Kolkata, April 28: The Election Commission has instructed police to take action following the viral spread of an objectionable meme video targeting West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, just ahead of the second phase of voting. According to officials from the Election Commission, the meme video was created specifically to target Banerjee. Although no formal ... Read more Election Commission Takes Action Against Viral Meme Targeting Mamata Banerjee

PM Narendra Modi expresses confidence of BJP forming govt in Bengal, vows to return for oath ceremony, while Mamata Banerjee holds roadshows as high-voltage campaigning ends.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee concluded her campaign for the 2026 assembly elections with a massive roadshow in south Kolkata. The six-kilometer event saw Banerjee accompanied by party leaders. Supporters lined the streets and rooftops to greet her. The roadshow covered several areas before concluding in the evening.

Firhad Hakim of the All India Trinamool Congress said the voter roll revision could backfire on the Bharatiya Janata Party in the West Bengal elections, claiming it has angered voters across communities. He said despite an aggressive BJP campaign led by central leaders, public support remains with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, and the TMC is likely to retain power.

The Calcutta High Court has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation seeking to cancel the candidature of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. Adhikari is contesting from the Bhabanipur constituency against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The court found no constitutional provision to cancel his nomination. Adhikari's lawyer stated the petition had political motives.

Lucknow, April 27: Danish Azad Ansari, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government, has made a significant claim regarding the upcoming elections in West Bengal. He expressed confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised to form a majority government in the state. Voting for 142 seats in the second phase is scheduled for ... Read more Mamata Banerjees Anxiety Grows Amid Change in Bengal: Danish Azad Ansari

Behala, April 27: In the lead-up to the second phase of voting for 142 seats in the West Bengal Assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah participated in a roadshow in Behala West on Monday evening. He stated that the final phase of voting in Bengal will create a new history, emphasizing that every vote ... Read more Amit Shah Dismisses Mamata Banerjees Allegations of Paid Crowds at Rallies

Phase 1 also saw a record 93 per cent voter turnout, a figure mired in controversy after the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls dropped 90.8 lakh names.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee hit the streets of Kolkata, visiting a local market to connect with vendors and shoppers. She discussed prices of essentials and assured continued state support. This move comes amid a political battle over cultural identity, with Banerjee also criticizing Prime Minister Modi's recent outreach events.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is confident of her party's victory in the upcoming elections. She cited overwhelming public support during recent rallies. Banerjee stated that the victory of Maa-Mati-Manush is inevitable. She emphasized Bengal's cultural heritage and warned against divisive forces. The Chief Minister highlighted her government's development initiatives, asserting they cannot be stopped.

Trinamool Congress State General Secretary Tanmay Ghosh has expressed confidence over the return of the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC government in West Bengal in the assembly elections, claiming that the party will win at least 230 to 250 seats.

While the first phase on April 23 (covering 152 seats) saw a record-breaking turnout of nearly 93%, the second phase features the most high- Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee defending her seat in Bhabanipur against the BJP's Leader of the Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari.

The NCSC has written to the Chief Secretary of West Bengal and the Director General of Police, directing them to submit a detailed report within three days of the receipt of the notice

New Delhi, April 26: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her sorrow on Sunday over the passing of celebrated photographer Raghu Rai. Banerjee took to social media platform X to share her grief, stating, I am deeply saddened by the demise of the great photographer Raghu Rai. For over half a century, he captured ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Mourns the Passing of Renowned Photographer Raghu Rai

Kolkata, April 27: The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) has taken suo motu cognizance of a video clip aired by a Bengali news channel. In this clip, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allegedly used derogatory language against members of the Scheduled Caste community. This intervention comes at a politically sensitive time, as assembly ... Read more NCST Takes Cognizance of Mamata Banerjees Comments on SC Community

Kolkata, April 27: During a recent roadshow in Kolkata, Union Minister JP Nadda spoke with reporters, expressing his observations of the enthusiastic public response. He stated, The energy here is palpable. The people of West Bengal are determined to teach Mamata Banerjee a lesson. Nadda highlighted the publics readiness to vote against issues like corruption, ... Read more West Bengal Voters Ready to Teach Mamata Banerjee a Lesson: JP Nadda

