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Instead, a calf and a bear burst from the woods, and they had seconds to decide whether to intervene The row over a controversial book in Jammu and Kashmir’s government school libraries escalated on Saturday after Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha suspended eight School Education Department officials, removed a contractual employee, and ordered a departmental inquiry into the selection and procurement of two library books found to contain “inappropriate content”.The LG also blacklisted the books’ authors and publishers and directed the withdrawal of their publications from across the Union Territory, following a political storm over allegations that one of the books glorified terrorists, separatists and stone-pelters.The action came amid BJP allegations that the book promoted ‘academic jihad’, with the party demanding an immediate ban on the publication and the removal of Education Minister Sakeena Itoo. The Congress has also sought a ban on the controversial book and Itoo’s dismissal.According to PTI, addressing a press conference, Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Sunil Sharma alleged that Personalities and Legends of J&K, distributed under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, was intended to “poison young minds” and revive separatism by using the education system to propagate a Pakistan-sponsored narrative.Sharma claimed the book portrays individuals such as hanged JKLF founder Maqbool Bhat, Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed and separatist leaders Syed Ali Shah Geelani, Shabir Shah, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Masarat Alam Bhat in a positive light. He also objected to references describing the region as “Indian Occupied Kashmir (IOK)” and “India-held Kashmir.””The book distributed by the Jammu and Kashmir Education Department and the Government of Jammu and Kashmir across numerous libraries in the Union Territory glorifies convicts, murderers, terrorists, separatists, and stone-pelters,” Sharma said.”It is deeply regrettable that the Jammu and Kashmir Education Department has distributed this book to schools under the logo of the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan. This is a grave offence,” he added.The BJP leader accused the ruling National Conference of providing political patronage to a separatist narrative and sought immediate action against those responsible.He also demanded the removal of the Education Minister and a high-level investigation into the matter.”Those responsible — including the author, the publisher, and the committee of experts that approved the book– should face criminal proceedings. A case should be registered against them, treating it as a seditious offence, and they should be arrested immediately and proceeded against in accordance with the law,” Sharma said.He further alleged that the publication lacked educational value and had been designed to spread “a poisonous narrative driven by a separatist ideology and a jihadist mindset”.Referring to previous BJP campaigns against similar publications, Sharma said the party had earlier facilitated the banning of 25 books allegedly containing material against India’s sovereignty and urged the government and investigating agencies to take immediate action against the current publication.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosHAPS Explained: How India’s New High-Altitude Surveillance Aircraft Will Boost Defence CapabilitiesDelhi Court Reserves Order On Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam’s Fresh Bail Pleas In Riots CaseSTORY GOVT DEBUNKS E20 FUEL MYTHS 10-POINT CLARIFICATIONFresh Blow To Mamata Camp As Bengal Chief Quits During Intensifying TMC Power StrugglePM Modi Dedicates India’s 1st Greenfield Integrated Refinery-Cum-Petrochemical Complex at PachpadraRam Temple Tightens Donation Security As SIT Deepens Probe Into Alleged EmbezzlementPM Narendra Modi Opens Jodhpur’s New Airport Terminal, Launches Revamped UDAN SchemeLS Speaker Om Birla To Decide TMC And Sena Merger Claims Ahead Of Crucial Monsoon SessionBihar Restores Z-Category Security To Lalu Yadav And Rabri Devi Weeks After DowngradePunjab Congress Rift Deepens As Channi Camp Seeks Top Post, Randhawa-Shah Meeting Sparks Buzz123PhotostoriesWorld Biryani Day 2026: 12 iconic Biryanis from across India to celebrate with7 Birds that can remember human faces for years and surprise scientists with their intelligenceFrom Inland Taipan to killer bees: 5 small-sized beasts that can take a human life in minutesHow to know if you are being manipulated in a relationship: Psychologist shares 3 evident signs people often ignoreFrom America to India: The world’s most beautiful birds lost to extinction and those on the brink of disappearing foreverShopping for a Banarasi saree? 