Mamata claim raises political heat Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s claim of being prevented from leaving her residence has added fresh political tension to the Baruipur minor death case. The incident, involving the death of a 12-year-old girl, has already sparked public anger, protests and demands for fast justice. The Trinamool Congress alleged that police were posted outside Banerjee’s home and barricades were placed after officials came to know about her plan to visit the victim’s family in Baruipur. The party said she wanted to meet the family, offer support and call for strict action against those involved. Officials have not yet given a detailed public response to the allegation. SIT probe remains under pressure The case is linked to the alleged rape and murder of a minor girl in the Surjyapur area of Baruipur, South 24 Parganas. Police said the girl had gone out to buy a birthday gift but did not return home. Her family later alleged that she was taken away forcibly and claimed their early appeals for help were not handled with urgency. Her body was later found near Surjyapur Haat, triggering strong protests in the area. Residents blocked roads, burned tyres and damaged police vehicles as anger grew over the handling of the case. Security was increased to control the situation and avoid further violence. Police have formed a Special Investigation Team to investigate the case. Several people have been arrested, while another local political worker has reportedly been questioned. Senior officers have said the probe will continue and all accused persons will face legal action. For the TMC, the alleged house arrest claim has turned the Baruipur case into a wider political issue involving law and order, police conduct and democratic rights. For the victim’s family, the main demand remains clear: a fair investigation, quick justice and punishment for everyone responsible. The next few days will be crucial. A transparent and fast SIT probe may help calm public anger, but any delay or sign of political pressure could deepen the controversy. The Baruipur case now stands as a serious test for policing, public trust and justice in West Bengal.

ISKCON Removes Radharaman Das From Kolkata Posts, Bars Him From Public Representation ISKCON has removed its Kolkata vice-president, Radharaman Das, from all organisational responsibilities and directed him not to speak or act on behalf of the organisation in public forums, media interactions, or before government authorities. The decision has drawn attention as Das had become one of ISKCON’s most visible public figures in recent years, frequently comm

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Former India cricket captain and former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has approached the police in Kolkata over alleged defamatory and misleading posts circulated on social media. Ganguly filed the complaint on Monday, June 15, 2026, alleging that a Facebook page with millions of followers had been sharing content aimed at damaging his reputation. The complaint was submitted at Thakurpukur Police Station.

Firhad Hakim Quits Kolkata Mayor Post Amid TMC Crisis Firhad Hakim’s resignation as Kolkata Mayor has added fresh pressure on Mamata Banerjee as the TMC faces growing internal turmoil. Firhad Hakim Resigns As Kolkata Mayor Senior Trinamool Congress leader Firhad Hakim has resigned as Kolkata Mayor, adding another major twist to the political crisis surrounding Mamata

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Bengal ED Raids Focus On Former Kolkata DCP And Sona Pappu Links ED Raids Multiple Bengal Locations The Enforcement Directorate has widened its probe in Bengal by conducting raids at nine locations in Kolkata and Murshidabad linked to former Kolkata DCP Shantanu Sinha Biswas and alleged strongman Sona Pappu, also known as Biswajit Poddar. The searches are part of an investigation into suspected land grabbing, extortion, illegal c

Encroachment Crackdown Widens In Bengal The West Bengal anti-encroachment drive 2026 has moved into major public spaces, with authorities targeting illegal structures, roadside stalls, and unauthorised constructions in Kolkata, Howrah, and Sealdah. The Suvendu Adhikari-led BJP government has said that public land, railway areas, and crowded civic zones must be cleared to improve safety and movement.

Mamata Banerjee Warns on EVM Security Ahead of Bengal Vote Count, Calls It ‘Life-and-Death’ Issue Mamata Banerjee has issued a strong warning over alleged irregularities in electronic voting machines (EVMs), stating that any attempt to tamper with them would lead to a “life-and-death” fight. Her remarks came after she spent mo