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West Bengal's political landscape, historically dominated by single parties for extended periods, is now witnessing an intense battle for the 2026 assembly elections. Chief minister Mamata Banerjee's 15-year rule faces a formidable challenge from the aggressively expanding BJP, which aims to end the TMC's reign. This election marks a critical juncture for the state's political legacy.

Grammy winning rapper Cardi B and Jen Vrabel, wife of New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel, show different ways of handling cheating. Cardi B forgave her ex-husband but warned of consequences. She is no longer with him. She filed for a divorce in July 2024 after seven years of marriage. As for Jen Vrabel, she was seen with her husband Mike Vrabel after reports of infidelity with Dianna Russini did internet rounds. Their actions suggest personal choices in their respective relationships.

The high court also said while dismissing the petition, “It is the prerogative of the office of the Election Commission of India to appoint the counting supervisor and counting assistant either from the state government or the central government. This court does not find any illegality for appointing counting supervisor and counting assistant from the central government / central PSU employee instead of state government employee.”

West Bengal is on high alert before counting day due to Supreme Court moves, a 15-seat repoll order, and EVM tampering allegations. The TMC has challenged a high court order, while the Election Commission assures security at strongrooms amidst post-poll violence and transport disruptions.

Congress MLAs staged a walkout and urged the Speaker to initiate action, while the party also called for dope testing of all MLAs and an independent medical check by PGIMER

In Hyderabad, the refills are dearer by nearly ₹1,000 to ₹3,315 each effective May 1

The price of a commercial LPG cylinder has seen an unprecedented hike of over 70% in just 60 days in Bengaluru, with three hikes and a withdrawal of ₹150 discount during this period

Beverages are set to get costlier by about 25%, while food items are likely to rise by at least 20% across small and mid-scale eateries, according to hoteliers

Stating that round-the-clock CCTV monitoring of strong rooms was in place, Manoj Agarwal termed the allegations baseless

Covering roughly 2.5 hectares, the land parcel in Varor village comprises 41 subdivisions. This corridor is highly strategic for the port's infrastructure and had previously been stalled due to complex survey disputes, the district administration said in a release

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has impressed in IPL 2026, scoring 400 runs at a strike rate of 238.10 against top bowlers. He now faces a new challenge against Mitchell Starc, who has recovered from injury and joined Delhi Capitals. The duel between the fearless youngster and the experienced Australian quick is anticipated to be a key contest.

The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said he had warned that the heat of inflation would strike after the elections

Despite a parallel structure of Central forces functioning in West Bengal, the Mamata Banerjeed-led Trinamool Congress is going to win the polls there in a historic manner, says the Samajwadi Party president

A significant amount of fuel was consumed during the aborted take-off, necessitating refuelling and causing delays to the flight as well as affecting the departure schedule of some other flights

Describing the surge as ‘abnormal and alarming’, the Mysuru Hotel Owners’ Association said the sharp rise over just two months is placing mounting pressure on the hospitality industry and small businesses

According to party sources, Mr. Amin was assaulted at a tea stall by a group of local leaders allegedly led by a TMC regional functionary. Family members alleged that he had stepped out of his house at night when the incident took place

The Allahabad high court has dismissed a plea demanding an FIR against Rahul Gandhi for allegedly calling the "Indian State" an opponent. A petitioner claimed Gandhi's remark during an AICC office inauguration in 2025 was seditious and anti-national, hurting public sentiment. Justice Vikram D Chauhan rejected the challenge to a lower court's decision.

Telangana Civil Supplies Minister demanded prices to be rolled back