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January - 1 
A Press Trust of India report of January 1 quoting the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Navtej Sarna said that China has assured India that it will closely monitor the situation on its border with Bhutan and not allow Indian terrorists to use its territory for operations against India. The
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A Press Trust of India report of January 1 quoting the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Navtej Sarna said that China has assured India that it will closely monitor the situation on its border with Bhutan and not allow Indian terrorists to use its territory for operations against India. The Chinese response came after New Delhi drew the attention of its Embassy in New Delhi to media reports about a letter addressed to the Chinese Government by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) requesting for safe passage through its territory for members of terrorist groups seeking to escape the mopping up operations being carried out against them by the Royal Bhutan Army.
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January - 2 
Army Chief General N C Vij, during his three-day visit to the Northeast, stated in Guwahati on January 2 that during the recent military operations in Bhutan, nearly 650 terrorists had been neutralized. The Army Chief said, "We had estimated between 1,200 to 1,500 militants in Bhutan prior to the op
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Army Chief General N C Vij, during his three-day visit to the Northeast, stated in Guwahati on January 2 that during the recent military operations in Bhutan, nearly 650 terrorists had been neutralized. The Army Chief said, "We had estimated between 1,200 to 1,500 militants in Bhutan prior to the operations, although the Bhutanese Government had mentioned a higher figure." According to him, "the remaining militants were now scattered in isolated groups in Bhutan, and the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) had already commenced mopping up operations." He also said that "Joint exercises with the Myanmar Army against militants based in that country are likely in the near future, and we might come to that stage eventually." He however, added that "joint operations with Bangladesh had not been considered as of now."
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January - 2 
On January 2, the Tripura Director General of Police G M Srivastav was quoted as saying that "there were camps of insurgents of the North East in Bangladesh." He also was reported to have said that the terrorists "are being backed by the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) and Bangladesh Army."
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On January 2, the Tripura Director General of Police G M Srivastav was quoted as saying that "there were camps of insurgents of the North East in Bangladesh." He also was reported to have said that the terrorists "are being backed by the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) and Bangladesh Army."
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January - 3 
Union Minister of State for Home, Swami Chinmayanand, on January 3, regretted that Bangladesh was denying the existence of terrorist camps on its soil when there were reports to the contrary from various foreign agencies. Speaking to the press in New Delhi, he however said that India was hopeful tha
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Union Minister of State for Home, Swami Chinmayanand, on January 3, regretted that Bangladesh was denying the existence of terrorist camps on its soil when there were reports to the contrary from various foreign agencies. Speaking to the press in New Delhi, he however said that India was hopeful that Bangladesh would come forward to close down all such camps as done by Bhutan.
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January - 4 
Meanwhile, reacting to the Bhutanese Prime Minister Lyonpo Jigmi Thinley’s speech at the ongoing South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Summit in Islamabad, Pakistan, the ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa, in a press statement on January 4, labeled him as ‘a liar dictated by New De
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Meanwhile, reacting to the Bhutanese Prime Minister Lyonpo Jigmi Thinley’s speech at the ongoing South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Summit in Islamabad, Pakistan, the ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa, in a press statement on January 4, labeled him as ‘a liar dictated by New Delhi’. He claimed that there was absolutely no truth in the Bhutanese Premier’s assertion that the Kingdom "suffered from the presence of three armed extremist outfits of northeast". He added that the kingdom would not be able to "sleep peacefully" after straining its relations with its "neighbors".
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January - 5 
Meanwhile, the North East Peoples’ Forum (NEPF), a conglomeration of 16 political parties of the region, has urged the ULFA leadership to hold talks with the Union Government. A statement released by the forum said, "The ULFA cadres should surrender arms and rejoin the mainstream to help establish p
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Meanwhile, the North East Peoples’ Forum (NEPF), a conglomeration of 16 political parties of the region, has urged the ULFA leadership to hold talks with the Union Government. A statement released by the forum said, "The ULFA cadres should surrender arms and rejoin the mainstream to help establish peace in the region and create a conducive atmosphere for economic growth."
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January - 9 
The proscribed Meghalaya-based A’chik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) has reportedly condemned the recent operations of the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) against Indian terrorist outfits operating from Bhutan. The ANVC ‘commander-in chief’ Jerome Momin was quoted as saying that the RBA during "its mili
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The proscribed Meghalaya-based A’chik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) has reportedly condemned the recent operations of the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) against Indian terrorist outfits operating from Bhutan. The ANVC ‘commander-in chief’ Jerome Momin was quoted as saying that the RBA during "its military offensive had violated all norms and human rights of the women and children."
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January - 10 
According to senior police officials, the Nayanbasi Jamatiya faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) in a letter to the Tripura state government, which reached the police headquarters on January 10, has expressed its willingness to enter into negotiations with the government in or
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According to senior police officials, the Nayanbasi Jamatiya faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) in a letter to the Tripura state government, which reached the police headquarters on January 10, has expressed its willingness to enter into negotiations with the government in order to surrender arms and come over ground. Additional Director General of Police (ADG) Pranoy Sahaya, confirmed that that the State Home Department received the letter from Nayanbasi Jamatiya, chief of the faction, in which he expressed his desire to participate in peace talks. The ADG further added that that "talks are likely to begin soon but the modalities are yet to be finalized".
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January - 10 
Meanwhile, the Nagaland Home Minister T M Lotha has expressed confidence over the upcoming visit of the IM leadership and said that it would produce ‘positive results’ and this is a clear indication that things are going in the ‘right direction’ as far as Naga peace process is concerned.
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Meanwhile, the Nagaland Home Minister T M Lotha has expressed confidence over the upcoming visit of the IM leadership and said that it would produce ‘positive results’ and this is a clear indication that things are going in the ‘right direction’ as far as Naga peace process is concerned.
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January - 10 
The Inspector General (North-east) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), in a statement in Guwahati, on January 10, said that there has a been a marked difference in the activities of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) in the distric
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The Inspector General (North-east) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), in a statement in Guwahati, on January 10, said that there has a been a marked difference in the activities of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) in the districts of Assam such as Kokrajhar, Nalbari, Barpeta, Darrang, Kamrup, Goalpara, Dhubri and Sonitpur after the military operation launched by the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA). He also stated that "those fleeing the Himalayan kingdom and unable to enter Assam, have in all possibility sneaked into Bangladesh."
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January - 11 
According to media reports, the Naga Hoho, the apex tribal body of all Nagas has expressed concern over the military offensive against the underground outfits of Northeast India in Myanmar and Bhutan. Its president, M Vero has reportedly said in a press release on January 11 that Thimpu and Yangon a
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According to media reports, the Naga Hoho, the apex tribal body of all Nagas has expressed concern over the military offensive against the underground outfits of Northeast India in Myanmar and Bhutan. Its president, M Vero has reportedly said in a press release on January 11 that Thimpu and Yangon along with New Delhi should exercise caution while making any plan to mobilize military action against the terrorists of the Northeast India in those countries as there were reports of "continuing military build-up" in Myanmar to flush out the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang(NSCN-K) cadres and other terrorists. He also warned that such action would derail the ongoing peace process and appealed to the Nagas to be ready to help the fleeing Nagas if any military action would come up in Myanmar.
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January - 11 
Meanwhile, the All Dimasa Students' Union (ADSU), in a press release, on January 11, alleged that the Union Government is not interested to start a political dialogue with the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), even after completion of one year of cease-fire.
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Meanwhile, the All Dimasa Students' Union (ADSU), in a press release, on January 11, alleged that the Union Government is not interested to start a political dialogue with the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), even after completion of one year of cease-fire.
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January - 13 
However, Lyngdoh has denied the recent media reports that the HNLC general secretary Cherishstarfield Thgkhiew along with 50 cadres is planning to disrupt the coming Republic Day celebrations in the state.
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However, Lyngdoh has denied the recent media reports that the HNLC general secretary Cherishstarfield Thgkhiew along with 50 cadres is planning to disrupt the coming Republic Day celebrations in the state.
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January - 13 
Meanwhile, an insurgent outfit, the Bengali Tiger Force (BTF), in a press release, on January 13, has expressed its willingness for negotiation with the Union and the State Government.
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Meanwhile, an insurgent outfit, the Bengali Tiger Force (BTF), in a press release, on January 13, has expressed its willingness for negotiation with the Union and the State Government.
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January - 13 
On January 13, Meghalaya Home Minister RG Lyngdoh reportedly indicated that many Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists are likely to come overground and surrender because of the infighting within the outfit. Eleven HNLC cadres had surrendered so far
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On January 13, Meghalaya Home Minister RG Lyngdoh reportedly indicated that many Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists are likely to come overground and surrender because of the infighting within the outfit. Eleven HNLC cadres had surrendered so far
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January - 15 
According to the Telegraph, the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) has asked the terrorist outfits operating in Tripura to abandon their bases in Bangladesh and take shelter in rented houses in residential areas. According to the report, over the past month, outfits have deserted their camps in Sylhet, Maulvi
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According to the Telegraph, the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) has asked the terrorist outfits operating in Tripura to abandon their bases in Bangladesh and take shelter in rented houses in residential areas. According to the report, over the past month, outfits have deserted their camps in Sylhet, Maulvi Bazar and Habiganj districts bordering areas of North Tripura and Dhalai districts and Khowai and Sadar subdivisions in the West Tripura district. Quoting official sources in the North Tripura district, the report said that a terrorist camp at Kukijhuri in the Sylhet district has been burnt down after the terrorists deserted it. The report further indicates that the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) camp located at Satcherri in the Habiganj district of Bangladesh opposite Simna area of Sadar in the West Tripura district and the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) camps located in Khasiapunji, Ranirgaon Bazar, Kurma, Naynarpar, Kandigaon and Kukijhuri has also been deserted.
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January - 19 
On January 19, the Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, speaking to press persons in Agartala urged Bangladesh to flush out terrorists who are backed by the Al Qaeda and Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) from its territory, following the footsteps of Bhutan. He said, "Bangladesh should ta
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On January 19, the Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, speaking to press persons in Agartala urged Bangladesh to flush out terrorists who are backed by the Al Qaeda and Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) from its territory, following the footsteps of Bhutan. He said, "Bangladesh should take lessons from Bhutan and stop harbouring the militants, who frequently resorted to killing of innocents in Tripura, to maintain friendly ties with India." He also cautioned that "those terrorist organizations will pose threat to Bangladesh one day if action is not taken against them."
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January - 20 
Meanwhile, K Timung, identified as a ‘commander’ of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), in a statement to the press on January 20, sought an apology from the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) for having ‘secretly killed’ several members of his outfit in collusion with the security forces at Longk
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Meanwhile, K Timung, identified as a ‘commander’ of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), in a statement to the press on January 20, sought an apology from the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) for having ‘secretly killed’ several members of his outfit in collusion with the security forces at Longku, under Umrangsu police station in the North Cachar Hills district. He further warned of retaliation ‘in self-defence’ if the attacks on UPDS cadres continued.
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January - 21 
Meanwhile, the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) Information and Communications Secretary, Mangkara Dkhar has indicated in a statement that the outfit has ‘no ill-will’ against surrendered cadres’
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Meanwhile, the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) Information and Communications Secretary, Mangkara Dkhar has indicated in a statement that the outfit has ‘no ill-will’ against surrendered cadres’
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January - 24 
The proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has called for a 24-hour bandh (shutdown) on the eve of the Republic Day celebration, which would begin, from 6 pm(IST) of January 25. Quoting the statement released through e-mail on January 24 by the chairman of the outfit, Cheristerfie
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The proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has called for a 24-hour bandh (shutdown) on the eve of the Republic Day celebration, which would begin, from 6 pm(IST) of January 25. Quoting the statement released through e-mail on January 24 by the chairman of the outfit, Cheristerfield Thangkhiew, media reports indicated that the outfit has urged the people of the state to boycott the celebration of the Republic Day.
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January - 29 
Meanwhile, another terrorist outfit, the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) has reportedly warned that it will take action against erring doctors under its operation titled ‘free medical for all’. It further stated that the doctors should inform the public about their in-capabilities and lack of infra
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Meanwhile, another terrorist outfit, the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) has reportedly warned that it will take action against erring doctors under its operation titled ‘free medical for all’. It further stated that the doctors should inform the public about their in-capabilities and lack of infrastructure to prevent any misunderstanding.
