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August - 1 
A ‘District Commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, Shafi Parray, was arrested in the Budgam district. Separately, self-styled Divisional Commander of the HM, Fayaz Ahmad Dar alias Saleem Khan, was arrested from Sopore in the Baramulla dist
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A ‘District Commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, Shafi Parray, was arrested in the Budgam district. Separately, self-styled Divisional Commander of the HM, Fayaz Ahmad Dar alias Saleem Khan, was arrested from Sopore in the Baramulla district. An AK rifle, a wireless set, three grenades, one UBGL with seven grenades, a pistol, a passport and a stamp of HM was recovered from him.
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August - 1 
A Police Constable and two terrorists, including a Pakistani national, were killed in an overnight encounter at Chidipora in the Pulwama district.
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A Police Constable and two terrorists, including a Pakistani national, were killed in an overnight encounter at Chidipora in the Pulwama district.
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August - 1 
According to Daily Excelsior, two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, Mohammad Aziz and Kapil Kumar, were killed by cadres of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) at Dalgate in the capital Srinagar on August 1. A civilian was also injured in the att
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According to Daily Excelsior, two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, Mohammad Aziz and Kapil Kumar, were killed by cadres of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) at Dalgate in the capital Srinagar on August 1. A civilian was also injured in the attack which took place near a crowded bus stop.
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August - 1 
In the capital city, terrorists struck at Kaka Sarai in the High Security Old City killing two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, identified as Head Constable Ram Avtar and Constable Sanjay Kumar. A JeM spokesman has claimed responsibility for bo
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In the capital city, terrorists struck at Kaka Sarai in the High Security Old City killing two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, identified as Head Constable Ram Avtar and Constable Sanjay Kumar. A JeM spokesman has claimed responsibility for both the attacks.
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August - 1 
Kohima Police arrested two National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres, Moses and Joseph Poumai, from Khuzama check gate in the capital Kohima on August 1. Two M-20 pistols were recovered from their possession.
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Kohima Police arrested two National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres, Moses and Joseph Poumai, from Khuzama check gate in the capital Kohima on August 1. Two M-20 pistols were recovered from their possession.
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On August 1, two Naxalites belonging to the CPI-ML (Praja Pratighatana) Mohan Group surrendered before the Khammam district Superintendent of Police, R. P. Meena. They were identified as ‘Mulakalapalli area dalam commander’ Aila Ramesh alias Srikanth
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On August 1, two Naxalites belonging to the CPI-ML (Praja Pratighatana) Mohan Group surrendered before the Khammam district Superintendent of Police, R. P. Meena. They were identified as ‘Mulakalapalli area dalam commander’ Aila Ramesh alias Srikanth and ‘Godavari Valley group’s Pinapaka and Manuguru Dalam commander’ Alem Sammaiah alias Joganna.
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August - 1 
Police also arrested three more HM cadres, Riaz Ahmed, Zahid and Zahoor Din, along with three Chinese grenades and Rupees 1.90 lakh in cash at Thathri in the Doda district. A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre, identified as Mohammed Yousuf, was arrested fr
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Police also arrested three more HM cadres, Riaz Ahmed, Zahid and Zahoor Din, along with three Chinese grenades and Rupees 1.90 lakh in cash at Thathri in the Doda district. A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre, identified as Mohammed Yousuf, was arrested from Bonjwah in the same district along with two grenades. Separately in Doda, a HM cadre was arrested from Gandoh minutes before he was to throw a grenade targeting the Manu police post.
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August - 1 
Police arrested a suspected agent of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), the external intelligence agency of Pakistan, identified as Arif Lakhani, from Manmad in the Nashik district on August 1-night, reports Times of India. Lakhani was allegedly
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Police arrested a suspected agent of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), the external intelligence agency of Pakistan, identified as Arif Lakhani, from Manmad in the Nashik district on August 1-night, reports Times of India. Lakhani was allegedly sending military information to a Pakistani handler operating from New Delhi.
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August - 1 
Shillong Times reports that a hardcore United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre, "sergeant major" Rajen Dutta, was killed during an encounter with the security force (SF) personnel at Tamulbari in the Dibrugarh district on August 1. An AK-47 rifl
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Shillong Times reports that a hardcore United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre, "sergeant major" Rajen Dutta, was killed during an encounter with the security force (SF) personnel at Tamulbari in the Dibrugarh district on August 1. An AK-47 rifle, a mobile phone, three SIM cards and cash worth INR 1,000 were recovered from the site of the incident.
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Statesman reports that about 70 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres attacked the India Reserve Battalion (IRB) camp at Chhurimara in the Belpahari area of Midnapore district on August 1. The IRB personnel retaliated leading to a gun-b
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Statesman reports that about 70 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres attacked the India Reserve Battalion (IRB) camp at Chhurimara in the Belpahari area of Midnapore district on August 1. The IRB personnel retaliated leading to a gun-battle. However, there were no casualties reported in the firing.
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August - 1 
The Union Government is reported to have released Rupees 13.2 million out of Rupees 42.4 million sanctioned for 2006-07, to expedite work on barbed wire fencing along the India-Bangladesh border, reports Press Trust of India. Rupees 6.1 million was a
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The Union Government is reported to have released Rupees 13.2 million out of Rupees 42.4 million sanctioned for 2006-07, to expedite work on barbed wire fencing along the India-Bangladesh border, reports Press Trust of India. Rupees 6.1 million was also released for construction of border roads out of a total provision of Rupees 8.7 million.
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There were reports of clashes between cadres of two rival militant outfits at Khengjang in the Churachandpur district.
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There were reports of clashes between cadres of two rival militant outfits at Khengjang in the Churachandpur district.
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Unidentified militants assaulted five civilians at Molhoi village in the Churachandpur district on August 1.
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Unidentified militants assaulted five civilians at Molhoi village in the Churachandpur district on August 1.
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August - 1 
A US intelligence agency expert told a US court this week that Pakistan is still running a terrorist training camp at Balakot in the North West Frontier Province, according to Dawn. Eric Benn, a terrorism expert for Defence Intelligence Agency, told
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A US intelligence agency expert told a US court this week that Pakistan is still running a terrorist training camp at Balakot in the North West Frontier Province, according to Dawn. Eric Benn, a terrorism expert for Defence Intelligence Agency, told the district court in California that there was 70 per cent ‘probability’ the satellite images of a place near Balakot were that of a militant training camp. The US intelligence agent showed the jury satellite images taken between 2001 and 2004 but he claimed that the facility in question seemed to have expanded since then. “It may have become less temporary and more permanent,” he testified. The images showed a 3km trail linked to the main road and dotted with several structures that seemed to reflect a guard house, barracks with a tin roof and perhaps some mud houses as well, the reports said. The court is hearing terrorism charges against two Pakistani-Americans, 23-year old Hamid Hayat and his father Umer Hayat. Hamid’s sentencing has been postponed by four months to November and his father Umer Hayat, charged with lying to federal authorities, is being retried after the first round ended in a hung jury.
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An Anti-Terrorism Court in Multan on August 1 handed death sentences on seven counts to two Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) activists, Zahid Husain alias Zada and Shahabuddin, for killing six people, including five police personnel, Dawn reported. The court
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An Anti-Terrorism Court in Multan on August 1 handed death sentences on seven counts to two Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) activists, Zahid Husain alias Zada and Shahabuddin, for killing six people, including five police personnel, Dawn reported. The court also awarded life imprisonment on seven counts to their accomplice Ghulam Shabbir alias Doctor. According to the prosecution, Zahid Husain, Shahabuddin, Shabbir and Zahid Abbas opened fire at a police party deputed at the Gulistan Chowk picket in the precinct of New Multan police station on January 28, 1999 killing five police personnel and a civilian. The court, however, acquitted Zahid Abbas for lack of evidence against him.
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August - 1 
In Islamabad, the Director-General of the Inter-Services Public Relations, Maj. Gen. Shaukat Sultan, said the report was absurd. He said, “If US intelligence agencies had detected any such thing in Balakot, they should have passed on the information
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In Islamabad, the Director-General of the Inter-Services Public Relations, Maj. Gen. Shaukat Sultan, said the report was absurd. He said, “If US intelligence agencies had detected any such thing in Balakot, they should have passed on the information to us through official channels. The area of Balakot was extensively seen by all international agencies, including NATO and the US, during the earthquake relief operation in 2005. No such training camp was spotted by them. We reject this malicious report which is aimed at undermining Pakistan’s efforts in the fight against terrorism.”
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August - 1 
Kantipur reports that on August 1, Maoists abducted a CPN-UML member, Prakash Maharjan, of Kirtipur Municipality 3, on the charge of tearing a Maoist pamphlet stuck at the door of his private room. Maharjan, who runs a carpet factory and employs 25 p
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Kantipur reports that on August 1, Maoists abducted a CPN-UML member, Prakash Maharjan, of Kirtipur Municipality 3, on the charge of tearing a Maoist pamphlet stuck at the door of his private room. Maharjan, who runs a carpet factory and employs 25 people, was held captive for more than four hours in Kathmandu before being released.
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August - 1 
Maoists in the Bardiya district have announced that they would start collecting "donations" from industrialists, businessmen, employees, teachers and others. "At least 300,000 rupees is the monthly expenses just for a battalion of the "People's Liber
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Maoists in the Bardiya district have announced that they would start collecting "donations" from industrialists, businessmen, employees, teachers and others. "At least 300,000 rupees is the monthly expenses just for a battalion of the "People's Liberation Army (PLA)" of Bardiya" said ‘Sandiv’ district secretary of the party, adding, "therefore, we are planning to launch a donation campaign which is voluntary and not forced donation."
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August - 1 
Rreports from Gulariya said that Maoists prevented police from rebuilding their post at Sanoshree Village Development Committee in the Bardiya district and turned back a team that had gone there for the purpose recently.
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Rreports from Gulariya said that Maoists prevented police from rebuilding their post at Sanoshree Village Development Committee in the Bardiya district and turned back a team that had gone there for the purpose recently.
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August - 1 
The Assistant Secretary-General of United Nations and Deputy Executive Director of UNICEF, Kul Chandra Gautam, is reported to have said that the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of both the state and Maoists are crucial to resolving the
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The Assistant Secretary-General of United Nations and Deputy Executive Director of UNICEF, Kul Chandra Gautam, is reported to have said that the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of both the state and Maoists are crucial to resolving the decade-old insurgency.
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The District Administration Office in Jhapa banned all kinds of demonstrations by the Bhutanese refugees outside their camps from August 1, according to Nepal News.
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The District Administration Office in Jhapa banned all kinds of demonstrations by the Bhutanese refugees outside their camps from August 1, according to Nepal News.
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August - 1 
At least 15 persons were wounded in a bomb explosion triggered by unidentified militants at Mirzapur town under Atrai sub-district in the Naogaon district on August 1-night, according to Daily Star.
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At least 15 persons were wounded in a bomb explosion triggered by unidentified militants at Mirzapur town under Atrai sub-district in the Naogaon district on August 1-night, according to Daily Star.
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August - 1 
At least five Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel were killed and 30 others sustained injuries when Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres fired artillery at the Trincomalee naval base on August 1. Subsequently, the Sri Lankan Air Force carried ou
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At least five Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel were killed and 30 others sustained injuries when Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres fired artillery at the Trincomalee naval base on August 1. Subsequently, the Sri Lankan Air Force carried out aerial bombardment in the outfit-held Sampoor area targeting Mavilaru, Verugalaru and Kathirveli. Several key LTTE locations were destroyed, sources said. The Government claimed 50 LTTE casualties in the air strike.
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August - 1 
Colombo Page quoting Government defense spokesperson, Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, reports that the Government will not embark on a military action if the LTTE agrees to open the Mavil Aru anicut and restore water supply. The minister said, "If the
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Colombo Page quoting Government defense spokesperson, Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, reports that the Government will not embark on a military action if the LTTE agrees to open the Mavil Aru anicut and restore water supply. The minister said, "If the LTTE open the sluice gate, the operation will cease in 10 minutes."
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August - 1 
LTTE robbed the People’s Bank in Muttur town in Trincomalee district. On August 1, troops recovered one hand grenade from Vavuniya town.
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LTTE robbed the People’s Bank in Muttur town in Trincomalee district. On August 1, troops recovered one hand grenade from Vavuniya town.
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August - 1 
One civilian was killed and 13 others wounded when LTTE mortar shells fell in a civilian area in the Muttur region.
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One civilian was killed and 13 others wounded when LTTE mortar shells fell in a civilian area in the Muttur region.
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August - 1 
Sweden announced on August 1 the withdrawal of its monitors from the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM), joining Finland and Denmark who announced their withdrawal on July 28. The Swedish Foreign Minister Jan Eliasson told Swedish radio that he saw
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Sweden announced on August 1 the withdrawal of its monitors from the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM), joining Finland and Denmark who announced their withdrawal on July 28. The Swedish Foreign Minister Jan Eliasson told Swedish radio that he saw no other option but for the Swedish observers to leave the island, where fighting between Government troops and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has escalated. He stated, "The Tamil Tigers have stayed staunchly at their position not to have citizens of EU countries represented in the observer mission. Unfortunately I reached the conclusion that, when one of the partners no longer accepts the presence of Nordic EU countries, it would be very difficult to remain there."
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August - 1 
The Government accused the LTTE of attempting ethnic cleansing in the northeast by shutting off Mavil Aru sluice gate in the Kallar area of Trincomalee district that provides water to 50,000 people, mainly ethnic Sinhalese and Muslims. The head of th
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The Government accused the LTTE of attempting ethnic cleansing in the northeast by shutting off Mavil Aru sluice gate in the Kallar area of Trincomalee district that provides water to 50,000 people, mainly ethnic Sinhalese and Muslims. The head of the Government peace secretariat, Palitha Kohona, told Reuters, “I would definitely call it ethnic cleansing. Water is critical to human existence. Our objective is to secure the water and we will get it.”
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August - 1 
The SLN reportedly repulsed a LTTE attempt to destroy a troop carrier transporting 854 unarmed military personnel when it was returning from Kankesanthurai harbour and entering the mouth of Trincomalee harbour. The SLN boats blocked a fleet of Sea-Ti
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The SLN reportedly repulsed a LTTE attempt to destroy a troop carrier transporting 854 unarmed military personnel when it was returning from Kankesanthurai harbour and entering the mouth of Trincomalee harbour. The SLN boats blocked a fleet of Sea-Tiger boats approaching the troop carrier, destroying three and damaging another. However, the LTTE claimed that it destroyed a SLN boat, killing eight sailors on board.
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August - 1 
The United States embassy in Colombo stated that US authorities couldn't have prevented the Tamil sports festival in New York, as there was no evidence to indicate the organization behind this event had any links with the LTTE. The Embassy's press of
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The United States embassy in Colombo stated that US authorities couldn't have prevented the Tamil sports festival in New York, as there was no evidence to indicate the organization behind this event had any links with the LTTE. The Embassy's press officer, Evan Owen, said, "There were no mention in the news story that this organisation had any links with the LTTE." He also said, "The LTTE remains to be listed as a foreign terrorist organisation. Any financial assistance or material aid to the LTTE is in violation to the US law," adding that however, the right to assemble and freedom of speech is upheld by their constitution.
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August - 1 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Gnanasegaram Mohathasan, in the Akkaraipattu area of Ampara district, reports Tamil Net.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Gnanasegaram Mohathasan, in the Akkaraipattu area of Ampara district, reports Tamil Net.
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August - 2 
20 civilians were injured in a bomb blast at Surankote Bus Stand in the Poonch district, minutes before the arrival of a Buddha Amarnath yatra convoy from Jammu. Separately, four civilians were injured when an IED planted near Sumlar in the Baramulla
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20 civilians were injured in a bomb blast at Surankote Bus Stand in the Poonch district, minutes before the arrival of a Buddha Amarnath yatra convoy from Jammu. Separately, four civilians were injured when an IED planted near Sumlar in the Baramulla district exploded. Further, two Border Security Force personnel were reportedly wounded in an encounter with terrorists at Dharam in the Udhampur district.
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August - 2 
A cadre of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami outfit, identified as Ashiq Ahmed Dar alias Ishaq, was arrested from Titwan along with two grenades. In a separate incident, a 17-year old girl was kidnapped by a terrorist from village Nagni in the Doda distr
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A cadre of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami outfit, identified as Ashiq Ahmed Dar alias Ishaq, was arrested from Titwan along with two grenades. In a separate incident, a 17-year old girl was kidnapped by a terrorist from village Nagni in the Doda district.
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August - 2 
A Congress party activist was killed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres near Kanchipalli village in the Prakasam district, police sources said. The activist, Shivaprasad Reddy, was attacked by three armed Maoists on August 2-night
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A Congress party activist was killed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres near Kanchipalli village in the Prakasam district, police sources said. The activist, Shivaprasad Reddy, was attacked by three armed Maoists on August 2-night when he was returning with his supporters after attending a marriage function, according to Giddalur Circle Inspector of Police Shiva Prasad.
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August - 2 
A day earlier, one SF personnel belonging to the Assam Rifles was killed in an attack by suspected Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) at Thonglan Akutpa under Kangpokpi police station limits in the Senapati district.
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A day earlier, one SF personnel belonging to the Assam Rifles was killed in an attack by suspected Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) at Thonglan Akutpa under Kangpokpi police station limits in the Senapati district.
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August - 2 
Following the monetary demand imposed by an unspecified militant outfit to pay INR 4 lakhs by August 2 to the Youth Affairs and Sports Department of the State Government, its Director has gone into hiding and the employees of the department have take
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Following the monetary demand imposed by an unspecified militant outfit to pay INR 4 lakhs by August 2 to the Youth Affairs and Sports Department of the State Government, its Director has gone into hiding and the employees of the department have taken casual leave en masse.
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August - 2 
In a statement made available to the local media in Guwahati on August 2, the National Democratic Front of Bodoland threatened to pull out of the cease-fire with the Union Government, accusing SFs of targeting its cadres without any provocation.
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In a statement made available to the local media in Guwahati on August 2, the National Democratic Front of Bodoland threatened to pull out of the cease-fire with the Union Government, accusing SFs of targeting its cadres without any provocation.
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August - 2 
In the State, four terrorists were arrested in separate raids at Bemina, Srinagar and Baramulla.
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In the State, four terrorists were arrested in separate raids at Bemina, Srinagar and Baramulla.
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August - 2 
One terrorist, identified as Abdul Rashid, was killed in an encounter with the SFs at Kadoora in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district. Another terrorist was killed by the troops in a separate encounter at Awantipore in the Pulwama district.
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One terrorist, identified as Abdul Rashid, was killed in an encounter with the SFs at Kadoora in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district. Another terrorist was killed by the troops in a separate encounter at Awantipore in the Pulwama district.
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August - 2 
Security force (SF) personnel shot dead two cadres of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami, ‘section commander’ Ashraf Ahmed Malik alias Khalid Zubair and Izaz Ahmed, at village Kochal in the Doda district on August 2, according to Daily Excelsior. A soldie
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Security force (SF) personnel shot dead two cadres of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami, ‘section commander’ Ashraf Ahmed Malik alias Khalid Zubair and Izaz Ahmed, at village Kochal in the Doda district on August 2, according to Daily Excelsior. A soldier, Jitender Singh, is reported to have died during the encounter. Two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, 12 rounds, two Chinese hand grenades and two pouches were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 2 
The Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio said that the extension of the cease-fire between the Union Government and NSCN-IM on July 31 was a message that the groups involved in the peace process are coming closer and had a better understanding. Speaki
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The Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio said that the extension of the cease-fire between the Union Government and NSCN-IM on July 31 was a message that the groups involved in the peace process are coming closer and had a better understanding. Speaking at a function at Longsha village in the Mokokchung district on August 2, he said that the extension of the truce had brought a sense of relief and peace of mind to the people of Nagaland.
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August - 2 
The ULFA-nominated People's Consultative Group (PCG) on August 2 threatened to pull out of negotiations with the Union Government in the wake of recent killing of several ULFA cadres by the SFs in the State. "The PCG will meet within a day or two and
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The ULFA-nominated People's Consultative Group (PCG) on August 2 threatened to pull out of negotiations with the Union Government in the wake of recent killing of several ULFA cadres by the SFs in the State. "The PCG will meet within a day or two and on top of the agenda is a discussion on the view that the group, which was formed to bring the ULFA to the negotiating table, should pull out from the talks (with the Centre)," PCG member Lachit Bordoloi told Press Trust of India in Guwahati.
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August - 2 
The Union Minister of State for External Affairs, E. Ahamed, informed the Lower House of the Parliament on August 2 that at least 52 terrorist training camps are operating in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), according to Press Trust of I
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The Union Minister of State for External Affairs, E. Ahamed, informed the Lower House of the Parliament on August 2 that at least 52 terrorist training camps are operating in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), according to Press Trust of India.
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August - 2 
Tribals who were displaced from the Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh due to Maoist atrocities are seeking refuge in Orissa. Many of them are reportedly widows and orphans, reports Pioneer.
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Tribals who were displaced from the Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh due to Maoist atrocities are seeking refuge in Orissa. Many of them are reportedly widows and orphans, reports Pioneer.
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August - 2 
Two terrorists, identified as Irshad Ahmed Bhat and Akbar Bhai, were killed and three others sustained injuries when they were manufacturing an improvised explosive device (IED) which exploded accidentally at Bochoo Kamla in the Pulwama district. Thr
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Two terrorists, identified as Irshad Ahmed Bhat and Akbar Bhai, were killed and three others sustained injuries when they were manufacturing an improvised explosive device (IED) which exploded accidentally at Bochoo Kamla in the Pulwama district. Three of the injured reportedly fled from the incident site.
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August - 2 
According to official sources, some two thousand tribesmen have given up arms and promised to support the Government over the last month.
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According to official sources, some two thousand tribesmen have given up arms and promised to support the Government over the last month.
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August - 2 
The Balochistan Government claimed on August 2 that members of the Marri tribe had for the first time begun surrendering to the Government, following in the footsteps of former loyalists to Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti, according to Daily Times. Government
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The Balochistan Government claimed on August 2 that members of the Marri tribe had for the first time begun surrendering to the Government, following in the footsteps of former loyalists to Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti, according to Daily Times. Government officials said that 38 former loyalists of Nawabzada Balach Marri, chief of the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), had surrendered to the Kohlu administration. They also gave up a large number of weapons including rocket launchers, Kalashnikovs and ammunition, while pledging to refrain from participating in movements against the Government, the sources added. The surrendering team is reportedly led by Wadera Jumma Khan, a prominent elder from the Marri tribe.
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August - 2 
Maoist insurgents assaulted two persons, Rusab K. C. and Vikram Kapali, at Banepa in the Kavrepalanchok district on July 31-evening, according to Kantipur.
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Maoist insurgents assaulted two persons, Rusab K. C. and Vikram Kapali, at Banepa in the Kavrepalanchok district on July 31-evening, according to Kantipur.
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August - 2 
The visiting United Nations (UN) Assessment Mission led by senior UN diplomat Staffan de Mistura visited the Midwestern Divisional Headquarters of the Nepal Army in Surkhet and a temporary camp of the Maoist People's Liberation Army (PLA) in Salyan o
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The visiting United Nations (UN) Assessment Mission led by senior UN diplomat Staffan de Mistura visited the Midwestern Divisional Headquarters of the Nepal Army in Surkhet and a temporary camp of the Maoist People's Liberation Army (PLA) in Salyan on August 2, according to Nepal News. The UN Assessment Mission reportedly urged the ruling Seven-Party Alliance, the Government and Maoists to reach a consensus on the issue of arms management before it returns to New York.
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August - 2 
A Banglar Communist Party (BCP) cadre, Nazrul Islam Nazu, was killed in an encounter with the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel at Nagda under Alamdanga sub-district in the Chuadanga district on August 2, according to Daily Star. While accompli
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A Banglar Communist Party (BCP) cadre, Nazrul Islam Nazu, was killed in an encounter with the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel at Nagda under Alamdanga sub-district in the Chuadanga district on August 2, according to Daily Star. While accomplices of the slain militant managed to escape from the encounter site, one gun and 13 bullets were recovered.
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August - 2 
At least 26 Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) cadres, including one Afghan war veteran and two suicide bombers, were arrested from the Mymensingh district on the same day. "The youths, all aged between 16 and 30, were taking lessons on combat usi
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At least 26 Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) cadres, including one Afghan war veteran and two suicide bombers, were arrested from the Mymensingh district on the same day. "The youths, all aged between 16 and 30, were taking lessons on combat using bamboo sticks when we raided the place," said a RAB official. Some electric wires, several small bulbs, three mobile SIMs, pieces of iron used in fishing nets, several transistor circuits and one container of powder were recovered from the arrested militants.
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August - 2 
Two indigenous persons, a child, Golaphi Bikash Tripura, and his grandfather Tuparam Bikash Tripura, were shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Robindra Karbari Para village under Matiranga sub-district in the Khagrachari district on August 2, reports
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Two indigenous persons, a child, Golaphi Bikash Tripura, and his grandfather Tuparam Bikash Tripura, were shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Robindra Karbari Para village under Matiranga sub-district in the Khagrachari district on August 2, reports Daily Star. Meanwhile, United People's Democratic Front accused the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samity for its involvement in the killings. However, Golaphi Bikash Tripura’s father denied the accusation.
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August - 2 
A civilian, identified as Vishman, was shot dead by unidentified assailants near the Navalar road, according to Tamil Net. Another civilian, Nandan Geethanjana was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Abeypura area of Trincomalee district, the
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A civilian, identified as Vishman, was shot dead by unidentified assailants near the Navalar road, according to Tamil Net. Another civilian, Nandan Geethanjana was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Abeypura area of Trincomalee district, the website added
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August - 2 
A day earlier, one soldier was injured when he accidentally trod an Anti-Personnel Mine at Kontakkarankulam in the Vavuniya district. Elsewhere, LTTE cadres destroyed an abandoned Police bunker at Nellikulam on August 2 after triggering an explosive
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A day earlier, one soldier was injured when he accidentally trod an Anti-Personnel Mine at Kontakkarankulam in the Vavuniya district. Elsewhere, LTTE cadres destroyed an abandoned Police bunker at Nellikulam on August 2 after triggering an explosive device.
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August - 2 
According to the defence spokesman, eight persons have been killed and 50 injured in the fighting since August 2. The dead include three army personnel, three Navy personnel, one Air Force personnel and one civilian.
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According to the defence spokesman, eight persons have been killed and 50 injured in the fighting since August 2. The dead include three army personnel, three Navy personnel, one Air Force personnel and one civilian.
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August - 2 
Associated Press quoting Norway's Jon Hanssen-Bauer has reported that the Government is willing to consider LTTE demands in exchange for the opening of a strategic northeastern port where fighting has surged in recent days. The Government "has shown
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Associated Press quoting Norway's Jon Hanssen-Bauer has reported that the Government is willing to consider LTTE demands in exchange for the opening of a strategic northeastern port where fighting has surged in recent days. The Government "has shown willingness" to consider the demands by the LTTE in return for the reopening of the key reservoir in the Trincomalee area now under outfit control, said Jon Hanssen-Bauer.
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August - 2 
One soldier was killed and another injured in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion in the Uylankulam area of Mannar district. Elsewhere, unidentified assailants shot dead one police personnel in the Pesalai town. Another police personnel was inju
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One soldier was killed and another injured in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion in the Uylankulam area of Mannar district. Elsewhere, unidentified assailants shot dead one police personnel in the Pesalai town. Another police personnel was injured in a LTTE fire in the Murunkan area of the same district.
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August - 2 
Sri Lanka Navy reportedly foiled a LTTE suicide attack in the seas off Pulmudai in the Welioya region of Moneragala district. According to reports, a sea movement of a flotilla of about 18-20 LTTE boats, including Sea Tiger suicide craft, was interce
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Sri Lanka Navy reportedly foiled a LTTE suicide attack in the seas off Pulmudai in the Welioya region of Moneragala district. According to reports, a sea movement of a flotilla of about 18-20 LTTE boats, including Sea Tiger suicide craft, was intercepted and attacked by Naval troops with the assistance of Air Force. Fighter aircrafts completely crushed at least five of those outfit boats and damaged another four of them. However, no casualties were reported.
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August - 2 
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake stated that the Government has not declared war against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), despite a huge battle in the eastern town of Muttur. "We have not declared war," he said, adding
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Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake stated that the Government has not declared war against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), despite a huge battle in the eastern town of Muttur. "We have not declared war," he said, adding that security in the capital's economic and defense installations have been beefed up in the light of more clashes.
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August - 2 
Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) leader, V. Anandasangari, urged the Tamil community in Sri Lanka to voice demand from the LTTE that it immediately open the Mavil Aru sluice gates to enable poor peasants to salvage their crops and restore drinkin
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Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) leader, V. Anandasangari, urged the Tamil community in Sri Lanka to voice demand from the LTTE that it immediately open the Mavil Aru sluice gates to enable poor peasants to salvage their crops and restore drinking water to 15,000 families. "Acts of this nature bring disgrace to a community that had a good reputation all over the world," he said, adding, "Tamils have lost more than what they have achieved to the LTTE's atrocious activities."
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August - 2 
The Norwegian peace envoy, Erik Solheim, urged the Government and LTTE to end the ongoing fighting immediately. He told a news agency in Oslo, “We very strongly appeal to stop the offensive operations immediately.”
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The Norwegian peace envoy, Erik Solheim, urged the Government and LTTE to end the ongoing fighting immediately. He told a news agency in Oslo, “We very strongly appeal to stop the offensive operations immediately.”
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August - 2 
Troops repulsed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) firing in the Kattaparichchan, Selvanagar and Mahindapura areas of Sampoor region in the Trincomalee district on August 2, killing 40 LTTE cadres and injuring 50 others. Four soldiers were kille
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Troops repulsed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) firing in the Kattaparichchan, Selvanagar and Mahindapura areas of Sampoor region in the Trincomalee district on August 2, killing 40 LTTE cadres and injuring 50 others. Four soldiers were killed and 38 others sustained injuries in the clashes. The Media Centre for National Security (MCNS) said that troops successfully repulsed an LTTE attack on the Muttur, Thopur, Kattaparichan, Selvanagar and Mahindapura camps, which caused severe damages to Muttur town and resulted in a large number of civilian casualties. "Sporadic attacks are however continuing with the LTTE using small arms fire directed at the forces from strategic positions one of which was a Tsunami camp," a MCNS spokesperson said. Heavy damage was also caused to the Telecom building, District Secretary's Office and the Muttur Hospital by LTTE shelling. However, the pro-LTTE website Tamil Net reported that fighting formations of the outfit overran four key locations - Kaddaiparichchan, Palathoppu, Pachchanoor and Mahindapura - in the Trincomalee district. Meanwhile, fighting continued close to the disputed Mavil Aru sluice gates in the Kallar area.
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August - 2 
Two civilians, S. Thavaruban and T.Ravichandran, were killed by suspected LTTE cadres in the Achchuveli and Kadirippai regions of Jaffna district.
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Two civilians, S. Thavaruban and T.Ravichandran, were killed by suspected LTTE cadres in the Achchuveli and Kadirippai regions of Jaffna district.
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August - 3 
A teenage boy, identified as Abid Hussain, was rescued by police from terrorist captivity in the Bonjwah area of Doda district.
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A teenage boy, identified as Abid Hussain, was rescued by police from terrorist captivity in the Bonjwah area of Doda district.
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August - 3 
According to Daily Excelsior, the Kulhand massacre accused, Ashraf Ganai, who was trapped in a gun-battle with the troops at Gundana in the Doda district, managed to escape along with his three associates overnight. A total of five terrorists, includ
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According to Daily Excelsior, the Kulhand massacre accused, Ashraf Ganai, who was trapped in a gun-battle with the troops at Gundana in the Doda district, managed to escape along with his three associates overnight. A total of five terrorists, including Ganai, were trapped in the encounter since August 3-afternoon. One terrorist, identified as Abu Zubair, was killed along with a soldier, Subash Chander. Zubair was the mastermind of the killing of 18 Hindus at Kulhand on May 1.
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August - 3 
According to Home Ministry officials, property worth Rs.116.7 million was damaged by Maoists in the first six months of 2006, almost double the figure for the whole of 2005. A detailed break-up of the list of Maoist-related incidents, compiled by the
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According to Home Ministry officials, property worth Rs.116.7 million was damaged by Maoists in the first six months of 2006, almost double the figure for the whole of 2005. A detailed break-up of the list of Maoist-related incidents, compiled by the ministry, reveals that Chhattisgarh was the worst affected among the 10 States with property alone worth Rs.92.3 million destroyed. "Of the 806 Maoist-related incidents till June this year, Chhattisgarh witnessed 360 incidents, in which 190 civilians and 54 security personnel were killed. The unfortunate part is that violence is steadily increasing," said a senior ministry official. Jharkhand witnessed 169 incidents, Andhra Pradesh, 104, and Bihar, 63. In all these states, property worth Rs.15 million was destroyed till June in 2006. In 2004, property worth Rs.64.7 million was destroyed due to Maoist violence across the country and in 2005, the figure was Rs.57.1 million. "Usually, the damage inflicted on security personnel camps, police stations, jeeps and government buildings are factored in while totalling up the sum," said ministry sources. The ministry maintained that while Maoist violence had gone down by 12 percent in the first six months of 2006, the number of deaths had increased by 16 percent during the period under review.
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August - 3 
Ashraf Ganai, main accused in the May 1-massacre at Kulhand in Doda district, in which 18 Hindus were killed, was reportedly trapped in a fierce gun-battle with the troops at Gundana in the Doda district. A terrorist was killed while six soldiers wer
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Ashraf Ganai, main accused in the May 1-massacre at Kulhand in Doda district, in which 18 Hindus were killed, was reportedly trapped in a fierce gun-battle with the troops at Gundana in the Doda district. A terrorist was killed while six soldiers were injured in the encounter, according to Daily Excelsior. Official sources confirmed the presence of Ganai in the house of Master Riaz at Gundana when the operation was launched by the security forces.
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August - 3 
In the State, security forces recovered five kilograms of explosives, 43 detonators and 38 AK rounds during a search operation at Kala Top in the Rajouri district.
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In the State, security forces recovered five kilograms of explosives, 43 detonators and 38 AK rounds during a search operation at Kala Top in the Rajouri district.
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August - 3 
Mumbai Police and personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested a suspected cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as 32-year old Abdul Hameed, from Surankote in the Poonch district, who was allegedly involved in the 7/11 serial bomb bla
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Mumbai Police and personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested a suspected cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as 32-year old Abdul Hameed, from Surankote in the Poonch district, who was allegedly involved in the 7/11 serial bomb blasts in Mumbai in which over 200 persons had died and 700 others were injured. This is the first arrest made in Jammu and Kashmir in connection with the serial blasts in Mumbai.
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August - 3 
On August 3, another UNLF cadre, Yanglem Birla Singh alias Thoibi, was arrested from Patsoi in the Imphal West district.
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On August 3, another UNLF cadre, Yanglem Birla Singh alias Thoibi, was arrested from Patsoi in the Imphal West district.
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August - 3 
Pioneer reports that K Sudarshan alias Anand, a ‘central committee’ member of the CPI-Maoist, will be the new ‘state secretary’ of Andhra Pradesh in place of the slain leader Burra Chennaiah alias Madhav.
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Pioneer reports that K Sudarshan alias Anand, a ‘central committee’ member of the CPI-Maoist, will be the new ‘state secretary’ of Andhra Pradesh in place of the slain leader Burra Chennaiah alias Madhav.
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August - 3 
Sangai Express reports that unidentified gunmen shot dead a civilian, R.K. Pratap, at Saparmeina Bazaar in the Senapati district on August 3.
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Sangai Express reports that unidentified gunmen shot dead a civilian, R.K. Pratap, at Saparmeina Bazaar in the Senapati district on August 3.
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August - 3 
The National Security Adviser M. K. Narayanan is reported to have informed the peace interlocutor Indira Goswami that the Union Government is seeking a formal letter from the outlawed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) for the release of its five
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The National Security Adviser M. K. Narayanan is reported to have informed the peace interlocutor Indira Goswami that the Union Government is seeking a formal letter from the outlawed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) for the release of its five arrested leaders as well as for direct peace talks. "The government wants a formal letter from the ULFA seeking the release of the five jailed leaders and giving consent to sit for direct talks," Goswami told IANS in New Delhi.
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August - 3 
The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) in a statement made available to the local media has claimed responsibility for the attack on a security patrol party at New Bazaar area of Churachandpur town on August 3 in which a security for
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The People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) in a statement made available to the local media has claimed responsibility for the attack on a security patrol party at New Bazaar area of Churachandpur town on August 3 in which a security force personnel belonging to the Border Security Force was killed.
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August - 3 
Unidentified militants shot dead a security force (SF) personnel belonging to the Border Security Force while a civilian sustained bullet injuries when two motorcycle borne militants fired at a security patrol party at the New Bazaar area of Churacha
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Unidentified militants shot dead a security force (SF) personnel belonging to the Border Security Force while a civilian sustained bullet injuries when two motorcycle borne militants fired at a security patrol party at the New Bazaar area of Churachandpur town on August 3.
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August - 3 
According to Daily Times, Uzbek militants in North Waziristan announced that they would not comply with the unilateral cease-fire by the Taliban, saying that they had never consented to it. Local Taliban leader Gul Bahadar Ustad has reportedly sent a
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According to Daily Times, Uzbek militants in North Waziristan announced that they would not comply with the unilateral cease-fire by the Taliban, saying that they had never consented to it. Local Taliban leader Gul Bahadar Ustad has reportedly sent a five-member Jirga (council), comprising senior militia commanders, to negotiate with the Uzbek militants, a tribal elder said. The tribal elder also claimed the local Taliban were in “complete control of all mujahideen, both local and foreign”, in the area and could forcibly stop them if necessary.
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August - 3 
According to Daily Star, police on August 3 produced 27 militants of the Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), including the 25 arrested during the August 2 raid near a Bhaluka madrassa (seminary) by the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) before a court i
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According to Daily Star, police on August 3 produced 27 militants of the Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), including the 25 arrested during the August 2 raid near a Bhaluka madrassa (seminary) by the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) before a court in Mymensingh under Section 54 without bringing any specific charges.
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August - 3 
Leader of the opposition and Awami League (AL) President Sheikh Hasina said that the arrest of the militants is nothing but an eyewash as the United States Assistant Secretary of State is now visiting the country. "Whenever any foreign guests visit t
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Leader of the opposition and Awami League (AL) President Sheikh Hasina said that the arrest of the militants is nothing but an eyewash as the United States Assistant Secretary of State is now visiting the country. "Whenever any foreign guests visit the country, the alliance government is seen busy in arresting militants to make them happy," Hasina said.
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August - 3 
Fifteen civilians taking refuge at the Al-Nuriya Muslim School in Thoppur and Arabic School in Muttur were killed and more than 30 injured when Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres indiscriminately fired artillery at two different times on
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Fifteen civilians taking refuge at the Al-Nuriya Muslim School in Thoppur and Arabic School in Muttur were killed and more than 30 injured when Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres indiscriminately fired artillery at two different times on August 3, Daily News reports. The LTTE fired mortars and artillery towards Muttur town too, while security forces (SFs) were engaged in search and clearing operation to flush out groups of LTTE cadres from Muttur town. According to the Media Centre for National Security, five refugees were killed and 10 wounded at the Al-Nuriya Muslim School in Thoppur, Trincomalee during LTTE artillery shelling at the school. Separately, ten civilians were killed and more than 20 injured when the LTTE fired artillery towards the Arabic School in Muttur where hundreds of civilians were taking refuge following fighting between the SFs and LTTE.
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August - 3 
Government Defence Affairs Spokesman Minister Keheliya Rambukwelle said Muttur town is under total control of the SFs. "The LTTE had fired artillery and mortars towards the Defence establishments and public institutions around 1.30 a.m. on Wednesday.
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Government Defence Affairs Spokesman Minister Keheliya Rambukwelle said Muttur town is under total control of the SFs. "The LTTE had fired artillery and mortars towards the Defence establishments and public institutions around 1.30 a.m. on Wednesday. At present small groups of LTTE cadres are sheltered among the civilian population and small business houses and are directing firing using small arms," the Minister said.
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August - 3 
He also informed that the SFs engaged in its mission to wrest the Mavilaru anicut have succeeded in reaching the western gate of the water sluice. "The forces who approached Mavilaru from the west reached the tank's western gate last evening (August
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He also informed that the SFs engaged in its mission to wrest the Mavilaru anicut have succeeded in reaching the western gate of the water sluice. "The forces who approached Mavilaru from the west reached the tank's western gate last evening (August 2). They were also able to establish connection with the Kallaru army camp. But the journey towards the eastern gate is tough and slow owing to the mine fields and other obstacles placed by the LTTE," the Government Defence Spokesman said.
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August - 4 
A grenade was triggered by United Liberation Front Asom (ULFA) cadres, targeting a security convoy, killing one security force (SF) personnel, Manoj Kumar, and injuring two others at Dhelakhat in the Tinsukia district on August 4, according to Telegr
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A grenade was triggered by United Liberation Front Asom (ULFA) cadres, targeting a security convoy, killing one security force (SF) personnel, Manoj Kumar, and injuring two others at Dhelakhat in the Tinsukia district on August 4, according to Telegraph.
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August - 4 
A police constable was injured when terrorists opened firing on a police patrol party at Balnoi in the Mendhar area of Poonch district.
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A police constable was injured when terrorists opened firing on a police patrol party at Balnoi in the Mendhar area of Poonch district.
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August - 4 
Manipur Police arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Yurembam Ibomcha Singh alias Robin, during a cordon and search operation at Mahabali Mamang Leikai in the Imphal East district on August 4.
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Manipur Police arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Yurembam Ibomcha Singh alias Robin, during a cordon and search operation at Mahabali Mamang Leikai in the Imphal East district on August 4.
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August - 4 
Times of India reports that the Nawada police on August 4 arrested four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and recovered arms and ammunition from their possession. Police sources said while Mohd Shahabuddin, Umesh Pandit and one of t
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Times of India reports that the Nawada police on August 4 arrested four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and recovered arms and ammunition from their possession. Police sources said while Mohd Shahabuddin, Umesh Pandit and one of their accomplices were arrested at Shekhodeora under the Kauakol police station of the district, the fourth Maoist, Rajendra Yadav alias Bomber, was arrested at Derma village under the Roh police station of the district. A loaded SLR, a country-made rifle, two country-made pistols with about 10 rounds of live cartridges and two different packets of explosive powder, detonators and few gelatin sticks were also recovered from their possession.
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August - 4 
Unidentified gunmen assaulted two civilians at an undisclosed location near Imphal city on August 4.
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Unidentified gunmen assaulted two civilians at an undisclosed location near Imphal city on August 4.
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August - 4 
A boy was injured when a bomb exploded in a residential area on Wafa Road in Quetta, capital of the Balochistan province, on August 4-night, according to Dawn.
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A boy was injured when a bomb exploded in a residential area on Wafa Road in Quetta, capital of the Balochistan province, on August 4-night, according to Dawn.
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August - 4 
A commander of Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti, Balochia Khan, reportedly surrendered to the Chattar police on the same day. He handed over his weapons and assured support for the Government.
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A commander of Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti, Balochia Khan, reportedly surrendered to the Chattar police on the same day. He handed over his weapons and assured support for the Government.
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August - 4 
Five soldiers were injured and several vehicles damaged when a remote-controlled device exploded near an army camp at Shakai in South Waziristan on August 4, according to Dawn. Officials said that the soldiers were camping in a private rest-house bel
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Five soldiers were injured and several vehicles damaged when a remote-controlled device exploded near an army camp at Shakai in South Waziristan on August 4, according to Dawn. Officials said that the soldiers were camping in a private rest-house belonging to deceased senator Malik Faridullah Khan in the Shakai area.
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August - 4 
An extremist belonging to the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) was killed in crossfire between the police and PBCP cadres at Sahebnagar in the Chuadanga district on August 4, according to Daily Star. The extremist, ident
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An extremist belonging to the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) was killed in crossfire between the police and PBCP cadres at Sahebnagar in the Chuadanga district on August 4, according to Daily Star. The extremist, identified as Abul Kalam Azad, hailing from Boalia in the same district, had been arrested from Shekra Bazaar in Sailakupa sub-district of Jhenidah district on August 3. A firearm and four bullets were recovered from the encounter site. Police sources said that he was accused in around seven murder cases.
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August - 4 
According to a delayed report, 15 Tamils working for a French aid agency, Action Against Hunger, were found dead in the Muttur town of Trincomalee district on August 4.
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According to a delayed report, 15 Tamils working for a French aid agency, Action Against Hunger, were found dead in the Muttur town of Trincomalee district on August 4.
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August - 4 
Associated Press quoting Sri Lankan military sources has reported that troops foiled a major Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attack on a strategic jetty in the Muttur area of Trincomalee district, killing 35 cadres on August 4. The military s
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Associated Press quoting Sri Lankan military sources has reported that troops foiled a major Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attack on a strategic jetty in the Muttur area of Trincomalee district, killing 35 cadres on August 4. The military spokesperson, Maj. Upali Rajapakse, stated, “Our forces have repulsed a major terrorist attack, and based on our ground information we have learned that 35 bodies of terrorists are lying there."
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August - 4 
Daily News reports that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) massacred over hundred civilians who were fleeing fighting in Muttur. Other reports said over 100 bodies of civilians laid scattered in Pachchanoor, where the LTTE installed a road b
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Daily News reports that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) massacred over hundred civilians who were fleeing fighting in Muttur. Other reports said over 100 bodies of civilians laid scattered in Pachchanoor, where the LTTE installed a road block until August 4 night. The website of the National Security Ministry reported that LTTE had killed over 100 Muslims, including women and children, after accusing them of conniving with the security forces.
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August - 4 
Five Muslim civilians were killed when a shell fell near them at the 64th milepost in the Pachchanoor area of Muttur town. Meanwhile, thousands of Muslim civilians in the Muttur area have started to flee due to heavy fighting between the Government f
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Five Muslim civilians were killed when a shell fell near them at the 64th milepost in the Pachchanoor area of Muttur town. Meanwhile, thousands of Muslim civilians in the Muttur area have started to flee due to heavy fighting between the Government forces and LTTE, sources said.
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August - 4 
Norway announced a pledge of $US1.5 million to help civilians caught in the latest violence. The Norwegian Government said Oslo will provide assistance in humanitarian aid through the International Committee of the Red Cross and other non-Governmenta
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Norway announced a pledge of $US1.5 million to help civilians caught in the latest violence. The Norwegian Government said Oslo will provide assistance in humanitarian aid through the International Committee of the Red Cross and other non-Governmental agencies.
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August - 4 
On August 4, one Army personnel was killed when LTTE cadres opened fire at troops in the Parappakandal area of Mannar district.
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On August 4, one Army personnel was killed when LTTE cadres opened fire at troops in the Parappakandal area of Mannar district.
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August - 4 
President Mahinda Rajapaksa stressed that his Government was ready to solve any issue through negotiations at any time but would not allow anyone to solve any problem by using guns. Briefing political leaders about the current situation at the All Pa
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President Mahinda Rajapaksa stressed that his Government was ready to solve any issue through negotiations at any time but would not allow anyone to solve any problem by using guns. Briefing political leaders about the current situation at the All Party Conference on August 4, the President said, "We will not let the issues to be solved by the use of guns. The LTTE has clearly violated the Geneva Convention by depriving 15,000 people of their basic human rights." He added, "As a responsible Government it is our prime responsibility to safeguard the basic human rights of the people and it is our duty to deploy the Security Forces and the Police to safeguard the people's basic rights." The Government was compelled to take action to open the Mavil Aru anicut (irrigational channel) as the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) had deprived the basic rights of 15,000 families by forcibly closing the anicut, the President further added.
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August - 4 August - 5
The Kanthale Police recovered the dead bodies two civilians, identified as Arumugam Sri Kanthan and Mahalingam Rajasundaram, from Trincomalee district on August 5. Elsewhere, on August 4, the dead body of a police sergeant who was believed to have di
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The Kanthale Police recovered the dead bodies two civilians, identified as Arumugam Sri Kanthan and Mahalingam Rajasundaram, from Trincomalee district on August 5. Elsewhere, on August 4, the dead body of a police sergeant who was believed to have died during confrontations with LTTE was recovered from the general area (area under Government control) of Muttur town.
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August - 4 
The Karandeniya Police in the Galle district seized a huge cache of weapons and explosives transported from the Northeast to the South following intelligence information about the LTTE preparing to transport weapons to the region. The Police told Dai
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The Karandeniya Police in the Galle district seized a huge cache of weapons and explosives transported from the Northeast to the South following intelligence information about the LTTE preparing to transport weapons to the region. The Police told Daily News, "We were informed two days ago that the LTTE was planning to transport weapons from Dambulla to Elpitiya. Karandeniya policemen blocked the lorry passing the Bentota Bridge early yesterday and arrested the suspects and the lorry with the haul." The recoveries include 26 claymore mines each weighing five kgs, two side chargers, two detonator wire codes, three T-56, 13 magazines, one pistol, 240 nine mm ammunition and 30 high explosive C-4 packets each weighing 500g, 200 detonators and 1,000 ammunition.
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August - 4 
The People's Bank Manager in Jaffna, Pon Ganeshamoorthy, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at his residence in the Thirunelveli area.
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The People's Bank Manager in Jaffna, Pon Ganeshamoorthy, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at his residence in the Thirunelveli area.
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August - 4 
The Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) Party national leader, Rauff Hakeem, alleged that civilian casualties in the last three days had been caused by shelling and artillery fire emanating from the areas under the control of the Army. He also accused t
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The Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) Party national leader, Rauff Hakeem, alleged that civilian casualties in the last three days had been caused by shelling and artillery fire emanating from the areas under the control of the Army. He also accused the LTTE of detaining hundreds of fleeing citizens and urged their immediate release.
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August - 5 
A Panch (village head) was shot dead by the terrorists after being held hostage for about an hour at village Marhot in Surankote tehsil of Poonch district on August 5.
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A Panch (village head) was shot dead by the terrorists after being held hostage for about an hour at village Marhot in Surankote tehsil of Poonch district on August 5.
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August - 5 
Hindu reports that at least 15 persons were injured, six of them seriously, when suspected United Liberation of Asom (ULFA) militants triggered a grenade blast at Jonai in Dhemaji district on August 5 night.
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Hindu reports that at least 15 persons were injured, six of them seriously, when suspected United Liberation of Asom (ULFA) militants triggered a grenade blast at Jonai in Dhemaji district on August 5 night.
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August - 5 
Hindu reports that in a fierce fighting between Greyhounds personnel of the Andhra Police and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres near Ahobilam in the Nallamala forest of Kurnool district, a police personnel and a Maoist were killed o
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Hindu reports that in a fierce fighting between Greyhounds personnel of the Andhra Police and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres near Ahobilam in the Nallamala forest of Kurnool district, a police personnel and a Maoist were killed on August 5. After the encounter, the police recovered two .303 rifles from the spot.
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August - 5 August - 6
Nagaland Post reports that at least nine National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres have defected to the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) faction between August 5 and 6. Talking to reporters
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Nagaland Post reports that at least nine National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres have defected to the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) faction between August 5 and 6. Talking to reporters over phone from an undisclosed location, the NSCN-K ‘defence secretary’ Joseph Patton said that they deposited a huge cache of arms and ammunition, including LMG, GI Rifle, SLR, US carbine, 4 Thailand hand grenades, grenade launching rifles, Mark rifles, AK-56 rifle and Sniper rifle.
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August - 5 
Sentinel reports that two activists of the Karbi Longri National Liberation Front (KLNLF) were arrested from Silputa under Bakulia police station in the Karbi Anglong district on August 5. They were identified as William Kathar and Ranjit Teron. Seve
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Sentinel reports that two activists of the Karbi Longri National Liberation Front (KLNLF) were arrested from Silputa under Bakulia police station in the Karbi Anglong district on August 5. They were identified as William Kathar and Ranjit Teron. Several incriminating documents, a diary and some arms and ammunition were recovered from their possession
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August - 5 
Suspected terrorists hurled a grenade towards a picket of 113 Battalion CRPF near the State Bank of India branch in the Main Chowk, Sopore injuring one CRPF personnel and two civilians. Minutes later, another grenade attack at the same place resulted
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Suspected terrorists hurled a grenade towards a picket of 113 Battalion CRPF near the State Bank of India branch in the Main Chowk, Sopore injuring one CRPF personnel and two civilians. Minutes later, another grenade attack at the same place resulted into injuries to five CRPF personnel, sources said.
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August - 5 
Three unidentified terrorists were killed during an overnight gun battle between security forces and terrorists at Helmetpora in Kupwara district. One of the slain terrorist has been identified as Abu Usama, resident of Pakistan. Two AK rifle, 3 maga
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Three unidentified terrorists were killed during an overnight gun battle between security forces and terrorists at Helmetpora in Kupwara district. One of the slain terrorist has been identified as Abu Usama, resident of Pakistan. Two AK rifle, 3 magazines, 85 rounds, 2 grenades and Rs 2080 were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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August - 5 
Intercepted LTTE radio transmissions have confirmed that the LTTE has lost 330 cadres during fierce fighting that erupted during the past four days. Trincomalee LTTE military leader Soornam had been heard desperately calling for more reinforcements f
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Intercepted LTTE radio transmissions have confirmed that the LTTE has lost 330 cadres during fierce fighting that erupted during the past four days. Trincomalee LTTE military leader Soornam had been heard desperately calling for more reinforcements from Batticaloa, the transmissions have revealed.
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August - 5 
Navy spokesman Commander K. Dasanayake said no fighting was reported in the Muttur town where troops on August 4 aborted an LTTE attempt to overrun the Muttur Jetty. Naval Forces and Army retaliated killing 152 LTTE cadres. Three sailors were killed
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Navy spokesman Commander K. Dasanayake said no fighting was reported in the Muttur town where troops on August 4 aborted an LTTE attempt to overrun the Muttur Jetty. Naval Forces and Army retaliated killing 152 LTTE cadres. Three sailors were killed and eight wounded during the confrontation.
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August - 5 
Security forces on August 5 killed five LTTE cadres who infiltrated the security forces forward defence lines at Kothweli in Kilali, a military official said.
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Security forces on August 5 killed five LTTE cadres who infiltrated the security forces forward defence lines at Kothweli in Kilali, a military official said.
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August - 5 August - 6
Three civilians were killed in separate incidents in Jaffna district. A civilian, identified as Kandiah Sudhakaran, was shot dead by LTTE cadres at Kopay junction on Jaffna - Point Pedro road. Similarly, a civilian was shot dead by LTTE cadres in the
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Three civilians were killed in separate incidents in Jaffna district. A civilian, identified as Kandiah Sudhakaran, was shot dead by LTTE cadres at Kopay junction on Jaffna - Point Pedro road. Similarly, a civilian was shot dead by LTTE cadres in the Maradanamadam area on August 5. Another dead body of a civilian, identified as Arumugam Udayasooriyan, killed by suspected LTTE cadres was recovered from Thambisetti area.
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August - 6 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Sundar Chetia, who was arrested from Tinsukia district on August 6, reportedly confessed during interrogation that he had been extorting money ranging from Rupees 50,000 to Rupees 1 00, 000 annually
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Sundar Chetia, who was arrested from Tinsukia district on August 6, reportedly confessed during interrogation that he had been extorting money ranging from Rupees 50,000 to Rupees 1 00, 000 annually for the past three years and sending them to Ujjwal Gohain, ‘finance controller of the 28 battalion’ of the outfit, according to Telegraph.
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August - 6 
A woman, identified as Sarah, is reported to have died and 16 persons, including five police personnel, sustained injuries when terrorists lobbed a grenade in the Sopore town of Baramulla district on August 6. The attack was the third such incident i
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A woman, identified as Sarah, is reported to have died and 16 persons, including five police personnel, sustained injuries when terrorists lobbed a grenade in the Sopore town of Baramulla district on August 6. The attack was the third such incident in the area within a span of 24 hours, according to Daily Excelsior. On August 6-afternoon, two successive grenade attacks in the same area had caused injuries to eight persons.
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August - 6 
An encounter between security force (SF) personnel and cadres belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) was reported at Sakan Thangsang under Kanchanpur police station in the North Tripura distric
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An encounter between security force (SF) personnel and cadres belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) was reported at Sakan Thangsang under Kanchanpur police station in the North Tripura district on August 6-morning, according to Tripurainfo. While militants managed to escape, two country made guns, one camera and one diary were reportedly recovered from the encounter site.
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August - 6 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, while speaking about early direct peace talks with the ULFA, said the killing of innocent civilians has to be stopped first as “it was not a one-way traffic”, reports Sentinel. He mentioned that no positive signal ha
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, while speaking about early direct peace talks with the ULFA, said the killing of innocent civilians has to be stopped first as “it was not a one-way traffic”, reports Sentinel. He mentioned that no positive signal had come from the ULFA so far, by saying, “Reports of extortion and killing are still pouring in from various parts of the State, and this cannot be seen as a positive indication.”
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August - 6 
Eight paramilitary force personnel were wounded when suspected ULFA militants hurled a grenade at a Central Reserve Police Force patrol party near Bhojo railway station under Charaideo subdivision in the Sivasagar district on August 6-evening.
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Eight paramilitary force personnel were wounded when suspected ULFA militants hurled a grenade at a Central Reserve Police Force patrol party near Bhojo railway station under Charaideo subdivision in the Sivasagar district on August 6-evening.
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August - 6 
Following the encounter on August 5 in the Kurnool district, that resulted in the death of a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre and a security personnel (SF), another encounter between the fleeing Maoists and the SFs took place in the
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Following the encounter on August 5 in the Kurnool district, that resulted in the death of a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre and a security personnel (SF), another encounter between the fleeing Maoists and the SFs took place in the early hours of August 6 in the same area leading to the death of one more Maoist. The slain Maoists are suspected to be Raghavulu alias Obulesu, State Committee Member of the outfit and Damsetta alias Kranti, a dalam (squad) member.
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August - 6 
In the district, a hardware shop owner, Sanjay Agarwal, was shot at and wounded by suspected ULFA militants at Gaurisagar Tiniali on the same evening.
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In the district, a hardware shop owner, Sanjay Agarwal, was shot at and wounded by suspected ULFA militants at Gaurisagar Tiniali on the same evening.
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August - 6 
On August 6, the Jharkhand Government banned the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and all its frontal organisations in the State. A notification was issued last week in this regard, Jharkhand Home Secretary, J. B. Tubid, said in Ranchi. T
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On August 6, the Jharkhand Government banned the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and all its frontal organisations in the State. A notification was issued last week in this regard, Jharkhand Home Secretary, J. B. Tubid, said in Ranchi. The ban on the Maoist outfit became necessary as most of the cadres were either with the erstwhile Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) or People’s War Group (PWG) before their merger with the CPI-Maoist. This was learnt from most of the recently arrested extremists, he added.
