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West Bengal Government Takes Swift Action Following Messi Event Chaos: Abhishek Banerjee Confirms
Dec 17, 2025 07:43 am CST
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee confirmed that the West Bengal government has taken decisive action following the chaotic Lionel Messi event, including the sports minister's resignation and disciplinary measures against officials. He highlighted that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee apologized within an hour of the incident where angry spectators vandalized the stadium after Messi's early exit.
Himanta Sarma Demands Mamata Banerjee's Arrest Following Chaos at Messi's Kolkata Event
Dec 14, 2025 10:44 am CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has called for the arrest of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over the mismanagement of football icon Lionel Messi's Kolkata event. Sarma criticized the "complete breakdown of law and order" during the GOAT Tour 2025, blaming excessive VIP culture for ruining the fan experience and causing subsequent vandalism at Salt Lake Stadium when Messi departed early.
Bankim Chandra's Family Praises PM Modi's Recognition of 'Vande Mataram' Legacy on 150th Anniversary
Dec 09, 2025 01:39 am CST
The family of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, composer of India's National Song 'Vande Mataram', has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for commemorating the song's 150th anniversary. Grandson Sajal Chattopadhyay expressed disappointment with the West Bengal government for neglecting his grandfather's legacy while calling for greater recognition nationwide through institutions similar to those honoring Rabindranath Tagore.