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October - 2 
A delayed report stated that two trainee terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and one activist of its associate, Jamaat-e-Islami, a socio-religious organisation, were killed during an internecine clash between two factions of the outfit at a training
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A delayed report stated that two trainee terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and one activist of its associate, Jamaat-e-Islami, a socio-religious organisation, were killed during an internecine clash between two factions of the outfit at a training cap in Kotli, Pakistani occupied Kashmir (PoK) on October 2. Six Jamaat activists and one civilian are reported to have sustained injuries during this faction fight. The report added that the conflict erupted after the Amir (chief) of the Jamaat's PoK unit and the Hizb’s 'Command Council' replaced the existing in-charge of the training camp with another Hizb 'commander'.
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October - 2 
The Pakistan government, on October 2, sought a report from its High Commission in India on the visit of a Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) delegation to India. Announcing this, Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider expressed serious concern at the increa
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The Pakistan government, on October 2, sought a report from its High Commission in India on the visit of a Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) delegation to India. Announcing this, Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider expressed serious concern at the increasing anti-Pakistan statements of the MQM leadership. The Minister added that three persons who had been arrested in connection with the recent blasts in Hyderabad and Mirpur had confessed to their links with the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), the external intelligence agency of India.
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October - 3 
A shop was damaged in a bomb blast in Sialkot district on October 3. No loss of life or injuries have been reported so far. According to official sources two persons have been arrested in connection with the incident.
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A shop was damaged in a bomb blast in Sialkot district on October 3. No loss of life or injuries have been reported so far. According to official sources two persons have been arrested in connection with the incident.
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October - 4 
The Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) on October 4 dismissed the threats of action and charges made by the Pakistani government on the question of MQM leadership making anti-Pakistan statements. Responding to the charges of anti-national activity levell
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The Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) on October 4 dismissed the threats of action and charges made by the Pakistani government on the question of MQM leadership making anti-Pakistan statements. Responding to the charges of anti-national activity levelled by the Interior Minister, on October 3, and threats of taking necessary action against an MQM delegation visiting India, an MQM spokesman said that the outfit was not afraid of such threats. The visiting MQM delegation also criticised the framing of sedition charges on false grounds by the Government.
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October - 5 
Parties have reacted strongly to the statements made by the Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) during their recent visit to India. The parties drew a parallel between the MQM and the Awami League during the 1971 war. Punjab PTI secretary-general Mian Far
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Parties have reacted strongly to the statements made by the Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) during their recent visit to India. The parties drew a parallel between the MQM and the Awami League during the 1971 war. Punjab PTI secretary-general Mian Farooq said that the MQM should be prevented from making anti-Pakistan statements. Awami National Party senior vice-president Ehsan Wyne said that a repeat of the 1971 situation should be avoided by the political establishment. He also wanted the establishment to consider the grievances of the MQM in a more rational manner and allow them to take part in the political mainstream. Pakistan Awami Ittehad chairman Nawabzada Nasrullah Khan said the issue would be discussed with the top leadership of the MQM in the Grand Democratic Alliance meeting scheduled to be held on October 6.
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October - 6 
A premier intelligence agency, in its recent report has warned the Punjab government of more bomb blasts. It has listed important cities of the north and central Punjab including Lahore, Sialkot, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala and Gujarat as prone to such at
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A premier intelligence agency, in its recent report has warned the Punjab government of more bomb blasts. It has listed important cities of the north and central Punjab including Lahore, Sialkot, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala and Gujarat as prone to such attacks. According to the report, the acts of terrorism are aimed at creating a law and order problem on the eve of municipal polls in December. Official statistics revealed that 105 persons have been killed in 41 incidents of bomb blasts till date. Punjab province alone has witnessed 21 bomb blasts in which 66 persons have been killed and 320 injured in the past one year. These figures also show that during the current year there have been 17 bomb blasts in Punjab and Islamabad leaving 56 dead and 250 injured. In the last four years, this is the highest number of bomb blasts and loss of life in Punjab. In 1999, 11 blasts killed 35 and left 140 injured; in 1998, 17 blasts killed 37 and left 272 injured; while in 1997, seven blasts accounted for 36 deaths and injured 179.
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October - 6 
Forty one activists and leaders of the Sunni politico-extremist outfit Sipah-i-Sahaba Pakistan were arrested for holding a religious gathering without permission and making provocative speeches at the Jamia Masjid Kutchery Bazaar in Faislabad on Octo
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Forty one activists and leaders of the Sunni politico-extremist outfit Sipah-i-Sahaba Pakistan were arrested for holding a religious gathering without permission and making provocative speeches at the Jamia Masjid Kutchery Bazaar in Faislabad on October 6. This was despite ban orders issued by the administration since the rival Shia politico-extremist outfit Tehrik-i-Jafria Pakistan too wanted to hold a meeting in the same area at the same time. The district administration reported that the SSP organized the conference despite the ban and its leaders made provocative speeches.
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October - 6 
The Mutthaida Quami Movement (MQM), on October 6, refuted reports that they had sought any help from the Indian government. MQM leader Tariq Mir said that they were opposed to the idea of partition of Pakistan and a separate province for the Mohajirs
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The Mutthaida Quami Movement (MQM), on October 6, refuted reports that they had sought any help from the Indian government. MQM leader Tariq Mir said that they were opposed to the idea of partition of Pakistan and a separate province for the Mohajirs. The MQM leadership stated that their goal was to secure the rights of the provinces within the framework of the constitution.
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October - 7 
Addressing a meeting of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Council in Islamabad on October 7, Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf, while reaffirming Pakistan's unequivocal support to the "cause of Kashmiri people" asserted that "Pakistan is
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Addressing a meeting of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Council in Islamabad on October 7, Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf, while reaffirming Pakistan's unequivocal support to the "cause of Kashmiri people" asserted that "Pakistan is a party to the Kashmir dispute and this dispute could only be resolved with full participation of Islamabad in any future dialogue." He is reported to have also claimed that "…India would not succeed in its nefarious designs to drive a wedge between Pakistan and the Kashmiri leadership". Even while asserting that the Pakistani state would extend all possible political, diplomatic and moral support to the Kashmiri struggle, he claimed that Pakistan cannot be blamed for what was happening in Indian-controlled Kashmir adding, "it is an indigenous freedom struggle and cannot be dismissed as cross-border terrorism."
