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February - 1 
A worker of the Congress party, identified as Abdul Bashar, was shot dead by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, while he was on his way to Kacharipam near Dergaon town in the Golaghat district on February 1, according to The Hindu.
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A worker of the Congress party, identified as Abdul Bashar, was shot dead by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, while he was on his way to Kacharipam near Dergaon town in the Golaghat district on February 1, according to The Hindu.
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February - 1 
Chief Minister J.D. Rymbai is reported to have responded positively to the offer made by the Assam-based United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) for peace talks in the Block I and Block II areas along Assam- Meghalaya border, reports Shillong Ti
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Chief Minister J.D. Rymbai is reported to have responded positively to the offer made by the Assam-based United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) for peace talks in the Block I and Block II areas along Assam- Meghalaya border, reports Shillong Times. The Chief Minister said that it was a positive move on the part of the militant outfit to recognise the Khasi-Pnar people as "sons of the soil of Karbi Anglong," which would help in ending the reign of terror in these two areas since the last five years.
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February - 1 
Inspector-General of Police R.M. Singh confirmed on February 1 that a junior engineer of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), M. Ganeshan, who was abducted by the ULFA from Gitibari in the Udalguri district on December 22, was kept in confinement in
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Inspector-General of Police R.M. Singh confirmed on February 1 that a junior engineer of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), M. Ganeshan, who was abducted by the ULFA from Gitibari in the Udalguri district on December 22, was kept in confinement in Bhutan, reports Telegraph. According to police sources, the junior engineer was released along the India-Bhutan border in the Baska district. However, the BRO sources claimed that he was freed in the Sandrup Jongkhar district of Bhutan. Ganeshan told the police that he was made to walk for three to four hours everyday and was blindfolded each time. The ULFA had initially asked for INR 3 crore to release Ganeshan, and later reduced it to INR 50 lakh
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February - 1 
Meanwhile, the NSCN-IM warned the Union Government that it will not talk to the new chairman of the ceasefire monitoring mechanism. Reports added that V.S. Atem, a NSCN-IM leader, in a letter to the Union Home Secretary V.K. Duggal, accused the Union
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Meanwhile, the NSCN-IM warned the Union Government that it will not talk to the new chairman of the ceasefire monitoring mechanism. Reports added that V.S. Atem, a NSCN-IM leader, in a letter to the Union Home Secretary V.K. Duggal, accused the Union Government of having a hidden agenda and asked him to clarify the rationale behind the replacement of the interlocutor.
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On February 1, the Special Task Force of Uttar Pradesh Police claimed to have arrested an agent of the Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from Varanasi when he was passing certain sensitive information to a person on telephone, reports ANI.
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On February 1, the Special Task Force of Uttar Pradesh Police claimed to have arrested an agent of the Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from Varanasi when he was passing certain sensitive information to a person on telephone, reports ANI. Several sensitive documents including a map of the Harish Chandra Atomic Research Centre in Allahabad, information about Indian army bases and infrastructure in Uttar Pradesh, documents connected to India's planned purchase of T-90 tanks from Russia and Indian troop movements and counter-militancy operations in Punjab were recovered from him. Police claimed that the agent was involved in such activities since 2001. The accused Javed Akhtar is reported be a resident of Allahabad and two of his brothers are living in Lahore. M. S. Shukla, Inspector of Police, Cantonment Police Station, Varanasi said, "We have all his records. He was talking to someone in Pakistan again and again and giving information. He is an agent of ISI and there are no doubts regarding that."
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On February 1, two cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were killed in an encounter with the police personnel in the forest areas of Peruru in Vajedu mandal (administrative division) of Khammam district, reports New Indian Expre
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On February 1, two cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were killed in an encounter with the police personnel in the forest areas of Peruru in Vajedu mandal (administrative division) of Khammam district, reports New Indian Express. The forest area is situated on the the Khammam-Chattisgarh border. A self loading rifle and a .303 rifle were recovered from the killed Maoists. Police said that they are yet to establish the identity of the killed Maoists.
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February - 1 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) said that the outfit’s ‘makeshift’ camp at Saijang in the Kohima district was attacked on February 1 by a combined force of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM),
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) said that the outfit’s ‘makeshift’ camp at Saijang in the Kohima district was attacked on February 1 by a combined force of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), "PREPAK, KYKL, KRA, UPDS and DHD (Anti-talk party)" numbering about 150 cadres, according to Morung Express. During the encounter, five militants of the NSCN-IM were shot dead while two NSCN-K militants was killed and one weapon was lost, said Anie Konyak, ‘Under Secretary’ of the NSCN-K.
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Intelligence agencies have arrested 11 militants, including one linked to a Taliban commander, and hope they can lead to a group of suicide bombers operating in Karachi, officials said on February 1, according to AFP. The militants, all from banned J
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Intelligence agencies have arrested 11 militants, including one linked to a Taliban commander, and hope they can lead to a group of suicide bombers operating in Karachi, officials said on February 1, according to AFP. The militants, all from banned Jihadi groups, were arrested during the weekend in Karachi and Hyderabad, a senior official of the Sindh interior department said. The key suspect reportedly has ties to Baitullah Mahsud, a wanted militant commander in North Waziristan, the official added.
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On February 1, the Special Task Force of Uttar Pradesh Police claimed to have arrested an agent of the Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from Varanasi when he was passing certain sensitive information to a person on telephone, reports ANI.
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On February 1, the Special Task Force of Uttar Pradesh Police claimed to have arrested an agent of the Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from Varanasi when he was passing certain sensitive information to a person on telephone, reports ANI. Several sensitive documents including a map of the Harish Chandra Atomic Research Centre in Allahabad, information about Indian army bases and infrastructure in Uttar Pradesh, documents connected to India's planned purchase of T-90 tanks from Russia and Indian troop movements and counter-militancy operations in Punjab were recovered from him. Police claimed that the agent was involved in such activities since 2001. The accused Javed Akhtar is reported be a resident of Allahabad and two of his brothers are living in Lahore. M. S. Shukla, Inspector of Police, Cantonment Police Station, Varanasi said, "We have all his records. He was talking to someone in Pakistan again and again and giving information. He is an agent of ISI and there are no doubts regarding that."
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February - 1 
Suspected militants ambushed a van and killed two government officials and a police personnel in North Waziristan on February 1, according to Daily Times. Two Communication and Works Department officials and police personnel Nekmatullah were on their
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Suspected militants ambushed a van and killed two government officials and a police personnel in North Waziristan on February 1, according to Daily Times. Two Communication and Works Department officials and police personnel Nekmatullah were on their way to Mir Ali when four gunmen in a vehicle fired at their van, killing all three on the spot and wounding three others. AFP reported the government officials’ van was carrying the salaries of tribal police from Miranshah to North Waziristan.
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Two civilians were killed in a bomb blast at Bara in the North West frontier Province (NWFP) on February 1, according to Daily Times. Official sources said a civilian, identified as Dakhan, was inspecting a bomb at home – after his neighbour Bilal fo
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Two civilians were killed in a bomb blast at Bara in the North West frontier Province (NWFP) on February 1, according to Daily Times. Official sources said a civilian, identified as Dakhan, was inspecting a bomb at home – after his neighbour Bilal found it in the nearby fields – when the blast occurred, killing Dakhan and his daughter-in-law and injuring six persons, including five children.
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Unidentified men fired two rockets at the Gwadar port area on February 1-night, suspending power supply to the entire district for several hours, according to Daily Times. Both rockets were fired from Padi Zar, the eastern part of the city, at about
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Unidentified men fired two rockets at the Gwadar port area on February 1-night, suspending power supply to the entire district for several hours, according to Daily Times. Both rockets were fired from Padi Zar, the eastern part of the city, at about 12am. "One of the rockets fell into the sea while the other landed in the port area," Baharam Baloch, a Gwadar-based journalist, told Daily Times. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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Cadres of the Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) stabbed a newly recruited teacher of the law department of Rajshahi University (RU) on February 1 night at Binodpur market area near the university for "refusing to join the party", reports Daily Star. The vi
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Cadres of the Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) stabbed a newly recruited teacher of the law department of Rajshahi University (RU) on February 1 night at Binodpur market area near the university for "refusing to join the party", reports Daily Star. The victim, Abdul Alim, was rushed to Rajshahi Medical College and Hospital with several stab injuries. Alim and two other teachers--law department Chairman Prof Rabiul Islam and Prof Zulfikar Ahmed--were threatened with death 10 days ago for not attending ICS meetings and giving tolls. ICS cadres in a letter reportedly had asked the department teachers to award ‘first class marks’ to its cadres.
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February - 1 
A day earlier, LTTE cadres directed artillery fire towards troops in the Nagarkovil area of the Jaffna district and injured one soldier.
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A day earlier, LTTE cadres directed artillery fire towards troops in the Nagarkovil area of the Jaffna district and injured one soldier.
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February - 1 
Meanwhile, the Tamil United Liberation Front leader, V. Anandasangaree, on February 1 said that the most crucial problem the country facing today is the liberation of the Tamil people from the LTTE's atrocious rule in the districts of Kilinochchi and
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Meanwhile, the Tamil United Liberation Front leader, V. Anandasangaree, on February 1 said that the most crucial problem the country facing today is the liberation of the Tamil people from the LTTE's atrocious rule in the districts of Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu and in parts of the districts of Mannar and Vavuniya, reports Daily News. He added, "Now with a demand from the LTTE for one person from each household they are prepared to defy the LTTE and revolt against them. They are also prepared to welcome and give all co-operation for a friendly army that will give an undertaking to give protection for their lives and properties inspite of any provocation that they may have to face, while engaged in the process of liberating them."
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February - 1 
MOD Website reports that the Special Task Force (STF) personnel marching ahead in their operation Niyathai Jaya (Definite Victory) seized LTTE ‘Jeewananda Base’ located inside the Kangikadaichi Aru jungle of Ampara district on February 1. STF sources
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MOD Website reports that the Special Task Force (STF) personnel marching ahead in their operation Niyathai Jaya (Definite Victory) seized LTTE ‘Jeewananda Base’ located inside the Kangikadaichi Aru jungle of Ampara district on February 1. STF sources said that this camp had been used by the LTTE to train child soldiers. Radio conversation among the terrorists has revealed that at least 16 LTTE cadres suffered injuries in the STF attack. One machine gun, 24 hand grenades, 300 rounds of ammunition, communication equipment and a large stock of food items were found inside the camp.
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February - 1 
One soldier, identified as Private K.G.L. Palitha Kumara, who was engaged in de-mining work at Kadiraveli in the Batticaloa district received severe injuries due to explosion of an improvised explosive device. He succumbed to his injuries later.
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One soldier, identified as Private K.G.L. Palitha Kumara, who was engaged in de-mining work at Kadiraveli in the Batticaloa district received severe injuries due to explosion of an improvised explosive device. He succumbed to his injuries later.
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February - 1 
Separately, suspected LTTE cadres detonated a roadside bomb in the Vavuniya district, killing one soldier, reports Associated Press.
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Separately, suspected LTTE cadres detonated a roadside bomb in the Vavuniya district, killing one soldier, reports Associated Press.
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February - 1 
Similarly, another soldier was injured in an explosion of an anti-personnel mine in the same area.
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Similarly, another soldier was injured in an explosion of an anti-personnel mine in the same area.
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February - 1 
Suspected ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) assassinated President of the Jaffna Multi Purpose Co-Operative Society, S. T. Gananathan, on February 1, reports the Ministry of Defence (MOD) Website. Police recovered th
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Suspected ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) assassinated President of the Jaffna Multi Purpose Co-Operative Society, S. T. Gananathan, on February 1, reports the Ministry of Defence (MOD) Website. Police recovered the bullet-ridden dead body of the victim near the Pungampulam Junction along the Ariyalai -Colomputhurai road in Ariyalai. He was a key activist in assisting the security forces (SFs) to distribute essential supplies to the Jaffna civilians through cooperative societies.
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February - 1 
The Chairman of Sri Lanka's All Party Representative Committee (APRC), Minister of Science and Technology Tissa Vitarana, said on February 1 that the APRC's discussions on devolution of power would restart in the middle of this month, according to Co
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The Chairman of Sri Lanka's All Party Representative Committee (APRC), Minister of Science and Technology Tissa Vitarana, said on February 1 that the APRC's discussions on devolution of power would restart in the middle of this month, according to Colombo Page. The Committee will take up the proposals presented by Minister Vitarana and other proposals submitted by political parties.
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February - 1 
The Norwegian Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Hans Brattskar, met the political leader of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) S.P. Thamilchelvan on February 1 in Kilinochchi and discussed the ways to resume peace talks, reports Colombo Page. The Amb
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The Norwegian Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Hans Brattskar, met the political leader of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) S.P. Thamilchelvan on February 1 in Kilinochchi and discussed the ways to resume peace talks, reports Colombo Page. The Ambassador flew to Vavuniya in an Air Force helicopter and travelled by road from there onwards with two other Embassy officials.
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February - 1 
Troops on a cordon and search operation in the Weppankulam area of Vavuniya district recovered 12 claymore mines, 10 detonators, 30 m of detonator code, 2 remote controllers, 7 claymore stands, 20 cyanide capsules and 2 circuits. Eight of those claym
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Troops on a cordon and search operation in the Weppankulam area of Vavuniya district recovered 12 claymore mines, 10 detonators, 30 m of detonator code, 2 remote controllers, 7 claymore stands, 20 cyanide capsules and 2 circuits. Eight of those claymore mines are reportedly of most modern-make and sophisticated.
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February - 2 
A security force personnel belonging to the Border Security Force (BSF) was killed and two others injured in an ambush by suspected militants of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) at Heirok Part-II in the Thoubal district on February 2 night, reports
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A security force personnel belonging to the Border Security Force (BSF) was killed and two others injured in an ambush by suspected militants of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) at Heirok Part-II in the Thoubal district on February 2 night, reports Telegraph. Police sources said that the militants opened fire as soon as the BSF personnel approached a local playground. This is the first strike by militants on security forces in the Valley area on the eve of Assembly elections.
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February - 2 
According to Daily Excelsior, an unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with the security forces in the Surankote area of Poonch district on February 2. One AK rifle, two magazines, three grenades and some incriminating documents were reco
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According to Daily Excelsior, an unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with the security forces in the Surankote area of Poonch district on February 2. One AK rifle, two magazines, three grenades and some incriminating documents were recovered from his possession.
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February - 2 
Assam Tribune quoting intelligence source reports that the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI), the external intelligence agency of Bangladesh, was extending physical help to the top ULFA leaders including ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa a
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Assam Tribune quoting intelligence source reports that the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI), the external intelligence agency of Bangladesh, was extending physical help to the top ULFA leaders including ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa and ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Baruah. The report added that two top leaders of the ULFA were provided with passports to facilitate their travel, and the DGFI provided security to them. Paresh Baruah survived a few attacks because of the presence of the guards provided to him, mentioned the report.
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February - 2 
Cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a former colleague suspecting him to be a police informer at Kukumpudi village in GK Veedhi mandal (administrative division) in the Visakhapatnam district on February 2, reports New In
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Cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a former colleague suspecting him to be a police informer at Kukumpudi village in GK Veedhi mandal (administrative division) in the Visakhapatnam district on February 2, reports New Indian Express. Police sources said that Gemmeli Venkatrao had surrendered to the police in 2006.
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February - 2 
Elsewhere in the district, an unidentified militant shot dead a civilian, identified as K. Chumthang, at Lainingkhul, according to Imphal Free Press.
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Elsewhere in the district, an unidentified militant shot dead a civilian, identified as K. Chumthang, at Lainingkhul, according to Imphal Free Press.
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February - 2 
Further, an unidentified militant reportedly opened fire at the residence of a Congress worker, Oinam Ibohal Singh, at Chingangbam Leikai under Porompat police station in the Imphal East district. However, no casualty was reported in the incident.
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Further, an unidentified militant reportedly opened fire at the residence of a Congress worker, Oinam Ibohal Singh, at Chingangbam Leikai under Porompat police station in the Imphal East district. However, no casualty was reported in the incident.
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February - 2 
The Union Tribal Welfare Minister Jitendra Chowdhury said that INR 55 million out of a total INR 550 million has been sanctioned as the first instalment for the rehabilitation of the militants of the Nayanbasi Jamatiya faction of the National Liberat
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The Union Tribal Welfare Minister Jitendra Chowdhury said that INR 55 million out of a total INR 550 million has been sanctioned as the first instalment for the rehabilitation of the militants of the Nayanbasi Jamatiya faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), reports Tripurainfo. The Union Minister said that the entire fund would be released within a period of next three years in a phased manner.
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February - 2 
The United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants claimed to have killed one security force personnel during an encounter at an unspecified place between Heichang village and T. Tongjoy village in the Chandel district.
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The United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants claimed to have killed one security force personnel during an encounter at an unspecified place between Heichang village and T. Tongjoy village in the Chandel district.
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February - 2 
Three powerful bombs, including time device, were recovered from two passenger buses in Kokrajhar and Sivasagar districts. The Commanding Officer of 11 Maratha regiment, R. Thakur, said the two improvised explosive devices, each weighing six-kilogram
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Three powerful bombs, including time device, were recovered from two passenger buses in Kokrajhar and Sivasagar districts. The Commanding Officer of 11 Maratha regiment, R. Thakur, said the two improvised explosive devices, each weighing six-kilograms and fitted with time device with the timer on, was found from a passenger bus travelling from Alipurduar in North Bengal to Srirampur at Telipara village of Kokrajhar district. He said that the bombs concealed in two boxes were to be planted near railway installations in Assam. Two persons travelling in the bus were arrested for interrogation.
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February - 2 
Two civilians, identified as Ningthoujam Ranbir alias Thopchao and Yambem Kala, were reportedly killed in a cross-fire when an unidentified militant fired at the Border Security Force (BSF) post at Nongpok Sekmai in the Imphal West district on Februa
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Two civilians, identified as Ningthoujam Ranbir alias Thopchao and Yambem Kala, were reportedly killed in a cross-fire when an unidentified militant fired at the Border Security Force (BSF) post at Nongpok Sekmai in the Imphal West district on February 2 and subsequent retaliation of the BSF personnel, according to Sangai Express. Reports added one BSF personnel, Vinod Ragov, sustained injuries in the attack.
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February - 2 
Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkmen, Bani Kakoti and Ratul Das, were arrested from upper Majuli in the Jorhat district on February 2, according to Sentinel. They were reportedly involved in extortion and threat to traders and Congress
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Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkmen, Bani Kakoti and Ratul Das, were arrested from upper Majuli in the Jorhat district on February 2, according to Sentinel. They were reportedly involved in extortion and threat to traders and Congress workers on the riverine island.
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February - 2 
According to Daily Times, Islamabad police on February 2 arrested 40 students of a Madrassa (seminary) in connection with a protest demonstration by the banned Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) held during the visit of an All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC)
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According to Daily Times, Islamabad police on February 2 arrested 40 students of a Madrassa (seminary) in connection with a protest demonstration by the banned Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) held during the visit of an All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) delegation. Islamabad Senior Superintendent of Police Sikandar Hayat said the police initially arrested 100 students, of which 40 were identified with the help of a video of the protest. The students had protested against the APHC, which supports resolution of the Kashmir issue through dialogue. Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz and President Pervez Musharraf had reportedly expressed displeasure with the city administration for allowing the banned group to organise the demonstration.
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February - 2 
Security forces on February 2 seized more than 30 surface-to-surface missiles from a insurgent hideout in Sui, Geo Television reported. However, no one was arrested.
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Security forces on February 2 seized more than 30 surface-to-surface missiles from a insurgent hideout in Sui, Geo Television reported. However, no one was arrested.
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February - 2 
Assam Tribune quoting intelligence source reports that the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI), the external intelligence agency of Bangladesh, was extending physical help to the top ULFA leaders including ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa a
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Assam Tribune quoting intelligence source reports that the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI), the external intelligence agency of Bangladesh, was extending physical help to the top ULFA leaders including ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa and ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Baruah. The report added that two top leaders of the ULFA were provided with passports to facilitate their travel, and the DGFI provided security to them. Paresh Baruah survived a few attacks because of the presence of the guards provided to him, mentioned the report.
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February - 2 
AFP reports that security has been stepped up in the capital Colombo amid fears of LTTE attacks ahead of Independence Day celebrations. "We have got thousands of constables and troops from the provinces to beef up security in Colombo. We are maintain
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AFP reports that security has been stepped up in the capital Colombo amid fears of LTTE attacks ahead of Independence Day celebrations. "We have got thousands of constables and troops from the provinces to beef up security in Colombo. We are maintaining a high state of alert," a police officer said.
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February - 2 
Another hand grenade was recovered by the SFs at Pesalai in the Mannar district.
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Another hand grenade was recovered by the SFs at Pesalai in the Mannar district.
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February - 2 
Another hand grenade was recovered from the general area (area under Government control) of Jaffna town.
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Another hand grenade was recovered from the general area (area under Government control) of Jaffna town.
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February - 2 
Army troops on a cordon and search operation in the Poomthoddam area of Vavuniya district recovered two claymore mines on February 2, reports SLA.
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Army troops on a cordon and search operation in the Poomthoddam area of Vavuniya district recovered two claymore mines on February 2, reports SLA.
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February - 2 
Dead body of another youth, identified as Jeyakumar Mayooran, was recovered from the Kopay area of Jaffna district.
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Dead body of another youth, identified as Jeyakumar Mayooran, was recovered from the Kopay area of Jaffna district.
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February - 2 
Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres, on February 2, abducted a civilian, identified as Sandipan Vijyakumar, and subsequently shot him dead in Jaffna district as he had ignored the LTTE order to send goods to uncleared areas (areas not unde
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Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres, on February 2, abducted a civilian, identified as Sandipan Vijyakumar, and subsequently shot him dead in Jaffna district as he had ignored the LTTE order to send goods to uncleared areas (areas not under Government control), reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA).
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February - 2 
Naval troops on duty recovered a hand grenade from the Navanthurai area of Jaffna district, reports SLA.
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Naval troops on duty recovered a hand grenade from the Navanthurai area of Jaffna district, reports SLA.
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February - 2 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a home guard suspected to be linked to the LTTE, and following his interrogation recovered a claymore mine, a 81-mm Mortar bomb, two hand grenades, a detonator, 1m length detonator code and an electric circuit, hidden a
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a home guard suspected to be linked to the LTTE, and following his interrogation recovered a claymore mine, a 81-mm Mortar bomb, two hand grenades, a detonator, 1m length detonator code and an electric circuit, hidden at his residence at Jayanthiyaya in the Valaichchenai area of Batticaloa district, reports Ministry of Defence Website.
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February - 2 
The Armed Forces consolidating their positions in the East after flushing the LTTE cadres out of Vakarai town, announced that the troops are now in the process of removing landmines ahead of their operation's final phase of resettling the displaced,
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The Armed Forces consolidating their positions in the East after flushing the LTTE cadres out of Vakarai town, announced that the troops are now in the process of removing landmines ahead of their operation's final phase of resettling the displaced, reports Daily News. Brigadier R.M.D. Ratnayake, General Officer Commanding of 23 Division said they had removed 4,000 landmines from several locations in Vakarai, Palachchenai, Kadiraveli and Verugal.
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February - 2 
The dead body of an unidentified person with gunshot injuries was recovered from the Kandalayweduwan area of Trincomalee district, according to Tamil Net.
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The dead body of an unidentified person with gunshot injuries was recovered from the Kandalayweduwan area of Trincomalee district, according to Tamil Net.
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February - 2 
Troops conducted a search and clearing operation in the Sirimangalapura area of Trincomalee district and recovered two T-56 assault rifles.
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Troops conducted a search and clearing operation in the Sirimangalapura area of Trincomalee district and recovered two T-56 assault rifles.
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February - 3 
A farmer, identified as Jugantar Neog, was shot dead by United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants at an unspecified place in the Tinsukia district on February 3-night, reports Telegraph. According to police sources, Jugantar Neog was suspected
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A farmer, identified as Jugantar Neog, was shot dead by United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants at an unspecified place in the Tinsukia district on February 3-night, reports Telegraph. According to police sources, Jugantar Neog was suspected by militants of working for the Army and district authorities.
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February - 3 
A passenger bus carrying Naga students from Manipur were pushed down in to a gorge by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants, at a place between Thonglan Akutpa and Duna villages in the Tamenglong district on February
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A passenger bus carrying Naga students from Manipur were pushed down in to a gorge by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants, at a place between Thonglan Akutpa and Duna villages in the Tamenglong district on February 3, according to Imphal Free Press. Reports added that these students heading for Kohima for the forthcoming High School Leaving Certificate Examination conducted by Nagaland Board of Secondary Education were asked by NSCN-K militants to de-board the bus before the bus being pushed into gorge.
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February - 3 
At least three People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) militants, including the outfits’ ‘finance secretary’, identified as Jasmin alias Sony, were arrested by the Nagaland Police during a search operation at Platform Number 1 of Dimapur railway sta
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At least three People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) militants, including the outfits’ ‘finance secretary’, identified as Jasmin alias Sony, were arrested by the Nagaland Police during a search operation at Platform Number 1 of Dimapur railway station on February 3, according to Morung Express. The Police also recovered INR 3910 and two mobiles Handset from the arrested militants.
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February - 3 
On February 3, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) is trying to disrupt the National Games starting in Guwahati on February 9. "Till today there are intelligence reports about the ULFA planning to dis
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On February 3, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) is trying to disrupt the National Games starting in Guwahati on February 9. "Till today there are intelligence reports about the ULFA planning to disrupt the Games. Till today they (ULFA) have not withdrawn their call to boycott the Games," he told The Hindu in Guwahati. He, however, added, “There is no need for worry. We are not relaxing our vigil. I appeal to all, even the ULFA, to extend cooperation for holding the National Games successfully."
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February - 3 
Suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants, waylaid the vehicle belonging to the Congress candidate A.S. Arthur, and abducted three congress workers including Arthur’s nephew identified as Thanshok, near Sokvao v
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Suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants, waylaid the vehicle belonging to the Congress candidate A.S. Arthur, and abducted three congress workers including Arthur’s nephew identified as Thanshok, near Sokvao village in the Ukhrul district on February 3.
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February - 3 
A suicide bomber drove his explosives-laden jeep into a military convoy on February 3, killing two soldiers and injuring seven others in the Barakhel area of Tank district in North West Frontier Province (NWFP). The convoy of four vehicles was headed
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A suicide bomber drove his explosives-laden jeep into a military convoy on February 3, killing two soldiers and injuring seven others in the Barakhel area of Tank district in North West Frontier Province (NWFP). The convoy of four vehicles was headed from Dera Ismail Khan. Tank city DSP Muhammad Khan told Daily Times, “It was a suicide attack”. Military spokesman Major General Shaukat Sultan said three wounded soldiers were in critical condition. “I cannot give details about the investigation but they are terrorists who have done this,” he told. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack and authorities suspect pro-Taliban tribal militants from South Waziristan were behind it
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February - 3 
A suspected militant blew himself up while planting a bomb outside a video and music shop in southern Lakki Marwat district of NWFP on February 3. The blast damaged a dozen nearby shops in the town, a settled area near Bannu district.
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A suspected militant blew himself up while planting a bomb outside a video and music shop in southern Lakki Marwat district of NWFP on February 3. The blast damaged a dozen nearby shops in the town, a settled area near Bannu district.
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February - 3 
The Government has ordered the deployment of thousands of paramilitary personnel across Waziristan to neutralize “high value” terrorist targets, according to Daily Times. Sources in the Interior Ministry said the Government had ordered the deployment
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The Government has ordered the deployment of thousands of paramilitary personnel across Waziristan to neutralize “high value” terrorist targets, according to Daily Times. Sources in the Interior Ministry said the Government had ordered the deployment of 2,000 personnel each of the Frontier Corps and Levies in Waziristan to comb the region ahead of the “grand operation”. “Security forces are expected to begin a grand operation in the troubled Waziristan tribal region to hunt down al Qaeda and Taliban militants, including Baitullah Mehsud, who is holed up in the area,” the sources said, citing a decision made at a high-level meeting held late on February 3-night.
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A regional leader of the Biplobi Communist Party (BCP) was killed in 'crossfire' between police and his BCP cadres at Jagannathpur village under Sadar sub-district of Kushtia on February 4, reports Daily Star. The killed extremist was identified as K
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A regional leader of the Biplobi Communist Party (BCP) was killed in 'crossfire' between police and his BCP cadres at Jagannathpur village under Sadar sub-district of Kushtia on February 4, reports Daily Star. The killed extremist was identified as Kamal alias Chara Kamal of West Lahini area. According to police sources he was accused in at least seven cases including two for murder. He was earlier arrested from a hideout in the Mirpur sub-district on February 3.
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February - 3 
A day earlier, , Army soldiers on duty near the Vavnathivu school and Divisional Secretariat in the Batticaloa district were fired upon by LTTE cadres. However, no casualties were reported in both these incidents.
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A day earlier, , Army soldiers on duty near the Vavnathivu school and Divisional Secretariat in the Batticaloa district were fired upon by LTTE cadres. However, no casualties were reported in both these incidents.
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February - 3 
According to Tamil Net, an unidentified assailant shot dead a civilian, identified as Sahathevan Vijayakumar, at Aiyankerni in the Earavur police division of Batticaloa district on February 3.
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According to Tamil Net, an unidentified assailant shot dead a civilian, identified as Sahathevan Vijayakumar, at Aiyankerni in the Earavur police division of Batticaloa district on February 3.
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February - 4 
Two civilians, identified as P. Kipgen and Lilkhosei Kipgen, were shot dead by an unidentified militant at an unspecified place near Kangchup in the Senapati district on February 4, according to Sangai Express.
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Two civilians, identified as P. Kipgen and Lilkhosei Kipgen, were shot dead by an unidentified militant at an unspecified place near Kangchup in the Senapati district on February 4, according to Sangai Express.
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February - 4 
A linkman, Babulal Ingti, of the Black Widow was arrested when a hideout of the outfit was neutralized in the Karbi Anglong district. Rations, Army fatigues and a diary with the names of militants were recovered from the incident site.
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A linkman, Babulal Ingti, of the Black Widow was arrested when a hideout of the outfit was neutralized in the Karbi Anglong district. Rations, Army fatigues and a diary with the names of militants were recovered from the incident site.
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February - 4 
A powerful car bomb exploded in front of the Panbazar police station in Guwahati on February 4, reports Assam Tribune. “The car was brought from near the Sani temple in Fancy Bazar around 11-30 am yesterday. Three more vehicles were also brought but
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A powerful car bomb exploded in front of the Panbazar police station in Guwahati on February 4, reports Assam Tribune. “The car was brought from near the Sani temple in Fancy Bazar around 11-30 am yesterday. Three more vehicles were also brought but those were later collected by their owners…..This is a new technique adopted by the ULFA," said Additional Superintendent of Police (City), Rajen Singh. While no casualty was reported, several vehicles and buildings were damaged in the explosion.
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February - 4 
A terrorist, identified as Tavqir Ahmad Dar, was killed and ten persons sustained injuries when a grenade he was planning to throw exploded in his hands at Anantnag on February 4, according to Daily Excelsior.
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A terrorist, identified as Tavqir Ahmad Dar, was killed and ten persons sustained injuries when a grenade he was planning to throw exploded in his hands at Anantnag on February 4, according to Daily Excelsior.
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February - 4 
Four suspected Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militants, including a Pakistani national, were arrested on February 4 following an encounter with the Delhi Police under the Ranjit Singh flyover near Connaught Place. The Hindu reports that police recovered thr
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Four suspected Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militants, including a Pakistani national, were arrested on February 4 following an encounter with the Delhi Police under the Ranjit Singh flyover near Connaught Place. The Hindu reports that police recovered three kilograms of RDX, four detonators, a timer, six hand grenades, .30 bore firearm, US $ 10,000 and INR 50,000 from them. The encounter followed a tip off available with the Special Cell of the Delhi Police that some JeM members were in the Capital to carry out a major operation and they would meet near the flyover. Joint Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) Karnal Singh said the militants, identified themselves as Shahid Gafur from Sialkot in Pakistan and Bashir Ahmed, Fayaz Lone and Abdul Mazid from Jammu and Kashmir. The three Kashmiris disclosed that they arrived by the Malwa Express earlier in the day.
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February - 4 
In the Senapati district, a civilian, identified as Paokholun Haokip, was shot dead by an unidentified militant at Kholet village.
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In the Senapati district, a civilian, identified as Paokholun Haokip, was shot dead by an unidentified militant at Kholet village.
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February - 4 
In the Tinsukia district, a self-styled ‘corporal of 28th battalion’ of ULFA, Sanabar Moran, was killed in an encounter with security force (SF) personnel at an unspecified place between Nakathalguri and Talpathar, according to Press Trust of India.
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In the Tinsukia district, a self-styled ‘corporal of 28th battalion’ of ULFA, Sanabar Moran, was killed in an encounter with security force (SF) personnel at an unspecified place between Nakathalguri and Talpathar, according to Press Trust of India. However, five other militants managed to escape from the encounter site.
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February - 4 
Police arrested Fayaz Ahmad Hajam alias Khadim, a ‘Battalion Commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), in Kupwara district. One AK rifle, six magazines, 80 rounds, one grenade, seven grenade shells and a wireless set was recovered from him.
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Police arrested Fayaz Ahmad Hajam alias Khadim, a ‘Battalion Commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), in Kupwara district. One AK rifle, six magazines, 80 rounds, one grenade, seven grenade shells and a wireless set was recovered from him.
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February - 4 
The ULFA again threatened the North East Television channel to prove its report that the outfit accepted money to withdraw the National Games boycott call within a month.
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The ULFA again threatened the North East Television channel to prove its report that the outfit accepted money to withdraw the National Games boycott call within a month.
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February - 4 
The United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants attacked a convoy of security force (SF) personnel, injuring one SF personnel at an unspecified place between Hengshi and Hollenjang in the Chandel district and subsequently recovered two improvis
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The United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants attacked a convoy of security force (SF) personnel, injuring one SF personnel at an unspecified place between Hengshi and Hollenjang in the Chandel district and subsequently recovered two improvised explosive device from the incident site.
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February - 4 
Two extortionists of the Karbi Longri North Cachar Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF) were killed in another encounter with SF personnel at Salna in the Karbi Anglong district. While another militant managed to escape, one motorcycle, one Chinese grenade
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Two extortionists of the Karbi Longri North Cachar Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF) were killed in another encounter with SF personnel at Salna in the Karbi Anglong district. While another militant managed to escape, one motorcycle, one Chinese grenade, INR 3,500 in cash, a KLNLF letterhead and three demand notes were recovered from the dead men.
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February - 4 
Unidentified terrorists shot dead a former militant, Zahoor Ahmed alias Jana, at Khanyar Chowk in the capital Srinagar.
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Unidentified terrorists shot dead a former militant, Zahoor Ahmed alias Jana, at Khanyar Chowk in the capital Srinagar.
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February - 4 
Four suspected Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militants, including a Pakistani national, were arrested on February 4 following an encounter with the Delhi Police under the Ranjit Singh flyover near Connaught Place. The Hindu reports that police recovered thr
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Four suspected Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militants, including a Pakistani national, were arrested on February 4 following an encounter with the Delhi Police under the Ranjit Singh flyover near Connaught Place. The Hindu reports that police recovered three kilograms of RDX, four detonators, a timer, six hand grenades, .30 bore firearm, US $ 10,000 and INR 50,000 from them. The encounter followed a tip off available with the Special Cell of the Delhi Police that some JeM members were in the Capital to carry out a major operation and they would meet near the flyover. Joint Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) Karnal Singh said the militants, identified themselves as Shahid Gafur from Sialkot in Pakistan and Bashir Ahmed, Fayaz Lone and Abdul Mazid from Jammu and Kashmir. The three Kashmiris disclosed that they arrived by the Malwa Express earlier in the day.
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February - 4 
Security forces and political administrations in Waziristan have reportedly been asked to block all entry and exit points and land routes leading to other agencies in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) so that no militant could escape or
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Security forces and political administrations in Waziristan have reportedly been asked to block all entry and exit points and land routes leading to other agencies in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) so that no militant could escape or sneak into settled areas. “Intelligence reports have pointed to the presence of high value militants like Baitullah Mahsud in the area,” said sources.
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February - 4 
The Lahore Police on February 4 announced that it had arrested five militants of the proscribed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), including one carrying a head money of PKR One million. Superintendent of Police Umar Virk disclosed that they had ar
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The Lahore Police on February 4 announced that it had arrested five militants of the proscribed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), including one carrying a head money of PKR One million. Superintendent of Police Umar Virk disclosed that they had arrested the five militants, including Rizwan – for whom the Punjab and Sindh governments had put a bounty of Rs 500,000 each – from the Sattukatla area. He said that Rizwan had taken charge of the LeJ after Akram Lahori’s arrest. His accomplices were identified as Ziauddin, Alam, Abdul Sattar alias Riaz and Amjad alias Kala.
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February - 4 
Shahzadpur police on February 4 arrested a 'regional leader' of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) and recovered a shutter gun from his possession at Saila Chapri village in the Sirajganj district. The arrested extremist was identified as Elahi Mol
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Shahzadpur police on February 4 arrested a 'regional leader' of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) and recovered a shutter gun from his possession at Saila Chapri village in the Sirajganj district. The arrested extremist was identified as Elahi Mollah.
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February - 4 
LTTE cadres raided a security post, killing one soldier and injuring three others on February 4, reports Associated Press.
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LTTE cadres raided a security post, killing one soldier and injuring three others on February 4, reports Associated Press.
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February - 4 
A civilian was injured when LTTE cadres, hurled a hand grenade at the Police Post in Thatchinathankulam in the Vavuniya district on February 4.
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A civilian was injured when LTTE cadres, hurled a hand grenade at the Police Post in Thatchinathankulam in the Vavuniya district on February 4.
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February - 4 
A day earlier, a civilian, identified as Navaneerathan, was shot dead by an unidentified assailant at Thuwarakandu in the Trincomalee district.
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A day earlier, a civilian, identified as Navaneerathan, was shot dead by an unidentified assailant at Thuwarakandu in the Trincomalee district.
