On October 28, Indias weather forecast indicates a mix of conditions across several states. Heavy rains are likely in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Odisha, driven by a cyclonic system. In contrast, the Delhi-NCR region could experience partly cloudy skies. Residents in these areas are advised to stay updated and heed safety guidelines as thunderstorms may develop.
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Undertrial Prisoner's Death Sparks Murder Allegations
An undertrial prisoner, Basudeb Naskar, died under mysterious circumstances at Baruipur Sub-divisional Hospital in West Bengal. His wife alleges he was murdered, questioning the circumstances and claiming he had no prior illness. Police are awaiting the post-mortem report to determine the cause of death.
Digital Desk | Panaji, Oct 27 (IANS) BJP president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday remarked that the nationwide 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy' campaign has been launched by the party to counter the Gandhi family's functioning of working only for its own interests, while accusing the Congress of being frustrated and desperate. Nabin made the remarks during a BJP event in Panaji. He is on a two-day visit to Goa. Addressing a gathering, the BJP chief criticised Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's aap remark, saying: Whenever Congress leaders become frustrated and desperate, they resort to insulting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's parents by making derogatory remarks. I would like to tell the Congress president that it is because of this culture and conduct that the party is declining today. There is still time to introspect and reform. Otherwise, there may come a time when there will be no one left willing to associate with the Congress. Referring to the person whose remark Kharge was responding to at the Bihar event, Nabin said: He was a Congress worker himself who admitted that if the party continues on this path, Narendra Modi will continue to remain in power, while adding that Congress workers themselves are holding up a mirror to the leadership, but the party refuses to learn. Accusing Congress of sidelining democracy with the imposition of 'Emergency' under then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, Nabin targeted the Gandhi family. For them, the Constitution only means the wishes of one family. Whatever that family desires, they want it to become the law of the land. But that will never happen. The people of India understand this very well...This family lives for itself and works only for its own interests. That is why the BJP has decided to launch the campaign Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy across the country. We believe in directly engaging with the people and exposing the true faces of those who mislead them, he said. Further accusing the grand old party of adopting double standards, Nabin said: When the public elects them, they say democracy is alive. When voters reject them, they claim democracy is under threat. If they win in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, or West Bengal, democracy is functioning. If they lose, democracy is endangered. The public can clearly see this double standard and hypocrisy. He alleged that Congress leaders often walk away after coming up with presentations and allegations, saying: I would like to say that even a BJP 'Mandal President' is capable of answering Rahul Gandhis questions. We are ready for debates in Parliament, on the streets, or on any platform. Maintaining that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls have been conducted earlier as well, the BJP chief underlined that India's electoral system has a process which ensures that citizens exercise their right to vote. Decisions regarding proper voter identification and voter rolls are made through an established process, he emphasised. He said that the Congress also conducted the SIR during its tenure and was supported by the then-Opposition rather than being questioned. Accusing the Congress of misusing Constitutional institutions, Nitin Nabin alleged: There is a long list of Election Commission officials who, after retirement, were rewarded by Congress governments. The party cannot answer questions related to it. But the people of the country have all the answers and give a befitting reply to the Congress from time to time. Stating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is focused towards working on women-based development that focuses on welfare and empowerment, Nabin said: That is why numerous schemes have been launched to empower women, enhance their skills, and improve their rights and opportunities. We believe that when a woman becomes empowered, not one but two families become stronger, and consequently, society itself becomes stronger. While reiterating PM Modi's resolve to implement the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam', the BJP chief stated: We are confident that under the BJP-led governance, women will receive their rightful representation (in the Parliament and state Assemblies). Meanwhile, Nabin referred to Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's Smash the Patriarchy remark, questioning the Congress party's hesitation surrounding discussions related to women's rights and dignity. I would also like to ask Rahul Gandhi and Congress leaders why they remain silent when allegations of misconduct