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South Asia: Timeline (Terrorist Activities) -2000
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October - 1 
Security forces killed a suspected terrorist of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) in Assam's Nalbari district on October 1.One 9mm revolver with ammunition was recovered from the slain terrorist.
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Security forces killed a suspected terrorist of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) in Assam's Nalbari district on October 1.One 9mm revolver with ammunition was recovered from the slain terrorist.
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October - 1 
A member of the Eelam People’s Revolutionary Liberation Front (EPRLF) escaped an assassination attempt, reportedly carried out by LTTE rebels in Batticaloa town.
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A member of the Eelam People’s Revolutionary Liberation Front (EPRLF) escaped an assassination attempt, reportedly carried out by LTTE rebels in Batticaloa town.
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October - 1 
At Vavunativu, three rebels were killed and five injured during a confrontation with troops. Two soldiers were killed and four others injured during the encounter.
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At Vavunativu, three rebels were killed and five injured during a confrontation with troops. Two soldiers were killed and four others injured during the encounter.
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October - 1 
In a separate incident in Chavaakchcheri, two rebels were killed in an encounter with the troops.
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In a separate incident in Chavaakchcheri, two rebels were killed in an encounter with the troops.
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October - 1 
In Sirippidi, two civilians were injured as the rebels opened fire.
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In Sirippidi, two civilians were injured as the rebels opened fire.
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October - 1 
Official media sources reported that fifteen rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed and another forty-three injured in Eluthumadduval area on October 1 in an engagement with the troops.
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Official media sources reported that fifteen rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed and another forty-three injured in Eluthumadduval area on October 1 in an engagement with the troops.
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October - 2 
A delayed report stated that two trainee terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and one activist of its associate, Jamaat-e-Islami, a socio-religious organisation, were killed during an internecine clash between two factions of the outfit at a training
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A delayed report stated that two trainee terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and one activist of its associate, Jamaat-e-Islami, a socio-religious organisation, were killed during an internecine clash between two factions of the outfit at a training cap in Kotli, Pakistani occupied Kashmir (PoK) on October 2. Six Jamaat activists and one civilian are reported to have sustained injuries during this faction fight. The report added that the conflict erupted after the Amir (chief) of the Jamaat's PoK unit and the Hizb’s 'Command Council' replaced the existing in-charge of the training camp with another Hizb 'commander'.
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October - 2 
A security force statement said that four foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed were killed during an encounter on October 2. The location of the encounter was not specified. Two civilians were reported to have sustained injuries in the encount
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A security force statement said that four foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed were killed during an encounter on October 2. The location of the encounter was not specified. Two civilians were reported to have sustained injuries in the encounter.
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October - 2 
According to the police three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists allegedly involved in the killing of a Catholic priest, were arrested from North Tripura district on October 2. Fr Victor Crasta was killed on July 25 last in an amb
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According to the police three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists allegedly involved in the killing of a Catholic priest, were arrested from North Tripura district on October 2. Fr Victor Crasta was killed on July 25 last in an ambush in the area by the NLFT.
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October - 2 
An Army patrol was attacked by suspected terrorists of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland, Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in Dimapur district on October 2. Army personnel retaliated but no casualty was reported on either side. The army recovered three
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An Army patrol was attacked by suspected terrorists of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland, Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in Dimapur district on October 2. Army personnel retaliated but no casualty was reported on either side. The army recovered three rifles and stores from the spot after the terrorists escaped from the scene.
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October - 2 
Four Pakistani mercenaries were killed during an encounter at Katli Nullah near Samba on October 2. Security forces said that two members of a four-member group, which had infiltrated into India on October 1, were arrested by police and on interrogat
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Four Pakistani mercenaries were killed during an encounter at Katli Nullah near Samba on October 2. Security forces said that two members of a four-member group, which had infiltrated into India on October 1, were arrested by police and on interrogation revealed the location of their hideout. During the raid that followed, the two arrested foreign mercenaries attempted to escape from custody and were killed. The other two were killed during the raid on their hideout.
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October - 2 
In a separate encounter at Palnar in Kupwara district, two Pakistani mercenaries of the Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen were killed.
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In a separate encounter at Palnar in Kupwara district, two Pakistani mercenaries of the Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen were killed.
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October - 2 
In a separate incident at Katlinullah near Samba, four Pakistani mercenaries were killed in an encounter at on October 2.
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In a separate incident at Katlinullah near Samba, four Pakistani mercenaries were killed in an encounter at on October 2.
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October - 2 
In a series of related incidents, two suspected terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, responsible for the massacre of a forest employee and five members of his family on September 29-30 were in turn killed by security forces in an encounter at Majari in
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In a series of related incidents, two suspected terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, responsible for the massacre of a forest employee and five members of his family on September 29-30 were in turn killed by security forces in an encounter at Majari in Poonch district on October 2. One civilian, harboring the slain terrorists in his residence was also killed in the encounter. Earlier, on September 29, the five members of the forest employee’s family were killed at Kangra in the same district, after an abortive attempt to abduct the slain employee's son. Later, on September 30, the forest department employee was killed while returning to his home.
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October - 2 
In another encounter at Panzalpora in Baramulla district, two unidentified terrorists, suspected to be foreign mercenaries, were killed in an encounter. One civilian was injured in the encounter.
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In another encounter at Panzalpora in Baramulla district, two unidentified terrorists, suspected to be foreign mercenaries, were killed in an encounter. One civilian was injured in the encounter.
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October - 2 
On October 2, one Afghan mercenary, suspected to be a member of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, was killed in an encounter at Bhagiot in Poonch district. In the same district, one terrorist hide-out was raided by security forces and some arms, ammunition, rocke
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On October 2, one Afghan mercenary, suspected to be a member of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, was killed in an encounter at Bhagiot in Poonch district. In the same district, one terrorist hide-out was raided by security forces and some arms, ammunition, rockets, and explosive equipment recovered at Barapathar. One terrorist was injured during the raid but managed to escape.
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October - 2 
One security force personnel was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast at Chandipora.
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One security force personnel was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast at Chandipora.
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October - 2 
One terrorist of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami surrendered to security forces during an encounter at Surankote in Poonch district.
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One terrorist of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami surrendered to security forces during an encounter at Surankote in Poonch district.
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October - 2 
One terrorist was killed at Mandi in Poonch district and another at Chingai in Doda district.
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One terrorist was killed at Mandi in Poonch district and another at Chingai in Doda district.
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October - 2 
Rajouri town was the target of a sustained rocket-mortar attack by terrorists on the night of October 2. Security forces suspect that the headquarters of the Romeo Force, a division of the army specializing in counter-insurgency, was the target of th
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Rajouri town was the target of a sustained rocket-mortar attack by terrorists on the night of October 2. Security forces suspect that the headquarters of the Romeo Force, a division of the army specializing in counter-insurgency, was the target of the attack. However, the headquarters was not damaged in the attack.
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October - 2 
The body of one civilian, suspected to be killed by terrorists, was recovered from Kangan in Badgam district.
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The body of one civilian, suspected to be killed by terrorists, was recovered from Kangan in Badgam district.
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October - 2 
Three terrorists, suspected to be foreign mercenaries, were killed in an encounter at Arin in Baramulla district. One civilian was killed and two others injured in the cross-fire during the encounter
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Three terrorists, suspected to be foreign mercenaries, were killed in an encounter at Arin in Baramulla district. One civilian was killed and two others injured in the cross-fire during the encounter
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October - 2 
Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen were arrested by security forces from Jammu City. Security forces suspect that the duo, who were trained in Pakistan, were assigned to strengthen the Hizb network in the city.
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Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen were arrested by security forces from Jammu City. Security forces suspect that the duo, who were trained in Pakistan, were assigned to strengthen the Hizb network in the city.
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October - 2 
A delayed report stated that two trainee terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and one activist of its associate, Jamaat-e-Islami, a socio-religious organisation, were killed during an internecine clash between two factions of the outfit at a training
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A delayed report stated that two trainee terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and one activist of its associate, Jamaat-e-Islami, a socio-religious organisation, were killed during an internecine clash between two factions of the outfit at a training cap in Kotli, Pakistani occupied Kashmir (PoK) on October 2. Six Jamaat activists and one civilian are reported to have sustained injuries during this faction fight. The report added that the conflict erupted after the Amir (chief) of the Jamaat's PoK unit and the Hizb’s 'Command Council' replaced the existing in-charge of the training camp with another Hizb 'commander'.
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October - 2 
The Pakistan government, on October 2, sought a report from its High Commission in India on the visit of a Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) delegation to India. Announcing this, Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider expressed serious concern at the increa
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The Pakistan government, on October 2, sought a report from its High Commission in India on the visit of a Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) delegation to India. Announcing this, Interior Minister Moinuddin Haider expressed serious concern at the increasing anti-Pakistan statements of the MQM leadership. The Minister added that three persons who had been arrested in connection with the recent blasts in Hyderabad and Mirpur had confessed to their links with the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), the external intelligence agency of India.
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October - 2 
According to the police sources, the village chief of Dahya in Kalikot district was shot and injured by the Maoist insurgents on October 2. The injured village chief is also the chief of a committee of victims of Maoist violence.
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According to the police sources, the village chief of Dahya in Kalikot district was shot and injured by the Maoist insurgents on October 2. The injured village chief is also the chief of a committee of victims of Maoist violence.
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October - 2 
A delayed report stated that two assassination attempts made on the life of the Deputy Posts and Telecommunications Minister and Muslim Congress leader, M L A M Hizbullah. He survived the twin attempts made on September 30 and October 2 in Batticaloa
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A delayed report stated that two assassination attempts made on the life of the Deputy Posts and Telecommunications Minister and Muslim Congress leader, M L A M Hizbullah. He survived the twin attempts made on September 30 and October 2 in Batticaloa. A civilian was killed in one of the attacks.
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October - 2 
Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com, reported that two civilians were killed and another injured on October 2, when Sri Lankan Army troops opened fire at the fishing hamlet of Kalmadu in Valaichenai area. Further details were not available.
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Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com, reported that two civilians were killed and another injured on October 2, when Sri Lankan Army troops opened fire at the fishing hamlet of Kalmadu in Valaichenai area. Further details were not available.
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October - 2 
Seven Tamil civilians, including a woman were killed by members of Home Guards, a militia group operating with the security forces, at Poomaraththadichenai on October 2.
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Seven Tamil civilians, including a woman were killed by members of Home Guards, a militia group operating with the security forces, at Poomaraththadichenai on October 2.
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October - 2 
Sri Lankan media sources reported that 14 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in sporadic clashes between the rebels and the government troops in the areas of Jaffna peninsula on October 2. Further details were not avail
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Sri Lankan media sources reported that 14 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in sporadic clashes between the rebels and the government troops in the areas of Jaffna peninsula on October 2. Further details were not available. The LTTE reportedly launched heavy shelling attacks in the Thenmarachchi and Vadamaracahchi sectors of the peninsula.
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October - 3 
In other incidents, two terrorist hide-outs in Poonch district were raided by security forces at Peer Margot Ghati and Barapathar. Some guns, ammunition, explosives, grenades, sophisticated rockets and other equipment were recovered during the raids.
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In other incidents, two terrorist hide-outs in Poonch district were raided by security forces at Peer Margot Ghati and Barapathar. Some guns, ammunition, explosives, grenades, sophisticated rockets and other equipment were recovered during the raids.
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October - 3 
On October 3, four persons were killed in clashes between Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) and the Ranvir Sena, a private army of landlords, at Bareta in Jehanabad district. While one of the slain persons was an activist of the Ranvir Sena,
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On October 3, four persons were killed in clashes between Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) and the Ranvir Sena, a private army of landlords, at Bareta in Jehanabad district. While one of the slain persons was an activist of the Ranvir Sena, the other three were supporters of the PWG.
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October - 3 
On the evening of October 3, two terrorists, identified as natives of Muzaffarabad in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) were killed in an encounter at Duzan in Kupwara district.
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On the evening of October 3, two terrorists, identified as natives of Muzaffarabad in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) were killed in an encounter at Duzan in Kupwara district.
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October - 3 
The General Secretary of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM), Thuingaleng Muviah, said that the outfit is willing to "come close" to India. Speaking in a television programme on October 3, Th. Muivah added the rider that India must "unde
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The General Secretary of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM), Thuingaleng Muviah, said that the outfit is willing to "come close" to India. Speaking in a television programme on October 3, Th. Muivah added the rider that India must "understand the ground realities of history". Elaborating in another TV interview, he accused the Union Government of "deliberately backtracking" on the issue of extension of ceasefire outside Nagaland. He claimed that the Indian Government stand that the existing cease-fire agreement applies only to Nagaland and not to all Naga-inhabited areas, was a new creation and not a part of "our understanding"
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October - 3 
A shop was damaged in a bomb blast in Sialkot district on October 3. No loss of life or injuries have been reported so far. According to official sources two persons have been arrested in connection with the incident.
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A shop was damaged in a bomb blast in Sialkot district on October 3. No loss of life or injuries have been reported so far. According to official sources two persons have been arrested in connection with the incident.
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October - 3 
According to the delayed reports, Maoist insurgents killed one policeman and injured another in another raid at Dunai on October 3. As reported earlier, Maoists had launched an attack in the area on September 25 killing 14 policemen, injuring over 40
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According to the delayed reports, Maoist insurgents killed one policeman and injured another in another raid at Dunai on October 3. As reported earlier, Maoists had launched an attack in the area on September 25 killing 14 policemen, injuring over 40 and abducting 12. The whereabouts of the abducted policemen is still unknown.
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October - 3 
In a separate incident 3 civilians were injured in a grenade attack by unidentified men on an army vehicle at Kasthuriyar road.
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In a separate incident 3 civilians were injured in a grenade attack by unidentified men on an army vehicle at Kasthuriyar road.
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October - 3 
On October 3, four rebels were killed as the troops destroyed a bunker in the Sarasalai area.
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On October 3, four rebels were killed as the troops destroyed a bunker in the Sarasalai area.
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October - 4 
A major haul of explosives, grenades and other equipment was recovered by police on the night of October 4, at Kamaguna, a village in Kutch district on the Indo-Pakistan border. The consignment was abandoned by three persons who brought it from acros
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A major haul of explosives, grenades and other equipment was recovered by police on the night of October 4, at Kamaguna, a village in Kutch district on the Indo-Pakistan border. The consignment was abandoned by three persons who brought it from across the border. Police added that the three persons were arrested and are being questioned.
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October - 4 
Four terrorists were killed in an encounter at Pattan in Poonch district on October 4. Security forces reported that the slain terrorists include Abu Billal, the chief of the main Hizb-ul-Mujahideen unit, 'Pir Panjal Regiment', one local commander of
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Four terrorists were killed in an encounter at Pattan in Poonch district on October 4. Security forces reported that the slain terrorists include Abu Billal, the chief of the main Hizb-ul-Mujahideen unit, 'Pir Panjal Regiment', one local commander of outfit and two other Hizb terrorists.
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October - 4 
In a similar attack on a security force vehicle at Saraf Kadal in the city, one security force personnel and two civilians were injured.
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In a similar attack on a security force vehicle at Saraf Kadal in the city, one security force personnel and two civilians were injured.
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October - 4 
In Anantnag district, one terrorist was killed in an encounter at Kulgam.
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In Anantnag district, one terrorist was killed in an encounter at Kulgam.
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October - 4 
Left wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group burnt down a telephone exchange at Kuntimaddi in Anantpur district on October 4. The Naxalites left a letter at the site of the arson claiming that the attack was carried out to protest the Ka
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Left wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group burnt down a telephone exchange at Kuntimaddi in Anantpur district on October 4. The Naxalites left a letter at the site of the arson claiming that the attack was carried out to protest the Kannampalli encounter in which four PWG Naxalites were killed. This is the sixth telephone exchange that was torched in retaliation to the encounter.
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October - 4 
On October 4, a police officer was killed during an encounter with MCC Naxalites in Lohardagga district.
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On October 4, a police officer was killed during an encounter with MCC Naxalites in Lohardagga district.
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October - 4 
One terrorist was killed in a separate encounter at Saloonia. The encounter was still on when last reports came in.
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One terrorist was killed in a separate encounter at Saloonia. The encounter was still on when last reports came in.
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October - 4 
Police in Delhi announced that a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist was arrested and some explosives seized from his possession on October 4. Police added that interrogation of the suspect revealed that he was trained by the Pakistan Army and the Inter-Ser
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Police in Delhi announced that a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist was arrested and some explosives seized from his possession on October 4. Police added that interrogation of the suspect revealed that he was trained by the Pakistan Army and the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) since 1994 at Attock and Jungle Mangal Camp at Muzafarrabad (Pak-occupied Kashmir), and Khost in Afghanistan in handling of arms, sophisticated weapons and explosives. He was in Delhi to co-ordinate with other Kashmiri terrorists and carry out a series of bomb explosions during the ongoing festival season.
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October - 4 
Security forces arrested a terrorist of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and six collaborators of the outfit from North Tripura district on October 4.
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Security forces arrested a terrorist of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and six collaborators of the outfit from North Tripura district on October 4.
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October - 4 
The body of a civilian, suspected to be killed by terrorists, was recovered from Bandipore in Baramulla district. The civilian was abducted from Katsan in the same district on September 29.
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The body of a civilian, suspected to be killed by terrorists, was recovered from Bandipore in Baramulla district. The civilian was abducted from Katsan in the same district on September 29.
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October - 4 
Two security force personnel and two civilians were injured when terrorists lobbed a grenade at a security force picket at Aloochibagh in Srinagar.
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Two security force personnel and two civilians were injured when terrorists lobbed a grenade at a security force picket at Aloochibagh in Srinagar.
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October - 4 
The Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) on October 4 dismissed the threats of action and charges made by the Pakistani government on the question of MQM leadership making anti-Pakistan statements. Responding to the charges of anti-national activity levell
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The Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) on October 4 dismissed the threats of action and charges made by the Pakistani government on the question of MQM leadership making anti-Pakistan statements. Responding to the charges of anti-national activity levelled by the Interior Minister, on October 3, and threats of taking necessary action against an MQM delegation visiting India, an MQM spokesman said that the outfit was not afraid of such threats. The visiting MQM delegation also criticised the framing of sedition charges on false grounds by the Government.
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October - 4 
A lone soldier was killed and four injured as the rebels attacked the troops in the Kodikamam, Mirusuvil and Eluthumadduvil areas.
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A lone soldier was killed and four injured as the rebels attacked the troops in the Kodikamam, Mirusuvil and Eluthumadduvil areas.
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October - 4 
A Tamil youth was killed by soldiers at Siththandymadu Aaru area.
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A Tamil youth was killed by soldiers at Siththandymadu Aaru area.
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October - 4 
In a delayed report the official media sources stated that four rebels were killed in Ayanankai in an encounter with the troops on October 4. Three rebels had been killed in the same area on the previous day.
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In a delayed report the official media sources stated that four rebels were killed in Ayanankai in an encounter with the troops on October 4. Three rebels had been killed in the same area on the previous day.
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October - 4 
In Puduvelikulam, three rebels were killed in an encounter with the troops.
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In Puduvelikulam, three rebels were killed in an encounter with the troops.
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October - 4 
On the political front, the Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickeremanayake, while addressing a press conference in Colombo on October 4, ruled out any further talks with the LTTE saying that the "stage of talking to the LTTE is over''. News repo
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On the political front, the Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickeremanayake, while addressing a press conference in Colombo on October 4, ruled out any further talks with the LTTE saying that the "stage of talking to the LTTE is over''. News reports have indicated that this statement might imply a shift in government policy vis-à-vis the peace process.
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October - 4 
On the same day the troops killed one rebel at Alathavely.
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On the same day the troops killed one rebel at Alathavely.
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October - 4 
The tamil.net reported that two members of the Razeek Group, a paramilitary group operating as National Guard Battalion of the Sri Lanka Army were shot dead, allegedly by the rebels, on October 4 at Paddiruppu area of Batticaloa district.
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The tamil.net reported that two members of the Razeek Group, a paramilitary group operating as National Guard Battalion of the Sri Lanka Army were shot dead, allegedly by the rebels, on October 4 at Paddiruppu area of Batticaloa district.
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October - 4 
Three members of the Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP), a pro-government ex-militant group were injured in a grenade attack in Jaffna.
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Three members of the Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP), a pro-government ex-militant group were injured in a grenade attack in Jaffna.
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October - 4 
Two policemen were killed and five wounded when the rebels attacked a police station in Batticaloa on October 4.
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Two policemen were killed and five wounded when the rebels attacked a police station in Batticaloa on October 4.
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October - 4 
Two rebels were killed in Maduvil north on October 4.
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Two rebels were killed in Maduvil north on October 4.
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October - 5 
According to the delayed reports, some terrorists of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) shot dead their own ‘tax collector’ in Barpeta district of Assam on October 5 on account of internal infighting.
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According to the delayed reports, some terrorists of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) shot dead their own ‘tax collector’ in Barpeta district of Assam on October 5 on account of internal infighting.
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October - 5 
In a Joint Statement issued on October 5, at the end of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s four-day visit to India, Russia said that cessation of support to cross-border terrorism would enable the start of a composite dialogue between India and Pakis
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In a Joint Statement issued on October 5, at the end of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s four-day visit to India, Russia said that cessation of support to cross-border terrorism would enable the start of a composite dialogue between India and Pakistan. India and Russia have also decided to establish a Joint Working Group (JWG) on Afghanistan to take further measures for fighting international terrorism.. The Joint Statement called for establishing a solid international legal basis for cooperation in combating international terrorism including adopting the comprehensive convention on international terrorism and convention for suppression of acts of nuclear terrorism. The statement added that the growing menace of international terrorism, extremism, ethnic separatism, trans-border organized crime and drug trafficking was a significant threat to international peace and stability. The statement also condemned the states that aid, abet and directly support cross-border and international terrorism. India, in the Joint Statement, expressed its support to the steps taken by Russia in Chechnya in the protection of its territorial integrity and constitutional order
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October - 5 
In an ambush by unidentified terrorists, a security forces convoy was targeted with a land mine on the Tral-Wagad road. One security force personnel was killed and two others sustained injuries.
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In an ambush by unidentified terrorists, a security forces convoy was targeted with a land mine on the Tral-Wagad road. One security force personnel was killed and two others sustained injuries.
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October - 5 
In another incident on October 5 the Army shot dead two NDFB terrorists near Pubrampur village in Nalbari district.
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In another incident on October 5 the Army shot dead two NDFB terrorists near Pubrampur village in Nalbari district.
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October - 5 
In another incident, a security force patrol was attacked by unidentified terrorists with a grenade at Sopore. Two security force personnel and nine civilians were injured in the attack.
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In another incident, a security force patrol was attacked by unidentified terrorists with a grenade at Sopore. Two security force personnel and nine civilians were injured in the attack.
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October - 5 
In Nowgam, Baramulla district, two security force personnel were injured during an encounter with terrorists.
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In Nowgam, Baramulla district, two security force personnel were injured during an encounter with terrorists.
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October - 5 
In Samba, security forces raided a terrorist hide-out and recovered some arms and ammunition.
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In Samba, security forces raided a terrorist hide-out and recovered some arms and ammunition.
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October - 5 
In Surankote, Poonch district, security forces detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device before it could cause any damage.
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In Surankote, Poonch district, security forces detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device before it could cause any damage.
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October - 5 
One foreign mercenary, identified by security forces as a ‘deputy commander’ of Lashkar-e-Toiba was killed in an encounter at Kot Chadwal in Rajouri district on October 5.
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One foreign mercenary, identified by security forces as a ‘deputy commander’ of Lashkar-e-Toiba was killed in an encounter at Kot Chadwal in Rajouri district on October 5.
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October - 5 
One unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter at Solvania, in Poonch district. A second unidentified terrorist was killed in a separate encounter at Chitinand Banak.
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One unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter at Solvania, in Poonch district. A second unidentified terrorist was killed in a separate encounter at Chitinand Banak.
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October - 5 
Six police personnel including, one junior officer, were injured in a landmine explosion triggered by suspected left wing extremists, Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) at Pachri in Bagodar district on October 5.
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Six police personnel including, one junior officer, were injured in a landmine explosion triggered by suspected left wing extremists, Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) at Pachri in Bagodar district on October 5.
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October - 5 
Two Pakistani mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammad were killed in an encounter at Gund-e-Machhar in Kupwara district. One civilian was also killed when he was caught in the cross-fire during the encounter.
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Two Pakistani mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammad were killed in an encounter at Gund-e-Machhar in Kupwara district. One civilian was also killed when he was caught in the cross-fire during the encounter.
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October - 5 
Parties have reacted strongly to the statements made by the Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) during their recent visit to India. The parties drew a parallel between the MQM and the Awami League during the 1971 war. Punjab PTI secretary-general Mian Far
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Parties have reacted strongly to the statements made by the Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) during their recent visit to India. The parties drew a parallel between the MQM and the Awami League during the 1971 war. Punjab PTI secretary-general Mian Farooq said that the MQM should be prevented from making anti-Pakistan statements. Awami National Party senior vice-president Ehsan Wyne said that a repeat of the 1971 situation should be avoided by the political establishment. He also wanted the establishment to consider the grievances of the MQM in a more rational manner and allow them to take part in the political mainstream. Pakistan Awami Ittehad chairman Nawabzada Nasrullah Khan said the issue would be discussed with the top leadership of the MQM in the Grand Democratic Alliance meeting scheduled to be held on October 6.
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October - 5 
Two students of Chittagong University were seriously injured when a group of terrorists attacked them with sharp weapons near the University railway station on October 5. One of the two is said to be in critical condition.
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Two students of Chittagong University were seriously injured when a group of terrorists attacked them with sharp weapons near the University railway station on October 5. One of the two is said to be in critical condition.
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October - 5 
Four rebels were killed in the areas of Ariyalai and Chavakachcheri by troops in separate encounters on the same day.
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Four rebels were killed in the areas of Ariyalai and Chavakachcheri by troops in separate encounters on the same day.
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October - 5 
In the Colombuturai area, a one rebel was killed in an encounter with the troops.
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In the Colombuturai area, a one rebel was killed in an encounter with the troops.
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October - 5 
Independent Tamil news source tamilnet.com reported that twelve people, including a police officer were killed and 44 others were injured in a bomb blast at an election meeting of Sri Lanka's Deputy Minister for Health and Indigenous medicine, Tissa
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Independent Tamil news source tamilnet.com reported that twelve people, including a police officer were killed and 44 others were injured in a bomb blast at an election meeting of Sri Lanka's Deputy Minister for Health and Indigenous medicine, Tissa Karaliyaddea in Medawachchiya town on October 5. He escaped unhurt. The government sources, however, put the figures as ten killed and forty injured. The police suspect a suicide bomber of the Liberation Tiger of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to be behind the attack.
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October - 5 
Official media sources reported that nearly one hundred rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in a joint operation by the Sri Lankan Army, Air Force and the Navy in the Nagarkovil area on October 5. The government troops s
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Official media sources reported that nearly one hundred rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in a joint operation by the Sri Lankan Army, Air Force and the Navy in the Nagarkovil area on October 5. The government troops successfully repulsed the rebel attempt to infiltrate the Nagarkovil defense in the eastern part of the Jaffna peninsula.
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October - 5 
On October 5, three civilians were injured when a military ambulance was attacked by LTTE rebels at Anaipathy area in Jaffna.
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On October 5, three civilians were injured when a military ambulance was attacked by LTTE rebels at Anaipathy area in Jaffna.
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October - 5 
On October 5, troops raided and destroyed a rebel bunker at Ethwetunuwewa in Welioya area and killed three rebels.
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On October 5, troops raided and destroyed a rebel bunker at Ethwetunuwewa in Welioya area and killed three rebels.
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October - 5 
Troops destroyed a long range Artillery Gun and a communication centre of the LTTE at Pooneryn. Seven soldiers were killed while three officers and 29 soldiers were injured in the operation. This attack by the rebels was primarily an attempt to cripp
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Troops destroyed a long range Artillery Gun and a communication centre of the LTTE at Pooneryn. Seven soldiers were killed while three officers and 29 soldiers were injured in the operation. This attack by the rebels was primarily an attempt to cripple the elections in the Jaffna peninsula by entering the Vadamarachchi area.
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October - 6 
A delayed report stated that one Pakistani mercenary was killed in an encounter at Tangagali in Udhampur district on October 6.
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A delayed report stated that one Pakistani mercenary was killed in an encounter at Tangagali in Udhampur district on October 6.
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October - 6 
In another encounter at Dhakikot-Chalwalkui in Rajouri district, one terrorist was killed.
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In another encounter at Dhakikot-Chalwalkui in Rajouri district, one terrorist was killed.
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October - 6 
In another encounter at the Barneli forests in Udhampur district, one terrorist was killed and one security force officer injured.
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In another encounter at the Barneli forests in Udhampur district, one terrorist was killed and one security force officer injured.
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October - 6 
In Baramulla district, one unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter at Tarabal.
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In Baramulla district, one unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter at Tarabal.
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October - 6 
On October 6, a local political leader was killed and his son injured in an ambush carried out by unidentified terrorists at Mughal Maidan in Doda district.
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On October 6, a local political leader was killed and his son injured in an ambush carried out by unidentified terrorists at Mughal Maidan in Doda district.
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October - 6 
One security force personnel was killed and another injured when unidentified terrorists ambushed a security force patrol at Bei Nambal in Rajouri district. One civilian was killed in the crossfire during the encounter that ensued after the ambush.
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One security force personnel was killed and another injured when unidentified terrorists ambushed a security force patrol at Bei Nambal in Rajouri district. One civilian was killed in the crossfire during the encounter that ensued after the ambush.
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October - 6 
Six terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed in an encounter at the Noordung forests in Baramulla district on October 6. One security force personnel sustained injuries in the encounter, which followed after a security force patrol in the area w
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Six terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed in an encounter at the Noordung forests in Baramulla district on October 6. One security force personnel sustained injuries in the encounter, which followed after a security force patrol in the area was attacked by a group of terrorists.
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October - 6 
Two top leaders of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) were arrested in Srinagar on October 6, when they were leading a demonstration. JKLF sources claimed that the Yasin Malik and Javed Mir, chairman and vice-chairman respectively of the o
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Two top leaders of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) were arrested in Srinagar on October 6, when they were leading a demonstration. JKLF sources claimed that the Yasin Malik and Javed Mir, chairman and vice-chairman respectively of the outfit, and six other activists of the outfit were injured in the police action.
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October - 6 
A premier intelligence agency, in its recent report has warned the Punjab government of more bomb blasts. It has listed important cities of the north and central Punjab including Lahore, Sialkot, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala and Gujarat as prone to such at
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A premier intelligence agency, in its recent report has warned the Punjab government of more bomb blasts. It has listed important cities of the north and central Punjab including Lahore, Sialkot, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala and Gujarat as prone to such attacks. According to the report, the acts of terrorism are aimed at creating a law and order problem on the eve of municipal polls in December. Official statistics revealed that 105 persons have been killed in 41 incidents of bomb blasts till date. Punjab province alone has witnessed 21 bomb blasts in which 66 persons have been killed and 320 injured in the past one year. These figures also show that during the current year there have been 17 bomb blasts in Punjab and Islamabad leaving 56 dead and 250 injured. In the last four years, this is the highest number of bomb blasts and loss of life in Punjab. In 1999, 11 blasts killed 35 and left 140 injured; in 1998, 17 blasts killed 37 and left 272 injured; while in 1997, seven blasts accounted for 36 deaths and injured 179.
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October - 6 
Forty one activists and leaders of the Sunni politico-extremist outfit Sipah-i-Sahaba Pakistan were arrested for holding a religious gathering without permission and making provocative speeches at the Jamia Masjid Kutchery Bazaar in Faislabad on Octo
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Forty one activists and leaders of the Sunni politico-extremist outfit Sipah-i-Sahaba Pakistan were arrested for holding a religious gathering without permission and making provocative speeches at the Jamia Masjid Kutchery Bazaar in Faislabad on October 6. This was despite ban orders issued by the administration since the rival Shia politico-extremist outfit Tehrik-i-Jafria Pakistan too wanted to hold a meeting in the same area at the same time. The district administration reported that the SSP organized the conference despite the ban and its leaders made provocative speeches.
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October - 6 
The Mutthaida Quami Movement (MQM), on October 6, refuted reports that they had sought any help from the Indian government. MQM leader Tariq Mir said that they were opposed to the idea of partition of Pakistan and a separate province for the Mohajirs
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The Mutthaida Quami Movement (MQM), on October 6, refuted reports that they had sought any help from the Indian government. MQM leader Tariq Mir said that they were opposed to the idea of partition of Pakistan and a separate province for the Mohajirs. The MQM leadership stated that their goal was to secure the rights of the provinces within the framework of the constitution.
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October - 6 
In a press statement issued in Kathmandu, the Commander, West, of the Maoist insurgents disclosed, on June 6, that an ex-Minister, Reg Bahadue Subedi, and his son abducted on April 14, 2000, were safe. This was the first time that the terrorists shar
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In a press statement issued in Kathmandu, the Commander, West, of the Maoist insurgents disclosed, on June 6, that an ex-Minister, Reg Bahadue Subedi, and his son abducted on April 14, 2000, were safe. This was the first time that the terrorists shared information about the Subedis after they were abducted. The motive behind the abductions is yet not known.
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October - 6 
Official media sources in Sri Lanka reported several instances of heavy mortar attacks by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on troop positions at Eluthumadduval, Ayanankai, Nunavil and Vempatukemi on October 6. Two soldiers were k
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Official media sources in Sri Lanka reported several instances of heavy mortar attacks by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on troop positions at Eluthumadduval, Ayanankai, Nunavil and Vempatukemi on October 6. Two soldiers were killed and 11 others injured in these attacks.
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October - 6 
On the political front, Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga stated, in Colombo on October 6, that there "…is no other alternative but to conclude the war successfully." She added that her government would have preferred to end the war through
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On the political front, Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga stated, in Colombo on October 6, that there "…is no other alternative but to conclude the war successfully." She added that her government would have preferred to end the war through political negotiations but the LTTE had left them with no other alternative. She even cited the example of Norway who has made it clear that the LTTE has no interest in peace at the moment."
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October - 6 
One security force personnel was killed in a rebel ambush at Eravur in Batticaloa area.
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One security force personnel was killed in a rebel ambush at Eravur in Batticaloa area.
