A significant rift within the TMC has deepened as Mamata Banerjee's faction seeks to replace Firhad Hakim ...More

A significant rift within the TMC has deepened as Mamata Banerjee's faction seeks to replace Firhad Hakim as Chief Whip with Madan Mitra. This follows Hakim's alignment with the dissident group led by Ritabrata Banerjee. The move escalates the internal power struggle, with both organizational and legislative wings now contested by rival factions after the party's election defeat. ...Less

The battle for TMC's control intensifies as Mamata Banerjee's faction files fresh police complaints again ...More

The battle for TMC's control intensifies as Mamata Banerjee's faction files fresh police complaints against dissident leader Ritabrata Banerjee and his associates. Accusations include illegal use of the party's name, symbol, and designations to mislead workers. This escalation follows a month-long struggle after the assembly poll defeat, with both sides now leveraging legal and organizational tactics to assert their claims over the party's legacy and structure. ...Less

A significant rift has emerged within the Trinamool Congress as rebel MLAs appointed Arup Roy as the new ...More

A significant rift has emerged within the Trinamool Congress as rebel MLAs appointed Arup Roy as the new party chairperson, sidelining Mamata Banerjee. Despite this, Banerjee submitted a list to the Election Commission naming herself as chief. The dispute over leadership, party funds, and the election symbol intensifies as 58 MLAs have revolted, seeking Banerjee to adopt a mentor role. ...Less

The Trinamool Congress has escalated its offensive against rebel leader Ritabrata Banerjee, with a party ...More

The Trinamool Congress has escalated its offensive against rebel leader Ritabrata Banerjee, with a party spokesperson urging government action following alleged complaints from a woman. This move follows the dissident faction forming its own National Working Committee. The ruling party also submitted a new list of office-bearers to the Election Commission, asserting the prior list's invalidity. MLAs who joined the rebel group were branded as "betrayers." ...Less

A Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament has claimed that Mamata Banerjee's leadership instilled fea ...More

A Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament has claimed that Mamata Banerjee's leadership instilled fear within the Trinamool Congress. Meanwhile, a group of TMC Members of Parliament have formally requested separate seating in the Lok Sabha. This move signals potential internal divisions within the party. These developments follow the TMC's performance in recent West Bengal Assembly elections. ...Less

West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh slammed the Trinamool Congress, calling it a "circus party" amidst inter ...More

West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh slammed the Trinamool Congress, calling it a "circus party" amidst internal leadership questions. He criticized the TMC's decision-making and stated the government serves all sections of society, urging Muslims to avoid the party. Ghosh contrasted the TMC's alleged failures with the Modi government's direct welfare benefits, accusing the TMC of fostering crime and urging voters to let them "take a rest." ...Less

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Kunal Ghosh on Friday emphasised the unwavering loyalty of party workers in ...More

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Kunal Ghosh on Friday emphasised the unwavering loyalty of party workers in the face of political pressure after TMC held a party meeting in North Kolkata with the central theme that the remaining TMC workers are not traitors and stand with former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. ...Less

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad dismissed rebel MPs merging with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India ...More

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad dismissed rebel MPs merging with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India as lacking legitimacy, asserting Mamata Banerjee's TMC remains the "genuine" party with significant electoral backing. The Lok Sabha Speaker is reviewing the status of the 20 rebel MPs before making a decision on their faction. ...Less

Sanjay Raut, a Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, questions the FIR against Mamata Banerjee. He asks why similar action ...More

Sanjay Raut, a Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, questions the FIR against Mamata Banerjee. He asks why similar action was not taken against others for provocative speeches. Raut supports Banerjee, calling her a fighter. The FIR was registered on June 7. It alleges Banerjee delivered a misleading speech. This comes amid political turbulence for Banerjee's party. ...Less

The letter highlighted that the event was observed under the leadership of former Chief Minister Mamata B ...More

The letter highlighted that the event was observed under the leadership of former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in front of Victoria House on July 21 for a long time, stating that the party intends to continue the tradition this year as well. ...Less

The Trinamool Congress is facing an internal revolt, prompting Mamata Banerjee's faction to submit a new ...More

The Trinamool Congress is facing an internal revolt, prompting Mamata Banerjee's faction to submit a new list of office bearers to the Election Commission, solidifying her leadership. A breakaway group, claiming significant support, has declared its own parallel committee, citing the expiry of the previous one. Loyalists have vehemently dismissed the rebels' actions as having no legal standing within the party's framework. ...Less

The Trinamool Congress is facing an internal crisis as the Mamata Banerjee faction filed multiple police ...More

The Trinamool Congress is facing an internal crisis as the Mamata Banerjee faction filed multiple police complaints against dissident leader Ritabrata Banerjee and his group. Allegations include unauthorized use of the party's logo and impersonating party leadership, notably naming Arup Roy as chairperson. The complaints also question the funding behind the dissident faction's activities, hinting at a deeper power struggle within the party. ...Less

Deep fissures within the TMC were evident in the West Bengal assembly. Rival factions sat separately duri ...More

