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Florida Cemetery Vandalized With Trump DeSantis Spray as 17 Graves Damaged Police Probe

Florida Cemetery Vandalized With Trump DeSantis Spray as 17 Graves Damaged Police Probe

Florida police are investigating vandalism at Old Memphis Cemetery in Palmetto, a predominantly African American site established in 1904. Manatee County authorities say 17 gravesites were damaged: headstones were knocked down and red spray paint reading “Trump” and “DeSantis” was applied to tombs. Detectives believe the attacks happened within the past few weeks, and no arrests have been reported. Relatives of those buried described “extreme anger” and said the political names suggest possible motivation.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 15 May 2026
Modi accuses TMC of authoritarian blend of Congress and Left vices across Bengal

Modi accuses TMC of authoritarian blend of Congress and Left vices across Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked the Trinamool Congress, calling it authoritarian and arguing the party failed to break from its Congress roots. He claimed TMC absorbed “negative habits” associated with the Left, citing allegations of violence and grassroots intimidation after the end of 34 years of Marxist rule in West Bengal. The remarks sharpened the BJP versus TMC political clash ahead of elections.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026

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4 deaths in 13 years linked to Suvendu Adhikari associate murder shocks West Bengal

4 deaths in 13 years linked to Suvendu Adhikari associate murder shocks West Bengal

The murder of Chandranath Rath, an associate of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, has reignited scrutiny of a troubling pattern of deaths involving close figures. Reports claim that over 13 years, three aides connected to Adhikari were found dead, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding each incident and intensifying political and security concerns in West Bengal.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026
Suvendu Adhikari Claims Murder Plot Tied to Defeating Mamata in Bhabanipur

Suvendu Adhikari Claims Murder Plot Tied to Defeating Mamata in Bhabanipur

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari hit out at the Trinamool Congress after the murder of his aide Chandranath Rath. Adhikari alleged the killing was cold-blooded and pre-planned, linking it to his political defeat of Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur. He accused the TMC of encouraging political violence in West Bengal, escalating a new round of blame and counter-blame.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 7 May 2026
Bengal aide shot dead sparks BJP TMC blame game demanding a transparent investigation

Bengal aide shot dead sparks BJP TMC blame game demanding a transparent investigation

A close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead in Madhyamgram, West Bengal, triggering a sharp political backlash. The BJP accused the ruling TMC of enabling lawlessness, while the TMC rejected the allegations and called for a professional, transparent probe. Multiple parties condemned the violence, insisting on credible findings.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026
North 24 Parganas tense after Suvendu Adhikari aide shot dead security tightened

North 24 Parganas tense after Suvendu Adhikari aide shot dead security tightened

Tension has gripped West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas after a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead. Police have boosted security and urged calm as BJP supporters protest, demanding the arrest of the attackers. The killing, termed a targeted assassination, has sharpened BJP and TMC accusations following recent assembly poll outcomes.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026

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Suvendu Adhikari alleges planned political assassination after aide Chandra shot in West Bengal

Suvendu Adhikari alleges planned political assassination after aide Chandra shot in West Bengal

West Bengal Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari called the shooting of his aide Chandra a cold-blooded, pre-planned murder, alleging it reflects a “Maha-Jungle Raj” under the state’s recent governance. The claim raises fresh political alarm in Madhyamgram, as Adhikari links the incident to a worsening law-and-order climate over the past 15 years.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 7 May 2026
BJP Worker Madhu Mandal Beaten to Death After Victory Rally Family Blames TMC Rivals for Attack

BJP Worker Madhu Mandal Beaten to Death After Victory Rally Family Blames TMC Rivals for Attack

In Kolkata’s Rajarhat-New Town, the BJP’s victory rally turned tragic when BJP worker Madhu Mandal was allegedly beaten to death. His body was later found in a patch of mud, and the family claims TMC rivals targeted him. The family is demanding an immediate arrest, as police investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack and rival allegations.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 6 May 2026
Federal Court Hears Attempted Assassination Case Against Cole Tomas Allen With Firearm Charges

Federal Court Hears Attempted Assassination Case Against Cole Tomas Allen With Firearm Charges

