Trinamool Congress
Trinamool Congress Rallies to Secure Matua Community Support Amid SIR Challenges in West Bengal
Nov 22, 2025 12:40 am CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will hold a strategic rally in Thakurnagar to appeal to the divided Matua community, which is struggling with documentation challenges under the Special Intensive Revision process despite CAA implementation. With Matuas influencing up to 70 assembly seats, TMC is working to consolidate this critical voting bloc ahead of upcoming state elections.
TMC Intensifies Voter Revision Campaign With Strategic Focus On Matua Community in West Bengal
Nov 21, 2025 05:57 pm CST
Abhishek Banerjee to address 10,000 TMC leaders virtually regarding the Special Intensive Revision exercise in West Bengal, with particular emphasis on North Bengal's Matua community. The party aims to ensure all legitimate voters are included before the ECI publishes its first draft list on December 9, while strategically challenging BJP's stronghold in key regions.
Political Tensions Erupt Between Trinamool and BJP Following Bangladesh Earthquake Tremors in Kolkata
Nov 21, 2025 03:59 pm CST
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake in Bangladesh caused tremors in Kolkata, sparking political confrontation between BJP and Trinamool Congress over the ongoing voter roll revision process in West Bengal. The natural disaster became a catalyst for renewed accusations between Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and opposition leaders amid concerns about the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision procedures.
Enforcement Directorate Raids 42 Locations in Bengal and Jharkhand Over Illegal Coal Operations
Nov 21, 2025 02:03 pm CST
The Enforcement Directorate conducted major raids across Bengal and Jharkhand targeting illegal coal operations, seizing substantial cash and jewelry. Over 100 officers searched homes, offices, and coal facilities, recovering bundles of currency notes totaling crores of rupees and multiple boxes of gold jewelry. These actions may increase political tensions between the Trinamool Congress and BJP ahead of upcoming elections.
BJP's Strategic Blueprint for West Bengal Elections: Targeting Mamata's Trinamool Congress with Multi-Pronged Approach
Nov 18, 2025 02:34 am CST
Following their Bihar victory, BJP is implementing a comprehensive strategy to challenge Mamata Banerjee's dominance in West Bengal ahead of the 2026 elections. The party is strengthening its organizational structure across 70,000 booths, deploying senior leadership, and focusing on key issues including women's safety, employment, and alleged corruption while targeting 160 assembly seats.
Madhya Pradesh High Court Stays Arrest Warrant Against Trinamool MP Abhishek Banerjee in Defamation Case
Nov 18, 2025 01:12 am CST
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has granted relief to Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee by staying an arrest warrant issued in a defamation case filed by former BJP MLA Akash Vijayvargiya. Justice Pramod Kumar Agarwal suspended the warrant and scheduled the next hearing for December 18, requesting responses from all involved parties within a week. The case originated from Banerjee's alleged remarks calling Vijayvargiya a "goon" during a 2020 public meeting in Kolkata.
Trinamool MP Condemns Modi's Bengal Remarks: "BJP Insults Our Cultural Icons and Identity"
Nov 15, 2025 02:18 pm CST
Following Prime Minister Modi's comments suggesting Bihar's election victory paves the way for BJP's success in West Bengal, Trinamool Congress MP Sagarika Ghose delivered a fierce rebuttal accusing the BJP of treating Bengal as a conquest and disrespecting Bengali culture, language and icons. Ghose defended Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's leadership while criticizing the central government's approach to federalism and treatment of Bengali-speaking citizens.
Prashant Kishor: From Successful Poll Strategist to Electoral Defeat in Bihar's Jan Suraaj Experiment
Nov 14, 2025 10:21 pm CST
Political strategist Prashant Kishor, known for orchestrating numerous electoral victories for leaders across India, faced a significant setback as his own Jan Suraaj Party failed to win a single seat in Bihar's elections. Despite an energetic campaign and strong social media presence, Kishor's transition from kingmaker to candidate revealed the substantial gap between political consultancy and electoral success, highlighting the complex realities of Bihar's political landscape.
BJP Sets Sights on West Bengal After Bihar Victory, Trinamool Responds with Dismissive Meme
Nov 14, 2025 07:04 pm CST
Following their resounding success in Bihar's elections, the BJP has publicly declared West Bengal as their next electoral target, prompting a dismissive meme response from the ruling Trinamool Congress. With West Bengal elections scheduled within six months, political tensions are rising as the BJP aims to build on their previous record of 77 seats against Mamata Banerjee's 215-seat government.
BJP Signals West Bengal as Next Target Following NDA's Bihar Election Victory
Nov 14, 2025 04:22 pm CST
Following its strong performance in Bihar's assembly elections, the BJP has set its sights on West Bengal for the upcoming 2026 elections. Senior BJP leader Amit Malviya highlighted the party's growth from 3 to 77 seats in Bengal's previous election and claimed widespread dissatisfaction with Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress government, citing incidents like Sandeshkhali and communal tensions across the state.