In India, four people were killed four others injured in a firing incident during violence amidst elections at Cooch Behar district of West Bengal state.

The Election Commission issued notice to her after the ruling BJP asked it to take stern action against Mamata Banerjee.

US Defense Department spokesman, John Kirby quoted by Air Force Magazine, said the attack is a threat to fragile peace discussions in the country.

The clashes erupted at midnight when the armed militants attacked the joint Afghan security forces operating base in Ishkamish district.

Officials say the ferry carried fifty passengers as few are still missing.

People from different walks of life participated in the protest and demanded arrest of the Hindu priest and stern punishment to him.

A senior official has confirmed the security forces were attacked during an operation.