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February - 1 
According to army sources, a hide out of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was destroyed in an unspecified location in Tinsukia district on February 1. Army was looking for a ULFA cadre believed to be involed in the January 30 Thansa massacr
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According to army sources, a hide out of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was destroyed in an unspecified location in Tinsukia district on February 1. Army was looking for a ULFA cadre believed to be involed in the January 30 Thansa massacre. One Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and photographs of terrorists were recovered from the hide-out.
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February - 1 
Earlier, on February 1, the Srikakulam divisional committee of the PWG alleged that two of its cadres-who were found missing after the January 24 encounter at Rattikonda, were killed by the police. The PWG proposes to observe a district-wide bandh of
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Earlier, on February 1, the Srikakulam divisional committee of the PWG alleged that two of its cadres-who were found missing after the January 24 encounter at Rattikonda, were killed by the police. The PWG proposes to observe a district-wide bandh of February 10 in protest against the killings of its cadres.
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February - 1 
Four security force personnel were injured when unidentified terrorists fired grenades at the Doordarshan complex in Srinagar, on February 1.
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Four security force personnel were injured when unidentified terrorists fired grenades at the Doordarshan complex in Srinagar, on February 1.
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February - 1 
In another development in the same State, two PWG cadres were killed in an encounter in Nizamabad district.
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In another development in the same State, two PWG cadres were killed in an encounter in Nizamabad district.
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February - 1 
Media reports said nine persons, believed to be supporters of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation, the reformed left-wing extremist group, were killed and several others injured when two groups, one a criminal gang and the othe
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Media reports said nine persons, believed to be supporters of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation, the reformed left-wing extremist group, were killed and several others injured when two groups, one a criminal gang and the other, the CPI (ML) Liberation, clashed at Jagdishpur in Siwan district on February 1. The State police chief, however, said that those killed were believed to be criminals and that their bodies were being identified.
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February - 1 
Security force personnel, on February 1, recovered the body of a civilian killed earlier by unidentified terrorists in Qazigund.
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Security force personnel, on February 1, recovered the body of a civilian killed earlier by unidentified terrorists in Qazigund.
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February - 1 
Terrorists fired a grenade towards a bus stand Qazigund on February 1. No loss of life or injuries was reported from the site of the incident.
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Terrorists fired a grenade towards a bus stand Qazigund on February 1. No loss of life or injuries was reported from the site of the incident.
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February - 1 
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on February 1, in a press release in Hyderabad claimed that it had achieved remarkable success in anti-Naxalite operations in Andhra Pradesh. As many as 55 extremists were killed and 102 apprehended in 142 enco
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The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on February 1, in a press release in Hyderabad claimed that it had achieved remarkable success in anti-Naxalite operations in Andhra Pradesh. As many as 55 extremists were killed and 102 apprehended in 142 encounters from 1996-2000. The anti-Naxalite operation conducted under the CRPF command during that period led to the seizure of 118 major arms, 857 rounds of ammunitions and 220 explosives from the PWG Dalams. Ten CRPF personnel were killed during the operations.
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February - 1 
Two police personnel were killed and another seriously injured when the left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG), blasted a bus at Lovalakshmipuram in Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh.
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Two police personnel were killed and another seriously injured when the left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG), blasted a bus at Lovalakshmipuram in Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh.
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February - 1 
Two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Hakh-Pathri in Kalaroos on February 1.
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Two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Hakh-Pathri in Kalaroos on February 1.
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February - 1 
Madhav Kumar Nepal, Leader of the Opposition and General Secretary of Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist Leninist) alleged, "Vested interests in the government and the ruling party do not want to resolve the problem, which has become a means t
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Madhav Kumar Nepal, Leader of the Opposition and General Secretary of Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist Leninist) alleged, "Vested interests in the government and the ruling party do not want to resolve the problem, which has become a means to earn huge amount of money." He accused the government of using sheer force to settle the problem and not treating it as a political problem.
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Narhari Acharya, spokesperson of the ruling Nepali Congress party said on February 1 that through its "internal channels" the government has been holding secret talks with the underground Nepal Communist Party (Maoist) and some progress has been made
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Narhari Acharya, spokesperson of the ruling Nepali Congress party said on February 1 that through its "internal channels" the government has been holding secret talks with the underground Nepal Communist Party (Maoist) and some progress has been made in this direction. He also said, the absence of a consensus within Nepal on this matter had hampered the progress of the talks. But he added, "Both the NC and the government are open for talks with the rebels." At the same time he cautioned, "If the Maoists can kill and maim people, the government has no option but to reply in kind."
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February - 1 
The left-leaning 11-party alliance has called for a daylong hartal across the country on February 1 demanding necessary steps to check terrorism, extortion, street crimes and immediate ban on communal politics. Earlier, on January 22, the left-leanin
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The left-leaning 11-party alliance has called for a daylong hartal across the country on February 1 demanding necessary steps to check terrorism, extortion, street crimes and immediate ban on communal politics. Earlier, on January 22, the left-leaning parties enforced a half-day hartal protesting the bomb attack on a CPB rally at Paltan Maidan in Dhaka in which six people were killed.
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February - 1 
On February 1, a soldier was injured in rebel mortar shelling.
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On February 1, a soldier was injured in rebel mortar shelling.
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February - 1 
On the political front, Norwegian peace envoy Erick Solheim called on President Chandrika Kumaratunga and also met the Leader of the Opposition Ranil Wickremasinghe. Solheim is once again in Colombo after having gone there earlier in the year and hav
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On the political front, Norwegian peace envoy Erick Solheim called on President Chandrika Kumaratunga and also met the Leader of the Opposition Ranil Wickremasinghe. Solheim is once again in Colombo after having gone there earlier in the year and having later met the LTTE's London-based chief negotiator Anton Balasingham. The content of Solheim's discussions with the President is yet not known, but he is believed to have discussed measures to kick-start the peace process.
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February - 1 
One more rebel cadre was killed in the Nagarkovil area.
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One more rebel cadre was killed in the Nagarkovil area.
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February - 1 
Pro-Tamil sources said several students, faculty and non-academic staff of the Batticaloa University picketed on February 1, urging the Britain not to proscribe the LTTE under the new Terrorism Act. The protestors also expressed in support of the Tam
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Pro-Tamil sources said several students, faculty and non-academic staff of the Batticaloa University picketed on February 1, urging the Britain not to proscribe the LTTE under the new Terrorism Act. The protestors also expressed in support of the Tamil people's right to self-determination, organisers said.
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February - 1 
The Sri Lankan Army, on February 2, said that troops had attacked two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunkers a day earlier and killed three LTTE cadre in the Jaffna Peninsula. Two soldiers were wounded in the incident.
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The Sri Lankan Army, on February 2, said that troops had attacked two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunkers a day earlier and killed three LTTE cadre in the Jaffna Peninsula. Two soldiers were wounded in the incident.
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February - 2 
A Catholic priest was injured in an attack by two undentified terrorists at Kangpokpi area in the Senapati district on February 2.
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A Catholic priest was injured in an attack by two undentified terrorists at Kangpokpi area in the Senapati district on February 2.
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February - 2 
A civilian who was attacked by unidentified terrorists at Gunde Qasim on February 1 succumbed to injuries.
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A civilian who was attacked by unidentified terrorists at Gunde Qasim on February 1 succumbed to injuries.
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February - 2 
According to media reports, the church leaders in the State have taken the initiative of establishing contacts between the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and the State Government. The Khasi Jaintia Church Leaders’ Forum (KJCLF) is rep
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According to media reports, the church leaders in the State have taken the initiative of establishing contacts between the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and the State Government. The Khasi Jaintia Church Leaders’ Forum (KJCLF) is reported to have sent invitation letters to the leadership of the HNLC asking then to participate in a dialogue on their demands.
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February - 2 
According to official sources, a civilian was killed by terrorists at village Path-Makhan in Badgam district.
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According to official sources, a civilian was killed by terrorists at village Path-Makhan in Badgam district.
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February - 2 
According to police sources, three terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in an encounter in the Mazgaon area, Bongaigaon district, on February 2. Security forces have launched a massive combing operation to arrest the o
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According to police sources, three terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in an encounter in the Mazgaon area, Bongaigaon district, on February 2. Security forces have launched a massive combing operation to arrest the other members of the group hiding in nearby villages.
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February - 2 
Body of a civilian reported to have been killed by terrorists was recovered from Batakote in Pahalgam.
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Body of a civilian reported to have been killed by terrorists was recovered from Batakote in Pahalgam.
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February - 2 
On February 2, an activist of the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) was killed by three suspected terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) at Chaikhowa in Nalbari district. As reported earlier, in January 2001, the NDFB had decided
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On February 2, an activist of the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) was killed by three suspected terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) at Chaikhowa in Nalbari district. As reported earlier, in January 2001, the NDFB had decided to target the ABSU and other organiations for selective killings.
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February - 2 
On February 2, police claimed to have arrested three left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the People’s War Group (PWG) in Anantpur district. Three country-made revolvers and ammunition were recovered from them.
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On February 2, police claimed to have arrested three left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the People’s War Group (PWG) in Anantpur district. Three country-made revolvers and ammunition were recovered from them.
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February - 2 
On February 2, police claimed to have averted a major act of subversion when they detected a bomb on the railway track near New Jalpaiguri station. Official sources said that the markings on the bomb revealed that it was from the Army stock.
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On February 2, police claimed to have averted a major act of subversion when they detected a bomb on the railway track near New Jalpaiguri station. Official sources said that the markings on the bomb revealed that it was from the Army stock.
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February - 2 
On the same day, 13 ULFA terrorists, including the outfit’s 'foreign liaison officer', 'communication officer' and 'medical-in-charge', surrendered along with arms and ammunition at the Misa Army camp near Nagaon.
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On the same day, 13 ULFA terrorists, including the outfit’s 'foreign liaison officer', 'communication officer' and 'medical-in-charge', surrendered along with arms and ammunition at the Misa Army camp near Nagaon.
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February - 2 
On the same day, in a joint press statement, the terrorist outfits, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the NDFB issued a call for a 12-hour strike on February 4, in protest against the proposed visit of the Union Home Minister, L K Advani to
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On the same day, in a joint press statement, the terrorist outfits, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the NDFB issued a call for a 12-hour strike on February 4, in protest against the proposed visit of the Union Home Minister, L K Advani to the State.
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February - 2 
On the same day, two terrorists of the Tehrik-ul-Mujahideen were killed in an encounter at Muni Bahak Putushahi in Kupwara. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of the encounter.
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On the same day, two terrorists of the Tehrik-ul-Mujahideen were killed in an encounter at Muni Bahak Putushahi in Kupwara. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of the encounter.
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February - 2 
The Punjab police busted a narco-terrorist network operating from Jammu and Kashmir. According to official sources in Gurdaspur, Punjab, one person was arrested from village Banni Lodhi, bordering Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir for his alleged
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The Punjab police busted a narco-terrorist network operating from Jammu and Kashmir. According to official sources in Gurdaspur, Punjab, one person was arrested from village Banni Lodhi, bordering Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir for his alleged involvement in the smuggling of narcotics, arms and ammunition from Pakistan. The sources said that the arrested had developed a clandestine alliance with Pakistan-based Punjab terrorist leaders Wadhawa Singh Babbar and Parmjit Singh Panjwar.
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February - 2 
Three persons including one security force personnel were injured in two separate explosions in the State. In the first explosion, one security force personnel was injured when unidentified terrorists blasted a Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Sa
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Three persons including one security force personnel were injured in two separate explosions in the State. In the first explosion, one security force personnel was injured when unidentified terrorists blasted a Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Saliah road Ashmuqam in the Anantnag district. In another incident, two persons were injured in a bomb explosion at the Chopra Shop market of Rhembal in Jammu on the same day.
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February - 2 
Two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) including a ‘launching commander’ were killed and two security force personnel and another terrorist injured in a joint operation by the security forces and police personnel at village Pathana Peer in the P
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Two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) including a ‘launching commander’ were killed and two security force personnel and another terrorist injured in a joint operation by the security forces and police personnel at village Pathana Peer in the Poonch district on February 2. According to official sources, the injured terrorist along with his associates managed to escape from the site of the encounter. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the encounter.
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February - 2 
Two unidentified terrorists from a group of six were killed in an encounter at village Mandi Behak Putshahi of Baramulla district. The others, however, managed to escape. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of the incident.
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Two unidentified terrorists from a group of six were killed in an encounter at village Mandi Behak Putshahi of Baramulla district. The others, however, managed to escape. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of the incident.
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February - 2 
Unidentified terrorists killed an member of the counter-insurgent Ikhwani at Badkoot in Anantnag district.
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Unidentified terrorists killed an member of the counter-insurgent Ikhwani at Badkoot in Anantnag district.
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February - 2 
Security has been tightened around various religious places to counter any subversive activity.
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Security has been tightened around various religious places to counter any subversive activity.
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February - 2 
Pro-Tamil sources alleged that three youth belonging to Achelu who had gone to Jaffna on January 31, to procure tickets to travel to Colombo have been detained at a Brigade Headquarters by security forces for questioning.
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Pro-Tamil sources alleged that three youth belonging to Achelu who had gone to Jaffna on January 31, to procure tickets to travel to Colombo have been detained at a Brigade Headquarters by security forces for questioning.
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February - 2 
Six more rebels were killed in an ambush laid by troops in Jayasinghapura area near Weli Oya.
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Six more rebels were killed in an ambush laid by troops in Jayasinghapura area near Weli Oya.
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February - 2 
The Sri Lankan Army has said that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on February 2, injured a soldier in Muhamalai in a mortar shelling. On the same day, two rebels were killed in the Kilaly general area while another was killed in c
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The Sri Lankan Army has said that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on February 2, injured a soldier in Muhamalai in a mortar shelling. On the same day, two rebels were killed in the Kilaly general area while another was killed in clashes reported from Thattuwankottai, near Kilaly.
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February - 2 
The Sri Lankan media claimed that the LTTE has once again stepped up efforts to recruit child soldiers into its ranks.
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The Sri Lankan media claimed that the LTTE has once again stepped up efforts to recruit child soldiers into its ranks.
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February - 2 
Three more LTTE cadres are believed to have been killed in clashes with troops on patrol in Kilaly. Also, a civilian was injured in the Maduvil area as he accidentally stepped on a mine.
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Three more LTTE cadres are believed to have been killed in clashes with troops on patrol in Kilaly. Also, a civilian was injured in the Maduvil area as he accidentally stepped on a mine.
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February - 3 
According to official sources, the Billoo Gujjar group of Hizb-ul -Mujahideen attacked a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member at Dumki in Sumbar village of the Doda district and looted official arms and ammunition from him. On the same day, police
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According to official sources, the Billoo Gujjar group of Hizb-ul -Mujahideen attacked a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member at Dumki in Sumbar village of the Doda district and looted official arms and ammunition from him. On the same day, police arrested two terrorists at Baramulla. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from them.
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February - 3 
According to police sources, an unidentified terrorist, suspected to be a cadre of the Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL-T) outfit, was killed in an encounter at Bashikhong Kongba Irong on February 3. The encounter took place as the commandos were carryi
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According to police sources, an unidentified terrorist, suspected to be a cadre of the Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL-T) outfit, was killed in an encounter at Bashikhong Kongba Irong on February 3. The encounter took place as the commandos were carrying out a combing operation in the area to nab the terrorists involved in the February-2 attack on the life of a Catholic priest of Canchipur school. Another youth had also been arrested during the operation.
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February - 3 
In another Naxal related incident in Jharkhand, on February 3, police claimed to have arrested six Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and in a joint operation with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), destroyed their bunker in a jungl
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In another Naxal related incident in Jharkhand, on February 3, police claimed to have arrested six Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and in a joint operation with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), destroyed their bunker in a jungle in Palamu district.
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February - 3 
In yet another development, the Chattisgarh police chief, on February 3, admitted that there has been a spurt in Naxalite activities after the formation of the new State. He said the State Government had chalked out a two-pronged strategy to deal wit
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In yet another development, the Chattisgarh police chief, on February 3, admitted that there has been a spurt in Naxalite activities after the formation of the new State. He said the State Government had chalked out a two-pronged strategy to deal with the Naxalite menace.
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February - 3 
On February 3, an un-occupied security post was burnt down by unidentified terrorists at Irilbung in Imphal East district. According to sources, the post was earlier occupied by Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the India Reserve Batallion (IRB
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On February 3, an un-occupied security post was burnt down by unidentified terrorists at Irilbung in Imphal East district. According to sources, the post was earlier occupied by Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the India Reserve Batallion (IRB) personnel.
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February - 3 
On February 3, the 31st Assam Rilfes celebrated its 13th raising anniversary in the State. Since 1988, the unit has been engaged in counter-insutrgency operations, railway protection and providing medical assistance to the villagers in the State.
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On February 3, the 31st Assam Rilfes celebrated its 13th raising anniversary in the State. Since 1988, the unit has been engaged in counter-insutrgency operations, railway protection and providing medical assistance to the villagers in the State.
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February - 3 
On the political front, the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Farooq Abdullah, addressing the press on February 3, in Srinagar said that the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) cannot set the agenda on the Kashmir issue.
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On the political front, the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Farooq Abdullah, addressing the press on February 3, in Srinagar said that the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) cannot set the agenda on the Kashmir issue.
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February - 3 
On the same day, two terrorists including an ‘area commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) were killed in an encounter at village Ban Kas of Rajouri. The other terrorists managed to escape from the site of the encounter. Some arms and ammunition w
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On the same day, two terrorists including an ‘area commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) were killed in an encounter at village Ban Kas of Rajouri. The other terrorists managed to escape from the site of the encounter. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of the encounter.
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February - 3 
Security force personnel killed one terrorist and thwarted an infiltration attempt by a group of six unidentified terrorists in the forward area of Kalaal on the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowshera sector. The other terrorists managed to escape from th
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Security force personnel killed one terrorist and thwarted an infiltration attempt by a group of six unidentified terrorists in the forward area of Kalaal on the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowshera sector. The other terrorists managed to escape from the site of the encounter. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the incident.
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February - 3 
Security force personnel killed two terrorists of a group at Panjigam village in Bandipora area of Kulgam district on the same day. The other terrorists, while fleeing, set ablaze six houses of civilians. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered
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Security force personnel killed two terrorists of a group at Panjigam village in Bandipora area of Kulgam district on the same day. The other terrorists, while fleeing, set ablaze six houses of civilians. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the encounter.
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February - 3 
Six Sikhs were killed and eight others injured by unidentified terrorists at Mehjoor Nagar in Srinagar on February 3. According to official sources, a hitherto unknown terrorist outfit Al Qasim has reportedly claimed responsibility for the act. No ar
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Six Sikhs were killed and eight others injured by unidentified terrorists at Mehjoor Nagar in Srinagar on February 3. According to official sources, a hitherto unknown terrorist outfit Al Qasim has reportedly claimed responsibility for the act. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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February - 3 
The Union government is scheduled to hold its tenth round of talks with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) on February 10. In this context, BLT 'publicity secretary' Mainao Daimary was reportedly said, on February 3, ‘we do hope that the talk will yiel
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The Union government is scheduled to hold its tenth round of talks with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) on February 10. In this context, BLT 'publicity secretary' Mainao Daimary was reportedly said, on February 3, ‘we do hope that the talk will yield good result and the Bodo people will be benefited in a big way’.
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February - 3 
Two security force personnel and eight civilians were injured in a grenade attack by terrorists at Soura.
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Two security force personnel and eight civilians were injured in a grenade attack by terrorists at Soura.
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February - 3 
Unidentified terrorists fired a rifle grenade on a security force post at Pattan. An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion was reported from Sopore. However, no loss of life or injuries have been reported from the site of these two incidents.
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Unidentified terrorists fired a rifle grenade on a security force post at Pattan. An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion was reported from Sopore. However, no loss of life or injuries have been reported from the site of these two incidents.
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February - 3 
Unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in Kawpora Sumbal at Trehgam on February 3.
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Unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in Kawpora Sumbal at Trehgam on February 3.
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February - 3 
On February 3, the Chief Secretary of Sindh instructed police officials from the province and its capital Karachi to prepare a contingency plan to respond to any law and order situation, especially those linked with sectarian violence.
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On February 3, the Chief Secretary of Sindh instructed police officials from the province and its capital Karachi to prepare a contingency plan to respond to any law and order situation, especially those linked with sectarian violence.
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February - 3 
On February 3, the leadership of the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) and Sipah-e-Muhammad in Punjab announced its willingness to overcome differences and to withdraw cases filed against each other.
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On February 3, the leadership of the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) and Sipah-e-Muhammad in Punjab announced its willingness to overcome differences and to withdraw cases filed against each other.
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February - 3 
A group of 100 Maoist insurgents attacked a farmers' co-operative and set it ablaze, on February 3 in Biratmod. Subsequently they also raided a private residence and looted more than a hundred thousand rupees.
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A group of 100 Maoist insurgents attacked a farmers' co-operative and set it ablaze, on February 3 in Biratmod. Subsequently they also raided a private residence and looted more than a hundred thousand rupees.
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February - 3 
An activist of the ruling Nepali Congress was killed by suspected Maoist insurgents on February 3 in Saptari district.
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An activist of the ruling Nepali Congress was killed by suspected Maoist insurgents on February 3 in Saptari district.
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February - 3 
Maoist insurgents laid an ambush on the convoy of the country's Chief Justice, Keshav Prasad Upadhyay, who narrowly escaped the attack, in Chhyasatti, Surkhet, 500 km west of Kathmandu, on February 3. Six others, including a judicial officer were kil
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Maoist insurgents laid an ambush on the convoy of the country's Chief Justice, Keshav Prasad Upadhyay, who narrowly escaped the attack, in Chhyasatti, Surkhet, 500 km west of Kathmandu, on February 3. Six others, including a judicial officer were killed in the attack. Justice Upadhyay was one of those who were instrumental in setting up Special Courts to investigate the activities of the Maoists. He has also delivered verdicts against the sympathisers of the insurgents.
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February - 3 
The Maoists have banned all government employees and teachers, working in the rural hinterland from travelling to the district headquarters.
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The Maoists have banned all government employees and teachers, working in the rural hinterland from travelling to the district headquarters.
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February - 3 
The Maoists killed a woman in Kalikot on February 3. She had been abducted earlier by the Maoists in October, 2000.
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The Maoists killed a woman in Kalikot on February 3. She had been abducted earlier by the Maoists in October, 2000.
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February - 3 
On February 3, a police personnel was killed by Islamic fundamentalists inside a mosque at Mohammadpur in Dhaka during the hartal (strike) called by the Ulema-Mashaekh (Islamic scholars).
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On February 3, a police personnel was killed by Islamic fundamentalists inside a mosque at Mohammadpur in Dhaka during the hartal (strike) called by the Ulema-Mashaekh (Islamic scholars).
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February - 3 
In the Wanni area, two LTTE rebels were killed in Omanthai in clashes with the troops.
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In the Wanni area, two LTTE rebels were killed in Omanthai in clashes with the troops.
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February - 3 
On the political front, Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim concluded his consultations with members across the political spectrum. According to news reports, he has sought to make the government agree to those sections in a Memorandum of Understandin
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On the political front, Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim concluded his consultations with members across the political spectrum. According to news reports, he has sought to make the government agree to those sections in a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) his country had drafted and which the LTTE offered to abide by. Addressing the press before he met the Opposition Leader Ranil Wickremasinghe, on February 1 Solheim said that, "We have almost reached the end of the initial stage". According to the Sri Lankan media, the Solheim visit has raised fresh hopes and optimism on ending the 18 year-old conflict and restoring peace on the island.
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February - 3 
The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels attacked troops and injured a soldier in Nagarkovil, Jaffna, on February 3.
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The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels attacked troops and injured a soldier in Nagarkovil, Jaffna, on February 3.
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February - 3 
The Sri Lankan Navy destroyed an LTTE boat killing two rebels, off Chalai, north of Mullativu. . Two more rebels were killed by troops in Nagarkovil, on February 3. A soldier was injured in the incident.
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The Sri Lankan Navy destroyed an LTTE boat killing two rebels, off Chalai, north of Mullativu. . Two more rebels were killed by troops in Nagarkovil, on February 3. A soldier was injured in the incident.
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February - 4 
A senior All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Geelani, in a telephonic interview, said the only way to solve the Kashmir issue was to rely on international agreements. He also claimed that the Indian security forces were not adhering
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A senior All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Geelani, in a telephonic interview, said the only way to solve the Kashmir issue was to rely on international agreements. He also claimed that the Indian security forces were not adhering to the "non-initiation of combat operations" in Jammu and Kashmir.
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February - 4 
According to official sources, the earthquake in Gujarat has created security problem along the International border with Pakistan. The strength of the security personnel was increased following the quake to avoid infiltrators taking advantage of the
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According to official sources, the earthquake in Gujarat has created security problem along the International border with Pakistan. The strength of the security personnel was increased following the quake to avoid infiltrators taking advantage of the situation. The Minister of State for Home and Internal Security, Mr. Haren Pandya, said the Government had identified 40 quake-hit villages on the border where the security ‘requires to be strengthened'
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February - 4 
According to the recent issue of the Biplabi Yug, the Bengali organ of the PWG, the outft has chalked out a plan to deepen its inroads in West Bengal. It has planned to wage an armed struggle against the Left Front government.
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According to the recent issue of the Biplabi Yug, the Bengali organ of the PWG, the outft has chalked out a plan to deepen its inroads in West Bengal. It has planned to wage an armed struggle against the Left Front government.
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February - 4 
Five persons were killed in separate terrorist related incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on February 4. Three civilians were killed by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, in Bandhari village, Rajouri district, on February 4. According to o
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Five persons were killed in separate terrorist related incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on February 4. Three civilians were killed by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, in Bandhari village, Rajouri district, on February 4. According to official sources, security force personnel have launched a search and cordon operation in the area to arrest the terrorists. A terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed and a civilian injured in an encounter in the Churnar forest area in Kupwara district on February 4.
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February - 4 
In the wake of the massacre of six Sikhs in Srinagar on February 3, Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee, on February 4, asked a four member team to visit Srinagar to conduct an on-the-spot inquiry into the incident.
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In the wake of the massacre of six Sikhs in Srinagar on February 3, Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee, on February 4, asked a four member team to visit Srinagar to conduct an on-the-spot inquiry into the incident.
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February - 4 
On February 4, a terrorist of the Rava National Security Force (RNSF) surrendered at Raha in Nagaon district. According to official sources, the terrorist was involved in extortion, dacoity and motivating people for recruitment to the outfit.
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On February 4, a terrorist of the Rava National Security Force (RNSF) surrendered at Raha in Nagaon district. According to official sources, the terrorist was involved in extortion, dacoity and motivating people for recruitment to the outfit.
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February - 4 
On February 4, an unidentified left-wing extremist, Naxalite of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter at Alamkhamipeta village in Warangal district.
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On February 4, an unidentified left-wing extremist, Naxalite of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter at Alamkhamipeta village in Warangal district.
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February - 4 
On February 4, two tribal youths were killed by terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Kalyanpur in West Tripua district. According to police sources, the dead were first abducted from their residences by a group of armed NL
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On February 4, two tribal youths were killed by terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Kalyanpur in West Tripua district. According to police sources, the dead were first abducted from their residences by a group of armed NLFT terrorists and later killed at a nearby place. A combing operation has been launched to nab the terrorists.
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February - 4 
On the political front, in a telephonic interview to the Daily Excelsior on February 4 from London, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Benazir Bhutto, called for appropriate measures by the ruling establishment in Pakistan to rein in the terroris
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On the political front, in a telephonic interview to the Daily Excelsior on February 4 from London, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Benazir Bhutto, called for appropriate measures by the ruling establishment in Pakistan to rein in the terrorist outfits opposed to the peace process in Jammu and Kashmir. While describing as positive signs the Indian Premier Atal Behari Vajpayee’s determination to pursue the peace initiative in Kashmir and Pakistani military ruler, Gen. Parvez Musharraf’s response of a unilateral withdrawal of troops from the Line of Control (LoC), she added that "both New Delhi and Islamabad have to appropriately and effectively tackle the existing threatening situation in the sub-continent".
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February - 4 
On the political front, Union Home Minister L K Advani, during his visit to the State, on February 4, in Tinsukia district, said, "The Centre would be only too happy to talk to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and other rebel outfits of the
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On the political front, Union Home Minister L K Advani, during his visit to the State, on February 4, in Tinsukia district, said, "The Centre would be only too happy to talk to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and other rebel outfits of the North-east to bring long-lasting peace and prosperity to this troubled part of the country'. He also asked the terrorist outfits to ‘abjure violence and break themselves free from the outside influences like Pakistan's inter Services Intelligence (ISI).
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February - 4 
Security measures in the State have been intensified in view of the 12-hour strike call given by the ULFA and the National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) on February 4, in protest against the proposed visit of Union Home Minister L K Advani.
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Security measures in the State have been intensified in view of the 12-hour strike call given by the ULFA and the National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) on February 4, in protest against the proposed visit of Union Home Minister L K Advani.
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February - 4 
Unidentified terrorists killed one police personnel at Hari Parigam Tral in Anantnag district, on February 4.
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Unidentified terrorists killed one police personnel at Hari Parigam Tral in Anantnag district, on February 4.
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February - 4 
A security force personnel was killed on February 4 when a toy bomb exploded at Chaman in Quetta. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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A security force personnel was killed on February 4 when a toy bomb exploded at Chaman in Quetta. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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February - 4 
Earlier in the day, SSP leader Maulana Allah Wasaya escaped an attempt on his life in Korangi industrial area. According to eye witness reports, two motorcyclists shot at the Maulana but missed the target. However, both of them were overpowered by th
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Earlier in the day, SSP leader Maulana Allah Wasaya escaped an attempt on his life in Korangi industrial area. According to eye witness reports, two motorcyclists shot at the Maulana but missed the target. However, both of them were overpowered by the onlookers and the vehicle and the pistol were later seized by the police.
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February - 4 
On the political front, in a telephonic interview to the Daily Excelsior on February 4 from London, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Benazir Bhutto, called for appropriate measures by the ruling establishment in Pakistan to rein in the terroris
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On the political front, in a telephonic interview to the Daily Excelsior on February 4 from London, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Benazir Bhutto, called for appropriate measures by the ruling establishment in Pakistan to rein in the terrorist outfits opposed to the peace process in Jammu and Kashmir. While describing as positive signs the Indian Premier Atal Behari Vajpayee’s determination to pursue the peace initiative in Kashmir and Pakistani military ruler, Gen. Parvez Musharraf’s response of a unilateral withdrawal of troops from the Line of Control (LoC), she added that "both New Delhi and Islamabad have to appropriately and effectively tackle the existing threatening situation in the sub-continent".
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February - 4 
In other related developments, two senior Maoist leaders were arrested from the Tanahu district last week. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the arrest. Police also arrested another senior Maoist leader of Hanumannagar vil
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In other related developments, two senior Maoist leaders were arrested from the Tanahu district last week. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the arrest. Police also arrested another senior Maoist leader of Hanumannagar village in Siraha district last week.
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February - 4 
On the political front, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, on February 4, criticised the use of religion for political purpose saying that ‘some traders in religion and anti-liberation elements are trying to drive Islam to violence with an ulterior motive
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On the political front, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, on February 4, criticised the use of religion for political purpose saying that ‘some traders in religion and anti-liberation elements are trying to drive Islam to violence with an ulterior motive’.
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February - 4 
On the same day, two rifles were looted by some unidentified terrorists from Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission's rest house at Savar.
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On the same day, two rifles were looted by some unidentified terrorists from Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission's rest house at Savar.
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February - 4 
Two civilians were also killed in a bomb explosion at Alokdi under Pallabi police station. Over 50 people were injured in clashes between police and the fundamentalists in different parts of Dhaka during the hartal.
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Two civilians were also killed in a bomb explosion at Alokdi under Pallabi police station. Over 50 people were injured in clashes between police and the fundamentalists in different parts of Dhaka during the hartal.
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February - 4 
A civilian was injured in a mine explosion in Meesalai South, even troops were clearing mines in different parts of the peninsula, on February 4.
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A civilian was injured in a mine explosion in Meesalai South, even troops were clearing mines in different parts of the peninsula, on February 4.
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February - 4 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga said in her Independence Day address on February 4 that her government would explore prospects for achieving peace as it was receiving favourable signals from the LTTE to its invitation for negotiations. The President
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga said in her Independence Day address on February 4 that her government would explore prospects for achieving peace as it was receiving favourable signals from the LTTE to its invitation for negotiations. The President said, "We are willing to enter negotiations to find a solution which will enable all the people of our country to be united and to live with equality and honour."
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February - 4 
Sri Lankan troops killed one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel on February 4, in the Kattiratan sector, Muhamalai general area, Jaffna peninsula, the Army said.
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Sri Lankan troops killed one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel on February 4, in the Kattiratan sector, Muhamalai general area, Jaffna peninsula, the Army said.
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February - 5 
According to army sources, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has been violating the ‘Revised Agreed Ground Rules’, finalised on January 13. Security forces claimed to have intercepted a vehicle on the Kuhoboto-Nihoku ro
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According to army sources, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has been violating the ‘Revised Agreed Ground Rules’, finalised on January 13. Security forces claimed to have intercepted a vehicle on the Kuhoboto-Nihoku road and arrested Azheto Sumi, a deputy kilonser (minister) of the outfit, two corporals with arms, ammunition and large amount of extortion cash. The outfit, on the other hand, accused the security forces of ‘kidnapping’ its cadres. It reportedly stated that the ‘Indian Armed Forces should put an immediate halt to the blatant violation of the mutually agreed cease-fire ground rules’.
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February - 5 
According to police sources, narco-terrorism has started gaining ground in the State after the terrorist outfits faced difficulties in extorting money from the people. A senior police official, quoting Intelligence reports, stated, on February 5, tha
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According to police sources, narco-terrorism has started gaining ground in the State after the terrorist outfits faced difficulties in extorting money from the people. A senior police official, quoting Intelligence reports, stated, on February 5, that a hill-based terrorist outfit and another valley-based outfit were now smuggling narcotic drugs from Tammu, near the Myanmar border at the rate of 150 kgs per month and sending them out of the region through their network. The profits are, reportedly, being used to purchase arms and ammunition for the outfits.
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February - 5 
On February 5, left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (Janashakti) abducted a former Naxalite and killed him at Thandrala in Kathalapur mandal.
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On February 5, left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (Janashakti) abducted a former Naxalite and killed him at Thandrala in Kathalapur mandal.
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February - 5 
On February 5, Union Home MinisterL K Advani, addressing a press conference in Guwahati, ruled out the possibility of a unilateral ceasefire with terrorist outfits in Assam. The Minister said talks and violence cannot go together and the United Liber
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On February 5, Union Home MinisterL K Advani, addressing a press conference in Guwahati, ruled out the possibility of a unilateral ceasefire with terrorist outfits in Assam. The Minister said talks and violence cannot go together and the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) must abjure violence for talks. He also reiterated that the Union government was willing to hold unconditional talks with terrorists on their grievances. He informed that that so far neither the Union nor the State governments have received any direct communication from the ULFA for talks.
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February - 5 
On the same day, a grenade attack by terrorists was reported from Rajouri Kadal. No loss of life or injuries were reported from the site of the incident.
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On the same day, a grenade attack by terrorists was reported from Rajouri Kadal. No loss of life or injuries were reported from the site of the incident.
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February - 5 
On the same day, an NLFT terrorist was arrested in an encounter involving a band of NLFT terrorists and Assam Rifles in the Baramura hill ranges, West Tripura district. Other terrorists, however, managed to escape. The para-military forces claimed to
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On the same day, an NLFT terrorist was arrested in an encounter involving a band of NLFT terrorists and Assam Rifles in the Baramura hill ranges, West Tripura district. Other terrorists, however, managed to escape. The para-military forces claimed to have recovered eight diaries, three radio sets, Bangladeshi material, films and uniforms from the arrested terrorist.
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February - 5 
One civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists in village Mangh of Darhal of district Rajouri.
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One civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists in village Mangh of Darhal of district Rajouri.
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February - 5 
Security force personnel at the Bagh-e-Alimardan area neutralised a Improvised Explosive Device (IED).
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Security force personnel at the Bagh-e-Alimardan area neutralised a Improvised Explosive Device (IED).
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February - 5 
Shabir Shah, the chief of the Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party addressing the press, on February 5, said that "some elements" were attempting to sabotage the peace process initiated by Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and favoured that t
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Shabir Shah, the chief of the Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party addressing the press, on February 5, said that "some elements" were attempting to sabotage the peace process initiated by Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and favoured that the process should be carried forward. While condemning the killing of six Sikhs on February 3, he said that it was the handiwork of those who do not want the peace process to succeed.
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February - 5 
The Border Security Force (BSF) claimed to have arrested 10 prisoners of Pakistani origin who were trying to cross the border in the Rann of Kutch at Kaladungar after escaping from a prison in Gujarat after it was damaged in the earthquake.
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The Border Security Force (BSF) claimed to have arrested 10 prisoners of Pakistani origin who were trying to cross the border in the Rann of Kutch at Kaladungar after escaping from a prison in Gujarat after it was damaged in the earthquake.
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February - 5 
Three persons including a woman were injured as unidentified terrorists at Naid Kadal hurled a grenade at a security force post missing the intended target.
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Three persons including a woman were injured as unidentified terrorists at Naid Kadal hurled a grenade at a security force post missing the intended target.
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February - 5 
Two persons including a security force personnel were killed in separate terrorist related incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on February 5. In another incident, on the same day, a security force personnel was killed and another injured as unidentified t
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Two persons including a security force personnel were killed in separate terrorist related incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on February 5. In another incident, on the same day, a security force personnel was killed and another injured as unidentified terrorists attacked a security force post at Parraypora in Sopore. While managing to escape the terrorists also looted some arms and ammunition from the security force personnel..
