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Mamata Banerjee urged the Election Commission to stop granting extensions to the Ritabrata Banerjee faction, alleging that the poll body's 'stoic silence' provided the rebel group with additional leeway in the dispute over the 'real' Trinamool Congress party.
A rebel faction of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) is scheduled to meet the full bench of the Election Commission of India (ECI) amidst an escalating dispute over the party’s leadership, organization, and election symbol.
A rebel faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee has announced the removal of Mamata Banerjee from her position as Trinamool Congress chief. The group plans to inform the Election Commission that they are the 'real party'.
The High Court has refused to stay the appointment of rebel TMC MP Ritabrata Banerjee as the Leader of Opposition, marking a fresh setback for Mamata Banerjee.
Ritabrata Banerjee, a Bengal MLA, described his actions as a 'revolt against the boss culture' and a 'despotic mindset' in an interview with NDTV.
Dissent is reportedly growing within the rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) legislative bloc, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, following a recent proposal and concerns over the influence of Mamata Banerjee.
The article introduces Ritabrata Banerjee as the prominent figure leading a rebellion against Mamata Banerjee, providing context on his role in the political landscape.
The article details the political journey of Ritabrata Banerjee, from being a young leader in the CPM to an expelled MLA from Trinamool.
Rebel Trinamool Congress MLA Ritabrata Banerjee plans to appeal to the Supreme Court regarding frozen party bank accounts, despite the Calcutta High Court allowing limited operations for routine expenses. Banerjee alleges money laundering in aircraft purchases.
A rebel faction of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), led by Ritabrata Banerjee, plans to meet with the Election Commission of India in Delhi to stake claim to the party symbol, bank accounts, and official recognition.
The Calcutta High Court has refused to stay the appointment of Ritabrata Banerjee as the Leader of Opposition in Bengal, citing a dispute in the House and a lower court order.
The High Court has declined to halt the appointment of rebel TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee as Leader of Opposition, marking a fresh setback for Mamata Banerjee.
The High Court has refused to grant a stay on Ritabrata Banerjee's position as the Bengal Opposition Leader, amidst claims of increased support for the new bloc he leads.
An internal dispute within the Trinamool Congress intensifies as 58 of 80 MLAs rally behind expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee, threatening to split the party, while a pushback against him is also being planned.
Ritabrata Banerjee, a former Left leader, has been accused of orchestrating a significant political shift in Bengal, drawing criticism from the CPM chief. An expelled Trinamool MLA also commented on the changing ideological landscape within the party.
Ritabrata Banerjee and Sandipan Saha were expelled by the Trinamool Congress over alleged anti-party activities, amidst reports that 50 Trinamool MLAs are ready to rebel.
Ritabrata Banerjee, a former CPI(M) member and student leader who previously served as a Rajya Sabha MP, has been selected by Trinamool as its candidate for the Uluberia East seat.
A significant political dispute is unfolding within India's Trinamool Congress, as rival factions led by Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee prepare to present their claims for control of the party's name and symbol to the Election Commission.
The Trinamool Congress is experiencing a deepening internal rift, with factions led by Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee both staking claim to control of the party. The Election Commission will now decide which faction represents the legitimate Trinamool Congress.
The Calcutta High Court has rejected the Trinamool Congress's interim order plea challenging the West Bengal assembly speaker's decision to recognize Ritabrata Banerjee as the Leader of the Opposition.
The Calcutta High Court has questioned the appointment of Ritabrata Banerjee as Leader of Opposition and reserved its order, also scrutinizing arguments that his expulsion was an internal party matter.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has moved the Calcutta High Court to challenge the appointment of Ritabrata Banerjee as the Leader of the Opposition.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal is grappling with a significant internal revolt, as a large number of its MLAs are reportedly disassociating from party leadership. Concurrently, the party plans to challenge Ritabrata Banerjee's appointment as the Bengal Leader of Opposition in the High Court.
Expelled Trinamool Congress leader Ritabrata Banerjee has been chosen as the Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, with a rebel faction of 59 TMC legislators claiming the status of the main opposition party. This move represents a significant blow to Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has expelled two Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), Ritabrata Bandyopadhyay and Sandipan Saha, for alleged anti-party activities. This decision comes after 61 out of 80 MLAs reportedly skipped a party meeting, fueling speculation about a new Trinamool Congress without Mamata Banerjee.