Malda: Tensions escalated in the Mothabari area of Malda district ahead of the upcoming West Bengal elections, as protests broke out over voter list revisions.

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 major escalation ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has launched a blistering attack on the Election Commission (EC) and the state’s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), alleging a coordinated attempt to “import” voters and tilt the electoral balance. 

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.

A tense situation unfolded in Parampur village under Ratua in Malda district after several residents alleged that their names had been removed from the voter list, triggering protests and a road blockade that brought normal life to a standstill.

The Bengali entertainment world has been struck by a devastating loss with the sudden passing of actor Rahul Arunaday Banerjee. While filming on location in Talsari, a tragic accident claimed the life of the Bhole Baba Paar Karega star, leaving fans and colleagues in a state of total shock. As the industry comes to a standstill, we remember a versatile performer whose career was cut tragically short on a Sunday that will be remembered with heavy hearts.