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  West Bengal govt forms 9-member committee under retired SC judge to review UCC Draft Bill

  July 11, 2026 12:09 IST

  The state plans to table this legislation during the upcoming August assembly session, while exempting indigenous communities.

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  Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar, Prakash Baraik: 3 ex-TMC MPs get BJP ticket for Rajya Sabha bypoll

  July 09, 2026 21:47 IST

  The announcement came just a short while after the three former TMC MPs joined the BJP in West Bengal. The Rajya Sabha bypoll in the state will be July 24.

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  Days after quitting RS, ex-TMC leaders Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar, Prakash Baraik join BJP

  July 09, 2026 18:57 IST

  Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Ray and Prakash Chik Baraik had quit the TMC and resigned from their positions in the Rajya Sabha after the party's loss in the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections. On Thursday, they joined the BJP in presence of Samik Bhattacharya.

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  Relief for Mamata as Calcutta HC allows operation of TMC's frozen bank accounts, imposes conditions

  July 09, 2026 20:12 IST

  The High Court clarified that allowing the temporary operation of the accounts should not be construed as recognising either faction as the 'real' Trinamool Congress. The bench observed that the dispute over the party's identity is already pending before the EC.

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  Mamata Banerjee loses cool amid TMC Kolkata protest march, slaps own worker | VIDEO

  July 08, 2026 19:24 IST

  Mamata accused the BJP and the police of disrupting the protest march held over the alleged rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in Baruipur. She claimed the police failed to follow the Calcutta High Court's order that had allowed the rally to take place peacefully.

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  ED freezes Rs 440 crore in multiple TMC-linked accounts after raids over 'suspicious' transactions

  July 08, 2026 17:09 IST

  The agency carried out searches at five premises in Kolkata on Tuesday, including locations linked to the Carewell Group of Companies, which operates Carewell Aviation India Pvt. Ltd., a private jet and charter hiring service.

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  Baruipur rape-murder accused killed in police encounter in Bengal, mother refuses to take body

  July 08, 2026 12:07 IST

  Prabhas Mondal, one of the key accused in the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Baruipur, was killed in a police encounter after allegedly attempting to escape by snatching a police officer's firearm during crime scene reconstruction.

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  ED raids five locations in 'suspicious' financial transactions linked to Trinamool Congress

  July 07, 2026 21:11 IST

  The ED said the transaction chain appears suspicious at first glance and that the investigation is aimed at establishing the ultimate purpose and end-use of the funds. The allegations are part of an ongoing probe, and no judicial findings have yet been made regarding the claims.

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  Mamata-led TMC faction files detailed reply to EC, dismisses rival camp's claim over party

  July 06, 2026 23:53 IST

  TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee argued that the rebel faction's June 22 ‘special session’, where it claimed to have reconstituted the party organisation, violated the AITC constitution.

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  Violence in Bengal's Baruipur over minor girl's rape-murder, suspect lynched; central forces rushed

  July 05, 2026 23:39 IST

  The mob lynched a 26-year-old in Baruipur in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district over allegations that he was involved in the rape-murder of an 11-year-old girl. The mob also torched damaged several police vehicles, leaving a personnel injured before the situation was brought under control.

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  'Do you think I am dead?': Mamata Banerjee dares dissenters to 'directly join BJP' | VIDEO

  July 04, 2026 19:18 IST

  In her video message on Facebook, TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee has blamed the BJP for a crisis within her party, while daring the rebel leaders to directly join the saffron party "if they have the courage". She also alleged the BJP won the 2026 West Bengal elections by rigging the elections.

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  Fresh blow to Mamata Banerjee as close aide Chandrima Bhattacharya quits all party posts

  July 04, 2026 14:35 IST

  The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has suffered another setback after senior leader Chandrima Bhattacharya resigned from her organisational responsibilities, including the post of the party's state president.

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  West Bengal weather: IMD predicts heavy rains as low pressure develops over Bay of Bengal

  July 04, 2026 13:55 IST

  The IMD said the weather situation could become more severe on Sunday, with South 24 Parganas, Purba and Paschim Medinipur, Jhargram, Purulia and Bankura likely to witness extremely heavy rainfall.

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  TMC vs TMC escalates as Ritabrata faction 'takes control' of party headquarters in Kolkata

  July 03, 2026 22:54 IST

  The faction led by rebel leader Ritabrata Banerjee has taken control of the TMC headquarters in Kolkata, West Bengal. Following his move, the Mamata camp has filed a police complaint and decided to write a letter to the Election Commission of India.