5 terms that will save you thousandsBetta Fish vs Guppies: Which one is better for beginners starting their first aquarium?5 natural alternatives to Finasteride that could help with hair growth’It honours the…’: CM Yogi Adityanath names this mango of UP as ‘Kakori Brand’7 cat breeds known for minimal shedding that make great indoor companions123Hot PicksTrump tariffsLuka Modric Net WorthEPF Scheme 2026Amarnath Yatra 2026Income Tax Return FilingMumbai rainUS unemploymentMicrosoft layoffsIndia Japal TradeTop TrendingMumbai rainDelhi rainWeather tomorrowFIFA World Cup 2026GTA 6 Estimated SizeNew England PatriotsCandace OwensFIFA War DecisionCA Toppers ListAnitha Radhakrishnan Updated: Jul 04, 2026, 18:56 IST Vaibhav Sooryavanshi makes India debut: The incredible journey of the 15-year-old from Bihar’s Samastipur to Team India Latest Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada OTT releases (July 3 5 small-sized beasts that can take a human life in minutes Virgo, Weekly Horoscope, July 05 to July 11, 2026: Expect a week of mixed fortunes Pagdi system explained: Why is redeveloping these buildings so difficult? | Why did Keir Starmer leave 10 Downing Street? Outgoing UK PM opens up on ‘intensely personal’ decision Screengrab from video posted by TMC NEW DELHI: Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo Mamata Banerjee on Saturday challenged leaders of the rebel faction to “directly join the BJP” and “take on me if you have the courage,” accusing the saffron party of using them to fuel dissent within the TMC ranks.”I dare the treacherous and ungrateful traitors abandoning the party to directly join the BJP and take me on if you have the courage, instead of playing this dishonest BJP-sponsored game,” Banerjee said in a video message. Watch Fresh Blow To Mamata Camp As Bengal Chief Quits During Intensifying TMC Power StruggleQuestioning the timing of the rebellion, she asked, “You call yourself rebels? Where was your rebellion before the elections? Where was your dissent during the last 15 years when you were MPs and MLAs on TMC tickets and served as ministers and held other important government positions? Why didn’t you come to me then and voice your differences?”Describing TMC workers who remain loyal to the party as its “goldmine,” Banerjee told the rebels not to commit “the same treachery” against the people who had voted for them.Banerjee’s remarks came on a day when another long-time associate, Chandrima Bhattacharya, resigned from the Trinamool Congress and joined the dissident camp. Bhattacharya had been appointed president of the TMC’s West Bengal unit just a month earlier, on June 3.Responding to the development, she announced that, in addition to serving as the TMC’s national chairperson, she would also assume charge as the party’s West Bengal unit chief until veteran leader Subrata Bakshi recovered.The former CM also named Kunal Ghosh and Madan Mitra as the party’s general secretaries.(With PTI inputs)Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosHAPS Explained: How India’s New High-Altitude Surveillance Aircraft Will Boost Defence CapabilitiesDelhi Court Reserves Order On Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam’s Fresh Bail Pleas In Riots CaseSTORY GOVT DEBUNKS E20 FUEL MYTHS 10-POINT CLARIFICATIONFresh Blow To Mamata Camp As Bengal Chief Quits During Intensifying TMC Power StrugglePM Modi Dedicates India’s 1st Greenfield Integrated Refinery-Cum-Petrochemical Complex at PachpadraRam Temple Tightens Donation Security As SIT Deepens Probe Into Alleged EmbezzlementPM Narendra Modi Opens Jodhpur’s New Airport Terminal, Launches Revamped UDAN SchemeLS Speaker Om Birla To Decide TMC And Sena Merger Claims Ahead Of Crucial Monsoon SessionBihar Restores Z-Category Security To Lalu Yadav And Rabri Devi Weeks After DowngradePunjab Congress Rift Deepens As Channi Camp Seeks Top Post, Randhawa-Shah Meeting Sparks Buzz123PhotostoriesWorld Biryani Day 2026: 12 iconic Biryanis from across India to celebrate with7 Birds that can remember human faces for years and surprise scientists with their intelligenceFrom Inland Taipan to killer bees: 5 small-sized beasts that can take a human life in minutesHow to know if you are being manipulated in a relationship: Psychologist shares 3 evident signs people often ignoreFrom America to India: The world’s most beautiful birds lost to extinction and those on the brink of disappearing foreverShopping for a Banarasi saree? 