The Latest Breaking News from the Trinamool Congress

Adhir asks Mamata to rejoin Congress, says party ready to accept her leadership in Bengal

Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury has appealed to Mamata Banerjee to return to Congress with her remaining MLAs and MPs. This proposal comes as the Trinamool Congress faces significant organizational challenges following its recent electoral defeat. Chowdhury highlighted the diminishing status of the TMC and emphasized the party's readiness to accept Banerjee's…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari targets Mamata over Delhi visit, says she has 'Jamaat in one hand, dimagi naxals in other'

In a pointed critique, Suvendu Adhikari slammed Mamata Banerjee for her planned trip to Delhi for the INDIA bloc meeting, alleging she is conspiring with CPI(M) leaders on key electoral issues. This collaboration aims to push for accountability from Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The upcoming Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Ahead of Oct 6 bypoll, Bengal Police searches Nandigram house of TMC leader in decades-old cases

Police conducted a search at Sheikh Shahabuddin's residence in Nandigram related to cases from 2007 to 2011. Shahabuddin was not present at home during the search, according to a senior police officer. Arrest warrants have been issued against the Trinamool Congress leader concerning these old cases. The search occurred ahead…

The Economic Times · Sep 27

'At this rate, election will pass by': West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh takes swipe at Mamata Banerjee moving SC over symbol row

West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh criticized Mamata Banerjee's Supreme Court challenge. He suggested elections will pass before her faction can contest the polls. Banerjee moved the Supreme Court over the Election Commission's interim order. The poll panel froze her party's original name and symbol amid a dispute. This development escalates…

The Economic Times · Sep 19

Back to the future: Mamata Banerjee's rebellion comes full circle as TMC faces fight over name, symbol and legacy

Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress faces an internal revolt threatening its identity. Rival factions are barred from using the party name and symbol. This dispute centers on control of the party's electoral identity and legacy. Rebellions have tested Mamata's authority throughout the party's history. The Election Commission's intervention brings the organizational…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

Mamata-led TMC submits new name, symbol choices under protest after EC bars party name, ‘flowers and grass’ for Bengal bypolls

The Trinamool Congress submitted new name and symbol choices to the Election Commission. This action followed an interim order temporarily removing the party's original name and symbol. The Election Commission directed the submission for upcoming West Bengal bypolls. The party submitted its response under strongest protest late Thursday night. This…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

Abhishek Banerjee rules out TMC return for 'traitors' who crossed over to dissident factions

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee made it clear that no traitors will be welcomed back into the party, highlighting the vital contribution of the youth in shaping national politics. He praised student protests for compelling political recognition of their needs and dared BJP leaders to engage with them directly. Banerjee reinforced…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Joint Opposition to raise 'pellet gun' use on students in Parliament; PM, Home Minister must be held accountable: TMC

The Trinamool Congress stated the opposition will raise pellet gun use allegations. They demand Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah be held accountable. Evidence has emerged showing security forces used pellet guns on unarmed students. The opposition plans to protest police brutality and examination issues in Parliament. This alleged…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

HC grants conditional nod to Trinamool for July 21 Martyrs' Day rally, caps gathering at 2,500

The Calcutta High Court allowed Trinamool's Martyrs' Day rally with a reduced crowd size. The court also stipulated a specific time frame for the commemoration event. Meanwhile, a dissident Trinamool faction received permission for their own rally nearby. Loyalist MLA Madan Mitra resigned from party posts and joined the dissidents.…

The Economic Times · Jul 15

TMC MP Kirti Azad on cracks in his party, BJP in Bengal, and INDIA bloc’s future

The period after the West Bengal Assembly election has been one of the toughest for the Trinamool Congress. Several MPs and MLAs have quit the party, questions are being raised about Mamata Banerjee’s leadership, and Bengal’s political landscape is rapidly changing.

Newslaundry · Jul 15