WorldNEW DELHI, AFP -Police have arrested two people on charges of “inciting violence and spreading rumours”, an officer said Tuesday, amid uncertainty about the health of a powerful and controversial south Indian politician. “The accused were arrested on Monday for posting false news on Facebook. Jayalalitha was admitted to hospital in Chennai on September 22, and tens of thousands of her supporters are anxiously awaiting news about her health. Police fear rumours could provoke her supporters to turn violent or even engage in self-harm. Pictures showed scores of children with metal arrows piercing their cheeks holding Jayalalitha's picture as they prayed for her recovery.

Source: Sunday Times October 11, 2016 14:15 UTC