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February - 5 
Two tribal youth were killed by suspected terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Kalyanpur, West Tripura district, on February 5. According to police sources, the dead were first abducted by a group of terrorists from their
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Two tribal youth were killed by suspected terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Kalyanpur, West Tripura district, on February 5. According to police sources, the dead were first abducted by a group of terrorists from their houses and then killed at a nearby place. A combing operation has been launched to nab the terrorists.
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February - 5 
Unidentified terrorists abducted and later killed a civilian at Badergund in Ganderbal.
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Unidentified terrorists abducted and later killed a civilian at Badergund in Ganderbal.
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February - 5 
Two activists of Tehrik-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP), including its finance secretary were killed by unidentified assailants near Imambargah-e-Khorasan in Soldier Bazar in Karachi on February 5. The TJP chief of the Sindh province, Allama Hasan Turabi, h
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Two activists of Tehrik-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP), including its finance secretary were killed by unidentified assailants near Imambargah-e-Khorasan in Soldier Bazar in Karachi on February 5. The TJP chief of the Sindh province, Allama Hasan Turabi, held the Sipah-e-Sahabah Pakistan (SSP) responsible for the incident.
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February - 5 
According to official sources, 80 Islamic fundamentalist leaders including the Islami Oikya Jote (IOJ) chaiman Shaikhul Hadith Azizul Haq and its secretary general, Mufti Fazlul Huq Amini were arrested on February 5, in a crackdown on religious funda
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According to official sources, 80 Islamic fundamentalist leaders including the Islami Oikya Jote (IOJ) chaiman Shaikhul Hadith Azizul Haq and its secretary general, Mufti Fazlul Huq Amini were arrested on February 5, in a crackdown on religious fundamentalists following the killing of a police personnel and various incidents of violent activities during a general hartal on February 3. Amini has been accused also of issuing death threats against two high court judges who had outlawed fatwas, or religious edicts, pronounced by clerics.
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February - 5 
Police recovered 25 live bombs at Saraipara area in Chittagong. Police suspect that fundamentalists made the bombs for subversive activities.
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Police recovered 25 live bombs at Saraipara area in Chittagong. Police suspect that fundamentalists made the bombs for subversive activities.
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February - 5 
Violent clashes were reported near Chittagong between police and madrasah students in which at least 30 people including 10 police personnel were injured.
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Violent clashes were reported near Chittagong between police and madrasah students in which at least 30 people including 10 police personnel were injured.
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February - 5 
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said in a press release that further progress was made on taking the peace process forward. The release said the President and the Foreign Minister had consultations with the Norwegian peace envoy. But, there would b
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said in a press release that further progress was made on taking the peace process forward. The release said the President and the Foreign Minister had consultations with the Norwegian peace envoy. But, there would be no cease-fire in the interim, the press release announced. Other government sources, too, gave some details of the talks and said the draft of a Memorandum of Understanding between the government and the LTTE was the focal point of the talks.
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February - 6 
A bomb attack by unidentified terrorists was reported from Haigam in the Sopore area of Baramulla district. No causalities have bee reported in the incident.
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A bomb attack by unidentified terrorists was reported from Haigam in the Sopore area of Baramulla district. No causalities have bee reported in the incident.
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February - 6 
A terrorist belonging to the Jaish-e-Mohammed was arrested from the residence of a political leader belonging to a national political party in Kupwara on February 6. Terrorists, on the same day, attacked a police post set up for the protection of Sik
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A terrorist belonging to the Jaish-e-Mohammed was arrested from the residence of a political leader belonging to a national political party in Kupwara on February 6. Terrorists, on the same day, attacked a police post set up for the protection of Sikh-dominated Chattisinghpora in Anantnag district. No loss of life or injuries have been reported from the site of the incident.
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February - 6 
According delayed reports, on February 6, security force personnel recovered a hand made bomb from a jungle near Gogmalacha village in the outskirts of Rangiya town. Three persons were picked up in this connection for investigation and later released
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According delayed reports, on February 6, security force personnel recovered a hand made bomb from a jungle near Gogmalacha village in the outskirts of Rangiya town. Three persons were picked up in this connection for investigation and later released.
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February - 6 
According to official sources, the security force personnel are believed to have crushed the entire network of Hizb-ul-Mumineen. The sources said that consequent to the arrest and interrogation of three terrorists on February 6 in Zadibal, more terro
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According to official sources, the security force personnel are believed to have crushed the entire network of Hizb-ul-Mumineen. The sources said that consequent to the arrest and interrogation of three terrorists on February 6 in Zadibal, more terrorists of the outfit were apprehended and a huge cache of arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of arrests.
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February - 6 
At the Darhal area of Rajouri district on the same day, one woman was killed by unidentified terrorists.
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At the Darhal area of Rajouri district on the same day, one woman was killed by unidentified terrorists.
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February - 6 
Consequent to the unearthing of a hideout, security force personnel arrested seven Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists and also recovered a huge quantity of arms and ammunition in Srinagar.
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Consequent to the unearthing of a hideout, security force personnel arrested seven Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists and also recovered a huge quantity of arms and ammunition in Srinagar.
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February - 6 
In a related development, the Union Home Minister L K Advani addressing press personnel in New Delhi, on February 6, said that the recent terrorist attacks on Sikhs were meant to precipitate the second phase of migration from the Valley.
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In a related development, the Union Home Minister L K Advani addressing press personnel in New Delhi, on February 6, said that the recent terrorist attacks on Sikhs were meant to precipitate the second phase of migration from the Valley.
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February - 6 
On February 6, six non-tribals were abducted by suspected terorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) from Dataram village in South Tripura district. According to sources, the abducted had gone to the nearby forests in serach of fire
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On February 6, six non-tribals were abducted by suspected terorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) from Dataram village in South Tripura district. According to sources, the abducted had gone to the nearby forests in serach of firewood. A search operation has been launched in the nearby areas to nab the terrorists.
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February - 6 
On February 6, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) reviewed the current situation in Jammu and Kashmir in the wake of the extended cease-fire and also took stock of the developments having a bearing on security in other parts of the country.
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On February 6, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) reviewed the current situation in Jammu and Kashmir in the wake of the extended cease-fire and also took stock of the developments having a bearing on security in other parts of the country.
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February - 6 
One civilian was killed in an encounter at Suhigarh in Doda district. One civilian was injured as unidentified terrorists attacked a security force vehicle in the Gandoh area of Doda district.
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One civilian was killed in an encounter at Suhigarh in Doda district. One civilian was injured as unidentified terrorists attacked a security force vehicle in the Gandoh area of Doda district.
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February - 6 
Police assisted by security forces unearthed a terrorist hideout at the Sathuharan forest in Badgam district and also recovered some arms and ammunition.
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Police assisted by security forces unearthed a terrorist hideout at the Sathuharan forest in Badgam district and also recovered some arms and ammunition.
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February - 6 
The chief of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Syed Salahuddin, in an interview to Radio Teheran, on February 6, claimed that the February 3 killing of six Sikhs at Mehjoor Nagar in Srinagar was the "handiwork of Indian Intelligence Agencies". He also added that n
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The chief of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Syed Salahuddin, in an interview to Radio Teheran, on February 6, claimed that the February 3 killing of six Sikhs at Mehjoor Nagar in Srinagar was the "handiwork of Indian Intelligence Agencies". He also added that normalization of relations between India and Pakistan was impossible till the settlement of the Kashmir issue.
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February - 6 
Two security force personnel were killed when unidentified terrorists exploded an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at the Marhote area of Surankote in Poonch district on February 6.
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Two security force personnel were killed when unidentified terrorists exploded an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at the Marhote area of Surankote in Poonch district on February 6.
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February - 6 
According to official sources, unidentified armed men killed two persons, including a Tehreek-e-Jafferia Pakistan (TJP) activist, in the Dera airport jurisdiction near Tank on February 6.
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According to official sources, unidentified armed men killed two persons, including a Tehreek-e-Jafferia Pakistan (TJP) activist, in the Dera airport jurisdiction near Tank on February 6.
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February - 6 
Four people were reported to be injured in a bomb explosion at a bus stand in the northern city of Rawalpindi on February 6. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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Four people were reported to be injured in a bomb explosion at a bus stand in the northern city of Rawalpindi on February 6. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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February - 6 
Police in Karachi arrested the provincial leadership of the Tehreek-e-Jaffaria Pakistan (TJP) and Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) on February 6. According to official sources these leaders and members of both the sectarian outfits were arrested as a pr
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Police in Karachi arrested the provincial leadership of the Tehreek-e-Jaffaria Pakistan (TJP) and Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) on February 6. According to official sources these leaders and members of both the sectarian outfits were arrested as a preventive measure.
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February - 6 
The chief of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Syed Salahuddin, in an interview to Radio Teheran, on February 6, claimed that the February 3 killing of six Sikhs at Mehjoor Nagar in Srinagar was the "handiwork of Indian Intelligence Agencies". He also added that n
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The chief of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Syed Salahuddin, in an interview to Radio Teheran, on February 6, claimed that the February 3 killing of six Sikhs at Mehjoor Nagar in Srinagar was the "handiwork of Indian Intelligence Agencies". He also added that normalization of relations between India and Pakistan was impossible till the settlement of the Kashmir issue.
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February - 6 
The police in Karachi also arrested two alleged terrorists said to be members of the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan on the same day. Some arms, ammunition and communication systems were also recovered from the site of the arrest.
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The police in Karachi also arrested two alleged terrorists said to be members of the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan on the same day. Some arms, ammunition and communication systems were also recovered from the site of the arrest.
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February - 6 
On February 6, three persons including a policeman, a suspected Maoist insurgent and a truck driver - were killed at Badichaur bazaar after an encounter between the police and a group of suspected Maoists. Police also claimed to have arrested five Ma
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On February 6, three persons including a policeman, a suspected Maoist insurgent and a truck driver - were killed at Badichaur bazaar after an encounter between the police and a group of suspected Maoists. Police also claimed to have arrested five Maoists and seized six guns and some handmade bombs from the site.
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February - 6 
According to official sources, approximately seven persons were killed and about 100 injured on February 6, in a clash between Islamic fundamentalists and security force personnel that erupted for the second day at Brahanbaria in Bangladesh bordering
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According to official sources, approximately seven persons were killed and about 100 injured on February 6, in a clash between Islamic fundamentalists and security force personnel that erupted for the second day at Brahanbaria in Bangladesh bordering the State of Tripura, India. Most of the injured belonged to the Islamic Oikya Jote (IOJ), an alliance of Islamic fundamentalist outfits, which had enforced the shutdown while demanding the release of several top fundamentalist leaders in Dhaka. The violent incidents are a fall out of the nation wide strike called on February 3, in which a police personnel and two others were killed. The IOJ launched its campaign last week against a December, 2000 High Court verdict banning fatwas ( religious edicts) by Muslim clerics. Meanwhile, the government has constituted a three-member enquiry committee to investigate the incidents. Different political parties and Islamic organisations including Bangladesh National Party (BNP), Jamaat-e -Islami Bangladesh, Islami Oikya Jote and Khelafat Andolan in separate statements have condemned the killings and held the government responsible for the incident.
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February - 7 
According to delayed reports, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Rajnath Singh, said on February 7 that security along the Indo-Nepal border would be tightened to check infiltration of terrorists.
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According to delayed reports, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Rajnath Singh, said on February 7 that security along the Indo-Nepal border would be tightened to check infiltration of terrorists.
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February - 7 
According to official sources, three members of a family were killed and two others injured in a bomb blast inside their house in Kargil district of Ladakh on February 7.
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According to official sources, three members of a family were killed and two others injured in a bomb blast inside their house in Kargil district of Ladakh on February 7.
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February - 7 
According to recent media reports, a new terrorist outfit ‘Arunachal Dragon Force’ (ADF) has been launched in the State with the purported design of protecting the ethnic identity of the native Arunachalis from the growing threat of outside settlers.
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According to recent media reports, a new terrorist outfit ‘Arunachal Dragon Force’ (ADF) has been launched in the State with the purported design of protecting the ethnic identity of the native Arunachalis from the growing threat of outside settlers. Reportedly, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) have promoted the outfit.
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February - 7 
Earlier, on February 7, police claimed to have busted an abduction racket run by surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) men in Guwahati and arrested seven members of the gang including a driver of the vehicle used for the purpose.
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Earlier, on February 7, police claimed to have busted an abduction racket run by surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) men in Guwahati and arrested seven members of the gang including a driver of the vehicle used for the purpose.
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February - 7 
Earlier, on February 7, two Naxalites of the PWG Naxalites surrendered in Medak.
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Earlier, on February 7, two Naxalites of the PWG Naxalites surrendered in Medak.
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February - 7 
On the same day, 21 houses were set ablaze by unidentified terrorists in the Kakasang area, bordering Karbi Anglong and Golaghat districts. Further details were not available.
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On the same day, 21 houses were set ablaze by unidentified terrorists in the Kakasang area, bordering Karbi Anglong and Golaghat districts. Further details were not available.
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February - 7 
On the same day, an unidentified terrorist was killed and one security force personnel injured in an ambush at Beehama in Ganderbal.
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On the same day, an unidentified terrorist was killed and one security force personnel injured in an ambush at Beehama in Ganderbal.
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February - 7 
One of the main accused in the March 1993 serial bomb blast in Mumbai (Bombay), Hanif Kadawala, was killed on February 7. The police suspect that Chhota Rajan, a mafia leader, who is absconding, is the mastermind behind the killing. Rajan is also acc
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One of the main accused in the March 1993 serial bomb blast in Mumbai (Bombay), Hanif Kadawala, was killed on February 7. The police suspect that Chhota Rajan, a mafia leader, who is absconding, is the mastermind behind the killing. Rajan is also accused of killing four other persons believed to be involved in the blasts. Kadawala was, previously, arrested on April 16, 1993, under the erstwhile Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) for his alleged involvement in an arms smuggling charge. These weapons were reportedly used in the blasts. He was subsequently released on bail on October 14, 1998.
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February - 7 
The Vice Chairman of Gurdwara Prabhandak Board, Kashmir province Jaswant Singh, and other leaders of the Sikh community from the Valley addressing media personnel on February 7 have said that the Sikh community in Kashmir would be left with no altern
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The Vice Chairman of Gurdwara Prabhandak Board, Kashmir province Jaswant Singh, and other leaders of the Sikh community from the Valley addressing media personnel on February 7 have said that the Sikh community in Kashmir would be left with no alternative except to migrate from the Valley for the protection of their life in view of the increasing terrorist attacks on them.
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February - 7 
Three terrorists of the Borock National Council of Tripura (BNCT) were arrested. Further details were not available.
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Three terrorists of the Borock National Council of Tripura (BNCT) were arrested. Further details were not available.
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February - 7 
Two security force personnel were injured in a grenade attack by unidentified terrorists near the Tral bus stand in Pulwama district.In another incident, terrorists also attacked a security force camp in Tral town. However, no loss of life or injurie
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Two security force personnel were injured in a grenade attack by unidentified terrorists near the Tral bus stand in Pulwama district.In another incident, terrorists also attacked a security force camp in Tral town. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported in the attack.
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February - 7 
Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) including a Hizb 'company commander' Nazir Ahmad Khan and a Lashkar-e-Toiba 'company commander' Ali Mohammad Ganai were arrested from Badgam district of central Kashmir by security force personnel on the
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Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) including a Hizb 'company commander' Nazir Ahmad Khan and a Lashkar-e-Toiba 'company commander' Ali Mohammad Ganai were arrested from Badgam district of central Kashmir by security force personnel on the same day. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from them.
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February - 7 
Addressing foreign media personnel on February 7 in Islamabad, the Chief executive of Pakistan General Parvez Musharraf said that Kashmir "is not an Islamic movement. It is a movement of the local people. Mujahideen are indigenous".
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Addressing foreign media personnel on February 7 in Islamabad, the Chief executive of Pakistan General Parvez Musharraf said that Kashmir "is not an Islamic movement. It is a movement of the local people. Mujahideen are indigenous".
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February - 7 
The Interior Minister of Pakistan Moinuddin Haider said in Kabul on February 7 that the Taliban authorities had agreed to cooperate over the extradition of 60 people based in Afghanistan who were evading arrest from Pakistani authorities for various
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The Interior Minister of Pakistan Moinuddin Haider said in Kabul on February 7 that the Taliban authorities had agreed to cooperate over the extradition of 60 people based in Afghanistan who were evading arrest from Pakistani authorities for various sectarian crimes. According to him, details regarding their extradition to Pakistan or their trial in Afghanistan would be worked out at a later date.
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February - 7 
According to delayed reports, on February 7, four rebels were killed in an encounter at Karadiankadu.
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According to delayed reports, on February 7, four rebels were killed in an encounter at Karadiankadu.
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February - 7 
On February 7, six rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in two separate incidents in areas of Muhamalai, Kilaly and Nagarkovil in Jaffna peninsula. In the first incident, three rebels were killed and six others injured as
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On February 7, six rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in two separate incidents in areas of Muhamalai, Kilaly and Nagarkovil in Jaffna peninsula. In the first incident, three rebels were killed and six others injured as troops attacked a group of rebels constructing a trench in the Muhamalai area. Three more rebels were killed, in the second encounter, in the general areas of Kilaly and Nagarkovil. In addition the troops on a clearing operation in the Muhamalai area claimed to have recovered 19 anti-personnel mines.
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February - 8 
A civilian was killed by terrorists at Bagh-e-Mehtaab on the outskirts of Srinagar. The Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) has reportedly claimed responsibility for the killing.
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A civilian was killed by terrorists at Bagh-e-Mehtaab on the outskirts of Srinagar. The Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) has reportedly claimed responsibility for the killing.
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February - 8 
A PWG Naxalite was killed in an encounter near Patnapur village, Adilabad district.
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A PWG Naxalite was killed in an encounter near Patnapur village, Adilabad district.
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February - 8 
A woman Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed by unidentified terrorists at village Zadoora in the Pulwama district on the same day.
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A woman Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed by unidentified terrorists at village Zadoora in the Pulwama district on the same day.
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February - 8 
According official sources, on February 8, a terrorist of the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) was killed in an encounter at Nangalbibre coal belt in south Garo Hills. The outfit’s ‘commander-in-chief’ Jerome Momin, however, managed to escape.
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According official sources, on February 8, a terrorist of the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) was killed in an encounter at Nangalbibre coal belt in south Garo Hills. The outfit’s ‘commander-in-chief’ Jerome Momin, however, managed to escape. An M-20 pistol was recovered from the slain terrorist.
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February - 8 
Another IED, was detected at village Kablan on the Rajouri-Thanna Mandi road on the same day.
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Another IED, was detected at village Kablan on the Rajouri-Thanna Mandi road on the same day.
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February - 8 
Earlier, on February 8, three terrorists were killed in an encounter in an unspecified location. A huge cache of arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the encounters.
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Earlier, on February 8, three terrorists were killed in an encounter in an unspecified location. A huge cache of arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the encounters.
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February - 8 
In another development, the terrorist outfit, National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has clamped a ban on Bodossa, a newspaper published in Bodo language from Kokrajhar recently.
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In another development, the terrorist outfit, National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has clamped a ban on Bodossa, a newspaper published in Bodo language from Kokrajhar recently.
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In the continued operation at Hari Marhot in Surankote at Poonch district, security force personnel killed one more terrorist of the Pir Panjal 'Regiment' of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) taking the toll since February 8 to three. Some arms and ammunition
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In the continued operation at Hari Marhot in Surankote at Poonch district, security force personnel killed one more terrorist of the Pir Panjal 'Regiment' of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) taking the toll since February 8 to three. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the incident.
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February - 8 
On February 8, 21 Jamatia Hoda workers, held hostage by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) since January 29, were released by the outfit at a remote place near Nitya Bazar in South Tripura district.
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On February 8, 21 Jamatia Hoda workers, held hostage by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) since January 29, were released by the outfit at a remote place near Nitya Bazar in South Tripura district.
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February - 8 
On February 8, a police personnel was killed by the left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Sarampet Jatra, Nalgonda district.
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On February 8, a police personnel was killed by the left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the People’s War Group (PWG) at Sarampet Jatra, Nalgonda district.
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February - 8 
On February 8, a security force personnel of the Border Security Force (BSF) was killed and another injured in an ambush by the terrorists at Kumbi Pukhri Mapal in Churachandpur district. According to official sources, the security forces were conduc
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On February 8, a security force personnel of the Border Security Force (BSF) was killed and another injured in an ambush by the terrorists at Kumbi Pukhri Mapal in Churachandpur district. According to official sources, the security forces were conducting a routine foot patrol when a group of armed terrorists attacked and later fled into the nearby jungles.
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February - 8 
On February 8, nine policemen were killed and three others injured in an ambush by unidentified terrorists near Dehangi in North Cachar hills district. According to police sources, two trucks carrying a batallion of the Fifth Assam Police Battalion t
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On February 8, nine policemen were killed and three others injured in an ambush by unidentified terrorists near Dehangi in North Cachar hills district. According to police sources, two trucks carrying a batallion of the Fifth Assam Police Battalion to Guwahati from Haflong were attacked by a group of terrorists and all nine were killed on the spot. The involvement of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) and National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) is suspected. The terrorists, reportedly, managed to flee with eight Self Loading Rifles (SLRs), one pistol and one carbine.
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February - 8 
On the political front, the Minister for External Affairs, Jaswant Singh addressing press conference in New Delhi on February 8 has said that the Government of India does not need leaders of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) to help resume the
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On the political front, the Minister for External Affairs, Jaswant Singh addressing press conference in New Delhi on February 8 has said that the Government of India does not need leaders of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) to help resume the stalled dialogue process between India and Pakistan. He also added that that the keenness of India for a dialogue with Pakistan on the one hand and with Kashmiri opposition groups on the other hand should not be construed as a sign of weakness.
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February - 8 
On the same day, three unidentified terrorists were killed in the Keri area of Poonch district. Some arms and ammunition have been recovered from the scene of the encounter.
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On the same day, three unidentified terrorists were killed in the Keri area of Poonch district. Some arms and ammunition have been recovered from the scene of the encounter.
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February - 8 
Security force personnel detected and defused an IED in Sopore area at Baramulla. No loss of life or injuries have been reported from the site of these incidents.
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Security force personnel detected and defused an IED in Sopore area at Baramulla. No loss of life or injuries have been reported from the site of these incidents.
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February - 8 
Security force personnel, on February 8, detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), in the Malhan area of Surankote.
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Security force personnel, on February 8, detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), in the Malhan area of Surankote.
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February - 8 
The central team that made an assessment of the ground situation in Jammu and Kashmir in the wake of the massacre of six Sikhs on February 4 has conveyed to Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee that the community could migrate from the State if foolpr
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The central team that made an assessment of the ground situation in Jammu and Kashmir in the wake of the massacre of six Sikhs on February 4 has conveyed to Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee that the community could migrate from the State if foolproof security was not provided to them.
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February - 8 
The Special Operations Group (SOG) in Rajouri unearthed a terrorist hideout at Kot Dhara. Some arms and ammunition have also been recovered from the hideout.
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The Special Operations Group (SOG) in Rajouri unearthed a terrorist hideout at Kot Dhara. Some arms and ammunition have also been recovered from the hideout.
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February - 8 
The West Bengal Chief Minister, Buddhadeb Bhattacherjee, on February 8, replying to a written question from an MLA, admitted that the activities of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in the State have risen significantly in recent times. He
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The West Bengal Chief Minister, Buddhadeb Bhattacherjee, on February 8, replying to a written question from an MLA, admitted that the activities of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in the State have risen significantly in recent times. He also added that some ISI activities had been engineered through Bangladeshi nationals. Earlier, a Union home ministry report had expressed concern at growing ISI activities along the Indo-Nepal border. Aware of the threat, the State government has decided to set up a special police force to guard the border.
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February - 8 
Two terrorists including an 'area commander' of the Pir Panjal regiment of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) were killed in an encounter at Surankote in Poonch district on February 8. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the encounter
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Two terrorists including an 'area commander' of the Pir Panjal regiment of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) were killed in an encounter at Surankote in Poonch district on February 8. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the encounter. According to official sources some of the accomplices of the terrorists escaped from the site of the incident. The security forces have launched a search and cordon operation in the area to arrest the other terrorists.
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February - 8 
Unidentified terrorists managed to escape after attacking a 15-member team of the Village Defence Committee (VDC), Kishtwar in Doda district. No casualty, however, was reported in the encounter.
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Unidentified terrorists managed to escape after attacking a 15-member team of the Village Defence Committee (VDC), Kishtwar in Doda district. No casualty, however, was reported in the encounter.
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February - 8 
A bomb blast was reported in Kabul near the plane of the Pakistani Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider Kabul, whose first visit to the country ended on February 8. No loss of life or injuries were, however, reported from the site of the blast.
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A bomb blast was reported in Kabul near the plane of the Pakistani Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider Kabul, whose first visit to the country ended on February 8. No loss of life or injuries were, however, reported from the site of the blast.
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February - 8 
According to official sources, police have arrested approximately 40 activists belonging to various sectarian outfits in Karachi on February 8. Sources added that the arrests have been made to maintain peace under the Public Maintenance Ordinance (PM
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According to official sources, police have arrested approximately 40 activists belonging to various sectarian outfits in Karachi on February 8. Sources added that the arrests have been made to maintain peace under the Public Maintenance Ordinance (PMO).
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February - 8 
The Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) chief Maulana Farooq Kashmiri in Muzaffarabad, on February 8, criticised the remarks made by the Chief Executive of Pakistan, General Pervez Musharraf on February 7 regarding the Kashmir issue. Gen. Musharraf had commen
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The Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) chief Maulana Farooq Kashmiri in Muzaffarabad, on February 8, criticised the remarks made by the Chief Executive of Pakistan, General Pervez Musharraf on February 7 regarding the Kashmir issue. Gen. Musharraf had commented that the Kashmir issue was not a religious issue. According to Maulana Farooq Kashmiri, "the movement in Kashmir is purely an Islamic movement and Gen. Musharraf must correct his thinking in this regard".
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February - 8 
Various sectarian leaders while condemning the arrest of the Ulema (religious scholars) and activists of sectarian groups termed it as an unjustified action by the government. According to them, the actual offenders were anti-state elements who wante
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Various sectarian leaders while condemning the arrest of the Ulema (religious scholars) and activists of sectarian groups termed it as an unjustified action by the government. According to them, the actual offenders were anti-state elements who wanted to create law and order situation in the country. They added that leaders of both the Sunni and Shia sects should have a dialogue and work out a formula to eliminate the menace of sectarianism from the country.
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February - 8 
A student activist of the Nepal Students Union (NSU), student wing of the ruling Nepali Congress, was injured in an attack by a group of Maoist insurgents in Gorkha on February 8. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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A student activist of the Nepal Students Union (NSU), student wing of the ruling Nepali Congress, was injured in an attack by a group of Maoist insurgents in Gorkha on February 8. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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February - 8 
Maoist insurgents February 8 killed an activist of the ruling Nepali Congress party in Dhanusha district.
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Maoist insurgents February 8 killed an activist of the ruling Nepali Congress party in Dhanusha district.
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February - 8 
According to official sources, four persons were killed and 10 others injured in a gunfight between armed cadres opposing and supporting the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) peace agreement at Rangamati, Chittagong. The anti-treaty force also abducted th
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According to official sources, four persons were killed and 10 others injured in a gunfight between armed cadres opposing and supporting the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) peace agreement at Rangamati, Chittagong. The anti-treaty force also abducted three members of the group supporting the CHT Peace Accord.
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February - 8 
The government has tightened the security in Chittagong in view of the 4-party opposition alliance sponsored daylong strike on February 11.
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The government has tightened the security in Chittagong in view of the 4-party opposition alliance sponsored daylong strike on February 11.
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February - 8 
A civilian was injured in a mine explosion in Meesalai South on February 8.
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A civilian was injured in a mine explosion in Meesalai South on February 8.
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February - 8 
According to Army sources, one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel was killed on February 8, in the Kattiratan sector in Jaffna peninsula.
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According to Army sources, one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel was killed on February 8, in the Kattiratan sector in Jaffna peninsula.
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February - 8 
Earlier, on February 8, a suspected rebel was arrested at Jampettah Street, Kotahena. Following his interrogation, police claimed to have arrested another female rebel.
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Earlier, on February 8, a suspected rebel was arrested at Jampettah Street, Kotahena. Following his interrogation, police claimed to have arrested another female rebel.
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February - 8 
Naval troops on patrol in Kattupaliya, Mannar, on February 8, fired warning shots on sighting suspicious movement in the area. Later, they allegedly recovered some contraband being smuggled to the uncleared areas.
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Naval troops on patrol in Kattupaliya, Mannar, on February 8, fired warning shots on sighting suspicious movement in the area. Later, they allegedly recovered some contraband being smuggled to the uncleared areas.
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February - 8 
On the political front, the radical Sinhala nationalist party, Sinhala Urumaya, has criticised the role played by Norway in brokering a peace deal with the rebels. Speaking in the parliament, the party member of parliament Tilak Karunaratne, on Febru
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On the political front, the radical Sinhala nationalist party, Sinhala Urumaya, has criticised the role played by Norway in brokering a peace deal with the rebels. Speaking in the parliament, the party member of parliament Tilak Karunaratne, on February 8, criticised the government for playing into the hands of a ‘neo capitalist’ nation with vested interests behind their concern.
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February - 8 
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, meanwhile, said, in a press release, that further progress was made on taking the peace process forward. The release said the President and the Foreign Minister had consultations with the Norwegian peace envoy. But, t
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, meanwhile, said, in a press release, that further progress was made on taking the peace process forward. The release said the President and the Foreign Minister had consultations with the Norwegian peace envoy. But, there would be no cease-fire in the interim, the press release announced. Other government sources, too, gave some details of the talks and said the draft of a Memorandum of Understanding between the government and the LTTE was the focal point of the talks.
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February - 9 
Two terrorists were arrested by security force personnel from Gori Draman village in the Anantnag district. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the arrest.
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Two terrorists were arrested by security force personnel from Gori Draman village in the Anantnag district. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the arrest.
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February - 9 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist was killed and some arms and ammunition recovered in an encounter at Chasana in Udhampur district on February 9.
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist was killed and some arms and ammunition recovered in an encounter at Chasana in Udhampur district on February 9.
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February - 9 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba spokesperson, Abu Osama, in a statement released from Islamabad, on the same day, claimed responsibility for the attack. The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Farooq Abdullah, addressing the media on February 9, blamed the Lashkar f
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba spokesperson, Abu Osama, in a statement released from Islamabad, on the same day, claimed responsibility for the attack. The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Farooq Abdullah, addressing the media on February 9, blamed the Lashkar for the attack. While terming the attack as "a naked aggression to scuttle peace efforts", he added that the terrorists "were all Pakistanis and we have their names".
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February - 9 
According to delayed reports, security forces raided and destroyed two hideouts of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in Upper Dihing Reserve Forest (East Block) on February 9. Some arms, ammunition, explosives and other devices were also sei
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According to delayed reports, security forces raided and destroyed two hideouts of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in Upper Dihing Reserve Forest (East Block) on February 9. Some arms, ammunition, explosives and other devices were also seized. The terrorists, however, managed to escape.
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February - 9 
According to official sources, police on February 9 detected two landmines between Marriguda and Ramreddypalli in Nalgonda. Police suspect that the Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) were responsible for the incident.
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According to official sources, police on February 9 detected two landmines between Marriguda and Ramreddypalli in Nalgonda. Police suspect that the Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) were responsible for the incident.
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February - 9 
Another encounter took place between a commando team of the Thoubal district police engaged in a flushing out operation and unidentified terrorists at Nongpok Sekmai area. The terrorists, however, managed to escape. During a search operation afterwar
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Another encounter took place between a commando team of the Thoubal district police engaged in a flushing out operation and unidentified terrorists at Nongpok Sekmai area. The terrorists, however, managed to escape. During a search operation afterwards, arms, ammunition and incriminating documents belonging to the People's Liberation Army (PLA), the armed wing of the Revolutionary People's Front (RPF), were recovered.
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February - 9 
Four members of a fidayeen (suicide) squad belonging to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Al Umar Mujahideen, who attacked the control room of the Jammu and Kashmir Police in Srinagar on February 9, were killed in an encounter. According to official sour
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Four members of a fidayeen (suicide) squad belonging to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Al Umar Mujahideen, who attacked the control room of the Jammu and Kashmir Police in Srinagar on February 9, were killed in an encounter. According to official sources, two security force personnel were also killed and seven others injured in the same incident.
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February - 9 
On February 9, Asam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, speaking in the State Legislative Assembly, stated that the government was forced to depend on the Army because of the prevailing situation in the State. He further added, ‘No elected governm
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On February 9, Asam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, speaking in the State Legislative Assembly, stated that the government was forced to depend on the Army because of the prevailing situation in the State. He further added, ‘No elected government can allow militants to keep on killing and kidnapping innocent people. The presence of the Army in the State is necessary to prevent militants from indulging in violent activities as far as possible’. The Chief Minister claimed that the situation in the State had improved much since 1996 when the present government assumed power.
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February - 9 
On the same day, Assam Chief Minister, Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, stated in the State Assembly, that 2291 persons were killed in the State in insurgency related incidents during the year 2000. Of these, 412 were civilians while 78 were security force pe
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On the same day, Assam Chief Minister, Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, stated in the State Assembly, that 2291 persons were killed in the State in insurgency related incidents during the year 2000. Of these, 412 were civilians while 78 were security force personnel. The statement added that 1193 terrorists of different outfits were arrested between April 2000 and January 2001.
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February - 9 
On the same day, police arrested a terrorist of the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) from Laitumkhrah while he was, allegedly, serving extortion notes to businessmen in the area.
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On the same day, police arrested a terrorist of the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) from Laitumkhrah while he was, allegedly, serving extortion notes to businessmen in the area.
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February - 9 
One civilian was killed and two others including a girl were injured in a bomb explosion at Hagarpora in Baramulla district on February 9.
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One civilian was killed and two others including a girl were injured in a bomb explosion at Hagarpora in Baramulla district on February 9.
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February - 9 
One security force personnel was injured in an attack by unidentified terrorists at village Tuli Nowpora in Kulgam district. A security force personnel was injured in a terrorist attack near Kitchama-Sheeri in the Baramulla district.
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One security force personnel was injured in an attack by unidentified terrorists at village Tuli Nowpora in Kulgam district. A security force personnel was injured in a terrorist attack near Kitchama-Sheeri in the Baramulla district.
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February - 9 
Security forces arrested eight terrorists belonging to various outfits from different places in the State. Further details were not available.
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Security forces arrested eight terrorists belonging to various outfits from different places in the State. Further details were not available.
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February - 9 
The Ranvir Sena, a private army of landlords in Bihar, killed two persons and injured three activists of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) (Liberation) at Deo village, Bhojpur district, on February 9.
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The Ranvir Sena, a private army of landlords in Bihar, killed two persons and injured three activists of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) (Liberation) at Deo village, Bhojpur district, on February 9.
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February - 9 
Three terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HUJI), attempting to infiltrate from the Line of Control (LoC), were killed in an encounter in the Keri sector of Poonch district on February 9.
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Three terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HUJI), attempting to infiltrate from the Line of Control (LoC), were killed in an encounter in the Keri sector of Poonch district on February 9.
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February - 9 
Unidentified terrorists also killed a civilian at Mochwa-Chadura in Badgam district.
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Unidentified terrorists also killed a civilian at Mochwa-Chadura in Badgam district.
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February - 9 
Unidentified terrorists killed two police personnel at the Ukai village in Anantnag district. Unidentified terrorists also killed a security force personnel at Okay in Kulgam on the same day.
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Unidentified terrorists killed two police personnel at the Ukai village in Anantnag district. Unidentified terrorists also killed a security force personnel at Okay in Kulgam on the same day.
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February - 9 
Unidentified terrorists shot and injured a retired police personnel after forcibly entering his residence at Maworep.
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Unidentified terrorists shot and injured a retired police personnel after forcibly entering his residence at Maworep.
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February - 9 
With six more security force personnel succumbing to injuries, the death toll in the February 9 Lashkar fidayeen attack on the Jammu and Kashmir Police control room rose to eight. According to official sources, the terrorists had conducted a ‘reconna
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With six more security force personnel succumbing to injuries, the death toll in the February 9 Lashkar fidayeen attack on the Jammu and Kashmir Police control room rose to eight. According to official sources, the terrorists had conducted a ‘reconnaissance survey’ of the target before launching its attack.
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February - 9 
On February 9, three police personnel were injured in crossfire with Sipah-i-Sahaba (SSP) activists in Kot Ladha area. Further details were not available.
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On February 9, three police personnel were injured in crossfire with Sipah-i-Sahaba (SSP) activists in Kot Ladha area. Further details were not available.
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February - 9 
On February 9, two persons were killed by unidentified terrorists at Imambargah in FB Area, Karachi. According to eyewitness reports, a group of five assailants riding three motorcycles managed to flee after shooting at the victims.
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On February 9, two persons were killed by unidentified terrorists at Imambargah in FB Area, Karachi. According to eyewitness reports, a group of five assailants riding three motorcycles managed to flee after shooting at the victims.
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February - 9 
Police in Quetta claimed to have recovered 10 US-made rockets in a raid conducted at Koh-e-Murdar in the outskirts of the city. The raid followed the arrest of two ‘terrorists’ who during an interrogation revealed the whereabouts of the rockets. Poli
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Police in Quetta claimed to have recovered 10 US-made rockets in a raid conducted at Koh-e-Murdar in the outskirts of the city. The raid followed the arrest of two ‘terrorists’ who during an interrogation revealed the whereabouts of the rockets. Police also claimed to have recovered two SMGs, two carbine and six magazines from the possession of the arrested.
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February - 9 
Security has been tightened in the city as the Tehreek-e-Jafferia Pakistan (TJP) has announced protest rallies at various places in Karachi on February 9.
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Security has been tightened in the city as the Tehreek-e-Jafferia Pakistan (TJP) has announced protest rallies at various places in Karachi on February 9.
