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"Women in West Bengal are not safe at all": Delhi CM Rekha Gupta slams Mamata Banerjee

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on Tuesday slammed West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's governance in the state, raising issues of women's safety, corruption and hooliganism.... read..

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West Bengal polls: 9 people arrested after BJP, TMC workers clash amid campaigning in Kolkata

A total of nine people, including five BJP workers and four TMC workers, were arrested after tensions escalated into a clash outside Ekbalpur Police Station in Kolkata on Monday.... read..

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West Bengal CEO imposes restrictions on motorbike movement ahead of polls

The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of West Bengal has issued a directive imposing strict restrictions on motorcycle movement and rallies ahead of polling days to ensure free, fair, and violence-free Assembly elections in the state.... read..

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Rashbehari turns into battleground as TMC's Debasish Kumar aims to save party bastion against BJP's Swapan Dasgupta

The Rashbehari constituency in Kolkata is geared up for an intense contest between sitting Trinamool Congress MLA Debasish Kumar and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s journalist-turned-politician Swapan Dasgupta.... read..

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ED unearths Sun Enterprise MD Jay Kamdar's hawala network, his close ties with Bengal police

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) investigation against the arrested Sun Enterprise Managing Director Jay S Kamdar revealed his involvement in extensive illegal international cross-border and domestic Hawala transactions through many shell companies.... read..

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"End of corruption, terror is close": Delhi CM Rekha Gupta slams Mamata Banerjee, accuses TMC of failing women's safety

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress in West Bengal, alleging that the government led by Mamata Banerjee has failed to ensure the safety and dignity of women in the state.... read..

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"BJP used agencies for every work of the party": TMC's Shashi Panja

Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Shashi Panja on Monday accused the BJP-led Central government of "using agencies against every worker" of the party and noted that the India Political Action Committee (I-PAC) is "our political strategist".... read..

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"Adivasi-Birodhi mindset": TMC alleges Hemant Soren denied permission to land in Jhargram amid PM Modi's Jhalmuri break

Trinamool Congress on Monday alleged that Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren and his wife and MLA Kalpana Soren were denied permission to fly their chopper into Jhargram while Prime Minister Narendra Modi decided to extend his stay there.... read..

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West Bengal: TMC refutes reports suggesting that I-PAC has halted operations

The All India Trinamool Congress has rubbished as "baseless" media reports suggesting that the India Political Action Committee (I-PAC) has halted its operations in West Bengal for 20 days.... read..

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ED searches premises linked to Kolkata Police officer, businessman in Sona Pappu-Jay Kamdar case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Sunday conducted searches at three premises linked to Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner Shantanu Sinha Biswas and Sun Enterprise Managing Director Jay S Kamdar in connection with an ongoing money laundering investigati... read..

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PM Modi mounts attack on TMC "syndicates" in West Bengal, promises welfare of women, farmers

With just a few days left for West Bengal's two-phase assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday mounted an intense campaign offensive against TMC, addressing four back-to-back public rallies across the state.... read..

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IPL 2026: Rinku's fifty helps KKR break winless streak; beat RR by four wickets

A sensational 76-run stand between Anukul Roy and half-centurion Rinku Singh helped Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secure their first win of the season, beating Rajasthan Royals (RR) by four wickets at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday.... read..

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"Cowardly, hypocritical, fork-tongued": Mamata Banerjee calls PM Modi's address misleading, says TMC not against women's reservation

West Bengal Chief Minister and TMC chief Mamata Banerjee on Sunday hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the reservation of women legislators, claiming that the party has championed higher political representation for women.... read..

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IPL 2026: RR win toss, choose to bat first against KKR

Rajasthan Royals (RR) won the toss and opted to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match on Sunday at the Eden Gardens.... read..

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KKR skipper Rahane registers record 12th duck as opener in IPL

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Ajinkya Rahane etched his name into an unwanted list, as the opening batter registered the most number of ducks as an opener in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history.... read..

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IPL: Irfan Pathan hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after blitz against KKR, calls him "special player"

As Rajasthan Royals (RR) sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to stun world-class bowlers with his audacious strokeplay, former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan praised young Sooryavanshi after another impressive outing against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR... read..

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IPL 2026: Rinku's fifty helps KKR break winless streak; break RR by four wickets

A sensational 76-run stand between Anukul Roy and half-centurion Rinku Singh helped Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secure their first win of the season, beating Rajasthan Royals (RR) by four wickets at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday.... read..