5 terms that will save you thousandsBetta Fish vs Guppies: Which one is better for beginners starting their first aquarium?5 natural alternatives to Finasteride that could help with hair growth’It honours the…’: CM Yogi Adityanath names this mango of UP as ‘Kakori Brand’7 cat breeds known for minimal shedding that make great indoor companions123Hot PicksTrump tariffsLuka Modric Net WorthEPF Scheme 2026Amarnath Yatra 2026Income Tax Return FilingMumbai rainUS unemploymentMicrosoft layoffsIndia Japal TradeTop TrendingMumbai rainDelhi rainWeather tomorrowFIFA World Cup 2026GTA 6 Estimated SizeNew England PatriotsCandace OwensFIFA War DecisionCA Toppers ListAnitha Radhakrishnan Historic! Vaibhav Sooryavanshi makes India debut, breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s 36-year-old record | IND vs ENG 2nd T20I Yogi Babu to attempt a rare record by playing 11 distinct roles in R. Kishore Kumar’s upcoming pan-Indian action thriller | Psychology says the happiest travellers don’t spend more money but simply follow these 5 travel habits on every trip | Do This 2-Minute Morning Water Ritual to Attract Lord Vishnu’s Blessings How Rs 52,000 crore worth of equipment will strengthen India’s borders The proverb reminds us that friendships and relationships are built on trust, which once broken, is never quite the same. (AI-generated representative image) The words of the 16th-century poet Abdul Rahim Khan-i-Khana continue to resonate centuries after they were written. His famous doha reminds us that trust and affection are among the most delicate things in life. Whether it is a friendship, a marriage, a family bond or a professional relationship, breaking trust in a moment of anger can leave scars that are difficult to erase. In a world where disagreements often unfold through text messages, social media posts and impulsive reactions, Rahim’s wisdom feels more relevant than ever.”Rahiman dhaga prem ka, mat todo chatkaye. Toote se phir na jude, jude ganth pad jaye.”What does the proverb mean?The doha can be translated into English as:”Rahim says, do not snap the thread of love in anger. If it breaks, it may be tied together again, but the knot will always remain.”Rahim compares love and human relationships to a delicate thread. A thread is strong enough to hold things together, but it can also snap if pulled too hard. In the same way, relationships thrive on trust, patience and understanding, yet they can be damaged by harsh words, betrayal or impulsive actions.The proverb reminds us that while broken relationships can sometimes be repaired, they rarely return to exactly what they once were. The “knot” symbolises lingering pain, distrust or emotional distance that remains even after reconciliation.The origin of the sayingThis doha was written by Abdul Rahim Khan-i-Khana, popularly known as Rahim, one of the most celebrated poets in Hindi literature and a renowned scholar in the court of Mughal emperor Akbar.Rahim was known for expressing profound life lessons through simple, memorable verses. His poetry explored kindness, humility, relationships and human behaviour. Many of his dohas continue to be taught in schools and quoted in everyday conversations because their wisdom remains timeless.Among all his compositions, “Rahiman dhaga prem ka” is perhaps the most widely remembered because it speaks to an experience shared by everyone: the fragility of human relationships.More than advice about loveAlthough the proverb mentions love, its message extends far beyond romantic relationships.The thread of affection exists between parents and children, siblings, lifelong friends, colleagues and neighbours. Every meaningful relationship depends on mutual respect and trust.Sometimes a careless remark made in anger, a promise broken without explanation or a betrayal of confidence can damage a relationship that took years to build.Rahim reminds us that while forgiveness is possible, forgotten wounds are much rarer.Why the proverb still matters todayModern technology has made communication faster, but it has also made misunderstandings easier.A relationship can be strained by a message sent in frustration, a comment posted on social media or a phone call that never comes. People often react instantly without allowing emotions to settle.Many friendships end over arguments that could have been resolved through a conversation. Families drift apart because small misunderstandings are left unaddressed. Couples sometimes allow pride to replace honest communication.Rahim’s advice encourages people to pause before saying or doing something that could permanently damage a relationship.Words spoken in anger cannot always be taken back.The psychology behind broken trustPsychologists often describe trust as something that is built slowly but lost