Mamata Banerjee
Chief Minister of West Bengal, India
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Mamata Banerjee is an Indian politician who is serving as the eighth and current chief minister of the Indian state of West Bengal since 20 May 2011, the first woman to hold the office. Having served multiple times as a Union Cabinet Minister, Mamata Banerjee became the Chief Minister of West Bengal for the first time in 2011. She founded the All India Trinamool Congress in 1998 after separating from the Indian National Congress, and became its second chairperson later in 2001. She is often referred to as Didi.
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Mamata Banerjee writes second letter to PM Modi on devastating 'man-made' flood in South BengalIn her letter dated September 21, CM Banerjee voiced her disagreement with the central government's handling of the situation.DNA - Published | |
Didi picks Left-TMC's 'go-to man' as Kolkata Police bossManoj Kumar Verma, a 1998-batch IPS officer known for handling crises, has taken over as Kolkata Police commissioner from Vineet Goyal. This move follows CM Mamata Banerjee's discussions with junior..IndiaTimes - Published | |
‘Will remove you from court’: SC warns lawyer, dismisses plea for Mamata Banerjee's removal over Kolkata doc's rape-murderThe Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's resignation after a medical student's rape and murder. Chief Justice Chandrachud stated that the court isn't for..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Kolkata rape-murder case: CM Mamata Banerjee agrees to doctors' demands, announces removal of...West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee after meeting with the protesting junior doctors announced that she has agreed to most of doctors' demandsDNA - Published | |
CM Mamata Banerjee warns of potential flood-like situation in 7 West Bengal districts, accuses DVC of releasing..The rains disrupted normal life in Kolkata as waterlogging was reported from various areas. Vehicular movement was slow on several arterial roads, police said. The deep depression is likely to weaken..DNA - Published | |
After meeting doctors, Mamata Banerjee shunts Kolkata top cop, 2 senior health officersFollowing five weeks of protests sparked by the RG Kar hospital rape-murder, Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has agreed to remove four top officials after a two-hour meeting with junior doctors. The..IndiaTimes - Published | |
RG Kar rape-murder case: Kolkata police commissioner, two health officials removed after CM Mamata Banerjee's meeting with doctorsWest Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee announced the removal of Kolkata police commissioner and two health department officials following discussions with protesting junior doctors over the RG Kar..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Kolkata rape-murder case: Meeting between junior doctors, CM Mamata Banerjee underway at...Earlier in the day, the state government "for the fifth and the final time" invited the protesting doctors for talks to end the impasse, two days after the dialogue failed to take off over disagreement..DNA - Published | |
Kolkata doctor rape, murder case: Protesting doctors accept Mamata Banerjee's 'final' talks invite on these 3 conditionsEarlier in the evening, responding to the mail by Pant this morning inviting them for talks, the agitating doctors said they are willing to attend the meeting and place their demands before the chief..DNA - Published | |
'Fifth & final time': Mamata invites protesting doctors again for talks to end RG Kar impasseThe West Bengal government, under chief minister Mamata Banerjee, has once again invited protesting junior doctors for a meeting at her residence to discuss their demands for better security and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Kolkata rape-murder case: 'Police involved in tampering evidence,' says Bengal LoP Suvendu AdhikariSuvendu Adhikari accuses Kolkata police of tampering evidence after the CBI arrests Abhijit Mondal, officer-in-charge of Tala police station, related to the rape and murder case at RG Kar Medical..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Live telecast not possible':West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee declines 'live streaming' of meet with junior doctorsWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee met with protesting junior doctors to discuss their demands.DNA - Published | |
Mamata's olive branch to doctors fails to end RG Kar impasse - Top developmentsThe scheduled meeting between West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee and protesting junior doctors was canceled due to disagreements over recording the discussion. "You can't keep on insulting me like this,"..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Should be forthright in her comments': RG Kar victim's mother demands direct action from Mamata BanerjeeThe mother of the victim in the RG Medical College rape-murder case criticised West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for not being assertive about holding culprits accountable. She demanded arrests of all..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Willing to have discussion': Doctors on Mamata Banerjee's 'last attempt' to resolve crisisJunior doctors in West Bengal have approached chief minister Mamata Banerjee, expressing their willingness to engage in discussions to resolve their ongoing protest. A meeting is scheduled for 6pm at..