DMK Analyses Stalins Kolathur Defeat: TKS Elangovan
DMK supremo and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin (74,202) was defeated by TVK candidate VS Babu (82,997) in the Kolathur constituency by a margin of 8,795 votes
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Tamil Nadu voters for supporting the BJP and NDA. They reaffirmed the central government's commitment to the state's development. Actor-turned-politician Vijay's party, TVK, made a significant debut, winning many seats. This marks a potential shift in Tamil Nadu's political landscape.
BJPs big bang: Bengal breached, Assam secured; Vijay, Congress flip the south
India has a brand new political map. A massive topple in Bengal, a twist in the Tamil Nadu potboiler, power grip in Assam and Puducherry, and anti-incumbency in Kerala this crucial round of Assembly elections sees BJP tighten dominance across the country, with a very special appearance by Vijays TVK.
Tamil Nadu poll results: North, south, east, west-it's TVK wherever you look
In a stunning shift, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has transformed Tamil Nadu's political dynamics, relegating the DMK to the opposition role and leaving the AIADMK trailing in third place. This new political force has made substantial strides in regions traditionally dominated by Dravidian parties, especially shaking up DMK's influence in the northern districts and the south's 'thevar belt'.
M.K. Stalin faced a significant political shock with his party's defeat and his personal drubbing in Kolathur. Superstar C. Joseph Vijay's entry, anti-incumbency, federalism debates, underestimation of Vijay, and dynastic politics charges upended DMK's expectations. Despite Stalin's governance record, young voters opted for change, signaling a potential turning point for Tamil Nadu politics.
The whistle blew, DMK fell: How TVK's Vijay did what decades of politics could not
Actor Vijay's new political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, has achieved a stunning victory in Tamil Nadu. The party has become the largest in the state, unseating the incumbent DMK government. MK Stalin has lost his chief minister position. This marks a significant political shift, with Vijay becoming an overnight sensation.
Karti Chidambaram Congratulates TVK Leader Vijay on Impressive Election Debut
KaraiKudi, May 5: Congress MP Karti Chidambaram congratulated Vijay and his newly formed party, Tamilga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), on their remarkable electoral debut in Tamil Nadu. The trends from the state assembly elections revealed a significant lead for TVK, delivering a major blow to the alliances led by DMK and AIADMK. This lead marks a ... Read more Karti Chidambaram Congratulates TVK Leader Vijay on Impressive Election Debut
MK Stalin Accepts Election Results, Vows DMK Will Set an Example as Opposition
Chennai, May 5: After the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) faced defeat in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, party president and Chief Minister MK Stalin has accepted the publics decision. He emphasized that the party will play a significant role as the main opposition over the next five years. Stalin took to social media platform X ... Read more MK Stalin Accepts Election Results, Vows DMK Will Set an Example as Opposition
TVK secures 108 seats, leading over DMK with 59 seats; PM Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi congratulate TVK's poll performance Tamil Nadu election results 2026: DMKs political journey will continue without any slackness, says Stalin after electoral defeat
BJPs decisive victory in Bengal, bags Assam, gets Puducherry with allies
Vijays TVK stars in TN blockbuster, UDF bags Kerala * People have shown faith in BJP, our party synonymous with good governance: PM KOLKATA/CHENNAI/ DELHI, May 4: Extending its saffron brushstroke in the east, the BJP was today set for a decisive win over the TMC in long elusive West Bengal and headed for another term in Assam while actor-politician Vijays TVK made a stunning debut in Tamil Nadu as the largest single party in terms of seats won or [] The post BJPs decisive victory in Bengal, bags Assam, gets Puducherry with allies appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP celebrates party victory in Bengal, Assam, Puducherry
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 4: Jammu & Kashmir BJP celebrated the partys massive gains and victories in the Assembly elections held across West Bengal, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. BJP leaders and activists danced, distributed sweets, and congratulated one another over what they termed as a historic endorsement of Prime Minister, Narendra Modis visionary leadership and the BJPs people-centric governance model. The celebrations were led by J&K BJP president [] The post BJP celebrates party victory in Bengal, Assam, Puducherry appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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MSCBMC Trust, 11 RR organise Art Workshop Jashan-e-Bahar
Excelsior Correspondent KISHTWAR, May 4: A vibrant National Art Workshop titled Jashan-e-Bahar is being organized at TRC Chatroo from May 4 to 8, 2026, bringing together art, culture and creativity on a single platform. The workshop, themed With Colours, offers a unique opportunity for participants to engage, learn and paint alongside renowned national-level artists, including Shalender Singh (Delhi), Aditya Shankar Prasad (Noida), P. Devaraj (Tamil Nadu), Sharmila Sharma (Delhi), Govind Vishwas (Gujarat) and Apurba Karati (West Bengal). The programme is [] The post MSCBMC Trust, 11 RR organise Art Workshop Jashan-e-Bahar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lest you forget: TVK claims victory with promises for voters
Udhayanidhis win to strengthen his position in DMK
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Stars Congratulate Vijay on Election Victory, Signaling a New Political Era in Tamil Nadu
Chennai, May 5: In a remarkable display of support, numerous stars from the South Indian film industry congratulated actor and politician Vijay on the impressive performance of his party, Tamilga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Renowned personalities such as A.R. Rahman, Vikram, Vijay Deverakonda, Sivakarthikeyan, Kajal Aggarwal, and Ram Pothineni took ... Read more Stars Congratulate Vijay on Election Victory, Signaling a New Political Era in Tamil Nadu
Assembly election results: Blockbuster debut! Vijay Tamil Nadu's Gen-nayagan
Tamil Nadu's political landscape is witnessing the rise of a new superstar in actor Vijay, mirroring MGR's trajectory. Despite a contrasting on-screen persona, Vijay's unconventional campaign, leveraging social media and a direct voter appeal, has positioned him as a formidable force. He has emerged from the shadows of established parties, capturing public imagination and potentially reshaping the state's political future.
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.
Once a legislator in Puducherry, Bussy Anand, now elected to T.N. Assembly
EPS Records State-High Victory Margin; TVK Debuts with Massive Wins in Tamil Nadu
The lowest victory margin in the state was recorded in Paramathi-Velur, where AIADMK candidate Sekar S. of managed to scrape through by 308 votes
Charmme, Lakshmi call Trisha a lucky mascot as Vijay wins
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 Krishnans 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'.
Election 2026: BJP sweeps West Bengal, retains Assam
TVKs stunning debut reshapes Tamil Nadu politics; Congress-led UDF wins Kerala Kolkata/Chennai The BJP on Monday achieved a historic breakthrough in West Bengal, crossing the majority mark and pushing the ruling Trinamool Congress to a distant second, while also retaining Assam for another term. In Tamil Nadu, actor-politician Vijays TVK made a stunning debut, emerging []
BJP gains in Bengal may accelerate reforms push amid economic headwinds
The dominant National Democratic Alliance constituent at the Centre has registered its maiden victory in West Bengal, retained Assam and Puducherry (with alliance partners) and won a record three seats in Kerala. It won only one seat in Tamil Nadu, against four in 2021.
