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April - 1 
Four Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants, identified as Zaffar Paul alias Abu Manzil, Tauseef Ahmad Yattooalias Azim, Aqib Ahmad Kumar and Mohammad Shafi Bhat (all local residents) were killed in an encounter at Lassipora area of Pulwama District on April 1, reports Daily Excelsior. During search operat
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Four Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants, identified as Zaffar Paul alias Abu Manzil, Tauseef Ahmad Yattooalias Azim, Aqib Ahmad Kumar and Mohammad Shafi Bhat (all local residents) were killed in an encounter at Lassipora area of Pulwama District on April 1, reports Daily Excelsior. During search operation, militants fired upon the search party and the troops retaliated leading to an encounter. Four LeT militants were killed in the gun battle and their bodies were later retrieved. Paul was affiliated with LeT and had joined the group on January 11 this year, Kumar was affiliated with LeT and was active on September last year, Bhat was affiliated with LeT and had joined the militancy on October 23 last year and Yetoo was also affiliated with LeT and was active since July 2016. Incriminating materials including arms and ammunition was also recovered from the site of encounter.
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April - 10 
A day ahead of the Lok Sabha(Lower House of the Indian Parliament) polls in Gaya constituencyof Bihar on April 10, Police recovered two Improvised Explosive Device (IED) bombs and one local-made bomb, which were placed near a Government school, reports New Indian Express.The bombs, which were defuse
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A day ahead of the Lok Sabha(Lower House of the Indian Parliament) polls in Gaya constituencyof Bihar on April 10, Police recovered two Improvised Explosive Device (IED) bombs and one local-made bomb, which were placed near a Government school, reports New Indian Express.The bombs, which were defused upon seizure, were recovered in Chakarbandha area, Police official Sushil Kumar said.Pamphlets announcing Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) call to boycott the Lok Sabha elections were also recovered from the site.On April 8, Maoists had appealed to the people in Aurangabad to boycott the polls.Gaya, Nawada, Jamui and Aurangabad -- all Maoist-affected areas -- are going to polls in the first phase on April 11 (today).
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April - 11 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed while a Special Task Force (STF) trooper received injuries in an encounter on the polling day on April 11 in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh, reports The Pioneer. The encounter took place around 4:20 pm when the Maoists attacked a t
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed while a Special Task Force (STF) trooper received injuries in an encounter on the polling day on April 11 in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh, reports The Pioneer. The encounter took place around 4:20 pm when the Maoists attacked a team of Security Forces (SFs) that was out on an area domination-cum-search operation in a forest near a helipad in the Orchha area, Special Director General of Police (Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] Ops) Girdhari Nayak said. While, the security personnel were sanitizing the helipad, armed Maoists opened fire on them leading to a gun battle. Soon the Maoists fled the spot. STF constable Hriday Ram Sahu sustained injuries in the gunfight. Later, during a search at the encounter spot, the body of a male Maoist cadre was recovered along with a country-made pistol, a knife and Naxal-related materials, among other things Police said. The identity of the deceased Maoist was yet to be ascertained.
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April - 11 
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from Duliajan village in Dibrugarh District on April 11, reports The Northeast Today.
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An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from Duliajan village in Dibrugarh District on April 11, reports The Northeast Today.
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April - 11 
Meanwhile, Security Forces (SFs) arrested four Maoists from Bedre area in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on April 11 (today), shortly before polling in the region, reports Times Now. Three country-made guns were also seized from their possession. The identity of the Maoists is yet to be establishe
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Meanwhile, Security Forces (SFs) arrested four Maoists from Bedre area in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on April 11 (today), shortly before polling in the region, reports Times Now. Three country-made guns were also seized from their possession. The identity of the Maoists is yet to be established.
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April - 11 
On April 11, a pistol and two grenades were recovered from Sikibung Tangkhul from Ukhrul District, tweets Eastern Army Command.
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On April 11, a pistol and two grenades were recovered from Sikibung Tangkhul from Ukhrul District, tweets Eastern Army Command.
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April - 11 
The District Police unearthed three Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), reportedly planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forest region near Seekupanasa of Pedabayalu Mandal in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh on April 11, reports The Hindu. Superintendent
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The District Police unearthed three Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), reportedly planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forest region near Seekupanasa of Pedabayalu Mandal in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh on April 11, reports The Hindu. Superintendent of Police (SP) A. Babujee said the IEDs had been planted by the Maoists in order to target Security Forces (SFs) deployed on election duty. Babujee added that the IEDs were meant to be triggered via remote control, with each explosive weighing close to five kilograms. “The IEDs were found in the forest region bordering Cheekupanasa, Injari, Kondru and other villages. Forces reached the spot, and detected and defused them. Had the IEDs exploded, there would have been heavy loss of life,” SP, Babujee said.
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April - 15 
One Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were killed in an encounter in Giridih District on April 15 (today), reports Indian Express.an AK-47 rifle, three bullet magazines and four pipe bombs were recovered from the site
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One Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were killed in an encounter in Giridih District on April 15 (today), reports Indian Express.an AK-47 rifle, three bullet magazines and four pipe bombs were recovered from the site
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April - 18 
On April 18, two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Vargese and Linga were killed in an encounter at a forest in Daulikarka village in Dantewada District, reports Indian Express. A militia member of Maoists was also wounded in the incident. A .315 bore gun was recovered from
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On April 18, two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Vargese and Linga were killed in an encounter at a forest in Daulikarka village in Dantewada District, reports Indian Express. A militia member of Maoists was also wounded in the incident. A .315 bore gun was recovered from encounter spot. The killed cadres were involved in April 9 ambush in which a Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) and four Security Personnel’s were killed. According to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) anti-Naxal operations Sundarraj,Vargese, a member of the ‘Malangir Area Committee’ of Maoists and was an expert Improvised Explosive Device (IED) maker. Meanwhle,Linga was active as Local Organisation Squad (LOS) member in the ‘Katekalyan Area Committee’ of Maoists.
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April - 19 
A militant was killed in a brief shoot out in Watergam area of Soporein Baramulla District on April 19, reports Daily Excelsior.Militants fired at Security Forces (SFs) patrolling party in Watergam area in the night when they were passing through the area.The troops retaliated leading to a brief sho
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A militant was killed in a brief shoot out in Watergam area of Soporein Baramulla District on April 19, reports Daily Excelsior.Militants fired at Security Forces (SFs) patrolling party in Watergam area in the night when they were passing through the area.The troops retaliated leading to a brief shootout in which one militant was killed.One pistol and three grenades were recovered from the slain militant. Though the identity of the slain militant is yet to be ascertained and it is believed that he was a foreign militant.
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April - 19 
Three Maoist cadres were arrested during a search operation in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on April 19, reports Orissa Post. The lower-rung cadres were arrested from the forest of Dumampara-Tumakpal villages under Katekalyan Police Station limits when a joint team of District Reserve Guard (D
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Three Maoist cadres were arrested during a search operation in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on April 19, reports Orissa Post. The lower-rung cadres were arrested from the forest of Dumampara-Tumakpal villages under Katekalyan Police Station limits when a joint team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) and District Force was out on a search operation, Dantewada SP, Abhishek Pallava said. Those arrested cadres were identified as Mangal Kunjam alias Shailesh (23), Budhram Madkami (25) and Waman Mandavi (33), all active as ‘Jan militia’ members in Katekalyan area, the SP said. Six electronic detonators, five gelatin rods, a bundle of electric wires and other Naxal-related material was recovered from them, he added. They were mainly tasked with arranging meetings of villagers for Naxals, putting up Maoist posters and banners, the SP added.
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April - 2 
On April 2, Kangleipak Communist Party, People’s War Group -Marxist centre (KCP-PWG Marxist centre) claimed responsibility for placing a hand grenade at Little Flower School in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. Leader of KCP-MC is Lanchenba. The claim was made in a media release by Le
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On April 2, Kangleipak Communist Party, People’s War Group -Marxist centre (KCP-PWG Marxist centre) claimed responsibility for placing a hand grenade at Little Flower School in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. Leader of KCP-MC is Lanchenba. The claim was made in a media release by Lenin Meitei, the ‘central media coordinator secretary’ of the group.
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April - 20 
On April 20, a female National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigowra (NDFB-S) militant was arrested from Chirag District, reports Northeast Today. The militant was identified as Sagarika Basumatri alias B Sujuma. A pistol and three cartridges were recovered from the arrested militant.
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On April 20, a female National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigowra (NDFB-S) militant was arrested from Chirag District, reports Northeast Today. The militant was identified as Sagarika Basumatri alias B Sujuma. A pistol and three cartridges were recovered from the arrested militant.
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April - 20 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on April 20, reports The Pioneer. The encounter took place at around 8 am in forest of Pamed Police Station area when a joint a joint team of the special
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on April 20, reports The Pioneer. The encounter took place at around 8 am in forest of Pamed Police Station area when a joint a joint team of the special anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE], Greyhounds unit of Telangana, and Chhattisgarh Police's Special Task Force (STF) and District Force was out on an anti-Naxal operation along the inter–State border, Deputy Inspector General (anti-Naxal operations) Sundarraj P said. When the SFs were cordoning off the forests of Pamed, the encounter broke out. After the firing ceased, the security personnel recovered bodies of two Naxals along with arms and ammunition, from the spot, Bijapur Superintendent of Police (SP) Govardhan Thakur said while speaking to the local press and confirmed the incident. The slain cadres are yet to be identified.
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April - 22 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a Pakistani militant of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) along with the driver of a car in which he was travelling from Pattan area in Baramulla District on April 22, reports Daily Excelsior. During checking, the vehicle was seized by the SFs while as the driver, identified as Ta
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a Pakistani militant of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) along with the driver of a car in which he was travelling from Pattan area in Baramulla District on April 22, reports Daily Excelsior. During checking, the vehicle was seized by the SFs while as the driver, identified as Tafazul Hussain, and the militant, Aqib alias WaqaraliasChotaDujana were arrested. One pistol along with a magazine, six rounds, one magazine of AK-47 and 11 rounds of AK-47 were recovered from the militant.
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April - 22 
Separately, on the same day a hand grenade was recovered from Little Flower School at Sangaiprou in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. It is said that the bomb was planted in a box filled with nails. Later the bomb was disposed of at isolated place of Langol Game Village. Earlier on Ap
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Separately, on the same day a hand grenade was recovered from Little Flower School at Sangaiprou in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. It is said that the bomb was planted in a box filled with nails. Later the bomb was disposed of at isolated place of Langol Game Village. Earlier on April 2, another hand grenade was found planted in front of the same school gate.
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April - 23 
A hardcore Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadrecarrying a reward of INR 500,000 on his head was killed in an encounter that took place between Maoists and Dantewada Police near Fulgatta in Mirtur Police Station area in Bijapur District Chhattisgarh on April 23, reports Pragativadi. The
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A hardcore Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadrecarrying a reward of INR 500,000 on his head was killed in an encounter that took place between Maoists and Dantewada Police near Fulgatta in Mirtur Police Station area in Bijapur District Chhattisgarh on April 23, reports Pragativadi. The body of the Maoist, identified as Shankar aliasKamlu, was recovered following the exchange of fire between Dantewada Police and the Maoists in Mirtur Police Station area.Kamlu was an active member of Bhairamgarh Area Committee. A .9mm pistol has also been recovered from the spot of the encounter.
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April - 24 
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted at the gate of former Public Works Department (PWD) official was recovered at HaobamMarakIromLeikai in Imphal West District, reports E-pao. The IED was later safely detonated by the Police.
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An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted at the gate of former Public Works Department (PWD) official was recovered at HaobamMarakIromLeikai in Imphal West District, reports E-pao. The IED was later safely detonated by the Police.
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April - 24 
Four cadres of the Chandra Pulla Reddy Bata faction of the Communist Party of India–Marxist Leninist (CPI-ML, Chandra Pulla Reddy Bata faction) were arrested and four weapons and ammunition were seized by the Police near a stream in Gundala Mandal in Bhadradri-KothagudemDistrict of Telangana on Apri
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Four cadres of the Chandra Pulla Reddy Bata faction of the Communist Party of India–Marxist Leninist (CPI-ML, Chandra Pulla Reddy Bata faction) were arrested and four weapons and ammunition were seized by the Police near a stream in Gundala Mandal in Bhadradri-KothagudemDistrict of Telangana on April 24, reports The Hindu.Acting on a tip-off, a Police team arrested the four-armed cadres while camping at a plantation abutting a local stream near Gundala. They were identified as MokallaSammaiahaliasNuthan(45), State ‘secretary’, CP (Bata) Kumar squad, P Iythaiah(30), dalam(armed squad) member, M Devaiah(22), dalam member, and M Rambai(38), dalam member, all belonging to Bhadradri-Kothagudem District, Police said.Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Dutt said the four were arrested while hatching a plan to extort money from local contractors.Sammaiah was involved in nine offences, including a double murder case, and several incidents of extortion, Dutt said. Weapons seized included one 8 mm rifle, two Smooth Bore Breech Loading (SBBL), one Bharmar gun, besides 90 rounds of ammunition.
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April - 27 
Meanwhile, the Panki Police had received a tip-off regarding presence of the land mines on the Panki-Balumath road after which a search operation was conducted and these two can bombs which were kept below a culvert was recovered from Jotang village in Palamu District of Jharkhand on April 27, repor
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Meanwhile, the Panki Police had received a tip-off regarding presence of the land mines on the Panki-Balumath road after which a search operation was conducted and these two can bombs which were kept below a culvert was recovered from Jotang village in Palamu District of Jharkhand on April 27, reports India Blooms.Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Anup Badaik who was present on the spot said that after the recovery of the bombs the bomb disposal team was informed which diffused the bombs. Police said the bombs were planted by the Maoists to inflict damage on the Security Forces (SFs).
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April - 28 
Police on April 28 arrested three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), who were involved in Chhanapora attack in which a Policeman was injured, reports Daily Excelsior. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Srinagar Dr Haseeb Mughal said that three bike borne youth had planned the w
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Police on April 28 arrested three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), who were involved in Chhanapora attack in which a Policeman was injured, reports Daily Excelsior. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Srinagar Dr Haseeb Mughal said that three bike borne youth had planned the whole attack which was aimed at weapon snatching. “All the three persons are close aides of a Pulwama based militant Sameer. The OGWs have been identified as Mushtaq, Junaid and Lateef. Mushtaq was the one who fired on the cop leaving him critically injured. Junaid had visited the police station twice to know the status of his passport verification while Lateef was the one who was driving the motor cycle,” SSP said. The SSP said that they have recovered some ammunition and six live bullets from them. The attack on the Police Station was carried out on April 26 in which one police man was critically injured.
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April - 28 
Two individuals were arrested in a joint operation conducted by Assam Rifles (AR) and Gaurisagar Police in Shiva Sagar District of Assam, at Geleki-Haluwating road on April 28, reports Northeast Today. A grenade and INR 52,000 were recovered from the arrestees. They were arrested while on their way
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Two individuals were arrested in a joint operation conducted by Assam Rifles (AR) and Gaurisagar Police in Shiva Sagar District of Assam, at Geleki-Haluwating road on April 28, reports Northeast Today. A grenade and INR 52,000 were recovered from the arrestees. They were arrested while on their way to Nagaland.
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April - 29 
A Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre wanted in a number of criminal cases was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Muzaffarpur District of Bihar on April 29, reports The Week. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Manoj Kumar said the Maoist killed in the encounter w
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A Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre wanted in a number of criminal cases was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Muzaffarpur District of Bihar on April 29, reports The Week. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Manoj Kumar said the Maoist killed in the encounter was identified as Ramesh Paswan (45) and he was carrying a reward of INR 50,000 on his head and was wanted in a number of criminal cases including murder. Acting on a tip off that some Maoists may gather at a brick kiln in Khem Karna village, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Special Task Force (STF) personnel jointly raided the village. The Maoists fired at the SFs who retaliated and in the encounter that followed, one Maoist was killed while three were arrested, the SSP said. Police have seized one pistol, two empty cartridges and Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] literature from the site of the encounter, he added.
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April - 29 
A unspecified amount of explosives was recovered in Koloriang in Kurung Kumey District in Arunachal Pradesh on a helipad where the helicopter carrying the EVMs of the re-polling at 17 polling booths, reports Northeast now on April 30. Immediately after the recovery of the explosives, agitated locals
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A unspecified amount of explosives was recovered in Koloriang in Kurung Kumey District in Arunachal Pradesh on a helipad where the helicopter carrying the EVMs of the re-polling at 17 polling booths, reports Northeast now on April 30. Immediately after the recovery of the explosives, agitated locals blocked the office of Superintendent of Police (SP) of Kurung Kumey District demanding enquiry into the incident.
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April - 3 
A landmine weighingnearly 15 kilograms, allegedly planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres to target Security Forces (SFs), wasrecovered in Giridih District on April 3, reports The Week.After getting information that the Maoists have deviseda strategy to foil the Lok Sabha(
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A landmine weighingnearly 15 kilograms, allegedly planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres to target Security Forces (SFs), wasrecovered in Giridih District on April 3, reports The Week.After getting information that the Maoists have deviseda strategy to foil the Lok Sabha(lower House of the Indian Parliament) electionsin the Mohanpurforest area, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the District Police personnelsurrounded the area on Tuesday (April 2) evening, the Sub-DivisionalPolice Officer (SDPO) of Giridih, Niraj Kumar Singh, said.The SFs recovered the landmine during asearch operation and diffused it, he said.The SFs also recovered 407 bullets forSLRs and 588 bullets for other firearms, explosives and Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] literature, the SDPO said.
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April - 3 
On April 3, an Over Ground Worker (OGW) of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) was arrested from Lakwa in Shivasagar District, reports The Sentinel. The arrestee was identified as Tonu Raj Kunwar. A .22 pistol with magazine and ammunition was recovered from the arrestee.
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On April 3, an Over Ground Worker (OGW) of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) was arrested from Lakwa in Shivasagar District, reports The Sentinel. The arrestee was identified as Tonu Raj Kunwar. A .22 pistol with magazine and ammunition was recovered from the arrestee.
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April - 4 
Police arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, identified as Firdous Ahmad Khan at Zandpal area of Tangmarg in Baramulla District on April 4, reports Daily Excelsior. One grenade was also recovered from his possession.
