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April - 1 
Even while reiterating Turkey's concern over cross-border terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, Turkey's Prime Minister, Bulent Ecevit, now on a visit to India, on April 1, called on India to resume peace talks with Islamabad. He also supported, as an 'imp
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Even while reiterating Turkey's concern over cross-border terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, Turkey's Prime Minister, Bulent Ecevit, now on a visit to India, on April 1, called on India to resume peace talks with Islamabad. He also supported, as an 'important step' to fight the menace of terrorism, India's proposal for a global convention on terrorism. He added that Turkey is backing New Delhi's draft on the United Nations Convention on International Terrorism, talks on which will be held in September 2000. Prime Minister Ecevit met Indian Prime Minister A B Vajpayee and discussed terrorism in the region, including developments in Afghanistan, among other issues. Later, speaking at a banquet hosted by India's President, K.R. Narayanan, the Turkish Prime Minister pointed to the similarity that India shared with Turkey, which too was a victim of internationally sponsored terrorism but chose to deal with it in a democratic way.
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April - 1 
In an earlier action on April 1, troops and local police raided an ULFA camp inside Dilli forest near Namrup. The camp was deserted at the time of the raid.
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In an earlier action on April 1, troops and local police raided an ULFA camp inside Dilli forest near Namrup. The camp was deserted at the time of the raid.
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April - 1 
In reply to a question raised in the Jammu and Kashmir State Assembly, the government stated, on April 1, that more than 21,000 people had been killed in incidents related to the 10-year-old insurgency in the State. Of these 8,180 were civilians and
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In reply to a question raised in the Jammu and Kashmir State Assembly, the government stated, on April 1, that more than 21,000 people had been killed in incidents related to the 10-year-old insurgency in the State. Of these 8,180 were civilians and 2,152 were security officers. 2,656 died in exchanges of fire between security forces and militants, while an additional 10,999 militants have been killed in attacks by security forces.
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April - 1 
Militants shot at a civilian in Palhallan, Baramulla, on April 1 who later succumbed to injuries at a hospital.
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Militants shot at a civilian in Palhallan, Baramulla, on April 1 who later succumbed to injuries at a hospital.
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April - 1 
The Central Bureau of Investigations (CBI) on April 1, arrested a person in Kalimpong, West Bengal on suspicion of involvement in the IC 814 hijacking of December 1999. According to the CBI, the suspect supplied the revolver and grenades to the hijac
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The Central Bureau of Investigations (CBI) on April 1, arrested a person in Kalimpong, West Bengal on suspicion of involvement in the IC 814 hijacking of December 1999. According to the CBI, the suspect supplied the revolver and grenades to the hijackers. This arrest has shed light on the growing network of Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence in the area according to the police. Security forces also believe that various North-eastern insurgent groups have begun to set up safe houses in the region.
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April - 1 
The interrogation of a Pakistani militant arrested in Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, on April 1, has revealed his involvement in the bomb blast incident in Agra, ahead of the US President, Bill Clinton's visit to the city.
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The interrogation of a Pakistani militant arrested in Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, on April 1, has revealed his involvement in the bomb blast incident in Agra, ahead of the US President, Bill Clinton's visit to the city.
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Three militants were killed in separate encounters while four militant hide-outs were destroyed by security forces in different parts of the state on April 1 and 2. Militants also killed a civilian and abducted another. A joint team of Army men and
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Three militants were killed in separate encounters while four militant hide-outs were destroyed by security forces in different parts of the state on April 1 and 2. Militants also killed a civilian and abducted another. A joint team of Army men and Special Operations Group (SOG) conducting operations in the Kulnar forest in Kupwara district, killed a self-styled district commander of pro-Pakistan militant outfit, Tehreek-E-Jehad-E-Islami.
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April - 1 
Following intelligence reports, the US State Department, on April 1, issued a warning to American citizens in Karachi that there was a likelihood of militant groups attempting to kidnap an American citizen in the coming week. American citizens were a
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Following intelligence reports, the US State Department, on April 1, issued a warning to American citizens in Karachi that there was a likelihood of militant groups attempting to kidnap an American citizen in the coming week. American citizens were asked to adopt precautions for the next few days. In a follow-up to this warning, the Karachi police have announced that security has been stepped up for American citizens and establishments in the city.
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April - 1 April - 2
Sri Lanka’s security forces claimed to have brought the situation under control at Elephant Pass, in Northern Sri Lanka, after the latest Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attack that was launched by the Tiger rebels on March 26 under Operation
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Sri Lanka’s security forces claimed to have brought the situation under control at Elephant Pass, in Northern Sri Lanka, after the latest Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attack that was launched by the Tiger rebels on March 26 under Operation Unceasing Waves III. Security Forces have killed 31 LTTE cadres and have injured another six on April 1 and April 2, in ongoing battles.
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April - 2 
A civilian was abducted by militants from Laribal-Tral, Pulwama district.
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A civilian was abducted by militants from Laribal-Tral, Pulwama district.
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April - 2 
A militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba was killed in an encounter with security forces at Bazipora-Ajas, Baramulla district.
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A militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba was killed in an encounter with security forces at Bazipora-Ajas, Baramulla district.
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April - 2 
A Pakistani militant was killed in another encounter with troops in Kaskendha, Rajouri district. Some weapons were recovered in the incident.
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A Pakistani militant was killed in another encounter with troops in Kaskendha, Rajouri district. Some weapons were recovered in the incident.
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April - 2 
A spokesman for the Assam Police said on April 2 that Bangladesh authorities had arrested 62 suspected insurgents belonging to various militant outfits operating in India’s Northeast region prior to the visit to Bangladesh of United States President
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A spokesman for the Assam Police said on April 2 that Bangladesh authorities had arrested 62 suspected insurgents belonging to various militant outfits operating in India’s Northeast region prior to the visit to Bangladesh of United States President Bill Clinton. Those arrested belonged to United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF). The arrests were made during a massive anti-terrorist drive and the offensive was meant to flush out militants who could pose a threat to Clinton's security.
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April - 2 
Five Tripura militants were arrested in two separate incidents on April 2. In a raid conducted by Assam Rifles in Tamakari, West Tripura district, two collaborators of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) were arrested.
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Five Tripura militants were arrested in two separate incidents on April 2. In a raid conducted by Assam Rifles in Tamakari, West Tripura district, two collaborators of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) were arrested.
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April - 2 
Following peace accords signed with the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland -Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), reports on April 2 indicate that the Union Government is likely to sign a peace accord with the National So
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Following peace accords signed with the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland -Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), reports on April 2 indicate that the Union Government is likely to sign a peace accord with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K) by April 10. This is expected to pave the way for political discussions to settle the Naga political problem. Feelers have been sent by the NSCN (K) to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs following considerable losses faced by the outfit in a fierce offensive launched by Myanmarese junta on camps of India's Northeast militant groups during March 2000.
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April - 2 
In Baramulla district, two persons were killed and three others injured
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In Baramulla district, two persons were killed and three others injured
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April - 2 
In Dessa, Doda district police recovered the body of a person abducted by militants on April 2.
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In Dessa, Doda district police recovered the body of a person abducted by militants on April 2.
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April - 2 
In the second incident, security forces arrested three collaborators of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) from Fatikroy, North Tripura district.
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In the second incident, security forces arrested three collaborators of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) from Fatikroy, North Tripura district.
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April - 2 
Meanwhile eight people abducted by the NLFT from different areas of Tripura district were released on April 2.
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Meanwhile eight people abducted by the NLFT from different areas of Tripura district were released on April 2.
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April - 2 
Meanwhile, the confession of an arrested Inter Services Intelligence (ISI)-sponsored terrorist has revealed that bowing to pressure from Chinese authorities, the Pakistan Army gunned down 19 Uighar Muslim extremists from China’s Xinjiang province wh
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Meanwhile, the confession of an arrested Inter Services Intelligence (ISI)-sponsored terrorist has revealed that bowing to pressure from Chinese authorities, the Pakistan Army gunned down 19 Uighar Muslim extremists from China’s Xinjiang province who were part of a Taliban training camp in Pakistan.
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April - 2 
One person, moving around an army camp, was shot dead by troops in Sonawar on April 2.
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One person, moving around an army camp, was shot dead by troops in Sonawar on April 2.
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April - 2 
Security forces arrested four Muslim United Liberation tigers of Assam (MULTA) rebels near Rangamati, on April 2.
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Security forces arrested four Muslim United Liberation tigers of Assam (MULTA) rebels near Rangamati, on April 2.
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April - 2 
Security forces continued their cordon and search operations throughout the State and rounded up several suspected militants besides recovering some arms and ammunition.
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Security forces continued their cordon and search operations throughout the State and rounded up several suspected militants besides recovering some arms and ammunition.
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April - 2 
Security forces raided and destroyed four militant hideouts, one each in Srinagar, Pulwama, Banihal and Kupwara. Several explosives, detonators, grenades and ammunition was seized in the operations.
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Security forces raided and destroyed four militant hideouts, one each in Srinagar, Pulwama, Banihal and Kupwara. Several explosives, detonators, grenades and ammunition was seized in the operations.
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April - 2 
The only decision reached after four days of negotiations between Civil Aviation department officials of India and Nepal was to "meet at the earliest possible time again". The talks were held to facilitate the resumption of Indian Airlines flights f
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The only decision reached after four days of negotiations between Civil Aviation department officials of India and Nepal was to "meet at the earliest possible time again". The talks were held to facilitate the resumption of Indian Airlines flights from Kathmandu, suspended after the December hijack of IC 814. The next phase of talks are likely to take place within the next two to three weeks.
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April - 2 
Three doctors were arrested on charges of treating a wounded leftwing extremist, Naxalite, in East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh. Sambiah, an area commander, was brought to the Alert Hospital and then shifted to Chaitanya nursing home, Rajahmund
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Three doctors were arrested on charges of treating a wounded leftwing extremist, Naxalite, in East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh. Sambiah, an area commander, was brought to the Alert Hospital and then shifted to Chaitanya nursing home, Rajahmundry, and then taken to Kakinada. The doctors were later released on bail. The medical association saw these arrests as an affront to the profession, for as doctors it was their duty to treat patients. But the police said that it was the responsibility of the medical community to inform them about all medico-legal cases.
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April - 2 
In a separate development, MQM leaders had a meeting, on April 2, with the acting High Commissioner of Canada in Pakistan and the Executive Director of the Canada Parliamentary Center and briefed them on the missing activists, extra-judicial killings
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In a separate development, MQM leaders had a meeting, on April 2, with the acting High Commissioner of Canada in Pakistan and the Executive Director of the Canada Parliamentary Center and briefed them on the missing activists, extra-judicial killings and the cases in which MQM activists had been implicated.
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April - 2 
Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Deputy Convenor Nasreen Jaleel has demanded the Chief Executive of Pakistan to order an inquiry into the death of its Sukkur Zonal organiser, Nooruddin Jehangir, in judicial custody and punish the culprits. He alleged
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Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Deputy Convenor Nasreen Jaleel has demanded the Chief Executive of Pakistan to order an inquiry into the death of its Sukkur Zonal organiser, Nooruddin Jehangir, in judicial custody and punish the culprits. He alleged that it was part of a policy of eliminating MQM workers through extra-judicial means. Jehangir was arrested on August 12, 1999 while protesting against the Nawaz Sharief regime.
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April - 2 
Security forces belonging to five member countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) began a major exercise, on April 2, in southern Tajikistan, near the Afghan border, aimed at fighting terrorists. According to a Tajikistan Defence
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Security forces belonging to five member countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) began a major exercise, on April 2, in southern Tajikistan, near the Afghan border, aimed at fighting terrorists. According to a Tajikistan Defence Ministry spokesperson the objective of the exercise was to practice cooperative action against international terrorist gangs. The countries participating in the exercise include Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Kyrghyzstan. Armenia and Belarus would participate in the exercise at a later stage.
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April - 2 
The Director of the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Louis Freeh, is to visit Pakistan as part of his South Asia tour commencing on April 4. The visit to Pakistan will follow his proposed visit to India. Freeh is expected to discuss crime, t
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The Director of the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Louis Freeh, is to visit Pakistan as part of his South Asia tour commencing on April 4. The visit to Pakistan will follow his proposed visit to India. Freeh is expected to discuss crime, terrorism and criminal justice-related issues. The focus of his visit to Islamabad is expected to centre around the issue of Osama Bin Laden, who is wanted in the United States for alleged involvement in the two US embassy blasts in East Africa.
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April - 2 
Nepal police said that 50 masked people believed to be Maoist guerrillas burgled a Non-governmental Organisation (NGO) near Fafarbari village and the residence of a private individual near Sariket on April 2.
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Nepal police said that 50 masked people believed to be Maoist guerrillas burgled a Non-governmental Organisation (NGO) near Fafarbari village and the residence of a private individual near Sariket on April 2.
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April - 2 
Three suspected Maoist insurgents hurled petrol-bombs at an electrical shop on New Road in the capital, Kathmandu, on April 2, ahead of a call given by the Maoists for a nation-wide armed shutdown on April 6.
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Three suspected Maoist insurgents hurled petrol-bombs at an electrical shop on New Road in the capital, Kathmandu, on April 2, ahead of a call given by the Maoists for a nation-wide armed shutdown on April 6.
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April - 2 
An amendment to the Public Safety Act has been moved by Bangladesh Parliament, on April 2. This amendment proposes the grant of bail to a convict pending appeal against the verdict of the special tribunal. The present provisions of the Act deny the f
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An amendment to the Public Safety Act has been moved by Bangladesh Parliament, on April 2. This amendment proposes the grant of bail to a convict pending appeal against the verdict of the special tribunal. The present provisions of the Act deny the facility of bail to a person convicted under the Act by the special tribunal.
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April - 2 
Suspected activists of Islamic Chhatra Shibir, the student wing of the Jamaat-i-Islami, hurled a bomb at a local train that plies to the University in Chittagong, near the Polytechnic Institute area of the city, on April 2. The driver of the train wa
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Suspected activists of Islamic Chhatra Shibir, the student wing of the Jamaat-i-Islami, hurled a bomb at a local train that plies to the University in Chittagong, near the Polytechnic Institute area of the city, on April 2. The driver of the train was kidnapped by the terrorists. No one was injured I the bomb attack
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April - 2 
In another development, more than 5,000 civilians arrived in Kilali from Pallai and Pachchilalipalli from the battle affected areas.
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In another development, more than 5,000 civilians arrived in Kilali from Pallai and Pachchilalipalli from the battle affected areas.
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April - 2 
In a statement issued from Geneva addressed to the UN Human Rights Commission, Sri Lanka's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, H.M.G.B. Palihakkara said that the international community had an important role in persuading the Liberation T
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In a statement issued from Geneva addressed to the UN Human Rights Commission, Sri Lanka's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, H.M.G.B. Palihakkara said that the international community had an important role in persuading the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to negotiate for peace with the government. This could be supported by implementing the International Convention for the Suppression of Financing Terrorism adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1999.
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April - 2 
Meanwhile, troops also recovered the bodies of 13 rebels at Iyakachchi bringing the total number of bodies recovered to 34, in clashes on March 31. 17 soldiers were killed and 28 others were injured, including two officers, on April 2. Troops have a
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Meanwhile, troops also recovered the bodies of 13 rebels at Iyakachchi bringing the total number of bodies recovered to 34, in clashes on March 31. 17 soldiers were killed and 28 others were injured, including two officers, on April 2. Troops have also recovered a large haul of arms and ammunition.
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April - 2 
The latest assault by the LTTE on the fortified Elephant Pass, which is the most well defended feature in the North, is to acquire better bargaining position in any talks with the government. The LTTE believes that Jaffna is non-negotiable and govern
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The latest assault by the LTTE on the fortified Elephant Pass, which is the most well defended feature in the North, is to acquire better bargaining position in any talks with the government. The LTTE believes that Jaffna is non-negotiable and government losses in the North would severely affect the latter’s position. Analysts see the current battle as a continuation of the operations that had begun in January but were interrupted by the Monsoons.
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April - 3 
A raid on a militant camp in Ramban yielded a huge cache of arms and ammunition. However the J&K police, who conducted the raid, failed to capture any militants from the camp.
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A raid on a militant camp in Ramban yielded a huge cache of arms and ammunition. However the J&K police, who conducted the raid, failed to capture any militants from the camp.
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April - 3 
An explosion in Bandipore killed two persons on April 3.
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An explosion in Bandipore killed two persons on April 3.
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April - 3 
An ULFA militant was killed and two civilians were injured in an encounter during the night between the extremist outfit and the Army in Guwahati, on April 3.
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An ULFA militant was killed and two civilians were injured in an encounter during the night between the extremist outfit and the Army in Guwahati, on April 3.
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April - 3 
Chief Ministers of five Indian States–– Andhra Pradesh, Orissa, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra–– affected by violence perpetrated by armed leftwing radicals are meeting in the country’s capital, Delhi, on April 4. The meeting, convened by the
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Chief Ministers of five Indian States–– Andhra Pradesh, Orissa, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra–– affected by violence perpetrated by armed leftwing radicals are meeting in the country’s capital, Delhi, on April 4. The meeting, convened by the Union Home Ministry would discuss strategies to deal with heightened leftwing violence.
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April - 3 
In a joint operation by Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and local police on April 3, one Hizb-ul-Mujahideen militant was killed and another injured in Bhaderwah, Doda district. The injured militant managed to escape. One rifle, two grenades, ammunition and a w
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In a joint operation by Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and local police on April 3, one Hizb-ul-Mujahideen militant was killed and another injured in Bhaderwah, Doda district. The injured militant managed to escape. One rifle, two grenades, ammunition and a wireless set was recovered.
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April - 3 
In other operations by RR troops, two militant hide-outs were destroyed busted in Chakra and Lari areas of Doda district. Several pistols, grenades, ammunition and supplies were recovered.
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In other operations by RR troops, two militant hide-outs were destroyed busted in Chakra and Lari areas of Doda district. Several pistols, grenades, ammunition and supplies were recovered.
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April - 3 
In separate incidents, unidentified militants shot dead two persons. While one incident occurred in Sudnara Sumbal where an ASI of the Fire Services Department was shot dead, the other incident occurred in Sangam.
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In separate incidents, unidentified militants shot dead two persons. While one incident occurred in Sudnara Sumbal where an ASI of the Fire Services Department was shot dead, the other incident occurred in Sangam.
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April - 3 
Meanwhile, one person was killed and two employees of the State road transport department were injured when army jawans opened fire outside a hospital in Guwahati, on April 3. The Army denied allegations that its soldiers had fired indiscriminately,
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Meanwhile, one person was killed and two employees of the State road transport department were injured when army jawans opened fire outside a hospital in Guwahati, on April 3. The Army denied allegations that its soldiers had fired indiscriminately, and held that they were retaliating to firing by militants, and claimed that they had shot a militant in the encounter.
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April - 3 
RR troops also arrested a suspected militant in Banihal and recovered some arms from him on.
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RR troops also arrested a suspected militant in Banihal and recovered some arms from him on.
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April - 3 
Seven people were killed and 11 injured when police fired on protestors in Anantnag district. Police reports indicate that firing was resorted to after baton charge and firing in the air failed to disperse the processionists who were pelting stones a
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Seven people were killed and 11 injured when police fired on protestors in Anantnag district. Police reports indicate that firing was resorted to after baton charge and firing in the air failed to disperse the processionists who were pelting stones at the police. The incident occurred when over 5,000 villagers from the twin hamlets of Bragpora and Wutusa, came out on the streets in the morning protesting against what they alledged was a false encounter. Anantnag has been witnessing protests for the past week against the March 25 incident when five people were gunned down by police who claimed that these were militants involved in the Chattisinghpora massacre.
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April - 3 
Though the Union government has initiated the peace process with Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) to find out an amicable solution to the Bodo problem, the recent killing of four BLT militants by the army in different parts of Assam has threatened to jeo
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Though the Union government has initiated the peace process with Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) to find out an amicable solution to the Bodo problem, the recent killing of four BLT militants by the army in different parts of Assam has threatened to jeopardise the peace process. The Central government’s suspension of operations against the BLT came into effect on March 15. The Union Government and the leaders of the BLT signed an agreement on the ground rules of the cease-fire, on March 29.
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April - 3 
Union Home Minister L. K. Advani reiterated in Guwahati, on April 3, the Centre’s readiness for talks with the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), provided the outfits laid down arms and agreed for n
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Union Home Minister L. K. Advani reiterated in Guwahati, on April 3, the Centre’s readiness for talks with the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), provided the outfits laid down arms and agreed for negotiations within the parameters of the Indian Constitution. Further, Advani said that if the militant outfits gave a positive response to the negotiation, the government could consider announcing a cease-fire with them. The Union Home Minister ruled out any possibility of carving out Bodoland State from Assam. "There is no such proposal before the Centre," he said.
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April - 3 
The most powerful figure in Taliban-controlled northern Afghanistan, Mohammad Arif Khan, governor of Kunduz province, was killed in a shooting in Peshawar, on April 3, in broad daylight. Arif Khan was killed when a wayside cigarette vendor fished ou
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The most powerful figure in Taliban-controlled northern Afghanistan, Mohammad Arif Khan, governor of Kunduz province, was killed in a shooting in Peshawar, on April 3, in broad daylight. Arif Khan was killed when a wayside cigarette vendor fished out an automatic rifle and fired a salvo into his passing four-wheel drive vehicle.
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April - 3 
In an encounter on April 3 in Surkhet district, seven Maoist rebels were killed by police while three injured insurgents escaped.
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In an encounter on April 3 in Surkhet district, seven Maoist rebels were killed by police while three injured insurgents escaped.
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April - 3 
Australia has condemned the acts of terrorism by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and expressed concern over the killings of innocent civilians and the use of child soldiers. The observation was made in Geneva at the United Nations High Co
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Australia has condemned the acts of terrorism by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and expressed concern over the killings of innocent civilians and the use of child soldiers. The observation was made in Geneva at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, which is now in session.
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April - 3 
Influential Buddhist clergy in Sri Lanka have initiated moves to impose provisions on the proposed Constitution. Leaders of three dominant Buddhist groups, leading opponents of the controversial devolution package, are scheduled to meet at Borella,
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Influential Buddhist clergy in Sri Lanka have initiated moves to impose provisions on the proposed Constitution. Leaders of three dominant Buddhist groups, leading opponents of the controversial devolution package, are scheduled to meet at Borella, on April 6, to announce a set of non-negotiable demands to be incorporated into the proposed constitution. Leading government and opposition members including the Leader of the House, Minister Ratnasiri Wickramanayake, Peoples’ Alliance General Secretary D. M. Jayaratne and Minister Mahinda Rajapakse, and UNP General Secretary Gamini Atukorale have been invited to attend the meeting.
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April - 3 
The Chief Magistrate of Colombo has directed medical authorities to conduct an autopsy on the bodies of eight people, suspected to be LTTE cadres, who were killed in the shootout at Rajagriya, Colombo, on March 10. Authorities were also asked to pre
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The Chief Magistrate of Colombo has directed medical authorities to conduct an autopsy on the bodies of eight people, suspected to be LTTE cadres, who were killed in the shootout at Rajagriya, Colombo, on March 10. Authorities were also asked to preserve important parts of the bodies for further investigation.
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April - 3 
The Defence Ministry, in a communiqué, said that in the operations near Muhamaalai, between Kodikamam and Pallai, it had killed 25 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres, while it ad lost four soldiers. 35 Soldiers and two officers were woun
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The Defence Ministry, in a communiqué, said that in the operations near Muhamaalai, between Kodikamam and Pallai, it had killed 25 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres, while it ad lost four soldiers. 35 Soldiers and two officers were wounded in the operations, the Defence Ministry said. Further, 75 LTTE rebels were believed to be trapped in the area. The LTTE, however, held that it had killed over 100 government troops and had injured more than 300. While the LTTE claimed that it had destroyed two tanks, the Defence Ministry said that government troops had destroyed a tank ‘that was bogged down’ and admitted that the LTTE had damaged two armoured tanks in RPG and artillery fire.
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April - 4 
According to the Northeast Herald the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isssac-Muviah) has reached an understanding with the ruling junta in Myanmar, in February 2000. Resultantly, Myanmarese authorities have launched a crack down on the Natio
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According to the Northeast Herald the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isssac-Muviah) has reached an understanding with the ruling junta in Myanmar, in February 2000. Resultantly, Myanmarese authorities have launched a crack down on the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) faction.
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April - 4 
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandra Babu Naidu said on April 4 that he would not hesitate to bring the leftwing extremists, Naxalites, groups to the negotiation table. Naidu said in New Delhi that the Centre should ban the Peoples War Group Naxalit
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandra Babu Naidu said on April 4 that he would not hesitate to bring the leftwing extremists, Naxalites, groups to the negotiation table. Naidu said in New Delhi that the Centre should ban the Peoples War Group Naxalites. Naidu demanded more weapons for his State to combat terrorism and more money to provide infrastructure in violence affected areas.