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October - 7 
A survey carried out by a private agency Marketing and Development Research Associates in 32 urban and rural locations in four districts of Srinagar, Budgam, Baramula and Anantnag (in Kashmir valley) and Kargil (Ladakh), has stated that 82 per cent o
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A survey carried out by a private agency Marketing and Development Research Associates in 32 urban and rural locations in four districts of Srinagar, Budgam, Baramula and Anantnag (in Kashmir valley) and Kargil (Ladakh), has stated that 82 per cent of the respondents support a ‘Hizbul Mujahideen-type ceasefire’ while 70 per cent want Pakistan to stop supporting terrorism in the valley. The survey also claimed that 74 per cent of the respondents want ‘Azadi’ (independence) while 77 per cent think that the Hurriyat Conference represents the aspirations of the Kashmiri people. Another result indicated by the survey is that while 91 per cent say that Pakistan must be involved in the peace process, 39 per cent believe that a solution to the Kashmir problem lies within the framework of the Indian Constitution.
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October - 7 
Addressing a meeting of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Council in Islamabad on October 7, Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf, while reaffirming Pakistan's unequivocal support to the "cause of Kashmiri people" asserted that "Pakistan is
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Addressing a meeting of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Council in Islamabad on October 7, Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf, while reaffirming Pakistan's unequivocal support to the "cause of Kashmiri people" asserted that "Pakistan is a party to the Kashmir dispute and this dispute could only be resolved with full participation of Islamabad in any future dialogue." He is reported to have also claimed that "…India would not succeed in its nefarious designs to drive a wedge between Pakistan and the Kashmiri leadership". Even while asserting that the Pakistani state would extend all possible political, diplomatic and moral support to the Kashmiri struggle, he claimed that Pakistan cannot be blamed for what was happening in Indian-controlled Kashmir adding, "it is an indigenous freedom struggle and cannot be dismissed as cross-border terrorism."
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October - 7 
Darrang police arrested a self-styled sergeant major of the 7th battalion of the ULFA under Kalaigaon police station on October 7.
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Darrang police arrested a self-styled sergeant major of the 7th battalion of the ULFA under Kalaigaon police station on October 7.
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October - 7 
In a separate incident, a second NDFB terrorist was arrested from Pathakatha.
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In a separate incident, a second NDFB terrorist was arrested from Pathakatha.
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October - 7 
In another incident, the army arrested two ULFA terrorists in the areas of Khoirabari and Mangaldai on October 7.
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In another incident, the army arrested two ULFA terrorists in the areas of Khoirabari and Mangaldai on October 7.
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October - 7 
On the evening of October 7, one Pakistani mercenary was killed in an encounter at Gundi Budhal in Rajouri district.
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On the evening of October 7, one Pakistani mercenary was killed in an encounter at Gundi Budhal in Rajouri district.
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October - 7 
Police recovered the body of an unidentified person from Checknallah-Barnai in Baramulla district. The person is suspected to have been killed by terrorists.
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Police recovered the body of an unidentified person from Checknallah-Barnai in Baramulla district. The person is suspected to have been killed by terrorists.
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October - 7 
Security forces raided a NDFB hideout at Kalbari and arrested one NDFB terrorist.
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Security forces raided a NDFB hideout at Kalbari and arrested one NDFB terrorist.
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October - 7 
The Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) has urged the Union Government to announce an ``unconditional and unilateral cease-fire in Kashmir to create an atmosphere conducive for the peace process to go forward.'' News reports cite this as the fir
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The Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) has urged the Union Government to announce an ``unconditional and unilateral cease-fire in Kashmir to create an atmosphere conducive for the peace process to go forward.'' News reports cite this as the first instance where a mainstream Indian political party, with a base outside the State, has suggested a unilateral cease-fire. Speaking in New Delhi on October 7, a party politburo member said that an " unilateral cease-fire (by the Indian Government) may create an atmosphere of goodwill and confidence among the people of the state who are eager to respond to any positive initiative''. On the same day, in Srinagar, the party's state unit general secretary and state legislator, Yusuf Tarigami told the media that ``India needs to take a bold initiative to save Kashmiris''. He added that India must not compare itself with Pakistan and rather should take " a step forward and initiate a process. If Government of India declares a unilateral ceasefire, it is bound to create an atmosphere of goodwill and confidence''.
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October - 7 
Two Bodo terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) were killed in an encounter at Happagao near Udalguri on October 7.
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Two Bodo terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) were killed in an encounter at Happagao near Udalguri on October 7.
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October - 7 
Two terrorists were killed in an encounter at Chakura in Baramulla district on October 7. One security force personnel was also killed and another injured in the encounter.
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Two terrorists were killed in an encounter at Chakura in Baramulla district on October 7. One security force personnel was also killed and another injured in the encounter.
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October - 7 
Addressing a meeting of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Council in Islamabad on October 7, Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf, while reaffirming Pakistan's unequivocal support to the "cause of Kashmiri people" asserted that "Pakistan is
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Addressing a meeting of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Council in Islamabad on October 7, Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf, while reaffirming Pakistan's unequivocal support to the "cause of Kashmiri people" asserted that "Pakistan is a party to the Kashmir dispute and this dispute could only be resolved with full participation of Islamabad in any future dialogue." He is reported to have also claimed that "…India would not succeed in its nefarious designs to drive a wedge between Pakistan and the Kashmiri leadership". Even while asserting that the Pakistani state would extend all possible political, diplomatic and moral support to the Kashmiri struggle, he claimed that Pakistan cannot be blamed for what was happening in Indian-controlled Kashmir adding, "it is an indigenous freedom struggle and cannot be dismissed as cross-border terrorism."
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October - 7 
A lone rebel was killed in an encounter by the troops in the Payarikkulam area.
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A lone rebel was killed in an encounter by the troops in the Payarikkulam area.
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October - 7 
After initially claiming that a hundred LTTE rebels were killed when troops defended their positions against an LTTE attack on October 5, official media sources revised LTTE casualty figures on October 7, and have now stated that monitored rebel tran
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After initially claiming that a hundred LTTE rebels were killed when troops defended their positions against an LTTE attack on October 5, official media sources revised LTTE casualty figures on October 7, and have now stated that monitored rebel transmissions confirm that 35 rebels were killed in the incident.
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October - 7 
In the Nagarkovil area, two rebels were killed in an encounter with troops on October 7. In a subsequent search, troops recovered some heavy weapons.
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In the Nagarkovil area, two rebels were killed in an encounter with troops on October 7. In a subsequent search, troops recovered some heavy weapons.
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October - 7 
Police recovered some claymore mines at Nelukkulam and Sinna Urani.
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Police recovered some claymore mines at Nelukkulam and Sinna Urani.
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October - 7 
The official media sources on October 7 revised the number of the rebels of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) who were killed in Nagarkovil on October 5. In place of what was earlier reported as 100 deaths, they confirmed on that over 30 rebels
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The official media sources on October 7 revised the number of the rebels of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) who were killed in Nagarkovil on October 5. In place of what was earlier reported as 100 deaths, they confirmed on that over 30 rebels have been killed in the operation with injuries to many others.
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October - 7 
In the Kilaly and Maduwil sectors, troops were attacked with mortars. Five soldiers were injured in these attacks.
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In the Kilaly and Maduwil sectors, troops were attacked with mortars. Five soldiers were injured in these attacks.
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October - 8 
According to the police sources, three police personnel were abducted from Mayong police station in Morigaon district by the terrorists of United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) on October 8.
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According to the police sources, three police personnel were abducted from Mayong police station in Morigaon district by the terrorists of United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) on October 8.
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October - 8 
Four Naxalites were attacked by locals at Kondapur near Mulug on October 8. The incident occurred after a group of Naxalites asked locals to meet a Naxalite leader. On the latter's refusal a fight began. While three Naxalites managed to escape from t
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Four Naxalites were attacked by locals at Kondapur near Mulug on October 8. The incident occurred after a group of Naxalites asked locals to meet a Naxalite leader. On the latter's refusal a fight began. While three Naxalites managed to escape from the scene while the fourth one was handed over to the local police.
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October - 8 
In Baramulla district, unidentified terrorists attacked a security force post with a grenade at Arampora. However, there were no casualties.
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In Baramulla district, unidentified terrorists attacked a security force post with a grenade at Arampora. However, there were no casualties.
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October - 8 
In other incidents, two suspects were held from Doda district while another suspect was held from Budgam district.
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In other incidents, two suspects were held from Doda district while another suspect was held from Budgam district.
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October - 8 
In Poonch district, three terrorists were shot dead in an overnight encounter, which began on the night of October 8 at Jandrola near the Line of Control (LoC). One security force personnel too was killed in the encounter. Two of the slain terrorists
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In Poonch district, three terrorists were shot dead in an overnight encounter, which began on the night of October 8 at Jandrola near the Line of Control (LoC). One security force personnel too was killed in the encounter. Two of the slain terrorists are suspected to be Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba.
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October - 8 
In Rajouri district, one security force personnel was injured in an explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Lam Naushera.
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In Rajouri district, one security force personnel was injured in an explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Lam Naushera.
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October - 8 
Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) launched an attack on a development project site at Engugul Thanda in Warrangal district on the night of October 8. Some equipment including earth moving machinery and trucks were damaged in the attack, alleg
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Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) launched an attack on a development project site at Engugul Thanda in Warrangal district on the night of October 8. Some equipment including earth moving machinery and trucks were damaged in the attack, allegedly committed to protest against deployment of machinery in developmental works at the cost of livelihood of labourers. The losses due to the attack have been estimated at Rs. 2 million.
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October - 8 
On the political front, the People's Conference, a constituent of the separatist front All Parties Huriyat Conference (APHC), adopted a resolution, on October 8, asking India and Pakistan to involve the people of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), alon
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On the political front, the People's Conference, a constituent of the separatist front All Parties Huriyat Conference (APHC), adopted a resolution, on October 8, asking India and Pakistan to involve the people of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), along with those of Jammu and Kashmir, in any proposed talks. The chairman of the outfit, Abdul Ghani Lone, is reported to have remarked during the front's convention in Srinagar, the first in 11 years, that the Kashmir policies in both Pakistan and India were being framed and implemented by the intelligence agencies and the respective political leaderships were not associated with them. He also indicated that talks to solve the issue could be resumed in the near future.
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October - 8 
One civilian was killed and another injured when terrorists attacked their residence at Churumujroo in Budgam district on October 8.
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One civilian was killed and another injured when terrorists attacked their residence at Churumujroo in Budgam district on October 8.
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October - 8 
Police sources reported that left wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) killed two persons at Ramgarh village in Palamu district on October 8. No further details were available.
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Police sources reported that left wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG) killed two persons at Ramgarh village in Palamu district on October 8. No further details were available.
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October - 8 
Police sources reported that terrorists of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) shot dead two tribal boys in West Tripura district on October 8. No further details were available.
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Police sources reported that terrorists of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) shot dead two tribal boys in West Tripura district on October 8. No further details were available.
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October - 8 
Security forces arrested three suspects at Hadipora in Baramula district. The action came after an attack by terrorists on a security forces camp in the area.
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Security forces arrested three suspects at Hadipora in Baramula district. The action came after an attack by terrorists on a security forces camp in the area.
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October - 8 
The residence of a civilian was burnt down by unidentified terrorists, suspecting the victim of being a police informer, at Budh Khanari in Rajouri district on October 8. It was also reported that a few days back, terrorists had burnt down four house
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The residence of a civilian was burnt down by unidentified terrorists, suspecting the victim of being a police informer, at Budh Khanari in Rajouri district on October 8. It was also reported that a few days back, terrorists had burnt down four houses of surrendered terrorists, presently working as Special Police Officers (SPOs) in the district.
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October - 8 
Pakistani media sources reported that the annual congregation of the Lashkar-e-Toiba would be held on October 21 and 22. Leaders of all jehadi groups are expected to take part in the congregation. The Lashkar-e-Toiba chief, Hafiz Mohammed Saeed is ex
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Pakistani media sources reported that the annual congregation of the Lashkar-e-Toiba would be held on October 21 and 22. Leaders of all jehadi groups are expected to take part in the congregation. The Lashkar-e-Toiba chief, Hafiz Mohammed Saeed is expected to be present during the congregation.
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October - 8 
The anti-terrorism squad of the Quetta police seized a huge quantity of arms and ammunition on October 8. Two persons were arrested from the site of the seizure. The arms and ammunition seized included four rocket launchers, three LMGs, 11 AK 47 assa
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The anti-terrorism squad of the Quetta police seized a huge quantity of arms and ammunition on October 8. Two persons were arrested from the site of the seizure. The arms and ammunition seized included four rocket launchers, three LMGs, 11 AK 47 assault rifles, 215 rockets, 57 LMG magazines, 160 rocket fuses, three explosive devices, three spare barrels and 20,000 rounds of Kalashnikovs.
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October - 8 
An independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com, reported that twenty fishing boats were damaged in this battle between the Sri Lankan navy and the rebels on October 8.
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An independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com, reported that twenty fishing boats were damaged in this battle between the Sri Lankan navy and the rebels on October 8.
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October - 8 
Earlier on October 8, a Sri Lankan naval patrol craft engaged a rebel boat in the sea off Trincomalee harbor and destroyed it. In the process the craft suffered minor damages.
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Earlier on October 8, a Sri Lankan naval patrol craft engaged a rebel boat in the sea off Trincomalee harbor and destroyed it. In the process the craft suffered minor damages.
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October - 8 
In a separate incident in the Eluthumaduwal area, four rebels were killed by the troops.
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In a separate incident in the Eluthumaduwal area, four rebels were killed by the troops.
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October - 8 
In another incident at Kudiruppu of Batticaloa district a policeman was shot dead by the rebels on October 8.
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In another incident at Kudiruppu of Batticaloa district a policeman was shot dead by the rebels on October 8.
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October - 8 
In the Muhamalai area, a lone rebel was killed by the troops.
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In the Muhamalai area, a lone rebel was killed by the troops.
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October - 8 
Naval troops, on a clearing operation at Pungudutivu island, recovered an old land mine. In addition troops destroyed two rebel bunkers in the Thanankilappu and Chavakachcheri area.
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Naval troops, on a clearing operation at Pungudutivu island, recovered an old land mine. In addition troops destroyed two rebel bunkers in the Thanankilappu and Chavakachcheri area.
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October - 8 
Small amount of arms and ammunition were recovered by the troops from the Colombuthurai area.
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Small amount of arms and ammunition were recovered by the troops from the Colombuthurai area.
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October - 8 
The LTTE, through the Voice of Tigers radio, provided names of 19 rebels who died in the attack in the Nagar Kovil, Vadamaradchi East and in Thenmaradchi sector as part of the military operation Unceasing Waves-4. In addition, it provided names of th
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The LTTE, through the Voice of Tigers radio, provided names of 19 rebels who died in the attack in the Nagar Kovil, Vadamaradchi East and in Thenmaradchi sector as part of the military operation Unceasing Waves-4. In addition, it provided names of three rebels who were killed in various encounters with the troops at Kalvayal and Kanchikudichcha Aaru.
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October - 8 
The police recovered two flat bombs (side mines) planted to cause damage to a government building on the Peradeniya-Gampola road near Penideniya on October 8.
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The police recovered two flat bombs (side mines) planted to cause damage to a government building on the Peradeniya-Gampola road near Penideniya on October 8.
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October - 8 
Three supporters of an EPDP candidate of the Batticaloa District were injured in an attack by the rebels at Mahilurmunai.
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Three supporters of an EPDP candidate of the Batticaloa District were injured in an attack by the rebels at Mahilurmunai.
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October - 9 
A news report on October 9, citing intelligence sources, has indicated that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak-Muivah; NSCN-IM) is reviving clandestine contacts with China. The report added that intelligence agencies believed that cover
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A news report on October 9, citing intelligence sources, has indicated that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak-Muivah; NSCN-IM) is reviving clandestine contacts with China. The report added that intelligence agencies believed that covert contacts between the Chinese and the NSCN(I-M) were severed in the Nineteen Eighties. The report states that the NSCN-IM, after the extension of its cease-fire agreement with the Union government on August 1, has sent a top member to the Kunming province in China to strike a deal for a 'major' arms consignment, which security agencies suspect, is to be smuggled into the Northeast. The report adds that the NSCN-IM member is attempting to persuade Chinese authorities in Kunming to urge the Kachin Independence Army (KIA), a Myanmarese guerrilla group, to allow the arms cache through Kachin territory. The KIA has concluded a cease-fire agreement with the pro-China Myanmarese regime. It is also suspected that about 70 armed cadre of the NSCN(I-M) have been sent to Tirap and Changlang, two districts in Arunachal Pradesh on the border with Myanmar. These cadre are expected to ‘’escort’’ the arms consignment into Arunachal Pradesh from where it will be channeled to NSCN(I-M) bases in Nagaland and other parts of the Northeast.
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October - 9 
In a case of mistaken identity, one civilian, presumed as a terrorist, was shot dead by security forces at Chakli in Rajouri district. Security forces have regretted the mistake and sanctioned compensation for the slain victim's family.
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In a case of mistaken identity, one civilian, presumed as a terrorist, was shot dead by security forces at Chakli in Rajouri district. Security forces have regretted the mistake and sanctioned compensation for the slain victim's family.
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October - 9 
In another encounter at Bandipore in Baramulla district, three Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed.
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In another encounter at Bandipore in Baramulla district, three Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed.
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October - 9 
In another incident, one Special Police Officer (SPO) was abducted and later killed by terrorists at Sagam in Anantnag district.
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In another incident, one Special Police Officer (SPO) was abducted and later killed by terrorists at Sagam in Anantnag district.
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October - 9 
In Kupwara district, one terrorist was killed in an encounter at Dardpora.
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In Kupwara district, one terrorist was killed in an encounter at Dardpora.
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October - 9 
On October 9, one terrorist, identified by the security forces as an expert in fabricating Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), was killed in an encounter at Chamalwas in Doda district.
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On October 9, one terrorist, identified by the security forces as an expert in fabricating Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), was killed in an encounter at Chamalwas in Doda district.
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October - 9 
One civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists at Gujjarpati in Baramulla district.
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One civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists at Gujjarpati in Baramulla district.
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October - 9 
One left wing extremist, Naxalite of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist; CPI-ML) was killed by Naxalites of the Rythu Coolie Sangam (RCS) at Mataru in Ananthpur district on October 9. News reports suggest that this attack was a revenge ki
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One left wing extremist, Naxalite of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist; CPI-ML) was killed by Naxalites of the Rythu Coolie Sangam (RCS) at Mataru in Ananthpur district on October 9. News reports suggest that this attack was a revenge killing as the slain Naxalite was suspected to be involved in the killing of a RCS leader some time back.
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October - 9 
One suspected terrorist was killed in an accidental IED blast at Rafeeabad. Security forces reported that the suspect, arrested on October 8, was taken to the place where he had confessed to hiding the IED on October 9, when the device exploded killi
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One suspected terrorist was killed in an accidental IED blast at Rafeeabad. Security forces reported that the suspect, arrested on October 8, was taken to the place where he had confessed to hiding the IED on October 9, when the device exploded killing the suspect.
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October - 9 
Report indicated that a second terrorist suspect was apprehended and later killed by security forces at Batpora in Baramulla district. No official version of this incident was available.
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Report indicated that a second terrorist suspect was apprehended and later killed by security forces at Batpora in Baramulla district. No official version of this incident was available.
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October - 9 
Three policemen, abducted by terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) from Mayang in Morigaon district on October 8, were released on October 9. As reported earlier, the ULFA terrorists in Indian Army uniforms had walked into the M
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Three policemen, abducted by terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) from Mayang in Morigaon district on October 8, were released on October 9. As reported earlier, the ULFA terrorists in Indian Army uniforms had walked into the Mayang police station and asked for a bus. They later, forced the three policemen into the bus and abducted them. The policemen were released unharmed. Security forces suspect that the ULFA staged the drama as a show of strength after the surrender of 200 ULFA cadre in the area in September.
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October - 9 
Three security force personnel were killed and four others injured a bus, in which they were travelling, was attacked with a remote controlled Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Devfool in Udhampur district on October 9. Some shops in the vicinity
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Three security force personnel were killed and four others injured a bus, in which they were travelling, was attacked with a remote controlled Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Devfool in Udhampur district on October 9. Some shops in the vicinity too were damaged in the explosion. Security forces suspect the involvement of locals in the attack since a mine detection vehicle had cleared the stretch a couple of hours before the incident took place.
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October - 9 
Two Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed in an encounter with security forces at Wattalnarh in Doda district. Another terrorist, a member of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, was killed at Seelban Dhar in the same district. One security for
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Two Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed in an encounter with security forces at Wattalnarh in Doda district. Another terrorist, a member of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, was killed at Seelban Dhar in the same district. One security force personnel was injured in a separate encounter with unidentified terrorists at Banbrankal in the same district. The terrorists, however, managed to escape from the scene of the encounter.
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October - 9 
Pakistan, on October 9, expressed concern over the arms deal signed by India and Russia during the recent visit of President Vladimir Putin to India. Addressing a press conference, a foreign ministry spokesman said that in contrast to the call given
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Pakistan, on October 9, expressed concern over the arms deal signed by India and Russia during the recent visit of President Vladimir Putin to India. Addressing a press conference, a foreign ministry spokesman said that in contrast to the call given by Gen.Pervez Musharraf for mutual arms reduction, the Indo-Russian arms deal would have a destabilising impact on the region. The spokesman also drew attention to a 28 per cent increase in the Indian defence budget and the massive arms induction programme. The spokesman also said that it should take quite a while to follow up on the Russian President's invitation to Gen. Musharraf for a Russia visit.
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October - 9 
Security arrangements have been beefed up in Lahore following reports of a split in the Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), a terrorist outfit advocating Sunni sectarianism. Dawn quoting official sources said that one faction is now headed by Pakistan's most-wa
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Security arrangements have been beefed up in Lahore following reports of a split in the Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), a terrorist outfit advocating Sunni sectarianism. Dawn quoting official sources said that one faction is now headed by Pakistan's most-wanted sectarian terrorist and acting Amir, Riaz Basra while the breakaway faction is lead by chairperson of LeJ's Majlis-i-Shoora, Qari Abdul Hai.
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October - 9 
Security forces in Karachi, on October 9, arrested seven persons and seized a large cache of arms and ammunition from their possession. Security agencies claimed that the arrested persons were part of India's external intelligence agency, RAW. Senior
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Security forces in Karachi, on October 9, arrested seven persons and seized a large cache of arms and ammunition from their possession. Security agencies claimed that the arrested persons were part of India's external intelligence agency, RAW. Senior security officials said that the arrested persons have been active in Pakistan since 1995 after being trained in India to carry out various subversive activities. They also claimed that the network of RAW extends from New Delhi to Maldives including Nepal, Singapore and Oman.
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October - 9 
Police sources reported that an organized gang of armed terrorists stormed the Machhua Bazar and looted cash and valuables from a shop at gunpoint on October 9. They also ransacked two other shops, fired one round of bullet and escaped in a minibus.
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Police sources reported that an organized gang of armed terrorists stormed the Machhua Bazar and looted cash and valuables from a shop at gunpoint on October 9. They also ransacked two other shops, fired one round of bullet and escaped in a minibus.
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October - 9 
Official media sources reported that four soldiers were killed and another forty-two injured as the troops repulsed an attack by the rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on the Kilaly defences in the Jaffna peninsula on October 9. A
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Official media sources reported that four soldiers were killed and another forty-two injured as the troops repulsed an attack by the rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on the Kilaly defences in the Jaffna peninsula on October 9. A rebel mortar coordinator was killed. The troops claimed to have recaptured three bunkers, which were lost to the rebels a day earlier. The government did not give the number of rebels killed.
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October - 9 
One soldier was killed and four were injured as the rebels fired mortars at troops in Nagarkovil, Sarasalai and Ayanakai area in Jaffna.
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One soldier was killed and four were injured as the rebels fired mortars at troops in Nagarkovil, Sarasalai and Ayanakai area in Jaffna.
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October - 9 
The Sri Lankan Air Force destroyed a sea base of the LTTE with a suspected long-range gun position in Kalmunai Point. A large bunker connected to a trench network was also destroyed.
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The Sri Lankan Air Force destroyed a sea base of the LTTE with a suspected long-range gun position in Kalmunai Point. A large bunker connected to a trench network was also destroyed.
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October - 9 
Troops on a search and clear operation recovered small quantity of arms and ammunitions in the Nagarkovil area on October 9.
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Troops on a search and clear operation recovered small quantity of arms and ammunitions in the Nagarkovil area on October 9.
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October - 10 
A Kashmiri medical student was arrested in New Delhi on October 10. Police reported that the detained student was a supporter of the Tehriq-ul-Mujahideen, a terrorist outfit, participating in the Kashmir insurgency, and acted as a conduit for the out
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A Kashmiri medical student was arrested in New Delhi on October 10. Police reported that the detained student was a supporter of the Tehriq-ul-Mujahideen, a terrorist outfit, participating in the Kashmir insurgency, and acted as a conduit for the outfit. Some explosives and Rs.1 million was recovered from his possession. Based on his interrogation, police added that the detainee, whose elder brother was a Tehrique terrorist killed in an encounter, had come to Delhi from Kathmandu to deliver the explosives and cash to a contact. Police, however, failed to identify or arrest the contact.
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October - 10 
In a joint operation, Assam and Meghalaya police, on October 10, arrested four arms suppliers from Shillong and destroyed their arms supply network. The arrested have confessed to supplying arms to the two Meghalaya terrorist outfits — Achik National
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In a joint operation, Assam and Meghalaya police, on October 10, arrested four arms suppliers from Shillong and destroyed their arms supply network. The arrested have confessed to supplying arms to the two Meghalaya terrorist outfits — Achik National Volunteers’ Council and Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council. An M-16 rifle and some ammunition have been recovered from them.
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October - 10 
In another encounter at Sopore, Baramulla district, one Pakistani mercenary of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed.
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In another encounter at Sopore, Baramulla district, one Pakistani mercenary of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed.
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October - 10 
In another incident, one person, part of a group of three suspected terrorists attempting to infiltrate from Pakistan through the Line of Control (LoC) was killed in an encounter at Molu Chak in the Samba sector. The other two infiltrators managed to
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In another incident, one person, part of a group of three suspected terrorists attempting to infiltrate from Pakistan through the Line of Control (LoC) was killed in an encounter at Molu Chak in the Samba sector. The other two infiltrators managed to escape.
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October - 10 
In another incident, one security force personnel was killed in an encounter with terrorists at Gulab Garh in Rajouri district when a grenade that he was trying to lob, exploded in his hands. Two other security force personnel were injured in this in
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In another incident, one security force personnel was killed in an encounter with terrorists at Gulab Garh in Rajouri district when a grenade that he was trying to lob, exploded in his hands. Two other security force personnel were injured in this incident and the terrorists managed to escape.
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October - 10 
On the night of October 10, two Hizb terrorists were killed at Rishi Nagri Chakwar in Pulwama district. Two security force personnel and two civilians sustained injuries during this encounter.
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On the night of October 10, two Hizb terrorists were killed at Rishi Nagri Chakwar in Pulwama district. Two security force personnel and two civilians sustained injuries during this encounter.
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October - 10 
One security force personnel was injured when terrorists attacked a security force patrol at Sazan in Doda district.
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One security force personnel was injured when terrorists attacked a security force patrol at Sazan in Doda district.
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October - 10 
Security forces arrested six Hizb terrorists from Baramulla district and recovered a large cache of arms, ammunition, explosives and radio equipment.
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Security forces arrested six Hizb terrorists from Baramulla district and recovered a large cache of arms, ammunition, explosives and radio equipment.
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October - 10 
The Manipur People’s Liberation Front (MPLF), an umbrella body of three major terrorist outfits, the Revolutionary People’s Front (RPF), the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PRPK), has on Oct
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The Manipur People’s Liberation Front (MPLF), an umbrella body of three major terrorist outfits, the Revolutionary People’s Front (RPF), the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PRPK), has on October 10, called for a 17-hour 'general strike' on October 15 to protest against the merger of Manipur with the Indian Union. The outfit observes October 15 every year as ‘National Black Day’.
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October - 10 
The NSCN (K), on October 10, said that it expected the bilateral cease-fire with the Centre to be formally drafted and signed. The outfit’s security-in-charge Akhao Assumi said that they have been advocating peace and political participation and "tir
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The NSCN (K), on October 10, said that it expected the bilateral cease-fire with the Centre to be formally drafted and signed. The outfit’s security-in-charge Akhao Assumi said that they have been advocating peace and political participation and "tirelessly struggling to ensure permanent settlement based on the principle of Naga mandate." He blamed the general secretary of NSCN (I-M), T. Muivah of maligning Naga politics with his "separatist" agenda from Bangkok. He reiterated the Khaplang faction’s commitment for permanent peace. On October 9, the security forces had extended the unilateral ceasefire with the NSCN (K) for six months with effect from October 16. The Khaplang faction in a reference to its rival NSCN (I-M) also said that Nagas would never permit an individual or a section of society to enjoy their ‘separatist lust’ at the expense of the 50-year-old Naga struggle.
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October - 10 
Three terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen were killed in an encounter at Kunau in Doda district on October 10.
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Three terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen were killed in an encounter at Kunau in Doda district on October 10.
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October - 10 
Unidentified terrorists shot at a bureaucrat at his office in Imphal on October 10. Police claimed that the bureaucrat had earlier been served with an extortion notice by an unspecified terrorist outfit though there is no evidence of any link between
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Unidentified terrorists shot at a bureaucrat at his office in Imphal on October 10. Police claimed that the bureaucrat had earlier been served with an extortion notice by an unspecified terrorist outfit though there is no evidence of any link between the attack and the extortion demand.
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October - 10 
A low intensity time bomb exploded in a van on October 10 in Karachi. However no loss of life or injuries were reported from the site of the explosion.
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A low intensity time bomb exploded in a van on October 10 in Karachi. However no loss of life or injuries were reported from the site of the explosion.
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October - 10 
Speaking on the eve of the first anniversary of his regime on October 10, Gen. Pervez Musharaff accused India of escalating tension on the Line of Control. Gen. Musharraf said that India had missed an opportunity to find a solution to the Kashmir dis
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Speaking on the eve of the first anniversary of his regime on October 10, Gen. Pervez Musharaff accused India of escalating tension on the Line of Control. Gen. Musharraf said that India had missed an opportunity to find a solution to the Kashmir dispute by imposing conditionalities when the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen announced a cease-fire recently. According to him, this was meant to keep Pakistan away from the dialogue on Kashmir. He also added that Pakistan would exercise maximum restraint on the Kashmir issue.
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October - 10 
The seven persons, who were arrested on October 9, have been remanded to a 10-day custody with the CIA, a police agency in Karachi. As reported earlier, security officials claimed that the arrested persons were agents of India's external intelligence
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The seven persons, who were arrested on October 9, have been remanded to a 10-day custody with the CIA, a police agency in Karachi. As reported earlier, security officials claimed that the arrested persons were agents of India's external intelligence agency Research and Analysis Wing (RAW).
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October - 10 
A lone rebel was killed in the Sarasalai area. The troops recovered a small quantity of arms from a terrorist bunker in the Allarai area.
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A lone rebel was killed in the Sarasalai area. The troops recovered a small quantity of arms from a terrorist bunker in the Allarai area.
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October - 10 
Former Prime Minister, Sirimavo Ratwatte Dias Bandaranaike, 84 died of a heart attack on October 10 while returning to Colombo after casting her vote at her home constituency of Attanagalla in the country’s parliamentary elections. She first assumed
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Former Prime Minister, Sirimavo Ratwatte Dias Bandaranaike, 84 died of a heart attack on October 10 while returning to Colombo after casting her vote at her home constituency of Attanagalla in the country’s parliamentary elections. She first assumed the office of Prime Minister in 1960 after the assassination of her husband and then Prime Minister, SWRD Banadaranaike in 1959. She served as Prime Minister between 1960-65 and 1970-77. She was also the Prime Minister between 1994-August 2000 in the Presidential system of government, introduced in 1978. During her first term as Prime Minister, Mrs. Bandaranaike had concluded an agreement with India's then Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri in October 1964 to address the problem of 'stateless persons', Tamils of Indian origin who were not granted Sri Lankan citizenship. According to a BBC report, during this period, Mrs. Bandaranaike had, in 1961, "declared a state of emergency after a prolonged civil disobedience campaign by the minority Tamil population, angered by her action in replacing English with Sinhala as the official national language". During her second term as Prime Minister (1970-1977) she was faced with a violent insurrection mounted by the left extremist Janata Vimukthi Peremuna (JVP) in 1971, a movement that was defeated by state forces in a year.
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October - 10 
In a delayed report, official media sources reported that three rebels were killed by troops in separate encounters on October 10 in the areas of Eluthumaduval South, Nagarkovil and Ayankai.
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In a delayed report, official media sources reported that three rebels were killed by troops in separate encounters on October 10 in the areas of Eluthumaduval South, Nagarkovil and Ayankai.
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October - 10 
In Colombuturai, Eluthumaduwal and Ayankai areas, one soldier was killed and four were injured in a rebel mortar attack.
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In Colombuturai, Eluthumaduwal and Ayankai areas, one soldier was killed and four were injured in a rebel mortar attack.
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October - 10 
Official media sources reported that seven civilians were injured in different parts of Jaffna city and the Peninsula as a result of LTTE artillery attacks on October 10. Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported an intensification of the
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Official media sources reported that seven civilians were injured in different parts of Jaffna city and the Peninsula as a result of LTTE artillery attacks on October 10. Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported an intensification of the artillery battles between government troops and LTTE rebels in the Jaffna area. As a result, the residents of the Jaffna town suburbs of Madathady, Paashaiyoor and Gurunagar have begun leaving their homes towards safer areas.
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October - 10 
Sri Lankan official media sources also reported that security forces detected and defused an explosive device planted by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at a bus stop in Jaffna city on October 10. The device was timed to explode
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Sri Lankan official media sources also reported that security forces detected and defused an explosive device planted by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at a bus stop in Jaffna city on October 10. The device was timed to explode in the evening when a large number of civilians would be present at the spot.
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October - 10 
With no party winning a clear majority in the parliament elections held on October 10, the two major parties, President Chandrika Kumartunga's People's Alliance (PA) and the United National Party have begun negotiating with smaller parties, notably t
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With no party winning a clear majority in the parliament elections held on October 10, the two major parties, President Chandrika Kumartunga's People's Alliance (PA) and the United National Party have begun negotiating with smaller parties, notably the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) and the Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP), to garner support to form the government. Forming the government is of paramount importance to the PA because of the President’s past assertions on having the Constitutional Reform Bill passed in the new parliament. This bill is projected by the ruling regime as addressing the grievances of the major ethnic minority community, the Tamils of Sri Lanka.
