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Tamil Nadu polls: Chepauk-Triplicane likely to stay a DMK bastion despite issues
As the electoral atmosphere heats up in Chepauk-Triplicane, the spotlight is on Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, who enjoys a robust support base. While the DMK radiates confidence with backing from a s
1 hours agoAssembly elections LIVE: BJP releases 5th list for Bengal polls; veteran, ex-Union minister’s kin get tickets
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch the BJP’s campaign for West Bengal Assembly elections from Cooch Behar today
7 hours agoTamil Nadu polls: Gobichettipalayam anyone's game after Sengottaiyan's jump
In Gobichettipalayam, the electoral dynamics are undergoing a seismic shift. Sengottaiyan's transition to the TVK is putting his historical Gounder support base, once solidly behind AIADMK, to the te
1 days agoTamil Nadu polls: Is there any space for Vijay's TVK in the duopoly between DMK-AIADMK?
Actor Vijay Thalapathy's new party, TVK, is emerging as a third option in Tamil Nadu politics, challenging the long-standing dominance of DMK and AIADMK. With populist welfare promises and a strong so
1 days agoTamil Nadu polls: BJP releases candidate list, drops K Annamalai amid seat row
The BJP has unveiled its candidate list for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, following internal discussions and cadre concerns. Notably, former state president K Annamalai is absent from this
1 days agoWest Bengal polls: TMC reels in voters with 'Mache Bhate Bangali', leaves BJP high & dry
West Bengal's upcoming assembly polls see the common phrase 'Mache Bhate Bangali' (Bengali by fish and rice) become a potent political symbol. The TMC is leveraging this cultural identity against the
2 days agoTamil Nadu polls: MK Stalin doubles down on attack on EPS, ignores TVK chief Vijay
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin aggressively targeted AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami and Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his Trichy campaign, notably sidestepping TVK chief Vijay. Despite Sta
3 days agoTamil Nadu polls: In 21 constituencies without rising sun or two leaves, can TVK, NTK slip through?
In Tamil Nadu's upcoming elections, 21 constituencies will see alliance partners of DMK and AIADMK contest against each other without the major parties' symbols. This shift, influenced by smaller par
4 days agoAssembly Election LIVE: BJP releases manifesto for Assam polls, promises UCC, steps against 'love jihad'
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma promises two lakh jobs in the next 5 years, and a flood-free State.
5 days agoKerala Assembly polls: UDF looks to extend its dominance in Thrikkakara for fourth election in a row
Uma Thomas, Pushpa Das and Akhil Marar are in the fray as the United Democratic Front, Left Democratic Front and NDA-backed Twenty20 face off in Thrikkakara
5 days agoTamil Nadu polls: Why is M K Stalin scared every time I visit Delhi, asks Edappadi K Palaniswami
AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami asserted his party leads the NDA in Tamil Nadu, accusing CM Stalin of framing the election as a state versus center battle. Palaniswami questioned Stalin's visits
29 Mar 2026Vijay to contest from Perambur, Trichy East: TVK unveils key candidates for Tamil Nadu polls
Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has announced its candidate list, with Vijay himself contesting from Perambur and Trichy East. The party also revealed its vision for youth, promising Rs 4,000 monthl
29 Mar 2026
FoodKerala Assembly Polls 2026: Inflation, a major talking point ahead of polls
The spike in food prices has emerged as a major concern for the public. A long-standing welfare architecture in Kerala has attempted to cushion the effects of inflation, especially for the vulnerable.
