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Infiltration, SIR, ‘washing machine’ | The Suvendu Adhikari interview

With West Bengal heading to the polls in just two weeks, credible reports indicate that the Election Commission of India’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) has disenfranchised millions of voters. The SIR exercise, the opposition TMC alleges, has been designed to pave the way for a BJP victory.

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'We have informed the BCCI': KKR vs LSG IPL 2025 match at Eden Gardens likely to be rescheduled due to security concerns

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders' home match against Lucknow Super Giants, scheduled for April 6 at Eden Gardens, faces the likelihood of rescheduling as local police have declined security clearance due to Ram Navami festivities. The situation stems from BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's announcement of over 20,000 processions across West…

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BJP slams Mamata Banerjee over 'Mrityu Kumbh' remark

West Bengal Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari has strongly condemned Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's recent remark calling Maha Kumbh 2025 "Mrityu Kumbh." Read further on Dynamite News:

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Know Your Turncoats, Part 18: Coalgate accused, ‘anti-national’ ex-activist, former couple turned rivals

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‘Fight is against Suvendu’: TMC’s ‘Khela Hobe’ fame Debangshu Bhattacharya on electoral debut, BJP

Debangshu Bhattacharya, 27, who gained popularity for writing the song Khela Hobe during the 2021 West Bengal assembly elections, is making his electoral debut as the Trinamool Congress’s Lok Sabha candidate from Tamluk. The young politician is in the fray against Abhijit Ganguly, the BJP candidate and controversial former Calcutta…

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BJP hits ‘like’ button on Mamata Banerjee’s Lakshmir Bhandar scheme

Suvendu Adhikari and BJP leaders promise to increase benefits of Lakshmir Bhandar scheme in West Bengal elections.

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Birbhum — a proposed coal mine in West Bengal and the related health hazards

The West Bengal government’s ambitious ₹35,000 crore Deocha Pachami coal block mining project at Mohammad Bazar has been facing protest over land acquisition.

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Sandeshkhali violence | TMC threatens to move EC against NCW chairperson Rekha Sharma

TMC to file complaint against NCW chairperson for alleged misuse of power in Sandeshkhali sexual assault case

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Trinamool Congress urges EC to take action against BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari for ‘concocting’ narrative on Sandeshkhali incident

Trinamool Congress files complaint against Suvendu Adhikari over Sandeshkhali issue; TMC alleges BJP conspiracy against women

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Silence on Sandeshkhali ‘sting’, visits to temples: On the campaign trail of BJP’s Basirhat pick

Sitting in a decorated e-rickshaw, BJP’s Basirhat candidate Rekha Patra greets her supporters, surrounded by security personnel and a sea of “Modi Ka Parivaar” flags until it’s time to get down from the vehicle and walk up to the stage. A crowd of 500 awaits her in Hasnabad’s Chak Kukidanga. Her…

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Sandeshkhali ‘mistruth’ spread by BJP using money, PM Modi should stop shedding crocodile tears: Mamata

Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP of spreading lies in Sandeshkhali, calls out PM Modi for crocodile tears in recent sting.

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Sandeshkhali rape charges filed on 'Suvendu Adhikari prod': BJP man in sting clip

KOLKATA: Trinamool Congress on Saturday released a sting video showing a Sandeshkhali BJP functionary admitting that many of the charges, including those of rape, were levelled following instructions from BJP seniors, including assembly opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari.

The Times of India

BJP orchestrated Sandeshkhali incident to defame Bengal: TMC

TMC releases video alleging BJP conspiracy to defame West Bengal ahead of Lok Sabha polls.

The Hindu

Corruption woes and CPIM-Congress alliance: The TMC’s hard road in Murshidabad

“Nobody fulfils what we deserve as citizens. All political parties only give false promises,” said Mohammad Siraj, 60, sitting at a tea stall in Sarangpur village in Murshidabad’s Domkal. “There is no employment, no industry, nothing. Elections come and go but nobody does anything.”

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Lok Sabha elections 2024 | With 13 candidates from influential families in the fray, West Bengal sees the rise of dynasty politics

Lok Sabha elections 2024 | Rise of political dynasties in West Bengal's Lok Sabha elections marks a significant shift in the state's political landscape.

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BJP washing machine clearly at full spin in West Bengal: Congress

Congress accuses PM Modi of giving tickets to corrupt politicians in West Bengal, questions BJP's integrity and promises.

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Arrest of Bengaluru blast accused from West Bengal triggers war of words between Trinamool Congress and BJP

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was quick to respond to charges made by BJP leaders that West Bengal has become a “safe haven for terrorists”.

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"We stand by distressed families," Mamata Banerjee after five-storey building collapses in South Kolkata

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday said that she is "saddened" after a five-storey under-construction building collapsed in South Kolkata's Metiabruz area. Read further on Dynamite News

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Mamata stable after fall; doctor issues clarification

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee stable after injury, doctors clarify fall was due to sensation of push. Political controversy ensues.

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Barrackpore MP Arjun Singh returns to BJP

Arjun Singh’s return to BJP was triggered by the Trinamool Congress denying him ticket

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Barrackpore may see a 2019 rematch as Trinamool leader Arjun Singh set to return to BJP

Trinamool Congress leader Arjun Singh on Thursday said he would join the BJP on Friday.

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Cheated by Trinamool, alleges Barrackpore MP Arjun Singh on being denied ticket

Arjun Singh expresses regret over leaving BJP for TMC after being denied Lok Sabha ticket in Kolkata.

The Hindu

Trinamool to make show of strength at Brigade Rally

Trinamool Congress plans mega rally in Kolkata ahead of Lok Sabha election, showcasing strength and campaign strategy.

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Why PM sharing stage with Suvendu who is accused in Narada case: Trinamool on corruption charge

“He came in 2021 and he is again coming back before the ensuing general elections,” Panja told mediapersons.

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BJP’s nomination of Pawan Singh from Asansol Lok Sabha seat triggers outrage

BJP announces 20 nominations for West Bengal Lok Sabha election, including sitting MPs and MLAs, challenging TMC stronghold.

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