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August - 6 
Telegraph reports that on August 6, security force (SF) personnel killed three Maoists at Garmorwa near Lohawat Pahaad, between the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand and Gaya district of Bihar. Superintendent of police (SP) Praveen Kumar Singh informe
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Telegraph reports that on August 6, security force (SF) personnel killed three Maoists at Garmorwa near Lohawat Pahaad, between the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand and Gaya district of Bihar. Superintendent of police (SP) Praveen Kumar Singh informed, “however, the bodies were carried away (by the surviving Naxalites)”. A huge cache of arms and ammunition, which were looted from the Giridih armoury in 2005, have also been recovered in the raid, he claimed. Police sources claimed that two groups of extremists, the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and a splinter group of the erstwhile People’s War Group (PWG) had assembled on the spot to sort out differences between them when the SFs raided. The police recovered arms and ammunition which included two cane bombs, two rifles, 160 rounds of live cartridges, magazines for self-loading rifle, a torch, receipts of levy, medicines and Maoist literature.
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August - 6 
The Inspector General of Police (Jammu Zone), S. P. Vaid, told a press conference in Jammu on August 6 that approximately 60 terrorists trained in various camps in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir have managed to cross over to the Indian side f
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The Inspector General of Police (Jammu Zone), S. P. Vaid, told a press conference in Jammu on August 6 that approximately 60 terrorists trained in various camps in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir have managed to cross over to the Indian side from the Rajouri and Poonch districts recently to carry out subversion in Jammu and Kashmir.
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August - 6 
There was an exchange of gunfire between rival cadres of Kuki National Army (KNA) and Kuki National Front (KNF) at Saidan village in the Churachandpur district on August 6. However, there have been no reports of casualties till now.
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There was an exchange of gunfire between rival cadres of Kuki National Army (KNA) and Kuki National Front (KNF) at Saidan village in the Churachandpur district on August 6. However, there have been no reports of casualties till now.
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August - 6 
Three soldiers were reportedly wounded when terrorists attacked an Army convoy on the strategic Srinagar-Leh national highway. The Al Mansoorian militant outfit has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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Three soldiers were reportedly wounded when terrorists attacked an Army convoy on the strategic Srinagar-Leh national highway. The Al Mansoorian militant outfit has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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August - 6 
Two terrorists, including Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘Battalion Commander’ Muqeen Ahmed Rather alias Samiullah, were killed in a late night encounter at Kulgam in the Anantnag district. Two AK 47 rifles and some ammunition were from the incident site.
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Two terrorists, including Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘Battalion Commander’ Muqeen Ahmed Rather alias Samiullah, were killed in a late night encounter at Kulgam in the Anantnag district. Two AK 47 rifles and some ammunition were from the incident site.
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August - 6 
Two unidentified United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants were killed when a grenade, they were carrying, exploded at Mission Chariali near Defence Theater in the Tezpur district on an unspecified date, according to Assam Tribune. Several per
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Two unidentified United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants were killed when a grenade, they were carrying, exploded at Mission Chariali near Defence Theater in the Tezpur district on an unspecified date, according to Assam Tribune. Several persons were also reportedly wounded in the explosion.
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August - 6 
Unidentified gunmen shot at and injured a youth, Kezhaletuo Toso, at Kezekie in the capital Kohima on August 6.
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Unidentified gunmen shot at and injured a youth, Kezhaletuo Toso, at Kezekie in the capital Kohima on August 6.
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August - 6 
Urging Pakistan to intervene militarily to resolve the Kashmir issue, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salahuddin asserted that no political solution was possible since India and the international community had "wasted the opportunity by not respon
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Urging Pakistan to intervene militarily to resolve the Kashmir issue, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salahuddin asserted that no political solution was possible since India and the international community had "wasted the opportunity by not responding to Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf's CBMs," reported UNI. "On the Kashmir issue, Islamabad cannot take a u-turn. Kashmir is an indigenous movement. Pakistan is a party to it. It is Pakistan's responsibility to provide every kind of support to the movement-although until now it has been giving it diplomatic, moral and political support. We want Pakistan to initiate a military intervention in Kashmir," he said, in an interview to The Friday Times from Pakistan occupied Kashmir. He claimed India has realised that militancy could spread to other parts of the country if the Kashmir issue is not resolved soon. "One year, five years, ten years or hundred years... Time doesn't matter in freedom movements. India has realised that if Kashmir is not resolved soon, militancy will spiral out of Kashmir and spread to other parts of the country," he said. However, Salahuddin denied the group's involvement in the Mumbai serial blasts of July 11, 2006. Terming India's demand to Pakistan to hand him over as "absurd," he said that "no law in the world can make anyone extradite me" and it was impossible for the Musharraf Government to take a "u-turn" on him.
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August - 6 
A suspected suicide bomber riding a bicycle was killed on August 6 at Hub in the Balochistan province, according to Dawn. The man, aged approximately 25, was blown to bits while he was riding through the main market in the town of Hub 600km south of
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A suspected suicide bomber riding a bicycle was killed on August 6 at Hub in the Balochistan province, according to Dawn. The man, aged approximately 25, was blown to bits while he was riding through the main market in the town of Hub 600km south of provincial capital Quetta, police official Mohammad Rafiq told AFP. No one else was injured in the blast, he informed. Initial investigations have revealed that the suspect had strapped explosives on his body and it appeared he was on a suicide missions somewhere, Rafiq added.
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August - 6 
Pakistan has asked Iran to monitor the activities of the Indian consulate in the city of Zahidaan that, according to the Pakistani Government, is fermenting unrest in Balochistan. Official sources told Daily Times the request was made to the Iranian
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Pakistan has asked Iran to monitor the activities of the Indian consulate in the city of Zahidaan that, according to the Pakistani Government, is fermenting unrest in Balochistan. Official sources told Daily Times the request was made to the Iranian authorities by Syed Kamal Shah, the Interior Secretary of Pakistan. Shah was on an official visit to Iran to discuss issues of border security and human smuggling.
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August - 6 
Urging Pakistan to intervene militarily to resolve the Kashmir issue, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salahuddin asserted that no political solution was possible since India and the international community had "wasted the opportunity by not respon
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Urging Pakistan to intervene militarily to resolve the Kashmir issue, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salahuddin asserted that no political solution was possible since India and the international community had "wasted the opportunity by not responding to Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf's CBMs," reported UNI. "On the Kashmir issue, Islamabad cannot take a u-turn. Kashmir is an indigenous movement. Pakistan is a party to it. It is Pakistan's responsibility to provide every kind of support to the movement-although until now it has been giving it diplomatic, moral and political support. We want Pakistan to initiate a military intervention in Kashmir," he said, in an interview to The Friday Times from Pakistan occupied Kashmir. He claimed India has realised that militancy could spread to other parts of the country if the Kashmir issue is not resolved soon. "One year, five years, ten years or hundred years... Time doesn't matter in freedom movements. India has realised that if Kashmir is not resolved soon, militancy will spiral out of Kashmir and spread to other parts of the country," he said. However, Salahuddin denied the group's involvement in the Mumbai serial blasts of July 11, 2006. Terming India's demand to Pakistan to hand him over as "absurd," he said that "no law in the world can make anyone extradite me" and it was impossible for the Musharraf Government to take a "u-turn" on him.
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August - 6 
A group of Maoists on August 6 abducted Dipo Yadav, a Nepali Congress (NC) activist, from Barmajhiya in the Dhanusha district.
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A group of Maoists on August 6 abducted Dipo Yadav, a Nepali Congress (NC) activist, from Barmajhiya in the Dhanusha district.
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August - 6 
Kantipur quoted sources as saying that the Government is floating a proposal of managing the arms first and then gradually move towards political agenda as they have to send a consensus letter to the United Nations by August 9, and there is no need o
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Kantipur quoted sources as saying that the Government is floating a proposal of managing the arms first and then gradually move towards political agenda as they have to send a consensus letter to the United Nations by August 9, and there is no need of UN assistance in the political agenda, but the Maoists are yet to give a nod to it.
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August - 6 
Nepal News reports that as the Government and Maoists failed to reach a consensus one the issue of arms management, the former has floated a proposal of managing the insurgents’ arms in three phases. As per the proposal, in the first phase, the Maois
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Nepal News reports that as the Government and Maoists failed to reach a consensus one the issue of arms management, the former has floated a proposal of managing the insurgents’ arms in three phases. As per the proposal, in the first phase, the Maoist army will be placed in some temporary camps along with their weapons and in the second phase, the United Nations would be called to suggest modalities for the weapons management. In the third phase, the Maoist army and weapons will be separated during the period of interim Government and elections to the constituent assembly.
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August - 6 
Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala conceded that differences have stalled the peace process. However, he made it clear that talks are continuing. “Of course, there are differences among us. But what is important is talks are going on,” Koirala said
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Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala conceded that differences have stalled the peace process. However, he made it clear that talks are continuing. “Of course, there are differences among us. But what is important is talks are going on,” Koirala said, adding that “if we do not give any space to the Maoists, they will be desperate. Similarly if we do not give any space to the king, he will be frustrated”.
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August - 6 
Speaking at a programme in Chitwan, central leader of the Maoists, Devendra Poudel, said that the Maoists would not hand over their arms to the ‘imperialists’ at any cost.
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Speaking at a programme in Chitwan, central leader of the Maoists, Devendra Poudel, said that the Maoists would not hand over their arms to the ‘imperialists’ at any cost.
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August - 6 
The coordinator of the Maoists’ talks team, Krishna Bahadur Mahara, has said that the Maoists would not just lay down arms but would go to the extent of destroying all their weapons if the political forces of Nepal would agree on setting up a republi
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The coordinator of the Maoists’ talks team, Krishna Bahadur Mahara, has said that the Maoists would not just lay down arms but would go to the extent of destroying all their weapons if the political forces of Nepal would agree on setting up a republican state. Mahara said the political parties did not seem willing to go ahead as per the previous 12-point understanding but were indulging in snowballing the issue of weapons management as a great thing, which he said is not a difficult issue to settle. People’s Liberation Army is ready to stay temporarily in the camps under the supervision of United Nations, he said. He clarified that though his party would accept the arrival of the civilians from United Nations, it would never agree to the presence of UN peacekeeping force in Nepal.
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August - 6 
A spokesperson for the LTTE, S. Puleedevan, told Associated Free Press, "We had informed the Sri Lankan government and clearance was obtained," adding, "But, as they approached the area, there was heavy shelling and they can't open the sluice gates.
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A spokesperson for the LTTE, S. Puleedevan, told Associated Free Press, "We had informed the Sri Lankan government and clearance was obtained," adding, "But, as they approached the area, there was heavy shelling and they can't open the sluice gates. Even the monitors had a narrow shave."
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August - 6 
As the head of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM), Ulf Henricsson, headed towards the Mavil Aru sluice gate in the Kallar region of Trincomalee district along with a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader to reopen it after talks between
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As the head of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM), Ulf Henricsson, headed towards the Mavil Aru sluice gate in the Kallar region of Trincomalee district along with a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader to reopen it after talks between the head of the LTTE political wing, S.P Thamilchelvan, and Norwegian peace envoy, Jon Hanssen-Bauer, in Killinochchi on August 6, the Army artillery opened fire. Reacting to the Army fire, Henricsson said, "It seems some people want war rather than water.” He added the Maavil Aru dam was just minutes away from being re-opened, returning water supplies to thousands of families, when the bombardment started. "No water. War instead of water. Not a good idea, not a good solution. …..we could have waited some minutes more for the water so I think (the attack) was a bad idea," Henricsson said
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August - 6 
Following the attacks, Tamilselvan told Reuters, "We consider this a declaration of war and strongly condemn the attitude of the government."
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Following the attacks, Tamilselvan told Reuters, "We consider this a declaration of war and strongly condemn the attitude of the government."
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August - 6 
The Government said it was not involved in talks between peace-broker Norway and the LTTE on re-opening the dam. "Water should not be a negotiating tool,” said Government spokesperson Keheliya Rambukwella, adding, "We don't want terrorists to come an
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The Government said it was not involved in talks between peace-broker Norway and the LTTE on re-opening the dam. "Water should not be a negotiating tool,” said Government spokesperson Keheliya Rambukwella, adding, "We don't want terrorists to come and open the waterway. They must simply allow irrigation engineers to do it, otherwise we will open it anyway." He accused the LTTE of trying to use the reservoir issue to score political points. If the outfit was serious about opening the reservoir, they should notify the Government's irrigation department and allow engineers to arrive and open the sluice gates, Rambukwella said. He added that the water supply should be controlled by the "government of Sri Lanka and the terrorists should vacate from the areas." The Government also explained the shelling of the Mavil Aaru dam area when the Nordic truce monitor was at the dam site on, by saying that he had not obtained clearance prior to visiting the site.
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August - 6 
The pro-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) website Tamil Net alleged that on August 6, at least 15 Tamil civilians were killed when security forces (SFs) fired artillery on LTTE cadres controlling the Mavil Aru reservoir.
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The pro-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) website Tamil Net alleged that on August 6, at least 15 Tamil civilians were killed when security forces (SFs) fired artillery on LTTE cadres controlling the Mavil Aru reservoir.
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August - 6 
The SLMM is reportedly considering amending the cease-fire agreement (CFA) between the Sri Lanka Government and LTTE to fill the vacant positions of the SLMM. Proposals have been made to replace the SLMM with monitors from Switzerland and New Zealand
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The SLMM is reportedly considering amending the cease-fire agreement (CFA) between the Sri Lanka Government and LTTE to fill the vacant positions of the SLMM. Proposals have been made to replace the SLMM with monitors from Switzerland and New Zealand. But the mutual agreement of the parties is necessary for this as the SLMM consists of monitors from Nordic countries.
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August - 6 
Troops arrested two LTTE suspects along with two pistols and a magazine with ammunition from the Ambuwelipuram area.
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Troops arrested two LTTE suspects along with two pistols and a magazine with ammunition from the Ambuwelipuram area.
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August - 7 
A cadre of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami, identified as Mohammed Amin Rather alias Sameer Movia, was shot dead by the troops in an encounter at village Ballana in the Doda district. One AK-47 rifle, one magazine, and five rounds were recovered from hi
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A cadre of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami, identified as Mohammed Amin Rather alias Sameer Movia, was shot dead by the troops in an encounter at village Ballana in the Doda district. One AK-47 rifle, one magazine, and five rounds were recovered from his possession.
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August - 7 
A terrorist, identified as Showkat Ahmed Bhat, was arrested at Charsu in the Pulwama district along with one grenade. Separately, a Bangladeshi national, Nasir-ud-Din, who was allegedly trying to exfiltrate to Pakistan was arrested near the Internati
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A terrorist, identified as Showkat Ahmed Bhat, was arrested at Charsu in the Pulwama district along with one grenade. Separately, a Bangladeshi national, Nasir-ud-Din, who was allegedly trying to exfiltrate to Pakistan was arrested near the International Border in the Badyal Brahmana area of RS Pura sector.
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August - 7 
According to Daily Excelsior, security force (SF) personnel launched a cordon-and-search operation at Kund in the Kulgam-Qazigund area of Anantnag district on August 7, after learning that Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist Fayaz Ahmed Naikoo was pres
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According to Daily Excelsior, security force (SF) personnel launched a cordon-and-search operation at Kund in the Kulgam-Qazigund area of Anantnag district on August 7, after learning that Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist Fayaz Ahmed Naikoo was present in the village along with two or three associates. As troops laid siege to the locality, the terrorists opened gunfire and escaped while breaking the cordon and killing two soldiers. Official sources confirmed the death of two soldiers and admitted that the terrorists had also looted two AK-47 rifles from the SFs.
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August - 7 
An unidentified person was killed and 15 others, including four Central Reserve Police Force personnel and a child, were injured when United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants exploded a grenade at Digboi Chariali in the Tinsukia district on A
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An unidentified person was killed and 15 others, including four Central Reserve Police Force personnel and a child, were injured when United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants exploded a grenade at Digboi Chariali in the Tinsukia district on August 7-evening, reports Shillong Times.
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August - 7 
Endorsing India’s contention that cross-border terrorism continues, the US said on August 7 that terrorist groups having "designs" against India still have a presence in Pakistan, according to Press Trust of India. US Assistant Secretary of State for
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Endorsing India’s contention that cross-border terrorism continues, the US said on August 7 that terrorist groups having "designs" against India still have a presence in Pakistan, according to Press Trust of India. US Assistant Secretary of State for South Asia Richard Boucher said in New Delhi, however, that his country would like to see progress on Kashmir issue resolution through dialogue. Boucher, who met Foreign Secretary Shyam Saran and held extensive discussions on terrorism and civil nuclear deal with External Affairs Ministry Joint Secretary (Americas) S Jai Shanker, also sought to allay concerns in India with regard to certain aspects of the civil nuclear deal. Boucher is reported to have said "we all know there is terrorism in the (South Asian) region. Some of terrorism is in Pakistan. Some of the (terror) groups that have designs against India still have pieces in Pakistan."
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August - 7 
Four persons were wounded in a grenade blast triggered by suspected militants belonging to the anti-talks Jewel faction of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) at Mahur market in the North Cachar Hills district on August 7-evening.
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Four persons were wounded in a grenade blast triggered by suspected militants belonging to the anti-talks Jewel faction of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) at Mahur market in the North Cachar Hills district on August 7-evening.
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August - 7 
In the State, security forces recovered 76 AK rounds, five Pika rounds, four pistol rounds, one Pika belt, one Chinese hand grenade and one detonator from Kadar Galu in the Udhampur district.
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In the State, security forces recovered 76 AK rounds, five Pika rounds, four pistol rounds, one Pika belt, one Chinese hand grenade and one detonator from Kadar Galu in the Udhampur district.
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August - 7 
Suspected terrorists are reported to have abducted and subsequently killed a civilian, identified as Ghulam Ahmed Mengno, at Donipawa village in the Anantnag district.
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Suspected terrorists are reported to have abducted and subsequently killed a civilian, identified as Ghulam Ahmed Mengno, at Donipawa village in the Anantnag district.
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August - 7 
Telegraph reports that the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) has banned all open debates and meetings on the controversies relating to Meitei script, contending that such arguments would derail the move to replace the existing Bengali script with the Me
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Telegraph reports that the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) has banned all open debates and meetings on the controversies relating to Meitei script, contending that such arguments would derail the move to replace the existing Bengali script with the Meitei script. The ban that came into effect from August 7 will remain in force for the next 10 years. The outfit also warned death penalty to anyone who violates its diktat.
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August - 7 
The tribunal, constituted to examine the ban imposed by the Union Government on the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), on August 7 held it "legal and valid", UNI reported. According to counsel for SIMI, Mobin Akhtar, "Justice B N Chaturvedi d
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The tribunal, constituted to examine the ban imposed by the Union Government on the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), on August 7 held it "legal and valid", UNI reported. According to counsel for SIMI, Mobin Akhtar, "Justice B N Chaturvedi did not pronounce the report in the open court as we had wanted. I was called in his chamber along with the Government’s counsel Siddhartha Mridul and was told that the Government’s decision to ban SIMI was valid and legal." Proscribed on February 8, 2006, the SIMI had moved the tribunal, constituted under Unlawful Activities Prevention Act, to challenge the ban and lift it within six months.
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August - 7 
Three police personnel, including a Sub Inspector, were killed and two others sustained injuries when suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants ambushed a security convoy at Hadukkoloy along the National Highway 44, in the Dhal
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Three police personnel, including a Sub Inspector, were killed and two others sustained injuries when suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants ambushed a security convoy at Hadukkoloy along the National Highway 44, in the Dhalai district on August 7-evening, according to Tripurainfo. "When the jeep reached Hadukkoloy area about 20 kms from district headquarters Ambassa, militants perched on hilltop opened automatic gunfire at the jeep. The driver lost control and the jeep skidded off to the roadside gorge. Sub Inspector Apan Barman, constable Bishu Debbarma and driver of the vehicle Kaushik Sarkar died on the spot", a police officer informed.
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August - 7 
Two more terrorists were killed by the SF personnel during an encounter at Korewali village in the Machhil area of Kupwara district. Two AK-56 rifles, four grenades and a wireless set were recovered from the incident site.
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Two more terrorists were killed by the SF personnel during an encounter at Korewali village in the Machhil area of Kupwara district. Two AK-56 rifles, four grenades and a wireless set were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 7 
Two terrorists and a soldier were reportedly killed and three persons held hostage were rescued in a gun-battle at Shirpora in the Anantnag district.
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Two terrorists and a soldier were reportedly killed and three persons held hostage were rescued in a gun-battle at Shirpora in the Anantnag district.
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August - 7 
A Balochistan Government official called the insurgents’ claims as “absolute nonsense”.
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A Balochistan Government official called the insurgents’ claims as “absolute nonsense”.
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August - 7 
Insurgents on August 7 claimed to have killed nine security force personnel and injured 12 others following clashes at Dera Bugti in the Balochistan province, according to Daily Times. Wadera Alam Khan, a spokesperson for the insurgents, told reporte
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Insurgents on August 7 claimed to have killed nine security force personnel and injured 12 others following clashes at Dera Bugti in the Balochistan province, according to Daily Times. Wadera Alam Khan, a spokesperson for the insurgents, told reporters via satellite phone that violence had escalated on August 7 after a brief break. “Nine security forces personnel were killed while 12 were seriously wounded,” he said, adding that the clash had occurred at Daman in the north of Uchh gas field. “The assault was launched when security forces attacked the hideouts of Baloch fighters. Subsequently, both sides traded fire for many hours,” he informed. Khan also said the insurgents had captured seven vehicles of the troops.
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August - 7 
On August 7, suspected terrorists reportedly fired a rocket that landed near a military base in Wana, South Waziristan, without causing any damage. An unnamed official told Associated Press that troops combed the area around the base following the at
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On August 7, suspected terrorists reportedly fired a rocket that landed near a military base in Wana, South Waziristan, without causing any damage. An unnamed official told Associated Press that troops combed the area around the base following the attack, finding three other rockets positioned to be launched toward the military facility but they were defused.
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August - 7 
Taliban militants on August 7 beheaded a pro-government tribal elder in North Waziristan, according to Dawn. The body of Loi Khan was found dumped on a road in Garhiyoum, some 40 kilometers south of Miranshah, a local official said. The man was abduc
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Taliban militants on August 7 beheaded a pro-government tribal elder in North Waziristan, according to Dawn. The body of Loi Khan was found dumped on a road in Garhiyoum, some 40 kilometers south of Miranshah, a local official said. The man was abducted last week from the adjoining South Waziristan, the official added. A note found on the body reportedly said Khan had been killed as punishment for working as an “informer.”
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August - 7 
This is the second such execution to have taken place in the area this week. On August 7, suspected militants, believed to have links to the Taliban, beheaded a tribesman in North Waziristan on similar charges.
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This is the second such execution to have taken place in the area this week. On August 7, suspected militants, believed to have links to the Taliban, beheaded a tribesman in North Waziristan on similar charges.
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August - 7 
Two girls were injured in a hand-grenade attack on the house of a professor of Bolan Medical Collage late on August 7-night.
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Two girls were injured in a hand-grenade attack on the house of a professor of Bolan Medical Collage late on August 7-night.
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August - 7 
Bhattarai also stated that his party's donation and 'taxation' drive was a transitional arrangement to raise resources to take care of its militia and urged the business community to bear with it till the political problem is solved. "In the absence
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Bhattarai also stated that his party's donation and 'taxation' drive was a transitional arrangement to raise resources to take care of its militia and urged the business community to bear with it till the political problem is solved. "In the absence of budgetary support from the government, we have no option but to raise money from donations. But this phase will pass off as soon as the interim government, including the Maoists, is formed," Bhattarai said.
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August - 7 
On August 7, the CPN (Maoist) leader Baburam Bhattarai said that Prime Minister Girija P Koirala's comments a day earlier on giving space to the King would hamper the ongoing peace talks. Addressing a programme in the capital Kathmandu, Bhattarai sai
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On August 7, the CPN (Maoist) leader Baburam Bhattarai said that Prime Minister Girija P Koirala's comments a day earlier on giving space to the King would hamper the ongoing peace talks. Addressing a programme in the capital Kathmandu, Bhattarai said, "If they (government and the parties) breach the peace talks, if they stick to the old notion of preserving the ‘royal army’ and the king, we will detach ourselves from the peace talks and continue our struggle right here in the city but peacefully." Bhattarai added, "We will form another "front", "republican front" comprising the people of Nepal that would bring another enormous change which would not only sweep monarchy but also all forces who support monarchy."
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August - 7 
Presenting his party's economic policy, Bhattarai said that his party was not against private industries and property ownership. "Nationalization of private property is not the agenda of the Maoist," he said. However, he added extension of school-lev
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Presenting his party's economic policy, Bhattarai said that his party was not against private industries and property ownership. "Nationalization of private property is not the agenda of the Maoist," he said. However, he added extension of school-level education and health services should be the state's responsibility and the Maoists were for the nationalization of schools and health services with appropriate compensation. Maoists would strongly pursue land reform, put ceiling on individual land holding and distribute unproductively held land among tenants and landless people. "But we will arrange higher landholding ceiling for those pursuing commercial farming," he clarified.
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August - 7 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel recovered two firearms, including an M-16 rifle, and 373 bullets from an abandoned bungalow in the remote Charer Khil village in Fatikchhari sub-district of Khagrachari district in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CH
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel recovered two firearms, including an M-16 rifle, and 373 bullets from an abandoned bungalow in the remote Charer Khil village in Fatikchhari sub-district of Khagrachari district in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) on August 7, according to Daily Star. According to RAB sources, following the recovery, the security force personnel raided the house of Kafil Uddin in the same village and recovered one double-barrel gun and 373 bullets of M-16. The operation was reportedly launched following the confessional statement of Nasirul Islam alias Shawkat and Jamal Mohammad Tuhin, two close associates of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadre Nasir. They had been arrested on March 18 this year at Kathgar under Patenga in the Fatikchari city with two AK-47 rifles.
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August - 7 
Another civilian, identified as Seenithamby Sankar, was shot dead by ‘Colonel’ Karuna cadres in the Vantharumoolai area of Batticaloa district on August 7, according to Tamil Net. Elsewhere, ‘Colonel’ Karuna cadres allegedly in connivance with the se
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Another civilian, identified as Seenithamby Sankar, was shot dead by ‘Colonel’ Karuna cadres in the Vantharumoolai area of Batticaloa district on August 7, according to Tamil Net. Elsewhere, ‘Colonel’ Karuna cadres allegedly in connivance with the security forces (SFs), shot dead a civilian, Kandasamy Govindarajah, in the Kalodavi area.
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August - 7 
Australia pledged an initial $1,000,000 for immediate humanitarian relief supplies for displaced residents of Muttur in the Trincomalee district but voiced concern about the ongoing violence in Sri Lanka, especially the apparent execution of 15 local
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Australia pledged an initial $1,000,000 for immediate humanitarian relief supplies for displaced residents of Muttur in the Trincomalee district but voiced concern about the ongoing violence in Sri Lanka, especially the apparent execution of 15 local employees of a French charity. A statement issued by the Australian Embassy in Colombo said, “Australia calls on both sides to re-engage in the peace process without delay and work towards achieving a negotiated and durable solution to the conflict that will benefit all ethnic communities.” The statement added, “To help reduce the impact of the violence on the civilian population, the Australian Government will provide an initial $1,000,000 for immediate humanitarian relief supplies and services for victims of recent fighting around the north-east town of Muttur in Sri Lanka.”
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August - 7 
Heavy fighting was reported from Mawil Aru in the Kallar region of Trincomalee district as the Government forces continued its offensive in the area to open the sluice gates closed by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) since July 20. The Gov
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Heavy fighting was reported from Mawil Aru in the Kallar region of Trincomalee district as the Government forces continued its offensive in the area to open the sluice gates closed by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) since July 20. The Government Information Department said the LTTE has shifted 122 mm artillery to the area and the Army is shelling to neutralize them. Both sides are exchanging artillery, mortar and gunfire, sources said. However, no casualties were reported till last reports came in.
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August - 7 
On August 7, a LTTE cadre, Kaaththamuththu Jeyananthan, was reportedly shot dead by the SF personnel at Santhiveli near Batticaloa Town.
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On August 7, a LTTE cadre, Kaaththamuththu Jeyananthan, was reportedly shot dead by the SF personnel at Santhiveli near Batticaloa Town.
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August - 7 
Suspected LTTE cadres ambushed and killed a top elite Police commando, Senior Superintendent of Police Upul Seneviratne, in a claymore mine explosion in the Kandy region of Jaffna district on August 7, today. His driver was wounded in the incident.
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Suspected LTTE cadres ambushed and killed a top elite Police commando, Senior Superintendent of Police Upul Seneviratne, in a claymore mine explosion in the Kandy region of Jaffna district on August 7, today. His driver was wounded in the incident.
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August - 7 
The Sri Lanka Government on August 7 invited the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to return to the negotiation table and expressed its commitment to find a solution for the ethnic conflict, reports Colombo Page. Foreign Minister Mangala Samara
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The Sri Lanka Government on August 7 invited the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to return to the negotiation table and expressed its commitment to find a solution for the ethnic conflict, reports Colombo Page. Foreign Minister Mangala Samaraweera, who held discussions with senior Indian Communist Party leaders A. B. Bardhan and D Raja in New Delhi, told the media “We still believe that we must get back to the table. We feel LTTE is also feeling the same because of international pressure.”
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August - 7 
Two civilians and a police personnel were killed in separate incidents on August 7, according to Tamil Net. Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Tharumu Theesan, in the Valigamam East area of Jaffna district. Another civili
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Two civilians and a police personnel were killed in separate incidents on August 7, according to Tamil Net. Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Tharumu Theesan, in the Valigamam East area of Jaffna district. Another civilian, Kanapathipillai Kamalanathan, was shot dead by suspected cadres of the Karuna faction in the Valaichchenai area of Batticaloa district.
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August - 7 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a police constable near the Batticaloa Police station.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a police constable near the Batticaloa Police station.
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August - 8 
A team of Manipur Police arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Sapam Shantikumar alias Manaoton, from Lamlong in the Imphal East district.
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A team of Manipur Police arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Sapam Shantikumar alias Manaoton, from Lamlong in the Imphal East district.
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August - 8 
According to Border Security Force sources, at least 300 cadres of the Bengali Tiger Force (BTF) would lay down their arms before Assam Government, on the eve of Independence Day celebration, on August 14, reports Assam Tribune.
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According to Border Security Force sources, at least 300 cadres of the Bengali Tiger Force (BTF) would lay down their arms before Assam Government, on the eve of Independence Day celebration, on August 14, reports Assam Tribune.
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August - 8 
According to Daily Excelsior, the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu Police shot dead two suicide squad (Fidayeen) cadres of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit in an encounter at Jagti near Nagrota in the early hours of August 8 and foiled their
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According to Daily Excelsior, the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu Police shot dead two suicide squad (Fidayeen) cadres of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit in an encounter at Jagti near Nagrota in the early hours of August 8 and foiled their plot to strike in the Jammu City on or before the Independence Day (August 15). One of the slain JeM cadres has been identified as Mohammed Basharat alias Khalid, a Pakistani, while the identity of his associate has not been established though he too was believed to be a Pakistani, informed Mukesh Singh of the SOG. Two AK rifles, four magazines, four grenades, 89 AK rounds, one visiting card of Laxmi Lodge, a Kenwood operating guide, one police ribbon, a sketch of Jammu City, a mobile telephone and hunter shoes were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 8 
Army personnel defused a huge cache of explosives recovered from two unclaimed suitcases from a bus near Sarbhog in the Guwahati city on August 8, reports Assam Tribune.
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Army personnel defused a huge cache of explosives recovered from two unclaimed suitcases from a bus near Sarbhog in the Guwahati city on August 8, reports Assam Tribune.
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August - 8 
Arunachal Pradesh Police arrested five persons, Nuney Tayang, Nakul Chai, Dwarika Meso, Surendra Singh and Makhan Hazarika, from Lohit district for helping the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), reports Sentinel. While four of them were office
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Arunachal Pradesh Police arrested five persons, Nuney Tayang, Nakul Chai, Dwarika Meso, Surendra Singh and Makhan Hazarika, from Lohit district for helping the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), reports Sentinel. While four of them were office bearers of the State Congress, another one was a relative of a leader of the party. This arrest was followed by interrogation of a cadre of the outfit, Dipankar Gogoi, who was earlier arrested from the same district.
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August - 8 
At least 17 persons were wounded when terrorists lobbed a grenade targeting a Central Reserve Police Force vehicle at Handwara in the Kupwara district.
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At least 17 persons were wounded when terrorists lobbed a grenade targeting a Central Reserve Police Force vehicle at Handwara in the Kupwara district.
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August - 8 
At least four new training camps of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were reportedly found along India-Bhutan border in the Nalbari district, according to Telegraph. However, the Union Government is “withholding” information on the location of
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At least four new training camps of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were reportedly found along India-Bhutan border in the Nalbari district, according to Telegraph. However, the Union Government is “withholding” information on the location of these hideouts from the Bhutanese Government to keep the possibility of peace talks with the outfit alive. Intelligence reports indicated that the camps are close to Samdrup Jhonkar in Bhutan, which was purged of militant outfits from the North East India during a long counter insurgency operation in December 2003.
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August - 8 
Hassan Bhai, a front ranking JeM cadre, who was also a close associate of the outfit’s chief Maulana Masood Azhar, was killed in an encounter with the police in the Keshwan forests of Doda district. One Chinese pistol, two magazines and 10 live round
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Hassan Bhai, a front ranking JeM cadre, who was also a close associate of the outfit’s chief Maulana Masood Azhar, was killed in an encounter with the police in the Keshwan forests of Doda district. One Chinese pistol, two magazines and 10 live rounds were recovered from his possession.
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August - 8 
In the State, the Army rescued a 16-year old boy, Abdul Rashid Sheikh, from the captivity of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit from Thanala forests in the Doda distict. Sheikh had been kidnapped by the HM from his residence on July 27 for recruitment in
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In the State, the Army rescued a 16-year old boy, Abdul Rashid Sheikh, from the captivity of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit from Thanala forests in the Doda distict. Sheikh had been kidnapped by the HM from his residence on July 27 for recruitment in the outfit. Separately, the Army also arrested three over ground workers of the terrorists from village Daraj in the Rajouri district. They were identified as Ghulam Rasool, Shabir Shah and Mohammed Hafeez.
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August - 8 
M. Ramani, a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre belonging to the ‘Nagavali Area Committee’ that is active along the Andhra Orissa Border, was taken into custody by the police from a private hospital at Palasa in the Srikakulam distric
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M. Ramani, a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre belonging to the ‘Nagavali Area Committee’ that is active along the Andhra Orissa Border, was taken into custody by the police from a private hospital at Palasa in the Srikakulam district on August 8. According to the Superintendent of Police Manish Kumar Sinha, Ramani was pregnant and had come to the hospital for an abortion. She had been working with the Maoists for the last two years and participated in the raid on a police station in the Gajapati district of Orissa on March 23.
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August - 8 
On August 8, three cadres of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) were arrested in connection with the July 11 Mumbai serial blasts from Nagpur, reports Press Trust of India. Police sources identified the three as Shakil Warsi, Shakir Ahmed
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On August 8, three cadres of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) were arrested in connection with the July 11 Mumbai serial blasts from Nagpur, reports Press Trust of India. Police sources identified the three as Shakil Warsi, Shakir Ahmed Nasi and Mohammad Rehan Khan.
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August - 8 
Sangai Express reports that unidentified gunmen shot dead a 30-year old man, Khunaijam Premkumar, at Ungampat Koirengei under Heingang police station limits in the Imphal East district on August 8.
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Sangai Express reports that unidentified gunmen shot dead a 30-year old man, Khunaijam Premkumar, at Ungampat Koirengei under Heingang police station limits in the Imphal East district on August 8.
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August - 8 
Telegraph quoting Assam Police sources reports that the Bru Liberation Front of Mizoram (BLFM), a breakaway faction of the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF), has forged close ties with the Manipur-based Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA). The alliance
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Telegraph quoting Assam Police sources reports that the Bru Liberation Front of Mizoram (BLFM), a breakaway faction of the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF), has forged close ties with the Manipur-based Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA). The alliance struck between the two militant outfits envisages supply of arms by the ZRA to the BLFM. It also involves mutual co-operation in carrying out guerrilla raids in their respective strongholds.
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August - 8 
Terrorists hurled a hand grenade at the Zakoora Police Station in the capital Srinagar, but it missed the intended target and exploded at a distance without causing much damage.
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Terrorists hurled a hand grenade at the Zakoora Police Station in the capital Srinagar, but it missed the intended target and exploded at a distance without causing much damage.
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August - 8 
The Chief of Army Staff, Gen. J.J. Singh, inaugurated a ‘model village’ adopted and developed by the Army under its military action programme ‘Sadbhavana’ at Singhat in the Churachandpur district on August 8. The programme is aimed at bringing modern
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The Chief of Army Staff, Gen. J.J. Singh, inaugurated a ‘model village’ adopted and developed by the Army under its military action programme ‘Sadbhavana’ at Singhat in the Churachandpur district on August 8. The programme is aimed at bringing modern facilities to remote parts of Manipur. The ‘model village’ was built by local people with technical, material and supervisory support from the Army. It has solar lighting for roads, a forty-bed hospital, a children's park, and water harvesting and sewerage schemes.
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August - 8 
The British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Sir Mark Lyall Grant, rejected as “unfounded” charges of the alleged involvement of British secret agencies in the Balochistan insurgency. His denial came as a delegation of British parliamentarians were que
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The British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Sir Mark Lyall Grant, rejected as “unfounded” charges of the alleged involvement of British secret agencies in the Balochistan insurgency. His denial came as a delegation of British parliamentarians were questioned about the alleged involvement of British secret agencies in Balochistan in a closed-door meeting with members of the Senate Committee on Defence on June 3, a report by the Senate body said. “We have a great deal of interest in the stability and security of Balochistan, simply because that is linked with the security of British troops deployed in Helmand across the border in Afghanistan,” Grant is quoted as saying in the report.
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August - 8 
The Government has decided to expel all foreign students staying in Pakistan without no-objection certificates (NOC) from their own countries, Interior Secretary Syed Kamal Shah said on August 8, according to Dawn. Speaking at a press conference in I
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The Government has decided to expel all foreign students staying in Pakistan without no-objection certificates (NOC) from their own countries, Interior Secretary Syed Kamal Shah said on August 8, according to Dawn. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, Shah informed that 700 foreign students were studying in religious schools and universities in the country. About half of them had not obtained NOCs from their countries and, therefore, they would be repatriated.
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August - 8 
The Sui Southern Gas Company in Balochistan on August 8 called for the army to provide security to its repair teams after unidentified insurgents blew up a gas pipeline disrupting the supply of gas to major areas in Sindh, including Karachi, for seve
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The Sui Southern Gas Company in Balochistan on August 8 called for the army to provide security to its repair teams after unidentified insurgents blew up a gas pipeline disrupting the supply of gas to major areas in Sindh, including Karachi, for several hours, according to Daily Times. The blast occurred in Gobat near Sui Gas Field, damaging an 18-inch diameter gas pipeline which carries gas to various parts of Sindh and Balochistan.
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August - 8 
In a joint statement released on August 8, Nepali and Indian Maoists have come together to condemn what they call growing intervention of the United States in South Asian nations. The CPN (Maoist) and CPI-Maoist said the ‘US imperialists’ had been in
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In a joint statement released on August 8, Nepali and Indian Maoists have come together to condemn what they call growing intervention of the United States in South Asian nations. The CPN (Maoist) and CPI-Maoist said the ‘US imperialists’ had been increasingly intervening in South Asia, particularly in Nepal and India. The joint statement signed by CPI-Maoist spokesperson ‘Azad’ and CPN (Maoist) central committee member ‘Satya’ said ” Even in South Asia the US imperialists are more and more openly intervening in the countries of the region. Particularly in Nepal and India they have been directly intervening in the suppression of the Maoist movements.” On the differences between them, the two outfits claimed that “the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) and the Communist Party of India (Maoist) jointly re-assert their firm commitment to proletarian internationalism, mutual fraternal relations, on the basis of MLM,” the statement said.
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August - 8 
Kantipur reports that Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala had assured a civil society delegation on August 8 that a joint letter to the United Nations would be sent by August 9. Prominent civil society leader Dr. Devendra Raj Pandey quoted the Prime
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Kantipur reports that Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala had assured a civil society delegation on August 8 that a joint letter to the United Nations would be sent by August 9. Prominent civil society leader Dr. Devendra Raj Pandey quoted the Prime Minister as saying, "there are only minor differences [between the government and the Maoists] over the issue of sending a joint letter to the UN, it [the differences] will be bridged."
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August - 8 
Cadres of the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) killed an activist of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in Jhenidah on November 8-night. According to Daily Star, the PBCP cadres shot dead Idrish Ali atGannabazaar ar
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Cadres of the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) killed an activist of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in Jhenidah on November 8-night. According to Daily Star, the PBCP cadres shot dead Idrish Ali atGannabazaar area in the Sadar sub-district when the latter was going to his home in Aswasthanipur. Subsequently, an unidentified person claiming to be the PBCP-Janajuddha spokesman called up local media personnel to claim responsibility for the killing.
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August - 8 
A Special Task Force (STF) soldier and a Police constable were killed when a claymore mine hit the water carrier truck along the Uganthai Poththuvil road in Amparai District. The truck was transporting water for the Uganthai Murugan temple festival.
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A Special Task Force (STF) soldier and a Police constable were killed when a claymore mine hit the water carrier truck along the Uganthai Poththuvil road in Amparai District. The truck was transporting water for the Uganthai Murugan temple festival.
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August - 8 
Hindu reports that on August 8, the LTTE unilaterally lifted the waterway blockade in the east even as the Army continued to target the Tamil Tigers positions in and around the waterway. The LTTE said its leaders and civilian representatives in Maavi
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Hindu reports that on August 8, the LTTE unilaterally lifted the waterway blockade in the east even as the Army continued to target the Tamil Tigers positions in and around the waterway. The LTTE said its leaders and civilian representatives in Maavilaru opened the sluice gates as a "goodwill gesture" and in response to the Norwegian initiative.
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August - 8 August - 9
On August 9, a Police personnel was wounded in a suspected LTTE attack in the Mannar district, the army said. Separately, a LTTE cadre lobbed a hand grenade at troops near the Kachcheri junction in the Jaffna district. Similarly, a naval foot patrol
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On August 9, a Police personnel was wounded in a suspected LTTE attack in the Mannar district, the army said. Separately, a LTTE cadre lobbed a hand grenade at troops near the Kachcheri junction in the Jaffna district. Similarly, a naval foot patrol came under LTTE claymore mine attack in the Vihara Mawatha area of Trincomalee district on August 8. However, no casualties were reported in these incidents.
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August - 8 
The Sri Lankan Government announced that the military had re-opened the controversial sluice gates near the Mawilaru anicut (irrigational channel) on August 8. The Defence Ministry said that sluice gates of the Mavilaru anicut were opened about 8 p.m
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The Sri Lankan Government announced that the military had re-opened the controversial sluice gates near the Mawilaru anicut (irrigational channel) on August 8. The Defence Ministry said that sluice gates of the Mavilaru anicut were opened about 8 p.m. yesterday “accomplishing the noble objective of the humanitarian mission which lasted for 19 days.” As reported earlier, the LTTE had claimed that they have opened the gates yesterday around 5 p.m. but area people said that the military had re-opened the gates.
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August - 8 
Three persons were killed and eight others, including former Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) Parliamentarian S. Sivadasan, were injured when a bomb planted by suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres exploded, targeting the veh
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Three persons were killed and eight others, including former Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) Parliamentarian S. Sivadasan, were injured when a bomb planted by suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres exploded, targeting the vehicle transporting Sivadasan at Milagiriya in the capital Colombo on August 8. Among the dead was a two-year old child who was on the road at the time of the incident and an official from the Ministerial Security Division.
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August - 8 
Two more employees of a French charity were found dead on August 8 in Muttur, raising the toll to 17. Earlier, 15 aid workers were found shot dead in their office in Muttur on August 6. The bodies of the two employees were found in a car in the compo
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Two more employees of a French charity were found dead on August 8 in Muttur, raising the toll to 17. Earlier, 15 aid workers were found shot dead in their office in Muttur on August 6. The bodies of the two employees were found in a car in the compound in an apparent attempt to flee the scene.
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August - 8 
Unidentified gunmen shot dead a security force (SF) personnel, Subair, at Akkaraipattu in the Amparai district.
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Unidentified gunmen shot dead a security force (SF) personnel, Subair, at Akkaraipattu in the Amparai district.
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August - 9 
A delayed report in Nagaland Post states that a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadre was killed in a factional clash with rival cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) at Sutemi in the
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A delayed report in Nagaland Post states that a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadre was killed in a factional clash with rival cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) at Sutemi in the Zunheboto district on August 9.
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August - 9 
A Junior Commissioned Officer of the Assam Rifles, Ajit Sangma, was killed when the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) near Y.K. College at Wangjing in the Thoubal district on August 9. The incident
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A Junior Commissioned Officer of the Assam Rifles, Ajit Sangma, was killed when the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) near Y.K. College at Wangjing in the Thoubal district on August 9. The incident occurred when a road opening party of the Assam Rifles was passing along the National Highway 39.
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August - 9 
A student leader, enrolled in an under-graduation course at Amar Singh College, turned out to be a senior cadre of the outfit amid protests by residents of Dalgate locality in Srinagar who claimed that the Central Reserve Police Force had killed "an
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A student leader, enrolled in an under-graduation course at Amar Singh College, turned out to be a senior cadre of the outfit amid protests by residents of Dalgate locality in Srinagar who claimed that the Central Reserve Police Force had killed "an innocent youth in cold blood". The spokesman of Al-Mansoorian, Abu Arqam, confirmed to KNS over telephone that Ghulam Mohammad Sheikh of Tawheedabad Ashtengo in the Baramulla district was a senior cadre of his group with Naweedul Haq as his code-name.
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August - 9 
A suspected Achik National Liberation Front (ANLF) cadre, Mesh Marak, was arrested for his involvement in a highway robbery case from Ginjal under Tura police station in the West Garo Hills district on August 9, according to Shillong Times.
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A suspected Achik National Liberation Front (ANLF) cadre, Mesh Marak, was arrested for his involvement in a highway robbery case from Ginjal under Tura police station in the West Garo Hills district on August 9, according to Shillong Times.
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August - 9 
In the State, SF personnel neutralized a terrorist hideout at Dhak in the Doda district and recovered three AK magazines, 840 rounds, 240 rounds of 7.62mm, eight sniper rounds, three pistol rounds, three UBGL grenades, two Chinese grenades and 21 met
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In the State, SF personnel neutralized a terrorist hideout at Dhak in the Doda district and recovered three AK magazines, 840 rounds, 240 rounds of 7.62mm, eight sniper rounds, three pistol rounds, three UBGL grenades, two Chinese grenades and 21 meters cordex.
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August - 9 
Nagaland Post reports that a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadre, ‘corporal’ Leshao Khiamniungan, was killed and another wounded in an attack by the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) cad
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Nagaland Post reports that a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadre, ‘corporal’ Leshao Khiamniungan, was killed and another wounded in an attack by the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres at Akuluto in the Zunheboto district on August 9.
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August - 9 
Security forces (SFs) killed the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) ‘Divisional Commander’, Mohammad Sulaiman Bhatti alias 'Major' Gul, during an encounter at Neeldora village in the Shopian area of Pulwama district on August 9, according to Daily Excelsior.
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Security forces (SFs) killed the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) ‘Divisional Commander’, Mohammad Sulaiman Bhatti alias 'Major' Gul, during an encounter at Neeldora village in the Shopian area of Pulwama district on August 9, according to Daily Excelsior.
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August - 9 
SFs arrested an over ground worker of the terrorists, identified as Abdul Karim, from Gandoh in the Doda district. One hand grenade was recovered from his possession. Further, troops recovered one detonator, one Chinese hand grenade, one IED junction
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SFs arrested an over ground worker of the terrorists, identified as Abdul Karim, from Gandoh in the Doda district. One hand grenade was recovered from his possession. Further, troops recovered one detonator, one Chinese hand grenade, one IED junction box, one polaroid camera and one binocular with cover from the house of a Forest guard, Gulzar Ahmed, at village Danhar in the Udhampur district.
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August - 9 
The Assam Tai Ahom Students Union, one of the most influential groups constituting the People’s Committee for Peace Initiatives in Assam, set August 20 as the deadline for the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leadership to own responsibility an
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The Assam Tai Ahom Students Union, one of the most influential groups constituting the People’s Committee for Peace Initiatives in Assam, set August 20 as the deadline for the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leadership to own responsibility and publicly apologise for the killing of innocents, according to Telegraph.
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August - 9 
The Meghalaya Government is reported to have started the Disaster Awareness and Search & Rescue (SAR) Traning programme for cadres of the Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) at Tura in the West Garo Hills district.
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The Meghalaya Government is reported to have started the Disaster Awareness and Search & Rescue (SAR) Traning programme for cadres of the Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) at Tura in the West Garo Hills district.
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August - 9 
The Union Government is reported to have proposed to enact a comprehensive refugee protection bill in the Lower House of the Parliament, according to Assam Tribune. The Union Minister of Home Affairs, Shivraj Patil, said that a draft bill prepared by
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The Union Government is reported to have proposed to enact a comprehensive refugee protection bill in the Lower House of the Parliament, according to Assam Tribune. The Union Minister of Home Affairs, Shivraj Patil, said that a draft bill prepared by the Ministry has been circulated among other ministries for suggestions.
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August - 9 
There was an exchange of fire between the two NSCN factions at Tizit in the Mon district. Further details were unavailable.
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There was an exchange of fire between the two NSCN factions at Tizit in the Mon district. Further details were unavailable.
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August - 9 August - 10
Two Indian women, Shanta Dey and Sabita Dey, and five personnel of the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) were killed in a two-day long gun battle between the BDR and Border Security Force (BSF) at village Harinagar and Kinokhal in the Cachar district along the
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Two Indian women, Shanta Dey and Sabita Dey, and five personnel of the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) were killed in a two-day long gun battle between the BDR and Border Security Force (BSF) at village Harinagar and Kinokhal in the Cachar district along the India-Bangladesh border on August 9-night and August 10-morning, according to Tripurainfo. According to BSF sources, BDR personnel opened unprovoked firing at the BSF personnel who retaliated. "They opened unprovoked and heavy volume of fire using Universal Machine Guns, Heavy Machine Guns, rifles", said Inspector General of BSF, S. K. Datta.
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August - 9 
Hafiz Shafiqur Rehman, a member of the outlawed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), convicted of murdering a rival Shia cleric in 1997, was hanged at the Multan jail on August 9, according to Daily Times. An Anti-Terrorism Court in 1999 found Rehman
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Hafiz Shafiqur Rehman, a member of the outlawed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), convicted of murdering a rival Shia cleric in 1997, was hanged at the Multan jail on August 9, according to Daily Times. An Anti-Terrorism Court in 1999 found Rehman guilty of shooting dead Ijaz Shah, the district president of Tehrik-e-Jaaferi, a group representing the Shias. Higher courts rejected his appeals and President Pervez Musharraf also recently turned down Rehman’s mercy petition.
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August - 9 
Suspected insurgents blew up another gas pipeline in Balochistan on August 9, disrupting the supply of gas to Sui and surrounding areas, Daily Times reported. It was the second attack on a gas installation in two days. The attack on August 8 had susp
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Suspected insurgents blew up another gas pipeline in Balochistan on August 9, disrupting the supply of gas to Sui and surrounding areas, Daily Times reported. It was the second attack on a gas installation in two days. The attack on August 8 had suspended the supply of gas to major areas of Sindh, including Karachi, for several hours.
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August - 9 
Suspected terrorists killed a tribal elder in South Waziristan on August 9 for allegedly “spying” for the United States, according to Daily Times. Noor Muhammad was shot dead in Angoor Adda, 40 kilometers west of Wana. He had reportedly been receivin
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Suspected terrorists killed a tribal elder in South Waziristan on August 9 for allegedly “spying” for the United States, according to Daily Times. Noor Muhammad was shot dead in Angoor Adda, 40 kilometers west of Wana. He had reportedly been receiving threatening letters for the past few months, accusing him of “spying” on militants on both sides of the Pakistan-Afghanistan border for the US-led coalition.
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August - 9 
The insurgents fired 22 rockets at security check posts on August 9, 20 of which were fired at posts in Sangsila, Dera Bugti district, and the other two at a check post in Kahan. However, no casualties were reported.
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The insurgents fired 22 rockets at security check posts on August 9, 20 of which were fired at posts in Sangsila, Dera Bugti district, and the other two at a check post in Kahan. However, no casualties were reported.
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August - 9 
According to the separate letters, the five points agreed to are: (i) the government and the Maoists will continue human rights monitoring through the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Nepal; (ii) they will assist in the monitoring
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According to the separate letters, the five points agreed to are: (i) the government and the Maoists will continue human rights monitoring through the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Nepal; (ii) they will assist in the monitoring of the Code of Conduct during the ceasefire; (iii) On the basis of the agreement to seek UN assistance in the “management of arms and armed personnel of both the sides”, qualified civilian personnel will be deployed to monitor and verify the confinement of CPN-Maoist combatants and their weapons within the designated cantonment areas. Later, the modalities for all arrangements, including of arms and munitions, will be worked out among the parties and the UN; (iv) Monitor the Nepali Army to ensure that it remains in its barracks and its weapons are not used for or against any side. The modalities will be worked out among the parties and the UN, and (v) Election to the Constituent Assembly will be observed in consultation with the parties.
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August - 9 
Himalayan Times has reported that the United Nations mission led by Staffan de Mistura has submitted its report on Nepal’s peace process to the United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan in New York on August 9.
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Himalayan Times has reported that the United Nations mission led by Staffan de Mistura has submitted its report on Nepal’s peace process to the United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan in New York on August 9.
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August - 9 
Maoists in the Hetauda district have prevented the local contractors, who were collecting taxes for the district development committee (DDC) Makwanpur, from collecting local taxes on stones, sand, gravel and road taxes, since August 9.
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Maoists in the Hetauda district have prevented the local contractors, who were collecting taxes for the district development committee (DDC) Makwanpur, from collecting local taxes on stones, sand, gravel and road taxes, since August 9.
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August - 9 
On August 9, the Government and Maoists reached a five-point agreement to seek the assistance of the United Nations in the entire peace process and create a free and fair atmosphere for the election to a Constituent Assembly. Chief Government negotia
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On August 9, the Government and Maoists reached a five-point agreement to seek the assistance of the United Nations in the entire peace process and create a free and fair atmosphere for the election to a Constituent Assembly. Chief Government negotiator and Home Minister, Krishna Prasad Sitaula, and leader of the Maoist talks team, Krishna Bahadur Mahara, handed over separate letters having the same content, signed by Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala and Maoist Chairman Prachanda, to the UN General Secretary Kofi Annan through Abraham Abraham, chief of UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Nepal, at the Peace Secretariat in Kathmandu.
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August - 9 
A day earlier, a civilian, identified as Silvaraja Rathnakumar, was shot dead by LTTE cadres in the Sandilipai area of Jaffna district.
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A day earlier, a civilian, identified as Silvaraja Rathnakumar, was shot dead by LTTE cadres in the Sandilipai area of Jaffna district.
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August - 9 
A day earlier, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres killed a civilian, identified as Sudasivan Adarjun, in the Kondavil area of Jaffna district.
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A day earlier, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres killed a civilian, identified as Sudasivan Adarjun, in the Kondavil area of Jaffna district.
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August - 9 
According to a delayed report, LTTE cadres reportedly abducted a youth on August 9 and later killed him in the Akkarapattu area of Ampara district.
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According to a delayed report, LTTE cadres reportedly abducted a youth on August 9 and later killed him in the Akkarapattu area of Ampara district.
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August - 9 
According to reports, the LTTE breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna opened an office in Colombo on August 9, aiming to eventually contest elections. "We have opened our political head office of the Tamileela Makkal Viduthalai Puligal (TMVP) in C
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According to reports, the LTTE breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna opened an office in Colombo on August 9, aiming to eventually contest elections. "We have opened our political head office of the Tamileela Makkal Viduthalai Puligal (TMVP) in Colombo to actively participate in political activities," party spokesperson Thangaweel Thuyawan told Reuters.
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August - 9 
Five civilians, including a doctor and two nurses, were killed when the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) exploded a claymore mine targeting an ambulance near Nedunkerny in the Vavuniya district on August 9.
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Five civilians, including a doctor and two nurses, were killed when the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) exploded a claymore mine targeting an ambulance near Nedunkerny in the Vavuniya district on August 9.
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August - 9 
Officials of the International Committee of the Red Cross lodged a complaint against a group of LTTE cadres who hijacked their vehicle while they were proceeding from Arippu to Murunkan in the Mannar district.
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Officials of the International Committee of the Red Cross lodged a complaint against a group of LTTE cadres who hijacked their vehicle while they were proceeding from Arippu to Murunkan in the Mannar district.
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August - 9 
On August 9, troops recovered a hand grenade from the Mahasenpura area in Trincomalee district. One claymore was recovered by troops from the Eluthur area in Mannar district.
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On August 9, troops recovered a hand grenade from the Mahasenpura area in Trincomalee district. One claymore was recovered by troops from the Eluthur area in Mannar district.
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August - 9 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) are insisting that cease-fire monitors to leave the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) amidst the Norwegian efforts to drop the outfit’s demand. The Sri Lankan Government said that visiting Norwegian peace
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) are insisting that cease-fire monitors to leave the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) amidst the Norwegian efforts to drop the outfit’s demand. The Sri Lankan Government said that visiting Norwegian peace envoy Jon Hanssen-Bauer informed the Government that “the LTTE were demanding monitors from Denmark, Finland and Sweden must leave by the original deadline of September 1.” The Government said, ”the peace envoy expressed his disappointment over LTTE’s insistence on its position regarding the expulsion of EU nationals from the SLMM. He discussed the transitional stage of the SLMM in the run up to the LTTE ultimatum. Hanssen-Bauer discussed with Colombo the transitional stage of the SLMM in the run up to the LTTE ultimatum and possible options to re-constitute the SLMM to its current strength.”
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August - 9 
The Sri Lankan-Americans living in New York and the East Coast branch of the Sri Lankan Patriots are reportedly organizing a Peace Rally on the August 13th to protest against the immoral and criminal activities of the LTTE.
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The Sri Lankan-Americans living in New York and the East Coast branch of the Sri Lankan Patriots are reportedly organizing a Peace Rally on the August 13th to protest against the immoral and criminal activities of the LTTE.
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Three civilians were killed in separate incidents, according to Tamil Net. A member of the Eelam Peoples' Democratic Party was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Valaichchenai area of Batticaloa district on August 9. Elsewhere, another civil
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Three civilians were killed in separate incidents, according to Tamil Net. A member of the Eelam Peoples' Democratic Party was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Valaichchenai area of Batticaloa district on August 9. Elsewhere, another civilian, Sinnarasa Vasanthan, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Sandilipay area. On August 10, the body of a civilian, identified as Samithamby Mohanathas, with gun shot wounds was recovered from the Akkaraipattu area in Ampara district.
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August - 9 
Troops engaged in Operation Water Shed continued with their operation despite the re-opening of the sluice gates to secure the areas adjacent to the anicut under SF’s control, a military spokesman told Daily News.
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Troops engaged in Operation Water Shed continued with their operation despite the re-opening of the sluice gates to secure the areas adjacent to the anicut under SF’s control, a military spokesman told Daily News.
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August - 10 
A combined team of the Manipur Police and Assam Rifles arrested two United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres, S Jagat Singh and Ph Ashokumar alias Amju, from an undisclosed location in the Thoubal district on August 10.
