The Odisha government imposed a 48-hour internet shutdown in Bhadrak district following incidents of communal violence triggered by social media posts. The decision was made to curb the spread of misinformation and prevent further unrest.
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A 15-year-old boy, Devraj, succumbed to his injuries after being stabbed by a fellow student in Udaipur, India. The incident sparked communal violence, leading to security measures including internet suspensions and heavy police deployment.
Internet services were suspended in Udaipur, Rajasthan for 24 hours following communal violence sparked by an assault on a student at a government school. The violence escalated with stone-pelting, arson, and large gatherings, prompting authorities to shut down markets and deploy police to disperse crowds.