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April - 4 
At a meeting chaired by the Union Home Minister L.K. Advani and attended by Chief Ministers of States affected by Leftwing extremism–– Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Orissa and the Chief Minister’s representative from Bihar––it was deci
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At a meeting chaired by the Union Home Minister L.K. Advani and attended by Chief Ministers of States affected by Leftwing extremism–– Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Orissa and the Chief Minister’s representative from Bihar––it was decided to set up a Joint Operational Centre or Command as prelude to stepping up the fight against Leftwing extremist violence. The precise shape and composition of the proposed Centre would be worked out. It is expected to be an improvement on the Joint Coordination Centre set up in June 1998, and would serve as an intelligence-cum-action agency. Indirectly admitting that the Coordination Centre had not been very effective, Advani said it has now been decided to ‘go beyond’ mere coordination and set up a more cohesive agency in the form of a Joint Operational Centre/Command. He also said that a “uniform strategy” by the affected States was necessary to fight extremism. The States could even consider banning some of the extremist outfits in their areas of operation. Andhra Pradesh had already done it. Advani also favoured a ‘viable surrender policy’ for extremists to encourage the misguided youth to return to the mainstream; a sustained propaganda against Naxalite violence to counter the extremists’ claim that they were fighting for a cause. Naxalites of today were ‘bereft of ideology and idealism, Advani argued and pleaded for a campaign of ‘political education in order to “expose” them.
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April - 4 
Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta announced in the State Assembly that the government was observing the activities of Islamic fundamentalists in the State. He also said that a proposal to revamp the special branch of the State police had been pr
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Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta announced in the State Assembly that the government was observing the activities of Islamic fundamentalists in the State. He also said that a proposal to revamp the special branch of the State police had been prepared and was pending with the Centre. The plan aims to check the activities of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in the State, through the establishment of a counter-espionage cell.
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April - 4 
Elsewhere in the Valley, three militants, including a foreigner of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen, were killed and two others were arrested after security forces’ personnel had destroyed several militant hideouts.
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Elsewhere in the Valley, three militants, including a foreigner of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen, were killed and two others were arrested after security forces’ personnel had destroyed several militant hideouts.
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April - 4 
Four persons were killed and three others were injured when masked militants opened fire on a taxi in Pulwama district, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 4.
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Four persons were killed and three others were injured when masked militants opened fire on a taxi in Pulwama district, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 4.
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April - 4 
In the largest ever surrender of militants in Assam, 532 cadres of United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and Karbi National Volunteers (KNV), laid down arms before Governor Lt Gen (Retd) S. K. Sinha at
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In the largest ever surrender of militants in Assam, 532 cadres of United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and Karbi National Volunteers (KNV), laid down arms before Governor Lt Gen (Retd) S. K. Sinha at Ranghar, on April 4. Of those who surrendered, 436 belong to the ULFA, 19 to the NDFB and 77 to the KNV. The Army claimed that among the ULFA cadres who surrendered, 200 belonged to the outfit’s armed wing. Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, his cabinet colleagues and the General Officer Commanding 4 Corps Lt Gen D B Shekatkar and State Director General of Police P V Sumant witnessed the surrender.
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April - 4 
Indefinite curfew continued to be enforced in and around Anantnag, while State authorities have ordered a judicial inquiry into the April 3 police firing at Barakpora that left seven dead and 10 injured.
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Indefinite curfew continued to be enforced in and around Anantnag, while State authorities have ordered a judicial inquiry into the April 3 police firing at Barakpora that left seven dead and 10 injured.
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April - 4 
Meanwhile, Nagaland Chief Minister S.C. Jamir said, on April 4, that the NSCN (K) was in touch with Central agencies in a bid to open direct talks with the Union government. Jamir said this amid speculations that Union Home Minister L. K. Advani mig
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Meanwhile, Nagaland Chief Minister S.C. Jamir said, on April 4, that the NSCN (K) was in touch with Central agencies in a bid to open direct talks with the Union government. Jamir said this amid speculations that Union Home Minister L. K. Advani might have met some top-ranking leaders or representatives of the NSCN (K) during his two-day visit to Arunachal Pradesh that concluded on April 3.
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April - 4 
Meanwhile, the general strike called by the separatist All Party Kashmir Hurriyat Conference (APKHC) and the Jammu and Kashmir High Court Bar Association in protest against the killings had affected normal life in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Meanwhile, the general strike called by the separatist All Party Kashmir Hurriyat Conference (APKHC) and the Jammu and Kashmir High Court Bar Association in protest against the killings had affected normal life in Jammu and Kashmir.
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April - 4 
Meanwhile, ULFA Chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa’s father has exhorted Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta to announce a unilateral cease-fire and pave the way for a negotiated settlement with the banned outfit.
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Meanwhile, ULFA Chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa’s father has exhorted Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta to announce a unilateral cease-fire and pave the way for a negotiated settlement with the banned outfit.
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April - 4 
Militants killed another civilian in Palhallan, Baramullah district on April 4.
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Militants killed another civilian in Palhallan, Baramullah district on April 4.
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April - 4 
Militants, on April 4, made an attempt to blow up a security picket at Nawabazar, Srinagar, an official spokesman said.
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Militants, on April 4, made an attempt to blow up a security picket at Nawabazar, Srinagar, an official spokesman said.
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April - 4 
Mizoram police suspect that the abductors of six North-Eastern Electricity and Power Corporation (NEEPCO) employees may be activists of the Hmar People's Conference (Democratic). The officials were kidnapped on the morning of March 31 from the Tuiria
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Mizoram police suspect that the abductors of six North-Eastern Electricity and Power Corporation (NEEPCO) employees may be activists of the Hmar People's Conference (Democratic). The officials were kidnapped on the morning of March 31 from the Tuirial hydro-power project site.
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April - 4 
More than 200 United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Bodo rebels are expected to surrender, on April 4, in the presence of the State’s Governor and other top functionaries. The surrender would take place at Ranghar, Sibsagar district, the town f
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More than 200 United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Bodo rebels are expected to surrender, on April 4, in the presence of the State’s Governor and other top functionaries. The surrender would take place at Ranghar, Sibsagar district, the town from which the ULFA launched its campaign, twenty-one years ago, on the same day.
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April - 4 
One militant was killed in an encounter with security forces at Fogwali-Dhoke, Rajouri district on April 4. A rifle, grenades and ammunition was recovered from the killed militant, identified as a member of the Lashkar-e-Toiba.
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One militant was killed in an encounter with security forces at Fogwali-Dhoke, Rajouri district on April 4. A rifle, grenades and ammunition was recovered from the killed militant, identified as a member of the Lashkar-e-Toiba.
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April - 4 
The Bodoland Liberation Tiger (BLT) on April 4, stated that the Army was still carrying out operations against it even after a formal ceasefire agreement. In a statement the publicity secretary of the BLT's Nalbari unit, Lwithw Boro, alleged that o
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The Bodoland Liberation Tiger (BLT) on April 4, stated that the Army was still carrying out operations against it even after a formal ceasefire agreement. In a statement the publicity secretary of the BLT's Nalbari unit, Lwithw Boro, alleged that operations conducted by the Army prevented a meeting of the Organisation unit.
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April - 4 
The body of a BSF personnel was recovered in Srinagar. The cause of death is not yet known and police are investigating the incident.
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The body of a BSF personnel was recovered in Srinagar. The cause of death is not yet known and police are investigating the incident.
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April - 4 
The PWG had shot dead a man whom they accused of being a police informer, critically injured another and set ablaze a state transport bus in separate incidents in Andhra Pradesh, on April 4.
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The PWG had shot dead a man whom they accused of being a police informer, critically injured another and set ablaze a state transport bus in separate incidents in Andhra Pradesh, on April 4.
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April - 4 
New York’s Business Week quoted Pakistan Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider as having assured American security officials that he would, on returning home, travel to Afghanistan to try and persuade the Taliban to hand over Osama bin Laden and close h
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New York’s Business Week quoted Pakistan Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider as having assured American security officials that he would, on returning home, travel to Afghanistan to try and persuade the Taliban to hand over Osama bin Laden and close his terrorist training camps in Afghanistan. The reason for this about face, the magazine said was because ‘Pakistan has been isolated diplomatically since General Musharraf took power and it was desperate to have its international credibility, and international loans, restored.
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April - 4 
Separate attacks on police stations in Pyuthan and Rukum districts left four policemen dead on April 4.
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Separate attacks on police stations in Pyuthan and Rukum districts left four policemen dead on April 4.
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April - 4 
Two policemen were seriously injured in a police-Maoist encounter today in Maintada VDC-5. Police said three Maoists were killed in the encounter. Meanwhile, Maoist insurgents are reported to have ordered the people who have left their villages and
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Two policemen were seriously injured in a police-Maoist encounter today in Maintada VDC-5. Police said three Maoists were killed in the encounter. Meanwhile, Maoist insurgents are reported to have ordered the people who have left their villages and are living elsewhere to return to their respective villages.
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April - 4 
An activist of the Parbattya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samiti was brutally killed in Guimara on April 4 leading to tension in the region.
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An activist of the Parbattya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samiti was brutally killed in Guimara on April 4 leading to tension in the region.
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April - 4 
The Bangladesh government has decided to intensify diplomatic moves to bring home for further trial the convicted killers of the country’s founder, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, who are in hiding abroad. Some countries have already agreed to help Bangladesh
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The Bangladesh government has decided to intensify diplomatic moves to bring home for further trial the convicted killers of the country’s founder, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, who are in hiding abroad. Some countries have already agreed to help Bangladesh bring back the killers.
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April - 4 
In a search operation in Colombo, police arrested five hardcore LTTE suspects, on April 4.
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In a search operation in Colombo, police arrested five hardcore LTTE suspects, on April 4.
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Jaffna's southern sector witnessed another round of fighting on April 5. The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and the Sri Lankan Army (SLA) were bombarding each other’s positions near A9 highway, since the morning. The SLA's operation, code na
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Jaffna's southern sector witnessed another round of fighting on April 5. The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and the Sri Lankan Army (SLA) were bombarding each other’s positions near A9 highway, since the morning. The SLA's operation, code named Welikathra, came under heavy resistance when Tiger rebels made a fresh attempt, on April 4, to advance towards Muhamaalai, the LTTE claimed. The SLA lost an additional kilometer of territory near Muhamaalai in a fierce counter-attack by the Tigers .The government claimed that 30 Tigers were killed in the battle at Muhamaalai. The Tigers claimed that 60 government troops were killed in the offensives. The LTTE also claimed that they were pushing further into the Jaffna peninsula and that its Special Border Force and Border Force units were playing a prominent role.
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April - 4 
Meanwhile, in another incident, the Sri Lankan Airforce attacked positions held by Tigers.
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Meanwhile, in another incident, the Sri Lankan Airforce attacked positions held by Tigers.
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April - 4 
One soldier of the SLA was killed and seven sailors of the Sri Lanka Navy were wounded when the bus in which they were travelling from Trincomalee was hit by a claymore mine, on April 4.
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One soldier of the SLA was killed and seven sailors of the Sri Lanka Navy were wounded when the bus in which they were travelling from Trincomalee was hit by a claymore mine, on April 4.
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April - 5 
A bomb, TNT explosives and related equipment were recovered from a field in Keranigaon of Tinsukhiya district on Wednesday, they said. The police suspect that the bomb was to be planted at some key site in Jorhat town by the United Liberation Front
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A bomb, TNT explosives and related equipment were recovered from a field in Keranigaon of Tinsukhiya district on Wednesday, they said. The police suspect that the bomb was to be planted at some key site in Jorhat town by the United Liberation Front (ULFA) on April 7, its raising day.
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April - 5 
Assam Chief Minister PK Mahanta stated that the cease-fire agreement between the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland–Isak Muivah (NSCN- IM) and Union government is seriously hindering the drive against militant outfits in Assam’s Cachar distric
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Assam Chief Minister PK Mahanta stated that the cease-fire agreement between the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland–Isak Muivah (NSCN- IM) and Union government is seriously hindering the drive against militant outfits in Assam’s Cachar district. Replying to a query in the state assembly on April 5, he added that the Assam government has proposed setting up a counter-espionage cell to check ISI activities in the State. The Chief Minister also stated that 4533 persons have been killed and 4118 abducted during the past three years in the State. 1986 women were raped in the state. 24 tea garden managers/assistant managers/owners were kidnapped by various militant outfits of which rebels killed one while another was killed in crossfire during an encounter between militants and security forces.
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April - 5 
Differences amongst various factions have emerged within the peace process initiated by the Central government in Nagaland. The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on April 5 has raised its reservations on the ongoing talks b
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Differences amongst various factions have emerged within the peace process initiated by the Central government in Nagaland. The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on April 5 has raised its reservations on the ongoing talks between the government and the NSCN (Khaplang) faction. While a clear objection was not forthcoming in the remarks of the outfit's steering committee convenor, it appears that the NSCN-IM has taken objection to the government's inclusions of other factions in the peace process. Taking a different view, the Nagaland Chief Minister SC Jamir reiterated that the State government has an important role to play in the peace process by bringing all the factions involved in the conflict to the negotiating table. He also asserted the need to involve the local Naga population through their elected representatives rather than giving undue importance to organisations, which lacked an electoral mandate.
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April - 5 
In connection with the forthcoming elections to the Tripura Tribal Autonomous District Council (TTADC) the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) has attacked several villages in Tripura. Most incidents have occurred in the Khowai subdivision of
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In connection with the forthcoming elections to the Tripura Tribal Autonomous District Council (TTADC) the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) has attacked several villages in Tripura. Most incidents have occurred in the Khowai subdivision of West Tripura. One such attack in the Kalyanpur police station area left 11 tribal villagers injured. The four party opposition alliance contesting the local polls has announced its decision to boycott the election alleging that the extremists threat has brought all political activities in the area to a halt.
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April - 5 
In Srinagar, militants killed one person alleged to be an informer of security forces on April 5.
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In Srinagar, militants killed one person alleged to be an informer of security forces on April 5.
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April - 5 
Meanwhile PWG activists blasted a block office at Kalimela on the Andhra-Orissa border on April 5. There were no casualties as the extremists vacated the building before triggering the blast.
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Meanwhile PWG activists blasted a block office at Kalimela on the Andhra-Orissa border on April 5. There were no casualties as the extremists vacated the building before triggering the blast.
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April - 5 
Meanwhile, a delayed report indicated that an abortive attempt was made by unidentified militants to blow up the house of J & K Minister for Works A M Sagar on April 5.
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Meanwhile, a delayed report indicated that an abortive attempt was made by unidentified militants to blow up the house of J & K Minister for Works A M Sagar on April 5.
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April - 5 
Meanwhile, tension prevailed in Anantnag district as the issue of police firing on protestors in Anantnag on April 5 continued to smoulder. The State Chief Minister announced the transfer of three district officials and suspension of 20 policemen inv
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Meanwhile, tension prevailed in Anantnag district as the issue of police firing on protestors in Anantnag on April 5 continued to smoulder. The State Chief Minister announced the transfer of three district officials and suspension of 20 policemen involved in the incident. An inquiry into the controversial encounter killing of five persons, suspected to be part of the group which perpetrated the Chattisinghpora massacre, too has been ordered. The bodies of the alleged militants are to be exhumed and examined to establish their identities.
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April - 5 
The Union Home Minister expressed the government’s readiness to talk to militant outfits on the Kashmir issue, provided that the negotiations were conducted within the framework of the Indian constitution. He said this on April 5, two days after arre
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The Union Home Minister expressed the government’s readiness to talk to militant outfits on the Kashmir issue, provided that the negotiations were conducted within the framework of the Indian constitution. He said this on April 5, two days after arrested leaders of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference were released. Responding to these signals in New Delhi, the released Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani indicated that the Hurriyat was willing to negotiate a package short of independence for Jammu and Kashmir. However, he asserted that the Hurriyat would only negotiate within a tripartite framework that includes Pakistan.
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April - 5 
Reports indicate that in a cabinet meeting on April 5, the Pakistan Chief Executive General Pervez Musharraf briefed cabinet members on his discussions with US President during their Islamabad meeting on March 25. The US President was informed duri
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Reports indicate that in a cabinet meeting on April 5, the Pakistan Chief Executive General Pervez Musharraf briefed cabinet members on his discussions with US President during their Islamabad meeting on March 25. The US President was informed during the meeting that “Pakistan was not at all supporting any militant group or party to carry out any activity in” the state of Jammu and Kashmir and that Pakistan itself had been the worst victim of terrorism in the region. He clarified that there was no truth in the allegations that Pakistan was involved in cross-border terrorism. Neither was it true that some people in his government were supporting alleged terrorist activities in J&K. In the cabinet meeting, he refuted reports that the US was demanding that Pakistan deliver Osama bin Laden, who was still living in Afghanistan. The US President was informed that Pakistan was ready to ask the Taliban government to remove the apprehensions of the West about Osama Bin Laden and issues relating to terrorism. However, he added that Pakistan could not force the Taliban government on any issue.
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April - 5 
Three lawyers were injured when a bomb went off outside the Deputy Commissioner's House in Hyderabad, Sindh, on April 5. The bomb was planted in the parking lot. A large number of lawyers and clients in the building were injured. There were no casual
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Three lawyers were injured when a bomb went off outside the Deputy Commissioner's House in Hyderabad, Sindh, on April 5. The bomb was planted in the parking lot. A large number of lawyers and clients in the building were injured. There were no casualties reported, but a large number of people were injured.
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April - 5 
Police have also reported seizure of eight home-made guns from Abalching.
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Police have also reported seizure of eight home-made guns from Abalching.
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April - 5 
A mild bomb blast occurred near the residence of a former National Assembly Chairman in Lalitpur.
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A mild bomb blast occurred near the residence of a former National Assembly Chairman in Lalitpur.
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April - 5 
In other incidents, involving the Maoists, a bomb was thrown at a factory in Makwanpur and two vehicles of Nepal Electricity Authority were attacked in Pokhara on April 5. There are reports of minor scuffles and attacks in different parts of Nepal.
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In other incidents, involving the Maoists, a bomb was thrown at a factory in Makwanpur and two vehicles of Nepal Electricity Authority were attacked in Pokhara on April 5. There are reports of minor scuffles and attacks in different parts of Nepal.
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April - 5 
In their attempts to spread terror and ensure that the call for a nation-wide strike on April 6 is a success, Maoist guerrillas have intensified attacks in several parts of Nepal for the last couple of days with the main target being police stations.
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In their attempts to spread terror and ensure that the call for a nation-wide strike on April 6 is a success, Maoist guerrillas have intensified attacks in several parts of Nepal for the last couple of days with the main target being police stations. Various attacks on March 3, 4 and 5 have left thirteen policemen and seven rebels dead. In an attack on the Takshera village police station in Ropla district, Maoists killed nine policemen on April 5. While the bodies of five have been recovered, police presume that four missing from the station after the attack were also killed by the rebels.
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April - 5 
Meanwhile, prominent leader of the Nepali Congress and former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba said on April 5, that talks are being held with official representatives of the Maoists. The former Prime Minister is the convenor of the high-level commi
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Meanwhile, prominent leader of the Nepali Congress and former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba said on April 5, that talks are being held with official representatives of the Maoists. The former Prime Minister is the convenor of the high-level committee formed by the government to give suggestions for the resolution of Maoist problem. He added that these talks focussed on the preconditions for official talks between the government and Maoists.
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April - 5 
The Ghansikuwa Village Development Council chairman who was abducted by Maoists on April 4 was released on April 5. A school headmaster, abducted on April 4, is still missing.
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The Ghansikuwa Village Development Council chairman who was abducted by Maoists on April 4 was released on April 5. A school headmaster, abducted on April 4, is still missing.
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April - 5 
The motion to amend the Public Safety Act, moved by the government, was passed by Bangladesh parliament on April 5 through a voice vote. The amendment permits bail to persons whose appeals against convictions by a special tribunal are pending in a h
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The motion to amend the Public Safety Act, moved by the government, was passed by Bangladesh parliament on April 5 through a voice vote. The amendment permits bail to persons whose appeals against convictions by a special tribunal are pending in a higher court.
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April - 5 
In a renewed offensive the Sri Lankan army (SLA) inflicted heavy losses on the Tamil tigers who are holding a section of the A9 highway. Only two kilometres of the road remained in the control of the Tigers according to official sources. While the
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In a renewed offensive the Sri Lankan army (SLA) inflicted heavy losses on the Tamil tigers who are holding a section of the A9 highway. Only two kilometres of the road remained in the control of the Tigers according to official sources. While the (Liberation Tigers of Tamil Ealam) LTTE said that the forces of the Sri Lankan army were bogged down and in fact attacks on Eluthumadduval and Pallai, south east of Jaffna, were counter-attacked and repulsed. The tigers claimed that twenty Sri Lankan troops were killed in the attacks on April 5.
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April - 5 
Meanwhile, after interrogation of five youth, arrested in Bandaragama town on April 5, police said that one of them was an LTTE member and involved in the bomb blasts that occurred in several telephone exchanges of Colombo.
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Meanwhile, after interrogation of five youth, arrested in Bandaragama town on April 5, police said that one of them was an LTTE member and involved in the bomb blasts that occurred in several telephone exchanges of Colombo.
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April - 6 
Another militant was arrested in Pochhal, Kishtwar with some arms, ammunition and explosives.
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Another militant was arrested in Pochhal, Kishtwar with some arms, ammunition and explosives.
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April - 6 
In an encounter on April 6 at Khaigam village in Pakherpora BSF personnel killed a militant and recovered a huge quantity of arms and ammunition.
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In an encounter on April 6 at Khaigam village in Pakherpora BSF personnel killed a militant and recovered a huge quantity of arms and ammunition.
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April - 6 
In Andhra Pradesh, a militant of the Pakistan based Lashkar-e-Toiba group was killed in Karimnagar district. He was formerly an activist of the People's War Group.
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In Andhra Pradesh, a militant of the Pakistan based Lashkar-e-Toiba group was killed in Karimnagar district. He was formerly an activist of the People's War Group.
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April - 6 
Meanwhile on April 6, forensic experts and J&K State authorities exhumed the bodies of two persons killed by the police in Anantnag district on March 25. Police claim that these two were part of the team that perpetrated the Chattisingpora massacre.
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Meanwhile on April 6, forensic experts and J&K State authorities exhumed the bodies of two persons killed by the police in Anantnag district on March 25. Police claim that these two were part of the team that perpetrated the Chattisingpora massacre. Locals of the Kothar valley have claimed that the March 25 incident where five people were shot dead by police, was a false encounter.
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April - 6 
Meanwhile the three remaining bodies of the five persons (killed by security forces on suspicion of being part of the militants who perpetrated the Chattisingpora massacre) were exhumed on April 6. All five bodies were identified by people claiming t
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Meanwhile the three remaining bodies of the five persons (killed by security forces on suspicion of being part of the militants who perpetrated the Chattisingpora massacre) were exhumed on April 6. All five bodies were identified by people claiming to be the relatives of the dead as those of missing locals. The two bodies exhumed on April 5 were buried. According to police, doctors refuted the version of the locals that the two bodies were of missing local people and not foreign militants. The tissues and other samples collected from the bodies have been sent for DNA tests.
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April - 6 
Militants killed a civilian in Shablipora, Badgam district on April 6, suspecting him of being a police informer. Militants struck again in the same district, exploding a bomb in Sail-Beerwah. The blast, aimed at a security vehicle, failed to cause a
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Militants killed a civilian in Shablipora, Badgam district on April 6, suspecting him of being a police informer. Militants struck again in the same district, exploding a bomb in Sail-Beerwah. The blast, aimed at a security vehicle, failed to cause any casualties.
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April - 6 
Militants killed three civilians in the state on April 6. These killings including one of a surrendered militant occurred in Aloosa, Chuntiwari and Handwara.
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Militants killed three civilians in the state on April 6. These killings including one of a surrendered militant occurred in Aloosa, Chuntiwari and Handwara.
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April - 6 
Replying to a query in the State Assembly, Mizoram Home Minister Tawnluia said that there were thirteen insurgency related incidents in the state in 1999 which claimed the lives of six policemen. All the incidents occurred in the districts bordering
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Replying to a query in the State Assembly, Mizoram Home Minister Tawnluia said that there were thirteen insurgency related incidents in the state in 1999 which claimed the lives of six policemen. All the incidents occurred in the districts bordering Myanmar and Bangladesh. He added that State police has increased vigil along the borders. This follows reports that a group of ten armed insurgents of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) terrorists have slipped into North Mizoram from Bangladesh on April 3.
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April - 6 
Security forces killed two militants in Manjkote, Rajouri district on April 6. Arms and ammunition were recovered in the encounter.
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Security forces killed two militants in Manjkote, Rajouri district on April 6. Arms and ammunition were recovered in the encounter.
