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Incidents of Exchange of Fire between SFs and Militants:2003
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January - 1 
Assam police rescued a civilian following an encounter, on January 1, 2003, from Akashi Ganga, bordering Nagaon and Karbi Anglong districts, Assam. The two abductors––alleged Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) terrorists––were also killed during the encounter. The terrorists had abducted him, on December
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Assam police rescued a civilian following an encounter, on January 1, 2003, from Akashi Ganga, bordering Nagaon and Karbi Anglong districts, Assam. The two abductors––alleged Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) terrorists––were also killed during the encounter. The terrorists had abducted him, on December 21, 2002 from Howraghat.
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January - 1 
In an encounter that ensued after a raid on a terrorist hideout in Dedikalipora, Zainapora area of Shopian, two Pakistani terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed. Two AK-56 rifles were recovered from their possession.
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In an encounter that ensued after a raid on a terrorist hideout in Dedikalipora, Zainapora area of Shopian, two Pakistani terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed. Two AK-56 rifles were recovered from their possession.
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January - 2 
Security forces (SFs) killed two foreign mercenaries in an encounter in Deraw village, Pulwama district, on January 2. The encounter ensued after the terrorists hiding there attacked a search party. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter-site.
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Security forces (SFs) killed two foreign mercenaries in an encounter in Deraw village, Pulwama district, on January 2. The encounter ensued after the terrorists hiding there attacked a search party. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 3 
Two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed, while three Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were injured in an encounter preceded by an explosion at Laani village, Gool area of Udhampur district, on January 3. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in, and thre
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Two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed, while three Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were injured in an encounter preceded by an explosion at Laani village, Gool area of Udhampur district, on January 3. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in, and three to five more terrorists were fighting security force (SF) personnel, official sources said. These sources said a powerful blast rocked a road used by passenger and SF vehicles at Laani and subsequently SFs manning the area sealed the village. In the ensuing encounter, two JeM terrorists were killed and three BSF personnel injured. Recoveries made from the encounter-site, thus far, included two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 37 ammunition rounds, a wireless set and a JeM letterhead.
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January - 4 
Based on specific information, SFs and SOG personnel launched a cordon-and-search operation at Kandikoot in the Kokernag locality of Anantnag district. In the ensuing encounter, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including a ‘district commander’ were killed. In the same district, a terrorist be
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Based on specific information, SFs and SOG personnel launched a cordon-and-search operation at Kandikoot in the Kokernag locality of Anantnag district. In the ensuing encounter, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including a ‘district commander’ were killed. In the same district, a terrorist belonging to the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen group was killed during an encounter.
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January - 4 
Two front ranking terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) were killed during an encounter at the Barikhabar village under Sarbhog police station limits of Barpeta district on January 4. An unspecified quantity of arms and ammunition were also recovered from the encounter site.
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Two front ranking terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) were killed during an encounter at the Barikhabar village under Sarbhog police station limits of Barpeta district on January 4. An unspecified quantity of arms and ammunition were also recovered from the encounter site.
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January - 5 
Acting on a tip-off, a joint team of Tripura State Rifles (TSR) and State Police launched an operation in Shilpara, Kanchanpur subdivision of the district, and in the ensuing encounter, an NLFT terrorist was killed while another was injured. However, some more terrorists escaped into the adjoining f
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Acting on a tip-off, a joint team of Tripura State Rifles (TSR) and State Police launched an operation in Shilpara, Kanchanpur subdivision of the district, and in the ensuing encounter, an NLFT terrorist was killed while another was injured. However, some more terrorists escaped into the adjoining forests.
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January - 5 
During another encounter in Daram village, Gool area of the Udhampur district, while a group of three terrorists managed to escape, a woman trapped in the exchange of firing was killed.
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During another encounter in Daram village, Gool area of the Udhampur district, while a group of three terrorists managed to escape, a woman trapped in the exchange of firing was killed.
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January - 5 
Three terrorists, including a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘commander’ and a woman, were killed in two separate encounters in Mahore and Gool areas, Udhampur district, on January 5. Official sources said an encounter ensued in Devla village, Mahore area, when the terrorists laid an ambush and fired upon a
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Three terrorists, including a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘commander’ and a woman, were killed in two separate encounters in Mahore and Gool areas, Udhampur district, on January 5. Official sources said an encounter ensued in Devla village, Mahore area, when the terrorists laid an ambush and fired upon a security forces (SFs) patrol party. While three JeM terrorists, including Kamran Khan alias Khijjar, a ‘commander’, were killed, two others managed to escape into the forests. Recoveries made from the encounter site included three AK rifles, 12 AK magazines, 155 rounds of ammunition and six hand grenades.
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January - 5 January - 6
In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG blasted the farmhouse of former Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) Janke Venkat Reddy, in Veerabhadrapuram of Erragondapalem mandal (administrative unit), Prakasam district, on January 6. Earlier, on January 5, Naxalites hurled two grenades at the Erra
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In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG blasted the farmhouse of former Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) Janke Venkat Reddy, in Veerabhadrapuram of Erragondapalem mandal (administrative unit), Prakasam district, on January 6. Earlier, on January 5, Naxalites hurled two grenades at the Erragondapalem police station, following which police opened fire in retaliation. However, there was no report of any casualty or injury.
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January - 5 January - 6
Three left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in the second encounter in a span of 24 hours in the deep forests near Remidicherla village, Guntur district, on January 6. Police sources said the bodies of the three Naxalites were found in the hillocks on January 6,
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Three left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in the second encounter in a span of 24 hours in the deep forests near Remidicherla village, Guntur district, on January 6. Police sources said the bodies of the three Naxalites were found in the hillocks on January 6, following an encounter on January 5 night. Earlier, on the same day, police killed three other Naxalites who had killed an equal number of police personnel in a landmine blast near Kothur, in the same district.
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January - 6 
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) quoted Indian Army officials earlier and claimed, on January 6, four NDFB terrorists had been killed in an encounter with Bhutanese SFs in the area contiguous to the Manas National Park, in Assam’s Barpeta district. The report also said SFs recovered nine rifle
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British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) quoted Indian Army officials earlier and claimed, on January 6, four NDFB terrorists had been killed in an encounter with Bhutanese SFs in the area contiguous to the Manas National Park, in Assam’s Barpeta district. The report also said SFs recovered nine rifles and a wireless set and added that SFs suffered no casualty.
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January - 7 
On January 7, Meghalaya Police had killed two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists in an encounter at Tapadaranchi, near Mendipathar, in East Garo hills district, Meghalaya. Quoting official sources, media reports added that the encounter took place when a group of armed terrorist
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On January 7, Meghalaya Police had killed two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists in an encounter at Tapadaranchi, near Mendipathar, in East Garo hills district, Meghalaya. Quoting official sources, media reports added that the encounter took place when a group of armed terrorists had been trying to sneak into Tapadarenchi. While one terrorist had been injured and arrested subsequently, the others managed to escape in the cover of darkness. Police recovered a Chinese-made hand grenade from the arrested terrorist.
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January - 7 
Police sources said, on January 7, at least two civilians were injured in the crossfire between police and left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) after the Naxalites attacked a police party near Itidih village in Ranchi district. There was no report of any casualty on ei
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Police sources said, on January 7, at least two civilians were injured in the crossfire between police and left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) after the Naxalites attacked a police party near Itidih village in Ranchi district. There was no report of any casualty on either side, but the group of approximately 15 MCC Naxalites managed to escape into the deep forests.
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January - 7 
Security forces (SFs) killed two foreign mercenaries in Lancha village, Gool area of Udhampur district, on January 7. Recoveries made from the incident-site included an AK-47 rifle, an AK-56 rifle, 208 AK rounds, seven AK magazines in damaged condition, three hand grenades and two detonators. Source
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Security forces (SFs) killed two foreign mercenaries in Lancha village, Gool area of Udhampur district, on January 7. Recoveries made from the incident-site included an AK-47 rifle, an AK-56 rifle, 208 AK rounds, seven AK magazines in damaged condition, three hand grenades and two detonators. Sources added that a civilian trapped in the exchange of fire was also killed.
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January - 8 
According to media reports, a police driver was killed and five security force personnel injured when suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) triggered a landmine blast near Kasmar village, Palamu district, on January 8. Reports said the Naxalites triggered the
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According to media reports, a police driver was killed and five security force personnel injured when suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) triggered a landmine blast near Kasmar village, Palamu district, on January 8. Reports said the Naxalites triggered the landmine as soon as the vehicle of a police party approached the village. The Naxalites who tried to snatch the weapons of injured security force personnel also fired at them. However, SFs retaliated till the Naxalites fled the scene. The borders of the district have been sealed and an intensive combing operation has been launched to track down the Naxalites.
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January - 8 
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel deployed along the Manipur- Myanmar border reportedly came under heavy fire from proscribed People's Liberation Front (PLF) terrorists on January 8 at an interior place in Chandel district, Manipur. Official sources claimed that the clashes occurred when BSF per
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel deployed along the Manipur- Myanmar border reportedly came under heavy fire from proscribed People's Liberation Front (PLF) terrorists on January 8 at an interior place in Chandel district, Manipur. Official sources claimed that the clashes occurred when BSF personnel went to Sajik Tampak area in Chandel following a tip-off. However, detail reports on casualties are awaited.
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January - 9 
According to official sources, security forces intercepted a group of foreign mercenaries when they were crossing a ridge at Aakhran near Tainka, approximately eight kms from Banihal, on January 9. In the ensuing encounter, five of them were killed. The encounter was continuing, when reports last ca
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According to official sources, security forces intercepted a group of foreign mercenaries when they were crossing a ridge at Aakhran near Tainka, approximately eight kms from Banihal, on January 9. In the ensuing encounter, five of them were killed. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in, as SFs anticipated the movement of some more terrorists in the area. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included five AK-56 rifles, seven magazines, 183 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, three hand grenades and some explosive material.
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January - 9 
Suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) exchanged heavy fire with security forces in Palamu district, on January 9. Official sources said no security force personnel was, however, either killed or injured in the encounter, which occurred when the Naxalites fired
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Suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) exchanged heavy fire with security forces in Palamu district, on January 9. Official sources said no security force personnel was, however, either killed or injured in the encounter, which occurred when the Naxalites fired on Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Jharkhand Armed Police (JAP) personnel. During the encounter, the Naxalites hurled 13 country-made bombs and 1300 rounds were fired at the forces who had gone to arrest the Naxalites behind the January 8-landmine blast in the same district. Security force personnel retaliated with light machine guns, sten guns and self loading rifles and forced the Naxalites to flee into deep forests towards Chatra district.
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January - 9 
Three National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security force personnel in the Manas Reserve Forest area, Assam's Barpeta district, on January 9. A 9mm revolver with a magazine, six live bullets, a few spent cartridges, a magazine of AK-56 with 14 live
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Three National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security force personnel in the Manas Reserve Forest area, Assam's Barpeta district, on January 9. A 9mm revolver with a magazine, six live bullets, a few spent cartridges, a magazine of AK-56 with 14 live rounds, two Chinese grenades and some incriminating documents were recovered from the incident-site.
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January - 10 
According to delayed media reports, a 10-year old girl child was killed, on January 10, in the cross-fire during an encounter between Security Forces (SFs) and suspected terrorists in Ningthoukhong bazar, Manipur. The father of the slain child was injured severely.
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According to delayed media reports, a 10-year old girl child was killed, on January 10, in the cross-fire during an encounter between Security Forces (SFs) and suspected terrorists in Ningthoukhong bazar, Manipur. The father of the slain child was injured severely.
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January - 10 
In another incident, a Naxalite was killed in an encounter near Rentachinthala village, Guntur district. Media reports said the slain Naxalite was the secretary of the Radical Students Union (RSU). In the same district, Naxalites of the PWG blasted the gram panchayat (local self government) office i
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In another incident, a Naxalite was killed in an encounter near Rentachinthala village, Guntur district. Media reports said the slain Naxalite was the secretary of the Radical Students Union (RSU). In the same district, Naxalites of the PWG blasted the gram panchayat (local self government) office in Dachepali mandal (administrative unit).
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January - 10 
In another incident, two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter in Surankote in Poonch district. Five AK rifles, nine magazines, 223 rounds of ammunition, six hand grenades, two RPGs, a radio set and Rs 1565 in Pakistani currency were recovered from the encounter-site.
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In another incident, two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter in Surankote in Poonch district. Five AK rifles, nine magazines, 223 rounds of ammunition, six hand grenades, two RPGs, a radio set and Rs 1565 in Pakistani currency were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 11 
A policeman was killed in an encounter with left-wing extremists––Naxalites––of the People’s War Group, (PWG) on January 11, near Lusam village, Koyyuru mandal (administrative unit), Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. Intermittent clashes between the police and Naxalites were reported in the ar
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A policeman was killed in an encounter with left-wing extremists––Naxalites––of the People’s War Group, (PWG) on January 11, near Lusam village, Koyyuru mandal (administrative unit), Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. Intermittent clashes between the police and Naxalites were reported in the are since January 10. The identity of the Naxalite squad that exchanged fire with police or casualties on the Naxal side is yet not known.
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January - 11 
According to official sources, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed and one more SF personnel was injured in an encounter at Khanetar, under Poonch police station-limits, on January 11. A joint team of Army and police personnel searching the area, on
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According to official sources, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed and one more SF personnel was injured in an encounter at Khanetar, under Poonch police station-limits, on January 11. A joint team of Army and police personnel searching the area, on specific information about terrorist presence, came under heavy firing. The three terrorists were killed in retaliatory firing by SFs. However, an Army personnel was also killed and one more was injured during the encounter, while the terrorists’ hideout was destroyed during the encounter. The search team recovered, among other things, two AK-47 rifles, five magazines, two wireless sets, a compass and five Rocket Propelled Gun (RPG) rockets from the hideout.
