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Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Amit Shah says Bengal will ‘reply to bombs with votes’

Assembly Election 2026 Live Updates: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are fighting to woo the women, youth, and welfare scheme beneficiaries ahead of the Bengal Assembly elections.

Addressing a rally in Birbhum, Shah alleged corruption under the TMC government and said strict action would be taken against those responsible if the BJP comes to power.Addressing a rally in Birbhum, Union Home Minister Amit Shah alleged corruption under the TMC government and said strict action would be taken against those responsible if the BJP comes to power. (PTI/Screengrab)

Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is holding a roadshow in Durgapur, situated in Paschim Bardhaman district in West Bengal after addressing rally in Bhirbhum, where he said that a BJP government in West Bengal would ensure that those involved in scams are made to “return every penny” to the people. He promised strict action against infiltrators, implementation of UCC, and multiple welfare measures, while accusing the TMC of violence, scams and appeasement politics.

PM Pitches for Women Reservation Bill:  Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said Parliament is set to “create new history” with the Women’s Reservation Bill, calling it a step towards greater gender equality and social justice.  While Addressing the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan’ in Delhi, he said the upcoming special session would mark the end of “decades of waiting” and help institutionalise women’s participation in governance.

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Jadavpur sees Triangular contest: Jadavpur constituency is shaping up as a key battleground in the West Bengal Assembly elections, with the seat witnessing a three-way contest between the TMC, CPI(M) and BJP. Once a Left bastion, the constituency reflects shifting political trends, with civic issues and an engaged urban electorate likely to influence the outcome.

Yusuf Pathan criticises SIR: TMC leader Yusuf Pathan on Friday criticised the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls, calling it an “injustice” to eligible voters and a violation of voting rights.

Speaking in South 24 Parganas, he praised Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, saying she was the only leader to challenge the issue in court and “fight for her people”.

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Apr 13, 2026 07:32 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Shah confident of BJP win in Bengal, defends SIR process

Amit Shah expressed confidence that the BJP will form the government in West Bengal, saying a BJP chief minister will be sworn in after the results, during his roadshow in Durgapur.

On the SIR row, he said it is “not a Hindu-Muslim issue” and defended the process, adding that it is being conducted under judicial supervision.

Apr 13, 2026 06:35 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: HM Amit Shah holds roadshow in Durgapur, West Bengal

As part of BJP's election campaign, Union Home Minister Amit Shah is holding a roadshow in Durgapur, situated in Paschim Bardhaman district in West Bengal.

Apr 13, 2026 06:29 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: TMC's GK Vasan and BJP's Annamalai hold joint rally

Ahead of the state elections, Tamil Maanila Congress (TMC) President GK Vasan and BJP leader Annamalai are holding a combined campaign rally. — PTI

VIDEO | Erode, Tamil Nadu: BJP leader Annamalai and Tamil Maanila Congress (TMC) President GK Vasan hold a joint campaign rally ahead of the state elections.#assemblypollswithpti#tamilnadupollswithpti

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Apr 13, 2026 06:24 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Palaniswami assures action on DMK audio leak, illegal kidney sale

AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami assured a probe into leaked audio tapes purportedly linked to DMK leader A Raja and promised action over an alleged illegal kidney sale racket.

He said strict action would be taken if the AIADMK comes to power, raising both issues at an election rally in Tiruchi.

(With inputs from PTI)

Apr 13, 2026 06:11 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: People of Tamil Nadu determined to oust DMK, says Nabin

During his election campaign in Tamil Nadu's Gandarvakkottai, BJP National President Nitin Nabin said, "The people of Tamil Nadu are already determined to remove the DMK government, and they want to bring the NDA government in Tamil Nadu."

Apr 13, 2026 06:00 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Nitin Nabin holds a road show in Tamil Nadu's Gandarvakkottai for polls campaigning

The BJP National President Nitin Nabin holds a road show in Gandarvakkottai, as part of NDA's election campaign for Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

Apr 13, 2026 05:07 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Manoj Tiwari says Bengal voters set to oust TMC, bring BJP to power

BJP MP from North East Delhi Manoj Tiwari said West Bengal’s “pride and identity” have been undermined under the TMC government and need to be restored.

