Storm Modi sweeps Bengal
According to data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI), the BJP had won 176 seats and was leading in nearly 32 constituencies as counting progressed across 293 Assembly segments till 9.30 p.m.
According to data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI), the BJP had won 176 seats and was leading in nearly 32 constituencies as counting progressed across 293 Assembly segments till 9.30 p.m.
Early trends from multiple districts show BJP leading across key constituencies, as Suvendu Adhikari projects a decisive shift in Bengal’s political landscape during counting day.
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A 93.19% voter turnout was registered during the first phase of voting in 2026 Assembly elections in West Bengal on April 23.
AAP’s Punjab in-charge Manish Sisodia has summoned all MLAs of the party, along with block observers and heads of frontal organisations, for a meeting scheduled on April 29.
Leading the protesting legislators at the Bihar Legislative Council, former Chief Minister Rabri Devi strongly attacked the government over rising crime, violence against women, and issues concerning students.
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The protest escalated a widening political row over the AI Impact Summit, with Congress alleging mismanagement and a flawed US trade push, while BJP termed the demonstration “anti-India” and backed police action.
“Since the original complainant, BJP leader Praveen Darekar was not present, the hearing of the case will be held on March 10, when Darekar and those accused will record their testimonies,” Privileges Committee Chairman and BJP leader Prasad Lad said.