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Police arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, identified as Firdous Ahmad Khan at Zandpal area of Tangmarg in Baramulla District on April 4, reports Daily Excelsior. One grenade was also recovered from his possession.
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April - 4 
Police busted a terrorist hideout and recovered a rifle, which is used by the Pakistani army, in Marwah-Dacchan area of Kishtwar District on April 4, reports Daily Excelsior. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kishtwar Shakti Pathak said that on a specific information, Police, Special Operations
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Police busted a terrorist hideout and recovered a rifle, which is used by the Pakistani army, in Marwah-Dacchan area of Kishtwar District on April 4, reports Daily Excelsior. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kishtwar Shakti Pathak said that on a specific information, Police, Special Operations Group and 17 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) launched a search operation in Marwah-Dacchan area of Kishtwar district and busted a hideout in Drungai forest area. Pathak said a 7.62mm Heckler and Koch G3A3 rifle, used by the Pakistani army, was found at the site Nearly 100 rounds of Pakistani rifle, one AK rifle magazine and one grenade were also recovered from the hideout, he added. Pathak also said seven militants are active in Kishtwar District.
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April - 4 
The Special Task Force of Kolkata Police arrested seven people in connection with an illegal arms racket in Kolkata in West Bengal, reports News18 on April 5. The police arrested four accused on April 4 and with 30 pieces of semi-finished 9mm pistols were recovered from their possession. The accused
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The Special Task Force of Kolkata Police arrested seven people in connection with an illegal arms racket in Kolkata in West Bengal, reports News18 on April 5. The police arrested four accused on April 4 and with 30 pieces of semi-finished 9mm pistols were recovered from their possession. The accused were then interrogated and revealed details of an arms manufacturing unit in Donnagar in Rajarhat, the northern fringes of Kolkata. “Raids were conducted at a factory and the house of the factory owner. Three other accused were arrested after the raids and 60 pieces of 9mm pistols recovered, taking the total number of pistols recovered to 90,” said Murlidhar Sharma, Deputy Commissioner of Special Task Force in a statement issued. Four rounds of ammunition were also recovered along with machines used for making arms. Rs 88,000 of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) were also seized.
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April - 5 
Security Forces (SFs) on April 5, carried out extensive search operation at Mahla forest under Partapur Police limits in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh and recovered explosives and weapons belonging to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), reports The Hitavada. During search, the SFs re
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Security Forces (SFs) on April 5, carried out extensive search operation at Mahla forest under Partapur Police limits in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh and recovered explosives and weapons belonging to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), reports The Hitavada. During search, the SFs recovered two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) weighing around five kilograms, five pressure IEDs weighing around three kilograms, three petrol bombs and 13 wire fitted bombs. All the explosives were diffused with the help of experts from Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS).
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April - 8 
Suspected militants lobbed a grenade towards a roadside Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) bunker at Gulshan Nagar in Bypass Nowgam in Srinagar District on April 8, reports Daily Excelsior. However, the grenade did not explode. Later, the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) was rushed to the spot and the gre
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Suspected militants lobbed a grenade towards a roadside Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) bunker at Gulshan Nagar in Bypass Nowgam in Srinagar District on April 8, reports Daily Excelsior. However, the grenade did not explode. Later, the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) was rushed to the spot and the grenade was defused without causing any damage.
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April - 8 
Thirty-four cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including three women, before Superintendent of Police (SP), DS Maravi at Errabor Police Station in Sukma Districtof Chhattisgarh on April 8, reports NDTV. All the cadres were low rung functionaries of the outfit and were involv
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Thirty-four cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including three women, before Superintendent of Police (SP), DS Maravi at Errabor Police Station in Sukma Districtof Chhattisgarh on April 8, reports NDTV. All the cadres were low rung functionaries of the outfit and were involved in cases of loot, attempt to murder in areas like Manikonta, Gaganpalli, Kongdam, Mettaguda and Maraiguda villages of Errabor area, about 500 kilometres from Raipur, Police said.Seventeen of them had permanent arrest warrants against their names, Police added."Among those who surrendered, Madvi Hinga was heading the Maoists' so-called revolutionary people's committee. He handed over his muzzle-loading gun to the police," SP, Maravi said.The SP termed the surrender of such a large group of Naxals as a big success in the region, especially against the backdrop of the ultras Lok Sabha(Lower House of the Indian Parliament) poll boycott call.
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April - 9 
One AK 47 with ammunition and explosives were recovered on April 9 from Ukhrul District, tweets Assam Rifles.
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One AK 47 with ammunition and explosives were recovered on April 9 from Ukhrul District, tweets Assam Rifles.
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August - 1 
A landmine with Pakistan ordnance factory markings and an M-24 American sniper rifle with a telescopic sight were found on the route of the Amarnath Yatra (pilgrimage), reports Daily Excelsior on August 2. “In the last three-four days, there were confirmed intelligence reports that terrorists backed
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A landmine with Pakistan ordnance factory markings and an M-24 American sniper rifle with a telescopic sight were found on the route of the Amarnath Yatra (pilgrimage), reports Daily Excelsior on August 2. “In the last three-four days, there were confirmed intelligence reports that terrorists backed by Pakistan and its army is trying to disrupt Amarnath Yatra and based on that a thorough search was conducted. We had major successes in these searches,” said Chinar Corps Commander Lt General KJS Dhillon. According to Lt General Dhillon, there was a “massive threat of IEDs or crude bombs” and bombs had been found in searches along the Amarnath Yatra route.
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August - 1 
On August 1, a National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigowra militant was arrested Bishmuri area in Kokrajhar District in Assam, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee was identified as Dipak Basumatry alias B Dwibai. One 7.65 mm pistol and two rounds of live ammunition were recovered from the arres
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On August 1, a National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigowra militant was arrested Bishmuri area in Kokrajhar District in Assam, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee was identified as Dipak Basumatry alias B Dwibai. One 7.65 mm pistol and two rounds of live ammunition were recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 1 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a woman, were arrested from separate places in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 1, reports India Today. One of them, Madkami Hadma (24), carrying a reward of INR 100,000 on his head, was arrested from the Tongpal Police Stati
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a woman, were arrested from separate places in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 1, reports India Today. One of them, Madkami Hadma (24), carrying a reward of INR 100,000 on his head, was arrested from the Tongpal Police Station limits by a joint team of Security Forces (SFs), Police said. Gelatin rod, wire and Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] pamphlets were seized from the possession of Hadma, a resident of Katekalyan Police Station limits in neighbouring Dantewada District, the Police said. Hadma, who was active as a ‘militia commander’, was allegedly involved in attacks on SFs, the Police added. The woman Maoist, identified as Tati Bheeme (30), was arrested by a squad of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)’s 74th battalion from Godelguda village under the Polampalli Police Station limits, Police said. Bheeme was a member of the training wing of Maoists, and two warrants were pending against Bheeme at the Polampalli Police Station in connection with Naxal-related incidents, Police added.
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August - 10 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter near Bihar border under Chouparan Police Station limits in Hazaribagh District of Jharkhand on August 10, reports The Pioneer. Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), ML Meena, informed that the District Police rec
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter near Bihar border under Chouparan Police Station limits in Hazaribagh District of Jharkhand on August 10, reports The Pioneer. Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), ML Meena, informed that the District Police received a tip off that some Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] activity is going on in the forest area of Dadpur Village under Chouparan Police Station in Hazaribagh District. Acting on the information, Police conducted the search operation, in which one LWE killed in exchange of bullets and Police also recovered a body from the spot, he added. An INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) assault rifle and a large number of bullet rounds were also recovered from the spot. The Police is yet to identify the slain Maoist, he added.
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August - 10 
Two cadres of Hmar People Convention (Democratic) (HQ Faction) HPC (D) was arrested on August 10 in the remote areas of Parbung and Lungthullen of Manipur’s Pherzawl District, tweets Eastern Command. The ‘self-styled sergeants’ cadres identified as Thangrosung Mengha and Lal Sanga Hmar was involved
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Two cadres of Hmar People Convention (Democratic) (HQ Faction) HPC (D) was arrested on August 10 in the remote areas of Parbung and Lungthullen of Manipur’s Pherzawl District, tweets Eastern Command. The ‘self-styled sergeants’ cadres identified as Thangrosung Mengha and Lal Sanga Hmar was involved in tax collection and several nefarious activities in the area of Pherzawl and Tipaimukh. According to Sangai Express, a large quantity of war like stores to include explosives, uniforms and important documents was recovered from the arrestees.
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August - 10 
Two unidentified United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants were arrested on August 10 from Charaideo District in Assam, tweets Eastern Army Command. A pistol and a magazine were recovered from the arrestees.
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Two unidentified United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants were arrested on August 10 from Charaideo District in Assam, tweets Eastern Army Command. A pistol and a magazine were recovered from the arrestees.
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August - 14 
An exchange of fire took place between Special Operation Group (SOG) personnel and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Kalahandi District of Odisha on August 14, reports Odisha Sun Times. Superintendent of Police (SP), Battula Gangadhar said, the gun battle ensued at the Gundi Res
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An exchange of fire took place between Special Operation Group (SOG) personnel and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Kalahandi District of Odisha on August 14, reports Odisha Sun Times. Superintendent of Police (SP), Battula Gangadhar said, the gun battle ensued at the Gundi Reserve Forest under Sadar Police limits in the District, in which several Maoists have sustained injuries. Gelatin sticks, detonators and bombs have been seized from the spot. However, there was no reports of any casualties among the Security Forces (SFs).
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August - 14 
Army troops recovered huge quantity of ammunition during a search operation on August 14 from Thanagong in Noney District of Manipur, reports Nagaland Post. Recovery include The recoveries included two assault rifles of AK-47 and AK-56 series with 250 live rounds, one HK-33 Assault Rifle, one Lathod
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Army troops recovered huge quantity of ammunition during a search operation on August 14 from Thanagong in Noney District of Manipur, reports Nagaland Post. Recovery include The recoveries included two assault rifles of AK-47 and AK-56 series with 250 live rounds, one HK-33 Assault Rifle, one Lathode grenade launcher with 20 live grenades and other assorted ammunition of different calibres.
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August - 14 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) camp was destroyed after a brief encounter on August 14 at Noykhu in Mon District of Nagaland, reports North East Now. Although there were no reports of casualties, several rounds of ammunition were recovered from the camps. In the past wee
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) camp was destroyed after a brief encounter on August 14 at Noykhu in Mon District of Nagaland, reports North East Now. Although there were no reports of casualties, several rounds of ammunition were recovered from the camps. In the past week, three camps of NSCN-R have been destroyed in Arunachal Pradesh as well.
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August - 14 
On August 14, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered by the roadside along NH-102 at Khonghampat Chingol in Imphal West District, reports Nagaland Post. No militant group has claimed responsibility for the incident.
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On August 14, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered by the roadside along NH-102 at Khonghampat Chingol in Imphal West District, reports Nagaland Post. No militant group has claimed responsibility for the incident.
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August - 16 
A Naxalite [Left Wing Extremist, LWE]of Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-New Democracy (CPI-ML-New Democracy) was arrested by the Police in Bhadradri-Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 16, reports The Hans India. Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Dutt, informed that the arrestee
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A Naxalite [Left Wing Extremist, LWE]of Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-New Democracy (CPI-ML-New Democracy) was arrested by the Police in Bhadradri-Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 16, reports The Hans India. Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Dutt, informed that the arrestee was identified as Madivi Ramesh alias Ravi of Palavagu of Mulugugudem under Kothagudem town Police Station limits. On a tip-off that CPI-ML-New Democracy's Azad dalam(armed squad) members were in the forests of Chinthakunta of Laxmidevipalli Mandal (administrative sub-division), the local Police and Special Police Party undertook the combing operations and arrested Ramesh and a firearm was recovered from his possession. However, dalam ‘commander’ Azad and its members escaped into the forests. The SP informed that Ramesh was involved in four criminal cases and he along with other dalam members used to extort money from businessmen and attack Police party.
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August - 17 
A Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) militant was arrested from Namdailong in Cachar District of Assam on August 17, reports Nagaland Post. The arrestee was identified as Gangdun Rongmei. A pistol and 14 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the militant.
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A Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) militant was arrested from Namdailong in Cachar District of Assam on August 17, reports Nagaland Post. The arrestee was identified as Gangdun Rongmei. A pistol and 14 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the militant.
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August - 19 
The Assam Rifles troops on August 19 arrested five PREPAK cadres at Chen Moho in Mon district, Nagaland. The 5 cadres are said to have crossed over from the border. Security forces also recovered (a) 01 x MQ Rifle along with sling, (b) 03 x MQ Mag, (c) 98 x 7.62 mm bullets, (d) 02 x Lathod Gren, (e)
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The Assam Rifles troops on August 19 arrested five PREPAK cadres at Chen Moho in Mon district, Nagaland. The 5 cadres are said to have crossed over from the border. Security forces also recovered (a) 01 x MQ Rifle along with sling, (b) 03 x MQ Mag, (c) 98 x 7.62 mm bullets, (d) 02 x Lathod Gren, (e) 01 x Torch, (f) 01x Wallet and Rs 240 from their possession.
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August - 2 
A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) militant was arrested from Jagun in Tinsukia District in Assam on August 2, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee was identified as ‘sergeant major’ Daniel Sankey. One pistol with magazine and five rounds of ammunition were recovered from t
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A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) militant was arrested from Jagun in Tinsukia District in Assam on August 2, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee was identified as ‘sergeant major’ Daniel Sankey. One pistol with magazine and five rounds of ammunition were recovered from the arrested militant.
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August - 2 
Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Arunachal Pradesh Police arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-unification (NSCN-U) militant on August 2 from Lekhi village in Papum Pare District in Arunachal Pradesh, reports India Today. The arrestee is a close associate of Loliam Latey, the ‘ch
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Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Arunachal Pradesh Police arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-unification (NSCN-U) militant on August 2 from Lekhi village in Papum Pare District in Arunachal Pradesh, reports India Today. The arrestee is a close associate of Loliam Latey, the ‘chairman’ of NSCN-U. SIT also stated that NSCN-U was planning to abduct, extort and kill a renowned individual. A hand grenade and 13 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 2 
Three Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were found and defused at a weekly market in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 2, reports Yahoo News. The IEDs were recovered during a joint operation of District Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Errabor weekly market, Sub-Divisional
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Three Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were found and defused at a weekly market in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on August 2, reports Yahoo News. The IEDs were recovered during a joint operation of District Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Errabor weekly market, Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Akhilesh Kaushik confirmed. "We got the information that IEDs were planted here. We carried out a demining operation and found three IEDs. We have defused them. They were around two kilograms in weight," the SDPO said. Three IEDs were recovered and defused last week in the same area.
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August - 20 
A road near Kondasawali village under Konta Tehsil (revenue unit) in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh was cut at about 20 places and three Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), with the aim to attack Security Forces (SFs), reports ANI on
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A road near Kondasawali village under Konta Tehsil (revenue unit) in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh was cut at about 20 places and three Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), with the aim to attack Security Forces (SFs), reports ANI on August 21. The incident was reported on August 18 by 231 bn of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). It was informed by villagers of Kondasawali that a meeting of around 250 Maoists took place near their village prior to August 15 where 300 people of other villages were also called and directed by Maoists to oppose the SFs.
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August - 20 
Around five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were injured in an encounter ensued with the Gadchiroli Police in the Yeldadmi forest area under Etapalli tehsil (revenue unit) in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on August 20, reports The Indian Express. A rife, blasting material, b
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Around five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were injured in an encounter ensued with the Gadchiroli Police in the Yeldadmi forest area under Etapalli tehsil (revenue unit) in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on August 20, reports The Indian Express. A rife, blasting material, bags and several items of personal use were recovered from the site, Police said, adding that the Maoists had set up a camp in the forest. “About 4-5 Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] were apparently injured in the encounter,” the Police said in a statement.
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August - 21 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) Dalam (armed squad) member was killed in an alleged exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) near Pidugula village forest area under Manuguru Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 21, reports The
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) Dalam (armed squad) member was killed in an alleged exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) near Pidugula village forest area under Manuguru Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 21, reports The New Indian Express. After the encounter, Police recovered the dead body along with the weapons and ammunition of the slain Maoist, identified as Jaadi Veeraswamy alias Raghu (34). The recovered items included two pistols, eight to 10 rounds of bullets, a kit bag and revolutionary literature. Bhadradri Kothagudem, Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Dutt, the Greyhounds and special party Police had launched a combing operation in the region, based on reliable information that Maoists were spotted in the area. During the operation, the personnel spotted five to six members of the Maoist Dalam, which was led by CPI-Maoist’s Manuguru area committee ‘commander’ Ravi. The Maoists opened fire at the Police party when asked to surrender, who had to fire back in self-defense, SP, Dutt said, adding, after the encounter ended, they found Raghu’s body on the premises and seized his weapons.
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August - 21 
In a joint operation with the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force), Jharkhand Police recovered weapons from a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) den in Palamu District of Jharkhand on August 21, reports New Kerala. According to Police, a joint operation was launched in Bhadua locality under
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In a joint operation with the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force), Jharkhand Police recovered weapons from a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) den in Palamu District of Jharkhand on August 21, reports New Kerala. According to Police, a joint operation was launched in Bhadua locality under Haidernagar Police Station limits in the District, based on intelligence inputs. Four rifles, cartridges, Maoist uniforms and other items were recovered during the operation.
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August - 21 
On August 21, a Myanmar National was arrested with arms from the Samthang area of Champhai District of Mizoram, reports East Mojo. Three AK 47 rifles with three magazines were recovered from the arrestee, who was identified as Keilianthanga.
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On August 21, a Myanmar National was arrested with arms from the Samthang area of Champhai District of Mizoram, reports East Mojo. Three AK 47 rifles with three magazines were recovered from the arrestee, who was identified as Keilianthanga.
