Top officials from the Tamil Nadu State Election Commission anticipate a strong voter turnout in Tamil Nadu Assembly polls despite prevailing heatwaves. Extensive arrangements, including shaded queues and other facilities, have been made to support voters. Authorities remain confident that public enthusiasm will drive large participation across constituencies.
Northern Indian beverages help combat intense summer heat. Aam Panna, made from raw mango, protects against heatstroke, while Jaljeera with cumin and mint improves digestion and appetite. Thandai, prepared with milk and almonds, provides cooling and nutrition. These natural drinks not only quench thirst but also support overall health effectively.
State BJP Vice President Khushbu Sundar cast her vote at a polling booth in Mylapore during the elections. The constituency is witnessing a key contest between BJP candidate Tamilisai Soundararajan and DMK’s D. Velu. Voting is underway across the region, with leaders and voters actively participating in the democratic process to decide the electoral outcome.
Congress Senior Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury has expressed confidence of a favorable outcome as he contests from the Berhampore seat. The Congress leader highlighted strong anti-incumbency sentiments in Murshidabad district. With several top candidates entering the fray, the contest has become increasingly intense, turning the region into a key battleground.
Tamil Nadu has a 5.73 crore-strong electorate voting across 75,064 polling stations in 33,133 locations to decide the fate of 4,023 candidates. The voter base includes 2.93 crore women, 2.83 crore men, and 7,728 third-gender individuals. The Election Commission has deployed 1,06,418 ballot units, 75,064 control units, and VVPAT machines for polling.
➢Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leads a strong secular alliance with Congress➢All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) joined with BJP➢Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is contesting alone➢Pattali Makkal Katchi, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal & CPI join alliances➢Smaller parties and independents also shape the contest.
Actor Ajith Kumar cast his vote at a polling station in Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai, during the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, drawing a large crowd of fans and onlookers. His arrival triggered chaotic scenes outside the booth as people gathered to catch a glimpse. Police personnel were deployed to control the crowd and ensure smooth and peaceful […]
EVM malfunctions were reported at multiple polling booths in West Bengal during phase one of voting. Issues included non-working machines in Kandi Block’s Kumarsanda (Booth 19), Chanchal 1 in Malda’s Motiharpur (Booth 211), and Kalchini’s Mendabari in Alipurduar (Booth 205). Election officials are addressing the technical problems at affected sites.
PM Modi has appealed to the people of Tamil Nadu to actively participate in the 2026 Assembly elections. In a post on “X,” he urged voters to fulfill their democratic duty with enthusiasm. He especially called upon youth and women to vote in large numbers, encouraging them to help achieve a record voter turnout across […]
The final rites of former Nadendla Bhaskar Rao will be held today following his demise due to age-related illness. His mortal remains will be placed at his residence in Panjagutta for public homage. Later, the funeral is scheduled at 4 pm at a cemetery in Hyderabad, where family members, supporters, and leaders are expected to […]
Polling has commenced across Tamil Nadu, and voting is taking place in all 234 constituencies of Tamil Nadu, with 5.73 crore eligible voters and over 75,000 polling booths arranged. Simultaneously, West Bengal has launched its first phase of polling, covering 152 constituencies spread across 16 districts amid tight security and large voter participation.
The Pentagon said Navy Secretary John Phelan has stepped down immediately, with Undersecretary Hung Cao named acting secretary. His exit follows a recent Navy conference address and comes amid US naval operations near Iran during a tense ceasefire. No reason was given. Phelan, a Trump nominee and donor, had no prior military service experience.
Students across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh will begin their summer holidays from April 24, with schools set to reopen on June 11 after a 48-day break. Today marks the final working day, during which report cards will be distributed. The Education Dept confirmed that the vacation schedule applies to all govt, private, and aided schools […]
An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon wounded two journalists, Amal Khalil and Zeinab Faraj, while they were working near the border, their employer said. The strike targeted al-Tiri town, where two people were also killed. Rescue operations were launched amid heavy damage. Israel said it hit Hezbollah-linked targets posing an imminent threat.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said President Vladimir Putin would meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy only to finalise agreements on the conflict. He emphasised that any meeting must have a clear purpose and be productive. Peskov added that Putin is ready for talks in Moscow at any time, but only if they lead to concrete outcomes.