against 11 female students emerged at Delhi's JNU, involving a Congress MP? Why is the Congress mute on such matters? he asked. One can understand that their (Congress) sole purpose is to spread anarchy in the country. This shows that they are not genuinely concerned about womens dignity. If they truly cared, they would have sought immediate action against the MP and taken a clear stand, he stated. Citing the BJP-led government's schemes for women, skill development programmes for youth, and startup initiatives, the BJP chief said: Congress, however, continues to focus on dividing the youth. Their political strategy revolves around creating divisions in society...But the youth of India reject this approach. They support the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) and a Developed India rather than anarchy. They see the expansion of entrepreneurship and new opportunities taking place under PM Modi's leadership. Therefore, so-called attempts to spread negativity and divide society will not succeed, he asserted. Moreover, Nabin accused the LoP of insulting the tribal community while citing the Congress leader's Goa visit. When Rahul Gandhi visited Goa and was presented with a Kunbi shawl as a symbol of respect for the tribal community, he could not handle it properly. He had done something similar with a 'gamosa' in Assam as well. Someone who has insulted the countrys first tribal woman President would hardly understand the significance of symbols of respect, he remarked. Meanwhile, the BJP president urged party workers in Goa to set up 'Jan Samvad' programmes over the next two months to inform the public about the work undertaken by the party at the national, state and booth levels and also organise a separate programme to reach out to first-time voters. The dream of a Viksit Bharat by 2047 can be realised only if the BJP remains strong, because the Opposition lives only for itself. The party will fulfil its resolve to make the lotus bloom once again in Goa in 2027, he asserted.
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Accused In High-Profile Cases Killed In WB Police Gunfights
Two men accused in separate murder and rape-murder cases were killed in alleged gunfights with law enforcers in West Bengal on Tuesday. Both incidents occurred during crime-scene reconstruction after the accused purportedly snatched firearms from officers and opened fire. The cases involved the rape and murder of a 17-year-old schoolgirl and the killing of a BJP worker, both of which had triggered public outrage.
Kolkata kiss case: Police parade accused with ropes around waists
Kolkata: A day after the father of an 18-year-old boy was given a precarious choice of either shooting his son or walking naked alongside him, triggering widespread criticism in West Bengal, a follow-up video has allegedly emerged showing the Kolkata Police parading the accused with ropes tied around their waists. Police have not issued an 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 .
Battle for Muslim votes in UP: Owaisis Abdul put Opposition on notice
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) For a long time, Opposition parties have given more than a subtle hint of their attempts at consolidating minority votes with generous doles and welfare schemes, which have largely worked for the organisation that exhibited substantial ground strength, reflecting likely winnability at the hustings. Of late, however, voters have realised that not all governments have administered good governance and thus, the mandate has been shifting across several states, even in minority-dominated constituencies. The latest example is the result of the recent Assembly by-poll in West Bengals Rejinagar, where the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) pulled a surprise with its candidate Sakharav Sarkar winning with a convincing over 63 per cent of valid votes polled. Muslims in Rejinagar comprise well over 70 per cent, where the controversial Babri Masjid-replica builder and founder of Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP), Humayun Kabir, stepped down to retain Nowda. He nominated his son, Golam Nabi Azad Robin, from the seat, who ended up some 75,800 votes behind the winner. Despite the apparent shift, as Uttar Pradesh moves toward the 2027 Assembly election, a familiar contest is re-emerging among the Opposition for the larger support of the state's Muslim electorate. For decades, the Samajwadi Party (SP) has been the principal beneficiary of Muslim consolidation against the BJP. But that pie is also being eyed by the Congress a prospective SP ally and, more aggressively, by Asaduddin Owaisi's All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM). The latest flashpoint is Owaisi's invocation of Abdul, a symbolic reference for the ordinary Muslim voter. Addressing rallies in Uttar Pradesh, Owaisi stated that Abdul has long been expected to vote for political dynasties but has rarely been allowed to become a leader himself. He accused both the SP and Congress of treating Muslims as a vote bank while denying them meaningful political representation. Owaisi has specifically targeted SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, alleging that Muslim voters have repeatedly backed the party, which remains under-represented in terms of demographic strength. Historically, however, the AIMIM has struggled to convert rhetoric into electoral success outside its core pockets. Yet, the