Campaigning for BJP candidate Ritesh Tiwari, contesting from from Kashipur- Belgachia assembly constituency, he claimed voters are ready to oust the TMC, saying “BJP is on its way in, while TMC is on its way out.” — ANI

Apr 13, 2026 04:18 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Will hold 'chakka jam' in Kolkata to bring justice to Murshidabad people, says Owaisi

AIMIM chief Owaisi has said to hold "chakka jam" in Kolkata to bring justice to the people of Murshidabad. — PTI

Apr 13, 2026 04:04 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: 'Grave injustice' to Muslims in Bengal, says Owaisi in poll rally

AIMIM head Asaduddin Owaisi said, "Grave injustice has been inflicted upon the Muslim minority of Bengal," while delivering his speech at a vote rally in Murshidabad. — PTI

Apr 13, 2026 03:55 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Shah says Bengal will 'reply to bombs with votes', vows crackdown on TMC

Amit Shah said people of West Bengal will “reply to bombs and bullets with votes” and predicted a BJP victory, vowing action against “cut money” networks and TMC-linked corruption.

He promised strict action against infiltrators, implementation of UCC, and multiple welfare measures, while accusing the TMC of violence, scams and appeasement politics.

(With inputs from PTI)

Apr 13, 2026 03:34 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Shah says BJP won’t allow ‘Babri Masjid’ in Bengal, targets TMC

Home Minister Amit Shah alleged that TMC's 'stooge' Humayun Kabir wants to build a Babri Masjid in Bengal and asserted the BJP would never allow it. — PTI

Apr 13, 2026 03:21 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Naxalism crushed under Modi govt, now time for infiltrators to be thrown out of country, says Shah

While addressing his poll rally in Bengal, Amit Shah asserted that Modi government has crushed Naxalism, and it's now time for infiltrators to be thrown out of country. — PTI

Apr 13, 2026 03:09 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: PM Modi hit Pak in Op Sindoor; Manhoman, Mamata treated them with 'Biryani', says Shah

Amit Shah accused the Manmohan Singh-led UPA government, supported by TMC, of failing to act firmly against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism and “treating them with biryani.”

He said that after the Pahalgam attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ordered “Operation Sindoor,” targeting Pakistan “where it hurt the most.”

(With inputs from PTI)

Apr 13, 2026 02:25 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Amit Shah vows to recover ‘every penny’ from scamsters in Bengal

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said a BJP government in West Bengal would ensure that those involved in scams are made to “return every penny” to the people.

Addressing a rally in Birbhum, Shah alleged corruption under the TMC government and said strict action would be taken against those responsible if the BJP comes to power.

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Apr 13, 2026 01:23 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Amit Shah calls for BJP sweep in Birbhum, says will take action on ‘syndicates’

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday urged voters in Birbhum to ensure a BJP sweep, calling for all 11 seats in the district to go to the party.

Addressing a rally in Bolpur, Shah alleged that the TMC had turned parts of the district into hubs of “bombs and explosives” and promised strict action against those involved in “cut money” and syndicate operations if the BJP comes to power.

He said a “double-engine government” would be formed in the state after May 4, promising a new phase of development in West Bengal.

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Apr 13, 2026 12:22 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: RJD’s Manoj Jha questions Centre’s timing on Women’s Reservation Bill, seeks ‘quota within quota’

RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha questioned the Centre over the timing of its push on the Women’s Reservation Bill, asking why similar steps were not taken earlier.

Reacting to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s outreach to floor leaders, Jha said there was already broad agreement in 2023 and argued for “quota within quota” to ensure wider representation.

He also raised concerns over the lack of clarity on processes such as census and delimitation, calling the approach “shooting arrows in the dark”.

