WB result: Split in minority votes cracks TMC bastions, fuels BJP surge in Muslim-majority districtsThe BJP’s breakthrough in West Bengal was driven less by major expansion of its own base and more by a split in the Muslim vote that had lo...
05 May, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
'Chappal Phaad Ke': From welfare to wave, what cost TMC in West BengalBJP has ended 15 years of TMC rule in West Bengal, securing a majority by appealing to women voters with welfare promises and highlighting ...
04 May, 2026, 11.47 PM IST
How the three Ms and paramilitary forces may have played a major role in West Bengal outcome 2026In the 2026 assembly elections of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, known for her long, strong hold over the state, faced unexpected hurdles. T...
04 May, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
Assembly elections 2026: Giant slayers who changed the face of resultsThe May 2026 election trends across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry indicate a major political shift, with voters bre...
04 May, 2026, 08.33 PM IST
Jangipur Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates: TMC's Jakir Hossain & BJP's Chitta Mukherjee in direct contestJangipur's electoral fortunes are poised for a close fight. Exit polls indicate a tight contest with a slight edge for the BJP. The TMC is ...
04 May, 2026, 08.54 AM IST
West Bengal election results 2026: 10 key seats to watch as Bengal counts its votesCounting for the West Bengal Legislative Assembly election begins on May 4, 2026. Results will be declared across 77 centres. The election ...
04 May, 2026, 07.43 AM IST
Domkal assembly election results 2026: In Humayun Kabir vs Mostafijur Rahaman, who is winning?In West Bengal's Domkal, a close electoral battle is underway between former IPS officer Humayun Kabir and CPI(M)'s Mostafijur Rahaman. Whi...
04 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Post-poll violence reported from several districts of Bengal, police begin probePost-poll violence has been reported across West Bengal's districts, including South 24 Parganas, Murshidabad, Malda, and North 24 Parganas...
01 May, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
After Bihar, will Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM become a factor in West Bengal too?AIMIM is targeting the 2026 West Bengal Assembly polls after a notable performance in Bihar. The party faces challenges from electoral roll...
29 Apr, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
West Bengal Assembly Election 2026: Can Modi’s BJP crack Mamata Banerjee’s TMC stronghold in make-or-break Phase 2?West Bengal election 2026 is a key test for PM Modi and the BJP as they aim to challenge the TMC's stronghold. Over 3.22 crore voters will ...
29 Apr, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
Kolkata weather today: Rain, thunderstorms to lash 'City of Joy' and other Bengal districts on polling day, IMD issues yellow alertKolkata rains: As Kolkata and other Bengal districts go to phase 2 voting today, the IMD has predicted rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds ...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
- Bengal polls: Movement via Petrapole land port, other Bangladesh border routes restricted
Border movement is restricted in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. This curb is in place for the final phase of assembly elections....
28 Apr, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
Bengal, Tamil Nadu record highest-ever turnout since Independence in Phase 1 of polling, says Gyanesh KumarVoter turnout in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu reached historic highs on Thursday. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar announced the rec...
24 Apr, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
West Bengal Phase 1 elections: EVM glitches, violence disrupt polling in several areasVoting began in West Bengal's assembly elections amid disruptions. Electronic Voting Machine glitches caused delays at several polling stat...
24 Apr, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
Murshidabad violence: Bengal elections turn violent amid TMC-AUJP clashes, stone pelting, crude bomb attack and proxy voting claimsMurshidabad Violence: West Bengal elections face unrest. Murshidabad saw clashes between TMC and AUJP workers. BJP candidate Agnimitra Paul...
24 Apr, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
West Bengal records highest voter turnout since 2011 Left ouster, polling crosses 92%West Bengal's Assembly elections ushered in an extraordinary voter turnout, surpassing 92.72%—a record for the last fifteen years! Despite ...
24 Apr, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
West Bengal elections: High-pitched campaign for 152 seats in first phase ends; voting on April 23The high-pitched campaign for West Bengal's first phase of assembly elections concluded Tuesday, with the BJP and TMC clashing over elector...
22 Apr, 2026, 09.30 PM IST