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May 5, 2026, 08:55 AM

BJP's Historic Victories in West Bengal, Assam, and Pondicherry: A New Era of Development and Good Governance

Rajkot, Dt. 5: Rajya Sabha MP Rambhai Mokariya has extended his heartiest congratulations to the people of the three states, the state leadership and lakhs of workers for the historic victory in West Bengal and the landslide mandate given to the Bharatiya Janata Party in Assam and the Union Territory of Pondicherry. Rambhai Mokariya said that this victory belongs to three different cultures, but the message is the same - development, good governance and people's unwavering faith in nationalism. The people of West Bengal have rejected appeasement and anarchy and have re-established the ideas of Swami Vivekananda, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and ડૉ.શ્‍યામા Prasad Mukherjee. This is the beginning of the construction of'Sonar Bangla '. Lakhs of workers of Bengal have been relieved of the numerous sufferings under the previous Mamata government. I salute their sacrifice and dedication. I am confident that the BJP government in Bengal will realize the dream of'Sonar Bangla'and now all the schemes of the central government will fully benefit the people of Bengal.

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Akila News✓

May 5, 2026, 08:53 AM

BJP Sweeps Gujarat Civic Elections: Organization and Micro-Management Prove Key Factors

The results of the Gujarat civic elections have once again made the political equations clear. The BJP's saffron wave has swept across the state's metros and rural areas, including Rajkot. The saffron wave has washed away all claims of the opposition parties. The anti-BJP atmosphere that was discussed before the elections has proved to be a boon as soon as the results came. The people have once again reposed their trust in the ruling party. If we analyze the results objectively, one thing is clear. The battle was really between the weak leadership. The opposition in Gujarat had a great opportunity to take advantage of the anti-incumbency wave. Despite issues like inflation and local issues, the opposition has failed to win the trust of the people. The opposition leaders have remained confined to social media or press statements. The lack of organization and directionless leadership at the grassroots level has stifled the opposition. The BJP has made full use of its organization and micro-management. Even if there is some resentment against the governance, the people have not seen the'lack of people'in the party's programmes as a weakness.

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May 5, 2026, 08:49 AM

Rickshaw Puller K. Vijay Dhamu Creates History in Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026 witnessed one of the biggest upsets. K. Vijay Dhamu, a rickshaw puller by profession, created history by winning the Royapuram seat handsomely. Dhamu, contesting on behalf of actor Vijay's newly formed party'Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam'( TVK), defeated two powerful leaders of the state. Vijay Dhamu got a total of over 55,000 votes, defeating his nearest rival by a margin of 14,000 votes. The victory is significant as he defeated AIADMK veteran and 5-time MLA D. Jayakumar. Jayakumar finished third with only 18,000 votes. On the other hand, DMK candidate Suber Khan finished second but could not withstand the'victory wave'sweeping across Tamil Nadu.

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Akila News✓

May 5, 2026, 08:37 AM

BJP Leader Hails Party's Victory in West Bengal Assembly Elections as 'Revolution of Development'

Rajkot: State BJP leader Rajubhai Dhruv has expressed happiness over the resounding success of the Bharatiya Janata Party in the West Bengal Assembly elections and said that there has been a new sunrise in the political sky of West Bengal. In the words of late Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji, darkness has been dispelled, lotus has bloomed. Bengal has not only witnessed the transfer of power but a revolution of development. When the pages of the history of Indian politics are turned, the period between the defeat of Mamata in Bengal in 2026 and the victory of Modiji will be brighter for the country than the change of the central government in 2014. Rajubhai Dhruv has said that the victory of the BJP in West Bengal proves that'public opinion'in a democracy is not a line of stones, but a flowing stream that can dissolve any impregnable fortress in a democracy. The land which was enveloped in the fog of appeasement and anarchy, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi had established his rule, today, has celebrated the victory of the BJP's famous Satyabhai Shah.

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Live Hindustan

May 5, 2026, 07:56 AM

Indian Stock Market Sees Initial Decline, Then Recovery

Stock Market Today Live 5 May 20: After an initial fall, the stock market is now in recovery mode. BSE 30-share Sensex is down 203 points to 77066. While, NSE 50-share benchmark Nifty is down 61 points to 24058. Stock Market Today Live 5 May 10: AM: BSE 30-share Sensex is down 600 points to 76668. While, NSE 50-share benchmark Nifty is down 186 points to 23932. Only Kotak Bank, Infosys, TCS, UltraTech and Bharti Airtel are in green in the Sensex. Eternal is down 1.88%, ICICI Bank 1.63%, Trent 1.54%, HDFC Bank 1.51%, State Bank 1.34%. Today live 5 May 11: Stock market is not happy after election results. BSE 30-share Sensex is down 424 points, ICSE Nifty is down 23.98%.

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ANI News✓

May 5, 2026, 07:30 AM

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam Chief Vijay Pays Homage to Social Reformers After Securing Near Majority in Tamil Nadu Assembly

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 5 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor-politician Vijay continued his political outreach on Tuesday by visiting prominent memorials of social reformers in Tamil Nadu, a day after securing a near majority in the state assembly. Vijay paid homage by garlanding the statues of social reformer Periyar E. V. Ramasamy and Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, paying his respects as part of his ongoing public engagements. The gesture is being viewed in political circles as an attempt to align with the Dravidian and social justice ideological space. Meanwhile, reactions continued to emerge on social media following speculation around the political landscape in the state. In this context, actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam founder Kamal Haasan reportedly shared a post on X, stating that electoral outcomes are only one part of democratic politics. In the post on X, Kamal Haasan referred to Stalin as someone who "is not one to exult in victory or wilt in defeat" and suggested that he "will fight again" and "win again." "In democratic politics, elections are but one part. My dear friend, the leader of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, Mr. @mkstalin, is not one to exult in victory. Nor is he one to wilt in defeat. He will fight again. He will win again," he posted on X. Earlier today, Actor-politician Vijay and the chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) arrived at the party headquarters in the state capital Chennai. Several senior TVK politicians, including General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna and others, also arrived at the party headquarters in Panaiyur. TVK, a new entrant into the state politics, won 108 seats in the 234-seat Tamil Nadu assembly, but, however, falling 10 short of the 118 halfway majority mark the party will need support from other parties to form the new government in the State. Vijay will hold a crucial meeting with the winning candidates today and decide on the next steps. Security outside Vijay 's residence in Nilankarai, as well as the party headquarters in Panaiyur in the city has been heightened. Huge crowds of supporters gathered to greet him as he arrived. Meanwhile, a TVK supporter expressed happiness over the party's performance, calling the development a "much-needed" change. (ANI)