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Media photo-op': BJP terms Mamata Banerjee's visit to doctors' protest site as 'sly & insincere'BJP criticized Mamata Banerjee's visit to protesting doctors in Kolkata, calling it a media photo-op and accusing her of insincerity. Banerjee assured action if someone was found guilty but did not..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Would there be an earthquake if ...': Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury accuses Mamata Banerjee of using ‘cunning tactics’ to dismantle doctors' protestJunior doctors at RG Kar Medical College are protesting after a postgraduate trainee doctor was raped and murdered. Mamata Banerjee visited the protest site, promising to review their demands and..IndiaTimes - Published | Mamata govt offers aid to kin of those who died 'due to long-drawn cease work by junior doctors'; BJP calls it 'ploy'West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announced Rs 2 lakh compensation for families of 29 people who died due to the junior doctors' strike. The BJP criticized her decision, urging adoption of the Ayushman..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Lady Macbeth': West Bengal Governor refuses to share 'any public platform' with CM Mamata Banerjee, know whyWest Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose further slammed CM Mamata Banerjee, criticising her for the state's law and order situation. He also likened her to "Lady Macbeth," asserting that violence is..DNA - Published | 'Lady Macbeth of Bengal': Governor CV Ananda Bose to 'socially boycott' Mamata BanerjeeWest Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose announced he will socially boycott Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, refusing to share any stage or attend meetings with her. He expressed disappointment over the..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Ready to resign...': CM Mamata Banerjee as junior doctors continue protest over Kolkata rape-murder caseHer statement comes as junior doctors continue to protest over the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape-murder case.DNA - Published | 'Ready to resign': Mamata Banerjee as deadlock with doctors over RG Kar case continuesWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee offered to resign amid standoff with junior doctors protesting over a doctor rape-murder case in Kolkata. She stressed her commitment to justice and..IndiaTimes - Published |
After Kolkata docs set new demands, Mamata govt says 'not ready to accept': Top developmentsThe impasse between junior doctors and the West Bengal government continues as doctors demand to send a delegation of 30 representatives to meet with the Chief Minister, with a live telecast of the..IndiaTimes - Published | Agitating Kolkata docs seek Mamata's presence, live telecast of meeting: Top developmentsThe impasse between junior doctors and the West Bengal government continues as doctors demand to send a delegation of 30 representatives to meet with the Chief Minister, with a live telecast of the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Striking junior doctors defy SC deadline, spurn Mamata's talks inviteJunior doctors in Kolkata protesting the RG Kar hospital rape-murder have rejected an invitation from the Bengal government for discussions and continued their strike. Despite a Supreme Court deadline,..IndiaTimes - Published | Kolkata rape-murder case: Doctors say protest to continue as CM Mamata Banerjee invites them for talksJunior doctors across West Bengal have been observing a 'cease work' at state-run hospitals to demand justice for the young doctor who was allegedly raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and..DNA - Published |
Kolkata rape-murder protests: Mamata Banerjee 'most dangerous politician,’ says Giriraj SinghUnion minister Giriraj Singh labeled West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee as "the most dangerous politician" following the rape-murder of a trainee woman doctor in Kolkata. This incident has led..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Lying': Kolkata rape-murder victim's mother responds to West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's no bribery claimCM Banerjee had earlier directly refuted such an approach, terming it as 'slander' and said that she only offered to support to the familyDNA - Published |
Talk of monetary offer a conspiracy, says CM; doctor's parents claim Mamata Banerjee is lyingThe family of the junior doctor who was raped and murdered at RG Kar hospital reacted strongly to CM Mamata Banerjee's demand for proof of offering them money. The victim's mother insisted that such an..IndiaTimes - Published | Bengal’s name being tarnished, it’s time to end stir now, says Mamata BanerjeeBengal CM Mamata Banerjee urged a return to Durga Puja festivities after a month of protests over the RG Kar hospital rape-murder, citing economic impacts. She called for an end to agitation and asked..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Mamata is lying': Kolkata rape-murder victim's mother accuses govt of offering moneyThe mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim accused a district official of offering money, opposing West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's denial. Banerjee dismissed these claims as..IndiaTimes - Published | 'If they wanted to...': CM Mamata Banerjee responds to allegations of offering money to Kolkata rape victim's parentsShe has also refused to accept the resignation of Kolkata police commissioner Vineet Goyal.DNA - Published |
