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TVK’s campaign was conducted almost fully on social media, spearheaded by young people, who though form only one-fifth of the electorate, says Author R. Kannan; it was almost as if Mr. Vijay got a free pass as other parties were dismissive of him

Recent election results have significantly weakened the INDIA bloc, with key allies DMK and TMC facing defeats. This outcome forces the opposition to reconsider its strategy against the BJP's expanding influence. The alliance must now prioritize unity and joint planning, especially in crucial states like Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra, to counter the BJP's narrative and prepare for future electoral battles.

The LDF’s campaign, like its government, was strikingly at odds with Left tradition and revolved around Pinarayi’s personality; the UDF must now resist the temptation to imitate this model

Vijay, aka Thalapathy Vijay, has registered a hisoric victory with his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. Interestingly, May 4 — the day of the election results — also marked Trisha Krishnan’s birthday, setting off a wave of chatter online. Interestingly, Charmme Kaur and Lakshmi Manchu have hailed Trisha as a 'lucky mascot' after Vijay's win and called for 'double celebrations'.

The split of Muslim votes came to the advantage of the BJP and the party’s candidates were seen either winning or leading in six of the 12 seats in Malda, where the electorate is 50% Muslims. 

NDA bags record 101 of 126 Assembly seats, routing Congress-led Opposition alliance and establishing Himanta Biswa Sarma as one of its most bankable leaders

Party Looks To Stay On The Up In UP, Get Upper Hand In Punjab

BJP retains strongholds in north and southwest Bengal and makes inroads in Trinamool bastions of Kolkata and adjoining districts; party’s vote share touches 45.8%, the Trinamool’s drops to 40.8%

In a groundbreaking achievement, the NDA celebrated its third straight victory in Assam, with the BJP obtaining an unprecedented standalone majority. The stunning win, fueled by record voter turnout and new delimitation changes, saw the alliance claim 102 seats.

A drone strike from Iran injured three Indian nationals in Fujairah, UAE, igniting a fire at the petroleum industries zone. UAE defense confirmed four missiles were launched, with three intercepted. The Indian Embassy is ensuring medical care for the injured. This incident escalates regional tensions concerning energy infrastructure security.

The two openers added 143 runs for the first wicket, their third century stand in the IPL, and set up the chase. Mumbai Indians chased down 229 after LSG had scored 228 for five, finishing at 229 for four in 18.4 overs.

Senior leaders V.D. Satheesan, Ramesh Chennithala, and K.C. Venugopal attribute the massive win to cohesive teamwork within the alliance, the guarantees and assurances given to the people, methodical electioneering, and the ‘misgovernance and nepotism’ of the outgoing LDF government. The scale of the Left’s defeat has been amplified by the loss of face in some of its strongholds such as Taliparamba, Payyannur, and Ambalapuzha, where CPI(M) rebels backed by the UDF posted decisive victories