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August - 22 
Police arrested five cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), from Simdega and Khunti Districts of Jharkhand on August 22, reports New Kerala. According to the Police, three PLFI cadres were arrested from Simdega D
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Police arrested five cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), from Simdega and Khunti Districts of Jharkhand on August 22, reports New Kerala. According to the Police, three PLFI cadres were arrested from Simdega District. Police seized two pistols from their possession. The identities of the rebels are yet to be established. In the other incident, two PLFI cadres were arrested from Khunti District. Police seized two pistols, cartridges, INR 24,000 in cash and Maoist literature from them. The identities of the rebels are yet to be established.
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August - 27 
One person Prem Singh was arrested with 23 pistols, seven magazines, 2 silencers and 20 live cartridges from Sawai Madhopur (Sawai Madhopur District) in Rajasthan, reports The Weekend Leader on August 28.
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One person Prem Singh was arrested with 23 pistols, seven magazines, 2 silencers and 20 live cartridges from Sawai Madhopur (Sawai Madhopur District) in Rajasthan, reports The Weekend Leader on August 28.
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August - 24 
Five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh on August 24, reports The Pioneer. Two troopers of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) were also injured in the encounter, Police said. "The exchange of
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Five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh on August 24, reports The Pioneer. Two troopers of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) were also injured in the encounter, Police said. "The exchange of fire took place around 6 am in the forest near Dhurbeda village, located around 20 km away from Orchha police station in the district. It occurred when a DRG team was out on a counter-insurgency operation," Director General of Police (DGP), D M Awasthi said. During search operations, bodies of five Maoists were recovered from the spot. Besides, a huge cache of weapons was also seized from there, Police said. The dead Maoists haven’t been identified yet.
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August - 25 
On August 25, two people were arrested with weapons from third mile in Dimapur in Dimapur District in Nagaland, reports Eastern Mirror. One .32 pistol and 25 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the arrestee.
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On August 25, two people were arrested with weapons from third mile in Dimapur in Dimapur District in Nagaland, reports Eastern Mirror. One .32 pistol and 25 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 25 
Two United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants were arrested from Nampong in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh on August 25, reports Northeast Now. The arrestees were identified as ‘corporal’ Mintu Tanti and Kaku Bora alias Raju Asom. Kaku Bora alias Raju Asom. Two 9 MM pis
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Two United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants were arrested from Nampong in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh on August 25, reports Northeast Now. The arrestees were identified as ‘corporal’ Mintu Tanti and Kaku Bora alias Raju Asom. Kaku Bora alias Raju Asom. Two 9 MM pistols, seven rounds of live ammunition, two magazines and some incriminating documents was recovered from the arrestees.
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August - 26 
A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant was arrested from Purana Bazar in Dimapur in Dimapur District in Nagaland, reports Morung Express on August 27. The arrestee was identified as Peyu Sata Lohe. One 9mm pistol, five rounds of ammunition, a .32 pistol with a magazi
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A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant was arrested from Purana Bazar in Dimapur in Dimapur District in Nagaland, reports Morung Express on August 27. The arrestee was identified as Peyu Sata Lohe. One 9mm pistol, five rounds of ammunition, a .32 pistol with a magazine and ten rounds were recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 26 
SFs arrested a militant after he opened firing at a joint check post of SFs near village Delina in Baramulla District in the night of August 26, reports Daily Excelsior. The arrested militant was identified as Mohammad Iqbal Naikoo of Baramulla town, affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and was ac
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SFs arrested a militant after he opened firing at a joint check post of SFs near village Delina in Baramulla District in the night of August 26, reports Daily Excelsior. The arrested militant was identified as Mohammad Iqbal Naikoo of Baramulla town, affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and was active since July 22, 2019. An AK rifle and one pistol was recovered from his possession. The seized weapon belonged to Sub Inspector Amandeep Singh of Udhampur who was injured 5-6 days back.
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August - 26 
Six militants of United Socialist Revolutionary Army (USRA) were arrested during a search operation at K Shoronphai village and Andro Torongthel in Imphal East District of Manipur on August 26, reports The Sangai Express. The arrestees were identified as Lenminthang Baite alias Earnesto, S Jamal Vai
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Six militants of United Socialist Revolutionary Army (USRA) were arrested during a search operation at K Shoronphai village and Andro Torongthel in Imphal East District of Manipur on August 26, reports The Sangai Express. The arrestees were identified as Lenminthang Baite alias Earnesto, S Jamal Vaiphei, Jamkhothang Vaiphei, Mangku Haokip, Momon Baite and Thangrijoy Baite. One AK rifle, with two magazines, 36 live rounds of HK rifle, one 9 mm pistol with magazine, four live 9 mm pistol rounds, 19 live M16 ammunition, a double-barrelled gun with 20 live rounds and a Chinese hand grenade were recovered from the arrestees.
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August - 28 
A trooper of the District Voluntary Force (DVF) and one Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre were killed during an exchange of fire between Security Forces (SFs) and the Maoists at Swabhiman area near Bonda Ghat in Malkangiri District of Odisha early on August 28 (today), reports Kalin
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A trooper of the District Voluntary Force (DVF) and one Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre were killed during an exchange of fire between Security Forces (SFs) and the Maoists at Swabhiman area near Bonda Ghat in Malkangiri District of Odisha early on August 28 (today), reports Kalinga TV. One Special Operation Group (SOG) personnel has also sustained bullet injuries in the encounter. A joint team of SOG and DVF was undertaking the operation against the Maoists near Odisha-Chhattisgarh border. The security personnel have recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition including one Self Loading Rifle (SLR) and .303 rifle from the encounter spot.
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August - 3 
On August 3, Assam Rifles (AR) recovered four Chinese hand grenades, 21 locally made unmarked hand grenades, one mine, 29 detonators and 12 kilo grams of gelatine from an unspecified location along Indo-Myanmar border, reports The Sangai Express. The recovery comes in the run up to Independence Day.
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On August 3, Assam Rifles (AR) recovered four Chinese hand grenades, 21 locally made unmarked hand grenades, one mine, 29 detonators and 12 kilo grams of gelatine from an unspecified location along Indo-Myanmar border, reports The Sangai Express. The recovery comes in the run up to Independence Day.
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August - 3 
One cadre of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC) was arrested following an encounter between the Security Forces (SFs) and the TPC, in the forests near to Dakra village in Latehar District of Jharkhand on August 3, reports Devdiscourse. During a search operation soon after the encounter, one TPC ca
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One cadre of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC) was arrested following an encounter between the Security Forces (SFs) and the TPC, in the forests near to Dakra village in Latehar District of Jharkhand on August 3, reports Devdiscourse. During a search operation soon after the encounter, one TPC cadre was arrested. The SF personnel recovered one INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) assault rifle, one semi-automatic rifle and one US-made automatic rifle, besides a large number of bullets from the encounter spot, Superintendent of Police (SP), Prasant Anand said. The TPC is engaged in extortion and threatening people over phone in the area and anti- Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation will be stepped up in the area, the SP said. TPC is a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist).
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August - 3 
Seven Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in a gunfight with Security Forces (SFs) in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh early on August 3 (today), reports The Pioneer. The exchange of fire occurred around 6 am in the forest near Sitagota village under Baghnadi Police S
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Seven Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in a gunfight with Security Forces (SFs) in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh early on August 3 (today), reports The Pioneer. The exchange of fire occurred around 6 am in the forest near Sitagota village under Baghnadi Police Station limits, when a team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) was out on an anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), Sundarraj P said. So far, seven bodies along with a huge cache of weapons, including one AK-47, have been found from the encounter spot, the DIGP said. The identities of the slain Maoists are yet to be established.
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August - 30 
Three Kanglei Yawl Kanna Lup (KYKL) militants were arrested on August 30 from an unspecified location in Imphal, tweets Eastern Army Command. An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from the arrestees.
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Three Kanglei Yawl Kanna Lup (KYKL) militants were arrested on August 30 from an unspecified location in Imphal, tweets Eastern Army Command. An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from the arrestees.
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August - 30 
Acting on specific tip-off Police arrested a cadre of the Tritiya Sammelan Prastuti Committee (TSPC), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and seized arms, ammunition and pamphlets from him in Latehar District of Jharkhand on August 30, reports ANI."The Naxal, Jeevlal
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Acting on specific tip-off Police arrested a cadre of the Tritiya Sammelan Prastuti Committee (TSPC), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and seized arms, ammunition and pamphlets from him in Latehar District of Jharkhand on August 30, reports ANI."The Naxal, Jeevlal Ganjhu (25 years) was arrested from the Bhagiya forest by a team of the Balumath Police station led by Sub Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Om Prakash," Police said in a statement. Four country-made rifles, two carbines, live rounds of bullets and Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] literature pamphlets were also seized by the Police.
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August - 30 
Two persons were arrested and two improvised country-made single-shot firearms and 10 kg explosives substances were recovered on August 30, during a raid in Rajabazar area of Kolkata, West Bengal, reports New Indian Express. The two persons are suspected to be part of an arms-smuggling racket from t
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Two persons were arrested and two improvised country-made single-shot firearms and 10 kg explosives substances were recovered on August 30, during a raid in Rajabazar area of Kolkata, West Bengal, reports New Indian Express. The two persons are suspected to be part of an arms-smuggling racket from their possession.
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August - 31 
On August 31, two other extortionists of unspecified militant affiliation were arrested from Burma Camp area in Dimapur by anti-extortion team of Dimapur Police, reports Eastern Mirror. The arrestee was identified as Tali Rocky Yimchunger. A .22 pistol and five rounds of ammunition were recovered fr
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On August 31, two other extortionists of unspecified militant affiliation were arrested from Burma Camp area in Dimapur by anti-extortion team of Dimapur Police, reports Eastern Mirror. The arrestee was identified as Tali Rocky Yimchunger. A .22 pistol and five rounds of ammunition were recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 4 
On August 4, Police recovered a crude bomb Sukhowarjhar village in Barpeta District of Assam, reports Northeast Today.
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On August 4, Police recovered a crude bomb Sukhowarjhar village in Barpeta District of Assam, reports Northeast Today.
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August - 4 
One person was killed when a blast took place in a tailoring shop in Keran sector in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 4, reports Daily Excelsior. The victim identified as Abdul Hamid Bajad, a local resident was killed in Ferkiyan area of Keran near Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwa
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One person was killed when a blast took place in a tailoring shop in Keran sector in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on August 4, reports Daily Excelsior. The victim identified as Abdul Hamid Bajad, a local resident was killed in Ferkiyan area of Keran near Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara when an explosive went off. A joint team of Police and Army reached the spot soon after the explosion took place inside the shop and during the searches recovered 15 hand grenades. The shop owner, tailor master Parvez Khawaja, was arrested and he is being questioned in connection with the recovery of the grenades.
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August - 4 
One suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested by Police in a raid along with Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] literature, arms, ammunition, from a dump in Sirdala Police Station area in Nawada District of Bihar on August 4, reports New Kerala. The Police also recovere
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One suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested by Police in a raid along with Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] literature, arms, ammunition, from a dump in Sirdala Police Station area in Nawada District of Bihar on August 4, reports New Kerala. The Police also recovered four Improvised Explosion Devices (IEDs), one weighing 10 Kilograms and three of five Kilograms; one country-made pistol, 39 detonators, 43 INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) assault rifle cartridges, four uniforms and three mobiles were recovered from a house. The identity of the arrested cadre is yet to be established.
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August - 5 
A militant of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Kitovi Neopak (NSCN-KN) was arrested from Dimapur in Dimapur District of Nagaland, reports Northeast Today on August 6. The arrestee was identified as ‘lieutenant’ Kennedy. A 9mm pistol with a magazine and three rounds were recovered from the arre
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A militant of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Kitovi Neopak (NSCN-KN) was arrested from Dimapur in Dimapur District of Nagaland, reports Northeast Today on August 6. The arrestee was identified as ‘lieutenant’ Kennedy. A 9mm pistol with a magazine and three rounds were recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 5 
On August 5, a handmade bomb was recovered from Jamira Village in Hailakandi District in Assam, reports Northeast Today.
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On August 5, a handmade bomb was recovered from Jamira Village in Hailakandi District in Assam, reports Northeast Today.
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August - 5 
Six Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested during a search operation by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and local Police in the forests near Marjoom village under Katekalyan Police Station limits in Dantewada District in Chhattisgarh on August 5, reports India Toda
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Six Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested during a search operation by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and local Police in the forests near Marjoom village under Katekalyan Police Station limits in Dantewada District in Chhattisgarh on August 5, reports India Today. The arrested Maoists are identified as Pide Veko (25), Piso Kawasi (22), Payko Veko (26), Fagnu Madkami (30), Sanna Kudami (25) and Pojja Kudami (24), all ‘Jan militia’ (people’s army) members of the CPI-Maoist. "A tiffin bomb, electric wire, Maoist bags and commodities of daily use were recovered from them. They were involved in an encounter with security forces near Chikpal village on July 28 this year," a Police official said.
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August - 6 
A leader of an underground Dalam (armed squad) of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-New Democracy (CPI-ML-New Democracy) was arrested from the forest area of Raigudem in the Bhadradri-Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 6, reports Devdiscourse. D Sammaiah (50) was arrested in the
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A leader of an underground Dalam (armed squad) of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-New Democracy (CPI-ML-New Democracy) was arrested from the forest area of Raigudem in the Bhadradri-Kothagudem District of Telangana on August 6, reports Devdiscourse. D Sammaiah (50) was arrested in the forest area along with a .303 rifle along with ammunition, Police said. Superintendent of Police (SP), Sunil Dutt said, Sammaiah, wanted in 13 criminal cases in different Police Stations, was arrested while Police were searching for Dalam members who were involved in firing at a Police party in Bhadradri-Kothagudem District on July 31. In the firing, Linganna, state ‘secretary’ of the CPI-ML-New Democracy, and the ‘Commander’ of the Linganna faction, the underground group formed by him, was killed.
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August - 7 
On August 7, a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) Yung Aung faction was arrested from Project colony in Zunheboto District in Nagaland, tweets Eastern Army Command. The arrestee was identified as ‘captain’ Hito Sumi. One pistol was recovered from the arrestee.
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On August 7, a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) Yung Aung faction was arrested from Project colony in Zunheboto District in Nagaland, tweets Eastern Army Command. The arrestee was identified as ‘captain’ Hito Sumi. One pistol was recovered from the arrestee.
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August - 7 
Two individuals were arrested with 199 rounds of ammunition from Chhinga Veng Village in Aizawl District in Mizoram on August 7, tweets Eastern Army Command.
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Two individuals were arrested with 199 rounds of ammunition from Chhinga Veng Village in Aizawl District in Mizoram on August 7, tweets Eastern Army Command.
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August - 8 
A People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-progressive (PREPAK-pro) militant was arrested from Horu Chinghan in Tirap District in Arunachal Pradesh on August 8, tweets Eastern Army Command. A pistol and six live rounds were recovered from the militant. The arrestee was identified as ‘lance corpora
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A People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-progressive (PREPAK-pro) militant was arrested from Horu Chinghan in Tirap District in Arunachal Pradesh on August 8, tweets Eastern Army Command. A pistol and six live rounds were recovered from the militant. The arrestee was identified as ‘lance corporal’ Malemngamba Singh.
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August - 8 
On August 8, for ULFA-I militants were arrested from Uttar Dhemaji area in Dhemaji District of Assam, reports Assam Tribune. The arrestees were identified as Parthajeet Konwar, Mrinal Phukan, Janak Baruah and Uday Duwara. An ULFA-I flag and sharp weapons were recovered from the militants. According
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On August 8, for ULFA-I militants were arrested from Uttar Dhemaji area in Dhemaji District of Assam, reports Assam Tribune. The arrestees were identified as Parthajeet Konwar, Mrinal Phukan, Janak Baruah and Uday Duwara. An ULFA-I flag and sharp weapons were recovered from the militants. According to Police, ULFA-I had made a hideout in the hilly jungles of Laipulia area and suspects more ULFA-I militants to be in the area, which is along Assam-Arunachal Pradesh boundary.
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August - 9 
One Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was shot dead in an encounter that broke out in the forest area of Tholkobera in Gudri Police Station limits in Khunti District of Jharkhand on August 9 (today), reports Zee News. The encounter took place early morning between the 94 Battalion o
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One Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was shot dead in an encounter that broke out in the forest area of Tholkobera in Gudri Police Station limits in Khunti District of Jharkhand on August 9 (today), reports Zee News. The encounter took place early morning between the 94 Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), the Jharkhand Police, and the Maoists. The identity of the slain Maoist has not been established yet. At least one .315 bore rifle, two double-barrel guns, two AK 47 magazines, ammunition were seized from the encounter site. More than 10 mobile phones and several copies of Aadhaar cards and bank passbooks were also recovered along with the arms and ammunition from the site.
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August - 9 
Two United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants were arrested from Penegri in Tinsukia District in Assam, tweets Eastern Army command on August 9. Two grenades were recovered from the arrestees.
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Two United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants were arrested from Penegri in Tinsukia District in Assam, tweets Eastern Army command on August 9. Two grenades were recovered from the arrestees.
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December - 1 
On December 1, a team of Police and 6 Assam Rifles personnel arrested two people, Khupngaisuan Paite, (25), and Sonthianlam Paite, (34), for smuggling arms along the National Highway 102 on the outskirts of Imphal City, reports East Mojo. Police recovered 60 live rounds of AK, two magazines and two
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On December 1, a team of Police and 6 Assam Rifles personnel arrested two people, Khupngaisuan Paite, (25), and Sonthianlam Paite, (34), for smuggling arms along the National Highway 102 on the outskirts of Imphal City, reports East Mojo. Police recovered 60 live rounds of AK, two magazines and two mobile phones, among other objects.
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December - 10 
An Army deserter and a son of a Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) militant were among five arrested from Kandhali Narangpur village in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab on December 10 in a case related to theft of two INSAS assault rifles from Army cantonment at Panchmarhi in Hoshangabad District of Madhya
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An Army deserter and a son of a Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) militant were among five arrested from Kandhali Narangpur village in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab on December 10 in a case related to theft of two INSAS assault rifles from Army cantonment at Panchmarhi in Hoshangabad District of Madhya Pradesh (MP) on December 6, reports Indian Express. The arrested persons identified as Sepoy Harpreet Singh alias Raja (24), an Army deserter and Jagtar Singh alias Jagga, the son of KZF militant Harbhjan Singh, are the ones who had stolen the riles. The remaining three persons are identified identified as – Karmajit Singh alias Monu and Gurjinder Singh alias Kaka and Sarbjit Singh. The former four are all residents of Miani village in Jalandhar District while the latter is a resident of Chautala village in Hoshiarpur District. The Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Gurpreet Singh Gill said, two INSAS rifles, three magazines, 20 live cartridges, 930 gm of intoxicating powder, three motorcycles, five mobile phones and three swords were recovered from the suspects. Further, as per sources, the Police are investigating terrorist link in the case as father of the accused – Jagtar Singh, was arrested in relation to Khalistani activities along with an AK 47 rifle in September this year.
