Eastern Region Headlines: Political Tensions, Clashes, and Tragedy

The top stories from the Eastern Region include senior BJP leader Dilip Ghosh's statement against TMC, peace talks in Manipur, and the suspension of 18 Jharkhand BJP MLAs. Other highlights include the Assam CM's visit prevention issue, clashes in Manipur, and the tragic electrocution of five Kanwar Yatra pilgrims.

In Kolkata, senior BJP leader Dilip Ghosh criticized the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) for accusations against the BJP about dividing West Bengal, asserting the saffron party has no such plans.

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh announced ongoing efforts by the state government toward peace talks, with several meetings held in Assam's Silchar.

In Jharkhand's assembly, Speaker Rabindra Nath Mahto suspended 18 BJP MLAs for hooliganism. The suspended legislators were removed by marshals, resulting in claims from the opposition that this marked a 'black day'.

Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accused the Jharkhand government of preventing his visit to Gopinathpur village in Pakur district.

In Imphal, clashes erupted between Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and security forces after tear gas was used to disperse a protest rally.

Tragedy struck in Jharkhand's Latehar district when five Kanwar Yatra pilgrims, including two minors, were electrocuted to death after their vehicle came into contact with a high-tension overhead wire.

(With inputs from agencies.)