Several people, including women and children, were injured after clashes broke out between two groups of Christmas carol singers in Kerala’s Alappuzha district on Wednesday.

Tarique Rahman, BNP’s acting chairman, made a dramatic return to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile, stepping into a nation facing turmoil. He drew parallels between current political upheaval and the 1971 liberation struggle, declaring “I have a plan” for the country’s future. His arrival is expected to significantly influence Bangladesh’s internal politics and its relationship with India.

Bangladesh faces renewed criticism after a second lynching, this time of Amrit Mondal, just days after worker Dipu Chandra Das was killed. Mondal was allegedly beaten to death by villagers after demanding extortion money. These incidents highlight growing concerns over the safety of minority communities amidst ongoing unrest.