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Tamil Nadu moves SC over water allocation NEW DELHI: The Tamil Nadu government on Monday approached the Supreme Court over the Cauvery water-sharing dispute, alleging that the quantum of water allocated by the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) and the amount released by neighbouring Karnataka fell short of its entitlement.The petition was filed on the directions of chief minister C Joseph Vijay after consultations with senior advocates, according to an official release. Watch ‘Mekedatu Dam Is Permanent Solution’: Karnataka CM Shivakumar After All-Party Meet On Cauvery Water”On the direction of the chief minister, to find a solution to this issue and get Tamil Nadu’s due share of water on time, a petition has been filed in the Supreme Court,” the release said.The petition said that, as of August 3, the combined storage in Karnataka’s four major Cauvery reservoirs—Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS), Kabini, Harangi and Hemavathi—stood at 77.537 thousand million cubic feet (TMC), and argued that the state was in a position to release Tamil Nadu’s proportionate share without difficulty.It further stated that following recent rainfall in the catchment areas of the KRS and Kabini reservoirs, the proportionate flow due to Tamil Nadu at the Biligundlu gauging station should have been 26.954 TMC.”Accordingly, the Cauvery Water Management Authority order allocating 4.536 TMC is very less,” the release added.The petition alleged that Karnataka had “failed” to release Tamil Nadu’s due share of Cauvery water, which it said stood at 26.954 TMC. It added that Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay directed the state to move the Supreme Court, on the advice of senior advocates, to secure a “due order”.The move comes amid renewed tensions between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu over the sharing of Cauvery waters during the ongoing monsoon season. Last week, the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) upheld the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee’s recommendation directing Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of water per day to Tamil Nadu for 15 days.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe CWMA was constituted by the Centre in 2018 following the Supreme Court’s final verdict on the decades-old Cauvery river water dispute involving Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Puducherry. 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Tamil Nadu moves SC over water allocation NEW DELHI: The Tamil Nadu government on Monday approached the Supreme Court over the Cauvery water-sharing dispute, alleging that the quantum of water allocated by the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) and the amount released by neighbouring Karnataka fell short of its entitlement.The petition was filed on the directions of chief minister C Joseph Vijay after consultations with senior advocates, according to an official release. Watch ‘Mekedatu Dam Is Permanent Solution’: Karnataka CM Shivakumar After All-Party Meet On Cauvery Water”On the direction of the chief minister, to find a solution to this issue and get Tamil Nadu’s due share of water on time, a petition has been filed in the Supreme Court,” the release said.The petition said that, as of August 3, the combined storage in Karnataka’s four major Cauvery reservoirs—Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS), Kabini, Harangi and Hemavathi—stood at 77.537 thousand million cubic feet (TMC), and argued that the state was in a position to release Tamil Nadu’s proportionate share without difficulty.It further stated that following recent rainfall in the catchment areas of the KRS and Kabini reservoirs, the proportionate flow due to Tamil Nadu at the Biligundlu gauging station should have been 26.954 TMC.”Accordingly, the Cauvery Water Management Authority order allocating 4.536 TMC is very less,” the release added.The petition alleged that Karnataka had “failed” to release Tamil Nadu’s due share of Cauvery water, which it said stood at 26.954 TMC. It added that Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay directed the state to move the Supreme Court, on the advice of senior advocates, to secure a “due order”.The move comes amid renewed tensions between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu over the sharing of Cauvery waters during the ongoing monsoon season. Last week, the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) upheld the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee’s recommendation directing Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of water per day to Tamil Nadu for 15 days.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe CWMA was constituted by the Centre in 2018 following the Supreme Court’s final verdict on the decades-old Cauvery river water dispute involving Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Puducherry. 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‘Mekedatu Dam Is Permanent Solution’: Karnataka CM Shivakumar After All-Party Meet On Cauvery Water