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January - 29 
The proscribed Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) of Manipur has reportedly issued a diktat and threatened Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Manipur Pradesh president Chaoba Singh, also a sitting Member of Parliament (MP) to quit the party before February 15. Issuing a press release, the outfit declared Mr C
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The proscribed Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) of Manipur has reportedly issued a diktat and threatened Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Manipur Pradesh president Chaoba Singh, also a sitting Member of Parliament (MP) to quit the party before February 15. Issuing a press release, the outfit declared Mr Chaoba Singh as its enemy and an ‘Indian secret agent’. The KYKL has also asked BJP to expel Mr Chaoba from the party within the given deadline of February 15 and also reportedly put its army units under Lalhaba Tengol led by its chief of army staff, ‘colonel’ K.Koireng on alert for any eventuality.
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January - 30 
According to a media report, the Assam Rifles (AR) posted in Tripura has denied allegations that one of its officials had links with the proscribed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and that he had facilitated the transfer of arms and ammunition to the terrorists. The AR while issuing a cl
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According to a media report, the Assam Rifles (AR) posted in Tripura has denied allegations that one of its officials had links with the proscribed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and that he had facilitated the transfer of arms and ammunition to the terrorists. The AR while issuing a clarification in this regard on January 30 said that the Union Ministry of Home Affairs had neither ordered any probe nor did it direct an investigation into the alleged nexus of the official with the NLFT. The release said, "No such relation between the paramilitary forces and outlawed NLFT is revealed so far. The Assam Rifles is performing its duties properly and achieving significant success in the counter insurgency operation."
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February - 3 
According to media reports, the opposition Congress party has termed the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC)'s open support to P A Sangma and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) as a dangerous trend in Meghalaya. Quoting Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president, SC Marak, reports s
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According to media reports, the opposition Congress party has termed the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC)'s open support to P A Sangma and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) as a dangerous trend in Meghalaya. Quoting Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president, SC Marak, reports said that the nexus between the NCP and the terrorist outfit has been exposed following the statement of ANVC asking the voters to support Purno Sangma and NCP. He also reiterated his Party’s stand that no politician should be entrusted the task of initiating peace talks with the underground outfits that could end in political mileage of the concerned party.
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February - 3 
Media reports of February 3 have indicated that the Meghalaya based terrorist outfit, Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) has announced its willingness for peace talks with the Union government. Quoting its chairman Dilash Marak, believed to be in Bangladesh, reports said that the ANVC would res
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Media reports of February 3 have indicated that the Meghalaya based terrorist outfit, Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) has announced its willingness for peace talks with the Union government. Quoting its chairman Dilash Marak, believed to be in Bangladesh, reports said that the ANVC would restart peace talks this year with the Centre and the state government and the decision was taken unanimously among the cadres of ANVC at the executive body meeting at an undisclosed location on January 10 last month. The ANVC recently demanded that former Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) Speaker Purno A. Sangma should be allowed to play the lead role in the peace talks.
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February - 6 
According to media reports, Chief of the Army Staff, General N C Vij, reviewed on February 6 the overall law and order situation in the Northeastern States and expressed satisfaction. During his visit to Tripura and Nagaland, the Army Chief discussed the forthcoming Legislative Assembly elections in
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According to media reports, Chief of the Army Staff, General N C Vij, reviewed on February 6 the overall law and order situation in the Northeastern States and expressed satisfaction. During his visit to Tripura and Nagaland, the Army Chief discussed the forthcoming Legislative Assembly elections in these States scheduled for February 26 with the concerned authorities. While speaking in Imphal, Manipur, he said the ongoing Naga peace process was "reported to be progressing well" and that the army had been instructed to remain alert to the terrorist outfits' activities in order to maintain peace in the region, particularly in Manipur. The cease-fire between the Union government and NSCN- Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) is not effective in the State of Manipur.
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February - 6 
Media reports of February 6 indicated that the Meghalaya Chief Minister, DD Lapang, has accused former Lok Sabha Speaker and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader P A Sangma of conniving with the proscribed Achik National Volunteer Force (ANVC) to remain in Meghalaya politics. While reacting to th
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Media reports of February 6 indicated that the Meghalaya Chief Minister, DD Lapang, has accused former Lok Sabha Speaker and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader P A Sangma of conniving with the proscribed Achik National Volunteer Force (ANVC) to remain in Meghalaya politics. While reacting to the ANVC statement which called on the people to strengthen and support Sangma for his endeavor to facilitate the peace process, Lapang said that the statement has clearly showed that the ANVC has links with Sangma.
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February - 10 
Media reports of February 10 indicated that at least five Northeastern terrorist groups are currently holding secret talks with New Delhi. The report quoting Mizoram Chief Minster Zoramthanga further said that to end more than five decades of insurgency in the region, leaders of some outfits based i
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Media reports of February 10 indicated that at least five Northeastern terrorist groups are currently holding secret talks with New Delhi. The report quoting Mizoram Chief Minster Zoramthanga further said that to end more than five decades of insurgency in the region, leaders of some outfits based in Assam, Manipur, Tripura and Meghalaya are engaged in ‘either formal or informal talks’ with the Government of India. However, he didn’t reveal their identities at this stage as it could jeopardize the peace process.
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February - 17 
The general secretary of NNC, V. Nagi, stated that his outfit’s role in reconciliation was now over and they might resort to arms struggle now.
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The general secretary of NNC, V. Nagi, stated that his outfit’s role in reconciliation was now over and they might resort to arms struggle now.
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February - 23 
The Hindu quoting former Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Indian Parliament) Speaker Purno Sangma stated that Myanmar has launched a military operation to flush out anti-India terrorist groups based in that country. However, he declined to give further details or name any of the terrorist groups.
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The Hindu quoting former Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Indian Parliament) Speaker Purno Sangma stated that Myanmar has launched a military operation to flush out anti-India terrorist groups based in that country. However, he declined to give further details or name any of the terrorist groups.
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February - 25 
According to a press release in Guwahati on February 25, the Assam Government has decided to extend the period of ‘general amnesty’ to the members of the terrorist organizations- the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), anti-talks faction of the Unite
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According to a press release in Guwahati on February 25, the Assam Government has decided to extend the period of ‘general amnesty’ to the members of the terrorist organizations- the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), anti-talks faction of the United Peoples’ Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) and anti-talks faction of the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) till March 31 to enable them to surrender and join the mainstream.
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March - 16 
Media reports stated that the Union Government has invited the United Peoples’ Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) for the second round of talks on the Charter of Demands in New Delhi on March 22. UPDS 'publicity secretary' Tungeh Nongloda in a press release in Diphu on March 16 said that its 'joint secret
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Media reports stated that the Union Government has invited the United Peoples’ Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) for the second round of talks on the Charter of Demands in New Delhi on March 22. UPDS 'publicity secretary' Tungeh Nongloda in a press release in Diphu on March 16 said that its 'joint secretary' W Mukrang would lead a two-member delegation for the proposed talks.
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March - 20 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), through a press statement on March 20, declared a unilateral cease-fire with all militant organisations for a period of six months beginning March 21. The statement issued by the outfit’s ‘deputy minister’ of the ‘Information and Publicit
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), through a press statement on March 20, declared a unilateral cease-fire with all militant organisations for a period of six months beginning March 21. The statement issued by the outfit’s ‘deputy minister’ of the ‘Information and Publicity Ministry’, T Seochem Sangtam, said that the declaration would enable the Konyak and Sumi tribes to accelerate their endeavour for peace and unity among the Nagas.
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March - 25 
Mizoram Government and the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) are to resume negotiations on April 25 to find a durable solution to the Bru problems, Mizoram State Home Minister Tawnluia informed the State Legislative Assembly on March 25.
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Mizoram Government and the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) are to resume negotiations on April 25 to find a durable solution to the Bru problems, Mizoram State Home Minister Tawnluia informed the State Legislative Assembly on March 25.
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March - 30 
In response to the Meghalaya Chief Minister’s call for surrender, Bobby Marwein has reportedly said that he would not lay down arms until there is a ‘concrete agreement’ with the Union Government over the issues related to the ‘movement’ of the outfit.
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In response to the Meghalaya Chief Minister’s call for surrender, Bobby Marwein has reportedly said that he would not lay down arms until there is a ‘concrete agreement’ with the Union Government over the issues related to the ‘movement’ of the outfit.
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March - 30 
The Shillong Times quoting the East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police A S Rynjah stated on March 30 that at least 50 senior cadres of the outlawed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) are likely to surrender soon. Rynjah added that the HNLC 'Chairman' Julius K Dorphang’s surrender could
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The Shillong Times quoting the East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police A S Rynjah stated on March 30 that at least 50 senior cadres of the outlawed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) are likely to surrender soon. Rynjah added that the HNLC 'Chairman' Julius K Dorphang’s surrender could not be ruled out as he was allegedly not having ‘good terms’ with the self-styled 'commander-in-chief' Bobby Marwein.
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March - 31 
Speaking to the media in Dhaka, Foreign Minister M Morshed Khan ruled out the possibility of handing over United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leader Anup Chetia who is now in jail, to the Indian authorities. He reportedly said that "law will take its own course. The government should refrain from
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Speaking to the media in Dhaka, Foreign Minister M Morshed Khan ruled out the possibility of handing over United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leader Anup Chetia who is now in jail, to the Indian authorities. He reportedly said that "law will take its own course. The government should refrain from taking any measure which disrupts the judicial process." Ruling out the possibility of signing an extradition treaty with India he said, "I have no knowledge of any negotiation going on at any level between the two countries on such a treaty."
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April - 5 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking to the media in Guwahati on April 5, said that the possibility of a terrorist strike ahead of the Parliamentary elections in the State could not be ruled out. However, he assured that all necessary steps were being taken to foil such attempts.
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking to the media in Guwahati on April 5, said that the possibility of a terrorist strike ahead of the Parliamentary elections in the State could not be ruled out. However, he assured that all necessary steps were being taken to foil such attempts.
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April - 7 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has reportedly criticized the resolution adopted by the State unit of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on the political issue and the recent statement made by the convenor of ruling Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) and present BJP leg
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has reportedly criticized the resolution adopted by the State unit of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on the political issue and the recent statement made by the convenor of ruling Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) and present BJP legislator and former Chief Minister Dr Hokishe Sema for his suggestion on Naga integration Issues. Akaho Assumi, 'deputy secretary' of the 'publicity wing 'of the NSCN-IM, ' reportedly stated that Hokishe Sema’s suggestion to create more than one State for the Nagas with special status would be a blunder and act of betrayal.
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April - 10 
The ULFA chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa in a press statement reportedly denied that the outfit is trying to disrupt the general elections in Assam. Rajkhowa said that ULFA "has nothing to do with the elections as it does not believe in the Constitutional process of the country."
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The ULFA chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa in a press statement reportedly denied that the outfit is trying to disrupt the general elections in Assam. Rajkhowa said that ULFA "has nothing to do with the elections as it does not believe in the Constitutional process of the country."
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April - 22 
The President of Tripura People’s Democratic Front (TPDF), political wing of the outlawed All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), Ranjit Debbarma, stated on April 22 that he would come to the negotiating table if the Union Government fulfilled three preconditions The first precondition was that those who ha
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The President of Tripura People’s Democratic Front (TPDF), political wing of the outlawed All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), Ranjit Debbarma, stated on April 22 that he would come to the negotiating table if the Union Government fulfilled three preconditions The first precondition was that those who had entered Tripura after 1949 and whose names did not figure in the voters’ list of 1952 should be declared foreigners. Secondly, the issue of sovereignty should be a point of discussion during the peace talks and thirdly, a representative of the United Nations would remain present during the talks.
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April - 26 
Reports from Meghalaya have indicated that the East Khasi Hills civil administration has clamped night curfew along the porous international border following reports of arms being ferried into India from neighbouring Bangladesh. In a statement issued in the State capital Shillong on April 26, the Ea
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Reports from Meghalaya have indicated that the East Khasi Hills civil administration has clamped night curfew along the porous international border following reports of arms being ferried into India from neighbouring Bangladesh. In a statement issued in the State capital Shillong on April 26, the East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner Donald P Wahlang said that the step was taken after "Information was received that arms are being smuggled into India from Bangladesh across the border of East Khasi Hills by some persons or group of persons." However, the State Director General of Police, L Sailo, while speaking to reporters denied that there was any attempt by terrorists to smuggle weapons into Meghalaya from Bangladesh. "I have no knowledge about the order of the Deputy Commissioner but it could have been part of preventive measure," said Sailo.
