Punjab Congress demands alcohol, dope tests of all Assembly members, including CM Mann

IANS | May 1, 2026 2:58 PM

Chandigarh, May 1 (IANS) Seeking breath analyser and dope tests of all members, including Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, pandemonium prevailed in the Assembly at its special one-day session on Friday to mark International Labour Day, with the main Opposition Congress MLAs staging a walkout after heated exchanges over conduct inside the House with treasury benches.

‘Democracy under threat’: Pramod Tiwari on Kolkata strongroom row

IANS | May 1, 2026 2:52 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Congress MP Pramod Tiwari on Friday raised concerns over the Kolkata strongroom controversy, questioning the functioning of the Election Commission and alleging that repeated incidents could undermine democratic processes in the country.

Mamata Banerjee has 'panicked' before poll results: BJP MPs on Bengal CM's strong room visit

IANS | May 1, 2026 2:49 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MPs on Friday claimed that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has "panicked" before the Assembly election results on May 4 and is looking for an "excuse" for defeat.

Trinamool Congress raises alarm over 'sealed strongroom' access in Kolkata, seeks clarification from EC

IANS | May 1, 2026 2:28 PM

Kolkata, May 1 (IANS) The Trinamool Congress on Friday alleged irregularities involving access to a sealed strongroom in Kolkata, demanding an explanation from the Election Commission while asserting that the party would remain vigilant to prevent any tampering with votes.

'Fear-mongering attempt': Bengal CEO dismisses Abhishek Banerjee’s claim of elderly voter dying in polling booth

IANS | May 1, 2026 1:56 PM

Kolkata, May 1 (IANS) Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), West Bengal, Manoj Kumar Agarwal, on Friday issued a statement rubbishing an earlier social media statement by the Trinamool Congress general secretary and the party’s Lok Sabha member, Abhishek Banerjee, that an elderly voter died after being manhandled by central forces personnel at a polling booth in Udaynarayanpur in Howrah district during the second phase of Assembly polls on April 29.

BJP alliance moving towards victory: Tarun Chugh amid post-poll optimism

IANS | May 1, 2026 12:11 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) BJP National General Secretary, Tarun Chugh, on Friday expressed strong confidence in the party’s performance, saying the NDA alliance is heading towards a decisive win across multiple Assembly constituencies.

'Politically motivated': SC grants relief to Congress leader Pawan Khera

IANS | May 1, 2026 12:10 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday allowed the anticipatory bail plea of Congress leader Pawan Khera in connection with an FIR lodged by the Assam Police over his alleged remarks against Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Storms, heavy rain in UP claim 24 lives in 2 days; CM Adityanath assures support

IANS | May 1, 2026 11:37 AM

Lucknow, May 1 (IANS) Severe weather conditions, including heavy rain, strong storms, and lightning, have caused widespread damage across Uttar Pradesh over the past two days, claiming at least 24 lives. According to official reports, 15 people have been injured, while 16 animals have also died in the extreme weather events.

Mamata Banerjee’s EVM apprehensions are imaginary, reflect fear of defeat: Suvendu Adhikari

IANS | May 1, 2026 10:48 AM

Kolkata, May 1 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s apprehensions over an “imaginary” breach of security at the EVM strongrooms are nothing but reflections of her “fear of defeat”, prompted by her old habit of raising apprehensions about EVM manipulations whenever she senses a negative electoral pulse, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari said on Friday.

Prez Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings on Buddha Purnima, highlighting peace, harmony

IANS | May 1, 2026 9:08 AM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended best wishes on Buddha Purnima and said that Buddha's eternal messages of compassion, non-violence, peace and knowledge will continue to guide humanity.

Politics

Punjab Congress demands alcohol, dope tests of all Assembly members, including CM Mann

‘Democracy under threat’: Pramod Tiwari on Kolkata strongroom row

Mamata Banerjee has 'panicked' before poll results: BJP MPs on Bengal CM's strong room visit

Trinamool Congress raises alarm over 'sealed strongroom' access in Kolkata, seeks clarification from EC

'Fear-mongering attempt': Bengal CEO dismisses Abhishek Banerjee’s claim of elderly voter dying in polling booth

BJP alliance moving towards victory: Tarun Chugh amid post-poll optimism

'Politically motivated': SC grants relief to Congress leader Pawan Khera

Storms, heavy rain in UP claim 24 lives in 2 days; CM Adityanath assures support

Mamata Banerjee’s EVM apprehensions are imaginary, reflect fear of defeat: Suvendu Adhikari

Prez Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings on Buddha Purnima, highlighting peace, harmony

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