TMC
Coverage of TMC in the Nexus archive.
- Three NCPI MPs skip NDA meet, refuse to join alliance or BJP
Three NCPI MPs from Murshidabad skipped an NDA meeting and refused to join the alliance or BJP. TMC chief Mamata Banerjee stated the MPs left the party under pressure from police and Central agencies.
- TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee moves Supreme Court seeking permission to travel abroad for eye treatment
TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee has approached the Supreme Court to seek permission for foreign travel to receive eye treatment. The court, through Justice Bhattacharyya, noted that the investigation is ongoing and highlighted the availability of reputable eye clinics in Kolkata.
- Mamata Banerjee urges EC to conclude 'TMC dispute' inquiry without giving rival camp more time
TMC chief Mamata Banerjee has urged the Election Commission to conclude its inquiry into the party’s ownership dispute and not grant any further opportunity to the rival faction to stake claims.
- BJP MLA Shankar Ghosh moves privilege motion against TMC's Kunal Ghosh for 'misconduct' in Assembly
BJP MLA Shankar Ghosh filed a privilege motion against TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh for 'misconduct' in the Assembly. Kunal Ghosh was removed from the House for a day following a ruckus during the debate on the Home Department's Budget.
- TMC's Saket Gokhale files complaint against Delhi cop for 'assaulting' woman protester on July 20
Saket Gokhale of TMC filed a complaint against a Delhi police officer for allegedly assaulting a woman protester on July 20. The complaint was filed after the Delhi High Court was informed during a hearing that no FIR had been requested for similar incidents.
- Opposition seeks withdrawal of Kalyan Banerjee's suspension, meets Speaker
The opposition is seeking the withdrawal of Kalyan Banerjee's suspension, which was imposed by the Chair after a noisy House session. Saugata Roy, a TMC leader, criticized the suspension as a wrong decision.
- Lok Sabha suspends TMC’s Kalyan Banerjee for using ‘unsavoury’ language against women MPs
Lok Sabha suspended TMC member Kalyan Banerjee for using offensive language against women MPs. Speaker Krishna Prasad Tenneti cited a complaint that Banerjee's remarks harmed the dignity of the House.
- Calcutta High Court grants interim protection to TMC MP Mahua Moitra in hate speech case
Calcutta High Court granted interim protection to TMC MP Mahua Moitra in a hate speech case. She sought to prevent coercive police action and quash proceedings against her registered at Hogolberia police station in Nadia district.
- TMC used 1993 police firing for political gains, hid inquiry report: CM after tabling panel findings
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari accused the TMC of exploiting the 1993 police firing incident for political gains and concealing the inquiry report. He claimed the July 21 incident was politically weaponized, with individuals building their fortunes on it.
- ‘New category’: Mahua Moitra slams Centre over ‘traitor bench’ seating arrangement for rebel TMC MPs
Mahua Moitra criticized the Centre for introducing a 'traitor bench' seating arrangement for rebel TMC MPs, arguing it disrupted the traditional parliamentary layout and created a new classification. The TMC leader labeled the change as compromising the house's established practices.
- TMC MLA Madan Mitra attends Mamata camp's assembly protest days after joining rebel faction
TMC MLA Madan Mitra attended a Mamata camp assembly protest after joining a rebel faction. He clarified his presence at the protest was out of courtesy following a meeting with Ritabrata Banerjee and emphasized no change in his political position.
- TMC MP Koel Mallick resigns from Rajya Sabha
Koel Mallick resigns from Rajya Sabha, as stated in her resignation letter. The resignation is to be accepted with immediate effect.
- ‘Fighting like a tiger’: Mamata rallies behind Abhishek Banerjee amid TMC rebellion, vows to rebuild party
Mamata Banerjee rallied behind Abhishek Banerjee amid a rebellion within the TMC, vowing to rebuild the party. She accused opponents of attempting to harm her and linked Madan Mitra's exit to an ED summons against his wife and two sons.