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End of road for Mamata: Kiren Rijiju links women's reservation defeat to TMC's future in Bengal

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday slammed Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the wider opposition on Sunday, declaring that their role in defeating the Women's Reservation Bill marks the "beginning of the end" for the Mamata Banerjee-led gov... read..

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"There is still room for improvement": KKR skipper Rahane after sealing first win of season

Following his side's win over the Rajasthan Royals (RR), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Ajinkya Rahane dedicated the win to the team's fans and hailed Rinku Singh, Varun Chakravarthy and Anukul Roy for their standout performances.... read..

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"This innings was very important for my confidence": KKR's Rinku Singh reflects on his match-winning knock against RR

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Rinku Singh described his innings against Rajasthan Royals (RR) as a key moment for both his form and confidence, saying it was a "very good" knock at an important stage for the team.... read..

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Riyan Parag admits RR fell "well under par" after loss to KKR

Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Riyan Parag admitted that his side fell short of runs after suffering a four-wicket defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their IPL 2026 clash in Kolkata on Sunday evening.... read..

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Sooryavanshi continues to slay giants in IPL, adds Narine to his hit-list

The 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals (RR) sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to stun world-class bowlers with his audacious strokeplay and intent during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, smashing legendary spinner Sunil Narine for a six on t... read..

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United front: CAPF chiefs converge in Kolkata to fortify 2026 Bengal poll security

In an unprecedented display of inter-agency "synergy," the top brass of India's Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) met in Kolkata on Sunday to cement a foolproof security grid for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026.... read..

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IPL: Chakravarthy, Kartik shine as KKR restrict RR to 155/9 in Kolkata

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bowlers Varun Chakravarthy and Kartik starred with three-wicket hauls apiece, to restrict Rajasthan Royals (RR) to a modest 155/9 in their 20 overs in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) clash on Sunday in Kolkata.... read..

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Varun Chakaravarthy completes 200 T20 wickets during KKR vs RR IPL 2026 match

India's mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy has reached a significant career milestone, completing 200 wickets in T20 cricket during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the iconic Ede... read..

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Chakravarthy reveals battles with fractures on hand following KKR's win over RR

Following his side's win over Rajasthan Royals (RR), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) spinner Varun Chakravarthy credited the coaching staff for helping the team sail through the losses and outside noise during their six-match winless run.... read..

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West Bengal polls: TMC files complaint against Assam CM over "inciteful, divisive" remarks

The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Saturday filed a complaint with the Election Commission of India (ECI) against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of making "communally charged, inciteful and divisive" remarks against West Ben... read..

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Bengal needs BJP for development, people want end to 'Jungle Raj': MP CM Mohan Yadav

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday took a dig at the West Bengal's Trinamool Congress (TMC) government, stating that the state's progress was hindered by its prevailing political environment.... read..

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Mamata Banerjee says PM Modi will address nation with "another web of falsehood"

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation with "another web of falsehood".... read..

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KKR co-owner Juhi Chawla Mehta kickstarts this year's 'Runs to Roots' initiative, pledging 10 trees per run

Three-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) today kicked off the 2026 edition of their flagship environmental initiative, 'Runs to Roots', with a plantation drive at Subhas Sarovar Lake Park in Kolkata. KKR co-owner Juhi C... read..

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MP CM Mohan Yadav conducts door-to-door campaign for upcoming West Bengal elections

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday conducted a door-to-door campaign in favour of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the Kamarhati area for the upcoming West Bengal elections.... read..

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Baruipur Paschim constituency: TMC retains strong grip as Biman Banerjee dominates electoral contest; BJP eyes breakthrough

The Baruipur Paschim Assembly constituency in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district continues to remain a firm Trinamool Congress (TMC) bastion, with senior leader and State Assembly Speaker Biman Banerjee winning all three elections since the seat's r... read..

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Devendra Fadnavis calls Bengal polls "Mamata vs people" contest, says state "drowned in debt" under TMC

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday termed the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections as a contest between Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the people.... read..

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"My heart beats for India and Tiranga... Youth and sports can empower nation": Leander Paes

Former Indian tennis player and BJP leader Leander Paes, now a star campaigner for the party in West Bengal, on Thursday said youth empowerment through sports can play a key role in the state's development.... read..

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"Will not allow Bangla-Birodhi Zamindars to inflict misery, suffering on people": Mamata Banerjee in last week campaign push

In a last week West Bengal poll campaign push, All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) chairperson and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday turned up the heat against what she calls the "Bangla Birodhi" Bharatiya Janata Party.... read..

