The West Bengal Police arrested the mastermind of the Malda hostage from Siliguri’s Bagdogra airport on Friday. The alleged mastermind, identified as advocate Mofakkarul Islam, was arrested while he was trying to board a flight. ADG (North Bengal) K Jayaraman told reporters that Mofakkarul Islam hails from Itahar in Uttar Dinajpur district and was currently residing in Kolkata.&nbsp;&nbsp;As per reports, Mofakkrul Islam, a lawyer by profession, was making speeches outside the Block Development Office and urging the crowd not to leave the area. He had contested the 2021 Assembly polls as a candidate of AIMIM (All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen).&nbsp;<h2>‘Oye DM, oye SP who is the CID? Where is the IB?’</h2>&nbsp;A video has surfaced showing Mofakkerul Islam challenging senior officials, including the SP and DM, during the protest. He is heard saying, “Oye DM, oye SP who is the CID? Where is the IB? Where are you all? Come here.”&nbsp;Three cases have been registered against him at Kaliachak police station for allegedly “instigating” locals through speeches on Wednesday, following which the seven judicial officers, including three women, were held hostage inside the Kaliachak-2 block office under Mothabari assembly constituency, ADG K Jayaraman said.&nbsp;The senior police officer said that despite the National Investigation Agency (NIA) taking over the probe, the West Bengal Police would continue with their investigation to determine whether the incident was “pre-planned” and whether more people were involved.&nbsp;The police have so far arrested 35 people, including an ISF candidate, for their alleged involvement in the incident, the ADG added.The Supreme Court has described the Malda incident as a brazen and deliberate attempt to obstruct the administration of justice.&nbsp;<h2>SC issues show-cause notices to Bengal Chief Secretary, Home Secretary and DGP</h2>&nbsp;A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant expressed concern that, despite prior intimation, the West Bengal authorities failed to provide prompt protection, leaving the officers without food or water for hours.&nbsp;The apex court issued show-cause notices to senior state officials, including the Chief Secretary, Home Secretary and Director-General of Police, asking them to explain their inaction. The court also directed the Election Commission to requisition and deploy adequate central forces to ensure the safety of judicial officers and the smooth conduct of the SIR adjudication process.&nbsp;Seven judicial officers, including three women, were held hostage for over nine hours in Bengal’s Malda by a group of voters whose names were deleted from the voter list during the Special Intensive Revision exercise. There was also an attempt to attack the vehicles during their evacuation by security forces.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>NIA takes over the probe into the Kaliachak, Malda incident</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the probe into the Kaliachak incident in Malda. On Friday morning, Sonia Singh, the lead investigating officer and an IPS officer of IG rank, arrived in Kolkata to oversee the investigation.&nbsp;The Supreme Court bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice Vipul Pancholi criticised the Bengal government, calling it a “criminal failure.”The bench described West Bengal as “the most polarised state,” saying politics had overshadowed even compliance with court orders.&nbsp;The Supreme Court also said that it will monitor the probe.

The SC bench comprising CJI Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice Vipul Pancholi criticised the Bengal government and called the incident a criminal failure. It described West Bengal as the “most polarised state,” saying politics had overshadowed even compliance with court orders.

The West Bengal Police arrested the mastermind of the Malda hostage from Siliguri’s Bagdogra airport on Friday. The alleged mastermind, identified as advocate Mofakkarul Islam, was arrested while he was trying to board a flight. ADG (North Bengal) K Jayaraman told reporters that Mofakkarul Islam hails from Itahar in Uttar Dinajpur district and was currently residing in Kolkata. As per reports, Mofakkrul Islam, a lawyer by profession, was making speeches outside the Block Development Office and urging the crowd not to leave the area. He had contested the 2021 Assembly polls as a candidate of AIMIM (All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen). ‘Oye DM, oye SP who is the CID? Where is the IB?’ A video has surfaced showing Mofakkerul Islam challenging senior officials, including the SP and DM, during the protest. He is heard saying, “Oye DM, oye SP who is the CID? Where is the IB? Where are you all? Come here.” Three cases have been registered against him at Kaliachak police station for allegedly “instigating” locals through speeches on Wednesday, following which the seven judicial officers, including three women, were held hostage inside the Kaliachak-2 block office under Mothabari assembly constituency, ADG K Jayaraman said. The senior police officer said that despite the National Investigation Agency (NIA) taking over the probe, the West Bengal Police would continue with their investigation to determine whether the incident was “pre-planned” and whether more people were involved. The police have so far arrested 35 people, including an ISF candidate, for their alleged involvement in the incident, the ADG added. The Supreme Court has described the Malda incident as a brazen and deliberate attempt to obstruct the administration of justice. SC issues show-cause notices to Bengal Chief Secretary, Home Secretary and DGP A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant expressed concern that, despite prior intimation, the West Bengal authorities failed to provide prompt protection, leaving the officers without food or water for hours. The apex court issued show-cause notices to senior state officials, including the Chief Secretary, Home Secretary and Director-General of Police, asking them to explain their inaction. The court also directed the Election Commission to requisition and deploy adequate central forces to ensure the safety of judicial officers and the smooth conduct of the SIR adjudication process. Seven judicial officers, including three women, were held hostage for over nine hours in Bengal’s Malda by a group of voters whose names were deleted from the voter list during the Special Intensive Revision exercise. There was also an attempt to attack the vehicles during their evacuation by security forces. NIA takes over the probe into the Kaliachak, Malda incident Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the probe into the Kaliachak incident in Malda. On Friday morning, Sonia Singh, the lead investigating officer and an IPS officer of IG rank, arrived in Kolkata to oversee the investigation. The Supreme Court bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice Vipul Pancholi criticised the Bengal government, calling it a “criminal failure.” The bench described West Bengal as “the most polarised state,” saying politics had overshadowed even compliance with court orders. The Supreme Court also said that it will monitor the probe.

