Tension persists in Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh after a brutal murder. Victim's family demands justice and investigation by the National Investigating Agency as police custody has been taken. Former Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur and BJP Chief Rajeev Bindal call for a state-wide protest and NIA probe into the killing. Governor appeals for peace.
Maharashtra Police have taken action against 6 individuals who posted on social media, causing communal tension and violence. One has been arrested and 5 are under investigation. Spread of communal hatred and violence on social media is a punishable offense under Indian law.
Maharashtra Police have taken action against 6 individuals who posted on social media, causing communal tension and violence. One has been arrested and 5 are under investigation. Spread of communal hatred and violence on social media is a punishable offense under Indian law.
West Bengal's SEC will hold an all-party meeting on July 13 to discuss July 8 panchayat elections and law & order issues. Opposition parties have alleged Trinamool Congress workers have prevented their candidates from filing nominations leading to a series of clashes and ransacking episodes. The meeting is expected to provide a platform to voice their concerns and grievances, but the BJP has expressed doubt over its usefulness. The SEC has directed district magistrates and superintendents of police to enforce prohibitory orders to prevent further violence during the nomination process.