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Trinamool Congress' MLA Dilip Mondal arrested by Bengal police from Puri for making 'provocative' remarks

West Bengal TMC MLA Dilip Mondal was arrested in Puri, Odisha on Wednesday. Police apprehended him following a complaint about provocative remarks made during a victory rally. Mondal was reportedly staying at a hotel. He is being brought to Kolkata on transit remand. A video of his alleged threats to…

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Lone TMC MLA walks out of Assam Assembly against 'malicious intention' of government behind UCC Bill

Sherman Ali Ahmed, the sole Trinamool Congress MLA in Assam, staged a walkout from the Assembly. He opposed certain clauses of the Uniform Civil Code Bill. Ahmed stated the proposed law has malicious intent and violates fundamental rights. He welcomed some provisions but insisted on broader discussions for others. The…

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FIR against Mamata Banerjee over 'Ganda Dharma' remark

An FIR has been registered against TMC Chief Mamata Banerjee for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Sanatan Dharma at an Eid celebration last year. A lawyer's complaint states Banerjee referred to the religion as "ganda dharma" (dirty religion), hurting followers' sentiments and promoting disharmony. The FIR includes charges of criminal…

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Mamata, Abhishek Banerjee back Cockroach Janta Party: TMC leader Derek O'Brien

Trinamool Congress leaders Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee have voiced their support for the satirical digital group Cockroach Janta Party. This comes as the party reviews its recent electoral performance. The Cockroach Janta Party gained traction online after a controversy involving the Chief Justice of India. The group has faced…

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"Democracy won, intimidation lost": PM Modi hails BJP's massive win on Falta seat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Debangshu Panda of the BJP for a significant victory in Falta, West Bengal. The seat saw re-polling due to earlier irregularities. Panda secured a win by over 1 lakh votes. This win strengthens the BJP's presence in the state assembly. The Election Commission reported high…

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Mamata says INDIA bloc likely to meet in early June, vows opposition fight; BJP hits back

Mamata Banerjee announced that INDIA bloc members will meet in early June to strategize for a prolonged political battle, alleging widespread electoral manipulation by the BJP. Senior BJP leader Keya Ghosh refuted these claims, accusing Banerjee of refusing to accept the verdict and resorting to conspiracy theories.

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ECI Falta Election Result 2026: BJP’s Debangshu Panda leading with massive margin amid strict security arrangements

Election Commission of India Falta Election Result 2026: Vote counting for the Falta Assembly seat in West Bengal is currently underway, with BJP candidate Debangshu Panda taking a lead. The constituency recently witnessed a full repoll after the Election Commission of India ordered fresh voting over allegations of electoral irregularities…

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"Everything will be responded to": Dilip Ghosh on threats to Jhalmuri vendor who served PM Modi

West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh has warned of firm action against those creating tension. This follows alleged threats to a jhalmuri vendor who served Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Ghosh stated such attempts to disturb peace will be met with a strong response.

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Leader of opposition not allotted room in Bengal assembly: TMC

The Trinamool Congress has raised concerns about the functioning of democratic institutions in the West Bengal assembly. The party alleges that the Leader of the Opposition has not been provided with a room. Trinamool Congress legislators are reportedly sitting in the assembly lobby. The party has warned of a protest…

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Calcutta HC grants TMC's Abhishek Banerjee protection from coercive action over his rally remarks

The Calcutta High Court has stepped in to offer relief to TMC's Abhishek Banerjee, postponing any punitive action against him until July 31 linked to an FIR filed after his speech at a public meeting last month.

