The Latest Breaking News from Abhishek Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee slams BJP over alleged attack on Abhishek Banerjee's convoy, cites 'Rulers Became Killers'

Former West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chairperson Mamata Banerjee strongly criticized the BJP, calling them 'killers' following an alleged attack on Abhishek Banerjee. Banerjee stated he was attacked by BJP supporters while visiting victims of post-poll violence. He plans to inform the high court and governor about…

The Economic Times · May 30

Eggs, stones thrown at Abhishek Banerjee by protesters in Sonarpur; TMC leader blames BJP

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee encountered angry protests and alleged physical jostling from locals in Sonarpur, West Bengal. He was visiting families affected by post-poll violence. Protesters reportedly hurled stones and eggs at his convoy. Banerjee accused the BJP of orchestrating the demonstration. He vowed to continue his political campaign…

The Economic Times · May 30

Bengal CID serves summons to Abhishek Banerjee in 'fake signature' probe

The West Bengal CID served a notice to TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee, summoning him for questioning regarding an investigation into alleged forged signatures of party legislators. The notice was personally delivered to Banerjee at his residence after a dramatic sequence of events. Banerjee alleged political vendetta and vowed…

The Economic Times · May 30

Abhishek Banerjee moves Calcutta HC seeking quashing of FIR against him

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has approached the Calcutta High Court. He seeks to quash an FIR registered against him. The FIR relates to alleged inflammatory remarks made during the recent West Bengal assembly elections. A social activist filed the complaint. The police registered the FIR on May 15. The…

The Economic Times · May 18

TMC MPs visit vandalised party offices in South 24 Parganas; Susmita Dev slams 'bulldozer politics'

Trinamool Congress MPs visited party offices and met workers affected by recent clashes. They alleged opposition workers are intimidating TMC members and disrupting democracy. The BJP countered, accusing the TMC of diverting attention from its electoral defeat and past worker atrocities. Post-poll violence remains a significant concern in West Bengal.

The Economic Times · May 17

TMC cries foul over 'selective FIR' against Abhishek Banerjee

Ghosh questioned the FIR against Banerjee and said that the TMC should not be targeted only because the party lost the West Bengal assembly elections, terming the situation "not acceptable."

The Economic Times · May 17

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari targets Abhishek Banerjee, alleges Diamond Harbour people denied voting rights for decade

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has accused local MP Abhishek Banerjee of suppressing voting rights in Diamond Harbour for ten years. Adhikari stated that the upcoming repolling in Falta will restore these rights. He also announced a probe into properties owned by Leaps and Bounds, a company linked to…

The Economic Times · May 16

‘Those who want to leave can leave, the rest of us will rebuild TMC’: Mamata Banerjee amid internal churn in TMC

Following an electoral defeat, Mamata Banerjee urged Trinamool Congress candidates to rebuild the party, stating those wishing to leave are free to do so. She vowed to revive the organization, emphasizing unity and resilience despite a significant loss in the recent assembly polls. The party maintains the people's mandate was…

The Economic Times · May 16

Consultants are reshaping Indian political parties - but at what cost?

Political consultants are now central to Indian election campaigns. They shape strategies, choose candidates, and manage outreach. This growing influence sparks resentment among traditional party members. Recent defeats of parties using these consultants have intensified criticism. Leaders accuse consultants of 'hijacking' parties and undermining grassroots connections. This shift raises questions…

The Economic Times · May 12

Saffron wave deepens erosion of secular norms

The Bharatiya Janata Party has achieved a significant victory in West Bengal, solidifying its influence across eastern India. This win strengthens the party's position nationally, following recent successes in other state elections. The outcome marks a shift in West Bengal's political landscape.

The Economic Times · May 4