Political row erupts in Bengal over Humayun Kabir's purported video; TMC demands probe
A political storm is brewing in West Bengal following an alleged video of Humayun Kabir, which purportedly shows him discussing ties with senior BJP leaders and a multi-crore plan to unseat Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Trinamool Congress has demanded an Enforcement Directorate probe into these claims.
PM Modi promises jobs, safety, and end of TMC rule in West Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pitched for a double-engine government in Bengal ahead of the 2026 assembly polls, unveiling a six-point Modis guarantee at a Haldia rally. He promised to implement the Seventh Pay Commission for all government employees if the BJP comes to power, ensure government accountability, provide womens safety, punish corrupt Trinamool leaders, and remove infiltrators.
PM Modi Promises Six Guarantees to West Bengal Voters in Haldia Rally
Haldia, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi sought blessings from the people of West Bengal for the BJPs victory during a rally in Haldia. He emphasized that this election is not ordinary; it is about restoring Bengals glory and strengthening the foundation for a developed Bengal. The first and most significant step, he stated, is ... Read more PM Modi Promises Six Guarantees to West Bengal Voters in Haldia Rally
IPL 2026: BCCI Reveals Phase 2 Of Fan Parks In 30 Cities Across 18 States & 1 UT
IPL Fan Parks: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced Phase 2 of the IPL Fan Parks 2026, aimed at delivering the exciting IPL experience to 30 cities across 18 states and 1 Union Territory, thereby broadening the leagues nationwide reach. The Fan Parks will take place across six weekends, from April 18-19 to May 23-24, providing fans in various regions with an opportunity to experience the IPL in a vibrant, community-oriented environment. Several cities such as Puthuppally (Kerala), Mangalagiri (Andhra Pradesh), Chamba and Mandi (Himachal Pradesh), Golaghat and Silchar (Assam), and Imphal (Manipur) will host the IPL Fan Parks for the first time, expanding the initiative to new regions and audiences. Every weekend, multiple Fan Parks will be held in the North, South, East, and West zones to promote broad regional participation and boost fan engagement. Each Fan Park will continue to feature live match screenings, along with a host of engaging on-ground experiences including music, entertainment, food courts, kids play zones, and interactive activities such as virtual batting zones, bowling nets, face painting, and fan-favourite games like Pitch Perfect (a game of balance), Game of Throws (test your aim) and Dont Miss the Ball (a fast-paced quick reflex challenge), the BCCI said in a statement. The Fan Parks will be held across the following weekends: Week 4: April 18 & 19 Bathinda, Punjab Kota, Rajasthan Belagavi, Karnataka Puthuppally, Kerala Jamshedpur, Jharkhand Week 5: April 25 & 26 Amritsar, Punjab Bikaner, Rajasthan Mangalagiri, Andhra Pradesh Dindigul, Tamil Nadu Dhanbad, Jharkhand Week 6: May 2 & 3 Chamba, Himachal Pradesh Surat, Gujarat Solapur, Maharashtra Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu Siliguri, West Bengal Week 7: May 9 & 10 Mandi, Himachal Pradesh Rajkot, Gujarat Hubballi, Karnataka Puducherry, Puducherry Golaghat, Assam Week 8: May 16 & 17 Patiala, Punjab Indore, Madhya Pradesh Goa, Goa Shivamogga, Karnataka Imphal, Manipur Week 9: May 23 & 24 Agra, Uttar Pradesh Bhillai, Chhattisgarh Kolhapur, Maharashtra Bhillai, Chhattisgarh Also Read: Live Cricket Score Silchar, Assam Article Source: IANS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a strong attack on the Trinamool Congress, accusing them of failing Bengal's youth and hindering the state's development. He expressed confidence in the BJP's victory, drawing parallels to the 2021 Nandigram election and predicting a similar outcome across West Bengal.
PM Modi to hold multiple poll rallies in West Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is holding multiple rallies across West Bengal. His campaign is intensifying with key leaders also participating. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will release the BJP manifesto and address rallies. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also has a busy schedule. The Assembly polls are scheduled for April 23 and April 29.