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December - 11 
The Security Forces (SFs) defused two live mortar shells fired by Pakistan Rangers in a village along the International Border (IB) in Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on December 11, reports Daily Excelsior. The Pakistan Rangers fired dozens of shells targeting Rathawa village in Hiranaga
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The Security Forces (SFs) defused two live mortar shells fired by Pakistan Rangers in a village along the International Border (IB) in Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on December 11, reports Daily Excelsior. The Pakistan Rangers fired dozens of shells targeting Rathawa village in Hiranagar sector on the intervening night of December 10 and 11, the villagers said. The other two shells did not explode and later on, the two shells were safely defused by the SFs averting a major tragedy.
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December - 12 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed and a Special Task Force (STF) trooper was injured in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on December 12, reports News 18. Two CPI-Maoist cadres were killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) that followed after a STF troo
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed and a Special Task Force (STF) trooper was injured in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on December 12, reports News 18. Two CPI-Maoist cadres were killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) that followed after a STF trooper was injured in an IED blast in a forested area between Morpalli and Timapuram villages in the District. The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar range, P. Sundarraj said, "Around 1.30 pm on Thursday, an STF squad was advancing through the jungles of Morpalli when one of its personnel inadvertently stepped onto the pressure IED (Improvised Explosive Device) connection, triggering the blast. He was injured in the incident". Further, "An hour after the first incident, a gunfight broke out between Maoists and another team of DRG and STF in the forest between Morpalli and Timapuram villages. However, Maoists soon escaped into dense forests on finding SFs zeroing on them," the officer said adding that "During the search, bodies of two male Maoists were recovered from the spot along with one muzzle loading weapon, one pistol and huge quantities of explosive materials". The identity of the slain Maoists is yet to be ascertained. A STF trooper, identified as Mahesh Netam, was injured in an IED blast, when Netam had inadvertently stepped on the IED which was planted by the Maoists in the forests of Morpalli in the District. The incident took place when a joint counter-insurgency operation was carried out by STF, District Reserve Guard (DRG), and Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) in the District.
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December - 16 
Two People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested along with arms and ammunition from Balsiring forest under Tupudana Police Station limits in Ranchi District of Jharkhand on December 16, reports Telegraph. The ca
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Two People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested along with arms and ammunition from Balsiring forest under Tupudana Police Station limits in Ranchi District of Jharkhand on December 16, reports Telegraph. The cadres identified as Niranjan Bando (24) and Amrit Kispotta (25) were arrested along with a single-shot, country-made firearm with one round of ammunition. As per the sources, the duo had come to extort INR 50,000 from an employee of Triveni Engicon Private Limited, a Kolkata-based company. The Officer in-charge of Tupudana Police Station, Mohmmed Tarique Anwar said, “They had demanded INR 5 million as levy from the construction company. The company officials first gave December 7 as the date of payment. That day, the company officials told the extremists that during election it is not possible for them to carry such a huge amount in cash. Then the duo demanded INR 50,000 as immediate expenditure and asked company officials to come with the money near Balsiring forest. When they came, they were arrested. They were earlier named in cases of robbery and loot as well.”
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December - 17 December - 19
Police on December 19 had arrested six militants including three women who were involved in bomb explosions across the state, from an unspecified location in Imphal West District, reports The Sangai Express. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Themthing Ngasangva stated that the arrestees were identified
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Police on December 19 had arrested six militants including three women who were involved in bomb explosions across the state, from an unspecified location in Imphal West District, reports The Sangai Express. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Themthing Ngasangva stated that the arrestees were identified as Irom Thaja alias Lata Devi, Khundom Thoibi Devi, Ngangom Roshita alias Abe, Elangbam Inaobi, Moirangthem Ratan Meitei and Sandham Ibomcha. The arrestees were militants of Peoples Liberation Army (PLA). An arrestee, identified as Irom Thaja disclosed that on October 1, an IED was exploded by Paonam Manikanta Singh alias Amuyaima. Thaja also revealed that the IED, which was exploded by Manikanta near Sani Mandir injuring five police personnel and a civilian, as well as two IEDs which were recovered from an Over Ground Worker (OGW) of PLA identified as Basanta from Andro on November 17, were transported by her at the instruction of her ‘commander’, identified as ‘major’ Rishikanta.
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December - 17 December - 23
National Investigation Agency (NIA) on December 23 conducted searches in Delhi and Dimapur in Nagaland at the houses of Alemla Jamir, wife of a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) leader reports India Today. Four bullet proof jackets, 28 rounds of 7.62 and 9MM and 12 bore ro
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) on December 23 conducted searches in Delhi and Dimapur in Nagaland at the houses of Alemla Jamir, wife of a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) leader reports India Today. Four bullet proof jackets, 28 rounds of 7.62 and 9MM and 12 bore rounds as well as spy cameras and pistol holsters and magazine puches were recovered from her house. She is the wife of Pungting Shirmrang alias James Jamir who is a member of NSCN-IM steering committee. Earlier on December 20, NIA had re-registered a case under relevant provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for terror financing of NSCN (IM). Alemla is alleged to be working for NSCN (IM) and was detained at New Delhi airport on December 17 with INR 7.2 Million.
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December - 18 
A rocket launcher was recovered at Bimalanagar village in Baksa District on December 18, reports Northeast Now. According to sources, the rocket launcher was found in river Balti when the excavator of a sand trader was mining sand in the river. According to the police, rocket launchers were used by
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A rocket launcher was recovered at Bimalanagar village in Baksa District on December 18, reports Northeast Now. According to sources, the rocket launcher was found in river Balti when the excavator of a sand trader was mining sand in the river. According to the police, rocket launchers were used by some militant groups, who were taking shelter in the forest in Bhutan along the international border, during Operation All Clear in 2003.
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December - 19 
Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have been arrested by Security Force (SF) personnel from forests in Dantewada and Bijapur Districts of Chhattisgarh on December 19, reports Yahoo News. According to Police, a joint team of Dantewada District Force and District Reserve Guard (D
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Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have been arrested by Security Force (SF) personnel from forests in Dantewada and Bijapur Districts of Chhattisgarh on December 19, reports Yahoo News. According to Police, a joint team of Dantewada District Force and District Reserve Guard (DRG) arrested three Maoists, identified as Hidma Markam alias Savarkar, ‘chief’ of Malangir area committee, Kamlesh Madkami alias Modu Markam and Markam alias Bachhu, a public militia member, from Kutrem forest near Madkami Ras village in Dantewada District. One tiffin bomb was also recovered from their possession, Police said. Similarly, a Maoist was arrested during area exercise domination by Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) from a forest area near Kokada village in Bijapur District. The identity of the arrested Maoist is yet to be ascertained.
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December - 19 
Police unearthed a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) dump during a combing operation from a cave in the forests near Selaganuri village under Y Ramavaram Mandal (administrative sub-division) in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh on December 19, reports The Times of India. Speaking t
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Police unearthed a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) dump during a combing operation from a cave in the forests near Selaganuri village under Y Ramavaram Mandal (administrative sub-division) in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh on December 19, reports The Times of India. Speaking to the media in Kakinada, Superintendent of Police (SP), Nayeem Asmi, said as many as 46 gelatin sticks used for landmines, 12 bore guns, six empty cartridges and some land miners were recovered from the dump.
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December - 19 
Two cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) including a woman were killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in two separate incidents in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on December 19, reports Pioneer.Sukma Superintendent of Police Shalabh Sinha said, “The first inciden
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Two cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) including a woman were killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in two separate incidents in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on December 19, reports Pioneer.Sukma Superintendent of Police Shalabh Sinha said, “The first incident took place in a forested area near Singanmadgu village under Chintagufa Police Station limits around 9 am when SFs were out on a counter insurgency operation”.Acting on inputs about the presence of Maoists in the Chintagufa area, separate teams of the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) unit of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and local Police had launched the operation, he said.When one of the patrolling teams of DRG was advancing through the forest area between Singanmadgu and Kedwal villages, they encountered armed Maoists resulting in the gun battle. Later on, body of a woman Maoist was found at the encounter spot, he added.In another incident, around 1.30 pm, a joint team of 206 CoBRA, DRG and Special Task Force (STF) engaged in gun battle with Maoists in same Police Station limits.Later, body of a male Maoist was recovered along with a country made weapon, Improvised Explosive Device (IED), explosives and huge quantity of ration and utensils.
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December - 2 
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was injured while defusing one of the five Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) planted by the cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Sagmetta village in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on December 2, reports The Times of India. A Po
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A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was injured while defusing one of the five Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) planted by the cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Sagmetta village in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on December 2, reports The Times of India. A Police Official said, the CRPF personnel recovered four of the IEDs that were planted between Sarkeguda and Tarrem villages and the fifth one was detected from a place near Sagmetta village where the device was kept behind a Maoist banner. When the CRPF personnel were defusing it, the device exploded, causing injuries to the CRPF trooper, identified as Madkam Somdu, the Official added.
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December - 2 
On December 2, Police recovered weapons from Khabam Chumbreithong area in Imphal West District, reports The Sangai Express. One modified .303 rifle, one .303 magazine, 6 rounds of 7.62 mm ammunition, machine bow, 17 arrows, samples of arrow heads and two single barrel guns were recovered. The recove
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On December 2, Police recovered weapons from Khabam Chumbreithong area in Imphal West District, reports The Sangai Express. One modified .303 rifle, one .303 magazine, 6 rounds of 7.62 mm ammunition, machine bow, 17 arrows, samples of arrow heads and two single barrel guns were recovered. The recovery was made from the house of arms smugglers arrested on December 1.
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December - 22 
Security Forces (SFs) destroyed a suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on the Baramulla-Uri road in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on December 22, reports Daily Excelsior."A suspicious object was found on the roadside on the Baramulla-Uri highway and was subsequently destroyed
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Security Forces (SFs) destroyed a suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on the Baramulla-Uri road in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on December 22, reports Daily Excelsior."A suspicious object was found on the roadside on the Baramulla-Uri highway and was subsequently destroyed by the experts of bomb disposal squad," Police said.
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December - 24 
On December 24, Border Security Force (BSF) recovered arms and grenade launcher from a house in Aizawl, along Myanmar border in Aizawl District, reports Northeast Now. It is suspected that the arms were dumped by Myanmarese rebel group Arakanese Liberation Army (ALA). Six M-16 rifles, three AK-47, o
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On December 24, Border Security Force (BSF) recovered arms and grenade launcher from a house in Aizawl, along Myanmar border in Aizawl District, reports Northeast Now. It is suspected that the arms were dumped by Myanmarese rebel group Arakanese Liberation Army (ALA). Six M-16 rifles, three AK-47, one SLR rifle and one G-3 rifle, a 9mm pistol, two claymore mines, and an under-barrel grenade launcher were recovered from the house. INR 1,19,100 was also recovered from the house. Mizoram, Assam, Tripura and Meghalaya, the four northeastern states share a 1,880-km border with Bangladesh, while Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh have a 1,640-km unfenced border with Myanmar.
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December - 24 
Two cadres of CPI-Maoist were arrested along with weapons by Khunti Police from Kumbuduhutub forest area under Arki Police Station limits in Khunti District on December 24, reports Dainik Bhaskar. The arrested duo has been identified as Asai Munda alias Sanika Munda and Raja Munda. The Superintend
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Two cadres of CPI-Maoist were arrested along with weapons by Khunti Police from Kumbuduhutub forest area under Arki Police Station limits in Khunti District on December 24, reports Dainik Bhaskar. The arrested duo has been identified as Asai Munda alias Sanika Munda and Raja Munda. The Superintendent of Police (SP), Ashutosh Shekhar said on receiving input that the absconding Maoist, Asay Munda along with his comrades had gathered in the said forest. Following which, SFs arrested them and two native kattas and 8 bullets have also been recovered from their possession.
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December - 26 
A wanted cadre of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was arrested by the Police from Nilawaya forest in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on December 26, reports Odishabytes. The cadre identified as Kesha Koharam was arrested after Police received a tip off about his presence in the fores
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A wanted cadre of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was arrested by the Police from Nilawaya forest in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on December 26, reports Odishabytes. The cadre identified as Kesha Koharam was arrested after Police received a tip off about his presence in the forest, following which a joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Potali Police cordoned off and raided the said forest. The Police also seized a bunch of wire and detonators from his possession. According to Police, Kesha was involved in the killing of Achyutananda Sahu, the cameraman of Doordarshan and three security personnel in an ambush inside Aranpur forests in the District in October last year. He is an active member of the ‘Darabha Action Committee’ of the CPI-Maoist and an expert in Improvised Explosive Device (IED) pressure blast and was carrying a cash reward of INR 200,000 on his head. Earlier, SATP had reported that four persons were killed in Maoist attack in Nilawaya forest on October 30, 2018.
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December - 26 
On December 26, four persons were arrested near Laxmi Nagar in East Delhi with Fake Currency Notes (FICN) worth INR 540,000 and 0.16 million US dollars, reports Times of India. The four were caught while trying to set up studio for FICN printing. Led by Tabrez Ahmed, the FICN racket was being carrie
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On December 26, four persons were arrested near Laxmi Nagar in East Delhi with Fake Currency Notes (FICN) worth INR 540,000 and 0.16 million US dollars, reports Times of India. The four were caught while trying to set up studio for FICN printing. Led by Tabrez Ahmed, the FICN racket was being carried out by Unwan Ansari, Danish Malik and Shoaib Malik. Unwan Ansari, a Delhi University student along with Danish Malik through their web designing expertise allegedly copied the design of real currency notes and used high-resolution colour printouts on special paper to make them look authentic. Along with a large amount of printing material and paper, two pistols and four rounds were also recovered from the racketeers.
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December - 27 
A militant of Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) was arrested from Monglumukh in Karbi Anglong District, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee was identified as Maiham Diphusa. A.22 pistol along with five rounds of ammunition were recovered from the arrestee who was involved in grenade throwing in
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A militant of Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) was arrested from Monglumukh in Karbi Anglong District, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee was identified as Maiham Diphusa. A.22 pistol along with five rounds of ammunition were recovered from the arrestee who was involved in grenade throwing incident at Manja Bazar on October 3 after ransom amount was not delivered. DNLA is a new group that has been floated recently after the other prominent extremist groups have laid down their arms and is making its presence felt in Karbi Anglong District.
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December - 29 
A ‘sub-zonal commander’ of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Vikas Rajak was arrested in a joint operation by District Police and the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) from Rasulaganj under Motipur Police Station limits in Muzaffarpur District of Bihar on December 29, reports The Ti
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A ‘sub-zonal commander’ of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Vikas Rajak was arrested in a joint operation by District Police and the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) from Rasulaganj under Motipur Police Station limits in Muzaffarpur District of Bihar on December 29, reports The Times of India. The team recovered firearms and huge cache of Maoist literature from his possession. The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Jayant Kant, said that Vikas was arrested by a joint team led by DSP (west), Krishna Murari Prasad, and SSB Company Commander, Rituraj. “On a tip-off that Rajak and some of his associates would assemble at Rajak’s residence at Rasulaganj village to plan some Maoist activities in the region, I set up the team which cordoned the entire village before starting a combing operation. Vikas was arrested from his house, while his associates fled from the vicinity apprehending trouble. The team recovered some firearms and literature related to Maoist ideology from the house,” the SSP said. Rajak was made a ‘sub-zonal commander’ of the outfit after his brother in-law Ram Pravesh Baitha was arrested from Motipur region in 2014, the SSP said adding that the Maoist was wanted in more than six cases lodged with Paru, Minapur and other Police Stations of the District.
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December - 29 
A United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) linkman and two new recruits were arrested in Namrup of Dibrugarh District, reports Newslive tv. The arrested recruits were identified as Bidyut Charingia, Jishu Borah and the linkman was identified as Rantu Sonowal alias Ran Asom. A pistol with
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A United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) linkman and two new recruits were arrested in Namrup of Dibrugarh District, reports Newslive tv. The arrested recruits were identified as Bidyut Charingia, Jishu Borah and the linkman was identified as Rantu Sonowal alias Ran Asom. A pistol with live ammunition was recovered from the arrestees. According to the Army sources, five to six new recruits were planning to move towards Myanmar after getting together at Namrup and neighbouring areas of Charaideo District. Army also stated that Rantu Sonowal played instrumental role in the recruitment drive of the outfit.
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December - 29 
Army detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near the Line of Control (LoC) in Keri sector of Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on December 29, reports Daily Excelsior. The troops spotted an IED planted near the LoC in Keri sector and called the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS),
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Army detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near the Line of Control (LoC) in Keri sector of Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on December 29, reports Daily Excelsior. The troops spotted an IED planted near the LoC in Keri sector and called the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS), which was later defused safely. It was being ascertained whether the IED had been planted by the militants or the Border Action Team (BAT) members of Pakistan after infiltrating into the Indian territory from the LoC.
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December - 29 
Suspected cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed two civilians after branding them as ‘police informers’ in two separate incidents in Lakhisarai District of Bihar on December 29, reports The Times of India. In one incident, the Maoists abducted Mughal Koda (50) from Baskund Ko
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Suspected cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed two civilians after branding them as ‘police informers’ in two separate incidents in Lakhisarai District of Bihar on December 29, reports The Times of India. In one incident, the Maoists abducted Mughal Koda (50) from Baskund Korasi under Chanan Police Station limits and shot him dead by using a SLR (Self-Loading Rifle) rifle. In another incident, Maoists abducted Sanjay Koda (30) from Gobardaha village under the same Police Station and subsequently shot him dead by using an AK-47 rifle. The Station House Officer (SHO), Vaibhav Kumar said the used cartridges of AK-47 and SLR had been recovered from the places where the bodies were found. Mughal had received two bullet injuries whereas Sanjay had multiple injuries. Further, the Maoists had left pamphlets on the spot, warning local residents of meeting the same fate if they dared to leak information about the activities of the outfit. The pamphlets also revealed the names of four people who had been given death penalty earlier by the Kangaroo court (people’s court) organised by the Maoists. Three of them have already been eliminated. The Sub Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of the District said, “The search operation in the forest will continue,” adding that patrolling has been intensified in the region to instill a sense of security among the residents, mostly belonging to tribal community. The police seized a large quantity of CPI-Maoist literature during the search operation.”
