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Opposition parties back Mamata Banerjee; her decision not to quit a protest against Centre & EC, says Sanjay Raut
Sanjay Raut and NCP (SP) back Mamata Banerjee's decision not to resign as West Bengal Chief Minister. They allege democratic processes were subverted and central agencies misused to influence the assembly poll outcome. Raut calls for unity against the Centre'…
'Democracy in Bengal being held at gunpoint': Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan slams Mamata Banerjee for refusing to resign after defeat
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan criticizes West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. She refused to resign after her party's election defeat. Pradhan stated this rejects the people's mandate. He accused her of treating power as an entitlement. He believes…
Won’t resign, poll results not people’s mandate but conspiracy, says Mamata
Mamata Banerjee denies resignation, claiming poll results are a conspiracy, and vows to strengthen the opposition INDIA bloc.
Mamata Banerjee says she won’t resign: What happens next, what the law says on forming a new govt after elections?
West Bengal faces a political standoff after the 2026 election results. Mamata Banerjee stated she will not resign despite her party's defeat and BJP securing a clear majority. The constitution mandates that a Chief Minister must have the confidence of the le…
'I won’t resign, we haven’t lost': Mamata Banerjee rejects Bengal verdict
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee stated she will not resign following the recent election results. She declared the outcome illegitimate, citing widespread rigging and manipulation. Banerjee asserted her political fight will continue despite the set…
'We fought villains, not BJP': Mamata Banerjee cries foul after West Bengal rout, alleges 'murder of democracy'
Mamata Banerjee rejected the West Bengal election results. She alleged widespread rigging, voter manipulation, and violence. Banerjee claimed the Election Commission colluded with the BJP. She stated that 100 seats were stolen. The Trinamool Congress suffered…
Mamata Banerjee and the price of staying in the game
In West Bengal, the electoral math has shifted, but the deeper question remains: Why is a woman’s grip on power still framed as an act of defiance rather than a right of leadership?
Mamatata: Routed Mamata Banerjee fumes at SIRprise in West Bengal
Mamata Banerjee's 15-year reign in Bengal has concluded dramatically with a surprising electoral defeat, shattering her hopes for a historic fourth term and undermining a critical pillar of the INDIA alliance. Her relentless drive and progressive welfare init…
Mamatata: Routed Mamata Banerjee fumes at SIRprise in West Bengal
Mamata Banerjee's 15-year reign in Bengal has concluded dramatically with a surprising electoral defeat, shattering her hopes for a historic fourth term and undermining a critical pillar of the INDIA alliance. Her relentless drive and progressive welfare init…
West Bengal verdict: Why Mamata tasted defeat when she put fish on plate?
India News: KOLKATA: Trinamool stoked the fear of Bengal’s identity facing a threat from BJP but found its own identity getting erased. When Mamata Banerjee made .
Twin blow: Mamata Banerjee faces big electoral setback, loses bastion Bhabanipur after TMC's crushing defeat
In a dramatic turn in West Bengal's Bhabanipur by-election, BJP's Suvendu Adhikari has taken a slender lead over Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee after 16 rounds of counting. The race is incredibly tight, with Adhikari ahead by a mere 563 votes, showcasing a fi…
Mamata, Stalin defeat big setback to INDIA bloc; Kerala silver lining for Congress
The INDIA bloc faces significant challenges after key regional leaders Mamata Banerjee and MK Stalin lost their home states. The Congress secured a win in Kerala, offering a sole positive outcome. These results highlight deep divisions within the opposition a…
Why BJP’s 2026 ‘khela’ is bigger than Mamata Banerjee’s 'Poriborton' that ended over 30 years of Left in Bengal
West Bengal witnesses a seismic political shift as the BJP secures a historic victory, ending the Trinamool Congress's long reign. Election trends indicate a decisive mandate for the BJP, signaling a significant 'political reset' in the state. This outcome ma…
From Bengal, there are questions for the TMC and Mamata Banerjee – and the Modi-Shah BJP
With victory in Bengal, the NDA is now in power across east, west, and much of north India. Beyond the electoral politics of the moment, the 2026 West Bengal election also marks a deeper inflection point for the ruling party and the Opposition
West Bengal: BJP workers gather all across the state in large numbers to celebrate party's lead
BJP workers celebrated across West Bengal as early election trends indicated a significant shift. Celebrations erupted in Kolkata and across the state, with supporters raising slogans. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee released a video message urging party worke…
West Bengal election results 2026: Mamata Banerjee seeks appointment with Governor at 4:30 PM as BJP surges past majority mark
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has requested a meeting with Governor R.N. Ravi. This comes as vote counting shows the Bharatiya Janata Party leading significantly. The BJP appears set for a historic victory in the state. Prime Minister Narendra Mo…
Down but not out! BJP set to paint another state in saffron as Bengal’s ‘Didi’ shown the door
West Bengal’s 2026 election is beginning to look like a political map being redrawn, with old equations giving way to new alignments. The BJP’s current edge hints at a shift, but Bengal rarely moves in straight lines. Mamata Banerjee’s career reflects that pa…
How the three Ms and paramilitary forces may have played a major role in West Bengal outcome 2026
In the 2026 assembly elections of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, known for her long, strong hold over the state, faced unexpected hurdles. The voting trends among Muslim constituents revealed a complex interplay of division and unity. Meanwhile, female voters …
How the three Ms and paramilitary forces may have played a major role in West Bengal outcome 2026
In the 2026 assembly elections of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, known for her long, strong hold over the state, faced unexpected hurdles. The voting trends among Muslim constituents revealed a complex interplay of division and unity. Meanwhile, female voters …
Assembly Elections 2026: Mamata rejected, Vijay embraced, Kerala's change, Himanta nears record; here is how elections are redrawing the political map
India Assembly Election Trends 2026: Indian Assembly election trends reveal a dynamic political landscape. In West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee faces challenges while Suvendu Adhikari rises. Tamil Nadu sees M.K. Stalin confronting anti-incumbency and actor Vijay …
Why Mamata Banerjee will win West Bengal: Swaminathan Aiyar
Exit polls predict a BJP victory in West Bengal, but this analysis suggests otherwise. Mamata Banerjee is expected to return as Chief Minister. Factors like demography and language are seen as crucial. The author argues that exit polls in India are often inac…
Bhowanipore battle: Mamata vs Adhikari rematch turns into high-stakes Bengal test
Battleground Bengal's key contest is in Bhowanipore. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee faces former aide Suvendu Adhikari. This rematch carries significant political weight. Trinamool aims to retain its stronghold. BJP seeks to breach this citadel. The constitue…
Morning Brief Podcast: Polls On My Pod: Fish, Faith & the SIR Fear: Can Mamata Hold Bengal?
West Bengal's 2026 elections should be a contest of ideas but on the ground, something far darker is unfolding. What emerges from ground reporting is not voters debating whom to choose, but fearing whether they'll be allowed to vote at all. Booth capturing, v…