Former West Bengal Chief Minister and TMC leader Mamata Banerjee on Friday moved &nbsp;the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) decision to bar her faction from using the original All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) name and its iconic ‘jora phool’ (twin-flower) symbol.&nbsp;Hours after her faction was allotted the interim name ‘Mamata All India Trinamool Congress’ and the ‘Football Player’ symbol for the October 6 bypolls to Nandigram and Rejinagar, Banerjee lashed out at the EC calling it a “black day” in the country’s democratic history.&nbsp;Banerjee said she is not willing to accept the interim arrangement and would continue her fight to reclaim the party’s original identity through political, democratic and legal means.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/iit-bombay-student-dies-by-suicide-was-caught-seeking-ai-help-during-exams-1789793161685">IIT Bombay student dies by suicide, was caught seeking AI help during exams</a>&nbsp;“A mother understands the pain of losing a child, and a child understands the pain of losing a mother. Those who have not built this organisation through struggle cannot understand that emotional bond,” she said.&nbsp;Arup Roy-led faction has been recognised as "Democratic Trinamool Congress" and allotted the envelope symbol. Both groups have been recognised as political parties in West Bengal, Meghalaya and Tripura.&nbsp;<h2>Mamata backs Congress party candidate in bypolls</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, &nbsp;Banerjee on Friday (Sept 18) announced her support for Congress candidate Milan Pradhan in the Nandigram bypoll after her faction’s candidate, Sanchita Pradhan, withdrew from the contest. Banerjee said her camp would not field another candidate from Nandigram and described the decision as a show of solidarity with the INDIA alliance in its fight against the BJP.&nbsp;Sanchita Pradhan reportedly decided to withdraw from the contest after meeting West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari at Nabanna. She was accompanied by her husband, Satyajit.&nbsp;Her withdrawal leaves the Mamata faction without a candidate in Nandigram. Congress has fielded Milan Pradhan, while the CPI has nominated Shanti Gopal Giri. The BJP’s candidate, Hasirani Rath, is also in the fray.&nbsp;The Mamata faction had announced Sanchita Pradhan (Dey) as its candidate for Nandigram last week. It had also nominated Rabiul Alam Chowdhury for Rejinagar. The bypolls to the two constituencies are scheduled for October 6, with counting of votes on October 9.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Banerjee said she is not willing to accept the interim arrangement and would continue her fight to reclaim the party’s original identity through political, democratic and legal means.

Former West Bengal Chief Minister and TMC leader Mamata Banerjee on Friday moved the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) decision to bar her faction from using the original All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) name and its iconic ‘jora phool’ (twin-flower) symbol. Hours after her faction was allotted the interim name ‘Mamata All India Trinamool Congress’ and the ‘Football Player’ symbol for the October 6 bypolls to Nandigram and Rejinagar, Banerjee lashed out at the EC calling it a “black day” in the country’s democratic history. Banerjee said she is not willing to accept the interim arrangement and would continue her fight to reclaim the party’s original identity through political, democratic and legal means. ALSO READ: IIT Bombay student dies by suicide, was caught seeking AI help during exams “A mother understands the pain of losing a child, and a child understands the pain of losing a mother. Those who have not built this organisation through struggle cannot understand that emotional bond,” she said. Arup Roy-led faction has been recognised as "Democratic Trinamool Congress" and allotted the envelope symbol. Both groups have been recognised as political parties in West Bengal, Meghalaya and Tripura. Mamata backs Congress party candidate in bypolls Meanwhile, Banerjee on Friday (Sept 18) announced her support for Congress candidate Milan Pradhan in the Nandigram bypoll after her faction’s candidate, Sanchita Pradhan, withdrew from the contest. Banerjee said her camp would not field another candidate from Nandigram and described the decision as a show of solidarity with the INDIA alliance in its fight against the BJP. Sanchita Pradhan reportedly decided to withdraw from the contest after meeting West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari at Nabanna. She was accompanied by her husband, Satyajit. Her withdrawal leaves the Mamata faction without a candidate in Nandigram. Congress has fielded Milan Pradhan, while the CPI has nominated Shanti Gopal Giri. The BJP’s candidate, Hasirani Rath, is also in the fray. The Mamata faction had announced Sanchita Pradhan (Dey) as its candidate for Nandigram last week. It had also nominated Rabiul Alam Chowdhury for Rejinagar. The bypolls to the two constituencies are scheduled for October 6, with counting of votes on October 9.

Banerjee said she is not willing to accept the interim arrangement and would continue her fight to reclaim the party’s original identity through political, democratic and legal means.

'Black day' in country’s democratic history: Mamata moves SC against EC order freezing TMC name, symbol

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday (Sept 18) announced her support for Congress candidate Milan Pradhan in the Nandigram bypoll after her faction’s candidate, Sanchita Pradhan, withdrew from the contest. Banerjee said her camp would not field another candidate from Nandigram and described the decision as a show of solidarity with the INDIA alliance in its fight against the BJP.&nbsp;“We are ready to fight it out. I want the BJP to go from India. Our full solidarity is with the INDIA alliance,” Banerjee said at a press conference.&nbsp;The development came hours after the Election Commission of India stripped both rival TMC factions of the party’s name and the “Flowers and Grass” symbol. The Mamata faction was allotted the name “Mamata All India Trinamool Congress” and the “Football Player” symbol, while the Arup Roy-led faction was given the name “Democratic Trinamool Congress” and the “Envelope” symbol.&nbsp;Both factions will be treated as recognised political parties in West Bengal, Meghalaya and Tripura.<h3>Sanchita Pradhan withdraws</h3>Sanchita Pradhan reportedly decided to withdraw from the contest after meeting West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari at Nabanna. She was accompanied by her husband, Satyajit.&nbsp;Her withdrawal leaves the Mamata faction without a candidate in Nandigram. Congress has fielded Milan Pradhan, while the CPI has nominated Shanti Gopal Giri. The BJP’s candidate, Hasirani Rath, is also in the fray.&nbsp;The Mamata faction had announced Sanchita Pradhan (Dey) as its candidate for Nandigram last week. It had also nominated Rabiul Alam Chowdhury for Rejinagar. The bypolls to the two constituencies are scheduled for October 6, with counting of votes on October 9.&nbsp;The ECI’s interim order came a day after it barred the rival factions from using the TMC’s name and traditional symbol for the upcoming bypolls. The poll panel also directed both groups to submit alternative names and symbols.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-unblocks-news-sites-ahead-of-us-backed-transition-talks-1789731110424">Venezuela unblocks news sites ahead of US-backed transition talks</a><h3>Mamata calls it a ‘black day’</h3>Reacting to the freeze on the original party name and the “Flowers &amp; Grass” symbol, Banerjee expressed strong indignation over the decision. She said her faction did not disrespect the constitutional position but described the development as a dark moment in the country’s democratic history.&nbsp;“We don't disrespect the Constitutional Chair, but we feel today is a black day in our democratic history. What is happening in our country is very unfortunate, unconstitutional, illegal, undemocratic and a totally biased vendetta to satisfy the ego of a political party,” she said.&nbsp;Banerjee also warned those currently in power, claiming that the decision was the result of pre-planned political interference.&nbsp;“They had said beforehand, 'naam bhi rakhne doonga, nishaan bhi nahi rakhne doonga' (Neither let you keep the name nor the symbol). Who are these people? They are in power today; they might not be in power tomorrow. They should understand their limitations,” she added.