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October - 8 
Pakistani media sources reported that the annual congregation of the Lashkar-e-Toiba would be held on October 21 and 22. Leaders of all jehadi groups are expected to take part in the congregation. The Lashkar-e-Toiba chief, Hafiz Mohammed Saeed is ex
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Pakistani media sources reported that the annual congregation of the Lashkar-e-Toiba would be held on October 21 and 22. Leaders of all jehadi groups are expected to take part in the congregation. The Lashkar-e-Toiba chief, Hafiz Mohammed Saeed is expected to be present during the congregation.
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October - 8 
The anti-terrorism squad of the Quetta police seized a huge quantity of arms and ammunition on October 8. Two persons were arrested from the site of the seizure. The arms and ammunition seized included four rocket launchers, three LMGs, 11 AK 47 assa
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The anti-terrorism squad of the Quetta police seized a huge quantity of arms and ammunition on October 8. Two persons were arrested from the site of the seizure. The arms and ammunition seized included four rocket launchers, three LMGs, 11 AK 47 assault rifles, 215 rockets, 57 LMG magazines, 160 rocket fuses, three explosive devices, three spare barrels and 20,000 rounds of Kalashnikovs.
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Pakistan, on October 9, expressed concern over the arms deal signed by India and Russia during the recent visit of President Vladimir Putin to India. Addressing a press conference, a foreign ministry spokesman said that in contrast to the call given
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Pakistan, on October 9, expressed concern over the arms deal signed by India and Russia during the recent visit of President Vladimir Putin to India. Addressing a press conference, a foreign ministry spokesman said that in contrast to the call given by Gen.Pervez Musharraf for mutual arms reduction, the Indo-Russian arms deal would have a destabilising impact on the region. The spokesman also drew attention to a 28 per cent increase in the Indian defence budget and the massive arms induction programme. The spokesman also said that it should take quite a while to follow up on the Russian President's invitation to Gen. Musharraf for a Russia visit.
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October - 9 
Security arrangements have been beefed up in Lahore following reports of a split in the Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), a terrorist outfit advocating Sunni sectarianism. Dawn quoting official sources said that one faction is now headed by Pakistan's most-wa
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Security arrangements have been beefed up in Lahore following reports of a split in the Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), a terrorist outfit advocating Sunni sectarianism. Dawn quoting official sources said that one faction is now headed by Pakistan's most-wanted sectarian terrorist and acting Amir, Riaz Basra while the breakaway faction is lead by chairperson of LeJ's Majlis-i-Shoora, Qari Abdul Hai.
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October - 9 
Security forces in Karachi, on October 9, arrested seven persons and seized a large cache of arms and ammunition from their possession. Security agencies claimed that the arrested persons were part of India's external intelligence agency, RAW. Senior
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Security forces in Karachi, on October 9, arrested seven persons and seized a large cache of arms and ammunition from their possession. Security agencies claimed that the arrested persons were part of India's external intelligence agency, RAW. Senior security officials said that the arrested persons have been active in Pakistan since 1995 after being trained in India to carry out various subversive activities. They also claimed that the network of RAW extends from New Delhi to Maldives including Nepal, Singapore and Oman.
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October - 10 
A low intensity time bomb exploded in a van on October 10 in Karachi. However no loss of life or injuries were reported from the site of the explosion.
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A low intensity time bomb exploded in a van on October 10 in Karachi. However no loss of life or injuries were reported from the site of the explosion.
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October - 10 
Speaking on the eve of the first anniversary of his regime on October 10, Gen. Pervez Musharaff accused India of escalating tension on the Line of Control. Gen. Musharraf said that India had missed an opportunity to find a solution to the Kashmir dis
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Speaking on the eve of the first anniversary of his regime on October 10, Gen. Pervez Musharaff accused India of escalating tension on the Line of Control. Gen. Musharraf said that India had missed an opportunity to find a solution to the Kashmir dispute by imposing conditionalities when the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen announced a cease-fire recently. According to him, this was meant to keep Pakistan away from the dialogue on Kashmir. He also added that Pakistan would exercise maximum restraint on the Kashmir issue.
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October - 10 
The seven persons, who were arrested on October 9, have been remanded to a 10-day custody with the CIA, a police agency in Karachi. As reported earlier, security officials claimed that the arrested persons were agents of India's external intelligence
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The seven persons, who were arrested on October 9, have been remanded to a 10-day custody with the CIA, a police agency in Karachi. As reported earlier, security officials claimed that the arrested persons were agents of India's external intelligence agency Research and Analysis Wing (RAW).
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October - 13 
News Reports in the Pakistani newspaper Friday Times indicate that a fratricidal conflict has broken out between two factions of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen in the Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) region. The ongoing infighting between the two factions sin
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News Reports in the Pakistani newspaper Friday Times indicate that a fratricidal conflict has broken out between two factions of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen in the Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) region. The ongoing infighting between the two factions since early October has resulted in heavy casualties on both sides. The fighting began when Rashid Turabi of the Jamaat i-Islami tried to replace Masood Sarfaraz, a front ranking leader of the Hizbul Mujahideen, with Shamsher Khan. Friday Times quoting Jamaat i-Islami sources, also cited complaints in the last year-and-half against Masood Sarfaraz, including the arbitrary use of funds, mismanagement in the training camps and a high-handed attitude towards the party leadership. Rebellion by Sarfaraz Khan started the fighting. The exact strength of the factions is not known.
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October - 13 
The United States ordered its embassy in Pakistan to be closed until next week, amid fears of anti-American violence after the terrorist attack on its naval ship in Yemen on October 12 and the continuing clashes between Israelis and Palestinians. The
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The United States ordered its embassy in Pakistan to be closed until next week, amid fears of anti-American violence after the terrorist attack on its naval ship in Yemen on October 12 and the continuing clashes between Israelis and Palestinians. The State Department also ordered the shutting down of three other posts in Pakistan - the consulates in Karachi, Lahore and Peshawar. The State Department also warned US citizens in Pakistan to take extra security precaution in view of the prevailing situation. Emergency plans have been made at each mission for the provision of emergency citizen services.