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January - 11 
In the same State, in Warangal district, the commander of the PWG’s Champaka Hills Local Guerilla Squad (LGS) was killed in an exchange of fire with police, on January 11, in Meedikonda area, Ghanapur mandal. Police laid an ambush on receipt of reliable information that a PWG action team was moving
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In the same State, in Warangal district, the commander of the PWG’s Champaka Hills Local Guerilla Squad (LGS) was killed in an exchange of fire with police, on January 11, in Meedikonda area, Ghanapur mandal. Police laid an ambush on receipt of reliable information that a PWG action team was moving in the area. Even as the Naxals were asked to reveal their identity, they opened fire, resulting in retaliatory firing by police that killed the Naxal commander.
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January - 11 
Two Pakistani Al Badr terrorists and one more unidentified terrorist were killed in another encounter that occurred at Kala Dafli village, Bafliaz area of Surankote tehsil (administrative unit), on the same day, in Poonch district. The group affiliation of the third terrorist could not be ascertaine
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Two Pakistani Al Badr terrorists and one more unidentified terrorist were killed in another encounter that occurred at Kala Dafli village, Bafliaz area of Surankote tehsil (administrative unit), on the same day, in Poonch district. The group affiliation of the third terrorist could not be ascertained immediately. Sources said the slain terrorists had laid an ambush on an SF team, and were killed in SF retaliatory firing. Two AK rifles, three magazines and a radio set were seized from the incident-site.
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January - 11 
Unnamed sources said a group of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists engaged troops of the 44th Battalion of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) in an encounter in Nayidgam in Shopian, Pulwama district, on the same day. A local HM terrorist identified as Mohammad Abbas Tantray was killed in the encounter.
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Unnamed sources said a group of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists engaged troops of the 44th Battalion of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) in an encounter in Nayidgam in Shopian, Pulwama district, on the same day. A local HM terrorist identified as Mohammad Abbas Tantray was killed in the encounter.
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January - 12 
Media reports said, Gujarat Police, on January 12, shot dead suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist Sadiq Jamal Mehtar in an encounter near a temple in Naroda, Ahmedabad. The terrorist was wanted in connection with a conspiracy case to assassinate Chief Minister Narendra Modi and Vishwa Hindu Par
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Media reports said, Gujarat Police, on January 12, shot dead suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist Sadiq Jamal Mehtar in an encounter near a temple in Naroda, Ahmedabad. The terrorist was wanted in connection with a conspiracy case to assassinate Chief Minister Narendra Modi and Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Pravin Togadia. Acting on a tip-off, police raided his hideout on January 12-night and killed him in an exchange of fire, police sources said.
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January - 13 
In another incident, two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including ‘divisional commander’ Abu Hamza, were killed in an encounter in Bungam Qadarana village, Marwah area of Doda district. The other terrorist killed in the operation was identified as Mohammed Asadullah, a fidayee n (suicide cadre),
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In another incident, two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including ‘divisional commander’ Abu Hamza, were killed in an encounter in Bungam Qadarana village, Marwah area of Doda district. The other terrorist killed in the operation was identified as Mohammed Asadullah, a fidayee n (suicide cadre), hailing from Islamabad, Pakistan. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from them.
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January - 13 
In Bandipore area, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel raided a terrorist hideout in Arin village. According to a tip-off, some Pakistani and Kashmiri cadres of the LeT were present at the residence of a civilian. However, during the subsequent encounter, three terrorists managed to escape, while
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In Bandipore area, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel raided a terrorist hideout in Arin village. According to a tip-off, some Pakistani and Kashmiri cadres of the LeT were present at the residence of a civilian. However, during the subsequent encounter, three terrorists managed to escape, while a fourth was arrested. Official sources said a civilian was killed during the exchange of gunfire.
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January - 13 
In Ganderbal area, security forces killed a Pakistani terrorist of the HM in an encounter in Yangoora village. At least one more terrorist is believed to have escaped from the cordoned area.
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In Ganderbal area, security forces killed a Pakistani terrorist of the HM in an encounter in Yangoora village. At least one more terrorist is believed to have escaped from the cordoned area.
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January - 13 
Official sources said two terrorists and a SF personnel were killed in Hill Tak area, Rajouri district, on January 13, in an operation launched to apprehend Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) local terrorist Tahir Billa. He had reportedly assaulted a number of female students in Darhal area and torched their u
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Official sources said two terrorists and a SF personnel were killed in Hill Tak area, Rajouri district, on January 13, in an operation launched to apprehend Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) local terrorist Tahir Billa. He had reportedly assaulted a number of female students in Darhal area and torched their uniforms and books while issuing threats to them to stop education and wear burqas (veil). SFs, on specific information that Billa and his associates had taken shelter at a residence in Hill Tak, commenced a search operation. Even as they were surrounding the house, they were fired upon by the terrorists. In the ensuing encounter, two terrorists and a SF personnel were killed. Two AK rifles with some ammunition and explosives were also recovered from the encounter-site. The operation was continuing, when reports last came in. Meanwhile, official sources confirmed the presence of Tahir Billa in the encounter.
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January - 14 
Another foreign mercenary was killed in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. The slain terrorist was identified as Sajjad Afghani, a ‘commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM). From his possession, the SFs recovered an AK-56 rifle, three magazines, 60 ammunition rounds and a radio set. Separately,
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Another foreign mercenary was killed in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. The slain terrorist was identified as Sajjad Afghani, a ‘commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM). From his possession, the SFs recovered an AK-56 rifle, three magazines, 60 ammunition rounds and a radio set. Separately, a Pakistani terrorist was killed in an encounter in Lolab area, Kupwara district.
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January - 14 
In another incident, a woman was injured in an exchange of fire between terrorists and SFs in Jawalapura Bounjwa, Kishtwar area of Doda district. The terrorists escaped after the firing.
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In another incident, a woman was injured in an exchange of fire between terrorists and SFs in Jawalapura Bounjwa, Kishtwar area of Doda district. The terrorists escaped after the firing.
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January - 14 
On January 14, a United Liberation Force of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter with security force personnel in Patkijuli village, under Khairani police post-limits, Assam. Quoting Army sources, media reports added that, on getting specific information that three or four ULFA terrorist
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On January 14, a United Liberation Force of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter with security force personnel in Patkijuli village, under Khairani police post-limits, Assam. Quoting Army sources, media reports added that, on getting specific information that three or four ULFA terrorists were moving along the India–Bhutan border to collect ration, medicine and winter clothing for colleagues in camps in Bhutan, the Army laid an ambush. In the ensuing encounter, an ULFA cadre was killed, while the others managed to escape. An AK 56 rifle, a magazine and 28 live rounds of ammunitions were recovered from the site of the encounter.
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January - 14 
Security forces (SFs) killed a suspected foreign mercenary in an encounter with a group of four terrorists in Mahore area, in the same district. An AK rifle, three magazines, 44 AK rounds, two radio sets and a hand grenade were recovered from the encounter-site.
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Security forces (SFs) killed a suspected foreign mercenary in an encounter with a group of four terrorists in Mahore area, in the same district. An AK rifle, three magazines, 44 AK rounds, two radio sets and a hand grenade were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 15 
SFs killed a suspected foreign mercenaryin Chatyari village of Rajouri district. An AK rifle with an unspecified quantity of ammunition was recovered from him. Another terrorist was killed in an encounter in Bernali village, Mahore area of Udhampur district. An AK-47 rifle, three AK magazines, 70 ro
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SFs killed a suspected foreign mercenaryin Chatyari village of Rajouri district. An AK rifle with an unspecified quantity of ammunition was recovered from him. Another terrorist was killed in an encounter in Bernali village, Mahore area of Udhampur district. An AK-47 rifle, three AK magazines, 70 rounds of ammunition, a radio set, a hand grenade, a binocular and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 15 
Two civilians were killed in an exchange of fire between a group of terrorists and security force (SF) personnel in Bhala Gharat village, Surankote. Even as SF personnel tried to save the civilians, the terrorists, numbering between five to six, managed to escape. Separately, another civilian, a res
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Two civilians were killed in an exchange of fire between a group of terrorists and security force (SF) personnel in Bhala Gharat village, Surankote. Even as SF personnel tried to save the civilians, the terrorists, numbering between five to six, managed to escape. Separately, another civilian, a resident of Mahore area, Udhampur district, who was abducted by terrorists on January 13 along with another civilian, was found dead in a forest area, on January 15.
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January - 16 
Official sources in north Kashmir said, on specific information, the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police raided a terrorist hideout at Potshai in Lolab valley of Kupwara district, on January 16. In the ensuing encounter, a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed and five SO
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Official sources in north Kashmir said, on specific information, the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police raided a terrorist hideout at Potshai in Lolab valley of Kupwara district, on January 16. In the ensuing encounter, a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed and five SOG personnel, including unit leader and prominent counter-insurgent in the district Javed Kawa, sustained injuries. Other members of the terrorist group, however, managed to escape.
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January - 16 
Reports from north Kashmir indicated, meanwhile, that security forces (SFs) conducted a search operation in Dangiwacha forest area of Rafiabad belt, Baramulla district. Unconfirmed reports said two terrorists were killed during this operation. The encounter was continuing when reports last came in.
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Reports from north Kashmir indicated, meanwhile, that security forces (SFs) conducted a search operation in Dangiwacha forest area of Rafiabad belt, Baramulla district. Unconfirmed reports said two terrorists were killed during this operation. The encounter was continuing when reports last came in.
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January - 17 
A terrorist was killed during an encounter in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. Five more terrorists were reportedly trapped in the operation, which was continuing, when reports last came in.
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A terrorist was killed during an encounter in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. Five more terrorists were reportedly trapped in the operation, which was continuing, when reports last came in.
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January - 17 
The Special Operations Group of Jammu & Kashmir Police launched a cordon-and-search operation at Chak Sari village in Pattan area of Baramulla district. According to a tip-off, a group of heavily armed terrorists affiliated to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was present in the village. Unconfirmed repor
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The Special Operations Group of Jammu & Kashmir Police launched a cordon-and-search operation at Chak Sari village in Pattan area of Baramulla district. According to a tip-off, a group of heavily armed terrorists affiliated to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was present in the village. Unconfirmed reports said at least two terrorists were killed in the subsequent encounter, which was continuing, when reports last came in. Separately, officials confirmed the death of two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists in the encounter that had begun in the Rafiabad belt of Baramulla district, on January 16.
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January - 18 
Three persons, including an Army Major and a terrorist, were killed during an in the Chroni village in the Kishtwar area of Doda district on January 18. Official sources said security forces (SFs) launched a search operation in Chroni after securing specific information regarding the presence of a l
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Three persons, including an Army Major and a terrorist, were killed during an in the Chroni village in the Kishtwar area of Doda district on January 18. Official sources said security forces (SFs) launched a search operation in Chroni after securing specific information regarding the presence of a large group of terrorists at a hideout, located on a mountain. They said the approaching SFs were subjected to heavy firing and grenade attacks by the terrorists. In the ensuing encounter, two SF personnel, including an Army Major, and a terrorist were killed. However, the other terrorists managed to escape towards a surrounding forest area and were being pursued by the SF personnel. Recoveries made from the incident site included two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 100 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, four hand grenade, 2000 kg ration and 40 blankets. Sources added that there were five to six terrorists present in the hideout.
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January - 19 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists attacked a Special Police Officers (SPO) post, in Vernal village, Banihal area of Doda district. Even as the SPOs retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape. While fleeing, they reportedly set ablaze the residence of a Village Defence Committee (VDC) me
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists attacked a Special Police Officers (SPO) post, in Vernal village, Banihal area of Doda district. Even as the SPOs retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape. While fleeing, they reportedly set ablaze the residence of a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member.
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January - 19 
Official sources said an SF patrol party, covering a forward area in Bhimber Gali sector on the Line of Control (LoC), in Rajouri district, observed movement of a group of infiltrators. In the encounter that followed, while three infiltrators were killed the others managed to escape into Pakistan oc
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Official sources said an SF patrol party, covering a forward area in Bhimber Gali sector on the Line of Control (LoC), in Rajouri district, observed movement of a group of infiltrators. In the encounter that followed, while three infiltrators were killed the others managed to escape into Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). An unspecified quantity of arms and ammunition were recovered from the encounter-site. Sources added that the recovery indicated that infiltrators had planned to disrupt Republic Day celebrations on January 26 in Rajouri district. The terrorists are believed to be Pakistani cadres affiliated to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group.
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January - 19 
Three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed in an encounter at their hideout in Mahore area of Udhampur district. Two AK rifles and a radio set were recovered from them.
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Three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed in an encounter at their hideout in Mahore area of Udhampur district. Two AK rifles and a radio set were recovered from them.
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January - 20 
Besides, unidentified terrorists fired two rockets at Kandi Koteranka police station, Rajouri district, killing a civilian and injuring four of his family members. After the rocket attacks, the terrorists also opened fire at the police station. However, after a brief exchange of firing, the terroris
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Besides, unidentified terrorists fired two rockets at Kandi Koteranka police station, Rajouri district, killing a civilian and injuring four of his family members. After the rocket attacks, the terrorists also opened fire at the police station. However, after a brief exchange of firing, the terrorists escaped. No damage occurred to the police station.
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January - 20 
Three left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in an encounter in the dense forest near Manala village, under Kammarpalli police station-limits, Nizamabad district, on January 20. The slain Naxalites included Nizamabad Division Committee member Mekala Mallesh alias
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Three left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in an encounter in the dense forest near Manala village, under Kammarpalli police station-limits, Nizamabad district, on January 20. The slain Naxalites included Nizamabad Division Committee member Mekala Mallesh alias Bhaskar, Kathlapur Local Guerrilla Squad (LGS) ‘deputy commander’ Golla Ravi alias Santosh and woman cadre Vadla Sujata alias Navatha. Three other Naxalites managed to escape into the forests. Police recovered four weapons, including an SLR, two 303 rifle and a 410 musket and 15 live rounds from the encounter site.
