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Rahul Gandhi slams EC over TMC name, symbol ban, says ‘vote chori, govt chori, now party chori’

Rahul Gandhi criticized the Election Commission's decision to bar rival Trinamool Congress factions from using the party name and symbol in West Bengal bypolls, alleging a pattern of BJP and EC collusion to split parties and snatch symbols. He stated this undermines democratic decline, comparing it to vote and government…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

Mamata-led TMC submits new name, symbol choices under protest after EC bars party name, ‘flowers and grass’ for Bengal bypolls

The Trinamool Congress submitted new name and symbol choices to the Election Commission. This action followed an interim order temporarily removing the party's original name and symbol. The Election Commission directed the submission for upcoming West Bengal bypolls. The party submitted its response under strongest protest late Thursday night. This…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

Kanimozhi meets former Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata as DMK outreach fuels third-front talk

DMK leader Kanimozhi met Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata on Thursday. This meeting follows discussions with Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar. Strains between DMK and Congress have emerged recently. The TMC and Congress have also sparred over a West Bengal bypoll. Kanimozhi's outreach sparks speculation about opposition coordination efforts.

The Economic Times · Sep 18

'Modinomics' basis of India's rapid economic growth, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's economic vision. He stated that "Modinomics" has fostered India's rapid economic growth and development. Singh highlighted the nation's improved regulation and governance, ensuring public funds reach intended beneficiaries. India's defense exports now reach over one hundred countries, showcasing its growing capabilities.…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Weather Tomorrow September 16: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Odisha, Bihar, Bengaluru and more

Weather Tomorrow: The Meteorological Department has released a new weather warning for various areas, forecasting heavy rain and thunderstorms nationwide. On Wednesday, thunderstorms and rain are expected in both Delhi-NCR and Bihar. Additionally, Rajasthan and Odisha are bracing for rain and strong winds, while Uttarakhand and West Bengal face alerts…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

Suvendu Adhikari backs Hasirani Rath for record Nandigram bypoll win, puts minority voters to test

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari predicted a record victory for BJP candidate Hasirani Rath in Nandigram. He urged minority voters to support the BJP government in upcoming by-elections. Adhikari assured the people of Nandigram that all promises made would be fulfilled. The Chief Minister also pledged to withdraw false…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

Rebel TMC MP Basunia claims 17 of 20 NCPI MPs to join BJP; fellow rebels, ruling party deny

A rebel TMC MP claims seventeen MPs will join the BJP soon. Fellow rebel MPs dispute this assertion and deny any such decision. The West Bengal BJP unit states they will not accept just anyone wanting to join. Twenty Lok Sabha members had previously joined the Nationalist Citizens Party of…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Weather tracker: Floods in eastern India and hurricane damage in California

Flooding in West Bengal has led to three deaths, while severe beach erosion has been witnessed in Orange county

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14

DRDO to set up new missile testing range in West Bengal’s Junput

India's DRDO plans a new weapons and missile testing range at Junput in West Bengal. This facility will supplement the existing Integrated Test Range in Odisha's Chandipur. The proposed range aims to expand India's defense testing capacity along the eastern coast. Officials confirm the project is moving forward after a…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

What the Shakti Peethas Actually Are: A Sacred Map Born from Sati's Grief and Shiva's Loss

The body that became a mapSati died because her father, Daksha, refused to invite her husband to his grand yajna. She walked into the sacrificial fire herself, not as defeat, but as the only protest available to her. Shiva arrived too late, found her body, and did what any being…

Times Life · Sep 13