Tamil Nadu moves SC over water allocation

NEW DELHI: The Tamil Nadu government on Monday approached the Supreme Court over the Cauvery water-sharing dispute, alleging that the quantum of water allocated by the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) and the amount released by neighbouring Karnataka fell short of its entitlement.The petition was filed on the directions of chief minister C Joseph Vijay after consultations with senior advocates, according to an official release.“On the direction of the chief minister, to find a solution to this issue and get Tamil Nadu’s due share of water on time, a petition has been filed in the Supreme Court,” the release said.The petition said that, as of August 3, the combined storage in Karnataka’s four major Cauvery reservoirs—Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS), Kabini, Harangi and Hemavathi—stood at 77.537 thousand million cubic feet (TMC), and argued that the state was in a position to release Tamil Nadu’s proportionate share without difficulty.It further stated that following recent rainfall in the catchment areas of the KRS and Kabini reservoirs, the proportionate flow due to Tamil Nadu at the Biligundlu gauging station should have been 26.954 TMC.“Accordingly, the Cauvery Water Management Authority order allocating 4.536 TMC is very less,” the release added.The petition alleged that Karnataka had “failed” to release Tamil Nadu’s due share of Cauvery water, which it said stood at 26.954 TMC. It added that Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay directed the state to move the Supreme Court, on the advice of senior advocates, to secure a “due order”.The move comes amid renewed tensions between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu over the sharing of Cauvery waters during the ongoing monsoon season. Last week, the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) upheld the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee’s recommendation directing Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of water per day to Tamil Nadu for 15 days.

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File photo: Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann addresses the House NEW DELHI: The Punjab Assembly on Tuesday passed a resolution opposing the Centre’s E20 ethanol-blended fuel policy, expressing concern that the use of E20 fuel could damage vehicles that are not compatible with the higher ethanol blend.Punjab finance minister Harpal Singh Cheema moved the resolution on the second day of the monsoon session of the Assembly, questioning why the Centre advanced the rollout of the E20 fuel policy to 2026 instead of its earlier target of 2030.He also alleged that the BJP-led Union government had implemented the policy under pressure from the United States, the world’s largest ethanol producer.Participating in the debate, chief minister Bhagwant Mann claimed that E20 fuel had been “imposed” on the people without recommendations from experts.”There has been no expert study on the use of E20,” Mann said, alleging that vehicles were getting damaged because of the blended fuel.Questioning the Centre’s decision to accelerate the policy, Mann asked why E20, originally slated for implementation in 2030, was introduced in 2026.”Why was there such a hurry in its implementation?” he asked.The chief minister also demanded that consumers should have the choice of purchasing either E20 petrol or pure petrol at fuel stations instead of being compelled to use ethanol-blended fuel.Resolution comes amid AAP’s nationwide campaignThe Assembly resolution comes amid the Aam Aadmi Party’s nationwide campaign against the E20 fuel policy.Earlier in the day, AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal led a march towards the Prime Minister’s residence in Delhi with more than 2.30 lakh petitions opposing E20 petrol before the protesters were stopped by Delhi Police.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe party has been demanding that consumers be given the option to choose between pure petrol and E20 fuel, while also seeking lower prices for E20 if the government intends to promote its use.After the protest, Kejriwal alleged that the Centre had refused to meet the delegation despite a request for an appointment made a month ago.He claimed the government itself had acknowledged in Parliament that fuel efficiency declines with E20 and that certain engine components are affected.AAP plans to move similar resolutions against the E20 policy in the Assemblies of Gujarat, Goa and Jammu and Kashmir.The party has also held an “Ethanol Town Hall” and launched a nationwide signature campaign against the policy, arguing that vehicle owners should not be forced to use ethanol-blended fuel without adequate safeguards.Get the latest India News and Live updates. 