In Godhra’s 2026 local body elections, a Muslim-majority ward elected independent Hindu candidate Apekshaben Soni. The win challenges the expectation that voting along communal lines would dominate in a city known for past tensions, and points to a growing preference for trust and local merit over identity politics.
Manipur’s government has issued new media guidelines amid violence, requiring all outlets to verify information only through authorized sources. The advisory bans reporting on banned organizations and forbids sensational, fear-inciting content. It also stresses accuracy and fairness, warning that violations will invite legal action as officials seek to protect public order and communal harmony.
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