Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Questions Durgapur Rape Survivor's Late-Night Campus Exit, Sparks Controversy
Oct 12, 2025 06:06 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee faces criticism for questioning how a 23-year-old MBBS student who was gang-raped in Durgapur left her private medical college campus at night. The BJP has accused Banerjee of victim-blaming while the victim's father plans to relocate her to Odisha citing safety concerns. Three suspects have been arrested as authorities from both states respond to the incident.
Three Arrested in Gang-Rape of Odisha Medical Student in West Bengal's Durgapur: Investigation Ongoing
Oct 12, 2025 05:17 pm CST
Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the gang-rape of a 23-year-old MBBS student from Odisha near a private medical college in Durgapur, West Bengal. The victim, who studies at IQ City Medical College, was attacked after being separated from her companion on Friday night. While the survivor receives treatment and psychological counseling, authorities have promised swift justice as political tensions rise between West Bengal and Odisha governments over women's safety concerns.
Odisha Student Gang Rape Case: Victim's Friend Under Investigation as West Bengal Police Makes Multiple Arrests
Oct 12, 2025 04:55 pm CST
A 23-year-old Odisha medical student was allegedly gang-raped near her college campus in Durgapur, West Bengal, leading to three arrests and one detention. The National Commission for Women has called for investigation of the victim's friend who fled the scene, while political tensions rise between BJP and the Mamata Banerjee government over women's safety concerns.
Odisha MBBS Student Gangraped in Bengal: Father Cites Safety Concerns, Plans to Return Home
Oct 12, 2025 04:26 pm CST
The father of a 23-year-old MBBS student from Odisha, who was gangraped in West Bengal's Durgapur, has decided to take his daughter back home citing safety concerns. The second-year medical student was attacked while out with a friend Friday night, with three arrests made so far. The incident has sparked political tensions between Bengal and Odisha governments, with Chief Ministers of both states responding to the case that comes amid growing concerns about women's safety in educational institutions.
Trinamool Congress Launches Unprecedented 100 'Bijoya Sammelani' Meetings Focusing on Electoral Roll Revision Before 2026 Elections
Oct 11, 2025 05:59 pm CST
The Trinamool Congress is organizing 100 'Bijoya Sammelani' meetings in a single day across Bengal, focusing on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and voter outreach initiatives. Coordinated by Abhishek Banerjee's office, this unprecedented campaign features over 50 speakers and represents the party's final large-scale grassroots program before the critical 2026 elections, with special emphasis on electoral roll verification and party worker mobilization.
Election Commission Demands Video Evidence of Mamata Banerjee's Threats Against West Bengal Electoral Officer
Oct 11, 2025 05:39 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has requested video footage of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allegedly threatening West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer with corruption allegations. This unprecedented situation has prompted BJP opposition to demand action, claiming the threats undermine democratic processes months before state elections.
Tensions Rise as Mamata Banerjee Warns West Bengal Electoral Officer Amid Voter List Revision Controversy
Oct 10, 2025 02:50 am CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has issued a stern warning to the state's Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal, amid an ongoing voter list revision process. The confrontation comes as the Election Commission prepares for a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, with BJP opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari claiming approximately 1 crore names will be removed from Bengal's voters list. This escalating political tension highlights the contentious electoral landscape ahead of upcoming state elections.
Calcutta High Court Accepts PIL for NIA Probe into Attack on BJP Leaders During Flood Relief
Oct 09, 2025 05:33 pm CST
The Calcutta High Court has granted permission for a Public Interest Litigation requesting an NIA investigation into the attack on BJP MP Khagen Murmu and MLA Sankar Ghosh during flood relief distribution in northern Bengal. The incident has sparked political tensions between BJP and Trinamool Congress, with Prime Minister Modi condemning Bengal's law and order situation while four arrests have been made so far.
BJP MP Khagen Murmu Attacked During Flood Relief Visit, Refutes CM Mamata Banerjee's Claims
Oct 09, 2025 01:58 am CST
BJP MP Khagen Murmu was violently attacked while distributing flood relief in Jalpaiguri, sustaining serious injuries including a broken cheekbone. He strongly denies Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's assertion that locals initiated the attack, claiming instead that TMC supporters were responsible. The incident has escalated political tensions in West Bengal, with the Governor issuing an ultimatum to restore law and order.
TMC Office Vandalized in Tripura: Political Tensions Rise Between BJP and Trinamool Congress
Oct 08, 2025 01:26 am CST
The Trinamool Congress headquarters in Agartala was allegedly attacked by BJP's youth wing members, escalating political tensions between the two parties. A TMC delegation from Kolkata will visit to assess the damage, while BJP held protests over a separate attack on their representatives in West Bengal. This incident highlights the growing political rivalry between BJP and TMC in northeastern India ahead of upcoming elections.