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December - 4 
A huge cache of explosives was recovered from a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) hideout in a joint operation by District Police and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) from Lakhibad village under Gopikandar Police Station limits in Dumka District of Jharkhand on December 4, reports UNI. The Supe
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A huge cache of explosives was recovered from a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) hideout in a joint operation by District Police and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) from Lakhibad village under Gopikandar Police Station limits in Dumka District of Jharkhand on December 4, reports UNI. The Superintendent of Police (SP), Y.S. Ramesh, said, "On a tip-off in the said village, we have recovered 320 gelatin sticks and 200 detonators and we are investigating the Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] angle, whether the Naxals wanted to disturb the assembly elections. This is very sensitive as during 2014 and 2019 elections also, there were explosions. We are also not ruling out that with these explosives Maoists would have disturbed the electoral process in Jharkhand. We have tightened the check posts as we have got some more leads."
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December - 4 
Three cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested from a forested area near Taliperu dam in Cherla Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana on December 4, reports Telangana Today. The arrested cadres have been identified as ‘militia
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Three cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested from a forested area near Taliperu dam in Cherla Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana on December 4, reports Telangana Today. The arrested cadres have been identified as ‘militia members’ — Podium Idamaiah (29) of Yerrampadu inCherla and Vanjam Masa (23) of Chinnakedipayi of Chhattisgarhand a ‘Maoist courier’ — Panda Krishna Murthy (41) of Pusuguppa in Charla Mandal. The trio was arrested duringan area domination exercise by the Police at the said location and recovered 30 gelatin sticks and 12 detonators from their possession.The Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Rajesh Chandra, said Maoist top leaders Hari Bhushan, Damodar, Raji Reddy, SodiJogaiah and others recently met in the forests of Puttapadu village on the Telangana and Chhattisgarh border.Theleaders deputed the two ‘militia members’ to handover the explosive material to the courier at Taliperu dam area. They were spotted by the Police when the ‘militia member’ was handing over the material to the courier.Of the three arrested cadres, Idamaiah was facing as many as 12 cases of which three are murder cases and others blasting explosives and planting explosive material targeting Police, political and civilian targets, the ASP added.
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February - 1 
On February 1, Police recovered bomb like object from Shantipara area in Dibrugarh District, reports Sentinel Assam. According to a Police official, ‘As per our preliminary investigation we are yet to confirm whether it is a grenade or any kind of explosives. We are waiting for the final reports’.
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On February 1, Police recovered bomb like object from Shantipara area in Dibrugarh District, reports Sentinel Assam. According to a Police official, ‘As per our preliminary investigation we are yet to confirm whether it is a grenade or any kind of explosives. We are waiting for the final reports’.
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February - 10 
Five militants belonged to Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were killed in an encounter at Kellam village in Devsar area of Kulgam District on February 10, reports Daily Excelsior. The slain militants were identified as Waseem Ahmad Rather, Aqib Nazir Mir, Parvaiz Ahmad Bhat, Idrees
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Five militants belonged to Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were killed in an encounter at Kellam village in Devsar area of Kulgam District on February 10, reports Daily Excelsior. The slain militants were identified as Waseem Ahmad Rather, Aqib Nazir Mir, Parvaiz Ahmad Bhat, Idrees Ahmad Bhat and Zahid Ahmad Parray (all local residents). According to Security Forces (SFs), these militants belonged to HM and LeT outfits and they were wanted for various militant activities including attacks on security establishments and civilians. The house where militants were hiding was damaged during the operation. Police said that incriminating material such as arms and ammunition was recovered from the site of encounter. “All these materials have been taken in the case records for the purpose of investigation”, Police added. Later, the bodies of the killed militants were handed over to their families.
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February - 13 
Two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)militants, identified as Hilal Ahmad Wani and Shoaib Mohammad Lone aliasMursi(local residents) were killed in an encounter at Chadoora area of Budgam District on February 13, reports Daily Excelsior. As the Security Forces (SFs) conducted searches, they were fired upon by
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Two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)militants, identified as Hilal Ahmad Wani and Shoaib Mohammad Lone aliasMursi(local residents) were killed in an encounter at Chadoora area of Budgam District on February 13, reports Daily Excelsior. As the Security Forces (SFs) conducted searches, they were fired upon by the militants and the troops returned the fire, leading to a gunfight.Two militants were killed in the gun battle and their bodies were retrieved from the site along with the arms and ammunition.
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February - 12 
One soldier, identified as Baljeet Singh and a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, identified as Hilal Ahmad Rather alias Zarar of Begumbagh (local resident) were killed in an encounter at Ratnipora in Pulwama District on February 12, reports Daily Excelsior. Two soldiers were also injured in the gun
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One soldier, identified as Baljeet Singh and a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, identified as Hilal Ahmad Rather alias Zarar of Begumbagh (local resident) were killed in an encounter at Ratnipora in Pulwama District on February 12, reports Daily Excelsior. Two soldiers were also injured in the gun battle. Sources said that the militants were hiding in the house of Javed Ahmad and when the Security Forces (SFs) cordoned off the village, they fired at the SFs while fleeing to another house. The house where the militants were hiding was razed to rubble during the encounter but only one body was recovered from the debris. Two other militants, who were believed to be foreigners, fled from the house during the gun battle. The militants were part of a joint group of HM and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). “Incriminating material such as arms and ammunition, was recovered from the site of encounter. All these materials have been taken in the case records for the purpose of investigation, Police said.
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February - 12 
Two suspected Maoist couriers carrying cash and ammunition were arrested in Bastar District of Chhattisgarh on February 12, reports Devdiscourse.Mandra Nagesh (28) and Bhavesh Rao (31) were arrested from the Parpa Police Station area of Jagdalpur town, a senior Police official said.Acting on a speci
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Two suspected Maoist couriers carrying cash and ammunition were arrested in Bastar District of Chhattisgarh on February 12, reports Devdiscourse.Mandra Nagesh (28) and Bhavesh Rao (31) were arrested from the Parpa Police Station area of Jagdalpur town, a senior Police official said.Acting on a specific tip-off, the two were intercepted near the old Sale tax Naka in the town, the officer said. INR 500,000 in cash and cartridges of INSAS, AK-47, .12 bore gun and 9 mm pistol were seized from their possession along with 25 detonators and four explosive sticks, the Police official added. The money and ammunition were meant to be supplied to the Maoists, the official claimed.Nagesh, a resident of Bijapur District, was earlier head of DandakaranyaKisaanMajdoorSangathan (DKMS), a Maoist front, in Madded area, the official said. At least seven Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE]-related cases were registered against him and he was in jail from 2013 to 2015, the official added.
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February - 13 
An exchange of fire between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and Security Force(SF) personnel took place in a forest near Katolghati village of Kalahandi District of Odisha on February 13, reports The New Indian Express.Kalahandi Superintendent of Police (SP), B Gangdhar said
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An exchange of fire between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and Security Force(SF) personnel took place in a forest near Katolghati village of Kalahandi District of Odisha on February 13, reports The New Indian Express.Kalahandi Superintendent of Police (SP), B Gangdhar said the Maoists were present in a hillock in the forest and seeing the District Voluntary Force (DVF) personnel, they opened fire. When the SF personnel retaliated, the rebels escaped into the forest leaving behind arms and explosives in their temporary camp. The SP said that there were 10 to 12 Maoists present during the exchange of fire including four women cadres and some cadres in plain clothes who are suspected to be militia.The SF personnel seized three 12-bore country made guns, a live tiffin bomb containing 500 grams explosives, detonator, radio sets, Maoist literature besides, blankets, jackets, uniforms, solar plates, radio sets and water containers. The tiffin bomb was later defused.The SP further informed that Kalahandi Dalam (armed squad), Indravati Dalam and NiyamgiriDalam of Bansadhara-Ghumusar-Nagavali (BGN) Division of the CPI-Maoist besides, a new Dalam of Kalahandi-Kandhamal-Boudh-Nayagarh (KKBN) Division of the outfit are active in the District.
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February - 14 
On February 14, a youth was arrested from Viewland in Ukhrul District along with explosives, reports Imphal Free Press. The arrestee has been identified as Yaoreipam Laskar. Two kilograms of explosive powder along with gelatine, battery, remote and fuse were recovered from his possession.
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On February 14, a youth was arrested from Viewland in Ukhrul District along with explosives, reports Imphal Free Press. The arrestee has been identified as Yaoreipam Laskar. Two kilograms of explosive powder along with gelatine, battery, remote and fuse were recovered from his possession.
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February - 14 
On February 14, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from Catholic School in Canchanpur in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. Kangleipak Communist Party -Peoples War Group (Marxist centre) (KCP-PWG) claimed responsibility for the incident and stated that this was the fina
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On February 14, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from Catholic School in Canchanpur in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. Kangleipak Communist Party -Peoples War Group (Marxist centre) (KCP-PWG) claimed responsibility for the incident and stated that this was the final warning to the Catholic Education Society for them to hold talks with the group.
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February - 14 
One cadre of the People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) at Merambir forest in Khunti District of Jharkhand on February 14, reports The Hindu. The SFs recovered the body
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One cadre of the People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) at Merambir forest in Khunti District of Jharkhand on February 14, reports The Hindu. The SFs recovered the body and an automatic rifle from the encounter site. The identity of the slain rebel is yet to be established.
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February - 14 
The Police recovered 15 landmines connected to each other at Mohantala in Palamu District of Jharkhand on February 14, reports Devdiscourse. Superintendent of Police (SP), Inderjit Mahata, said that the serially connected explosives laid by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres wer
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The Police recovered 15 landmines connected to each other at Mohantala in Palamu District of Jharkhand on February 14, reports Devdiscourse. Superintendent of Police (SP), Inderjit Mahata, said that the serially connected explosives laid by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were found during an anti-Naxal[Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation under Pirtand Police Station of the District. A Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) from Ranchi had disabled the explosives, he said. The SP said that operation has been stepped up against the banned organisations ahead of the Lok Sabha(lower house of the Indian Parliament)elections.
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February - 16 
A joint team of Madhuwan Police and 154 battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Durga Tudu from Parasnath forest area near Virnagra village in Giridih District of Jharkhand on February 16, reports The Pioneer. Acco
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A joint team of Madhuwan Police and 154 battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Durga Tudu from Parasnath forest area near Virnagra village in Giridih District of Jharkhand on February 16, reports The Pioneer. According Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Niraj Kumar he is said to be the face of terror among the people of Giridih and Bokaro for the last 19 years. "Police also recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition from his possession,” said Surendra Kumar Jha, Superintendent of Police (SP), Giridih. The list of recovered items includes 125 cartridges, Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] literature, audio cassette and photo album, he added. Durga Tudu belonging to Karmatard within limits of Khukhra Police Station was currently on remand by the Jharkhand Police after being arrested from Virnagra village in Giridih.
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February - 16 
On February 16, Security Forces (SFs) recovered Thirteen rounds of live .303 rifle cartridges from near Srimantapur Border Check post in Sonamura of Sepahijala District of Tripura, reports Indian Express. According to authorities, SFs also arrested one person in connection with the recovery.
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On February 16, Security Forces (SFs) recovered Thirteen rounds of live .303 rifle cartridges from near Srimantapur Border Check post in Sonamura of Sepahijala District of Tripura, reports Indian Express. According to authorities, SFs also arrested one person in connection with the recovery.
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February - 16 
Security Forces (SFs) on February 16 arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI- Maoist) cadre, Durga Soren alias Durga Dudhu, from the foothills of Parasnath Hills in Giridih District, reports UNI. Based on the information provided by the arrested cadre, SFs also destroyed two bunkers and a la
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Security Forces (SFs) on February 16 arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI- Maoist) cadre, Durga Soren alias Durga Dudhu, from the foothills of Parasnath Hills in Giridih District, reports UNI. Based on the information provided by the arrested cadre, SFs also destroyed two bunkers and a large number of cartridges and other explosive items were recovered
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February - 18 
Three people including a woman were arrested on February 18 from Lhomithi in Dimapur District with arms and ammunition, reports Nagaland Post. One point 22 pistol and four live rounds of point 22 pistol were recovered from the arrestees. The arrestees were identified as LiviAchumi, Tovika Achumi and
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Three people including a woman were arrested on February 18 from Lhomithi in Dimapur District with arms and ammunition, reports Nagaland Post. One point 22 pistol and four live rounds of point 22 pistol were recovered from the arrestees. The arrestees were identified as LiviAchumi, Tovika Achumi and Yekivi Ayemi.
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February - 2 
A woman was killed and another injured during an exchange of fire between the Security Forces (SFs) and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forest of Rengaiguda village in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on February 2, reports Devdiscourse News. Superintendent of Police (SP), J
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A woman was killed and another injured during an exchange of fire between the Security Forces (SFs) and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forest of Rengaiguda village in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on February 2, reports Devdiscourse News. Superintendent of Police (SP), Jitendra Shukla said, "Investigation revealed that both the women were residents of Godelguda village and not Naxal cadres. They were caught in the crossfire between security personnel and ultras while they had gone to a forest for some routine work.". An inquiry has been initiated into the incident. The kin of the victims will be provided necessary assistance by the district administration and police, the SP said. The identities of the slain and injured victims are yet to be established.During a search of the encounter spot, one muzzle loading gun, a bag containing cash INR 9,058 cash, cordex wires, couple of electronic detonators and gelatin sticks along with other Maoist-related material were recovered, the SP added.
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February - 2 
Security Force (SF) personnel recovered a landmine, suspected to have been planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), during a combing operation in Langalakanta forest under K Balang Police limits in Sundargarh District of Odisha on February 2 morning, reports Kalinga TV. According
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Security Force (SF) personnel recovered a landmine, suspected to have been planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), during a combing operation in Langalakanta forest under K Balang Police limits in Sundargarh District of Odisha on February 2 morning, reports Kalinga TV. According to Police, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel detected a landmine weighing around 15 kilograms, while conducting combing operation in Langalakanta forest to check the Maoists during their observance of ‘Shaheed Saptah’ (Martyr’s week) in the area. Later, the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) safely defused the landmine.
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February - 2 February - 3
Security Forces (SFs) arrested two leaders of Achik National Liberation Army (ANLA) & All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) from West Karbi Anglong & Golaghat Districts in separate incidents, tweets Eastern Army Command. The arrests were made on February 2 and February 3. Two pistols and two
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested two leaders of Achik National Liberation Army (ANLA) & All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) from West Karbi Anglong & Golaghat Districts in separate incidents, tweets Eastern Army Command. The arrests were made on February 2 and February 3. Two pistols and two grenades were recovered from the militants.
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February - 20 
Following a low intensity blast at Mira Road in Thane District on February 20 and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) recovery from Raigad, Maharashtra Police is on high alert, reports Business Standard. According to Police the device used in Thane blast was a non-sophisticated device while the IED
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Following a low intensity blast at Mira Road in Thane District on February 20 and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) recovery from Raigad, Maharashtra Police is on high alert, reports Business Standard. According to Police the device used in Thane blast was a non-sophisticated device while the IED recovered from Raigad had the potential to cause damage. The Hindu further adds that the IED was recovered from a Maharashtra State Transport bus in Apta in Raigad District. According an official who is part of investigation, some elements of the IED could have been assembled only by experts, while rest of device was put together in a semi-crude fashion. An official also stated that the IED seems to have been put together using a urea-based powder and electrical circuits which could be activated using a remote detonator.
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February - 21 
A secret Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)camp was busted by Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Niyamgiri hills region near Tuluba village under Kalyansinghpur Police Station limits in Rayagada District of Odisha on February 21, reports The Hindu.According to Police sources,
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A secret Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)camp was busted by Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Niyamgiri hills region near Tuluba village under Kalyansinghpur Police Station limits in Rayagada District of Odisha on February 21, reports The Hindu.According to Police sources, 15 gelatin sticks, 15 detonators, one Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the form of a ‘tiffin box’, batteries and wires were recovered from the spot.
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February - 21 
On February 21, a militant of People’s Democratic Council of Karbi-Longri (PDCK) militant was arrested from Harinathgao in East Karbi Anglong District, tweeted the official twitter handle of Eastern Army Command. A pistol and ammunition were recovered from the unidentified militant.
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On February 21, a militant of People’s Democratic Council of Karbi-Longri (PDCK) militant was arrested from Harinathgao in East Karbi Anglong District, tweeted the official twitter handle of Eastern Army Command. A pistol and ammunition were recovered from the unidentified militant.
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February - 22 
A team of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)personnel and State Police busted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)dump at Majuraha Pahar near Bagsara village under Pipra Police Station in Palamu District of Jharkhand on February 22, reports The Pioneer. The team recovered four Improvised
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A team of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)personnel and State Police busted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)dump at Majuraha Pahar near Bagsara village under Pipra Police Station in Palamu District of Jharkhand on February 22, reports The Pioneer. The team recovered four Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), three guns, one radio set, 32 gelatin sticks and two back bags. There were some Maoist’s literatures, batteries and charger too that were recovered.Commandant of 134 battalion of CRPF AD Sharma said, the Maoists had hidden these things in polythene wrapper and these were kept in a natural cave so developed on the MajurahaPahar. The four IEDs were stuffed in small cans which when put together could weigh fourkilograms. A Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) is to neutralize it added Sharma.
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February - 4 
Another bag of explosives was recovered from Jagiroad in Morigaon District. The bag contained 160 pieces of gelatine sticks in eight packets and 500 pieces of detonators in five packets. Both recoveries were made from Awadh Assam express. Police are reportedly exploring the possibility of extremist
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Another bag of explosives was recovered from Jagiroad in Morigaon District. The bag contained 160 pieces of gelatine sticks in eight packets and 500 pieces of detonators in five packets. Both recoveries were made from Awadh Assam express. Police are reportedly exploring the possibility of extremist plan for a major strike in Assam.