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A combined team of the Manipur Police and Assam Rifles arrested two United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres, S Jagat Singh and Ph Ashokumar alias Amju, from an undisclosed location in the Thoubal district on August 10.
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August - 10 
A convoy of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) escaped unhurt when suspected militants hurled a hand grenade near Heirangoithong under Singjamei police station jurisdiction in the Imphal East district.
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A convoy of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) escaped unhurt when suspected militants hurled a hand grenade near Heirangoithong under Singjamei police station jurisdiction in the Imphal East district.
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August - 10 
According to Press Trust of India, the Delhi Police on August 10 arrested two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including a Pakistani national, outside Ajmeri Gate terminal of the New Delhi railway station. The duo was identified as Anaz from Islamab
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According to Press Trust of India, the Delhi Police on August 10 arrested two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including a Pakistani national, outside Ajmeri Gate terminal of the New Delhi railway station. The duo was identified as Anaz from Islamabad and Abrar Ahmed from Bahraich in the State of Uttar Pradesh. Official sources said that the terrorists had disembarked from the Swaraj Express at platform number eight and were about to get into an autorickshaw when police arrested them. Two kilograms of RDX and five detonators were recovered from them.
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August - 10 
In a joint statement, the Kamatapur Liberation Organization (KLO), Manipur People’s Liberation Front (MPLF), National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), Tripura People’s Democratic Front (TPDF) and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) have called
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In a joint statement, the Kamatapur Liberation Organization (KLO), Manipur People’s Liberation Front (MPLF), National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), Tripura People’s Democratic Front (TPDF) and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) have called upon the people of the North East region to boycott the Independence Day celebration on August 15, 2006 and also jointly called a 12-hour general strike on that day.
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August - 10 
Official sources indicated that there was movement of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres in Garo Hills since the last few months. The outfit's cadres cross into Bangladesh from West Garo Hills plain belt areas and entered into Assam from t
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Official sources indicated that there was movement of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres in Garo Hills since the last few months. The outfit's cadres cross into Bangladesh from West Garo Hills plain belt areas and entered into Assam from the Tikrikilla, Rongsai, Bajengdoba and Mendipather areas.
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August - 10 
On August 10, a civilian, identified as Mohammad Eden, was shot dead at Irilbung Nungjabi Leikai in the Imphal East district.
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On August 10, a civilian, identified as Mohammad Eden, was shot dead at Irilbung Nungjabi Leikai in the Imphal East district.
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August - 10 
The Union Government is reported to have accused the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) for delaying the peace talks.
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The Union Government is reported to have accused the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) for delaying the peace talks.
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August - 10 
There was an exchange of fire between the Assam Rifles and UNLF cadres at the Khenjol area of Chandel district. The UNLF claimed that at least three Assam Rifles personnel were killed in the clash, while officials confirmed that there were no casualt
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There was an exchange of fire between the Assam Rifles and UNLF cadres at the Khenjol area of Chandel district. The UNLF claimed that at least three Assam Rifles personnel were killed in the clash, while officials confirmed that there were no casualties on the Assam Rifles side.
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August - 10 
Foreign Office spokesperson Tasnim Aslam confirmed to Dawn that earlier arrests made by Pakistan provided the crucial intelligence that led to the timely arrests of more terrorists – in the UK and in Pakistan. “The information gathered by earlier arr
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Foreign Office spokesperson Tasnim Aslam confirmed to Dawn that earlier arrests made by Pakistan provided the crucial intelligence that led to the timely arrests of more terrorists – in the UK and in Pakistan. “The information gathered by earlier arrests provided the intelligence that led to the arrests of British nationals in the United Kingdom planning to blow up airliners flying between Britain and the United States,” she said, declining to give further details.
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August - 10 
Pakistani authorities on August 10 arrested an unspecified number of British nationals, believed to be Muslims, in a closely coordinated intelligence operation that was said to be simultaneous with the arrests of 21 British Muslims in the United King
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Pakistani authorities on August 10 arrested an unspecified number of British nationals, believed to be Muslims, in a closely coordinated intelligence operation that was said to be simultaneous with the arrests of 21 British Muslims in the United Kingdom, a top Government official source told Dawn. The source said closely guarded intelligence shared by Pakistan, the United Kingdom and the United States led to the arrests of terrorists thought to be planning to blow up trans-Atlantic flights from London. He declined to say where exactly the arrests had been made in Pakistan, but other sources said the British nationals had been arrested in southern Pakistan.
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August - 10 
Police in North West Frontier Province (NWFP) are reported to have arrested a Turkman leader of the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) comprising militants from the Central Asian Republics in North Waziristan. The 28-year old man has been detained
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Police in North West Frontier Province (NWFP) are reported to have arrested a Turkman leader of the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) comprising militants from the Central Asian Republics in North Waziristan. The 28-year old man has been detained along with his wife and would be deported to their native Turkmenistan, officials told Dawn. Officials said that Abdur Raheem from Ashgabad had admitted to training militants from the Central Asian republics including Uzbeks, Khazaks, Turkmen and Tajiks at a training camp run by an IMU offshoot the Islamic Jihad Group. Raheem, who used different names, including Qasem and Abdul Kareem, said the training facility had to be relocated frequently due to security situation and military operations and the last course was conducted at Degan in North Waziristan. Raheem reportedly confessed that he had initially trained at the Al Qaeda-operated Al Farooq training camp in Khost in southeastern Afghanistan for three months and later moved to Takkhar in northern Afghanistan to fight alongside the Taliban.
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August - 10 
Suspected insurgents blew up a bridge on a major road in the Balochistan province on August 10, disrupting traffic between the provincial capital Quetta and Karachi, Dawn reported. No one was injured in the explosion in Ornach, an area about 400 km s
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Suspected insurgents blew up a bridge on a major road in the Balochistan province on August 10, disrupting traffic between the provincial capital Quetta and Karachi, Dawn reported. No one was injured in the explosion in Ornach, an area about 400 km south of Quetta, said Abdul Samad, a Government official.
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August - 10 
The Punjab Government reportedly put Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed under house arrest for one month at his house in Lahore on August 10, two days ahead of a public meeting he was scheduled to address in the city. “We have orders fr
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The Punjab Government reportedly put Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed under house arrest for one month at his house in Lahore on August 10, two days ahead of a public meeting he was scheduled to address in the city. “We have orders from the government to detain the Dawa [Jamaat-ud-Dawa] leader,” city police chief Khwaja Khalid Farooq told Dawn. Police sources said the Jamaat-ud-Dawa had planned to hold a public meeting on August 12 at Minar-i-Pakistan in connection with the Independence Day.
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August - 10 
Speaking to reporters in Mahendranagar on August 10, a member of the Government talks team and Minister of State for Labour and Transport Management, Ramesh Lekhak, said that the Maoists would be involved in the interim Government immediately after t
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Speaking to reporters in Mahendranagar on August 10, a member of the Government talks team and Minister of State for Labour and Transport Management, Ramesh Lekhak, said that the Maoists would be involved in the interim Government immediately after the management of their arms.
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August - 10 
The Maoists have reportedly closed down the 'People's court' in Hetauda on August 10. “We have closed all court processes completely”, a Maoist leader Sushil said in Hetauda.
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The Maoists have reportedly closed down the 'People's court' in Hetauda on August 10. “We have closed all court processes completely”, a Maoist leader Sushil said in Hetauda.
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August - 10 
Chittagong Metropolitan Police on August 10 arrested seven Hizb-ut Tawhid militants, including an engineer of Chittagong Urea Fertiliser Limited and a sales manager of Suncrest Cola, during separate raids in different areas of the port city. Police s
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Chittagong Metropolitan Police on August 10 arrested seven Hizb-ut Tawhid militants, including an engineer of Chittagong Urea Fertiliser Limited and a sales manager of Suncrest Cola, during separate raids in different areas of the port city. Police sources identified the militants as Abdul Hamid Mian of Tangail, Humayun Kabir of Munshiganj, Munir Khan and Mohammad Akkas of Barisal, Nurul Islam Khokon of Khulna, Jamal Uddin of Laxmipur, and Mohammad Raju of Satkhira. Police also seized around 200 leaflets and books on Jihad from the militants.
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August - 10 
An unspecified number of troops fighting the LTTE were feared dead or wounded after an ammunition dump at an army camp apparently exploded accidentally, military sources said.
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An unspecified number of troops fighting the LTTE were feared dead or wounded after an ammunition dump at an army camp apparently exploded accidentally, military sources said.
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August - 10 
Daily News quoting Army sources has reported that at least 30 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed as troops retaliated LTTE mortar fire in and around Mawilaru in the Trincomalee district on August 10. The outfit in a bid to pre
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Daily News quoting Army sources has reported that at least 30 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed as troops retaliated LTTE mortar fire in and around Mawilaru in the Trincomalee district on August 10. The outfit in a bid to prevent ground troops consolidating in the area directed artillery and mortar fire towards the latter from Echchlanpattu and Sampur areas, sources added. Four soldiers were also killed and 31 others sustained injuries in the incident. However, the pro-LTTE website Tamil Net claimed that the Army advancing into the LTTE-controlled areas had lost 41 soldiers. The Website also alleged that Sri Lanka Air Force pounded civilian populated areas killing more than 40 civilians and injuring a large number of them. Meanwhile, unconfirmed reports from the outfit-controlled area said that civilians of the Eachilampathu division in the Trincomalee district are fleeing towards Vaharai in the Batticaloa district.
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August - 10 
LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot at and injured a police constable in the Kattankudy area of Batticaloa district.
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LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot at and injured a police constable in the Kattankudy area of Batticaloa district.
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August - 10 
LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade at troops in the Kaithadi area of Jaffna district. During the subsequent search and clear operation troops arrested the LTTE cadres who lobbed the grenade and also recovered a T-56 weapon.
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LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade at troops in the Kaithadi area of Jaffna district. During the subsequent search and clear operation troops arrested the LTTE cadres who lobbed the grenade and also recovered a T-56 weapon.
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August - 10 
LTTE spokesperson Daya Master told the media that attacks by the Government in the Mawilaru area of Trincomalee district amount to a declaration of war. He anticipated a mass scale war as the Sri Lankan security forces march forward and attack to cap
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LTTE spokesperson Daya Master told the media that attacks by the Government in the Mawilaru area of Trincomalee district amount to a declaration of war. He anticipated a mass scale war as the Sri Lankan security forces march forward and attack to capture the areas around Mawilaru.
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August - 10 
Norway said on August 10 that it had worked out a temporary arrangement to tide over the crisis resulting from the expected exit of the European Union (EU) members from the truce monitoring team following the September 1 deadline set by the Liberatio
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Norway said on August 10 that it had worked out a temporary arrangement to tide over the crisis resulting from the expected exit of the European Union (EU) members from the truce monitoring team following the September 1 deadline set by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). Embassy spokesperson, Tom Knappskog, told Daily News that Norway and Iceland had agreed to increase their monitors to make up for the shortfall and that the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission would function with half its present strength. He said the EU nations, Sweden, Finland and Denmark are scheduled to pull out before the month is out.
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August - 10 
On August 10, a soldier was killed and two others sustained injures in a LTTE-triggered improvised explosive device blast in the Kokuvil area.
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On August 10, a soldier was killed and two others sustained injures in a LTTE-triggered improvised explosive device blast in the Kokuvil area.
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August - 11 
A suspect, identified as Shabir Ahmad Dar, was arrested by paramilitary personnel at Hanjveera in Pattan while aiming to throw a grenade at a public place.
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A suspect, identified as Shabir Ahmad Dar, was arrested by paramilitary personnel at Hanjveera in Pattan while aiming to throw a grenade at a public place.
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August - 11 
According to Assam Tribune, the Bhutanese Army Chief Maj Gen Batoo Tshering and his Indian counterpart Gen J J Singh along with senior Indian and Bhutanese Commanders held high level meetings in New Delhi on August 11 to review the situation along th
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According to Assam Tribune, the Bhutanese Army Chief Maj Gen Batoo Tshering and his Indian counterpart Gen J J Singh along with senior Indian and Bhutanese Commanders held high level meetings in New Delhi on August 11 to review the situation along the international border in the backdrop of reports that the militant outfit United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was attempting to reactivate its training camps located there.
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August - 11 
Army and police on August 11 foiled a terrorist attempt to target Bhadarwah town in the Doda district on Independence Day (August 15) by effecting recovery of a 10 kg RDX filled Improvised Explosive Device (IED) from Beinjla Nullah near Shankhoja vil
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Army and police on August 11 foiled a terrorist attempt to target Bhadarwah town in the Doda district on Independence Day (August 15) by effecting recovery of a 10 kg RDX filled Improvised Explosive Device (IED) from Beinjla Nullah near Shankhoja village.
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August - 11 
At least 14 persons were wounded when suspected terrorists hurled a grenade targeting a police vehicle near Shalpora Crossing at Sopore in the Baramulla district. Separately, six persons sustained splinter injuries in a low intensity explosion inside
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At least 14 persons were wounded when suspected terrorists hurled a grenade targeting a police vehicle near Shalpora Crossing at Sopore in the Baramulla district. Separately, six persons sustained splinter injuries in a low intensity explosion inside a tailoring shop at Mir Mohalla in the Baramulla town.
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August - 11 
Imphal Free Press quoting official sources reports that at least three United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres were killed while two others sustained serious injuries following an exchange of fire with the security forces (SF) personnel belong
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Imphal Free Press quoting official sources reports that at least three United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres were killed while two others sustained serious injuries following an exchange of fire with the security forces (SF) personnel belonging to the Assam Rifles at Semol in the Chandel district on August 11. Two AK-47 rifles along with a huge cache of arms and ammunition, and incriminating documents were recovered from the incident site. The gunfight occurred when SFs deployed in the area ambushed a UNLF hideout.
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August - 11 
In a separate encounter, two terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) outfit were killed in an encounter with the police at Manzgam village in the Kulgam area of Anantnag district. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from the encount
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In a separate encounter, two terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) outfit were killed in an encounter with the police at Manzgam village in the Kulgam area of Anantnag district. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.
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August - 11 
In a separate incident, explosive experts from the 19 Kumaon Regiment defused an improvised explosive device planted under a highway culvert at Ultapool near Digboi.
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In a separate incident, explosive experts from the 19 Kumaon Regiment defused an improvised explosive device planted under a highway culvert at Ultapool near Digboi.
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August - 11 
On August 11, an encounter was reported between the security forces and National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT)-Biswamohan militants at the remote village of Hatungtuichaka under Champahower police station in the West district. Tripurainfo report
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On August 11, an encounter was reported between the security forces and National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT)-Biswamohan militants at the remote village of Hatungtuichaka under Champahower police station in the West district. Tripurainfo reports that the militants managed to escape leaving behind an AK 56 rifle which was recovered subsequently.
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August - 11 
On August 11, six police personnel were killed after suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants ambushed a police convoy at Ratanipathar under Pengeri police station in the Tinsukia district, according to Assam Tribune. While five per
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On August 11, six police personnel were killed after suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants ambushed a police convoy at Ratanipathar under Pengeri police station in the Tinsukia district, according to Assam Tribune. While five personnel were killed at the incident site, another succumbed to injuries in the Assam Medical College Hospital.
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August - 11 
Security forces neutralized a terrorist hideout at Kadwah and recovered one IED, two binoculars, 25 pencil cells and some ration items. Separately, three hand grenades, 276 rounds and two AK magazines were recovered by the police from Gachanar in the
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Security forces neutralized a terrorist hideout at Kadwah and recovered one IED, two binoculars, 25 pencil cells and some ration items. Separately, three hand grenades, 276 rounds and two AK magazines were recovered by the police from Gachanar in the Udhampur district.
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August - 11 
Terrorists shot dead three members of a family, including a woman and her two children, in the house of a neighbour at village Harra in the Udhampur district on August 11, according to Daily Excelsior. 40-year old Ram Singh’s wife, Sunita Devi, 14-ye
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Terrorists shot dead three members of a family, including a woman and her two children, in the house of a neighbour at village Harra in the Udhampur district on August 11, according to Daily Excelsior. 40-year old Ram Singh’s wife, Sunita Devi, 14-year old daughter Meena and six-year old son Neelam Singh were killed in indiscriminate firing by the terrorists in the house of their neighbour, Abdul Samad, where the family had been staying for the night. Ram Singh’s family was reportedly the lone Hindu family in Harra village. Official sources said the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) is believed to have carried out the attack.
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August - 11 
The Andhra Pradesh Government on August 11 decided to extend the ban on the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and six of its frontal organisations by another year till August 16, 2007. The six frontal organisations are Radical Youth Le
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The Andhra Pradesh Government on August 11 decided to extend the ban on the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and six of its frontal organisations by another year till August 16, 2007. The six frontal organisations are Radical Youth League, Rythu Coolie Sangham, Radical Students' Union, Singareni Karmika Samakhya, Viplava Karmika Samakhya and All-India Revolutionary Students' Federation. However, the Viplava Rachaithala Sangham (Virasam) continues to be exempted from the proscription. The Congress Government had banned the CPI-Maoist, the six organizations and the Virasam on August 17, 2005 in the wake of the killing of Makthal legislator, C. Narsi Reddy, in the Narayanpet town of Mahabubnagar. The Virasam was given the exemption after a few months by a screening committee of the Government that examined an appeal against the ban.
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August - 11 
The People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) shot dead a 35-year old man, identified as Adin, at Urup Kangthak in the Thoubal district for allegedly misusing the name of the outfit.
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The People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) shot dead a 35-year old man, identified as Adin, at Urup Kangthak in the Thoubal district for allegedly misusing the name of the outfit.
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August - 11 
Two Government officials who were abducted by armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from Gudipanka under Raipanka panchayat in the Gajapati district on August 9, were released on August 11. “The hostages were released without any
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Two Government officials who were abducted by armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from Gudipanka under Raipanka panchayat in the Gajapati district on August 9, were released on August 11. “The hostages were released without any condition. The two officials had crossed the path of the Maoists and were taken hostage,” the Gajapati Superintendent of Police said.
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August - 11 
Two Pakistani cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, identified as Abu Katal, a ‘district commander’ and Abu Usama Umar, were shot dead by the security force personnel at Gursai in the Mendhar area of Poonch district. A civilian, identified as Lateef, was ki
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Two Pakistani cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, identified as Abu Katal, a ‘district commander’ and Abu Usama Umar, were shot dead by the security force personnel at Gursai in the Mendhar area of Poonch district. A civilian, identified as Lateef, was killed and two police constables, Mohammed Sikand and Mahroof, and an Army personnel were injured during the cross-firing. Two AK rifles, six magazines, 24 rounds, one radio set and some explosive devices were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 11 
Two suspected People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadres, Loitongbam Sunil alais Abungo and Bogen, were killed during an encounter with a team of Manipur Police at Takhel Mamang Leikai under Lamlai police station jurisdiction in the Imphal East district.
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Two suspected People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadres, Loitongbam Sunil alais Abungo and Bogen, were killed during an encounter with a team of Manipur Police at Takhel Mamang Leikai under Lamlai police station jurisdiction in the Imphal East district. Three AK-56 rifles, 12 lethod bombs, one lethod gun, a Chinese hand grenade, four magazines of AK rifles and two pouches for magazines were recovered from the site of the encounter.
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August - 11 
Unidentified gunmen have abducted a student leader, Sunil Agarwal, from Moreh town in the Chandel district on August 11.
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Unidentified gunmen have abducted a student leader, Sunil Agarwal, from Moreh town in the Chandel district on August 11.
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August - 11 
Unidentified gunmen shot dead a youth at Akham under Lamshang police station jurisdiction in the Imphal East district.
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Unidentified gunmen shot dead a youth at Akham under Lamshang police station jurisdiction in the Imphal East district.
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August - 11 
A senior official earlier said that two Britons of Pakistani descent along with five other suspects had been arrested in Pakistan as part of a coordinated operation to foil the plot. The name of the other Briton has not been released. Officials in Is
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A senior official earlier said that two Britons of Pakistani descent along with five other suspects had been arrested in Pakistan as part of a coordinated operation to foil the plot. The name of the other Briton has not been released. Officials in Islamabad said the two Britons provided vital information that helped foil the plot, while five local “facilitators” were arrested separately. “One of the suspects was arrested in Karachi and another was arrested in Lahore. Both the men were British nationals of Pakistani origin and were key members of the Britain-based network of militants,” a senior Pakistani Government official told AFP. “The arrests in Pakistan were made prior to the action in London. They were in full knowledge of the plot to blow up the airliners and the information was passed on to Britain and US intelligence,” the official added.
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August - 11 
A UK-based Islamic charity organisation remitted a huge amount of money to three individuals in three different bank accounts at Mirpur in Azad Kashmir [Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK)], in December 2005 with the sole purpose of helping its recipient
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A UK-based Islamic charity organisation remitted a huge amount of money to three individuals in three different bank accounts at Mirpur in Azad Kashmir [Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK)], in December 2005 with the sole purpose of helping its recipients and their organisations carry out the aircraft bombing plan in the UK, sources told Daily Times on August 11.
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August - 11 
An intelligence official was quoted as saying in The News that 10 Pakistanis were arrested on August 11 in Bahawalpur also in connection with the UK terror plot.
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An intelligence official was quoted as saying in The News that 10 Pakistanis were arrested on August 11 in Bahawalpur also in connection with the UK terror plot.
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August - 11 
An investigation carried out by Daily Times showed that Muslim Charity of UK remitted not so long ago a huge amount of money under the head of “earthquake relief” to the accounts of three individuals in three different banks — Saudi Pak Bank, Standar
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An investigation carried out by Daily Times showed that Muslim Charity of UK remitted not so long ago a huge amount of money under the head of “earthquake relief” to the accounts of three individuals in three different banks — Saudi Pak Bank, Standard Chartered and Habib Bank Ltd. One of these banks is UK based and has its presence in PoK because of a huge number of British citizens of Kashmir origin in UK. The money was transferred from UK to banks in PoK reportedly through Barclays Plc.
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August - 11 
Interior Minister Aftab Ahmed Khan Sherpao said Pakistan had arrested an Al Qaeda operative who had played a key role in the terror plot. “He is a British citizen of Pakistani origin. He is an Al Qaeda operative with linkages in Afghanistan,” Sherpao
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Interior Minister Aftab Ahmed Khan Sherpao said Pakistan had arrested an Al Qaeda operative who had played a key role in the terror plot. “He is a British citizen of Pakistani origin. He is an Al Qaeda operative with linkages in Afghanistan,” Sherpao told Reuters. He said the arrest of the man, identified as Rashid Rauf, had led to a wave of arrests in Britain that headed off the alleged plot to blow up as many as 10 aircraft flying from Britain to the US. “We arrested him from the border area and on his disclosure we shared the information with British authorities, which led to further arrests in Britain,” he told Associated Press.
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August - 11 
Newspapers in London cited British Government sources as saying the police launched an operation after a message was sent from Pakistan, following the arrests there apparently urging the plotters to go ahead. “An intercepted message from Pakistan tel
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Newspapers in London cited British Government sources as saying the police launched an operation after a message was sent from Pakistan, following the arrests there apparently urging the plotters to go ahead. “An intercepted message from Pakistan telling the bombers to ‘go now’ had triggered the arrests, reported London’s Guardian. ABC News quoting Pakistani officials identified the ringleader of the bomb plot as Matiur Rehman, said to be a 29-year-old Al Qaeda ‘commander’ accused of involvement in plots to kill President Pervez Musharraf. He was said to be missing along with five others, ABC said, adding that Rehman was known to be planning a “terror spectacular” to mark the fifth anniversary of 9/11.
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August - 11 
Pakistan said on August 11 it had arrested 24 people, including an Al Qaeda operative with links in Afghanistan, in connection with the alleged UK terror plot to blow up trans-Atlantic airliners, according to The News. Foreign Office spokesperson Ta
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Pakistan said on August 11 it had arrested 24 people, including an Al Qaeda operative with links in Afghanistan, in connection with the alleged UK terror plot to blow up trans-Atlantic airliners, according to The News. Foreign Office spokesperson Tasnim Aslam said the foiling of the terror plot was the result of close cooperation between Pakistan, the United States and the United Kingdom. She told the media that 24 people have been arrested in connection with the terror conspiracy and those arrested would be handed over to the UK for investigations. “There are indications of Afghanistan based Al Qaeda connection,” she informed, adding “The case has wider international dimensions ... the intelligence cooperation and coordination at the international level to get to the bottom in this case are continuing.”
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August - 11 
Suspected terrorists fired dozens of rockets at two military posts in South Waziristan on August 11, but no injuries were reported. The two posts were targeted in separate attacks in Shakai, a mountain valley and former militant stronghold north of W
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Suspected terrorists fired dozens of rockets at two military posts in South Waziristan on August 11, but no injuries were reported. The two posts were targeted in separate attacks in Shakai, a mountain valley and former militant stronghold north of Wana, South Waziristan’s main town, according to Daily Times. The 12 rockets fired in the first attack landed near a mountaintop security post, while 15 rockets fired in the other attack landed in a field near another post in Landi Noor village.
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August - 11 
Two of the recipients of the transaction are British citizens of Kashmir origin while the third is an Islamabad-based builder, also of Kashmir origin. They were reportedly arrested in the last two weeks at three different places in Pakistan. One of t
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Two of the recipients of the transaction are British citizens of Kashmir origin while the third is an Islamabad-based builder, also of Kashmir origin. They were reportedly arrested in the last two weeks at three different places in Pakistan. One of them was arrested in Karachi, the “builder” was arrested in Islamabad while the place of the arrest of the third suspect is still not known.
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August - 11 
Chief Maoist negotiator Krishna Bahadur Mahara stated that his party had agreed to confine its People's Liberation Army (PLA) to cantonment areas until an election to a Constituent Assembly but it would not decommission the PLA's arms, as there was n
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Chief Maoist negotiator Krishna Bahadur Mahara stated that his party had agreed to confine its People's Liberation Army (PLA) to cantonment areas until an election to a Constituent Assembly but it would not decommission the PLA's arms, as there was no guarantee that the Nepali Army and the Palace would accept the people's verdict in favour of a democratic republic. "It would be suicidal to decommission our arms before the constituent assembly election. That's why we agreed to put our army in cantonment areas to be monitored by the United Nations," said Mahara.
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August - 11 
Nepal News reports that the Maoists have set up the first temporary camp of their PLA in the eastern region. The battalion-level camp has been established at Sombare area of Prithivi Nagar VDC in Jhapa district, which houses 250 PLA members. ‘Battali
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Nepal News reports that the Maoists have set up the first temporary camp of their PLA in the eastern region. The battalion-level camp has been established at Sombare area of Prithivi Nagar VDC in Jhapa district, which houses 250 PLA members. ‘Battalion commissar’ Naresh said the PLA men would only carry out their regular activities like security patrolling from the temporary camp and will also be assisting in the party’s three-month long public awareness campaign.
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August - 11 
Confirming the air strikes the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) spokesperson, Group Captain Ajantha Silva, told Daily News that the SLAF took two LTTE targets in Batticaloa on August 11-morning and afternoon, which were considered as a threat to the ground
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Confirming the air strikes the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) spokesperson, Group Captain Ajantha Silva, told Daily News that the SLAF took two LTTE targets in Batticaloa on August 11-morning and afternoon, which were considered as a threat to the ground troops, engaged in the Mawilaru operation.
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August - 11 
Daily News has reported that SFs retaliated a major LTTE artillery and mortar fire on Muhamalai and Nagarkovil Forward Defence Lines (FDLs) in the Jaffna district. Fighting was continuing till last reports came in. Meanwhile, the LTTE has warned the
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Daily News has reported that SFs retaliated a major LTTE artillery and mortar fire on Muhamalai and Nagarkovil Forward Defence Lines (FDLs) in the Jaffna district. Fighting was continuing till last reports came in. Meanwhile, the LTTE has warned the people from Puloli, Eluthumadduval, Kilali, Manthuvil, Varani, Kachchai, Kodikamam and Meesali areas to flee from their villages close to the FDLs in Jaffna, sources said.
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August - 11 
Five persons, including a police personnel, received minor injuries as Muslims in Colombo staged demonstrations after the Jumma (Friday) prayers, in protest against attacks on Muslims in the Muttur area of Trincomalee district.
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Five persons, including a police personnel, received minor injuries as Muslims in Colombo staged demonstrations after the Jumma (Friday) prayers, in protest against attacks on Muslims in the Muttur area of Trincomalee district.
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August - 11 
Five soldiers who were injured in a clash between troops and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on August 10 in the Mawilaru area of Trincomalee district reportedly succumbed to their injuries on August 11.
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Five soldiers who were injured in a clash between troops and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on August 10 in the Mawilaru area of Trincomalee district reportedly succumbed to their injuries on August 11.
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August - 11 
Heavy fighting was reported from the Batticaloa and Trincomalee district. However, no casualties were confirmed till last reports came in.
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Heavy fighting was reported from the Batticaloa and Trincomalee district. However, no casualties were confirmed till last reports came in.
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August - 11 
On August 11, SLAF jets destroyed clusters of weapons-carrying LTTE cadres and one of their jungle hideouts, as they were moving out to replenish their lost cadre in Trincomalee.
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On August 11, SLAF jets destroyed clusters of weapons-carrying LTTE cadres and one of their jungle hideouts, as they were moving out to replenish their lost cadre in Trincomalee.
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August - 11 
SFs at the Muhamalai Army check point in the Jaffna district seized a cache of arms and ammunition. The seizure included, one Pistol 9mm, three T-56 weapons, 15 T-56 Magazines, four Anti Personnel Mine, 30 Detonators, two Remote Control Devices, four
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SFs at the Muhamalai Army check point in the Jaffna district seized a cache of arms and ammunition. The seizure included, one Pistol 9mm, three T-56 weapons, 15 T-56 Magazines, four Anti Personnel Mine, 30 Detonators, two Remote Control Devices, four Claymore Mine Devices, 10 Hand Grenades, eight Suicide Charges and 20 Batteries.
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August - 11 
The LTTE reportedly claimed many of their fighters were killed as the Sri Lanka military opened a new front against them. The head of the outfit's peace secretariat, Seevarathnam Puleethevan, told BBC, "The Sri Lankan armed forces are opening new fro
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The LTTE reportedly claimed many of their fighters were killed as the Sri Lanka military opened a new front against them. The head of the outfit's peace secretariat, Seevarathnam Puleethevan, told BBC, "The Sri Lankan armed forces are opening new fronts and mounting offensive attacks. Our camp in the Tharavai area of Batticaloa district came under heavy aerial bombardment and there were casualties on our side." He added that heavy fighting was continuing further north in Trincomalee district around the disputed Mawilaru waterway. He reiterated, "This is another very serious offensive. The offensive attacks are pushing the ceasefire towards a war. But the time has not yet come."
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August - 11 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a member of the People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE), Subash Chandrabose Suganthan, at Ookulankulam in the Vavuniya town on August 11, according to Tamil Net. Elsewhere, another civilian, Tharmalin
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a member of the People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE), Subash Chandrabose Suganthan, at Ookulankulam in the Vavuniya town on August 11, according to Tamil Net. Elsewhere, another civilian, Tharmalingam Yogeswaran, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at Kovilkulam, the Website added.
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August - 12 
A group of terrorists shot dead two elderly persons at village Drogian in the Surankote area of Poonch district on August 12 because their sons had gone for recruitment in the Army, according to Daily Excelsior.
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A group of terrorists shot dead two elderly persons at village Drogian in the Surankote area of Poonch district on August 12 because their sons had gone for recruitment in the Army, according to Daily Excelsior.
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August - 12 
A makeshift militant hideout of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) was neutralized by security force (SF) personnel following an encounter with militants at Tuichamai village under Champahawr police station in the West Tripura district on August 12,
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A makeshift militant hideout of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) was neutralized by security force (SF) personnel following an encounter with militants at Tuichamai village under Champahawr police station in the West Tripura district on August 12, according to Tripurainfo. While militants managed to escape, a cache of arms and explosives, including an AK-66 rifle, three magazines and 64 live bullets of AK-series rifles, along with some incriminating documents of the banned outfit was recovered from the encounter site.
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August - 12 
A People Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, Kangujam Rajesh alias Naobi, was arrested from Bashikhong area under Iribung police station on the same day, reports Kanglaonline.
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A People Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, Kangujam Rajesh alias Naobi, was arrested from Bashikhong area under Iribung police station on the same day, reports Kanglaonline.
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August - 12 
A woman, Jongli Devi, was reportedly killed and eight persons wounded in a grenade explosion triggered by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) at Bamunimaidan locality in Guwahati on August 12, according to Assam Tribune.
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A woman, Jongli Devi, was reportedly killed and eight persons wounded in a grenade explosion triggered by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) at Bamunimaidan locality in Guwahati on August 12, according to Assam Tribune.
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August - 12 
According to a delayed report, three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with the police at Sohgam forest in the Etapalli area of Gadchiroli district on August 12-morning. Five police personnel were injured
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According to a delayed report, three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with the police at Sohgam forest in the Etapalli area of Gadchiroli district on August 12-morning. Five police personnel were injured in the encounter.
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August - 12 
Army and police neutralised a terrorist hideout at village Karyual in the Rajouri district and recovered one magazine of AK-47, 20 rounds, four hand grenades and two UBGL grenades.
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Army and police neutralised a terrorist hideout at village Karyual in the Rajouri district and recovered one magazine of AK-47, 20 rounds, four hand grenades and two UBGL grenades.
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August - 12 
During another incident, one soldier was killed in an encounter with a group of three terrorists at Handwara in the Kupwara district.
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During another incident, one soldier was killed in an encounter with a group of three terrorists at Handwara in the Kupwara district.
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August - 12 
Four terrorists are reported to have surrendered before security forces in the Uri sector of Baramulla district along with arms and ammunition.
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Four terrorists are reported to have surrendered before security forces in the Uri sector of Baramulla district along with arms and ammunition.
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August - 12 
In the State, Poonch district police on August 12 recovered four Compact Discs, one of which carried a speech of Al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden calling upon the youths to join the Jihad and another showing different techniques of training to be given
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In the State, Poonch district police on August 12 recovered four Compact Discs, one of which carried a speech of Al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden calling upon the youths to join the Jihad and another showing different techniques of training to be given to militants.
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August - 12 
One person was arrested along with a hand grenade at Hanjivera in the Pattan area of Baramulla district.
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One person was arrested along with a hand grenade at Hanjivera in the Pattan area of Baramulla district.
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August - 12 
Seven persons were wounded in a grenade explosion, suspected to have been triggered by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), at Bamunimaidan locality in Guwahati on August 12-night, reported The Hindu. Additional Superintendent of Police Rajen
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Seven persons were wounded in a grenade explosion, suspected to have been triggered by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), at Bamunimaidan locality in Guwahati on August 12-night, reported The Hindu. Additional Superintendent of Police Rajen Singh said that the blast occurred around 7.20 p.m. in the Bamunimaidan railway colony area. The blast occurred amidst heightened security measures in the city with police and para-military forces intensifying patrolling to foil sabotage attempts by the ULFA militants who have called for a boycott of the Independence Day celebrations on August 15.
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August - 12 
Terrorists fired two rifle grenades towards KP Road in the outskirts of Anantnag town. However, no one was injured in the incident.
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Terrorists fired two rifle grenades towards KP Road in the outskirts of Anantnag town. However, no one was injured in the incident.
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August - 12 
The Anti-Terrorist Squad of the Maharashtra Police on August 12 arrested Ehtesham Siddiqui, an activist of the outlawed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), in connection with the July 11 serial blasts in Mumbai, according to The Hindu.
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The Anti-Terrorist Squad of the Maharashtra Police on August 12 arrested Ehtesham Siddiqui, an activist of the outlawed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), in connection with the July 11 serial blasts in Mumbai, according to The Hindu.
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August - 12 
Two Kuki Liberation Army (KLA) cadres, Yanginthang and Thangin Khogin Khongsai, were arrested in a search operation at Maokot Chepu under Litan police station in the Ukhrul district on August 12, according to Imphal Free Press.
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Two Kuki Liberation Army (KLA) cadres, Yanginthang and Thangin Khogin Khongsai, were arrested in a search operation at Maokot Chepu under Litan police station in the Ukhrul district on August 12, according to Imphal Free Press.
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August - 12 
A bomb exploded at a Government-run hospital in Kohlu on August 12 injuring three patients. Nobody has claimed responsibility for the attack thus far.
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A bomb exploded at a Government-run hospital in Kohlu on August 12 injuring three patients. Nobody has claimed responsibility for the attack thus far.
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August - 12 
Ali Bagh Bugti, a close aide of Nawab Akbar Bugti, and his nine associates surrendered to the security forces, pledging allegiance to the Government. They also handed over nine Kalashnikovs and 700 bullets.
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Ali Bagh Bugti, a close aide of Nawab Akbar Bugti, and his nine associates surrendered to the security forces, pledging allegiance to the Government. They also handed over nine Kalashnikovs and 700 bullets.
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August - 12 
In the province, security forces seized weapons and ammunition, including thousands of rounds and mortars, in a search operation at Loti Sangsila.
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In the province, security forces seized weapons and ammunition, including thousands of rounds and mortars, in a search operation at Loti Sangsila.
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August - 12 
Two people were killed in a bomb blast near Chaman in the Balochistan province, close to the Afghan border, on August 12, according to Daily Times.
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Two people were killed in a bomb blast near Chaman in the Balochistan province, close to the Afghan border, on August 12, according to Daily Times.
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August - 12 
A day earlier, LTTE cadres opened artillery fire on the naval base in Trincomalee district, killing one civilian and a sailor. Three civilians and three sailors were injured in the incident. In a similar incident, another civilian, identified as H.K.
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A day earlier, LTTE cadres opened artillery fire on the naval base in Trincomalee district, killing one civilian and a sailor. Three civilians and three sailors were injured in the incident. In a similar incident, another civilian, identified as H.K. Ranjith Hetti Kankanam, was killed in LTTE artillery fire in the same region.
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August - 12 
At a press conference in the capital Colombo on August 12, the Government Defence spokesperson and Minister, Keheliya Rambukwella, said the LTTE offensive had all the trappings of "Eelam IV" (fourth war by the LTTE in its goal of establishment of an
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At a press conference in the capital Colombo on August 12, the Government Defence spokesperson and Minister, Keheliya Rambukwella, said the LTTE offensive had all the trappings of "Eelam IV" (fourth war by the LTTE in its goal of establishment of an independent Eelam). Military spokesperson Athula Jayawardena informed the media that 280 people were wounded in the latest fighting. The LTTE used 400-500 cadres to attack the FDL and a nearby islet. The outfit also reportedly fired 130-mm artillery at the Palaly airbase and damaged a Bell 212 helicopter but the airport was operational.
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August - 12 
At least 128 people, including 28 army and navy personnel, were reportedly killed in the battle between the Sri Lanka Army (SLA) and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the last 24 hours in the east and north. According to The Hindu, clash
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At least 128 people, including 28 army and navy personnel, were reportedly killed in the battle between the Sri Lanka Army (SLA) and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the last 24 hours in the east and north. According to The Hindu, clashes occurred when the LTTE attempted to overrun the army's forward defence line (FDL) in the Jaffna peninsula on August 11-evening. The SLA claimed that it repulsed the attack and neutralised the LTTE.
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August - 12 
Kethesh Logananathan, Deputy Secretary-General of the Government's Secretariat for Coordinating the Peace Process (SCOPP) and former Eelam People's Revolutionary Liberation Front member, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen near Vandervet place in De
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Kethesh Logananathan, Deputy Secretary-General of the Government's Secretariat for Coordinating the Peace Process (SCOPP) and former Eelam People's Revolutionary Liberation Front member, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen near Vandervet place in Dehiwela Colombo on August 12-evening. Loganathan had taken part in the negotiations between the Government and Tamil militant groups, from the Thimpu Peace talks of 1985 to the Mangala Moonesinghe Parliamentary Select Committee of 1992.
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August - 12 
One LTTE cadre committed suicide and another was killed by troops after they failed to proceed to Jaffna defying the curfew enforced by security forces (SFs) in the Kaithadi area. Troops recovered two hand grenades from the possession of the slain ca
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One LTTE cadre committed suicide and another was killed by troops after they failed to proceed to Jaffna defying the curfew enforced by security forces (SFs) in the Kaithadi area. Troops recovered two hand grenades from the possession of the slain cadre.
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August - 12 
Troops retaliated to LTTE fire and killed one cadre in the Mahaoya area of Ampara district on August 12.
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Troops retaliated to LTTE fire and killed one cadre in the Mahaoya area of Ampara district on August 12.
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August - 12 
Two soldiers were injured in LTTE firing in the Kumburmoolai area of Batticaloa district on August 12. Separately one civilian was wounded in a cross fire between troops and LTTE cadres in the Murunkan area of Vavuniya district.
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Two soldiers were injured in LTTE firing in the Kumburmoolai area of Batticaloa district on August 12. Separately one civilian was wounded in a cross fire between troops and LTTE cadres in the Murunkan area of Vavuniya district.
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August - 13 
A soldier, Mahavir Singh, was killed and two soldiers sustained injuries in a terrorist ambush in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district.
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A soldier, Mahavir Singh, was killed and two soldiers sustained injuries in a terrorist ambush in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district.
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August - 13 
According to the Hindustan Times, the Union Government on August 13 decided to halt all operations by security forces against the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) for a few days. Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal said, “We have advised army and
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According to the Hindustan Times, the Union Government on August 13 decided to halt all operations by security forces against the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) for a few days. Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal said, “We have advised army and other security forces in Assam to suspend their operations against ULFA for a few days.” He further said, “However, this does not mean that if they resort to any misadventure that will not be replied back. Appropriate action will be taken.” The decision comes days ahead of a crucial meeting between the representatives of the Union Government and mediators appointed by the outfit in New Delhi to discuss modalities for initiation of direct peace talks.
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August - 13 
Arrested gangster Fazal-ur-Rehman, during his interrogation has said that Dawood Ibrahim, mafia fugitive and the prime accused in the 1993 bomb blasts in Mumbai, is still operating from Pakistan, according to Hindustan Times. According to Delhi polic
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Arrested gangster Fazal-ur-Rehman, during his interrogation has said that Dawood Ibrahim, mafia fugitive and the prime accused in the 1993 bomb blasts in Mumbai, is still operating from Pakistan, according to Hindustan Times. According to Delhi police sources, Rehman has provided detailed information about the operations of Dawood Ibrahim, its key men and the location of its hideouts in Pakistan. Rehman reportedly has said that Dawood often visited Dubai, with an entourage of security guards.
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August - 13 
Cadres of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) shot dead the 20-year-old wife of a slain militant, Muddasara Jan, and left his sister-in-law, Muzzamila, critically wounded in a shootout in the Shopian area of Pulwama district on August 13, according to Dai
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Cadres of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) shot dead the 20-year-old wife of a slain militant, Muddasara Jan, and left his sister-in-law, Muzzamila, critically wounded in a shootout in the Shopian area of Pulwama district on August 13, according to Daily Excelsior. Official sources said that in 2005, Muddasara had married a Pakistani cadre of HuM, namely Omar, who was later killed in an encounter with the security forces in Srinagar in January 2006.
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August - 13 
Imphal Free Press reports that security force (SF) personnel shot dead two United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres during an encounter at Laibi under Tengnoupal police station jurisdiction in the Chandel district on August 13. .One AK-47 rifle
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Imphal Free Press reports that security force (SF) personnel shot dead two United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadres during an encounter at Laibi under Tengnoupal police station jurisdiction in the Chandel district on August 13. .One AK-47 rifle along with magazine, a .303 rifle along with magazine and a Motorola radio set were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 13 
In the State, police recovered three High Explosive grenades during a search operation at Tanda in the Jammu district.
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In the State, police recovered three High Explosive grenades during a search operation at Tanda in the Jammu district.
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August - 13 
Meghalaya Chief Minister, J.D. Rymbai, is reported to have asked militant outfits for peace talks to facilitate the overall development of the State, according to Assam Tribune . “The government would reiterate its appeal to militant organizations to
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Meghalaya Chief Minister, J.D. Rymbai, is reported to have asked militant outfits for peace talks to facilitate the overall development of the State, according to Assam Tribune . “The government would reiterate its appeal to militant organizations to shun violence and come to the negotiating table for peace talks”, said the Chief Minister.
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August - 13 
Mohammed Imran alias Furkan, a ‘district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), was shot dead by the security forces at village Majar in the Doda district. One AK rifle, one magazine and some ammunition were recovered from the incident site.
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Mohammed Imran alias Furkan, a ‘district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), was shot dead by the security forces at village Majar in the Doda district. One AK rifle, one magazine and some ammunition were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 13 
Mumbai Police on August 13 claimed to have neutralized a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) module in the city by arresting two suspected members of the outfit, according to Hindustan Times. The two were identified as Shabbir Ahmed Mushiullah, a resident of Maleg
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Mumbai Police on August 13 claimed to have neutralized a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) module in the city by arresting two suspected members of the outfit, according to Hindustan Times. The two were identified as Shabbir Ahmed Mushiullah, a resident of Malegaon in Nasik, and Nafiz Ahmed Jamir Ahmed Ansari, a resident of Govandi in north-east Mumbai. Both are also members of the outlawed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and had traveled to Dubai in May 2003. From there they had moved to Pakistan for arms training. A senior Mumbai Police official said, “The duo will be interrogated to find out if they were involved in the July 11 serial blasts or know the persons who hatched the conspiracy.” Police are also on the look out for three more members of the module who are at large and could prove potential danger to the law and order in the city.
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August - 13 
On August 13, a police personnel was wounded when unidentified gunmen opened fire on a police patrol party near Naral Konjin in the Bishnupur district.
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On August 13, a police personnel was wounded when unidentified gunmen opened fire on a police patrol party near Naral Konjin in the Bishnupur district.
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August - 13 
On August 13, the Military Council faction of the Kuki National Front (KNF-MC) has claimed responsibility for the killing of a student leader, Sunil Aggarwal, at Moreh town in the Chandel district on August 11.
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On August 13, the Military Council faction of the Kuki National Front (KNF-MC) has claimed responsibility for the killing of a student leader, Sunil Aggarwal, at Moreh town in the Chandel district on August 11.
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August - 13 
Suspected terrorists shot at and wounded a youth, identified as Safeer Ahmed, in the Bandipora town of Baramulla district. Separately, another soldier sustained injuries in an encounter with the terrorists in the Aeshmuqam area of Anantnag district.
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Suspected terrorists shot at and wounded a youth, identified as Safeer Ahmed, in the Bandipora town of Baramulla district. Separately, another soldier sustained injuries in an encounter with the terrorists in the Aeshmuqam area of Anantnag district.
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August - 13 
Terrorists are reported to have detonated an explosive device outside a religious place at Thathri in the Doda district. However, there were no casualties or damage in the explosion.
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Terrorists are reported to have detonated an explosive device outside a religious place at Thathri in the Doda district. However, there were no casualties or damage in the explosion.
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August - 13 
The dead body of a student leader, Sunil Agarwal, who was abducted by unidentified Kuki militants from Moreh town in the Chandel district on August 11, was later recovered along the India-Myanmar border.
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The dead body of a student leader, Sunil Agarwal, who was abducted by unidentified Kuki militants from Moreh town in the Chandel district on August 11, was later recovered along the India-Myanmar border.
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August - 13 
ULFA has set up three camps in the Sandrup Jhongkar district of Bhutan after its cadres were driven out by a counter–insurgency operation in December 2003, reports Sentinel. According to the report, Hira Sarania, a top leader believed to be close to
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ULFA has set up three camps in the Sandrup Jhongkar district of Bhutan after its cadres were driven out by a counter–insurgency operation in December 2003, reports Sentinel. According to the report, Hira Sarania, a top leader believed to be close to the outfit’s ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Barua, is reportedly heading the cadres operating from these camps.
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August - 13 
A bomb explosion was reported near the house of an official, Mazhar Rasheed Khokhar, in the Wahdat Colony of provincial capital Quetta. However, no one was hurt in the blast. Another bomb exploded in the Shahbaz Town of Quetta near the house of an of
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A bomb explosion was reported near the house of an official, Mazhar Rasheed Khokhar, in the Wahdat Colony of provincial capital Quetta. However, no one was hurt in the blast. Another bomb exploded in the Shahbaz Town of Quetta near the house of an officer of the State Bank without causing any damage. Police said that two separate bomb blasts occurred in the Patel Bagh and Khojak Road areas. One of the bombs was planted inside a dustbin while the other was placed near the wall of a girls’ convent school. The wall of the school was damaged.
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August - 13 
According to Dawn, a 14-year old girl, identified as Parveen, was killed and another, Maqsooda, was wounded when a toy bomb exploded in the Gultary sector of Baltistan on August 13, sources told Dawn.
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According to Dawn, a 14-year old girl, identified as Parveen, was killed and another, Maqsooda, was wounded when a toy bomb exploded in the Gultary sector of Baltistan on August 13, sources told Dawn.
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August - 13 
In the province, police arrested at least 50 suspects from different areas of Quetta in connection with the gas pipeline blast that suspended gas supply to Quetta, Pishin and Ziarat remained without gas for at least four hours.
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In the province, police arrested at least 50 suspects from different areas of Quetta in connection with the gas pipeline blast that suspended gas supply to Quetta, Pishin and Ziarat remained without gas for at least four hours.
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August - 13 
Three members of a family, including a woman, were wounded when a hand-grenade was hurled into the residence of Dr Fahim of Civil Hospital at Khuzdar in the Balochistan province on August 13, according to Dawn.
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Three members of a family, including a woman, were wounded when a hand-grenade was hurled into the residence of Dr Fahim of Civil Hospital at Khuzdar in the Balochistan province on August 13, according to Dawn.
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August - 13 
Two explosions were reported from Mastung. The first bomb exploded near the office of the local administration council while the other went off in the main bazaar. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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Two explosions were reported from Mastung. The first bomb exploded near the office of the local administration council while the other went off in the main bazaar. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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August - 13 
Nepal News reports that in yet another incident of violation of the Ceasefire Code of Conduct, a villager, held captive by Maoists, was found dead in Ilam. Maoists claimed that the person, Ash Bahadur from Ibhang village development committee in the
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Nepal News reports that in yet another incident of violation of the Ceasefire Code of Conduct, a villager, held captive by Maoists, was found dead in Ilam. Maoists claimed that the person, Ash Bahadur from Ibhang village development committee in the district, sneaked out of captivity and "committed suicide". However, the deceased's relatives have said that Maoists took him on July 24 saying that he would be released "in a few days".
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August - 13 
Speaking at a press conference at Bhadrapur in Jhapa district on August 13-morning, after completing his visit to Siliguri in India, CPN (Maoist) Chairman Prachanda accused Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala of trying to create differences by advoc
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Speaking at a press conference at Bhadrapur in Jhapa district on August 13-morning, after completing his visit to Siliguri in India, CPN (Maoist) Chairman Prachanda accused Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala of trying to create differences by advocating space for a ceremonial King. Prachanda said that the Government was “conspiring to make the King active again,” and “the 12-point and 8-point agreements reached between the government and the Maoists are yet to be implemented though a long time has already passed. It is a game and ploy to make the King active again.” He added that “our party is ready to treat the King as a ‘suspended King’ till the election to the constituent assembly. The interim constitution should be drafted accordingly. The King’s role will be decided after the result of the constituent assembly poll”.
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August - 13 
A day earlier, troops killed a LTTE cadre in a retaliatory fire in the Thempitiya area and subsequently recovered one T-56 weapon.
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A day earlier, troops killed a LTTE cadre in a retaliatory fire in the Thempitiya area and subsequently recovered one T-56 weapon.
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August - 13 
A LTTE cadre committed suicide as Wattala Police in the Jaffna district arrested two LTTE suspects. Later, on the information revealed by the surviving cadre, Police recovered a cache of arms and ammunition packed inside a lorry on August 13. The rec
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A LTTE cadre committed suicide as Wattala Police in the Jaffna district arrested two LTTE suspects. Later, on the information revealed by the surviving cadre, Police recovered a cache of arms and ammunition packed inside a lorry on August 13. The recoveries included eight claymore mines, one claymore magnet, one Global Positioning System (GPS), three claymore boosters, eight claymore tri ports, 15 hand grenades, two cyanide capsules, two T-56 weapons and three magazines with 175 ammunition, one automatic weapon (9 mm) and two magazines with 150 ammunition, one micro pistol and 90 ammunition, 10 detonators, 15 m of detonator code, nine batteries (9 V), one remote controller unit, three receivers and an antenna of a communication equipment.
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August - 13 
According to reports, fighting continued between troops and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Jaffna district on August 13. Twenty-five more LTTE cadres were reportedly killed raising the death tally of the outfit cadres to 125, whil
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According to reports, fighting continued between troops and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Jaffna district on August 13. Twenty-five more LTTE cadres were reportedly killed raising the death tally of the outfit cadres to 125, while Army has lost four of its troopers raising the tally to 32 till the reports last came in. "The area is now totally under control. We have pushed them back behind their FDL (forward defence line)," said an Army spokesperson.
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August - 13 
One soldier was killed and four soldiers were injured in a LTTE attack in the Vettukadu and Kalmunai areas of Jaffna district on August 13.
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One soldier was killed and four soldiers were injured in a LTTE attack in the Vettukadu and Kalmunai areas of Jaffna district on August 13.
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August - 13 
SLMM chief Ulf Henricsson recommended to Norway to consider withdrawal from cease-fire monitoring. A spokesperson of the SLMM told The Hindu that Henricsson is of the view that the SLMM has become some kind of a "political cover" for Colombo and the
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SLMM chief Ulf Henricsson recommended to Norway to consider withdrawal from cease-fire monitoring. A spokesperson of the SLMM told The Hindu that Henricsson is of the view that the SLMM has become some kind of a "political cover" for Colombo and the LTTE to keep alive the cease-fire agreement (CFA) without honouring it. The move follows his charges in the media that the Government is obstructing an impartial probe into the execution of 17 workers of a French NGO in Muttur last week. Meanwhile, the Secretary General of Sri Lanka Government's Secretariat for Coordinating the Peace Process (SCOPP), Palitha T.B. Kohona, told reporters that he was surprised at the charges and asserted that an independent inquiry, assisted by foreign forensic experts, was currently on into the aid workers killing in Muttur. He added that the news reports that the Government was obstructing the probe was 'absolutely untrue.'
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August - 13 
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel foiled a LTTE attempt to over run Allapiddy village in the Kayts area as a flotilla of about 50-60 LTTE Sea-Tiger boats attempted to over run the village. SLN personnel along with the help of Sri Lanka Army (SLA) and Sr
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Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel foiled a LTTE attempt to over run Allapiddy village in the Kayts area as a flotilla of about 50-60 LTTE Sea-Tiger boats attempted to over run the village. SLN personnel along with the help of Sri Lanka Army (SLA) and Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) damaged at least 25-30 outfit boats. Another 10-15 boats were believed to have drowned as the firing continued till last reports came in.
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August - 13 
The Government has reportedly requested all child recruits and other LTTE cadres to surrender to the nearest security forces camp or Police Station and that the Government would take full responsibility for their safety.
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The Government has reportedly requested all child recruits and other LTTE cadres to surrender to the nearest security forces camp or Police Station and that the Government would take full responsibility for their safety.
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August - 13 
The LTTE alleged that 15 civilians were killed as rockets and artillery shells fired by SFs hit a church in the Allaipiddy area of Jaffna district. It also alleged that seven more civilians were killed in a separate artillery fire by the SFs. It also
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The LTTE alleged that 15 civilians were killed as rockets and artillery shells fired by SFs hit a church in the Allaipiddy area of Jaffna district. It also alleged that seven more civilians were killed in a separate artillery fire by the SFs. It also claimed that it has attacked the Palaly airbase and damaged the runway.
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August - 13 
The LTTE stated that peace talks with the Government were impossible in the current situation. The head of the LTTE peace secretariat, S. Puleedevan, told Reuters, “We have made no proposals for peace talks. Government offensive attacks make peace ta
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The LTTE stated that peace talks with the Government were impossible in the current situation. The head of the LTTE peace secretariat, S. Puleedevan, told Reuters, “We have made no proposals for peace talks. Government offensive attacks make peace talks impossible." Earlier, the Government had said it received a message from the outfit through the SLMM, saying that the LTTE were keen to talk. The head of the Government peace secretariat, Palitha Kohona, had said the Government was willing to talk. He said, "We accepted. The Tigers also wanted to know if there were any conditions. We said there would be no conditions but since then there has been no response." Meanwhile, despite the Government claim that LTTE sent an offer to hold talks, the SLMM said that there had been no formal offer from the LTTE. SLMM mission said that LTTE informed them that they are willing to talk to the Government over the phone but written offer has not come.
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August - 13 
The Sri Lanka Peace Secretariat stated on August 13 that the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) has officially informed that it is withdrawing from monitoring the cease-fire between the Sri Lankan Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam
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The Sri Lanka Peace Secretariat stated on August 13 that the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) has officially informed that it is withdrawing from monitoring the cease-fire between the Sri Lankan Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), according to Colombo Page. The SLMM has informed both the parties of its decision. The withdrawal will be made in three steps, with withdrawal from the country as the final stage.
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August - 13 
Troops retaliated to LTTE fire in the Vavunathivu area of Batticaloa district. However, no casualties were reported. Elsewhere, troops recovered one T-56 weapon at Varani in the Jaffna district.
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Troops retaliated to LTTE fire in the Vavunathivu area of Batticaloa district. However, no casualties were reported. Elsewhere, troops recovered one T-56 weapon at Varani in the Jaffna district.
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August - 14 
According to Daily Excelsior, one soldier was killed and two others sustained injuries in an encounter between the terrorists and security forces (SFs) in the Ashmuqam area of Anantnag district on August 14.
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According to Daily Excelsior, one soldier was killed and two others sustained injuries in an encounter between the terrorists and security forces (SFs) in the Ashmuqam area of Anantnag district on August 14.
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August - 14 
An encounter occurred between a team of Manipur Police and unidentified militants at Mayang Imphal in the Imphal West district. Further details were unavailable.
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An encounter occurred between a team of Manipur Police and unidentified militants at Mayang Imphal in the Imphal West district. Further details were unavailable.
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August - 14 
Another grenade explosion was reported from Makum Petrol Depot in the Tinsukia district on the same evening.
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Another grenade explosion was reported from Makum Petrol Depot in the Tinsukia district on the same evening.
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August - 14 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, while asking the ULFA to abjure violence and extremism, said that difficult issues could be resolved only through dialogue and negotiations. He mentioned that the Union Government was doing its best to create an atmo
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, while asking the ULFA to abjure violence and extremism, said that difficult issues could be resolved only through dialogue and negotiations. He mentioned that the Union Government was doing its best to create an atmosphere where direct talks could be held with the outfit. “Peace and progress is the need of the hour, without which commerce, industry or trade can never take root in the State. Terror and violence must be removed if problems like lack of development and unemployment are to be resolved,” said the Chief Minister.
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August - 14 
At least 325 Bengali Tiger Force (BTF) cadres led by its chief, Subhash Chandra Sarkar, surrendered before Chief Minister Gogoi in Guwahati city on August 14, reports Shillong Times .
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At least 325 Bengali Tiger Force (BTF) cadres led by its chief, Subhash Chandra Sarkar, surrendered before Chief Minister Gogoi in Guwahati city on August 14, reports Shillong Times .
