BJP NDA SUPPORT TMC
"All TMC MPs, MLAs were involved in fraud": West Bengal Minister Gouri Shankar Ghosh
West Bengal Minister Gouri Shankar Ghosh has leveled serious corruption charges against the Trinamool Congress. He alleges widespread scams and the illicit sale of government jobs involving TMC MPs and MLAs. Ghosh predicts central investigative agencies will soon hold top party leaders accountable.
TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay says he is with rebel camp, backs advisory role for Mamata
Senior TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay has joined a dissident faction seeking control of the party's parliamentary wing. He supports a proposal to keep Mamata Banerjee in an advisory role. Rebels claim more MPs will join, increasing their Lok Sabha strength. They plan to seek recognition as a separate parliamentary bloc.
TMC leaders were devastated by Mamata Banerjee's "reign of terror", says BJP's Manan Kumar Mishra
A Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament has claimed that Mamata Banerjee's leadership instilled fear within the Trinamool Congress. Meanwhile, a group of TMC Members of Parliament have formally requested separate seating in the Lok Sabha. This move signals potential internal divisions within the party. These developments follow the TMC's performance in recent West Bengal Assembly elections.
"Completely destroyed it": Kunal Ghosh slams Sudip Bandhopadhyay over BJP meet
Trinamool Congress MLA Kunal Ghosh criticizes senior leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay for meeting Union Minister Bhupender Yadav. Ghosh alleges Bandyopadhyay has weakened the party organization. The article highlights growing internal crisis within TMC with several MLAs and MPs rebelling. Rebel MPs are urged to resign their Lok Sabha seats won under the TMC symbol.
'Mamata Banerjee is a fighter politician, she is not someone who fears FIRs': Sanjay Raut backs TMC chief
Sanjay Raut, a Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, questions the FIR against Mamata Banerjee. He asks why similar action was not taken against others for provocative speeches. Raut supports Banerjee, calling her a fighter. The FIR was registered on June 7. It alleges Banerjee delivered a misleading speech. This comes amid political turbulence for Banerjee's party.
Mamata Banerjee rejigs TMC's youth, women wings; removes Saayoni Ghosh, Mala Roy from key positions
TMC chief Mamata Banerjee has made significant changes within the party. Saayoni Ghosh was removed as youth wing president and replaced by Arnab Banerjee. Mala Roy was replaced as women's wing president by Alifa Ahmed. These moves come as several TMC MPs are reportedly forming a breakaway faction. The party is facing internal challenges following recent electoral results.
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Former Bengal minister Manas Bhunia quits TMC
Former minister Manas Bhunia has resigned from the Trinamool Congress. This adds to the party's ongoing crisis following its assembly poll defeat. Bhunia, a senior leader, quit all organisational posts. He stated he will continue to serve his constituency. Bhunia lost the recent assembly polls from Sabang. He had previously switched from Congress to TMC in 2016.
TMC unrest deepens as Sudip Bandyopadhyay meets BJP's Bhupender Yadav in Delhi
Senior TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay met Union Minister Bhupender Yadav in Delhi. This meeting fuels speculation about Bandyopadhyay joining a dissident TMC group. Rebel MPs plan to meet the Lok Sabha Speaker to seek recognition as the 'real TMC'. A significant number of TMC MLAs have already broken away in the state Assembly.
'Abhishek Banerjee is like my son, duty of father to forgive': Kalyan Banerjee strike reconciliatory note
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee has softened his stance towards nephew Abhishek Banerjee, calling him his son and emphasizing paternal forgiveness. This comes amid reports of internal party rifts and CID searches at Abhishek Banerjee's residence. The party denies any merger with Congress. Political turmoil intensifies with an FIR against Mamata Banerjee over alleged communal remarks.
AITC MPs in touch with BJP, but no merger on cards yet
Trinamool MPs are signaling support for the NDA. The BJP is observing these shifts and planning its strategy. The party is not rushing decisions, prioritizing the establishment of the new West Bengal government. Rebel Trinamool MPs may face legal battles for party recognition. The BJP is considering accommodating Rajya Sabha member Sukhendu Shekhar Roy.
Debate on real TMC settled; Mamata, Abhishek represent fake TMC: BJP
The BJP claims a document signed by 20 Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha MPs indicates a "real TMC" led by Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, not Mamata Banerjee and her nephew. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla alleged an "implosion" within TMC due to dynastic politics, stating the party has moved away from Mamata Banerjee.
Dissident TMC faction to approach LS Speaker, seek recognition as 'real TMC'
Rebel Trinamool Congress MPs plan to meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday. They aim to stake a claim for recognition as the 'real TMC' vote group. Nineteen Lok Sabha members reportedly back this faction. The move follows a crisis within the TMC after election defeats and legislator rebellions. This political development is set to unfold in Parliament.
TMC Lok Sabha mass exodus: 19 MPs including Saayoni Ghosh and Satabdi Roy sign dissent note to Speaker
Trinamool Congress is in significant internal turmoil. Several MPs have sought separate seating in Lok Sabha, signaling a split. Rajya Sabha MPs are resigning, raising questions about party unity. Rebel leaders deny merger talks with Congress but claim strong MLA support. Speculation of alignment with NDA is also rife.
