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Mamata Banerjee insulted B R Ambedkar by paying tributes to him while wearing slippers: BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla

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…

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TMC crisis deepens as Mamata loyalists attend BJP-led review meeting

TMC leaders attended Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's administrative meeting. This happened amid the opposition party's internal revolt. Rebel MLAs backed expelled legislator Ritabrata Banerjee as their new leader. They submitted letters of support to the Assembly Speaker. This development signals a potential split in the party's legislative wing. The situation…

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'Official' Trinamool rejects rebel MLAs' move to back expelled leader Ritabrata for LoP post

A political rift has emerged within the Trinamool Congress legislative party. A group of dissident MLAs has backed expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee for the post of Leader of Opposition. This move challenges the party's official decision to appoint Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay. The development has created a split within the legislative party,…

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TMC dissolves West Bengal units, launches overhaul after poll drubbing

The Trinamool Congress has dissolved all its party committees in West Bengal. This move follows their defeat in the state assembly election. The party will now conduct a thorough review to identify reasons for the loss. New appointments and a restructured organisation will be announced soon. This significant change aims…

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Signature forgery case: Cal HC permits Abhishek Banerjee to file plea seeking protection from coercive action

The Calcutta High Court has allowed TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee to file a petition. He seeks protection from the state CID's actions. The CID is investigating alleged forgery of TMC MLAs' signatures. This relates to appointing Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay as leader of opposition. The matter is expected to be heard soon.

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TMC rebels back expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee as legislature party leader in Bengal

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…

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Dilip Ghosh slams Mamata Banerjee's protest, says 'neither public nor party wants this'

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..."

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Will not abandon TMC workers: Mamata at Kolkata dharna to protest 'post-poll violence'

Mamata Banerjee staged a dharna in Kolkata protesting alleged post-poll violence. She pledged support for Trinamool Congress workers following the party's election defeat. Banerjee also indicated that anti-BJP parties will soon announce a nationwide program. The protest addressed attacks on party members and hawker evictions. The dharna continued as scheduled.

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Trinamool Congress heading for split similar to those seen in Maharashtra, claims West Bengal minister Tapas Roy

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…

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Mamata Banerjee protests over alleged attacks on TMC leaders in Kolkata; pays tribute at BR Ambedkar statue before rally

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.

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Majority of TMC MLAs will remain with Mamata: Sobhandeb amid split speculations

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…

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Bharatiya Janata Party not seeking revenge against Trinamool Congress, CID notice to Abhishek over two MLAs' complaint: Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated the Crime Investigation Department (CID) notice to MP Abhishek Banerjee stemmed from a complaint by two Trinamool Congress MLAs. They alleged their signatures were forged on a party resolution. TMC expelled the two legislators for anti-party activities. Adhikari asserted the BJP government is…

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From house help to minister: BJP's Kalita Majhi caps unlikely rise in Bengal politics

Kalita Majhi, a former domestic worker, has taken oath as a minister in the West Bengal government. This marks a significant rise for the 37-year-old. Majhi represents the Ausgram Assembly constituency. She won the recent Assembly elections defeating her Trinamool Congress rival. Majhi expressed gratitude to her party for the…

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Abhishek Banerjee to apprise Lok Sabha Speaker of attack, will also move to court: Sources

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee will inform Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla about the alleged attack on him on Saturday. He plans to take legal action. Banerjee was reportedly hit with bricks, stones and eggs while visiting families affected by post-poll violence. He sustained an eye injury and blamed the…

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'Victim of state-sponsored terrorism': TMC's Abhishek Banerjee day after attack

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee was attacked with stones and eggs in West Bengal. He described the incident as 'state-sponsored terrorism'. Banerjee thanked leaders for their support. He stated that the attack was a deliberate attempt to silence the opposition. He vowed to continue fighting for democracy and the people of…

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TMC legislators' meet cancelled as most MLAs skip; party says absence due to Abhishek Banerjee attack fallout

TMC spokesperson Kunal Ghosh attributed the absence of MLAs to the "sudden and emergent ground situation" in the wake of Saturday's attack on TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee and the subsequent alleged assault on party MP Kalyan Banerjee on Sunday.

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'Absolutely shameful': Kapil Sibal slams BJP over attack on TMC's Abhishek Banerjee

Sibal asked what action has been taken to book the perpetrators of the violence and questioned the silence of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, Home Minister Amit Shah and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

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West Bengal: TMC workers hold protest over attack on Abhishek Banerjee

Trinamool Congress workers protested in West Bengal following alleged attacks on party MPs Abhishek Banerjee and Kalyan Banerjee. The party claims these were planned Bharatiya Janata Party attacks. The Bharatiya Janata Party dismissed the allegations. Abhishek Banerjee was reportedly targeted with stones and eggs. Kalyan Banerjee also alleged an assault.

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Trial by fire: Sonarpur attack seen as crucial moment for Abhishek Banerjee's political career

An attack on TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee in Sonarpur marks a potential turning point. Political observers suggest this incident could forge him into a mass leader, distinct from his inherited legacy. This experience offers him a chance to prove his resilience and earn public legitimacy. The outcome will shape his…

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Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee claims BJP supporters attacked, injured him outside Chanditala police station

Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee claimed head injuries after a mob incident in West Bengal's Hooghly district. He was demonstrating outside Chanditala police station. Banerjee alleged BJP supporters are responsible for the attack. This follows a similar incident involving Abhishek Banerjee. Police and central forces were deployed. The BJP denied…

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After Abhishek Banerjee, TMC's Kalyan Banerjee allegedly attacked in Hooghly

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee was reportedly attacked near Chanditala Police Station in West Bengal's Hooghly district while submitting a deputation on post-poll violence. This follows a similar alleged attack on Abhishek Banerjee in South 24 Parganas, where protesters reportedly hurled stones and eggs. Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of orchestrating…

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BJP alleges Mamata Banerjee pressured private hospital to admit Abhishek Banerjee

The BJP has accused Mamata Banerjee of pressuring a private hospital. This was to admit her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, after an alleged attack. The party claims medical reports showed no major injuries. The BJP suggests this was a political move. It aimed to build a narrative and avoid official notices.…

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BJP condemns attack on Abhishek Banerjee but says "public anger has to show up somewhere"

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee faced an alleged attack with bricks and stones. West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh condemned the incident but linked it to public anger. TMC MP Mahua Moitra accused BJP workers of the attack. Banerjee sustained an eye injury and plans legal action. Former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee…

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Mamata Banerjee slams BJP over alleged attack on Abhishek Banerjee's convoy, cites 'Rulers Became Killers'

Former West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chairperson Mamata Banerjee strongly criticized the BJP, calling them 'killers' following an alleged attack on Abhishek Banerjee. Banerjee stated he was attacked by BJP supporters while visiting victims of post-poll violence. He plans to inform the high court and governor about…

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Derek O'Brien cites Tata investments in Bengal after state BJP chief vows to 'bring back' the firm

TMC leaders have detailed the Tata Group's extensive operations and growth in West Bengal over the past 15 years. Companies like Tata Consultancy Services and Tata Hitachi are expanding their presence. Several Tata hotel brands operate in the state. This information counters recent remarks by the state BJP president about…

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