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February - 9 
Night curfew has been imposed on the district headquarters of Salyan till February 24. In Lubam in the same district, the insurgents shot at six policemen on patrol, on February 9. The Maoist insurgents indulged in arson and extortion at other places
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Night curfew has been imposed on the district headquarters of Salyan till February 24. In Lubam in the same district, the insurgents shot at six policemen on patrol, on February 9. The Maoist insurgents indulged in arson and extortion at other places viz. Damauli, Bara and Sindhuli, too, reports stated.
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February - 9 
On February 9, Maoists attacked a tax office in Pokhara with bombs. No loss of life or injuries were reported from the site of the incident.
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On February 9, Maoists attacked a tax office in Pokhara with bombs. No loss of life or injuries were reported from the site of the incident.
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February - 9 
Representatives of local bodies who met in Kathmandu, on February 9, expressed the opinion that the deployment of the Armed Police Force (APF), formed recently to put down the insurgency, held the possibility of a worsening of the already fragile sec
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Representatives of local bodies who met in Kathmandu, on February 9, expressed the opinion that the deployment of the Armed Police Force (APF), formed recently to put down the insurgency, held the possibility of a worsening of the already fragile security situation in insurgency-affected districts. At the end of their seven-day meet, the representatives urged the government to reconsider it s decision on deploying the APF. Stating that innocent people would be victims in APF-insurgents clashes, they argued that talks were the only solution to bring the insurgency under control.
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February - 9 
According to official sources, on January 9, a rebel of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) surrendered in Dehiwatte in the Trincomalee district.
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According to official sources, on January 9, a rebel of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) surrendered in Dehiwatte in the Trincomalee district.
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February - 9 
In a case of mistaken identity a security force personnel shot dead a young boy in Puttur West, at a picket, on the Jaffna-Point Pedro Road, also on February 9. In Weli Oya, six LTTE cadres might either have been wounded or killed in artillery shelli
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In a case of mistaken identity a security force personnel shot dead a young boy in Puttur West, at a picket, on the Jaffna-Point Pedro Road, also on February 9. In Weli Oya, six LTTE cadres might either have been wounded or killed in artillery shelling by troops ahead of the defences in Janakapura, the Army said.
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February - 9 
In Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas, one soldier was injured in a rebel mortar attack. Another rebel was killed by an army sniper in Muhamalai. Two soldiers were reported to be injured in one of these incidents. Another soldier suffered injuries in an
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In Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas, one soldier was injured in a rebel mortar attack. Another rebel was killed by an army sniper in Muhamalai. Two soldiers were reported to be injured in one of these incidents. Another soldier suffered injuries in an anti-personnel mine explosion in the same area.
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February - 9 
The government has initiated a recruitment drive for the post of Army Lieutenants. Applicants have been invited from young graduates in the country.
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The government has initiated a recruitment drive for the post of Army Lieutenants. Applicants have been invited from young graduates in the country.
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February - 10 
A woman police personnel was injured in an attack by unidentified terrorists at Batmuran Kellar in Pulwama on the same day. Six security force personnel and three civilians were injured as an unidentified terrorist lobbed a hand grenade at Awantipore
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A woman police personnel was injured in an attack by unidentified terrorists at Batmuran Kellar in Pulwama on the same day. Six security force personnel and three civilians were injured as an unidentified terrorist lobbed a hand grenade at Awantipore in south Kashmir on February 10.
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February - 10 
Earlier, on February 10, villagers of Ballav Sardarpara of West district handed over an NLFT terrorist to the police.
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Earlier, on February 10, villagers of Ballav Sardarpara of West district handed over an NLFT terrorist to the police.
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February - 10 
Fifteen civilians including seven children and three women were killed by terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) at village Morha Salui in the Kot Chadwal area of Rajouri on February 10. According to official sources, two of those killed were member
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Fifteen civilians including seven children and three women were killed by terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) at village Morha Salui in the Kot Chadwal area of Rajouri on February 10. According to official sources, two of those killed were members of the Village Defence Committee (VDC). Sources also added that the terrorists after indiscriminate firing, locked the houses of those killed and set them ablaze.
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February - 10 
Four members of the Rastriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) were first abducted and later killed by unidentified assailants in a remote South 24 Parganas village on February 10. Further details were not available.
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Four members of the Rastriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) were first abducted and later killed by unidentified assailants in a remote South 24 Parganas village on February 10. Further details were not available.
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February - 10 
On February 10, Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council chairman and Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) chief Subhas Ghising was seriously injured in an ambush laid on his convoy by unidentified gunmen near Kurseong, Siliguri, West Bengal. Three persons,
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On February 10, Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council chairman and Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) chief Subhas Ghising was seriously injured in an ambush laid on his convoy by unidentified gunmen near Kurseong, Siliguri, West Bengal. Three persons, including one of the assailants, were killed and six security personnel injured in the ambush. Police also claimed to have recovered one AK-47 rifle, two magazines and a grenade from the ambush site. The president of the Gorkha Liberation Organisation (GLO) and a former Ghishing loyalist, Chhatre Subba, had woved to kill Ghishing as he had ignored to raise the demand for a separate Gorkhaland after assuming chairmanship of the autonomous Hill Council.
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February - 10 
On February 10, Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, chief of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), speaking at the Ghaibana Namaaz-e-Janaza (last rites) of a Lashkar terrorist recently killed in Srinagar, stated that after winning the jehad in Kashmir, the ‘mujahideen would thro
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On February 10, Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, chief of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), speaking at the Ghaibana Namaaz-e-Janaza (last rites) of a Lashkar terrorist recently killed in Srinagar, stated that after winning the jehad in Kashmir, the ‘mujahideen would throng the other States of India.’ He reiterated that, ‘Jehad will spread to all Muslim dominated areas of India after the completion of the jehad in Kashmir’.
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February - 10 
On February 10, the Zoram Nationalist Party (ZNP), a local political party in Mizoram, in a press release stated that a Manipur-based terrorist outfit has issued a threat to all Hmars living in the areas bordering Mizoram to vacate their villages by
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On February 10, the Zoram Nationalist Party (ZNP), a local political party in Mizoram, in a press release stated that a Manipur-based terrorist outfit has issued a threat to all Hmars living in the areas bordering Mizoram to vacate their villages by February 17, failing which their houses would be burnt down.
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February - 10 
On the same day, four terrorists of a newly formed outfit Lashkar-e-Islami (LeI) were killed and one security force personnel injured in an encounter at Surankote in Poonch district. Some arms, ammunition, communication system and a huge quantity of
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On the same day, four terrorists of a newly formed outfit Lashkar-e-Islami (LeI) were killed and one security force personnel injured in an encounter at Surankote in Poonch district. Some arms, ammunition, communication system and a huge quantity of incriminating documents were recovered from the site of the encounter.
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February - 10 
The Border Security Force (BSF) claimed to have killed a Pakistani infiltrator near the Rattan Khurd border outpost, Wagha, on February 10. A senior police official said that the intruder seemed to have been sent by Pakistani agencies with wire-cutti
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The Border Security Force (BSF) claimed to have killed a Pakistani infiltrator near the Rattan Khurd border outpost, Wagha, on February 10. A senior police official said that the intruder seemed to have been sent by Pakistani agencies with wire-cutting equipment to breach the fence.
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February - 10 
The residence of State Law Minister P L Handoo was attacked by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir using rifles and grenades at Janglat Mandi, Anantnag district, on February 10. Security personnel retaliated and two civilians sustained injur
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The residence of State Law Minister P L Handoo was attacked by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir using rifles and grenades at Janglat Mandi, Anantnag district, on February 10. Security personnel retaliated and two civilians sustained injuries in the crossfire.
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February - 10 
Two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists including a 'battalion commander' were killed consequent to the unearthing of their hideout by security force personnel at Khriwan Lassipora in the Kulgam-Qazigund area of south Kashmir. Some arms and ammunitio
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Two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists including a 'battalion commander' were killed consequent to the unearthing of their hideout by security force personnel at Khriwan Lassipora in the Kulgam-Qazigund area of south Kashmir. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the incident.
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February - 10 
A rocked attack was reported from Quetta on February 10. According to reports, the rocket, fired from an unknown location, hit the roof of a house in Quetta cantonment and exploded. However, no casualty was reported.
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A rocked attack was reported from Quetta on February 10. According to reports, the rocket, fired from an unknown location, hit the roof of a house in Quetta cantonment and exploded. However, no casualty was reported.
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February - 10 
On February 10, Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, chief of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), speaking at the Ghaibana Namaaz-e-Janaza (last rites) of a Lashkar terrorist recently killed in Srinagar, stated that after winning the jehad in Kashmir, the ‘mujahideen would thro
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On February 10, Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, chief of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), speaking at the Ghaibana Namaaz-e-Janaza (last rites) of a Lashkar terrorist recently killed in Srinagar, stated that after winning the jehad in Kashmir, the ‘mujahideen would throng the other States of India.’ He reiterated that, ‘Jehad will spread to all Muslim dominated areas of India after the completion of the jehad in Kashmir’.
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February - 10 
On February 10, the Sindh High Court sent two persons, accused in the murder of three religious scholars and two others at Shah Faisal Colony on January 28, to jail. Four persons were injured in the attack.
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On February 10, the Sindh High Court sent two persons, accused in the murder of three religious scholars and two others at Shah Faisal Colony on January 28, to jail. Four persons were injured in the attack.
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February - 10 
Security in the capital Kathmandu has been intensified and police patrolling has been stepped up to prevent a suspected lightning attack by Maoist insurgents on the eve of the sixth anniversary of the Maoists-led insurgency, on Monday, February 12, 2
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Security in the capital Kathmandu has been intensified and police patrolling has been stepped up to prevent a suspected lightning attack by Maoist insurgents on the eve of the sixth anniversary of the Maoists-led insurgency, on Monday, February 12, 2001. Police have embarked upon combing operations in the city even as the supporters of the insurgency were holding rallies in the city suburbs.
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February - 10 
In yet another development, security forces claimed they had arrested a suspected LTTE cadre in Madawachchikulam, Vavuniya, on February 10, and recovered a claymore mine and a kit meant for use by a Clombo-based LTTE suicide squad.
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In yet another development, security forces claimed they had arrested a suspected LTTE cadre in Madawachchikulam, Vavuniya, on February 10, and recovered a claymore mine and a kit meant for use by a Clombo-based LTTE suicide squad.
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February - 10 
On the political front, Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim is due to arrive in the capital Colombo for further consultations with the government after his meeting with LTTE theoretician Anton Balasingham in London.
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On the political front, Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim is due to arrive in the capital Colombo for further consultations with the government after his meeting with LTTE theoretician Anton Balasingham in London.
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February - 10 
Quoting Jaffna University Students' Union President K. Arnold, the Sri Lankan media said the students were in the process of conducting a signature campaign to impress upon the British government not to impose a ban on the LTTE. Reports said Britain
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Quoting Jaffna University Students' Union President K. Arnold, the Sri Lankan media said the students were in the process of conducting a signature campaign to impress upon the British government not to impose a ban on the LTTE. Reports said Britain could announce the ban on February 19, the day the Prevention of Terrorism Act is due to come in to effect, or anytime thereafter. The British government is already seized of urges for and against the ban.
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February - 10 
The Sri Lankan Army said on February 10 that troops laid an ambush a day earlier in the Chunnakam area, Jaffna peninsula, and killed one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel. The Army also said at least 10 rebels might have been killed in cl
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The Sri Lankan Army said on February 10 that troops laid an ambush a day earlier in the Chunnakam area, Jaffna peninsula, and killed one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel. The Army also said at least 10 rebels might have been killed in clashes reported ahead of the forward defence lines near Muhamalai.
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February - 10 
The Sri Lankan Army said troops manning defences in Muhamali and Kilaly, Jaffna peninsula, killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels on February 10.
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The Sri Lankan Army said troops manning defences in Muhamali and Kilaly, Jaffna peninsula, killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels on February 10.
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February - 11 
A civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists at Balyas in Doda district. In another attack, unidentified terrorists injured a civilian at Daga.
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A civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists at Balyas in Doda district. In another attack, unidentified terrorists injured a civilian at Daga.
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February - 11 
A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed by unidentified terrorists at Maminder in Pulwama district.
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A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed by unidentified terrorists at Maminder in Pulwama district.
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February - 11 
According to media reports, a wild life campaigner and winner of this year’s prestigious Rufford Award, Vivek Menon has been threatened by the United Liberartion Front of Asom (ULFA) for his campaign against poaching of elephants and rhinos in the St
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According to media reports, a wild life campaigner and winner of this year’s prestigious Rufford Award, Vivek Menon has been threatened by the United Liberartion Front of Asom (ULFA) for his campaign against poaching of elephants and rhinos in the State. He had been sent a letter by the outfit in this regard. The outfit reportedly indulges in poaching of rhinos and other wild life for resource generation.
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February - 11 
According to official sources, the Union government has chalked out a five-year plan to replace as many regular Army units as possible with the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) for counterinsurgency operations in Jammu and Kashmir. For this purpose, the governm
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According to official sources, the Union government has chalked out a five-year plan to replace as many regular Army units as possible with the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) for counterinsurgency operations in Jammu and Kashmir. For this purpose, the government has decided to almost double the present 50,000-strong Rashtriya Rifles by raising 30 more battalions. Official sources said that the process of increasing the strength of the RR has already begun since February 1.
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February - 11 
Another SPO, injured in a terrorist attack at Batmuran Kellar, in Pulwama district, on February 10, succumbed to her injuries on February 11.
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Another SPO, injured in a terrorist attack at Batmuran Kellar, in Pulwama district, on February 10, succumbed to her injuries on February 11.
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February - 11 
Gurkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) chief Subash Ghising, who was attacked on February 10, is out of danger and has appealed to the people to maintain peace. Meanwhile, arson and violence marred the start of an "indefinite hill-bandh" called on F
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Gurkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) chief Subash Ghising, who was attacked on February 10, is out of danger and has appealed to the people to maintain peace. Meanwhile, arson and violence marred the start of an "indefinite hill-bandh" called on February 11 by the GNLF to protest the attack on Ghising. Police said the shutdown paralysed normal life across Darjeeling district. Observers see the attempt on the life of Subash Ghising as the culmination of a power struggle to lead the Nepali-speaking Gorkha race in West Bengal’s Darjeeling hills. So far, Ghising had been the undisputed leader of the Gorkhas in the region. Of late, a breakaway group of the GNLF, the Gorkhaland Liberation Organisation (GLO), led by former GNLF cadre Chhatra Subba, has been challenging the authority of the GNLF and Ghishing.
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February - 11 
Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) spokesperson Amiruddin Mughal, in statement released on February 11, claimed the Indian Army was responsible for the recent violent incidents in Jammu and Kashmir. He also added, "It is the work of Indian army and a part of
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Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) spokesperson Amiruddin Mughal, in statement released on February 11, claimed the Indian Army was responsible for the recent violent incidents in Jammu and Kashmir. He also added, "It is the work of Indian army and a part of New Delhi's desperate efforts to dub the Mujahideen as terrorists and thus mislead the international community".
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February - 11 
Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) spokesperson Sallahuddin, in a statement on February 11, said the outfit would carry out more fidayeen, suicide, attacks on security force and police posts in Jammu and Kashmir. According to a Lashkar statement, "Police and Spec
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Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) spokesperson Sallahuddin, in a statement on February 11, said the outfit would carry out more fidayeen, suicide, attacks on security force and police posts in Jammu and Kashmir. According to a Lashkar statement, "Police and Special Task Force (STF) personnel are warned to give up their jobs en masse, failing which suicide squads will launch attacks on them".
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February - 11 
On February 11, a youth was killed by unidentified assailants at Bamon Leikai Tinsubam area . No one was arrested in the consequent search operation.
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On February 11, a youth was killed by unidentified assailants at Bamon Leikai Tinsubam area . No one was arrested in the consequent search operation.
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February - 11 
On February 11, six persons, including a girl, abducted earlier in the months of December 2000 and January 2001 by terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) were freed from captivity following an encounter between security forces
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On February 11, six persons, including a girl, abducted earlier in the months of December 2000 and January 2001 by terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) were freed from captivity following an encounter between security forces and the terrorists at a jungle in RK Pur police station area of South Tripura district. According to sources, the encounter followed a tip off by an arrested NLFT sympathiser. There was no report of any casualty on either side.
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February - 11 
On February 11, terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) snatched a carbine from a security force personnel while he was on a patrol duty at Mungiabari in West Tripura district. The terrorists managed to escape before other secur
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On February 11, terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) snatched a carbine from a security force personnel while he was on a patrol duty at Mungiabari in West Tripura district. The terrorists managed to escape before other security force personnel reached the spot.
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February - 11 
On the political front, a former chairman of the secessionist All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) Mirwaiz Umer Farooq said in New Delhi on February 11 that the outfit plans to open four new offices abroad as part of its propaganda efforts. He claime
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On the political front, a former chairman of the secessionist All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) Mirwaiz Umer Farooq said in New Delhi on February 11 that the outfit plans to open four new offices abroad as part of its propaganda efforts. He claimed that the "…four offices will be set up in Brussels, New York, London and Saudi Arabia as part of … efforts to mobilize global opinion about Kashmir issue". In the statement, the Mirwaiz also criticized the Union government for the delay in issuing passports to the five-member Hurriyat delgation, which was to visit Pakistan and hold talks with the government there and terrorist outfits based in that country.
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February - 11 
Security forces conducting a search operation at Budhlijoda, Doda district killed a terrorist on February 11, later identified as a ‘commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM).
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Security forces conducting a search operation at Budhlijoda, Doda district killed a terrorist on February 11, later identified as a ‘commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM).
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February - 11 
Security forces recovered two bodies from the Chopran forest in Kupwara district, suspected to have been killed during an encounter in the area earlier in the day.
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Security forces recovered two bodies from the Chopran forest in Kupwara district, suspected to have been killed during an encounter in the area earlier in the day.
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February - 11 
The Jharkhand government has recommended the name of the former Lohardagga district police chief, Ajay Kumar Singh, for the highest civilian award, Ashok Chakra, for his brave action against left-extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG),
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The Jharkhand government has recommended the name of the former Lohardagga district police chief, Ajay Kumar Singh, for the highest civilian award, Ashok Chakra, for his brave action against left-extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG), on October 4, 2000, in which he lost his life.
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February - 11 
Three terrorists of the Al-Badr, including a Pakistani mercenary, were killed in an encounter at Pathan Peer in Poonch district.
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Three terrorists of the Al-Badr, including a Pakistani mercenary, were killed in an encounter at Pathan Peer in Poonch district.
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February - 11 
Two NLFT terrorists were arrested from two villages, Ghaniamara and Gogon Chaudhuripara in West Tripura district on February 11.
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Two NLFT terrorists were arrested from two villages, Ghaniamara and Gogon Chaudhuripara in West Tripura district on February 11.
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February - 11 
Unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir blasted a transmission tower at Bankoot in Doda district on February 11.
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Unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir blasted a transmission tower at Bankoot in Doda district on February 11.
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February - 11 
Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) spokesperson Amiruddin Mughal, in statement released on February 11, claimed the Indian Army was responsible for the recent violent incidents in Jammu and Kashmir. He also added, "It is the work of Indian army and a part of
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Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) spokesperson Amiruddin Mughal, in statement released on February 11, claimed the Indian Army was responsible for the recent violent incidents in Jammu and Kashmir. He also added, "It is the work of Indian army and a part of New Delhi's desperate efforts to dub the Mujahideen as terrorists and thus mislead the international community".
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February - 11 
Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) spokesperson Sallahuddin, in a statement on February 11, said the outfit would carry out more fidayeen, suicide, attacks on security force and police posts in Jammu and Kashmir. According to a Lashkar statement, "Police and Spec
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Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) spokesperson Sallahuddin, in a statement on February 11, said the outfit would carry out more fidayeen, suicide, attacks on security force and police posts in Jammu and Kashmir. According to a Lashkar statement, "Police and Special Task Force (STF) personnel are warned to give up their jobs en masse, failing which suicide squads will launch attacks on them".
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February - 11 
The Amir of the Harkat, Maulana Mohammad Farooq Kashmiri, in a statement from Islamabad, on February 11, called for an end to interference of the Untied States in the internal affairs of Pakistan and the terrorist outfits.
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The Amir of the Harkat, Maulana Mohammad Farooq Kashmiri, in a statement from Islamabad, on February 11, called for an end to interference of the Untied States in the internal affairs of Pakistan and the terrorist outfits.
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February - 11 
According to a recent report in Kuensel, the King of Bhutan, during the Eighth plan review meeting recently has stated that in the event of his government’s failure to pursuade the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Demoratic Front o
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According to a recent report in Kuensel, the King of Bhutan, during the Eighth plan review meeting recently has stated that in the event of his government’s failure to pursuade the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Demoratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) to leave Bhutanese territory, it will be left with no other option but to use its armed forces for the purpose. He reportedly expressed unhappiness at the tardy progress of talks between the outfits and the government.
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February - 11 
On February 11, the Opposition Bangladesh National Party (BNP), leading a four party opposition alliance, announced a fresh strike on February 13 protesting crackdown on Islamic fundamentalist groups even as the government asserted it would firmly de
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On February 11, the Opposition Bangladesh National Party (BNP), leading a four party opposition alliance, announced a fresh strike on February 13 protesting crackdown on Islamic fundamentalist groups even as the government asserted it would firmly deal with the current fundamentalist campaign against the High Court verdict banning 'fatwa', religious decrees. The Foreign Minister had last week apprised the Islamic countries of the fundamentalist uprising and the government's stand on the issue.
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February - 11 
Official sources reported that one rebel of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was killed by army snipers at Nagarkovil on February 11. A second rebel was killed at Wanni on the same day.
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Official sources reported that one rebel of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was killed by army snipers at Nagarkovil on February 11. A second rebel was killed at Wanni on the same day.
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February - 11 
On the political front, President Chnadrika Kumaratunga rejected the LTTE's contention that proscription of the LTTE by Britain would hamper the peace process, the Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation said on February 11. LTTE chief negotiator and theo
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On the political front, President Chnadrika Kumaratunga rejected the LTTE's contention that proscription of the LTTE by Britain would hamper the peace process, the Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation said on February 11. LTTE chief negotiator and theoretician Anton Balasigham had conveyed the impression on the hampering of peace process when he met Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim in London. Also, Balasingham said in an interview to a Tamil daily from his London office that he had informed Solheim of the same.
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February - 11 
The Army said a female LTTE cadre, reportedly the in-charge of one several armories of the LTTE, had surrendered to the security forces on February 11, in the Welikanda general area, Polannaruva district, in the East.
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The Army said a female LTTE cadre, reportedly the in-charge of one several armories of the LTTE, had surrendered to the security forces on February 11, in the Welikanda general area, Polannaruva district, in the East.
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February - 11 
Two soldiers were injured in mortar shelling by the rebels.
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Two soldiers were injured in mortar shelling by the rebels.
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February - 12 
According to official sources, in a joint operation by the Jharkhand police, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Bihar Military Police (BMP), a zonal headquarters of the left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC)
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According to official sources, in a joint operation by the Jharkhand police, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Bihar Military Police (BMP), a zonal headquarters of the left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), on February 12. Security forces destroyed two bunkers constructed on a hillock in Lebrahi Jawabar forests in Chatra district and recovered a huge cache of arms and explosives and about Rs. Seven lakhs in cash.
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February - 12 
According to recent media reports, the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) chief Sanayaima alias Meghen, speaking at the 36th anniversary of the outfit recently, at its headquarters in southern Manipur, appreciated the gesture of the Indian gover
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According to recent media reports, the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) chief Sanayaima alias Meghen, speaking at the 36th anniversary of the outfit recently, at its headquarters in southern Manipur, appreciated the gesture of the Indian government for its willingness to hold talks with any insurgent group of North-east. He was, however, reported to have stated that issues such as independence of Manipur, right of self-determination and demilitarization must be brought under the ambit of negotiation. He criticised the government for pursuing an agenda to 'divide and destroy the revolutionary forces'.
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February - 12 
Four suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter at Khanetar Gali in Rajouri district on February 12. One security force officer sustained injuries during the encounter. Security forces also reported that
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Four suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter at Khanetar Gali in Rajouri district on February 12. One security force officer sustained injuries during the encounter. Security forces also reported that two police men, part of a search group, drowned while crossing a stream at Dachchan in Doda district.
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In Baramulla district, three fidayeen, terrorists of a suicide squad, of the Jaish-e-Mohammad were killed. While one was shot dead by security force personnel when the fidayeen attacked their camp at Safpora, on February 12, two more were killed a da
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In Baramulla district, three fidayeen, terrorists of a suicide squad, of the Jaish-e-Mohammad were killed. While one was shot dead by security force personnel when the fidayeen attacked their camp at Safpora, on February 12, two more were killed a day later, on February 13, in the nearby Baba-Wuyal area during search operations conducted after the attack.
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February - 12 
In Budgam district, an activist of the ruling National Conference was killed by unidentified terrorists at Sonapal on February 12.
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In Budgam district, an activist of the ruling National Conference was killed by unidentified terrorists at Sonapal on February 12.
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February - 12 
Nearly 100 persons accused of the 1993 serial bomb blasts in Mumbai pleaded for security cover before the designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) Court in Mumbai on February 12. Their request came in the wake of recent
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Nearly 100 persons accused of the 1993 serial bomb blasts in Mumbai pleaded for security cover before the designated Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) Court in Mumbai on February 12. Their request came in the wake of recent killing of co-accused, Hanif Kadawala on February 8. There were reports that the underworld Mafia, Chhota Rajan had vowed to kill all the serial blast accused who had secured bail. The Court, however, expressed its helplessness in the matter saying it could not consider such plea.
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February - 12 
News reports on February 12 citing "informed sources" said that terrorist outfits operating in the State were using the ongoing unilateral cease-fire being observed by security forces in the State for regrouping and consolidating their strength and p
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News reports on February 12 citing "informed sources" said that terrorist outfits operating in the State were using the ongoing unilateral cease-fire being observed by security forces in the State for regrouping and consolidating their strength and preparing for a fresh onslaught. The reports added that outfits controlled by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) such as the Lashker-e-Toiba (LeT), Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) and Al-Badr, are changing the frequency of their communication equipment besides earmarking some "soft spots" in the Valley to dump ammunition. This information was gathered through interrogation of arrested terrorists and intercepts of wireless communications between different units of terrorists groups.
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February - 12 
On February 12, a local-level leader of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) was killed by terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Maharani village in Dhalai district.
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On February 12, a local-level leader of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) was killed by terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Maharani village in Dhalai district.
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February - 12 
On the political front, a spokesman of the secessionist All-Party Hurriyat Conference, on February 12, termed the agenda of the proposed Hurriyat delegation's visit to Pakistan as aimed at turning the unilateral cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir into a
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On the political front, a spokesman of the secessionist All-Party Hurriyat Conference, on February 12, termed the agenda of the proposed Hurriyat delegation's visit to Pakistan as aimed at turning the unilateral cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir into a comprehensive cease-fire between all parties and make the peace process "result-oriented’’. The spokesman was speaking to journalists after a meeting of the Hurriyat's executive committee on the same day. The spokesman also accused "some elements" in both Pakistan and India of adopting an approach which could derail the peace process, adding that the Hurriyat felt "deliberate attempts are being made to create problems in respect of the nature of the Kashmir issue which reflects a negative approach."
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February - 12 
On the same day, in a repeat of an incident on February 11, unidentified terrorists blasted another power transmission tower at Ratanwas in Doda district. On the previous day, unidentified terrorists had blasted a similar tower at Bankoot in the same
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On the same day, in a repeat of an incident on February 11, unidentified terrorists blasted another power transmission tower at Ratanwas in Doda district. On the previous day, unidentified terrorists had blasted a similar tower at Bankoot in the same district.
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February - 12 
On the same day, two Naxalites of the CPUSI (Veeranna faction) surrendered in Eluru.
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On the same day, two Naxalites of the CPUSI (Veeranna faction) surrendered in Eluru.
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February - 12 
Speaking at a news conference in Ahemadabad on the same day, Union Home Minister L K Advani said that any decision on extension of the ongoing Ramadan cease-fire, beyond February 26 would be taken only after "assessment" of the situation in J&K.
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Speaking at a news conference in Ahemadabad on the same day, Union Home Minister L K Advani said that any decision on extension of the ongoing Ramadan cease-fire, beyond February 26 would be taken only after "assessment" of the situation in J&K.
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February - 12 
The District Collector of Warangal and his driver were injured in an attack by left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) in an unspecified location in Warrangal distrtict on February 12.
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The District Collector of Warangal and his driver were injured in an attack by left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) in an unspecified location in Warrangal distrtict on February 12.
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February - 12 
The Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) -sponsored indefinite bandh paralysed normal life in the 3 sub-divisions of Darjeeling, while the Himalayan State of Sikkim remained cut off for the second day.
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The Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) -sponsored indefinite bandh paralysed normal life in the 3 sub-divisions of Darjeeling, while the Himalayan State of Sikkim remained cut off for the second day.
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February - 12 
The government of West Bengal, on February 12, ordered a probe into the attack on the life of the Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council (DGHC) chairman Mr. Subash Ghising, and killing of three persons near Kurseong, Siliguri on February 10.
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The government of West Bengal, on February 12, ordered a probe into the attack on the life of the Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council (DGHC) chairman Mr. Subash Ghising, and killing of three persons near Kurseong, Siliguri on February 10.
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February - 12 
A Pakistani Foreign Office spokesperson, on the same day, in Islamabad denied that Pakistan was supporting cross-border terrorism. According to him, "the allegation of cross-border terrorism was a pretext used by India to continue its military effort
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A Pakistani Foreign Office spokesperson, on the same day, in Islamabad denied that Pakistan was supporting cross-border terrorism. According to him, "the allegation of cross-border terrorism was a pretext used by India to continue its military efforts to suppress freedom struggle, while Pakistan and the APHC had always condemned these acts of violence against the civilians, particularly against the members of Sikh community".
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February - 12 
According to official sources, three rocket attacks targeting a police post and a security force camp at Kohlu district in Quetta were reported on February 12. However, no loss of life or injuries was immediately known.
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According to official sources, three rocket attacks targeting a police post and a security force camp at Kohlu district in Quetta were reported on February 12. However, no loss of life or injuries was immediately known.
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February - 12 
In a related development, the Chief Executive of Pakistan General Pervez Musharraf in an interview to Newsweek, has said that he is ready to travel to New Delhi for talks on the Kashmir issue if he receives a "formal invitation". Gen. Musharraf said,
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In a related development, the Chief Executive of Pakistan General Pervez Musharraf in an interview to Newsweek, has said that he is ready to travel to New Delhi for talks on the Kashmir issue if he receives a "formal invitation". Gen. Musharraf said, "there are some indications that Indian leaders want to resume bilateral talks. We are prepared to talk to them on Kashmir and all other issues. I am prepared to go to Delhi for talks if invited by the Indian government.
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February - 12 
Pakistan's Interior Minister, Moinuddin Haider announced, in Karachi, restrictions on raising funds for Jihad by the various terrorist outfits on February 12. He added that banners displayed in Karachi for Jihad fund-raising were ordered to be remove
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Pakistan's Interior Minister, Moinuddin Haider announced, in Karachi, restrictions on raising funds for Jihad by the various terrorist outfits on February 12. He added that banners displayed in Karachi for Jihad fund-raising were ordered to be removed. He said that the government was seeking proposals from Islamic parties on the sectarian conflict in the country and would soon unveil a firm policy on the activities of Islamic radical groups. He also added "no one will be allowed to display arms whether he belongs to a Jihadi or religious group or force people to give donations for the purchase of weapons in the name of Jihad".
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February - 12 
Various Pakistan-based terrorist outfits have rejected the ban on Jihad fund-raising announced by Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider on February 12.
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Various Pakistan-based terrorist outfits have rejected the ban on Jihad fund-raising announced by Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider on February 12.
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February - 12 
Delayed reports also mentioned that three police posts were bombed in different villages in the Palpa district on February 12. No causalities have been reported in the incident.
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Delayed reports also mentioned that three police posts were bombed in different villages in the Palpa district on February 12. No causalities have been reported in the incident.
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February - 12 
A soldier on patrol duty was injured in a mine explosion, on February 12, in the Muhamalai general area. In the WeliOya general area, troops confronted an LTTE reconnaissance patrol on February 12. It is believed that three rebels might have been kil
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A soldier on patrol duty was injured in a mine explosion, on February 12, in the Muhamalai general area. In the WeliOya general area, troops confronted an LTTE reconnaissance patrol on February 12. It is believed that three rebels might have been killed in the clashes.
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February - 12 
On the same day, three rebels were killed in clashes with troops that were reported in Nagarkovil, Kattiratan and Ponnar areas.
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On the same day, three rebels were killed in clashes with troops that were reported in Nagarkovil, Kattiratan and Ponnar areas.
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February - 12 
The Padaviya Jana Handa Organisation, claiming to represent residents of Sri Lanka's northern areas is reported, on February 12, to have submitted a petition to the British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka requesting that the British government ban the
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The Padaviya Jana Handa Organisation, claiming to represent residents of Sri Lanka's northern areas is reported, on February 12, to have submitted a petition to the British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka requesting that the British government ban the LTTE on account of the "atrocities" committed by the group in Sri Lanka and abroad. Claiming that the LTTE has made London the base for their political operations, the petition added that a ban on the outfit would end its fund-raising activities in Britain.
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February - 12 
The Sri Lankan Army said the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) had fired mortar shells at troops manning defences in Muhamalai, Noonavil and Ariyalai areas, Jaffna peninsula on February 12. However, no casualties were reported in these incident
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The Sri Lankan Army said the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) had fired mortar shells at troops manning defences in Muhamalai, Noonavil and Ariyalai areas, Jaffna peninsula on February 12. However, no casualties were reported in these incidents.
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February - 13 
According to intelligence reports, in a recent meeting convened by Raju Baruah, the "deputy commander-in-chief" of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in Devthan in Bhutan, and attended by all operational commanders of the outfit, a revised hi
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According to intelligence reports, in a recent meeting convened by Raju Baruah, the "deputy commander-in-chief" of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in Devthan in Bhutan, and attended by all operational commanders of the outfit, a revised hit list has been prepared. According to sources, the list contains names of two senior State ministers apart from other political leaders. The sources further disclosed that Mon Ketaki took over as the ‘chief Intelligence officer’ of the outfit from BiplabBorgohain. The Intelligence department, reportedly, was divided into six groups to look after the family members of ULFA cadres, and also keep a watch on cadres of the outfit maintaining links with the State Government. According to another intelligence report, ULFA has been trying to unite the terrorist outfits active in Tripura, the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) and the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) to launch a combined fight against the ‘Indian government’. A joint meeting of the ATTF and NLFT was held in this regard in January 2001, at Srimangal (Sylhet) in Bangladesh, where ULFA commander PriyabrataBarua and his deputies were present.
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February - 13 
Another civilian was injured in a separate terrorist attack at Sopore in Baramulla district.
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Another civilian was injured in a separate terrorist attack at Sopore in Baramulla district.
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February - 13 
Earlier, on February 13, a terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) was arrested in the Jaisidhi area in Itakhola. Brazilian currency worth more than Rs 4 lakh was recovered from him.
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Earlier, on February 13, a terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) was arrested in the Jaisidhi area in Itakhola. Brazilian currency worth more than Rs 4 lakh was recovered from him.
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February - 13 
Earlier, on February 13, an ULFA terrorist, later identified as the ‘commander’ of Dihin Anchalik Parishad, was killed in an encounter at Barbil of Dibrugarh. A Japanese .38 pistol was recovered from his possession.
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Earlier, on February 13, an ULFA terrorist, later identified as the ‘commander’ of Dihin Anchalik Parishad, was killed in an encounter at Barbil of Dibrugarh. A Japanese .38 pistol was recovered from his possession.
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February - 13 
In an attack, one civilian was killed at Sayedpora in Srinagar.
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In an attack, one civilian was killed at Sayedpora in Srinagar.
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February - 13 
In an incident in Andhra Pradesh, Naxalites of the People's War group (PWG) snatched two walkie-talkies from Bibinagar railway station, Nalgonda district, on February 13. Similarly, at Nagireddipalli, in the same district, three Naxalites including a
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In an incident in Andhra Pradesh, Naxalites of the People's War group (PWG) snatched two walkie-talkies from Bibinagar railway station, Nalgonda district, on February 13. Similarly, at Nagireddipalli, in the same district, three Naxalites including a woman snatched a walkie-talkie set along with a battery and a charger from a local railway station.
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February - 13 
In Baramulla district, one security force personnel was killed and nine others injured on February 13, when unidentified terrorists ambushed a group of polling officials and the escorting security contingent at Tarzoo.
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In Baramulla district, one security force personnel was killed and nine others injured on February 13, when unidentified terrorists ambushed a group of polling officials and the escorting security contingent at Tarzoo.
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February - 13 
In Chrar-e-Sharief, four civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of a ruling National Conference activist on the night of February 13.
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In Chrar-e-Sharief, four civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of a ruling National Conference activist on the night of February 13.
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February - 13 
On February 13, the Hoda, village council of the Jamatiya tribe, pledged its support to the Tripura Government in fighting the insurgency in the State. Addressing newspersons, Hoda chief Bikram Bahadur Jamatiya said he ‘would not allow any outfit …to
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On February 13, the Hoda, village council of the Jamatiya tribe, pledged its support to the Tripura Government in fighting the insurgency in the State. Addressing newspersons, Hoda chief Bikram Bahadur Jamatiya said he ‘would not allow any outfit …to destroy peace’.
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February - 13 
On the political front, a senior leader of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Syed Ali Shah Geelani, on February 13, had talks with Pakistan High Commissioner in India, Ashraf Jehnagir Qazi for the second consecutive day, in New Delhi. No deta
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On the political front, a senior leader of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Syed Ali Shah Geelani, on February 13, had talks with Pakistan High Commissioner in India, Ashraf Jehnagir Qazi for the second consecutive day, in New Delhi. No details on the talks were released.