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“Anyone who receives a madrassa education does not chant ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’,” said Keshav Prasad Maurya. NEW DELHI: Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Tuesday triggered a political row after claiming that people educated in madrassas “develop a terrorist-like mindset”.His remarks drew sharp criticism from the Samajwadi Party and prompted a defence of madrassa education from religious leaders.Speaking to reporters at Vidhan Bhavan, Maurya alleged that madrassa students do not express patriotic slogans and linked their education to extremism.”Anyone who receives a madrassa education does not chant ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ nor sing ‘Vande Mataram’, and develops a terrorist-like mindset,” he was quoted as saying by news agency PTI.The remarks were strongly criticised by senior Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Yadav, who accused the BJP of harbouring extremists.”The BJP nurtures terrorists, and they are found right in their offices. The BJP provides training to all these terrorists, and they are found in their offices and homes,” Yadav said.Maurya’s statement also drew a response from Maulana Imam Maqbool, who runs a madrassa in Barabanki. He said madrassas provide both religious and modern education and rejected any attempt to associate them with Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesterrorism.According to Maqbool, students at madrassas study not only the Holy Quran but also subjects such as Urdu, Hindi, History, English, Science, Mathematics and Computer Studies.He said many madrassa graduates have gone on to become doctors and engineers and expressed hope that more students would join the civil services as IAS and IPS officers.Maqbool added that madrassas have always promoted patriotism, brotherhood and peace, describing it as unfortunate to link them with terrorism.He also said the Holy Quran teaches people not to speak ill of others or harbour negative thoughts against them.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorRajeev SinghRajeev Singh is a Digital Content Producer with The Times of India. He covers politics, policies, defence, and conflicts for readers curious to know their implications. He loves digging into legal maxims and political trivia. On off days, when not turning pages or learning русский, he lives in the reverie of “what ifs” and “how abouts.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosNHAI Forced Into U-Turn After Posting Wrong Pic Of Rajasthan’s NH-25; Project Director SuspendedUdhayanidhi Stalin Released Hours After Arrest Over ‘Double Meaning’ RemarkSC Extends Section 498A Protection To Women In Marriage-Like Live-In RelationshipsWhatsApp Puts Multiple Accounts Under Review, Users Locked Out As Company Admits Mistakes Can HappenUdhayanidhi Stalin Detained Over Trisha Row |FIR, Political Storm & “I’ll Face It Legally” ExplainedPulwama Man Held With Hand Grenade, Anti-National Posters After Kulgam Terror AttackHigh-Level Probe Ordered As Security Forces Launch Massive Valley-Wide Manhunt | WatchSC Clarifies ‘Criminal Antecedents’ Caveat;CJP Demands Immediate Withdrawal Of FIRs Against StudentsAssam Govt Launches Relief Package As Over 1.36 Lakh People Remain Flood Affected | WatchIndian Parl Panel Grills Meta Over PM Modi Video Takedown, Seeks Mark Zuckerberg’s Apology123PhotostoriesTamannaah Bhatia turns heads with 3 dramatically different looksBleeding gums may be warning you about more than your teeth: Doctor explains the link to heart disease, stroke and diabetesThe way you react today becomes your child’s inner voice tomorrow: 7 everyday moments that shape your child’s future more than any parenting advice ever could13 iconic ice creams from around the world every dessert lover should tryHow to talk to toddlers to nurture intelligence: Science-backed tips5 hair oils that may be making your dandruff worse5 signs your partner is falling out of love with you: What to watch for before it’s too lateFrom Collarwali to Charger: 5 legendary tigers of IndiaNot lemon, baking soda or detergent: This one ingredient can remove foul smell permanently from water bottles and lunch boxesThe 7 germiest things in your hotel room that most guests touch without thinking123Hot PicksCJP nationwide tourGold Rate TodayMJPRU resultBSE SensexRBI FD ruleManmohan Singh LiberhanKarnataka cabinet expansionUdhayanidhi StalinD Y PatilTop TrendingFaridabad MurderUdhayanidhi StalinPanchkula Army Captain Wife DeathPappu Yadav Slipper AttackPM ModiKarnataka Cabinet ExpansionTrisha KrishnanD Y Patil DeathBypoll Election Result 2026Shradha Singh