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ANI News✓

May 5, 2026, 07:29 AM

Kerala Congress President Blames Authoritarian Leadership for LDF's Defeat

Kannur ( Keralam ) [India], May 5 (ANI): Keralam Congress President Sunny Joseph on Tuesday said that "authoritarian leadership" under outgoing Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan was a key factor behind the Left Democratic Front's ( LDF ) defeat, as the Congress -led United Democratic Front ( UDF ) secured a sweeping mandate in the Keralam Assembly elections. Speaking to ANI here, Joseph said Vijayan's leadership style and governance issues contributed to the electoral setback. "Definitely that will be there because he was responsible for all these things. He was the Chief Minister; he was an authoritarian leader in the party as well as the government. And in his own constituency, wherein he could win with a margin of 50,000 votes in the last election, he was trailing in several rounds. And finally he could win with a low margin," he said. "And CPM citadels were... Kannur is the CPM base. Wherein at Payyannur, Taliparamba they have lost. Criminal politics is their own arm and weapon. But that hasn't taken place this time," he added. "As far as Pinarayi Vijayan is concerned, you know the kind of results that we saw in Kerala, it is definitely not being liked by LDF . And since the results had come Mr. Vijayan is not coming before media, he is not even talking to people. You know, it seems that he has gone into huge stress after losing," he said, adding that even traditional CPI(M) strongholds saw unexpected losses. Joseph also outlined the process for selecting the next Chief Minister, stating that the decision would be taken by the party high command after consulting elected MLAs. "There's a definite procedure for the election of the CLP leader to become Chief Minister. The members of the legislature will meet, observers will be sent by the central leadership, and the viewpoints of MLAs will be taken. The High Command will assess the entire situation and take a rational decision, which will be accepted by all," he said. Thanking voters, Joseph said the mandate reflects public dissatisfaction with the LDF government's policies. "We are thankful to the Kerala public... we were fighting against anti-people policies, price rise, unemployment, agrarian distress, man-animal conflict, political violence and criminalisation of politics. The people have accepted our views and given us a thumping majority," he said. He added that despite extensive campaign spending by rival parties, voters backed the UDF . Joseph also credited Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge for guiding the campaign, particularly highlighting the role of the "guarantee card" promises. On governance, Joseph said the new government would focus on financial discipline and fulfilling its commitments. "We will improve the financial position of the state, cut unnecessary expenditure and ensure proper resource mobilisation to implement all guarantees," he said. Responding to whether he is looking for a seat in the cabinet, Joseph said, "That's up to the party to decide." Dismissing concerns over the BJP's entry into the Assembly with three seats, Joseph said, "That will not be a criteria Kerala politics is different. We can face the BJP." Meanwhile, Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has accepted Vijayan's resignation and asked him to continue as caretaker Chief Minister until a new government is sworn in, marking the end of a decade-long LDF rule in the state. (ANI)

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Amar Ujala

May 5, 2026, 07:28 AM

Vijay's Spectacular Debut in Tamil Nadu Politics: A New Player Emerges

ExpandAdd as a preferredsource on google Vijay's spectacular debut in electoral politics has left the long-dominant DMK and AIADMK far behind in Tamil Nadu politics. In his very first election, he has shaken up the state's political equation. Vijay's party TVK crossed the 100-seat mark, but fell short of the 118 needed for a majority in the 234-member assembly. TVK will need at least 10 seats to form a government. The question is what options does Vijay have to form a government. Also ReadTrending VideosRahul Gandhi talks to Vijay Meanwhile, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has dropped a big hint about an alliance with TVK. Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi spoke to Vijay over the phone to congratulate him on his resounding victory, ignoring political distances and his coalition dharma with the DMK. In an X-post, he wrote, "I can't congratulate him for the spectacular result of the TVK ad and the growing voice of the youth."

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Zee News Hindi✓

May 5, 2026, 07:23 AM

BJP Wins Landslide Victory in West Bengal, Fulfilling PM Modi's 'Ang, Bang, Kalinga' Dream

West Bengal Election Results: The BJP's landslide victory in West Bengal broke all parameters, the election atmosphere that PM Modi set with a jolt of 10 rupees surprised everyone, the BJP's years of hard work paid off and the party won 206 seats here. With this victory, PM Modi's dream of'Ang, Bang, Kalinga'was fulfilled. After the victory, PM Modi said that I am very proud that Ang, Bang and Kalinga, these three pillars, have chosen the BJP for the great campaign of developed India and trust in the NDA. Ang, Bang and Kalinga are discussed so much. Let's know. Ang, Bang and Kalinga are very important for the BJP, Ang (Bihar), Bang (Bengal) and Kalinga (Odisha) are now occupied by the BJP. PM Modi described them as the engines of development of eastern India, these historical regions as the center of Indian economy and nationalism.

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Navbharat Times

May 5, 2026, 07:09 AM

Modi Condemns Targeting of Civilians Amid Hormuz Crisis

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent out a strong message against the targeting of civilians and infrastructure during the Hormuz crisis.

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Navbharat Times

May 5, 2026, 07:09 AM

Raghav Chadha Slams AAP Over FIR Against Ex-MP, Claims Party Has Become Corrupt

Chandigarh: Raghav Chadha has now targeted AAP over the FIR registered against Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak in Punjab. He said that I want to tell the Aam Aadmi Party that the action you are taking by resorting to Punjab Police is a very dangerous game. He said that we were fine till we were with you and now we have separated. We have become corrupt. Raghav Chadha said that the BJP has police from 21 states. Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha met the President regarding the action of Punjab Police against the MPs who left the AAP. He said after meeting the President that the Punjab government is taking action against the MPs who left the party out of vendetta. He further said that the AAP is in the hands of corrupt people. AAP has a state government and police. The BJP has a government in 21 states and police in 21 states. He also said that the Aam Aadmi Party's Punjab government MP Harbhajan Singh Rathore has also written a letter to the President about the action of the Punjab Police against the MPs who left the AAP.

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Amar Ujala

May 5, 2026, 07:00 AM

Aam Aadmi Party Tussle Reaches Rashtrapati Bhavan: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Meets Delhi President Draupadi Murmu

ExtensionAdd as a preferredsource on google Aam Aadmi Party tussle reaches Rashtrapati Bhavan today. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann along with all his MLAs arrives to meet Delhi President Draupadi Murmu. Also Read - Trending VideosRajya Sabha MPs Raghav Chadha, Sandeep Pathak, Ashok Mittal, Rajendra Gupta, who left AAP before him, meet President

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Navbharat Times

May 5, 2026, 07:00 AM

Elections in India: A Test of Democratic Values?

Author: Anil SinhaPeople in the states have voted for the BJP in West Bengal and Assam, actor Vijay's party TVK in Tamil Nadu, the Congress-led alliance UDF in Kerala, and the NDA in Puducherry. But did these elections live up to democratic values?

