Political war erupts over twin blasts in Punjab as Bhagwant Mann blames BJP

Twin explosions occurred in Punjab near the Border Security Force headquarters in Jalandhar and near its camp in Amritsar. Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav cited CCTV footage suggesting links to Pakistan's ISI and Khalistani elements. A political dispute followed as Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of involvement, while BJP leaders criticised the state government for its handling of cross-border threats. In West Bengal, the BJP secured 208 seats, ending fifteen years of Trinamool Congress rule. Mamata Banerjee has refused to resign, citing plans to challenge the results in the Supreme Court. Concurrently, in southern India, rival parties are discussing an alliance to block a newly formed party from power. Internationally, the United States announced a conditional pause on military operations. A proposed diplomatic agreement involves halting nuclear enrichment in exchange for lifting sanctions, while Middle Eastern authorities maintain control over strategic waterways.