Page 21 - Terrorism
5 nations including India accounted for 55% terror attacks in 2015
The total number of terrorist attacks in 2015 decreased by 13% as compared to 2014
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Six 'foreigners' arrested in Burkina Faso over jihadist attacks
The suspects are believed to have sheltered and aided the perpetrators on a top hotel and a cafe in Ougadougou
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Anti-terror group cautions govt over Khalistan terrorists planning to attack India
AIATF's comment comes in wake of reports that pro-Khalistan terrorists are running a camp near Mission city in British Columbia, Canada
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Go after terrorists, especially the Taliban leadership: US to Pakistan
The US further said that the drone strike that killed Taliban leader Mullah Mansour inside Pakistan should send a signal that they will not tolerate terrorist safe havens
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New fingerprint database to check terrorism
A data bank carrying finger prints of all foreigners coming to India on e-tourist visa is being set up by the Home Ministry to help thwart entry of terrorists and criminals from abroad. Immigration officials have started collecting finger prints of those coming on electronic or e-tourist visa and creating an Unique Case File (UCF) of all visitors, official sources said today. Over 10 lakh UCF having all relevant information about the flyers including their finger prints are part of the database now, they said. The move comes amidst hightened threat from terror groups, including the IS. All those coming to India on e-tourist visa have to mandatorily get their finger prints scanned with authorities here. The Home Ministry has decided to press ahead with the drive despite External Affairs Ministry recently expressing its reservations over the mandatory requirement of finger print scanning of the foreigners, saying it may discourage tourists form visiting India, ..
UN has disaggregated counter-terror infrastructure: India
Said that the world community has failed to address the menace of terror
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There cannot be different standards to judge terror: India tells China
China has placed a technical hold on India's application to designate Azhar as a terrorist in the UN Security Council Committee
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12 suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists from Delhi, UP detained
The police also recovered explosives from their possession after a series of overnight raids
Taliban must face consequences for calling off peace talks with Afghan govt: US
The US further said that it once again asked Pakistan to go after terrorists that threatened its neighbours
Pak cannot be in denial on impact of terrorism on bilateral ties: India
During the meeting, the Pakistan Foreign Secretary emphasized that Kashmir remains the core issue that requires a just solution
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There can be no differentiation among terrorists: India to China
The comment comes days after Beijing blocked India's bid to have Masood Azhar designated as a terrorist by the UN
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Muslim scholars calls for efforts to defend image of Islam
They stressed upon the need for forming strategies to combat the propaganda of terrorist movements.
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Terrorism remains focal point of ties with Pakistan: India
Speaking at the launch of Carnegie India, Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar said the issue will remain the focal point until it is addressed effectively
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Belgium charges third suspect in foiled French attack with terrorism
Two others -- Abderrahmane A and Rabah M -- are also being held in Belgium over the same plot
US, Saudi Arabia impose joint sanction on fundraising for terrorists
Both the countries have imposed sanctions jointly on four individuals and two organisations
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Monitoring Taliban movement inside Pakistan: US
The statement comes days after a Taliban faction carried out the Easter Sunday bombing in Lahore that claimed 74 lives
India, Turkey 'coordinating' to fight ISIS threat: Envoy
The envoy also said Turkey was looking forward to a "bilateral visit" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi
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More frequent attacks on Western countries lifts demand for specialist insurance
Rising risks from such incidents are driving up demand for specialist insurance to cover losses stemming from such events, putting upward pressure on premiums
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Two militants killed in encounter at Kupwara
A police official said two AK assault rifles, six magazines, 46 rounds, four radio sets and four UBGL grenades were recovered
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S Jaishankar, Susan Rice discuss Indo-US cooperation against terror groups
The two leaders also affirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation on climate change, trade and defence
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