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Sandeshkhali: Setback to TMC, Calcutta High Court orders removal of prohibitory orders in Basirhat amid BJP agitation

In a major setback to the West Bengal government, the Calcutta High Court ordered the removal of prohibitory orders that were imposed under Section 144

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Suvendu Adhikari among six BJP MLAs suspended from Bengal Assembly

Six BJP MLAs, including Suvendu Adhikari, suspended from West Bengal Assembly for protesting and demanding statement on Sandeshkhali issue.

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Nine members did not speak up in outgoing Lok Sabha

Two of India’s most voluble film stars, Sunny Deol and Shatrughan Sinha, who have made a name for themselves with a high-octane dialogue delivery, did not utter a single word in the outgoing Lok Sabha

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Bengal Governor arrives in Sandeshkhali, women allege molestation by Trinamool leaders

Unrest in Sandeshkhali as women accuse Trinamool Congress members of molestation; Governor promises action and police set up committee.

The Hindu

West Bengal Governor to visit violence-torn Sandeshkhali

West Bengal Governor cuts short Kerala trip to visit violence-torn Sandeshkhali, demands report on violence from State government.

The Hindu

Mamata skips Delhi visit over State Budget preparations

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee cancels meeting on 'One Nation One Election' due to State Budget engagements.

The Hindu

Mamata Banerjee in danger of losing ‘honest’ image as Trinamool Congress struggles to shake off taint of corruption

With Ministers, MLAs, and key leaders of the ruling party in West Bengal behind bars for their alleged complicity in a string of scams, battling allegations of corruption has emerged as the biggest challenge for the CM in her third term

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West Bengal ration scam | ED team raiding Trinamool leader’s residence attacked

West Bengal ration scam: ED officers & media attacked in West Bengal’s Sandeshkhali during raid on Trinamool Congress leader’s residence.

The Hindu

Ram temple, CAA set to be West Bengal BJP’s poll plank for General Election

BJP's West Bengal unit focuses on Ram temple & CAA for upcoming Lok Sabha election, launching outreach campaign & door-to-door visits. TMC opposes CAA, but respects Ram.

The Hindu

Factionalism to the fore on Trinamool’s foundation day

Trinamool Congress' 27th foundation day sparks factionalism, with Abhishek Banerjee's participation in Lok Sabha election being questioned.

The Hindu

Amit Shah, Nadda set up monitoring team for Lok Sabha election in Bengal

Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP president J.P. Nadda arrive in Kolkata to set up election monitoring team and discuss strategy for upcoming Lok Sabha election.

The Hindu

Thousands participate in Gita chanting in Kolkata

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the event. “It is pleasing to hear about ‘Lokkho Kanthe Gita Path’… The initiative aimed at the recitation of the Gita by one lakh people is truly laudable,” he said on social media.

The Hindu

Suvendu visits State Secretariat to ‘expose Mamata’s claims’ on Central fund release

“Why is the Chief Minister of West Bengal raking up the issue of cooperative federalism in New Delhi?” Mr. Adhikari said.

The Hindu

Parliament security breach | Accused has links with Trinamool, claims BJP

West Bengal BJP alleges association between ruling TMC MLA Tapas Roy and accused in Parliament security breach case Lalit Jha.

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Trinamool, BJP clash over NCRB report calling Kolkata the safest city

The recent report of National Crime Research Bureau (NCRB) which had figures to show that Kolkata has registered lowest crime against women has emerged as a subject of debate between the Trinamool Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

The Hindu

National anthem case: Calcutta High Court offers relief to BJP MLAs

BJP MLAs issued notices by Kolkata Police for alleged disrespect of national anthem in Assembly. Calcutta HC grants interim stay on notices till Dec 7. Complaint filed by Assembly official.

The Hindu

After FIRs, Bengal BJP MLAs attempt to clean Ambedkar statue in Assembly

A day after FIRs were registered against BJP MLAs for alleged disrespect to national anthem, the party’s legislators sparked a fresh controversy

The Hindu

Trinamool, BJP legislators come face to face in Assembly with slogans and barbs

TMC & BJP MLAs clashed in West Bengal Assembly premises over MGNREGA funds. CM Mamata Banerjee & Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari led their respective parties in the protest. Adhikari called Mamata ‘chor’ & both sides shouted slogans at each other. Assembly passed bill to increase MLAs' salaries. TMC rebutted…

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Suvendu Adhikari suspended from West Bengal Assembly

BJP MLA Suvendu Adhikari suspended from West Bengal Assembly for making "objectionable remarks" against Speaker. TMC MLAs held protests near statue of B.R. Ambedkar against Centre's delay in releasing MGNREGA wages. BJP MLAs walked out of House in protest and submitted notice for no-confidence motion against Speaker.

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Ministry of Education reaches out to CBI for investigation into West Bengal mid-day meal irregularities

Union Ministry of Education approaches CBI to investigate alleged irregularities in mid-day meal scheme in West Bengal. Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari had written to Union Minister in Jan. '2023. West Bengal Education Minister Bratya Basu denies ₹100 crore loss. TMC spokesperson Kunal Ghosh says people will give fitting reply…

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Trinamool, BJP leaders reach out to supporters of other parties

This is not the first time that the BJP leader has called supporters of other political parties to rally with the BJP in West Bengal.

The Hindu

Tajpur port not feasible; Mamata-Adani played along, alleges Suvendu Adhikari

Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari alleges West Bengal govt. & Adani Group knew Tajpur port not feasible, but played along. Adani Power Ltd. had to pass electricity-bearing cables through WB, but farmers objected.

The Hindu

ISF leader Nawshad keen to contest from Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha seat

ISF MLA Nawshad Siddique may contest from Diamond Harbour in upcoming Lok Sabha polls, triggering speculation. Congress President Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said he will face a tough contest in the minority-dominated constituency. Suvendu Adhikari said he will field someone else to defeat Abhishek Banerjee. Kunal Ghosh of Trinamool Congress challenged…

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West Bengal: LoP Suvendu Adhikari writes to governor on TMC leader Akhil Giri's 'scandalous' remarks

KOLKATA/KANTHI: Leader of opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Monday wrote to governor C V Ananda Bose, urging strong action against minister of state for correctional homes Akhil Giri for “badmouthing” persons holding high constitutional offices, including the President.

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West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee’s ‘wrong treatment at hospital’ remarks sparks political row

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s remarks that her infection had become “septic” because of wrong treatment has triggered a political row with leaders of Opposition parties raising questions on the medical infrastructure of the State government.

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