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October - 14 
The International Relations Committee of the American House of Representatives has urged the U.S. State Department Co-ordinator for Counter-terrorism to speed up the process of classifying the Pakistan based Lashkar-e-Toiba as a foreign terrorist out
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The International Relations Committee of the American House of Representatives has urged the U.S. State Department Co-ordinator for Counter-terrorism to speed up the process of classifying the Pakistan based Lashkar-e-Toiba as a foreign terrorist outfit. The Chairman of the International Relations Committee of the House, Benjamin Gilman said this in a letter to the Coordinator Michael Sheehan.
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October - 15 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) spokesman in Islamabad, has been cited as denying reports appearing in a section of the Pakistani media that the Jamaat-e-Isalmia (JeI) has taken control over the terrorist outfit. As reported earlier, a Pakistani weekly '
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) spokesman in Islamabad, has been cited as denying reports appearing in a section of the Pakistani media that the Jamaat-e-Isalmia (JeI) has taken control over the terrorist outfit. As reported earlier, a Pakistani weekly 'Friday Times', quoting JeI sources, had claimed that in the light of the fratricidal conflict between two factions of the HM in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK), the JeI had taken over the command and control of HM. According to these sources, JeI chief Qazi Hussain has formed a small committee to oversee the functioning of the terrorist outfit and will be in complete command and control of the functioning of HM which had earlier declared a unilateral cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir.
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October - 15 
Pakistan daily, 'The Frontier Post', quoting diplomatic sources, on October 15, hinted at the possible strike by the United States on the terrorist hide-outs of Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan. The U.S State Department's decision to temporarily close
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Pakistan daily, 'The Frontier Post', quoting diplomatic sources, on October 15, hinted at the possible strike by the United States on the terrorist hide-outs of Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan. The U.S State Department's decision to temporarily close down its embassies and missions in Pakistan and the Middle East is being considered as a precautionary step before such an eventuality. According to diplomatic sources, the killing of seventeen marines during the bomb attack on the US naval ship in Yemen on October 12 is the compelling factor for the Americans.
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October - 15 
Security force personnel recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from north Waziristan on October 15. The seizure included explosives, mortar shells, Kalashnikovs and other small arms.
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Security force personnel recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from north Waziristan on October 15. The seizure included explosives, mortar shells, Kalashnikovs and other small arms.
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October - 16 
In an interview to BBC on October 16, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen(HM) chief Syed Salahuddin claimed that internal pressure is mounting on India for a cease-fire to pave the way for talks with the terrorist outfits on the Kashmir issue. He added that there
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In an interview to BBC on October 16, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen(HM) chief Syed Salahuddin claimed that internal pressure is mounting on India for a cease-fire to pave the way for talks with the terrorist outfits on the Kashmir issue. He added that there was no need for a cease-fire call from the Hizb if India agreed to hold talks. While putting the onus on India to call a cease-fire, he pointed out that the process of dialogue could proceed even during the current terrorist phase. The Hizb chief denied reports about a split in the rank and file of the Hizb on the issue of withdrawal of cease-fire on August 8. He also denied that orders have been issued for the killings of those who favour a dialogue with India. The Hizb chief claimed that the 'chief commander(Operations)' Abdul Majeed Dar and other terrorists were in the Kashmir valley, and carrying out attacks on Indian targets. He said Dar had led the recent attacks in Baramulla, Pattan, Udhampur, and Jammu-Srinagar highway. Clarifying on reports that India may agree to include Pakistan in the talks, he said that the outfit had provided an opportunity to India for the solution of Kashmir issue by announcing a unilateral cease-fire, but India had adopted delaying tactics.
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October - 16 
Quoting a private US news channel 'CBS', the Pakistani media, on October 16, reported that the US State Department in its recent report has concluded that Pakistan supports cross-border terrorism. The CBS quotes the most recent State Department repor
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Quoting a private US news channel 'CBS', the Pakistani media, on October 16, reported that the US State Department in its recent report has concluded that Pakistan supports cross-border terrorism. The CBS quotes the most recent State Department report on terrorism, which concludes that the Pakistani government has supported terrorist groups that are engaged in violence in Kashmir and has also provided indirect support for terrorists in Afghanistan. The report also mentions that the government has tolerated terrorists living and moving freely within its territory.
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October - 16 
The Mohajir Quami Movement-Haquiqi (MQM-H) has sent a request to the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Kofi Annan, asking him to use his good offices to extradite Altaf Hussain, the self-exiled leader of the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM
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The Mohajir Quami Movement-Haquiqi (MQM-H) has sent a request to the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Kofi Annan, asking him to use his good offices to extradite Altaf Hussain, the self-exiled leader of the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) from London to Pakistan. The secretary-general of the MQM-H, Amir Khan blamed the MQM-A for large-scale sectarian violence in Pakistan.
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October - 18 
A cabinet meeting chaired by Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf on October 18 is reported to have taken a serious view of anti-Pakistan statements made by the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) and warned such groups of strong a
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A cabinet meeting chaired by Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf on October 18 is reported to have taken a serious view of anti-Pakistan statements made by the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) and warned such groups of strong action. As reported earlier, these anti-Pakistan statements were made by the MQM-A during a recent visit of its delegation to India. Official sources said that the government has sought a report on the activities of the MQM-A. The names of MQM leader Altaf Hussain and the entire MQM delegation, which visited India were specifically mentioned in this regard. It also decided to put names of all such individuals on the Exit Control List (ECL), to prevent them from going abroad.
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October - 18 
The chief of Jaish-e-Mohammed(JeM), Maulana Masood Azhar has said that jehad is the only solution to the Kashmir issue. Addressing the outfit's Jehad conference in Lahore on October 18, he said that the decision of cease-fire by Hizb-ul-Mujahideen in
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The chief of Jaish-e-Mohammed(JeM), Maulana Masood Azhar has said that jehad is the only solution to the Kashmir issue. Addressing the outfit's Jehad conference in Lahore on October 18, he said that the decision of cease-fire by Hizb-ul-Mujahideen in July 2000 was an isolated act on their part and asserted that JeM believes in continous jehad. Masood Azhar also added that the outfit desires to build a close association with Sipah-e-Sahaba (SSP), a Sunni sectarian politico-terrorist outfit operating in Pakistan.