Deep fissures within the TMC were evident in the West Bengal assembly. Rival factions sat separately during the budget session. This division mirrors a split in Parliament. The battle for control of the TMC has moved to the legislature. The party faces a significant internal crisis. ...Less

Trinamool Congress MP Shatrughan Sinha pledges unwavering support to party chief Mamata Banerjee. This co ...More

Trinamool Congress MP Shatrughan Sinha pledges unwavering support to party chief Mamata Banerjee. This comes after Sinha congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 12-year tenure. Meanwhile, another TMC leader expressed internal party disagreements regarding a legal case involving Abhishek Banerjee. The leader presented Mamata Banerjee with a choice between himself and Abhishek Banerjee. ...Less

West Bengal's Assembly has approved a bill to extend reservation benefits to 66 new classes under the OBC ...More

West Bengal's Assembly has approved a bill to extend reservation benefits to 66 new classes under the OBC category. The legislation passed with a significant majority, though a faction of TMC members staged a walkout before the vote. This move aims to broaden affirmative action policies within the state's services and posts. ...Less

West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress is embroiled in a deep internal crisis as rival factions vie for ...More

West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress is embroiled in a deep internal crisis as rival factions vie for control. Rebel MLAs, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, have declared a parallel leadership, challenging Mamata Banerjee's authority. The Election Commission is expected to mediate the dispute, while the party's disciplinary committee has expelled several senior leaders. ...Less

Senior TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay has joined a dissident faction seeking control of the party's parliamen ...More

Senior TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay has joined a dissident faction seeking control of the party's parliamentary wing. He supports a proposal to keep Mamata Banerjee in an advisory role. Rebels claim more MPs will join, increasing their Lok Sabha strength. They plan to seek recognition as a separate parliamentary bloc. ...Less

Defending the decision of the rebel MPs, Chakraborty said, "Was it Didi standing for election, or was it ...More

Defending the decision of the rebel MPs, Chakraborty said, "Was it Didi standing for election, or was it us? Whom did the public vote for? Mamata Banerjee wasn't standing in the elections everywhere. There is no such thing as 'our party'... A party doesn't belong to just one person or household. It belongs to everyone. Why didn't everyone run the party together? Who else is answerable for this? Why are they afraid to call a party meeting?" ...Less

West Bengal's Assembly is set for a political showdown as the BJP government introduces the Uniform Civil ...More

West Bengal's Assembly is set for a political showdown as the BJP government introduces the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill. The debate will highlight a fierce rivalry within the Trinamool Congress, with two factions led by Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee vying to lead the opposition. Both camps, despite sharing objections to the UCC, are preparing separate strategies to claim dominance in challenging the BJP's agenda. ...Less

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's meeting request to TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee was missed. Banerjee was bei ...More

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's meeting request to TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee was missed. Banerjee was being questioned by CID in Kolkata. This comes as a significant split hits the TMC. Around 20 MPs have announced their intention to merge with another party. They seek recognition as the 'real TMC'. The Speaker will hear both factions before deciding. ...Less

Former minister Manas Bhunia has resigned from the Trinamool Congress. This adds to the party's ongoing c ...More

Former minister Manas Bhunia has resigned from the Trinamool Congress. This adds to the party's ongoing crisis following its assembly poll defeat. Bhunia, a senior leader, quit all organisational posts. He stated he will continue to serve his constituency. Bhunia lost the recent assembly polls from Sabang. He had previously switched from Congress to TMC in 2016. ...Less

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shehzad Poonawalla alleges internal discord within the Trinamool Congress. ...More

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shehzad Poonawalla alleges internal discord within the Trinamool Congress. He claims many TMC MLAs and MPs are unhappy with the leadership of Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee. This comes after TMC leader Kirti Azad dismissed reports of a separate group of MPs supporting the NDA. Azad called the claims fake and stated Operation Lotus has failed. ...Less

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is reviewing a split within the Trinamool Congress. Twenty rebel MPs have merg ...More

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is reviewing a split within the Trinamool Congress. Twenty rebel MPs have merged with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. The Speaker will decide after hearing both sides. The TMC has called the move misleading and undemocratic. The rebel group claims to have met the two-thirds threshold for a merger. ...Less

Twenty Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha MPs have joined the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. This move by ...More

Twenty Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha MPs have joined the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. This move bypasses legal hurdles and allows them to maintain their parliamentary presence. The strategy aims to create political space outside Mamata Banerjee's control. The BJP benefits from parliamentary support without immediate organizational integration in West Bengal. ...Less

A breakaway faction of the Trinamool Congress, led by Ritabrata Bandopadhyay and claiming support from 64 ...More

A breakaway faction of the Trinamool Congress, led by Ritabrata Bandopadhyay and claiming support from 64 MLAs, has formed a new 30-member national working committee, appointing Arup Roy as chairperson. Bandopadhyay stated decisions will be collective. The group also plans to appoint a special auditor due to concerns over party accounts. Meanwhile, TMC spokesperson Kunal Ghosh dismissed the move as unconstitutional and a 'comedy show'. ...Less

