CPI(M) Stand on Simultaneous Elections

On January 7, the CPI(M) released the full text of its response submitted on December 7, 2023 to the High Level Committee – One Nation, One Election. Below we publish the full text of this response.

WB: DYFI Brigade Rally Gears Up for Booth Level Outreach

PUTTING all apprehensions of the mainstream media to rest, the Brigade Parade Ground rally organised by DYFI West Bengal state committee on January 7, recorded an outstanding turnout with the presence of thousands and thousands of vibrant students and youth who had come from different parts of the state adding a special dimension. At about noon, marches from various corners of the city gathered together and the vast ground was filled to the brim in no time. The marches were punctuated by thousands of young DYFI supporters enthusiastically chanting slogans such as “We shall fight, we shall

Withdraw ESMA on Anganwadi Workers in AP: AIFAWH

THE All India Federation of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers (AIFAWH), in a statement issued on January 9, has vehemently condemned the imposition of the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) on striking anganwadi workers and helpers by the Andhra Pradesh state government.

All India Lawyers Union Holds National Conference

THE 14th national conference of the All India Lawyers Union (AILU) took place at Ashok Bakshi Manch (Sarat Sadan) in Naranarayan Gooptu Nagar (Howrah), West Bengal, from December 28-30, 2023. The conference centered around the theme "Fight communalism, save constitution, and save democracy."On the morning of the 28th, Rabilal Moitra, vice president of AILU and former law minister of West Bengal, hoisted the flag, marking the commencement of the conference proceedings.

A Brief Comment on the Political Developments in Bihar

NATIONAL executive meetings and conferences are routine events for political parties, where discussions encompass a wide range of issues, including the national economy, political landscape, organisational matters, and various other concerns.

Punjab: Daily Desh Sewak Celebrates Foundation Day

THOMAS Isaac, the former finance minister of Kerala and a distinguished economist, asserted that the Left government in Kerala has successfully elevated the standard of living for its ordinary citizens beyond that of any other state in India. He made these remarks during the 29th foundation day ceremony of the Punjabi Daily Desh Sewak at Bhakna Bhawan in Chandigarh on January 1.

Manipur: CPI(M) Condemns Lilong Incident, Calls for Swift Action

THE CPI(M) Manipur state secretariat met on January 2 to address the current state of affairs following the May 3 incident. The gathering observed two minutes of silence in remembrance of the four people who lost their lives in the Lilong Chingjao incident on New Year, perpetrated by unidentified gunmen.

Jharkhand: CPI(M) Holds Public Hearings on People’s Issues

AFTER holding public hearings on various issues concerning the people of the Santal Pargana division of Jharkhand from December 19 to 22, the CPI(M) has resolved to hold a month-long campaign in the panchayats of the four districts – Godda, Sahebganj, Pakur and Deoghar – comprising the division, in January 2024.The first public hearing was conducted at the mining project site of Rajmahal Opencast Coal Project, of Coal India's ECL company, in Godda district. Hundreds of farmers who had given their land for mining work gathered there.

Tripura: Janashiksha Samity and Ganamukti Parishad Foundation Days Observed

THE weeklong observance of the 79th anniversary of Janashiksha Samity and the 75th foundation day of Tripura Rajya Ganamukti Parishad (GMP) commenced throughout the state on December 27. Party and GMP flags were hoisted in all Party offices, accompanied by floral tributes to the legendary founding leaders. Various programmes have been planned at the sub-division level, including hall meetings and processions.In Agartala, responding to the call of the GMP, TYF, and TSU, an overflowing hall meeting took place at Town Hall on December 27.

Safdar Hashmi Shahadat Divas

HUNDREDS of local residents, including women, men, and children, braved the freezing weather on January 1st this year to assemble at Ambedkar Park in Jhandapur to remember Safdar Hashmi on his 35th martyrdom day programme.

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