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Bengal's Cut Money Storm: Villagers Receive Cash Back From TMC Workers

| Jun 02, 2026, 09:02:44 AM | TOI.in
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An unusual scene unfolded in West Bengal's Cooch Behar district where local Trinamool Congress leaders and workers reportedly returned money to villagers during a public gathering in Mathabhanga's Fakirer Kuthi area. The refunds are being linked to allegations of "cut money" collections and payments taken on various pretexts, including land dispute settlements. Opposition leaders claim large sums were collected over the years, while several villagers say they have now received part of their money back. The development has triggered a fresh political row, raising questions over accountability, local governance and alleged corruption at the grassroots level.

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Fresh tensions are rising in the Middle East after reports from Iranian state-linked media suggest Tehran may be signaling a broader maritime escalation strategy involving allied groups, including the Houthis. According to statements attributed to IRGC leadership, discussions within the “resistance axis” are reportedly focusing on expanding pressure beyond existing conflict zones, potentially affecting key global shipping routes. One of the areas mentioned is the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a critical chokepoint linking the Red Sea to the Suez Canal and carrying nearly 15% of global maritime trade. Any disruption in this corridor could have immediate global economic and energy implications. Markets have already reacted with oil prices ticking higher amid renewed fears of instability across vital sea lanes.#Iran #Houthis #MiddleEast #BabAlMandab #StraitOfHormuz #IRGC #Geopolitics #BreakingNews #OilPrices #RedSea #ShippingRoutes #WorldNews #CrisisAlert

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