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Abhishek Banerjee dares TMC rebels to return to Mamata, says will resign within an hour if they come back

Amid a deepening split in the Trinamool Congress after its assembly election defeat, Abhishek Banerjee challenged dissident leaders to return to Mamata Banerjee, vowing to resign from his party post within an hour if they did. The offer drew sharp reactions from both TMC loyalists and rebels as the party's…

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Kiren Rijiju invites 20 rebel TMC Lok Sabha MPs for all-party meet ahead of Monsoon Session

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju invited rebel Trinamool Congress MPs to an all-party meeting. This meeting is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, before the Monsoon Session begins. The session will commence on July 20 and conclude on August 13. Several opposition parties have experienced splits recently, impacting parliamentary dynamics. Key issues…

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MVA leaders slam Centre over handling of Wangchuk's protest; call it suppression of dissent

Opposition leaders criticised the Centre's handling of Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. They called the action irresponsible and shameful, amounting to suppressing democratic dissent. Delhi Police moved Wangchuk to a hospital after his health deteriorated on the 21st day. Leaders stated the protest would continue regardless of actions taken against the…

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'Babua wakes up at noon, hits gym in evening, no time for people': Adityanath's swipe at Akhilesh

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took a swipe at Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, alleging he lacked vision and rarely met people during his tenure as chief minister. Addressing a rally in Bulandshahr, Adityanath contrasted the BJP government's welfare initiatives with the previous SP regime, accusing it of neglecting…

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BJP says Congress insulting Indian identity after MP's remarks on Sanskrit

The BJP criticized a Congress MP's claim that Sanskrit originated outside India. This statement reflects the party's appeasement mindset and insults Indian civilization. BJP leaders stated that all Indian languages belong to India and are indigenous. They also linked such views to historical invaders and a disregard for Indian heritage.…

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India's development did not come to standstill despite oil supply crisis: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India's railway network would have faced a major crisis during the recent West Asia conflict if it had remained dependent on diesel, highlighting that nearly 99% of Indian Railways has been electrified over the past 12 years.

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'ED didn't scare us': Madan Mitra refutes agency fear claims after leaving TMC; praises Suvendu Adhikari's vigor

Former TMC leader Madan Mitra has joined a rebel faction, blaming Abhishek Banerjee for his exit. Mitra stated that central agencies like the ED did not influence his political decision. He felt the party leadership was not effectively working to counter the BJP. Mitra also praised Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's…

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Congress to join NC's July 20 statehood protest in Delhi: JKPCC chief Tariq Hamid Karra

Jammu and Kashmir Congress will join the National Conference's statehood protest in New Delhi. The party president stated that the movement for statehood was originally initiated by Congress. Congress plans a march from Lakhanpur to Lolab if the Centre fails its commitments. The party distanced itself from Saifuddin Soz's remarks…

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Chhattisgarh govt spent Rs 1.3 crore a day on publicity; Rs 1,095 crore in just over 2 years

The BJP government in Chhattisgarh, where schools still force children to study under the open sky and where many areas continue to lack basic infrastructure such as roads, spent nearly Rs 1,095 crore on publicity in just over two years.

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SC agrees to hear Somnath Bharti's plea challenging election of BJP's Satish Upadhyay in 2025 polls

The Supreme Court will hear Somnath Bharti's plea challenging his election defeat. Bharti contests the victory of Satish Upadhyay from Malviya Nagar constituency. He alleges corrupt practices and a deliberate strategy to divide secular votes. The Delhi High Court had previously dismissed his petition due to a technical defect. The…

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'Number of MPs, MLAs defecting to BJP presents dirty picture of Bengal's political culture': TMC's Kalyan Banerjee

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee accused the BJP of new tactics to boost parliamentary strength. He alleged the BJP manipulates Rajya Sabha elections through timed resignations and defections. Koel Mallick's resignation and expected BJP induction were highlighted as a strategic move. Banerjee criticized defections, calling them a dirty picture of West…

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Chhattisgarh: 196 workers died in industrial accidents in 17 months, govt informs assembly

Chhattisgarh reported 196 worker deaths in industrial accidents over 17 months. The state government denied lax safety enforcement was the cause. BJP MLAs alleged negligence, citing specific fatal incidents and unsafe conditions. Minister Dewangan detailed accident investigations and actions taken by the department.

