills, as saying during a visit to Jaffna that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) have showed signs of giving up its ‘terrorist tactics’ and the United States may reco
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On March 8, the American Embassy in Colombo quoted its ambassador, Ashley Wills, as saying during a visit to Jaffna that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) have showed signs of giving up its ‘terrorist tactics’ and the United States may reconsider a ban on them if they shed violence completely. The US had proscribed the LTTE as a "foreign terrorist organisation" in October 1997.
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March - 8 
The Army announced on March 8 that a total of 10 LTTE rebels had surrendered in the Eastern province during the months of January and February.
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The Army announced on March 8 that a total of 10 LTTE rebels had surrendered in the Eastern province during the months of January and February.
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March - 8 
The Deputy Minister for Finance presented the Budget proposals for the year 2001 on March 8. The government has made a provision of SLR 75 billion for defence during the current year. Expenditure on defence during the year 2001 amounted to nearly 60
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The Deputy Minister for Finance presented the Budget proposals for the year 2001 on March 8. The government has made a provision of SLR 75 billion for defence during the current year. Expenditure on defence during the year 2001 amounted to nearly 60 per cent of the total expenditure, the Minister said, and went on to add that it was because of a sudden escalaltion in the war with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels. It hovered somewhere between 70 and 80 billion rupees.
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March - 9 
A delayed report said troops took into custody the resident of a refugee camp in Vavuniya and in possession of a hand grenade on March 9. Also on the same day, naval troops arrested a civilian in Salli near Trincomalee. Further details are yet not kn
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A delayed report said troops took into custody the resident of a refugee camp in Vavuniya and in possession of a hand grenade on March 9. Also on the same day, naval troops arrested a civilian in Salli near Trincomalee. Further details are yet not known.
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March - 9 
In a separate development, one LTTE cadre surrendered in Uva, also on March 9. The Army said he belongs to Thekkathieve, Batticaloa.
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In a separate development, one LTTE cadre surrendered in Uva, also on March 9. The Army said he belongs to Thekkathieve, Batticaloa.
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March - 10 
The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels on March 10 shelled the positions of troops in the Ariyalai general area. There were no casualties in the shelling. In the Wanni, troops recovered landmines and some tents and ut
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The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels on March 10 shelled the positions of troops in the Ariyalai general area. There were no casualties in the shelling. In the Wanni, troops recovered landmines and some tents and utensils presumably left behind by a group of LTTE rebels in Pawakkulam, also on March 10.
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March - 12 
Police in Dehiwela arrested five LTTE cadres on March 12. One of the arrested persons was a member of the suicide squad that nearly killed President Chandrika Kumaratunga at an election rally in Colombo, in December 1999.
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Police in Dehiwela arrested five LTTE cadres on March 12. One of the arrested persons was a member of the suicide squad that nearly killed President Chandrika Kumaratunga at an election rally in Colombo, in December 1999.
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March - 12 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga, on March 12, appointed Justice P.H.K. Kulatilaka, Judge of the Court of Appeal to inquire into the Bindunuwewa Rehabilitation Camp incident on October 25, 2000. The Commission has been given a period of three months t
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga, on March 12, appointed Justice P.H.K. Kulatilaka, Judge of the Court of Appeal to inquire into the Bindunuwewa Rehabilitation Camp incident on October 25, 2000. The Commission has been given a period of three months to inquire and report on the following. 1. The circumstances that led to the incident, resulting in the deaths of 27 inmates and injuries to 14 others. 2. The administration of the Rehabilitation Camp at Bindunuwewa and the conduct of public officers in relation to the incident. 3. Person or persons directly or indirectly responsible for (a) bringing about the incident and (b) causing injuries to persons or the deaths of inmates. 4.Critera applicable to the admission of persons to rehabilitation centres and the location of such centres. Methods adopted in the rehabilitation of persons admitted to such centres. 5.Measures necessary to prevent the recurrence of such incidents and the remedial measures if any, to be taken in this regard, and to make such recommendation with reference to any of the matters that have been inquired into under the terms of this Warrant.
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March - 12 
The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels on March 12 hurled a hand grenade at a security forces patrol and in the exchange of fire that followed one soldier was killed. Casualties on the LTTE’s side are immediately know
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The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels on March 12 hurled a hand grenade at a security forces patrol and in the exchange of fire that followed one soldier was killed. Casualties on the LTTE’s side are immediately known. In another incident also on the same day, two LTTE rebels were killed in clashes with troops in the Sittaru general area, 25km south of Trincomalee.
