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Ongoing Ethnic Clashes And Assaults On Women In India's Northeast Provokes National Outrage And Government Response

  • Deadly clashes between ethnic groups in Manipur, India have been ongoing since May, resulting in over 130 deaths and tens of thousands displaced.
  • A viral video depicted the assault and public humiliation of two women, allegedly raped by a mob, igniting nationwide anger.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi broke his silence to condemn the assaults as "shameful" and promise prosecution, while the Supreme Court demanded government action.
  • Multiple arrests have been made in relation to the assaults on the women, but sporadic violence continues between the groups involved.
  • Opposition parties disrupted India's parliament demanding accountability, as both local and national authorities face pressure to restore order and prevent further conflict.
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