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Communal violence in Nepal's Sunsari leaves one dead, curbs imposed
Communal clashes erupted in Nepal's Sunsari district, located in the Koshi province and bordering India, resulting in one death. Authorities imposed prohibitory orders and curfews in affected areas, including five market areas in Sunsari and extending to the Saptari district. Nepal's Prime Minister urged citizens to remain calm amidst the unrest. The violence has led to heightened tensions and increased security deployment in several districts.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 1 · Centre 10 · Right 6 n = 17
- Left (1): The Hindu
- Centre (10): Amar Ujala, Business Standard, Dainik Bhaskar, Hindustan Times, Mathrubhumi English, Navbharat Times, The Indian Express, The Lallantop, The New Indian Express, The Tribune
- Right (6 votes, 7 outlets): Aaj Tak · India Today (India Today Group — 1 vote), Dainik Jagran, Firstpost, Republic World, The Pioneer, Zee News (Hindi)
- International (1): Al Jazeera English