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April - 6 
The Chief Minister P K Mahanta in the State Assembly presented a 16-page statement on the involvement of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in Assam’s militancy on April 6. The statement included a photocopy of the United Liberation Front o
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The Chief Minister P K Mahanta in the State Assembly presented a 16-page statement on the involvement of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in Assam’s militancy on April 6. The statement included a photocopy of the United Liberation Front of Assam's (ULFA) Commander-in-Chief, Paresh Baruah’s fake Bangladesh passport obtained with the help of an official of the Pakistan High Commission in Dhaka. Another photocopy of a letter written by a Pakistan High Commission official in Delhi, requesting ULFA's chief to obtain Rs. 3 lakhs from the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen chief was also included in the statement. According to the Chief Minister who spoke in the Assembly, the ISI had a six-fold objective: promoting indiscriminate violence in the state by providing support to local militant outfits; creating new militant outfits for instigating violence between ethnic and religious groups; supplying sophisticated arms and explosives to various terrorist groups; causing damage to oil pipelines and other vital installations and communication lines; promoting fundamentalism and militancy among local Muslim youth by preaching ‘jehad’; and carrying on an inflammatory propaganda to heighten communal tension between Hindus and Muslims. The Chief Minister added that the police had arrested 101 Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) activists and 60 persons belonging to other outfits during 1998 and 1999. He provided details of 17 arrested Muslim militants along with their photographs and gave details of their stay in Bangladesh and Pakistan and the type and quantity of explosives brought by them. Police have also seized audiocassettes of “highly inflammatory and communally sensitive” speeches by Maulana Masood Azhar (the terrorist released during the IC 814-hijack incident).
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April - 6 
The Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) police arrested three militants on April 6 from Rajpura, Kathua district. Some arms, ammunition and explosives were recovered. Police claim that these militants trained by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) were
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The Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) police arrested three militants on April 6 from Rajpura, Kathua district. Some arms, ammunition and explosives were recovered. Police claim that these militants trained by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) were assigned the task of blowing up a railway track.
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April - 6 
Two Special Police Officers (SPO) were among five people killed in militancy related incidents on April 6 in J&K. Two SPO's were killed by militants in Shumnag, Badgam district and Pattan; north Kashmir respectively.
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Two Special Police Officers (SPO) were among five people killed in militancy related incidents on April 6 in J&K. Two SPO's were killed by militants in Shumnag, Badgam district and Pattan; north Kashmir respectively.
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April - 6 
Union Home Minister L K Advani, on April 6, stated that the Union government would ban the extremist outfit People’s War Group (PWG) in the states affected by Naxalite violence. He added that the extension of ban on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eel
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Union Home Minister L K Advani, on April 6, stated that the Union government would ban the extremist outfit People’s War Group (PWG) in the states affected by Naxalite violence. He added that the extension of ban on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), which is to expire by the middle of May 2000 would be considered only if the Tamil Nadu State Government recommends such an extension.
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April - 6 
Pakistan's deposed Prime Minister Nawaz Sharief was sentenced to two life terms and heavy fines by an anti-terrorist court on April 6. The judgement was delivered by the Anti-terrorism Court No. 1 in Karachi in the plane hijack case. The case perta
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Pakistan's deposed Prime Minister Nawaz Sharief was sentenced to two life terms and heavy fines by an anti-terrorist court on April 6. The judgement was delivered by the Anti-terrorism Court No. 1 in Karachi in the plane hijack case. The case pertains to the incident when a Pakistan International Airlines Flight PK-805, carrying the dismissed Army chief was denied permission to land in Karachi allegedly on the orders of Nawaz Sharief. The court acquitted six co-accused in the case. Hijacking was included as a terrorist crime under the Anti-Terrorism Act by the Army regime after overthrowing the democratic regime of Nawaz Sharief in November 1999. The former Prime Minister was held guilty for hijacking under Section 402-B of Pakistan Penal Code and sentenced him to rigorous life imprisonment and fined Rs 500,000. His entire property is to be attached under the sentence. He was also convicted under section 7 (ii) of the A.T. Act for creating terror among the people and sentenced to a life term and fined a further Rs. 500,000. Nawaz Sharif has also been ordered by the court to pay Rs 2 million as compensation under section 544-A Cr.PC, which would be distributed among the passengers of the 'hijacked' flight. All the sentences will run concurrently.
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April - 6 
Pakistan's Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider has assured US officials of Pakistan's help in facilitating a dialogue between Americans and the Taliban regime in Afghanistan on the issue of Osama bin Laden. However, he stressed that Pakistan cannot gi
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Pakistan's Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider has assured US officials of Pakistan's help in facilitating a dialogue between Americans and the Taliban regime in Afghanistan on the issue of Osama bin Laden. However, he stressed that Pakistan cannot give any promises on behalf of the Afghan regime. Speaking in Washington on April 6, he disclosed that US help has been sought to "modernize the madrassahs" in Pakistan by providing computers and other technical know-how to these institutions. Consequently, he said, these religious institutions will impart technical education to students which can help them shape their future. This statement assumes significance in the light of numerous reports indicating that several madrassahs in Pakistan are a training ground for Islamic militants.
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April - 6 
A nationwide strike in Nepal called by Maoist rebels to protest against what it described as wide-scale police repression, paralysed services and normal life across the country. Escalation in violence was expected. Schools, factories and businesses r
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A nationwide strike in Nepal called by Maoist rebels to protest against what it described as wide-scale police repression, paralysed services and normal life across the country. Escalation in violence was expected. Schools, factories and businesses remained closed across the country. Almost all major towns were deserted with no traffic on the roads. The Maoist rebels have described the April 6 strike as an armed shutdown. Recent clashes between rebels and police resulted in the death of more than 20 police officers and rebels. A senior leader of the rebels has demanded that detained Maoist activists be released. More than 1,200 people have been killed in Maoist-related violence.
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April - 6 
According to late reports, 11 government soldiers were killed on April 6, in a fresh initiative launched to recapture a strategic highway (Main Supply Route, MSR) from Tamil Tiger rebels. Backed by helicopter gun ships and artillery, Army troops wres
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According to late reports, 11 government soldiers were killed on April 6, in a fresh initiative launched to recapture a strategic highway (Main Supply Route, MSR) from Tamil Tiger rebels. Backed by helicopter gun ships and artillery, Army troops wrested control of more than three kilometres (1.8 miles) of the strategic A-9 highway in the Jaffna peninsula. The rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) forces resisting this attack, used RPG fire to damage and destroy two T-63 armoured personnel carriers. 190 soldiers were wounded during the fighting.
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April - 6 
In an offensive to neutralise the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE's) hold over Muhamalai, the Sri Lankan Army (SLA) used artillery fire and reported the death of 39 tigers in the battle on April 6. The army claims that seven of its men were in
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In an offensive to neutralise the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE's) hold over Muhamalai, the Sri Lankan Army (SLA) used artillery fire and reported the death of 39 tigers in the battle on April 6. The army claims that seven of its men were injured with no other casualties.
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April - 6 
In another incident a BBC correspondent covering a peace rally was in Colombo was injured in an attack.
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In another incident a BBC correspondent covering a peace rally was in Colombo was injured in an attack.
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April - 6 
In the sixth round of negotiations held between the Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga and Opposition United National Party (UNP) leader Ranil Wickramasinghe, on April 6, the two leaders decided to intensify negotiations aimed at ultimately e
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In the sixth round of negotiations held between the Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga and Opposition United National Party (UNP) leader Ranil Wickramasinghe, on April 6, the two leaders decided to intensify negotiations aimed at ultimately ending the ethnic war with Tamil rebels. They also agreed in principle to ignore the hard-line stand taken by the Buddhist clergy on the issue of resolving the dispute. The two leaders and their parties are trying to iron out differences over the draft new constitution wherein regional autonomy would be offered to Tamils as a political settlement to end the two-decade-old ethnic war.
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April - 6 
Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) have, in a statement, accused the Sri Lankan Government of using civilians in Pallai and Pachilaippali areas as human shields in the battle with LTTE. The statement added that the Army has retained civilians ne
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Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) have, in a statement, accused the Sri Lankan Government of using civilians in Pallai and Pachilaippali areas as human shields in the battle with LTTE. The statement added that the Army has retained civilians near troop concentrations. The Sri Lankan Army denied the accusations clarifying that it is the infiltration of LTTE into civilian groups that has prevented a speedy transfer of civilians from the affected areas. LTTE also accused International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees for not taking adequate care of non-combatants in the war zone.
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April - 6 
Meanwhile, on the battlefront, Sri Lankan Air Force attacked Tiger Positions in the Northern areas killing at least eighteen rebels. This was the first time that Jet Fighters were brought into action in the battle for Elephant Pass.
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Meanwhile, on the battlefront, Sri Lankan Air Force attacked Tiger Positions in the Northern areas killing at least eighteen rebels. This was the first time that Jet Fighters were brought into action in the battle for Elephant Pass.
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April - 6 
Talks between the Government and Opposition is continuing though the April 6 communiqué did not outline any major progress except for fresh dates for discussion.
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Talks between the Government and Opposition is continuing though the April 6 communiqué did not outline any major progress except for fresh dates for discussion.
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April - 7 
During a meeting in Srinagar on April 7, with a delegation from the National Defence College comprising three foreign army officers, the J&K governor GC Saxena revealed that in the decade long insurgency, 11,000 militants had been killed while 3000 m
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During a meeting in Srinagar on April 7, with a delegation from the National Defence College comprising three foreign army officers, the J&K governor GC Saxena revealed that in the decade long insurgency, 11,000 militants had been killed while 3000 militants surrendered. An estimated three million rifle rounds, 25 tonnes of explosives and 2,500 wireless sets had been recovered in anti-insurgency operations.
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April - 7 
In a major development in the decade long insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir, security forces have found ballistic missiles in the possession of militants. In a massive operation undertaken by the Border Security Force (BSF) in Rajouri district, four ma
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In a major development in the decade long insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir, security forces have found ballistic missiles in the possession of militants. In a massive operation undertaken by the Border Security Force (BSF) in Rajouri district, four major hide-outs were destroyed on April 7. Among the arms, ammunition and supplies seized are three ballistic missiles. The hide-outs destroyed were in in Kunda, Dudanswala and Gai Chobata villages on the foothills of Peer Kaleva of the district.
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April - 7 
In a related incident, a group of NSCN(K) men proceeding towards the Jotsoma battle were stopped by the Assam Rifles. In the encounter that followed, one Assam Rifles member and one militant were killed while two militants were injured. Some arms and
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In a related incident, a group of NSCN(K) men proceeding towards the Jotsoma battle were stopped by the Assam Rifles. In the encounter that followed, one Assam Rifles member and one militant were killed while two militants were injured. Some arms and ammunition were recovered.
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April - 7 
In a significant development indicating turmoil within ULFA, an internal revolt in the group's Bhutan unit prevented the group's Commander in Chief, Paresh Barauah, from attending the raising day celebrations of the organisation in Bhutan. While the
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In a significant development indicating turmoil within ULFA, an internal revolt in the group's Bhutan unit prevented the group's Commander in Chief, Paresh Barauah, from attending the raising day celebrations of the organisation in Bhutan. While the whereabouts of the Bhutan unit's chief, Lohit, is unknown, ULFA's top leadership is reported to be extremely apprehensive of him.
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April - 7 
In another incident, tribal huts were put on fire by insurgents of the United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF). This was in retaliation for an incident of abduction involving the National liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT).
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In another incident, tribal huts were put on fire by insurgents of the United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF). This was in retaliation for an incident of abduction involving the National liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT).
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April - 7 
Meanwhile, police recovered the body of a person who had been abducted last week.
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Meanwhile, police recovered the body of a person who had been abducted last week.
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April - 7 
Meanwhile, the body of a person abducted by militants was recovered in Anantnag district on April 7.
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Meanwhile, the body of a person abducted by militants was recovered in Anantnag district on April 7.
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April - 7 
Meanwhile, the editor of Asomiya Pratidin, Haider Hussain, was released after questioning on his alleged links with ULFA by the State police at Guwahati. He was questioned following a disclosure made by some ULFA cadres arrested earlier in Nagaon di
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Meanwhile, the editor of Asomiya Pratidin, Haider Hussain, was released after questioning on his alleged links with ULFA by the State police at Guwahati. He was questioned following a disclosure made by some ULFA cadres arrested earlier in Nagaon district, that he attended the raising day function of the banned outfit in Bhutan on April 7, 1998. No case was registered.
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April - 7 
One person was killed and four, including a junior engineer, abducted by armed insurgents in various parts of Tripura on April 7.
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One person was killed and four, including a junior engineer, abducted by armed insurgents in various parts of Tripura on April 7.
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April - 7 
Security forces arrested three militants of the Harkat-ul-Ansar, Lashkar-e-Toiba and the Harkat-Ul-Jehad -e-Islami. While two were nabbed in Srinagar, the third was nabbed in Anantnag district. Some explosives were recovered from the arrested militan
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Security forces arrested three militants of the Harkat-ul-Ansar, Lashkar-e-Toiba and the Harkat-Ul-Jehad -e-Islami. While two were nabbed in Srinagar, the third was nabbed in Anantnag district. Some explosives were recovered from the arrested militants.
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April - 7 
Six militants of the United Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in an encounter with the Army deep inside Manas National Park on April 7. Several automatic rifles and ammunition were recovered from the slain militants.
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Six militants of the United Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in an encounter with the Army deep inside Manas National Park on April 7. Several automatic rifles and ammunition were recovered from the slain militants.
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April - 7 
The BSF shot dead two foreign mercenaries of the Hizbul-Mujaheedin (Peer Panjal) group at Launcha village, Udhampur district on April 7.
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The BSF shot dead two foreign mercenaries of the Hizbul-Mujaheedin (Peer Panjal) group at Launcha village, Udhampur district on April 7.
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April - 7 
Three Islamic Front militants who were arrested on April 6 in Kathua district, were killed on April 7, while trying to escape from police custody. The incident occurred when the captured militants, who were taken to the border to recover hidden arms
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Three Islamic Front militants who were arrested on April 6 in Kathua district, were killed on April 7, while trying to escape from police custody. The incident occurred when the captured militants, who were taken to the border to recover hidden arms and explosives, tried to escape back to Pakistan. They were killed in the cross firing between Indian and Pakistani forces.
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April - 7 
Three militants of the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN–IM) are believed to be killed in a faction fight with the rival NSCN (Khaplang) faction on April 7. Only one body has been recovered from the jungle near Jotsoma vil
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Three militants of the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN–IM) are believed to be killed in a faction fight with the rival NSCN (Khaplang) faction on April 7. Only one body has been recovered from the jungle near Jotsoma village, the venue of the conflict.
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April - 7 
Three suspected underground activists were killed when they attacked a police patrol at the Irong Chesaba area, Imphal West district on April 7.
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Three suspected underground activists were killed when they attacked a police patrol at the Irong Chesaba area, Imphal West district on April 7.
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April - 7 
To coincide with the foundation day of the militant group United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), several peace marches were taken out in the Assam on April 7 in protest against terrorism. State Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta led a march throu
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To coincide with the foundation day of the militant group United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), several peace marches were taken out in the Assam on April 7 in protest against terrorism. State Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta led a march through the city roads organised by the ruling Asom Gana Parishad (AGP). Peace marches were also organised in the district and sub-divisional headquarters and other major towns across the State.
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April - 7 
Two militants were shot dead by the Army in Dudassan area of Rajouri district.
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Two militants were shot dead by the Army in Dudassan area of Rajouri district.
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April - 7 
Union Home Minister L K Advani, in a statement at Chandigarh, said that the Centre yet to take a decision on holding talks with militants in Kashmir. The release of three Hurriyat leaders — Syed Ali Shah Gilani, Abdul Gani Lone and Maulana Abbas Ansa
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Union Home Minister L K Advani, in a statement at Chandigarh, said that the Centre yet to take a decision on holding talks with militants in Kashmir. The release of three Hurriyat leaders — Syed Ali Shah Gilani, Abdul Gani Lone and Maulana Abbas Ansari recently, was meant to create a congenial atmosphere for possible dialogue. He added that the release of the Hurriyat leaders was a result of well thought out decision to address the Kashmir insurgency.
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April - 7 
In another violent incident, which appears to be part of the sectarian clashes, a senior leader of Tehrik-i-Jafria Pakistan (TJP), his son and driver were gunned down by three unidentified assailants in Karachi on April 7.
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In another violent incident, which appears to be part of the sectarian clashes, a senior leader of Tehrik-i-Jafria Pakistan (TJP), his son and driver were gunned down by three unidentified assailants in Karachi on April 7.
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April - 7 
Three bomb blasts in different cities of Pakistan injured 26 persons on April 7. Twenty two people were injured in a high intensity blast at a bus stand in Lahore. Six persons were injured in another blast at Kasur. The third explosion, in a hotel of
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Three bomb blasts in different cities of Pakistan injured 26 persons on April 7. Twenty two people were injured in a high intensity blast at a bus stand in Lahore. Six persons were injured in another blast at Kasur. The third explosion, in a hotel of Rawalpindi, left five persons injured. Police are investigating and have yet to find any clues on the identity of the group(s) behind these blasts.
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April - 7 
The “Armed Nepal Bandh “called by the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) insurgents passed of peacefully with no major incidents reported. Life in Western Nepal and several other major cities was severely affected by the bandh on April 6. Only two maj
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The “Armed Nepal Bandh “called by the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) insurgents passed of peacefully with no major incidents reported. Life in Western Nepal and several other major cities was severely affected by the bandh on April 6. Only two major incidents of violence were reported in the district of Kalikot in Karnali where Maoists attacked a bank and a police office. The attacks were repulsed without any casualties. Police used aerial surveillance to monitor the movements of insurgents in their strongholds during the course of the strike.
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April - 7 
One person was killed and two others were injured in a gunfight between the activists of Islami Chhatra Shibir and Bangladesh Chhatra League at Satkania, Chittagong on April 7. The victim was identified as an activist of the Shibir.
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One person was killed and two others were injured in a gunfight between the activists of Islami Chhatra Shibir and Bangladesh Chhatra League at Satkania, Chittagong on April 7. The victim was identified as an activist of the Shibir.
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April - 7 
In another battle, Tiger rebels conducted an ambush in Aralaganvila village of the eastern province on April 7, killing 11 policemen and four civilians, officials said. The attack was part of LTTE's offensive to block the key highway to the Jaffna pe
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In another battle, Tiger rebels conducted an ambush in Aralaganvila village of the eastern province on April 7, killing 11 policemen and four civilians, officials said. The attack was part of LTTE's offensive to block the key highway to the Jaffna penisula.
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April - 7 
In other battles, security forces killed eight LTTE militants in different parts of northern Sri Lanka on April 7. Six militants were killed at Nagarkovil in two different incidents while two died in artillery firing at Thinankilappu. Security forces
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In other battles, security forces killed eight LTTE militants in different parts of northern Sri Lanka on April 7. Six militants were killed at Nagarkovil in two different incidents while two died in artillery firing at Thinankilappu. Security forces arrested a suspect with bombs at Siripuddy.
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April - 7 
Meanwhile at a rally in Colombo on April 7, right wing Sinhalese Buddhist monks demonstrated against the proposed peace talks with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) under Norway's facilitation. They demanded that the government should crush the
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Meanwhile at a rally in Colombo on April 7, right wing Sinhalese Buddhist monks demonstrated against the proposed peace talks with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) under Norway's facilitation. They demanded that the government should crush the LTTE militarily rather than attempting to conduct negotiations.
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April - 8 
After first declaring an intent to bring out a White Paper on the activities of Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in India and later ruling it out, the Union Home Minister declared on April 8, that the Union Government is reconsidering its
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After first declaring an intent to bring out a White Paper on the activities of Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in India and later ruling it out, the Union Home Minister declared on April 8, that the Union Government is reconsidering its decision to bring out the document. He added that the main consideration of the Government is whether this would help the ongoing operations being carried out by the security forces against the ISI.
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April - 8 
Meanwhile, a convention of the Pak-India People’s Forum for Peace and Democracy, being held in Bangalore, has appealed to the governments of the two countries and the people of Jammu and Kashmir to eschew violence and find a solution acceptable to th
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Meanwhile, a convention of the Pak-India People’s Forum for Peace and Democracy, being held in Bangalore, has appealed to the governments of the two countries and the people of Jammu and Kashmir to eschew violence and find a solution acceptable to the people of the troubled state in the larger interest of maintaining peace in the subcontinent. The appeal was made on April 8, the last day of the convention in which people from the two countries attended.
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April - 8 
The mystery of the identities of the five killed in the "Panchalthan encounter", continued with no fresh clues available. The bodies of the five killed men, which were exhumed on April 6 and 7, were handed over for burial, to the people who claimed t
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The mystery of the identities of the five killed in the "Panchalthan encounter", continued with no fresh clues available. The bodies of the five killed men, which were exhumed on April 6 and 7, were handed over for burial, to the people who claimed that they were relatives of the killed. All the five bodies have been identified by the relatives on the basis of clothes and some physical marks. The State government has however, decided to wait for the reports on the DNA tests to be conducted on samples taken from the exhumed bodies. Meanwhile, a formal First Information Report (FIR) has been lodged by police over the incident in Brakpora, when a group protesting against the "Panchalthan encounter", were fired upon by a police party accompanying the group. 20 policemen have already been suspended.
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April - 8 
In several raids, Karachi police arrested 25 suspects on April 8 and recovered some arms, ammunition and drugs. The arrested include an activist of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement who is wanted in several cases of murder and other crimes
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In several raids, Karachi police arrested 25 suspects on April 8 and recovered some arms, ammunition and drugs. The arrested include an activist of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement who is wanted in several cases of murder and other crimes
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April - 8 
Meanwhile, the Sindh government put all law enforcement authorities on a red alert following several acts of terrorism last week including the assassination of a Shia leader.
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Meanwhile, the Sindh government put all law enforcement authorities on a red alert following several acts of terrorism last week including the assassination of a Shia leader.
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April - 8 
In another incident of Maoist violence, insurgents torched a bus in Hattigauda, Padampokhari VDC on April 8.
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In another incident of Maoist violence, insurgents torched a bus in Hattigauda, Padampokhari VDC on April 8.
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April - 8 
In a major loss for Sri Lankan forces, two Dovra class patrol boats of the Navy were sunk by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in northern Sri Lanka on April 8. Nineteen sailors were rescued, while the fate of sixteen sailors and five offic
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In a major loss for Sri Lankan forces, two Dovra class patrol boats of the Navy were sunk by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in northern Sri Lanka on April 8. Nineteen sailors were rescued, while the fate of sixteen sailors and five officers is not known.
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April - 9 
Andhra Pradesh police claimed that the murder of a businessman in Hyderabad on April 6 was carried out by Islamic fundamentalists.
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Andhra Pradesh police claimed that the murder of a businessman in Hyderabad on April 6 was carried out by Islamic fundamentalists.
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April - 9 
Five foreign mercenaries of a Pakistan based militant outfit were killed in an encounter with the Army at Pazalpora, Baramulla district on April 9. A huge quantity of arms and ammunition were recovered from the slain militants.
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Five foreign mercenaries of a Pakistan based militant outfit were killed in an encounter with the Army at Pazalpora, Baramulla district on April 9. A huge quantity of arms and ammunition were recovered from the slain militants.
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April - 9 
Four people including a BSF officer were killed in an encounter in Seer village in Tral area on April 9. The others killed in the incident included a militant and two civilians. Two civilians were wounded.
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Four people including a BSF officer were killed in an encounter in Seer village in Tral area on April 9. The others killed in the incident included a militant and two civilians. Two civilians were wounded.
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April - 9 
In another development, a senior official of the Assam Tea Plantation Security Force (ATPSF), an elite commando force specially raised to provide security cover to tea planters vulnerable to militant attacks, said some plantation executives were stil
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In another development, a senior official of the Assam Tea Plantation Security Force (ATPSF), an elite commando force specially raised to provide security cover to tea planters vulnerable to militant attacks, said some plantation executives were still paying money to rebel groups, a charge that is tantamount to aiding and abetting terrorism.
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April - 9 
In another encounter on the same day, three militants and three paramilitary soldiers were killed in Nasu, near Bandipora town. Three soldiers and three civilians were wounded in the incident.
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In another encounter on the same day, three militants and three paramilitary soldiers were killed in Nasu, near Bandipora town. Three soldiers and three civilians were wounded in the incident.
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April - 9 
In another statement, a mediator between the NSCN-IM and the Central government has expressed doubts on the return of peace to Nagaland soon. He said that the Union government has failed to start talks with the NSCN-IM after the arrest of its general
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In another statement, a mediator between the NSCN-IM and the Central government has expressed doubts on the return of peace to Nagaland soon. He said that the Union government has failed to start talks with the NSCN-IM after the arrest of its general secretary TH Muivah.