In a double shock to Mamata Banerjee, the Election Commission stripped her faction of the TMC name and “Flowers and Grass” symbol, while Sanchita Pradhan withdrew from the Nandigram bypoll after meeting West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday (Sept 18) announced her support for Congress candidate Milan Pradhan in the Nandigram bypoll after her faction’s candidate, Sanchita Pradhan, withdrew from the contest. Banerjee said her camp would not field another candidate from Nandigram and described the decision as a show of solidarity with the INDIA alliance in its fight against the BJP. “We are ready to fight it out. I want the BJP to go from India. Our full solidarity is with the INDIA alliance,” Banerjee said at a press conference. The development came hours after the Election Commission of India stripped both rival TMC factions of the party’s name and the “Flowers and Grass” symbol. The Mamata faction was allotted the name “Mamata All India Trinamool Congress” and the “Football Player” symbol, while the Arup Roy-led faction was given the name “Democratic Trinamool Congress” and the “Envelope” symbol. Both factions will be treated as recognised political parties in West Bengal, Meghalaya and Tripura. Sanchita Pradhan withdraws Sanchita Pradhan reportedly decided to withdraw from the contest after meeting West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari at Nabanna. She was accompanied by her husband, Satyajit. Her withdrawal leaves the Mamata faction without a candidate in Nandigram. Congress has fielded Milan Pradhan, while the CPI has nominated Shanti Gopal Giri. The BJP’s candidate, Hasirani Rath, is also in the fray. The Mamata faction had announced Sanchita Pradhan (Dey) as its candidate for Nandigram last week. It had also nominated Rabiul Alam Chowdhury for Rejinagar. The bypolls to the two constituencies are scheduled for October 6, with counting of votes on October 9. The ECI’s interim order came a day after it barred the rival factions from using the TMC’s name and traditional symbol for the upcoming bypolls. The poll panel also directed both groups to submit alternative names and symbols. Also Read: Venezuela unblocks news sites ahead of US-backed transition talks Mamata calls it a ‘black day’ Reacting to the freeze on the original party name and the “Flowers & Grass” symbol, Banerjee expressed strong indignation over the decision. She said her faction did not disrespect the constitutional position but described the development as a dark moment in the country’s democratic history. “We don't disrespect the Constitutional Chair, but we feel today is a black day in our democratic history. What is happening in our country is very unfortunate, unconstitutional, illegal, undemocratic and a totally biased vendetta to satisfy the ego of a political party,” she said. Banerjee also warned those currently in power, claiming that the decision was the result of pre-planned political interference. “They had said beforehand, 'naam bhi rakhne doonga, nishaan bhi nahi rakhne doonga' (Neither let you keep the name nor the symbol). Who are these people? They are in power today; they might not be in power tomorrow. They should understand their limitations,” she added.

In a double shock to Mamata Banerjee, the Election Commission stripped her faction of the TMC name and “Flowers and Grass” symbol, while Sanchita Pradhan withdrew from the Nandigram bypoll after meeting West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

'Ready to fight it out': Mamata backs Congress candidate in Nandigram after TMC nominee withdraws

In classic 'khela hobe' fashion, the Election Commission of India has tentatively allotted the Arup Roy-led group the name ‘Democratic Trinamool Congress’ with an envelope symbol, while Mamata Banerjee's group has been allotted ‘Mamata All India Trinamool Congress’ with a football player symbol, interim arrangements meant to hold until the underlying ownership dispute over the party's original identity is resolved.&nbsp;The allotments cap a frantic 24 hours after the ECI froze the Trinamool Congress' iconic ‘twin flowers and grass’ symbol and name on September 17, barring both the Mamata Banerjee faction and the Ritabrata Banerjee faction from using the original party identity in the upcoming October 6 bypolls in Nandigram and Rejinagar, polls that carry outsized symbolic weight after Mamata's 15-year hold on the state government.&nbsp;By Friday's 11 am deadline, both camps had submitted their wish lists to the Commission. The Ritabrata faction, which commands the backing of most sitting legislators, wanted to keep ‘Trinamool’ alive in whatever name it was given next. The Mamata camp, by contrast, pushed for her own name front and center, proposing ‘Mamata All India Trinamool Congress’ among its options, alongside a football player as its preferred symbol, with a cricket bat as backup.&nbsp;Reactions from the two sides diverged sharply. Ritabrata Banerjee framed the ruling as a vindication of constitutional process, posting that politics is ‘a permanent war; a war at every hour; a war at every minute’. Opposition Chief Whip Akhruzzaman, a Ritabrata loyalist, said his side would comply with the order for now while remaining confident that when the EC gives its final verdict, we will get the official and original name and symbol.&nbsp;On the other side, Mamata loyalist and MP Kalyan Banerjee rejected the order outright, calling it ‘contrary to law’ and citing what he described as legal infirmities in how it was framed, while signaling the camp would respond by the following morning. Fellow loyalist Kunal Ghosh took a more combative, almost theatrical tack, reportedly suggesting the rival faction should apply for the 'pillow' symbol, literally listed at number 116 on the ECI's roster, and insisting Mamata still has backup plans in reserve.&nbsp;Behind the scenes, the stakes appear to be climbing further. Sources indicate the Mamata camp, including MPs Kalyan Banerjee and Mahua Moitra, held extended legal consultations in Delhi over whether to challenge the ECI's interim order at the Supreme Court, weighing whether a court fight could actually deliver relief before the bypolls, or simply invite delay. Adding a national dimension to the standoff, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reportedly phoned Mamata Banerjee late Thursday night to convey that the fight over the Trinamool identity was not hers alone, but a cause the wider opposition intended to back.&nbsp;The symbolism cuts deep: the twin-flower emblem has represented Mamata's political journey since she broke from the Congress in 1997 and launched the Trinamool Congress on January 1, 1998. Twenty-eight years, a Kolkata Municipal Corporation win, the Singur and Nandigram movements, and three terms as Chief Minister later, that emblem now sits outside her camp's control, at least until the Commission's final word.

The allotments cap a frantic 24 hours after the ECI froze the Trinamool Congress' iconic ‘twin flowers and grass’ symbol and name on September 17

In classic 'khela hobe' fashion, the Election Commission of India has tentatively allotted the Arup Roy-led group the name ‘Democratic Trinamool Congress’ with an envelope symbol, while Mamata Banerjee's group has been allotted ‘Mamata All India Trinamool Congress’ with a football player symbol, interim arrangements meant to hold until the underlying ownership dispute over the party's original identity is resolved. The allotments cap a frantic 24 hours after the ECI froze the Trinamool Congress' iconic ‘twin flowers and grass’ symbol and name on September 17, barring both the Mamata Banerjee faction and the Ritabrata Banerjee faction from using the original party identity in the upcoming October 6 bypolls in Nandigram and Rejinagar, polls that carry outsized symbolic weight after Mamata's 15-year hold on the state government. By Friday's 11 am deadline, both camps had submitted their wish lists to the Commission. The Ritabrata faction, which commands the backing of most sitting legislators, wanted to keep ‘Trinamool’ alive in whatever name it was given next. The Mamata camp, by contrast, pushed for her own name front and center, proposing ‘Mamata All India Trinamool Congress’ among its options, alongside a football player as its preferred symbol, with a cricket bat as backup. Reactions from the two sides diverged sharply. Ritabrata Banerjee framed the ruling as a vindication of constitutional process, posting that politics is ‘a permanent war; a war at every hour; a war at every minute’. Opposition Chief Whip Akhruzzaman, a Ritabrata loyalist, said his side would comply with the order for now while remaining confident that when the EC gives its final verdict, we will get the official and original name and symbol. On the other side, Mamata loyalist and MP Kalyan Banerjee rejected the order outright, calling it ‘contrary to law’ and citing what he described as legal infirmities in how it was framed, while signaling the camp would respond by the following morning. Fellow loyalist Kunal Ghosh took a more combative, almost theatrical tack, reportedly suggesting the rival faction should apply for the 'pillow' symbol, literally listed at number 116 on the ECI's roster, and insisting Mamata still has backup plans in reserve. Behind the scenes, the stakes appear to be climbing further. Sources indicate the Mamata camp, including MPs Kalyan Banerjee and Mahua Moitra, held extended legal consultations in Delhi over whether to challenge the ECI's interim order at the Supreme Court, weighing whether a court fight could actually deliver relief before the bypolls, or simply invite delay. Adding a national dimension to the standoff, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reportedly phoned Mamata Banerjee late Thursday night to convey that the fight over the Trinamool identity was not hers alone, but a cause the wider opposition intended to back. The symbolism cuts deep: the twin-flower emblem has represented Mamata's political journey since she broke from the Congress in 1997 and launched the Trinamool Congress on January 1, 1998. Twenty-eight years, a Kolkata Municipal Corporation win, the Singur and Nandigram movements, and three terms as Chief Minister later, that emblem now sits outside her camp's control, at least until the Commission's final word.

