Author: Samiddha Chakraborty
13th May | West Bengal The first session of the newly elected 18th West Bengal Legislative Assembly will commence on May 15, marking the beginning of a new political chapter in the state following the recently concluded Assembly elections. The election of the Speaker will take place on the opening day of the session, according to official notifications issued by the Assembly secretariat.Senior BJP legislator Tapas Roy has been appointed as the pro tem Speaker and was administered the oath by Governor R. N. Ravi at Raj Bhavan in Kolkata. As pro tem Speaker, Roy will oversee the oath-taking ceremony…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday attended the “SomnathAmritMahotsav” celebrations in Gujarat, commemorating 75 years of the reconstruction of the historic Somnath Temple. Addressing devotees and dignitaries at the temple complex, Modi described Somnath as a timeless symbol of Bharat’s resilience, unity, and civilisational strength.
Sanskruti Jayana, granddaughter of former Gujarat Chief Minister and current Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, has officially entered the film industry with her acting debut in the mythological drama Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart. The film, released on May 7, has already generated considerable attention for its grand visuals, spiritual themes and fresh cast.
The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) is set to approach the Supreme Court over alleged manipulation and irregularities during the recently concluded 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. The move comes after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a sweeping victory in the state, ending the TMC’s 15-year rule and triggering a major political confrontation between the two parties.
In the wake of the 2026 Assembly election results, security arrangements outside key residences and offices linked to the Trinamool Congress leadership have been significantly eased across West Bengal. The move follows the party’s electoral defeat, marking a visible shift in administrative priorities and political authority.
In a significant political development on May 1, 2026, the Election Commission of India (ECI) cleared the path for K. Kavitha’s new political venture, approving the name “Telangana Rakshana Sena” for public notice. While Kavitha—daughter of former CM K. Chandrashekar Rao—initially launched the party as “Telangana Rashtra Sena” in Medchal on April 25, the ECI selected the “Rakshana” (Protection) variant from her submitted options. The strategic move revives the powerful “TRS” acronym, which analysts see as a calculated attempt to reclaim the regional sentiment abandoned when her father’s party rebranded to BRS. Formal registration now hinges on a mandatory 30-day objection period.
West Bengal has created electoral history in the 2026 Assembly elections by recording an unprecedented voter turnout of nearly 92.9%, the highest since Independence. The remarkable participation highlights a surge in democratic engagement and reflects the intensity of the political contest across the state.
The Madhya Pradesh government has accelerated its efforts to implement a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), setting a 60-day deadline for a specially constituted panel to prepare a draft bill. The state aims to introduce and potentially roll out the legislation by Diwali 2026, marking a significant policy shift in personal law governance.
In a major pre-election crackdown, security forces across West Bengal have arrested over 1,500 individuals ahead of the final phase of the Assembly elections, aiming to ensure a peaceful and fair voting process. The large-scale operation was carried out jointly by state police and central forces, reflecting heightened concerns over law and order in the concluding stage of polling.
24th April | Kolkata The first phase of the 2026 Assembly elections witnessed a remarkable surge in voter participation, with West Bengal recording an unprecedented turnout of 92% and Tamil Nadu registering an impressive 84%. These figures mark one of the highest voter turnouts in the electoral history of both states, highlighting a strong democratic spirit among citizens.In West Bengal, Phase 1 polling covered a significant number of constituencies, where voters turned out in large numbers from early morning despite heat and logistical challenges. The turnout surpassed previous records, including the notable participation seen during the 2011 elections. Election officials…