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April - 9 
Meanwhile, some US Congressmen have appealed for the early release of the jailed NSCN (IM) leader TH Muivah, currently lodged in a Thai jail on charges of possessing a fake passport. In the appeal, made to the Thailand Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai, t
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Meanwhile, some US Congressmen have appealed for the early release of the jailed NSCN (IM) leader TH Muivah, currently lodged in a Thai jail on charges of possessing a fake passport. In the appeal, made to the Thailand Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai, the Congressmen have said that the peace process which has started between the Government India and the NSCN (IM) is at risk due to Muivah’s inability to participate in the ongoing peace talks.
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April - 9 
Meanwhile, the Bodo Liberation Tiger (BLT), a militant outfit in Assam which recently concluded a cease-fire agreement with the government, has alleged that ISI agents have infiltrated into the Army and security forces. The allegation of the outfit i
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Meanwhile, the Bodo Liberation Tiger (BLT), a militant outfit in Assam which recently concluded a cease-fire agreement with the government, has alleged that ISI agents have infiltrated into the Army and security forces. The allegation of the outfit is that it is these elements which have indulged in violations of cease-fire (killing of BLT cadre) with a view to disrupt the peace process.
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April - 9 
Militants killed 11 labourers in Langthasou, Karbi Anglong district on April 9. The killers are from the UPDS, which is a joint body of the Karbi National Volunteers (KNV) and the Karbi People's Front (KPF).
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Militants killed 11 labourers in Langthasou, Karbi Anglong district on April 9. The killers are from the UPDS, which is a joint body of the Karbi National Volunteers (KNV) and the Karbi People's Front (KPF).
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April - 9 
Militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) abducted the wife of a local politician and attacked the family of another on April 9. The incidents occurred in Dharmafa Tillaat and Maharanipur in South Tripura respectively. These incid
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Militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) abducted the wife of a local politician and attacked the family of another on April 9. The incidents occurred in Dharmafa Tillaat and Maharanipur in South Tripura respectively. These incidents came as part of the outfit's violent demonstrations against the Autonomous District Council elections to be held on April 30 and May 3. The outfit aims to prevent political parties of the state from contesting these elections.
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April - 9 
Police authorities in Assam and Tripura have decided to launch a joint crackdown on militants in the border areas of the two states. At a meeting held by the two sides on April 9, it was also decided that the existing intelligence network would be in
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Police authorities in Assam and Tripura have decided to launch a joint crackdown on militants in the border areas of the two states. At a meeting held by the two sides on April 9, it was also decided that the existing intelligence network would be intensified with exchange of information between the two forces. This decision comes amidst reports of increasing interaction between militant outfits operating in different states of the North-east region. One such meeting between leaders of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Muivah) (NSCN-IM) and the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was recently held in Silchar, Assam. The meeting is reported to have decided on intensifying militancy in the region with the NH 44 (connecting Tripura and Assam) as one of the main targets. Security officials believe that Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) encouraged the meeting with a view to disrupt communication between the two States.
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April - 9 
Police sources stated that eighteen foreign mercenaries and four security personnel were among 25 people killed in Jammu and Kashmir since the night of April 9. Encounters in various parts of Baramullah district claimed 12 foreign mercenaries since
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Police sources stated that eighteen foreign mercenaries and four security personnel were among 25 people killed in Jammu and Kashmir since the night of April 9. Encounters in various parts of Baramullah district claimed 12 foreign mercenaries since April 9.
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April - 9 
Speaking at the Non-Alligned Movement meeting at Cartagena, Colombia on April 9, India's foreign minister urged the movement to strengthen international consensus and legal regimes against terrorism. He also asked member states to support India’s pro
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Speaking at the Non-Alligned Movement meeting at Cartagena, Colombia on April 9, India's foreign minister urged the movement to strengthen international consensus and legal regimes against terrorism. He also asked member states to support India’s proposal that UN adopt a comprehensive international convention against terrorism.
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April - 9 
The Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) announced a formal cease-fire with the Centre on April 9. NSCN (K) sources indicated that a high-level meeting of the outfit would be held very soon to finalise the modalities for the
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The Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) announced a formal cease-fire with the Centre on April 9. NSCN (K) sources indicated that a high-level meeting of the outfit would be held very soon to finalise the modalities for the formal cease-fire. The Central Government has welcomed this decision as a “positive development” The NSCN(K) decision comes after calls by the Nagaland Chief Minister S C Jamir that all parties involved in the Naga insurgency must be involved in the peace process. The NSCN (Isak-Muivah) faction has already concluded a cease-fire with the Central government in August 1997.
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April - 9 
The Union government is yet to formally announce the process of talks with Jammu and Kashmir's secessionists. The Union Home Minister had informally indicated such a proposal when commenting on the release of prominent Kashmiri secessionist leaders.
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The Union government is yet to formally announce the process of talks with Jammu and Kashmir's secessionists. The Union Home Minister had informally indicated such a proposal when commenting on the release of prominent Kashmiri secessionist leaders. Meanwhile, the responses from J&K's secessionist groups to the Minister's statement too is mixed. The Home Minister had indicated that the release of these leaders was part of a larger plan for resolving the Kashmir issue. The apex body of Jammu and Kashmir's separatist groups, the Hurriyat Conference is likely to consider with an open mind, the Union government's formal proposal for a dialogue to solve the Kashmir issue. This was indicated by its Chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani on April 6. However, a section of the Hurriyat has ruled out the possibility of talks within the framework of the country's Constitution. A Pakistan based militant outfit, Hizbul Mujahideen has rejected the informal offer for talks. The outfit insisted that security forces must be withdrawn from the State and detainees released, to created an atmosphere conducive for talks. The group also asserted that the proposed talks should involve Pakistan. Pakistan has officially dismissed, on April 8, the reported talks offer by India's Home Minister as "propaganda".
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April - 9 
In another development, Interior Minister, Moinuddin Haider, has been quoted as saying in London that Islamabad had asked Kabul to close down terrorist training camps under Taliban control. The Pakistan government believes that trainees of these camp
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In another development, Interior Minister, Moinuddin Haider, has been quoted as saying in London that Islamabad had asked Kabul to close down terrorist training camps under Taliban control. The Pakistan government believes that trainees of these camps are involved in urban Pakistan's sectarian warfare.
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April - 9 
In Peshawar, two foreigners were arrested on April 9 for suspected links with the Afghan based Saudi terrorist Osama bin Laden. The two, an Egyptian and Algerian were caught with several forged passports, visa stamps and foreign currency.
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In Peshawar, two foreigners were arrested on April 9 for suspected links with the Afghan based Saudi terrorist Osama bin Laden. The two, an Egyptian and Algerian were caught with several forged passports, visa stamps and foreign currency.
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April - 9 
The Foreign Minister of Pakistan is reported to have said that his country would stop militants crossing the Line of Control to fight Indian security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. He is quoted as saying that Islamabad would ”act against" organisations
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The Foreign Minister of Pakistan is reported to have said that his country would stop militants crossing the Line of Control to fight Indian security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. He is quoted as saying that Islamabad would ”act against" organisations that encourage volunteers to fight the jehad in Kashmir. Religious institutions imparting arms training to such groups would be identified for further action. Meanwhile, several J&K militant groups based in Pakistan are apprehensive of a crackdown by Pakistani authorities following the US President's visit to south Asia.
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April - 9 
A report released by a Human Rights group has accused both the Maoists and the Government of violating Human rights.
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A report released by a Human Rights group has accused both the Maoists and the Government of violating Human rights.
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April - 9 
Former Nepalese Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has said that talks are the only way out for resolving the Maoist insurgency in Nepal. The former Prime Minister chairs the high-level Consensus Seeking Commission on Resolving the Maoist Problem. He
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Former Nepalese Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has said that talks are the only way out for resolving the Maoist insurgency in Nepal. The former Prime Minister chairs the high-level Consensus Seeking Commission on Resolving the Maoist Problem. He said the new Prime Minister, Girija Prasad Koirla had asked him to initiate talks with the rebels. He added that fighting militancy would be very costly for Nepal economically.
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April - 9 
Meanwhile, Maoist insurgents have begun issuing threats to the police on their communication networks.
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Meanwhile, Maoist insurgents have begun issuing threats to the police on their communication networks.
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April - 9 
In an attempt to end the ethnic war, Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga has invited the Buddhist monks for a meeting at her residence on April 10. The monks are opposed to talks with the LTTE with Norwegian mediation and held protest marches
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In an attempt to end the ethnic war, Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga has invited the Buddhist monks for a meeting at her residence on April 10. The monks are opposed to talks with the LTTE with Norwegian mediation and held protest marches to protest against the proposed talks.
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April - 10 
A fresh encounter broke out in the same district on April 10 when security forces conducting search operations in Nathapora came under fire from militants. Four militants were killed and one civilian was injured.
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A fresh encounter broke out in the same district on April 10 when security forces conducting search operations in Nathapora came under fire from militants. Four militants were killed and one civilian was injured.
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April - 10 
A tripartite meeting between representatives of the Centre and Assam State Government and the Bodo Liberation Tiger (BLT) was held on April 10, the first after the cease-fire with the BLT was announced. BLT representatives asserted, before the meet
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A tripartite meeting between representatives of the Centre and Assam State Government and the Bodo Liberation Tiger (BLT) was held on April 10, the first after the cease-fire with the BLT was announced. BLT representatives asserted, before the meeting, that there would be no compromise on the demand for a separate Bodo State. They demanded that the State government take a positive view and the State Assembly pass a resolution to this effect.
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April - 10 
An extreme left-wing militant (Naxal) and a policeman were killed in an encounter on the night of April 10 in Mallaram village, Karimnagar district. Police said that a second Naxal had been killed though no details were given.
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An extreme left-wing militant (Naxal) and a policeman were killed in an encounter on the night of April 10 in Mallaram village, Karimnagar district. Police said that a second Naxal had been killed though no details were given.
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April - 10 
An ULFA militant was arrested in Tingkhong.
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An ULFA militant was arrested in Tingkhong.
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April - 10 
Five activists of the militant left-wing group (Naxals) were killed in an encounter in Khammam district of Andhra Pradesh on April 10.
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Five activists of the militant left-wing group (Naxals) were killed in an encounter in Khammam district of Andhra Pradesh on April 10.
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April - 10 
Following extortion threats and several incidents of bank heists, all banks in Manipur have remained closed from April 1 till date (April 10). The only exception is the State Bank of India.
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Following extortion threats and several incidents of bank heists, all banks in Manipur have remained closed from April 1 till date (April 10). The only exception is the State Bank of India.
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April - 10 
In another incident, a militant of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was killed in an encounter on April 10 in Sibsagar district. Some arms and ammunition were recovered. The slain militant is a suspect in the attempted assassination of Assa
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In another incident, a militant of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was killed in an encounter on April 10 in Sibsagar district. Some arms and ammunition were recovered. The slain militant is a suspect in the attempted assassination of Assam State minister.
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April - 10 
In another incident, Naxals blasted the house of a local politician in Warangal district.
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In another incident, Naxals blasted the house of a local politician in Warangal district.
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April - 10 
Meanwhile, a Home Ministry report indicated that about 271 incidents of Left- wing extremist violence with 129 deaths were reported till March 15 as against 211 incidents resulting in 103 deaths in the corresponding period last year.
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Meanwhile, a Home Ministry report indicated that about 271 incidents of Left- wing extremist violence with 129 deaths were reported till March 15 as against 211 incidents resulting in 103 deaths in the corresponding period last year.
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April - 10 
Meanwhile, shoot-at-sight orders were issued on April 10 at Jirania in west Tripura following various incidents of arson and ethnic clashes.
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Meanwhile, shoot-at-sight orders were issued on April 10 at Jirania in west Tripura following various incidents of arson and ethnic clashes.
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April - 10 
Meanwhile, three foreign militants were killed in Nathpora area of Bandipora on April 10. Some arms, ammunition, explosives and a radio set were recovered from the encounter in which one civilian was critical injured.
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Meanwhile, three foreign militants were killed in Nathpora area of Bandipora on April 10. Some arms, ammunition, explosives and a radio set were recovered from the encounter in which one civilian was critical injured.
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April - 10 
Meanwhile, three Naxals were arrested near Jagdalpur, Madhya Pradesh, on April 10. They are allegedly involved in a landmine explosion on February 20 in which 23 police personnel were killed. Police claim that the arrested extremists had received tra
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Meanwhile, three Naxals were arrested near Jagdalpur, Madhya Pradesh, on April 10. They are allegedly involved in a landmine explosion on February 20 in which 23 police personnel were killed. Police claim that the arrested extremists had received training for a month at a camp organised by the People’s War Group (PWG).
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April - 10 
On April 10, eight foreign terrorists and three BSF personnel were reported killed. Latest reports indicate that the number of terrorists killed in these encounters has risen to 12, which includes a district commander of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen. Nin
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On April 10, eight foreign terrorists and three BSF personnel were reported killed. Latest reports indicate that the number of terrorists killed in these encounters has risen to 12, which includes a district commander of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen. Nine BSF personnel have been wounded in these encounters.
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Over 250 huts in West Tripura district were burnt down in two days of ethnic riots in the State on April 10 and 11. The riots broke out after a bomb blast in a tribal hut. Bengali militants were alleged to have been involved in this blast. One perso
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Over 250 huts in West Tripura district were burnt down in two days of ethnic riots in the State on April 10 and 11. The riots broke out after a bomb blast in a tribal hut. Bengali militants were alleged to have been involved in this blast. One person was killed and five others injured in the attack. The administration has issued shoot at sight orders in the riot affected areas. Tripura has been marked by violence connected with the elections to Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) election, slated for April 30 and May 3. A tribal insurgent group National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) has unleashed a violent campaign in favour of the Indigenous Peoples Front of Tripura (IPFT), a political front contesting the local elections. The NLFT has been involved in a wave of abductions and intimidation attempts on candidates of other parties. As part of the violent campaign, NLFT militants killed two persons at Manu, Dhalai district on April 11. Two persons were injured in this attack.
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April - 10 
The Deputy Speaker of Nagaland State Assembly has joined the chorus for release of the insurgent group, Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) General Secretary, T Muivah currently lodged in a Thai Jail on charges of travelli
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The Deputy Speaker of Nagaland State Assembly has joined the chorus for release of the insurgent group, Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) General Secretary, T Muivah currently lodged in a Thai Jail on charges of travelling on a false passport and jumping bail. He underlined, on April 10, that the release of the NSCN-IM General Secretary was vital for the progress of the peace talks between the government and the insurgent group.
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April - 10 
The National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) continued its wave of violence aimed at preventing political parties from contesting the ensuing elections to the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). In a bid to force the withdra
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The National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) continued its wave of violence aimed at preventing political parties from contesting the ensuing elections to the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). In a bid to force the withdrawal of Left front candidates, NLFT activists abducted family members of six Left Front candidates on April 10.
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April - 10 
Two foreign militants were killed in Naili. Arms and ammunition, explosives, a radio set and some incriminating literature were recovered from the slain militants.
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Two foreign militants were killed in Naili. Arms and ammunition, explosives, a radio set and some incriminating literature were recovered from the slain militants.
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April - 10 
Meanwhile, urging police officers to fight insurgency, the Nepal Prime Minister asked for beefing up of the existing intelligence network to counter subversive activity.
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Meanwhile, urging police officers to fight insurgency, the Nepal Prime Minister asked for beefing up of the existing intelligence network to counter subversive activity.
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April - 10 
Sher Bahadur Deuba, Chairman of the Consensus Seeking Commission on Resolving Maoist Problem, asked human rights groups to pressurise Maoists to lay down their arms. He said that police would cease operations against Maoists if they lay down arms.
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Sher Bahadur Deuba, Chairman of the Consensus Seeking Commission on Resolving Maoist Problem, asked human rights groups to pressurise Maoists to lay down their arms. He said that police would cease operations against Maoists if they lay down arms.
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April - 10 
The Nepalese government is to set up an armed security force as part of the efforts to fight terrorism. Such a step had been recommended by the Armed Police Service Task Force. The proposed force would be staffed from existing police and army person
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The Nepalese government is to set up an armed security force as part of the efforts to fight terrorism. Such a step had been recommended by the Armed Police Service Task Force. The proposed force would be staffed from existing police and army personnel. The force would work under a set of regulations and acts separate from those of the state police, and would be under the Home Ministry.
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April - 10 
In another development, the LTTE released a Sri Lankan Navy officer on grounds of ill health. The officer was in captivity for five years.
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In another development, the LTTE released a Sri Lankan Navy officer on grounds of ill health. The officer was in captivity for five years.
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April - 10 
Meanwhile, in an effort to rebut LTTE's allegations of civilians being used as human shields in the War Zone, a Sri Lankan Army released details of the evacuation process that was offered to the civilians struck in the war zone near Elephant Pass.
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Meanwhile, in an effort to rebut LTTE's allegations of civilians being used as human shields in the War Zone, a Sri Lankan Army released details of the evacuation process that was offered to the civilians struck in the war zone near Elephant Pass.
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April - 10 
On the political front, Buddhist monks stayed away from the meeting called on April 10 by President Chandrika Kumaratunga's to discuss the peace process. Responding to the President's invitation announced on April 7, the monks held that the agenda wa
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On the political front, Buddhist monks stayed away from the meeting called on April 10 by President Chandrika Kumaratunga's to discuss the peace process. Responding to the President's invitation announced on April 7, the monks held that the agenda was too vague and they were given very little time to prepare for these talks.
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April - 10 
Sri Lankan government forces regained control of the main supply route (MSR) linking Jaffna, thwarting bids by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to disrupt movements along this vital artery. In an eleven-hour battle Government troops succee
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Sri Lankan government forces regained control of the main supply route (MSR) linking Jaffna, thwarting bids by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to disrupt movements along this vital artery. In an eleven-hour battle Government troops succeeded in pushing the militants from the main supply route and are consolidating their positions along the MSR.
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April - 11 
A senior police official of the Jammu and Kashmir police said that intelligence reports indicate that Pakistan's Inter Service Intelligence (ISI) attempting to set up a supply and distribution network of arms and ammunition in the strife torn State.
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A senior police official of the Jammu and Kashmir police said that intelligence reports indicate that Pakistan's Inter Service Intelligence (ISI) attempting to set up a supply and distribution network of arms and ammunition in the strife torn State. As part of this plan, Islamic militants have been directed to dump arms and ammunition along the Line of Control (LoC). These dumped stocks are later meant for distribution to militant groups active in the State.
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April - 11 
A top Hizbul Mujahideen militant was killed in Jamola forest belt, Rajouri district.
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A top Hizbul Mujahideen militant was killed in Jamola forest belt, Rajouri district.
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April - 11 
In another encounter near Samba, two militants were killed while trying to cross the LoC and weapons were recovered.
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In another encounter near Samba, two militants were killed while trying to cross the LoC and weapons were recovered.
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April - 11 
In its first public statement after concluding a truce agreement with the government, the Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) outlined three major demands for settling the Bodo problem. The outfit's representatives asserted that mere suspension of mil
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In its first public statement after concluding a truce agreement with the government, the Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) outlined three major demands for settling the Bodo problem. The outfit's representatives asserted that mere suspension of military operations was not enough to settle the issue. The three demands put forth by the outfit are the creation of a separate State of Bodoland on the north bank of the Brahmaputra; creation of an autonomous district council on the south bank of the Brahmaputra and inclusion of the Bodos of Karbi Anglong in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution.
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April - 11 
Police claim that a militant was killed in an encounter in Srinagar town on the night of April 11. The slain militant was involved in the killing of a government official and the abduction of IOC executive S Doraiswamy. Local residents however, chall
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Police claim that a militant was killed in an encounter in Srinagar town on the night of April 11. The slain militant was involved in the killing of a government official and the abduction of IOC executive S Doraiswamy. Local residents however, challenged the police version, claiming it was a false encounter.
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April - 11 
Reacting to reports that the Union government is considering the option of a dialogue with separatist groups in J&K, Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah has threatened to resign in case there is any talk of separating the state of Jammu and Kashmir from t
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Reacting to reports that the Union government is considering the option of a dialogue with separatist groups in J&K, Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah has threatened to resign in case there is any talk of separating the state of Jammu and Kashmir from the Union of India. Speaking in the State Assembly, he also conceded to the Opposition demand for convening of a special assembly session to discuss the State Autonomy Committee Report. The proposed session will commence from June 19, 2000 at Srinagar and last for a week.
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April - 11 
Several incidents of violence in Srinagar claimed the lives of one policeman and a militant since the night of April 11. The policeman was killed in an attack on the Safakadal police station in Srinagar on the night of April 11. 12 policemen were inj
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Several incidents of violence in Srinagar claimed the lives of one policeman and a militant since the night of April 11. The policeman was killed in an attack on the Safakadal police station in Srinagar on the night of April 11. 12 policemen were injured in the attack. Militants also attacked a State minister's residence in Srinagar on the same night. 13 policemen were injured in the grenade attack.
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April - 11 
State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has sought a report from the State police authorities on complaint by a Pulwama resident of harassment from security forces in the State.
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State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has sought a report from the State police authorities on complaint by a Pulwama resident of harassment from security forces in the State.
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April - 11 
Talks between Nepal and India on resumption of Indian Airlines (IA) flights between the two countries has come to an unsuccessful conclusion. The main hindrance is reported to be India's demand for placing Indian security men at baggage check points
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Talks between Nepal and India on resumption of Indian Airlines (IA) flights between the two countries has come to an unsuccessful conclusion. The main hindrance is reported to be India's demand for placing Indian security men at baggage check points in Nepal's airports, a demand rejected by Nepalese authorities. IA flights were suspended after the December 1999 IC 814 hijack.
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April - 11 
The body of a person abducted by, militants in Rakhi Asham was found on April 10. Militants shot at a former militant in Chinkipora, Sopore.
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The body of a person abducted by, militants in Rakhi Asham was found on April 10. Militants shot at a former militant in Chinkipora, Sopore.
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April - 11 
Meanwhile 15 rebels died in fresh clashes on April 11 in the northern areas. Two suspected militants of LTTE were also killed when the Sri Lankan Navy fired at a boat off Kallaruwa, north of Trincomalee.
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Meanwhile 15 rebels died in fresh clashes on April 11 in the northern areas. Two suspected militants of LTTE were also killed when the Sri Lankan Navy fired at a boat off Kallaruwa, north of Trincomalee.
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April - 12 
A delayed report revealed that members of the Rashtriya Rifles killed a militant, identified as a top leader of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami (HUJI), on April 12 in Buflias, Poonch district.
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A delayed report revealed that members of the Rashtriya Rifles killed a militant, identified as a top leader of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami (HUJI), on April 12 in Buflias, Poonch district.
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April - 12 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was arrested from Srinagar. He has yet to be identified though police claim he was a laundhing commander. Some weapons were recovered from his possession.
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was arrested from Srinagar. He has yet to be identified though police claim he was a laundhing commander. Some weapons were recovered from his possession.
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April - 12 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was arrested from Srinagar. He has yet to be identified though police claim he was a laundhing commander. Some weapons were recovered from his possession. Three militants of the LeT were killed in an encounter in Dhar
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was arrested from Srinagar. He has yet to be identified though police claim he was a laundhing commander. Some weapons were recovered from his possession. Three militants of the LeT were killed in an encounter in Dhar Sangla forests of
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April - 12 
Four militants and five civilians were killed since the night of April 12 in Jammu and Kashmir. A civilian, the brother of a special police officer, and two members of his family were killed by unidentified militants.
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Four militants and five civilians were killed since the night of April 12 in Jammu and Kashmir. A civilian, the brother of a special police officer, and two members of his family were killed by unidentified militants.
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April - 12 
Four suspected Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) militants robbed Rs 900.000 from Mawlai branch of State Bank of India near Shillong on April 12.
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Four suspected Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) militants robbed Rs 900.000 from Mawlai branch of State Bank of India near Shillong on April 12.
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April - 12 
In a major initiative, security forces raided and destroyed three militant hideouts in Thanamandi area and recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition. This comes close after the raids on four such hideouts in Rajouri district.
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In a major initiative, security forces raided and destroyed three militant hideouts in Thanamandi area and recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition. This comes close after the raids on four such hideouts in Rajouri district.
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April - 12 
In a third incident aimed at security forces in the town, a grenade thrown at a security post missed its target and failed to cause any damage.
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In a third incident aimed at security forces in the town, a grenade thrown at a security post missed its target and failed to cause any damage.
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April - 12 
In another encounter in Surankote, two foreign militants were killed. The nationalities of these militants are yet to be established. Arms and ammunition were recovered from the encounter.
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In another encounter in Surankote, two foreign militants were killed. The nationalities of these militants are yet to be established. Arms and ammunition were recovered from the encounter.
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April - 12 
In another incident, militants exploded a car bomb on April 12, apparently aimed at a passing army vehicle. Three civilians were injured.
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In another incident, militants exploded a car bomb on April 12, apparently aimed at a passing army vehicle. Three civilians were injured.
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April - 12 
In another incident, unidentified militants killed a civilian in Lolab, Kupwara district on April 12.
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In another incident, unidentified militants killed a civilian in Lolab, Kupwara district on April 12.
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April - 12 
Police also recovered some materials, meant for manufacturing explosives, from Sheikhnar, Baramulla, on April 12. No arrests were made.
