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West Bengal SIR: SC directs EC to submit data on pendency of appeals before appellate tribunals

The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to submit data on pending electoral roll appeals. Tribunals must adjudicate these appeals in a time-bound manner, the court stated. The poll panel must explain steps taken to streamline appeal disposal processes. Additional tribunals may be constituted if required to expedite the…

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'BJP had no role': West Bengal Minister Arjun Singh amid row over alleged attack on Mamata Banerjee's convoy

West Bengal Transport Minister Arjun Singh said the BJP had no role in the alleged attack on former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s convoy, claiming protesters acted over alleged demolition and looting of their homes. BJP leaders condemned the stone-pelting, while TMC leaders called it a targeted attack and accused BJP…

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Mamata faces protest, mud, and ‘chor’ slogans during visit to family of deceased TMC worker

Mamata Banerjee faced significant protests while heading to comfort the family of a TMC worker who had passed away in North 24 Parganas. During her journey, protesters surrounded her vehicle, chanting slogans and allegedly covering it in mud. Banerjee criticized the police for their insufficient security measures at the scene…

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Congress to send AICC observers across Bengal to review party organisation

The Congress high command is strengthening its organizational focus in West Bengal. AICC observers will soon visit all organizational districts to assess the grassroots structure. Their reports will guide the appointment of district Congress presidents, ensuring transparency. This exercise reflects the central leadership's importance attached to West Bengal's political landscape.…

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Had 'Didi' not driven out of party, Cong would not have been in such a situation: Kalyan to Priyanka

Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee spoke with Priyanka Gandhi outside Parliament. He stated that Mamata Banerjee's 1997 expulsion from Congress caused its decline. Gandhi recalled Rajiv Gandhi's respect for Mamata Banerjee then. Banerjee countered that Congress allied with CPI-M, opposing Mamata Banerjee's stance. He noted Congress's diminished presence and power…

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Cal HC adjourns hearing till July 30 on Abhishek Banerjee's petition against eight FIRs

The Calcutta High Court adjourned Abhishek Banerjee's plea for protection from coercive action. Hearing on eight FIRs against the TMC MP will now take place on July 30. The court stated that Suvendu Adhikari cannot be cited as an example. Banerjee's lawyer sought protection in multiple cases across West Bengal.…

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Parliament deadlock continues; Opposition to meet over strategy

Opposition floor leaders will meet to strategize their joint parliamentary approach. Parliament remains stalled as the opposition demands a minister's resignation. They also insist on discussing the NEET-UG paper leak under a specific rule. The government is ready for debate but opposes new conditions. Meanwhile, a TMC leader criticized his…

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Lok Sabha suspends TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee; chair says remarks against women MPs hurt 'dignity of the House'

Lok Sabha suspended TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee for the session. He used unsavoury language against women members during a heated exchange. Presiding officer Krishna Prasad Tenneti announced the decision after complaints. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal moved the motion for his suspension. The Lok Sabha was later adjourned amid opposition…

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Kalyan Banerjee clashes with ex-TMC MPs in Lok Sabha

TMC leader Kalyan Banerjee had a heated exchange with NCPI MPs in the Lok Sabha. This incident occurred after the House was adjourned due to opposition uproar on Wednesday. Mitali Bagh, Shatabdi Roy, and Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar were among the NCPI members involved. Some opposition members intervened to calm the…

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"Who will you listen to, if not students?": TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee asks PM Modi; backs students' protest

Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee backed students protesting at Jantar Mantar. He stated the central government must listen to student concerns and their demands. Banerjee criticised police action against the Cockroach Janata Party protest on July 20. Opposition MPs also protested outside Parliament demanding the Education Minister's resignation. These actions…

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Kalyan Banerjee leaves TMC rally after 'long' speech amid reports of exchange with Mamata

Senior TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee departed a rally after his lengthy speech. He reportedly exceeded his allotted speaking time, causing displeasure among party leaders. Sources claim Mamata Banerjee gestured for him to conclude his address. Kalyan Banerjee denied any altercation, citing other engagements as his reason for leaving. The delay…