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February - 22 
Two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM)militants were killed in a fierce gun battle with Security Forces (SFs) in Warpora area of Sopore in Baramulla District on February 22, reports Daily Excelsior.As the SFs conducted search operation, the search party was fired upon by the militants and the troops fired back
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Two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM)militants were killed in a fierce gun battle with Security Forces (SFs) in Warpora area of Sopore in Baramulla District on February 22, reports Daily Excelsior.As the SFs conducted search operation, the search party was fired upon by the militants and the troops fired back leading to a gunfight. The operation was put on hold last night (February 21) and the SFs tightened the cordon so that the militants may not flee.One militant was killed in the encounter in the morning (February 22) and the gun battle continued for several hours. Later, in the evening the troops blew up the house completely in which second militant was killed.Incriminating material including arms and ammunition was recovered from the site of encounter.Sources said that the two militants are believed to be of JeM.
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February - 23 
SFs recovered at least 17 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), over 200 detonators together with Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE]-related posters from a forest area under Gopikandar Police Station limits in Dumka District of Jharkhand on February 23, reports New Kerala.com. “On Saturday we unearthed
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SFs recovered at least 17 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), over 200 detonators together with Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE]-related posters from a forest area under Gopikandar Police Station limits in Dumka District of Jharkhand on February 23, reports New Kerala.com. “On Saturday we unearthed the buried Maoist dump with the help of metal detectors during the combing operations. We recovered 17 land mines, of which three were of 10kg each. The remaining weighed up to 5kg each. 200 electric detonators, 1 grenade detonating cord and other explosives were also seized,” Sanjay Kumar Gupta, commandant, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) said.
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February - 24 
Three cadres of the Peoples Liberation Front of India's (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a ‘sub-zonal commander’ identified as Gujju Gope, were killed during an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Khunti District of Jharkhand on February 24,
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Three cadres of the Peoples Liberation Front of India's (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a ‘sub-zonal commander’ identified as Gujju Gope, were killed during an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Khunti District of Jharkhand on February 24, reports The Hans India.Gujju had INR one million bounty on his head and was wanted by SFs since long as around 32 cases including murder were registered against him at different Police Stations in the area, Khunti Superintendent of Police (SP) Alok Kumar said. Gujju was also involved in an encounter with the Bano Police in Simdega District of Jharkhand on April 8, 2017, where Police Station in-charge Vidyapati Singh and a SF personnel Toram Biruli lost their lives. After the encounter along with the slain bodies of the rebels, Police recovered arms and ammunition from the encounter site.The identity of the other two cadres were yet to be established.
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February - 24 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in Gumla District of Jharkhand on February 24, reports The Pioneer.The encounter erupted after 209 Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA)troopers of Central Reserve Police For
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in Gumla District of Jharkhand on February 24, reports The Pioneer.The encounter erupted after 209 Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA)troopers of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), along with Jharkhand Police, launched a special operation at 6.20 am in the District. After the encounter, the SF personnel seized two AK-47 pistols, two .315mm rifle and a pistol from the encounter site.
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February - 26 
Police arrested one dalam (armed squad) member of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-New Democracy (CPI-ML-New Democracy) Chandranna faction’s, Ashok dalam, and a courier from Mahabubabad District of Telangana on February 26, reports Telangana Today. Police also seized a 12 bore single ba
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Police arrested one dalam (armed squad) member of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-New Democracy (CPI-ML-New Democracy) Chandranna faction’s, Ashok dalam, and a courier from Mahabubabad District of Telangana on February 26, reports Telangana Today. Police also seized a 12 bore single barrel gun and revolutionary literature from their possession. Superintendent of Police (SP) N Koti Reddy stated that the arrested had been identified as BijjaRampratapalias Pratap, dalam member, involved in six offences including a murder, a native of Motlatimmapuram of BayyaramMandal (administrative sub-division), and the courier Daravath Harichand of Bhadruthanda village under Enkoor Mandal in Khammam District of the State.
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February - 27 
Earlier on February 27, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from the Imphal Ukhrul road between Litan and Shakpao in Ukhrul District, E-pao.
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Earlier on February 27, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from the Imphal Ukhrul road between Litan and Shakpao in Ukhrul District, E-pao.
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February - 27 
Tripura Police on February 27 arrested six surrendered militants of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) from an unspecified location, reports Northeast Today. They were involved in robbing a petrol pump in Udaipur area of Gomati District. The arrestees were identified as Falguni Hari Jamatia
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Tripura Police on February 27 arrested six surrendered militants of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) from an unspecified location, reports Northeast Today. They were involved in robbing a petrol pump in Udaipur area of Gomati District. The arrestees were identified as Falguni Hari Jamatia, SarikDebbarma, Victor Jamatia, PushpasadhganJamatia K V Molsom and DayalJamatia. Police recovered INR 30,000 a 9MM pistol, nine live cartridges and a dagger from the ex- militants.
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February - 27 
Two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Meemendar area in Shopian District on February 27 (today), reports Daily Excelsior. SFs launched a search operation which turned into an encounter after militants opened fire towards the SFs. The two milit
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Two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Meemendar area in Shopian District on February 27 (today), reports Daily Excelsior. SFs launched a search operation which turned into an encounter after militants opened fire towards the SFs. The two militants were killed in the ensuing gunfight. The officials said the slain militants were affiliated with proscribed JeM. Arms and ammunition were also recovered from the scene of the encounter, sources said.
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February - 28 
A factional clash occurred between militants of unidentified Kuki militant groups on February 28 at Kalapahar in Kangpokpi District, reports Imphal Free Press. One militant, the ‘chairman’ of Kuki Defence Force (KDF) identified as LimminlenKhongsai was wounded in the incident. He was later arrested
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A factional clash occurred between militants of unidentified Kuki militant groups on February 28 at Kalapahar in Kangpokpi District, reports Imphal Free Press. One militant, the ‘chairman’ of Kuki Defence Force (KDF) identified as LimminlenKhongsai was wounded in the incident. He was later arrested from Kangpokpi town in Kangpokpi District. One Lathode; one 9mm Berretta with two Magazines; five Chinese hand grenades; six Grenade (M3-1); one stun grenade; eleven detonators three 40mm HE round (lathode); three 40mm High Explosive (HE) round case; twenty-two 9mm rounds; twelve 5.56mm live round; three 7.62mm live round and one empty case were recovered from the arrestee’s residence. The arrested militant was behind explosions on October 19, 2018 and November 3, 2018 (both in at Kangpokpi Town) as well as February 9, 2019 explosion at Keithelmanbi Military Colony in Kangpokpi District.
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February - 3 
A man was arrested with two grenades from a bus at Bokakhat in Golaghat District, reports Northeast Today on February 4. A revolver was also recovered from the arrestee. The arrested individual has been identified as Nirmal Tirki.
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A man was arrested with two grenades from a bus at Bokakhat in Golaghat District, reports Northeast Today on February 4. A revolver was also recovered from the arrestee. The arrested individual has been identified as Nirmal Tirki.
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February - 4 
On February 4 an unspecified quantity of explosives were recovered from a residential campus of an individual identified as TakhellambamRajendro Singh in Bishnupur ward in Bishnupur District, reports Imphal Free Press. A team of security personnel recovered the explosives after Rajendro Singh notifi
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On February 4 an unspecified quantity of explosives were recovered from a residential campus of an individual identified as TakhellambamRajendro Singh in Bishnupur ward in Bishnupur District, reports Imphal Free Press. A team of security personnel recovered the explosives after Rajendro Singh notified the authorities.
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February - 4 
Police with assistance of Army’s 52 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and CRPF arrested a JeM operative, identified as Hazaif Ahmed Bhat from Daulatpora in Kreeri in Baramulla District on February 4, reports Daily Excelsior. Police said that he was an active conduit of JeM operating in Sopore and Baramulla area
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Police with assistance of Army’s 52 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and CRPF arrested a JeM operative, identified as Hazaif Ahmed Bhat from Daulatpora in Kreeri in Baramulla District on February 4, reports Daily Excelsior. Police said that he was an active conduit of JeM operating in Sopore and Baramulla areas. Upon his instance, Police has recovered one hand grenade and other incriminating material.
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February - 4 
Three bags containing detonators and gelatine sticks were found abandoned on a platform at Guwahati Railway Station on February 4, reports The Hindu. Police found 440 pieces of gelatine sticks in 22 packets, 700 pieces of detonators in seven packets and three bundles of fuse wire.
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Three bags containing detonators and gelatine sticks were found abandoned on a platform at Guwahati Railway Station on February 4, reports The Hindu. Police found 440 pieces of gelatine sticks in 22 packets, 700 pieces of detonators in seven packets and three bundles of fuse wire.
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February - 5 
Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel of Odisha Police busted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp in Nuapada District of Odisha on February 5 night, reports The Pioneer. Acting on intelligence in puts about the movement of Maoist cadres in Patdhara Reserve Forest area in the Distr
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Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel of Odisha Police busted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp in Nuapada District of Odisha on February 5 night, reports The Pioneer. Acting on intelligence in puts about the movement of Maoist cadres in Patdhara Reserve Forest area in the District, six SOG teams led by the Nuapada Superintendent of Police (SP) launched a massive combing operation and unearthed a Maoist camp, belonging to the Mainpur-Nuapada Division in the forest area near Khatfar village under the Boden Police Station. During search, five tiffin bombs, three UPS batteries, two kilograms gun powder, electrical wires, uniforms, red flag and many other articles were seized from the spot, Police said.
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February - 6 
Security Forces (SFs) killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘district commander’, identified as Irfan Ahmad Sheikh (local resident) in an encounter at Chakoora village in Litter area of Pulwama District on February 6 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. As the SFs were cordoning off the area, militants fired
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Security Forces (SFs) killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘district commander’, identified as Irfan Ahmad Sheikh (local resident) in an encounter at Chakoora village in Litter area of Pulwama District on February 6 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. As the SFs were cordoning off the area, militants fired at them and tried to flee from the area. The troops fired back, leading to a brief shoot out in which one militant was killed. His body was recovered from the encounter site along with one AK-47 rifle and two magazines. Another militant took the advantage of the shootout and fled from the village. SFs tried to encircle him but he gave them a slip.
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February - 7 
At least 10 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in a dense forested patch under Bhairamgarh Police Station limits in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on February 7, reports The Pioneer.Director General of Police (DGP), DM Awa
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At least 10 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in a dense forested patch under Bhairamgarh Police Station limits in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on February 7, reports The Pioneer.Director General of Police (DGP), DM Awasthi confirmed that bodies of 10 rebels clad in Maoists uniform were recovered from the encounter site. 12 firearms were also seized. “Security Forces had received specific intelligence input about the presence of Maad DVC (Divisional Committee Member) Rajman Mandavi and Sukhlal along with 40 to 50 armed Naxals in the forest of Bhairamgarh during a training for Naxal-militia members,” the DGP said.He said the operation was carried out by a team of about 200 Special Task Force (STF) and District Reserve Group (DRG) personnel deep in Abujhmaad region.“It was at Borga forest in Talibod village about 80 km from Bhairamgarh police station where police confronted Naxals resulting in the exchange of fire. The encounter lasted for about two-and-half hours. Later on, while combing the area, bodies of 10 Naxals along with 11 muzzle loading guns and one 315 bore revolver were found,’’ Awasthi said. The identities of the slain Maoists are yet to be established
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February - 7 
On February 7, an individual identified as Lalthuoilien Hmar was arrested from Digar Fulertal in Cachar District, reports The Sentinel. Police recovered 34 gelatin sticks and 26 detonators.
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On February 7, an individual identified as Lalthuoilien Hmar was arrested from Digar Fulertal in Cachar District, reports The Sentinel. Police recovered 34 gelatin sticks and 26 detonators.
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February - 8 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp was busted at Duleragaon under Chintagufa Police Station limits in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on February 8, reports Pragativadi News. Acting on a reliable input, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel along with Commando Battalion f
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp was busted at Duleragaon under Chintagufa Police Station limits in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on February 8, reports Pragativadi News. Acting on a reliable input, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel along with Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) battalion conducted a raid at the camp and seized a huge cache of explosives along with other articles used by the insurgents. However, the rebels managed to flee before the camp was raided.
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February - 8 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered one M series A1 rifle and 70 rounds of ammunition from Moreh along Indo-Myanmar border in Tengnoupal District, reports Imphal Free Press on February 8. The patrolling along the border had been intensified after the February 7, blasts in Imphal where four people were w
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered one M series A1 rifle and 70 rounds of ammunition from Moreh along Indo-Myanmar border in Tengnoupal District, reports Imphal Free Press on February 8. The patrolling along the border had been intensified after the February 7, blasts in Imphal where four people were wounded. Additionally, United National Liberation Front (UNLF) on February 8, claimed responsibility for the blast, reports Nagaland Post. The UNLF, in an emailed statement, claimed that the blast was carried out by its armed wing, Manipur People’s Army (MPA).
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February - 9 
Security Forces (SFs), on February 9, arrested three militants of unidentified affiliation from Moreh in Tengnoupal District, tweets the Eastern Army Command. Three fire arms were recovered from the militants.
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Security Forces (SFs), on February 9, arrested three militants of unidentified affiliation from Moreh in Tengnoupal District, tweets the Eastern Army Command. Three fire arms were recovered from the militants.
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January - 1 
On January 1, an ex-United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant identified as Pranab Gogoi alias PapuGogoialias Keshab Gogoi was arrested from Biswanath District, reports Northeast Now. A pistol and seven live rounds of ammunition were recovered from the militant. He was arrested from the reside
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On January 1, an ex-United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant identified as Pranab Gogoi alias PapuGogoialias Keshab Gogoi was arrested from Biswanath District, reports Northeast Now. A pistol and seven live rounds of ammunition were recovered from the militant. He was arrested from the residence of an individual identified as Binit Das, the watchman of Biswanath District Sports Association. Papu Gogoi had joined the militant outfit in 2009 and received arms training in Myanmar, but he surrendered before Police in Lakhimpur in 2011.
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January - 11 
One National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) militant was wounded in an encounter at Khalakbasti under Namtok Police Station in Chaglang District on January 11, reports Sentinel Assam. One .32mm Pistol and 3 rounds of live ammunition were recovered from the militant. The wounded m
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One National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) militant was wounded in an encounter at Khalakbasti under Namtok Police Station in Chaglang District on January 11, reports Sentinel Assam. One .32mm Pistol and 3 rounds of live ammunition were recovered from the militant. The wounded militant has been identified as ‘lance corporal’ Roni Kungkho . On questioning ‘corporal’ Roni Kungkho revealed that he along with eight armed insurgents of NSCN-R including ‘captain’ Tika were moving in general area Kenon Basti where a firefight took place. Four more militants were arrested later by Security Forces (SFs).
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January - 11 
Police arrested two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of militants, identified as Sajjad Bhat of Pulwama and Waheed of Budgam and recovered arms and ammunition and cash from their possession from Shalteng area on Srinagar Baramulla National Highway (NH) in Srinagar District on January 11, reports Daily Exc
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Police arrested two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of militants, identified as Sajjad Bhat of Pulwama and Waheed of Budgam and recovered arms and ammunition and cash from their possession from Shalteng area on Srinagar Baramulla National Highway (NH) in Srinagar District on January 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Police recovered arms and ammunition from their possession including one AK 47, one Indian Small Arms System (INSAS) rifle and one hand grenade. Besides arms, INR five lakh cash were also recovered from their possession.
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January - 11 
SFs recovered 30 locally manufactured hand grenades and nine kilograms of explosive substances from the Kumandih forest in Latehar District of Jharkhand on January 11, OneIndia.com. Superintendent of Police (SP) of Latehar District, Prasant Anand, said, a total of 140 partly-manufactured hand grenad
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SFs recovered 30 locally manufactured hand grenades and nine kilograms of explosive substances from the Kumandih forest in Latehar District of Jharkhand on January 11, OneIndia.com. Superintendent of Police (SP) of Latehar District, Prasant Anand, said, a total of 140 partly-manufactured hand grenades and materials for making grenades were recovered during the search operation.
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January - 12 
Kolkata's anti-Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) team of Special Task Force (STF) have arrested eight Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) dealers in Narkeldanga Police Station area of Kolkata District and seized FICN notes worth INR 60,000, on January 12 reports Business Standard. The Munger and Malda-
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Kolkata's anti-Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) team of Special Task Force (STF) have arrested eight Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) dealers in Narkeldanga Police Station area of Kolkata District and seized FICN notes worth INR 60,000, on January 12 reports Business Standard. The Munger and Malda-based improvised firearms cum FICN dealers were intercepted while they were trading FICN notes and improvising fire arms. STF arrested the dealers with 20 FICN notes in denominations of INR 2000 and 40 FICN notes in denominations of INR 500. Three pieces of improvised 7mm semi-automatic pistols having dual magazines and 21 rounds of live cartridges and 14 pieces of Semi-finished firearms.