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Police also recovered some materials, meant for manufacturing explosives, from Sheikhnar, Baramulla, on April 12. No arrests were made.
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April - 12 
Tension prevailed in Jirnia area of West Tripura district following ethnic clashes in the last few days in which 600 houses were burnt and 7,000 people rendered homeless. The displaced people had taken shelter in six camps in Jirnia area and relief
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Tension prevailed in Jirnia area of West Tripura district following ethnic clashes in the last few days in which 600 houses were burnt and 7,000 people rendered homeless. The displaced people had taken shelter in six camps in Jirnia area and relief materials were distributed among them. Chief Minister Manik Sarkar reviewed the situation with top officials of police, Assam Rifles and Central Reserve Police Force(CRPF) and directed them to take steps to restore peace and normalcy in the area.
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April - 12 
The first round of official talks between Indian and US officials after the recent visit of the US President is to begin on April 13 in Washington. The issue of firming up guidelines on combating terrorism is likely to be one of the main issues in th
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The first round of official talks between Indian and US officials after the recent visit of the US President is to begin on April 13 in Washington. The issue of firming up guidelines on combating terrorism is likely to be one of the main issues in the meeting's agenda.
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April - 12 
The PWG had suffered an earlier reverse on April 12, when seven members of its Madhya Pradesh (MP) unit surrendered in Dantewadav district of MP.
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The PWG had suffered an earlier reverse on April 12, when seven members of its Madhya Pradesh (MP) unit surrendered in Dantewadav district of MP.
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April - 12 
Three militants of the LeT were killed in an encounter in Dhar Sangla forests of Poonch district.
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Three militants of the LeT were killed in an encounter in Dhar Sangla forests of Poonch district.
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April - 12 
Two militants, a security force personnel and a civilian were killed in an encounter at Gool, Udhampur district.
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Two militants, a security force personnel and a civilian were killed in an encounter at Gool, Udhampur district.
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April - 12 
Two militants, identified as Pakistanis, were killed in an encounter at village Dilbagh, Devar Lolab, on the night of April 12.
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Two militants, identified as Pakistanis, were killed in an encounter at village Dilbagh, Devar Lolab, on the night of April 12.
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April - 12 
In what is seen as a return to sectarian violence assailants threw grenades into a mosque before spraying the congregation with automatic rifle fire, and killed 12, Shias. An arrest of one Qari Mehmood, the son of the head of a nearby Sunni Moslem m
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In what is seen as a return to sectarian violence assailants threw grenades into a mosque before spraying the congregation with automatic rifle fire, and killed 12, Shias. An arrest of one Qari Mehmood, the son of the head of a nearby Sunni Moslem mosque, was made. Eight people were critically wounded in the attack .
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April - 12 
The Nepalese Home Minister said in statement that the Government would take tough measures to crush insurgency. He added that the National Defence council would be activated to effectively fight the Maoist insurgency which has plagued Nepal for the l
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The Nepalese Home Minister said in statement that the Government would take tough measures to crush insurgency. He added that the National Defence council would be activated to effectively fight the Maoist insurgency which has plagued Nepal for the last four years.
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April - 12 
American intelligence officials are in Dhaka to investigate reports that Bin laden had set up a network in Bangladesh during President Clinton's visit. This had resulted in the cancellation of some of the programmes of the president. The operatives w
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American intelligence officials are in Dhaka to investigate reports that Bin laden had set up a network in Bangladesh during President Clinton's visit. This had resulted in the cancellation of some of the programmes of the president. The operatives will meet their counterparts in Bangladesh and investigate the allegations.
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April - 12 
In her Sri Lankan New Year’s message, President Kumartunga said that people should put aside the general debates and concentrate in fighting terrorism. She urged the people to unite so that the menace could be fought effectively. While in the battles
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In her Sri Lankan New Year’s message, President Kumartunga said that people should put aside the general debates and concentrate in fighting terrorism. She urged the people to unite so that the menace could be fought effectively. While in the battles in the North thirty people died according to a statement by the Defence Ministry. In two skirmishes the army lost 11, soldiers and 59, were wounded and the Tigers suffered 19, casualties according to reports.
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April - 12 April - 13
Meanwhile, fighting raged on in the Northern Provinces as the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) continued their efforts to disrupt government control of the vital Main Supply Route through the Elephant Pass. The Sri Lankan Army had claimed that
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Meanwhile, fighting raged on in the Northern Provinces as the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) continued their efforts to disrupt government control of the vital Main Supply Route through the Elephant Pass. The Sri Lankan Army had claimed that it regained control over the route on April 12. Two soldiers and five LTTE rebels died in the heavy fighting on April 13 in which two soldiers and eight rebels were also injured.
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April - 13 
A militant, suspected to be a member of the Hizbul Mujahideen, was arrested from Botingoo, Anantnag, with a pistol and some ammunition.
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A militant, suspected to be a member of the Hizbul Mujahideen, was arrested from Botingoo, Anantnag, with a pistol and some ammunition.
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April - 13 
Around the same time, two more militants from the HM group were killed in Achan village near Pulwama. In this encounter, six men from the Border Security Forces (BSF) and Special Operations Group (SOG) were injured.
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Around the same time, two more militants from the HM group were killed in Achan village near Pulwama. In this encounter, six men from the Border Security Forces (BSF) and Special Operations Group (SOG) were injured.
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April - 13 
Around the same time, two more militants from the same group were killed in Achan village near Pulwama. In this encounter, six men from the Border Security Forces (BSF) and Special Operations Group (SOG) were injured.
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Around the same time, two more militants from the same group were killed in Achan village near Pulwama. In this encounter, six men from the Border Security Forces (BSF) and Special Operations Group (SOG) were injured.
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April - 13 
Faction fighting between two groups of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) continued in the jungles of Mon district near the Assam-Nagaland border. An activist of the NSCN (Khaplang faction) was killed and another injured on April 13.
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Faction fighting between two groups of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) continued in the jungles of Mon district near the Assam-Nagaland border. An activist of the NSCN (Khaplang faction) was killed and another injured on April 13.
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April - 13 
Fresh ethnic clashes broke out in West Tripura’s Jirania area. Authorities have responded by imposing curfew and shoot-at-sight orders. 850 huts were reported burnt and 8,000 people left homeless in the ongoing ethnic clashes.
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Fresh ethnic clashes broke out in West Tripura’s Jirania area. Authorities have responded by imposing curfew and shoot-at-sight orders. 850 huts were reported burnt and 8,000 people left homeless in the ongoing ethnic clashes.
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April - 13 
In another incident in the district, a landmine was found and defused by security forces in Jirania. No damage was reported. Ethnic rioting in the area continued with the burning of some more houses on the night of April 13.
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In another incident in the district, a landmine was found and defused by security forces in Jirania. No damage was reported. Ethnic rioting in the area continued with the burning of some more houses on the night of April 13.
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April - 13 
Insurgency continued on a low key in Jammu and Kashmir where seven militants were killed and three arrested since the night of April 13. Three militants, identified as members of the Hizbul Mujahideen (HM), were killed by security forces in Mahore a
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Insurgency continued on a low key in Jammu and Kashmir where seven militants were killed and three arrested since the night of April 13. Three militants, identified as members of the Hizbul Mujahideen (HM), were killed by security forces in Mahore area of Udhampur district on the night of April 13.
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April - 13 
Investigations into the murder of a jeweller in Hyderabad has revealed the presence of an Islamic militant group, Indian Muslim Mohammadi Mujahiddin (IMMM), which operates under the command of the Pakistan based Lashkar-e-Toiba, a terrorist outfit in
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Investigations into the murder of a jeweller in Hyderabad has revealed the presence of an Islamic militant group, Indian Muslim Mohammadi Mujahiddin (IMMM), which operates under the command of the Pakistan based Lashkar-e-Toiba, a terrorist outfit involved in the Kashmir insurgency. Confessions from four arrested suspects in the murder case have implied that the organisation, with an estimated strength of 25-30 militants, was headed by Azam Gori, an Islamic extremist, killed by the police on April 6.
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April - 13 
Late reports also indicate that an hard-core ULFA militant was shot dead in Balipara village, Dibrugarh district, on April 13.
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Late reports also indicate that an hard-core ULFA militant was shot dead in Balipara village, Dibrugarh district, on April 13.
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April - 13 
Meanwhile, the body of civilian, who was abducted by militants, was recovered on April 13 in Surankote, Poonch district.
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Meanwhile, the body of civilian, who was abducted by militants, was recovered on April 13 in Surankote, Poonch district.
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April - 13 
The left wing extremist (Naxalite) outfit, People’s War Group (PWG) has, on April 13, offered to conduct conditional talks with the Madhya Pradesh (MP) government. This offer came even as the group admitted, for the first time, that it was responsibl
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The left wing extremist (Naxalite) outfit, People’s War Group (PWG) has, on April 13, offered to conduct conditional talks with the Madhya Pradesh (MP) government. This offer came even as the group admitted, for the first time, that it was responsible for the killing of an MP minister. The PWG stated that talks could be conducted only if the State Chief Minister orders a withdrawal of armed security forces from the Bastar area and releases what they term as "innocent tribals now in jail.”
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April - 13 
Unidentified militants attacked and injured two security-men on the night of April 13 in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal. A sten-gun was looted from the injured security men.
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Unidentified militants attacked and injured two security-men on the night of April 13 in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal. A sten-gun was looted from the injured security men.
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April - 13 
The Shia-Sunni sectarian clashes in Pakistan continued on April 13 with a clash between followers of the two sects outside a mosque in Khanpur, Multan. 12 people, including policemen, were injured in the clashes. In another incident, a timer bomb was
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The Shia-Sunni sectarian clashes in Pakistan continued on April 13 with a clash between followers of the two sects outside a mosque in Khanpur, Multan. 12 people, including policemen, were injured in the clashes. In another incident, a timer bomb was detected and defused in another mosque at Hazara Town in Quetta. Meanwhile, a spokesman of a Shia party Tehreek-i-Jafria Pakistan (TJP) blamed the attack on the militant Sunni group, Sipah-i-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), a charge which was denied by the latter. Another prominent Shia leader has announced that his group would make arrangements for self-defence, since it could not depend on the Government for the community’s security. In response to the spate of clashes, the Army has been deployed in several cities of Pakistani Punjab. The Interior Minister, Moinuddin Hyder, has also warned that sectarian groups may be banned to combat the menace.
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April - 13 
Despite the government's reportedly hard-line stance against Maoists, the rebels are reported to have organised several mass meetings openly in several villages of Nepal. Reports also suggest that despite prior information, police have refused to tak
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Despite the government's reportedly hard-line stance against Maoists, the rebels are reported to have organised several mass meetings openly in several villages of Nepal. Reports also suggest that despite prior information, police have refused to take any action against these meetings.
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April - 13 
Meanwhile, in two separate instances, four persons were arrested with explosives in their possession. Police have yet to establish if those arrested, one in Baitadi district and three in Darchula district, are associated with any militant group.
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Meanwhile, in two separate instances, four persons were arrested with explosives in their possession. Police have yet to establish if those arrested, one in Baitadi district and three in Darchula district, are associated with any militant group.
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April - 13 
Seven people, including six police personnel, were killed when a land mine planted by suspected Maoist rebels exploded in western Nepal, on April 13.
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Seven people, including six police personnel, were killed when a land mine planted by suspected Maoist rebels exploded in western Nepal, on April 13.
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April - 13 
Seven persons were killed and 67 injured when a bomb exploded during a Tamil music concert in Eastern Trincomalee town on April 13. Police have yet to identify the perpetrators of this act.
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Seven persons were killed and 67 injured when a bomb exploded during a Tamil music concert in Eastern Trincomalee town on April 13. Police have yet to identify the perpetrators of this act.
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April - 14 
Another militant was arrested from Brarpora village in Pulwama.
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Another militant was arrested from Brarpora village in Pulwama.
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April - 14 
As part of the peace process, now on in Nagaland, security forces in the State have decided to unilaterally suspend operations against the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang, (NSCN-K) for a period of six months starting from April 16. Th
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As part of the peace process, now on in Nagaland, security forces in the State have decided to unilaterally suspend operations against the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang, (NSCN-K) for a period of six months starting from April 16. The NSCN (K) had earlier declared a truce.
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April - 14 
Following the killing of three people by tribal militants in West Tripura district on April 14, curfew was re-imposed in the district.
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Following the killing of three people by tribal militants in West Tripura district on April 14, curfew was re-imposed in the district.
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April - 14 
In another development, BSF intelligence sources indicate that an estimated one thousand armed militants, including members of Hizbul Mujaheedin and Lashker-e-Toiba, have been massed near the Line of Control and intend to enter J&K, a senior BSF offi
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In another development, BSF intelligence sources indicate that an estimated one thousand armed militants, including members of Hizbul Mujaheedin and Lashker-e-Toiba, have been massed near the Line of Control and intend to enter J&K, a senior BSF official has said.
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April - 14 
In another incident in the district, a landmine was found and defused by security forces in Jirania. No damage was reported. Ethnic rioting in the area continued with the burning of some more houses on the night of April 13.
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In another incident in the district, a landmine was found and defused by security forces in Jirania. No damage was reported. Ethnic rioting in the area continued with the burning of some more houses on the night of April 13.
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April - 14 
In other militancy-related incidents on the night of April 14, two unidentified militants were killed in Rajouri District. While one was killed at Dodsan-Hayatpora, the other was killed in Kot-Dhara.
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In other militancy-related incidents on the night of April 14, two unidentified militants were killed in Rajouri District. While one was killed at Dodsan-Hayatpora, the other was killed in Kot-Dhara.
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April - 14 
Meanwhile, delayed reports said that 12 Bengalis were killed by suspected All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militants in the Khas Kalyanpur area, West Tripura district, on April 14.
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Meanwhile, delayed reports said that 12 Bengalis were killed by suspected All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militants in the Khas Kalyanpur area, West Tripura district, on April 14.
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April - 14 
Meanwhile, news reports indicate that British intelligence have found evidence of a network funded by exiled Saudi billionaire Osama Bin Laden, where young British Muslims are encouraged to attend training camps in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) and
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Meanwhile, news reports indicate that British intelligence have found evidence of a network funded by exiled Saudi billionaire Osama Bin Laden, where young British Muslims are encouraged to attend training camps in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) and Afghanistan and participate in the Kashmiri insurgency.
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April - 14 
Police also recovered, on April 14, two bodies of persons suspected to be killed by militants in Nagbal village, Pulwama district.
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Police also recovered, on April 14, two bodies of persons suspected to be killed by militants in Nagbal village, Pulwama district.
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April - 14 
The Army also a busted a militant hideout in Brahamgala. No arrests were reported.
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The Army also a busted a militant hideout in Brahamgala. No arrests were reported.
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April - 14 
The army foiled a major infiltration bid by a group of 60 militants in Nawgam sector, Kupwara district. One was killed and two were captured, while the rest were forced to flee back to Pakistan.
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The army foiled a major infiltration bid by a group of 60 militants in Nawgam sector, Kupwara district. One was killed and two were captured, while the rest were forced to flee back to Pakistan.
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April - 14 
The left-wing militant (Naxal) outfit, People’s War Group (PWG) suffered a mild setback on April 14 when Andhra Pradesh (AP) police killed four of its members in two separate encounters in the State capital Hyderabad.
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The left-wing militant (Naxal) outfit, People’s War Group (PWG) suffered a mild setback on April 14 when Andhra Pradesh (AP) police killed four of its members in two separate encounters in the State capital Hyderabad.
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April - 14 
The SOG also notched another success when men from this force killed a foreign militant in Drasuban Lolab valley, Kupwara district on April 14.
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The SOG also notched another success when men from this force killed a foreign militant in Drasuban Lolab valley, Kupwara district on April 14.
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April - 14 
Two separate encounters in Kokrajhar district on April 14 left three militants of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) dead. Arms and ammunition were recovered from these encounters.
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Two separate encounters in Kokrajhar district on April 14 left three militants of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) dead. Arms and ammunition were recovered from these encounters.
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April - 14 
Pakistani authorities imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in areas close to the Indo-Pak border on April 14, ostensibly, to prevent "terrorist" infiltration. Paramilitary forces in the area have been given "shoot-at-sight powers" to maintain the curfew. Cu
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Pakistani authorities imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in areas close to the Indo-Pak border on April 14, ostensibly, to prevent "terrorist" infiltration. Paramilitary forces in the area have been given "shoot-at-sight powers" to maintain the curfew. Cultivation has also been banned in these areas. These security measures will remain in force for two months
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April - 14 
Another land mine explosion at Vellavelli, 125 miles east of Colombo, left six policemen injured.
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Another land mine explosion at Vellavelli, 125 miles east of Colombo, left six policemen injured.
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April - 14 
Another land mine explosion at Vellavelli, 125 miles east of Colombo, left six policemen injured. Eighteen rebels and one soldier were reported killed in other incidents.
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Another land mine explosion at Vellavelli, 125 miles east of Colombo, left six policemen injured. Eighteen rebels and one soldier were reported killed in other incidents.
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April - 14 
Eighteen rebels and one soldier were reported killed in other incidents.
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Eighteen rebels and one soldier were reported killed in other incidents.
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April - 14 
The continuing battle between Sri Lanka's army and rebel group, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam claimed 22 lives on April 14. A land mine placed by LTTE men killed three soldiers near Vavuniya in the Northern Areas.
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The continuing battle between Sri Lanka's army and rebel group, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam claimed 22 lives on April 14. A land mine placed by LTTE men killed three soldiers near Vavuniya in the Northern Areas.
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April - 15 
A militant belonging to a hitherto unknown militant outfit, PML(F), was arrested in Gobegram village, Meghalaya, on April 15, with some arms and ammunition in his possession.
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A militant belonging to a hitherto unknown militant outfit, PML(F), was arrested in Gobegram village, Meghalaya, on April 15, with some arms and ammunition in his possession.
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April - 15 
Extreme Left-wing (Naxals) militants of the People’s War Group set fire to a telephone exchange at Kaleshwaram village, Karimnagar district, on the night of April 15.
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Extreme Left-wing (Naxals) militants of the People’s War Group set fire to a telephone exchange at Kaleshwaram village, Karimnagar district, on the night of April 15.
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April - 15 
In other incidents during the same day, two unidentified militants were killed in Kotli, Rajouri, while three Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in a raid conducted by security forces on their hideout in Handwara area, Kupwara district.
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In other incidents during the same day, two unidentified militants were killed in Kotli, Rajouri, while three Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in a raid conducted by security forces on their hideout in Handwara area, Kupwara district.
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April - 15 
In the biggest ever explosives seizure in Jammu and Kashmir since 1998, security forces recovered 105 kg of RDX from Dalgate area of Srinagar on April 15.
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In the biggest ever explosives seizure in Jammu and Kashmir since 1998, security forces recovered 105 kg of RDX from Dalgate area of Srinagar on April 15.
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April - 15 
Meanwhile, militants targeted the office of Radio Kashmir, exploding a powerful device outside the building on April 15. No damage was caused to the building. A relatively unknown group named Hizb-e-Tawheed has owned responsibility for the blast
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Meanwhile, militants targeted the office of Radio Kashmir, exploding a powerful device outside the building on April 15. No damage was caused to the building. A relatively unknown group named Hizb-e-Tawheed has owned responsibility for the blast
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April - 15 
Militants in Anantnag district also injured two Security forces personnel, on April 15, in a grenade attack.
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Militants in Anantnag district also injured two Security forces personnel, on April 15, in a grenade attack.
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April - 15 
One militant was arrested in Watrad, Badgam district.
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One militant was arrested in Watrad, Badgam district.
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April - 15 
Suspected Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) militants raided a passenger bus and abducted two government officials on April 15 near Saithah village in Mizoram.
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Suspected Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) militants raided a passenger bus and abducted two government officials on April 15 near Saithah village in Mizoram.
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April - 15 
Two government employees were abducted, on April 15, by militants, suspected to be from the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF). A State transport bus was burnt by these militants near Saithah in Western Miami district.
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Two government employees were abducted, on April 15, by militants, suspected to be from the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF). A State transport bus was burnt by these militants near Saithah in Western Miami district.
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April - 15 
Government forces in fresh fighting in northern Sri Lanka killed at least 13 Tamil Tiger guerrillas. Troops killed nine men and three women fighters of the separatist Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Kovilkadu in the Jaffna peninsula.
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Government forces in fresh fighting in northern Sri Lanka killed at least 13 Tamil Tiger guerrillas. Troops killed nine men and three women fighters of the separatist Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Kovilkadu in the Jaffna peninsula.
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April - 15 
The Sri Lankan government on April 15 in a crucial statement said that the proposed talks would indicate as to how the war would end. The question of de-escalation will only be dealt with once a political solution is in sight. Otherwise there is no i
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The Sri Lankan government on April 15 in a crucial statement said that the proposed talks would indicate as to how the war would end. The question of de-escalation will only be dealt with once a political solution is in sight. Otherwise there is no immediate hope for a cease-fire.
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April - 16 
A raid in Kupwara led to the seizure of some arms, ammunition and explosives. A militant was also arrested with explosives in the same district on April 16.
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A raid in Kupwara led to the seizure of some arms, ammunition and explosives. A militant was also arrested with explosives in the same district on April 16.
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April - 16 
Another bullet-ridden body of a civilian was recovered on April 16.
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Another bullet-ridden body of a civilian was recovered on April 16.
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April - 16 
Ethnic riots continued to rage in Tripura with National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants killing 13 people on April 16. Several houses were also torched during this attack carried out by 30 armed NLFT militants in Khowai subdivision, West
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Ethnic riots continued to rage in Tripura with National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants killing 13 people on April 16. Several houses were also torched during this attack carried out by 30 armed NLFT militants in Khowai subdivision, West Tripura district.
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April - 16 
Expressing happiness at the cease-fire reached between the Central government and the Naga National Socialist Council (Khaplang), an influential Naga umbrella group, the Naga Hoho, on April 16, called on the government to come out with specific offer
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Expressing happiness at the cease-fire reached between the Central government and the Naga National Socialist Council (Khaplang), an influential Naga umbrella group, the Naga Hoho, on April 16, called on the government to come out with specific offers to Naga militant groups to further the peace process.
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April - 16 
Four militants were killed and 11 security personnel injured in Jammu and Kashmir on the night of April 16. The slain militants have been identified as members of the Al Badr. The incident occurred at Burzahama on the outskirts of Srinagar.
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Four militants were killed and 11 security personnel injured in Jammu and Kashmir on the night of April 16. The slain militants have been identified as members of the Al Badr. The incident occurred at Burzahama on the outskirts of Srinagar.
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April - 16 
Four persons suspected to be activists of Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) were arrested in Hyderabad on April 16. Police suspect the involvement of the arrested in the recent bomb blasts in Hyderabad and other places in Andhra Pradesh.
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Four persons suspected to be activists of Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) were arrested in Hyderabad on April 16. Police suspect the involvement of the arrested in the recent bomb blasts in Hyderabad and other places in Andhra Pradesh.
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April - 16 
In another encounter, a militant was killed in Achabal area of Anantnag district.
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In another encounter, a militant was killed in Achabal area of Anantnag district.
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April - 16 
In another incident, security forces detected and defused an explosive planted by militants in Badgam district.
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In another incident, security forces detected and defused an explosive planted by militants in Badgam district.
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April - 16 
In another incident, security forces faced a major debacle on April 16, when a raiding party came under heavy militant fire leaving six security force personnel and two civilians dead while one policeman was injured. Reinforcements have been rushed t
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In another incident, security forces faced a major debacle on April 16, when a raiding party came under heavy militant fire leaving six security force personnel and two civilians dead while one policeman was injured. Reinforcements have been rushed to the site in Mandi area of Poonch district and the encounter is still on.
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April - 16 
In different incidents across the State of Assam, six militants were killed by security forces. Two militants of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed on April 16 in Sukiapathar, Golaghat district.
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In different incidents across the State of Assam, six militants were killed by security forces. Two militants of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed on April 16 in Sukiapathar, Golaghat district.
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April - 16 
Three militants of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in an encounter with police at Tulasijhora near Bijni on April16.
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Three militants of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in an encounter with police at Tulasijhora near Bijni on April16.
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April - 16 
Pakistan’s Chief Executive, Gen. Pervez Musharraf, has called for a negotiated settlement on the issue of Osama Bin Laden, in interview with the Egyptian daily, Al-Ahram .He said that: “We hope that Kabul and Washington can solve the Bin Laden proble
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Pakistan’s Chief Executive, Gen. Pervez Musharraf, has called for a negotiated settlement on the issue of Osama Bin Laden, in interview with the Egyptian daily, Al-Ahram .He said that: “We hope that Kabul and Washington can solve the Bin Laden problem through negotiation.”