Kolkata, May 4:In a mandate as sweeping as it is symbolic, the BJP on Monday scripted history by winning 202 seats to secure more than a two-thirds majority in the West Bengal assembly polls, ending the TMCs 15-year rule, and decisively shifting the states ideological and political centre of gravity. The verdict acquired added political drama and symbolic heft as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was defeated in the prestigious Bhabanipur seat by BJPs Suvendu Adhikari, capping a stunning turnaround after initial trends appeared to favour the TMC supremo. What began as tentative early leads soon hardened into a decisive wave, with the BJP winning 202 seats and leading in five, while the TMC trailed far behind, managing to win 73 and leading in eight seats, according to Election Commission data at 11.10pm. The scale, spread and speed of the BJP surge -breaching the halfway mark of 148 in the 294-member House well before counting reached its midpoint- pointed not merely to a change of guard but to a structural realignment in Bengal politics. For the first time since 1972, West Bengal appears set to be governed by a party that is also in power at the Centre -a shift with deep administrative and political implications. The result also marked the BJPs decisive breach of its last major eastern bastion, completing its saffron arc across 'Anga, Banga and Kalinga' (Bihar, Bengal and Odisha) and significantly altering the national political balance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the mandate, saying the Lotus blooms in West Bengal and that the party would work to fulfil the aspirations of the people. At the heart of the BJPs campaign was Modi himself, whose high-voltage rallies and direct voter connect made him the central face of the partys push in Bengal, while Union Home Minister Amit Shah functioned as the chief strategist -stitching together booth-level networks, candidate selection and social coalitions. The partys rise in Bengal has been neither sudden nor accidental. Since its 2019 Lok Sabha breakthrough, the BJP has treated the state not merely as another electoral target but as a political and ideological challenge. From a marginal vote share of around four per cent in 2011, the BJP surged to nearly 40 per cent in 2019 and then secured 77 seats in the 2021 Assembly elections, displacing the Left and Congress as the principal challenger to the TMC. Yet, converting that expansion into power had remained elusive until now. As counting progressed through the day, early leads consolidated into a near sweep. The BJPs advance cut across geographies -from north Bengal to Junglemahal to south Bengal, from border districts to industrial belt- indicating a statewide wave rather than region-specific gains. Seats such as Dinhata, Gosaba, Baghmundi, Bankura, Binpur and Nayagram pointed to deep inroads in tribal and rural belts, while gains in Asansol Dakshin, Durgapur Purba and other urban pockets reflected consolidation in industrial and semi-urban regions. Early wins in Kalimpong, Darjeeling, Monteswar, Bhatar, Medinipur and Asansol Dakshin reinforced the breadth of the surge. In contrast, the TMCs resistance appeared fragmented. District-level patterns pointed to a sharp erosion, with the TMC struggling to hold ground in several regions of north Bengal and Junglemahal. The vote share data underscored the depth of the shift. The BJPs vote share climbed to around 45 per cent from 38 per cent in 2021, while the TMCs dropped to nearly 40.94 per cent from 48 percent. A key point lay in the 177 constituencies where voter deletions had exceeded past victory margins -a latent factor that appears to have translated into a decisive political shift. In these seats, the BJP not only retained its earlier gains but also made significant inroads into TMC-held territories, suggesting a deeper realignment rather than a mere swing. The scale of the setback was also reflected in the fortunes of senior TMC leaders. At least 20 ministers were defeated, including Bratya Basu, Manas Ranjan Bhunia, Shashi Panja and Chandrima Bhattacharya. In Sabang, Bhunia, a multi-term winner, lost, while in Dinhata, Udayan Guha was defeated. In Kolkata, BJPs Purnima Chakraborty defeated state industry minister Shashi Panja, pointing to cracks even in urban bastions. For a party that had built its dominance on welfare delivery, centralised authority and booth-level control, the erosion appeared simultaneous across organisational layers. In a dramatic, high-stakes contest that mirrored the political theatre of Nandigram five years ago, Adhikari defeated Banerjee in Bhabanipur by 15,105 votes after all 20 rounds of counting, according to Election Commission data. I thank the people of Bhabanipur for voting for me and ensuring a margin of over 15,000 votes, Adhikari said after securing victory and collecting his winning certificate. The outcome was a replay of the 2021 Nandigram election, where Adhikari had unseated Banerjee in a fiercely fought battle that reshaped Bengals political narrative. Adhikari, once a close aide of Banerjee and a key architect of the TMCs rise in districts like East Midnapore, now emerges as a frontrunner in discussions over the chief ministerial face of the BJP government. Other names, including state president Samik Bhattacharya, Union minister Sukanta Majumdar and Swapan Dasgupta, are also doing the rounds. The verdict represents a watershed moment for the BJP. From a marginal presence in Bengal in the late 1990s -aided initially by its alliance with the TMC -the party has now completed a steady climb to power and dismantled the very party that once facilitated its entry in the state, three decades ago. Politically, the Monday poll verdict reinforced the BJPs ability to dislodge entrenched regional forces. However, the mandate also brings challenges governing a politically polarised state, managing local leadership equations, and delivering on promises related to development, law and order and administrative reform. For the TMC, the verdict signals a structural rupture. After 15 years in power, the party faces the difficult transition from a dominant ruling force to an opposition formation, with anti-incumbency, corruption allegations, governance fatigue and organisational centralisation converging into a decisive setback. West Bengal, long defined by extended phases of single-party dominance, now appears to be entering a more competitive, bipolar political phase. For the BJP, Bengal is no longer a frontier; it is a governance test. For the TMC, the battle shifts from retaining power to reclaiming relevance. And for Bengal, the moment marks not just a change in government, but a reordering of its political landscape. NDA set to form Govt in Assam for 3rd straight term The ruling NDA is set to form the government in Assam for the third consecutive term after securing a two-thirds majority, with a record high of 102 seats in the 126-member assembly, while the Congress-led Opposition delivered its worst performance in recent times on Monday. The BJP, which contested 90 seats, won 82, while its allies -- the Bodoland People's Front (BPF), which contested 11 seats, and the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), which fought in 26 seats -- bagged 10 constituencies each. The saffron party secured a majority on its own for the first time in the state. It had won 60 seats in the previous two polls in 2021 and 2016. In the Opposition camp, the Congress, which contested 99 seats, won 19 constituencies, while the Badruddin Ajmal-led AIUDF and Akhil Gogoi-led Raijor Dal secured two seats each, and the Trinamool Congress bagged one constituency. Raijor Dal, an opposition alliance partner, had contested 13 seats, while the other parties in the camp -- Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP), CPI(M) and APHLC -- drew a blank. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma won the Jalukbari constituency for the sixth consecutive term, defeating Congress candidate Bidisha Neog by 89,434 votes. In a major blow to the Congress, its state president Gaurav Gogoi lost in Jorhat to veteran politician and sitting BJP MLA Hitendranath Goswami by 23,181 votes. Among the prominent BJP winners are ministers Ajanta Neog (Golaghat), Ranoj Pegu (Dhemaji), Pijush Hazarika (Jagiroad), Ashok Singhal (Dhekiajuli), Kaushik Rai (Lakhipur), Prashanta Phukan (Dibrugarh), Krishnendu Paul (Patharkandi) and Bimal Borah (Tingkhong). Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary won from Tamulpur constituency by defeating former BTC chief Pramod Boro of the UPPL. Sitting BJP MLAs Mrinal Saikia (Khumtai), Bhuban Pegu (Jonai), Rama Kanta Dewri (Morigaon), Rupak Sarmah (Nagaon-Batadraba), Paramanda Rajbongshi (Sipajhar), Utpal Borah (Gohpur), Biswajit Phukan (Sarupathar), Binod Hazarika (Chabua-Lahowal), Taranga Gogoi (Naharkatia), Bhaskar Sharma (Margherita), Rupjyoti Kurmi (Mariani) and Bhuban Gam (Majuli) also emerged victorious. AGP ministers Atul Bora and Keshav Mahanta retained their Bokakhat and Kaliabor constituencies, respectively, while first-timer Tapan Das won the Dimoria seat. Among the BPF candidates, cabinet minister Charan Boro retained his Mazbat constituency while the others who won are Maneswar Brahma (Baksa), Paniram Brahma (Sidli-Chirang), Thaneswar Basumatary (Manas), Rihon Daimary (Udalguri) and BTC chief Hagrama Mohilary's wife Sewli Mohilary from Kokrajhar. Prominent Congress candidates who won the polls are sitting MLAs Wajed Ali Choudhury (Birsing Jarua), Jakir Hussain Sikdar (Pakabetbari), Rekibuddin Ahmed (Chamaria) and Nurul Huda (Rupahihat). Other winners from the party include Aminul Haque Laskar (Sonai), Joy Prakash Das (Nowboicha), Tanzil Hussain (Samaguri), Asif Mohammad Nazar (Laharighat) and Aftabuddin Mollah (Jaleswar). AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal won from Binnakandi and his party member Mazibur Rahman from Dalgaon. Raijor Dal president Akhil Gogoi retained the Sibsagar seat, while another party member Mehboob Muktar won the Dhing seat and Trinamool Congress' Sherman Ali Ahmed won from Mandia. Among the prominent candidates who lost the polls are Leader of the Opposition in the outgoing assembly, Debabrata Saikia, Assam Jatiya Parishad president Lurinjyoti Saikia, and former Rajya Sabha MP and senior Congress leader Ripun Bora. Among the 59 women who contested the polls, only six could manage to win, with four from the BJP, and one each from its allies AGP and BPF, while only one won from Congress. Polling in all 126 assembly constituencies in the state was held in a single phase on April 9 with 722 candidates in fray. UDF sweeps to power in Kerela Lotus blooms in 3 seats Kerala on Monday witnessed a sharp political reset as the state electors voted out the last Left government in the country, bringing back the Congress to the ruling saddle after a gap of 10 years, while the BJP broke through a long-standing electoral drought by winning three seats. The Congress-led UDF swept aside a decade of Left rule under Pinarayi Vijayan with a decisive Assembly victory, with the national party adding the third southern state to be ruled by it, in its kitty. The party is in power in Karnataka and Telangana. While Congress' vote share stood at 28.79 per cent, that of CPI (M) was 21.77 per cent. Congress ally IUML had a voteshare of 11.01 per cent. Apart from strong anti-incumbency against the government, the results of the April 9 polls also indicated a consolidation of support across sections of society in favour of the United Democratic Front, which had been in opposition to the Left dispensation for the past decade. The UDF won 102 seats, while the CPI(M)-headed LDF netted 35 seats, according to Election Commission data on counting of votes for 140 constituencies. The outcome also marked the absence of the Left from governance in any Indian state for the first time in five decades. The ire against the government was so strong that 13 ministers in the cabinet suffered defeat in the political tsunami unleashed by the UDF. Not only the Congress, but its key allies, including the IUML, the Kerala Congress also secured massive victory in the polls, which saw the complete erasure of the LDF in some key districts. At the same time, the LDF partners, including the CPI(M), lost many seats, while a key partner, Kerala Congress (M), was reduced to zero in a humiliating outcome in the polls. Top contenders for the Chief Minister's post, senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala and Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan, won their seats with comfortable margins, setting the stage for the next step in discussions on the post. Of the 21 cabinet members, only Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, P A Mohamed Riyas, K Rajan, G R Anil, K N Balagopal, P Prasad, and Saji Cherian emerged victorious. The ministers who lost the election included Veena George, M B Rajesh, O R Kelu, R Bindhu, J Chinchurani, P Rajeev, K B Ganesh Kumar, V N Vasavan, V Sivankutty, V Abdurahiman, Kadannappally Ramachandran A K Saseendran and Roshy Augustine. LDF convenor T P Ramakrishnan also lost his sitting seat of Perambra in Kozhikode district. The BJP's bid to make strong inroads in Kerala dominated by UDF and LDF got a slight push with the party winning three seats-- Nemom and Kazhakoottam in Thiruvananthapuram district and Chathannoor in Kollam. BJP candidate from Chathannoor, B B Gopakumar, won by 4,398 votes. In Nemom, party state chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar triumphed with a margin of over 3,000 votes, while former Union Minister V Muraleedharan won Kazhakoottam with a narrow margin. Congress general secretary and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra thanked the people of the state for their overwhelming support and vowed to work diligently towards building a better future for them. In a post on X, Vadra said, To all my brothers and sisters in Keralam, thank you for your faith and for your overwhelming support. The trust you have placed in us will be the UDF's guiding force as we work hard towards building a better future for each one of you. I sincerely hope that our gratitude to you will be evident each day of the next five years as we strive to fulfil our commitments to you with honesty and humility, she added. Reacting to the outcome, AICC General Secretary K C Venugopal said the UDF's sweeping victory was a clear verdict against the arrogance, corruption, and nepotism of the CPI(M)-led government headed by CM Vijayan. Addressing a press conference, Venugopal said the outcome reflected public anger against what he termed 10 years of misrule by the Left government. He claimed that Vijayan's victory in his home constituency, Dharmadam, was only technical, alleging that the CM trailed the UDF candidate in the initial rounds of counting and failed to secure a majority in his own village. He just escaped. He suffered a setback even in his home turf. He was the only person who did not realise the people's mood in this election, Venugopal claimed. In a major political upset for the CPI(M), leaders who had revolted against the party just ahead of the polls and joined the UDF camp, including veteran leader G Sudhakaran, P V Kunhikrishnan and T K Govindan, breached the Left strongholds of Ambalappuzha, Payyannur and Taliparamba seats. CPI(M) state secretary M V Govindan said the LDF would examine the reasons behind its defeat and take corrective measures. Speaking to reporters, Govindan said every aspect that led to the defeat would be analysed. He thanked LDF workers and the people who voted for the front. The LDF will evaluate and study the defeat, after which required