Kolkata, Apr 26:Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said the BJP will end goonda raj and syndicate raj in West Bengal if the party comes to power in the state. Addressing a public rally at Tehatta in Nadia district, Shah also claimed that voters wiped out the Mamata Banerjee government in the first phase of the assembly polls itself. The BJP has already won 110 seats in the first phase of polls held on April 23, he said. There will be an end to 'goonda raj' and 'syndicate raj' in West Bengal

Kolkata, April 26: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP and the Election Commission of India (ECI) of manipulating the ongoing assembly elections by misusing CRPF and police personnel. While addressing an election rally on Camac Street in the Bhawanipur assembly constituency, Banerjee targeted the BJP, claiming they were using central forces to ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Accuses BJP of Misusing CRPF and Police in West Bengal Elections

Ambala, April 26: Haryana Minister Anil Vij commented on the high voter turnout in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections, attributing it to Prime Minister Modis influence. Speaking to the media in Ambala, Vij noted that a voting rate of 92-93 percent is significant. Let the results come on the 4th. Mamata ... Read more Anil Vij Predicts Mamata Banerjee Will Flee Bengal After Election Results

AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal and RJD leader Tejaswi Yadav are campaigning in the State in support of Trinamool Congress even as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has launched scathing attacks on Trinamool Congress government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee

Mumbai, April 26: In a bold assertion regarding the West Bengal assembly elections, Shiv Sena leader Krishna Hegde claimed that the reign of Mamata Banerjees Trinamool Congress (TMC) is nearing its end, paving the way for a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in the state. During a conversation in Mumbai, Hegde noted that over 90% ... Read more Krishna Hegde Predicts End of TMC Rule in Bengal, Foresees BJP Government

Kolkata: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday, April 26, said the BJP will end goonda raj and syndicate raj in West Bengal if the party comes to power in the state. Addressing a public rally at Tehatta in Nadia district, Shah also claimed that voters wiped out the Mamata Banerjee government in the first Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our

Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday, April 26, led a padyatra in her Bhabanipur Assembly constituency in south Kolkata, accompanied by thousands of party supporters, as the election campaign entered its final phase. Amid the playing of the song Jotoi Koro Hamla Abar Jitbe Bangla (No matter how much you attack, Bengal Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to ou

KOLKATA, Apr 26: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said the BJP will end goonda raj and syndicate raj in West Bengal if the party comes to power in the state. Addressing a public rally at Tehatta in Nadia district, Shah also claimed that voters wiped out the Mamata Banerjee government in the first phase of the assembly polls itself. The BJP has already won 110 seats in the first phase of polls held on April 23, he said. [] The post BJP will end goonda raj, syndicate raj if it comes to powe

Bhivani, April 26: Senior BJP leader Jay Prakash Dalal made a significant claim regarding the West Bengal Assembly elections on Sunday. He stated that Mamata Banerjees government is set to fall, and a BJP government is now inevitable. Dalal referred to the massive voter turnout in the first phase of voting across 152 assembly seats ... Read more BJPs Victory in Bengal Seems Certain, Claims Senior Leader Jay Prakash Dalal

Kolkata, April 26: In a rally held in Tehatta, Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a strong attack on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress (TMC). He claimed that the people of Bengal had decisively rejected Didi in the first phase of the assembly elections, giving the BJP a clear lead. Shah stated ... Read more Amit Shah Promises to End TMC Syndicates After Elections

Kolkata, April 26: The West Bengal Assembly elections are expected to witness a high-stakes battle between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Following the voting for the first phase covering 152 assembly seats, BJP leaders are filled with optimism. They firmly believe that this time, the BJP will form the government ... Read more Smriti Irani Claims Mamata Banerjees Misrule Will Lead to BJP Victory in Bengal

One side is fighting through assertion. The other, through proximity. And in Bhabanipur, both strategies are colliding at full intensity

Tension flared in Bhabanipur as rival rallies by Mamata Banerjee and Suvendu Adhikari led to a confrontation. BJP leader Ram Kripal Yadav accused Banerjee of seeking anarchy amid anticipated election defeat. Supporters clashed with slogans, requiring police intervention. Polling for the second phase is set for April 29.

