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‘Still in the dark’: Confusion shrouds TMC rebels’ merger with NCPI

‘Still in the dark’: Confusion shrouds TMC rebels’ merger with NCPI

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Confusion shrouded the proposed merger between rebel Trinamool Congress MPs and the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), with some leaders of the little-known party saying on Tuesday that they were yet to receive any communication from the lawmakers, even as the dissidents named a new president of the Howrah-based outfit. Rebel TMC MPs with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at his residence, in New Delhi (ANI) TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, who is leading the rebel faction, told the media that Jyotiprakash Chatterjee is the new president of NCPI. Speaking to HT, however, NCPI leaders said that they were still in the dark about the merger negotiations and Chatterjee being appointed the new president. “Let us first settle down with the bloc that we are trying to merge with another party. Acceptance has already come to us. They are happy to take us. We will work together with the NDA under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah. They are looking into the affairs of this merger and …

Speaker Om Birla to hear out TMC brass first on 20 rebel MPs’ merger with NCPI

Speaker Om Birla to hear out TMC brass first on 20 rebel MPs’ merger with NCPI

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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will hear out the Trinamool Congress (TMC) leadership first before deciding on the request received from the 20 TMC rebel MPs to merge with the Nationalist Citizenship Party of India (NCPI), people familiar with the matter said on Tuesday. Trinamool Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee along with TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee at a press conference (Hindustan Times File/Samir Jana) The decision follows a communication from TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee that asked the speaker to reject the merger request, since the TMC was “a single, indivisible political party” and there was no option of a split under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution. Birla’s office had issued a letter to Abhishek Banerjee, the TMC floor leader in the Lok Sabha, for a meeting on Monday, but it could not take place because Abhishek was being grilled by investigative agencies at the time. “Speaker Om Birla will take a call on the issue of the merger of 20 TMC MPs with NCPI only after hearing both sides. The Speaker’s office …

NCPI merger, NDA’s number game; another egg attack: TMC troubles see no end | The latest

NCPI merger, NDA’s number game; another egg attack: TMC troubles see no end | The latest

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The Trinamool Congress (TMC) identity crisis took a surprise turn on Sunday when 20 rebel MPs, led by Kakoli Ghosh, told speaker Om Birla that they have merged with a little-known Tripura-based party, strengthening the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and setting the stage for one of the biggest defections in India’s parliamentary history. A local youth (unseen) throws an egg on TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh who was leaving from the residence of party chairperson Mamata Banerjee, in Kolkata on Monday. (ANI video grab) At least 20 lawmakers of the TMC met Birla on Sunday and submitted a letter that said the rebel group had merged with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India or NCPI, which was formed in 2022 and fought its last election in 2023. The party currently doesn’t have a lawmaker anywhere in the country. According to a Lok Sabha functionary, Birla will now verify the signatures of 20 MPs before approving the merger. “We, 20 MPs, have now merged with the Nationalist Citizens Party and will work with the NDA under the …

Merger with NCPI may allow Trinamool rebels to vote in Lok Sabha prior to any ruling on disqualification

Merger with NCPI may allow Trinamool rebels to vote in Lok Sabha prior to any ruling on disqualification

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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla receives a letter from TMC MPs including Sudip Bandyopadhyay, Satabdi Roy, Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, Mala Roy, Yusuf Pathan, and others for separate seating arrangement in the House, in New Delhi. | Photo Credit: PTI The decision made by the rebel MPs of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) to merge with the little-known Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) might not be a foolproof way of avoiding disqualification under the anti-defection law, but it can allow them to vote in the Lok Sabha, pending a decision from the Speaker in case the TMC files a petition seeking their disqualification. With sources in the government indicating that the Centre is likely to bring the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty First Amendment) Bill, 2026 or the Delimitation Bill as early as the monsoon session of Parliament, which is likely to begin in mid-July, it becomes crucial that this bloc, which has promised support to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) gets to vote when the said Bills are taken up. In April, the government had …

‘Masterminded by Amit Shah’: Congress attacks BJP leader over merger of 20 TMC MPs with NCPI

‘Masterminded by Amit Shah’: Congress attacks BJP leader over merger of 20 TMC MPs with NCPI

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With 20 rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs announcing their merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), the Congress on Monday alleged that home minister Amit Shah “masterminded” what it called an “illegal breakaway” of legislators as part of a wider plan to secure a two-thirds majority for the NDA in the Lok Sabha. Amit Shah ‘masterminded’ TMC breakaway, alleges Congress in fresh two-thirds majority claim (File photos) The opposition party described the move as “bizarre”, claiming it was a calculated political strategy with serious implications for parliamentary balance. Congress escalates attack on Amit Shah Congress general secretary (communications) Jairam Ramesh launched a sharp attack on the Union home minister, accusing him of undermining democratic norms and constitutional values through the development. In a post on X, Ramesh said: “A desperate Union home minister – who is an absolute disgrace to the position once held by Sardar Patel – has taken Indian democracy to new lows in a shameless manner.” Ramesh further alleged that the merger of the rebel MPs was not incidental but …

