Amit Shah visited the Dakshineswar Kali Temple in Kolkata after arriving as BJP’s central observer for the legislature party meeting. The BJP is set to elect its leader following a historic election win, marking a political shift in West Bengal
Mamata Banerjee refused to resign after the TMC’s defeat in the West Bengal Assembly elections, alleging that the verdict was the result of a conspiracy and irregularities in counting. She also accused the Election Commission of working in favour of the BJP
Bharatiya Janata Party swept West Bengal with 206 seats in the Assembly polls, surpassing its 200-seat target, while All India Trinamool Congress secured 80, marking a dramatic shift from previous election outcomes
The Election Commission ordered deployment of Central forces at key West Bengal government offices, including Nabanna, amid trends showing the BJP heading towards victory in the Assembly polls. Officials said the move was aimed at protecting government documents during the counting process
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
Bengal and Tamil Nadu recorded record voter turnout in Assembly polls amid clashes, attacks on candidates and intense political rivalry. While Bengal neared 92 per cent and Tamil Nadu crossed 84 per cent, counting is scheduled for May 4
PM Narendra Modi, campaigning in West Bengal, announced a “10-point guarantee” for women, promising financial aid, safety measures, education support, and welfare schemes if BJP wins. He also attacked TMC over women’s safety, corruption, and accused opposition of blocking the Women’s Reservation Bill
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the All India Trinamool Congress of protecting infiltrators and enabling corruption during a rally in Jhargram. He claimed the upcoming West Bengal election is a battle to protect the state’s identity
