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Union Minister Subhas Sarkar highlights the apprehension of investors to come to West Bengal under Mamata Banerjee's governance, emphasizing the need for a change in government. He discusses the roles of Trinamool Congress, BJP, and Narendra Modi in the state's investment sector.
The EC show-caused BJP's Bengal president Sukanta Majumdar for a malicious advertisement accusing Trinamool Congress of corruption. Trinamool's Bharatpur MLA Humayun Kabir was censured for threatening voters and opposition party workers. Majumdar must respond by Tuesday, facing penalization for non-reply. Kabir's May 2 speech in Murshidabad was in violation of the model code of conduct during a rally at Kazipara.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge cautioned Bengal Congress chief Adhir Chowdhury to adhere to the party's decision on the INDIA bloc or risk expulsion. Kharge endorsed Mamata Banerjee's position in the coalition, countering Chowdhury's dissent towards the Trinamool Congress.
PM Narendra Modi to address 5 more rallies in Bengal, totaling 25 since March. Bengal BJP seniors highlight his focus on development, 'Purvoday,' and the role of women. He emphasizes development plans for states like Odisha and Bengal as key to India's progress. Modi addresses porous border vulnerability in Bengal.
A young woman accuses Governor C V Ananda Bose of molestation, detailing interference by Raj Bhavan personnel and the OSD in lodging a complaint. Kolkata Police files an FIR against three employees for 'wrongful restraint'. The woman's supervisor's role, interactions with the OSD, and involvement of other Raj Bhavan staff members are emphasized.
Rachana Banerjee's Instagram reel in Hooghly reignites the industry versus land debate from Mamata Banerjee's Singur protest, leading to the enactment of the Right to Fair Compensation Act, 2013, reshaping Bengal's politics.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accuses monks from Bharat Sevashram Sangha and Ramakrishna Mission of working against TMC and supporting BJP at a rally in Jayrambati, Hooghly.
AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge serves ultimatum to Bengal Congress chief Adhir Chowdhury over INDIA bloc alignment with Mamata Banerjee-led TMC. Congress leadership insists on party decision, while Bengal CM emphasizes TMC's stance in Bengal.
A tragic incident near Singtam in Sikkim resulted in a taxi plunging into the Rani river, claiming the lives of two individuals, including Rabindra Nath Paul. The family of five tourists from Kolkata, including Tapas Paul, Krishna Paul, Mira Paul, and a four-year-old girl, sustained injuries and were hospitalized in Gangtok.
CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes Centre for issuing citizenship certificates in a staged drama, warning against believing PM Modi's guarantees. She accuses Modi govt of orchestrating plans affecting tribals, Adivasi lands, Kudmis, and promoting discord among backward communities. Banerjee promises to repeal CAA and NRC if the INDIA bloc wins.
95-year-old Gayatri Mukherjee from Patihal, Howrah, under Serampore Lok Sabha constituency, passed away after voting from home. She had age-related illnesses but keenly followed political news. She couldn't vote in rural and assembly polls. Minister Arup Roy expressed condolences.