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

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 an existential crisis following the resignation of former West Bengal Finance Minister and state party president, Chandrima Bhattacharya. Her departure, which occurred on Saturday, July 4, 2026, marks another major blow to Mamata Banerjee’s leadership in the wake of the party’s crushing defeat in the 2026 Assembly elections.  


Bengal minister BJP leader claims TMC no longer exists after 'wave of resignations'

As rival factions claim legitimacy, the TMC split has expanded into a battle over ₹440 crore in frozen funds, party ownership and organisational control.

Who controls TMC? ₹440 crore freeze pushes battle for ownership and legitimacy

Trinamool Congress faces fresh turmoil as Sushmita Dev resigns from the Rajya Sabha and all party posts, days after Sukhendu Sekhar Ray's exit. The resignations have intensified speculation of a split within the party following its defeat in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly polls.

TMC's Sushmita Dev resigns from Rajya Sabha in another jolt to Mamata Banerjee: Will she join BJP?

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.

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


Is TMC Heading For A Split? Internal Rift Deepens After Bengal Poll Defeat 

A major political storm has erupted in West Bengal after police allegedly recovered millions buried beneath farmland linked to TMC leader Dipankar Bhattacharya. Investigators say trolley bags stuffed with cash were dug out during a late-night operation near his farmhouse. 

TMC leader’s ‘buried cash’ scandal explodes in Bengal; police recover over 20 million from Dipankar Bhattacharya's farmland

PM Narendra Modi targeted Trinamool Congress over its comments over the Citizenship Amendment Act , saying the party wants to strip citizenship from those Hindu refugees who have been granted it. Trinamool people are opposing the SIR, so that infiltrators cannot be identified, he added.

‘Trinamool Congress govt ruthless, has turned Bengal into hub of migration’: PM Modi

The political temperature in West Bengal has shifted from the streets to the dinner plate it seems. As Union Home Minister Amit Shah kicks off a 15-day campaign for the 2026 Assembly Elections, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has greeted him not with a protest, but with a 'Must-Eat' menu.

Bhapa Ilish to Kosha Mangsho: Breaking down the 6 Bengali delicacies TMC ‘recommended’ to Amit Shah

President Droupadi Murmu raised concerns about the arrangements for an international event held in Siliguri during her one-day visit to West Bengal on Saturday. She had travelled to the town to attend the 9th International Santal Conference organised by the International Santal Council.

‘Shameful, unprecedented,’ PM Modi slams Trinamool over President Murmu’s insult during Bengal visit

PM Modi said the Mamata Banerjee government is facilitating infiltration to build its own votebank, even if it hampers the national interests. He pointed out that the TMC government is not providing land for fencing along Bangladesh border, because of which illegals continue to infiltrate.

‘Trinamool govt facilitating infiltration to build votebank, jeopardising future of Bengal’s youth’: PM Modi

ED had conducted raids on I-PAC premises as part of an investigation into coal scam. ED claims that proceeds of crime worth Rs 10 crore were allegedly routed to I-PAC through hawala channels, and the firm was paid by the Trinamool for services rendered during the 2022 Goa Assembly elections.

ED moves SC over ‘interference’ from Mamata govt in I-PAC raids, Bengal files caveat

The fraudsters used forged PAN and Aadhaar cards in the KYC application and changed the contact details of MP Kalyan Banerjee in the account. They also changed the registered mobile number linked to the account, thereby gaining full access.

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee loses ₹56 lakh to cyberfraud through fake KYC of bank account

Trinamool Congress MLA Abdur Rahim Boxi also threatened to pluck out the eyes of the BJP legislator. A few years ago, he had threatened to cut off the hands and feet of the BJP, CPI(M), and Congress leaders and workers.

Trinamool Congress MLA threatens acid attack on BJP leaders in Bengal | WATCH

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra made the alleged remarks on Thursday in West Bengal’s Nadia district while speaking to the press on the sidelines of an event. Moitra accused the Union government of failing to secure India’s borders and “passing the buck” on infiltration issues.

FIR against TMC MP Mahua Moitra for ‘offensive’ remarks against Amit Shah

The authorities of South Calcutta Law College have terminated the services of the prime accused, Mishra, and expelled two other co-accused in the alleged gang rape of a 24-year-old student, an official said on Tuesday.

BJP says Bengal minister called Kolkata law college rape ‘small incident’, he denies

The first-year student of South Calcutta Law College was allegedly gang-raped on June 25 inside the campus of the college, by Manojit Mishra, an alumnus of the college.

'If she hadn't gone there...': Trinamool leader's remarks on Kolkata rape case spark controversy - Here's what he said

An exchange of words between the ruling party Trinamool Congress and the opposition BJP erupted over the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor in RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.

I have lost my hair, not right to cast an evil eye on remaining ones: Trinamool leader's comical response

Members of the Opposition INDIA bloc walked out of the Upper House (Rajya Sabha) of the Parliament after they were not allowed to discuss the disqualification of wrestler Vinesh Phogat from the Paris Olympics 2024.

High drama in Rajya Sabha as chairman schools TMC MP for creating ruckus over Vinesh Phogat's disqualification

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra took a swipe at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday following her party's sweep of all four assembly seats in the West Bengal bypolls.

Mahua Moitra mocks BJP after TMC’s clean sweep in West Bengal assembly bypolls

West Bengal Lok Sabha elections 2024: Voting is underway on Saturday (June 1) in the seventh and final phase of Lok Sabha elections in the east Indian state of West Bengal.

West Bengal Lok Sabha elections 2024: Schedule, dates, phases, seats, candidates - All you need to know

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

Mamata Banerjee names herself TMC state president amid crisis

Bengal minister BJP leader claims TMC no longer exists after 'wave of resignations'

Who controls TMC? ₹440 crore freeze pushes battle for ownership and legitimacy

TMC's Sushmita Dev resigns from Rajya Sabha in another jolt to Mamata Banerjee

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

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

West Bengal: Rebellion Grows Within Trinamool Congress

Is TMC Heading For A Split? Internal Rift Deepens After Bengal Poll Defeat

TMC leader’s ‘buried cash’ scandal explodes in Bengal; over 20mn recovered

‘Trinamool govt ruthless, has turned Bengal into hub of migration’: PM Modi

Breaking down the 6 Bengali delicacies TMC ‘recommended’ to Amit Shah

‘Shameful, unprecedented,’ PM Modi slams Trinamool over President Murmu’s insult

‘Trinamool govt facilitating infiltration to build votebank, jeopardising future of Bengal’s youth’: PM Modi

ED moves SC over Mamata govt ‘interference’ in I-PAC raids, Bengal files caveat

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee loses ₹56 lakh to cyberfraud through fake bank KYC