quickly.Acts of kindness, honesty and reliability strengthen relationships over time. Yet a single act of deception or cruelty can undo years of goodwill.Even when people forgive one another, the memory of what happened often remains. That lingering memory is the “knot” Rahim describes.The relationship may continue, but it may never feel quite the same.Friendship, family and everyday lifeThe proverb applies to everyday situations more often than people realise.A close friendship may suffer because one person repeatedly breaks promises. A family relationship may weaken after words spoken in anger. Colleagues who once worked well together may lose confidence in one another after trust is broken.In each case, repairing the relationship takes far more effort than protecting it in the first place.Rahim’s message is not that relationships should never face disagreements. Every relationship experiences conflict. His advice is to avoid letting temporary emotions destroy permanent bonds.The balance between honesty and kindnessThe proverb does not suggest that people should avoid difficult conversations.Honesty remains essential in every healthy relationship. Problems should be discussed openly, misunderstandings should be resolved and boundaries should be respected.Rahim’s teaching is about the manner in which those conversations happen.Truth spoken with empathy strengthens relationships. Anger expressed without restraint often weakens them.The goal is not silence but sensitivity.A lesson for the digital ageThe digital world has shortened the distance between emotion and action.People can block a friend, post an angry message or send a hurtful text within seconds. Yet rebuilding trust may take months or even years.Rahim’s centuries-old wisdom encourages something increasingly rare today: pause before reacting.Ask whether a harsh response is worth risking a relationship that has taken years to build.Why Rahim’s words endureGenerations have changed, societies have evolved and technology has transformed the way people connect.Yet the foundation of every meaningful relationship remains the same: trust.That is why Rahim’s doha continues to resonate after hundreds of years. It reminds us that relationships are precious not because they are impossible to break, but because they are difficult to restore once damaged.The strongest friendships, happiest families and healthiest relationships are rarely those that never experience conflict. They are the ones where people choose patience over anger, understanding over ego and conversation over silence.In the end, the thread of love is strongest when it is handled with care. Once it snaps, it may be tied again, but as Rahim wisely reminds us, the knot always remains.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosHAPS Explained: How India’s New High-Altitude Surveillance Aircraft Will Boost Defence CapabilitiesDelhi Court Reserves Order On Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam’s Fresh Bail Pleas In Riots CaseSTORY GOVT DEBUNKS E20 FUEL MYTHS 10-POINT CLARIFICATIONFresh Blow To Mamata Camp As Bengal Chief Quits During Intensifying TMC Power StrugglePM Modi Dedicates India’s 1st Greenfield Integrated Refinery-Cum-Petrochemical Complex at PachpadraRam Temple Tightens Donation Security As SIT Deepens Probe Into Alleged EmbezzlementPM Narendra Modi Opens Jodhpur’s New Airport Terminal, Launches Revamped UDAN SchemeLS Speaker Om Birla To Decide TMC And Sena Merger Claims Ahead Of Crucial Monsoon SessionBihar Restores Z-Category Security To Lalu Yadav And Rabri Devi Weeks After DowngradePunjab Congress Rift Deepens As Channi Camp Seeks Top Post, Randhawa-Shah Meeting Sparks Buzz123PhotostoriesWorld Biryani Day 2026: 12 iconic Biryanis from across India to celebrate with7 Birds that can remember human faces for years and surprise scientists with their intelligenceFrom Inland Taipan to killer bees: 5 small-sized beasts that can take a human life in minutesHow to know if you are being manipulated in a relationship: Psychologist shares 3 evident signs people often ignoreFrom America to India: The world’s most beautiful birds lost to extinction and those on the brink of disappearing foreverShopping for a Banarasi saree? 