A political storm is brewing in Kolkata as dissident Trinamool MLAs, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, have lodg ...More

A political storm is brewing in Kolkata as dissident Trinamool MLAs, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, have lodged a police complaint demanding a probe into the Rs 675 crore in the party's bank account, suspecting 'cut money' and extortion. This follows a letter from former treasurer Aroop Biswas seeking to freeze the account due to disputed authority. The developments come amid internal party reshuffles and legal challenges. ...Less

The Trinamool Congress is experiencing a significant internal rift. A group of Members of Parliament has ...More

The Trinamool Congress is experiencing a significant internal rift. A group of Members of Parliament has reportedly broken away and is seeking to join the BJP-led NDA. This development raises questions about the party's representation and identity. The situation is unfolding as Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee attend national meetings, highlighting internal divisions. ...Less

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. He requested that ...More

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. He requested that no separate group or faction of the party be recognized. Banerjee wants the Trinamool Congress to be treated as a single entity. The party wants an opportunity to be heard before any decision is made. ...Less

Trinamool Congress MLA Kunal Ghosh criticizes senior leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay for meeting Union Ministe ...More

Trinamool Congress MLA Kunal Ghosh criticizes senior leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay for meeting Union Minister Bhupender Yadav. Ghosh alleges Bandyopadhyay has weakened the party organization. The article highlights growing internal crisis within TMC with several MLAs and MPs rebelling. Rebel MPs are urged to resign their Lok Sabha seats won under the TMC symbol. ...Less

TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee has reshaped the party's leadership. New committees feature loyalists and old ...More

TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee has reshaped the party's leadership. New committees feature loyalists and old timers. This move follows a significant split and electoral setback. Abhishek Banerjee remains national general secretary. Chandrima Bhattacharya is the new state president. The reshuffle prioritizes tested loyalty over new faces amid internal turmoil. ...Less

Mamata Banerjee has filed an election petition at the Calcutta High Court. She is challenging the Bhabani ...More

Mamata Banerjee has filed an election petition at the Calcutta High Court. She is challenging the Bhabanipur assembly seat poll result. Suvendu Adhikari of the BJP defeated Banerjee in this seat. The counting of votes for the West Bengal assembly election took place on May 4. Adhikari became the first BJP chief minister of the state after the BJP's win. ...Less

Criminal Investigation Department teams searched the Trinamool Congress office at Mamata Banerjee's resid ...More

Criminal Investigation Department teams searched the Trinamool Congress office at Mamata Banerjee's residence and Abhishek Banerjee's office in connection with forged MLA signatures. Abhishek Banerjee moved the Calcutta High Court, citing his presence in New Delhi and his approach to the court as reasons for skipping CID summons. Trinamool leaders alleged political vendetta by the Chief Minister. ...Less

Rebel Trinamool Congress MLAs are showing signs of unease. They insist Mamata Banerjee must remain the su ...More

Rebel Trinamool Congress MLAs are showing signs of unease. They insist Mamata Banerjee must remain the supreme leader of the party. Some warn they may reconsider their position if she is reduced to an advisor. This internal debate highlights a contradiction in their rebellion, which was ostensibly against Abhishek Banerjee's influence but now questions Mamata Banerjee's future role. ...Less

Rahul Gandhi and Abhishek Banerjee held a meeting in Delhi. This comes amid efforts to strengthen the IND ...More

Rahul Gandhi and Abhishek Banerjee held a meeting in Delhi. This comes amid efforts to strengthen the INDIA bloc's coordination and unity. The meeting follows discussions between Mamata Banerjee and Sonia Gandhi. Opposition leaders emphasized greater coordination at a recent INDIA bloc meeting. Mamata Banerjee urged alliance partners to work together on public issues. ...Less

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has strongly condemned twenty rebel TMC MPs. He labelled them as traitor ...More

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has strongly condemned twenty rebel TMC MPs. He labelled them as traitors for joining the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. Azad questioned the legitimacy of this new political entity. He stated the TMC has informed the Lok Sabha Speaker about its stance. The party believes the real TMC belongs to Mamata Banerjee. ...Less

The Trinamool Congress faces an unprecedented challenge. Mamata Banerjee's absolute authority is question ...More

The Trinamool Congress faces an unprecedented challenge. Mamata Banerjee's absolute authority is questioned after losing power in West Bengal. A rebellion within the legislature party threatens control over party symbols and national standing. The party grapples with internal divisions and potential spillover into Parliament. The crisis tests the TMC's future and its founder's legacy. ...Less

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has filed an election petition in the Calcutta High Court. She i ...More

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has filed an election petition in the Calcutta High Court. She is challenging the assembly poll result for the Bhabanipur constituency. Banerjee lost the Bhabanipur seat to BJP's Suvendu Adhikari. She visited the high court registry to affirm the petition. The counting of votes for the West Bengal assembly elections was held on May 4. ...Less