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October - 11 
A ‘commander’ of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) was killed and two other terrorists were arrested in an encounter with Assam Rifles in Dhalai district on October 11. Other terrorists in their group, however, managed to escape into the ju
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A ‘commander’ of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) was killed and two other terrorists were arrested in an encounter with Assam Rifles in Dhalai district on October 11. Other terrorists in their group, however, managed to escape into the jungles.
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October - 11 
A news report stated that a senior Hizb 'commander' was killed at Rathsona when a grenade exploded in his hand. The news report, citing local sources, added that three men in army uniforms appeared at Trepora in Pulwama district and killed one civili
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A news report stated that a senior Hizb 'commander' was killed at Rathsona when a grenade exploded in his hand. The news report, citing local sources, added that three men in army uniforms appeared at Trepora in Pulwama district and killed one civilian. Security forces are yet to confirm this report.
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October - 11 
An army camp at Rajouri town was targeted by terrorists with rockets, which failed to cause any casualties. While one rocket fell inside the camp, the others failed to reach the target. This is the fourth time since September 1, that terrorists have
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An army camp at Rajouri town was targeted by terrorists with rockets, which failed to cause any casualties. While one rocket fell inside the camp, the others failed to reach the target. This is the fourth time since September 1, that terrorists have targeted security force camps in the town for rocket attacks.
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October - 11 
An army officer, in a press conference, on October 11, disclosed that some Chinese forces in collusion with Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) and the mafia are assisting the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) in its arms procurement e
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An army officer, in a press conference, on October 11, disclosed that some Chinese forces in collusion with Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) and the mafia are assisting the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) in its arms procurement efforts. The army also pointed out ULFA’s direct links with the ISI by indicating at the latter’s financial assistance to some madrassas, which indulge in providing fundamentalist religious teaching to its students.
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October - 11 
Another ‘area commander’ of NLFT and three of his associates were arrested by the police.
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Another ‘area commander’ of NLFT and three of his associates were arrested by the police.
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October - 11 
In a massive counter-Insurgency (CI) operation, Security Force personnel killed ten terrorists including eight belonging to the Al-Badr, Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HUM), Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Jaish-e-Mohammed outfits in Mahore, Banihal and Budhal ar
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In a massive counter-Insurgency (CI) operation, Security Force personnel killed ten terrorists including eight belonging to the Al-Badr, Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HUM), Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Jaish-e-Mohammed outfits in Mahore, Banihal and Budhal areas on October 11. A Security Force personnel was killed and another injured in the operations.
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October - 11 
On October 11, the Morigaon police rescued an abducted businessman and arrested three terrorists, including a ‘commander’ of the Kolong-Kopili Sakha, a subsidiary front of the Surrendered United Liberation Front of Assam (SULFA). The businessman had
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On October 11, the Morigaon police rescued an abducted businessman and arrested three terrorists, including a ‘commander’ of the Kolong-Kopili Sakha, a subsidiary front of the Surrendered United Liberation Front of Assam (SULFA). The businessman had been abducted from Morigaon town earlier in the day.
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October - 11 
On the night of October 11, the bodies of three security force personnel were recovered from Chareer in Poonch district. The three had been abducted by terrorists on October 9 while they were on security duty at the residence of a ruling National Con
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On the night of October 11, the bodies of three security force personnel were recovered from Chareer in Poonch district. The three had been abducted by terrorists on October 9 while they were on security duty at the residence of a ruling National Conference politician's residence at Mastan Dara in the same district.
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October - 11 
One terrorist of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen was killed in an encounter at Gulabgarh in Rajouri district on October 11. Two associates of the slain terrorist managed to escape from the scene of the encounter.
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One terrorist of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen was killed in an encounter at Gulabgarh in Rajouri district on October 11. Two associates of the slain terrorist managed to escape from the scene of the encounter.
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October - 11 
One terrorist was arrested after an encounter at Phagoli in Rajouri district. Security forces also arrested one civilian after the encounter on charges of harbouring the arrested terrorist.
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One terrorist was arrested after an encounter at Phagoli in Rajouri district. Security forces also arrested one civilian after the encounter on charges of harbouring the arrested terrorist.
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October - 11 
One terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed in an encounter at Gurwatan.
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One terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed in an encounter at Gurwatan.
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October - 11 
Security forces also reported that one person, identified as a terrorist, was killed at Ruhama in Anantnag district. Locals of the area, however, contested the security force version, claiming that the slain person was only a civilian.
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Security forces also reported that one person, identified as a terrorist, was killed at Ruhama in Anantnag district. Locals of the area, however, contested the security force version, claiming that the slain person was only a civilian.
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October - 11 
Security forces raided a terrorist arms dump in the Hargala heights of Poonch district and recovered a large quantity of ammunition, rockets and explosives.
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Security forces raided a terrorist arms dump in the Hargala heights of Poonch district and recovered a large quantity of ammunition, rockets and explosives.
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October - 11 
Three police personnel, on duty at the residence of a local politician of the ruling National Conference Party, were abducted by terrorists at Mastan Dara in Poonch district on October 11. The arms and ammunition of these police personnel were also t
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Three police personnel, on duty at the residence of a local politician of the ruling National Conference Party, were abducted by terrorists at Mastan Dara in Poonch district on October 11. The arms and ammunition of these police personnel were also taken away by the terrorists.
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October - 11 
Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was disrupted for three hours when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was detected at Banihal in Doda district. The IED was defused before it could explode.
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Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was disrupted for three hours when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was detected at Banihal in Doda district. The IED was defused before it could explode.
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October - 11 
Two security force personnel and 11 civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists lobbed a grenade at a passing security force vehicle at Residency Road in Srinagar.
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Two security force personnel and 11 civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists lobbed a grenade at a passing security force vehicle at Residency Road in Srinagar.
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October - 11 
Two terrorists of Chin National Army were arrested by the Champai district police on October 11. Small amount of arms and ammunition including one AK-47 rifle and one SKS Chinese rifle were also recovered from them.
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Two terrorists of Chin National Army were arrested by the Champai district police on October 11. Small amount of arms and ammunition including one AK-47 rifle and one SKS Chinese rifle were also recovered from them.
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October - 11 
Two unidentified terrorists were killed at Gurveth in Budgam district.
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Two unidentified terrorists were killed at Gurveth in Budgam district.
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October - 11 
On October 11, the troops, on a search and clear operation, recovered a small quantity of arms from the areas of Nagarkovil and Sarasalai.
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On October 11, the troops, on a search and clear operation, recovered a small quantity of arms from the areas of Nagarkovil and Sarasalai.
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October - 11 
The Election Commissioner in Sri Lanka, on October 11, officially announced the results of the elections to the 225 seat Parliament. According to the figures released, the currently ruling People's Alliance (PA) has won 107 seats while the main oppos
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The Election Commissioner in Sri Lanka, on October 11, officially announced the results of the elections to the 225 seat Parliament. According to the figures released, the currently ruling People's Alliance (PA) has won 107 seats while the main opposition United National Party (UNP) has won 89 seats. Among the other parties with representation are the Janata Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) with ten seats, the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) and the EPDP with five seats each, National Unity Alliance (NUA) with seats, Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation (TELO) with three seats and the All Ceylon Tamil Congress (ACTC) with one seat. The Sinhala nationalist party 'Sihala Urumaya' won a seat on the basis of the total votes it polled in the country. The UNP has obvious handicaps in its race to form the government as the President, is empowered, by Article 44.1 of the Sri Lankan Constitution, to place limits on the ministries that a can be promised to potential coalition partners. Meanwhile, the JVP and the TULF announced that they will not support either of the parties.
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October - 11 
Two rebels were killed by troops in Cheddikulam. One of them was identified as a hardcore rebel suspected to be involved in the recent bomb explosion in Medawachchiya on October 5 where ten persons were killed and over fifty persons injured. Two cyan
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Two rebels were killed by troops in Cheddikulam. One of them was identified as a hardcore rebel suspected to be involved in the recent bomb explosion in Medawachchiya on October 5 where ten persons were killed and over fifty persons injured. Two cyanide capsules, three hand grenades and a cellular telephone were also recovered from the area.
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October - 12 
A policeman was injured in a terrorist attack on a police patrol at Waripora in Baramulla.
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A policeman was injured in a terrorist attack on a police patrol at Waripora in Baramulla.
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October - 12 
A terrorist was also killed in an encounter with security force personnel at Lalad-Sopore on October 12.
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A terrorist was also killed in an encounter with security force personnel at Lalad-Sopore on October 12.
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October - 12 
At Rajourikadal, a security post was attacked with grenades by the terrorists. However, no loss of life or injuries were reported.
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At Rajourikadal, a security post was attacked with grenades by the terrorists. However, no loss of life or injuries were reported.
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October - 12 
In a separate encounter at Kamlariwah Chanjoo in Doda district, two terrorists were killed.
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In a separate encounter at Kamlariwah Chanjoo in Doda district, two terrorists were killed.
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October - 12 
One civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists at Kalalkas.
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One civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists at Kalalkas.
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October - 12 
One terrorist of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and one civilian were arrested from Phagali in Rajouri district after security forces launched a raid in the area. The civilian was arrested on charges of harbouring the arrested terrorist.
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One terrorist of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and one civilian were arrested from Phagali in Rajouri district after security forces launched a raid in the area. The civilian was arrested on charges of harbouring the arrested terrorist.
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October - 12 
One unidentified terrorist, suspected to be a foreign mercenary, was killed in Suderbani.
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One unidentified terrorist, suspected to be a foreign mercenary, was killed in Suderbani.
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October - 12 
Seven youth, who claimed that they were abducted by four terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HUJI) and were taken to a forest in Doda district to be trained in the use of arms, surrendered to security forces at Surankote in Poonch district. The
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Seven youth, who claimed that they were abducted by four terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HUJI) and were taken to a forest in Doda district to be trained in the use of arms, surrendered to security forces at Surankote in Poonch district. They added that they were kept in captivity for 15 days before they could escape.
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October - 12 
Six terrorists of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Al Badar outfits and one security force personnel were killed in an encounter at Thinmarg Gali in Udhampur district on October 12. One security force personnel was also injured in the encounter. Security f
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Six terrorists of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Al Badar outfits and one security force personnel were killed in an encounter at Thinmarg Gali in Udhampur district on October 12. One security force personnel was also injured in the encounter. Security forces suspect that all slain terrorists were foreign mercenaries from Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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October - 12 
The Defence Ministry, on October 12, officially confirmed the extension of the unilateral suspension of operations against the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) (NSCN-K) has been extended by another six months with effect from October
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The Defence Ministry, on October 12, officially confirmed the extension of the unilateral suspension of operations against the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) (NSCN-K) has been extended by another six months with effect from October 16. An informal cease-fire currently exists between security forces and the NSCN-K in Nagaland since April 9, 2000.
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October - 12 
Three terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate from across the Line of Control at Kirni in Poonch district.
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Three terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate from across the Line of Control at Kirni in Poonch district.
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October - 12 
Two security force personnel were killed, on October 12, when more than twenty left wing extremists, Naxalites of Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) attacked the Gaya-Asansol train after bringing it to halt at a station near Giridih in south Bihar. Two se
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Two security force personnel were killed, on October 12, when more than twenty left wing extremists, Naxalites of Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) attacked the Gaya-Asansol train after bringing it to halt at a station near Giridih in south Bihar. Two security force personnel were also abducted by the Naxalites.
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October - 12 
According to delayed reports, a group of armed Maoist insurgents abducted the secretary of the Nepali Congress (NC) for the Dailekh district from his house on October 12. The district president and an activist of the youth wing of NC were abducted by
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According to delayed reports, a group of armed Maoist insurgents abducted the secretary of the Nepali Congress (NC) for the Dailekh district from his house on October 12. The district president and an activist of the youth wing of NC were abducted by the Maoist insurgents two days earlier by the Maoists.
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October - 12 
The Nepalese Ambassador in India, on October 12, accused a section of the migrant Nepali populace in India of supporting the Maoist insurgency in Nepal. He added that there was a lot of sympathy for the Maoist insurgents among the lower income groups
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The Nepalese Ambassador in India, on October 12, accused a section of the migrant Nepali populace in India of supporting the Maoist insurgency in Nepal. He added that there was a lot of sympathy for the Maoist insurgents among the lower income groups of this community. The Ambassador claimed that an elaborate network was built up by the insurgents to smuggle arms and ammunition across the porous Indo-Nepal border. According to him, the issue had been taken up at the Prime Ministerial level. Nepalese embassy sources also claimed that there was a strong network between the Maoist insurgents and the various terrorist outfits in India. Maoist insurgency in Nepal has already claimed more than 1450 lives and damage estimated at millions of rupees besides displacing hundreds of people from their villages.
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October - 12 
In another operation in an unspecified area, two more rebels were killed when the troops attacked their bunker. A radio communication set was recovered from the bunker.
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In another operation in an unspecified area, two more rebels were killed when the troops attacked their bunker. A radio communication set was recovered from the bunker.
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October - 12 
Naval craft of the Sri Lankan army deployed in the Mannar channel were engaged in an artillery fight with a rebel boat in the sea off Usimukanthurai on October 12. The navy claimed to have damaged the rebel boat, which, however, managed to escape. A
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Naval craft of the Sri Lankan army deployed in the Mannar channel were engaged in an artillery fight with a rebel boat in the sea off Usimukanthurai on October 12. The navy claimed to have damaged the rebel boat, which, however, managed to escape. A lone soldier was injured in the confrontation.
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October - 12 
Official media sources reported that two rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed as troops destroyed a rebel bunker in Nelumwewa on October 12.
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Official media sources reported that two rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed as troops destroyed a rebel bunker in Nelumwewa on October 12.
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October - 13 
A National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorist was killed and another arrested in an encounter with the security forces in Dhalai district on October 13. The security forces also recovered some incriminating documents.
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A National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorist was killed and another arrested in an encounter with the security forces in Dhalai district on October 13. The security forces also recovered some incriminating documents.
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October - 13 
A Pakistani terrorist was killed by the security force personnel at Guran Bata near Mendhar.
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A Pakistani terrorist was killed by the security force personnel at Guran Bata near Mendhar.
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October - 13 
According to official sources, a businessman was killed by unidentified terrorists in Imphal on October 13.
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According to official sources, a businessman was killed by unidentified terrorists in Imphal on October 13.
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October - 13 
Another Hizb terrorist arrested earlier from his hideout at Gurveth in Budgam district was later killed in a cross fire between terrorists and the army in the same area during search operations. Security forces recovered a charred body of a terrorist
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Another Hizb terrorist arrested earlier from his hideout at Gurveth in Budgam district was later killed in a cross fire between terrorists and the army in the same area during search operations. Security forces recovered a charred body of a terrorist and some arms and ammunition from a house gutted in the crossfire.
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October - 13 
Four terrorists were killed near Thin Marg while two others managed to escape. A large cache of arms and ammunition along with currency notes were recovered from the site.
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Four terrorists were killed near Thin Marg while two others managed to escape. A large cache of arms and ammunition along with currency notes were recovered from the site.
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October - 13 
In another incident, two Hizb terrorists were killed by the security forces in Chhanjlu forests.
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In another incident, two Hizb terrorists were killed by the security forces in Chhanjlu forests.
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October - 13 
In Doda district, a ‘commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen was killed in an encounter with the security forces.
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In Doda district, a ‘commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen was killed in an encounter with the security forces.
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October - 13 
Security Force personnel also neutralised a powerful RDX-filled IED planted by the terrorists on the Sangla-Nandiyali road. A civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists in the same area in a separate incident.
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Security Force personnel also neutralised a powerful RDX-filled IED planted by the terrorists on the Sangla-Nandiyali road. A civilian was killed by unidentified terrorists in the same area in a separate incident.
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October - 13 
Three members of a family in Kangroosa-Rafiabad village were killed by terrorists on October 13.
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Three members of a family in Kangroosa-Rafiabad village were killed by terrorists on October 13.
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October - 13 
Three security force personnel and two terrorists belonging to the Al-Badar and Jaish-e-Mohammad Mujahideen-e-Tanzeem (JEM) outfits were killed in an encounter in the Thinmarg area of Mahore on October 13. Army sources, however, put the figures at on
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Three security force personnel and two terrorists belonging to the Al-Badar and Jaish-e-Mohammad Mujahideen-e-Tanzeem (JEM) outfits were killed in an encounter in the Thinmarg area of Mahore on October 13. Army sources, however, put the figures at one militant and two security force personnel dead and four security force personnel injured. According to army sources, the terrorists had escaped during a previous encounter of October 11 and October 12. A large quantity of arms and ammunition, currency notes and communication devices were recovered from the site of the encounter. With this, the total number of terrorists killed in Mahore operations has gone to eight over the past week.
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October - 13 
Two security personnel were injured when their vehicle ran over an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by terrorists at Zangam Nursery, Pattan.
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Two security personnel were injured when their vehicle ran over an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by terrorists at Zangam Nursery, Pattan.
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October - 13 
Two terrorists were killed by the Romeo Force of the Indian army in village Malhan in Surankote Tehsil on October 12. One of the two killed belonged to the Al Badar, while the identity of the other is yet to be ascertained. Some arms and ammunition w
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Two terrorists were killed by the Romeo Force of the Indian army in village Malhan in Surankote Tehsil on October 12. One of the two killed belonged to the Al Badar, while the identity of the other is yet to be ascertained. Some arms and ammunition was also recovered from the site of the incident.
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October - 13 
News Reports in the Pakistani newspaper Friday Times indicate that a fratricidal conflict has broken out between two factions of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen in the Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) region. The ongoing infighting between the two factions sin
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News Reports in the Pakistani newspaper Friday Times indicate that a fratricidal conflict has broken out between two factions of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen in the Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) region. The ongoing infighting between the two factions since early October has resulted in heavy casualties on both sides. The fighting began when Rashid Turabi of the Jamaat i-Islami tried to replace Masood Sarfaraz, a front ranking leader of the Hizbul Mujahideen, with Shamsher Khan. Friday Times quoting Jamaat i-Islami sources, also cited complaints in the last year-and-half against Masood Sarfaraz, including the arbitrary use of funds, mismanagement in the training camps and a high-handed attitude towards the party leadership. Rebellion by Sarfaraz Khan started the fighting. The exact strength of the factions is not known.
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October - 13 
The United States ordered its embassy in Pakistan to be closed until next week, amid fears of anti-American violence after the terrorist attack on its naval ship in Yemen on October 12 and the continuing clashes between Israelis and Palestinians. The
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The United States ordered its embassy in Pakistan to be closed until next week, amid fears of anti-American violence after the terrorist attack on its naval ship in Yemen on October 12 and the continuing clashes between Israelis and Palestinians. The State Department also ordered the shutting down of three other posts in Pakistan - the consulates in Karachi, Lahore and Peshawar. The State Department also warned US citizens in Pakistan to take extra security precaution in view of the prevailing situation. Emergency plans have been made at each mission for the provision of emergency citizen services.
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October - 13 
Official media sources reported that a woman member of the military wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has surrendered to the army at the Karativu camp in the Eastern province on October 13. The army claimed to have gathered signific
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Official media sources reported that a woman member of the military wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has surrendered to the army at the Karativu camp in the Eastern province on October 13. The army claimed to have gathered significant information during the course of her interrogation.
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October - 13 
On the political front, Ratnasiri Wickremanayake was sworn in as the Prime Minister, on October 13, after the People’s Alliance managed to receive support from the Sri Lankan Muslim Congress (SLMC) and the National Unity Alliance (NUA).
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On the political front, Ratnasiri Wickremanayake was sworn in as the Prime Minister, on October 13, after the People’s Alliance managed to receive support from the Sri Lankan Muslim Congress (SLMC) and the National Unity Alliance (NUA).
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October - 13 
On the political front, the Sri Lankan Muslim Congress (SLMC), a partner in the new coalition government has issued a 100-day deadline to President Chandrika Kumaratunga to implement constitutional reforms or risk a collapse of the coalition. The par
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On the political front, the Sri Lankan Muslim Congress (SLMC), a partner in the new coalition government has issued a 100-day deadline to President Chandrika Kumaratunga to implement constitutional reforms or risk a collapse of the coalition. The party spokesman firmly opposed the Prime Minister Wickremanayake's assertion on October 4 that there will be no talks with the rebels and that they should be militarily crushed. According to a delayed report filed by the newspaper The Island the LTTE last week revealed its game plan to launch a fresh attack on Jaffna indicating that it’s long range guns were positioned well within the required zone to engage Jaffna town and other strategically located areas in the peninsula, despite recent claims of the army of successful air strikes on the rebel's long range guns.
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October - 14 
A delayed report stated that a group of over a hundred left wing extremists, Naxalites of the Maoist Coordination Centre (MCC) blew up the newly constructed Bharaundha police post in Gaya district on October 14. There were no casualties in the attack
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A delayed report stated that a group of over a hundred left wing extremists, Naxalites of the Maoist Coordination Centre (MCC) blew up the newly constructed Bharaundha police post in Gaya district on October 14. There were no casualties in the attack.
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October - 14 
A second recovery was made by security forces at Hari Buddha in Poonch district, which included some ammunition and rockets.
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A second recovery was made by security forces at Hari Buddha in Poonch district, which included some ammunition and rockets.
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October - 14 
According to the delayed reports, a junior police officer and a terrorist of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) were killed in an encounter at a tea estate in North Tripura district on October 14.
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According to the delayed reports, a junior police officer and a terrorist of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) were killed in an encounter at a tea estate in North Tripura district on October 14.
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October - 14 
At Bohri Kadal, a police officer was killed when the terrorists ambushed a paramilitary patrol.
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At Bohri Kadal, a police officer was killed when the terrorists ambushed a paramilitary patrol.
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October - 14 
Five security force personnel were killed by terrorists in various incidents in the Kashmir valley on October 14.
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Five security force personnel were killed by terrorists in various incidents in the Kashmir valley on October 14.
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October - 14 
On the evening of October 14, security forces recovered a large consignment of explosives from a Kalsara in the Akhnoor sector of the Line of Control. These explosives are suspected to be a cache dumped by terrorists for future use. The recovered exp
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On the evening of October 14, security forces recovered a large consignment of explosives from a Kalsara in the Akhnoor sector of the Line of Control. These explosives are suspected to be a cache dumped by terrorists for future use. The recovered explosives include anti-tank grenades and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).
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October - 14 
One security force personnel and three civilians were injured when terrorists set off an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on Batpora Road near Nihalpora Pattan.
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One security force personnel and three civilians were injured when terrorists set off an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on Batpora Road near Nihalpora Pattan.
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October - 14 
Police arrested two collaborators of the ULFA on the same day. While one was arrested from Sonari, the details of the second arrest were not known.
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Police arrested two collaborators of the ULFA on the same day. While one was arrested from Sonari, the details of the second arrest were not known.
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October - 14 
Security arrangements have been strengthened around the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Complex in Srinagar in view of intelligence reports indicating possible terrorist attacks.
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Security arrangements have been strengthened around the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Complex in Srinagar in view of intelligence reports indicating possible terrorist attacks.
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October - 14 
Terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) attacked and injured a businessman cum local political leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at Golokganj on October 14. In a separate incident, another businessman cum BJP leader was abdu
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Terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) attacked and injured a businessman cum local political leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at Golokganj on October 14. In a separate incident, another businessman cum BJP leader was abducted from the same area by ULFA terrorists.
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October - 14 
The dead body of another security force personnel was recovered from a village in Bijbehara area of Anantnag district.
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The dead body of another security force personnel was recovered from a village in Bijbehara area of Anantnag district.
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October - 14 
Three security force personnel were killed at Sumlar in Bandipore when their patrol was attacked by terrorists. The attackers managed to escape.
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Three security force personnel were killed at Sumlar in Bandipore when their patrol was attacked by terrorists. The attackers managed to escape.
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October - 14 
The International Relations Committee of the American House of Representatives has urged the U.S. State Department Co-ordinator for Counter-terrorism to speed up the process of classifying the Pakistan based Lashkar-e-Toiba as a foreign terrorist out
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The International Relations Committee of the American House of Representatives has urged the U.S. State Department Co-ordinator for Counter-terrorism to speed up the process of classifying the Pakistan based Lashkar-e-Toiba as a foreign terrorist outfit. The Chairman of the International Relations Committee of the House, Benjamin Gilman said this in a letter to the Coordinator Michael Sheehan.
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October - 14 
In Nunavil, a lone army personnel was killed and five others were injured as the rebels, fleeing after an encounter, fired mortars at advancing troops.
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In Nunavil, a lone army personnel was killed and five others were injured as the rebels, fleeing after an encounter, fired mortars at advancing troops.
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October - 14 
In the Pahala Thopur area in Trincomalee, troops foiled a rebel attempt to flee with a tractor belonging to a civilian.
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In the Pahala Thopur area in Trincomalee, troops foiled a rebel attempt to flee with a tractor belonging to a civilian.
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October - 14 
Official media sources reported that two rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in an encounter with the troops in Nonoovil area of Jaffna peninsula on October 14. The dead bodies of the rebels, however, could not be recove
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Official media sources reported that two rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in an encounter with the troops in Nonoovil area of Jaffna peninsula on October 14. The dead bodies of the rebels, however, could not be recovered.
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October - 15 
At Manjkot in Rajouri district, one terrorist, suspected to be a foreign mercenary, was killed in a fourth encounter while an unspecified number of his associates managed to escape.
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At Manjkot in Rajouri district, one terrorist, suspected to be a foreign mercenary, was killed in a fourth encounter while an unspecified number of his associates managed to escape.
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October - 15 
Identified as a top member of the Hizbul Mujahideen, was killed at Badampora on the outskirts of Srinagar.
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Identified as a top member of the Hizbul Mujahideen, was killed at Badampora on the outskirts of Srinagar.
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October - 15 
In a separate incident, one civilian was killed and another injured, when some unidentified terrorists attacked their residence at Guddaji Sarkali in Kupwara district.
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In a separate incident, one civilian was killed and another injured, when some unidentified terrorists attacked their residence at Guddaji Sarkali in Kupwara district.
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October - 15 
In a third encounter at Molhan Phagal in Poonch district, one terrorist, yet to be identified but suspected to be a member of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI), was killed. Two associates of the slain terrorist, however, managed to escape from the sc
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In a third encounter at Molhan Phagal in Poonch district, one terrorist, yet to be identified but suspected to be a member of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI), was killed. Two associates of the slain terrorist, however, managed to escape from the scene of the encounter.
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October - 15 
In the evening of October 15, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorists were killed in an encounter at Barpora in Pulwama district.
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In the evening of October 15, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorists were killed in an encounter at Barpora in Pulwama district.
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October - 15 
One civilian was killed and another injured, in a terrorist attack, at Chhatergul in Anantnag district.
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One civilian was killed and another injured, in a terrorist attack, at Chhatergul in Anantnag district.
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October - 15 
Police in Delhi, recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition at a city's market in Azadpur and arrested four suspects in this connection on October 15. Police announced that the cache was smuggled into India from Pakistan through the Western borde
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Police in Delhi, recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition at a city's market in Azadpur and arrested four suspects in this connection on October 15. Police announced that the cache was smuggled into India from Pakistan through the Western border and was being routed through the capital for final delivery at Jalandhar in Punjab. It is suspected that this cache, which includes small and automatic guns, ammunition, explosives and other equipment, was to be used by the Babbar Khalsa group, a Sikh terrorist outfit. Police have attributed this to Pakistan's efforts to revive the dormant terrorist movement in Punjab by some Sikh outfits.
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October - 15 
Seven terrorists were killed in separate encounters by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir while three security force personnel were killed by terrorists on October 15.
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Seven terrorists were killed in separate encounters by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir while three security force personnel were killed by terrorists on October 15.
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October - 15 
Telegraph reports that on October 15 night the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres shot dead two persons at Bundu of Ranchi district. This was the third Maoist-sponsored incident in Bundu, claiming four lives within the past four days
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Telegraph reports that on October 15 night the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres shot dead two persons at Bundu of Ranchi district. This was the third Maoist-sponsored incident in Bundu, claiming four lives within the past four days.
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October - 15 
Three security force personnel were killed when a patrol party was ambushed by terrorists at Dadwali in Poonch district. The terrorists managed to escape from the scene of the ambush without suffering any casualties.
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Three security force personnel were killed when a patrol party was ambushed by terrorists at Dadwali in Poonch district. The terrorists managed to escape from the scene of the ambush without suffering any casualties.
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October - 15 
Three terrorists were killed in another encounter at Shajru Heights.
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Three terrorists were killed in another encounter at Shajru Heights.
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October - 15 
Two civilians were injured in a grenade attack on their residence at Gurveth Kalan in Budgam district. In the same district, one civilian was injured, when security forces shot at him, suspecting him to be a terrorist. The civilian was later rushed t
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Two civilians were injured in a grenade attack on their residence at Gurveth Kalan in Budgam district. In the same district, one civilian was injured, when security forces shot at him, suspecting him to be a terrorist. The civilian was later rushed to a hospital.
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October - 15 
Two suspected terrorists, yet to be identified, attempting to infiltrate into India from Pakistan were killed on the International Border in the Ramgarh near Majra post.
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Two suspected terrorists, yet to be identified, attempting to infiltrate into India from Pakistan were killed on the International Border in the Ramgarh near Majra post.
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October - 15 
Two terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed outfit, including one Pakistani mercenary, were killed in an encounter at Nunkhel Pass in Udhampur district.
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Two terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed outfit, including one Pakistani mercenary, were killed in an encounter at Nunkhel Pass in Udhampur district.
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October - 15 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) spokesman in Islamabad, has been cited as denying reports appearing in a section of the Pakistani media that the Jamaat-e-Isalmia (JeI) has taken control over the terrorist outfit. As reported earlier, a Pakistani weekly '
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) spokesman in Islamabad, has been cited as denying reports appearing in a section of the Pakistani media that the Jamaat-e-Isalmia (JeI) has taken control over the terrorist outfit. As reported earlier, a Pakistani weekly 'Friday Times', quoting JeI sources, had claimed that in the light of the fratricidal conflict between two factions of the HM in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK), the JeI had taken over the command and control of HM. According to these sources, JeI chief Qazi Hussain has formed a small committee to oversee the functioning of the terrorist outfit and will be in complete command and control of the functioning of HM which had earlier declared a unilateral cease-fire in Jammu and Kashmir.
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October - 15 
Pakistan daily, 'The Frontier Post', quoting diplomatic sources, on October 15, hinted at the possible strike by the United States on the terrorist hide-outs of Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan. The U.S State Department's decision to temporarily close
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Pakistan daily, 'The Frontier Post', quoting diplomatic sources, on October 15, hinted at the possible strike by the United States on the terrorist hide-outs of Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan. The U.S State Department's decision to temporarily close down its embassies and missions in Pakistan and the Middle East is being considered as a precautionary step before such an eventuality. According to diplomatic sources, the killing of seventeen marines during the bomb attack on the US naval ship in Yemen on October 12 is the compelling factor for the Americans.
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October - 15 
Security force personnel recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from north Waziristan on October 15. The seizure included explosives, mortar shells, Kalashnikovs and other small arms.
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Security force personnel recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from north Waziristan on October 15. The seizure included explosives, mortar shells, Kalashnikovs and other small arms.
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October - 15 
After being informed by a civilian, troops recovered and defused two claymore mines planted on the Kandy-Trincomalee main road at Pethispura.
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After being informed by a civilian, troops recovered and defused two claymore mines planted on the Kandy-Trincomalee main road at Pethispura.
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October - 15 
At Sarasalai South, on the same day, troops recovered some arms and three anti-personal mines. One soldier was injured due to a mine explosion during the operation.
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At Sarasalai South, on the same day, troops recovered some arms and three anti-personal mines. One soldier was injured due to a mine explosion during the operation.
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October - 15 
Official media sources reported that two rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in Chavakachcheri and Eluthumadduval areas, in an encounter with the troops, on October 15.
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Official media sources reported that two rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in Chavakachcheri and Eluthumadduval areas, in an encounter with the troops, on October 15.
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October - 15 
On October 15, three soldiers, engaged in mine clearing, were injured in a mine explosion in Chavakachcheri.
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On October 15, three soldiers, engaged in mine clearing, were injured in a mine explosion in Chavakachcheri.
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October - 15 
On the political front, Sri Lanka’s influential Buddhist monks, on October 15, demanded for setting up of a national government with the collective effort of the President’s People’s Alliance (PA) and the main Opposition United National Party (UNP).
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On the political front, Sri Lanka’s influential Buddhist monks, on October 15, demanded for setting up of a national government with the collective effort of the President’s People’s Alliance (PA) and the main Opposition United National Party (UNP). The monks were voicing their opinion against the ongoing race for cabinet portfolios by the minor parties in exchange for their support.
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October - 15 
The rebels, along the Kalmunai-Nawagiriyawa road, robbed two motorcycles, belonging to a civilian.
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The rebels, along the Kalmunai-Nawagiriyawa road, robbed two motorcycles, belonging to a civilian.
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October - 15 
Times of India reported that, on October 15, the security personnel blew up a three-wheel motor scooter, which was suspected to be carrying a bomb in the outskirts of Colombo.
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Times of India reported that, on October 15, the security personnel blew up a three-wheel motor scooter, which was suspected to be carrying a bomb in the outskirts of Colombo.
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October - 16 
At Mengnipora, in Baramulla district, one unidentified terrorist was killed.
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At Mengnipora, in Baramulla district, one unidentified terrorist was killed.
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October - 16 
In an interview to BBC on October 16, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen(HM) chief Syed Salahuddin claimed that internal pressure is mounting on India for a cease-fire to pave the way for talks with the terrorist outfits on the Kashmir issue. He added that there
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In an interview to BBC on October 16, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen(HM) chief Syed Salahuddin claimed that internal pressure is mounting on India for a cease-fire to pave the way for talks with the terrorist outfits on the Kashmir issue. He added that there was no need for a cease-fire call from the Hizb if India agreed to hold talks. While putting the onus on India to call a cease-fire, he pointed out that the process of dialogue could proceed even during the current terrorist phase. The Hizb chief denied reports about a split in the rank and file of the Hizb on the issue of withdrawal of cease-fire on August 8. He also denied that orders have been issued for the killings of those who favour a dialogue with India. The Hizb chief claimed that the 'chief commander(Operations)' Abdul Majeed Dar and other terrorists were in the Kashmir valley, and carrying out attacks on Indian targets. He said Dar had led the recent attacks in Baramulla, Pattan, Udhampur, and Jammu-Srinagar highway. Clarifying on reports that India may agree to include Pakistan in the talks, he said that the outfit had provided an opportunity to India for the solution of Kashmir issue by announcing a unilateral cease-fire, but India had adopted delaying tactics.