The allotments cap a frantic 24 hours after the ECI froze the Trinamool Congress' iconic ‘twin flowers and grass’ symbol and name on Thursday (September 17)

Football player and envelope: Mamata Banerjee's camp, rebels get new name, symbol

After West Bengal Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee met the full bench of the Election Commission in Delhi on Thursday, the Mamata Banerjee-led faction of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) submitted alternative names and symbols to the Election Commission. The party has been barred from using the TMC name and its iconic ‘jora phool’ (twin-flower) symbol for the October 6 bypolls in West Bengal.&nbsp;According to various media reports that cited sources, the faction emailed its choices to the commission at 11.36 pm on Thursday, “under strongest protest”, ahead of the deadline of 11 am on Friday.&nbsp;Both Ritabrata’s faction and the Mamata Banerjee-led group claim to be the authentic party ahead of the crucial Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls.&nbsp;As per India Today, three proposed names include references to the former Chief Minister and the TMC, while the two symbol choices are related to sports.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/four-arrested-including-three-juvenile-in-rape-and-murder-of-minor-in-delhi-1789712272526">Four arrested, including three juvenile in rape and murder of minor in Delhi</a>&nbsp;While, the faction led by West Bengal Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee has proposed “Democratic Trinamool Congress” and “Nationalist Trinamool Congress” as options for its new party name, as well as three symbols.&nbsp;Senior leader Kalyan Banerjee, representing the Mamata camp, on Thursday said that the rival camp has no basis for interim relief. He questioned how the other side obtained tickets and contested on the party symbol if the chairperson’s term had allegedly ended in 2025. Kalyan stressed that Mamata Banerjee founded the party and the symbol belongs to her side. He argued that any valid election must follow the constitutional hierarchy from booth level upwards and that the claimed 22 June session skipped all processes without notice to MPs. As a multi-state party, AITC requires proper all-India elections, he said, adding that court orders do not bind the Election Commission and the symbol can go only to the authorised faction.&nbsp;The Commission’s decision will determine which camp—or neither—gets to contest the bypolls under the familiar ‘Jora Phool’. The ruling carries high political stakes in West Bengal, testing organisational claims and potentially reshaping the opposition landscape ahead of larger electoral battles. Both sides have expressed faith in the EC as the final arbiter.&nbsp;

Both Ritabrata’s faction and the Mamata Banerjee-led group claim to be the authentic party ahead of the crucial Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls.

After West Bengal Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee met the full bench of the Election Commission in Delhi on Thursday, the Mamata Banerjee-led faction of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) submitted alternative names and symbols to the Election Commission. The party has been barred from using the TMC name and its iconic ‘jora phool’ (twin-flower) symbol for the October 6 bypolls in West Bengal. According to various media reports that cited sources, the faction emailed its choices to the commission at 11.36 pm on Thursday, “under strongest protest”, ahead of the deadline of 11 am on Friday. Both Ritabrata’s faction and the Mamata Banerjee-led group claim to be the authentic party ahead of the crucial Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls. As per India Today, three proposed names include references to the former Chief Minister and the TMC, while the two symbol choices are related to sports. ALSO READ: Four arrested, including three juvenile in rape and murder of minor in Delhi While, the faction led by West Bengal Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee has proposed “Democratic Trinamool Congress” and “Nationalist Trinamool Congress” as options for its new party name, as well as three symbols. Senior leader Kalyan Banerjee, representing the Mamata camp, on Thursday said that the rival camp has no basis for interim relief. He questioned how the other side obtained tickets and contested on the party symbol if the chairperson’s term had allegedly ended in 2025. Kalyan stressed that Mamata Banerjee founded the party and the symbol belongs to her side. He argued that any valid election must follow the constitutional hierarchy from booth level upwards and that the claimed 22 June session skipped all processes without notice to MPs. As a multi-state party, AITC requires proper all-India elections, he said, adding that court orders do not bind the Election Commission and the symbol can go only to the authorised faction. The Commission’s decision will determine which camp—or neither—gets to contest the bypolls under the familiar ‘Jora Phool’. The ruling carries high political stakes in West Bengal, testing organisational claims and potentially reshaping the opposition landscape ahead of larger electoral battles. Both sides have expressed faith in the EC as the final arbiter.

Both Ritabrata’s faction and the Mamata Banerjee-led group claim to be the authentic party ahead of the crucial Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls.

Mamata camp submits new names, symbols 'under protest' after EC freezes AITC identity

Brishti Mukhopadhyay, a relative of former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, was found dead at her family's home in Kusumba village, in Birbhum's Rampurhat-I block, on Tuesday morning. The 28-year-old had been living at the house for the past few months. She was the daughter of Nihar Mukhopadhyay, a Trinamool Congress leader and Banerjee's maternal cousin.&nbsp;Police said family members grew worried when Brishti didn't respond to repeated calls this morning. After they were unable to rouse her, they contacted the police, who broke open her door and found her hanging inside the room. Her body has been sent to Rampurhat Medical College and Hospital for a post-mortem. Investigators say they haven't yet established the exact circumstances of her death, and no official finding of suicide has been made, that will depend on the autopsy and further inquiry. Relatives say Brishti had battled depression for several years, and had been receiving treatment. Her marriage had also fallen apart; divorce proceedings were underway, and she had moved back into her parents' home, bringing her child with her. Brishti's name had also come up in connection with West Bengal's School Service Commission recruitment scandal. She had once held a Group C non-teaching post at Bolpur High School, and her appointment was among those later declared invalid when the courts stepped in. Her family has long insisted she worked just a single day in the role and never drew a salary, saying she was unwell at the time and had asked to step down herself. Opposition leaders have told a different story, alleging her appointment came through political connections tied to her family's ties with the ruling TMC- a claim that has fed into the broader political fight over the recruitment case. Brishti's death comes against the backdrop of a scandal that has consumed West Bengal politics for years, the 2016 recruitment drive for teaching and non-teaching government school posts, which collapsed under allegations of large-scale corruption. The Calcutta High Court scrapped the entire recruitment panel, a decision the Supreme Court later upheld, leaving thousands of appointees, teachers and staff alike-without jobs. The fallout has also reached the top of the state's political establishment: former education minister Partha Chatterjee was arrested and remains under prosecution over alleged irregularities. The Supreme Court has since ordered the state to work out a process for identifying which candidates were genuinely eligible. Kusumba isn't just where Brishti's family lives- it's a place with personal meaning for Mamata Banerjee herself. Her maternal uncle's house stands in the village, and she has spoken before about childhood memories there. Brishti's father, Nihar, is the son of that uncle, Anil Mukhopadhyay.&nbsp;What led to Brishti's death is still being pieced together. Police say the post-mortem report should help clarify the cause, even as they continue examining what happened in the hours before she died.

Police said family members grew worried when Brishti didn't respond to repeated calls this morning. After they were unable to rouse her, they contacted the police, who broke open her door and found her hanging inside the room

Brishti Mukhopadhyay, a relative of former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, was found dead at her family's home in Kusumba village, in Birbhum's Rampurhat-I block, on Tuesday morning. The 28-year-old had been living at the house for the past few months. She was the daughter of Nihar Mukhopadhyay, a Trinamool Congress leader and Banerjee's maternal cousin. Police said family members grew worried when Brishti didn't respond to repeated calls this morning. After they were unable to rouse her, they contacted the police, who broke open her door and found her hanging inside the room. Her body has been sent to Rampurhat Medical College and Hospital for a post-mortem. Investigators say they haven't yet established the exact circumstances of her death, and no official finding of suicide has been made, that will depend on the autopsy and further inquiry. Relatives say Brishti had battled depression for several years, and had been receiving treatment. Her marriage had also fallen apart; divorce proceedings were underway, and she had moved back into her parents' home, bringing her child with her. Brishti's name had also come up in connection with West Bengal's School Service Commission recruitment scandal. She had once held a Group C non-teaching post at Bolpur High School, and her appointment was among those later declared invalid when the courts stepped in. Her family has long insisted she worked just a single day in the role and never drew a salary, saying she was unwell at the time and had asked to step down herself. Opposition leaders have told a different story, alleging her appointment came through political connections tied to her family's ties with the ruling TMC- a claim that has fed into the broader political fight over the recruitment case. Brishti's death comes against the backdrop of a scandal that has consumed West Bengal politics for years, the 2016 recruitment drive for teaching and non-teaching government school posts, which collapsed under allegations of large-scale corruption. The Calcutta High Court scrapped the entire recruitment panel, a decision the Supreme Court later upheld, leaving thousands of appointees, teachers and staff alike-without jobs. The fallout has also reached the top of the state's political establishment: former education minister Partha Chatterjee was arrested and remains under prosecution over alleged irregularities. The Supreme Court has since ordered the state to work out a process for identifying which candidates were genuinely eligible. Kusumba isn't just where Brishti's family lives- it's a place with personal meaning for Mamata Banerjee herself. Her maternal uncle's house stands in the village, and she has spoken before about childhood memories there. Brishti's father, Nihar, is the son of that uncle, Anil Mukhopadhyay. What led to Brishti's death is still being pieced together. Police say the post-mortem report should help clarify the cause, even as they continue examining what happened in the hours before she died.

