Author: Rumpa Rani Das
A criminal complaint accusing Myanmar’s President Min Aung Hlaing of genocide against the Rohingya community has been filed in Indonesia, marking a significant step in international legal efforts to hold the country’s military leadership accountable.The case, lodged in Jakarta by a coalition of human rights groups and Rohingya activists, centres on the military crackdown in 2017 in Rakhine State.
A fresh political controversy erupted after the Indian National Congress alleged that the wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma possesses three foreign passports, triggering a sharp exchange between the ruling BJP and the opposition ahead of key political developments.The allegations were raised by Congress leader Pawan Khera, who claimed that Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, the Chief Minister’s wife, holds passports from multiple countries, including the UAE, Antigua and Barbuda, and Egypt. The Congress further alleged that she may have undisclosed foreign assets, including properties in Dubai, and demanded a thorough investigation into the matter.
Tension gripped parts of Malda district after a protest over alleged deletion of names from the voter list turned violent in the Kaliachak area, leading to a major law-and-order crisis and triggering a political as well as media controversy.According to official sources, the unrest began when a group of protesters gathered near a Block Development Office (BDO) demanding restoration of their names in the electoral rolls ahead of the ongoing election atmosphere.
A major security alert was triggered in Samsi area of Malda district after a drone was spotted flying in the sky just moments before the Chief Minister’s helicopter was scheduled to take off.
The incident occurred amid tight security arrangements for the VVIP movement, raising serious concerns among the security agencies on duty.According to police sources, the drone was seen hovering near the helipad area shortly before the Chief Minister’s departure.
Tension gripped a courtroom after a group of people allegedly raised slogans accusing an individual of being a “Pakistan agent,” disrupting proceedings and prompting concern over security and decorum within the judicial premises.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday alleged large-scale irregularities in the electoral roll revision process, claiming that a significant number of voters had been struck off the list in parts of Malda district.
In a significant step toward reforming India’s legal and regulatory framework, Parliament has passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, which seeks to amend as many as 784 provisions across 79 Central Acts.
Violence erupted at Bidhan Bhavan, the headquarters of the Indian National Congress in West Bengal, on Wednesday following intense protests over the distribution of party tickets ahead of the Assembly elections, exposing deep divisions within the state unit.
In a strong and unambiguous statement, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reaffirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite rising geopolitical tensions and security concerns.Infantino’s remarks come at a time when uncertainty loomed over Iran’s participation due to ongoing conflicts involving the United States and its allies.
Tension gripped Sannyasi area under Rajganj after a teacher was taken away by police following allegations of physically assaulting a student over a trivial issue involving biscuits. The incident sparked outrage among local residents and parents, quickly escalating into a law-and-order situation.