Morning news wrap: Tripura man's body found in ice cream freezer, Trump unveils US 'Gold Card' website; and more
In the past 24 hours, a lot of things have happened in India and the United States. From Trump unveiling a new "gold card" website to violence erupting in Bengal to a cold-blooded murder story from Tripura.
In West Bengal, Violence broke out near Rabindranagar Police Station over land ownership. And in Tripura, the police arrested six people for the alleged murder of a 24-year-old man whose body was found stuffed inside a refrigerator. Meanwhile, in Canada, Project Pelican has busted a big narco-terror network, and individuals suspected to be Khalistan sympathisers. In the US, Trump did two things: one, reducing its diplomatic and military presence in the Middle East and the second one is unveiling a new "gold card" website.
Here are the top 5 stories:
Tripura murder case
: Man strangled, body found stuffed in refrigerator; doctor among 6 held
In a shocking murder case from Tripura, six people, including a doctor and his parents, have been arrested for the alleged killing of 24-year-old Sariful Islam. The victim's body was found stuffed inside a refrigerator in Gandacherra. Police suspect the crime was motivated by a love triangle involving the doctor, Dibakar Saha, and Islam. The accused allegedly strangled Islam and hid his body before attempting to dispose of it with the help of Saha's parents.
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Canada busts drug racket financing anti-India activities
Canada's Peel Regional Police busted a narco-terror network linked to Khalistan sympathisers under "Project Pelican," seizing 479 kg of cocaine worth $47.9 million—the largest drug haul in the region. Nine suspects, including seven Indian-origin men, were arrested. The network allegedly used US-Canada trucking routes and had ties to Mexican cartels. Proceeds from the smuggling were reportedly funneled into anti-India activities, including funding protests, referendums, and weapons procurement.
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US is pulling troops from parts of Middle East; Trump's Iran strike threat in focus
US President Donald Trump has ordered the withdrawal of troops from the Middle East amid stalled nuclear talks with Iran and rising regional tensions. The State Department has also directed nonessential staff to leave embassies in Baghdad, Bahrain, and Kuwait, citing safety concerns. The US military approved the voluntary departure of dependents from key locations. As nuclear negotiations face uncertainty, Iran has rejected military threats, while the IAEA considers new censure measures that could reignite sanctions.
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Violent clash breaks out in West Bengal: Cops injured, vehicles set on fire, security heightened
Violence erupted in Maheshtala's Rabindranagar-Akra area over a land dispute, leading to clashes between locals and police. Five officers, including DC (Port) Harikrishna Pai, were injured, while vehicles were damaged and torched. Police used lathicharge and tear gas to disperse the mob. Tensions flared after a 'tulsi mancha' was built on land claimed by a minority trader. Political leaders traded blame, with BJP demanding central forces' deployment, while TMC downplayed broader law and order concerns.
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Who can apply, eligibility; all you need to know about Trump's 'Gold Card'
Former US President Donald Trump has launched the "Gold Card" program, offering foreigners a pathway to US citizenship for $5 million. The waiting list for the card—featuring Trump's photo, signature, and golden design—is now open via an official website. The initiative, seen as a replacement for the EB-5 investor visa, aims to attract wealthy individuals willing to invest in the US. Eligibility details remain unclear, but the program promises priority access to applicants once fully operational.
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