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flag Two killed, 45 injured in Assam clashes over tribal land protests; internet shutdown imposed.

flag Two people were killed and at least 45 others injured in violent clashes in Assam’s West Karbi Anglong district amid protests demanding the eviction of non-tribal settlers from tribal lands. flag The unrest, sparked by a hunger strike by the Karbi community, led to arson, stone-throwing, and clashes with police using tear gas and rubber bullets. flag In response, the Assam government imposed an indefinite mobile internet and data shutdown under the Indian Telegraph Act, citing fears of inflammatory messages spreading online. flag Voice calls and fixed-line broadband remained available. flag The situation was described as highly sensitive by officials, with security forces deployed and efforts underway to de-escalate tensions.

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