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BJP announces name of candidates for by-polls to 4 assembly seats in Bengal
The BJP announced Kalyan Chaubey and three new candidates for the July 10 West Bengal assembly by-polls. They will contest against Trinamool Congress candidates in Maniktala, Raiganj, Ranaghat Dakshin (SC), and Bagda (SC). This follows recent vacancies and a shift in political dynamics within the Matua community and other key constituencies.
Hooghly Lok Sabha Election 2024: Date, schedule, key candidates and other details
In the West Bengal region, the Hooghly constituency is set to become a battleground as parties gear up for the Lok Sabha elections on May 20, marking the fifth phase of the electoral cycle. The state will engage in voting across all seven phases from April 19 to June 1 to elect its 42 representatives to the Lower House of Parliament.
Cattle smuggling crackdown, slot booking policy, economic woes: Bongaon's struggle amidst transition
Bongaon, a border town in West Bengal, has experienced a crackdown on cattle smuggling and changes in goods truck movement regulations, leading to alternative smuggling activities, youth migration to other states, and rising unemployment. The region has been known for its clandestine cattle trade, which was worth hundreds of crores of rupees and accounted for the region's parallel economy. However, stringent measures by the Bangladesh Security Force (BSF) have led to a complete shutdown of cattle smuggling in the area over the last few years.
Matuas and Backward Hindu communities await citizenship under CAA in Bangaon Constituency
Sushoma Adhikari, a 90-year-old Matua woman, recalls her journey from Bangladesh to India during Partition, highlighting the struggles faced by refugees. In Bangaon, where the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) is significant, people eagerly await citizenship, especially Matuas and other backward Hindu communities. BJP candidate Shantanu Thakur is favored by many for his support of CAA. Localities in Bangaon are named after places in Bangladesh, reflecting the migrants' origins. Some residents are unsure about CAA's benefits, while others are actively seeking citizenship. Despi
Matuas will get citizenship, Mamata can't stop CAA implementation: Amit Shah
"No power in the world can stop my refugee brothers from becoming citizens of India. This is the promise of Modi Ji. Mamata Banerjee must remember that citizenship falls under the exclusive authority of the central government, not the state governments," Amit Shah said.
INDIA bloc will get 315 seats, BJP to get 195, says Mamata Banerjee
"There will be no Modi in Delhi. Didi is with the people here. Didi will ensure that the INDIA bloc comes to power at the Centre. Based on the numbers I received till yesterday, they will get around 190-195 seats. INDIA bloc will get 315 seats," Banerjee said while speaking at a rally in Bangaon Lok Sabha constituency in North 24 Parganas district.
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Don't play with self-respect and dignity of Bengal's women, Mamata Banerjee tells PM Modi
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticised PM Modi for making false claims about atrocities in the state, warning him not to play with the self-respect of women. She accused BJP of conspiracies and intimidation, vowing to resist CAA and NRC implementation. Banerjee claimed INDIA bloc will win over 300 seats in Lok Sabha polls.
Union minister Shantanu Thakur receives 'threat' letter from Lashkar-e-Taiba
The purported letter, typed in Bengali, also threatened to raze the 'Thakurbari', a pilgrimage of the Matua community, in case Muslims were tortured following the implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC).
Apply for citizenship under CAA without fear: Union Minister Santanu Thakur exhorts Matuas
Union Minister Santanu Thakur, contesting re-election from the Bongaon Lok Sabha seat in West Bengal, urged members of the Matua community to apply for citizenship under the CAA, even if they possess voting rights. Speaking at a meeting in his constituency, which has a significant Matua population, Thakur emphasized the benefits of applying for fresh citizenship under the CAA, including permanent residency proof necessary for passports and visas.
West Bengal: CBI visits Bongaon in connection with investigation into attack on ED
The ED team was attacked by a mob when they went to search properties linked to him in connection with the alleged ration scam. Adhya, the former chairman of the Bongaon Municipality, was arrested following the searches that lasted for around 17 hours, they said.
Bengal police filed Sandeshkhali attack FIR under bailable sections, state PDS scam of enormous magnitude: ED
The Enforcement Directorate in West Bengal has raised concerns over attacks on its teams, stating that the state police registered an FIR under bailable and non-scheduled offences in the Sandeshkhali incident and has not provided a copy of the complaint. The agency claims that a similar incident occurred on January 5 during the arrest of TMC leader Shankar Adhya, and an FIR has been filed in both incidents.
