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Org weakness, switching candidates, stoppage of MNREGA funds hurt BJP
Weaknesses in the organisational structure, candidate changes in previously-won seats, and the halt of central scheme funds contributed to the BJP's defeat in West Bengal, with the Trinamool Congress blaming central deprivation. The lack of a Modi wave and public trust in CM Mamata Banerjee's social welfare initiatives also impacted the BJP's performance, while North Bengal provided some respite amidst a poor showing in South Bengal.
Leadership fissures in BJP Bengal come to fore
Dissident voices arise within Bengal BJP as leadership cracks emerge post-underperformance in recent Lok Sabha elections. The party sees erosion in cadres as 10 panchayat members defect to Trinamool Congress, BJP ex-state president Dilip Ghosh criticised flawed strategies and alleged seat shifting tactics, with key leaders losing in crucial constituencies prompting calls for self-analysis and discussions with central leadership to rectify mistakes and move forward.
Instances of threatening at 2-3 places, everything fine: BJP's Hooghly candidate Locket Chatterjee
Locket Chatterjee, a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and candidate from Hooghly, has expressed that the overall situation in her constituency is peaceful and everyone will exercise their franchise. Despite threats at some locations, Chatterjee believes voting is being done against corruption and in the name of PM Modi. She hopes that the Election Commission of India will ensure a free and fair election and urges people to come out and vote.
Lok Sabha Polls in West Bengal: Instances of threatening at 2-3 places, says BJP's Hooghly candidate Locket Chatterjee
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and candidate from Hooghly, Locket Chatterjee said that while there are instances of threats at some places in her constituency, the overall situation is peaceful and everyone will be exercising their...
"Vote in record numbers": PM Modi appeals voters to cast franchise in festival of democracy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah have both urged voters to cast their ballots in record numbers for the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections. Modi urged women and young voters to participate enthusiastically in the festival of democracy, while Shah appealed to voters to elect a visionary leadership that will enhance the nation's pride. The stage is set for interesting battles across eight states and union territories, with some seats turning into prestige contests for political dynasties and senior leaders seeking to retain their influence.
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.
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"Would have made Hirak Rani": Amit Shah invokes Ray classic to take epic dig at Mamata Banerjee
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has compared Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to Satyajit Ray's 'Hirak Rajar Deshe', a film that he believes would have been a sequel to the film. Shah criticized Banerjee for her misrule and accused her of presiding over a loot of public money and central funds. He criticized the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for rampant violence and oppression in Bengal, highlighting the contributions of Bengal's revolutionaries to the freedom movement.
Goons threatening women of Sandeshkhali, TMC trying every trick to protect culprits: PM Modi in Bengal
While addressing back-to-back rallies in Barrackpore and Hooghly, Modi alleged that under the TMC rule, Hindus have turned into second-class citizens in West Bengal and asserted that "as long as Modi is here, no one can repeal the CAA law." Suggesting that the performance of the Congress would be at an all-time low, the prime minister claimed that the grand-old party will get fewer seats than the age of its 'shehzada' (Rahul Gandhi) in the Lok Sabha polls. Gandhi is in his early fifties.
Jal Jeevan Mission failed, Ganga not cleaned, BJP's 'washing machine' active in WB: Jairam Ramesh
Jairam Ramesh questions PM Modi on failures in Hooghly, Ganga cleaning, fund withholding, and corruption accusations against Arjun Singh amidst BJP's active campaigning in West Bengal.
Will not visit Raj Bhavan, governor CV Ananda Bose must resign: West Bengal CM
Mamata Banerjee calls for the resignation of Governor CV Ananda Bose over molestation allegations, refusing to sit near him and vowing to confront him publicly with incriminating evidence.
Bengal Guv must explain why he should not resign in wake of molestation allegations: Mamata Banerjee
Mamata Banerjee demands Governor Bose's resignation over molestation allegations, calling his conduct shameful. She refuses Raj Bhavan visits and plans to confront Bose on the streets, rejecting his defense with edited CCTV footage.