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Deccan Herald

May 5, 2026, 06:56 AM

Congress-led UDF Sweeps Back to Power in Kerala, Discussions Begin on Forming New Government

Thiruvananthapuram: A day after the Congress-led UDF swept back to power in Kerala, the mood in the alliance is one of joy, relief and cautious hope. At the same time, discussions on forming the new government have already begun, with leaders holding meetings and informal talks to decide the next steps. ANYTIME, ANYWHERE. Experience a more refined e-paper today Subscribe ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT For senior leaders, the win is not just political--it is emotional. Many of them have described it as a moment of "people's trust returning". Alongside the celebrations, strong moves have begun among senior party leaders for the Chief Minister's post. There are three major contenders in the state Congress for the post--Leader of the Opposition V D Satheesan, senior leader Ramesh Chennithala, and AICC general secretary and Lok Sabha MP K C Venugopal. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links Stories You May Like Bengaluru theft: Kin held for Rs 1.13 crore gold heist at Zameer residence Undo Bengaluru road rage: Auto driver chases car, assaults woman in HSR Undo Tamil Nadu election: With Vijay short of majority, here are possible scenarios for... Undo Also Read:Assembly Elections 2026 | Kerala win boosts Congress despite I.N.D.I.A bloc allies’ loss in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu Also Read:Assembly Elections 2026 | Kerala win boosts Congress despite I.N.D.I.A bloc allies’ loss in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu UDF leaders have thanked voters, saying the result shows that people wanted change. Since the Congress has 63 seats on its own, it is not under pressure to yield to alliance partners. As part of the process of deciding the next Chief Minister, an AICC team will be deputed by the party high command and, along with AICC general secretary and Kerala in-charge Deepa Das Munshi, will hold discussions with party MLAs. They are expected to meet MLAs individually, sources said. They are also likely to meet leaders of alliance partners, including the IUML. After that, the Congress Parliamentary Party will meet and pass a one-line resolution authorising the AICC to take a decision on the next Chief Minister, sources said. At the same time, the CPI(M)-led LDF, which suffered a huge setback in the election, will discuss the reasons for the rout of the front after 10 years in power in the state. Pinarayi Vijayan, who resigned as Chief Minister following the defeat, has not spoken to the media yet. Vijayan, who was in Kannur when the election results were announced, has left for Thiruvananthapuram. He is expected to meet the media after the party state secretariat meeting on Wednesday. Kerala on Monday witnessed a sharp political reset as the state electors voted out the last Left government in the country, bringing back the Congress to the ruling saddle after a gap of 10 years, while the BJP broke through a long-standing electoral drought by winning three seats. Apart from strong anti-incumbency against the government, the results of the April 9 polls also indicated a consolidation of support across sections of society in favour of the United Democratic Front, which had been in opposition to the Left dispensation for the past decade. The UDF won 102 seats, while the CPI(M)-headed LDF netted 35 seats, according to Election Commission data on counting of votes for 140 constituencies. The outcome also marked the absence of the Left from governance in any Indian state for the first time in five decades. The ire against the government was so strong that 13 ministers in the cabinet suffered defeat in the political tsunami unleashed by the UDF. Not only the Congress, but its key allies, including the IUML, the Kerala Congress also secured massive victory in the polls, which saw the complete erasure of the LDF in some key districts. Of the 21 cabinet members, only Pinarayi Vijayan, P A Mohamed Riyas, K Rajan, G R Anil, K N Balagopal, P Prasad, and Saji Cherian emerged victorious. ADVERTISEMENT Published 05 May 2026, 12:26 IST India News Congress UDF Kerala Assembly Elections 2026 Follow us on : Follow Us Read More

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Zee News Hindi✓

May 5, 2026, 06:52 AM

Iran Launches Drone Attack on UAE Oil Industry, Injuring Three Indians; PM Modi Condemns the Attack

US-Iran war: Even though there has been a ceasefire in the US and Iran, but despite this, tensions are not going down. Now Iran launched a drone attack on a major UAE oil industry, these drone attacks have caused concern internationally, the attack has caused a fire in which three Indians have also been injured. On April 8, Iran and the US had a ceasefire, after which Iran attacked the UAE for the first time. PM Modi has strongly condemned this attack. After this attack, the PM tweeted, "Strongly condemn the attacks on the UAE, in which 3 Indian citizens were injured. Targeting civilians and infrastructure is not acceptable. India stands fully with the UAE and reiterates its support for peaceful resolution of all issues through dialogue and diplomacy. Securing safe and unhindered navigation through the Strait of Hormuz is very important for peace, stability and global energy security of the region.

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Newsbytes✓

May 5, 2026, 06:51 AM

BJP Set to Form New Government in West Bengal on May 9

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is likely to take oath for the new government in West Bengal on May 9, coinciding with Rabindra Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore.BJP State President Samik Bhattacharya confirmed the date, saying, "The oath-taking ceremony of the new Chief Minister of West Bengal will take place on 9th May."Prime Minister Narendra Modi had hinted at this timeline during his last campaign rally in Barrackpore.

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TV9 Hindi

May 5, 2026, 06:47 AM

India Condemns UAE Attacks; Rahul Gandhi Criticizes BJP's Alleged Bid to Destroy Democracy

In a post on X, PM Narendra Modi said, "I strongly condemn the attacks on UAE in which 3 Indian citizens have been injured. Targeting civilians and infrastructure is not acceptable. India stands with UAE fully. Reiterates its support for peaceful resolution of all issues through dialogue and diplomacy. Securing safe and unhindered navigation through the Strait of Hormuz is vital for peace, stability and global energy security of the region." Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said in a post on X this Tuesday, "Some others in the Congress are rejoicing over TMC's defeat. But they must understand that stealing the mandate of Assam and Bengal is a big step by the BJP in its mission to destroy Indian democracy. Keep petty politics aside. This is not a move by one party or the other. Some in the party, others in the TMC, are gloating about its loss. They need to understand that the loss of democracy is not the BJP's pet project to destroy Indian democracy."

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The New Indian Express

May 5, 2026, 06:44 AM

Rahul Gandhi Impersonator Arrested for Swindling Lakhs from Local Politicians

DEHRADUN: Dehradun police have arrested a conman who allegedly swindled lakhs of rupees from local politicians by posing as the personal assistant (PA) to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The suspect, used sophisticated mimicry and fake credentials to run an interstate racket targeting several other female political figures by promising party tickets and influential posts. The scam came to light after Uttarakhand politician Bhavna Pandey filed a complaint at the Rajpur police station on Sunday. According to the FIR, the accused, who identified himself as Kanishk Singh, contacted her promising a significant organisational post in the party and offering to conduct election surveys in the state. “The accused was extremely convincing. During phone calls, he would play audio clips that sounded exactly like senior party leaders, which immediately gained my trust,” Pandey said. “He told me he could influence key organisational changes, including replacing the state president. I had no reason to doubt his identity,” she added. Lured by the promise of political advancement, Pandey allegedly handed over Rs 25 lakh in cash to an accomplice sent by the impersonator at her residence in Jakhan on April 13. After receiving the money, the accused cut off all communication, leading the victims to realise they had been defrauded. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Parmendra Dobhal confirmed the arrest of the main suspect, who was apprehended while attempting to repeat the same modus operandi on another victim in the Jakhan area. “The accused had perfected a technique of using fake identities and mimicking senior leaders to exploit political aspirations. We registered a case under Section 318(4) of the BNS based on the complaint,” the SSP said. “Preliminary investigations indicate he has an extensive network across multiple states. We are analysing call records and financial trails to uncover the full extent of the racket.”