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February - 13 
On the same day, All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) President UG Brahma, in an interview to Assam Tribune, stated, ‘Time is now favourable for holding talk with Bodo organisations for a permanent solution to the Bodo problem’. In the same report, All Ass
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On the same day, All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) President UG Brahma, in an interview to Assam Tribune, stated, ‘Time is now favourable for holding talk with Bodo organisations for a permanent solution to the Bodo problem’. In the same report, All Assam Students Union (AASU) President Prabin Boro called upon the insurgent outfits to come forward for extending their help to ABSU for their nation creation process.
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February - 13 
Security forces killed nine terrorists on February 13 in separate encounters across the twin districts of Poonch and Rajouri. Four of these terrorists, who included a ‘local commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), and one security force personnel
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Security forces killed nine terrorists on February 13 in separate encounters across the twin districts of Poonch and Rajouri. Four of these terrorists, who included a ‘local commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), and one security force personnel were killed in an encounter at Bari Bahak in Poonch district while two more were killed in a second encounter at PathanaTeer in the same district. The two slain terrorists were identified as a ‘local commander’ of the Al-Badr and a foreign mercenary of the Hizb. One civilian and three terrorists were killed in a third encounter, at Dodaz in Rajouri district. The encounters ensued after routine security force patrols were attacked by terrorists.
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February - 13 
Security forces killed nine terrorists on February 13 in separate encounters across the twin districts of Poonch and Rajouri. Four of these terrorists, who included a ‘local commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), and one security force personnel
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Security forces killed nine terrorists on February 13 in separate encounters across the twin districts of Poonch and Rajouri. Four of these terrorists, who included a ‘local commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), and one security force personnel were killed in an encounter at Bari Bahak in Poonch district while two more were killed in a second encounter at PathanaTeer in the same district. The two slain terrorists were identified as a ‘local commander’ of the Al-Badr and a foreign mercenary of the Hizb. One civilian and three terrorists were killed in a third encounter, at Dodaz in Rajouri district. The encounters ensued after routine security force patrols were attacked by terrorists.
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February - 13 
Speaking to newsmen at Srinagar on February 13, State Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah said he has asked the Union government to sanction additional Special Police Officers and deploy additional para-military forces to strengthen counter-insurgency ope
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Speaking to newsmen at Srinagar on February 13, State Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah said he has asked the Union government to sanction additional Special Police Officers and deploy additional para-military forces to strengthen counter-insurgency operations in the State. On the same day, in another statement made on the floor of the State Legislative Assembly, Abdullah said his government has been providing ex-gratia allowance and jobs to the kin of the victims of terrorist-violence. He informed the House that under State Regulation Order 43, one member from the family of each victim was being provided with a government job. Giving details, he said that since 1997, 2,128 kin of militants’ victims have been provided government jobs while 3,308 applications are being processed.
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February - 13 
The Chief Secretary of West Bengal said, on February 13, police investigations revealed Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) hand in the February 10-attempt on the life of Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) chief Subhash Ghising. One of
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The Chief Secretary of West Bengal said, on February 13, police investigations revealed Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) hand in the February 10-attempt on the life of Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) chief Subhash Ghising. One of the assailants killed in the shootout was identified as R.B. Singh, an activist of the ISI-backed National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), which is believed to have some understanding with rival Gorkhaland Liberation Organisation (GLO) leader, ChhatraSubha in a joint effort against the GNLF.
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February - 13 
The police intelligence network had been stepped up to track the terrorists engaged in various subversive activities along the Bengal-Assam-Nepal border. West Bengal has set up a task force for conducting a joint operation by paramilitary force and S
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The police intelligence network had been stepped up to track the terrorists engaged in various subversive activities along the Bengal-Assam-Nepal border. West Bengal has set up a task force for conducting a joint operation by paramilitary force and State police against the terrorists. Attempts are also being made to trace ChhatraSubba and other dissident leaders who might have escaped to Nepal.
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February - 13 
The chief of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Hafiz Mohammad Saeed said, in Lahore on February 13, the ban was un-Islamic and illogical. According to him, "Jihad was a noble Islamic duty and raising Jihad funds was also a sacred duty".
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The chief of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Hafiz Mohammad Saeed said, in Lahore on February 13, the ban was un-Islamic and illogical. According to him, "Jihad was a noble Islamic duty and raising Jihad funds was also a sacred duty".
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February - 13 
The Maoist insurgents continued with their campaign of violence, on February 13, in different parts of Nepal a day after they had observed the sixth anniversary of the insurgency. The Maoist insurgents engaged security force personnel in a three-hour
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The Maoist insurgents continued with their campaign of violence, on February 13, in different parts of Nepal a day after they had observed the sixth anniversary of the insurgency. The Maoist insurgents engaged security force personnel in a three-hour-long gun battle at the Juphal airport, Dolpa district, and had subsequently under heavy retaliation by the security forces.
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February - 13 
19 leaders and activists of the ruling Awami League were sued under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for their alleged involvement in firing gun shots on a BNP procession at Malibagh in the city during hartal hours on February 13. Four people were killed
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19 leaders and activists of the ruling Awami League were sued under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for their alleged involvement in firing gun shots on a BNP procession at Malibagh in the city during hartal hours on February 13. Four people were killed and several others injured in this incident.
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February - 13 
According to official sources, at least four persons, including one policeman, were killed and many others injured in clashes between activists of the Ruling Awami League and the Opposition Bangladesh National Party (BNP) in Dhaka during the oppositi
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According to official sources, at least four persons, including one policeman, were killed and many others injured in clashes between activists of the Ruling Awami League and the Opposition Bangladesh National Party (BNP) in Dhaka during the opposition-sponsored strike, on February 13. Both the Ruling and Opposition parties blamed each other for the incident. BNP Secretary General Abdul Mannan Bhuiyan, at a press briefing, alleged that pro-government armed terrorists attacked the procession led by Mirza Abbas without any provocation. Home Minister Mohammad Nasim, on his part, blamed the BNP and its 'fundamentalist allies' for the killings.
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February - 13 
In Chittagong widespread explosions resulting in injuries to more than ten persons marked the daylong hartal on February 13.
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In Chittagong widespread explosions resulting in injuries to more than ten persons marked the daylong hartal on February 13.
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February - 13 
Pakistan had made an offer to lend US$20 million to Sri Lanka to enable the purchase of ‘vital arms’ in order to keep up its war effort against the LTTE, Army spokesperson Brig. SanathKaruanaratne said on February 13.
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Pakistan had made an offer to lend US$20 million to Sri Lanka to enable the purchase of ‘vital arms’ in order to keep up its war effort against the LTTE, Army spokesperson Brig. SanathKaruanaratne said on February 13.
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February - 14 
A Harkat-ul-Jehadi Islami (HuJI) terrorist, who was arrested by security forces from his Baramulla hideout and was being escorted to another place to recover a hidden of arms was killed when unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir attacked the g
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A Harkat-ul-Jehadi Islami (HuJI) terrorist, who was arrested by security forces from his Baramulla hideout and was being escorted to another place to recover a hidden of arms was killed when unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir attacked the group on February 14. A security force personnel sustained injuries in the attack.
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February - 14 
A Pakistani mercenary of the Al Badar was killed while infiltrating into India in Nawa Pind, in the RS Pura sector.
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A Pakistani mercenary of the Al Badar was killed while infiltrating into India in Nawa Pind, in the RS Pura sector.
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February - 14 
According to official sources, an unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter at Thangal Bazar area of Imphal on February14. Further details were not available.
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According to official sources, an unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter at Thangal Bazar area of Imphal on February14. Further details were not available.
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February - 14 
Another civilian was attacked and injured by unidentified terrorists at Prankot in Rajouri district.
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Another civilian was attacked and injured by unidentified terrorists at Prankot in Rajouri district.
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February - 14 
At Fail Beerwah in Badgam district, unidentified gunmen killed one person. The slain person was a surrendered terrorist who was a Special Police Officer until he rejoined his terrorist outfit.
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At Fail Beerwah in Badgam district, unidentified gunmen killed one person. The slain person was a surrendered terrorist who was a Special Police Officer until he rejoined his terrorist outfit.
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February - 14 
In a case of mistaken identity, security force personnel killed a civilian moving about suspiciously near a security force camp at Haripora in Kupwara district. In the same district, another civilian, attempting to flee after security forces launched
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In a case of mistaken identity, security force personnel killed a civilian moving about suspiciously near a security force camp at Haripora in Kupwara district. In the same district, another civilian, attempting to flee after security forces launched a search operation at Kachloo Cheepora, was shot at and injured.
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February - 14 
In an incident, a check-gate installed by a group of fake Surrendered ULFA (SULFA) men for collection of money from truck drivers on the Assam-Bengal border was destroyed by police in Chagolia.
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In an incident, a check-gate installed by a group of fake Surrendered ULFA (SULFA) men for collection of money from truck drivers on the Assam-Bengal border was destroyed by police in Chagolia.
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February - 14 
In an incident, a Pakistani mercenary of the Al Badar was killed while infiltrating into India in Nawa Pind, in the RS Pura sector.
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In an incident, a Pakistani mercenary of the Al Badar was killed while infiltrating into India in Nawa Pind, in the RS Pura sector.
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February - 14 
In an incident, an All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorist was arrested by Assam Rifles personnel from Mandia bazar under Sidhai police station.
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In an incident, an All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorist was arrested by Assam Rifles personnel from Mandia bazar under Sidhai police station.
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February - 14 
In an incident, at Fail Beerwah in Badgam district, unidentified gunmen killed one person. The slain person was a surrendered terrorist who was a Special Police Officer until he rejoined his terrorist outfit.
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In an incident, at Fail Beerwah in Badgam district, unidentified gunmen killed one person. The slain person was a surrendered terrorist who was a Special Police Officer until he rejoined his terrorist outfit.
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February - 14 
In an incident, police claimed to have recovered the dead bodies of three labourers of the Oil and Natural Gas Commission of India (ONGC) from Arjun Thakurpara in West Tripura district. In a similar incident, earlier on March 19, 2000, NLFT terrorist
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In an incident, police claimed to have recovered the dead bodies of three labourers of the Oil and Natural Gas Commission of India (ONGC) from Arjun Thakurpara in West Tripura district. In a similar incident, earlier on March 19, 2000, NLFT terrorists had abducted 12 ONGC labourers from Gabardi and had killed 10 of them. The remaining two managed to escape.
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February - 14 
In an incident, three civilians were injured in a terrorist attack at Nihalpora in Pattan town.
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In an incident, three civilians were injured in a terrorist attack at Nihalpora in Pattan town.
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February - 14 
On February 14, three terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), including a ‘sergeant major’, surrendered at Jorhat.
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On February 14, three terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), including a ‘sergeant major’, surrendered at Jorhat.
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February - 14 
On the night of February 14, security forces repulsed an attempt by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir to attack the Gool police station in Udhampur district. There were no casualties in this incident. The attacking terrorists also burnt do
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On the night of February 14, security forces repulsed an attempt by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir to attack the Gool police station in Udhampur district. There were no casualties in this incident. The attacking terrorists also burnt down 22 dwellings at Sangaldan in the same district.
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February - 14 
Three civilians were injured in a terrorist attack at Nihalpora in Pattan town.
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Three civilians were injured in a terrorist attack at Nihalpora in Pattan town.
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February - 14 
Two civilians were injured in and Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast set-off by unidentified terrorists at Pheli Pora in Baramulla district.
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Two civilians were injured in and Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast set-off by unidentified terrorists at Pheli Pora in Baramulla district.
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February - 14 
The chief of Jamaat-e-Ulema Islam, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, in a press statement released from Lahore, on February 14, urged the government to enforce complete Islamic order in the Pakistan since a viable Islamic system was the only remedy to all socio
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The chief of Jamaat-e-Ulema Islam, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, in a press statement released from Lahore, on February 14, urged the government to enforce complete Islamic order in the Pakistan since a viable Islamic system was the only remedy to all socio-economic ills of the country.
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February - 14 
The chief of the Jamaat-e-Islami, Qazi Hussain Ahmed, addressing terrorist leaders in Kotli, on February 14, said any compromise on the Kashmir issue would not be tolerated. He also added, "The Mujahideen would not be abandoned at any cost by the Mus
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The chief of the Jamaat-e-Islami, Qazi Hussain Ahmed, addressing terrorist leaders in Kotli, on February 14, said any compromise on the Kashmir issue would not be tolerated. He also added, "The Mujahideen would not be abandoned at any cost by the Muslim Ummah and assured the Mujahideen that the whole Pakistani nation is willing to render any sacrifices for the Kashmir cause".
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February - 14 
The chief of the Punjab unit of the Al-Badar, Ahmad Hamza, said Pakistan was created for Islam and Jihad was a pillar of Islam which could not be stopped unless peace and justice was restored. He also warned the Interior Minister that no system other
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The chief of the Punjab unit of the Al-Badar, Ahmad Hamza, said Pakistan was created for Islam and Jihad was a pillar of Islam which could not be stopped unless peace and justice was restored. He also warned the Interior Minister that no system other than Islam could be implemented in Pakistan. Ahmad Hamza also added that the outfit would continue its terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir.
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February - 14 
The chief of the Punjab unit of the Tehrik-ul-Mujahideen, Shakilur Rehman Nasir, said in Muzaffarabad, the "government should only ban those so-called Jihadi organisations which were not involved in Jihad but were collecting funds".
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The chief of the Punjab unit of the Tehrik-ul-Mujahideen, Shakilur Rehman Nasir, said in Muzaffarabad, the "government should only ban those so-called Jihadi organisations which were not involved in Jihad but were collecting funds".
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February - 14 
In an attack on a police station, the insurgents set the Samdu police post, near Mayanglung, on fire.
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In an attack on a police station, the insurgents set the Samdu police post, near Mayanglung, on fire.
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February - 14 
In an incident, the Maoists set all documents on fire at the Bahrabise bazaar police station
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In an incident, the Maoists set all documents on fire at the Bahrabise bazaar police station
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February - 14 
A suspected Maoist insurgent was arrested in Makawanpur, near Hetauda.
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A suspected Maoist insurgent was arrested in Makawanpur, near Hetauda.
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February - 14 
According to delayed reports, a flourmill belonging to an activist of the Ruling Nepali Congress was destroyed in a bomb attack by Maoist insurgents in Bardia district, on February 14.
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According to delayed reports, a flourmill belonging to an activist of the Ruling Nepali Congress was destroyed in a bomb attack by Maoist insurgents in Bardia district, on February 14.
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February - 14 
In a third incident, the insurgents set-off an explosion in Malangawa, Sarlahi district, that caused minor damage to the local Land Revenue Office. In a fourth incident, the Keladi police station was brought down in a blast.
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In a third incident, the insurgents set-off an explosion in Malangawa, Sarlahi district, that caused minor damage to the local Land Revenue Office. In a fourth incident, the Keladi police station was brought down in a blast.
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February - 14 
In an attack on the security forces, the Maoists injured a policeman posted at the Madhumalla police station. Reports said some insurgents, too, were injured in clashes with the police there.
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In an attack on the security forces, the Maoists injured a policeman posted at the Madhumalla police station. Reports said some insurgents, too, were injured in clashes with the police there.
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February - 14 
Security forces fired at a group of 25 insurgents and foiled their bid to raid the Sankhuwasava district police headquarters. The insurgents fled into the adjoining Khandbari forest.
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Security forces fired at a group of 25 insurgents and foiled their bid to raid the Sankhuwasava district police headquarters. The insurgents fled into the adjoining Khandbari forest.
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February - 14 
The insurgents chopped off the limbs of a school teacher in Shantipur, near Gulmi and had also destroyed property worth NLR 100,000.
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The insurgents chopped off the limbs of a school teacher in Shantipur, near Gulmi and had also destroyed property worth NLR 100,000.
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February - 14 
On February 14, an activist of the student-wing of the Opposition Bangladesh National Party (BNP) was killed in a bomb blast and many others injured in different hartal-related incidents in the Dhaka, on the second day of the Opposition-sponsored shu
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On February 14, an activist of the student-wing of the Opposition Bangladesh National Party (BNP) was killed in a bomb blast and many others injured in different hartal-related incidents in the Dhaka, on the second day of the Opposition-sponsored shut down programme. With this killing, the death toll in hartal-related incidents rose to five in last two days.
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February - 14 
In a development, the Army said troops recovered, on February 14, the bodies of three LTTE rebels killed earlier in confrontations with troops in Soorangal and Manirasakulam, Trincomalee.
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In a development, the Army said troops recovered, on February 14, the bodies of three LTTE rebels killed earlier in confrontations with troops in Soorangal and Manirasakulam, Trincomalee.
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February - 14 
In an Incident, two soldiers were injured in Arialai I a mine explosion, also on February 14.
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In an Incident, two soldiers were injured in Arialai I a mine explosion, also on February 14.
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February - 14 
Intermittent firing between the rebels and government troops was reported in the Nagarkovil general area on February 14. On the same day, one rebel cadre was killed by troops in Nagarkovil.
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Intermittent firing between the rebels and government troops was reported in the Nagarkovil general area on February 14. On the same day, one rebel cadre was killed by troops in Nagarkovil.
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February - 14 
Pro-Tamil sources, quoting students, meanwhile, said, the signature campaign launched by students of the Vavuniya campus of Jaffna University has come to a halt. The campaign was meant to appeal to the United Kingdom not to proscribe the LTTE in that
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Pro-Tamil sources, quoting students, meanwhile, said, the signature campaign launched by students of the Vavuniya campus of Jaffna University has come to a halt. The campaign was meant to appeal to the United Kingdom not to proscribe the LTTE in that country. The campaign had to be stopped allegedly due to intervention by the Army and Police, who had confiscated papers containing the signatures and had also detained three students.
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February - 14 
The Sri Lankan Army said its troops killed one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel on February 14, in Nagarkovil, Jaffna peninsula. On the same day, the rebels injured a soldier in Ponnar in a grenade attack. Two more were wounded in a mine
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The Sri Lankan Army said its troops killed one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel on February 14, in Nagarkovil, Jaffna peninsula. On the same day, the rebels injured a soldier in Ponnar in a grenade attack. Two more were wounded in a mine explosion in the Arialai general area.
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February - 15 
According to official sources, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has sought an urgent review of the Ramadan cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir, due to end on February 25, and has convened a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on February
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According to official sources, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has sought an urgent review of the Ramadan cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir, due to end on February 25, and has convened a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on February 18. The meeting would arrive at a decision on the status of the cease-fire in the wake of recent massacres in the State.
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February - 15 
According to recent reports, the Peoples’ Liberation Front of Meghalaya (PLF-M), a terrorist outfit operating in the Garo Hills, has decided to target security personnel operating in the area. Vincent A Sangma, chairman of the outfit, issued a ‘decre
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According to recent reports, the Peoples’ Liberation Front of Meghalaya (PLF-M), a terrorist outfit operating in the Garo Hills, has decided to target security personnel operating in the area. Vincent A Sangma, chairman of the outfit, issued a ‘decree’ that would be in force for the next three months. This is being done as a retaliatory step for the February 8-killing of a PLF-M leader at Nagalbibra, South Garo Hills, the PLF-M stated.
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February - 15 
Coinciding with the 36-hour strike called by the Birsa Commando Force (BCF), on February 15, in demand for a separate ‘adivasi land’ two incidents of attack on vehicles were reported. In the first incident, suspected BCF terrorists made an abortive a
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Coinciding with the 36-hour strike called by the Birsa Commando Force (BCF), on February 15, in demand for a separate ‘adivasi land’ two incidents of attack on vehicles were reported. In the first incident, suspected BCF terrorists made an abortive attempt to set ablaze a truck at Nagdalbari in Bongaigaon District. Later, police recovered a dead body from a nearby place. In the second incident, a person was injured as BCF terrorists fired upon an oil tanker at Samthaibari in Bongaigaon District.
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February - 15 
In a controversial security forces’ action five persons were killed when a mob was fired upon at Sopore, Baramulla district on February 15. The army claimed that police fired upon the mob that had gathered to protest against the killing of a former t
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In a controversial security forces’ action five persons were killed when a mob was fired upon at Sopore, Baramulla district on February 15. The army claimed that police fired upon the mob that had gathered to protest against the killing of a former terrorist, alleging that it was a case of custodial death. They added that someone in the mob had first opened fire on the police. Endorsing this version, the Deputy Inspector General of Police, north Kashmir, however, added that a detailed report was still awaited as it was very difficult to reach the spot in view of traffic jam created by demonstrators. The demonstrators numbering about 1,000 had blocked the Sopore-Kupwara road and did not allow security force convoys to pass through. Taking a conflicting stand, Superintendent of Police, Baramulla told a news agency that "an FIR has been lodged at Sopore police station against the Army for opening fire on peaceful demonstrators." The State government has ordered a judicial probe into the incident. According to an official announcement made in Jammu, District and Sessions Judge, Baramulla, will probe the incident.
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February - 15 
In the wake of the ambush of the Warangal collector's vehicle by left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG), on February 12, intelligence agencies have reportedly received information that the group is planning major strikes in t
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In the wake of the ambush of the Warangal collector's vehicle by left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG), on February 12, intelligence agencies have reportedly received information that the group is planning major strikes in the near future. According to police sources, the likely targets include unarmed police personnel, people's representatives and senior police officials working in Naxalite-affected districts. A senior official engaged in anti-Naxalite operations said, on February 15, after the announcement of the formation of People's Guerilla Army (PGA), the Naxalites were in a desperate mood to prove their existence and were planning a major strike on selected targets. Police have tightened the security to the possible targets.
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February - 15 
Maharashtra Police claimed to have arrested three suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists in Yaval tehsil, Jalgaon district, on February 15. Official sources said the trio had made their way into the district from Srinagar.
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Maharashtra Police claimed to have arrested three suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists in Yaval tehsil, Jalgaon district, on February 15. Official sources said the trio had made their way into the district from Srinagar.
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February - 15 
On February 15, police claimed to have destroyed a camp belonging to United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) inside the Upper Dehing reserve forest in Tinsukia district. In the consequent encounter, an unidentified terrorist was killed and a universal
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On February 15, police claimed to have destroyed a camp belonging to United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) inside the Upper Dehing reserve forest in Tinsukia district. In the consequent encounter, an unidentified terrorist was killed and a universal machine gun (UMG) was recovered from his possession.
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February - 15 
The Seventh Meeting of the Indo-Bangladesh Joint Working Group (JWG) began in New Delhi on February 15. The three-day meeting will review the progress in checking border crime, infiltration and security related issues.
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The Seventh Meeting of the Indo-Bangladesh Joint Working Group (JWG) began in New Delhi on February 15. The three-day meeting will review the progress in checking border crime, infiltration and security related issues.
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February - 15 
In an interview to the BBC’s Urdu service programme, the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) chief, Maulana Masood Azhar warned of a confrontation between the military government and jehadi groups if the latest government order against the public c
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In an interview to the BBC’s Urdu service programme, the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) chief, Maulana Masood Azhar warned of a confrontation between the military government and jehadi groups if the latest government order against the public collection of funds for jehad (holy war) was implemented. He also threatened violators with physical elimination. Describing the government order against public collection of funds for jehad as ‘un-Islamic’, he said, ``There was civil war in Algeria and Egypt when their governments tried to put restrictions on jehad. In Pakistan too some foreign powers want a confrontation between the military government and jehadi groups.''
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February - 15 
Muttahida Jihad Council (MJC) (umbrella outfit of 18 terrorist outfits) Chairman Syed Salahuddin said, in Muzaffarabad, on February 15, India has started deploying additional troops at Rajouri and Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir. According to him, "With
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Muttahida Jihad Council (MJC) (umbrella outfit of 18 terrorist outfits) Chairman Syed Salahuddin said, in Muzaffarabad, on February 15, India has started deploying additional troops at Rajouri and Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir. According to him, "With the aim of reinforcing ground forces, fresh troops are being deployed on the hills of Rajouri and Poonch areas, while the Indian Air Force is providng them security cover". He also claimed approximately 20 Indian security force personnel and 12 Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists have been killed in various encounters since India announced a cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir.
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February - 15 
Police in the Gomal area of Dera Ismail Khan arrested Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) general-secretary Abdur Rauf Baloch for his alleged involvement in the killing of five people in Fateh village, on April 26, 1999.
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Police in the Gomal area of Dera Ismail Khan arrested Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) general-secretary Abdur Rauf Baloch for his alleged involvement in the killing of five people in Fateh village, on April 26, 1999.
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February - 15 
The Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) filed a writ petition in the Lahore High Court, on February 15, challenging the proposed curbs on Jehad fund-raising by the terrorist outfits. It has also sought a Lahore High Court direction for the removal of Interior Mini
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The Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) filed a writ petition in the Lahore High Court, on February 15, challenging the proposed curbs on Jehad fund-raising by the terrorist outfits. It has also sought a Lahore High Court direction for the removal of Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider for violating "constitutional provisions". A writ petition moved by the JeI deputy chief Liaqat Baloch said that the Pakistan Constitution guarantees freedom to profess religion and to manage religious institutions by its Article 20. The petition also declares that according to the Constitution, Islam is to be the State religion of Pakistan. The petitioner, citing several other provisions of the Constitution, said that the Quran and Sunnah oblige Muslims to wage Jehad.
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February - 15 
According to official sources, arms and ammunition were also looted by the Maoists from a house in Ithari in East Nepal.
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According to official sources, arms and ammunition were also looted by the Maoists from a house in Ithari in East Nepal.
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February - 15 
In an incident, the Maoists made an abortive bid to capture a police post at Barhabise, also on February 15.
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In an incident, the Maoists made an abortive bid to capture a police post at Barhabise, also on February 15.
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February - 15 
Maoist insurgents at Narayanpur village, Kailali district, killed a woman on February 15.
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Maoist insurgents at Narayanpur village, Kailali district, killed a woman on February 15.
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February - 15 
The insurgents also attacked some homes at a village in the Baglung district in West Nepal and looted some arms and ammunition.
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The insurgents also attacked some homes at a village in the Baglung district in West Nepal and looted some arms and ammunition.
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February - 15 
The Maoists destroyed a large quantity of equipment at the Nepal Electricity Authority office in Baglung in West Nepal, on the same day.
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The Maoists destroyed a large quantity of equipment at the Nepal Electricity Authority office in Baglung in West Nepal, on the same day.
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February - 15 
A BNP activist has filed a case, blaming an Awami League legislator for the killings of four persons on February 13.
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A BNP activist has filed a case, blaming an Awami League legislator for the killings of four persons on February 13.
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February - 15 
For a third consecutive day, on February 15, police and protesters fought pitched battles in Dhaka as another national strike called by the Opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) brought the capital to a virtual halt. Normal life and operaions
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For a third consecutive day, on February 15, police and protesters fought pitched battles in Dhaka as another national strike called by the Opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) brought the capital to a virtual halt. Normal life and operaions at the Chittagong Port, too, were partially hit, A four party Opposition alliance, headed by BNP Chief Begum Khaleda Zia, called the national strike to protest against the killing of three of its activists in shooting incidents.
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February - 15 
In the recent past, at least 20 people have been killed and over 100 injured following a High Court ruling banning certain Islamic fatwas. Opposition Alliance member Islami Oikyo Jote, a radical Islamic group, called an initial strike over the ruling
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In the recent past, at least 20 people have been killed and over 100 injured following a High Court ruling banning certain Islamic fatwas. Opposition Alliance member Islami Oikyo Jote, a radical Islamic group, called an initial strike over the ruling while other Opposition parties campaigning to force Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajed to resign joined in.
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February - 15 
The Dhaka University Teachers Association condemned the act. The Opposition alliance is planning to hold sit-in-strike in front of the Bangladesh Secretariat on February 18.
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The Dhaka University Teachers Association condemned the act. The Opposition alliance is planning to hold sit-in-strike in front of the Bangladesh Secretariat on February 18.
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February - 15 
A woman was injured as she accidentally stepped on a landmine near Eluthumadduval, on February 15.
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A woman was injured as she accidentally stepped on a landmine near Eluthumadduval, on February 15.
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February - 15 
In a development, media reports said on February 15, 2001, that President Chandrika Kumaratunga would soon be visiting India.
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In a development, media reports said on February 15, 2001, that President Chandrika Kumaratunga would soon be visiting India.
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February - 15 
In an development, intelligence source said they had unearthed an LTTE- plot to assassinate Deputy Minister for Rehabilitation Premaratne Sumathipala. The disclosure came in the aftermath of the arrest and interrogation of a rebel cadre arrested earl
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In an development, intelligence source said they had unearthed an LTTE- plot to assassinate Deputy Minister for Rehabilitation Premaratne Sumathipala. The disclosure came in the aftermath of the arrest and interrogation of a rebel cadre arrested earlier in Vavuniya.
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February - 15 
In an incident, also on the same day, one soldier was injured in Ariyali in mortar shelling by the rebels.
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In an incident, also on the same day, one soldier was injured in Ariyali in mortar shelling by the rebels.
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February - 15 
On February 15, President Chandrika Kumaratunga, in an interview to the state-run ‘Independent Television Network’, urged Britain to ban the LTTE. However, she maintained that such a restriction would not affect a Norwegian-backed peace process.
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On February 15, President Chandrika Kumaratunga, in an interview to the state-run ‘Independent Television Network’, urged Britain to ban the LTTE. However, she maintained that such a restriction would not affect a Norwegian-backed peace process.
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February - 15 
The competition between the pro-LTTE and pro-government sections in Sri Lanka to swing the decision of the British government in its own favour took another turn. Pro-Sinhala group, the Sinahala Urumaya has reportedly collected a million signatures f
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The competition between the pro-LTTE and pro-government sections in Sri Lanka to swing the decision of the British government in its own favour took another turn. Pro-Sinhala group, the Sinahala Urumaya has reportedly collected a million signatures for proscribing the LTTE in the UK and is set to submit the same to British authorities. Pro-Tamil sources, too, launched a similar campaign but have alleged that security forces were foiling their attempts to collect signatures.
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February - 15 
The Sri Lankan Army said on February 15 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels injured a soldier in grenade shelling in Ponnar, Jaffna peninsula.
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The Sri Lankan Army said on February 15 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels injured a soldier in grenade shelling in Ponnar, Jaffna peninsula.
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February - 15 
The Sri Lankan Army said troops killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Kattiratan and Nagarkovil general areas, on February 15.
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The Sri Lankan Army said troops killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Kattiratan and Nagarkovil general areas, on February 15.
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February - 16 
In an incident, a civilian, brother of a senior leader of the APHC, was killed by unidentified gunmen at Pattan in Baramulla district.
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In an incident, a civilian, brother of a senior leader of the APHC, was killed by unidentified gunmen at Pattan in Baramulla district.
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February - 16 
In Kathua, four suspected terrorists were arrested and some explosives recovered from their possession.
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In Kathua, four suspected terrorists were arrested and some explosives recovered from their possession.
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February - 16 
A civilian was killed and 30 others, including 27 police personnel, were injured during a protest demonstration at Maisuma, Srinagar on February 16. Police said that three alleged military intelligence personnel were arrested for killing the civilian
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A civilian was killed and 30 others, including 27 police personnel, were injured during a protest demonstration at Maisuma, Srinagar on February 16. Police said that three alleged military intelligence personnel were arrested for killing the civilian on February 16. There was however no comment from the army. Senior All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Javid Ahmad Mir, too, was reportedly injured in security forces’ action against a protest demonstration being led by him in Srinagar on February 16.
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February - 16 
According to delayed reports, on February 16, State Home Minister Tawnluia, in an official release, asked of the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) terrorists to surrender before any repatriation of Bru refugees from the six camps in Tripura began.
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According to delayed reports, on February 16, State Home Minister Tawnluia, in an official release, asked of the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) terrorists to surrender before any repatriation of Bru refugees from the six camps in Tripura began. The Brus had fled Mizoram in late 1997.
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February - 16 
Amidst widespread street protests against the alleged February 14-custodial killing and the subsequent firing on a protest demonstration in Hygam, on February 15, State Chief Minister Farooq Abdulla announced in the Legislative Assembly, on February
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Amidst widespread street protests against the alleged February 14-custodial killing and the subsequent firing on a protest demonstration in Hygam, on February 15, State Chief Minister Farooq Abdulla announced in the Legislative Assembly, on February 16, that a High Court judge would be appointed to probe the two incidents. Earlier, on February 15, the State government had announced that the District and Sessions Judge of Baramulla would probe into the incidents. Several other protest demonstrations against the Hygam incidents were reported from Srinagar and other parts of the State.
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February - 16 
In an incident, in a joint operation, the Jharkhand polce and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from the houses of two activists of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), another left-wing extremist gr
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In an incident, in a joint operation, the Jharkhand polce and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from the houses of two activists of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), another left-wing extremist group, in Alta Kora village, Gumla district. Two MCC cadres managed to escape.
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February - 16 
In Poonch district, three suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in retaliatory fire after they attacked a security force patrol on February 16, at Morha Bachchai.
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In Poonch district, three suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in retaliatory fire after they attacked a security force patrol on February 16, at Morha Bachchai.
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February - 16 
Jharkhand Legislative Assembly Speaker Inder Singh Namdhari urged Chief Minister Babu Lal Marandi, to reward the Palamu police chief Anil Palta and his team along with the District Commissionerfor the successful operations against the MCC in the fore
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Jharkhand Legislative Assembly Speaker Inder Singh Namdhari urged Chief Minister Babu Lal Marandi, to reward the Palamu police chief Anil Palta and his team along with the District Commissionerfor the successful operations against the MCC in the forests of Lebrahi Jawabar on February 12.
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February - 16 
Myanmar Foreign Minister U Wing Aung said, on February 16, Myanmar would cooperate with India in dealing with the insurgency along the international border. He gave the assurance towards the end of Indian External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh’s suc
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Myanmar Foreign Minister U Wing Aung said, on February 16, Myanmar would cooperate with India in dealing with the insurgency along the international border. He gave the assurance towards the end of Indian External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh’s successful visit to Myanmar on February 15.
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February - 16 
On February 16, a civilian was killed and another injured in an explosion, allegedly triggered-off by unidentified terrorists, at Chingmeirong near the Khuman Lampak sports complex in Imphal. According to police sources, the original target of the ex
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On February 16, a civilian was killed and another injured in an explosion, allegedly triggered-off by unidentified terrorists, at Chingmeirong near the Khuman Lampak sports complex in Imphal. According to police sources, the original target of the explosion were security force personnel who normally use the approach road.
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February - 16 
On February 16, a working group, in its recommendation to the Chief Minister E K Mawlong, suggested the introduction of identity cards, within a period of five years, for the people in the state in a bid to check influx of foreigners into the State.
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On February 16, a working group, in its recommendation to the Chief Minister E K Mawlong, suggested the introduction of identity cards, within a period of five years, for the people in the state in a bid to check influx of foreigners into the State. The report stressed on the need for reorganising the Prevention of Infiltration of Foreigners schemes and identification of infiltration-prone areas. The working group was set up in December 1999 to examine the problems of influx of foreign nationals among other matters.
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February - 16 
On February 16, left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) (United States of India) CPI-ML (USI), killed a youth, near Bomboolugadu village, Warangal district, suspecting him to be a police informer.
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On February 16, left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) (United States of India) CPI-ML (USI), killed a youth, near Bomboolugadu village, Warangal district, suspecting him to be a police informer.
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February - 16 
On February 16, two terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in an encounter at Dobagaon in Tinsukia district. According to police sources, acting on a tip off, troops of the Second Mountain Division challenged the terrori
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On February 16, two terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in an encounter at Dobagaon in Tinsukia district. According to police sources, acting on a tip off, troops of the Second Mountain Division challenged the terrorists hiding in a house and in the ensuing shoot out both were killed and the house was destroyed. Two American-made carbines, four magazines, 200 rounds of ammunition and one wireless set were recovered from the terrorists.
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February - 16 
On the political front, senior Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani on February 16 termed the Union government’s unilateral cease-fire announcement as a "mirage". Referring to the recent alleged custodial killings and firing on protestors, he critic
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On the political front, senior Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani on February 16 termed the Union government’s unilateral cease-fire announcement as a "mirage". Referring to the recent alleged custodial killings and firing on protestors, he criticized other leaders of the alliance and said they should learn a lesson if they had expected more from the announcement.
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February - 16 
The Jamatia Hoda, the supreme council of the tribal Jamatia community, received the backing of Buddhist tribals in the State. The latter have extended support to the former's struggle against militancy and forcible conversion to Christianity. Lea
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The Jamatia Hoda, the supreme council of the tribal Jamatia community, received the backing of Buddhist tribals in the State. The latter have extended support to the former's struggle against militancy and forcible conversion to Christianity. Leaders of the Buddha Bhikku Sangha (BBS) urged the Buddhist community in the State comprising Chakma, Mog and Barua tribals, numbering over 50,000, to stand united against the terrorists. Hangshadhawj Dewan, chief advisor of the Sangha, at a press conference, on February 16, said the Sangha was going to hold a three-day conference at Patcherthal in North Tripura district to review the situation in the State.
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February - 16 
A rocket attack was reported near the official quarters of security force personnel at Sui in Quetta, on February 16. However, no loss of life or property was immediately reported. Also, no arrests have been made so far in connection with the inciden
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A rocket attack was reported near the official quarters of security force personnel at Sui in Quetta, on February 16. However, no loss of life or property was immediately reported. Also, no arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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February - 16 
Quoting official sources, a Pakistani daily, The News reported on February 16 that the federal government has directed all provinces to strictly enforce the policy of no arms display and prohibit all terrorist outfits from forcing people to give dona
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Quoting official sources, a Pakistani daily, The News reported on February 16 that the federal government has directed all provinces to strictly enforce the policy of no arms display and prohibit all terrorist outfits from forcing people to give donations for Jehad. These directives were communicated to the provincial governments in the light of the orders of Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf. The report added that the Interior Ministry has also assigned a task to the National Crisis Management Cell (NCMC) to compile data of the terrorist outfits involved in raising funds for Jehad and frame a comprehensive policy on the matter. The Ministry has also asked the NCMC to investigate the source of such funds being received by the various outfits.