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August - 14 
Imphal Free Press reports that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on August 14 celebrated its ‘58th Independence Day’ in many parts of the Naga-inhabited parts of the region and at various designated camps of the outfi
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Imphal Free Press reports that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on August 14 celebrated its ‘58th Independence Day’ in many parts of the Naga-inhabited parts of the region and at various designated camps of the outfit.
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August - 14 
In a radio broadcast on the eve of the 59th Independence Day on August 14, the Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio appealed to all militant factions to listen to the voice of the people and desist from further fratricidal violence. He further said th
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In a radio broadcast on the eve of the 59th Independence Day on August 14, the Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio appealed to all militant factions to listen to the voice of the people and desist from further fratricidal violence. He further said that the continued fratricidal killings in the State are bound to mar the State's progress.
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August - 14 
In a statement made available to the local media, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) has decided to sever all ties with the Naga Hoho, the Naga Students’ Federation and the Naga People’s Movement for Human Rights with effe
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In a statement made available to the local media, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) has decided to sever all ties with the Naga Hoho, the Naga Students’ Federation and the Naga People’s Movement for Human Rights with effect from August 14, whom it accused of deviating from their actual responsibilities and instead acting as political parties "prejudicial to the Naga revolutionary organisations'. It accused them of acting as auxiliary bodies of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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August - 14 
In the district, another encounter occurred at Dhumkri Reang Para under Ambassa police station on August 13-night. However, no casualty was reported.
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In the district, another encounter occurred at Dhumkri Reang Para under Ambassa police station on August 13-night. However, no casualty was reported.
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August - 14 
In the State, four heavily-armed terrorists surrendered before the SFs on August 14 after crossing over from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) into the Uri sector of Baramulla district. They also handed over four AK assault rifles, eight magazines, fou
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In the State, four heavily-armed terrorists surrendered before the SFs on August 14 after crossing over from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) into the Uri sector of Baramulla district. They also handed over four AK assault rifles, eight magazines, four pistols, three hand grenades and a large quantity of ammunition to the authorities.
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August - 14 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) cadres belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction attacked security force (SF) personnel who retaliated near Chowmanu-Thacherra road in the Dhalai district on August 14, according to Tripurainfo. However,
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) cadres belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction attacked security force (SF) personnel who retaliated near Chowmanu-Thacherra road in the Dhalai district on August 14, according to Tripurainfo. However, a tribal villager, Sadan Bikash Chakma, was reportedly injured in the encounter.
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August - 14 
On August 14, four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested from a village under the Konch police station in Gaya district. The arrested included ‘area commander’ Shankar Das, who is accused of killing a number of police pers
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On August 14, four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested from a village under the Konch police station in Gaya district. The arrested included ‘area commander’ Shankar Das, who is accused of killing a number of police personnel.
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August - 14 
Ranchi Express reports that security force (SF) personnel claimed to have shot dead at least two Maoists during an encounter near Bitikilsoya inside Saranda forest in the West Singhbhum district on August 14. Two rifles, 200 rounds of live cartridges
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Ranchi Express reports that security force (SF) personnel claimed to have shot dead at least two Maoists during an encounter near Bitikilsoya inside Saranda forest in the West Singhbhum district on August 14. Two rifles, 200 rounds of live cartridges, a can bomb and a hand grenade were seized from the site of the encounter.
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August - 14 
SF personnel shot dead a Pakistani cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and were searching for his associate at village Chrung in the Thannamandi area of Rajouri district. Two SF personnel were injured in the incident. Daily Excelsior has reported that
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SF personnel shot dead a Pakistani cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and were searching for his associate at village Chrung in the Thannamandi area of Rajouri district. Two SF personnel were injured in the incident. Daily Excelsior has reported that about 100 children of the Little Angels Nursery School had to be evacuated by the troops as the school building was caught in the terrorists’ firing. One AK-47 rifle, two magazines, 24 rounds, one hand grenade, one pouch and some documents were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 14 
The People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) has identified the names of nine persons alleged to have been involved in extorting money from the general public in the name of the outfit. Disclosing this to reporters at an undisclosed location in the Th
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The People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) has identified the names of nine persons alleged to have been involved in extorting money from the general public in the name of the outfit. Disclosing this to reporters at an undisclosed location in the Thoubal district on an unspecified day, the outfit said that they will be given ‘capital punishment’ if they fail to surrender to the outfit within five days.
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August - 14 
Three persons, including a woman and her son, were killed and seven others sustained injuries when suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants triggered a grenade explosion targeting security convoys near Lifecare Nursing Home at Dul
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Three persons, including a woman and her son, were killed and seven others sustained injuries when suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants triggered a grenade explosion targeting security convoys near Lifecare Nursing Home at Duliajan town in the Dibrugarh district on Aug 14–evening.
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August - 14 
Three police personnel were injured when terrorists lobbed a hand grenade targeting a police patrol at Khwaja Bagh in the Baramulla town. In another incident, one civilian was wounded when terrorists lobbed a grenade towards the Border Security Force
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Three police personnel were injured when terrorists lobbed a hand grenade targeting a police patrol at Khwaja Bagh in the Baramulla town. In another incident, one civilian was wounded when terrorists lobbed a grenade towards the Border Security Force near Bus Stand at Sopore in the Baramulla district. A blast also occurred on Hospital Road in the Pattan area of Baramulla without causing any damage.
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August - 14 
Five out of the 25 JMB cadres arrested recently from a Madrassa (seminary) at Jibontala village in Bhaluka were produced before a court in Mymensingh on August 14 after expiry of their 10-day remand. The court sent them to jail.
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Five out of the 25 JMB cadres arrested recently from a Madrassa (seminary) at Jibontala village in Bhaluka were produced before a court in Mymensingh on August 14 after expiry of their 10-day remand. The court sent them to jail.
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August - 14 
Police in Nilphamari town on August 14 arrested charge-sheeted Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) cadre Habibur Rahman from the bus stand after he alighted from a Rangpur-bound bus, according to Daily Star. According to police sources, Rahman was
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Police in Nilphamari town on August 14 arrested charge-sheeted Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) cadre Habibur Rahman from the bus stand after he alighted from a Rangpur-bound bus, according to Daily Star. According to police sources, Rahman was involved in the August 17, 2005 serial bombing in Nilphamari.
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August - 14 
According to Sri Lankan Army reports, on August 14, eighty-eight SF personnel were killed in fighting between the troops and LTTE since August 11 in Jaffna. Another 120 were injured in the confrontations. The confrontations have also killed more than
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According to Sri Lankan Army reports, on August 14, eighty-eight SF personnel were killed in fighting between the troops and LTTE since August 11 in Jaffna. Another 120 were injured in the confrontations. The confrontations have also killed more than 200 terrorists and injured over 300, according to the reports.
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August - 14 
At least seven persons, including four soldiers of the Sri Lanka Army (SLA), were killed and 17 others sustained injuries in a suicide attack carried out by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) targeting Pakistan High Commissioner Bashir Wali
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At least seven persons, including four soldiers of the Sri Lanka Army (SLA), were killed and 17 others sustained injuries in a suicide attack carried out by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) targeting Pakistan High Commissioner Bashir Wali Mohammad in the capital Colombo on August 14. The envoy, returning from the Pakistan Independence day function at the mission, escaped unhurt though his vehicle suffered minor damage. His escort Army jeep took the brunt of the attack. The suspected LTTE cadre who triggered the claymore mine explosion from a parked three-wheeler in the area also died, according to Hindu.
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August - 14 
The LTTE alleged that at least 61 school children were killed and 150 injured in an aerial attack by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) in the outfit-controlled Mullaittivu district. However, the Government claimed that the SLAF attacked a LTTE training
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The LTTE alleged that at least 61 school children were killed and 150 injured in an aerial attack by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) in the outfit-controlled Mullaittivu district. However, the Government claimed that the SLAF attacked a LTTE training camp in Puthukudirippu and killed more than 50 LTTE cadres. "It is a lie to say that schoolchildren were targeted. The Air Force had bombed a LTTE training centre. We don't know if they had moved child soldiers there," said Government spokesperson, Chandrapala Liyanage. However, the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM), whose team visited the affected school in Vallipunam on the Paranthan-Mullaithivu road, confirmed that students had died in an attack. "Yes there is an incident and our team counted 19 bodies of girls and boys in the premises. We believe the death toll of 61 is accurate. However, we are not in a position to comment on what could have exactly happened", a spokesman of the SLMM told Hindu.
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August - 15 
18 suspected activists of the outlawed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) were on August 15 arrested from Binanipuram in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, according to Press Trust of India. Police said some booklets, articles, pamphlets and a
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18 suspected activists of the outlawed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) were on August 15 arrested from Binanipuram in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, according to Press Trust of India. Police said some booklets, articles, pamphlets and a book printed in Pakistan were seized from them. No weapons have been seized from them. They have been arrested under Section 153A IPC and Section 10 and 13 (1) (B) (Unlawful Activities Prevention Act). The arrested activists, who are in their thirties, hail from various parts of the State, they said.
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August - 15 
89 more refugees reached Dhanushkodi in the Indian State of Tamil Nadu.
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89 more refugees reached Dhanushkodi in the Indian State of Tamil Nadu.
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August - 15 
Delivering his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort in New Delhi on August 15, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh asked Pakistan to take concrete steps to end cross-border terrorism directed against India, warning that the peace process would be
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Delivering his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort in New Delhi on August 15, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh asked Pakistan to take concrete steps to end cross-border terrorism directed against India, warning that the peace process would be affected if this was not done. Addressing the nation on India’s 59th independence anniversary, Dr. Singh pointed out that New Delhi had unveiled several initiatives to usher in peace with Pakistan. “To be successful, these initiatives need an atmosphere of peace,” he said, adding “It is obvious that unless Pakistan takes concrete steps to implement the solemn assurances it has given to prevent cross-border terrorism against India from any territory within its control, public opinion in India, which has supported the peace process, will be undermined.”
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August - 15 
Sangai Express reports that a 57-year old man, Lalroshang, was killed in a land mine explosion at Parbung in the Churachandpur district on August 15.
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Sangai Express reports that a 57-year old man, Lalroshang, was killed in a land mine explosion at Parbung in the Churachandpur district on August 15.
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August - 15 
SF personnel arrested a cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) from the Zainapora area of Pulwama district along with two hand grenades and 15 AK rounds.
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SF personnel arrested a cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) from the Zainapora area of Pulwama district along with two hand grenades and 15 AK rounds.
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August - 15 
SFs also recovered one Pakistan made 7.63mm pistol, one magazine and 13 rounds during a search operation in the forest area of Kharak in Rajouri district. Further, two hand grenades and two IEDs, each weighing 10 kg, were recovered by the troops duri
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SFs also recovered one Pakistan made 7.63mm pistol, one magazine and 13 rounds during a search operation in the forest area of Kharak in Rajouri district. Further, two hand grenades and two IEDs, each weighing 10 kg, were recovered by the troops during a search operation at Kandi in the Rajouri district. Separately, the Army recovered a consignment of explosive devices, including a 2.5 kg IED, from Sunjwan on outskirts of Jammu city.
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August - 15 
The general strike called by several separatist groups, including both the factions of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), on Independence Day went off peacefully in the entire Kashmir valley.
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The general strike called by several separatist groups, including both the factions of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), on Independence Day went off peacefully in the entire Kashmir valley.
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August - 15 
Two civilians were reportedly killed during a gun-battle between the security forces (SFs) and terrorists in the Ashmuqam area of Anantnag district on August 15. The bodies of Mohammad Altaf Tantray and Mohammad Yaseen Tantray were recovered from Kha
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Two civilians were reportedly killed during a gun-battle between the security forces (SFs) and terrorists in the Ashmuqam area of Anantnag district on August 15. The bodies of Mohammad Altaf Tantray and Mohammad Yaseen Tantray were recovered from Khandaypora village where an encounter has been going on for the past two days between the two sides, according to Daily Excelsior.
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August - 15 
Two civilians, Mohammed Azad and Mohammed Bashir, were injured when terrorists lobbed a grenade targeting a post of the Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police at Pangai in the Rajouri district. Separately, a soldier sustained injuries in an improvised explos
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Two civilians, Mohammed Azad and Mohammed Bashir, were injured when terrorists lobbed a grenade targeting a post of the Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police at Pangai in the Rajouri district. Separately, a soldier sustained injuries in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast at Dogian in the Poonch district. Further, another soldier was wounded when terrorists carried out a grenade attack on a SF picket in the Sopore town of Baramulla district.
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August - 15 
Two tribal villagers, Lamonjoy Reang and Profullajoy Reang, were shot dead by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants at Tuichama under Ganganagar police station in the Dhalai district on August 15-morning, according to Tripurainfo. Whi
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Two tribal villagers, Lamonjoy Reang and Profullajoy Reang, were shot dead by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants at Tuichama under Ganganagar police station in the Dhalai district on August 15-morning, according to Tripurainfo. While Lamonjoy Reang was a surrendered NLFT cadre, his younger brother Profullajoy Reang was a former over-ground collaborator of the outfit.
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August - 15 
A tribesman, identified as Qaim Khan, was killed when a tribal convoy came under heavy firing near the Loti area. Sources said that seven people were injured in the firing. Officials said that over two dozen rockets were fired in the Sui area. Insurg
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A tribesman, identified as Qaim Khan, was killed when a tribal convoy came under heavy firing near the Loti area. Sources said that seven people were injured in the firing. Officials said that over two dozen rockets were fired in the Sui area. Insurgents also blew up two power transmission towers.
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August - 15 
According to officials, a powerful bomb exploded at the Serat Chowk of Hub, killing three people and injuring four others. The second bomb exploded at a small hotel in the Rakhni Bazaar in Barkhan district, killing a tribesman, Noor Khan Khetran, and
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According to officials, a powerful bomb exploded at the Serat Chowk of Hub, killing three people and injuring four others. The second bomb exploded at a small hotel in the Rakhni Bazaar in Barkhan district, killing a tribesman, Noor Khan Khetran, and wounding three other people. Further, four people were injured in a bomb explosion in Nushki. Separately, four more bombs exploded in the provincial capital Quetta and two in the Kalat and Mach areas.
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August - 15 
At least eight people, including three security force (SF) personnel, were killed and 19 others sustained injuries in nine explosions and armed clashes in different areas of the Balochistan province on August 15, according to Dawn. “Four people died
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At least eight people, including three security force (SF) personnel, were killed and 19 others sustained injuries in nine explosions and armed clashes in different areas of the Balochistan province on August 15, according to Dawn. “Four people died in two explosions that occurred in Hub and Rakhni areas,” officials said. The proscribed Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the bomb explosions at Hub, Rakhni and Quetta.
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August - 15 
Police arrested a suspected Islamist terrorist accused of training religious students to become suicide bombers, according to Reuters. Senior police official Chaudhry Aamir Hameed said the suspected man, Mohammad Ashraf Qureshi, was arrested along wi
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Police arrested a suspected Islamist terrorist accused of training religious students to become suicide bombers, according to Reuters. Senior police official Chaudhry Aamir Hameed said the suspected man, Mohammad Ashraf Qureshi, was arrested along with two other men during a raid in Karachi. “He has been targeting young boys in madrassas, brain washing them and turning them into suicide bombers,” said Hameed, adding that Qureshi was also involved in the training of the suicide bombers who killed prominent Shia cleric Allama Hassan Turabi in Karachi in July 2006. Police identified the suicide bomber who killed Turabi as 16-year-old Abdul Karim.
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August - 15 
Security agencies are reported to have arrested 29 Taliban suspects, including a local ‘commander’, on August 15 during a raid on a private hospital in Quetta, capital of the Balochistan province. Sources told Daily Times that agencies raided Al Khai
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Security agencies are reported to have arrested 29 Taliban suspects, including a local ‘commander’, on August 15 during a raid on a private hospital in Quetta, capital of the Balochistan province. Sources told Daily Times that agencies raided Al Khair Hospital on Quetta’s Zargoon Road. “Ten of the Taliban were under treatment at the hospital, while the reaming Taliban were in the hospital to meet them,” said sources. The suspects were being treated for wounds sustained in fighting in Afghanistan’s Kandahar province in recent weeks, said a hospital official.
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August - 15 
Suspicion has fallen on two Pakistani charities said to be linked to the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and its affiliate Jamaat-ul-Furqan, Pakistani intelligence officials told Reuters. “We are looking into the activities of al-Rasheed Trust and al
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Suspicion has fallen on two Pakistani charities said to be linked to the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and its affiliate Jamaat-ul-Furqan, Pakistani intelligence officials told Reuters. “We are looking into the activities of al-Rasheed Trust and al Asar Trust because there are some questions over whether they have been involved in money transfers from Britain to Pakistan during the earthquake relief effort, and whether the funds were subsequently forwarded to conspirators in the plot to blow up passenger planes,” said one official.
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August - 15 
The Foreign Office has denied as “absurd” reports in the media that Islamic charities had diverted money meant for earthquake relief to fund the alleged London terror plot, according to Daily Times. It also denied that Rashid Rauf, a key suspect arre
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The Foreign Office has denied as “absurd” reports in the media that Islamic charities had diverted money meant for earthquake relief to fund the alleged London terror plot, according to Daily Times. It also denied that Rashid Rauf, a key suspect arrested in Pakistan, had any connection with charities involved in earthquake relief. “These are all absurd stories. The objective is to malign Pakistan,” Foreign Office spokesperson Tasneem Aslam said at a briefing in Islamabad on August 15. She also informed that Britain had not sought Rauf’s extradition from Pakistan.
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August - 15 
Three persons, including two SF personnel, were killed when a vehicle of the security forces hit a landmine in the Suro area of Kohlu district. Another man, identified as Mustafa, was killed in a landmine explosion in the Sangsella area of Dera Bugti
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Three persons, including two SF personnel, were killed when a vehicle of the security forces hit a landmine in the Suro area of Kohlu district. Another man, identified as Mustafa, was killed in a landmine explosion in the Sangsella area of Dera Bugti district.
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August - 15 
Kantipur reports that Maoists have stalled all activities of non-governmental organizations (NGO) in the Salyan district, claiming that they are not complying with the "People's Government". The Maoists have claimed that NGOs have started working on
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Kantipur reports that Maoists have stalled all activities of non-governmental organizations (NGO) in the Salyan district, claiming that they are not complying with the "People's Government". The Maoists have claimed that NGOs have started working on their own, ignoring Maoist policies, after the restoration of democracy in the country. The report adds that earlier, NGOs as well as Government offices, especially in the rural areas of the district, operated "in coordination" with the Maoists, as the insurgents did not allow any organization to operate without their permission. The organizations had to register with the Maoists and also pay tax to their parallel government. "Maoists may have been offended because most of the NGOs, in recent times, have shown no interest in registering with the Maoists and paying tax to them," said Min Bahadur Wali, Chairman of Sharada Nepal, an NGO.
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August - 15 
On August 15, the Maoists abducted two civilians, Shambhu Sah and Manoj Panjiyar, from Siraha. Separately, another civilian, Krishna Prasad Dhakal, was abducted from Tehrathum.
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On August 15, the Maoists abducted two civilians, Shambhu Sah and Manoj Panjiyar, from Siraha. Separately, another civilian, Krishna Prasad Dhakal, was abducted from Tehrathum.
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August - 15 
Press Trust of India has reported that the Maoist insurgents on August 15 abducted two Indian citizens from Mahendranagar. Official sources said that the two hailed from Chandigarh in northern India.
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Press Trust of India has reported that the Maoist insurgents on August 15 abducted two Indian citizens from Mahendranagar. Official sources said that the two hailed from Chandigarh in northern India.
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August - 15 
The Maoists abducted Bhagiram Batal, a social worker associated with a rural development organization from Kapurkot area in Salyan district recently. Batal was on a field visit when he was abducted by the Maoists. According to eyewitnesses, Maoists a
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The Maoists abducted Bhagiram Batal, a social worker associated with a rural development organization from Kapurkot area in Salyan district recently. Batal was on a field visit when he was abducted by the Maoists. According to eyewitnesses, Maoists abducted Batal after he had an altercation with a group of Maoists.
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August - 15 
The District and Sessions Judge court in Laxmipur on August 15 awarded death sentence to three leaders of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) and life imprisonment to five cadres for their involvement in the August 17, 2005-serial blasts in the
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The District and Sessions Judge court in Laxmipur on August 15 awarded death sentence to three leaders of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) and life imprisonment to five cadres for their involvement in the August 17, 2005-serial blasts in the district town, according to Daily Star. Those awarded death sentence are Ataur Rahman Sunny, Masudur Rahman and Amjad Ali. Life sentences were awarded to Arifur Rahman, Azharul Islam, Maulana Emranul Atahar, Maulana Ershadullah and Nazrul Islam.
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August - 15 
89 more refugees reached Dhanushkodi in the Indian State of Tamil Nadu.
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89 more refugees reached Dhanushkodi in the Indian State of Tamil Nadu.
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August - 15 
A 12-year old boy was among nine Muslim civilians injured in a LTTE grenade attack at the public market in the Ottamavadi area of Batticaloa district on August 15.
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A 12-year old boy was among nine Muslim civilians injured in a LTTE grenade attack at the public market in the Ottamavadi area of Batticaloa district on August 15.
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August - 15 
According to Sri Lankan military reports, at least 250 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and another 300 injured in continued fighting in the Jaffna peninsula during the past 72 hours.
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According to Sri Lankan military reports, at least 250 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and another 300 injured in continued fighting in the Jaffna peninsula during the past 72 hours.
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August - 15 
During search operations at the Velanithurai village in the Kayts area of Jaffna district, Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel killed five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres hiding in the Grama Sevaka (local village official) office of the vil
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During search operations at the Velanithurai village in the Kayts area of Jaffna district, Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel killed five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres hiding in the Grama Sevaka (local village official) office of the village and subsequently recovered a cache of weapons, including T 56 weapons, GPS, ammunition and communication equipment and some maps on August 15. SLN spokesperson, Commander D.K.P. Dassanayaka, told Daily News, "It was a prize catch by the Naval troops as they have arrived there to plan a major offensive to capture Jaffna. It is understood that LTTE had used the safe house to plan a major attack on Jaffna after infiltrating the area during the last battle in Kayts."
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August - 15 
LTTE cadres shot dead a civilian at Marathady junction in the Jaffna district. Three more civilians were killed in separate incidents, according to pro-LTTE website Tamil Net. Two medical students, identified as Sivasankar and Theepan, were shot dead
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LTTE cadres shot dead a civilian at Marathady junction in the Jaffna district. Three more civilians were killed in separate incidents, according to pro-LTTE website Tamil Net. Two medical students, identified as Sivasankar and Theepan, were shot dead by unidentified assailants inside the Jaffna University campus. Separately, the dead body of a civilian was recovered from the Valaichchenai area of Batticaloa district.
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August - 15 
More than 135,000 people have fled renewed fighting in Sri Lanka between Government forces and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) since April 2006, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The UNHCR spokesperson, J
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More than 135,000 people have fled renewed fighting in Sri Lanka between Government forces and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) since April 2006, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The UNHCR spokesperson, Jennifer Pagonis, informed on August 15 that the figure included about 50,000 displaced persons by the upsurge in violence in the northeastern district of Trincomalee in August. She added, “Thousands of families are still trapped on the islands off Jaffna Peninsula and are unable to move freely.” The overall tally since April included 6,672 Sri Lankan refugees who have fled to India.
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August - 15 
Security forces allegedly killed a newspaper agent, identified as Sathasivam Baskaran, of the Uthayan newspaper at Puthur junction near Atchchuveli in Jaffna district, the Website added. A day earlier, LTTE cadres shot dead a soldier in the Inuvil ar
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Security forces allegedly killed a newspaper agent, identified as Sathasivam Baskaran, of the Uthayan newspaper at Puthur junction near Atchchuveli in Jaffna district, the Website added. A day earlier, LTTE cadres shot dead a soldier in the Inuvil area of Jaffna district.
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August - 16 
A civilian, identified as Manzoor Ahmed Bhat, succumbed to injuries at a hospital on August 16. He had sustained critical injuries in a grenade blast on August 14 at Sopore in the Baramulla district.
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A civilian, identified as Manzoor Ahmed Bhat, succumbed to injuries at a hospital on August 16. He had sustained critical injuries in a grenade blast on August 14 at Sopore in the Baramulla district.
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August - 16 
According to New Indian Express, police on August 16 arrested a suspected cadre of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) from an unspecified location in the Ernakulam district. According to police sources, the arrested SIMI cadre Zakkir Azzim
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According to New Indian Express, police on August 16 arrested a suspected cadre of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) from an unspecified location in the Ernakulam district. According to police sources, the arrested SIMI cadre Zakkir Azzim, hailing from Chennai was a lecturer at KEMA College of Engineering at Pukkattupadi, near Aluva in the Ernakulam district. He was also the roommate of another SIMI cadre, Shathuli, who was arrested by police on August 15. Police sources further said that Zakkir was involved in SIMI activities while he was a student of Crescent Engineering College in Chennai.
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August - 16 
An unexploded grenade was recovered from the ISKCON temple complex on August 16.
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An unexploded grenade was recovered from the ISKCON temple complex on August 16.
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August - 16 
At least five civilians, including two children, were killed while over 50 others, including five Americans and two French nationals, sustained injuries when suspected terrorists lobbed a powerful grenade at a crowded Krishna Janmashatami celebration
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At least five civilians, including two children, were killed while over 50 others, including five Americans and two French nationals, sustained injuries when suspected terrorists lobbed a powerful grenade at a crowded Krishna Janmashatami celebration held at the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) temple complex at Sangaiprou in Imphal on August 16.
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August - 16 
At least five infiltrating terrorists and a soldier are reported to have died in an encounter near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Machhil sector of Kupwara district on August 16. Official sources told Daily Excelsior that expecting an infiltration
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At least five infiltrating terrorists and a soldier are reported to have died in an encounter near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Machhil sector of Kupwara district on August 16. Official sources told Daily Excelsior that expecting an infiltration attempt from the Athmuqam area of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), security force (SF) personnel had laid an ambush at Kor Katwara Galli, close to the LoC. The five slain terrorists are believed to be Pakistani cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Al-Badr Mujahideen. One soldier, Lance Naik Rohit Basant Patil, was killed and two soldiers, Himayatullah Khan and Ramachandran, sustained injuries.
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August - 16 
In the State, troops arrested eight young boys, who were leaving for a terrorist training camp in PoK, from Kangan area and returned them all to their parents.
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In the State, troops arrested eight young boys, who were leaving for a terrorist training camp in PoK, from Kangan area and returned them all to their parents.
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August - 16 
Nabajit Sonowal, who reportedly hurled a grenade in the market area of C.D. Road in North Lakhimpur on August 12-evening, was arrested by police from the same locality on August 16-night, according to Assam Tribune. Subsequent to his confession, a su
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Nabajit Sonowal, who reportedly hurled a grenade in the market area of C.D. Road in North Lakhimpur on August 12-evening, was arrested by police from the same locality on August 16-night, according to Assam Tribune. Subsequent to his confession, a surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre, Tilak Hazarika, was also arrested, for his involvement in the incident. Reports added that Tilak Hazarika had promised Nabajit financial reward to open a shop in a prime location of Dhemaji town, if he hurled the grenade in any of the busy roads of North Lakhimpur.
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August - 16 
On August 16, security force (SF) personnel arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Laishram Ibungo Meitei alias James, from Singjamei Kainahanbi in the Imphal West district.
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On August 16, security force (SF) personnel arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Laishram Ibungo Meitei alias James, from Singjamei Kainahanbi in the Imphal West district.
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August - 16 
Security force (SF) personnel arrested a Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) cadre, Yaikhom Anil alias Chinglemba, from Lamlong Bazaar in Imphal.
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Security force (SF) personnel arrested a Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) cadre, Yaikhom Anil alias Chinglemba, from Lamlong Bazaar in Imphal.
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August - 16 
The Director General of Police of Meghalaya, W.R. Marbaniang, reportedly said that there are perceived threats from Islamist terrorist outfits, including Al Qaeda, Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), along India-Bangladesh border, accor
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The Director General of Police of Meghalaya, W.R. Marbaniang, reportedly said that there are perceived threats from Islamist terrorist outfits, including Al Qaeda, Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), along India-Bangladesh border, according to Telegraph. The Director General of Police, while alerting people of the State, said, “All inhabitants in the villages along the international border should heighten their vigil on possible infiltration of externally-sponsored terrorist elements.”
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August - 16 
The Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) in a statement made available to the local media has denied its involvement in the grenade attack at the ISKCON temple campus in Imphal on August 16.
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The Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) in a statement made available to the local media has denied its involvement in the grenade attack at the ISKCON temple campus in Imphal on August 16.
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August - 16 
The scheduled peace talks between the Untied Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)-backed People’s Consultative Group (PCG) members, Indira Goswami and Rebati Phukan, and the Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal and National Security Advisor M. K. Narayanan,
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The scheduled peace talks between the Untied Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)-backed People’s Consultative Group (PCG) members, Indira Goswami and Rebati Phukan, and the Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal and National Security Advisor M. K. Narayanan, was postponed till August 18, due to failure of Phukan to arrive at the venue in New Delhi on time, reports UNI.
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August - 16 
There was an encounter between cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) at Athibung area of Peren district on August 16. Further details were not a
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There was an encounter between cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) at Athibung area of Peren district on August 16. Further details were not available.
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August - 16 
Two soldiers and a woman were wounded when terrorists ambushed a patrol party of the paramilitary Central reserve Police Force (CRPF) near Kanjikullah in the Anantnag district. The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) has reportedly claimed responsibility for the
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Two soldiers and a woman were wounded when terrorists ambushed a patrol party of the paramilitary Central reserve Police Force (CRPF) near Kanjikullah in the Anantnag district. The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack.
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August - 16 
According to Daily Times, three security force personnel were injured in landmine explosions in the Balochistan province on August 16. Two soldiers, identified as Sher Dil and Manzoor, stepped over a landmine near Sui, during routine patrolling of th
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According to Daily Times, three security force personnel were injured in landmine explosions in the Balochistan province on August 16. Two soldiers, identified as Sher Dil and Manzoor, stepped over a landmine near Sui, during routine patrolling of the area, triggering a blast. Another soldier was wounded in a similar explosion in Sibbi.
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August - 16 
In the province, security forces recovered 2,000 handmade bombs, bullets and Kalashnikovs near Bhomboore.
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In the province, security forces recovered 2,000 handmade bombs, bullets and Kalashnikovs near Bhomboore.
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August - 16 
Pakistani intelligence officials say Rauf was arrested in Bahawalpur on August 9, just hours before British police detained 24 people suspected of being part of a plot to blow up passenger planes bound for the US. A phone call made by Rauf from Bahaw
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Pakistani intelligence officials say Rauf was arrested in Bahawalpur on August 9, just hours before British police detained 24 people suspected of being part of a plot to blow up passenger planes bound for the US. A phone call made by Rauf from Bahawalpur reportedly triggered the decision taken by the Pakistani, British and US intelligence agencies to launch raids to foil a conspiracy they had been monitoring since late 2005.
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August - 16 
President Pervez Musharraf has said that no foreign militant will be allowed to use Pakistan’s territory for any terrorist activity or for training for such activities, according to Daily Times. The spread of extremism in Pakistan shall not be tolera
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President Pervez Musharraf has said that no foreign militant will be allowed to use Pakistan’s territory for any terrorist activity or for training for such activities, according to Daily Times. The spread of extremism in Pakistan shall not be tolerated either, Gen. Musharraf said at the 97th Corps Commanders’ Conference at General Headquarters in Islamabad on August 16.
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August - 16 
Rashid Rauf, identified by Pakistan as a key player in the failed plot to blow up transatlantic airliners in London, was a member of the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group before he joined Al Qaeda, a senior group member said on August 16, accordi
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Rashid Rauf, identified by Pakistan as a key player in the failed plot to blow up transatlantic airliners in London, was a member of the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group before he joined Al Qaeda, a senior group member said on August 16, according to Dawn. The father of Maulana Masood Azhar, chief of the JeM, told Reuters that Rauf left the movement to join rivals more interested in Al Qaeda’s anti-Western message. “He was member of our group but later he deserted and joined our rivals,” Hafiz Allah Bukhsh said at the JeM headquarters in Bahawalpur. “Our cause is Kashmir, while their main cause is Afghanistan. They are anti-American but we are not,” Bukhsh told Reuters.
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August - 16 
Rauf, whose family moved to Britain when he was a young child, returned to Pakistan in 2002 after his uncle was allegedly stabbed to death in Birmingham. In Bahawalpur, Rauf was known as Mohammad Khalid, according to residents who attended his weddin
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Rauf, whose family moved to Britain when he was a young child, returned to Pakistan in 2002 after his uncle was allegedly stabbed to death in Birmingham. In Bahawalpur, Rauf was known as Mohammad Khalid, according to residents who attended his wedding around three years ago.
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August - 16 
A gun battle occurred between the Maoists and cadres of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM) in Itatar VDC of Siraha district on August 16. There were no reports of casualty on both sides. However, the Maoists have reportedly captured a JTMM cad
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A gun battle occurred between the Maoists and cadres of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM) in Itatar VDC of Siraha district on August 16. There were no reports of casualty on both sides. However, the Maoists have reportedly captured a JTMM cadre, Ram Bilash Yadav, after the clash.
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August - 16 
Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala stated that the dissolution of the present parliament and formation of the interim government would begin only after settling the issue of arms management of the Maoists. Talking to the media in his hometown Birat
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Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala stated that the dissolution of the present parliament and formation of the interim government would begin only after settling the issue of arms management of the Maoists. Talking to the media in his hometown Biratnagar on August 16, Koirala said the Maoists would get a seat in the interim government only after their arms are managed. “While the Maoists depend on weapons as their source of power, the parliament is the source of power for the government. The House of Representatives cannot be dissolved unless Maoists’ arms are managed,” Koirala said. He revealed that the arms management issue was delaying the peace process and the drafting of interim constitution.
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August - 16 
Reacting to Koirala’s remarks on the arms management and peace process, member of the Maoist talks team, Dina Nath Sharma, said, “The main issue is not arms management. It is how fast we can get rid of monarchy.” He said separating arms from fighters
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Reacting to Koirala’s remarks on the arms management and peace process, member of the Maoist talks team, Dina Nath Sharma, said, “The main issue is not arms management. It is how fast we can get rid of monarchy.” He said separating arms from fighters would not affect their strength since they knew how to get arms again. “So it is wrong to assume that separating arms will in any way resolve the problem,” he added.
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August - 16 
Two Indian tourists, Lucky Singh and Rajeev Kumar, who were abducted by the Maoists have been released and handed over to the Indian authorities at the Banbasa border in NainiTal district of Uttaranchal on August 16.
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Two Indian tourists, Lucky Singh and Rajeev Kumar, who were abducted by the Maoists have been released and handed over to the Indian authorities at the Banbasa border in NainiTal district of Uttaranchal on August 16.
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August - 16 
A one and a half year-old infant, identified as Nilushan, the son of a former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadre Nimalan, was killed in LTTE firing on August 16 in the Sittandi area of Batticaloa district. Nimalan and his wife were also in
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A one and a half year-old infant, identified as Nilushan, the son of a former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadre Nimalan, was killed in LTTE firing on August 16 in the Sittandi area of Batticaloa district. Nimalan and his wife were also injured in the incident.
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August - 16 
According to reports, Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets took two more identified LTTE targets in the Iranamadu area of Kilinochchi district as troops held their defences in Muhamalai and Kilaly area of Jaffna district. A spokesperson for the Media Cent
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According to reports, Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets took two more identified LTTE targets in the Iranamadu area of Kilinochchi district as troops held their defences in Muhamalai and Kilaly area of Jaffna district. A spokesperson for the Media Centre for National Security told Daily News, "So far there is no feedback about the damages caused to the LTTE targets," adding, that troops are conducting search and clear operations in the Muhamalai FDL as LTTE artillery fire towards the FDL abated by August 16-morning. He added, "Troops are poised to go ahead of the FDL in Muhamalai and take LTTE positions if the LTTE continues with its attacks."
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August - 16 
Norway's peace envoy to Sri Lanka, Jon Hanssen-Bauer, urged to stop using child soldiers and said international patience with the conflict was running thin. He told Associated Press in an interview, "There are persons under 18 years of age among the
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Norway's peace envoy to Sri Lanka, Jon Hanssen-Bauer, urged to stop using child soldiers and said international patience with the conflict was running thin. He told Associated Press in an interview, "There are persons under 18 years of age among the Tigers, that is true. It is important that they stop using children and that they gradually find a way to reinsert these child soldiers, eventually, into the society." He added that battles between the Government forces and LTTE were still "limited in scope and objective," but warned, "There is a potential of civil war."
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August - 16 
On August 16, a LTTE attack directed towards the troops at the Black Bridge in Jaffna district was repulsed by troops. However, no casualties were reported in these incidents.
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On August 16, a LTTE attack directed towards the troops at the Black Bridge in Jaffna district was repulsed by troops. However, no casualties were reported in these incidents.
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August - 16 
On August 16, an elite Police unit killed three LTTE cadres who had attacked a Police patrol in the Akkaraipattu area of Ampara district.
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On August 16, an elite Police unit killed three LTTE cadres who had attacked a Police patrol in the Akkaraipattu area of Ampara district.
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August - 16 
On August 16, LTTE cadres assaulted a civilian in the Henanigala area of Polonnaruwa district. During subsequent search operation at the incident site, the Police recovered one grenade cup, one water bottle, three pieces of flexible wire, one bulb, o
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On August 16, LTTE cadres assaulted a civilian in the Henanigala area of Polonnaruwa district. During subsequent search operation at the incident site, the Police recovered one grenade cup, one water bottle, three pieces of flexible wire, one bulb, one small jacket, one mobile phone charger and one battery hidden inside a bag.
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August - 16 
President Mahinda Rajapakse stated that the Government was not engaged in a war and forces were retaliating against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) offensive to safeguard the sovereignty of the country. Addressing a gathering of media per
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President Mahinda Rajapakse stated that the Government was not engaged in a war and forces were retaliating against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) offensive to safeguard the sovereignty of the country. Addressing a gathering of media persons in Colombo on August 16, he said, "This is not a war, if this is war we would have gone on an offensive and captured territory. What we have launched is purely retaliation against the LTTE attacks. It is the duty of the Government to protect its people and its territory." He asserted that forces would not withdraw from the Jaffna peninsula as the LTTE thought the forces would withdraw in the face of onslaught launched by them.
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August - 16 
The military said after prolonged confrontation with the LTTE, troops are now consolidating their positions around the Mawilaru area in the Kallar region of Trincomalee district.
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The military said after prolonged confrontation with the LTTE, troops are now consolidating their positions around the Mawilaru area in the Kallar region of Trincomalee district.
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August - 16 
The SLAF jets also targeted LTTE-controlled area in the Jaffna district. Military spokesperson, Maj. Upali Rajapakse, said, "On and off, (the rebels) are firing artillery into government-controlled areas and we have successfully repulsed those attack
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The SLAF jets also targeted LTTE-controlled area in the Jaffna district. Military spokesperson, Maj. Upali Rajapakse, said, "On and off, (the rebels) are firing artillery into government-controlled areas and we have successfully repulsed those attacks." He said fighter jets bombed insurgent positions in an effort to aid the ground troops on the peninsula, which is controlled by the Government but surrounded by outfit territory. However, no casualties were reported till last reports came in.
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August - 16 
The Sri Lankan Army (SLA) has reported that three soldiers were killed and 15 others wounded when troops repulsed a LTTE attack in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district on August 16-night.
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The Sri Lankan Army (SLA) has reported that three soldiers were killed and 15 others wounded when troops repulsed a LTTE attack in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district on August 16-night.
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August - 16 
Troops killed at least 98 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in retaliation when the latter attacked the Forward Defence Line (FDL) in Kilaly area of Jaffna on August 16-night. “About 30 to 40 LTTE Sea Tiger boats were destroyed as they r
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Troops killed at least 98 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in retaliation when the latter attacked the Forward Defence Line (FDL) in Kilaly area of Jaffna on August 16-night. “About 30 to 40 LTTE Sea Tiger boats were destroyed as they reached the Kilaly lagoon with LTTE Sea Tigers,” the Sri Lankan military said.
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August - 16 
Two civilians were killed and another sustained injuries when LTTE cadres open fire at a tractor carrying civilians on August 16 in the Morawewa area of Ampara district.
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Two civilians were killed and another sustained injuries when LTTE cadres open fire at a tractor carrying civilians on August 16 in the Morawewa area of Ampara district.
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August - 17 
A group of four terrorists ambushed a police party and shot dead a Special Police Officer (SPO) at Sujan Post in the Doda district.
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A group of four terrorists ambushed a police party and shot dead a Special Police Officer (SPO) at Sujan Post in the Doda district.
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August - 17 
A People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, Ranjit Singh, was also arrested from Arapti Mamang Leikai in the Thoubal district.
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A People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, Ranjit Singh, was also arrested from Arapti Mamang Leikai in the Thoubal district.
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August - 17 
A team of Manipur Police arrested a Hmar National Army (HNA) cadre, Zathasung Zoute alias Sungte, from Governor Road in Imphal on August 17.
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A team of Manipur Police arrested a Hmar National Army (HNA) cadre, Zathasung Zoute alias Sungte, from Governor Road in Imphal on August 17.
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August - 17 
According to Daily Excelsior, terrorists attacked personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at three places in the capital city of Srinagar on August 17 with silencer-fitted pistols, killing two of them and inj
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According to Daily Excelsior, terrorists attacked personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at three places in the capital city of Srinagar on August 17 with silencer-fitted pistols, killing two of them and injuring two others. Sub Inspector Mohammad Jamal of Police Station Zakoora was shot dead near Hazratbal Gate of Kashmir University at 1600 hours. Earlier in the day, terrorists shot dead Head Constable Kedhar Nath Mishra and wounded Constable Akhlesh Kumar of the CRPF at the crowded Koker Bazaar in the Lalchowk area. Official sources said that half-an-hour after the first shootout at Koker Bazaar, terrorists shot at and wounded Constable Fayaz Ahmed of Police Station Shaheed Gunj at Habba Kadal. Inspector General of Police (Kashmir), S M Sahai, told reporters that a freshly inducted Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) module had carried out the attacks.
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August - 17 
Accusing the Naga Hoho, Naga Students’ Federation (NSF), Naga Mother’s Association (NMA) and Naga People’s Movement for Human Rights (NPMHR) of directly supporting the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), the National
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Accusing the Naga Hoho, Naga Students’ Federation (NSF), Naga Mother’s Association (NMA) and Naga People’s Movement for Human Rights (NPMHR) of directly supporting the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) in a press release on August 17 said that these organisations do not represent the Nagas. The release states "they should not forget that it was Th. Muivah and Isaac Swu who murdered nearly a thousand of NNC/FGN (read Naga National Council/Federal Government of Nagaland) workers accusing them to be Shillong Accordists. …If the IM (read NSCN-IM) signs an agreement for solution within Indian Union, Th. Muivah and Isak will face the same charge sheet they imposed on NNC after Shillong Accord of 1975. Same yardstick will be applied on some NGOs leaders unless they realize their mistakes and keep away from IM sell out plan".
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August - 17 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists shot dead an ex-serviceman, identified as Mukhtar Ahmed, at Wutligam in the Budgam district on August 17. Further in the Budgam district, the beheaded dead body of a craftsman, Riyaz Ahmed Mir, was recover
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists shot dead an ex-serviceman, identified as Mukhtar Ahmed, at Wutligam in the Budgam district on August 17. Further in the Budgam district, the beheaded dead body of a craftsman, Riyaz Ahmed Mir, was recovered from a deserted spot in the Beerwah-Tangmarg area. Suspected terrorists had reportedly abducted Mir from his village a day earlier.
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August - 17 
In the State, a civilian, identified as Noor Alam Khan, sustained injuries during an exchange of gunfire between terrorists and security forces at Pahalgam.
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In the State, a civilian, identified as Noor Alam Khan, sustained injuries during an exchange of gunfire between terrorists and security forces at Pahalgam.
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August - 17 
Meghalaya Home Minister, R.G. Lyngdoh, while expressing the State Government's inability to do much for the progress of peace talks with the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC), said, "The Central government will decide as to which demand of the
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Meghalaya Home Minister, R.G. Lyngdoh, while expressing the State Government's inability to do much for the progress of peace talks with the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC), said, "The Central government will decide as to which demand of the outfit should be considered," reports Shillong Times. "The State government is not in the driver's seat," mentioned the Home Minister.
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August - 17 
On August 17, a local court in Mumbai remanded two Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) activists to judicial custody till August 31 for their alleged role in unlawful activities, according to Hindustan Times. The duo, Saif Nachan and Meenadh Na
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On August 17, a local court in Mumbai remanded two Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) activists to judicial custody till August 31 for their alleged role in unlawful activities, according to Hindustan Times. The duo, Saif Nachan and Meenadh Nachan, were arrested from Padga Village in the Thane district on August 3.They are believed to be brothers of Saquib Nachan, who is facing trial in the Mulund bomb blast case of March 13, 2003.
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August - 17 
Police said Sahduli was a B. Tech holder in electronic engineering and Rafeeq was a trained teacher. The police said they recovered seditious material, including SIMI pamphlets and a book, "Mass Resistance in Kashmir-Origin, Evolution and Options". T
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Police said Sahduli was a B. Tech holder in electronic engineering and Rafeeq was a trained teacher. The police said they recovered seditious material, including SIMI pamphlets and a book, "Mass Resistance in Kashmir-Origin, Evolution and Options". The Islamic Foundation based in Leicester in the U.K published this book authored by Taheer Ameen of the Institute of Policy Studies, Islamabad. The police had earlier detained 18 suspects on August 15-morning while they were attending a meeting at the Hafi Auditorium near Panaikulam. Of these, 13 were released after questioning.
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August - 17 
Sangai Express quoting a senior Union Home Ministry official stated that the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) is suspected to be behind the grenade attack at a crowded Krishna Janmashatami celebration held at the International Society for Krishna Consc
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Sangai Express quoting a senior Union Home Ministry official stated that the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) is suspected to be behind the grenade attack at a crowded Krishna Janmashatami celebration held at the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) temple complex at Sangaiprou in Imphal on August 16, that killed five civilians. Meanwhile, Assam Tribune quoting Manipur Police investigating the incident states that there is no evidence connecting the blast to Islamist fundamentalist forces but have not ruled out possibility of their involvement.
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August - 17 
The Director General of Police (DGP) of Meghalaya, W.R. Marbaniang, justified the general alert given by him on the eve of Independence Day, asking people to be cautious against operations of Islamist militant outfits, including Al Qaeda, Lashkar-e-T
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The Director General of Police (DGP) of Meghalaya, W.R. Marbaniang, justified the general alert given by him on the eve of Independence Day, asking people to be cautious against operations of Islamist militant outfits, including Al Qaeda, Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). "Better to be safe than be sorry," the DGP said in a press briefing.
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August - 17 
The Hindu reported on August 17 that the Kerala Home Department has stepped up vigil against subversive activities in the State following the arrest of five persons, suspected to be activists of the outlawed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI),
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The Hindu reported on August 17 that the Kerala Home Department has stepped up vigil against subversive activities in the State following the arrest of five persons, suspected to be activists of the outlawed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), at Aluva on August 16. Shaduli, his brother-in-law Abdul Rafeeq, Shamaz, all hailing from Irattupettah in the Kottayam district; Ansar of Kadungaloor in Aluva and Nizamudeen of Alangadu were booked under Sections 10 and 13 (1) (b) of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act and 124 (A) of the Indian Penal Code.
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August - 17 
The Inspector General of Border Security Force (BSF) of Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur and Nagaland (AMM&N) Frontier, Jyoti Prakash Sinha, while speaking to Assam Tribune, said that Pakistani and Bangladeshi elements were ‘still’ at work to create a ‘gre
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The Inspector General of Border Security Force (BSF) of Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur and Nagaland (AMM&N) Frontier, Jyoti Prakash Sinha, while speaking to Assam Tribune, said that Pakistani and Bangladeshi elements were ‘still’ at work to create a ‘greater Bangladesh’ carved out of Assam and West Bengal. He added that the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan along with the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI) of Bangladesh is instigating youths in India to achieve their goal. The outfits involved in this nefarious design are Harkat-ul-Jehad-Al-Islami, Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) and Students’ Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), he said. While speaking about the involvement of Al Qaeda and Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), apart from ISI and DGFI, in most of the fundings for this purpose, he mentioned, “Dhubri and Tura in Meghalaya are the most difficult border areas to man because of their terrain. And this makes crossing over from India to Bangladesh and vice versa easy.”
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August - 17 
The NSCN-K on August 16 issued a ‘Quit Notice’ to the Tangkhuls in Nagaland, accusing them of being “terrorist masterminds”. The outfit said that the move would give a fresh fillip to unity efforts and paves the way for permanent peace among the Naga
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The NSCN-K on August 16 issued a ‘Quit Notice’ to the Tangkhuls in Nagaland, accusing them of being “terrorist masterminds”. The outfit said that the move would give a fresh fillip to unity efforts and paves the way for permanent peace among the Nagas. It further claimed that Nagas have borne the brunt of the cruelty of the Tangkhuls who are from Manipur.
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August - 17 
Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, two of them Pakistanis including the one who was involved in last week’s killing of a woman and her three children at Harra, Gool, were killed by the troops at Dachan in the Gool area of Udhampur district. Two
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Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, two of them Pakistanis including the one who was involved in last week’s killing of a woman and her three children at Harra, Gool, were killed by the troops at Dachan in the Gool area of Udhampur district. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the incident. One AK-56 rifle, one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), one .303 rifle, one grenade, four AK magazines with 90 rounds, one wireless set, four UBGL grenades and batteries were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 17 
An aide to the leader of the outlawed group Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) denied on August 17 that a British national arrested in Pakistan in connection with the plot to blow up US-bound airliners had ever been a member of the group, according to Dawn. “Thi
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An aide to the leader of the outlawed group Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) denied on August 17 that a British national arrested in Pakistan in connection with the plot to blow up US-bound airliners had ever been a member of the group, according to Dawn. “This individual, Rashid Rauf, was never a member of Jaish-e-Mohammad ... and was never ever close to Maulana Masood in any capacity,” said Ismail Hamza, referring to the JeM chief, Maulana Masood Azhar. Azhar’s father, Hafiz Allah Bukhsh, told Reuters on August 16 that Rauf had been a JeM member before joining a rival movement that was anti-American and more focused on Afghanistan. Hamza, a spokesman for Azhar’s family, denied that Buksh had spoken to Reuters.
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August - 17 
Five security force (SF) personnel were killed and 12 others sustained injuries in two landmine explosions in the Dera Bugti and Kohlu areas of Balochistan province on August 17-night, according to Dawn.
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Five security force (SF) personnel were killed and 12 others sustained injuries in two landmine explosions in the Dera Bugti and Kohlu areas of Balochistan province on August 17-night, according to Dawn.
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August - 17 
In the Karmo Wadh area of Kohlu, a vehicle carrying SF personnel hit a landmine killing three soldiers, Amjad Ali, Tasawar Hussain and Matloob Hussain, and wounding seven others. Further, two personnel of the Frontier Corps, Kashmir Khan Afridi and A
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In the Karmo Wadh area of Kohlu, a vehicle carrying SF personnel hit a landmine killing three soldiers, Amjad Ali, Tasawar Hussain and Matloob Hussain, and wounding seven others. Further, two personnel of the Frontier Corps, Kashmir Khan Afridi and Abdul Khaliq Afridi, were killed and five others injured when their vehicle hit a landmine in the Bhambhoor area of Dera Bugti district
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August - 17 
President Pervez Musharraf has supported Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s suggestion that India and Pakistan “institutionalise arrangements” to bring people from both sides of Kashmir closer. “None of us is in favour of their (Kashmir’s) indepe
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President Pervez Musharraf has supported Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s suggestion that India and Pakistan “institutionalise arrangements” to bring people from both sides of Kashmir closer. “None of us is in favour of their (Kashmir’s) independence,” Musharraf said in an interview to A. G. Noorani for Frontline magazine. He said that a “joint framework for self-governance” of the entire Kashmir region should be worked out as part of solution to the problem.
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August - 17 
In Dhanusha district, Maoists abducted six people on August 15-morning on charges of robbery from the north eastern Godar area. The Maoists also demanded up to 100,000 rupees from each shop in Dhulabari Bazar of Jhapa district. Reacting to this deman
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In Dhanusha district, Maoists abducted six people on August 15-morning on charges of robbery from the north eastern Godar area. The Maoists also demanded up to 100,000 rupees from each shop in Dhulabari Bazar of Jhapa district. Reacting to this demand, shopkeepers in Dhulabari closed their shops for seven hours on August 15 protesting against the Maoists' forced donation campaign. Reports added that at Chisapani in the Kailali district, the Maoists have set up barriers to collect "taxes" from vehicles and consumer items entering the region. The insurgents have set up seven ‘customs points’ throughout the district while the Nepal Government has only two.
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August - 17 
Nepal News reports that suspected Maoists killed Sushil Gyawali, a resident of Motipur VDC in the Bardiya district, on August 17. Gyawali's wife was injured when she tried to save her husband.
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Nepal News reports that suspected Maoists killed Sushil Gyawali, a resident of Motipur VDC in the Bardiya district, on August 17. Gyawali's wife was injured when she tried to save her husband.
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August - 17 
Suresh Ale Magar, a central committee member of the CPN (Maoist), said that his party was continuing local ‘people’s governments’ and parallel military force in the country and that nobody should take it otherwise. He further said that they had alrea
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Suresh Ale Magar, a central committee member of the CPN (Maoist), said that his party was continuing local ‘people’s governments’ and parallel military force in the country and that nobody should take it otherwise. He further said that they had already stopped all ‘people’s courts’ but receiving complaints in some parts of the country as per people’s aspirations.
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August - 17 
11 extremists belonging to the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), including three ‘regional commanders’, were killed and another arrested in an encounter with the police at remote Sharirvita village of Sujanagar sub-distr
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11 extremists belonging to the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), including three ‘regional commanders’, were killed and another arrested in an encounter with the police at remote Sharirvita village of Sujanagar sub-district in the Pabna district on August 17, according to Daily Star. Police sources said the encounter occurred subsequent to a police raid on a group of 50 PBCP cadres holding a secret meeting at the village. Police recovered 10 rifles and 113 bullets from the encounter site.
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August - 17 
According to Daily Star, army personnel recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition from the deep forest in Ali Kadam sub-district of Bandarban district near Myanmar border on August 17. The seized arms and ammunition include three AK47 assault rif
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According to Daily Star, army personnel recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition from the deep forest in Ali Kadam sub-district of Bandarban district near Myanmar border on August 17. The seized arms and ammunition include three AK47 assault rifles, two M16 assault rifles, two light machine guns (LMG), six sub-machine guns (SMG), one 40mm rocket launcher, 11 40mm shells, five US-made rocket launchers and five shells, 6,750 bullets, and 2,000 bullets of LMG and SMG each. The army also recovered 21 magazines of various kinds of firearms and 20 link belts. Captain Saif of the Army said "The team led by Lt Col Azimullah Bahar is still searching the area 31km off the Ali Kadam headquarters.”
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August - 17 
The ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), during a public rally in Dhaka on August 17, has claimed to have destroyed the militant network in the country. Speakers, including the BNP President and Mayor Sadeque Hossain Khoka, also claimed that Ba
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The ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), during a public rally in Dhaka on August 17, has claimed to have destroyed the militant network in the country. Speakers, including the BNP President and Mayor Sadeque Hossain Khoka, also claimed that Bangladesh is the only country where militant leaders have been captured and brought to trial. BNP Secretary General and Local Government and Rural Development Minister Abdul Mannan Bhuiyan said, "A certain quarter tried to project Bangladesh as a fundamentalist and ineffective state. But it (Bangladesh) stands firmly as an effective and democratic state." Addressing the rally, Health and Family Planning Minister and a top leader of the BNP, Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain, said, "Countries like USA and UK could not arrest any militant kingpin but we have done that."
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August - 17 
The British aid agencies working in Sri Lanka condemned the recent killing of 17 aid workers in Muttur and warned that increasing violence in the north and east of the country is threatening their Tsunami reconstruction and emergency response work.
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The British aid agencies working in Sri Lanka condemned the recent killing of 17 aid workers in Muttur and warned that increasing violence in the north and east of the country is threatening their Tsunami reconstruction and emergency response work.
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August - 17 
The dead body of a police personnel abducted and subsequently killed by LTTE cadres was recovered from the Thirukkovil area on August 17.
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The dead body of a police personnel abducted and subsequently killed by LTTE cadres was recovered from the Thirukkovil area on August 17.
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August - 17 
The European Union (EU) and United States (US) have called for an immediate end to hostilities in Sri Lanka, where a week of heavy fighting had killed more than 800 LTTE cadres and security force personnel. "The current situation is a threatening one
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The European Union (EU) and United States (US) have called for an immediate end to hostilities in Sri Lanka, where a week of heavy fighting had killed more than 800 LTTE cadres and security force personnel. "The current situation is a threatening one and we believe that the continuation of the fighting will only make the prospects for peace worse and will benefit neither side," U.S. State Department official Steven Mann told reporters after meeting with President Mahinda Rajapakse in Colombo on August 17.
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August - 17 
Three LTTE cadres surrendered to the SFs in the Welikanda area of Batticaloa district. On August 17, one LTTE cadre surrendered before the SFs in the Kadjuwatta area. One LTTE deserter surrendered to the Vavuniya Police
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Three LTTE cadres surrendered to the SFs in the Welikanda area of Batticaloa district. On August 17, one LTTE cadre surrendered before the SFs in the Kadjuwatta area. One LTTE deserter surrendered to the Vavuniya Police
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August - 18 
A team of Nagaland Police arrested two cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), Yimlong Chapa Chang and Neilietuo Mepfüo, from the Kohima village gate area of Kohima town on August 18. A pistol along with live amm
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A team of Nagaland Police arrested two cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), Yimlong Chapa Chang and Neilietuo Mepfüo, from the Kohima village gate area of Kohima town on August 18. A pistol along with live ammunition was seized from their possession.
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August - 18 
According to The Hindu, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on August 18 formally declared a cease-fire in Assam, in response to the Union Government's similar declaration made earlier on August 13. In a statement through the People's Consulta
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According to The Hindu, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on August 18 formally declared a cease-fire in Assam, in response to the Union Government's similar declaration made earlier on August 13. In a statement through the People's Consultative Group (PCG), ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa, said that the outfit would try to respect the offer in response to the people's desire for peace. The outfit, however, cautioned against any sabotage activities in the name of the outfit to scuttle the peace initiative. On holding direct talks with the Centre, Rajkhowa said that the outfit has been awaiting fulfillment of New Delhi's assurances at the third round of discussions with the PCG. The ULFA chairman also expressed the hope that the Union Government would take positive steps for the release of the arrested leaders.
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August - 18 
An over-ground worker of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Abdur Rasheed Mir, was arrested after a brief encounter with the police at Chak Cholan in the Pulwama district. Two live grenades were recovered from his possession.
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An over-ground worker of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Abdur Rasheed Mir, was arrested after a brief encounter with the police at Chak Cholan in the Pulwama district. Two live grenades were recovered from his possession.
