Violent clashes have taken place in Indian-administered Kashmir between security forces and protesters marking the anniversary of the death of a popular militant commander. Burhan Wani was killed by Indian security forces a year ago and separatist militants had announced massive public protests. Thousands of extra troops were deployed to prevent rallies from taking place. Burhan Wani’s village is in Tral, which is surrounded by thickly forested mountains. On the first anniversary of his death, it was in virtual lock-down. Heavily armed soldiers sealed all roads leading to the village,…
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