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Don't trust forwarded-as-received messages. Check if a credible news outlet or the official police handle has reported the incident. If it’s only on random WhatsApp groups, be skeptical.

This follows a period of heightened tension in regions like Malkangiri, where a recent murder sparked ethnic clashes and led to temporary internet shutdowns to prevent the spread of inflammatory content. Digital Accountability: Cracking Down on Social Media Abuse

One of the most widely circulated series of videos depicts intense clashes between tribal villagers and police in the .

: Over 70 people, including 58 police personnel, were reported injured, with the videos fueling a heated debate over "fabricated consent" and the protection of ancestral lands. Political Row over VK Pandian Video : A viral clip from the 2024 Odisha Assembly elections targeting senior leader VK Pandian has unexpectedly resurfaced Cross-State impact