Police said family members grew worried when Brishti didn't respond to repeated calls this morning. After they were unable to rouse her, they contacted the police, who broke open her door and found her hanging inside the room

Mamata Banerjee's niece found dead in suspected suicide amid SSC job-loss fallout

A suo motu FIR was filed against former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly violating a Calcutta high court order on the Trinamool Congress (TMC) students' wing rally held on Friday in Kolkata.&nbsp;According to the order Banerjee was allowed to hold the TMC Trinamool Chhatra Parishad (TMCP) foundation day event programme on August 28 at Cathedral Road in state capital Kolkata but had to keep one flank of the road open. However, the police say the order was not followed as the flank was not kept free.&nbsp;For violating the order an FIR was registered under Sections 61(2), 223, 125(a), 132 and 285 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Hastings Police Station against Banerjee and the organisers of the TMCP meeting.&nbsp;“The FIR has been registered for the alleged violation of the court’s order. The role of all those involved in the violation will be examined during the course of the investigation," said a police officer as quoted by PTI.&nbsp;It was also alleged that the programme continued beyond the time limit prescribed by the High Court.&nbsp;<h2>What Mamata said during the event</h2>&nbsp;During her addressed Banerjee alleged "BJP is playing divisive politics in Bengal and using the police to spread fear among the people."&nbsp;She also alleged that the BJP "hijacked" the last assembly elections by using the Election Commission. Mamata Banerjee's TMC lost the Bengal election to BJP that secured complete majority with 207 seats, while TMC managed victory on only 80 seats.&nbsp;The BJP for the first time formed to government in West Bengal on its own and Suvendu Adhikari, once a TMC man, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of the state.

For violating the order an FIR was registered under Sections 61(2), 223, 125(a), 132 and 285 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

A suo motu FIR was filed against former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly violating a Calcutta high court order on the Trinamool Congress (TMC) students' wing rally held on Friday in Kolkata. According to the order Banerjee was allowed to hold the TMC Trinamool Chhatra Parishad (TMCP) foundation day event programme on August 28 at Cathedral Road in state capital Kolkata but had to keep one flank of the road open. However, the police say the order was not followed as the flank was not kept free. For violating the order an FIR was registered under Sections 61(2), 223, 125(a), 132 and 285 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Hastings Police Station against Banerjee and the organisers of the TMCP meeting. “The FIR has been registered for the alleged violation of the court’s order. The role of all those involved in the violation will be examined during the course of the investigation," said a police officer as quoted by PTI. It was also alleged that the programme continued beyond the time limit prescribed by the High Court. What Mamata said during the event During her addressed Banerjee alleged "BJP is playing divisive politics in Bengal and using the police to spread fear among the people." She also alleged that the BJP "hijacked" the last assembly elections by using the Election Commission. Mamata Banerjee's TMC lost the Bengal election to BJP that secured complete majority with 207 seats, while TMC managed victory on only 80 seats. The BJP for the first time formed to government in West Bengal on its own and Suvendu Adhikari, once a TMC man, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of the state.

For violating the order an FIR was registered under Sections 61(2), 223, 125(a), 132 and 285 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

FIR lodged against Mamata Banerjee for violating high court's order

A massive, devastating fire broke out at a hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street in central Kolkata around 2:00 AM, trapping several guests on the upper floors as thick, toxic smoke quickly filled the building. Fire services and emergency response teams rushed to the scene to battle the intense flames, successfully rescuing multiple trapped individuals while treating several others for smoke inhalation and burn injuries.

Kolkata police forms S.I.T. to probe fire that killed nine, CM blames Mamata Regime 

The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday (Aug 18) asked the Supreme Court to settle a larger legal question: can the CBI investigate a sitting chief minister if the chief minister is accused of committing an offence? The issue came up before a bench of Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and N V Anjaria while hearing the ED's plea over alleged obstruction of its search at the office of political consultancy firm I-PAC in Kolkata.The ED has accused former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee and other state authorities of interfering with its January 8 search operation. The agency wants the investigation into the alleged obstruction, along with what it described as retaliatory FIRs, transferred to the CBI.<h2>ED says court must decide larger issue</h2>Senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy, appearing for Banerjee, told the court that the change in government meant the state could now consider the ED's request for sanction and transfer of the investigation to local police, suggesting that little remained to be decided.Justice Mishra observed that, following the change in regime, the matter could potentially be disposed of by allowing the ED's request to transfer the probe to the CBI.Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, however, urged the court to decide the larger question rather than allow the issue to be resolved after the change in government. "We don't want to face any allegations that the state government, because of political reasons, has done it. Either we are right or wrong, I want the court to decide," Mehta said.Additional Solicitor General SV Raju argued that the court should determine whether the CBI can investigate a sitting chief minister who is also the state's home minister if that person is accused of an offence. "The issue is whether a sitting chief minister, who happens to be the Home Minister, if she commits a crime, is it an appropriate case for the CBI to investigate or not?" Raju said.The Supreme Court has listed the matter for hearing on September 2.<h2>ED alleges interference in I-PAC search</h2>The dispute stems from the ED's investigation into an alleged coal pilferage scam. The agency has alleged that its officers faced interference during searches at the I-PAC office and the premises of its director, Pratik Jain.The ED has claimed that Banerjee arrived at the location with a large police contingent and intervened in the search, including in relation to evidence collected by its officers.The agency has sought an independent CBI investigation into the alleged obstruction involving Banerjee and senior state police officials.The Supreme Court had earlier stayed FIRs filed in West Bengal against ED officials and directed the state police to preserve CCTV footage from the searches. It also issued notices to Banerjee, the West Bengal government, former DGP Rajeev Kumar, and senior police officers in connection with the ED's plea.The court had previously observed that democracy could be put in peril if a chief minister intervened in an investigation.

Can a sitting Chief Minister be investigated by the CBI if accused of a crime? The Enforcement Directorate has asked the Supreme Court to settle the question, turning a probe linked to the I-PAC search in Kolkata into a much larger legal battle.

The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday (Aug 18) asked the Supreme Court to settle a larger legal question: can the CBI investigate a sitting chief minister if the chief minister is accused of committing an offence? The issue came up before a bench of Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and N V Anjaria while hearing the ED's plea over alleged obstruction of its search at the office of political consultancy firm I-PAC in Kolkata. The ED has accused former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee and other state authorities of interfering with its January 8 search operation. The agency wants the investigation into the alleged obstruction, along with what it described as retaliatory FIRs, transferred to the CBI. ED says court must decide larger issue Senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy, appearing for Banerjee, told the court that the change in government meant the state could now consider the ED's request for sanction and transfer of the investigation to local police, suggesting that little remained to be decided. Justice Mishra observed that, following the change in regime, the matter could potentially be disposed of by allowing the ED's request to transfer the probe to the CBI. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, however, urged the court to decide the larger question rather than allow the issue to be resolved after the change in government. "We don't want to face any allegations that the state government, because of political reasons, has done it. Either we are right or wrong, I want the court to decide," Mehta said. Additional Solicitor General SV Raju argued that the court should determine whether the CBI can investigate a sitting chief minister who is also the state's home minister if that person is accused of an offence. "The issue is whether a sitting chief minister, who happens to be the Home Minister, if she commits a crime, is it an appropriate case for the CBI to investigate or not?" Raju said. The Supreme Court has listed the matter for hearing on September 2. ED alleges interference in I-PAC search The dispute stems from the ED's investigation into an alleged coal pilferage scam. The agency has alleged that its officers faced interference during searches at the I-PAC office and the premises of its director, Pratik Jain. The ED has claimed that Banerjee arrived at the location with a large police contingent and intervened in the search, including in relation to evidence collected by its officers. The agency has sought an independent CBI investigation into the alleged obstruction involving Banerjee and senior state police officials. The Supreme Court had earlier stayed FIRs filed in West Bengal against ED officials and directed the state police to preserve CCTV footage from the searches. It also issued notices to Banerjee, the West Bengal government, former DGP Rajeev Kumar, and senior police officers in connection with the ED's plea. The court had previously observed that democracy could be put in peril if a chief minister intervened in an investigation.

Can a sitting Chief Minister be investigated by the CBI if accused of a crime? The Enforcement Directorate has asked the Supreme Court to settle the question, turning a probe linked to the I-PAC search in Kolkata into a much larger legal battle.

Can CBI investigate a sitting Chief Minister? ED asks Supreme Court for clarity

Trinamool Congress leader and former West Bengal Assembly Deputy Speaker Asish Banerjee was found hanging inside a party office in the state's Birbhum district on Sunday morning.

He was an ex-minister and also a five-time MLA from Rampurhat, having represented the constituency for 25 consecutive years from 2001 to 2026. Banerjee, however, lost the seat to Bharatiya Janata Party's Dhruba Saha in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly polls.