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April - 28 
Nayanbashi Jamatiya, leader of one of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) factions, has said that the peace agreement he is expected to sign with the Indian authorities will be within the framework of the Constitution. Assam Tribune has reported that Nayanbashi called on the Tripura Gove
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Nayanbashi Jamatiya, leader of one of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) factions, has said that the peace agreement he is expected to sign with the Indian authorities will be within the framework of the Constitution. Assam Tribune has reported that Nayanbashi called on the Tripura Governor D N Sahaya on April 28 and later said, "I thank the Governor and Chief Minister of Tripura for the initiatives they have taken for peace. The agreement would be signed within the framework of Constitution of India." Meanwhile, the Governor opined that "Peace and prosperity are main issues for the talks that are on the pipeline. Our discussion (with Nayanbashi and his men) was held in a cordial atmosphere. He (Nayanbashi) assured his all cooperation for bringing peace in the State." Tripura Director General of Police, G M Srivastava, later indicated that about 150 cadres would surrender with firearms as soon as all formalities are completed.
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May - 4 
Speaking at a seminar on ‘Security Issues in South East Asia’ in Shillong, Meghalaya, on May 4, J.N. Choudhury, Joint Director of the Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau, reportedly stated that the Bangladeshi Directorate General of Forces' Intelligence (DGFI) was sheltering terrorists active in India’s
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Speaking at a seminar on ‘Security Issues in South East Asia’ in Shillong, Meghalaya, on May 4, J.N. Choudhury, Joint Director of the Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau, reportedly stated that the Bangladeshi Directorate General of Forces' Intelligence (DGFI) was sheltering terrorists active in India’s Northeast. He also said that DGFI was supporting the Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence’s (ISI) proxy war in Northeast. According to Hindustan Times, alleging that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) to be hand-in-glove with the DGFI, Choudhury said, "The NSCN's liaison office in Dhaka, which is headed by Anthony Shimrey, maintains a close working relationship with the DGFI." Another official, R. Chandranathan, stated at the seminar that Bangladeshi youth had participated in the Afghan war and a significant number of them continued to be active members of Pan-Islamist groups.
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May - 16 
Over 5,000 people reportedly attended the birth centennial of the founder of Naga insurgency, Angami Zapfu Phizo, amidst two bomb blasts and a warning from the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on May 16 in Kohima. The event also coincided with the Naga 53rd "plebiscite da
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Over 5,000 people reportedly attended the birth centennial of the founder of Naga insurgency, Angami Zapfu Phizo, amidst two bomb blasts and a warning from the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on May 16 in Kohima. The event also coincided with the Naga 53rd "plebiscite day". Meanwhile, Naga National Council (NNC) president Adino Phizo, in a message from London said, "National stand on sovereignty is unassailable. There can be no excuse for India to continue dallying with outfits led by vested interest peripheral to Nagaland politics and no mandate to represent Nagaland. Such outfits in nexus with the Indian army have been seen a threat to peace in neighboring Indian states and Nagaland in recent times."
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May - 23 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) group’s 'publicity chief' K. Mulatonu said on May 23 that the outfit would soon begin peace talks with the new Congress-led Union Government in New Delhi. "Before we start the talks, we want New Delhi to appoint an interlocutor who knows a
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) group’s 'publicity chief' K. Mulatonu said on May 23 that the outfit would soon begin peace talks with the new Congress-led Union Government in New Delhi. "Before we start the talks, we want New Delhi to appoint an interlocutor who knows and understands the problems of the region well", added Mulatonu.
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May - 26 
The Mizoram Government has endorsed the draft proposals for laying down of arms by the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) cadres and repatriation of Brus lodged in the Tripura relief camps, said State Chief Secretary H. V. Lalringa on May 26. Mizoram Government had held 11 rounds of talks with the
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The Mizoram Government has endorsed the draft proposals for laying down of arms by the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) cadres and repatriation of Brus lodged in the Tripura relief camps, said State Chief Secretary H. V. Lalringa on May 26. Mizoram Government had held 11 rounds of talks with the BNLF to solve the Bru problem and the proposed 12th round, which was postponed due to the recent general elections, is expected to be held in June.
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May - 26 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has reportedly expressed hope that the new Union Government would take the Naga peace process initiated seven years ago to its logical conclusion. The outfit’s General Secretary Thuingaleng Muivah, in a press statement issued on May 26
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has reportedly expressed hope that the new Union Government would take the Naga peace process initiated seven years ago to its logical conclusion. The outfit’s General Secretary Thuingaleng Muivah, in a press statement issued on May 26 said, "We warmly congratulate the new Congress-led government. We do hope they are for peace and an honourable solution."
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May - 27 
The Union Government’s interlocutor for the Naga peace talks, K Padmanabhaiah, in a media interview on May 27, assured to continue the ongoing peace process in Nagaland. He was quoted as saying "The momentum of the talks would be maintained and the next round of talks with the National Socialist Cou
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The Union Government’s interlocutor for the Naga peace talks, K Padmanabhaiah, in a media interview on May 27, assured to continue the ongoing peace process in Nagaland. He was quoted as saying "The momentum of the talks would be maintained and the next round of talks with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) will be held in June".
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May - 31 
Addressing a gathering in Imphal East district, Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Parliament) Member, Dr Thokchom Meinya, reportedly reiterated that insurgency in Manipur could be solved through a political solution and by no other means.
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Addressing a gathering in Imphal East district, Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Parliament) Member, Dr Thokchom Meinya, reportedly reiterated that insurgency in Manipur could be solved through a political solution and by no other means.
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May - 31 
The Tripura Chief Minster, Manik Sarkar, informed the State Legislative Assembly on May 31 that his Government is not in favour of an extension of the cease-fire agreement with the Nayanbasi Jamatia faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), which was signed on April 15, 2004. He al
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The Tripura Chief Minster, Manik Sarkar, informed the State Legislative Assembly on May 31 that his Government is not in favour of an extension of the cease-fire agreement with the Nayanbasi Jamatia faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), which was signed on April 15, 2004. He also said that the Government, would alternatively, "want the insurgents to come over ground and lay down arms within six months."
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June - 2 
The Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil, following a meeting with the Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio in New Delhi on June 2, is reported to have said that the Union Government would contact the leadership of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) for initiating a dialogu
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The Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil, following a meeting with the Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio in New Delhi on June 2, is reported to have said that the Union Government would contact the leadership of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) for initiating a dialogue process at the earliest. Rio said after the meeting that "The Home minister assured me that the dialogue process will continue and he will be getting in touch with the Naga outfit’s leadership at the earliest."
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June - 5 
According to media reports of June 5, the Meghalaya Government is planing to take up the issue of terrorist camps based in Bangladesh with the Union Government. Chief Minister D D Lapang and Home Minister Robert G Lyngdoh will visit New Delhi in the end of June to meet Union Home Minister Shivraj Pa
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According to media reports of June 5, the Meghalaya Government is planing to take up the issue of terrorist camps based in Bangladesh with the Union Government. Chief Minister D D Lapang and Home Minister Robert G Lyngdoh will visit New Delhi in the end of June to meet Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil to discuss the insurgency situation prevailing in the State and the issue of terrorist camps located in Bangladesh.
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June - 6 
On June 6, the Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, speaking to the media at Jorhat, said that a special package for surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) cadres would soon be announced by the Union Government. He informed that currently "there are 7000 surrendered militants in the State
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On June 6, the Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, speaking to the media at Jorhat, said that a special package for surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) cadres would soon be announced by the Union Government. He informed that currently "there are 7000 surrendered militants in the State" and "a special rehabilitation package for them would be announced very soon."
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June - 8 
The ULFA chairman, Arabinda Rajkhowa, in an interview with a Guwahati-based vernacular newspaper on June 8 said that any negotiation process with the Government must include a discussion on the sovereignty of Assam. He said, "There’s no question of giving up the primary goal of attaining an independ
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The ULFA chairman, Arabinda Rajkhowa, in an interview with a Guwahati-based vernacular newspaper on June 8 said that any negotiation process with the Government must include a discussion on the sovereignty of Assam. He said, "There’s no question of giving up the primary goal of attaining an independent Assam after so many sacrifices during the 25-year-long struggle."
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June - 11 
Commenting on the whereabouts of Nirmalendu Langthasa, son of senior Minister G C Langthasa, who was abducted by suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists on April 27, 2004, the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on June 11 that "We think he is alive." There is no ot
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Commenting on the whereabouts of Nirmalendu Langthasa, son of senior Minister G C Langthasa, who was abducted by suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists on April 27, 2004, the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on June 11 that "We think he is alive." There is no other news about him, added the Chief Minister. The ULFA, which had reportedly demanded the release of 11 of its top leaders in exchange for the release of Nirmalendu, has not made any formal demand to the Government, disclosed Gogoi. He also stated that the ULFA has joined hands with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM). According to Gogoi, the understanding between the two outfits "comes as a serious blow to the law and order situation for the State and, therefore, has become a cause for worry." According to intelligence sources in Assam, the recent rapprochement between the two has been established when the ULFA is on the look out for new bases, especially after its hideouts in Bhutan were destroyed by the Royal Bhutanese Army in December 2003.
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June - 11 
The Asom Gana Parishad president Brindaban Goswami appealed on June 11 to the militant groups to release Nirmalendu. He has also asked the Government to consider ULFA’s demand to release their leaders who went missing during the December 2003-Bhutan military operations on humanitarian ground, accord
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The Asom Gana Parishad president Brindaban Goswami appealed on June 11 to the militant groups to release Nirmalendu. He has also asked the Government to consider ULFA’s demand to release their leaders who went missing during the December 2003-Bhutan military operations on humanitarian ground, according to Northeast Tribune.
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June - 11 
The Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, said in Delhi on June 11 that the Government was in the process of finalising the next course of action in the Naga peace process, even as he ruled out redrawing of the territorial boundaries of the North Eastern States. Patil’s statement came even as a delega
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The Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, said in Delhi on June 11 that the Government was in the process of finalising the next course of action in the Naga peace process, even as he ruled out redrawing of the territorial boundaries of the North Eastern States. Patil’s statement came even as a delegation of the Naga Hoho, an apex body of the tribal organisations of Nagaland, lodged a protest over the Union Government’s pledge not to redraw the territorial boundaries of the North Eastern States. They wanted the Government to scrap the clause from the Common Minimum Programme (CMP). On the issue of territorial integrity, the Minister said that the Government would shortly clarify its stand to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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June - 12 
Nagaland Finance Minister K Therie has reportedly expressed concern over the movement of armed cadres of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in battle fatigues violating the cease-fire ground rules in the Tuensang, Mon and Phek districts of Nagaland. Therie indicated these d
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Nagaland Finance Minister K Therie has reportedly expressed concern over the movement of armed cadres of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in battle fatigues violating the cease-fire ground rules in the Tuensang, Mon and Phek districts of Nagaland. Therie indicated these developments while addressing the general session of the Chakhesang Public Organisation at Pfutsero in Phek district on June 12.
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June - 12 
On June 12, opposition leader and Congress chief Lalthanhawla alleged that terrorists belonging to the Manipur-based outfit, the Zomi Revolutionary Organization (ZRO), are being given shelter in Champhai, constituency of the Chief minister Zoramthanga which borders Manipur. Earlier, on November 14,
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On June 12, opposition leader and Congress chief Lalthanhawla alleged that terrorists belonging to the Manipur-based outfit, the Zomi Revolutionary Organization (ZRO), are being given shelter in Champhai, constituency of the Chief minister Zoramthanga which borders Manipur. Earlier, on November 14, 2003, eight ZRO terrorists were arrested along with arms and ammunition from Champhai prior to the State Assembly elections and were alleged to have campaigned in favour of the Mizo National Front.
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June - 14 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ‘Deputy Kilonser’ (minister) Kughalu Mulatonu after his return to Nagaland from Delhi recently is reported to have said that his outfit would hold talks with the Union Government shortly. He said, "Our collective leadership is to hold disc
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ‘Deputy Kilonser’ (minister) Kughalu Mulatonu after his return to Nagaland from Delhi recently is reported to have said that his outfit would hold talks with the Union Government shortly. He said, "Our collective leadership is to hold discussions shortly, paving the way for our leader’s visit later this year."