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March - 13 
The Sri Lankan Army said three government troops were injured in Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) mortar shelling in the Kilaly, Karathivu and Ariyali general areas, on March 13.
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The Sri Lankan Army said three government troops were injured in Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) mortar shelling in the Kilaly, Karathivu and Ariyali general areas, on March 13.
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March - 14 
A news report said that 13 LTTE rebels had surrendered in the Eastern province till date in the year 2001. Two of them surrendered to the authorities on March 14, and had revealed that the LTTE leadership was forcing Tamil youth working in plantation
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A news report said that 13 LTTE rebels had surrendered in the Eastern province till date in the year 2001. Two of them surrendered to the authorities on March 14, and had revealed that the LTTE leadership was forcing Tamil youth working in plantations to join up in the LTTE.
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March - 14 
In a separate development, security forces shot dead a woman LTTE cadre in Muhamalai, on the same day. In another incident, a security forces patrol party engaged a group of LTTE rebels in Weli Oya near the Kent Farm and killed one rebel cadre.
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In a separate development, security forces shot dead a woman LTTE cadre in Muhamalai, on the same day. In another incident, a security forces patrol party engaged a group of LTTE rebels in Weli Oya near the Kent Farm and killed one rebel cadre.
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March - 14 
In a separate development, the British House of Commons on March 14 approved the newly prepared list of terrorist orgamisations that would be proscribed in Britain as part of the Terrorism Act 2000. 279 Members voted in favour of the move while 17 vo
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In a separate development, the British House of Commons on March 14 approved the newly prepared list of terrorist orgamisations that would be proscribed in Britain as part of the Terrorism Act 2000. 279 Members voted in favour of the move while 17 voted against. The matter is due to core up for voting before the House of Lords on March 19.
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March - 15 
The Sri Lankan Army, meanwhile, said four government troops were wounded in mortar shelling by LTTE rebels in Kodikamam area, on March 15. It has also alleged that the LTTE shelling increasing every passing day. In another incident, one soldier on pa
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The Sri Lankan Army, meanwhile, said four government troops were wounded in mortar shelling by LTTE rebels in Kodikamam area, on March 15. It has also alleged that the LTTE shelling increasing every passing day. In another incident, one soldier on patrol duty in the Muhamalai general area was wounded in a mine blast, also on March 15. A day earlier, on March 14, one LTTE rebel was shot dead by troops at a place north of Omanthai, in Wanni. In yet another incident, on March 15, security force personnel engaged a group of LTTE rebels in Illuppukulam near Ampara. There, however, were no casualties in the incident.
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March - 16 
Official sources in Colombo said, on March 16, that nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels were either killed or seriously wounded in clashes with troops at Karadiyankadu, South of Eluthmadduval, in the Jaffna peninsula, on March 13.
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Official sources in Colombo said, on March 16, that nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels were either killed or seriously wounded in clashes with troops at Karadiyankadu, South of Eluthmadduval, in the Jaffna peninsula, on March 13.
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March - 16 
The Indian External Affairs Ministry said Norwegian Peace Envoy Eric Solheim called on External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh and the New Foreign Secretary Chokila Iyer and apprised them both of the progress of the peace process in Sri Lanka. Solhei
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The Indian External Affairs Ministry said Norwegian Peace Envoy Eric Solheim called on External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh and the New Foreign Secretary Chokila Iyer and apprised them both of the progress of the peace process in Sri Lanka. Solheim is likely to go to Sri Lanka once again shortly to continue with his peace efforts.
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March - 16 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) alleged on March 16 that Sri Lankan Air Force (SLAF) jets had conducted an air raid over Kombavil in the Puthukudiyiruppu area, in Wanni, in the evening on March 16. At least one person was seriously injure
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) alleged on March 16 that Sri Lankan Air Force (SLAF) jets had conducted an air raid over Kombavil in the Puthukudiyiruppu area, in Wanni, in the evening on March 16. At least one person was seriously injured in the incident.
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March - 17 
According to official sources, estimated 4,000 army deserters returned to their respective regiments during the amnesty period, which ended on March 9.
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According to official sources, estimated 4,000 army deserters returned to their respective regiments during the amnesty period, which ended on March 9.
