Mamata Banerjee
Chief Minister of West Bengal since 2011
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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 often refers to herself as Didi.
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RG Kar horror: Mamata Banerjee government moves HC seeking death sentence for convict Sanjay RoyThe West Bengal government is seeking the death penalty for Sanjay Roy in the RG Kar rape and murder case. Although a Kolkata court sentenced him to life imprisonment, they did not classify the case as..IndiaTimes - Published | |
RG Kar horror: ‘Shocked’ Didi says govt will seek death for ‘monster’ in HCBengal CM Mamata Banerjee has announced plans to appeal for the death penalty for Sanjay Roy, who received life imprisonment instead, referring to him as a 'monster.' Banerjee expressed dismay at the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'RG Kar case forcibly taken from Kolkata Police': Mamata Banerjee blames CBI for no death penalty to convict Sanjay RoyWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes the CBI for removing the rape and murder case of an on-duty doctor from Kolkata Police. A Kolkata court sentenced the convict, Sanjay Roy, to life imprisonment..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'We want capital punishment': Mamata Banerjee ahead of court's verdict on RG Kar caseWest Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee demands capital punishment for Sanjay Roy, convicted of raping and murdering a 31-year-old doctor at RG Kar Medical College. The court, basing the verdict on..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Delhi elections: AAP vs Congress gets bigger and bitter; BJP takes potshotsArvind Kejriwal accuses Congress and BJP of secretly collaborating as the battle for Delhi intensifies. While Kejriwal defends his governance, Rahul Gandhi criticizes AAP's unfulfilled promises. BJP..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Central government supports Kumbh but not Gangasagar mela: Mamata BanerjeeWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes the central government for spending on Kumbh Mela while neglecting Gangasagar Mela. She announces state government's initiative to build a bridge for easier..IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM Modi greets West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee on her 70th birthdayIndiaTimes - Published | |
BSF allowing Bangladeshi infiltration as part of Centre's 'blueprint': Mamata BanerjeeBengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused the BSF of facilitating illegal border-crossing from Bangladesh, alleging a central government agenda to undermine her administration. She plans to address this with..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Rolling out red carpet': Giriraj Singh accuses Mamata govt of turning West Bengal into 'nursery for Bangladeshi infiltrators'Union minister Giriraj Singh accused West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee of turning the state into a hub for Bangladeshi infiltrators, while Banerjee blamed the Border Security Force for facilitating the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
‘They are sending goons and murderers’: Mamata alleges BSF facilitating entry of infiltrators to destabilise West BengalWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accuses the BSF of easing infiltration through border areas like Islampur and Sitai, destabilizing the state. In response, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari claims the state..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Lies don't stick for long': Mamata in SandeshkhaliDuring her Sandeshkhali rally, Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee warned women against trusting miscreants and reiterated that they need not depend on anyone to access governmental schemes. She emphasized..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee corrects historical wrong, renames theatre after 19th century actorBengal CM Mamata Banerjee announced the renaming of Kolkata's Star Theatre to Binodini Theatre to honor actress Binodini Dasi, who was marginalized due to her origins. The current Star Theatre, built..IndiaTimes - Published | |
From Chandrababu Naidu to Mamata Banerjee: How wealthy is your chief minister?Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu is the wealthiest with assets over Rs 931 crore, while West Bengal's CM Mamata Banerjee is the least wealthy at Rs 15 lakh. The per capita net national income is..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 |
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 | Every rapist deserves nothing less than capital punishment, says Bengal CM Mamata BanerjeeIndiaTimes - 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 | 'Grateful': Didi thanks netas for backing her bid to helm INDIAWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed thanks to the INDIA bloc for their support while inspecting a Jagannath temple complex in Digha. She wished the coalition well and announced the..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Grateful': Mamata Banerjee's first reaction on INDIA bloc leaders backing her for leadership role in allianceWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday expressed gratitude to the leaders who have backed her for a leadership role in the INDIA bloc, amid growing discussions about a change in the..DNA - Published | 'Grateful to all leaders': Mamata Banerjee on support for INDIA bloc leadershipIndiaTimes - Published |
