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Indian TMC MP Mahua Moitra has filed a privilege notice after alleging that she was asked to leave her official accommodation at Nadia Circuit House late at night, intensifying her dispute with Bengal officials.
Politician Mahua Moitra has alleged a late-night attempt to evict her from a Circuit House, questioning the 'audacity' of the action.
The Supreme Court, through a bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu, stated it was not inclined to interfere with the high court's directive for Krishnanagar MP Mahua Moitra to join an investigation, questioning the 'fear of eggs in politics' in her case.
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra advised Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg not to succumb to government pressure after Facebook briefly removed a reel featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Indian politician Madan Mitra denied any connection between his move to a 'rebel camp' within the assembly and the Enforcement Directorate summons issued to his family, stating he had only changed his room.
Opposition leaders, including Akhilesh Yadav and Mahua Moitra, have accused the BJP of corruption and exploiting religious sentiments following reports of alleged land theft related to the Ram Temple construction.
Indian politician Mahua Moitra reportedly faced protests and had eggs hurled at her by BJP workers during a visit to the Nadia district in West Bengal. Akhilesh Yadav condemned the alleged attack, accusing BJP of fostering political violence.
Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra shared a video alleging an egg attack on a TMC office during a meeting in West Bengal, criticizing the police for their inaction.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has identified a pattern of weak supervision and CCTV deficiencies in the handling of funds for the Ram Mandir. Police suspect that the alleged embezzlement of donations may not be an isolated incident.
Mahua Moitra's recent comments, acknowledging past support from Suvendu Adhikari despite their current political differences, have generated significant discussion and speculation in West Bengal's political circles.
A Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP met with a Union minister from the BJP, fueling speculation about a potential defection amid an ongoing crisis within the TMC party. This meeting has drawn criticism from other TMC members.
Mahua Moitra has publicly defended Abhishek Banerjee against accusations of nepotism, stating that while he received his first ticket due to Mamata, he has since proven his worth. She also challenged claims by TMC rebels regarding a letter, asserting it would be released if it truly existed.
Justice Katju has announced the formation of his new 'Ishq Karo Party' aimed at combating poverty and unemployment in India, even inviting Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra to join.
Indian Member of Parliament Mahua Moitra of the TMC party has filed a complaint alleging harassment after facing "TMC chor" (TMC thief) chants and slogans from co-passengers on an IndiGo flight. She described the incident as a form of political intimidation.
India's BJP party has requested the Election Commission to take action against Mahua Moitra for alleged "open intimidation" of an Odisha police officer serving as a poll observer in Bengal.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra criticized AAP's Raghav Chadha after his departure from the party, while Chadha himself launched an attack on AAP, stating he left out of disgust.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra and her party have strongly criticized Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath for mistakenly attributing a famous quote by Subhas Chandra Bose to Swami Vivekananda, calling him a "joke" and highlighting the gaffe as evidence of BJP's "shocking ignorance."
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate deployment of 100,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion kits across Nigeria within three weeks to lower fuel costs and cushion the impact of the Middle East war on commuters.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra has approached the Delhi High Court seeking custody of her pet Rottweiler, Henry. The plea challenges a lower court's order that denied her monthly 10-day custody. The dispute with her ex-partner, Jai Anant Dehadrai, over the dog has escalated into public and legal confrontations.
Shashi Tharoor has voiced support for TMC MP Mahua Moitra following a late-night eviction attempt, urging the government to provide her with security instead of demanding she vacate her official accommodation.
The Supreme Court denied Mahua Moitra's appeal for a virtual appearance, referencing the sacrifices of freedom fighters in response to her concerns over potential mob violence and egg-throwing.
The Supreme Court of India questioned Mahua Moitra, stating, 'Why fear eggs? Freedom fighters took bullets,' in a recent exchange.
IIT Roorkee has defended its advisory, described as a 'gag order,' stating it is routinely issued according to conduct rules, amidst criticism and protests, including from TMC MP Mahua Moitra.
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike, protesting for environmental protection and constitutional safeguards for Ladakh, has entered its 17th day, with his health deteriorating. Public figures and politicians are urging him to end his fast, expressing concern for his life.
Mahua Moitra has joined a CJP protest, criticizing Dharmendra Pradhan with a jibe about not celebrating birthdays with 'children's blood.' Her comments highlight a contentious political demonstration.
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra alleged a mob attack by BJP workers at a party office in West Bengal's Nadia district, identifying 16 individuals and claiming police remained silent spectators for four hours as protesters hurled eggs and mud.
TMC Leader Mahua Moitra was reportedly attacked with eggs, with BJP workers being blamed for the assault. The incident has drawn attention to political tensions.
A political dispute has emerged in West Bengal after eggs were reportedly dropped from mid-day meals, with TMC accusing BJP of imposing a vegetarian cultural template amidst ISKCON's vegetarian-only menu.
Twenty rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs announced their merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party and met with the Lok Sabha speaker to demand recognition as a separate bloc. However, the official TMC leadership, led by Abhishek Banerjee, wrote to the speaker opposing this recognition.