TMC secretary Derek O’Brien labels merger with ‘any party’ as ‘baseless’

TMC secretary Derek O’Brien labels merger with ‘any party’ as ‘baseless’

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Trinamool Congress National Joint Secretary Derek O’Brien on Saturday dismissed speculation about the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) merging with another political party, terming such reports “fake news”. TMC leader Derek O’Brien labels reports of a TMC-Congress merger “baseless” (ANI) His remarks come amid ongoing speculation about the party’s future course, which has been grappling with an internal crisis following its defeat in the West Bengal Assembly polls. “Let me put an end to this fake news about the AITC merging with any other party. Baseless. Yes, that’s the perfect word used by my friend KC Venugopal,” O’Brien told PTI. Also Read I Is mystery over 20th rebel MP over? Another TMC MP reaches BJP leader’s residence with Satabdi Roy Rumours of a possible merger gathered pace after a series of meetings between senior leaders of the Trinamool Congress and the Congress in New Delhi this week. TMC chief Mamata Banerjee met Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday, a day after the INDIA bloc meeting in the national capital. The Congress had also …

Congress-NCP (SP) merger buzz intensifies

Congress-NCP (SP) merger buzz intensifies

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MUMBAI: Amid speculation over a merger between the Congress and Trinamool Congress (TMC), talk of a merger between the Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) and the Congress has gained traction. Congress-NCP (SP) merger buzz intensifies Congress insiders claimed the party had received feelers from the NCP (SP) leadership but no formal discussions had taken place. While NCP (SP) national working president Supriya Sule and state unit chief Shashikant Shinde dismissed reports of any such proposal, former Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole suggested that efforts were underway to prevent a division of secular votes. Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, however, described the Congress as a “sinking ship”, saying seasoned regional leaders would have little incentive to associate with it. A merger of any regional party with the Congress would, in fact, create greater political space for the BJP, he said. Talk of a merger come amid reports that five to six NCP (SP) MPs are warming up to the BJP, raising concerns about possible defections. On Thursday, three NCP (SP) MLAs — Uttam Jankar, Abhijeet Patil and Narayan …

TMC-Congress merger buzz, heavy-weight rebel camp: What’s happening in Mamata Banerjee’s TMC

TMC-Congress merger buzz, heavy-weight rebel camp: What’s happening in Mamata Banerjee’s TMC

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The Trinamool Congress, founded by former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, seems to be all over the place with MPs and MLAs forming rebel camps, mayors stepping down and now seemingly divided stands over speculation of merger with the Congress. Amid buzz of a TMC-Congress merger, names of rebel MPs have emerged, with the list including top leaders like Saayoni Ghosh and June Maliah. (PTI file photos) Adding to back-to-back setbacks, Mamata Banerjee lost another Rajya Sabha MP — Sushmita Dev — on Wednesday after she announced her resignation from the membership of the Upper House and the TMC. Dev’s exit came two days after another TMC leader — Sukhendu Sekhar Ray — resigned from the Rajya Sabha, alleging “unbridled corruption” and “anarchical rule” of the party. The resignations of Dev and Ray come as the latest blow after an unsteady week for Mamata Banerjee, with TMC suffering a split in Bengal assembly – with 58 lawmakers backing rebel leader Ritabrata Banerjee, who staked claim to the Leader of the Opposition position – and …

‘Baseless’: TMC reacts to Congress merger reports, says doors open for alliance

‘Baseless’: TMC reacts to Congress merger reports, says doors open for alliance

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Talks of a merger between the Congress and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) are baseless, people familiar with the matter told HT, asserting that there is no proposal under consideration for the two parties to merge. India News However, sources indicated that both parties have kept the door open for a possible alliance and remain in touch on issues of mutual political interest. More to come.. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Protest in Arsikere against move to merger of schools

Protest in Arsikere against move to merger of schools

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Activists of AIDSO and villagers staging a protest in Arsikere on Monday, opposing the merger of schools. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT The proposed merger of government schools under the KPS Magnet Scheme has triggered widespread opposition in Arsikere taluk of Hassan district. Activists and residents from several villages staged a protest in front of the Block Education Officer’s office in Arsikere on Monday, under the banner of the All India Democratic Students’ Organisation (AIDSO). The Department of School Education has drawn up a list of schools in the taluk earmarked for merger with the nearest Karnataka Public Schools under the scheme. The AIDSO State treasurer Subhash Bettadakoppa criticised the move, pointing out that schools proposed for merger included those with healthy enrolment figures. “The schools at Bandur and Kenkere have a strength of 162 and 120 respectively. There is no logic in merging schools with such numbers. Once the policy is implemented, children will be forced to travel up to five km to reach their new school,” he said. He further alleged that the …