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January - 12 
Two Al Badr militants including its ‘chief commander’were killed in an encounter at Katpora area of Kulgam District on January 12, reports Daily Excelsior.The operation was launched following specific inputs about the presence of the group of militants led by Al Badr ‘chief commander’Zeenat ul Islam
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Two Al Badr militants including its ‘chief commander’were killed in an encounter at Katpora area of Kulgam District on January 12, reports Daily Excelsior.The operation was launched following specific inputs about the presence of the group of militants led by Al Badr ‘chief commander’Zeenat ul Islam Shah alias Dr Usman (29) and including a Pakistani were hiding in the village.As the Security Forces (SFs) were conducting searches of the village, militants fired at them and tried to flee from the cordon but SFs fired back, leading to a gun battle.A senior Army officer said that two militants were killed in the gun battle and Zeent-ul Islam Shah of Chilipora in Shopian was among them. The second militant was identified as Shakeel Ahmad Dar alias Faisal of Chilipora in Shopian. Sources said that so far two bodies were recovered and SFs believed two more including a Pakistani were hiding in the village and their fate is not known.“Incriminating materials including arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of encounter”, Police spokesman said. Zeenat, was earlier affiliated with Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)outfit and later he joined AlBadr militant outfit. He was recruited in HM in November 2015, and was considered an expert in Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).Zeenat was first arrested in 2008, and was booked under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for being an Over Ground Worker (OGW) of AlBadr. He was also in touch with different outfits and was working as an OGW for their members, arranging them food and supplies.After his release in 2011, he initially worked with his father and got married before joining Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). His father is an Imam in the local Masjid.He was one of the main accused in the Shopian attack which took place on February 23, 2017 when militants ambushed Army patrol in MuluChitragam area of the district which left three soldiers were killed.Zeenat was among the three surviving most wanted militants in South Kashmir after Zakir Rashid Bhatt alias Zakir Musa and Reyaz Ahmad Naikooalias Zubair.The last year (2017), when Al-Badr started gaining ground in Kashmir, Zeenat ul Islam left HM and joined AlBadr as the ‘chief commander’ of the outfit, which is mainly operational in Shopian District of South Kashmir.
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January - 13 
The special cell of Delhi Police has apprehended two alleged Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) operatives, reports Times of India on January 13. One of the suspects was identified as Kifayatullah Bukhari, who is considered to be close with HM ‘commander’ Syed Naveed Mushtaq alias Naveed Babu . The other suspec
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The special cell of Delhi Police has apprehended two alleged Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) operatives, reports Times of India on January 13. One of the suspects was identified as Kifayatullah Bukhari, who is considered to be close with HM ‘commander’ Syed Naveed Mushtaq alias Naveed Babu . The other suspect is a minor. DCP (special cell) Pramod Kushwaha confirmed Bukhari’s arrest and added that further investigation was under way. Bukhari is a resident of Pora Bara village in Shopian District of Kashmir. The two were apprehended after Police received intelligence about the movement of militants. The arrest has revealed that Kashmiri militants are procuring weapons from gun runners based in Delhi and neighbouring states as there has been a shortage of small arms used in targeted killings. The operatives travel to Delhi in a bus and carry only one or two pistols and magazines back to valley. Hindustan Times adds that a pistol and 14 cartridges were recovered from the militants. Times of India further adds that a minimal number of weapons are taken back to avoid Police detection. According to Police, the militants came under radar when he came to Delhi to procure weapons. According to sources, The modus operandi had surfaced earlier when the cell arrested two militant of Islamic State-Jammu Kashmir (IS-JK) — Parvaiz Rashid Lone and Jamsheed Zahoor Paul. The two were nabbed near Red Fort in central Delhi. The cell also nabbed three militants of the same module — Tahir, Haris and Asif — with grenades and weapons by tracking their supplier. Now, the special cell teams are trailing Naveed who may be hiding in Shopian. The police said that during this operation, an underground hideout, which could accommodate 4-5 militants at a time, was also found in J&K and destroyed. This hideout was created by Naveed himself. A resident of Nazneenpora of Shopian district, Naveed joined J&K police in 2012 as a constable. In 2017, he was deployed as a guard at a Food Corporation of India (FCI) Facility at Chandpora in BudgamDistrict when he fled with four self-loading rifles from the guard room. He later pledged allegiance to HM.
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January - 13 
Top Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘zonal commander’identified as Sahdeo Rai alias Tala Da, who was main accused in murder of five Policemen including the then Pakur Superintendent of Police (SP), Amarjit Balihar in 2013, was killed in an encounter with the Police force near Chhatupada
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Top Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘zonal commander’identified as Sahdeo Rai alias Tala Da, who was main accused in murder of five Policemen including the then Pakur Superintendent of Police (SP), Amarjit Balihar in 2013, was killed in an encounter with the Police force near Chhatupada village under Shikaripada Police Station limits in Dumka District of Jharkhand on January 13, reports The Pioneer.An AK-47 rifle, an INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) assault rifle, magazines, cartridges and bags were recovered from the place of encounter during the search operation.State Government had announced a reward of INRone million on Tala da who is a named accused in around 50 extremists-related incidents in the Santhal Paragana division.
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January - 14 
A joint team of Special Task Force (STF) and District Police have arrested three Maoist cadres from Bariarpur village under Kajra Police Station limits in Lakhisarai District of Bihar on January 14, reports UNI.Police said that three Maoist cadres identified as Bhuto Mandal, Pramod Mandal and Devend
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A joint team of Special Task Force (STF) and District Police have arrested three Maoist cadres from Bariarpur village under Kajra Police Station limits in Lakhisarai District of Bihar on January 14, reports UNI.Police said that three Maoist cadres identified as Bhuto Mandal, Pramod Mandal and Devendra Mandal were arrested following a raid conducted under Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP), operation, Pawan Kumar Upadhyaya. Police said that firearms were also seized from the arrested extremists.
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January - 17 
On January 17, United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) linkman, identified as Pradip Bhumji was arrested from Digboi-Pengri Reserve Forest in Digboi District, reports The Sentinel. A pistol and ammunition were recovered from the arrestee.
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On January 17, United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) linkman, identified as Pradip Bhumji was arrested from Digboi-Pengri Reserve Forest in Digboi District, reports The Sentinel. A pistol and ammunition were recovered from the arrestee.
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January - 17 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered three weapons of foreign origin including two rifles and one pistol along with two magazines from Khudengthabi area in Chandel District in on January 17, reports Imphal Free Press.
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered three weapons of foreign origin including two rifles and one pistol along with two magazines from Khudengthabi area in Chandel District in on January 17, reports Imphal Free Press.
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January - 18 
Police arrested a person, identified as Mohammad Aslam Beigh along with one grenade, besides other incriminating materials at a check point in Kupwara town in Kupwara District on January 18, reports Daily Excelsior. Police said that preliminary investigation suggested that the individual was plannin
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Police arrested a person, identified as Mohammad Aslam Beigh along with one grenade, besides other incriminating materials at a check point in Kupwara town in Kupwara District on January 18, reports Daily Excelsior. Police said that preliminary investigation suggested that the individual was planning to join militants, and along with other militants was plotting an attack in Kupwara area.
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January - 18 
Security Forces (SFs) of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) neutralised a camp of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during a joint operation with Chhattisgarh Police near Bhave village under Chhuikhadan Tehsil (revenue unit) in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on January 18, re
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Security Forces (SFs) of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) neutralised a camp of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during a joint operation with Chhattisgarh Police near Bhave village under Chhuikhadan Tehsil (revenue unit) in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on January 18, reports Newkerala.com.The 40th Battalion of ITBP along with State Police had a brief encounter with the Maoists around Bhave and Lachanna area near to the Tanda river. According to the Police, the SFs came under fire when the team was on the area domination. The Maoists also exploded an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) followed by heavy small arms fire on the SFs to deter them. A claymore mine and two pressure cooker IEDs were also recovered from the encounter site. However, no casualties have been reported from either side in the incident. It is believed that Jamuna, the local Tanda ‘area committee member', (ACM) of the CPI-Maoist was heading the group of 25-40 Maoists when it was neutralised by the SFs.
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January - 19 
A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) linkman was arrested on January 19 from Tipong in Tinsukia District, reports The Sentinel. The linkman has been identified as Buddeshwar Bora. One .32 mm Pistol, live rounds of ammunition, 2 Detonators, approximately 300 grams White Phosphor
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A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) linkman was arrested on January 19 from Tipong in Tinsukia District, reports The Sentinel. The linkman has been identified as Buddeshwar Bora. One .32 mm Pistol, live rounds of ammunition, 2 Detonators, approximately 300 grams White Phosphorous Powder, a huge amount of Indian Currency and illegal Alcohol were recovered from him.
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January - 19 
Five Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] of a newly-formed outfit were arrested with arms and ammunition from an unspecified place between Bagodar and Saria Police Station limits in Giridih District of Jharkhand on January 19, reports The Week. Superintendent of Police (SP), Surendra Jha said tha
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Five Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] of a newly-formed outfit were arrested with arms and ammunition from an unspecified place between Bagodar and Saria Police Station limits in Giridih District of Jharkhand on January 19, reports The Week. Superintendent of Police (SP), Surendra Jha said that the five Naxalites were arrested following a tip-off that the LWEs had gathered between Bagodar and Saria Police Station of the District. One rifle, three other weapons, at least 24 dynamites, gelatin sticks and uniform were recovered from their possession, the SP said. SP, Jha said that the new Naxal outfit is active on the borders of Hazaribagh and Koderma Districts of the State and was involved in the killing of a contractor. The identities of the arrested LWEs are yet to be ascertained.
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January - 20 
Earlier on January 20, an unspecified number of explosives were recovered during a search operation from Sadiya in Tinsukia District, reports Business Standard. According to Police officials, Operations in the District have been intensified to prevent any untoward incidents in the run up to the Repu
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Earlier on January 20, an unspecified number of explosives were recovered during a search operation from Sadiya in Tinsukia District, reports Business Standard. According to Police officials, Operations in the District have been intensified to prevent any untoward incidents in the run up to the Republic Day celebrations.
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January - 21 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) militant, Singmai Haseng, from Tirap Colliery in Ledo town in Tinsukia District on January 21, reports Business Standard. A pistol, magazine and three rounds of ammunition were recovered from the militant.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) militant, Singmai Haseng, from Tirap Colliery in Ledo town in Tinsukia District on January 21, reports Business Standard. A pistol, magazine and three rounds of ammunition were recovered from the militant.
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January - 21 
Three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants, identified as killed militants as Manzoor Ahmad Kar, Shahid Baba and Hilal Ahmad (all local residents) were killed in an encounter at Hapatnar forests in Charar-e-Sharief area of Budgam District on January 21, reports Daily Excelsior. As the Security Forces (
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Three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants, identified as killed militants as Manzoor Ahmad Kar, Shahid Baba and Hilal Ahmad (all local residents) were killed in an encounter at Hapatnar forests in Charar-e-Sharief area of Budgam District on January 21, reports Daily Excelsior. As the Security Forces (SFs) intensified the combing operation, militants hiding in the area opened fire triggering off a gunfight in which three militants were killed. Later, bodies of the three slain militants were recovered along with arms and ammunition.
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January - 23 
Delhi Police’s Special Cell arrested Raj Bahadur alias Raj Kishore (35) for allegedly supplying ammunition to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), from Arrah in Bhojpur District of Bihar on January 23, reports The Hans India. Raj Kishore, a resident of Kasap village in Arrah town, was c
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Delhi Police’s Special Cell arrested Raj Bahadur alias Raj Kishore (35) for allegedly supplying ammunition to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), from Arrah in Bhojpur District of Bihar on January 23, reports The Hans India. Raj Kishore, a resident of Kasap village in Arrah town, was carrying a reward of INR 100,000 on his head, Police said. The arrest was made after Police got a tip-off that Raj Kishore will visit one of his acquaintances in the Shiv Ganj Colony area of the Arrah city. Around 35 cartridges were recovered from his possession, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Special Cell, P.S. Kushwaha said.
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January - 23 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres triggered three Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blasts and then exchanged fire with a joint team of Special Task Force (STF), District Reserve Guard (DRG) and District Force, which was out on a search operation in the forest region under Mohl
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres triggered three Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blasts and then exchanged fire with a joint team of Special Task Force (STF), District Reserve Guard (DRG) and District Force, which was out on a search operation in the forest region under Mohla Police Station limits in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on January 23, reportsDevdiscourse News. However, there were no reports of any injury to either side in the encounter, Police said."When the security forces were advancing through forest between Sudiyal and Bukhmarka villages, located around 150 kms away from capital Raipur, Naxals [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] triggered three improvised explosive device (IED) blasts and opened indiscriminate fire on them that led to a fierce gun-battle," a senior Police official said.During a search of the spot, a pressure cooker IED bomb, 300-metre wire, huge quantity of Maoist literature, medical kits, bags, ration materials and utensils were recovered from the encounter spot. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported that an encounter broke out between CPI-Maoist cadres and the Security Forces (SFs)near Bukhmarka in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on January 23.
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January - 23 
The Police neutralised a six-member pseudo Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] group that has been resorting to extortions and robbing from Kodakandla Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Warangal District of Telangana on January 23, reports The Hans India. The arrested Naxal imposters were identifi
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The Police neutralised a six-member pseudo Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] group that has been resorting to extortions and robbing from Kodakandla Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Warangal District of Telangana on January 23, reports The Hans India. The arrested Naxal imposters were identified as Islavath Shankar, Naraboina Mallesh, Gangapuram Swamy, Pittala Srinivas, Chiluri Paramesh, and Saripangi Viplav. On a tip-off, the Police detained Islavath Shankar, Mallesham and Swamy at Cheruvumundu thanda. The other three members were also arrested at Chennur village. Police also recovered three country-made guns, 10 rounds of ammunition, INR 556,000 in cash and 11 mobile phones from their possession Warangal Commissioner of Police, V Ravinder said that one of the accused Islavath Shankar, previously had links with the Naxals, formed a group and procured arms to extort money from people. Posing as Naxals, they threatened and took away the money from them.
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January - 23 
Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants, identified as Shoaib Akhoon, Mosin Mushtaq and Nissar Darzi (all local residents) were killed in an encounter at Binner village of Baramulla District on January 23, reports Daily Excelsior. “Incriminating material including arms and ammunition was recovered fro
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Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants, identified as Shoaib Akhoon, Mosin Mushtaq and Nissar Darzi (all local residents) were killed in an encounter at Binner village of Baramulla District on January 23, reports Daily Excelsior. “Incriminating material including arms and ammunition was recovered from the site of encounter. Police have registered a case and initiated investigation in the matter,” a Police Spokesman said. All the three militants were active in Baramulla and Sopore areas and had a long history of militancy. DNA adds that following the killing of three last surviving militants of the Baramulla District on January 23, the Police Spokesman stated that "Baramulla has become the first district of Kashmir with no surviving militant as on date. J&K Police extends its thanks to the local population for all their support in providing a better security environment in the district”. Director General of Police (DGP), Dilbag Singh complimented Police personnel for their successes. He said that he expected further consolidation of peace building efforts together by Police and public.
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January - 24 
Nagpur unit of State Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), arrested two arms dealers along with two hand-made pistols and 25 live cartridges when the duo reached Nagpur Railway Station by Barauni-Secunderabad express on January 24 midnight, reports The Times of India. The persons arrested have been identified
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Nagpur unit of State Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), arrested two arms dealers along with two hand-made pistols and 25 live cartridges when the duo reached Nagpur Railway Station by Barauni-Secunderabad express on January 24 midnight, reports The Times of India. The persons arrested have been identified as Swaroopsingh Jamun Singh (48) and Sanjay Khare (43) who were learnt to have procured the guns and bullets from Munger District in Bihar for allegedly supplying to cadres of CPI-Maoist whose catchment areas include Districts of Gadchiroli, Gondia, Chandrapur and parts of Yavatmal and Bhandara. Swaroopsingh and Khare were working at the instance of Chandrapur’s Ghugus-based coal mafia Shaikh Haji, said a senior official of the security unit.
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January - 25 
Delhi Police Special Cell and Military Intelligence arrested a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militant identified as Abdul Latif Ganai alias Umair alias Dilawar from Rajghat in Delhi, reports Times of India on January 25. He is the ‘district commander’ of JeM in Ganderbal in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Police
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Delhi Police Special Cell and Military Intelligence arrested a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militant identified as Abdul Latif Ganai alias Umair alias Dilawar from Rajghat in Delhi, reports Times of India on January 25. He is the ‘district commander’ of JeM in Ganderbal in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Police recovered two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), 26 cartridges and a.32 bore pistol from him.A second militant identified as Hilal Bhat, from Hazratbal was arrested from Bandipora District in J&K. He had conducted reconnaissance of targets in Delhi. JeM was planning to conduct serial blasts in Delhi and Srinagar on January 26. The module had procured around a dozen IEDs, which are being located. JeM had chosen five targets in the city, including the Delhi Secretariat IGL gas pipeline in south Delhi, Haj Manjil building at Turkman Gate, India Gate and Lajpat Nagar market, and taken pictures of spots where IED had to be planted. During the interrogation, the arrested militants revealed that their Pakistan-based handler, Abu Mauz alias Abu Bakar, had provided them the IEDs in November 2018.
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January - 26 
A Nagaland State Transport (NST) bus driver, identified as Toiho Sumi, was detained on January 26 at Tsumang Ain Wokha District after the recovery of explosives, ammunition and weapons from inside the bus, reports Nagaland Post. The recovered items include three grenades, one 9mm ammunition, 12 liv
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A Nagaland State Transport (NST) bus driver, identified as Toiho Sumi, was detained on January 26 at Tsumang Ain Wokha District after the recovery of explosives, ammunition and weapons from inside the bus, reports Nagaland Post. The recovered items include three grenades, one 9mm ammunition, 12 live rounds (7.65 mm), seven live rounds (5.56 mm), one detonator, one release spring, 150 grams of explosive/gun powder and one lead acid battery.
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A joint team of Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) and State Police arrested two injured cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), during the search operation launched after the encounter in Tirla forest
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A joint team of Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) and State Police arrested two injured cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), during the search operation launched after the encounter in Tirla forest under Murhu Police Station in Khunti District of Jharkhand on January 29, reports The Pioneer. Police officials informed that the operation was launched in the intervening night of January 28-29, following information about the presence of a squad led by PLFI’s Prabhu Sahay Bodra and Deet Nag. In the encounter the joint team of Security personnel killed five PLFI cadres in Tirla forest under Murhu Police Station in Khunti District. Among the slain Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] includes PLFI ‘area commander’ Prabhu Sahay Bodra, who carried a reward of INR 200,000 on his head. Later, Security Forces (SFs) also recovered two AK-47 rifles, AKM rifle, 303 rifle and pistol each, three country-made pistols, 263 cartridges, explosive materials, a wireless set and explosive materials from the encounter site. Addressing a joint Press conference, Additional Director General (ADG), Operation, ML Meena said Police have registered at least 31 cases related to various crimes including murder and arson against Prabhu Sahay and his squad.
