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  TMC split in Bengal just a trailer? The bigger challenge facing Mamata's party may lie in Parliament

  Explainers | June 04, 2026 15:33 IST

  The TMC suffered a major setback with the splitting of 58 MLAs led by rebel leader Ritabrata Banerjee; however, a closer look at recent instances reveals a larger picture in the making for Mamata Banerjee that may not turn up well for her political prospects.

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  Super 100: Mamata Banerjee failed to save her party, and she will fail to save her nephew!

  News | June 04, 2026 2:44 IST

  The Bengal results were announced on May 4th. Only 30 days have passed. In just 30 days, 60 of Mamata Banerjee's MLAs fled. When Mamata Banerjee called a meeting, only four leaders showed up.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Why did Didi's party break up, what will Mamata Banerjee do now?

  Aaj Ki Baat | June 04, 2026 2:25 IST

  The Trinamool Congress has slipped out of Mamata Banerjee's control. More than 60 of the 80 MLAs have rebelled. The MLA whom Mamata Banerjee expelled from the party two days ago has been accepted as their leader by more than two-thirds of the Trinamool Congress MLAs.

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  Firhad Hakim resigns as Kolkata Mayor after Mamata Banerjee's approval amid TMC split

  June 03, 2026 23:53 IST

  Firhad Hakim has stepped down as Mayor of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation after conveying his desire to resign to Mamata Banerjee. The Trinamool Congress chief has accepted his request.

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  Trinamool Congress splits in Bengal in big jolt to Mamata after Ritabrata Banerjee becomes LoP

  June 03, 2026 23:41 IST

  "We are the real Trinamool. We have the support of two-thirds of the MLAs. We will continue to fulfill our duty as the opposition party in West Bengal. I am the Leader of the Opposition. I will not cede even an inch of ground to the BJP," Ritabrata Banerjee said.

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  OPINION | CBSE portal: Learn handling from IRCTC 

  India | June 03, 2026 16:43 IST

  The Centre has removed CBSE Chairman Rahul Singh and Secretary Himanshu Gupta, replacing them with Prashant Lokhande and Varun Bhardwaj, respectively, amid concerns over the On-Screen Marking (OSM) tender process. A one-member inquiry panel will investigate alleged irregularities.

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  The Trinamool rebellion: Is it just because of Abhishek Banerjee or is there more to the story?

  June 03, 2026 14:52 IST

  The revolt is being seen as more than a simple leadership dispute. While the dissidents have not directly challenged Mamata Banerjee’s authority, attention is increasingly turning towards the growing influence of her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee.

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  From Shiv Sena to AIADMK: Winners and losers of India's party split wars as TMC faces fresh division

  India | June 03, 2026 13:51 IST

  Several such disputes in the past have reached the doors of Assembly Speakers, Election Commission and even the courts. While some rebel factions have successfully established their claim, others have failed in their attempts.

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  TMC split: Rebel group submits letter signed by 59 MLAs to Speaker, recognises Ritabrata as LoP

  June 03, 2026 13:35 IST

  Despite the dramatic developments, the Trinamool Congress has not issued an official response. Political observers are closely watching the situation, which could have major implications for the state's political landscape.

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  From loyalists to fresh faces, Mamata faces biggest revolt in TMC: List of Trinamool rebel MLAs

  June 03, 2026 17:58 IST

  At the heart of the unfolding political drama is expelled TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee, who arrived at the Assembly with the support of nearly two-thirds of the party's legislators and was poised to mount a challenge to the current leadership.

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  TMC rebellion news: Will oppose Bengal govt policies we think are not right, says Ritabrata Banerjee

  June 03, 2026 19:28 IST

  The dissidents elected Ritabrata Banerjee as their leader and declared themselves the "real" TMC, while still urging Mamata Banerjee to serve as chief adviser amid a deepening leadership crisis following the party's electoral defeat.

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  TMC set for big split in Bengal? Expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee claims support of 59 legislators

  June 03, 2026 11:34 IST

  Expelled TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee has reached the West Bengal assembly, claiming the backing of 59 legislators. If true, the development could split the Trinamool Congress, delivering a majot blow to Mamata Banerjee.

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  Coffee Par Kurukshetra: Mamata Banerjee's protest flops, neither leaders nor public with her, party FINISH?

  Kurukshetra | June 03, 2026 3:05 IST

  After the crushing defeat in the Bengal Assembly elections, Mamata Banerjee is afraid of a major split in TMC. Mamata Banerjee came out on the streets today to save TMC from breaking into pieces.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, June 2, 2026

  India | June 02, 2026 23:37 IST

  The government on Tuesday removed two top CBSE officials following alleged irregularities in the Class 12 digital evaluation system and ordered a probe by a high-powered committee to investigate how the national educational board procured these marking services.

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  Where are TMC leaders? Despite 78 MLAs and 41 MPs, few senior leaders seen beside Mamata at protest

  June 02, 2026 23:59 IST

  The MPs who were present with Mamata Banerjee during the protest include Derek O'Brien, Samirul Islam, Dola Sen, Mala Roy, and Kalyan Banerjee.

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  Mamata stages dharna to protest 'post-poll violence', says TMC was being targeted unfairly

  June 02, 2026 17:03 IST

  Mamata Banerjee was seen accompanied by the party's old guards Firhad Hakim, Madan Mitra, Derek O'Brien, Kalyan Banerjee and Dola Sen, amid the conspicuous absence of most of the fresh faces who won the assembly seats on TMC tickets.

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  TMC returns 'cut money' amid corruption crackdown; cash handed back to PM Awas beneficiaries | WATCH

  June 02, 2026 14:24 IST

  A local TMC leader was reportedly seen returning money to residents after allegations surfaced that beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) had been asked to pay cash in exchange for securing housing benefits.

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  'Asli Trinamool' faction emerges in TMC as expelled MLAs prep up rebellion against Mamata Banerjee

  June 02, 2026 11:47 IST

  Sources indicate that between 15 and 20 TMC MLAs have been in touch with dissident leaders who are reportedly attempting to build pressure on the party's top leadership.

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  Coffee Par Kurukshetra: TMC will fall into pieces, leaders are getting beaten up, Mamata will be left alone!

  Kurukshetra | June 02, 2026 3:09 IST

  All seems to be wrong within Mamata Banerjee's party. Some are speaking out against the party line, some are leaving the organization, and others are openly questioning the leadership. The biggest setback came when Didi called a meeting of MLAs, but only 20 of the 80 MLAs showed up.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, June 1, 2026

  India | June 01, 2026 23:44 IST

  Abhishek Banerjee's role in the alleged fake signature case has been under scrutiny. The letter had signatures of around 70 newly elected party MLAs, who offered their support to Shobhandeb Chattopadhyay as the Leader of Opposition.