Change in West Bengal Will Transform Lives: Dilip Ghosh
Kolkata, April 9: In Khargpur, West Bengal, BJP candidate Dilip Ghosh addressed several critical issues, discussing state politics and global conditions. Ghosh stated that three significant programs are currently underway in Bengal. He emphasized that leaders, including the Prime Minister and the partys national president, are assuring the public that a change in Bengal and ... Read more Change in West Bengal Will Transform Lives: Dilip Ghosh
West Bengal polls: BJP chief Nitin Nabin confident of forming govt, cites 2021 surge
Weather today: The IMD has issued an orange alert in Assam and other northeastern states today, warning of moderate to heavy rainfall. Kolkata has been receiving heavy rain since Thursday morning with the IMD predicting more rainfall in later part of the day. Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand might also see rainfall today and tomorrow.
Bengal SIR: NIA files 12 FIRs over gherao of judicial officers in Malda
New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday, April 8, registered 12 cases to probe a gherao of judicial officers, who were deputed for work relating to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in West Bengals Malda. The move came following a directive from the Supreme Court. In a late-night statement, 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 app for Android and iOS .
West Bengal polls: PM to boost BJP campaign with three rallies
Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold three rallies at Haldia, Asansol and Suri in West Bengal on Thursday, April 9, to intensify the BJPs campaign for the state assembly polls. This will be his second visit to the state since the announcement of the poll schedule in mid-March. According to the PMs schedule shared 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 app for Android and iOS .
West Bengal polls: 150 additional CAPF, state police companies to be deployed for elecitons
The Union Home Ministry has ordered 150 more companies of security forces for West Bengal Assembly elections, taking total deployment to about 2,550. The additional forces include central and state police units, to be deployed by April 18 to strengthen security in sensitive areas. The Election Commission said the move aims to ensure free, fair and peaceful polling across the two phases on April 23 and 29.
PM Modi to sharpen BJP's Bengal campaign with three poll rallies on Thursday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold three rallies in West Bengal on Thursday, visiting Haldia, Asansol, and Suri to intensify the BJP's campaign for the state assembly polls. This visit aims to consolidate support in areas of BJP gains and expand into TMC strongholds, focusing on themes of trust versus fear.
BJP to Unveil West Bengal Manifesto on April 10
The manifesto is expected to address various sections of society, with a special focus on women, farmers, and youth
Together, let us empower our Nari Shakti!
Narendra Modi In the coming days, India will be immersed in a festive season, with celebrations taking place across the length and breadth of the nation. The people of Assam will mark Rongali Bihu while Odisha will celebrate Maha Bishuba Pana Sankranti. In West Bengal, Poila Boishakh will usher in the Bengali New Year and in Kerala, Vishu will be observed with immense enthusiasm. In Tamil Nadu, Puthandu will be celebrated while in Punjab and other parts of Northern India, [] The post Together, let us empower our Nari Shakti! appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mamata Banerjee Warns of Mandatory Vegetarianism if BJP Wins in Bengal
Kolkata, April 9: The upcoming assembly elections in West Bengal pose a significant challenge not only for the Trinamool Congress but also for the states residents. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claimed on Wednesday that if the BJP comes to power, everyone will be forced to adopt a vegetarian diet. Addressing an election rally in Shrirampur, ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Warns of Mandatory Vegetarianism if BJP Wins in Bengal
BJP Worker Found Dead in Haldia Ahead of Modis Rally
Kolkata, April 9: A shocking incident has emerged from Haldia in East Midnapore district, West Bengal, where the body of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker was discovered on Wednesday evening. This grim finding comes just 24 hours before a highly anticipated election rally addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The deceased has been identified ... Read more BJP Worker Found Dead in Haldia Ahead of Modis Rally