corrections will be made. We expect the support of the people for it, he said. On defeats in traditional party strongholds, Govindan said the LDF had suffered a major setback across Kerala. We will carry out effective organisational work to correct the issues that led to the defeat, he said. BJP leader Chandrasekhar told reporters that as contended by him from the beginning his was an anti-CPI(M) election as the people were fed up with their corruption and alleged misappropriation of gold from Sabarimala. Chandrasekhar said that right from the start of the election campaign, both the Congress and CPI(M) said that BJP will not get even one seat. He also said that he knew right from the beginning that the CPI(M) will not win this time, no matter what it does. Meanwhile, the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly will have 11 women MLAs, one less than in the previous House. The outgoing Assembly had 12 women legislators, a majority of them from the CPI(M). Vijay's TVK emerges giant slayer in Tamil Nadu Actor-politician Vijay's TVK on Monday created a record of sorts in the electoral history of Tamil Nadu and emerged as the single largest party by delivering a shock defeat to incumbent DMK and its president, Chief Minister MK Stalin in his Kolathur constituency, while the AIADMK was pushed to a distant third spot. This was the first time since 1967, when the first non-Congress government (DMK) came to power in the state, that a party other than the two Dravidian heavyweights emerged victorious in the hustings. Vijay and TVK have many firsts to their credit and the the party founder will be the first person from a minority religion -Christianity- to helm the state. While Vijay won from both Perambur and Tiruchirappalli East constituencies, his party has netted 89 seats and was leading in 18 more and is on course to become the single largest party in the 234-member House. Elections were held on April 23 and the counting of votes done on Monday. Perhaps the biggest shock was CM Stalin being defeated by a margin of 8,795 votes in his Kolathur constituency by little known V S Babu, who was formerly with the DMK and an ex-MLA. More than 10 ministers including Geetha Jeevan and Ma Subramanian were defeated. Stalin had last tasted defeat in 1991. Even Deputy CM Udhayanidhi's prospects appeared dim for a while as he trailed behind the TVK nominee in Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni. Eventually, he won. As soon as it became clear that TVK was inching towards an unprecedented, huge win in its debut polls, party workers and supporters gathered in front of party office at Panaiyur here and burst firecrackers and distributed sweets. Also, Vijay's victory and often-repeated assurance of share in power to like-minded parties is expected to open a new chapter in the history of the state and TVK supporters expect the Congress (5), IUML (2), Left parties (4), VCK (2) and PMK (5) as well to offer support and have a share in power. Together such parties have won or leading in a total of 18 seats. TVK needs 118 seats to form government. This will the first time in Tamil Nadu that a party will assume power a little over two years after its founding. TVK has clocked nearly 35 per cent (34.92) vote share in its debut polls. The TVK was launched in February 2024. While the DMK has won 48 seats and is leading in 12 constituencies (24.20 per cent voteshare), AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami won by a record margin of 98,110 votes in his home segment of Edapadi in Salem district. The AIADMK has won 41 seats and is leading in six segments (21.25 per cent voteshare). While the party's seniors, including C Ve Shanmugam and SP Velumani won hands down, many others, such as former minister P Thangamani, suffered shock defeats. Interestingly, the TVK made heavy inroads in the AIADMK's bastion, western Tamil Nadu that includes Coimbatore, even as DMK emerged victorious in some seats. DMK President and outgoing Chief Minister Stalin took the defeat in his stride and said that his party bowed and accepted the people's verdict. He said he was truthful to all sections of people and had acted as per his conscience and also worked beyond his capacity for people's welfare. He asserted that his party, which worked well as the ruling party would from now on work well as the main opposition party. Stalin said in his public life, he had seen lot of victories and defeats as well and DMK's political journey will continue without any slackness. He said ideology is important rather than victories and defeats alone. AIADMK general secretary Palaniswami said that he accepts the people's verdict in the elections. In a statement here, he said, I express my gratitude to all the people, who rose up and performed their democratic duty in the assembly elections. Stating that the people were judges here, he said, Therefore, I wholeheartedly accept the decision given by the people. He said, We will soon recover from this setback. Meanwhile, scores of tinsel town names, including 'superstar' Rajinikanth greeted Vijay on his poll show. National award winner Dhanush, musician Anirudh Ravichander and many others extended their greetings. Interestingly, among the TVK winners was actor-director Srinath, who defeated state minister P Geetha Jeevan in Thoothukudi. NDA retains Puducherry Riding a pro-incumbency wave, the AINRC-led NDA emerged victorious in the April 9 Puducherry Assembly elections, all set to form the government for a successive term. AINRC leader and Chief Minister N Rangasamy won from both the seats that he contested--Thattanchavady and Mangalam, even as the party won a total of 11 seats and was leading in one, according to latest Election Commission figures. Elections to 30 seats were held on April 9. The territorial assembly also has three nominated members to the House. NDA constituent BJP won from four seats while other coalition members--AIADMK and LJK, won from one seat each. Winners from BJP included party senior and incumbent minister A Namassivayam. The NDA's victory came on a day when actor Vijay-led TVK won in neighbouring Tamil Nadu and also emerged victorious from two seats in the UT. Puducherry, a tiny UT located about 160 km from Chennai, borders Tamil Nadu districts Cuddalore and Villupuram on either sides. Opposition DMK won five seats and Congress one. While the CM trounced Neyam Makkal Kazhagam rival E Vinayagam by 4441 votes in Thattanchavady, his pocket borough seat, Rangasamy emerged victorious in Managalam too, defeating DMK's SS Rangan by 7050 votes. This is not the first time that Rangasamy has sought to contest from two seats. He contested in Yanam and Thattanchavady in the 2021 Assembly polls. He however was trounced in Yanam and was successful in Thattanchavady. He may have to now vacate one of the seats. Key losers include former CM Ve Vaithilingam at the hands of Rangasamy. Time for change, not revenge: PM Modi As the BJP swept the assembly elections in West Bengal for the first time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the state has been finally freed from fear and that it was a time for change, not revenge, as he appealed to all parties to shun the culture of political violence and focus on the future of the state. Addressing the jubilant party workers at the BJP headquarters after the win in assembly elections in West Bengal, Assam, and Puducherry, PM Modi said the Congress, TMC, and others had been punished severely for opposing the recent women's reservation bill. He said that the Samajwadi Party would also face the wrath of women very soon, in an apparent reference to the 2027 assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh. In his nearly 50-minute speech, the PM said the elections in West Bengal had been special this year, as earlier they were marred by violence, fear, and the death