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Navbharat Times

May 5, 2026, 06:43 AM

BJP Ousts TMC in West Bengal After 15 Years, Wins 206 Seats

Kolkata: How many CMs have changed in other states of the country between 1977 and 2025 in the last 5 decades, but on May 9, West Bengal is now going to get its fourth chief minister. The Bharatiya Janata Party has ousted the TMC after 15 years by winning 206 seats in Bengal. In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP got 39.1% and the TMC 46.2% of the votes. This figure indicated that the BJP could be reduced to 105 seats in the Bengal Assembly elections and no one could shake the power of Mamata Banerjee. In the results of May 4, the TMC was almost wiped out in 3 out of the 5 regions of the state. In the 2026 Assembly elections, the strike rate of the BJP was 70.4%, while the strike rate of the TMC, which contested 290 seats, went up to 26%. Find out the highlights of the election. Anandamoy Barman of the BJP won from Matigara-Naxalbari by 1,04,265 votes. Anandamoy became the candidate with the highest number of votes. Rajarhat New Town from the 323-year-old Trinamool Congress became the youngest MLA of the BJP, winning only 27 years.

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Navbharat Times

May 5, 2026, 06:42 AM

BJP Gains as Muslims Sit Out in Assam Assembly Election

Guwahati: The Assam Assembly election 2026 has proved to be a bonus for the BJP. The voters have almost made Muslims sit in the opposition. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had been saying from the beginning that delimitation would ensure that indigenous communities retain more than 100 seats out of 126 seats. At the same time, the Congress consolidated its position in a shrinking Muslim-dominated area, which cost perfumer Badruddin Ajmal's AIUDF dear. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said: It is unfortunate that all but one Congress MLA follow Islam. I am not saying that Hindus or Muslims have won. I am just giving figures and this is your analysis. Delimitation has brought the Congress and the AIUDF face to face in Assam's first Assembly election after the delimitation of constituencies in 2023. Delimitation proved to be an unexpected factor. The number of Muslim-majority AIUF contesting the second election in Assam has now come down to 22.

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Dainik Statesman

May 5, 2026, 06:41 AM

West Bengal Government Considers Returning to Traditional Administrative Hub

After the change of power in West Bengal, speculation is rife as to where the administrative offices will be located. Political circles are now discussing whether the new government will run the administration from the traditional Writers'Building or Mahakaran. Sources say that the new government led by the Bharatiya Janata Party is seriously considering moving back to Mahakaran instead of Nabanna. Though there is no official announcement yet, there are indications of preparation at the administrative level. Mahakaran has been the administrative center of the state for a long time. The administrative office was later moved to Nabanna. Since then the administration of the state is being run from the new building. Political analysts say that the decision to move back to Mahakaran may be important not only in administrative terms, but also in symbolic terms. The new government seems to be trying to integrate itself with the administrative traditions of the past. However, there are some challenges in practical terms. The renovation of Mahakaran building, modern infrastructure and security arrangements can only be decided after looking into these issues. Meanwhile, a section of the administration in Nabanna feels that the possibility of shifting from the modern office to Mahakaran will not be easy.

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Navbharat Times

May 5, 2026, 06:41 AM

Two Women Candidates from TVK Win in Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections

Chennai: The results of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections are out. A total of 53 women candidates were in the fray from different assembly seats in Chennai city. Out of these 53 candidates, only two women candidates have won. Both are from TVK. Both are first-timers. The most talked about among them is 36-year-old MR Pallavi, who fought this battle in eight months of pregnancy. MR Pallavi has won from Thiru Vi Ka Nagar. Pallavi has won from Thiru Vi Ka Nagar assembly seat. J Kamakshi has won from Pallavaram. Both are from TVK and contested for the first time. MR Pallavi has won with 22,333 votes and J Kamakshi has won with 54,693 votes. Out of the 53 women candidates in the fray, there were 53 women candidates from different assembly seats in Chennai city. There were 20 independent candidates. There were 33 women candidates from recognised political parties. DMAK had fielded two women candidates. TVK had fielded 12 candidates while the BJP had fielded 12 candidates.

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EI Samay

May 5, 2026, 06:38 AM

TMC Suffers Debacle in North Bengal, Fails to Win a Single Seat

This time: Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said in the election campaign that the TMC would not be able to open its account in a few districts. That prediction came true. Mamata Banerjee's party did not win any seat in four districts of Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Jalpaiguri in North Bengal. Jalpaiguri: TMC leader Mamata Banerjee started her campaign in North Bengal from Jalpaiguri district in the assembly elections like the Lok Sabha. She also took out a march on New Year's Day. But that did not stop the TMC's debacle. Although the TMC won four out of seven seats in the district in the last assembly elections, this time the couple had to return empty-handed. Jalpaiguri district, which stretches from the Bangladesh border to the Bhutan border, is inhabited by the Adivasi, Rajbongshi, Nepali, Santali, and Mech communities. This is the family that could not show any hope to the people of mixed culture, says BJP state general secretary Bapi Goswami.

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Live Hindustan

May 5, 2026, 06:37 AM

BJP Forms Double-Engine Government in West Bengal After Landslide Victory

BJP Electoral Growth in Bengal: After Congress and Left Front, the stronghold of Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress (TMC), the double-engine government of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is being formed in West Bengal. The BJP is now seen to be forming a double-engine government there as well, having won more than two-thirds of the seats in the West Bengal assembly elections. The journey of the BJP from three MLAs to 206 seats has been completed in just 10 years, which is being credited to the duo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. The BJP's journey from Bengal in the Lok Sabha began in 1998 with an alliance with Mamata Banerjee, but the first BJP MLA reached the assembly in 2016. In 10 years, the BJP increased 35 percent of the vote to bid farewell to the Mamata Banerjee government, which has been in power for three consecutive terms. Mamata herself could not even save her own seat. The BJP's victory in Bengal is a symbol of Narendra Modi's popularity and Amit Shah's election management. In 2016, the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha of Vimal Gurung won 3 MLAs in the BJP alliance, but the party won 3 seats in the 2021 elections. The BJP's strength was also

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Navbharat Times

May 5, 2026, 06:35 AM

Voters Opt for NOTA in Five Indian States

New Delhi: There was no dearth of voters who pressed the NOTA button in the five states of Assam, West Bengal, Puducherry, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

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Navbharat Times

May 5, 2026, 06:30 AM

PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah Confirm Visit to Bihar

Patna: It has been confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah are coming to Bihar.

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Kalinga TV

May 5, 2026, 06:29 AM

West Bengal's New Chief Minister to Take Oath on May 9, Decision Yet to be Made

Kolkata: The oath-taking ceremony of the new Chief Minister of West Bengal will take place on May 9, date for the event got confirmed today. The ceremony date was reportedly confirmed by Bharatiya Janata Party State President Samik Bhattacharya to ANI. The CM of West Bengal is yet to be decided. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to hold a meeting along with Union Home Minster Amit Shah, BJP national president Nitin Nabin, and the party’s national parliamentary board today and tomorrow to decide the West Bengal Chief Minister and other Cabinet Ministers. It is being reportedly said that first the CM will be decided following which the other cabinet ministers will take place. Yesterday Assembly election counting took place following which the results came out, and BJP had secured majority of seats in the election. This was a historic moment in West Bengal’s political history and an end to TMC’s Mamata Banerjee’s era in the state.

