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Mahua Moitra | Outspoken parliamentarian

Mamata Banerjee breaks silence on suspension of TMC MP Mahua Moitra; her fiery speeches, political derring-do & family legacy have made her popular. Despite controversies, her unapologetic & defiant stand against BJP's allegations of 'cash for query' has garnered support from Opposition. Her future depends on balancing personal ambition &…

The Hindu

Trinamool, BJP leaders reach out to supporters of other parties

This is not the first time that the BJP leader has called supporters of other political parties to rally with the BJP in West Bengal.

The Hindu

No official orders, but Lok Sabha cuts access to questions portal for staff of MPs

Ahead of Winter Session, access to questions portal restricted to Lok Sabha MPs only; Rajya Sabha process continues as before. No official orders issued; fall-out of alleged 'cash-for-query' episode. Portal upgraded on Aug 1; MPs and their staff had log-in credentials.

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India would have won World Cup if final was played in Kolkata or Mumbai: Mamata

Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP of 'saffronisation', claims India would have won cricket final if held in Kolkata/Mumbai. Accuses BJP of colouring everything from Metro stations to toilets with saffron. Alleges 'big leaders' involved in coal & cattle smuggling. Says BJP scared of INDIA acronym. Promises to investigate arms deals, including…

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BJP planning to expel Mahua Moitra from Lok Sabha, says West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee warns BJP of consequences if they expel MP Mahua Moitra. She also defends her party's scam-tainted leadership, vowing to arrest 8 BJP leaders if 4 TMC MLAs are arrested. She cautions her party supporters to keep an eye on the situation and warns her political opponents of same…

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Bengal Global Business Summit | State got investment proposals of ₹3.76 lakh crore, says Mamata

At 7th Bengal Global Business Summit, Kolkata received investment proposals worth over ₹3.76 lakh crore. 188 MoUs & LoIs signed, incl. ITC's 'phygital' ecosystem, Coca-Cola India's ready-to-drink tea, Uber's $10M investment & 60 AC buses, & school & higher edu. proposals worth Rs 1,676 & ₹360 cr.

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Tajpur port not feasible; Mamata-Adani played along, alleges Suvendu Adhikari

Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari alleges West Bengal govt. & Adani Group knew Tajpur port not feasible, but played along. Adani Power Ltd. had to pass electricity-bearing cables through WB, but farmers objected.

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Tajpur deep sea port | West Bengal CM Mamata’s remarks at business summit raise questions on Adani Group’s role in project

Tajpur deep sea port: The absence of the Adani Group from the BGBS has raised further questions about their role in the Tajpur port project.

The Hindu

Mamata Banerjee mixes business with politics at seventh edition of BGBS

Mamata Banerjee on November 22 announced a number of new policies to increase exports, modernise logistics and promote renewable energy manufacturing in the State

The Hindu

Evasion, silence, defence — the Trinamool Congress response to leaders accused of corruption

The Trinamool Congress’ response to leaders accused of corruption has been confused

The Hindu

Arrested W.B. Minister’s ED custody extended by seven days

West Bengal Minister Jyoti Priya Mallick's ED custody extended by seven days in connection with alleged ration scam. CM Mamata Banerjee refutes corruption allegations, claims she hasn't taken a single cup of tea as a favour.

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I was asked who I speak to at night and which hotels I stayed in and with whom in the last five years: Mahua Moitra

TMC MP Mahua Moitra walked out of a Lok Sabha Ethics Committee meeting, alleging inappropriate questioning by the chairman, BJP MP Vinod Kumar Sonkar. She was called to present her defense in a "cash for query" allegation. Moitra spoke to The Hindu about the incident.

The Hindu

The tussle between West Bengal government and Tata Motors in Singur | Explained

An arbitration panel has directed the West Bengal Industrial Development Corporation to compensate Tata Motors for the loss of investments in the Singur Nano manufacturing plant. We examine the background and progress of the case.

The Hindu

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee’s ‘wrong treatment at hospital’ remarks sparks political row

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s remarks that her infection had become “septic” because of wrong treatment has triggered a political row with leaders of Opposition parties raising questions on the medical infrastructure of the State government.

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Mamata defends her government’s role in WB ration scam

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday defended her government in the alleged ration scam

The Hindu

BJP trying to arrest leaders of all Opposition parties before 2024, says Mamata Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee said she would not comment on the jurisdiction of the Central investigation agencies but added that the whole world was watching at the treatment of Opposition leaders in India.

The Hindu

West Bengal government mulling legal options as Opposition chides govt. over Tata Motors arbitral win

West Bengal govt. mulls legal options after Tata Motors win in arbitral proceedings; Opposition parties attack govt.; Tata Motors can recover ₹765.78 crore plus interest from WBIDC; Trinamool Congress govt. faces criticism\

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Court junks ‘disrespect’ plea against Mamata Banerjee

Court dismisses complaint against Mamata Banerjee for allegedly disrespecting national anthem. Magistrate P.I. Mokashi ruled no offence was made out. Lawyer present at hearing said court concluded no offence was committed by Ms. Banerjee.

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Arrested WB Minister discharged from hospital, ED takes custody

West Bengal Minister Jyoti Priya Mallick, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on October 27 and was hospitalised after falling unconscious inside a courtroom, was on Monday discharged from the private hospital.

The Hindu

Work on to make plaque as per ASI norms: Visva-Bharati

V-C Chakraborty said work was under way to “prepare” a plaque retaining UNESCO’s declaration of Santiniketan as a World Heritage Site, in adherence to ASI guidelines. He urged CM Banerjee to “apply her mind” and not form opinion based on “sycophants”.

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Am not a pawn in the political games, says BRS leader Kavitha

Kavitha hits back at BJP & Congress for baseless charges in Delhi liquor policy scam; asserts BRS is not teamed up with any party & will win 100 seats in Telangana elections. Criticizes BJP for removing BC leader as State President & not providing reservation to BCs. Praises KCR &…

The Hindu

Five-day Durga Puja festival concludes in Kolkata with grand carnival on Red Road

amata Banerjee attends Durga Puja carnival in Kolkata after a gap of one month. Thousands of people gathered to watch the idols of Goddess Durga going for immersion in the river Hooghly. CM inaugurated Durga Puja pandals virtually from her Kalighat residence.

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ED arrests West Bengal Minister Jyoti Priya Mallick in a case relating to PDS irregularities

ED arrests West Bengal Minister Jyoti Priya Mullick in PDS irregularities case. Minister blames BJP and Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari for his arrest.

The Hindu

Mamata decries ED searches on WB Minister and summons to Gehlot’s son

Speaking to mediapersons at her residence at Kalighat after a gap of almost a month, Ms. Banerjee raised a host of issues

The Hindu

Mamata threatens protests if Tagore’s name is not included in VB plaque

CM Mamata Banerjee threatens protests if Rabindranath Tagore's name not included in Visva-Bharati University plaques by Friday. Plaques are temporary, to be replaced by ASI's, which may take a year, says university official

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