of innocent people. But this time the news was different as peaceful voting took place in West Bengal and for the first time, no one lost their life during voting, he said. As Bengal enters a new phase of change, I also want to make an earnest appeal to every political party in Bengal. Over the past decades in Bengal, countless lives have been ruined due to political violence. I firmly believe that this election culture of Bengal must change from today onwards. Today, when the BJP has won, the talk should not be of revenge, but of change; not of fear, but of the future, he said and urged the parties to end the vicious circle of violence. PM Modi said it was a special day in many ways as it heralds a bright future for the country. It is a day of trust in the great democracy of India, trust in the politics of performance, trust in the resolve of stability, trust in the spirit of Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat. I bow before the people of West Bengal, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and Keralam, he said at the victory celebration event where BJP President Nitin Nabin, Union ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh, among others, were present. PM Modi said on November 14 last year, when the Bihar election results came in, he told the BJP workers from this very spot that the Ganga flows onward from Bihar all the way to Ganga Sagar (in West Bengal). And today, with victory in West Bengal, from Gangotri (Uttarakhand) to Ganga Sagar (West Bengal), it is nothing but the lotus in full bloom. Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal today, in these states surrounding Mother Ganga, there are BJP-NDA governments, he said. The PM said winning and losing are a natural part of democracy and politics, but the people of the five states have shown the world why the country is the mother of democracy. He said women's participation in this election had been exceptionally high and this was emerging as the brightest picture of Indian democracy. Women power is now rapidly progressing towards building a developed India. However, a few days ago, the Congress and its allies blocked this momentum of women's power. These anti-women parties prevented the amendment to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam from being passed in Parliament. That is why I said a few days ago that parties opposing the women's reservation bill will have to face the wrath of women. Today, sisters and daughters have punished the Congress, TMC, and DMK, PM Modi said. He said the Congress had certainly benefited from the 10 years of misrule by the Left in Kerala, but expressed confidence that the mothers and sisters of Kerala will also definitely teach the Congress a lesson in the next elections. The Samajwadi Party, which has blocked women's reservation in Parliament, will also have to face the opposition of the women of Uttar Pradesh. No matter what the anti-women Samajwadi Party does, it will never be able to wash away its sins, the PM said. Referring to Assam, he said that along with the river Ganga, the Brahmaputra has also showered immense blessings upon the BJP, and the blessings of Maa Kamakhya have been with the party. The people of Assam have trusted the BJP-NDA for the third consecutive time, he said. PM Modi said that in 2021, the NDA put forward the vision of BEST Puducherry. The people of Puducherry trusted in the vision and blessed the alliance. I want to assure the youth and fishermen of Puducherry that we will keep working for your bright future. The prosperity of Puducherry is our resolve, he said. The PM said the BJP-NDA governments are in power in more than 20 states of the country. Our mantra is 'citizen is god'. We are dedicated to serving the people; therefore, the people are placing more and more trust in the BJP. The people are clearly seeing that where there is BJP, there is good governance. Where there is BJP, there is development, he said. PM Modi said that with the BJP's victory in West Bengal, the soul of Jan Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee must be at peace now. I respectfully bow to the people of Bengal, the people of Assam, the people of Puducherry, and the people of Tamil Nadu and Kerala today; I salute them all. Today, I also heartily congratulate the countless workers of the BJP. Every small and big worker of the BJP has once again performed a miracle, has made the lotus bloom. You have created a new history, he said. After his speech, the PM held a meeting at the BJP headquarters with Nabin, Shah, Singh and former party chief J P Nadda. Result aftershocks to be felt all the way up to 2029: CM Omar Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday, while describing the stunning assembly election results in the West Bengal and the Tamil Nadu as political earthquakes, cautioned that their (results') aftershocks would be felt far and wide for a long time, probably all the way up to 2029. CM Omar shared this measured reaction on his personal X handle - where earlier in his instant first reaction, presumably also to the early trends vis--vis assembly election results, he actually created a flutter with his two-word tweet. Bloody hell!! was his ambiguous (the very first) tweet, which he posted with emoticons sharing an expression of disbelief on X handle at 11:01 am on Monday, May 4, 2026. Though the Chief Minister left ample scope for its (tweets) interpretations yet it was read directly in relation to the assembly election result trends by millions of his followers. By evening, CM Omars enigmatic two-word post had already garnered 1.8 million views and 23,200 plus likes. However, later, he posted a guarded post wherein he, probably hinting towards current cacophony that has crept in news bulletins, talked about his imagery of sane and sensible interpretation of the trends and results identifying them with those presented by ace veteran broadcaster Prannoy Roy. In the same post, he mentioned the after-effects of the political-earthquake that shook West Bengal and Tamil Nadu and their lingering impact to be experienced for a long time. Elections in India have always meant @PrannoyRoy7749 for sane, sensible interpretation of the trends & results and thats why today the screens in my office have been tuned to @DeKoderAI to watch the unfolding political earthquake in West Bengal & Tamil Nadu. The aftershocks of these results will be felt far & wide for a long time, probably all the way up to 2029, CM Omar posted. This post too had garnered 380,000 views 4900 plus likes by evening. Notably Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and his father Farooq Abdullah, during media interactions in the past couple of days, had exuded confidence about the victory of TMCs Mamata Banerjee, even after the exit poll results, some of which had predicted her partys rout in West Bengal. As far as DMK was concerned, even the exit polls generally had not predicted the defeat of DMK. The NC is part of the INDIA bloc led by Congress. Trinamool Congress and DMK are also constituents of this alliance.
TVK meet in Chennai today; AIADMK and Congress tie-up options on table
The TVK party has become the largest in Tamil Nadu, leading in over 100 constituencies. Plans are now in motion to form the government. Candidates are being called to the party office. Discussions with potential allies like the Congress are expected. The DMK has accepted the election results. This marks a significant shift in Tamil Nadu's political landscape.
Indian state elections saw unexpected outcomes. However, electoral roll issues and a special revision process have cast doubt on the results. Millions were reportedly removed from voter lists, especially in West Bengal. This raises serious questions about the fairness of the electoral process. The integrity of democratic institutions is now under scrutiny.