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January - 20 
Two terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Al Badr group, were killed in an encounter at their hideout in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district, on January 20. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in. Three more terrorists are still locked in a gun-battle with sec
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Two terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Al Badr group, were killed in an encounter at their hideout in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district, on January 20. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in. Three more terrorists are still locked in a gun-battle with security forces (SFs). Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the incident-site.
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January - 21 
A suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was reportedly killed in an encounter in Rangchali, under Khowang police station-limits, in Assam's Dibrugarh district, on January 21-morning. The terrorist and his associate allegedly came to collect extortion amount from a local business
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A suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was reportedly killed in an encounter in Rangchali, under Khowang police station-limits, in Assam's Dibrugarh district, on January 21-morning. The terrorist and his associate allegedly came to collect extortion amount from a local businessman. The terrorist’s associate, however, managed to escape.
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January - 21 
On January 21, Border Security Forces (BSF) personnel rescued eight of the nine abducted persons––including some senior officials of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) while they were being taken to Moreh, in Manipur, bordering Myanmar. According to media reports, after receiving information on the
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On January 21, Border Security Forces (BSF) personnel rescued eight of the nine abducted persons––including some senior officials of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) while they were being taken to Moreh, in Manipur, bordering Myanmar. According to media reports, after receiving information on the abductions, BSF personnel stationed at Khongkhang swung into action and after a brief gun battle rescued the officials. However, unidentified gunmen fled the spot with a hostage––an FCI Deputy Director of Dimapur, Nagaland. Meanwhile, the BSF and other security agencies have launched a massive manhunt to rescue the deputy director.
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January - 21 
Security force (SF) personnel killed two hardcore terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, including an ‘area commander’, during an encounter in Ranot village, Gundana area of Doda district. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 17 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, three hand grenades and so
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Security force (SF) personnel killed two hardcore terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, including an ‘area commander’, during an encounter in Ranot village, Gundana area of Doda district. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 17 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, three hand grenades and some explosive material was recovered from the possession of the slain terrorists. However, official sources said at least two terrorists of the group managed to escape during the encounter.
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January - 21 
Security forces killed two unidentified terrorists in an encounter in Aragam, Bandipore area of north Kashmir. The operation, official sources said, had been launched on specific information provided by the villagers.
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Security forces killed two unidentified terrorists in an encounter in Aragam, Bandipore area of north Kashmir. The operation, official sources said, had been launched on specific information provided by the villagers.
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January - 22 
Delayed reports said a 'lance corporal' of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) was arrested following an encounter with Assam Rifles, on January 20, in Laju in Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh. He was later handed over to police personnel in Laju, on January 22. An M-21 r
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Delayed reports said a 'lance corporal' of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) was arrested following an encounter with Assam Rifles, on January 20, in Laju in Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh. He was later handed over to police personnel in Laju, on January 22. An M-21 rifle, a magazine and 45 rounds of M-21 ammunition were recovered from him.
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January - 22 
In a separate encounter, another terrorist affiliated to the Harkat-e-Jehad-e-Islami (HuJI) was killed in Hingipora, Dooru-Kapran locality of Anantnag district.
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In a separate encounter, another terrorist affiliated to the Harkat-e-Jehad-e-Islami (HuJI) was killed in Hingipora, Dooru-Kapran locality of Anantnag district.
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January - 22 
In another incident, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘platoon commander’ Habibullah alias Saifullah was killed in an encounter in Kudara, about 20km from Bandipore.
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In another incident, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘platoon commander’ Habibullah alias Saifullah was killed in an encounter in Kudara, about 20km from Bandipore.
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January - 22 
Separate reports confirmed that an attack did occur on the 6 Jat Regiment's camp in the tea estate. However, SFs retaliated and forced the terrorists to flee. No casualty or injury was reported in the attack.
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Separate reports confirmed that an attack did occur on the 6 Jat Regiment's camp in the tea estate. However, SFs retaliated and forced the terrorists to flee. No casualty or injury was reported in the attack.
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January - 23 
A group of five unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of a Congress (I) leader in Batoli Kahara, Gandoh area of Doda district, and injured four members of his family. Official sources said retaliatory firing by the leader’s Personal Security Officer forced the terrorists to escape.
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A group of five unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of a Congress (I) leader in Batoli Kahara, Gandoh area of Doda district, and injured four members of his family. Official sources said retaliatory firing by the leader’s Personal Security Officer forced the terrorists to escape.
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January - 23 
SFs, on securing specific information, raided a terrorist hideout in Kani Bahak, Lolab valley of Kupwara district. In the ensuing encounter, a Pakistani terrorist was killed while others of the group escaped. An AK-56 rifle and a damaged wireless set were recovered from the encounter-site.
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SFs, on securing specific information, raided a terrorist hideout in Kani Bahak, Lolab valley of Kupwara district. In the ensuing encounter, a Pakistani terrorist was killed while others of the group escaped. An AK-56 rifle and a damaged wireless set were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 24 
On January 24, unidentified armed terrorists laid an ambush on the convoy of two Ministers— Agriculture Minister K Ranjit and Minister of State for Social Welfare SK Korunthang––in Tingkhanphai area, Chandel district of Manipur. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG-range II) Jathang was also trav
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On January 24, unidentified armed terrorists laid an ambush on the convoy of two Ministers— Agriculture Minister K Ranjit and Minister of State for Social Welfare SK Korunthang––in Tingkhanphai area, Chandel district of Manipur. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG-range II) Jathang was also travelling in the convoy. According to official sources, some heavily -armed terrorists sprayed several rounds of bullets on the vehicles of the Ministers, following which the police team accompanying the convoy returned fire. The encounter reportedly lasted for more than two hours, and there were no reports of casualties from either side. The identity of the terrorists is yet not known.
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January - 24 
Security forces (SFs), on January 24, killed two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in an encounter in Mendhar area, Poonch district. According to media reports, a cordon and search operation was launched by SFs in the Kasblari forests near the Line of Control (LoC), in Mendhar sector
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Security forces (SFs), on January 24, killed two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in an encounter in Mendhar area, Poonch district. According to media reports, a cordon and search operation was launched by SFs in the Kasblari forests near the Line of Control (LoC), in Mendhar sector. In the ensuing encounter, while two terrorists were killed, two others of the group escaped. Two AK-56 rifles, six magazines, a wireless set, 30 AK rounds and some xplosive material were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 26 
Official sources in north Kashmir said, based on specific information, SFs raided a terrorist hideout in Wagoora village of Kreeri belt, Baramulla district. A tip-off said a group of heavily armed Pakistani terrorists was present in the village. In the subsequent encounter, three Pakistani cadres of
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Official sources in north Kashmir said, based on specific information, SFs raided a terrorist hideout in Wagoora village of Kreeri belt, Baramulla district. A tip-off said a group of heavily armed Pakistani terrorists was present in the village. In the subsequent encounter, three Pakistani cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and an SF personnel were killed.
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January - 27 
In a separate incident, heavy exchange of gunfire took place between Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and unidentified terrorists in Saikot area in Churachandpur district, Manipur. Official sources confirmed the clashes and said they suffered no casualties.
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In a separate incident, heavy exchange of gunfire took place between Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and unidentified terrorists in Saikot area in Churachandpur district, Manipur. Official sources confirmed the clashes and said they suffered no casualties.
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January - 28 
An encounter occurred between a group of unidentified terrorists and security forces in Dachchan village, Doda district. Although the exchange of firing continued for about an hour and a half the terrorists managed to escape. There was no report of casualties on either side.
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An encounter occurred between a group of unidentified terrorists and security forces in Dachchan village, Doda district. Although the exchange of firing continued for about an hour and a half the terrorists managed to escape. There was no report of casualties on either side.
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January - 28 
On January 28, a security force patrol party reportedly escaped unhurt in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast set-off by unidentified terrorists near Yairipok Pechi, in Thoubal district, Manipur. Citing official sources, media reports added that the IED exploded just before the commando team
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On January 28, a security force patrol party reportedly escaped unhurt in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast set-off by unidentified terrorists near Yairipok Pechi, in Thoubal district, Manipur. Citing official sources, media reports added that the IED exploded just before the commando team reached the spot. The terrorists also fired indiscriminately at them. However, after a brief encounter, the terrorists fled the area. There were no reports of causalities so far.
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January - 29 
According to media reports, on January 29, three Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorists were arrested from Wahryndi, near Shallang out post in West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya. They were later identified as Elius Marak of Wahryndi, Bistu Basumatari and William Puwein of Shahlang.
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According to media reports, on January 29, three Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorists were arrested from Wahryndi, near Shallang out post in West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya. They were later identified as Elius Marak of Wahryndi, Bistu Basumatari and William Puwein of Shahlang. Quoting a police source, the reports said that a brief encounter occurred at Wahryndi before one of the terrorists was arrested. Some incriminating documents were also recovered from his possession. Two more terrorists were arrested at Shallang, on the basis of information provided by him. Subsequently, the arrested terrorists reportedly confessed about the ANVC's activities in Borsora, Shahlang and some other areas of West Khasi Hills, which are under the coal belt.
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January - 29 
In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed in a clash between two terrorist groups at Nowgam, in Kokernag, said official sources.
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In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed in a clash between two terrorist groups at Nowgam, in Kokernag, said official sources.
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February - 11 
Reports said two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Morijhar inside Manas National Park in Assam's Barpeta district, on February 11. The reports further said that the incident occurred following an indiscriminate and unprovoked firing on a security
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Reports said two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Morijhar inside Manas National Park in Assam's Barpeta district, on February 11. The reports further said that the incident occurred following an indiscriminate and unprovoked firing on a security force search team patrolling the area. The terrorists were killed in the retaliatory firing, the report added. A 9mm pistol, a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR) and three grenades also recovered from the incident-site.
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February - 15 
Two terrorists of the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) were killed in an encounter at Kherabari under the Gossaigaon police station limits, Kokrajhar district on February 15. A 9 mm pistol and 27 live ammunitions have been recovered from the encounter site.
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Two terrorists of the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) were killed in an encounter at Kherabari under the Gossaigaon police station limits, Kokrajhar district on February 15. A 9 mm pistol and 27 live ammunitions have been recovered from the encounter site.
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February - 16 
According to a media report, a group of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists engaged the security forces in an armed clash in Dolongjhora forest area, Gauripur police station-limits, in Assam's Dhubri district, on February 16. But, there were no casualties on either side.
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According to a media report, a group of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists engaged the security forces in an armed clash in Dolongjhora forest area, Gauripur police station-limits, in Assam's Dhubri district, on February 16. But, there were no casualties on either side.
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February - 16 
An encounter reportedly occurred between a group of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists and police on February 16-night in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. Reportedly, the terrorists opened fire at Pakiyagram, under Kumargram police station-limits, on a police search party that had go
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An encounter reportedly occurred between a group of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists and police on February 16-night in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. Reportedly, the terrorists opened fire at Pakiyagram, under Kumargram police station-limits, on a police search party that had gone to raid the alleged ULFA hideout. The terrorists, however, managed to escape even as security forces (SFs) returned fire. There were no casualties on either side. Also, SFs seized some incriminating documents from the incident site.
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February - 18 
A former district committee member of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML] (Janasakthi) was killed in an encounter at Nukalamarri village, Vemulawada mandal (administrative unit), Karimnagar district on February 18. According to police sources, the encounter took place when a poli
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A former district committee member of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML] (Janasakthi) was killed in an encounter at Nukalamarri village, Vemulawada mandal (administrative unit), Karimnagar district on February 18. According to police sources, the encounter took place when a police team checking vehicles on Namiligundupally road asked two persons going on a motorbike to stop. But, the duo opened fire at the police. The police retaliated in which the surrendered Naxalite was killed. Police sources said the slain Naxalite, who had laid down arms and surrendered in earlier in the year 2002, had revived his contact with the Janasakthi group. A revolver was also recovered from the encounter-site.
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February - 18 
Three United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces (SFs) in Assam's Darrang district, on February-18 night. According to a media report, the encounter occurred at Borrangajuli village when troops of the Army’s Red Horns division intercepted a gro
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Three United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces (SFs) in Assam's Darrang district, on February-18 night. According to a media report, the encounter occurred at Borrangajuli village when troops of the Army’s Red Horns division intercepted a group of four ULFA terrorists carrying rations to their Bhutan camps and asked them to surrender. However, the terrorists allegedly opened fire on the SFs, and they were killed in SFs’ retaliatory firing. One of their associates reportedly escaped. A pistol, a single-barrel gun and some live rounds of ammunition, among other things, were recovered from the incident-site.
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February - 20 
Delayed media reports said that Army personnel operating in Jiribam subdivision, Manipur unearthed a terrorist hideout on February 20 that was allegedly being jointly used by People’s liberation Army (PLA) and the Kuki National Front (KNF) terrorists in the Sonapur area of Imphal East district. The
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Delayed media reports said that Army personnel operating in Jiribam subdivision, Manipur unearthed a terrorist hideout on February 20 that was allegedly being jointly used by People’s liberation Army (PLA) and the Kuki National Front (KNF) terrorists in the Sonapur area of Imphal East district. The reports also said that the camp was destroyed after a prolonged gunbattle and the security force personnel later also recovered a Universal Machine Gun, a large quantity of ammunition and some incriminating documents from the incident-site.
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February - 21 
Four unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Langate, Handwara area in Kupwara district, on February 21-night. According to an official spokesman, acting on a tip off, security forces (SFs) cordoned off the target house and started a search operation. The terrorists, however, opened i
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Four unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Langate, Handwara area in Kupwara district, on February 21-night. According to an official spokesman, acting on a tip off, security forces (SFs) cordoned off the target house and started a search operation. The terrorists, however, opened indiscriminate fire. SFs retaliated by firing back, following which four terrorists, believed to be foreign mercenaries, were killed. Four AK rifles, some other arms and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the incident-site.
