Trinamool Congress
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The All India Trinamool Congress is an Indian political party that is mainly influential in the state of West Bengal. It was founded by Mamata Banerjee on 1 January 1998 as a breakaway faction from the Indian National Congress and rapidly rose to prominence in the politics of West Bengal under her leadership. Presently, it is ruling the state of West Bengal beside being the third-largest party in India in terms of number of MPs just after the BJP and INC.
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'Playing with faith of 56 crore people': UP CM Yogi Adityanath targets oppn over Maha KumbhUttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath criticises opposition leaders, including Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee, for their remarks on the ongoing Maha Kumbh in..IndiaTimes - Published | |
TMC MPs urge President Murmu to expedite tough anti-rape Aparajita BillIndiaTimes - Published | |
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TMC institutionalised graft, gutted institutions in West Bengal: FM Nirmala SitharamanFinance minister Nirmala Sitharaman accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of mismanagement and corruption in the implementation of centrally-sponsored schemes in West Bengal. She highlighted serious..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Institutionalised corruption, gutted institutions': Nirmala Sitharaman's jab at TMC in Lok Sabha addressFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman accused the Trinamool Congress of fostering corruption and undermining institutions. She also highlighted issues in the implementation of PM Awas Yojana and MNREGA...IndiaTimes - Published | |
Mamata says TMC to fight solo in 2026 Bengal polls, Cong hits back over 'panic' reactionIndiaTimes - Published | |
Mamata Banerjee blames 'inflexible' AAP, Congress for BJP's Delhi & Haryana winsBengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticized Congress's and AAP's refusal to form alliances in Delhi and Haryana, alleging this contributed to BJP victories in those states. She emphasized Trinamool Congress's..IndiaTimes - Published | |
After drubbing AAP in Delhi, 'Bangal cholo' next for BJP?The BJP broke its 27-year jinx in Delhi by winning 48 out of 70 assembly seats, defeating AAP. Confident after this victory, the BJP is now targeting West Bengal in the 2026 assembly elections. BJP..IndiaTimes - Published | |
RG Kar victim's parents meet RSS chief, draw TMC criticismThe parents of the RG Kar rape-murder victim met RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, seeking assurance for justice. This prompted criticism from Trinamool, questioning their motives and suggesting political..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Delhi elections 2025: INDIA allies blame disunity for AAP's solo flight crashAllies within the INDIA bloc criticized the lack of unity following AAP's defeat in the Delhi assembly elections, suggesting a united front against BJP could have altered the outcome. Leaders from Shiv..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Shatrughan Sinha demands non-veg ban to highlight UCC challenges: 'Waha khao toh yummy...'The TMC MP also emphasised the need for an all-party meeting to discuss the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) provisions, highlighting the complexities and loopholes in the code.DNA - Published | |
Trinamool Congress MP urges Lok Sabha speaker to address legal issues in Waqf bill reportIndiaTimes - Published | |
In show of support, TMC's Shatrughan Sinha campaigns for AAP's Atishi in DelhiTrinamool Congress leader Shatrughan Sinha visited Delhi to support Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi in her Kalkaji Assembly constituency campaign. Amid AAP and Congress tensions, Atishi accused BJP of..IndiaTimes - Published | TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee criticizes President Murmu's address, labels it 'depressing'IndiaTimes - Published |
'If they want higher compensation ...': TMC leaders target parents of RG Kar victim; BJP, CPM hit backIndiaTimes - Published | TMC got Rs 612cr via poll bonds in last fiscal, BRS Rs 496cr, BJD Rs 246crRegional parties in India received significant donations through electoral bonds in 2023-24 before the Supreme Court scrapped the bonds in February 2024. Trinamool Congress and BRS were top..IndiaTimes - Published |