Kolkata, April 26: The political battle between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Congress has intensified ahead of the final phase of voting in West Bengal. Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress MP, has launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during his visit to the state. ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Accused of Betrayal by TMC Leader Kunal Ghosh in Bengal

Patna, April 26: Sanjay Sarawagi, the Bihar BJP state president, has claimed that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee are set for a significant defeat in the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections. This statement comes after the first phase of voting took place on April 23 for 152 assembly seats in Bengal, ... Read more BJPs Sanjay Sarawagi Predicts TMCs Downfall in Bengal Elections

TMC leader Kunal Ghosh accused Rahul Gandhi of working for the BJP after the Congress MP criticized Mamata Banerjee and alleged corruption. Ghosh stated Gandhi failed to stop the BJP in other states and is now aiding them in West Bengal. The remarks followed Gandhi's criticism of both TMC and BJP over corruption and electoral malpractice.

Bhabanipur, Mamata Banerjee's stronghold, faces a crucial election against Suvendu Adhikari. This contest is seen as a symbolic rematch of Nandigram. The election will determine Banerjee's political authority and test the BJP's ambition. The outcome could signal the direction of Bengal's politics for 2026.

West Bengal Elections: Tensions flared in Bhabanipur as TMC and BJP workers clashed after Mamata Banerjee accused BJP of disrupting her rally with loudspeakers near Suvendu Adhikaris meeting. RAF and police intervened, highlighting the fierce contest ahead of the crucial April 29 West Bengal Assembly poll.

Kolkata, April 26: The Election Commission has ordered the transfer of three police station heads in Kolkata as of Saturday evening. This includes the station responsible for the area where West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees official residence is located. The transfers of these three officers, all of whom hold the rank of inspector, come ... Read more Election Commission Transfers Police Officials Ahead of Kolkatas Second Phase Voting

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleges the Bharatiya Janata Party is deploying its full force to win the state elections. She claims the BJP is making false promises to migrant workers and using central forces to influence the polls. Banerjee criticizes Union Home Minister Amit Shah's statements and accuses the BJP of orchestrating voter manipulation.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has fired back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's jhalmuri comment. She stated the state will show the BJP the real jhal of jhalmuri on May 4, the result declaration day. Banerjee also criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks about punishing goons. She urged people to vote for her party.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of indirectly supporting the BJP. He questioned her opposition to the BJP, stating that those who truly oppose the party face arrest. Gandhi asserted that the Congress is the real opposition.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured the Matua and Namasudra communities that they will be granted citizenship once the BJP forms the government. He stated that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is misleading the Matua community regarding their voting rights. Shah also warned against any attempts to disrupt the polling process, promising strict action against hooligans.

West Bengal elections see Mamata Banerjee's TMC receiving support from regional leaders. Jharkhand's Hemant Soren and RJD's Tejashwi Yadav have campaigned for TMC candidates. AAP's Arvind Kejriwal and SP's Akhilesh Yadav are also expected to join. This alliance aims to curb BJP's growth in the state. The opposition's momentum hinges on TMC's performance. Congress is contesting separately.

Patna, April 25: Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Kumar Jha stated that Tejashwi Yadavs presence in West Bengal not only bolsters Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee but is also essential for strengthening an alternative political stream in the broader context of India. In response to the recent defection of Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha and six other ... Read more Tejashwi Yadavs Presence Strengthens Mamata Banerjee in Bengal, Says Manoj Kumar Jha

Kolkata: TMC chief Mamata Banerjee on Saturday claimed that the BJP has deployed its entire machinery to defeat her party in the West Bengal assembly elections, as almost the entire Union cabinet and CMs of NDA-ruled states are camping here. Addressing an election rally at Uttarpara in Hooghly district, Banerjee accused the BJP of giving Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our cha

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government has filed numerous cases against him but not against Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee. Gandhi asserted this is because Banerjee does not directly challenge the BJP. He highlighted his own legal battles, including 36 cases and the loss of his Lok Sabha membership.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees one-point agenda is to remain in power, and for that she is willing to do anything, claims former Minister Tapas Roy, now candidate from Maniktala seat in north Kolkata.