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October - 19 
A Pakistani weekly 'Friday Times' has reported that the feud between the terrorist outfits Harkat ul-Mujahideren (HM) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) have begun to worry the Mujahideen rank-and-file. The report points out that the growth of JeM, the recen
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A Pakistani weekly 'Friday Times' has reported that the feud between the terrorist outfits Harkat ul-Mujahideren (HM) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) have begun to worry the Mujahideen rank-and-file. The report points out that the growth of JeM, the recent terrorist outfit floated by Maulana Masood Azhar, has resulted in the Harkat being reduced to a non-entity. Quoting Harkat sources, the report mentions that the JeM has succeeded in drawing many ex-HM cadres into its fold and has also captured the assets of Harkat. The feud between Harkat and JeM and the growth of the latter is being attributed to Masood Azhar's links with Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) and Lashkar-e-Jhangvi(LeJ), Sunni sectarian politico-terrorist outfits operating in Pakistan. Sources said that many ex-HM cadres have sectarian leanings and they were not happy with the decision taken by the HM leadership to sever ties with the SSP and LeJ.
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October - 19 
The Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) chief, Altaf Hussain defended the recent statements made by its leadership. In an open letter issued from London on October 19, he pointed out that the struggle of the Mohajirs should not be termed as an act
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The Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) chief, Altaf Hussain defended the recent statements made by its leadership. In an open letter issued from London on October 19, he pointed out that the struggle of the Mohajirs should not be termed as an act of treason. As reported earlier, the Pakistani government has asked for a detailed report on the recent anti-Pakistan statements made by the MQM-A leadership. While condemning the arrest of MQM-A activists by the Pakistan government, he also said that the Mohajirs would remain united until their rights were restored to them.
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October - 20 
A Pakistani news report stated that the Lashakar-e-Toiba (LeT) is planning to send its cadres to the Middle East to join the Palestinians in the ongoing strife in the region.
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A Pakistani news report stated that the Lashakar-e-Toiba (LeT) is planning to send its cadres to the Middle East to join the Palestinians in the ongoing strife in the region.
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October - 20 
A poiltico-religious outfit of the Brelvi sect, the Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) and the NGO's Alliance of Karachi have reached an agreement to jointly fight against terrorism. In a press conference in Karachi on October 20, the alliance also claimed
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A poiltico-religious outfit of the Brelvi sect, the Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) and the NGO's Alliance of Karachi have reached an agreement to jointly fight against terrorism. In a press conference in Karachi on October 20, the alliance also claimed that terrorists were planning to kill prominent political personalities.
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October - 20 
Security arrangements for Maulana Fazlur Rahman, chief of Jamaat ul-Islam(JUI) have been tightened in view of increasing threat perceptions. A Pakistani news report quoting JUI sources pointed out that the government has informed Maulana Rahman that
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Security arrangements for Maulana Fazlur Rahman, chief of Jamaat ul-Islam(JUI) have been tightened in view of increasing threat perceptions. A Pakistani news report quoting JUI sources pointed out that the government has informed Maulana Rahman that his life is in danger because of his continued support to the Taliban in Afghanistan.
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October - 20 
The Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) has criticised the Pakistani government for accusing its chief Altaf Hussain and other leaders of being anti-Pakistan. In a statement issued from London, the outfit's convenor, Mr.Imran Farooq said that none
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The Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) has criticised the Pakistani government for accusing its chief Altaf Hussain and other leaders of being anti-Pakistan. In a statement issued from London, the outfit's convenor, Mr.Imran Farooq said that none of the recent statements made by MQM-A could be construed as being anti-Pakistan.
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October - 21 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen spokesperson rejected the fresh offer for talks made by India's Home Minister on October 20. Speaking in Islamabad on October 21, the spokesman said the Hizb rejects any offer of talks which requires laying down arms as a conditi
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen spokesperson rejected the fresh offer for talks made by India's Home Minister on October 20. Speaking in Islamabad on October 21, the spokesman said the Hizb rejects any offer of talks which requires laying down arms as a condition. The spokesman was reacting to the recent statement of Indian Home Minister that his government is willing to talk to the Mujahideen if they give up arms and come to the negotiating table. He claimed the offer indicated the frustration of the Indian government. While reiterating the position that it had provided an opportunity to the Indian government in July when it announced a unilateral cease-fire, the Hizb spokesperson said that any further talks can take place only in the presence of an international guarantor. The spokesman also claimed that India had sought the assistance of Israel in fighting terrorism in Kashmir. He added that his outfit had killed some Israelis in Kashmir recently. He also described as a blatant lie the statement of Indian Home Minister that Indian security force personnel have gained more success against terrorists in Kashmir. He claimed that civilians killed by Indian security forces were being described as terrorists.
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October - 21 
A news report said that the Pakistan government has sought information about the reported arrest of an aide of Afghan based terrorist, Osama bin Laden. According to the report the North West Frontier Police arrested an Iraqi national, Saleh Suleman f
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A news report said that the Pakistan government has sought information about the reported arrest of an aide of Afghan based terrorist, Osama bin Laden. According to the report the North West Frontier Police arrested an Iraqi national, Saleh Suleman from Rahatabad, Peshawar, on October 12. He is alleged to have links with Osama bin Laden.
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October - 21 
Security forces in Quetta seized a huge cache of arms, ammunition and narcotics during a raid in Chaghai on October 21.
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Security forces in Quetta seized a huge cache of arms, ammunition and narcotics during a raid in Chaghai on October 21.
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October - 21 
The Markaz-ud-Daawa-Wal-Irshad (MDI), the parent organisation of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) a terrorist outfit active in Kashmir, has also claimed that there is evidence of Israeli commandos participating in counter insurgency operations conducted by Indi
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The Markaz-ud-Daawa-Wal-Irshad (MDI), the parent organisation of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) a terrorist outfit active in Kashmir, has also claimed that there is evidence of Israeli commandos participating in counter insurgency operations conducted by Indian security forces in Kashmir. The MDI chief, Hafiz Muhammad Saeed while addressing a press conference at Karachi on October 21 during the two-day conclave of LeT, issued a fatwa declaring jihad against Israel.