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June - 15 
According to media reports, Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh has urged the Union Government to rein the erring National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM). While addressing a discussion group in Imphal, Ibobi Singh reiterated that the armed members of the NSCN-IM were active
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According to media reports, Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh has urged the Union Government to rein the erring National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM). While addressing a discussion group in Imphal, Ibobi Singh reiterated that the armed members of the NSCN-IM were active in Manipur in spite of the group being engaged in peace talks with the Union Government.
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June - 15 
Assamese filmmaker Jahnu Barua, on June 15, offered to mediate between the Government and the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). Releasing an appeal for peace talks signed by him and three other personalities from different fields in Guwahati, Barua said the dialogue should begin at the earlies
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Assamese filmmaker Jahnu Barua, on June 15, offered to mediate between the Government and the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). Releasing an appeal for peace talks signed by him and three other personalities from different fields in Guwahati, Barua said the dialogue should begin at the earliest and in a third country, if necessary.
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June - 15 
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, replying to a question in the State Legislative Assembly on June 15, disclosed that more than 952 people have been killed and over 1200 people abducted by terrorists in Tripura during the last five years. He also said that more than 633 people were injured and 11
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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, replying to a question in the State Legislative Assembly on June 15, disclosed that more than 952 people have been killed and over 1200 people abducted by terrorists in Tripura during the last five years. He also said that more than 633 people were injured and 111 houses set ablaze by the terrorists during the period. During the same period, a total of 179 terrorists belonging to different outfits were killed, 836 surrendered and 858 were arrested.
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June - 18 
The Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on June 18 that, "We are trying our best to initiate the process of dialogue with the ULFA, and the signs have been good so far". He, however, added that the Government is yet to establish a direct contact with the outlawed outfit. Responding to
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The Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on June 18 that, "We are trying our best to initiate the process of dialogue with the ULFA, and the signs have been good so far". He, however, added that the Government is yet to establish a direct contact with the outlawed outfit. Responding to queries about the framework of possible peace talks, he remarked that the same yardstick would be applied to the ULFA as to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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June - 20 
According to Shillong Times, Meghalaya Public Works Department Minister, Mukul Sangma, has said the State Government has an open mind on the issue of Achik National Volunteer Council's (ANVC) demand for a venue outside the State to hold peace talks as suggested by the Garo Baptist Convention (GBC).
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According to Shillong Times, Meghalaya Public Works Department Minister, Mukul Sangma, has said the State Government has an open mind on the issue of Achik National Volunteer Council's (ANVC) demand for a venue outside the State to hold peace talks as suggested by the Garo Baptist Convention (GBC). Sangma further indicated that if the Naga outfit National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) could hold talks outside the country, peace talks with ANVC could be held at any outside venue provided real peace is achieved. The GBC recently stated that the stalemate on peace talks was due to a delay on the part of the State Government to propose a venue outside Meghalaya.
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June - 20 
The Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi in an interview to The Telegraph on June 20 said that the Union Government is keen to have negotiations with the ULFA and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) on the lines of the dialogue with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NS
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The Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi in an interview to The Telegraph on June 20 said that the Union Government is keen to have negotiations with the ULFA and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) on the lines of the dialogue with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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June - 21 
The ceasefire between the Adivasi Cobra Force (ACF) and Assam Government has been extended up to February 2005. An ACF statement said a decision to this effect was taken following a meeting between the outfit’s leadership and Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi at Dispur on June 21.
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The ceasefire between the Adivasi Cobra Force (ACF) and Assam Government has been extended up to February 2005. An ACF statement said a decision to this effect was taken following a meeting between the outfit’s leadership and Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi at Dispur on June 21.
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June - 21 
The self-styled Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) of the Naga National Council while expressing concern over the deteriorating law and order situation in Nagaland alleged that National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres were freely moving in several parts of the State crea
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The self-styled Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) of the Naga National Council while expressing concern over the deteriorating law and order situation in Nagaland alleged that National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres were freely moving in several parts of the State creating terror and extorting money from poor villagers. NNC leader Tatar Peshou said in a press release that "in Chakhesang region, hundreds of armed NSCN-IM cadres freely roam every nook and corner of the region carrying out their mission of extortion and terrorism in every village openly in front of the so-called law enforcing agencies."
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June - 24 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking to press persons on June 24 in Guwahati, said that recent attacks by the ULFA in upper Assam is largely to reassert itself and stake its claim in the political consciousness of the State. Gogoi also said that the ULFA is taking advantage of the bases it has
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking to press persons on June 24 in Guwahati, said that recent attacks by the ULFA in upper Assam is largely to reassert itself and stake its claim in the political consciousness of the State. Gogoi also said that the ULFA is taking advantage of the bases it has set up in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland bordering the areas in upper Assam.
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June - 24 
On June 24, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar submitted a list of 42 camps operated by the terrorist outfits of Tripura in Bangladesh to Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. The list included details and exact locations of the camps run by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Trip
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On June 24, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar submitted a list of 42 camps operated by the terrorist outfits of Tripura in Bangladesh to Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. The list included details and exact locations of the camps run by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF). According to reports, the Chief Minister also pointed out that "Most of the ATTF and NLFT camps are located in the Chittagong Hill Tracts and Sylhet in Bangladesh and because of their proximity to the Tripura border it was easier for the militants to cross over to the State."
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June - 24 
Speaking to the media, Imphal West district Superintendent of Police, S Ibocha, said that during the last few days, a number of KLA cadres had gathered in the New Lambulane and KR Lane areas for the purpose of carrying out extortion in the Greater Imphal area.
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Speaking to the media, Imphal West district Superintendent of Police, S Ibocha, said that during the last few days, a number of KLA cadres had gathered in the New Lambulane and KR Lane areas for the purpose of carrying out extortion in the Greater Imphal area.
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June - 24 
The Dima National Army, armed wing of the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD), is reported to have taken control of the outfit. In a statement released on June 24 by Pranab Nunisa, 'Chief' of the Dima National Army, the outfit’s 'President' Jewel Garlosa has been ‘relieved’ of his authority for his 'anti-DHD' ac
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The Dima National Army, armed wing of the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD), is reported to have taken control of the outfit. In a statement released on June 24 by Pranab Nunisa, 'Chief' of the Dima National Army, the outfit’s 'President' Jewel Garlosa has been ‘relieved’ of his authority for his 'anti-DHD' activities. He further informed that Garlosa has already formed a separate outfit on March 31, 2003, named ‘The Black Widows’, which also has a private army. Nunisa further said that the latest development would not hamper the ongoing peace process with the Government.
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June - 28 
On June 28, Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister, L. Wanglat, during a suo moto statement in the Legislative Assembly stated that Chow Monglong, ‘second-in-command’ of the Arunachal Dragon Force (ADF), along with all the cadres of the outfit, will shortly lay down arms. The Minister further informed that
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On June 28, Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister, L. Wanglat, during a suo moto statement in the Legislative Assembly stated that Chow Monglong, ‘second-in-command’ of the Arunachal Dragon Force (ADF), along with all the cadres of the outfit, will shortly lay down arms. The Minister further informed that the cadres, trained by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) at its Myanmar camp, have been active in Lohit and parts of Lower Dibang valley and Siang districts in the State.
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June - 28 
On June 28, Union Minister of State for Defence, B K Handique, speaking to the media in Guwahati ruled out the possibility of the Union Government announcing any unilateral ceasefire with the ULFA. He said: "Our past experiences show that such unilateral ceasefire by the Government with the ULFA on
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On June 28, Union Minister of State for Defence, B K Handique, speaking to the media in Guwahati ruled out the possibility of the Union Government announcing any unilateral ceasefire with the ULFA. He said: "Our past experiences show that such unilateral ceasefire by the Government with the ULFA on special occasions, like Bihu and Puja, have failed."
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June - 28 
Representatives of the Union Government and leaders of the Nagaland Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) will meet again soon to continue the peace talks, the Centre’s interlocutor K. Padmanabhaiah said on June 28. Padmanabhaiah, along with Intelligence Bureau director K. P. Singh, he
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Representatives of the Union Government and leaders of the Nagaland Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) will meet again soon to continue the peace talks, the Centre’s interlocutor K. Padmanabhaiah said on June 28. Padmanabhaiah, along with Intelligence Bureau director K. P. Singh, held talks with NSCN-IM chairman Isak Chisi Swu and general secretary Th. Muivah in Amsterdam on June 25-27.
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July - 8 
Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on July 8, Mizoram Home Minister Tawnluia said that 29 terrorists belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM), National Democratic Front of Burma-North East (NDFB-NE), Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and Zomi
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Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on July 8, Mizoram Home Minister Tawnluia said that 29 terrorists belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM), National Democratic Front of Burma-North East (NDFB-NE), Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA) have been arrested in the State between January 2002 and June 2004. Recovery of nine weapons and 776 rounds of ammunition have also been made during the following period.
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July - 9 
The All Bodo Peace Forum has offered to mediate between the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Government. In a press release issued on July 9, the forum’s President Maniram Musahari said "We believe that our offer will be accepted by both the NDFB and the Government."
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The All Bodo Peace Forum has offered to mediate between the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Government. In a press release issued on July 9, the forum’s President Maniram Musahari said "We believe that our offer will be accepted by both the NDFB and the Government."
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July - 13 
The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, S. Reghupathy, in a statement in the Parliament on July 13, said that the ULFA has served extortion notices on owners of 10 tea gardens in Assam in the recent past and has stepped up its activities in the districts of upper Assam. He also informed that 3
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The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, S. Reghupathy, in a statement in the Parliament on July 13, said that the ULFA has served extortion notices on owners of 10 tea gardens in Assam in the recent past and has stepped up its activities in the districts of upper Assam. He also informed that 30 persons have been arrested in this connection.
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July - 14 
The ULFA 'Chairman' Aurobindo Rajkhowa, in a press statement, criticised the Union Government for not having provided adequate assistance to the State to deal with the problem of floods
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The ULFA 'Chairman' Aurobindo Rajkhowa, in a press statement, criticised the Union Government for not having provided adequate assistance to the State to deal with the problem of floods
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July - 17 
Bangladesh authorities have denied the occurrence of any such incident on its soil. Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Ashraful Huda was quoted having said, "We have had no knowledge of such an incident. If such a thing had happened, it would be very big news -- everyone would know about it. I h
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Bangladesh authorities have denied the occurrence of any such incident on its soil. Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Ashraful Huda was quoted having said, "We have had no knowledge of such an incident. If such a thing had happened, it would be very big news -- everyone would know about it. I have no knowledge about it." The Bangladesh Government too, in a statement on July 18 dubbed the report as "false, baseless and concocted".
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July - 17 
Media reports, quoting Director General of Police (DGP) of Tripura, G M Srivastava, said an estimated 24 terrorists belonging to different outfits operating in India’s northeastern region were reportedly killed and 26 others sustained injuries in simultaneous attacks by unknown gunmen at four hideou
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Media reports, quoting Director General of Police (DGP) of Tripura, G M Srivastava, said an estimated 24 terrorists belonging to different outfits operating in India’s northeastern region were reportedly killed and 26 others sustained injuries in simultaneous attacks by unknown gunmen at four hideouts in the capital Dhaka on July 17. The attacks occurred at two hideouts in Segun Bagicha and one each in Dhanmundi and Shyamali, posh residential areas of Dhaka city. Srivastava said terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of Manipur and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) might have suffered the casualties in the attack which preceded a secret meeting of the outfits. Meanwhile, according to other reports, the Indo-Bangladesh border in Meghalaya has been put on maximum alert after the alleged incident.
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July - 17 
The Assam Director General of Police, in a media interview, said that the ULFA is trying to regroup its cadres to revitalize itself. He said, "Being frustrated by the constant pressure from the security forces, the ULFA is striking at soft targets just to make its presence felt in the State."
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The Assam Director General of Police, in a media interview, said that the ULFA is trying to regroup its cadres to revitalize itself. He said, "Being frustrated by the constant pressure from the security forces, the ULFA is striking at soft targets just to make its presence felt in the State."
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July - 17 
The Sentinel, quoting a spokesman of the Assam Rifles reported that the woman, Th. Manorama, whose alleged extra judicial killing has sparked off a chain of protests in Manipur, was indeed a hardcore militant of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The spokesman said "She was involved in three Improv
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The Sentinel, quoting a spokesman of the Assam Rifles reported that the woman, Th. Manorama, whose alleged extra judicial killing has sparked off a chain of protests in Manipur, was indeed a hardcore militant of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The spokesman said "She was involved in three Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blasts in the Manipur Valley, in which six security personnel had lost their lives. Based on these information, the Assam Rifles has substantial proof that Manorama was a hardcore militant, who worked under ‘lieutenant’ Shyam Singh, an IED expert of the PLA."
