The authorities lifted curfew from Bengaluru city, as it slowly returning to normal after two days of violence and arson in the IT hub.

The protests broke out in Karnataka over the Cauvery river water dispute with Tamil Nadu. Some schools and colleges in the city re-opened today after being shut for two days.

Over 350 people have been arrested for vandalism in Bengaluru during the protest. "The order is hard to follow but we'll still follow the Supreme Court order," Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said.

Earlier, the United States issued an advisory asking its citizens to avoid visiting areas where protests are taking place in Karnataka and review their personal security plans.

"There have been reports of Tamil Nadu-plated trucks being stoned and burned. Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code, which prohibits the gatherings of ten or more people, has been imposed in Bangalore city. As a result, many businesses and companies throughout Bangalore are closed.”

“Local law enforcement has advised that they are tracking the situation and are prepared to respond appropriately," it said.

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