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TMC names Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay as Leader of Opposition and Firhad Hakim chief whip in Bengal

TMC names Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay as Leader of Opposition and Firhad Hakim chief whip in Bengal

Trinamool Congress has announced its West Bengal Legislative Assembly team ahead of the new session. Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay has been appointed Leader of Opposition, with Asima Patra and Nayna Bandyopadhyay named Deputy Leaders. Firhad Hakim will serve as Chief Whip, as the BJP forms the government following the latest assembly elections.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
Modi and Amit Shah honor BJP activists in Kolkata after alleged TMC killings memorial

Modi and Amit Shah honor BJP activists in Kolkata after alleged TMC killings memorial

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to BJP activists allegedly killed by Trinamool Congress workers, with a memorial set up at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata. The leaders called the victims’ sacrifices a source of strength for the party. BJP’s state president alleged that more than 300 workers were killed during post-poll violence.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026

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BJP wins West Bengal historic shift as Modi recalls Syama Prasad Mookerjee and Adhikari takes oath

BJP wins West Bengal historic shift as Modi recalls Syama Prasad Mookerjee and Adhikari takes oath

Bharatiya Janata Party has formed its first government in West Bengal, ending years of Trinamool Congress rule. Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the occasion by remembering Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee. Suvendu Adhikari took oath as Chief Minister, signaling a major political realignment and a new chapter for the state’s governance.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as West Bengal CM ending Mamata TMC era after 15 years

Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as West Bengal CM ending Mamata TMC era after 15 years

Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as West Bengal’s new Chief Minister, as the BJP’s 2026 election victory ended 15 years of Trinamool Congress rule. The oath was taken at Brigade Parade Grounds, with Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul and other leaders also taking office. The party secured a commanding majority, signaling a major political realignment in the state.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
Aide murder in Chandipur mother links attack to political revenge by Trinamool leaders

Aide murder in Chandipur mother links attack to political revenge by Trinamool leaders

The mother of a slain aide, Rath, says her son was killed after “provocative and vindictive” statements by Trinamool Congress leaders during pre-election rallies. She claims the rhetoric provoked the attack that ended with Rath being shot dead in Madhyamgram, North 24 Parganas, on Wednesday night, amid intense political grief and accusations.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026
Mahua Moitra alleges leering men heckled her on IndiGo flight and shouted slogans after landing

Mahua Moitra alleges leering men heckled her on IndiGo flight and shouted slogans after landing

TMC MP Mahua Moitra has alleged harassment by a group of men on an IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Delhi. She says they acted inappropriately, leered at her, and then shouted slogans after the plane landed, calling it a direct threat to her safety. Moitra urged IndiGo and the Civil Aviation Minister to take action and criticized what she described as ‘BJP culture.’

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026

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Bomb blast injures five BJP supporters in Panihati hours after aide was shot dead

Bomb blast injures five BJP supporters in Panihati hours after aide was shot dead

Hours after BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari’s aide Chandranath Rath was shot dead, a bomb blast in Panihati injured five BJP supporters. The BJP alleged the ruling Trinamool Congress carried out retaliatory violence, while TMC denied the charge. Police have launched an investigation and are reviewing CCTV footage to trace the attackers and motive.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026
West Bengal shocks: Mamata Banerjee loses, 21 ministers defeated, BJP sweeps key seats

West Bengal shocks: Mamata Banerjee loses, 21 ministers defeated, BJP sweeps key seats

In the 2026 West Bengal assembly results, a major blow hit Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress as 21 ministers were defeated and the Chief Minister lost her own seat. Several other prominent cabinet members also conceded their constituencies, signaling a sharp voter shift. While the BJP swept key seats, some TMC ministers still managed to retain victories.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Mamata alleges EC hijacked polls and says 100 seats were stolen after Bengal loss

Mamata alleges EC hijacked polls and says 100 seats were stolen after Bengal loss

Facing a decisive Trinamool Congress rout in the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, Mamata Banerjee rejected the results, alleging the Election Commission “hijacked” the polls. She claimed around 100 seats were “stolen” from TMC and also alleged physical assault by officials at a counting centre, triggering sharp political backlash.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 5 May 2026
Mamata Banerjee refuses to resign after Bengal verdict and calls results rigged

Mamata Banerjee refuses to resign after Bengal verdict and calls results rigged

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has rejected the recent election outcome and said she will not resign. Calling the results illegitimate due to alleged rigging and manipulation, she vowed her political fight will continue. The Trinamool Congress is set to form a committee to investigate irregularities, while opposition leaders have offered support amid the row over violence and electoral process.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026

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EC begins recount at Rajarhat New Town after 323 vote lead questioned