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March - 17 
According to official sources, Norwegian peace envoy Erik Solheim and Norway's ambassador in Colombo, Jon Westberg, are expected to meet leader of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) Velupillai Prabhakaran in Wanni region after their return f
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According to official sources, Norwegian peace envoy Erik Solheim and Norway's ambassador in Colombo, Jon Westberg, are expected to meet leader of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) Velupillai Prabhakaran in Wanni region after their return from India where they are currently briefing the leaders on the peace initiative. Solheim is also expected to convey the Sri Lankan leadership the understanding reached with the LTTE on the forthcoming peace talks.
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March - 17 March - 18
The Sri Lankan Army said on March 19 that troops attacked and destroyed rebels bunkers in the Nagarkovil general area on March 17 killing six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels. Three troops were injured in the incident. In another incide
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The Sri Lankan Army said on March 19 that troops attacked and destroyed rebels bunkers in the Nagarkovil general area on March 17 killing six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels. Three troops were injured in the incident. In another incident, one soldier was wounded in a mine blast in the Chavakachcheri general area. In a separate development, a soldier deserted his camp on March 18, fled with his service weapon and later shot at a civilian in Pulmaddai, near Trincomalee.
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March - 18 
In a separate development, the Sri Lankan media said on March 21 that LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran speaking on March 18, while inaugurating the LTTE –run kangaroo courts in the Wanni said, Justice and law should be honoured regardless of emotio
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In a separate development, the Sri Lankan media said on March 21 that LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran speaking on March 18, while inaugurating the LTTE –run kangaroo courts in the Wanni said, Justice and law should be honoured regardless of emotions and other relationships". He went on to add, "Judgements should be delivered without any bias governed only by justice and conscience. Laws made to perpetuate the whims and fancies of rulers need to be changed to suit the present social conditions".
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March - 18 
On the basis of a recent confession obtained from a suspect arrested in September 2000, Police reported, on March 18, that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) had attempted to undertake a suicide mission against a Sri Lankan minister of Tamil
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On the basis of a recent confession obtained from a suspect arrested in September 2000, Police reported, on March 18, that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) had attempted to undertake a suicide mission against a Sri Lankan minister of Tamil origin, Arumugam Thondaman. This revelation follows the confession from the LTTE suspect who was arrested while working in the minister’s Colombo residence. The suspect had, for six months refused to confess to his LTTE connections.
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March - 18 
Tamil sources said that a human rights activist and lawyer in Batticaloa was reported to have been arrested, on March 18, by the Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) of the Sri Lanka Police. The lawyer was reported to have been taken to Colombo in
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Tamil sources said that a human rights activist and lawyer in Batticaloa was reported to have been arrested, on March 18, by the Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) of the Sri Lanka Police. The lawyer was reported to have been taken to Colombo in connection with an investigation by the TID into the activities of the LTTE.
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March - 19 
A news report, meanwhile, said Canada’s House of Commons commenced a debate on a new legislation tilted "Charities Registration (Security Information) Act. The Act seeks to deny tax exemption to charities made to organisations that either directly en
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A news report, meanwhile, said Canada’s House of Commons commenced a debate on a new legislation tilted "Charities Registration (Security Information) Act. The Act seeks to deny tax exemption to charities made to organisations that either directly engage in terrorist activities or support such acts. The LTTE has several front organisations in Canada and these indulge in fund raising activities there.
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March - 19 March - 20
In a separate development, a soldier was injured in a grenade explosion in the Ponnar general area on March 19. In another incident, four LTTE rebels were killed and two government troops wounded in an ambush laid by troops at Ethavatunuwewa East vil
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In a separate development, a soldier was injured in a grenade explosion in the Ponnar general area on March 19. In another incident, four LTTE rebels were killed and two government troops wounded in an ambush laid by troops at Ethavatunuwewa East village, near Weli Oya, on March 20.
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March - 19 
On the political front, pro-Tamil sources said, the Opposition Member of Parliament representing Jaffna, Thiyagarajah Maheswaran accused in Parliament that Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar has betrayed the Tamil people for keeping his post. He ha
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On the political front, pro-Tamil sources said, the Opposition Member of Parliament representing Jaffna, Thiyagarajah Maheswaran accused in Parliament that Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar has betrayed the Tamil people for keeping his post. He had also criticised the budget proposals and said the budget had nothing for the Tamil people.
