Bengal verdict marks 'historic shift', says former IAF officer Ranjan Mukherjee; credits PM Modi, voter sentiment

IANS | May 4, 2026 8:29 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) As the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to form the government in West Bengal, veteran Air Commodore Ranjan Mukherjee (retired) on Monday described the electoral outcome as a "historic shift", crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, the party's organisational strength, and a strong voter-driven sentiment for change.

Decoding BJP’s Bengal triumph: Strategies that delivered

IANS | May 4, 2026 7:51 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) The emphatic victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party in West Bengal, breaching what was long considered the political fortress of Mamata Banerjee, is being interpreted by analysts and political experts as the outcome of a deeply structured, multi-layered campaign that combined grassroots mobilisation, cultural outreach, organisational discipline, and narrative-building at scale.

'Historic day': PM Modi thanks voters for showing trust in BJP

IANS | May 4, 2026 7:39 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Thanking voters in all five states, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the joy of victory visible among BJP workers was memorable and described it as a historic day as the party took pole position in three Assemblies.

PM Modi, HM Shah hail hat-trick mandate in Assam; promise to speed up state's transformation

IANS | May 4, 2026 7:20 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah welcomed the resounding victory for the BJP in Assam, describing the hat-trick mandate for the party as the affirmation of people’s faith and trust in the double-engine government under Himanta Biswa Sarma.

'Always wanted to do something for society': Father on performance of Vijay's TVK in debut election

IANS | May 4, 2026 6:06 PM

Chennai, May 4 (IANS) With Tamil Nadu Assembly election trends giving a decisive lead to the newly-formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), clearly reflecting a major shift in the state's political landscape, party chief Vijay's father said that his son "always wanted to do something for the society".

CPI-M candidate Saji Cherian's hat trick win breaks 'Manmohan Bungalow jinx'

IANS | May 4, 2026 5:55 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 4 (IANS) In a Kerala Assembly polls result that blends electoral success with political folklore, senior CPI-M leader and minister Saji Cherian has scripted a third consecutive victory from Chengannur, while appearing to have broken the long-standing 'jinx' associated with the Manmohan Bungalow in the state capital.

Journalists in Quetta slam PECA, pledge to continue struggle for freedom of expression

IANS | May 4, 2026 4:40 PM

Quetta, May 4 (IANS) Journalists in Pakistan's Quetta have expressed their commitment to defending media independence, pledging to continue their struggle for freedom of expression and rejecting "black laws" restricting rights of press, local media reported on Monday.

Pakistan: Court once again rejects petitions of Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi

IANS | May 4, 2026 4:24 PM

Islamabad, May 4 (IANS) The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday rejected the petitions of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi requesting the suspension of their sentences in the £190 million corruption case. The court stated that their main appeals were already fixed for hearing, local media reported on Monday.

‘Jhalmuri’ turns into symbol of BJP’s Bengal surge as leaders celebrate early lead with iconic snack

IANS | May 4, 2026 4:19 PM

Kolkata, May 4 (IANS) Just weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought the Bengali snack ‘jhalmuri’ into the national spotlight, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is now using the same as a symbol of celebration, as early trends in the Assembly elections show the party surging ahead.

Stunning defeat: Stalin loses Kolathur to TVK’s VS Babu

IANS | May 4, 2026 4:18 PM

Chennai, May 4 (IANS) In a major political upset, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin lost the Kolathur Assembly constituency, marking a significant setback for the DMK and signalling a dramatic shift in the state’s political landscape.

Politics

Bengal verdict marks 'historic shift', says former IAF officer Ranjan Mukherjee; credits PM Modi, voter sentiment

Decoding BJP’s Bengal triumph: Strategies that delivered

'Historic day': PM Modi thanks voters for showing trust in BJP

PM Modi, HM Shah hail hat-trick mandate in Assam; promise to speed up state's transformation

'Always wanted to do something for society': Father on performance of Vijay's TVK in debut election

CPI-M candidate Saji Cherian's hat trick win breaks 'Manmohan Bungalow jinx'

Journalists in Quetta slam PECA, pledge to continue struggle for freedom of expression

Pakistan: Court once again rejects petitions of Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi

‘Jhalmuri’ turns into symbol of BJP’s Bengal surge as leaders celebrate early lead with iconic snack

Stunning defeat: Stalin loses Kolathur to TVK’s VS Babu

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