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crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Arrests and Clashes: Unrest in India Over Mosque Demolition"

The suspected mastermind of the Haldwani violence, Abdul Malik, has been arrested in Delhi by Nainital police with assistance from Delhi police. He is the owner of Malik Ka Bagicha, where the violence erupted, and is accused of building an "illegal" madrassa and mosque. His son and a local SP leader's brother have also been detained. The district administration has deployed a large police force in the area, and internet services have been restored with a warning against disrupting communal harmony.

crimereligious-conflict1 year ago

"Deadly Riots Erupt in Haldwani After Mosque Demolition"

Twenty-five more people have been arrested in connection with the February 8 riots in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, following the demolition of an "illegal" madrassa, bringing the total arrests to 30. A delegation from Muslim bodies visited the area and alleged discrimination based on religion in the treatment of protesters. The violence resulted in six deaths and over a hundred injuries, with curfew still in force in the affected area. The state government has sought central paramilitary forces to maintain law and order, while the Chief Minister has promised a stern response to the violence. The police have recovered looted weapons and ammunition, and a delegation has condemned the police action and called for a fair investigation into the incident.

crime-violence1 year ago

"Deadly Consequences: Mosque Demolition Sparks Family Tragedy and Violent Clashes in Northern India"

In the aftermath of violence in Haldwani, five people, including two family members, were killed during the clashes. One family member recounted the tragic events that led to the deaths of his father and brother, both of whom were shot during the chaos. Another victim was allegedly shot by neighbors, leaving behind a grieving family. The district administration is investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths, while the community remains on edge and confined to their homes.

crimeconflict1 year ago

"Violence Erupts in Indian Town Over Mosque Demolition: Woman Cop's First-Hand Account"

A female police officer in Uttarakhand recounts the terrifying ordeal of being attacked by a violent mob, who threw stones and attempted to set the house where they were hiding on fire, with the intent to burn them alive. Videos depict the police being cornered, while the District Magistrate clarified that the police did not provoke or harm anyone. The clashes in Haldwani resulted in two deaths and over 100 injuries after authorities demolished an illegal madrasa and mosque.

crimeconflict1 year ago

"Deadly Clashes and Curfew: Unrest Grips Uttarakhand as Violence Erupts"

Two people died and 250 were injured in violent clashes in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, following the demolition of an illegal madrasa and mosque. The city is under curfew with shoot-at-sight orders, and internet services have been shut down. The confrontation erupted when officials attempted to raze the structures, leading to fierce resistance from residents. The situation escalated with injuries to over 50 policemen, and the Chief Minister has dispatched a team to restore order. A curfew has been imposed, and schools and shops are closed in the affected areas.

civil-unrest1 year ago

Violence Erupts in Uttarakhand Over Madrassa and Mosque Demolition

After the demolition of a madrasa and mosque-like structure on government land in Banbhulpura, Haldwani, communal tension escalated, leading to violent clashes with residents throwing stones, torching vehicles, and injuring police and officials. The district administration enforced a curfew in the area, with "shoot-at-sight" orders issued to control the situation.

conflictunrest1 year ago

"Deadly Clashes Erupt in Uttarakhand Over Madrasa Action and Mosque Demolition"

Violence erupted in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, after the demolition of an "illegally built" madrasa and mosque-like structure on government land, leading to clashes, arson, and injuries to at least 60 people. The state government has imposed a curfew, issued a "shoot at sight" order, and suspended mobile internet services in the area. The incident occurred following the passage of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the Uttarakhand assembly, and the chief minister has instructed police to deal strictly with rioters while appealing for peace and harmony.