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April - 16 
Thousands of troops were deployed across Pakistan on Sunday to prevent violence on the day of Moharram. Police reported no incidents as the Moharram festival marking the seventh century martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of the prophet Mohammad
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Thousands of troops were deployed across Pakistan on Sunday to prevent violence on the day of Moharram. Police reported no incidents as the Moharram festival marking the seventh century martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of the prophet Mohammad was observed. A bomb exploded in a public park in Rawalpindi on April 16. Six people were injured in the explosion including three children.
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April - 16 
Prime Minister and Nepali Congress president Girija Prasad Koirala asked the Moaist insurgents to lay down arms He said that government is willing to talk to the Maoists provided they give up arms. He also said that Government might use an article of
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Prime Minister and Nepali Congress president Girija Prasad Koirala asked the Moaist insurgents to lay down arms He said that government is willing to talk to the Maoists provided they give up arms. He also said that Government might use an article of the Constitution to set up a National Security Council. He opined that the government might take the help of the army to resolve the crises caused by the insurgency .In another significant development Maoist guerillas have kidnapped former Minister and member of Nepali Congress Reg Bahadur Subedi and his son Suresh Subedi from their house. The incident took place on April 15, at Rolpa about 450 kms from Kathmandu.
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April - 16 
The government in Bangladesh has admitted that previous governments trained and armed insurgents for operations in India. The Bangladeshi home minister, Mohammad Nasim, said this had been done in collaboration with a foreign intelligence network.. In
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The government in Bangladesh has admitted that previous governments trained and armed insurgents for operations in India. The Bangladeshi home minister, Mohammad Nasim, said this had been done in collaboration with a foreign intelligence network.. India has always said that it is the Pakistan’s intelligence agency that has been carrying such activities in India a charge constantly denied by Pakistan. He said that this has been stopped after India and Bangladesh reached an agreement.
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April - 16 
Sri Lankan Defence Ministry has claimed that 17 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam were killed in different battles with the Sri Lankan Army since April 16 in Jaffna Peninsula. One rebel was killed and three injured in artillery firing
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Sri Lankan Defence Ministry has claimed that 17 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam were killed in different battles with the Sri Lankan Army since April 16 in Jaffna Peninsula. One rebel was killed and three injured in artillery firing in Ariyalai Tongue on April 16.
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April - 17 
A second militant was killed and a member of a counter insurgent group Ikhwan injured during an encounter in Naidkhai, Sonawari.
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A second militant was killed and a member of a counter insurgent group Ikhwan injured during an encounter in Naidkhai, Sonawari.
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April - 17 
A third encounter in Handwara, Kupwara district left two militants dead.
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A third encounter in Handwara, Kupwara district left two militants dead.
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April - 17 
At a meeting between Indian and Bhutanese authorities held on April 17, it was agreed that Indian security forces would step up vigil along the border to check the activities of Bodo and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants. The militant
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At a meeting between Indian and Bhutanese authorities held on April 17, it was agreed that Indian security forces would step up vigil along the border to check the activities of Bodo and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants. The militants have been abducting Indian and Bhutanese citizens for ransom. Bhutanese officials at the meeting had expressed concern over the activities of these militants and the consequent threat posed to the tiny kingdom’s security.
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April - 17 
Five security personnel were injured in a landmine explosions set off by militants at village Rey-Kapran.
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Five security personnel were injured in a landmine explosions set off by militants at village Rey-Kapran.
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April - 17 
Four militants were killed and seven security personnel were injured in different incidents across the state of Jammu and Kashmir since the night of April 17. A militant identified as a top member of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen was killed in Naidkhai, Ba
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Four militants were killed and seven security personnel were injured in different incidents across the state of Jammu and Kashmir since the night of April 17. A militant identified as a top member of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen was killed in Naidkhai, Baramullah district on the night of April 17.
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April - 17 
In a separate incident, police shot dead an activist of the Left wing extremist group, Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Janashakti, in Karimanagar district, AP, on the same day.
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In a separate incident, police shot dead an activist of the Left wing extremist group, Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Janashakti, in Karimanagar district, AP, on the same day.
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April - 17 
In a third explosion, a vehicle of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police was damaged after hitting a land mine in Gadol-Kokernag. Several security forces are reported to be injured in the incident until last reports came in.
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In a third explosion, a vehicle of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police was damaged after hitting a land mine in Gadol-Kokernag. Several security forces are reported to be injured in the incident until last reports came in.
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April - 17 
Meanwhile, a senior leader of the Lashkar-e-Toiba was reported killed by the Army. No details are available.
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Meanwhile, a senior leader of the Lashkar-e-Toiba was reported killed by the Army. No details are available.
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April - 17 
Meanwhile, in another incident, forty seven ULFA militants and a militant of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) surrendered at Duni village in Darrang district on April 17.
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Meanwhile, in another incident, forty seven ULFA militants and a militant of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) surrendered at Duni village in Darrang district on April 17.
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April - 17 
Meanwhile, the detained general secretary of the group, Th Muivah, currently under detention in a Thai jail for travelling on a false passport, has asked for a new lawyer before the next hearing of the case scheduled for April 27. The Union governmen
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Meanwhile, the detained general secretary of the group, Th Muivah, currently under detention in a Thai jail for travelling on a false passport, has asked for a new lawyer before the next hearing of the case scheduled for April 27. The Union government is hopeful that the group will nominate a fresh delegate for the peace talks after the April 27 hearing.
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April - 17 
Meanwhile, the State Government appointed a former Supreme Court judge, Justice Ratnavel Pandey to head the inquiry commission into the police firing in Barakpora, Anantnag district on April 3 which left seven dead.
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Meanwhile, the State Government appointed a former Supreme Court judge, Justice Ratnavel Pandey to head the inquiry commission into the police firing in Barakpora, Anantnag district on April 3 which left seven dead.
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April - 17 
Meanwhile, unidentified gunmen shot dead two NSCN-Khaplang members in Mokokchung town in Nagaland.
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Meanwhile, unidentified gunmen shot dead two NSCN-Khaplang members in Mokokchung town in Nagaland.
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April - 17 
The Hmar People’s Convention (Democrats) militants have demanded Rs. 10 million as ransom for the release of the six employees of the North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Ltd., held captive since March 31.
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The Hmar People’s Convention (Democrats) militants have demanded Rs. 10 million as ransom for the release of the six employees of the North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Ltd., held captive since March 31.
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April - 17 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) has sharply criticised the Union government for lack of progress in the Naga peace process, alleging that division between various departments of the government is the main reason for
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) has sharply criticised the Union government for lack of progress in the Naga peace process, alleging that division between various departments of the government is the main reason for lack of progress in peace talks. The group has alleged that the Home Ministry is responsible for the arrest of the group's general secretary in Thailand and the consequent stalling of the peace process.
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April - 17 
Two activists of a trade union front organisation of Left wing extremists, Singareni Karmika Samakhya were killed by police in Duganapalle village, Adilabad district, Andhra Pradesh (AP), on April 17.
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Two activists of a trade union front organisation of Left wing extremists, Singareni Karmika Samakhya were killed by police in Duganapalle village, Adilabad district, Andhra Pradesh (AP), on April 17.
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April - 17 
Two more security personnel were injured in an Improvised Explosive Devise (IED) blast at Bahpura in Bandipora.
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Two more security personnel were injured in an Improvised Explosive Devise (IED) blast at Bahpura in Bandipora.
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April - 17 
Two security personnel were killed and 17 injured in a mine blast carried out by rebels of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) on April 17 at Sonaicherri in West Tripura district.
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Two security personnel were killed and 17 injured in a mine blast carried out by rebels of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) on April 17 at Sonaicherri in West Tripura district.
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April - 17 
Vigil along the Assam-Nagaland border has been strengthened due to the on going encounter between the two rival factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) in several areas of Mon district in Nagaland. Tension has spread in Assam's
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Vigil along the Assam-Nagaland border has been strengthened due to the on going encounter between the two rival factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) in several areas of Mon district in Nagaland. Tension has spread in Assam's border district of Sibsagar following a mass exodus of Nagas from Mon.
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April - 17 
The Federal government has decided to set up a task force to suggest measures aimed at clearing the country of illicit arms, ensuring the surrender of automatic weapons and regulation of the arms industry in tribal areas. A recent study by the Paki
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The Federal government has decided to set up a task force to suggest measures aimed at clearing the country of illicit arms, ensuring the surrender of automatic weapons and regulation of the arms industry in tribal areas. A recent study by the Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POFs) has stated that 300 to 400 arms factories existed in the tribal areas and were producing huge quantities of weapons.
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April - 17 
Two people were injured in two bomb blasts which occurred in the same area of Quetta city within an interval of ten minutes. No suspects were named.
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Two people were injured in two bomb blasts which occurred in the same area of Quetta city within an interval of ten minutes. No suspects were named.
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April - 17 
As part of the anti-insurgency drive, the government has decided to increase perks to security forces operating in areas infested with Maoist insurgency. These perks are targeted to benefit families of security men and civilians injured or killed in
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As part of the anti-insurgency drive, the government has decided to increase perks to security forces operating in areas infested with Maoist insurgency. These perks are targeted to benefit families of security men and civilians injured or killed in insurgency related incidents.
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April - 17 
In another development, a cabinet meeting on April 17 instituted cash rewards as an incentive for people giving information on terrorist related activities.
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In another development, a cabinet meeting on April 17 instituted cash rewards as an incentive for people giving information on terrorist related activities.
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April - 17 
At a meeting between Indian and Bhutanese authorities held on April 17, it was agreed that Indian security forces would step up vigil along the border to check the activities of Bodo and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants. The militant
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At a meeting between Indian and Bhutanese authorities held on April 17, it was agreed that Indian security forces would step up vigil along the border to check the activities of Bodo and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants. The militants have been abducting Indian and Bhutanese citizens for ransom. Bhutanese officials at the meeting had expressed concern over the activities of these militants and the consequent threat posed to the tiny kingdom’s security.
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April - 17 
Four more LTTE men were killed in Janakapura.
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Four more LTTE men were killed in Janakapura.
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April - 17 
In another Army attack, two LTTE men were killed in Nagar Kovil
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In another Army attack, two LTTE men were killed in Nagar Kovil
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April - 17 
On April 17 counter bombardment by the Army killed two rebels in Chavakachcheri while Army snipers killed seven rebels in Veddukadu and one rebel in Kovilkadu.
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On April 17 counter bombardment by the Army killed two rebels in Chavakachcheri while Army snipers killed seven rebels in Veddukadu and one rebel in Kovilkadu.
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April - 17 
To forestall any potential deal between the Sri Lankan government and Tamil bodies for a peaceful end to the ethnic crisis, the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam has warned Tamil groups that they will be wiped out in the event of such a deal. Th
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To forestall any potential deal between the Sri Lankan government and Tamil bodies for a peaceful end to the ethnic crisis, the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam has warned Tamil groups that they will be wiped out in the event of such a deal. The LTTE threat was directed against former Tamil militant outfits which are now part of the democratic mainstream. These include People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam, Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation and Eelam People's Revolutionary Liberation Front.
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April - 18 
Four persons, suspected of maintaining links with the banned United Liberation Front of Asom, were arrested on April 18 from Golaghat
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Four persons, suspected of maintaining links with the banned United Liberation Front of Asom, were arrested on April 18 from Golaghat
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April - 18 
Meanwhile, in different encounters on the night of April 18, four militants were killed. While two were killed in Shulva, Poonch district, the other two were killed in Palhalan, Baramulla district and Wularhama, Kupwara district. Some arms and ammuni
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Meanwhile, in different encounters on the night of April 18, four militants were killed. While two were killed in Shulva, Poonch district, the other two were killed in Palhalan, Baramulla district and Wularhama, Kupwara district. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from these encounters.
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April - 18 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants killed an All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militant and abducted a local political leader from Sukanachara under Ambassa police station in Dholai district on April 18
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants killed an All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militant and abducted a local political leader from Sukanachara under Ambassa police station in Dholai district on April 18
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April - 18 
The Union Government has asked all State governments to give their consent to a proposal to amend the Explosive Substances Act, 1908. The amendment proposes to delegate more powers to the States to sanction prosecution against violators of the Act.
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The Union Government has asked all State governments to give their consent to a proposal to amend the Explosive Substances Act, 1908. The amendment proposes to delegate more powers to the States to sanction prosecution against violators of the Act.
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April - 18 
The Union Government informed the Lok Sabha, India’s Lower House, on April 18, that the 24 persons have been arrested for supplying fake passports to the hijackers of Indian Airlines flight IC 814, in December 1999. The statement also added that the
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The Union Government informed the Lok Sabha, India’s Lower House, on April 18, that the 24 persons have been arrested for supplying fake passports to the hijackers of Indian Airlines flight IC 814, in December 1999. The statement also added that the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen was involved in the hijack.
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April - 19 
10 people were killed and one injured in various militancy related incidents since the night of April 19 in Jammu and Kashmir. Three alleged militants were also arrested. Four militants were killed in Bazipora, Bandipora on the night of April 19. A
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10 people were killed and one injured in various militancy related incidents since the night of April 19 in Jammu and Kashmir. Three alleged militants were also arrested. Four militants were killed in Bazipora, Bandipora on the night of April 19. A civilian was also killed in the encounter while two others were injured.
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April - 19 
A civilian was injured by militants in Shahgund Hajan.
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A civilian was injured by militants in Shahgund Hajan.
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April - 19 
A group of surrendered militants have formed an organisation with the motive of fighting the active left-wing militant group, the Peoples' War Group. They also propose to launch a campaign against the violent ideology of the PWG.
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A group of surrendered militants have formed an organisation with the motive of fighting the active left-wing militant group, the Peoples' War Group. They also propose to launch a campaign against the violent ideology of the PWG.
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April - 19 
A security force personnel was killed by militants in Shardah Sharief, Rajouri district.
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A security force personnel was killed by militants in Shardah Sharief, Rajouri district.
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April - 19 
Earlier, on April 19, two persons, suspected to be militants of Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen were arrested from Miskeen Bagh and are being questioned.
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Earlier, on April 19, two persons, suspected to be militants of Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen were arrested from Miskeen Bagh and are being questioned.
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April - 19 
Ethnic riots continued to rage in Tripura with 9 persons killed on April 19. While the tribal rebel group National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) killed eight people in Laxmipur, suspected militants of United Bengali Liberation Force (UBLF) kille
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Ethnic riots continued to rage in Tripura with 9 persons killed on April 19. While the tribal rebel group National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) killed eight people in Laxmipur, suspected militants of United Bengali Liberation Force (UBLF) killed one person and injured six others in two separate bomb attacks in North and West districts of Tripura.
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April - 19 
In another incident, a grenade attack on Indian troops left two killed and six others injured on April 19. Militants also attacked an Army camp and a police station. No casualties were reported
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In another incident, a grenade attack on Indian troops left two killed and six others injured on April 19. Militants also attacked an Army camp and a police station. No casualties were reported
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April - 19 
In the first incident of its kind in Jammu and Kashmir, a suicide bomber inside a car blew himself up in Batwara outside the Army's local headquarters, on April 19, injuring four soldiers and four civilians. An unknown militant outfit, Jaish Muhammad
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In the first incident of its kind in Jammu and Kashmir, a suicide bomber inside a car blew himself up in Batwara outside the Army's local headquarters, on April 19, injuring four soldiers and four civilians. An unknown militant outfit, Jaish Muhammad has claimed responsibility for the act.
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April - 19 
It has been reported on April 19 that India’s Union government has set up a high level panel to review the country’s national security system. To be chaired by Union Home Minister L. K. Advani, the panel includes the Defence Minister, the External A
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It has been reported on April 19 that India’s Union government has set up a high level panel to review the country’s national security system. To be chaired by Union Home Minister L. K. Advani, the panel includes the Defence Minister, the External Affairs Minister and the Finance Minister.
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April - 19 
Meanwhile, in a report recently placed in India's Parliament, the National Human Rights Commission has expressed satisfaction over the functioning of the security system in the State. The Commission stated that security forces were increasingly assoc
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Meanwhile, in a report recently placed in India's Parliament, the National Human Rights Commission has expressed satisfaction over the functioning of the security system in the State. The Commission stated that security forces were increasingly associating local magistrates, village elders as well as local police officers while conducting cordon and search operations.
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April - 19 
Militants of the Karbi National Volunteer Force (KNVF) struck again in Assam killing 11 Nepalese in Assam's hill district of Karbi Anglong on April 19. This is the second major massacre by the group in this month. Several houses were burnt down by th
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Militants of the Karbi National Volunteer Force (KNVF) struck again in Assam killing 11 Nepalese in Assam's hill district of Karbi Anglong on April 19. This is the second major massacre by the group in this month. Several houses were burnt down by the marauding ultras before fleeing from the site.
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April - 19 
On April 19, a militant hideout in Suda Saine, Poonch district was also raided and destroyed. Huge cache of arms and explosives were recovered in these raids. No arrests were made.
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On April 19, a militant hideout in Suda Saine, Poonch district was also raided and destroyed. Huge cache of arms and explosives were recovered in these raids. No arrests were made.
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April - 19 
Quoting intelligence reports, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah said that he apprehended the possibility of Pakistan using helicopters to drop arms in Rajouri and Poonch districts of the State. Further, he said that in recent times in
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Quoting intelligence reports, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah said that he apprehended the possibility of Pakistan using helicopters to drop arms in Rajouri and Poonch districts of the State. Further, he said that in recent times infiltrating militants did not carry arms with them, and this was a pointer towards the existence of several arms dumps in the State. He said this was a serious phenomenon.
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April - 19 
Two militants were killed at Sajankot in Udhampur district.
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Two militants were killed at Sajankot in Udhampur district.
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April - 19 
Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kotagiri Vidyasagar Rao has informed India's lower House, Lok Sabha that in Jammu and Kashmir 265 violent attacks by militants on security forces were recorded between January and March, 2000.
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Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kotagiri Vidyasagar Rao has informed India's lower House, Lok Sabha that in Jammu and Kashmir 265 violent attacks by militants on security forces were recorded between January and March, 2000.
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April - 19 
Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala clarified on April 19 that "Mobilizing the army to resolve the Maoist insurgency is just a part of the Council’s over-all responsibility." He was denying perceptions that his emphasis on National Defense Council w
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Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala clarified on April 19 that "Mobilizing the army to resolve the Maoist insurgency is just a part of the Council’s over-all responsibility." He was denying perceptions that his emphasis on National Defense Council was a sole pretext to mobilize the army, and added that the Council had a wide-ranging responsibilities.
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April - 19 
Meanwhile, in a discussion with Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Ranil Wikaramasinghe in New Delhi, Indian Foreign Minister Jaswant Singh has underlined the need for a tripartite agreement amongst the three parties i.e. United National Party (UNP), Liber
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Meanwhile, in a discussion with Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Ranil Wikaramasinghe in New Delhi, Indian Foreign Minister Jaswant Singh has underlined the need for a tripartite agreement amongst the three parties i.e. United National Party (UNP), Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and the Sri Lankan government, if the devolution proposals were to succeed. He added that the ethnic conflict should be resolved within a united Sri Lanka and that India would not support separatism nor will it ever accept the division of the island.
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April - 19 
The rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) launched a fresh attack on the strategic highway linking the Elephant Pass military complex to government-held Jaffna town. 31 rebels and 12 soldiers were reported killed while 43 soldiers were wounde
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The rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) launched a fresh attack on the strategic highway linking the Elephant Pass military complex to government-held Jaffna town. 31 rebels and 12 soldiers were reported killed while 43 soldiers were wounded in the fighting which occurred in Pallai-Iyakachchi sector of Jaffna Peninsula. While LTTE claimed that it has gained control over a stretch of the highway, Sri Lankan Defence Ministry claimed that the Army had repulsed the fresh LTTE offensive.
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April - 20 
A Harkat-ul-Mujahideen militant was arrested in Doda district on the same day.
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A Harkat-ul-Mujahideen militant was arrested in Doda district on the same day.
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April - 20 
A new militant outfit, termed ‘Limitsung’, has been formed in Nagaland to fight for a separate home state outside India. This comes after the two major factions of the National Socialist Council Nagaland (NSCN) have concluded cease-fire agreements wi
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A new militant outfit, termed ‘Limitsung’, has been formed in Nagaland to fight for a separate home state outside India. This comes after the two major factions of the National Socialist Council Nagaland (NSCN) have concluded cease-fire agreements with the government and are now looking for solutions within the Indian Constitution. The new outfit is reportedly operating from Tuensang and Mon districts of Nagaland.
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April - 20 
A squad leader of the Left wing extremist group Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) was shot dead in an encounter on the night on April 20 in Chennur, Adilabad district. Other members of the squad managed to escape.
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A squad leader of the Left wing extremist group Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) was shot dead in an encounter on the night on April 20 in Chennur, Adilabad district. Other members of the squad managed to escape.
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April - 20 
Following a spate of abductions carried out by militants, the Mizoram State government has constituted a committee of ministers on security and related matters. The committee is to deal with the rising insurgency in the State.
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Following a spate of abductions carried out by militants, the Mizoram State government has constituted a committee of ministers on security and related matters. The committee is to deal with the rising insurgency in the State.
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April - 20 
India's upper house of Parliament, the Rajya Sabha was informed on April 20 that the Government has taken up the issue of cross-border terrorism with governments of Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal and Myanmar, besides Thailand. The main issue raised by Ind
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India's upper house of Parliament, the Rajya Sabha was informed on April 20 that the Government has taken up the issue of cross-border terrorism with governments of Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal and Myanmar, besides Thailand. The main issue raised by India is the use of these countries' territories by militants operating in North-east India.
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April - 20 
Left wing extremists laid an ambush on a police party, on April 20, in Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh killing two policemen and injuring another.
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Left wing extremists laid an ambush on a police party, on April 20, in Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh killing two policemen and injuring another.
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April - 20 
Militants of Mizoram's Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) abducted a teacher from a village along the Tripura-Mizoram border on April 20, even as two government employees abducted last month remain untraced.
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Militants of Mizoram's Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) abducted a teacher from a village along the Tripura-Mizoram border on April 20, even as two government employees abducted last month remain untraced.
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April - 20 
On April 20, two militants were killed by the Army in Dhakikot-Prankot forests of Rajouri district.
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On April 20, two militants were killed by the Army in Dhakikot-Prankot forests of Rajouri district.
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April - 20 
Security forces smashed a militant hideout at Dodasanballa, Rajouri district on April 20.
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Security forces smashed a militant hideout at Dodasanballa, Rajouri district on April 20.
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April - 20 
Unidentified persons blasted a bomb outside the Jamaat-i-Islami headquarters in Lahore on April 20. No casualties were reported in this high intensity explosion.
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Unidentified persons blasted a bomb outside the Jamaat-i-Islami headquarters in Lahore on April 20. No casualties were reported in this high intensity explosion.
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April - 20 
The government has deployed additional security forces in south-east Bhutan following reports that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) are active in the region. The government aims to contai
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The government has deployed additional security forces in south-east Bhutan following reports that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) are active in the region. The government aims to contain the activities of these militant groups, which are believed to have 30 camps in the area. These militant groups are suspected to be inciting local Nepalese to rebel against the Royal government.
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April - 20 
The Sri Lankan government said that monitored Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) transmissions claimed that the rebels were on the periphery of the Iyakachchi military base, ‘the last bastion protecting the Elephant Pass camp’. The Sri Lankan A
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The Sri Lankan government said that monitored Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) transmissions claimed that the rebels were on the periphery of the Iyakachchi military base, ‘the last bastion protecting the Elephant Pass camp’. The Sri Lankan Army was forced to pull back from several defence lines in the face of the LTTE offensive. While 56 LTTE rebels and 21 soldiers were killed, 213 soldiers were reported injured in the clashes on April 20.
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April - 21 
11 militants and two security forces personnel were killed in different parts of Jammu and Kashmir on April 21. Militants also set off several explosions in the State. In separate encounters, four militants were killed in Banihal, Doda district and
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11 militants and two security forces personnel were killed in different parts of Jammu and Kashmir on April 21. Militants also set off several explosions in the State. In separate encounters, four militants were killed in Banihal, Doda district and three in Mahore. One soldier was injured. Police believe that all the killed militants were foreigners.
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April - 21 
A security forces personnel was killed in an explosion triggered by militants in Gungbug village of Kupwara district
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A security forces personnel was killed in an explosion triggered by militants in Gungbug village of Kupwara district
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April - 21 
An infiltrating party of militants was ambushed by security forces and one member was killed. The others managed to flee back to Pakistan.
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An infiltrating party of militants was ambushed by security forces and one member was killed. The others managed to flee back to Pakistan.
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April - 21 
Another explosive devise, planted by militants at Zinpanchal-Batpora road in the Charar-e-Sharief area was detected and defused by security forces.
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Another explosive devise, planted by militants at Zinpanchal-Batpora road in the Charar-e-Sharief area was detected and defused by security forces.
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April - 21 
Earlier on April 21, militants abducted three people, injured four and set ablaze several houses in different places of Tripura.
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Earlier on April 21, militants abducted three people, injured four and set ablaze several houses in different places of Tripura.