political significance of the Abdul narrative lies in its attempt to challenge the SPs long-standing hold over a substantial section of Uttar Pradeshs Muslim electorate. Owaisi appears to be seeking to carve out a space for his party in constituencies where Muslim voters can influence electoral outcomes, as he did earlier in Bihar. That may concern the SP; such statements could fan doubts among Muslim voters, especially the younger generation, who are increasingly asking whether strategic voting has delivered enough representation, jobs, educational opportunities, or political leadership. According to Census 2011 data, Muslims constitute over 19 per cent of the state's population with higher concentrations in western Uttar Pradesh and parts of Rohilkhand. Districts such as Moradabad and Rampur have over 50 per cent Muslim population, while Bijnor, Saharanpur, Muzaffarnagar, and Amroha have more than 40 per cent. Substantial Muslim populations are also present in Bareilly, Meerut, Bahraich, Balrampur, Shamli, Sambhal, and several districts of the eastern part of the state, which too can influence poll outcome. And like elsewhere in the country, Muslim voters in Uttar Pradesh have often displayed a high degree of tactical voting, especially in the midst of a highly polarised contest. Since the 1990s, many Muslims shifted support towards SP because it was viewed as the strongest challenger to the BJP. In some elections, the BSP also attracted substantial Muslim support, while Congress retained pockets of influence. Thus, on occasions, and in certain parts, Muslims have not always voted uniformly for one party, frequently going strategically for whichever Opposition appeared best positioned to defeat the BJP in a given constituency. Internal divisions based on class, caste, region, sect, and local leadership have also shaped voting behaviour. Now, Owaisi's intervention comes at a delicate moment for Akhilesh Yadav, as he appears to be broadening his appeal beyond the traditional Muslim-Yadav alliance. Lately, he has made visible efforts to attract Brahmins and other upper-caste voters, while also emphasising issues affecting women, welfare beneficiaries, and non-Yadav OBC groups. But Owaisis Abdul has put the Opposition on notice in the battle for Muslim votes in Uttar Pradesh.
Kolkata Naked Parade Case: West Bengal Cops Make Sarsuna Accused Recreate 'Naked Parade'
In a major development in the Sarsuna naked parade case, police have arrested all the accused and carried out a crime scene reconstruction in the same Behala locality where the shocking incident allegedly took place. According to investigators, the accused were taken to the scene as police reconstructed the sequence of events linked to the alleged public humiliation of an 18-year-old youth, his friend and the teenager's father. The case triggered outrage after allegations that the victims were assaulted, threatened and forced to walk naked through a public lane in Sarsuna. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute after the teenager was seen with a minor girl in the area.
After Gaighata, Samserganj sees second encounter killing in Bengal on same day
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 27 (IANS) Hours after the encounter killing of Prahlad Das, an accused in the rape and murder of a minor girl at Gaighata in North 24 Parganas district, another accused was killed in a police encounter in West Bengal on Tuesday, this time in Murshidabad's Samserganj area, officials said. The deceased has been identified as Samiul Sheikh, one of the accused in the murder of local BJP leader Sujit Mondal. Sheikh was in the custody of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the West Bengal police. According to police, Sheikh was taken by the CID to the crime scene on Tuesday afternoon as part of the investigation and for the reconstruction of events related to the murder case. The accused reportedly snatched the firearm from an escorting CID officer and fired at the police personnel, officials said. The CID officers retaliated, leaving Sheikh critically injured. He was rushed to Jangipur Sub-Divisional Hospital, where doctors declared him dead. The state CID was investigating the murder of Sujit Mondal. On Tuesday, the accused Samiul Sheikh was taken to the spot to reconstruct the crime scene. At that time, a gun battle took place. After that, the accused was taken to the hospital, where the doctors declared him dead, said an officer from Jangipur Police District in Murshidabad. Sujit Mondal, a local BJP leader and a resident of the Old Dakbanglo area of Samserganj, mysteriously disappeared on August 28 this year. His dismembered body was later recovered. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had then said that Mondal was killed with a meat-cutting knife. The police later arrested the three accused, namely Samiul Sheikh, Tajkira Bibi and Johnny Sheikh. The murder case also sparked allegations of police negligence. Mondal's wife, Sumana Mondal, alleged that despite repeatedly approaching the local police station after her husband's disappearance, she received no assistance. The incident led to disciplinary action against several police officials, including suspensions, transfers and departmental inquiries. The Chief Minister then termed it a 'major blunder'. With Sheikh's death on Tuesday, West Bengal witnessed two separate police encounter killings involving accused persons on the same day on Tuesday.