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August - 18 
An unidentified terrorist is reported to have been killed in an encounter with troops of the Rashtriya Rifles at Chak Nowgam in the Handwara area of Kupwara district on August 18, according to Daily Excelsior.
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An unidentified terrorist is reported to have been killed in an encounter with troops of the Rashtriya Rifles at Chak Nowgam in the Handwara area of Kupwara district on August 18, according to Daily Excelsior.
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August - 18 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres attacked the Atmakur police station in Nalgonda district and killed a Sub-Inspector (SI), an Assistant SI and a home guard on August 18 night. Another police personnel was wounded in the attack. Acc
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres attacked the Atmakur police station in Nalgonda district and killed a Sub-Inspector (SI), an Assistant SI and a home guard on August 18 night. Another police personnel was wounded in the attack. According to police sources, 12 Maoists had attacked the police station situated on the main road in the administrative headquarters and after killing the police personnel, they blasted the police station. A portion of the building was damaged partially, according to unofficial reports.
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August - 18 
Constable Akhlesh Kumar, who was wounded in a terrorist attack in the capital Srinagar on August 17, is reported to have succumbed to injuries on August 18.
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Constable Akhlesh Kumar, who was wounded in a terrorist attack in the capital Srinagar on August 17, is reported to have succumbed to injuries on August 18.
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August - 18 
In the same district, police discovered a Maoist dump near Regumanigedda in the Kollapur mandal (administrative division) on August 18. Some 120 kgs of gelatine sticks, 25 kgs of rice and some revolutionary literature placed in two drums were recover
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In the same district, police discovered a Maoist dump near Regumanigedda in the Kollapur mandal (administrative division) on August 18. Some 120 kgs of gelatine sticks, 25 kgs of rice and some revolutionary literature placed in two drums were recovered.
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August - 18 
New Indian Express reports that ten suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including an ‘area commander’, were arrested from a village under the Mufassil police station of Gaya district on August 18. Police said three of them
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New Indian Express reports that ten suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including an ‘area commander’, were arrested from a village under the Mufassil police station of Gaya district on August 18. Police said three of them were hardcore Maoists and the remaining seven were arrested for sheltering them.
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August - 18 
On August 18, representatives of the Union Government held negotiations with the PCG members, Indira Goswami and Rebati Phukan, in New Delhi, according to Press Trust of India. The National Security Advisor M. K. Narayanan and the Union Home Secretar
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On August 18, representatives of the Union Government held negotiations with the PCG members, Indira Goswami and Rebati Phukan, in New Delhi, according to Press Trust of India. The National Security Advisor M. K. Narayanan and the Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal, who represented the Union Government in the peace talks, said, “It was a good meeting. It was held on positive lines and we have decided to meet again after a few days.”
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August - 18 
On August 18, two cadres of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) were arrested from the Wardha district on suspicion of their alleged involvement in terrorist activities, according to Hindustan Times. Police sources said that while Waqar Bai
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On August 18, two cadres of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) were arrested from the Wardha district on suspicion of their alleged involvement in terrorist activities, according to Hindustan Times. Police sources said that while Waqar Baig Yusuf Baig was arrested from Mahadeopura in Wardha city, Jitaullah Rehman Mehmood Khan was arrested from Kazipur in the textile township of Hinganghat. Both were produced before a local court which remanded them to police custody till August 22.
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August - 18 
Police personnel conducted raids on bookstalls in Kozhikode to trace suspected SIMI activists in the region. The raids are being conducted on the basis of information extracted from one of the arrested activists that some documents related to the SIM
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Police personnel conducted raids on bookstalls in Kozhikode to trace suspected SIMI activists in the region. The raids are being conducted on the basis of information extracted from one of the arrested activists that some documents related to the SIMI, illegal maps of India and many books containing anti-national writings are being distributed in Kerala through various bookstalls in Malabar, after being transported to Kozhikode from Pakistan via Middle East.
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August - 18 
The Karbi Longri North Cachar Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF) has reportedly decided to initiate peace talks with the Union Government, reports Assam Tribune.
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The Karbi Longri North Cachar Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF) has reportedly decided to initiate peace talks with the Union Government, reports Assam Tribune.
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August - 18 
The United National Liberation Front (UNLF) produced one of its former cadre, Moiranthem Tomchou alias Chingkhong, before media persons somewhere in the Bishnupur district on August 18 for his alleged involvement in extortion from general public in t
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The United National Liberation Front (UNLF) produced one of its former cadre, Moiranthem Tomchou alias Chingkhong, before media persons somewhere in the Bishnupur district on August 18 for his alleged involvement in extortion from general public in the name of the outfit.
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August - 18 
There was an exchange of fire between Maoists and police near Appayapalli village in Lingala mandal of Mahbubnagar district on August 18 evening. No casualties were reported in the incident.
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There was an exchange of fire between Maoists and police near Appayapalli village in Lingala mandal of Mahbubnagar district on August 18 evening. No casualties were reported in the incident.
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August - 18 
An intelligence agency has handed over six suspects, belonging to the proscribed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), to police in connection with the March 2, 2006-suicide attack outside the US consulate in Karachi, according to Dawn. “We have made progress in t
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An intelligence agency has handed over six suspects, belonging to the proscribed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), to police in connection with the March 2, 2006-suicide attack outside the US consulate in Karachi, according to Dawn. “We have made progress in the US consulate suicide blast case and arrested six suspects,” said an unnamed police official. Four people, including an American diplomat, were killed and 17 others injured when a car bomb exploded near the US consulate in Karachi on the morning of March 2.
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August - 18 
Kantipur reports that a minor who was kidnapped by the Maoists three weeks ago from Prithvi Narayan Municipality in Gorkha district escaped from Maoist detention and arrived home on August 18. Mamta Dawadi, a 12-year-old girl, was kidnapped by the in
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Kantipur reports that a minor who was kidnapped by the Maoists three weeks ago from Prithvi Narayan Municipality in Gorkha district escaped from Maoist detention and arrived home on August 18. Mamta Dawadi, a 12-year-old girl, was kidnapped by the insurgents on July 27 from her house in the municipality. She was reportedly kidnapped to be recruited in the Maoist army.
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August - 18 
On August 18, Home Minister Krishna Prasad Sitaula said the Maoists were working out a model for keeping their combatants inside the barracks or a specified area. He told the Dialogue Process Monitoring Parliamentary Special Committee that the insurg
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On August 18, Home Minister Krishna Prasad Sitaula said the Maoists were working out a model for keeping their combatants inside the barracks or a specified area. He told the Dialogue Process Monitoring Parliamentary Special Committee that the insurgents would soon provide the model to the Government. According to him, the Interim Constitution Drafting Committee will submit the interim constitution’s draft to the Government by August 26.
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August - 18 
The Maoists detained, on August 18, the Chief District Officer (CDO) of Bara district, a dozen journalists and half a dozen security officials for three hours and then released them. The Maoists took them under their control from Tawoli area of Laxmi
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The Maoists detained, on August 18, the Chief District Officer (CDO) of Bara district, a dozen journalists and half a dozen security officials for three hours and then released them. The Maoists took them under their control from Tawoli area of Laxmipur village, as the CDO and others had gone there to inspect a dam being constructed over the local Jamun River.
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August - 18 
Police on August 18 arrested four members of the Hizb-ut Tawhid at Banaripara sub-district of Barisal while they were distributing leaflets and books on Jihad, according to Daily Star. The arrested cadres were identified as Motaleb Hawlader, Abul Hos
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Police on August 18 arrested four members of the Hizb-ut Tawhid at Banaripara sub-district of Barisal while they were distributing leaflets and books on Jihad, according to Daily Star. The arrested cadres were identified as Motaleb Hawlader, Abul Hossain Sikder, Masud Ahmed and Abu Hassan Hawlader. All of them hail from Uzirpur sub-district. Police sources said one of the four arrested, Abu Hassan Hawlader was arrested after the August 17, 2005 serial blasts and later released on bail.
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August - 18 
A day earlier, four SF personnel and two civilians received injuries in a LTTE grenade attack on an Army checkpoint in the Trincomalee town. One more soldier was injured during confrontations with the LTTE when the outfit cadres reportedly attempted
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A day earlier, four SF personnel and two civilians received injuries in a LTTE grenade attack on an Army checkpoint in the Trincomalee town. One more soldier was injured during confrontations with the LTTE when the outfit cadres reportedly attempted to reach the Forward Defence Line across the lagoon area in the Poonarin region of Jaffna district.
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August - 18 
Five civilians were injured when LTTE-artillery fire targeting troops fell in populated areas of Kodikamam and Maseri in the Jaffna district on August 18.
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Five civilians were injured when LTTE-artillery fire targeting troops fell in populated areas of Kodikamam and Maseri in the Jaffna district on August 18.
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August - 18 
Iceland on August 18 announced that it would increase the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission’s (SLMM) Icelandic contingent from the existing 4 to 10. The decision comes in the wake of Norway’s decision to increase its SLMM contingent from 16 to 20. As repo
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Iceland on August 18 announced that it would increase the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission’s (SLMM) Icelandic contingent from the existing 4 to 10. The decision comes in the wake of Norway’s decision to increase its SLMM contingent from 16 to 20. As reported earlier, the European Union member countries of the SLMM – Denmark, Finland and Sweden – will pull out of the country on September 1 in keeping with the LTTE directives. Meanwhile, the SLMM said that the name of its new head of mission will be announced this week.
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August - 18 
On August 18, one police personnel was shot dead by LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres in the Pompaimadu area of Vavuniya district.
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On August 18, one police personnel was shot dead by LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres in the Pompaimadu area of Vavuniya district.
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August - 18 
On the same day, the burnt-dead body of a person was recovered closer to the LTTE political office in the Kokuvil area of Jaffna district
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On the same day, the burnt-dead body of a person was recovered closer to the LTTE political office in the Kokuvil area of Jaffna district
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August - 18 
President Mahinda Rajapakse emphasised to the United Nations (UN) Secretary General Kofi Annan that the Sri Lankan Government is committed to peace in the country and the doors are still open for talks to negotiate a political settlement. The Preside
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President Mahinda Rajapakse emphasised to the United Nations (UN) Secretary General Kofi Annan that the Sri Lankan Government is committed to peace in the country and the doors are still open for talks to negotiate a political settlement. The President made this statement during a telephone conversation with the UN Secretary General on August 16, states a press release issued by the Office of the President.
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August - 18 
Security forces (SFs) on August 18 reportedly foiled an attempt by the LTTE to abduct 50 child inmates from the Revatha Children’s Home in Trincomalee. Three SF personnel and a home guard sustained injuries in the exchange of fire.
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Security forces (SFs) on August 18 reportedly foiled an attempt by the LTTE to abduct 50 child inmates from the Revatha Children’s Home in Trincomalee. Three SF personnel and a home guard sustained injuries in the exchange of fire.
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August - 18 
The Government announced that it will extend all facilities for medical treatment to injured Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres on humanitarian grounds. Issuing a statement on August 18, the Information Department quoting President Rajapa
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The Government announced that it will extend all facilities for medical treatment to injured Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres on humanitarian grounds. Issuing a statement on August 18, the Information Department quoting President Rajapakse said, “Despite the fact that the LTTE has launched attacks on the troops, the government will assist the injured LTTE cadres to get medical treatment on humanitarian grounds.”
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August - 18 
The LTTE Peace Secretariat claimed that at least 141 ethnic Tamil civilians have been killed in SLAF air attacks and Army shelling since August 8. The list of civilian casualties carried on its Website included 15 Tamils killed in an air strike on th
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The LTTE Peace Secretariat claimed that at least 141 ethnic Tamil civilians have been killed in SLAF air attacks and Army shelling since August 8. The list of civilian casualties carried on its Website included 15 Tamils killed in an air strike on the St Philip Neri church in Allaipiddy in the Jaffna Peninsula and 55 killed in air strike on a school camp in the Mullaitivu district. The website said the total did not include the killing of 17 workers for the international aid group, Action Against Hunger, in the Trincomalee district on August 5.
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August - 18 
The Media Centre for National Security said that SFs opened the Omanthai entry-exit point on the Jaffna Kandy A-9 highway to facilitate the transportation of essential items to uncleared areas (areas not under government control) in the Killinochchi
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The Media Centre for National Security said that SFs opened the Omanthai entry-exit point on the Jaffna Kandy A-9 highway to facilitate the transportation of essential items to uncleared areas (areas not under government control) in the Killinochchi and Mullaitivu districts.
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August - 18 
The Sri Lanka Air Force bombed a previously well-identified Sea-Tiger boat yard at Thalayadi in the Trincomalee district causing destruction to many cadres of the outfit and damaging an unspecified number of their boats.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force bombed a previously well-identified Sea-Tiger boat yard at Thalayadi in the Trincomalee district causing destruction to many cadres of the outfit and damaging an unspecified number of their boats.
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August - 18 
The United States (US) demanded an immediate cessation of the hostilities in Sri Lanka as they see the current situation as "a threatening one". Visiting US Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Steven Man
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The United States (US) demanded an immediate cessation of the hostilities in Sri Lanka as they see the current situation as "a threatening one". Visiting US Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Steven Mann, told the media, “The United States is deeply concerned about the fighting in the recent past. The current situation is a threatening one. We believe that the continued fighting will only make the prospects for peace worse and would benefit neither party.”
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August - 18 
Two Sri Lanka Navy personnel who sustained injuries due to LTTE firing at Salliya Sambalathivu in the Trincomalee district succumbed to their injuries later.
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Two Sri Lanka Navy personnel who sustained injuries due to LTTE firing at Salliya Sambalathivu in the Trincomalee district succumbed to their injuries later.
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August - 18 
Two youths were reportedly abducted by LTTE cadres from the Ampara district. Elsewhere, LTTE cadres abducted a Grama Seva Niladhari (local village official) from the Kalmunai area. Meanwhile, the Eravur Police in the Batticaloa district received comp
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Two youths were reportedly abducted by LTTE cadres from the Ampara district. Elsewhere, LTTE cadres abducted a Grama Seva Niladhari (local village official) from the Kalmunai area. Meanwhile, the Eravur Police in the Batticaloa district received complaints that the LTTE have abducted three youths from the area on August 14.
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August - 19 
A ‘Local Guerilla Squad (LGS) commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and two dalam (squad) members surrendered before the Police in Karimnagar district on August 19. They were identified as ‘Maddilamma LGS commander’ Polagani
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A ‘Local Guerilla Squad (LGS) commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and two dalam (squad) members surrendered before the Police in Karimnagar district on August 19. They were identified as ‘Maddilamma LGS commander’ Polagani Komuraiah alias Ramanna, Vennam Ramesh alias Mallikarjun and Bouthu Laxmaiah alias Ranjeeth
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August - 19 
Daily Excelsior reports that while one Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist has been killed by security forces in a fierce gunbattle at Rainipora in Shopian area on August 19, two more are believed to be trapped.
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Daily Excelsior reports that while one Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist has been killed by security forces in a fierce gunbattle at Rainipora in Shopian area on August 19, two more are believed to be trapped.
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August - 19 
On August 19, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) denied that it had declared a unilateral cease-fire, according to Daily News & Analysis. In a statement to the local media, the outfit’s ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa said that the ULFA would ex
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On August 19, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) denied that it had declared a unilateral cease-fire, according to Daily News & Analysis. In a statement to the local media, the outfit’s ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa said that the ULFA would exercise ‘restraint’ in response to the Union Government’s suspension of security operations against its cadres. Rajkhowa said, “We will exercise restraint in response to the government's announcement to suspend operation and we will try our best to maintain our restraint.” He also urged all concerned “not to create confusion by quoting statements not made by the ULFA on serious issues concerning the people.”
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August - 19 
Security forces arrested a LeT overground worker from Pulwama town Bus Stand and recovered two hand-grenades from his possession.
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Security forces arrested a LeT overground worker from Pulwama town Bus Stand and recovered two hand-grenades from his possession.
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August - 19 
A civilian, identified as Suriyapalan Mauran, was shot by LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres in the Nallur area.
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A civilian, identified as Suriyapalan Mauran, was shot by LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres in the Nallur area.
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August - 19 
A day earlier, a soldier was injured in an exchange of fire between troops and LTTE cadres in the Kinniady area of Batticaloa district. Elsewhere, troops retaliated LTTE fire in the Vavunathivu area. However, no casualties were reported in the firing
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A day earlier, a soldier was injured in an exchange of fire between troops and LTTE cadres in the Kinniady area of Batticaloa district. Elsewhere, troops retaliated LTTE fire in the Vavunathivu area. However, no casualties were reported in the firing.
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August - 19 
According to the pro-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) website Tamil Net, three civilians were shot dead by unidentified assailants in separate incidents in the Jaffna district on August 19. A civilian, Nageswaran Mayoorathan, was shot by unide
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According to the pro-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) website Tamil Net, three civilians were shot dead by unidentified assailants in separate incidents in the Jaffna district on August 19. A civilian, Nageswaran Mayoorathan, was shot by unidentified assailants in the Aanaikoddai area. Separately, unidentified assailants shot dead another civilian, Balasubramanium Raju, in the Koddady area. Another unidentified civilian was shot dead by assailants at Kasthuriyar road near Jaffna Hindu College.
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August - 19 
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets destroyed a LTTE sea base in the same district in an overnight air strike, killing an unspecified number of outfit cadres. Many boats were destroyed in the raid on the yard where the LTTE was reportedly building bo
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The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets destroyed a LTTE sea base in the same district in an overnight air strike, killing an unspecified number of outfit cadres. Many boats were destroyed in the raid on the yard where the LTTE was reportedly building boats to launch sea borne attacks on security forces. However, the pro LTTE-website Tamil Net alleged that four civilians were wounded when at least four bombs were dropped on a civilian boat-building yard.
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August - 19 
The Sri Lankan Military stated on August 19 that more than 80 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed during two days of intermittent artillery fire near security forces Forward Defence Line in the Muhammalai area of Jaffna peninsu
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The Sri Lankan Military stated on August 19 that more than 80 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed during two days of intermittent artillery fire near security forces Forward Defence Line in the Muhammalai area of Jaffna peninsula. At least 10 soldiers were killed and more than a dozen were wounded by LTTE cadres when the troops were in the process of recovering the dead cadres, sources said.
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August - 20 
A Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre, Chongtham Ratan Meitei, was arrested from Nongren Mayai Leikai, in the Imphal East district.
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A Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre, Chongtham Ratan Meitei, was arrested from Nongren Mayai Leikai, in the Imphal East district.
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August - 20 
According to Daily Excelsior, Punjab Police arrested three terrorists from a police barrier at Madhopur in the Gurdaspur district near Jammu and Kashmir border and recovered arms and ammunition along with fake currency. Senior Superintendent of Polic
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According to Daily Excelsior, Punjab Police arrested three terrorists from a police barrier at Madhopur in the Gurdaspur district near Jammu and Kashmir border and recovered arms and ammunition along with fake currency. Senior Superintendent of Police, Paramjit Singh Umranangal, said that the terrorists have been identified as Jahagir, Jahir and Israr Ahmed, all residents of Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir. Police recovered two AK 47 rifles, a revolver and a pistol, four-and-a half kg of explosives, four magazines of AK 47 rifle, 106 cartridges, five detonators and Rs 1.05 lakh in fake currency from their possession. The three are believed to be affiliated to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM).
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An All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) collaborator, Sarnakumar Debbarma, was killed by cadres of the outfit at his residence in village Shankhola under Kalyanpur police station in Khowai subdivision of West Tripura district on August 20-night, according
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An All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) collaborator, Sarnakumar Debbarma, was killed by cadres of the outfit at his residence in village Shankhola under Kalyanpur police station in Khowai subdivision of West Tripura district on August 20-night, according to Tripurainfo. The militants abducted the slain collaborator’s two sons, including one identified as Falendra Debbarma, and his brother Sailendra Debbarma, a former collaborator of the outfit. While Falendra Debbarma was released, the dead body of Sailendra Debbarma was recovered by police personnel from a forest nearby the village on August 21-morning.
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August - 20 
An internecine clash among Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) cadres belonging to the Jewel Garlossa faction was reported from Lanfer village under Kheroni police station in the Hamren sub-division of Karbi Anglong district on August 20-morning. According to UN
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An internecine clash among Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) cadres belonging to the Jewel Garlossa faction was reported from Lanfer village under Kheroni police station in the Hamren sub-division of Karbi Anglong district on August 20-morning. According to UNI, the encounter followed the escape of five cadres of the outfit from its camp in North Cachar Hills. However, no casualty was reported from the incident site thus far.
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August - 20 
In the Kishtwar town of Doda district, terrorists reportedly wounded a police constable posted in the guard of Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police (13 battalion) and also snatched an Insas rifle from him.
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In the Kishtwar town of Doda district, terrorists reportedly wounded a police constable posted in the guard of Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police (13 battalion) and also snatched an Insas rifle from him.
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August - 20 
Police arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Angomjambam Lokhon Meitei alias Amarjit, during a search operation at Lairenkabi Mamang Leikai in the Imphal East district.
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Police arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Angomjambam Lokhon Meitei alias Amarjit, during a search operation at Lairenkabi Mamang Leikai in the Imphal East district.
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August - 20 
Sangai Express quoting official sources states that at least two civilians were killed while four others sustained injuries when a group of Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA) cadres opened fire towards a crowded church targeting a patrol party of the Assa
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Sangai Express quoting official sources states that at least two civilians were killed while four others sustained injuries when a group of Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA) cadres opened fire towards a crowded church targeting a patrol party of the Assam Rifles at Vengnuom in the Churachandpur district on August 20.
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August - 20 
Security force (SF) personnel arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Konthoujam Sanjoy alias Longthone, from a spot between Angtha and Wangkhem in the Thoubal district.
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Security force (SF) personnel arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Konthoujam Sanjoy alias Longthone, from a spot between Angtha and Wangkhem in the Thoubal district.
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August - 20 
Security forces on August 20 foiled an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) at Darjani Gali in the Poonch district killing one terrorist while two others reportedly retrieved to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), according to Daily Excelsi
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Security forces on August 20 foiled an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) at Darjani Gali in the Poonch district killing one terrorist while two others reportedly retrieved to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), according to Daily Excelsior. Two security force (SF) personnel were injured in the incident. One AK-47 rifle, one .22 telescopic rifle and one grenade were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 20 
SFs seized two vehicles used by some unidentified militants from Kelthelmanbi in the Senapati district. The militants, however, managed to escape.
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SFs seized two vehicles used by some unidentified militants from Kelthelmanbi in the Senapati district. The militants, however, managed to escape.
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August - 20 
Strongly condemning the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) diktat to the Tangkhul community to leave Nagaland, the NSCN-IM termed it as an act of “befooling themselves.” In a statement made available to the local media on Augu
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Strongly condemning the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) diktat to the Tangkhul community to leave Nagaland, the NSCN-IM termed it as an act of “befooling themselves.” In a statement made available to the local media on August 20, the NSCN-IM said that the NSCN-K is trying to rake up an issue but any issue that aims to fragment the Nagas will never succeed.
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August - 20 
The Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) and the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) have denied their involvement in the grenade attack at the ISKCON temple in Imphal on August 16 that killed five persons.
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The Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) and the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) have denied their involvement in the grenade attack at the ISKCON temple in Imphal on August 16 that killed five persons.
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August - 20 
Unidentified militants lobbed a hand grenade at the private residence of one, Mohammad Abdul Hekin, at Santhel Mamang Leikai under Mayang Imphal police station jurisdiction in the Imphal West district. The grenade however failed to explode.
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Unidentified militants lobbed a hand grenade at the private residence of one, Mohammad Abdul Hekin, at Santhel Mamang Leikai under Mayang Imphal police station jurisdiction in the Imphal West district. The grenade however failed to explode.
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August - 20 
With the death of one more terrorist, the overnight gun-battle at Rainipora in the Shopian area of Pulwama district has ended. Official sources said that the terrorist who was killed on August 20-night was identified as Bilal Ahmed Ganai of the Lashk
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With the death of one more terrorist, the overnight gun-battle at Rainipora in the Shopian area of Pulwama district has ended. Official sources said that the terrorist who was killed on August 20-night was identified as Bilal Ahmed Ganai of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit. Sources added that Bilal was among the five terrorists who had beheaded a 17-year-old student of Chak Kachdora in July 2006.
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August - 20 
Gas supply to the Sui purification plant from the Loti gas filed was suspended when a pipeline was blown up in the Dera Bugti district of Balochistan province on August 20, according to Dawn. Sources said that the pipeline supplying gas to the Sui pl
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Gas supply to the Sui purification plant from the Loti gas filed was suspended when a pipeline was blown up in the Dera Bugti district of Balochistan province on August 20, according to Dawn. Sources said that the pipeline supplying gas to the Sui plant from well No-6 in Loti gas field area had been damaged.
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August - 20 
The police arrested four suspected terrorists, including a former Taliban ‘commander’, in a raid on Punjpai refugee camp on August 20, Daily Times reported.
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The police arrested four suspected terrorists, including a former Taliban ‘commander’, in a raid on Punjpai refugee camp on August 20, Daily Times reported.
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August - 20 
Kantipur reports that at Bhairahawa, Maoists disrupted a religious function, organized by Shiva Sena Nepal, a pro-Hindu organization, terming it a ploy to re-establish monarchy.
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Kantipur reports that at Bhairahawa, Maoists disrupted a religious function, organized by Shiva Sena Nepal, a pro-Hindu organization, terming it a ploy to re-establish monarchy.
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August - 20 
On August 20, Maoists killed a Nepali Congress activist, Dip Narayan Yadav, in Dhanusha district. Maoists had reportedly abducted Yadav from his house at Barmajhiya in Dhanusha district on August 5 after accusing him of being involved in the killing
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On August 20, Maoists killed a Nepali Congress activist, Dip Narayan Yadav, in Dhanusha district. Maoists had reportedly abducted Yadav from his house at Barmajhiya in Dhanusha district on August 5 after accusing him of being involved in the killing of one of their leaders Ram Brikshya Yadav.
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August - 20 
A Bogra Court on August 20 sentenced two leaders of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) to 10 years rigorous imprisonment and fined each Taka 50 thousand, according to Daily Star. The cadres were identified as Saiful Islam of Ghorapara and his
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A Bogra Court on August 20 sentenced two leaders of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) to 10 years rigorous imprisonment and fined each Taka 50 thousand, according to Daily Star. The cadres were identified as Saiful Islam of Ghorapara and his associate Waliullah alias Abdul Hamid of Joshoribhoja village of Bholahat, Chapainawabganj. Saiful Islam is presently in the Bogra Jail while Waliullah is absconding.
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August - 20 
According to Daily Star, militants of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) have managed to regroup in the Islampur-Bakal area of Satkhira district. Recently, they were involved in two attacks on Rawshan Ali, a key witness of an August 17, 2005 s
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According to Daily Star, militants of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) have managed to regroup in the Islampur-Bakal area of Satkhira district. Recently, they were involved in two attacks on Rawshan Ali, a key witness of an August 17, 2005 serial blasts case, at Islampur in the Sadar sub-district. JMB militants have also reportedly filed a case against Ali accusing him of extortion. The witness had identified JMB activist Nasir Uddin Dafadar, who blasted a bomb on August 17, 2005 in the Satkhira court premises. Ali had also helped the police arrest other JMB militants following the attacks.
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August - 20 
According to Daily Star, the Harkat-ul Jihad al Islami (HuJI) held a meeting in capital Dhaka on August 18 under the banner of Sachetan Islami Janata at the north gate of the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque. The government, however, has claimed ignor
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According to Daily Star, the Harkat-ul Jihad al Islami (HuJI) held a meeting in capital Dhaka on August 18 under the banner of Sachetan Islami Janata at the north gate of the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque. The government, however, has claimed ignorance about the meeting. State Minister for Home Affairs Lutfozzaman Babar said on August 20 that he learnt about the meeting from newspaper reports on August 19. Babar further said that there is no necessity of taking any new action against HuJI. "We have already banned the organisation and we will go for immediate action upon getting any information," he said.
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August - 20 
On August 20, police arrested a Jamaat-e-Islami leader, Kabirul Islam, at Alipur Dhalipara village in the Satkhira district, according to Daily Star. A shutter gun was recovered from a shop owned by him.
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On August 20, police arrested a Jamaat-e-Islami leader, Kabirul Islam, at Alipur Dhalipara village in the Satkhira district, according to Daily Star. A shutter gun was recovered from a shop owned by him.
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August - 20 
Armed men allegedly burnt down the warehouse of a Tamil-language newspaper, Uthayan in the Jaffna district.
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Armed men allegedly burnt down the warehouse of a Tamil-language newspaper, Uthayan in the Jaffna district.
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August - 20 
On August 20, unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Joseph Sabraj, near Post Office Junction in the Trincomalee town. Elsewhere, unidentified civilians shot dead a Tamil trader, Vasthiampillai Arul, in the Grand Bazaar area of t
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On August 20, unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Joseph Sabraj, near Post Office Junction in the Trincomalee town. Elsewhere, unidentified civilians shot dead a Tamil trader, Vasthiampillai Arul, in the Grand Bazaar area of the same town, according to Tamil Net.
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August - 20 
One police personnel was injured in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion targeting police personnel on duty at Salambakulam in the Vavuniya district on August 20.
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One police personnel was injured in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion targeting police personnel on duty at Salambakulam in the Vavuniya district on August 20.
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August - 20 
Suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) gunmen shot dead former Tamil Parliamentarian, Sinnathamby Sivamaharajah, at his temporary residence in Tellippalai on August 20. He was a former Member of Parliament of the Tamil United Liberation Fr
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Suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) gunmen shot dead former Tamil Parliamentarian, Sinnathamby Sivamaharajah, at his temporary residence in Tellippalai on August 20. He was a former Member of Parliament of the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) now headed by V. Anandasangaree, a leading critic of the LTTE.
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August - 20 
The Government arranged immediate humanitarian assistance to the internally displaced in the Jaffna peninsula in the wake of the conflict situation. A vessel carrying 3,800 tons of essential food items under the International Committee of the Red Cro
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The Government arranged immediate humanitarian assistance to the internally displaced in the Jaffna peninsula in the wake of the conflict situation. A vessel carrying 3,800 tons of essential food items under the International Committee of the Red Cross flag was dispatched from Colombo to be distributed through the Government Agent in Jaffna.
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August - 21 
A cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, identified as Anzeer Shah alias Abu Yasin, was shot dead by the police at Masree Nullah in the Bhadarwah area of Doda district on August 21, according to Daily Excelsior. His associate, however, managed to
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A cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, identified as Anzeer Shah alias Abu Yasin, was shot dead by the police at Masree Nullah in the Bhadarwah area of Doda district on August 21, according to Daily Excelsior. His associate, however, managed to escape from the incident site, from where the police recovered one AK rifle, one magazine, five rounds and one pouch.
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August - 21 
A gun battle ensued between rival cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) at Old Mandiu under Tousem subdivision in the Tamenglong district on Aug
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A gun battle ensued between rival cadres of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) at Old Mandiu under Tousem subdivision in the Tamenglong district on August 21. However, no casualties were reported.
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August - 21 
A Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre, Ningombam Ramo alias Rameshwar, was arrested from Khongman Mangjil in the Imphal East district.
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A Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre, Ningombam Ramo alias Rameshwar, was arrested from Khongman Mangjil in the Imphal East district.
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August - 21 
A team of Manipur Police arrested two Kuki National Front (KNF) cadres, Moirangthem Sachindra alias Boicha and Akoijam Sunil Kumar alias Nanao, from Ningomthongjao in the Imphal West district on August 21.
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A team of Manipur Police arrested two Kuki National Front (KNF) cadres, Moirangthem Sachindra alias Boicha and Akoijam Sunil Kumar alias Nanao, from Ningomthongjao in the Imphal West district on August 21.
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August - 21 
An oil depot owned by the Indian Oil Corporation in Imphal have closed down for the last ten days, following the monetary demand of INR 5 million by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland –Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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An oil depot owned by the Indian Oil Corporation in Imphal have closed down for the last ten days, following the monetary demand of INR 5 million by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland –Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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August - 21 
Imphal Free Press reports that seven Kuki militant outfits have joined together under an umbrella organisation called the United People’s Front (UPF) on August 21.
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Imphal Free Press reports that seven Kuki militant outfits have joined together under an umbrella organisation called the United People’s Front (UPF) on August 21.
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August - 21 
In another incident, terrorists shot dead an employee of the Public Health Engineering Department, Abdul Rashid Mir, near his house at Sriwarpora Pattan in the Baramulla district.
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In another incident, terrorists shot dead an employee of the Public Health Engineering Department, Abdul Rashid Mir, near his house at Sriwarpora Pattan in the Baramulla district.
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August - 21 
In the State, security forces recovered a consignment of explosives and ration, including 10 kg RDX, five grenades, five AK rounds and six quintals of ration, from a hideout of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) at Sikri Top in the Doda district. Security f
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In the State, security forces recovered a consignment of explosives and ration, including 10 kg RDX, five grenades, five AK rounds and six quintals of ration, from a hideout of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) at Sikri Top in the Doda district. Security force personnel also seized four pistols, eight magazines, 14 rounds of ammunition and 15 hand grenades at Nallah Base Dullanja in the jurisdiction of Uri Police Station in Baramulla district.
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August - 21 
One National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, Akam Yimchunger, was killed during a gun battle with cadres of the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) at Longkhim in the Tuensang district on Augu
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One National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, Akam Yimchunger, was killed during a gun battle with cadres of the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) at Longkhim in the Tuensang district on August 21.
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August - 21 
Police arrested a LeT cadre from Wanigam Payeen in Baramulla along with one AK rifle, four magazines, one wireless set, one antenna, three remote controls of improvised explosive devices, three detonators, three matrix sheets and some incriminating d
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Police arrested a LeT cadre from Wanigam Payeen in Baramulla along with one AK rifle, four magazines, one wireless set, one antenna, three remote controls of improvised explosive devices, three detonators, three matrix sheets and some incriminating documents.
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August - 21 
Security force (SF) personnel arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Sanjoy, from Lilong Nungai in the Thoubal district.
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Security force (SF) personnel arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Sanjoy, from Lilong Nungai in the Thoubal district.
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August - 21 
Terrorists lobbed a grenade targeting a Central Reserve Police Force post at Chinai Mohalla in the Doda district. The grenade, however, missed the intended target and exploded midair without causing any loss of life or damage.
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Terrorists lobbed a grenade targeting a Central Reserve Police Force post at Chinai Mohalla in the Doda district. The grenade, however, missed the intended target and exploded midair without causing any loss of life or damage.
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August - 21 
The All Assam Tai-Ahom Students Union pulled out of the People’s Committee for Peace Initiatives in Assam (PCPIA) on August 21, following the expiry of the deadline set by it for ULFA to own responsibility and apologise for the killings of innocent c
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The All Assam Tai-Ahom Students Union pulled out of the People’s Committee for Peace Initiatives in Assam (PCPIA) on August 21, following the expiry of the deadline set by it for ULFA to own responsibility and apologise for the killings of innocent civilians, reports Telegraph. “We had already made it clear that we would pull out of the forum if the outfit’s leadership does not reciprocate. Members at last evening’s meeting unanimously decided that since the ULFA leadership did not show any respect towards our demand, there is no point in continuing with the PCPIA,” said the General Secretary of the Student Union, Gautam Gogoi.
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August - 21 
The next round of peace talks between the Union Government and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) backed-People’s Consultative Group (PCG) would be held on August 23 to discuss modalities for the initiation of direct negotiations with the ULFA, r
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The next round of peace talks between the Union Government and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) backed-People’s Consultative Group (PCG) would be held on August 23 to discuss modalities for the initiation of direct negotiations with the ULFA, reports Indian Express. While the National Security Adviser M. K. Narayanan and officials from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs would represent the Government, the PCG would be represented by Indira Goswami and Rebati Phukan.
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August - 21 
The Union Government is reported to have asked the PCG members to stand for personal guarantee for the release of five arrested leaders of the ULFA, according to Assam Tribune.
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The Union Government is reported to have asked the PCG members to stand for personal guarantee for the release of five arrested leaders of the ULFA, according to Assam Tribune.
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August - 21 
Four people were reportedly arrested on August 21 from Karachi for alleged involvement in terrorist plots in the country. Two suspected militants, Anwarul Haq and Usman Ghani, were arrested for their alleged involvement in a suicide attack on the US
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Four people were reportedly arrested on August 21 from Karachi for alleged involvement in terrorist plots in the country. Two suspected militants, Anwarul Haq and Usman Ghani, were arrested for their alleged involvement in a suicide attack on the US consulate on March 2 that killed US diplomat David Foy, his driver Iftikhar Ahmed, Rangers official Zafar and security guard Hasan Shehzad, according to Daily Times. Addressing a press conference, Sindh Inspector General of Police, Jehangir Mirza, said the suicide bomber had been identified earlier as Raja Mohammed Tahir. Mirza added that the mastermind of the plot, Qari Zafar, was still at large.
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August - 21 
In the country, security forces arrested two people from the Barmcha area near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in the Chaghai district of Balochistan province on August 21 and seized explosives weighing 150kg in their possession, according to Dawn.
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In the country, security forces arrested two people from the Barmcha area near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in the Chaghai district of Balochistan province on August 21 and seized explosives weighing 150kg in their possession, according to Dawn.
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August - 21 
Police arrested two suspected members of the outlawed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) in Bahawalpur. One of the arrested men was allegedly involved in a plot to assassinate President Pervez Musharraf.
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Police arrested two suspected members of the outlawed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) in Bahawalpur. One of the arrested men was allegedly involved in a plot to assassinate President Pervez Musharraf.
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August - 21 
Kantipur reports that a ‘Maoist court’ in Triyuga Municipality, district headquarters of Udayapur, is revoking the final verdicts of the legal court and summoning people before it. Terming the final verdict of the Appellate Court in Rajbiraj "null an
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Kantipur reports that a ‘Maoist court’ in Triyuga Municipality, district headquarters of Udayapur, is revoking the final verdicts of the legal court and summoning people before it. Terming the final verdict of the Appellate Court in Rajbiraj "null and void", the Maoists have recently summoned one Prem Kumar Shrestha to their court thrice within a month, the report said. The verdict of the appellate court had gone in favor of Shrestha in a case related to forgery. The Maoists are running their courts in the district headquarters despite the party's decision to scrap such courts in urban areas, the report added. According to sources, about a dozen cases are filed every day at the ‘liaison office’ of the Maoists in Triyuga Municipality.
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August - 21 
Nepal News reports that the dialogue teams of the Government and the CPN (Maoist) met on August 21-evening to discuss the ongoing peace process. The meeting held at Home Minister Krishna Prasad Situala’s official residence at Pulchowk, Lalitpur, focu
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Nepal News reports that the dialogue teams of the Government and the CPN (Maoist) met on August 21-evening to discuss the ongoing peace process. The meeting held at Home Minister Krishna Prasad Situala’s official residence at Pulchowk, Lalitpur, focused mainly on the delay in introducing the interim constitution, management of arms and the proposed visits of the United Nations teams to Nepal. Government team coordinator Situala, two other interlocutors Pradeep Gyawali and Ramesh Lekhak and the Maoist team members, Krishna Bahadur Mahara, Dina Nath Sharma and Dev Gurung, were present at the meeting.
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August - 21 
At least four members of the Pahari Chhatra Parishad (PCP), student front of Parbatiya Chattagram Janasanghati Samity (PCJSS), were abducted allegedly by cadres of the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) on August 21 in the Khagrachhari district,
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At least four members of the Pahari Chhatra Parishad (PCP), student front of Parbatiya Chattagram Janasanghati Samity (PCJSS), were abducted allegedly by cadres of the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) on August 21 in the Khagrachhari district, according to Daily Star. The abducted were identified as Michael Chakma, Sawpan Chakma, Prasanta Bikash Chakma and Yous Bikash Chakma. The PCP president Popen Tripura said that abduction is in retaliation to a clash at Khagrachhari Government College on August 20. Meanwhile, the UPDF coordinator Samari Chakma denied his outfit’s involvement in the abduction.
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August - 21 
A Sri Lanka Red Cross employee, Nagarasa Thavaranjitham, was shot dead at his residence at Chettikulam in Vavuniya.
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A Sri Lanka Red Cross employee, Nagarasa Thavaranjitham, was shot dead at his residence at Chettikulam in Vavuniya.
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August - 21 
Gunmen claiming to be from the Ellilan Force shot dead a Tamil youth, Subramaniam Chelvakumar, at Valaichchenai.
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Gunmen claiming to be from the Ellilan Force shot dead a Tamil youth, Subramaniam Chelvakumar, at Valaichchenai.
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August - 21 
Reaffirming commitment to the 2002 Cease Fire Agreement, the Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapakse, on August 21, told the envoys of Co-Chairs of the island nation that his Government will seriously consider any initiative incorporating a clear and e
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Reaffirming commitment to the 2002 Cease Fire Agreement, the Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapakse, on August 21, told the envoys of Co-Chairs of the island nation that his Government will seriously consider any initiative incorporating a clear and explicit commitment to a comprehensive and verifiable cessation of hostilities to be made by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader V. Prabhakaran, reports Hindu.
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August - 21 
Tamil Net reports that the former Norwegian Army chief, Major General Lars Johan Solvberg, will take over as head of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) from Swedish Major General Ulf Henricsson by the end of August 2006. Solvberg retired from th
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Tamil Net reports that the former Norwegian Army chief, Major General Lars Johan Solvberg, will take over as head of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) from Swedish Major General Ulf Henricsson by the end of August 2006. Solvberg retired from the post of Chief of Staff of the Norwegian Army in 2005.
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August - 21 
Unidentified gunmen shot dead a Tamil trader, Vasthiampillai Arul, at the Grand Bazaar area in Trincomalee town.
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Unidentified gunmen shot dead a Tamil trader, Vasthiampillai Arul, at the Grand Bazaar area in Trincomalee town.
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August - 22 
A National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) cadre, Biswamohan Tripura, was arrested following an encounter between security force (SF) personnel and militants at an unspecified village in the Chowmanu area of Dhalai district on August 22, according
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A National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) cadre, Biswamohan Tripura, was arrested following an encounter between security force (SF) personnel and militants at an unspecified village in the Chowmanu area of Dhalai district on August 22, according to Tripurainfo. While a country-make gun was recovered from the possession of the arrested militant, others managed to escape from the encounter site.
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August - 22 
A Special Police Officer, identified as Jagbir Singh, was killed and three terrorists were trapped in an encounter on August 22 at Khari in the Banihal area of Doda district, according to Daily Excelsior.
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A Special Police Officer, identified as Jagbir Singh, was killed and three terrorists were trapped in an encounter on August 22 at Khari in the Banihal area of Doda district, according to Daily Excelsior.
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August - 22 
A woman, identified as Haleema Begum, was injured when terrorists set off an improvised explosive device (IED) at Bandipora in the Baramulla district when a security forces’ patrol was passing through the area.
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A woman, identified as Haleema Begum, was injured when terrorists set off an improvised explosive device (IED) at Bandipora in the Baramulla district when a security forces’ patrol was passing through the area.
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August - 22 
Hindustan Times reports that five villagers have been abducted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in two separate incidents in Dantewada district. In the first incident, armed Maoists stopped a jeep near Gaganpalli village under Erra
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Hindustan Times reports that five villagers have been abducted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in two separate incidents in Dantewada district. In the first incident, armed Maoists stopped a jeep near Gaganpalli village under Errabore police station area and abducted four passengers on August 22. Later, in a similar incident close to the same spot, Maoists stopped a truck and abducted another person.
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August - 22 
On August 22, a joint team of the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and Mumbai Police shot dead a suspected Pakistani terrorist and arrested another in an encounter at Antop Hill in Mumbai at 4.30 am on August 22, according to NDTV. ATS chief K P S Raghuvan
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On August 22, a joint team of the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and Mumbai Police shot dead a suspected Pakistani terrorist and arrested another in an encounter at Antop Hill in Mumbai at 4.30 am on August 22, according to NDTV. ATS chief K P S Raghuvanshi said, “There were just two people today, but there may be more involved. It's too early to speculate how many people were involved but we can consider it as a success for the ATS. We were working on specific intelligence inputs over the past few days.” The raid was conducted after obtaining a lead from a man called Riyaz who was arrested at midnight from Vadala. Police recovered one AK 47, some cartridges and a white powdery substance, which could be RDX at the encounter site.
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August - 22 
Security forces (SFs) arrested a Pakistani national, identified as Riaz Ahmed, a resident of Bahawalpur, from the international border in the Samba sector.
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Security forces (SFs) arrested a Pakistani national, identified as Riaz Ahmed, a resident of Bahawalpur, from the international border in the Samba sector.
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August - 22 
SF personnel recovered one AK rifle, three magazines, 42 rounds, one pistol, four hand grenades, 18 Pika rounds, 17 rounds of .303 rifle, one anti-personnel mine, one improvised explosive device and one antenna during a search operation in the Keri f
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SF personnel recovered one AK rifle, three magazines, 42 rounds, one pistol, four hand grenades, 18 Pika rounds, 17 rounds of .303 rifle, one anti-personnel mine, one improvised explosive device and one antenna during a search operation in the Keri forests.
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August - 22 
Telegraph reports that two police personnel were killed and another injured in six landmine blasts triggered by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at two different places under Barwadih police station of Latehar district on Augus
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Telegraph reports that two police personnel were killed and another injured in six landmine blasts triggered by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at two different places under Barwadih police station of Latehar district on August 22. While the first five explosions took place between Lavar police picket and Buxa More around 8.30 am (IST), the last one exploded around 1 pm (IST) near Hehegara village. “Just one constable, Deep Narayan Rai, was injured in the serial blasts in the morning. The lone blast triggered in the afternoon proved fatal killing sub-inspector A.K. Singh and constable Sudheshwar Prasad,” police sources said.
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August - 22 
The Army on August 22 claimed to have achieved a major breakthrough in the Mumbai serial blast case by arresting a top Pakistani terrorist near the Nandmarg forest area in Anantnag district. A defence spokesperson said Tohfeen Akmal Hashmi alias Abu
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The Army on August 22 claimed to have achieved a major breakthrough in the Mumbai serial blast case by arresting a top Pakistani terrorist near the Nandmarg forest area in Anantnag district. A defence spokesperson said Tohfeen Akmal Hashmi alias Abu Ahmad was the ‘divisional commander’ of Al-Badr outfit. He said Hashmi admitted to knowing the perpetrators of July 11 Mumbai serial blasts.
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August - 22 
The Asom Satra Mahasabha would meet President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to appeal for action against encroachment of Bangladeshi nationals on satras (monasteries that propagate neo-Vaishnavism), including the ones at Majuli
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The Asom Satra Mahasabha would meet President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to appeal for action against encroachment of Bangladeshi nationals on satras (monasteries that propagate neo-Vaishnavism), including the ones at Majuli. “We are going to tell the Prime Minister and the President to seal the border with Bangladesh at the earliest. The situation is nothing less than dangerous,” said Bhadra Krishna Goswami, president of the Mahasabha, who alleged that mosques and madrassas (seminaries) have come up in the encroached areas. A list of at least ten satras, including the ones in Lakhimpur, Nagaon, Nalbari, Dhubri, Barpeta and Kamrup has been prepared by the Mahasabha and submitted to the Army in Assam. The members claimed that large tracts of lands gifted by the Ahom kings are being taken over by Bangladeshis.
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August - 22 
The Tangkhul Hoho-Nagaland, apex council of the Tangkhul tribe, on August 22 appealed to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) to revoke its ‘quit notice’ served on the Tangkhuls in the interest of peace and unity among the N
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The Tangkhul Hoho-Nagaland, apex council of the Tangkhul tribe, on August 22 appealed to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) to revoke its ‘quit notice’ served on the Tangkhuls in the interest of peace and unity among the Nagas.
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August - 22 
Under pressure from the Union Government, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), on August 22 reportedly revoked its extortion demands of INR 5 million from the Imphal office of the Indian Oil Corporation. Following this,
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Under pressure from the Union Government, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), on August 22 reportedly revoked its extortion demands of INR 5 million from the Imphal office of the Indian Oil Corporation. Following this, the fuel supply from Assam to Manipur could resume after a gap of 20 days.
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August - 22 
Minister for Home Affairs Krishna Prasad Sitaula told the Parliamentary State Affairs Committee (SAC) on August 22 that a United Nations (UN) mission would arrive in Kathmandu in the first week of September to expedite the peace process. According to
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Minister for Home Affairs Krishna Prasad Sitaula told the Parliamentary State Affairs Committee (SAC) on August 22 that a United Nations (UN) mission would arrive in Kathmandu in the first week of September to expedite the peace process. According to him, the Government has requested the United Nations to send a mission, establish its office here and operate till sustainable peace is restored. He also said the Maoists would submit to the Government their model of 'designated cantonments' for confining their combatants on August 25.
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August - 22 
Nepal News reports that the pro-Maoist student union, All Nepal National Independent Student Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R), gathered thousands of school children from various schools in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Lalitpur to stage a sit-in outside the
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Nepal News reports that the pro-Maoist student union, All Nepal National Independent Student Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R), gathered thousands of school children from various schools in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Lalitpur to stage a sit-in outside the army headquarters at Bhadrakali on August 22, demanding whereabouts of civilians missing in the hands of the state. President of ANNISU-R, Lekhnath Neupane, warned that they would bring 6.9 million school children to the capital across the country if the army failed to disclose the whereabouts of their missing comrades.
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August - 22 
Talking to Nepal FM, a private FM station, one of the members of the Maoist talks team, Dev Gurung, said that it is not possible to finalize areas for Maoist cantonments within three days. Gurung also said that they did not reach on any such agreemen
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Talking to Nepal FM, a private FM station, one of the members of the Maoist talks team, Dev Gurung, said that it is not possible to finalize areas for Maoist cantonments within three days. Gurung also said that they did not reach on any such agreements with the Government.
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August - 22 
An army team on August 22 arrested a Parbatiya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) cadre and recovered a country made pistol at a remote village of Shuknachhai in Panchhari sub-district of Khagrachhari district, according to Daily Star. The arres
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An army team on August 22 arrested a Parbatiya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) cadre and recovered a country made pistol at a remote village of Shuknachhai in Panchhari sub-district of Khagrachhari district, according to Daily Star. The arrested cadre was identified as Anupom Bikash Chakma. On interrogation, Anupom admitted his association with the PCJSS. Meanwhile, the PCJSS ‘information secretary’ said that the arrested person is not a cadre of the outfit.
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August - 22 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel recovered 12 bombs from a heap of straw at Raispur village in the Sadar sub-district of Satkhira district on August 22, according to Daily Star. However, no one has been arrested in this connection.
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel recovered 12 bombs from a heap of straw at Raispur village in the Sadar sub-district of Satkhira district on August 22, according to Daily Star. However, no one has been arrested in this connection.
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August - 22 
13 suspects with close links to the LTTE have been charged in the United States (US) for plotting to buy surface-to-air missiles, according to US federal prosecutors. The US embassy in Colombo said the suspects were arrested in Long Island, New York,
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13 suspects with close links to the LTTE have been charged in the United States (US) for plotting to buy surface-to-air missiles, according to US federal prosecutors. The US embassy in Colombo said the suspects were arrested in Long Island, New York, on August 19 after three of them traveled from Canada to New York in an attempt to purchase Russian-made SA-18 surface-to-air missiles, missile launchers, AK-47s, and other weapons to be used by the LTTE. Other charges include the use of "front" charitable organizations and U.S. bank accounts for money laundering and fund raising on behalf of the LTTE and attempts to bribe U.S. public officials to remove the LTTE from the U.S. State Department's list of officially designated foreign terrorist organizations.
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August - 22 
A person, identified as Perumal Chandrakumar, and alleged to be an informant of the Sri Lankan Army (SLA) was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Karaveddy area of Jaffna district. Similarly, another civilian, Kandiah Ganeshalingam, was shot
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A person, identified as Perumal Chandrakumar, and alleged to be an informant of the Sri Lankan Army (SLA) was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Karaveddy area of Jaffna district. Similarly, another civilian, Kandiah Ganeshalingam, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Chunnakam area.
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August - 22 
A woman, identified as Manoharan Rajini, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in front of the welfare centre at Sakkotai in the Vadamaradchchi division of Jaffna district on August 22, according to Tamil Net.
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A woman, identified as Manoharan Rajini, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in front of the welfare centre at Sakkotai in the Vadamaradchchi division of Jaffna district on August 22, according to Tamil Net.
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August - 22 
According to the United Nations estimates, the number of displaced rose to 1.7 lakh. Meanwhile, the International Committee of the Red Cross informed that a convoy of 243 persons, including 61 foreigners, was allowed to leave the LTTE-held territory
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According to the United Nations estimates, the number of displaced rose to 1.7 lakh. Meanwhile, the International Committee of the Red Cross informed that a convoy of 243 persons, including 61 foreigners, was allowed to leave the LTTE-held territory in Kilinochchi, after being trapped for more than a week.
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August - 22 
Five civilians were killed in separate incidents in the Trincomalee and Jaffna districts on August 22, according to Tamil Net.
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Five civilians were killed in separate incidents in the Trincomalee and Jaffna districts on August 22, according to Tamil Net.
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August - 22 
Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres lobbed a hand grenade at a sentry point of the security forces at Achchuveli, killing one soldier and injuring three others.
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Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres lobbed a hand grenade at a sentry point of the security forces at Achchuveli, killing one soldier and injuring three others.
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August - 22 
One soldier was injured when LTTE cadres fired mortar shells on the Vavunathivu Army camp in the Batticaloa district. A day earlier, LTTE cadres fired artillery rocket propeller gun at an Army detachment in the same area. However, no casualties were
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One soldier was injured when LTTE cadres fired mortar shells on the Vavunathivu Army camp in the Batticaloa district. A day earlier, LTTE cadres fired artillery rocket propeller gun at an Army detachment in the same area. However, no casualties were reported.
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August - 22 
Responding to Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse’s call for the LTTE to declare its commitment to the cease-fire, the head of the LTTE’s Political Wing, S. P. Tamilselvan, stated that it was the Government which launched a major military offensiv
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Responding to Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse’s call for the LTTE to declare its commitment to the cease-fire, the head of the LTTE’s Political Wing, S. P. Tamilselvan, stated that it was the Government which launched a major military offensive in Trincomalee against the outfit and thereby triggered defensive measures by the LTTE resulting in an escalation of hostilities, according to Tamil Net.
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August - 22 
The Colombo police foiled a suspected LTTE attack targeting a legislator after defusing a 15-kilogram claymore mine rigged to a vegetable seller's bike in a busy market area. "We found a bomb on a tip-off. It was about 15 kilos and it could have been
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The Colombo police foiled a suspected LTTE attack targeting a legislator after defusing a 15-kilogram claymore mine rigged to a vegetable seller's bike in a busy market area. "We found a bomb on a tip-off. It was about 15 kilos and it could have been set off through a remote-controlled device," a Police official said. The Policy Planning minister Keheliya Rambukwella stated, “The parliament is meeting today and the bomb could have been aimed at a politician."
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August - 22 
The Development Minister and Eelam People's Democratic Party leader Douglas Devananda on August 22 accused the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) of forcibly dragging the country to another conflict situation, misleading the Tamil community in t
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The Development Minister and Eelam People's Democratic Party leader Douglas Devananda on August 22 accused the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) of forcibly dragging the country to another conflict situation, misleading the Tamil community in their desperate bid to draw Tamil people to their side. He added that LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran miserably failed in his efforts to capture Jaffna peninsula, as the Tamil community no longer keeps faith in his words.
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August - 22 
The Minister of Agricultural Marketing and Development and Hindu Affairs, Douglas Devananda, told a news conference, "The situation in Jaffna is not desperate. The fighting was only along the borders but the town and the suburbs are not affected." He
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The Minister of Agricultural Marketing and Development and Hindu Affairs, Douglas Devananda, told a news conference, "The situation in Jaffna is not desperate. The fighting was only along the borders but the town and the suburbs are not affected." He added that the supplies of food should reach Jaffna within two days and the machinery to distribute food within the region was already in place.
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August - 22 
The SLA claimed on August 22 that it destroyed an ammunition dump of the LTTE close to the frontline of fighting in the Jaffna district. "Just after the air attack, we could hear secondary explosions. It is most likely that their ammunition dump was
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The SLA claimed on August 22 that it destroyed an ammunition dump of the LTTE close to the frontline of fighting in the Jaffna district. "Just after the air attack, we could hear secondary explosions. It is most likely that their ammunition dump was hit," a military official said.
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Two more Tamil Canadians, Ramanan Mylvaganam and Piratheepan Nadarajah, were arrested in an alleged conspiracy to buy weapons for the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Sri Lanka on August 22 and 23 respectively. They are the fifth and six Ca
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Two more Tamil Canadians, Ramanan Mylvaganam and Piratheepan Nadarajah, were arrested in an alleged conspiracy to buy weapons for the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Sri Lanka on August 22 and 23 respectively. They are the fifth and six Canadians to be arrested in the alleged plot, which is being investigated by law enforcement agencies in Canada and the United States. 14 people are in custody, with arrests also made so far in Buffalo, New York, San Jose, California, Seattle, Washington and Connecticut.
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August - 22 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Balachchandran, in the Uppuveli area of Trincomalee district. The dead body of a civilian, abducted a day earlier, was found with gun shot injuries from the Sampaltivu area on August 22. Els
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Balachchandran, in the Uppuveli area of Trincomalee district. The dead body of a civilian, abducted a day earlier, was found with gun shot injuries from the Sampaltivu area on August 22. Elsewhere, the dead body of another civilian was recovered from the Kuchchaveli area.
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August - 23 
A civilian, identified as Javed Ahmed Tantry, was shot at and wounded by terrorists at Turkpora-Handwara in the Kupwara district.
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A civilian, identified as Javed Ahmed Tantry, was shot at and wounded by terrorists at Turkpora-Handwara in the Kupwara district.
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August - 23 
A former Member of Parliament and Congress party leader, Era Anbarasu, urged Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi to take steps to arrest those who supported the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on the pretext of extending solidarity to Sri Lankan Ta
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A former Member of Parliament and Congress party leader, Era Anbarasu, urged Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi to take steps to arrest those who supported the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on the pretext of extending solidarity to Sri Lankan Tamils. In a statement issued on August 23, he said the leaders of pro-LTTE political parties were instigating violence, posing a threat to the sovereignty of the country.
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August - 23 
A liquid bomb was recovered near Lilong Higher Secondary School at Lilong in the Thoubal district.
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A liquid bomb was recovered near Lilong Higher Secondary School at Lilong in the Thoubal district.
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August - 23 
A public rally was staged in Imphal in protest against the grenade attack at the ISKCON temple complex on August 16 that killed five civilians.
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A public rally was staged in Imphal in protest against the grenade attack at the ISKCON temple complex on August 16 that killed five civilians.
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August - 23 
A soldier, identified as Kiran Velayudhan, was killed as security forces continued their encounter with a group of at least three terrorists holed up at Khari in the Banihal area of Doda district on August 23, according to Daily Excelsior. A Special
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A soldier, identified as Kiran Velayudhan, was killed as security forces continued their encounter with a group of at least three terrorists holed up at Khari in the Banihal area of Doda district on August 23, according to Daily Excelsior. A Special Police Officer had died on the first day of the encounter on August 22.
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August - 23 
A soldier, Ramesh Kumar, was wounded when terrorists threw a grenade targeting a Border Security Force camp at Bandipora in the Baramulla district.