Ex-Bengal deputy speaker Asish Banerjee found dead


Former West Bengal Assembly Deputy Speaker Ashish Banerjee has been found dead at a Trinamool Congress office in Birbhum district, in a shocking development that has triggered a police investigation and political reactions.

According to police, a purported suicide note was recovered from the office and is being examined. The note reportedly stated that no one was responsible for his death, while also referring to his lack of authority in the Tarapith-Rampurhat Development Authority and expressing regret over his entry into politics.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has expressed condolences and called for a thorough investigation, including examination of call records and the circumstances surrounding Banerjee's death. Political parties have also called for an impartial probe, while allegations of political pressure and harassment have emerged.

Former West Bengal Deputy Speaker Ashish Banerjee Found Dead At Trinamool Congress Office In Birbhum

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday claimed that her vehicle was attacked by “anti-social” elements in front of the police in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. Miscreants reportedly hurled bricks and stones at the car, which she claimed could've killed her. The ruling BJP has condemned the attack and distanced itself from the incident.&nbsp;“Large stones were hurled at my car by anti-social elements, right in front of the police. The attack on the vehicle was so severe that if the windows had been open, my head would have been split open. We could have all been killed,” she said.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-north-korean-troops-russia-ukraine-war-1786274276189">Zelensky claims Russia deploying up to 50,000 North Korean troops in Ukraine, seeks help from South Korea</a>Mamta Banerjee was visiting the house of a deceased TMC worker, Birju Keot, who allegedly died in police custody in North 24 Parganas District. When miscreants surrounded the car of the TMC supremo, they shouted “Chor Bhagao”, threw shoes, water bottles and smeared mud on it. The TMC chief alleged that the local administration failed to put safety measures despite being informed about her visit and it was part of a larger political conspiracy.&nbsp;“If my windows weren't closed, it could have split my head open. I could have died. I have never faced such an attack. The police did nothing to protect us. They give protection only to the BJP, ” said Mamata Banerjee.The incident is part of the growing unrest following the controversial death of Birju Keot, the husband of a TMC Councilor. The official explanation is that he fell ill in the custody of the Halisahar Police and succumbed to a heart attack. However, his family and senior TMC leaders claim he was subjected to brutal custodial torture.&nbsp;

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Former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee claims miscreants hurled stones, shoes and bottles at her car during a visit to a TMC worker's home.

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday claimed that her vehicle was attacked by “anti-social” elements in front of the police in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. Miscreants reportedly hurled bricks and stones at the car, which she claimed could've killed her. The ruling BJP has condemned the attack and distanced itself from the incident. “Large stones were hurled at my car by anti-social elements, right in front of the police. The attack on the vehicle was so severe that if the windows had been open, my head would have been split open. We could have all been killed,” she said. Also Read: Zelensky claims Russia deploying up to 50,000 North Korean troops in Ukraine, seeks help from South Korea Mamta Banerjee was visiting the house of a deceased TMC worker, Birju Keot, who allegedly died in police custody in North 24 Parganas District. When miscreants surrounded the car of the TMC supremo, they shouted “Chor Bhagao”, threw shoes, water bottles and smeared mud on it. The TMC chief alleged that the local administration failed to put safety measures despite being informed about her visit and it was part of a larger political conspiracy. “If my windows weren't closed, it could have split my head open. I could have died. I have never faced such an attack. The police did nothing to protect us. They give protection only to the BJP, ” said Mamata Banerjee. The incident is part of the growing unrest following the controversial death of Birju Keot, the husband of a TMC Councilor. The official explanation is that he fell ill in the custody of the Halisahar Police and succumbed to a heart attack. However, his family and senior TMC leaders claim he was subjected to brutal custodial torture.

Former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee claims miscreants hurled stones, shoes and bottles at her car during a visit to a TMC worker's home.

Mamata Banerjee's car attacked in West Bengal while meeting family of TMC worker who died in police custody

A fresh political controversy has erupted in West Bengal after the unveiling of a statue of legendary Bengali cinema icon Uttam Kumar. The statue, inaugurated on the actor's death anniversary, has drawn widespread criticism on social media, with many claiming it bears little resemblance to the iconic superstar.

The issue quickly turned political as opposition leaders and even voices within the Trinamool Congress questioned the quality of the statue, calling for it to be replaced. The controversy comes at a crucial time for the Trinamool Congress, which is grappling with internal divisions following a major party split.

Uttam Kumar Statue Sparks Political Storm in Bengal | Mamata Banerjee Faces Fresh TMC Crisis

Former West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday night (Jul 21) extended her support to the students' protest in the national capital and has hinted that she will join “if need be.” In a statement, she also slammed the Union government and Delhi Police for their atrocities against the protesters. She called the NEET paper leak “unacceptable”, adding that her party fully supports the Opposition's sit-in demonstration as well as protest by Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).&nbsp;Addressing the TMC's Martyrs' Day rally in Kolkata, Banerjee said, "We supported CJP from the beginning. If need be, I will visit Delhi and join their protest." She also requested all non BJP parties to unite “under the umbrella of the INDIA Alliance." Later, taking to X, she wrote, “ Shame on the Union government. The All India Trinamool Congress fully supports the sit-down protest by the Opposition today near Akbar Road. She said that the police atrocities on our youth in Delhi is "unacceptable.” She also said that police atrocities happened in Kolkata, adding that “BJP goons” allegedly attempted to disrupt preparations for our Martyrs' Day programme."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The police atrocities on our youth in Delhi is unacceptable. Shame on the Union government. The All India Trinamool Congress fully supports the sit-down protest by the Opposition today near Akbar Road. Our full solidarity. There were also police atrocities in Kolkata all through…&mdash; Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) <a href="https://x.com/MamataOfficial/status/2079594698117984699?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/not-allowed-iit-roorkee-issues-gag-order-as-students-protest-intensifies-1784685703639"> 'Not permitted ...': IIT Roorkee issues gag order as students' protest intensifies</a><h2>Congress mounts pressure on the government</h2>Earlier on Jul 21, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and several other senior leaders staged a dharna outside the prime minister's residence in Delhi, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. They were later dragged and detainednand area was cleared. On Jul 22, all Congress MPs arrived in the Parliament in black clothes. Additionally, Congress MP and General Secretary K C Venugopal sought an adjournment motion calling for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to make a suo motu statement in the House explaining the repeated examination paper leak incidents during his tenure.<h2>NEET paper leaks, CJP's and the protests?</h2>New Delhi is witnessing massive protest demanding greater accountability from the ruling government on matters of education. This was triggered after the examination paper of National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) or NEET UG was leaked in May this year and exam was cancelled. The re-test was conducted late last month. At least 21 students have died by suicide following the leak. Around the same time, Justice Surya Kant who called unemployed youths of the country as “cockroaches” while hearing a case. Though he later clarified that his comments were taken out of context, it led to formation of CJP.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/shame-on-govt-mamata-banerjee-to-join-cjp-protest-in-delhi-tmc-chief-releases-big-statement-speaks-against-police-atrocities-1784695265943">'Shame on govt': Mamata Banerjee to join CJP protest in Delhi? TMC chief releases BIG statement, speaks against police atrocities</a>&nbsp;The movement gathered traction online and soon spilled out of the internet. CJP members formed a group and began their protest at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar demanding resignation of the Union Education Minister. Days later, activist Sonam Wangchuk also joined the protesters and started a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/guru-is-the-indian-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-shares-message-on-education-amid-calls-for-his-resignation-1784602204214">'Guru is the...': Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan shares message on education amid calls for his resignation</a>&nbsp;On July 20, thousands gathered at the Jantar Mantar to take part in the Parliament march announced by CJP. However, CJP leaders didn't lead the protests and two spokesperson of the group met Union Minister JP Nadda and submitted their written demands to the minister. They said that the minister assured him that he would get back to them after speaking to higher leadership. Even as this unfolded, crowd swelled at the location, and Delhi Police used batons and tear gas to disperse them. Though, police denied “use of force”, videos showed Delhi Police and Rapid Action Force personnel chasing the protesters and using tear gas shells at several locations around Jantar Mantar including Connaught Place.&nbsp;&nbsp;Later, at night, despite the crackdown, the protesters gathered again at Jantar Mantar with CJP's Abhijit Dipke leading them and apologizing for not being able to save the students. Since then, the protests has continued even as Centre has deployed BSF and other para military forces in the area, alongside Delhi police.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee backed the CJP-led protest over the NEET paper leak and criticised Delhi Police action against protesters. She said she would visit Delhi and join the protest if needed, while accusing the Centre of suppressing the Opposition’s voice

Former West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday night (Jul 21) extended her support to the students' protest in the national capital and has hinted that she will join “if need be.” In a statement, she also slammed the Union government and Delhi Police for their atrocities against the protesters. She called the NEET paper leak “unacceptable”, adding that her party fully supports the Opposition's sit-in demonstration as well as protest by Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Addressing the TMC's Martyrs' Day rally in Kolkata, Banerjee said, "We supported CJP from the beginning. If need be, I will visit Delhi and join their protest." She also requested all non BJP parties to unite “under the umbrella of the INDIA Alliance." Later, taking to X, she wrote, “ Shame on the Union government. The All India Trinamool Congress fully supports the sit-down protest by the Opposition today near Akbar Road. She said that the police atrocities on our youth in Delhi is "unacceptable.” She also said that police atrocities happened in Kolkata, adding that “BJP goons” allegedly attempted to disrupt preparations for our Martyrs' Day programme."