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Abhishek Banerjee dares TMC rebels to return to Mamata, says will resign within an hour if they come back

Amid a deepening split in the Trinamool Congress after its assembly election defeat, Abhishek Banerjee challenged dissident leaders to return to Mamata Banerjee, vowing to resign from his party post within an hour if they did. The offer drew sharp reactions from both TMC loyalists and rebels as the party's…

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'Number of MPs, MLAs defecting to BJP presents dirty picture of Bengal's political culture': TMC's Kalyan Banerjee

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee accused the BJP of new tactics to boost parliamentary strength. He alleged the BJP manipulates Rajya Sabha elections through timed resignations and defections. Koel Mallick's resignation and expected BJP induction were highlighted as a strategic move. Banerjee criticized defections, calling them a dirty picture of West…

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HC: Mamata Banerjee-led TMC faction suggests shifting its Martyrs' day rally to road near Birla Planetarium

The Trinamool Congress faction proposed alternative sites for their July 21 rally. They suggested Birla Planetarium or Metro channel as new locations. The court questioned why another rally could not be permitted nearby. The police are open to granting permission at a different venue. The hearing was adjourned for the…

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TMC submits response to EC, rejects rebel faction's claim as 'fraudulent'

The Trinamool Congress, led by Mamata Banerjee, has formally responded to the Election Commission, refuting claims by a rival faction regarding party leadership. The TMC asserts its organizational committees are valid until 2027, citing constitutional amendments that extended their tenure. They argue the rebel group's actions, including a recent "special…

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TMC vs TMC: Security forces deployed as Ritabrata faction takes over Kolkata party headquarters; Mamata loyalists cry foul

The internal conflict in the Trinamool Congress escalated Friday after heavy CRPF and Kolkata Police deployment outside the party's Metropolitan state office. The lockdown followed claims that a rebel group led by Leader of the Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee had taken control of the headquarters. The move came a day after…

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'Abhishek Banerjee is like my son, duty of father to forgive': Kalyan Banerjee strike reconciliatory note

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…

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6 ‘triggers’ and ‘pressures’ outside: The anatomy of Mamata camp’s collapse

Mamata Banerjee is running out of time. Almost two-thirds of the Trinamool Congress’s 28 Lok Sabha MPs have come together to form a separate bloc and support the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).

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'Choose between me and Abhishek Banerjee': Kalyan Banerjee quits as TMC MP's counsel in HC case

Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee stepped aside from a Calcutta High Court case involving Abhishek Banerjee. Banerjee cited a lack of communication regarding case filings. He also criticized Abhishek Banerjee for arrogance and disrespect towards senior party members. The development follows a CID investigation and Abhishek Banerjee receiving interim protection…

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Calcutta HC directs Abhishek Banerjee to appear before CID by 6 pm in signature forgery case

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee must appear before the state CID by 6 pm today. The Calcutta High Court granted him interim protection from coercive action for three weeks. The probe concerns alleged forgery of signatures of two party MLAs. Banerjee's counsel informed the court about his arrival in Kolkata.…

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TMC rebel leaders list: From Sushmita Dev to others, check leaders deserting Mamata Banerjee's party after poll blow

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…

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Two factions, two directions: TMC rebels face unprecedented political divide

The TMC is experiencing a significant split. A majority of its MLAs have formed a breakaway faction, vowing constructive opposition against the BJP in West Bengal. Simultaneously, a section of its Lok Sabha MPs have pledged allegiance to the BJP-led NDA. This creates an ideological incoherence within the party.

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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…

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Sukhendu Sekhar Ray hits out at TMC after resignation, cites RG Kar case, corruption concerns as 'turning point'

Former Trinamool Congress MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray has resigned from the Rajya Sabha and the party. He stated his decision was guided by inner conscience and a series of incidents. Ray cited major governance failures and scandals as reasons for his exit. He also alleged widespread corruption within the party.…

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'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…

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