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July - 19 
On July 19, the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), which is currently holding negotiations with the Central Government, asked the anti-talks faction of the outfit to eschew violence. In a statement, it said that only political negotiations could achieve their common goal of hemprac kantha
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On July 19, the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), which is currently holding negotiations with the Central Government, asked the anti-talks faction of the outfit to eschew violence. In a statement, it said that only political negotiations could achieve their common goal of hemprac kantham (self-rule).
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July - 22 
Union Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, said in Imphal on July 22 that the proceedings in the court of inquiry by Assam Rifles into the alleged custodial killing of 30-year-old Manorama Devi in Manipur would be completed by July 27. Jaiswal, who arrived in Manipur to make an on-the-spo
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Union Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, said in Imphal on July 22 that the proceedings in the court of inquiry by Assam Rifles into the alleged custodial killing of 30-year-old Manorama Devi in Manipur would be completed by July 27. Jaiswal, who arrived in Manipur to make an on-the-spot study of the situation, told the media that exemplary punishment would be awarded to those who were found guilty. He also said 3 Corps Commander, Lt Gen Daljeet Singh, and Assam Rifles Director-General, Lt Gen Bhopinder Singh, had assured him that the inquiry proceedings would be transparent and subject to public scrutiny.
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July - 23 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on July 23 expressed willingness to extend its ceasefire with the Government of India. "If the new Congress-led government’s policy is to discourage alteration of existing boundaries, it is an internal matter, while the ongoing talks a
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on July 23 expressed willingness to extend its ceasefire with the Government of India. "If the new Congress-led government’s policy is to discourage alteration of existing boundaries, it is an internal matter, while the ongoing talks are beyond the ambit of such policies," said Phungthing Shimrang, Convener of the NSCN-IM’s Ceasefire Monitoring Cell.
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July - 26 
A total of 857 militants were reportedly killed in Assam in the last three-years between June 2001 and June 2004. This was disclosed by the Assam Minister of State for Home, Rockybul Hussain, in reply to a question in the State Legislative Assembly in Guwahati on July 26.
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A total of 857 militants were reportedly killed in Assam in the last three-years between June 2001 and June 2004. This was disclosed by the Assam Minister of State for Home, Rockybul Hussain, in reply to a question in the State Legislative Assembly in Guwahati on July 26.
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July - 27 
A statement released by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) 'Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Publicity', A. A. Assumi, said that the peace process should be at the Prime Ministerial level without any pre-conditions. In addition, media reports quoted t
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A statement released by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) 'Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Publicity', A. A. Assumi, said that the peace process should be at the Prime Ministerial level without any pre-conditions. In addition, media reports quoted the outfit’s spokesperson ‘Deputy Kilonser’ Kraibo Chawang as having said, "the leadership has sounded a red alert for its cadres to be ready for any eventuality, in the event of the Central government failing to extend the ceasefire period that expires on July 31."
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July - 28 
Sentinel reports quoting the Director General of Police in Meghalaya stated on July 28 that a new insurgent group has become active in the Garo Hills area by the name of United Achik National Front (UANF). Further, he said that the South Garo Hills Police killed two cadres of the UANF, including a B
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Sentinel reports quoting the Director General of Police in Meghalaya stated on July 28 that a new insurgent group has become active in the Garo Hills area by the name of United Achik National Front (UANF). Further, he said that the South Garo Hills Police killed two cadres of the UANF, including a Bangladesh national, while one escaped from the incident site. According to him, the UANF was a splinter group of the former People’s Liberation Front (PLF), active until a few years back. The UANF is currently active in the South and West Garo Hills with some support with the Assam-based groups, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NDFB).
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July - 29 
Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh said in Delhi on July 29 that he had no plans to meet insurgent leaders of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) in the Thai capital of Bangkok on the sidelines of the BIMST-EC Summit. "I don't have any scheduled meetings (with the rebel l
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Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh said in Delhi on July 29 that he had no plans to meet insurgent leaders of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) in the Thai capital of Bangkok on the sidelines of the BIMST-EC Summit. "I don't have any scheduled meetings (with the rebel leaders)," Dr. Singh told reporters on board Air-India One shortly before the aircraft landed at Bangkok. A high-level Indian team, including the Union Government’s interlocutor, K Padmanabhaiah, is currently in Bangkok to hold talks with NSCN-IM leaders. Bangkok is one of the major bases of the NSCN-IM in Southeast Asia and several of the group's top leaders have been living there since they fled India in the late 1980s.
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August - 3 
According to media reports, at least 26 terrorists affiliated to the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) are expected to surrender before Meghalaya Chief Minister, D D Lapang, on August 3. Among them, one of the most wanted HNLC cadre, Kraison Tongwah, a close associate of HNLC
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According to media reports, at least 26 terrorists affiliated to the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) are expected to surrender before Meghalaya Chief Minister, D D Lapang, on August 3. Among them, one of the most wanted HNLC cadre, Kraison Tongwah, a close associate of HNLC 'commander in chief' Boby Marwein and 'political secretary' of the outfit's 'chairman' Julius Dorphang would surrender. Meghalaya Director General of Police L Sailo stated that this would be the third official surrender of HNLC cadres this year.
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August - 6 
According to Shillong Times, the Border Security Force (BSF) has indicated that it will not provide safe passage to the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) cadres as the cease-fire agreement was not intimated to them. Addressing a press conference on August 6, BSF Inspector General S C Srivastav
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According to Shillong Times, the Border Security Force (BSF) has indicated that it will not provide safe passage to the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) cadres as the cease-fire agreement was not intimated to them. Addressing a press conference on August 6, BSF Inspector General S C Srivastava said that BSF has not received any information regarding the July 23 tripartite truce agreement among the Center, State and ANVC. He further indicated that ‘until the modalities are worked out, we have to prevent any movement in the border,’ and added that ‘ANVC terrorists are Indians but they could be termed as illegal entrants if they try to cross over the international border."
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August - 8 
According to Sentinel, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has offered to act as a facilitator between the Assam based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Union Government. Its 'publicity chief', K. Mulatonu indicated in a telephonic message from Kohima that the NSCN-
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According to Sentinel, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has offered to act as a facilitator between the Assam based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Union Government. Its 'publicity chief', K. Mulatonu indicated in a telephonic message from Kohima that the NSCN-K wants "to act as a go-between to enable ULFA to talk to the central government." He also said that the leadership is hopeful in their efforts to receive a positive response from the ULFA although "everything depends on the sincerity of New Delhi."
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August - 8 
Daily Star has reported that the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) on August 8 refuted the Indian Border Security Force's (BSF) claim that Bangladesh shelters Indian terrorists by allowing camps inside its territory. Earlier on August 6, the Inspector General of BSF's Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur and Nagaland Fr
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Daily Star has reported that the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) on August 8 refuted the Indian Border Security Force's (BSF) claim that Bangladesh shelters Indian terrorists by allowing camps inside its territory. Earlier on August 6, the Inspector General of BSF's Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur and Nagaland Frontier had claimed in a press conference in Shillong that a fresh list of 195 camps of Indian terrorists in Bangladesh was handed over to BDR delegation in the meeting held between BDR and BSF at Comilla from August 2 to 5 and suggestions for joint operation was put forward. BDR in an official statement rejected the BSF suggestions and reportedly said that as there were no camps of Indian terrorists in Bangladesh no question of joint operation arises.
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August - 8 
The ULFA 'commander-in-chief', Paresh Barua, in a telephonic conversation with the Sentinel on August 8 said that the outfit is ready to talk on the sovereignty of Assam. Barua said that ULFA "is willing to come down even to Dispur (Guwahati), as long as the agenda for talks revolved around his grou
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The ULFA 'commander-in-chief', Paresh Barua, in a telephonic conversation with the Sentinel on August 8 said that the outfit is ready to talk on the sovereignty of Assam. Barua said that ULFA "is willing to come down even to Dispur (Guwahati), as long as the agenda for talks revolved around his group's demand for ‘sovereignty’ of Assam."
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August - 9 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi informed the State Legislative Assembly on August 9 that 652 terrorists were killed in the State during the period January 2002 to May 2004. This includes 290 ULFA, 261 NDFB, 13 United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), 16 Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA), 18 Hmar P
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi informed the State Legislative Assembly on August 9 that 652 terrorists were killed in the State during the period January 2002 to May 2004. This includes 290 ULFA, 261 NDFB, 13 United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), 16 Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA), 18 Hmar People’s Convention (HPC), 16 Dima Halim Daoga (DHD), six National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN), four Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) and 28 terrorists from other outfits.
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August - 9 
In a statement issued by Aakaho Assumi, ‘Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Publicity’ of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), the outfit criticized the Union Government of instigating the northeastern States bordering Nagaland to prevent the integration
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In a statement issued by Aakaho Assumi, ‘Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Publicity’ of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), the outfit criticized the Union Government of instigating the northeastern States bordering Nagaland to prevent the integration of the Naga-inhabited areas. Responding to the Resolution passed in the Assam Legislative Assembly on August 6, which resolved not to cede any territory of the State to Nagaland, the outfit said, "The issue of greater or smaller Nagaland does not arise at all, as Nagas were very clear about their ancestral land and territorial boundary."
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August - 9 
The Assam Government, on August 9, said that there have been no indications from ULFA on the issue of peace talks. It further observed that the Union Government had specified that talks could only take place within the parameters similar to those being applied to the dialogue with the NSCN-IM in Nag
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The Assam Government, on August 9, said that there have been no indications from ULFA on the issue of peace talks. It further observed that the Union Government had specified that talks could only take place within the parameters similar to those being applied to the dialogue with the NSCN-IM in Nagaland. Separately, the Assam Minister of State for Home, Rockybul Hussain, stated that the Government had not come across any substantive information on whether the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan had been encouraging anti-national forces in Assam. The Minister also informed that since 2001, there had been no evidence of any ISI activity in Assam.
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August - 9 
The Chief Minister of Meghalaya, D D Lapang, has reportedly appealed to the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) to come forward for a dialogue taking the example of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC). According to him, while the Church leaders have been asked to negotiate
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The Chief Minister of Meghalaya, D D Lapang, has reportedly appealed to the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) to come forward for a dialogue taking the example of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC). According to him, while the Church leaders have been asked to negotiate with HNLC cadres, the State Government could also facilitate talks between the outfit and Union Government.
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August - 9 
The Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, said in Delhi on August 9 that the Government was ready to withdraw the Assam Rifles from Manipur but ruled out scrapping the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act. "If this is necessary to restore peace in the area, and if this is seen as a pressing demand, then
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The Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, said in Delhi on August 9 that the Government was ready to withdraw the Assam Rifles from Manipur but ruled out scrapping the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act. "If this is necessary to restore peace in the area, and if this is seen as a pressing demand, then we are ready to respect the feelings of the people of Manipur...," Patil told NDTV in an interview.
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August - 12 
The Manipur Chief Minister, Okram Ibobi Singh, announced on August 12 the repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act 1958 from the Imphal municipal area. The decision, taken at a State Cabinet meeting in the capital Imphal, was announced by Singh at a press conference. The Imphal municipal area
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The Manipur Chief Minister, Okram Ibobi Singh, announced on August 12 the repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act 1958 from the Imphal municipal area. The decision, taken at a State Cabinet meeting in the capital Imphal, was announced by Singh at a press conference. The Imphal municipal area covers the Assembly constituencies of Uripok, Thangmeiband, Sagolband, Khurai, Singjamei, Keishamthong and Yaiskul, which have 10 per cent of the State's total population. Referring to the public demand for the complete withdrawal of the Act, the Chief Minister said, "we don't want the Act for a minute more in the State, but there are lots of compulsions, especially the presence of many unlawful organisations pushing for secession from India."
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August - 19 
Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, said on August 19 that the recent upsurge in violence by the ULFA indicates that the outfit is working at the behest of certain foreign agencies to subvert the nation from within. He also accused the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) of v
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Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, said on August 19 that the recent upsurge in violence by the ULFA indicates that the outfit is working at the behest of certain foreign agencies to subvert the nation from within. He also accused the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) of violation of the conditions of the ongoing cease-fire with the Centre by providing shelter to ULFA cadres in the wake of the Bhutanese military operations in December 2003.