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee backed the CJP-led protest over the NEET paper leak and criticised Delhi Police action against protesters. She said she would visit Delhi and join the protest if needed, while accusing the Centre of suppressing the Opposition’s voice

'Shame on govt': Mamata Banerjee to join CJP protest in Delhi? TMC chief releases BIG statement, speaks against police atrocities

Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of using central agencies like the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and police forces to weaken the Trinamool Congress (TMC). Her remarks have intensified the political confrontation between the two parties ahead of upcoming electoral battles.

Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP of using ED & police to break TMC

Former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee led a protest rally over the rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in Baruipur. She accused police of ignoring a Calcutta High Court order and letting BJP workers disrupt the Trinamool march. Mamata also claimed TMC workers were assaulted during the protest. The case has sparked statewide outrage, with political parties trading blame over law and order and the safety of children in Bengal.


West Bengal's former CM Mamata Banerjee holds protest rally, accuses BJP of disruptions 

Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced that she will also take charge as the party’s state unit president. She also inducted Madan Mitra and Kunal Ghosh into the state committee as General Secretaries.

Mamata Banerjee names herself TMC state president amid crisis

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing a massive leadership crisis as internal infighting reaches a boiling point. Senior leader and West Bengal State President Chandrima Bhattacharya has resigned from all party posts, citing hurt over accusations from Mamata Banerjee regarding her handling of the party headquarters.

Mamata aide resigns as TMC state Prez, Mamata set to assume key post 

The Mamata Banerjee-led faction of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Tuesday expelled eight leaders, including former Kolkata mayor Firhad Hakim, Javed Ahmed Khan, Sabina Yasmin, Arup Roy, Rathin Ghosh, Biplab Mitra, Aroop Biswas and Snehasis Chakraborty. The expulsions came a day after the dissident camp “ousted” the former West Bengal chief minister as the party’s chairperson and suspended her nephew Abhishek Banerjee. The leaders expelled on Tuesday are in the rebel camp led by Ritabrata Banerjee.&nbsp;Earlier in the day, the AITC had issued show-cause notices to these leaders over “anti-party” activities.Mamata’s faction has also submitted a list to the Election Commission of India (ECI), naming her as the Chairperson of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC). The document also names Subrata Bakshi as vice president; Abhishek Banerjee as national general secretary and Lok Sabha leader, Derek O’Brien as joint secretary and Rajya Sabha leader, Dola Sen as joint secretary; and Subhasish Chakraborty as treasurer.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/11-india-bound-ships-carrying-crude-lpg-fertilisers-crossed-hormuz-since-us-iran-mou-signing-10-still-in-gulf-mea-1782217692758">11 India-bound ships carrying crude, LPG, fertilisers crossed Hormuz since US-Iran MoU signing; 10 still in Gulf: MEA</a>&nbsp;The rebel TMC faction, led by Leader of the Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee, had on Monday announced the removal of Mamata Banerjee as the party’s chairperson and the suspension of Abhishek Banerjee, while asserting that it is the “real Trinamool” and preparing to approach the Election Commission (EC) to stake its claim.&nbsp;“It is not about what is real or not real. We are TMC and will inform the Election Commission about today’s special session proceedings,” he said.&nbsp;“We have functioned and convened this special session as per the norms. It is for the EC to decide what is wrong or right,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/14-students-killed-in-fire-at-animation-centre-in-lucknow-many-jump-from-1st-floor-1782130828955">15 killed in fire at animation centre in Lucknow; many jump off 1st floor</a>&nbsp;The TMC rebels also constituted a 30-member National Working Committee (NWC). Ritabrita reiterated that he wants Mamata Banerjee to play the role of mentor in the party. “We have repeatedly stated our stance regarding Mamata Banerjee’s role within the TMC. We want ‘Didi’ to assume the responsibility of a mentor and guide us,” Ritabrata said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/cred-founder-kunal-shah-becomes-global-ceo-of-whatsapp-meta-invests-900-million-in-fintech-startup-1782137297377">CRED founder Kunal Shah becomes global CEO of WhatsApp as Meta invests $900 million in startup</a>&nbsp;The dissident camp elected MLA Arup Roy as the new chairperson of the party and appointed former minister Aroop Biswas and MLAs Firhad Hakim, Rathin Ghosh and Sabina Yasmin as vice-chairpersons.&nbsp;Ritabrata further said that district presidents and committees would also be constituted in the coming days.&nbsp;The dissidents claim support of at least 60 of TMC’s 80 legislators, while 20 of the party’s 28 Lok Sabha MPs have already broken away and merged with the little-known Nationalist Citizens’ Party of India.

The rebel TMC faction, led by LoP Ritabrata Banerjee, had on Monday announced the removal of Mamata Banerjee as the party’s chairperson and the suspension of Abhishek Banerjee while asserting that it is the “real Trinamool” and preparing to approach the Election Commission to stake its claim.

The Mamata Banerjee-led faction of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Tuesday expelled eight leaders, including former Kolkata mayor Firhad Hakim, Javed Ahmed Khan, Sabina Yasmin, Arup Roy, Rathin Ghosh, Biplab Mitra, Aroop Biswas and Snehasis Chakraborty. The expulsions came a day after the dissident camp “ousted” the former West Bengal chief minister as the party’s chairperson and suspended her nephew Abhishek Banerjee. The leaders expelled on Tuesday are in the rebel camp led by Ritabrata Banerjee. Earlier in the day, the AITC had issued show-cause notices to these leaders over “anti-party” activities. Mamata’s faction has also submitted a list to the Election Commission of India (ECI), naming her as the Chairperson of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC). The document also names Subrata Bakshi as vice president; Abhishek Banerjee as national general secretary and Lok Sabha leader, Derek O’Brien as joint secretary and Rajya Sabha leader, Dola Sen as joint secretary; and Subhasish Chakraborty as treasurer. Also Read: 11 India-bound ships carrying crude, LPG, fertilisers crossed Hormuz since US-Iran MoU signing; 10 still in Gulf: MEA The rebel TMC faction, led by Leader of the Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee, had on Monday announced the removal of Mamata Banerjee as the party’s chairperson and the suspension of Abhishek Banerjee, while asserting that it is the “real Trinamool” and preparing to approach the Election Commission (EC) to stake its claim. “It is not about what is real or not real. We are TMC and will inform the Election Commission about today’s special session proceedings,” he said. “We have functioned and convened this special session as per the norms. It is for the EC to decide what is wrong or right,” he added. Also Read: 15 killed in fire at animation centre in Lucknow; many jump off 1st floor The TMC rebels also constituted a 30-member National Working Committee (NWC). Ritabrita reiterated that he wants Mamata Banerjee to play the role of mentor in the party. “We have repeatedly stated our stance regarding Mamata Banerjee’s role within the TMC. We want ‘Didi’ to assume the responsibility of a mentor and guide us,” Ritabrata said. Also Read: CRED founder Kunal Shah becomes global CEO of WhatsApp as Meta invests $900 million in startup The dissident camp elected MLA Arup Roy as the new chairperson of the party and appointed former minister Aroop Biswas and MLAs Firhad Hakim, Rathin Ghosh and Sabina Yasmin as vice-chairpersons. Ritabrata further said that district presidents and committees would also be constituted in the coming days. The dissidents claim support of at least 60 of TMC’s 80 legislators, while 20 of the party’s 28 Lok Sabha MPs have already broken away and merged with the little-known Nationalist Citizens’ Party of India.

The rebel TMC faction, led by LoP Ritabrata Banerjee, had on Monday announced the removal of Mamata Banerjee as the party’s chairperson and the suspension of Abhishek Banerjee while asserting that it is the “real Trinamool” and preparing to approach the Election Commission to stake its claim.

