Lok Sabha 2024: Mamata Banerjee to unveil TMC's list for 42 seats; may give chance to SC, ST, women candid
Mamata Banerjee to announce Trinamool Congress candidates for all 42 Parliamentary Constituencies in West Bengal, launching the party's Lok Sabha election campaign. Trinamool Congress will prioritise new faces, SC, ST Adivasi, and women candidates, fighting against BJP's deprivation politics and protecting Bengal's interests. Key Points
Economic TimesBJP MP's 'cool down in 2 minutes' swipe at Trinamool over Sandeshkhali
BJP MP Dilip Ghosh took a fresh "cool down" dig at Trinamool Congress on Sunday over the Sandeshkhali violence case. He also alleged that goons, mafias and rapists are spread across Bengal under the protection of Trinamool Congress's flag. Key Points
India TodayMinister says she waited to meet Trinamool MPs, Mahua Moitra calls her 'liar'
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra called Minister of State for Rural Development Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti a "lying so and so" after the latter claimed that she waited for TMC leaders in her office for two hours. However, the TMC said they were not allowed to meet her. Key Points
India TodayUnion Minister Nisith Pramanik’s convoy attacked in Bengal’s Cooch Behar
There was tension in the area and the Trinamool supporters showed black flags to Mr. Pramanik following which clashes broke out between supporters of the two parties. Key Points
The HinduAdhir Ranjan Chowdhury fears vote loot in his Constituency
Chowdhury also alleged that people of Baharampur who follow Congress ideology are selectively omitted when giving water from pipeline is concerned in this immense heat. “People will be given drinking waterline to those in Murshidabad if they are promising to give vote to Trinamool Congress,” he said. Key Points
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Were Ram Navami clashes in West Bengal orchestrated for political ends?
The recent communal flare-up in Bengal during Ram Navami appears to have been planned and orchestrated for political ends. The State government’s inability to prevent the clashes has raised questions in political circles. Key Points
The HinduCentre stopped funds on purpose: TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee
Abhishek Banerjee, the national general secretary of Trinamool, accused the central government of deliberately withholding funds for the MGNREGA scheme, which provides rural employment. He criticized Union Minister Giriraj Singh for showing a step-motherly attitude towards the people of Bengal. Trinamool MPs, ministers, and leaders left for Delhi to hold a two-day protest demanding the release of wages for workers under the MGNREGA scheme and funds for other central schemes. Key Points
Economic TimesBengal Governor's convoy on way to Sandeshkhali stopped by Trinamool supporters
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose's convoy was halted midway on Monday while it was en route to Sandeshkhali by Trinamool Congress supporters. They showed posters to the convoy as seen in visuals. Key Points
India TodayWe waited 210 days for Congress, seat talks failed because of Adhir Chowdhury: TMC
Trinamool Congress blames Adhir Chowdhury for the breakdown of the tie-up with Congress in Bengal. Get the latest news on the failed alliance and seat-sharing talks. Key Points
Times Of IndiaSandeshkhali 'sexual exploitation' and the culture of silence
Women have spoken out against the sexual exploitation by Trinamool leaders in West Bengal's Sandeshkhali. The Calcutta High Court and women's commissions too have taken note. How did this systemic sexual and socio-economic exploitation start, and why didn't people speak out earlier? Key Points
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Mamata proves she can't be trusted, her message to PMO is....: Adhir hits back
Adhir Chowdhury said Trinamool could have sent Yusuf Pathan to the Rajya Sabha. Yusuf will be contesting from Adhir's Baharampur seat. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesTrinamool worker shot dead in Bengal, family alleges ‘political enmity’
A member of the Trinamool Congress youth wing was shot dead on Saturday in West Bengal's Basanti. His family members alleged that the TMC worker's killing was politically motivated. Key Points
India TodayMamata to visit Kali temple on day of Ram temple pran pratishtha, lead interfaith rally
With the planned 22 January event, the Trinamool Congress chief will be seen back in action after a long hiatus. Mamata Banerjee last held a rally in September 2022. Key Points
ThePrint'You played mediator': Mahua Moitra's lawyer withdraws from defamation case
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra’s lawyer withdrew from the cash-for-query case over 'conflict of interest'. The next hearing will be on October 31. Key Points
India TodayBJP's Tathagata Roy seeks 'circumcision test' for citizenship seekers, sparks row
Veteran BJP leader Tathagata Roy has triggered a controversy after he called for a 'circumcision test' to determine the religion of male citizenship seekers. The Trinamool Congress called his remarks "dehumanising" and a "vulgar jibe". Key Points
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Trinamool Congress approaches EC, complains against newspaper advertisements by Centre
The advertisement said the Centre had released Rs 5.36 lakh crore to West Bengal in the last five years and also committed to the development of the state. Key Points
Business TodayArrested by ED in ration 'scam', Mamata's 'able soldier' — who is TMC minister Jyotipriya Mallick