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March - 19 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga now on a visit to several European countries met the European Commission President President Romano Prodi in Brussels and had said that if the LTTE was really in four of talks her government was ready to begin talks
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga now on a visit to several European countries met the European Commission President President Romano Prodi in Brussels and had said that if the LTTE was really in four of talks her government was ready to begin talks
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March - 19 
The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels fired mortar shells at troop positions along the forward defence line in Ariyalai East, on March 19. There were no casualties in the shelling. In another incident, troops clashed
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The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels fired mortar shells at troop positions along the forward defence line in Ariyalai East, on March 19. There were no casualties in the shelling. In another incident, troops clashed with LTTE rebels in the Nagarkovil general area, also on March 19. There were no casualties in this incident, too.
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March - 20 
In separate incidents on March 20, a soldier and a naval rating were wounded in the Chavakachcheri and Karativu general areas respectively.
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In separate incidents on March 20, a soldier and a naval rating were wounded in the Chavakachcheri and Karativu general areas respectively.
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March - 20 
On the political front, President Chandrika Kumaratunga currently on a visit to several European capitals met Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim and Foreign Minister Thorbjoern Jagland in the Belgian capital, Brussels, March 20. They had discussions
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On the political front, President Chandrika Kumaratunga currently on a visit to several European capitals met Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim and Foreign Minister Thorbjoern Jagland in the Belgian capital, Brussels, March 20. They had discussions on the ongoing peace process with Norwegian facilitation.
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March - 21 
A Sri Lankan military spokesperson said, on March 21 cadres of the naval wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE), the Sea Tigers attacked two Dovra class fast attack craft of the Sri Lankan Navy. Five government naval personnel are missing
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A Sri Lankan military spokesperson said, on March 21 cadres of the naval wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE), the Sea Tigers attacked two Dovra class fast attack craft of the Sri Lankan Navy. Five government naval personnel are missing while 13 more have been rescued. One Dovra craft was damaged in the attack. The vessels were attacked some eight nautical miles east of Mullaitivu. The LTTE’s clandestine Voice of Tigers radio, meanwhile, claimed that it had sunk of the boats and had captured another and confiscated all its weaponry. It also admiited that four Sea Tigers were killed in the incident.
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March - 21 
In a separate development, government troops on a dominating patrol in the Jaffna peninsula confronted a group of LTTE rebels and killed one, on March 21, in the Muhamalai general area.
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In a separate development, government troops on a dominating patrol in the Jaffna peninsula confronted a group of LTTE rebels and killed one, on March 21, in the Muhamalai general area.
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March - 21 
On the political front, President Chandrika Kumaratunga arrived in London and is due to meet British Prime Minister Tony Blair. Britain had recently proscribed the LTTE.
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On the political front, President Chandrika Kumaratunga arrived in London and is due to meet British Prime Minister Tony Blair. Britain had recently proscribed the LTTE.
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March - 21 
Pro-Tamil sources alleged that four persons were killed and 11 others wounded when Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets and Naval gun-boats attacked the coastal villages of Chundikulam and Puthumaathalan, north-eastern Mullaithivu district, on March 21.
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Pro-Tamil sources alleged that four persons were killed and 11 others wounded when Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets and Naval gun-boats attacked the coastal villages of Chundikulam and Puthumaathalan, north-eastern Mullaithivu district, on March 21.
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March - 21 
Security force personnel took into custody four suspected LTTE rebels in the Uppukulam general area, in Vankalai, Mannar, a day earlier, on March 21.
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Security force personnel took into custody four suspected LTTE rebels in the Uppukulam general area, in Vankalai, Mannar, a day earlier, on March 21.
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March - 21 
The Naval Headquarters in Colombo, meanwhile, announced, on March 22, that 15 LTTE rebels were killed and 15 more wounded in the rebel attack on Dovra craft off Mullaithivu, on March 21.
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The Naval Headquarters in Colombo, meanwhile, announced, on March 22, that 15 LTTE rebels were killed and 15 more wounded in the rebel attack on Dovra craft off Mullaithivu, on March 21.
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March - 22 March - 23
Army sources also reported that two soldiers were injured in separate incidents at Muhamalai and Colombuthurai on 22 March and 23 March respectively whilst they were clearing LTTE mines.
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Army sources also reported that two soldiers were injured in separate incidents at Muhamalai and Colombuthurai on 22 March and 23 March respectively whilst they were clearing LTTE mines.
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March - 22 
Naval troops, on March 22, recovered the body of LTTE rebel killed in an ambush, earlier on March 21, four km away from Trincomalee.
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Naval troops, on March 22, recovered the body of LTTE rebel killed in an ambush, earlier on March 21, four km away from Trincomalee.