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February - 23 
Seven Pakistani terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter on the Line of Control (LoC) in Mendhar sector, Poonch district on February 23. According to official sources, security forces (SFs) intercepted a group of nine LeT terrorists while clandestinely entering the Indian
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Seven Pakistani terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter on the Line of Control (LoC) in Mendhar sector, Poonch district on February 23. According to official sources, security forces (SFs) intercepted a group of nine LeT terrorists while clandestinely entering the Indian territory in the Hari Gala area, near Ghani village, and asked them to surrender. However, the terrorists opened unprovoked indiscriminate firing on the SFs. Seven terrorists were killed in the ensuing prolonged encounter. There were no casualties on the SFs side. Two more terrorists were hiding in a nearby forest area near Ghani village and a search was on for them when reports last came in. Bodies of all the seven terrorists killed in the encounter were recovered from incident-site, nevertheless, their identity could not be established immediately. Seven AK-56 rifles, 13 magazines, 147 rounds of ammunition, two wireless sets, a bag full of hand grenades and some other explosive material were recovered from the encounter site.
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February - 26 
According to media reports, a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) self-styled assistant corporal was killed and two more cadres arrested by security force (SF) personnel in Agriculture Colony, Kohima, on February 26, in a search operation hours before polls were to commence
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According to media reports, a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) self-styled assistant corporal was killed and two more cadres arrested by security force (SF) personnel in Agriculture Colony, Kohima, on February 26, in a search operation hours before polls were to commence for the State Legislature. Reports said the incident occurred when SFs retaliated after they were fired upon. An AK-47 rifle, a 9mm pistol and two country-made revolvers were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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February - 27 
A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) ‘sergeant’ identified as Kamlesh Basumatary was killed in an encounter at Jharbari village, under Serfanguri police station-limits, Kokrajhar district on February 27. Reports said security force (SF) personnel intercepted the slain terrorist and his col
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A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) ‘sergeant’ identified as Kamlesh Basumatary was killed in an encounter at Jharbari village, under Serfanguri police station-limits, Kokrajhar district on February 27. Reports said security force (SF) personnel intercepted the slain terrorist and his colleagues when the group had gone to collect ration and medicines for their camps located in Bhutan. In a bid to flee they lobbed hand grenades on SFs and opened fire. SFs killed a terrorist in retaliatory fire, while his associates escaped.
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February - 28 
A joint team of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police and Army personnel on February 28 killed Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) ‘district commander’ Parvez Ahmed in an encounter at Batola village, Gandoh police station-limits, Doda district. Reports said the terrorist had taken shelter in a house in the village.
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A joint team of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police and Army personnel on February 28 killed Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) ‘district commander’ Parvez Ahmed in an encounter at Batola village, Gandoh police station-limits, Doda district. Reports said the terrorist had taken shelter in a house in the village. On a tip off, the search team surrounded the target house and asked him to surrender. However, the terrorist opened fire in a bid to flee. A prolonged encounter ensued following which the terrorist was killed. An associate of the slain terrorist was also reportedly present in the target house at the time of the incident, but had escaped. The slain terrorist was active in the district reportedly for the past eight years.
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March - 1 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) laid an ambush on a group of police personnel in Mirtur-Bijapur forests, Jagdalpur district, on March 1. Police returned fire, forcing the Naxalites to escape into the dense forest. There was no casualty on either side.
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) laid an ambush on a group of police personnel in Mirtur-Bijapur forests, Jagdalpur district, on March 1. Police returned fire, forcing the Naxalites to escape into the dense forest. There was no casualty on either side.
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March - 2 
Media reports said the terrorist killed in an encounter in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya, on March 2, was identified as a self-styled captain of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). In that incident, the terrorist was killed and a woman cadre arrested in Nengjal, near Tura in West Garo Hil
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Media reports said the terrorist killed in an encounter in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya, on March 2, was identified as a self-styled captain of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). In that incident, the terrorist was killed and a woman cadre arrested in Nengjal, near Tura in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya.
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March - 2 
On March 2, a terrorist was killed and a woman cadre arrested following an encounter with police at Nengjal, near Tura, in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya. According to media reports, though both the terrorists are yet to identified, it is suspected that they belong to either the United Liberation Front
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On March 2, a terrorist was killed and a woman cadre arrested following an encounter with police at Nengjal, near Tura, in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya. According to media reports, though both the terrorists are yet to identified, it is suspected that they belong to either the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) or the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). Police recovered some arms and ammunition from the encounter-site and further investigations are on.
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March - 3 
A Naxalite of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML] (Janashakti) was killed in an encounter with [police, on March 3, on the Haridasnagar village, Yellareddypet mandal (administrative unit), Karimnagar district. Police also recovered a kit bag, a country-made gun, two bombs and som
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A Naxalite of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML] (Janashakti) was killed in an encounter with [police, on March 3, on the Haridasnagar village, Yellareddypet mandal (administrative unit), Karimnagar district. Police also recovered a kit bag, a country-made gun, two bombs and some ammunition from the encounter-site. The encounter occurred when a group of Naxalites opened fire on a police party conducting combing operations.
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March - 4 
A joint search team of 10 Rashtriya Rifles and Special Task Force (STF) personnel killed four hardcore terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), including ‘district commander’ Javed Mukhtiyar alias Sajid, in an encounter at Lari village, Doda district, on March 4-morning. Media reports quoting offi
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A joint search team of 10 Rashtriya Rifles and Special Task Force (STF) personnel killed four hardcore terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), including ‘district commander’ Javed Mukhtiyar alias Sajid, in an encounter at Lari village, Doda district, on March 4-morning. Media reports quoting official sources said, acting on a tip off, the search team intercepted the terrorists, on March 3-night, who, however, clashed with the security forces (SFs) and opened indiscriminate fire. The terrorists hid themselves inside a nearby thick jungle, even as SFs returned fire. However, the search was resumed on March 4-morning and the terrorists were killed in the following encounter. Two AK rifles, a Self Loading Rifle (SLR), two radio sets, two binoculars and a huge quantity of ammunition, among other things, were recovered from the incident-site. A terrorist hideout was also destroyed during the encounter, the reports added.
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March - 4 
A joint team of police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel clashed with a group of ULFA terrorists at Baruathan in Dhemaji district, again, on the same day. Reports said a group of six terrorists had taken shelter in a house and escaped under the cover of fire even as security forces r
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A joint team of police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel clashed with a group of ULFA terrorists at Baruathan in Dhemaji district, again, on the same day. Reports said a group of six terrorists had taken shelter in a house and escaped under the cover of fire even as security forces retaliated and returned fire. No one was injured in the incident. Later, police arrested the occupants of the house where the terrorist had taken shelter.
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March - 5 
A joint team of Army and Jammu and Kashmir police killed two Pakistani terrorists affiliated to the Jammu Kashmir National Liberation Army (JKNLA) in an encounter near the Line of Control (LoC) at Naka Majari in Mendhar sector, Poonch district on March 5. Two police personnel were also injured in th
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A joint team of Army and Jammu and Kashmir police killed two Pakistani terrorists affiliated to the Jammu Kashmir National Liberation Army (JKNLA) in an encounter near the Line of Control (LoC) at Naka Majari in Mendhar sector, Poonch district on March 5. Two police personnel were also injured in the encounter. Security forces recovered two AK rifles and some ammunition from the possession of the slain terrorists.
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March - 5 
Also on the same day, acting on a tip off, troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR), 29th Battalion cordoned off a target house at Kawchak village, Kreeri-Tangmarg belt, Baramulla district, where a group of unidentified terrorist were hiding and asked them to surrender. The terrorists, however, opened fi
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Also on the same day, acting on a tip off, troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR), 29th Battalion cordoned off a target house at Kawchak village, Kreeri-Tangmarg belt, Baramulla district, where a group of unidentified terrorist were hiding and asked them to surrender. The terrorists, however, opened fire on the security forces in a bid to escape. The target house was destroyed and three terrorists of the group were killed in the ensuing encounter. While an officer of the RR was injured during the encounter, stray bullets also injured two civilians.
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March - 5 
In another incident, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, on the same day, killed a Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) terrorist in an encounter at Badoon Dhangri village in Rajouri district. Two of his associates escaped under the cover of heavy firing. An AK rifle, two magazines and six rounds of ammuni
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In another incident, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, on the same day, killed a Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) terrorist in an encounter at Badoon Dhangri village in Rajouri district. Two of his associates escaped under the cover of heavy firing. An AK rifle, two magazines and six rounds of ammunition were recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 6 
Troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) killed two unidentified terrorists at Saleh Rakh Chandi, in Aeshmuqam area of Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, on March 6. Reports said, acting on a tip-off, security forces (SFs) reportedly cordoned off a target house where the terrorists had taken shelter.
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Troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) killed two unidentified terrorists at Saleh Rakh Chandi, in Aeshmuqam area of Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, on March 6. Reports said, acting on a tip-off, security forces (SFs) reportedly cordoned off a target house where the terrorists had taken shelter. An encounter ensued when terrorists opened fire on SFs. The target house was destroyed in the retaliatory firing and dead bodies of the terrorists recovered later from the debris.
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March - 7 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Nagbal village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district on March 7-night. Also, a woman who was injured in a terrorist attack earlier, on an unspecified date, at Yaripora village, Kulgam in the same district, succumbed to her injuries,
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Nagbal village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district on March 7-night. Also, a woman who was injured in a terrorist attack earlier, on an unspecified date, at Yaripora village, Kulgam in the same district, succumbed to her injuries, on the same night
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March - 7 
A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Lakriguri, in Assam’s Kokrajhar district, on March 7. The terrorist was later identified as Sitam Mushahary.
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A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Lakriguri, in Assam’s Kokrajhar district, on March 7. The terrorist was later identified as Sitam Mushahary.
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March - 8 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) "battalion commander" was killed by security forces in an encounter at Telwani village, in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district, on March 8-night. The slain terrorist was later identified as Mohammad Amin Bhat alias Rizwan.
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) "battalion commander" was killed by security forces in an encounter at Telwani village, in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district, on March 8-night. The slain terrorist was later identified as Mohammad Amin Bhat alias Rizwan.
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March - 8 
Media reports said a suspected terrorist allegedly committed suicide after he was isolated and surrounded by security forces following an encounter on March 8 at G T Road in Sahnewala, Punjab’s Ludhiana district. His associate escaped leaving behind a large quantity of arms and ammunition. Two polic
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Media reports said a suspected terrorist allegedly committed suicide after he was isolated and surrounded by security forces following an encounter on March 8 at G T Road in Sahnewala, Punjab’s Ludhiana district. His associate escaped leaving behind a large quantity of arms and ammunition. Two police personnel also sustained injuries during the encounter. Enquiry into the incident was on when reports last came in.
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March - 8 
Media reports said, two left wing extremists––Naxalites––of the Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist [CPI-ML Janashakthi], were killed in an encounter at a tribal hamlet of Vattimalla village, Konaraopeta mandal (administrative unit) in Andhra Pradesh’s Karimnagar district, on March 8. Karimnag
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Media reports said, two left wing extremists––Naxalites––of the Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist [CPI-ML Janashakthi], were killed in an encounter at a tribal hamlet of Vattimalla village, Konaraopeta mandal (administrative unit) in Andhra Pradesh’s Karimnagar district, on March 8. Karimnagar district police chief R.S. Praveen Kumar informed that the Naxalites had attacked a team of special police parties and the local police while searching the area. While two Naxalites were killed in the encounter, their associate escaped. A Chinese-made pistol and a grenade were recovered from encounter-site.
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March - 9 
According to media reports, police destroyed a training camp of left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Madhumal village, along the Orissa-Andhra Pradesh border, Malkangiri district, Orissa, on March 9. Speaking to media persons, the State police chief said a police patrol
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According to media reports, police destroyed a training camp of left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Madhumal village, along the Orissa-Andhra Pradesh border, Malkangiri district, Orissa, on March 9. Speaking to media persons, the State police chief said a police patrol party spotted the camp and went to destroy it, sparking an encounter. The Naxalites managed to escape into the forests. Police seized arms, Naxal literature and medicines from the training camp.
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March - 11 
A joint search team of Army and Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) police personnel on March 11 killed three Harkat-ul-Jehad-i-Islami (HuJI) terrorists in an encounter in Keshwan village, Doda district. A large quantity of arms and ammunition was recovered from the slain terrorists. According to official sourc
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A joint search team of Army and Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) police personnel on March 11 killed three Harkat-ul-Jehad-i-Islami (HuJI) terrorists in an encounter in Keshwan village, Doda district. A large quantity of arms and ammunition was recovered from the slain terrorists. According to official sources, the terrorists had earlier taken shelter in an abandoned house in Jugna village and tried to dodge the security forces (SFs) under thick jungle cover. However, the search team chased and spotted them in Keshwan village and asked them to surrender. But, they attacked the search team. The three terrorists were killed in retaliatory firing by SFs. Two AK-56 rifles, 65 AK rounds, a pistol with 10 rounds, a wireless set, three hand grenades and other explosive materials were recovered from the incident-site.
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March - 11 
A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Matiadoh, under Gauripur police station-limits, Dhubri district, on March 11. His associate escaped from the encounter-site.
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A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Matiadoh, under Gauripur police station-limits, Dhubri district, on March 11. His associate escaped from the encounter-site.
