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Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s landmark debut in Tamil Nadu and BJP’s breakthrough in West Bengal signal a major political shift in India

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said BJP’s West Bengal poll win reflects people’s rejection of fear, appeasement and support to infiltrators. He termed it a historic mandate, crediting party workers’ sacrifices and expressing confidence in fulfilling public aspirations

Rahul Gandhi spoke with Mamata Banerjee, M K Stalin, and Vijay after election results, congratulating the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam for its strong debut performance across states

RSS sources claimed the organisation carried out extensive voter awareness campaigns and grassroots outreach across West Bengal ahead of the Assembly polls. BJP leaders acknowledged the contribution of RSS volunteers, saying they helped strengthen the party’s strategy and voter connect

In Bhabanipur Assembly constituency, Mamata Banerjee’s lead over Suvendu Adhikari narrowed to 7,184 votes after 12 rounds, reflecting sharp swings in a high-stakes contest with eight rounds of counting still remaining

Samantha Ruth Prabhu wished Trisha Krishnan on her birthday, calling her an “indomitable force.” The Vishwambhara team released Trisha’s first-look poster, while Chiranjeevi confirmed the film’s summer 2026 release amid ongoing VFX-driven production delays.

Mamata Banerjee alleged a BJP–Election Commission “game plan” during West Bengal vote counting, urged TMC workers to stay vigilant, claimed suppressed leads and irregularities, while early trends showed BJP ahead, though officials said results may shift as counting progresses

Mamata Banerjee urged TMC workers to stay at counting centres as early trends showed the Bharatiya Janata Party leading in West Bengal. She alleged irregularities by the Election Commission while asserting her party remains in contention

The counting of votes is set to begin in four key states — Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, and Assam — on the morning of May 4. West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee’s TMC battles the BJP’s growing influence while Tamil Nadu’s contest was disrupted by actor Vijay’s new party. Kerala faces a historic test as Pinarayi Vijayan’s LDF seeks a third consecutive term. Meanwhile, Assam appears set to deliver the BJP-led NDA a third straight victory under Himanta Biswa Sarma.

A ruckus broke out outside the counting centre in Mamata Banerjee’s Bhabanipur constituency after TMC workers alleged that cars carrying BJP flags entered the premises near the EVM strongroom. The Election Commission denied wrongdoing and said proper checks were conducted

West Bengal will witness counting of votes on Monday amid heavy security arrangements after a high-voltage Assembly election campaign. The results will determine whether the TMC retains power or the BJP secures a historic breakthrough in the politically crucial state

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee directed Trinamool Congress counting agents to demand recounts in booths where BJP leads by 500–700 votes, stressing vigilance and overnight presence near centres ahead of counting.

The 2026 Assembly elections signal a shift from development-driven politics to identity and welfare narratives, dominated by fish, allowances, and slogans

Suvendu Adhikari accused Mamata Banerjee of “dramabazi” over her visit to a counting centre, dismissing EVM tampering claims and asserting BJP will win as tensions escalate ahead of result day

BJP leaders accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of panicking ahead of the Assembly election results after she raised concerns over EVM tampering at a Kolkata strong room. BJP leaders claimed the Trinamool Congress was preparing excuses for a possible defeat

West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal dismissed allegations of malpractice at counting centres, asserting that strong security and CCTV monitoring were in place. The statement came after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee raised concerns over possible tampering with EVMs and postal ballots

Manoj Kumar Agarwal warned of strict action against disruptions during West Bengal vote counting, asserting robust security and preparedness, while dismissing EVM tampering allegations raised by Mamata Banerjee ahead of results

Mamata Banerjee alleged BJP influence behind exit polls and termed them a conspiracy to demoralise TMC workers. Expressing confidence of winning over 226 seats, she urged vigilance over EVMs and appealed for calm ahead of the May 4 counting

West Bengal witnessed a record voter turnout of 91.66% in the final phase of Assembly polls amid scattered clashes and allegations of violence. The high participation sets the stage for a decisive verdict in the Mamata Banerjee–BJP contest

Allegations of violence and EVM tampering surfaced during the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections. BJP leaders accused Trinamool Congress workers of attacking polling agents, while security forces maintained strict vigil amid rising political tensions across the state