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April - 21 
In another development, the Army is contemplating military operation against the two outfits in selective areas of the hill district.
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In another development, the Army is contemplating military operation against the two outfits in selective areas of the hill district.
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April - 21 
In another incident, militants shot and injured a civilian in Hajan.
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In another incident, militants shot and injured a civilian in Hajan.
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April - 21 
In Kupwara district, three suspected militants were arrested and are being questioned.
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In Kupwara district, three suspected militants were arrested and are being questioned.
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April - 21 
Meanwhile, the State Government instituted an inquiry into the firing incident in Sopore on April 19, when two children were killed. This follows three days of protests in the town with locals alleging overreaction by security forces immediately afte
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Meanwhile, the State Government instituted an inquiry into the firing incident in Sopore on April 19, when two children were killed. This follows three days of protests in the town with locals alleging overreaction by security forces immediately after a grenade attack on a security picket.
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April - 21 
Some arms and ammunition were recovered in two raids conducted on militant hideouts in Srinagar and Uri. No arrests were made.
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Some arms and ammunition were recovered in two raids conducted on militant hideouts in Srinagar and Uri. No arrests were made.
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April - 21 
Three militants, identified as Hizb-ul-Mujahideen members, were killed in Gund-e-Omer, Anantnag district.
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Three militants, identified as Hizb-ul-Mujahideen members, were killed in Gund-e-Omer, Anantnag district.
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April - 21 
Two transmission towers were blown up by militants in the border area between Rajouri and Poonch districts. Police are investigating the blasts.
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Two transmission towers were blown up by militants in the border area between Rajouri and Poonch districts. Police are investigating the blasts.
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April - 21 
In another development, a person abducted by the Maoist rebels in March was released on April 21 reportedly after his family paid a ransom.
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In another development, a person abducted by the Maoist rebels in March was released on April 21 reportedly after his family paid a ransom.
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April - 21 
In another development, the LTTE has extended an invitation to Erik Solheim, the newly appointed Norwegian special envoy to Sri Lanka, and a goodwill team to visit Vanni in the war-torn north. The delegation would also meet LTTE chief Velupillai Prab
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In another development, the LTTE has extended an invitation to Erik Solheim, the newly appointed Norwegian special envoy to Sri Lanka, and a goodwill team to visit Vanni in the war-torn north. The delegation would also meet LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran.
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April - 21 
In Colombo, three LTTE men were arrested on suspicion of assisting the suicide bombers in the March 10 Rajagriya blasts.
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In Colombo, three LTTE men were arrested on suspicion of assisting the suicide bombers in the March 10 Rajagriya blasts.
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April - 21 
Meanwhile, the government, on April 21, appointed General Rohan Daluwatte as the Chief of Defence Staff, Joint Operational Headquarters.
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Meanwhile, the government, on April 21, appointed General Rohan Daluwatte as the Chief of Defence Staff, Joint Operational Headquarters.
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April - 21 
Sri Lankan Army continued its assault on rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions in the Elephant Pass area on April 21. Details of casualties are not yet available. The Army has reported readjusting its Forward Defence Line, ostensibl
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Sri Lankan Army continued its assault on rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions in the Elephant Pass area on April 21. Details of casualties are not yet available. The Army has reported readjusting its Forward Defence Line, ostensibly to prepare for a counter penetration. Even as the Army continues to engage LTTE forces with mortar and artillery firing, the Air Force bombarded known rebel positions on April 21. Defence Ministry sources have acknowledged the death of one officer and 20 soldiers in the latest battles. 127 soldiers were also injured. Heavy fighting also continues in the North areas of the Jaffna Peninsula.
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April - 22 
An United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) activist was arrested on April 22 from Biswanath Chariali, Kamrup district.
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An United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) activist was arrested on April 22 from Biswanath Chariali, Kamrup district.
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April - 22 
Assam Chief Minister, Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, said on April 22 that the State government was considering a request to the Centre for imposition of a ban on the Karbi militant outfits — Karbi National Volunteers (KNV) and Karbi People’s Force (KPF). T
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Assam Chief Minister, Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, said on April 22 that the State government was considering a request to the Centre for imposition of a ban on the Karbi militant outfits — Karbi National Volunteers (KNV) and Karbi People’s Force (KPF). This is in view of the recent escalation in violence unleashed by these two outfits in the hill district of Karbi Anglong under the banner of their joint platform United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS).
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April - 22 
In a grenade attack in Doda district on April 22, three security forces personnel were injured, while one civilian was shot in Anantnag in an exchange of fire between militants and security forces personnel.
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In a grenade attack in Doda district on April 22, three security forces personnel were injured, while one civilian was shot in Anantnag in an exchange of fire between militants and security forces personnel.
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April - 22 
In another development, two left wing rebels of the Janashakti group were arrested, from Kottakomugudem hamlet, in Adilabad district on April 22.
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In another development, two left wing rebels of the Janashakti group were arrested, from Kottakomugudem hamlet, in Adilabad district on April 22.
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April - 22 
Left wing rebels of the outlawed Peoples War Group, on April 22, shot dead a former Sarpanch (head of the local body), in Kesarapalli village, Karimnagar district, Andhra Pradesh.
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Left wing rebels of the outlawed Peoples War Group, on April 22, shot dead a former Sarpanch (head of the local body), in Kesarapalli village, Karimnagar district, Andhra Pradesh.
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April - 22 
One Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was killed in Potah, Poonch district, on April 22 in a sneak attack on an Army camp by a suicide squad comprising two LeT militants. Militants claimed that a Subedar and 25 jawans were killed in the attack. A Defen
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One Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was killed in Potah, Poonch district, on April 22 in a sneak attack on an Army camp by a suicide squad comprising two LeT militants. Militants claimed that a Subedar and 25 jawans were killed in the attack. A Defence ministry spokesman, however, said that 16 personnel of the Rashtriya Rifles who were on patrol duty in the area came under attack. Two soldiers were killed and another two were injured.. A massive combing operation has been launched in the Potha forests.
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April - 22 
Two suspected militants of the Tehreek-e-Jehadi were arrested from Wanganpora near Eidgah, while miscreants set ablaze the office of the Local Body at Ranipora, Anantnag district.
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Two suspected militants of the Tehreek-e-Jehadi were arrested from Wanganpora near Eidgah, while miscreants set ablaze the office of the Local Body at Ranipora, Anantnag district.
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April - 22 
Three persons were injured in a bomb explosion which occurred in Billa Setho village in Pakistan controlled Kashmir. No details were available.
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Three persons were injured in a bomb explosion which occurred in Billa Setho village in Pakistan controlled Kashmir. No details were available.
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) have gained control of the strategic Elephant Pass, on April 22. Heavy fighting between the LTTE and government troops continued north of the Pass, where the troops are now concentrated to prevent the LTTE
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) have gained control of the strategic Elephant Pass, on April 22. Heavy fighting between the LTTE and government troops continued north of the Pass, where the troops are now concentrated to prevent the LTTE from marching towards Jaffna, which they had lost to the Sri Lankan Army in 1996. The Defence Ministry said that troops resisted the LTTE offensive, killing 197 LTTE rebels and injuring several hundreds during the last few days. The Ministry claimed that 150 LTTE cadres were killed on April 22, and 12 on April 23 morning. During clashes on April 23, government forces claimed the loss of seven officers and 72 soldiers. Among those killed were a Brigadier and two Colonels. Some 420 security forces personnel were injured in the intense clashes. LTTE sources however put the Army toll at a higher figure of 1000.
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April - 23 
A Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel injured in the Sumbal encounter on April 19, succumbed to his wounds on April 23.
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A Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel injured in the Sumbal encounter on April 19, succumbed to his wounds on April 23.
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April - 23 
Karbi militants, who are on a killing spree, struck again on April 23, killing six labourers at Akhoiphuta, Karbi Anglong district, Assam. With these, the total number of lives claimed by Karbi militants during the last fortnight rose to 28.
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Karbi militants, who are on a killing spree, struck again on April 23, killing six labourers at Akhoiphuta, Karbi Anglong district, Assam. With these, the total number of lives claimed by Karbi militants during the last fortnight rose to 28.
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April - 23 
Tribal militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) burnt a State Minister's residence on April 23, besides indulging in a spree of violent activities ahead of local polls due on the end of April.
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Tribal militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) burnt a State Minister's residence on April 23, besides indulging in a spree of violent activities ahead of local polls due on the end of April.
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April - 23 
The chief of the newly floated Jaish Muhammed, Maulana Masood Azhar was taken into custody by an unidentified Pakistani security agency in Lahore. Masood Azhar was recently released from an Indian jail in exchange for the release of the hijacked IC 8
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The chief of the newly floated Jaish Muhammed, Maulana Masood Azhar was taken into custody by an unidentified Pakistani security agency in Lahore. Masood Azhar was recently released from an Indian jail in exchange for the release of the hijacked IC 814 on December 31, 2000.
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April - 23 
Buyoed by the success of the strike call given in the first week of April, rebel Maoists in Nepal have called for another strike in the districts of Banke and Bardiya on May 20. The strike call, given on April 22, is in protest against the deaths of
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Buyoed by the success of the strike call given in the first week of April, rebel Maoists in Nepal have called for another strike in the districts of Banke and Bardiya on May 20. The strike call, given on April 22, is in protest against the deaths of those killed in the insurgency and demanding release of prisoners.
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April - 24 
A local political leader and his son were killed by Left-wing extremists, Naxalites on the night of April 24, in Keshavpally village of Andhra Pradesh.
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A local political leader and his son were killed by Left-wing extremists, Naxalites on the night of April 24, in Keshavpally village of Andhra Pradesh.
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April - 24 
Assam, Manipur and Nagaland will soon launch a combined operation against extremists, who, under the garb of the Naga National Socialist Council (Issac-Muviah), People's United Liberation Front, Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam and (Zomi Revo
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Assam, Manipur and Nagaland will soon launch a combined operation against extremists, who, under the garb of the Naga National Socialist Council (Issac-Muviah), People's United Liberation Front, Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam and (Zomi Revolutionary Army, have, of late, been involved in killings, kidnappings and extortion with their bases in Jiribam in western Manipur. Intelligence agencies have identified the hilly terrain of up Jiribam opposite to Cachar border in Assam as the camps of the militant outfits who are working in tandem with one another.
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April - 24 
Besides a militant of Hizb ul Mujahideen was claimed to have been arrested from Raipora village in Budgam. This later resulted in recovery of some ammunition and explosives as well.
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Besides a militant of Hizb ul Mujahideen was claimed to have been arrested from Raipora village in Budgam. This later resulted in recovery of some ammunition and explosives as well.
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April - 24 
Besides, a massive explosion was reported in Rampur area of Chatabal which left one injured besides damaging a number of houses.
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Besides, a massive explosion was reported in Rampur area of Chatabal which left one injured besides damaging a number of houses.
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April - 24 
Bhutan Foreign Minister Jigmi Y Thinley will have official talks with External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh, on April 26, during which the issue of Assam militants belonging to ULFA and Bodo groups operating from the Bhutanese territory will come u
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Bhutan Foreign Minister Jigmi Y Thinley will have official talks with External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh, on April 26, during which the issue of Assam militants belonging to ULFA and Bodo groups operating from the Bhutanese territory will come up.
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April - 24 
Five persons were killed in violent incidents across Jammu and Kashmir since the night of April 24.
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Five persons were killed in violent incidents across Jammu and Kashmir since the night of April 24.
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April - 24 
In another incident, Kanaka Saikia, wife of an ULFA activist was arrested in Nagaon district, on April 24 .
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In another incident, Kanaka Saikia, wife of an ULFA activist was arrested in Nagaon district, on April 24 .
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April - 24 
In Kunzar village on the Gulmarg road, suspected militants lobbed a grenade over an army convoy, on April 24.
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In Kunzar village on the Gulmarg road, suspected militants lobbed a grenade over an army convoy, on April 24.
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April - 24 
In the continuing combing operations launched on April 24, by the troops of 132 Battalion of Border Security Force (BSF), one Harkat-ul-Mujahideen militant was killed at Chakli village, south of Rajouri, on April 24. Police said they raided a number
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In the continuing combing operations launched on April 24, by the troops of 132 Battalion of Border Security Force (BSF), one Harkat-ul-Mujahideen militant was killed at Chakli village, south of Rajouri, on April 24. Police said they raided a number of places and recovered some arms besides rounding up some suspects.
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April - 24 
Meanwhile, reports indicate that the extreme left (Naxalite) militant outfit Peoples’ War Group is planning on upgrading its fighting capacity by reorganising the group’s military wing. Fresh training camps are being organised with the assistance of
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Meanwhile, reports indicate that the extreme left (Naxalite) militant outfit Peoples’ War Group is planning on upgrading its fighting capacity by reorganising the group’s military wing. Fresh training camps are being organised with the assistance of Sri Lanka’s rebel group the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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April - 24 
Raids in Kupwara and Anantnag have led to huge recoveries that include ammunition of various weapons of various makes.
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Raids in Kupwara and Anantnag have led to huge recoveries that include ammunition of various weapons of various makes.
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April - 24 
Security forces detected and defused an explosive devise planted in a bus near Kathua in Jammu.
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Security forces detected and defused an explosive devise planted in a bus near Kathua in Jammu.
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April - 24 
The security forces have served an ultimatum to some underground factions in Nagaland's Mon district bordering Assam to vacate the area by April 27. The ultimatum was served in the light of clashes and fratricidal killings involving rival Naga rebe
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The security forces have served an ultimatum to some underground factions in Nagaland's Mon district bordering Assam to vacate the area by April 27. The ultimatum was served in the light of clashes and fratricidal killings involving rival Naga rebels, which officials said was against the spirit of the cease-fire, now in force.
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April - 24 
Three BSF detachments in Budgam and the Pakharpora-based Special Operations Group (SOG) started an encounter with the militants in Karpora village, on April 24. An SPO was killed in the encounter.
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Three BSF detachments in Budgam and the Pakharpora-based Special Operations Group (SOG) started an encounter with the militants in Karpora village, on April 24. An SPO was killed in the encounter.
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April - 24 
Top Army officials and representatives of the banned National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) are scheduled to hold a meeting any time between April 25 and 27, in what is seen as an exploratory exercise for possible peace negotiations.
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Top Army officials and representatives of the banned National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) are scheduled to hold a meeting any time between April 25 and 27, in what is seen as an exploratory exercise for possible peace negotiations.
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April - 24 
Two Indian helicopters of the India Air Force have been pressed into service to intensify the ongoing counter-insurgency operations in Tripura to ensure a peaceful conduct of elections to the 30-member Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council
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Two Indian helicopters of the India Air Force have been pressed into service to intensify the ongoing counter-insurgency operations in Tripura to ensure a peaceful conduct of elections to the 30-member Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) slated for April 30 and May 3.
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April - 24 
Three gunmen shot dead a former Afghan guerrilla commander, Mohammed Siddique, in Pakistan's northern border city of Peshawar, on April 24.
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Three gunmen shot dead a former Afghan guerrilla commander, Mohammed Siddique, in Pakistan's northern border city of Peshawar, on April 24.
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April - 24 
Meanwhile, political analysts in Sri Lanka sounded sceptic about the prospects of the peace talks in the wake of the Army's 'tactical withdrawal' from Elephant Pass.
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Meanwhile, political analysts in Sri Lanka sounded sceptic about the prospects of the peace talks in the wake of the Army's 'tactical withdrawal' from Elephant Pass.
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April - 24 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) have lost at least 868 cadres beginning December 11, 1999, up to the major battle on 23rd April, in which they have gained control of Elephant Pass, an Army commander said at a press conference in Colombo.
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) have lost at least 868 cadres beginning December 11, 1999, up to the major battle on 23rd April, in which they have gained control of Elephant Pass, an Army commander said at a press conference in Colombo. The Sri Lankan armed forces said that they were fortifying a new line of defence after withdrawing from a key military base in the face of an offensive by Tamil rebels. The unprecedented fall of the Elephant Pass-Iyakkachchi army bases, opening the gateway to Jaffna, has given rise to calls for international assistance to stop the LTTE before it marched into Jaffna. "I do not want to sound alarmist, but given the present state of affairs, the fall of Jaffna cannot be ruled out", said Tilak Karunaratne, the rebel UNP MP and secretary general of the new party, "Sinhala Urumaiya". "Foreign assistance is welcome, but who is going to come here? The neighbour (India) will not come. Once bitten twice shy", Karunaratne said.
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April - 25 
An intelligence report has indicated a spurt in the number of militant infiltration into the State from Pakistan in recent weeks. An estimated 200 militants are believed to have infiltrated into the State in the past two weeks.
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An intelligence report has indicated a spurt in the number of militant infiltration into the State from Pakistan in recent weeks. An estimated 200 militants are believed to have infiltrated into the State in the past two weeks.
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April - 25 
Tea planters in North Bengal are planning to raise a private protection force to protect them from militant attack. The insurgent groups from the North-east like the United Liberation Front for Asom (ULFA) and the Kamtapuri Liberation Organization (K
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Tea planters in North Bengal are planning to raise a private protection force to protect them from militant attack. The insurgent groups from the North-east like the United Liberation Front for Asom (ULFA) and the Kamtapuri Liberation Organization (KLO) have unleashed a reign of terror.
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Two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants were killed in two separate encounters with the army, one near Lokpala village, Nalbari district, on April 27, and another on April 25 delayed reports stated.
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Two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants were killed in two separate encounters with the army, one near Lokpala village, Nalbari district, on April 27, and another on April 25 delayed reports stated.
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April - 25 
Three low intensity blasts, caused by time-devices, were reported in Quetta, in intervals within 50 minutes, injuring five persons, two of them seriously, on April 25.
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Three low intensity blasts, caused by time-devices, were reported in Quetta, in intervals within 50 minutes, injuring five persons, two of them seriously, on April 25.
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April - 25 
At least 30 of the 214 Sri Lankan soldiers who died fighting separatist rebels for Elephant pass died of dehydration after guerrillas cut off the area's only water source. The deaths came after Tamil Tigers overran Yakachchi, the main water source
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At least 30 of the 214 Sri Lankan soldiers who died fighting separatist rebels for Elephant pass died of dehydration after guerrillas cut off the area's only water source. The deaths came after Tamil Tigers overran Yakachchi, the main water source for the large military base at Elephant Pass, and blew up the electric pumps that supplied water to the camps. On April 25, air force jets and helicopter gunships hit rebel positions but no details of casualties were available. Two days after the military's devastating loss of Elephant Pass, the rebels and the government gave conflicting numbers of dead. Rebels said more than 1,000 soldiers were killed, while the army admitted on April 24, to 88 dead. But on April 25, officials raised their own toll to 214 after the rebels turned over 126 bodies to the International Committee of the Red Cross.
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April - 25 
Meanwhile, Reuters said from Colombo, on April 26, that the army's death toll in the Elephant Pass debacle rose to 214, after the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) handed over bodies of 126 soldiers to the International Committee of the Red Cro
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Meanwhile, Reuters said from Colombo, on April 26, that the army's death toll in the Elephant Pass debacle rose to 214, after the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) handed over bodies of 126 soldiers to the International Committee of the Red Cross, on April 25.
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April - 26 
A third civilian was killed by militants at Aloosa- Helmatpora, Baramulla district.
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A third civilian was killed by militants at Aloosa- Helmatpora, Baramulla district.
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April - 26 
Five Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed and five others including the deputy commandant injured in a mine blast set off by militants in Jammu and Kashmir on April 26. A deputy commandant and four others received grievous injuries in th
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Five Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed and five others including the deputy commandant injured in a mine blast set off by militants in Jammu and Kashmir on April 26. A deputy commandant and four others received grievous injuries in this blasts which occurred in RS Pora.
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April - 26 
In a police encounter at thllavellamla in Nalgonda district on April 26 six left wing extremists belonging to the rachkonda squad were killed. The dead belonged to the People's War Group (PWG).
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In a police encounter at thllavellamla in Nalgonda district on April 26 six left wing extremists belonging to the rachkonda squad were killed. The dead belonged to the People's War Group (PWG).
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April - 26 
India and Bhutan have agreed to intensify cooperation to prevent insurgents in the north-eastern States from using the kingdom's territory for sanctuary after indulging in subversive acts in the region.
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India and Bhutan have agreed to intensify cooperation to prevent insurgents in the north-eastern States from using the kingdom's territory for sanctuary after indulging in subversive acts in the region.
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April - 26 
K. Padmanabhaiah said that the Central government is awaiting the release of National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) chief negotiator Thuingaleng Muivah from prison for the resumption of peace talks, but is also open to any
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K. Padmanabhaiah said that the Central government is awaiting the release of National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) chief negotiator Thuingaleng Muivah from prison for the resumption of peace talks, but is also open to any replacement from their side. Muivah, who is also General Secretary, NSCN(IM), is serving a one-year term at Songkhala jail in Southern Thailand for landing in Bangkok on January 22, with a forged passport.
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April - 26 
Lalu Mia, suspected agent of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), was arrested in Hasnabad, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, on April 26, on charges of having helped one of the hijackers of Indian Airlines flight IC 814 cross over in
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Lalu Mia, suspected agent of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), was arrested in Hasnabad, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, on April 26, on charges of having helped one of the hijackers of Indian Airlines flight IC 814 cross over into India from Bangladesh.
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April - 26 
Mean while in Warangal ten Naxalites surrendered to the police including an commander of a Dalam who carried a reward of two hundred thousand rupees.
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Mean while in Warangal ten Naxalites surrendered to the police including an commander of a Dalam who carried a reward of two hundred thousand rupees.
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April - 26 
Militancy in the Northeast acquired an "ominous" form as a result of networking amongst various militant groups and availability of trans-border sanctuaries coupled with the feelings of alienation and exploitation, the 1999-2000 report of the Union h
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Militancy in the Northeast acquired an "ominous" form as a result of networking amongst various militant groups and availability of trans-border sanctuaries coupled with the feelings of alienation and exploitation, the 1999-2000 report of the Union home ministry said on April 26.
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April - 26 
Militants killed two civilians in Surankote, Poonch district, on the night of April 26.
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Militants killed two civilians in Surankote, Poonch district, on the night of April 26.
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April - 26 
Muivah, General Secretary of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak-Muivah), will be tried on April 27. Muivah was arrested at Bangkok Airport on January 19 for allegedly travelling on a false South Korean passport. He has already jumped a
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Muivah, General Secretary of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak-Muivah), will be tried on April 27. Muivah was arrested at Bangkok Airport on January 19 for allegedly travelling on a false South Korean passport. He has already jumped a $5,260 bail. Muivah was sentenced to a year in prison.
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April - 26 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants gunned down two Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI (M)] workers in Mugrambari market, Tripura, while one militant was killed in an encounter with security forces in separate incidents on Apri
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants gunned down two Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI (M)] workers in Mugrambari market, Tripura, while one militant was killed in an encounter with security forces in separate incidents on April 26.
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April - 26 
One person was killed and another grievously injured by Left wing militants belonging to the banned Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), in Kesru-Dharampur, Gaya district, on April 26.
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One person was killed and another grievously injured by Left wing militants belonging to the banned Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), in Kesru-Dharampur, Gaya district, on April 26.
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April - 26 
The renewed spurt in factional clashes between the two groups of the NSCN after a momentary lull of a few days which resulted in three deaths, has created panic in the Mon district.
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The renewed spurt in factional clashes between the two groups of the NSCN after a momentary lull of a few days which resulted in three deaths, has created panic in the Mon district.
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April - 26 
Three militants, two SPOs and four civilians were also killed in several militancy related incidents across the State on April 26.
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Three militants, two SPOs and four civilians were also killed in several militancy related incidents across the State on April 26.
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April - 26 
Union home minister L.K. Advani on April 26 said that he favoured the enactment of a law on the lines of the defunct Terrorist Activities and Disruptive Practices (Prevention) Act to combat terrorism. The lapse of the law had created a vacuum in ef
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Union home minister L.K. Advani on April 26 said that he favoured the enactment of a law on the lines of the defunct Terrorist Activities and Disruptive Practices (Prevention) Act to combat terrorism. The lapse of the law had created a vacuum in effective dealing with terrorist activities, he said.
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April - 26 
Aftab Sheikh, Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leader and deputy-convenor, Muttahida Rabita Committee, on April 26, advised party activists and office-bearers to go underground so that they could save themselves from 'state-sponsored torture by the pol
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Aftab Sheikh, Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leader and deputy-convenor, Muttahida Rabita Committee, on April 26, advised party activists and office-bearers to go underground so that they could save themselves from 'state-sponsored torture by the police'. He warned that it would be beyond the control of Muttahida leaders if Mohajirs lost their patience due to these atrocities and injustices.
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April - 26 
Motorcycle-borne gunmen, on April 26, shot dead Syed Farrukh Barjees, a leader of the Shiite, Tehrik-e-Jafria party, and his accountant in Khanewal, near Multan, Pakistan Puinjab.