New Delhi, April 25: BJP leader Gaurav Vallabh has targeted the Trinamool Congress (TMC) while discussing the Bengal elections. He stated that TMC chief Mamata Banerjee is heading towards a major defeat. In a conversation in New Delhi, Vallabh accused the TMC of making excuses to hide its impending loss. He mentioned that the party ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Faces Significant Defeat in Bengal Elections, Claims BJP Leader Gaurav Vallabh

Kolkata, April 25: In a recent address at an election rally in Hooghly, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee are two sides of the same coin. He argued that neither leader truly cares about the aspirations of the common people. Gandhi criticized Modi for ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Critiques Modi and Mamata Banerjee as Two Sides of the Same Coin

On Friday, Shah warned of strict action against the alleged goons of the TMC party.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will file a legal case against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This action follows Shah's remarks about TMC workers after the upcoming elections. Banerjee stated that such language is unacceptable from a Home Minister. The second phase of polling is scheduled for April 29. High voter turnout was recorded in the first phase.

Kolkata, April 25: The second phase of voting in West Bengal is scheduled for April 29. In the lead-up to this crucial event, all political parties are making significant efforts to attract voters. On Saturday, Union Minister and former BJP National President JP Nadda conducted a roadshow in Kolkata. Speaking to a news agency, Nadda ... Read more Bengals Voters Set to Remove Mamata Banerjee Government, Claims JP Nadda

Rahul Gandhi addressed an election rally in Serampore. He stated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee both help the rich. Gandhi claimed Modi sells the country and spreads hatred. He contrasted this with Congress's ideology of unity and brotherhood. Gandhi asserted the nation faces a fight between these two opposing viewpoints.

Kolkata, April 25: Kunal Ghosh, a leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), asserted on Saturday that the party performed exceptionally well in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections. He expressed confidence that TMC will maintain its power in the state. Ghosh stated, The BJP has been severely weakened in the first phase ... Read more TMC Leader Claims Strong Performance in West Bengal Elections, Predicts Fourth Term for Mamata Banerjee

Begusarai, April 25: Central Minister Giriraj Singh has expressed his outrage over an incident during the Common Entrance Test (CET) in Karnataka, where some candidates were reportedly forced to remove their sacred threads. He stated that just as the departure of Mamata Banerjees government in West Bengal is certain, the Congress government in Karnataka is ... Read more Giriraj Singh Criticizes Karnataka Government Amid CET Controversy

Singur's landscape is marked by abandoned factory remnants and damaged farmland. The Tata Motors Nano project's 2008 exit reshaped Bengal politics, bringing Mamata Banerjee to power. Eighteen years later, the land remains unproductive. Many who opposed the factory now regret the lost industrial opportunities and jobs.

Kolkata, April 25: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday after he enjoyed a boat ride on the Hooghly River. Speaking at an election rally in Howrah, Banerjee remarked that Modi could relish the experience because the water in Hooghly is clean, unlike the polluted Yamuna in Delhi. She ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Critiques PM Modis Boat Ride on Hooghly River

The first phase of polling, held on Thursday across 152 Assembly constituencies spread over 16 districts, saw turnout reach approximately 92.98 per cent, one of the highest figures in the state's recent electoral history.

