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The second phase of West Bengal's high-stakes assembly polls kicked off vibrantly on April 29, with 142 constituencies in seven districts seeing brisk voting from morning hours. Ministers, lawmakers,...
In a stunning political statement from the world of entertainment, TV star Rupali Ganguly has thrown her weight behind BJP for the upcoming West Bengal polls. From Mumbai, the actress confided in...
Following its central committee meeting in New Delhi, the CPI(M) has released findings from its preliminary assessment of the recent assembly elections. The party voiced deep worry over the BJP’s...
In a candid assessment of Trinamool Congress’s recent electoral performance, senior MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has held the party’s external poll managers partly responsible for the setback. The...
Trinamool Congress parliamentarian Dola Sen has alleged that party supporters and common residents are facing systematic violence after the state election results. Speaking exclusively, she revealed...
In a prelude to West Bengal's high-voltage vote counting, rival supporters of TMC and BJP engaged in a brief but tense scuffle outside Bidhannagar's counting centre in North 24 Parganas district on...
In a show of bipartisan solidarity, Bihar BJP president Sanjay Sarawgi showered praise on JD(U)'s rising star Nishant Kumar for his ambitious 'Sadbhava Yatra'. He revealed that people from all walks...
In a dramatic turn in West Bengal's electoral saga, the Election Commission has mandated a full repoll in Falta amid explosive claims of systematic voter suppression by TMC. BJP stalwart Dilip Ghosh...
In a riveting forecast from New Delhi, BJP's vocal spokesperson Gaurav Vallabh has proclaimed the imminent demise of Mamata Banerjee's TMC in the 2026 Bengal polls. Speaking candidly, he warned that...
Election Commission cracks down on poll irregularities: All booths in West Bengal's Falta seat to revote on May 21. This bold step addresses 'serious electoral offenses' that marred the April 29...
In a pointed critique ahead of Assam's assembly poll results, opposition leader Debabrata Saikia dismissed exit polls as unreliable barometers of voter intent. The Congress heavyweight from Nazira...
West Bengal's election machinery proved its mettle as repolling at 15 sensitive booths in South 24 Parganas wrapped up without incident on Saturday. Starting sharp at 7 AM under heavy central...
West Bengal's political landscape heated up as the Supreme Court stepped in to ensure equitable vote counting personnel deployment, prompting cheers from the ruling Trinamool Congress. The court's...
The Supreme Court's refusal to meddle in the Election Commission's arrangements for West Bengal's vote counting has sparked jubilation among BJP ranks. On Saturday, party leaders hailed the decision...
Tensions soar in West Bengal's electoral battleground as repolling decisions ignite a firestorm of accusations. BJP heavyweights across cities have thrown their weight behind the Election...
The political temperature in West Bengal soared after the Supreme Court turned down TMC's urgent plea against central officials overseeing vote counting in the state assembly elections. BJP leaders...
In a strategic move ahead of West Bengal's assembly election results, TMC chief Mamata Banerjee and her nephew Abhishek Banerjee will speak to party counting representatives via video conference on...
Saturday brought a second chance for democracy in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas, where 15 polling booths in Magrahat West and Diamond Harbour reopened following serious complaints of booth...
The Election Commission has ordered a redo of voting at 15 polling stations in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas, specifically in Magarhat West and Diamond Harbour seats, for the 2026 Assembly polls....
The suspense in West Bengal thickens as assembly polls conclude and results loom on May 4. BJP's fiery state chief Samik Bhattacharya broke his silence on Friday, asserting that Mamata Banerjee's...
West Bengal is on the cusp of a political transformation, according to Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar. The BJP leader confidently stated that his party will secure a two-thirds majority, forming the...
In a blistering attack on the Election Commission, TMC MP Dola Sen on Monday accused poll officials of compromising strong room security during West Bengal's fiercely contested assembly elections....
The political temperature in West Bengal soared as BJP heavyweight Suvendu Adhikari tore into Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, labeling her strong room intrusion and EVM tampering fears as a desperate...
West Bengal is rewriting electoral history with a staggering 91.66% voter turnout in the second phase of its assembly elections, the highest ever for any second phase post-independence. Announced by...
Ayodhya's spiritual leaders have sparked intrigue with their divided opinions on West Bengal's assembly election exit polls, just after the second phase voting wrapped up on 142 seats. In a candid...