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March - 22 
On March 22, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) announced that the Christmas Cease-fire they had declared in 2000 would be extended by another month till April 24. The LTTE, however, warned that its cadres would resume attacks if government
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On March 22, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) announced that the Christmas Cease-fire they had declared in 2000 would be extended by another month till April 24. The LTTE, however, warned that its cadres would resume attacks if government troops failed to reciprocate and continued with their military operations. The LTTE also said that it had lost 133 cadres since its cease-fire came into effect. The LTTE said in a statement released from its headquarters in the Wanni, "The LTTE leadership has decided to extend its self-imposed truce for another month to help to generate a congenial atmosphere of peace and to provide further time and space for the Norwegian facilitatory efforts to bring the parties in conflict to the negotiating table".
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March - 22 
The Sri Lankan Army said one soldier was wounded in mortar shelling by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on March 22, in the Nagarkovil general area. Also on the same day, two LTTE rebels were killed in the Ethawetunuwewa general area,
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The Sri Lankan Army said one soldier was wounded in mortar shelling by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on March 22, in the Nagarkovil general area. Also on the same day, two LTTE rebels were killed in the Ethawetunuwewa general area, five km east of Weli Oya.
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March - 22 
The United States’ Ambassador to Sri Lanka said on March 22 that he ‘did not dismiss Tamil aspirations but ruled out their demand for Eelam. He said the purpose of his speech in Jaffna was to show respect for the Tamil people by speaking honestly to
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The United States’ Ambassador to Sri Lanka said on March 22 that he ‘did not dismiss Tamil aspirations but ruled out their demand for Eelam. He said the purpose of his speech in Jaffna was to show respect for the Tamil people by speaking honestly to them about his government's view.
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March - 23 
Even as the LTTE announced its extension of the cease-fire Sri Lankan Air Force jets raided and destroyed the ‘Beirut Base’ of the LTTE, 35 km west of Batticaloa, on March 23.
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Even as the LTTE announced its extension of the cease-fire Sri Lankan Air Force jets raided and destroyed the ‘Beirut Base’ of the LTTE, 35 km west of Batticaloa, on March 23.
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March - 23 
Five Sri Lankan Army personnel were reported injured in separate mortar attacks by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Muhamalai, Nagarkovil and Arialai on March 23. One LTTE rebel was reported killed in sniper fire at Mumamalai.
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Five Sri Lankan Army personnel were reported injured in separate mortar attacks by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Muhamalai, Nagarkovil and Arialai on March 23. One LTTE rebel was reported killed in sniper fire at Mumamalai. In Trincomalee, a rebel was killed after troops attacked an LTTE bunker. In Batticaloa, a soldier and a rebel were killed. The incident occurred when two soldiers were taking a rebel into custody and the arrested rebel snatched one soldier’s weapon. In the same area, a rebel was killed in a separate incident at Santhively.
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March - 23 
The Army alleged that LTTE rebels abducted 11 farmers near Pottuvil, in Ampara. On the other hand, pro-Tamil sources, on March 23, alleged that government troops shot dead three civilians in Batticaloa.
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The Army alleged that LTTE rebels abducted 11 farmers near Pottuvil, in Ampara. On the other hand, pro-Tamil sources, on March 23, alleged that government troops shot dead three civilians in Batticaloa.
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March - 23 March - 24
The Sri Lankan Army said one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel was killed by government troops in the Nagarkovil general area, Jaffna peninsula, on March 24. Four more rebels were reportedly killed in an ambush laid by troops in the Etawe
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The Sri Lankan Army said one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel was killed by government troops in the Nagarkovil general area, Jaffna peninsula, on March 24. Four more rebels were reportedly killed in an ambush laid by troops in the Etawetunuwewa general area, five km east of Weli Oya, also on March 24. Separately, a soldier was wounded in LTTE firing at Valachchenai, Batticaloa, on March 23, a delayed report stated.
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March - 24 
In an interview to Indian English news daily, Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim said India fully supported Norway’s facilitation in resolving the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka. He also said India knew full well that peace could be established only wi
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In an interview to Indian English news daily, Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim said India fully supported Norway’s facilitation in resolving the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka. He also said India knew full well that peace could be established only with the LTTE’s participation in the peace talks, though India has proscribed the organisation there. Commenting on whether the LTTE, in his opinion, has given up the demand for a separate state, Solheim said, "The conflict in Sri Lanka has lasted very long and is extremely complicated and can never be resolved by Norway. The Government and the LTTE have to talk directly and then try to find the solutions. There are no quick fixes and talks will certainly be protracted. But talking is much better than fighting".
