Communal Tension
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Delhi HC orders strict policing to prevent communal flare-up amid tensions after Uttam Nagar killing
Delhi | Mar 19, 2026, 05:05 PM ISTDuring the hearing, the Centre informed the Court that central paramilitary forces have already been deployed in the area to prevent any escalation of tensions. The Court expressed hope that members of all communities would exercise restraint and cooperate in maintaining peace and harmony.
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Uttarakhand: Tensions rise in Joshimath over alleged use of government building for namaz | Video
India | Feb 20, 2026, 01:24 PM ISTLocals have stated that they will continue to oppose the use of the premises for prayers. Hindu groups in the region have also submitted a memorandum to the authorities in this regard.
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Karnataka: Communal tension in Bagalkot after stone-pelting at Shivaji Jayanti procession | Video
Karnataka | Feb 20, 2026, 09:18 AM ISTLeaders of Hindutva organisations have demanded strict action against those responsible for the stone-pelting incident. The atmosphere in the area remains tense, and security has been heightened.
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Prohibitory orders imposed in Assam's Dhubri after communal tensions, all shops to remain shut
Assam | Jun 10, 2025, 08:16 AM ISTThe directive prohibits public gatherings of more than five people, and all shops and markets in the area have been asked to remain closed until further notice.
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Communal tension erupts in Udaipur as sword attack injures vegetable vendor, shops set ablaze
Rajasthan | May 16, 2025, 01:38 PM ISTAccording to eyewitnesses, the incident took place near the Santoshi Mata Temple under the limits of Dhanmandi police station. It began with a verbal spat between a local vegetable vendor and a few youths who had come to buy vegetables.
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Jharkhand: Violent clash between two groups in Hazaribagh over Shivratri decorations
Jharkhand | Feb 26, 2025, 02:45 PM ISTA violent clash erupted in Hazaribagh's Dumroun village over Shivratri decorations, leading to stone-pelting, arson, and multiple injuries. Several vehicles and a shop were torched, prompting heavy police deployment to restore order. Authorities remain on high alert as tensions simmer.
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Bahraich violence: Properties torched as thousands protest with body, CM Yogi sends ADG on spot
Uttar Pradesh | Oct 14, 2024, 02:43 PM ISTA 22-year-old youth was shot dead during a communal face-off on Sunday in a village of the Bahraich district of Uttar Pradesh over the playing of music during a procession, said police. Around half a dozen more people were injured in the stone pelting and firing.
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Maharashtra: 300 individuals booked for raising objectionable slogans outside Pune Collector Office
Maharashtra | Aug 25, 2024, 01:09 PM ISTThe protestors carried out a ‘Sarvdharm Sambhav Mahamorcha’ against the alleged recent comments of Mahant Ramgiri against Islam. During the protest, some objectionable slogans were raised which exacerbated the tensions.
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Violence erupts in Nashik, Jalgaon during protest march over attacks on Bangladeshi Hindus
Maharashtra | Aug 17, 2024, 02:21 PM ISTThe protest march was called by Sakal Hindu Samaj, an umbrella organisation of several small groups, in Maharashtra's Nashik and Jalgaon on Friday. The police soon diffused the situation and are on high alert.
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Hubballi murder: Two arrested for justifying crime on social media post, killer's parents apologise
Karnataka | Apr 21, 2024, 12:18 PM ISTParents of the accused apologised to the family of Neha Hiremath who was stabbed to death in Hubballi and sought strict punishment for their son.
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FACT CHECK: Misleading video sparks false claims amidst communal tensions | Here's the truth
Fact Check | Feb 12, 2024, 02:56 PM ISTFACT CHECK: Violent clashes ensued, prompting a shoot-at-sight order and internet suspension by Chief Minister Pushkar Dhami. Fact-checking revealed the video's true origin, prompting investigations and plans to invoke the National Security Act.
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Karnataka: Section 144 imposed in Shivamogga following communal tensions
Karnataka | Oct 02, 2023, 12:05 PM ISTShivamogga witnessed unfortunate instances of stone-pelting and communal tensions in the Ragi Gudda locality. The situation escalated quickly, leading to concerns about public safety and maintaining law and order in the area.
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Odisha: Union Minister Bishweswar Tudu detained after he tried to enter violence-hit Sambalpur city
India | Apr 18, 2023, 01:45 PM ISTOdisha Police detains Union Minister Bishweswar Tudu as he tries to enter violence-hit Sambalpur city
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'If BJP leaders' daughters marry Muslims they call it love': CM Bhupesh Baghel on 'love jihad'
India | Apr 13, 2023, 12:21 PM ISTChhattisharh's Biranpur witnessed communal violence following which BJP called for a 'bandh' against the government. CM Baghel hit back at the saffron party accusing them of doing politics over inter-religion marriage.
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Bihar Communal Tension: Deployment of police force outside mosques in Sasaram
News | Apr 07, 2023, 09:06 AM ISTBihar Communal Tension: Police administration is on alert after the violence during Ram Navami in Sasaram and Nalanda of Bihar. Security has been tightened at both these places in view of Friday prayers. A large number of police forces have been deployed outside the mosques of Sasaram. At the same t
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UP: How argument between 'Holika Dahan' turned violent between two communities in Meerut
Uttar Pradesh | Mar 06, 2023, 08:58 PM ISTAccording to reports, people from the Hindu community on Sunday evening were preparing for Holika Dahan ritual (performed on Holi eve) in city's Bhramapuri area.
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Lakhimpur Kheri: Communal tension erupts after molestation victim succumbs to injuries
India | Sep 17, 2022, 03:53 PM ISTLakhimpur Kheri: After her death, police added charges of culpable homicide to the original FIR, which was filed after the incident.
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Gujarat: Communal tension eases at Kutch village after cops nab murder accused
India | Aug 27, 2022, 12:34 PM ISTGujarat news: Police had said people from the Rabari community from Madhapar on the outskirts of Bhuj were angry at the murder of a youth identified as Paresh Rabari who was allegedly stabbed to death by one Suleman Sana on Friday morning amid a quarrel.
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Prophet remark: AIMIM had no role in Moradabad violence after Friday namaz, say sources
India | Jun 11, 2022, 03:17 PM ISTTrouble began after the Friday prayers when protesters started shouting slogans in Moradabad.
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J&K: Curfew imposed, Army called out after communal tension in Bhaderwah town
India | Jun 10, 2022, 06:47 AM ISTThe administration imposed a curfew in the town after attempts were made to create communal tension.