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October - 16 
In separate encounters, across the State of Jammu and Kashmir, on October 16, eleven terrorists, including eight of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed while one security force personnel was killed and four others injured in two terrorist attacks.
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In separate encounters, across the State of Jammu and Kashmir, on October 16, eleven terrorists, including eight of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed while one security force personnel was killed and four others injured in two terrorist attacks.
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October - 16 
Media reports indicated that three tribals, including one woman, were killed by terrorists of United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF) in South Tripura district on October 16.
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Media reports indicated that three tribals, including one woman, were killed by terrorists of United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF) in South Tripura district on October 16.
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October - 16 
On the night of October 16, a group of unidentified targets abducted a civilian and cut his hand at Bani Trankak in Doda district. Following this, they burnt down the house of another civilian in the same village.
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On the night of October 16, a group of unidentified targets abducted a civilian and cut his hand at Bani Trankak in Doda district. Following this, they burnt down the house of another civilian in the same village.
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October - 16 
One left wing extremist, Naxalite was killed in an encounter at the Dharmajipet forests in Rangareddy district on October 16. The encounter ensued after a group of five Janashakti Naxalites attacked a police party conducting search operations in the
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One left wing extremist, Naxalite was killed in an encounter at the Dharmajipet forests in Rangareddy district on October 16. The encounter ensued after a group of five Janashakti Naxalites attacked a police party conducting search operations in the area. Four Naxalites of the attacking group managed to escape.
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October - 16 
One mine detection party was attacked at Senai, on the Bhaderwah-Doda road. One security force personnel sustained injuries in the attack.
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One mine detection party was attacked at Senai, on the Bhaderwah-Doda road. One security force personnel sustained injuries in the attack.
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October - 16 
One security force personnel was injured in a bomb explosion, suspected to be caused by unidentified terrorists, at Papal Lamkhai in Thoubal district on October 16.
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One security force personnel was injured in a bomb explosion, suspected to be caused by unidentified terrorists, at Papal Lamkhai in Thoubal district on October 16.
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October - 16 
One security force personnel was killed while three others sustained injuries when a group of terrorists ambushed a security force detachment, engaged in landmine detection, at Magreypora near Sopore.
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One security force personnel was killed while three others sustained injuries when a group of terrorists ambushed a security force detachment, engaged in landmine detection, at Magreypora near Sopore.
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October - 16 
Security forces raided two terrorist hideouts at Dandi Dhara and Pattan in Baramulla district. A large cache of arms, ammunition, rockets explosives and equipment were recovered.
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Security forces raided two terrorist hideouts at Dandi Dhara and Pattan in Baramulla district. A large cache of arms, ammunition, rockets explosives and equipment were recovered.
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October - 16 
Six Lashkar mercenaries, suspected to be Pakistani nationals, were killed in an encounter at Cherward in Anantnag district.
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Six Lashkar mercenaries, suspected to be Pakistani nationals, were killed in an encounter at Cherward in Anantnag district.
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October - 16 
There was another bomb explosion at Langthabal Khunon. There were no casualties reported in the second explosion.
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There was another bomb explosion at Langthabal Khunon. There were no casualties reported in the second explosion.
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October - 16 
Two more Lashkar terrorists were killed in two consecutive encounters at Bachianwali near the Koliyan forests.
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Two more Lashkar terrorists were killed in two consecutive encounters at Bachianwali near the Koliyan forests.
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October - 16 
Two more unidentified terrorists were killed, in an encounter, at Deral Dhok in Udhampur district.
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Two more unidentified terrorists were killed, in an encounter, at Deral Dhok in Udhampur district.
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October - 16 
In an interview to BBC on October 16, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen(HM) chief Syed Salahuddin claimed that internal pressure is mounting on India for a cease-fire to pave the way for talks with the terrorist outfits on the Kashmir issue. He added that there
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In an interview to BBC on October 16, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen(HM) chief Syed Salahuddin claimed that internal pressure is mounting on India for a cease-fire to pave the way for talks with the terrorist outfits on the Kashmir issue. He added that there was no need for a cease-fire call from the Hizb if India agreed to hold talks. While putting the onus on India to call a cease-fire, he pointed out that the process of dialogue could proceed even during the current terrorist phase. The Hizb chief denied reports about a split in the rank and file of the Hizb on the issue of withdrawal of cease-fire on August 8. He also denied that orders have been issued for the killings of those who favour a dialogue with India. The Hizb chief claimed that the 'chief commander(Operations)' Abdul Majeed Dar and other terrorists were in the Kashmir valley, and carrying out attacks on Indian targets. He said Dar had led the recent attacks in Baramulla, Pattan, Udhampur, and Jammu-Srinagar highway. Clarifying on reports that India may agree to include Pakistan in the talks, he said that the outfit had provided an opportunity to India for the solution of Kashmir issue by announcing a unilateral cease-fire, but India had adopted delaying tactics.
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October - 16 
Quoting a private US news channel 'CBS', the Pakistani media, on October 16, reported that the US State Department in its recent report has concluded that Pakistan supports cross-border terrorism. The CBS quotes the most recent State Department repor
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Quoting a private US news channel 'CBS', the Pakistani media, on October 16, reported that the US State Department in its recent report has concluded that Pakistan supports cross-border terrorism. The CBS quotes the most recent State Department report on terrorism, which concludes that the Pakistani government has supported terrorist groups that are engaged in violence in Kashmir and has also provided indirect support for terrorists in Afghanistan. The report also mentions that the government has tolerated terrorists living and moving freely within its territory.
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October - 16 
The Mohajir Quami Movement-Haquiqi (MQM-H) has sent a request to the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Kofi Annan, asking him to use his good offices to extradite Altaf Hussain, the self-exiled leader of the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM
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The Mohajir Quami Movement-Haquiqi (MQM-H) has sent a request to the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Kofi Annan, asking him to use his good offices to extradite Altaf Hussain, the self-exiled leader of the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) from London to Pakistan. The secretary-general of the MQM-H, Amir Khan blamed the MQM-A for large-scale sectarian violence in Pakistan.
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October - 16 
Media reports stated that a fourteen-year old Maoist insurgent surrendered before the district administration at Rukum recently. No further details were available.
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Media reports stated that a fourteen-year old Maoist insurgent surrendered before the district administration at Rukum recently. No further details were available.
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October - 16 
Official media sources reported that five rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed as troops attacked and destroyed a rebel bunker in Nunavil area of the Jaffna Peninsula on October 16. Some arms were recovered in a subsequen
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Official media sources reported that five rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed as troops attacked and destroyed a rebel bunker in Nunavil area of the Jaffna Peninsula on October 16. Some arms were recovered in a subsequent search operation carried out in the area.
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October - 17 
Conflicting versions have appeared on an infiltration attempt by a group of four unidentified terrorists through the Line of Control (LoC) at Paharpur in Kathua district after escaping from a brief encounter with forces posted in the LoC post on Octo
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Conflicting versions have appeared on an infiltration attempt by a group of four unidentified terrorists through the Line of Control (LoC) at Paharpur in Kathua district after escaping from a brief encounter with forces posted in the LoC post on October 17. While security forces maintain that the infiltrators were forced to retreat back to Pakistan after the encounter, locals of the area maintain that the infiltrators were hiding in villages within Indian controlled territory around the LoC outpost.
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October - 17 
Four terrorists, including a top Hizb-ul-Mujahideen 'commander', and one child were killed in terrorist related violence on October 17 in Jammu and Kashmir. A news report has also indicated the possibility of some terrorists surrendering on October 1
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Four terrorists, including a top Hizb-ul-Mujahideen 'commander', and one child were killed in terrorist related violence on October 17 in Jammu and Kashmir. A news report has also indicated the possibility of some terrorists surrendering on October 18.
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October - 17 
In a third encounter near the Line of Control (LoC) at Keran in Kupwara district, one Pakistani mercenary was killed.
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In a third encounter near the Line of Control (LoC) at Keran in Kupwara district, one Pakistani mercenary was killed.
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October - 17 
In another encounter at the Pir Panjal ranges in Poonch district, two terrorists including one activist of the Jehad-e-Muslim was killed.
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In another encounter at the Pir Panjal ranges in Poonch district, two terrorists including one activist of the Jehad-e-Muslim was killed.
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October - 17 
In Baramulla district, one civilian was injured in a terrorist attack at Pattan.
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In Baramulla district, one civilian was injured in a terrorist attack at Pattan.
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October - 17 
In the night of October 17, eight terrorists were killed in an encounter at Thin Marh Dhok in Udhampur district. Five of the slain terrorists were identified as Pakistani nationals, which includes one activist of the Jehad-e-Muslim and four of the La
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In the night of October 17, eight terrorists were killed in an encounter at Thin Marh Dhok in Udhampur district. Five of the slain terrorists were identified as Pakistani nationals, which includes one activist of the Jehad-e-Muslim and four of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). The other three are yet to be identified.
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October - 17 
In two separate incidents, two terrorists of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) and one terrorist of the NLFT, were arrested by from Khowai and Sonamura area.
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In two separate incidents, two terrorists of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) and one terrorist of the NLFT, were arrested by from Khowai and Sonamura area.
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October - 17 
On October 17, a news report citing security force sources said that a group of 11 Pakistan-trained terrorists are to surrender on October 18 at Surankote in Poonch district. The news report adds that these terrorists include members from the Hizbul
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On October 17, a news report citing security force sources said that a group of 11 Pakistan-trained terrorists are to surrender on October 18 at Surankote in Poonch district. The news report adds that these terrorists include members from the Hizbul Mujahideen, Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen, Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI) and Lashkar-e-Toiba outfit with most of them hailing from Poonch and Rajouri districts.
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October - 17 
On October 17, in two separate incidents, terrorists abducted three persons from South Tripura and Dhalai district.
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On October 17, in two separate incidents, terrorists abducted three persons from South Tripura and Dhalai district.
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October - 17 
On October 17, the delegation met the chairman of Hurriyat Conference Abdul Gani Bhat. The Hurriyat chief is reported to have remarked during the meeting that a solution to the Kashmir problem alone could ensure peace in South Asia adding that the Pa
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On October 17, the delegation met the chairman of Hurriyat Conference Abdul Gani Bhat. The Hurriyat chief is reported to have remarked during the meeting that a solution to the Kashmir problem alone could ensure peace in South Asia adding that the Palestine example has proved that vital issues cannot be settled through "unrealistic" solutions. The team of diplomats included Elisabeth I Millard and Sheeta T Patel, second secretaries for political affairs and Major Jeffery H Wright, Assistant Army Attache. The team also met the editor of a Jammu based newspaper Daily Excelsior and reviewed the current situation prevailing in Jammu and Kashmir.
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October - 17 
One child was killed and another injured in a landmine explosion at Patra in Kupwara district
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One child was killed and another injured in a landmine explosion at Patra in Kupwara district
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October - 17 
One terrorist, described by news reports as the most wanted 'commander' of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Nazir Cobra, was killed in an encounter at Hanjivera in Baramulla district. He was reported to be an expert in the fabrication and planting of Improvis
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One terrorist, described by news reports as the most wanted 'commander' of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Nazir Cobra, was killed in an encounter at Hanjivera in Baramulla district. He was reported to be an expert in the fabrication and planting of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).
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October - 17 
Police sources in Guwahati, Assam claimed that scores of terrorists are slipping into Indian territory as they being starved out of their border bases inside Bhutan. Interrogation of arrested terrorists revealed that drying up of supply of provisions
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Police sources in Guwahati, Assam claimed that scores of terrorists are slipping into Indian territory as they being starved out of their border bases inside Bhutan. Interrogation of arrested terrorists revealed that drying up of supply of provisions had forced them to move out of their bases. In recent months, Indian and Bhutanese troops while patrolling along the Indo-Bhutanese border have also cut off supply lines of the terrorists.
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October - 17 
Two civilians were injured in a hand grenade attack by unidentified terrorists at Nawab Bazar in Srinagar. The hand grenade was lobbed at a security force post but missed the target.
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Two civilians were injured in a hand grenade attack by unidentified terrorists at Nawab Bazar in Srinagar. The hand grenade was lobbed at a security force post but missed the target.
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October - 17 
Two suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Al-Badr were killed in another encounter at Mengnipora. One civilian and one Special Police Officer sustained injuries in the encounter.
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Two suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Al-Badr were killed in another encounter at Mengnipora. One civilian and one Special Police Officer sustained injuries in the encounter.
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October - 17 
Police sources in Guwahati, Assam claimed that scores of terrorists are slipping into Indian territory as they being starved out of their border bases inside Bhutan. Interrogation of arrested terrorists revealed that drying up of supply of provisions
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Police sources in Guwahati, Assam claimed that scores of terrorists are slipping into Indian territory as they being starved out of their border bases inside Bhutan. Interrogation of arrested terrorists revealed that drying up of supply of provisions had forced them to move out of their bases. In recent months, Indian and Bhutanese troops while patrolling along the Indo-Bhutanese border have also cut off supply lines of the terrorists.
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October - 17 
Eight rebels were killed in separate encounters in the areas of Colombuturai, Eluthumadduval and Chavakkachcheri.
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Eight rebels were killed in separate encounters in the areas of Colombuturai, Eluthumadduval and Chavakkachcheri.
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October - 17 
In the Chemmani area, two soldiers were killed and seven injured when the tractor, they were travelling in, was blown up in an anti-tank mine explosion.
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In the Chemmani area, two soldiers were killed and seven injured when the tractor, they were travelling in, was blown up in an anti-tank mine explosion.
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October - 17 
Official sources added that, on October 17, in the Colombuturai area, a civilian was injured in an anti-personnel mine explosion.
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Official sources added that, on October 17, in the Colombuturai area, a civilian was injured in an anti-personnel mine explosion.
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October - 17 
On the political front, former army spokesman Sarath Munasingha, a member of Parliament and member of the ruling People's Alliance, was elected as the deputy speaker of the Parliament. Meanwhile, a faction of the Sri Lankan Muslim Congress (SLMC) led
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On the political front, former army spokesman Sarath Munasingha, a member of Parliament and member of the ruling People's Alliance, was elected as the deputy speaker of the Parliament. Meanwhile, a faction of the Sri Lankan Muslim Congress (SLMC) led by Fariel Ashraff, wife of the late minister M. H. M. Ashraff has pledged its support to the People’s Alliance (PA). This comes in the wake of the split in the SLMC over the issue of support to the PA when one faction led by the SLMC co-leader Rauff Hakeem wanted the PA to sign a ‘Memorandum of Understanding’. This provides some stability to the coalition government before it adopts the Constitution Reforms Bill. Endorsing her Foreign Minister’s statement in Oslo on October 17, Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga, on the same day, assured Norway of her Government’s commitment to a peaceful solution to the ethnic problem by saying that, she ‘looked forward to Oslo continuing its efforts in the peace process’. This indicates a quick turn round from her election speeches, which had ruled out mediation and had hinted at an exclusively military solution to the ethnic problem. The President's views, in the form of a letter, were conveyed to the Norwegian Prime Minister by the Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar during his recent visit to the country.
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October - 17 
On the political front, opposition United National Party (UNP) member Anura Bandaranaike, who is also President Chandrika Kumaratunga’s brother, is set to become the speaker of the new parliament when it meets for the first time on October 18, This i
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On the political front, opposition United National Party (UNP) member Anura Bandaranaike, who is also President Chandrika Kumaratunga’s brother, is set to become the speaker of the new parliament when it meets for the first time on October 18, This indicates a possible consensus between the ruling People’s Alliance (PA) and the opposition UNP. A consensus between the two will be required if the Constitution Reforms Bill, aimed at addressing the redressing the grievances of the minority Tamil community, is to be adopted by the split Parliament.
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October - 17 
the Sri Lankan Muslim Congress, with eleven seats in the new parliament, suffered a split over the issue of extending support to the PA. Earlier on October 16, Sihala Urumaya, the hardline Sinhala Buddhist nationalist party, had split over the issue
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the Sri Lankan Muslim Congress, with eleven seats in the new parliament, suffered a split over the issue of extending support to the PA. Earlier on October 16, Sihala Urumaya, the hardline Sinhala Buddhist nationalist party, had split over the issue of representation in the Parliament. The ‘Asian Age’ reported that the foreign minister of Sri Lanka Lakshman Kadirgamar, in press conference in Oslo on October 17, has welcomed Norway once again to continue its peacemaking effort in the nation’s civil war by saying, "We want Norway to remain engaged in the process". This statement is in contrast to President Kumaratunga’s October 6 statement which ruled out any reconciliation efforts with the LTTE.
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October - 18 
A team of Delhi-based US diplomats, on a visit to the State of Jammu and Kashmir, held wide ranging discussions with the State Chief Secretary Ashok Jaitly on October 18. The discussions covered the overall situation in the militancy-torn State and a
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A team of Delhi-based US diplomats, on a visit to the State of Jammu and Kashmir, held wide ranging discussions with the State Chief Secretary Ashok Jaitly on October 18. The discussions covered the overall situation in the militancy-torn State and also the development efforts launched by the Government. The Chief Secretary is reported to have told the diplomats that the overall security scenario in the State has "improved considerably" and the State Government has embarked upon a massive development programme. He added that a strategy has also been devised to tackle unemployment problem, which includes implementation of several self-employment programmes as the number of educated unemployed youth in the State has reached 0.15 million.
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October - 18 
Delayed reports stated that a terrorist of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was killed in an encounter with security forces at Tengabari close to Mangaldai town on October 18. Some arms were recovered from the site of the encounter.
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Delayed reports stated that a terrorist of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was killed in an encounter with security forces at Tengabari close to Mangaldai town on October 18. Some arms were recovered from the site of the encounter.
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October - 18 
Delayed reports stated that eleven terrorists escaped from Mokokchung district prison in Nagaland on October 18. Following this escape, Police sealed all the exit points leading out of Mokochung town as part of their efforts to nab the terrorists.
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Delayed reports stated that eleven terrorists escaped from Mokokchung district prison in Nagaland on October 18. Following this escape, Police sealed all the exit points leading out of Mokochung town as part of their efforts to nab the terrorists.
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October - 18 
In an interview to sentinel.com appearing on October 18, a senior security official in Guwahati said that terrorist outfits backed by National Socialist Council of Nagaland -Isak-Muivah, (NSCN-IM) in Assam and Meghalaya are trying to secure a safe pa
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In an interview to sentinel.com appearing on October 18, a senior security official in Guwahati said that terrorist outfits backed by National Socialist Council of Nagaland -Isak-Muivah, (NSCN-IM) in Assam and Meghalaya are trying to secure a safe passage from Nagaland through the two Assam hill districts of Karbi Anglong and North Chachar Hills and Meghalaya, to Bangladesh to transport arms and ammunition. This is part of efforts to promote Shillong in Meghalaya as their operational headquarters. He added that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the NSCN-IM have set up camps and hideouts in and around Shillong, where they exchange consignments of arms and ammunition brought through Bangladesh. He also said that different components of security forces are jointly working to check the entry of terrorists despite difficult terrain and topography of the region.
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October - 18 
In another encounter at Kaamad in Anantnag district, two terrorists, yet to be identified but suspected to be members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), were killed.
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In another encounter at Kaamad in Anantnag district, two terrorists, yet to be identified but suspected to be members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), were killed.
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October - 18 
In another encounter at the Kandi forests in Kupwara district, one terrorist was killed.
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In another encounter at the Kandi forests in Kupwara district, one terrorist was killed.
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October - 18 
In another incident, a person, suspected to be an NLFT terrorist, was killed by security forces in South Tripura district.
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In another incident, a person, suspected to be an NLFT terrorist, was killed by security forces in South Tripura district.
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October - 18 
In separate incidents, tribal terrorists abducted five persons from different places of South Tripura and Dhalai districts.
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In separate incidents, tribal terrorists abducted five persons from different places of South Tripura and Dhalai districts.
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October - 18 
In West Tripura district, one tribal youth was killed by terrorists of the NLFT.
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In West Tripura district, one tribal youth was killed by terrorists of the NLFT.
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October - 18 
On October 18, 12 terrorists, hailing from different outfits, surrendered to security force authorities at Surankote town in Poonch district. As reported earlier security forces had announced the imminent surrender on October 17. These surrendered te
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On October 18, 12 terrorists, hailing from different outfits, surrendered to security force authorities at Surankote town in Poonch district. As reported earlier security forces had announced the imminent surrender on October 17. These surrendered terrorists included seven activists of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami, two of the Lashkar-e-Toiba activists, two of Tehrik-e-Jehad-e-Islami and one of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen. The surrendered terrorists are reported to have said that in "…the name of ‘jehad’ we and our associates were being forced to resort to killings of innocent civilians and other immoral activities", and also added that "we preferred to surrender instead of following the dictates of Pakistan and its mercenaries". Speaking on the occasion, the General Officer Commanding, of the Romeo Force, a counter-insurgent division of the Indian Army, said that he expected other misguided youths, along with the active support of prominent citizens and local population, to support this great cause and come forward in large number to renounce terrorism and restore peace. He called upon other militants to surrender and get rehabilitated honourably rather than losing their lives in the encounters at the behest of foreign mercenaries. He also added that the surrenders were the result of concerted efforts made by army and police in close co-operation with each other.
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October - 18 
On October 18, one terrorist of the NLFT was killed by a village resistance group in Kailashahar sub division.
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On October 18, one terrorist of the NLFT was killed by a village resistance group in Kailashahar sub division.
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October - 18 
One National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorist was killed and another arrested in an encounter with the security force personnel in South Tripura on October 18.
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One National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorist was killed and another arrested in an encounter with the security force personnel in South Tripura on October 18.
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October - 18 
One security force personnel was injured during an encounter at Jamanagar in Pulwama district.
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One security force personnel was injured during an encounter at Jamanagar in Pulwama district.
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October - 18 
One terrorist of the Al-Badr was arrested when security forces raided a hide-out at Handwara in Kupwara district. Some arms, ammunition and explosives were recovered.
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One terrorist of the Al-Badr was arrested when security forces raided a hide-out at Handwara in Kupwara district. Some arms, ammunition and explosives were recovered.
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October - 18 
One terrorist of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was killed in an encounter in Assam's Darrang district on October 18.
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One terrorist of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was killed in an encounter in Assam's Darrang district on October 18.
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October - 18 
One terrorist was killed while trying to attack a security force post at Shadipora in Baramulla district.
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One terrorist was killed while trying to attack a security force post at Shadipora in Baramulla district.
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October - 18 
Security forces recovered some arms, ammunition and explosives equipment during search operations carried out at Sathra in Poonch district.
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Security forces recovered some arms, ammunition and explosives equipment during search operations carried out at Sathra in Poonch district.
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October - 18 
The Jammu and Kashmir Governor G C Saxena, on October 18, rejected the demand of Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen leader Syed Salahuddin that India should unilaterally declare a cease-fire in the State. Speaking to the media in New Delhi after meetin
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The Jammu and Kashmir Governor G C Saxena, on October 18, rejected the demand of Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen leader Syed Salahuddin that India should unilaterally declare a cease-fire in the State. Speaking to the media in New Delhi after meeting Union Home Minister L K Advani, he said that the demand of Salahuddin "is a non-starter". He accused Islamabad with being disinclined to support a peace initiative. Clarifying on the possibility of resumption of negotiations between the Government and the terrorists he said "the factors which impelled Hizbul Mujahideen to give a call for a cease-fire are still operating....They (militants) have to make up their mind on which way to go". Elaborating on this, he said that the people in J&K were "totally fed up" with militancy and wanted peace adding that the "…people are also opposing the domination of foreign mercenaries". Maintaining that India "wanted to go ahead" with the dialogue with Hizbul Mujahideen, the Governor clarified that its leadership in Pakistan made "unacceptable" demands, gave an "ultimatum" and "called it off". Speaking on the situation in the State, he asserted that "the success rate of the security forces vis-a-vis the militants has been very good in the last few months" despite intensification of militancy by Pakistan.
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October - 18 
Three left wing extremists, Naxalites, of the Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist's (CPI-ML) Janasakthi faction were killed and some arms recovered during an encounter at Gandika-maram in the border between Warangal and Karimnagar districts on
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Three left wing extremists, Naxalites, of the Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist's (CPI-ML) Janasakthi faction were killed and some arms recovered during an encounter at Gandika-maram in the border between Warangal and Karimnagar districts on October 18.
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October - 18 
Three Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed in an encounter at Shajroo Phagla in Udhampur district on October 18.
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Three Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba were killed in an encounter at Shajroo Phagla in Udhampur district on October 18.
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October - 18 
Three terrorists were killed in an encounter at Deval Doke in Udhampur district on October 18.
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Three terrorists were killed in an encounter at Deval Doke in Udhampur district on October 18.
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October - 18 
Two collaborators of another Naxalite outfit, the People’s War Group (PWG) were arrested in Akkampet in Warrangal district. The two were reported to be helping the outfit by convening local meetings.
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Two collaborators of another Naxalite outfit, the People’s War Group (PWG) were arrested in Akkampet in Warrangal district. The two were reported to be helping the outfit by convening local meetings.
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October - 18 
Two terrorists, including one identified as a member of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, were arrested from Baramulla district.
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Two terrorists, including one identified as a member of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, were arrested from Baramulla district.
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October - 18 
A cabinet meeting chaired by Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf on October 18 is reported to have taken a serious view of anti-Pakistan statements made by the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) and warned such groups of strong a
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A cabinet meeting chaired by Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf on October 18 is reported to have taken a serious view of anti-Pakistan statements made by the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) and warned such groups of strong action. As reported earlier, these anti-Pakistan statements were made by the MQM-A during a recent visit of its delegation to India. Official sources said that the government has sought a report on the activities of the MQM-A. The names of MQM leader Altaf Hussain and the entire MQM delegation, which visited India were specifically mentioned in this regard. It also decided to put names of all such individuals on the Exit Control List (ECL), to prevent them from going abroad.
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October - 18 
The chief of Jaish-e-Mohammed(JeM), Maulana Masood Azhar has said that jehad is the only solution to the Kashmir issue. Addressing the outfit's Jehad conference in Lahore on October 18, he said that the decision of cease-fire by Hizb-ul-Mujahideen in
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The chief of Jaish-e-Mohammed(JeM), Maulana Masood Azhar has said that jehad is the only solution to the Kashmir issue. Addressing the outfit's Jehad conference in Lahore on October 18, he said that the decision of cease-fire by Hizb-ul-Mujahideen in July 2000 was an isolated act on their part and asserted that JeM believes in continous jehad. Masood Azhar also added that the outfit desires to build a close association with Sipah-e-Sahaba (SSP), a Sunni sectarian politico-terrorist outfit operating in Pakistan.
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October - 18 
One civilian was killed and several others attacked by Maoist insurgents at the Pandu Sain village in Bajura district. This was reportedly a retaliatory attack, after the villagers allowed police to establish a security post in their village.
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One civilian was killed and several others attacked by Maoist insurgents at the Pandu Sain village in Bajura district. This was reportedly a retaliatory attack, after the villagers allowed police to establish a security post in their village.
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October - 18 
Official media sources reported that three soldiers were killed as troops successfully foiled an attempt by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to take over an army camp in Ganeshpuram in the Wanni region on October 18. An associate
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Official media sources reported that three soldiers were killed as troops successfully foiled an attempt by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to take over an army camp in Ganeshpuram in the Wanni region on October 18. An associate of the rebels too was killed in the encounter. The report did not specify the number of the rebel casualties. However, in a contradicting report, independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that the camp has been taken over by the rebels following a series of attacks in which four soldiers and a rebel were killed and 13 soldiers were injured.
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October - 18 
On October 18, a senior journalist was killed in an attack by unidentified terrorists in Jaffna. His parents and another relative were injured when the attackers used a grenade.
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On October 18, a senior journalist was killed in an attack by unidentified terrorists in Jaffna. His parents and another relative were injured when the attackers used a grenade.
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October - 19 
A terrorist of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) surrendered before army authorities in Kamrup district of Assam on October 19.
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A terrorist of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) surrendered before army authorities in Kamrup district of Assam on October 19.
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October - 19 
Four terrorists were killed in three separate encounters in different parts of Imphal on October 19. While two terrorists were killed in an encounter at Samakeithel, one each were killed in Keirao and Chingamakha.
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Four terrorists were killed in three separate encounters in different parts of Imphal on October 19. While two terrorists were killed in an encounter at Samakeithel, one each were killed in Keirao and Chingamakha.
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October - 19 
In a separate incident, the security forces arrested a collaborator of the NLFT.
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In a separate incident, the security forces arrested a collaborator of the NLFT.
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October - 19 
Making a statement in the State Legislative Assembly in Srinagar on October 19, the J&K Minister of State for Home, Mr Mushtaq Ahmad Lone disclosed that an estimated 2565 persons including 1210 terrorists, 720 civilians and 635 security force personn
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Making a statement in the State Legislative Assembly in Srinagar on October 19, the J&K Minister of State for Home, Mr Mushtaq Ahmad Lone disclosed that an estimated 2565 persons including 1210 terrorists, 720 civilians and 635 security force personnel have been killed in terrorism-related incidents in Jammu and Kashmir this year so far. He also said that in many cases innocent civilians also have become victims of the security forces in their fight against terrorists adding that action was being taken against the security forces for their overreaction in such cases.
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October - 19 
On October 19, a former terrorist of the All Tripura Tribal Force (ATTF) who had surrendered in 1994 and was working in a government department, was killed by NLFT terrorists at Kalyanpur in West Tripura district.
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On October 19, a former terrorist of the All Tripura Tribal Force (ATTF) who had surrendered in 1994 and was working in a government department, was killed by NLFT terrorists at Kalyanpur in West Tripura district.
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October - 19 
On October 19, media sources reported that a committee of the State Home Department has approved a Rs. 45 million package to counter left wing, Naxalite violence in Maharashtra. This package includes purchase of anti-landmine vehicles, communication
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On October 19, media sources reported that a committee of the State Home Department has approved a Rs. 45 million package to counter left wing, Naxalite violence in Maharashtra. This package includes purchase of anti-landmine vehicles, communication and other equipment. The package also includes construction and fortification of selected police posts in the Naxal prone areas of Gadchiroli district.
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October - 19 
On October 19, three terrorists including a 'commander' of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, were killed in an encounter at Hella in Udhampur district. The slain 'commander is a Pakistani national while the other two were Kashmiri residents.
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On October 19, three terrorists including a 'commander' of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, were killed in an encounter at Hella in Udhampur district. The slain 'commander is a Pakistani national while the other two were Kashmiri residents.
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October - 19 
The Chief Minister of Mizoram, in a press conference in Delhi, on October 19, declared that his government would have 'no objection' if the cease-fire with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah, NSCN(I-M) is extended to other parts o
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The Chief Minister of Mizoram, in a press conference in Delhi, on October 19, declared that his government would have 'no objection' if the cease-fire with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah, NSCN(I-M) is extended to other parts of North Eastern regions. He also offered his services for mediation with Naga terrorists to tackle terrorism in the region.
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October - 19 
Three security force personnel were killed and four injured when suspected Bodo terrorists ambushed a security party at Gossainnichina in Kokrajhar district on October 19. One civilian was also injured in the ambush.
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Three security force personnel were killed and four injured when suspected Bodo terrorists ambushed a security party at Gossainnichina in Kokrajhar district on October 19. One civilian was also injured in the ambush.
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October - 19 
Two terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) were killed in separate encounters in North Tripura and Dhalai districts on October 19. These encounters were a result of 'Operation Sunlight', a counter-insurgency operation launched
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Two terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) were killed in separate encounters in North Tripura and Dhalai districts on October 19. These encounters were a result of 'Operation Sunlight', a counter-insurgency operation launched by security forces in these two districts of Tripura. Some incriminating documents were recovered from the sites of the encounters.
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October - 19 
A Pakistani weekly 'Friday Times' has reported that the feud between the terrorist outfits Harkat ul-Mujahideren (HM) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) have begun to worry the Mujahideen rank-and-file. The report points out that the growth of JeM, the recen
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A Pakistani weekly 'Friday Times' has reported that the feud between the terrorist outfits Harkat ul-Mujahideren (HM) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) have begun to worry the Mujahideen rank-and-file. The report points out that the growth of JeM, the recent terrorist outfit floated by Maulana Masood Azhar, has resulted in the Harkat being reduced to a non-entity. Quoting Harkat sources, the report mentions that the JeM has succeeded in drawing many ex-HM cadres into its fold and has also captured the assets of Harkat. The feud between Harkat and JeM and the growth of the latter is being attributed to Masood Azhar's links with Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) and Lashkar-e-Jhangvi(LeJ), Sunni sectarian politico-terrorist outfits operating in Pakistan. Sources said that many ex-HM cadres have sectarian leanings and they were not happy with the decision taken by the HM leadership to sever ties with the SSP and LeJ.
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October - 19 
The Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) chief, Altaf Hussain defended the recent statements made by its leadership. In an open letter issued from London on October 19, he pointed out that the struggle of the Mohajirs should not be termed as an act
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The Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) chief, Altaf Hussain defended the recent statements made by its leadership. In an open letter issued from London on October 19, he pointed out that the struggle of the Mohajirs should not be termed as an act of treason. As reported earlier, the Pakistani government has asked for a detailed report on the recent anti-Pakistan statements made by the MQM-A leadership. While condemning the arrest of MQM-A activists by the Pakistan government, he also said that the Mohajirs would remain united until their rights were restored to them.
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October - 19 
In other encounters, four rebels were killed in the Madduvil and south of Sarasalai areas.
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In other encounters, four rebels were killed in the Madduvil and south of Sarasalai areas.
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October - 19 
Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that rebels have taken over the main supply line of the troops in Nagar Kovil area amidst heavy fighting on October 19. The ‘Asian Age’ quoted army sources as having accepted the reversals. Four ar
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Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that rebels have taken over the main supply line of the troops in Nagar Kovil area amidst heavy fighting on October 19. The ‘Asian Age’ quoted army sources as having accepted the reversals. Four army personnel were killed and forty-four injured in the attack. Official sources accepted the rebel claim of destroying two helicopter gunships in a mortar attack in the area on October 19. However, they maintained that all crew members were rescued.
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October - 19 
Official media sources reported that more than twenty sea tigers, the naval wing of the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed and many others injured after the Sri Lankan navy engaged and destroyed three rebel boats off the coast
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Official media sources reported that more than twenty sea tigers, the naval wing of the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed and many others injured after the Sri Lankan navy engaged and destroyed three rebel boats off the coast of Vettilaikerni on October 19. Five other boats, however, managed to escape. Two naval crafts were damaged in the encounter. The navy also claimed to have destroyed a rebel fuel dump in the area.