“Anyone who receives a madrassa education does not chant ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’,” said Keshav Prasad Maurya. NEW DELHI: Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Tuesday triggered a political row after claiming that people educated in madrassas “develop a terrorist-like mindset”.His remarks drew sharp criticism from the Samajwadi Party and prompted a defence of madrassa education from religious leaders.Speaking to reporters at Vidhan Bhavan, Maurya alleged that madrassa students do not express patriotic slogans and linked their education to extremism.”Anyone who receives a madrassa education does not chant ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ nor sing ‘Vande Mataram’, and develops a terrorist-like mindset,” he was quoted as saying by news agency PTI.The remarks were strongly criticised by senior Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Yadav, who accused the BJP of harbouring extremists.”The BJP nurtures terrorists, and they are found right in their offices. The BJP provides training to all these terrorists, and they are found in their offices and homes,” Yadav said.Maurya’s statement also drew a response from Maulana Imam Maqbool, who runs a madrassa in Barabanki. He said madrassas provide both religious and modern education and rejected any attempt to associate them with Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesterrorism.According to Maqbool, students at madrassas study not only the Holy Quran but also subjects such as Urdu, Hindi, History, English, Science, Mathematics and Computer Studies.He said many madrassa graduates have gone on to become doctors and engineers and expressed hope that more students would join the civil services as IAS and IPS officers.Maqbool added that madrassas have always promoted patriotism, brotherhood and peace, describing it as unfortunate to link them with terrorism.He also said the Holy Quran teaches people not to speak ill of others or harbour negative thoughts against them.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorRajeev SinghRajeev Singh is a Digital Content Producer with The Times of India. He covers politics, policies, defence, and conflicts for readers curious to know their implications. He loves digging into legal maxims and political trivia. On off days, when not turning pages or learning русский, he lives in the reverie of “what ifs” and “how abouts.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosNHAI Forced Into U-Turn After Posting Wrong Pic Of Rajasthan’s NH-25; Project Director SuspendedUdhayanidhi Stalin Released Hours After Arrest Over ‘Double Meaning’ RemarkSC Extends Section 498A Protection To Women In Marriage-Like Live-In RelationshipsWhatsApp Puts Multiple Accounts Under Review, Users Locked Out As Company Admits Mistakes Can HappenUdhayanidhi Stalin Detained Over Trisha Row |FIR, Political Storm & “I’ll Face It Legally” ExplainedPulwama Man Held With Hand Grenade, Anti-National Posters After Kulgam Terror AttackHigh-Level Probe Ordered As Security Forces Launch Massive Valley-Wide Manhunt | WatchSC Clarifies ‘Criminal Antecedents’ Caveat;CJP Demands Immediate Withdrawal Of FIRs Against StudentsAssam Govt Launches Relief Package As Over 1.36 Lakh People Remain Flood Affected | WatchIndian Parl Panel Grills Meta Over PM Modi Video Takedown, Seeks Mark Zuckerberg’s Apology123PhotostoriesTamannaah Bhatia turns heads with 3 dramatically different looksBleeding gums may be warning you about more than your teeth: Doctor explains the link to heart disease, stroke and diabetesThe way you react today becomes your child’s inner voice tomorrow: 7 everyday moments that shape your child’s future more than any parenting advice ever could13 iconic ice creams from around the world every dessert lover should tryHow to talk to toddlers to nurture intelligence: Science-backed tips5 hair oils that may be making your dandruff worse5 signs your partner is falling out of love with you: What to watch for before it’s too lateFrom Collarwali to Charger: 5 legendary tigers of IndiaNot lemon, baking soda or detergent: This one ingredient can remove foul smell permanently from water bottles and lunch boxesThe 7 germiest things in your hotel room that most guests touch without thinking123Hot PicksCJP nationwide tourGold Rate TodayMJPRU resultBSE SensexRBI FD ruleManmohan Singh LiberhanKarnataka cabinet expansionUdhayanidhi StalinD Y PatilTop TrendingFaridabad MurderUdhayanidhi StalinPanchkula Army Captain Wife DeathPappu Yadav Slipper AttackPM ModiKarnataka Cabinet ExpansionTrisha KrishnanD Y Patil DeathBypoll Election Result 2026Shradha Singh