The SC bench comprising CJI Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice Vipul Pancholi criticised the Bengal government and called the incident a criminal failure. It described West Bengal as the “most polarised state,” saying politics had overshadowed even compliance with court orders.

Malda SIR judicial officers hostage mastermind Moffakkerul Islam arrested; NIA takes over probe

A booth-level officer in West Bengal has been arrested along with an accomplice for allegedly murdering a man over an extramarital affair with the latter’s wife, chopping his body into pieces, and dumping them at three different locations in a canal. Police said on Saturday the preliminary investigation revealed that the accused had an extramarital relationship with the victim’s wife. Police officials said that the accused BLO, Rizwan Hasan Mondal, was in a relationship with Nasir Ali’s wife and had called Ali on the pretext of SIR and murdered him.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-victory-is-not-declared-by-mere-rhetoric-as-our-neighbourhood-entities-do-says-cds-gen-anil-chauhan-1771085253490">‘Victory is not declared by mere rhetoric as our neighbourhood entities do,’ says CDS Gen Anil Chauhan</a>&nbsp;The incident took place in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district, where BLO Rizwan Hasan Mondal and his accomplice Sagar Gyne were arrested for murdering Nasir Ali.Initial investigation revealed that Rizwan was in a relationship with 30-year-old Nasir’s wife. Ali’s body parts were found in a canal in Baduria on Friday.&nbsp;<h2>BLO murdered Nasir Ali, dumped body parts in canal</h2>&nbsp;Rizwan had called Ali to a deserted place on Monday evening, citing some issues related to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, said a PTI report, citing police officials.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-us-and-europe-belong-together-but-allies-should-defend-themselves-says-rubio-at-munich-security-conference-1771068794871">‘US and Europe belong together, but allies should defend themselves,’ says Rubio at Munich Security Conference</a>&nbsp;The accused murdered Ali and dumped his body parts at three different locations in the canal, which were recovered by the police on Friday.&nbsp;The family of the deceased had lodged a missing person complaint on Tuesday. Police began investigating and tracked Rizwan’s phone calls. Following interrogation, Rizwan was arrested on the charges of murdering Ali and dumping his body parts in the canal.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/valentine-s-day-horror-in-noida-man-kills-girlfriend-then-shoots-self-in-parked-car-1771079335853">Valentine’s Day horror in Noida: Man kills girlfriend, then shoots self in parked car</a>&nbsp;His accomplice, Gyne, was also arrested on the charges of assisting in the murder, dismemberment of the body, and dumping of the parts.Locals of the area staged a roadblock for around half an hour, demanding justice for the deceased.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Initial investigation revealed that the accused BLO Rizwan Hasan Mondal was in a relationship with 30-year-old Nasir’s wife. The accused murdered Ali and dumped his body parts at three different locations in the canal, which were recovered by the police

A booth-level officer in West Bengal has been arrested along with an accomplice for allegedly murdering a man over an extramarital affair with the latter’s wife, chopping his body into pieces, and dumping them at three different locations in a canal. Police said on Saturday the preliminary investigation revealed that the accused had an extramarital relationship with the victim’s wife. Police officials said that the accused BLO, Rizwan Hasan Mondal, was in a relationship with Nasir Ali’s wife and had called Ali on the pretext of SIR and murdered him. Also Read: ‘Victory is not declared by mere rhetoric as our neighbourhood entities do,’ says CDS Gen Anil Chauhan The incident took place in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district, where BLO Rizwan Hasan Mondal and his accomplice Sagar Gyne were arrested for murdering Nasir Ali. Initial investigation revealed that Rizwan was in a relationship with 30-year-old Nasir’s wife. Ali’s body parts were found in a canal in Baduria on Friday. BLO murdered Nasir Ali, dumped body parts in canal Rizwan had called Ali to a deserted place on Monday evening, citing some issues related to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, said a PTI report, citing police officials. Also Read: ‘US and Europe belong together, but allies should defend themselves,’ says Rubio at Munich Security Conference The accused murdered Ali and dumped his body parts at three different locations in the canal, which were recovered by the police on Friday. The family of the deceased had lodged a missing person complaint on Tuesday. Police began investigating and tracked Rizwan’s phone calls. Following interrogation, Rizwan was arrested on the charges of murdering Ali and dumping his body parts in the canal. Also Read: Valentine’s Day horror in Noida: Man kills girlfriend, then shoots self in parked car His accomplice, Gyne, was also arrested on the charges of assisting in the murder, dismemberment of the body, and dumping of the parts. Locals of the area staged a roadblock for around half an hour, demanding justice for the deceased.