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IPL 2026: KKR win toss, opt to bat first against GT in Ahmedabad

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have decided to bat first after winning the toss against Gujarat Titans in match 25 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday.... read..

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"In name of women empowerment, BJP pushing dangerous delimitation exercise": TMC

Political tensions in West Bengal are heating up ahead of the Assembly elections, as Trinamool Congress (TMC) slammed BJP over the Delimitation Bill on Friday, labelling it a "dangerous" exercise hidden behind the veil of women's empowerment to weaken Ben... read..

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"IPAC systematically issuing Fake Press IDs to TMC workers": Suvendu Adhikari writes to ECI, flags "grave conspiracy"

West Bengal Assembly Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Friday wrote to the Election Commission of India (ECI), flagging what he claimed was a "grave conspiracy" allegedly being orchestrated by the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in collaboration with I-PA... read..

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"Dar ke aage jeet hai": Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis campaigns for BJP win in West Bengal

Maharashtra Chief Minister and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Friday expressed confidence in the party's victory in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, saying that the people demand change from the 15-year Trinamool Congress government.... read..

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"Corporate Jihad" probe: Maharashtra CM vows strict action in Nashik TCS case

Maharashtra Chief Minister & BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Friday termed the recent incident at the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) facility in Nashik a "very serious matter," stating that the government is investigating whether the incident constit... read..

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"Black day for reformist ideas of India... The anti-woman face of opposition has been exposed today": Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday termed the failure to pass the women's reservation-related amendment as a "black day" for reformist ideas in India, alleging that opposition parties united to block it.... read..

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Wetlands take centre stage at India-Germany Climate talks in Kolkata

A high - level panel discussion on "Beautiful Wetlands: Partnering for Water, Partnering for Life" was held at Goethe-Institut, Kolkata. The event brought together experts from the government, the private sector, and civil society to discuss the ecologica... read..

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Suvendu Adhikari reacts to his outburst after TMC workers disrupt rally

Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, explained his reaction after he lost his temper when TMC workers allegedly disrupted a BJP roadshow in the Bali constituency of Howrah on April 15.... read..

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ISL: 10-man East Bengal fight back thrice to hold Bengaluru FC

East Bengal FC produced a spirited display to come from behind three times and secure a dramatic 3-3 draw against Bengaluru FC in a pulsating Indian Super League 2025-26 encounter at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Thursday.... read..

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PM Modi's leadership is impeccable; I will follow our leader: Former tennis ace Leander Paes vows nation service under BJP

Former Indian tennis star and BJP leader Leander Paes on Thursday pledged his commitment to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's impeccable leadership.... read..

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'Attempt to Influence Voters': TMC calls BJP's "Matri Shakti Bharosha Card" bribes, files complaint against Suvendu Adhikari, Smriti Irani for MCC violation

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has filed a complaint with the Election Commission of India (ECI) against BJP leaders Suvendu Adhikari and Smriti Irani over the launch and distribution of the "Matri Shakti Bharosha Card" in West Bengal, alleging violation of... read..

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"Let your vote protect Bengal's identity": Mamata Banerjee appeals for support to TMC candidates, accuses BJP of targeting Bengal's identity

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of attempting to undermine Bengal's identity and constitutional rights, while saying she spent Poila Boishakh among the people of West Bengal and reaffirmed her comm... read..

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"EC can check anyone's movement, can't CM's car be checked?": Dilip Ghosh after Mamata alleges CAPF tried to check her vehicle

BJP candidate from Kharagpur Sadar, Dilip Ghosh, said that the Election Commission has the authority to check anyone's movement amid a row over the checking of vehicles during the ongoing election period.... read..

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Deputy Election Commissioner Gyanesh Bharti chairs high-level meeting ahead West Bengal Assembly Polls

Deputy Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Bharti chaired a high-level meeting in the presence of Principal Secretary at the Election Commission of India (ECI), SB Joshi, to review preparations for the ensuing West Bengal Legislative Assembly Elections 20... read..

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West Bengal Governor RN Ravi offers prayers at Kalighat Kali Temple on Poila Boishakh

West Bengal Governor RN Ravi on Wednesday visited the Kalighat Kali Temple in Kolkata and offered prayers on the occasion of Poila Boishakh, the Bengali New Year.... read..

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"Let's make Kolkata green, clean, peaceful, secure...": Usha Uthup extends Poila Boishakh greetings

Marking the Bengali New Year on Wednesday, Padma Bhushan awardee Usha Uthup extended a message of peace, cleanliness, and collective well-being for the city and its people on the occasion of Poila Boishakh.... read..

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