Breaking News: Protests Erupt in Srinagar, Police Use Tear Gas

Major news is coming in from Srinagar, where protests broke out during demonstrations over the reported death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. A large number of people had gathered in Srinagar to protest and express mourning. As the crowd swelled for the second consecutive day, tensions escalated and the situation reportedly turned aggressive. In response, police fired tear gas shells to disperse the protesters and bring the situation under control. Similar demonstrations were also witnessed in Leh, where people had taken to the streets earlier. Reports indicate that mourning and protest gatherings have taken place in several other cities and states across India as well. Authorities in Srinagar acted after the crowd became unruly, using tear gas to prevent further unrest. Visuals from the area show smoke filling the streets as security personnel attempted to disperse the gathering.The situation remains tense, and security forces are maintaining strict vigilance to prevent further escalation.