The Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), previously obscure, is now central to Indian politics after 20 Trinamool Congress MPs announced a merger with it. If approved, this move would significantly alter the Lok Sabha's composition, making the NCPI the NDA's second-largest constituent.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will hear arguments on a Trinamool Congress split, as 20 MPs seek to merge their faction with the Nationalist Citizens Party, potentially shifting power in the Lok Sabha.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will hear arguments on the Trinamool Congress split and a rebel faction's request to merge with the Nationalist Citizens Party. TMC sources claim Abhishek Banerjee was not given adequate opportunity to present the party's case.
Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim expressed hope for "100% development" under the new BJP administration led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, signaling a potential shift in stance amid a major Trinamool Congress rebellion. Hakim stated the need to rise above party politics and work together for the state's progress.
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury alleged that Bangladeshi political parties are infiltrating India, citing the merger of a breakaway Trinamool Congress faction with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI). He drew parallels to the BJP's stance on illegal immigration from Bangladesh.
Twenty Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha MPs have merged with the obscure Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) to bypass anti-defection laws and maintain their parliamentary presence outside Mamata Banerjee's control. This move offers the BJP parliamentary support without immediate organizational integration in West Bengal.
Twenty rebel Trinamool Congress MPs have merged with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) and will support the BJP-led NDA. This move makes the previously obscure NCPI the fifth-largest party in Lok Sabha and the second-largest bloc in the NDA, bolstering its numbers.
Dissident Trinamool Congress MPs announced a merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party, seeking recognition as a separate group in Parliament. The Mamata Banerjee-led faction urged the Lok Sabha Speaker not to recognize the split, citing anti-defection laws, while legal experts criticized the move.
Rebel Trinamool Congress MPs announced their merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party and met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking separate seating. They claim two-thirds support and will contest the party's electoral symbol, setting up a significant challenge to Mamata Banerjee's leadership.
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, requesting that no separate group or faction of the party be recognized. This comes amid reports of TMC MPs seeking to be recognized as a separate group, independent of the legislative party.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has reshuffled its West Bengal leadership, appointing new presidents for the Youth Congress, North Kolkata district, minority cell, and women's wing. The changes follow a rebellion by around 20 MLAs and aim to strengthen the party structure.
Former minister Manas Bhunia has resigned from all organizational posts in the Trinamool Congress, citing the party's ongoing crisis after its assembly poll defeat. Bhunia, a seven-time MLA from Sabang, stated he would continue to serve his constituency.
The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has categorically rejected speculation about a potential merger with the Congress, with party leader Derek O'Brien calling the reports "fake news" and "baseless." The clarification follows meetings between top leaders of both parties, aimed at strengthening coordination within the INDIA bloc.
Derek O'Brien, National Joint Secretary of Trinamool Congress, has refuted reports of a party merger, calling them 'fake news'. This comes amid speculation fueled by recent meetings between TMC and Congress leaders, including Mamata Banerjee with Sonia Gandhi and Abhishek Banerjee with Rahul Gandhi, which both parties state are for strengthening opposition coordination.
Dissident Trinamool Congress MPs plan to meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to seek recognition as the 'real Trinamool' parliamentary group, amid a deepening organizational crisis. The move could lead to a split impacting party assets and control.
The Trinamool Congress is facing a potential split that could soon be brought before the Election Commission of India. Past trends suggest this could affect the party's symbol and funds, with the Election Commission using tests of majority in legislative and organizational wings to decide such disputes. Recent events show a legislative majority shift away from the Mamata Banerjee camp.
Trinamool Congress leader Jahangir Khan, also known as 'Pushpa', was paraded by police in Falta after his arrest near the India-Nepal border. He faces multiple extortion charges and was remanded to five days police custody.
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee has given an ultimatum to Mamata Banerjee, stating she must choose between her nephew Abhishek Banerjee and senior party workers. This follows electoral setbacks and internal party tensions.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is experiencing widespread internal rebellion following its 2026 electoral defeat, with a significant portion of legislators challenging Mamata Banerjee's leadership. This turmoil could lead to a party split, potentially benefiting the BJP by weakening the opposition in Parliament and consolidating its power in West Bengal, while also impacting the INDIA bloc's strength.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal is facing a severe crisis after losing power, with a rebellion by most legislators and a reported split among MPs seeking to join the BJP-led alliance. The party's reliance on Mamata Banerjee's charisma and patronage, rather than a strong ideology, is seen as a key weakness.
Karnataka minister R Ramalinga Reddy quits, citing humiliation, as TMC faces post-split turmoil with rebel MLAs developing cold feet
Expelled TMC MLA Sandipan Saha revealed that post-election meeting instructions to applaud Abhishek Banerjee's leadership, rather than discuss defeat, was a breaking point for rebels. Dissent stems from perceived power concentration around Banerjee and 'humiliation' of senior leaders.
Trinamool Congress leader Krishna Chakraborty resigned as the mayor of Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation after 16 years, citing personal reasons and a desire to dedicate time to herself. She intends to continue serving as a councillor.
The West Bengal assembly speaker's decision will be crucial in determining the 'original party' in the Trinamool Congress crisis, following a faction claiming support of 58 MLAs. The Supreme Court has ruled that in such splits, neither faction can claim to be the original party, and the speaker must consider the party's constitution submitted to the Election Commission before the split.