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‘They won’t get more than 5-7 thousand votes’: BJP’s Panda targets TMC in Falta

Repolling is underway in Falta Assembly constituency. BJP candidate Debangshu Panda stated voting is peaceful and voters are participating. He expressed confidence in a significant BJP victory. The Election Commission ordered fresh polling due to alleged irregularities. Trinamool Congress leader Jahangir Khan had previously withdrawn from the contest. Counting of…

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Bengal’s Falta repoll records 43% turnout till 11 am; voting peaceful

Falta polling Voters turned out in large numbers for the repoll in Falta Assembly constituency. By 11 am, nearly 43 percent of eligible voters had cast their ballots. Security was significantly increased for the repoll. No disturbances were reported from any polling station. Long queues were observed at booths since…

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Absence of many MLAs from TMC's protest triggers chatter amid party's post-poll churn

In Trinamool Congress's first protest after the West Bengal Assembly elections, attendance was notably sparse with many MLAs missing. Their absence raised eyebrows and led to conjecture about fractures within the party.

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Centre accords 'Y' category CISF security to TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar

The Centre has provided 'Y' category armed security cover to senior Trinamool Congress leader and Lok Sabha MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, with protection deployed from May 19, an officials said here on Wednesday.

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Repoll in Falta: Election Commission of India doubles security arrangements in West Bengal for peaceful voting

Ahead of the repoll in Falta, Election Commission of India has significantly strengthened security measures across sensitive polling areas in West Bengal. The Commission is deploying double the number of central forces to ensure free and fair voting following concerns over alleged irregularities during the earlier polling phase. Enhanced surveillance…

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Why did TMC candidate Jahangir Khan withdraw from Falta just 2 days before repoll?

Why did TMC's Jahangir Khan withdraw: Just days before the Falta repoll in West Bengal, TMC candidate Jahangir Khan abruptly withdrew from the contest, citing a “special package” announced for the constituency and his desire for peace and development in the area. While the TMC called it his “personal decision,”…

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Lionel Messi tour organiser files complaint against ex-Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas, former top cop for 'sabotaging' event

Lionel Messi tour organiser Satadru Dutta has filed a police complaint. He alleges former West Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas and others caused chaos at the Salt Lake stadium. Dutta claims he was made a scapegoat. The new sports minister has ordered a fresh probe into the incident. Dutta seeks…

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TMC ruckus: Dy CM Shinde says 'minor bickerings' happen, issues will be resolved

In a recent statement, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde of Maharashtra acknowledged the skirmishes between Shiv Sena and BJP members within the Thane Municipal Corporation. He emphasized that such minor disputes are part of political dynamics but reassured the public that they will be resolved amicably. The dialogue involved concerns…

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Abhishek Banerjee moves Calcutta HC seeking quashing of FIR against him

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has approached the Calcutta High Court. He seeks to quash an FIR registered against him. The FIR relates to alleged inflammatory remarks made during the recent West Bengal assembly elections. A social activist filed the complaint. The police registered the FIR on May 15. The…

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AAP leader Deepak Singla arrested by ED in alleged bank fraud case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday arrested Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Deepak Singla in connection with an alleged bank fraud case, officials said.

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West Bengal: TMC MLA Dilip Mondal's son held with firearms in Bengal

Police have arrested Arghya Mondal, son of TMC MLA Dilip Mondal, and five others. They were apprehended in Bakkhali-Fraserganj with firearms. Two pistols and six mobile phones were seized. Arghya Mondal also faces allegations of threatening BJP workers. The MLA himself is currently absconding.

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TMC MPs visit vandalised party offices in South 24 Parganas; Susmita Dev slams 'bulldozer politics'

Trinamool Congress MPs visited party offices and met workers affected by recent clashes. They alleged opposition workers are intimidating TMC members and disrupting democracy. The BJP countered, accusing the TMC of diverting attention from its electoral defeat and past worker atrocities. Post-poll violence remains a significant concern in West Bengal.

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TMC cries foul over 'selective FIR' against Abhishek Banerjee

Ghosh questioned the FIR against Banerjee and said that the TMC should not be targeted only because the party lost the West Bengal assembly elections, terming the situation "not acceptable."

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West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari targets Abhishek Banerjee, alleges Diamond Harbour people denied voting rights for decade

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has accused local MP Abhishek Banerjee of suppressing voting rights in Diamond Harbour for ten years. Adhikari stated that the upcoming repolling in Falta will restore these rights. He also announced a probe into properties owned by Leaps and Bounds, a company linked to…

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