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February - 16 
Two persons were killed and another injured when a toy bomb exploded in the Neelum Valley village, Muzaffarabad, on February 16.
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Two persons were killed and another injured when a toy bomb exploded in the Neelum Valley village, Muzaffarabad, on February 16.
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February - 16 
Earlier, on February 16, another British engineer and their Bangladeshi driver were also abducted but were released later.
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Earlier, on February 16, another British engineer and their Bangladeshi driver were also abducted but were released later.
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February - 16 
Police in Dhaka imposed a ban on holding rallies and processions around the Federal Secretariat to prevent the Opposition’s planned sit-in there, on February 18, and to ensure its security.The ban will remain in force from midnight February 17 to mid
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Police in Dhaka imposed a ban on holding rallies and processions around the Federal Secretariat to prevent the Opposition’s planned sit-in there, on February 18, and to ensure its security.The ban will remain in force from midnight February 17 to midnight February 19.
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February - 16 
The European Parliament has expressed concern over the recent rise in political violence and deterioration in law and order in Bangladesh amidst widespread complaints of police brutality. In a resolution, it called upon the government to do its utmos
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The European Parliament has expressed concern over the recent rise in political violence and deterioration in law and order in Bangladesh amidst widespread complaints of police brutality. In a resolution, it called upon the government to do its utmost to safeguard human rights and stop discrimination based on gender, ethnic origin and religion.
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February - 16 
Even as the influential Buddhist clergy joined in the campaign for proscribing the LTTE in the United Kingdom, Tamil groups held a large demonstration in Batticaloa district, on February 16, and urged the United Kingdom not to proscribe the LTTE ther
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Even as the influential Buddhist clergy joined in the campaign for proscribing the LTTE in the United Kingdom, Tamil groups held a large demonstration in Batticaloa district, on February 16, and urged the United Kingdom not to proscribe the LTTE there.
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February - 16 
In a development, the Special Task Force said its personnel had seized a Global Positioning System (GPS) during operations against the LTTE in Pillumalai.
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In a development, the Special Task Force said its personnel had seized a Global Positioning System (GPS) during operations against the LTTE in Pillumalai.
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February - 16 
In a separate development, the deputy chief of the American Embassy in Sri Lanka visited Jaffna on February 16. Also, 14 Sri Lankan diplomats working in various world capitals went to Jaffna to assess the situation there and had met the government Ag
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In a separate development, the deputy chief of the American Embassy in Sri Lanka visited Jaffna on February 16. Also, 14 Sri Lankan diplomats working in various world capitals went to Jaffna to assess the situation there and had met the government Agent in Jaffna.
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February - 16 
In an incident, on the same day, Sri Lankan army claimed to have recovered fourteen anti-tank mines in Avaraikadu area in Jaffna Peninsula.
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In an incident, on the same day, Sri Lankan army claimed to have recovered fourteen anti-tank mines in Avaraikadu area in Jaffna Peninsula.
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February - 16 
On February 16, dead body of a rebel of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was recovered in Kokuvil area along with arms and ammunition.
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On February 16, dead body of a rebel of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was recovered in Kokuvil area along with arms and ammunition.
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February - 16 
On the political front, on February 16, the opposition United National Party (UNP) alleged that the government itself was unclear about its policy towards the LTTE.
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On the political front, on February 16, the opposition United National Party (UNP) alleged that the government itself was unclear about its policy towards the LTTE.
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The Sri Lankan Army said on February 18 that troops killed three LTTE rebels in the Ponnar, Muhamalai and Eluthumadduval general areas, Jaffna Peninsula, on February 17. Also on the same day, LTTE rebels fired mortar shells at troops manning defences
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The Sri Lankan Army said on February 18 that troops killed three LTTE rebels in the Ponnar, Muhamalai and Eluthumadduval general areas, Jaffna Peninsula, on February 17. Also on the same day, LTTE rebels fired mortar shells at troops manning defences in Nagarkovil. The dead body of a civilian, the cause of whose death is yet not known, was recovered from the vicinity of the Kokuvil railway station, on February 16, the Army said.
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February - 17 
In an incident, on the same day, a NDFB accomplice was arrested from Nagara Chara village in Darrang district.
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In an incident, on the same day, a NDFB accomplice was arrested from Nagara Chara village in Darrang district.
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February - 17 
According to official reports, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) is ‘holding captive’ a number of teenagers in remote forest areas of the State as part of a special recruitment drive. The Chief Minister, S.C. Jamir, was
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According to official reports, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) is ‘holding captive’ a number of teenagers in remote forest areas of the State as part of a special recruitment drive. The Chief Minister, S.C. Jamir, was reported to have stated that the security force personnel rescued twenty-two youngsters from the Phek district in eastern Nagaland while they were being taken to a secret ‘combat training hideout’.
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February - 17 
According to official sources, three left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI-ML), Janashakti faction, were killed in an encounter in Ramlakshpeta forest area, Karimnagar district on February 17.
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According to official sources, three left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI-ML), Janashakti faction, were killed in an encounter in Ramlakshpeta forest area, Karimnagar district on February 17.
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February - 17 
According to official sources, two civilians were injured in an encounter between the Village Defence Committee (VDC) members and unidentified terrorists after the latter attacked the house of a Special Police Officer (SPO) in Doda district on Februa
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According to official sources, two civilians were injured in an encounter between the Village Defence Committee (VDC) members and unidentified terrorists after the latter attacked the house of a Special Police Officer (SPO) in Doda district on February 17.
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February - 17 
Earlier, on February 17, a nine mm revolver with ammunition was recovered during a search operation from Chepti village in Kamrup district.
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Earlier, on February 17, a nine mm revolver with ammunition was recovered during a search operation from Chepti village in Kamrup district.
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February - 17 
Earlier, on February 17, unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir blasted a power transmission tower at Sher Bibi in Doda district and disrupted power supply in the Kashmir Valley. This is the third time in a week that terrorists have targeted tr
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Earlier, on February 17, unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir blasted a power transmission tower at Sher Bibi in Doda district and disrupted power supply in the Kashmir Valley. This is the third time in a week that terrorists have targeted transmission towers in Doda district.
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February - 17 
In a firing incident, two civilians were injured during a demonstration in downtown Srinagar to protest against the killing of seven people in shooting incidents in the Valley in the past two days.
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In a firing incident, two civilians were injured during a demonstration in downtown Srinagar to protest against the killing of seven people in shooting incidents in the Valley in the past two days.
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February - 17 
In an incident, body a Special Police officer (SPO), abducted earlier by terrorists, was found in the Latpora area of Pulwama district on the same day.
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In an incident, body a Special Police officer (SPO), abducted earlier by terrorists, was found in the Latpora area of Pulwama district on the same day.
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February - 17 
In an incident, one person was killed by terrorists belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) at village Gurmul in the Kastigarh area of Doda district. The terrorists, however, managed to escape from the village.
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In an incident, one person was killed by terrorists belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) at village Gurmul in the Kastigarh area of Doda district. The terrorists, however, managed to escape from the village.
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February - 17 
In the State of Jharkhand, police engaged the Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in two separate encounters. The first encounter took place under the Ichak police station, Hazaribagh district where the MCC naxals attacked a police patrol
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In the State of Jharkhand, police engaged the Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in two separate encounters. The first encounter took place under the Ichak police station, Hazaribagh district where the MCC naxals attacked a police patrol party. Another encounter took place at Sonda village near Hussainabad. However, no casualty was reported in both the encounters.
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February - 17 
On February 17, the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) suffered another split on ethnic lines. Nayanbasi Jamatia, a sector commander of the NLFT deserted the outfit with 12 followers, all belonging to the Jamatia community. The group may sur
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On February 17, the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) suffered another split on ethnic lines. Nayanbasi Jamatia, a sector commander of the NLFT deserted the outfit with 12 followers, all belonging to the Jamatia community. The group may surrender formally to Assam Rifles next week. The split reportedly occurred in the wake of sharp differences among the top hierarchy of the outfit over ‘killing, kidnapping and extortion of innocent people of the State’. The first clash of opinion came up when the Tripuri leadership of the NLFT attacked a Reang organisation, Bru National Liberation Front in the year 2000 and killed many Bru cadres. Nayanbasi Jamatia also sought the intervention of Amnesty International to save the lives of his family members who are being held captive by the NLFT as a reprisal action. He further alleged that the family members of the head of the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) were also under the captivity of the NLFT.
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February - 17 
On February 17, Union Home Ministry officials of India and Bangladesh concluded a meeting on ways to counter terrorism. During the talks, the Indian delegation expressed concern over terrorists operating from Bangladesh and stressed that Bangladesh s
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On February 17, Union Home Ministry officials of India and Bangladesh concluded a meeting on ways to counter terrorism. During the talks, the Indian delegation expressed concern over terrorists operating from Bangladesh and stressed that Bangladesh should take ‘firm and demonstrable action’ to counter militancy. The Bangladesh side, in response said it had forbidden use of its soil by ‘undesirable elements’ engaged in activities, which are prejudicial to the interests of other countries, including India.
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February - 17 
On the same day, five unidentified terrorists, involved in illicit liquor trade, were arrested in Sonitpur district.
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On the same day, five unidentified terrorists, involved in illicit liquor trade, were arrested in Sonitpur district.
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February - 17 
One civilian was injured as three unidentified terrorists attacked the house of a Power Development Department (PDD) employee at village Panangarh in Rajouri. The terrorists managed to escape from the site of the incident.
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One civilian was injured as three unidentified terrorists attacked the house of a Power Development Department (PDD) employee at village Panangarh in Rajouri. The terrorists managed to escape from the site of the incident.
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February - 17 
One terrorist belonging to the Al-Badr outfit was killed by security force personnel in an encounter at the Panar forest in Bandipora area of Baramulla district in north Kashmir on February 17.
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One terrorist belonging to the Al-Badr outfit was killed by security force personnel in an encounter at the Panar forest in Bandipora area of Baramulla district in north Kashmir on February 17.
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February - 17 
The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Farooq Abdullah, on February 17, in Jammu favoured the extension of cease-fire but added that the internal situation in the state has to be taken into consideration while taking a decision on it.
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The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Farooq Abdullah, on February 17, in Jammu favoured the extension of cease-fire but added that the internal situation in the state has to be taken into consideration while taking a decision on it.
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February - 17 
The Prime Minister addressing media personnel in Mumbai on February 17 said that the decision on the cease-fire was right. However, he also added "militancy and cease-fire cannot go hand in hand. Militancy must stop and this has not happened."
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The Prime Minister addressing media personnel in Mumbai on February 17 said that the decision on the cease-fire was right. However, he also added "militancy and cease-fire cannot go hand in hand. Militancy must stop and this has not happened."
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February - 17 
Unidentified terrorists killed two persons, whom they suspected to be informers of security forces, in their villages in Kupwara and Badgam districts. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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Unidentified terrorists killed two persons, whom they suspected to be informers of security forces, in their villages in Kupwara and Badgam districts. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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February - 17 
Harkat-ul-Mujahideen Secretary General Fazlur Rehman Khan, in an interview to the Voice of Germany (VOG), on February 17 termed the Pakistani Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider’s statement regarding the ban of Jehad fund raising as a "naked violation
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Harkat-ul-Mujahideen Secretary General Fazlur Rehman Khan, in an interview to the Voice of Germany (VOG), on February 17 termed the Pakistani Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider’s statement regarding the ban of Jehad fund raising as a "naked violation of what the Almighty Allah has ordained". According to him, "Moinuddin Haider should seek apology from Almighty Allah and the people. The sentence may be awarded to him by the Islamic courts in Pakistan. There exist Islamic laws and a government is also in power in Pakistan which can enforce the Islamic laws."
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February - 17 
In an incident, a dead body was recovered from Saeedabad. Further details were not available.
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In an incident, a dead body was recovered from Saeedabad. Further details were not available.
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February - 17 
On February 17, Syed Salahuddin, leader of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) threatened to target families of Indian troops in retaliation for the deaths of civilians. He was reported to have said that, "We may take the unpleasant step of targeting the fa
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On February 17, Syed Salahuddin, leader of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) threatened to target families of Indian troops in retaliation for the deaths of civilians. He was reported to have said that, "We may take the unpleasant step of targeting the families of Indian troopers if they do not stop killing civilians in our homeland".
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February - 17 
On February 17, two activists of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), arrested earlier, on October 9, 2000, in Gulistan-i-Jauhar, were sentenced to death by an ant-terrorism court for anti national activities. The court, however, exonerated five other
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On February 17, two activists of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), arrested earlier, on October 9, 2000, in Gulistan-i-Jauhar, were sentenced to death by an ant-terrorism court for anti national activities. The court, however, exonerated five other accused due to lack of proof.
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February - 17 
On February 17, two people, including a security in charge of a Madrassah, were killed by unidentified terrorists in district west of Karachi.
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On February 17, two people, including a security in charge of a Madrassah, were killed by unidentified terrorists in district west of Karachi.
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February - 17 
On the same day, Altaf Hussain Shah, a Tehrik-i-Jafria leader had a narrow escape while his bodyguard died in an attack by some unidentified assailants in Shortkot.
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On the same day, Altaf Hussain Shah, a Tehrik-i-Jafria leader had a narrow escape while his bodyguard died in an attack by some unidentified assailants in Shortkot.
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February - 17 
The MQM leader, Altaf Hussain was reported to have stated, on February 17, that parties, who had joined the ARD (Alliance for Restoration of Democracy) to campaign for the restoration of democracy in the country should target their campaign against t
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The MQM leader, Altaf Hussain was reported to have stated, on February 17, that parties, who had joined the ARD (Alliance for Restoration of Democracy) to campaign for the restoration of democracy in the country should target their campaign against the heads of certain forces, responsible for over throwing successive democratically elected governments in the past.
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February - 17 
Various terrorist outfits in Pakistan are scheduled to call on Chief Executive General Pervez Musharraf to apprise him of the situation regarding the recently announced ban on Jehad fund raising. This was stated by Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) Amir Hafi
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Various terrorist outfits in Pakistan are scheduled to call on Chief Executive General Pervez Musharraf to apprise him of the situation regarding the recently announced ban on Jehad fund raising. This was stated by Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) Amir Hafiz Mohammad Saeed while addressing media personnel in Noorshah, on February 17. He alleged that the move was meant to appease the United States of America. He also said that the United States wants to impose its solution on the Kashmir issue by brining India and Pakistan to the negotiating table. He added that the leaders of the terrorist outfits would apprise Gen. Musharraf that any action against terrorist organizations at the behest of the American lobby would lead to anarchy in the country.
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February - 17 
India submitted to Bangladesh a detailed list of camps being run by the insurgent outfits of northeastern India, including the ULFA, in that country. At a meeting of the Indo-Bangladesh joint working group, which concluded on February 17, in New Delh
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India submitted to Bangladesh a detailed list of camps being run by the insurgent outfits of northeastern India, including the ULFA, in that country. At a meeting of the Indo-Bangladesh joint working group, which concluded on February 17, in New Delhi, it also asked Bangladesh for firm and demonstrable action against the terrorists.
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February - 17 
On February 17, three, including one British and two Danish engineers, were abducted by armed miscreants and believed to have been taken into forests in the hill district of Rangamati.
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On February 17, three, including one British and two Danish engineers, were abducted by armed miscreants and believed to have been taken into forests in the hill district of Rangamati.
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February - 17 
On February 17, Union Home Ministry officials of India and Bangladesh concluded a meeting on ways to counter terrorism. During the talks, the Indian delegation expressed concern over terrorists operating from Bangladesh and stressed that Bangladesh s
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On February 17, Union Home Ministry officials of India and Bangladesh concluded a meeting on ways to counter terrorism. During the talks, the Indian delegation expressed concern over terrorists operating from Bangladesh and stressed that Bangladesh should take ‘firm and demonstrable action’ to counter militancy. The Bangladesh side, in response said it had forbidden use of its soil by ‘undesirable elements’ engaged in activities, which are prejudicial to the interests of other countries, including India.
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February - 17 
A female suicide cadre of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) swallowed a cyanide capsule and ended her life after security forces arrested her on February 17, in Vavuniya.
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A female suicide cadre of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) swallowed a cyanide capsule and ended her life after security forces arrested her on February 17, in Vavuniya.
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February - 18 
A former National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) commander, Nayanbasi Jamatiya disclosed that NLFT cadres had killed four activists of the Rashtriya Swayam Sewak Sangh (RSS), a right-wing organisation. On February 18, the former commander, who fl
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A former National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) commander, Nayanbasi Jamatiya disclosed that NLFT cadres had killed four activists of the Rashtriya Swayam Sewak Sangh (RSS), a right-wing organisation. On February 18, the former commander, who fled from the outfit’s Chittagong camp, Bangladesh, along with 30 others earlier this month, said the executions were carried out on the orders of the NLFT top leadership. He, however, did not specify the time and place of the killing.
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February - 18 
A news report said Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) President Suryamani Reang and his deputy escaped from the Chittagong Hill Tracts in Bangladesh where the rival National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) allegedly kept them hostage since July
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A news report said Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) President Suryamani Reang and his deputy escaped from the Chittagong Hill Tracts in Bangladesh where the rival National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) allegedly kept them hostage since July 9, 2000. The date of the escape is not known. After their escape, the two reached Khantlang on the Tripura -Bangladesh border and surrendered before the security forces along with two others On July 9, 2000, the NLFT had allegedly attacked a BNLF camp inside Bangladesh and killed ten of its cadres. While returning, they had taken about 15 BNLF men, including its President and the second-in-command, captive.
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February - 18 
According to official sources, on February 18, in an operation following a tip off one terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) was killed and another arrested near the Sankosh river in Kokrajhar district. However, others in the
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According to official sources, on February 18, in an operation following a tip off one terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) was killed and another arrested near the Sankosh river in Kokrajhar district. However, others in the group managed to escape. Two rifles with ammunition and a crude bomb were recovered from the dead.
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February - 18 
Earlier, on February 18, a civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists at Narkote in Udhampur district.
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Earlier, on February 18, a civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists at Narkote in Udhampur district.
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February - 18 
In an incident, in Jharkhand, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), set afire a rural telephone exchange and looted telephone sets and a maintenance panel at Pandu, Daltonganj.
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In an incident, in Jharkhand, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), set afire a rural telephone exchange and looted telephone sets and a maintenance panel at Pandu, Daltonganj.
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February - 18 
In an incident, in Kishtwar, Doda district, security forces rescued four youth, who were being forcibly taken across the border to Pakistan for arms training. Their abductors managed to escape. In the same district, security forces arrested a governm
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In an incident, in Kishtwar, Doda district, security forces rescued four youth, who were being forcibly taken across the border to Pakistan for arms training. Their abductors managed to escape. In the same district, security forces arrested a government teacher from Chambalwas for working as an over ground activist of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HUJI) terrorist outfit. Some incriminating documents were recovered from his possession.
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February - 18 
In an incident, on the same day, eight people, including a child, were injured during a search operation for terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in unspecified villages in Sibasagar district. Villagers alleged that a group of pol
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In an incident, on the same day, eight people, including a child, were injured during a search operation for terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in unspecified villages in Sibasagar district. Villagers alleged that a group of police personnel and surrendered ULFA (SULFA) activists assaulted a number of people during the search operation.
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February - 18 
In J&K, four suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), probably the perpetrators of the February 10-Kot Chadwal massacre of 15 civilians, were killed in the area on February 18. 10 more terrorists, believed to be the co-perpetrato
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In J&K, four suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), probably the perpetrators of the February 10-Kot Chadwal massacre of 15 civilians, were killed in the area on February 18. 10 more terrorists, believed to be the co-perpetrators of the massacre, are reportedly trapped in the ongoing encounter. In another encounter at Sheeri in Doda district, one security force personnel was killed. In a third encounter, in Srinagar, one foreign mercenary was killed in an encounter with security forces at Narbal.
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February - 18 
On February 18, an activist of the Andhra Pradesh Civil Liberties Committee (APCLC), Mohammad Azam Ali, was killed in Nalgonda by some unidentified assailants. Though the killers were not yet identified, civil rights activists said they suspected tha
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On February 18, an activist of the Andhra Pradesh Civil Liberties Committee (APCLC), Mohammad Azam Ali, was killed in Nalgonda by some unidentified assailants. Though the killers were not yet identified, civil rights activists said they suspected that the murder was the handiwork of some surrendered left-wing extremists, Naxalites.
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February - 18 
On February 18, Manipur Chief Minister Radhabinod Koijam said his Cabinet would examine the feasibility of giving "safe passage" to the underground terrorists during the Yaoshang, the biggest festival in Manipur, so as to enable them to participate i
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On February 18, Manipur Chief Minister Radhabinod Koijam said his Cabinet would examine the feasibility of giving "safe passage" to the underground terrorists during the Yaoshang, the biggest festival in Manipur, so as to enable them to participate in the festivities. Yaoshang festival will start from March 9 and will continue for five days. Manipur Police is likely to be instructed not to arrest or use arms against them.
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February - 18 
On February 18, police claimed to have seized 2.250 kg of brown sugar from two youth in the capital Bhopal. In the international market the value of the seized brown sugar is estimated to be Rs 2.25 crore.
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On February 18, police claimed to have seized 2.250 kg of brown sugar from two youth in the capital Bhopal. In the international market the value of the seized brown sugar is estimated to be Rs 2.25 crore.
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February - 18 
On February 18, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee emphasised that cooperation among the navies of the world was essential to curb drug trafficking and gun-running, which he described as handmaidens of international terrorism. He was speaking at the
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On February 18, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee emphasised that cooperation among the navies of the world was essential to curb drug trafficking and gun-running, which he described as handmaidens of international terrorism. He was speaking at the International Fleet Review participated by sailors of 19 different navies in the western Indian city of Mumbai.
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February - 18 
On February 18, the Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) decided to postpone the indefinite bandh to protest the attack on its leader Subash Ghising. This decision was taken following the discharge of Subash Ghising from the nursing home. The inde
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On February 18, the Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) decided to postpone the indefinite bandh to protest the attack on its leader Subash Ghising. This decision was taken following the discharge of Subash Ghising from the nursing home. The indefinite bandh had paralysed normal life in the area and had cut-off links with neighbouring State Sikkim since February 11,
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February - 18 
On February 18, two woodcutters were killed by suspected terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) in the Rupasi forest area in Dhubri district. According to reports, a group of 10 woodcutters of Rupasi Lalkuragaon village were a
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On February 18, two woodcutters were killed by suspected terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) in the Rupasi forest area in Dhubri district. According to reports, a group of 10 woodcutters of Rupasi Lalkuragaon village were attacked by a gang of an estimated 10 armed NDFB terrorists. While two were killed on the spot, others managed to escape. A massive combing operation has been launched to nab the terrorists.
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February - 18 
On the evening of February 18, an Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) has been gunned down by unidentified terrorists in Manipur's border town of Moreh. The ADC of Chandel district, Moirangthem Chaoba Singh, who was also in-charge of Moreh sub-d
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On the evening of February 18, an Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) has been gunned down by unidentified terrorists in Manipur's border town of Moreh. The ADC of Chandel district, Moirangthem Chaoba Singh, who was also in-charge of Moreh sub-division, was shot at from point blank range by two gunmen when he slowed his vehicle at Moreh Bazar, about 120-kms south-east of the capital Imphal. A combing operation has been launched and security measures have been taken to prevent the terrorists from crossing over to nearby Myanmar.
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February - 18 
Protests continued in Kashmir against the February 15 and 16-firing incidents. 10 people were injured as mobs clashed with police. Senior leaders of the All-Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) were arrested after they announced plans to proceed to Haiga
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Protests continued in Kashmir against the February 15 and 16-firing incidents. 10 people were injured as mobs clashed with police. Senior leaders of the All-Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) were arrested after they announced plans to proceed to Haigam to lead the protest. The arrested leaders include Mohammed Yaseen Malik and Shabir Shah. Hurriyat chairman Abdul Ghani Bhat and another senior leader, Syed Ali Shah Geelani are already under house arrest.
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Six Pakistani mercenaries were killed on February 19 in an on-going encounter at Kot Chadwal area of Rajouri district. As reported earlier, four Pakistani mercenaries were killed in the area on February 18. All these slain mercenaries, members of the
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Six Pakistani mercenaries were killed on February 19 in an on-going encounter at Kot Chadwal area of Rajouri district. As reported earlier, four Pakistani mercenaries were killed in the area on February 18. All these slain mercenaries, members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HUJI), are suspected to have perpetrated the massacre of 15 civilians in the area on February 10. The leader of the group, Kasif Bhat alias ‘Bhat Saheb", a resident of Lahore, was among those killed on February 19. Security forces reported that five more mercenaries were suspected to be hiding in the area and are continuing search operations.
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February - 18 
The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) affairs which was scheduled to meet on February 18 to decide on whether to extend or terminate the on-going, unilateral Ramadan cease-fire being observed by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir was cancelled. T
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The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) affairs which was scheduled to meet on February 18 to decide on whether to extend or terminate the on-going, unilateral Ramadan cease-fire being observed by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir was cancelled. The cease-fire is presently scheduled to end on February 26.
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February - 18 
The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) headed by Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, is scheduled to meet today, February 18, to consider the proposal of extending the cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir beyond February 26. A Unified Command Meeting, c
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The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) headed by Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, is scheduled to meet today, February 18, to consider the proposal of extending the cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir beyond February 26. A Unified Command Meeting, chaired by the Defence Minister, George Fernandes and the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Farooq Abdullah, was held earlier this week in Srinagar to take stock of the situation. As reported earlier, the cease-fire was first announced for the month of Ramazan from November 28 and then extended by a month till January 26. Encouraged by the response and the relative peace on the borders, the cease-fire was further extended till February 26.
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February - 18 
The General Officer Commanding, 15th Corps, Lt Gen J R Mukherjee, told newsmen in Srinagar on February 18 that army troops were involved in the firings at Haigam in Baramulla district on February 15 and Maisuma in Srinagar on February 16. He said tha
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The General Officer Commanding, 15th Corps, Lt Gen J R Mukherjee, told newsmen in Srinagar on February 18 that army troops were involved in the firings at Haigam in Baramulla district on February 15 and Maisuma in Srinagar on February 16. He said that while initial reports suggested that troops had resorted to firing in self-defense after being attacked by protesting mobs, the army would hold an internal inquiry and action would be taken if any personnel were found guilty. He also regretted the initial stand of the army holding the police responsible for the firing. A judicial enquiry has already been ordered by the State government into the incidents. Commenting on the on-going unilateral cease-fire, he said 78 terrorists were killed in 133 encounters during the cease-fire period. 85 per cent of these encounters were engineered by terrorists, Lt Gen Mukherjee said. He also said 19 civilians, including surrendered militants, were killed and 403 wounded during the period.
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February - 18 
Al-Badr chief Bakht Zamin, demanded in Islamabad, on February 18, the resignation of Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider and urged General Musharraf to take notice of his statements. He claimed that the number of donations for Jehad has increased foll
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Al-Badr chief Bakht Zamin, demanded in Islamabad, on February 18, the resignation of Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider and urged General Musharraf to take notice of his statements. He claimed that the number of donations for Jehad has increased following the statement of the Minister and this reaction should serve as an eye opener to him. He said that "they were not in favour of free display of arms but warned that ban on donations was not acceptable".
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February - 18 
Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider, in an interview to an Urdu daily Nawa-i-Waqt, on February 18, said the military government was not against terrorist outfits "carrying out a Jehad in Jammu and Kashmir, but is against the creation of a phobia in th
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Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider, in an interview to an Urdu daily Nawa-i-Waqt, on February 18, said the military government was not against terrorist outfits "carrying out a Jehad in Jammu and Kashmir, but is against the creation of a phobia in the name of Islamic fundamentalism. He also added, "there should be a difference between Jehad and terrorism as was earlier stated by Chief Executive General Pervez Musharraf".
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February - 18 
Jamaat Ulema-e-Pakistan Chief Maulana Shah Ahmed Noorani, at a press conference on February 18, in Rawalpindi, said the government could not impose a ban on the collection of Jehad funds. While saying that it can only audit such collections, he added
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Jamaat Ulema-e-Pakistan Chief Maulana Shah Ahmed Noorani, at a press conference on February 18, in Rawalpindi, said the government could not impose a ban on the collection of Jehad funds. While saying that it can only audit such collections, he added, "Religious organisations all over the world collect funds in different heads while the Muslims collect these funds in the name of Jehad".
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February - 18 
Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) Amir Hafiz Mohammad Saeed, addressing a training camp in Jhang, on February 18, said the cease-fire announcement in Jammu and Kashmir and its extension was "a total fraud". He also criticized the Interior Minister for issuing st
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Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) Amir Hafiz Mohammad Saeed, addressing a training camp in Jhang, on February 18, said the cease-fire announcement in Jammu and Kashmir and its extension was "a total fraud". He also criticized the Interior Minister for issuing statements against terrorist outfits and said that he cannot stop them from collecting Jehad donations.
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February - 18 
Muttahida Jehad Council (MJC), an umbrella outfit of the terrorist outfits, Chairman and the ‘Supreme Commander’ of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM),Syed Salahuddin, in an interview to Pakistan News Service, on February 18, said terrorist outfits would attac
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Muttahida Jehad Council (MJC), an umbrella outfit of the terrorist outfits, Chairman and the ‘Supreme Commander’ of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM),Syed Salahuddin, in an interview to Pakistan News Service, on February 18, said terrorist outfits would attack Indian military and other important installations "if it does not abandon its policy of inflicting atrocities on innocent Kashmiris".
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February - 18 
The provincial President of Tehreek-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP), Allama Hasan Turabi, addressing a press conference in Hyderabad, Sindh, on February 18 has urged the Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider to implement his decision about the recovery of arms
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The provincial President of Tehreek-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP), Allama Hasan Turabi, addressing a press conference in Hyderabad, Sindh, on February 18 has urged the Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider to implement his decision about the recovery of arms and ammunition from the sectarian groups, who were openly displaying weapons in the name of Jehad. He claimed that the Interior Ministry order was not being implemented.
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February - 18 
Three persons, including a Shia leader, were killed by unidentified terrorists on February 18 at Model Town in Faisalabad. No arrests have been made so far in connection with this incident.
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Three persons, including a Shia leader, were killed by unidentified terrorists on February 18 at Model Town in Faisalabad. No arrests have been made so far in connection with this incident.
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February - 18 
According to delayed reports, a Maoist insurgent was killed and three others of a group were injured in an encounter at a village in Dailekh in West Nepal, on February 18. The other Maoists managed to escape from the site of the encounter. Some arms
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According to delayed reports, a Maoist insurgent was killed and three others of a group were injured in an encounter at a village in Dailekh in West Nepal, on February 18. The other Maoists managed to escape from the site of the encounter. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the site.
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February - 18 
One police personnel and a Maoist insurgent were killed and five others injured when the insurgents attacked a police patrol party at Lamidanda in Dolkha district, on February 18.
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One police personnel and a Maoist insurgent were killed and five others injured when the insurgents attacked a police patrol party at Lamidanda in Dolkha district, on February 18.
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February - 18 
On February 18, Anup Chetia, former general secretary of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), was sentenced to three years in jail for illegal possession of foreign currencies by a special tribunal in Dhaka. He was arrested in December 1997 an
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On February 18, Anup Chetia, former general secretary of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), was sentenced to three years in jail for illegal possession of foreign currencies by a special tribunal in Dhaka. He was arrested in December 1997 and has been in jail since October 1998. Two of his associates, however, were acquitted of the charges.
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February - 18 
On February 18, the sit-in demonstration of the Opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led four-party alliance near the federal Secretariat ended peacefully with Opposition activists and members of the law enforcing agencies keeping their dist
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On February 18, the sit-in demonstration of the Opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led four-party alliance near the federal Secretariat ended peacefully with Opposition activists and members of the law enforcing agencies keeping their distance avoiding a collision course. The police put up barricades and kept the demonstrators outside the area where Section 144 was imposed banning rallies and processions. The four-party Opposition alliance had called the street protest to press for the resignation of the nearly five-year old government of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
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February - 18 
A separate development, the Inter Religious Alliance for National Unity (IRAFNU) said LTTE leaders had assured its delegation at a meeting in Madhu, on February 18 that they would lay down arms and would live within a united Sri Lanka if conditions w
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A separate development, the Inter Religious Alliance for National Unity (IRAFNU) said LTTE leaders had assured its delegation at a meeting in Madhu, on February 18 that they would lay down arms and would live within a united Sri Lanka if conditions were created for the Tamils to live in dignity and freedom in any part of Sri Lanka.
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February - 18 
Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, alleged that security forces, on February 18, took into custody four students of Jaffna University who were collecting signatures for an ongoing campaign to persuade Britain not to proscribe the LTTE there.
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Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, alleged that security forces, on February 18, took into custody four students of Jaffna University who were collecting signatures for an ongoing campaign to persuade Britain not to proscribe the LTTE there.
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February - 18 
The Sri Lankan Army said troops killed two LTTE rebels, on February 18, in Vepotukerni, Kilaly general area, Jaffna peninsula. Also on the same day, three more rebels were killed in Kattiratan in confrontations reported there. Two more rebels were sh
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The Sri Lankan Army said troops killed two LTTE rebels, on February 18, in Vepotukerni, Kilaly general area, Jaffna peninsula. Also on the same day, three more rebels were killed in Kattiratan in confrontations reported there. Two more rebels were shot dead in Ponnarby troops manning defences, also on February 18.
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February - 19 
According to media reports, on February 19, the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), a terrorist outfit, issued a threat to eliminate enumerators participating in the ongoing census 2001. Publicity Secretary M Diengdoh warned that unless t
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According to media reports, on February 19, the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), a terrorist outfit, issued a threat to eliminate enumerators participating in the ongoing census 2001. Publicity Secretary M Diengdoh warned that unless the Union government came out with a clear policy to solve the long-standing political problem of the State, the Census operation sponsored by the "Colonial forces" should be termed as an illegal activity.
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February - 19 
According to official sources, a surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) man was killed and two others injured in an attack by ULFA terrorists in the Ghograpara area of Nalbari district, on February 19.
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According to official sources, a surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) man was killed and two others injured in an attack by ULFA terrorists in the Ghograpara area of Nalbari district, on February 19.
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February - 19 
Addressing a joint sitting of both Houses of the Indian Parliament on the opening day of the Budget session, on February 19, President K R Narayanan criticized Pakistan for continuing cross-border terrorism and aiding and abetting the killing of inno
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Addressing a joint sitting of both Houses of the Indian Parliament on the opening day of the Budget session, on February 19, President K R Narayanan criticized Pakistan for continuing cross-border terrorism and aiding and abetting the killing of innocent people in Jammu and Kashmir. He added, Islamabad's protestations about its eagerness to resume talks with India would not carry conviction so long as it continued to support terrorists active in the State. He said, should Pakistan create an atmosphere conductive for meaningful talks, India would be more than ready to resume the dialogue process. The President also observed that militancy in the State is "now increasingly confined to foreign mercenary groups" which had widened the scope for democratic activity in the State. He noted that people in the State participated enthusiastically in the recent local body elections. He reiterated the Government's readiness to have talks with every group in Jammu and Kashmir that abjures violence.
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February - 19 
An activist of the ruling National Conference was killed by unidentified terrorists at Sadal Magam on the night of February 19. In Baramulla district, a counter-insurgent was killed by unidentified terrorists at Chakla.
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An activist of the ruling National Conference was killed by unidentified terrorists at Sadal Magam on the night of February 19. In Baramulla district, a counter-insurgent was killed by unidentified terrorists at Chakla.
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February - 19 
Eight terrorists, suspected to be members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Al Badar and Al Jehad, were killed and their hide-out destroyed during an encounter which began in the evening on February 19 and continued into the next in the Sowa forests of P
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Eight terrorists, suspected to be members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Al Badar and Al Jehad, were killed and their hide-out destroyed during an encounter which began in the evening on February 19 and continued into the next in the Sowa forests of Poonch district. One security force personnel was killed and another injured during the encounter. Security forces suspect that some terrorists may have escaped and were searching for them.
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February - 19 
In an incident, a security force personnel was killed and five others injured in a rocket grenade attack by unidentified terrorists on a camp at Bemina in Srinagar.
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In an incident, a security force personnel was killed and five others injured in a rocket grenade attack by unidentified terrorists on a camp at Bemina in Srinagar.
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February - 19 
In Bijbehara, Anantnag district, four civilians where injured when a grenade lobbed by unidentified terrorists on a security force convoy missed the target and exploded on the road. A Lashkar terrorist was arrested from Saderkote in Baramulla distric
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In Bijbehara, Anantnag district, four civilians where injured when a grenade lobbed by unidentified terrorists on a security force convoy missed the target and exploded on the road. A Lashkar terrorist was arrested from Saderkote in Baramulla district and some explosives and documents were recovered from his possession.
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February - 19 
In other incidents, unidentified terrorists killed a policeman at Pattan in Baramulla district and a former terrorists at Turkapora-Dragmullah in Kupwara district.
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In other incidents, unidentified terrorists killed a policeman at Pattan in Baramulla district and a former terrorists at Turkapora-Dragmullah in Kupwara district.
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February - 19 
On February 19, unidentified terrorists abducted the father of a former State Minister from his house in the Lamshang area. A massive combing operation has been launched by the security forces to rescue him.
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On February 19, unidentified terrorists abducted the father of a former State Minister from his house in the Lamshang area. A massive combing operation has been launched by the security forces to rescue him.