Tamil Nadu stares at coalition government; Rahul Gandhi reaches out to Vijay
Heat to abate in most parts of T.N. as trough triggers a wet spell till May 10
A prevailing north-south trough running up to Comorin area would influence the wet spell in western ghats and interior districts till May 10
Blockbuster debut! Vijay Tamil Nadus Gen-nayagan
Fans get a high when Vijay sings Pathaathu bottle naan kudikka, andaala konda cheers adikka (One bottle isnt enough for me, bring it to me in a drum to say cheers). The intoxication has now been translated into votes; the contrarian is suddenly the outlier.
People voted against corruption, anarchy in West Bengal: LoP
Jammu, May 4:Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the J&K Legislature and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma asserted on Monday that the people in West Bengal voted against corruption and the anarchy spread by the Trinamool Congress. However, overall, the election results in the four states and a Union Territory have exposed the weakening foundations of the opposition alliance across the nation, Sharma said while responding to media queries as the J&K BJP celebrated the partys massive gains and victories in the Assembly elections held across West Bengal, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Sunil Sharma, who was also the Seh-Prabhari for the Assam elections, said that despite spreading misinformation and fear among the people, opposition parties failed to counter the credibility and performance of the BJP-led governments. He asserted that the BJP emerged stronger because it consistently worked for the poor, youth, farmers, women and marginalised sections without discrimination. At the celebrations at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, the BJP leaders and activists danced, distributed sweets and congratulated one another over what they termed as a historic endorsement of Prime Minister Narendra Modis visionary leadership and the BJPs people-centric governance model. The celebrations were led by J&K BJP president and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma, Leader of Opposition in J&K Assembly Sunil Sharma and BJP national secretary and MLA Dr Narinder Singh. Sat Sharma, while congratulating the party activists, said that the resounding mandate in favour of the BJP across the country reflected the unshakeable trust of the people in Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJPs development-driven governance. He said that BJPs remarkable performance in West Bengal and Assam, along with impressive gains in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, proved that the nationalist ideology of BJP was continuously expanding across every region of the country. He credited BJP workers for tirelessly taking the achievements of the government to every household and strengthening the connection between the party and the public. Launching a sharp attack on opposition parties, Sat Sharma accused them of indulging in opportunistic and divisive politics merely to secure power. He said that the opposition repeatedly ignored public aspirations, particularly the sentiments of women, by opposing transformative initiatives like the Women Reservation Bill. He stated that the people of the country rejected politics of appeasement, corruption and dynasty. Senior party leaders including vice-presidents Rajiv Charak and Rekha Mahajan, general secretaries Sanjita Dogra and Baldev Singh Billawaria, MLAs Dr Devinder Kumar Manyal, Dalip Singh Parihar, R S Pathania, Vikram Randhawa and Shagun Parihar, along with hundreds of BJP activists, participated enthusiastically in the celebrations. Similarly, BJP senior leaders led by J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul led the victory celebrations in Kashmir. Ashok Koul said that the massive support received by BJP in politically challenging states clearly indicated that people wanted decisive leadership, nationalism, and development-orientated governance. He added that the opposition parties stood completely disconnected from public sentiment and continued to survive only on false narratives and political theatrics. Dr Narinder Singh said that the BJPs electoral success was a victory of nationalism, good governance and organisational strength. He stated, Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP has become the most trusted political force in the country because of its commitment towards integrity, accountability and public welfare.
Hema, Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi, Rahman hail Vijays victory
Making a remarkable electoral debut, Thalapathy Vijay has emerged as a strong political force in Tamil Nadu. The celebrations at the family residence also saw music and dancing, with members playing 'Whistle Podu' from Vijay's film 'The Greatest of All Time'. Several celebrities have also taken to social media to congratulate Vijay on his debut political victory.
AP CM, Pawan, Lokesh Hail NDA, TVKs Vijay
He also congratulated Vijay for his victory in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections and wished him success in serving the people.
Thalapathy Vijay Emerges as a Political Force in Tamil Nadu Elections
Chennai, May 4: South Indian cinema superstar Thalapathy Vijay is making waves in the political arena. His party, the Tamilga Vetria Kazhagam (TVK), has delivered an impressive performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections of 2026. Vijays party has captured significant attention, surpassing the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). Vijay himself won the seats in ... Read more Thalapathy Vijay Emerges as a Political Force in Tamil Nadu Elections
Srivaikuntam election results 2026: TVK's G Saravanan wins by 1,186 votes
Srivaikuntam's 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections feature a close contest between INC, AIADMK, and TVK. Historically, the seat has evenly split between Congress and AIADMK since 1977. The 2021 election saw INC win by over 15,000 votes, while AIADMK secured victories in 2016 and 2011.
Watch: When Tamil Nadus giants fell at the ballot box
Tamil Nadu saw a major political upset on May 4, 2026, as Chief Minister M. K. Stalin lost his Kolathur seat to V. S. Babu. The result reflects a long-standing pattern in the state, where even the most powerful leadersfrom K. Kamaraj to J. Jayalalithaahave faced electoral defeat. It underscores Tamil Nadus deeply rooted culture of voter accountability.
BJP wins Bengal, TVK leads Tamil Nadu, UDF returns in Kerala as 2026 Assembly election results reshape the political landscape.
Lost and found: on the five Assembly elections, 2026
The National Democractic Alliances success in Bengal and Assam is partly offset by its failure in Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah termed the results of the five-state Assembly elections, particularly in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, as a political earthquake with long-term national implications.
The 2026 assembly election results across key states signal a major political shift, with actor-turned-politician Vijay making a powerful debut in Tamil Nadu. BJP wins big, while leaders like Mamata Banerjee, M. K. Stalin and Pinarayi Vijayan faced major setbacks.
Ran Government for All: MK Stalin Accepts Tamil Nadu Poll Verdict
Outgoing Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday accepted the people's mandate in the Assembly elections and said the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) would now function as a constructive and effective Opposition.
DC Edit | Shock Exit of Didi & Stalin To Impact National Politics
West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala deliver shocks; BJP, TVK and UDF gain big
Vijay's TVK emerges giant slayer, delivers shock defeat to Stalin, EPS
Actor-politician Vijay's TVK has made history in Tamil Nadu, emerging as the single largest party. The party delivered a shock defeat to the incumbent DMK and Chief Minister MK Stalin. This marks the first time since 1967 a party other than the two Dravidian heavyweights has won.
MK Stalin Faces Defeat in Kolathur, Becomes Second Sitting CM to Lose Election After Jayalalithaa
Chennai, May 4: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK leader MK Stalin has made history by becoming the second sitting Chief Minister to lose an assembly election, following in the footsteps of Jayalalithaa. This unexpected defeat occurred in the Kolathur constituency. Stalin was defeated by VS Babu of the Tamilaga Vetria Kazhagam (TVK). Babu, a ... Read more MK Stalin Faces Defeat in Kolathur, Becomes Second Sitting CM to Lose Election After Jayalalithaa
India's political landscape has been dramatically reshaped by the 2026 Assembly election results, with significant shifts in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Voters delivered a strong mandate for change, dismantling established power structures and ushering in new political forces across the nation.
