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

In a defiant stance after the BJP's overwhelming victory in the 2026 Bengal Assembly elections, Mamata Banerjee has refused to resign from her position as Chief Minister, despite losing her Bhabanipur seat. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader, who has led Bengal for over a decade, declared, “I won’t resign. I didn’t lose,” in a packed press conference. This statement has raised questions about the constitutional implications of her refusal to step down, as the TMC government’s term

The 2026 Indian assembly elections have garnered international attention, with global publications reporting on the significant victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in West Bengal, alongside a political shock in Tamil Nadu. The international media spotlighted the BJP’s historic win in West Bengal, a state that had been under the control of Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress (TMC) for 15 years. This result has significant implications for India's political landscape, with many pub

Kolkata, May 5, 2026 – In a remarkable victory that epitomizes political transformation and grassroots mobilization, Kalita Majhi, a former domestic worker from Guskara, has emerged as the newly elected Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) for the Ausgram constituency in West Bengal. Her success is part of a broader landslide win for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which has made substantial gains in the state, previously dominated by the Trinamool Congress (TMC). Majhi secured 1,07,

In a historic electoral outcome, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) claimed a resounding victory in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, securing 206 seats and a two-thirds majority. This victory ends the 15-year reign of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in the state, marking a significant shift in Bengal’s political landscape. The BJP's rise was swift, with the party crossing the halfway mark of 148 seats early in the counting process, signaling a monumental change. The TMC, led by

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

The much-anticipated counting of votes for the Assembly Election Results 2026 has officially begun across five crucial states in India – West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry. This election cycle has drawn nationwide attention due to intense campaigning, shifting alliances, and the presence of both established political giants and emerging challengers. With a three-tier security system in place, election officials initiated the counting process early in the morning, startin

India is set to witness decisive outcomes as vote counting begins for the recently held Assembly elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and the Union Territory of Puducherry. The results, secured in electronic voting machines under strict multi-layered security, are expected to be finalized by the end of the day, marking a significant moment in the country’s political landscape. The atmosphere remained highly charged leading up to counting day, particularly in We

The deployment of the USS New Orleans (LPD-18) in the Arabian Sea is drawing global attention as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate. According to the U.S. Central Command, the warship has been actively involved in maritime patrol operations aimed at enforcing restrictions linked to Iran. Images released on May 2, 2026, show the vessel operatin

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

Repolling is currently underway at 15 polling booths across two Assembly constituencies in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal. The Election Commission had ordered the repolls after reports of electoral malpractices in these regions. The voting process began at 7 AM and will continue until 6 PM today, May 2, 2026. The 11 polling stations in Magrahat Paschim and four in Diamond Harbour will undergo the repoll process. The original voting for these constituencies was held on April 29, 2026, during t

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

Voting in Phase 2 of West Bengal elections saw 89.99 percent turnout till 5 pm, crossing 2021 levels. High voter participation across districts signals intense political contest and strong public engagement. The second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026 witnessed an impressive voter turnout of 89.99 percent by 5 pm, already exceeding the 80.4 percent recorded in the 2021 elections for the same 142 c

Abhishek Banerjee has steadily evolved into one of the most prominent faces of West Bengal politics, marking a significant transition within the Trinamool Congress. While he formally entered politics in 2011, his early exposure to political life came much earlier through his aunt,

April 29, 2026 | Kolkata, West Bengal Election 2026 Controversy Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday intensified the political temperature in West Bengal by accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party of attempting to rig the ongoing Assembly elections. Speaking during the crucial second an

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

On April 25, 2026, 79 crude bombs were recovered from an abandoned house in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, prompting the National Investigation Agency to register a case on April 26, 2026; the exact time of recovery was not disclosed.   The

With only a few hours left before campaigning ends for the second phase of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, political leaders have intensified their efforts to reach voters across the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed key concerns of the Matua community, promising that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would ensure citizenship for Hindu refugees who migrated from Banglad