TMC chief Mamata Banerjee has made significant changes within the party. Saayoni Ghosh was removed as you ...More

TMC chief Mamata Banerjee has made significant changes within the party. Saayoni Ghosh was removed as youth wing president and replaced by Arnab Banerjee. Mala Roy was replaced as women's wing president by Alifa Ahmed. These moves come as several TMC MPs are reportedly forming a breakaway faction. The party is facing internal challenges following recent electoral results. ...Less

Trinamool Congress MPs met in New Delhi to discuss a potential party breakaway. Sukhendu Sekhar Ray resig ...More

Trinamool Congress MPs met in New Delhi to discuss a potential party breakaway. Sukhendu Sekhar Ray resigned from the Rajya Sabha and the party, citing principles. This follows a separate group of 60 Trinamool MLAs forming in the West Bengal Assembly. Meanwhile, party leaders Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee attended an INDIA bloc meeting focused on unity and democratic values. ...Less

West Bengal Assembly Speaker recognised Ritabrata Banerjee as Leader of the Opposition. This move was bac ...More

West Bengal Assembly Speaker recognised Ritabrata Banerjee as Leader of the Opposition. This move was backed by 58 Trinamool MLAs. The new bloc also nominated Deputy Leaders and a Chief Whip. They have appealed to former CM Mamata Banerjee to serve as their chief adviser. The group stated they have no connection with Abhishek Banerjee. ...Less

Senior TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay met Union Minister Bhupender Yadav in Delhi. This meeting fuels specula ...More

Senior TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay met Union Minister Bhupender Yadav in Delhi. This meeting fuels speculation about Bandyopadhyay joining a dissident TMC group. Rebel MPs plan to meet the Lok Sabha Speaker to seek recognition as the 'real TMC'. A significant number of TMC MLAs have already broken away in the state Assembly. ...Less

The Calcutta High Court has refused an interim order regarding the appointment of Ritabrata Banerjee as L ...More

The Calcutta High Court has refused an interim order regarding the appointment of Ritabrata Banerjee as Leader of Opposition. TMC MLA Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay challenged the Speaker's decision. The court will hear the matter again on July 28. Respondents must file affidavits within three weeks. The breakaway group claims support from 58 TMC MLAs. ...Less

West Bengal's new Industry Minister Tapas Roy has prioritized bringing back Tata Motors to the state, aim ...More

West Bengal's new Industry Minister Tapas Roy has prioritized bringing back Tata Motors to the state, aiming to signal a pro-industry environment. He highlighted the departure of 6,688 industries under the previous regime and emphasized the government's commitment to making Bengal investor-friendly, citing Amul's Rs 650 crore investment as an early success. ...Less

Krishna Chakraborty, a Trinamool Congress leader, has resigned as the mayor of Bidhannagar Municipal Corp ...More

Krishna Chakraborty, a Trinamool Congress leader, has resigned as the mayor of Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation. She cited personal reasons for her decision after serving for 16 years. Chakraborty stated it was her personal choice and she wished to dedicate time to herself. She also expressed a desire to continue working as a councillor. ...Less

A rebellion within the Trinamool Congress is escalating. Dissident MPs plan to meet the Lok Sabha Speaker ...More

A rebellion within the Trinamool Congress is escalating. Dissident MPs plan to meet the Lok Sabha Speaker seeking recognition as the 'real Trinamool' parliamentary group. This move comes amid a significant organizational crisis for the party. The unfolding events could lead to a wider split, impacting party assets and control. ...Less

Addressing a press conference, Banerjee said, "It is a routine process. Whenever there is a special sessi ...More

Addressing a press conference, Banerjee said, "It is a routine process. Whenever there is a special session or any session, it must be apprised to the Election Commission of India and to the state body also. So that's a normal process. We have just followed what needs to be done... We are the Trinamool Congress. So, no question of claiming the party symbol arises." ...Less

Trinamool leader Abhishek Banerjee faced over five hours of questioning by the CID. This was in connectio ...More

Trinamool leader Abhishek Banerjee faced over five hours of questioning by the CID. This was in connection with alleged signature mismatches for the Leader of the Opposition selection. Later, CID officers served him a summons at his residence. This notice relates to accusations of inciting violence and threatening Union Home Minister Amit Shah during recent assembly polls. ...Less

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee has softened his stance towards nephew Abhishek Banerjee, calling him his son and ...More

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee has softened his stance towards nephew Abhishek Banerjee, calling him his son and emphasizing paternal forgiveness. This comes amid reports of internal party rifts and CID searches at Abhishek Banerjee's residence. The party denies any merger with Congress. Political turmoil intensifies with an FIR against Mamata Banerjee over alleged communal remarks. ...Less

TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee is actively working to stop more leaders from leaving her party. She is perso ...More

TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee is actively working to stop more leaders from leaving her party. She is personally contacting rebel legislators and senior leaders are trying to keep the party united. This comes after a significant split in the party's 28-year history. The efforts aim to mend divisions and retain party members. ...Less

TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee's early Delhi visit fuels speculation of a potential spl ...More

TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee's early Delhi visit fuels speculation of a potential split in the party's parliamentary ranks, mirroring the recent rebellion in the West Bengal Assembly. The move comes ahead of Mamata Banerjee's arrival for the INDIA bloc meeting, amid reports of efforts to engineer a similar rupture in Parliament. ...Less

A person lodged a complaint at the Netaji Nagar Police Station, alleging that Banerjee's comments at a pa ...More

A person lodged a complaint at the Netaji Nagar Police Station, alleging that Banerjee's comments at a party programme at the Metro Channel in Kolkata's Esplanade area on March 9 were "capable of promoting enmity between communities", he said. ...Less

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has accused the BJP of "Ram-droh" (treason against Lord Ram) over alleged ...More

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has accused the BJP of "Ram-droh" (treason against Lord Ram) over alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations, comparing it to historical temple lootings. He linked this to the alleged house arrest of UP Congress chief Ajay Rai, suggesting Rai was stopped from exposing corruption. ...Less

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has accused former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of disresp ...More

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has accused former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of disrespecting B R Ambedkar. A video purportedly shows her paying floral tributes to the Dalit icon while wearing footwear. The BJP claims this highlights the Trinamool Congress's alleged anti-Ambedkar stance and vote-bank politics. BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla shared a short video clip on X, and said "insulting" Ambedkar has become the identity of the Trinamool Congress. ...Less

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has removed a stay on an arrest warrant for Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek ...More

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has removed a stay on an arrest warrant for Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee. This decision follows a defamation case filed by Akash Vijayvargiya. The court dismissed Banerjee's petition, noting his absence during the hearing. The arrest warrant was issued by a Bhopal court. This development adds to Banerjee's existing legal challenges. ...Less

A Tripura court has summoned Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee. He must appear in person at the ...More

A Tripura court has summoned Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee. He must appear in person at the Khowai district court on June 22. The notice was served through a Kolkata court. A Bailiff delivered the summons to Kalighat Police Station. Trinamool legislator Kunal Ghosh received the notice on behalf of Banerjee. ...Less

The Calcutta High Court has not granted immediate relief to the Trinamool Congress regarding the Speaker' ...More

The Calcutta High Court has not granted immediate relief to the Trinamool Congress regarding the Speaker's decision. Expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee will continue as Leader of Opposition. The court has asked for responses from respondents. The case will be heard again on July 28. The TMC had nominated Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay for the post. ...Less

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is intensifying its protest demanding the Union Education Minister's resi ...More

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is intensifying its protest demanding the Union Education Minister's resignation over alleged NEET-UG paper leaks. They've launched a "diaper donation drive" at Jantar Mantar, urging supporters to write their demands on diapers. The party also alleges police attempted to shrink their protest space. Students and various student organizations are participating, vowing to continue until accountability is achieved. ...Less

Twenty-three political parties, including INDIA bloc members, AAP, and DMK, have jointly written to the C ...More

Twenty-three political parties, including INDIA bloc members, AAP, and DMK, have jointly written to the Chief Justice of India concerning the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process and other election-related matters. The opposition's move highlights their reliance on the judiciary when other avenues are exhausted, appealing to its conscience amidst concerns about democratic processes. This collaborative effort underscores a unified stance on electoral integrity. ...Less

West Bengal minister Tapas Roy stated the Trinamool Congress is facing a split. He cited internal contrad ...More

West Bengal minister Tapas Roy stated the Trinamool Congress is facing a split. He cited internal contradictions and leader dissatisfaction. Roy believes the party will fragment and disappear from the state. Senior TMC MLA Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay countered, asserting party unity and Mamata Banerjee's continued control. Expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee claimed the party was hijacked. ...Less

Following a recent meeting between Mamata Banerjee and Sonia Gandhi, her nephew Abhishek Banerjee met Rah ...More

Following a recent meeting between Mamata Banerjee and Sonia Gandhi, her nephew Abhishek Banerjee met Rahul Gandhi, signaling a potential shift in the TMC's stance towards the Congress and other opposition parties. This outreach, occurring amidst TMC defections to the BJP, has fueled speculation about a merger, though TMC leaders dismiss it. ...Less

Trinamool Congress MPs Kalyan Banerjee and Kirti Azad have responded to concerns about internal dissent. ...More

Trinamool Congress MPs Kalyan Banerjee and Kirti Azad have responded to concerns about internal dissent. They assert the party's strength lies with the people of Bengal and its workers. Azad criticized leaders questioning the party post-election, calling them traitors. He stated that those wishing to join the BJP are free to do so but should not use the TMC name. ...Less

Kolkata Municipal Corporation elections will be held by December this year. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhika ...More

Kolkata Municipal Corporation elections will be held by December this year. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari made the announcement. This follows the dissolution of the Trinamool Congress-controlled body. An administrator is currently in charge. Elected representatives will return through polls within the year. Services are considered emergency services. Elections will be conducted by the first week of December. ...Less

