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Lok Sabha Demands Inquiry After Union Minister’s Alleged Attack by TMC Supporters in West Bengal

Diamond Harbour, India — The Lok Sabha is actively investigating a disturbing incident involving Union Minister of State for Education, Sukanta Majumdar, who alleges he was attacked by a mob linked to the Trinamool Congress (TMC) during a recent visit. This confrontation occurred on June 19 as Majumdar met with victims of political violence and assessed the security situation in the region. Following the attack, Majumdar submitted a breach of privilege notice under parliamentary rules, …

VHP Condemns Attacks on Hindus in Bengal, Draws Parallels to Kashmir Situation

Kolkata, India – In recent developments, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), a prominent Hindu nationalist organization, has raised concerns over what it describes as targeted attacks on Hindu communities in West Bengal, likening the situation to the historical ethnic strife in Kashmir. The organization’s allegations come amid escalating communal tensions in the region, spotlighting the delicate socio-political fabric of the area. According to VHP officials, these incidents in West Bengal mirror the violence experienced by …

West Bengal Students Rally in Naihati Over Escalating Campus Violence

Naihati, India — In the bustling town of Naihati, West Bengal, a protest erupted as local students and community members voiced their fury over a recent violent incident at a nearby educational institution. Dozens of students were involved in a determined demonstration, demanding action and emphasizing the safety issues that have increasingly become a concern in educational environments. The unrest began following reports of a severe assault on a student, which left the local community …

West Bengal Chief Minister Criticizes Central Government Following Deadly Howrah-Mumbai Train Derailment

Kolkata, India — In a recent outcry, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took to social media to condemn the Indian central government following a fatal train derailment in Jharkhand, questioning the relentless occurrence of such accidents under the current administration. Banerjee’s criticisms come in the wake of a tragedy that unfolded on Tuesday when the Howrah-Mumbai Mail derailed, resulting in multiple fatalities and numerous injuries. The pre-dawn accident occurred around 3:45 AM near Barabamboo, …

National Investigating Agency Challenges FIRs by Bengal Police in Bhupatinagar Case

Kolkata, India – The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken action against the FIRs filed by the Bengal Police in the Bhupatinagar incident, escalating tensions between the two agencies. The NIA has moved to challenge the First Information Reports (FIRs) lodged by the Bengal Police regarding the Bhupatinagar incident. The dispute arose when the Bengal Police filed FIRs against several individuals, prompting the NIA to take legal action against these filings in the Kolkata High …

BJP Candidate Accused of Violently Attacking Trinamul Congress MP in West Bengal Incident

Thakurnagar, West Bengal – The recent clash between Trinamul Congress Rajya Sabha MP Mamatabala Thakur and BJP Bongaon MP candidate Shantanu Thakur has sparked unrest in the Thakurnagar area. The incident, occurring just before the Lok Sabha elections, has escalated tensions in North 24-Pargana’s Gaighata with a significant police presence being deployed to the scene. Social media has been abuzz with reactions from both parties, with TMC Rajya Sabha MP Jahar Sarkar posting a video …

NIA Condemns ‘Completely Unprovoked’ Attack in West Bengal Village

New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) faced backlash after being accused of assaulting residents in West Bengal’s Bhupatinagar while conducting searches related to a blast case that occurred in December 2022. The NIA strongly denied the allegations, stating that its team was violently attacked by an unruly mob during the operation in Naruabila village. The agency emphasized that the attack was unprovoked and aimed at obstructing the lawful duties of the NIA team. The …

Sharp Exchange Between Prime Minister Modi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Over Corruption Allegations and NIA Investigations

Kolkata, India – Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee engaged in a heated exchange on Sunday, with Modi accusing Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress (TMC) party of shielding corrupt leaders. The Prime Minister alleged that the TMC was obstructing Central agencies and hindering their investigative efforts to protect corrupt officials. The altercation stemmed from an incident where a National Investigation Agency (NIA) team was violently attacked by a mob in Naruabila village …

Political Battle Escalates in Bengal After NIA Team Attacked Ahead of Elections

Kolkata, India – Violence erupted in West Bengal as a mob attacked an NIA team in East Midnapore, leading to one official being injured and an official vehicle being damaged. The NIA swiftly filed a complaint with the local police station after the incident, which has sparked a fierce political battle in the region just ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India criticized the TMC government in West Bengal, …

NIA accuses Bengal assailants of hindering agency duties in attack

Kolkata, India – The National Investigation Agency (NIA) reported an attack on its team in West Bengal as an attempt to impede the agency’s duties. The incident occurred while the NIA was conducting its investigations in the area. The attack was seen as a direct challenge to the authority of the agency and an obstruction of justice. The NIA team was met with hostility and aggression during their operation in West Bengal, facing resistance from …