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Navbharat Times

May 5, 2026, 06:28 AM

NDA Makes Gains in Indian Elections, BJP Wins Big in West Bengal

Author: Alok Sharmamata The defeat of Banerjee and MK Stalin is such a blow to the block that it may not fully recover until the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. The voters in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu have sealed a historic change. At the same time, Keralam has thrown away the Left Front government and handed the crown to the UDF. The Congress may be happy with this victory, but the strength of the NDA has increased even more. The BJP won an unprecedented victory in Bengal. At the same time, there are NDA governments in both Assam and Puducherry. The BJP in Bengal is the biggest headline of these elections. The exit of the Mamata government in Bengal and the victory of Vijay's party TVK in Tamil Nadu. The BJP, which has been playing the Hindutva card in Bengal for the last ten years, has finally succeeded. In power for 15 years, Mamata has tried to weaponize the anger in many parts of the state over SIR. Apart from dividing the youth and education, she has also managed to turn the slogan'employment boom'into a'health storm '. The BJP has been successful in changing its slogan.

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Siasat News✓

May 5, 2026, 06:25 AM

Indian Equities Decline Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Tuesday, May 5, amid fresh tensions in the Strait of Hormuz region. The rupee falling to all-time low of 95.40 against US dollar in early trade also added to the weak trend in equities. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 361.62 points to 76,907.78 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 134.90 points to 23,980.60. From the 30-Sensex firms, Larsen & Toubro, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, ICICI Bank, Sun Pharma and Maruti were among the major laggards. Bharti Airtel, Reliance Industries, Titan and Bharat Electronics were among the winners. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded around USD 113 per barrel mark. “The market trend will be guided by the developments in West Asia particularly in the Strait of Hormuz . The resumption of hostilities in the Hormuz region and Brent crude again spiking to around USD 113 are headwinds for the market,” VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Limited, said. In Asian markets, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index quoted lower. US markets ended lower on Monday. “US markets saw sharp selling pressure, with the Dow correcting significantly as crude oil surged on renewed geopolitical concerns around the Strait of Hormuz. Elevated oil prices, still holding above the USD 100 mark, continue to pose a macro risk for India, given its import dependence,” Hariprasad K, Research Analyst and Founder, Livelong Wealth, said. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) turned buyers on Monday, buying equities worth Rs 2,835.62 crore, according to exchange data. “Indian equity markets are likely to trade with a cautious bias, as renewed tensions between the US and Iranian forces weigh on investor sentiment,” Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth-tech firm, said. While the outcome of recent state assembly elections and fresh data indicating foreign portfolio investors have turned net buyers of domestic equities offer some measure of support, the broader mood remains one of restraint, he said. “Geopolitical uncertainty and prevailing global risk aversion continue to dominate sentiment, limiting the scope for a sustained upside in the near term,” Ponmudi added. In a mandate as sweeping as it is symbolic, the BJP on Monday scripted history by winning 206 seats to secure more than a two-thirds majority in the West Bengal assembly polls, ending the TMC’s 15-year rule, and decisively shifting the state’s ideological and political centre of gravity. On Monday, the Sensex climbed 355.90 points or 0.46 per cent to settle at 77,269.40. The Nifty rallied 121.75 points or 0.51 per cent to end at 24,119.30.

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EI Samay

May 5, 2026, 06:24 AM

Large Margins of Victory Seen in Some Constituencies in 2026 Assembly Elections

At this time: The number of constituencies where victory or defeat is decided by a margin ranging from a few hundred to five to six thousand votes is several dozen. However, the number of candidates who have won by a large margin is also considerable. However, the number of candidates with a winning margin of 70,000 votes or more is only ten till the last reports came in. There are seven of them from both the BJP and the TMC camps. There are seven of them from the saffron party. According to the information provided by the Election Commission till 10 pm, the highest margin of victory in the 2026 assembly elections has been won by BJP candidate Anandamoy Barman from Matigara-Naxalbari constituency. He has won by 1,44,265 votes. His nearest rival is Shankar Malakar from the Trinamool Congress. According to the published results, the highest victory margin of over 70,000 votes has been achieved in North Bengal. BJP candidate Shikha Chatterjee has won the Dabgram-Phulbari constituency by 97,715 votes. In Siliguri, BJP's Shankar Ghosh has won 73,192 votes, BJP's Utpal Utpalchari from Kaliaganj has won 76,425 votes, BJP's Jogpal from Jog

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Odisha TV

May 5, 2026, 06:24 AM

Tender Fixing Controversy Rocks Odisha's Bolangir District

A serious tender fixing controversy in the Rural Development (RD) division of Odisha ’s Bolangir district has prompted the district administration to initiate a formal inquiry. The investigation follows allegations that the tender process was manipulated, leading to the unfair exclusion of contractor Md Shakil. In response to the allegations, Sub-Collector Soumya Ranjan Behera, acting on the directions of the District Collector , has started the inquiry into the matter. A written notice has been issued to Chief Construction Engineer (CCE) Sukhadev Mahali, instructing him to appear before the Collector’s office along with all relevant documents related to the tender process. “We have received a complaint from Md Shakil. Based on the complaint, we have issued a letter to the CCE, asking him to be present with all relevant documents as per the order of the Collector,” Sub-Collector Behera confirmed. The investigation centers around allegations that the tendering process in the RD division was manipulated to unfairly exclude contractor Md Shakil. The matter gained momentum after the complainant raised the issue with several authorities, including Chief Minister Mohan Majhi during his visit to Bolangir, and RD Minister Rabi Naik, adding a political dimension to the controversy. The complaint was originally filed on April 20, but it wasn’t until May 4 that the notice was issued. The delay in action has raised questions about the responsiveness of local authorities, even as formal proceedings have now commenced. Adding to the controversy, CCE Sukhadev Mahali has reportedly taken leave citing personal reasons following the surfacing of the tender fixing allegations. His absence has fueled further speculation about the investigation and its transparency. Locals and contractors in the area have expressed concerns that irregularities in the tender process are not uncommon, though they are rarely exposed. The complainant’s determination to bring the issue to light, reaching out across multiple platforms, has sparked public outcry for a fair and thorough investigation. There is mounting pressure on the district administration to ensure that the inquiry is conducted transparently and that accountability is maintained throughout the process. The district administration has already begun examining the relevant documents, and further actions will be determined based on the findings of the inquiry. The case remains under investigation, and the outcome is expected to have significant implications for the region's tendering processes.