- Ex-TMC MLA's son held on cheating, extortion charges
The son of an ex-TMC MLA was arrested on charges of cheating and extortion. Tirthankar Ghosh was attacked with eggs when taken to the Barrackpore court.
- Three BJP candidates file nomination papers for Rajya Sabha byelections in Bengal
Three BJP candidates submitted nomination papers for Rajya Sabha byelections in Bengal. Three Rajya Sabha seats became vacant after Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, Sushmita Dev, and Prakash Chik Baraik resigned and left the TMC following the party's Assembly election defeat.
- TMC's Abhishek Banerjee booked after woman loses leg, blames treatment at Sebaashray health camp
Abhishek Banerjee, a TMC MP, was booked after a woman lost her leg and blamed the treatment at a Sebaashray health camp. Two FIRs have been filed against him for alleged irregularities in the health camps.
- Calcutta HC appoints special officer for debit-frozen TMC bank accounts, to manage Mamata-led group's expenses
Calcutta HC has appointed Subrata Talukdar as a special officer to manage the day-to-day expenses of the Mamata Banerjee-led group until September 30.
- ‘City of Tanks and Lakes’ plan reaches DPR stage in Tirupati
The 'City of Tanks and Lakes' plan in Tirupati has reached the DPR stage, with TMC and TUDA working to rejuvenate 23 water bodies and enhance stormwater management to improve flood resilience.
- TMC submits response to EC, rejects rebel faction's claim as 'fraudulent'
TMC submitted a detailed response to the Election Commission, rejecting a rebel faction's claim as fraudulent. TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee stated this in response to a representation from rebel leader Ritabrata Banerjee.
- Bypolls to three Rajya Sabha seats from West Bengal on July 24: ECI
Bypolls for three Rajya Sabha seats in West Bengal will be held on July 24, following the resignation of three TMC Rajya Sabha members. Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, Sushmita Dev, and Prakash Chik Baraik resigned in June after questioning party leadership post-Assembly poll defeat.
- SIT formed to probe ₹100-crore disproportionate assets case against former TMC councillor
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate a ₹100-crore disproportionate assets case against a former TMC councillor. Debraj Chakraborty, husband of former MLA Aditi Munshi, was arrested based on an FIR filed by BJP MLA Tarunjyoti Tewari against the couple.
- Special court grants bail to TMC leader Shakir Ali in 2023 Ram Navami violence case
A special court granted bail to TMC leader Shakir Ali in a 2023 Ram Navami violence case. He was ordered to seek permission before leaving West Bengal.
- ECI asks both factions of TMC to submit responses on organisational elections
ECI has requested both factions of TMC to submit responses regarding organisational elections. A rebel faction met with a full Bench of the EC, with Ritabrata Banerjee stating they followed all rules for a session held on June 22, while declining to disclose submitted documents.
- TMC leader Mahua Moitra alleges BJP workers hurled eggs at her in Bengal's Nadia district
TMC leader Mahua Moitra alleges that BJP workers hurled eggs at her in Bengal's Nadia district. She was attending a TMC meeting at MLA Alifa Ahmed's residence in Kaliganj's Palashi when a group of protesters gathered outside and shouted 'go back' slogans.
- NIA arrests former TMC MP’s husband in connection to 2023 Ram Navami violence
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested the husband of a former TMC MP in connection with the 2023 Ram Navami violence.
- TMC leaders Kunal Ghosh, Dola Sen booked over alleged traffic disruption during Shahid Diwas rally preparations
TMC leaders Kunal Ghosh and Dola Sen were booked for alleged traffic disruption during preparations for a Shahid Diwas rally.
- Former Kolkata councillor Tarakeswar Chakraborty arrested on cheating, forgery charges
Tarakeswar Chakraborty was arrested on charges of cheating and forgery after two FIRs were filed against him at the Survey Park police station.