A Washington federal court heard charges against Cole Tomas Allen, accused of attempting to assassinate the President of the United States. Prosecutors allege firearm-related conduct and interstate transport. The hearing outlined the legal process and the suspect’s rights, while explaining how the law defines attempted assassination and why crimes against protected leaders are treated with extreme seriousness, including how similar cases have historically been handled.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
Omar Abdullah condemns Washington gunfire as violence has no place in politics

Omar Abdullah condemns Washington gunfire as violence has no place in politics

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned a shooting outside a Washington venue where US President Donald Trump was present, saying violence has no place in politics. Abdullah expressed relief that Trump escaped unharmed and urged a peaceful, democratic approach amid rising global tensions. The statement highlights the need to keep political differences away from harm and intimidation.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 27 Apr 2026

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TMC MP Mitali Bag alleges BJP vandalised her car as EC orders a report

TMC MP Mitali Bag alleges BJP vandalised her car as EC orders a report

TMC MP Mitali Bag claimed her car was vandalised by BJP supporters in Hooghly while she was travelling to a rally, calling it an unprovoked attack. The BJP rejected the accusation, saying TMC workers instigated the chaos and dismissing Bag’s allegations as theatrics. The Election Commission has now sought a report to verify the incident.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
Trump target again A decade of plots ends with shooting at White House Correspondents dinner

Trump target again A decade of plots ends with shooting at White House Correspondents dinner

A shooting at the 2026 White House Correspondents’ dinner caps a decade of escalating threats against Donald Trump. Coming after years of alleged plots and close calls dating to his 2016 campaign, investigators believe the gunman was specifically targeting Trump and senior officials, underscoring how persistently he remains the focal point of security concerns in Washington.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
Midnight violence erupts at Jagatdal police station as BJP and TMC supporters clash leaving CRPF injured

Midnight violence erupts at Jagatdal police station as BJP and TMC supporters clash leaving CRPF injured

Violence broke out near Bengal’s Jagatdal Police Station on Sunday night when supporters of Trinamool Congress and BJP clashed. Several people were injured, and a CRPF personnel suffered a bullet wound amid stone-pelting and crude bomb use. Four people were arrested after coordinated raids, while authorities continue efforts to track remaining accused ahead of the campaign end for crucial polls.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
Violence erupts in Howrah and Haroa before West Bengal phase 2 polling

Violence erupts in Howrah and Haroa before West Bengal phase 2 polling

Violence broke out in West Bengal’s Howrah and Haroa ahead of the second phase of polling. In Howrah, clashes were reported between Trinamool Congress and BJP supporters. In Haroa, a police sub-inspector was injured during a confrontation involving Trinamool Congress and Indian Secular Front supporters, underscoring an increasingly charged campaign atmosphere.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 26 Apr 2026

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US lawmakers unite after White House Correspondents Dinner shooting calls for unity and calm

US lawmakers unite after White House Correspondents Dinner shooting calls for unity and calm

A shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner triggered immediate panic, but President Donald Trump and other officials were evacuated safely. Lawmakers across party lines condemned the violence, urging national unity and peaceful resolution of political differences. Security forces responded quickly to protect attendees, though an officer was injured during the incident.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 26 Apr 2026
Harbhajan Singh home vandalised after BJP switch as AAP workers spray black paint

Harbhajan Singh home vandalised after BJP switch as AAP workers spray black paint

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh’s Jalandhar home was allegedly vandalised by angry AAP workers a day after he resigned from AAP and joined the BJP. A video reportedly shows black paint being sprayed and the word “gaddar” written on the walls outside his residence, escalating political tensions around the switch.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 25 Apr 2026
Violence Erupts in Murshidabad as Crude Bomb Blast Hits During West Bengal Election 2026 Phase 1

Violence Erupts in Murshidabad as Crude Bomb Blast Hits During West Bengal Election 2026 Phase 1

The first phase of West Bengal Assembly Election 2026 has been marred by violence in Murshidabad district. On April 23, a crude bomb explosion in Nowda and reported clashes between CPI(M) and TMC in Domkal reportedly left multiple people injured. The incidents have intensified concerns over election-day security as the campaign enters its early phase.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
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