International

Mon 9 Oct 2006

Two die in riots between Hindus and Muslims

HINDU-Muslim clashes over the slaughter of cows, which are revered by Hindus, have killed two people and wounded dozens in a southern Indian city.

Riots erupted in the coastal city of Mangalore on Wednesday after a group of Hindus intercepted a vehicle carrying cows and buffaloes to an abattoir, local media reported.

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Last updated: 09-Oct-06 01:49 BST