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February - 19 
On the night of February 19, following a confessional statement of an arrested militant, security forces recovered skeletons of four Oil Natural Gas Corporation workers from a jungle in Talarjala, West Tripura. The workers were kidnapped by the milit
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On the night of February 19, following a confessional statement of an arrested militant, security forces recovered skeletons of four Oil Natural Gas Corporation workers from a jungle in Talarjala, West Tripura. The workers were kidnapped by the militants in the year 2000.
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February - 19 
On the same day, an ULFA terrorist, involved in various extortion cases, was killed in an encounter near Geetanagar in Guwahati. Acting on a tip-off, a group of policemen raided a house in the area. In the consequent exchange of fire, one terrorist w
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On the same day, an ULFA terrorist, involved in various extortion cases, was killed in an encounter near Geetanagar in Guwahati. Acting on a tip-off, a group of policemen raided a house in the area. In the consequent exchange of fire, one terrorist was killed while two others managed to escape. Police claimed to have recovered one .32 pistol, a Chinese grenade and some documents from his possession.
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February - 19 
Sporadic incidents of violence were reported on February 19 from Srinagar during protests against the February 16 Maisuma firing incident. 10 persons were injured and 35 arrested when protestors clashed with police at several places in the State capi
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Sporadic incidents of violence were reported on February 19 from Srinagar during protests against the February 16 Maisuma firing incident. 10 persons were injured and 35 arrested when protestors clashed with police at several places in the State capital.
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February - 19 
Three security force personnel were killed and two others including a detenu was injured in an ambush by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir on a convoy at Amargarh in Baramulla district on February 19. The Jaish-e-Mohammad claimed responsib
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Three security force personnel were killed and two others including a detenu was injured in an ambush by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir on a convoy at Amargarh in Baramulla district on February 19. The Jaish-e-Mohammad claimed responsibility for the attack.
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February - 19 
A spokesperson of the Lashkar, Abdullah Muntazir, said in Karachi, on February 19, some elements in the Pakistani bureaucracy were conspiring to weaken the terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir. According to him "Following the failure in their at
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A spokesperson of the Lashkar, Abdullah Muntazir, said in Karachi, on February 19, some elements in the Pakistani bureaucracy were conspiring to weaken the terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir. According to him "Following the failure in their attempt to damage the Kashmir cause on the pretext of the so-called truce and peace talks, the international conspirators have now adopted a new strategy of waging confrontation between Pakistan government and the Jehadi organizations to damage the latter's network".
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February - 19 
According to official sources, the authorities in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) on February 19 have asked four lesser known terrorist outfits, not part of the 18-member Muttahida Jehad Council, an umbrella group of terrorist outfits, to close their
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According to official sources, the authorities in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) on February 19 have asked four lesser known terrorist outfits, not part of the 18-member Muttahida Jehad Council, an umbrella group of terrorist outfits, to close their offices in Muzaffarabad. This was stated by Zahoor Ahmad Butt, chief of the Mujahideen Jammu and Kashmir, one of the outfits who have been asked to comply with the order. The other terrorist groups who have been asked to do so are the Karwan-i-Khalid, Zarb-i-Momin and Zarb-i-Islami. According to Zahoor Ahmad Butt, "I cannot understand the motives behind this order but I am not going to accept it".
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February - 19 
According to official sources, unidentified terrorists fired a rocket at the Sui gas field, Quetta, on February 19. However, no casualties have been reported from the iste of the attack.
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According to official sources, unidentified terrorists fired a rocket at the Sui gas field, Quetta, on February 19. However, no casualties have been reported from the iste of the attack.
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February - 19 
An Interior Ministry spokesperson in a statement released on February 19 from Islamabad stated the government has begun a probe into the funding mechanism of various terrorist outfits. According to the statement, "the government would like to verify
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An Interior Ministry spokesperson in a statement released on February 19 from Islamabad stated the government has begun a probe into the funding mechanism of various terrorist outfits. According to the statement, "the government would like to verify the credentials of such organizations and keep account of their income and expenditure, so that no vested interest could exploit the name of Jehad and refugees to fulfil its own nefarious designs." The spokesman admitted that donation boxes had been placed in shopping centres, everywhere in the country, but no one knew the details of the funds collected. The spokesman also maintained that there had been a mushroom growth of dubious outfits, including some sectarian militant groups in the country, who were "busy cashing on the sacrifices of Mujahideen in Kashmir without their funds being audited".
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February - 19 
The President of the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Party, Sardar Khalid Ibrahim, said in Plundri on February 19 that the Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider’s order against the terrorist groups was "somewhat correct".
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The President of the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Party, Sardar Khalid Ibrahim, said in Plundri on February 19 that the Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider’s order against the terrorist groups was "somewhat correct".
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February - 19 
One person was killed and six others injured by Maoist insurgents, on February 19, in three villages in Kailali district. According to eyewitness accounts, the Maoists also looted some arms and ammunition.
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One person was killed and six others injured by Maoist insurgents, on February 19, in three villages in Kailali district. According to eyewitness accounts, the Maoists also looted some arms and ammunition.
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February - 19 
On February 19, Dhaka police arrested two armed terrorists belonging to the notorious ‘Seven Star Group’ at airport square while they was fleeing in a car. They fired shots at the policemen in a bid to escape. However, one accomplice managed to escap
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On February 19, Dhaka police arrested two armed terrorists belonging to the notorious ‘Seven Star Group’ at airport square while they was fleeing in a car. They fired shots at the policemen in a bid to escape. However, one accomplice managed to escape. The police recovered a pistol with three magzine and 143 bullets in the incident. The arrested persons were wanted in a number of criminal cases and one of them is an accused in the killing of a gang-leader in February 2001.
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February - 19 
The fate of three abducted foreigners allegedly abduct by a tribal armed group who are demanding TK nine crore as ransom remained uncertain. A manhunt for the hostages continued in the deep forest of Naniarchar under Rangamati hill district. Two D
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The fate of three abducted foreigners allegedly abduct by a tribal armed group who are demanding TK nine crore as ransom remained uncertain. A manhunt for the hostages continued in the deep forest of Naniarchar under Rangamati hill district. Two Danish citizens and a British national were abducted by some tribal youth on the afternoon of February 16. Officials in Dhaka said the abductors, suspected to be from a tribal militant group who wants more autonomy for the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT). However, none has so far claimed responsibility for the abduction.
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February - 19 
Another rebel cadre was killed and an unspecified number injured in confrontations reported in Muhamalai, also on the same day. Yet another rebel was shot dead by troops manning defences in the Ponnar and Kilaly general areas.
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Another rebel cadre was killed and an unspecified number injured in confrontations reported in Muhamalai, also on the same day. Yet another rebel was shot dead by troops manning defences in the Ponnar and Kilaly general areas.
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February - 19 
In an incident, a delayed report stated, troops launched a heavy attack and damaged the hideout of a LTTE rebel in Pappamodai, 5km northeast of Thiruketheeswaram, Mannar.
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In an incident, a delayed report stated, troops launched a heavy attack and damaged the hideout of a LTTE rebel in Pappamodai, 5km northeast of Thiruketheeswaram, Mannar.
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February - 19 
In Mannar, two LTTE rebels were either wounded or killed as the Army attacked an LTTE bunker in Nedunkandal, on February 19.
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In Mannar, two LTTE rebels were either wounded or killed as the Army attacked an LTTE bunker in Nedunkandal, on February 19.
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February - 19 
The eagerly awaited British Anti-Terrorism Act came into force on February 19, but Britain has not immediately proscribed the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) there. Both the government and the LTTE had intensely lobbied over the past few week
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The eagerly awaited British Anti-Terrorism Act came into force on February 19, but Britain has not immediately proscribed the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) there. Both the government and the LTTE had intensely lobbied over the past few weeks with British authorities for and against the proscription respectively.
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February - 19 
The government said the purported attack on the vehicle of LTTE theoretician Balasingham in London could well have been a ploy by the LTTE to discredit Sinhalese residing in London.
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The government said the purported attack on the vehicle of LTTE theoretician Balasingham in London could well have been a ploy by the LTTE to discredit Sinhalese residing in London.
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February - 19 
The Sri Lankan Army said troops in Ponnar, Jaffna peninsula, had engaged, on February 19, a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels moving along their defences. Five rebels might have been killed in firing by troops.
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The Sri Lankan Army said troops in Ponnar, Jaffna peninsula, had engaged, on February 19, a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels moving along their defences. Five rebels might have been killed in firing by troops.
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February - 19 
Two more rebels were killed in Ariyakondonkulam, 6km southwest of Ranabapura, Weli Oya.
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Two more rebels were killed in Ariyakondonkulam, 6km southwest of Ranabapura, Weli Oya.
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February - 20 
In another grenade attack on a security force convoy at Bijbehara, six civilians were injured when the grenade missed the target and exploded on the roadside.
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In another grenade attack on a security force convoy at Bijbehara, six civilians were injured when the grenade missed the target and exploded on the roadside.
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February - 20 
A youth was killed and four others injured when an improvised explosive device they were handling exploded at Lalpora in Kupwara district.
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A youth was killed and four others injured when an improvised explosive device they were handling exploded at Lalpora in Kupwara district.
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February - 20 
According to newspaper reports, the Intelligence Bureau (IB) recently sent letters to the district police chiefs in Bihar on the activities of Islamic terrorist outfits having connections with Osama Bin Laden along the Indo-Nepal border. The letter a
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According to newspaper reports, the Intelligence Bureau (IB) recently sent letters to the district police chiefs in Bihar on the activities of Islamic terrorist outfits having connections with Osama Bin Laden along the Indo-Nepal border. The letter alerted against the move of such terrorist groups to recruit youths for "jehad" in Kashmir.
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February - 20 
According to official sources, two left-wing extremists, Naxalites, believed to be the military platoon members of the People’s War Group (PWG), were killed in an encounter near Papaiag Guttalu, on the border of Warangal-Karimnagar districts, on Febr
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According to official sources, two left-wing extremists, Naxalites, believed to be the military platoon members of the People’s War Group (PWG), were killed in an encounter near Papaiag Guttalu, on the border of Warangal-Karimnagar districts, on February 20. Two 303 rifles, two SBBL guns, a Claymore mine, a grenade and 15 kit bags were recovered from them.
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February - 20 
According to the annual report of the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB), which was released on February 20, armed groups are involved in smuggling drugs through India and weapons and explosives throughout the South Asian region. The report
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According to the annual report of the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB), which was released on February 20, armed groups are involved in smuggling drugs through India and weapons and explosives throughout the South Asian region. The report says that heroin seizures in South Asia show that Afghanistan and Myanmar are major sources and that the substance is destined for the illicit markets in Bangladesh, India and Sri Lanka. Some consignments of heroin are making their way from the border of Myanmar into the Northeastern States of India, in particular through Moreh, Champai and Mokokchung.
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February - 20 
Barring some minor incidents of stone throwing, there were no reports of protests in the State over the February 15 and 16 firing incidents in Haigam and Maisuma. Five senior leaders of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC), who were placed under
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Barring some minor incidents of stone throwing, there were no reports of protests in the State over the February 15 and 16 firing incidents in Haigam and Maisuma. Five senior leaders of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC), who were placed under preventive house arrest since February 18, were released on February 20. All of them immediately visited Haigam where five civilians were killed in firing by security forces.
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February - 20 
Earlier, on February 20, security force personnel recovered 15 kg of RDX from the Pouni area in Udhampur district after a tip off by the local people. The terrorists however, managed to escape.
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Earlier, on February 20, security force personnel recovered 15 kg of RDX from the Pouni area in Udhampur district after a tip off by the local people. The terrorists however, managed to escape.
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February - 20 
In a development, APHC chairman Abdul Ghani Bhat, in an interview to Radio Teheran on February 20, said the unilateral cease-fire offer by India has proved a futile exercise as it has produced no results. According to him, "no positive results could
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In a development, APHC chairman Abdul Ghani Bhat, in an interview to Radio Teheran on February 20, said the unilateral cease-fire offer by India has proved a futile exercise as it has produced no results. According to him, "no positive results could be achieved through such offers without holding talks for the solution of Kashmir problem".
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February - 20 
In Jharkhand, police in co-ordination with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) busted yet another underground bunker of another left-extremist group, the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in Balumath block, Palamu district. This was the fourth bunker
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In Jharkhand, police in co-ordination with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) busted yet another underground bunker of another left-extremist group, the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in Balumath block, Palamu district. This was the fourth bunker in one week to be busted by the police in the Naxalite-affected area
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February - 20 
On February 20, four terrorists of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) were gunned down at Naorem in Bishnupur district in an encounter with a combined force of 8 Assam Rifles and police commandos.
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On February 20, four terrorists of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) were gunned down at Naorem in Bishnupur district in an encounter with a combined force of 8 Assam Rifles and police commandos.
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February - 20 
On February 20, police arrested eight United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF) activists from Ambassa area where they were participating in a religious conference organized by the Ananda Marg. A country-made gun and several sets of olive green dresses
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On February 20, police arrested eight United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF) activists from Ambassa area where they were participating in a religious conference organized by the Ananda Marg. A country-made gun and several sets of olive green dresses were recovered from the house of one of the arrested persons. Police said all of them were involved with the UBLF and were absconding.
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February - 20 
On February 20, police claimed to have arrested seven activists of Muslim extremist outfit Al Umma, in the southern Indian city of Coimbatore on charges of attacking a suspected police informer. According to official sources, the arrested persons had
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On February 20, police claimed to have arrested seven activists of Muslim extremist outfit Al Umma, in the southern Indian city of Coimbatore on charges of attacking a suspected police informer. According to official sources, the arrested persons had planned to intimidate police informants because their actions were directly responsible for effective action against Al Umma sympathisers.
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February - 20 
On the evening of February 20, Opposition Congress MLA Madhusudan Saha was shot dead by unidentified terrorists near his residence in Agartala, Tripura. The terrorists opened fire at Saha from close range. Security arrangements have been beefed up in
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On the evening of February 20, Opposition Congress MLA Madhusudan Saha was shot dead by unidentified terrorists near his residence in Agartala, Tripura. The terrorists opened fire at Saha from close range. Security arrangements have been beefed up in the capital city Agartala after the killing.
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February - 20 
On the political front, UG Brahma, leader of the All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU), reportedly described the Bodo Accord a ‘non-issue or a dead accord’ as ‘it has totally failed to fulfil the hopes and aspirations of common Bodo people". Speaking to pr
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On the political front, UG Brahma, leader of the All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU), reportedly described the Bodo Accord a ‘non-issue or a dead accord’ as ‘it has totally failed to fulfil the hopes and aspirations of common Bodo people". Speaking to press persons on the occasion of the ninth anniversary of the Bodo Accord, Brahma added, the ultimate goal of the ABSU was a separate State and under no circumstances would it compromise on it. The Bodo Accord was signed on February 20, 1993 between representatives of the ABSU and the Union Government following a six-year movement. The outcome of the Accord was the Bodoland Autonomous Council (BAC).
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February - 20 
Police in Jorhat, on February 20, arrested an ULFA imposter in an extortion charge.
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Police in Jorhat, on February 20, arrested an ULFA imposter in an extortion charge.
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February - 20 
Search continued for a four-member ULFA ‘action group’ led by Pabitra Gogoi alias Kabit Baruah, which, reportedly, had entered the Sibsagar district.
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Search continued for a four-member ULFA ‘action group’ led by Pabitra Gogoi alias Kabit Baruah, which, reportedly, had entered the Sibsagar district.
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February - 20 
Terrorists belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) set ablaze three sheds of the Forest Department at Gulyar village in Doda district, also on February 20.
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Terrorists belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) set ablaze three sheds of the Forest Department at Gulyar village in Doda district, also on February 20.
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February - 20 
The Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) member in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly, Shanta Chhetri, on February 20, said her party was of the view that a section of the administration could be involved in the attack on Darjeeling Gorkha Hill
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The Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) member in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly, Shanta Chhetri, on February 20, said her party was of the view that a section of the administration could be involved in the attack on Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council (DGHC) chairman Subhas Ghising on February 10. She demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the incident. She also reiterated Ghising's demand for a separate combat force for Darjeeling hill areas and said the district's police department should be brought under the Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council.
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February - 20 
The new Manipur Chief Minister, Radhabinod Koijam, in a recent interview to a television channel, favoured the declaration of a ‘unilateral cease fire’ with all insurgent groups operating in the State, ‘even if the groups did not respond to his appea
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The new Manipur Chief Minister, Radhabinod Koijam, in a recent interview to a television channel, favoured the declaration of a ‘unilateral cease fire’ with all insurgent groups operating in the State, ‘even if the groups did not respond to his appeal or to that of the Union govrernment.
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February - 20 
Two security force personnel were injured when terrorists lobbed grenades at pickets in Narwara and Nawa Kadal in Srinagar.
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Two security force personnel were injured when terrorists lobbed grenades at pickets in Narwara and Nawa Kadal in Srinagar.
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February - 20 
Kunwar Khalid Younus, a leader of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement- Altaf Hussain (MQM-A), was acquitted on February 20 in two cases by separate additional district and sessions courts in Karachi. He was arrested in September 1999 for anti-state activiti
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Kunwar Khalid Younus, a leader of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement- Altaf Hussain (MQM-A), was acquitted on February 20 in two cases by separate additional district and sessions courts in Karachi. He was arrested in September 1999 for anti-state activities. According to official sources, he has so far been acquitted in 46 of the 93 cases registered against him. Afzal Anwer, another MQM-A leader, was also acquitted alongwith him. Meanwhile, MQM-A chief Altaf Hussain has been declared as an absconder in the same case.
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February - 20 
Official sources in Muzaffarabad, on February 20, confirmed that four terrorist outfits have been asked to close their offices. These sources said that the closure order was only for administrative reasons and not to curtail their terrorist activitie
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Official sources in Muzaffarabad, on February 20, confirmed that four terrorist outfits have been asked to close their offices. These sources said that the closure order was only for administrative reasons and not to curtail their terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir. As reported earlier, four terrorist outfits, the Mujahideen Jammu and Kashmir, the Karwan-i-Khalid, Zarb-i-Momin and Zarb-i-Islami, were not registered with the Muttahida Jihad Council (MJC), an umbrella organisation of the various terrorist outfits headquartered in Muzaffarabad. Sources added that these outfits have been asked to merge with any of the 18 MJC members.
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February - 20 
The Lahore High Court directed the Interior Ministry on February 20 to submit a report on a writ petition filed by Jamaat-e-Islami Deputy Chief Liaquat Baloch challenging curbs on terrorist outfits. Justice Karamat Nazir Bhandari, who heard the p
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The Lahore High Court directed the Interior Ministry on February 20 to submit a report on a writ petition filed by Jamaat-e-Islami Deputy Chief Liaquat Baloch challenging curbs on terrorist outfits. Justice Karamat Nazir Bhandari, who heard the petition, however, declined to pass an interim order to suspend the operation of the restrictions on Jehad fund raising by the terrorist groups. The Judge also observed that since there was no law or notification prohibiting the collection of donations, the terrorist outfits were free to make collections. The petitioner has contented that according to Article 20 of the Constitution of Pakistan, anyone was free to pass their lives according to their religion. He also added that the concept of Jehad was "deep-rooted in Islam and those propagating it could not be banned".
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February - 20 
The tribal abductors of three foreign nationals have sent replies to the letters sent by the local leaders and have agreed to hold talks with the authorities concerned provided the army was withdrawn. A senior official today reiterated that no ra
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The tribal abductors of three foreign nationals have sent replies to the letters sent by the local leaders and have agreed to hold talks with the authorities concerned provided the army was withdrawn. A senior official today reiterated that no ransom would be paid, as had been demanded, but the government might consider not to charge the abductors under the tough Public Safety Act (PSA). No group has so far claimed responsibility for the abduction but officials suspect that a group led by former Pahari Chhatra Parishad (PCP) leader Proshit Khisha is behind the abduction. Seven abductions occurred in Bandarban district after the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) Peace Accord was signed showing that the terrorists are gaining in strength there.
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February - 20 
A Sri Lankan Navy patrol fired at and destroyed a vessel in the waters of Mullaithivu, suspecting it belonged to the Sea Tigers, the naval wing of the LTTE. Two persons on board the vessel jumped and swam away. More details are yet not known.
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A Sri Lankan Navy patrol fired at and destroyed a vessel in the waters of Mullaithivu, suspecting it belonged to the Sea Tigers, the naval wing of the LTTE. Two persons on board the vessel jumped and swam away. More details are yet not known.
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February - 20 
Clashes between troops and the LTTE rebels were reported on February 20, and in the areas east of Ariyali and in Kilaly, a day earlier during night. There were, however, no casualties in these incidents.
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Clashes between troops and the LTTE rebels were reported on February 20, and in the areas east of Ariyali and in Kilaly, a day earlier during night. There were, however, no casualties in these incidents.
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February - 20 
In the Kilaly area, the rebels injured four government troops in a grenade attack. In another incident, troops manning defences in Nagarkovil killed one LTTE cadre on February 20.
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In the Kilaly area, the rebels injured four government troops in a grenade attack. In another incident, troops manning defences in Nagarkovil killed one LTTE cadre on February 20.
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February - 20 
On the political front, the Sinhala Urumaya said on February 20 it would ask the government to snap diplomatic ties with Britain if the latter did not proscribe the LTTE. In a related development, the Mahajana Eksath Peramuna (MEP), a member of the R
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On the political front, the Sinhala Urumaya said on February 20 it would ask the government to snap diplomatic ties with Britain if the latter did not proscribe the LTTE. In a related development, the Mahajana Eksath Peramuna (MEP), a member of the Ruling People’s Alliance called upon the UK and other European countries to ban the LTTE in their respective countries. In another development, LTTE chief negotiator Anton Balasingham and Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim met in London on February 20. Though the details of the deliberations are not know, they had reportedly discussed the likely impact of proscription by the UK of the LTTE on the peace process. Also, whether the LTTE would or not extend the ongoing cease-fire came up for discussion.
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February - 20 
The LTTE, alleged that government commandos laid an ambush on a vehicle carrying top-LTTE leaders, who were on their way back after attending an inter-religious meeting in Madhu, in the LTTE-controlled Vanni. The LTTE leaders, however, escaped unhurt
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The LTTE, alleged that government commandos laid an ambush on a vehicle carrying top-LTTE leaders, who were on their way back after attending an inter-religious meeting in Madhu, in the LTTE-controlled Vanni. The LTTE leaders, however, escaped unhurt.
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February - 20 
Two LTTE rebels were shot dead in the Nedunkandal area in an attack on their bunker by troops on February 20. A soldier, too, was injured in the incident.
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Two LTTE rebels were shot dead in the Nedunkandal area in an attack on their bunker by troops on February 20. A soldier, too, was injured in the incident.
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February - 21 
A district secretary of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in the forest area of Peddapally under Puttaparthi mandal. Some weapons were recovered from the scene of the encounters.
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A district secretary of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in the forest area of Peddapally under Puttaparthi mandal. Some weapons were recovered from the scene of the encounters.
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February - 21 
According to intelligence sources, the LeT and the Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM) have threatened to kill those leaders of the All-Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) who were "working against the liberation struggle" in Kashmir by way of supporting India’s "
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According to intelligence sources, the LeT and the Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM) have threatened to kill those leaders of the All-Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) who were "working against the liberation struggle" in Kashmir by way of supporting India’s "mischievous plan, called cease-fire". Latest radio intercepts at three unspecified places in Jammu and Kashmir have revealed their plans.
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February - 21 
According to official sources, three left-wing extremists, Naxalites, were killed in separate encounters on February 21. In the first incident, two Naxalites of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) [CPI-ML] (Janashakti) were killed on the
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According to official sources, three left-wing extremists, Naxalites, were killed in separate encounters on February 21. In the first incident, two Naxalites of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) [CPI-ML] (Janashakti) were killed on the borders of Nizamabad, Medak and Karimnagar districts.
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February - 21 
Earlier, on February 21, four terrorists were arrested by troops of the Red Horns Division operating in Nagaon district in two different incidents. In the first, a terrorist of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was arrested from Jorabat vill
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Earlier, on February 21, four terrorists were arrested by troops of the Red Horns Division operating in Nagaon district in two different incidents. In the first, a terrorist of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was arrested from Jorabat village. Two Chinese hand grenades were recovered from him. In the second, three Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) terrorists were arrested from Buragaon village. Two .303 rifles with ammunition were recovered from them.
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February - 21 
Earlier, on February 21, the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) released nine railway workers whom it had abducted earlier on January 7, somewhere near Dhamchara in Dhalai district.
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Earlier, on February 21, the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) released nine railway workers whom it had abducted earlier on January 7, somewhere near Dhamchara in Dhalai district.
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February - 21 
On February 21, following an all party meeting, the Union government extended the cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir for the third consecutive time. Home Minister L K Advani, briefing media personnel, after the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Securi
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On February 21, following an all party meeting, the Union government extended the cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir for the third consecutive time. Home Minister L K Advani, briefing media personnel, after the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), stated that the Prime Minister is scheduled to make a statement in the Parliament today, February 22, on the extension.
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February - 21 
On February 21, Garhwa district police chief claimed that police had achieved significant success during January and February against left-wing extremists, Naxalites. He said the strategy of ‘Long Range Patrolling’ (LRP) resulted in the arrest of 20
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On February 21, Garhwa district police chief claimed that police had achieved significant success during January and February against left-wing extremists, Naxalites. He said the strategy of ‘Long Range Patrolling’ (LRP) resulted in the arrest of 20 hardcore Naxalites during this period. Police had also seized several arms and ammunition during the ongoing LRP drive.
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February - 21 
On February 21, Jumma Khan, of Pakistani origin and a ‘local commander’ of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed in an encounter and his ‘bodyguard’ injured at Behrot Gali in the Gambhir area of Manjakote. In the encounter that took place consequent t
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On February 21, Jumma Khan, of Pakistani origin and a ‘local commander’ of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed in an encounter and his ‘bodyguard’ injured at Behrot Gali in the Gambhir area of Manjakote. In the encounter that took place consequent to the ambush of a security force patrol by a group of terrorists in the same area, a security force personnel was injured. The injured terrorist, however, managed to escape. Some arms, ammunition and incriminating documents were recovered from the site of the encounter.
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February - 21 
On February 21, two police personnel and a civilian were killed and two others injured in an attack by suspected terrorists of the United Peoples Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) on a police patrol party near Lahorijan in Karbi Anglong district. The terr
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On February 21, two police personnel and a civilian were killed and two others injured in an attack by suspected terrorists of the United Peoples Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) on a police patrol party near Lahorijan in Karbi Anglong district. The terrorists also managed to flee with two rifles and several rounds of ammunition. A massive combing operation has been launched to nab the terrorists involved in the incident.
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February - 21 
On the political front, senior APHC leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani stated, on February 21, that the people of Jammu and Kashmir will "accept nothing short of azadi". He also demanded a total withdrawal of security forces from the State as ‘people were
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On the political front, senior APHC leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani stated, on February 21, that the people of Jammu and Kashmir will "accept nothing short of azadi". He also demanded a total withdrawal of security forces from the State as ‘people were being killed in fake encounters by them’.
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February - 21 
On the same day, a Special Police Officer (SPO) was injured in a grenade attack by unidentified terrorists on a police post at Chogal in Kupwara district.
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On the same day, a Special Police Officer (SPO) was injured in a grenade attack by unidentified terrorists on a police post at Chogal in Kupwara district.
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February - 21 
On the same day, Kokrajhar district All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU) leader Amar Singh survived a grenade attack by suspected terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) near Gourabhasa.
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On the same day, Kokrajhar district All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU) leader Amar Singh survived a grenade attack by suspected terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) near Gourabhasa.
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February - 21 
Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee has convened a meeting of all major political parties on February 21 to brief them on the situation in Jammu and Kashmir. This meeting is to precede the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) that is li
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Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee has convened a meeting of all major political parties on February 21 to brief them on the situation in Jammu and Kashmir. This meeting is to precede the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) that is likely to take a decision on the future of the on-going cease-fire currently valid until February 26.
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February - 21 
The Border Security Force (BSF) claimed to have killed two Pakistani intruders near Roopnagar village, Fazilka subdivision, on February 21.
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The Border Security Force (BSF) claimed to have killed two Pakistani intruders near Roopnagar village, Fazilka subdivision, on February 21.
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February - 21 
A (HuM) spokesman in a telephonic interview to Reuters said despite India's decision of cease-fire extension, it has not made any headway to conduct tripartite talks among itself, Pakistan and the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) to solve the K
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A (HuM) spokesman in a telephonic interview to Reuters said despite India's decision of cease-fire extension, it has not made any headway to conduct tripartite talks among itself, Pakistan and the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) to solve the Kashmir issue. He added that, "This is a mere fraud to deceive the world".
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February - 21 
A spokesman of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Abu Usma, in an interview to a Pakistani daily Dawn from Muzaffarabad, said, "(India) could not befool the mujahideen and the people of occupied Kashmir as well as the international community by repeatedly ma
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A spokesman of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Abu Usma, in an interview to a Pakistani daily Dawn from Muzaffarabad, said, "(India) could not befool the mujahideen and the people of occupied Kashmir as well as the international community by repeatedly making such false claims". According to another Lashkar statement, released by Yahya Mujahid to the media personnel on the same day, "We (the LeT) firmly believe that India announced the so-called cease-fire only to mislead the world community". Both the statements also added that the Lashkar would continue its terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir.
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February - 21 
Terrorist outfits based in Pakistan have on February 21 rejected the third extension of cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir by India. A statement released by a spokesperson of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), Amiruddin Mughal from Muzaffarabad said, "
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Terrorist outfits based in Pakistan have on February 21 rejected the third extension of cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir by India. A statement released by a spokesperson of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), Amiruddin Mughal from Muzaffarabad said, "This extension is nothing but farce, deception and fraud. There is no shift in our stand regarding the so-called cease-fire. We rejected it yesterday and we reject it today as well". According to him, the cease-fire extension was an attempt by the Indian troops to regroup in Jammu and Kashmir. He also claimed that India did not enforce the cease-fire practically.
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February - 21 
The Chief of the Tehrik-e-Istiqlal Air Marshal (Retd) Asghar Khan, in an interview to Radio Teheran, on February 21, said terrorist outfits have no major role in Kashmir as "the Kashmiris themselves are waging war in the occupied valley". While suppo
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The Chief of the Tehrik-e-Istiqlal Air Marshal (Retd) Asghar Khan, in an interview to Radio Teheran, on February 21, said terrorist outfits have no major role in Kashmir as "the Kashmiris themselves are waging war in the occupied valley". While supporting the recent Interior Ministry’s order curbing the activities of the terrorist groups, he said if the government wanted, it could control these outfits.
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February - 21 
The Provincial Amir of Jamaat-e-Ulema-e-Islam, Maulana Mohammad Abdullah and Secretary General Maulana Rashid Ahmed Ludhyanvi, addressing press personnel in Checha Watni, on February 21, have said that the Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider was creat
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The Provincial Amir of Jamaat-e-Ulema-e-Islam, Maulana Mohammad Abdullah and Secretary General Maulana Rashid Ahmed Ludhyanvi, addressing press personnel in Checha Watni, on February 21, have said that the Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider was creating problems for the Chief Executive General Pervez Musharraf through "his irresponsible statements about Jehadi groups".
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February - 21 
A Sri Lankan Army news release said the Navy has destroyed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) logistics vessels approximately 30 nautical miles north east of Point Pedro, in the wee hours on February 21. Two fast patrol boats, too, were dama
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A Sri Lankan Army news release said the Navy has destroyed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) logistics vessels approximately 30 nautical miles north east of Point Pedro, in the wee hours on February 21. Two fast patrol boats, too, were damaged in the attack. The new release also said the cargo on board the LTTE logistics craft exploded and maintained that at least 10 LTTE cadres were killed in the incident.
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February - 21 
In the Wanni, alert troops detected and defused a Claymore mine on board a public transport bus that left Murunkan for Vavuniya.
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In the Wanni, alert troops detected and defused a Claymore mine on board a public transport bus that left Murunkan for Vavuniya.
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February - 21 
The Sri Lankan Army said one soldier was wounded on February 21 in LTTE mortar shelling in the Ponnar general area and another in a mine blast.
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The Sri Lankan Army said one soldier was wounded on February 21 in LTTE mortar shelling in the Ponnar general area and another in a mine blast.
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The Sri Lankan Army said troops killed three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Kilaly general area, on February 21 and 22.
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The Sri Lankan Army said troops killed three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Kilaly general area, on February 21 and 22.
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February - 21 
Three LTTE rebels were wounded in ambush laid by personnel of the Special Task Force on February 21 in Ampara district.
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Three LTTE rebels were wounded in ambush laid by personnel of the Special Task Force on February 21 in Ampara district.
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February - 22 
A jawan of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) was killed in a blast at Aarpinchla (Khari) village in Banihal area, Doda district.
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A jawan of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) was killed in a blast at Aarpinchla (Khari) village in Banihal area, Doda district.
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February - 22 
At Duroo-Anantnag, terrorists attacked security force personnel killing three intelligence officials and injuring four civilians.
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At Duroo-Anantnag, terrorists attacked security force personnel killing three intelligence officials and injuring four civilians.
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February - 22 
At Pattan, terrorists attacked a Border security Force (BSF) patrol party and injured two jawans. The Hizb owned responsibility of the attack.
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At Pattan, terrorists attacked a Border security Force (BSF) patrol party and injured two jawans. The Hizb owned responsibility of the attack.
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February - 22 
At Sashiru, Udhampur, troops repulsed a terrorist attack on an Indian Reserve Police (IRP) party. Terrorists also set ablaze six houses in Gool, Udhampur district.
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At Sashiru, Udhampur, troops repulsed a terrorist attack on an Indian Reserve Police (IRP) party. Terrorists also set ablaze six houses in Gool, Udhampur district.
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February - 22 
In Baramulla, unidentified terrorists killed the driver of the Deputy Superintendent of Police.
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In Baramulla, unidentified terrorists killed the driver of the Deputy Superintendent of Police.
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February - 22 
In Thanamandi, Rajouri district, an area commander of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) was killed in an encounter. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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In Thanamandi, Rajouri district, an area commander of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) was killed in an encounter. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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February - 22 
On February 22, 17 terrorists of the Tripura National Security Force (TNSF), led by Kironjoy Reang surrendered in Agartala.
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On February 22, 17 terrorists of the Tripura National Security Force (TNSF), led by Kironjoy Reang surrendered in Agartala.
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February - 22 
On February 22, a terrorist of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) was arrested during a routine check of vehicles at Bokajan in Karbi Anglong district. Eight kg of RDX, 50 electric detonators and two communication devices were recovered from his poss
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On February 22, a terrorist of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) was arrested during a routine check of vehicles at Bokajan in Karbi Anglong district. Eight kg of RDX, 50 electric detonators and two communication devices were recovered from his possession. According to police sources, the terrorist, a resident of the Senapati district in Manipur, was returning from a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) camp at Naimong, Arunachal Pradesh.
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February - 22 
On February 22, five suspected terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed at Selsella in Garo Hills district. Security forces, acting on a tip off, raided an ULFA hideout and in the consequent exchange of fire five terrorist
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On February 22, five suspected terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed at Selsella in Garo Hills district. Security forces, acting on a tip off, raided an ULFA hideout and in the consequent exchange of fire five terrorists and two security force personnel were killed. Four other terrorists were arrested. Security forces also recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition from the hideout.
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February - 22 
On February 22, Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in a statement in Lok Sabha, Lower House of India’s Parliament, announced the extension of the cease-fire, scheduled to expire on February 26, in Jammu and Kashmir, for a third time, till the end of
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On February 22, Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in a statement in Lok Sabha, Lower House of India’s Parliament, announced the extension of the cease-fire, scheduled to expire on February 26, in Jammu and Kashmir, for a third time, till the end of May 2001. Reiterating his government’s readiness to initiate talks with various groups to find a lasting solution to the problem in the State, Vajpayee said, "The Government has decided to pursue this path (of readiness to have talks with every group in the State that abjures violence) by initiating talks with various groups in Jammu and Kashmir''. The Prime Minister also asserted, "We will not let this (peace) process be derailed, diluted or misused''. Warning the Jehadi groups, he said, "If you inflict injury on any Indian citizen in the State of Jammu and Kashmir, or elsewhere, or commit any act of violence or terrorism then the security forces have clear instructions to act decisively and to defeat such intentions.'' However, the extension of the cease-fire evoked a lukewarm response from various political groups in Jammu and Kashmir. The All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) and Panun Kashmir described it as a futile exercise. APHC Chairman Abdul Gani Bhat said, ’’We have made it clear time and again that mere extension of the cease-fire will not resolve the 53-year-old vexed Kashmir issue, but can prove a beginning towards the goal if carried forward and utilised properly.’’ Former Hurriyat Chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani said the only lasting solution to the Kashmir issue was ‘’total withdrawal of Indian security forces from Jammu and Kashmir’’. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah has welcomed further extension in the cease-fire by the government of India hoping that it would facilitate the beginning of a new dawn of peace in the State.
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February - 22 
On February 22, the Congress party has called a 48-hour Tripura bandh to protest the killing of party Legislator Madhu Sudhan Saha, by unidentified terrorists on the night of February 20. Chief Minister Mani Sarkar announced a CBI probe into the inci
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On February 22, the Congress party has called a 48-hour Tripura bandh to protest the killing of party Legislator Madhu Sudhan Saha, by unidentified terrorists on the night of February 20. Chief Minister Mani Sarkar announced a CBI probe into the incident.
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February - 22 
Police foiled an attempt by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir to create trouble in Kathua district by apprehending four terrorists of the HuM. According to official sources, the terrorists were deputed by the Jehangir group to extend their area of mili
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Police foiled an attempt by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir to create trouble in Kathua district by apprehending four terrorists of the HuM. According to official sources, the terrorists were deputed by the Jehangir group to extend their area of militant activities in the district. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from their possession.
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February - 22 
The Kokrajhar district administration promulgated prohibitory orders under section 144 of the Cr PC in view of the possibility of breach of peace in the region. The order will remain in force until further orders.