Mamata-led TMC faction hits back, expels Firhad Hakim, Aroop Roy and 6 others over anti-party activities

The political crisis within the Trinamool Congress deepened on Monday after the party's rebel faction, led by Leader of the Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee, announced senior MLA Arup Roy as the chairperson of what it described as the "real" Trinamool Congress.&nbsp;With the move, the dissident group claimed that Mamata Banerjee had been removed as the party's chairperson. However, leaders loyal to Mamata insisted that she continue to head the organisation.&nbsp;Addressing a press conference, Ritabrata said: “We have held a special session today (Monday), and delegates have elected the national working committee. Arup Roy, one of the senior party leaders, has been elected as chairperson. He was with the party from the beginning; 29 other members have been elected to the committee.”&nbsp;Speaking about Mamata Banerjee, he added: “We want Didi (Mamata Banerjee) to be our chief adviser.”&nbsp;“We have done this following the rules and party constitution. We will inform the Election Commission about our decision. We are the Trinamool Congress. We will shortly set up a state committee, district committees, spokesperson and frontal organisations,” he said.Ritabrata also questioned the legitimacy of the working committee backed by Mamata Banerjee.&nbsp;“What was being shown as the national working committee (by Mamata loyalists) is vague. Those whose names were announced resigned the next day. We have followed all rules and regulations,” he said.&nbsp;Asked about Diamond Harbour MP Abhishek Banerjee, Ritabrata said, “His name was neither mentioned nor discussed.&nbsp;After being named chairperson, Arup Roy appealed for unity within the party.&nbsp;“We will all work together. These are tough times for the party, and we need to stand with our workers,” Roy said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shooting-in-montreal-s-jewish-neighbourhood-leaves-3-dead-including-gunman-1782156068566">Shooting in Montreal's Jewish neighbourhood leaves 3 dead, including gunman</a>&nbsp;The announcement was immediately rejected by leaders aligned with Mamata Banerjee.&nbsp;Former minister Madan Mitra said the rebel group had no authority to alter the party's leadership structure.&nbsp;“There is a party constitution, and Mamata Banerjee is the chairperson of the party. This (new party structure) simply cannot be done. They (the rebel group) cannot do this,” Mitra said.&nbsp;During the special session, the rebel camp appointed Aroop Biswas, Javed Khan, Rathin Ghosh and former Kolkata mayor Firhad Hakim as vice presidents. Javed Khan, Sandipan Saha, Ritabrata Banerjee and Sabina Yasmin were named general secretaries.&nbsp;The rebellion began on June 3 when around 60 of the party's 80 MLAs revolted against the leadership and selected Ritabrata Banerjee as the new Leader of Opposition.&nbsp;Soon afterwards, a group of TMC Lok Sabha MPs led by Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar also broke ranks. The MPs claim to have the support of 20 members and have approached the Speaker seeking a merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India.

The rebel faction appointed Aroop Biswas, Javed Khan, Rathin Ghosh and Firhad Hakim as vice presidents, while Javed Khan, Sandipan Saha, Ritabrata Banerjee and Sabina Yasmin were named general secretaries.

The political crisis within the Trinamool Congress deepened on Monday after the party's rebel faction, led by Leader of the Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee, announced senior MLA Arup Roy as the chairperson of what it described as the "real" Trinamool Congress. With the move, the dissident group claimed that Mamata Banerjee had been removed as the party's chairperson. However, leaders loyal to Mamata insisted that she continue to head the organisation. Addressing a press conference, Ritabrata said: “We have held a special session today (Monday), and delegates have elected the national working committee. Arup Roy, one of the senior party leaders, has been elected as chairperson. He was with the party from the beginning; 29 other members have been elected to the committee.” Speaking about Mamata Banerjee, he added: “We want Didi (Mamata Banerjee) to be our chief adviser.” “We have done this following the rules and party constitution. We will inform the Election Commission about our decision. We are the Trinamool Congress. We will shortly set up a state committee, district committees, spokesperson and frontal organisations,” he said. Ritabrata also questioned the legitimacy of the working committee backed by Mamata Banerjee. “What was being shown as the national working committee (by Mamata loyalists) is vague. Those whose names were announced resigned the next day. We have followed all rules and regulations,” he said. Asked about Diamond Harbour MP Abhishek Banerjee, Ritabrata said, “His name was neither mentioned nor discussed. After being named chairperson, Arup Roy appealed for unity within the party. “We will all work together. These are tough times for the party, and we need to stand with our workers,” Roy said. Also Read: Shooting in Montreal's Jewish neighbourhood leaves 3 dead, including gunman The announcement was immediately rejected by leaders aligned with Mamata Banerjee. Former minister Madan Mitra said the rebel group had no authority to alter the party's leadership structure. “There is a party constitution, and Mamata Banerjee is the chairperson of the party. This (new party structure) simply cannot be done. They (the rebel group) cannot do this,” Mitra said. During the special session, the rebel camp appointed Aroop Biswas, Javed Khan, Rathin Ghosh and former Kolkata mayor Firhad Hakim as vice presidents. Javed Khan, Sandipan Saha, Ritabrata Banerjee and Sabina Yasmin were named general secretaries. The rebellion began on June 3 when around 60 of the party's 80 MLAs revolted against the leadership and selected Ritabrata Banerjee as the new Leader of Opposition. Soon afterwards, a group of TMC Lok Sabha MPs led by Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar also broke ranks. The MPs claim to have the support of 20 members and have approached the Speaker seeking a merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India.

The rebel faction appointed Aroop Biswas, Javed Khan, Rathin Ghosh and Firhad Hakim as vice presidents, while Javed Khan, Sandipan Saha, Ritabrata Banerjee and Sabina Yasmin were named general secretaries.

TMC rebel faction ousts Mamata Banerjee, appoints Arup Roy as chairperson

Political uncertainty continues to grip the Trinamool Congress as senior leader Abhishek Banerjee faces questioning by the CID while rebel MPs publicly claim they have the numbers on their side. The developments come amid ongoing instability within the party, raising fresh questions about leadership, internal unity and the future direction of the organisation. As the political drama unfolds, attention remains firmly fixed on how Mamata Banerjee's party navigates one of its most challenging phases in recent years.


TMC General Secretary Questioned by CID, Rebel MPs Say Numbers Are With Them

An FIR has been registered against former West Bengal chief minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chairperson Mamata Banerjee over a speech she allegedly delivered at a rally in Kolkata while campaigning for state assembly elections earlier this year.&nbsp;The FIR was registered on June 7 under Sections 196(1), 351(2) and 352 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), reported news agency ANI. The complaint filed by Tushar Kanti Das says Banerjee’s speech at the Dharna Mancha near Metro Channel in Esplanade (Dharmatala) on March 9 allegedly contained misleading remarks aimed at provoking a breach of peace, disturbing public tranquillity and affecting communal harmony.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nothing-that-we-agreed-to-trump-slams-terms-of-peace-deal-reported-by-iranian-state-media-1781273873656">‘Nothing that we agreed to’: Trump slams terms of peace deal reported by Iranian state media</a>&nbsp;Das also alleged that the speech posed a threat to the state’s democratic framework.&nbsp;“We have received the complaint, and a case has been registered in accordance with legal procedure. All aspects of the speech and the context in which it was delivered are being thoroughly examined,” said a senior police officer.&nbsp;The FIR adds to the troubles of TMC and raises political tensions in West Bengal. The TMC, which is facing a major internal crisis, said the FIR is “politically motivated” and alleged that it is part of continued attempts to target the party leadership.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-will-use-iran-s-frozen-funds-to-pay-for-damages-inflicted-on-gulf-allies-scott-bessent-1781205304888">‘US will use Iran’s frozen funds to pay for damages inflicted on Gulf allies’: Scott Bessent</a><h2>CID officials grill Abhishek Banerjee in signature forgery case</h2>&nbsp;A team of Criminal Investigation Department (CID) officials reached the residence of Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary and MP Abhishek Banerjee in Kolkata on Friday in connection with the signature forgery case.Lawyers of Abhishek Banerjee also arrived at his residence.On Thursday, Abhishek Banerjee was o questioned by the CID for nearly 5.5 hours in the signature forgery case at Bhabani Bhawan, the agency’s headquarters in Kolkata’s Alipore area.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/what-is-an-election-petition-that-the-supreme-court-has-asked-meenakshi-natarajan-to-file-1781268819009">What is an election petition that the Supreme Court has asked Meenakshi Natarajan to file?</a>&nbsp;TMC MLA Madan Mitra said that Abhishek Banerjee had been cooperating with the investigation and would continue to do so.“They (CID) have come; it’s their job, so they’ve come. They want cooperation from Abhishek Banerjee, and Abhishek Banerjee is cooperating. He has cooperated in the past, and he will continue to cooperate,” he said.

