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TMC leader Derek O'Brien rejects party merger rumours, calls reports 'fake news'

Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien has called reports of a party merger fake news. This comes amid speculation following recent meetings between Trinamool Congress and Congress leaders in New Delhi. Mamata Banerjee met Sonia Gandhi, and Abhishek Banerjee met Rahul Gandhi. Both parties state these interactions aim to strengthen opposition…

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Bengal government to probe biz summit expenses, alleges Rs 635 crore paid to event agency during TMC rule

Stepping up his attack on the previous Trinamool Congress government, Adhikari claimed that the expenditure of the Bengal Global Business Summit (BGBS)-projected as a showcase of the state's investment potential-would face scrutiny over alleged financial irregularities.

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Debate on real TMC settled; Mamata, Abhishek represent fake TMC: BJP

The BJP claims a document signed by 20 Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha MPs indicates a "real TMC" led by Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, not Mamata Banerjee and her nephew. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla alleged an "implosion" within TMC due to dynastic politics, stating the party has moved away from Mamata Banerjee.

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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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Absconding TMC councillor in Kolkata booked for forgery, cheating

Kolkata police have booked Trinamool Congress councillor Sushanta Ghosh and four others. They face charges of forgery and cheating in connection with a Rs 3.5 lakh footpath stall sale. A local filed a complaint alleging a forged license and a smaller stall was provided. Ghosh is also absconding in another…

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TMC Lok Sabha mass exodus: 19 MPs including Saayoni Ghosh and Satabdi Roy sign dissent note to Speaker

Trinamool Congress is in significant internal turmoil. Several MPs have sought separate seating in Lok Sabha, signaling a split. Rajya Sabha MPs are resigning, raising questions about party unity. Rebel leaders deny merger talks with Congress but claim strong MLA support. Speculation of alignment with NDA is also rife.

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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 MP Prakash Chik Baraik resigns as member of Rajya Sabha

TMC Rajya Sabha MP Prakash Chik Baraik has resigned from the Upper House with immediate effect, marking the third resignation from the party within a week and adding to signs of growing unrest within the Trinamool Congress.

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'Have to work in Assam, nothing as opportunistic,' says Sushmita Dev after quitting TMC

Sushmita Dev has resigned from the Trinamool Congress and Rajya Sabha. She stated her desire to work in Assam. Dev met Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. She cited political and personal reasons for her decision. Dev previously belonged to the Congress party. This development follows internal party rifts and…

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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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Signature forgery case: Calcutta HC to hear TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee's plea on Thursday

The Calcutta High Court will hear Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee's plea on Thursday. He seeks protection from the state CID's coercive actions. The CID is investigating alleged forgery of party MLAs' signatures. Banerjee's office was raided by the CID. He wants the FIR in the signature forgery case quashed.…

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Rahul Gandhi, Abhishek Banerjee meet amid TMC's INDIA Bloc outreach

Rahul Gandhi and Abhishek Banerjee held a meeting in Delhi. This comes amid efforts to strengthen the INDIA bloc's coordination and unity. The meeting follows discussions between Mamata Banerjee and Sonia Gandhi. Opposition leaders emphasized greater coordination at a recent INDIA bloc meeting. Mamata Banerjee urged alliance partners to work…

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Arrested TMC leader Jahangir Khan remanded to 5 days police custody by court

Trinamool Congress leader Jahangir Khan has been arrested and remanded to five days police custody. Khan was apprehended near the India-Nepal border. He had previously contested the Falta assembly seat. The court ordered custody following multiple FIRs. Khan had sought and received interim protection from the High Court earlier. Public…

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Arrested TMC leader Jahangir Khan remanded to five days police custody by court

Trinamool Congress leader Jahangir Khan has been arrested on extortion charges. A court in Diamond Harbour has remanded him to police custody for five days. Khan was apprehended near the India-Nepal border. He had previously contested an assembly seat and disappeared before a repoll. The Calcutta High Court had earlier…

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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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Bengal: TMC leader Sabyasachi Dutta arrested on extortion, criminal intimidation charges

Trinamool Congress leader Sabyasachi Dutta was arrested from North 24 Parganas district. Police apprehended him from his residence based on a businessman's complaint of extortion. Dutta, a former Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation chairman, denied the charges. He was produced before the Bidhannagar sub-divisional court. Eggs and tomatoes were thrown at him.

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West Bengal: Locals ransack arrested Trinamool Congress leader Jahangir Khan's office in Falta

TMC leader Jahangir Khan was arrested near the India-Nepal border on extortion charges. Following his arrest, angry locals allegedly ransacked his office in Falta. They smashed windowpanes and damaged furniture. Relief supplies were found in the office, fueling further local anger. Khan had previously withdrawn his candidature for the Falta…

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TMC leader Jahangir Khan arrested near India-Nepal border in north Bengal on 'extortion' charges after days on the run

Trinamool Congress leader Jahangir Khan was apprehended by West Bengal Police's Special Task Force near the India-Nepal border. Khan had been evading arrest for several days. He faces multiple FIRs registered at Falta police station. The Calcutta High Court had previously withdrawn interim protection granted to him.

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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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'Why did their conscious wake up only after elections?': TMC's Ghosh on dissenters

Trinamool Congress MLA Kunal Ghosh has strongly criticized party leaders and legislators who are reportedly considering leaving the party after the recent state election results. Ghosh questioned their motives and timing, highlighting their past positions and benefits. He accused some of having hidden agendas and warned against challenging party leadership.

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Bhangar bomb blast case: NIA identifies arrested ex-Trinamool Congress MLA Saokat Molla as key conspirator

Former Trinamool Congress MLA Saokat Molla has been arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Officials identified him as the key conspirator in the Bhangar bomb blast case in West Bengal. The blast occurred on March 19, resulting in one death and several injuries. Molla allegedly directed the bomb's manufacturing…

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TMC's Firhad Hakim resigns as Kolkata mayor

Kolkata Municipal Corporation Mayor Firhad Hakim has resigned. He cited an inability to work properly as the reason for his departure. Hakim, a senior Trinamool Congress leader, submitted his resignation on Friday. This development comes amid ongoing political shifts within the party. He had been serving as mayor since November…

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"Sooner TMC ends, better it is": West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh

West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh believes the Trinamool Congress' current 'drama' is temporary and added, "the sooner it ends, the better." This statement comes as a rebel faction within the TMC claims significant legislative support. The party high command is challenging the legitimacy of these claims. Meanwhile, allegations of extortion…

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