West Bengal Desk

The Bharatiya Janata Party has approached the Election Commission of India, seeking action against Mamata Banerjee for alleged violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during ongoing political activities in West Bengal. A BJP delegation, which included Union Ministers Piyush Goyal, Kiren Rijiju, and party leader Sukanta Majumdar, submitted a formal complaint to the poll body. The delegation alleged that the West Bengal Chief Minister made “grave and disturbing public sta

In a bold and symbolic statement ahead of the Assembly elections in West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, chief of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), declared that she considers herself the candidate in all 294 constituencies of the state. 🗳️ “Have Faith in Me”: Mamata’s Appeal Addressing party workers and voters, Mamata Banerjee urged the electorate to place their trust in her leadership, saying: “Forget who your local candidate is — I am the candidate everywhere.” Her stateme

The Indian National Congress has released a comprehensive list of 284 candidates for the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal, signaling a strong and independent push in the state’s high-stakes political contest. 🗳️ Heavyweights in the Fray Among the أبرز names in the list are senior leaders: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, former Leader of the Congress in the Lok Sabha Mausam Benazir Noor, former Rajya Sabha MP Their inclusion reflects the party’s strategy of banking on exper

As campaigning intensifies for the upcoming West Bengal Legislative Assembly election, candidates across West Bengal are ditching conventional rallies and speeches, opting instead for creative, ground-level engagement tactics to connect with voters. In a bid to appear more relatable and accessible, several candidates have been visiting households and stepping into kitchens, cooking meals alongside families—especially targeting women voters. These interactions are being showca

In a significant political move ahead of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly election, Abhishek Banerjee, General Secretary of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), intensified his party’s campaign by stepping into Nandigram—considered the stronghold of senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Suvendu Adhikari. Addressing a workers’ meeting in Nandigram, Abhishek Banerjee launched a direct attack on Adhikari and the BJP, signaling TMC’s aggressive intent to reclaim the p

As the political temperature rises ahead of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly election, candidates across party lines in West Bengal are adopting unconventional and creative strategies to connect with voters on a more personal level. Bengal Polls: Moving beyond traditional rallies and roadshows, several candidates have been seen stepping into everyday spaces—visiting local kitchens, working alongside homemakers, and even trying their hand at cooking regional dishes. These

Thousands of residents in West Bengal—many of whom became Indian citizens following the landmark India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement—are now facing fresh uncertainty over their voting rights after being placed “under adjudication” during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. These individuals largely belong to former enclaves that were exchanged between India and Bangladesh as part of the 2015 agreement, which ended decades of statelessness for enclave

In a sharp attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI), Mamata Banerjee has criticized the poll body for not making the first supplementary list of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls public. The West Bengal Chief Minister termed the move a “murder of democracy” and raised serious concerns over transparency and accountability in the electoral process. Addressing the media, Banerjee alleged that the non-availability of the supplementary list deprives c

The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of West Bengal has stated that almost half of the cases currently under adjudication related to electoral rolls have been successfully settled, marking significant progress in the ongoing revision and verification process. According to officials, these cases primarily involve disputes over inclusion and deletion of names from the voters’ list. The CEO noted that sustained efforts by election authorities at the district and booth levels have h

In a significant political development ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has decided to form an alliance with All India United Party (AJUP) led by Humayun Kabir. The alliance is expected to add a new dimension to the electoral contest in West Bengal, where political competition is already intense. Humayun Kabir announced that his party, AJUP, will contest 149 Assembly seats, marking an ambitious expansion of i

In a statement that has stirred political discussions ahead of upcoming elections, Humayun Kabir suggested that the emotional resonance surrounding the Babri Masjid demolition could influence electoral outcomes in West Bengal, potentially paving the way for a Muslim Chief Minister or Deputy Chief Minister in the state. 🔍 Key Highlights Electoral Strategy & AlliancesKabir revealed that his political outfit is preparing to contest 182 Assembly seats in alliance with the All In

Kolkata:  The Trinamool Congress is facing internal unrest after denying tickets to several sitting MLAs in its latest candidate list, leading to protests, disappointment, and even calls for retirement from some नेताओं. The party released its list of candidates on March 17, in which around 74 sitting legislators were dropped, while 15 MLAs were shifted to different constituencies as part of a major reshuffle ahead of the elections. ⚠️ Protests and Resentment Soon after the an

The latest data released by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has revealed a concerning trend: West Bengal recorded the highest number of acid attack cases in the country, even as overall crimes against women showed a marginal decline. 📊 Key Findings from NCRB Data India recorded a total of 207 acid attack cases in 2023 West Bengal alone accounted for 57 cases This translates to around 27.5% of all acid attacks nationwide These cases are registered under Section 326A

Kolkata : As the political battle intensifies ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections in West Bengal, several issues are shaping the electoral narrative, including the question of Bengali identity (asmita), the influence of the Matua community, and rising dissatisfaction among urban voters. The ruling All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are both focusing heavily on these themes as they attempt to consolidate support across different

Kolkata : In a major administrative move ahead of elections in West Bengal, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has ordered the removal and transfer of several top state officials, including the Chief Secretary and the Home Secretary, to ensure a neutral administrative environment during the poll process. According to the Commission’s directive, the Chief Secretary and the Home Secretary of West Bengal have been removed from their current positions with immediate effect. T

Kolkata : In a significant development, former C. V. Ananda Bose has resolved differences with Omprakash Mishra, the head of the Educationists’ Forum, during a recent meeting in Kolkata. The meeting marked a thaw in relations after a period of disagreement between the former governor and the academic body over issues related to the education sector in West Bengal. During the interaction, both sides reportedly held constructive discussions and expressed willingness to move for

The West Bengal Special Task Force (STF) has arrested two individuals accused of being involved in the murder of Bangladeshi political leader Osman Hadi, officials confirmed on Tuesday. According to police sources, the arrests were made in the border region of Bongaon in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. The suspects were reportedly attempting to hide in the area with plans to cross back into Bangladesh when an opportunity arose. Attempt to Escape Across the Border O

A group of protesters waved black flags and shouted “go back” slogans at Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar during his visit to Kolkata, creating a brief moment of tension amid heightened political activity in West Bengal. According to officials, the incident occurred when the Chief Election Commissioner arrived in the city for meetings related to electoral preparations and administrative reviews. As his convoy moved through the area, several individuals gathered nearb

Mamata Banerjee has called on women supporters of her party to stage protests against the recent LPG price hike and alleged voter list deletions. The appeal was made during a political programme in West Bengal ahead of the observance of International Women's Day. Call for Statewide Rallies The Chief Minister urged women associated with the ruling All India Trinamool Congress to organise rallies and demonstrations across the state. She said the protests should highlight the fi

A fresh political controversy has erupted in West Bengal after reports emerged that the Droupadi Murmu expressed displeasure over the alleged denial of proper protocol and the sudden shifting of the venue of a tribal conference  scheduled during her visit to the state. The development has triggered a strong political reaction, with Narendra Modi calling the incident “shameful and unprecedented.”  Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has rejected the criticism