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Motorcycle-borne gunmen, on April 26, shot dead Syed Farrukh Barjees, a leader of the Shiite, Tehrik-e-Jafria party, and his accountant in Khanewal, near Multan, Pakistan Puinjab.
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April - 26 
In another development on April 26, the Nepal's Minister for Communication and Information, Jayaprakash Prasad Gupta, announced a proposed law to prevent "terrorist journalism". The proposed law is aimed at preventing what the government terms as "ob
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In another development on April 26, the Nepal's Minister for Communication and Information, Jayaprakash Prasad Gupta, announced a proposed law to prevent "terrorist journalism". The proposed law is aimed at preventing what the government terms as "objectionable" news reports carried by a few vernacular weeklies closely associated with the underground Maoist militant groups. On the same day, Minister of State for Women, Children and Social Welfare, Kamala Panta announced that the government was going ahead with its plan to end the Maoist terrorism and guarantee security to the people as a matter of priority.
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April - 26 
Two Maoist militants and one civilian were killed in an encounter, on April 26 in Masine, Surkhet district.
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Two Maoist militants and one civilian were killed in an encounter, on April 26 in Masine, Surkhet district.
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April - 26 
31 persons were killed in clashes between the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels and security forces, on April 26. 15 LTTE cadres and 12 soldiers were killed in a fierce battle at Vallimunai in the Jaffna Peninsula while several others w
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31 persons were killed in clashes between the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels and security forces, on April 26. 15 LTTE cadres and 12 soldiers were killed in a fierce battle at Vallimunai in the Jaffna Peninsula while several others were injured.
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April - 26 
Acting Defence Minister General Anuruddha Ratwatte informed the Sri Lankan Cabinet, on April 26, that the military campaign against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was being continued under the complete control of the commanders of the t
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Acting Defence Minister General Anuruddha Ratwatte informed the Sri Lankan Cabinet, on April 26, that the military campaign against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was being continued under the complete control of the commanders of the three wings of the armed forces, backed by appropriate political leadership.
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April - 26 
Deputy Defence Minister General Anuruddha Ratwatte said in Colombo, on April 26, that the setback suffered by the Sri Lankan Army in Elephant Pass was a natural phenomenon in wars of that nature. "We have to accept both victories and setbacks in the
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Deputy Defence Minister General Anuruddha Ratwatte said in Colombo, on April 26, that the setback suffered by the Sri Lankan Army in Elephant Pass was a natural phenomenon in wars of that nature. "We have to accept both victories and setbacks in the same manner" Ratwatte added.
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April - 26 
Government troops also killed another nine terrorists in two separate incidents in Janmakieny and Nagarkovil.
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Government troops also killed another nine terrorists in two separate incidents in Janmakieny and Nagarkovil.
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April - 26 
In a new political development, the Opposition United National Party (UNP) threatened to bring in a no-confidence motion against the Peoples’ Alliance (PA) government if it did not accede to the party’s call to summon an emergency session of Parliame
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In a new political development, the Opposition United National Party (UNP) threatened to bring in a no-confidence motion against the Peoples’ Alliance (PA) government if it did not accede to the party’s call to summon an emergency session of Parliament to debate the security situation in the country following the Elephant Pass debacle.
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April - 26 
In another confrontation in Nagar Kovil, security forces killed seven LTTE rebels, while another 10 were injured. During the same confrontation, two soldiers were also killed and another two were injured.
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In another confrontation in Nagar Kovil, security forces killed seven LTTE rebels, while another 10 were injured. During the same confrontation, two soldiers were also killed and another two were injured.
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April - 26 
Meanwhile, an Army officer was being interrogated about his links with the LTTE. He is suspected to have passed on information on troop deployments around the Elephant Pass.
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Meanwhile, an Army officer was being interrogated about his links with the LTTE. He is suspected to have passed on information on troop deployments around the Elephant Pass.
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April - 26 
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka's chief censor has banned live news from the BBC, which he blamed for inaccurate coverage of recent military defeats, but state radio, on April 26, ignored the decree.
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Meanwhile, Sri Lanka's chief censor has banned live news from the BBC, which he blamed for inaccurate coverage of recent military defeats, but state radio, on April 26, ignored the decree.
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April - 26 
One soldier was killed and another wounded in a claymore mine attack at Sithandy, north of Batticaloa, on April 26, while they were on a route clearing patrol.
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One soldier was killed and another wounded in a claymore mine attack at Sithandy, north of Batticaloa, on April 26, while they were on a route clearing patrol.
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April - 26 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) clandestine Voive of Tigers radio announced on April 26 that the rebels were advancing towards Pallai from their consolidated positions in Soranpattu, Iyakkachchi and Elephant Pass.
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) clandestine Voive of Tigers radio announced on April 26 that the rebels were advancing towards Pallai from their consolidated positions in Soranpattu, Iyakkachchi and Elephant Pass.
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April - 27 
A mine blast set off by militants in Methmoo, Anantnag district left one officer and 10 other security forces personnel injured.
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A mine blast set off by militants in Methmoo, Anantnag district left one officer and 10 other security forces personnel injured.
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April - 27 
Andhra Pradesh police achieved a success in their fight against Left wing extremists, Naxalites, on April 27, when 12 extremists of the Peoples’ War Group (PWG) were killed in Kavakondaguttala village, Warangal district, in an eight hour-long encount
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Andhra Pradesh police achieved a success in their fight against Left wing extremists, Naxalites, on April 27, when 12 extremists of the Peoples’ War Group (PWG) were killed in Kavakondaguttala village, Warangal district, in an eight hour-long encounter.
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April - 27 
Besides, a recently surrendered ULFA militant was arrested in Dibrugarh, on April 27, on charges of extortion.
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Besides, a recently surrendered ULFA militant was arrested in Dibrugarh, on April 27, on charges of extortion.
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April - 27 
In a related development a Kashmiri militant was arrested on April 27 in New Delhi where he was preparing to flee the country. He involved in an attack on security forces in Harri-Marhotte village of Jammu and Kashmir, last month.
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In a related development a Kashmiri militant was arrested on April 27 in New Delhi where he was preparing to flee the country. He involved in an attack on security forces in Harri-Marhotte village of Jammu and Kashmir, last month.
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April - 27 
In a third encounter, two unidentified militants suspected to be foreigners were gunned down in the Dibri forests, Doda district.
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In a third encounter, two unidentified militants suspected to be foreigners were gunned down in the Dibri forests, Doda district.
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April - 27 
In other incidents on the same day, militants injured two people, including a Special Police Officer, while security forces recovered a bomb in Samba.
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In other incidents on the same day, militants injured two people, including a Special Police Officer, while security forces recovered a bomb in Samba.
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April - 27 
In yet another development, six United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, including three hard-core militants, surrendered in Morigaon, on April 27, delayed reports said.
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In yet another development, six United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, including three hard-core militants, surrendered in Morigaon, on April 27, delayed reports said.
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April - 27 
Militants killed one civilian and injured another in separate incidents at Bandipora, Baramulla district and Adipora in Sopore.
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Militants killed one civilian and injured another in separate incidents at Bandipora, Baramulla district and Adipora in Sopore.
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April - 27 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak––Muivah) (NSCN-IM) General Secretary Thuingaleng Muivah said, on April 27, that he should be released so that he could help broker a political solution in Nagaland. Muviah is now in a Thai jail on charges
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak––Muivah) (NSCN-IM) General Secretary Thuingaleng Muivah said, on April 27, that he should be released so that he could help broker a political solution in Nagaland. Muviah is now in a Thai jail on charges of making an illegal entry into that country.
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April - 27 
Seven militants, one security force's personnel and one civilian were killed in several incidents across Jammu and Kashmir since the evening of April 27. Of these, two high ranking Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in Kandi, Kupwara while a mem
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Seven militants, one security force's personnel and one civilian were killed in several incidents across Jammu and Kashmir since the evening of April 27. Of these, two high ranking Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in Kandi, Kupwara while a member of Lashkar-e-Toiba's suicide squad Fidayeen was killed in Chilla Danga, Samba in an encounter which also claimed the life of a security forces personnel. Other members of the Fidayeen escaped from the scene of the encounter. The other four militants, killed in separate encounters are yet to be identified.
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April - 27 
Six militants were killed by security forces in different parts of Jammu and Kashmir, on April 27. While two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants were killed in Bhattanwali, Rajouri district, two Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed at Kandi village, i
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Six militants were killed by security forces in different parts of Jammu and Kashmir, on April 27. While two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants were killed in Bhattanwali, Rajouri district, two Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed at Kandi village, in Kupwara district.
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April - 27 
Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants were arrested in Jorhat on April 27.
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Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants were arrested in Jorhat on April 27.
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April - 27 
A meeting of Islamic religious leaders, Ulema, arranged by the Markaz Da'wa-Tul-Irshad at its headquarters in Muridke, near Lahore, issued a warning to the Pakistani government against taking any measures aimed at curbing the activities of Islamic re
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A meeting of Islamic religious leaders, Ulema, arranged by the Markaz Da'wa-Tul-Irshad at its headquarters in Muridke, near Lahore, issued a warning to the Pakistani government against taking any measures aimed at curbing the activities of Islamic religious militants, Mujahideen. The Markaz is the parent of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, a militant outfit participating in the insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir. The Ulema convention also justified the insurgencies in Kashmir and Chechanya, terming them as a religious war, jehad.
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April - 27 
Bhutan has not ruled out the use of force to evict United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Bodo militants holed up in its jungles, if talks to allow an estimated 700 to 2,000 militants leave the country peacefully did not succeed. The militants
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Bhutan has not ruled out the use of force to evict United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Bodo militants holed up in its jungles, if talks to allow an estimated 700 to 2,000 militants leave the country peacefully did not succeed. The militants have conveyed to the Bhutanese government that they needed more time to leave the forests. The presence of ULFA and Bodo militants in Bhutan figured during talks between Indian Foreign Minister Jaswant Singh and the visiting Bhutanese Foreign Minister Lyonpo Jigmi Tsering.
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April - 28 
40 Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants, who had surrendered on December 31, 1998, formally joined the ruling Asom Gana Parishad (AGP, in the presence of Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta,
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40 Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militants, who had surrendered on December 31, 1998, formally joined the ruling Asom Gana Parishad (AGP, in the presence of Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, on April 28.
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April - 28 
At the just concluded Home Secretary-level talks between Bangladesh and India, India has conveyed its protest over the presence of top Northeast-based militant leaders in Bangladesh and has reiterated the urgent need to check influx from across the b
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At the just concluded Home Secretary-level talks between Bangladesh and India, India has conveyed its protest over the presence of top Northeast-based militant leaders in Bangladesh and has reiterated the urgent need to check influx from across the border
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April - 28 
Four unidentified militants were killed at Peer Panchal Devasa (Mahore sector) on April 28. A security force personnel was injured in the encounter. In another encounter at Heera Nagar in Jammu division, two militants of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were kill
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Four unidentified militants were killed at Peer Panchal Devasa (Mahore sector) on April 28. A security force personnel was injured in the encounter. In another encounter at Heera Nagar in Jammu division, two militants of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed.
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April - 28 
In another development, two suspected extremists belonging to the Muslim United Liberation Front of Assam (MULFA) were arrested in Morigaon.
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In another development, two suspected extremists belonging to the Muslim United Liberation Front of Assam (MULFA) were arrested in Morigaon.
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April - 28 
Militants killed two civilians in separate incidents on April 28. While one was killed in Halsidar , Anantnag the second was killed in Rajpora, Handwara.
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Militants killed two civilians in separate incidents on April 28. While one was killed in Halsidar , Anantnag the second was killed in Rajpora, Handwara.
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April - 28 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) insurgents abducted a Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leader from Nutan Bazar, South Tripura district, on April 28.
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) insurgents abducted a Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leader from Nutan Bazar, South Tripura district, on April 28.
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April - 28 
Security forces arrested five militants on April 28. Two were arrested in Babar Nallah (Sector Hira Nagar), another two from Kishtwar and the fifth from Budgam.
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Security forces arrested five militants on April 28. Two were arrested in Babar Nallah (Sector Hira Nagar), another two from Kishtwar and the fifth from Budgam.
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April - 28 
The reign of terror in Karbi Anglong district is being carried out by a rag-tag group of less than 50 militants operating under the banner of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), top security officials coordinating counter-insurgency ope
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The reign of terror in Karbi Anglong district is being carried out by a rag-tag group of less than 50 militants operating under the banner of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), top security officials coordinating counter-insurgency operations in Assam said. PDS cadres are behind the selective attacks on non-tribals since April 9, in which 28 people have lost their lives.
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April - 28 
Four policemen were killed, while three others were injured, in an ambush laid by Maoist insurgents in Duwakot, Dhading district, about 70 kilometers west of Kathmandu, on April 28.
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Four policemen were killed, while three others were injured, in an ambush laid by Maoist insurgents in Duwakot, Dhading district, about 70 kilometers west of Kathmandu, on April 28.
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April - 28 
Sri Lankan troops on April 28 killed 23 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in six separate incidents, a Defence Ministry release said. Six LTTE guerrillas were killed in clashes in general area Tettamthottam East. Three other LTTE cadres
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Sri Lankan troops on April 28 killed 23 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in six separate incidents, a Defence Ministry release said. Six LTTE guerrillas were killed in clashes in general area Tettamthottam East. Three other LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation in Tanmakkeny. In another incident in general area Kovilkadu, government forces sniped and killed one LTTE rebel, while three more were killed in general area Vedukkanary. On the same day, in clashes reported in the general area Southwest of Ranabapura, three LTTE cadres were killed.
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April - 28 
Sri Lanka's President, Chandrika Kumaratunga said over state-run Roopavahini, on April 28, that her government would "relentlessly pursue the military option" if the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) did not lay down arms. "As a strong Governm
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Sri Lanka's President, Chandrika Kumaratunga said over state-run Roopavahini, on April 28, that her government would "relentlessly pursue the military option" if the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) did not lay down arms. "As a strong Government committed to safeguard human freedom and human life, we are not willing to compromise the safety of all citizens of this country", Kumaratunga said, in her address, in the aftermath of the loss of Elephant Pass to LTTE rebels. Kumaratunga asked people belonging to all ethnic communities to rally around her government at this trying moment and came down on opposition members for "taking narrow political advantage" of the army's recent debacle in Elephant Pass. In another development, Kumaratunga, in her capacity as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has ordered regulars and reserves of the Sri Lanka Army, Navy Air Force to report to active service from May 1, 2000.
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April - 29 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen militant was killed in Mansbal on April 29. Another Al Badr militant was killed in Lolab.
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen militant was killed in Mansbal on April 29. Another Al Badr militant was killed in Lolab.
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April - 29 
Earlier on April 29, a bomb attack by militants in one of the canals of the Upper Sindh Hydel Project (II) at Cherwan village left one civilian killed and 16 others injured. In another incident, a grenade attack by militants on a bus near Mughal Gard
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Earlier on April 29, a bomb attack by militants in one of the canals of the Upper Sindh Hydel Project (II) at Cherwan village left one civilian killed and 16 others injured. In another incident, a grenade attack by militants on a bus near Mughal Garden in Achabal left one student injured. Two civilians were injured in another grenade attack at Achabal, Anantnag district. Militants also launched a grenade attack on the residence of a Special Police Officer (SPO) and set ablaze a school building on April 29.
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April - 29 
In a related development, a government teacher who was involved in recruitment of students for the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen was arrested in, Chhatru in Doda district, on April 29.
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In a related development, a government teacher who was involved in recruitment of students for the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen was arrested in, Chhatru in Doda district, on April 29.
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April - 29 
In a similar incident, security forces claimed that a militant was killed in Khatti, Doda district on April 29. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the slain militant. Family members of the militant however disputed the police version.
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In a similar incident, security forces claimed that a militant was killed in Khatti, Doda district on April 29. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the slain militant. Family members of the militant however disputed the police version.
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April - 29 
In another encounter, militants killed three Special Police Officers (SPOs) in Patnazi area of Doda district, on April 29.
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In another encounter, militants killed three Special Police Officers (SPOs) in Patnazi area of Doda district, on April 29.
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April - 29 
In another incident, one ULFA militant, who had been involved in the killing of Dr Pannalal Oswal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for the Dhubri LS seat, during the 1999 Lok Sabha polls, was shot dead in an encounter with police, in Asark
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In another incident, one ULFA militant, who had been involved in the killing of Dr Pannalal Oswal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for the Dhubri LS seat, during the 1999 Lok Sabha polls, was shot dead in an encounter with police, in Asarkandi, Dhubri district, on April 29.
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April - 29 
In separate incidents, eight left wing extremists (Naxalites) surrendered on April 29 in Andhra Pradesh. While six members of the People's War Group (PWG) including a deputy commander, and one member of the CPI-ML (Janashakti) outfit surrendered in K
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In separate incidents, eight left wing extremists (Naxalites) surrendered on April 29 in Andhra Pradesh. While six members of the People's War Group (PWG) including a deputy commander, and one member of the CPI-ML (Janashakti) outfit surrendered in Karimnagar district, another PWG member surrendered in Bheemgal Nizamabad district.
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April - 29 
Police claimed that the chief of Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen was killed in an encounter on April 29 in Srinagar. Locals however denied the police version claiming that an innocent civilian had been killed after being arrested and tortured.
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Police claimed that the chief of Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen was killed in an encounter on April 29 in Srinagar. Locals however denied the police version claiming that an innocent civilian had been killed after being arrested and tortured.
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April - 29 
Thirteen militants––twelve from United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and one from National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NDFB)––surrendered to the authorities in Darrang district, on April 29.
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Thirteen militants––twelve from United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and one from National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NDFB)––surrendered to the authorities in Darrang district, on April 29.
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April - 30 
An ambush targeted at a State minister in Shopian town, on April 30 narrowly missed the intended target and injured two boys instead.
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An ambush targeted at a State minister in Shopian town, on April 30 narrowly missed the intended target and injured two boys instead.
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April - 30 
Earlier on the night of April 30, militants killed one civilian in Bandipore and injured another in Sopore. Two security force personnel were killed in an accidental mine blast in Handwara forests. The explosion occurred while the soldiers were carry
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Earlier on the night of April 30, militants killed one civilian in Bandipore and injured another in Sopore. Two security force personnel were killed in an accidental mine blast in Handwara forests. The explosion occurred while the soldiers were carrying mines to be planted in the forests. Security forces personnel raided a militant hideout in Kandi Karnah and recovered some ammunition.
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April - 30 
Efforts are on to hammer out the differences brewing between United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) Chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa and self-styled Commander-in-Chief Paresh Barua. Senior police officials said incriminating documents seized from apprehend
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Efforts are on to hammer out the differences brewing between United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) Chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa and self-styled Commander-in-Chief Paresh Barua. Senior police officials said incriminating documents seized from apprehended militants had revealed sharp differences between the two top leaders on the latest style and functioning of the banned organization. They also stated that ULFA foreign secretary Sasha Choudhury was currently in Bangladesh and holding talks with Rajkhowa to bridge differences between the two leaders.They further said that Paresh Baruah was at present in Pakistan and holding talks with the military ruler there to chalk out a new strategy to step up their operation in the State. Rajkhowa and Barua might meet in their headquarters in Bhutan to resolve their differences.
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April - 30 
Identifying South Asia as a major hub of international terrorism, the US State Department in its report for 1999, has accused Pakistan and Afghanistan of harbouring several international terrorist organisations including those operating in Jammu and
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Identifying South Asia as a major hub of international terrorism, the US State Department in its report for 1999, has accused Pakistan and Afghanistan of harbouring several international terrorist organisations including those operating in Jammu and Kashmir. The report severely criticises Pakistan for refusal to end support to groups that train terrorists in neighbouring Afghanistan and in Pakistan itself. The report added that Pakistan has declined to close "certain Pakistani religious schools that serve as conduits for terrorism" even as it has arrested and extradited several terrorists.According to Michael A Sheehan, the Department’s coordinator for counter-terrorism, the report stopped short of labelling Pakistan as a terrorist sponsor State as "it is a friendly State that is trying to tackle the problem." The report cites "credible reports," which says, that Pakistan continues to support militant groups like the Harakat ul-Mujahadeen, a prominent terrorist group involved in Jammu and Kashmir's militancy.Reacting to the report, Pakistan vehemently denied that it was in any way supporting or tolerating terrorism. A Pakistan embassy official in Washington countered the report saying "If they have evidence, they should share it with us. We are more a target and victim of terrorism than the United States has ever been. We need to jointly fight against terrorism, Charges like this simply get our backs up,"
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April - 30 
In Barkhuli, Nalbari district, the army shot dead one United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, who was involved in the killing of a State Minister in February 2000.
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In Barkhuli, Nalbari district, the army shot dead one United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, who was involved in the killing of a State Minister in February 2000.
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April - 30 
Meanwhile, the Union Home Ministry has alerted the State Government about the possibility of the banned ULFA trying to assassinate State Revenue Minister, Dr Zoii Nath Sarma in the immediate future.
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Meanwhile, the Union Home Ministry has alerted the State Government about the possibility of the banned ULFA trying to assassinate State Revenue Minister, Dr Zoii Nath Sarma in the immediate future.
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April - 30 
National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) killed one person and seriously injured another in Golokganj on April 30.
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National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) killed one person and seriously injured another in Golokganj on April 30.
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April - 30 
Identifying South Asia as a major hub of international terrorism, the US State Department in its report for 1999, has accused Pakistan and Afghanistan of harbouring several international terrorist organisations including those operating in Jammu and
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Identifying South Asia as a major hub of international terrorism, the US State Department in its report for 1999, has accused Pakistan and Afghanistan of harbouring several international terrorist organisations including those operating in Jammu and Kashmir. The report severely criticises Pakistan for refusal to end support to groups that train terrorists in neighbouring Afghanistan and in Pakistan itself. The report added that Pakistan has declined to close "certain Pakistani religious schools that serve as conduits for terrorism" even as it has arrested and extradited several terrorists.According to Michael A Sheehan, the Department’s coordinator for counter-terrorism, the report stopped short of labelling Pakistan as a terrorist sponsor State as "it is a friendly State that is trying to tackle the problem." The report cites "credible reports," which says, that Pakistan continues to support militant groups like the Harakat ul-Mujahadeen, a prominent terrorist group involved in Jammu and Kashmir's militancy.Reacting to the report, Pakistan vehemently denied that it was in any way supporting or tolerating terrorism. A Pakistan embassy official in Washington countered the report saying "If they have evidence, they should share it with us. We are more a target and victim of terrorism than the United States has ever been. We need to jointly fight against terrorism, Charges like this simply get our backs up,"
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April - 30 
Four Maoists rebels were killed in two attacks on police stations in Nepal on April 30. While two were killed during an attack on a police post in Gajul, the other two were killed in an attack on another police post in Thawang. A civilian and one pol
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Four Maoists rebels were killed in two attacks on police stations in Nepal on April 30. While two were killed during an attack on a police post in Gajul, the other two were killed in an attack on another police post in Thawang. A civilian and one policeman were injured in the second attack.
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April - 30 
Sagata Ogata, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, would be paying a four-day visit to Nepal between May 1 and May 4 at the invitation of the government. Ogata is scheduled to visit Bhutanese refugee camps in eastern Nepal and hold discussi
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Sagata Ogata, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, would be paying a four-day visit to Nepal between May 1 and May 4 at the invitation of the government. Ogata is scheduled to visit Bhutanese refugee camps in eastern Nepal and hold discussions on the refugee situation there.
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April - 30 
In the clashes that had occurred, on April 30, in Pallai, 14 officers and 222 soldiers of the Sri Lankan Army were wounded. Details of deaths either on the side of government forces or that of the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) guerril
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In the clashes that had occurred, on April 30, in Pallai, 14 officers and 222 soldiers of the Sri Lankan Army were wounded. Details of deaths either on the side of government forces or that of the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) guerrillas are not yet available.
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April - 30 
President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga in her May Day message appealed to the working people to join the Government in humanity and solidarity to defeat all forces of extremism and build a prosperous Sri Lanka, which will recognise the identity
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President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga in her May Day message appealed to the working people to join the Government in humanity and solidarity to defeat all forces of extremism and build a prosperous Sri Lanka, which will recognise the identity of all communities and religions in the country. The working class, she said, possessed the power prior to any other section of the society to realise the need for the unity of the country, and the imperative need for peace.Prime Minister Sirimavo Bandaranaike in her May Day message had drawn the attention of the working community to the burning problems of the country. She said it was the responsibility of the "working people to strive to make an end to the war and bring about peace".
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April - 30 
Sri Lankan security forces deployed in Pallai withdrew to Vampatukerni towards Jaffna, after having suffered heavy losses. The fighting lasted for more than 12 hours, and the LTTE claimed to have captured more weapons from the Pallai base.
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Sri Lankan security forces deployed in Pallai withdrew to Vampatukerni towards Jaffna, after having suffered heavy losses. The fighting lasted for more than 12 hours, and the LTTE claimed to have captured more weapons from the Pallai base.
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*Data till , June 08, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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