Mamata Banerjee
Bengal Woman Dies by Suicide Due to Anxiety Over Voter List Revision: Family Claims Mental Stress from SIR Exercise
Nov 30, 2025 04:51 pm CST
A 40-year-old unmarried woman from West Bengal allegedly set herself on fire due to anxiety over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) voter list exercise. Her family blames the central government for her death, while the Trinamool Congress claims at least 40 people have died due to stress from this controversial electoral process that has identified 18.70 lakh dead voters still on electoral rolls.
Trinamool Congress Accuses Election Commission of Negligence in Booth Officials' Deaths During West Bengal Electoral Roll Revision
Nov 28, 2025 06:46 pm CST
The Trinamool Congress has launched a fierce attack on the Election Commission of India, accusing Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of responsibility for the deaths of 38 Booth Level Officers in West Bengal during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The party claims this revision process specifically targets Bengali and minority voters, raising serious questions about electoral fairness ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections while the Supreme Court has affirmed the legality of the process despite ongoing controversy.
Parliament's Winter Session 2025: Key Debates on Vande Mataram, SIR, and Critical Legislation
Nov 28, 2025 02:47 pm CST
The upcoming Winter Session of Parliament, scheduled from December 1-19, will focus on significant discussions including the 150th anniversary of "Vande Mataram," the controversial Special Intensive Revision of voter lists in nine states, and ten important bills related to nuclear energy and higher education. While the government emphasizes national unity through the Vande Mataram debate, opposition parties prepare to challenge electoral revisions and raise concerns about unemployment and air pollution in Delhi-NCR.
BJP Leader Alleges Doctors Coerced to Link Suicides to Special Intensive Revision Process
Nov 27, 2025 02:59 am CST
BJP leader Locket Chatterjee has alleged doctors are being forced to attribute suicides to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in death certificates. This claim comes amid controversy surrounding BLO deaths across seven states and ongoing protests against the electoral roll revision in West Bengal, where Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called the process "unplanned, chaotic and dangerous."
Mamata Banerjee Defends National Slogans: "Jai Hind and Vande Mataram Are Our Heritage"
Nov 27, 2025 02:05 am CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized Rajya Sabha's new guidelines prohibiting national slogans like "Jai Hind" and "Vande Mataram" in Parliament. She defended these expressions as integral to India's independence movement and cultural identity while raising concerns about threats to democracy, citizenship rights, and Bengal's historical contributions to the nation's freedom struggle.
Religious Politics Heats Up Bengal Election: Mamata's Temple Push Faces BJP Criticism
Nov 26, 2025 08:30 pm CST
Mamata Banerjee's temple construction initiatives ahead of Bengal's Assembly election have drawn criticism from BJP, who claim it's a 'divide and rule' strategy following Trinamool MLA Humayun Kabir's mosque plans. Political analysts view these religious projects as strategic attempts to influence Hindu voters, particularly in northern districts where BJP previously held an edge.
Indian Leaders Unite on Constitution Day: Modi Calls for Strengthening Values While Opposition Pledges Protection
Nov 26, 2025 01:47 pm CST
On India's Constitution Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to uphold constitutional values while Opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mamata Banerjee committed to defending the document against perceived threats. The annual November 26 celebration marks the Constitution's adoption in 1949, with leaders across the political spectrum highlighting its role in preserving India's democratic foundation and diversity.
Election Commission to Meet Trinamool Delegation Amid Protests Over Electoral Roll Revisions
Nov 26, 2025 07:19 am CST
The Election Commission of India has scheduled a meeting with a ten-member Trinamool Congress delegation on November 28 to address concerns about the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has voiced strong opposition to the SIR exercise, questioning its implementation across multiple states and assuring voters their names won't be removed from electoral lists. Meanwhile, opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari has accused the TMC government of violating neutrality principles during the revision process.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's Convoy Halted by Family Protesting Over Deceased Man's Missing Eye
Nov 26, 2025 02:18 am CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's convoy was temporarily stopped on Jessore Road by family members protesting the removal of their deceased relative's eye while in the Barasat Medical College morgue. The Chief Minister promised a thorough investigation and offered employment to the deceased's mother. The incident involved 34-year-old Pritam Ghosh, whose family discovered the missing eye when collecting his body.
Mamata Banerjee Confronts BJP Over Helicopter Cancellation: "Don't Play With Me"
Nov 25, 2025 08:45 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of sabotaging her helicopter journey to Bongaon, turning the setback into a campaign opportunity while warning political opponents not to underestimate her resolve. The incident occurs amid rising tensions over electoral roll revisions that have reportedly caused panic in refugee communities.