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  EC issues notice to Mamata Banerjee, Ritabrata Banerjee's TMC factions, seeks response by July 6

  July 02, 2026 20:41 IST

  Ritabrata Banerjee led a rebellion against Mamata Banerjee in the aftermath of the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections, which saw the TMC lose power in the state. Ritabrata has support of 64 MLAs and is staking claim over the party.

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  Ritabrata-led rebel faction MLAs meet Election Commission; Will Mamata lose control over TMC?

  July 02, 2026 13:41 IST

  Ritabrata said the delegation presented their documents and arguments before the Election Commission. He added that the poll body heard them patiently and assured them that a response would follow soon. He also said the group had already submitted written representations earlier.

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  TMC MP Mahua Moitra alleges egg attack outside Bengal restaurant, blames BJP | VIDEO

  July 01, 2026 16:25 IST

  TMC's Mahua Moitra was at an eatery in her Lok Sabha constituency of Krishnanagar when a crowd allegedly hurled eggs and vegetables at her. Moitra shared a video of the incident, alleging the attack was orchestrated by the BJP.

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  Over 10 injured, several houses damaged as huge fire erupts at naphtha pipeline in Bengal's Haldia

  June 30, 2026 10:46 IST

  A major fire at a naphtha pipeline of Haldia Petrochemicals in West Bengal's Purba Medinipur injured more than 10 people, damaged several houses and disrupted train services. Twelve fire trucks were deployed to bring the blaze under control.

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  In Bengal Assembly, CM Adhikari vows action against Humayun Kabir over 'provocative remarks' | WATCH

  June 29, 2026 20:06 IST

  Speaking in the West Bengal Assembly on Monday, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has issued a threat to AJUP founder Humayun Kabir and said action will be taken against him over his 'provocative remarks'. He was referring to Kabir's remarks against him and his government earlier this month.

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  Bill to curb violence passed in West Bengal Assembly; UCC to be presented before Cabinet on July 2

  June 29, 2026 19:23 IST

  Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, addressing the assembly, criticised the previous administration, alleging inaction on violence-related issues. He stated that the electorate had 'rejected the previous government' and added that while the opposition remains present, it is not strong.

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  Humayun Kabir backs Suvendu Adhikari, pledges support for West Bengal's Anti-Crime Bill

  June 29, 2026 14:13 IST

  AUJP MLA Humayun Kabir has backed Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's proposed Anti-Crime Bill in West Bengal, saying he will support any legislation brought for public welfare. Here's why the move is politically significant.

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  West Bengal govt eases diesel sale restrictions for farmers, hospitals, tea gardens

  June 28, 2026 13:52 IST

  The state government's move comes amid concerns from stakeholders in agriculture and other key sectors over the impact of restrictions on bulk diesel procurement.

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  CM Suvendu says six arrested in Kolkata warehouse collapse case, will take action against architect

  June 26, 2026 17:36 IST

  According to police, the warehouse had received approval from the Kolkata Municipal Corporation. Investigators are now trying to determine how permission was granted for a structure that is suspected to have been built in violation of regulations.

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  Bengal set to table UCC Bill next week? Suvendu Adhikari govt likely to move landmark proposal

  June 25, 2026 23:48 IST

  The BJP government in West Bengal, led by Shubhendu Adhikari, is reportedly preparing to introduce a Uniform Civil Code Bill in the Assembly next week. The move could make Bengal the fourth BJP-ruled state to advance UCC legislation.

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  Kolkata Police issues advisory for Muharram: Check key guidelines

  June 25, 2026 22:48 IST

  Muharram is one of the four sacred months in Islam. It marks the beginning of the Hijri calendar, which starts from the migration of the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE.

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  Five arrested in Kolkata warehouse collapse incident, death toll rises to 11

  June 25, 2026 21:12 IST

  Kolkata police on Thursday arrested five people in connection to the Taratala warehouse collapse incident on June 24. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed for further investigation.

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  'Don't pick juicy bits': Mahua Moitra issues clarification after praise for Suvendu Adhikari

  June 25, 2026 23:38 IST

  After her remarks triggered speculation, Mahua Moitra clarified that her comments were being selectively highlighted and stressed that she has had no contact with Adhikari since he joined the BJP.

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  Kolkata warehouse collapse: Five dead, 20 injured, three arrested | What we know so far

  June 24, 2026 23:44 IST

  Kolkata warehouse collapse: “NDRF, Army, SDRF, Police, Fire Department are all together working here. 21 people have been rescued. Three people have lost their lives. SSKM Hospital is working. Around 12-18 people are trapped inside,” CM Suvendu Adhikari said.