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A soldier, Ramesh Kumar, was wounded when terrorists threw a grenade targeting a Border Security Force camp at Bandipora in the Baramulla district.
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August - 23 
In a statement made available to the local media on August 23, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) has reiterated its determination to enforce its ‘Quit Notice’ against the Tangkhuls of Nagaland.
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In a statement made available to the local media on August 23, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) has reiterated its determination to enforce its ‘Quit Notice’ against the Tangkhuls of Nagaland.
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August - 23 
In the State, troops recovered a wireless set, 100 rounds of AK ammunition, a round of Pika ammunition, three grenades, one improvised explosive device and a bottle containing some chemical at Ongarra Picket in the Baramulla district.
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In the State, troops recovered a wireless set, 100 rounds of AK ammunition, a round of Pika ammunition, three grenades, one improvised explosive device and a bottle containing some chemical at Ongarra Picket in the Baramulla district.
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August - 23 
Maintaining that Pakistan has not dismantled the terrorist infrastructure existing on its soil, the Government said on August 23 that the neighbouring country’s external intelligence agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) continues to provide "dire
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Maintaining that Pakistan has not dismantled the terrorist infrastructure existing on its soil, the Government said on August 23 that the neighbouring country’s external intelligence agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) continues to provide "directions" and "logistics" support to terrorist groups like the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) active in India, according to Press Trust of India. "We have not received any information on dismantling of terrorist training camps," Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil said in the Upper House of the Parliament (Rajya Sabha). He said information about existence of terrorist training camps was passed on to Pakistan during the Home Secretary-level talks between the two countries. According to available inputs, the ISI continues to provide directions and logistics support, including recruitment, arms training and funds, to groups like the LeT, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Al-Badr for terrorist related activities in Jammu and Kashmir despite Government’s peace initiatives and Prime Minister’s invitation to separatist leaders for two Round Table conferences. "Available inputs indicate Pakistan’s ISI continues to remunerate terrorists for attacks on security forces and political leaders… The serial grenade attacks on April 14 and July 11, 2006 in Srinagar city and killing of tourists are reportedly the result of directives received by the terrorist outfits from across the border," said Patil. "We have given documents pointing out to places where training is imparted to terrorists," he said adding Pakistan was in a denial mode.
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August - 23 
On August 23, two suspects in the October 2005 Delhi serial bomb blasts were remanded to the custody of the Mumbai Police till August 28 by a local court in Mumbai, reports The Hindu. Firoz Abdul Latif Ghaswala and Mohammed Ali Chippa, who were lodge
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On August 23, two suspects in the October 2005 Delhi serial bomb blasts were remanded to the custody of the Mumbai Police till August 28 by a local court in Mumbai, reports The Hindu. Firoz Abdul Latif Ghaswala and Mohammed Ali Chippa, who were lodged in a jail in Delhi, were brought to Mumbai on August 23 and produced before a local court. Both, suspected to be linked to the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), have allegedly visited Pakistan clandestinely to undergo training in arms and explosives handling at the Laskhar-e-Toiba (LeT) camps. Both are also believed to be close friends of Raheel Sheikh, one of the key persons wanted in the July 11, 2006 serial bomb blasts in Mumbai. Sheikh is suspected to be hiding in Pakistan.
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August - 23 
Security forces arrested an over ground worker of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, identified as Mohammed Shafi, from village Kamliyan in the Rajouri district. Separately, police arrested a HM cadre and recovered two hand grenades from a fish mark
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Security forces arrested an over ground worker of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, identified as Mohammed Shafi, from village Kamliyan in the Rajouri district. Separately, police arrested a HM cadre and recovered two hand grenades from a fish market in the Baramulla district.
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August - 23 
Several Naga civil society groups, including the United Naga Council, termed the ‘quit notice’ as a move which is detrimental to Naga unity.
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Several Naga civil society groups, including the United Naga Council, termed the ‘quit notice’ as a move which is detrimental to Naga unity.
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August - 23 
Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on August 23, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav ruled out the involvement of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) in recent terrorist attacks in the State. Zee News reports that S
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Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on August 23, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav ruled out the involvement of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) in recent terrorist attacks in the State. Zee News reports that State Transport Minister Naresh Agarwal also defended the SIMI and alleged that it was the media which had branded the organisation a terrorist outfit.
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August - 23 
The Minister for Family Welfare, Ahmed Hasan, speaking in the Legislative Council on August 23 denied that the Government had withdrawn cases against any SIMI activists. He said, “Only political cases against SIMI members slapped by the previous gove
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The Minister for Family Welfare, Ahmed Hasan, speaking in the Legislative Council on August 23 denied that the Government had withdrawn cases against any SIMI activists. He said, “Only political cases against SIMI members slapped by the previous government are being withdrawn.”
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August - 23 
The Union Government has decided to extend the suspension of counter-insurgency operations against the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) by 15 days, according to Assam Tribune. A decision to this effect was taken at the meeting on August 23 bet
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The Union Government has decided to extend the suspension of counter-insurgency operations against the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) by 15 days, according to Assam Tribune. A decision to this effect was taken at the meeting on August 23 between the Government and the ULFA-backed People’s Consultative Group (PCG) to decide modalities for direct negotiation with the outfit. "As of now, we have decided to extend the suspension of the army operations against ULFA for 15 days," said the Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal.
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August - 23 
The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, S. Reghupathy, while responding to the issue raised by Parliamentarian, Hema Malini, in the Upper House, informed that fencing along 861 kilometers of border between India and Bangladesh, constructed duri
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The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, S. Reghupathy, while responding to the issue raised by Parliamentarian, Hema Malini, in the Upper House, informed that fencing along 861 kilometers of border between India and Bangladesh, constructed during Phase I, was found damaged. The Union Minister, while speaking about the proposed plan of double row fencing along the affected border at cost of Rupees 884 crore, said the work is scheduled to be completed by 2008.
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August - 23 
The United National Liberation Front (UNLF) shot dead a civilian, Khwairakpam Pradip, at an undisclosed location between Ukhrul and Imphal East district on August 23 on charge of collaborating with the security forces.
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The United National Liberation Front (UNLF) shot dead a civilian, Khwairakpam Pradip, at an undisclosed location between Ukhrul and Imphal East district on August 23 on charge of collaborating with the security forces.
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August - 23 
With a spurt in the arrival of Sri Lankan refugees in Rameswaram, Dhanushkodi, Arichalmunai and other places along the coast in the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, their number is likely to cross the 10,000-mark in a day or two, officials said
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With a spurt in the arrival of Sri Lankan refugees in Rameswaram, Dhanushkodi, Arichalmunai and other places along the coast in the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, their number is likely to cross the 10,000-mark in a day or two, officials said. Since January 12, 2006 around 9,500 refugees had arrived in the state. In view of the increase in refugees, the officials have sought more personnel for Rameswaram Police station for checking their credentials before admitting them to relief camps.
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August - 23 
A Pakistan-born architect accused of plotting a “jihad” or holy war bombing campaign in Australia was sentenced to 20 years in jail on August 23, according to Daily Times. Faheem Khalid Lodhi was convicted of planning to blow up the electrical grid i
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A Pakistan-born architect accused of plotting a “jihad” or holy war bombing campaign in Australia was sentenced to 20 years in jail on August 23, according to Daily Times. Faheem Khalid Lodhi was convicted of planning to blow up the electrical grid in Australia’s biggest city, Sydney. Supreme Court judge Anthony Whealy said the attack, if carried out, would “instill terror into members of the public so that they could never again feel free from the threat of bombing attacks within Australia.”
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August - 23 
According to Dawn, the main pipeline supplying Sui gas to the Uch power plant was blown up at Peero Pull, some 22km away from Jacobabad in the Sindh province, early on August 23-morning. The explosion damaged a 25-foot portion of the pipeline and dev
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According to Dawn, the main pipeline supplying Sui gas to the Uch power plant was blown up at Peero Pull, some 22km away from Jacobabad in the Sindh province, early on August 23-morning. The explosion damaged a 25-foot portion of the pipeline and developed a 12-foot deep crater on the site. Police have reportedly arrested two suspects, Gul Mohammad and Pathan Khan Katohar, on charges of sabotage.
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August - 23 
Security agencies arrested six Al Qaeda suspects, including two foreigners, on August 22-night from the Hayatabad locality in North West Frontier Province (NWFP), Daily Times reported.
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Security agencies arrested six Al Qaeda suspects, including two foreigners, on August 22-night from the Hayatabad locality in North West Frontier Province (NWFP), Daily Times reported.
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August - 23 
Three bombs were recovered near the main gate of Cox's Bazaar Government School on August 23.
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Three bombs were recovered near the main gate of Cox's Bazaar Government School on August 23.
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August - 23 
A day earlier, unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, Thammugaraja Prabhakaran, in the Trincomalee town.
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A day earlier, unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, Thammugaraja Prabhakaran, in the Trincomalee town.
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August - 23 
As the fighting continued in the Jaffna peninsula, though on a reduced scale, the Government lifted the 10-day old curfew in a phased manner in Jaffna and other conflict affected areas in the North.
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As the fighting continued in the Jaffna peninsula, though on a reduced scale, the Government lifted the 10-day old curfew in a phased manner in Jaffna and other conflict affected areas in the North.
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August - 23 
Chicago Tribune quoting law enforcement officials has reported that the money for a trip to Sri Lanka in 2005 of a U.S. congressman, Danny Davis, and an aide allegedly came from the LTTE.
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Chicago Tribune quoting law enforcement officials has reported that the money for a trip to Sri Lanka in 2005 of a U.S. congressman, Danny Davis, and an aide allegedly came from the LTTE.
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August - 23 
Foreign Minister Mangala Samaraweera stated on August 23 that the Government still believed that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) would give up its path of violence and enter the process of dialogue without placing any conditions. “It is n
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Foreign Minister Mangala Samaraweera stated on August 23 that the Government still believed that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) would give up its path of violence and enter the process of dialogue without placing any conditions. “It is now time for the LTTE to focus on the substantial core issues of devolution of power rather than chase an unattainable chimera of a mono-ethnic separate state which does not belong in today’s civilized world”, the Minister asserted. He urged the LTTE to shun violence and become a member of a democratic pluralistic society, and added, “The only way to resolve the conflict is through negotiations and the Government remains fully committed to a political process to address the genuine grievances of the Tamil speaking people of this country.” The Minister said that the Government was willing to consider a truce with the LTTE if the outfit opted to make such a request from the Government and added that the Government would be willing to consider a meaningful and an acceptable cease-fire offer from the outfit.
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August - 23 
Separately, on August 23, one civilian and a police personnel were injured in a LTTE fire in the Salambaikulam area of Batticaloa district. Elsewhere, one soldier was injured in a LTTE fire targeting troops on foot patrol in the Vandaramoolai area.
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Separately, on August 23, one civilian and a police personnel were injured in a LTTE fire in the Salambaikulam area of Batticaloa district. Elsewhere, one soldier was injured in a LTTE fire targeting troops on foot patrol in the Vandaramoolai area.
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August - 23 
The Defence spokesperson and Minister, Keheliya Rambukwella, told journalists that a ship with 3,800 tonnes of food, medical and many basic goods was sailing towards the North. He said, "The Government decided to take the sea route as it is far safer
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The Defence spokesperson and Minister, Keheliya Rambukwella, told journalists that a ship with 3,800 tonnes of food, medical and many basic goods was sailing towards the North. He said, "The Government decided to take the sea route as it is far safer than by land. LTTE launches attacks on whatever they come across even an unarmed ship transporting basic necessities to serve the civilians."
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August - 23 
The LTTE reiterated that it has no connection with the eight persons arrested by the U.S. authorities on charges of attempting to mobilise military and material support for it. "We have no connection with the people arrested and this is not our way o
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The LTTE reiterated that it has no connection with the eight persons arrested by the U.S. authorities on charges of attempting to mobilise military and material support for it. "We have no connection with the people arrested and this is not our way of operating. We have never done like this before," the LTTE said on phone from Kilinochichi.
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August - 23 
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) informed that nearly 180,000 people in Sri Lanka were displaced by violence since April 2006. The UNHCR said most of those affected were from the north and east of the island. The agency's fig
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The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) informed that nearly 180,000 people in Sri Lanka were displaced by violence since April 2006. The UNHCR said most of those affected were from the north and east of the island. The agency's figures show that the recent escalation in the fighting between Government forces and LTTE in the Jaffna peninsula has affected nearly forty-four thousand people. 48,810 Internally Displaced Persons are in Trincomalee district - 24,854 refugees from 6575 families are in Kantale. Most of these refugees are from Muttur, according to the report. It said 37,738 refugees are in camps in the Batticaloa district.
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August - 23 
Troops conducted a search at the Jaffna University and recovered ten Anti-Personnel Mines and five hand grenades from the University premises on August 23.
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Troops conducted a search at the Jaffna University and recovered ten Anti-Personnel Mines and five hand grenades from the University premises on August 23.
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August - 24 
29 Indian Reserve Police constables being trained at the Counter-Insurgency and Jungle Warfare School at Lylapur in Assam's Cachar district have deserted for fear of being posted in the Maoist –affected Chhattisgarh. Assistant Inspector General of Po
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29 Indian Reserve Police constables being trained at the Counter-Insurgency and Jungle Warfare School at Lylapur in Assam's Cachar district have deserted for fear of being posted in the Maoist –affected Chhattisgarh. Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zorammawi, told Press Trust of India that the constables, belonging to the second battalion, were being given orientation training before being sent to Chhattisgarh. The Deputy Commandant of the second battalion of Indian Reserve Police, Kima, said that the constables were afraid that they would be posted in Chhattisgarh and deserted on August 21. The training was being held in Assam because of accommodation constraints at the Counter-Insurgency and Jungle Warfare Training School at Vairengthe in Mizoram, he added.
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August - 24 
A ‘section commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami, identified as Nazeer Hazaam alias Sajid, surrendered before the SFs at Kishtwar in the Doda district. He handed over one AK-56 rifle, two magazines, eight rounds of AK and three Chinese grenades.
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A ‘section commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami, identified as Nazeer Hazaam alias Sajid, surrendered before the SFs at Kishtwar in the Doda district. He handed over one AK-56 rifle, two magazines, eight rounds of AK and three Chinese grenades.
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August - 24 
A team of Manipur Police arrested two Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) cadres, Somang Taothang alias Mangcha and Thonglan Khongsai, from Thangal Bazaar in the capital Imphal on August 24.
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A team of Manipur Police arrested two Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) cadres, Somang Taothang alias Mangcha and Thonglan Khongsai, from Thangal Bazaar in the capital Imphal on August 24.
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August - 24 
According to Daily Excelsior, security forces (SFs) shot dead two cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit including an ‘area commander’ belonging to the Hindu community at Kalihand in the Doda district in the early hours of August 24. This is fo
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According to Daily Excelsior, security forces (SFs) shot dead two cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit including an ‘area commander’ belonging to the Hindu community at Kalihand in the Doda district in the early hours of August 24. This is for the first time that a minority community militant has been killed in the region though a couple of them had been arrested earlier, the newspaper added. The duo was identified as ‘area commander’ Kuldeep Kumar alias K K Sharma alias Kamran alias Waqar, a resident of Zihand in Doda, and Abdul Latief alias Khalid Kashmiri, a resident of Srinagar. Four grenades were recovered from the incident site. Police sources said Kuldeep Kumar was active in the HM since 1998 and was also reported to have converted to Islam.
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August - 24 
Eight civilians and six Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured in a grenade blast at Seri Bazaar in the Bhadarwah area of Doda district.
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Eight civilians and six Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured in a grenade blast at Seri Bazaar in the Bhadarwah area of Doda district.
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August - 24 
Henry V Jardine, Consul General of the United States of America in Kolkata, said in Imphal on August 24 that the militancy in Manipur is a domestic issue, which could only be resolved by the Government of India.
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Henry V Jardine, Consul General of the United States of America in Kolkata, said in Imphal on August 24 that the militancy in Manipur is a domestic issue, which could only be resolved by the Government of India.
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August - 24 
In the State, the Rajouri Police recovered 14 kg of RDX, 20 time devices, 20 electric detonators and some documents from a hide-out at Gurdanbala.
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In the State, the Rajouri Police recovered 14 kg of RDX, 20 time devices, 20 electric detonators and some documents from a hide-out at Gurdanbala.
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August - 24 
On August 24, SFs arrested two leaders of the Threatened Indigenous People’s Society, L Umakanta and Thabi, from Imphal for their alleged links with militant organizations, including the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL).
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On August 24, SFs arrested two leaders of the Threatened Indigenous People’s Society, L Umakanta and Thabi, from Imphal for their alleged links with militant organizations, including the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL).
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August - 24 
Security force (SF) personnel arrested a Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre, Joteshwas Urikhinbam alias Inaexha, from Chajing Karam Awang Leikai in the Thoubal district. While, a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, Wahengbam
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Security force (SF) personnel arrested a Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadre, Joteshwas Urikhinbam alias Inaexha, from Chajing Karam Awang Leikai in the Thoubal district. While, a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, Wahengbam Rajen alias Manglem, was also arrested from Tera Khongshangbi under Moirang police station jurisdiction in the Bishnupur district.
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August - 24 
The Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of the Mumbai Police said on August 24 that the two Pakistani terrorists, one of whom was killed in an encounter on August 21, had plans to attack five places in Mumbai, including the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre at An
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The Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of the Mumbai Police said on August 24 that the two Pakistani terrorists, one of whom was killed in an encounter on August 21, had plans to attack five places in Mumbai, including the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre at Anushakti Nagar and Siddhivinayak Temple, according to Press Trust of India. During interrogation, Mohammad Riaz Nawabuddin, who was arrested on August 21, has revealed that the duo was also planning to attack Western Railway line, Byculla and Bandra. "We have recovered a map from deceased Abu Osama’s place in Antop Hill in which the places have been highlighted. We suspect Siddhivinayak temple would also be on their list as the place where the temple is located has been marked as ‘SW’ on the map," ATS chief K P Raghuvanshi told reporters. Nawabuddin has disclosed that the duo had obtained training at a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) camp in Pakistan, Raghuvanshi informed. He also said Osama had come to Mumbai three days before he was killed and Riaz was in Mumbai for the last "five-six" months.
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August - 24 
The banned All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), in the August issue of Choba, the mouthpiece of its political front Tripura Peoples Democratic Front, has stated that peace talks with the Union Government should be started within a ‘pre-set framework’, rep
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The banned All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), in the August issue of Choba, the mouthpiece of its political front Tripura Peoples Democratic Front, has stated that peace talks with the Union Government should be started within a ‘pre-set framework’, reports Telegraph.
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August - 24 
The dead body of a Bru refugee, Jyotindra Reang, was recovered from a forest at Laxmipur under Kanchanpur police station in the North Tripura district on August 24-morning, according to Tripurainfo. However, further details were not reported from the
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The dead body of a Bru refugee, Jyotindra Reang, was recovered from a forest at Laxmipur under Kanchanpur police station in the North Tripura district on August 24-morning, according to Tripurainfo. However, further details were not reported from the incident site thus far.
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August - 24 
The Director General of Police (DGP) of Meghalaya, W. R. Marbaniang, said that counter-insurgency operations against the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) would continue in the State, despite the suspension of Army operations by the Union Govern
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The Director General of Police (DGP) of Meghalaya, W. R. Marbaniang, said that counter-insurgency operations against the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) would continue in the State, despite the suspension of Army operations by the Union Government in Assam, according to Sentinel. “We have taken care of ourselves and the army is only assisting us in (counter-insurgency operations). In 99 per cent cases, the state police are doing the job,” said the DGP
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August - 24 
The Kuki National Front (KNF) in a statement made available to the local media directed the people of Motbung area in Senapati district not to provide financial assistance to other militant groups.
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The Kuki National Front (KNF) in a statement made available to the local media directed the people of Motbung area in Senapati district not to provide financial assistance to other militant groups.
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August - 24 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) in a statement, warned of stern action against any Government department, officials, non-government organisations, public leaders and general public of Senapati district, if they fail to
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) in a statement, warned of stern action against any Government department, officials, non-government organisations, public leaders and general public of Senapati district, if they fail to cooperate with the outfit. The statement says that any violators of the directive will be treated as ‘anti-party element’ for which capital punishment will be awarded.
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August - 24 
The People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) in a statement on August 24, warned a police personnel, Mohammad Iqbal, to surrender to the outfit within five days for his alleged involvement in extortion from the general public.
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The People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) in a statement on August 24, warned a police personnel, Mohammad Iqbal, to surrender to the outfit within five days for his alleged involvement in extortion from the general public.
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August - 24 
The Special Operations Group of police in Jammu arrested three activists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and HM from Tikri on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway on August 24 when they were shifting a Hawala consignment from Rajouri to Kashmir. Separat
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The Special Operations Group of police in Jammu arrested three activists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and HM from Tikri on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway on August 24 when they were shifting a Hawala consignment from Rajouri to Kashmir. Separately, two more JeM cadres, identified as Gulshan Ahmed and Tariq Ahmed Hazzan, were arrested from the Kupwara district. Three AK magazines, 67 rounds, four hand grenades and five kg RDX were seized from them.
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August - 24 
The Union Government is reported to have sought a written assurance from the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) to come for peace talks as a condition for the release of its five arrested leaders, according to Assam Tribune. The Government also a
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The Union Government is reported to have sought a written assurance from the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) to come for peace talks as a condition for the release of its five arrested leaders, according to Assam Tribune. The Government also asked the ULFA to announce its team for negotiations and to specify a timeframe to start direct talks. However, the outfit reportedly rejected such conditions set by the Government.
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August - 24 
Two students of Class 10 and 9, including the brother of top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre Rafeeq Nai, presently operating from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), were arrested by the police from Surankote in the Poonch district. Mohammed Naseer, brother
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Two students of Class 10 and 9, including the brother of top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre Rafeeq Nai, presently operating from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), were arrested by the police from Surankote in the Poonch district. Mohammed Naseer, brother of Rafeeq Nai, a Class 10 student of Government School Harni and Azad Mohd Khan, a Class 9 student, both residents of Naka Majari were arrested on a tip off that they possessed a consignment of arms and ammunition, meant for Rafeeq Nai. On the disclosures of Nai’s brother, police recovered one pistol, two magazines and 16 rounds.
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August - 24 
16 people, including two girls, were wounded in two bomb blasts at Model Town close to a busy bus stand and headquarters of the Frontier Corps in Quetta. The first blast took place when a car parked near Pemra office blew up destroying three cars and
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16 people, including two girls, were wounded in two bomb blasts at Model Town close to a busy bus stand and headquarters of the Frontier Corps in Quetta. The first blast took place when a car parked near Pemra office blew up destroying three cars and damaging several nearby buildings, according to Dawn. As police commenced investigation, another explosion occurred at the other corner of the same plot. No one has claimed responsibility for the explosions so far.
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August - 24 
According to The News, the first-ever tribal Jirga (council) of its kind in the history of Dera Bugti in the Balochistan province held at the Jinnah Stadium on August 24 unanimously announced to abandon the “Sardari system” (a feudal system) in the B
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According to The News, the first-ever tribal Jirga (council) of its kind in the history of Dera Bugti in the Balochistan province held at the Jinnah Stadium on August 24 unanimously announced to abandon the “Sardari system” (a feudal system) in the Bugti tribe. The Jirga paid tributes to the Government for its development activities in Balochistan, including Dera Bugti and thanked President Pervez Musharraf “for emancipating the people of the area from the atrocities and excesses of the former tribal chief.” The Jirga, attended by thousands of tribesmen of Kalpar, Masoori, Firozani, Shambhani, Mandrani, Raheja and Marhata sub-tribes, assured complete support to the Government. Through a resolution, the Jirga reportedly reiterated its loyalty with Pakistan and “made it clear that any conspiracy against the country would be foiled with an iron hand.” “Today, we from the Bugti tribe, announce bringing an end to the Nawabi system and from now on the laws of Pakistan would be respected and adhered to,” declared another resolution. Yet another resolution called upon the Marri and other tribes to hand over accused Akbar Bugti and others to the Bugtis so that justice is done with them in accordance with the tribal traditions.
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August - 24 
Al Manar is seen as a mouthpiece of the Lebanese Hezbollah, and was categorised by US authorities in March 2006 as a terrorist entity, making it a crime to conduct any business with it.
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Al Manar is seen as a mouthpiece of the Lebanese Hezbollah, and was categorised by US authorities in March 2006 as a terrorist entity, making it a crime to conduct any business with it.
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August - 24 
Dawn has reported that a Pakistani man was due to appear in court in New York after being accused of providing a banned Hezbollah-linked television station to viewers in the city. Javed Iqbal allegedly offered to provide an undercover agent from the
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Dawn has reported that a Pakistani man was due to appear in court in New York after being accused of providing a banned Hezbollah-linked television station to viewers in the city. Javed Iqbal allegedly offered to provide an undercover agent from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) with satellite broadcasts by Arabic-language Al Manar, according to court documents seen by AFP. He faces up to five years in jail if convicted of charges under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. A search warrant issued by a New York court says that Iqbal was interviewed at the city’s Kennedy airport in May on returning from a trip to Lebanon and that an FBI agent entered his satellite television store some two weeks later. In ensuing conversations Iqbal was alleged to have offered broadcasts of the channel.
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August - 24 
Muslim clerics in the earthquake-affected Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) have reportedly told aid agencies to dismiss all local women employees or face violent protests. According to Daily Times, the threat was given to district officials and non-go
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Muslim clerics in the earthquake-affected Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) have reportedly told aid agencies to dismiss all local women employees or face violent protests. According to Daily Times, the threat was given to district officials and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Bagh on August 22. “We have told the administration that we will not allow NGOs to exploit our women and asked them to give a date suitable to them for removal of all female workers,” Syed Atta Ullah Shah, prayer leader of the Bagh central mosque, told AFP. “If our demand is not met then we will take direct action and extreme steps. There will be demonstrations and damage may be caused to public property and a law and order situation would be created in the area,” he warned.
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August - 24 
Sources told Daily Times that an exchange of fire between insurgents from the Marri tribe and SFs in Kohlu began on August 24-afternoon and continued for several hours resulting in the death of two soldiers and injuries to three.
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Sources told Daily Times that an exchange of fire between insurgents from the Marri tribe and SFs in Kohlu began on August 24-afternoon and continued for several hours resulting in the death of two soldiers and injuries to three.
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August - 24 
The Punjab Government has issued a list of 46 activists of a defunct outfit and directed the District Police Officer (DPO) to take them into custody to combat sectarianism, according to Dawn. The Government action against the defunct outfit follows t
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The Punjab Government has issued a list of 46 activists of a defunct outfit and directed the District Police Officer (DPO) to take them into custody to combat sectarianism, according to Dawn. The Government action against the defunct outfit follows the foiling of London airport plot and it has directed all DPOs to launch a crackdown on these activists. On August 24, the Satellite Town police arrested Qari Ghulam Murtaza of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and produced him before the local anti-terrorism court No 2. The police, however, produced him before the special branch from where he was released after taking a surety bond of his ‘good conduct’ within few hours. These activists will have to reportedly submit surety bonds of good conduct to the special branch. However, most of these activists have gone underground.
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August - 24 
The religious leader claimed locals were angered by “obscene” activities at NGOs. “They hire beautiful girls and take them to Islamabad for enjoyment. They keep women in offices as decoration pieces because we know that women have no work and there i
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The religious leader claimed locals were angered by “obscene” activities at NGOs. “They hire beautiful girls and take them to Islamabad for enjoyment. They keep women in offices as decoration pieces because we know that women have no work and there is no such work that men cannot do,” Shah said.
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August - 24 
Tribal elders and political leaders have rejected the Dera Bugti gathering and described it as a Government-sponsored drama, according to Dawn. The Khan of Kalat, Mir Suleman Daud, said that the Dera Bugti gathering had no importance as far as tribal
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Tribal elders and political leaders have rejected the Dera Bugti gathering and described it as a Government-sponsored drama, according to Dawn. The Khan of Kalat, Mir Suleman Daud, said that the Dera Bugti gathering had no importance as far as tribal traditions were concerned. “It could be considered a jirga of a class of Bugti tribesmen,” he said, adding that different quarters were talking about the abolition of a tribal system but with the passage of time it was becoming stronger, instead of becoming weak. “A tribal system also exists among Sindhis, Pushtoons and even among Punjabis,” the Khan of Kalat said, adding that a tribal system could not be abolished through such jirgas. He said the Government was involved in all the wrong things happening in Balochistan.
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August - 24 
Two soldiers are reported to have died and three sustained injuries in a gun battle between Baloch insurgents and security forces (SFs) on August 24, while 16 civilians were injured in two bomb blasts in the provincial capital Quetta.
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Two soldiers are reported to have died and three sustained injuries in a gun battle between Baloch insurgents and security forces (SFs) on August 24, while 16 civilians were injured in two bomb blasts in the provincial capital Quetta.
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August - 24 
Chief of the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Nepal, Ian Martin, has been appointed as the head of the UN mission to be stationed in Nepal, according to Kantipur. Martin will be assisted by political, elector
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Chief of the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Nepal, Ian Martin, has been appointed as the head of the UN mission to be stationed in Nepal, according to Kantipur. Martin will be assisted by political, electoral, military advisors and cease-fire monitoring experts.
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August - 24 
Over a dozen people were injured when Maoists attacked a protest rally organised against them by their former cadres and displaced people in Kalaiya, the district headquarters of Bara, on August 24-afternoon, Nepal News reports. Hundreds of Maoist vi
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Over a dozen people were injured when Maoists attacked a protest rally organised against them by their former cadres and displaced people in Kalaiya, the district headquarters of Bara, on August 24-afternoon, Nepal News reports. Hundreds of Maoist victims led by former local leaders of the outfit who were expelled from the latter a few days earlier staged demonstration against Maoist atrocities, reports said. A group of Maoists who were carrying canes indiscriminately beat up the protesters, severely injuring some of them.
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August - 24 
According to Daily Star, the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF), on August 24, released a woman, Krinch Lila Chakma, one of the six people abducted by the outfit from Horirampur in Naniachar sub-district in the Rangamati district on August 22.
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According to Daily Star, the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF), on August 24, released a woman, Krinch Lila Chakma, one of the six people abducted by the outfit from Horirampur in Naniachar sub-district in the Rangamati district on August 22.
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August - 24 
On August 24, Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) activists of Rajshahi University threatened Professor Hasan Azizul Haque with death for his speech on education and secularism at a seminar on August 21, according to Daily Star. In a rally organised by the I
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On August 24, Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) activists of Rajshahi University threatened Professor Hasan Azizul Haque with death for his speech on education and secularism at a seminar on August 21, according to Daily Star. In a rally organised by the ICS cadres, leaders like Zulfikar Nayeem, Mahbubur Rahman, Mokhlesur Rahman, Abul Alim and Nomani said that Prof. Hasan would have to die like Prof. Humayun Azad or leave the country like Taslima Nasrin.
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August - 24 
Police on August 24-night arrested seven extremists of PBCP’s Janajuddha faction at a rented house in the Sultanpur area of Satkhira district town. The arrested were identified as Sattar Sardar, Babul Sardar, Lutfor Rahman, Akhtaruzzaman, Abdul Alim,
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Police on August 24-night arrested seven extremists of PBCP’s Janajuddha faction at a rented house in the Sultanpur area of Satkhira district town. The arrested were identified as Sattar Sardar, Babul Sardar, Lutfor Rahman, Akhtaruzzaman, Abdul Alim, Babul Gazi, and Kamruzzaman. Police sources said that the extremists were collecting an amount of Taka One Lakh from a civilian of Kanipur village in Tala sub-district.
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August - 24 
The Hong Kong-based Asian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) has demanded the expulsion of Bangladesh from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) until it addresses abuses by the country’s police and security agencies, according to New Age. The
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The Hong Kong-based Asian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) has demanded the expulsion of Bangladesh from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) until it addresses abuses by the country’s police and security agencies, according to New Age. The AHRC has also said that Bangladesh should be banned from taking part in peacekeeping missions. In a report, the AHRC further said that police and judicial systems in Bangladesh are ‘in a serious state of collapse’. It also listed 33 cases of alleged killing, torture, rape and other abuses by the police and members of the Rapid Action Battalion.
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August - 24 
A day earlier, another civilian, identified as D.A. Lenin Perera, was killed by LTTE cadres in the Thorankadu area of Trincomalee district.
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A day earlier, another civilian, identified as D.A. Lenin Perera, was killed by LTTE cadres in the Thorankadu area of Trincomalee district.
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August - 24 
A LTTE operative in Canada, identified as "Waterloo Suresh" Sriskandarajah, allegedly used student couriers to smuggle war-related items to the outfit. The FBI documents claimed that he told the students to hide the contraband with "teddies and choco
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A LTTE operative in Canada, identified as "Waterloo Suresh" Sriskandarajah, allegedly used student couriers to smuggle war-related items to the outfit. The FBI documents claimed that he told the students to hide the contraband with "teddies and chocolates."
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August - 24 
According to reports, the office of Tamils Rehabilitation Organisation (TRO), a LTTE front organization, in the Jaffna district was torched with documents burnt. The head of the TRO, V. Sibanabiyar, said, “People wearing uniforms, carrying guns and t
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According to reports, the office of Tamils Rehabilitation Organisation (TRO), a LTTE front organization, in the Jaffna district was torched with documents burnt. The head of the TRO, V. Sibanabiyar, said, “People wearing uniforms, carrying guns and two or three cans of fuel chased away all the security guards. They broke into the offices, damaged our computers and then poured fuel over the place and set fire to it.”
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August - 24 
An aid worker attached to the United Office Project Firm, which is a New Zealand-funded aid agency working for Tsunami-affected civilians, identified as P. Lesly, was abducted and subsequently killed by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) ‘pi
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An aid worker attached to the United Office Project Firm, which is a New Zealand-funded aid agency working for Tsunami-affected civilians, identified as P. Lesly, was abducted and subsequently killed by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) ‘pistol gang’ cadres in the Thirukkovil area of Ampara district on August 24.
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August - 24 
Five cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and a Special Task Force (STF) personnel were killed in the Urani area of Batticaloa district on August 24. The Media Centre for National Security said that LTTE cadres attacked the STF perso
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Five cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and a Special Task Force (STF) personnel were killed in the Urani area of Batticaloa district on August 24. The Media Centre for National Security said that LTTE cadres attacked the STF personnel when they stopped several cyclists for checking which resulted in exchange of fire during which five cadres of the outfit and one STF personnel were killed. One T-56 weapon, one pistol, three hand grenades and one mobile phone were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 24 
Head of the LTTE peace secretariat, S. Puleedevan, said, "The LTTE is always committed to the ceasefire. But when the Sri Lankan military launches an offensive we have to neutralise their offensive capabilities."
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Head of the LTTE peace secretariat, S. Puleedevan, said, "The LTTE is always committed to the ceasefire. But when the Sri Lankan military launches an offensive we have to neutralise their offensive capabilities."
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August - 24 
On August 24, troops retaliated LTTE fire at Nawakkulam Forward Defence Line in the Omanthai area of Vavuniya district, killing one LTTE cadre. Troops also recovered one communication set and a T-56 weapon from the incident site.
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On August 24, troops retaliated LTTE fire at Nawakkulam Forward Defence Line in the Omanthai area of Vavuniya district, killing one LTTE cadre. Troops also recovered one communication set and a T-56 weapon from the incident site.
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August - 24 
One police personnel was killed when LTTE cadres carried out a claymore mine attack and subsequently opened fire at a police foot patrol in the Ottamavady area of Batticaloa district. One more police personnel sustained injuries in the incident, whil
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One police personnel was killed when LTTE cadres carried out a claymore mine attack and subsequently opened fire at a police foot patrol in the Ottamavady area of Batticaloa district. One more police personnel sustained injuries in the incident, while police arrested one suspect from the area along with a 20 m long flexible wire during the subsequent search operation.
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August - 24 
The functions of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) are expected to resume full scale from September with the Mission's non-European Union (EU) members, a SLMM spokesperson said. The new members as replacements from Norway and Iceland will arriv
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The functions of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) are expected to resume full scale from September with the Mission's non-European Union (EU) members, a SLMM spokesperson said. The new members as replacements from Norway and Iceland will arrive in Colombo in early September. The spokesperson added that the SLMM's Jaffna office was operating.
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August - 24 
The outgoing SLMM head, Ulf Henricsson, criticized the EU for imposing a ban on the LTTE. He told a news agency that he wrote a memo to the EU more than a month before ban was imposed in May, warning of a rise in violence and attacks in the capital C
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The outgoing SLMM head, Ulf Henricsson, criticized the EU for imposing a ban on the LTTE. He told a news agency that he wrote a memo to the EU more than a month before ban was imposed in May, warning of a rise in violence and attacks in the capital Colombo if the EU carried out its plan.
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August - 24 
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) reportedly destroyed a LTTE sea base in the Mullaitivu district as SLAF planes launched two air strikes on August 24-morning. Intelligence officials had monitored the base for one and a half years, and that it was "defi
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The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) reportedly destroyed a LTTE sea base in the Mullaitivu district as SLAF planes launched two air strikes on August 24-morning. Intelligence officials had monitored the base for one and a half years, and that it was "definitely a military target," an unnamed SLAF official said. The Defence Ministry spokesperson, Prasad Samarasinghe, said, “There were two air strikes on that target. They have taken out a Sea Tiger base.” However, the LTTE spokesperson Daya Master said that SLAF planes flew over outfit-held territory in the northeast, adding, "But so far I have not received information about an attack and where it has bombed."
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August - 24 
The Sri Lanka Military informed that 159 soldiers and 487 LTTE cadres were killed in 11 days of fighting over the last fortnight on the Jaffna peninsula.
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The Sri Lanka Military informed that 159 soldiers and 487 LTTE cadres were killed in 11 days of fighting over the last fortnight on the Jaffna peninsula.
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August - 24 
The Sri Lankan Government stated that it would consider a new cease-fire agreement (CFA) with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) only if it was offered by their chief, Velupillai Prabhakaran. Government spokesperson Keheliya Rambukwella said
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The Sri Lankan Government stated that it would consider a new cease-fire agreement (CFA) with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) only if it was offered by their chief, Velupillai Prabhakaran. Government spokesperson Keheliya Rambukwella said, "The government's position is very clear: There has to be a meaningful and effective cease-fire. Once it is put in writing by the (Tiger) leader Prabhakaran, then the government will consider it." He added, the any new CFA would need to have clear conditions written into it, such as restricting the outfit’s access to the sea. "We have areas that are very vulnerable and we cannot have them pounding our naval headquarters in eastern Trincomalee," he further added.
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August - 24 
United States court documents alleged that the LTTE was filling a shopping list of deadly arms to be used to blow up Indian aircraft, ships and even submarines. Front men for the outfit were trying to buy from undercover agents so-called "needles," R
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United States court documents alleged that the LTTE was filling a shopping list of deadly arms to be used to blow up Indian aircraft, ships and even submarines. Front men for the outfit were trying to buy from undercover agents so-called "needles," Russian-made SA-18 surface-to-air missiles, missile launchers, 500 AK-47s and unmanned aerial vehicles capable of jamming radio and radar frequencies, the Federal Bureau of Investigation documents indicate.
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August - 25 
A woman, identified as Shabnam alias Gudi, was shot dead by two terrorists in her house at Upper Dandi in the Doda district.
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A woman, identified as Shabnam alias Gudi, was shot dead by two terrorists in her house at Upper Dandi in the Doda district.
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August - 25 
According to Press Trust of India, 23 villagers were abducted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Dantewada district but police rescued them after a subsequent gun-battle. Armed Maoists had stopped five vehicles on August 25
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According to Press Trust of India, 23 villagers were abducted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Dantewada district but police rescued them after a subsequent gun-battle. Armed Maoists had stopped five vehicles on August 25-morning and abducted 23 passengers from a spot in the Gaganpalli area under Errabore police station, Superintendent of Police Om Prakash Pal informed. Following a combing operation, police personnel encountered the Maoists and the abducted passengers. After an exchange of fire, the Maoists escaped from the spot, leaving the hostages. However, five villagers, abducted earlier from the same spot, were yet to be traced, the police official added.
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August - 25 
According to The Hindu, India has lodged a strong protest with the Netherlands against the way Dutch authorities handled the detention of 12 Mumbai residents, all of them Indian nationals, after they were taken off a Northwest Airlines flight in Amst
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According to The Hindu, India has lodged a strong protest with the Netherlands against the way Dutch authorities handled the detention of 12 Mumbai residents, all of them Indian nationals, after they were taken off a Northwest Airlines flight in Amsterdam on August 23. The External Affairs Ministry spokesperson informed the media that Secretary (West), Shashi Tripathi, on August 25 summoned Dutch Ambassador, E.F.C.H. Neihe, and informed him that the manner in which the 12 Indian nationals were treated was not in conformity with friendly relations between India and the Netherlands. "No reason" had been found for the detention and no charges had been brought against the Mumbai residents. The Ambassador was informed that India took the handling of the incident "very seriously."
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August - 25 
According to The Imphal Free Press, on August 25, a civilian, identified as D Ashing Lamkang, shopping at Pallel bazaar in capital city of Imphal was killed by unidentified gunmen. Official sources said that after shooting him, the gunmen dragged Lam
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According to The Imphal Free Press, on August 25, a civilian, identified as D Ashing Lamkang, shopping at Pallel bazaar in capital city of Imphal was killed by unidentified gunmen. Official sources said that after shooting him, the gunmen dragged Lamkang to the bank of the nearby river Maha and hacked him with a spade. Police personnel recovered the injured civilian, who subsequently succumbed to his injuries on the way to the hospital.
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August - 25 
After a four day long gun-battle, SF personnel succeeded in neutralizing a terrorist at Khari in the Banihal area of Doda district. One AK rifle and some ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist Senior Superintendent of Police Basant Rath s
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After a four day long gun-battle, SF personnel succeeded in neutralizing a terrorist at Khari in the Banihal area of Doda district. One AK rifle and some ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist Senior Superintendent of Police Basant Rath said the body of an unidentified foreign mercenary was recovered from the maize crops during search operations after a fresh round of gun-battle on August 25-morning. A total of three terrorists were believed to be trapped in Khari for last four days. During exchange of firing, a Special Police Officer was killed on the first day while the next day, an Army soldier had died.
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August - 25 
An unidentified terrorist was reportedly killed in an encounter with the troops at Lalpora village in the Kupwara district.
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An unidentified terrorist was reportedly killed in an encounter with the troops at Lalpora village in the Kupwara district.
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August - 25 
Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, is reported to have said that the State Government would do “whatever is necessary” to facilitate direct peace talks between the Union Government and banned United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), according to Sent
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Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, is reported to have said that the State Government would do “whatever is necessary” to facilitate direct peace talks between the Union Government and banned United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), according to Sentinel. “The State Government is in favour of direct talks with the ULFA. We will play the role of facilitator and do whatever is necessary and possible for bringing ULFA to the negotiating table,” said Gogoi.
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August - 25 
During an encounter in the Mendhar area of Poonch district, an unidentified LeT cadre was killed by the security forces. One of his associates is reported to have escaped from the incident site. One AK-56 rifle, three magazines, 42 rounds, two hand g
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During an encounter in the Mendhar area of Poonch district, an unidentified LeT cadre was killed by the security forces. One of his associates is reported to have escaped from the incident site. One AK-56 rifle, three magazines, 42 rounds, two hand grenades, Re 1 in Indian currency, one wireless set, one pouch, one diary and one religious book were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 25 
Hindu reports that a group of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres attacked the Divisional Forest Office (Wildlife), about 13 km from Sringeri on the border of the Chikmagalur and Udupi districts on August 25 and destroyed documents an
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Hindu reports that a group of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres attacked the Divisional Forest Office (Wildlife), about 13 km from Sringeri on the border of the Chikmagalur and Udupi districts on August 25 and destroyed documents and furniture, besides setting a vehicle on fire. Superintendent of the Anti-Naxalite Force Chennaiah said, "before ransacking the office, the gang pasted bills and pamphlets of Maoist literature and also warned the authorities to remove the nearby Thanikod checkpost".
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August - 25 
India and Bangladesh, while discussing border management at the seventh Home Secretary level meeting in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, decided to send fact-finding teams of the Joint Boundary Working Group to visit disputed enclaves and territorie
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India and Bangladesh, while discussing border management at the seventh Home Secretary level meeting in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, decided to send fact-finding teams of the Joint Boundary Working Group to visit disputed enclaves and territories along international border, according to IANS. Two countries also reportedly exchanged lists of wanted criminals alleged to be taking shelter in each other's territory.
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August - 25 
On August 25, Home Minister M.P. Prakash stated that Maoist activities in the State have been contained. He said that the Government was ready to hold talks with the Maoists provided they laid down their weapons and expressed readiness to participate
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On August 25, Home Minister M.P. Prakash stated that Maoist activities in the State have been contained. He said that the Government was ready to hold talks with the Maoists provided they laid down their weapons and expressed readiness to participate in a meaningful dialogue. Every effort would be made rehabilitate the Maoists if they were ready to come back to the mainstream of society, he said. Their presence in the State was limited to a few districts such as Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Raichur and Bellary unlike in Andhra Pradesh where they had spread over 16 districts, he added. "The situation is not as grim as what is being made out to be in certain quarters. The naxalite presence in Karnataka is limited to only a few pockets," he said.
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August - 25 
Police neutralized a terrorist hide-out at Snehi in the Surankote area of Poonch district and recovered three Kenwood wireless sets, one I Com wireless set, one pistol with one magazine and six rounds and 750 AK rounds.
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Police neutralized a terrorist hide-out at Snehi in the Surankote area of Poonch district and recovered three Kenwood wireless sets, one I Com wireless set, one pistol with one magazine and six rounds and 750 AK rounds.
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August - 25 
Sangai Express reports that unidentified gunmen killed a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, D Ashing Lamkang, at Pallel Maning Leikai under Kakching police station jurisdiction in the Chandel district on August 25.
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Sangai Express reports that unidentified gunmen killed a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, D Ashing Lamkang, at Pallel Maning Leikai under Kakching police station jurisdiction in the Chandel district on August 25.
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August - 25 
SFs recovered six grenades, one rocket launcher and 250 AK rounds during a search operation at Palli Morh in the Kathua district.
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SFs recovered six grenades, one rocket launcher and 250 AK rounds during a search operation at Palli Morh in the Kathua district.
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August - 25 
Terrorists shot at and injured a woman, identified as Tahira in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district on August 25.
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Terrorists shot at and injured a woman, identified as Tahira in the Bandipora area of Baramulla district on August 25.
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August - 25 
The Deputy Inspector General of Police (Udhampur-Doda) Lalatendu Mohanty said that a cadre of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami, Riaz Ahmed (code name Manzoor), was shot dead by the security forces (SFs) during an encounter at Nagni in the Doda district o
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The Deputy Inspector General of Police (Udhampur-Doda) Lalatendu Mohanty said that a cadre of the Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami, Riaz Ahmed (code name Manzoor), was shot dead by the security forces (SFs) during an encounter at Nagni in the Doda district on August 25. One rifle, one magazine, two rounds and one grenade were recovered from his possession, according to Daily Excelsior. A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadre was also killed by the SFs at Marwah in the Doda district, Mohanty added. He identified the slain terrorist as Dilshad Ahmed (code name Tallah). One AK-56 rifle and one magazine were recovered from him.
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August - 25 
The Union Home Ministry has reportedly warned of the possibility of attacks by Pakistan-based terrorist groups during the 10-day Ganesh festival beginning on August 27. It has advised all States, especially Maharashtra, to ensure tight security and p
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The Union Home Ministry has reportedly warned of the possibility of attacks by Pakistan-based terrorist groups during the 10-day Ganesh festival beginning on August 27. It has advised all States, especially Maharashtra, to ensure tight security and prepare to foil any attempt by terrorist groups to foment trouble, according to The Hindu. A spokesperson of the Ministry said Maharashtra, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh were in particular asked to be more alert.
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August - 25 
Two dalam (squad) members of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) surrendered before the Anantapur district Superintendent of Police Sanjay Kumar Jain on August 25. Of the two Maoists, one was identified as a ‘Nallamala Protection Squad m
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Two dalam (squad) members of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) surrendered before the Anantapur district Superintendent of Police Sanjay Kumar Jain on August 25. Of the two Maoists, one was identified as a ‘Nallamala Protection Squad member’ and the other, a ‘Maddileru Platoon member’.
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August - 25 
Four insurgents and two security force (SF) personnel are reported to have died and an officer wounded on August 25 as the SFs used helicopter gun-ships to launch another operation in parts of the Kohlu district in Balochistan province. Dawn has repo
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Four insurgents and two security force (SF) personnel are reported to have died and an officer wounded on August 25 as the SFs used helicopter gun-ships to launch another operation in parts of the Kohlu district in Balochistan province. Dawn has reported that the SFs moved in to Karmo Wadh and Tartani areas near Kahan and used helicopter gun-ships to attack insurgents’ hideouts. The operation was launched two days ago, said sources. Azad Baloch, a spokesperson for the proscribed Balochistan Liberation Army, informed the media at the Quetta Press Club on telephone from an unknown place that armed insurgents were resisting the attacks. He claimed that over a dozen SF personnel had been killed and many others injured in the area. He also claimed killing Frontier Corps personnel in a landmine explosion in the Kamo Wadh area. However, official sources did not confirm any casualties to the SFs.
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August - 25 
Militants in the North Waziristan have extended the cease-fire by another 15 days as Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, has joined efforts to help clear some obstacles to an agreement for restoring peace in the
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Militants in the North Waziristan have extended the cease-fire by another 15 days as Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, has joined efforts to help clear some obstacles to an agreement for restoring peace in the tribal region, according to Dawn. “We are almost there. Everything has been decided. The story is almost finished but the government is a bit slow in responding to certain things,” Abdullah Farhad, militants’ chief spokesman told Dawn on phone from an undisclosed location. “We are satisfied with our talks so far but the government is a bit slow and we feel that if it wants then the whole matter (of the agreement) can be wrapped up very soon,” Farhad said. Sources said that two of the three issues that blocked the peace agreement had been taken care of. They are: release of about a dozen militants and return of the seized weaponry. Sources added that the Government had agreed to release 10 more militants, a fact acknowledged by Farhad. However, the main issue that remained to be worked out was withdrawal of military from the North Waziristan, one of the key militants’ demands. Farhad disclosed that an inter-tribal Jirga formed by the Government to negotiate peace with the militants met their Shura (council) in Khate Kallay near Miranshah, the regional headquarters of North Waziristan, on August 25.
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August - 25 
The family of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) chief, Hafiz Saeed, on August 25 filed a contempt petition against the Government for taking him to an undisclosed location during the period of his house arrest, the family's lawyer said, according to The Hindu. "
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The family of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) chief, Hafiz Saeed, on August 25 filed a contempt petition against the Government for taking him to an undisclosed location during the period of his house arrest, the family's lawyer said, according to The Hindu. "They should have sought the permission of the court before shifting him," Nazir Ahmed Ghazi, the lawyer representing the family, told The Hindu.
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August - 25 
The Home and Tribal Affairs Department of Balochistan Government has declared the two districts of the province, Dera Bugti and Chagai, as A-areas (In the B-areas the police do not operate). This was officially notified in the provincial capital Quet
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The Home and Tribal Affairs Department of Balochistan Government has declared the two districts of the province, Dera Bugti and Chagai, as A-areas (In the B-areas the police do not operate). This was officially notified in the provincial capital Quetta on August 25.
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August - 25 
The Interior Ministry said on August 25 that 134 incidents of terrorism had taken place in the country during the first five months of 2006, according to Daily Times. Addressing the National Assembly’s Question Hour session, Interior Minister Aftab S
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The Interior Ministry said on August 25 that 134 incidents of terrorism had taken place in the country during the first five months of 2006, according to Daily Times. Addressing the National Assembly’s Question Hour session, Interior Minister Aftab Sherpao said that 129 people had been killed and 354 injured in terrorist acts occurring between December 2005 and April 19, 2006.
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August - 25 
Addressing the function, Justice Aryal said the interim constitution was prepared only for the transitional period. The committee members agreed to leave the issue of interim legislature to be decided on the basis of consensus between the Seven Party
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Addressing the function, Justice Aryal said the interim constitution was prepared only for the transitional period. The committee members agreed to leave the issue of interim legislature to be decided on the basis of consensus between the Seven Party Alliance (SPA) and the Maoists but proposed mixed election system to conduct elections for the Constituent Assembly members.
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August - 25 
Nepal News reports that in Dailekh, Tilak Pariyar, ‘chief of the Maoist village government’, attacked Bhupendra Jung Shahi, a CPN-UML cadre and chairman of the management committee of a secondary school in Dandaparajul Village Development Committee (
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Nepal News reports that in Dailekh, Tilak Pariyar, ‘chief of the Maoist village government’, attacked Bhupendra Jung Shahi, a CPN-UML cadre and chairman of the management committee of a secondary school in Dandaparajul Village Development Committee (VDC), and injured him on August 25.
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August - 25 
Ram Bahadur Thapa alias ‘Badal’, a politburo member of the Maoists, has charged that there have been attempts to foil the elections of the constituent assembly by raising the issues of arms management. Speaking at a press meet organized by Morang bra
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Ram Bahadur Thapa alias ‘Badal’, a politburo member of the Maoists, has charged that there have been attempts to foil the elections of the constituent assembly by raising the issues of arms management. Speaking at a press meet organized by Morang branch of Federation of Nepalese Journalists on August 25, Badal said that the issue of arms management will automatically be settled if the date of the election of the constituent assembly was announced. "The most important issue for now is political solutions. Once interim statute is finalised and date for the constituent assembly elections is set, the arms issue will be automatically solved," he added
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August - 25 
Senior Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai has described the draft of the interim constitution as “empty bottle” in which political issues are yet to be finalized. Stating that the meeting of the ruling seven party alliance (SPA) is like a ritual, Bhatta
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Senior Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai has described the draft of the interim constitution as “empty bottle” in which political issues are yet to be finalized. Stating that the meeting of the ruling seven party alliance (SPA) is like a ritual, Bhattarai added that the ruling SPA is neglecting their call for political outlet.
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August - 25 
The draft statue also said that the National Security Council, headed by the Prime Minister, will oversee mobilization of the Nepali Army. The Committee suggested that there could be two organizations in Nepal-- Nepali Army and People's Liberation Ar
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The draft statue also said that the National Security Council, headed by the Prime Minister, will oversee mobilization of the Nepali Army. The Committee suggested that there could be two organizations in Nepal-- Nepali Army and People's Liberation Army. Both will be confined to their respective barracks and camps during the constituent assembly election. They will be under interim legislature and interim government. The Prime Minister will be the supreme commander. A unified national army will be formed through mutual agreement after the constituent assembly election.
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August - 25 
The ICDC has recommended that the fate of monarchy should be decided by a referendum, which should be held along with constituent assembly election. The members of the panel decided to keep the King without any power but they are silent regarding sta
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The ICDC has recommended that the fate of monarchy should be decided by a referendum, which should be held along with constituent assembly election. The members of the panel decided to keep the King without any power but they are silent regarding status of queen, crown prince and other royal family members. In the draft, the authority conferred by article 122 of the 1990 statute to the King to grant pardon and commute or remit sentences imposed by all courts and to appoint Ambassadors and to receive credentials from Ambassadors has been scrapped. There are 26 parts and 172 articles in the new statute as against 23 parts and 133 articles in the 1990 constitution.
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August - 25 
The Interim Constitution Drafting Committee (ICDC) submitted the draft interim constitution to the peace negotiating teams of the Government and Maoist insurgents on August 25. Coordinator of the ICDC and former Justice Laxman Prasad Aryal handed ove
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The Interim Constitution Drafting Committee (ICDC) submitted the draft interim constitution to the peace negotiating teams of the Government and Maoist insurgents on August 25. Coordinator of the ICDC and former Justice Laxman Prasad Aryal handed over the 76-page draft separately to leader of the Government team and Home Minister, Krishna Prasad Sitaula, and coordinator of the Maoist team, Krishna Bahadur Mahara, during a function organised at the Peace Secretariat within the Singh Durbar premises of Kathmandu.
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August - 25 
India and Bangladesh, while discussing border management at the seventh Home Secretary level meeting in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, decided to send fact-finding teams of the Joint Boundary Working Group to visit disputed enclaves and territorie
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India and Bangladesh, while discussing border management at the seventh Home Secretary level meeting in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, decided to send fact-finding teams of the Joint Boundary Working Group to visit disputed enclaves and territories along international border, according to IANS. Two countries also reportedly exchanged lists of wanted criminals alleged to be taking shelter in each other's territory.
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August - 25 
Police arrested three extremists belonging to the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) at Shahpur village in Tala sub-district of the Satkhira district on August 25, according to Daily Star. The arrested have been identified
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Police arrested three extremists belonging to the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) at Shahpur village in Tala sub-district of the Satkhira district on August 25, according to Daily Star. The arrested have been identified as Abdul Ali Gazi, Hossain Ali Gazi and Ujir Ali Gazi.
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August - 25 
Six bombs were recovered by the police at Kalampur village in the Kaliakoir sub-district of Gazipur district on August 25, reports Daily Star. However, no one has been arrested in connection with the incident.
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Six bombs were recovered by the police at Kalampur village in the Kaliakoir sub-district of Gazipur district on August 25, reports Daily Star. However, no one has been arrested in connection with the incident.
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August - 25 
Suspected extremists of the Lal Pataka faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), on August 25, killed four police personnel at Chowbaria cattle market in Naogaon and decamped with their arms and ammunition. A Jubo Dal leader too died durin
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Suspected extremists of the Lal Pataka faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), on August 25, killed four police personnel at Chowbaria cattle market in Naogaon and decamped with their arms and ammunition. A Jubo Dal leader too died during the attack. According to Daily Star, the killings are believed to be in retaliation for several incidents, including the death of a top PBCP leader, in crossfire with the Rapid Action Battalion last month and 11 other outlaws in a police raid in Pabna on August 17. Police sources said that three rifles, pistol and ammunition of the police personnel were taken away by the extremists.
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August - 25 
Also, LTTE cadres triggered a claymore mine explosion targeting naval troops on foot patrol at Pesali in the Mannar district. However, no casualties were reported.
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Also, LTTE cadres triggered a claymore mine explosion targeting naval troops on foot patrol at Pesali in the Mannar district. However, no casualties were reported.
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August - 25 
Following the meeting, the LTTE decided to release the third Sri Lankan police personnel, B.W. Bopetigoda, detained since October 11, 2005, reported Tamil Net. LTTE chief V. Prabhakaran ordered the release following a request from Henricsson. As repo
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Following the meeting, the LTTE decided to release the third Sri Lankan police personnel, B.W. Bopetigoda, detained since October 11, 2005, reported Tamil Net. LTTE chief V. Prabhakaran ordered the release following a request from Henricsson. As reported earlier, the LTTE detained three members of the Sri Lanka Police, K.A.D. Sarath, W.G.D.S. Hemantha and B.W.Bopetigoda, allegedly for trespassing into the outfit-held area in Mannar and later released two of them. However, the Government has informed that they entered the area by mistake when pursuing a convicted British paedophile hiding in Mannar.
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August - 25 
Grenade hidden inside a bush ahead of the Muhamalai Forward Defence Line exploded when a soldier on duty fired at it on suspicion, injuring the soldier.