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Apr 13, 2026 12:00 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Modi pitches Women’s Reservation Bill, says Parliament set to ‘create new history’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said Parliament is set to “create new history” with the Women’s Reservation Bill, calling it a step towards greater gender equality and social justice.

Addressing the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan’ in Delhi, he said the upcoming special session would mark the end of “decades of waiting” and help institutionalize women’s participation in governance.

Apr 13, 2026 11:54 AM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Stalin hits out at EPS, says AIADMK-BJP ‘did nothing’ for Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday on attacked AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami, accusing him of lowering political discourse during the campaign.

Addressing a rally in Thoothukudi, Stalin said Palaniswami was making remarks against him and DMK leader Kanimozhi, and alleged that the AIADMK-BJP alliance had “done nothing” for the state.

He also highlighted past DMK-Congress alliance achievements, claiming multiple welfare schemes were introduced during that period, as campaigning intensifies ahead of the Assembly polls.

Apr 13, 2026 09:59 AM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Jadavpur emerges key urban seat in Bengal polls

Jadavpur is shaping up as a key battleground in the West Bengal Assembly elections, with the seat witnessing a three-way contest between the TMC, CPI(M) and BJP. Once a Left bastion, the constituency reflects shifting political trends, with civic issues and an engaged urban electorate likely to influence the outcome.

(ANI inputs)

Apr 12, 2026 10:41 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: TMC creating fuss over SIR fearing defeat in Bengal polls: Mithun Chakraborty

BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty on Sunday said the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal was conducted as per constitutional provisions, and accused the TMC of creating issues over the exercise "fearing defeat" in the assembly polls.

Chakraborty, also a veteran actor, said the SIR was not violative of anyone's rights.

"SIR is not an issue in any other state. It has been undertaken by the Election Commission as per the Constitution. In Tamil Nadu, it was conducted smoothly. There was no problem anywhere else except in West Bengal," he told PTI Videos on the sidelines of a roadshow in Paschim Medinipur district. (PTI)

Apr 12, 2026 08:39 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Netaji kin Chandra Bose joins TMC ahead of Bengal polls

Chandra Bose, grandnephew of Subhas Chandra Bose and a former BJP leader, joined the Trinamool Congress on Sunday, days ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections.

Bose joined the ruling party in the presence of state minister Bratya Basu and TMC MP Kirti Azad, and alleged that the BJP indulges in "divisive politics" and does not follow the legendary freedom fighter's ideals.

"It is not possible to follow Netaji's ideals while being in the BJP," Chandra Bose asserted. (PTI)

Apr 12, 2026 05:00 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: TMC supports 'tukde-tukde' gang, which threatened to snap Siliguri Corridor, due to appeasement: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday alleged that the "tukde-tukde" gang had threatened to snap the strategic Siliguri Corridor to cut off the Northeast from the rest of the country, and the TMC gave them support from the streets to the Parliament because of its "appeasement politics".

Addressing an election rally at the Kawakhali ground in the northern West Bengal city of Siliguri, Modi called the TMC an "anti-tribal, anti-women and anti-youth party", whose appeasement politics has brought about untold misery to the state. (PTI)

Apr 12, 2026 03:39 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: LDF files complaint against UDF candidate in Kerala's Kuttanad alleging cash-for-vote

The LDF has filed a complaint with the EC alleging that UDF candidate Reji Cheriyan was involved in cash-for-vote practices during the Assembly election campaign in the Kuttanad constituency.

The LDF election committee alleged in its complaint that Cheriyan distributed money both directly and through UPI transactions.

The Kerala Assembly polls were held on April 9, and the results for all 140 constituencies will be declared on May 4. (PTI)

Apr 12, 2026 02:31 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Mamata alleges BJP struck ‘Rs 1,000 crore deal’ to polarise voters in video row

Speaking in a public rally, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged that the BJP struck a “Rs 1,000 crore deal” with a party to divide Hindus and Muslims, amid the controversy over a viral video linked to Humayun Kabir.