In a sharp critique, senior Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Wednesday flagged a burgeoning anti-establishment fervor in West Bengal, leaving Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visibly unsettled....
In a high-stakes electoral blitz, the BJP has mounted a full-spectrum offensive in West Bengal, deploying its heaviest hitters to challenge Mamata Banerjee's stronghold. This assembly poll isn't just...
In the heart of Kolkata, with polling underway for West Bengal's second phase covering 142 seats, Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal spoke candidly to reporters about the day's challenges. His...
In a boost for the BJP, the second phase of West Bengal assembly polls kicked off with high voter enthusiasm on 142 seats. BJP firebrand Locket Chatterjee voted early in Baranagar and shared her...
As voting heats up in West Bengal's high-stakes assembly polls, TMC parliamentarian Sayoni Ghosh unleashed a scathing attack on BJP's bombastic predictions of triumph. In an exclusive post-voting...
As the second phase of West Bengal assembly elections unfolds across 142 seats, Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal is leveraging CCTV networks for comprehensive monitoring. From Kolkata's election...
Vibrant participation defines the second phase of West Bengal's 2026 polls, covering 142 seats. Polling stations across the state witnessed eager crowds from early morning, underscoring the...
The second round of West Bengal's 2026 Assembly elections unfolded with remarkable energy on April 29, as prominent leaders urged maximum voter participation. TMC firebrand Mahua Moitra led by...
Long lines snaked around polling booths in Kolkata and beyond as West Bengal's second phase voting for the 2026 Assembly polls got underway. BJP hopefuls wasted no time claiming the momentum was...
The second phase of West Bengal's fiercely contested Assembly elections commenced on 142 seats, with polling stations buzzing since 7 AM. Voter turnout promises to surpass previous benchmarks, fueled...
West Bengal's electoral battle intensifies with Union Home Minister Amit Shah issuing a clarion call on social media platform X during the second and final phase of voting. Targeting mothers,...
A storm of controversy has hit Uttar Pradesh politics over a viral video featuring IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma, the famed encounter specialist from the UP cadre. Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh...
With West Bengal's second phase voting just hours away on April 29, Patna's political circles are abuzz. NDA heavyweights have unleashed a barrage of criticism against Mamata Banerjee's regime,...
As West Bengal gears up for the crucial second phase of voting, the Election Commission is leaving no stone unturned to protect voters from intimidation. Central forces have been specifically tasked...
In a surge of optimism, leaders from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) anticipate a historic win in West Bengal's ongoing assembly polls, fueled by public exasperation with Chief Minister Mamata...
With West Bengal's second phase elections looming on April 29, the Election Commission of India has instructed law enforcement to crack down on a derogatory meme video featuring Chief Minister Mamata...
Kolkata's high court made a key adjustment on Monday to motorcycle usage rules just before the final leg of West Bengal's assembly polls. A division bench of Justices Shampa Sarkar and Ajay Kumar...
In a spectacle of saffron solidarity, BJP national president Nitin Nabin was greeted by an overwhelming public turnout in Jaipur on Monday. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma spearheaded the grand...
As West Bengal braces for the decisive second phase of assembly elections on April 29, the Election Commission's flying squads and security forces have notched up seizures totaling ₹510.10 crore....
BJP firebrand Sakshi Maharaj lit up the political discourse in Unnao with his witty endorsement of seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs switching to BJP, invoking the proverb, 'Dawn breaks only when you wake...
With the second phase of West Bengal's high-stakes assembly elections just two days away on April 29, the Election Commission is leaving no stone unturned to safeguard the democratic process. A key...
In a show of fervent support, residents of Barrackpore turned out in droves for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Vijay Sankalp rally on Monday. Conversations with attendees revealed deep frustration...
In a bold assertion, BJP leader and former Bihar minister Ramkripal Yadav has endorsed Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary's aggressive stance against administrative foot-dragging. Speaking to...
In a stirring appeal amid West Bengal's bustling campaign trail, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday championed selfless service as the ultimate pillar of national might. Posting on X, he...
The streets of Kolkata pulsed with BJP fervor as national president JP Nadda led a massive roadshow, boldly proclaiming the end of Mamata Banerjee's reign. Addressing the media amid cheering crowds...
In a dazzling display of public fervor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's roadshow lit up Kolkata's streets on Sunday, energizing the campaign for West Bengal's second-phase polls. What stood out amid...
Haryana Cabinet Minister Anil Vij made headlines with his fiery prediction during a media interaction in Ambala: West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee will flee the state on May 4 once the assembly election...
