West Bengal Election results have come as a shock to Mamata Banerjee. As her 15-year rule ends, she has alleged a “stolen verdict” after her defeat in Bhabanipur. Claiming she was leading until the final rounds, Mamata has accused election authorities of manipulation, intimidation, and irregularities during counting. Meanwhile, Suvendu Adhikari delivered a stunning upset victory, breaching Mamata’s strongest political bastion and signalling a major power shift in Bengal politics.

A major escalation is unfolding in the United Arab Emirates after missile and drone strikes hit key infrastructure, triggering a massive fire at the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone. Authorities say air defenses intercepted multiple ballistic and cruise missiles along with drones, but a strike still ignited a blaze at the vital oil hub. Three Indian nationals were injured in the incident sparking a furious reaction from the Indian MEA. Iran has denied responsibility, blaming the United States for the incident and warning of “asymmetric operations” in regional waters.