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  TMC sources dismiss Congress merger buzz after Mamata-Sonia meeting, call reports 'baseless'

  June 10, 2026 23:26 IST

  The clarification from the TMC comes comes as the party battles crisis within its parliamentary ranks. On Wednesday, another party leader, Sushmita Dev, resigned as Rajya Sabha MP, following Sukhendu Roy's resignation on Monday.

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  Exclusive: Rebel MP Satabdi Roy attacks TMC leadership, says '20 MPs cannot be called traitors'

  June 10, 2026 23:49 IST

  TMC's internal crisis deepens as MP Satabdi Roy backs the rebel camp led by Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, questions Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee's leadership, and signals continued support for the NDA.

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  Saayoni Ghosh and Mala Roy likely to join rebel TMC camp in another setback for Mamata: Reports

  June 10, 2026 15:51 IST

  With Saayoni Ghosh and Mala Roy rebelling against TMC, and Sushmita Dev resigning from Parliament, the political turbulence within the Trinamool Congress appears to be intensifying, posing fresh challenges for Mamata Banerjee and the party leadership.

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  Bengal Cabinet: CM Suvendu retains Home, Swapan Dasgupta gets Finance; full portfolio list

  June 10, 2026 15:02 IST

  The Home, Power, Land Reforms and Information and Cultural Affairs departments remain with Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. Finance has been assigned to Swapan Dasgupta, while Health and Family Welfare will be overseen by Sharadwat Mukherjee.

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  As TMC split widens, CID reaches Mamata's Kalighat residence-cum-office in 'forged signature' probe

  June 09, 2026 23:35 IST

  CID officials reached Mamata Banerjee's Kalighat office as part of the forged-signature investigation involving TMC MLAs. The case has deepened the party's internal crisis amid an unprecedented split within the organisation.

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  TMC leader Jahangir Khan sent to five-day police custody a day after his arrest in Bengal

  June 09, 2026 15:56 IST

  A Bengal court has sent TMC leader Jahangir Khan to five days of police custody in connection with an ongoing investigation. The custodial interrogation is expected to help investigators gather crucial evidence and advance the probe.

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  One month of Suvendu government: Sweeping policy changes, TMC turmoil define first 30 days in Bengal

  June 09, 2026 14:20 IST

  From Ayushman Bhaarat rollout to border fencing and crackdown on illegal immigration, the first month of the Suvendu Adhikari-led BJP government in West Bengal has enforced some high-profile decisions that were also among their key election promises.

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  Rajya Sabha MP Nadimul Haque in BJP contact? Fresh troubles for Mamata as cracks widen in TMC

  June 09, 2026 11:41 IST

  This development comes just a day after senior leader Sukhendu Sekhar Roy resigned from both the Trinamool Congress and his Rajya Sabha membership, marking a significant political setback for the party.

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  Another TMC leader arrested: Bidhannagar Councillor Sabyasachi Dutta held in extortion case

  June 09, 2026 8:15 IST

  Over the past month, police have arrested multiple TMC leaders, including councillors, panchayat heads and local office-bearers.

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  TMC Rebellion Updates: Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari meets rebel TMC MPs in another jolt to Mamata

  June 08, 2026 23:30 IST

  TMC Rebellion Updates: The crisis engulfing the TMC deepened on Monday as 20 Lok Sabha MPs, led by Chief Whip Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, have decided to write to Speaker Om Birla declaring support for the BJP-led NDA.

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  Mamata's troubles deepen: Several TMC MPs including Kakoli Ghosh, Satabdi Roy meet Bhupender Yadav

  June 08, 2026 15:24 IST

  The meeting in Delhi was attended by a number of Trinamool Congress Members of Parliament, including Prasun Banerjee from Howrah, Sharmila Sarkar from Bardhaman Purba, Arup Chakraborty from Bankura, Kalipada Soren from Jhargram, and Jagadish Chandra Basunia from Cooch Behar.

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  West Bengal: TMC leader Jahangir Khan arrested by STF near Nepal border after being on the run

  June 08, 2026 11:26 IST

  According to police, seven FIRs were registered against Khan at Falta police station in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district.

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  Fresh trouble for Mamata? Trinamool's RS MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy resigns, Koel Mallick to follow soon

  June 08, 2026 12:22 IST

  TMC's Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy has resigned from the party on Monday. The tenure of Roy in the upper House was scheduled to end in 2029.

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  Eggs hurled at TMC MLA Madan Mitra's vehicle during protest in Kamarhati | VIDEO

  June 07, 2026 11:32 IST

  Senior TMC MLA Madan Mitra's convoy was allegedly targeted with eggs during a protest in the Ariadaha area of Kamarhati on Saturday.

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  Kolkata traffic alert: Vidyasagar Setu closed for repairs, check alternate routes

  June 07, 2026 7:00 IST

  Vidyasagar Setu has been closed to vehicular traffic from 5 am to 9 pm on Sunday as major repair and rehabilitation work gets underway. Kolkata Police have implemented diversion routes across the city.

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  Did Sourav Ganguly approach Yusuf Pathan to vacate MP seat for Mamata Banerjee? He responds

  June 06, 2026 23:37 IST

  Sourav Ganguly has dismissed reports claiming he was asked to persuade Yusuf Pathan to vacate the Baharampur Lok Sabha seat for Mamata Banerjee. The former India captain called the allegations "completely false" and made in "reckless disregard of the truth".

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  8 MLAs, 6 MPs at Mamata's residence for meet: How the rebellion is growing in Trinamool

  June 06, 2026 9:15 IST

  On Friday, only eight MLAs and six MPs of the TMC arrived at party chief Mamata Banerjee's residence in Kolkata to attend a meeting. The incident has once again highlighted that the rebellion against the former West Bengal chief minister is increasing in the party.

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  Former TMC MLA Saokat Molla arrested in Bhangar blast case: What this is all about?

  June 06, 2026 7:27 IST

  Other than, former TMC MLA Saokat Molla, the NIA has arrested three people in connection with the Bhangar bomb blast case, which happened on March 19 this year. The incident left one person dead, while three others were severely injured.

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  Mamata weighs Lok Sabha entry after Bengal blow; Yusuf Pathan may vacate Baharampur seat: Reports

  June 05, 2026 14:01 IST

  Mamata Banerjee, former West Bengal chief minister and TMC supremo, is reportedly planning to move to the Lok Sabha. This comes amid reports that several of Trinamool MPs are planning a rebellion against the party in the lower House and could switch sides.

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  FIR against Mamata Banerjee over remarks on Osman Hadi murder; Amit Shah reference triggers row

  June 04, 2026 18:29 IST

  A fresh FIR has been registered against Mamata Banerjee over remarks linked to the murder of Bangladeshi student leader Osman Bin Hadi. The complaint alleges her comments could affect India-Bangladesh relations and indirectly references Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

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  Mamata Banerjee suffers another setback as close aide Krishna Chakraborty resigns as Mayor

  June 04, 2026 17:40 IST

  Mamata Banerjee is facing a series of political setbacks, with another blow coming from within her party ranks. Krishna Chakraborty, considered a close aide of the TMC chief, has resigned from the post of Mayor of the Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation.

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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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  Bengal govt declares June 20 as 'West Bengal Day': Know the historical significance behind the date

  June 03, 2026 16:12 IST

  West Bengal will observe June 20 as "West Bengal Day", while the BJP plans statewide Bengal Foundation Day celebrations. PM Narendra Modi's Kolkata visit and International Yoga Day events are expected to put the state in the national spotlight.

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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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  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.