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March - 11 
According to media reports, four suspected Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) terrorists and a soldier of the Assam Rifles (AR) were killed in an encounter in Oksu village, Imphal East district, Manipur, on March 11. Citing official sources, reports said the encounter followed a raid on a hideout in the
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According to media reports, four suspected Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) terrorists and a soldier of the Assam Rifles (AR) were killed in an encounter in Oksu village, Imphal East district, Manipur, on March 11. Citing official sources, reports said the encounter followed a raid on a hideout in the area and further added that an AK 47 rifle, two m-21 rifles and some self loading rifles (SLR), besides some ammunition, were recovered from the incident-site.
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March - 11 
In yet another encounter, security forces killed an LeT terrorist identified as Abdul Qayoom Wani, on March 11, at Teligam village in Baramulla district. The ‘target house’, where he had taken shelter was also damaged during the encounter. Besides, an unidentified terrorist was arrested in Chunjimul
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In yet another encounter, security forces killed an LeT terrorist identified as Abdul Qayoom Wani, on March 11, at Teligam village in Baramulla district. The ‘target house’, where he had taken shelter was also damaged during the encounter. Besides, an unidentified terrorist was arrested in Chunjimulla village, Kupwara district, on the same day.
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March - 12 
A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter near Banakacharla, Pamulapadu mandal (administrative unit), Kurnool district, on March 12. Four more Naxalites reportedly escaped. Police said the encounter took place when a special police team returning from
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A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter near Banakacharla, Pamulapadu mandal (administrative unit), Kurnool district, on March 12. Four more Naxalites reportedly escaped. Police said the encounter took place when a special police team returning from a combing operation in Vempenta and surrounding areas spotted a group of Naxalites. Police recovered a .32 revolver, some extremist literature, three live cartridges and five spent cartridges from the spot.
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March - 12 
According to media reports, the Special Task Force (STF) of Uttar Pradesh Police killed in an encounter a top cadre of the Pakistan-backed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist outfit, in Sector 34 of Noida, on March 12. An AK-47 rifle, ammunition and explosives have been recovered from the incident-site
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According to media reports, the Special Task Force (STF) of Uttar Pradesh Police killed in an encounter a top cadre of the Pakistan-backed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist outfit, in Sector 34 of Noida, on March 12. An AK-47 rifle, ammunition and explosives have been recovered from the incident-site. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, Meerut range, Gurdarshan Singh said the slain terrorist was Manzoor Dar alias Sirajudin Khan, a JeM area commander of Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir. Dar, who hailed from Sakkar in Sindh province of Pakistan, was planning attacks in Delhi and Mumbai, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), STF, Rajiv Ranjan Verma, said. The entire operation followed information gathered during the interrogation of two associates of the slain terrorist, who were arrested on March 9 from Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, he added.
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March - 12 
In another incident, a Pakistani terrorist Khalid Zubair, affiliated with the Harkat-ul-Jehad-i-Islami (HuJI) was killed in an encounter at Dara Sangla village, in Surankote tehsil of Poonch district, on the same day. Two of his associates, however, escaped and a search is on to nab them. An AK rifl
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In another incident, a Pakistani terrorist Khalid Zubair, affiliated with the Harkat-ul-Jehad-i-Islami (HuJI) was killed in an encounter at Dara Sangla village, in Surankote tehsil of Poonch district, on the same day. Two of his associates, however, escaped and a search is on to nab them. An AK rifle and three hand grenades were recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 12 
On March 12, security forces killed two Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists in an encounter in Kishtwar tehsil (administrative unit), Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K), Doda district. The slain terrorists were later identified as Farooq Ahmed Sheikh alias Junid and Shada Mir. Two AK rifles, two magazines
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On March 12, security forces killed two Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists in an encounter in Kishtwar tehsil (administrative unit), Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K), Doda district. The slain terrorists were later identified as Farooq Ahmed Sheikh alias Junid and Shada Mir. Two AK rifles, two magazines and 37 rounds were recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 12 
Two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed by security forces in an encounter on March 12 at Baldi, near Bara Bazar, in Assam’s Bongaigaon district. A pistol and three ammunition rounds and incriminating documents were recovered from the encounter-site.
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Two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed by security forces in an encounter on March 12 at Baldi, near Bara Bazar, in Assam’s Bongaigaon district. A pistol and three ammunition rounds and incriminating documents were recovered from the encounter-site.
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According to media reports, a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was injured in an encounter with police on March 12, even as Meghalaya State police arrested a self-styled captain of the NDFB, identified as Khaninder Diamary, on March 13, from Raja Bagan, Byrnihat in Ri Bhoi dist
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According to media reports, a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was injured in an encounter with police on March 12, even as Meghalaya State police arrested a self-styled captain of the NDFB, identified as Khaninder Diamary, on March 13, from Raja Bagan, Byrnihat in Ri Bhoi district. Citing Army sources, reports added that, after the Red Horns division of the army and Assam police launched ‘Operation Shamsheer’, a large number of NDFB terrorists have been fleeing towards Byrnihat and areas in the Garo Hills. It also added that, even NDFB terrorists were trying to cross over to Bangladesh through Gasuapara, Gograpara, Angratola and Fhakirtola in South Garo Hills.
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March - 14 
A suspected fidayeen (suicide terrorist) affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) opened fire disrupting Muharram (religious procession of Muslims) procession at the Poonch Bus Stand, in Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K’s) Poonch district, on March 14, even as the security forces (SFs) were escorting it. The
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A suspected fidayeen (suicide terrorist) affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) opened fire disrupting Muharram (religious procession of Muslims) procession at the Poonch Bus Stand, in Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K’s) Poonch district, on March 14, even as the security forces (SFs) were escorting it. The terrorist hid in a hotel near the incident-site and opened fire on the SFs, using hotel inmates as human shield. The terrorist killed a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP), heading the police escort team, while the latter was countering the attack. Reports said police retaliated with restraint to avoid civilian casualties. Three passengers at the bus stand were killed and eight more injured in the crossfire. The hotel was evacuated after reinforcements reached and SFs stormed the hotel, killing the terrorist in the counter attack. Another police personnel was killed in the encounter. An AK rifle, a magazine and 10 ammunition rounds were recovered from the possession of the slain terrorist. The reports also indicated that terrorists might have planned to flare up communal tension in the district by targeting religious procession of Muslims.
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March - 14 
Another encounter occurred in Marwah area, Doda district, on the same day when terrorists attacked a joint team of J&K Police and Army personnel was searching the area. In a two-hour long encounter that followed, two terrorists were killed. Two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, 17 rounds and a wireless
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Another encounter occurred in Marwah area, Doda district, on the same day when terrorists attacked a joint team of J&K Police and Army personnel was searching the area. In a two-hour long encounter that followed, two terrorists were killed. Two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, 17 rounds and a wireless were recovered from the incident-site.
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March - 14 
Besides, other reports said five terrorists, including two affiliated to the JeM, were killed in two separate encounters at Magam and Bonalam, Kokernag area of Anantnag district, on March 14.
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Besides, other reports said five terrorists, including two affiliated to the JeM, were killed in two separate encounters at Magam and Bonalam, Kokernag area of Anantnag district, on March 14.
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March - 14 
In another incident, two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Surankote tehsil (administrative unit) in Poonch district, on the same day. Two AK rifles, three magazines, a wireless set, three hand grenades and some other explosive material were recovered from the slain te
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In another incident, two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Surankote tehsil (administrative unit) in Poonch district, on the same day. Two AK rifles, three magazines, a wireless set, three hand grenades and some other explosive material were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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March - 14 
Two more terrorists, foreign mercenaries affiliated to LeT, were killed in yet another encounter in Mahore area, Udhampur district, on the same day. An AK rifle with 39 ammunition rounds, two Chinese hand grenades and a radio set were recovered following the encounter.
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Two more terrorists, foreign mercenaries affiliated to LeT, were killed in yet another encounter in Mahore area, Udhampur district, on the same day. An AK rifle with 39 ammunition rounds, two Chinese hand grenades and a radio set were recovered following the encounter.
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March - 14 
Yet another terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed in Kishtwar tehsil, Doda district, on the same day. His associate was injured in the encounter, but had escaped. A search was on for the inured terrorist when reports last came in.
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Yet another terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed in Kishtwar tehsil, Doda district, on the same day. His associate was injured in the encounter, but had escaped. A search was on for the inured terrorist when reports last came in.
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March - 15 
In another incident, two terrorists, involved in an attack at Dundak near Surankote in the Poonch district on March 13 in which two civilians were killed and two others injured, were killed by security forces (SFs) at village Phagla in the same district on March 15. Two civilians were also injured i
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In another incident, two terrorists, involved in an attack at Dundak near Surankote in the Poonch district on March 13 in which two civilians were killed and two others injured, were killed by security forces (SFs) at village Phagla in the same district on March 15. Two civilians were also injured in the encounter. According to official sources, the slain terrorists hailed from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and were affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.
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March - 16 
Security forces killed two terrorists in a search operation in Bhaderwah town, Doda district, on March 16. Two rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from them. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in.
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Security forces killed two terrorists in a search operation in Bhaderwah town, Doda district, on March 16. Two rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from them. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in.
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March - 17 
According to official sources, four HM terrorists and an SF personnel were killed in an encounter that ensued after a search operation in the forests of Bakyar, Handwara area. Search operations in the area were continuing, when last reports came in.
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According to official sources, four HM terrorists and an SF personnel were killed in an encounter that ensued after a search operation in the forests of Bakyar, Handwara area. Search operations in the area were continuing, when last reports came in.
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March - 17 
In another encounter, two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed and three SF personnel injured at Brakpora village, Anantnag district.
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In another encounter, two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed and three SF personnel injured at Brakpora village, Anantnag district.
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March - 18 
According to media reports, following an encounter, Police in Ludhiana district, Punjab arrested two narcotic smugglers and also seized 2 kg of heroin worth Rs 20 million, Rs 20,000 fake currency notes and two revolvers from their possession, near Government Senior Secondary Girls School, Sahnewal,
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According to media reports, following an encounter, Police in Ludhiana district, Punjab arrested two narcotic smugglers and also seized 2 kg of heroin worth Rs 20 million, Rs 20,000 fake currency notes and two revolvers from their possession, near Government Senior Secondary Girls School, Sahnewal, on March 18. While, a police personnel was injured during the encounter, another smuggler managed to escape from the incident-site.
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March - 18 
According to official sources, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Katsu village, Srigufwara area of Anantnag district, on March 18. Sources added that eight other cadres of the group managed to escape from the encounter-site. A rifle and two magazines were recovered fr
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According to official sources, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Katsu village, Srigufwara area of Anantnag district, on March 18. Sources added that eight other cadres of the group managed to escape from the encounter-site. A rifle and two magazines were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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March - 18 
In another incident, on March 18, a special police party exchanged fire with the PWG Naxalites near the Brahmmamgari Temple in Durgi mandal in the same district. The incident took place when the police located two PWG Naxalites atop of the temple and opened fire. The encounter lasted for about 20 mi
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In another incident, on March 18, a special police party exchanged fire with the PWG Naxalites near the Brahmmamgari Temple in Durgi mandal in the same district. The incident took place when the police located two PWG Naxalites atop of the temple and opened fire. The encounter lasted for about 20 minutes and later the Naxalites managed to escape the scene.
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March - 19 
According to official sources in south Kashmir, a ‘divisional commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was killed in an encounter at Lever village in Anantnag district, on March 19. Reports from south Kashmir added that unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in front of the Block Development Off
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, a ‘divisional commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was killed in an encounter at Lever village in Anantnag district, on March 19. Reports from south Kashmir added that unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in front of the Block Development Office at Qazigund.
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March - 19 
At Satoora in Tral, terrorists carried out an unsuccessful attack on a camp of the Border Security Force (BSF). In the resultant exchange of gunfire, a woman sustained injuries.
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At Satoora in Tral, terrorists carried out an unsuccessful attack on a camp of the Border Security Force (BSF). In the resultant exchange of gunfire, a woman sustained injuries.
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March - 20 
Two Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed while another SF personnel was injured in an encounter at Bharat village, Doda district, on March 20. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 37 rounds of ammunition and a wireless set were recovered from the
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Two Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed while another SF personnel was injured in an encounter at Bharat village, Doda district, on March 20. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 37 rounds of ammunition and a wireless set were recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 21 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) 'sergeant major' identified as Manoj Deka was killed in an encounter in the Nalanga Pahar area, in Assam's Kokrajhar district, on March 21. Other ULFA cadres who were reportedly camping with him escaped from the incident-site. According to reports, the terror
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) 'sergeant major' identified as Manoj Deka was killed in an encounter in the Nalanga Pahar area, in Assam's Kokrajhar district, on March 21. Other ULFA cadres who were reportedly camping with him escaped from the incident-site. According to reports, the terrorists were planning terror strikes ahead of the ULFA’s 'raising day', on April 7.
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March - 21 
In another encounter, SFs killed two terrorists at Rajpora, Pulwama district. The encounter ensued after the terrorists attacked a search party with automatic weapons and grenades. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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In another encounter, SFs killed two terrorists at Rajpora, Pulwama district. The encounter ensued after the terrorists attacked a search party with automatic weapons and grenades. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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March - 21 
Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and two terrorists were killed, while four BSF personnel were injured, when a group of terrorists ambushed a security forces (SFs) patrol party at Pindi Jamola, Kalalkas area of Rajouri district, on March 21. The encounter was continuing, when reports last c
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Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and two terrorists were killed, while four BSF personnel were injured, when a group of terrorists ambushed a security forces (SFs) patrol party at Pindi Jamola, Kalalkas area of Rajouri district, on March 21. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in, as two more terrorists of the group were still holed-up in the area. According to official sources, the slain terrorists were believed to be foreign mercenaries. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included two AK-56 rifles, two magazines, 23 rounds of ammunition and a wireless set.