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February - 4 
According to an AFP report quoting The Times, ethnic Tamils living in Britain are being pressured into donating money to support the rebels in their native Sri Lanka and facing harassment if they refuse. Some Tamils have been pressured with persisten
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According to an AFP report quoting The Times, ethnic Tamils living in Britain are being pressured into donating money to support the rebels in their native Sri Lanka and facing harassment if they refuse. Some Tamils have been pressured with persistent house calls over the past year with requests for between 1,000 pounds (1,520 euros, 1,970 dollars) and 50,000 pounds, the report added.
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February - 4 
An Army foot patrol was attacked near Trincomalee. The Army personnel retaliated and killed a LTTE cadre.
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An Army foot patrol was attacked near Trincomalee. The Army personnel retaliated and killed a LTTE cadre.
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February - 4 
Another civilian, identified as Rajeswaran Senthooran, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at Kulumadu junction in the Vavuniya district.
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Another civilian, identified as Rajeswaran Senthooran, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at Kulumadu junction in the Vavuniya district.
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February - 4 
Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama said that the Government is taking "bold and determined actions" to cut funding lines to the LTTE, reports Colombo Page. He said, "Once their funding lines are effectively cut, the LTTE would not be able to contin
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Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama said that the Government is taking "bold and determined actions" to cut funding lines to the LTTE, reports Colombo Page. He said, "Once their funding lines are effectively cut, the LTTE would not be able to continue its armed struggle".
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February - 4 
Four LTTE cadres surrendered to troops at Polwatta in the Valaichchena area.
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Four LTTE cadres surrendered to troops at Polwatta in the Valaichchena area.
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February - 4 
In his address to the nation marking the 59th anniversary of independence on February 4 President Mahinda Rajapakse vowed to defeat the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), reports Reuters. He said, "We are not ready to give in to the bloodthirst
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In his address to the nation marking the 59th anniversary of independence on February 4 President Mahinda Rajapakse vowed to defeat the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), reports Reuters. He said, "We are not ready to give in to the bloodthirsty demands of the LTTE," adding, "I emphatically state before you my total commitment to ensure the honour and prosperity of this blessed land, by decisively defeating separatism." He also invited the outfit sympathisers in Parliament to join Government efforts for a settlement to the island's ongoing separatist conflict, adds Radio Australia. He urged the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) to join the "All Party Conference" to prepare a political solution plan. Meanwhile, the TNA rejecting the invitation TNA parliamentarian, M.K. Sivajilingam told BBC Sinhala that Mahinda Rajapakse should restart talks with Tamil Tigers if he is genuine in his efforts to end the bloodshed. He said that LTTE is Sri Lankan Tamils' "sole representative" and it views the invitation as suspicious.
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February - 4 
In Mannar, troops retaliated when an Army foot patrol came under LTTE small arms fire in the Pulliyadi-Irrakkam area on the Vavuniya-Madhu road.
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In Mannar, troops retaliated when an Army foot patrol came under LTTE small arms fire in the Pulliyadi-Irrakkam area on the Vavuniya-Madhu road.
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February - 4 
LTTE terrorists fired artillery towards Kodikamam in the Jaffna district, injuring two civilians.
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LTTE terrorists fired artillery towards Kodikamam in the Jaffna district, injuring two civilians.
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February - 4 
On February 4, troops recovered a claymore mine hidden in a three-wheeler by the LTTE which reportedly planned to attack Colombo on the eve of 59th Independence Day celebrations.
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On February 4, troops recovered a claymore mine hidden in a three-wheeler by the LTTE which reportedly planned to attack Colombo on the eve of 59th Independence Day celebrations.
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February - 4 
Troops also recovered two claymore mines, two T-56 weapons, one silencer weapon, two T-56 magazines, one GPS and one compass from Madduvil area in the Jaffna district.
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Troops also recovered two claymore mines, two T-56 weapons, one silencer weapon, two T-56 magazines, one GPS and one compass from Madduvil area in the Jaffna district.
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February - 4 
Troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres who were trying to cross Korongupanchan in the Trincomalee district on February 4. During a subsequent operation, troops recovered dead body of a LTTE cadre, one night vision device and a communication set fro
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Troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres who were trying to cross Korongupanchan in the Trincomalee district on February 4. During a subsequent operation, troops recovered dead body of a LTTE cadre, one night vision device and a communication set from the incident site.
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February - 5 
A Kuki National Front (KNF) militant belonging to the President faction was killed and another belonging to the Kuki National Army (KNA) was injured in an internecine clash between two outfits at Koubru Leikha under Sapermaina police station in the S
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A Kuki National Front (KNF) militant belonging to the President faction was killed and another belonging to the Kuki National Army (KNA) was injured in an internecine clash between two outfits at Koubru Leikha under Sapermaina police station in the Senapati district on February 5. The killed KNF militant has been identified as Hengoumang Kipgen.
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February - 5 
Army personnel neutralized a militant hideout in the Nar and Kund area in the Kashmir valley and recovered arms and ammunition. The seizure included 10 kilograms of RDX, one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher, 25 UBGL grenades and one Improvised Explosive
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Army personnel neutralized a militant hideout in the Nar and Kund area in the Kashmir valley and recovered arms and ammunition. The seizure included 10 kilograms of RDX, one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher, 25 UBGL grenades and one Improvised Explosive Device (IED).
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February - 5 
At least three civilians were injured when suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, triggered a bomb blast at Kamakhyaguri Railway station in the Jalpaiguri district on February 5, according to Assam Tribune.
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At least three civilians were injured when suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, triggered a bomb blast at Kamakhyaguri Railway station in the Jalpaiguri district on February 5, according to Assam Tribune.
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Guwahati city police on February 6 arrested six persons — Dimbeswar Das, Paresh Das, Babul Rajbongshi, Basab Deka, Jibeswar Deka and Abani Deka — in connection with the recovery of explosives in North Guwahati on February 5. They have been remanded t
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Guwahati city police on February 6 arrested six persons — Dimbeswar Das, Paresh Das, Babul Rajbongshi, Basab Deka, Jibeswar Deka and Abani Deka — in connection with the recovery of explosives in North Guwahati on February 5. They have been remanded to seven days’ police custody.
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February - 5 
Official sources said that body of a civilian, Abdul Jabbar Lone was recovered at Bandipora in North Kashmir.
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Official sources said that body of a civilian, Abdul Jabbar Lone was recovered at Bandipora in North Kashmir.
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February - 5 
On the same day, security force personnel recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) from a passenger bus coming from Mangaldoi near Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati road at Amingaon in the Kamrup district.
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On the same day, security force personnel recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) from a passenger bus coming from Mangaldoi near Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati road at Amingaon in the Kamrup district.
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February - 5 
Security force personnel arrested suspected a militant belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), identified as Kutti Ram Tripura, during a search operation at old Maliraj Roaja para under Salema
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Security force personnel arrested suspected a militant belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), identified as Kutti Ram Tripura, during a search operation at old Maliraj Roaja para under Salema police station in the Dhalai district on February 5, according to Tripurainfo.
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February - 5 
The Imphal Free Press reports that a youth identified as Md. Amarnath Ali alias Ithem was killed by unidentified militants on February 5 at Pangong under Irilbung police station in the Imphal East district.
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The Imphal Free Press reports that a youth identified as Md. Amarnath Ali alias Ithem was killed by unidentified militants on February 5 at Pangong under Irilbung police station in the Imphal East district.
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February - 5 
The India-Pakistan Joint Anti-Terrorism Mechanism will hold its first meeting in Islamabad on March 6, the External Affairs Ministry announced in New Delhi on February 5, reports Daily Excelsior. The three-member Indian delegation at the meeting will
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The India-Pakistan Joint Anti-Terrorism Mechanism will hold its first meeting in Islamabad on March 6, the External Affairs Ministry announced in New Delhi on February 5, reports Daily Excelsior. The three-member Indian delegation at the meeting will be led by K C Singh, Additional Secretary (International Organisations), in the External Affairs Ministry. The Joint Anti-Terror mechanism was conceived at a meeting between Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf on September 16, 2006, in Havana on the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit to identify and implement counter-terrorism initiatives and investigations.
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February - 5 
Two Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) militants, identified as Manga Chongloi and Lenthang Tuboi alias Bempu, were arrested by Imphal West district police commandos during a search operation at Paona International Market on February 5, according to Impha
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Two Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) militants, identified as Manga Chongloi and Lenthang Tuboi alias Bempu, were arrested by Imphal West district police commandos during a search operation at Paona International Market on February 5, according to Imphal Free Press.
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February - 5 
Two militants were killed in an encounter with the Border Security Force (BSF) subsequent to a search operation at Pakherpora in the Central Kashmir district of Budgam on February 5, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Two militants were killed in an encounter with the Border Security Force (BSF) subsequent to a search operation at Pakherpora in the Central Kashmir district of Budgam on February 5, reports Daily Excelsior.
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February - 5 
ULFA on February 5 withdrew the boycott call to the 33rd National Games, scheduled to be held in Guwahati from February 9. In a statement made available to the media through e-mail, the outfit’s chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa, formally withdrew the boyco
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ULFA on February 5 withdrew the boycott call to the 33rd National Games, scheduled to be held in Guwahati from February 9. In a statement made available to the media through e-mail, the outfit’s chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa, formally withdrew the boycott call “in view of the appeals made by the prominent sports personalities and sports-lovers of Asom”.
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February - 5 
Unidentified militants exploded a hand grenade at the residence of Dr M. Nara Singh, Communist Party of India (CPI) candidate in the Wangjing Tentha Assembly Constituency for the forthcoming elections in the Thoubal district on February 5. However, n
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Unidentified militants exploded a hand grenade at the residence of Dr M. Nara Singh, Communist Party of India (CPI) candidate in the Wangjing Tentha Assembly Constituency for the forthcoming elections in the Thoubal district on February 5. However, no casualty was reported in the incident.
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February - 5 
A pro-government tribal leader was among two people killed in a landmine explosion in Nawagai tehsil (administrative division) near the border with Afghanistan on February 5, reports Daily News. Malik Kameen and tribesman Jabbar Khan were killed in a
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A pro-government tribal leader was among two people killed in a landmine explosion in Nawagai tehsil (administrative division) near the border with Afghanistan on February 5, reports Daily News. Malik Kameen and tribesman Jabbar Khan were killed in an explosion which the local residents described as remote-controlled blast. Another tribesman, Azeem Khan, was wounded and admitted to a hospital in Peshawar. Kameen reportedly had been receiving threatening letters from an Al Qaeda cell in Bajaur, after an assassination attempt on him on January 10.
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February - 5 
The India-Pakistan Joint Anti-Terrorism Mechanism will hold its first meeting in Islamabad on March 6, the External Affairs Ministry announced in New Delhi on February 5, reports Daily Excelsior. The three-member Indian delegation at the meeting will
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The India-Pakistan Joint Anti-Terrorism Mechanism will hold its first meeting in Islamabad on March 6, the External Affairs Ministry announced in New Delhi on February 5, reports Daily Excelsior. The three-member Indian delegation at the meeting will be led by K C Singh, Additional Secretary (International Organisations), in the External Affairs Ministry. The Joint Anti-Terror mechanism was conceived at a meeting between Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf on September 16, 2006, in Havana on the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit to identify and implement counter-terrorism initiatives and investigations.
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February - 5 
A police personnel was wounded when LTTE cadres hurled a hand grenade at a police point in Thonikkal in the Wanni district.
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A police personnel was wounded when LTTE cadres hurled a hand grenade at a police point in Thonikkal in the Wanni district.
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February - 5 
A sailor of the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) was injured when LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine, targeting naval troops on a route clearing patrol near the railway station road at Pesalai in the Mannar district on February 5, according to defence ministr
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A sailor of the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) was injured when LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine, targeting naval troops on a route clearing patrol near the railway station road at Pesalai in the Mannar district on February 5, according to defence ministry sources.
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February - 5 
At least two civilians were killed and another wounded in an encounter between the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres and the Karuna faction in Kaluthavalai in the Batticaloa district on February 5, according to pro-LTTE website, Tamil Ne
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At least two civilians were killed and another wounded in an encounter between the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres and the Karuna faction in Kaluthavalai in the Batticaloa district on February 5, according to pro-LTTE website, Tamil Net.
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February - 5 
On the same day, a soldier identified as Private S.N.Pradeep, was killed and three others sustained injuries when LTTE cadres attacked on an Army point at Uyilankulam in the Mannar district.
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On the same day, a soldier identified as Private S.N.Pradeep, was killed and three others sustained injuries when LTTE cadres attacked on an Army point at Uyilankulam in the Mannar district.
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February - 5 
One soldier was killed and another sustained injuries when LTTE cadres fired at the Army foot patrol in the general area of Veppankulam in the Vavuniya district on February 5, according to defence ministry sources.
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One soldier was killed and another sustained injuries when LTTE cadres fired at the Army foot patrol in the general area of Veppankulam in the Vavuniya district on February 5, according to defence ministry sources.
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February - 5 
Two LTTE cadres, using a motorbike, hurled a hand grenade at a sentry point in Vankalai in the Mannar district. However, no casualty was reported from the incident site.
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Two LTTE cadres, using a motorbike, hurled a hand grenade at a sentry point in Vankalai in the Mannar district. However, no casualty was reported from the incident site.
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February - 6 
A boy was killed in a land mine blast at Pukharni in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district on February 6 after he accidentally stepped on it.
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A boy was killed in a land mine blast at Pukharni in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district on February 6 after he accidentally stepped on it.
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February - 6 
A civilian was killed and two others were injured as cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) opened fire targeting a security force picket at Lawalong in the Chatra district. According to Times of India, 200 CPI-Maoist cadres, foll
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A civilian was killed and two others were injured as cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) opened fire targeting a security force picket at Lawalong in the Chatra district. According to Times of India, 200 CPI-Maoist cadres, following a three hour encounter retreated into the forest areas.
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February - 6 
According to Hindustan Times, suspected activists of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) blew up a portion of the Karampeda railway station in the West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand on February 6. Police said about 15 Maoists entered t
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According to Hindustan Times, suspected activists of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) blew up a portion of the Karampeda railway station in the West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand on February 6. Police said about 15 Maoists entered the station and planted explosives in the running room and subsequently triggered an explosion.
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February - 6 
Anantnag police intercepted a Tata Sumo vehicle near Khanabal, on its way form Bijbehara to Anantnag and recovered a hand grenade hidden in a box of grapes from it.
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Anantnag police intercepted a Tata Sumo vehicle near Khanabal, on its way form Bijbehara to Anantnag and recovered a hand grenade hidden in a box of grapes from it.
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February - 6 
On February 6, in a joint operation Police and troops of RR 62 Battalion killed two militants of Hizb-ul Mujahideen (HM) at Nowpora Cholan in Kulgam area, reports Daily Excelsior. Police sources said that two other militants, including one named Sabz
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On February 6, in a joint operation Police and troops of RR 62 Battalion killed two militants of Hizb-ul Mujahideen (HM) at Nowpora Cholan in Kulgam area, reports Daily Excelsior. Police sources said that two other militants, including one named Sabzar Ahmed Waza alias Basharat, are suspected to have escaped during the encounter. Identities of the two militants killed in the operation are yet to be ascertained. Two AK-56 rifles, two grenades and 110 rounds of AK ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.
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February - 6 
On February 6, the Black Widow faction of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), abducted a trader belonging to the Dimasa tribe from his home at Kumacherra village under Lakhipur subdivision in the Cachar district.
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On February 6, the Black Widow faction of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), abducted a trader belonging to the Dimasa tribe from his home at Kumacherra village under Lakhipur subdivision in the Cachar district.
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February - 6 
Security forces recovered one AK-56 rifle, 116 rounds, four magazines, two hand grenades and one pouch from forward village of Matkoola in Kanachak sector.
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Security forces recovered one AK-56 rifle, 116 rounds, four magazines, two hand grenades and one pouch from forward village of Matkoola in Kanachak sector.
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February - 6 
A suicide attacker blew himself up in the car park of Islamabad airport on February 6 night, killing himself and injuring 10 people, mostly security force personnel, reports Daily News. Police officials said that the attacker arrived at the airport c
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A suicide attacker blew himself up in the car park of Islamabad airport on February 6 night, killing himself and injuring 10 people, mostly security force personnel, reports Daily News. Police officials said that the attacker arrived at the airport close to 8:50 pm in a taxi with two other people and was stopped for checking by Airport Security Force officials who asked for his identification. The man opened fire at the guards and then ran towards the VIP lounge of the airport forcing the security officials to return fire, which led to an explosion. A police official told that the explosion damaged several cars.
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February - 6 
On February 6, suspected militants killed two Afghan nationals they accused of being spies of the United States in North Waziristan, reports Daily News. An administration official told that the two bodies, recovered near Mubarak Shahi village were ke
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On February 6, suspected militants killed two Afghan nationals they accused of being spies of the United States in North Waziristan, reports Daily News. An administration official told that the two bodies, recovered near Mubarak Shahi village were kept in the Town Hall in Miranshah for identification, but were later buried at Sheikh Adam cemetery when nobody came to claim them. No group has claimed responsibility for the killings, but pro-Taliban militants are usually blamed for such attacks.
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February - 6 
Two extremists belonging to the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) surrendered to Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel in the Kushtia district along with arms, reports Daily Star. The surrendered extremists, identified a
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Two extremists belonging to the Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) surrendered to Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel in the Kushtia district along with arms, reports Daily Star. The surrendered extremists, identified as Moslem Uddin and Rasedul Islam of Katchubaria village in Mirpur sub-district, deposited two rifles and three bullets.
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February - 6 
A passenger bus, travelling from Colombo to Batticaloa was waylaid and robbed by LTTE cadres in the general area of Karuwankerni on February 6.
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A passenger bus, travelling from Colombo to Batticaloa was waylaid and robbed by LTTE cadres in the general area of Karuwankerni on February 6.
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February - 6 
Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama told on February 6 that the government will mobilise all its resources to bring to an end all acts of terrorism while evolving a political solution for the North East issue, Addressing the diplomatic corps on his
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Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama told on February 6 that the government will mobilise all its resources to bring to an end all acts of terrorism while evolving a political solution for the North East issue, Addressing the diplomatic corps on his first day in office, the Minister said Government will be able to present a political solution that is currently being worked out to all stakeholders within a short period of time.
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February - 6 
Three persons of Sinhalese origin were arrested from an unspecified area on February 6 for aiding LTTE cadres. A large haul of weapons, ammunition, pistols, hand grenades, six kilograms of C-4 explosives, electric detonators, shot guns were recovered
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Three persons of Sinhalese origin were arrested from an unspecified area on February 6 for aiding LTTE cadres. A large haul of weapons, ammunition, pistols, hand grenades, six kilograms of C-4 explosives, electric detonators, shot guns were recovered from the arrested persons.
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February - 6 
Troops deployed at Iyattalai in Jaffna recovered a claymore mine weighing about eight kilograms while on route clearing on February 6.
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Troops deployed at Iyattalai in Jaffna recovered a claymore mine weighing about eight kilograms while on route clearing on February 6.
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February - 7 
A LeT militant, identified as Mohd Hussain Shah alias Abu Yasir of village Chareel surrendered before troops of 17 Rashtriya Rifles in Banihal tehsil (administrative division) of Ramban police district.
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A LeT militant, identified as Mohd Hussain Shah alias Abu Yasir of village Chareel surrendered before troops of 17 Rashtriya Rifles in Banihal tehsil (administrative division) of Ramban police district.
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February - 7 
A Special Police Officer (SPO) and a former militant were arrested by police for extorting people in Basantgarh area of Udhampur district.
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A Special Police Officer (SPO) and a former militant were arrested by police for extorting people in Basantgarh area of Udhampur district.
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February - 7 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, identified as commander of the outfit’s 27th battalion, Biplob Changmai alias Hema Deka, was killed by Assam police personnel during a counter insurgency operation at Biswanath Pathar under Howraghat
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, identified as commander of the outfit’s 27th battalion, Biplob Changmai alias Hema Deka, was killed by Assam police personnel during a counter insurgency operation at Biswanath Pathar under Howraghat police station in the Karbi Anglong district on February 7, according to Assam Tribune.
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February - 7 
An unidentified militant surrendered along with one AK rifle, four magazines, 120 rounds of ammunition, one hand grenade and one fake identity card at Handwara.
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An unidentified militant surrendered along with one AK rifle, four magazines, 120 rounds of ammunition, one hand grenade and one fake identity card at Handwara.
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February - 7 
On February 7, two militants of Lashker-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter at Nowpora in the Pulwama district and two AK rifles, six magazines, 110 rounds of ammunition and one hand grenade were recovered from the slain militants.
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On February 7, two militants of Lashker-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter at Nowpora in the Pulwama district and two AK rifles, six magazines, 110 rounds of ammunition and one hand grenade were recovered from the slain militants.
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February - 7 
Security forces (SF) recovered 75 kilograms of TNT from National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants in Arunachal Pradesh. The propaganda wing of the NSCN-K said that SF raids were conducted in the Saching village in Changlang d
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Security forces (SF) recovered 75 kilograms of TNT from National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants in Arunachal Pradesh. The propaganda wing of the NSCN-K said that SF raids were conducted in the Saching village in Changlang district on February 7. While the NSCN-K claimed that two SF personnel and a ‘sergent major’ were killed during the raid, SF sources said that the casualties among the militants could be higher.
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February - 7 
Two armed motorcyclists killed an Intelligence Bureau (IB) official on February 7 near Zarghun Khel post near Darra Adam Khel in North West Frontier Province while he was on his way to Peshawar after attending a jirga (tribal grand council). Senior I
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Two armed motorcyclists killed an Intelligence Bureau (IB) official on February 7 near Zarghun Khel post near Darra Adam Khel in North West Frontier Province while he was on his way to Peshawar after attending a jirga (tribal grand council). Senior IB officials told Daily News “The attackers were suspected Taliban militants, and Nazar was a victim of a target killing”. The jirga had been arranged to seek local tribal elders’ support against “wanted criminals”, and Nazar attended it as an “observer” to report details to higher authorities.
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February - 7 
Maoist leader Prachanda on February 7 called for the immediate abolition of the country's monarchy, accusing King Gyanendra of trying to undermine a peace deal that threatens his throne. Prachanda told AFP, “He has not got enough power to control the
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Maoist leader Prachanda on February 7 called for the immediate abolition of the country's monarchy, accusing King Gyanendra of trying to undermine a peace deal that threatens his throne. Prachanda told AFP, “He has not got enough power to control the country again, but he has the power to create problems.” “We are proposing that we have to take steps to declare a republic right away”, Prachanda added. He further said, “He has influence inside the army, inside the bureaucracy. He has influence inside the police force and he has influence in some sections of people, mainly Hindu fundamentalists. The king is trying to create problems by stirring the Mahadhesi movement because he knows that he has no relevance.”
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February - 7 
A cadre of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was killed as troops opened fire on a group of LTTE cadres attempting to throw hand grenades targeting troops on duty in the general area of Kiliveddy in Jaffna on February 7, according to defenc
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A cadre of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was killed as troops opened fire on a group of LTTE cadres attempting to throw hand grenades targeting troops on duty in the general area of Kiliveddy in Jaffna on February 7, according to defence ministry sources. A subsequent search operation led to the recovery of two hand grenades.
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February - 7 
A LTTE cadre attempting to lob a hand grenade was shot and killed by troops at Chiruppiddi in Jaffna. Troops recovered a cyanide capsule from the slain cadre.
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A LTTE cadre attempting to lob a hand grenade was shot and killed by troops at Chiruppiddi in Jaffna. Troops recovered a cyanide capsule from the slain cadre.
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February - 7 
Liberation Tiger of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres killed the Head Priest of a Hindu temple at Sandiveli Pullair Kovil in Batticaloa on February 7. Commander of the Sri Lanka Army (SLA), Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka said that “desperate terrorists ch
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Liberation Tiger of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres killed the Head Priest of a Hindu temple at Sandiveli Pullair Kovil in Batticaloa on February 7. Commander of the Sri Lanka Army (SLA), Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka said that “desperate terrorists chased away from Verugal and Vakare areas after their infiltration into Thoppigala jungle patches are directly responsible for this heinous crime”.
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February - 7 
Troops recovered one 9 mm Chinese Pistol, one pistol magazine and ten 9 mm ammunition, hidden in an abandoned house during a search operation in Arasadi of Jaffna.
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Troops recovered one 9 mm Chinese Pistol, one pistol magazine and ten 9 mm ammunition, hidden in an abandoned house during a search operation in Arasadi of Jaffna.
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February - 8 
According to a delayed report, the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) allegedly abducted a Dima Halam Daogah (DHD) militant, Ronald Hojai, on his way from Dhansiri to Diphu in the Karbi Anglong district on February 8, reports Telegraph. Int
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According to a delayed report, the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) allegedly abducted a Dima Halam Daogah (DHD) militant, Ronald Hojai, on his way from Dhansiri to Diphu in the Karbi Anglong district on February 8, reports Telegraph. Intelligence sources in Haflong, the headquarters of North Cachar Hills district, said these two outfits are silently expanding their area of operations in both districts and the abduction could be fallout of that rivalry.
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February - 8 
According to Nagaland Post, on February 8, militants belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) abducted seven civilians from a court room at Pungro in the Tuensang district and subsequently killed them at an unspec
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According to Nagaland Post, on February 8, militants belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) abducted seven civilians from a court room at Pungro in the Tuensang district and subsequently killed them at an unspecified place.
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February - 8 
Five security force (SF) personnel including a civilian were killed, on February 8 in a powerful landmine explosion at Bhairamgarh in Bijapur. The SF personnel were trying to defuse explosives earlier recovered in the area, suspected to have been pla
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Five security force (SF) personnel including a civilian were killed, on February 8 in a powerful landmine explosion at Bhairamgarh in Bijapur. The SF personnel were trying to defuse explosives earlier recovered in the area, suspected to have been planted by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). Dantewada superintendent of police Om Prakash Pal said, “While the security forces were examining the already defused bomb after disconnecting it, another hidden bomb exploded.” Four among the dead are from Nagaland Armed Police, which included its superintendent of police. The IGP in-charge of anti-Maoist operations Girdhari Nayak told Hindustan Times that this is an unusual entrapment by the Maoists.
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February - 8 
Militants ambushed a security force patrol and killed four soldiers of Rashtriya Rifles in a late night ambush on February 8, in Tral area of Pulwama district in south Kashmir. Six to eight soldiers sustained gunshot wounds. A civilian, namely Mohamm
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Militants ambushed a security force patrol and killed four soldiers of Rashtriya Rifles in a late night ambush on February 8, in Tral area of Pulwama district in south Kashmir. Six to eight soldiers sustained gunshot wounds. A civilian, namely Mohammad Afzal Rather, was also killed in the crossfire.
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February - 8 
Militants killed a functionary of the counter-insurgent outfit Ikhwan-ul-Muslimoon near Baharabad in Hajan of Ganderbal Police District, reports Daily Excelsior. Vice Chairman of the Awami League, Mohammad Yusuf Dar alias Yusuf Bhagwan, was killed af
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Militants killed a functionary of the counter-insurgent outfit Ikhwan-ul-Muslimoon near Baharabad in Hajan of Ganderbal Police District, reports Daily Excelsior. Vice Chairman of the Awami League, Mohammad Yusuf Dar alias Yusuf Bhagwan, was killed after militants opened fire on his vehicle. His wife Dilshada and personal security officer, Farooq Ahmed, who were also travelling by the same car, sustained gunshot wounds. Spokesman of Al-Mansoorein guerrilla outfit, Aamir Mir, claimed responsibility for the killing.
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February - 8 
On February 8, a tribal leader belonging to the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) identified as Ratansen Tripura was killed by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants at his home in Ratan Nagar village under Gandacherra subdivisi
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On February 8, a tribal leader belonging to the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) identified as Ratansen Tripura was killed by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants at his home in Ratan Nagar village under Gandacherra subdivision in the Dhalai district, reports Telegraph. Militants while fleeing after the killing shot at and injured another CPI-M worker, Tanijay Tripura near the Ratan Nagar bailey bridge. Sources said CPI-M leader was killed because he refused to pay extortion to the militants.
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February - 8 
On February 8, India and Bhutan signed a revised version of the 57-year-old friendship treaty giving the latter more freedom in the crucial areas of foreign policy and non-lethal military purchases, reports Hindustan Times. The updated treaty was sig
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On February 8, India and Bhutan signed a revised version of the 57-year-old friendship treaty giving the latter more freedom in the crucial areas of foreign policy and non-lethal military purchases, reports Hindustan Times. The updated treaty was signed between the two sides at Hyderabad House in New Delhi after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Bhutan's king Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk held talks on a wide array of bilateral and global issues. The revised treaty has rewritten Articles 2 and 6 of the 1949 document and gives Thimphu more freedom to pursue its foreign policy and in the purchase of non-lethal military equipment as long as such decisions do not damage India's vital strategic interests. The old treaty was signed in Darjeeling August 8, 1949.
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February - 8 February - 9
On February 9, the Sambalpur district police said that they found and removed anti-panchayat (village level body) election material, reportedly circulated by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres. According to Telegraph, A banner sa
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On February 9, the Sambalpur district police said that they found and removed anti-panchayat (village level body) election material, reportedly circulated by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres. According to Telegraph, A banner saying “Boycott polls and assert your democratic right” spotted at a temple near Bareipani Industrial Estate of Sambalpur town was removed on February 8. Maoist cadres reportedly had also distributed leaflets and posters in the Dasmati Colony, Stationpara, Malipara and Mudipara areas.
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February - 8 
Police arrested three NLFT militants, identified as Ratan Tripura, Saidol Asalong and Alakjay Asalong, from a shop in GB Market Square.
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Police arrested three NLFT militants, identified as Ratan Tripura, Saidol Asalong and Alakjay Asalong, from a shop in GB Market Square.
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February - 8 
The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chief Hagrama Mahiliary on February 8 said that the Bodoland Territorial Area Districts (BTAD) area must get a separate state of Bodoland within the next two decades. He said that the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT
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The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chief Hagrama Mahiliary on February 8 said that the Bodoland Territorial Area Districts (BTAD) area must get a separate state of Bodoland within the next two decades. He said that the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) leadership in its negotiations with the Union Government had come down from its separate state demand only due to lack of infrastructure needs for a state.
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February - 8 
Two suspected People's Liberation Army (PLA) militants were shot dead by security force (SF) personnel during a counter insurgency operation at Lamlai Bazar in the Imphal East district on February 8, according to a delayed report. One AK 56 Rifle was
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Two suspected People's Liberation Army (PLA) militants were shot dead by security force (SF) personnel during a counter insurgency operation at Lamlai Bazar in the Imphal East district on February 8, according to a delayed report. One AK 56 Rifle was recovered from the possession of the slain militants.
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February - 8 
On February 8, India and Bhutan signed a revised version of the 57-year-old friendship treaty giving the latter more freedom in the crucial areas of foreign policy and non-lethal military purchases, reports Hindustan Times. The updated treaty was sig
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On February 8, India and Bhutan signed a revised version of the 57-year-old friendship treaty giving the latter more freedom in the crucial areas of foreign policy and non-lethal military purchases, reports Hindustan Times. The updated treaty was signed between the two sides at Hyderabad House in New Delhi after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Bhutan's king Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk held talks on a wide array of bilateral and global issues. The revised treaty has rewritten Articles 2 and 6 of the 1949 document and gives Thimphu more freedom to pursue its foreign policy and in the purchase of non-lethal military equipment as long as such decisions do not damage India's vital strategic interests. The old treaty was signed in Darjeeling August 8, 1949.
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February - 8 
A decomposed dead body of an LTTE cadre was recovered by troops engaged in search and clear operations in the Vakare areas on February 8.
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A decomposed dead body of an LTTE cadre was recovered by troops engaged in search and clear operations in the Vakare areas on February 8.
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February - 8 
In a search operation in the same area troops found an abandoned LTTE suicide boat laden with claymore mines at Paldenai beach area in Vakare. Among other recoveries from the same area were a tractor with its trailer, two motorbikes, eight anti perso
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In a search operation in the same area troops found an abandoned LTTE suicide boat laden with claymore mines at Paldenai beach area in Vakare. Among other recoveries from the same area were a tractor with its trailer, two motorbikes, eight anti personnel mines, two magazines with live ammunition, two LTTE dog tags and one LTTE identity card.
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February - 8 
On February 8, cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) opened fire targeting Special Task Force (STF) soldiers on duty at Vavunathivu in Batticaloa and injured two civilians, reports defence ministry sources.
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On February 8, cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) opened fire targeting Special Task Force (STF) soldiers on duty at Vavunathivu in Batticaloa and injured two civilians, reports defence ministry sources.
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February - 9 
According to delayed reports, two women cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were killed during an encounter near Jagargunda in Jagdalpur of Bastar district on February 6. A few other cadres, including hard core area commander P
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According to delayed reports, two women cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were killed during an encounter near Jagargunda in Jagdalpur of Bastar district on February 6. A few other cadres, including hard core area commander Papa Rao were reported to have been injured during the encounter. Two guns were recovered from the slain cadres.
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February - 9 
An IED weighing 12 kilograms was found from a railway track in Mamoroni, near Makum railway station in the Tinsukia district on February 9.
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An IED weighing 12 kilograms was found from a railway track in Mamoroni, near Makum railway station in the Tinsukia district on February 9.
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February - 9 
An improvised explosive device (IED) planted by suspected ULFA militants exploded on an electric tower of the North East Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO) in the Sivasagar district on November 9. No one was injured in the explosion and the damage t
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An improvised explosive device (IED) planted by suspected ULFA militants exploded on an electric tower of the North East Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO) in the Sivasagar district on November 9. No one was injured in the explosion and the damage to the tower located at Mahamora Konwar village was minimal.
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February - 9 
On February 9, suspected militants detonated an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at the Kamakhya railway station in the outskirts of the Guwahati city, reports Sentinel. No one, however, was injured in the explosion. Police sources said train servic
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On February 9, suspected militants detonated an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at the Kamakhya railway station in the outskirts of the Guwahati city, reports Sentinel. No one, however, was injured in the explosion. Police sources said train services were not affected by the explosion.
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February - 9 
On February 9, United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants ambushed a poll party carrying electronic voting machines between Rehang and Ningcha in the Ukhrul district, killing three personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), an elect
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On February 9, United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants ambushed a poll party carrying electronic voting machines between Rehang and Ningcha in the Ukhrul district, killing three personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), an election official and a civilian, reports Telegraph. Another CRPF personnel was critically injured. The poll team was returning to the Kamjong subdivision headquarters after collecting voting machines from remote locations of the district. The militants decamped with two self-loading rifles and a light machine gun. The UNLF subsequently claimed responsibility for the attack.
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February - 9 February - 9
The death toll in the February 8 ambush at Bhairamgarh in the Dantewada district rose to seven with the death of two more injured persons.
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The death toll in the February 8 ambush at Bhairamgarh in the Dantewada district rose to seven with the death of two more injured persons.
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February - 9 
Kantipur online adds that Maoists seized all voters' list documents from Salyantar Village Development Committee (VDC) of Dhading district, on February 9, protesting that they were not included in the voters' list collection task. According to Chief
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Kantipur online adds that Maoists seized all voters' list documents from Salyantar Village Development Committee (VDC) of Dhading district, on February 9, protesting that they were not included in the voters' list collection task. According to Chief of District Election Office Khagendra Ghimire, the Maoists barged into the all-party meeting and seized all essential documents. Earlier, Maoists also disrupted voters' list collection in Khalte, Pida and Jyamrung of the same district.
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February - 9 
Maoist cadres decamped with the voters’ lists including other documents from Kavre Village Development Committee (VDC) of Dolakha district on February 9. The Maoists said that voters’ name should be collected in the places where they are staying. Mao
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Maoist cadres decamped with the voters’ lists including other documents from Kavre Village Development Committee (VDC) of Dolakha district on February 9. The Maoists said that voters’ name should be collected in the places where they are staying. Maoists also forced the officials to enlist their cadres’ names, who were from other districts.
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February - 9 
The Kathmandu-based Industrial Security Group (ISG) – which comprises of representatives of the Embassies of France, Germany, India, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the Delegation of the European Commission, along with their bil
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The Kathmandu-based Industrial Security Group (ISG) – which comprises of representatives of the Embassies of France, Germany, India, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the Delegation of the European Commission, along with their bilateral Chambers of Commerce – has urged the Maoists to cease violence, abductions and extortion. According to Nepal News, the ISG in a statement on February 9 said, "In Kathmandu, while Maoist extortion has continued all along, it appears to be soaring in the run-up to the Maoist rally on February 13. Once again, the Maoists are demanding money, lodging and food from the businesses and residences in the Valley. We call upon the Maoists to cease these activities immediately. The Maoists' continuing use of violence and intimidation is in clear violation of their commitments under the Comprehensive Peace Agreement and at complete odds with their new status as members of the Interim Parliament.”
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February - 9 
Two cadres of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), arrested in connection with series bomb blasts in Dhaka on August 17, 2005, were placed on a 10-day remand on February 9, reports Daily Star. The JMB militants were identified as Habib Ullah al
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Two cadres of the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), arrested in connection with series bomb blasts in Dhaka on August 17, 2005, were placed on a 10-day remand on February 9, reports Daily Star. The JMB militants were identified as Habib Ullah alias Habu and Iqbal Hossain.
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February - 9 
Troops killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres at Periyakattukulam in Welioya on Friday 9, according to defence ministry sources. Troops also destroyed a tractor in which they were traveling.
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Troops killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres at Periyakattukulam in Welioya on Friday 9, according to defence ministry sources. Troops also destroyed a tractor in which they were traveling.
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February - 9 
Unidentified gunmen shot dead a teacher, identified as Thambirajah Thileepan, in Pattanichchur Puliyankulam area in the Vavuniya district on February 9.
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Unidentified gunmen shot dead a teacher, identified as Thambirajah Thileepan, in Pattanichchur Puliyankulam area in the Vavuniya district on February 9.
