Tensions flared as TMC accused BJP-backed goons of attacking its Tripura office, hours after BJP alleged TMC workers targeted its MPs and MLAs in West Bengal. The BJP claimed its MLA was attacked while distributing flood relief, drawing condemnation from Prime Minister Modi. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee met with an affected BJP MP.

Sarma said that some people, including Jorhat MP Gaurav Gogoi, attempted to instigate violence following Zubeen Garg’s death

The Maharashtra government banned the sale of ‘Respifresh TR’ and ‘Relife’ cough syrups, saying they contained diethylene glycol, a highly toxic chemical.