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Mamata Banerjee urges ECI to conclude inquiry, opposes further extension to Ritrabrata Banerjee NEW DELHI: Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday accused the BJP of disrespecting Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and urged people to protest against what she described as attacks on his legacy.Mamata’s remarks came a day after Netaji’s grandnephew Chandra Kumar Bose resigned from the TMC, saying he had become disillusioned with mainstream political parties and saw little difference between the BJP and the Mamata Banerjee-led party.During a Facebook Live session, Mamata said she was “deeply disappointed and heartbroken” by recent remarks made by BJP leaders about Netaji, arguing that any insult to the freedom fighter was an affront to the country as a whole.”I urge the people to come together and protest against the insult that is being meted out to Netaji,” she said.The immediate controversy followed remarks by BJP West Bengal president Samik Bhattacharya, who criticised the Forward Bloc, the party founded by Netaji, and described its members as “goons” while referring to Bose’s political differences with Hindutva ideologue Syama Prasad Mookerjee. The remarks drew criticism from opposition parties and members of Bose’s family.The BJP, however, has rejected the suggestion that the comments amounted to disrespect towards Netaji, maintaining that they were part of a political disagreement rather than an attack on his legacy.Mamata also used the Facebook Live address to raise several other political issues, including the treatment of young protesters who had demonstrated over alleged examination irregularities. She alleged that members of the Gen-Z movement had been branded “anti-national”, tortured and that their families had faced threats.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesShe further claimed that thousands of TMC workers had been jailed in West Bengal following the elections, accusing the BJP of turning the state into a “mega prison”.Mamata also alleged that TMC MPs and MLAs were being pressured to join the BJP or face imprisonment. She questioned whether the police had any role in coercing elected representatives to switch political allegiance.Mamata also raised concerns over the ongoing census exercise in Bengal, alleging that political parties had not been involved in the process and expressing doubts over whether it would be conducted fairly.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUdhayanidhi Stalin Released Hours After Arrest Over ‘Double Meaning’ RemarkSC Extends Section 498A Protection To Women In Marriage-Like Live-In RelationshipsWhatsApp Puts Multiple Accounts Under Review, Users Locked Out As Company Admits Mistakes Can HappenUdhayanidhi Stalin Detained Over Trisha Row |FIR, Political Storm & “I’ll Face It Legally” ExplainedPulwama Man Held With Hand Grenade, Anti-National Posters After Kulgam Terror AttackHigh-Level Probe Ordered As Security Forces Launch Massive Valley-Wide Manhunt | WatchSC Clarifies ‘Criminal Antecedents’ Caveat;CJP Demands Immediate Withdrawal Of FIRs Against StudentsAssam Govt Launches Relief Package As Over 1.36 Lakh People Remain Flood Affected | WatchIndian Parl Panel Grills Meta Over PM Modi Video Takedown, Seeks Mark Zuckerberg’s ApologyBankipur Shock, Datia Loss: BJP Suffers Twin Setback, But Why Isn’t It Good News For Opposition?123PhotostoriesTamannaah Bhatia turns heads with 3 dramatically different looksBleeding gums may be warning you about more than your teeth: Doctor explains the link to heart disease, stroke and diabetesThe way you react today becomes your child’s inner voice tomorrow: 7 everyday moments that shape your child’s future more than any parenting advice ever could13 iconic ice creams from around the world every dessert lover should tryHow to talk to toddlers to nurture intelligence: Science-backed tips5 hair oils that may be making your dandruff worse5 signs your partner is falling out of love with you: What to watch for before it’s too lateFrom Collarwali to Charger: 5 legendary tigers of IndiaNot lemon, baking soda or detergent: This one ingredient can remove foul smell permanently from water bottles and lunch boxesThe 7 germiest things in your hotel room that most guests touch without thinking123Hot PicksCJP nationwide tourGold Rate TodayMJPRU resultBSE SensexRBI FD ruleManmohan Singh LiberhanKarnataka cabinet expansionUdhayanidhi StalinD Y PatilTop TrendingFaridabad MurderUdhayanidhi StalinPanchkula Army Captain Wife DeathPappu Yadav Slipper AttackPM ModiKarnataka Cabinet ExpansionTrisha KrishnanD Y Patil DeathBypoll Election Result 2026Shradha Singh