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Grenade hidden inside a bush ahead of the Muhamalai Forward Defence Line exploded when a soldier on duty fired at it on suspicion, injuring the soldier.
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August - 25 
On August 25, one LTTE cadre was killed when police personnel retaliated LTTE fire in the Thirukkovil area of Ampara district. Two police personnel sustained injuries in the incident, while one 9 mm pistol, one magazine with ammunition and cyanide ca
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On August 25, one LTTE cadre was killed when police personnel retaliated LTTE fire in the Thirukkovil area of Ampara district. Two police personnel sustained injuries in the incident, while one 9 mm pistol, one magazine with ammunition and cyanide capsule was recovered in the possession of dead LTTE cadre.
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August - 25 
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets attacked a LTTE base east of Iranamadu in the Kilinochchi district and destroyed several camps there. Military spokesperson, Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe, said that SLAF planes carried out an air strike on an identifi
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Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets attacked a LTTE base east of Iranamadu in the Kilinochchi district and destroyed several camps there. Military spokesperson, Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe, said that SLAF planes carried out an air strike on an identified LTTE target in Kilinochchi, adding, “We had information that they had some unauthorized air assets, and as they pose a threat to our Palali air base and to the region, we have conducted an air raid.” He further added that the air strike hit its target, situated near an airstrip north of Kilinochchi, successfully. Earlier on August 24, security forces reportedly destroyed four identified LTTE bunkers and a roadblock in the Vavunathivu area of Batticaloa district.
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August - 25 
Sri Lanka's Upcountry People's Front leader P. Chandrasekaran, who joined the Government and was sworn in as the Minister of Community Development and Social Inequity Eradication, told the media that prior to taking this decision, he discussed it wit
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Sri Lanka's Upcountry People's Front leader P. Chandrasekaran, who joined the Government and was sworn in as the Minister of Community Development and Social Inequity Eradication, told the media that prior to taking this decision, he discussed it with the LTTE leader Tamilselvan.
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August - 25 
The dead bodies of a civilian and an off-duty soldier killed by LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres were recovered from railway track near the Vavuniya railway station. Elsewhere, an attack launched by LTTE cadres towards the Mahakachchakodiya Forward Defence
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The dead bodies of a civilian and an off-duty soldier killed by LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres were recovered from railway track near the Vavuniya railway station. Elsewhere, an attack launched by LTTE cadres towards the Mahakachchakodiya Forward Defence Line killed one soldier. Troops killed one cadre of the outfit in the retaliatory fire.
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August - 25 
The dead body of a civilian with gun shot injuries was recovered at Welikanda on the Polonnaruwa-Batticaloa main road. One women home guard was shot at and injured by LTTE cadres in the Vavuniya town.
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The dead body of a civilian with gun shot injuries was recovered at Welikanda on the Polonnaruwa-Batticaloa main road. One women home guard was shot at and injured by LTTE cadres in the Vavuniya town.
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August - 25 
The new chief of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM), Lars Johan Sølvberg, accompanied by the outgoing head of the SLMM, Ulf Henricsson, visited the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-held Kilinochchi on August 25 as part of a familiarizatio
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The new chief of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM), Lars Johan Sølvberg, accompanied by the outgoing head of the SLMM, Ulf Henricsson, visited the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-held Kilinochchi on August 25 as part of a familiarization tour. They held talks with the political head of the outfit, S.P. Tamilselvan.
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August - 25 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as C. Lingeswaran, near Kaddudai Junction in the Manipay area of Jaffna district on August 25, according to Tamil Net.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as C. Lingeswaran, near Kaddudai Junction in the Manipay area of Jaffna district on August 25, according to Tamil Net.
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August - 26 
Terrorists killed a young girl by slitting her throat in her residence at village Sajan in Doda.
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Terrorists killed a young girl by slitting her throat in her residence at village Sajan in Doda.
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August - 26 
Unidentified gunmen shot at and wounded a civilian, who works as a waiter at a restaurant in Imphal on August 26.
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Unidentified gunmen shot at and wounded a civilian, who works as a waiter at a restaurant in Imphal on August 26.
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August - 26 
Nawab Akbar Bugti, the leader of the Bugti tribe and President of the Jamhoori Watan Party (JWP) and also the driving force behind the anti-Government rebellion in Balochistan, was killed in a massive military operation in the Bhambore Hills, an area
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Nawab Akbar Bugti, the leader of the Bugti tribe and President of the Jamhoori Watan Party (JWP) and also the driving force behind the anti-Government rebellion in Balochistan, was killed in a massive military operation in the Bhambore Hills, an area between the cities of Kohlu and Dera Bugti in the Balochistan Province on August 26, according to Daily Times. “Yes, Nawab Bugti has been killed in the operation,” said Federal Information Minister Mohammad Ali Durrani. As many as 21 army commandos and 37 rebels had also been killed in the same operation, which targeted 50 to 80 of Nawab Bugti’s closest family members and top commanders. Reports also indicated that Balochistan Liberation Army Chief Balach Marri and Nawab Bugti’s grandsons Brahamdagh and Mir Ali Bugti were also killed in the fighting. Nawab Bugti’s location was discovered three days ago and security forces had besieged the hills where he was hiding, the report added. Sources said that Nawab Bugti’s whereabouts were established by monitoring satellite phone intercepts. “It is presumed that Akbar Bugti and a number of other terrorists have been killed,” an official statement said. It said that heavy fire was exchanged, which resulted in a cave-in, which buried all those inside, including Nawab Bugti and a large number of his top aides.
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August - 26 
Locals of Dubarkot in the Dhanusha district on August 26 apprehended four Maoist cadres and subsequently handed them over to the police. The Maoists were apprehended on the charge of forcibly making a school principal sign ‘contract papers’ that said
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Locals of Dubarkot in the Dhanusha district on August 26 apprehended four Maoist cadres and subsequently handed them over to the police. The Maoists were apprehended on the charge of forcibly making a school principal sign ‘contract papers’ that said the principal would pay them money.
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August - 26 
Nepal News reports that a pregnant woman of Hardiya-7 in Saptari district died in Maoist custody on August 26, three day after the Maoists took her away. The deceased, Fulo Devi Yadav, was taken by the Maoists on charges of maintaining an illicit rel
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Nepal News reports that a pregnant woman of Hardiya-7 in Saptari district died in Maoist custody on August 26, three day after the Maoists took her away. The deceased, Fulo Devi Yadav, was taken by the Maoists on charges of maintaining an illicit relationship
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August - 26 
Police in six northern districts, Rajshahi, Naogaon, Chapainawabganj, Bogra, Pabna and Sirajganj, have launched combing operations in the areas identified as 'outlaw prone'. Police personnel have also been put on high alert following receipt of infor
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Police in six northern districts, Rajshahi, Naogaon, Chapainawabganj, Bogra, Pabna and Sirajganj, have launched combing operations in the areas identified as 'outlaw prone'. Police personnel have also been put on high alert following receipt of information that the PBCP extremists are active in the region.
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August - 26 
On August 26, troops damaged one LTTE boat in a retaliatory fire on a flotilla of LTTE boats in the seas off Elephant Point. One civilian was injured in the LTTE fire.
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On August 26, troops damaged one LTTE boat in a retaliatory fire on a flotilla of LTTE boats in the seas off Elephant Point. One civilian was injured in the LTTE fire.
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August - 26 
One soldier was injured in a LTTE fire towards an Army picket point at Meesalai in the Jaffna district. Separately, on August 26, a home guard was shot at and injured in the Deegawapiya area of Ampara district
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One soldier was injured in a LTTE fire towards an Army picket point at Meesalai in the Jaffna district. Separately, on August 26, a home guard was shot at and injured in the Deegawapiya area of Ampara district
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August - 26 
Six soldiers were killed and four others sustained injuries when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) exploded in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district on August 26. Troops were conducting cleari
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Six soldiers were killed and four others sustained injuries when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) exploded in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district on August 26. Troops were conducting clearing operation in the area.
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August - 26 
Troops killed 12 cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in a retaliatory fire following LTTE mortar fire targeting the Chenkalady Army detachment in the Batticaloa district on August 26, in which five civilians were injured as the mort
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Troops killed 12 cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in a retaliatory fire following LTTE mortar fire targeting the Chenkalady Army detachment in the Batticaloa district on August 26, in which five civilians were injured as the mortars missed their intended target and fell on a nearby village. A Defence spokesperson said, "They were trying to encroach into our area. They fired mortars and we countered with heavy weapons. Twelve LTTE (Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam) were killed, 20 were injured. The bodies have probably been taken away."
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August - 26 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, Sithamparapillai Sivashankar, in the Mallakam area of Jaffna district on August 26, according to Tamil Net. Elsewhere, another civilian, identified as C.Vijeyakantharasa, was shot dead by unidentified ass
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, Sithamparapillai Sivashankar, in the Mallakam area of Jaffna district on August 26, according to Tamil Net. Elsewhere, another civilian, identified as C.Vijeyakantharasa, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Punnalaikadduvan area, the Website added.
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August - 27 
A terrorist escaped from the Kunzer Police Station in the Tangmarg area of Baramulla district. Reyaz Ahmed Khan of Kunzer was arrested on May 17, 2006.
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A terrorist escaped from the Kunzer Police Station in the Tangmarg area of Baramulla district. Reyaz Ahmed Khan of Kunzer was arrested on May 17, 2006.
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August - 27 
In the State, SFs neutralized a terrorist hideout in the Mandi area of Poonch district and recovered two grenade launchers, two Chinese-make hand grenades, seven IED remote control batteries, 21 UBGL grenades, six anti-tank rifle grenades, four 82mm
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In the State, SFs neutralized a terrorist hideout in the Mandi area of Poonch district and recovered two grenade launchers, two Chinese-make hand grenades, seven IED remote control batteries, 21 UBGL grenades, six anti-tank rifle grenades, four 82mm mortar bombs, 22 electric detonators, four kg TNT explosives and one missile type bomb.
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August - 27 
India is reported to have conveyed to Bangladesh its concern over the increasing anti-India activities of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from its soil, according to Press Trust of India. At four-day Home Secretary-level talks which conc
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India is reported to have conveyed to Bangladesh its concern over the increasing anti-India activities of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from its soil, according to Press Trust of India. At four-day Home Secretary-level talks which concluded in Dhaka on August 27, India pointed out that recent terrorist incidents in its territory have clear links with Bangladeshi nationals and outfits, including the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI). Home Secretary V.K. Duggal, who led the Indian delegation, sought action against militant outfits, including the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), operating from Bangladesh’s territory.
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August - 27 
Sangai Express quoting official sources reports that a security force (SF) personnel was killed during an encounter with suspected People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadres at Saiton under Moirang police station jurisdiction in the B
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Sangai Express quoting official sources reports that a security force (SF) personnel was killed during an encounter with suspected People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadres at Saiton under Moirang police station jurisdiction in the Bishnupur district on August 27.
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August - 27 
Security force (SF) personnel arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Arun Kumar, from Awang Khunou under Patsoi police station jurisdiction in the Imphal West district.
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Security force (SF) personnel arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Arun Kumar, from Awang Khunou under Patsoi police station jurisdiction in the Imphal West district.
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August - 27 
Security force (SF) personnel killed a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) cadre during an encounter in the Ganderbal area of capital Srinagar on August 27, according to Daily Excelsior. An AK Rifle, four magazines, 185 rounds and a grenade were seized from his
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Security force (SF) personnel killed a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) cadre during an encounter in the Ganderbal area of capital Srinagar on August 27, according to Daily Excelsior. An AK Rifle, four magazines, 185 rounds and a grenade were seized from his possession.
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August - 27 
Terrorists shot at and wounded two contractors, Mohammad Shafi Malik and Abdul Qayoom, at Arwani in the Anantnag district. Both had reportedly been asked by terrorists to pay donations to them.
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Terrorists shot at and wounded two contractors, Mohammad Shafi Malik and Abdul Qayoom, at Arwani in the Anantnag district. Both had reportedly been asked by terrorists to pay donations to them.
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August - 27 
The Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) stated that it discussed the issue of Garo Hills with the Union Government in New Delhi on an unspecified date in July 2006, according to delayed reports. The ‘publicity secretary’ of the outfit, Arist Sang
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The Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) stated that it discussed the issue of Garo Hills with the Union Government in New Delhi on an unspecified date in July 2006, according to delayed reports. The ‘publicity secretary’ of the outfit, Arist Sangma, while speaking to Shillong Times, said, "We submitted our memorandum and said separate Garoland was our demand."
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August - 27 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) in a press statement on August 26 cautioned the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) for any untoward incident, caused either directly or indirectly, in th
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) in a press statement on August 26 cautioned the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) for any untoward incident, caused either directly or indirectly, in the aftermath of the ‘quit notice’ it had served to the Tangkhuls in Nagaland and warnings on several civil society groups like the Naga Hoho.
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August - 27 
“Violence has continued throughout the province... Protesters have burnt government offices, shops and vehicles,” Balochistan Interior Minister Shoaib Nausherwani told Reuters. A group of students burnt the Polytechnic Institute on Sariab Road. Prote
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“Violence has continued throughout the province... Protesters have burnt government offices, shops and vehicles,” Balochistan Interior Minister Shoaib Nausherwani told Reuters. A group of students burnt the Polytechnic Institute on Sariab Road. Protesters broke the windows of six ambulances at the Bolan Medical College complex, burnt six UN vehicles and three motorcycles, attacked two press photographers, and threw stones at banks. Sources told Daily Times that police detained some 100 Baloch students, including Gulzar Baloch, general secretary of the Baloch Students Organisation, bringing the total detained in provincial capital Quetta to approximately 550.
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August - 27 
According to Dawn, the US Government has barred two relatives of Hamid Hayat, a Pakistani-American convicted of supporting terrorists, from returning to the country after a long stay in Pakistan. Mohammad Ismail, a 45-year-old naturalised citizen bor
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According to Dawn, the US Government has barred two relatives of Hamid Hayat, a Pakistani-American convicted of supporting terrorists, from returning to the country after a long stay in Pakistan. Mohammad Ismail, a 45-year-old naturalised citizen born in Pakistan, and his 18-year-old son Jaber Ismail, who was born in the United States, have not been charged with any crime. However, they are the uncle and cousin of 23-year old Hamid Hayat, who was convicted in April 2006 of supporting terrorists by attending a Pakistani training camp.
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August - 27 
At least three persons were killed on August 27 as protests spread in the Balochistan province and Baloch-populated areas in Karachi after Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti’s death in a military operation on August 26, according to Daily Times.
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At least three persons were killed on August 27 as protests spread in the Balochistan province and Baloch-populated areas in Karachi after Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti’s death in a military operation on August 26, according to Daily Times.
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August - 27 
Chief of the Jamaat-e-Islami, Qazi Hussain Ahmad, said that the MMA’s anti-government campaign would end on September 6 when the masses would show their dislike for the Musharraf government by attending a public meeting in Rawalpindi.
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Chief of the Jamaat-e-Islami, Qazi Hussain Ahmad, said that the MMA’s anti-government campaign would end on September 6 when the masses would show their dislike for the Musharraf government by attending a public meeting in Rawalpindi.
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August - 27 
Hundreds of protesters burnt a bank, an airline office and two other buildings in Gwadar. A powerful blast destroyed a National Data Base and Registration Authority office while protesters burnt a telephone exchange in the Kalat district. In Khuzdar,
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Hundreds of protesters burnt a bank, an airline office and two other buildings in Gwadar. A powerful blast destroyed a National Data Base and Registration Authority office while protesters burnt a telephone exchange in the Kalat district. In Khuzdar, violent protesters blocked the Quetta-Karachi highway and around 30 people were injured in clashes with the police. The protesters also attacked Punjabi settlers and they reportedly had to take refuge in a police station. Several shops were burnt in Panjgur while the police managed to disperse angry Baloch youth trying to set ablaze offices of some banks. There were also reports of violent protests from almost all districts of Balochistan.
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August - 27 
In Karachi, Baloch youths torched several shops and vehicles in the Baloch-populated areas including Kalri, Chakiwara, Baghdadi, Kalakot, Shah Bagh Lane, Singho Lane, Jehangir Road, Patel Para, Old Golimar, Asho Goth, Ghazi Town, Mawach Goth and Yous
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In Karachi, Baloch youths torched several shops and vehicles in the Baloch-populated areas including Kalri, Chakiwara, Baghdadi, Kalakot, Shah Bagh Lane, Singho Lane, Jehangir Road, Patel Para, Old Golimar, Asho Goth, Ghazi Town, Mawach Goth and Yousuf Goth.
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August - 27 
Protesters burnt several official buildings besides assaulting Punjabi settlers in the Noshki district on August 27. Sources said protesters also burnt at least 40 shops owned by Punjabis. Police said that six protesters were arrested while three peo
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Protesters burnt several official buildings besides assaulting Punjabi settlers in the Noshki district on August 27. Sources said protesters also burnt at least 40 shops owned by Punjabis. Police said that six protesters were arrested while three people were injured in clashes with the police.
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August - 27 
Protesters took to the streets of Quetta, burning vehicles, banks and a petrol station. Despite a curfew imposed by the Balochistan Government in provincial capital Quetta and Noshki district and the deployment of paramilitary troops, three people we
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Protesters took to the streets of Quetta, burning vehicles, banks and a petrol station. Despite a curfew imposed by the Balochistan Government in provincial capital Quetta and Noshki district and the deployment of paramilitary troops, three people were killed in an exchange of fire. Angry mobs reportedly set ablaze at least 20 buses, 60 cars and several official buildings, including security check posts. Around 450 students of the Balochistan University, Bolan Medical College and Polytechnic Institute were arrested for violence while the four-party Baloch National Alliance and the Baloch Students Organisation has announced a 15-day mourning period for Nawab Bugti. The alliance also announced it would observe a complete strike in the province today (August 28).
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August - 27 
The Federal Information Minister, Mohammad Ali Durrani, said on August 27 in Islamabad that the body of Nawab Akbar Bugti had not yet been taken out from the rubble of the bunker destroyed in the military operation and that it would be buried in the
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The Federal Information Minister, Mohammad Ali Durrani, said on August 27 in Islamabad that the body of Nawab Akbar Bugti had not yet been taken out from the rubble of the bunker destroyed in the military operation and that it would be buried in the presence of members of the bereaved family. The minister made these remarks at a press conference in response to a demand by Nawab Bugti’s son, Talal Bugti, that his father and other slain relatives be buried in their ancestral graveyard in Dera Bugti. Durrani also informed that it was unclear whether Nawab Bugti’s grandsons, Brahmadagh and Mirali, had also been killed in the raid.
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August - 27 
The Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) is to stage a countrywide strike on September 1 to protest against the killing of veteran Balochistan politician Nawab Akbar Bugti in a military raid on August 26. The strike was announced in a rally where speakers r
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The Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) is to stage a countrywide strike on September 1 to protest against the killing of veteran Balochistan politician Nawab Akbar Bugti in a military raid on August 26. The strike was announced in a rally where speakers reiterated that the ongoing military operations in Balochistan and Waziristan were jeopardising the country’s integrity. Political leaders criticised the Government for initiating a military operation that culminated in the killing of Bugti.
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August - 27 
The operation against “miscreants” in Balochistan will continue, the Government decided at a meeting chaired by President Pervez Musharraf on August 27. Sources told Daily Times that Gen. Musharraf observed that Nawab Akbar Bugti’s killing would not
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The operation against “miscreants” in Balochistan will continue, the Government decided at a meeting chaired by President Pervez Musharraf on August 27. Sources told Daily Times that Gen. Musharraf observed that Nawab Akbar Bugti’s killing would not stop the operation against “miscreants” to establish the writ of the Government in Balochistan. The President reportedly expressed reservation at statements from some members of the ruling coalition condemning the killing, and stressed the need for unity in the Government. He said he favoured talks to resolve the problems of Balochistan, but added that tribal chiefs who ran militant training camps and private militias could not be tolerated. Bugti, he said, had refused to accept the Government’s writ and had undermined the security of the country.
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August - 27 
US authorities said that the men, both Lodi residents, would not be allowed back into the country unless they agreed to Federal Bureau of Investigation interrogations in Pakistan. An attorney representing the family said agents have asked whether the
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US authorities said that the men, both Lodi residents, would not be allowed back into the country unless they agreed to Federal Bureau of Investigation interrogations in Pakistan. An attorney representing the family said agents have asked whether the younger Ismail trained in terrorist camps in Pakistan.
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August - 27 
An armed group of 20 Maoists reportedly abducted one Raj Kumar Kusiyat of Shripur Jabdi-5 from his house.
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An armed group of 20 Maoists reportedly abducted one Raj Kumar Kusiyat of Shripur Jabdi-5 from his house.
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August - 27 
According to Daily Star, the Government is yet to bring any specific charges against the 27 militants arrested during a training session at a Qwami madrassa (seminary)-cum-militant hideout in Mymensingh on August 2. The report says that police did no
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According to Daily Star, the Government is yet to bring any specific charges against the 27 militants arrested during a training session at a Qwami madrassa (seminary)-cum-militant hideout in Mymensingh on August 2. The report says that police did not even file a General Diary against them. So far only 11 arrested persons have been taken on remand for questioning. Police sources said that they are waiting for reports confirming whether the material seized were explosives. Sub-Inspector Rabiul Islam of Bhaluka Police Station said, “I have been pressing repeatedly for confirmation but to no avail. The Directorate of Explosives and Criminal Investigation Department is yet to send us the reports.”
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August - 27 
India is reported to have conveyed to Bangladesh its concern over the increasing anti-India activities of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from its soil, according to Press Trust of India. At four-day Home Secretary-level talks which conc
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India is reported to have conveyed to Bangladesh its concern over the increasing anti-India activities of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from its soil, according to Press Trust of India. At four-day Home Secretary-level talks which concluded in Dhaka on August 27, India pointed out that recent terrorist incidents in its territory have clear links with Bangladeshi nationals and outfits, including the Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI). Home Secretary V.K. Duggal, who led the Indian delegation, sought action against militant outfits, including the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), operating from Bangladesh’s territory.
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August - 27 
Another woman who was shot at and injured by LTTE cadres on August 27 when she opposed to their attempt to abduct and conscript her son to the outfit reportedly succumbed to her injuries later.
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Another woman who was shot at and injured by LTTE cadres on August 27 when she opposed to their attempt to abduct and conscript her son to the outfit reportedly succumbed to her injuries later.
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August - 27 
LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a Muslim civilian, identified as Mohomad Jefthri Abdul, in the Linganagar area of Trincomalee district.
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LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a Muslim civilian, identified as Mohomad Jefthri Abdul, in the Linganagar area of Trincomalee district.
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August - 27 
LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards Police personnel providing security near the office of Eelam People’s Democratic Party in the Vavuniya district. However, no casualties were reported.
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LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards Police personnel providing security near the office of Eelam People’s Democratic Party in the Vavuniya district. However, no casualties were reported.
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August - 27 
LTTE cadres shot at and injured a woman who refused to hand over her young son to the outfit at Vandaramoolai in the Batticaloa district.
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LTTE cadres shot at and injured a woman who refused to hand over her young son to the outfit at Vandaramoolai in the Batticaloa district.
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August - 27 
LTTE cadres shot dead a civilian, identified as Sinnaraja, and his sister Wimalakumari Komalan inside their home at Mavadiwembu.
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LTTE cadres shot dead a civilian, identified as Sinnaraja, and his sister Wimalakumari Komalan inside their home at Mavadiwembu.
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August - 27 
On August 27, the death toll of soldiers in the LTTE-triggered Improvised Explosive Device blast at Muhamalai in Jaffna on August 26 rose to nine. Nine others were injured in the incident.
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On August 27, the death toll of soldiers in the LTTE-triggered Improvised Explosive Device blast at Muhamalai in Jaffna on August 26 rose to nine. Nine others were injured in the incident.
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August - 27 
President Mahinda Rajapakse called for a bigger role by India in Sri Lanka's peace process. In an interview to India Today magazine, he said, "I have been repeatedly requesting the Indian Government to play a much bigger role in helping Sri Lanka sol
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President Mahinda Rajapakse called for a bigger role by India in Sri Lanka's peace process. In an interview to India Today magazine, he said, "I have been repeatedly requesting the Indian Government to play a much bigger role in helping Sri Lanka solve its crisis. It is not just I who look to India for this, the whole world is looking to India to provide the initiative to move the peace process forward." He said, "We need India's help in the seas around Jaffna and Trincomalee to prevent arms for terrorists being smuggled in to our country. We make a special appeal to India's Tamil leaders to take the initiative and help the misguided though small section of our Tamil population to unite for a peaceful solution to its problems." He added that the cease-fire is still on although the LTTE has been waging an undeclared war ever since the agreement was signed. "We are now just defending ourselves. But we want peace. We want a settlement. The LTTE and the Government must get together and negotiate this. I am ready to talk directly to Prabhakaran (LTTE chief), man to man. Even after all that has happened recently, we are ready to move forward… But the LTTE must give up this armed struggle and talk. Mind you, we are talking to terrorists, not freedom fighters. There's a difference. With a freedom fighter, you can negotiate. With a terrorist, you decide," said the President.
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August - 27 
Security forces (SFs) launched a new search operation in the capital Colombo in an aim to avoid further violence in the city. Military spokesperson, Brig. Prasad Samarasinghe, told BBC Sandehaya that the SFs found claymore bombs and other explosives
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Security forces (SFs) launched a new search operation in the capital Colombo in an aim to avoid further violence in the city. Military spokesperson, Brig. Prasad Samarasinghe, told BBC Sandehaya that the SFs found claymore bombs and other explosives in and around the capital during the last few days.
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August - 27 
Seven soldiers were injured when LTTE cadres fired mortars and artillery towards troops attached to the Selvenagar Army Detachment in the Trincomalee district on August 27. In retaliation, troops launched direct and indirect fire on identified LTTE p
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Seven soldiers were injured when LTTE cadres fired mortars and artillery towards troops attached to the Selvenagar Army Detachment in the Trincomalee district on August 27. In retaliation, troops launched direct and indirect fire on identified LTTE positions in the Sampoor area.
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August - 27 
Tamil Net has reported that the LTTE handed over the Sri Lankan Police personnel, B.W.Bopetigoda, who was detained by the outfit since October 11, 2005 on August 27. He was handed over to the outgoing Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission chief Major General
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Tamil Net has reported that the LTTE handed over the Sri Lankan Police personnel, B.W.Bopetigoda, who was detained by the outfit since October 11, 2005 on August 27. He was handed over to the outgoing Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission chief Major General Ulf Henricsson.
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August - 27 
The former Norwegian army chief, Lars Solvberg, will take over as the new chief of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission next week.
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The former Norwegian army chief, Lars Solvberg, will take over as the new chief of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission next week.
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August - 27 
The Sri Lanka's High Commissioner in Canada, W.J.S. Karunaratne, stated that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is collecting funds in Canada using various front organizations, despite the ban against them. He told the media, "There are fund
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The Sri Lanka's High Commissioner in Canada, W.J.S. Karunaratne, stated that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is collecting funds in Canada using various front organizations, despite the ban against them. He told the media, "There are funds generated through contributions, donations and also money obtained through extortion. It's very necessary to take action against this.” He said most Tamils living in Canada do not support terrorism, adding, “But there's a handful of people who are working for the LTTE and, through various pretexts, collecting money for the purpose of continuing the war in Sri Lanka. It's a well-known fact.”
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August - 27 
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) informed that the number of people dislodged from their homes since April 2006 has surged to around two hundred and five thousand. Earlier this month, UNHCR estimated that more than 1,62,200 p
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The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) informed that the number of people dislodged from their homes since April 2006 has surged to around two hundred and five thousand. Earlier this month, UNHCR estimated that more than 1,62,200 people had fled their homes but remained within Sri Lanka, while 6,672 had crossed the Palk Strait to become refugees in the southern Indian State of Tamil Nadu. UNHCR now puts the number of Sri Lankan refugees that have arrived in India since the start of this year at 8,742.
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August - 28 
A suspected militant, Mohammed Amzad Khan, was beaten to death by enraged civilians when he came to extort money at Yairipok Khoirom Leikai in the Thoubal district.
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A suspected militant, Mohammed Amzad Khan, was beaten to death by enraged civilians when he came to extort money at Yairipok Khoirom Leikai in the Thoubal district.
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August - 28 
According to Daily Excelsior, security forces (SFs) killed two Pakistani cadres of the Al-Badar Mujahideen outfit, identified as Abu Veqas and Abu Hamza, in an encounter in the Rafiabad area of Baramulla district on August 28.
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According to Daily Excelsior, security forces (SFs) killed two Pakistani cadres of the Al-Badar Mujahideen outfit, identified as Abu Veqas and Abu Hamza, in an encounter in the Rafiabad area of Baramulla district on August 28.
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August - 28 
According to Indian Express, the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Maharashtra Police in an application filed before the Mazgaon metropolitan magistrate court on August 25 has said that Ehethesam Siddiqui, a former member of the Students Islamic Movement
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According to Indian Express, the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Maharashtra Police in an application filed before the Mazgaon metropolitan magistrate court on August 25 has said that Ehethesam Siddiqui, a former member of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), along with some of his fellow activists had prepared a list of police officers indicted by the Srikrishna Commission and planned to “eliminate them”. Siddiqui has been arrested in the Mumbai serial blasts case. The ATS further submitted that Siddiqui and his friends dreamt of an “Islamic nation” for which “they had planned to start (terrorist) training camps in the dense forests of Madhya Pradesh”. The Justice Srikrishna Commission of Enquiry investigated causes and apportioned blame for the Mumbai riots of 1992-93. The Commission had, among other things, recommended that action be taken against 31 police personnel identified as having a role in the deaths of innocent people.
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August - 28 
Daily News & Analysis reports that the ATS on August 28 sought the Mazgaon metropolitan magistrate court’s permission to conduct scientific tests on the suspects arrested in connection with the Mumbai serial blasts. The tests will include lie-detecto
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Daily News & Analysis reports that the ATS on August 28 sought the Mazgaon metropolitan magistrate court’s permission to conduct scientific tests on the suspects arrested in connection with the Mumbai serial blasts. The tests will include lie-detector, brain mapping and narco-analysis. Earlier on July 26, Police Commissioner A. N. Roy said, “We may subject the suspects to scientific tests to ascertain their involvement in the serial blasts.” The suspects will be taken to Bangalore for the tests.
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August - 28 
India on August 28 described the killing of veteran Baloch leader Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti as a "tragic loss" to the people of Balochistan and Pakistan, according to The Hindu. The External Affairs Ministry termed the August 26-killing as "unfortunate.
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India on August 28 described the killing of veteran Baloch leader Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti as a "tragic loss" to the people of Balochistan and Pakistan, according to The Hindu. The External Affairs Ministry termed the August 26-killing as "unfortunate." This military attack and the heavy casualties in the continuing military operations in Balochistan "underline the need for peaceful dialogue to address the grievances and aspirations of people of Balochistan," a press statement said. Military force, the Ministry underlined, could never solve political problems.
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August - 28 
India termed as ‘factually incorrect’ and ‘false’ media reports in Bangladesh accusing the Border Security Force (BSF) for firing incidents along the India-Bangladesh border, reports Assam Tribune. The Indian High Commission in Dhaka stated that it w
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India termed as ‘factually incorrect’ and ‘false’ media reports in Bangladesh accusing the Border Security Force (BSF) for firing incidents along the India-Bangladesh border, reports Assam Tribune. The Indian High Commission in Dhaka stated that it was “concerned about the continuing reports in the Bangladeshi media, which are incorrectly blaming the BSF for acting in a provocative manner and for firing on innocent Bangladeshis. The High Commission of India wishes to emphasise that the Bangladeshi reports are false and factually inaccurate,” said the statement.
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August - 28 
Meghalaya Police arrested at least 78 illegal settlers and detected 33 among them to be suspected Bangladeshi nationals at Lad Rymbai and Khlieriat in the Jaintia Hills district on August 28, according to Shillong Times. However, the report added tha
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Meghalaya Police arrested at least 78 illegal settlers and detected 33 among them to be suspected Bangladeshi nationals at Lad Rymbai and Khlieriat in the Jaintia Hills district on August 28, according to Shillong Times. However, the report added that the detected persons would be sent to Assam, since they claimed to belong to the neighbouring State.
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August - 28 
Pakistan replied to India's statement on the killing of Bugti by listing several insurgencies within India and urged New Delhi to "focus on putting its own house in order" instead of interfering in the internal affairs of other countries. A spokesper
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Pakistan replied to India's statement on the killing of Bugti by listing several insurgencies within India and urged New Delhi to "focus on putting its own house in order" instead of interfering in the internal affairs of other countries. A spokesperson said the statement "is not only against the well-established norms of inter-state relations but also a blatant interference in the internal affairs of a neighbouring country." It said India's "purported" concern for the people of other countries was "ill-advised" considering it had so many of insurgencies of its own — the statement contained a long list of insurgencies in the North-East — that were being "suppressed by force."
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August - 28 
Pioneer reports that police arrested six Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from the Narayanpur area in Dantewada district on August 28. District police chief, P. Raj Sundar, said the arrested Maoists were involved in an attack on a
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Pioneer reports that police arrested six Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from the Narayanpur area in Dantewada district on August 28. District police chief, P. Raj Sundar, said the arrested Maoists were involved in an attack on a police camp and were carrying a cash reward of Rs 20,000 on their heads.
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August - 28 
Police on August 28 arrested four top terrorists, including a co-ordinator of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and HM outfits, and recovered a large quantity of explosive devices, arms and SIM cards from their possession in Rajouri town. The terrorists’ plo
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Police on August 28 arrested four top terrorists, including a co-ordinator of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and HM outfits, and recovered a large quantity of explosive devices, arms and SIM cards from their possession in Rajouri town. The terrorists’ plot to strike at DC Colony, housing top officials of the police and civil administration, in the next few days has been foiled with the arrests. Three terrorists, Amzad, Mohammed Javed and Gulzar, were arrested from the house of Mohammed Rafeed in Ward No. 2 of Rajouri. The fourth, who was arrested from Rajdhani in the Manjakote area of Rajouri district, has been identified as Mohammed Mushtaq. Recoveries made from them include grenades, one wireless set, other explosive devices and some arms.
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August - 28 
Security force (SF) personnel belonging to the Assam Rifles arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, Chungam Sinruwng Anal, from Railway Gate in the Dimapur town on August 28. One 9mm pistol along with five rou
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Security force (SF) personnel belonging to the Assam Rifles arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, Chungam Sinruwng Anal, from Railway Gate in the Dimapur town on August 28. One 9mm pistol along with five rounds of live ammunition was seized from his possession.
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August - 28 
SF personnel arrested Mohammad Ashraf Parray alias Illyas alias Fayaz, a ‘district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, from Pulwama district.
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SF personnel arrested Mohammad Ashraf Parray alias Illyas alias Fayaz, a ‘district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit, from Pulwama district.
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August - 28 
Speaking at Bhubaneswar in Orissa on August 28, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh did not rule out the possibility of meeting Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf on the sideline of the Non-Aligned Movement summit in Havana during September 2006. Asked at
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Speaking at Bhubaneswar in Orissa on August 28, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh did not rule out the possibility of meeting Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf on the sideline of the Non-Aligned Movement summit in Havana during September 2006. Asked at a press conference whether he would have talks with Gen. Musharraf in Havana, Dr. Singh said "we can choose our friends, not our neighbours. But there should not be any problem in talking". He said the peace process "cannot go forward if Pakistan does not deal with terrorism firmly. What has Pakistan done to control terrorism?"
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August - 28 
The Nizamabad district police on August 28 arrested three persons for extorting money for the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). Extorted money of Rs 400,000 was also recovered from them. Deputy Inspector General of Police (Nizamabad range
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The Nizamabad district police on August 28 arrested three persons for extorting money for the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). Extorted money of Rs 400,000 was also recovered from them. Deputy Inspector General of Police (Nizamabad range) Anjani Kumar and Superintendent of Police Mahesh Chandra Ladha said that the three, Mohammed Dawood Ali alias Shankar of Warangal district, P. Srinivasa alias Bheemanna of Polkampet village in Nizamabad and Shaik Anwar Pasha, a former member of Nizamabad Zilla Parishad, were working as couriers for Nizamabad ‘Maoist District Committee secretary’ Venkatesh alias Sagar.
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August - 28 
The Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal said that fencing along the India-Bangladesh border would be completed by March 2007, according to Press Trust of India. He mentioned that proximate human habitations might hamper fencing along a stretch of 297-k
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The Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal said that fencing along the India-Bangladesh border would be completed by March 2007, according to Press Trust of India. He mentioned that proximate human habitations might hamper fencing along a stretch of 297-km of international border. “However, details are being worked out to deal with the matter,” added the Home Secretary.
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August - 28 
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, while replaying to a written question raised by the Leader of Opposition Ratan Lal Nath in the Legislative Assembly on August 28, is reported to have informed that altogether 384 persons were killed and 327 others
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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, while replaying to a written question raised by the Leader of Opposition Ratan Lal Nath in the Legislative Assembly on August 28, is reported to have informed that altogether 384 persons were killed and 327 others were injured in militancy in the State from 2003 to July 2006, according to Tripurainfo. While 356 civilians, mostly non-tribals, were abducted by militants during the period, 26 abducted persons are yet to return from militant hideouts. Sarkar mentioned that at least 305 militancy-related incidents were reported in the State during 2003. While 115 militancy related incidents occurred in 2005, only 56 such incidents were reported till July of 2006, said the Chief Minister. He said altogether 39 security force (SF) personnel were killed by militants in 2003, while 47 soldiers were shot dead by militants in 2004. However, casualty figure of SFs was only eight in 2006. According to Chief Minister, 396 militants and 1449 collaborators were arrested during last five years.
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August - 28 
Unidentified gunmen shot dead a youth, identified as Seilenlal Vaiphei, at Golapati in the Imphal East district.
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Unidentified gunmen shot dead a youth, identified as Seilenlal Vaiphei, at Golapati in the Imphal East district.
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August - 28 
A Punjabi barber was killed when protesters attacked his shop in Naushki, police said. At least eight people were injured in riots in the coastal town of Pasni, police official Hidayatullah told AFP. Hundreds of protesters reportedly marched in the s
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A Punjabi barber was killed when protesters attacked his shop in Naushki, police said. At least eight people were injured in riots in the coastal town of Pasni, police official Hidayatullah told AFP. Hundreds of protesters reportedly marched in the streets of Gwadar and set ablaze offices of the National Bank, Radio Pakistan and the local government council. Three banks were torched in Panjgur and Turbat, while protesters burnt four banks, a customs office and a police station in Mand. Protesters also burnt five shops belonging to Punjabi settlers in Surbandar and three in Jiwani. Police used tear gas to disperse protesters who attacked Government buildings in Kalat, while a Punjabi dentist’s clinic and the treasury office in Mastung were burnt. There were also protests in Hub, Chagai, Usta Mohammad, Surab, Taftan and Mach.
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August - 28 
According to Dawn, the Lahore High Court on August 28 set Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT, also known as Jamaat-ud-Dawa) chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed at liberty, terming his detention illegal. Justice Mohammad Akhtar Shabbir directed the home department to order
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According to Dawn, the Lahore High Court on August 28 set Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT, also known as Jamaat-ud-Dawa) chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed at liberty, terming his detention illegal. Justice Mohammad Akhtar Shabbir directed the home department to order the release of Saeed, observing that the Punjab Government had failed to produce concrete evidence substantiating its claim that he and his organisation were planning to disrupt peace and tranquility by holding rallies. The Government’s fear, the court observed, was based on certain conjectures and suppositions which did not constitute a lawful ground to take away the freedom of a citizen. Hafiz Saeed was placed under one-month detention at his home in Jauhar Town. He was shifted on August 23 first to a rest house at the Ravi Siphon and then to the canal rest house in Sheikhupura. He was released at 8.30pm on August 28.
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August - 28 
Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti was not the target in the military operation, said Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on August 28. He added that the Government has allowed Bugti’s family to visit the spot where he was killed and witness efforts to retrieve his body
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Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti was not the target in the military operation, said Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on August 28. He added that the Government has allowed Bugti’s family to visit the spot where he was killed and witness efforts to retrieve his body, Daily Times reported. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad, Aziz said that some Bugti loyalists who were arrested during the operation confirmed to security forces that Nawab Bugti was present inside the cave that was destroyed. He informed that retrieving the bodies could take time because of the huge size of the cave. Aziz said that Bugti’s body would be buried in his ancestral graveyard, adding that there was no credible evidence that Bugti’s two grandsons were also inside the cave.
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August - 28 
Opposition leaders in the National Assembly, including Makhdoom Amin Fahim, Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan, Liaqat Baloch, Hafiz Hussain Ahmed, Imran Khan, Sherry Rehman and other legislators gathered in front of the rostrum of the speaker to form an “assem
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Opposition leaders in the National Assembly, including Makhdoom Amin Fahim, Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan, Liaqat Baloch, Hafiz Hussain Ahmed, Imran Khan, Sherry Rehman and other legislators gathered in front of the rostrum of the speaker to form an “assembly within the assembly” and nominated Liaqat Baloch as the presiding officer to conduct the session and adopted a resolution condemning the killing of Nawab Akbar Bugti. The “assembly within the assembly” adopted a resolution moved by Liaqat Baloch which demanded of the Government to hand over the dead body of Nawab Akbar Bugti to his family, and to call off the ongoing military operation in Balochistan and hold a political dialogue to resolve the issue. The opposition leaders condemned the killing of Nawab Akbar Bugti and vowed to register a First Information Report against the Government for, what they called, extra-judicial killing.
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August - 28 
Pakistan said on August 28 that the UK had formally sought the extradition of Rashid Rauf, a key suspect in the alleged plot to blow up US-bound airliners, according to Daily Times. “The matter is under consideration,” said Foreign Office spokesperso
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Pakistan said on August 28 that the UK had formally sought the extradition of Rashid Rauf, a key suspect in the alleged plot to blow up US-bound airliners, according to Daily Times. “The matter is under consideration,” said Foreign Office spokesperson Tasneem Aslam. She told reporters that Rauf was arrested in Rawalpindi after Pakistan received information from the British Government, and the investigation was focusing on his links to Al Qaeda and threats projected in the UK and Pakistan. She said that information given by Rauf was being shared with the UK.
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August - 28 
President Pervez Musharraf has said he has great love for the people of Balochistan and wants to see it a developed province like other provinces of the country, according to The News. He was addressing a public gathering at the Lawrence College in M
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President Pervez Musharraf has said he has great love for the people of Balochistan and wants to see it a developed province like other provinces of the country, according to The News. He was addressing a public gathering at the Lawrence College in Murree on August 28 on the occasion of formal inauguration of Sui gas supply to Murree. “Whoever wants to harm Pakistan nationally or internationally would have to fight with me first,” Gen. Musharraf said.
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August - 28 
Riots erupted in the Baloch-populated areas of Karachi in Sindh province, with violence also spilling over into other areas. Five factory workers were injured when gunmen tried to force a factory in Landhi to close. Two police personnel and one prote
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Riots erupted in the Baloch-populated areas of Karachi in Sindh province, with violence also spilling over into other areas. Five factory workers were injured when gunmen tried to force a factory in Landhi to close. Two police personnel and one protester were injured when a mob burnt the SITE Town office. Two protesters were wounded when police opened fire on them in Kalri, Lyari. Protesters also burnt vehicles and attacked Government buildings in Ath Chowk, Chakiwari, Patel Para, Jamshed Road, Mawach Goth, Memon Goth, Old Golimar, Latif Bhittai Road, Shah Waliullah Road, Tannery Road, Sheedi Village Road, Meeranaqa, Rashid Minhas Road, University Road and Dalmia Road.
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August - 28 
The bullet-riddled body of another Afghan refugee was found in North Waziristan on August 28 with a note attached also accusing him of spying for the United States. It was also written on the notes that beheaded bodies are gifts for Afghanistan Presi
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The bullet-riddled body of another Afghan refugee was found in North Waziristan on August 28 with a note attached also accusing him of spying for the United States. It was also written on the notes that beheaded bodies are gifts for Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai.
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August - 28 
The United States on August 28 called for a peaceful resolution to tensions in the Balochistan province after riots erupted over the killing of Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti, according to The News. "Mr Bugti was a tribal leader and politician, who had joine
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The United States on August 28 called for a peaceful resolution to tensions in the Balochistan province after riots erupted over the killing of Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti, according to The News. "Mr Bugti was a tribal leader and politician, who had joined with those taking up arms to demand increased autonomy for Baluchistan, which included local control of the province's natural resources," a State Department official said. "The US would like to see these issues resolved peacefully and within the framework of a strong and unified Pakistan," the official told a French news agency.
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August - 28 
Violent protests against the killing of Nawab Akbar Bugti continued across Balochistan province and in Karachi on August 28, with one death and dozens of injuries reported, according to Daily Times. Shops were closed and roads blocked across Balochis
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Violent protests against the killing of Nawab Akbar Bugti continued across Balochistan province and in Karachi on August 28, with one death and dozens of injuries reported, according to Daily Times. Shops were closed and roads blocked across Balochistan and in Baloch-populated areas of Karachi on a strike called by the Baloch National Alliance, a group of four Baloch nationalist parties.
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August - 28 
Nepal News reports that the Government has decided to form a taskforce to expedite the ongoing talks with the Maoists and finalise the draft of the interim constitution. A meeting of the Council of Ministers held at Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koira
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Nepal News reports that the Government has decided to form a taskforce to expedite the ongoing talks with the Maoists and finalise the draft of the interim constitution. A meeting of the Council of Ministers held at Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala’s residence in Baluwatar on August 28 decided to form the taskforce comprising representatives of the seven parties, reports said. The taskforce will help organise another round of ‘summit meeting’ between the seven-party alliance Government and the CPN (Maoist) leadership. It will also assist the two sides to arrive at a consensus on key points in the draft of the interim constitution, which was submitted to the talks’ teams of both sides on August 25.
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August - 28 
According to Daily Star, a Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) cadre, Joban Ali, was killed in an encounter between the PBCP cadres and Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel in Shingra sub-district of Natore district on August 28. A RAB press relea
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According to Daily Star, a Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) cadre, Joban Ali, was killed in an encounter between the PBCP cadres and Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel in Shingra sub-district of Natore district on August 28. A RAB press release said that the slain extremist was involved in five murders, including that of four police personnel in Chowbaria on August 25. A revolver and two bullets were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 28 
The Dhaka Speedy Trial Tribunal-1 on August 28 sentenced Enayetullah Jewel, Gazipur ‘regional commander’ of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), to 64 years' rigorous imprisonment in two cases filed with the Joydevpur Police Station in January
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The Dhaka Speedy Trial Tribunal-1 on August 28 sentenced Enayetullah Jewel, Gazipur ‘regional commander’ of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), to 64 years' rigorous imprisonment in two cases filed with the Joydevpur Police Station in January 2006, according to Daily Star. Jewel was accused of possessing illegal firearms, explosives and ammunition. He is also accused in 33 other cases which are under investigation with different police stations in five districts.
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August - 28 
A British doctor, Murugesu Vinayagamoorthy, was arrested in New York, for aiding the LTTE by facilitating the purchase of American rockets and British submarine technology. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) stated that Vinayagamoorthy alias D
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A British doctor, Murugesu Vinayagamoorthy, was arrested in New York, for aiding the LTTE by facilitating the purchase of American rockets and British submarine technology. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) stated that Vinayagamoorthy alias Dr Moorthy is a senior LTTE intermediary, who is said to have said in a tape-recorded conversation that suicide bombing was inevitable: "We have no other means". He is also accused of trying to bribe undercover agents posing as corrupt State Department officials, and last year reportedly met a Chicago Congressman to finance his trip to an uncleared area in Sri Lanka.
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August - 28 
A day earlier, one soldier was killed and another sustained injuries at Susaipullaiyarakulam in the same district when LTTE cadres shot at the troops.
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A day earlier, one soldier was killed and another sustained injuries at Susaipullaiyarakulam in the same district when LTTE cadres shot at the troops.
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August - 28 
According to Daily News, the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) said that they would remain in their present stations in all conflict affected districts including Kilinochchi, denying reports of alleged threats from the LTTE. Reports claimed that th
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According to Daily News, the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) said that they would remain in their present stations in all conflict affected districts including Kilinochchi, denying reports of alleged threats from the LTTE. Reports claimed that the LTTE has refused to provide security to remaining monitors, who come from Norway and Iceland, the two non-EU nations in the monitoring team. Norwegian Embassy spokesperson Tom Knappskog said the LTTE has not communicated 'anything to that effect' and Monitoring Mission spokesman Omarsson Thorfinnur confirmed it saying the mission has not encountered threats or communications of threats from the LTTE.
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August - 28 
At least 31 persons were killed and 105 were wounded, when troops backed by multi-barrel rocket launchers and artillery guns, retaliated a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attack at Sampur in the Trincomalee district on August 28, Daily News r
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At least 31 persons were killed and 105 were wounded, when troops backed by multi-barrel rocket launchers and artillery guns, retaliated a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attack at Sampur in the Trincomalee district on August 28, Daily News reports. Military spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe said troops retaliated, while engaged in search and clear operations in Thoppur and Selvanagar in the south of Trincomalee, they came under heavy artillery and mortar fire of the LTTE. "The troops were engaged in search and clear operations to facilitate the resettlement of the displaced civilians in Thoppur and Selvanagar as they came under LTTE fire," the Brigadier said. He added six soldiers were killed and 28 others injured due to LTTE artillery and mortar attacks as fighting reportedly continued.
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August - 28 
At least 66 cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and 13 security force (SF) personnel were killed in continued fighting between troops and the LTTE cadres in the Trincomalee district till last reports came in. The fighting started on
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At least 66 cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and 13 security force (SF) personnel were killed in continued fighting between troops and the LTTE cadres in the Trincomalee district till last reports came in. The fighting started on August-28 morning when LTTE cadres reportedly opened fire on troops who were on clearing operation in the area. According to military spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe, ground troops confirmed that 66 LTTE cadres were killed and a large number of them were injured in Selvanagar, Thoppur and Sampur areas. He added that 13 soldiers were killed and 79 were injured in the battle. "The troops are moving towards Sampur. The Security Forces are engaged in an operation to neutralise the LTTE positions in Sampur, Echchalampattu that pose a direct threat to the Trincomalee harbour Eastern Naval base and civilians who are returning to Muttur," he said. Meanwhile, the pro-LTTE website Tamil Net quoting LTTE sources reported that around 50 SF personnel were killed and 108 wounded so far and also said that 12 LTTE fighters were killed and 15 others sustained injuries. The Website also claimed that 21 fleeing Internally Displaced Person’s (IDP) were killed during the past 30 hours in artillery and aerial bombardment. The military spokesperson of the outfit, Rasiah Ilanthiraiyan, was quoted as saying, “If the Sri Lankan military aggression continued, it would set a full stop to the February 2002 Ceasefire Agreement."
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Three civilians were killed in separate incidents in Jaffna district, according to Tamil Net. A civilian, Rasaratnam Ganeshalingam, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at his home in the Achchuveli area on August 28. Another civilian, Jesuthas D
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Three civilians were killed in separate incidents in Jaffna district, according to Tamil Net. A civilian, Rasaratnam Ganeshalingam, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at his home in the Achchuveli area on August 28. Another civilian, Jesuthas Deminian, was shot dead by unidentified assailants on August 29 at Kali Kovil road. Similarly, unidentified assailants shot dead, Ariyaratnam Sathyaseelan, near Muththirai junction.
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August - 29 
A team of Manipur Police arrested three Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadres, Huidrom Sharat alias Robert Meitei, Aphambon Leignmei alias Alun and Oinam Somendro alias Amuchou Meitei, following a cordon and search operation from Top Khongnangkhong i
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A team of Manipur Police arrested three Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) cadres, Huidrom Sharat alias Robert Meitei, Aphambon Leignmei alias Alun and Oinam Somendro alias Amuchou Meitei, following a cordon and search operation from Top Khongnangkhong in the Imphal East district on August 29.
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August - 29 
An exchange of fire ensued between cadres of the NSCN-IM and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) at Angangba village in the Tuensang district. There were no reports of any casualty.
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An exchange of fire ensued between cadres of the NSCN-IM and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) at Angangba village in the Tuensang district. There were no reports of any casualty.
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August - 29 
Hindu reports that the Union Government is raising a special combat force of nearly 14,000 personnel to tackle Naxalites in the 13 States affected by left-wing extremism. The proposed anti-Naxalite force would comprise 9,000 personnel of the Central
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Hindu reports that the Union Government is raising a special combat force of nearly 14,000 personnel to tackle Naxalites in the 13 States affected by left-wing extremism. The proposed anti-Naxalite force would comprise 9,000 personnel of the Central paramilitary and State police forces and 5,000 ex-servicemen trained in fighting terrorism and dealing with improvised explosive devices and mines. The force is currently undergoing training in specialised camps set up by the Army in Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Orissa, Uttar Pradesh and other places, sources in the security establishment said. As many as 52 companies of the Provincial Armed Constabulary and India Reserve Battalions are also being trained to carry out anti-Naxalite tasks
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August - 29 
In the State, two teachers were arrested as Rajouri district police today raided terrorist hide-outs in the Mendhar, Darhal, Gambhir and Rajouri towns to neutralize the network of Amzad, ‘financial chief’ of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), who was report
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In the State, two teachers were arrested as Rajouri district police today raided terrorist hide-outs in the Mendhar, Darhal, Gambhir and Rajouri towns to neutralize the network of Amzad, ‘financial chief’ of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), who was reportedly arrested earlier.
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August - 29 
Police arrested three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadres, Javed Ahmad Sheikh, Feroz Ahmed Magray alias Faisal and Mohammed Shafi Khan, from Wangam village in the Baramulla district. Three Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), 12 UBGL grenade, five hand gre
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Police arrested three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) cadres, Javed Ahmad Sheikh, Feroz Ahmed Magray alias Faisal and Mohammed Shafi Khan, from Wangam village in the Baramulla district. Three Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), 12 UBGL grenade, five hand grenades, two improvised explosive devices and two mobile phones were recovered from their possession.
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August - 29 
Police recovered the throat-slit body of a 17-year-old boy, identified as Meraj-ud-Din Bhat, near his house at Raiyar Aribal in the Beerwah area of Budgam district on August 29, according to Daily Excelsior. He was allegedly killed by unidentified te
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Police recovered the throat-slit body of a 17-year-old boy, identified as Meraj-ud-Din Bhat, near his house at Raiyar Aribal in the Beerwah area of Budgam district on August 29, according to Daily Excelsior. He was allegedly killed by unidentified terrorists.
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August - 29 
The Army informed the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) that ongoing suspension of counter–insurgency operations against the ULFA is being used as an opportunity by the outfit to regroup and consolidate its links, according to Indian Express. The
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The Army informed the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) that ongoing suspension of counter–insurgency operations against the ULFA is being used as an opportunity by the outfit to regroup and consolidate its links, according to Indian Express. The Union Government reportedly suspended the operations for 10 days, on August 13, and later extended the suspension by another 15 days following the talk with the ULFA-backed People’s Consultative Group (PCG).
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August - 29 
The Border Security Force (BSF) demanded deportation of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘general secretary’ Anup Chetia, and other leaders from Bangladesh at the bi-annual meeting with the Bangladesh Rifles in Shillong, the capital of Meghalay
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The Border Security Force (BSF) demanded deportation of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘general secretary’ Anup Chetia, and other leaders from Bangladesh at the bi-annual meeting with the Bangladesh Rifles in Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, on August 28, reports Assam Tribune.
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August - 29 
The People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) in a statement warned at least 27 persons to ‘surrender’ within five days to the outfit for their anti-party activities. The statement further said that those who fail to surrender within five days would be
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The People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) in a statement warned at least 27 persons to ‘surrender’ within five days to the outfit for their anti-party activities. The statement further said that those who fail to surrender within five days would be given capital punishment
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August - 29 
Unidentified gunmen assaulted a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadre, Vikiye Zhimomi, at Aradura locality in capital Kohima on August 29.
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Unidentified gunmen assaulted a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadre, Vikiye Zhimomi, at Aradura locality in capital Kohima on August 29.
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August - 29 
According to AP, the Balochistan Government has banned the carrying of “fire arms and lethal weapons” for two months.
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According to AP, the Balochistan Government has banned the carrying of “fire arms and lethal weapons” for two months.
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August - 29 
According to Daily Times, six important Marri commanders and 2,000 militants surrendered to district authorities in Tadri, a town 140 kilometers from Kohlu in the Balochistan province, on August 29. Commanders Wadera Gazi Khan Marri, Wadera Bakht Ali
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According to Daily Times, six important Marri commanders and 2,000 militants surrendered to district authorities in Tadri, a town 140 kilometers from Kohlu in the Balochistan province, on August 29. Commanders Wadera Gazi Khan Marri, Wadera Bakht Ali Sherani Marri, Kari Khan Marri, Ruba Goryani Marri, Wadera Azeem alias Bhuda and Wadera Shamboo Khan Marri laid down their weapons. The district coordination officer claimed that this was the first time that the Marri tribesmen had surrendered and decided to support the Government.
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August - 29 
After the funeral, mourners reportedly destroyed a portrait of Pakistan founder Mohammed Ali Jinnah inside the stadium. Outside, two crude bombs exploded without causing any damage. Government buildings, private companies and banks were either set ab
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After the funeral, mourners reportedly destroyed a portrait of Pakistan founder Mohammed Ali Jinnah inside the stadium. Outside, two crude bombs exploded without causing any damage. Government buildings, private companies and banks were either set ablaze or vandalized, ATM machines were looted and in many places, the national flag was burnt. Supporters of Nawab Bugti blocked roads and attacked several Punjabis, according to Daily Times. An angry mob reportedly burnt around two-dozen shops and damaged a couple of banks.
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August - 29 
At least five persons were reportedly killed in a bomb blast as violence continued in the Balochistan province for the third consecutive day on August 29 after funeral prayers for the slain Baloch leader Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti. The blast in Hub, an i
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At least five persons were reportedly killed in a bomb blast as violence continued in the Balochistan province for the third consecutive day on August 29 after funeral prayers for the slain Baloch leader Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti. The blast in Hub, an industrial town close to the Sindh border, also wounded ten people.
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August - 29 
At least four people were injured after a bomb exploded in a busy market in the Gulberg area of Lahore on August 29-night, according to Dawn. The device had been planted between two cars parked outside a shoe store in the Liberty Market area. Capital
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At least four people were injured after a bomb exploded in a busy market in the Gulberg area of Lahore on August 29-night, according to Dawn. The device had been planted between two cars parked outside a shoe store in the Liberty Market area. Capital City Police Chief Khawaja Khalid Farooq said close-circuit cameras had recorded two young men roaming near the site just before the explosion. They would soon be arrested, he said, adding that it was a low-intensity device.
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August - 29 
Authorities detained Hafiz Mohammad Saeed, chief of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), an hour after he was released following a court ruling that his detention was illegal, his lawyer and spokesman said on August 29. “It is a mockery of the law. It is an in
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Authorities detained Hafiz Mohammad Saeed, chief of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), an hour after he was released following a court ruling that his detention was illegal, his lawyer and spokesman said on August 29. “It is a mockery of the law. It is an insult to the court. They wanted to show the court that the executive is more powerful than the judiciary,” his lawyer, Nazir Ahmed Ghazi, told Reuters. Hafiz Saeed was first placed under house arrest on August 10, but the Lahore High Court ordered his release on August 28, saying the Government had not provided sufficient evidence to justify his detention.
