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West Bengal Governor asks State govt. to remove education minister for poll code violation

Reacting to the development, Mr. Basu posted on social media that the “Indian Constitution clearly states the recommendation of appointment or removal of any Minister lies with the Chief Minister. “He (the Governor) has not only shown his true colours, he has exceeded his constitutional limit as well,” Mr. Basu…

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PM is punishing Bengal for 2021 defeat in Assembly election: Congress

Jairam Ramesh accuses PM Modi of neglecting West Bengal post-election defeat, highlighting BJP's vindictiveness towards the state.

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Bengal education minister trying to spoil my relation with CM: Bengal governor

Governor C.V. Ananda Bose said such remarks came after he had already endorsed names for interim vice-chancellors, as proposed by the minister.

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West Bengal: TMC releases list of star campaigners for Phase-2 Lok Sabha elections

The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) has released a list of star campaigners for the Phase-2 Lok Sabha polls in the West Bengal on April 26. Read further on Dynamite News:

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TMC confident of defeating BJP in Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha poll

Key issues in Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha constituency include water problems, unemployment, health infrastructure, and demand for Kamtapur State.

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West Bengal: TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahan sent to ED custody till April 13

The suspended Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Shahjahan Sheikh on Monday remanded to Enforcement Directorate custody till April 13 in the Sandeshkhali ED assault case. Read further on Dynamite News:

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CAA a trap to turn legal citizens into foreigners, says Mamata Banerjee

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee opposes CAA, warns against NRC trap, challenges BJP's Lok Sabha seat target.

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Abhishek Banerjee dares BJP to launch schemes like Lakshmir Bhandar in States ruled by the party

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee challenges BJP on social welfare schemes and election tactics in West Bengal.

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Rekha Patra, BJP candidate from Sandeshkhali, enjoys benefits of State scheme: Trinamool

The Trinamool Congress got embroiled in a controversy on March 28 after it published the personal banking and contact details of the BJP‘s Sandeshkhali candidate Rekha Patra on its official X handle, claiming that she is a beneficiary of the West Bengal’s government Swastha Sathi scheme.

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Cooch Behar | Violence, latent complexities likely to seal Nisith Pramanik’s fate on Rajbanshi land

Cooch Behar, West Bengal: BJP stronghold, political complexities, and poll-related violence shape the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

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Bengal Lok Sabha polls | Discontent grows in TMC, BJP ranks over ticket distribution

Discontentment rises in TMC and BJP over candidate selection for West Bengal Lok Sabha elections.

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Bengali writer says election time now is hardly different from what he saw in the 1970s

Renowned Bengali writer Amar Mitra reflects on the unchanged political atmosphere in West Bengal, comparing past and present elections.

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Yusuf Pathan begins campaign from Baharampur

Refuting the barbs of being an outsider to West Bengal, former India cricketer and Trinamool Congress candidate from Baharampur Yusuf Pathan on March 21 began his campaign for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

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Lok Sabha polls for 42 seats in West Bengal in seven phases

Kolkata Elections for West Bengal's 42 Lok Sabha seats conducted in seven phases from April 19 to June 1.

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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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"This is a 'KHELA' to take away your rights...": Mamata Banerjee attacks Centre over CAA move

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday attacked the Centre over the timing of its decision to notify the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), saying that she doubts the legality of CAA and she said that there is no clarity from the side of the Central government. further on Dynamite…

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Is there any dearth of Bengalis? BJP targets TMC over fielding cricketers in Lok Sabha polls

Trinamool Congress campaign for Lok Sabha polls focuses on Bengali identity, sparking controversy over outsider candidates.

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Matuas welcome CAA rules; Mamata questions timing

Celebrations in Matua community as Union government notifies Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2024 in West Bengal, sparking political tensions.

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Trinamool is sure ‘outsider’ Yusuf Pathan will unseat Adhir; Cong. and Left stunned by choice

Trinamool Congress bets on cricketer Yusuf Pathan to defeat Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury in Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency.

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Lok Sabha election | Trinamool announces candidates for all 42 seats in West Bengal

Lok Sabha election 2024: TMC announces Lok Sabha candidate list at Kolkata rally, Mamata Banerjee sets election tone

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Officer-in-charge of Sandeshkhali police station transferred

West Bengal government transfers Sandeshkhali police station officer amid sexual abuse and land grabbing allegations against TMC leaders.

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Why does PM Modi need to visit West Bengal frequently, state Cong chief asks

Lok Sabha elections 2024:VWest Bengal Congress president questions PM Modi's frequent visits to West Bengal, confident in BJP's support unnecessary, seat sharing discussions ongoing.

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West Bengal: ED raids in connection with teacher recruitment scam in Kolkata

A team of the Enforcement Directorate on Friday conducted raids at multiple locations in West Bengal in connection with the teacher recruitment scam in the state. Read further on Dynamite News:

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West Bengal to introduce centralised admission to colleges this year

Life will be a lot easier for school-leaving students across West Bengal starting this year.

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Sandeshkhali reports misleading, Bengal safest for women, says Mamata Banerjee

Sandeshkhali violence: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee defends Bengal's safety for women amid Sandeshkhali storm, criticizes BJP silence on violence against women.

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