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March - 21 
Unidentified armed terrorists reportedly attacked the Kangpokpi police post in Senapati district and engaged the security forces in an hour-long encounter, on March 21. Citing police sources, media reports said the terrorists escaped under the cover of darkness and confirmed that there was no casual
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Unidentified armed terrorists reportedly attacked the Kangpokpi police post in Senapati district and engaged the security forces in an hour-long encounter, on March 21. Citing police sources, media reports said the terrorists escaped under the cover of darkness and confirmed that there was no casualty on the side of the police.
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March - 22 
In Kupwara district, on March 22, troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) cordoned off a target house at Warpora, Magam, Handwara and asked four Pakistani Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists hiding there to surrender. However, as they refused to surrender an encounter ensued, in which a terrorist was kille
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In Kupwara district, on March 22, troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) cordoned off a target house at Warpora, Magam, Handwara and asked four Pakistani Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists hiding there to surrender. However, as they refused to surrender an encounter ensued, in which a terrorist was killed. Three associates of the slain terrorist escaped from the incident-site.
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March - 23 
An exchange of fire between the police and Naxalites was reported in the forests in Rayagada district, on March 23. However, no casualties were reported.
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An exchange of fire between the police and Naxalites was reported in the forests in Rayagada district, on March 23. However, no casualties were reported.
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March - 23 
In another incident, four terrorists were killed in an encounter in Mahore area, Jammu region, on March 23. The encounter took place when a patrol party, on a routine search, was attacked by some terrorists. Official sources said the terrorists belonged to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and two of them
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In another incident, four terrorists were killed in an encounter in Mahore area, Jammu region, on March 23. The encounter took place when a patrol party, on a routine search, was attacked by some terrorists. Official sources said the terrorists belonged to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and two of them killed were later identified as those who had killed nine Special Police Officers (SPOs) and two civilians in an attack on the Ind police station on March 16. Four AK rifles, 15 AK magazines, 205 rounds of AK ammunition, a radio set and a hand grenade were recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 23 
Two terrorists of the HM were killed in encounter at Gangda Akhal, Pirpanjal foothills, Kulgam area. Meanwhile, two terrorists were killed in an encounter in Banihal area, Jammu region. The identity of the slain terrorists has not been established yet.
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Two terrorists of the HM were killed in encounter at Gangda Akhal, Pirpanjal foothills, Kulgam area. Meanwhile, two terrorists were killed in an encounter in Banihal area, Jammu region. The identity of the slain terrorists has not been established yet.
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March - 24 
On March 24, five unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter with police at Lamlai in Imphal East district, Manipur. Citing official sources, media reports said the identity of the terrorists is yet not known, but they are suspected to be Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) or People's Liberat
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On March 24, five unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter with police at Lamlai in Imphal East district, Manipur. Citing official sources, media reports said the identity of the terrorists is yet not known, but they are suspected to be Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) or People's Liberation Army (PLA) cadres.
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March - 24 
Security forces (SF), on March 24, killed two infiltrators on the Line of Control (LoC), in the Keri sector of Rajouri district. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included two AK rifles, five magazines, 1757 rounds of ammunition, a hand grenade, a radio set, Rupees 52,000 in Indian currency an
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Security forces (SF), on March 24, killed two infiltrators on the Line of Control (LoC), in the Keri sector of Rajouri district. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included two AK rifles, five magazines, 1757 rounds of ammunition, a hand grenade, a radio set, Rupees 52,000 in Indian currency and Rupees 21 in Pakistani currency.
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March - 24 
Three National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter, on March 24, at Mangaldoi, Darrang district, Assam. According to reports, security forces had been tipped-off that three NDFB terrorists were entering the area in a bid to abduct some local residents. The terr
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Three National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter, on March 24, at Mangaldoi, Darrang district, Assam. According to reports, security forces had been tipped-off that three NDFB terrorists were entering the area in a bid to abduct some local residents. The terrorists were intercepted near the incident-site and asked to surrender. But they opened fire, and the three terrorists were killed in the ensuing encounter. Three pistols and six hand grenades were recovered from the incident-site.
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March - 25 
In an encounter between police and a group of left-wing extremists––Naxalites––of the banned People's War Group (PWG), a central committee (the apex body of the PWG) member (CCM) and three other cadres were killed in Laxmipur forests, Bellampalli sub-division, Adilabad district, on March 25. There
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In an encounter between police and a group of left-wing extremists––Naxalites––of the banned People's War Group (PWG), a central committee (the apex body of the PWG) member (CCM) and three other cadres were killed in Laxmipur forests, Bellampalli sub-division, Adilabad district, on March 25. There was some confusion over the identity of the dead CCM. Reports said he bears the alias Chandranna and could be either be Pullur Prasad Rao or Sande Rajamouli. Both carry a head money of INR.12 lakh. The correct identity of the CCM was not known, when reports last came in. In all, four Naxalites were killed in the exchange of fire. The other three are Sudarshan, Ravinder alias Madavi Rao and Bharat alias Pendra Bujji Rao. Also, five weapons and four kit bags were recovered from the encounter-site. State Director General of Police Peravaram Ramulu and other police officials visited the spot later in the day.
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March - 25 
In neighbouring Karimnagar district, on the same day, the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist CPI-ML (Janashakthi) coal belt area secretary Shidhirala Rajamallu (45) alias `SR' was killed in an encounter with police on the outskirts of Godavarikhani town.
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In neighbouring Karimnagar district, on the same day, the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist CPI-ML (Janashakthi) coal belt area secretary Shidhirala Rajamallu (45) alias `SR' was killed in an encounter with police on the outskirts of Godavarikhani town.
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March - 25 
Three police personnel were injured in a landmine blast triggered by left-wing extremists—Naxalites––of the People’s War Group (PWG) near Nagaluti village in Atmakur mandal (administrative unit), Mahbubnagar district, on March 25-night. The incident took place during a combing operation in the Nalla
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Three police personnel were injured in a landmine blast triggered by left-wing extremists—Naxalites––of the People’s War Group (PWG) near Nagaluti village in Atmakur mandal (administrative unit), Mahbubnagar district, on March 25-night. The incident took place during a combing operation in the Nallamala forests. Police retaliated and the two sides exchanged fire for over an hour.
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March - 25 
Two army personnel, including a Captain, were killed when unidentified terrorists attacked an army patrol party at Bafliaz in the Surankote area of Poonch district, on March 25. Even as the army personnel retaliated the terrorists escaped.
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Two army personnel, including a Captain, were killed when unidentified terrorists attacked an army patrol party at Bafliaz in the Surankote area of Poonch district, on March 25. Even as the army personnel retaliated the terrorists escaped.
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March - 26 
A Border Security Force personnel and a Village Defence Committee member were injured in an encounter with terrorists in Hasa Gali area of Reasi police district. However, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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A Border Security Force personnel and a Village Defence Committee member were injured in an encounter with terrorists in Hasa Gali area of Reasi police district. However, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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March - 26 
Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Pranay Sahay reportedly escaped a bid on his life, on March 26, when unidentified terrorists laid an ambush on his motorcade in the Baramura Hill area, West Tripura district. His vehicle was partially damaged in the attack and a security guard escorting h
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Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Pranay Sahay reportedly escaped a bid on his life, on March 26, when unidentified terrorists laid an ambush on his motorcade in the Baramura Hill area, West Tripura district. His vehicle was partially damaged in the attack and a security guard escorting him also received serious injuries. The terrorists escaped from the incident-site even as the police party escorting the ADGP retaliated and opened fire.
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March - 27 
A terrorist was killed in an encounter at Jhalas village, Poonch district. An AK-47 rifle, two magazines, 60 rounds of ammunition and Rs 950 in Pakistani currency was recovered from the encounter-site. Separately, another terrorist, a resident of Gani, Mendhar sector, was arrested by SFs when he was
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A terrorist was killed in an encounter at Jhalas village, Poonch district. An AK-47 rifle, two magazines, 60 rounds of ammunition and Rs 950 in Pakistani currency was recovered from the encounter-site. Separately, another terrorist, a resident of Gani, Mendhar sector, was arrested by SFs when he was infiltrating into the Indian side of the Line of Control (LoC) after securing training in Pakistan. He was reported missing from his house since the past five months.
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March - 27 
Five persons, including an Army Major and three terrorists, were killed while two security force (SF) personnel and a terrorist were injured during an encounter at Dabbar Kayala village, Doda district, on March 27. The slain terrorists included a ‘launching commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)
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Five persons, including an Army Major and three terrorists, were killed while two security force (SF) personnel and a terrorist were injured during an encounter at Dabbar Kayala village, Doda district, on March 27. The slain terrorists included a ‘launching commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group. However, one terrorist who was injured during the encounter escapedd from the incident-site. Two houses in which the group had taken shelter were destroyed during the encounter. SFs recovered an AK-56 rifle with six magazines and 109 rounds of ammunition, two 12 bore guns, a Chinese pistol with a magazine and six rounds, two hand grenades, a wireless set and Rs 5,000 cash in Indian currency.
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March - 28 
Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and a personnel of Bihar Military Police (BMP) were killed and an many injured in an encounter in Rohtas district, on March 28. Official sources said the encounter took place when heavily armed Naxalites of the MCC attacked the
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Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and a personnel of Bihar Military Police (BMP) were killed and an many injured in an encounter in Rohtas district, on March 28. Official sources said the encounter took place when heavily armed Naxalites of the MCC attacked the Bednagarh picket of Chenari police station in an apparent bid to loot firearms. The encounter lasted for several hours in which hundreds of rounds of fire were exchanged.
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March - 28 
Two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Assam's Darrang district, on March 28. Reports said security forces in Atharikhat area confronted a group of four NDFB terrorists who slipped into the area from their Bhutan-based camps to buy ration. The terr
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Two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Assam's Darrang district, on March 28. Reports said security forces in Atharikhat area confronted a group of four NDFB terrorists who slipped into the area from their Bhutan-based camps to buy ration. The terrorists attacked the SFs in a bid to flee. While two terrorists were killed in the ensuing encounter, two more escaped, reportedly, into the nearby forest. A rifle, a revolver, two grenades, some assorted ammunition besides incriminating documents were recovered from the incident-site.
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March - 29 
According to a report, police, on March 29 foiled a bid by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) to blow up an oil depot in Tinsukia district, Assam. The report further said that a police patrol party was confronted, accidentally, by a group of five ULFA terrorists near the Tinsukia oil depot.
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According to a report, police, on March 29 foiled a bid by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) to blow up an oil depot in Tinsukia district, Assam. The report further said that a police patrol party was confronted, accidentally, by a group of five ULFA terrorists near the Tinsukia oil depot. The terrorists also engaged the police in a brief encounter before fleeing from the scene. A map of the Indian Oil Corporation's oil terminal, a torch and some assorted ammunition were later recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 29 
In another incident, security forces killed a foreign mercenary at Marg Divar Basti in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district. In a separate encounter at Kupwara, SFs killed an unidentified terrorist in the Keerigam forest area of Tangdar, close to the Line of Control (LoC).
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In another incident, security forces killed a foreign mercenary at Marg Divar Basti in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district. In a separate encounter at Kupwara, SFs killed an unidentified terrorist in the Keerigam forest area of Tangdar, close to the Line of Control (LoC).
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March - 29 
Security forces (SFs) killed three terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group, including a ‘deputy district commander’, during an encounter in the Kishtwar area of Doda district on March 29. According to official sources, the slain terrorists were operating in the mountain area of Nawapachi and
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Security forces (SFs) killed three terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group, including a ‘deputy district commander’, during an encounter in the Kishtwar area of Doda district on March 29. According to official sources, the slain terrorists were operating in the mountain area of Nawapachi and surrounding areas for the past 18 months and were involved in a series of subversive activities across the hilly areas. Recoveries made from the encounter site included two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, 43 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, two Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), literature of JeM and two kg explosive material.
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March - 29 
Three suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed during an encounter at Goregaon in northwest Mumbai on March 29. According to official sources, the three have been identified as Abu Sultan, chief of the southern command of the LeT and Abu Akram, both Pakistani nationals, and Raju, a Kas
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Three suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed during an encounter at Goregaon in northwest Mumbai on March 29. According to official sources, the three have been identified as Abu Sultan, chief of the southern command of the LeT and Abu Akram, both Pakistani nationals, and Raju, a Kashmiri. Unconfirmed preliminary reports have indicated that the slain terrorists were suspected to be involved in the March 23 massacre of Kashmiri Pandits (descendants of Brahmin priests) at Nandimarg in the Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir.
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Three terrorists were killed in separate incidents in Nalbari district, Assam. While two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter that occurred on March 29 at Kumarikata, a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was also killed on March 30, at Jat
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Three terrorists were killed in separate incidents in Nalbari district, Assam. While two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter that occurred on March 29 at Kumarikata, a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was also killed on March 30, at Jatiabangra, in Tamulpur area. A 9mm pistol, two magazine and ten live rounds were recovered the possession of the slain ULFA terrorist.
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March - 30 
A group of unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of National Conference leader and Member of Parliament from Jammu-Poonch constituency, Choudhary Talib Hussain, at Fatehpur in the Rajouri district. The terrorists escaped following retaliatory firing by security force personnel posted at the
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A group of unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of National Conference leader and Member of Parliament from Jammu-Poonch constituency, Choudhary Talib Hussain, at Fatehpur in the Rajouri district. The terrorists escaped following retaliatory firing by security force personnel posted at the house. Talib Hussain was not present in the house at the time of attack.
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March - 30 
Three left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed and a few others injured in an encounter near Gudena village, Rayagada district on March 30. Speaking to media persons, the district police chief, RK Sharma said the encounter took place in a dense forest when the Centr
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Three left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed and a few others injured in an encounter near Gudena village, Rayagada district on March 30. Speaking to media persons, the district police chief, RK Sharma said the encounter took place in a dense forest when the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Grey Hound personnel were on a combing operation. He said some more Naxalies were also injured in the encounter but they were carried away by their retreating comrades.