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August - 27 
Union Minister of State for Defence and Parliamentary Affairs, Bijoy Krishna Handique, said in Guwahati on August 27 that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has split into pro and anti-talks factions. This development, according to Handique, has created problems in the efforts to bringing pe
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Union Minister of State for Defence and Parliamentary Affairs, Bijoy Krishna Handique, said in Guwahati on August 27 that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has split into pro and anti-talks factions. This development, according to Handique, has created problems in the efforts to bringing peace in Assam, even though the Centre was open to negotiations. In an interview to The Sentinel, the Minister said, "The ULFA leadership is sharply divided on the issue of talks, with one faction in favour of negotiations and the other faction against it. The government will have to tackle this new problem." He also stated that there was no need for mediators during talks between the Government and ULFA.
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August - 28 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking to press persons in Guwahati on August 28, termed the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)’s offer of talks on sovereignty of Assam as ‘untenable’. "By sticking to sovereignty, the outfit has itself negated the offer. How can Delhi discuss sovereignty wit
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking to press persons in Guwahati on August 28, termed the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)’s offer of talks on sovereignty of Assam as ‘untenable’. "By sticking to sovereignty, the outfit has itself negated the offer. How can Delhi discuss sovereignty with any group and yet maintain the integrity of the country," Gogoi said.
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September - 8 
Police are reported to have arrested 11 militants belonging to a group called Zo-Lushai Liberation Army, led by one Chalthanzuala, son of the first Chief Minister Ch. Chhunga, from Mizoram’s capital town Aizawl and other places, said Home Minister Tawnluia on September 8.
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Police are reported to have arrested 11 militants belonging to a group called Zo-Lushai Liberation Army, led by one Chalthanzuala, son of the first Chief Minister Ch. Chhunga, from Mizoram’s capital town Aizawl and other places, said Home Minister Tawnluia on September 8.
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September - 10 
The State Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, speaking at a public function in Agartala, on September 10, said that there is a number of militant camps in Bangladesh and the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan had been actively helping the separatist movements in northeastern region.
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The State Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, speaking at a public function in Agartala, on September 10, said that there is a number of militant camps in Bangladesh and the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan had been actively helping the separatist movements in northeastern region.
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September - 30 
Addressing a press conference in Guwahati on September 30, the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi announced that his Government is prepared to declare a cease-fire with the ULFA if it reciprocates similarly. He also gave the outfit a time limit for the purpose with the appeal to declare its stand on t
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Addressing a press conference in Guwahati on September 30, the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi announced that his Government is prepared to declare a cease-fire with the ULFA if it reciprocates similarly. He also gave the outfit a time limit for the purpose with the appeal to declare its stand on the issue by October 15. He also informed that his Government is not opposed to the idea of holding talks with the ULFA in a third country.
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September - 30 
The Issac-Muivah faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) on September 30 stated that it would not interfere in the forthcoming October 7 Legislative Assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh. The statement came in the backdrop of the allegations leveled against the outfit of in
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The Issac-Muivah faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) on September 30 stated that it would not interfere in the forthcoming October 7 Legislative Assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh. The statement came in the backdrop of the allegations leveled against the outfit of intimidating voters and candidates from Tirap and Changlang, the insurgency-affected districts of the State. Talking to UNI from Dimapur, its 'deputy kilonser' (minister) of the 'ministry of information and publicity', Kraibo Chawang, said that the outfit had already instructed its cadres not to interfere in the election process.
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October - 2 
The Sentinel adds that the ULFA on October 2 rejected Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi’s conditional ceasefire offer and said that they would consider a proposal for talks with the Union Government only if the Centre came out with a "written" commitment to discuss the sovereignty issue.
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The Sentinel adds that the ULFA on October 2 rejected Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi’s conditional ceasefire offer and said that they would consider a proposal for talks with the Union Government only if the Centre came out with a "written" commitment to discuss the sovereignty issue.
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October - 3 
According to The Hindu, violence has now spread to more districts affecting Dhubri, Bongaigaon, Kokrajhar, Darrang, Morigaon, Chirang, Udalguri, Sonitpur, Sibsagar, Karbi Anglong, Kamrup and Nalbari. Inspector General of Police Sharma said that the NDFB, which is demanding the creation of a ‘soverei
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According to The Hindu, violence has now spread to more districts affecting Dhubri, Bongaigaon, Kokrajhar, Darrang, Morigaon, Chirang, Udalguri, Sonitpur, Sibsagar, Karbi Anglong, Kamrup and Nalbari. Inspector General of Police Sharma said that the NDFB, which is demanding the creation of a ‘sovereign Boroland’, had carried out attacks on soft targets in a bid to draw attention on its ‘18th raising day’. The Director General of Police, P.V. Sumant, said, "The Assam Police has information that they [the NDFB and the ULFA] do work together as seen in yesterday's serial blasts and firings by militants across the State."
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October - 3 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) said on October 3 an anti-Naga militant group was behind the bomb blasts at the Dimapur Railway station and the Hong Kong market area a day earlier, and has ‘announced a reward’ of Rupees Five lakh to any individual or group providin
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) said on October 3 an anti-Naga militant group was behind the bomb blasts at the Dimapur Railway station and the Hong Kong market area a day earlier, and has ‘announced a reward’ of Rupees Five lakh to any individual or group providing vital information leading to the capture of those behind the explosion. As reported earlier, at least 26 people died in the three explosions, within minutes of each other, and 104 others were wounded. "We have got vital clues and have announced the reward so that we can capture the perpetrators of the dastardly attack dead or alive," K. Chawang, NSCN-IM ‘Deputy Minister for Information and Publicity’, told Sentinel by telephone from Dimapur. Chawang said his group has set up a ‘special investigating team’ headed by Alezo Chakesang, ‘Deputy Speaker’ of the Tatar Hoho (NSCN ‘parliament’).
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October - 3 
The Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, on October 3 accepted the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi's suggestion for a coordinated action by the North-Eastern States against terrorist outfits active in the region. Talking to reporters in Guwahati, Patil said the Union Home Ministry was in contact wit
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The Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, on October 3 accepted the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi's suggestion for a coordinated action by the North-Eastern States against terrorist outfits active in the region. Talking to reporters in Guwahati, Patil said the Union Home Ministry was in contact with other States in the region and was likely to give effect to the suggestion. He also said the Government "would not spare anyone involved in these incidents of mindless violence." The Minister is also reported to have reviewed the law and order situation in Assam with Gogoi and senior security officials in the light of continuing terrorist violence. Asked which outfit was behind the twin blasts in Dimapur, Nagaland, a day earlier, Patil said it was the handiwork of "some people who were trying to spread terror in the region and who did not want the peace process initiated by the Government to continue." He also said it would not be wise to come to any immediate conclusion when asked if he thought any foreign agencies were involved. During his visit to Dimapur, the Home Minister reportedly said the Centre would try to put in place soon a long-term strategy to tackle the insurgency. Stress would be laid on coordination among the law-enforcing agencies, the Army and the paramilitary forces in the North-Eastern States, stated Patil.
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October - 4 
The Chief Minister of Assam, Tarun Gogoi, on October 4 blamed the ULFA and NDFB for the continuing terrorist violence in the State. The Chief Minister said, while addressing the media after a high-level meeting in Bongaigaon, "The stepped up violence is being jointly carried out by the NDFB and the
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The Chief Minister of Assam, Tarun Gogoi, on October 4 blamed the ULFA and NDFB for the continuing terrorist violence in the State. The Chief Minister said, while addressing the media after a high-level meeting in Bongaigaon, "The stepped up violence is being jointly carried out by the NDFB and the ULFA. If ULFA continues such activities, we will not go for a one-sided truce. They are not interested in negotiations. They are following their mentors who are inimical to NE region. I don’t see any other force who can carry out such subversive activities other than the ULFA and the NDFB."
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October - 4 
The NDFB has reportedly said that it is ready to hold talks with the Union Government in accordance with the group’s decision in 2002 "to end the colonial rule of India." This was stated in a press release e-mailed to journalists in Guwahati by NDFB spokesperson S Sanjarang. The statement said that
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The NDFB has reportedly said that it is ready to hold talks with the Union Government in accordance with the group’s decision in 2002 "to end the colonial rule of India." This was stated in a press release e-mailed to journalists in Guwahati by NDFB spokesperson S Sanjarang. The statement said that NDFB ‘president’ D R Nabla, while addressing the cadres of the outfit on the occasion of its 18th ‘raising day’, said the NDFB is seriously considering the cease-fire offer made by Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi and will convey its decision within a few days. Nabla has appealed to all the cadres and Bodo people to prepare for talks and secure ‘freedom’ either through peaceful and democratic means or through a prolonged fight with India, the statement added.
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October - 4 
The Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar stated in the State Legislative Assembly on October 4 that a total of 271 people have been killed by terrorists between March 2003 and August 2004. Also, between January 2003 and September 2004 as many as 393 terrorists have surrendered in the State and Rupees
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The Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar stated in the State Legislative Assembly on October 4 that a total of 271 people have been killed by terrorists between March 2003 and August 2004. Also, between January 2003 and September 2004 as many as 393 terrorists have surrendered in the State and Rupees 2,46,33,059 has been sanctioned for their rehabilitation. He further said that the All Tripura Tigers Force (ATTF) is the strongest outfit with cadre strength of about 450, while the Biswamohan Debbarma group of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) is second with about 370 cadres. The operations by the Tripura Police during the period from September 1, 1999, to August 31, 2004, has led to the arrest of 593 terrorists, while during this same period the police killed at least 171 terrorists, the Chief Minister added.
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October - 6 
The Assam Government’s plea to launch a massive crackdown using helicopter gun-ships and additional forces against terrorists was reportedly cleared by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs in New Delhi on October 6. A high-level strategy meeting chaired by Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, and atten
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The Assam Government’s plea to launch a massive crackdown using helicopter gun-ships and additional forces against terrorists was reportedly cleared by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs in New Delhi on October 6. A high-level strategy meeting chaired by Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, and attended among others by Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, Chief of Army Staff, N C Vij, Director General of central para-military forces, top Home Ministry and intelligence officials deliberated on the prevailing situation in Assam and Nagaland before initiating an action plan, according to Assam Tribune. The meeting decided to immediately rush 20 companies of central para-military forces to Assam, which would be joined by 15 more companies after the Arunachal Pradesh elections. After October 10, a few more companies would be rushed to the State after the Maharashtra elections, said Special Secretary (Internal Security) Anil Choudhury. Assam Police would now be using helicopter gun-ships to track down terrorists, with the review meeting clearing the State Government’s request for army helicopters for anti-insurgency operations. Choudhury also said that the Unified Command was being revived and the first meeting under the chairmanship of State Chief Secretary would be held on October 8.
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October - 8 
The Border Security Force (BSF) has reportedly launched a special anti-insurgency operation Operation Alert to flush out terrorists in Tripura. An unnamed BSF official was quoted as saying in Assam Tribune that the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) and National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) are li
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The Border Security Force (BSF) has reportedly launched a special anti-insurgency operation Operation Alert to flush out terrorists in Tripura. An unnamed BSF official was quoted as saying in Assam Tribune that the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) and National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) are likely to observe ‘Salkasym’ (Black Day) on October 15. The day coincides with the date when the princely state of Tripura merged with the Indian Union in 1949.
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October - 8 
The National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) announced, on October 8, a unilateral cease-fire to create a congenial atmosphere for talks with the Government of India. In a joint statement released to the media through e-mail, NDFB ‘chairman’ D R Nabla and ‘chief of army staff’ B Susranbggra, sai
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The National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) announced, on October 8, a unilateral cease-fire to create a congenial atmosphere for talks with the Government of India. In a joint statement released to the media through e-mail, NDFB ‘chairman’ D R Nabla and ‘chief of army staff’ B Susranbggra, said "in response to the offer for ceasefire by Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, the NDFB has declared a ceasefire with effect from October 15 for a period of six months. Therefore, all the commanders of Bodoland Army are asked to immediately suspend hostilities against India." Gogoi had earlier said that the State Government will initiate a unilateral cease-fire if the terrorist outfits respond positively by October 15.
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October - 8 
The Telegraph quoting highly placed police sources stated that faced with an acute funds crunch, both the ATTF and the NLFT have directed their cadres to go on austerity drive and confine expenses to the bare necessities.