5 terms that will save you thousandsBetta Fish vs Guppies: Which one is better for beginners starting their first aquarium?5 natural alternatives to Finasteride that could help with hair growth’It honours the…’: CM Yogi Adityanath names this mango of UP as ‘Kakori Brand’7 cat breeds known for minimal shedding that make great indoor companions123Hot PicksTrump tariffsLuka Modric Net WorthEPF Scheme 2026Amarnath Yatra 2026Income Tax Return FilingMumbai rainUS unemploymentMicrosoft layoffsIndia Japal TradeTop TrendingMumbai rainDelhi rainWeather tomorrowFIFA World Cup 2026GTA 6 Estimated SizeNew England PatriotsCandace OwensFIFA War DecisionCA Toppers ListAnitha Radhakrishnan Anshula Kapoor and Rohan Thakkar wedding: Sonam Kapoor drops inside videos from festive Mehendi celebrations featuring Janhvi Kapoor ahead of July 6 nuptials African proverb of the day on love and compassion: “A child who is not embraced by the village will burn…” Unmanned autonomous systems: How naval warfare is poised for a major transformation Sikh man Vickrum Digwa seeks to appeal murder conviction, 21-year sentence in Henry Nowak killing PM Modi unveiled development projects worth Rs 1.06 lakh crore during his Rajasthan visit.TMC leader Chandrima Bhattacharya resigned from all party posts.Centre designated 23 Pakistan-based operatives as terrorists under the UAPA.Raj Thackeray accused the BJP of “arrogance with power” and targeted CM Fadnavis.Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s India debut remains the biggest talking point ahead of the 2nd T20I.Here are the top stories of the day:PM Modi unveils Rs 1.06 lakh crore projects in RajasthanPrime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation for development projects worth around Rs 1.06 lakh crore during his visit to Rajasthan. The initiatives include the new terminal at Jodhpur Airport, the Modified UDAN scheme, India’s first greenfield integrated refinery-cum-petrochemical complex, and several infrastructure projects. Read full storyTMC leader Chandrima Bhattacharya resigns from all party postsIn a setback for the Trinamool Congress, senior leader Chandrima Bhattacharya resigned from all her party positions, including her role as the authorised signatory for the party’s bank accounts and Election Commission matters. A close aide of Mamata Banerjee, Bhattacharya said she continued to hold the former West Bengal chief minister in high regard. Read full storyCentre declares 23 Pakistan-based operatives as terrorists under UAPA The Union home ministry designated 23 Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir-based operatives as terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The list includes alleged Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed members accused of planning attacks, facilitating infiltration, terror financing and recruiting operatives. Read full story Raj Thackeray accuses BJP of ‘arrogance with power’, targets FadnavisMaharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray launched a sharp attack on the BJP and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, alleging that the party had become “arrogant with power”. In a post on X, Thackeray criticised the chief minister for allegedly shielding colleagues over insensitive remarks made after two rain-related deaths in Mumbai. Read full storyAll eyes on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of India-England 2nd T20IThe 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is in focus ahead of India’s second T20I against England in Manchester, with speculation growing over his international debut. The buzz intensified after the youngster posted “New chapter” on Instagram. Former India captain Kapil Dev backed his inclusion, saying he should be judged by his ability and not by age. Follow live updates hereGet the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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Why does he keep talking about the party? His words carry no weight,” Roy told ANI. Ritabrata Banerjee joined the Trinamool Congress in 2020 after resigning from the CPM in 2017.Referring to the incident at the TMC’s office, Roy alleged that a group of people had locked the premises and that the police stopped him from removing the lock.”Yesterday, some people came and put a lock on our office. When I went to break the lock, the police arrived and wouldn’t allow me to even touch it,” he said.Claiming that the incident reflected a wider pattern, Roy added, “That is exactly what the BJP is doing. They are taking over our offices all across Bengal. They are attacking our grassroots workers. The situation in West Bengal is very bad.”Roy asserted that the TMC would continue its political fight despite the recent developments.”This is a long war, and we will fight. We don’t have any other option left,” he stated.On Friday, rebel Trinamool MLAs led by Ritabrata Banerjee, Firhad Hakim, Jawed Khan and Golam Rabbani took control of the party office on the ground floor of the Metropolitan Building off EM Bypass before locking the premises and leaving.This came even as the Election Commission has directed both TMC factions to submit their claims and counterclaims by July 6 over which group is the “real” TMC.