ED arrests former Bongaon municipality chairman Shankar Adhya in public distribution system case
According to the ED, as per the evidence collected, about 25.55% of total wheat flour required to be delivered to PDS distributors was siphoned off. During the investigation, proceeds of crime in the form of 101 immovable properties and ₹2.89 crore in the bank accounts were provisionally attached on December 12, the statement said. Former state food & supplies minister Jyoti Priya Mallick and a local businessman, Bakibur Rahaman, were arrested under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and were currently in judicial custody, it said.
"Nothing like democracy, Kim Jong Un government in West Bengal" says Giriraj Singh over attack on ED team in state
Union Minister Giriraj Singh criticized West Bengal's Trinamool Congress (TMC), likening CM Mamata Banerjee's governance to Kim Jong Un's regime after an attack on an Enforcement Directorate (ED) team. He cited a lack of democracy in the state. BJP leaders accused TMC 'goons' and Rohingyas of attacking ED officials, branding it 'Jungle Raj.' Congress' Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury also decried the lawlessness. TMC dismissed Chowdhury as a BJP 'agent.' The incident occurred during an ED raid linked to an alleged ration scam, prompting condemnation from multiple BJP leaders.
Rakhis from water hyacinths: Why a Bengal civic body is sending them to global leaders
Water hyacinths, locally known as 'Kochuripana', grow in abundance in the lakes, ponds and rivers of West Bengal. The local body of Bongaon is putting them to better use.
MoS Shantanu Thakur threatens stir if Bengal cops don't book Matua attackers
Several Matua community members were injured - and one is critical - during their travel to Bongaon when their bus was attacked near Barasat on Wednesday night. Suman Halder, who is critically injured, has been admitted to a private nursing home.
State schemes bring SC/STs closer to TMC in Jungelmahal
There has been a clear swing in Matua votes in Bongaon, the main seat of the Matua community, in favour of TMC mainly due to their disgruntlement over the delay in implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) by the Centre.
CM Sarbananda Sonowal conducts aerial survey Assam flood
CM Sarbananda Sonowal undertook an aerial survey of the flood affected areas in Assam and directed repair of breached embankments on a war footing.
Joining BJP was a mistake : Manjul Krishna Thakur
Terming his joining the BJP a 'mistake', former Thakur requested West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to forgive him and take him back into party.
BJP's first list of candidates for KMC polls by March 10
"This time we want to jump into the poll fray early so that we can have an advantage," said BJP state president Rahul Sinha.
Trinamool Congress wins by-polls in West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee calls it a 'miracle'
Congratulating the winners, Banerjee said, BJP tried to tarnish the image of TMC, isolate the people, but it is the people who decide.
TMC wins Krishanganj, takes massive lead in Bongaon LS seat
TMC candidate Satyajit Biswas, who secured 95,397 votes, won the Krishnaganj seat by a margin of 36,960 votes over his nearest rival BJP's Manabendra.
BJP complains to EC against TMC's Bongaon Lok Sabha candidate
A BJP team complained to state Chief Electoral Officer Sunil Gupta that Thakur has provided false information regarding her educational qualification.
Bengal BJP demands termination of Trinamool's Bongaon candidate's nomination
The candidate, Mamatabala Thakur, has been accused by BJP of giving false information to the Election Commission.
Bengali actor Locket Chatterjee joins BJP
"When I joined TMC I had said I want to work. Now I am quitting it as I feel suffocated there and can't work," Chatterjee said.
BJP demands 160 companies of Central forces for bypolls in West Bengal
Singh also demanded area domination and route march by the Central forces in sensitive villages to stop "ruling party sponsored terror."
Mukul Roy meets Mamata Banerjee amid speculation of distance between two
Crucial by-elections are scheduled to be held on February 13 to Bongaon Lok Sabha constituency and Krishnaganj Assembly constituency in West Bengal.
Like Mukul Roy, CBI should question Mamata Banerjee: BJP
"If the CBI called Mukul Roy for interrogation, then they should also call Banerjee under the same rule," Siddharth Nath Singh.
Bongaon lok sabha polls acid test for Abhishek Banerjee
Bongaon lok sabha by-elections slated for February 13 would be a litmus test for Mamata Banerjee's nephew Abhishek.
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