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The Telegraph quoting highly placed police sources stated that faced with an acute funds crunch, both the ATTF and the NLFT have directed their cadres to go on austerity drive and confine expenses to the bare necessities.
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October - 8 
The Tripura Government has reportedly ruled out withdrawal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) from the State, saying revoking the Special Act would benefit the terrorists. Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, while speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on October 8, said the State Governmen
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The Tripura Government has reportedly ruled out withdrawal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) from the State, saying revoking the Special Act would benefit the terrorists. Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, while speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on October 8, said the State Government had no plans to withdraw the Act. "The Centre has sent additional troops to the north eastern region to tackle the situation in the region and we have also demanded deployment of more army personnel in the trouble-torn areas of the region," Sarkar said, adding that the AFSPA was promulgated in Tripura to protect the lives and properties of the people. The Act was promulgated in 27 of the 52 police station areas in Tripura in February 1997 after a series of terrorist attacks.
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October - 9 
In an e-mail sent to some local dailies in Guwahati on October 9, a 'media spokesman' of NDFB, S.Sarjarang, wanted both the Central and the Assam Governments to respond to the cease-fire offered by his outfit by October 15. The e-mail reportedly stated that the outfit might reconsider its decision w
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In an e-mail sent to some local dailies in Guwahati on October 9, a 'media spokesman' of NDFB, S.Sarjarang, wanted both the Central and the Assam Governments to respond to the cease-fire offered by his outfit by October 15. The e-mail reportedly stated that the outfit might reconsider its decision with regard to the cease-fire if the Government failed to respond by that date. The NDFB also wanted the Government to stop security operations against it. However, the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on October 9 asserted that counter-insurgency operations against NDFB would continue until it formally approached the State Government with its cease-fire offer. Also, the Chief Minister, while talking to the media in Guwahati on October 9, said that since 1991 till date, terrorists have killed 2,900 civilians and 769 security force personnel. During the same period, 2,000 terrorists have been killed. The terrorists kidnapped 1,280 people and 12,400 of them surrendered during the same period, he added.
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October - 9 
The ceasefire declared by the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has been welcomed by Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi terming it as "a step in the right direction." He was also optimistic that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) would soon follow suit. Talking to the media at the capital
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The ceasefire declared by the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has been welcomed by Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi terming it as "a step in the right direction." He was also optimistic that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) would soon follow suit. Talking to the media at the capital complex in Guwahati on October 9, Gogoi, however said that the NDFB has not yet communicated with the Government and also the ceasefire formalities are yet to be initiated. "We are waiting for an official communique before we can start the ceasefire formalities," he said.
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October - 11 
Defence Minister Pranab Mukherjee is reported to have stated in Kolkata on October 11 that Bangladesh has agreed to extend co-operation to India to act against terrorist outfits active in the northeast. "Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia had recently called up our High Commissioner to that count
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Defence Minister Pranab Mukherjee is reported to have stated in Kolkata on October 11 that Bangladesh has agreed to extend co-operation to India to act against terrorist outfits active in the northeast. "Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia had recently called up our High Commissioner to that country and extended its cooperation to act against the insurgent outfits," he said. The Defence Minister also said that the recent bomb blasts in Assam and Nagaland were the handiwork of the Pakistani Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and added the specific source of trouble lay in Bangladesh and Myanmar.
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October - 12 
Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, while speaking to Sentinel in Guwahati on October 12, said that the Government would hand over power on 40 subjects to the interim Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts administration on October 16.
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Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, while speaking to Sentinel in Guwahati on October 12, said that the Government would hand over power on 40 subjects to the interim Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts administration on October 16.
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October - 13 
On October 13, the general secretary of the All Bodo Peace Forum (ABPF), Bhramon Baglari, alleged that the Assam Government is not taking a sincere approach in responding to the unilateral truce offer by NDFB.
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On October 13, the general secretary of the All Bodo Peace Forum (ABPF), Bhramon Baglari, alleged that the Assam Government is not taking a sincere approach in responding to the unilateral truce offer by NDFB.
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October - 14 
The Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on October 14 that the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) had officially communicated its truce offer to the government. The government according to him had received a letter from its ‘chairman’ D.R. Nabla.
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The Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on October 14 that the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) had officially communicated its truce offer to the government. The government according to him had received a letter from its ‘chairman’ D.R. Nabla.
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October - 15 
The Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi told newspersons in Guwahati on October 15 that the ceasefire with the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) would be in the similar lines as those with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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The Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi told newspersons in Guwahati on October 15 that the ceasefire with the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) would be in the similar lines as those with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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October - 17 
The Guwahati city Superintendent of Police, HC Nath confirmed on October 17, that ULFA was behind the abortive attempt to smuggle in three detonators into the Panbazar telephone exchange on October 15. A person suspected to be involved in the abortive attempt has been arrested from the Jyotinagar ar
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The Guwahati city Superintendent of Police, HC Nath confirmed on October 17, that ULFA was behind the abortive attempt to smuggle in three detonators into the Panbazar telephone exchange on October 15. A person suspected to be involved in the abortive attempt has been arrested from the Jyotinagar area of the Guwahati city.
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October - 19 
Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi while talking to the media in Guwahati on October 19 promised to offer safe passage to the representatives of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) for talks with the government. He however, asserted that no direct contact with the outfit have been establi
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Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi while talking to the media in Guwahati on October 19 promised to offer safe passage to the representatives of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) for talks with the government. He however, asserted that no direct contact with the outfit have been established as yet.
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October - 20 
The Sanmilita Janagosthiya Sangram Samity (SJSS), a federation of 22 non-Bodo organisations, which was in the forefront in opposing the last Bodo peace accord, has demanded its inclusion in the proposed peace process with the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). In a news conference in Guwa
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The Sanmilita Janagosthiya Sangram Samity (SJSS), a federation of 22 non-Bodo organisations, which was in the forefront in opposing the last Bodo peace accord, has demanded its inclusion in the proposed peace process with the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). In a news conference in Guwahati on October 20, the SJSS spokesman said, "This is to ensure that the interests of the non-Bodo population of the Bodo areas are not ignored in any future settlement with the NDFB."
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October - 21 
On October 21, the Union Government asked the Assam Government to go ahead with its plans to hold talks with the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and said it would participate in due course. The response came after the Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, met the Union Home Minister, Shivr
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On October 21, the Union Government asked the Assam Government to go ahead with its plans to hold talks with the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and said it would participate in due course. The response came after the Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, met the Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, in New Delhi and informed him of the NDFB's offer of talks. The NDFB had made a unilateral announcement of ceasefire on October 15.
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October - 23 
According to media reports, following the eleventh round of peace talks last week, the Government of Mizoram has finalised a peace deal with the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF). A senior government official was quoted having said "The peace formula covers repatriation of the refugees as well as
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According to media reports, following the eleventh round of peace talks last week, the Government of Mizoram has finalised a peace deal with the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF). A senior government official was quoted having said "The peace formula covers repatriation of the refugees as well as proper rehabilitation of both refugees and BNLF cadres." According to reports, a formal peace agreement in this effect would be signed by both the parties once the Union government sanctions the funds required to implement the peace package.
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October - 25 
According to media reports, the Assam government, on October 25, asked the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) to depute representatives to finalise the ground rules of ceasefire. Addressing a press conference in Guwahati, Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said that the State Government has writte
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According to media reports, the Assam government, on October 25, asked the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) to depute representatives to finalise the ground rules of ceasefire. Addressing a press conference in Guwahati, Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said that the State Government has written to the NDFB ‘chairman’ Ranjan Daimari alias D.R.Nabla to nominate a few leaders who would represent the organization during formulation of the ceasefire ground rules and in the peace talks that would follow.
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November - 3 
Speaking at a workshop in New Delhi on November 3, Union Government’s interlocutor K. Padmanabhaiah stated that the central government might resolve the Nagaland problem in a year or two as the differences had been narrowed down. He added that India is ready to accept a "special position of Nagaland
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Speaking at a workshop in New Delhi on November 3, Union Government’s interlocutor K. Padmanabhaiah stated that the central government might resolve the Nagaland problem in a year or two as the differences had been narrowed down. He added that India is ready to accept a "special position of Nagaland in India."
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November - 5 
According to delayed news, the Kuki National Army (KNA), in an internecine clash, killed two militants of the United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) on November 1 in an unspecified location. A statement issued by the KNA ‘assistant director of information and publicity department’, Lt JL Hungdim, on No
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According to delayed news, the Kuki National Army (KNA), in an internecine clash, killed two militants of the United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) on November 1 in an unspecified location. A statement issued by the KNA ‘assistant director of information and publicity department’, Lt JL Hungdim, on November 5, claimed responsibility for the killing, which the outfit claimed to have executed in reaction to the UKLF’s attempt to kill some KNA cadres.
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November - 7 
The Assam Government, on November 7, said that it would not declare a formal ceasefire with the National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) unless the ground rules for the truce are formulated through discussions with representatives of the outfit.
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The Assam Government, on November 7, said that it would not declare a formal ceasefire with the National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) unless the ground rules for the truce are formulated through discussions with representatives of the outfit.
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November - 14 
The National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) on November 14 said that it is not interested to holds talks with the Assam government and that it would like to enter into direct negotiations with the Government of India. In a press statement dated November 13 signed by its spokesman S. Sanjarang,
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The National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) on November 14 said that it is not interested to holds talks with the Assam government and that it would like to enter into direct negotiations with the Government of India. In a press statement dated November 13 signed by its spokesman S. Sanjarang, the outfit said that the outfit has declared ceasefire with the Government of India and not with the Assam government.
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November - 18 
In an e-mail message to the local media, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), ‘chairman’, Arabinda Rajkhowa, has expressed willingness to begin a peace dialogue with the Government of India, only if the outfit is formally invited. He reiterated that no discussion would be possible without the
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In an e-mail message to the local media, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), ‘chairman’, Arabinda Rajkhowa, has expressed willingness to begin a peace dialogue with the Government of India, only if the outfit is formally invited. He reiterated that no discussion would be possible without the outfit’s demand for sovereignty on the agenda and described the issue as "a right of the people of Assam" and not a "mere demand by his organization".
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November - 22 
Addressing a press conference at Guwahati on November 22, the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh virtually ruled out holding any talks with ULFA on the issue of sovereignty of Assam.
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Addressing a press conference at Guwahati on November 22, the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh virtually ruled out holding any talks with ULFA on the issue of sovereignty of Assam.
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November - 28 
The Assam Tribune reported that the NDFB ‘chairman’ Ranjan Daimary, in an interview with the Press Trust of India expressed his keenness for peaceful solution to the conflict. He said, "We want to give a chance to India for a peaceful resolution of the conflict." He further said, "We are not putting
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The Assam Tribune reported that the NDFB ‘chairman’ Ranjan Daimary, in an interview with the Press Trust of India expressed his keenness for peaceful solution to the conflict. He said, "We want to give a chance to India for a peaceful resolution of the conflict." He further said, "We are not putting any conditions for the talks. We have our ideology and principles enshrined in our constitution. So our talks will be based on our ideology and principles."
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December - 4 
According to the Telegraph, the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) and the pro-talk faction of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) expressed disappointment over the delay in holding negotiations with the government. The DHD Chief Dilip Nunisa termed the delay as "intentional procrastination" where
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According to the Telegraph, the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) and the pro-talk faction of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) expressed disappointment over the delay in holding negotiations with the government. The DHD Chief Dilip Nunisa termed the delay as "intentional procrastination" where as the UPDS joint secretary Wajeru Mukrang said "we may go back to an armed struggle to achieve our goal".
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December - 6 
Another report quoting Indira Goswami said that the writer would divulge the details of the letter from the Union government after her discussions with the ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’, Paresh Baruah.
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Another report quoting Indira Goswami said that the writer would divulge the details of the letter from the Union government after her discussions with the ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’, Paresh Baruah.
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December - 8 
Defence minister Pranab Mukherjee while responding to a question in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament) on December 8 refuted the claim by Paresh Baruah, the ‘commander-in-chief’ of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) that at least 150 ULFA cadres have been working in various secur
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Defence minister Pranab Mukherjee while responding to a question in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament) on December 8 refuted the claim by Paresh Baruah, the ‘commander-in-chief’ of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) that at least 150 ULFA cadres have been working in various security force establishments in the country. Mukherjee said, "We should not take such claims too seriously. It is very easy for Paresh Baruah sitting in Dhaka to make such statements. Let us not be agitated over such claims."