Countering devastation from Ganga erosion among Bengal Chief Ministers priorities
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) In the lower Ganges region, broadly including Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal, riverbank erosion has become a recurrent issue posing serious problems, where Tuesdays meeting in Delhi by the Department of Water Resources, Union Ministry of Jal Shakti, is of particular significance for identifying a lasting solution and coordination among the states. Under particular threat are the border districts of Murshidabad, Malda and Nadia of West Bengal, with riverbank erosion along the Ganga (in India)-Padma (in Bangladesh) system having evolved from a seasonal disaster into a chronic humanitarian and developmental crisis. Every monsoon, the river reshapes the landscape of Malda and Murshidabad with large-scale erosion of riverbank soil, resulting in vanishing farmland, homes, schools, temples, roads and, additionally, the economic security of thousands of families living along the river. On Sunday, West Bengal chief secretary Manoj Agarwal inspected Maldas affected areas ahead of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikaris Delhi visit, where he intends to find a permanent solution to the problem in the meeting. Malda presents perhaps the starkest picture of the threat. Large areas in this district have witnessed recurring erosion over decades. Officials recently warned that the changing course of the Ganga could have consequences extending beyond village displacement. Reports from Murshidabad's Lalgola region indicated entire settlements having been threatened by advancing erosion. In Taranagar village alone, more than 120 families reportedly lost homes over a prolonged period of erosion, reflecting a wider pattern seen across riverine communities, reports added. Separate reports quoted Adhikari sharing that an agreement reached in 2018 between the West Bengal government, relevant water resources agency, and the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited (NHPC) to address the issue of riverbank erosion has not yet been fully implemented. He is thus seeking a plausible plan to tackle the threat, emphasising coordination among states for the implementation of plans aimed at curbing riverbank erosion. State officials have pointed to heavy silt deposition in stretches near Rajmahal in neighbouring Jharkhand, arguing that altered river hydraulics are contributing to floods and erosion downstream in Malda. This has prompted discussions on dredging and inter-state coordination involving West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand. The Ganga in Bengal's alluvial plains, as noted in official observations, is a meandering river, thus highly dynamic. During the monsoon, heavy discharge and flooding weaken riverbanks, and the subsequent ebb leads to land collapsing. This cycle of flooding, silt deposition, and channel migration is gradually eating away agricultural land, settlements, roads, schools, and public infrastructure. As per a reply in the Rajya Sabha earlier by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, total flood damage in West Bengal between 2021 and 2023 stood at over Rs 16,083 crore, affecting a population of over 40 lakhs, leading to the death of 188 people. Incidentally, the Farakka Barrage has often featured in discussions on erosion, with various studies and reports having linked changes in sediment movement and river behaviour to intensified erosion in certain stretches of Malda and Murshidabad. Experts, however, reportedly differ on the extent of its role relative to natural river processes. According to a ministry statement in the Lok Sabha this April, a morphological study of the Ganga River using Remote Sensing Techniques for the period 1970-2010 by the Central Water Commission through IIT Roorkee had indicated erosion of 4,289.32 hectares and deposition of 724 hectares in a reach of 50 km upstream of Farakka Barrage. It further said that the Farakka Barrage Project undertakes riverbank protection and anti-erosion works in critical reaches in its jurisdiction which are up to 12.5 km upstream and 6.9 km downstream of the Barrage. Policymakers overall increasingly view the problem as a basin-wide issue rather than being confined to the district level. The Centre's committee has already completed a detailed technical study and proposed integrated mitigation measures. For the states new Chief Minister, he has inherited the problem from earlier administrations that has to be met with urgency, otherwise posing further consequences.
