Kolkata Civic Polls

WB polls: TMC supporters gear up for win

Kolkata: Less than 24 hours to go for the day Bengal has waited for with bated breath and all roads lead to Kalighat. Workers are working overtime to spruce up the place - well-wishers are trooping in with flowers and sweets, party leaders are making a beeline to her office for last minute planning, even the chairs are painted in Trinamool colours of green. Khokon, 27, has been working here every election but this time he says he doesnt mind the sweat.

Khokon said, "We are working very hard but it doesnt matter. We are all waiting for the May 13."

Amidst an army of journalists camping outside Mamatas house is this family from Sunderban, 28-year-old Sadhon has come with his wife and child to see Mamata Banerjee in person for the first time.

Sadhon said, "I have come from Sunderban. I am so happy to catch a glimpse of her. I havent seen so many media people in my life."...more    

Left Front licks its wounds, turnaround tough

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Forward Bloc blames CPM's 'arrogance' for defeat

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Mamata: from street fighter to mass leader

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Bengal results out: Mamata smiles, Left glum

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Pranab congratulates Mamata for civic poll win

The initial results of municipal corporations across West Bengal indicate a big victory for the Trinamool Congress. ...  

Rizwanur's brother loses in Kolkata civic poll

Rizwanur was found dead just a month after his marriage to Priyanka Todi, the daughter of a prominent city businessman. ...  

Will the Left's loss and Mamata's win be beneficial for Bengal and India?

Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress has put up an impressive performance in the Bengal civic elections with a huge sweep in Kolkata. The state also goes to Assembly polls next year. Will the outcome in the civic polls have a bearing on the Assembly elections? Will the Left's loss and Mamata's win be beneficial for Bengal and India? 

TMC decimates Left in Bengal, wins Kolkata

West Bengal's urban voters gave the thumbs down to the Left, which suffered a humiliating defeat. ...  

I have full faith in people, says Mamata

Trinamool Congress President Mamata Banerjee declined to comment on her relation with the Congress party. ...