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March - 24 
On the political front, a group of Tamil parties such as the Tami United Liberation Front (TULF) the All Ceylon Tamil Congress (ACTC), the Eelam People’s Revolutionary Liberation Front (EPRLF), and the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation (TELO) decid
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On the political front, a group of Tamil parties such as the Tami United Liberation Front (TULF) the All Ceylon Tamil Congress (ACTC), the Eelam People’s Revolutionary Liberation Front (EPRLF), and the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation (TELO) decided at a meeting in Colombo, on March 24, to call upon the international community to recognize the "Tamils’ right to self determination". The participants were of the view that the Sri Lankan government, by refusing to agree to a cease-fire in the war against the LTTE, was not in favour of finding a peaceful solution to the ethnic conflict.
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March - 24 
On the political front, President Chandrika Kumaratunga met British Prime Minister Tony Blair, on March 24, and discussed issues of bilateral interest, including the recently implemented Terrorism Act 2001.
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On the political front, President Chandrika Kumaratunga met British Prime Minister Tony Blair, on March 24, and discussed issues of bilateral interest, including the recently implemented Terrorism Act 2001.
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March - 24 
Police in Jaffna seized a huge haul of sophisticated weapons and ammunition, on March 24, including anti-aircraft weapons and automatic firearms. Investigation is on to nab five LTTE cadres who are believed to have transshipped these weapons to Jaffn
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Police in Jaffna seized a huge haul of sophisticated weapons and ammunition, on March 24, including anti-aircraft weapons and automatic firearms. Investigation is on to nab five LTTE cadres who are believed to have transshipped these weapons to Jaffna.
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March - 24 
Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) Secretary General R. Sampanthan said, on March 24, "The Sri Lankan government can be no longer unconcerned with the safety and security and well being of the Tamil people, particularly when (the LTTE), has extende
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Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) Secretary General R. Sampanthan said, on March 24, "The Sri Lankan government can be no longer unconcerned with the safety and security and well being of the Tamil people, particularly when (the LTTE), has extended its unilateral cease-fire for another month". He added, "The safety, security and the well being of the Tamil people must no longer be subordinated to the exigencies of military strategies."
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March - 24 
The Sri Lankan Army said one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel was killed by government troops in the Nagarkovil general area, Jaffna peninsula, on March 24. Four more rebels were reportedly killed in an ambush laid by troops in the Etawe
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The Sri Lankan Army said one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel was killed by government troops in the Nagarkovil general area, Jaffna peninsula, on March 24. Four more rebels were reportedly killed in an ambush laid by troops in the Etawetunuwewa general area, five km east of Weli Oya, also on March 24. Separately, a soldier was wounded in LTTE firing at Valachchenai, Batticaloa, on March 23, a delayed report stated.
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March - 24 
The Sri Lankan media said, on March 24, President Chandrika Kumaratunga is one of the probable runners for the office of the United Nations Secretary General. Secretary General Kofi Annan has already announced his intention to run for a second consec
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The Sri Lankan media said, on March 24, President Chandrika Kumaratunga is one of the probable runners for the office of the United Nations Secretary General. Secretary General Kofi Annan has already announced his intention to run for a second consecutive term.
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March - 25 
According to official sources, on March 25, six rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in two encounters in the northeastern Weli Oya region. Further details were not available. Separately, air raids continued in the Pooner
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According to official sources, on March 25, six rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in two encounters in the northeastern Weli Oya region. Further details were not available. Separately, air raids continued in the Pooneryn area in northern Sri Lanka following reports of a rebel build-up.
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March - 25 
On the same day, troops in Wanni claimed to have attacked an LTTE base in Pukkulam, North of Kalpitiya. Troops said they had seized three boats, three motors, 19 grenades, three T56 magazines, 200 rounds of T56 ammunition, 10 hand grenades, five shot
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On the same day, troops in Wanni claimed to have attacked an LTTE base in Pukkulam, North of Kalpitiya. Troops said they had seized three boats, three motors, 19 grenades, three T56 magazines, 200 rounds of T56 ammunition, 10 hand grenades, five shot guns, a pair of binoculars, a 20 l can of kerosene, four diving flippers and five damaged boats. The rebels however, managed to escape before the raid.