Mamata Banerjee urges ECI to conclude inquiry, opposes further extension to Ritrabrata Banerjee NEW DELHI: Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday accused the BJP of disrespecting Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and urged people to protest against what she described as attacks on his legacy.Mamata’s remarks came a day after Netaji’s grandnephew Chandra Kumar Bose resigned from the TMC, saying he had become disillusioned with mainstream political parties and saw little difference between the BJP and the Mamata Banerjee-led party.During a Facebook Live session, Mamata said she was “deeply disappointed and heartbroken” by recent remarks made by BJP leaders about Netaji, arguing that any insult to the freedom fighter was an affront to the country as a whole.”I urge the people to come together and protest against the insult that is being meted out to Netaji,” she said.The immediate controversy followed remarks by BJP West Bengal president Samik Bhattacharya, who criticised the Forward Bloc, the party founded by Netaji, and described its members as “goons” while referring to Bose’s political differences with Hindutva ideologue Syama Prasad Mookerjee. The remarks drew criticism from opposition parties and members of Bose’s family.The BJP, however, has rejected the suggestion that the comments amounted to disrespect towards Netaji, maintaining that they were part of a political disagreement rather than an attack on his legacy.Mamata also used the Facebook Live address to raise several other political issues, including the treatment of young protesters who had demonstrated over alleged examination irregularities. She alleged that members of the Gen-Z movement had been branded “anti-national”, tortured and that their families had faced threats.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesShe further claimed that thousands of TMC workers had been jailed in West Bengal following the elections, accusing the BJP of turning the state into a “mega prison”.Mamata also alleged that TMC MPs and MLAs were being pressured to join the BJP or face imprisonment. She questioned whether the police had any role in coercing elected representatives to switch political allegiance.Mamata also raised concerns over the ongoing census exercise in Bengal, alleging that political parties had not been involved in the process and expressing doubts over whether it would be conducted fairly.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUdhayanidhi Stalin Released Hours After Arrest Over ‘Double Meaning’ RemarkSC Extends Section 498A Protection To Women In Marriage-Like Live-In RelationshipsWhatsApp Puts Multiple Accounts Under Review, Users Locked Out As Company Admits Mistakes Can HappenUdhayanidhi Stalin Detained Over Trisha Row |FIR, Political Storm & “I’ll Face It Legally” ExplainedPulwama Man Held With Hand Grenade, Anti-National Posters After Kulgam Terror AttackHigh-Level Probe Ordered As Security Forces Launch Massive Valley-Wide Manhunt | WatchSC Clarifies ‘Criminal Antecedents’ Caveat;CJP Demands Immediate Withdrawal Of FIRs Against StudentsAssam Govt Launches Relief Package As Over 1.36 Lakh People Remain Flood Affected | WatchIndian Parl Panel Grills Meta Over PM Modi Video Takedown, Seeks Mark Zuckerberg’s ApologyBankipur Shock, Datia Loss: BJP Suffers Twin Setback, But Why Isn’t It Good News For Opposition?123PhotostoriesTamannaah Bhatia turns heads with 3 dramatically different looksBleeding gums may be warning you about more than your teeth: Doctor explains the link to heart disease, stroke and diabetesThe way you react today becomes your child’s inner voice tomorrow: 7 everyday moments that shape your child’s future more than any parenting advice ever could13 iconic ice creams from around the world every dessert lover should tryHow to talk to toddlers to nurture intelligence: Science-backed tips5 hair oils that may be making your dandruff worse5 signs your partner is falling out of love with you: What to watch for before it’s too lateFrom Collarwali to Charger: 5 legendary tigers of IndiaNot lemon, baking soda or detergent: This one ingredient can remove foul smell permanently from water bottles and lunch boxesThe 7 germiest things in your hotel room that most guests touch without thinking123Hot PicksCJP nationwide tourGold Rate TodayMJPRU resultBSE SensexRBI FD ruleManmohan Singh LiberhanKarnataka cabinet expansionUdhayanidhi StalinD Y PatilTop TrendingFaridabad MurderUdhayanidhi StalinPanchkula Army Captain Wife DeathPappu Yadav Slipper AttackPM ModiKarnataka Cabinet ExpansionTrisha KrishnanD Y Patil DeathBypoll Election Result 2026Shradha Singh

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