Allegations Against BJP Candidate for Misusing NSG Uniform in Bengal Elections
Kolkata, April 9: A serious complaint has been filed against BJP candidate Deepanjan Chakraborty for allegedly campaigning in the National Security Guard (NSG) uniform during the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. The complaint states that on April 5, 2026, Chakraborty wore the NSG commando uniform while campaigning in the Adarsh Nagar and Shastri Nagar areas ... Read more Allegations Against BJP Candidate for Misusing NSG Uniform in Bengal Elections
New Delhi, April 9: BJP leader Gaurav Vallabh has launched a sharp attack on opposition parties regarding the upcoming assembly elections in Assam and West Bengal. He asserted that Congress will be reduced to single-digit seats in Assam, while Mamata Banerjees Trinamool Congress (TMC) will lose power in West Bengal on May 4. In an ... Read more BJP Leader Gaurav Vallabh Predicts Congress Will Face Major Setback in Assam and West Bengal Elections
An oil rig worker from West Bengal recounts his life in Kuwait as U.S.-Israel-Iran war draws in, with fear, uncertainty and no clear way home
Yusuf Pathan Confident of TMCs Victory in Upcoming Bengal Elections
Kolkata, April 9: Former cricketer and Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Yusuf Pathan expressed strong confidence on Wednesday that his party will reclaim power in West Bengal during the upcoming assembly elections. Speaking to reporters, Pathan highlighted the support he has received, particularly for TMC candidate Abdul Khalek Molla from the Metiabruz constituency in South 24 ... Read more Yusuf Pathan Confident of TMCs Victory in Upcoming Bengal Elections
Assembly elections for Kerala (140 seats), Assam (126) and UT of Puducherry (30) will be held on Thursday. Following Phase II of the special intensive revision of electoral rolls, over 5.3 crore voters are eligible to cast their ballots2.5 cr in Assam, 2.7 cr in Kerala and 9.4 L in Puducherry.Elections to the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, along with Phase I polling for 152 seats in West Bengal, will be held on April 23. The remaining 142 seats in West Bengal will go to the polls on April 29. Results will be declared on May 4. Heres a look at key seats, voter strength and party-wise candidates:
Four illegal Bangladeshi immigrants held in Mirzapur
Varanasi: Four illegal Bangladeshi immigrants were arrested in Mirzapur on Tuesday evening. They have been living here for the past six years.Mirzapurs superintendent of police Aparna Rajat Kaushik said a team of Katra Kotwali police was conducting night patrolling near Mirzapur railway station when they spotted a suspicious person. When the cops started questioning, he initially tried to mislead but later divulged his name was Mohd Sabuj Hussain from Thakurganj district, Rangpur division, in Bangladesh.Hussain revealed that his brother Sabbir Hussain brought him along with two other youths from Bangladesh and they were currently working at a crusher in Dagmagpur hills.Following the revelation, the team of Katra Kotwali raided the crusher unit where Sabbir, Nareshdas and Jaydas were arrested.Police also recovered four mobile phones, fake Aadhaar and PAN cards, Bangladesh voter IDs and passports from them.They were arrested after being booked under sections of the Citizenship Act and the Immigration and Foreigners Act.The SP said, the illegal immigrants had crossed the Bangladesh border through a river to enter Raiganj in West Bengal after paying money to an agent.From there, they travelled by train from Kaliyaganj Railway Station to Agra and, in search of work, they reached Mirzapur. Here, they started working at PK Crusher in Dagmagpur hill by concealing their Bangladeshi identity, she said, adding, Sabbir and Sabuj fraudulently arranged forged documents like Aadhaar and PAN cards on the address of Dasauti village in Kaimur district of Bihar.
TMC alleges CEC Gyanesh Kumar said 'get lost'; EC counters with shouting charge
A ten-minute meeting between the Trinamool Congress and the Election Commission turned stormy, with the TMC alleging the Chief Election Commissioner told them to get lost. The EC countered that TMC members disrupted the meeting and shouted. The exchange escalated to social media, with both sides issuing sharp retorts regarding the upcoming West Bengal polls.