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October - 22 
An explosion on the dais at the annual convention of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) in Lahore killed three persons and injured an estimated 30 others on October 22. The Lashkar-e-Toiba is a terrorist outfit active in the insurgency in Indian controlled Ja
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An explosion on the dais at the annual convention of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) in Lahore killed three persons and injured an estimated 30 others on October 22. The Lashkar-e-Toiba is a terrorist outfit active in the insurgency in Indian controlled Jammu and Kashmir. The number of injured is yet to be determined as the outfit was reported to have undertaken damage control measures on its own, restricting the entry of police and journalists into the venue. The explosion occurred before the leadership of the Lashkar was to come and sit on the dias. Official sources stated that the explosion was caused due to a bomb hidden under a carpet though a Lashkar spokesman claimed that a grenade or mortar had been fired from outside the venue at the Gulshan-i-Iqbal park. No one claimed responsibility for the blast. Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, chief of Lashkar's parent outfit, Markaz-ud-Daawa-Wal-Irshad(MDI), while addressing the convention after the blast, held India and Israel as responsible for the blast and threatened revenge. He claimed that Lashkar terrorists have begun heading for Himachal Pradesh, an Indian province near Kashmir, and the Fidaai groups would now penetrate into Tel Aviv as "Hindus and Jews have become united against the Ummah"(Islamic community). Hafiz Saeed is also reported to have claimed that it was a good sign that Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf differentiated Jihad from terrorism. He added that Gen. Musharraf should try to promote the Jihad culture and take measures so that Pakistan could play the role of the leader of the Ummah.
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October - 22 
Speaking at the graduation ceremony of the Jamia Ashrafia in Peshawar on October 22, chiefs of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), stressed the need for Jihad and imparting military education to students of religious semina
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Speaking at the graduation ceremony of the Jamia Ashrafia in Peshawar on October 22, chiefs of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), stressed the need for Jihad and imparting military education to students of religious seminaries in Pakistan to undertake this Jihad on a global scale. Claiming that "Religious knowledge sans military training is incomplete," chief of the HuM said that "Today Islam demands Jihad. So teach your students the know-how of using weapons and equip them with warfare technology". He added that since Islam does not prevail in its complete form anywhere in the world except Afghanistan, "It is our responsibility to implement it world over, which is possible only when we are prepared to wage Jihad at any time and anywhere." Stressing on the same point, Maulana Samiul Haq, chief of his own faction of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam, said that the responsibility of breaking the status quo and paving the way for an Islamic revolution lies with the students of religious schools. He urged students of Islamic religious schools to acquire military training and expertise in the use of various weapons, besides studying its literature. He criticized United States and other countries for dubbing religious institutions as nurseries for terrorism. He also criticized the dual policy adopted by the US towards Muslims and non-Muslims in the context of the on-going Palestine crisis. In a similar vein, he criticized leaders of Arab countries for, what he termed as, their criminal silence over the Israeli atrocities against Palestinians. On democracy, Maulana Haq claimed that "Democracy is a big hurdle in the way of Islam. We are not subordinate to the will of the majority. We will do what Islam and Quran tell us." A provincial leader of the JUI, Maulana Jalil Jan, warned Pakistan's government to implement Islamic Shariah or religious students will resort to the use of force to do the same.
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October - 22 
Two activists of the Sunni politico-terrorist outfit, Sipah-e-Sahabah Pakistan (SSP) were killed and eight others injured when two unidentified persons attacked their van at Karachi on October 22. Two persons outside the vehicle too were injured in t
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Two activists of the Sunni politico-terrorist outfit, Sipah-e-Sahabah Pakistan (SSP) were killed and eight others injured when two unidentified persons attacked their van at Karachi on October 22. Two persons outside the vehicle too were injured in the attack. The van was carrying some participants of an SSP convention. Police are yet to identify the attackers.
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October - 23 
A TJP spokesperson strongly condemned the filing of a case against its leaders and described it as a conspiracy. He also added that terrorists were victimising innocent citizens in the name of religion. The TJP also claimed that a certain group which
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A TJP spokesperson strongly condemned the filing of a case against its leaders and described it as a conspiracy. He also added that terrorists were victimising innocent citizens in the name of religion. The TJP also claimed that a certain group which held a public meeting could itself be involved in killing the participants of its meeting in an attempt to gain sympathy and popularity. He recalled that the same group had a record of arranging such 'attacks' in the past.
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October - 23 
Five children were killed in a bomb explosion in Peshawar on October 23. Police quoting eyewitness accounts said that the bomb was concealed in a toy given to the children by an unidentified person.
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Five children were killed in a bomb explosion in Peshawar on October 23. Police quoting eyewitness accounts said that the bomb was concealed in a toy given to the children by an unidentified person.
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October - 23 
Maulana Shah Ahmed Noorani, the chief of Jamiat-e-Ulema-e-Pakistan (JUP) on October 23 denounced the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) who allegedly branded of creation of Pakistan as a blunder. He asked the government to contain such groups fro
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Maulana Shah Ahmed Noorani, the chief of Jamiat-e-Ulema-e-Pakistan (JUP) on October 23 denounced the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) who allegedly branded of creation of Pakistan as a blunder. He asked the government to contain such groups from making anti-Pakistan statements in the future.
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October - 23 
Pakistan's Chief Executive, Gen. Pervez Musharraf has given a one-week time limit to the Interior Ministry to submit a draft policy to the federal cabinet for dealing with those delivering anti-state statements. This was stated by an Interior Ministr
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Pakistan's Chief Executive, Gen. Pervez Musharraf has given a one-week time limit to the Interior Ministry to submit a draft policy to the federal cabinet for dealing with those delivering anti-state statements. This was stated by an Interior Ministry spokesperson on October 23. The immediate context was the anti-Pakistan statements issued by the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) leaders. The spokesperson said that the policy would ensure that anti-Pakistan statements from these elements are monitored on a permanent basis besides awarding punishments to those found involved in such activities.
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October - 23 
The Muttahida Jihad Council (MJC), a collective body of terrorist outfits restored Hizb-ul- Mujahideen's membership of the MJC on October 23 in Lahore. The Council also renamed Syed Salahuddin as its chairman. Hizb's membership of MJC was suspended a
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The Muttahida Jihad Council (MJC), a collective body of terrorist outfits restored Hizb-ul- Mujahideen's membership of the MJC on October 23 in Lahore. The Council also renamed Syed Salahuddin as its chairman. Hizb's membership of MJC was suspended and its chief Salahuddin dismissed from the office of MJC chairman following its unilateral ceasefire decision in July. According to the MJC secretary-general, the Hizb was taken back into its fold after it realised its mistake and with the Hizb chief's assurance that no vital decision would be taken without consulting the MJC. He also claimed that the Hizb had produced an indigenous anti-aircraft missile.