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ANI News✓

May 5, 2026, 06:24 AM

CPI(M) leans towards DMK-led alliance in Tamil Nadu elections, pending TVK chief's clarity

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 5 (ANI): After no alliance secured a clear majority in the Tamil Nadu elections, CPI(M) state secretary P. Shanmugam on Tuesday reiterated the party's inclination towards the DMK, while keeping options open pending clarity from TVK chief Vijay. Speaking to reporters, Shanmugam said the party would take a final call on extending support only after Vijay clearly outlines his position. He, however, emphasised that there was "no doubt" about CPI(M)'s alignment with the DMK-led alliance. "First, let Vijay clearly state his position. Once he does, we will decide whom to support. There is no doubt that we are with the DMK alliance," said Shanmugam. Meanwhile, Thol Thirumavalavan, chief of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), said that a decision on support would be taken after consultations. He added that leaders from VCK, CPI and CPI(M) are scheduled to meet Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, after which they will announce their stance. "We have not yet decided. The leaders of VCK, CPI and CPM are going to meet MK Stalin at around 11 AM, and we will inform you," he said. The development follows actor-turned-politician Vijay led TVK's unprecedented success in Tamil Nadu elections, which ended up securing 108 out of 234 assembly seats, stunning both DMK and AIADMK, who were reduced to 59 and 47 seats respectively. TVK stunned the 'Dravidian' parties in the State, bringing to an end the DMK-AIADMK three- decade-old 'duopoly'. Candidates of the debut party ended up defeating many stellar politicians in the State, including Chief Minister MK Stalin from Kolathur, DMK stalwart Duraimurugan, Union Minister L Murugan, and former Tamil Nadu BJP president Tamilisasi Soundarajan. TVK chief Vijay himself won from both the constituencies, Tiruchirapalli East and Perambur and proved that his charisma is not limited to cinema. MS Babu of the TVK won against Chief Minister MK Stalin by 8795 votes in Kolathur, a seat which the DMK chief had held from 2011. Duraimurugan, who has been amongst the longest serving MLAs in Tamil Nadu assembly lost to TVK's M. Sudhakar in Katpadi by 7309 votes. Murugan, contesting from Avinashi, was defeated by a margin of 15373 votes against TVK's Kamali S. Meanwhile, Soundarajan, who contested from Mylapore, lost against TVK's Venkataramanan P by 28972 votes, and stood in the third place. KR Periyakaruppan, the DMK minister in Stalin's cabinet, lost out by just one vote to TVK's Seenivasa Sethupathy. Sethupathy secured 83,365 votes, edging past Periyakaruppan, who polled 83,364 votes. (ANI)

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ANI News✓

May 5, 2026, 06:21 AM

Punjab Political Drama: MP Defects from AAP to BJP, Faces FIRs; CM Meets President Over Alleged Targeting

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak, who rebelled against the Aam Aadmi Party and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, said on Tuesday that he is "not scared of fake FIRs ," referring to the two FIRs reportedly filed against him by the Punjab Police . "I will talk on this after meeting the President. I have not received the copy of the FIR, and I am not scared of such fake FIRs ," he said. Punjab Police has filed two FIRs under sections for non-bailable offences against Pathak, days after Sandeep Pathak switched from AAP to the BJP, with six other MPs - Raghav Chadha, Harbhajan Singh, Ashok Mittal, Rajinder Gupta, Vikram Sahney and Swati Maliwal. Meanwhile, Raghav Chadha and Sandeep Pathak are also scheduled to meet with President Droupadi Murmu, where they are likely to raise the issue of the alleged targeting of AAP MPs merging with the BJP in Punjab. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is also in Delhi to meet Droupadi Murmu and raise the issue of the seven previously AAP MPs shifting to the BJP, expressing confidence that she would listen to him while describing her as the "guardian of India's constitution." CM Mann left for his meeting with President Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in the national capital later in the day. The Chief Minister will be accompanied by AAP MLAs to New Delhi; however, the invitation by the Rashtrapati Bhavan has only been extended to Bhagwant Mann. The convoy of CM Mann and other MLAs is heading towards the national capital to meet President Murmu. "I think that the President will listen to us. The President is the guardian of the Constitution; she is the constitutional head of the country," CM Mann told reporters. Punjab Minister Aman Arora said that the state government demands the revocation of the recognition of all AAP MPs who merged into the BJP. "The people of Punjab had placed their trust in some people through our MLAs, but they have now eroded their trust and left. They should be called back, their recognition should be revoked; this is our demand... I don't think Punjab will be such an easy state for the BJP... I don't think the people of Punjab will give any support to the BJP at all," Arora told ANI. (ANI)

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TV9 Hindi

May 5, 2026, 06:16 AM

Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress Suffers Crushing Defeat in West Bengal Elections

Mamata Banerjee's 15-year rule in Bengal has come to an end. The Trinamool Congress has suffered a crushing defeat in the land of Bengal. The TMC, which won 215 seats in the last assembly elections, was reduced to 80 seats this time. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee could not even save her seat. She was defeated in Bhabanipur. Bhabanipur, which was considered Mamata's stronghold, was defeated by BJP's Suvendu Adhikari by 15105 votes. Suvendu got 73917 votes while Mamata got 58812 votes and came second. First the counting of poster ballots began, in which Mamata was ahead. Then the counting of EVMs began, in which Mamata was also ahead. Mamata Banerjee continued to lead till the 15th round of poster ballots. However, in the second round, Mamata was behind by about 2000 votes. After this, Mamata continued to lead till the 15th round. From the 16th round, Suvendu Adhikari moved ahead, however, the margin of 56,235 votes between the two was also increased.

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Live Hindustan

May 5, 2026, 06:10 AM

Vijay's Driver's Son Wins Tamil Nadu Election Seat, Stuns Political Corridors

ThalapathyVijayDriver Son: In Tamil Nadu politics, this election result is no less than a film story. For more than 60 years, in the state of Tamil Nadu, where politics was between DMK and AIADMK, superstar Thalapathy Vijay entered with a bang and warned the opponents in the first round. In Tamil Nadu, this time Vijay is going to form the government. In Thalapathy's party TVK, not only Vijay, but his driver's son has also dusted the DMK MLA by contesting. Vijay Thalapathy's driver's son's name is R Sabarinathan. He has won the Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026 by defeating DMK MLA AMV Prabhakar Raja. Sabarinathan's victory has caused a stir in the political corridors. Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK candidate R Sabarinathan) has defeated the sitting MLA AMV Prabhakar Raja in Virugambakkam seat.

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Live Hindustan

May 5, 2026, 06:09 AM

Kalita Majhi: From House Cleaner to BJP Assembly Member in West Bengal

The Bharatiya Janata Party has won 206 seats in West Bengal, which is much more than the majority mark. Among these, there is one seat that has brought Kalita Majhi, a 37-year-old house cleaner, to the assembly. Notably, she had been working at home continuously even after getting a ticket from the BJP. Before this, she had lost the election in 2021. Kalita Majhi had contested from the Ausgram seat in Bengal. She had defeated Trinamool Congress candidate Shyam Prasanna Lohar by more than 12 thousand votes. Majhi had received a total of 1 lakh 7 thousand 692 votes. Left leader Chanchal Kumar Majhi was at the third place on the seat and Tapas Baral was at the fourth place with only 2 thousand 82 votes. Kalita, a resident of Guskara area, used to do household work in 4 houses before entering the election and her income was 2500 rupees per month. It is being said that her association at the local level was a big reason that the BJP had given her a ticket again after 2021. Kalita lost the election to her family.