Congress Aims for Increased Vote Share and Seats in Bengal Elections: Ghulam Ahmad Mir
Hugli, April 8: Senior Congress leader Ghulam Ahmad Mir has asserted that the party expects to increase both its vote percentage and the number of seats in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. In a conversation in Hugli, Mir stated that Congress is contesting all 294 seats independently and is confident that this time, not ... Read more Congress Aims for Increased Vote Share and Seats in Bengal Elections: Ghulam Ahmad Mir
Humayun Kabirs helicopter ride making lot of political noise in West Bengal
I have to address about 50 political rallies in the State and about 20 of them are with Owaisi saheb, says the Aam Janata Unnyan Party founder and suspended Trinamool Congress leader
Truck Collides with Security Vehicle of Congress Candidate Adhir Chowdhury in West Bengal
Kolkata, April 8: A truck collided with the security vehicle of Congress candidate Adhir Chowdhury on Wednesday evening while returning from campaigning in Kandi, located in the Baharampur assembly constituency of Murshidabad district. The Election Commission has requested a report regarding this incident. Fortunately, Chowdhury escaped unharmed. The accident occurred as he was returning from ... Read more Truck Collides with Security Vehicle of Congress Candidate Adhir Chowdhury in West Bengal
West Bengal Assembly elections: Left Front, Congress poll manifestos promise jobs
Left Front manifesto promises initiatives for heavy and medium scale industrialisation,setting up of new software and hardware parks; Congress manifesto looks like a copy of the Trinamool Congress poll promises
Central and State Forces to Deploy 150 Companies for West Bengal Elections
Kolkata, April 8: The Ministry of Home Affairs has informed the West Bengal government that, as per the directives of the Election Commission of India (ECI), 150 additional companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB), and armed police from other states will be deployed for both phases of the upcoming assembly ... Read more Central and State Forces to Deploy 150 Companies for West Bengal Elections
Sanjay Nirupam Blames Mamata Banerjee for Voters Being Denied Their Rights
Mumbai, April 8: Sanjay Nirupam, a leader of the Shiv Sena, has asserted that if any valid voter is denied the opportunity to vote in the West Bengal Assembly elections, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will be held responsible. In a conversation in Mumbai, Nirupam stated that the Election Commission initiated a Special Information Report (SIR) ... Read more Sanjay Nirupam Blames Mamata Banerjee for Voters Being Denied Their Rights
TMC Unveils Star Campaigners for Bengal Elections, Led by CM Mamata Banerjee
Kolkata, April 8: The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has submitted its list of star campaigners to the Election Commission for the second phase of the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections in 2026. This list features prominent leaders, including Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The partys Vice President, Subrata Bakshi, sent a letter to the Chief ... Read more TMC Unveils Star Campaigners for Bengal Elections, Led by CM Mamata Banerjee
Unrelated Videos From Bangladesh Falsely Shared as Violence in West Bengal
Both videos are old and show visuals from Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Manoj Jha Criticizes Election Commission Amid Rising Violence in West Bengal Elections
New Delhi, April 8: RJD MP Manoj Jha expressed serious concerns regarding the escalating violence surrounding the West Bengal elections. In a recent conversation, he held the Election Commission accountable for the deteriorating situation. Jha highlighted a consistent decline in the Commissions performance, referencing its history from Sukumar Sen to the present, and warned that ... Read more Manoj Jha Criticizes Election Commission Amid Rising Violence in West Bengal Elections
Mamata Banerjee vows fresh legal battle against voter deletions in West Bengal
According to official data, more than 90.83 lakh names have been removed from the voter list following the revision process. The deletions account for approximately 11.85 per cent of the total electorate, which stood at 7.66 crore in October 2025
BJP Claims Victory in Bengal Elections with Over 200 Seats: Keshav Maurya
Lucknow, April 8: Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has made a bold claim regarding the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. He stated that the BJP will secure over 200 seats to form the government in Bengal. Speaking to the media in Lucknow, Maurya emphasized that a storm is brewing in favor of ... Read more BJP Claims Victory in Bengal Elections with Over 200 Seats: Keshav Maurya
We will move court again to resist voter deletions: Mamata
Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticised the BJP and the Election Commission. She alleges that nearly 91 lakh voters were removed from electoral rolls in West Bengal. Banerjee stated her party will go to court to protest these deletions. She accused the BJP of trying to manipulate the rolls and the Election Commission of intimidation.
Watch: West Bengal Election: If BJP is so confident of winning, then why do an SIR? - Shashi Panja
West Bengal minister and Trinamool Congress MLA Dr Shashi Panja speaks to The Hindus Shiv Sahay Singh and Shrabana Chatterjee on crucial issues that are shaping the upcoming Assembly elections.
Trinamool Congress Accuses Election Commission of Targeting West Bengal Administration
Kolkata, April 8: Trinamool Congress spokesperson Jay Prakash Majumdar has claimed that the central government is directing the Election Commission to target West Bengal and the TMC. He alleged that the Election Commission has taken control of the state administration and police through backdoor methods. Majumdar commented on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees candidacy, stating, Mamata ... Read more Trinamool Congress Accuses Election Commission of Targeting West Bengal Administration
West Bengal polls: CM Mamata Banerjee files nomination
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee filed her nomination from Bhabanipur, expressing confidence in forming the government. She voiced concern over 27 lakh voters under adjudication, urging their inclusion. Banerjee highlighted the deletion of numerous voters, stating her commitment to addressing the issue and appealing for support across all 294 seats.