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October - 23 
Two activists of the Tehrik-e-Jafaria Pakistan (TJP), a Shia politico-terrorist outfit, were arrested on October 23 in Karachi for alleged involvement in the killing of two Sipah-e-Sahabah (SSP) activists, a Sunni politico-terrorist outfit. As report
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Two activists of the Tehrik-e-Jafaria Pakistan (TJP), a Shia politico-terrorist outfit, were arrested on October 23 in Karachi for alleged involvement in the killing of two Sipah-e-Sahabah (SSP) activists, a Sunni politico-terrorist outfit. As reported earlier, two SSP activists were killed on October 22. The police also registered a murder case against two central leaders of TJP.
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October - 24 
According to Pakistani daily 'Frontier Post', Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Pakistan's Interior Ministry have blamed India's external intelligence agency, Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) for the bomb blast at an LeT convention in Karachi on October 22.
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According to Pakistani daily 'Frontier Post', Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Pakistan's Interior Ministry have blamed India's external intelligence agency, Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) for the bomb blast at an LeT convention in Karachi on October 22.
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October - 24 
According to reports in Frontier Post, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen on October 24 expelled Masood Sarfraz a 'commander' from its 'Command Council' for violating the outfit's rules. While announcing his expulsion from the Hizb ranks, a spokesperson said tha
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According to reports in Frontier Post, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen on October 24 expelled Masood Sarfraz a 'commander' from its 'Command Council' for violating the outfit's rules. While announcing his expulsion from the Hizb ranks, a spokesperson said that Sarfraz was ousted for posing as a rebel and refusing to abide the outfit's rules.
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October - 24 
Police arrested three persons in Quetta on October 24 for their alleged involvement in the bomb blasts that rocked different areas of Quetta during the last seven months. Police sources added that the arrested were also allegedly involved in the murd
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Police arrested three persons in Quetta on October 24 for their alleged involvement in the bomb blasts that rocked different areas of Quetta during the last seven months. Police sources added that the arrested were also allegedly involved in the murder of a Baluchistan High Court judge. They were remanded to judicial custody by the Special Anti-Terrorism Court in Quetta.
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October - 24 
The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) hearing the contempt case against MQM-A leaders in Karachi adjourned its hearing on October 24. Three leaders of MQM-A are facing contempt charges for branding the ATC as being biased in favour of the government.
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The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) hearing the contempt case against MQM-A leaders in Karachi adjourned its hearing on October 24. Three leaders of MQM-A are facing contempt charges for branding the ATC as being biased in favour of the government.
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October - 24 
Two people were killed and five others injured when a security force vehicle was caught in a landmine explosion in Baluchistan on October 24. Among the injured were four security personnel. Police sources said that this was the sixth landmine explosi
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Two people were killed and five others injured when a security force vehicle was caught in a landmine explosion in Baluchistan on October 24. Among the injured were four security personnel. Police sources said that this was the sixth landmine explosion in the area in the past four months. Police sources also said that two persons have been arrested for their involvement in two previous blasts.
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October - 24 
U.S immigration authorities have released Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, the deputy convenor of Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) on October 24 and allowed him entry into the United States. According to a press release issued by the International Secr
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U.S immigration authorities have released Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, the deputy convenor of Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) on October 24 and allowed him entry into the United States. According to a press release issued by the International Secretariat of MQM-A in London, all travel documents of Siddiqui, including passport, were found valid and hence he was allowed to enter the US.
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October - 25 
A news report in a Pakistani daily 'Dawn' indicated that former Soviet President, Mikhail Gorbachev is to form a study group which will explore options for the resolution of the Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan. The report adds that the pro
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A news report in a Pakistani daily 'Dawn' indicated that former Soviet President, Mikhail Gorbachev is to form a study group which will explore options for the resolution of the Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan. The report adds that the proposed study group is to be set up under the auspices of Gorbachev Peace Institute, Turner Foundation and the Rotary International based in Chicago. The report mentioned that Gorbachev is of the opinion that the Kashmir dispute could be solved through a continuous dialogue between officials and scholars of India, Pakistan, and representatives of Kashmir people.
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October - 25 
An activist of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) was killed by unidentified gunmen in Karachi on October 25. Following his death, tension prevailed in the area as MQM-A cadres protested against the killing. According to police sources, the d
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An activist of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) was killed by unidentified gunmen in Karachi on October 25. Following his death, tension prevailed in the area as MQM-A cadres protested against the killing. According to police sources, the deceased was a former joint secretary of the MQM-A and had been arrested earlier for kidnapping, arson and firing. They added that he had been released on bail 25 days ago. The MQM-A, in a statement, condemned the killing, and demanded the immediate arrest of the killers.
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October - 25 
Markaz-ud-Dawa-wal-Irshad (MDI), the parent organisation of Lashkar-e-Toiba, a terrorist outfit active in Kashmir, has cancelled its annual convention scheduled for the first week of November at its headquarters in Muridke near Lahore. The decision t
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Markaz-ud-Dawa-wal-Irshad (MDI), the parent organisation of Lashkar-e-Toiba, a terrorist outfit active in Kashmir, has cancelled its annual convention scheduled for the first week of November at its headquarters in Muridke near Lahore. The decision to cancel the convention is influenced by reports that the United States is likely to declare the MDI as a terrorist outfit. The Urdu daily Khabrain which reported the cancellation, quoted MDI sources as saying that the cancellation was done in view of the Ramzan season. The organisers also added that the convention could now be held in March or April next year. Last year, the then Premier Nawaz Sharief had made arrangements to prevent the holding of the convention because the MDI activities had greatly embarrassed Pakistan internationally. But before the convention, the Sharief government was unseated by the Army chief Gen. Pervez Musharraf. Under Gen. Musharraf regime, the MDl has been given full freedom to hold its convention.
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October - 25 
Pakistani daily The News reported that a meeting between ex-Premier and Pakistan Peoples Party Chairperson Benazir Bhutto and MQM-A chief Altaf Hussain is expected to take place in the near future. The agenda for the proposed meeting is not known.
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Pakistani daily The News reported that a meeting between ex-Premier and Pakistan Peoples Party Chairperson Benazir Bhutto and MQM-A chief Altaf Hussain is expected to take place in the near future. The agenda for the proposed meeting is not known.