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Akila News✓

May 5, 2026, 06:08 AM

West Asia Tensions Flare Up Again After Ceasefire Ends

Tensions have flared up again in West Asia after an 18-day ceasefire. Iranian drone attacks in the UAE, a red alert in Bahrain, and the Hormuz Strait crisis have raised global alarms. Iranian media, citing military sources, claim US forces targeted two civilian boats carrying Iranian cargo. Iran says these were ordinary cargo ships, not IRGC speedboats, and five civilians on board were killed. A ceasefire is currently in effect between the US and Iran in the Middle East. However, there are fears of another outbreak of war in the region. On Monday, Iran launched a drone attack on the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to reports, the drone strike set fire to an oil plant. Three Indian nationals are also reported to have been injured in the attack. Fujairah is important to the UAE. Fujairah is the terminus of a pipeline that Iran is using during the Iran-UAE Strait war to transport Indian citizens wounded in the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the ceasefire went into effect on Monday.

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The New Indian Express

May 5, 2026, 06:07 AM

Congress Leader Admits Party's Decision to Ally with DMK in Tamil Nadu Went Against Grassroots Workers' Preference

Senior Congress leader Girish Chodankar on Tuesday acknowledged that the party’s decision to remain aligned with the DMK in Tamil Nadu ran counter to strong sentiment among grassroots workers, many of whom favoured a tie-up with actor-turned-politician Vijay’s TVK. Speaking to PTI Videos, Chodankar said local leaders believed that a campaign combining Rahul Gandhi’s popularity in the state with Vijay’s appeal could have delivered a sweeping electoral victory, estimating a potential tally of 180–190 seats. He explained that the Congress leadership ultimately chose to honour its long-standing alliance with the DMK, citing commitments within the INDIA bloc and describing the DMK as one of the party’s most trusted partners. This decision, he noted, was taken despite internal assessments that TVK was poised to perform strongly. Reflecting on the election outcome, Chodankar said a pronounced wave in favour of TVK had emerged, driven largely by young voters and women seeking change. The scale of the shift was underscored by high-profile defeats, including that of the sitting chief minister. The alliance decision, however, triggered dissatisfaction within Congress ranks. Chodankar admitted that some party workers and supporters drifted toward TVK, with a few even contesting on its platform. He rejected suggestions that the alliance choice was shaped by individual interests, insisting it followed careful deliberation at the leadership level. On the possibility of post-poll realignments, he said he had briefed Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi on the evolving political situation. Emphasising respect for the electorate’s verdict, Chodankar said the party would not attempt to “manipulate” the mandate. “The people have clearly voted for change, and we must accept that with humility,” he said, adding that the leadership would take a final call in line with the broader interests of Tamil Nadu’s political and cultural landscape.

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Dharitri

May 5, 2026, 06:06 AM

Tamil Nadu Politics in Flux: TVK Emerges as Single Largest Party

Chennai, May 5: Who will form the government in Tamil Nadu? Will actor Vijay become the chief minister? How can Thalapathy Vijay's party, TVK, form the government? Who will support TVK? Will a new alliance be formed? All these questions are doing the rounds in Tamil Nadu politics. Actor-turned-politician Vijay's TVK did surprisingly well in the Tamil Nadu assembly election results. It emerged as the single largest party by defeating DMK and AIADMK. In fact, TVK got 108 seats in the Tamil Nadu assembly election results. This is a surprise result, which was never imagined by DMK and AIADMK. However, despite winning 108 seats, TVK is far from the majority. The majority mark is 118, TVK is short of 10 seats. As a result, no single party has secured a majority in Tamil Nadu. This sudden change in Tamil Nadu politics has started discussions about the possibility of a post-poll alliance. The biggest question is whether TVK will form the government with AIADMK, while the actual tally of AIADMK is only 47 seats.

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Dainik Statesman

May 5, 2026, 06:05 AM

Shiv Sena Accuses BJP of Manipulating Assembly Election Results

Political controversies erupted across the country after the results of the assembly elections were announced. The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray group), in an editorial published in its mouthpiece Saamana, alleged, "The result of the polls came exactly as the BJP had planned." The party claimed that a certain "pattern" was used in this election, which had an impact not only in West Bengal but also in Assam and Tamil Nadu. The editorial directly referred to the "Modi-Shah pattern," and said that the results of the polls were manipulated through this strategy. The Shiv Sena called the recent success of the Bharatiya Janata Party a "game changer," but alleged that it was not done in a normal process. In West Bengal, in particular, they claimed that unusual steps were taken to defeat the Trinamool Congress, which won three consecutive terms under the leadership of Mamata Banerjee. The editorial also questioned the role of the Election Commission. Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's role, claiming that his actions were directly suspicious of the BJP's role in the matter. Similar allegations were made about the removal of nearly 3 lakh central officers from the electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu.

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Amar Ujala

May 5, 2026, 06:04 AM

Bihar Cabinet Expansion Set for May 7: Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary to Swear-in 30 Ministers

ExpansionAdd as a preferredsource on google Cabinet expansion of the new government of the National Democratic Alliance in Bihar will take place on May 7. The list that Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary went to Delhi has been sealed by the high command. After this, it became clear that the swearing-in ceremony will be held at Gandhi Maidan. Preparations are underway for this. State President Sanjay Saragavi said that the cabinet expansion of the new government under the leadership of Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary will take place on May 7 at Gandhi Maidan. The swearing-in ceremony will also be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP National President Nitin Navin. Read Trending Videos What will be the form of the cabinet? Samrat Chaudhary is currently preparing to swear-in 30 ministers. There will be 12 from BJP, 11 from JDU, one from LJP (Ram Vilas) and one from RLMO and HAM. The post of Home Department and Speaker of the Assembly will be kept by the BJP. JDU, RLMO and HAM will not be used. The new government will be sworn in again in November 2025.

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EI Samay

May 5, 2026, 06:02 AM

BJP Candidate Kalita Majhi Wins Aushgram Constituency in 2026 Elections

Discussions began with his name appearing on the BJP's candidate list. He represents what is meant to be the most marginalised section. Kalita Majhi, the BJP candidate from Aushgram in Purba Bardhaman, caught the eye in the campaign. He had the last laugh on the day of counting. Kalita Majhi defeated his nearest Trinamool rival Shyama Prasanna Lohar by 12535 votes in the Aushgram constituency in the 2026 elections. He thanked the residents of Aushgram soon after his victory. He said,'This is the victory of the people of Aushgram. This is not my victory alone.'He was a housekeeper by profession before becoming the BJP candidate. After winning in Aushgram, he said,'I have won, there are many jobs.'He also mentioned the poor condition of the Gusakra health centre. The newly-won Kalita Majhi said,'There are problems with the health centre. There are problems with the fire station. There are problems with the roads. There are problems with the drinking water supply.'He also said that he wanted to do those works first. In 2021, Kalita Majhi, who was the BJP candidate,

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AajKaal News✓

May 5, 2026, 06:02 AM

Thalapathy Vijay's Party Wins 108 Seats in Tamil Nadu Elections

These days Web Desk: Thalapathy Vijay sought a meeting with Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar regarding the formation of the government of his party Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam. His party has won a stunning 108 seats in the elections for the first time, but is 10 seats short of the majority. It is reported that Vijay will meet with the newly elected MLAs on Tuesday morning at the office of his party TVK. The counting of all 234 seats in Tamil Nadu has already been completed. TVK has won 108 seats. MK Stalin-led DMK is in second place with 59 seats. AIADMK has won 47 seats. Among other smaller parties, Congress has won 5 seats and Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) has won 4 seats. Despite not getting a majority, TVK's result is already seen as a major breakthrough in Tamil Nadu politics. Sources, TVK has already met with allies and leaders to form the government.