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari blamed the previous TMC administration for a deadly warehouse ...More

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari blamed the previous TMC administration for a deadly warehouse collapse, alleging corrupt approval of flawed designs. The tragedy claimed 11 lives, with the CM promising strict action and announcing compensation for victims. He highlighted alleged negligence by KMC officials and vowed a thorough audit of all construction plans sanctioned under the previous regime, emphasizing zero tolerance for corruption. ...Less

Jyoti Priya Mallick, a former West Bengal minister, has stepped down from all his positions within the TM ...More

Jyoti Priya Mallick, a former West Bengal minister, has stepped down from all his positions within the TMC. He cited severe health issues as the reason for his resignation. Mallick's decision follows a recent party reshuffle. He previously served as the state's food and supplies minister. ...Less

Trinamool Congress faces internal turmoil as Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev resigns, fueling speculation of ...More

Trinamool Congress faces internal turmoil as Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev resigns, fueling speculation of a BJP move. Rebel MPs are reportedly seeking separate seating and declaring support for the NDA. TMC leaders Kalyan Banerjee and Kirti Azad have strongly criticized these dissenting MPs, accusing them of lacking morality and aligning with the BJP. ...Less

Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee wants an INDIA bloc meeting soon. The gathering aims to unite o ...More

Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee wants an INDIA bloc meeting soon. The gathering aims to unite opposition parties against the BJP. However, Banerjee may also seek support for her party facing post-poll attacks in West Bengal. Allies like Congress, SP, and RJD are being urged to attend. Uncertainty surrounds participation from DMK, AAP, and the Left parties. ...Less

Trinamool leader Abhishek Banerjee appeared before the CID for questioning regarding alleged inflammatory ...More

Trinamool leader Abhishek Banerjee appeared before the CID for questioning regarding alleged inflammatory remarks. He also faced interrogation by the ED in a separate case. Meanwhile, a look-out notice has been issued for his personal assistant in connection with a soil theft FIR. The investigations are ongoing. ...Less

Trinamool Congress faces a significant leadership crisis. Senior leaders Goutam Deb and Jyoti Priya Malli ...More

Trinamool Congress faces a significant leadership crisis. Senior leaders Goutam Deb and Jyoti Priya Mallick have resigned from their posts. This follows a wave of resignations and an internal revolt within the party. The party is experiencing its deepest internal crisis in 28 years. These developments are impacting local governance and legislative control. ...Less

A significant split is unfolding within the Trinamool Congress. Rebel MPs have announced their merger wit ...More

A significant split is unfolding within the Trinamool Congress. Rebel MPs have announced their merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party. They met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to request separate seating arrangements in Parliament. This move signals a major challenge to Mamata Banerjee's leadership. The party's electoral symbol is also a point of contention. The situation is developing rapidly. ...Less

Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan accepted the resignation of TMC member Sukhendu Sekhar Ray. His se ...More

Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan accepted the resignation of TMC member Sukhendu Sekhar Ray. His seat from West Bengal is now vacant. Ray stated he resigned in principle from the party due to rampant corruption. This development follows a rebellion within the party's legislature wing in West Bengal. The resignation comes ahead of an INDIA bloc meeting. ...Less

Expelled TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee met the West Bengal Assembly Speaker. He submitted support letters fr ...More

Expelled TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee met the West Bengal Assembly Speaker. He submitted support letters from 58 MLAs. Dissident legislators proposed a new leadership for the legislature party. Banerjee was proposed as leader. The move signals a challenge to the current legislature party leadership. The lawmakers described Mamata Banerjee as their chairperson. ...Less

In a notable shift, EVM memory check applications were absent in four of the five recent assembly electio ...More

In a notable shift, EVM memory check applications were absent in four of the five recent assembly election states, a stark contrast to previous trends. Only Tamil Nadu saw a handful of such requests, while election petitions also remained minimal. This decline in EVM scrutiny suggests a potential shift in focus towards electoral roll revisions as the new battleground for political parties. ...Less

West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya on Monday reiterated the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s comm ...More

West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya on Monday reiterated the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s commitment to implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), saying it has remained part of the party's declared agenda since its inception and enjoys support from several sections of society, including minorities. ...Less

about the protest, Ghosh said, "Neither the public wants this, nor do the people in her party. That's why ...More

about the protest, Ghosh said, "Neither the public wants this, nor do the people in her party. That's why no one came with her... The people have given their mandate... The public has endured a lot..." ...Less

Documents from 2010 reveal the Centre's interpretation of 'citizen' under the RTI Act, including Indian p ...More

Documents from 2010 reveal the Centre's interpretation of 'citizen' under the RTI Act, including Indian passport holders abroad but excluding OCIs and PIOs. This resurfaces as the legal status of Indian passports, whether proof of citizenship or a travel document, is debated. The MEA clarified passports are travel documents, not conclusive proof of citizenship, sparking political controversy and calls for legislative changes. ...Less

Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday paid tribute at Bharat Ratna Dr BR Ambedkar's s ...More

Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday paid tribute at Bharat Ratna Dr BR Ambedkar's statue before launching a protest in Kolkata over attacks on party leaders, including her nephew and MP Abhishek Banerjee and Kalyan Banerjee. ...Less

A few kilometres away in Mumbai's western suburbs, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde was holding a separate rally i ...More

A few kilometres away in Mumbai's western suburbs, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde was holding a separate rally in Goregaon to mark the Shiv Sena's 60th foundation day. "Those who forget saffron (Hindutva) will never attain power. You hurt Balasaheb Thackeray when he was alive and even after his death by aligning with Congress, which he always hated. Congress had broken the party, and now you are praising them while attacking us," Shinde said. ...Less

The Trinamool Congress is facing internal challenges. Reports suggest a crumbling party structure and dis ...More

The Trinamool Congress is facing internal challenges. Reports suggest a crumbling party structure and dissident MLAs are raising concerns. Expelled leaders are openly criticizing party leadership and I-PAC. These developments are leading to speculation about the party's future stability. The situation is being compared to recent political shifts in other parties. ...Less

Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan accepted TMC MP Sushmita Dev's resignation. This marks another set ...More

Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan accepted TMC MP Sushmita Dev's resignation. This marks another setback for Mamata Banerjee's TMC. Dev cited a long story for her decision. Her exit follows Sukhendu Sekhar Ray's resignation. The party faces internal turmoil and speculation of a split. Dev joined TMC in 2021 after leaving Congress. ...Less

Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien has called reports of a party merger fake news. This comes amid s ...More

Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien has called reports of a party merger fake news. This comes amid speculation following recent meetings between Trinamool Congress and Congress leaders in New Delhi. Mamata Banerjee met Sonia Gandhi, and Abhishek Banerjee met Rahul Gandhi. Both parties state these interactions aim to strengthen opposition coordination and not discuss a merger. ...Less

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will hear both sides of the Trinamool Congress regarding a rebel faction's mer ...More

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will hear both sides of the Trinamool Congress regarding a rebel faction's merger request. This comes amid a standoff over a summons issued to Abhishek Banerjee. Banerjee was unable to attend a meeting due to an Enforcement Directorate interrogation. The Speaker will decide on the merger request after hearing all parties involved. ...Less

Trinamool supremo Mamata Banerjee met senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi. The meeting followed an INDIA ...More

Trinamool supremo Mamata Banerjee met senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi. The meeting followed an INDIA bloc gathering and Trinamool's recent election defeat. Discussions focused on future party strategies. This comes amid internal Trinamool dissent and a move by some members to align with the NDA. The leaders shared a warm greeting at the bloc meeting prior to this closed-door discussion. ...Less

A swift 13-day period saw a major split in the TMC party. An "accidental" meeting, signature forgery clai ...More

A swift 13-day period saw a major split in the TMC party. An "accidental" meeting, signature forgery claims, and resentment over Abhishek Banerjee's influence fueled the rebellion. 58 MLAs ultimately took control of the legislature wing, electing Ritabrata Banerjee as their leader. This marked the first significant rupture in the party's history. ...Less

Trinamool Congress faces internal turmoil as dissident MLAs, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, demand a police p ...More

Trinamool Congress faces internal turmoil as dissident MLAs, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, demand a police probe into party funds, reportedly ₹675 crore. This follows former treasurer Aroop Biswas's plea to freeze the party's Kolkata bank account. Jyotipriya Mallick resigned from party posts, and Siliguri Mayor Goutam Deb stepped down. Banerjee alleges funds might stem from corruption and seeks investigation into their source and potential misuse. ...Less

A significant political development is unfolding in West Bengal. Around 58 Trinamool Congress MLAs have s ...More

A significant political development is unfolding in West Bengal. Around 58 Trinamool Congress MLAs have submitted a letter to the Assembly Speaker. This move could shift control of the party's legislative wing. Ritabrata Banerjee has been elected as the leader of the legislative party by these MLAs. They have also proposed him for the Leader of the Opposition post. ...Less

Senior Trinamool Congress leader Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay stated most party MLAs will stay with Mamata Ban ...More

Senior Trinamool Congress leader Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay stated most party MLAs will stay with Mamata Banerjee. He alleged ruling party attempts to engineer defections and destabilize the opposition. Speculation of a breakaway faction led by expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee has intensified. Chattopadhyay maintained the party remains united and the old guard will retain control. ...Less

West Bengal Minister Gouri Shankar Ghosh has leveled serious corruption charges against the Trinamool Con ...More

West Bengal Minister Gouri Shankar Ghosh has leveled serious corruption charges against the Trinamool Congress. He alleges widespread scams and the illicit sale of government jobs involving TMC MPs and MLAs. Ghosh predicts central investigative agencies will soon hold top party leaders accountable. ...Less

A major split has rocked the Trinamool Congress. Twenty Lok Sabha MPs have joined the Nationalist Citizen ...More

