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TMC leader Udayan Guha arrested in Kolkata's Phoolbagan

Former TMC MLA Udayan Guha was arrested in Kolkata, escalating political tensions. Meanwhile, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla summoned TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee to discuss 20 rebel MPs who merged with the NCPI, seeking separate parliamentary seating. Banerjee, previously unavailable due to ED questioning, will now meet the Speaker on…

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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla calls TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee on June 19 to discuss rebel MPs row

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has called upon the Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee for a discussion on June 19 regarding the 20 rebel MPs and his stance on the matter, sources said on Wednesday.

The Economic Times

"Defectors' team has no credibility, TMC led by Mamata remains genuine party": Kirti Azad slams rebel camp

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad dismissed rebel MPs merging with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India as lacking legitimacy, asserting Mamata Banerjee's TMC remains the "genuine" party with significant electoral backing. The Lok Sabha Speaker is reviewing the status of the 20 rebel MPs before making a decision on their…

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Lok Sabha Speaker gave Abhishek Banerjee 2-hour notice during ED questioning: Sources

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will hear both sides of the Trinamool Congress regarding a rebel faction's merger request. This comes amid a standoff over a summons issued to Abhishek Banerjee. Banerjee was unable to attend a meeting due to an Enforcement Directorate interrogation. The Speaker will decide on the…

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"Not democratic": TMC's Kirti Azad slams rebel MPs for merging with 'unrecognised' NCPI

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has strongly condemned twenty rebel TMC MPs. He labelled them as traitors for joining the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. Azad questioned the legitimacy of this new political entity. He stated the TMC has informed the Lok Sabha Speaker about its stance. The party believes…

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LS Speaker to decide on TMC rebel MPs after hearing both sides; meeting with Mamata Banerjee's faction

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is reviewing a split within the Trinamool Congress. Twenty rebel MPs have merged with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. The Speaker will decide after hearing both sides. The TMC has called the move misleading and undemocratic. The rebel group claims to have met the…

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TMC turmoil deepens: Rebel camp to merge with NCPI, extends support to NDA; party MPs call it "betrayal"

A major split has rocked the Trinamool Congress. Twenty Lok Sabha MPs have joined the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. They will now support Prime Minister Narendra Modi's National Democratic Alliance. The rebel MPs have requested a separate sitting in Parliament. This move marks a significant political development. The party's…

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TMC rebel leaders list: From Sushmita Dev to others, check leaders deserting Mamata Banerjee's party after poll blow

Trinamool Congress faces internal turmoil as Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev resigns, fueling speculation of a BJP move. Rebel MPs are reportedly seeking separate seating and declaring support for the NDA. TMC leaders Kalyan Banerjee and Kirti Azad have strongly criticized these dissenting MPs, accusing them of lacking morality and…

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'You have ED, CBI, I have 'Maa, Maati, Maanush', my party': TMC's Kalyan Banerjee trains guns at BJP

Trinamool Congress MPs Kalyan Banerjee and Kirti Azad have responded to concerns about internal dissent. They assert the party's strength lies with the people of Bengal and its workers. Azad criticized leaders questioning the party post-election, calling them traitors. He stated that those wishing to join the BJP are free…

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'Fake and fabricated': TMC leader Kirti Azad dismisses claim of 20 rebel TMC MPs extending support to NDA

All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) leader Kirti Azad on Tuesday dismissed a viral social media post claiming that a "separate group" of 20 TMC Members of Parliament is set to extend support to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), calling it a "fake and fabricated" list floated by the Bharatiya Janata…

The Economic Times

Cockroach Janta Party explodes on social media: Who is the founder, website link, manifesto, leaders, and why it’s going viral

Cockroach Janata Party Website: A new online political group, the Cockroach Janta Party, is rapidly gaining followers on Indian social media. Founded by Abhijeet Dipke, the party uses satire and memes to express youth frustration. It addresses issues like unemployment and exam controversies. Prominent figures have engaged with the party…

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‘Ispe Mein Kya Bolun?’: Ishan Kishan Irritated by Question After T20 World Cup 2026 Win

India’s triumphant victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 sparked celebrations across the country, but it also triggered a debate after the team reportedly took the trophy to a Hindu temple in Ahmedabad.

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TMC embarrassed after videos, WhatsApp chats suggest internal feud

The Trinamool Congress has been left red-faced after leaked video clips and screenshots of WhatsApp chats surfaced, purportedly revealing a feud among party leaders. The video clips appear to be from the Election Commission’s headquarters, while the WhatsApp screenshots are said to be from the party MPs’ group chat.

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Kirti Azad accuses BJP-led NDA govt of speaking lies

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad on Friday targeted the BJP-led Central government saying that for the last 11 years, they have been lying, adding that nothing is going to come out of this year's Economic Survey also. Read further on Dynamite News:

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DPLT20's success helped our players get IPL contracts: Rohan Jaitley

NEW DELHI: A day after securing a resounding win in the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) elections, president Rohan Jaitley on Tuesday claimed that his new regime will look into the trend of Delhi selectors sending inflated squads for away matches across age groups.

The Times of India

Jaitley sweeps Azad aside, set to become DDCA president again

NEW DELHI: Rohan Jaitley is set to retain his position as president of the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) for second successive term.

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Exclusive | 'Rohit Sharma is not indispensable': Former World Cup winner backs 'captain' Jasprit Bumrah ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

NEW DELHI: Pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah is set to lead Team India in a Test match for only the second time after regular skipper Rohit Sharma recently opted out of the series opener in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting on November 22 at Perth.

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Exclusive | 'Mohammed Shami should be in India squad if ... ': Former World Cup winner urges selectors ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

NEW DELHI: With Team India gearing up for the much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, veteran pacer Mohammed Shami's return to competitive cricket from a long-term injury has sparked excitement among fans and cricket experts.

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Exclusive | 'Virat Kohli best bet for No. 3': Ex-India World Cup winner picks Shubman Gill's replacement for Perth Test

NEW DELHI: India’s preparation for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting November 22 in Perth, has hit a roadblock as opener Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the first Test.

The Times of India

On This Day In 1983: Celebrating India's 41st anniversary of first Cricket World Cup triumph

NEW DELHI: India marks the 41st anniversary of its first World Cup victory today, celebrating the historic win under the leadership of Kapil Dev.

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Main Azad Hoon: From Botham to Dilip, Kirti's ability to surprise remains intact

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer turned politician Kirti Azad on Tuesday registered a remarkable victory in the Bardhaman-Durgapur constituency of West Bengal, beating BJP heavyweight Dilip Ghosh by a margin of 1,37,981 lakh votes.

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In Phase 4 of Lok Sabha polls, two World Cup-winning cricketers will test the political pitch of West Bengal

As the Lok Sabha elections in West Bengal turns to its slog overs, two World Cup-winning cricketers -- Yusuf Pathan and Kirti Azad -- will be testing the political pitch of the State

The Hindu

Political bigwigs battle it out in fourth phase of polls in Bengal

West Bengal's fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections features political heavyweights, world cup-winning cricketers, and varied issues.

The Hindu

BJP's Dilip Ghosh faces crucial battle for political survival in Bardhaman-Durgapur seat

In Bardhaman-Durgapur, BJP's Dilip Ghosh faces a pivotal challenge to secure his political future in a volatile constituency

The Times of India

'Think wisely BCCI': Virat Kohli's hundred for RCB rallies support for his T20 World Cup selection

Virat Kohli hit the first hundred of IPL 2024 on Saturday; and even though his 8th IPL century did not result in a win for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the knock rallied support for the batting legend after reports last month that voices in the BCCI corridors are questioning whether…

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