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Hafta letters: Questions for PM, 2029 elections, digital media’s reach

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Mamata Banerjee meets Sonia Gandhi amid rebellion in Trinamool Congress

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…

The Economic Times

TMC's 'dissident' MPs Dev, Maliah attend Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari's administrative meeting

TMC dissident MPs June Maliah and Deepak Adhikari attended a West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari administrative meeting. This follows a split in the TMC parliamentary unit. Keshpur MLA Siuli Saha also attended the meeting. Opposition representatives attending such meetings signals real change. The state government will focus on flood…

The Economic Times

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Poaching fears for Rajya Sabha polls: MP Congress to move MLAs to Karnataka

Madhya Pradesh Congress leaders allege BJP poaching attempts before Rajya Sabha elections. The party is moving its MLAs to Congress-ruled Karnataka. This move aims to prevent cross-voting and maintain camp unity. The BJP has fielded three candidates for three seats. The Congress is confident of securing one seat. This situation…

The Economic Times

Studds Accessories shares rally 17% after BJP-led govt takes this step in West Bengal

Studds Accessories shares rose sharply on Tuesday after stricter enforcement of helmet rules by West Bengal's newly elected BJP government triggered a sharp jump in helmet demand. The company reported record 70% volume growth in the state in May, driven largely by first-time buyers in smaller towns and rural areas.

The Economic Times

'You have ED, CBI, I have 'Maa, Maati, Maanush', my party': TMC's Kalyan Banerjee trains guns at BJP

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…

The Economic Times

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut challenges PM Modi to hold press conference

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut has challenged PM Narendra Modi to a press conference. Raut wants the Prime Minister to detail his 12 years in office. He stated that Modi cannot match the work done by former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Raut also commented on the INDIA bloc's potential Prime…

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"Party is slipping out of her hands": BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla claims 60 TMC MLAs, distancing themselves from Mamata Banerjee

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…

The Economic Times

What happened at the INDIA bloc meeting? Pushback against Congress, conciliatory end

The meeting of the INDIA bloc in New Delhi, on Monday, June 8, saw criticism of the Congress from several regional parties, introspection on the alliance’s functioning, and a decision to form a coordination committee and meet once every two months.

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'Fake and fabricated': TMC leader Kirti Azad dismisses claim of 20 rebel TMC MPs extending support to NDA

All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) leader Kirti Azad on Tuesday dismissed a viral social media post claiming that a "separate group" of 20 TMC Members of Parliament is set to extend support to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), calling it a "fake and fabricated" list floated by the Bharatiya Janata…

The Economic Times

P Rajavelu, VP Sivakolundhu, GNS Rajasekaran appointed as Ministers in Puducherry cabinet

The Union Home Ministry has approved the expansion of the Puducherry Council of Ministers. Three MLAs, P Rajavelu, VP Sivakolundhu, and GNS Rajasekaran, will be inducted into the cabinet. This follows a proposal sent by Chief Minister N Rangasamy. The approval paves the way for the swearing-in ceremony of the…

The Economic Times

Bengal govt transfers 179 IPS and WBPS officers in biggest reshuffle after BJP took over

West Bengal government has transferred 179 IPS and WBPS officers in a significant reshuffle. Key appointments include new IGPs for STF and Intelligence Branch, along with changes in Kolkata Police leadership. The exercise also saw new police commissioners appointed in Siliguri and SPs in Diamond Harbour and Purulia.

The Economic Times

TMC turmoil reaches Parliament as 20 MPs 'desire' to ally with BJP-led NDA

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.