Rahul Gandhi Questions Election Integrity Amidst Results from Multiple States
New Delhi, May 4: In the wake of election results from West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has raised serious concerns regarding the transparency of the electoral process. On Monday, he accused the ruling party at the center and the Election Commission of orchestrating a theft of elections in ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Questions Election Integrity Amidst Results from Multiple States
Congress President Kharge Boosts Morale of Workers After Mixed Election Results
New Delhi, May 4: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge congratulated party workers for their efforts in the recent elections across five states, including Kerala and Tamil Nadu. In a post on the social media platform X, Kharge expressed his appreciation for the tireless dedication shown by party members. He acknowledged that the results were mixed but ... Read more Congress President Kharge Boosts Morale of Workers After Mixed Election Results
Kovilpatti election results 2026: DMKs Karunanithi K wins against TVK and AIADMK candidates
DMK candidate Karunanithi K has won the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election in Kovilpatti, defeating Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam candidate Balasubramanian S and AIADMK candidate Kadambur Raju C. The constituency, known for its industrial base, faced key issues like water scarcity and unemployment. Kadambur Raju, the incumbent MLA, was previously elected in 2021.
Vasudevanallur election results 2026: DMKs E. Raja wins against BJP and TVK candidates
DMK candidate E. Raja has won the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election in the Vasudevanallur constituency. This SC-reserved seat, located in Tenkasi district, faces persistent issues like irrigation shortages and youth unemployment. The incumbent MLA, Dr. T. Sadhan Tirumalaikumar of MDMK, had previously won in 2021.
Sankarankovil election results 2026: AIADMKs Dr. Dhilipan Jaishankar wins by 6,489 votes
AIADMK's Dr. Dhilipan Jaishankar secured victory in the Sankarankovil constituency during the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, defeating TVK's C. Ramarajan by 6,489 votes. The SC-reserved seat, known for its agricultural prominence and the Sankarankoil Harihara temple, faced key issues including irrigation, rural infrastructure, and youth unemployment.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026: AIADMK suffers major losses in its traditional stronghold
As of 9.30 p.m. on Monday, the Dravidian major has won in 42 constituencies and is ahead in five others. In terms of arithmetic strength, the party was not as strong as its traditional adversary, the DMK.
When Vijay hailed Trisha as Kundavai, what she hates about him
Trisha Krishnan visited Vijays residence in Chennai on Monday, at a time when his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is leading in trends for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026. Trishas visit has sparked nostalgia around her long-standing association with Vijay. The duo reunited on screen in Leo after a gap of 15 years, reminding fans of their iconic pairing.
Killiyoor election results 2026: Congress Rajesh Kumar S wins by 1,311 votes
Congress has maintained a strong hold on the Killiyoor assembly constituency in Tamil Nadu's Kanyakumari district since 2016. S Rajeshkumar secured a significant victory in the 2021 elections, widening his winning margin. The constituency saw a 70 percent voter turnout in the 2021 polls.
Ottapidaram election results 2026: TVKs P. Mathanraja wins by 29,083 votes
Ottapidaram constituency saw a new winner in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. P. Mathanraja of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam secured victory by a significant margin of 29,083 votes. He defeated DMK candidate P. M. Ramajeyam. The constituency faces challenges including water scarcity and demands for better infrastructure. Residents also seek improved employment and healthcare.
The Gen Z vote that shook the Tamil Nadu elections
Change is the word heard in unison among these young voters
Bhavani election results 2026: AIADMK candidate Karuppanan beats TVK's Balakrishnan
Bhavani Assembly constituency in Erode district, Tamil Nadu, has historically seen contests between AIADMK, DMK, and PMK. AIADMK candidate K C Karuppanan won in 2016 with 85,748 votes, defeating the DMK. The constituency has experienced shifting political preferences over the years, with past victories for PMK and Tamil Maanila Congress.
Assembly Polls: Except Assam, it's not a Bad Result for Congress; 7 Takeaways
Congress won Kerala and was trounced in Assam. But Bengal and Tamil Nadu gave layered results for the party.
Not all is lost for the Congress
The party may have failed to win in Assam and Tamil Nadu, but in its defeat there is a silver lining: its pre-eminence in the INDIA bloc is further cemented
Bhavanisagar, a reserved SC constituency in Erode, Tamil Nadu, has seen electoral contests primarily between AIADMK, DMK, and CPI. The AIADMK won in 2016, while the CPI secured victory in 2011. Historically, the seat has witnessed alternating wins, reflecting shifting voter preferences and alliance dynamics.
Senthamangalam, a Scheduled Tribe reserved constituency in Tamil Nadu's Namakkal district, has seen close electoral contests. In 2016, AIADMK's Chandrasekaran C won by 12,333 votes against DMK's Ponnusamy K. Previously, in 2011, DMDK's Santhi R secured victory over DMK's Ponnusamy K by 8,505 votes, highlighting the constituency's competitive nature.
Madurai West assembly polls 2026: TVKs Thangapandi SR defeats DMKs Balaji R
Thangapandi SR of TVK has won the Madurai West constituency, defeating DMK's Balaji R. Historically, AIADMK has dominated this seat, winning seven times since 1977 compared to DMK's three. The broader Tamil Nadu election features a contest between the ruling DMK and the AIADMK-led opposition, with key issues including welfare, law and order, and political identity.
BJP reduced to one seat in Tamil Nadu Assembly, top leaders defeated
In 2021, the party had won four seats. This time, M. Bhojarajan alone won the Udhagamandalam Assembly segment by a slim margin of 976 votes.
Andipatti assembly polls 2026: DMKs A Maharajan wins by over 9,000 votes
Andipatti, a constituency with a rich political legacy, is gearing up for a fierce electoral battle. Recent results show a close contest between DMK and AIADMK. The upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections will witness a triangular fight, with key issues like welfare, law and order, and identity politics dominating the campaign discourse.
Tamil Nadu election results: Stalin says he worked hard as CM beyond his strength
While thanking the voters for voting for the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA), Stalin congratulated the winners.
After Counting Day, Axis My India Shows Report Card, And It's A Top Scorer
Earlier today Axis My India's Pradeep Gupta told NDTV people 'laughing' at his organisation when they predicted the TVK would win the Tamil Nadu election.
