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TMC Suspended Riju Dutta Apologises to IPS Ajay Pal Sharma After Video Threat U Turn

TMC Suspended Riju Dutta Apologises to IPS Ajay Pal Sharma After Video Threat U Turn

Suspended TMC spokesman Riju Dutta has issued an unconditional apology on X to Uttar Pradesh IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma, weeks after threatening him in a viral video linked to South 24 Parganas polling. Dutta claimed the original remarks followed party instructions and were made in an official capacity, but said BJP leaders from Uttar Pradesh and his legal counsel advised him to apologise, hoping the issue ends permanently. The apology follows TMC’s major 2026 Bengal election defeat and his suspension for breach of discipline.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
TMC flags voter deletions in West Bengal, says margins in 31 seats were wiped out

TMC flags voter deletions in West Bengal, says margins in 31 seats were wiped out

The TMC has told the Supreme Court that voter deletions affected West Bengal assembly election results, arguing that BJP’s winning margins in 31 seats were smaller than the number of removed voters. It cited Jangipara, alleging over 5,000 deletions beyond the victory margin. The court said election-result challenges require a separate application and asked for quick decisions on appeals.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026

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Congress alleges TMC missteps derailed INDIA alliance coordination in Bengal ahead of polls

Congress alleges TMC missteps derailed INDIA alliance coordination in Bengal ahead of polls

Congress Maharashtra MLA Amin Patel claimed TMC’s “mistakes” blocked proper alliance alignment in West Bengal. He said Congress is a national party and alleged Mamata Banerjee failed to coordinate with INDIA bloc leadership before the state elections. The remarks add to the INDIA bloc’s internal friction as parties try to settle blame for seat-sharing and campaign strategy.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
TMC’s Post Defeat Revolt Grows As Ex Ministers Question Party Leadership

TMC’s Post Defeat Revolt Grows As Ex Ministers Question Party Leadership

After TMC’s devastating loss in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, cracks are widening inside the party. Former ministers and senior leaders have begun publicly challenging the leadership, alleging organisational arrogance, high-handed decision making, controversies around candidate ticket distribution, and a widening gap between top leadership and grassroots workers. The BJP’s landslide has intensified internal blame and factional tensions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 8 May 2026
BJP brands Sanjay Raut joker of Indian politics after Trump Bengal post sparks row

BJP brands Sanjay Raut joker of Indian politics after Trump Bengal post sparks row

BJP has hit back at Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, calling him the “joker of Indian politics” after he questioned reports that US President Donald Trump congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi over West Bengal election results. A BJP spokesperson alleged opposition parties are spreading misleading narratives about India’s electoral processes, escalating a diplomatic and political dispute.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026
Akhilesh Yadav tells Mamata Didi you have not lost after West Bengal election rout

Akhilesh Yadav tells Mamata Didi you have not lost after West Bengal election rout

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav met West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee at her Kolkata residence in a closed-door meeting attended by Abhishek Banerjee. While BJP’s state win dominated headlines, the interaction stayed upbeat, with Yadav telling Mamata, “Didi, you have not lost.” Earlier, he alleged the BJP undermined democracy, coerced voters and used excessive central forces during polling.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 7 May 2026

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Manoj Tiwary quits TMC alleging 5 crore ticket scam and sidelining after he refused payment demand

Manoj Tiwary quits TMC alleging 5 crore ticket scam and sidelining after he refused payment demand

Former India cricketer and ex-West Bengal Sports Minister Manoj Tiwary says he has quit the TMC, accusing the Mamata Banerjee government of corruption and internal sabotage. After TMC’s defeat, he alleged he was sidelined from his sports ministry role, with Aroop Biswas reportedly blocking his work. Tiwary claims he was asked for Rs 5 crore and refused, sparking the backlash.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 7 May 2026
Akhilesh Yadav urges Supreme Court probe into West Bengal vote counting videos

Akhilesh Yadav urges Supreme Court probe into West Bengal vote counting videos

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has urged the Supreme Court to step in on West Bengal Assembly polls, demanding that video recordings of vote counting be made public. Citing alleged irregularities from past elections, he warned that similar tactics could surface in Uttar Pradesh before its upcoming polls, and said he plans to visit West Bengal.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 6 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
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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Kolkata stocks soar up to 9 percent as BJP leads in West Bengal stokes buying frenzy

Kolkata stocks soar up to 9 percent as BJP leads in West Bengal stokes buying frenzy

Early election trends in West Bengal showing a strong lead for the BJP sparked a sharp surge in Kolkata-linked stocks. Baazar Style Retail, Senco Gold and CESC jumped as investors bet on higher consumption and improved economic activity. But market watchers caution the impact may be short-lived if political momentum doesn’t translate into lasting results.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
BJP Surges in West Bengal as Bengali Founder’s Legacy Questions TMC Hold

BJP Surges in West Bengal as Bengali Founder’s Legacy Questions TMC Hold

Early trends in West Bengal elections suggest the BJP is surging ahead of the TMC, hinting at a potential political shake-up in a state that has largely resisted the party. The twist: the BJP’s ideological lineage traces back to Bengali founder Shyama Prasad Mookerjee, making the race feel oddly personal. Can that legacy finally translate into votes?