Speaking on the issue, she said the BJP later termed the video “AI-generated” after its creator claimed it was real, as political sparring intensified ahead of the Assembly elections.

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Apr 12, 2026 02:12 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Modi flags Siliguri Corridor as key to security, accuses TMC of ‘blocking projects’

While attending a public meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the Siliguri Corridor is crucial for national security and economic growth, while accusing the TMC government of obstructing central projects in West Bengal.

Addressing a rally in Siliguri, he said improved connectivity through the corridor would boost trade and tourism in Bengal and neighbouring Sikkim, even as he alleged that the state government hampers Centre-led initiatives.

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Apr 12, 2026 02:05 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya claims ‘comfortable majority’ for party

West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya expressed confidence that the party would secure a “comfortable majority” in the Assembly elections, saying it has already crossed the “magic figure”.

Speaking in Kolkata, he said the final tally would be clear later but asserted that the BJP is set to form the government in the state.

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Apr 12, 2026 01:29 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Modi addresses rally in Siliguri as BJP steps up Bengal campaign

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public meeting in Siliguri as part of the BJP’s campaign for the West Bengal Assembly elections, with the party intensifying its outreach ahead of polling.

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Apr 12, 2026 12:22 PM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: BJP’s Nitin Nabin calls TN polls ‘corruption vs governance’, backs NDA in Sattur

BJP national president Nitin Nabin said the NDA is united in Tamil Nadu and will defeat what he called the “corrupt” DMK government in the Assembly elections.

Addressing a rally in Sattur, he said the alliance is confident of a decisive victory, backing NDA candidate Nainar to win by a “big margin”.

Responding to Chief Minister M K Stalin’s remarks, Nabin framed the election as a contest between “corruption and good governance”, asserting that the NDA represents governance while the DMK stands for

Apr 12, 2026 11:59 AM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Piyush Goyal attacks Udhayanidhi, backs EPS-led alliance in Tamil Nadu

Union Minister Piyush Goyal criticised DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin, saying the people of Tamil Nadu would “never accept” him as Chief Minister.

Addressing a rally in Madurai, Goyal alleged that Udhayanidhi’s remarks had hurt Tamil sentiments and said the state was looking for a political change.

He expressed confidence that an alliance led by Edappadi K Palaniswami, with support from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, would come to power, while also backing BJP candidate Raama Sreenivasan in the constituency.

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Apr 12, 2026 11:33 AM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Udhayanidhi Stalin campaigns in Mannargudi, backs DMK candidate TRB Rajaa

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister and DMK Youth Wing Secretary Udhayanidhi Stalin began campaigning in the Mannargudi Assembly constituency in Thiruvarur district.

He campaigned in support of DMK candidate T R B Rajaa, as the party steps up outreach efforts ahead of the April 23 Assembly polls.

#watch | Tamil Nadu Elections 2026 | Deputy Chief Minister and DMK Youth Wing Secretary Udhayanidhi Stalin starts election campaigning in Mannargudi Assembly constituency of Thiruvarur district, supporting DMK candidate T.R.B. Rajaa.

(Video Source: Udhayanidhi Stalin social… pic.twitter.com/zWJaxSz4gv
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Apr 12, 2026 10:55 AM IST
Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: BJP’s CR Kesavan contrasts Centre’s ‘rescue efforts’ questions DMK’s on fishermen issue

BJP national spokesperson C R Kesavan said Tamil Nadu is witnessing the safe return of fishermen from the Iran conflict zone, crediting the Centre’s efforts and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “compassionate approach”.

Speaking in Chennai, Kesavan criticised the DMK government, alleging it had failed to adequately raise the issue of fishermen’s safety during the recent conflict period. He questioned whether Chief Minister M K Stalin or DMK MPs had taken up the matter with the Centre.

He referred to past issues involving the fishermen community, accusing the DMK of remaining silent, as political exchanges sharpen ahead of the Assembly elections.

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