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The Kokrajhar district administration promulgated prohibitory orders under section 144 of the Cr PC in view of the possibility of breach of peace in the region. The order will remain in force until further orders.
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February - 22 
The security forces also recovered a huge quantity of sophisticated arms and ammunition, communication and explosives equipment and combat fatigues from the site of encounter in which eight militants were gunned down at Jabrian Khnnater village in Po
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The security forces also recovered a huge quantity of sophisticated arms and ammunition, communication and explosives equipment and combat fatigues from the site of encounter in which eight militants were gunned down at Jabrian Khnnater village in Poonch district.
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February - 22 
Within hours after the announcement was made extending the Ramadan cease-fire for a third time an abortive attempt was made on the life of Hurriyat Conference chairman Abdul Gani Bhat at Tarzoo-Sopore. Bhat was addressing a public meeting and was abo
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Within hours after the announcement was made extending the Ramadan cease-fire for a third time an abortive attempt was made on the life of Hurriyat Conference chairman Abdul Gani Bhat at Tarzoo-Sopore. Bhat was addressing a public meeting and was about to board his vehicle when people noticed a grenade fitted to his vehicle. The grenade was immediately defused.
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February - 22 
According to delayed reports, Ghulam Shabbir Ahmed Chouhan, the Divisional President of Tehreek-e-Jaffria Pakistan (TJP) was killed by two unidentified terrorists in Gujranwala on February 22.
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According to delayed reports, Ghulam Shabbir Ahmed Chouhan, the Divisional President of Tehreek-e-Jaffria Pakistan (TJP) was killed by two unidentified terrorists in Gujranwala on February 22.
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February - 22 
Accorrding to Hafiz Saeed, the Amir of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), "Jihad-e-Kashmir is the only way for the security of the country". He said the real issue before the country was not curbing the activities of Jehadi organisations but corruption, dete
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Accorrding to Hafiz Saeed, the Amir of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), "Jihad-e-Kashmir is the only way for the security of the country". He said the real issue before the country was not curbing the activities of Jehadi organisations but corruption, deteriorating law and order situation and the promotion of cultural vulgarity spread through cinemas and other sources.
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February - 22 
Foreign Secretary Inamul Haque, addressing a meeting in Islamabad on the same day, said the level of violence in Jammu and Kashmir has not declined despite repeated extension of the cease-fire by India. He also added that the international community
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Foreign Secretary Inamul Haque, addressing a meeting in Islamabad on the same day, said the level of violence in Jammu and Kashmir has not declined despite repeated extension of the cease-fire by India. He also added that the international community ought to mount pressure on India to permit the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) delegation to visit Islamabad for consultations, followed by direct talks with Pakistan.
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February - 22 
Hizb-ul-Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin, speaking at a seminar in Islamabad, on February 22, termed the unilateral cease-fire by India as a "ploy and reiterated his commitment to carry freedom struggle till the liberation of Kashmir". He also asked
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Hizb-ul-Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin, speaking at a seminar in Islamabad, on February 22, termed the unilateral cease-fire by India as a "ploy and reiterated his commitment to carry freedom struggle till the liberation of Kashmir". He also asked the government to announce its support for the various terrorist outfits and coordinate their terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir.
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February - 22 
In a statement issued by a spokesperson on February 22 in Islamabad, the Pakistan Foreign Ministry said the third extension of the cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir was yet another attempt to mislead the world opinion. According to the statement, "The
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In a statement issued by a spokesperson on February 22 in Islamabad, the Pakistan Foreign Ministry said the third extension of the cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir was yet another attempt to mislead the world opinion. According to the statement, "The announcement by the Indian Prime Minister on an extension of the period of non-initiation of combat operations by Indian forces in Kashmir is yet another attempt by India to mislead world opinion". Stating that a military solution to the Kashmir issue was "futile", the statement asked India to respond positively to "Pakistani initiatives for peace, permit the Hurriyat conference delegation to visit Pakistan and enter into a meaningful dialogue with Pakistan for a peaceful settlement of the Kashmir dispute in accordance with the relevant UN Security Council resolutions."
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February - 22 
In a statement released from Muzaffarabad on the same day, he described India's three-month extension of its cease-fire as "worthless. The announcement has no worth. Instead of wasting time on such gimmicks Indian Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee
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In a statement released from Muzaffarabad on the same day, he described India's three-month extension of its cease-fire as "worthless. The announcement has no worth. Instead of wasting time on such gimmicks Indian Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee, should come out with a categorical assurance for the settlement of the core issue". The hizb chief said the cease-fire was meaningless without a three-way dialogue among the Kashmiris, Pakistan and India as well as other confidence-building measures. Salahuddin said terrorists had "no choice but to continue their operations unless the conditions were met".
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February - 22 
Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider speaking at the same seminar said, "Religious extremism had adversely affected our national interests and there was a dire need to differentiate between Jihad and terrorism". He also added that various mosques in Pa
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Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider speaking at the same seminar said, "Religious extremism had adversely affected our national interests and there was a dire need to differentiate between Jihad and terrorism". He also added that various mosques in Pakistan were being used to promote disintegration and violence in the society by certain religious groups. According to him, "The religious parties challenged the state authority by dressing their activists in commando uniforms and developed a sense of insecurity among people by open display of weapons".
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February - 22 
Maulana Masood Azhar said, "The intellectuals should convince us that Jehad is not in interest of the country and if they convinced us then we are ready to end our mission. Otherwise they should favour us".
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Maulana Masood Azhar said, "The intellectuals should convince us that Jehad is not in interest of the country and if they convinced us then we are ready to end our mission. Otherwise they should favour us".
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February - 22 
Pakistan Controlled Kashmir Prime Minister Sultan Mahmood Chaudhry while speaking to a three-member delegation of the US Congress, on February 22, in Muzaffarbad, termed the Indian government's extension in cease-fire as a "drama meant to mislead the
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Pakistan Controlled Kashmir Prime Minister Sultan Mahmood Chaudhry while speaking to a three-member delegation of the US Congress, on February 22, in Muzaffarbad, termed the Indian government's extension in cease-fire as a "drama meant to mislead the world and to continue the massacre of the Kashmiris under its cover.
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February - 22 
The Chief of Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), Maulana Fazalur Rehman Khalil in an interview on February 22 at Hasanabdal asked the Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider to seek an apology from the terrorist outfits and make a fresh assessment of his statemen
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The Chief of Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), Maulana Fazalur Rehman Khalil in an interview on February 22 at Hasanabdal asked the Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider to seek an apology from the terrorist outfits and make a fresh assessment of his statement against them regarding the ban on Jehad fund-raising. According to him, "the Interior Minister has resorted to open violation of Islamic injunctions by announcing ban on the activities of the Mujahideen who have waged war against infidels in succour of their Muslim brethren. He warned that no power on the earth could stop the Mujahideen from Jehad and it would be better for the Interior Minister to seek pardon from for his remarks". He also added that the outfit would continue its terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir unless India called back all its troops.
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February - 22 
The Frontier Corps on February 22 seized a huge quantity of narcotics, arms and ammunition, in various parts of Quetta, besides arresting six persons, in four separate raids.
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The Frontier Corps on February 22 seized a huge quantity of narcotics, arms and ammunition, in various parts of Quetta, besides arresting six persons, in four separate raids.
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February - 22 
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan in its Annual Report released on February 22 in Islamabad charged the military regime of General Pervez Musharraf with the trampling of democracy in the country by using torture. It has blamed Islamic extremist
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The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan in its Annual Report released on February 22 in Islamabad charged the military regime of General Pervez Musharraf with the trampling of democracy in the country by using torture. It has blamed Islamic extremists for the upsurge in violence against religious minorities and women in the country. According to the report "The military regime has failed on every front making bold promises to restore democracy, reign in the extremist religious groups and improve the rights of women". The report also listed 109 incidents of bomb blasts in the year 2000, which resulted in the death of 149 people.
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February - 22 
Two persons, including one police personnel, were killed at Madina Market in Karachi on February 22. According to official sources, two unidentified terrorists have been arrested and some arms and ammunition recovered in connection with the incident.
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Two persons, including one police personnel, were killed at Madina Market in Karachi on February 22. According to official sources, two unidentified terrorists have been arrested and some arms and ammunition recovered in connection with the incident. The, Tehreek-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP), Sindh, has held Sunni sectarian outfits responsible for the killing in Karachi. On the other hand, Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) Central Coordination Secretary Tarique Madni said the incident was not a part of sectarian rivalry.
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February - 22 
On February 22, two policemen were killed and four more injured in a land-mine explosion, suspected to be the handiwork of Maoist insurgents, in the forest area of Nepale Shikhar.
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On February 22, two policemen were killed and four more injured in a land-mine explosion, suspected to be the handiwork of Maoist insurgents, in the forest area of Nepale Shikhar.
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February - 22 
On the same day, houses of two Members of Parliament from Dandeldhura district were attacked by suspected Maoist insurgents who also managed to flee with weapons and cash.
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On the same day, houses of two Members of Parliament from Dandeldhura district were attacked by suspected Maoist insurgents who also managed to flee with weapons and cash.
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February - 22 
On February 22, the abductors once again failed to show up for a meeting with negotiators in the densely forested Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) and also stood by an earlier demand for withdrawal of security forces from the area.
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On February 22, the abductors once again failed to show up for a meeting with negotiators in the densely forested Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) and also stood by an earlier demand for withdrawal of security forces from the area.
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February - 22 
In Weli Oya, troops laid an ambush on a vehicle carrying LTTE rebels and killed four, on February 22, in the Koklai general area. More than 10 rebels were either killed or wounded in the attack.
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In Weli Oya, troops laid an ambush on a vehicle carrying LTTE rebels and killed four, on February 22, in the Koklai general area. More than 10 rebels were either killed or wounded in the attack.
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February - 22 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga reached the Indian capital New Delhi to brief the leaders on her government s’ proposals for devolution of powers to the regions. At her meetings with the Indian Prime Minister and Foreign Minister the issue of Pakista
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga reached the Indian capital New Delhi to brief the leaders on her government s’ proposals for devolution of powers to the regions. At her meetings with the Indian Prime Minister and Foreign Minister the issue of Pakistan’s monetary assistance to Sri Lanka to buy arms is likely to be discussed, media reports said.
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February - 22 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) announced on February 22 the second extension of the unilateral cease-fire, due to expire on February 24, by another month. The cease-fire was originally declared beginning Christmas Day 2000. The LTTE expr
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) announced on February 22 the second extension of the unilateral cease-fire, due to expire on February 24, by another month. The cease-fire was originally declared beginning Christmas Day 2000. The LTTE expressed its disappointment at the government not responding to its offer since it was first declared. Further, the LTTE said it was prepared to enter into peace negotiations when the government responded to its cease-fire offer and agreed to implement the Norwegian proposal of de-escalation of the war. The government is yet to respond to the latest offer of extension of the cease-fire.
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February - 22 
Troops attacked terrorist bunkers in Nagarkovil, on February 22. It is believed that three LTTE rebels might have been killed in the attack while two soldiers were wounded.
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Troops attacked terrorist bunkers in Nagarkovil, on February 22. It is believed that three LTTE rebels might have been killed in the attack while two soldiers were wounded.
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February - 23 
A delayed report stated six ULFA terrorists were killed and three more injured in an encounter with the security forces in Meghalaya, at Garobadha in the West Garo hills district, on Assam-Meghalaya border, on February 23. All the three injured terro
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A delayed report stated six ULFA terrorists were killed and three more injured in an encounter with the security forces in Meghalaya, at Garobadha in the West Garo hills district, on Assam-Meghalaya border, on February 23. All the three injured terrorists have been taken into custody.
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February - 23 
A news report on the same day from Islamabad said Al Umar Mujahideen chief Mushtaq Zargar called a news agency and issued death threat to those leaders of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) who had supported the Indian government’s cease-fire.
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A news report on the same day from Islamabad said Al Umar Mujahideen chief Mushtaq Zargar called a news agency and issued death threat to those leaders of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) who had supported the Indian government’s cease-fire.
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February - 23 
A report said, a large number of terrorists including an estimated 40 National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and 30 UPDS cadres are suspected to be camping in the deep forests near Singhasan Hillsin Golaghat district. It is susp
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A report said, a large number of terrorists including an estimated 40 National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and 30 UPDS cadres are suspected to be camping in the deep forests near Singhasan Hillsin Golaghat district. It is suspected that these armed terrorists are planning to launch subversive activities in the district.
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February - 23 
A visiting US Congress delegation asked Pakistan’s military ruler Gen. Pervez Musharraf to respond positively to India’s cease-fire extension in Jammu and Kashmir and to check the growth of Islamic militant groups. The delegation, which arrived in Pa
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A visiting US Congress delegation asked Pakistan’s military ruler Gen. Pervez Musharraf to respond positively to India’s cease-fire extension in Jammu and Kashmir and to check the growth of Islamic militant groups. The delegation, which arrived in Pakistan from New Delhi after holding talks with Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, also discussed India’s concern over cross-border terrorism and urged Gen. Musharraf to contain it. In his reply, Gen. Musharraf is reported to have told the three-member delegation that he faced constraints domestically in dealing with the terrorist outfits. He is also reported to have briefed the team about attempts by Pakistan’s Interior Minister Moinudeen Haider to ban the fund raising activities of terrorist groups propagating Jehad (holy war) in Kashmir.
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February - 23 
According to official sources, during the third extension of the cease-fire, the Indian Army has modified its plan to separate the pan-Islamic jehadis from the local terrorists and their supporters. As per this plan, a directive has reportedly been i
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According to official sources, during the third extension of the cease-fire, the Indian Army has modified its plan to separate the pan-Islamic jehadis from the local terrorists and their supporters. As per this plan, a directive has reportedly been issued to launch offensive against Pakistan based terrorist outfits such as the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) while holding operation against local terrorists. An upsurge in violence perpetrated by foreign mercenaries during the Ramadan cease-fire has reportedly forced the army to modify its strategy.
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February - 23 
According to official sources, the military has decided to set up a full-fledged intelligence unit in Mumbai to counter the growing threat of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI). Mumbai is in focus owing to its commercial capital status, bes
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According to official sources, the military has decided to set up a full-fledged intelligence unit in Mumbai to counter the growing threat of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI). Mumbai is in focus owing to its commercial capital status, besides being the place where vital defence installations and significant establishments like the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Bombay High, etc are located. The unit is reportedly being established for the security of these vital installations.
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February - 23 
Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta announced in the State Legislative Assembly, on February 23, that suspected supporters of the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) made a failed attempt to hack the official website of Assam Police.
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Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta announced in the State Legislative Assembly, on February 23, that suspected supporters of the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) made a failed attempt to hack the official website of Assam Police.
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February - 23 
On February 23, in an encounter between the police and terrorists of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) at Nilaalong in Karbi Anglong district a terrorist was killed. Other terrorists in the group, estimated to be eight in number, howev
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On February 23, in an encounter between the police and terrorists of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) at Nilaalong in Karbi Anglong district a terrorist was killed. Other terrorists in the group, estimated to be eight in number, however, managed to escape.
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February - 23 
Six policemen and a civilian were killed in an ambush by suspected foreign mercenaries at Hangalkote in Anantnag district, on February 23. The attacking mercenaries used grenades and gunfire during the ambush after which they escaped with the slain p
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Six policemen and a civilian were killed in an ambush by suspected foreign mercenaries at Hangalkote in Anantnag district, on February 23. The attacking mercenaries used grenades and gunfire during the ambush after which they escaped with the slain policemen’s weapons and a wireless set. A civilian, who was passing by was trapped and killed in the ambush.
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February - 23 
Two prestigious girls' Catholic schools in the capital Imphal have been forced to close down indefinitely by armed terrorists following their 'failure to pay the money demanded by them.' It may be mentioned that, about two years ago, armed terrorists
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Two prestigious girls' Catholic schools in the capital Imphal have been forced to close down indefinitely by armed terrorists following their 'failure to pay the money demanded by them.' It may be mentioned that, about two years ago, armed terrorists had set afire a portion of one of the schools following its failure to pay money to an underground group.
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February - 23 
Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Chairman Amanullah Khan, commenting on the third cease-fire extension, has reiterated that unless India, Pakistan and the Kashmiri leadership took some courageous steps, no lasting peace for the region could be e
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Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Chairman Amanullah Khan, commenting on the third cease-fire extension, has reiterated that unless India, Pakistan and the Kashmiri leadership took some courageous steps, no lasting peace for the region could be ensured. In a statement released from Islamabad on February 23, he said, "Unless cease-fire declarations are supplemented by such steps, they would prove nothing more than just an exercise in futility".
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February - 23 
Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) Chief Altaf Hussain, addressing MQM activists at the party’s London headquarters, on February 23, said the MQM did not believe in confrontation and offered to hold a dialogue with the Pakistani government. He ad
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Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) Chief Altaf Hussain, addressing MQM activists at the party’s London headquarters, on February 23, said the MQM did not believe in confrontation and offered to hold a dialogue with the Pakistani government. He advised the government to "stop the operation against Muttahida, and adopt the way of dialogue in the interest of the country and nation". This was his first speech after being granted British citizenship last week. He said that "the establishment had launched the operation against the party to crush the movement and forced him to leave the country". Altaf Hussain also added that "his British citizenship would be a good omen for the deprived people of Sindh".
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February - 23 
The Chairman of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) Abdul Ghani Bhat in a statement from Islamabad on February 23 said mere extensions in cease-fire would not help resolve the Kashmir issue. According to him, "We would like that along with the
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The Chairman of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) Abdul Ghani Bhat in a statement from Islamabad on February 23 said mere extensions in cease-fire would not help resolve the Kashmir issue. According to him, "We would like that along with the cease-fire the process of talks also begins and it should begin in a way that it takes us to our destination". He also added that, "our response was not only positive but I would rather like to say that we had gone several steps beyond that. We told the Indian government to give the opportunity to go to Pakistan. We said we would talk to the Mujahideen leadership there and go beyond the limits of cease-fire and acquire some thing practical. But it is India which created hurdles in it."
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February - 23 
The Frontier Corps (FC) recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition in a raid near the Pakistan-Afghan border on February 23. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident. Sources also added that it was the first time during th
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The Frontier Corps (FC) recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition in a raid near the Pakistan-Afghan border on February 23. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident. Sources also added that it was the first time during the last three years that the FC had seized such a large quantity of weapons.
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February - 23 
The government, on February 23, launched a major crackdown against activists of the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) by arresting its main leader Maulana Azam Tariq from Jhang and others from various parts of Punjab. According to official sources, the c
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The government, on February 23, launched a major crackdown against activists of the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) by arresting its main leader Maulana Azam Tariq from Jhang and others from various parts of Punjab. According to official sources, the crackdown appears to be an apparent attempt by the government to contain any possible unrest on the death warrant of SSP leader Haq Nawaz to be carried out on February 28. The SSP leader was sentenced to death by a court for murdering the Iranian Consul General Sadiq Ganji.
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February - 23 
Abductors holding two Danes and a Briton are standing by a demand for a ransom and have added a new condition for face-to-face talks with Government negotiators. The abductors, whose identity has not been clearly established, want one or more of the
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Abductors holding two Danes and a Briton are standing by a demand for a ransom and have added a new condition for face-to-face talks with Government negotiators. The abductors, whose identity has not been clearly established, want one or more of the negotiators to act as human shields after any releases while they moved beyond the reach of police and soldiers.
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February - 23 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga, now in India, apprised Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on the latest developments in the Norwegian peace initiative.
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga, now in India, apprised Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on the latest developments in the Norwegian peace initiative.
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February - 23 
The LTTE has reportedly taken hostage five fishing boats and nine people near Nachinvanthivu, on February 23, a delayed report said. The rebels have allegedly demanded a ransom of Rs 30,000 per boat to set them free.
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The LTTE has reportedly taken hostage five fishing boats and nine people near Nachinvanthivu, on February 23, a delayed report said. The rebels have allegedly demanded a ransom of Rs 30,000 per boat to set them free.
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February - 24 
A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed and five security force personnel were injured in an encounter at Bhaderwah town in Doda district, on February 24. The encounter ensued after security forces received information on the presence of a Harkat-u
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A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed and five security force personnel were injured in an encounter at Bhaderwah town in Doda district, on February 24. The encounter ensued after security forces received information on the presence of a Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorist and launched an operation to arrest him. The terrorist managed to escape.
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February - 24 
A suspected Al Badr terrorist was killed in an encounter on the same day at Khanetar Top in Poonch. Another terrorist escaped from the site of the encounter. Some arms and ammunition have also been recovered.
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A suspected Al Badr terrorist was killed in an encounter on the same day at Khanetar Top in Poonch. Another terrorist escaped from the site of the encounter. Some arms and ammunition have also been recovered.
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February - 24 
According official sources, a senior leader and former "military adviser" of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Mohammad Iqbal Gandroo, facing several charges including an attack on Air Force officials in 1990, was released on bail on Febr
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According official sources, a senior leader and former "military adviser" of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Mohammad Iqbal Gandroo, facing several charges including an attack on Air Force officials in 1990, was released on bail on February 24 after being in jail for nearly eleven years.
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February - 24 
According to official sources, a military report on the terrorsit-poacher nexus operating in Assam's Kaziranga National Park would soon be brought out to expose the flourishing illegal trade in wildlife in the protected forest areas. The report, prep
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According to official sources, a military report on the terrorsit-poacher nexus operating in Assam's Kaziranga National Park would soon be brought out to expose the flourishing illegal trade in wildlife in the protected forest areas. The report, prepared by the Headquarters 101 Area of Army's Eastern Command functioning in Shillong, Guwahati, Orhat and Varingte areas of the North-East indicates the easy money that the nexus is making from wildlife products. The report is also said to have investigated the indifference of implementing agencies towards the illegal trade and the slackness of vigilance machinery in tackling the crime. Sources said that the report is to be sent to the Ministry of Environment as well as the Army Headquarters.
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February - 24 
According to official sources, unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir killed two civilians, including a woman, in Dool Sarthal, Doda district, on February 24. The terrorists managed to escape from the site of the incident.
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According to official sources, unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir killed two civilians, including a woman, in Dool Sarthal, Doda district, on February 24. The terrorists managed to escape from the site of the incident.
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February - 24 
Defence Minister George Fernandes, speaking in Manipur, advised the terrorist outfits in Manipur to participate in the political dialogue with the Government and help in the reconstruction process of the North Eastern states.
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Defence Minister George Fernandes, speaking in Manipur, advised the terrorist outfits in Manipur to participate in the political dialogue with the Government and help in the reconstruction process of the North Eastern states.
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February - 24 
In Andhra Pradesh, police claimed to have recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition at Tirumalapur, Karimnagar district on February 24. According to police sources, the arms and ammunitions were seized from a hideout of the Communist Party of Ind
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In Andhra Pradesh, police claimed to have recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition at Tirumalapur, Karimnagar district on February 24. According to police sources, the arms and ammunitions were seized from a hideout of the Communist Party of India, Marxist-Leninist (Janashakti).
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February - 24 
In another incident also on February 24, a police station in Kupwara district was attacked by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir. There were no casualties in the attack that was repulsed by policemen on duty at the station. A similar attack
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In another incident also on February 24, a police station in Kupwara district was attacked by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir. There were no casualties in the attack that was repulsed by policemen on duty at the station. A similar attack on a security force camp in Anantnag was also reported on the same day but there were no casualties. A third attack on a security force camp, in which too there were no casualties, occurred at Gopalpora in Budgam district.
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February - 24 
On February 24, security forces in Assam shot dead the Kamrup ‘district commander’ of the ULFA besides apprehending eight more ULFA terrorists.
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On February 24, security forces in Assam shot dead the Kamrup ‘district commander’ of the ULFA besides apprehending eight more ULFA terrorists.
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February - 24 
On the political front, Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, on February 24, said the Union government was willing to talk to all those in Jammu and Kashmir who are interested in a dialogue. Speaking to press personnel in New Delhi, he also added, "T
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On the political front, Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, on February 24, said the Union government was willing to talk to all those in Jammu and Kashmir who are interested in a dialogue. Speaking to press personnel in New Delhi, he also added, "The question of allowing a All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) delegation to visit Pakistan is under consideration."
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February - 24 
One security force personnel was injured when a group of unidentified terrorists fired rifle grenades at a security force post at Saidpora in downtown Srinagar, on February 24.
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One security force personnel was injured when a group of unidentified terrorists fired rifle grenades at a security force post at Saidpora in downtown Srinagar, on February 24.
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February - 24 
Security force and police personnel, on February 24, recovered and neutralised an RDX filled Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the shape of a bicycle seat from the Kot Kuba area at Arnia.
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Security force and police personnel, on February 24, recovered and neutralised an RDX filled Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the shape of a bicycle seat from the Kot Kuba area at Arnia.
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February - 24 
Security forces also detected and defused an IED containing over 10 Kg of RDX, and fitted with two detonators, in Wakhoo village in Pulwama district of South Kashmir, on the same day.
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Security forces also detected and defused an IED containing over 10 Kg of RDX, and fitted with two detonators, in Wakhoo village in Pulwama district of South Kashmir, on the same day.
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February - 24 
Terrorists also hurled grenades at a Security force camp at Pothkah in the Sopore area of Baramulla district in north Kashmir, also on February 24. No causalities have been reported from the site of the incident. Terrorists also set off a grenade nea
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Terrorists also hurled grenades at a Security force camp at Pothkah in the Sopore area of Baramulla district in north Kashmir, also on February 24. No causalities have been reported from the site of the incident. Terrorists also set off a grenade near a shrine at Delina in the same district.
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February - 24 
The 48 hour-long bandh called by the Opposition Congress party, protesting the murder of a party Legislator, ended peacefully on the morning of February 24 with no untoward incident reported.
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The 48 hour-long bandh called by the Opposition Congress party, protesting the murder of a party Legislator, ended peacefully on the morning of February 24 with no untoward incident reported.
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February - 24 
The rift within the Hurriyat came to the fore again with the former chairman of the APHC, Syed Ali Shah Geelani, asking the people in Jammu and Kashmir to foil the designs of the so-called secular leaders. Addressing media personnel in Baramulla, on
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The rift within the Hurriyat came to the fore again with the former chairman of the APHC, Syed Ali Shah Geelani, asking the people in Jammu and Kashmir to foil the designs of the so-called secular leaders. Addressing media personnel in Baramulla, on February 24, he said, "A conspiracy is going on in the Hurriyat Conference and it is you who have to distinguish and choose between the so-called secular leaders and those toeing the Islamic line. Time has come when people of Kashmir have to decide whether to support secular politics or politics based on Islamic principles."
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February - 24 
The Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir police recovered two rockets from Nagpathri Baba village in Baramulla district on February 24.
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The Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir police recovered two rockets from Nagpathri Baba village in Baramulla district on February 24.
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February - 24 
The Union Home Minister, L K Advani, addressing media personnel at Kohima in Nagaland on February 24, has said that a cmprehensive review of the latest situation in the State would be undertaken after the recent revision of the cease-fire ground rule
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The Union Home Minister, L K Advani, addressing media personnel at Kohima in Nagaland on February 24, has said that a cmprehensive review of the latest situation in the State would be undertaken after the recent revision of the cease-fire ground rules by the Centre and the National Socilaist Council of Nagaland –Issak- Muivah (NSCN- IM). While, emphasising the Centre's special responsibility towards Nagaland where insurgency has been continuing for over five decades, Advani said that the Centre is to pursue a three-pronged strategy to counter militancy in the North-East. According to the first step, a developmental agenda providing employment oppurtunities to all is to be pursued vigorously. Secondly, the a suitable climate should be created wherein the populace ought to feel that violence was wrong and thirdly, the political debate should focus not on ideology but on how best effective governance can be provided to the people. Earlier, Advani and the Nagaland Chief Minister S C Jamir addressed a public rally at the Kohima local ground, a rarity in the State where the three-year-old ceasefire has held its ground. Expressing happiness over the Centre's peace initiatives that resulted in a cease-fire agreement with the NSCN (I-M), Jamir said that any solution emerging out of talks with one faction of the NSCN alone may not bring lasting peace to the State. According to him, the present peace initiative should encompass all sections of the people, whether overground or underground, so that an enduring solution could be found.
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February - 24 
Official sources reported in Dhaka that the Bangladeshi governemment is considering the option of launching a Army Commando operation to resue the three foreign nationals – one British and two Danish as efforts to hold direct talks with the abductors
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Official sources reported in Dhaka that the Bangladeshi governemment is considering the option of launching a Army Commando operation to resue the three foreign nationals – one British and two Danish as efforts to hold direct talks with the abductors failed to secure the release of the hostages.
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February - 24 
On February 24, the military attaché of the British High Commission based in New Delhi, and two others, who have worked in similar circumstances earlier, joined the meeting to advise on strategies to handle the crisis.
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On February 24, the military attaché of the British High Commission based in New Delhi, and two others, who have worked in similar circumstances earlier, joined the meeting to advise on strategies to handle the crisis.
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February - 24 
A visiting European Parliament delegation expressed its full support to the peace process with Norwegian mediation in finding a solution to the 18 year long conflict in the country.
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A visiting European Parliament delegation expressed its full support to the peace process with Norwegian mediation in finding a solution to the 18 year long conflict in the country.
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February - 24 
In an incident, the LTTE targeted troops with machine gun fire in the Kasavapuliyankulam general area, north of Omanthai, on February 24
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In an incident, the LTTE targeted troops with machine gun fire in the Kasavapuliyankulam general area, north of Omanthai, on February 24
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February - 24 
The Army said, the LTTE fired mortar shells in the Muhamalai general area, in the early hours, on February 24. No casualties were, however, reported in the incident.
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The Army said, the LTTE fired mortar shells in the Muhamalai general area, in the early hours, on February 24. No casualties were, however, reported in the incident.
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February - 24 
The Sri Lankan Army said troops operating ahead of the forward defence line in Kilaly general area killed at least two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on February 24. Four more might have been killed, too, in the sane clashes.
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The Sri Lankan Army said troops operating ahead of the forward defence line in Kilaly general area killed at least two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on February 24. Four more might have been killed, too, in the sane clashes.
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February - 25 
15 civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists threw a petrol bomb at a crowd in Doda town, on February 25.
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15 civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists threw a petrol bomb at a crowd in Doda town, on February 25.
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February - 25 
According to official sources, left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), killed a police Sub-Inspector (SI) near Suryalakshmi Cotton Mills on the outskirts of Amangal, Mahboobnagar district, on February 25. The incident occurre
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According to official sources, left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), killed a police Sub-Inspector (SI) near Suryalakshmi Cotton Mills on the outskirts of Amangal, Mahboobnagar district, on February 25. The incident occurred when the SI, accompanied by three constables, was examining an accident site when the Naxalites numbering about four opened fire from the crowd and immediately escaped.
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February - 25 
Assam Rifles sources said on February 25 that two key activists of the Kuki Youth Organisation (KYO), a nascent terrorist outfit mainly operating in Assam's Karbi Anglong district, were arrested at Dimapur, in Nagaland, and a huge cache of arms and a
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Assam Rifles sources said on February 25 that two key activists of the Kuki Youth Organisation (KYO), a nascent terrorist outfit mainly operating in Assam's Karbi Anglong district, were arrested at Dimapur, in Nagaland, and a huge cache of arms and ammunition were recovered from their hideout. Security forces on February 23 nabbed the chairman and the general secretary of the KYO. The newly floated outfit has close links with the United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS).
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February - 25 
Four terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) were killed after they attacked a patrol party at Trehgam in Anantnag district, on the night of February 25. Security forces reported that one of the slain terrorists, Abdul Rashid alias Tractor, was al
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Four terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) were killed after they attacked a patrol party at Trehgam in Anantnag district, on the night of February 25. Security forces reported that one of the slain terrorists, Abdul Rashid alias Tractor, was allegedly involved in the assassination of a State Minister, Ghulam Hassan Bhat at Dooru, on May 15, 2000.
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February - 25 
In Kupwara district, a Special Police Officer (SPO) was attacked and injured by unidentified terrorists on the night of February 25. Another SPO was similarly attacked and injured in a separate incident in the same district while an activist of the r
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In Kupwara district, a Special Police Officer (SPO) was attacked and injured by unidentified terrorists on the night of February 25. Another SPO was similarly attacked and injured in a separate incident in the same district while an activist of the ruling National Conference was also attacked and injured at Rajpora.
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February - 25 
On February 25, police claimed to have arrested a 38-year-old German national carrying a knife when he was entering the 'Vajra Vidya Sansthan' in Sarnath, where the teenaged Buddhist monk Ugyen Trinley Dorji known as the Karmapa Lama was staying. Pol
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On February 25, police claimed to have arrested a 38-year-old German national carrying a knife when he was entering the 'Vajra Vidya Sansthan' in Sarnath, where the teenaged Buddhist monk Ugyen Trinley Dorji known as the Karmapa Lama was staying. Police also recovered from him a letter written in Tibetan language. The accused, however, said that he was going to meet Karmapa and he was carrying the knife for his personal security. Police and intelligence officials are interrogating the German.
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February - 25 
On February 25, three hardcore United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) terrorists, including an action group member, surrendered before the Assam Director-General of Police, in Imphal, capital of neighbouring Meghalaya. The terrorists deposited a var
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On February 25, three hardcore United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) terrorists, including an action group member, surrendered before the Assam Director-General of Police, in Imphal, capital of neighbouring Meghalaya. The terrorists deposited a variety of arms and ammunition.
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February - 25 
On the night of February 25, four suspected Kuki terrorists were killed and a civilian injured in a fierce encounter with Assam Rifles personnel at the Moreh border town in Chandel district of Manipur. Two AK-47 rifles and a M16 rifle were recove
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On the night of February 25, four suspected Kuki terrorists were killed and a civilian injured in a fierce encounter with Assam Rifles personnel at the Moreh border town in Chandel district of Manipur. Two AK-47 rifles and a M16 rifle were recovered from the spot. Official sources said some militants were reported to have crossed the Indo-Myanmar International border at Moreh during the encounter under cover of darkness. Underground Kuki National Army (KNA) and Kuki National Front (KNF) are active in the area, sources said.
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February - 25 
On the same night, in Anantnag town, a loud explosion was heard. Security forces reported that on the following morning the body of a Harkat-ul-Ansar (HuA) terrorist was recovered from the area where the explosion was heard. It is suspected that an e
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On the same night, in Anantnag town, a loud explosion was heard. Security forces reported that on the following morning the body of a Harkat-ul-Ansar (HuA) terrorist was recovered from the area where the explosion was heard. It is suspected that an explosive device being carried by the dead terrorist went off accidentally.
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February - 25 
The body of a civilian was recovered from Sopore on February 25. There were no details from official sources on this incident though locals alleged that it was a case of custodial death.
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The body of a civilian was recovered from Sopore on February 25. There were no details from official sources on this incident though locals alleged that it was a case of custodial death.
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February - 25 
Three suspected terrorists were arrested by police from different parts of the State.
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Three suspected terrorists were arrested by police from different parts of the State.
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February - 25 
Union Home Minister L.K.Advani, on February 25, admitted that Bihar has been affected by the activities of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) and concerted efforts both by the Union and State governments were needed to curbthe ISI. Speaking
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Union Home Minister L.K.Advani, on February 25, admitted that Bihar has been affected by the activities of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) and concerted efforts both by the Union and State governments were needed to curbthe ISI. Speaking during his brief stopover at Patna airport on his way from Nagaland to Delhi on February 25, he said India had initiated talks with Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Myanmar for checking the ISI’s anti-India game plan.
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February - 25 
A similar demand was made by senior All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, on February 25, in Srinagar. According to him, "If Indian authorities accepted the disputed status, he would request militants to co-operate. If In
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A similar demand was made by senior All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, on February 25, in Srinagar. According to him, "If Indian authorities accepted the disputed status, he would request militants to co-operate. If India is sincere about the cease-fire, the Indian Parliament should pass a resolution accepting the disputed status of Kashmir based on historical background".
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February - 25 
Hizb-ul-Mujahideen Chief Syed Salahuddin, in a interview to an Indian news agency on February 25, said the outfit was willing to suspend its terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir if India declared the State of Jammu and Kashmir as disputed territ
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Hizb-ul-Mujahideen Chief Syed Salahuddin, in a interview to an Indian news agency on February 25, said the outfit was willing to suspend its terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir if India declared the State of Jammu and Kashmir as disputed territory through an act of Parliament.
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February - 25 
Police in various parts of the country continued its crackdown on the SSP activists and office-bearers on February 25. An SSP spokesman claimed that over 250 activists and office-bearers had been arrested. According to official sources, the crackdown
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Police in various parts of the country continued its crackdown on the SSP activists and office-bearers on February 25. An SSP spokesman claimed that over 250 activists and office-bearers had been arrested. According to official sources, the crackdown would continue till midnight on February 27 to pre-empt any backlash against Haq Nawaz Jhangvi's hanging at the Mianwali jail. These sources also added that many activists and office-bearers of the SSP have gone underground to avoid being arrested. The Sipah leadership has announced its decision to hold countrywide protest demonstrations on February 27 against the mass arrest of SSP leaders and workers.
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February - 25 
Some sectarian parties on February 25 demanded the removal of Interior Minister Monuddin Haider over a February 13-statement of the latter regarding the ban on Jehad fund-raising by various terrorist outfits. Speaking at a press conference in Pes
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Some sectarian parties on February 25 demanded the removal of Interior Minister Monuddin Haider over a February 13-statement of the latter regarding the ban on Jehad fund-raising by various terrorist outfits. Speaking at a press conference in Peshawar, Maulana Abdul Akbar Chitrali, Chief of the Jamaat- Ittehade-Ulema, North Western Frontier Province, said the registration of a case recently against an Urdu daily Jasarat was a deliberate attempt to divert people's attention from the real issue and demanded immediate withdrawal of the case. Among the others who made a similar demand were Haji Dost Mohammad, Maqsood Ahmed Salafi and Habibullah Shah of the Jamaat-Ahl-e-Hadees Supreme Council. The Ulema (religious scholars) held the government responsible for a number of incidents, which caused widespread resentment among the people and damaged the Islamic status of the country. They also mentioned that the Interior Minister's statement negated the teachings of the Quran and the Sunnat. They demanded a ban on cable network, music centres, cinema houses, dish antennas and all such things which, in their view, promoted vulgarity and obscenity in the society.
