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Mamata threatens economic blockade of educational institutions if Governor continues to ‘interfere’

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee threatens economic blockade of higher edu. institutions if Governor continues to interfere. She finds the developments "heart wrenching" & alleges Governor is holding back Bills passed by State Assembly. Calcutta HC ruled no illegality in Governor's orders.

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Govt using central agencies to target businessmen, says Mamata

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday said that central agencies are harassing businessmen across the country. She advised businesmen not to cower in fear but approach the courts.

The Hindu

Sanatana row | Congress says Sarva Dharma Sambhava is the party’s position, Kamal Nath is categorical in rejecting Udhayanidhi Stalin’s comment

Congress says Sarva Dharma Sambhava is our ideology; BJP accused us of insulting Sanatana Dharma. INDIA allies, CM Mamata Banerjee, and Priyank Kharge support DMK leader's comments, while CPI's Raja calls out RSS-BJP.

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INDIA bloc resolves to hold seat-sharing talks

Mumbai summit of Opposition INDIA bloc resolves to start seat-sharing talks immediately”; but sources said the meeting also witnessed differences over caste census

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Nitish Kumar predicts early Lok Sabha polls, stresses Opposition unity

Mamata Banerjee on Monday said that she was apprehensive that the Lok Sabha elections could be held in December this year, or in January.

The Hindu

Abhishek Banerjee accuses ED of ‘framing him with false evidence’

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee claims ED planted false evidence in computers during raids. He asserted no threats would make him bow to Delhi's powers. He accused those engaging in media trials of not believing in due process or having patience for it. He vowed to fight with head held high…

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BJP may go for Lok Sabha polls in December 2023, says Mamata

Mamata Banerjee warns of "autocratic" rule if BJP wins third term. She claims BJP has booked all choppers for campaigning, and that illegal firecracker factory blasts are due to "unlawful activities" with police support. She urges those in firecracker industry to produce green firecrackers, and accuses Governor of unconstitutional activities.…

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BJP demands NIA probe into blast at Bengal’s illegal firecracker unit

BJP's Suvendu Adhikari demanded NIA probe into blast at illegal firecracker factory in North 24 Parganas district, which killed nine. He also filed a PIL in Calcutta High Court and demanded CM's resignation. He alleged that local police knew about the factory but took no action. He also claimed that…

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Congress-backed CPI(M) candidate to face Trinamool in Dhupguri bypoll

CPI(M) & Congress to hold joint rally in Dhupguri, West Bengal on Sept 1, to oppose BJP & RSS. CPI-M to field candidate against TMC in bypoll.

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Mizoram bridge collapse leaves Malda residents in grief

Malda families distraught over collapse of bridge in Mizoram; political slugfest erupts over migrant workers' deaths. CM Mamata Banerjee demands job for kin of victims; Oppn leader Suvendu Adhikari blames lack of job opportunities in WB. State Cong pres Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury visits families, assures help. 300 people died in…

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Jadavpur University student death | After TMC, BJP tries to score political points

BJP leadership has been holding rallies outside Jadavpur University protesting against the death of a first-year student of the university. Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari visited the residence of the deceased student and spoke to his parents on August 18. The BJP leader said that parents should approach Courts for…

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Let's rise above divisions for better, brighter INDIA: Mamata Banerjee

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on August 15 called for rising above divisions, casting aside differences, for a better and brighter INDIA.

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Independence Day speech by Modi this year will be his last as PM, says Mamata

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee predicts PM Modi's Independence Day speech will be his last. She urges people to support Opposition to decimate BJP in Lok Sabha election. Ms. Banerjee criticizes BJP on demonetisation and Rafale aircraft purchase.

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Opposition silent on Rajasthan, Bengal, Chhattisgarh incidents, but is talking about Manipur: BJP MP Locket Chatterjee

Reacting to the opposition’s no-confidence motion against the PM Modi government and their demand that the Prime Minister should speak on the Manipur issue, BJP MP Locket Chatterjee said that the same opposition is silent on the Rajasthan, West Bengal and Chhattisgarh incidents but is talking about Manipur. Read further…

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Governor overstepping his jurisdiction, should approve bills appointing CM as Chancellor says Mamata

CM Mamata Banerjee accuses Governor of overstepping constitutional jurisdiction, urges him to sign Bill replacing her as Chancellor of universities. She also speaks of three language policy, initiatives for tribal communities & demand for ST status by Kurmi community.

The Hindu

Court stays Visva Bharati University’s eviction notice to Amartya Sen

The matter will come up for hearing again on September 16, and till then there will be stay on the eviction notice.

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Morning Digest | Rajya Sabha passes Delhi Services Bill; Home Ministry seeks eighth extension to frame CAA rules, and more

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Bengal Panchayat Election | Adhir writes to Mamata seeking intervention over ’abduction’ of elected Opposition candidates

Congress president Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury requests West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to intervene in intimidation and abduction of Opposition candidates prior to formation of three-tier panchayat boards. He alleges use of police and goons to force candidates to accept TMC membership

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Former West Bengal CM Buddhadeb Bhattacharya clinically stable

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharya’s health condition has improved and he is “clinically stable”, a senior doctor at the hospital, where he is being treated, said.

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BJP attempting to hack EVMs for 2024 elections, Mamata alleges

CM Mamata Banerjee alleges BJP attempting to hack EVMs for 2024 LS polls. INDIA alliance to discuss issue at next meeting. Banerjee claims Oppn bloc will save country from disaster, communal tension & unemployment if it wins 2024 LS polls. BJP spokesperson says CM making statements due to fear of…

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Governor is interfering in the functioning of the State government: Mamata

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accuses Governor C.V. Ananda Bose of interfering in the functioning of the State’s administration.

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Set your house in order, BJP tells Mamata Banerjee over her comments on Centre’s ‘increasing debt’

NEW DELHI: The BJP on Wednesday asked West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee to pay attention to her state’s increasing debt burden instead of commenting on the Centre.

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West Bengal Government to launch a scheme to provide 100 days work

A 100 days of work under the MGNREGA has remained one of the key schemes implemented through the panchayats in the State.

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INDIA alliance will take power at Centre and restore order in Manipur: Mamata

The BJP MLAs who participated in the debate opposed the motion which was tabled by Trinamool Congress members including Minister Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay.

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Ex-West Bengal CM Buddhadeb remains critical

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharya remained critical on July 31 as he continued to be on mechanical ventilation, doctors treating him said.

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