Opposition leaders back West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee as INDIA bloc head, TMC MP says alliance is...The Rajya Sabha MP also said Banerjee's ability to defeat the BJP electorally has spurred many leaders to express a desire to see her in a larger leadership role.DNA - Published | After Pawar, Lalu backs Didi to lead INDIA blocRJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav has publicly endorsed Mamata Banerjee to lead the INDIA opposition bloc, echoing similar sentiments from Sharad Pawar. Congress downplayed the matter, with Rahul Gandhi..IndiaTimes - Published |
Will it be Congress-mukt INDIA? Mamata Banerjee's leadership pitch divides opposition blocIndiaTimes - Published | 'Congress opposition will not....': RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav backs West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee to lead INDIA BlocWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee had, on December 6, expressed dissatisfaction with the functioning of the INDIA bloc, signalling her intent to take charge of the alliance if given the opportunity.DNA - Published |
Let Centre take call on Bangladesh, our view will align with it: Mamata BanerjeeWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee downplayed threats from Bangladeshi figures to occupy Indian states, attributing them to illness. She urged calm and responsible behavior amidst communal..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Will we have lollipop?': Mamata Banerjee hits out at Bangladeshi politicians over 'legitimate right' on Indian territories remarkWest Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee urged calm amidst provocative remarks from Bangladeshi politicians claiming rights over Indian territories. She emphasized unity and condemned attacks on..IndiaTimes - Published |
Mamata bid to project self as INDIA chief 'mere posturing': CongressWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's offer to lead the INDIA alliance has been met with silence from the Congress party. Congress sources suggest Banerjee's statement is viewed as political..IndiaTimes - Published | Mamata Banerjee says ready to lead INDIA bloc. Is opposition open to rejig?Following setbacks in Haryana and Maharashtra state elections, cracks have appeared in the INDIA opposition bloc. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee expressed willingness to lead the alliance, even from..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Alliance succumbed under weight of Rahul': BJP reacts to Mamata’s offer to lead INDIA blocBJP's Tarun Chugh criticizes the INDIA bloc, citing internal power struggles and the burden of Rahul Gandhi's leadership. Mamata Banerjee expresses willingness to lead the alliance if needed,..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Want her to be major partner, will soon talk to her': Shiv Sena(UBT) after Mamata offers to lead INDIA blocMamata Banerjee's willingness to lead the INDIA bloc sparked mixed reactions. While Shiv Sena (UBT) expressed support, Congress questioned her national standing. BJP highlighted the internal discord,..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 | ‘Leaderless’ Bangladesh in mafia’s grip, says Mamata BanerjeeIndiaTimes - Published |
Mamata Banerjee hails death sentence in Joynagar rape-murder case, calls it ‘unprecedented’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 |
'Help interim government restore normalcy': Mamata Banerjee calls for UN peacekeeping forces in BangladeshTrinamool Congress wants to address the situation in Bangladesh in Parliament and urges the Modi government to clarify its actions regarding the ongoing violence there. Chief minister Mamata Banerjee..IndiaTimes - Published | Mamata Banerjee calls for UN peacekeeping in Bangladesh, seeks PM Modi's interventionWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has urged the Centre to address the situation in Bangladesh by seeking UN intervention. She proposed deploying peacekeeping forces and offering shelter to persecuted..IndiaTimes - Published |
Will back Centre on Bangladesh, says Mamata BanerjeeWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee condemns any violence linked to religion and expresses her sorrow over attacks on minorities in Bangladesh. She urges the Centre to resolve the issue through dialogue..IndiaTimes - Published | 'We are with Centre on this': Mamata Banerjee on Iskcon priest's arrest in BangladeshMamata Banerjee condemned the arrest of ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das. Das was arrested in Bangladesh. India expressed concern over the treatment of minorities. ISKCON called for peaceful..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Rights of Muslims will be snatched': West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee calls Waqf bill 'anti-secular'West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the Waqf (Amendment) Bill as "anti-secular" and detrimental to Muslim rights during the West Bengal Assembly session. She condemned the lack of..IndiaTimes - Published | Hemant Soren swearing-in as Jharkhand CM: Which leaders are attending the ceremony?Hemant Soren is set to be sworn in as Jharkhand's Chief Minister for the fourth time, following a decisive victory for the JMM-led alliance in the recent Assembly elections. Prominent leaders from the..IndiaTimes - Published |
'TMC wants Parliament to run': Mamata Banerjee's party opposes INDIA bloc strategyIndiaTimes - Published | Mamata Banerjee elevates veterans in TMC, entrusts Abhishek with key national roleTMC chief Mamata Banerjee reshuffled party leadership, forming disciplinary committees and elevating veteran leaders to the working committee. Abhishek Banerjee's role expanded to address national..IndiaTimes - Published |
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 |