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April - 4 
Also, police personnel camping at Mathulungbari, Killa police station limits, South Tripura district repulsed an attack by NLFT terrorists, on April 4, forcing them to flee from the scene. Four police personnel sustained injuries in the attack.
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Also, police personnel camping at Mathulungbari, Killa police station limits, South Tripura district repulsed an attack by NLFT terrorists, on April 4, forcing them to flee from the scene. Four police personnel sustained injuries in the attack.
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April - 4 
Unidentified terrorists attacked a police post guarding a minority community village in Anantnag district, south Kashmir, on April 4. The terrorists opened indiscriminate fire at the post guarding Devsar village, Kulgam police station-limits. However, the terrorists escaped after retaliatory firing
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Unidentified terrorists attacked a police post guarding a minority community village in Anantnag district, south Kashmir, on April 4. The terrorists opened indiscriminate fire at the post guarding Devsar village, Kulgam police station-limits. However, the terrorists escaped after retaliatory firing by police, official sources said, and added that there were no fatalities.
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April - 6 
Meanwhile, a security force personnel was injured while repulsing an attack by unidentified terrorists on April 6 in North Cachar Hills district.
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Meanwhile, a security force personnel was injured while repulsing an attack by unidentified terrorists on April 6 in North Cachar Hills district.
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April - 7 
Besides, at the Batmaloo bus stand in Srinagar, an SF personnel and two civilians were injured in an exchange of gunfire between a unit of the SFs and terrorists.
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Besides, at the Batmaloo bus stand in Srinagar, an SF personnel and two civilians were injured in an exchange of gunfire between a unit of the SFs and terrorists.
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April - 7 
Meanwhile, suspected Hmar terrorists clashed with an Army patrol-unit at Dikokcherra village, in the same district, on April 7, and killed a security force personnel. After the attack, the terrorists fled to the adjoining jungles leaving behind three rifles, a few rounds of AK-47 ammunition and some
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Meanwhile, suspected Hmar terrorists clashed with an Army patrol-unit at Dikokcherra village, in the same district, on April 7, and killed a security force personnel. After the attack, the terrorists fled to the adjoining jungles leaving behind three rifles, a few rounds of AK-47 ammunition and some incriminating documents, among other things.
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April - 8 
According to official sources, a woman was killed and her one-and-a-half year-old daughter seriously injured during an exchange of fire between a group of unidentified terrorists and security force (SF) personnel, in Surankote, Poonch district, on April 8. However, the terrorists escaped from the in
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According to official sources, a woman was killed and her one-and-a-half year-old daughter seriously injured during an exchange of fire between a group of unidentified terrorists and security force (SF) personnel, in Surankote, Poonch district, on April 8. However, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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April - 8 
In a separate encounter in Hatta Golapati area, Imphal East police commando exchanges fire with five unidentified terrorists and killed two of terrorists, even as the others escaped. An Indian-made hand grenade was recovered from the incident-site.
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In a separate encounter in Hatta Golapati area, Imphal East police commando exchanges fire with five unidentified terrorists and killed two of terrorists, even as the others escaped. An Indian-made hand grenade was recovered from the incident-site.
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April - 8 
Media reports said Imphal East Police, in Hatta Golapati area killed three suspected Kuki terrorists in separate incidents on April 8. Citing official source, reports said the first encounter took place at the Hatta War Cemetery, when an unidentified terrorist hurled a grenade at a police patrol par
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Media reports said Imphal East Police, in Hatta Golapati area killed three suspected Kuki terrorists in separate incidents on April 8. Citing official source, reports said the first encounter took place at the Hatta War Cemetery, when an unidentified terrorist hurled a grenade at a police patrol party. Police killed him in retaliatory firing, and a demand note was recovered, bearing the name of the Kuki National Front’s (KNF).
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April - 9 
Two foreign mercenaries, including a ‘deputy area commander’ of the Al Badr outfit, were killed in an encounter at Lower Kot village, Chingus area of Rajouri district, on April 9. However, at least three other terrorists of the group escaped from the incident-site. A security force (SF) personnel an
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Two foreign mercenaries, including a ‘deputy area commander’ of the Al Badr outfit, were killed in an encounter at Lower Kot village, Chingus area of Rajouri district, on April 9. However, at least three other terrorists of the group escaped from the incident-site. A security force (SF) personnel and a civilian were injured the exchange of firing. An AK-47 rifle, a .303 rifle, an AK magazine, 17 rounds of ammunition, a hand grenade and a radio set were recovered from the encounter-site.
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April - 11 
Separately, terrorists attacked the Ind police post in Gool area in Ramban police district on April 11-night. Simultaneously, a police picket at Bhim Mandir in Gool was also fired upon by the terrorists with automatic weapons. Reports added that Security force (SF) personnel from both the pickets re
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Separately, terrorists attacked the Ind police post in Gool area in Ramban police district on April 11-night. Simultaneously, a police picket at Bhim Mandir in Gool was also fired upon by the terrorists with automatic weapons. Reports added that Security force (SF) personnel from both the pickets retaliated. After an hour-long exchange of fire, terrorists escaped. There was no report of any casualty.
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April - 16 
Meanwhile, security force personnel posted at the Sikhoria police camp, Bishalgarh, West Tripura district, repulsed an attack by a group of NLFT terrorists, also on the same night. No one was injured on either side. The terrorists escaped from the scene after attacking the police post.
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Meanwhile, security force personnel posted at the Sikhoria police camp, Bishalgarh, West Tripura district, repulsed an attack by a group of NLFT terrorists, also on the same night. No one was injured on either side. The terrorists escaped from the scene after attacking the police post.
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April - 16 
Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed and a police personnel injured in an encounter in Tangadapally village, Nalgonda district, on April 16. Official sources said the encounter took place when a special police party, on a tip off, reached the village. The Na
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Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed and a police personnel injured in an encounter in Tangadapally village, Nalgonda district, on April 16. Official sources said the encounter took place when a special police party, on a tip off, reached the village. The Naxalites opened fire at the police, who returned fire killing two Naxalites. A 9mm carbine, tapancha, bullets, two kit bags, 12 detonators, fuse wires and pamphlets were seized from the house.
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April - 17 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew-off the building of Nauhatta police station, which was under construction in Rohtas district, on April 16-night. The new building was coming up about 100m away from the old building. On hearing the blast, the policemen opened fire,
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew-off the building of Nauhatta police station, which was under construction in Rohtas district, on April 16-night. The new building was coming up about 100m away from the old building. On hearing the blast, the policemen opened fire, which was returned by the Naxalites. The exchange of fire continued for over two hours. However, no one sustained injuries in the firing.
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April - 18 
According to media reports, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—and police exchanged fire near Korchi village, Kotgul police station-limits, Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra on April 18. The incident took place when the Naxalites tried to lay an ambush on a police party. However, no casualties were rep
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According to media reports, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—and police exchanged fire near Korchi village, Kotgul police station-limits, Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra on April 18. The incident took place when the Naxalites tried to lay an ambush on a police party. However, no casualties were reported in the incident.
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April - 20 
Media reports said 11 terrorists, including nine infiltrators, and a Special Police Officer (SPO) were killed in separate incidents across Poonch and Doda districts, on April 20. The security forces (SFs) foiled a major infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) in Nar village, Balnoi are
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Media reports said 11 terrorists, including nine infiltrators, and a Special Police Officer (SPO) were killed in separate incidents across Poonch and Doda districts, on April 20. The security forces (SFs) foiled a major infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) in Nar village, Balnoi area of Mendhar sector, Poonch district. Nine Pakistani infiltrators were killed during the operation, official sources said. They added that, even as the SFs challenged the terrorists, Pakistani troops opened firing on forward Indian positions to provide cover to the infiltrators. Three AK rifles, two pistols, three wireless sets and an unspecified quantity of ammunition and explosive material were recovered from the incident-site. The slain infiltrators belonged to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT).
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April - 22 
In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG and police exchanged fire between Malapalli and Reddivaripalli in T Sundupalli mandal, Cuddapah district. No causalities have been reported in the incident.
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In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG and police exchanged fire between Malapalli and Reddivaripalli in T Sundupalli mandal, Cuddapah district. No causalities have been reported in the incident.
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April - 24 
Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-[CPI-ML (Janasakthi)] were killed in an encounter at Kamalapur in Bhupalapally mandal (administrative unit), Warangal district on April 24. According to official sources, the encounter took place when a police team,
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Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-[CPI-ML (Janasakthi)] were killed in an encounter at Kamalapur in Bhupalapally mandal (administrative unit), Warangal district on April 24. According to official sources, the encounter took place when a police team, on a tip-off, encountered two Naxalites moving in the village. When asked to stop, they opened fire at the police. The police returned the fire in which the Naxalites were killed. Police also seized a motorcycle, two 8mm rifles, 9 live rounds of ammunition and four empty rounds from the encounter-site.
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April - 25 
According to official sources, two unidentified terrorists conducted a suicide attack on the Sector-11 headquarters of the Border Security Force (BSF) at Madar in the Bandipore area of Baramulla district on April 25 and killed three BSF personnel. Later, both the terrorists and a civilian were kille
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According to official sources, two unidentified terrorists conducted a suicide attack on the Sector-11 headquarters of the Border Security Force (BSF) at Madar in the Bandipore area of Baramulla district on April 25 and killed three BSF personnel. Later, both the terrorists and a civilian were killed in retaliatory firing. However, a third terrorist is believed to have escaped from the incident site. Sources added that four more BSF personnel and three civilians sustained injuries in this attack. No terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the attack thus far. Earlier, terrorists attacked a small contingent of security forces (SFs) at Sumlar in the Bandipore area and killed two SF personnel. Even as security forces retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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April - 26 
A group of fidayeen (suicide terrorists) attacked the local station of All India Radio in Srinagar on April 26. Three terrorists and two security force (SF) personnel were killed and eight others injured in the encounter that ensued. According to official sources, the incident took place when an exp
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A group of fidayeen (suicide terrorists) attacked the local station of All India Radio in Srinagar on April 26. Three terrorists and two security force (SF) personnel were killed and eight others injured in the encounter that ensued. According to official sources, the incident took place when an explosive-laden car drove to the gate of the heavily barricaded station and exploded, apparently triggered by remote control. The driver and a SF personnel nearby were killed instantly. Two terrorists, who reportedly got off the car a safe distance away and took shelter in a mosque nearby, hurled grenades and began firing from automatic rifles. The SF personnel guarding the complex, which also houses the Doordarshan Kendra, returned the fire. The Quick Reaction Team of the Border Security Force (BSF) rushed to the spot and encircled the two terrorists who had come out of the mosque. The two terrorists were killed in the encounter. Later, a spokesperson of the, Al-Madeena Regiment called up a local news agency and claimed responsibility for the attack. The outfit also claimed responsibility for the suicide attack on BSF headquarters at Bandipora on April 25. Condemning the attack, the Chief Minister, Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, said by stepping up violence, especially when the peace process has been initiated, the terrorists and their mentors had demonstrated their obvious designs to thwart restoration of normalcy. He said, "it is our solemn pledge to the people to restore peace with dignity in the State and we would continue to work for it with the people's support".
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April - 26 
A top leader of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group the People’s War Group (PWG), carrying a reward of Rs one million on his head, was killed in an encounter near Khansaipet forest under Manthani sub-division, Karimnagar district, on April 26. The slain Naxalite leader, Anupam Komaraiah alias AK was
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A top leader of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group the People’s War Group (PWG), carrying a reward of Rs one million on his head, was killed in an encounter near Khansaipet forest under Manthani sub-division, Karimnagar district, on April 26. The slain Naxalite leader, Anupam Komaraiah alias AK was a member of North Telangana Zonal Committee (NTZC). Earlier he was District Secretary of the Dandkaranya region. According to official sources, the encounter took place when a special police party, on a tip-off, that some Naxalite leaders have assembled in the forest began combing operation. The Naxalites opened fire at the police when they reached near the area. Police retaliated in which the Naxal leader was killed.
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April - 27 
SF personnel launched an operation to flush out terrorists in the Lagota forest area of Doda district on the intervening night of April 27 and 28 after receipt of specific information regarding presence of terrorists in the area. Even as the SFs were cordoning off the forest area, some terrorists, w
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SF personnel launched an operation to flush out terrorists in the Lagota forest area of Doda district on the intervening night of April 27 and 28 after receipt of specific information regarding presence of terrorists in the area. Even as the SFs were cordoning off the forest area, some terrorists, who were hiding in a cave, reportedly opened indiscriminate firing. In the ensuing encounter, three Pakistani cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group were killed. Two AK-47 rifles, three magazines, 50 rounds of ammunition, three hand grenades, three pouches and a wireless set were recovered from the incident site.
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April - 28 
Reports from Rajouri district said that a group of terrorists opened fire on a police party near the Shahdara Sharief shrine. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. The terrorists escaped after retaliatory firing by the police personnel.
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Reports from Rajouri district said that a group of terrorists opened fire on a police party near the Shahdara Sharief shrine. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. The terrorists escaped after retaliatory firing by the police personnel.
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April - 28 
Separately, there was an exchange of fire between the police and Naxalites at Molachintalapalli village under Kollapur mandal (administrative unit), Mahboobnagar district, on April 28-night. A Naxalite and a civilian were injured in the incident.
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Separately, there was an exchange of fire between the police and Naxalites at Molachintalapalli village under Kollapur mandal (administrative unit), Mahboobnagar district, on April 28-night. A Naxalite and a civilian were injured in the incident.