- TMC’s Aroop Biswas appears before police in Messi event irregularities probe
Aroop Biswas of TMC appeared before police in an investigation into irregularities at a Messi event. The event organizer Dutta alleged that nearly 22,000 tickets were sold in the black market and claimed Biswas used his position as Sports Minister to exert undue influence over the program.
- High Court orders notices to Mamata, Abhishek in contempt case over TMC Martyrs' Day rally
The High Court has issued notices to Mamata and Abhishek in a contempt case related to a TMC Martyrs' Day rally. The petitioner's lawyer, Srikanta Dutta, alleged the rally violated a 2018 court order prohibiting complete road blockages during gatherings.
- Ex-Bengal minister Jyoti Priya Mallick quits all TMC posts, cites health issues
Jyoti Priya Mallick resigns from all TMC posts, citing health issues. The resignation follows a major organisational reshuffle by the TMC.
- Defamation case: HC lifts stay on arrest warrant against TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee
A High Court lifted a stay on an arrest warrant against Abhishek Banerjee in a defamation case. The case alleges he referred to Akash Vijayvargiya as a 'goon' during a rally in Kolkata in November 2020.
- Court frames charges against ex-TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahan, others in PMLA case: ED
A court has framed charges against Sheikh Shahjahan and accomplices Shib Prasad Hazra and Didar Boksh Molla in a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. All four individuals are currently in judicial custody.
- Eight arrested for bid to storm Falta police station, free TMC’s Jahangir Khan; CM Suvendu vows stringent action
Eight individuals were arrested for attempting to storm the Falta police station to free TMC leader Jahangir Khan. The police have identified his wife as the alleged mastermind behind the plan, and Chief Minister Suvendu has pledged stringent action.
- TMC’s Saugata Roy writes to Home Minister Amit Shah over ‘egg attacks’ against party leaders
TMC leader Saugata Roy wrote to Home Minister Amit Shah regarding 'egg attacks' against party leaders. The communication addresses incidents targeting TMC officials with eggs.
- TMC MP Saugata Roy threatens breach of privilege motion against rebel MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar
TMC MP Saugata Roy threatens a breach of privilege motion against rebel MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar for discussing a parliamentary standing committee meeting with media. Dastidar accused the former TMC government of enabling rampant child trafficking and marriage in West Bengal.
- NCPI ready to accept merger of rebel TMC MPs; numbers may go up to 22: Kakoli Dastidar
NCPI is prepared to accept the merger of rebel TMC MPs, with potential numbers reaching 22, as stated by Kakoli Dastidar. The party plans to collaborate with the NDA under the leadership of Narendra Modi and Amit Shah.
- Mamata files plea in Calcutta HC challenging poll result in Bhabanipur Assembly seat she lost
Mamata filed a plea in the Calcutta High Court challenging the election result in the Bhabanipur Assembly seat she lost. Suvendu Adhikari, now the BJP's first Chief Minister of Bengal, defeated the TMC chief by 15,105 votes.
- TMC's Abhishek Banerjee appears before Bengal CID in case against his 'inflammatory' statements
Abhishek Banerjee of TMC appeared before Bengal CID in a case related to his 'inflammatory' statements. The FIR against him was filed a month ago by social activist Rajib Sarkar at Baguiati Police Station in North 24 Parganas district following the assembly election results.
- NCPI: The Howrah-based political outfit that may house 20 rebel TMC MPs
NCPI, a Howrah-based political party founded in 2015 by Shewly Kundu, seeks to emerge as an alternative to TMC amid its electoral challenges. The group may accommodate 20 rebel TMC MPs.
- NDA inches towards two-thirds majority in Rajya Sabha; short in Lok Sabha despite TMC rebellion
The NDA is nearing a two-thirds majority in the Rajya Sabha but remains short in the Lok Sabha due to a TMC rebellion. The NDA's Lok Sabha numbers could rise to 213 if approximately 20 TMC MPs form a separate group and provide support.