Gorkhaland Territorial Administration
Gorkha Leader Threatens Mass Resignations from GTA Following Dispute Over Central Interlocutor Appointment
Nov 21, 2025 10:41 pm CST
Indian Gorkha Janshakti Front chief Ajoy Edwards has warned of mass resignations from the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration after West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee objected to the Centre's appointment of an interlocutor for Darjeeling hills. Edwards claims the GTA has become a "failed, non-functional body" with its 2021 agreement never properly implemented, highlighting growing political tensions ahead of 2026 Assembly elections.
BJP MP Raju Bista's Convoy Attacked in Flood-Hit Darjeeling, Claims Political Conspiracy
Oct 19, 2025 12:48 am CST
BJP's Darjeeling MP Raju Bista's convoy was attacked with stones near Jorebunglow while returning from flood survey work. Bista claims the attack, which follows an Interlocutor announcement, was politically motivated to disturb regional peace. This incident occurs days after similar attacks on other BJP leaders distributing flood relief in North Bengal.
Mamata Banerjee Demands Revocation of Gorkha Interlocutor Appointment in Letter to PM Modi Citing Federalism Concerns
Oct 18, 2025 07:44 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing shock over the unilateral appointment of an interlocutor for Gorkha-related discussions. She argues this decision violates cooperative federalism principles as it bypasses state consultation on matters directly affecting the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration, an autonomous body under the West Bengal government, and requests immediate revocation to preserve peace in the region.
Devastating Floods and Landslides in North Bengal: Death Toll Rises to 28 as Rescue Operations Continue
Oct 06, 2025 08:55 pm CST
Rescue operations are ongoing in northern West Bengal as the death toll from devastating floods and landslides reaches 28. Thousands of tourists remain stranded in isolated hill areas while continuous rainfall hampers recovery efforts. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced compensation for victims' families as officials warn of continued heavy rainfall and risk of additional landslides.
Darjeeling Landslides Death Toll Reaches 24: Rescue Operations Continue as Thousands of Tourists Remain Stranded
Oct 06, 2025 02:51 pm CST
The devastating landslides in Darjeeling have claimed 24 lives as NDRF teams continue rescue operations in challenging conditions. Thousands of tourists remain stranded in hill areas, while officials warn of potential additional landslides due to ongoing heavy rainfall. Relief camps have been established as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee prepares to visit the affected regions.
17 Dead After Heavy Rain Triggers Landslides in Darjeeling, Cuts Off Sikkim
Oct 05, 2025 06:22 pm CST
Heavy rainfall in Darjeeling has resulted in 17 fatalities and numerous landslides, cutting off road connections to Sikkim. Authorities have closed tourist spots and established emergency hotlines as rescue operations continue. The weather office predicts continued rainfall until October 7 with potential flash floods in North Bengal.
Devastating Floods in Darjeeling: 17 Dead, Tourists Advised to Stay Put as Rescue Operations Underway
Oct 05, 2025 05:49 pm CST
Severe flooding and landslides have claimed at least 17 lives in Darjeeling, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee advising tourists to remain where they are until police can safely evacuate them. Following sudden heavy rainfall exceeding 300mm in 12 hours, multiple districts in North Bengal are underwater, critical bridges have collapsed, and road access to Sikkim has been cut off. State authorities have established 24/7 control rooms while Prime Minister Modi and other officials have pledged full support for rescue and relief operations.