The Economic Times

Sukhendu's exit deepens TMC unrest, rebel leader Ritabrata claims more MPs set to break ranks

Rebel TMC leader Ritabrata Banerjee views Sukhendu Shekhar Ray's resignation as a significant protest. He believes more party parliamentarians will publicly oppose the leadership. This comes as dissident TMC MPs reportedly met with a Union minister. Banerjee criticizes the party's internal functioning and favouritism. The TMC faces a volatile phase…

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INDIA bloc meeting: Opposition leaders seek unity, deliberate to redraw strategy

INDIA bloc leaders convened in New Delhi to reinforce unity and strategize against the ruling party. Discussions focused on protecting democratic principles and tackling economic challenges. The meeting aimed to bridge internal differences following recent electoral outcomes. Leaders emphasized collective decision-making to confront national issues. This gathering signals a renewed…

The Economic Times

Cockroach Janata Party is BJP's C team: Suspended Bareilly city magistrate Alankar Agnihotri

Suspended official Alankar Agnihotri labelled the Cockroach Janata Party the BJP's 'C team'. He also raised concerns about missing funds from Ram Temple donations. Agnihotri supported questioning of police encounters, citing the Brahmin community's experience. He indicated his Morcha might contest 270 seats in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.

The Economic Times

'Not upset over being denied Rajya Sabha poll nomination; I'm kabaddi player, not chess player': Chhagan Bhujbal

Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal clarifies he is not upset about missing a Rajya Sabha nomination. He likens himself to a kabaddi player, not a chess player, suggesting his opportunity will arrive later. Bhujbal expressed his desire for a parliamentary seat, noting his son's potential ministerial role. He mentioned discussions with…

The Economic Times

Congress' Meenakshi Natarajan files nomination for RS poll, hits out at BJP over 3rd candidate

Congress nominee Meenakshi Natarajan has filed her nomination for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Madhya Pradesh. She stated the election is a contest between Gandhian principles and the BJP's divisive politics. The BJP has fielded Mahesh Kewat for the third seat, a move the Congress claims is an attempt…

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TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray resigns from party, steps down as Rajya Sabha member

Veteran TMC Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Shekhar Ray has resigned from the party and his parliamentary seat. He cited rampant corruption and internal isolation as reasons for his departure. This move follows recent unrest in the party's West Bengal legislature wing. Ray's resignation weakens the TMC's presence in the Rajya…

The Economic Times

INDIA bloc only a figment of imagination, lacks conviction on ground: BJP

The Bharatiya Janata Party has labelled the opposition INDIA bloc a mere imagination. The alliance faces internal conflicts and disagreements among its constituent parties. Leaders are set to meet to strategize against the BJP. However, the BJP asserts the bloc lacks real conviction and a common purpose, highlighting divisions.

The Economic Times

4,800 illegal immigrants sent to Bangladesh from Bengal's border districts, says Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated that 4,800 illegal immigrants have been sent to Bangladesh. He also detailed efforts to secure the India-Bangladesh border and outlined new welfare initiatives for women and healthcare improvements. The government is also implementing the Ayushman Bharat scheme and plans to announce further benefits…

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What BJP Said About CJP's Delhi Protest Sparked a Huge Debate

A few months ago, almost nobody had heard of the Cockroach Janta Party. Today, it is making headlines, attracting millions of followers online, and organizing protests in the heart of India's capital. What started as a satirical social media movement has suddenly found itself at the center of a national…

The Economic Times

West Bengal charging electronics production

While the new BJP regime has begun identifying land parcels in the state for greenfield investments, establishing a land bank is a more time-consuming process, they said. "Instead, the state is keen to get the Centre's help in securing funds and anchor investments at the existing locations. Measuring about 70…

The Guardian - UK

‘What if all cockroaches came together?’ The youth movement threatening to shake up India’s politics

Cockroach Janta party began as online joke but is growing into one of the most unexpected challenges to country’s rightwing government

The Economic Times

INDIA bloc meeting to convene tomorrow with 23 parties; Congress says 'Janbandhan united' as DMK opts out

The INDIA bloc prepares for a key meeting amid internal disagreements. While some parties are absent, leaders assert unity against government policies. Key allies like DMK and CPI(M) express concerns over Congress actions. The Trinamool Congress also faces internal challenges.

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