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December - 9 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM), on December 9, appreciated the ‘visible change’ in the Government of India’s attitude towards the Naga issue and saw a ‘ray of hope’ in the five-decades-old insurgency being resolved peacefully. In his first interaction with the media
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM), on December 9, appreciated the ‘visible change’ in the Government of India’s attitude towards the Naga issue and saw a ‘ray of hope’ in the five-decades-old insurgency being resolved peacefully. In his first interaction with the media since his arrival in New Delhi, the NSCN-IM ‘general secretary’ T. Muivah said, "Our talks with the Central leaders have been positive. We appreciate the attitude of the government, which has undergone a change than before".
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December - 9 
The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on December 9 rejected the invitation from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) for peace talks. Talking to various media houses in Guwahati, over telephone, the ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’, Paresh Barua said that the PMO letter sent through noted writer Mamoni
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The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on December 9 rejected the invitation from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) for peace talks. Talking to various media houses in Guwahati, over telephone, the ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’, Paresh Barua said that the PMO letter sent through noted writer Mamoni Raisom Goswami was ‘self-contradictory and confusing’.
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December - 9 
The United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), on December 9, accused the Union government of violating the ceasefire ground rules and threatened to take up arms. Its ‘publicity secretary’, Tong-Eh-Nongloda alleged that the security forces are still carrying on counter insurgency operations again
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The United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), on December 9, accused the Union government of violating the ceasefire ground rules and threatened to take up arms. Its ‘publicity secretary’, Tong-Eh-Nongloda alleged that the security forces are still carrying on counter insurgency operations against its cadres despite the ceasefire agreement.
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December - 10 
According to Shillong Times, the Government of Meghalaya, on December 10, asked the Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) chairman Dilash Marak and ‘commander-in-chief’ Jerome Ch Momin to confine themselves to the Garo Hills area. The report, quoting State Home Minister HDR Lyngdoh, said that the
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According to Shillong Times, the Government of Meghalaya, on December 10, asked the Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) chairman Dilash Marak and ‘commander-in-chief’ Jerome Ch Momin to confine themselves to the Garo Hills area. The report, quoting State Home Minister HDR Lyngdoh, said that the Government has no information about the whereabouts of the top leadership of the outfit except for its General Secretary Wanding K Marak.
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December - 10 
In Assam, the National Democratic Front of Bodoland’s (NDFB) western command, ‘commander’ B Sudem alias B Chila urged the Union Government to respect the outfit’s gesture of peace with sincerely and try its best to make the peace process a reality.
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In Assam, the National Democratic Front of Bodoland’s (NDFB) western command, ‘commander’ B Sudem alias B Chila urged the Union Government to respect the outfit’s gesture of peace with sincerely and try its best to make the peace process a reality.
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December - 10 
The ULFA Pariyal Committee, an organization of family members of ULFA cadres, on December 10 criticised the ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Barua for rejecting the offer of the Union Government for peace talks. In a statement, the organization said that by rejecting the offer, Barua has closed all
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The ULFA Pariyal Committee, an organization of family members of ULFA cadres, on December 10 criticised the ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Barua for rejecting the offer of the Union Government for peace talks. In a statement, the organization said that by rejecting the offer, Barua has closed all avenues of progress for the State.
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December - 13 
Replying to a question in the State Legislative Assembly, the Tripura Chief Minister, Manik Sarkar, stated on December 13 that at least 69 persons were killed and 59 others sustained injuries in the 179 incidents of terrorist violence in different parts of Tripura in the past 11 months. 83 civilians
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Replying to a question in the State Legislative Assembly, the Tripura Chief Minister, Manik Sarkar, stated on December 13 that at least 69 persons were killed and 59 others sustained injuries in the 179 incidents of terrorist violence in different parts of Tripura in the past 11 months. 83 civilians were abducted by the different terrorist outfits of which 40 abducted persons returned home safely, he added. On counter-terrorism operations, Sarkar informed that the troops killed 54 hardcore terrorists of different outfits while 88 of them were arrested and approximately 200 cadres surrendered thus far.
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December - 13 
The ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa, on December 13, appealed to the international community for intervention in order to bring peace in Assam. In an e-mail message to various newspaper offices, he said that the outfit had never rejected peace offers.
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The ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa, on December 13, appealed to the international community for intervention in order to bring peace in Assam. In an e-mail message to various newspaper offices, he said that the outfit had never rejected peace offers.
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December - 15 
On December 15, the Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of the Indian Parliament) said a total of 7458 persons were killed in 10,788 incidents in Jammu and Kashmir, North-Eastern States and left-wing extremist (also known as Naxalite) af
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On December 15, the Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of the Indian Parliament) said a total of 7458 persons were killed in 10,788 incidents in Jammu and Kashmir, North-Eastern States and left-wing extremist (also known as Naxalite) affected states during 2003-2004. During the period up to October 2004, 4322 persons, including civilians, security force personnel and terrorists, were killed in 5624 incidents in Jammu and Kashmir, 1860 persons were killed in 2237 incidents in the North-Eastern states and 1276 persons were killed in 2927 incidents in the Naxalite-affected States. He also replied that during the period, 700 terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, 1706 extremists in North-Eastern states and 2552 Naxalites in the Naxalite-affected States were arrested.
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December - 15 
The Union Home Ministry (MHA), on December 15, described the ULFA’s reaction to the dialogue offer from Prime Minister’s Office as a reflection of its insincerity and directed the security forces to intensify operations against the outfit. The Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, said in Guwahati on D
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The Union Home Ministry (MHA), on December 15, described the ULFA’s reaction to the dialogue offer from Prime Minister’s Office as a reflection of its insincerity and directed the security forces to intensify operations against the outfit. The Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, said in Guwahati on December 15 that the ULFA hitting at soft targets is an "act of desperation" because of dwindling public support, but admitted that the State Government had failed to keep the outfit in check.
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December - 16 
During an interview to the British Broadcasting Corporation over telephone on an unspecified day, the self-styled chief of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF), RK Meghen alias Sanayaima, expressed its desire to commence negotiations only if the Indian Government agreed to discuss the issue o
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During an interview to the British Broadcasting Corporation over telephone on an unspecified day, the self-styled chief of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF), RK Meghen alias Sanayaima, expressed its desire to commence negotiations only if the Indian Government agreed to discuss the issue of Manipur’s sovereignty and negotiate in a foreign country under the aegis of the United Nations.
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December - 16 
On December 16, the Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, replying to a question in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of the Indian Parliament) said the Union Government was examining the possibility of setting up a Unified Command of security forces in the insurgency-affected north-eastern region but was
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On December 16, the Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, replying to a question in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of the Indian Parliament) said the Union Government was examining the possibility of setting up a Unified Command of security forces in the insurgency-affected north-eastern region but was not enthused by the response of Bangladesh to India's security-related concerns. "The response of Bangladesh has been positive but not very convincing. We are talking with them. We expect more positive response from Dhaka,'' said Patil. As part of the stepped up anti-insurgency measures, the Home Minister stated that the strength of paramilitary forces was being raised by another 209 battalions. He also informed that the border fencing in Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab as a ‘great success' to check infiltration. He also said the Government proposed to put up fencing along the 4,000 kilometer India-Bangladesh border.
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December - 16 
Rajya Sabha Chairman, Bhairon Singh Shekhawat, on December 16, directed Patil to enquire into the episode of an erstwhile People’s War Group (PWG) ‘military commander's’ interview to a television channel, in which, the leader had admitted his outfit's links with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam
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Rajya Sabha Chairman, Bhairon Singh Shekhawat, on December 16, directed Patil to enquire into the episode of an erstwhile People’s War Group (PWG) ‘military commander's’ interview to a television channel, in which, the leader had admitted his outfit's links with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and had claimed that the present ruling dispensation was sympathetic to the Naxalites.
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December - 17 
The Minister of State for Home, Rockybul Hussain, informed the State Legislative Assembly on December 17 that during the last eight months from April to November 2004, terrorists triggered 78 bomb blasts in Assam killing at least 54 people and injuring 294 others. During the same period, 68 terroris
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The Minister of State for Home, Rockybul Hussain, informed the State Legislative Assembly on December 17 that during the last eight months from April to November 2004, terrorists triggered 78 bomb blasts in Assam killing at least 54 people and injuring 294 others. During the same period, 68 terrorists, including 43 ULFA and 16 NDFB cadres, were killed in separate encounters with the security forces. On the same day, Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi noted that the Pakistani Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) was perpetrating violence in the State through ULFA to destabilize the region.
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December - 21 
Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, told the Parliament on December 21 that the National Liberation Front of Tripura-Nayanbashi (NLFT-N) had come to an agreement with the Government for surrendering arms and ammunition by December 25. Patil stated that a Memorandum of Settlement in this regard has b
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Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, told the Parliament on December 21 that the National Liberation Front of Tripura-Nayanbashi (NLFT-N) had come to an agreement with the Government for surrendering arms and ammunition by December 25. Patil stated that a Memorandum of Settlement in this regard has been signed by the Centre, Tripura Government and NLFT-N on December 17.
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December - 22 
The Union Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, informed the Upper House of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) on December 22 that some prominent terrorist groups, including nine operating in Jammu and Kashmir and four in the Northeast, were receiving funds from foreign countries. He, however, did n
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The Union Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, informed the Upper House of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) on December 22 that some prominent terrorist groups, including nine operating in Jammu and Kashmir and four in the Northeast, were receiving funds from foreign countries. He, however, did not disclose further details. The Minister added that a total of 32 terrorist groups in the country, including Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast, which were outlawed under the now defunct Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), continue to remain proscribed under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amended Ordinance, 2004.
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December - 22 
Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, stated on December 22 that Central funds for North Eastern States inadvertently bankroll insurgent activity. ‘‘Government money is being used but that is not the end. Money flows by selling of arms, ransom and bank robbery,’’ Patil said after delivering the Intell
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Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, stated on December 22 that Central funds for North Eastern States inadvertently bankroll insurgent activity. ‘‘Government money is being used but that is not the end. Money flows by selling of arms, ransom and bank robbery,’’ Patil said after delivering the Intelligence Bureau’s 17th centenary endowment lecture in New Delhi. He said the channels through which funds reach terrorists should be identified and subsequently blocked. ‘‘Terrorism as such can be brought down if the flow of funds to terrorists is checked, and if the youth can be given better employment opportunities,’’ he added.
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December - 23 
The Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, said in New Delhi on December 23 that the anti-talks faction of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) has sent signals to hold peace talks with the Government.
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The Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, said in New Delhi on December 23 that the anti-talks faction of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) has sent signals to hold peace talks with the Government.
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December - 23 
The Telegraph, quoting State government sources, stated that the Union Government’s proposed talks with the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) will mimic the pattern of the dialogue with the erstwhile Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) involving only Union Home Ministry officials. Assam Home Sec
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The Telegraph, quoting State government sources, stated that the Union Government’s proposed talks with the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) will mimic the pattern of the dialogue with the erstwhile Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) involving only Union Home Ministry officials. Assam Home Secretary, B K Gohain, said that the Union Government conveyed its decision to the State Government recently. He said that the home ministry would formally invite the outfit’s leaderships for talks soon. He also added that the proposed talks will not involve the Prime Minister at any stage.
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December - 25 
Talking to newsmen in Guwahati on December 25, the Assam Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Development, Himanta Biswa Sarma, said that elections to the Bodoland Territorial Council will be held by the end of May 2005. Meanwhile, addressing a press conference in New Delhi on December 23, th
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Talking to newsmen in Guwahati on December 25, the Assam Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Development, Himanta Biswa Sarma, said that elections to the Bodoland Territorial Council will be held by the end of May 2005. Meanwhile, addressing a press conference in New Delhi on December 23, the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said that ULFA has adopted a new modus operandi to attack soft targets across the State through mercenaries.
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December - 31 
Talking to newsmen in Kolkata on December 31, the outgoing GOC-in-C Eastern Command, Lt. Gen. J.S. Verma, stated that ULFA leaders have difference of opinion on whether to hold peace talks with the Government. Besides, there are also differences of opinion within the rank and file of the outfit on t
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Talking to newsmen in Kolkata on December 31, the outgoing GOC-in-C Eastern Command, Lt. Gen. J.S. Verma, stated that ULFA leaders have difference of opinion on whether to hold peace talks with the Government. Besides, there are also differences of opinion within the rank and file of the outfit on this question, he added.
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