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Cyclone Arnab: Andhra braces for landfall, 3 states on alert
Schools were shut, fishing was banned, and thousands of people were moved to safety in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha on Tuesday, while Jharkhand and West Bengal were put on alert for three days of heavy rain, as very severe cyclonic storm Arnab closed in on the Andhra Pradesh coast, according to PTI. The India Meteorological 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 .
Monalisa reveals her special connection with Bihar
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) Bhojpuri actress Monalisa has opened up about her special connection with Bihar. She said she feels at home whenever she visits Patna and is happy to receive so much love from people. The actress, who was recently in Patna, expressed her excitement about visiting the city and shared how people often associate her with Bihar even when she travels to other places for shoots. Speaking about her experience, Monalisa told IANS, I am very excited. Whenever I come to Patna, I feel at home. When I go out for shoots, everyone thinks that I belong to Bihar. I feel very good. I get a lot of love. The actress added that the warmth and affection she receives make her visits to the city special. She also expressed happiness over the way people connect her with the state, describing it as a positive and heartwarming experience. Monalisa is widely known for her work in Bhojpuri cinema and television. Monalisa, whose real name is Antara Biswas, hails from Kolkata, West Bengal. Despite her roots in West Bengal, the actress said she feels at home in Patna and is touched by the affection she receives from people who often associate her with Bihar. Monalisa recently opened up about the objectification of women in the entertainment industry. She drew a comparison between mainstream Hindi cinema and regional films. The actress told IANS, I think in Hindi cinema, even when there is a lot of skin show, the way it is shot is often very aesthetic. Because of the way it is presented, people may not feel that it looks wrong. I would say that perhaps regional cinema, particularly Bhojpuri cinema, has lacked that aesthetic treatment at times, the actress said. Monalisa noted that regional cinema, especially Bhojpuri films, has not always portrayed such scenes with the same visual sophistication as mainstream Hindi movies. I would say that perhaps regional cinema, particularly Bhojpuri cinema, has lacked that aesthetic treatment at times, she said.
Bengal: Teen Girl Raped, Murdered; Accused Held
A 17-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. She went missing on Saturday night after attending a musical programme, and her body was found on Sunday morning. Police have arrested one person in connection with the crime, with initial investigations pointing to rape and murder.
Rape and murder accused killed in encounter in West Bengals Bongaon
This is the second such encounter in the State in the past four months
Accused Killed In Police Gunfight
A 23-year-old man accused of raping and murdering a 17-year-old girl was killed in a gunfight with police in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. The incident occurred on Monday night when the accused allegedly snatched an officer's revolver and opened fire during crime scene reconstruction, leading to retaliatory firing. This marks the second such incident in West Bengal in three months.
Rape-murder accused killed in encounter with police in Bengal's North 24 Paraganas
A man accused in the alleged rape and murder of a 17-year-old girl in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district died after a police firing incident during crime scene reconstruction early Tuesday. The accused, identified as Prahlad Das, was allegedly shot during an exchange of fire after he snatched a police revolver and opened fire, according to preliminary police sources.
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Shoot your son or walk naked with him: Kolkata father given ultimatum
Kolkata: An 18-year-old, his father and his friend were paraded naked and insulted by the family of a teenage girl in West Bengals Kolkata because the young man was allegedly caught kissing the girl, who is 13 years old. The father was reportedly given two choices either kill his son or walk with him 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 .
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RG Kar case: Victims mother denies connection with ongoing social media campaign against CBI
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 26 (IANS) Ratna Debnath, the mother of the R.G. Kar rape & murder victim, on Monday claimed that her name and picture are being used in an ongoing social media campaign against the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Debnath had at the same time denied having any connection with that social media campaign against the CBI. The social media campaign against the CBI started soon after the Supreme Court, earlier this month, had granted bail to Sandip Ghosh, the former and controversial principal of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata, in the CBI-registered case against him accusing him of involvement in the multi-crore financial irregularities at the said medical establishment. In the social media campaign, the CBI was accused of a lackadaisical probe in the matter, as a result of which Ghosh was granted bail by the apex court. Social media was flooded with posters using the name of the victims mother and the BJP legislator, where a call was given to hit the streets on November 12 on the issue of Ghosh being granted bail by the apex court. A protest program is being promoted using my name and photo on various social media platforms, including Facebook. But I am not the initiator of that program. I am not in any way involved in organising, promoting or managing the protest program. Such propaganda is being carried out using my name and photo without my permission, she said. She also reacted strongly to some comments attributed to her in the social media campaign promoted under the names of Voice of Abhaya and Voice of Women. I have faith in the country's judiciary and the West Bengal government. I believe that every issue should be resolved with respect for the law and the constitution. I strongly condemn the misuse of my name and picture and the involvement of my name in this misleading campaign. I want to make it clear that I do not know who is taking to the streets and who wants to protest. I have no relation with any of them, Ratna Debnath said.