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October - 19 
Official media sources reported that three persons were killed and twenty-one others injured in the suicide bomb attack, allegedly carried out by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), opposite the Town Hall in Colombo on October 19. The killed
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Official media sources reported that three persons were killed and twenty-one others injured in the suicide bomb attack, allegedly carried out by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), opposite the Town Hall in Colombo on October 19. The killed include one police officer and a civilian while the injured include two police personnel and three American nationals The police have arrested five persons in this connection. However, independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reiterated that only the suicide bomber was killed in the incident. Tamilnet.com further reported that over a hundred soldiers of the Sri Lankan army were killed and more that three hundred injured in a rebel attack over the forward defence lines of Nagarkovil base on October 19. In the same area, five crew of an Air Force MI- 24 helicopter gunship and another army helicopter were killed when these were shot down by rebels in Jaffna Peninsula. Official sources have confirmed only the loss one gunship and reported that four crew members were injured and one crew member was rescued. Tamilnet.com also reported that the troops raided the camps of the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation (TELO) in Mannar town and Vavuniya on October 19 and recovered a large quantity of arms from them. Only a day before, Selvam Adaikalanathan, the TELO leader in the new parliament had warned that, the "Tamil people" would in the future rise in anger against discrimination.
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October - 19 
Official sources added that four rebels were killed as troops destroyed a bunker, south of Sarasalai on October 19.
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Official sources added that four rebels were killed as troops destroyed a bunker, south of Sarasalai on October 19.
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October - 19 
On the political front the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF), with five members in the new Parliament has urged the Government to halt the war and commence negotiations with the LTTE with mediation provided by Norway or any other country.
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On the political front the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF), with five members in the new Parliament has urged the Government to halt the war and commence negotiations with the LTTE with mediation provided by Norway or any other country.
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October - 19 
Security forces have asked Ministers not to participate in events conducted at private locations. The step is being reportedly taken in view of intelligence information on possible attacks by rebel suicide bombers.
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Security forces have asked Ministers not to participate in events conducted at private locations. The step is being reportedly taken in view of intelligence information on possible attacks by rebel suicide bombers.
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October - 19 
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office of the British government, in a letter to ‘Prajathanthra’, an NGO in Sri Lanka, has stated that UK should not be used as a base for supporting terrorism overseas and the British government does not accept that terr
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The Foreign and Commonwealth Office of the British government, in a letter to ‘Prajathanthra’, an NGO in Sri Lanka, has stated that UK should not be used as a base for supporting terrorism overseas and the British government does not accept that terrorists feel welcome in the United. Kingdom or that they can act with impunity". This is a response to an earlier letter written by the body to the Foreign Secretary of the UK, on the LTTE's activities in the United Kingdom.
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October - 19 
The Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake on October 19 briefed the new Cabinet of Ministers on the Security precautions they should take in view of the present security situation in the country.
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The Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake on October 19 briefed the new Cabinet of Ministers on the Security precautions they should take in view of the present security situation in the country.
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October - 20 
A third terrorist, a member of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, was killed at Brar in Anantnag district by unidentified persons.
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A third terrorist, a member of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, was killed at Brar in Anantnag district by unidentified persons.
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October - 20 
In another encounter at Sathra in Poonch district, one terrorist, suspected to be a Pakistani mercenary of the Al-Jehad was killed.
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In another encounter at Sathra in Poonch district, one terrorist, suspected to be a Pakistani mercenary of the Al-Jehad was killed.
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October - 20 
In Baramulla district, a village headman was killed by unidentified terrorists at Krash-hama.
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In Baramulla district, a village headman was killed by unidentified terrorists at Krash-hama.
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October - 20 
On the evening of October 20, two Pakistani mercenaries and one Kashmiri terrorist, part of a group attempting to infiltrate from across the Line of Control, were killed when the group was detected by security forces at Shambarg. Other members of the
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On the evening of October 20, two Pakistani mercenaries and one Kashmiri terrorist, part of a group attempting to infiltrate from across the Line of Control, were killed when the group was detected by security forces at Shambarg. Other members of the infiltrating group managed to escape.
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October - 20 
One Pakistani mercenary of the Harkat-ul-Ansaar was killed in an encounter at Hayatpora in Budgam district. Another terrorist of the same outfit was killed at Harath near Rafeeabad.
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One Pakistani mercenary of the Harkat-ul-Ansaar was killed in an encounter at Hayatpora in Budgam district. Another terrorist of the same outfit was killed at Harath near Rafeeabad.
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October - 20 
Police in Uttar Pradesh have reported that three terrorists of the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) were arrested while trying to enter India through the Nepal-India border at the Sonali check post on the night of October 20. Police claimed that
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Police in Uttar Pradesh have reported that three terrorists of the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) were arrested while trying to enter India through the Nepal-India border at the Sonali check post on the night of October 20. Police claimed that the three, including one carrying a Pakistani passport, received arms training in Pakistan and were planning to go to Kashmir. Police added that the three revealed details, during questioning, about the activities of terrorist outfits like the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Lashkar-e-Toiba and Alwar Mujahideen.
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October - 20 
Security forces raided and destroyed a hide-out of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI) at Dandi Dhara in Poonch district. Some ammunition was recovered from the site.
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Security forces raided and destroyed a hide-out of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI) at Dandi Dhara in Poonch district. Some ammunition was recovered from the site.
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October - 20 
The body of one civilian, who had been abducted by unidentified terrorists from Batriaz in Poonch district on October 19 was recovered on the evening of October 20.
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The body of one civilian, who had been abducted by unidentified terrorists from Batriaz in Poonch district on October 19 was recovered on the evening of October 20.
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October - 20 
Two politicians of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI(M)) were killed by terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Baishamanipara in South Tripura district on October 20.
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Two politicians of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI(M)) were killed by terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Baishamanipara in South Tripura district on October 20.
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October - 20 
Two terrorists, yet to be identified but suspected to be members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), were killed in an encounter at Kaskoot in Doda district on October 20.
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Two terrorists, yet to be identified but suspected to be members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), were killed in an encounter at Kaskoot in Doda district on October 20.
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October - 20 
Unidentified terrorists killed one civilian, suspecting him of being an informer of security forces, at Gund-e-Manchhar in Kupwara district.
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Unidentified terrorists killed one civilian, suspecting him of being an informer of security forces, at Gund-e-Manchhar in Kupwara district.
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October - 20 
A Pakistani news report stated that the Lashakar-e-Toiba (LeT) is planning to send its cadres to the Middle East to join the Palestinians in the ongoing strife in the region.
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A Pakistani news report stated that the Lashakar-e-Toiba (LeT) is planning to send its cadres to the Middle East to join the Palestinians in the ongoing strife in the region.
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October - 20 
A poiltico-religious outfit of the Brelvi sect, the Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) and the NGO's Alliance of Karachi have reached an agreement to jointly fight against terrorism. In a press conference in Karachi on October 20, the alliance also claimed
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A poiltico-religious outfit of the Brelvi sect, the Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) and the NGO's Alliance of Karachi have reached an agreement to jointly fight against terrorism. In a press conference in Karachi on October 20, the alliance also claimed that terrorists were planning to kill prominent political personalities.
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October - 20 
Security arrangements for Maulana Fazlur Rahman, chief of Jamaat ul-Islam(JUI) have been tightened in view of increasing threat perceptions. A Pakistani news report quoting JUI sources pointed out that the government has informed Maulana Rahman that
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Security arrangements for Maulana Fazlur Rahman, chief of Jamaat ul-Islam(JUI) have been tightened in view of increasing threat perceptions. A Pakistani news report quoting JUI sources pointed out that the government has informed Maulana Rahman that his life is in danger because of his continued support to the Taliban in Afghanistan.
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October - 20 
The Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) has criticised the Pakistani government for accusing its chief Altaf Hussain and other leaders of being anti-Pakistan. In a statement issued from London, the outfit's convenor, Mr.Imran Farooq said that none
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The Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) has criticised the Pakistani government for accusing its chief Altaf Hussain and other leaders of being anti-Pakistan. In a statement issued from London, the outfit's convenor, Mr.Imran Farooq said that none of the recent statements made by MQM-A could be construed as being anti-Pakistan.
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October - 20 
Official sources stated that forty Maoist insurgents surrendered to the authorities in Kalikot since July 2000. The area is a major theatre of Maoist insurgency in Nepal.
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Official sources stated that forty Maoist insurgents surrendered to the authorities in Kalikot since July 2000. The area is a major theatre of Maoist insurgency in Nepal.
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October - 20 
Heavy fighting was reported between the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and security forces at Nagarkovil in Jaffna on October 20. Security forces claimed that another major attack by the LTTE to breach the forward defence lines at Nagarkovil
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Heavy fighting was reported between the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and security forces at Nagarkovil in Jaffna on October 20. Security forces claimed that another major attack by the LTTE to breach the forward defence lines at Nagarkovil was successfully repulsed. The first attack by the LTTE was launched on October 19 with mortars and heavy machine guns, but it was completely repulsed by the security forces causing heavy damage to both the LTTE and security forces.
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October - 21 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen spokesperson rejected the fresh offer for talks made by India's Home Minister on October 20. Speaking in Islamabad on October 21, the spokesman said the Hizb rejects any offer of talks which requires laying down arms as a conditi
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen spokesperson rejected the fresh offer for talks made by India's Home Minister on October 20. Speaking in Islamabad on October 21, the spokesman said the Hizb rejects any offer of talks which requires laying down arms as a condition. The spokesman was reacting to the recent statement of Indian Home Minister that his government is willing to talk to the Mujahideen if they give up arms and come to the negotiating table. He claimed the offer indicated the frustration of the Indian government. While reiterating the position that it had provided an opportunity to the Indian government in July when it announced a unilateral cease-fire, the Hizb spokesperson said that any further talks can take place only in the presence of an international guarantor. The spokesman also claimed that India had sought the assistance of Israel in fighting terrorism in Kashmir. He added that his outfit had killed some Israelis in Kashmir recently. He also described as a blatant lie the statement of Indian Home Minister that Indian security force personnel have gained more success against terrorists in Kashmir. He claimed that civilians killed by Indian security forces were being described as terrorists.
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October - 21 
A news report, on October 22 stated that the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) has claimed responsibility for the attack on a police station at Jiribam in Manipur on October 20. A large number of weapons were looted in the attack. The outfit cl
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A news report, on October 22 stated that the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) has claimed responsibility for the attack on a police station at Jiribam in Manipur on October 20. A large number of weapons were looted in the attack. The outfit claimed that the attack was carried out by members of the Manipur People’s Army (MPA), the armed wing of UNLF and there were no casualties.
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October - 21 
Another news report, on October 21, stated that two "Kashmiri Muslims", one associated with the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and the other with the Al-Barq have separately sent letters to Pakistan's military ruler, Gen. Parvez Musharraf, asking him to immediat
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Another news report, on October 21, stated that two "Kashmiri Muslims", one associated with the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and the other with the Al-Barq have separately sent letters to Pakistan's military ruler, Gen. Parvez Musharraf, asking him to immediately intervene and order stoppage of the flow of monetary aid to the "highly corrupt" elements in Kashmir.
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October - 21 
At Daril in Kupwara district, one terrorist of the Al-Barq was killed. Security forces reported that the slain terrorist was forcibly taking two youth for arms training when he was intercepted.
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At Daril in Kupwara district, one terrorist of the Al-Barq was killed. Security forces reported that the slain terrorist was forcibly taking two youth for arms training when he was intercepted.
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October - 21 
In a new technique, terrorists used an unmanned pony to carry an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) into a security force camp at Lapri in Udhampur district on October 21. In the explosion that followed, two security force personnel were killed and fo
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In a new technique, terrorists used an unmanned pony to carry an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) into a security force camp at Lapri in Udhampur district on October 21. In the explosion that followed, two security force personnel were killed and four others injured. Security forces suspect that with a shortage of terrorist volunteers for suicide missions targeted at security force camps and establishments, this new technique was used.
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October - 21 
In a third encounter in Poonch district, one terrorist was killed in a raid on a hide-out at Bafliaz. One terrorist managed to escape from the scene of the encounter.
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In a third encounter in Poonch district, one terrorist was killed in a raid on a hide-out at Bafliaz. One terrorist managed to escape from the scene of the encounter.
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October - 21 
In Doda district, one terrorist was killed in an encounter during a search operation being carried out by security forces at Chaprari.
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In Doda district, one terrorist was killed in an encounter during a search operation being carried out by security forces at Chaprari.
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October - 21 
In separate incidents, NLFT terrorists abducted four people from North Tripura and Dhalai districts.
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In separate incidents, NLFT terrorists abducted four people from North Tripura and Dhalai districts.
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October - 21 
In West Tripura district, tribal villagers killed a terrorist at Sibnagar.
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In West Tripura district, tribal villagers killed a terrorist at Sibnagar.
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October - 21 
News reports have indicated a growing controversy involving a leader of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Abdul Gani Lone and some terrorist outfits. Abdul Lone is also the chairman of the Peoples' Conference, a politico-separatist outfit in
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News reports have indicated a growing controversy involving a leader of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Abdul Gani Lone and some terrorist outfits. Abdul Lone is also the chairman of the Peoples' Conference, a politico-separatist outfit in Kashmir. The controversy began with a news report on October 19, citing Al-Barq's (a terrorist outfit) chief, Malik Bilal Rahi as accusing the Hurriyat leader of siphoning off funds meant for slain terrorists' families and hence, terminated the leader's 'patronage' over the terrorist outfit. He further accused the leader's son of usurping a huge arms cache of the outfit. On October 21, a news report cited a spokesman of Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (another terrorist outfit) as saying that his outfit and two other terrorist outfits, Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen and Harkat-ul-Mujahideen had decided to approach the Al-Barq chief to proceed and identify the hide-outs where the allegedly usurped arms had been concealed. He added that it is "highly dangerous" that someone had reserved arms dumps for capturing power "after the end of Indian occupation" in Kashmir.
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October - 21 
On October 21, one terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba was killed in an encounter at Boothu in Baramulla district. Two associates of the slain terrorist managed to escape from the scene of the encounter.
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On October 21, one terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba was killed in an encounter at Boothu in Baramulla district. Two associates of the slain terrorist managed to escape from the scene of the encounter.
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October - 21 
One left wing extremist of the People's War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter at Guntakal town on October 21. Police described him as a district secretary of the outfit and claimed that he was an accused in seven cases of murder and arson.
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One left wing extremist of the People's War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter at Guntakal town on October 21. Police described him as a district secretary of the outfit and claimed that he was an accused in seven cases of murder and arson.
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October - 21 
One person was arrested by security forces who described him as the 'chief commander' of the Jammu & Kashmir Islamic Front. He was arrested from Sarai Balla locality with a gun and a wireless set. Security forces also reported the arrest of another p
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One person was arrested by security forces who described him as the 'chief commander' of the Jammu & Kashmir Islamic Front. He was arrested from Sarai Balla locality with a gun and a wireless set. Security forces also reported the arrest of another person from Ganderbal, terming him as a coordinator of Lashkar-e-Toiba, Al-Badr and other terrorist groups. One rocket launcher, one grenade launcher and some ammunition was recovered from his possession.
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October - 21 
One security force personnel was injured in a grenade attack by unidentified terrorists at the Khanyar police station in Srinagar.
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One security force personnel was injured in a grenade attack by unidentified terrorists at the Khanyar police station in Srinagar.
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October - 21 
Police in Jorhat announced that a communication network cell-cum-hideout of the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA), was raided and destroyed on October 21. Two persons were arrested during the raid and some incriminating literature and documents
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Police in Jorhat announced that a communication network cell-cum-hideout of the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA), was raided and destroyed on October 21. Two persons were arrested during the raid and some incriminating literature and documents were recovered. These document, police claimed, revealed that top terrorists of the ULFA used the place as a transit camp cum hide-out.
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October - 21 
State police arrested one person on, October 21, in Jorhat for posing as an ULFA (United Liberation Front of Asom) terrorist in order to extort money from a city-based business house.
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State police arrested one person on, October 21, in Jorhat for posing as an ULFA (United Liberation Front of Asom) terrorist in order to extort money from a city-based business house.
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October - 21 
Terrorist of (NLFT) killed a another civilian at Rampadapara in West Tripura.
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Terrorist of (NLFT) killed a another civilian at Rampadapara in West Tripura.
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October - 21 
The Markaz-ud-Daawa-Wal-Irshad (MDI), the parent organisation of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) a terrorist outfit active in Kashmir, has also claimed that there is evidence of Israeli commandos participating in counter insurgency operations conducted by Indi
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The Markaz-ud-Daawa-Wal-Irshad (MDI), the parent organisation of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) a terrorist outfit active in Kashmir, has also claimed that there is evidence of Israeli commandos participating in counter insurgency operations conducted by Indian security forces in Kashmir. The MDI chief, Hafiz Muhammad Saeed while addressing a press conference at Karachi on October 21 during the two-day conclave of LeT, issued a fatwa declaring jihad against Israel.
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October - 21 
Three civilians were killed by terrorists of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Dewanbari in South Tripura on October 21.
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Three civilians were killed by terrorists of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Dewanbari in South Tripura on October 21.
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October - 21 
Three terrorists were killed while trying to escape from security forces who detected them at Peer Ki Gali in Poonch district. One of the slain terrorists has been identified as a Pakistani national and local 'commander' of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT).
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Three terrorists were killed while trying to escape from security forces who detected them at Peer Ki Gali in Poonch district. One of the slain terrorists has been identified as a Pakistani national and local 'commander' of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT).
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October - 21 
Two Pakistani mercenaries were killed in an encounter after security forces raided their hide-out at Dara Sangla. An unspecified number of terrorists managed to escape from the scene. One of the slain terrorists has been identified as a local 'comman
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Two Pakistani mercenaries were killed in an encounter after security forces raided their hide-out at Dara Sangla. An unspecified number of terrorists managed to escape from the scene. One of the slain terrorists has been identified as a local 'commander' of the Tehreek-ul-Jehad Islami (TJI) who also was an ex-serviceman of the Pakistani Army, while the other was a member of the Lashkar-e-Toiba Security forces reported that the TJI 'commander' was instrumental in co-ordinating the activities of different pro-Pakistani militant outfits and uniting foreign mercenaries and local ultras and was also involved in the killing of three security guards of a ruling National Conference leader in the district.
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October - 21 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen spokesperson rejected the fresh offer for talks made by India's Home Minister on October 20. Speaking in Islamabad on October 21, the spokesman said the Hizb rejects any offer of talks which requires laying down arms as a conditi
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen spokesperson rejected the fresh offer for talks made by India's Home Minister on October 20. Speaking in Islamabad on October 21, the spokesman said the Hizb rejects any offer of talks which requires laying down arms as a condition. The spokesman was reacting to the recent statement of Indian Home Minister that his government is willing to talk to the Mujahideen if they give up arms and come to the negotiating table. He claimed the offer indicated the frustration of the Indian government. While reiterating the position that it had provided an opportunity to the Indian government in July when it announced a unilateral cease-fire, the Hizb spokesperson said that any further talks can take place only in the presence of an international guarantor. The spokesman also claimed that India had sought the assistance of Israel in fighting terrorism in Kashmir. He added that his outfit had killed some Israelis in Kashmir recently. He also described as a blatant lie the statement of Indian Home Minister that Indian security force personnel have gained more success against terrorists in Kashmir. He claimed that civilians killed by Indian security forces were being described as terrorists.
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October - 21 
A news report said that the Pakistan government has sought information about the reported arrest of an aide of Afghan based terrorist, Osama bin Laden. According to the report the North West Frontier Police arrested an Iraqi national, Saleh Suleman f
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A news report said that the Pakistan government has sought information about the reported arrest of an aide of Afghan based terrorist, Osama bin Laden. According to the report the North West Frontier Police arrested an Iraqi national, Saleh Suleman from Rahatabad, Peshawar, on October 12. He is alleged to have links with Osama bin Laden.
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October - 21 
Security forces in Quetta seized a huge cache of arms, ammunition and narcotics during a raid in Chaghai on October 21.
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Security forces in Quetta seized a huge cache of arms, ammunition and narcotics during a raid in Chaghai on October 21.
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October - 21 
The Markaz-ud-Daawa-Wal-Irshad (MDI), the parent organisation of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) a terrorist outfit active in Kashmir, has also claimed that there is evidence of Israeli commandos participating in counter insurgency operations conducted by Indi
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The Markaz-ud-Daawa-Wal-Irshad (MDI), the parent organisation of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) a terrorist outfit active in Kashmir, has also claimed that there is evidence of Israeli commandos participating in counter insurgency operations conducted by Indian security forces in Kashmir. The MDI chief, Hafiz Muhammad Saeed while addressing a press conference at Karachi on October 21 during the two-day conclave of LeT, issued a fatwa declaring jihad against Israel.
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October - 21 
In another development, several speakers at a programme organised by the Nepal Maoist Victims’ Association (NMVA) on October 21 blamed the ruling Nepali Congress (NC) of flaring up the Maoist problem and demanded an all-party committee to resolve the
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In another development, several speakers at a programme organised by the Nepal Maoist Victims’ Association (NMVA) on October 21 blamed the ruling Nepali Congress (NC) of flaring up the Maoist problem and demanded an all-party committee to resolve the four-and-half year old ‘People’s War’. The speakers claimed that divergent approaches adopted by various factions within the NC provided a conducive environment for the Maoists to grow.
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October - 21 
Madhav Kumar Nepal, General Secretary of Nepal's main opposition party, Communist Party of Nepal-United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) revealed on October 21 that his party is holding talks with Maoist insurgents at different levels. This statement comes
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Madhav Kumar Nepal, General Secretary of Nepal's main opposition party, Communist Party of Nepal-United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) revealed on October 21 that his party is holding talks with Maoist insurgents at different levels. This statement comes just a week after he said that his party was ready to mediate between the government and the Maoist insurgents. He added that some leaders of the CPN-UML met some insurgent leaders and "both sides agreed to remove the mistakes prevalent in their respective parties". He reiterated his belief that Maoists were ready to hold dialogues with the government. He also claimed that the Maoists insurgents themselves are doubtful of the success of their violent campaign. A news report, citing CPN-UML sources, however claimed that that the General Secretary of the CPN-UML had himself met with Prachanda, the General Secretary of the Nepal Communist Party (Maoist), the left extremist insurgent group in Nepal.
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October - 21 
Maoist insurgents released thirteen persons on October 21. These persons had been abducted from various villages in Jajarkot district.
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Maoist insurgents released thirteen persons on October 21. These persons had been abducted from various villages in Jajarkot district.
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October - 21 
Speaking at a function in Kathmandu on October 21, Nepal's Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala asserted that "the government has been not only anxious but also working hard to solve this (Maoist’s) problem". He is also reported to have urged Maoist
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Speaking at a function in Kathmandu on October 21, Nepal's Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala asserted that "the government has been not only anxious but also working hard to solve this (Maoist’s) problem". He is also reported to have urged Maoist insurgents to abandon violence which was "smearing the image of the country".
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October - 21 
In Colombo, the opposition Janata Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) accused the Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP) of being responsible for the assassination of BBC correspondent Mylvaganam Nirmalarajan on October 18. Another organisation, the Jaffna Unive
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In Colombo, the opposition Janata Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) accused the Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP) of being responsible for the assassination of BBC correspondent Mylvaganam Nirmalarajan on October 18. Another organisation, the Jaffna University Students Association claimed, in a leaflet, that the assassination was an effort to prevent exposure of the genocide of Tamils by the Sri Lanka army.
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October - 21 
On 21 October, troops recovered communication equipment and accessories in the Karisal area of Talaimannar.
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On 21 October, troops recovered communication equipment and accessories in the Karisal area of Talaimannar.
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October - 21 
On October 21, three rebels were killed in an encounter in the Batticaloa District. Two other injured rebels who jumped into the nearby lagoon to escape are suspected to have drowned.
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On October 21, three rebels were killed in an encounter in the Batticaloa District. Two other injured rebels who jumped into the nearby lagoon to escape are suspected to have drowned.
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October - 21 
The Tamil United Liberation Front Parliamentary(TULF) group, has appealed to Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake to take immediate action to disarm all former terrorist groups who have been absorbed into the democratic stream. In a letter to the
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The Tamil United Liberation Front Parliamentary(TULF) group, has appealed to Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake to take immediate action to disarm all former terrorist groups who have been absorbed into the democratic stream. In a letter to the Prime Minister made public on October 21, TULF leader, V. Anandasangaree, who is also a member of parliament, reiterated the long standing demand of TULF that former Tamil terrorist groups be disarmed. He also pointed out that the predominantly Tamil, Jaffna Peninsula area is in a confused state with crimes going undetected due to the power of these former terrorist groups in the area. On the issue of disarming of the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation(TELO) and Peoples Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) by the Government, he said that if disarming is to take place, it must be done impartially and made compulsory to all parties.
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October - 22 
Four terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen were killed in an encounter at Tantna in Doda district on October 22. Of the four slain terrorists, two were Pakistani mercenaries including a local 'commander' of the outfit, while the other two were Kashmir
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Four terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen were killed in an encounter at Tantna in Doda district on October 22. Of the four slain terrorists, two were Pakistani mercenaries including a local 'commander' of the outfit, while the other two were Kashmiri terrorists.
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October - 22 
In a press statement on October 22, the Revolutionary People's Front (RPF) claimed that its armed wing, People's Liberation Army (PLA) was responsible for the October 20 raid on Jiribam police station in which 36 service weapons were looted. As repo
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In a press statement on October 22, the Revolutionary People's Front (RPF) claimed that its armed wing, People's Liberation Army (PLA) was responsible for the October 20 raid on Jiribam police station in which 36 service weapons were looted. As reported earlier, the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) had claimed, on October 21, that the attack was carried out by members of the Manipur People’s Army (MPA), its armed wing.
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October - 22 
In Poonch district, one terrorist, identified as a Kashmiri, was killed in an encounter at Bruthi-Panjni.
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In Poonch district, one terrorist, identified as a Kashmiri, was killed in an encounter at Bruthi-Panjni.
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October - 22 
On the evening of October 22, one Afghan mercenary was killed in an encounter at Chewan in Pulwama district.
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On the evening of October 22, one Afghan mercenary was killed in an encounter at Chewan in Pulwama district.
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October - 22 
On the political front, the separatist All Party Hurriyat Conference is holding a special session on October 23-24, to discuss ways and means to broaden its base, by including other groups active in Jammu and Kashmir in its fold.
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On the political front, the separatist All Party Hurriyat Conference is holding a special session on October 23-24, to discuss ways and means to broaden its base, by including other groups active in Jammu and Kashmir in its fold.
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October - 22 
One Kashmiri terrorist, a member of the Al-Barq, was killed in another encounter at Doolipora in Kupwara district.
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One Kashmiri terrorist, a member of the Al-Barq, was killed in another encounter at Doolipora in Kupwara district.
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October - 22 
One security force personnel was killed and another injured, when their patrol party was ambushed by terrorists at Vilgam. In another attack by terrorists in the same district, one civilian was killed at Machhipora.
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One security force personnel was killed and another injured, when their patrol party was ambushed by terrorists at Vilgam. In another attack by terrorists in the same district, one civilian was killed at Machhipora.
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October - 22 
Security forces also reported that one unidentified dead body was recovered from Safakadal in Srinagar.
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Security forces also reported that one unidentified dead body was recovered from Safakadal in Srinagar.
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October - 22 
Two terrorists of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in separate encounters with the security forces in Assam. No details are available.
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Two terrorists of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were killed in separate encounters with the security forces in Assam. No details are available.
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October - 22 
Unidentified terrorists exploded an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on a bridge on the Thanna Mandi road in Rajouri district. The explosion failed to cause any serious damage to the bridge and traffic was restored after some minor repairs.
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Unidentified terrorists exploded an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on a bridge on the Thanna Mandi road in Rajouri district. The explosion failed to cause any serious damage to the bridge and traffic was restored after some minor repairs.
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October - 22 
An explosion on the dais at the annual convention of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) in Lahore killed three persons and injured an estimated 30 others on October 22. The Lashkar-e-Toiba is a terrorist outfit active in the insurgency in Indian controlled Ja
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An explosion on the dais at the annual convention of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) in Lahore killed three persons and injured an estimated 30 others on October 22. The Lashkar-e-Toiba is a terrorist outfit active in the insurgency in Indian controlled Jammu and Kashmir. The number of injured is yet to be determined as the outfit was reported to have undertaken damage control measures on its own, restricting the entry of police and journalists into the venue. The explosion occurred before the leadership of the Lashkar was to come and sit on the dias. Official sources stated that the explosion was caused due to a bomb hidden under a carpet though a Lashkar spokesman claimed that a grenade or mortar had been fired from outside the venue at the Gulshan-i-Iqbal park. No one claimed responsibility for the blast. Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, chief of Lashkar's parent outfit, Markaz-ud-Daawa-Wal-Irshad(MDI), while addressing the convention after the blast, held India and Israel as responsible for the blast and threatened revenge. He claimed that Lashkar terrorists have begun heading for Himachal Pradesh, an Indian province near Kashmir, and the Fidaai groups would now penetrate into Tel Aviv as "Hindus and Jews have become united against the Ummah"(Islamic community). Hafiz Saeed is also reported to have claimed that it was a good sign that Pakistan's Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf differentiated Jihad from terrorism. He added that Gen. Musharraf should try to promote the Jihad culture and take measures so that Pakistan could play the role of the leader of the Ummah.
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October - 22 
Speaking at the graduation ceremony of the Jamia Ashrafia in Peshawar on October 22, chiefs of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), stressed the need for Jihad and imparting military education to students of religious semina
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Speaking at the graduation ceremony of the Jamia Ashrafia in Peshawar on October 22, chiefs of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), stressed the need for Jihad and imparting military education to students of religious seminaries in Pakistan to undertake this Jihad on a global scale. Claiming that "Religious knowledge sans military training is incomplete," chief of the HuM said that "Today Islam demands Jihad. So teach your students the know-how of using weapons and equip them with warfare technology". He added that since Islam does not prevail in its complete form anywhere in the world except Afghanistan, "It is our responsibility to implement it world over, which is possible only when we are prepared to wage Jihad at any time and anywhere." Stressing on the same point, Maulana Samiul Haq, chief of his own faction of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam, said that the responsibility of breaking the status quo and paving the way for an Islamic revolution lies with the students of religious schools. He urged students of Islamic religious schools to acquire military training and expertise in the use of various weapons, besides studying its literature. He criticized United States and other countries for dubbing religious institutions as nurseries for terrorism. He also criticized the dual policy adopted by the US towards Muslims and non-Muslims in the context of the on-going Palestine crisis. In a similar vein, he criticized leaders of Arab countries for, what he termed as, their criminal silence over the Israeli atrocities against Palestinians. On democracy, Maulana Haq claimed that "Democracy is a big hurdle in the way of Islam. We are not subordinate to the will of the majority. We will do what Islam and Quran tell us." A provincial leader of the JUI, Maulana Jalil Jan, warned Pakistan's government to implement Islamic Shariah or religious students will resort to the use of force to do the same.
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October - 22 
Two activists of the Sunni politico-terrorist outfit, Sipah-e-Sahabah Pakistan (SSP) were killed and eight others injured when two unidentified persons attacked their van at Karachi on October 22. Two persons outside the vehicle too were injured in t
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Two activists of the Sunni politico-terrorist outfit, Sipah-e-Sahabah Pakistan (SSP) were killed and eight others injured when two unidentified persons attacked their van at Karachi on October 22. Two persons outside the vehicle too were injured in the attack. The van was carrying some participants of an SSP convention. Police are yet to identify the attackers.
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October - 22 
Three rebels were killed in various encounters the areas of Sarasalai South, Muhamalai and Eluthumadduval on the same day.
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Three rebels were killed in various encounters the areas of Sarasalai South, Muhamalai and Eluthumadduval on the same day.
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October - 22 
15 sea tigers were also killed off the coast of Vettilaikerni.
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15 sea tigers were also killed off the coast of Vettilaikerni.
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October - 22 
An anti-aircraft gun of the rebels was destroyed by the Sri Lankan Air Force in the Nagarkovil area. Seventeen soldiers were killed and another 104 injured in the operation. A large quantity of ammunition including grenade launchers, heavy Machine Gu
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An anti-aircraft gun of the rebels was destroyed by the Sri Lankan Air Force in the Nagarkovil area. Seventeen soldiers were killed and another 104 injured in the operation. A large quantity of ammunition including grenade launchers, heavy Machine Guns and communication devices were recovered from the site of encounter.
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October - 22 
In Kilaly, three rebels were killed in a grenade attack by troops.
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In Kilaly, three rebels were killed in a grenade attack by troops.
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October - 22 
Official media sources reported that a rebel anti aircraft gun was destroyed in the area south of Nagarkovil on October 22.
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Official media sources reported that a rebel anti aircraft gun was destroyed in the area south of Nagarkovil on October 22.
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October - 22 
On October 22, troop claimed to have killed over eighty rebels in the ongoing fighting in the Nagarkovil area.
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On October 22, troop claimed to have killed over eighty rebels in the ongoing fighting in the Nagarkovil area.
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October - 22 
On the political front, the United National Party (UNP), on October 22, denied speculative reports of an understanding between itself and the People’s Alliance (PA) to let the coalition government complete its full term. However, a news report quotin
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On the political front, the United National Party (UNP), on October 22, denied speculative reports of an understanding between itself and the People’s Alliance (PA) to let the coalition government complete its full term. However, a news report quoting a senior UNP functionary, said that the opposition party has agreed "not to rock the boat" in return of sweeping reforms in police, public sector, elections department and the judiciary. The continuation of the coalition government is important for the introduction of the proposed Constitution Reforms Bill.
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October - 22 
Three more rebels were killed in an encounter in an unspecified area. Another rebel was killed in Omantai area.
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Three more rebels were killed in an encounter in an unspecified area. Another rebel was killed in Omantai area.
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October - 22 
Troops on October 22, attacked identified rebel positions in Sarasalai area and claimed to have achieved major gains. Eight soldiers were injured while number of rebels killed could not be verified.
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Troops on October 22, attacked identified rebel positions in Sarasalai area and claimed to have achieved major gains. Eight soldiers were injured while number of rebels killed could not be verified.
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October - 23 
At Mawa in Kathua district, one terrorist was killed in an encounter. Security forces have not specified the identity of the slain terrorists.
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At Mawa in Kathua district, one terrorist was killed in an encounter. Security forces have not specified the identity of the slain terrorists.