'Slander': Mamata Banerjee denies allegations of cover up in Kolkata rape-murder caseIndiaTimes - Published | RG Kar: Guv asks CM to call Cabinet meet, decide on public demand for removing police commissionerIn response to public outcry over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor, West Bengal Governor Dr CV Ananda Bose has directed CM Mamata Banerjee to hold an emergency Cabinet meeting. The governor..IndiaTimes - Published |
West Bengal assembly unanimously passes anti-rape bill, CM Mamata Banerjee terms it 'historic'The West Bengal government passed the anti-rape bill during the special session of state assembly.DNA - Published | 'Existing laws strong enough, implement...': Centre tells West Bengal CM Banerjee amid uproar over Kolkata rape-murderWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reiterating her request for stringent central legislation and exemplary punishment on heinous crimes like..DNA - Published |
Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: CM Mamata writes to PM Modi again, says 'no reply received, hope...'In her letter, CM Mamata Banerjee emphasised the gravity of the situation and urged for prompt central intervention, highlighting the inadequacy of the reply received from the Union Minister of Women..DNA - Published | Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: Bengal CM Mamata clarifies remarks made at Trinamool event, says, 'never threatened...'West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday clarified her recent remarks and stated that she did not utter a single word against students or their protests in her speech at the recent..DNA - Published |
'If Bengal is set on fire, Assam..,' warns Mamata Banerjee, CM Himanta Sarma respondsHe claimed that CM Banerjee was trying to provoke the public to hide her own failures.DNA - Published | '16 days have passed, where is justice': CM Mamata Banerjee on CBI probe into Kolkata doctor's rape-murder caseBengal CM said an amendment to existing laws will be passed in the state assembly next week to ensure capital punishment to convicted rapists.DNA - Published |
BJP calls for Bengal Bandh today: Know what's open, what's closedThe BJP has called for a 'Bengal Bandh' today, protesting against the violence launched during the 'Nabanna Abhijan' rally which was organised to demand the resignation of CM Mamata Banerjee for..DNA - Published | 'Sorry': West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee dedicates Trinamool event to Kolkata rape-murder victimWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed grief over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar medical college.DNA - Published |
Kolkata rape and murder case: Centre slams Mamata Banerjee for her letter to PM Modi, says '123 fast track courts but..'Asserting these services are essential for providing immediate assistance to victims of violence, she said the state has yet not integrated them despite multiple reminders from the Central government.DNA - Published | Doctor rape-murder case: Abhishek Banerjee finally breaks silence amid rift reports with CM Mamata BanerjeeTMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee has finally broken his silence on the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College.DNA - Published |
Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: Victim's father breaks silence, says, 'had full faith in Mamata Banerjee, but now...'He also pointed out that when the public demands justice, they face repression, referring to a police lathi charge on supporters at a football matchDNA - Published | Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: 'Within Sunday...': Mamata Banerjee's ultimatum to CBI, demands...Following the terrifying rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has issued an ultimatum to the CBI.DNA - Published |
'Indulging in...': CM Mamata Banerjee slams Opposition over Kolkata doctor rape-murder caseMamata Banerjee said, "Instead of standing with the (woman's) family, CPI(M) and BJP are indulging in cheap politics. They think they can do a Bangladesh here. But let me tell you, I am not greedy for..DNA - Published | CM Mamata Banerjee to transfer case to CBI if Kolkata police fail to crack trainee doctor rape-murder case by...CM Mamata Banerjee's comments on the case come after the doctors launched an indefinite nationwide protest to ensure their demands are met and justice is served.DNA - Published |
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's first reaction on Kolkata doctor's murder, says, 'if needed, accused will be...'A trainee doctor was found dead in the seminar hall at the state-run hospital last Friday. After this shocking incident, her fellow junior doctors staged a protest to demand justice for the deceased.DNA - Published | 'Let them come to divide...': West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee on demand for formation of 'new union territory'Her comments come in the wake of a recent observation made by BJP's Lok Sabha member from Jharkhand NIshikant Dubey demanding the formation of a new Union Territory by bifurcating certain districts of..DNA - Published |
