Is Abhishek Banerjee Set to Lose TMC’s Lok Sabha Leadership?

Amid growing internal churn within the Trinamool Congress, sources indicate that Abhishek Banerjee may not continue as the party’s leader in the Lok Sabha beyond mid-June. Multiple party insiders suggest that a significant section of TMC MPs have informally conveyed their preference for a change in parliamentary leadership, citing the need for a more consensus-driven approach ahead of a politically crucial period.

While no formal resolution has been moved yet, discussions are understood to be underway within the parliamentary party, with senior MPs reportedly weighing in on the transition. The development comes at a time when the TMC is recalibrating its national strategy and parliamentary positioning, particularly in the context of opposition coordination and issue-based alignments.

There has been no official statement from the party leadership or from Banerjee himself. However, sources maintain that the decision, if formalised, would be projected as an internal organisational adjustment rather than a disciplinary or performance-linked move.

The TMC leadership is expected to take a final call in the coming days.

BJP unlikely to renominate Former PM Deve Gowda to Rajya Sabha, future course uncertain

Uncertainty surrounds former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda’s potential return to Parliament as the BJP’s decision to contest his Rajya Sabha seat signals a possible shift in political equations. With the party unlikely to back his renomination, speculation is mounting over whether this marks the twilight of his long and influential public life.

However, sources close to the Janata Dal (Secular) patriarch insist he is not preparing to withdraw from active politics. They point to his continued engagement with organisational affairs, regular consultations with party leaders, and a sustained interest in shaping Karnataka’s political direction.

The BJP’s recalibration is also being read in the context of its evolving strategy in the state, particularly as it seeks to consolidate its own leadership pipeline ahead of future electoral contests.

For Gowda, who doesn't have age on his side, the immediate question may not be of his retirement, but rather how he chooses to keep his party relevant in a rapidly changing landscape. Observers note that backchannel negotiations and possible alternative routes to Parliament cannot be ruled out at this stage.

Media Blitz Planned as PM Modi Marks 12 Years in Power, Surpasses Nehru!

Television networks and digital platforms across India are preparing extensive programming to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi completing 12 uninterrupted years in office, a milestone that places him ahead of Jawaharlal Nehru in terms of continuous tenure as Prime Minister.

According to sources, major media houses are coordinating special broadcasts, panel discussions, and retrospective segments highlighting key policy decisions, electoral victories, and governance milestones since 2014. The coverage is expected to span themes ranging from economic reforms and welfare delivery to foreign policy and national security.

The Bharatiya Janata Party is also gearing up for a synchronized outreach effort. Senior party leaders and official spokespersons have reportedly been tasked with maintaining a near-continuous media presence, attending debates, interviews, and regional events across multiple states. This strategy aims to reinforce the government’s narrative while countering opposition criticism in real time.

Party insiders indicate that the communication push will not remain limited to national platforms but will extend deep into regional media ecosystems, reflecting a calibrated attempt to shape public discourse ahead of upcoming electoral cycles.