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  EC has become a 'Tughlaqi Commission' run by a political party, alleges Mamata Banerjee

  February 17, 2026 23:57 IST

  Ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Election Commission of acting under political influence and allowing AI-driven voter deletion. She claims 58 lakh names were removed from the rolls and warns of a threat to democracy.

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  Bengal govt announces 'Yuvasathi' unemployment allowance scheme from April 1: All you need to know

  February 10, 2026 23:45 IST

  Mamata Banerjee, however, added that those who are already receiving benefits under other state government welfare schemes, apart from the scholarships, would not be eligible for the 'Yuvasathi' scheme.

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  'Legally untenable': Plea in SC questions Mamata Banerjee's personal appearance in SIR matter

  India | February 08, 2026 23:01 IST

  Mamata Banerjee, on February 4, became the first serving chief minister to argue in the top court. She had urged the court to intervene in the ongoing SIR of electoral rolls to "save democracy", alleging that West Bengal was being targeted and its people were being bulldozed.

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  West Bengal Budget: Govt announces 4% DA hike, increase in Lakshmir Bhandar scheme by Rs 500

  Business | February 05, 2026 16:47 IST

  The dearness allowance for state government employees has been increased by 4 per cent, and the monthly allowance of ASHA and Anganwadi workers has been hiked by Rs 1,000.

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  Speed News: Mamata in SC: Bengal's SIR used for voter deletion, justice sidelined

  Originals | February 04, 2026 23:14 IST

  Mamata in SC: Bengal's SIR used for voter deletion, justice sidelined. BJP Sikh leaders slam Rahul Gandhi over 'traitor' comment. CCI probes IndiGo over December 2025 flight cancellations. Yumnam Khemchand Singh sworn in as Manipur CM.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, February 4, 2026

  India | February 04, 2026 20:44 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi was set to reply to the debate on Motion of Thanks on the President's Address in Lok Sabha. He, however, couldn’t speak due to ruckus.

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  Mamata argues in SC: 'SIR in Bengal only for voter deletion, justice crying behind closed doors'

  India | February 04, 2026 14:03 IST

  Mamata Banerjee appeared before the Supreme Court to argue that the SIR process in West Bengal is being used to delete voters and undermine the electoral system. She claimed the exercise lacked transparency and fairness, urging judicial intervention.

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  Bengal SIR hearing: Mamata Banerjee reaches Supreme Court, set to argue her own case today

  India | February 04, 2026 11:01 IST

  The Supreme Court is set to hear Mamata Banerjee's petition challenging the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of the voter list in West Bengal. Banerjee, who holds a law degree, will appear in person as the bench considers multiple related petitions.

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  'SIR happening only in Opposition-ruled states, AI being misused': CM Mamata hits out at EC again

  February 03, 2026 16:19 IST

  The TMC delegation on Monday left the meeting with the CEC midway, alleging that they were not given respect. Mamata Banerjee said CEC Gyanesh Kumar was a 'liar' and 'arrogant' person.

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  Delhi Police rejects Mamata Banerjee's claims, says 'deployment at Banga Bhawan part of security'

  India | February 02, 2026 21:21 IST

  Earlier in the day, Banerjee alleged that SIR-affected families that have been brought to the national capital for a meeting with the chief election commissioner were being harassed by the Delhi Police. She alleged that the Delhi Police was committing "atrocities".

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  'Never seen such arrogant…': CM Mamata after meeting CEC over 'irregularities' in Bengal SIR | Video

  February 02, 2026 23:52 IST

  CM Mamata was accompanied by TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee and 13 family members of those allegedly affected by the SIR process.

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  Bengal SIR: CM Mamata moves SC day after writing to CEC Gyanesh Kumar over 'irregularities'

  February 01, 2026 20:55 IST

  CM Banerjee is scheduled to meet CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Monday. Speaking to reporters at Kolkata airport before leaving for New Delhi, Banerjee urged the BJP to contest the polls fairly. She said that the saffron party was losing the election and thus was “using” SIR.

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  Budget 2026 'garbage of lies, not a single paisa for Bengal,' says Mamata Banerjee

  February 01, 2026 14:36 IST

  Citing the Jangalmahal Jangal Sundari project in Purulia, Mamata Banerjee pointed out that investments worth Rs 72,000 crore are already planned for the economic corridor without any support from the Centre.

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  'Mamata Banerjee government's corruption is the cause for workers death': Amit Shah on Kolkata fire

  January 31, 2026 15:46 IST

  "I want to pay tribute to all the workers who lost their lives in the fire at the Momo factory in the Anandpur warehouse. This fire was not an accident. The fire at the Anandpur warehouse was a result of the corruption of the Mamata Banerjee government," Amit Shah said.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, January 29, 2026

  India | January 29, 2026 20:16 IST

  A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi warned that failing judicial intervention could have serious repercussions and potentially deepen societal divisions.

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  Speed News: Fadnavis, Shinde, Devvrat meet Sunetra Pawar to condole Ajit Pawar's death

  Originals | January 28, 2026 20:01 IST

  Fadnavis, Shinde, Devvrat meet Sunetra Pawar to condole Ajit Pawar's death. Mamata Banerjee seeks SC-monitored probe into Ajit Pawar crash. President Murmu highlights anti-corruption efforts in budget session. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.

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  Mamata Banerjee demands Supreme Court-monitored probe in Ajit Pawar's plane crash

  India | January 28, 2026 13:26 IST

  Mamata Banerjee said the death of Pawar comes at a time when he was about to return to Sharad Pawar's party and therefore it should be investigated.

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  Mamata Banerjee alleges 3-4 people dying by suicide in Bengal everyday due to SIR anxiety

  January 23, 2026 14:33 IST

  Mamata Banerjee said more than 110 people have already died and everyday three to four people are dying by suicide out of SIR anxiety.

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  CM Mamata Banerjee misleading people on SIR, officers facing threats: ECI in SC affidavit

  India | January 21, 2026 23:39 IST

  The poll body said, unlike other states, West Bengal is witnessing a significantly higher level of threats and obstructions during the SIR process. According to the affidavit, people are being provoked by being misinformed about the revision exercise.

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  EC mulls extending SIR deadline in West Bengal following Supreme Court's directions

  January 21, 2026 20:05 IST

  Earlier, the EC had set February 7 as the last date for hearings and February 14 for the publication of the final electoral rolls, after an initial extension. The schedule has come under scrutiny following a petition from the Trinamool Congress.