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October - 25 
Security forces in Karachi, on October 25, arrested five persons and seized a large cache of arms and ammunition from their possession. Three others managed to escape. Security agencies claimed that the arrested persons belong to India's external int
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Security forces in Karachi, on October 25, arrested five persons and seized a large cache of arms and ammunition from their possession. Three others managed to escape. Security agencies claimed that the arrested persons belong to India's external intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW). Security officials said that the arrested persons were in Karachi to secure Pakistani identity cards and carry out bomb attacks.
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October - 25 
Security has been tightened in Faisalabad after reports indicated that terrorists were likely to attack some religious leaders.
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Security has been tightened in Faisalabad after reports indicated that terrorists were likely to attack some religious leaders.
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October - 26 
An anti-terrorist squad official and a passer-by were seriously injured when suspected terrorists shot at them in Multan on October 26. According to security sources, the injured officer was investigating a number of terrorism related cases and had a
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An anti-terrorist squad official and a passer-by were seriously injured when suspected terrorists shot at them in Multan on October 26. According to security sources, the injured officer was investigating a number of terrorism related cases and had also arrested more than two dozen criminals involved in sectarian killings.
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October - 26 
The Hizb chief Syed Salahuddin in a statement issued on October 26 said that the outfit would further accelerate their operations against the Indian security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. While putting the onus on the Indian government to come forward
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The Hizb chief Syed Salahuddin in a statement issued on October 26 said that the outfit would further accelerate their operations against the Indian security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. While putting the onus on the Indian government to come forward and resolve the Kashmir issue immediately, he also said that the integrity of India could not be guaranteed. The Hizb chief has also claimed that senior Indian army and para-military officials have admitted that the security force personnel were losing the military initiative in Kashmir and that there cannot be a military solution to the Kashmir issue.
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October - 27 
According to Pakistani weekly Frontier Post, the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) has admitted to an infiltration within its rank and file by Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), the external intelligence agency of India. LeT sources endorsed intelligence agencies
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According to Pakistani weekly Frontier Post, the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) has admitted to an infiltration within its rank and file by Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), the external intelligence agency of India. LeT sources endorsed intelligence agencies' preliminary findings that the bomb blast on October 22 at the LeT convention in Karachi might have been carried out by some RAW 'infiltrator(s)'. As reported earlier, the October 22 blast killed three persons and injured 30 others. Amir Mir says there was no way an outsider could have planted a bomb at the Lashkar convention in Karachi. Lashkar sources pointed out that the latest blast is a repeat of the 1998 and 1999 explosions at the LeT's annual conventions. The news report also mentioned that the October 22 Karachi blast was preceded by a bomb explosion in Jammu and Kashmir on October 21. India had alleged that the blast was carried out by LeT terrorists. The blast had killed two Indian security force personnel and injured four others. Frontier Post quoting a senior Indian security force official pointed out that this was the first time Kashmiri terrorists had used an unmanned pony as a remote-controlled bomb courier. Lashkar sources said that it is already faced with a serious problem of Indian infiltration in its rank-and-file. LeT sources claimed that in the last three years, they have arrested more than three dozen Lashkar activists who were actually RAW agents. The sources also added that the arrested activists were Hindus posing as Muslims to infiltrate the Lashkar fold. According to the report, Lashkar is the main target of Indian attacks since it has been accused of killing over 100 Hindu pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir. The outfit believes that many more RAW agents may have infiltrated into the outfit. Frontier Post, quoting an unidentified expert indicated that this could be the beginning of a spate of bomb attacks on the Lashkar. The weekly also pointed out the policy problems the Pakistani government is likely to face with the Lashkar call for Jihad against Israel. It foresaw ‘undue’ pressure on Pakistan's Kashmir policy due to LeT’s new found adversary.
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October - 27 
Quoting security experts, Pakistani weekly Frontier Post has pointed out that the claims of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen having indigenously produced shoulder-fired surface-to-air missiles(SAM's) could add a new dimension to the conflict. Drawing a parallel to
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Quoting security experts, Pakistani weekly Frontier Post has pointed out that the claims of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen having indigenously produced shoulder-fired surface-to-air missiles(SAM's) could add a new dimension to the conflict. Drawing a parallel to the introduction of similar Stingers during the Afghan conflict, the experts believe that the Hizb claims could lead to further instability in the region. As briefly reported earlier, the Muttahida Jihad Council (MJC), a collective body of various terrorist outfits had announced the introduction of the indigenously produced SAM's. The MJC had also indicated that the missile is likely to be tested soon to prove its worth. Sources recalled that during the late nineties, the Indian security forces had claimed arresting some terrorists with SAMs, prompting the then Indian Prime Minister, I K Gujral to contact the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif, and point out that any attempt by the terrorists to down Indian aircraft could add a dangerous dimension to the conflict.
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October - 28 
According to delayed reports, four children were killed and three others injured in a bomb blast in Quetta on October 28. The bomb was concealed in a toy with which the children were playing.
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According to delayed reports, four children were killed and three others injured in a bomb blast in Quetta on October 28. The bomb was concealed in a toy with which the children were playing.
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October - 28 
Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Abdul Sattar said on October 28 that permission would not be given to the US to cross its airspace in the event of a possible attack on the facilities of Afghanistan-based Osama bin Laden, the Saudi dissident accused of t
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Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Abdul Sattar said on October 28 that permission would not be given to the US to cross its airspace in the event of a possible attack on the facilities of Afghanistan-based Osama bin Laden, the Saudi dissident accused of terrorist attacks against US targets. He clarified that Washington did not seek permission for such an attack two years ago, and stated that Pakistan would make an international protest if the United States violated its airspace again. In 1998 US warships fired cruise missiles at Osama bin Laden's camps in Afghanistan following which Pakistan had lodged a protest with the United States for violation of its airspace. He said that he did not know if the United States was planning another attack on Afghanistan, but had heard speculations to this effect in the American media. He added that if "there is violation of airspace, we will raise this matter to councils of the world as a violation of universally recognised principles of international law,".