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February - 25 
The Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) on February 25 urged the Pakistani government to send Haq Nawaz Jhangvi on exile as it did in the case of the former Premier Nawaz Sharif. As reported earlier, Haq Nawaz Jhangvi, sentenced for the murder of Iranian C
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The Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) on February 25 urged the Pakistani government to send Haq Nawaz Jhangvi on exile as it did in the case of the former Premier Nawaz Sharif. As reported earlier, Haq Nawaz Jhangvi, sentenced for the murder of Iranian Consul General, Agha Sadiq Ganji in December, 1990, at Lahore, is due to be executed on February 28. The SSP leadership warned that executing Haq Nawaz Jhangvi would pose a great threat to the country's security.
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February - 25 
The Tehreek-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP), in a statement released on February 25 in Lahore, announced it would hold a protest campaign against the killings of its leaders, which will end in a siege of the Chief Executive's Secretariat in Islamabad. Accor
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The Tehreek-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP), in a statement released on February 25 in Lahore, announced it would hold a protest campaign against the killings of its leaders, which will end in a siege of the Chief Executive's Secretariat in Islamabad. According to TJP Punjab unit President Allama Sibtain Kazmi, the government would be given a deadline till March 2 to meet the party’s demands. Reiterating that no Shia-Sunni rift exists in the country, he said that it only needed a tackling of handful of terrorists and curbing anti-social elements to establish peace and rule of law.
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February - 25 
According to delayed reports, in another incident, no immediate casualties were reported in an encounter at a village in Jajarkot in the week ending on February 25.
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According to delayed reports, in another incident, no immediate casualties were reported in an encounter at a village in Jajarkot in the week ending on February 25.
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February - 25 
Four police personnel were injured in an ambush laid by Maoist insurgents at a village in Lamjung district in West Nepal, on February 25.
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Four police personnel were injured in an ambush laid by Maoist insurgents at a village in Lamjung district in West Nepal, on February 25.
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February - 25 
The Maoist insurgents killed one police personnel and injured four more in an ambush at Makaisingh village in the Gorkha district on February 25.
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The Maoist insurgents killed one police personnel and injured four more in an ambush at Makaisingh village in the Gorkha district on February 25.
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February - 25 
In a separate development, LTTE rebels attacked and killed one Special Task Force personnel, on February 25.
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In a separate development, LTTE rebels attacked and killed one Special Task Force personnel, on February 25.
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February - 25 
Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake said, in Colombo, on February 25, that the Army had enlisted 3,500 men in recent days and added that it was in need of 7,000 more, to be recruited over a period of three years. Fresh recruitment to the Army wou
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Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake said, in Colombo, on February 25, that the Army had enlisted 3,500 men in recent days and added that it was in need of 7,000 more, to be recruited over a period of three years. Fresh recruitment to the Army would enable ending the war, the Prime Minister said.
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February - 25 
The Sri Lankan Army said one soldier was killed in Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) mortar shelling in the Ponnar general area, on February 25. The Army also alleged that LTTE rebels had fired mortar shells towards the forward defence line in
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The Sri Lankan Army said one soldier was killed in Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) mortar shelling in the Ponnar general area, on February 25. The Army also alleged that LTTE rebels had fired mortar shells towards the forward defence line in the Ariyali East general area, Jaffna peninsula.
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February - 26 
A National Conference activist was killed by unidentified terrorists at Badgam on February 26.
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A National Conference activist was killed by unidentified terrorists at Badgam on February 26.
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February - 26 
Another incident on February 26, police claimed to have recovered two zip bags with plastic explosives, gelatin sticks, detonators and wire from a train at Vijayawada station. Details on the seizure are not yet available.
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Another incident on February 26, police claimed to have recovered two zip bags with plastic explosives, gelatin sticks, detonators and wire from a train at Vijayawada station. Details on the seizure are not yet available.
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February - 26 
In an incident, a dead body was recovered from a private residence at Sangrampora in Pulwama district. News reports said there was a blast at that residence during night on February 26.
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In an incident, a dead body was recovered from a private residence at Sangrampora in Pulwama district. News reports said there was a blast at that residence during night on February 26.
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February - 26 
In Rajouri district, security forces reported the seizure of 60 kg of RDX explosives from Deri Liot. No arrests were reported.
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In Rajouri district, security forces reported the seizure of 60 kg of RDX explosives from Deri Liot. No arrests were reported.
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February - 26 
On February 26, Army sources said in Imphal that the Army and Assam Rifles will suspend counter-insurgency operations in Manipur for 15 days from March 1 in view of the Holi festival. During this period, security forces would not carry out any operat
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On February 26, Army sources said in Imphal that the Army and Assam Rifles will suspend counter-insurgency operations in Manipur for 15 days from March 1 in view of the Holi festival. During this period, security forces would not carry out any operation against the terrorists in the state and asked the terrorist outfits to respect this 'peace opportunity', avoid any violence and not to move around with arms, ammunition and explosives. It was earlier reported that the Manipur Chief Minister made a month-long offer of cease-fire.
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February - 26 
On February 26, army sources said that its troops and personnel of the Assam Rifles would suspend counter-insurgency operations in Manipur for 15 days from March 1 in view of the forthcoming Holi festival and asked the terrorist outfits to respect th
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On February 26, army sources said that its troops and personnel of the Assam Rifles would suspend counter-insurgency operations in Manipur for 15 days from March 1 in view of the forthcoming Holi festival and asked the terrorist outfits to respect this ``peace opportunity''.
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February - 26 
On February 26, left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the People’s War Group (PWG), damaged a weigh-bridge and took away Rs. 19,000 in cash at Ambarpur village, Krishna district. According to official sources, they also demanded that its owner pay Rs 2
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On February 26, left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the People’s War Group (PWG), damaged a weigh-bridge and took away Rs. 19,000 in cash at Ambarpur village, Krishna district. According to official sources, they also demanded that its owner pay Rs 22 lakhs to them in Khammam district by March 2, 2001.
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February - 26 
On February 26, the Supreme Court of India expressed the fear that unchecked migration of the citizens of Bangladesh to India might pose a threat, both to the economy and the security of the country. Hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking
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On February 26, the Supreme Court of India expressed the fear that unchecked migration of the citizens of Bangladesh to India might pose a threat, both to the economy and the security of the country. Hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a direction to the government to stop the menace of illegal entry of foreign citizens into the country, the Apex Court observed, ``They are eating into the economy of the country and, to a large extent, are becoming a security threat.'' The court said the government needed to take exemplary steps like deporting some of the illegal migrants. Till such steps were taken, there would be no stop to this kind of migration, it added.
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February - 26 
The Jharkhand Government has reportedly prepared a 'Surrender policy' to deal with the problem of left-wing extremism, Naxalism, in the State. The proposed policy includes provisions for rehabilitation and financial assistance to those extremists who
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The Jharkhand Government has reportedly prepared a 'Surrender policy' to deal with the problem of left-wing extremism, Naxalism, in the State. The proposed policy includes provisions for rehabilitation and financial assistance to those extremists who surrender. According to media reports, the policy is to be announced in the ensuing session of the Jharkhand State Legislative Assembly.
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February - 26 
The Union government is ``actively considering'' the proposal of the Nagaland Government to extend the ongoing three- year-old ceasefire agreement with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN- Isaac-Muivah) to two other major insurgent group
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The Union government is ``actively considering'' the proposal of the Nagaland Government to extend the ongoing three- year-old ceasefire agreement with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN- Isaac-Muivah) to two other major insurgent groups in the State––the Khaplang faction of the NSCN and the Naga Federal Group (NFG). It could come about during the ongoing budget session of Parliament. Though the NSCN (I-M) has expressed itself against the move, the Union government is most likely to rope in the NSCN (K) and the NFG into the ceasefire. Union Home Minister Advani, meanwhile, said since September 2000 there had been only one or two stray killings every month as against 17 killings a month prior to the ceasefire. During the three-year period preceding the ceasefire, the number of civilians and security personnel killed was 378 as against 112 since July 1997.
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February - 26 
Two suspected terrorists were arrested in separate incidents at Awantipora and Kupwara. Some explosives, ammunition and a radio set were recovered from the arrested terrorists.
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Two suspected terrorists were arrested in separate incidents at Awantipora and Kupwara. Some explosives, ammunition and a radio set were recovered from the arrested terrorists.
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February - 26 
A rocket attack was reported in Quetta on February 26. However, no casualty was immediately reported. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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A rocket attack was reported in Quetta on February 26. However, no casualty was immediately reported. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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February - 26 
A Tehreek-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP) activist was killed by unidentified terrorists on February 26 in Vehari. Consequent to the killing, the police arrested many activists of the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) from various parts of the district.
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A Tehreek-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP) activist was killed by unidentified terrorists on February 26 in Vehari. Consequent to the killing, the police arrested many activists of the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) from various parts of the district.
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February - 26 
According to delayed reports, a leader of the Tehreek-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP), Syed Tanvir Hussain Shah was killed by unidentified terrorists in Wajihanwala at Khanewal, on February 26. Official sources said the terrorists before fleeing also left a
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According to delayed reports, a leader of the Tehreek-e-Jaferia Pakistan (TJP), Syed Tanvir Hussain Shah was killed by unidentified terrorists in Wajihanwala at Khanewal, on February 26. Official sources said the terrorists before fleeing also left a note in which it was inscribed that they belonged to Lashkar-e-Jhangvi.
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February - 26 
The Frontier Corps (FC) has seized a huge cache of arms and ammunition, at Chaman, a town on the Pakistan-Afghanistan border on February 26. However, no arrests were made as the gunrunners had escaped even before the FC raid commenced.
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The Frontier Corps (FC) has seized a huge cache of arms and ammunition, at Chaman, a town on the Pakistan-Afghanistan border on February 26. However, no arrests were made as the gunrunners had escaped even before the FC raid commenced.
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The Rawalpindi Police arrested 30 activists of the SSP on February 27 under the Maintenance of Public Order Act while six other SSP activists were arrested on February 26 for activities detrimental to peace and order in the city.
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The Rawalpindi Police arrested 30 activists of the SSP on February 27 under the Maintenance of Public Order Act while six other SSP activists were arrested on February 26 for activities detrimental to peace and order in the city.
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February - 26 
The Maoist insurgents, in a statement released in Kathmandu, on February 26, called for an interim government and a ‘people’s constitution’ to resolve the present "grave political crisis". The statement also added that a meeting of political parties,
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The Maoist insurgents, in a statement released in Kathmandu, on February 26, called for an interim government and a ‘people’s constitution’ to resolve the present "grave political crisis". The statement also added that a meeting of political parties, organisations and representatives of the people should elect the interim government.
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February - 26 
At least 15 associates of the abductors of Europeans in the forests in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) area, who tried to join the abductors failed as the army has cordoned the area. Meanwhile, the French Ambassador to Bangladesh has said that the e
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At least 15 associates of the abductors of Europeans in the forests in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) area, who tried to join the abductors failed as the army has cordoned the area. Meanwhile, the French Ambassador to Bangladesh has said that the entire European community is concerned over the abduction of three foreign nationals.
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February - 26 
The Bangladesh authorities have been able to identify those who are holding one British and two Danish nationals as hostages in the interiors of the Kalapahar forest since February 16.
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The Bangladesh authorities have been able to identify those who are holding one British and two Danish nationals as hostages in the interiors of the Kalapahar forest since February 16.
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February - 26 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga said in an interview to television channel that peace talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) could begin within the next two months, the Sri Lankan media reported on February 26. Norway would act as the
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga said in an interview to television channel that peace talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) could begin within the next two months, the Sri Lankan media reported on February 26. Norway would act as the facilitator for the talks the President added. Also, the President said the LTTE had pleaded for time, for two months, to enable tit to prepare for the talks.
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February - 26 
Separately, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) fired mortar shells in the Muhamalai and Karativu general areas, a day earlier, on February 26. No casualties were, however, reported in these incidents. On the same day, troops evacuated a civi
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Separately, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) fired mortar shells in the Muhamalai and Karativu general areas, a day earlier, on February 26. No casualties were, however, reported in these incidents. On the same day, troops evacuated a civilian allegedly wounded by unidentified armed, assailants from the Navaly general area, near Sandilipay, in the Jaffna peninsula.
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February - 26 
The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels fired mortar and artillery shells towards the forward defence lines in the Muhamalai and general area and Karativu, in the Jaffna peninsula respectively, on February 26. No casua
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The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels fired mortar and artillery shells towards the forward defence lines in the Muhamalai and general area and Karativu, in the Jaffna peninsula respectively, on February 26. No casualties were, however, reported in both the incidents. Also on the same day, in the Wanni, a soldier was injured in a grenade attack by the LTTE at Asikulam in Vavuniya.
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February - 27 
A activist was injured in a terrorist attack at Pulwama.
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A activist was injured in a terrorist attack at Pulwama.
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February - 27 
A former terrorist was attacked and killed by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir in Srinagar, on February 27. In the same city, unidentified gunmen killed two civilians, reportedly the activists of the ruling National Conference (NC).
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A former terrorist was attacked and killed by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir in Srinagar, on February 27. In the same city, unidentified gunmen killed two civilians, reportedly the activists of the ruling National Conference (NC).
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February - 27 
Another dead body was recovered from Brangi Nallah in Anantnag district.
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Another dead body was recovered from Brangi Nallah in Anantnag district.
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February - 27 
Bangladesh has rejected the Indian Supreme Court's comment that incidents of illegal immigration by Bangladeshis into India was increasing and they were posing a threat to the country's economy and security. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs
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Bangladesh has rejected the Indian Supreme Court's comment that incidents of illegal immigration by Bangladeshis into India was increasing and they were posing a threat to the country's economy and security. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Abul Hassan Chowdhury told the BBC that it was not right to give a statement on the comment of a court of a foreign country. At the same time, he said no illegal infiltration by Bangladeshis into India had ever taken place in the past. On February 26, a three-judge bench presided over by the Chief Justice of the Indian Supreme Court made the comment during a hearing on a public interest litigation filed by an Indian national.
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February - 27 
In an incident, 11 civilians were injured when a grenade lobbed by terrorists on a security force target missed and exploded on the road.
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In an incident, 11 civilians were injured when a grenade lobbed by terrorists on a security force target missed and exploded on the road.
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February - 27 
In Baramulla district, a ‘district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) surrendered. The surrendered terrorist, Jehangir Ahmad Khan was reportedly involved in several incidents of terrorist violence and was carrying a reward.
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In Baramulla district, a ‘district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) surrendered. The surrendered terrorist, Jehangir Ahmad Khan was reportedly involved in several incidents of terrorist violence and was carrying a reward.
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February - 27 
On February 27, Manipur Chief Minister Radhabinod Koijam declared a unilateral ceasefire to all terrorist organisations operating in the State for one month from March 1 in view of the forthcoming Holi festival. He said State police and Central Para
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On February 27, Manipur Chief Minister Radhabinod Koijam declared a unilateral ceasefire to all terrorist organisations operating in the State for one month from March 1 in view of the forthcoming Holi festival. He said State police and Central Para Military Forces would not carry out any action against the terrorists. Koijam expressed the hope that the Union Government would support the State government's decision to declare unilateral ceasefire to about 17 insurgent outfits operating in the region.
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February - 27 
On February 27, six unidentified persons abducted a ‘self-styled Lieutenant’ of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), from Tejiapara village, Darrang Dist, who surrendered before the authorities in October 2000.
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On February 27, six unidentified persons abducted a ‘self-styled Lieutenant’ of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), from Tejiapara village, Darrang Dist, who surrendered before the authorities in October 2000.
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February - 27 
On February 27, Union Home Minister LK Advani said in the Lok Sabha that it was not cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir but stoppage of combat operations in the State against terrorists. Replying a question, he said, "[The] Prime Minister has never said
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On February 27, Union Home Minister LK Advani said in the Lok Sabha that it was not cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir but stoppage of combat operations in the State against terrorists. Replying a question, he said, "[The] Prime Minister has never said that it was cease-fire but the government has only instructed the defence forces not to open fire but respond to militant attacks. Since this move came into effect, in the last three months 184 terrorists have been killed by security forces". He also added that in the wake of this action by the government, Pakistan, which has been aiding and abetting terrorism in the State, has been isolated internationally and that international opinion, too, has been building up against that country to stop this action.
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February - 27 
On February 27, virtually announcing its writ as a parallel government, the underground National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah NSCN (I-M) announced exemption from what it termed as 'loyalty taxes' to certain categories of commercial ent
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On February 27, virtually announcing its writ as a parallel government, the underground National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah NSCN (I-M) announced exemption from what it termed as 'loyalty taxes' to certain categories of commercial enterprises for two years to boost economic activities in Nagalim, the Naga-inhabited areas of the Northeast. The 'tax exemption' would cover newly established enterprises, privately-owned or otherwise, which have not completed two years of functioning, NSCN (I-M) information and publication secretary V Horam said in a release in Kohima. The terrorist group, which is engaged in talks with the Union Government after a ceasefire agreement in July 1997, also offered 'tax exemption' to industries which are being revived, specially the public sector Tuli Pulp and Paper Mills, Dimapur Sugar Mills and Wazebo cement factory. However, 'loyalty taxes' from other enterprises not specified in the list and percentage deduction of salaries from employees of all categories would be realised as before. The NSCN (I-M) appealed to all concerned to avail 'this privilege through the ministry of chaplee (finance affairs) of the underground government'.
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February - 27 
One terrorist was killed by security forces at Changoo.
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One terrorist was killed by security forces at Changoo.
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February - 27 
Security forces reported that two terrorist hideouts were raided in Doda and Rajouri and some arms, ammunition, explosive equipment and a rocket launcher recovered on February 27.
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Security forces reported that two terrorist hideouts were raided in Doda and Rajouri and some arms, ammunition, explosive equipment and a rocket launcher recovered on February 27.
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February - 27 
Two civilians were killed in an attack by unidentified terrorists in Srinagar on February 27. In the same city, a former terrorist was killed by unidentified terrorists on the banks of the Dal Lake. In separate incidents, two unidentified bodies, sus
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Two civilians were killed in an attack by unidentified terrorists in Srinagar on February 27. In the same city, a former terrorist was killed by unidentified terrorists on the banks of the Dal Lake. In separate incidents, two unidentified bodies, suspected to be victims of terrorist violence, were recovered from Sangrampora and Wayiloo.
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February - 27 
Visiting Moroccan King Mohammed VI, on February 27, commended Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee’s peace initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir and condemned international terrorism in all its forms. He reiterated his country’s resolve to work in tandem w
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Visiting Moroccan King Mohammed VI, on February 27, commended Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee’s peace initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir and condemned international terrorism in all its forms. He reiterated his country’s resolve to work in tandem with India to strengthen international efforts for an early finalisation of a comprehensive convention on international terrorism.
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February - 27 
Chief Executive General Pervez Musharraf, on February 27, called upon India not to delay the resumption of a dialogue and the sending of a delegation of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) to Pakistan. He said this while talking to a visiting
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Chief Executive General Pervez Musharraf, on February 27, called upon India not to delay the resumption of a dialogue and the sending of a delegation of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) to Pakistan. He said this while talking to a visiting Indian delegation of former defence forces’ officers in Islamabad. According to him, the failure to initiate talks would reflect the perception that India was not sincere in solving the Kashmir issue.
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February - 27 
Five persons were injured in a bomb explosion in Lahore on February 27. Official sources in Lahore said the blast might have been in reaction to the government's recent anti-sectarian policies.
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Five persons were injured in a bomb explosion in Lahore on February 27. Official sources in Lahore said the blast might have been in reaction to the government's recent anti-sectarian policies.
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February - 27 
In an incident, the Kohat Anti Narcotics Force recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition in Karachi, on February 27, and arrested one person.
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In an incident, the Kohat Anti Narcotics Force recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition in Karachi, on February 27, and arrested one person.
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February - 27 
Shoukat Maqbool Butt, Chief of the National Liberation Front (NLF) and a leader of the All Parties National Alliance (APNA), addressing media personnel in Muzaffarabad, on February 27, asked the terrorist outfits in Jammu and Kashmir to cease their o
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Shoukat Maqbool Butt, Chief of the National Liberation Front (NLF) and a leader of the All Parties National Alliance (APNA), addressing media personnel in Muzaffarabad, on February 27, asked the terrorist outfits in Jammu and Kashmir to cease their operations against the Indian security forces. According to him, "We welcome the extension in cease-fire by India because it has provided relief to the people of the border areas and also ask the mujahideen groups to accept it. They should not only accept the cease-fire but also reciprocate in the same manner".
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February - 27 
The Representative Ulema Committee nominated by prominent Ulema (Religious scholars) belonging to all sects of Karachi unanimously chalked out, on February 27, a Code of Conduct to eliminate sectarian violence. Among the important sections of the
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The Representative Ulema Committee nominated by prominent Ulema (Religious scholars) belonging to all sects of Karachi unanimously chalked out, on February 27, a Code of Conduct to eliminate sectarian violence. Among the important sections of the Code of Conduct are: Consider terrorism in the name of religion and killings against tenets of Islam and condemn the same vehemently; Consider the declaration of an Islamic sect as `Kafir' and declaring them as deserving to be killed as un-Islamic and a hated act; Every scholar to adopt a positive posture and not indulge in provocation; No side will deliver speeches at religious gatherings that may prove injurious to the feelings of others; There is to be a complete ban on keeping illegal arms and weapons in mosques and religious institutions and carrying the same in meeting places and processions; There will be a complete ban on distribution and publication of literature, pamphlets, posters, handbills, and banners, carrying sectarian and injurious material; The administration will take action without any discrimination for the recovery of illegal arms.
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February - 27 
A Bangladeshi newspaper, Bhorer Kagoj, said, on February 27, that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajed has sought an early end to the crisis surrounding the abduction of three Europeans, even at the cost of 1.6 million dollar ransom. Sheikh Hasina inst
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A Bangladeshi newspaper, Bhorer Kagoj, said, on February 27, that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajed has sought an early end to the crisis surrounding the abduction of three Europeans, even at the cost of 1.6 million dollar ransom. Sheikh Hasina instructed negotiators to find a peaceful settlement to the issue. Unidentified tribesmen abducted the Europeans on February 16 in Rangamati hill district. The abductors, meanwhile, reportedly changed their hideout in the Kalapahar area, taking the hostages along with them. Also, security has been stepped up in Rangamati town after an anonymous caller rang up the police and threatened to bomb hotels where several foreign and local journalists are staying to cover the hostage crisis.
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February - 27 
Bangladesh has rejected the Indian Supreme Court's comment that incidents of illegal immigration by Bangladeshis into India was increasing and they were posing a threat to the country's economy and security. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs
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Bangladesh has rejected the Indian Supreme Court's comment that incidents of illegal immigration by Bangladeshis into India was increasing and they were posing a threat to the country's economy and security. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Abul Hassan Chowdhury told the BBC that it was not right to give a statement on the comment of a court of a foreign country. At the same time, he said no illegal infiltration by Bangladeshis into India had ever taken place in the past. On February 26, a three-judge bench presided over by the Chief Justice of the Indian Supreme Court made the comment during a hearing on a public interest litigation filed by an Indian national.
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February - 27 
A media report said the Sri Lankan Air Force would be celebrating its Golden Jubilee on March 9, 2001. President Chandrika Kumaratunga shall inaugurate the celebrations. Indian, Pakistani and Bangladesh Air Force have been invited to attend the celeb
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A media report said the Sri Lankan Air Force would be celebrating its Golden Jubilee on March 9, 2001. President Chandrika Kumaratunga shall inaugurate the celebrations. Indian, Pakistani and Bangladesh Air Force have been invited to attend the celebrations.
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February - 27 
On the political front, government-owned media said, on February 27, that the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF), the All Ceylon Tamil Congress (ACTC) and the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organization (TELO) sought an appointment with the British Prime M
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On the political front, government-owned media said, on February 27, that the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF), the All Ceylon Tamil Congress (ACTC) and the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organization (TELO) sought an appointment with the British Prime Minister to lobby with him not to proscribe the LTTE. The request for a audience was turned down.
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February - 27 
Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, alleged that the Army has imposed an embargo on the Vakarai region, 60km north of Batticaloa in the East, since February 27, 2001 and prevented residents from carrying essential commodities. There are more than 16 villag
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Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, alleged that the Army has imposed an embargo on the Vakarai region, 60km north of Batticaloa in the East, since February 27, 2001 and prevented residents from carrying essential commodities. There are more than 16 villages in this region. The LTTE controls the coast and hinterland north of Maankerni, as well as the government Cashew farm.
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February - 27 
The government, meanwhile, said, on February 27, the LTTE was holding training camps in Thoppigala and Kanchikuddiaru in the east and went on to add that several of the internees, including children, were being held there forcibly.
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The government, meanwhile, said, on February 27, the LTTE was holding training camps in Thoppigala and Kanchikuddiaru in the east and went on to add that several of the internees, including children, were being held there forcibly.
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February - 27 
The Sri Lankan Army said troops on mine clearing patrol were caught in a booby trap and two soldiers were wounded in the explosion, on February 27, in the Kilaly general area.
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The Sri Lankan Army said troops on mine clearing patrol were caught in a booby trap and two soldiers were wounded in the explosion, on February 27, in the Kilaly general area.
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February - 28 
21 terrorist organisations, including the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM), Babbar Khalsa, International Sikh Youth Federation and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were banned in the UK under th
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21 terrorist organisations, including the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM), Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM), Babbar Khalsa, International Sikh Youth Federation and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were banned in the UK under the new Terrorism Act, 2000. Home Secretary Jack Straw made the announcement in the House of Commons on February 28. The Act is designed to stop funding and support for UK-based terrorist groups.
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February - 28 
Meanwhile, in an another incident, security forces busted a temporary NDFB terrorist camp at Soraikhola Reserve Forest, in Kokrajhar Dist, and recovered some medicines and camp materials. However, no casualitied were reported on either side.
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Meanwhile, in an another incident, security forces busted a temporary NDFB terrorist camp at Soraikhola Reserve Forest, in Kokrajhar Dist, and recovered some medicines and camp materials. However, no casualitied were reported on either side.
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February - 28 
On the night of February 28, five security force personnel were injured when unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir attacked a police camp at Kulgam in Anantnag district. In Baramulla district, unidentified terrorists opened fire at a civilian
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On the night of February 28, five security force personnel were injured when unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir attacked a police camp at Kulgam in Anantnag district. In Baramulla district, unidentified terrorists opened fire at a civilian residence and injured three civilians at Wagub-Sopore.
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February - 28 
One security force personnel was injured in a landmine explosion at Tahab in Pulwama district on February 28. According to a news report, however, the Hizb-ul Mujahideen (HuM), which claimed responsibility for the blast, claimed that six personnel we
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One security force personnel was injured in a landmine explosion at Tahab in Pulwama district on February 28. According to a news report, however, the Hizb-ul Mujahideen (HuM), which claimed responsibility for the blast, claimed that six personnel were either killed or injured. In another incident, three civilians were injured when a grenade lobbed by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir at a security force picket at Kulgam, Anantnag district, missed the target and exploded on the road.
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February - 28 
Police also claimed to have busted an illegal arms-manufacturing factory in the cantonment area in Kanpur and arrested its kingpin, on February 28. Police also seized a .315 bore pistol, 12 other pistols, two country-made revolvers and equipment used
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Police also claimed to have busted an illegal arms-manufacturing factory in the cantonment area in Kanpur and arrested its kingpin, on February 28. Police also seized a .315 bore pistol, 12 other pistols, two country-made revolvers and equipment used in the manufacturing of arms.
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February - 28 
The Chief of the Al-Badr, Bakht Zamin, in an interview to Radio Teheran, said, "[Jehad is] in line with the teachings of the Quran and the Holy Prophet and is directed against the usurper Indian forces in occupied Kashmir and not against the Pakistan
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The Chief of the Al-Badr, Bakht Zamin, in an interview to Radio Teheran, said, "[Jehad is] in line with the teachings of the Quran and the Holy Prophet and is directed against the usurper Indian forces in occupied Kashmir and not against the Pakistani government or Pakistan. We are committed to the laws of Pakistan and our Mujahideen do not carry out any activity prejudicial to the laws of Pakistan. We have asked the people of Pakistan to continue to support the oppressed Muslims of Kashmir as they have contributed in the past. "
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February - 28 
The West Bengal government, on February 28, approved the creation of 107 additional posts in the intelligence branch to check the high level of infiltration in the border areas of the State. The existing border security arrangement along the Indo-Ban
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The West Bengal government, on February 28, approved the creation of 107 additional posts in the intelligence branch to check the high level of infiltration in the border areas of the State. The existing border security arrangement along the Indo-Bangladesh border has many loopholes that attracted several terrorist groups to use this border for illegal infiltration and smuggling. The Supreme Court in a recent judgment has asked the States to spruce up vigilance in the border areas, and the State government’s decision is being viewed as a step to enforce this judgment.
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February - 28 
With the arrest of four suspected agents of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in Muzaffarnagar district, on February 28, police claimed to have busted an international gang allegedly responsible for circulating fake currency across the cou
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With the arrest of four suspected agents of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in Muzaffarnagar district, on February 28, police claimed to have busted an international gang allegedly responsible for circulating fake currency across the country and neighbouring countries like Nepal. Fake currency notes worth Rs 90,000 were seized from them. The four arrested ISI agents are reported to be members of an international gang.
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February - 28 
In another incident, a bomb hoax was reported from Bahawalpur on February 28. According to official sources, an anonymous caller told the Kotwali police station that the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan had planted a bomb at the Government Girls High School,
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In another incident, a bomb hoax was reported from Bahawalpur on February 28. According to official sources, an anonymous caller told the Kotwali police station that the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan had planted a bomb at the Government Girls High School, Multani Gate. The bomb disposal squad on a consequent search found that it was a hoax call.
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February - 28 
Official sources in Karachi said, on February 28, sectarian violence had claimed 21 lives in January and February 2001, in the city. Sources also added that in the year 2000, 84 people were killed in terrorist attacks in the city. Since October 12, 1
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Official sources in Karachi said, on February 28, sectarian violence had claimed 21 lives in January and February 2001, in the city. Sources also added that in the year 2000, 84 people were killed in terrorist attacks in the city. Since October 12, 1999, when the military regime took office in Pakistan, 110 people have been killed in terrorism-related incidents.
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February - 28 
One person was killed and six others injured in an encounter between the protesting Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) activists and police at Mohallah Piplianwala in Jhang on February 28 consequent to the execution of Sipah leader Haq Nawaz Jhangvi on th
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One person was killed and six others injured in an encounter between the protesting Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) activists and police at Mohallah Piplianwala in Jhang on February 28 consequent to the execution of Sipah leader Haq Nawaz Jhangvi on the same day. Later at the funeral, SSP leader Sheikh Hakim Ali, while warning of countrywide protests, said, "The government is responsible for killing our brother. It is done to please Iran."
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February - 28 
Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) leader Haq Nawaz Jhangvi, proved guilty of killing the Iranian Consul General, Agha Sadiq Ganji, in December 1990, was executed early in the morning on February 28 at the Mianwali Jail. According to official sources, str
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Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) leader Haq Nawaz Jhangvi, proved guilty of killing the Iranian Consul General, Agha Sadiq Ganji, in December 1990, was executed early in the morning on February 28 at the Mianwali Jail. According to official sources, strict security measures had been arranged to avoid any untoward incident in this connection. As reported earlier, the police had arrested hundreds of Sipah activists for fear of violent protests after Jhangvi's execution and possible clashes between rival sectarian groups from the majority Sunni and the minority Shi'ite sects.
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February - 28 
The Chairman of the Mohajir Qaumi Movement – Haquiqi (MQM-H), Afaq Ahmad claimed in Karachi on February 28 that Interior Minister Moinuddin Haidar was "patronising the London-based ‘terrorist group’ and will be responsible for its anti-Pakistan act".
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The Chairman of the Mohajir Qaumi Movement – Haquiqi (MQM-H), Afaq Ahmad claimed in Karachi on February 28 that Interior Minister Moinuddin Haidar was "patronising the London-based ‘terrorist group’ and will be responsible for its anti-Pakistan act". He alleged that the Minister not only helped the MQM-A activists in their release from jails but also provided them with facilities to travel abroad. He pointed that leader of the London-based group announced to visit India to seek the help of that country while the Interior Minister and other agencies were patronising him and his supporters openly.
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February - 28 
The Chief of the Al-Badr, Bakht Zamin, in an interview to Radio Teheran, said, "[Jehad is] in line with the teachings of the Quran and the Holy Prophet and is directed against the usurper Indian forces in occupied Kashmir and not against the Pakistan
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The Chief of the Al-Badr, Bakht Zamin, in an interview to Radio Teheran, said, "[Jehad is] in line with the teachings of the Quran and the Holy Prophet and is directed against the usurper Indian forces in occupied Kashmir and not against the Pakistani government or Pakistan. We are committed to the laws of Pakistan and our Mujahideen do not carry out any activity prejudicial to the laws of Pakistan. We have asked the people of Pakistan to continue to support the oppressed Muslims of Kashmir as they have contributed in the past. "
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February - 28 
The Chief of the Tanzeem-ul-Ikhwan, Maulana Amir Akram Awan, in an interview to a Pakistani monthly The Voice, on February 28, asked the government to implement Islamic Shariah in the country in line with it's promise, or "get ready to face the wrath
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The Chief of the Tanzeem-ul-Ikhwan, Maulana Amir Akram Awan, in an interview to a Pakistani monthly The Voice, on February 28, asked the government to implement Islamic Shariah in the country in line with it's promise, or "get ready to face the wrath of the people who are poised to storm capital on March 7". Replying to a question regarding the government's response, Maulana Akram said the government was under pressure and had no other choice.
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February - 28 
Three police personnel were injured in an ambush laid by Maoist insurgents on February 28 at a forest in the Ramechaap district. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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Three police personnel were injured in an ambush laid by Maoist insurgents on February 28 at a forest in the Ramechaap district. No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.
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February - 28 
According to media reports, Bhutan has warned its people to be prepared for armed conflicts with terrorist groups operating in India having hideouts in the dense forests in this Himalayan Kingdom. These groups have refused to leave the country. Bhuta
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According to media reports, Bhutan has warned its people to be prepared for armed conflicts with terrorist groups operating in India having hideouts in the dense forests in this Himalayan Kingdom. These groups have refused to leave the country. Bhutan’s Home Minister, Lyonpo Thinley Gyamtsho reportedly said at a government meeting that Bhutan was on the brink of an armed conflict and its security and sovereignty were under serious threat. The media quoted King Jigme Singye Wangchuk as saying, if the Indian rebels remained in Bhutan there was ‘every possibility of Bhutanese territory becoming a war zone with armed conflict breaking out with militants’.
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February - 28 
On February 28, the Government decided to launch a multi-channel communication campaign along with the ongoing efforts to persuade the tribal abductors to free the three foreign nationals held hostage.
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On February 28, the Government decided to launch a multi-channel communication campaign along with the ongoing efforts to persuade the tribal abductors to free the three foreign nationals held hostage.
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February - 28 
A day earlier, on February 28, two LTTE rebels were killed in an ambush laid by troops in the Kattiratan general area, near Muhamalai. Also, the LTTE Nagarkovil fired mortar shells at troops in Nagarkovil.
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A day earlier, on February 28, two LTTE rebels were killed in an ambush laid by troops in the Kattiratan general area, near Muhamalai. Also, the LTTE Nagarkovil fired mortar shells at troops in Nagarkovil.
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February - 28 
On February 28, the Government decided to launch a multi-channel communication campaign along with the ongoing efforts to persuade the tribal abductors to free the three foreign nationals held hostage.
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On February 28, the Government decided to launch a multi-channel communication campaign along with the ongoing efforts to persuade the tribal abductors to free the three foreign nationals held hostage.
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February - 28 
Soldiers fired at and wounded four LTTE cadres at a place north of Periyamadu, in Mannar. A delayed report said, seven LTTE rebels might have been killed in an ambush laid by troops, on February, in the general area south of Palampiddy, north of Madh
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Soldiers fired at and wounded four LTTE cadres at a place north of Periyamadu, in Mannar. A delayed report said, seven LTTE rebels might have been killed in an ambush laid by troops, on February, in the general area south of Palampiddy, north of Madhu.
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February - 28 
Speaking on the eve of the Golden Jubilee anniversary of the Air Force, the Air Chief said, ""The LTTE can be defeated as demonstrated by recent successes. All these years we have been trying to match the LTTE's firepower but a change in strategy to
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Speaking on the eve of the Golden Jubilee anniversary of the Air Force, the Air Chief said, ""The LTTE can be defeated as demonstrated by recent successes. All these years we have been trying to match the LTTE's firepower but a change in strategy to acquiring superior arms and equipment has resulted in us being able to both attack and defend when the situation demands."
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February - 28 
The LTTE, meanwhile, said the British decision to proscribe the organisation would ‘impose severe restraints’ on the Norwegian peace initiative. Chief negotiator Anton Balasingham said in London, on February 28, "[the ban will] adversely affect Tamil
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The LTTE, meanwhile, said the British decision to proscribe the organisation would ‘impose severe restraints’ on the Norwegian peace initiative. Chief negotiator Anton Balasingham said in London, on February 28, "[the ban will] adversely affect Tamil interests and severely undermine the current peace initiatives [and] will encourage the repressive Sri Lankan regime to be more uncompromising, intransigent and to adopt a military path of State violence, terrorism and war."
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*Data till , May 08, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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