In a moment blending spirituality and politics, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the 300-year-old Thanthania Kali Temple during his roadshow in Kolkata on Sunday, invoking blessings for the...
Gorakhpur MP and actor Ravi Kishan descended on West Bengal's North Howrah on April 26, electrifying BJP campaigns with roadshows and rallies. As assembly polls heat up, Kishan assured supporters...
Senior BJP figure Jay Prakash Dalal made headlines from Bhiwani on April 26, forecasting the end of Mamata Banerjee's rule in West Bengal. The Haryana leader confidently stated that BJP's government...
TEHATTA, WEST BENGAL: Union Home Minister Amit Shah rallied supporters in Tehatta on April 26, painting a vivid picture of a transformed West Bengal under BJP governance. He claimed the first phase...
In a blend of devotion and determination, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Matua Thakur Temple in West Bengal on Sunday, pausing his fiery election campaign for solemn worship. Honoring the...
West Bengal's Baharampur constituency turned into a flashpoint of electoral violence as a family loyal to Congress candidate Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury became the target of a savage mob attack. Chowdhury...
With polling underway in the second phase of Bengal polls, Baranagar TMC hopeful Sayantika Banerjee urged constituents to back the ruling party. In a candid interview, she highlighted Mamata...
In a fiery broadside from the national capital, BJP spokesperson Gaurav Vallabh has forecast a humiliating defeat for TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee in the West Bengal elections. On April 25, during an...
West Bengal's political landscape is heating up as the second phase of assembly elections approaches on April 29. BJP's former national president and Union Minister JP Nadda, fresh from a high-energy...
As West Bengal gears up for the crucial second phase of assembly polls, senior Congress leaders Pramod Tiwari and Akhilesh Prasad Singh made headlines on Saturday by proclaiming their party's...
The streets of Baranagar pulsed with saffron fervor on Saturday as BJP chief Nitin Gadkari spearheaded a colossal roadshow, ramping up the heat for West Bengal's assembly polls second phase. With...
In a electrifying display of confidence, Union Home Minister Amit Shah led a massive roadshow in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas on Friday, just a day after the first phase of assembly elections saw...
Former Indian cricketer Yusuf Pathan, now a vocal TMC parliamentarian, stole the spotlight at a grand roadshow in West Bengal's Mangalkote supporting candidate Apurba Chaudhary. Addressing reporters,...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi electrified a massive crowd in Dum Dum on Friday, as West Bengal gears up for phase two voting. He celebrated the first phase results as BJP's triumph horn, where people...
The political heat in West Bengal has intensified with Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launching a blistering attack on TMC's Derek O'Brien for his undignified remarks following record voter...
West Bengal set a new benchmark in electoral participation with 91.78% voting in the inaugural phase, eclipsing the previous high from 2011. The Supreme Court, led by the Chief Justice, voiced...
Voter turnout shattered records in West Bengal's first assembly poll phase, igniting a firestorm of reactions from political heavyweights. With over 92% participation—surpassing Tamil Nadu's...
The political heat in Bihar intensifies ahead of Friday's floor test for Samrat Choudhary's freshly minted administration. Key allies are projecting unshakeable confidence, with Rashtriya Lok Morcha...
West Bengal's assembly polls kicked off with a bang as the first phase logged a staggering 90% voter turnout, fueling Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's assertion that her Trinamool Congress has...
Muradabad emerged as the backdrop for Samajwadi Party heavyweight ST Hasan's scathing attack on the handling of election violence in West Bengal's Murshidabad. Amid voting chaos involving renegade...
An electrifying wave of voter enthusiasm swept West Bengal's first phase and Tamil Nadu's assembly polls, with turnout figures smashing expectations. By evening, Bengal recorded a staggering 89.93%,...
In a surprising turn amid West Bengal's high-stakes assembly polls, Congress parliamentarian Tariq Anwar has publicly acknowledged a pro-Mamata Banerjee wave sweeping the state. Contesting...
India's democratic pulse is beating strong with exceptional voter turnout in West Bengal's first phase assembly polls, reaching 78.77% by 3 PM Thursday—the highest so far. Tamil Nadu isn't far behind...
In a dramatic turn during West Bengal's first-phase Assembly polls, Baharampur Congress contender Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury slammed poll officials for EVM malfunctions and dismal arrangements at polling...