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August - 29 
Family members, senior political figures and Bugti tribesmen gathered at a stadium in the provincial capital Quetta and held a ghaibane janaaza, a funeral conducted without the body, according to The Hindu. Among those present was Talal Bugti, a son
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Family members, senior political figures and Bugti tribesmen gathered at a stadium in the provincial capital Quetta and held a ghaibane janaaza, a funeral conducted without the body, according to The Hindu. Among those present was Talal Bugti, a son of the Nawab, Ataullah Mengal, former Chief Minister of the province, and Elahi Buksh Somroo, former Speaker of the National Assembly. The Bugti family had reportedly said on August 28-night that it did not want anyone from the provincial Government and the Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal to attend.
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August - 29 
Ghazi said Saeed had been taken to jail and would be held for two months, adding he would challenge the detention.
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Ghazi said Saeed had been taken to jail and would be held for two months, adding he would challenge the detention.
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August - 29 
There is no chance of retrieving the body of Nawab Akbar Bugti from the cave in which he died for four to five days, military regime spokesperson Maj. Gen. Shaukat Sultan said in Islamabad on August 29. However, he said, the bodies of three officers
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There is no chance of retrieving the body of Nawab Akbar Bugti from the cave in which he died for four to five days, military regime spokesperson Maj. Gen. Shaukat Sultan said in Islamabad on August 29. However, he said, the bodies of three officers and four soldiers who were killed when the cave collapsed while they were entering it had been recovered and buried. Sultan told a press conference that that Rs 100 million and $96,000 cash, two satellite phones, documents, eight AK-47 rifles and some rockets were found in the rubble of the cave.
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August - 29 
Violence was also reported from Mastung, where Government offices, including that of the Election Commission, were set ablaze. Incidents were also reported from Kalat and Gwadar, and in Turbat, the police arrested nearly 100 people. Protests also con
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Violence was also reported from Mastung, where Government offices, including that of the Election Commission, were set ablaze. Incidents were also reported from Kalat and Gwadar, and in Turbat, the police arrested nearly 100 people. Protests also continued in Gwadar where a mob burnt the Settlement Office and several shops. There were two bomb blasts at Mangocher in Kalat, but no casualties were reported.
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August - 29 
Himalayan Times quotes General Secretary of the CPN-UML, Madhav Kumar Nepal, stating that that elections to a Constituent Assembly (CA) would be held by mid-June 2007. Speaking at a function in Butwal on August 29, Nepal called on the Government to a
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Himalayan Times quotes General Secretary of the CPN-UML, Madhav Kumar Nepal, stating that that elections to a Constituent Assembly (CA) would be held by mid-June 2007. Speaking at a function in Butwal on August 29, Nepal called on the Government to appoint officials at the election commission and start updating voters' list.
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August - 29 
UN Special Representative for Nepal, Ian Martin, said that the UN's role in Nepal will be limited to expediting the peace process that was “demanded by Nepalis and is led by Nepalis”. Martin said, “I can only extend whatever help I can give and will
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UN Special Representative for Nepal, Ian Martin, said that the UN's role in Nepal will be limited to expediting the peace process that was “demanded by Nepalis and is led by Nepalis”. Martin said, “I can only extend whatever help I can give and will try to answer to the requests of the government and the Maoists in the course of the peace process”. On being asked if UN would accept the Maoists-built camps to keep their militants, Martin replied, "Let my military advisor join me first."
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August - 29 
Chittagong Metropolitan Police in raids in different areas of the port city on the night of August 10 had arrested seven Hizbut Towhid men including an engineer of Chittagong Urea Fertiliser Limited and sales manager of a soft drink company. Police a
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Chittagong Metropolitan Police in raids in different areas of the port city on the night of August 10 had arrested seven Hizbut Towhid men including an engineer of Chittagong Urea Fertiliser Limited and sales manager of a soft drink company. Police also seized from them 200 leaflets and books, calling for establishing Islamic rule in the country through an armed revolution.
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August - 29 
Daily Star reports that cadres of Hizbut Towhid, an Islamist militant outfit, are regrouping in remote areas of Tangail district. They have resumed organisational activities and are recruiting members, intelligence sources said. Their number could be
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Daily Star reports that cadres of Hizbut Towhid, an Islamist militant outfit, are regrouping in remote areas of Tangail district. They have resumed organisational activities and are recruiting members, intelligence sources said. Their number could be over 1,000 across the country. Tangail being its birthplace it may have a good number of activists, they said. "Hizbut Towhid recently recruited armed activists from different parts of the district including Bathulee Sadi, Kashil, Kamutia, Basail and adjacent villages in the district", an intelligence official said.
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August - 29 
A woman, allegedly with the ‘Colonel’ Karuna faction, was shot dead by cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) near Murugan Kovil in the Sittandy area of Batticaloa district on August 29.
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A woman, allegedly with the ‘Colonel’ Karuna faction, was shot dead by cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) near Murugan Kovil in the Sittandy area of Batticaloa district on August 29.
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August - 29 
Five accused Sri Lankan gang members are behind bars in Canada in connection with a massive fraud scam that police suspect may have milked thousands of Mississauga residents. Detectives are probing the trail of stolen cash to determine whether loot w
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Five accused Sri Lankan gang members are behind bars in Canada in connection with a massive fraud scam that police suspect may have milked thousands of Mississauga residents. Detectives are probing the trail of stolen cash to determine whether loot was sent to Sri Lanka for the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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August - 29 
Four soldiers were injured in a LTTE mortar fire directed towards troops in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district.
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Four soldiers were injured in a LTTE mortar fire directed towards troops in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district.
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August - 29 
In Vavuniya, district troops recovered two claymore mines from the Irattaperiyakulam area.
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In Vavuniya, district troops recovered two claymore mines from the Irattaperiyakulam area.
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August - 29 
LTTE cadres in two separate incidents directed small arms and mortar fire on the boat point of the SFs at Sittandy and Vavunathivu Army detachment in the Batticaloa district forcing troops to retaliate. However, no casualties were reported in these i
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LTTE cadres in two separate incidents directed small arms and mortar fire on the boat point of the SFs at Sittandy and Vavunathivu Army detachment in the Batticaloa district forcing troops to retaliate. However, no casualties were reported in these incidents.
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August - 29 
On August 29, LTTE cadres opened mortar fire at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point in Jaffna district on a fleet of lorries that were carrying dry rations and essentials to Jaffna, Kilinochchi and Mulaittivu district.
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On August 29, LTTE cadres opened mortar fire at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point in Jaffna district on a fleet of lorries that were carrying dry rations and essentials to Jaffna, Kilinochchi and Mulaittivu district.
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August - 29 
The Ministry of Defence directed for resumption of civil flights to the Jaffna peninsula ending nearly a three-week long ban on air movements after LTTE terrorists in a string of artillery and mortar fire attacks unsuccessfully tried to cause damages
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The Ministry of Defence directed for resumption of civil flights to the Jaffna peninsula ending nearly a three-week long ban on air movements after LTTE terrorists in a string of artillery and mortar fire attacks unsuccessfully tried to cause damages to the runway at Palaly airport, in Jaffna.
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August - 29 
The sixth meeting of the All Party Advisory Committee, appointed to advice the All Party Conference (APC) convened by Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse, met with Minister of Science and Technology Prof. Tissa Vitarana as the chair on August 29.
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The sixth meeting of the All Party Advisory Committee, appointed to advice the All Party Conference (APC) convened by Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse, met with Minister of Science and Technology Prof. Tissa Vitarana as the chair on August 29. The committee reached a common consensus to seek a solution to Sri Lanka’s ethnic problem through devolution of power. The discussions are underway on four headings regarding the amount of power devolution, the way to devolve power, the status of the Central Government and the status of the Provincial Government. The committee is expected to prepare a framework for the devolution of power and present it to the APC.
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August - 29 
The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) in a ruling on the June 15 attack of a civilian bus at Kabitigollewa in the Anuradhapura district has held the LTTE responsible for the brutal and inhuman act, said the Sri Lankan Government in a statement. The
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The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) in a ruling on the June 15 attack of a civilian bus at Kabitigollewa in the Anuradhapura district has held the LTTE responsible for the brutal and inhuman act, said the Sri Lankan Government in a statement. The Government Peace Secretariat quoted the SLMM report as saying the LTTE was the only element with the motive, capability and capacity to carry out such an attack and must bear the responsibility for the killing of the civilians. However, an SLMM spokesperson told The Hindu, "There are two main elements in the report on the bus attack which led to killing of 68 persons. The Government statement is focused only on the LTTE part. We would release the full report perhaps on Wednesday."
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August - 29 
Three soldiers were injured an LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion while they were on foot patrol in the Sarasalai area. One sailor was injured when LTTE using explosion of a claymore mine ambushed a Navy route clearing patrol at Pesalai in the Ma
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Three soldiers were injured an LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion while they were on foot patrol in the Sarasalai area. One sailor was injured when LTTE using explosion of a claymore mine ambushed a Navy route clearing patrol at Pesalai in the Mannar district.
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August - 29 
Troops during search operations in Jaffna recovered one T-56 weapon, a magazine with 30 rounds of ammunition and 20 hand grenades from the Mirisuvil area on August 29. Similarly, troops recovered one claymore mine during a clearing operation from the
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Troops during search operations in Jaffna recovered one T-56 weapon, a magazine with 30 rounds of ammunition and 20 hand grenades from the Mirisuvil area on August 29. Similarly, troops recovered one claymore mine during a clearing operation from the Nawagamiuwa area of Vavuniya district.
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August - 29 
Troops on duty at Forward Defense Lines (FDL) in the Poovarasankulam area of Vavuniya district confronted more than 20 LTTE cadres who tried to infiltrate the FDL. During the subsequent search operation in the area in the area, SFs recovered 16 dead
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Troops on duty at Forward Defense Lines (FDL) in the Poovarasankulam area of Vavuniya district confronted more than 20 LTTE cadres who tried to infiltrate the FDL. During the subsequent search operation in the area in the area, SFs recovered 16 dead bodies of LTTE cadres and one weapon.
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August - 29 
Two dead bodies with gun shot injuries were recovered near Kandaswamy temple in Vavuniya district, the Website added.
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Two dead bodies with gun shot injuries were recovered near Kandaswamy temple in Vavuniya district, the Website added.
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August - 30 
Disillusioned women cadres of the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), who are in an isolated camp in Bangladesh and are desperate to leave the outfit to join the main stream, are prevented from deserting the militant camp, reports Shillon
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Disillusioned women cadres of the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), who are in an isolated camp in Bangladesh and are desperate to leave the outfit to join the main stream, are prevented from deserting the militant camp, reports Shillong Times. At least eight women cadres, including six from Shillong and West Khasi Hills and two from Pynursla in East Khasi Hills, have remained in Bangladesh, according to police sources. "But they are prevented by their top leaders," police said.
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August - 30 
He added that the Naxalite desk in the Union Home Ministry would be strengthened by deputing senior officers of the rank of Inspector-General and Deputy Inspector-General who could travel around the country and monitor implementation of development s
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He added that the Naxalite desk in the Union Home Ministry would be strengthened by deputing senior officers of the rank of Inspector-General and Deputy Inspector-General who could travel around the country and monitor implementation of development schemes.
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August - 30 
He informed that Andhra Pradesh witnessed declined levels of Naxalite violence during the first seven months of 2006 as compared to the same period last year. As against only 20 civilian deaths till July 31, 2006, the State reported 126 deaths during
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He informed that Andhra Pradesh witnessed declined levels of Naxalite violence during the first seven months of 2006 as compared to the same period last year. As against only 20 civilian deaths till July 31, 2006, the State reported 126 deaths during the same period in 2005, he said. There were 24 casualties in 119 incidents till July 31, 2006 as compared to 114 casualties in 376 incidents till July 31, 2005 in Andhra Pradesh.
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August - 30 
Imphal Free Press reports that security force (SF) personnel shot dead a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre at Salankonjin Litan Makhong under Kumbi police station jurisdiction in the Bishnupur district on August 30. One M-20 p
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Imphal Free Press reports that security force (SF) personnel shot dead a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre at Salankonjin Litan Makhong under Kumbi police station jurisdiction in the Bishnupur district on August 30. One M-20 pistol and a Chinese made hand-grenade wee recovered from the site of the incident.
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August - 30 
In the State, police arrested a Hawala network operator, identified as Parvez Ahmed, from a remote village in the Mendhar area of Poonch district.
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In the State, police arrested a Hawala network operator, identified as Parvez Ahmed, from a remote village in the Mendhar area of Poonch district.
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August - 30 
Manipur Police shot dead a 21-year old youth, Paokhothang alias Soran Haokip, while fleeing after looting an INSAS rifle from a police barrack located at Moirang at a spot between Uyung Makhong and Khousabung under Moirang police station jurisdiction
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Manipur Police shot dead a 21-year old youth, Paokhothang alias Soran Haokip, while fleeing after looting an INSAS rifle from a police barrack located at Moirang at a spot between Uyung Makhong and Khousabung under Moirang police station jurisdiction in the Bishnupur district. He is said to have links with a particular militant group.
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August - 30 
Police are reported to have unearthed terrorists’ plans to use mobile phone for detonating Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) to target security forces. Director General of Police Gopal Sharma said two such devices, which can trigger IED explosions u
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Police are reported to have unearthed terrorists’ plans to use mobile phone for detonating Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) to target security forces. Director General of Police Gopal Sharma said two such devices, which can trigger IED explosions using mobile phones, were recovered by police while investigating the recent upsurge in terrorist-related violence in the Kashmir Valley. On August 8, a car-bomb was detected on airport road. The car was fitted with an IED having a circuit that would have been triggered by a mobile phone call, he said. Sharma said it was for the first time that explosives, which can be detonated by use of mobile phones, have been recovered from anywhere in the country. Explaining the functioning of the IED, he said a call is made from anywhere on the mobile phone attached with the IED circuit and after the call is through, a specific code number assigned to each circuit is dialed by the caller to trigger the explosion.
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August - 30 
Replying to a query, he said that Salwa Judum would continue in Chhattisgarh and there were 50,000 people sheltered in 18 camps in Chhattisgarh and of them 4,000 Special Police Officers have been armed.
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Replying to a query, he said that Salwa Judum would continue in Chhattisgarh and there were 50,000 people sheltered in 18 camps in Chhattisgarh and of them 4,000 Special Police Officers have been armed.
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August - 30 
Security forces arrested two cadres of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) at Lolab valley in the Kupwara district along with five hand grenades.
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Security forces arrested two cadres of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) at Lolab valley in the Kupwara district along with five hand grenades.
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August - 30 
SFs also arrested a PREPAK cadre, Oinam Ibochouba alias Chorpa, from Kumbi in the Bishnupur district.
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SFs also arrested a PREPAK cadre, Oinam Ibochouba alias Chorpa, from Kumbi in the Bishnupur district.
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August - 30 
SFs arrested a Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) cadre, Najir Ahmed, from Bengun under Mayang Imphal police station limits in the Imphal West district.
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SFs arrested a Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) cadre, Najir Ahmed, from Bengun under Mayang Imphal police station limits in the Imphal West district.
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August - 30 
Taking into account the overall situation, Naxalite violence was affecting 460 police stations in 13 States out of a total of 12,700 police stations in the entire country. "But we are still concerned. For the first time action plans of all the States
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Taking into account the overall situation, Naxalite violence was affecting 460 police stations in 13 States out of a total of 12,700 police stations in the entire country. "But we are still concerned. For the first time action plans of all the States were discussed in detail and wherever any gaps were found, we have suggested ways to plug them," Duggal said. Maintaining that the Centre was following a "pro-active" approach to tackle the Naxalite problem, he said that the Home Ministry would provide air support to Naxalite-affected states for transporting security forces and allow use of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in Chhattisgarh for intelligence gathering.
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August - 30 
Taking note of reports that Naxalite cadres were joining the Telengana movement in Andhra Pradesh, the Home Secretary said that the Government was "conscious of such reports" and "the ramification of this was taken note of".
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Taking note of reports that Naxalite cadres were joining the Telengana movement in Andhra Pradesh, the Home Secretary said that the Government was "conscious of such reports" and "the ramification of this was taken note of".
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August - 30 
Terrorists shot dead a Special Police Officer (SPO), Farid Ahmed Khan, and injured a civilian at Devar Lolab in the Kupwara district on August 30, according to Daily Excelsior.
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Terrorists shot dead a Special Police Officer (SPO), Farid Ahmed Khan, and injured a civilian at Devar Lolab in the Kupwara district on August 30, according to Daily Excelsior.
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August - 30 
The 73rd India-Bangladesh border meet would be held in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, on September 1, reports Assam Tribune. Tripura’s border disputes with Bangladesh would be discussed in the meeting. Reports added that a sizable number of pillar
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The 73rd India-Bangladesh border meet would be held in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, on September 1, reports Assam Tribune. Tripura’s border disputes with Bangladesh would be discussed in the meeting. Reports added that a sizable number of pillars along international border at Kamalpur in the Dhalai district are missing causing serious problem in the process of proper border demarcation.
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August - 30 
The Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal is reported to have said that the Union Government is expecting a response from the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), before the suspension of counter-insurgency operation expires on September 5, according
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The Union Home Secretary V. K. Duggal is reported to have said that the Union Government is expecting a response from the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), before the suspension of counter-insurgency operation expires on September 5, according to Assam Tribune. “They have time until September 5 and we expect a response before that,” said V. K. Duggal.
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August - 30 
Three cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, Javed Ahmad Sheikh, Feroz Ahmed Magray alias Faisal and Mohammed Shafi Khan, were arrested at Wangam village in the Baramulla district. Three Under Barrel Grenade Launchers (UBGLs), 12 UBGL grenades,
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Three cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, Javed Ahmad Sheikh, Feroz Ahmed Magray alias Faisal and Mohammed Shafi Khan, were arrested at Wangam village in the Baramulla district. Three Under Barrel Grenade Launchers (UBGLs), 12 UBGL grenades, five hand grenades, two improvised explosive devices and two mobile phones were seized from them.
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August - 30 
Two unidentified persons, whose dead bodies were recovered from Nangapa village near Dagal in the East Garo Hills district on August 30, had reportedly their hands tied from back, blindfolded, and later shot dead by suspected Garo militants, accordin
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Two unidentified persons, whose dead bodies were recovered from Nangapa village near Dagal in the East Garo Hills district on August 30, had reportedly their hands tied from back, blindfolded, and later shot dead by suspected Garo militants, according to Shillong Times. Reports added that the militants left behind an AK-47 style fake gun carved out of wood with the name of the Achik National Liberation Front Army (ANLFA) ‘chief’, Nobin Marak alias The Scorpion, inscribed on it, which indicated the involvement of a rival outfit. "They were probably dacoits involved in robbery and other crimes and must have had some connection with the ANLFA group hence the mention of Nobin Marak," said a police officer.
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August - 30 
Union Home Secretary Vinod K. Duggal, who presided over the 21st coordination meeting of Chief Secretaries and Director Generals of Police of 13 Naxalite-affected States said, “Barring Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, violence has come down in rest of the
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Union Home Secretary Vinod K. Duggal, who presided over the 21st coordination meeting of Chief Secretaries and Director Generals of Police of 13 Naxalite-affected States said, “Barring Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, violence has come down in rest of the Naxal-affected states.” He informed that the rise in Naxalite-related violence in the past six months in Chhattisgarh is due to the intensification of the Salwa Judum movement and increase in encounters resulting in more casualties. “This year, till July, 84 anti-Naxal counter operations took place in Chhattisgarh and 35 Naxal cadres have been neutralized. Last year, the number of counter operations was 64,’’ said Duggal, adding that 13 battalions have been deployed in the State. In the rest of the Naxalite-affected States like Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, the incidents of the Naxalite attacks have come down, stated Duggal.
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August - 30 
According to Daily Times, mobs protesting the killing of Nawab Akbar Bugti cut off the main highway connecting Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, to Karachi at four points and another heading west to Iran on August 30 as the number of arrests i
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According to Daily Times, mobs protesting the killing of Nawab Akbar Bugti cut off the main highway connecting Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, to Karachi at four points and another heading west to Iran on August 30 as the number of arrests in four days rose to nearly 700. About 200 people blocking a bridge with trucks on the highway to Karachi lifted their siege after eight hours following talks between protest leaders and Government officials. Boulders and crudely erected barricades reportedly blocked another road linking Karachi with Gwadar. The blockades prevented many workers from entering Quetta, forcing markets, banks and shops to close. Dozens of buses were parked at a terminal in Quetta unable to leave for Karachi and Lahore.
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August - 30 
According to Statesman, unidentified persons decapitated two Afghans accused of spying for US and Afghan authorities in North Waziristan Agency, an intelligence official said on August 30. Their bodies were found on August 30-morning in two villages
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According to Statesman, unidentified persons decapitated two Afghans accused of spying for US and Afghan authorities in North Waziristan Agency, an intelligence official said on August 30. Their bodies were found on August 30-morning in two villages near Miranshah, the main town in North Waziristan. Notes written in the local Pashtu language were left on the bodies accusing the men of being spies for the US and Afghanistan. The dead were identified as 45-year-old Noor Wali, a religious leader, and an Afghan refugee identified as Hak Nawaz.
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August - 30 
Baloch National Party chief Attaullah Mengal warned in a statement that the strikes would continue until the Government handed over Bugti’s body to his family. Further, a strike was reportedly observed across Sindh, particularly in Baloch-populated a
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Baloch National Party chief Attaullah Mengal warned in a statement that the strikes would continue until the Government handed over Bugti’s body to his family. Further, a strike was reportedly observed across Sindh, particularly in Baloch-populated areas.
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August - 30 
In another incident, a pipeline supplying gas to the Sui plant was blown up near the Sui township on August 30, according to Dawn. Explosives had reportedly been planted under the 16-inch diameter pipeline and the explosion caused the suspension of g
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In another incident, a pipeline supplying gas to the Sui plant was blown up near the Sui township on August 30, according to Dawn. Explosives had reportedly been planted under the 16-inch diameter pipeline and the explosion caused the suspension of gas supply to the main plant.
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August - 30 
Suspected insurgents blew up a railway line in the Mastung district while protesters set ablaze a Government savings office and half a dozen shops in Khuzdar.
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Suspected insurgents blew up a railway line in the Mastung district while protesters set ablaze a Government savings office and half a dozen shops in Khuzdar.
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August - 30 
According to Daily Star, police on August 30 arrested Abdul Khalek, a close aide of Siddiqul Islam alias Bangla Bhai, chief of the Jagrata Muslim Janata Bangladesh (JMJB), at Biprokaya village in the Rajshahi district. The arrested militant is report
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According to Daily Star, police on August 30 arrested Abdul Khalek, a close aide of Siddiqul Islam alias Bangla Bhai, chief of the Jagrata Muslim Janata Bangladesh (JMJB), at Biprokaya village in the Rajshahi district. The arrested militant is reportedly the brother of JMJB’s second-in-command for the Baghmara sub-district, Abdus Sattar. Official sources said, “Khalek was involved in several killings by JMJB at Baghmara, Atrai and Raninagar upazilas (sub-district).”
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August - 30 
The 73rd India-Bangladesh border meet would be held in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, on September 1, reports Assam Tribune. Tripura’s border disputes with Bangladesh would be discussed in the meeting. Reports added that a sizable number of pillar
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The 73rd India-Bangladesh border meet would be held in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, on September 1, reports Assam Tribune. Tripura’s border disputes with Bangladesh would be discussed in the meeting. Reports added that a sizable number of pillars along international border at Kamalpur in the Dhalai district are missing causing serious problem in the process of proper border demarcation.
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August - 30 
A day earlier, five LTTE cadres, including two child soldiers, surrendered to the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) office in Batticaloa town.
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A day earlier, five LTTE cadres, including two child soldiers, surrendered to the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) office in Batticaloa town.
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August - 30 
Elsewhere, on August 30, troops recovered a claymore mine from the Ganemulla area.
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Elsewhere, on August 30, troops recovered a claymore mine from the Ganemulla area.
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August - 30 
LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a woman home guard, identified as Jayasooriya Arachchige Sujeewa Damayanthi in the Mamaduwa area of Vavuniya district on August 30.
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LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a woman home guard, identified as Jayasooriya Arachchige Sujeewa Damayanthi in the Mamaduwa area of Vavuniya district on August 30.
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August - 30 
LTTE cadres shot dead a former cadre of the outfit, Periyathambi Velupillai, for his refusal to re-join the organization in the Valaichchena area of the same district.
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LTTE cadres shot dead a former cadre of the outfit, Periyathambi Velupillai, for his refusal to re-join the organization in the Valaichchena area of the same district.
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August - 30 
Secretary to the Pakistan Interior Ministry, Kamal Shah, said that the Pakistani Government would consider the proscription of LTTE on its territory if there were evidence that the latter is engaged in assisting or is drawing assistance from terroris
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Secretary to the Pakistan Interior Ministry, Kamal Shah, said that the Pakistani Government would consider the proscription of LTTE on its territory if there were evidence that the latter is engaged in assisting or is drawing assistance from terrorist groups in Pakistan. "There might be a possibility of a link between the LTTE and proscribed groups in Pakistan. But there is no definite information to show that the LTTE is helping such banned organisations in Pakistan. Although we have received information that these groups have links with outside terrorist groups, such evidence does not point specifically at the LTTE," he said. He added that if there is a request from the Sri Lankan Government to ban the LTTE, the Pakistan Government could respond to such a call.
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August - 30 
The Defence spokesperson and Minister Keheliya Rambukwella described the SLMM ruling as unfounded and baseless. He said, "The SLMM Chief had stretched far beyond his imagination when giving the ruling on the killing of the 17 local aid workers attach
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The Defence spokesperson and Minister Keheliya Rambukwella described the SLMM ruling as unfounded and baseless. He said, "The SLMM Chief had stretched far beyond his imagination when giving the ruling on the killing of the 17 local aid workers attached to the French charity. There should be a limit to his imaginations,” and argued, "I have the report just in front of me and it clearly states that Muttur was under LTTE control from August 2 to 5." Commenting on the SLMM statement that SFs blocked their access to Muttur in a bid to conceal the mass killing, he said, "The Security Forces did not allow the SLMM to visit Muttur as there was no guarantee about their security at that time. If we want to conceal this why did the Government want to bring forensic experts from Australia to probe into the killing of the aid workers."
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August - 30 
The Indonesian police claimed on August 30 that it arrested 13 LTTE suspects during a recent raid in the southern Java coast. The national news agency Antara quoted a policepersonnel as saying that the raid targeted a group of 20 men who stayed at a
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The Indonesian police claimed on August 30 that it arrested 13 LTTE suspects during a recent raid in the southern Java coast. The national news agency Antara quoted a policepersonnel as saying that the raid targeted a group of 20 men who stayed at a small hotel in Pandeglang regency in the Banten province, of which seven managed to escape the raid but search is underway. The suspects were reportedly moving to Australia, the report added.
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August - 30 
The news manager of the Sooriyan FM radio channel, Nadaraja Gurubaran, who went missing from his home at Mount Lavinia a day earlier returned home on August 30 claiming that he was forcibly taken away and detained in an undisclosed place.
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The news manager of the Sooriyan FM radio channel, Nadaraja Gurubaran, who went missing from his home at Mount Lavinia a day earlier returned home on August 30 claiming that he was forcibly taken away and detained in an undisclosed place.
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August - 30 
The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) formally accused the security forces (SFs) of being behind the execution-style murders of 17 local staff of French aid agency, Action Contre La Faim. It blamed that Sri Lankan authorities obstructed their effor
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The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) formally accused the security forces (SFs) of being behind the execution-style murders of 17 local staff of French aid agency, Action Contre La Faim. It blamed that Sri Lankan authorities obstructed their efforts to investigate. The SLMM ruling said, "Noting the facts outlined in the SLMM findings there are very strong indications of the involvement of the Security Forces in the act despite their denial. Firstly, the SLMM cannot find the reasons for the restrictions of movements into the said areas especially in above mentioned circumstances acceptable, thereby strongly indicating the GOSL's eagerness to conceal the matter from the SLMM." In a statement the SLMM said, "The killing of the 17 civilian aid workers in Muttur on August 4, 2006 is ruled as a gross violation of the Ceasefire Agreement by the Security Forces of Sri Lanka." The SLMM also accused LTTE for the June 15 attack of a civilian bus at Kabitigollewa in the Anuradhapura district. The SLMM report said, "Based on SLMM inquiries and the well known modus operandi for the LTTE, the SLMM considers highly probable that there can be no other armed element than the LTTE and LTTE affiliated forces that have had the motive to carry out the attack, in particular in GOSL controlled areas.”
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August - 30 
The United Nations (UN) threatened to end aid operations in Sri Lanka unless its Government discloses what it knows about the killing of 17 aid workers on August 4, 2006. The UN Emergency Relief Coordinator, Jan Egeland, told reporters on August 30 i
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The United Nations (UN) threatened to end aid operations in Sri Lanka unless its Government discloses what it knows about the killing of 17 aid workers on August 4, 2006. The UN Emergency Relief Coordinator, Jan Egeland, told reporters on August 30 in New York, "We have no independent information ourselves in the U.N., but I say we cannot continue in this area unless people will be held accountable for the execution of 17 of our colleagues." The victims, mostly Tamils, were found shot dead in their compound in the Muttur town of Trincomalee district, around 135 miles northeast of the capital Colombo.
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August - 30 
Three security force (SF) personnel were injured when LTTE cadres directed mortar fire at Army detachments in the Sittandy and Sandiveli areas.
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Three security force (SF) personnel were injured when LTTE cadres directed mortar fire at Army detachments in the Sittandy and Sandiveli areas.
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August - 30 
Two more Sri Lankan men - bringing the total charged to seven – were arrested by the Toronto Police on August 30 in connection with a massive fraud scam. As reported earlier, five accused were arrested in Canada in connection with a massive fraud sca
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Two more Sri Lankan men - bringing the total charged to seven – were arrested by the Toronto Police on August 30 in connection with a massive fraud scam. As reported earlier, five accused were arrested in Canada in connection with a massive fraud scam that police suspect may have duped thousands of Mississauga residents. Detectives are probing the trail of stolen cash to determine whether loot was sent to Sri Lanka for the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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August - 31 
A team of Manipur Police arrested the vice army chief, Mohammad Abdul Ajeez alias Ajeez of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) and a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, Meba Maring alias Milai, during a searc
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A team of Manipur Police arrested the vice army chief, Mohammad Abdul Ajeez alias Ajeez of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) and a National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, Meba Maring alias Milai, during a search operation at Sora Mamang Leikai in the Thoubal district on August 31.
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August - 31 
A three-day meet between Border Security Force (BSF) and Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) concluded at Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, according to Shillong Timres. During the meet, the BSF asked the BDR to neutralize 172 camps run inside Bangladesh by m
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A three-day meet between Border Security Force (BSF) and Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) concluded at Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, according to Shillong Timres. During the meet, the BSF asked the BDR to neutralize 172 camps run inside Bangladesh by militants operating in North East India. The BSF also asked BDR to hand over 103 militants and 58 sympathisers of outfits residing in Bangladesh to India. However, the BDR refused to acknowledge the presence of militants in their country.
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August - 31 
According to official sources 11,084 Tamil refugees from Sri Lanka had so far entered in Tamil Nadu since January 2006. Most of the refugees are from Trincomalee, Mannar and Vavuniya districts. Not less than 300 to 600 refugees were entering here da
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According to official sources 11,084 Tamil refugees from Sri Lanka had so far entered in Tamil Nadu since January 2006. Most of the refugees are from Trincomalee, Mannar and Vavuniya districts. Not less than 300 to 600 refugees were entering here daily, the report said, adding, in the last one month, about 3,000 refugees have entered the rehabilitation camps here. Security measures were tightened to prevent the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres entering here, posing as refugees, sources added.
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August - 31 
According to Telegraph, on August 31, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in a communiqué assured the Union Government that five of its jailed leaders would not abscond, once they are released. A letter written by ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’ Par
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According to Telegraph, on August 31, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in a communiqué assured the Union Government that five of its jailed leaders would not abscond, once they are released. A letter written by ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Barua was delivered to Union Home Secretary V.K. Duggal by mediator Indira Goswami. An unidentified senior Union Ministry Home of Affairs official confirmed that ULFA’s letter had reached the Government. He said the Government was exploring options to find a “meeting point” between the outfit’s demand for the release of its jailed leaders and accepting its conditions in toto.
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August - 31 
BDR opened fire at BSF personnel at Labourputa village in the Cachar district of Assam along India-Bangladesh border on August 31, reports Sentinel. Further details are not reported thus far.
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BDR opened fire at BSF personnel at Labourputa village in the Cachar district of Assam along India-Bangladesh border on August 31, reports Sentinel. Further details are not reported thus far.
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August - 31 
Border Security Force (BSF)’s Inspector General of Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur Frontier, J. P. Sinha, while speaking to Sentinel said, “We have specific inputs that the youths from Asom have been taken to Bangladesh for training and other jihadi activ
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Border Security Force (BSF)’s Inspector General of Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur Frontier, J. P. Sinha, while speaking to Sentinel said, “We have specific inputs that the youths from Asom have been taken to Bangladesh for training and other jihadi activities only to be sent back to Asom.” “These youths are not few in numbers and they are being taken by agents working for the ISI and the DGFI of Bangladesh,” stated Sinha.
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August - 31 
Elsewhere in the State, a woman, identified as Sakina Bano, was killed by suspected terrorists at her residence at Dawoocha in the Baramulla district.
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Elsewhere in the State, a woman, identified as Sakina Bano, was killed by suspected terrorists at her residence at Dawoocha in the Baramulla district.
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August - 31 
Elsewhere, a new militant outfit, United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA), has started operating in the Karimganj and Hailakandi districts of south Assam, according to Telegraph. According to police sources, the outfit was involved in at least four
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Elsewhere, a new militant outfit, United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA), has started operating in the Karimganj and Hailakandi districts of south Assam, according to Telegraph. According to police sources, the outfit was involved in at least four incidents of abduction in the Hailakandi district during the past four months. Reports added about the involvement of the outfit in extortion from farmers, teachers, traders and Government officials living in rural areas in the Karimganj and Hailakandi districts.
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August - 31 
Elsewhere, an improvised explosive device (IED) was recovered from Moirang Khunou under Moirang police station jurisdiction in the Bishnupur district.
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Elsewhere, an improvised explosive device (IED) was recovered from Moirang Khunou under Moirang police station jurisdiction in the Bishnupur district.
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August - 31 
Further, a bilateral mechanism to tackle insurgency and other from cross border crimes was decided to be adopted. At a joint press conference, Inspector General of BSF of Tripura, Cachar and Mizoram, S K Dutta, and Inspector General of BSF of Shillo
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Further, a bilateral mechanism to tackle insurgency and other from cross border crimes was decided to be adopted. At a joint press conference, Inspector General of BSF of Tripura, Cachar and Mizoram, S K Dutta, and Inspector General of BSF of Shillong sector, J. P. Sinha said both the frontier agencies underlined the need of sharing intelligence about the movement of insurgents and arms smugglers. "Without mentioning any militant group, the BDR said terrorism was affecting both the nations and it needed to be tackled," said S. K. Dutta.
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August - 31 
Further, one United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Thoudam Naoba alias Kaka, was also arrested from Taothang Mamang Leikai.
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Further, one United National Liberation Front (UNLF) cadre, Thoudam Naoba alias Kaka, was also arrested from Taothang Mamang Leikai.
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August - 31 
Further, troops killed another terrorist at Ari Kund village in the Qazigund area of Anantnag district.
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Further, troops killed another terrorist at Ari Kund village in the Qazigund area of Anantnag district.
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August - 31 
Hindu reports that the Communist Party of India (Marxist Leninist) Janashakti or CPI (ML) Janashakti ‘Central Committee secretary’ and four other ‘State Committee’ leaders of Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh were arrested from a bus stan
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Hindu reports that the Communist Party of India (Marxist Leninist) Janashakti or CPI (ML) Janashakti ‘Central Committee secretary’ and four other ‘State Committee’ leaders of Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh were arrested from a bus stand in the Barabanki district of Uttar Pradesh on August 31. They were identified as Janashakti ‘Central Committee secretary’ Kura Rajaiah alias Rajanna, ‘State Committee’ members of Andhra Pradesh, Yerramreddy Narasimha Reddy alias Satyam and Nambhi Narsimhaiah alias Ram Pullaiah, ‘Maharashtra State Committee secretary’ Ramakishan Pawar alias Ram and the ‘district committee secretary’ of Bijnore district of Uttar Pradesh, Ashok Kumar Rajputh. Disclosing the arrests at a news conference on September 2, Karimnagar Superintendent of Police Devendra Singh Chauhan said that on credible information about the Naxalites organising a meeting in Uttar Pradesh and also to execute pending non-bailable warrants against Kura Rajaiah, the special police party proceeded to Uttar Pradesh. The police also recovered a .32 pistol, one HE 36 hand grenade, 40 electric detonators, an 8 mm rifle, a 9 mm rifle, several cartridges, Rs. 300,000 in cash, party literature and 36 important documents besides their personal belongings.
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August - 31 
In an encounter, security forces killed two cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit at Bonibagh village in the Srinagar district, on the Srinagar-Leh national highway, on August 31-night, according to Daily Excelsior. A soldier also died in the en
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In an encounter, security forces killed two cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit at Bonibagh village in the Srinagar district, on the Srinagar-Leh national highway, on August 31-night, according to Daily Excelsior. A soldier also died in the encounter, while two AK rifles and nine magazines were seized from the slain terrorists, identified as Zaheer Hamid alias Abu Jarar Askari and Musaib (both Pakistan nationals).
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August - 31 
In another incident, terrorists intruded into the house of a civilian, Mohammad Sultan Wagay, at Dangiwacha in the Baramulla district and shot dead his daughter Haseena Akthar.
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In another incident, terrorists intruded into the house of a civilian, Mohammad Sultan Wagay, at Dangiwacha in the Baramulla district and shot dead his daughter Haseena Akthar.
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August - 31 
Jharkhand Police reportedly arrested a hardcore Maoist cadre, Pradeep Mondal alias Mahesjee alias Gopalji, from Itwa under Ghatshila police station in the Jamshedpur district on August 31. Speaking to the media, Superintendent of Police Ashish Batra
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Jharkhand Police reportedly arrested a hardcore Maoist cadre, Pradeep Mondal alias Mahesjee alias Gopalji, from Itwa under Ghatshila police station in the Jamshedpur district on August 31. Speaking to the media, Superintendent of Police Ashish Batra said, “Earlier, Mahesjee was active in Mednapore and Purulia districts of Bengal, but since past one year, he was in Ghatshila region for strengthening the base of the outfit here.” Police sources said Mahesjee was heading the rebel outfit’s offshoot, Mazdoor-Kishan Sangram Samiti, in Ghatshila and was making inroads in the interiors of the district by motivating villagers to join the ranks of the Maoists. Sources added that he was holding an important post in ‘platoon number 42’, consisting of command areas of Lalgarh and Belpahadi (both in Bengal) and Salboni, close to the Dalma region of the Jharkhand.
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August - 31 
Meanwhile, terrorists shot dead a police head constable, Bashir Ahmad, at Iqbal Market Sopore in the Baramulla district.
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Meanwhile, terrorists shot dead a police head constable, Bashir Ahmad, at Iqbal Market Sopore in the Baramulla district.
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August - 31 
Meanwhile, two political parties, the Hill State People's Democratic Party from Khasi Hills and Garo National Council from Garo Hills, at a joint statement demanded the creation of separate provinces for the two major tribes of the State. Both the pa
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Meanwhile, two political parties, the Hill State People's Democratic Party from Khasi Hills and Garo National Council from Garo Hills, at a joint statement demanded the creation of separate provinces for the two major tribes of the State. Both the parties were reportedly opposed to the idea of ‘Greater Garoland’ demanded by the ANVC. However, the ANVC criticized the joint proclamation of the two parties as a "political propaganda".
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August - 31 
Meanwhile, unidentified gunmen shot and wounded a 34-year-old woman at Langol Lamthungching in the Imphal West district.
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Meanwhile, unidentified gunmen shot and wounded a 34-year-old woman at Langol Lamthungching in the Imphal West district.
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August - 31 
One National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, Angam Zeliang, was killed in a clash with rival Naga National Council (NNC) cadres at Phek Basa in the Phek district on August 31.
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One National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadre, Angam Zeliang, was killed in a clash with rival Naga National Council (NNC) cadres at Phek Basa in the Phek district on August 31.
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August - 31 
Security forces (SFs) recovered 125 new uniforms, bombs, bullets, empty cartridges and party literature from a Maoist hideout at Matgaddha under Mohanapur police station in the Gaya district on August 31. According to Superintendent of Police, Pravee
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Security forces (SFs) recovered 125 new uniforms, bombs, bullets, empty cartridges and party literature from a Maoist hideout at Matgaddha under Mohanapur police station in the Gaya district on August 31. According to Superintendent of Police, Praveen Kumar Singh, as the joint team of SFs covered 32 km into the Bihar border to chase a group of over 100 Maoists, who were reportedly chalking out a strategy to attack Chouparan police station, the Maoists opened fire and carried out two landmine explosions and managed to escape. However, no casualties were reported in the incident. He further added that he received information that the Maoists had ordered for 125 new uniforms to conduct a big operation against police because of their success in the district.
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August - 31 
Security forces killed another terrorist, identified as Bilal Bhai of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), at Gagangeer village in the same area. An AK assault rifle and four magazines were seized from his possession.
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Security forces killed another terrorist, identified as Bilal Bhai of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), at Gagangeer village in the same area. An AK assault rifle and four magazines were seized from his possession.
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August - 31 
Separately, security force personnel arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Sanasam Angouba alias Tiken, from Lilong Arapti area in the Thoubal district.
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Separately, security force personnel arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, Sanasam Angouba alias Tiken, from Lilong Arapti area in the Thoubal district.
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August - 31 
SFs also recovered two hand-grenades and two AK magazines with 63 rounds of ammunition during search operations at Arath-Beerwah in Budgam district on August 31.
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SFs also recovered two hand-grenades and two AK magazines with 63 rounds of ammunition during search operations at Arath-Beerwah in Budgam district on August 31.
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August - 31 
The railway construction work between Lumding and Silchar through North Cachar Hills was affected, as contractors decided to suspend construction work due to extortion threat by militant outfits, reports Shillong Times. Representatives of the 13 cons
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The railway construction work between Lumding and Silchar through North Cachar Hills was affected, as contractors decided to suspend construction work due to extortion threat by militant outfits, reports Shillong Times. Representatives of the 13 construction companies engaged in the project said that they were left with only two options – surrender to militants’ threat and suspend work, and they opted to suspend the work. An anti-talks faction of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), Black Widow, which is operating in the hill districts of the State, reportedly destroyed an excavator worth INR 60 00, 000 used in the railway project to terrorize the contractors to meet the demand for ransom amount. The National Socialist Council of Nagaland –Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) is suspected to be conniving with the Black Widow to maintain its influence in the North Cachar Hills district.
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August - 31 
The self-styled ‘chairman’ of the Achik National Volunteers' Council (ANVC), Dilash Marak, figured in the list of wanted militants, residing in Bangladesh, handed over by the Border Security Force (BSF) to the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) during their mee
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The self-styled ‘chairman’ of the Achik National Volunteers' Council (ANVC), Dilash Marak, figured in the list of wanted militants, residing in Bangladesh, handed over by the Border Security Force (BSF) to the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) during their meeting in Shillong, according to Shillong Times. The names of an unspecified number militants belonging to the United Achik National Front (UANF) also figured in the list.
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August - 31 
The State Government on August 31 sought additional funds from the Union government to augment its delivery mechanism and development initiatives to deal with the Naxal problem, according to Ranchi Express. The State Government has submitted its acti
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The State Government on August 31 sought additional funds from the Union government to augment its delivery mechanism and development initiatives to deal with the Naxal problem, according to Ranchi Express. The State Government has submitted its action plan to counter Naxalism during the co-ordination committee meeting on Naxalism in New Delhi, presided over by Union Home Secretary V.K. Duggal. Discussing the plan, State Home Secretary J.B. Tubid and Director General of Police V.D. Ram said that efforts were on to improve coordination among the departments implementing various welfare schemes.
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August - 31 
Two Special Police Officers (SPOs), identified as Naresh Kumar and Manohari Lal, were shot dead by the terrorists at village Saroti in the Kishtwar area of Doda district on August 31. Terrorists decamped with one SLR of the SPOs.
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Two Special Police Officers (SPOs), identified as Naresh Kumar and Manohari Lal, were shot dead by the terrorists at village Saroti in the Kishtwar area of Doda district on August 31. Terrorists decamped with one SLR of the SPOs.
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August - 31 
While another PLA cadre, Thokchom Naoba Singh, was arrested from Mongsang Leikai near Imphal.
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While another PLA cadre, Thokchom Naoba Singh, was arrested from Mongsang Leikai near Imphal.
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August - 31 
Baloch leader Sardar Khair Baksh Marri has described the killing of Nawab Bugti as a target killing, according to Dawn. In an interview, he said he feared for the life of his own son, Balach Marri, because the Government had the ‘mistaken notion’ tha
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Baloch leader Sardar Khair Baksh Marri has described the killing of Nawab Bugti as a target killing, according to Dawn. In an interview, he said he feared for the life of his own son, Balach Marri, because the Government had the ‘mistaken notion’ that Marri was the epicentre of all anti-state and terrorist activities, and Balach Marri was an ‘icon of resistance’.
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August - 31 
Fourteen Pakistani and Indian Shia pilgrims were abducted and subsequently killed by insurgents in the Anbar province of Iraq, police said on September 2. The 11 Pakistanis and three Indians, all male, had been traveling to holy Shia sites in Iraq on
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Fourteen Pakistani and Indian Shia pilgrims were abducted and subsequently killed by insurgents in the Anbar province of Iraq, police said on September 2. The 11 Pakistanis and three Indians, all male, had been traveling to holy Shia sites in Iraq on August 31 when they were attacked in Anbar province, heartland of the Sunni insurgency, according to Daily Times. An official at the al-Hussein hospital in the Shia holy city of Karbala, where the bodies were taken on September 1, said the 14 men had their hands bound and had been shot in the head. The attackers “freed the women and children and shot dead the men, execution-style,” Iraqi Interior Ministry spokesman Abdul Karim Khalaf said.
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August - 31 
On August 31, a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Jam Muhammad Yousuf was informed that rioters had set ablaze or damaged 93 Government buildings, 87 shops, 31 houses, 28 banks and 37 vehicles over the past four days in various parts of th
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On August 31, a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Jam Muhammad Yousuf was informed that rioters had set ablaze or damaged 93 Government buildings, 87 shops, 31 houses, 28 banks and 37 vehicles over the past four days in various parts of the province, including capital Quetta. The meeting also reviewed the law and order situation in the province, one day ahead of today’s countrywide strike called by the Alliance for the Restoration of Democracy.
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August - 31 
The body of Jamhoori Watan Party chief Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti was retrieved from a cave in the Kohlu district of Balochistan province on August 31 as efforts to recover the bodies of other tribesmen continued, according to The News. Bugti was killed
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The body of Jamhoori Watan Party chief Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti was retrieved from a cave in the Kohlu district of Balochistan province on August 31 as efforts to recover the bodies of other tribesmen continued, according to The News. Bugti was killed along with 38 insurgents during a military operation in the Chalgri area of Bhamboor Hills in Dera Bugti district on August 26. Officials said the burial would take place in Dera Bugti on September 1 (today), while authorities were contacting relatives of the slain Baloch leader through the Balochistan Government to hand the body over to them. “The body is in an advanced stage of decay as it had been badly crushed under a big boulder,” said military regime spokesperson Maj-Gen Shaukat Sultan.
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August - 31 
The police arrested four members of a banned religious outfit in Peshawar, capital of the North West Frontier Province, for providing shelter to foreign militants, on August 31, reports Dawn. While two were arrested from Sufaid Dheri, two others wer
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The police arrested four members of a banned religious outfit in Peshawar, capital of the North West Frontier Province, for providing shelter to foreign militants, on August 31, reports Dawn. While two were arrested from Sufaid Dheri, two others were arrested from the Achini area. Three hand-grenades and documents indicating their links with foreign militants were reportedly seized from their possession.
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August - 31 
Maoists reportedly ‘arrested’ a Nepal Army soldier and five others from Danchhi in the Kathmandu district on August 31 for their alleged involvement in extorting money from the locals posing as Maoists.
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Maoists reportedly ‘arrested’ a Nepal Army soldier and five others from Danchhi in the Kathmandu district on August 31 for their alleged involvement in extorting money from the locals posing as Maoists.
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August - 31 
Members of the Parliamentary State Affairs Committee on August 31 proposed that the ‘Head of the State’ should replace the term ‘His Majesty’ in the Clause (2) of the bill on amendment of laws regarding approval and procedures of public documents.
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Members of the Parliamentary State Affairs Committee on August 31 proposed that the ‘Head of the State’ should replace the term ‘His Majesty’ in the Clause (2) of the bill on amendment of laws regarding approval and procedures of public documents.
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August - 31 
Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala met King Gyanendra at the Narayanhiti Royal Palace in Kathmandu on August 31 and briefed him on the current political situation in the country.
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Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala met King Gyanendra at the Narayanhiti Royal Palace in Kathmandu on August 31 and briefed him on the current political situation in the country.
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August - 31 
Talking to reporters at Birtamod the Home Minister Krishna Prasad Sitaula, had alleged that the Maoists are not abiding by the ceasefire code of conduct and various agreements reached between the ruling seven party alliance and the Maoists. “Although
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Talking to reporters at Birtamod the Home Minister Krishna Prasad Sitaula, had alleged that the Maoists are not abiding by the ceasefire code of conduct and various agreements reached between the ruling seven party alliance and the Maoists. “Although, the Maoist leadership has been frequently expressing their commitments to abide by the agreements, there have been ample instances of violations at the local level,” Sitaula added.
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August - 31 
The Maoists have agreed to return the land and properties, which they had seized to their respective owners following an agreement reached with the district based political leaders at Siraha on August 31. The Maoists have admitted to capturing 1,200
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The Maoists have agreed to return the land and properties, which they had seized to their respective owners following an agreement reached with the district based political leaders at Siraha on August 31. The Maoists have admitted to capturing 1,200 bighas of land belonging to 80 individuals in the district.
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August - 31 
A special tribunal in Gaibandha on August 31 sentenced four militants of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) to life imprisonment for their involvement in August 17, 2005 serial blasts in the Gaibandha town. The convicts were identified as Mati
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A special tribunal in Gaibandha on August 31 sentenced four militants of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) to life imprisonment for their involvement in August 17, 2005 serial blasts in the Gaibandha town. The convicts were identified as Matin Mehdi alias Motiul Islam, Abdul Aziz, Ziaur Rahman Badal and Abul Qayium. Two of the convicts, Matin Mehdi and Abdul Aziz, are still absconding.
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August - 31 
According to Daily Star, the High Court (HC) on August 31 confirmed death sentences awarded earlier to the seven militant leaders of Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) for killing two judges in Jhalakathi by the Additional District and Sessions Ju
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According to Daily Star, the High Court (HC) on August 31 confirmed death sentences awarded earlier to the seven militant leaders of Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) for killing two judges in Jhalakathi by the Additional District and Sessions Judge of Jhalakathi on May 29. The accused militants are JMB chief Abdur Rahman and second-in-command Siddiqul Islam alias Bangla Bhai, majlish-e-shura (supreme council) members Ataur Rahman Sunny, Abdul Awal and Faruk Hossain Khan alias Khaled Saifullah, suicide bombers Iftekhar Hasan Al Mamun and Asadul Islam alias Arif. The HC bench comprising Justice Ali Asgar Khan and Justice Emdadul Haque said, “The additional sessions judge did not commit any illegality by handing death sentences on the seven accused. There is no ground to interfere in the judgment passed by the additional sessions judge Jhalakathi.”
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August - 31 
In another case, Metropolitan Sessions Judge's Court in Dhaka, granted ad-interim bail to a JMB militant, Mohammad Shamim, arrested in connection with a bomb blast case filed with Kotwali Police Station in the capital on August 17, 2005.
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In another case, Metropolitan Sessions Judge's Court in Dhaka, granted ad-interim bail to a JMB militant, Mohammad Shamim, arrested in connection with a bomb blast case filed with Kotwali Police Station in the capital on August 17, 2005.
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August - 31 
In separate cases, eight JMB militants were sentenced to life imprisonment in Thakurgaon and Rajshahi on August 31. Of them, six were awarded life imprisonment in the August 27 bombing case in Thakurgaon town, while the remaining two in an arms case
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In separate cases, eight JMB militants were sentenced to life imprisonment in Thakurgaon and Rajshahi on August 31. Of them, six were awarded life imprisonment in the August 27 bombing case in Thakurgaon town, while the remaining two in an arms case in Rajshahi.
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The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel arrested Firoz, a cadre of the Lal Pataka faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), at Bagorgram village in the Birampur sub-district of Dinajpur district on August 31, according to Daily Star. He
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The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel arrested Firoz, a cadre of the Lal Pataka faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), at Bagorgram village in the Birampur sub-district of Dinajpur district on August 31, according to Daily Star. He is suspected to be involved in the killing of four police personnel on August 25. On September 1, the RAB handed over the extremist to police authorities in Manda.
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August - 31 
A LTTE claymore mine connected to and anti-personal mine was recovered by troops at Nelliadi in the Jaffna district on August 31.
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A LTTE claymore mine connected to and anti-personal mine was recovered by troops at Nelliadi in the Jaffna district on August 31.
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August - 31 
According to the Sri Lanka Army reports the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has buried at least 92 dead bodies of their cadres in two locations at Kadiraveli and Vakarai areas till August 31. Troops reportedly observed 27 LTTE dead bodies lyi
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According to the Sri Lanka Army reports the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has buried at least 92 dead bodies of their cadres in two locations at Kadiraveli and Vakarai areas till August 31. Troops reportedly observed 27 LTTE dead bodies lying ahead of Selvanagar camp. 14 soldiers were killed and 92 others were wounded in the continued fighting, the report added.
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August - 31 
Army chief Lt. Gen. Sarath Fonseka told Associated Press that Government troops are only two kilometers outside of Sampur and within a few days the Military would take control of it.
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Army chief Lt. Gen. Sarath Fonseka told Associated Press that Government troops are only two kilometers outside of Sampur and within a few days the Military would take control of it.
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August - 31 
Elsewhere, LTTE cadres shot at and injured another police personnel in the Eravul area.
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Elsewhere, LTTE cadres shot at and injured another police personnel in the Eravul area.
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August - 31 
Military spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe said that troops engaged in the operation to neutralise LTTE artillery and mortar gun positions in the Sampur region brought Kaddaparichchan, a stronghold for mortar and artillery gun positions of t
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Military spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe said that troops engaged in the operation to neutralise LTTE artillery and mortar gun positions in the Sampur region brought Kaddaparichchan, a stronghold for mortar and artillery gun positions of the outfit, under their full control. The Air Force also took identified LTTE targets at Iranamadu and Sampur in the Kilinochchi and Trincomalee districts respectively. Reuters quoted a Military spokesperson as saying, “We are trying to neutralise the threat to Trincomalee. Our strategy is to send people into Sampur to neutralise their artillery and mortar positions which are pointed towards the harbour."
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August - 31 
On August 31, two police personnel were injured when a LTTE cadre lobbed a hand grenade at the police roadblock in the Chenkalady area of Batticaloa district. The cadre was arrested later.
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On August 31, two police personnel were injured when a LTTE cadre lobbed a hand grenade at the police roadblock in the Chenkalady area of Batticaloa district. The cadre was arrested later.
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August - 31 
Sri Lanka Government enforced new controls on foreign aid workers. Local and foreign non-government organisations were told to obtain work permits for expatriate staff by September 1, before the deadline was extended by a week, the officials said. Th
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Sri Lanka Government enforced new controls on foreign aid workers. Local and foreign non-government organisations were told to obtain work permits for expatriate staff by September 1, before the deadline was extended by a week, the officials said. The new measures were brought in after the French aid workers of ‘Action against Hunger’ were shot dead on August 4.
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August - 31 
The Security Forces (SFs) have found a heap of Tsunami relief items at the Kattaparichchan mortar location of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Trincomalee district. Defence spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe told Daily News,
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The Security Forces (SFs) have found a heap of Tsunami relief items at the Kattaparichchan mortar location of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Trincomalee district. Defence spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe told Daily News, "Those relief items have been pilfered by the LTTE from the areas affected by Tsunami waves in the North and East in December 2004." The relief items, which were found in the camp, were canvas tents, medicines and electrical items and were bearing the names of the countries and the organisations, which had donated them for the Tsunami victims, he added. The SFs took control of the area on August 31.
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August - 31 
The Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapakse met British Prime Minister Tony Blair in London and discussed the current situation in Sri Lanka. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka took serious exception to the reported remarks by Norwegian Special Envoy Jon Hanssen-Bau
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The Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapakse met British Prime Minister Tony Blair in London and discussed the current situation in Sri Lanka. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka took serious exception to the reported remarks by Norwegian Special Envoy Jon Hanssen-Bauer that President Mahinda Rajapakse's scheduled meeting with British Prime Minister Tony Blair is "presumably an attempt to secure India's support in favour of Sri Lanka's policy."
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August - 31 
The Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Mangala Samaraweera called for a "more independent and more impartial role" by the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM). In an interview with the BBC in London, the Minister said, "We believe that the Sri Lanka Monitori
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The Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Mangala Samaraweera called for a "more independent and more impartial role" by the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM). In an interview with the BBC in London, the Minister said, "We believe that the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission has a very important role to play in Sri Lanka, especially at a time when the LTTE has escalated its levels of violence and in fact I would say the SLMM should not be a fair weather organisation." Responding to a question that whether Sri Lanka is back at war and the ceasefire is over, he responded, "No it is not a civil war. Because to have a war you must have two sides. At the moment the Government is merely responding to LTTE aggression.” He further said that the Government was hoping even today the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) can be brought back to the negotiating table. He reiterated that there were no conditions for the outfit to return to negotiations but there has to be a verifiable guarantee from the LTTE chief V. Prabhakaran that the hostilities will be ceased.
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August - 31 
Three inmates of the Chencholai 'orphanage' as claimed by the LTTE, injured in the August 14 aerial bombing in Mullaitivu and undergoing treatment at a hospital in Kandy, told police that it was not an orphanage as claimed by the LTTE but a LTTE camp
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Three inmates of the Chencholai 'orphanage' as claimed by the LTTE, injured in the August 14 aerial bombing in Mullaitivu and undergoing treatment at a hospital in Kandy, told police that it was not an orphanage as claimed by the LTTE but a LTTE camp where hundreds of youth were given weapons training. Inspector General of Police Chandra Fernando told Daily News, "According to the youth they had been taken there by a person called Maran and were given weapons training at the Chencholai camp. These youth have told Police that the place was not an orphanage.” Earlier, the Military had refuted the LTTE claim that it was a civilian camp.
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August - 31 
Troops recovered two hand grenades and a smoke bomb from the Kaleliya area of Gampaha district on August 31.
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Troops recovered two hand grenades and a smoke bomb from the Kaleliya area of Gampaha district on August 31.
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*Data till , May 08, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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