Political observers are drawing parallels between the Chandrababu Naidu–KCR fallout in undivided Andhra Pradesh and the rise of Suvendu Adhikari against Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal politics. Politics often turns on unexpected moments that later reshape entire political landscapes. A small disagreement or a denied opportunity can sometimes create leaders who go on to challenge the very systems they once supported. Many political analysts are now comparing the re

Suvendu Adhikari Named West Bengal CM After BJP’s Big Win Suvendu Adhikari has been named West Bengal chief minister after BJP’s historic 2026 victory, a decision driven by caste arithmetic, grassroots strength and his direct challenge to Mamata Banerjee. The BJP’s choice is not just about rewarding a winning leader. It is a signal that the party wants to reshape Bengal politics from the ground up. Why BJP Picked Suvendu Adhikari

In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through political circles, Chandranath Rath, the personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, was shot dead in West Bengal on Wednesday, May 6. Eyewitnesses have described the attack as a professional, pre-planned hit. Rath's tragic death is the latest in a string of mysterious and suspicious deaths surrounding Adhikari’s trusted aides, and it comes amid rising tensions related to post-poll violence in the state. Is there

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has firmly rejected calls to resign following the defeat of her party, Trinamool Congress (TMC), in the recent West Bengal Assembly Elections. Despite the electoral setback, Banerjee has declared that she will not step down, describing the demand for her resignation as a "symbolic protest." The TMC leader made these remarks during a closed-door party meeting with senior party leaders and newly elected MLAs on May 6. Banerjee added that she would not

Madhyamgram, West Bengal — A close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead in Madhyamgram near Kolkata on Wednesday May 6, 2026, police said.

Following a historic victory in West Bengal, which many have called the "final frontier" for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), top leaders of the party, including National President Nitin Nabin, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, state president Virendra Sachdeva, and MP Bansuri Swaraj, visited the iconic Kali Bari Mandir in Chittaranjan Park, New Delhi, on May 5 offered prayers and seeked blessings for the party’s upcoming government in the state. After the prayer ceremony, Nabin addressed

GOP Bill Seeks $1B for White House Security Upgrades Senate Republicans are pushing a $1 billion White House security funding plan tied to President Donald Trump’s proposed ballroom project, setting up a sharp fight in Congress. The money would go to the U.S. Secret Service for “security adjustments and upgrades” around the White House complex, including above-ground and below-ground protections. Officials said the funding is meant for security work, not bal

U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the Bharatiya Janata Party’s reported election victory in West Bengal, the White House said. The message came shortly after results indicated the BJP had secured power in the eastern Indian state, ending more than a d

Thalapathy Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Party has emerged as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. However, with 108 seats, it still needs 10 more to reach the magic figure of 118, which is required to form a majority government. As the situation unfolds, the question now is how Vijay will secure these additional 10 seats to ensure his party's rule in the state. Vijay is set to receive an invitation from the Governor to form the government,

A major political shift appears to be unfolding in West Bengal as the Bharatiya Janata Party takes a commanding lead in the ongoing Assembly election trends. According to early counting figures, BJP is leading in around 174 constituencies, significantly ahead of the ruling All India Trinamool Congress, whi

Date: May 2, 2026 | Time: 11:49AM IST | Place: Punjab, India   Two FIRs have been filed against Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak in Punjab days after he switched allegiance from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the BJP, according to government sources. While the exact reasons behind the cases remain unclear, sources mentioned that the FIRs have been filed under non-bailable sections, making the situation more serious for Pathak. The news comes amid a growing political storm following the

A poll of exit polls for the 2026 assembly elections across key states indicates a mixed political landscape, with different parties gaining ground in different regions. While the Bharatiya Janata Party is projected to dominate Assam, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is expected to retain power in Tam

Exit poll predicts NDA sweeping Assam with 88 to 100 seats in Assembly elections. BJP-led alliance likely to secure third consecutive term with strong vote share lead. The Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance is poised for a decisive victory in the Assam Assemb

April 29, 2026 | Kolkata, West Bengal Election Phase 2 Voting for the second and final phase of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 is currently underway across 142 constituencies in the southern region of the state. The polling, which began at 7 am and will continue until 6 pm, is being closely watched due to its political significance. Key districts such as Kolkata, Howrah, North and South 24 Parganas, Nadia, Hooghly, and Purba Bardhaman are part of this