Rebel Trinamool Congress MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar on Sunday said two more parliamentarians were set to join the dissident group, which would take its strength in the Lok Sabha to 22.
Rebel Trinamool Congress MP Arup Chakraborty on Monday said the breakaway faction is trying to "rectify" the party, and would fight for the control of its election symbol, even as the Mamata Banerjee-led outfit termed the move illegal under the anti-defection law.
The internecine war within the Trinamool Congress took a new turn on Thursday with "party treasurer" Aroop Biswas writing to a bank seeking restrictions on the operation of the party's accounts, citing uncertainty over its legitimate leadership amid rebellions by MLAs and MPs.
A group of dissident Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs, led by Jagadish Chandra Barma Basunia, plans to meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to seek recognition as the 'real TMC' parliamentary group, claiming the support of 19 members amidst an escalating internal party crisis.
Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has accused the BJP of orchestrating 'Operation Lotus' to induce defections from the Mamata Banerjee-led party, citing recent resignations and meetings of dissident MPs as evidence of an organised attempt to weaken the TMC.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing a deepening internal crisis marked by fresh resignations and an escalating rebellion, even as its national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to discuss opposition coordination and the future of the INDIA bloc.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing a severe leadership crisis as former minister Jyoti Priya Mallick resigned from all party organisational posts citing health, and senior North Bengal leader Goutam Deb stepped down as mayor of Siliguri Municipal Corporation, amidst widespread internal rifts and electoral setbacks.
Former Rajya Sabha MP and TMC leader Santanu Sen resigned as the party's national spokesperson, citing the R G Kar rape and murder case controversy and the recent election defeat as reasons for his decision. His resignation highlights the internal dissent and organisational challenges facing the TMC.
Though a visual treat, the 10th instalment doesn't stand out in terms of gameplay.
PES 2018 does add some value to the genre, says Kakoli Chakraborty.
Kakoli Chakraborty checks out the memory-loaded smartphone that will sit well with photography enthusiasts
The game delivers in terms of visuals, the roster and the number of modes.
A phone with a 4K display akin to Sony Bravia TV screens.
With major tweaks -- and at 29k -- Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 ticks all the right boxes, says Kakoli Chakraborty.
With a fascinating gameplay and a single-player mode, Injustice 2 is among the best fighting games.
Selfies won't be going out of fashion anytime soon. And smartphone makers are cashing in.
Yunique not only delivers quality at a low price but at the same time steers ahead in the price war.
Though it revolves around a couple of eight-year-olds, the game is certainly not for children.
HTC's new offering gets the basics of a premium smartphone just right and if you're not too picky or flashy, this phone is for you.
Much-needed modifications make the fifth instalment of the game stand out.
The Huawei phone might not surpass the popularity of the OnePlus 5, but it is a well-rounded phone that offers great performance, says Kakoli Chakraborty.
Priced at Rs 14,999, it is probably the best phone in its price segment.
The game is a disappointment for a full-retail game. At times, it feels like you're testing a beta, says Kakoli Chakraborty.
Almost all smartphones are focusing more on the secondary or the 'selfie' camera.
With a shatter-proof display, the Moto X Force is a rugged warrior.
Lego City Undercover is packed with humour, references and your favourite Lego bricks says Kakoli Chakraborty.
Final Fantasy XV features a real-time combat system, instead of the turn-based one the Final Fantasy series is known for, which makes the game more fun. But after putting in close to 17 hours into it, Kakoli Chakraborty clearly sees the shortcomings.
It's one of the most-anticipated games of 2018.
At 44,990 Sony Xperia XZ1 doesn't have anything new to offer, making it difficult to compete with rivals.
'It is a great phone,' says Kakoli Chakraborty, 'but...'
If you're looking for a phone that doesn't pinch your pocket much and is a decent performer, Honor 5C is for you.
At Rs 15,999, it's quite a steal, but does it offer anything extraordinary?
While great to sketch and draw, the Yoga Book's keyboard remains an issue.
Abhik Sen & Kakoli Chakraborty draw up a checklist for audiophiles.
The low price tag makes it a great buy for those who are looking for a performance-centric phone.
Apart from the noticeable lag, the phone is one of the best in its price segment.
With a full metal unibody design and flat sides, the phone undoubtedly looks like a premium one
The party brought back Yashwant Sinha as its national vice-president.
Huawei vs Timex: a look at what's on offer.
A fresh political row has erupted in West Bengal over Bharatiya Janata Party national vice-president Dilip Ghosh's alleged unsavoury remarks about West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, with the Trinamool Congress seeking his arrest and unconditional apology.