Retd cop runs over puppy 4 times, says he is hard of hearing, didn’t hear criesA 72-year-old retired UP Police officer, Sukhveer Singh, was detained after a video showed him running over a puppy multiple times. The incident, which led to the puppy's immediate death, was amplified..IndiaTimes - Published | RG Kar case: TMC claims order validates cops’ initial probe, BJP alleges cover-upThe conviction of former Kolkata Police volunteer Sanjay Roy for the rape and murder of a resident doctor has sparked differences among political parties. TMC supports the initial investigation while..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Ab CBI aayegi': Mahua Moitra's complaint to return Rs 1200 for ice cream sparks debate online, check reactionsTMC MP Mahua Moitra's complaint about spoiled ice creams sparks humor, trolling, and discussions on delivery platform experiences online.DNA - Published | 'Unacceptable': TMC MP Mahua Moitra demands refund of Rs 1,220 from Swiggy; company respondsIndiaTimes - Published |
TMC leader meets jailed Bangladeshi Hindu priest Chinmoy Das's lawyerTMC leader Kunal Ghosh met with Bangladeshi lawyer Rabindra Ghosh, who is defending Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das. Rabindra Ghosh urged India to address minority persecution in Bangladesh. Das, an..IndiaTimes - Published | West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee to visit Sandeshkhali for first time since protestsWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee plans her first visit to Sandeshkhali after violent protests over local TMC leaders' alleged sexual harassment. The visit aims to promote state welfare programs and..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Manmohan Singh is the greatest son of India; Centre should consider Congress' request': TMC Kunal GhoshTrinamool Congress (TMC) leader Kunal Ghosh on Sunday urged the central government to seriously consider the requests made by the Congress party demanding a memorial for Manmohan Singh, emphasising the..IndiaTimes - Published | TMC's Abhishek Banerjee slams sports, film personalities over 'silence' on Manmohan Singh's demiseTrinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee criticises sports and film celebrities for remaining silent on the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. He views this silence as a fear of government..IndiaTimes - Published |
Priyanka Gandhi bristles as BJP MP gifts her 'Sikh genocide' bagA BJP MP gave Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi a bag with 'Genocide of Sikhs' written on it. This happened at Parliament. The bag referred to the 1984 events. Gandhi initially accepted the bag. She later..IndiaTimes - Published | Dhankhar spoke for ‘30%’ of Rajya Sabha time in Parliament winter session: TMCTrinamool Congress MP Derek O'Brien criticized Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar for allegedly speaking for nearly 30% of the Upper House's functional time during the winter session. O'Brien..IndiaTimes - Published |
Ambedkar row: Mamata says Amit Shah's remarks display of BJP's 'anti-Dalit' mindset; TMC moves privilege motionWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as "casteist" and "anti-Dalit." Banerjee accused the BJP of attempting to diminish..IndiaTimes - Published | After NC, TMC too junks Congress' EVM chargesA day after National Conference veteran and J&K CM Omar Abdullah rubbished Congress's allegations of EVM tampering, Abhishek Banerjee, an MP of another INDIA bloc partner, Trinamool Congress, on Monday..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Random statements': TMC's Abhishek Banerjee dismisses Congress's EVM tampering claimIndiaTimes - Published | Sharad Pawar's NCP also distances itself from Cong's Adani stirThe Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) joined the Trinamool Congress and Samajwadi Party in distancing themselves from Congress's Parliament disruptions over the Adani issue. NCP MP Amol Kolhe emphasized..IndiaTimes - Published |
Mahua Moitra writes to IPU against Union minister Kiren Rijiju over his remarks in Lok SabhaTMC MP Mahua Moitra filed a complaint with the Inter-Parliamentary Union against Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, alleging he threatened her during a Lok Sabha debate on the Indian..IndiaTimes - Published | Some in higher judiciary compromising court's integrity: Mahua MoitraTMC MP Mahua Moitra criticized certain members of the higher judiciary, alleging compromise of judicial independence and integrity. She targeted ex-CJI DY Chandrachud's "prayed to God" remark regarding..IndiaTimes - Published |
As whispers grow louder for Didi's INDIA leadership, Himanta Biswa Sarma's 'dead' alliance warningPolitical tensions rise as Assam's Chief Minister questions Mamata Banerjee's interest in leading the opposition alliance. Banerjee receives support from various leaders, including Lalu Prasad and..IndiaTimes - Published | TMC wants PM statement on Bangladesh situation, Dhankhar turns down demandThe Trinamool Congress (TMC) urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address Parliament regarding the safety of minorities in Bangladesh. TMC leader Derek O'Brien's request for a statement from the PM..IndiaTimes - Published |