A major split has rocked the Trinamool Congress. Twenty Lok Sabha MPs have joined the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. They will now support Prime Minister Narendra Modi's National Democratic Alliance. The rebel MPs have requested a separate sitting in Parliament. This move marks a significant political development. The party's internal conflict has intensified. ...Less

Talking to ET about the post-poll situation in West Bengal, Chowdhury said: "We are currently witnessing ...More

Talking to ET about the post-poll situation in West Bengal, Chowdhury said: "We are currently witnessing the tradition of post-poll, post-regime change, cycle of violence in West Bengal. This, unfortunately, is unique to West Bengal's electoral history. Post-poll violence had taken place when the Left Front took over from Congress and subsequently when TMC wrested power from the Left. The same trend has now returned as BJP overthrew the TMC regime. This can't be allowed to continue." ...Less

Union Minister Giriraj Singh echoed Prime Minister Modi's views on West Bengal's history, accusing Congre ...More

Union Minister Giriraj Singh echoed Prime Minister Modi's views on West Bengal's history, accusing Congress of appeasement politics post-Partition, which he claims prolonged the "wounds of 1946." Singh highlighted Syama Prasad Mukherjee's role in "saving Bengal" and alleged the TMC has "destroyed" the state through corruption. He suggested the BJP's arrival signifies a "second independence" for the people. ...Less

Kolkata's Trinamool Congress faces a financial crisis as three party accounts, holding approximately Rs 4 ...More

Kolkata's Trinamool Congress faces a financial crisis as three party accounts, holding approximately Rs 440 crore, have been frozen. Rebel MLAs lodged complaints with cyber crime police, questioning the source of these funds and demanding a probe into alleged illegal activities. This move escalates the internal power struggle within the party, with factions led by Aroop Biswas and Ritabrata Banerjee vying for control. ...Less

Opposition leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has demanded answers from Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrab ...More

Opposition leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has demanded answers from Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu regarding the fate of Gade Sai Krishna, allegedly tortured to death by police. The state government has initiated a high-level probe into the custodial death allegations, with a senior IPS officer appointed to investigate. ...Less

A devastating under-construction godown collapse in Kolkata's Taratala area has claimed nine lives and in ...More

A devastating under-construction godown collapse in Kolkata's Taratala area has claimed nine lives and injured 20. Rescue operations are underway with the Army, NDRF, and police working tirelessly to free those trapped. Authorities have arrested five individuals for questioning, including the site supervisor and labor contractors. The Chief Minister has ordered a halt to all ongoing construction projects. ...Less

Police conducted a pre-dawn raid at Abhishek Banerjee's Kolkata residence. The operation, involving centr ...More

Police conducted a pre-dawn raid at Abhishek Banerjee's Kolkata residence. The operation, involving central forces, was linked to a case filed in Paschim Medinipur district. This development follows recent questioning of Banerjee by the West Bengal CID. The raid lasted for several hours, with police entering the premises. Banerjee alleged that a lock was broken to gain entry. ...Less

Suvendu Adhikari, West Bengal Chief Minister, stated the BJP plans to bring the Tata Group back to the st ...More

Suvendu Adhikari, West Bengal Chief Minister, stated the BJP plans to bring the Tata Group back to the state. This comes after the Tata Motors Nano project's departure from Singur in 2008. The move aims to revive industrialisation and investment discussions in West Bengal. The BJP's commitment signals a potential return for significant industrial ventures. ...Less

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee appeared for a second round of questioning by the CID in Kolkata in the sign ...More

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee appeared for a second round of questioning by the CID in Kolkata in the signature forgery case. The probe concerns alleged forgery of MLA signatures for the Leader of Opposition appointment. Another TMC MLA, Kunal Ghosh, was also questioned. Investigators are cross-checking statements and may conduct a face-to-face interrogation. ...Less

Trinamool Congress expelled MLAs Ritabarata Bandopadhyay and Sandipan Saha. This action follows allegatio ...More

Trinamool Congress expelled MLAs Ritabarata Bandopadhyay and Sandipan Saha. This action follows allegations of forging signatures for party nominees. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated that the CID is investigating the matter. Some MLAs have reportedly confessed to not signing the resolution. Strict action is promised against those involved in the forgery. ...Less

Trinamool Congress faces internal turmoil as MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar claims 20 MPs have written to the L ...More

Trinamool Congress faces internal turmoil as MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar claims 20 MPs have written to the Lok Sabha Speaker seeking alignment with the NDA. This follows a closed-door meeting where MPs reportedly voiced dissatisfaction with party leadership and electoral defeat assessment, fueling speculation of a split. ...Less

Trinamool MP Kunal Ghosh was also quizzed by the CID in the same case. He reached the CID office at aroun ...More

Trinamool MP Kunal Ghosh was also quizzed by the CID in the same case. He reached the CID office at around 3.30 pm and left at around 7.15 pm. Ghosh said, "I replied to their questions and cooperated in the probe. I was made to sit face to face with Abhishek Banerjee." After leaving the CID office, Ghosh went to former CM Mamata Banerjee's residence. ...Less