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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When trust and confidence were no longer there, it became difficult to continue working as a party worker… I respect Kunal Ghosh, but who is he to question my loyalty, and on what basis? Mamata Banerjee knows whether I am loyal or not.”Her remarks came hours after the Mamata Banerjee-led faction accused her resignation of being a ‘pre-planned’ move and alleged that she had aligned herself with the rival faction led by expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee amid the Trinamool Congress’ deepening internal crisis.Mamata Banerjee-led faction suffered another setback, with Bhattacharya stepping down from her position barely a month after she was appointed West Bengal state president following the party’s defeat in the 2026 assembly elections.Speaking to reporters, TMC leader Kunal Ghosh said, “Chandrima Bhattacharya was our didi. When she was in office, they (the rebel faction) came. If she had remained there for some more time as president, locks would not have been put. But she left. When Mamata Banerjee was CM, Chandrima Bhattacharya held the highest number of ministerial portfolios. If she is upset, there could have been communication, but joining the opposition camp suggests that it was pre-planned.””Anyone can make any decision but when Mamata Banerjee was the CM, she (Chandrima Bhattacharya) had the most important ministry (department). Now she is showing arrogance,” he said.Bhattacharya also resigned from all other posts she held in the party. She withdrew as the authorised signatory for the Trinamool Congress and its associated organisations’ bank accounts and gave up her role as Mamata Banerjee’s authorised representative before the Election Commission.Bhattacharya was appointed West Bengal state president on June 3, replacing senior leader Subrata Bakshi during the party’s national working committee meeting at Mamata Banerjee’s Kalighat residence.In her resignation letter addressed to the TMC chief, Bhattacharya thanked Mamata for her trust and said she continued to hold her in the highest regard.”At the end I would like to state that I have the highest regards for you and will remain ever respectful to you,” she wrote.Later, Bhattacharya told reporters that her decision was prompted by a phone call from Mamata Banerjee, who allegedly blamed her for allowing the Ritabrata Banerjee-led rebel faction to take control of Trinamool Bhavan, the party’s operational headquarters in Kolkata.”I was deeply hurt when she (Mamata Banerjee) called me to say that I have handed over the party office to them (the rebels), although I do not know how I did that. It is evident that my loyalty and trustworthiness were shaken from their roots. This had never happened in the past. Once those fundamental binding forces are gone, there is no reason for me to stay in the party or return to it,” Bhattacharya said.Asked whether she planned to formally join the rebel camp, she replied, “There’s more to life than this. I am yet to decide the course I will chart.”However, shortly after speaking to the media, Bhattacharya was seen attending a meeting with leaders of the Ritabrata Banerjee-led faction at the West Bengal assembly, where she was welcomed by deputy leader of opposition Sandipan Saha.The development comes after the rebel faction took control of Trinamool Bhavan, held a meeting at the premises and changed the locks, declaring that the office would now function as its organisational headquarters.The organisational battle intensified after the rebel camp approached the Election Commission seeking recognition as the ‘real’ Trinamool Congress and staking claim to the party’s name and election symbol.The split has widened since the TMC’s defeat in the 2026 assembly elections. Several senior leaders, including former Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim, veteran MLA Jawed Khan and senior leader Golam Rabbani, have joined the Ritabrata Banerjee-led faction.The Election Commission has already asked both factions to submit documents supporting their respective claims over the party’s organisational structure, authorised signatories and control of the party by July 6, as the battle for the Trinamool Congress continues to escalate.