West Bengal polls 2026: 'We will move court again to resist voter deletions', Mamata Banerjee says
Mamata Banerjee, West Bengal Chief Minister, has strongly criticized the BJP and the Election Commission. She alleges widespread voter deletions during the Special Intensive Revision exercise. Banerjee stated her party, TMC, will pursue legal action to prevent the removal of voters from electoral rolls.
These remarks come in the backdrop of ECI's recent 'X' post, following a meeting with the TMC's delegation, which stated that they have been given an ultimatum for fear-free, violence-free, intimidation-free, inducement-free, raid-free, and source-jamming-free elections in West Bengal.
2022 Video From UP Falsely Shared as TMC Leader Being Assaulted in West Bengal
The video dates back to July 2022 and shows visuals from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
Everything in my life began from here: Mamata after filing nomination for Bhabanipur seat
KOLKATA, Apr 8: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday filed her nomination papers as the TMC candidate for the Bhabanipur assembly seat, and said everything in her life began from here. Amid a sea of supporters raising slogans of Mamata Banerjee zindabad and TMC zindabad, Banerjee led a roadshow from her Kalighat residence to the Alipore Survey Building, where she filed the nomination papers. She walked nearly 800 metres with folded hands and her trademark smile, greeting party [] The post Everything in my life began from here: Mamata after filing nomination for Bhabanipur seat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bengal poll battle heats up: EC and TMC exchange 'straight talk'
The Election Commission of India has assured that the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections will be conducted without fear, violence, or intimidation. This statement follows a meeting with the TMC, which accused the ECI of bias towards the BJP and alleged systematic disenfranchisement of voters through electoral roll revisions.
West Bengal CM files papers from Bhabanipur, reflects areas identity
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee filed her nomination from Bhabanipur, with a proposer list representing multiple communities, underscoring the constituencys diverse and cosmopolitan character
Mamata Banerjee files nomination fromBhabanipur;sets stage forhigh-stakescontest
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee seeks fourth term from home turf; faces challengeasSuvenduAdhikarienters fray
Voter Numbers Decline in West Bengal for the First Time Since 2011
Kolkata, April 8: The special intensive revision (SIR) process in West Bengal has concluded with the release of the final supplementary list. For the first time since 2011, the state has recorded a decline in the number of voters. This year marks a significant shift, as it was in 2011 that the 34-year rule of ... Read more Voter Numbers Decline in West Bengal for the First Time Since 2011
BJP Files Complaint Against TMC Leader Abhishek Banerjee for Incendiary Speech
Kolkata, April 8: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission against Abhishek Banerjee, the All India General Secretary of the Trinamool Congress (TMC). The BJP accuses Banerjee of violating the Model Code of Conduct and making incendiary remarks. Allegedly, during a rally in Raina, West Bengal, he threatened BJP ... Read more BJP Files Complaint Against TMC Leader Abhishek Banerjee for Incendiary Speech
How West Bengal voted in 2021: a recap
A deep look into the poll number from 2011-2021 elections that shaped West Bengals electoral landscape
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee filed her nomination papers for the Bhabanipur assembly seat on Wednesday, accompanied by a large number of supporters. The three-time MLA is set to face BJP candidate Suvendu Adhikari in a crucial contest. Banerjee urged voters across all 294 seats to ensure a TMC victory.
Bengal Election Dates: West Bengal gears up for a high-stakes 2026 Assembly Election, with the TMC seeking a fourth term against a resurgent BJP. Key issues include anti-incumbency and law and order, amidst ongoing political controversies. The outcome will significantly shape eastern India's political future.
Bengal SIR: Voter count drops for first time since 2011
Kolkata: The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal has concluded following the release of the final supplementary list. Statistical analysis indicates that this marks the first instance of a decline in the number of voters in the state, following a steep and continuous increase since 2011, the year which marked the conclusion of the 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 app for Android and iOS .
West Bengal SIR: 91 lakh voters deleted from rolls after revision exercise
The poll panel is yet to officially announce the finally altered voter base for the state after the roll revision process.