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March - 25 
The Sri Lankan Army said, on March 27, troops in Walikamam, near Kopai Junction, Jaffna peninsula, laid an ambush and killed one bicycle-bound Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel, on March 25. His associated had fled from the scene, the Arm
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The Sri Lankan Army said, on March 27, troops in Walikamam, near Kopai Junction, Jaffna peninsula, laid an ambush and killed one bicycle-bound Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel, on March 25. His associated had fled from the scene, the Army added. Also on the same day, LTTE cadres fired mortar shells at troops’ positions, in Nagarkovil. There were, however, no casualties in the firing. In the Waani two LTTE rebels hurled hand grenades at Kasavapuliyankulam, 6km east of Vavuniya, also on March 25. There were no casualties reported in this incident either.
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March - 25 
Timely intervention by the authorities foiled an alleged rebel plot to engineer a prison riot in the North. The incident occurred on March 25, when a group of LTTE rebels in the Jaffna Prison attempted to storm a section where some arrested soldiers
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Timely intervention by the authorities foiled an alleged rebel plot to engineer a prison riot in the North. The incident occurred on March 25, when a group of LTTE rebels in the Jaffna Prison attempted to storm a section where some arrested soldiers were being held. Joint action by Prison officials, the Police and Army helped to bring the situation under control.
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March - 26 
The Army further stated that two soldiers on foot patrol were killed in a booby trap laid by LTTE rebels while they were about to break into a deserted house, on March 26, in the Chavakachcheri general area. A day later, separately, LTTE rebels fired
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The Army further stated that two soldiers on foot patrol were killed in a booby trap laid by LTTE rebels while they were about to break into a deserted house, on March 26, in the Chavakachcheri general area. A day later, separately, LTTE rebels fired at troops’ positions along the forward defence line in the Nagarkovil general area. There were no casualties in the incident. Also on the same day, troops and the rebels clashed at Vempotukerni, 4.5 km away from Eluththumadduval. While there were no casualties on the side of government forces, four LTTE cadres might have been killed in the clashes.
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March - 26 
The Tamil news source, Tamilnet.com reported, on March 26, that three persons were missing following army operations in the southern extreme of Mannar.
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The Tamil news source, Tamilnet.com reported, on March 26, that three persons were missing following army operations in the southern extreme of Mannar.
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March - 27 
In Batticaloa, 17 LTTE rebels had surrendered in the year 2001, till March 27, the Army said.
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In Batticaloa, 17 LTTE rebels had surrendered in the year 2001, till March 27, the Army said.
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March - 27 
Pro-Tamil sources said, on March 27, the Army had warned civilians to stay at least four km away from LTTE areas because the Air Force is due to conduct raids on rebel bases and positions.
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Pro-Tamil sources said, on March 27, the Army had warned civilians to stay at least four km away from LTTE areas because the Air Force is due to conduct raids on rebel bases and positions.
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March - 27 
The Sri Lankan Army said three women cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in clashes with troops at a place north of Kiriibbanwewa, in the Weli Oya region, on March 27. Four more LTTE cadres were killed in Weli Oya, in cl
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The Sri Lankan Army said three women cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in clashes with troops at a place north of Kiriibbanwewa, in the Weli Oya region, on March 27. Four more LTTE cadres were killed in Weli Oya, in clashes with troops near Janakapura, also on March 27.
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March - 28 
On the political front, President Chandrika Kumaratunga is due to meet her French counterpart Jaques Chirac and Prime Minister Lionel Jospin, today, March 28. Kumaratungs is expected to urge a monitoring of the LTTE’s, as well as it front organisatio
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On the political front, President Chandrika Kumaratunga is due to meet her French counterpart Jaques Chirac and Prime Minister Lionel Jospin, today, March 28. Kumaratungs is expected to urge a monitoring of the LTTE’s, as well as it front organisations’, activities in France and discuss measures for the same.
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March - 28 
On the same day, March 28, LTTE rebels fired mortar shells at troops in the Koddodai and Nagarkovil general areas. There were no casualties on either side in thus incident. Separately, Naval troops attacked a group of rebels in the Kilaly general are
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On the same day, March 28, LTTE rebels fired mortar shells at troops in the Koddodai and Nagarkovil general areas. There were no casualties on either side in thus incident. Separately, Naval troops attacked a group of rebels in the Kilaly general area with machine gun fire and inflicted heavy damage, the Army said, but gave no details of either the damage or casualties suffered by the rebels.
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March - 28 
Security forces said, eyewitness accounts confirmed that a Sinhala civilian was abducted on March 28 by suspected LTTE rebels and spotted being taken towards Pallikudirippu, 20km south of Trincomalee. Investigations into the incident are on.