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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Revelations have recently surfaced in Kedarnath and Badrinath, where donations were also stolen.”The Congress leader questioned why such incidents were allegedly taking place in states governed by the BJP and pointed to the composition of temple trusts.”Why is this theft happening in BJP-ruled states? Because BJP and RSS members are on this trust. Didn’t the Prime Minister and Home Minister know about these people?” he said.Ramesh also reiterated his allegations in a post on X, alleging that efforts were being made to shield those responsible.He wrote, “Prayers of the donation theft at Shri Ram Mandir are continuously being uncovered, but efforts to protect the big thieves from BJP-RSS are being made with full force. Crores of rupees in offerings from Shri Ram Mandir have been stolen, but the agencies of the country have been gagged.”The remarks come amid allegations circulating on social media over the alleged misappropriation of donations and offerings at the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple.Responding to the allegations, Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) chairman Hemant Dwivedi said the committee had acted swiftly and initiated an inquiry.In a video statement, Dwivedi said, “Regarding the news and allegations circulating on social media concerning the alleged misappropriation of donations and offerings at the Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Dham, I wish to state that the Temple Committee has taken this matter very seriously. Notices–specifically show-cause notices–have already been issued by our Chief Executive Officer to all employees and officials involved in the counting process.”He said an inquiry committee had been constituted and assured that action would follow if wrongdoing was established.”An inquiry committee has also been constituted with immediate effect. This committee will conduct its investigation and submit a report as soon as possible, which will be made public. Strict action will be taken against anyone found guilty, as this is a highly sensitive issue that we are treating with the utmost seriousness, given the deep faith millions of people place in this holy shrine. All necessary actions were initiated within 24 hours,” Dwivedi said.The BKTC chairman also rejected claims on social media regarding the alleged involvement of his personal secretary.”I also wish to clarify a point regarding claims circulating on social media about the ‘Chairman’s personal secretary.’ I want to make it clear that I do not have a personal secretary; all these individuals are Temple Committee employees. The person being referred to as the ‘personal secretary’ is actually a regular employee of the Badri-Kedar Temple Committee,” he said.Earlier this week, the BKTC had issued fresh directives for the handling of donations, offerings and other revenue across temples under its administration. In an order dated July 2, chief executive officer Sohan Singh Rangar instructed officials and employees at donation-counting centres, treasury sections, accounts branches, guest houses and puja counters at Badrinath, Kedarnath and other committee-managed temples to maintain complete transparency in the collection, safekeeping and accounting of donations.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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The party claimed that officials responsible for updating voter lists are being prevented from carrying out their work in the prescribed manner and urged the poll body to intervene.A BJP delegation led by state president BY Vijayendra, along with senior MLA and former minister S Suresh Kumar, met the chief electoral officer on Saturday and submitted a formal complaint over the issue.Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Vijayendra alleged that the Election Commission had launched the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls with the right intent, but the state government was attempting to disrupt the exercise.He claimed that instead of allowing Booth Level Officers (BLOs) to perform their duties independently, the government was putting them under pressure.”Today, pressure is being exerted on Booth Level Officers (BLOs), and they are being misused,” the Shikaripura MLA alleged.Vijayendra said the SIR exercise requires BLOs to visit households and verify voter details through a door-to-door process.”However, the BLOs are being made to sit in community halls, marriage halls, in some places in mosques, and in some places even in the offices of MLAs. We have brought such instances to the notice of the Election Commission,” Vijayendra said.The BJP has requested the Election Commission to examine the allegations and ensure that the electoral roll revision is carried out strictly in accordance with the prescribed rules and procedures.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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