West Bengal Election: 327.44 Crore Worth of Illegal Goods Seized
Kolkata, April 8: The Election Commission of India reported on Tuesday that illegal and unauthorized goods worth approximately 327.44 crore were seized in West Bengal between February 26 and April 6. The state is preparing for a crucial two-phase assembly election scheduled for later this month. The office of the Chief Electoral Officer of West ... Read more West Bengal Election: 327.44 Crore Worth of Illegal Goods Seized
Uttarakhand CM Claims Double Engine Government Will Emerge in West Bengal
Dehradun, April 8: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has asserted that the people of West Bengal are eager for a Double Engine government. Speaking to the media in Dehradun, he noted a wave of change among the electorate, who are looking to replace the current government. Dhami criticized the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government, describing ... Read more Uttarakhand CM Claims Double Engine Government Will Emerge in West Bengal
Kolkata High Court Bar Association Condemns Malda Incident, Suspends Involved Lawyer
New Delhi, April 8: The Kolkata High Court Bar Association has strongly condemned the alleged attack on judicial officials in Malda district, West Bengal. On Tuesday, the association passed a resolution suspending one of its members and demanding strict action against those involved in the incident. During the assembly, serious concerns were raised regarding the ... Read more Kolkata High Court Bar Association Condemns Malda Incident, Suspends Involved Lawyer
Giriraj Singh Accuses Mamata Banerjee of Plotting Riots in Bengal
New Delhi, April 8: Amid the heightened tensions surrounding the West Bengal Assembly elections, Union Minister Giriraj Singh has made shocking allegations against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He claims that Banerjee is conspiring to incite riots in the state, deliberately attempting to provoke unrest. Speaking to the media in New Delhi, Singh stated that Banerjee ... Read more Giriraj Singh Accuses Mamata Banerjee of Plotting Riots in Bengal
Mamata Banerjee Criticizes Election Commission Over Voter List Controversy in West Bengal
Kolkata, April 8: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a sharp attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI) regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists on Tuesday. She accused the commission of bias, claiming that it did not spare members of various religious and charitable organizations during this process. Banerjee addressed ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Criticizes Election Commission Over Voter List Controversy in West Bengal
Congress Unveils Manifesto for West Bengal Elections, Prioritizes Economic Growth
Kolkata, April 8: The Congress party released its manifesto for the West Bengal Assembly elections on Tuesday. The document emphasizes improving the fiscal situation, attracting investments, and creating jobs, rather than focusing on government aid distribution. After the manifesto launch in Kolkata, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge explained the partys shift towards prioritizing economic development over ... Read more Congress Unveils Manifesto for West Bengal Elections, Prioritizes Economic Growth
Akhilesh Yadav Predicts Mamata Banerjees Victory in Bengal Elections
Lucknow, April 8: The leader of the Samajwadi Party, Akhilesh Yadav, has expressed confidence that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will win the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. He stated that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will not be able to prevent her victory. Speaking to the media in Lucknow, Yadav emphasized that the people of ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Predicts Mamata Banerjees Victory in Bengal Elections
Rajnath Warns Pak Def Minister For His Hit-Threat To Kolkata
Mr Singh, who campaigned for BJP candidates at Barrackpore in North 24 Parganas of West Bengal for the Assembly Election here, also observed that the Pak defence minister should not have made such provocative comments and reminded him of his country's fate in the Liberation War of 1971.
Nearly 91L names deleted from Bengal electoral rolls
PTI Kolkata Nearly 91 lakh voters were deleted from the electoral rolls in West Bengal following the completion of the adjudication process of the SIR exercise in the state, Election Commission data revealed, opening up potential for a significant impact in the upcoming Assembly polls in the state. While Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the []
Cash Seized Ahead of West Bengal Assembly Elections in Kolkata
Kolkata, April 8: A significant amount of cash was seized in Kolkata ahead of the assembly elections. Approximately 19 lakh was recovered from the Shyambazar area in North Kolkata on Tuesday. A senior officer from the Kolkata Police reported that two individuals have been arrested in connection with this case. Investigators are working to determine ... Read more Cash Seized Ahead of West Bengal Assembly Elections in Kolkata
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged that names of Matua, Rajbanshi, and minority communities are being deliberately deleted from electoral rolls. Addressing rallies in Nadia and North 24 Parganas districts, she vowed Trinamool's support for those excluded, highlighting removals in districts with significant minority populations.