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee submits written apology for remarks against ScindiaTrinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee has issued a written apology to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for his comments targeting Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. Banerjee also apologized verbally in the..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Derogatory remarks': TMC MP Sagarika Ghose submits privilege motion against Kiren RijijuTMC MP Sagarika Ghosh submitted a privilege motion against Union minister Kiren Rijiju for derogatory remarks towards opposition leaders. Rijiju's comments deemed opposition MPs "unworthy" of their..IndiaTimes - Published |
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge claims VP Dhankar 'persistently heckles' opposition in Rajya SabhaRajya Sabha saw a clash between the ruling and opposition parties. Congress leader Kharge accused Chairman Dhankar of stifling opposition voices. BJP connected Congress to investor George Soros. TMC MP..IndiaTimes - Published | Rijiju remarks derogatory, says TMC, plans own privilege motionTensions escalate in the Indian Parliament as the Trinamool Congress prepares to file a privilege motion against Union Minister Kiren Rijiju. The TMC alleges Rijiju made disparaging remarks about..IndiaTimes - Published |
Row in LS after TMC MP makes personal attack on ScindiaA heated exchange erupted in Lok Sabha between the ruling party and the opposition after TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee made personal remarks against Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia during a discussion on..IndiaTimes - Published | TMC slams ally Congress, BJP over Parl disruptionsTrinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee criticized BJP and Congress for disrupting Parliament, preventing other parties from raising issues. He accused both parties of using adjournments to control..IndiaTimes - Published |
Kalyan Banerjee vs Jyotiraditya Scindia: Lok Sabha adjourns after TMC leader’s 'appearance' remark on ScindiaIndiaTimes - Published | TMC's Kalyan Banerjee slams BJP, Congress for disrupting ParliamentTrinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee criticized both the BJP and Congress for repeatedly disrupting parliamentary proceedings. He accused the two parties of marginalizing smaller parties and hindering..IndiaTimes - Published |
Rift in INDIA bloc? 'If they can’t run the show, what can I do?' asks Mamata BanerjeeWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed willingness to lead the INDIA opposition bloc if called upon, amidst internal disagreements. TMC MPs advocated for her leadership, citing her..IndiaTimes - Published | 'No overtime, long hours': TMC MP Saket Gokhale calls for urgent labour reforms to protect private sector workersTrinamool Congress MP Saket Gokhale advocated for laws to address toxic work culture in the private sector, citing the death of a 26-year-old woman due to work pressure. He highlighted excessive work..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Modi Adani ek hai': Opposition parties protest in Parliament over Adani issueOpposition INDIA bloc MPs, wearing "Modi-Adani" stickers, protested at Parliament demanding a JPC probe into the Adani issue. TMC and SP abstained. Rahul Gandhi alleged Modi's avoidance of the probe..IndiaTimes - Published | Parliament winter session: After TMC, BJP members seek Centre’s intervention in BangladeshIndiaTimes - Published |
Winter session: Congress reaches out to TMC, SP for joint floor strategyCongress floor leaders initiated contact with Trinamool Congress and other opposition parties to coordinate parliamentary strategies.IndiaTimes - Published | After TMC, SP too steers clear of Congress-led Adani protests in Lok SabhaDifferences among INDIA bloc parties emerged as TMC and SP abstained from Congress-led protests over the Adani issue in Lok Sabha. MPs from Congress, AAP, RJD, Sena UBT, DMK, and Left parties demanded..IndiaTimes - Published |
TMC, SP stay away from INDIA bloc protestDifferences among INDIA bloc parties emerged as TMC and SP abstained from Congress-led protests over the Adani issue in Lok Sabha. MPs from Congress, AAP, RJD, Sena UBT, DMK, and Left parties demanded..IndiaTimes - Published | 'What a joke!': Congress snubs TMC for suggesting Mamata as INDIA bloc faceCongress MP Manickam Tagore dismisses the idea of Mamata Banerjee leading the INDIA bloc, calling it a 'joke,' despite TMC leaders advocating for her, based on her track record against BJP and Narendra..IndiaTimes - Published |
