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TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das arrested from Kolkata airport over rape, extortion cases
Paresh Ram Das, a Trinamool Congress MLA, was arrested at the Kolkata airport on Monday. He is accused of multiple serious crimes, including rape, extortion, and involvement in post-poll violence. Das was apprehended by a special team from Baruipur Police while he was attempting to board a flight to Mumbai. This arrest follows a period during which he had been evading law enforcement authorities.
Mamata Banerjee alleges attack on Kali Puja celebration after incident at Abhishek Banerjee's residence
Mamata Banerjee alleged that the BJP disrupted a Kali Puja celebration in Kolkata's Kalighat area. She claimed that a gang attacked TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's house during the early hours. Concerns were raised about the breakdown of law and order in West Bengal related to these incidents. CCTV footage reportedly captured assailants attacking the premises and damaging property.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee claims residence attacked by 'BJP goons'
Abhishek Banerjee reported an attack on his residence by alleged Bharatiya Janata Party operatives late at night. He expressed concerns about surveillance activities conducted by unidentified individuals claiming to be police. Banerjee criticized the Kolkata Police and higher judicial institutions for their inaction regarding this situation. He called for an immediate investigation into the surveillance and the motives behind it.
Supreme Court asks Calcutta High Court to fast-track plea against 10 rebel TMC MLAs
The Supreme Court asked the Calcutta High Court to urgently consider a plea seeking disqualification of 10 Trinamool Congress MLAs under the anti-defection law. Declining to entertain a direct disqualification petition, the apex court allowed senior TMC leader Sovandeb Chattopadhyay to approach the high court and requested expedited consideration by a division bench.
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At INDIA bloc rally, Mamata extends support to CJP, Gen Z; says Bengal victim of SIR
Mamata Banerjee expressed support for CJP leadership and Gen Z activists at a recent rally. She accused the BJP of manipulating elections through the Special Intensive Revision exercise targeting opposition states. Banerjee emphasised the need for unity among opposition parties and citizens to protect democracy. She highlighted the role of agencies in facilitating the ruling party's political agenda. Banerjee called for collective efforts to defeat the BJP and restoring democracy.
Abhijeet Dipke meets Mamata Banerjee; says CJP not to join INDIA bloc rally but supports cause
Dipke said he had called on Banerjee to express gratitude for her support to the outfit's first protest at Jantar Mantar on the NEET paper leak issue and her backing when its leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were arrested by the Delhi Police.
INDIA bloc says everyone united in protests, 'public impeachment' of CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Saturday
The opposition grouping announced that it had postponed its "public impeachment" of Kumar to Saturday due to rain on Friday. It invited common people, including the youth, women and students, besides members of civil society to participate in the protest march and public rally at Ramlila Maidan on Sunday.
No law, no disclosure order: SC rejects Mahua Moitra's AIF, FPI plea
The Supreme Court has refused to instruct the Securities and Exchange Board of India to enforce public disclosure requirements. Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra filed a PIL emphasizing the need for transparency and investor awareness. The court stated there is currently no legal framework supporting such disclosures for Alternative Investment Funds and Foreign Portfolio Investors. Moitra expressed concerns regarding market manipulation, money laundering, and tax evasion due to opaque structures.
We are aware of everything, will decide: Supreme Court on Chief Election Commissioner row
The Supreme Court has issued a notice regarding a plea from Trinamool Congress MP Dola Sen. The plea challenges the changes made to Form 6 by the Election Commission of India. During the hearing, senior advocates presented arguments on the perceived tampering of electoral roll forms. The Election Commission defended its actions, asserting that decisions were made unanimously.
Row over TMC, its symbol: Supreme Court grants 20 days to rival factions to file pleadings before EC
The Supreme Court has granted an additional 20 days for two factions of the All India Trinamool Congress. This extension allows both factions to finalize their pleadings before the Election Commission regarding the party name and election symbol. Previously, the Election Commission allotted different names and symbols to both factions due to an ongoing dispute.
Mamata accuses BJP of using 'money, intimidation' to influence people
Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of using money and intimidation to influence people, alleging that police atrocities against Trinamool Congress workers had increased. She also claimed officials were threatening people and accused the BJP government of restricting access to legal documentation for her party.
Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari accuses opposition of politicising Chorbagan stampede
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited families of the victims of the Chorbagan Durga Puja stampede. Nineteen individuals lost their lives and 25 others sustained injuries during the tragic event. Adhikari expressed discontent with opposition parties politicising the tragedy instead of supporting the affected families. He offered Rs 25 lakh as compensation to the family of one victim during his visit.
It is state-sponsored terrorism: Mamata Banerjee over extension of custody of 2 CJP leaders
Mamata Banerjee has accused central authorities of state-sponsored terrorism regarding the detention of CJP leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das. She claims their treatment is a threat to democracy and demands their immediate release. Ranka and Das were remanded to judicial custody after alleged protest actions at Jantar Mantar. The CJP has raised concerns about delayed bail proceedings and insufficient reasons for bail rejection.
Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: 17 dead, 25 injured; committee members detained, CM Adhikari announces Rs 25 lakh aid & govt job for kin of each deceased
Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: A stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in North Kolkata claimed 17 lives and left 25 people injured, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said. The incident occurred after rain prompted people waiting outside the pandal to rush inside. Eyewitnesses said several people lost consciousness amid the massive crowd.
Supreme Court seeks responses from Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav, Mahua Moitra over October 12 march
Supreme Court has issued notice regarding petitions aimed at regulating demonstrations around judicial complexes, including criminal contempt allegations against political leaders. Law enforcement agencies were directed to preserve CCTV footage from the October 12 protest. The protests arose from concerns over electoral roll irregularities and demands for the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner.
EC announces Special Summary Revision of voters' list in 17 states amid SIR controversy
The Election Commission of India is conducting a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in 17 states. This process will occur with January 1, 2027, as the qualifying date for voter eligibility. A petition challenging the Special Intensive Revision alleges irregularities and seeks transparency in the electoral process. Opposition leaders are demanding a judicial audit and the suspension of the SIR exercise pending court review.
SC issues notice to Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav over SIR march
Supreme Court has notified Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav about a legal plea. The plea challenges opposition leaders' march to the court over electoral roll issues. This march took place on October 12 and was halted by police barricades. Following this, leaders gathered inside the Supreme Court complex, resulting in a significant audience and disturbance.
Delhi Police registers FIRs under BNSS Section 163 for violation during Opposition protest
Delhi Police has registered multiple FIRs in connection with the Opposition's protest on Monday, including cases for alleged violation of prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), Delhi Police said on Tuesday.
Rahul Gandhi thanks INDIA bloc for protest, says Opposition will not back down; files plea against CEC
Rahul Gandhi led the Opposition in a March for Democracy to protest alleged electoral irregularities and intimidatory police actions. The leaders expressed their determination to defend democracy and the Constitution amidst government pressure. They filed a petition in the Supreme Court regarding voter deletions and urged for an independent audit of the electoral process. Several prominent political figures joined the demonstration to show their unity against government actions.
Rahul Gandhi, 10 Opposition leaders seek stay on SIR, audit of voter deletions in plea to SC
Rahul Gandhi and ten other Opposition leaders filed a petition in the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission's decisions on electoral rolls. They seek the establishment of an independent auditing committee to review modifications in election databases. The petition calls for transparency regarding the electoral roll changes and demands that no elector should be deleted without proper notice.
BJP to contest all 209 wards in Kolkata civic poll, open to fielding eminent citizens, youths
The BJP is gearing up to contest all 209 seats in the Kolkata Municipal Corporation elections, prioritizing the inclusion of professionals in their candidate selection. Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar underscored the need for transparency within the KMC and a deep understanding of local issues. The party plans to attract the youth by focusing on discussions surrounding startups and skills training.
"Competition of anarchy emerging between Arvind Kejriwal, Rahul Gandhi": BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj
Bharatiya Janata Party MP Bansuri Swaraj accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Aam Aadmi Party convenor Arvind Kejriwal of exploiting their electoral failures and fostering chaos instead of engaging in constructive politics.
Will provide evidence of 'vote chori' to President Murmu: Mamta Banerjee
Mamata Banerjee announced that the INDIA alliance will supply evidence to President Droupadi Murmu regarding vote theft allegations. Banerjee also alleged that she and other leaders were forcibly detained during a peaceful protest in Delhi. The opposition leader raised concerns about democracy when peaceful assembly was restricted by the police. BJP leader Samik Bhattacharya criticized Banerjee for associating with opposition leaders during the protest.
Speaker Om Biral gives 20 rebel TMC MPs time till October 20 to reply to petition
The Lok Sabha Speaker has allowed rebel Trinamool Congress MPs additional time until October 20 to respond. The MPs had previously requested an extension until October 22 but were granted until the 20th instead. They are seeking to be recognized as a separate political entity after rebelling against the party leadership. The Supreme Court urged the Speaker to expedite the petition regarding their disqualification.
'India is not a democracy anymore': Priyanka Gandhi calls Modi-Shah rule a 'dictatorship'
Priyanka Gandhi has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government of undermining democratic principles in India. She stated that the government is infringing on the constitutional rights of protesting individuals and opposition leaders. Security measures in Delhi resulted in nearly 3000 protesters being detained as they attempted to assemble for demonstrations. Prominent opposition figures, including Mamata Banerjee and Pinarayi Vijayan, were among those detained by the police.
CJP, INDIA bloc leaders slam train cancellations ahead of Jantar Mantar protest
Opposition leaders, including CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, are protesting train cancellations prior to the October 10 event. Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien accused the government of fearing the youth and their protests. The CPI(M) has approached the Supreme Court to challenge these restrictions, which include internet shutdowns and closed metro stations. The CJP claimed that its co-in-charge Deepak Baliyan was placed under house arrest amid growing dissent.
What are you so scared of?: TMC targets PM Modi after Mamata Banerjee, MPs detained during protest
Trinamool Congress leaders held a peaceful protest in Delhi against the government's actions regarding election management. Members, including Mamata Banerjee, were detained by police during this demonstration. Demonstrators were reportedly not allowed to raise slogans or display posters during the event. Security was heightened across Delhi, with multiple protesters being detained before they could reach their destination.
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