'Whoever I side with secures power': Ramdas Athawale claims Modi will win 2029 polls
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale predicts Prime Minister Narendra Modi will win the 2029 and 2034 elections. He stated that his party's support guarantees power. Athawale also highlighted the NDA government's secular approach and commitment to Uttarakhand's development. He mentioned projects worth Rs 40,000 crore for the state. The minister also spoke about educational policies and reservation quotas.
TMC rebel leaders list: From Sushmita Dev to others, check leaders deserting Mamata Banerjee's party after poll blow
Trinamool Congress faces internal turmoil as Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev resigns, fueling speculation of a BJP move. Rebel MPs are reportedly seeking separate seating and declaring support for the NDA. TMC leaders Kalyan Banerjee and Kirti Azad have strongly criticized these dissenting MPs, accusing them of lacking morality and aligning with the BJP.
Mamata Banerjee seeks close Congress ties, triggers buzz of 'merger wish'
Following a recent meeting between Mamata Banerjee and Sonia Gandhi, her nephew Abhishek Banerjee met Rahul Gandhi, signaling a potential shift in the TMC's stance towards the Congress and other opposition parties. This outreach, occurring amidst TMC defections to the BJP, has fueled speculation about a merger, though TMC leaders dismiss it.
TMC split buzz: Why do Indian politicians so readily abandon their parties?
Speculation surrounds a potential split in the TMC party. Such defections are common in Indian politics, often engineered by other parties. Factors like regional transitions, loss of patronage, weak ideology, and centralized leadership contribute to party allegiance being brittle. The anti-defection law has been outwitted, allowing for mass resignations to disguise defections.
'Have to work in Assam, nothing as opportunistic,' says Sushmita Dev after quitting TMC
Sushmita Dev has resigned from the Trinamool Congress and Rajya Sabha. She stated her desire to work in Assam. Dev met Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. She cited political and personal reasons for her decision. Dev previously belonged to the Congress party. This development follows internal party rifts and other resignations after the recent assembly election loss.
Two factions, two directions: TMC rebels face unprecedented political divide
The TMC is experiencing a significant split. A majority of its MLAs have formed a breakaway faction, vowing constructive opposition against the BJP in West Bengal. Simultaneously, a section of its Lok Sabha MPs have pledged allegiance to the BJP-led NDA. This creates an ideological incoherence within the party.
INDIA bloc to tumble below 200 in Lok Sabha due to rifts
INDIA bloc faces a significant decline in Lok Sabha numbers, potentially falling below 200 seats due to recent and potential exits. This weakening opposition could embolden the ruling NDA to pursue its legislative agenda more aggressively, while internal rifts and electoral defeats fuel distrust among allies.
Mamata Banerjee meets Sonia Gandhi amid rebellion in Trinamool Congress
Trinamool supremo Mamata Banerjee met senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi. The meeting followed an INDIA bloc gathering and Trinamool's recent election defeat. Discussions focused on future party strategies. This comes amid internal Trinamool dissent and a move by some members to align with the NDA. The leaders shared a warm greeting at the bloc meeting prior to this closed-door discussion.
TMC turmoil reaches Parliament as 20 MPs 'desire' to ally with BJP-led NDA
Trinamool Congress faces internal turmoil as MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar claims 20 MPs have written to the Lok Sabha Speaker seeking alignment with the NDA. This follows a closed-door meeting where MPs reportedly voiced dissatisfaction with party leadership and electoral defeat assessment, fueling speculation of a split.
TMC's 'dissident' MPs Dev, Maliah attend Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari's administrative meeting
TMC dissident MPs June Maliah and Deepak Adhikari attended a West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari administrative meeting. This follows a split in the TMC parliamentary unit. Keshpur MLA Siuli Saha also attended the meeting. Opposition representatives attending such meetings signals real change. The state government will focus on flood plans.
'You have ED, CBI, I have 'Maa, Maati, Maanush', my party': TMC's Kalyan Banerjee trains guns at BJP
Trinamool Congress MPs Kalyan Banerjee and Kirti Azad have responded to concerns about internal dissent. They assert the party's strength lies with the people of Bengal and its workers. Azad criticized leaders questioning the party post-election, calling them traitors. He stated that those wishing to join the BJP are free to do so but should not use the TMC name.
"Party is slipping out of her hands": BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla claims 60 TMC MLAs, distancing themselves from Mamata Banerjee
Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shehzad Poonawalla alleges internal discord within the Trinamool Congress. He claims many TMC MLAs and MPs are unhappy with the leadership of Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee. This comes after TMC leader Kirti Azad dismissed reports of a separate group of MPs supporting the NDA. Azad called the claims fake and stated Operation Lotus has failed.
'Fake and fabricated': TMC leader Kirti Azad dismisses claim of 20 rebel TMC MPs extending support to NDA
All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) leader Kirti Azad on Tuesday dismissed a viral social media post claiming that a "separate group" of 20 TMC Members of Parliament is set to extend support to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), calling it a "fake and fabricated" list floated by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
TMC rebel MPs hold meeting at Union Minister's Bhupender Yadav residence
The Trinamool Congress is experiencing a significant internal rift. A group of Members of Parliament has reportedly broken away and is seeking to join the BJP-led NDA. This development raises questions about the party's representation and identity. The situation is unfolding as Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee attend national meetings, highlighting internal divisions.
The fall of the TMC machine and the rise of political survivalism
In Bengal, 'paara' (neighbourhood) serves as the primary political unit for leadership engagement. Securing electoral victory requires paara-level support, which parties maintain through state-backed protection, resource distribution and dispute mediation.
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