29 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu polls: T T V Dhinakaran announces candidates for 11 constituencies
AMMK leader T T V Dhinakaran has revealed the party's candidates for 11 seats in the upcoming April 23 polls. These seats are part of the AIADMK-led NDA alliance. Many of the chosen nominees are form
28 Mar 2026'No seat vacant': Congress to take on Mamata with 'big leader', contest all 294 in Bengal polls
'No seat vacant': Congress to take on Mamata with 'big leader', contest all 294 in Bengal polls
28 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu polls 2026: Vijay’s Trichy East plan on hold, TVK starts campaign in Perambur
TVK chief Vijay is weighing a dual contest in Perambur and Trichy East, contingent on DMK's candidate announcements. While Perambur is his primary choice, Trichy East is a secondary option due to its
27 Mar 2026West Bengal polls: RG Kar victim’s mother Ratna Debnath gets BJP ticket from Panihati
The BJP has nominated Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim, from Panihati for the West Bengal Assembly elections. Her decision to contest on a BJP ticket stems fr
25 Mar 2026No electricity, water, or toilets for 16 years: Over 50 families to boycott Tamil Nadu assembly polls
Over 50 families in Thirupparaithurai, Tamil Nadu, have announced a boycott of the upcoming Assembly elections. Relocated 16 years ago due to National Highway expansion, residents claim they still la
25 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu polls: Skipper leads from the front in Vada Chennai
North Chennai's voters are a tough challenge for politicians. DMK swept all seats in 2021, but faces local anger over issues like water supply and past incidents. Key DMK leaders are expected to perf
25 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu polls: Under fire for Delhi visits, Edappadi K Palaniswami seals alliance deal at AIADMK headquarters
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami countered criticism of subservience to BJP by hosting alliance seat-sharing talks at his party headquarters. The move, which also saw TTV Dhinakaran attend, symbol
24 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu polls: DMDK ready to give up seats for alliance’s win, says Premallatha Vijayakant
DMDK is willing to reduce its seat demands to ensure the alliance wins. Party general secretary Premallatha Vijayakant stated that loyal workers will receive priority for tickets. She dismissed claim
24 Mar 2026
IndiaKerala Assembly polls 2026: CPI(M), Congress accuse each other of fragmenting ‘LDF-UDF duopoly’ in Kerala by aiding BJP
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan accuses Congress national leadership under Rahul Gandhi of playing as BJP’s ‘B-Team’. AICC general secretary K.C. Venugopal says PM Modi and Amit Shah have found ‘a wil
24 Mar 2026
CelebsKerala polls: CPI(M) slams UDF’s Ramesh Pisharody over Gaza stance; Thomas Isaac’s ‘joker’ jibe sparks row
CPI(M) raises questions about ‘apolitical’ nature of actor-politician Ramesh Pisharody, the UDF candidate in Palakkad, pointing at his earlier statements dismissing protests in Kerala against deaths i
24 Mar 2026TN assembly polls: Differences ironed out in NDA, Goyal to visit TN for final seat talks
TN assembly polls: Differences ironed out in NDA, Goyal to visit TN for final seat talks
23 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu assembly polls: EPS moves to seal seat-sharing deal, calls allies to AIADMK headquarters
AIADMK's Royapettah headquarters buzzes with activity as Edappadi K. Palaniswami hosts BJP's Piyush Goyal and allies for crucial seat-sharing talks. This follows high-level discussions in Delhi aimed
23 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu polls: TVK chief T Velmurugan quits DMK alliance over seat-sharing row, rules out joining NDA
Tamizhaga Vazhvurimai Katchi (TVK) founder T Velmurugan has exited the DMK-led alliance over seat-sharing disputes, stating his party won't join the BJP either due to religious division. Velmurugan e
22 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu assembly polls: AIADMK-led NDA nears seat-sharing deal, Piyush Goyal to seal pact in Chennai
AIADMK-led NDA in Tamil Nadu is nearing a seat-sharing agreement, with BJP's Piyush Goyal expected in Chennai soon to finalize the deal. Sources suggest AIADMK will contest around 170 seats, with BJP
22 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu assembly polls: Ramadoss-led PMK faction allies with Sasikala, eyes contest in all 234 seats
Tamil Nadu assembly polls: Ramadoss-led PMK faction allies with Sasikala, eyes contest in all 234 seats
21 Mar 2026TN assembly polls: EPS meets Amit Shah in Delhi, alliance seat-sharing nears finalisation, NDA partners join talks
TN assembly polls: EPS meets Amit Shah in Delhi, alliance seat-sharing nears finalisation, NDA partners join talks
21 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu polls: T T V Dhinakaran, Anbumani Ramadoss in Delhi for seat talks; EPS says deal in 4 days
AMMK leader T T V Dhinakaran and PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss traveled to Delhi to finalize seat-sharing arrangements within the AIADMK-led NDA for the upcoming Tamil Nadu polls. Their meetings with
20 Mar 2026