Aritra Singha is a Senior Correspondent at The Free Press Journal. He covers a wide range of themes including general assignment news, government and politics, and regional and world news, with a particular focus on elections, public policy, and security policy. Aritra's work has been featured in various prominent publications, showcasing his expertise in health and wellness, as well as law enforcement and public security.
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Aritra Singha's primary focus is on government and politics, especially in the West Bengal region of India. He extensively covers announcements and developments related to political parties, law enforcement agencies, and significant legal cases.
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By: Aritra Singha
Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has lodged a complaint with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla against party MP Kalyan Banerjee, alleging repeated verbal abuse and misogyny in Parliament, which he denies. The row highlights deepening internal rifts in TMC. Amid post-poll discontent, leaders like Shantanu Sen and Biswanath Deb have voiced dissatisfaction, with some hinting at resignation over party mismanagement
By: Aritra Singha
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that Census 2027 will be conducted in the state from August 1, 2026 to February-end 2027, urging citizens to participate and cooperate. He said the exercise has no political link, while citing demographic changes and border concerns. Self-enumeration will run from Aug 1-15, followed by house-listing from Aug 16.
By: Aritra Singha
CID officers on Saturday served a notice to TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee in connection with the MLA signature case after tracing him to a Kalighat Road property in Kolkata. According to sources, he was asked to appear at Bhabani Bhawan on June 1. Banerjee claimed multiple agencies and civic bodies were targeting him but said he was unafraid.
By: Aritra Singha
West Bengal CM Suvendu on Saturday launched a statewide cervical cancer vaccination drive, targeting around 7.65 lakh 14-year-olds. According to the state government, vaccines will be administered through 881 government health centres, including medical colleges and district hospitals. Adhikari also launched the Swachh app to help citizens report garbage and sanitation issues to municipalities.
By: Aritra Singha
Kolkata Police arrested five people on Sunday over an alleged attack on TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee at Sonarpur in South 24 Parganas, officials said. Police said the arrests followed overnight raids based on video footage and a suo motu case was registered. Reports claimed two arrested persons were TMC workers, while the party linked one to BJP rallies.
By: Aritra Singha
The BJP on Sunday shared a video alleging that former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee pressured a private hospital to admit her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, despite doctors finding no major injuries after an attack in Sonarpur. The video's authenticity remains unverified. Amid the row, Mamata visited Abhishek & TMC announced statewide protests over the attack & alleged post-poll violence.
By: Aritra Singha
A day after TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly assaulted in Sonarpur, party MP Kalyan Banerjee claimed he suffered head injuries after being mobbed by BJP supporters outside Chanditala police station in Hooghly. Four people were arrested in connection with the attack on Abhishek, while Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of undermining democracy.
By: Aritra Singha
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari said the MLA signature fraud complaint came from TMC MLAs Ritabrata Banerjee and Sandipan Saha, who were later expelled by the party. He said the Speaker allowed an FIR at Hare Street police station and the CID was permitted to investigate, denying any political vendetta.
By: Aritra Singha
Mamata Banerjee held a sit-in protest in Kolkata against the BJP, accusing it of electoral manipulation and vowing to defend the Constitution. The demonstration saw limited participation from TMC legislators, while reports of meetings involving expelled party MLAs fuelled speculation about internal discontent within the ruling Trinamool Congress.
By: Aritra Singha
Senior minister Tapas Roy warned that Trinamool Congress may face a split similar to Maharashtra, citing corruption and worker dissatisfaction over 15 years of rule. Meanwhile, West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari is scheduled to visit Delhi on June 3 to meet BJP president Nitin Nabin and Union Home Minister Amit Shah ahead of distributing ministerial portfolios.
