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Lok Bhavan in Kolkata has extended the 24×7 Citizen Helpline for the 2nd phase of West Bengal Assembly polls till May 10. The service aims to ensure fearless voting by allowing citizens to report harassment instantly. This move strengthens voter protection, promotes transparency, and supports a safe democratic process in Bengal during the election period.
In the 2nd phase of the West Bengal Assembly polls on April 29, voting will be held across 142 constituencies in 7 districts. A total of 3,21,73,837 voters are eligible, including 1,57,37,418 women, 1,64,35,627 men, and 792 third-genders. The diverse electorate highlights the scale of participation, making this phase a democratic exercise in shaping Bengal.
At Sikkim’s 50th statehood anniversary closing event in Gangtok, PM Modi reaffirmed the NDA govt’s commitment to accelerating the state’s development. He slammed Congress for neglecting key projects in the past. Highlighting unity, Modi said Sikkim embodies the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’. He also launched development works worth over ₹4,000 crore.
Gujarat local body poll results 2026 are underway as vote counting begins across the state. BJP has already secured 43 municipal corporation seats unopposed, marking a strong start. Counting covers 15 municipal corporations, 84 municipalities, 34 district panchayats, and 260 taluka panchayats. These results are expected to shape local governance outcomes.
Union Minister for Railways and Information & Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnav arrived in Visakhapatnam to take part in the foundation stone laying of Google’s AI data centre at Tarluvada. He will join AP CM Chandrababu and IT Minister Lokesh, along with other dignitaries, marking a major milestone in the state’s digital infrastructure push today in the […]
Former cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin and Professor M. Kodandaram took oath as Telangana MLC. Azharuddin, the Minority Welfare Minister, needed this post by April 30 to stay in the Cabinet. Nominated under the Governor’s quota, their appointments follow a long legal battle in the Supreme Court and clear a period of major political uncertainty.
MP Raghav Chadha explained his move to the BJP, calling AAP’s environment “toxic” and controlled by corrupt individuals. Joining six other MPs, he claimed he was the “right man in the wrong party”. Despite a social media backlash, Chadha promised to continue fighting for public causes more effectively through his new political platform with the […]
The AAP in Gujarat faced a major blow as state General Secretary Sagar Rabari resigned just a day before local election results. Rabari, a key leader for farmers, announced his exit on Facebook, ending his 15-year journey. This follows a string of defections to the BJP, significantly weakening the party’s organizational strength and parliamentary presence.
BJP leader Raja Singh criticised the GHMC over demolition drives in Begum Bazaar, questioning the government’s actions against shop structures. He alleged selective enforcement and raised concerns about the impact on traders’ livelihoods. The remarks sparked debate on civic demolition policies, legality of encroachments.
AAP leader Sanjay Singh has petitioned the Rajya Sabha Chairman to disqualify seven MPs who recently defected to the BJP. Calling the merger illegal and unconstitutional, Singh cited the Tenth Schedule and consulted legal experts like Kapil Sibal. He also dismissed rumors of Punjab MLAs joining the split, labeling it false propaganda by the BJP.
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan extended warm wishes to CM Chandrababu for earning ‘Business Reformer of the Year 2025’ honor. He noted that the recognition highlights Naidu’s forward-thinking leadership, streamlined governance approach, and dedication to accelerating business growth, adding that his relentless efforts are positioning the state as top investment hub.
The Telangana govt has announced a welfare initiative to empower women by distributing sewing machines with full subsidy to 1,000 beneficiaries in each constituency. TG Minister Ponnam Prabhakar stated that applications will open soon, with collectors overseeing fair selection. The scheme aims to boost economic independence among women across the state.
Census operations in Telangana to begin today, launching a two-phase process. The first phase allows self-enumeration until May 10, enabling residents to submit their details online. This will be followed by a door-to-door survey in the 2nd phase. The form includes 33 questions, of which 27 are mandatory, and completion takes 15-20 minutes per household.
The defection of 7 Rajya Sabha MPs from Aam Aadmi Party to BJP has triggered fresh uncertainty for Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi and Punjab. The setback raises questions about party unity, and voter confidence. While AAP faces a tough challenge to rebuild momentum, its recovery will depend on grassroots support, and strategic political recalibration.
A wave of online criticism has hit Raghav Chadha after an internal rebellion within Aam Aadmi Party involving 6 Rajya Sabha MPs. The backlash led to Chadha losing 1.2 million Instagram followers, reflecting growing dissatisfaction among supporters. Social media platforms have been flooded with reactions, amplifying the political turmoil and raising questions.