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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.

Stable BJP govt can boost investor confidence in West Bengal: Sanjiv Goenka

IANS | May 4, 2026 6:54 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Industrialist Sanjiv Goenka on Monday expressed optimism about West Bengal’s evolving political landscape, saying a stable government led by the BJP could help restore investor confidence and attract fresh investments into the state.

'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.

Fire safety a shared responsibility: Health Secretary

IANS | May 4, 2026 4:27 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Emphasising that ensuring safety within institutions is a shared and collective responsibility, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava on Monday inaugurated the nationwide observance of Fire Safety Week, aimed at strengthening preparedness and prevention systems across healthcare facilities.

‘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.

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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

Stable BJP govt can boost investor confidence in West Bengal: Sanjiv Goenka

'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'

Fire safety a shared responsibility: Health Secretary

‘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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