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
Tamluk Assembly Results 2026 LIVE Counting Starts 8 AM Who’s Leading For TMC BJP

Tamluk Assembly Results 2026 LIVE Counting Starts 8 AM Who’s Leading For TMC BJP

Tamluk Assembly election results 2026 begin counting at 8 AM, setting the stage for a high-stakes contest in West Bengal. TMC has fielded Dipendra Narayan Roy, BJP’s candidate is Hare Krishna Bera, while Left-backed CPI candidate Nabendu Ghara adds another twist. Early trends are expected to reveal who holds the real edge as votes are tallied.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 4 May 2026
Arambagh Election Results 2026 Live Counting Starts 8 AM Key Candidates in Focus

Arambagh Election Results 2026 Live Counting Starts 8 AM Key Candidates in Focus

Counting for the Arambagh West Bengal Assembly Election 2026 begins at 8 AM. BJP candidate Hemanta Bag takes on TMC’s Mita Bag in Arambagh, while Hooghly sees CPI(M) field Bithika Pandit. With key candidates now set, live updates are expected to show who holds the constituency as results take shape.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 4 May 2026

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Chaos in Asansol strongroom as switched off mobile phone found near vote counting documents

Chaos in Asansol strongroom as switched off mobile phone found near vote counting documents

A day before vote counting for West Bengal Assembly elections, a commotion erupted in Asansol when a switched off mobile phone was found inside an envelope near the strongroom. Reports say the envelope also contained documents, triggering heightened security scrutiny and raising questions about how it reached the area amid tight election procedures.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 3 May 2026
BJP Workers Block TMC Vehicle in Bhabanipur Alleging Suspicious Cargo Amid Voting Machine Fears

BJP Workers Block TMC Vehicle in Bhabanipur Alleging Suspicious Cargo Amid Voting Machine Fears

Tensions rose in Kolkata’s Bhabanipur assembly as BJP workers blocked a Trinamool Congress vehicle, alleging it carried suspicious items. The incident comes as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the Bhabanipur strong room late Thursday night, warning her party would prevent any attempt to tamper with electronic voting machines. The standoff underscores heightened election security concerns.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 1 May 2026
TMC launches sit in at Kolkata EVM strongroom alleging reopening without notice before counting centre

TMC launches sit in at Kolkata EVM strongroom alleging reopening without notice before counting centre

Trinamool Congress leaders held a sit-in at a counting centre in Kolkata, claiming an EVM strongroom was reopened after the second phase of polling without proper notice. Party candidates Kunal Ghosh and Shashi Panja alleged workers were asked to leave and were not informed, raising transparency concerns as scrutiny grows around election process controls.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 30 Apr 2026
After Bihar AIMIM eyes West Bengal 2026 as voting math turns against smaller parties

After Bihar AIMIM eyes West Bengal 2026 as voting math turns against smaller parties

AIMIM is gearing up for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly polls following a strong showing in Bihar. But its path is complicated by electoral roll revisions and fears that minority votes may consolidate behind the TMC. The party plans to field candidates in select seats, even as debates over roll deletions and the UCC reshape voter sentiment and turnout choices.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026

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West Bengal Phase 2 Polls Turn Tense in Bhangar as ISF Alleges Voter Intimidation and Agent Threats

West Bengal Phase 2 Polls Turn Tense in Bhangar as ISF Alleges Voter Intimidation and Agent Threats

Tension erupted during West Bengal Assembly elections Phase 2 in Bhangar and parts of South 24 Parganas, with ISF accusing TMC workers of intimidating polling agents and voters. Reports of vote rigging and agents being driven out surfaced from Bhangar and Canning Purba. Central forces and NIA teams were deployed, while the TMC denied the allegations.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
Bhabanipur 2026 Mamata Banerjee’s stronghold shows why BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari can’t easily break through

Bhabanipur 2026 Mamata Banerjee’s stronghold shows why BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari can’t easily break through

Bhabanipur remains Mamata Banerjee’s political anchor as West Bengal gears up for Election 2026, with BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari mounting a serious challenge. The constituency’s past is packed with close contests, and recent Lok Sabha outcomes suggest a tighter fight than usual. Ward-level influence and how voters view leadership could decide it.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
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