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February - 10 
Three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants, Bimal Debbarma, Mangal Debbarma and Rupchand Debbarma, of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction surrendered at Khumlwng in the West Tripura district on February 10, according to Tripurainfo. Ac
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Three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants, Bimal Debbarma, Mangal Debbarma and Rupchand Debbarma, of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction surrendered at Khumlwng in the West Tripura district on February 10, according to Tripurainfo. According to police sources, they escaped from their hideouts in Bangladesh with arms and ammunition.
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February - 10 
Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chairman Hagrama Mohilary, while addressing the fourth anniversary of the Bodo Accord on February 10, declared that a “Bodo state” remained the ultimate dream for his community, reports Telegraph. Mohilary said: “I
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Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chairman Hagrama Mohilary, while addressing the fourth anniversary of the Bodo Accord on February 10, declared that a “Bodo state” remained the ultimate dream for his community, reports Telegraph. Mohilary said: “I am confident that we will get the Bodoland state without any agitation by diplomatically fighting for it.”
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February - 10 
During a search operation in the Marsari forests of Kralpora in Kupwara district SF personnel recovered one AK 56 rifle, three magazines, 148 rounds, one radio set, 16 UBGL grenades, two mortar shells and an improvised explosive device from a militan
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During a search operation in the Marsari forests of Kralpora in Kupwara district SF personnel recovered one AK 56 rifle, three magazines, 148 rounds, one radio set, 16 UBGL grenades, two mortar shells and an improvised explosive device from a militant hideout.
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February - 10 
Militants belonging to the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) shot at and wounded an ‘imposter’, identified as Moirangthem Yugeshwor, at unspecified place in the Tamenglong district on February 10, according to Sangai Express.
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Militants belonging to the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) shot at and wounded an ‘imposter’, identified as Moirangthem Yugeshwor, at unspecified place in the Tamenglong district on February 10, according to Sangai Express.
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February - 10 
On 10 February, at least nine militants of the Meghalaya based Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), including its senior leader Herman Pakyntein, surrendered with arms and ammunitions at Panisagar in the North Tripura district. They deposi
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On 10 February, at least nine militants of the Meghalaya based Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), including its senior leader Herman Pakyntein, surrendered with arms and ammunitions at Panisagar in the North Tripura district. They deposited a rifle and two shot guns. They also escaped from their hideout in Bangladesh. Shillong Times quoting police sources reported that the present cadre strength of the HNLC is estimated to be around 60 to 70, following the surrender.
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February - 10 
On February 10, six left-wing extremists (Naxalites) belonging to the Janashakthi dalam (squad) were arrested at Jeevakona in the Chittoor district while holding a meeting. The arrested have been identified as Golla Prasanna Babu alias Raju, Pidugu P
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On February 10, six left-wing extremists (Naxalites) belonging to the Janashakthi dalam (squad) were arrested at Jeevakona in the Chittoor district while holding a meeting. The arrested have been identified as Golla Prasanna Babu alias Raju, Pidugu Prathap alias Naresh alias Sekhar (27), N.Thyagaraju alias Jayachandra alias Eswar, Gandhala Munaiah alias Bhaskar alias Suryam, Mallepuvvu Suneetha and Manchali Harijana Lalappa. Charu Sinha, Superintendent of Police of Chittoor told The Hindu that the Janashakti dalam was virtually wiped out with the arrests.
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February - 10 
On February 10, suspected Naxalites set two vehicles of a private construction company afire at the Harichandanpur area of Keonjhar district, reports Telegraph. Police sources said that a dozen naxalite cadres approached the company’s camp and burnt
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On February 10, suspected Naxalites set two vehicles of a private construction company afire at the Harichandanpur area of Keonjhar district, reports Telegraph. Police sources said that a dozen naxalite cadres approached the company’s camp and burnt down the vehicles after asking the workers to come out of the camp. Keonjhar Superintendent of Police, Ghanashyam Upadhyay said, “It seems they had earlier asked for some money from the supervisor. But he refused and they burnt the vehicles as an act of revenge.”
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February - 10 
Security forces (SFs) are reported to have killed two terrorists during an encounter in the Shopian area of Pulwama district on February 10. Official sources told Daily Excelsior that troops of Rashtriya Rifles (62 Battalion) laid siege to a cluster
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Security forces (SFs) are reported to have killed two terrorists during an encounter in the Shopian area of Pulwama district on February 10. Official sources told Daily Excelsior that troops of Rashtriya Rifles (62 Battalion) laid siege to a cluster of houses at Chak-e-Cholan village in Shopian after learning that a group of four terrorists was hiding at the residence of one Assadullah. In the brief gun-battle that followed two terrorists managed to hide but two more were killed. Two AK-56 rifles were recovered from their possession. Officials have tentatively identified the slain militants as Noor Khan alias Muawiya alias Bihari alias Bangladeshi and Abu Vaqas of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). A 35-year-old civilian, identified as Nazir Ahmed Shah, also reportedly died in the cross-firing.
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February - 10 
Telegraph quoting a senior unidentified police officer in Chhattisgarh reports that Assam based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) provided technological know how to the Maoists who triggered an explosion killing seven persons at Bhairamgarh in t
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Telegraph quoting a senior unidentified police officer in Chhattisgarh reports that Assam based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) provided technological know how to the Maoists who triggered an explosion killing seven persons at Bhairamgarh in the Dantewada district on February 8. Elaborating on the technology, the officer, on condition of anonymity, said the lunchbox was connected with two detonators and batteries.
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February - 10 
A blast at the office of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Peshawar, capital of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) at around 4:30am on February 10 damaged four vehicles and some property, but nobody was injured as the office
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A blast at the office of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Peshawar, capital of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) at around 4:30am on February 10 damaged four vehicles and some property, but nobody was injured as the office was closed, said an ICRC spokesman and police, according to Daily Times.
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February - 10 
A civilian, identified as Abdul Ghani Jan, was killed and two persons wounded during a landmine blast in the Sibi district of Balochistan on February 10, according to Daily Times. Sources said unidentified persons had planted landmines in Lehrai.
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A civilian, identified as Abdul Ghani Jan, was killed and two persons wounded during a landmine blast in the Sibi district of Balochistan on February 10, according to Daily Times. Sources said unidentified persons had planted landmines in Lehrai.
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February - 10 
Gas supply to parts of Quetta, capital of Balochistan, was disrupted for over 12 hours on February 10 after suspected insurgents blew up a major gas pipeline. The 16-inch diameter pipeline was ruptured in the Kili Kambarani locality on the outskirts
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Gas supply to parts of Quetta, capital of Balochistan, was disrupted for over 12 hours on February 10 after suspected insurgents blew up a major gas pipeline. The 16-inch diameter pipeline was ruptured in the Kili Kambarani locality on the outskirts of Quetta, Daily Times reported. The explosion caused a huge fire which forced the suspension of the main centre supplying gas to the city. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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February - 10 
On February 10, the US advised American citizens to avoid crowded markets and public demonstrations in Peshawar, following the blast at the ICRC. “Americans are advised against visiting Peshawar’s Old City and Sadar Bazaar, and restrict movement thro
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On February 10, the US advised American citizens to avoid crowded markets and public demonstrations in Peshawar, following the blast at the ICRC. “Americans are advised against visiting Peshawar’s Old City and Sadar Bazaar, and restrict movement throughout the city, staying mainly in the University Town area,” read a notice issued by the US Embassy in Islamabad.
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February - 10 
The international aid agency said it was suspending all field operations in NWFP, but ICRC spokesman Raza Hamdani told Daily Times from Islamabad that ICRC would continue its operations, and a security review was underway. The spokesman said a gas cy
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The international aid agency said it was suspending all field operations in NWFP, but ICRC spokesman Raza Hamdani told Daily Times from Islamabad that ICRC would continue its operations, and a security review was underway. The spokesman said a gas cylinder was lobbed into the car park, but Peshawar police chief Abdul Majeed Marwat said the blast had been caused by an explosive device planted near a geyser.
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February - 10 
Maoist cadres attacked leaders of Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and foiled their programme being held in Besisahar of Lamjung district on February 10, according to Nepal News. Following the attack, 20 workers of RPP were injured, including Hemjung
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Maoist cadres attacked leaders of Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and foiled their programme being held in Besisahar of Lamjung district on February 10, according to Nepal News. Following the attack, 20 workers of RPP were injured, including Hemjung Gurung, the president of RPP-Lamjung. The incident occurred when Maoist students barged into the venue where the RPP was holding its workers' meet compelling the RPP leaders and workers to leave the area.
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February - 10 
Students of the All Nepal National Independent Student Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R), who had gathered in Kathmandu for a district convention, vandalised a statue of the late King Mahendra at Mahendranagar Chowk in Kanchanpur district on February 10
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Students of the All Nepal National Independent Student Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R), who had gathered in Kathmandu for a district convention, vandalised a statue of the late King Mahendra at Mahendranagar Chowk in Kanchanpur district on February 10, kantipur online reports.
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February - 10 
Three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants, Bimal Debbarma, Mangal Debbarma and Rupchand Debbarma, of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction surrendered at Khumlwng in the West Tripura district on February 10, according to Tripurainfo. Ac
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Three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants, Bimal Debbarma, Mangal Debbarma and Rupchand Debbarma, of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction surrendered at Khumlwng in the West Tripura district on February 10, according to Tripurainfo. According to police sources, they escaped from their hideouts in Bangladesh with arms and ammunition.
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February - 10 
A leader of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) belonging to the outfit’s Haque faction, identified as Harun-or-Rashid, was killed in 'crossfire' between the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel and PBCP operatives in Jhenaidah on February 10, rep
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A leader of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) belonging to the outfit’s Haque faction, identified as Harun-or-Rashid, was killed in 'crossfire' between the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel and PBCP operatives in Jhenaidah on February 10, reports Daily Star. RAB personnel raided the Berbenni village of Harinakunda where the PBCP cadres were holding a secret meeting and in the ensuing encounter Harun was killed. A shutter gun and two rounds of bullet were recovered from the encounter site. RAB sources said that the killed extremist was an extortionist and accused in six cases including three for murders.
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February - 10 
Two civilians were killed by left-wing extremists in the Bholadanga village of Gangni sub-district in the Meherpur district on February 10, reports Daily Star. The killed persons have been identified as Sajib Ali and Mashiur Rahman alias Hasan from H
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Two civilians were killed by left-wing extremists in the Bholadanga village of Gangni sub-district in the Meherpur district on February 10, reports Daily Star. The killed persons have been identified as Sajib Ali and Mashiur Rahman alias Hasan from Haridah village. Notun Lal Juddho, a new faction of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) claimed responsibility for the killing. Dilip Biswas, introducing himself as a top leader of the outfit, claimed that the civilians were killed for their 'anti-social' activities.
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February - 10 
Troops also recovered one 120 mm mortar bipod without wheels, four claymore mines and 17 anti personnel mines, from Ilandamodu in Vakarai, according to defence ministry sources.
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Troops also recovered one 120 mm mortar bipod without wheels, four claymore mines and 17 anti personnel mines, from Ilandamodu in Vakarai, according to defence ministry sources.
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February - 10 
Troops recovered five more anti-personnel mines from Verugal in Vakarai area on February 10.
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Troops recovered five more anti-personnel mines from Verugal in Vakarai area on February 10.
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February - 10 
Troops recovered three claymore mines with three stands, three T-56 assault riffles, one hand grenade, one tiger camouflage kit and two traveling bags hidden inside of a bush in Thambalagamuwa area in Anuradhapura district on February 10.
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Troops recovered three claymore mines with three stands, three T-56 assault riffles, one hand grenade, one tiger camouflage kit and two traveling bags hidden inside of a bush in Thambalagamuwa area in Anuradhapura district on February 10.
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February - 10 
Two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed by troops at Welioya on February 10, reports Lanka page.
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Two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed by troops at Welioya on February 10, reports Lanka page.
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February - 10 
Unidentified armed men shot dead a trader, Maheswaran Uthayasekaran, at Aiyankerny under Eravur police division in the Batticaloa district on February 10-evening.
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Unidentified armed men shot dead a trader, Maheswaran Uthayasekaran, at Aiyankerny under Eravur police division in the Batticaloa district on February 10-evening.
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February - 11 
A civilian was killed during an encounter between terrorists and security forces in the Shopian town of Pulwama district.
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A civilian was killed during an encounter between terrorists and security forces in the Shopian town of Pulwama district.
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February - 11 
An unidentified militant reportedly fired some rounds at the polling office of K.Ratan, candidate of the Congress party for the ensuing Assembly election from Mayang Imphal Assembly constituency at Mayang Imphal in the Imphal West district on Februar
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An unidentified militant reportedly fired some rounds at the polling office of K.Ratan, candidate of the Congress party for the ensuing Assembly election from Mayang Imphal Assembly constituency at Mayang Imphal in the Imphal West district on February 11, according to Sangai Express. During a subsequent operation SF personnel recovered some empty cartridges of AK assault Rifle from the incident site.
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February - 11 
On February 11, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a tribal in Ader village, under the Faresgarh police station in the Bastar district.
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On February 11, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a tribal in Ader village, under the Faresgarh police station in the Bastar district.
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February - 11 
On February 11, police recovered 1,500 kilograms of explosives from Kushatand forest in the Mohanpur police station area of Gaya district of Bihar. The explosives, suspected to belong to the naxalites (left-wing extremists), were concealed in two pla
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On February 11, police recovered 1,500 kilograms of explosives from Kushatand forest in the Mohanpur police station area of Gaya district of Bihar. The explosives, suspected to belong to the naxalites (left-wing extremists), were concealed in two plastic tanks and buried under the ground. Superintendent of police Amit Jain told Sahara Samay that the explosives were used by the Naxalites for manufacturing can bombs and landmines.
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February - 11 
Terrorists shot dead Shabir Ahmad Bhat, a personnel of the Special Operation Group of Jammu and Kashmir Police, at Kangan in the Srinagar district on February 11, according to Daily Excelsior.
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Terrorists shot dead Shabir Ahmad Bhat, a personnel of the Special Operation Group of Jammu and Kashmir Police, at Kangan in the Srinagar district on February 11, according to Daily Excelsior.
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February - 11 
A non-governmental organisation’s office in the main bazaar of Darra Adam Khel in North West Frontier Province (NWFP) was badly damaged in a bomb blast late on February 11-night, according to Daily Times. The attack on NGO Darul Falah’s office comes
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A non-governmental organisation’s office in the main bazaar of Darra Adam Khel in North West Frontier Province (NWFP) was badly damaged in a bomb blast late on February 11-night, according to Daily Times. The attack on NGO Darul Falah’s office comes five days after unidentified motorcyclists shot dead an Intelligence Bureau official on February 7 near the same area. Muhammad Faisal Afridi, chief executive of the NGO working against the spread of drugs and to rehabilitate drug addicts, said the blast occurred around 11:15pm. Over the last week, the offices of two international NGOs – Save the Children in Battagram and the International Committee of the Red Cross in Peshawar – have been attacked in NWFP.
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February - 11 
Maoists abducted some school students and took them towards district headquarters in Dhadingbesi, to make them participate in the Maoist's central level meeting at Kathmandu on February 13.
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Maoists abducted some school students and took them towards district headquarters in Dhadingbesi, to make them participate in the Maoist's central level meeting at Kathmandu on February 13.
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February - 11 
According to Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) sources, a determined effort is being made by its campaigners to obtain signatures from British parliamentarians criticising the Sri Lankan Government handling the present crisis in the island, rep
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According to Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) sources, a determined effort is being made by its campaigners to obtain signatures from British parliamentarians criticising the Sri Lankan Government handling the present crisis in the island, reports Daily News. Already two left-wing parliamentarians have signed the petition and the campaigners are experiencing difficulties as others approached are not willing to put forward their names. In a political meeting held on February 11 in East London, attended by Nava Sama Samaja Party leader Wickramabahu Karunaratna, the pro-LTTE speakers appealed to the public to engage in the campaign to get the British parliamentarians to sign the petition. Some parliamentarians approached by the LTTE have refused to sign the petition and they have stated it is one sided and do not reflect the need for the LTTE to accept responsibility for the failures.
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February - 11 
An old man was critically injured when the LTTE fired mortar bombs towards Eravur from un-cleared areas in Batticaloa on February 11.
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An old man was critically injured when the LTTE fired mortar bombs towards Eravur from un-cleared areas in Batticaloa on February 11.
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February - 11 
Sri Lanka Police recovered dead bodies of two civilians, identified as Chelliah Mylvaganam and Navaratnam Arultheepan, with gunshot wounds and bearing torture marks in Valikamam East along Puttur-Chunnakam road close to Nilaavarai junction in the Jaf
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Sri Lanka Police recovered dead bodies of two civilians, identified as Chelliah Mylvaganam and Navaratnam Arultheepan, with gunshot wounds and bearing torture marks in Valikamam East along Puttur-Chunnakam road close to Nilaavarai junction in the Jaffna district on February 11-morning.
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February - 11 
Sri Lankan Army recovered explosives, including four electrical detonators, two hand grenades, a claymore mine stand and about eight metres of detonator cord, during a search operation at Uralu in Jaffna.
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Sri Lankan Army recovered explosives, including four electrical detonators, two hand grenades, a claymore mine stand and about eight metres of detonator cord, during a search operation at Uralu in Jaffna.
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February - 11 
Sri Lankan Navy arrested three persons belonging to Tamil community at Pesalai in Mannar. A Canadian passport and a large amount of money were recovered from their possession. “One suspect had in his possession US $ 451, Pounds Sterling 800, Canadia
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Sri Lankan Navy arrested three persons belonging to Tamil community at Pesalai in Mannar. A Canadian passport and a large amount of money were recovered from their possession. “One suspect had in his possession US $ 451, Pounds Sterling 800, Canadian $ 1,050 and LKR 24, 320,” a senior military official said.
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February - 11 
Unidentified gunmen shot dead the driver of a vehicle, identified as N. Gunadasa, near Vipulananda School at Pandarikulam in the Vavuniya district on February 11, according to pro –LTTE Tamil Net.
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Unidentified gunmen shot dead the driver of a vehicle, identified as N. Gunadasa, near Vipulananda School at Pandarikulam in the Vavuniya district on February 11, according to pro –LTTE Tamil Net.
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February - 12 
A factional clash between the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants and the rival Khaplang faction (NSCN-K) militants was reported from the Phek Town on February 12. Nagaland Post reports that there was no casualty in
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A factional clash between the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants and the rival Khaplang faction (NSCN-K) militants was reported from the Phek Town on February 12. Nagaland Post reports that there was no casualty in the incident.
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February - 12 
According to Kalinga Times, a cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was killed in an encounter with the police in the Kalimela Block of Malkangiri district on February 12. The encounter followed a landmine blast by the Maoists tar
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According to Kalinga Times, a cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was killed in an encounter with the police in the Kalimela Block of Malkangiri district on February 12. The encounter followed a landmine blast by the Maoists targeting the Central Reserve Police Force personnel who were carrying out combing operations near the Poplur village.
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February - 12 
According to Kalinga Times, a suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in the Malkangiri district on the eve of the three-tier panchayat (local self-government) polls in Orissa on February 12. The incident took place wh
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According to Kalinga Times, a suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in the Malkangiri district on the eve of the three-tier panchayat (local self-government) polls in Orissa on February 12. The incident took place when a police party heading for the Badigata polling booth under Kalimela police station of Malkangiri was attacked by the Maoists from inside the Kurup forests. One of the Maoists was killed as police personnel opened retaliatory fire. Police claimed to have recovered a grenade, explosives, literatures, kit bags and polythene sheets from the encounter site.
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February - 12 
An encounter was reported between security force (SF) personnel and militants of the Kuki National Front (KNF)’s Military Council faction at N. Boljang village in the Senapati district on February 12. Nagaland Post quoting official sources reported t
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An encounter was reported between security force (SF) personnel and militants of the Kuki National Front (KNF)’s Military Council faction at N. Boljang village in the Senapati district on February 12. Nagaland Post quoting official sources reported that there was no casualty in the incident.
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February - 12 
Army sources said that two cadres of United Liberation Front of Asom’s (ULFA) "finance wing" were arrested and 60 "demand" notes and rubber stamps were recovered from them at Borpathar in the Tinsukia district on February 12. Times of India reports t
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Army sources said that two cadres of United Liberation Front of Asom’s (ULFA) "finance wing" were arrested and 60 "demand" notes and rubber stamps were recovered from them at Borpathar in the Tinsukia district on February 12. Times of India reports that three other ULFA cadres, who printed the demand notes and made the rubber stamps, were arrested, following the interrogation of two militants arrested earlier. The extortion racket was reportedly run by "28th Charlie battalion" of the ULFA headed by ‘corporal’ Tutu Sonowal. The report added that the extortionists operated in Laopani, Dhola and Talap and small river islands along the southern banks of the Lohit River, the sources said.
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February - 12 
Indian Navy arrested two persons off Rameswaram coast in Tamil Nadu and seized components of around 2.9 tonnes from them used for making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), on February 12, Hindu reports. Preliminary enquiry revealed that the IED com
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Indian Navy arrested two persons off Rameswaram coast in Tamil Nadu and seized components of around 2.9 tonnes from them used for making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), on February 12, Hindu reports. Preliminary enquiry revealed that the IED components were being smuggled to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in Sri Lanka.
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February - 12 
On 12 February, United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants attacked the SF post at Bongjoi village, using hand grenade and other powerful explosives, in the Chandel district. No casualty has been reported from the site of the incident.
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On 12 February, United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militants attacked the SF post at Bongjoi village, using hand grenade and other powerful explosives, in the Chandel district. No casualty has been reported from the site of the incident.
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February - 12 
On 12th Feb, the Indian Navy arrested two persons and seized components of around 2.9 tonnes used for making improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in a boat off the Rameswaram coast in Tamil Nadu. Preliminary enquiry revealed that the IED components we
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On 12th Feb, the Indian Navy arrested two persons and seized components of around 2.9 tonnes used for making improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in a boat off the Rameswaram coast in Tamil Nadu. Preliminary enquiry revealed that the IED components were being smuggled to LTTE cadres in Sri Lanka. The seized consignment was reportedly meant for the LTTE in Sri Lanka, Commodore Phillip Van Haltren, Naval Officer in Charge (Tamil Nadu), told The Hindu.
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February - 12 
Police officials in Chhattisgarh on February 12 said that they have arrested six CPI-Maoist cadres and recovered explosives during an overnight raid in the Narayanpur area near Abujhmad locality in the forested Bastar region. Bastar range Inspector G
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Police officials in Chhattisgarh on February 12 said that they have arrested six CPI-Maoist cadres and recovered explosives during an overnight raid in the Narayanpur area near Abujhmad locality in the forested Bastar region. Bastar range Inspector General of Police R.K. Vij told IANS, "Six rebels dressed up in Maoist uniform surrendered to the police after a brief gun-battle in their hideout. We seized three tiffin bombs, one detonator, a 50-metre wire and Maoist literature from them."
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February - 12 
Security force personnel on February 12, destroyed a make shift camp of the ULFA at upper Dihing reserve forest near Samoguri village in the Tinsukia district, reports Shillong Times. The camp reportedly served as a base for providing medical treatme
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Security force personnel on February 12, destroyed a make shift camp of the ULFA at upper Dihing reserve forest near Samoguri village in the Tinsukia district, reports Shillong Times. The camp reportedly served as a base for providing medical treatment to the injured ULFA militants and other subversive activities in the area. Audio cassettes, mobile phone covers, files, diaries, clothes such as pants, jackets, scarves etc. were also recovered from the camp.
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February - 12 
At least 700 Taliban activists have crossed from Pakistan into Afghanistan to reinforce militants attacking a key dam, a major source of electricity and irrigation, a provincial governor in Afghanistan said on February 12. "We have got confirmed repo
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At least 700 Taliban activists have crossed from Pakistan into Afghanistan to reinforce militants attacking a key dam, a major source of electricity and irrigation, a provincial governor in Afghanistan said on February 12. "We have got confirmed reports that they are Pakistani, Uzbek and Chechen nationals and have sneaked in," Helmand Governor Asadullah Wafa told Reuters. The Kajaki dam has seen major fighting in recent weeks between the Taliban and NATO forces, mainly British and Dutch, according to Daily Times. Built by the Soviets in 1953, the dam irrigates about 285,000 acres of farmland and two hydroelectric plants built by the United States in 1975 have a capacity of 33 megawatts. Wafa disclosed that the Taliban cadres were brought in by local commanders for a joint operation with the al Qaeda. "They are planning to destroy the Kajaki dam," he said, accusing Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), of providing training and logistical support for the militants. "Pakistan is supporting the Taliban in order for them to keep fighting on in Afghanistan. They don’t want Afghanistan’s development and reconstruction," he said.
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February - 12 
Two bomb blasts occurred in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, on February 12, according to Dawn. According to police sources, unknown people fired a rocket around 11:30pm that landed and exploded in Pashtoonabad area. A portion of the house wa
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Two bomb blasts occurred in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, on February 12, according to Dawn. According to police sources, unknown people fired a rocket around 11:30pm that landed and exploded in Pashtoonabad area. A portion of the house was damaged due to the explosion. Another powerful explosion was reported from the Balock-5 area of the Satellite town. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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February - 12 
Finance Minister Ram Sharan Mahat has said that the Government has no knowledge of how the Maoists are spending money released by the Government, according to Nepal News. Mahat revealed that the Government has released NR 350 million to the Maoists a
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Finance Minister Ram Sharan Mahat has said that the Government has no knowledge of how the Maoists are spending money released by the Government, according to Nepal News. Mahat revealed that the Government has released NR 350 million to the Maoists at various intervals for ration, logistic and other needs of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) personnel, adding, "But, the Maoists have not submitted the details of expenses incurred so far from the fund." He also informed that the Government was about to release additional 290 million rupees for management of Maoist camps.
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February - 12 
The citizenship certificate distribution team deployed in Siddharthanagar municipality in Rupandehi District halted their work following interference by the Maoist cadres on February 12, Kantipur online reports. The team members said that Maoist cadr
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The citizenship certificate distribution team deployed in Siddharthanagar municipality in Rupandehi District halted their work following interference by the Maoist cadres on February 12, Kantipur online reports. The team members said that Maoist cadres threatened them to work as per their order, and pressurised them to immediately distribute certificates to persons with recommendation from their party cadres. The team members charged that the cadres also forcefully signed the public inquiry documents and pressured the team members to sign on the papers.
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February - 12 
A LTTE cadre was killed by the Sri Lankan Navy in a retaliatory attack in the seas off Poduwakattu in Trincomalee on February 12 (today), according to defence ministry sources. The Navy destroyed a boat of the LTTE and captured another and recovered
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A LTTE cadre was killed by the Sri Lankan Navy in a retaliatory attack in the seas off Poduwakattu in Trincomalee on February 12 (today), according to defence ministry sources. The Navy destroyed a boat of the LTTE and captured another and recovered some weapons from the boat.
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February - 12 
Hindu reports that, three soldiers were killed in an LTTE mortar attack at the Kilali Forward Defence Lines in the Jaffna district.
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Hindu reports that, three soldiers were killed in an LTTE mortar attack at the Kilali Forward Defence Lines in the Jaffna district.
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February - 12 
Mannar Police, on February 12-night, arrested a Tamil police constable who had allegedly helped in smuggling military uniforms to the LTTE in the Pallimuna area in Mannar, according to Colombo page. Military sources said that among the consignment we
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Mannar Police, on February 12-night, arrested a Tamil police constable who had allegedly helped in smuggling military uniforms to the LTTE in the Pallimuna area in Mannar, according to Colombo page. Military sources said that among the consignment were one Army shirt, two Army trousers, camouflage trousers, a pair of boots, a green colour tent, and 24 bags of polythene pieces weighing 25 kilograms each.
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February - 12 
On 12th Feb, the Indian Navy arrested two persons and seized components of around 2.9 tonnes used for making improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in a boat off the Rameswaram coast in Tamil Nadu. Preliminary enquiry revealed that the IED components we
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On 12th Feb, the Indian Navy arrested two persons and seized components of around 2.9 tonnes used for making improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in a boat off the Rameswaram coast in Tamil Nadu. Preliminary enquiry revealed that the IED components were being smuggled to LTTE cadres in Sri Lanka. The seized consignment was reportedly meant for the LTTE in Sri Lanka, Commodore Phillip Van Haltren, Naval Officer in Charge (Tamil Nadu), told The Hindu.
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February - 12 
President Mahinda Rajapakse, in an interview with the BBC, said that the Government's peace pact with the LTTE was a mistake. "Today we realise we have made a mistake. Through the peace pact, we've demarcated areas called LTTE controlled areas, and t
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President Mahinda Rajapakse, in an interview with the BBC, said that the Government's peace pact with the LTTE was a mistake. "Today we realise we have made a mistake. Through the peace pact, we've demarcated areas called LTTE controlled areas, and they have taken over the rights of the people through this pact. In the LTTE controlled areas, no political parties can function, people cannot walk anywhere in freedom, and the children are being forced to join the armed forces of the LTTE. These rights should be given back to the people," he said.
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February - 12 
The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN), on February 12, successfully repulsed an LTTE attack on a naval patrol and killed over eight LTTE cadres in the South coast off Poduwakkattu at Trincomalee, Daily News reports. The SLN also completely destroyed one LTTE boat
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The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN), on February 12, successfully repulsed an LTTE attack on a naval patrol and killed over eight LTTE cadres in the South coast off Poduwakkattu at Trincomalee, Daily News reports. The SLN also completely destroyed one LTTE boat and damaged another in the attack. Navy Spokesman Commander D.P.K. Dassanayake said that the Navy recovered a 12.7 mm machine gun, 7.62mm Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG), a T-56 assault riffle, four life jackets and a communication set in the damaged boat. "The boats were equipped with machine guns and 85 horsepower out board motors," he added.
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February - 13 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, identified as Nazir Ahmad Dar, was arrested along with a hand grenade, detonator and a packet of RDX from the Tahab area.
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, identified as Nazir Ahmad Dar, was arrested along with a hand grenade, detonator and a packet of RDX from the Tahab area.
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February - 13 
According to Daily Excelsior, two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter with the security force (SF) personnel at village Pustuna Tral in the Pulwama district on February 13.
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According to Daily Excelsior, two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter with the security force (SF) personnel at village Pustuna Tral in the Pulwama district on February 13.
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February - 13 
An encounter was reported between National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction and security force personnel at Nokbaripara under Kanchanpur police station in the North Tripura district on 13th February. Whi
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An encounter was reported between National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction and security force personnel at Nokbaripara under Kanchanpur police station in the North Tripura district on 13th February. While the militants managed to escape, some incriminating documents were recovered from the incident site.
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February - 13 
In the State, an unidentified militant surrendered along with some arms and ammunition in the Budgam district.
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In the State, an unidentified militant surrendered along with some arms and ammunition in the Budgam district.
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February - 13 
Militants belonging to the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) waylaid a vehicle and assaulted its driver at Jaggyakobrapara under Champahower police station in the West Tripura district on February 13, according to Tripurainfo. Intervention of the chairm
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Militants belonging to the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) waylaid a vehicle and assaulted its driver at Jaggyakobrapara under Champahower police station in the West Tripura district on February 13, according to Tripurainfo. Intervention of the chairman of a local village committee foiled the attempt of the militants to abduct the driver. The driver was attacked while returning after dropping goods and medicines meant for an administrative camp for which the militants reportedly had given a boycott call.
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February - 13 
On February 13, a woman Naxalite (left-wing extremist) of the Janashakthi group, Royyala Rajita alias Lalita, surrendered before the Nizamabad Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, V Anjani Kumar, and Superintendent of Police (SP), D. L. Sujata R
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On February 13, a woman Naxalite (left-wing extremist) of the Janashakthi group, Royyala Rajita alias Lalita, surrendered before the Nizamabad Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, V Anjani Kumar, and Superintendent of Police (SP), D. L. Sujata Rao, reports The Hindu. The surrendered extremist, a native of Akkapur village in the Machareddy mandal (administrative division) of Nizamabad district, had joined Janashakthi-Rajanna group in 2005 when she was 19 years old. She surrendered before the Karimnagar SP in 2005. However, in 2006 she again joined the Kranti dalam (squad).
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February - 13 
On February 13, Abdul Qayyum Shaikh, an accused in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case and a key member of the fugitive underworld Dawood Ibrahim gang, was arrested in Mumbai by the city police. Qayyum was believed to have fled to Dubai around 15 year
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On February 13, Abdul Qayyum Shaikh, an accused in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case and a key member of the fugitive underworld Dawood Ibrahim gang, was arrested in Mumbai by the city police. Qayyum was believed to have fled to Dubai around 15 years ago and is wanted for seven cases registered in Mumbai, a majority of them related to extortion. DCP (detection) Dhananjay Kamlakar told PTI, "Acting on a tip-off, we laid a trap for him at Panjrapole junction where he was said to be coming to meet some of his associates."
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February - 13 
On February 13, the 15th meeting of the Task Force in Naxalism (left-wing extremism) was held in New Delhi, reports Press Information Bureau. The meeting was chaired by the Additional Secretary (Anti naxal cell) in the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)
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On February 13, the 15th meeting of the Task Force in Naxalism (left-wing extremism) was held in New Delhi, reports Press Information Bureau. The meeting was chaired by the Additional Secretary (Anti naxal cell) in the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and was attended by nodal officers of the naxal affected States. The States were requested to further streamline inter-State joint operations, pinpointed intelligence collection and sharing, fine tune action plans wherever required, fill up vacancies in State Police in naxal areas in a time-bound manner, ensure full utilization of funds under the Police Modernisation Scheme, giving special emphasis on investigation and prosecution of cases of naxal leaders/cadres.
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February - 13 
On February 13, three policemen were injured as cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) opened fire targeting a police party accompanying election officials for the first phase of the three-tier panchayat (village level self-govern
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On February 13, three policemen were injured as cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) opened fire targeting a police party accompanying election officials for the first phase of the three-tier panchayat (village level self-government institution) polls under Kalimela Block in the Malkangiri district.
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February - 13 
The Hindu reports that sharp differences over the Maoist strategy of area-wise seizure of power has led to a split in the outfit operating in Karnataka. The ideologues, who disagreed with the Maoist principle of intensifying the revolution in rural a
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The Hindu reports that sharp differences over the Maoist strategy of area-wise seizure of power has led to a split in the outfit operating in Karnataka. The ideologues, who disagreed with the Maoist principle of intensifying the revolution in rural areas first and then spreading it to urban centres, have floated a new party named the Maoist Coordination Committee (MCC). Quoting unidentified sources the report said that the split was discussed at length at the recent Politburo meeting of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) held from November 16 to 24, 2006.
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February - 13 
The Indian Coast Guard, on February 13-afternoon, intercepted a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) ship carrying a suicide bomb jacket packed with explosive substances weighing seven kilograms, five detonators, and arrested five persons, accor
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The Indian Coast Guard, on February 13-afternoon, intercepted a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) ship carrying a suicide bomb jacket packed with explosive substances weighing seven kilograms, five detonators, and arrested five persons, according to Indian Express. The ship was seized by the Coast Guard in the Palk Bay, 20 nautical miles from Point Calimere in south Tamil Nadu. Besides the suicide bomb vest and detonators, five hand grenades, an AK-56 rifle with 124 rounds of ammunition and eight drums of 55 litres of liquid chemical were also found in the ship. Director General of Police, D. Mukherjee, said, of the five men arrested, one was serving as a driver for the LTTE. Four among the five were Sri Lankan Tamils, he informed.
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February - 13 
The Maoists triggered a landmine blast in Poplur area of Kalimela, reports The Hindu. However, no casualty was reported in the incident.
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The Maoists triggered a landmine blast in Poplur area of Kalimela, reports The Hindu. However, no casualty was reported in the incident.
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February - 13 
Three People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militants, identified as ‘2nd Lt’ Langpoklakpam Binoy alias Lakpa, Gainkhagan Zou alias John and Poulun Zou alias Ruben, were arrested by security force personnel during a search operation at
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Three People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militants, identified as ‘2nd Lt’ Langpoklakpam Binoy alias Lakpa, Gainkhagan Zou alias John and Poulun Zou alias Ruben, were arrested by security force personnel during a search operation at an unspecified place in the Imphal West district on February 13, according to Imphal Free Press.
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February - 13 
Two ULFA militants, identified as Himalaya Tao alias Jogesh Mili, a self-styled ‘corporal of the outfit's 28 battalion’, and Nripen Chetia, were arrested at Ophola Mising Gaon in the Sivasagar district on February 13. They reportedly received trainin
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Two ULFA militants, identified as Himalaya Tao alias Jogesh Mili, a self-styled ‘corporal of the outfit's 28 battalion’, and Nripen Chetia, were arrested at Ophola Mising Gaon in the Sivasagar district on February 13. They reportedly received training in Myanmar. A self-loading rifle and a pistol were recovered from their possession.
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February - 13 
Security agencies on February 13 foiled a terrorist plot and seized six rockets near the site of the multi-purpose Sadpara dam project near Skardu, according to Dawn. Speaking at a press conference, acting station commander of the 52-Brigade, Skardu,
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Security agencies on February 13 foiled a terrorist plot and seized six rockets near the site of the multi-purpose Sadpara dam project near Skardu, according to Dawn. Speaking at a press conference, acting station commander of the 52-Brigade, Skardu, and two senior officials of a security agency said the rockets were found buried under stones on the foothills, about 2.5 kilometers off the Sadpara lake, one of the tourist spots in Baltistan. Four of the 120mm rockets capable of causing destruction on a large scale were live and two were rusted which were later defused.
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February - 13 
A leader of the Lal Pataka faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) was killed in an encounter with the Rapid Action Battalion personnel in the Ataikhola sub-district of Pabna district on February 13, reports Daily Star. The slain extremis
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A leader of the Lal Pataka faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) was killed in an encounter with the Rapid Action Battalion personnel in the Ataikhola sub-district of Pabna district on February 13, reports Daily Star. The slain extremist was identified as Abdur Gafur alias Jamai Gafur. A shutter gun along with one bullet was recovered from the incident site.