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October - 29 
A news report on October 29 said that the US has asked Pakistan to rein in 'Jehadi' organisations, control cross border terrorism and make progress on signing the CTBT if it wants to get out of financial 'difficulties'. These conditions were specifie
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A news report on October 29 said that the US has asked Pakistan to rein in 'Jehadi' organisations, control cross border terrorism and make progress on signing the CTBT if it wants to get out of financial 'difficulties'. These conditions were specified in a letter by US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright to Pakistan's Foreign Minister Abdul Sattar early this month. While official sources in Pakistan and the US embassy refused to confirm the existence of such a letter, the news report claims that sources in Pakistan's foreign ministry revealed the contents.
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October - 29 
Pakistani daily Pakistan Link reports that the Mohajir Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) has called for an amendment to the Pakistan constitution. Quoting senior MQM-A leaders, the news report mentions that the MQM-A wants the centre to possess only three
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Pakistani daily Pakistan Link reports that the Mohajir Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) has called for an amendment to the Pakistan constitution. Quoting senior MQM-A leaders, the news report mentions that the MQM-A wants the centre to possess only three subjects: defence, foreign affairs, and currency. MQM-A demanded that all other subjects should be transferred to the provinces. It also wanted the concurrent list to be abolished along with appropriate amendments to the federal list. The MQM-A leader reportedly said that his organisation wanted the implementation of the 1940 Resolution. He said that the Mohajirs had played an important role in the creation of Pakistan and they would offer any sacrifice to protect it. The MQM-A also denied that its chief Altaf Husain or any other MQM-A leader had written any letter to the Indian government.
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October - 29 
Speaking on October 29 during the concluding session of the Jamaat-e-Islami's (JeI) three-day conference held at Qarbala, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen chief, Syed Salahuddin said that the outfit would never accept a cease-fire offer from India unless it he
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Speaking on October 29 during the concluding session of the Jamaat-e-Islami's (JeI) three-day conference held at Qarbala, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen chief, Syed Salahuddin said that the outfit would never accept a cease-fire offer from India unless it held a tripartite dialogue under UN resolutions. Other speakers at the conference asserted that jehad in Jammu and Kashmir would continue even if India announced cease-fire. The JeI said that it would reject any cease-fire proposal from India, which did not include the provision of a plebiscite under the aegis of the United Nations.
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October - 29 
The Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has offered to provide more recruits to terrorist training camps in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). The JI chief Qazi Hussain Ahmed announced that the Jamaat would soon strengthen and expand its own training camps for terror
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The Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has offered to provide more recruits to terrorist training camps in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). The JI chief Qazi Hussain Ahmed announced that the Jamaat would soon strengthen and expand its own training camps for terrorists near Muzaffarabad and Kotli in PoK. These camps are run on military lines and at any time 400 to 500 cadres are said to receive training in arms and guerrilla warfare. Intelligence sources in the region have indicated that parents of missing children have been forbidden from entering such camps. The JI chief also declared that "jihad is incumbent on all Muslims and the Government is duty-bound to impart military training to people and prepare them for the jihad". The Jamaat chief also declared that "the jihad now going on in Indian occupied Kashmir will soon experience a massive increase in the number of jehadis. Our men will not stop until their goal is achieved-the goal being the liberation of Kashmir from the occupation of Hindu India". Although the Pakistan constitution forbids private armies, the fact that the JI has a private army is an open secret. In the recent times, a section of the Pakistani society has started discussing impact of such private armies and the erosion of state sovereignty. According to latest reports from Pakistan, there are at least 6 private armies with training camps in Pakistan and Afghanistan. All these armies, according to these reports, are organised by sectarian parties with a dual agenda of carrying out terrorist acts in Pakistan and in Jammu and Kashmir. On the aspect of funds for such private armies, the Pakistan daily Dawn reports that funds could be emanating from Saudi Arabia, Iran and, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan. According to critics like Ayaz Amir "it would be far more accurate to call it the era of ISI democracy-democracy corrupted by its own masters (and mistresses) and also mangled and made a mockery of by the military and intelligence establishment, an establishment too big, its presence too overwhelming and its influence on Government too suffocating for democracy to have much of a chance of surviving".
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October - 30 
Pakistani daily Dawn reported that, Aftab Ahmad Shaikh, deputy convenor of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM-A) co-ordination committee, in a press conference in Lahore on October 30, condemned the use of un-parliamentary language against the party chief
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Pakistani daily Dawn reported that, Aftab Ahmad Shaikh, deputy convenor of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM-A) co-ordination committee, in a press conference in Lahore on October 30, condemned the use of un-parliamentary language against the party chief, Altaf Hussain, at a seminar organized by "Aiwan Karkunan Tehreek-i-Pakistan" in Lahore. Holding ISI and other secret agencies responsible for the use of derogatory language, he pointed out that Mr Hussain was an undisputed leader of about 30 million Mohajirs. Besides, he said, the party had its branches in over 70 countries.
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October - 30 
The Asian Age reported that on October 30, four members of the Ahmediya sect were killed and 12 others injured when unidentified terrorists attacked a prayer meeting in Qila Kalarwalla in Punjab. Pakistan daily, Dawn reported that five persons were k
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The Asian Age reported that on October 30, four members of the Ahmediya sect were killed and 12 others injured when unidentified terrorists attacked a prayer meeting in Qila Kalarwalla in Punjab. Pakistan daily, Dawn reported that five persons were killed and nine injured in this attack.
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October - 31 
A spokesperson for Pakistan's Foreign Office denied that the US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright had written any letter to the Foreign Minister Abdul Sattar with three conditions for resumption of foreign aid. As reported earlier, unnamed source
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A spokesperson for Pakistan's Foreign Office denied that the US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright had written any letter to the Foreign Minister Abdul Sattar with three conditions for resumption of foreign aid. As reported earlier, unnamed sources in Foreign Office were cited in a news report as saying that such a letter had been received.
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October - 31 
An Anti-Terrorism court in Pakistan has declared the Jeay Sindh Quami Mahaz (JSQM) chairman and four other activists as absconders in a sedition case. The court had issued arrest warrants after the government had registered a case of sedition against
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An Anti-Terrorism court in Pakistan has declared the Jeay Sindh Quami Mahaz (JSQM) chairman and four other activists as absconders in a sedition case. The court had issued arrest warrants after the government had registered a case of sedition against the JSQM activists on October 21. The case was filed against them for allegedly delivering anti-state speeches on October 17.
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*Data till , April 19, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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