Initial investigation revealed that the accused BLO Rizwan Hasan Mondal was in a relationship with 30-year-old Nasir’s wife. The accused murdered Ali and dumped his body parts at three different locations in the canal, which were recovered by the police

In Bengal, BLO calls lover’s husband for SIR, kills him, chops body and dumps parts in canal

India fast bowler and ‘2023 Arjuna Award’ winner Mohammed Shami has found himself in the spotlight off the field after being issued a notice for a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing by the Election Commission in Kolkata, even as his on-field future remains uncertain. Shami, along with his brother Mohammed Kaif, was asked to appear for the SIR hearing related to voter verification. The Indian pacer, however, could not attend the scheduled hearing on Monday (Jan 5) as he is currently in Rajkot, representing Bengal in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Election Commission officials in West Bengal confirmed that a fresh date for Shami’s hearing will be communicated soon.&nbsp;Born in Uttar Pradesh, Shami moved to West Bengal several years ago due to his professional cricket commitments. Over time, he became a long-term registered voter in the Jadavpur constituency of Kolkata. As of now, the cricketer has not issued any official statement regarding the notice or the hearing process.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/after-mustafizur-rahman-s-release-these-5-options-could-reshape-kkr-s-ipl-2026-plans-1767523726482">After Mustafizur Rahman’s release, THESE 5 options could reshape KKR’s IPL 2026 plans</a>&nbsp;The development comes at a time when Shami is already navigating a challenging phase in his cricketing career. The senior pacer has not featured for India since the Champions Trophy final in March 2025 and has struggled to regain his place in the national setup. Speaking earlier about his exclusion, Shami had admitted that he was going through a “difficult phase” after being overlooked for the home Test series against West Indies in October and the subsequent two-Test tour of South Africa.&nbsp;His absence continued during India’s five-Test tour of England last year, which followed a below-par IPL season. Representing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Shami played nine out of 14 matches, managing just six wickets. He finished the tournament with an average of 56.16 and an economy rate of 11.23, numbers that raised questions about his form and fitness.

Mohammed Shami and his brother have received a SIR hearing notice in Kolkata. The Indian fast bowler missed the hearing due to his cricket commitments for West Bengal.

India fast bowler and ‘2023 Arjuna Award’ winner Mohammed Shami has found himself in the spotlight off the field after being issued a notice for a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing by the Election Commission in Kolkata, even as his on-field future remains uncertain. Shami, along with his brother Mohammed Kaif, was asked to appear for the SIR hearing related to voter verification. The Indian pacer, however, could not attend the scheduled hearing on Monday (Jan 5) as he is currently in Rajkot, representing Bengal in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Election Commission officials in West Bengal confirmed that a fresh date for Shami’s hearing will be communicated soon. Born in Uttar Pradesh, Shami moved to West Bengal several years ago due to his professional cricket commitments. Over time, he became a long-term registered voter in the Jadavpur constituency of Kolkata. As of now, the cricketer has not issued any official statement regarding the notice or the hearing process. Also read | After Mustafizur Rahman’s release, THESE 5 options could reshape KKR’s IPL 2026 plans The development comes at a time when Shami is already navigating a challenging phase in his cricketing career. The senior pacer has not featured for India since the Champions Trophy final in March 2025 and has struggled to regain his place in the national setup. Speaking earlier about his exclusion, Shami had admitted that he was going through a “difficult phase” after being overlooked for the home Test series against West Indies in October and the subsequent two-Test tour of South Africa. His absence continued during India’s five-Test tour of England last year, which followed a below-par IPL season. Representing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Shami played nine out of 14 matches, managing just six wickets. He finished the tournament with an average of 56.16 and an economy rate of 11.23, numbers that raised questions about his form and fitness.

Mohammed Shami and his brother have received a SIR hearing notice in Kolkata. The Indian fast bowler missed the hearing due to his cricket commitments for West Bengal.

Arjuna awardee Mohammed Shami receives SIR hearing notice from Election Commission

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Malda SIR judicial officers hostage mastermind Moffakkerul Islam arrested; NIA takes over probe

Bengal BLO calls lover’s husband for SIR, kills him, chops body and dumps parts

Arjuna awardee Mohammed Shami receives SIR hearing notice from EC