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On this Special Report, the focus is on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Singur in West Bengal, where he sounded the poll bugle for the upcoming elections. During his address, the Prime Minister asserted that 'Bengal needs to end TMC's 15-year-long jangal raj for asli parivartan' (real change). He launched various development projects worth over 830 crore rupees, emphasizing his push for 'vikas' in the state. Prime Minister Modi accused the Mamata Banerjee-led government of sheltering infiltrators to create a vote bank and endangering women's safety. He further alleged that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) is stalling central schemes and threatening the state's welfare. The Prime Minister called for a regime change, using the slogan 'Paltano dorkar, chaiye BJP sarkar.' In response, the TMC dismissed the visit, labeling the Prime Minister a 'political tourist' and accusing him of spinning fantasies regarding the state's demographic balance.

On this Special Report, India Today reporter Shreya Chatterjee provides updates as Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay arrives in Delhi for his second round of questioning by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The actor-turned-politician is scheduled to appear before the agency tomorrow at 11 AM regarding the Karur stampede incident. Shreya Chatterjee notes that 'He will continue facing the questions on the charges of a seven hours delay that allegedly has been blamed for the entire Karoos Trampede'. The questioning is expected to focus on the planning of the political program and the alleged lack of permissions. The report also highlights the anticipated presence of fans at the CBI headquarters, noting that the TVK chief has a significant following in the national capital. Vijay had previously requested a delay in the summons due to the Pongal festival break.

On this Special Report, the focus is on the escalating political battle in West Bengal between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). TMC spokesperson Tausifur Rehman challenged the Prime Minister's role, asking, 'Is he a prime minister of BJP or India?' during a heated debate on development and national security. The discussion features insights from BJP national spokesperson Rohan Gupta, political analyst Monajit Mandal, and senior journalist Aarti Jerath. Key issues raised include the implementation of the Special Information Report (SIR) for voter rolls, allegations of fund blockades by the Centre, and the impact of anti-incumbency against the Mamata Banerjee government after 15 years in power. The panel explores whether the BJP can successfully challenge the TMC's 'Bengali Asmita' narrative and the emerging leadership of Abhishek Banerjee ahead of the upcoming elections.

On this Special Report, the focus is on the intensifying political battle in West Bengal as Prime Minister Narendra Modi sounds the poll bugle in Singur. Launching development projects worth over ₹830 crore, the Prime Minister asserted that the state needs to end the Trinamool Congress's (TMC) 15-year rule to achieve 'asli parivartan' or real change. During his address, Narendra Modi stated, 'TMC is taking out its enmity from the people of Bengal' by allegedly stalling central welfare schemes and shielding infiltrators for vote-bank politics. The programme features a heated debate between BJP spokesperson Rohan Gupta and TMC representative Tausifur Rehman over issues of national security, the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), and the alleged blocking of central funds. Analysts also weigh in on whether the BJP's strategy of 'Paltano Dorkar' (need for change) can effectively counter Mamata Banerjee's grassroots influence and the rising role of Abhishek Banerjee in the state's political landscape.