Amid the fervor of West Bengal's first phase polling on 152 assembly seats, a shocking assault on BJP's Suvendu Adhikari has ignited a firestorm. Alleged TMC supporters roughed up the candidate in...
In a sharp critique amid West Bengal's high-stakes assembly polls, UP Minister Danish Azad Ansari forecasted Mamata Banerjee's political downfall. With the first phase voting underway on 152...
From Patna's political corridors, Bihar's NDA heavyweights are projecting triumph for their alliance in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu elections. Dismissing incumbent dominance, they foresee a clean...
As the sun rose on Thursday, West Bengal's first phase polling witnessed a robust 41.11% turnout by 11 AM, compared to Tamil Nadu's steady 37.56%, according to Election Commission data. This strong...
In a display of proactive election management, West Bengal's CEO is glued to screens at Kolkata's Integrated Command and Control Center, monitoring webcasts and media feeds from polling stations...
The inaugural round of West Bengal's fiercely contested assembly elections is in full swing today, covering 152 constituencies spanning 16 districts. Amid heavy deployment of security personnel,...
In a spirited display of optimism, BJP's Asansol South nominee Agnimitra Paul voted on Thursday and proclaimed the end of TMC's reign in West Bengal. The high-profile candidate, known for her...
The first phase of West Bengal's high-stakes Assembly elections unfolded Thursday morning, drawing massive crowds to 152 seats across 16 diverse districts. From the misty hills of Darjeeling to the...
The first phase of West Bengal assembly polls is underway since 7 AM on Thursday, engaging 152 constituencies in 16 districts from the northern hills to southern plains. Polling stations across the...
With West Bengal's high-stakes Assembly elections kicking off tomorrow, the Election Commission stepped in Wednesday to ease motorcycle riding prohibitions. Office commuters displaying valid IDs can...
Samajwadi Party firebrand MLA Ravidas Mehrotra turned up the heat on Wednesday, launching a multi-pronged assault on the Modi-led Centre and UP's BJP regime. His remarks, delivered in a candid...
In a rallying cry ahead of West Bengal's crucial first-phase voting on 152 assembly seats, BJP president Nitin Nabin warned that Mamata Banerjee's TMC government is on the brink of collapse....
Thousands braved intense heat in Howrah's Udaynarayanpur to hear UP CM Yogi Adityanath, undeterred by TMC hooligans' intimidation. At BJP's Prabhakar Pandit rally, Yogi predicted TMC's reverse count...
As assembly polls loom in five states, India's Election Commission has orchestrated one of its most aggressive enforcement drives yet, confiscating illicit goods exceeding ₹1,072 crore in Tamil Nadu...
West Bengal's political landscape heated up as Union Home Minister Amit Shah unleashed a barrage of promises and warnings during his rally in North 24 Parganas. Speaking in Howrah, the BJP stalwart...
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath set the stage ablaze in Chakdaha, Nadia, envisioning a resurgent West Bengal under BJP's double engine model. Revering the district as the sacred soil of Vaishnava...
In a scathing critique amid escalating pre-poll banter, Congress MP Imran Masood from Saharanpur has forecast a decisive victory for West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, sidelining the BJP...
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma turned heads during his whirlwind West Bengal campaign, confidently predicting a BJP juggernaut that could rewrite electoral history. From the bustling rally grounds of...
West Bengal's political landscape braces for assembly elections with Governor R.N. Ravi announcing a 24x7 helpline on Tuesday, specifically targeting the April 23 and 29 phases. Designed to promote...
West Bengal's election fervor intensifies as Yusuf Pathan, the cricket star turned TMC politician, led a spirited rally backing candidate Sandeepan Saha. On Tuesday, Pathan reiterated his faith in...
West Bengal's political landscape heated up as Union Home Minister Amit Shah wrapped up the first phase of election campaigning with a high-octane rally in Chandipur. On Tuesday, Shah didn't hold...
CHENNAI/KOLKATA: The clock is ticking down to the 6 PM campaigning cutoff, and leaders in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu are pulling out all stops ahead of the April 23 assembly polls. From star...
In a confident proclamation from Ranchi, BJP leader Pratul Shah Deo declared that West Bengal's assembly polls will usher in a BJP-led government. The public, weary of TMC's governance, is ready for...
The West Bengal assembly polls have sparked a barrage of campaign fervor from all major parties. Amid this, JDU's vocal spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan predicts a grim future for TMC's return to...