Prashant Kishor registered a major victory in the Bankipur Assembly by-election, defeating BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar by 19,324 votes. The result ended the BJP’s decades-long dominance and gave the Jan Suraaj Party its first Assembly seat in Bihar. Prashant Kishor Wins Bankipur By 19,324 Votes Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has scored a remarkable victory in the Bankipur Assembly by-election, defeating the Bharatiya Janata

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has urged the Centre to lower the minimum age for contesting Lok Sabha and Assembly elections from 25 to 21. Revanth Reddy Election Age Proposal Targets Gen Z Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has called for reducing the minimum age for contesting Lok Sabha and Legislative Assembly elections from 25 to 21, positioning the proposal as a major opportunity to bring Gen Z into mainstream politics.

Assembly Heated Over Personal Remarks A political storm erupted in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly after personal references linked to Chief Minister Vijay were raised during a debate involving opposition leader Udhayanidhi

High-intensity Assembly session in Tamil Nadu The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly witnessed a politically charged session on Tuesday as Chief Minister Vijay delivered a forceful address during the proceedings. The session saw heightened exchanges between the ruling party and the opposition DMK, with disruptions and sharp remarks marking the atmosphere inside the House. According to proceedings, the Chief Minist

DMK protest triggers walkout in Assembly The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly witnessed high political drama on Tuesday after DMK MLAs staged a walkout during Chief Minister Vijay’s address. The disruption came amid heated exchanges over allegations of horse trading and political realignment involving post-poll alliances. According to proceedings, DMK members raised slogans inside the House, leading to repeated interruptions during the Chief Minister’s speech.

LDF protests inside Kerala Assembly The opposition Left Democratic Front (LDF) created a ruckus in the Kerala Legislative Assembly on Tuesday after the Speaker denied permission for an adjournment motion related to the government’s decision to reduce tax on low-alcohol-content beverages. The protest escalated into slogans and a walkout after opposition members expressed dissatisfaction with the ruling. According to proceedings, LDF MLAs entered the wel

The Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday 18-06, 2026 adhered to its long-standing tradition by beginning proceedings with the rendition of the Tamil invocation song, Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu, followed by the National Anthem at the end of the session. The sequence reflects a practice followed in the state for several deca

Uttarakhand is witnessing increasing political tensions as the BJP faces growing internal factionalism that threatens its mission hat-trick in the upcoming Assembly elections scheduled early next year. Sources indicate that party leaders at the top level are increasingly concerned about divisions within the state unit, which could jeopardize the ruling party’s electoral ambitions. BJP president Nitin Nabin recently completed a three-day tour of Uttarakhand to address organizational issues,

New Delhi, May 25, 2026: The Falta Assembly repoll was conducted on May 21, 2026, under heavy security after the Election Commission ordered fresh polling across 285 booths. The result was declared on May 24, 2026, with BJP candidate Debangshu Panda winning by 1,09,021 votes and TMC slipping to fourth place. BJP Registers Big Win In Falta Repoll The Bharatiya Janata Party has secured a landslide victory in the Falta Assembly repoll in West Bengal, deliver

Congress ends its 59-year absence in Tamil Nadu politics as MLAs Rajesh Kumar and P Vishwanathan join CM Vijay’s cabinet. Their induction marks a historic return for the party in the state government.​ Historic Return of Congress to Tamil Nadu Government After nearly six decades, the Congress party is finally back in the Tamil Nadu government as two of its

The controversy surrounding Sanatan Dharma was reignited in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, with DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin advocating once again for the ‘eradication of Sanatan’ on the floor of the house. His remarks, made on the first day of the assembly session post the 2026 state elections, mirrored his earlier controversial comments, where he likened Sanatan Dharma to diseases like dengue and malaria. These statements sparked widespread outrage, particularly from the BJP, which has conti

Chennai’s Nehru Stadium Set for Vijay’s Historic Political Chapter is set to begin a new chapter in Tamil Nadu politics, with Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium expected to host his oath-taking ceremony as Chief Minister. The venue has long shared a strong connection with Vijay’s career and fan base, making it a symbolic location for this major political milestone. Over the years, Nehru Stadium has hosted several memorable events linked to

TMC Announces New Assembly Leadership Team in West Bengal The All India Trinamool Congress has announced its new leadership structure in the West Bengal Assembly following the recent political developments in the state. Senior party leader and Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim has been appointed as the Chief Whip of the opposition in the Assembly. Veteran Trinamool Congress leader Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay, a 10-time MLA, has been named the Leader of Opposition. The party also appointed Asima Patra and Nayna Bandyopadhyay as Deputy Leaders of Opposition. The appointments come amid major political changes in West Bengal after Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the new Chief Minister. The Trinamool Congress leadership said the new Assembly team will coordinate the party’s strategy and strengthen its role inside the House during the upcoming sessions.

Vijay’s Tamil Nadu CM Bid Faces Major Political Twists Amid Majority Battle Tamil Nadu witnessed dramatic political developments on Friday, May 8, 2026, as actor-politician Vijay moved closer to becoming Chief Minister but still remained short of a confirmed majority. Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) gained support from Congress, CPI, and CPI(M), taking its strength to 116 MLAs in the 234-member Assembly. However, reports said Vijay submitted signatures of

The legislative assembly of West Bengal was dissolved on Thursday, May 7, 2026, after completing its term, officials said, marking the end of a politically charged period in the state. The dissolution order was issued under Article 174 of the Constitution and made public by Raj Bhavan. Authorities confirmed the move coincided with the scheduled expiry of the assembly’s tenure. The development follows recent remarks by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who earlier this week rejected claims of electoral defeat and alleged irregularities in the mandate. Her comments drew criticism from leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party, who questioned her position and called for accountability. Officials, however, did not link the dissolution directly to the political dispute, stating it was a routine constitutional step at the end of the assembly’s term. The dissolution formally concludes the current legislative cycle in the state, with further steps expected as part of the electoral transition process.

Date: May 02, 2026 | Time: 11:06 AM IST | Place: West Bengal, India  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on April 24, 2026, expressed strong confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party’s prospects in the West Bengal Assembly elections, asserting that the surge in voter turnout signals a decisive shift in favour of the party. Addressing a press conference in Kolkata a day after Phase 1 polling, Shah claimed that the BJP is on track to win more than 110 of the 152 seats that

Tamil Nadu witnessed a historic voter turnout of 84.6% in the Assembly elections held on April 24, 2026, marking the highest polling percentage in the state since 1952. The Election Commission reported that the turnout surpassed the previous high of 78.29% recorded in 2011, reflecting strong electoral participation across all 234 constituencies. From early morning, polling booths across the state saw long queues of voters, including elderly citizens, first-time voters, and families, highlight

West Bengal recorded an unprecedented 92.9% voter turnout in Phase 1 of the Assembly elections held on Thursday, April 24, 2026, making it the highest polling percentage in the state since Independence. According to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, this marks a historic milestone, reflecting extraordinary voter participation across constituencies. Out of approximately 3.6 crore registered

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on April 23, 2026, expressed strong confidence in her party’s performance following a high voter turnout in the first phase of the Assembly elections. Addressing a rally in Chowringhee, central Kolkata, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief said the enthusiastic participation of voters indicated public support for her government and its policies. She stated