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April - 28 
In another incident, an alert police foiled an attempt by the Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) to loot a farmer in Molachintalapalli village, Mahboobnagar district, on April 28. One person was injured in the exchange of fire between them. According to police sources, approximately 30 armed
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In another incident, an alert police foiled an attempt by the Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) to loot a farmer in Molachintalapalli village, Mahboobnagar district, on April 28. One person was injured in the exchange of fire between them. According to police sources, approximately 30 armed Naxalites entered the village and raided the farmers house. They tied the members of the family and looted rice, sorghum, dry chillis, groundnuts and maize. At the same time a police party came to the village and after an exchange of fire, Naxalites managed to escape.
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April - 29 
In an encounter at village Nalla in the Bharat area of Doda district on April 29, 13 terrorists, including nine foreign mercenaries, six security force (SF) personnel and a civilian were killed while three SF personnel and four members of a family were injured. According to official sources, SF pers
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In an encounter at village Nalla in the Bharat area of Doda district on April 29, 13 terrorists, including nine foreign mercenaries, six security force (SF) personnel and a civilian were killed while three SF personnel and four members of a family were injured. According to official sources, SF personnel launched a search operation in Nalla after securing information that a large group of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were holding a meeting in four houses in the area in connection with the ‘handing over of charge’ by Hizb ‘area commander’ Majid Hussain, who had completed his two year ‘tenure’ in the district. As the SFs were in the process of surrounding the houses, the terrorists commenced firing with Rocket Projectile Gun (RPG) and AK-47 rifles. In the ensuing encounter, all 13 terrorists, including the ‘area commander’ were killed. One RPG, five AK-47 rifles, a pistol, one wireless set, eight AK magazines, 250 rounds of ammunition and 10 hand grenades were recovered from the encounter site.
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April - 30 
Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), including ‘sub-zonal commander’ Sanjay alias Doctor Ramji, were killed and a civilian was injured in an encounter at Nava Jaipur, Daltonganj district, on April 30. According to district police chief, Anil Palta, the encounter t
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Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), including ‘sub-zonal commander’ Sanjay alias Doctor Ramji, were killed and a civilian was injured in an encounter at Nava Jaipur, Daltonganj district, on April 30. According to district police chief, Anil Palta, the encounter took place when a police patrol party came across a group of Naxalites holding two abducted forest officials captive. Police also seized one 9mm pistol, two magazines and some ammunition from the encounter site. Other details are awaited.
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May - 1 
According to official sources in south Kashmir, a couple of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists launched an attack on the headquarters of Border Security Force (BSF) at Tral in the Pulwama district on May 1 and made an attempt to storm the paramilitary formation. However, in the ensuing encounter, whi
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, a couple of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists launched an attack on the headquarters of Border Security Force (BSF) at Tral in the Pulwama district on May 1 and made an attempt to storm the paramilitary formation. However, in the ensuing encounter, while one terrorist was killed his accomplice managed to escape.
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May - 1 
Four left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Praja Pratighatana group, including a woman, were killed in an encounter with police near Kanegudem village, Warangal district, on May 1. Official sources said the encounter took place when a police party, on a combing operation, spotted some Naxalites on t
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Four left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Praja Pratighatana group, including a woman, were killed in an encounter with police near Kanegudem village, Warangal district, on May 1. Official sources said the encounter took place when a police party, on a combing operation, spotted some Naxalites on the outskirts of the village and asked them to surrender. The Naxalites ignored the warning and opened fire at the police, who retaliated killing four Naxals on the spot. Four kitbags, a rifle and literature of Praja Pratighatna were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 2 
In another incident in the same district, a ‘sub-zonal commander’ of the MCC was killed in an encounter in Goriyadih village under the Ghaghra police station-limits. Police also recovered two pistols and eight rounds of ammunition from the encounter site.
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In another incident in the same district, a ‘sub-zonal commander’ of the MCC was killed in an encounter in Goriyadih village under the Ghaghra police station-limits. Police also recovered two pistols and eight rounds of ammunition from the encounter site.
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May - 2 
Security forces (SFs) on May 2 killed two front ranking foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group during an encounter at village Kalali Morha in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The slain terrorists included Abu Wasid, a ‘deputy divisional commander’ for Surankote. However, two ot
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Security forces (SFs) on May 2 killed two front ranking foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group during an encounter at village Kalali Morha in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The slain terrorists included Abu Wasid, a ‘deputy divisional commander’ for Surankote. However, two other terrorists managed to escape from the encounter site. Two AK-47 rifles, three magazines, a wireless set and two hand grenades were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 2 
The central organizer of the Talakonda dalam (squad), Chittoor district, of left-wing extremists—Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) - Bhupathi alias Kishta, was killed in an encounter in the Batrapalli forest area of Talupula mandal (administrative unit), Anantpur district, on May 2. Accordin
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The central organizer of the Talakonda dalam (squad), Chittoor district, of left-wing extremists—Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) - Bhupathi alias Kishta, was killed in an encounter in the Batrapalli forest area of Talupula mandal (administrative unit), Anantpur district, on May 2. According to police sources, five other Naxalites escaped during the encounter. The encounter occurred when a police team, on a combing operation, came across six armed Naxalites. The Naxal leader, who was carrying a reward of Rupees two lakh on his head, was killed when the police opened retaliatory fire.
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May - 3 
A foreign mercenary affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Abu Hanzala, was killed during an encounter at Zachaldara in the Handwara area on May 3.
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A foreign mercenary affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Abu Hanzala, was killed during an encounter at Zachaldara in the Handwara area on May 3.
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May - 3 
A left wing extremist–Naxalite–of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter with police at Reddypalli, Karimangar district on May 3. Reports said a group of Naxalites clashed with a police patrol party and the Naxalite was killed in the ensuing encounter. Other Naxalites, however, mana
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A left wing extremist–Naxalite–of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter with police at Reddypalli, Karimangar district on May 3. Reports said a group of Naxalites clashed with a police patrol party and the Naxalite was killed in the ensuing encounter. Other Naxalites, however, managed to escape.
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May - 3 
An unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with the security forces at Mechpara, Tamarhat police station limits in Kokrajhar district on May 3. An AK-47 rifle and some other explosives were recovered from the possession of the slain terrorist.
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An unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with the security forces at Mechpara, Tamarhat police station limits in Kokrajhar district on May 3. An AK-47 rifle and some other explosives were recovered from the possession of the slain terrorist.
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May - 4 
A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Communist Party of India—Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML (Janasakthi)] was killed in an encounter near Seetharamapuram village in Pidugurala mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on May 4. The slain Naxalite was identified as a ‘commander’ of the Palnati Rytha
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A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Communist Party of India—Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML (Janasakthi)] was killed in an encounter near Seetharamapuram village in Pidugurala mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on May 4. The slain Naxalite was identified as a ‘commander’ of the Palnati Rythanga Committee. The encounter occurred when a special police party was conducting combing operations in the area when a Naxalite, on being spotted, opened fire. Police retaliated, killing the Naxalite on the spot. Five country-made rifles, seven live cartridges and Rupees 10,000 were recovered from the spot.
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May - 4 
A police personnel was injured as a group of unidentified terrorists lobbed grenades and attacked the Banihal police station. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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A police personnel was injured as a group of unidentified terrorists lobbed grenades and attacked the Banihal police station. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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May - 4 
A Reserve Sub-Inspector (RSI) of the Greyhounds squad of the Andhra Pradesh Police was killed in an encounter with left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Chitrakonda on the Andhra-Orissa border in Visakhapatnam district on May 4. Police recovered four SBBL guns, one .8 rif
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A Reserve Sub-Inspector (RSI) of the Greyhounds squad of the Andhra Pradesh Police was killed in an encounter with left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Chitrakonda on the Andhra-Orissa border in Visakhapatnam district on May 4. Police recovered four SBBL guns, one .8 rifle, one pistol, 40 kg of rice bags, 40 kitbags and tents from the encounter site.
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May - 4 
According to media reports, two Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) terrorists, including ‘corporal’ T Bordin Singh, were killed during an encounter with security forces at an unnamed place in the Thoubal district of Manipur on May 4. A 9MM revolver with an unspecified amount of live ammunition and a r
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According to media reports, two Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) terrorists, including ‘corporal’ T Bordin Singh, were killed during an encounter with security forces at an unnamed place in the Thoubal district of Manipur on May 4. A 9MM revolver with an unspecified amount of live ammunition and a radio set were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 4 
Another terrorist was shot dead during an encounter at village Khazamola under Koteranka police station’s jurisdiction in Rajouri district. One AK rifle and two magazines were recovered from him.
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Another terrorist was shot dead during an encounter at village Khazamola under Koteranka police station’s jurisdiction in Rajouri district. One AK rifle and two magazines were recovered from him.
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May - 4 
Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Beerwah in the central Kashmir district of Budgam on May 4. A large cache of arms and ammunition, including three AK rifles, were recovered from the incident site.
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Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Beerwah in the central Kashmir district of Budgam on May 4. A large cache of arms and ammunition, including three AK rifles, were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 4 
Three more LeT terrorists were killed during an encounter at village Manyali in the Azmatabad area of Rajouri district. However, one terrorist managed to escape from the incident site. Security forces also killed a LeT terrorist in an encounter at village Bawan in north Kashmir.
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Three more LeT terrorists were killed during an encounter at village Manyali in the Azmatabad area of Rajouri district. However, one terrorist managed to escape from the incident site. Security forces also killed a LeT terrorist in an encounter at village Bawan in north Kashmir.
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May - 5 
A security force personnel was killed in an encounter with left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) on a hilltop, approximately 40 km from Chitrakonda, Malkangir district, on May 5. The district police chief, Debadutta Singh, said the encounter occurred when a joint patrol part
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A security force personnel was killed in an encounter with left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) on a hilltop, approximately 40 km from Chitrakonda, Malkangir district, on May 5. The district police chief, Debadutta Singh, said the encounter occurred when a joint patrol party of Orissa and Andhra Pradesh police, on a combing operation, came across approximately 100 Naxalites of the PWG.
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May - 5 
According to official sources in south Kashmir, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed and two persons injured in an encounter that ensued after security forces destroyed a hideout at Srandoo village in Kulgam.
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed and two persons injured in an encounter that ensued after security forces destroyed a hideout at Srandoo village in Kulgam.
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May - 5 
Reports said two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter near Bhairab reserve forest in the Bongaigaon district of Assam on May 5. Two pistols and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.
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Reports said two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter near Bhairab reserve forest in the Bongaigaon district of Assam on May 5. Two pistols and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 5 
Security forces killed two unidentified terrorists at village Chowkian Mehra in the Kot Darha area of Rajouri district. However, another terrorist managed to escape during the encounter. Two AK rifles and a wireless set were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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Security forces killed two unidentified terrorists at village Chowkian Mehra in the Kot Darha area of Rajouri district. However, another terrorist managed to escape during the encounter. Two AK rifles and a wireless set were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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May - 6 
A ‘district commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) was killed during an encounter at village Marha in the Hill Kaka area of Poonch district. One AK-56 rifle, four magazines, 106 rounds, a wireless set and two hand grenades were recovered from him. At Sukh Sarai in the Shopian area of Pul
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A ‘district commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) was killed during an encounter at village Marha in the Hill Kaka area of Poonch district. One AK-56 rifle, four magazines, 106 rounds, a wireless set and two hand grenades were recovered from him. At Sukh Sarai in the Shopian area of Pulwama district, one more HuJI terrorist was killed in an encounter. Separately, SF personnel in an operation at Dara Sangla in the Surankote area of Poonch district killed two more terrorists. Two AK rifles, one wireless set, one pistol with one magazine, four hand grenades, three diaries and some code sheets were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 6 
According to official sources, an Army Major was killed in an ambush laid by unidentified terrorists at Kamran Gali in the Nadian area of Rajouri district on May 6. He was reportedly leading an army patrol party following information about the movement of some terrorists in the area. Even as securit
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According to official sources, an Army Major was killed in an ambush laid by unidentified terrorists at Kamran Gali in the Nadian area of Rajouri district on May 6. He was reportedly leading an army patrol party following information about the movement of some terrorists in the area. Even as security forces (SFs) retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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May - 6 
security forces killed three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’, during an encounter at village Jalla Silligam in the Neel area of Doda district on May 6. Three AK rifles along with an unspecified quantity of ammunition and explosives were recovered from the
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security forces killed three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’, during an encounter at village Jalla Silligam in the Neel area of Doda district on May 6. Three AK rifles along with an unspecified quantity of ammunition and explosives were recovered from the incident site. According to official sources, the Paploo group of HM provided information regarding the presence of these terrorists. The Paploo group reportedly wanted to avenge the killings of their cadres a few days back in the Neel area as they suspected that a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) source had tipped off the army on the HM hideout. "Over past few days, an intense fighting has been going on between the two outfits with both groups leaking specific information to army on the presence of the other group’s cadre especially in Doda district", an unnamed official was quoted as saying in a media report.
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May - 6 
Unidentified assailants attacked the ancestral house of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Baruah at Jeraigaon, Chabua police station limits in Assam’s Dibrugarh district on May 6. The assailants escaped even as guards on duty returned fire. None were injured in the a
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Unidentified assailants attacked the ancestral house of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Baruah at Jeraigaon, Chabua police station limits in Assam’s Dibrugarh district on May 6. The assailants escaped even as guards on duty returned fire. None were injured in the attack. Paresh Baruah’s mother Miliki Barua was alone in the house when the incident occurred, the reports added.
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May - 6 
Unidentified terrorists set ablaze eight houses in the Marha village of Hill Kaka area in Poonch. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported from in this incident. Terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Indian Reserve Police (IRP) at Shahdara Sharief in Rajouri district. After retaliator
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Unidentified terrorists set ablaze eight houses in the Marha village of Hill Kaka area in Poonch. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported from in this incident. Terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Indian Reserve Police (IRP) at Shahdara Sharief in Rajouri district. After retaliatory firing the terrorists escaped from the incident site and no casualties were reported on either side.
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