Partition memories endure at Indias 'last rail outpost' in Bengal polls
A land deed from Bangladesh holds deep significance for Balaram Mondal in Singhabad, West Bengal. His family migrated during Partition, leaving property behind. The village, a former rail hub, now sees only goods trains. Most residents are Hindu, with roots in Bangladesh. Their names remain on electoral rolls. Maldaha, a reserved constituency, is set to vote soon.
West Bengal Elections: Over 327 Crore Worth of Illegal Goods Seized Ahead of Polls
Kolkata, April 8: The Election Commission of India announced on Tuesday that between February 26 and April 6, illegal and unauthorized goods valued at approximately 327.44 crore were seized in West Bengal. The state is preparing for a crucial two-phase assembly election scheduled for later this month. The office of the Chief Electoral Officer of ... Read more West Bengal Elections: Over 327 Crore Worth of Illegal Goods Seized Ahead of Polls
No Changes to Polling Agents Seating Rules in West Bengal, Election Commission Clarifies
Kolkata, April 7: Amid the ongoing West Bengal assembly elections, claims have surfaced that polling agents from various political parties will not be allowed to sit inside polling stations on election day. The state election commission has refuted these claims. In a statement released by the state election commission, it was noted that the Election ... Read more No Changes to Polling Agents Seating Rules in West Bengal, Election Commission Clarifies
Election Commission sets up 90-screen control centre for Bengal polls
The Election Commission has launched a Control Command Centre in Kolkata. This centre features 90 screens for round-the-clock monitoring of polling booths across West Bengal. The system aims for prompt intervention during elections. An AI-based system will identify irregularities. Voters can lodge complaints via dedicated toll-free numbers. This enhanced surveillance ensures immediate action on polling day.
Keshav Prasad Maurya Predicts BJP Victory in West Bengal Elections on May 4
Bardhaman, April 7: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has made a bold prediction regarding the upcoming West Bengal elections. He stated that the BJP will form the government on May 4, marking the end of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees tenure. Maurya was in West Bengal on Tuesday, participating in nomination rallies to ... Read more Keshav Prasad Maurya Predicts BJP Victory in West Bengal Elections on May 4
Watch: Congress releases poll manifesto for West Bengal
Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge, along with other party leaders, launched the election manifesto for the upcoming West Bengal assembly polls on April 7
How can Bengal election be fair when so many genuine voters are left out?, says Shashi Panja
Why did the BJP-led Centre have to go so deep to disenfranchise so many people if it is so confident of winning the State, asks West Bengal Minister and Shashi Panja, a three-time Trinamool MLA, who like many other voters faced adjudication post SIR
Abhishek Banerjee Urged to Focus on TMCs Survival in Bengal: Jyotirmoy Singh Mahato
Purulia, April 7: As the election date approaches in West Bengal, political rhetoric is intensifying. On Tuesday, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Jyotirmoy Singh Mahato criticized Trinamool Congress (TMC) General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee for his remarks regarding Pakistans Defence Minister Khawaja Asif. Khawaja Asif had threatened an attack on Kolkata, prompting Banerjee to mention that ... Read more Abhishek Banerjee Urged to Focus on TMCs Survival in Bengal: Jyotirmoy Singh Mahato
BJP govt at Centre deceived Rajbanshis by not delivering poll promises, says Abhishek Banerjee
TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee said the BJP at the Centre is yet to respond to the demand by the West Bengal government to recognise Rajbanshi language under the eighth schedule of the Constitution
West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026: Congress pitches welfare-heavy alternative in manifesto
The Indian National Congress has launched a welfare-centric manifesto for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. The party aims to present itself as a third option against the dominant Trinamool Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party. Promises include free education, monthly financial aid for women, and support for farmers.
EC May Roll Out SIR in Remaining 22 States, UTs After Assembly Polls
Assembly elections are taking place in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal this month and counting will take place on May 4.
Will the BJP Gain a Foothold in Key Indian States in Upcoming Assembly Elections?
