On April 12, 2025, violent clashes erupted in Murshidabad, West Bengal, during protests against the proposed Waqf (Amendment) Bill. A father-son duo was killed with machetes, raising the death toll to three. The unrest began in Beldanga over an objectionable message on a Kartik Puja pandal's neon signboard. Mobs from both communities engaged in stone-pelting, vandalism, and arson, damaging shops, houses, and a police vehicle. Police imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and suspended internet services. Seventeen individuals were arrested, and six injured are receiving treatment. The situation remains tense, with heavy police deployment to prevent further escalation. (PC: PTI)

Two individuals died and over 100 were arrested following violent protests against the Waqf Act in Murshidabad, West Bengal. Demonstrators, primarily from the Muslim community, blocked roads and disrupted rail traffic after Friday prayers, defying prohibitory orders. Clashes erupted when protesters hurled stones and incendiary devices at police, injuring several officers. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee clarified that the Waqf Act is a central law and declared it would not be implemented in the state. She urged the central government to address the unrest. The situation escalated in areas like Suti and Dhulian, prompting the deployment of the Border Security Force to restore order. (PC: Rising Kashmir & OrissaPOST)

On April 11, 2025, a powerful explosion at MMP Industries’ aluminium foil manufacturing unit in Nagpur’s Umred MIDC claimed five lives and injured eight others. The blast occurred in the polished tubing section while 87 workers were present. Three workers initially reported missing were later found dead, while two others died during treatment. A suspected buildup of flammable gases may have triggered the fire, which rapidly engulfed the facility. Firefighters struggled to contain the blaze. Authorities have sealed the plant and launched an investigation into possible safety violations and operational negligence by the factory management. (PC: ANI)

On April 11, 2025, a widespread outage disrupted India’s UPI-based digital payment systems, affecting major apps like PhonePe, Google Pay, and Paytm. Users across the country reported failed transactions and delays, sparking concern and frustration on social media. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) confirmed intermittent technical issues and assured that efforts were underway to restore normalcy. The outage highlighted the critical dependence on UPI for daily financial transactions. By late evening, NPCI announced the issue had been resolved and systems were stable, although users remained cautious about reliability going forward. (PC: Getty Images)  

In a major development, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has identified a Dubai-based individual who allegedly had prior knowledge of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. This came to light during the interrogation of Tahawwur Rana, recently extradited from the US and now in 18-day NIA custody. The elusive man reportedly met Rana ahead of the 26/11 attacks, raising new questions about international links in the terror plot. Rana remains under suicide watch and has been mostly uncooperative. This revelation could help uncover deeper global connections behind one of India’s deadliest terror attacks. (PC: NDTV)

Violent protests over the Waqf (Amendment) Act gripped West Bengal’s Murshidabad district on April 11, 2025, resulting in over 110 arrests. Demonstrators clashed with police in Suti and Samserganj, engaging in arson, road blockades, and stone-pelting. Prohibitory orders were imposed, and internet services suspended to contain the unrest. A teenage boy was reportedly injured in alleged police firing. The violence also spread to Malda, South 24 Parganas, and Hooghly. The BJP accused the state government of failing to manage the situation and claimed the violence was organized and politically motivated. Tensions remain high in the region. (PC: PTI)

On April 11, 2025, a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) of the Indian Army lost his life during a high-intensity gunfight with Pakistani terrorists attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC) in the Keri Battal area of Akhnoor, Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian Army intercepted the infiltrators after spotting suspicious movement. A fierce exchange of fire ensued, resulting in the JCO sustaining fatal injuries. The area has been sealed off, and a major search operation is underway. The incident highlights the ongoing threat of cross-border terrorism in the region. (India Today)

In a high-stakes counter-terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, Indian security forces killed three Pakistani terrorists, including Jaish-e-Mohammed's top commander Saifullah. The joint operation involved the Indian Army’s elite Para units, CRPF, and J&K Police. The encounter took place in the dense Naidgam forests of Chatroo, where the heavily armed group had infiltrated, reportedly via the Hiranagar sector in Kathua. Each terrorist carried a ₹5 lakh bounty. Security forces recovered a large cache of arms and explosives, with further anti-terror operations underway to dismantle the remaining infiltration network in the region. (PTI)

On April 11, 2025, large-scale violence broke out in Murshidabad, West Bengal, during protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act. A mob hurled stones at a train at Nimtita station, vandalized railway property, set vehicles on fire, and clashed with security forces. Around 5,000 people blocked tracks between Dhuliandanga and Nimtita, causing the cancellation of two trains and the diversion of five. Seven to ten police personnel were injured. Border Security Forces were deployed, and Governor CV Ananda Bose urged immediate state intervention against the escalating violence. (PC: Deccan Chronicle)  

Tahawwur Rana is undergoing intense questioning at the National Investigation Agency (NIA) headquarters by officials from both the NIA and the Intelligence Bureau. Investigators are focusing on his alleged involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, especially in light of disclosures made by David Coleman Headley during his testimony to the FBI. Of particular interest to Indian authorities are Rana's travels across India prior to the attacks, as well as his suspected links with Pakistani handlers. Authorities are probing his role in facilitating reconnaissance and coordination for the Lashkar-e-Taiba operatives involved in the assault. ( PC: The India Express )