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Posters depicting the assassination of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi have reportedly been put up by Khalistan supporters in Vancouver. The incident has raised concerns among Indian-origin Canadians and prompted a response from government officials. Minister of Public Safety Dominic A LeBlanc emphasized that violence is unacceptable in Canada and that law enforcement agencies are taking action. Indo-Canadian lawmaker Chandra Arya condemned the posters as an attempt to instill fear in Hindu-Canadians and urged immediate action from authorities.

The Congress party has emerged victorious in the recently concluded Lok Sabha elections in Manipur, securing both the Inner and Outer Manipur seats. This triumph represents a significant defeat for the BJP-led alliance, which includes the National People’s Party (NPP) and the Naga People’s Front (NPF). Angomcha Bimol Akoijam and Alfred Kan-Ngam Arthur have emerged as the winning candidates in the Inner and Outer Manipur constituencies, respectively.

Akoijam, a prominent professor, was favored by voters seeking an alternative to the ruling BJP and secured an impressive 3,74,017 votes out of a total of 7,89,912. Arthur’s victory marks a historic moment as he becomes the third Tangkhul Naga to win a Lok Sabha seat since 1957.

The elections in Manipur were marred by ongoing conflict and unrest that began last year following protests by Kuki tribals. The violence has claimed the lives of over 220 individuals from both the Kuki and Meitei communities, including security personnel.

West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has strongly condemned the killing of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker Rathibala Arhi in Nandigram, Purba Medinipur district. Governor Bose has termed the incident as state government-sponsored violence and has directed the state government to submit an action taken report to him. The killing has sparked violent protests by BJP workers in Nandigram.

The fifth phase of polling in the Lok Sabha elections 2024 on Monday witnessed a 57.75% voter turnout, with sporadic incidents of violence reported from West Bengal. West Bengal recorded the highest turnout at 73%, while Maharashtra recorded the lowest at 48.88%. The Election Commission (EC) reported receiving 1,036 complaints from political parties, including allegations of malfunctioning electronic voting machines (EVMs) and improper conduct at booths. The phase saw polling in 49 seats across 14 states and union territories, marking the conclusion of polling in Maharashtra’s 48 seats.

The Chhatrasal Stadium, a hub for wrestling in Delhi, has been plagued by violence and administrative issues in recent years. Despite producing several Olympic medalists, the center has faced allegations of indiscipline, disobedience, and a lack of experienced coaches. An assault on a coach earlier this month has brought these issues to the forefront, prompting the Delhi government to implement new measures to restore order and accountability.

The recent violent protests in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) highlight the growing economic disparities and exploitation of the local population. Despite attempts by Pakistan and Western media to downplay the severity of the protests, the unrest in Samahmi, Sehansa, Mirpur, Dadyal, Rawalkot, Khuiratta, Tattapani, and Hattian Bala indicates a rising tide of discontent.

In a shocking incident that occurred in broad daylight on May 3 in Houston, Texas, a 20-year-old trans woman named Karon Fisher was arrested on murder charges after a gruesome assault on a 64-year-old man, Steven Anderson. Fisher initially struck Anderson with her car, then stabbed him multiple times and kissed his lifeless body. Despite the efforts of bystanders to intervene, Fisher fled the scene on foot. She is currently in custody and charged with murder, evading arrest, and assaulting medical officials.

In a shocking incident, a principal of a pre-secondary school in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, was caught on video allegedly assaulting a teacher for being late. The incident has sparked outrage, with both the principal and teacher facing criticism for their inappropriate behavior. The principal was accused of grabbing the teacher by her kurta and attempting to tear her clothes during the altercation. Both the principal and teacher used vulgar language and engaged in unbecoming conduct, tarnishing their professional roles.

President Biden has condemned the violent protests that have occurred on college campuses across the U.S. in recent weeks. In a speech, Biden said that such protests are not protected by the First Amendment and that order must prevail. He also said that there is no place for antisemitism or threats of violence against Jewish students on campuses. Biden’s comments come as the country has seen a rise in anti-Israel protests on college campuses. These protests have been accompanied by reports of threats and intimidation against Jewish students. Biden’s speech was met with mixed reactions. Some praised him for his strong stance against violence, while others criticized him for not doing enough to address the underlying causes of the protests.

Former President Trump has condemned the violence that erupted at anti-Israel protests on college campuses across the nation, calling for the removal of ‘weak and ineffective leadership’ at universities and the immediate cessation of antisemitism. Amidst the chaos, police were forced to intervene in several incidents, including an out-of-control situation at UCLA where pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel counterprotesters clashed violently.