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February - 13 
Associated Press reports that suspected LTTE cadres fired mortars at the Special Task Force camp in the eastern district of Batticaloa and injured at least four commandos on February 13 (today).
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Associated Press reports that suspected LTTE cadres fired mortars at the Special Task Force camp in the eastern district of Batticaloa and injured at least four commandos on February 13 (today).
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February - 13 
Four LTTE cadres surrendered at Valachchene in Batticaloa on February 13, according to defence ministry sources.
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Four LTTE cadres surrendered at Valachchene in Batticaloa on February 13, according to defence ministry sources.
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February - 13 
In the Jaffna district, an army personnel was injured when Liberation Tigers of Tamil Ealam (LTTE) fired on the troops.
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In the Jaffna district, an army personnel was injured when Liberation Tigers of Tamil Ealam (LTTE) fired on the troops.
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February - 13 
LTTE cadres, on February 13, opened fire on an observation point of the Security Forces at Iruna in Iruppaikulam of the Vavuniya district and injured one soldier on duty, according to defence ministry sources.
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LTTE cadres, on February 13, opened fire on an observation point of the Security Forces at Iruna in Iruppaikulam of the Vavuniya district and injured one soldier on duty, according to defence ministry sources.
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February - 13 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a Tamil civilian in the Jaffna district on February 13-morning, AFP reports.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a Tamil civilian in the Jaffna district on February 13-morning, AFP reports.
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February - 14 
A cadre and a linkman of the ULFA, identified respectively as Branthik Sangma and Samar Deb, surrendered at Diphu in the Karbi Anglong district on February 14, reports Sentinel. They deposited a Thailand-made pistol, an automatic sub-machine carbine
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A cadre and a linkman of the ULFA, identified respectively as Branthik Sangma and Samar Deb, surrendered at Diphu in the Karbi Anglong district on February 14, reports Sentinel. They deposited a Thailand-made pistol, an automatic sub-machine carbine and 30 rounds of ammunition.
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February - 14 
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was killed and another injured when a tiffin bomb went off during defusing process in a forested stretch of Dantewada.
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A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was killed and another injured when a tiffin bomb went off during defusing process in a forested stretch of Dantewada.
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February - 14 
A trader, Naba Ranjan Barman, who was abducted by cadres of the Black Widow and Hmar People's Convention-Democracy (HPC-D) from his residence at Kumacherra under Lakhipur subdivision in the Cachar district on February 7-night, was released on Februar
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A trader, Naba Ranjan Barman, who was abducted by cadres of the Black Widow and Hmar People's Convention-Democracy (HPC-D) from his residence at Kumacherra under Lakhipur subdivision in the Cachar district on February 7-night, was released on February 14-night, reports Telegraph. According to Barman’s family, INR 20 lakh was paid as ransom for his safe release. Thousands of people demonstrated at Jaipur village for the immediate release of the trader and for an immediate end to militancy in the district as well.
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February - 14 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Kabin Moran, was killed in an encounter with the security force personnel at Inthang village near Manabhum Reserve Forest in the Lohit district, bordering upper Assam on February 14, according to Shi
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Kabin Moran, was killed in an encounter with the security force personnel at Inthang village near Manabhum Reserve Forest in the Lohit district, bordering upper Assam on February 14, according to Shillong Times. However, three other militants, including one injured during the encounter, managed to escape from the incident site.
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February - 14 
On February 14, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed three activists of the anti-Maoist vigilante movement, Salwa Judum, in the Bijapur area, reports IANS.
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On February 14, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed three activists of the anti-Maoist vigilante movement, Salwa Judum, in the Bijapur area, reports IANS.
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February - 14 
Police arrested 11 Maoists, including five women cadres, from Dornapal in the Dantewada district since February 14.
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Police arrested 11 Maoists, including five women cadres, from Dornapal in the Dantewada district since February 14.
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February - 14 
The Maharashtra Police chief, P. S. Pasricha, disclosed that there was a shortage of funds to effectively implement the Naxalite (left-wing extremist) surrender policy in the State. Pasricha told Press Trust of India on February 14, "No funds were re
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The Maharashtra Police chief, P. S. Pasricha, disclosed that there was a shortage of funds to effectively implement the Naxalite (left-wing extremist) surrender policy in the State. Pasricha told Press Trust of India on February 14, "No funds were released for implementing the surrender policy for Naxalites this year." The surrender policy was introduced by the Congress-led Government on August 29, 2005.
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February - 14 
United News of India quoting intelligence source has reported on ULFA’s probable strikes after the National Games is over. "This was more apparent after we received confession of an arrested ULFA cadre, stating that seven of her aids were hiding in a
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United News of India quoting intelligence source has reported on ULFA’s probable strikes after the National Games is over. "This was more apparent after we received confession of an arrested ULFA cadre, stating that seven of her aids were hiding in and around the city….The lower rung of the ULFA suspects that top rung had come to some sort of monetary understanding with the Government to withdraw the boycott call during the National Games. Although there is no veracity but to keep the flock united the ULFA will restart attack," said the sources by adding, "We must admit that, in the last couple of years, the Intelligence has been poor and we do not even have profiles of ULFA mid rung leaders."
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February - 14 
A gas pipeline was blown up at Sui in the Balochistan province was blown up by insurgents on February 14, disrupting supply to the main purification plant, Dawn reported. According to Pakistan Petroleum Limited sources, an explosive device was plante
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A gas pipeline was blown up at Sui in the Balochistan province was blown up by insurgents on February 14, disrupting supply to the main purification plant, Dawn reported. According to Pakistan Petroleum Limited sources, an explosive device was planted under the pipeline supply gas to the plant from well No.21 of the Sui field. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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February - 14 
A top US military commander has called for "steady and direct" attacks on Taliban sanctuaries in Pakistan, according to Dawn. Lt-Gen Karl W. Eikenberry, the outgoing commander of the US forces in Afghanistan, warned that the Karzai Government would s
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A top US military commander has called for "steady and direct" attacks on Taliban sanctuaries in Pakistan, according to Dawn. Lt-Gen Karl W. Eikenberry, the outgoing commander of the US forces in Afghanistan, warned that the Karzai Government would suffer an irreversible loss of legitimacy among Afghanis if the internal situation did not improve. He claimed that senior Taliban and al Qaeda leaders have set up training camps and recruiting grounds in Pakistan’s tribal areas, which they use for carrying out attacks in Afghanistan. Since September 2006, when Pakistan signed a peace deal with tribesmen in North Waziristan, "the cross-border attacks have tripled," he said. "Al Qaeda and Taliban leadership presence inside Pakistan remains a very significant problem," Gen Eikenberry told the House Armed Services Committee in Washington, warning of the "growing threat of Talibanization" inside Pakistan. He was supported by senior US lawmakers who also accused Pakistan of continuing to allow the Taliban extremists to operate freely in the tribal areas. "The Taliban regularly ship arms, ammunition, and supplies into Afghanistan from Pakistan. Most suicide bombers came from Afghan refugee camps in Pakistan," said Congressman Hank Johnson. "Components for improvised explosive devices are often smuggled across the Afghan- Pakistan border," he added. "Speaking in private, knowledgeable US, Nato, Afghan, and UN officials are nearly unanimous in asserting that the Pakistani intelligence service continues to collaborate with the Taliban and other insurgent groups operating out of its border regions," he stated.
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February - 14 
An armed man, who was killed during a shootout with security force personnel at the Islamabad airport on February 6, is suspected to have links with a banned militant outfit, security sources told Dawn on February 14. Sources claimed that evidences s
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An armed man, who was killed during a shootout with security force personnel at the Islamabad airport on February 6, is suspected to have links with a banned militant outfit, security sources told Dawn on February 14. Sources claimed that evidences suggest that the attacker, Mohammad Younas, belonging to the Leghari tribe of Dera Ghazi Khan, had links with the Amjad Farooqi group of the banned sectarian outfit. The evidences also suggest that the man was not on a suicide mission but on a target killing mission, although his target did not seem to be a high-profile personality, the sources said.
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February - 14 
In a suspected sectarian incident, two unidentified gunmen killed Shia leader Jawad Hussain in the Dera Ismail Khan city of North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on February 14, Daily Times reported. According to Dawn, Hussain was a local leader of the
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In a suspected sectarian incident, two unidentified gunmen killed Shia leader Jawad Hussain in the Dera Ismail Khan city of North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on February 14, Daily Times reported. According to Dawn, Hussain was a local leader of the Shia group Tehrik Nifaz Fiqa-i-Jafria (TNFJ). Maqbool Hussain, brother of the deceased, registered an FIR at the City Police Station, stating that he had been receiving threats for a couple of days.
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February - 14 
President General Pervez Musharraf has said that the Government will not allow the Talibanisation of Pakistani society, nor allow the Taliban to impede development and prosperity, according to Daily Times. "The Taliban system will not be allowed to c
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President General Pervez Musharraf has said that the Government will not allow the Talibanisation of Pakistani society, nor allow the Taliban to impede development and prosperity, according to Daily Times. "The Taliban system will not be allowed to come to the country and the Taliban will not be allowed to hamper the path to development and prosperity. We will continue to move forward to transform Pakistan into a moderate, enlightened, Muslim welfare state," Gen. Musharraf said in his address at a seminar titled ‘Voices of Asia for the process of peace, cooperation and security’, held in Islamabad on February 14 at the Institute of Strategic Studies. He said Pakistan would continue its war against the Taliban and Qaeda for its survival. "We are fighting this war for our security rather than to appease someone else," he claimed. He said peace deals like the one with tribal elders in North Waziristan should take place "in other areas" too. The president rejected "baseless charges" made by Afghanistan that Pakistan was aiding the Taliban. "No other country has played a more vital role than Pakistan in the war on terror. This blame game against Pakistan despite its pivotal role in the war against terrorism is a blatant denial of facts. Such a strategy has to be devised that the problems are resolved with a pragmatic approach," he said. Peace and stability in the world could not be ensured without addressing the basic problems of Kashmir, Iraq, Afghanistan and Iraq, he claimed. He said the Pakistan-India peace process had made progress on issues like Siachen and Baglihar. "But we cannot overlook the Kashmir issue," he added.
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February - 14 
President Pervez Musharraf has said that the Federally Administrated Tribal Areas (FATA) will be amalgamated into the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) after the Taliban and al Qaeda elements are eliminated from the region, according to Daily Times
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President Pervez Musharraf has said that the Federally Administrated Tribal Areas (FATA) will be amalgamated into the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) after the Taliban and al Qaeda elements are eliminated from the region, according to Daily Times. In an interview with ARY Television aired on February 14, Gen. Musharraf said the Government had started work towards this end in 2000 with the consent of tribal elders, who welcomed this step. "We should have amalgamated FATA into the NWFP province much earlier. We had the same idea when our forces entered the area," he said. Gen. Musharraf also said people sitting in Pakistan undoubtedly planned the September 11 attacks in the US and were still planning more attacks. These elements are trying to spread "Talibanisation" in Pakistan, which would be disastrous and take the country backwards, he said. "These elements want to impose their brand of Islam on us but we don’t want that Islam that takes us towards backwardness," he said. The president said Al Qaeda and Taliban had moved to Pakistan from Afghanistan and hurt Pakistani society. The Taliban are fighting in Afghanistan but are also getting support from sympathisers in Pakistan. "The problem lies in both Afghanistan and Pakistan but the major problem is in Afghanistan and we have clearly told the Afghan government that we have done enough and now it is your turn to do something substantial," he said.
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February - 14 
Suspected LTTE cadres exploded a claymore mine targeting a passenger bus at Aranthalawa in the Ampara district and injured 12 in the bus, on February 14, according to defence ministry sources.
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Suspected LTTE cadres exploded a claymore mine targeting a passenger bus at Aranthalawa in the Ampara district and injured 12 in the bus, on February 14, according to defence ministry sources.
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February - 14 
The Army, on February 14, recovered 690 kilograms of C4 type explosives from Ariyalai in the Jaffna peninsula. According to Colombo Page, the seizure is the largest explosives stock recovered during a single raid.
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The Army, on February 14, recovered 690 kilograms of C4 type explosives from Ariyalai in the Jaffna peninsula. According to Colombo Page, the seizure is the largest explosives stock recovered during a single raid.
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February - 14 
The Peace Secretariat of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), issuing a report on February 14, claimed that the civil administration run by them was entitled as a "functioning de facto-state" to recruit those above the age of 17 for its cadre
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The Peace Secretariat of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), issuing a report on February 14, claimed that the civil administration run by them was entitled as a "functioning de facto-state" to recruit those above the age of 17 for its cadres, reports Colombo Page. Rejecting a demand made by the United Nations that it raise its minimum recruitment age from 17 to 18, the LTTE said they were prepared to observe the minimum age of 18 when this practice has been accepted as an international standard by all the states.
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February - 14 
Two security force personnel were killed when the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attacked the Kohambagasthalawa Home Guards post on the Ampara-Mahaoya Road in the Ampara district on February 14-morning. According to Daily News, three LTTE ca
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Two security force personnel were killed when the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attacked the Kohambagasthalawa Home Guards post on the Ampara-Mahaoya Road in the Ampara district on February 14-morning. According to Daily News, three LTTE cadres were killed and several others injured when the Special Task Force personnel retaliated.
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February - 14 
Unidentified armed men shot dead a Tamil youth, identified as Somapala Wijepalan, in Anpuvallipuram, near Trincomalee town on February 14, according to Tamil Net.
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Unidentified armed men shot dead a Tamil youth, identified as Somapala Wijepalan, in Anpuvallipuram, near Trincomalee town on February 14, according to Tamil Net.
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February - 15 
A United Achik National Front militant, identified as Marginal Sangma, surrendered before the Meghalaya Police at Tura in the West Garo Hills district on February 15, according to Shillong Times. Sangma reportedly joined the outfit in 2004.
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A United Achik National Front militant, identified as Marginal Sangma, surrendered before the Meghalaya Police at Tura in the West Garo Hills district on February 15, according to Shillong Times. Sangma reportedly joined the outfit in 2004.
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February - 15 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Mukul Deka, was killed and another militant, identified as Prahlad, was arrested during a counter-insurgency operation at Barokuriha village under Rangia police station in the Kamrup district on an u
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Mukul Deka, was killed and another militant, identified as Prahlad, was arrested during a counter-insurgency operation at Barokuriha village under Rangia police station in the Kamrup district on an unspecified date, according to Sahara Times. A 9 mm pistol, two magazines and a diary were recovered from the incident site.
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February - 15 
Another hideout was neutralized by SFs at Dharamsal in the Rajouri district and recovered one Mouser pistol with one magazine, 35 rounds of 6.2 mm, eight Pika rounds and Pakistan-made cigarettes.
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Another hideout was neutralized by SFs at Dharamsal in the Rajouri district and recovered one Mouser pistol with one magazine, 35 rounds of 6.2 mm, eight Pika rounds and Pakistan-made cigarettes.
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February - 15 
Assam Government received a "generally favourable response" from the Union Government to its proposal, for air surveillance of rail tracks targeted by militants in the State, according to Telegraph. The report added that all night trains had been can
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Assam Government received a "generally favourable response" from the Union Government to its proposal, for air surveillance of rail tracks targeted by militants in the State, according to Telegraph. The report added that all night trains had been cancelled in anticipation of militant attacks in the run-up to Republic Day, and later the period of suspension was extended beyond January 26. Northeast Frontier Railway also suspended trains between Guwahati and Rangia following warnings that militants had planted bombs on tracks in this sector.
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February - 15 
At least 100 militants belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were reportedly killed during a massive counter-insurgency operation by the Myanmar Government in its territor
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At least 100 militants belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were reportedly killed during a massive counter-insurgency operation by the Myanmar Government in its territory bordering the North Eastern States of India, according to Assam Tribune. Reports added that ULFA had over 300 cadres in the camps when the operation began from January 26.
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February - 15 
Dibrugarh district police arrested a person, Yasin Huda, for his involvement in extortion on February 15, reports Sentinel. Huda, identifying himself as a ULFA cadre, made a phone call to Arun Barua, an engineer of Northeast Frontier Railways, demand
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Dibrugarh district police arrested a person, Yasin Huda, for his involvement in extortion on February 15, reports Sentinel. Huda, identifying himself as a ULFA cadre, made a phone call to Arun Barua, an engineer of Northeast Frontier Railways, demanding ransom worth INR 50,000.
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February - 15 
Manipur Police recovered two Chinese-make hand grenades at the residence of Ng. Bijoy Singh, former Vice Chancellor of Manipur University and the Manipur People’s Party candidate for Khurai Assembly constituency, in the Imphal East district on Februa
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Manipur Police recovered two Chinese-make hand grenades at the residence of Ng. Bijoy Singh, former Vice Chancellor of Manipur University and the Manipur People’s Party candidate for Khurai Assembly constituency, in the Imphal East district on February 15.
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February - 15 
National Security Adviser (NSA) M.K. Narayanan has said that manipulation of stock exchanges is the new modus operandi used by terrorist groups to raise funds for their operations and fictitious companies have operated in the Mumbai and Chennai stock
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National Security Adviser (NSA) M.K. Narayanan has said that manipulation of stock exchanges is the new modus operandi used by terrorist groups to raise funds for their operations and fictitious companies have operated in the Mumbai and Chennai stock exchanges, reports The Hindu. While addressing the 43rd Conference on Security Policy in Munich last week, the NSA said that some of these companies were later traced to terrorist groups. "Isolated instances of terrorist outfits manipulating the stock markets to raise funds for their operations have been reported. Stock exchanges in Mumbai and Chennai have, on occasions, reported that fictitious or notional companies were engaging in stock market operations", he said. He added that security agencies had detected many instances of funds received via banking channels from so-called safe locations such as Dubai and UAE that were intended for terrorist groups.
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February - 15 
On February 15, the Supreme Court described the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) as a "secessionist movement". A bench of Justice S. B. Sinha and Markandeya Katju observed while dealing with the Special Leave Petition filed by the
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On February 15, the Supreme Court described the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) as a "secessionist movement". A bench of Justice S. B. Sinha and Markandeya Katju observed while dealing with the Special Leave Petition filed by the SIMI challenging the ban imposed on it, "You are a secessionist movement. You have not stopped your activities." The Bench refused to agree with the submissions put forth by Kamini Jaiswal, counsel for the SIMI, that there was no evidence to link SIMI to any anti-national activity after 2003. In the petition, the SIMI had challenged the judgment of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act Tribunal headed by Justice B. N. Chaturvedi of the Delhi High Court, which confirmed the ban imposed on the organisation by the Union Government on February 8, 2006.
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February - 15 
On February 15, three landmine explosions were reported targeting a polling party of the ongoing Panchayat (village-level self-government body) elections on the Tandabai-Jinelgura road under Motu police station in the Malkangiri district, reports Dha
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On February 15, three landmine explosions were reported targeting a polling party of the ongoing Panchayat (village-level self-government body) elections on the Tandabai-Jinelgura road under Motu police station in the Malkangiri district, reports Dharitri. However, no casualty was reported.
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February - 15 
SF personnel neutralized a hideout of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) at Balakote in the Mendhar area of Poonch district and seized five AK rifles with four magazines and 120 rounds, three Improvised Explosive Devices and five detonators.
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SF personnel neutralized a hideout of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) at Balakote in the Mendhar area of Poonch district and seized five AK rifles with four magazines and 120 rounds, three Improvised Explosive Devices and five detonators.
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February - 15 
The prosecution on February 15 completed arguments on the quantum of sentence in the 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts case and pleaded for death sentence for the 44 convicted persons, reports The Hindu. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) prosecu
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The prosecution on February 15 completed arguments on the quantum of sentence in the 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts case and pleaded for death sentence for the 44 convicted persons, reports The Hindu. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) prosecutor, N. Natarajan, however, submitted that Rubina Memon, Somnath Thapa and Imitiaz Gawte, be spared of death sentence as Thapa and Gawte were ill and Rubina was a woman. Maximum punishment for the rest of the accused was sought after dividing them into three groups, as per the sections under which they were found guilty. The 44 were found guilty under 120-b (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code or Section 3 (2) (i) (terrorist act resulting in death) of the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act. The second group includes accused convicted under Section 3(3) (terrorist activities not resulting in death) of the TADA Act and face a maximum of life imprisonment. The third group comprises accused facing conviction under the Arms Act and Customs Act. Those who face death sentence include three brothers of prime accused Tiger Memon — Yakub, Essa and Yusuf, as well as Mohammed Shoaib Ghansar, Asgar Yusuf Mukadam, Shahnawaz Qureshi, Abdul Gani Ismail Turk, Parvez Nazir Shaikh, Mohammed Iqbal Shaikh, Nasim Bharmare, Mustaq Tarani, Mohammed Farooq Pawale, Bashir Ahmed Usman Gani, Zakir Hussain Noor, Abdul Akhtar Khan, Firoze Amani Malik, Sakim Rahim Shaikh and Moin Qureshi and Eijaz Pathan. The court fixed February 23 for statement by defence counsel on the quantum of sentence.
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February - 15 
Troops recovered two AK-56 rifles, 300 rounds, eight kg high grade explosives, four AK magazines, one radio set and nine electric circuit devices from a terrorist hideout at Pargwal in the Akhnoor area of Jammu district.
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Troops recovered two AK-56 rifles, 300 rounds, eight kg high grade explosives, four AK magazines, one radio set and nine electric circuit devices from a terrorist hideout at Pargwal in the Akhnoor area of Jammu district.
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February - 15 
Two top cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, identified as ‘tehsil commander’ Ali Mohd Dandi alias Arshad Ayub and his body-guard Bashir Ahmed alias Zahir-ul-Islam, were shot dead by the security forces (SFs) in an encounter at Gulabgarh in the Udhampur
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Two top cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, identified as ‘tehsil commander’ Ali Mohd Dandi alias Arshad Ayub and his body-guard Bashir Ahmed alias Zahir-ul-Islam, were shot dead by the security forces (SFs) in an encounter at Gulabgarh in the Udhampur district on February 15, according to Daily Excelsior.
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February - 15 
Two women cadres of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), identified as Mrinmoyee Handique and Junmoni Saikia, were arrested from Singloopathar under Kakotibari police station in the Sivasagar district on February 15, according to Sentinel. Two
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Two women cadres of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), identified as Mrinmoyee Handique and Junmoni Saikia, were arrested from Singloopathar under Kakotibari police station in the Sivasagar district on February 15, according to Sentinel. Two mobile phones and some indiscriminating documents were recovered from their possession.
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February - 15 
Police raided a house on Misrial Road in Rawalpindi on February 15 and arrested two men wanted for sectarian attacks on Shias, according to Daily Times. On information that the two men, Usman Chotu and Arshad Satti, cadres of the outlawed Sunni group
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Police raided a house on Misrial Road in Rawalpindi on February 15 and arrested two men wanted for sectarian attacks on Shias, according to Daily Times. On information that the two men, Usman Chotu and Arshad Satti, cadres of the outlawed Sunni group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), planned to carry out suicide attacks, the city police raided the house and arrested them after a brief scuffle. The police also seized five hand grenades, two Kalashnikovs and some explosive material from them.
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February - 15 
The Government has decided to repatriate all Afghan refugees residing in Pakistan by 2009, Dawn reported. This was announced at a meeting of the Inter-Ministerial Cabinet Committee held in Islamabad on February 15. The committee – headed by Interior
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The Government has decided to repatriate all Afghan refugees residing in Pakistan by 2009, Dawn reported. This was announced at a meeting of the Inter-Ministerial Cabinet Committee held in Islamabad on February 15. The committee – headed by Interior Minister Aftab Ahmed Khan Sherpao –devised a strategy to send all Afghan refugees back to their homeland in three years, from 2007 to 2009. Under the strategy, four camps of Afghan refugees located in Balochistan and the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) will be removed in the ongoing year. In the first phase, two of them -- one in each province -- will be dismantled in March. According to official figures, approximately 2.4 million Afghans are living in Pakistan – one million in camps and 1.4 million in the urban areas. Since 2002, about 2.8 million Afghan refugees have reportedly been repatriated to their homeland.
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February - 15 
Personnel of the Rapid Action Battalion recovered six bombs during a search operation in the Roy Amhati area of Natore district on February 15, reports Daily Star. However, no one was arrested in this connection.
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Personnel of the Rapid Action Battalion recovered six bombs during a search operation in the Roy Amhati area of Natore district on February 15, reports Daily Star. However, no one was arrested in this connection.
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February - 15 
A team of army and police patrol at Thawasikulam in the Vavuniya district was attacked by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres with grenades on February 15, according to defence sources. Security forces (SFs) did not suffer any injuries and
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A team of army and police patrol at Thawasikulam in the Vavuniya district was attacked by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres with grenades on February 15, according to defence sources. Security forces (SFs) did not suffer any injuries and also did not retaliate due to civilian presence in the area.
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February - 15 
On the 15th Feb, LTTE cadres fired bullets towards the Sfs at Poonthottam in the Vavuniya district. However, no injuries were reported in both these incidents.
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On the 15th Feb, LTTE cadres fired bullets towards the Sfs at Poonthottam in the Vavuniya district. However, no injuries were reported in both these incidents.
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February - 16 
Unidentified militants on February 16 abducted, Ngamkholun Haokip, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for Saikot Assembly constituency, from his residence in the Churachandpur district, according to Sangai Express.
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Unidentified militants on February 16 abducted, Ngamkholun Haokip, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for Saikot Assembly constituency, from his residence in the Churachandpur district, according to Sangai Express.
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February - 16 
A militant surrendered along with two AK rifles, eight magazines, 2000 rounds of ammunition, 10 hand grenades, 30 detonators and one rocket at Anantnag on February 16.
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A militant surrendered along with two AK rifles, eight magazines, 2000 rounds of ammunition, 10 hand grenades, 30 detonators and one rocket at Anantnag on February 16.
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February - 16 
A top leader of the ‘28th battalion’ of ULFA, identified as Jagat Barua alias Ashim Barua, and his female associate, Kabita Barua, surrendered before the Army at Kakopathar in the Tinsukia district on February 16.
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A top leader of the ‘28th battalion’ of ULFA, identified as Jagat Barua alias Ashim Barua, and his female associate, Kabita Barua, surrendered before the Army at Kakopathar in the Tinsukia district on February 16.
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February - 16 
Amid reports of terrorist groups establishing legitimate businesses to fund their activities, the Government said on February 16 that such outfits are making inroads into big cities and operating clandestinely, according to Press Trust of India. "Ter
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Amid reports of terrorist groups establishing legitimate businesses to fund their activities, the Government said on February 16 that such outfits are making inroads into big cities and operating clandestinely, according to Press Trust of India. "Terrorists are sneaking into big cities and operating clandestinely... They have been making their plans by hiding in the cities and will continue to do it," Home Minister Shivraj Patil said in New Delhi. His comments came in the wake of National Security Advisor M. K. Narayanan’s remarks that some fictitious companies in stock markets of Mumbai and Chennai have been traced to terrorist groups. Patil said the influx of terrorists into major cities has a big impact on the national capital and asked its police force to remain on alert to frustrate designs to spread terror in the city.
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February - 16 
An unidentified ULFA militant and a homeopath doctor, Govind Handique, were arrested from Kanhubari area along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh-Nagaland border, according to Times of India. The militant had come from the ULFA camp situated in Arunachal Pr
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An unidentified ULFA militant and a homeopath doctor, Govind Handique, were arrested from Kanhubari area along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh-Nagaland border, according to Times of India. The militant had come from the ULFA camp situated in Arunachal Pradesh for getting medical treatment in Assam when he was arrested. The doctor was arrested for his suspected links with the ULFA.
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February - 16 
Meghalaya Home Minister R.G. Lyngdoh is reported to have refused to negotiate with the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), an Assam-based Karbi outfit, and said that the issue of ‘disputed’ Blocks-1 and II areas along Assam-Meghalaya border
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Meghalaya Home Minister R.G. Lyngdoh is reported to have refused to negotiate with the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), an Assam-based Karbi outfit, and said that the issue of ‘disputed’ Blocks-1 and II areas along Assam-Meghalaya border would be resolved between the two State Governments, according to Sentinel.
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February - 16 
The construction of rail track between Kumarghat and Agartala was affected due to security threat posed by the militants, reports Assam Tribune. The report added that designated construction companies urged the North Eastern Frontier Railway to ask t
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The construction of rail track between Kumarghat and Agartala was affected due to security threat posed by the militants, reports Assam Tribune. The report added that designated construction companies urged the North Eastern Frontier Railway to ask the Tripura Government to ensure adequate security at the construction sites. Out of total 170 minor bridges, the construction of 162 bridges was completed while work for eight more bridges is yet start, the report mentioned. Construction of tunnels at Longthorai Valley and Atharamura Hills was also affected due to militant threat, the report said.
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February - 16 
Three militants belonging to the Naga National Council were killed in an ambush by suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN I-M) militants at Pfutsero town in the Phek district on February 16, according to Nagaland Post.
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Three militants belonging to the Naga National Council were killed in an ambush by suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN I-M) militants at Pfutsero town in the Phek district on February 16, according to Nagaland Post.
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February - 16 
Two minor boys were injured in a bomb explosion at village Morha Bachai in the Surankote area of Poonch district on February 16, Daily Excelsior reported. A police spokesperson disclosed that two boys, Shahid Iqbal and Wasim Sajid, both students of c
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Two minor boys were injured in a bomb explosion at village Morha Bachai in the Surankote area of Poonch district on February 16, Daily Excelsior reported. A police spokesperson disclosed that two boys, Shahid Iqbal and Wasim Sajid, both students of class 7, were playing in the field away from their home at Morha Bachai at around 1.15 pm when the blast occurred.
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February - 16 
With infiltration becoming difficult due to fencing and installation of hi-tech gadgets on the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB), Pakistani militants, especially Fidayeen (suicide squad) have frequently started using the Bangladesh-
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With infiltration becoming difficult due to fencing and installation of hi-tech gadgets on the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB), Pakistani militants, especially Fidayeen (suicide squad) have frequently started using the Bangladesh-West Bengal-New Delhi route to reach Kashmir and other parts of jammu and Kashmir, Daily Excelsior reported. A top Pakistani militant, Shahid Gafoor of Sialkot, who had to carry out a suicide attack in Srinagar along with a local militant but was arrested along with his three associates in the national capital New Delhi recently, had also used the same route for infiltration. Gafoor and his arrested associates were part of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group. Preliminary interrogation of Gafoor, being done by the Delhi Police and shared with the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP), has revealed that three Kashmiri over-ground workers (OGWs) working for the JeM outfit camped at the West Bengal-Bangladesh border for three days from January 30 to February 1 waiting for sneaking of Gafoor from Bangladesh. Three OGWs, Bashir Ahmed, Fayyaz Lone and Abdul Majeed, all Kashmiris, who were also arrested by Delhi Police on February 4 from Connaught Place, had been deputed to Bengal from different areas, they were putting in, to receive Pakistani Fidayeen and shift him to Srinagar where he had to carry out a suicide attack along with a local militant of the JeM, sources said. Gafoor disclosed during his questioning that he was asked to take the Bangladesh-West Bengal route by Jaish commanders as infiltration from LoC and IB had either become "impossible" or "very risky" due to fencing, increased surveillance and installation of sophisticated equipments. He revealed that many other Pakistani militants have also reached Kashmir and other parts of the State using same route. Gafoor claimed that he was spotted by the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR), which manned the border with West Bengal, but not prevented from infiltration which, according to sources, was a clear indication that the BDR was helping Pakistani militants in intrusions to the Indian side.
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February - 16 
According to Daily Times, a bomb blast occurred at the main market of Tank district in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on February 16. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. According to police sources, unknown assailants had plan
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According to Daily Times, a bomb blast occurred at the main market of Tank district in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on February 16. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. According to police sources, unknown assailants had planted the homemade bomb near the house of Akhter Nawaz, a resident of the area. The blast slightly damaged Nawaz’s house, but there were no casualties.
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February - 16 
The Crime Investigation Department of Karachi Police raided a house in the Gulistan-e-Jauhar area on February 16 and arrested three suspected suicide bombers, identified as Muhammad Shahid, Muhammad Farhan and Ghani Subhan, Daily Times reported. The
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The Crime Investigation Department of Karachi Police raided a house in the Gulistan-e-Jauhar area on February 16 and arrested three suspected suicide bombers, identified as Muhammad Shahid, Muhammad Farhan and Ghani Subhan, Daily Times reported. The police also seized three hand grenades, two pistols, one AK-47 assault rifle and a suicide jacket from their possession. Police said that the three suspects belonged to a group headed by al Qaeda leader Qari Zafar and they had been especially sent to Karachi from Wana in South Waziristan to carry out terrorist activities and suicide attacks. The police claimed that the bombers’ first target was Expo 2006, but they changed their plan because of tight security at the venue. The police added that the men then planned to attack Ashura processions in the city, but security agencies tightened security and foiled their plan yet again following intelligence reports that a group of suicide attackers was heading towards Karachi from Dera Ismail Khan. Fayyaz Khan of the Karachi Police said that Shahid and Farhan belonged to Hyderabad while Ghani Subhan was from Wana. Police also recovered a video disc in which an Arabic speaking man explains how to prepare a suicide bomber and how to inflict the maximum number of casualties. "They had plans to carry out attacks in Karachi and Jehlum in Punjab province," Khan said.
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February - 16 
The White House has rejected a suggestion that Pakistan may have faked terrorist attacks on President Pervez Musharraf to win America’s sympathy, according to Dawn. It also defended President Musharraf as "a valuable asset" in the war against terror,
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The White House has rejected a suggestion that Pakistan may have faked terrorist attacks on President Pervez Musharraf to win America’s sympathy, according to Dawn. It also defended President Musharraf as "a valuable asset" in the war against terror, hours after US President George W. Bush vowed to support the Pakistani leader’s efforts to fight terrorism. The issue of al Qaeda’s failed attempts on President Musharraf’s life came up for discussion when an Indian journalist suggested that Islamabad might have faked those attacks "to get US sympathy and money."
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February - 16 
As the United Nations Political Mission in Nepal (UNMIN) completed the registration of combatants and arms of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) on February 16, final statistics indicate that the Maoists are not likely to return more than the weapons
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As the United Nations Political Mission in Nepal (UNMIN) completed the registration of combatants and arms of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) on February 16, final statistics indicate that the Maoists are not likely to return more than the weapons they had seized from the security forces in the past. Nepali Army (then Royal Nepalese Army) had earlier claimed that Maoists had seized about 4,200 weapons from security forces but they have registered only 3,300 weapons in seven cantonments.
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February - 16 
Combatants of the People's Liberation Army staying at Shaktikhor camp in the Chitwan district have demanded that the Government and their party, Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M), deploy them for development works like building roads, irrigatio
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Combatants of the People's Liberation Army staying at Shaktikhor camp in the Chitwan district have demanded that the Government and their party, Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M), deploy them for development works like building roads, irrigation, electricity expansion and similar other works in rural areas. They have urged party chairman Prachanda to make arrangement to mobilize them with a plan to utilize their time for constructive works. However, People's Liberation Army spokesperson Abiral added that they must be jointly deployed by the Government and their party under the coordination of United Nations.
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February - 16 
Maoists are continuing their extortion activities at various places in the Panchthar district, Kantipur Online reports. They have been collecting "donations" from vehicles plying along the Mechi highway stating that they need public support to organi
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Maoists are continuing their extortion activities at various places in the Panchthar district, Kantipur Online reports. They have been collecting "donations" from vehicles plying along the Mechi highway stating that they need public support to organise their Party's mass meet in Biratnagar on February 18. According to the transportation workers, Maoists have been collecting money at Kabeli, Ranke and other places demanding NR 1000 each from the drivers of buses, trucks and other heavy vehicles and NR 500 from each taxi driver.
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February - 16 
At least eight persons, including a woman, were arrested in a special search operation conducted in the Anuradhapura police division, according to Daily News
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At least eight persons, including a woman, were arrested in a special search operation conducted in the Anuradhapura police division, according to Daily News
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February - 16 
One security force personnel was killed when LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine targeting troops on a foot patrol at Miravodai in the Batticaloa district.
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One security force personnel was killed when LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine targeting troops on a foot patrol at Miravodai in the Batticaloa district.
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February - 16 
Sri Lankan Navy (SLN) personnel killed four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres and destroyed two of the outfit’s boats hauling a large quantity of steel balls, which are normally used for bombs, off the coast of Kalpitiya in the Puttalam
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Sri Lankan Navy (SLN) personnel killed four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres and destroyed two of the outfit’s boats hauling a large quantity of steel balls, which are normally used for bombs, off the coast of Kalpitiya in the Puttalam area on February 16, Colombo Page reports. According to defence sources, the SLN recovered one million steel balls from the boats. SLN divers also found four motor engines, one T-56 weapon, four hand grenades and a satellite phone from the two boats.
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February - 17 
According to Kanglaonline, militants belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) abducted Khangthonang Panmei, an independent candidate from the 53-Tamenglong (ST) Assembly constituency in the Tamenglong district a
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According to Kanglaonline, militants belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) abducted Khangthonang Panmei, an independent candidate from the 53-Tamenglong (ST) Assembly constituency in the Tamenglong district after overpowering his security personnel on February 17. The candidate was subsequently released in the outskirts of Tamei sub-division in the evening.
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February - 17 
A People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant, Maibam Sama-chand Singh, was arrested from Tharoijam under Patsoi police station in the Imphal West district on February 17, according to Sangai Express. One scooter was recovered from him.
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A People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant, Maibam Sama-chand Singh, was arrested from Tharoijam under Patsoi police station in the Imphal West district on February 17, according to Sangai Express. One scooter was recovered from him.
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February - 17 
In the State, a civilian, identified as Mohammed Ramzan, abducted by terrorists from his house at Koti Nullah in the Doda district on February 17-night, was reportedly killed in captivity.
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In the State, a civilian, identified as Mohammed Ramzan, abducted by terrorists from his house at Koti Nullah in the Doda district on February 17-night, was reportedly killed in captivity.
