NEW DELHI -- Violent demonstrations and two attempted self-immolations last week in the industrial town of Pithampur in protest of the transferring of toxic waste from Bhopal 250 kilometers away have led an Indian high court to halt local authorities' plans.
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India high court halts Bhopal waste disposal plans after protests
Authorities given 6 weeks to ensure safe dumping of 358m tonnes of toxic materials
Women hold candles during a December 2019 vigil to mark the 35th anniversary of the Bhopal gas disaster. © Reuters
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