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Delhi BJP expels Vikas Garg from party after arrest in money laundering case linked to Mahadev app

The Enforcement Directorate arrested Garg, the chairman of Ebix Group, on Tuesday in the multi-crore money laundering case linked to the Mahadev betting app.

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'Govt anti-people, only concerned with securing 2/3rd majority': Kapil Sibal urges Wangchuk to end fast

Kapil Sibal urged activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike. He criticized the BJP-led Centre as anti-people and lacking dialogue. Wangchuk's health is critical after nineteen days without food. Doctors warned of organ damage while Wangchuk refused to end his fast. Support for the agitation continues to grow from…

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Uttarakhand govt trying to foil Rahul Gandhi's event but huge turnout expected: Congress

Congress leaders claim the BJP government is hindering Rahul Gandhi's student event in Dehradun. The event was moved to a smaller venue after permission was cancelled for Parade Ground. Leaders allege this is a deliberate attempt to limit the youth turnout for the program. Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to address…

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BJP accuses Congress of patronising 'conversion mafia' over Hyderabad school row

The BJP criticised the Telangana Congress government regarding a school's homework assignment. A private school allegedly asked a Hindu student to learn an Islamic verse. BJP spokespersons accused the Congress of patronizing a conversion mafia in the state. They demanded strict action against the school and its management. The incident…

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Religious content should not be mixed with education: Relative on alleged homework row at Hyderabad school

A Hyderabad school terminated a teacher for assigning religious homework to Class 2 students. The school management took this action after a formal complaint was lodged by parents. Protests erupted outside the school premises, leading to police intervention and detentions. BJP leaders alleged the curriculum aimed to ruin the city's…

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PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate, lay foundation stone of projects worth Rs 5,470 crore during his Punjab visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for projects worth Rs 5,470 crore. He will dedicate 75 redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. New rail lines and train services will enhance connectivity between Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. Several national highway projects worth over Rs…

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Hyderabad school terminates teacher who allegedly gave 'Kalma' recitation as homework to Class 2 students

A Hyderabad school terminated a teacher for assigning religious homework to young students. Parents and BJP workers protested the school's actions, demanding immediate closure. Police intervened and detained several protesters, including local BJP leaders. Allegations suggest the school introduced religious teachings into its curriculum. An investigation into the matter is…

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May rethink over Delimitation Bill if Opposition's amendments incorporated: Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut stated opposition to the Delimitation Bill. He indicated potential support if amendments are incorporated by the government. Raut also addressed allegations of embezzlement at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. He questioned Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding temple donation theft. Concerns were also raised…

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'I will stay alive till I see your end': Mamata Banerjee vows to keep fighting TMC rebellion

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee addressed party rebellion and criticism. She vowed to continue fighting for common people and workers. Banerjee expressed confidence in rebuilding the party despite recent setbacks. She alleged police acted in favor of the BJP during elections. Several leaders have resigned while others face threats and…

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TMC MP Kirti Azad on cracks in his party, BJP in Bengal, and INDIA bloc’s future

The period after the West Bengal Assembly election has been one of the toughest for the Trinamool Congress. Several MPs and MLAs have quit the party, questions are being raised about Mamata Banerjee’s leadership, and Bengal’s political landscape is rapidly changing.

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Mamata Banerjee backs Abhishek amid rebellion, vows to rebuild TMC

Mamata Banerjee defended her nephew Abhishek Banerjee against party defectors. She apologized to the public on behalf of the traitors. Banerjee stated neither she nor her family compromised for political survival. She alleged the BJP uses agencies to engineer defections and leaders defect out of fear. Those leaving are entering…

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Eknath Shinde seeking approval for 'stolen property': Sanjay Raut slams Dy CM's meeting with Amit Shah

Sanjay Raut attacked the Eknath Shinde government, calling its actions stolen property. He also criticized the BJP for demanding prayers while ignoring temple fund allegations. Raut dismissed reports of MVA rifts and potential defections as deliberate rumors. He defended Jayant Patil's meeting with the Chief Minister regarding a local issue.

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No backdoor talks with BJP; INDIA bloc to discuss delimitation after introduction of bill: Supriya Sule

Supriya Sule dismissed speculation regarding meetings between NCP (SP) leaders and the Maharashtra Chief Minister. She clarified that Jayant Patil sought an appointment to discuss a municipal council president's issue. The INDIA bloc will formulate its stand on delimitation after a formal bill is presented. Sule emphasized that political and…

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