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š° BJP Seeks Action Against Mamata Banerjee Over Alleged MCC Violation
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 āgrave and disturbing public sta

Laxmi Galani
5 days ago1 min read


š° āI Am the Candidate in All 294 Seatsā: Mamata Banerjeeās Strong Message Ahead of Bengal Polls
In a bold and symbolic statement ahead of the Assembly elections in West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, chief of the All India Trinamool CongressĀ (TMC), declared that she considers herself the candidate in all 294 constituenciesĀ of the state. š³ļø āHave Faith in Meā: Mamataās Appeal Addressing party workers and voters, Mamata Banerjee urged the electorate to place their trust in her leadership, saying: āForget who your local candidate is ā I am the candidate everywhere.ā Her stateme

Laxmi Galani
6 days ago1 min read


š° West Bengal Assembly Polls: Congress Announces 284 Candidates, Fields Key Leaders
The Indian National CongressĀ has released a comprehensive list of 284 candidatesĀ for the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal, signaling a strong and independent push in the stateās high-stakes political contest. š³ļø Heavyweights in the Fray Among the Ų£ŲØŲ±Ų² 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 partyās strategy of banking on exper

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6 days ago1 min read


š° Bengal Elections 2026: From Kitchens to Barber Shops, Candidates Try Unique Ways to Woo Voters
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 familiesāespecially targeting women voters. These interactions are being showca

Laxmi Galani
Mar 282 min read


š° Bengal Poll Battle Heats Up: Abhishek Banerjee Takes Campaign to Nandigram, Targets Suvendu Adhikari
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 partyās campaign by stepping into Nandigramāconsidered the stronghold of senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Suvendu Adhikari. Addressing a workersā meeting in Nandigram, Abhishek Banerjee launched a direct attack on Adhikari and the BJP, signaling TMCās aggressive intent to reclaim the p

Laxmi Galani
Mar 282 min read


š° Bengal Polls: Candidates Go Offbeat to Win Hearts, From Kitchens to Barber Shops
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 spacesāvisiting local kitchens, working alongside homemakers, and even trying their hand at cooking regional dishes. These

Laxmi Galani
Mar 282 min read


š° āNew Votersā in Bengal Face SIR Adjudication Trap, Citizenship Gains Under Scrutiny
Thousands of residents in West Bengalāmany of whom became Indian citizens following the landmark India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreementāare now facing fresh uncertainty over their voting rights after being placed āunder adjudicationā 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

Laxmi Galani
Mar 282 min read


š° Mamata Banerjee Slams ECI Over Non-Publication of SIR Supplementary List, Calls It āMurder of Democracyā
In a sharp attack on the Election Commission of IndiaĀ (ECI), Mamata BanerjeeĀ 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 āmurder of democracyā 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

Laxmi Galani
Mar 282 min read


Nearly Half of Electoral Dispute Cases Resolved in West Bengal: CEO
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 votersā list. The CEO noted that sustained efforts by election authorities at the district and booth levels have h

Laxmi Galani
Mar 242 min read


š° West Bengal Polls 2026: AIMIM to Ally with Humayun Kabirās AJUP, Candidates Announced for 149 Seats
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

Laxmi Galani
Mar 231 min read


š° Babri Mosque Sentiment Sparks Political Debate in West Bengal: Humayun Kabirās Bold Claim
In a statement that has stirred political discussions ahead of upcoming elections, Humayun KabirĀ suggested that the emotional resonance surrounding the Babri Masjid demolitionĀ could influence electoral outcomes in West Bengal, potentially paving the way for a Muslim Chief Minister or Deputy Chief Minister in the state. š Key Highlights Electoral Strategy & AlliancesKabir revealed that his political outfit is preparing to contest 182 Assembly seatsĀ in alliance with the All In

Laxmi Galani
Mar 201 min read


š° TMC Ticket Denial Triggers Protests, Discontent Among MLAs Ahead of Polls
Kolkata: Ā The Trinamool CongressĀ 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 ą¤Øą„ą¤¤ą¤¾ą¤ą¤. 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 constituenciesĀ as part of a major reshuffle ahead of the elections. ā ļø Protests and Resentment Soon after the an

Laxmi Galani
Mar 192 min read


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

Laxmi Galani
Mar 182 min read


West Bengal Assembly Election 2026: Bengali āAsmitaā, Matua Factor and Urban Discontent Emerge as Key Issues
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

Laxmi Galani
Mar 162 min read


Election Commission Removes Top Officials in Poll-Bound West Bengal, Orders Immediate Transfers
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 Commissionās directive, the Chief Secretary and the Home Secretary of West Bengal have been removed from their current positions with immediate effect. T

Laxmi Galani
Mar 162 min read


š¤ Former West Bengal Governor Ananda Bose Reconciles with Educationistsā Forum Head Omprakash Mishra
Kolkata :Ā In a significant development, former C. V. Ananda BoseĀ has resolved differences with Omprakash Mishra, the head of the Educationistsā 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

Laxmi Galani
Mar 131 min read


Two Accused in Bangladesh Political Leader Osman Hadiās Murder Arrested by Bengal STF
The West Bengal Special Task ForceĀ (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 BongaonĀ in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. The suspects were reportedly attempting to hide in the area with plans to cross back into BangladeshĀ when an opportunity arose. Attempt to Escape Across the Border O

Laxmi Galani
Mar 102 min read


Protesters Show Black Flags to CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Kolkata, Raise āGo Backā Slogans
A group of protesters waved black flags and shouted āgo backā slogans at Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh KumarĀ 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

Laxmi Galani
Mar 102 min read


Mamata Banerjee Calls for Protests Against LPG Price Hike on International Womenās Day
Mamata BanerjeeĀ has called on women supporters of her party to stage protests against the recent LPG price hikeĀ and alleged voter list deletions. The appeal was made during a political programme in West BengalĀ 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 CongressĀ to organise rallies and demonstrations across the state. She said the protests should highlight the fi

Laxmi Galani
Mar 92 min read


President Upset With Bengal Government Over Protocol Issue, Venue Shift of Tribal Conference Sparks Political Row
A fresh political controversy has erupted in West BengalĀ after reports emerged that the Droupadi MurmuĀ expressed displeasure over the alleged denial of proper protocol and the sudden shifting of the venue of a tribal conference Ā scheduled during her visit to the state. The development has triggered a strong political reaction, with Narendra ModiĀ calling the incident āshameful and unprecedented.ā Ā Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata BanerjeeĀ has rejected the criticism

Laxmi Galani
Mar 92 min read
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