West Bengal politics
Trinamool Congress Distances Itself from MLA's Controversial Babri Masjid Plan in West Bengal
Nov 28, 2025 09:55 pm CST
A political controversy has erupted in West Bengal as TMC MLA Humayun Kabir announces plans to build a mosque modeled after Babri Masjid on December 6, prompting his party to distance itself and BJP to allege deliberate polarization ahead of upcoming assembly elections. The announcement has created tensions in the communally sensitive Murshidabad district, with posters announcing the event being vandalized across Beldanga.
Rahul Gandhi and BJP Clash Over West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision Exercise
Nov 24, 2025 12:19 am CST
The political battleground shifts to West Bengal as Rahul Gandhi and BJP clash over the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision exercise. Following contentious implementation in Bihar, the voter roll cleanup initiative faces strong opposition from Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress, with concerns over BLO deaths and allegations of democratic undermining, while BJP maintains the exercise is necessary and legitimate.
Calcutta High Court Orders Investigation into Teacher's Humiliation by TMC Municipality Chairman
Nov 22, 2025 06:30 pm CST
The Jalpaiguri Circuit Bench of Calcutta High Court has directed an investigation into an incident where a female teacher was forced to perform sit-ups by Saikat Chatterjee, chairman of both her school's managing committee and the TMC-run Jalpaiguri Municipality. Justice Kaushik Chanda described the conduct as "obnoxious" and demanded a detailed report within two weeks following the viral video that sparked widespread condemnation.
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.
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.
Bengal Governor Conducts Raj Bhavan Security Sweep After Trinamool MP's Weapons Stockpile Allegations
Nov 17, 2025 08:08 pm CST
Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose ordered a comprehensive search of Raj Bhavan involving police and security forces after Trinamool MP Kalyan Banerjee alleged that BJP criminals and weapons were being harbored there. The search found nothing suspicious, intensifying the political conflict between TMC and BJP ahead of West Bengal's Assembly elections.
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.
TMC Rejects Modi's 'Jungle Raj' Claims: Predicts Mamata's Landslide Victory in 2026 Bengal Elections
Nov 15, 2025 01:00 am CST
In a fierce political exchange, TMC spokesperson Kunal Ghosh dismissed Prime Minister Modi's assertion that BJP's Bihar victory would translate to West Bengal success as "pure illusion." Ghosh confidently predicted Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee would secure a fourth term with over 250 seats in 2026, arguing that Bengal's political landscape differs fundamentally from Bihar's and refuting Modi's characterization of "jungle raj" in the state.
Calcutta High Court Disqualifies Trinamool's Mukul Roy Under Anti-Defection Law After BJP Challenge
Nov 13, 2025 11:07 pm CST
The Calcutta High Court has disqualified Trinamool leader Mukul Roy as an MLA under the anti-defection law, overturning the Speaker's decision to allow him to retain his seat after switching from BJP. The landmark judgment creates a vacancy in Krishnanagar North constituency, with BJP's Suvendu Adhikari hailing it as a "victory of the constitution."
Former West Bengal Minister Partha Chatterjee Released on Bail After Three Years in Cash-for-School Jobs Scam Case
Nov 12, 2025 01:37 am CST
Former West Bengal education minister Partha Chatterjee has been released on bail after more than three years in custody for his alleged involvement in a major cash-for-school jobs scam. The Trinamool Congress leader was arrested in July 2022 after authorities recovered over Rs 50 crore in cash and gold ornaments from properties linked to his associate. His release follows court proceedings that included specific bail conditions while the investigation into widespread recruitment irregularities in West Bengal schools continues.