Trinamool Congress
Trinamool's Strategic Response to Polarization Ahead of West Bengal Elections
Dec 14, 2025 12:49 am CST
As West Bengal approaches crucial Assembly elections, the Trinamool Congress is implementing a multi-faceted strategy to counter BJP's polarization attempts. Following suspended MLA Humayun Kabir's controversial 'Babri Masjid' announcement, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is focusing on Bengali cultural identity, enhancing welfare schemes, and highlighting alleged BJP connections to counter-polarization tactics while protecting the party's Muslim voter base amid the ongoing Special Intensive Revision process.
Chaos Erupts at Lionel Messi's Kolkata Visit: Fans Riot After Failed Glimpse of Football Icon
Dec 13, 2025 09:16 pm CST
Lionel Messi's highly anticipated visit to Kolkata ended in disaster as thousands of football fans who paid premium prices couldn't see the superstar amid tight security and poor event management. The chaos escalated to vandalism and riots, prompting political backlash, a public apology from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, and the arrest of the event organizer as authorities ordered full refunds for disappointed spectators.
Chaos at Lionel Messi's Kolkata Event: BJP Slams Mamata Banerjee for "Complete Mismanagement"
Dec 13, 2025 06:57 pm CST
The visit of football superstar Lionel Messi to Kolkata descended into chaos at Salt Lake Stadium as angry fans breached security and vandalized property after being unable to see their idol. BJP leaders harshly criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress for alleged mismanagement, while Banerjee has apologized and announced an inquiry. The high-profile event, which cost attendees up to Rs 14,000 per ticket, was cut short amid the disorder, with political blame-trading following the international embarrassment.
Mamata Banerjee Issues Public Apology Following Chaos at Lionel Messi's Kolkata Event: Investigation Ordered
Dec 13, 2025 06:57 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has ordered an official inquiry and issued a public apology after Lionel Messi's appearance at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata descended into chaos. Fans who paid up to Rs 14,000 for tickets vandalized the stadium when unable to see the football superstar, forcing organizers to cut short the event and hurriedly escort Messi away. The incident has sparked political backlash with opposition BJP criticizing the event's security arrangements and management just months before elections.
PM Modi's Strategic West Bengal Rally: Addressing SIR Controversy in Matua-Dominated Taherpur
Dec 13, 2025 07:54 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address a strategic rally in Taherpur, Nadia district on December 20, amid growing tensions over the Special Intensive Revision exercise opposed by Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress. This visit to the Matua-dominated constituency comes just days after the draft voter list publication, highlighting its political significance ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
AIMIM Bengal Unit Seeks Alliance with Trinamool Rebel Humayun Kabir for Upcoming West Bengal Elections
Dec 12, 2025 08:08 pm CST
AIMIM's Bengal unit chief Imran Solani reveals ongoing alliance talks with Trinamool rebel MLA Humayun Kabir, who plans to launch his own party targeting Muslim voters. AIMIM aims to contest strongly in minority-dominated districts, with Asaduddin Owaisi taking a more aggressive stance in the upcoming West Bengal elections. Solani claims Mamata Banerjee faces challenges due to perceived neglect of minority concerns.
Sandeshkhali Key Witness Survives Deadly Attack, Accuses Jailed Trinamool Leader of Murder Plot
Dec 12, 2025 02:11 pm CST
Bholanath Ghosh, a crucial witness in the Sandeshkhali case, survived a devastating truck collision that killed his son and driver while en route to court. Ghosh accuses imprisoned former Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan of orchestrating the attack from behind bars, claiming the driver was Shahjahan's associate and that he had received death threats days before the incident.
Election Commission Extends Special Intensive Revision Deadlines in Six States While Bengal's Timeline Remains Unchanged
Dec 11, 2025 07:28 pm CST
The Election Commission has extended the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise for voter roll cleanup in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands, while maintaining original deadlines for West Bengal and other states. This extension follows criticism from opposition parties about impractical timelines overburdening election officials, with updated publication dates for draft electoral rolls now scheduled throughout December.
Mamata Banerjee Warns Bengal Women to Prepare for Voter List Challenges Amid SIR Controversy
Dec 11, 2025 06:53 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has issued strong warnings to residents regarding the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, urging women to be ready with kitchen tools if their names are deleted. During a rally in Krishnagar, she criticized the BJP's alleged divisive tactics, defended religious harmony, and cautioned citizens against approaching BSF posts in border areas, highlighting growing tensions ahead of upcoming elections.
The Shifting Landscape of Muslim Politics in West Bengal: Humayun Kabir's Challenge to Trinamool Dominance
Dec 11, 2025 04:37 pm CST
This in-depth analysis examines how suspended Trinamool MLA Humayun Kabir's plans to build a Babri Masjid-styled mosque and form a new political party could reshape Muslim politics in West Bengal. With Muslims constituting 27% of Bengal's population and traditionally supporting Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool, Kabir's challenge threatens to fragment this crucial voting bloc ahead of the 2026 elections. The article explores historical voting patterns, regional Muslim identity dynamics, and the potential electoral implications of this political realignment, comparing it to AIMIM's similar strategy in Bihar's Seemanchal region.