Odisha's Balasore

Section 144 imposed: Imposed: Unpacking the Communal Violence in Odisha’s Balasore

Section 144 was imposed in Balasore, a coastal town in Odisha, on Tuesday morning following clashes between two groups sparked by suspicions of cow slaughter during a religious celebration of a minority community. The district administration suspended internet services in sensitive areas and urged residents to stay indoors. According to...