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West Bengal Assembly dissolved by Governor; Mamata Banerjee yet to step down as CM

West Bengal Assembly dissolved by Governor; Mamata Banerjee yet t...

Thu, May 07, 2026

In a significant political development, the Governor of West Bengal has dissolved the state Legislative Assembly with effect from May 7, 2026. The WB Governor, RN Ravi, in the order stated, “In exercise of the power conferred on me by sub-clause 9(b) of Clause (2) of Article 174 of the Constitution of India, I hereby dissolve the Legislative Assembly of West Bengal with effect from May 7, 2026."

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Mamata Banerjee refuses to resign after big defeat in WB polls

Mamata Banerjee refuses to resign after big defeat in WB polls

Tue, May 05, 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has asserted that she will not resign or accept defeat, claiming that her party was not morally defeated in the recently concluded elections.  Meanwhile, tensions escalated in West Bengal’s political landscape on Tuesday as the Trinamool Congress (TMC) accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of widespread post-poll violence. "BJP's violent face stands exposed. Bengal will not tolerate this barbarism. Every drop of blood shed will be answered," TMC said.

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‘Hats Off to Bhabanipur’: Amit Shah hails voters, credits PM Modi, BJP workers for Bengal victory

‘Hats Off to Bhabanipur’: Amit Shah hails voters, credits PM Modi...

Tue, May 05, 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) performance in West Bengal, calling it a 'historic victory' and a strong mandate against 'fear, appeasement, and those who protect infiltrators.' Shah expressed gratitude to the people of Bengal, stating that the mandate marks a moment of pride for BJP workers across the country.

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Assembly Elections 2026: From West Bengal to Tamil Nadu, key seats to watch on May 4

Assembly Elections 2026: From West Bengal to Tamil Nadu, key seat...

Sun, May 03, 2026

Assembly Elections Result 2026 will hinge on key seats across West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry as counting takes place on May 4. Close contests involving BJP, TMC, DMK, AIADMK, LDF, UDF and TVK are expected to shape the final verdict.

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West Bengal extends 24×7 helpline till May 10; voters can report poll issues, threats

West Bengal extends 24×7 helpline till May 10; voters can report...

Tue, Apr 28, 2026

Lok Bhavan West Bengal has extended its 24×7 helpline till May 10 to support voters during the Assembly elections. Citizens can report poll-related issues, threats or obstruction, with authorities assuring quick and confidential action.

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West Bengal Lok Sabha Election Winners List 2024: TMC leads in 29 out of 42 seats, BJP ahead in 12

West Bengal Lok Sabha Election Winners List 2024: TMC leads in 29...

Tue, Jun 04, 2024

West Bengal Lok Sabha Election Winners List 2024: The Trinamool Congress party was on track to emerge victorious in the Lok Sabha polls in West Bengal, the state with the third largest representation in the lower house of Parliament, as preliminary polling data showed the party was leading in 29 out of the 42 seats in the state. According to data available on the ECI portal, leading party candidates included Jagadish Chandra Barma Basunia (leading from the Coochbehar seat), Khalilur Rahaman (Jangipur), Pathan Yusuf (Baharampur), Abu Taher Khan (Murshidabad), Partha Bhowmick (Barrackpur), Mahua Moitra (Krishnanagar), Sougata Ray (Dum Dum) and Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar (Barasat). Follow this space to view the latest available data on the list of winners.

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West Bengal Lok Sabha Election Result LIVE Updates: TMC on track to stage a huge comeback in West Bengal, leads in 29 out of 42 seats

West Bengal Lok Sabha Election Result LIVE Updates: TMC on track...

Tue, Jun 04, 2024

West Bengal Lok Sabha Election Result LIVE Updates: The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) party - also known as the TMC - staged a significant lead in the Lok Sabha polls in West Bengal on Tuesday, showed data from the Election Commission of India (ECI) portal, results.eci.gov.in. Prominent Trinamool Congress candidates who were leading included Jagadish Chandra Barma Basunia (Coochbehar), Khalilur Rahaman (Jangipur), Pathan Yusuf (Baharampur), Abu Taher Khan (Murshidabad) and Partha Bhowmick (Barrackpur). Follow this space to catch the latest updates on the Lok Sabha election results in West Bengal. 

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West Bengal Lok Sabha Elections 2024: 57% of booths in 5th phase sensitive, CAPF deployment increased

West Bengal Lok Sabha Elections 2024: 57% of booths in 5th phase...

Sat, May 18, 2024

West Bengal Lok Sabha Elections 2024: The seven Lok Sabha constituencies in West Bengal that are going to polls on May 20 include Hooghly, Arambagh and Serampore in Hooghly district, Barrackpore and Bangaon in North 24 Parganas district and Howrah and Uluberia in Howrah district.

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West Bengal Panchayat Election results: What led to TMC's landslide win; where do BJP, CPI (M) and Congress stand?

West Bengal Panchayat Election results: What led to TMC's la...

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

As the counting is in progress the ruling TMC is heading for a landslide victory with wins or leads in over 35,000 gram panchayat seats. In the three-tier panchayat elections TMC has also emerged as a big winner at the Panchayat Samiti and Zilla Parishad levels. The counting of votes for 9,730 Panchayat Samiti seats, 928 Zilla Parishad seats and 63,229 gram panchayat seats began on Tuesday, July 11.

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West Bengal Elections: Meaning of Lokkho Sonar Bangla campaign? Its benefits for Bengalis? Decoded and explained

West Bengal Elections: Meaning of Lokkho Sonar Bangla campaign? I...

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

'Lokkho Sonar Bangla' is basically BJP's campaign targeting to build a golden Bengal.

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News Live: BJP delegation meets EC over West Bengal row

News Live: BJP delegation meets EC over West Bengal row

Mon, Feb 04, 2019

The high-level BJP delegation included Union Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi met EC over West Bengal row. Watch full video to know more.

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