Exit polls suggest a BJP-led alliance victory in Assam and a UDF win in Kerala, potentially leaving the Left out of power in any state. Puducherry is expected to see the AINRC-BJP combine retain power. Tamil Nadu and West Bengal present a mixed picture, with some polls indicating a tight race in Tamil Nadu and
Prime Minister Narendra Modi may make a brief stopover in the UAE next month during his European tour. Discussions are ongoing for this potential visit, which would underscore India’s strong strategic partnership with the Gulf nation. This stopover would allow India to express solidarity following Iran’s strikes on GCC countries.
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Central forces personnel at a polling booth in Gaighata allegedly prevented elderly men from voting in their lungis, citing dress code violations. This led to protests from villagers and Trinamool members, who accused the forces of harassment. The restriction was later withdrawn after the unrest.
Kolkata witnessed a significant surge in voter turnout, nearly matching the state’s average, a stark contrast to its historically low participation. This increase is largely attributed to the ‘Systematic Voter’s List Revision’ (SIR) deletions, which motivated many to vote, alongside potential anti-incumbency sentiments.