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February - 17 
On February 17, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) took away ballot papers from a polling booth at Panduapali under Sadapali grama panchayat (village level self government body) under Naktideul police station jurisdiction in t
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On February 17, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) took away ballot papers from a polling booth at Panduapali under Sadapali grama panchayat (village level self government body) under Naktideul police station jurisdiction in the Sambalpur district. Statesman reports that an estimated group of 15 Maoists asked the polling staffs present at the booth to leave the place and said that they would not allow further polling to take place on February 18.
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February - 17 
Police on February 17 arrested a militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as District Commander Mohammad Shafi Chouhan alias Moulvi from a hideout in Khilan village near Pahalgam in the district of Anantnag. Daily Excelsior reports that two
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Police on February 17 arrested a militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as District Commander Mohammad Shafi Chouhan alias Moulvi from a hideout in Khilan village near Pahalgam in the district of Anantnag. Daily Excelsior reports that two AK rifles, five Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), 15 kilograms of explosives, 10 detonators, five magazines, 2530 rounds of ammunition, three Anti Personnel Mines (APM), five UBGL grenades, two stick grenades, one grenade thrower and five hand grenades were recovered from the arrested militant.
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February - 17 
Security force personnel belonging to 13 Assam Rifles, after a 12-day long siege, forced the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants to vacate a makeshift camp at Shirui Furar in the Ukhrul district on February 17.
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Security force personnel belonging to 13 Assam Rifles, after a 12-day long siege, forced the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants to vacate a makeshift camp at Shirui Furar in the Ukhrul district on February 17.
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February - 17 
On February 17, 17 people, including a senior civil judge, were killed and 30 others injured in a powerful suicide bombing in the Quetta District Courts compound, reports Daily Times. The blast took place inside the courtroom of Senior Civil Judge Ab
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On February 17, 17 people, including a senior civil judge, were killed and 30 others injured in a powerful suicide bombing in the Quetta District Courts compound, reports Daily Times. The blast took place inside the courtroom of Senior Civil Judge Abdul Wahid Durrani at 11:05am. Tariq Masood Khosa, Balochistan’s inspector general of police said, “It was a suicide bombing which is evident from the recovery of the heads of two persons. One of them entered the courtroom and blew himself up.” He further said police were considering all possible motives for the attack and were not ruling out the involvement of a “foreign hand”.
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February - 17 
The process of registration, verification and storage of Maoist arms and army in all the main and satellite camps is almost over and expected to finish by February 17(today)-evening. The registration, verification and storage at five out of total sev
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The process of registration, verification and storage of Maoist arms and army in all the main and satellite camps is almost over and expected to finish by February 17(today)-evening. The registration, verification and storage at five out of total seven temporary camps have already been done and the process is reportedly being carried out at a brisk pace at Ilam and Sindhuli divisions.
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February - 17 
The United Nations (UN) completed registration and verification of the Maoist People's Liberation Army (PLA) fighters and storage of their weapons in all the seven main cantonment sites across the nation on February 17, reports Kantipur online. Kiera
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The United Nations (UN) completed registration and verification of the Maoist People's Liberation Army (PLA) fighters and storage of their weapons in all the seven main cantonment sites across the nation on February 17, reports Kantipur online. Kieran Dwyer, spokesperson at the UN mission in Nepal said that the team had completed all tasks at all main and sub cantonments and they are presently compiling a final report regarding the process.
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February - 17 
A civilian was killed and six other persons including five army personnel were wounded when suspected cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) set off a fragmentation mine in the Jaffna town, reports The Hindu. The blast was aimed at an
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A civilian was killed and six other persons including five army personnel were wounded when suspected cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) set off a fragmentation mine in the Jaffna town, reports The Hindu. The blast was aimed at an army bus carrying troops.
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February - 17 
During a search operation in Trincomalee, troops recovered 48 T-56 assault rifles, two T-81 rifles and 210 magazines. It said these items were buried in an abandoned house by the LTTE.
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During a search operation in Trincomalee, troops recovered 48 T-56 assault rifles, two T-81 rifles and 210 magazines. It said these items were buried in an abandoned house by the LTTE.
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February - 17 
During a separate search operation in Vaharai, on February 17, 28 T 56 assault rifles, and an RPG were recovered.
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During a separate search operation in Vaharai, on February 17, 28 T 56 assault rifles, and an RPG were recovered.
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February - 17 
In the eastern district of Batticaloa, an army commander was injured when suspected LTTE cadres fired at a police camp.
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In the eastern district of Batticaloa, an army commander was injured when suspected LTTE cadres fired at a police camp.
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February - 17 
On February 17, SFs recovered 50 T-56 weapons, 140 T-56 magazine, two gun mounts suspected to be fitted for fast attack craft (Dohara), one 12.7 weapon tripod, 37 RPG 7 heat bombs, 38 RPG 7 charges, 295 .50 Ammo, eight hundred 12.7 weapon ball ammo,
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On February 17, SFs recovered 50 T-56 weapons, 140 T-56 magazine, two gun mounts suspected to be fitted for fast attack craft (Dohara), one 12.7 weapon tripod, 37 RPG 7 heat bombs, 38 RPG 7 charges, 295 .50 Ammo, eight hundred 12.7 weapon ball ammo, ten un-identified ammo boxes, one Bangalore torpid weighing three kilograms, one kilogram of C 4 explosive, one water mortar (Greave HP – 3), seven boat engines from the Ichchalanpattu area of Trincomalee district.
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February - 17 
The defence ministry sources said that the troops are now engaged in a massive clearing operation including a de-mining programme for the resettlement of the people displaced by the LTTE activities in Vaharai where the army claimed to have completed
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The defence ministry sources said that the troops are now engaged in a massive clearing operation including a de-mining programme for the resettlement of the people displaced by the LTTE activities in Vaharai where the army claimed to have completed its operation on January 19. According to the official sources, a total of two 152 mm artillery guns, five 120mm mortars, eight 81mm mortars, 624 T 56 assault rifles, two anti-craft guns, RPG launchers and rockets, two suicide boats fitted with 22 and 24 Claymore mines each, seventy one claymore mines [some weighing 10-15 kilograms], 13 machine guns, 34 high tech communication sets, 62 I-Com radio sets, large quantities of ammunition of all types, and anti-personnel mines have been recovered up to February 16. The army further claimed that it is the largest haul of heavy weapons and small arms, explosives, claymore mines and high tech equipment from the LTTE in the entire history of the 25-year-long armed conflict.
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February - 17 
The LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine targeting police personnel on foot patrol duty at Pandarikulam in Vavuniya on February 17 (today), according to defence sources.
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The LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine targeting police personnel on foot patrol duty at Pandarikulam in Vavuniya on February 17 (today), according to defence sources.
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February - 18 
A leader of the Communist Party of India- Marxist (CPI-M), Phalendra Reang, who was abducted by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants at gun point from his residence at Ashapurnaroaja Para area in the Dhalai district on January 8, was
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A leader of the Communist Party of India- Marxist (CPI-M), Phalendra Reang, who was abducted by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants at gun point from his residence at Ashapurnaroaja Para area in the Dhalai district on January 8, was released after 39 days of captivity, according to Shillong Times.
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February - 18 
A militant was arrested along with an unspecified quantity of arms and ammunition at Jugran in south Kashmir.
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A militant was arrested along with an unspecified quantity of arms and ammunition at Jugran in south Kashmir.
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February - 18 
According to Daily Excelsior, two infiltrators were shot dead by the Border Security Force personnel near Chambliyal village on the International Border in Ramgarh sector (Jammu district) on February 18.
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According to Daily Excelsior, two infiltrators were shot dead by the Border Security Force personnel near Chambliyal village on the International Border in Ramgarh sector (Jammu district) on February 18.
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February - 18 
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing over one kilogram was recovered from a railway bridge and later defused near Longpatia railway station under Sonari police station in the Sivasagar district on February 18-night, reports Press Trust of In
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An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing over one kilogram was recovered from a railway bridge and later defused near Longpatia railway station under Sonari police station in the Sivasagar district on February 18-night, reports Press Trust of India. The recovery was made minutes before the Rajdhani Express and the Tinsukia-Guwahati Inter City Express were scheduled to pass through the route.
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February - 18 
On February 18 midnight, 66 persons, including some Pakistani nationals, were killed and 13 others injured in explosions in two coaches of the Delhi-Attari special train at Diwana near Panipat in Haryana, reports Press Trust of India. Northern Railwa
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On February 18 midnight, 66 persons, including some Pakistani nationals, were killed and 13 others injured in explosions in two coaches of the Delhi-Attari special train at Diwana near Panipat in Haryana, reports Press Trust of India. Northern Railway General Manager, V. N. Mathur, told that he suspected sabotage as two improvised explosive device (IED)-laden suitcases, one from the rail track and another from the train, were also recovered subsequent to the explosions. One of the suitcases had incendiary material, either petrol or kerosene, which could have set the train afire, he said. The bi-weekly train, connecting India-Pakistan Samjhauta Express, had left Delhi at 10:40 pm for Attari near Amritsar and two of its bogies caught fire immediately after the explosions. The train runs non-stop from Delhi to Attari, where passengers are shifted to the Samjhauta Express, which goes to Lahore after customs and immigration clearances.
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February - 18 
On February 18, ten Naxalites (left-wing extremists) surrendered to the police in the Warangal district, reports The Hindu. The surrendered extremists include, A. Srinivas alias Babanna, who was a member of Warangal and Khammam districts area committ
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On February 18, ten Naxalites (left-wing extremists) surrendered to the police in the Warangal district, reports The Hindu. The surrendered extremists include, A. Srinivas alias Babanna, who was a member of Warangal and Khammam districts area committee of the Janasakhti group and P. Ravinder alias Sampath, a self-styled deputy commander of Praja Prathighatna. Assuring the surrendered extremists rehabilitation package and necessary help from the State government, District Superintendent of Police Soumya Mishra asked the other Naxalites to come out and join the national mainstream.
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February - 18 
Press Trust of India reported that the Interpol has sought the assistance of Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) to question the chief of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Syed Salahuddin, in connection with the disappearance of a Scottish tourist in the Kashmir v
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Press Trust of India reported that the Interpol has sought the assistance of Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) to question the chief of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Syed Salahuddin, in connection with the disappearance of a Scottish tourist in the Kashmir valley 26 years ago. Police, while reopening the case, have informed Interpol that Salahuddin is in Pakistan and sought the help of the world police organisation to extradite him, highly placed sources in the State Government said. Allison Modowell went missing in 1981, when she and another tourist from Scotland went trekking in the Sonamarg hills in north Jammu and Kashmir. After initial investigations by the JKP, the matter was closed after some time as she could not be traced. The case was reopened recently when police received a communication from Interpol in London, seeking their assistance in interrogating Salahuddin, who was described by the world police body as an Indian citizen. The move by Interpol’s London unit was based on a telephonic interview by Salahuddin in 2000, in which he claimed responsibilities for several terrorist acts, the sources said. The missing woman’s family has claimed that Salahuddin, while giving the interview, used certain words that not only had a Scottish accent but were often used by Allison, sources added. The family claimed Allison could have been in Salahuddin’s captivity for long before being allegedly murdered and, therefore, his interrogation was necessary.
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February - 18 
The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) reportedly threatened to resume its attacks on Hindi-speaking people and leaders and workers of the Congress party, according to Telegraph. An unidentified leader of the outfit’s 28th battalion called up a s
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The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) reportedly threatened to resume its attacks on Hindi-speaking people and leaders and workers of the Congress party, according to Telegraph. An unidentified leader of the outfit’s 28th battalion called up a section of the media in Guwahati and claimed that the Union Government as well as the State government had not “responded positively to the outfit’s lifting the ban it had imposed on the ongoing 33rd National Games. They have continued their operations, which had once again prompted the outfit to take to the path of violence.”
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February - 18 
Three militants surrendered along with their arms and ammunition at Sopore in the Baramulla district.
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Three militants surrendered along with their arms and ammunition at Sopore in the Baramulla district.
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February - 18 
Special police teams raided different places in Quetta, capital of Balochistan, and detained around 50 suspects including 25 Afghan nationals, in connection with the suicide bombing incident of February 17 in which at least 16 people were killed. The
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Special police teams raided different places in Quetta, capital of Balochistan, and detained around 50 suspects including 25 Afghan nationals, in connection with the suicide bombing incident of February 17 in which at least 16 people were killed. The suicide bomber who struck in a courtroom of a senior civil judge in Quetta could not be identified and police on February 18 sent parts of his body to Islamabad for DNA tests and for restructuring his face for identification, according to Dawn.
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February - 18 
Suspected insurgents blew up a 16-inch diameter pipeline, supplying gas to the Purification Plant, in the Pir Koh area of Dera Bugti district. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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Suspected insurgents blew up a 16-inch diameter pipeline, supplying gas to the Purification Plant, in the Pir Koh area of Dera Bugti district. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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February - 18 
The Government has ordered immediate closure of all offices of the Al-Rashid Trust (ART) and Al-Akhtar Trust (AAT) throughout Pakistan after the United Nations Security Council declared them to have links to militant groups, according to Daily Times.
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The Government has ordered immediate closure of all offices of the Al-Rashid Trust (ART) and Al-Akhtar Trust (AAT) throughout Pakistan after the United Nations Security Council declared them to have links to militant groups, according to Daily Times. Sources said that the Interior Ministry had directed the four provinces, the chief secretaries of the Northern Areas and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (Pakistan occupied Kashmir) and the Islamabad Capital Territory district administration to close the offices, schools, hospitals and other ongoing projects of ART and AAT in their respective areas. They have also been asked to detain the staff of the two trusts, impound their vehicles and confiscate equipment from their offices. An ART official in Rawalpindi, Maulana Ghiasuddin, criticised the Government’s action and said, “It is cruel. We’ve been doing charity, nothing illegal. Everything is clear and transparent so why this?... Even those who sealed our office had no information on why it was being done.”
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February - 18 
Two children were killed and three security force (SF) personnel wounded in two separate landmine explosions in Balochistan on February 18, according to Daily Times. Two boys, identified as Behram and Hassan, were killed in a landmine explosion a
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Two children were killed and three security force (SF) personnel wounded in two separate landmine explosions in Balochistan on February 18, according to Daily Times. Two boys, identified as Behram and Hassan, were killed in a landmine explosion at Turab Gholato village in the Kashmore area along the Sindh-Balochistan border. Meanwhile, three SF personnel were injured when their vehicle hit a landmine in the Doe Wodh area of Dera Bugti district.
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February - 18 
A group of Maoists from the People's Liberation Army (PLA) assaulted 63-year old Tom Lal Bhusal of Saudiyar VDC-2, in the Dang district on February 18.
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A group of Maoists from the People's Liberation Army (PLA) assaulted 63-year old Tom Lal Bhusal of Saudiyar VDC-2, in the Dang district on February 18.
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February - 18 
Maoists abducted family members of a civilian identified as Nanibabu Karki, from his residence in the Bouddh area of Kathmandu district on February 18 and set his house afire, accusing the family members of murdering Nabaraj Bajagain, a relative of
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Maoists abducted family members of a civilian identified as Nanibabu Karki, from his residence in the Bouddh area of Kathmandu district on February 18 and set his house afire, accusing the family members of murdering Nabaraj Bajagain, a relative of a local Maoist leader, Badri Bajagain, Nepal News reports. Police said that the group of Maoists led by Badri Bajagain took out all the goods and logistics from the house and set them afire.
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February - 18 
On February 18, two senior activists of the Sramajibi Mukti Andolan of Kushtia were killed in an encounter with Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) at Char Ghoshpur village in the Pabna district, reports Daily Star. Three RAB personnel were also injured dur
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On February 18, two senior activists of the Sramajibi Mukti Andolan of Kushtia were killed in an encounter with Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) at Char Ghoshpur village in the Pabna district, reports Daily Star. Three RAB personnel were also injured during the encounter. The killed extremists have been identified as Shahidul Islam of Sadarpur village of Kumarkhali sub-district in the Kushtia district and Nasir Uddin of Berkalua village under the same sub-district. An Italian 9mm pistol, a Russian rifle, a shutter gun and 12 bullets were recovered from the encounter site.
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February - 18 
LTTE cadres hiding behind a wall of the Public Health Office in the Chenkaladi area of Batticaloa district opened fire towards troops. However, they missed their intended target and hit a passenger bus, killing a civilian and injuring another one.
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LTTE cadres hiding behind a wall of the Public Health Office in the Chenkaladi area of Batticaloa district opened fire towards troops. However, they missed their intended target and hit a passenger bus, killing a civilian and injuring another one.
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February - 18 
According to Army sources, the number of people killed in Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered claymore mine explosion in Jaffna on February 17 has gone up to three on February 18. As reported earlier, one civilian was killed and six oth
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According to Army sources, the number of people killed in Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered claymore mine explosion in Jaffna on February 17 has gone up to three on February 18. As reported earlier, one civilian was killed and six others were injured in the blast.
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February - 18 
Another civilian, identified as Mohammad Cassim, was allegedly killed in Police firing following a grenade attack by unknown armed men at Chenkalady Police Post, according to Tamil Net.
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Another civilian, identified as Mohammad Cassim, was allegedly killed in Police firing following a grenade attack by unknown armed men at Chenkalady Police Post, according to Tamil Net.
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February - 18 
At Uppural, troops de-mined 56 anti-personnel mines.
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At Uppural, troops de-mined 56 anti-personnel mines.
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February - 18 
During another search operation in Mohottuaram, troops recovered 50 LTTE video cassettes that depict their attacks on security forces.
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During another search operation in Mohottuaram, troops recovered 50 LTTE video cassettes that depict their attacks on security forces.
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February - 18 
In the Ariyamankerni area of Trincomalee district, naval troops recovered one Gun mount (type of 20 calibre canon).
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In the Ariyamankerni area of Trincomalee district, naval troops recovered one Gun mount (type of 20 calibre canon).
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February - 18 
LTTE cadres fired mortars at troops at Ethawetunuwewa in the Welioya area of Hambantota district and injured three civilians and two security force (SF) personnel.
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LTTE cadres fired mortars at troops at Ethawetunuwewa in the Welioya area of Hambantota district and injured three civilians and two security force (SF) personnel.
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February - 18 
On February 18, LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops in the Ariyamankerni area of Trincomalee district, reports SLA. However, they missed their intended target, injuring a woman.
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On February 18, LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops in the Ariyamankerni area of Trincomalee district, reports SLA. However, they missed their intended target, injuring a woman.
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Sri Lanka Army (SLA) soldiers allegedly shot dead a final year Arts faculty student of the Jaffna University, identified as Krishnan Kamalathas, in the Iyattalai area of Jaffna district on February 18, reports Tamil Net. After a six-month closure due
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Sri Lanka Army (SLA) soldiers allegedly shot dead a final year Arts faculty student of the Jaffna University, identified as Krishnan Kamalathas, in the Iyattalai area of Jaffna district on February 18, reports Tamil Net. After a six-month closure due to violence, the Jaffna University had reopened on February 19, adds Colombo Page. In August 2006, authorities had closed the University after clashes erupted between Military and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Muhamalai. The authorities claimed the outfit was using the University to transport weapons and cadres and to ‘tax’ traders.
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February - 18 
Troops recovered 38 area maps, two radio antennas, 76 video cassettes, one telephone antenna and several note books believed to have been used by the LTTE from the Echchalampattu area of Trincomalee district on February 18.
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Troops recovered 38 area maps, two radio antennas, 76 video cassettes, one telephone antenna and several note books believed to have been used by the LTTE from the Echchalampattu area of Trincomalee district on February 18.
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February - 19 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkman, Jibon Manki, was arrested at Dhola in the Tinsukia district on February 19-morning.
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkman, Jibon Manki, was arrested at Dhola in the Tinsukia district on February 19-morning.
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February - 19 
At least five unidentified militants were arrested for their involvement in extortion at a forest in Dholmara of Kokrajhar district, according to Sentinel. A huge cache of arms and explosives, including two foreign-made revolvers, two pistols, eight
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At least five unidentified militants were arrested for their involvement in extortion at a forest in Dholmara of Kokrajhar district, according to Sentinel. A huge cache of arms and explosives, including two foreign-made revolvers, two pistols, eight grenades, three .303 rifles, 10 detonators and 45 rounds of ammunition, were also recovered from their possession.
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February - 19 
Following a report from the intelligence wing of the Puducherry Police Department on the possibilities of LTTE infiltration in the coastal villages in Karaikal, Senior Superintendent of Police Sindhu Pillai has ordered intensified patrol in the entir
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Following a report from the intelligence wing of the Puducherry Police Department on the possibilities of LTTE infiltration in the coastal villages in Karaikal, Senior Superintendent of Police Sindhu Pillai has ordered intensified patrol in the entire coastal area
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February - 19 
In an effort to arrest Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) functionary Kannan, who is believed to have masterminded the smuggling of improvised explosive device (IED) components to Sri Lanka, and another accused, K. Mutheeswaran, and his accompli
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In an effort to arrest Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) functionary Kannan, who is believed to have masterminded the smuggling of improvised explosive device (IED) components to Sri Lanka, and another accused, K. Mutheeswaran, and his accomplices, the Police on February 19 raided possible hideouts in several villages, particularly at Irumeni, along the Rameswaram coast. Acting on a tip-off, police personnel led by Superintendent of Police R. Thirugnanam conducted the search operations at Irumeni, Dharga Valasai, Alaikatha Valsai and other hamlets near Uchipuli in the early hours. "Though, the teams formed to nab the accused in the IED components' seizure cases have not made any arrest so far, special teams have made some progress," Thirugnanam said.
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February - 19 
In another incident, police arrested Mohammad Ashraf Malik, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, from Kangan in the Srinagar district along with a loaded pistol.
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In another incident, police arrested Mohammad Ashraf Malik, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, from Kangan in the Srinagar district along with a loaded pistol.
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February - 19 
In the Tinsukia district, an improvised explosive device (IED) was recovered from a suitcase on a railway track and was later defused near Tipok Tea Estate under Doomdooma police station.
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In the Tinsukia district, an improvised explosive device (IED) was recovered from a suitcase on a railway track and was later defused near Tipok Tea Estate under Doomdooma police station.
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February - 19 
On February 19, the Empowered Group of Ministers on Naxalism (left-wing extremism) at its first meeting in New Delhi focused on strengthening intelligence gathering and better coordination among affected states, reports Zee News. During the meeting,
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On February 19, the Empowered Group of Ministers on Naxalism (left-wing extremism) at its first meeting in New Delhi focused on strengthening intelligence gathering and better coordination among affected states, reports Zee News. During the meeting, which was chaired by the Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil, it was also decided to provide better training to police personnel and furnish the affected States with latest equipment to deal with the problem. The Union Government reportedly said that it was prepared to provide helicopters to the States as and when the need arose apart from armoured and anti-mine vehicles.
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February - 19 
One National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadre, Vijai Chakma, surrendered at Chowkham in the Lohit district on February 19, according to a delayed report.
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One National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadre, Vijai Chakma, surrendered at Chowkham in the Lohit district on February 19, according to a delayed report.
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February - 19 
President Pervez Musharraf said on February 19 that the attack on the Samjhauta Express would not be allowed to sabotage the ongoing peace process with India, Daily Times reported. “Such wanton acts of terrorism will only serve to further strengthen
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President Pervez Musharraf said on February 19 that the attack on the Samjhauta Express would not be allowed to sabotage the ongoing peace process with India, Daily Times reported. “Such wanton acts of terrorism will only serve to further strengthen the resolve to attain the mutually desired objective of sustainable peace between Pakistan and India,” Gen. Musharraf said in a statement. As reported earlier, at least 66 people, including some Pakistani nationals, were killed in explosions reportedly set off by improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in two coaches of the Delhi-Attari special train for Lahore in Deewana near Panipat (in the Haryana State of India), about 100 kilometers from Delhi. The train runs non-stop from Delhi to Attari where the passengers are shifted to the Samjhauta Express, which goes to Lahore after customs and immigration clearances.
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February - 19 
Suspected terrorists shot at and wounded a youth, identified as Khursheed Ahmed Sofi, at Wizar in the Kreeri area of Baramulla district on February 19, according to Daily Excelsior.
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Suspected terrorists shot at and wounded a youth, identified as Khursheed Ahmed Sofi, at Wizar in the Kreeri area of Baramulla district on February 19, according to Daily Excelsior.
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February - 19 
The number of refugees from Sri Lanka has touched the 20,000 mark with the arrival of 38 more refugees at Rameswaram on February 19-morning. The total number of refugees who have come to Tamil Nadu since January 2006 has now touched the 20,000 mark,
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The number of refugees from Sri Lanka has touched the 20,000 mark with the arrival of 38 more refugees at Rameswaram on February 19-morning. The total number of refugees who have come to Tamil Nadu since January 2006 has now touched the 20,000 mark, official sources said.
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February - 19 
Troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (57 Battalion) successfully defused an Improvised Explosive Device planted under a culvert on the Sopore-Bandipora Road at Kullusa.
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Troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (57 Battalion) successfully defused an Improvised Explosive Device planted under a culvert on the Sopore-Bandipora Road at Kullusa.
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February - 19 
President Pervez Musharraf said on February 19 that the attack on the Samjhauta Express would not be allowed to sabotage the ongoing peace process with India, Daily Times reported. “Such wanton acts of terrorism will only serve to further strengthen
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President Pervez Musharraf said on February 19 that the attack on the Samjhauta Express would not be allowed to sabotage the ongoing peace process with India, Daily Times reported. “Such wanton acts of terrorism will only serve to further strengthen the resolve to attain the mutually desired objective of sustainable peace between Pakistan and India,” Gen. Musharraf said in a statement. As reported earlier, at least 66 people, including some Pakistani nationals, were killed in explosions reportedly set off by improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in two coaches of the Delhi-Attari special train for Lahore in Deewana near Panipat (in the Haryana State of India), about 100 kilometers from Delhi. The train runs non-stop from Delhi to Attari where the passengers are shifted to the Samjhauta Express, which goes to Lahore after customs and immigration clearances.
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February - 19 
Senior leaders of the al Qaeda, allegedly operating from Pakistan have re-established significant control over their network and over the past year have set up a band of training camps in the tribal regions near the Afghan border, according to Americ
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Senior leaders of the al Qaeda, allegedly operating from Pakistan have re-established significant control over their network and over the past year have set up a band of training camps in the tribal regions near the Afghan border, according to American intelligence and counter-terrorism officials, according to Daily Times. A report in the New York Times on February 19 said that according to American officials there is mounting evidence that Osama bin Laden and his deputy had been steadily building an operations hub in the Pakistani tribal area of North Waziristan. The United States has also identified several new al Qaeda compounds in North Waziristan, including one that officials said might be training operatives for strikes against targets beyond. American analysts told the newspaper that recent intelligence showed that the compounds functioned under a loose command structure and were operated by groups of Arab, Pakistani and Afghan militants allied with the al Qaeda. They receive guidance from their commanders and Ayman al Zawahri, the analysts said. According to US officials, the training camps had yet to reach the size and level of sophistication of the Qaeda camps established in Afghanistan under Taliban rule, but groups of 10 to 20 men are being trained at the camps and the al Qaeda infrastructure in the region is gradually becoming more mature. American officials and analysts said that several factors in Pakistan have come together to allow “core Al Qaeda” to regain some of its strength. The emergence of a relative haven in North Waziristan and the surrounding area has helped senior operatives communicate more effectively with the outside world via courier and the Internet. The linkage between the London bombers and Pakistani training facilities is also being cited as additional evidence of Pakistan’s complicity.
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February - 19 
Maoists captured a house of Dhirendra Shah, one of the royal family members, and put their Party's flag on it at Nepalgunj in the Banke district. Maoists have said that they captured the house as the ruling Seven Party Alliance (SPA) and their party
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Maoists captured a house of Dhirendra Shah, one of the royal family members, and put their Party's flag on it at Nepalgunj in the Banke district. Maoists have said that they captured the house as the ruling Seven Party Alliance (SPA) and their party have agreed to nationalise the properties of royal family.
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February - 19 
Maoists have declared that they have plans to collect NPR three million from district dwellers of Nawalparasi within five days, Kantipur Online reports. The member of the interim legislature of the Maoists, Chinak Kurmi, informed in a press conferenc
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Maoists have declared that they have plans to collect NPR three million from district dwellers of Nawalparasi within five days, Kantipur Online reports. The member of the interim legislature of the Maoists, Chinak Kurmi, informed in a press conference on February 19 that the collected amount would be spent for the mass meeting at Butwal which is scheduled to be addressed by their chairman Prachanda.
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February - 19 
Maoists have reportedly detained about 15 people in labour camps on the charges of murder. Four of them have written to the regional office of National Human Rights Commission in Nepalgunj pleading for their release.
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Maoists have reportedly detained about 15 people in labour camps on the charges of murder. Four of them have written to the regional office of National Human Rights Commission in Nepalgunj pleading for their release.
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February - 19 
The United Nations Mission in Nepal handed over to the Government and the Maoists its report on registration of Maoist combatants and storage of their weapons at the seven main cantonment sites. However, the overall registration will be completed "by
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The United Nations Mission in Nepal handed over to the Government and the Maoists its report on registration of Maoist combatants and storage of their weapons at the seven main cantonment sites. However, the overall registration will be completed "by the end of this week" only after the UN team registers up to 150 weapons the Maoists are holding on to for the security of their top leaders.
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February - 19 
Three persons, including two Maoists, were injured in a clash between locals and Maoists over the issue of distribution of citizenship certificates in the Khanar area of Sunsari district on February 19, Nepal News reports. According to locals, the cl
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Three persons, including two Maoists, were injured in a clash between locals and Maoists over the issue of distribution of citizenship certificates in the Khanar area of Sunsari district on February 19, Nepal News reports. According to locals, the clash occurred when the Maoists attacked the citizenship distribution team in the building of Khanar Village Development Committee (VDC). Maoists attacked the team, accusing it of giving citizenship certificates to non-Nepalis.
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February - 19 
The Supreme Court on February 19 dismissed the review petition filed by Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militant Khaled Saifullah for non-prosecution. Saifullah is one of the six JMB cadres sentenced to death for their involvement in the 2005 J
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The Supreme Court on February 19 dismissed the review petition filed by Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militant Khaled Saifullah for non-prosecution. Saifullah is one of the six JMB cadres sentenced to death for their involvement in the 2005 Jhalakathi explosions that killed two judges. On November 28, 2005, the Supreme Court had rejected all the six applications filed by the JMB militants, including Saifullah, seeking leave to appeal against their death sentences. The Daily Star, quoting a court source, said, “With today's court order, the stay on the execution of the death sentence on the petitioner stands vacated.”
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February - 19 
A day earlier, naval troops in their camp at Kalpitiya in the Puttalam district killed a suspected LTTE cadre who was reportedly trying to infiltrate their camp in spite of repeated warning shots of the troops, according to Sri Lanka Army (SLA) repor
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A day earlier, naval troops in their camp at Kalpitiya in the Puttalam district killed a suspected LTTE cadre who was reportedly trying to infiltrate their camp in spite of repeated warning shots of the troops, according to Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reports.
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February - 19 
Colombo Page reports that Rivira, a Sri Lankan Sinhala Sunday newspaper, accused the local office of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) of providing the LTTE with cyanide to be used in suicide operations. The newspaper raised doubts over a s
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Colombo Page reports that Rivira, a Sri Lankan Sinhala Sunday newspaper, accused the local office of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) of providing the LTTE with cyanide to be used in suicide operations. The newspaper raised doubts over a stock of chemicals including cyanide imported by UNICEF, which said the chemicals were for water purification. The newspaper also said that the chief of UNICEF’s Kilinochchi office is accused of supporting the outfit.
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February - 19 
On February 19, LTTE cadres triggered two claymore mine explosions using remote-controllers while a Police team was conducting a routine road-clearing patrol on Mannar-Vavuniya road. However, no casualties were reported.
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On February 19, LTTE cadres triggered two claymore mine explosions using remote-controllers while a Police team was conducting a routine road-clearing patrol on Mannar-Vavuniya road. However, no casualties were reported.
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February - 19 
The Civil Security Department (CSD), formerly known as the Home-guard Service, will be strengthened and fully geared to combat terrorism, according to Daily News. The CSD will deploy fully trained and well-equipped civil security personnel in village
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The Civil Security Department (CSD), formerly known as the Home-guard Service, will be strengthened and fully geared to combat terrorism, according to Daily News. The CSD will deploy fully trained and well-equipped civil security personnel in villages and jungles shortly.
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February - 19 
The ruling Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will present its own proposals on power devolution as a solution to the country's ethnic problem, SLFP sources said. The SLFP proposals are now being prepared based on the proposals submitted by the chairman
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The ruling Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will present its own proposals on power devolution as a solution to the country's ethnic problem, SLFP sources said. The SLFP proposals are now being prepared based on the proposals submitted by the chairman of the All Party Representative Committee, Tissa Vitarana.
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February - 19 
Troops recovered 225 boxes, each box containing 750 rounds of ammunition amounting to over 168,750 of T-56 ammunition rounds from Echchalampaththu in the Trincomalee district on February 19.
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Troops recovered 225 boxes, each box containing 750 rounds of ammunition amounting to over 168,750 of T-56 ammunition rounds from Echchalampaththu in the Trincomalee district on February 19.
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February - 20 
Unidentified militants opened fire near Ura Academy in Kohima village under the North Police Station in the Kohima city on February 20, reports Nagaland Post. There was no report of any casualty in the incident, which police described as a clash b
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Unidentified militants opened fire near Ura Academy in Kohima village under the North Police Station in the Kohima city on February 20, reports Nagaland Post. There was no report of any casualty in the incident, which police described as a clash between two rival factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN). The State Police Quick Reaction Team recovered 13 empty cases of different ammunition and four bullet heads at separate locations near the encounter site.
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February - 20 
An Army personnel, Rajesh Singh, was killed and two others, Amar Singh and Roshan Lal, sustained injuries when terrorists lobbed a grenade on a patrol party of the Rashtriya Rifles at Khajgam in the Chatroo area of Doda district. Immediately after th
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An Army personnel, Rajesh Singh, was killed and two others, Amar Singh and Roshan Lal, sustained injuries when terrorists lobbed a grenade on a patrol party of the Rashtriya Rifles at Khajgam in the Chatroo area of Doda district. Immediately after the grenade attack, troops arrested a suspect, Shabir Ahmed.
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February - 20 
In the Chandel district, an internecine clash was reported between militants belonging to two unidentified outfits from Machi village, reports Imphal Free Press. Further details of the incident are awaited.
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In the Chandel district, an internecine clash was reported between militants belonging to two unidentified outfits from Machi village, reports Imphal Free Press. Further details of the incident are awaited.
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February - 20 
Nagaland Post reports that two candidates belonging to the Communist Party of India (CPI) contesting from the Chandel and Tengnoupal assembly constituencies, were forced to retire from the electioneering process by unidentified militants.
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Nagaland Post reports that two candidates belonging to the Communist Party of India (CPI) contesting from the Chandel and Tengnoupal assembly constituencies, were forced to retire from the electioneering process by unidentified militants.
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February - 20 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Khaplang (NSCN-K) asked candidates of the Tamenglong constituency to boycott the Assembly elections, according to Shillong Times.
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Khaplang (NSCN-K) asked candidates of the Tamenglong constituency to boycott the Assembly elections, according to Shillong Times.
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February - 20 
Nine women leaders, including the President of a civil society organisation, Anal Women Union, were abducted by suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN–IM) militants from Chandel district on February 20, according to Sangai
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Nine women leaders, including the President of a civil society organisation, Anal Women Union, were abducted by suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN–IM) militants from Chandel district on February 20, according to Sangai Express. Women leaders were reportedly abducted in connection with the upcoming third and final phase of Manipur Legislative Assembly election scheduled to be held on February 23.
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February - 20 
On February 20, with the death of a Pakistani national injured in the blasts on the trans-border Samjhauta Express at Deewana in the Panipat district of Haryana, the death toll has risen to 68, reports Press Trust of India. Meanwhile, officials ha
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On February 20, with the death of a Pakistani national injured in the blasts on the trans-border Samjhauta Express at Deewana in the Panipat district of Haryana, the death toll has risen to 68, reports Press Trust of India. Meanwhile, officials have said that they have detained a passenger on the train, who is a resident of Karachi in Pakistan for questioning. Bharti Arora, a senior Haryana railway police official said, “He was found in a drunken state and he's being questioned. But his account has been inconsistent and we have no definite conclusions yet.”
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February - 20 
One National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militant, Narendra Debbarma alias Kalak, of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction was arrested from his residence at Tuichakatar village under Salema police station in the in the Dhalai district on February 2
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One National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militant, Narendra Debbarma alias Kalak, of the Biswamohan Debbarma faction was arrested from his residence at Tuichakatar village under Salema police station in the in the Dhalai district on February 20, according to a delayed report. Narendra was involved in the abduction of a person, Sailendra Debbarma, from South Panbua under the same police station. A collaborator of the same outfit, identified as Sachindra Debbarma, was also arrested from Champahowar area in the same district.
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February - 20 
Sentinel quoting a source of the NSCN-IM reports that an independent candidate, Khangthuanang Panmei, who was abducted from Tamenglong constituency, had ‘politically retired’ from his candidature and had ‘apologised’ to the outfit for his ‘unlawful a
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Sentinel quoting a source of the NSCN-IM reports that an independent candidate, Khangthuanang Panmei, who was abducted from Tamenglong constituency, had ‘politically retired’ from his candidature and had ‘apologised’ to the outfit for his ‘unlawful activities’.
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February - 20 
Terrorists killed two personnel of a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) patrol party, identified as Head Constable Virender Kumar and Constable Vinod Kumar, and escaped with one of their weapons on the Srinagar-Jammu highway near Bijbehara in the An
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Terrorists killed two personnel of a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) patrol party, identified as Head Constable Virender Kumar and Constable Vinod Kumar, and escaped with one of their weapons on the Srinagar-Jammu highway near Bijbehara in the Anantnag district on February 20. Spokesman of the Al-Mansooran, a front for the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Aamir Mir, told Daily Excelsior over telephone that members of his group left four soldiers, including two CRPF officers, dead and managed to reach their hideout safely. Officials, however, confirmed the death of only two soldiers.
