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Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan meets PM Modi in Delhi to seek approval from Centre for Silverline Project

It is reported that during the meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office in the Parliament, Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan briefed PM about the project, its current status and the clearance that is required.

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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday to seek the clearance of Rs 63,000 crore project for the Silverline semi-high speed rail project.

It is reported that during the meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office in the Parliament, Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan briefed PM about the project, its current status and the clearance that is required. The reports suggest that PM did listen to what he had to say but did not give any commitment to him for the clearance. Chief Minister Vijayan will do a press conference at 4 pm today.

Meanwhile, the state has been witnessing widespread protest against the project, a prominent social activist Medha Patkar also led the agitations in front of the Secretariat on Thursday.

Read Also: Birbhum violence: Mamata Banerjee meets victim’s families, promises compensation of Rs 2 lakh, jobs, speedy justice

This project is also being opposed by the opposition Congress-led UDF, which is alleging that the project is unscientific and impractical and this put a huge financial burden on the state.

It is reported that in the Silverline Railway project there will be a 529 km long stretch and it will link Thiruvananthapuram that is in the South to Kasaragod in north Kerala. This project will cover 11 districts through 11 stations. The journey between the two stations is expected to take four hours and currently, it takes around 12hours to reach from one point to the other.

In other news, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday met the families affected by Birbhum violence in which 8 people were burnt alive by a mob on Tuesday, an incident that has triggered a massive political backlash. On her maiden visit to the violence-hit village, the West Bengal CM promised Rs 2 lakh compensation for rebuilding the scorched homes, jobs to families affected by the violence and speedy justice.

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Retired bureaucrats appointed by Mamata Banerjee barred from Bengal offices ahead of BJP government formation

Retired bureaucrats appointed under Mamata Banerjee have been barred from government offices as West Bengal prepares for a BJP-led administration.

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In a significant administrative development following the West Bengal Assembly election results, several retired bureaucrats appointed during the tenure of Mamata Banerjee have reportedly been barred from entering state government offices.

The decision comes at a time when the Bharatiya Janata Party is preparing to form its first government in the state after securing a decisive mandate. The move is seen as part of the transition process as the outgoing administration makes way for the incoming regime.

Officials indicated that the restrictions apply specifically to retired personnel who had been given contractual or advisory roles under the previous government. These individuals have now been asked not to access offices or handle official work.

The development follows a broader directive issued by the state administration to ensure that no official documents or records are removed, damaged, or tampered with during the transition period. Authorities have emphasised strict accountability, placing responsibility on departmental heads to safeguard files and maintain proper records.

The political backdrop to this move is the sweeping victory of the BJP in the 2026 West Bengal elections, marking a major shift in the state’s political landscape after years of Trinamool Congress rule.

With the new government expected to take charge soon, administrative reshuffling and tightening of access to government infrastructure are being viewed as measures to ensure a smooth and transparent handover of power.

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Mamata Banerjee questions poll process, targets Election Commission after defeat

Mamata Banerjee accuses the Election Commission of misconduct after BJP’s historic win in West Bengal, questioning the fairness of the electoral process.

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TMC chief alleges irregularities in electoral process as BJP secures decisive victory in West Bengal

Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Election Commission of India, accusing it of playing “nasty games” during the recently concluded West Bengal Assembly elections.

Reacting to her party’s defeat, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief alleged that the electoral process was not conducted fairly and raised serious concerns over the role of authorities in the outcome.

According to reports, Banerjee claimed that the mandate did not reflect the true will of the people, suggesting that irregularities and manipulation may have influenced the results. She questioned the credibility of the election process and indicated that her party would review the situation further.

The remarks came after the Bharatiya Janata Party registered a historic win in West Bengal, marking a major political shift in the state.

Banerjee’s criticism adds to a series of allegations made during and after the election period, where she had earlier also raised concerns about counting procedures and the conduct of central agencies.

Despite the setback, the TMC leadership has signalled that it will continue to challenge the results politically, while maintaining that democratic norms must be upheld.

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Himanta Biswa Sarma attacks Congress after Assam win, says people made Pawan Khera eat Pera

Himanta Biswa Sarma targets Congress after BJP’s Assam win, saying voters made Pawan Khera eat pera.

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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a sharp attack on the Congress after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led alliance secured a decisive victory in the 2026 Assam Assembly elections.

Reacting to the results, Sarma took a swipe at Congress leader Pawan Khera, saying that the people of Assam had made him “eat pera,” a remark aimed at highlighting the party’s defeat in the state.

The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) registered a commanding win, marking its third consecutive term in Assam. The BJP itself won a significant number of seats, while its allies — the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) — also contributed to the alliance’s strong tally.

The victory underlines the BJP’s continued dominance in the northeastern state, with Sarma emerging as the central figure in the party’s campaign and governance narrative.

Political observers note that the scale of the mandate reflects voter support for the party’s leadership and its governance approach, even as the opposition struggled to mount an effective challenge.

With this result, the BJP has further strengthened its position in Assam’s political landscape, while the Congress faces renewed questions over its performance in the state.

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