EC begins recount at Rajarhat New Town after 323 vote lead questioned

The Election Commission has started a recount in West Bengal’s Rajarhat New Town constituency after a candidate challenged a very tight result. After the 17th round, Trinamool Congress candidate Tapash Chatterjee led BJP’s Piyush Kanodia by just 323 votes. The commission will declare the final outcome once the recount is completed.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Domestic worker Kalita Majhi stuns Bengal by beating TMC strongman by 12,000 votes

Domestic worker Kalita Majhi stuns Bengal by beating TMC strongman by 12,000 votes

Kalita Majhi, formerly a domestic worker earning around Rs 2,500 a month, has won the Ausgram seat in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. Despite high-profile campaigning, her grassroots rise helped her defeat a TMC strongman by 12,000 votes, turning her poverty-to-politics journey into one of the election’s defining surprises.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 5 May 2026
TMC suffers stunning setback as 22 of 35 ministers lose in West Bengal assembly poll

TMC suffers stunning setback as 22 of 35 ministers lose in West Bengal assembly poll

West Bengal’s 2026 assembly election results have dealt a major blow to the Trinamool Congress, with 22 of its 35 contesting ministers defeated, including Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The rout signals deep anti-incumbency sentiment, and the losses span high-profile departments like women and child development, industry, housing, power, education, transport, and backward classes.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 5 May 2026
BJP’s Dilip Ghosh wins Kharagpur Sadar as West Bengal power balance shifts fast

BJP’s Dilip Ghosh wins Kharagpur Sadar as West Bengal power balance shifts fast

BJP’s Dilip Ghosh has won the Kharagpur Sadar seat in West Bengal’s Assembly elections, delivering a major milestone for the party in the state. The BJP’s seat tally improved beyond prior performances, while Trinamool Congress finished second. The result signals a changing political landscape in West Bengal, with voters reshaping the contest beyond established lines.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026

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BJP wins Malda and Murshidabad as Muslim vote splits and Trinamool leadership backlash grows

BJP wins Malda and Murshidabad as Muslim vote splits and Trinamool leadership backlash grows

BJP’s victories in Malda and Murshidabad were driven by a divided Muslim vote and rising public dissatisfaction with Trinamool Congress leadership. Intensified campaigning by top BJP figures, including Amit Shah and PM Narendra Modi, strengthened its on-the-ground reach. Promises of good governance and financial support struck a chord with voters, helping swing the outcome.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Bengal CEO orders arrests over post poll violence as TMC protests EVM storage claims

Bengal CEO orders arrests over post poll violence as TMC protests EVM storage claims

West Bengal’s Chief Electoral Officer has ordered immediate arrests in response to alleged post-poll violence. At the same time, Trinamool Congress candidates staged a protest outside an EVM strongroom in Kolkata, alleging procedural issues in EVM storage. The CEO rejected the irregularity claims, saying EVMs are secure, and announced central forces will stay in the state ahead of May 4 counting.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
BJP storms West Bengal to majority after years of Trinamool rule Modi hails workers

BJP storms West Bengal to majority after years of Trinamool rule Modi hails workers

West Bengal Assembly Elections delivered a landmark breakthrough as the BJP surged to a majority, ending years of Trinamool Congress dominance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi credited voters and dedicated karyakartas for the outcome, calling it a decisive political transformation for the state. The result signals a major reset in West Bengal’s electoral landscape.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
BJP 2026 khela signals a political reset in Bengal after TMC dominance breaks

BJP 2026 khela signals a political reset in Bengal after TMC dominance breaks

West Bengal is on the cusp of a major political reset as BJP’s rise points to a decisive mandate, ending TMC’s long run and eclipsing the earlier “Poriborton” wave that ended Left rule. The shift appears powered by women voters and the Matua community’s support, marking a dramatic reordering of Bengal’s electoral map heading into 2026.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026

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BJP wins West Bengal 2026 as Didi’s dominance crumbles brick by brick

BJP wins West Bengal 2026 as Didi’s dominance crumbles brick by brick

West Bengal election trends from the Election Commission suggest BJP is on track to form the government, potentially ending Trinamool Congress’s 15-year hold on power. The shift is being credited to a welfare-led campaign paired with strong local organisation, letting BJP translate ground momentum into expanding leads—if the trends hold through final results.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
Ratna Debnath mother of RG Kar victim leads in Panihati by 5067 votes

Ratna Debnath mother of RG Kar victim leads in Panihati by 5067 votes

Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar rape-murder victim and a BJP candidate, is leading in the Panihati assembly constituency by 5067 votes, according to Election Commission data. Her opponent from the Trinamool Congress trails as vote counting continues. The campaign comes months after her daughter, a doctor, was killed in the August 2024 incident at RG Medical College and Hospital.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
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