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February - 20 
The Hindu reports that the Coast Guard on February 20 destroyed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) boat seized by them on February 13. The decision to destroy the boat was taken after finding that the gap between the fibre sheets of the boat w
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The Hindu reports that the Coast Guard on February 20 destroyed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) boat seized by them on February 13. The decision to destroy the boat was taken after finding that the gap between the fibre sheets of the boat was packed with gunpowder and it could explode any time. Officials of Central and state agencies supervised the destruction process after it was towed by Coast Guard ship `Avvaiyar' to mid sea, a police press release said. Meanwhile, five persons arrested from the boat have told the Tamil Nadu police during questioning that the boat was packed with ammunition, which could be blown up anytime using a hidden switch.
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February - 20 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Khaplang (NSCN-K) has claimed to have received a “donation” from the Congress party, according to Telegraph. The outfit’s ministry of finance issued a statement conveying its gratitude to the Congress party
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Khaplang (NSCN-K) has claimed to have received a “donation” from the Congress party, according to Telegraph. The outfit’s ministry of finance issued a statement conveying its gratitude to the Congress party for a donation of INR five lakh received through the Leader of the Opposition, I. Imkong Ao. Kughalu Mulatonu, the outfit’s ‘chaplee kilonser’ (finance minister), said, “The money could be to play the buy-and-win game for the coming elections… The chaplee ministry is grateful to I. Imkong Ao for assisting the Ao region (unit of the outfit) with Rs 5 lakh.”
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February - 20 
Two Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) cadres, Lord Canning Thongni and Everywell Leroy, who surrendered in Shillong on February 20, confessed that they used to hand over the extortion money to a Bangladeshi national, Abdus Salam, accordi
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Two Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) cadres, Lord Canning Thongni and Everywell Leroy, who surrendered in Shillong on February 20, confessed that they used to hand over the extortion money to a Bangladeshi national, Abdus Salam, according to Shillong Times. Police suspect that the top HNLC leaders are using Bangladeshi nationals as couriers to bring extortion money, since they had lost faith in the lower rung cadres. Superintendent of Police of the East Khasi Hills district, A. R. Mawthoh, said that around 130 militants had so far surrendered in East Khasi Hills. "More and more cadres are leaving the outfit as the extorted money has been pocketed by the top leaders," Mawthoh added.
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February - 20 
According to Daily Times, an Islamist “fanatic” shot dead the Social Welfare Minister of Punjab province, Zile Huma Usman, in an open court in her hometown of Gujranwala on February 20. Police said Muhammad Sarwar shot dead the minister during a brie
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According to Daily Times, an Islamist “fanatic” shot dead the Social Welfare Minister of Punjab province, Zile Huma Usman, in an open court in her hometown of Gujranwala on February 20. Police said Muhammad Sarwar shot dead the minister during a brief power cut during the open court at Pakistan Muslim League House. Police arrested Sarwar immediately after the shooting and later said he was a religious fanatic opposed to women being independent, and had been implicated in four murders and two attempted murders in Gujranwala. “He considers it contrary to the teachings of Allah for a woman to become a minister or a ruler. That’s why he committed this action,” the police said in a statement. Punjab province Law Minister Raja Basharat said “He (Sarwar) is basically a fanatic.” The minister had reportedly been the target of several death threats since she had tried to organise a “mini-marathon” for men and women in Gujranwala in 2005. The race was attacked by Islamist extremists who consider it un-Islamic for men and women to run together. She was also attempting to organise another marathon in Gujranwala in late March 2006, and had again received death threats. “He killed her because she was not observing the Islamic code of dress. She was also campaigning for emancipation of women,” local police officer Nazir Ahmad told AFP.
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February - 20 
According to Dawn, a tribal elder was shot dead in the Tank district of North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on February 21. Police said armed men intruded into the house of Malik Karim Khan in the Totkai locality of Tank on February 20-night and shot
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According to Dawn, a tribal elder was shot dead in the Tank district of North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on February 21. Police said armed men intruded into the house of Malik Karim Khan in the Totkai locality of Tank on February 20-night and shot him dead. Malik Karim belonged to South Waziristan and had shifted to Tank due to the security situation in Waziristan.
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February - 20 
An Afghan refugee was beheaded on February 20 for allegedly being a US spy in North Waziristan, according to Daily Times. The decapitated body of Nek Amal, a 35-year old man from Zozak village in the Afghan province of Khost, was found in Saidgey vil
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An Afghan refugee was beheaded on February 20 for allegedly being a US spy in North Waziristan, according to Daily Times. The decapitated body of Nek Amal, a 35-year old man from Zozak village in the Afghan province of Khost, was found in Saidgey village, near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in North Waziristan. A note found near the body read, “Whoever spies for America will meet the same fate.” The militants, suspected to be pro-Taliban elements, also cut off his hands and feet.
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February - 20 
An eight-member bench of the Supreme Court on February 20 ruled that the office of the Mohtasib (ombudsman), as envisaged in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) Assembly’s Hasba Bill, could not be delegated judicial powers and a seminary-qualifie
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An eight-member bench of the Supreme Court on February 20 ruled that the office of the Mohtasib (ombudsman), as envisaged in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) Assembly’s Hasba Bill, could not be delegated judicial powers and a seminary-qualified person could not be graded an ‘aalim’ for appointment as a provincial Mohtasib, according to Daily Times. The court said the NWFP Assembly should review the Hasba Bill to exclude controversial sections, otherwise the rest of the bill was okay. The bench was giving its ruling on a reference filed by President Pervez Musharraf, who had sought the court’s opinion on Hasba Bill’s validity. The NWFP Assembly passed the first Hasba Bill on July 14, 2005, but the Supreme Court, on a presidential reference, declared that several sections of the bill were unconstitutional. The NWFP Assembly passed a fresh bill in November 2006, and claimed it had been drafted in accordance with the SC recommendations. However, the president filed another reference in the court under the Supreme Court’s advisory jurisdiction challenging the new bill in December 2006. On December 15, 2006, the Supreme Court directed the provincial governor not to assent the bill in its present form. The Hasba Bill envisages an office of the Mohtasib at the provincial level and in each district.
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February - 20 
Federal Minister for Frontier Regions, Sardar Yar Mohammad Rind, survived an attempt on his life in the Sani area of Bolan district in Balochistan province on February 20, Dawn reported. The minister was reportedly going to Sibi from his native town
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Federal Minister for Frontier Regions, Sardar Yar Mohammad Rind, survived an attempt on his life in the Sani area of Bolan district in Balochistan province on February 20, Dawn reported. The minister was reportedly going to Sibi from his native town of Shoran to attend a meeting. According to officials, the caravan of the minister was attacked near Landow village. Deputy Inspector General of Police (Sibi Range) told Dawn that the assailants were the same people who had attacked a security forces’ convoy in the same area about two months ago, adding that he suspected some local people’s involvement.
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February - 20 
Police arrested two suspected suicide bombers in the Baldia police station area of Hyderabad in the Sindh province on February 20, Dawn reported. Deputy Superintendent of Police Hyder Bux Khoso identified the two as Mohammad Ali and Mohammad Shoaib K
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Police arrested two suspected suicide bombers in the Baldia police station area of Hyderabad in the Sindh province on February 20, Dawn reported. Deputy Superintendent of Police Hyder Bux Khoso identified the two as Mohammad Ali and Mohammad Shoaib Khan. Two hand grenades, two pistols, chemical bottles, explosive material, five kilograms of ball-bearings, two batteries and two table watches were seized during the operation. He said that it was learnt during initial questioning that they had been brought to Hyderabad by their gang leader and that they had been trained in Waziristan. He alleged that they were members of the banned outfit, Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM).
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February - 20 
Security agencies have sealed the only office of the Al-Akhtar Trust in the Kashroot locality of Gilgit and frozen its account, according to Dawn. However, the local in-charge of the trust, Maulana Ataullah Shahab, said they would continue their welf
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Security agencies have sealed the only office of the Al-Akhtar Trust in the Kashroot locality of Gilgit and frozen its account, according to Dawn. However, the local in-charge of the trust, Maulana Ataullah Shahab, said they would continue their welfare work.
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February - 20 
The Government on February 20 claimed to have traced a network of terrorists allegedly involved in the killings of former Member of National Assembly Maulana Azam Tariq (chief of the outlawed Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan [SSP], provincial minister Pir Bin
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The Government on February 20 claimed to have traced a network of terrorists allegedly involved in the killings of former Member of National Assembly Maulana Azam Tariq (chief of the outlawed Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan [SSP], provincial minister Pir Binyamin and 41 other people in various incidents that occurred in Punjab and Islamabad between 2003 and 2006. “Two members of the network have been arrested by Islamabad Police’s CID department from Sector G-6/2 and efforts are being made to catch their six accomplices who are reported to be hiding in the capital,” a senior official of the interior ministry told Dawn. The arrested were identified as Mudassar Ali alias Usman Chaudhry and Mohammad Ali alias Abbas. The official informed that in October 2003, the accused had intercepted Azam Tariq’s car near Golra More Toll Plaza in Islamabad and opened fire, killing Tariq, his three security guards and a driver.
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February - 20 
The rail link between provincial capital Quetta and the rest of the country was cut off as insurgents reportedly blew up a main railway line near Quetta late on February 20-night. According to police sources, some people planted explosives under the
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The rail link between provincial capital Quetta and the rest of the country was cut off as insurgents reportedly blew up a main railway line near Quetta late on February 20-night. According to police sources, some people planted explosives under the main railway track in the Parkaniabad area of Sariab and blew it up. As a result, the railway traffic between Quetta and Sibi was suspended. Railway authorities confirmed that all Quetta-bound trains coming from Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi and Peshawar would be stopped at different stations till the track was repaired.
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February - 20 
The supply of gas to four districts of Balochistan and a private power plant was disrupted on February 20 as insurgents blew up a main pipeline in Akhtarabad, a suburb of Quetta. According to police sources, militants planted a powerful explosive dev
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The supply of gas to four districts of Balochistan and a private power plant was disrupted on February 20 as insurgents blew up a main pipeline in Akhtarabad, a suburb of Quetta. According to police sources, militants planted a powerful explosive device beneath the pipeline near Killi Raisani of the Akhtarabad area and blew it up.
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February - 20 
Maoist combatants on February 20 announced that they would walk out from Shaktikhor cantonment in Chitwan, and threatened that their colleagues in all seven cantonments would begin deserting the camps to earn their living from February 21 (today), as
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Maoist combatants on February 20 announced that they would walk out from Shaktikhor cantonment in Chitwan, and threatened that their colleagues in all seven cantonments would begin deserting the camps to earn their living from February 21 (today), as they have run out of money provided by the Government to support their lives, Kantipur online reports. According to the cantonment source, 15 to 20 thousand combatants will leave the camps in the first phase from today. Maoists claimed that some combatants of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) would stay back for the security of the sites while the rest of the combatants will seek employment opportunities in the nearby villages.
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February - 20 
A day earlier, unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Jaggopu Iruthaya Jenyraj, along Thumpalai road in the Point Pedro area of Jaffna district, according to Tamil Net.
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A day earlier, unidentified assailants shot dead a civilian, identified as Jaggopu Iruthaya Jenyraj, along Thumpalai road in the Point Pedro area of Jaffna district, according to Tamil Net.
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February - 20 
An exodus from Vavuniya district has begun following a rumour that the LTTE will launch a major offensive after February 22, according to Dawn. Sources said that civilians had started leaving the region fearing a full-scale war in the area. However,
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An exodus from Vavuniya district has begun following a rumour that the LTTE will launch a major offensive after February 22, according to Dawn. Sources said that civilians had started leaving the region fearing a full-scale war in the area. However, the LTTE neither confirmed nor deny about the rumour.
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February - 20 
BBC has reported that the main opposition party, the United National Party, has accepted 'full responsibility' of signing a cease-fire agreement (CFA) with the LTTE. Earlier, in an interview with BBC, President Mahinda Rajapakse had described the CFA
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BBC has reported that the main opposition party, the United National Party, has accepted 'full responsibility' of signing a cease-fire agreement (CFA) with the LTTE. Earlier, in an interview with BBC, President Mahinda Rajapakse had described the CFA as a "mistake".
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February - 20 
Colombo Page reported that in a response to LTTE’s continuing artillery and mortar attacks launched from forest areas east of Oddusudan and Puliyankulam in the Vavuniya district, Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets bombed two identified LTTE targets on F
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Colombo Page reported that in a response to LTTE’s continuing artillery and mortar attacks launched from forest areas east of Oddusudan and Puliyankulam in the Vavuniya district, Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets bombed two identified LTTE targets on February 20. “The targeted locations comprised artillery and mortars and a large concentration of Tiger terrorists at the time the Air Force bombed. One of the targets was a training base of the terrorists,” a senior air force official said, adding, from these points, terrorists had attacked Kokkukuduvai and Welioya areas with mortars recently. "We have taken two identified targets which were primarily a training camp of the LTTE and the other was a gun position from where they were targeting our troops," said Military spokesman Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe, according to Associated Press. Meanwhile, the LTTE denied any of their military assets were hit in the Vavuniya district and accused the SLAF of killing two civilians in the air strikes. The outfit’s spokesman Rasiah Ilanthirayan said, "The so-called training centre that the Sri Lankan state is saying is a civilian area, and until now we have recovered two bodies of civilians."
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February - 20 
One RPG weapon, seven RPG rounds, three chargers, one communication set and one hundred LMG ammunition from the general area of Alvai.
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One RPG weapon, seven RPG rounds, three chargers, one communication set and one hundred LMG ammunition from the general area of Alvai.
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February - 20 
Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickramanayake on February 20 rejected the allegations that the Government had a pact with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), according to Daily News. “There is nothing to reveal. Go and ask the man who made the cha
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Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickramanayake on February 20 rejected the allegations that the Government had a pact with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), according to Daily News. “There is nothing to reveal. Go and ask the man who made the charge. I have nothing to say about something that does not exist,” Prime Minister Wickremanayake told Chief Opposition Whip Joseph Michael Perera in the Parliament.
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February - 20 
Security forces charged the LTTE of using places of worship for their terror acts after the military found a cache of weapons from St. Mary’s Church in Jaffna on a tip off. Military spokesman Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe told the weekly security pre
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Security forces charged the LTTE of using places of worship for their terror acts after the military found a cache of weapons from St. Mary’s Church in Jaffna on a tip off. Military spokesman Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe told the weekly security press briefing that seven hand grenades, three cyanide capsules, one radio set and jungle boots were found inside St. Mary’s Church Jaffna on February 20. He said, "… It is obvious that they had planned for an attack on the Security Forces using the church premises as cover, thus compelling the Security Forces to retaliate", the Brigadier added. Meanwhile, Defence Affairs spokesman Minister Keheliya Rambukwella stated the LTTE is using religious and public places and all possible people, even Buddhist monks, Sinhalese men, women and journalists to achieve their terror targets.
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February - 20 
Six anti personnel mines were recovered by troops from the Kokkuthuduai area in Hambantota district.
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Six anti personnel mines were recovered by troops from the Kokkuthuduai area in Hambantota district.
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February - 20 
Three unidentified dead bodies were found at an unspecified place in the Vavuniya district on February 20, reports AFP. The defence ministry blamed the deaths on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), the report added.
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Three unidentified dead bodies were found at an unspecified place in the Vavuniya district on February 20, reports AFP. The defence ministry blamed the deaths on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), the report added.
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February - 20 
Troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres in the Sittaru area and subsequently recovered one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine, one pouch and one bag from the incident site.
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Troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres in the Sittaru area and subsequently recovered one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine, one pouch and one bag from the incident site.
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February - 20 
Troops recovered 500 grams of high explosives from the general area (area under Government control) of Jaffna town.
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Troops recovered 500 grams of high explosives from the general area (area under Government control) of Jaffna town.
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February - 20 
Troops recovered a claymore mine from the Thandikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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Troops recovered a claymore mine from the Thandikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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February - 20 
Troops recovered one anti personnel mine from the Ponnalai Kadduvan area of Jaffna district.
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Troops recovered one anti personnel mine from the Ponnalai Kadduvan area of Jaffna district.
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February - 21 
A powerful explosive was recovered in Moirang Kampu area of Imphal East district on February 21, officials said, according to PTI. The bomb was later defused by bomb experts, the sources added.
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A powerful explosive was recovered in Moirang Kampu area of Imphal East district on February 21, officials said, according to PTI. The bomb was later defused by bomb experts, the sources added.
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February - 21 
A powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered in Sibsagar district, according to The Hindu. The IED was found by the Army concealed in a bag and kept in a bus travelling to Sonari, the Police said.
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A powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered in Sibsagar district, according to The Hindu. The IED was found by the Army concealed in a bag and kept in a bus travelling to Sonari, the Police said.
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February - 21 
Five persons, including a couple, were detained on February 21-night for questioning in raids by security forces in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and in Old Delhi in connection with the explosions.
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Five persons, including a couple, were detained on February 21-night for questioning in raids by security forces in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and in Old Delhi in connection with the explosions.
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February - 21 
Guwahati Police recovered a huge cache of explosives, including 400 electronic detonators, 600 Superoxide Dismutases (SOD)s, 37 bundles of fuse wire, 25 gelatin sticks and 25 kilogram of aluminum nitrate, from Garchuk on February 21-night, according
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Guwahati Police recovered a huge cache of explosives, including 400 electronic detonators, 600 Superoxide Dismutases (SOD)s, 37 bundles of fuse wire, 25 gelatin sticks and 25 kilogram of aluminum nitrate, from Garchuk on February 21-night, according to Sentinel. Two persons, Radhesyam Shaw and Monilal Pasowan, were arrested in this connection. Police said that the explosives were likely to be meant for the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
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February - 21 
India on February 21 ruled out a joint investigation along with Pakistan into the explosions in the Samjhauta Express that took place on February 18, reports The Hindu. Addressing a joint press conference with Pakistan Foreign Minister Khursheed Mehm
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India on February 21 ruled out a joint investigation along with Pakistan into the explosions in the Samjhauta Express that took place on February 18, reports The Hindu. Addressing a joint press conference with Pakistan Foreign Minister Khursheed Mehmood Kasuri, External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee said, "as per the law of the land, the probe will be conducted by India and the results shared with Pakistan." Mukherjee, however, emphasised that the results of the investigation would be shared with Pakistan at the anti-terror mechanism meeting in Islamabad on March 6. On February 20, Pakistan's National Assembly had passed a unanimous resolution seeking a joint investigation into the attack.
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February - 21 
On February 21, a civilian was killed at Kiyamgei Awang Leikar Leirak under Iribung Police station after being abducted from his Langthabal Kunja residence in the Imphal West district.
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On February 21, a civilian was killed at Kiyamgei Awang Leikar Leirak under Iribung Police station after being abducted from his Langthabal Kunja residence in the Imphal West district.
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February - 21 
On February 21, the Rayagada police raided Bhairabgada village and seized explosive materials, two revolvers and two country-made pistols from a house, reports New Indian Express. Police sources said that further investigation is on to establish any
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On February 21, the Rayagada police raided Bhairabgada village and seized explosive materials, two revolvers and two country-made pistols from a house, reports New Indian Express. Police sources said that further investigation is on to establish any link between the seizure of the explosives and Naxalite (left-wing extremist) presence in the area.
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February - 21 
Six United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkmen were arrested from Ahomiyagaon, Kopouhuagaon and Joypur Tea Estate areas in the Dibrugarh district on February 21, reports CNN-IBN. The arrested linkmen were identified as Raju Gogoi, Hiranath Phukan
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Six United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkmen were arrested from Ahomiyagaon, Kopouhuagaon and Joypur Tea Estate areas in the Dibrugarh district on February 21, reports CNN-IBN. The arrested linkmen were identified as Raju Gogoi, Hiranath Phukan, Junti Phukan, Rakesh Saha, Sanjit Kamalapuri and Munna Thakur.
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February - 21 
The Police control room in New Delhi on February 21 received a call from a man identifying himself as spokesman of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) who threatened to carry out blasts in the national capital if four of its men, lodged in the Tihar jail were
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The Police control room in New Delhi on February 21 received a call from a man identifying himself as spokesman of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) who threatened to carry out blasts in the national capital if four of its men, lodged in the Tihar jail were not released, reports Zee News. The police reportedly has identified the number and a hunt was on to arrest the person responsible for making the call.
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February - 21 
Two activists of an unspecified political party were shot dead by suspected militants near Singhat village under Churachandpur district on February 21, according to Assam Tribune. The bodies of the deceased were recovered by the Police on February 22
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Two activists of an unspecified political party were shot dead by suspected militants near Singhat village under Churachandpur district on February 21, according to Assam Tribune. The bodies of the deceased were recovered by the Police on February 22-morning.
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February - 21 
Armed men reportedly snatched an official vehicle from an employee of the Tribal Electric Supply Company near Tank on February 21.
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Armed men reportedly snatched an official vehicle from an employee of the Tribal Electric Supply Company near Tank on February 21.
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February - 21 
A report, submitted to the Interior Ministry, said that the current wave of suicide attacks in Pakistan indicates that terrorists are targeting senior security officials and politicians who support President Pervez Musharraf’s policy of "enlightened
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A report, submitted to the Interior Ministry, said that the current wave of suicide attacks in Pakistan indicates that terrorists are targeting senior security officials and politicians who support President Pervez Musharraf’s policy of "enlightened moderation".
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February - 21 
At least seven people were injured in two separate landmine explosions in the Balochistan province on February 21, according to Daily Times. In the first incident, police said that three men, including two brothers, were injured when their motorbike
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At least seven people were injured in two separate landmine explosions in the Balochistan province on February 21, according to Daily Times. In the first incident, police said that three men, including two brothers, were injured when their motorbike hit a landmine while they were travelling towards Dera Bugti. In the second incident, four people were injured at Dera Allah Yar when their vehicle hit a landmine.
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February - 21 
In the province, an 18-inch diameter gas pipeline was blown up by suspected insurgents in Dera Bugti.
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In the province, an 18-inch diameter gas pipeline was blown up by suspected insurgents in Dera Bugti.
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February - 21 
Intelligence agencies indicated that Taliban commanders plan to carry out 12 suicide attacks in various parts of Pakistan, according to Daily Times. According to intelligence reports submitted to the Interior Ministry, the attacks have been planned b
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Intelligence agencies indicated that Taliban commanders plan to carry out 12 suicide attacks in various parts of Pakistan, according to Daily Times. According to intelligence reports submitted to the Interior Ministry, the attacks have been planned by Taliban commanders such as Baitullah Mehsud, Abdullah Mehsud, Sheikh Khalid Mahmood and Nazir Wazir. The reports also name five of the 12 expected suicide bombers and their targets. They say that Nurani, a resident of Ghazni district in Afghanistan, has been given the task to carry out a suicide attack in Islamabad or Sargodha. Gul Jan, who belongs to the Mehsud tribe in South Waziristan, has reportedly been tasked with an attack in Lahore. Miatol, who belongs to a Punjabi tribe, is stated to be planning an attack in Dera Ismail Khan. Ziaul Haq, a resident of Shand Estate, is reported to be preparing a suicide blast in the Bahawalpur region. Mohammad Zaman, a resident of Waziristan, is said to be planning attacks in Lahore and Rawalpindi.
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February - 21 
One person, identified as Ghulam Khan Megalkhel, was killed in the Badar area of South Waziristan on February 21, Dawn reported. No group has claimed responsibility for the killing so far. Relatives said Ghulam Khan had no personal enmity.
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One person, identified as Ghulam Khan Megalkhel, was killed in the Badar area of South Waziristan on February 21, Dawn reported. No group has claimed responsibility for the killing so far. Relatives said Ghulam Khan had no personal enmity.
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February - 21 
Osama bin Laden and his al Qaeda network continue to operate from the area that straddles the Durand Line, said the US State Department without specifying whether the alleged Al Qaeda camps are on the Afghan or Pakistan side of the border, according
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Osama bin Laden and his al Qaeda network continue to operate from the area that straddles the Durand Line, said the US State Department without specifying whether the alleged Al Qaeda camps are on the Afghan or Pakistan side of the border, according to Dawn. "We continue to be concerned about the existence of Al Qaeda’s leadership that’s out there, Osama bin Laden among others," the department’s deputy spokesperson Tom Casey told a briefing in Washington. "And we continue to be concerned as you know, about cross-border activities from Pakistan to Afghanistan," he added. Casey was commenting on a New York Times report earlier this week that the al Qaeda leadership has successfully revived the terrorist network, working from bases in North Waziristan.
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February - 21 
Maoist Spokesperson Krishna Bahadur Mahara has said that the Party leadership allowed the cadres to go outside the cantonment sites to arrange their own food and lodging adding that they would return to the cantonments after basic facilities are prov
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Maoist Spokesperson Krishna Bahadur Mahara has said that the Party leadership allowed the cadres to go outside the cantonment sites to arrange their own food and lodging adding that they would return to the cantonments after basic facilities are provided to them. Meanwhile, registration of Maoist arms outside cantonments began in Kathmandu, on February 21, Kantipur online reports.
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February - 21 
Nearly 3,000 Maoist cadres in the Third Division of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) based in Shaktikhor in Chitwan district, left their cantonment on February 21, as they did not have basic facilities including food and pure drinking water in the
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Nearly 3,000 Maoist cadres in the Third Division of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) based in Shaktikhor in Chitwan district, left their cantonment on February 21, as they did not have basic facilities including food and pure drinking water in the camp, Nepal News reports. According to United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN) this is a breach of the Agreement on Monitoring of Arms and Armies signed on December 8, 2006 between the Government, the Maoists and the UN.
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February - 21 
Nepal News reports that the United Nations (UN) monitoring team will start the registration of Maoist combatants outside cantonments from February 21(today). The injured combatants who could not stay within the cantonments; those who had gone on vaca
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Nepal News reports that the United Nations (UN) monitoring team will start the registration of Maoist combatants outside cantonments from February 21(today). The injured combatants who could not stay within the cantonments; those who had gone on vacation and those went outside to provide security to the Maoist leadership will be registered along with the weapons they hold.
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February - 21 
A Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attempt to procure a large consignment of urgently needed arms, ammunition and equipment, from one of Sri Lanka’s key weapons suppliers failed recently, following swift government action to stop the deal, rep
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A Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attempt to procure a large consignment of urgently needed arms, ammunition and equipment, from one of Sri Lanka’s key weapons suppliers failed recently, following swift government action to stop the deal, reports The Island. The government had intervened after the LTTE finalised the multi million dollar transaction, the first of its kind with a unidentified supplier. Sources said authorities had acted swiftly after Sri Lanka pointed out the alleged link between the LTTE and the arms supplier. An investigation is believed to be underway.
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February - 21 
Ministry of Defence (MoD) Website, separately, some Sinhalese women have undergone training in LTTE camps. Secretary of the MoD Gotabhaya Rajapaksa said investigations are being carried out to locate the Sinhalese women tigers and soon they would be
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Ministry of Defence (MoD) Website, separately, some Sinhalese women have undergone training in LTTE camps. Secretary of the MoD Gotabhaya Rajapaksa said investigations are being carried out to locate the Sinhalese women tigers and soon they would be apprehended. He said already nineteen Sinhalese male tiger terrorists have been arrested and further arrests would be made on information received from them. He added that the Sinhalese tigers had been deployed to carry out a major attack in the South part of the country and an enormous disaster was avoided as a result of these arrests.
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February - 21 
On February 21, a claymore mine trapped to an anti personnel mine was recovered from the Thorankadu area of Trincomalee district.
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On February 21, a claymore mine trapped to an anti personnel mine was recovered from the Thorankadu area of Trincomalee district.
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February - 21 
On February 21, four students and a tuition master were injured when the LTTE lobbed a hand grenade targeting troops, which missed its intended target and fell into a tuition class at Yalai junction in the Jaffna district, reports Daily News.
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On February 21, four students and a tuition master were injured when the LTTE lobbed a hand grenade targeting troops, which missed its intended target and fell into a tuition class at Yalai junction in the Jaffna district, reports Daily News.
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February - 21 
One 120 misfire toolkit, five boat engines and a generator was recovered from the Echchalampaththu area in the Batticaloa district.
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One 120 misfire toolkit, five boat engines and a generator was recovered from the Echchalampaththu area in the Batticaloa district.
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February - 21 
Sri Lanka on February 21 urged India to intensify their surveillances against gun-running by LTTE across the Palk Straits that divides the two countries, reports Colombo Page. Defence spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella said, "I request them (India) to do
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Sri Lanka on February 21 urged India to intensify their surveillances against gun-running by LTTE across the Palk Straits that divides the two countries, reports Colombo Page. Defence spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella said, "I request them (India) to do more. If you write a headline that India is not doing enough, they will take note of it (in New Delhi). We see a new beginning taking place. India is accepting what we have been saying for a long time that the LTTE is a threat to regional security," Rambukwella said.
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February - 21 
Two civilians and a Police officer were killed and 16 others, including ten civilians, four Police and two Army personnel, sustained injuries when the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres detonated a claymore mine fixed to a motorcycle on t
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Two civilians and a Police officer were killed and 16 others, including ten civilians, four Police and two Army personnel, sustained injuries when the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres detonated a claymore mine fixed to a motorcycle on the wayside of Ottamavadi town in the Batticaloa district targeting a Police cab on February 21, reports Daily News.
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February - 21 
While calling for a fresh commitment from Sri Lanka’s warring parties, Norway said that it will continue to serve as a facilitator in the peace process of Sri Lanka. "The Norwegian government has made it clear that it stands ready to continue to serv
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While calling for a fresh commitment from Sri Lanka’s warring parties, Norway said that it will continue to serve as a facilitator in the peace process of Sri Lanka. "The Norwegian government has made it clear that it stands ready to continue to serve as a facilitator in the peace process, provided that both the Sri Lankan government and the LTTE request its continued assistance," Norway’s ambassador in Colombo, Hans Brattskar said.
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February - 22 
A polythene bag containing several explosives were recovered on February 22 by Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel from a general compartment of the Sealdah-Varanasi Express at Dhanauri station in West Bengal, reports The Hindu.
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A polythene bag containing several explosives were recovered on February 22 by Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel from a general compartment of the Sealdah-Varanasi Express at Dhanauri station in West Bengal, reports The Hindu.
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February - 22 
On February 22, an Assam Rifles jawan was killed and another injured when unidentified militants ambushed a party of security force personnel at a place between Khoibu and Gomni villages under Tengnoupal police station in the Chandel district, PTI re
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On February 22, an Assam Rifles jawan was killed and another injured when unidentified militants ambushed a party of security force personnel at a place between Khoibu and Gomni villages under Tengnoupal police station in the Chandel district, PTI reported. Following a half an hour-long encounter, the militants fled to the nearby thick jungles.
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February - 22 
Police arrested two suspected agents of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from Bhuj in Gujarat on February 22, reports The Hindu. District Superintendent of Police Gyanendrasinh Malik said Aslam and Syed Ali were arrested on the basis of i
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Police arrested two suspected agents of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from Bhuj in Gujarat on February 22, reports The Hindu. District Superintendent of Police Gyanendrasinh Malik said Aslam and Syed Ali were arrested on the basis of information supplied by another ISI agent, Adil Anjuman, who was arrested in Lucknow in December 2006. Adil reportedly had worked for several months in Bhuj and other parts of Kutch to develop a spy module in the district and was brought on transit warrant to Bhuj for spot-checking. He identified Aslam, who originally hailed from Junagadh in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, as having helped him to secure false passports and other documents and having used his contacts to create the module.
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February - 22 
Sri Lankan authorities asked India to permit Sri Lankan officials to interrogate LTTE suspects arrested by the Tamil Nadu authorities along with a suicide boat on February 13. Quoting Indian officials media reports said "Sri Lanka has made the reques
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Sri Lankan authorities asked India to permit Sri Lankan officials to interrogate LTTE suspects arrested by the Tamil Nadu authorities along with a suicide boat on February 13. Quoting Indian officials media reports said "Sri Lanka has made the request to question the men who were arrested in mid-sea last week."
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The Assam Rifles said that one security personnel was wounded and there was no fatal casualty in a militant ambush at an unspecified place between Khoibu and Gomni villages under Tengnoupal police station in the Chandel district on February 22, repor
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The Assam Rifles said that one security personnel was wounded and there was no fatal casualty in a militant ambush at an unspecified place between Khoibu and Gomni villages under Tengnoupal police station in the Chandel district on February 22, reports Sangai Exprees. However, on February 23, Sangai Exprees reported that one security force personnel was killed and another wounded.
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February - 22 
Police in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, seized eight kilograms of explosive material, a detonator and a remote-controlled bomb from the Hazar Gangi area on February 22, but no arrests were made, according to Daily Times.
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Police in Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, seized eight kilograms of explosive material, a detonator and a remote-controlled bomb from the Hazar Gangi area on February 22, but no arrests were made, according to Daily Times.
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February - 22 
Security agencies claimed on February 22 to have averted at least four major terrorist attacks in different parts of the country and said that 19 suspects, who were being controlled by some people in tribal areas near the Afghan border, had been arre
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Security agencies claimed on February 22 to have averted at least four major terrorist attacks in different parts of the country and said that 19 suspects, who were being controlled by some people in tribal areas near the Afghan border, had been arrested. An interior ministry official told Dawn that seven people had been arrested from Dera Ismail Khan on January 29. They were local Taliban and belonged to the Mehsud tribe from South Waziristan. Further, 12 Afghan nationals were arrested for suspected links with militants in Faisalabad on January 29, he added. The interior ministry official informed that a countrywide terror alert, especially in capital Islamabad, had been issued after investigations revealed presence of some suicide bombers in various parts of the country. The terror threat level had not been lowered from ‘red alert’, he added.
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February - 22 
A United Nations (UN) report has documented the recruitment of 155 children in all five regions of Nepal by the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) after the ceasefire was declared in April 2006, reports Himalayan Times. According to the report,
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A United Nations (UN) report has documented the recruitment of 155 children in all five regions of Nepal by the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) after the ceasefire was declared in April 2006, reports Himalayan Times. According to the report, 40 per cent of them were girls and most of those children were enrolled in schools at the time of their recruitment.
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February - 22 
At least 900 People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadres under the third division kept at Shaktikhor in Chitwan district left the cantonment on February 22, Kantipur Online reports. The cadres have demanded that the Government allocate NR 600 million to th
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At least 900 People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadres under the third division kept at Shaktikhor in Chitwan district left the cantonment on February 22, Kantipur Online reports. The cadres have demanded that the Government allocate NR 600 million to the third division alone and warned that they would not return to the cantonment unless the Government meets their demand.
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February - 22 
Home Minister Krishna Prasad Sitaula appealed the Maoist leadership and the cadres not to leave their camps and said that, "Such act erodes credibility; breaches the arms monitoring agreement; and it creates obstacles to the peace process."
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Home Minister Krishna Prasad Sitaula appealed the Maoist leadership and the cadres not to leave their camps and said that, "Such act erodes credibility; breaches the arms monitoring agreement; and it creates obstacles to the peace process."
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February - 22 
Maoist first division commander Parwana also informed that the cadres kept at Chulachuli camp in Ilam district would walk out in three days if the Government did not address their problems.
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Maoist first division commander Parwana also informed that the cadres kept at Chulachuli camp in Ilam district would walk out in three days if the Government did not address their problems.
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February - 22 
The combatants of the seventh division kept at the temporary cantonment in Kailali who had left their camps, returned to their cantonments on their commander's direction.
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The combatants of the seventh division kept at the temporary cantonment in Kailali who had left their camps, returned to their cantonments on their commander's direction.
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February - 22 
The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) on February 22 neutralised an illegal arms manufacturing factory in Tejgaon industrial area of Dhaka, reports Daily Star. The owner of the factory identified as Abul Kalam Azad was arrested and found various arms maki
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The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) on February 22 neutralised an illegal arms manufacturing factory in Tejgaon industrial area of Dhaka, reports Daily Star. The owner of the factory identified as Abul Kalam Azad was arrested and found various arms making instruments and a lathe machine.
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February - 22 
According to Colombo Page, Cabinet spokesman Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa said that the Government's decision on the signed between the Government and the LTTE will soon be announced. The Prime Minister will announce the Government's decision af
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According to Colombo Page, Cabinet spokesman Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa said that the Government's decision on the signed between the Government and the LTTE will soon be announced. The Prime Minister will announce the Government's decision after consulting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Defense, he said.
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February - 22 
Norwegian Minister and former peace envoy Erik Solheim said that Norway is ready to go the extra mile to revive peace talks between the Sri Lankan Government and Tamil Tigers. He said, "Norway is willing to go the extra mile to assist their peace end
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Norwegian Minister and former peace envoy Erik Solheim said that Norway is ready to go the extra mile to revive peace talks between the Sri Lankan Government and Tamil Tigers. He said, "Norway is willing to go the extra mile to assist their peace endeavours at their request. As soon as the parties renew their peace efforts, we will be ready to do all we can to help. It is my strong hope that both parties will recognise the need to secure the full implementation of the ceasefire agreement as a first step toward reaching a political solution."
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February - 22 
On 22nd February, one soldier was killed when an Army sentry point near the Chenkaladi market in the Batticaloa district came under LTTE attack.
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On 22nd February, one soldier was killed when an Army sentry point near the Chenkaladi market in the Batticaloa district came under LTTE attack.
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February - 22 
Sri Lankan authorities asked India to permit Sri Lankan officials to interrogate LTTE suspects arrested by the Tamil Nadu authorities along with a suicide boat on February 13. Quoting Indian officials media reports said "Sri Lanka has made the reques
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Sri Lankan authorities asked India to permit Sri Lankan officials to interrogate LTTE suspects arrested by the Tamil Nadu authorities along with a suicide boat on February 13. Quoting Indian officials media reports said "Sri Lanka has made the request to question the men who were arrested in mid-sea last week."
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February - 22 
The bullet-riddled bodies of three civilians were found at three different locations in the Vavuniya town, according to AFP.
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The bullet-riddled bodies of three civilians were found at three different locations in the Vavuniya town, according to AFP.