Bomb explosion kills teenager in Bengal
Police said the boy succumbed to his injuries in a hospital in Pandua while two other injured persons were transferred to a healthcare facility in Chinsurah for better treatment.
Singur Tata Motors' Nano plant controversy remains key focus in Hooghly election chatter
Sixteen years post an anti-land acquisition movement that forced the Tata Nano car plant out of Singur, the issue of industrialization remains central in the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Two film celebrities, running for TMC and BJP, vow to rejuvenate industry in the region. Hooghly district, encompassing the Singur area, gained national attention in 2006-2007 during the anti-land acquisition movement against the former Left Front government.
Odisha: 33 arrested for involvement in illegal sale of cough syrups
A total of 10,800 bottles of cough syrup were recovered from a truck in Sambalpur town and 26 people were arrested, SP Mukesh Kumar Bhamoo said. He said the bottles were brought to Sambalpur from Hooghly district of West Bengal for consumption during Holi and elections, he said. In another case, police seized 5,500 cough syrup bottles in the district and arrested seven persons, including a woman, SDPO (Sambalpur Sadar), Tophan Bag, said.
PM Modi to be in West Bengal tomorrow
The Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stones of multiple projects for strengthening of infrastructure at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata worth about Rs 1000 crore. PM will also dedicate to the nation the project for augmentation of the firefighting system at oil jetties of Haldia Dock Complex under Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port.
PM Modi to hold public rallies, launch govt projects during 2-day Bengal visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set for a two-day visit to West Bengal starting Friday, where he'll hold public rallies and launch various government projects in Hooghly and Nadia districts. BJP's state president, Sukanta Majumdar, announced Modi's schedule, with rallies planned in Arambagh and Krishnanagar.
Tata Motors wins Rs 766 crore arbitration award against WBIDC in Nano-Singur case
WBIDC could ‘file an application’ before a court for setting aside the reward, although it can’t directly appeal against the tribunal ruling, said an arbitration specialist, who declined to be named. The tribunal announced its ruling Monday, Tata Motors said in a statement.
Stealth frigate 'Vindhyagiri' being readied for Aug 17 launch by prez
Final touches were being given to the ship before its launch by the President on August 17, as scores of workers busied themselves with various engineering and paint jobs at the GRSE's main unit on the banks of River Hooghly.
'Atmanirbhar' underwater metro in Kolkata aims to hit the rails in December
India's first underwater metro is expected to be operational by the end of 2023, connecting Howrah Maidan to Mahakaran metro station in Kolkata. The 16.55 km project features tunnels under the heavily built-up areas of Kolkata, including a record-breaking tunnel beneath the river Hooghly, 33 metres below ground level and running 32 metres below water level.
Bengal woman designs dress for Queen Camilla, brooch for King Charles III
Priyanka Mallick, a woman fashion designer from a village in West Bengal, has designed a dress for Queen Camilla and a brooch for King Charles III. The Royal family sent Mallick a letter, thanking her and inviting her to attend the coronation ceremony, though she can't due to illness. She hopes the king and queen will wear her designs during the ceremony.
Encouraging trend for public transport in India: PM Modi on Kolkata metro trial run under Hooghly River
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed happiness over the trial run of the Kolkata Metro under the Hooghly River.
No fresh violence in Hooghly district; prohibitory orders in place
The bench was hearing a plea regarding the Ram Navami violence that erupted in some areas in Howrah, Rishra and Dalkhola districts, in connection with a PIL filed by Leader of Opposition in state assembly (LoP) Suvendu Adhikari.
Won't allow hooligans to take law into their hands: Bengal Guv after visiting violence-hit Rishra
"We will never allow hooligans to take law into their hands. The Centre, state, political parties, media and people will join hands to root out mobocracy," Bose said. He also spoke to senior police officers of the district and locals to take stock of the situation.
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