Accused of money laundering, environment minister Mallick was arrested Friday following 20-hr interrogation. He has been sent to ED custody but is hospitalised due to ill-health. Key Points
ThePrintMamata Banerjee refrains from attacking Congress
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has kept silent against the Congress while attacking CPM, reversing her previous stance. Observers attribute this to the national alliance and renewed relationship with the Congress High Command. The Congress, however, continues its attack on the Trinamool Party, accusing it of corruption and influencing state administration. Key Points
Economic TimesDidn't read file: Supreme Court adjourns Mahua Moitra's expulsion hearing to Jan 3
The Supreme Court adjourned the hearing on Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra's challenge to her Lok Sabha expulsion to January 3. Justice Sanjay Khanna said that the bench did not get time to read the file. Key Points
India TodayTrinamool terms ethics panel's summons to Mahua Moitra 'politically motivated'
Trinamool Congress MP Kunal Ghosh questioned the Lok Sabha ethics panel's refusal to extend the date for Mahua Moitra's appearance before it. She has been asked to appear before the panel on November 2 in the cash-for-query case. Key Points
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Trinamool Congress second richest party after BJP
On the expenditure side, while Trinamool Congress had spent 49.17 per cent of its total income during the fiscal under review, the figure for BJP during the same period stands at 44.57 per cent. Congress had exhausted almost 74 (73.98) per cent of its expenditure during the financial year under review. Key Points
Economic TimesTMC loses national status: What the setback means for Mamata Banerjee's party
The Election Commission of India on Monday withdrew the national party status of the Trinamool Congress. Here’s a look at what this setback would mean for Mamata Banerjee’s party. Key Points
India TodayHow Mamata Banerjee's 'Tollywood brigade' is falling apart
After the 2019 election, actors Mimi Chakraborty, Nusrat Jahan, and Dev became the face of TMC's 'Tollywood brigade'. However, with months ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, it seems to be falling apart. Key Points
India TodayCash-for-query row: TMC leader Mahua Moitra moves SC against expulsion from Lok Sabha
Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra has taken her expulsion from the Lok Sabha to the Supreme Court, contesting allegations of 'cash-for-query.' The move comes after her removal following a discussion on the Ethics Committee's report on the 'cash-for-query' issue. Key Points
Economic Times'You played mediator': After judge's rap, Mahua Moitra lawyer withdraws from case
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra’s lawyer withdrew from the cash-for-query case over 'conflict of interest'. The next hearing will be on October 31. Key Points
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West Bengal Governor sets up control room for panchayat poll grievances
West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has set up a control room at Raj Bhavan where representation from the people will be received on threats and intimidation ahead of the panchayat election in the State. Key Points
The HinduLone Congress MLA in Bengal defects to Trinamool, three months after victory
Speaking to media persons with Abhishekl Banerjee by his side, the MLA said that Congress party had no role in his victory at Sagardighi bypolls on March 2. Mr. Biswas had won with margin of 22,986 votes in a constituency with 75% minority population. Key Points
The HinduHow Mamata Banerjee is the poor victim in Kolkata rape-murder case
A trainee doctor was brutally raped and murdered at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. Women in Bengal, who have seen horrific sex assaults, have risen up in protest. But in all these, it is Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee who is projecting herself as the poor victim. The helpless CM is now taking to the streets seeking justice. Key Points
India TodayFrom HC to people’s court — how ex-judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay is gearing up for Tamluk poll debut
Sitting MP is younger brother of Suvendu Adhikari. TMC candidate is Debangshu Bhattacharya of ‘Khela Hobe’ fame, while Sayan Banerjee is CPI(M)’s nominee for seat voting Saturday. Key Points
ThePrintTrinamool says Amrita Roy's family helped British, BJP candidate hits back
The Trinamool Congress alleged that the family of Krishnanagar BJP candidate Rajmata Amrita Roy had sided with the British. Roy dismissed the claims and described them as "false". Key Points
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Cash for query scam: CBI conducts searches at TMC leader Mahua Moitra's residences and other places in Kol
The CBI carried out searches at the home of Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra as part of its probe into the cash-for-query scam. Following a directive from the Lokpal, the CBI conducted a preliminary inquiry and was tasked with thoroughly investigating all aspects of the complaints against Moitra within a six-month period. Key Points
Economic TimesBhojpuri singer Pawan Singh, BJP’s Asansol pick, backs out of polls
Bhojpuri singer Pawan Singh on Sunday announced on X that he will be unable to contest in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections due to "some reason". He was the BJP's pick from West Bengal's Asansol. Key Points
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