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October - 23 
Four persons were killed by left wing extremists, Naxalites of Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in three separate incidents in Gaya district on October 23. In the first incident two people were killed in Khaira, while the second and the third incidents
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Four persons were killed by left wing extremists, Naxalites of Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in three separate incidents in Gaya district on October 23. In the first incident two people were killed in Khaira, while the second and the third incidents took place at Saraiya and near Dumariya respectively.
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October - 23 
In another encounter at Mawa in Udhampur district, one terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed.
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In another encounter at Mawa in Udhampur district, one terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed.
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October - 23 
In Srinagar, Union Defence Minister George Fernandes while addressing a press conference on October 23, stated that any repeat of Kargil incident by Pakistan would lead to a war. He was allaying apprehensions raised by journalists after he observed,
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In Srinagar, Union Defence Minister George Fernandes while addressing a press conference on October 23, stated that any repeat of Kargil incident by Pakistan would lead to a war. He was allaying apprehensions raised by journalists after he observed, during the press conference, that Pakistan has stepped up hostilities against India and infiltration is continuing. He maintained that the Kashmir issue could to be resolved only through a peaceful dialogue.
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October - 23 
In two separate attacks, unidentified terrorists, suspected to be members of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) killed fifteen civilians and injured seven others in Tinsukia and Dibrugarh districts on October 23. While eleven of these civilia
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In two separate attacks, unidentified terrorists, suspected to be members of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) killed fifteen civilians and injured seven others in Tinsukia and Dibrugarh districts on October 23. While eleven of these civilians were killed at Kakojan in Tinsukia district, the other four were killed at Naoholia in Dibrugarh district. The commander in chief of the ULFA is reported to have denied the outfit's involvement in these massacres. He attributed the killings to a "conspiracy by the Assam police to malign the ULFA".
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October - 23 
On the evening of October 23, one terrorist was killed and his associate arrested during an encounter at Nagpathri (Tral) in Pulwama district.
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On the evening of October 23, one terrorist was killed and his associate arrested during an encounter at Nagpathri (Tral) in Pulwama district.
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October - 23 
On the political front, Union Home Minister, LK Advani, on October 23, said that the Union government would adopt a cautious approach towards any ceasefire proposal from militant outfits in Kashmir in the wake of the backtracking by Hizbul Mujahideen
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On the political front, Union Home Minister, LK Advani, on October 23, said that the Union government would adopt a cautious approach towards any ceasefire proposal from militant outfits in Kashmir in the wake of the backtracking by Hizbul Mujahideen earlier this year under pressure from Pakistan. Speaking to newsmen in New Delhi, he attributed this approach to the fact that terrorist outfits such as "the Lashkar-e-Toiba and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen are surrogates and proxies acting on behalf of Pakistan, which surely would not like to see return of normalcy in Kashmir".
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October - 23 
Pakistan's military ruler, Gen. Pervez Musharraf said on October 23, that Pakistan was committed to extend full support to the struggle in Kashmir. Addressing a rally of ex-servicemen at Palandari in Pakistan Administered Kashmir, he said that the Pa
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Pakistan's military ruler, Gen. Pervez Musharraf said on October 23, that Pakistan was committed to extend full support to the struggle in Kashmir. Addressing a rally of ex-servicemen at Palandari in Pakistan Administered Kashmir, he said that the Pakistan government would continue to extend its moral, political and diplomatic support to the Kashmiri people until the resolution of the Kashmir problem. He also claimed that Pakistan does not stand for war and wants peaceful settlement of the Kashmir dispute and renewed his offer of dialogue to India for the purpose.
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October - 23 
Police recovered three bodies from Latiapara in South Tripura district on October 23. The bodies were recovered after a recently arrested terrorist of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) confessed to having abducted three persons from thi
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Police recovered three bodies from Latiapara in South Tripura district on October 23. The bodies were recovered after a recently arrested terrorist of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) confessed to having abducted three persons from this area in September 2000.
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October - 23 
Two civilians were attacked and injured by a group of unidentified terrorists at Pululian in Rajouri district on the night of October 23. Security forces reported that the attack came after a mortar launcher, used by terrorists to launch attacks on s
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Two civilians were attacked and injured by a group of unidentified terrorists at Pululian in Rajouri district on the night of October 23. Security forces reported that the attack came after a mortar launcher, used by terrorists to launch attacks on security force camps and civilian installations in the area, was discovered and seized a few days back. The attacking terrorists suspected the civilians to be instrumental in the seizure.
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October - 23 
Two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter at Kalai in Rajouri district.
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Two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter at Kalai in Rajouri district.
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October - 23 
Two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), one of who has been identified as a Pakistani national, were killed in an encounter at Kalali in Rajouri district on October 23.
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Two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), one of who has been identified as a Pakistani national, were killed in an encounter at Kalali in Rajouri district on October 23.
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October - 23 
A TJP spokesperson strongly condemned the filing of a case against its leaders and described it as a conspiracy. He also added that terrorists were victimising innocent citizens in the name of religion. The TJP also claimed that a certain group which
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A TJP spokesperson strongly condemned the filing of a case against its leaders and described it as a conspiracy. He also added that terrorists were victimising innocent citizens in the name of religion. The TJP also claimed that a certain group which held a public meeting could itself be involved in killing the participants of its meeting in an attempt to gain sympathy and popularity. He recalled that the same group had a record of arranging such 'attacks' in the past.
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October - 23 
Five children were killed in a bomb explosion in Peshawar on October 23. Police quoting eyewitness accounts said that the bomb was concealed in a toy given to the children by an unidentified person.
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Five children were killed in a bomb explosion in Peshawar on October 23. Police quoting eyewitness accounts said that the bomb was concealed in a toy given to the children by an unidentified person.
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October - 23 
Maulana Shah Ahmed Noorani, the chief of Jamiat-e-Ulema-e-Pakistan (JUP) on October 23 denounced the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) who allegedly branded of creation of Pakistan as a blunder. He asked the government to contain such groups fro
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Maulana Shah Ahmed Noorani, the chief of Jamiat-e-Ulema-e-Pakistan (JUP) on October 23 denounced the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) who allegedly branded of creation of Pakistan as a blunder. He asked the government to contain such groups from making anti-Pakistan statements in the future.
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October - 23 
Pakistan's Chief Executive, Gen. Pervez Musharraf has given a one-week time limit to the Interior Ministry to submit a draft policy to the federal cabinet for dealing with those delivering anti-state statements. This was stated by an Interior Ministr
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Pakistan's Chief Executive, Gen. Pervez Musharraf has given a one-week time limit to the Interior Ministry to submit a draft policy to the federal cabinet for dealing with those delivering anti-state statements. This was stated by an Interior Ministry spokesperson on October 23. The immediate context was the anti-Pakistan statements issued by the Muttahida Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) leaders. The spokesperson said that the policy would ensure that anti-Pakistan statements from these elements are monitored on a permanent basis besides awarding punishments to those found involved in such activities.
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October - 23 
The Muttahida Jihad Council (MJC), a collective body of terrorist outfits restored Hizb-ul- Mujahideen's membership of the MJC on October 23 in Lahore. The Council also renamed Syed Salahuddin as its chairman. Hizb's membership of MJC was suspended a
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The Muttahida Jihad Council (MJC), a collective body of terrorist outfits restored Hizb-ul- Mujahideen's membership of the MJC on October 23 in Lahore. The Council also renamed Syed Salahuddin as its chairman. Hizb's membership of MJC was suspended and its chief Salahuddin dismissed from the office of MJC chairman following its unilateral ceasefire decision in July. According to the MJC secretary-general, the Hizb was taken back into its fold after it realised its mistake and with the Hizb chief's assurance that no vital decision would be taken without consulting the MJC. He also claimed that the Hizb had produced an indigenous anti-aircraft missile.
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October - 23 
Two activists of the Tehrik-e-Jafaria Pakistan (TJP), a Shia politico-terrorist outfit, were arrested on October 23 in Karachi for alleged involvement in the killing of two Sipah-e-Sahabah (SSP) activists, a Sunni politico-terrorist outfit. As report
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Two activists of the Tehrik-e-Jafaria Pakistan (TJP), a Shia politico-terrorist outfit, were arrested on October 23 in Karachi for alleged involvement in the killing of two Sipah-e-Sahabah (SSP) activists, a Sunni politico-terrorist outfit. As reported earlier, two SSP activists were killed on October 22. The police also registered a murder case against two central leaders of TJP.
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October - 23 
Police, on October 23, arrested two terrorists after a brief encounter in Dacca. Some arms, ammunition and four bombs were recovered from their possession.
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Police, on October 23, arrested two terrorists after a brief encounter in Dacca. Some arms, ammunition and four bombs were recovered from their possession.
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October - 23 
In the Marble Beach area, troops on a search and clear operation recovered a rebel mortar on October 23. In a subsequent encounter, with rebels hiding nearby, one soldier was killed. The number of rebels killed in this encounter was not specified.
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In the Marble Beach area, troops on a search and clear operation recovered a rebel mortar on October 23. In a subsequent encounter, with rebels hiding nearby, one soldier was killed. The number of rebels killed in this encounter was not specified.
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October - 23 
Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that a Mi-24 helicopter of the Sri Lankan army was shot down by the rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on the Marble Beach of Trincomalee on October 23. This helicopter had come
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Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that a Mi-24 helicopter of the Sri Lankan army was shot down by the rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on the Marble Beach of Trincomalee on October 23. This helicopter had come to assist ground troops during a rebel attack. One army officer was killed and several soldiers injured in the fighting.
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October - 23 
Official media quoting military sources reported that, four boats of the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were destroyed in the eastern port of Trincomalee on October 23. Four soldiers were killed in the encounter. One army gunboat and a
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Official media quoting military sources reported that, four boats of the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were destroyed in the eastern port of Trincomalee on October 23. Four soldiers were killed in the encounter. One army gunboat and another vessel were damaged in the incident.
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October - 23 
Official sources clarified that two soldiers were killed and forty-three others injured in the attack carried out by LTTE on a naval craft in the Trincomalee harbour on October 23. As reported earlier, four rebel explosive-laden boats, on a suicide m
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Official sources clarified that two soldiers were killed and forty-three others injured in the attack carried out by LTTE on a naval craft in the Trincomalee harbour on October 23. As reported earlier, four rebel explosive-laden boats, on a suicide mission, had crashed into the naval craft and destroyed it. Tamilnet.com added that six rebel ‘commandos’ were killed in the operation.
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October - 23 
On the political front, the vice president of the Tamil United liberation Front (TULF) Mr. V. Anandasangaree, in an interview to The Hindu said that his party would renew his campaign for an end to the war, negotiations with the LTTE and a political
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On the political front, the vice president of the Tamil United liberation Front (TULF) Mr. V. Anandasangaree, in an interview to The Hindu said that his party would renew his campaign for an end to the war, negotiations with the LTTE and a political solution based on the constitutional reforms proposed by the President in 1995.
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October - 23 
The Sri Lankan army has decided to conduct a massive countrywide recruitment drive, from October 25 to November 30, with an estimated target of 10,000 soldiers to expedite military operations in the North-East. The army chief Lieutenant General Liona
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The Sri Lankan army has decided to conduct a massive countrywide recruitment drive, from October 25 to November 30, with an estimated target of 10,000 soldiers to expedite military operations in the North-East. The army chief Lieutenant General Lional Balagalle, in a press conference in Colombo on October 23, said that the army aims to, "replace the war heroes fallen in recent battles in the North with the new recruits to put incessant pressure on the Tigers who have faced consecutive defeats in Northern battles". He also hoped to involve Buddhist organisations and the village bodies in the drive. From September 23 to last weekend the Army launched four operations and faced six LTTE attacks. During these attacks and operations the Army has lost 266 personnel including sevaral officers. An estimated 2,000 personnel were injured.
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October - 24 
A news report, citing an unnamed police officer, said that security forces in the state are being gradually equipped to counter the threat from Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) which are increasingly being used by terrorists as a low risk strategy
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A news report, citing an unnamed police officer, said that security forces in the state are being gradually equipped to counter the threat from Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) which are increasingly being used by terrorists as a low risk strategy. The threat from IEDs have not only affected normal movement in the State but the strategy (adopted by terrorists) of detonating these devices through remote control has put mine detection forces at risk while they are at their job as the incidents on October 16 showed. The remedy, electronic jammers to prevent remote detonation of these devices, was an expensive option since it had to be imported at a high cost of Rs. 10 million per piece. Since the beginning of year 2000, the public sector Bharat Heavy Electrical (BHL-sic) has begun manufacturing an indigenous prototype and so far has supplied 10 pieces to the Army for counter-insurgency operations in Kashmir. The Police department in the State too has made a requisition for these devices.
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October - 24 
A skeleton was exhumed from a graveyard at Dooru in Anantnag district on October 24 by police and forensic experts. News reports suggest that police believe the skeleton to be of a foreign tourist, one of the six foreign tourists abducted by the Al-F
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A skeleton was exhumed from a graveyard at Dooru in Anantnag district on October 24 by police and forensic experts. News reports suggest that police believe the skeleton to be of a foreign tourist, one of the six foreign tourists abducted by the Al-Faran in 1995 from Pahalgam. The skeleton was sent for forensic examination.
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October - 24 
Five terrorists were killed and one arrested in various encounters in the State since the evening of October 23. Two terrorist hide-outs in Poonch district were raided and some seizures made in this period.
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Five terrorists were killed and one arrested in various encounters in the State since the evening of October 23. Two terrorist hide-outs in Poonch district were raided and some seizures made in this period.
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October - 24 
One civilian was killed and seven others injured when suspected terrorists of the United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF) attacked their vehicle with a bomb at Sashisangmapara in Dhalai district on October 24.
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One civilian was killed and seven others injured when suspected terrorists of the United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF) attacked their vehicle with a bomb at Sashisangmapara in Dhalai district on October 24.
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October - 24 
One terrorist, a resident of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK), escaped from police custody in Nowshera, Rajouri district on October 24. The escaped terrorist had completed a sentence of one year for illegally crossing the Line of Control (LoC) and the
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One terrorist, a resident of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK), escaped from police custody in Nowshera, Rajouri district on October 24. The escaped terrorist had completed a sentence of one year for illegally crossing the Line of Control (LoC) and the process to push him back to PoK was underway.
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October - 24 
One terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed and another injured in an encounter at Tota Morha in Rajouri district on October 24. The injured terrorists and other associates managed to escape.
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One terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed and another injured in an encounter at Tota Morha in Rajouri district on October 24. The injured terrorists and other associates managed to escape.
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October - 24 
Two terrorist hide-outs at Pathana and the Mujwara forest area in Poonch districts were raided by security forces on October 24. While the Pathana hide-out was used by the Lashkar-e-Toiba, the other one was a Hizb hide-out. A substantial quantity of
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Two terrorist hide-outs at Pathana and the Mujwara forest area in Poonch districts were raided by security forces on October 24. While the Pathana hide-out was used by the Lashkar-e-Toiba, the other one was a Hizb hide-out. A substantial quantity of arms, ammunition, grenades, rockets, launchers, and other equipment were recovered from these hide-outs.
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October - 24 
According to Pakistani daily 'Frontier Post', Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Pakistan's Interior Ministry have blamed India's external intelligence agency, Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) for the bomb blast at an LeT convention in Karachi on October 22.
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According to Pakistani daily 'Frontier Post', Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Pakistan's Interior Ministry have blamed India's external intelligence agency, Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) for the bomb blast at an LeT convention in Karachi on October 22.
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October - 24 
According to reports in Frontier Post, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen on October 24 expelled Masood Sarfraz a 'commander' from its 'Command Council' for violating the outfit's rules. While announcing his expulsion from the Hizb ranks, a spokesperson said tha
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According to reports in Frontier Post, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen on October 24 expelled Masood Sarfraz a 'commander' from its 'Command Council' for violating the outfit's rules. While announcing his expulsion from the Hizb ranks, a spokesperson said that Sarfraz was ousted for posing as a rebel and refusing to abide the outfit's rules.
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October - 24 
Police arrested three persons in Quetta on October 24 for their alleged involvement in the bomb blasts that rocked different areas of Quetta during the last seven months. Police sources added that the arrested were also allegedly involved in the murd
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Police arrested three persons in Quetta on October 24 for their alleged involvement in the bomb blasts that rocked different areas of Quetta during the last seven months. Police sources added that the arrested were also allegedly involved in the murder of a Baluchistan High Court judge. They were remanded to judicial custody by the Special Anti-Terrorism Court in Quetta.
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October - 24 
The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) hearing the contempt case against MQM-A leaders in Karachi adjourned its hearing on October 24. Three leaders of MQM-A are facing contempt charges for branding the ATC as being biased in favour of the government.
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The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) hearing the contempt case against MQM-A leaders in Karachi adjourned its hearing on October 24. Three leaders of MQM-A are facing contempt charges for branding the ATC as being biased in favour of the government.
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October - 24 
Two people were killed and five others injured when a security force vehicle was caught in a landmine explosion in Baluchistan on October 24. Among the injured were four security personnel. Police sources said that this was the sixth landmine explosi
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Two people were killed and five others injured when a security force vehicle was caught in a landmine explosion in Baluchistan on October 24. Among the injured were four security personnel. Police sources said that this was the sixth landmine explosion in the area in the past four months. Police sources also said that two persons have been arrested for their involvement in two previous blasts.
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October - 24 
U.S immigration authorities have released Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, the deputy convenor of Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) on October 24 and allowed him entry into the United States. According to a press release issued by the International Secr
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U.S immigration authorities have released Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, the deputy convenor of Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) on October 24 and allowed him entry into the United States. According to a press release issued by the International Secretariat of MQM-A in London, all travel documents of Siddiqui, including passport, were found valid and hence he was allowed to enter the US.
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October - 24 
A businessman was killed by a gang of unidentified terrorists in Dhaka on October 24. No further details were reported.
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A businessman was killed by a gang of unidentified terrorists in Dhaka on October 24. No further details were reported.
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October - 24 
Batticaloa district's Member of Parliament (MP) Joseph Pararajasingham is reported to have remarked that such prison attacks continue in Sri Lanka because previous governments failed to take any legal action against those involved in similar prison m
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Batticaloa district's Member of Parliament (MP) Joseph Pararajasingham is reported to have remarked that such prison attacks continue in Sri Lanka because previous governments failed to take any legal action against those involved in similar prison massacres earlier. The October 24 massacre is the latest in several attacks on Tamil detainees and prisoners in Sri Lankan prisons beginning with the massacre of 53 Tamils at Welikade jail amidst the July 1983 anti-Tamil violence.
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October - 24 
Official media quoting military sources reported that on October 24, the divers of the Sri Lankan navy recovered the wreckage of the Mi 24 helicopter gunship from the Koddiyar Bay, which was earlier shot down by the rebels of the Liberation Tigers of
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Official media quoting military sources reported that on October 24, the divers of the Sri Lankan navy recovered the wreckage of the Mi 24 helicopter gunship from the Koddiyar Bay, which was earlier shot down by the rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The divers also recovered the dead bodies of the pilot and two other soldiers along with the wreckage. The body of another crew member is yet to be found.
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October - 24 
Official media sources reported that 13 persons were killed and eighteen others injured when a mob attacked the Bindunuwewa detention centre in Bandarawela district late in the night on October 24. The incident occurred after the camp inmates, arrest
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Official media sources reported that 13 persons were killed and eighteen others injured when a mob attacked the Bindunuwewa detention centre in Bandarawela district late in the night on October 24. The incident occurred after the camp inmates, arrested under the Prevention of Terrorism Act assaulted and killed one soldier on duty besides threatening three police officers. However, an independent news source, tamilnet.com quoting police reported that 29 Tamil detainees were killed and sixteen others were seriously injured in this attack carried out by a mob comprising Sinhalese local residents of the area. All the inmates of the centre were suspects aged 19 or below and held for rehabilitation. 85 Tamil detainees were there in the rehabilitation camp at the time of attack. Tamilnet.com added that the detainees who had completed a three-month rehabilitation programme, had been agitating for their release prior to the attack. State radio reports were cited as saying that the detainees had tried to take control of the facility on October 24 following which reinforcements had been called in to quell the disturbance. The mob attacked the camp a few hours after the reinforcements withdrew.
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October - 24 
Official news reports have added that about 120 suspected rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were arrested on October 24 in search operations conducted in Colombo and its suburbs.
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Official news reports have added that about 120 suspected rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were arrested on October 24 in search operations conducted in Colombo and its suburbs.
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October - 24 
Police authorities have decided to increase the number of plain-clothes personnel in Colombo to counter LTTE suicide bombers. This measure is being implement after the suicide bomber involved in the October 19 attack near the Colombo Town Hall was id
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Police authorities have decided to increase the number of plain-clothes personnel in Colombo to counter LTTE suicide bombers. This measure is being implement after the suicide bomber involved in the October 19 attack near the Colombo Town Hall was identified by plainclothesmen on duty. Police believes that more than 30 LTTE suicide bombers are still at large in the city.
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October - 24 
The Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) expressed dismay over the new working arrangement between the United National Party and People's Alliance. In a statement released on October 24, the TULF claimed that there existed an urgent need to call for
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The Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) expressed dismay over the new working arrangement between the United National Party and People's Alliance. In a statement released on October 24, the TULF claimed that there existed an urgent need to call for an immediate cease-fire to find a solution to the ongoing ethnic problem. It wanted the concerned parties to address the ethnic issue first. It also accused both parties of attributing more importance for the setting up of independent elections, Police and Public Service Commissions, of which most people were less worried. The TULF statement indicated that it would be difficult to reach a consensus on the ethnic problem if the major parties failed to call for a immediate cease-fire.
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October - 24 
The Times of India reported that, on October 24, the opposition United National Party (UNP) issued a 69-day ultimatum, with effect from October 18, to President Chandrika Kumaratunga's government to carry out vital political reforms in return for the
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The Times of India reported that, on October 24, the opposition United National Party (UNP) issued a 69-day ultimatum, with effect from October 18, to President Chandrika Kumaratunga's government to carry out vital political reforms in return for the UNP's support in Parliament. The major demands of the UNP are a political solution to the protracted ethnic conflict, the establishment of independent commissions on elections, the judiciary, the public service and the police. It has also urged a revival of an anti-bribery commission and wants legislators to sign an anti-corruption pledge. It was earlier speculated that the government has managed to gain a two-year ‘breathing period’ from the UNP. The continuation of the coalition government, which has only a four-seat majority in the parliament, is important for the introduction of the Constitution Reforms Bill.
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October - 24 
Three rebels, including a mortarman and video cameraman, were arrested by troops in a search and cordon operation in the Marble Beach. Further flushing out operations continued in the area in search of rebels. The ‘Asian Age’ reported that the Marble
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Three rebels, including a mortarman and video cameraman, were arrested by troops in a search and cordon operation in the Marble Beach. Further flushing out operations continued in the area in search of rebels. The ‘Asian Age’ reported that the Marble beach area is still under the occupation of the rebels and troops have intensified efforts to recover lost ground.
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October - 25 
68 terrorists of different outfits, surrendered in the presence of Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta at Bilasipara in Dhubri district on October 25. The surrendered terrorists comprise 54 members of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA
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68 terrorists of different outfits, surrendered in the presence of Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta at Bilasipara in Dhubri district on October 25. The surrendered terrorists comprise 54 members of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), four of the NDFB and ten activists of the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA).
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October - 25 
A news report in a Pakistani daily 'Dawn' indicated that former Soviet President, Mikhail Gorbachev is to form a study group which will explore options for the resolution of the Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan. The report adds that the pro
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A news report in a Pakistani daily 'Dawn' indicated that former Soviet President, Mikhail Gorbachev is to form a study group which will explore options for the resolution of the Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan. The report adds that the proposed study group is to be set up under the auspices of Gorbachev Peace Institute, Turner Foundation and the Rotary International based in Chicago. The report mentioned that Gorbachev is of the opinion that the Kashmir dispute could be solved through a continuous dialogue between officials and scholars of India, Pakistan, and representatives of Kashmir people.
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October - 25 
An official spokesman of India's External Affairs Ministry said, on October 25, that activities of the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) and Bodo terrorists operating from Bhutanese territory were raised during the three day Bhutan visit of Ind
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An official spokesman of India's External Affairs Ministry said, on October 25, that activities of the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) and Bodo terrorists operating from Bhutanese territory were raised during the three day Bhutan visit of India's Foreign Secretary Lalit Mansingh on October 19-21. The spokesman did not comment whether the two countries had decided to take military action against these terrorists.
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October - 25 
Delayed reports said that three Pakistani intruders, arrested from Rajouri district earlier, were sentenced to eight years of imprisonment under the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (TADA) Act by a court in Jammu on October 25. This is the fourth
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Delayed reports said that three Pakistani intruders, arrested from Rajouri district earlier, were sentenced to eight years of imprisonment under the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (TADA) Act by a court in Jammu on October 25. This is the fourth conviction in Jammu and Kashmir under TADA.
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October - 25 
Dr. Karan Singh, former Sadre-e-Riyasat of Kashmir, has demanded the division of the State into three distinct entities, namely Kashmir Valley, Jammu and Ladakh, for a viable solution to political unrest. His pronouncements were made at the consultat
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Dr. Karan Singh, former Sadre-e-Riyasat of Kashmir, has demanded the division of the State into three distinct entities, namely Kashmir Valley, Jammu and Ladakh, for a viable solution to political unrest. His pronouncements were made at the consultative committee meeting of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs last week.
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October - 25 
Eleven staff working in a road construction project near the Tuirial hydel project were abducted by unidentified terrorists at Saipum village near the Mizoram-Assam border on October 25. Security forces suspect that the abductors were members of the
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Eleven staff working in a road construction project near the Tuirial hydel project were abducted by unidentified terrorists at Saipum village near the Mizoram-Assam border on October 25. Security forces suspect that the abductors were members of the Manipur Hmar People’s Convention – Democrats.
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October - 25 
In an effort to segregate terrorists from civilians, the Army over the past few months have been taking photographs of male civilians in some parts of Kashmir. While a copy of the photograph is retained by the Army, another one is given to the family
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In an effort to segregate terrorists from civilians, the Army over the past few months have been taking photographs of male civilians in some parts of Kashmir. While a copy of the photograph is retained by the Army, another one is given to the family for proper preservation.
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October - 25 
In separate attacks, terrorists lobbed grenades at a security force picket at Bandipore in Baramulla district, at a security force vehicle at Seer Hamadan in Anantnag district and at the residence of a ruling National Conference leader at Badarhaar i
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In separate attacks, terrorists lobbed grenades at a security force picket at Bandipore in Baramulla district, at a security force vehicle at Seer Hamadan in Anantnag district and at the residence of a ruling National Conference leader at Badarhaar in Kupwara district. There were no casualties or damage in all three attacks.
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October - 25 
One terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), later identified as a 'Sergeant Major' was killed in an encounter at Guwahati on October 25. Some arms, ammunition, and incriminating documents relating to the activities of the NDFB
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One terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), later identified as a 'Sergeant Major' was killed in an encounter at Guwahati on October 25. Some arms, ammunition, and incriminating documents relating to the activities of the NDFB were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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October - 25 
Sixty eight terrorists belonging to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) and the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) surrendered before the Governor, Lt. Gen. (Retd.) S.K. Sinha, and Ch
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Sixty eight terrorists belonging to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) and the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) surrendered before the Governor, Lt. Gen. (Retd.) S.K. Sinha, and Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta at Bilasipara in Dhubri on October 25.
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October - 25 
Suspected terrorists attacked and injured a child at Pattan in Baramulla district.
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Suspected terrorists attacked and injured a child at Pattan in Baramulla district.
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October - 25 
Suspected terrorists of the Hizbul Mujahideen attacked several government offices in Srinagar on October 25 and destroyed documents relating to the ongoing census process. Earlier the terrorist organisation had issued a warning to the Muslim governme
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Suspected terrorists of the Hizbul Mujahideen attacked several government offices in Srinagar on October 25 and destroyed documents relating to the ongoing census process. Earlier the terrorist organisation had issued a warning to the Muslim government employees, threatening dire consequences if they took part in the census process. The Hizb claims that the Census is aimed at changing the Muslim-majority status in held Kashmir. The process was scheduled to end on September 30, but has been extended indefinitely.
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October - 25 
The Jammu and Kashmir Awami League in a public meeting at Wakura, Ganderbal, on October 25, has criticised Pakistan for promoting and encouraging inhuman acts in Jammu and Kashmir. Branding the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan as ‘anti-I
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The Jammu and Kashmir Awami League in a public meeting at Wakura, Ganderbal, on October 25, has criticised Pakistan for promoting and encouraging inhuman acts in Jammu and Kashmir. Branding the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan as ‘anti-Islamic’ the party said that "terrorists have no religion and that was why ISI has resorted to such large scale destruction and death in the region".
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October - 25 
Three terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen surrendered to security forces along with their weapons at Shahpura in Poonch district. The three were trained in Pakistan and were required by their outfit to indulge in subversive activities in the Sabijan
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Three terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen surrendered to security forces along with their weapons at Shahpura in Poonch district. The three were trained in Pakistan and were required by their outfit to indulge in subversive activities in the Sabijan area of the district.
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October - 25 
Two unidentified terrorists, suspected to be foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), were killed in an encounter which ensued after security forces raided their hideout at Dopatta in Rajouri district on October 25. Some associates of the sl
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Two unidentified terrorists, suspected to be foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), were killed in an encounter which ensued after security forces raided their hideout at Dopatta in Rajouri district on October 25. Some associates of the slain terrorists managed to escape from the hide-out.
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October - 25 
A news report in a Pakistani daily 'Dawn' indicated that former Soviet President, Mikhail Gorbachev is to form a study group which will explore options for the resolution of the Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan. The report adds that the pro
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A news report in a Pakistani daily 'Dawn' indicated that former Soviet President, Mikhail Gorbachev is to form a study group which will explore options for the resolution of the Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan. The report adds that the proposed study group is to be set up under the auspices of Gorbachev Peace Institute, Turner Foundation and the Rotary International based in Chicago. The report mentioned that Gorbachev is of the opinion that the Kashmir dispute could be solved through a continuous dialogue between officials and scholars of India, Pakistan, and representatives of Kashmir people.
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October - 25 
An activist of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) was killed by unidentified gunmen in Karachi on October 25. Following his death, tension prevailed in the area as MQM-A cadres protested against the killing. According to police sources, the d
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An activist of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) was killed by unidentified gunmen in Karachi on October 25. Following his death, tension prevailed in the area as MQM-A cadres protested against the killing. According to police sources, the deceased was a former joint secretary of the MQM-A and had been arrested earlier for kidnapping, arson and firing. They added that he had been released on bail 25 days ago. The MQM-A, in a statement, condemned the killing, and demanded the immediate arrest of the killers.
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October - 25 
Markaz-ud-Dawa-wal-Irshad (MDI), the parent organisation of Lashkar-e-Toiba, a terrorist outfit active in Kashmir, has cancelled its annual convention scheduled for the first week of November at its headquarters in Muridke near Lahore. The decision t
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Markaz-ud-Dawa-wal-Irshad (MDI), the parent organisation of Lashkar-e-Toiba, a terrorist outfit active in Kashmir, has cancelled its annual convention scheduled for the first week of November at its headquarters in Muridke near Lahore. The decision to cancel the convention is influenced by reports that the United States is likely to declare the MDI as a terrorist outfit. The Urdu daily Khabrain which reported the cancellation, quoted MDI sources as saying that the cancellation was done in view of the Ramzan season. The organisers also added that the convention could now be held in March or April next year. Last year, the then Premier Nawaz Sharief had made arrangements to prevent the holding of the convention because the MDI activities had greatly embarrassed Pakistan internationally. But before the convention, the Sharief government was unseated by the Army chief Gen. Pervez Musharraf. Under Gen. Musharraf regime, the MDl has been given full freedom to hold its convention.
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October - 25 
Pakistani daily The News reported that a meeting between ex-Premier and Pakistan Peoples Party Chairperson Benazir Bhutto and MQM-A chief Altaf Hussain is expected to take place in the near future. The agenda for the proposed meeting is not known.
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Pakistani daily The News reported that a meeting between ex-Premier and Pakistan Peoples Party Chairperson Benazir Bhutto and MQM-A chief Altaf Hussain is expected to take place in the near future. The agenda for the proposed meeting is not known.
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October - 25 
Security forces in Karachi, on October 25, arrested five persons and seized a large cache of arms and ammunition from their possession. Three others managed to escape. Security agencies claimed that the arrested persons belong to India's external int
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Security forces in Karachi, on October 25, arrested five persons and seized a large cache of arms and ammunition from their possession. Three others managed to escape. Security agencies claimed that the arrested persons belong to India's external intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW). Security officials said that the arrested persons were in Karachi to secure Pakistani identity cards and carry out bomb attacks.
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October - 25 
Security has been tightened in Faisalabad after reports indicated that terrorists were likely to attack some religious leaders.
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Security has been tightened in Faisalabad after reports indicated that terrorists were likely to attack some religious leaders.
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October - 25 
An official spokesman of India's External Affairs Ministry said, on October 25, that activities of the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) and Bodo terrorists operating from Bhutanese territory were raised during the three day Bhutan visit of Ind
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An official spokesman of India's External Affairs Ministry said, on October 25, that activities of the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) and Bodo terrorists operating from Bhutanese territory were raised during the three day Bhutan visit of India's Foreign Secretary Lalit Mansingh on October 19-21. The spokesman did not comment whether the two countries had decided to take military action against these terrorists.
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October - 25 
A civilian was killed by rebels on October 25 in Manikkavaigar Karaveddi of Nellody.
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A civilian was killed by rebels on October 25 in Manikkavaigar Karaveddi of Nellody.
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October - 25 
At Vavuniya, the army bomb disposal team defused a land mine, which was recovered from the railway tracks close to the Vavuniya railway station.
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At Vavuniya, the army bomb disposal team defused a land mine, which was recovered from the railway tracks close to the Vavuniya railway station.
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October - 25 
In a separate incident in the Eluthumadduval area, two soldiers were injured in a rebel mortar attack.
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In a separate incident in the Eluthumadduval area, two soldiers were injured in a rebel mortar attack.
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October - 25 
Official media sources reported that investigations have started into the October 24 attack on the Bindunuwewa Detention camp, which resulted in at least 18 deaths. In the first round, as many as 267 persons were taken for interrogation. In the meanw
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Official media sources reported that investigations have started into the October 24 attack on the Bindunuwewa Detention camp, which resulted in at least 18 deaths. In the first round, as many as 267 persons were taken for interrogation. In the meanwhile the government has assigned the task of investigation to the CID.