Srinagar, Apr 24: National Conference (NC) President Dr Farooq Abdullah claimed on Friday that opposition parties are winning Assembly polls in the three key states of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. I tell you, and the rest, god knows, Mamata Banerjee is winning in Bengal, Congress is winning in Kerala and (MK) Stalin's party (DMK) is winning in Tamil Nadu. This is God's blessing, Abdullah told reporters at Hazratbal when asked about the ongoing elections. Responding to a question on the co

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee highlighted the Hooghly river's cleanliness. She contrasted it with the Yamuna river in Delhi. Banerjee suggested Prime Minister Narendra Modi could enjoy a boat ride on the Hooghly. She stated such a ride would not be possible on the Yamuna due to pollution. The Chief Minister blamed the BJP-led administration for the Yamuna's condition.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has voiced her strong disagreement with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statements concerning Jadavpur University. Emphasizing that student demonstrations embody the essence of democratic expression, Banerjee defended the university's reputation, which consistently ranks among the top educational institutions. She accused Modi of undermining not just the university, but also its passionate student body.

Trinamool government has institutionalised corruption and Mamata Banerjee has worked only for the interest of her family and a select few people of south Kolkata

Kolkata, April 24: Political activity in West Bengal has intensified following a record voter turnout in the first phase of elections. The main opposition party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has ramped up its campaign efforts. Union Home Minister Amit Shah conducted a roadshow in North 24 Parganas on Friday, asserting that the BJP is ... Read more Amit Shah Claims BJPs Strong Majority in West Bengal Amid Rising Public Discontent Against Mamata Banerjee

Kolkata, April 24: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has taken to social media platform X to criticize the BJP. In her post, she questioned Prime Minister Modis description of the talented students from the prestigious Jadavpur University. Banerjee wrote, Dear Prime Minister, with great sadness, I must ask if this is your way of ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Criticizes BJP, Defends Student Voices as Essential to Democracy

Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared that the BJP will prevent the construction of a Babri Masjid in West Bengal as long as a single party worker remains alive. He accused Mamata Banerjee of permitting a mosque modeled on the Babri Masjid in Murshidabad, vowing to identify and jail infiltrators after May 5.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared her intention to challenge the BJP nationally, aiming to unite opposition parties and dismantle the party at the Centre. She vowed to win Bengal first, then take the fight to Delhi. Union Home Minister Amit Shah responded with a jibe, questioning her need to come to Delhi.

Across Chowrangee, Bhabanipur, Jadavpur and Tollyganj, I saw people turn out with clear intent, determined, united, and ready to defend Bengal, its identity, and its future. Those who believe they can run Bengal from Delhi, dictate its politics, divide its people, and distort its culture are deeply mistaken. This land has a long memory and a stronger spine, she wrote on X.

SRINAGAR, Apr 24: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah claimed on Friday that opposition parties are winning Assembly polls in the three key states of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. I tell you, and the rest, god knows, Mamata Banerjee is winning in Bengal, Congress is winning in Kerala and (MK) Stalins party (DMK) is winning in Tamil Nadu. This is Gods blessing, Abdullah told reporters at Hazratbal when asked about the ongoing elections. Responding to a question on [] The post

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of staging his recent jhalmuri break during a campaign stop, alleging pre-planned arrangements and camera installations. She countered PM Modi's jhalmuri reference by listing diverse foods she consumes, questioning the BJP's confidence and suggesting EVM tampering. PM Modi had previously used the jhalmuri anecdote to target the TMC.

Amit Shah criticised Mamata Banerjee over her outsider remark, asserting that the next chief minister of West Bengal will be a BJP worker will be born and brought up in Bengal

Mamata Banerjee said she will dismantle the BJP in the Centre by bring together the Opposition parties.

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee launched a strong attack on the BJP, accusing them of influencing the state's administration and vowing to politically counter them beyond Bengal. She declared her intention to ake over Delhi after winning Bengal, aiming for the BJP's destruction. The remarks come amid an intense election battle with high voter turnout.

Sporadic incidents of violence KOLKATA/CHENNAI, Apr 23: West Bengal registered a record voter turnout of 92.72 per cent in the first phase of assembly polls today amid sporadic incidents of violence, while Tamil Nadu recorded unprecedented voting of 85.14 per cent as the BJP pushed to unseat Mamata Banerjee in Bengal and expand in the South. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In the first phase, 152 constituencies in West Bengal went to polls, while voting for the 234-member [] The p

While Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee is seeking a fourth consecutive term, the BJP has deployed its full strength to oust the TMC government.