A largely Hindi-belt party, the BJP is looking to break into the strongholds of regional parties in West Bengal, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
EC May Roll Out SIR In Remaining 22 States, Union Territories Post This Months Assembly Polls
New Delhi, Apr 7: The Election Commission may roll out the third and final phase of special intensive revision of voters list in the remaining 22 states and Union territories, including Delhi, after the polls to five assemblies this month, officials said. Assembly elections are taking place in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal this month and counting will take place on May 4. The officials said special intensive revision (SIR) could be rolled out after the polls [] The post EC May Roll Out SIR In Remaining 22 States, Union Territories Post This Months Assembly Polls appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rajnath hits out at Mamata over appeasement, says TMC means Total Misrule and Corruption
BARRACKPORE (WB), Apr 7: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her government of pursuing politics of appeasement, encouraging infiltration for vote-bank reasons and pushing the state into an era of misrule and corruption. Addressing a public meeting in Barrackpore in North 24 Parganas district, Singh alleged that the Trinamool Congress government had divided society on the basis of caste, religion and sect and said politics should instead be [] The post Rajnath hits out at Mamata over appeasement, says TMC means Total Misrule and Corruption appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Matua, Minority Voters Names Deleted From Post-SIR Rolls: Mamata Banerjee
According to latest Election Commission data, nearly 91 lakh voters have been deleted from the electoral rolls in West Bengal after the SIR process.
Prime Minister Modi to Hold Seven Campaign Events in West Bengal from April 9-12
Kolkata, April 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to participate in seven campaign events in West Bengal, starting from April 9, as the state prepares for its assembly elections in two phases. A member of the West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state committee stated that according to the current schedule, Modi will address ... Read more Prime Minister Modi to Hold Seven Campaign Events in West Bengal from April 9-12
West Bengal SIR: Nearly 91 lakh names deleted from electoral rolls after judicial scrutiny
Voters, aggrieved with their name deletions from the final rolls, have the option to move the tribunals, but there is no clarity yet on whether electors found eligible by the tribunal judges will be able to exercise their franchise in the upcoming polls
Rift in INDIA bloc? Congress slams Mamatas collusion charge, says she 'lost her composure'
Congress MP Manickam Tagore criticized West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for her irresponsible allegations hinting at collusion between the BJP and INDIA bloc allies. Tagore stressed the need for opposition unity against the BJP, reminding the TMC of its past alliance with the BJP and highlighting Rahul Gandhi's fight against the saffron party.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has accused Pakistan's Defence Minister of playing a premeditated political game orchestrated by the Trinamool Congress. Dubey claims this strategic distraction is designed to overshadow ongoing illegal infiltration issues in West Bengal. elections.
95 pc of deleted voters are Muslims in West Bengals Nandigram SIR
Kolkata: Muslims have accounted for 95.5 per cent of voters deleted from seven Special Intensive Revision (SIR) supplementary lists in West Bengals Nandigram. According to the Sabar Institute, a Kolkata-based public policy research organisation, the Election Commission of Indias (ECI) data reveals that Muslims were largely removed from across the supplementary lists. In six of 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 app for Android and iOS .
Assembly Elections 2026: EC bans exit polls from April 9 to April 29
Exit polls are banned from April 9 to April 29 during assembly elections in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal. This prohibition is mandated by the Election Commission under the Representation of the People Act. Violators face imprisonment or fines. Campaigning also ends 48 hours before voting begins in these states.
BJPs Rise in West Bengal: Haryana CM Nayab Saini Critiques Mamata Banerjees Governance
Kolkata, April 7: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini held a roadshow in Shrirampur, Hooghly district, on Tuesday, rallying support for BJP candidates. During a media interaction, he stated that the people of Bengal had placed great trust in Mamata Banerjee. For 35 years, the communists ruled Bengal, pushing the state backward. Corruption, unemployment, and the ... Read more BJPs Rise in West Bengal: Haryana CM Nayab Saini Critiques Mamata Banerjees Governance
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Rajnath Singh hits out at Mamata over 'appeasement', says TMC means 'Total Misrule and Corruption'
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched a strong attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He accused her government of appeasement politics and encouraging infiltration for votes. Singh also alleged misrule and corruption in the state. He stated the central government aims to bring industry and jobs to West Bengal.
West Bengal elections: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged names of people from specific communities were removed from voter rolls. She stated this happened during the Special Intensive Revision exercise. Banerjee claimed her intervention in the Supreme Court helped restore many names. Elections for the West Bengal assembly are scheduled for April 23 and April 29.