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February - 22 
The Government said that violence had increased in the past 15 months in the process of securing the country’s sovereignty which had been threatened during the first three and half years of the ceasefire. Defense spokesman Minister Keheliya Rambukwel
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The Government said that violence had increased in the past 15 months in the process of securing the country’s sovereignty which had been threatened during the first three and half years of the ceasefire. Defense spokesman Minister Keheliya Rambukwella has made these remarks to a local daily in response to the claims by the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) that nearly 4000 people were killed during the last 15 months. A local newspaper Daily Mirror quoting Rambukwella said, "The sovereignty of the country was lost as during the first three and a half years the security forces were confined to barracks and the LTTE spread its wings all over the Eastern Province." Rambukwella said the President had the responsibility of safeguarding the country and its people, and he had to change the policy and take appropriate action after he became the President of the country.
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February - 22 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on February 22 warned of resuming their ‘freedom struggle’ claiming the cease-fire agreement (CFA) was virtually non-existent, reports Colombo Page. "It has also compelled the Tamil people to resume their f
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on February 22 warned of resuming their ‘freedom struggle’ claiming the cease-fire agreement (CFA) was virtually non-existent, reports Colombo Page. "It has also compelled the Tamil people to resume their freedom struggle to realize their right to self-determination and to achieve statehood," the Tigers said in a statement. The LTTE further said that the truce was now virtually non-existent and warned that Colombo's military drive against them would only add to the bloodstained pages of the island’s history. "Even though today it exists only on paper, it (the ceasefire agreement of 2002) remains a unique document in the search for an end to the national conflict in the island of Sri Lanka," the statement added.
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February - 22 
The LTTE stated that thousands of people have begun fleeing their homes in northern Sri Lanka, fearing a fresh fight between, reported PTI. In a statement the LTTE said that over 1,000 families out of the 3,500 living near the defence lines were on t
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The LTTE stated that thousands of people have begun fleeing their homes in northern Sri Lanka, fearing a fresh fight between, reported PTI. In a statement the LTTE said that over 1,000 families out of the 3,500 living near the defence lines were on the move. "For sometime now the Sri Lankan military has been saying to the public who cross the Vavuniya border that they will soon be crossing the border into LTTE area to raise the Lankan flag," the outfit alleged, and claimed, "This coupled with frequent shelling to their homes, the two sorties of aerial bombing on 20 February in this area that killed two civilians and injured two children, and the two Claymore attacks on the same day, also in this area, is causing panic among the civilian population in the areas near the military forward defence line."
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February - 22 
The Sri Lanka Navy destroyed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) boats off the Kalpitiya coast, killing nine Sea-Tigers in the process, reports Daily News. According to Navy Spokesman Commander D. K. P. Dassanayake, the boats were suspected t
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The Sri Lanka Navy destroyed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) boats off the Kalpitiya coast, killing nine Sea-Tigers in the process, reports Daily News. According to Navy Spokesman Commander D. K. P. Dassanayake, the boats were suspected to be ferrying a large stock of weapons and explosives. A Navy vessel four kilometres off the Kalpitiya Sea had come under heavy arms fire from the two LTTE boats which ignored orders from the Navy to stop. The Navy then opened fire at the two crafts. While the Navy was engaging the Sea-Tigers, two other crafts arrived from the direction of Silawathura from which shots were fired at the Navy. The two crafts were forced to flee when the Navy retaliated strongly, Commander Dassanayake said.
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February - 23 
According to Kalinga Times, 400 gelatin sticks were recovered near Pokudibandh, on the outskirts of Berhampur city on February 23. The city police recovered the sticks, weighing about 50 kilograms, while they were being transported in a hired aut
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According to Kalinga Times, 400 gelatin sticks were recovered near Pokudibandh, on the outskirts of Berhampur city on February 23. The city police recovered the sticks, weighing about 50 kilograms, while they were being transported in a hired auto-rickshaw. Driver of the auto-rickshaw and a worker of the godown to which the explosives were being transported have been arrested. The owner of the godown was absconding. Berhampur Superintendent of Police Dayal Gangwar said that the seized gelatin sticks were manufactured by a firm in Nagpur.
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February - 23 
A People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant, Laishram Angou, was arrested from his residence at Mayang Imphal Bazaar in the Imphal West district on February 23, according to Sangai Express. A PLA sympathizer, Nongthombam Nanao alias Bikram, was also ar
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A People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant, Laishram Angou, was arrested from his residence at Mayang Imphal Bazaar in the Imphal West district on February 23, according to Sangai Express. A PLA sympathizer, Nongthombam Nanao alias Bikram, was also arrested from his residence at Sekmaijin Thongam Leikai in the same district.
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February - 23 
According to Daily Excelsior, two Pakistani militants of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit and an Army personnel were killed and two other soldiers were wounded in a day long encounter during which militants fled from one house to another in populat
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According to Daily Excelsior, two Pakistani militants of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit and an Army personnel were killed and two other soldiers were wounded in a day long encounter during which militants fled from one house to another in populated village of Hasblot and Raina Mohalla in the Thannamandi area of Rajouri district on February 23. The slain militants were identified as Shahid Rasool alias Abu Mavia and Abu Umar alias Khalid while the Army personnel killed was identified as Anant Kumar. One AK-47 rifle, one AK-56 rifle, five AK magazines, 73 rounds, one grenade, two pouches, three mattress sheets, eight diaries and two mobile telephones were recovered from the incident site.
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February - 23 
Assam Police arrested a person, Jiten Tanti alias Jiten Das, served an extortion note worth INR 5 lakh in the name of a ULFA cadre, Ujjal Gohain, to a private nursing home in the Jorhat district on February 23- night. An accomplice of his, however, m
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Assam Police arrested a person, Jiten Tanti alias Jiten Das, served an extortion note worth INR 5 lakh in the name of a ULFA cadre, Ujjal Gohain, to a private nursing home in the Jorhat district on February 23- night. An accomplice of his, however, managed to escape.
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February - 23 
Elaborate arrangements are reportedly being made to prevent smuggling of explosive materials by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to Sri Lanka from Tamil Nadu in the wake of the recent seizure of an LTTE boat with arms and ammunition by Coa
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Elaborate arrangements are reportedly being made to prevent smuggling of explosive materials by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to Sri Lanka from Tamil Nadu in the wake of the recent seizure of an LTTE boat with arms and ammunition by Coast Guard in Nagapattinam and 70 bags of aluminium ingots in Madurai, Additional Director General of Police (Law and Order), K. V. S. Murthy, stated on February 23. Talking to reporters, he said the Police have been geared up and the security over the entire coast has been strengthened. In all the 12 coastal districts, special Police teams have been formed exclusively to look into the smuggling of arms and ammunitions, he added. In view of the recent seizure of explosives, the Centre has given its nod for establishing 12 marine Police stations - the first of its kind in the country - to safeguard the vast coastal belt of Tamil Nadu. These police stations would be equipped with two boats each for conducting patrolling and it would be ready within a year, he further added. Murthy also said the Centre had also sanctioned 40 check-posts in addition to the existing 60 on the coastal areas from Chennai to Kanyakumari. He said the State police were now engaged in finding out the possible landing points of the suspected LTTE sympathizers for smuggling activities.
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February - 23 
Guwhati City Police arrested two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkmen, Jayant Das and Umesh Das, who were later remanded to two days of police custody on February 23, according to a delayed report.
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Guwhati City Police arrested two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkmen, Jayant Das and Umesh Das, who were later remanded to two days of police custody on February 23, according to a delayed report.
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February - 23 
Indian Air Force (IAF) has denied the claim made by Paresh Barua, the 'commander-in-chief' of ULFA, that it carried out air attacks targeting ULFA militants along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, reports Nagaland Post.
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Indian Air Force (IAF) has denied the claim made by Paresh Barua, the 'commander-in-chief' of ULFA, that it carried out air attacks targeting ULFA militants along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, reports Nagaland Post.
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February - 23 
Security forces killed one militant in an encounter at Reshnagri in the Kulgam area of Anantnag district.
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Security forces killed one militant in an encounter at Reshnagri in the Kulgam area of Anantnag district.
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February - 23 
Two police personnel were injured when a police party was ambushed by the militants at Sheen Dhara in the Surankote area of Poonch district.
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Two police personnel were injured when a police party was ambushed by the militants at Sheen Dhara in the Surankote area of Poonch district.
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February - 23 
A bomb exploded in the Mastung town of Balochistan province on February 23-night, without causing any loss of life or injuries, Dawn reported. According to police sources, a home-made bomb planted along the wall of the office of the Public Safety Com
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A bomb exploded in the Mastung town of Balochistan province on February 23-night, without causing any loss of life or injuries, Dawn reported. According to police sources, a home-made bomb planted along the wall of the office of the Public Safety Commission with timer exploded at around 10.30pm (PST). The wall of the Public Safety Commission office collapsed while windowpanes of many nearby houses were destroyed in the explosion.
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February - 23 
A new survey has shown that 86 percent of Pakistanis believe that terrorist attacks on civilians are never justified, while only 46 percent of Americans hold the same view, according to Daily Times. The survey conducted in December 2006 by the Univer
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A new survey has shown that 86 percent of Pakistanis believe that terrorist attacks on civilians are never justified, while only 46 percent of Americans hold the same view, according to Daily Times. The survey conducted in December 2006 by the University of Maryland in the US and four Muslim countries - Pakistan, Indonesia, Bangladesh and Nigeria - showed 74 percent of respondents in Indonesia agreeing that terrorist attacks were "never justified", compared with 81 percent in Bangladesh. As many as 24 percent of Americans said that such attacks were "sometimes justified." According to Christian Science Monitor, public opinion surveys in the United States and Europe show that nearly half of Westerners associate Islam with violence and Muslims with terrorism.
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February - 23 
According to Daily Times, after the recent wave of suicide attacks in Pakistan, a Karachi-based Urdu daily newspaper conducted a survey seeking Fatwas (religious decrees) on suicide attacks. In the survey, clerics from all schools of thought have dec
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According to Daily Times, after the recent wave of suicide attacks in Pakistan, a Karachi-based Urdu daily newspaper conducted a survey seeking Fatwas (religious decrees) on suicide attacks. In the survey, clerics from all schools of thought have declared suicide attacks un-Islamic and forbidden them under the Shariah. They said that killing a non-Muslim without a legitimate cause was against the Islamic way of life. Maulana Ameer Hamza of the Jama’at-ud-Da’awa said that a suicide attack was, beyond doubt, an act of terrorism. He said that someone who kills himself to kill others also "recounts for the sins of those who (he has) killed." The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam’s Hafiz Hussain Ahmed said that since Islam did not permit the killing of innocent people, it was necessary to figure out why suicide bombers went to such extremes. He said that since there was no way of effectively stopping a suicide bomber, the only solution was to eliminate the causes which gave rise to such resentment that people resorted to suicidal tactics. He added that no final Fatwa could be given on the issue, since a suicidal defence strategy was employed by the Pakistani Army at Chawinda to repel an Indian attack during the 1965 war, a strategy that was approved by the religious scholars of the time. However, he said that an Islamic war by an Islamic state could not be compared to the recent wave of suicide attacks that targeted innocent civilians. Former minister and Sunni cleric Dr Mehmood Ahmad Ghazi reportedly said, "A suicide attack was clearly murder and its legality was further called into question by the fact that they occurred in a Muslim state which was not occupied by infidels." Other clerics quoted in the report included Sunni scholars Mufti Muneeb-ur-Rehman and Allama Jamil Ahmed Naeemi and Shia clerics Allama Abass Hussain, Allama Sheryar Aabidi, Allama Shehnshah Naqvi and Allama Ather Mashhadi.
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February - 23 
Daily Times reported that at least five private English medium schools providing co-education remained closed in Peshawar, capital of North West Frontier Province (NWFP), on February 23 after security agencies advised their management to make securit
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Daily Times reported that at least five private English medium schools providing co-education remained closed in Peshawar, capital of North West Frontier Province (NWFP), on February 23 after security agencies advised their management to make security arrangements for themselves. The institutions are reportedly in the grip of rumours that suicide bombers may target private schools that provide co-education. The five educational institutions – the City School, Peshawar Grammar School, Frontier Education Foundation, four branches of the Beacon House School in various parts of the city and a branch of Bloomfield School in the University Town – were closed by their respective administrations after receiving instructions from security agencies that terrorists may target them. "Police have advised the private schools’ management to make security arrangements on the own in the aftermath of terrorist activities," said Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP-Operations) Iftikhar Khan, adding that nobody had threatened the schools.
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February - 23 
Security agencies warned on February 23 that a female suicide bomber in fashionable clothes and sunglasses might target Pakistan Air Force (PAF) installations in Peshawar, capital of North West Frontier Province, to avenge an air strike on a Madrassa
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Security agencies warned on February 23 that a female suicide bomber in fashionable clothes and sunglasses might target Pakistan Air Force (PAF) installations in Peshawar, capital of North West Frontier Province, to avenge an air strike on a Madrassa (seminary) in Bajaur on October 31, 2006. "This suicide bomber will be different from others. This one will not have a beard... it will be a good-looking girl with the aim to avenge the air strike," official sources told Daily Times. Sources said that the would-be suicide bomber would target PAF-run schools and colleges to kill as many male and female students as possible. However, PAF spokesperson Air Commodore Sarfraz Ahmed Khan said "We got no special threat." The PAF might have been selected as a potential target after suspected militants warned earlier that they would attack its facilities in the same manner that "jets took off from Peshawar base to bomb the Madrassa in Bajaur." 82 people, including 12 teenagers, were killed during an air strike that targeted a seminary at Damadola in the Bajaur tribal region.
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February - 23 
At least 15 persons were injured in a clash between the Maoists and activists of the Madhesi Janaadhikar Forum (MJF) at Bhairahawa in the Rupandehi district on February 23-afternoon, Himalayan Times reports. The injured include four Maoists, three MJ
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At least 15 persons were injured in a clash between the Maoists and activists of the Madhesi Janaadhikar Forum (MJF) at Bhairahawa in the Rupandehi district on February 23-afternoon, Himalayan Times reports. The injured include four Maoists, three MJF activists, two policemen and six civilians. The Maoists have reportedly seized 30 MJF activists and 20 tractors used by the MJF to ferry party activists.
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February - 23 
Claiming that an interim government including the Maoists will be in place within a week, Maoist Chairman Prachanda directed the PLA cadres not to leave the cantonments, Kantipur Online reports. He also gave directives to the PLA cadres not to violat
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Claiming that an interim government including the Maoists will be in place within a week, Maoist Chairman Prachanda directed the PLA cadres not to leave the cantonments, Kantipur Online reports. He also gave directives to the PLA cadres not to violate the peace agreement and to stay put at their respective cantonments.
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February - 23 
Maoists and the activists of the Jay Krishna Goit-led Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM) clashed when the Maoists tried to open shops at Sarmujawa bazaar in the Rautahat district, Himalayan Times reports. Six persons, including two local shopkeepe
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Maoists and the activists of the Jay Krishna Goit-led Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM) clashed when the Maoists tried to open shops at Sarmujawa bazaar in the Rautahat district, Himalayan Times reports. Six persons, including two local shopkeepers, were injured in the clash.
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February - 23 
Maoists intervened in a mass meeting organised by the Communist Party of Nepal Unified Maoist Leninist (CPN-UML) in the Rolpa district on February 23, according to Nepal News. A dozen of Maoists led by the district committee member Lok Bahadur Budha
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Maoists intervened in a mass meeting organised by the Communist Party of Nepal Unified Maoist Leninist (CPN-UML) in the Rolpa district on February 23, according to Nepal News. A dozen of Maoists led by the district committee member Lok Bahadur Budha intervened in the meeting and took into control some UML leaders, including UML District Secretary Shant Kumar Oli.
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February - 23 
The United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN), on February 23, revealed that a total of 30,852 People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadres were registered at the seven main and 21 sub-cantonments across the nation while 3,428 weapons were registered in the f
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The United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN), on February 23, revealed that a total of 30,852 People’s Liberation Army (PLA) cadres were registered at the seven main and 21 sub-cantonments across the nation while 3,428 weapons were registered in the first phase of the verification process, according to Kantipur Online. The UNMIN also said that the number of weapons registered falls short of the number purported by the Maoists to have been commandeered from the security forces.
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February - 23 
According to Associated Press, troops found two large bombs planted in an underground drain in the Manthuvil area of the Jaffna district.
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According to Associated Press, troops found two large bombs planted in an underground drain in the Manthuvil area of the Jaffna district.
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February - 23 
Sri Lanka Navy recovered a boat belonging to the Sea-Tiger Wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Baththalangunduwa near Kalpitiya in the Puttalam district on February 23, reports Colombo Page. The boat was one of the four which came
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Sri Lanka Navy recovered a boat belonging to the Sea-Tiger Wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Baththalangunduwa near Kalpitiya in the Puttalam district on February 23, reports Colombo Page. The boat was one of the four which came to attack the Navy a day earlier, a spokesman said. Another boat was burnt down and two others have escaped. Navy said that they recovered the bodies of two Sea-Tiger cadres with a 14.5-mm gun and ammunition and a high powered engine. As reported earlier, SLN destroyed two LTTE boats on February 22 and killed nine of the outfit’s cadres over board.
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February - 23 
The European cease-fire monitors said on February 23 that nearly 4,000 people were killed in Sri Lanka over the past 15 months — compared to 130 deaths in the previous three years, AP reported.
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The European cease-fire monitors said on February 23 that nearly 4,000 people were killed in Sri Lanka over the past 15 months — compared to 130 deaths in the previous three years, AP reported.
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February - 23 
The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) on February 23 withdrew their truce monitors from Vavuniya, due to security reasons, said SLMM spokesman Thorfinnur Omarsson. The withdrawal by SLMM comes a day after the outfit’s warning to resume their armed
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The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) on February 23 withdrew their truce monitors from Vavuniya, due to security reasons, said SLMM spokesman Thorfinnur Omarsson. The withdrawal by SLMM comes a day after the outfit’s warning to resume their armed struggle for an independent homeland. Omarsson said that the local staff has left because of some security issues and they wanted to return together with the foreign staff later.
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February - 23 
Troops at Uralu in Jaffna conducted a search in the old hostel at Jaffna Teachers’ Training School and recovered one T-56 MK II weapon, reported Sri Lanka Army.
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Troops at Uralu in Jaffna conducted a search in the old hostel at Jaffna Teachers’ Training School and recovered one T-56 MK II weapon, reported Sri Lanka Army.
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February - 23 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a Tamil civilian at Koolamarathady in the Trincomalee district on February 23, reports Tamil Net.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a Tamil civilian at Koolamarathady in the Trincomalee district on February 23, reports Tamil Net.
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February - 24 
A Naxalite (left-wing extremist), belonging to the Abujhmad dalam (squad) was killed and a policeman was injured during an encounter at Pedametta village in the Bijapur district on February 24, reports The Hindu. Bijapur District Superintendent of
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A Naxalite (left-wing extremist), belonging to the Abujhmad dalam (squad) was killed and a policeman was injured during an encounter at Pedametta village in the Bijapur district on February 24, reports The Hindu. Bijapur District Superintendent of Police Ratan Lal Dangi told that the police recovered 25 landmines, three hand grenades and one weapon from the encounter site.
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February - 24 
A civil society organization, Mizoram Bru Displaced People Forum, launched a week-long sit-in demonstration in the capital Agartala on February 24, demanding an amicable settlement of the refugee problem, according to Shillong Times. The report added
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A civil society organization, Mizoram Bru Displaced People Forum, launched a week-long sit-in demonstration in the capital Agartala on February 24, demanding an amicable settlement of the refugee problem, according to Shillong Times. The report added that over 30,000 Bru people had to leave their homes in Mizoram due to ethnic clashes in 1997 and since then they have been residing in six camps in Tripura.
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February - 24 
According to Daily Excelsior, terrorists shot dead a police personnel, identified as Mushtaq Ahmad, at Zenimar in the capital Srinagar on February 24.
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According to Daily Excelsior, terrorists shot dead a police personnel, identified as Mushtaq Ahmad, at Zenimar in the capital Srinagar on February 24.
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February - 24 
An ‘area commander’ of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), identified as Krishnadhan Debbarma, was killed in a retaliatory firing by the security force (SF) personnel who were attacked by the militants at Bablabari village under Champaha
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An ‘area commander’ of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), identified as Krishnadhan Debbarma, was killed in a retaliatory firing by the security force (SF) personnel who were attacked by the militants at Bablabari village under Champahaor police station in the West Tripura district on February 24-night. SF personnel recovered spent cartridges and other used materials from hideout of the militants who escaped with Debbarma’s firearms. The report added that Debbarma had been on the run for the past two years.
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February - 24 
An All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militant, Sonaicharan Debbarma, was arrested at South Goklunagar village under Teliamura police station in the West Tripura district on February 24, according to a delayed report. Debbarma was reportedly involved in
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An All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militant, Sonaicharan Debbarma, was arrested at South Goklunagar village under Teliamura police station in the West Tripura district on February 24, according to a delayed report. Debbarma was reportedly involved in the massacre of 15 non-tribal people at Kalyanpur under Khowai sub-division on August 14, 2003.
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February - 24 
At least 15 security force (SF) personnel were killed by militants in an ambush on February 24-morning at Khoirok Lamkai under Sadar Hills, according to The Hindu. Hospital sources said the death toll could increase as the condition of some of the wo
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At least 15 security force (SF) personnel were killed by militants in an ambush on February 24-morning at Khoirok Lamkai under Sadar Hills, according to The Hindu. Hospital sources said the death toll could increase as the condition of some of the wounded is said to be serious. They were coming back from Khoupum, a tribal village, after performing election duty on February 23. Though the SFs retaliated, there was no report of any casualty among the militants.
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February - 24 
The fatalities of the security force (SF) personnel belonging to Indian Reserve Battalion in the ambush at Jouzangtek in the Tamenglong district on February 24, has gone up to 16, according to The Hindu. As reported earlier, at least 15 SF personnel
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The fatalities of the security force (SF) personnel belonging to Indian Reserve Battalion in the ambush at Jouzangtek in the Tamenglong district on February 24, has gone up to 16, according to The Hindu. As reported earlier, at least 15 SF personnel were killed by militants in an ambush on February 24-morning at Khoirok Lamkai under Sadar Hills.
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February - 24 
The power supply to several parts of Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, was disrupted on February 24-night after some unidentified people fired a rocket at the Sheik Mandha grid station near Askari Park, Daily Times reported.
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The power supply to several parts of Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, was disrupted on February 24-night after some unidentified people fired a rocket at the Sheik Mandha grid station near Askari Park, Daily Times reported.
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February - 24 
Three suspected militants were killed at Chichawatni near Multan in the Punjab province on February 24 when the explosives they were carrying on a bicycle detonated, The Hindu reported. Police said that two of the men were from a Madrassa (seminary)
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Three suspected militants were killed at Chichawatni near Multan in the Punjab province on February 24 when the explosives they were carrying on a bicycle detonated, The Hindu reported. Police said that two of the men were from a Madrassa (seminary) that had links with the banned Sunni group Sipah-e-Sahiba Pakistan (SSP).
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February - 24 
In parts of the eastern Terai, activists of the hitherto unknown Chure-Bhawar Unity Society have imposed an indefinite strike demanding declaration of a separate Chure-Bhawar autonomous region.
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In parts of the eastern Terai, activists of the hitherto unknown Chure-Bhawar Unity Society have imposed an indefinite strike demanding declaration of a separate Chure-Bhawar autonomous region.
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February - 24 
Maoists and activists of the Madhesi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) clashed with each other on February 24 in the Rupandehi and Nepalgunj districts, according to Nepal News. A day after they clashed with each other in Bhairahawa, MJF cadres set two buses abl
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Maoists and activists of the Madhesi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) clashed with each other on February 24 in the Rupandehi and Nepalgunj districts, according to Nepal News. A day after they clashed with each other in Bhairahawa, MJF cadres set two buses ablaze in the Marchawar region of Rupandehi district. The buses were reportedly being used by the Maoists to ferry their workers and supporters to Butwal where chairman Prachanda is scheduled to address a mass gathering on February 25, today. In Nepalgunj, Maoists activists reportedly vandalised the venue where a programme was being organised by the MJF. In the ensuing clashes, an unspecified number of people were wounded.
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February - 24 
On February 24-morning, the Maoists clashed with activists of the Nepal Federation of Indigenous Nationalities in Chitwan.
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On February 24-morning, the Maoists clashed with activists of the Nepal Federation of Indigenous Nationalities in Chitwan.
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February - 24 
A senior cadre of the New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP) died on February 24 in Kushtia after five hours of his arrest by the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel, reports Daily Star. The extremist, identified as Bolai Hossain, was arrested from hi
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A senior cadre of the New Biplobi Communist Party (NBCP) died on February 24 in Kushtia after five hours of his arrest by the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel, reports Daily Star. The extremist, identified as Bolai Hossain, was arrested from his house at South Mulgram under Kumarkhali sub-district and was interrogated at the local RAB office.
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February - 24 
On February 24, three soldiers received injuries when troops encountered a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) terrorists at Alankerni in the Jaffna district.
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On February 24, three soldiers received injuries when troops encountered a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) terrorists at Alankerni in the Jaffna district.
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February - 24 
Sri Lankan troops have captured three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bases in the north-eastern region, forcing the outfit’s cadres to flee into the jungles, the Defence Ministry said on February 24, according to The Hindu. "The military had
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Sri Lankan troops have captured three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bases in the north-eastern region, forcing the outfit’s cadres to flee into the jungles, the Defence Ministry said on February 24, according to The Hindu. "The military had to carry out the operation as the terrorists were targeting our camps in the area and risking supply lines… During the past 72 hours, the Army, supported by artillery and mortars, successfully neutralised the three bases," said military spokespersons Brig. Prasad Samarasinghe. The area is near the port city of Trincomalee, which has a major Sri Lankan navy base and serves as an important supply line to the north. However, no casualties were reported, as the LTTE cadres had fled before the troops moved in. Soldiers recovered a large number of roadside bombs, anti-personnel mines, rocket-propelled grenades, assault rifles, mortars and large quantities of ammunition.
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February - 25 
Mizoram Police said that the Hmar People’s Convention-Democracy (HPC-D) was involved in the killing of Isaac L Hmar, son of Laldena, near Berawtlang tourist centre in Aizawl on April 20, 2006, reports Press Trust of India. The motive for the killin
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Mizoram Police said that the Hmar People’s Convention-Democracy (HPC-D) was involved in the killing of Isaac L Hmar, son of Laldena, near Berawtlang tourist centre in Aizawl on April 20, 2006, reports Press Trust of India. The motive for the killing is suspected to be the factional clash among Hmar outfits as Isaac’s uncle is a top leader of the Hmar National Army, which is a strong critic of the HPC-D.
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February - 25 
A ‘chief project officer’ of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), identified as Md. Boynao alias Puleiromba, was shot dead by an unidentified militant at City Hotel in the Dimapur district on February 25, according to Sangai Express.
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A ‘chief project officer’ of the People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), identified as Md. Boynao alias Puleiromba, was shot dead by an unidentified militant at City Hotel in the Dimapur district on February 25, according to Sangai Express.
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February - 25 
A ‘corporal of the A company of the 28 battalion’ of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), identified as Nilakanta Dahotia alias Saroj Gogoi, was arrested from an unspecified place in the Tinsukia district, reports Sentinel. A mobile handset wa
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A ‘corporal of the A company of the 28 battalion’ of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), identified as Nilakanta Dahotia alias Saroj Gogoi, was arrested from an unspecified place in the Tinsukia district, reports Sentinel. A mobile handset was recovered from his possession. Following his interrogation, Army personnel arrested Bichitra Kumar, a correspondent of a vernacular daily from Dirak Chariali, for giving his SIM card to the ULFA.
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February - 25 
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, identified as Naren Kumar Sonia, sustained injuries when suspected valley based militants triggered a bomb explosion at Maharani under Sekmai Police Station in the Imphal West district on February 25,
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A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, identified as Naren Kumar Sonia, sustained injuries when suspected valley based militants triggered a bomb explosion at Maharani under Sekmai Police Station in the Imphal West district on February 25, according to Sangai Express.
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February - 25 
A day earlier, an encounter between two unidentified militants was reported from Tingkai Khullen under Bishnupur police station in the Senapati district.
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A day earlier, an encounter between two unidentified militants was reported from Tingkai Khullen under Bishnupur police station in the Senapati district.
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February - 25 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a civilian, identified as Chhkauri Ganjhu, at Bendi village in the Hazaribagh district on November 25-evening, reports Telegraph. Maoists killed Ganjhu, accusing him to be an informer of the
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a civilian, identified as Chhkauri Ganjhu, at Bendi village in the Hazaribagh district on November 25-evening, reports Telegraph. Maoists killed Ganjhu, accusing him to be an informer of the Jharkhand Prastuti Committee, a rival left-wing extremist group. He was also blamed for some recent setbacks the outfit suffered, especially the killing of Binod Dubey in 2006.
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February - 25 
In the West Tripura district, two All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) collaborators were arrested, while they came to extort ransom worth INR 35,000 from a bottling plant at Kalagachia under Sidhai police station, reports Shillong Times.
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In the West Tripura district, two All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) collaborators were arrested, while they came to extort ransom worth INR 35,000 from a bottling plant at Kalagachia under Sidhai police station, reports Shillong Times.
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February - 25 
In the West Tripura district, two unidentified National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) collaborators were arrested from Kalyanpur and Teliamura police station areas on February 25, reports United News of India.
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In the West Tripura district, two unidentified National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) collaborators were arrested from Kalyanpur and Teliamura police station areas on February 25, reports United News of India.
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February - 25 
On February 25, police in Gaya district killed two Naxalites (left-wing extremists) and injured six others in an encounter in the Bigha-Kharhari Pahari area under Wazirganj police station, reports Patna Daily. Gaya Superintendent of Police Amit Jain
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On February 25, police in Gaya district killed two Naxalites (left-wing extremists) and injured six others in an encounter in the Bigha-Kharhari Pahari area under Wazirganj police station, reports Patna Daily. Gaya Superintendent of Police Amit Jain said that following an hour-long encounter an SLR, two police rifles stolen earlier, a live bomb, hundreds of rounds of live cartridges, one detonator, a cell phone, two walkie-talkie instruments and literature were recovered from the encounter site. While an injured naxalite was arrested, the rest managed to escape.
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February - 25 
On February 25, two National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction, identified as Dinesh Debbarma and Sachindra Debbarma, surrendered before Tripura Police at Radhapur in the South Tripura district.
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On February 25, two National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants belonging to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction, identified as Dinesh Debbarma and Sachindra Debbarma, surrendered before Tripura Police at Radhapur in the South Tripura district.
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February - 25 
Rabia Begum alias “Phoolan Devi” of Cachar, who was arrested by Assam Police for her involvement in the abduction of a child, identified as Shubham Sikdar, confessed during interrogation about the activities a new outfit, Young Muslim Party, set up i
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Rabia Begum alias “Phoolan Devi” of Cachar, who was arrested by Assam Police for her involvement in the abduction of a child, identified as Shubham Sikdar, confessed during interrogation about the activities a new outfit, Young Muslim Party, set up in 2006. Police also arrested two of Rabia’s accomplices, Babul Haque Mazumdar and Sajjadur Rahaman Choudhury. They were suspected of being involved in at least three cases of abduction, including that of Shubham’s, who was released after 10 days of confinement. Rabia reportedly revealed the modus operandi of the new outfit led by Nasirudin, who is reported to be the chief of the outfit as well as Rabia’s paramour. According to police sources, the outfit was operating in the area from Chandranathpur under Katigorah block to Jaraitola in adjacent Borkhola. The outfit comprises about 20 cadres hailing from rural areas of the Cachar district.
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February - 25 
The Strategic Foresight Inc (Stratfor), a United States based think tank, published a report stating that ULFA has given extorted money worth $6 million to political parties in Bangladesh, according to Telegraph. Describing ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’
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The Strategic Foresight Inc (Stratfor), a United States based think tank, published a report stating that ULFA has given extorted money worth $6 million to political parties in Bangladesh, according to Telegraph. Describing ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Barua as “an enormously wealthy racketeer worth approximately $110 million”, the report said that at least 15 election candidates belonging to both the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and the Awami League have received money from the outfit. The report stated that ULFA is “hedging its bets in order to protect its militant and business operations in Bangladesh, should either party win”. The report added that Paresh Barua has business operations throughout India, Bangladesh and the Persian Gulf, “including hotels, consulting firms, driving schools, tanneries, department stores, textile factories, travel agencies, investment companies, shrimp trawlers and soft drink factories”.
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February - 25 
Two All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) collaborators, identified as Jitendra Reang and Gamsai Reang, were arrested from Balarampara areas under Kachucherra police station in the Dhalai district.
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Two All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) collaborators, identified as Jitendra Reang and Gamsai Reang, were arrested from Balarampara areas under Kachucherra police station in the Dhalai district.
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February - 25 
“Police have arrested 40 students and six teachers of Aziz-ul-Aloom, a seminary in Chichawatni,” a police official said, according to Daily Times. “Maulana Alam Tariq, the late Maulana Azam Tariq’s brother, is among the arrested,” he informed. “The s
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“Police have arrested 40 students and six teachers of Aziz-ul-Aloom, a seminary in Chichawatni,” a police official said, according to Daily Times. “Maulana Alam Tariq, the late Maulana Azam Tariq’s brother, is among the arrested,” he informed. “The suspects were members of the Sunni extremist group, Lashkar-e-Jhangvi [LeJ],” police sources said.
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February - 25 
A bomb blast was reported outside a security force’s check post on February 25-morning. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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A bomb blast was reported outside a security force’s check post on February 25-morning. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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February - 25 
A woman and her two children were killed when insurgents fired a rocket at their house in the Kahan area of Kohlu district in Balochistan province on February 25, according to Daily Times. Government officials, however, did not confirm the report.
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A woman and her two children were killed when insurgents fired a rocket at their house in the Kahan area of Kohlu district in Balochistan province on February 25, according to Daily Times. Government officials, however, did not confirm the report.
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February - 25 
Another rocket was fired at the Balochistan Constabulary’s check post in the Khuzdar district. The rocket missed the intended target and landed a few meters away from the check post. No damage was reported.
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Another rocket was fired at the Balochistan Constabulary’s check post in the Khuzdar district. The rocket missed the intended target and landed a few meters away from the check post. No damage was reported.
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February - 25 
Insurgents also blew up a two-foot section of the railway track near the provincial capital Quetta with a powerful bomb. Further, police defused three other bombs found near the blast’s site.
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Insurgents also blew up a two-foot section of the railway track near the provincial capital Quetta with a powerful bomb. Further, police defused three other bombs found near the blast’s site.
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February - 25 
Defending the low weapons count, Maoist chairman Prachanda has refuted allegations that the Maoists have concealed their weapons. Prachanda said that since a large number of their weapons were grenades and home-made bombs, which the United Nations (U
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Defending the low weapons count, Maoist chairman Prachanda has refuted allegations that the Maoists have concealed their weapons. Prachanda said that since a large number of their weapons were grenades and home-made bombs, which the United Nations (UN) did not register as weapons, the total number of their arms was felt to be fewer compared with number of combatants. Prachanda added that many of their weapons were destroyed in fire and were swept away by river during the course of conflict when the state army attacked houses in villages and when they were transporting weapons across rivers.
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February - 25 
Ten persons — six Maoist cadres and four civilians — were injured in a clash between Maoists and civilian population at Belauri Bazaar of Shreepur Village Development Committee (VDC) in Kanchanpur district on February 25-morning, Himalayan Times repo
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Ten persons — six Maoist cadres and four civilians — were injured in a clash between Maoists and civilian population at Belauri Bazaar of Shreepur Village Development Committee (VDC) in Kanchanpur district on February 25-morning, Himalayan Times reports. A group of around 40 Maoist cadres reached Belauri Bazaar to protest the locals’ attack on them at the Belauri-based customs office on February 24.
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February - 25 
The Government has agreed to provide NR 50 million for the management of Maoist cantonments along with a daily allowance of NR 60 to each People’s Liberation Army (PLA) combatant.
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The Government has agreed to provide NR 50 million for the management of Maoist cantonments along with a daily allowance of NR 60 to each People’s Liberation Army (PLA) combatant.
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February - 25 
The Ministry of Local Administration has said that Maoist cadres are preventing collection of revenue and obstructing development works, according to Nepal News. The Ministry further said that the works of awarding contracts, land registration and co
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The Ministry of Local Administration has said that Maoist cadres are preventing collection of revenue and obstructing development works, according to Nepal News. The Ministry further said that the works of awarding contracts, land registration and collection of internal revenue were obstructed in most of the District Development Committees of the country due to the Maoists.
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February - 25 
Healthcare and Nutrition Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva who is on an official tour of Australia is scheduled to meet the Australian Prime Minister John Howard within the next two days to discuss the issue of banning LTTE activities in Australia, ac
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Healthcare and Nutrition Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva who is on an official tour of Australia is scheduled to meet the Australian Prime Minister John Howard within the next two days to discuss the issue of banning LTTE activities in Australia, according to a Ministry media release, Daily News reports.
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February - 25 
LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade targeting a foot patrol in the general area of Velvettithurai in the Jaffna district on February 25, according to defence ministry sources.
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LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade targeting a foot patrol in the general area of Velvettithurai in the Jaffna district on February 25, according to defence ministry sources.
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February - 25 
On 25th February, unidentified assailants shot dead a member of paramilitary ‘Colonel’ Karuna group, identified as Ravichandran Ashok, in the Kaluvanchikudy area of Batticaloa district.
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On 25th February, unidentified assailants shot dead a member of paramilitary ‘Colonel’ Karuna group, identified as Ravichandran Ashok, in the Kaluvanchikudy area of Batticaloa district.
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February - 25 
On November 23, naval troops recovered a cache of arms and explosives abandoned by the LTTE cadres in west of Nilaveli. The cache included four claymore mines, ten Anti- Personnel Mines , fifty detonators, parts of 81 mm mortars, parts of a 12.7
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On November 23, naval troops recovered a cache of arms and explosives abandoned by the LTTE cadres in west of Nilaveli. The cache included four claymore mines, ten Anti- Personnel Mines , fifty detonators, parts of 81 mm mortars, parts of a 12.7 mm anti-aircraft gun, parts of a Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG), two motorcycles, two water plastic shells (500 liters each), and a tractor. Further, on February 25, Muthur Police recovered one T-56 weapon, three hundred and seven T 56 ammunition and five hand grenades belonging to the LTTE from Kattaparichchan.