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Security forces said, eyewitness accounts confirmed that a Sinhala civilian was abducted on March 28 by suspected LTTE rebels and spotted being taken towards Pallikudirippu, 20km south of Trincomalee. Investigations into the incident are on.
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March - 28 
The House of Lords, on March 28, gave its consent to the Terrorism Act 2000, (Proscribed Organisations) (Amendment) Order 2001, and, thus, pave the way for the Order to come into force. The House of Commons has already approved the order. The Order p
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The House of Lords, on March 28, gave its consent to the Terrorism Act 2000, (Proscribed Organisations) (Amendment) Order 2001, and, thus, pave the way for the Order to come into force. The House of Commons has already approved the order. The Order proscribed the LTTE in the United Kingdom.
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March - 28 
Troops arrested two suspected LTTE rebels in the Mannar town, on March 28.
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Troops arrested two suspected LTTE rebels in the Mannar town, on March 28.
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March - 29 
A former LTTE rebel, who was for some time also a cadre of the People’s Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE), was found dead and his body was discovered in the Batticaloa lagoon, near Santhiveli, on March 29.
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A former LTTE rebel, who was for some time also a cadre of the People’s Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE), was found dead and his body was discovered in the Batticaloa lagoon, near Santhiveli, on March 29.
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March - 29 
Contradicting the Army’s claims, pro-rebel sources contended that government troops abandoned their operations to capture a strategic point between Eluthumadduval and Nagar Kovil in Jaffna's southeastern sector in the wake of heavy resistance from th
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Contradicting the Army’s claims, pro-rebel sources contended that government troops abandoned their operations to capture a strategic point between Eluthumadduval and Nagar Kovil in Jaffna's southeastern sector in the wake of heavy resistance from the rebels. The strategic point links the Army’s Nagarkovil base with the A-9 Highway. Control of this point has made possible the rebels’ access to the lagoon near Nagarkovil.
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March - 29 
On the political front, French President Jacques Chirac assured visiting Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga that his country would share intelligence information on the LTTE’s fund raising, human trafficking and drug peddling activities.
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On the political front, French President Jacques Chirac assured visiting Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga that his country would share intelligence information on the LTTE’s fund raising, human trafficking and drug peddling activities.
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March - 29 
The Mayor of Jaffna, N Raviraj, expressed his displeasure at the speech made by the US Ambassador in Sri Lanka, Ashley Willis, at the Jaffna Public Library, earlier in March, 2001, on the rights of Tamils. Raviraja said, "We strongly condemn the US a
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The Mayor of Jaffna, N Raviraj, expressed his displeasure at the speech made by the US Ambassador in Sri Lanka, Ashley Willis, at the Jaffna Public Library, earlier in March, 2001, on the rights of Tamils. Raviraja said, "We strongly condemn the US ambassador's speech that was made with a view to rejecting the principle of the Tamil people's homeland".
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March - 29 
The Sri Lankan Army said on March 29 that, a day earlier, Air Force jets raided Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bases in the areas ahead of the forward defence line in the Nagarkovil general area. Though details of casualties suffered by the
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The Sri Lankan Army said on March 29 that, a day earlier, Air Force jets raided Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bases in the areas ahead of the forward defence line in the Nagarkovil general area. Though details of casualties suffered by the rebels and the damage inflicted upon the LTTE’s war machinery are immediately not available, it is believed that both were high. Soon after the air raid, ground troops launched offensives and either killed or seriously injured seven rebel cadres.
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March - 29 
The Sri Lankan Army said two government troops were wounded in Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) mortar shelling towards the forward defene line, in the Nagarkovil general area, on March 29. One more soldier was wounded in an explosion set off
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The Sri Lankan Army said two government troops were wounded in Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) mortar shelling towards the forward defene line, in the Nagarkovil general area, on March 29. One more soldier was wounded in an explosion set off by the LTTE rebels in Ariyalai.
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March - 30 
A media report stated that a staff correspondent of the Lake House group’s Thinakaran, a Tamil Daily, who had been arrested in January 2001, was released on March 30, without any cahrges being framed against him. He was held under the provisions of t
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A media report stated that a staff correspondent of the Lake House group’s Thinakaran, a Tamil Daily, who had been arrested in January 2001, was released on March 30, without any cahrges being framed against him. He was held under the provisions of the Prevention of Terrorism Act while he was in Colombo to attend a private function. The release was made possible due to the instructions of the Attorney General.
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*Data till , May 02, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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