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October - 25 
On October 25, two rebels were killed when troops destroyed a rebel bunker in the Chavakachcheri area. Two rebels were killed in the Nunavil area when troops ambushed a group of terrorists on the same day. Troops also recovered some ammunition from t
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On October 25, two rebels were killed when troops destroyed a rebel bunker in the Chavakachcheri area. Two rebels were killed in the Nunavil area when troops ambushed a group of terrorists on the same day. Troops also recovered some ammunition from the fleeing rebels.
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October - 25 
On the political front, Minister of Power and Energy, Gen. Anuruddha Ratwatte was sworn in as Deputy Defence Minister on October 25.
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On the political front, Minister of Power and Energy, Gen. Anuruddha Ratwatte was sworn in as Deputy Defence Minister on October 25.
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October - 25 
Sri Lankan foreign minister Lakshman Kadirgamar, on October 25, in an interview to Reuters in Bangkok, stated that the government is determined to seek a solution to its conflict with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). He said that there is
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Sri Lankan foreign minister Lakshman Kadirgamar, on October 25, in an interview to Reuters in Bangkok, stated that the government is determined to seek a solution to its conflict with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). He said that there is no other alternative to war unless the rebels change their stance on peace talks. He warned the rebels that their belief in winning "a separate state by force of arms" is a "terrible mistake". He added that the Norwegian-brokered peace initiative has not been scrapped. "We have made it very clear that we remain engaged in the process but at the moment not much is happening." Recalling the failures in the previous peace processes he said that the government "would wish to have some demonstration of bona fides" on the part of the rebels that "they are really serious about talks". On the issue of garnering the required two-third support for the Constitution Reform Bill, he hoped that the opposition could be persuaded to support the new constitution.
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October - 25 
Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga is reported to have made a statement, on October 25, blaming external forces for inciting the attack and added that there had been no disagreements between the detainees and their guards.
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Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga is reported to have made a statement, on October 25, blaming external forces for inciting the attack and added that there had been no disagreements between the detainees and their guards.
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October - 25 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), through a press release from their office in London on October 25, have blamed the Sri Lankan troops for the ‘massacre’ in the camp. They claimed that over 30 inmates were killed and more than 50 were inju
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), through a press release from their office in London on October 25, have blamed the Sri Lankan troops for the ‘massacre’ in the camp. They claimed that over 30 inmates were killed and more than 50 were injured in the attack. In a similar allegation, the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) stated that the authorities of the detention centre were involved in the attack.
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October - 26 
Five security force personnel of the Assam Rifles were killed on October 26 when the Myanmar troops, mistaking them for National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) terrorists, opened fire on a border outpost at Lungwah village in the M
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Five security force personnel of the Assam Rifles were killed on October 26 when the Myanmar troops, mistaking them for National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) terrorists, opened fire on a border outpost at Lungwah village in the Mon district of Nagaland. The NSCN (K) has several bases on the Myanmar border in the Mon district.
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October - 26 
In Rajouri district, three Hizb terrorists and two security force personnel were killed and one security force personnel injured during an encounter at Thil. Two of these slain terrorists were suspected to be foreign nationals.
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In Rajouri district, three Hizb terrorists and two security force personnel were killed and one security force personnel injured during an encounter at Thil. Two of these slain terrorists were suspected to be foreign nationals.
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October - 26 
On October 26, three security force personnel were killed in an encounter with terrorists of National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) in Nalabari district.
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On October 26, three security force personnel were killed in an encounter with terrorists of National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) in Nalabari district.
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October - 26 
On the evening of October 26, six terrorists were killed when security forces intercepted a group of terrorists attempting to infiltrate from across the Line of Control (LoC) near Manju in Kupwara district. Of these slain terrorists, two were activis
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On the evening of October 26, six terrorists were killed when security forces intercepted a group of terrorists attempting to infiltrate from across the Line of Control (LoC) near Manju in Kupwara district. Of these slain terrorists, two were activists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, two of the Al-Fatah and one of the Al-Badr. The sixth terrorist is yet to be identified.
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October - 26 
One terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed by a member of the Village Defence Council (VDC) at Chablas.
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One terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed by a member of the Village Defence Council (VDC) at Chablas.
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October - 26 
Suspected NDFB terrorists killed one person at Tinhuti, close to the border with Arunachal Pradesh in Tezpur district.
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Suspected NDFB terrorists killed one person at Tinhuti, close to the border with Arunachal Pradesh in Tezpur district.
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October - 26 
Three more terrorists were killed in another encounter at Budnumbal.
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Three more terrorists were killed in another encounter at Budnumbal.
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October - 26 
Two security force personnel and one civilian were injured when unidentified terrorists attacked a security force post in Srinagar.
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Two security force personnel and one civilian were injured when unidentified terrorists attacked a security force post in Srinagar.
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October - 26 
An anti-terrorist squad official and a passer-by were seriously injured when suspected terrorists shot at them in Multan on October 26. According to security sources, the injured officer was investigating a number of terrorism related cases and had a
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An anti-terrorist squad official and a passer-by were seriously injured when suspected terrorists shot at them in Multan on October 26. According to security sources, the injured officer was investigating a number of terrorism related cases and had also arrested more than two dozen criminals involved in sectarian killings.
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October - 26 
The Hizb chief Syed Salahuddin in a statement issued on October 26 said that the outfit would further accelerate their operations against the Indian security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. While putting the onus on the Indian government to come forward
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The Hizb chief Syed Salahuddin in a statement issued on October 26 said that the outfit would further accelerate their operations against the Indian security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. While putting the onus on the Indian government to come forward and resolve the Kashmir issue immediately, he also said that the integrity of India could not be guaranteed. The Hizb chief has also claimed that senior Indian army and para-military officials have admitted that the security force personnel were losing the military initiative in Kashmir and that there cannot be a military solution to the Kashmir issue.
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October - 26 
A dead body, suspected to that of a rebel killed in a previous encounter in the Marble beach, was recovered from the sea in Kinniya.
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A dead body, suspected to that of a rebel killed in a previous encounter in the Marble beach, was recovered from the sea in Kinniya.
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October - 26 
Official media sources reported that two rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in a joint operation conducted by army, navy and police in the Marble Beach area in Trincomalee on October 26. Troops recovered an anti-tank we
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Official media sources reported that two rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in a joint operation conducted by army, navy and police in the Marble Beach area in Trincomalee on October 26. Troops recovered an anti-tank weapon and other equipment from their possession. In addition, troops recovered five bodies of the rebels from the area.
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October - 27 
A left wing extremist, Naxalite of Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was shot dead by some unidentified criminals at Saya village under Mali police station area on October 27.
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A left wing extremist, Naxalite of Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was shot dead by some unidentified criminals at Saya village under Mali police station area on October 27.
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October - 27 
Another senior member of the PDF was injured, by suspected Bodo terrorists.
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Another senior member of the PDF was injured, by suspected Bodo terrorists.
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October - 27 
Canadian police announced, on October 27, the arrest of two Sikh suspects for involvement in the 1985 Air India aircraft bomb explosion. The Air India aircraft, Kanishka was on a flight from Montreal to New Delhi when it went down off the coast of Ir
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Canadian police announced, on October 27, the arrest of two Sikh suspects for involvement in the 1985 Air India aircraft bomb explosion. The Air India aircraft, Kanishka was on a flight from Montreal to New Delhi when it went down off the coast of Ireland on June 23, 1985, killing all 329 people passengers and crew aboard. On the same day, an attempt to sabotage another Air India flight in Tokyo failed when a bomb exploded prematurely, killing two baggage handlers. The two suspects have been charged with both the bomb attacks. The announcement of the arrests comes after a 15-year investigation into the incident. Investigators said both bombs were placed on the flights in Vancouver. One Sikh terrorist is serving a 10-year sentence in Canada for his involvement in the Tokyo blast.
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October - 27 
Five civilians including a child were killed and four other children were injured by terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Debendra Sarkarpara in West Tripura district on October 27.
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Five civilians including a child were killed and four other children were injured by terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) at Debendra Sarkarpara in West Tripura district on October 27.
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October - 27 
In another incident, a tribal woman was killed and three others injured in a bomb attack by the terrorists of United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF) on October 27 in Dhalai district.
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In another incident, a tribal woman was killed and three others injured in a bomb attack by the terrorists of United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF) on October 27 in Dhalai district.
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October - 27 
In Baramulla district, one foreign mercenary was killed near the Line of Control at Jawahar post in the Tarbal-Gurez area.
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In Baramulla district, one foreign mercenary was killed near the Line of Control at Jawahar post in the Tarbal-Gurez area.
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October - 27 
In Barpeta district, suspected Bodo terrorists killed a senior member of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) near Golagaon village.
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In Barpeta district, suspected Bodo terrorists killed a senior member of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) near Golagaon village.
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October - 27 
In North Tripura district, NLFT terrorists abducted a senior leader of Communist Party of India (Marxist).
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In North Tripura district, NLFT terrorists abducted a senior leader of Communist Party of India (Marxist).
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October - 27 
In separate attacks, two civilians were killed by unidentified terrorists at Srinagar and Nunnar in Ganderbal.
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In separate attacks, two civilians were killed by unidentified terrorists at Srinagar and Nunnar in Ganderbal.
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October - 27 
Left wing extremists, Naxalites killed two civilians at Jamdi and Tutiknar in Gadchiroli district on the night of October 27. The two were accused of being police informers.
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Left wing extremists, Naxalites killed two civilians at Jamdi and Tutiknar in Gadchiroli district on the night of October 27. The two were accused of being police informers.
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October - 27 
Media reports stated that ten of the eleven people abducted by suspected Hmar People’s Convention (Democrats) terrorists from North Mizoram on October 26 were released on October 27.
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Media reports stated that ten of the eleven people abducted by suspected Hmar People’s Convention (Democrats) terrorists from North Mizoram on October 26 were released on October 27.
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October - 27 
Nine persons were killed and twelve others were injured by suspected terrorists of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in the headquarter of Nalbari district in Assam on October 27. However, security force personnel also reported the recovery of s
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Nine persons were killed and twelve others were injured by suspected terrorists of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in the headquarter of Nalbari district in Assam on October 27. However, security force personnel also reported the recovery of some pamphlets issued by a group termed ‘Assam Tiger force’ from the site of massacre.
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October - 27 
On the night of October 27, one foreign mercenary, identified as a Saudi Arabian national, and one security force personnel were killed when two fidayeens (suicide squad members) of the Lashkar-e-Toiba attempted to storm a security force base at Sura
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On the night of October 27, one foreign mercenary, identified as a Saudi Arabian national, and one security force personnel were killed when two fidayeens (suicide squad members) of the Lashkar-e-Toiba attempted to storm a security force base at Surankote in Poonch district. A news report, citing Lashkar sources, said that the second fidayeen, a Pakistani national, managed to escape after the attack.
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October - 27 
On the political front, most localities in the Kashmir valley region were reported to have observed the strike called by the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC). The strike was called by the Hurriyat on the 53rd anniversary of the entry of Indian Ar
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On the political front, most localities in the Kashmir valley region were reported to have observed the strike called by the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC). The strike was called by the Hurriyat on the 53rd anniversary of the entry of Indian Army forces into the valley on the request of the then ruler Maharaja Hari Singh.
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October - 27 
One civilian was injured in a mine-blast at Uri in Baramulla district while another was injured in an attack, by terrorists, at Srinagar.
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One civilian was injured in a mine-blast at Uri in Baramulla district while another was injured in an attack, by terrorists, at Srinagar.
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October - 27 
One civilian was killed by left-wing extremists (Naxalites) of the Communist Party of India-ML on the night of October 27 at Rajupeta in Warangal district. The civilian was suspected by his assailants of being a police informer.
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One civilian was killed by left-wing extremists (Naxalites) of the Communist Party of India-ML on the night of October 27 at Rajupeta in Warangal district. The civilian was suspected by his assailants of being a police informer.
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October - 27 
One terrorist, the 'local commander' of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen for Thatri region in Doda district, was killed in an encounter at Shamadalein in the district on October 27. Security forces said that the slain terrorist was involved in the massacre of
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One terrorist, the 'local commander' of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen for Thatri region in Doda district, was killed in an encounter at Shamadalein in the district on October 27. Security forces said that the slain terrorist was involved in the massacre of 15 civilians at Liyota in the district in June 1999.
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October - 27 
One ULFA terrorist was killed in an encounter at Chetia Pathar near Chabua on October 27.
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One ULFA terrorist was killed in an encounter at Chetia Pathar near Chabua on October 27.
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October - 27 
Responding to Pakistan's military ruler, Gen. Pervez Musharraf's recent offer of dialogue with India, the Union Home Minister reiterated that no dialogue can be held with Pakistan so long as the latter's support to the terrorist violence in the State
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Responding to Pakistan's military ruler, Gen. Pervez Musharraf's recent offer of dialogue with India, the Union Home Minister reiterated that no dialogue can be held with Pakistan so long as the latter's support to the terrorist violence in the State continued. Mr. Advani pointed out that Gen. Musharraf was attempting to incite and instigate sections of Kashmiris against India in the same speech where he offered a dialogue with India.
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October - 27 
Ten civilians were abducted and four left injured after an attack by unidentified terrorists in Komnaga near Imphal on October 27. The abducted civilians were later rescued by the police, though the abductors are yet to be caught. No further details
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Ten civilians were abducted and four left injured after an attack by unidentified terrorists in Komnaga near Imphal on October 27. The abducted civilians were later rescued by the police, though the abductors are yet to be caught. No further details were available.
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October - 27 
Terrorists of the Bru National Council of Tripura (BNCT) abducted four fishermen near the Dumbur Lake.
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Terrorists of the Bru National Council of Tripura (BNCT) abducted four fishermen near the Dumbur Lake.
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October - 27 
The Union Home Minister LK Advani said in New Delhi on October 27, that the Union government is willing to talk to anybody in Kashmir, including terrorists, provided they lay down their weapons and announce a cessation of hostilities. Mr. Advani was
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The Union Home Minister LK Advani said in New Delhi on October 27, that the Union government is willing to talk to anybody in Kashmir, including terrorists, provided they lay down their weapons and announce a cessation of hostilities. Mr. Advani was speaking to members of the Bharatiya Janata Party. Responding to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen chief Syed Salauddin's suggestion of involving an international guarantor to make any future talks "meaningful", he clarified that the Government had already highlighted the relevance of bilateral discussions and hence this attempt to involve a third party in talks "is not acceptable to us".
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October - 27 
Two NLFT terrorists were arrested in Churaibari and Chhawmanu.
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Two NLFT terrorists were arrested in Churaibari and Chhawmanu.
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October - 27 
Unidentified terrorists, suspected to be members of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, killed one civilian at Brari in Doda district. The attackers accused the civilian of being an informer of security forces.
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Unidentified terrorists, suspected to be members of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, killed one civilian at Brari in Doda district. The attackers accused the civilian of being an informer of security forces.
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October - 27 
Union Minister of State for Home Ch. Vidyasagar Rao said on October 27 that the Union government is contemplating the imposition of a ban on the Deendar Anjuman, an Islamic terrorist outfit, for its suspected involvement in the recent church blasts i
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Union Minister of State for Home Ch. Vidyasagar Rao said on October 27 that the Union government is contemplating the imposition of a ban on the Deendar Anjuman, an Islamic terrorist outfit, for its suspected involvement in the recent church blasts in several southern States of India. Speaking to newsmen in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, the minister said that this suspicion was on the basis of intelligence information received form all States on the activities of the Deendar Anjuman and their role in the recent bomb blasts in places of worship. The minister added that intelligence agencies have also recommended a ban on the Islamic Students Organisation, a proposal which was also under the active consideration of the government.
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October - 27 
According to Pakistani weekly Frontier Post, the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) has admitted to an infiltration within its rank and file by Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), the external intelligence agency of India. LeT sources endorsed intelligence agencies
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According to Pakistani weekly Frontier Post, the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) has admitted to an infiltration within its rank and file by Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), the external intelligence agency of India. LeT sources endorsed intelligence agencies' preliminary findings that the bomb blast on October 22 at the LeT convention in Karachi might have been carried out by some RAW 'infiltrator(s)'. As reported earlier, the October 22 blast killed three persons and injured 30 others. Amir Mir says there was no way an outsider could have planted a bomb at the Lashkar convention in Karachi. Lashkar sources pointed out that the latest blast is a repeat of the 1998 and 1999 explosions at the LeT's annual conventions. The news report also mentioned that the October 22 Karachi blast was preceded by a bomb explosion in Jammu and Kashmir on October 21. India had alleged that the blast was carried out by LeT terrorists. The blast had killed two Indian security force personnel and injured four others. Frontier Post quoting a senior Indian security force official pointed out that this was the first time Kashmiri terrorists had used an unmanned pony as a remote-controlled bomb courier. Lashkar sources said that it is already faced with a serious problem of Indian infiltration in its rank-and-file. LeT sources claimed that in the last three years, they have arrested more than three dozen Lashkar activists who were actually RAW agents. The sources also added that the arrested activists were Hindus posing as Muslims to infiltrate the Lashkar fold. According to the report, Lashkar is the main target of Indian attacks since it has been accused of killing over 100 Hindu pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir. The outfit believes that many more RAW agents may have infiltrated into the outfit. Frontier Post, quoting an unidentified expert indicated that this could be the beginning of a spate of bomb attacks on the Lashkar. The weekly also pointed out the policy problems the Pakistani government is likely to face with the Lashkar call for Jihad against Israel. It foresaw ‘undue’ pressure on Pakistan's Kashmir policy due to LeT’s new found adversary.
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October - 27 
Quoting security experts, Pakistani weekly Frontier Post has pointed out that the claims of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen having indigenously produced shoulder-fired surface-to-air missiles(SAM's) could add a new dimension to the conflict. Drawing a parallel to
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Quoting security experts, Pakistani weekly Frontier Post has pointed out that the claims of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen having indigenously produced shoulder-fired surface-to-air missiles(SAM's) could add a new dimension to the conflict. Drawing a parallel to the introduction of similar Stingers during the Afghan conflict, the experts believe that the Hizb claims could lead to further instability in the region. As briefly reported earlier, the Muttahida Jihad Council (MJC), a collective body of various terrorist outfits had announced the introduction of the indigenously produced SAM's. The MJC had also indicated that the missile is likely to be tested soon to prove its worth. Sources recalled that during the late nineties, the Indian security forces had claimed arresting some terrorists with SAMs, prompting the then Indian Prime Minister, I K Gujral to contact the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif, and point out that any attempt by the terrorists to down Indian aircraft could add a dangerous dimension to the conflict.
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October - 27 
Amnesty International, the London based Human Rights group issued a call for ‘full investigation’ into the incident. In a letter to the President Chandrika Kumaratunga, the organisation demanded a full impartial investigation "to ensure that those fo
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Amnesty International, the London based Human Rights group issued a call for ‘full investigation’ into the incident. In a letter to the President Chandrika Kumaratunga, the organisation demanded a full impartial investigation "to ensure that those found responsible are brought to justice". Police have released thirteen names of inmates who were killed in the attack. Investigators of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), looking into this attack, are reported to have discovered that a large number of posters calling for the Rehabilitation Centre to be removed from the area had appeared near the camp. These posters were issued by the Sihala Urumaya, the hardline Sinhala Buddhist Nationalist Party.
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October - 27 
In an instance of civilians falling prey to the protracted ethnic war, independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that a young lady feeding her baby was killed when a mortar-bomb hit her house at Kaluwanchikudi, south of Batticaloa on Octob
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In an instance of civilians falling prey to the protracted ethnic war, independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that a young lady feeding her baby was killed when a mortar-bomb hit her house at Kaluwanchikudi, south of Batticaloa on October 27. The baby and her father were injured.
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October - 27 
On October 27, one civilian was killed and another injured in a rebel attack on a police post at Kovil in Kalavanchikudi.
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On October 27, one civilian was killed and another injured in a rebel attack on a police post at Kovil in Kalavanchikudi.
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Seven soldiers were injured in a mortar attack by the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam at Eldumaduwal and Nagarkovil in Jaffna on October 27-28. No further details were available.
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Seven soldiers were injured in a mortar attack by the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam at Eldumaduwal and Nagarkovil in Jaffna on October 27-28. No further details were available.
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October - 27 
The Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) continued with its criticisms of the incident by saying that, ‘the manner in which the attack has been carried out is clearly suggestive of collaboration between officials at the camp and persons outside the c
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The Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) continued with its criticisms of the incident by saying that, ‘the manner in which the attack has been carried out is clearly suggestive of collaboration between officials at the camp and persons outside the camp who have planned and prepared to carry out the attack’.
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October - 27 
The United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan on October 27 called on the Sri Lankan government to conduct an impartial inquiry into the October 24 attack on the Bindunuwewa Detention Camp that killed an estimated twenty-six youth detained under th
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The United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan on October 27 called on the Sri Lankan government to conduct an impartial inquiry into the October 24 attack on the Bindunuwewa Detention Camp that killed an estimated twenty-six youth detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
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October - 28 
Four civilians were injured in a rifle grenade attack by terrorists on the Secretariat building in Srinagar on June 28. The grenades missed the intended target and exploded in a nearby locality. The Jaish-e-Muhammad is reported to have claimed respon
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Four civilians were injured in a rifle grenade attack by terrorists on the Secretariat building in Srinagar on June 28. The grenades missed the intended target and exploded in a nearby locality. The Jaish-e-Muhammad is reported to have claimed responsibility for the attack adding that 18 grenades were fired at the intended target.
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October - 28 
In an encounter at Kote-Chadyal, Rajouri district, two terrorists were killed.
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In an encounter at Kote-Chadyal, Rajouri district, two terrorists were killed.
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October - 28 
In another encounter at Harian in Udhampur district one terrorist was killed.
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In another encounter at Harian in Udhampur district one terrorist was killed.
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October - 28 
In another encounter at Rebtar in Ganderbal town, two Kashmiri terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen were killed.
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In another encounter at Rebtar in Ganderbal town, two Kashmiri terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen were killed.
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October - 28 
In another incident, a terrorist hideout in the Dogani forests of Rajouri district was raided and destroyed by security forces. Some rifle grenades, one launcher, and other explosives were recovered.
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In another incident, a terrorist hideout in the Dogani forests of Rajouri district was raided and destroyed by security forces. Some rifle grenades, one launcher, and other explosives were recovered.
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October - 28 
In Srinagar, terrorists lobbed a grenade at a security force post and injured three personnel. The "Shaheen Squad", a division of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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In Srinagar, terrorists lobbed a grenade at a security force post and injured three personnel. The "Shaheen Squad", a division of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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October - 28 
Mizoram police reported, on October 28, that they suspect that terrorists of the Hmar People’s Conference (Democrats), who had abducted eleven civilians and later released ten, have crossed over to Manipur with one of the abducted. Police sources sai
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Mizoram police reported, on October 28, that they suspect that terrorists of the Hmar People’s Conference (Democrats), who had abducted eleven civilians and later released ten, have crossed over to Manipur with one of the abducted. Police sources said that the eleven, who were casual labourers working on a road construction project, were abducted by the Hmar terrorists who mistakenly believed them to be employees of the public sector North-East Electric and Power Corporation (NEEPCO). Ten of them were released after the terrorists realised their mistake.
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October - 28 
On the night of October 28, a politician of the ruling National Conference was killed by unidentified terrorists at Banderpora in Badgam district.
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On the night of October 28, a politician of the ruling National Conference was killed by unidentified terrorists at Banderpora in Badgam district.
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October - 28 
The Commission of Inquiry into the police firing on April 3, 2000 at Brakpora in Anantnag district, headed by Justice S R Pandian, a retired judge of Supreme Court of India, submitted its report to the Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah on October 27. In
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The Commission of Inquiry into the police firing on April 3, 2000 at Brakpora in Anantnag district, headed by Justice S R Pandian, a retired judge of Supreme Court of India, submitted its report to the Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah on October 27. In this incident where security forces fired on a protest march outside the SOG camp in Brakpora, Anantnag district, eight civilians were killed and more that 12 injured. The State government is yet to release the report. However, citing " well-informed sources", a news report on October 28, has speculated that seven security force personnel, three of the Special Operations Group (SOG), a unit of the Jammu and Kashmir Police and four of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), were held directly responsible by the Commission for the incident. The Commission is also reported to have ruled that there was no evidence against two senior security force officials, Farooq Khan, the then Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Anantnag district and Gazanfar Ali then Station House Officer (SHO), Achhabal, for culpability in the incident.
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October - 28 
Two terrorists, suspected to be foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, were killed when security forces raided their hideout at Kot Chadwal in Rajouri district on October 28.
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Two terrorists, suspected to be foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, were killed when security forces raided their hideout at Kot Chadwal in Rajouri district on October 28.
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October - 28 
According to delayed reports, four children were killed and three others injured in a bomb blast in Quetta on October 28. The bomb was concealed in a toy with which the children were playing.
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According to delayed reports, four children were killed and three others injured in a bomb blast in Quetta on October 28. The bomb was concealed in a toy with which the children were playing.
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October - 28 
Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Abdul Sattar said on October 28 that permission would not be given to the US to cross its airspace in the event of a possible attack on the facilities of Afghanistan-based Osama bin Laden, the Saudi dissident accused of t
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Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Abdul Sattar said on October 28 that permission would not be given to the US to cross its airspace in the event of a possible attack on the facilities of Afghanistan-based Osama bin Laden, the Saudi dissident accused of terrorist attacks against US targets. He clarified that Washington did not seek permission for such an attack two years ago, and stated that Pakistan would make an international protest if the United States violated its airspace again. In 1998 US warships fired cruise missiles at Osama bin Laden's camps in Afghanistan following which Pakistan had lodged a protest with the United States for violation of its airspace. He said that he did not know if the United States was planning another attack on Afghanistan, but had heard speculations to this effect in the American media. He added that if "there is violation of airspace, we will raise this matter to councils of the world as a violation of universally recognised principles of international law,".
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October - 28 
A news report from Kathmandu, citing a prominent human rights activist, Padma Ratna Tuladhar, said on October 28 that Nepal's Deputy Prime Minister Ram Chandra Poudel held unofficial talks with a high level representative of the Maoist insurgent outf
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A news report from Kathmandu, citing a prominent human rights activist, Padma Ratna Tuladhar, said on October 28 that Nepal's Deputy Prime Minister Ram Chandra Poudel held unofficial talks with a high level representative of the Maoist insurgent outfit, the Nepal Communist Party (Maoist) at an undisclosed location in Kathmandu on October 27. The report added that the insurgent outfit was represented by NCP (Maoist) central committee leader Rabindra Shrestha. No details of these talks were revealed.
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October - 28 
On October 28, one Maoist insurgent was killed in an encounter in Achham.
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On October 28, one Maoist insurgent was killed in an encounter in Achham.
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October - 28 
On October 28, a soldier was injured in a rebel mortar attack in Elutumadduval. The police post at Chenkaladi came under rebel attack though no casualty was reported.
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On October 28, a soldier was injured in a rebel mortar attack in Elutumadduval. The police post at Chenkaladi came under rebel attack though no casualty was reported.
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October - 28 
On October 28, Charity Commission of the British Government, froze the bank accounts of a London-based charity organisation, Tamil Rehabilitation Organisation (TRO) in Walthamstow which allegedly was collecting money for the Sri Lankan rebel outfit L
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On October 28, Charity Commission of the British Government, froze the bank accounts of a London-based charity organisation, Tamil Rehabilitation Organisation (TRO) in Walthamstow which allegedly was collecting money for the Sri Lankan rebel outfit Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). This action was reportedly taken after a complaint by Lord Avebury, vice-chairman of the Parliamentary Human Rights Group. Three other charities, Tamil Refugee Training and Employment Centre, in Walthamstow, the Tamil Refugee Action Group in Vauxhall, and Cancer Aid Sri Lanka in Hounslow are also being questioned on similar charges. Several charities in the United Kingdom are reportedly controlled by the LTTE and used for fund-raising and propaganda purpose. These organisations are registered as charities, which gives them a free hand to move funds from UK to Sri Lanka without paying tax.
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October - 28 
Three persons, suspected of being LTTE rebels were arrested in Galle on October 28. The three were arrested during search operations.
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Three persons, suspected of being LTTE rebels were arrested in Galle on October 28. The three were arrested during search operations.
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October - 29 
According to a news report on October 29, Indian Defence Ministry sources said that claims by some terrorist groups active in Kashmir of having indigenously produced surface to air missiles (SAM) were "ridiculous" and meant as a cover for a possible
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According to a news report on October 29, Indian Defence Ministry sources said that claims by some terrorist groups active in Kashmir of having indigenously produced surface to air missiles (SAM) were "ridiculous" and meant as a cover for a possible transfer of such missiles by the Pakistani Army to the terrorist outfits.
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October - 29 
Based on the confession of a terrorist arrested earlier, security forces raided a hide-out at Chanderhama in Baramulla district and recovered a large quantity of arms, ammunition, grenades, rockets and other explosives.
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Based on the confession of a terrorist arrested earlier, security forces raided a hide-out at Chanderhama in Baramulla district and recovered a large quantity of arms, ammunition, grenades, rockets and other explosives.
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October - 29 
Four security force personnel were killed and two injured in an attack by left wing extremists, Naxalites of the Lalkhand outfit at Kendwadith in Dhanbad district on October 29.
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Four security force personnel were killed and two injured in an attack by left wing extremists, Naxalites of the Lalkhand outfit at Kendwadith in Dhanbad district on October 29.
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October - 29 
In Poonch district, two foreign mercenaries, part of the Lashkar's fidayeen (suicide squad) attempted to launch an attack on a security force camp at Draba. While one of the mercenaries was killed, the other was injured and arrested. Two civilians wh
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In Poonch district, two foreign mercenaries, part of the Lashkar's fidayeen (suicide squad) attempted to launch an attack on a security force camp at Draba. While one of the mercenaries was killed, the other was injured and arrested. Two civilians who acted as guides for the mercenaries, were also arrested.
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October - 29 
In Srinagar, one security force personnel was attacked and killed by unidentified terrorists. In another similar attack, a Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed at Kanihama in Budgam district.
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In Srinagar, one security force personnel was attacked and killed by unidentified terrorists. In another similar attack, a Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed at Kanihama in Budgam district.
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October - 29 
Marking another major success on the same day, security forces killed six terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammad at Gujjarnar-Chewa in Baramulla district. Security forces identified four of the six slain terrorists but did not release their nationalities
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Marking another major success on the same day, security forces killed six terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammad at Gujjarnar-Chewa in Baramulla district. Security forces identified four of the six slain terrorists but did not release their nationalities. A 'local commander' of the outfit is among those killed.
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October - 29 
Official media sources reported that 25 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed and an unspecified number, injured during Operation Kinihara-III, launched by troops on October 29. The operation was launched to capture rebel
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Official media sources reported that 25 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed and an unspecified number, injured during Operation Kinihara-III, launched by troops on October 29. The operation was launched to capture rebel strong holds south of Maduvil North. Troops also recovered a large amount of military equipment and neutralised a number of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and anti tank mines laid by the rebels. One officer and 10 soldiers were injured in the operation.
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October - 29 
One Pakistani national, a Lashkar mercenary, was killed in an encounter at Dardpora in Kupwara district.
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One Pakistani national, a Lashkar mercenary, was killed in an encounter at Dardpora in Kupwara district.
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October - 29 
Seven terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba and one security force personnel were killed in an encounter at Khurji in Doda district on October 29. These slain terrorists, who comprised five foreign mercenaries and two local terrorists, were a part of a 1
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Seven terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba and one security force personnel were killed in an encounter at Khurji in Doda district on October 29. These slain terrorists, who comprised five foreign mercenaries and two local terrorists, were a part of a 10-member group that had infiltrated from across the Line of Control in Poonch district and had crossed over to Doda district. Security forces were continuing search operations for the three terrorists who escaped from the encounter until last reports came in. One civilian was injured in the crossfire during this encounter.
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October - 29 
Speaking on October 29 during the concluding session of the Jamaat-e-Islami's (JeI) three-day conference held at Qarbala, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen chief, Syed Salahuddin said that the outfit would never accept a cease-fire offer from India unless it he
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Speaking on October 29 during the concluding session of the Jamaat-e-Islami's (JeI) three-day conference held at Qarbala, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen chief, Syed Salahuddin said that the outfit would never accept a cease-fire offer from India unless it held a tripartite dialogue under UN resolutions. Other speakers at the conference asserted that jehad in Jammu and Kashmir would continue even if India announced cease-fire. The JeI said that it would reject any cease-fire proposal from India, which did not include the provision of a plebiscite under the aegis of the United Nations.
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October - 29 
Two more foreign mercenaries were killed in a separate encounter at Cahukandi Bagh. The two were part of a group, which had just infiltrated into India. Security forces were searching for the rest of the group who managed to escape from the encounter
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Two more foreign mercenaries were killed in a separate encounter at Cahukandi Bagh. The two were part of a group, which had just infiltrated into India. Security forces were searching for the rest of the group who managed to escape from the encounter.
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October - 29 
A news report on October 29 said that the US has asked Pakistan to rein in 'Jehadi' organisations, control cross border terrorism and make progress on signing the CTBT if it wants to get out of financial 'difficulties'. These conditions were specifie
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A news report on October 29 said that the US has asked Pakistan to rein in 'Jehadi' organisations, control cross border terrorism and make progress on signing the CTBT if it wants to get out of financial 'difficulties'. These conditions were specified in a letter by US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright to Pakistan's Foreign Minister Abdul Sattar early this month. While official sources in Pakistan and the US embassy refused to confirm the existence of such a letter, the news report claims that sources in Pakistan's foreign ministry revealed the contents.
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October - 29 
Pakistani daily Pakistan Link reports that the Mohajir Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) has called for an amendment to the Pakistan constitution. Quoting senior MQM-A leaders, the news report mentions that the MQM-A wants the centre to possess only three
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Pakistani daily Pakistan Link reports that the Mohajir Quami Movement-Altaf (MQM-A) has called for an amendment to the Pakistan constitution. Quoting senior MQM-A leaders, the news report mentions that the MQM-A wants the centre to possess only three subjects: defence, foreign affairs, and currency. MQM-A demanded that all other subjects should be transferred to the provinces. It also wanted the concurrent list to be abolished along with appropriate amendments to the federal list. The MQM-A leader reportedly said that his organisation wanted the implementation of the 1940 Resolution. He said that the Mohajirs had played an important role in the creation of Pakistan and they would offer any sacrifice to protect it. The MQM-A also denied that its chief Altaf Husain or any other MQM-A leader had written any letter to the Indian government.