Kolkata, April 23: In the first phase of the West Bengal assembly elections, a record voter turnout of 90 percent has been reported. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claimed on Thursday that this significant participation indicates that the Trinamool Congress is already in a position to win the elections. During an election rally in Kolkata, Banerjee ... Read more Record Voter Turnout Signals Trinamools Victory in Bengal Elections: CM Mamata Banerjee

Mumbai, April 23: Union Minister Piyush Goyal has asserted that the NDA government is set to form in both West Bengal and Tamil Nadu following the assembly elections. During a media interaction in Mumbai, Goyal discussed the Bengal elections. He stated that Mamata Banerjee has historically won elections based on the votes of infiltrators, with ... Read more NDA Government Expected in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, Claims Piyush Goyal

Bengal's first phase of assembly elections saw Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Union Minister Amit Shah leading rival 'war rooms'. Both monitored real-time voting and booth-level feedback from Kalighat and Salt Lake respectively. Sporadic violence marked the day. The high turnout reflected a fierce electoral battle. Both parties calibrated responses from their command centres for the ongoing high-stakes contest.

New Delhi, April 23: In the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, the Congress party is contesting independently. However, Congress MP Tariq Anwar has made a statement that contradicts the partys strategy. He claims that the current atmosphere in West Bengal is entirely in favor of Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress (TMC). Speaking about the ... Read more TMCs Favorable Environment in West Bengal, Claims Congress MP Tariq Anwar

Hugli, April 23: Former Indian cricketer and TMC MP Yusuf Pathan has asserted that the people of West Bengal appreciate Mamata Banerjees development efforts and have full faith in the TMC. He believes that the public will once again support the TMC in forming the government. Political parties are intensifying their election campaigns for the ... Read more Yusuf Pathan Claims TMC Will Win Again, Praises Mamata Banerjees Development Initiatives

Lucknow, April 23: In the lead-up to the West Bengal Assembly elections, Uttar Pradesh Minister Danish Azad Ansari stated that the public will reclaim power from Mamata Banerjee, and a government led by the BJP will usher in development. Voting is currently underway for 152 seats in the first phase of the elections in West ... Read more BJP Promises Development as Mamatas Power Wanes: Danish Azad Ansari

Kolkata, April 23: In West Bengal, voting for the first phase is underway for 152 seats, while campaigning for the second phase covering 142 seats is in full swing. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a massive rally in Krishnanagar, sharply criticizing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees government. During his speech, the Prime Minister humorously remarked, I ... Read more PM Modi Targets Mamata Government in Bengal Elections, Promises Change

The Supreme Court of India has criticised Mamata Banerjee over alleged interference during an Enforcement Directorate raid linked to I-PAC in Kolkata, warning that such actions could undermine democratic processes

Kolkata, April 23: Polling for the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections commenced on Thursday morning. Voters are casting their ballots across 152 seats, with the voting process set to continue until 6 PM. Strict security measures have been implemented at all polling stations to ensure fair and peaceful elections. The primary contest ... Read more Mamata Banerjees Victory at Stake as Polling Begins in West Bengal

West Bengal politics remains a high-stakes battle between the long-standing dominance of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) under Mamata Banerjee and the rising challenge from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Despite BJPs rapid growth and strong national presence, it continues to face hurdles such as the outsider perception, weaker grassroots networks, and lack of a fully established local leadership structure. In contrast, the TMC benefits from deep organisational reach, strong emotional connect wit

NEW DELHI, Apr 22: The Supreme Court on Wednesday strongly deprecated West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees storming into the premises of Pratik Jain the co-founder of political consultancy firm I-PAC when the Enforcement Directorate (ED) was carrying out searches on January 8, this year, observing that such conduct by a constitutional functionary has the potential to undermine democratic processes. Terming it extraordinary, a Bench of Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and N V Anjaria, said

