Uttarakhand violence: Security has been heightened in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, following violence that broke out during an anti-encroachment drive. Nainital District Magistrate Vandana Singh clarified that the incident was not communal and urged against making it a sensitive issue. Two people died and over 100 police personnel were injured in the violence. The district administration has suspended internet services and ordered the closure of schools and colleges. The state government has issued a high alert for the entire state.
Chandigarh, Aug 1 (IANS) A day after violence erupted in Nuh district adjoining Gurugram, Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij on Tuesday said a curfew has been imposed, internet services suspended and security forces deployed to maintain law and order.
Hindu and Muslim communities together celebrated Eid on Tuesday at Jahangirpuri's Kushal Chowk by exchanging sweets and hugs, giving a message of peace and harmony in the area that witnessed communal violence last month.