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Navbharat Times

May 5, 2026, 06:02 AM

Middle East Brink of War After Iran's Missile and Drone Attacks on UAE and Oman

ABU DHABI / TEL AVIV: The Middle East is once again on the brink of war after Iran launched a missile and drone attack on the capitals of the United Arab Emirates and Oman on Monday evening. Israel could soon be the target, analysts say.

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Dainik Statesman

May 5, 2026, 06:01 AM

Punjab Political Tensions Rise as MP Raghav Chadha Meets President Murmu

The political situation in Punjab is heating up again in national politics. Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha reached Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday morning and met President Murmu. According to sources, the meeting is to highlight the alleged abuse of administrative power and political vendetta in Punjab. Raghav Chadha has alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab government is using the police and administration to target MPs who have joined the opposition camp. It is reported that he, along with three other Rajya Sabha MPs, may submit a written complaint to the President. Chadha, in particular, has alleged that a series of legal actions have been taken against the leaders who have defected are politically motivated. On the other hand, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is scheduled to meet the President on the same day. He further alleged that the recent defections are'illegal'and a betrayal of the mandate of the people. As of April 2026, a total of seven MPs from the Janata Party are joining the Rajya Sabha. Raghav Chadha alleged that the strength of the Aam Aadmi Party has come down from 3 to 10.

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Akila News✓

May 5, 2026, 05:58 AM

Sunetra Pawar Sets Record for Highest Margin of Votes in Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Elections

Mumbai / Baramati, Dt. 5: Deputy Chief Minister and Ajit Pawar faction candidate Sunetra Pawar has set a record in the Baramati by-election. He has won with 2,18,930 votes, which is the record for the highest margin of votes in the history of legislative assembly elections in the country. He has emerged victorious with the highest lead. Earlier the record for the highest margin of votes in Maharashtra was held by the late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. He won with a margin of 1,65,265 votes in 2019. This was the largest victory margin in the history of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly elections. However, in the 2022 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly election, two BJP leaders broke Ajit Dada's record. These include Sunil Kumar Sharma, BJP MLA from Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, and Pankaj Singh, BJP MLA from Noida. In this election, Sunil Kumar Sharma defeated Amarpal Sharma, Samajwadi Party, with 2,14,835 votes. This was the largest lead in an assembly election in India. Then Pankaj Singh broke his record in the same election.

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Live Hindustan

May 5, 2026, 05:57 AM

Congress Sees Opportunity Amid Election Disappointment

The Congress has won only 2 seats in the West Bengal assembly elections. Apart from this, it has won 4 seats in Tamil Nadu. In the same state, it won 18 in the 2021 elections. In this way, the Congress has been disappointed by both the states. Still, it will be happy for one reason. It is that veteran leaders like Mamata Banerjee and MK Stalin have lost here. Both these leaders have lost their seats with the loss of power. Now that they are out of the assembly, the confessions of these leaders have also decreased. They will have less weight, especially in the INDIA Alliance, whose supporters often express their ambition to become the leader. This is a relief for the Congress and now its leader Rahul Gandhi will have the opportunity to establish himself as the leader of the opposition across the country. It was often said that after the electoral defeats, Rahul Gandhi's leadership of the opposition INDIA Alliance or Mamata Banerjee, besides the leaders of the SP and the BSP, should now be automatically defeated.

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Western Times

May 5, 2026, 05:54 AM

BJP Wins Bengal Assembly Elections: A Fulfillment of a Long-Standing Debt to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee

History is witness to the fact that the Jana Sangh (now BJP) was born from the womb of Bengal. A new history has been written in the politics of Kolkata, West Bengal. From the waves of Hooghly to the hills of Darjeeling, the chants of Jai Shri Ram are echoing, indicating that the political mood of Bengal has changed. BJP leaders and workers have been waiting for this day for decades. For the BJP, the victory in the Bengal assembly elections is not only a victory, but it is also the payment of a paternal debt, which was owed by every worker of this ideology to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, the founder of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh. The lotus has bloomed for the first time on the birthplace of Syama Prasad Mookerjee, the grandfather of the BJP. The BJP's founder Deendayal Upadhyaya's path became the government in Uttar Pradesh for the first time. But after 75 years of Syama Prasad Mookerjee's birth, the idea of Shyama Prasad Mookerjee's dreams of Bengal became a reality.

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Dainik Statesman

May 5, 2026, 05:54 AM

West Bengal Governor Appoints New Secretary Amid Administrative Reshuffle

The first major reshuffle at the state administrative level took place within a day of the announcement of the Assembly election results. IAS officer Soumitra Mohan was appointed as the new Secretary to the Governor of West Bengal, R. N. Ravi. The 2002-batch IAS officer had served as the Secretary to the State Transport Department for more than three years. He was not removed at that time, although there were several changes at the administrative level during the poll campaign. However, he was appointed as the Secretary to the Governor soon after the vote took place. Governor R. N. Ravi was sworn in at the Raj Bhavan in Kolkata on 12 March this year. Soon after taking charge, he requested the state government to appoint a Secretary. However, the matter was postponed due to the announcement of the elections at that time. The appointment was finally completed after the voting process was completed. Earlier, IAS officer Nandini Chakraborty was appointed as the new Secretary to the Governor during the tenure of the former Governor of the state, C. V. Ananda Bose. However, she was removed from the post within a short period of time. Later on Tuesday, she served as the Home Secretary of the state and finally as the Chief Secretary to the Governor. Meanwhile, Lakshmi N. Mohan

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Zee News Hindi✓

May 5, 2026, 05:53 AM

Suvendu Adhikari Wins Bhabanipur Election, Challenges Mamata Banerjee's Dominance

Bhabanipur Election Result: Mamata Banerjee and Suvendu Adhikari once had a very close political relationship. Mamata Banerjee called him even a younger brother, but after he left the Trinamool Congress and joined the BJP before the 2021 elections, the relationship between the two leaders completely changed. Now this relationship has become the symbol of the biggest confrontation in Bengal politics. With a big victory in Bengal's Bhabanipur seat, Suvendu Adhikari has not only shown his political strength, but has further strengthened his position in state politics. After the victory, Adhikari celebrated by distributing sweets, which is being seen as a big achievement for the BJP. According to sources, Union Home Minister Amit Shah himself had inspired Suvendu Adhikari to contest from Bhabanipur. This decision was clearly a very aggressive decision by the strategy to challenge Mamata Banerjee in her own area. Within the BJP, it was called a direct contest strategy, which made the election high-profile. During Yogi Adityanath's road show, Sudhu Adhikari and his supporters were seen touching Yogi Adityanath's feet.

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