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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TMC MP says there should be sharing of Teesta river water with BangladeshTrinamool Congress MP Ritabrata Banerjee emphasized in Rajya Sabha the need for the West Bengal government's consultation before finalizing the Teesta water-sharing deal with Bangladesh and renewing..IndiaTimes - Published | |
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee calls Shivraj Singh Chouhan 'dalal', BJP hits backTrinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee accused Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan of favoring the wealthy and denying West Bengal's central funds for schemes like MGNREGA. Banerjee suggested this was..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'BJP failed to learn its lessons': TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee slams BJP for withholding central funds from West Bengal ahead of electionsTrinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee announced that the party will focus on the central government's alleged deprivation of West Bengal's funds as the main campaign theme for the upcoming assembly..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Fireworks in Rajya Sabha after TMC MP targets Amit ShahIndiaTimes - Published | |
After remarks on Muslim MLAs, Suvendu Adhikari now raises pitch against Mamata govt over Ram Navami celebrationsWest Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari criticizes the Trinamool government, claiming that Hindus will resist any attempt to stop Ram Navami celebrations and accusing Mamata Banerjee of appeasing a..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Ready to deliberate over demand for uploading booth-wise voter turnout data: EC to SCThe Election Commission of India (ECI) expressed willingness to consider the demand for publishing booth-wise voter turnout data online during a Supreme Court hearing. The petitioners, TMC MP Mahua..IndiaTimes - Published | |
BJP slams Didi for Santiniketan ‘Holi ban’, TMC denies any such prohibitionThe BJP criticized the TMC-led West Bengal government for allegedly banning Holi celebrations at Santiniketan, accusing CM Mamata Banerjee of appeasement politics. They urged Hindus to celebrate..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Will throw Muslim MLAs out of assembly after BJP wins Bengal: SuvenduBengal’s opposition leader, Suvendu Adhikari, has caused controversy by stating the BJP would forcibly remove Muslim MLAs from the assembly upon forming the next government. The Trinamool Congress..IndiaTimes - Published | |
TMC, Congress, BJD press EC on 'voter card fraud' amid Parliament protestsIndiaTimes - Published | |
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee attacks Centre for stoppage of MNREGA funds to West BengalIndiaTimes - Published | |
'All concerns would be resolved': EC to TMC delegation over EPIC number, other issuesThe Election Commission of India has assured the Trinamool Congress that concerns about duplicate EPIC numbers, dead voters, and illegal migrants will be resolved. TMC MP Sagarika Ghose highlighted the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Who made you minister?': TMC MP slams government over stoppage of MGNREGA funds for BengalIndiaTimes - Published | |
BJP MLA Tapasi Mondal joins TMCBJP MLA Tapasi Mondal switched to TMC, citing her dissatisfaction with BJP's divisive politics and lack of central leadership responses. This move reduces BJP's effective strength in the Bengal..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Question being raised in every state': Rahul Gandhi demands discussion on voter's list in Lok SabhaOpposition leaders including Rahul Gandhi and TMC's Saugata Roy have called for a discussion on alleged voter list discrepancies, citing irregularities in states like Maharashtra, Haryana, and West..IndiaTimes - Published |
'EC covering up voter list fraud': TMC's fresh charge against poll bodyTMC leader Saket Gokhale accuses the Election Commission of India of covering up alleged voter list frauds, highlighting duplication in Voter IDs. He questions the ECI's claims about EPIC numbers and..IndiaTimes - Published | TMC accuses EC of 'fraud', says 'accept error in 24 hours'Trinamool Congress has accused the Election Commission of engaging in fraudulent activities, citing the duplication of voter ID card numbers across different states. TMC demands immediate correction..IndiaTimes - Published |
'What Shama Mohamed said is correct': TMC MP backs Congress leader's remark on Rohit SharmaIndiaTimes - Published | EC statement on duplicate EPIC numbers confirms voter list anomalies in Bengal: TMCIndiaTimes - Published |
‘Should become spokespersons’: TMC’s Derek O'Brien urges Christian institutions to engage alumni as their voiceTMC leader Derek O'Brien highlighted the role of Christian-run educational institutions in India's development and urged them to reconnect with alumni to promote their contributions positively. He..IndiaTimes - Published | TMC's new 'khela' doctrine and an oath of loyalty to defeat BJPMamata Banerjee rallies TMC workers to counter BJP's alleged electoral roll manipulation in the upcoming West Bengal assembly election. Highlighting planned political strategies, she emphasizes voter..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Will continue to expose traitors': Abhishek Banerjee to join BJP? TMC leader clarifiesTrinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee has denied any intention of joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), affirming his loyalty to TMC and Mamata Banerjee. He pledged to continue exposing..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Mamata Banerjee's Islamic caliphate': BJP's Amit Malviya slams West Bengal CM over Kolkata holidaysBJP IT cell head Amit Malviya sharply criticised West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee over changes in the holiday schedule announced by Kolkata Municipal Corporation. He accused the TMC government of..IndiaTimes - Published |
'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 |
TMC's Abhishek Banerjee gives big update on INDIA bloc's future in 2026 West Bengal pollsTMC's Abhishek Banerjee hints at solo run in the 2026 West Bengal polls, emphasizing the party’s successful history of contesting independently. Mamata Banerjee reiterates no alliance with Congress..IndiaTimes - Published | 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 |