Mahua Moitra challenged 19 rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs, including Yusuf Pathan and Saayoni Ghosh, to resign from the party and recontest on a BJP ticket. This challenge comes amidst reports of these MPs seeking to split Mamata Banerjee's party.
Amid an internal crisis within the Trinamool Congress (TMC), Mahua Moitra described the party exodus as a "cleansing" and affirmed her loyalty to Mamata Banerjee. This comes as some observers question Mamata Banerjee's hold on the party and its Muslim vote base.
Mahua Moitra was seen with Mamata Banerjee amidst an 'implosion' within the Trinamool Congress, where she criticized 'traitors with yellow-stained pants' and targeted Pathan with a jibe, asserting that the 2024 mandate was for TMC, not NDA.
Bulldozers razed a TMC office in Kolkata, with Mahua Moitra sharing a clip on X and mocking the incident with a "parivartan" jibe.
Ahead of the second phase of elections in West Bengal, the Election Commission has updated the voter list, restoring 1,468 names while deleting six others. This adjustment comes as political parties prepare for the upcoming polls.
Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra questioned the presence of two BJP leaders, a professor and a former MLA, in Bengal on the day of voting, stating 'We're Watching'.
MP Mahua Moitra ignited a political controversy by questioning the role of Gujaratis in the War for Independence compared to Bengalis, in response to the BJP's 'chargesheet' against the Mamata Banerjee government.
India's Supreme Court has raised doubts about a Delhi High Court order in the cash-for-query case and has issued a notice to politician Mahua Moitra regarding the matter.
Mahua Moitra also shared a Vaishnaw's deleted X post in which he had purportedly praised the Galgotias University's robodog, which triggered a massive backlash online over its Chinese origins. In the post, as was posted by the TMC leader, Vaishnaw had said: "Bharat's sovereign models are performing well on global benchmarks."
TMC MP Mahua Moitra has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, seeking intervention after she was allegedly asked to vacate a circuit house in Bengal late at night.
The Supreme Court has refused Mahua Moitra's plea to join police interrogation through video-conferencing in a case concerning her allegedly provocative Facebook posts, stating 'Freedom fighters took bullets, you fear eggs?'
The Supreme Court declined to entertain Mahua Moitra's petition, drawing a comparison to freedom fighters who faced bullets, implying that current fears of minor incidents like eggs are disproportionate.
The 'Chalo Sansad' march organized by the CJP to India's Parliament resulted in clashes with authorities, including a lathi charge and internet shutdowns in Delhi. The protest, which saw participation from prominent figures, led to the Lok Sabha being adjourned 7 times and the Rajya Sabha six, amid the din on the opening day of the monsoon session.
Mahua Moitra reacted to the shooting death of an accused in a rape-murder case in Baruipur, stating "Bengal becoming UP 2.0".
A Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader has written to Speaker Om Birla, flagging concerns about the safety of Members of Parliament after a mob attacked Mahua Moitra in Nadia.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra was targeted with eggs and allegedly held hostage for four hours by BJP supporters in Nadia, with questions raised about police presence. Separately, Rajya Sabha MP Dola Sen faced black-flag protests in Durgapur, drawing sharp criticism.
Indian politician Mahua Moitra has alleged that 'BJP goons' threw eggs outside her office, sharing a video of the incident.
TMC's Mahua Moitra has responded to 'buzz' claims after she praised turncoat Suvendu Adhikari in an interview, where she spoke about the rebellion within the TMC and expressed respect for Adhikari's clear departure from the party.
Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra plans to file an FIR against BJP workers for allegedly planning to hurl eggs and tomatoes at her. She described the planned protest as 'physical intimidation' amidst a rise in similar actions against Trinamool functionaries.
Indian politician Mahua Moitra expressed her disappointment and upset over political defections, particularly when individuals like Saayoni Ghosh change allegiances.
Lok Sabha MP Mahua Moitra stated her respect for Suvendu and insisted that the exit of some TMC leaders was a positive purification for the party, dismissing rumors of the party's demise as BJP's wishful thinking.
TMC's Mahua Moitra and Kirti Azad have joined the 'Cockroach Janta Party,' an unofficial satirical online political front created in response to remarks made by Chief Justice Surya Kant, which currently boasts 40,000 members.
The BJP achieved a historic victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections, marking a significant political shift in the state. However, incumbent Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee refused to resign, alleging electoral fraud and claiming her party did not lose.
Indian politician Mahua Moitra shared a dance video of a Uttar Pradesh police officer, described as an "encounter specialist," who was posted as an observer in Bengal.
Akhilesh Yadav has joined Mahua Moitra's 'Bulldozer Buddhi' criticism against Yogi Adityanath, remarking that 'only those who change names have had their own names changed.'
Mahua Moitra criticised BJP workers for vandalising and attacking Bengal Minister Shashi Panja’s house, adding that no political party has ever vandalised the house of a Cabinet Minster in the State
In the 'Battle for Henry', Dehadrai has moved the Delhi High Court to block Mahua Moitra’s attempt to gain 'shared custody' of their pet Rottweiler.