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Cyclone Arnab: AP Braces for Landfall, Odisha, Bengal on Alert
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Man Arrested For Derogatory Posts Against West Bengal CM
Kolkata Police have arrested a man in Dum Dum for allegedly posting derogatory comments and circulating false information about West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and other BJP leaders on social media. The arrest followed a complaint, and the accused is scheduled to appear in court later on Monday.
Dont Let Dimagi Naxal, Cockroaches Breed: Suvendu Adhikari Urges People To Stand With PM Modi
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Cyclone Arnab: Which States And Districts Will Be Affected? Check IMD Alerts
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AI takes centre stage as TAAI convention returns to Kolkata after 22 years
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 26 (IANS) Ritabrata Banerjee, the Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly and also the leader of the rebel but majority faction in Trinamool Congress, on Monday accused the Mamata Banerjee-led faction of making attempts to rob the crucial affidavits meant to be submitted to the Election Commission of India (ECI) for establishing rights over the original party name -- All India Trinamool Congress and electoral symbol of Flowers & Grass. Ritabrata issued a social media statement this morning claiming that a robbery attempt was made by the supporters of the Mamata Banerjee-led faction on a truck carrying the affidavits on behalf of the faction led by him, which was on its way to New Delhi from Kolkata. However, Ritabrata claimed that the party workers of his faction foiled attempts to snatch the affidavits. Chartered Flight has carried Kalighats affidavits to Delhi on 25th evening. Our Affidavits are being transported to Delhi by road. Our workers have started with our documents on 24th morning for depositing in ECI. Half an hour ago there were attempts to take control of the truck and snatch our documents. Our workers have resisted bravely. The fight is on. A fight between Chartered Culture versus Grass Root resolve. Despots will not succeed in their attempt of organised loot in every sphere, claimed Ritabrata in his social media statement. To recall, earlier this year, the ECI temporarily froze the original party name, 'All India Trinamool Congress' and the original electoral symbol of 'Grass & Floor'. The faction led by Mamata Banerjee was allotted the new name of Mamata All India Trinamool Congress and the electoral symbol of Football Player. On the other hand, the Ritabrata-led faction was allotted the name of Democratic Trinamool Congress and the electoral symbol of Envelope. Now the process has begun for the final exercise to decide which of the two factions will ultimately retain the original party name and the original electoral symbol. For this, the ECI has sought affidavits from both the factions. In such a situation, Ritabratas robbery-attempt allegations against the Mamata Banerjee-led faction have spiced up the political atmosphere in West Bengal. At the time the report was filed, there was no reaction from the Mamata Banerjee-led faction.
