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India government announces new citizenship law for Jammu and Kashmir

The Indian government has announced a new citizenship law for the state of Jammu and Kashmir, which will grant citizenship to non-resident Indians and their descendants. The move is seen as an effort to address the concerns of the state's Hindu population, who feel marginalized by the region's special status. However, critics argue that the law will further marginalize the region's Muslim population. The announcement comes amid rising tensions in the region, with protests and clashes between security forces and protesters. The government has maintained that the law is necessary to address the concerns of all sections of society in Jammu and Kashmir.

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