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October - 29 
Speaking on October 29 during the concluding session of the Jamaat-e-Islami's (JeI) three-day conference held at Qarbala, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen chief, Syed Salahuddin said that the outfit would never accept a cease-fire offer from India unless it he
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Speaking on October 29 during the concluding session of the Jamaat-e-Islami's (JeI) three-day conference held at Qarbala, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen chief, Syed Salahuddin said that the outfit would never accept a cease-fire offer from India unless it held a tripartite dialogue under UN resolutions. Other speakers at the conference asserted that jehad in Jammu and Kashmir would continue even if India announced cease-fire. The JeI said that it would reject any cease-fire proposal from India, which did not include the provision of a plebiscite under the aegis of the United Nations.
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October - 29 
The Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has offered to provide more recruits to terrorist training camps in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). The JI chief Qazi Hussain Ahmed announced that the Jamaat would soon strengthen and expand its own training camps for terror
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The Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has offered to provide more recruits to terrorist training camps in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). The JI chief Qazi Hussain Ahmed announced that the Jamaat would soon strengthen and expand its own training camps for terrorists near Muzaffarabad and Kotli in PoK. These camps are run on military lines and at any time 400 to 500 cadres are said to receive training in arms and guerrilla warfare. Intelligence sources in the region have indicated that parents of missing children have been forbidden from entering such camps. The JI chief also declared that "jihad is incumbent on all Muslims and the Government is duty-bound to impart military training to people and prepare them for the jihad". The Jamaat chief also declared that "the jihad now going on in Indian occupied Kashmir will soon experience a massive increase in the number of jehadis. Our men will not stop until their goal is achieved-the goal being the liberation of Kashmir from the occupation of Hindu India". Although the Pakistan constitution forbids private armies, the fact that the JI has a private army is an open secret. In the recent times, a section of the Pakistani society has started discussing impact of such private armies and the erosion of state sovereignty. According to latest reports from Pakistan, there are at least 6 private armies with training camps in Pakistan and Afghanistan. All these armies, according to these reports, are organised by sectarian parties with a dual agenda of carrying out terrorist acts in Pakistan and in Jammu and Kashmir. On the aspect of funds for such private armies, the Pakistan daily Dawn reports that funds could be emanating from Saudi Arabia, Iran and, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan. According to critics like Ayaz Amir "it would be far more accurate to call it the era of ISI democracy-democracy corrupted by its own masters (and mistresses) and also mangled and made a mockery of by the military and intelligence establishment, an establishment too big, its presence too overwhelming and its influence on Government too suffocating for democracy to have much of a chance of surviving".
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October - 29 
A rebel mortar attack on a police post was repulsed in the Valachchanei area with the help of the army. A policeman was injured in the attack. The ambulance carrying the injured policeman was attacked by rebels on the Polonnaruwa-Batticaloa road in w
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A rebel mortar attack on a police post was repulsed in the Valachchanei area with the help of the army. A policeman was injured in the attack. The ambulance carrying the injured policeman was attacked by rebels on the Polonnaruwa-Batticaloa road in which the driver and another policeman were killed. Five other policemen were injured.
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October - 29 
Ethnic clashes between Sinhalese and Tamils were reported in different towns of Central Sri Lanka. Independent Tamil news source tamilnet.com reported that two Tamil civilians were killed and many others injured in one such clash at Talawakele on Oct
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Ethnic clashes between Sinhalese and Tamils were reported in different towns of Central Sri Lanka. Independent Tamil news source tamilnet.com reported that two Tamil civilians were killed and many others injured in one such clash at Talawakele on October 29. On the same day at Kotagale, a mob set fire to a Colombo bound train and detained 120 passengers and railway staff. Reuters reported that after the funeral of a Bindunuwewa massacre victim, Tamils set shops on fire and attacked vehicles driving through the town of Nuwara-eliya. Indefinite curfew has been imposed in parts of central Sri Lanka.
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October - 29 
Official investigation into the massacre is yet to ascertain whether the whole episode was pre-planned to discredit the government internationally or was caused due to wilful neglect of the police and army personnel deployed on guard duty at the camp
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Official investigation into the massacre is yet to ascertain whether the whole episode was pre-planned to discredit the government internationally or was caused due to wilful neglect of the police and army personnel deployed on guard duty at the camp. The role of a rebel inmate ‘Anthony James’ is emphasised who reportedly surrendered earlier with the aim of inciting inmates of the camp. The investigators suspect this to be strategy of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), which wanted to eliminate its deserters through an orchestrated riot in the camp.
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October - 29 
Official media sources reported that 25 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed and an unspecified number, injured during Operation Kinihara-III, launched by troops on October 29. The operation was launched to capture rebel
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Official media sources reported that 25 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed and an unspecified number, injured during Operation Kinihara-III, launched by troops on October 29. The operation was launched to capture rebel strong holds south of Maduvil North. Troops also recovered a large amount of military equipment and neutralised a number of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and anti tank mines laid by the rebels. One officer and 10 soldiers were injured in the operation.
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October - 29 
On October 29, one rebel was killed in the Nagarkovil area. Three soldiers were killed in the Idattalralai area in a rebel mortar attack. In a claymore mine explosion, suspected to be laid by the rebels, two soldiers were killed when the tractor, the
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On October 29, one rebel was killed in the Nagarkovil area. Three soldiers were killed in the Idattalralai area in a rebel mortar attack. In a claymore mine explosion, suspected to be laid by the rebels, two soldiers were killed when the tractor, they were travelling in was blown up.
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October - 29 
On October 29, troops in ambush killed two rebels in Palankadi, in Akkairapattu area. On a subsequent search, troops recovered some arms and ammunitions from the site of encounter. Troops claimed that six other rebels, who were injured in the encount
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On October 29, troops in ambush killed two rebels in Palankadi, in Akkairapattu area. On a subsequent search, troops recovered some arms and ammunitions from the site of encounter. Troops claimed that six other rebels, who were injured in the encounter, later succumbed to their injuries. In an encounter in Kopai, troops recovered small quantity of arms, currency, propaganda material and bicycles from a group of fleeing rebels.
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October - 29 
The Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) has appealed to the President to hold an impartial criminal investigative process inclusive of neutral international investigators into the October 24 attack on the Bindunuwewa detention camp.
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The Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) has appealed to the President to hold an impartial criminal investigative process inclusive of neutral international investigators into the October 24 attack on the Bindunuwewa detention camp.
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October - 30 
on the night of October 30, three suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), including a 'local commander', were killed in two subsequent encounters at Nadli in Poonch district. One civilian who was trapped in the cross-fire too w
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on the night of October 30, three suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), including a 'local commander', were killed in two subsequent encounters at Nadli in Poonch district. One civilian who was trapped in the cross-fire too was killed.
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October - 30 
A news report on October 31, citing Ministry of Home Affairs sources said that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN I-M) has placed an order worth half a million dollar with an hitherto unknown Chinese firm for the purchase of sophisticat
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A news report on October 31, citing Ministry of Home Affairs sources said that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN I-M) has placed an order worth half a million dollar with an hitherto unknown Chinese firm for the purchase of sophisticated weapons and ammunitions.
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October - 30 
Canadian police said that a third suspect was arrested on October 30. The identity of the arrested suspect was not revealed. Media reports speculated that the third person arrested was Hardial Singh Johal, a prominent member of the Vancouver Sikh com
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Canadian police said that a third suspect was arrested on October 30. The identity of the arrested suspect was not revealed. Media reports speculated that the third person arrested was Hardial Singh Johal, a prominent member of the Vancouver Sikh community and outspoken advocate of an independent Sikh homeland in Punjab. Police also said that more arrests were expected. They added that the October 27 arrests of two suspects has prompted several witnesses to come forward with information they had been afraid to provide before.
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October - 30 
Delhi police announced on October 30, that eight Pakistan nationals were arrested from Delhi and Rohtak in Haryana since October 26 and a large quantity of arms, ammunition, explosives and narcotics were recovered from their possession. Police added
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Delhi police announced on October 30, that eight Pakistan nationals were arrested from Delhi and Rohtak in Haryana since October 26 and a large quantity of arms, ammunition, explosives and narcotics were recovered from their possession. Police added that the eight were agents working for Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Police added that one of the arrested was involved in four bomb blasts in Delhi while another was involved in nine bomb blasts in Jammu and Kashmir.
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October - 30 
In an incident of internecine clash among left extremist, Naxalite groups, two persons including a suspected Naxalite were killed in an attack at Bodiha in Rayagada district on October 30. The attack was carried out reportedly by activists of a Naxal
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In an incident of internecine clash among left extremist, Naxalite groups, two persons including a suspected Naxalite were killed in an attack at Bodiha in Rayagada district on October 30. The attack was carried out reportedly by activists of a Naxal outfit considered to be close to a major Naxal group the People’s War Group (PWG).
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October - 30 
In another encounter on October 30, three Pakistani mercenaries were killed at Sarian in Poonch district.
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In another encounter on October 30, three Pakistani mercenaries were killed at Sarian in Poonch district.
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October - 30 
In search operations conducted to locate terrorists who escaped during the October 29 encounter at Mangat in Doda district, three more terrorists, yet to be identified, and one security force personnel were killed in the area on October 30.
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In search operations conducted to locate terrorists who escaped during the October 29 encounter at Mangat in Doda district, three more terrorists, yet to be identified, and one security force personnel were killed in the area on October 30.
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October - 30 
In two instances of internecine warfare between left wing extremist, Naxalite groups in Bihar, suspected Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed four supporters of a rival Naxal outfit, the People's War Group (PWG). While two PWG suppor
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In two instances of internecine warfare between left wing extremist, Naxalite groups in Bihar, suspected Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed four supporters of a rival Naxal outfit, the People's War Group (PWG). While two PWG supporters were killed at Pallava in Palamau district, four PWG supporters were killed in neighbouring village of Jorakhurd. Two PWG supporters were reported to be missing after the attack at Jorakhurd. Police suspect that these attacks were carried out as retaliation to an earlier PWG attack in the area in which one local MCC leader was killed. No details were available.
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October - 30 
Local villagers of Ladot in Rajouri alleged that a civilian of the village was assaulted by security forces on October 29. Security forces are yet to comment on the allegation.
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Local villagers of Ladot in Rajouri alleged that a civilian of the village was assaulted by security forces on October 29. Security forces are yet to comment on the allegation.
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October - 30 
One civilian, who was injured in the October 29 encounter succumbed to her injuries on October 30.
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One civilian, who was injured in the October 29 encounter succumbed to her injuries on October 30.
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October - 30 
One terrorist of the Babbar Khalsa was killed in an encounter at Hiranagar near the Indo-Pakistan International border on October 30. The slain terrorist was later identified by security forces as Romy, a top associate of the outfit's chief, Neeta. H
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One terrorist of the Babbar Khalsa was killed in an encounter at Hiranagar near the Indo-Pakistan International border on October 30. The slain terrorist was later identified by security forces as Romy, a top associate of the outfit's chief, Neeta. He was reported to have infiltrated into India when he was trapped in the encounter. Papers recovered after the encounter indicated that the slain terrorist, who was in Pakistan for two years, was assigned with the task of destroying vital installations and assassinating top politicians and officers in India.
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October - 30 
one terrorist was killed while attempting to escape from custody after he and his associate were taken to a hide-out for recovery of arms and explosives at Gharana near Jammu on October 30. The two, members of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, were earlier arr
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one terrorist was killed while attempting to escape from custody after he and his associate were taken to a hide-out for recovery of arms and explosives at Gharana near Jammu on October 30. The two, members of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, were earlier arrested after attempting to flee when security forces were checking a bus in which they were travelling. Based on their confession of having infiltrated from Pakistan earlier in the night and dumping a cache of arms and explosives, the two were taken for recovery where the slain terrorist attempted to escape and was killed.
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October - 30 
Security forces arrested two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists in connection with the killing of a businessman on October 30.
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Security forces arrested two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists in connection with the killing of a businessman on October 30.
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October - 30 
Security forces recovered some explosives and ammunition during search operations in the Khanetar forest of Poonch district. No arrests were reported.
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Security forces recovered some explosives and ammunition during search operations in the Khanetar forest of Poonch district. No arrests were reported.
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October - 30 
Two suspected Sikh terrorists, arrested for involvement in the 1985 Kanishka bombing incident, were produced in a Vancouver court on October 30. The two, Ajaib Singh Bagri and Ripudaman Singh Malik were ordered to remain in police custody. Ripudaman
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Two suspected Sikh terrorists, arrested for involvement in the 1985 Kanishka bombing incident, were produced in a Vancouver court on October 30. The two, Ajaib Singh Bagri and Ripudaman Singh Malik were ordered to remain in police custody. Ripudaman Malik, a top Vancouver businessman and Ajaib Bagri, a sawmill worker are reported to be prominent members of the fundamentalist wing of the Sikh community in western Canada. The two are alleged to be connected with Babbar Khalsa, a terrorist outfit formerly active in Indian Punjab. Talwinder Singh Parmar, a founder of the Babbar Khalsa who was killed by Indian Police in 1992, was named by Canadian authorities on October 27 as an unindicted co-conspirator in the case. Authorities have also named Inderit Singh Reyat, as an unindicted co-conspirator for the Air India bombing. He is currently serving a 10-year sentence for building the bomb that exploded in Tokyo airport.
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October - 30 
Pakistani daily Dawn reported that, Aftab Ahmad Shaikh, deputy convenor of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM-A) co-ordination committee, in a press conference in Lahore on October 30, condemned the use of un-parliamentary language against the party chief
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Pakistani daily Dawn reported that, Aftab Ahmad Shaikh, deputy convenor of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM-A) co-ordination committee, in a press conference in Lahore on October 30, condemned the use of un-parliamentary language against the party chief, Altaf Hussain, at a seminar organized by "Aiwan Karkunan Tehreek-i-Pakistan" in Lahore. Holding ISI and other secret agencies responsible for the use of derogatory language, he pointed out that Mr Hussain was an undisputed leader of about 30 million Mohajirs. Besides, he said, the party had its branches in over 70 countries.
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October - 30 
The Asian Age reported that on October 30, four members of the Ahmediya sect were killed and 12 others injured when unidentified terrorists attacked a prayer meeting in Qila Kalarwalla in Punjab. Pakistan daily, Dawn reported that five persons were k
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The Asian Age reported that on October 30, four members of the Ahmediya sect were killed and 12 others injured when unidentified terrorists attacked a prayer meeting in Qila Kalarwalla in Punjab. Pakistan daily, Dawn reported that five persons were killed and nine injured in this attack.
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October - 30 
Two Maoist insurgents were killed in an encounter at Sotargaon in Kalikot district on October 30.
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Two Maoist insurgents were killed in an encounter at Sotargaon in Kalikot district on October 30.
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October - 30 
Earlier, on October 30, three rebels were killed in separate encounters in the areas of Maduvil South, Nagar Kovil and Sarasalai.
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Earlier, on October 30, three rebels were killed in separate encounters in the areas of Maduvil South, Nagar Kovil and Sarasalai.
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October - 30 
In a separate incident a soldier was killed and another injured in an attack by the rebels on a security post at Kiliveddi south of Trincomalee.
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In a separate incident a soldier was killed and another injured in an attack by the rebels on a security post at Kiliveddi south of Trincomalee.
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October - 30 
In Sri Lanka, security in Nuwara Eliya district was tightened following clashes between the Tamils and the Sinhalas. In another development P. Chandrasekeran, Member of Parliament form the Nuwara Eliya district and leader of the Upcountry People’s Fr
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In Sri Lanka, security in Nuwara Eliya district was tightened following clashes between the Tamils and the Sinhalas. In another development P. Chandrasekeran, Member of Parliament form the Nuwara Eliya district and leader of the Upcountry People’s Front and ten youths were arrested by the police on October 30 and were questioned in connection with the ethnic clashes in Talawakale on October 29. Tamilnet.com claimed that four Tamil youth lost their lives in the police firing in the area. The Janata Vimukti Peramuna (JVP), on October 30, demanded an emergency session of Parliament to "give an opportunity for political parties to air their views on resolving this crisis."
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October - 30 
Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that one civilian was killed and another injured when the Police opened fire on a group of Tamils in Boralanda town on October 30. The central Sri Lankan town of Nuwara Eliya continued to remain te
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Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that one civilian was killed and another injured when the Police opened fire on a group of Tamils in Boralanda town on October 30. The central Sri Lankan town of Nuwara Eliya continued to remain tense after the clashes between the Tamils and the Sinhalas.
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October - 30 
Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that one civilian was killed and ten houses were destroyed in a shell attack by the police in Valaichenai of Batticaloa district.
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Independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that one civilian was killed and ten houses were destroyed in a shell attack by the police in Valaichenai of Batticaloa district.
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October - 30 
Official media sources quoting military sources reported that troops have achieved success in the recently launched Operation Kinihara-III to retrieve rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) strong holds in the South of Madduvil North area. Thr
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Official media sources quoting military sources reported that troops have achieved success in the recently launched Operation Kinihara-III to retrieve rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) strong holds in the South of Madduvil North area. Three rebels were killed in the area on October 30 adding on to the total of 15. Some arms, ammunition and communication equipment was recovered from their possession
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October - 30 
Three US Congressmen, Benjamin Gilman, Sherrod Brown and Brad Shermen have condemned the attack on the Bindunuwewa detention camp. In a letter to the US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright they have urged the Sri Lankan government to "release all T
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Three US Congressmen, Benjamin Gilman, Sherrod Brown and Brad Shermen have condemned the attack on the Bindunuwewa detention camp. In a letter to the US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright they have urged the Sri Lankan government to "release all Tamil prisoners who are being held in custody without being charged with a crime."
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October - 30 
Two more injured inmates of the Bindunuwewa detention centre died bringing the death toll to thirty-one.
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Two more injured inmates of the Bindunuwewa detention centre died bringing the death toll to thirty-one.
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October - 31 
In a separate encounter at Mangat in the same district, one terrorist and one security force personnel were killed. The slain terrorist is yet to be identified though security forces suspect that he was a foreign mercenary.
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In a separate encounter at Mangat in the same district, one terrorist and one security force personnel were killed. The slain terrorist is yet to be identified though security forces suspect that he was a foreign mercenary.
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October - 31 
In another incident in the same district, two security force personnel were killed and seven others injured in an ambush at Dundak. The attack occurred when terrorists fired a rocket at a landmine detection patrol.
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In another incident in the same district, two security force personnel were killed and seven others injured in an ambush at Dundak. The attack occurred when terrorists fired a rocket at a landmine detection patrol.
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October - 31 
35 members of the minority Sikh community were massacred on March 21 at Chittisinghpura in Anantnag district by suspected foreign mercenaries. On March 24, five civilians were picked up from their respective residences allegedly by security forces. O
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35 members of the minority Sikh community were massacred on March 21 at Chittisinghpura in Anantnag district by suspected foreign mercenaries. On March 24, five civilians were picked up from their respective residences allegedly by security forces. On March 26, troops and Police claimed to have eliminated "five foreign mercenaries" in an encounter at Pathribal (Panchalthan). Thereafter, locals in Anantnag district expressed apprehensions that the "five foreign mercenaries" could be the five "missing" persons. When they assembled at Achhabal, formed a 2000-strong procession and were heading for the Deputy Commissioner’s office to demand an inquiry on April 3, CRPF and JKP personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force and Jammu and Kashmir Police stationed at the Special Operations Group (SOG; a unit of the J&K police) camp Brakpora, opened indiscriminate gunfire in which eight processionists died on and over 30 got injured.
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October - 31 
A leader of the Bodo People’s Action Committee (BPAC) was killed by unidentified terrorists at Bijni in Bongaigaon district on October 31. Reacting to this incident, the All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU) and the BPAC, in a joint statement, have accused
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A leader of the Bodo People’s Action Committee (BPAC) was killed by unidentified terrorists at Bijni in Bongaigaon district on October 31. Reacting to this incident, the All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU) and the BPAC, in a joint statement, have accused the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) for the killing.
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October - 31 
A news report, on October 31, said that intelligence information indicated that top politicians of Nagaland have been included in a hit list prepared by the Naga terrorist outfit National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak-Muivah). A cease-fire curr
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A news report, on October 31, said that intelligence information indicated that top politicians of Nagaland have been included in a hit list prepared by the Naga terrorist outfit National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak-Muivah). A cease-fire currently operates between the outfit and security forces. These politicians include the State Chief Minister, S C Jamir, former Chief Minister and presently opposition legislator, Rishang Keishing and a State minister Gangumer Kamei besides the Manipur Chief Minister Nipamacha Singh. The intelligence sources cited have indicated that the reason for inclusion of these leaders in the hit list is their opposition to the NSCN (IM)'s demand that the current cease-fire operating in Nagaland be extended to all Naga inhabited areas of the North-East region in India.
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October - 31 
An alert has been declared in eight districts of Assam following interception of a communication sent by the commander-in-chief of the United Liberation Front of Assam, Paresh Baruah calling on the terrorist outfit's units in these districts to inten
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An alert has been declared in eight districts of Assam following interception of a communication sent by the commander-in-chief of the United Liberation Front of Assam, Paresh Baruah calling on the terrorist outfit's units in these districts to intensify operations against the security forces. Disclosing this to a regional newspaper on October 31, the Assam Chief Minister added that the communication also directed the units to carry out the attacks in the name of Assam Tiger Force. The eight districts in the hit list are Kamrup, Nalbari, Nagaon, Sonitpur, Dibrugarh, Mangaldai, Sivasagar and Tinsukia.
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October - 31 
Canadian authorities released the third suspect in the 1985 Kanishka bombing case on October 31. The suspect was arrested on October 30. As reported earlier, two suspects were arrested in the case and were produced before a Vancouver court. Police an
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Canadian authorities released the third suspect in the 1985 Kanishka bombing case on October 31. The suspect was arrested on October 30. As reported earlier, two suspects were arrested in the case and were produced before a Vancouver court. Police announced that they have decided not to charge the third suspect. No reasons, or the identity of the suspect were released.
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October - 31 
Earlier, on the night of October 31, one civilian was killed in a terrorist attack on his residence at Sunsum in Anantnag district.
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Earlier, on the night of October 31, one civilian was killed in a terrorist attack on his residence at Sunsum in Anantnag district.
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October - 31 
In another encounter on the same day at the Chaknarwa forests of Doda district, one terrorist was killed. An associate of the slain terrorist was injured but managed to escape.
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In another encounter on the same day at the Chaknarwa forests of Doda district, one terrorist was killed. An associate of the slain terrorist was injured but managed to escape.
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October - 31 
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, on October 31, announced that the State government had accepted the reports of the Inquiry Commissions into the Brakpora and Pahalgam incidents in the State while the Justice Pandian Commission which enquired into th
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Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, on October 31, announced that the State government had accepted the reports of the Inquiry Commissions into the Brakpora and Pahalgam incidents in the State while the Justice Pandian Commission which enquired into the Brakpora firing incident has been asked to inquire into two events that preceded the Brakpora firing namely the Chattisinghpora massacre and the Pathribal "encounter". In the Brakpora incident, several civilians who were part of a protest group were killed in firing by security forces. The incident was investigated by the Justice (retired) Pandian Commission. In the Pahalgam incident, several civilians who were part of a pilgrim group, were killed when two terrorists opened fire on the group and security forces escorting the group retaliated with indiscriminate firing. This incident was investigated by a senior army officer, Lt. Gen. J R Mukherjee. The Chief Minister confirmed earlier news reports citing unofficial sources which said that the Justice Pandian Commission had held personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force and the State police guilty of unjustified and unprovoked firing on a peaceful procession. The Chief Minister also added that the Lt. Gen. J R Mukherjee Commission had held personnel of the CRPF and the State police guilty of "excessive firing" and "dereliction of duty" respectively. He announced that legal action is being taken against personnel indicted in the two incidents. Clarifying on the issue of the then district police of Anantnag district, Farooq Khan, who is currently under suspension but has been absolved of any responsibility by the Pandian Commission, the Chief Minister held that the officer would be reinstated only if the proposed enquiries into the Chattisinghpora massacre and Patribhal 'encounter' absolve him of any guilt. He claimed that this was so since the complaints of the locals in Anantnag district implied that Chittisinghpura, Pathribal and Brakpora were "links of the same chain". Farooq Khan has was the District Police chief when the Chittisinghpura, Pathribal incidents occurred. Referring to the abstracts of the report on the Pahalgam shooting, the Chief Minister announced that one CRPF official and three J&K Police officials were among those who had been identified and indicted by the Inquiry Commission. He added that, on the recommendations of the Committee, the State Government would constitute a committee of top-level bureaucrats to ensure the best possible security and other related arrangements for the Amarnath pilgrims. He said that all recommendations would be implemented so that incidents like that of August 1, 2000, did not occur in future.
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October - 31 
Meanwhile, a senior officer of the Border Security Force said in Baramulla on October 31 that an estimated 1500 terrorists largely comprising foreign mercenaries are operating in Kupwara and Baramulla districts of the State. Speaking to newsmen, Insp
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Meanwhile, a senior officer of the Border Security Force said in Baramulla on October 31 that an estimated 1500 terrorists largely comprising foreign mercenaries are operating in Kupwara and Baramulla districts of the State. Speaking to newsmen, Inspector General of BSF, B N Chaturvedi added that the largest contingent was that of the Lashkar-e-Toiba.
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October - 31 
One terrorist of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) was killed in an encounter at Sangrampara in South Tripura district on October 31.
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One terrorist of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) was killed in an encounter at Sangrampara in South Tripura district on October 31.
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October - 31 
One terrorist, suspected to be a Pakistani mercenary, was killed and three other terrorists injured when security forces detected and engaged a group of terrorists attempting to infiltrate from across the Line of Control at Sabjian area of Poonch dis
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One terrorist, suspected to be a Pakistani mercenary, was killed and three other terrorists injured when security forces detected and engaged a group of terrorists attempting to infiltrate from across the Line of Control at Sabjian area of Poonch district on October 31. The injured terrorists and other members of the group managed to escape back to Pakistan.
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October - 31 
The State government has issued a high alert, following intelligence reports that two activists of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were planning to enter the state to assassinate prominent political leaders. According to the reports, Jeev
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The State government has issued a high alert, following intelligence reports that two activists of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were planning to enter the state to assassinate prominent political leaders. According to the reports, Jeeva and Seelan, two LTTE activists have been assigned with the task, allegedly by a Bangkok-based person named Lokendra Rasa. The Central government has asked the state administration to provide adequate security to the leaders.
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October - 31 
A spokesperson for Pakistan's Foreign Office denied that the US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright had written any letter to the Foreign Minister Abdul Sattar with three conditions for resumption of foreign aid. As reported earlier, unnamed source
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A spokesperson for Pakistan's Foreign Office denied that the US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright had written any letter to the Foreign Minister Abdul Sattar with three conditions for resumption of foreign aid. As reported earlier, unnamed sources in Foreign Office were cited in a news report as saying that such a letter had been received.
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October - 31 
An Anti-Terrorism court in Pakistan has declared the Jeay Sindh Quami Mahaz (JSQM) chairman and four other activists as absconders in a sedition case. The court had issued arrest warrants after the government had registered a case of sedition against
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An Anti-Terrorism court in Pakistan has declared the Jeay Sindh Quami Mahaz (JSQM) chairman and four other activists as absconders in a sedition case. The court had issued arrest warrants after the government had registered a case of sedition against the JSQM activists on October 21. The case was filed against them for allegedly delivering anti-state speeches on October 17.
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October - 31 
Besides the release of the arrested insurgents who are reported to be missing, the Maoist insurgents have also been demanding that the government stop its offensive against them. The demand for release of all those arrested comes as a step up from th
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Besides the release of the arrested insurgents who are reported to be missing, the Maoist insurgents have also been demanding that the government stop its offensive against them. The demand for release of all those arrested comes as a step up from their previous demand that they would be satisfied with the information of those in official custody. After the talks, the Deputy Premier had said that the government could consider releasing them to create the conducive environment sought by the insurgents.
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October - 31 
In another related development, seven senior leaders, including former Prime Minister Kirtinidhi Bista, issued a joint statement on October 31 calling for talks between the government and Maoist insurgents to end a five-year insurgency which in their
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In another related development, seven senior leaders, including former Prime Minister Kirtinidhi Bista, issued a joint statement on October 31 calling for talks between the government and Maoist insurgents to end a five-year insurgency which in their opinion could spiral into a civil war. The leaders also welcomed the positive steps taken by the government and the Maoist insurgents to resolve the issue through negotiations. They wanted the present impasse to be resolved peacefully. It was the first time in four and half years that the government has had established informal contacts with the Maoist insurgents since they launched the guerrilla war. A news report quoting official sources, indicated that the insurgents have killed at least 231 policemen and lost 980 of their own fighters and supporters since 1996. During the insurgency, 249 civilians have been killed, either by the insurgents or in the crossfire between them and the police.
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October - 31 
Maoist insurgents released the abducted chairman of a village development committee (VDC), on October 31. The insurgents also collected a ransom of Rs.50,000. The Kathmandu Post citing insurgents' sources pointed out that person was released on 'bail
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Maoist insurgents released the abducted chairman of a village development committee (VDC), on October 31. The insurgents also collected a ransom of Rs.50,000. The Kathmandu Post citing insurgents' sources pointed out that person was released on 'bail'. The chairman of the village development committee in Jajarkot had been earlier elected with the support of the Nepali Congress Party. He had been defying the Maoist insurgents' 'order' of handing over to them all documents of the VDC and financial transactions.
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October - 31 
Meanwhile, a report from Rukum district said the a Maoist student-wing, All Nepal National Free Students' Union (Revolutionary), has ordered a private school to close down for its "expensive fees". The report also mentioned that 11 out of the total 2
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Meanwhile, a report from Rukum district said the a Maoist student-wing, All Nepal National Free Students' Union (Revolutionary), has ordered a private school to close down for its "expensive fees". The report also mentioned that 11 out of the total 20 private schools run in the Salyan district have been closed due to repeated threats from the insurgents.
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October - 31 
Meanwhile, the Maoist insurgents have demanded formal discussions with the government during and after the secret unofficial talks. As reported earlier, the Deputy Prime Minister Ram Chandra Poudel, held informal talks with a representative of the Ma
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Meanwhile, the Maoist insurgents have demanded formal discussions with the government during and after the secret unofficial talks. As reported earlier, the Deputy Prime Minister Ram Chandra Poudel, held informal talks with a representative of the Maoist insurgents on October 27. The representative is reported to have told the Deputy Premier that they would not participate in any unofficial talks and insisted that talks be upgraded to the official level.
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October - 31 
The Nepalese government has filed cases of murder and robbery against prominent Maoist insurgent leaders including its general-secretary. This comes in the wake of the expiry of the October 31 deadline on the Maoist insurgents' demand that the govern
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The Nepalese government has filed cases of murder and robbery against prominent Maoist insurgent leaders including its general-secretary. This comes in the wake of the expiry of the October 31 deadline on the Maoist insurgents' demand that the government make public the whereabouts of its arrested cadres and release them. Official sources reportedly claimed that the filing of cases is also a signal that the government is making the whereabouts of the Maoist insurgents public. The sources added that a special court could be formed to decide over the cases soon if the much-awaited talks between the government and the rebels show positive signs.
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October - 31 
A delayed report stated, on October 31, a civilian was injured when a vehicle belonging to the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) was damaged in a grenade attack by unidentified terrorists.
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A delayed report stated, on October 31, a civilian was injured when a vehicle belonging to the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) was damaged in a grenade attack by unidentified terrorists.
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October - 31 
Clashes were reported from Batticoloa on October 31, when the students, teachers and other employees of the local university organised a road block to protest against the detention camp incident.
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Clashes were reported from Batticoloa on October 31, when the students, teachers and other employees of the local university organised a road block to protest against the detention camp incident.
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October - 31 
Eight soldiers were injured in a rebel mortar attack in Sarasalai South and Eluthumaduval. Troops, during a search operation, recovered a large quantity of arms and ammunitions from the Kerudavil area. In the Sarasalai area, troops recovered some arm
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Eight soldiers were injured in a rebel mortar attack in Sarasalai South and Eluthumaduval. Troops, during a search operation, recovered a large quantity of arms and ammunitions from the Kerudavil area. In the Sarasalai area, troops recovered some arms and ammunition from a deserted rebel bunker.
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October - 31 
Official media sources reported that two officers and a soldier of the Sri Lankan army were killed when the truck they were travelling in, ran over a claymore mine on October 31 in Manthovil. Six others were injured in the explosion allegedly a handi
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Official media sources reported that two officers and a soldier of the Sri Lankan army were killed when the truck they were travelling in, ran over a claymore mine on October 31 in Manthovil. Six others were injured in the explosion allegedly a handiwork of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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October - 31 
Official media, quoting military sources reported that in airforce attacks on October 31, seven camps of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were destroyed in Upparu and Kandalkadu areas, south of Trincomalee. Troops also claimed to have dest
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Official media, quoting military sources reported that in airforce attacks on October 31, seven camps of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were destroyed in Upparu and Kandalkadu areas, south of Trincomalee. Troops also claimed to have destroyed the rebel communications system in Trincomalee in this attack. Troops suspect that this complex was used by the rebels to carry out sporadic attacks on the neighbouring areas of Seruwila, Dehiwatta, Kattaparichchan.
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October - 31 
On October 31, troops handed over 13 bodies of rebels to the ICRC in Jaffna.
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On October 31, troops handed over 13 bodies of rebels to the ICRC in Jaffna.
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On the same day four soldiers were injured in a rebel mortar attack in the Eluthumadduval and Kilali areas.
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On the same day four soldiers were injured in a rebel mortar attack in the Eluthumadduval and Kilali areas.
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October - 31 
On the same day, in Sarasalai south, troops claimed to have recovered a decomposed dead body of a rebel along with one T56 weapon and an identification tag.
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On the same day, in Sarasalai south, troops claimed to have recovered a decomposed dead body of a rebel along with one T56 weapon and an identification tag.
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October - 31 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga, in an address on October 31, appealed to the people to act with restraint and asked the Tamil and Muslim communities not be ‘deceived by the acts of violence’ committed by the collaborators of the rebels of Liberation
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga, in an address on October 31, appealed to the people to act with restraint and asked the Tamil and Muslim communities not be ‘deceived by the acts of violence’ committed by the collaborators of the rebels of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). Expressing ‘deepest sorrow’ over the Bindunuwewa Rehabilitation Camp incidents, she reiterated her commitment to provide protection to the Tamil population in the country. Meanwhile, the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) assured its unconditional support to the Government to carry out ‘good policies’ which benefit the masses. Wimal Weerawansa, the Propaganda Secretary of JVP and Member of Parliament, assured that his party would not allow any one to topple the Government for any unreasonable political gain. The opposition United National Party (UNP) urged the government to appoint an ‘independent commission’ to conduct investigation into the killings at Bindunuwewa detention camp.
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*Data till , May 08, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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