The FIR against Mamata Banerjee adds to the troubles of TMC and raises political tensions in West Bengal. The TMC, which is facing a major internal crisis, said the FIR is “politically motivated” and alleged that it is part of continued attempts to target the party leadership. 

An FIR has been registered against former West Bengal chief minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chairperson Mamata Banerjee over a speech she allegedly delivered at a rally in Kolkata while campaigning for state assembly elections earlier this year. The FIR was registered on June 7 under Sections 196(1), 351(2) and 352 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), reported news agency ANI. The complaint filed by Tushar Kanti Das says Banerjee’s speech at the Dharna Mancha near Metro Channel in Esplanade (Dharmatala) on March 9 allegedly contained misleading remarks aimed at provoking a breach of peace, disturbing public tranquillity and affecting communal harmony. Also Read: ‘Nothing that we agreed to’: Trump slams terms of peace deal reported by Iranian state media Das also alleged that the speech posed a threat to the state’s democratic framework. “We have received the complaint, and a case has been registered in accordance with legal procedure. All aspects of the speech and the context in which it was delivered are being thoroughly examined,” said a senior police officer. The FIR adds to the troubles of TMC and raises political tensions in West Bengal. The TMC, which is facing a major internal crisis, said the FIR is “politically motivated” and alleged that it is part of continued attempts to target the party leadership. Also Read: ‘US will use Iran’s frozen funds to pay for damages inflicted on Gulf allies’: Scott Bessent CID officials grill Abhishek Banerjee in signature forgery case A team of Criminal Investigation Department (CID) officials reached the residence of Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary and MP Abhishek Banerjee in Kolkata on Friday in connection with the signature forgery case. Lawyers of Abhishek Banerjee also arrived at his residence. On Thursday, Abhishek Banerjee was o questioned by the CID for nearly 5.5 hours in the signature forgery case at Bhabani Bhawan, the agency’s headquarters in Kolkata’s Alipore area. Also Read: What is an election petition that the Supreme Court has asked Meenakshi Natarajan to file? TMC MLA Madan Mitra said that Abhishek Banerjee had been cooperating with the investigation and would continue to do so. “They (CID) have come; it’s their job, so they’ve come. They want cooperation from Abhishek Banerjee, and Abhishek Banerjee is cooperating. He has cooperated in the past, and he will continue to cooperate,” he said.

The FIR against Mamata Banerjee adds to the troubles of TMC and raises political tensions in West Bengal. The TMC, which is facing a major internal crisis, said the FIR is “politically motivated” and alleged that it is part of continued attempts to target the party leadership.&nbsp;

FIR lodged against Mamata Banerjee over ‘inflammatory’ speech during Bengal elections

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is facing mounting political pressure as more leaders continue to leave the Trinamool Congress, deepening concerns over internal divisions within the party. The growing exodus has intensified speculation about leadership challenges, factionalism, and the possible impact on the state’s political landscape ahead of future elections. Opposition parties are closely watching the developments as the crisis unfolds.

Mamata Banerjee Faces Biggest Political Challenge, Leaders Continue to Leave TMC

Reports indicate that Congress leader Sonia Gandhi proposed a merger between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Indian National Congress during closed-door meetings in New Delhi. The proposal was reportedly made amid a deepening internal crisis and mass defections within the TMC. 


Mamata Banerjee Faces Exodus From TMC, Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev Resigns

Senior opposition leaders Sonia Gandhi and Mamata Banerjee met in New Delhi, sparking political buzz over possible coordination within the INDIA bloc. The meeting comes at a crucial time ahead of upcoming political developments and signals renewed efforts at opposition unity and strategy discussions.


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Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee met Congress leader Sonia Gandhi in New Delhi, a day after the INDIA bloc meeting brought opposition leaders together to discuss future strategy. The meeting comes at a crucial political moment, with the TMC facing internal dissent following its recent electoral setback in West Bengal. As opposition parties seek to maintain unity and recalibrate their approach ahead of upcoming political battles, the renewed engagement between Mamata Banerjee and Sonia Gandhi has drawn significant attention.

Mamata Banerjee Meets Sonia Gandhi As TMC Battles Dissent After Bengal Poll Defeat

A dramatic political development has emerged in West Bengal, with reports suggesting that 20 Trinamool Congress MPs have written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking to join the ruling NDA. The move could reshape political equations in both West Bengal and New Delhi. This episode analyzes the potential fallout and what it means for India's political landscape.

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20 TMC MPs Write Letter To Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Seeking To Join Ruling NDA

The Trinamool Congress seems to be heading for a split as at least 20 TMC MPs submitted a letter to the Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday expressing their desire to ally with the BJP-led NDA, reported news agency PTI, citing MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, who was recently removed as the party’s chief whip in the Lok Sabha after her outburst following the Trinamool poll debacle. The decision of the MPs came even as TMC chief Mamata Banerjee was in Delhi, attending a meeting of the opposition’s INDIA bloc. The TMC has 28 Lok Sabha MPs.&nbsp;“Nearly 20 TMC MPs, including me, have written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla about our decision to support the NDA,” she said. “We accepted the poll verdict in Bengal and believe our future political course should be aligned with NDA,” she added.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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&nbsp;Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar further claimed that she continues to be the party's chief whip in the Lok Sabha, and said the decision to go with NDA was taken after proper consultations with fellow MPs.&nbsp;After TMC’s electoral debacle, Dastidar, who is an MP from Barasat, West Bengal, had resigned from all her organisational posts, including as the National President of the All India Mahila Trinamool Congress (the party’s women’s wing) and the Barasat organisational district president.&nbsp;She openly rebelled against the party’s leadership structure, and pointed fingers at the political consultancy firm I-PAC brought in by Mamata’s nephew Abhishek Banerjee. She said that I-PAC’s high-handed decisions marginalised the veteran grassroots party workers and destroyed their morale, which led to the defeat. She also criticised the policies and failures of the state government under Mamata Banerjee.&nbsp;She even attended an administrative review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, stoking speculation that a faction of disgruntled TMC legislators is preparing ground for a split.&nbsp;Another Trinamool MP Sharmila Sarkar said that they are forming a different bloc of 20 MPs and going to give support to the NDA. Sarkar added that Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar will be the chief whip and Shatabdi Roy the deputy leader of their group.&nbsp;Earlier, TMC Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Shekhar Ray resigned from the party and the Upper House. His resignation was accepted by the chairman.&nbsp;The development deepens the crisis within the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC after growing dissent and a string of high-profile resignations.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The crisis within the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress (TMC) deepened as signs of rebellion that first emerged after the assembly election results finally reached its parliamentary wing. Earlier, TMC Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Shekhar Ray resigned from the party and the Upper House.

The Trinamool Congress seems to be heading for a split as at least 20 TMC MPs submitted a letter to the Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday expressing their desire to ally with the BJP-led NDA, reported news agency PTI, citing MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, who was recently removed as the party’s chief whip in the Lok Sabha after her outburst following the Trinamool poll debacle. The decision of the MPs came even as TMC chief Mamata Banerjee was in Delhi, attending a meeting of the opposition’s INDIA bloc. The TMC has 28 Lok Sabha MPs. “Nearly 20 TMC MPs, including me, have written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla about our decision to support the NDA,” she said. “We accepted the poll verdict in Bengal and believe our future political course should be aligned with NDA,” she added.

The crisis within the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress (TMC) deepened as signs of rebellion that first emerged after the assembly election results finally reached its parliamentary wing. Earlier, TMC Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Shekhar Ray resigned from the party and the Upper House.&nbsp;

TMC crisis deepens: 20 MPs write to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, ‘want to ally with NDA’

Fresh signs of unrest have emerged within the Trinamool Congress, raising questions about party unity after its recent electoral setback. Reports suggest internal dissent is growing, with rebel voices challenging the leadership and exposing cracks within West Bengal's ruling political formation.

As the political battle intensifies, the developments could have major implications for Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the future direction of the Trinamool Congress in the state.

West Bengal Politics: Report Suggests At Least 20 MPs Planning To Quit TMC

West Bengal: Rebellion Grows Within Trinamool Congress

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has led a major protest in Kolkata over alleged post-poll attacks, as tensions between the Trinamool Congress and the BJP continue to rise. The political showdown comes amid fresh accusations and counter-claims following recent electoral developments in the state.


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