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February - 25 
President Mahinda Rajapakse stated that the much talked about truce agreement with the LTTE was not a problem in governing the island, according to Xinhua. He said, "I have found the ceasefire agreement not a problem in running the country." Sunday I
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President Mahinda Rajapakse stated that the much talked about truce agreement with the LTTE was not a problem in governing the island, according to Xinhua. He said, "I have found the ceasefire agreement not a problem in running the country." Sunday Island adds the Government believes in a negotiated settlement and that the future talks would not be guided in anyway by the LTTE.
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February - 25 
Sri Lankan security forces reportedly captured four LTTE bases in the Peraru area of Trincomalee district forcing the Tigers to withdraw into the jungles in further north, military said, according to Colombo Page. “The LTTE terrorists have withdrawn
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Sri Lankan security forces reportedly captured four LTTE bases in the Peraru area of Trincomalee district forcing the Tigers to withdraw into the jungles in further north, military said, according to Colombo Page. “The LTTE terrorists have withdrawn to the area north of Trincomalee under severe pressure as a result of the recent limited military operations in the Trincomalee – Peraru area,” military spokesman Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe said on February 25. He said that during these Army operations a well equipped LTTE training camp for 40 cadres was also destroyed. A medical complex fully provided and equipped to accommodate 50 with medical equipment and drugs has also been captured by the troops. The Army has recovered large stocks of weapons and ammunition from the captured LTTE camps, including claymore mines, 81 mm mortars, hand grenades, T 56 assault rifles, anti – personnel mines, RPG bombs, 60mm mortars and bombs, motor cycles and a huge stock of ammunition.
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February - 25 
The body of a Tamil youth, identified as Mariyathas Girithas, was recovered from Palaikudi Junction in the Mannar district by his relatives. According to reports, unidentified assailants had abducted the youth earlier and killed him by inflicting sev
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The body of a Tamil youth, identified as Mariyathas Girithas, was recovered from Palaikudi Junction in the Mannar district by his relatives. According to reports, unidentified assailants had abducted the youth earlier and killed him by inflicting severe wounds to his neck and chest with a sharp instrument.
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February - 25 
United States (US) Ambassador in Colombo, Robert Blake told a foreign news agency on February 25 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cannot be defeated militarily without a parallel political strategy, reported Colombo Page. “We respectf
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United States (US) Ambassador in Colombo, Robert Blake told a foreign news agency on February 25 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cannot be defeated militarily without a parallel political strategy, reported Colombo Page. “We respectfully disagree. The LTTE cannot be defeated militarily without a parallel political strategy to address the grievances of the Tamil community,” US Ambassador in Colombo, Robert Blake told a foreign news agency. “I don't think a military solution is possible without a parallel political strategy. The LTTE has significant capability to attack, using terrorist means. We should not underestimate that. I think there would be costs (to pay) to a military strategy. The most important thing in our view is to come up with a credible (political) process,” Blake said.
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February - 26 
A suspected militant, identified as Mohammed Shafi, a resident of Tral in the Pulwama district, was arrested from the SMHS Hospital in Srinagar.
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A suspected militant, identified as Mohammed Shafi, a resident of Tral in the Pulwama district, was arrested from the SMHS Hospital in Srinagar.
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February - 26 
A suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militant was killed in an encounter with Karbi Anglong District Police near Kaki forest reserve in the Nagaon district bordering Karbi Anglong on February 26-morning, reports Telegraph.
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A suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) militant was killed in an encounter with Karbi Anglong District Police near Kaki forest reserve in the Nagaon district bordering Karbi Anglong on February 26-morning, reports Telegraph.
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February - 26 
According to Dharitri, development activities of the government in forested areas have suffered due to activities by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). On February 26, the Dhenkanal district project director during a meet
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According to Dharitri, development activities of the government in forested areas have suffered due to activities by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). On February 26, the Dhenkanal district project director during a meeting at capital Bhubaneswar mentioned that the District Forest Officer (DFO) was unable to spend the allotted fund of INR 24 Lakhs as the persons in charge of the development activities are afraid of venturing into the forested areas.
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February - 26 
According to Nagalandpost, one unidentified militant of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) was killed in a gun battle with the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) faction at Kumji village u
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According to Nagalandpost, one unidentified militant of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) was killed in a gun battle with the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) faction at Kumji village under Noneh sub division in the Tamenglong district on November 26. The NSCN-IM group further claimed that two other cadres of the NSCN-K were injured during the clash. Three bags containing six uniforms belonging to the NSCN-K and four AK series rifle accessories were recovered by the NSCN-IM cadres.
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February - 26 
At least eight militants belonging to National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) reportedly defected to rival Naga National Council (NNC), according to a delayed report. The report added that the defected militants also deposited th
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At least eight militants belonging to National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) reportedly defected to rival Naga National Council (NNC), according to a delayed report. The report added that the defected militants also deposited three AK-47 rifles, two M20 pistols, one M16 rifle, one M21 rifle, four Chinese grenades and a large quantity of ammunition to the NNC militants.
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February - 26 
Militants belonging to the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) shot at and wounded an ‘impostor’, identified as Ningthou-jam Malemkhomba, at Uripok Ahanthem Leikai Babu-thong in the Imphal West district on February 26, reports Sangai
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Militants belonging to the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) shot at and wounded an ‘impostor’, identified as Ningthou-jam Malemkhomba, at Uripok Ahanthem Leikai Babu-thong in the Imphal West district on February 26, reports Sangai Express.
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February - 26 
Militants intruded into the house of one Sheeraz Ahmed Mir at Ahloora Shopian in the Pulwama district and wounded him.
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Militants intruded into the house of one Sheeraz Ahmed Mir at Ahloora Shopian in the Pulwama district and wounded him.
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February - 26 
Official sources said that Anantnag Police seized a Maruti car and recovered an improvised explosive device weighing 15 kilograms, which had been planted in a bucket and tied to a 5-kilogram LPG cylinder.
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Official sources said that Anantnag Police seized a Maruti car and recovered an improvised explosive device weighing 15 kilograms, which had been planted in a bucket and tied to a 5-kilogram LPG cylinder.
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February - 26 
SFs also killed a militant of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), identified as Mohammad Iqbal alias Bala of Pakistan, during an encounter at Gujjarpatti Chandigam in the Kupwara district. However, three of his associates reportedly managed to escape from th
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SFs also killed a militant of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), identified as Mohammad Iqbal alias Bala of Pakistan, during an encounter at Gujjarpatti Chandigam in the Kupwara district. However, three of his associates reportedly managed to escape from the incident site. Superintendent of Police (Kupwara), Vijay Kumar, confirmed the death of one militant and claimed that he was a body guard of the Jaish ‘commander’ Pasha. He said that one AK-56 rifle, one mobile phone, one wireless set and INR 10,000 were recovered from the possession of the slain militant.
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February - 26 
Sources added that SFs seized a parked three-wheeler near St Joseph Higher Secondary School in Baramulla town and recovered an IED and explosive material with a pressure cooker and a mobile phone from it.
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Sources added that SFs seized a parked three-wheeler near St Joseph Higher Secondary School in Baramulla town and recovered an IED and explosive material with a pressure cooker and a mobile phone from it.
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February - 26 
Two cadres belonging to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested by the West Midnapore district police from Bankura on February 26, reports The Hindu. The arrested extremists, identified as Prasanta Nath from Murshidabad distric
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Two cadres belonging to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested by the West Midnapore district police from Bankura on February 26, reports The Hindu. The arrested extremists, identified as Prasanta Nath from Murshidabad district and Basudeb Tarafdar of Basirhat in North 24 Parganas district, are suspected to be involved in various activities in the Salboni, Goaltor and other police station areas of West Midnapore district including the killing of a leader of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M).
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February - 26 
On February 26-night, a bomb exploded near the house of the Mastung DCO.
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On February 26-night, a bomb exploded near the house of the Mastung DCO.
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February - 26 
The main railway track near Dera Murad Jamali was blown up late on February 26-night, severing rail link between Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, and rest of the country for a second time in 24 hours, according to Dawn. "At least three feet o
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The main railway track near Dera Murad Jamali was blown up late on February 26-night, severing rail link between Quetta, capital of Balochistan province, and rest of the country for a second time in 24 hours, according to Dawn. "At least three feet of the rail track near village Sona Khan Bugti was blown up when an explosive device went off," said Nasirabad District Police Officer Qazi Hussain Ahmad.
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February - 26 
An activist of Madhesi Janadhikar Forum (MJF), identified as Jille Ram Yadav, who was injured during a clash with Maoist cadres near Khairapur in Bardiya district on February 25, succumbed to his injury on February 26, Nepal News reports.
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An activist of Madhesi Janadhikar Forum (MJF), identified as Jille Ram Yadav, who was injured during a clash with Maoist cadres near Khairapur in Bardiya district on February 25, succumbed to his injury on February 26, Nepal News reports.
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February - 26 
Maoist Spokesperson Krishna Bahadur Mahara, on February 26, proposed to hand over command of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) to the Government, Kantipuronline reports. Mahara said, as it is the Government's responsibility to feed Maoist cadres; th
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Maoist Spokesperson Krishna Bahadur Mahara, on February 26, proposed to hand over command of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) to the Government, Kantipuronline reports. Mahara said, as it is the Government's responsibility to feed Maoist cadres; they should be under Government’s command too.
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February - 26 
A suspected cadre of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), identified as Shajahan Ali, was killed by his rivals at Jagannathpur village in Chatmohor sub-district of Pabna on February 26, reports Daily Star. Police sources said that the killed ext
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A suspected cadre of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), identified as Shajahan Ali, was killed by his rivals at Jagannathpur village in Chatmohor sub-district of Pabna on February 26, reports Daily Star. Police sources said that the killed extremist was abducted from his house and was shot dead.
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February - 26 
The Bangladesh government will promulgate an anti-terrorism ordinance to hold trial for criminal offences within six months through special tribunals, reports Daily Star. As per the report, the law ministry has already drafted the Anti-Terrorism Ordi
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The Bangladesh government will promulgate an anti-terrorism ordinance to hold trial for criminal offences within six months through special tribunals, reports Daily Star. As per the report, the law ministry has already drafted the Anti-Terrorism Ordinance 2007 that defines terrorists, terrorist acts, terrorist organisations and prescribes punishments including death sentence and life imprisonment. Unidentified sources quoting from the draft ordinance said that the government will temporarily forfeit wealth of criminals charged with non-bailable offences and the forfeiture will continue in case of their conviction by court. The draft ordinance is scheduled to be finalised at a high level meeting headed by the Law Adviser Mainul Hosein on February 27 (today).
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February - 26 
During the subsequent search operation in Velvettithurai area, troops recovered one hand grenade and one push bicycle, abandoned by terrorists.
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During the subsequent search operation in Velvettithurai area, troops recovered one hand grenade and one push bicycle, abandoned by terrorists.
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February - 26 
Unidentified armed men shot dead two police constables, identified as Vickremasinghe and Seniveratne, on February 26 evening at Muthalikkulam in Vavuniya district, according to pro-LTTE Tamilnet. However, police claimed that Liberation Tigers of Tami
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Unidentified armed men shot dead two police constables, identified as Vickremasinghe and Seniveratne, on February 26 evening at Muthalikkulam in Vavuniya district, according to pro-LTTE Tamilnet. However, police claimed that Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) pistol group cadres were involved in the killing of the constables.
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February - 27 
A powerful bomb exploded at Teli-para along the National Highway 31 under Gouripur police station in the Dhubri district on February 27-night, according to Telegraph. Further details in the incident were not reported.
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A powerful bomb exploded at Teli-para along the National Highway 31 under Gouripur police station in the Dhubri district on February 27-night, according to Telegraph. Further details in the incident were not reported.
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February - 27 
A security force (SF) personnel belonging to Indian Reserve Battalion, identified as Pebam Premkumar, was shot dead by an unidentified militant near Imphal College under Singjamei Police Station in the Imphal East district on February 27, reports San
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A security force (SF) personnel belonging to Indian Reserve Battalion, identified as Pebam Premkumar, was shot dead by an unidentified militant near Imphal College under Singjamei Police Station in the Imphal East district on February 27, reports Sangai Express. The report added that the slain SF personnel was a former cadre of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF).
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February - 27 
An illegal ammunition-manufacturing unit has been unearthed in Ghaziabad by the Crime Branch of the Delhi police, reports The Hindu. A middle-aged man, identified as Irshad Ali was arrested and 175 live rounds of .315 bore, raw material and some equi
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An illegal ammunition-manufacturing unit has been unearthed in Ghaziabad by the Crime Branch of the Delhi police, reports The Hindu. A middle-aged man, identified as Irshad Ali was arrested and 175 live rounds of .315 bore, raw material and some equipment were recovered from the unit.
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February - 27 
Assam Tea Planters’ Association and the Golaghat-based North Eastern Tea Association separately petitioned Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi for protection from extortionist outfits. The report added that police suspected the involvement of a Karbi militant
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Assam Tea Planters’ Association and the Golaghat-based North Eastern Tea Association separately petitioned Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi for protection from extortionist outfits. The report added that police suspected the involvement of a Karbi militant outfit or the Adivasi National Liberation Army in the February 27 abduction of R.K. Singh and R.P. Sharma, senior executives of Samraipur tea estate, in the Golaghat district.
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February - 27 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed four police personnel and blew up railway tracks at two places in Bihar's Lakhisarai district on February 27 (today), reports The Hindu. Police sources said that the Maoists attacked a camp o
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed four police personnel and blew up railway tracks at two places in Bihar's Lakhisarai district on February 27 (today), reports The Hindu. Police sources said that the Maoists attacked a camp of Bihar Military Police at Khaira village and killed four policemen besides wounding three others. The extremists decamped with one carbine, three self-loading rifles and ammunition.
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February - 27 
In a late night gun-battle on February 27, two soldiers of the Rashtriya Rifles and an unidentified militant were killed and a soldier wounded in the Mawar area of Kupwara district, according to Daily Excelsior. Official sources said that the militan
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In a late night gun-battle on February 27, two soldiers of the Rashtriya Rifles and an unidentified militant were killed and a soldier wounded in the Mawar area of Kupwara district, according to Daily Excelsior. Official sources said that the militant killed in the encounter was unidentified though he was believed to be a Pakistani cadre of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). One AK 56 rifle, one mobile phone set, one wireless set, three AK magazines, one pouch, one Global Positioning System (GPS), six mobile phone chargers, one Walkman, six rucksacks and some ration were recovered from the slain militant. Officials admitted that five to seven militants of the group had managed to escape. The two soldiers killed in the gun-battle were identified as Tarsem Singh and Patil Bhagwat Vishwanath.
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February - 27 
Khursheed Ahmad Sofi, who was shot at and injured by militants at Wagoora village in the Baramulla district last week, succumbed to his injuries at SHMS Hospital in the capital Srinagar on February 27.
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Khursheed Ahmad Sofi, who was shot at and injured by militants at Wagoora village in the Baramulla district last week, succumbed to his injuries at SHMS Hospital in the capital Srinagar on February 27.
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February - 27 
On February 27, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) detonated an explosion targeting an under-construction building of the state tourism department at Madhuvan of Giridih district. District police superintendent Arun Kumar told
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On February 27, cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) detonated an explosion targeting an under-construction building of the state tourism department at Madhuvan of Giridih district. District police superintendent Arun Kumar told PTI that a group of 35 Maoists dragged the caretaker and his wife out after tying their hands and feet. There was no casualty in the explosion which damaged the interior of the building.
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February - 27 
On February 27, the Maoists blasted the railway track near the eastern cabin of Dhanauri station on Kiul-Jamalpur section of Eastern Railway. They also uprooted the track at Urain station in a stretch of about 10 metres. Several trains were stranded
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On February 27, the Maoists blasted the railway track near the eastern cabin of Dhanauri station on Kiul-Jamalpur section of Eastern Railway. They also uprooted the track at Urain station in a stretch of about 10 metres. Several trains were stranded due to the blasts.
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February - 27 
One National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant, identified as Uewrethong, was killed and two others sustained injuries during a factional clash with the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militan
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One National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant, identified as Uewrethong, was killed and two others sustained injuries during a factional clash with the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants at Khukiye-Lukhaiyi village in the Zunheboto district on February 27, according to Nagaland Post.
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February - 27 
Police foiled a militant plan to smuggle out arms and ammunition from Sopore to Srinagar when they seized a vehicle and arrested its driver. One AK-47 rifle, UBGL-15, an AK magazine, 25 AK rounds, and one UBGL thrower were recovered from the vehicle.
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Police foiled a militant plan to smuggle out arms and ammunition from Sopore to Srinagar when they seized a vehicle and arrested its driver. One AK-47 rifle, UBGL-15, an AK magazine, 25 AK rounds, and one UBGL thrower were recovered from the vehicle.
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February - 27 
SF personnel belonging to 22 Maratha Light Infantry along with Imphal East Police commandos arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as Laishram Angou Singh, during a search operation at Mayang Imphal, according to a delayed rep
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SF personnel belonging to 22 Maratha Light Infantry along with Imphal East Police commandos arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as Laishram Angou Singh, during a search operation at Mayang Imphal, according to a delayed report. The report added that based on the confession of the arrested militant, another cadre of the outfit, identified as Nongthom-bam Nanao Singh alias Bikram, was arrested in the same district.
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February - 27 
Tura Police arrested a gang of extortionists, including two identified as Neville Ch. Sangma and John Sapler D. Shira, who were involved in extraction of ransom from businessmen and traders from Tura market in the West Garo Hills district in guise of
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Tura Police arrested a gang of extortionists, including two identified as Neville Ch. Sangma and John Sapler D. Shira, who were involved in extraction of ransom from businessmen and traders from Tura market in the West Garo Hills district in guise of Achik National Liberation Front (ANLF) militants on February 27-night, according to Shillong Times. A scooter and a computer were recovered from their possession.
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February - 27 
Two cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed during an encounter with the security forces (SFs) at Khan Sodal village in the Handwara area of Kupwara district on February 27, according to Daily Excelsior. Superintendent of Police (Handwara), H
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Two cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed during an encounter with the security forces (SFs) at Khan Sodal village in the Handwara area of Kupwara district on February 27, according to Daily Excelsior. Superintendent of Police (Handwara), Haseeb Mughal, said that two AK-56 rifles, one UBGL, four hand grenades, one Kenwood wireless set and a Nokia mobile phone set with SIM (no. 9419954173), were recovered from the encounter site.
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February - 27 
Two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants escaped from the Lucknow district and sessions court campus on February 27, reports The Hindu. Maqsood Ahmed and Mohd Saeed, both Pakistani nationals, were detained under the Prevention of Terrorist Act (POTA), for
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Two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants escaped from the Lucknow district and sessions court campus on February 27, reports The Hindu. Maqsood Ahmed and Mohd Saeed, both Pakistani nationals, were detained under the Prevention of Terrorist Act (POTA), for their involvement in the 2001 attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp in Delhi. According to the report, both the militants had sought permission to go to the toilet before being produced in the court. As they emerged from the toilet one of the LeT cadres, armed with a pistol, fired in the air and subsequently both escaped. A sub-inspector and two constables who accompanied the LeT militants from the prison to the court, have been placed under suspension and a criminal case has been registered against them.
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February - 27 
Two senior executives of Shyamraipore Tea Estate were abducted by unidentified militants from their residence in the Golaghat district on February 27, according to Sentinel. Further details of the incident are not reported.
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Two senior executives of Shyamraipore Tea Estate were abducted by unidentified militants from their residence in the Golaghat district on February 27, according to Sentinel. Further details of the incident are not reported.
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February - 27 
A militant was killed and his accomplice wounded during a clash with police at Tank in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on February 27 after a gang had taken away the city’s fire engine from Wazirabad locality, according to Dawn. Witnesses sai
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A militant was killed and his accomplice wounded during a clash with police at Tank in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) on February 27 after a gang had taken away the city’s fire engine from Wazirabad locality, according to Dawn. Witnesses said three police personnel were injured when the militants hurled a hand grenade on them.
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February - 27 
According to Dawn, a grenade was hurled at the home of the Kalat District Coordination Officer (DCO) on February 27. However, the grenade exploded in the backyard of the house and caused no damage.
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According to Dawn, a grenade was hurled at the home of the Kalat District Coordination Officer (DCO) on February 27. However, the grenade exploded in the backyard of the house and caused no damage.
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February - 27 
Al Qaeda is re-establishing training camps in Pakistan’s tribal areas along the border with Afghanistan and Osama bin Laden and his deputy Ayman al-Zwahiri are probably there too, the new US intelligence chief said on February 27, according to AFP. "
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Al Qaeda is re-establishing training camps in Pakistan’s tribal areas along the border with Afghanistan and Osama bin Laden and his deputy Ayman al-Zwahiri are probably there too, the new US intelligence chief said on February 27, according to AFP. "To the best of our knowledge the senior leadership [of Al Qaeda], number one and number two, are there," retired admiral Michael McConnell, the new Director of National Intelligence, told a Congressional hearing.
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February - 27 
At least two American states have clamped restrictions on a Pakistani bank on terror finance-related suspicions, according to Daily Times. "Two US states have restricted this bank from dealing in transactions in foreign exchange, transfers of credits
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At least two American states have clamped restrictions on a Pakistani bank on terror finance-related suspicions, according to Daily Times. "Two US states have restricted this bank from dealing in transactions in foreign exchange, transfers of credits to foreign banks and importing and exporting currency or securities," sources claimed, without naming the bank or the two US states that have subjected the bank to this action. Asked what had prompted the US states to take this action, the sources said that it was a news report carried by a section of the Pakistani press accusing this bank and others of involvement in terrorist money transfers from the UK. According to the press reports, UK-based charities had allegedly transferred funds through this bank’s branch in Pakistan occupied Kashmir, and this money landed in the hands of alleged terrorists who helped finance the UK-bombing plot in 2006.
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February - 27 
Director of United States National Intelligence Mike McConnell told the Senate Armed Services Committee on February 27 that Al Qaeda and the Taliban maintain "critical sanctuaries" in Pakistan's northwestern tribal regions bordering Afghanistan, repo
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Director of United States National Intelligence Mike McConnell told the Senate Armed Services Committee on February 27 that Al Qaeda and the Taliban maintain "critical sanctuaries" in Pakistan's northwestern tribal regions bordering Afghanistan, reports IANS. He said that while 75 percent of Al-Qaida's leadership has been killed or captured, a new generation of terrorists is training in Iraq, the Afghanistan-Pakistan border region and East Africa. Criticising Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf for making agreements with local tribal leaders who since have allowed the Taliban and Al Qaeda to regroup, McConnell said, "The president of Pakistan believed that he could be more effective by signing this peace agreement. And in our point of view, capabilities of Al Qaeda for training and so on increased." He added, "We believe (Pakistan) could do more."
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February - 27 
In Balochistan, a bomb explosion was reported from the Mastung town on February 27-night. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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In Balochistan, a bomb explosion was reported from the Mastung town on February 27-night. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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February - 27 
In NWFP, a police station was partially damaged in a rocket attack at Bannu in the early hours of February 27, Daily Times reported. However, no casualties were reported. "The Mandan police station was attacked the night between Sunday and Monday," s
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In NWFP, a police station was partially damaged in a rocket attack at Bannu in the early hours of February 27, Daily Times reported. However, no casualties were reported. "The Mandan police station was attacked the night between Sunday and Monday," said police officials.
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February - 27 
Police arrested at least 15 suspects in connection with a rocket attack in which a grid station along the Quetta-Chaman road was destroyed on February 25. The Quetta Electricity Supply Company reportedly suffered a loss of around PKR 30 million in th
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Police arrested at least 15 suspects in connection with a rocket attack in which a grid station along the Quetta-Chaman road was destroyed on February 25. The Quetta Electricity Supply Company reportedly suffered a loss of around PKR 30 million in the attack as power supply to six of 13 feeders was suspended.
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February - 27 
Security forces captured a high-ranking Taliban leader, Mullah Obaidullah Akhund in Quetta, capital of Balochistan, reports Daily Times. An unidentified security official said that Akhund, the third most senior member of the Taliban’s 10-member leade
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Security forces captured a high-ranking Taliban leader, Mullah Obaidullah Akhund in Quetta, capital of Balochistan, reports Daily Times. An unidentified security official said that Akhund, the third most senior member of the Taliban’s 10-member leadership council, was arrested late on February 27, hours after a visit to Pakistan by United States Vice-President Dick Cheney. The head of the Interior Ministry’s Crisis Management Unit, retired Brigadier Javed Iqbal Cheema, however, denied that Akhund had been detained.
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February - 27 
In another clash between Maoists and the MJF cadres at Puraini Village Development Committee (VDC) in the Banke district, a teenager boy, identified as Khohade Kori, was killed on February 27-afternoon, Kantipuronline reports. Nepal News adds that 10
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In another clash between Maoists and the MJF cadres at Puraini Village Development Committee (VDC) in the Banke district, a teenager boy, identified as Khohade Kori, was killed on February 27-afternoon, Kantipuronline reports. Nepal News adds that 10 activists of MJF and 17 cadres of Maoists also were injured in the incident.
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February - 27 
One Madhesi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) activist, identified as Koili Kori, who was injured in the clash with the Maoists at Puraini Village Development Committee (VDC) area in the Banke district, succumbed to his injuries on February 27, Kantipuronline r
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One Madhesi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) activist, identified as Koili Kori, who was injured in the clash with the Maoists at Puraini Village Development Committee (VDC) area in the Banke district, succumbed to his injuries on February 27, Kantipuronline reports.
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February - 27 
A civilian, identified as Naina Lebbe Casim, was found dead on February 27 at Akkaraipattu in Amparai district with injuries on the body, Tamil Net reports. On the same day, another civilian, identified as Selvarasa Sivanathan, was found dead on Thal
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A civilian, identified as Naina Lebbe Casim, was found dead on February 27 at Akkaraipattu in Amparai district with injuries on the body, Tamil Net reports. On the same day, another civilian, identified as Selvarasa Sivanathan, was found dead on Thalavai-Punnaicholai road in the Batticaloa district.
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February - 27 
Daily News report that the Ambassador of Italy Pio Miriani and the USA Ambassador Robert Blake were injured in the LTTE’s mortar firing, on February 27 targeting an air movement carrying Disaster Management Minister Mahinda Samarasinghe along with fe
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Daily News report that the Ambassador of Italy Pio Miriani and the USA Ambassador Robert Blake were injured in the LTTE’s mortar firing, on February 27 targeting an air movement carrying Disaster Management Minister Mahinda Samarasinghe along with few foreign diplomats in Batticaloa.
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February - 27 
LTTE cadres launched a mortar attack targeting an air movement carrying Minister of Disaster Management and Human Rights Mahinda Samarasinghe along with few foreign diplomats on February 27 (today) morning, reports Daily News. Defence sources said th
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LTTE cadres launched a mortar attack targeting an air movement carrying Minister of Disaster Management and Human Rights Mahinda Samarasinghe along with few foreign diplomats on February 27 (today) morning, reports Daily News. Defence sources said that the mortars were launched as the two helicopters landed at the Webber stadium in the Batticaloa town. Sources further said that Minister suffered no injuries in the attack. However, few people including a foreign diplomat were injured.
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February - 27 
Sri Lankan Navy (SLN) sank two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) boats in the North off Pulmoddai coast that had tried to sail southward to target naval craft and installations, and killed at least 16 LTTE cadres on February 27-night, Associate
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Sri Lankan Navy (SLN) sank two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) boats in the North off Pulmoddai coast that had tried to sail southward to target naval craft and installations, and killed at least 16 LTTE cadres on February 27-night, Associated Press reports. Two SLN personnel were injured in the confrontation, Associated Free Press adds.
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February - 28 
A civilian, Ningthoujam Malem-khomba, who was shot at and wounded by a suspected People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant at Uripok Ahan-them Leikai on February 26, succumbed to his injuries at Shija Hospital in the Imphal West di
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A civilian, Ningthoujam Malem-khomba, who was shot at and wounded by a suspected People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant at Uripok Ahan-them Leikai on February 26, succumbed to his injuries at Shija Hospital in the Imphal West district on February 28, reports Imphal Free Press.
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February - 28 
Assam Chief Minister said that there can be no compromise on the issue of sovereignty while negotiating with the ULFA. Speaking during the debate on the Governor’s Address in the State Legislative Assembly on February 28, Chief Minister mentioned, "W
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Assam Chief Minister said that there can be no compromise on the issue of sovereignty while negotiating with the ULFA. Speaking during the debate on the Governor’s Address in the State Legislative Assembly on February 28, Chief Minister mentioned, "What will be achieved by discussing an issue which is non-negotiable? It will be sheer wastage of time. Ulfa also knows well that no government, which has taken an oath to uphold and protect the Constitution, can accept such a demand. It’s only a delaying tactics."
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February - 28 
Assam Rifles personnel arrested a self-styled ‘lieutenant’ of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), identified as R.H. Tangkhul, during a search operation at an unspecified place in the Cachar district bordering North Cach
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Assam Rifles personnel arrested a self-styled ‘lieutenant’ of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), identified as R.H. Tangkhul, during a search operation at an unspecified place in the Cachar district bordering North Cachar Hills on February 28-night, reports Telegraph. INR 41, 000 was recovered from the arrested militant.
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February - 28 
During the post election-result violence, the chiefs of Tuchamphai, Mongjang and Lhungjang villages in the Senapati district were abducted on February 28, reports Imphal Free Press. Police suspected the involvement of the Kuki National Army (KNA) cad
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During the post election-result violence, the chiefs of Tuchamphai, Mongjang and Lhungjang villages in the Senapati district were abducted on February 28, reports Imphal Free Press. Police suspected the involvement of the Kuki National Army (KNA) cadres.
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February - 28 
In the State, a suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Mrinal Rai, was arrested by security force (SF) personnel during a search operation at Chanderpara in the Kokrajhar district.
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In the State, a suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant, Mrinal Rai, was arrested by security force (SF) personnel during a search operation at Chanderpara in the Kokrajhar district.
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February - 28 
Police and Special Operations Group (SOG) shot dead, Abu Talha, a ‘district commander’ of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), who was plotting fidayeen (suicide) attacks at Governor’s House and State Legislators hostel in Jammu, in an encounter at village Saf
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Police and Special Operations Group (SOG) shot dead, Abu Talha, a ‘district commander’ of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), who was plotting fidayeen (suicide) attacks at Governor’s House and State Legislators hostel in Jammu, in an encounter at village Safian in foothills of Bala Sundri temple under Billawar police station jurisdiction in the Kathua district on February 28–morning, reports Daily Excelsior. Abu was a Pakistani national operating in Doda, Bhadarwah and Basantgarh. While two of his accomplices, Naseer Ahmed alias Bittu alias Raju and Lateef Bakerwal, were arrested, one police constable was injured in the encounter.
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February - 28 
Police arrested a suspected cadre of Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) and seized seven kilograms of explosives in a raid in Hyderabad on February 28, reports Daily Times. Khalid Korai, a police officer said, “Azimud Din was arrested from a home in Sarfaraz Co
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Police arrested a suspected cadre of Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) and seized seven kilograms of explosives in a raid in Hyderabad on February 28, reports Daily Times. Khalid Korai, a police officer said, “Azimud Din was arrested from a home in Sarfaraz Colony neighbourhood in Hyderabad.”
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February - 28 
A madrassa (seminary) teacher, identified as Akhtar Usmani, was killed by suspected Taliban militants for allegedly spying for the United States and his beheaded body was found in Jandola – a town in Tank, near the border of South Waziristan. Tribal
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A madrassa (seminary) teacher, identified as Akhtar Usmani, was killed by suspected Taliban militants for allegedly spying for the United States and his beheaded body was found in Jandola – a town in Tank, near the border of South Waziristan. Tribal officials aid that the slain teacher had also made recordings of anti-Taliban speeches. Urdu word ‘munafiq’ (hypocrite) was scrawled across his forehead.
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February - 28 
Officials said that five Afghans with suspected links to the Taliban have been arrested during a raid in a hotel in Quetta on February 28. Police official Qazi Abdul Wahid said, “They appeared to be affiliates of the Taliban and we are interrogating
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Officials said that five Afghans with suspected links to the Taliban have been arrested during a raid in a hotel in Quetta on February 28. Police official Qazi Abdul Wahid said, “They appeared to be affiliates of the Taliban and we are interrogating the suspects about their links.”
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February - 28 
Police arrested a suspected cadre of Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) and seized seven kilograms of explosives in a raid in Hyderabad on February 28, reports Daily Times. Khalid Korai, a police officer said, “Azimud Din was arrested from a home in Sarfaraz Co
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Police arrested a suspected cadre of Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) and seized seven kilograms of explosives in a raid in Hyderabad on February 28, reports Daily Times. Khalid Korai, a police officer said, “Azimud Din was arrested from a home in Sarfaraz Colony neighbourhood in Hyderabad.”
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February - 28 
President Pervez Musharraf warned foreign terrorists hiding in Pakistan’s mountainous tribal areas to leave the country or face the consequences. Speaking at a large public gathering at Larkana on February 28 he said, "People come to Pakistan from ou
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President Pervez Musharraf warned foreign terrorists hiding in Pakistan’s mountainous tribal areas to leave the country or face the consequences. Speaking at a large public gathering at Larkana on February 28 he said, "People come to Pakistan from outside – they are living in our mountains and spreading terror not just in Pakistan, but the world over." He added, "These people are endangering Pakistan’s image and its security and should leave, or they will be dealt with."
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February - 28 
A group of around 100 armed men calling themselves members of ‘Madhesi Tigers’ abducted 11 persons from Koshi Tapu area near Bharadawa in Saptari district on February 28-night, according to Kantipuronline.
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A group of around 100 armed men calling themselves members of ‘Madhesi Tigers’ abducted 11 persons from Koshi Tapu area near Bharadawa in Saptari district on February 28-night, according to Kantipuronline.
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February - 28 
Maoists are forcefully collecting donations for their mass meeting to be organised in Dhangadhi on March 2, reports Himalayan Times. They are collecting donations from shop owners, industrialists and vehicles plying on different road sections of the
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Maoists are forcefully collecting donations for their mass meeting to be organised in Dhangadhi on March 2, reports Himalayan Times. They are collecting donations from shop owners, industrialists and vehicles plying on different road sections of the Mahendra highway.
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February - 28 
Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala expressed concern over the vast differences between the number of Maoist combatants and the arms registered and directed the Government talks team with the Maoists to make arrangements to declare the unregistered
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Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala expressed concern over the vast differences between the number of Maoist combatants and the arms registered and directed the Government talks team with the Maoists to make arrangements to declare the unregistered arms as illegal, Nepal News reports.
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February - 28 
Two activists of the Madhesi Janaadhikar Forum (MJF) were injured in a scuffle between Maoists and the MJF activists at Gulariya in the Bardiya district on February 28, Himalayan Times reports.
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Two activists of the Madhesi Janaadhikar Forum (MJF) were injured in a scuffle between Maoists and the MJF activists at Gulariya in the Bardiya district on February 28, Himalayan Times reports.
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February - 28 
An unidentified left-wing extremist was killed during an encounter with the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) members in the Madaripur town on February 28, reports Daily Star. According to RAB sources, following a tip off the Paka Masjid area was raided w
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An unidentified left-wing extremist was killed during an encounter with the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) members in the Madaripur town on February 28, reports Daily Star. According to RAB sources, following a tip off the Paka Masjid area was raided where some extremists were holding a meeting. In the following encounter one extremist was killed while the others managed to escape. A revolver was recovered from the encounter site.
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February - 28 
Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) has been threatening journalist Kanak Rahman, a staff correspondent of the daily Shamokal for writing reports against its activities in the Khulna city, reports Daily Star. The journalist
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Janajuddha faction of the Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) has been threatening journalist Kanak Rahman, a staff correspondent of the daily Shamokal for writing reports against its activities in the Khulna city, reports Daily Star. The journalist has reportedly received several calls since February 28 from an armed PBCP cadre who threatened him of dire consequences. The caller reportedly said, "We are again planning action against our 'class enemies' including journalists."
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February - 28 
SLN blew up an unidentified arms-smuggling ship and killed about 12 of its crew off southern Sri Lanka on February 28.
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SLN blew up an unidentified arms-smuggling ship and killed about 12 of its crew off southern Sri Lanka on February 28.
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February - 28 
The Sri Lankan Navy (SLN) patrol units foiled an attempt by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres to smuggle a cache of arms and explosives in the seas, 185 nautical miles off 'Dondra Point' Matara, on February 28 (today)-morning, accord
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The Sri Lankan Navy (SLN) patrol units foiled an attempt by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres to smuggle a cache of arms and explosives in the seas, 185 nautical miles off 'Dondra Point' Matara, on February 28 (today)-morning, according to defence ministry sources. An LTTE arms trawler laden with a large quantity of high explosives had opened fire at the Naval units, after it failed to confirm its identity after being intercepted by the Navy.
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February - 28 
Three LTTE cadres were killed in a counter-attack by anti-insurgency commandos in Mannar district, according to defence ministry sources.
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Three LTTE cadres were killed in a counter-attack by anti-insurgency commandos in Mannar district, according to defence ministry sources.
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February - 28 
Two youths, identified as M. Vikram and Mansil, were shot dead by unidentified armed men at Ilupakadaivai in Thiriyai of Trincomalee district on February 28, according to pro-LTTE Tamil Net. Separately, a civilian, identified as Ranjan, was shot dead
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Two youths, identified as M. Vikram and Mansil, were shot dead by unidentified armed men at Ilupakadaivai in Thiriyai of Trincomalee district on February 28, according to pro-LTTE Tamil Net. Separately, a civilian, identified as Ranjan, was shot dead by the unknown assailants at the Chavakachcheri Government Hospital in the Jaffna district on March 1.
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*Data till , May 09, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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