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January - 29 
During a search operation, on January 29, Security Forces (SFs) rescued an abducted boy identified as ChingangbamSunson Singh from Bishnupur area in Bishnupur District, reports The Sangai Express. The abductee was missing since January 21. A Kuki National Front-Nehlun faction (KNF-Nehlun) militant i
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During a search operation, on January 29, Security Forces (SFs) rescued an abducted boy identified as ChingangbamSunson Singh from Bishnupur area in Bishnupur District, reports The Sangai Express. The abductee was missing since January 21. A Kuki National Front-Nehlun faction (KNF-Nehlun) militant identified as Seigoulal Haokipalias Hegou, suspected to be the abductor of the child was arrested from Bishnupur Forest Gate. One 7.65 mm pistol with magazine and one round of ammunition; one 5.56 mm Colt AR-15 rifle (US made) with 3 magazine and 77 rounds of live ammunition was recovered from him
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January - 29 
Official twitter handle of the Eastern Army Command tweeted on January 29, that an Over Ground Worker (OGW) of United Liberation Font of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) was arrested from DangriKumar in Charaideo District. Explosive material and a detonator were recovered from the arrestee.
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Official twitter handle of the Eastern Army Command tweeted on January 29, that an Over Ground Worker (OGW) of United Liberation Font of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) was arrested from DangriKumar in Charaideo District. Explosive material and a detonator were recovered from the arrestee.
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January - 3 
SFs seized explosives during a separate anti-Naxal[Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation in Latehar District of Jharkhand on January 3, reports Times of India. Latehar, SP, Prashant Anand said that during an anti-Naxal operation the SFs recovered a cache of explosives from Ranidah forest under Chipado
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SFs seized explosives during a separate anti-Naxal[Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation in Latehar District of Jharkhand on January 3, reports Times of India. Latehar, SP, Prashant Anand said that during an anti-Naxal operation the SFs recovered a cache of explosives from Ranidah forest under Chipadohar Police Station limits in the District. Five Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), three grenades, three bundles of cortex wire, two bundles of electric wire were recovered during the operation, Anand said.
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January - 3 
Three militants were killed and a soldier was injured in an encounter in Tral area of Pulwama District on January 3, reports Daily Excelsior. The slain militants were identified as Zubair Ahmad Bhat alias Abu Huraira, Shakoor Ahmad Parray alias Jaffar, and Tawseef Ahmad Thoker alias Abu Talha (all o
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Three militants were killed and a soldier was injured in an encounter in Tral area of Pulwama District on January 3, reports Daily Excelsior. The slain militants were identified as Zubair Ahmad Bhat alias Abu Huraira, Shakoor Ahmad Parray alias Jaffar, and Tawseef Ahmad Thoker alias Abu Talha (all of them local residents). According to Police sources, it was a combined group of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM). Zubair was affiliated with JeM while Shakoor and Tawseef were affiliated with HM. Zubair and Tawseef were active since May last year (2018) while Shakoor joined militancy in October 2017. Security Forces (SFs) recovered incriminating materials including arms and ammunition from the site of encounter. The arms include one AK-47 rifle, one SLR and one pistol.
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January - 31 
Cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) exploded a landmine by the side of the State Highway near Chatikona village under Bissamcuttack Police Station limits in Rayagada District of Odisha on January 31, reports The New Indian Express. The landmine exploded when a truck was passin
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Cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) exploded a landmine by the side of the State Highway near Chatikona village under Bissamcuttack Police Station limits in Rayagada District of Odisha on January 31, reports The New Indian Express. The landmine exploded when a truck was passing through the area. However, there were no reports of any casualty in the incident. Later, Police recovered an Improvised Explosive Devise (IED), a battery and electrical wires from the spot.
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January - 31 
Two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants, identified as Shahid Ahmad Baba and Aniyat Ahmad Ziger were killed in an encounter that erupted in Drubgam Rajpora area of Pulwama District on January 31 midnight, reports Daily Excelsior.Weapons including one SLR (Self-Loading Rifle) and one pistol were also re
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Two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants, identified as Shahid Ahmad Baba and Aniyat Ahmad Ziger were killed in an encounter that erupted in Drubgam Rajpora area of Pulwama District on January 31 midnight, reports Daily Excelsior.Weapons including one SLR (Self-Loading Rifle) and one pistol were also recovered from the slain militants. An official said that “the two militants hiding in the house opened fire after the forces approached them. The forces retaliated, leading to a gunfight that raged for several hours. Two militants were killed in the ensuing gunfight.”
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January - 4 
At least one Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in the Kurkheta forest area in Chatra District of Jharkhand on January 4, reports Business Standard.Acting on a tip-off, a joint team of Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF
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At least one Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in the Kurkheta forest area in Chatra District of Jharkhand on January 4, reports Business Standard.Acting on a tip-off, a joint team of Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel launched a search operation in the region when they were fired on by a group of Maoists of the Koleshwari Zone hiding there. The SFs retaliated to the firing. Later, the joint team recovered one INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) assault rifle from the encounter spot.The identity of the slain Maoist is yet to be ascertained.
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January - 5 
A linkman of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) was arrested on January 5 by Security Forces (SFs) from Makum in Tinsukia District, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee has been identified as Karuna Gogoi. SFs recovered one pistol along with a magazine and live ammunition from the a
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A linkman of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) was arrested on January 5 by Security Forces (SFs) from Makum in Tinsukia District, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee has been identified as Karuna Gogoi. SFs recovered one pistol along with a magazine and live ammunition from the arrestee who was involved in extorting money from tea gardens.
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January - 5 
District Police arrested seven cadres of the Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist-Janashakti (CPI-ML-Janashakti), who threatened a Government employee to pay INR 1.5 million, from Siddipet District of Telangana on January 5, reports The Hindu.Police said, a complaint was lodged on January 2 wit
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District Police arrested seven cadres of the Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist-Janashakti (CPI-ML-Janashakti), who threatened a Government employee to pay INR 1.5 million, from Siddipet District of Telangana on January 5, reports The Hindu.Police said, a complaint was lodged on January 2 with Kuknoorpally Police by a person stating that he was directed to pay the amount and he agreed to pay only INR 50,000 for which the accused agreed and asked him to pay the amount to one MallaGoud.Police tracked the movements of Malla Goud and arrested the seven cadres, M. Lakshmi Narasimha, Y. Ramulu, V. Santosh, G. Mahender, D. Malla Goud, R. Rajashekar and A. Mallesham Goud. Police also seized .32 pistol, 35 live rounds, two magazines and five mobiles from their possession.
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January - 6 
District Police arrested an alleged Naxalite of Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist-Janashakti (CPI-ML-Janashakti)armed group, identified as Vavilala Saikumar,from Kodimyala Mandal in Jagtial District in Telangana on January 6, reports The News Minute. The Police also seized .32 pistol,19 bull
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District Police arrested an alleged Naxalite of Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist-Janashakti (CPI-ML-Janashakti)armed group, identified as Vavilala Saikumar,from Kodimyala Mandal in Jagtial District in Telangana on January 6, reports The News Minute. The Police also seized .32 pistol,19 bullets, two magazines and two cell phones from his possession.
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January - 6 
The Telangana Police arrested a leader of the Chandranna faction of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-New Democracy (CPI-ML-New Democracy-Chandranna),identified as Singaboyina Veerabhadram alias Ramanna, near Vennaram lake of Dornakal Mandal(administrative sub-division)in Bhadradri Kotha
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The Telangana Police arrested a leader of the Chandranna faction of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-New Democracy (CPI-ML-New Democracy-Chandranna),identified as Singaboyina Veerabhadram alias Ramanna, near Vennaram lake of Dornakal Mandal(administrative sub-division)in Bhadradri Kothagudem District Telangana on January 6, reports The News Minute.According to the Mahabubabad Police, Veerabhadram along with Ashoka, Bejjam Prathap and others came in plain clothes after hiding their guns near a lake. The Police statement said, Veerabhadram's group was talking with other members of the party about the upcoming Panchayat polls in the State. Circle Inspector (CI),Dornakal, J Shyam Sundar and Sub-Inspector (SI), Ravinder, along with a special party reached the spot, arrested Veerabhadram while seizing a bag. As per the information given by Veerabhadram, the Police recovered a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR), a magazine and 20 rounds of bullets.Along with rifles, the Police also seized some books which they claim are prohibited, and a laptop.
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January - 7 
A ‘zonal committee member’ of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), carrying a reward of INR one million on his head was arrested along with arms and ammunition from an area under Bhelwaghati Police Station limits in Giridih District of Jharkhand late on January 7, reports The Pioneer. The a
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A ‘zonal committee member’ of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), carrying a reward of INR one million on his head was arrested along with arms and ammunition from an area under Bhelwaghati Police Station limits in Giridih District of Jharkhand late on January 7, reports The Pioneer. The arrested cadre was identified as Darogi Yadav aliasBhupatialiasBahra, native of Paharpur village of Bhelwaghati Police Station of Giridih District, said Superintendent of Police (SP), Surendra Kumar Jha.Darogi Yadav was active member of the CPI-Maoist in Jamui in Bihar and Giridih in Jharkhand. He involved in collection of ‘levy’ (extortion money) from different parts of Giridih and Jamui, the Police official said.Police also recovered one Self Loading Rifle (SLR),263 no of cartridges,2 wireless sets,9 bags of explosives and 5 magazines from his possession.
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January - 7 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a militant of People's Democratic Council of Karbi Longri (PDCK) from Satgaon in West Karbi Anglong District on January 7, tweeted official twitter handle of Indian Army’s Eastern Command. One .22 pistol and ammunition were recovered from the militant.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a militant of People's Democratic Council of Karbi Longri (PDCK) from Satgaon in West Karbi Anglong District on January 7, tweeted official twitter handle of Indian Army’s Eastern Command. One .22 pistol and ammunition were recovered from the militant.
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January - 8 
A joint team of Special Task Force (STF) and District Police arrested a suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre from Semapurdiara (riverine belt) under Semapur Police outpost area in Katihar District of Bihar on January 8, reports UNI. Police said the Maoist identified as Gulsha
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A joint team of Special Task Force (STF) and District Police arrested a suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre from Semapurdiara (riverine belt) under Semapur Police outpost area in Katihar District of Bihar on January 8, reports UNI. Police said the Maoist identified as Gulshan Kumar, a member of dreaded Mohan Thakur group was arrested from his hideout on the basis of specific intelligence input. A rifle and some live cartridges were recovered from the possession of Gulshan. The outlaw Mohan Thakur is presently lodged in Katihar divisional jail.
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January - 8 
A Pakistani militant of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), identified as Nasir Bhai was killed in a brief encounter at Litter area of Pulwama District on January 8, reports Daily Excelsior. The shootout took place after militants on January 8 morning attacked an Army patrolling party of 55 Rashtriya Rifles (RR
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A Pakistani militant of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), identified as Nasir Bhai was killed in a brief encounter at Litter area of Pulwama District on January 8, reports Daily Excelsior. The shootout took place after militants on January 8 morning attacked an Army patrolling party of 55 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) in Chowduribagh area of Tral. The Army fired back at the militants triggering a gun battle in which one militant was killed. However, his accomplices fled away and Security Forces (SFs) cordoned off the area but they had managed to flee. A Police spokesman said that incriminating materials including arms and ammunition were recovered from the slain militant. “He was involved in a number of militant attacks and grenade throwing incidents on forces,” a police official said. Following the killing of the militant, protests broke out as youth took to streets and pelted stones on SFs who fired tear smoke shells and pellets triggering clashes in Pulwama District, reports Daily Excelsior.A youth suffered pellet injuries in his eyes during clashes near Bus Stand in Tral. The protesters also torched a Tata Mobile load carrier near the site of a shootout which belonged to the Army. However, no one was present in the vehicle when it was torched.
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January - 8 
On January 8, Security Forces (SFs) arrested a United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) from Sankhapani in Changlang District, reports Sentinel Assam. The arrestee has been identified as Ram Bahadur Lama alias ‘lance corporal’ Papu. One 9mm pistol one magazine ,three grenades, one detona
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On January 8, Security Forces (SFs) arrested a United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) from Sankhapani in Changlang District, reports Sentinel Assam. The arrestee has been identified as Ram Bahadur Lama alias ‘lance corporal’ Papu. One 9mm pistol one magazine ,three grenades, one detonator , one Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and 15 rounds of ammunition were recovered fro the arrested militant. The militant was tasked by ULFA-I to hide the heavy number of warlike stores in general area Sankapani and Kharsang. It was also revealed that these stores were placed with an aim of launching several sabotage actions on Indian Security Forces and Government functionaries in the eve of Republic Day.
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July - 1 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered an automatic rifle, its live cartridges and INR 247,000 in cash stashed away by a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre from the forests of Kaatigaon village under Borai Police Station limits in Dhamtari District of Chhattisgarh on July 1, reports The Pio
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered an automatic rifle, its live cartridges and INR 247,000 in cash stashed away by a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre from the forests of Kaatigaon village under Borai Police Station limits in Dhamtari District of Chhattisgarh on July 1, reports The Pioneer. Based on information provided by a senior Maoist, Muiwa alias Gaganna alias Dokra, who was arrested on June 27, a team of Special Task Force (STF), State Intelligence Bureau (SIB) and local Police, raided the spot and seized one AK 47 rifle, its 28 live rounds, three empty magazines and INR 247,000, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operations, Sundarraj P said. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported that a hardcore Maoist, Muiwa alias Gaganna alias Dokra, a member of the Mainpur-Nuwapada Divisional Committee of Maoists, carrying a reward of INR 800,000 on his head, was arrested from a forest between Rawas and Amapani villages under Narharpur Tehsil (revenue unit) in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh on June 27.
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July - 1 
Two Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) militants and a linkman were arrested on July 1 from Dhansr in Karbi Anglong District in Assam, reports The Sentinel. The arrested militants were identified as Ujjal Hojaisa alias Arnold and Sana Singha. The arrested linkman was identified as linkman Bikash
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Two Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) militants and a linkman were arrested on July 1 from Dhansr in Karbi Anglong District in Assam, reports The Sentinel. The arrested militants were identified as Ujjal Hojaisa alias Arnold and Sana Singha. The arrested linkman was identified as linkman Bikash Thapa. Two country made guns and eight rounds of ammunition were recovered from them. Ujjal Hojaisa was involved in the explosion at Bakalia in Karbi Anglong District in Assam on April 17, 2019.
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July - 10 
A National Socialist council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) militant was arrested from Dimapur in Dimapur District in Nagaland on July 10 tweets Eastern Army Command. Two pistols and three magazines were recovered from the arrested militant.
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A National Socialist council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) militant was arrested from Dimapur in Dimapur District in Nagaland on July 10 tweets Eastern Army Command. Two pistols and three magazines were recovered from the arrested militant.
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July - 10 
A militant of unspecified militant affiliation was arrested on July 10 from Lotam Chapori in Nagaon District in Assam, tweets Eastern Army Command. A pistol was recovered from the arrested militant.
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A militant of unspecified militant affiliation was arrested on July 10 from Lotam Chapori in Nagaon District in Assam, tweets Eastern Army Command. A pistol was recovered from the arrested militant.
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July - 10 
Two wanted cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a woman cadre of the Tanda Dalam (armed squad), were shot dead in an encounter with Madhya Pradesh (MP) Police and special anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] forces in the Pujari tola forest under Lanjhi Police Stati
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Two wanted cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a woman cadre of the Tanda Dalam (armed squad), were shot dead in an encounter with Madhya Pradesh (MP) Police and special anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] forces in the Pujari tola forest under Lanjhi Police Station limits in Balaghat District of Madhya Pradesh on July 10, reports News18. Two of the armed rebels were gunned down by the Hawk Force (special anti-Naxal force of MP Police) and Balaghat District Police, Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Tiwari said. No Policemen suffered any injury, Tiwari added. The remaining Maoists managed to escape due to heavy rain and darkness in the area. The slain Maoists, identified as Ashok alias Mangesh (21), a native of Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh, and woman cadre Nande (19), a native of Bastar District of Chhattisgarh, were carrying rewards of INR 800,000 each declared by MP and Chhattisgarh Governments. An SLR rifle and a 315 bore rifle and multiple live rounds of bullets were recovered near the bodies of the slain Maoists.
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July - 11 
An OGW of JeM militant outfit was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) in Sopore area in Baramulla District of J&K on July 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Sopore Police and Special Operation Group (SOG), Rafiabad during naka at Parraypora Hadipora area of Rafiabad arrested one Tawheed Ahmad Lone, a reside
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An OGW of JeM militant outfit was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) in Sopore area in Baramulla District of J&K on July 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Sopore Police and Special Operation Group (SOG), Rafiabad during naka at Parraypora Hadipora area of Rafiabad arrested one Tawheed Ahmad Lone, a resident of Chotipora Achabal Sopore. One pistol along with one magazine and five rounds were recovered from his possession.
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July - 11 
Cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and the District Police exchanged fire in Surjagad hills near Kudum village under Etapalli tehsil (revenue unit) in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on July 11, reports The Indian express. Inspector General of Police (IGP), Anti-Naxal [Le
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Cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and the District Police exchanged fire in Surjagad hills near Kudum village under Etapalli tehsil (revenue unit) in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on July 11, reports The Indian express. Inspector General of Police (IGP), Anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] Operation, Ravindra Kadam said that the encounter began at 8.30 am in Surjagad hills today. No casualties have been reported from either side. Police recovered ammunition and arms from the encounter spot. “…It appeared to be Company 10 of the CPI(Maoist)… We do not know about any possible casualty on their side,” IGP, Kadam said.
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July - 12 
A Maoist, allegedly involved in the killings of BJP MLA Bhima Mandavi and four Policemen in April, was gunned down in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on July 12, reports The Pioneer. During a search at the encounter site, the body of a Maoist, identified as
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A Maoist, allegedly involved in the killings of BJP MLA Bhima Mandavi and four Policemen in April, was gunned down in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on July 12, reports The Pioneer. During a search at the encounter site, the body of a Maoist, identified as Hurra, a member of the Katekalyan Area Committee of Maoists and carrying a reward of INR 500,000 on his head, was recovered, along with a .303 rifle. “The encounter occurred around 10 am in the forest of Misse Dabba in the Tongpal police station area of Sukma district when a team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) from Dantewada was carrying out an anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation, Dantewada, Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallava said.
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