Watch: TVKs options for forming the government in Tamil Nadu
Actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay has stunned everyone with his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerging as the single largest party, leading in 111 seats as of 1:15 p.m. and pushing the two Dravidian majors to a distant second and third. However, going by the trends, one will have to wait until votes from every polling booth are counted to know whether TVK will get the 118 seats needed to form a government on its own.
Lotus blooming from Gangotri to Gangasagar: PM Modi on BJP's assembly election win
New Delhi, May 04: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the lotus is now blooming from Gangotri to Gangasagar with the BJP's historic victory in West Bengal and asked all parties to work for change, not revenge, and ensure that the state's future trumps over fear. Addressing BJP workers at the party headquarters after the win in assembly elections in West Bengal, Assam and Puducherry, Modi said it was a special day in many ways as it heralds a bright future for the country. It is a day of trust in the great democracy of India, trust in the politics of performance, trust in the resolve of stability, trust in the spirit of Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat. I bow before the people of West Bengal, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and Keralam, he said at the victory celebration event where BJP President Nitin Nabin, Union ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh, among others, were present. Modi said on November 14 last year, when the Bihar election results came in, he told the BJP workers from this very spot that the Ganga flows onward from Bihar all the way to Ganga Sagar (in West Bengal). And today, with victory in West Bengal, from Gangotri (Uttarakhand) to Ganga Sagar (West Bengal), it is nothing but the lotus in full bloom. Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal today, in these states surrounding Mother Ganga, there are BJP-NDA governments, he said. Democracy, not fear, won in this festival of democracy in West Bengal, Modi said. When the BJP has won in Bengal, there should be talk of 'badlav' (change) not 'badla' (revenge), 'bhavishya' (future) not 'bhay' (fear), he said. The Prime Minister said winning and losing are a natural part of democracy and politics, but the people of the five states have shown the world why the country is the mother of democracy. Democracy is not just a system for us; it is the river of traditions in our veins. Today, not only has India's democracy triumphed, but India's Constitution has also triumphed. Our constitutional institutions have triumphed; our democratic processes have triumphed, he said. Modi said the nearly 93 per cent voter turnout in West Bengal has been historic in itself, and new records of voting have also been set in Assam, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Kerala. He said women's participation in this election has been exceptionally high and this is emerging as the brightest picture of Indian democracy. Today is a historic day, unprecedented. When years of penance transform into attainment, the joy that appears on the face, that joy today I am seeing on the faces of BJP workers across the country, he said. The Prime Minister also congratulated the Election Commission, all its employees, all the personnel involved in the voting process, especially the security forces, for the successful conduct of the assembly elections. History will always remember your contribution to maintaining the dignity of India's democracy, he said.
Trisha marks birthday with Tirumala visit on Tamil Nadu verdict day
YSRCP celebrates TVKs win in Tamil Nadu in Tirupati district
From Bengal shock to Tamil Nadu surprise: Time for exit polls to exit?
Exit polls for five assembly elections proved indicative, not definitive, as results day revealed surprising outcomes. While some projections accurately predicted trends in Kerala and Assam, West Bengal and Tamil Nadu witnessed dramatic shifts, with unexpected victories and significant political realignments challenging pre-election forecasts.
BJP breaks through Bengal and Bags Assam, Vijay's TVK Stars in TN Blockbuster
Election 2026 trends show BJP set to win West Bengal and retain Assam, while Vijays TVK emerges dominant in Tamil Nadu; Congress-led UDF surges in Kerala.
Watch: From Tamil Nadu to Bengal: What the 2026 verdict means for Indian politics
Indias 2026 election results have reshaped State politics and redefined national equations. This video breaks down the key outcomes, major shifts, and what the verdict means for parties and future alignments.
Ex-IPAC Poll Strategist in Focus after TVK Win in Tamil Nadu
The campaign, managed by the young strategist has come in help for Vijay in overcoming his early setbacks
BJP '200 Paar' In Bengal, Vijay Delivers Tamil Nadu Blockbuster
If the results do not veer from the current trajectory, the outcome would be a churning in the Opposition INDIA block, while for the BJP, it would paint a saffron wave that stretches from the northeast all the way to Gujarat.
Astrologer Radhan Pandit accurately predicted actor Vijay's TVK party's dominant performance in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. His numerological and astrological insights, describing Vijay's chart as a sunami, gained significant traction after the results. Pandit, a known spiritual mentor, visited Vijay to congratulate him, further highlighting his role in the political narrative.
Chiranjeevi, Suriya congratulate Vijay as TVK nears victory in Tamil Nadu
Chiranjeevi, Suriya congratulate Vijay as TVK nears victory in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026: Full list of winners and losers from TVK, DMK & AIADMK
BJPs Lotus Blooms In West Bengal, Vijays TVK Clinches Tamil Nadu
After 15 years in power, the incumbent All India Trinamool Congress has produced a shocking result in the West Bengal assembly polls.
People have rejected dynasty politics: Adhav Arjuna
Adhav Arjuna described the current political moment as a revolution, saying voters, especially women and youth, are moving against dynastic politics in Tamil Nadu. He said the shift reflects growing demand for change.
Tamil Nadu elections: AIADMK slips to third, faces tough road ahead as TVK emerges as new force
From Reel Hero to Real Power: Vijays Political Entry Turns Blockbuster
As early trends in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections pointed to a stunning debut for actor-turned-politician Vijay, celebrations erupted at his Chennai residence complete with music, memories, and a line from an old film song that suddenly felt prophetic
Tamil Nadu Results: Vijay Falls Short of Majority, What Are TVK's Options?
The way the numbers are stacking up, Vijay's TVK may have to wean away smaller allies from DMK and AIADMK.
Tamil Nadu Elections 2026: Trisha says she wants to be CM in old video
As Vijay`s party TVK leads with a majority in the Tamil Nadu elections 2026, an old clip of his rumoured GF, actress Trisha, has emerged, where she says she wants to be Tamil Nadu`s Chief Minister
Assembly election results 2026: Vijay wave, Bengal breakthrough, Kerala reset - 10 takeaways
Tamil Nadu witnesses a seismic shift as actor Vijay's party leads, ending decades of Dravidian rule. The BJP achieves a historic win in West Bengal, unseating Mamata Banerjee. Kerala returns to its rotation cycle with the UDF forming the government, while Assam shows pro-incumbency can prevail. These results signal a significant political churn across India.
Hema Malini says Vijay`s win in Tamil Nadu elections was `completely unexpected`
Vijays TVK scripted history by emerging as the single-largest party in its debut Tamil Nadu election, with the actor winning both his constituencies. BJP leader Hema Malini congratulated Vijay and even called him the most probable next Chief Minister of the state
How Vijay's Anil Army Hacked Tamil Nadu Politics in Just Six Moves
Through every phase, the supporters themselves carried a distinct identity.They were often called Anil a term rooted in Tamil political memory. The word Anil means squirrel.