Mamata Banerjee seeks district-wise reports on her party's local leaders, workers
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 26 (IANS) Amid the forthcoming polls for seven urban civic bodies in West Bengal by the end of this year, former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has directed her party leaders to prepare detailed district-wise lists of local leaders and workers who are continuing with their allegiance towards the faction in Trinamool Congress headed by her and her nephew Abhishek Banerjee. A party leader from the Mamata Banerjee faction of Trinamool said that based on the district-wise list, she will prepare a list of candidates for the forthcoming urban civic body polls. Once the district-wise lists are available, she will convene a meeting with the state leadership of her party and finalise the names for the urban civic body polls. The strategy for the polls will also be finalised in the meeting, said the party leader. He explained that preparing such district-level lists of leaders and party workers, still maintaining their allegiances towards her, is also necessary for submission to the Election Commission of India (ECI) to establish her factions right over the original party name of 'All India Trinamool Congress' and the original electoral symbol of 'Flowers and Grass'. We have also started the process of accepting affidavits from district-level leaders and workers in the matter. However, the state government, through police, is putting pressure on our district-level party leaders and workers to sign affidavits confirming their allegiance towards the rebel faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee, the leader said. Like the recently concluded bypolls for the Nandigram Assembly Constituency in East Midnapore district and the Rejinagar Assembly Constituency in Murshidabad district, the Mamata Banerjee-led faction in Trinamool Congress will have to contest the forthcoming polls for seven urban civic bodies with the newly allotted name of Mamata All India Trinamool Congress and the newly allotted electoral symbol of Football Player. Similarly, the Ritabrata-led rebel faction will have to contest with the name Democratic Trinamool Congress and the electoral symbol of Envelope. Polling for the seven urban civic bodies, including Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) and Howrah Municipal Corporation (HMC), is likely to be held in the last week of November, and the results could be declared in the first week of December. Although the Mamata Banerjee-led faction in Trinamool Congress was keen to contest the municipal body polls in alliance with Congress, the state unit of Congress has already ruled that out. On the other hand, the Ritabrata-led faction has made it clear that they would contest the municipal polls on their own, without any alliance.
Mamata accuses BJP of using 'money, intimidation' to influence people
Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of using money and intimidation to influence people, alleging that police atrocities against Trinamool Congress workers had increased. She also claimed officials were threatening people and accused the BJP government of restricting access to legal documentation for her party.
Mamata accuses BJP of using money, intimidation to sway voters
Kolkata: Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday, October 25, accused the BJP of using money and intimidation to influence people, and alleged that police atrocities against her partys workers had increased and government officials were threatening them. In a statement shared by the Mamata AITC on social media, she claimed that district 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 .
202 National School Games taekwondo bouts held in Ganderbal on day 4
Ganderbal, Oct 25: The 70th National School Games (NSG) Taekwondo Championship continued with great enthusiasm at Ganderbal, witnessing 202 bouts involving 208 participants across different weight categories on the fourth day of the championship. The Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (YSS), Jammu and Kashmir, organised a medal ceremony to honour the outstanding performances of the participating athletes. Additional Secretary YSS TinnaMahajan, as per a statement issued, attended the ceremony as the chief guest and distributed medals among the gold, silver and bronze medal winners. Joint Director Kashmir, YSS, Mohammad Rashid Kohli, Principal of the Government College of Physical Education (GCOPE) and SGFI Field Officer were also present on the occasion. During the fourth day's competitions, 202 bouts were conducted across six weight categories. In the girls' section, 34 bouts were held in the -38 kg category, 35 in the -52 kg category and 36 in the -63 kg category. In the boys' section, 33 bouts were conducted in the -41 kg category, 36 in the -59 kg category and 33 in the -78 kg category. Among the gold medal winners, Sarfaraaz Ahmad, Uzair Aslam and Abdul Hadi represented Jammu and Kashmir, while Ayush Semwal of Delhi, Ayushman Chuchan of Uttar Pradesh, Pranava Raj of Tamil Nadu, Gunj Manish Pipaliya of Gujarat and Tejas Yadav of KVS also secured gold medals. Other gold medal winners included Ananya A of Tamil Nadu, Soloni Umesh Prasad of Maharashtra, Nikesha Singh of CISCE, Rishika of Haryana, Joyshree Chetia of Haryana, Sai Prashant Kadhi of Maharashtra, Aaniya of Haryana, Aekta Kapoor of Jammu and Kashmir, and Sanatani Dey of West Bengal. Silver and bronze medal winners were also honoured during the ceremony in recognition of their performances and achievements in the championship. The medal distribution ceremony celebrated the dedication, discipline and sporting excellence of young athletes representing different states, Union Territories and school boards across the country. The 70th National School Games Taekwondo Championship is being hosted by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports, Jammu and Kashmir, under the aegis of the School Games Federation of India (SGFI).
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