Kolkata, April 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has strongly countered West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees claims of electoral success amid the ongoing assembly elections. He remarked that Banerjees demeanor suggests a pre-election defeat, as she repeatedly says Inshallah and Khuda Hafiz. In a conversation, Sarma expressed confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party ... Read more Assam Chief Minister Confident of BJPs Victory in West Bengal Elections

Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed rallies in West Bengal. He predicted a significant defeat for Congress in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Assam, and Bengal. Shah stated that by May 4, Mamata Banerjee will be out of power. He promised good governance, industrial revival, and an end to infiltration if BJP wins.

Kolkata, April 22: Voting for the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections will take place on Thursday across 152 constituencies. Nitin Naveen, the national president of the BJP, asserted that the end of Mamata Banerjees chaotic government begins today. In an interview in Naihati, Naveen stated that the people of West Bengal will ... Read more Nitin Naveen Claims Voters Will Respond to TMCs Misrule in West Bengal

Darjeeling, April 22: Rajya Sabha member Harsh Vardhan Shringla has launched a sharp attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He referenced the Supreme Courts comments regarding the I-PAC case, stating that the court has indicated that CM Banerjee has jeopardized democracy. Shringla emphasized the importance of this issue for the public, especially with ... Read more Political Tensions Rise Over I-PAC Case as Harsh Vardhan Shringla Criticizes Mamata Banerjee

Thousands of jubilant BJP supporters, holding giant party flags and chanting Bharat Mata Ki Jai and other slogans, walked in the road show.

INDIA bloc leaders, including J&K CM Omar Abdullah, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav, and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav have been in touch with Mamata Banerjee and TMC leaders; AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal extends support to the West Bengal CM

Kolkata, April 22: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claimed on Wednesday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would use central forces to facilitate fake voting during the assembly elections. She urged citizens to refrain from participating in such political activities. While addressing an election rally in Haripal, Hooghly district, Banerjee called on voters to ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Warns Against Fake Voting, Urges Vigilance on Election Day

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claimed that central forces such as the CRPF, ITBP, CISF and BSF, along with other central entities including the railways, have been deployed for the elections

West Bengal is heading into a high-stakes Assembly election scheduled in two phases on April 23 and April 29 across all 294 seats, with counting on May 4. The contest is seen as a major test of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees nearly 15-year rule, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) positioning itself as the main challenger after expanding its organisational presence in the state.

The Supreme Court criticized Mamata Banerjee for allegedly interfering in an ED raid linked to I-PAC, deeming it a threat to democracy. Meanwhile, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warned Pakistan of retaliation, and an Indian student's AI influencer targeting US conservatives was removed for fraud.

New Delhi: The alleged obstruction by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a raid conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Kolkata came under intense scrutiny on Wednesday, April 22, with the Supreme Court saying that democracy is put in peril if a Chief Minister intervenes in a probe. This is not a dispute Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You

In a bold prediction, Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared that the Congress party is poised to face a total shutout in the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections. He emphasized that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's partnership with Congress could harm her political future, urging the electorate to rally behind the BJP for a Bengal free from infiltrators.

West Bengal Polls: An old friendship has turned into a sharp thorn for Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The Adhikari family, once her closest confidants, are now her arch-nemesis. After years of fighting the Left together, they joined the BJP. This rivalry is set to intensify in the upcoming 2026 Assembly polls. The Adhikaris are now the BJP's faces in Bengal, challenging Banerjee's rule.

KOLKATA, Apr 22: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday asserted that the Congress would not win even a single seat in the West Bengal assembly polls, and that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees association with the grand old party would weaken her further politically. Addressing an election rally at Dum Dum near New Barrackpore, Shah also said that the Congress was headed for a crushing defeat in several states. I want to tell Rahul Gandhi that in Tamil Nadu and [] The post Cong will fail to o

Mamata Banerjee's Actions Put Democracy In Jeopardy: Top Court In I-PAC Case