Tag: West Bengal politics

Kalyan Banerjee Alleges BJP Behind TMC Defections

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee alleged that the BJP orchestrated staggered Rajya Sabha resignations and encouraged defections to increase its strength in Parliament.

Madan Mitra Quits Kalighat TMC, Joins Ritabrata Camp

BJP Files Rajya Sabha Nominations in West Bengal

Former TMC MPs Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, Sushmita Dev and Prakash Chik Baraik have filed their Rajya Sabha nomination papers as BJP candidates, with political observers expecting all three to be elected unopposed.

BJP Names 3 Candidates for Bengal Rajya Sabha Bypolls

The BJP has named Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, Sushmita Dev and Prakash Chik Baraik as its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha bypolls in West Bengal.

Samik Bhattacharya Slams TMC Over Corruption, Violence

West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya says those who looted public money will not be spared and dismisses TMC's allegations over the Baruipur police encounter.

Sukhendu Sekhar Roy Breaks Silence on Threats

Former TMC Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy alleges he received death threats and intimidation after demanding custodial interrogation in the RG Kar case.

Three Former TMC Rajya Sabha MPs Join BJP in West Bengal

Former TMC Rajya Sabha MPs Sushmita Dev, Prakash Chik Baraik and Sukhendu Sekhar Roy officially joined the BJP at an event attended by West Bengal BJP President Samik Bhattacharya.

Mamata Banerjee Extends Best Wishes to Suvendu Adhikari

TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee has rejected the rebel faction's claim over Trinamool Bhavan, asserting that the party headquarters remains under a valid lease until 2027. She said her faction has consistently paid rent, maintenance, electricity bills and taxes, insisting that ownership can only be determined through legal documents and not by force.

Rebel TMC Faction Seizes Kolkata Party Headquarters

The Trinamool Congress crisis deepened after the rebel faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee took control of the party's Kolkata headquarters, declaring itself the "real" TMC. The takeover came a day after the group approached the Election Commission seeking recognition over the party's name, symbol and leadership, further escalating the political showdown in West Bengal.

Om Birla Inaugurates Bengal MLAs' Orientation Programme

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated the Orientation Programme for the 18th West Bengal Legislative Assembly at Kolkata's New Town Convention Centre, emphasizing stronger legislative capacity and democratic governance.

Ritabrata Faction Stakes Claim to TMC Election Symbol

The Ritabrata Banerjee-led rebel Trinamool Congress faction has approached the Election Commission, staking claim to the party's name, symbol and assets while asserting majority support within the organisation.

Kolkata Police Bars TMC July 21 Martyrs' Day Rally at Dharmatala

Kolkata Police has denied the TMC permission to hold its traditional July 21 Martyrs' Day rally at Dharmatala and imposed BNSS Section 163 restrictions across parts of central Kolkata until August 30.