Karnataka Bypolls: BJP Leads in Davanagere South, Congress Ahead in Bagalkot

Bengaluru — Counting of votes for the by-elections in two key Assembly constituencies of Karnataka—Davanagere South and Bagalkot—got underway on Monday, with early trends showing a split verdict between the two major parties.

Bengal Polls 2026: BJP Edges Ahead in Early Trends as Tight Contest Unfolds

Kolkata — The battle for West Bengal is shaping up to be a closely fought contest, with the Bharatiya Janata Party holding a slight edge over the ruling All India Trinamool Congress in the initial hours of vote counting.

As of 10 a.m.,…

Assam Election Trends: Gogoi Trails in Jorhat, Sarma Takes Early Lead in Jalukbari

Guwahati — Early counting trends in Assam indicate a mixed start for major political players, with key contests drawing close attention.

In the Jorhat Assembly constituency, Gaurav Gogoi of the Indian National Congress is trailing behind…

Tamil Nadu Verdict Takes a Twist: Vijay’s TVK Races Ahead in Early Trends

Chennai — In a dramatic turn of events in Tamil Nadu, actor-turned-politician Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has surged ahead in the early rounds of counting, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the Assembly elections.

‘He has full support of party’: Bihar Dy CM Vijay Kumar Chaudhary on Nishant Kumar’s yatra

New Delhi: Ahead of the launch of JD(U) leader Nishant Kumar’s statewide outreach programme, senior political leaders in Bihar have voiced strong support, highlighting growing enthusiasm within party ranks and beyond. Backing…

Delhi Fire Tragedy: 9 Dead in Vivek Vihar Blaze, Residents Recall No Chance to Escape

New Delhi — A devastating fire in a four-storey residential building in Vivek Vihar claimed nine lives early Sunday morning, leaving the neighbourhood in shock as survivors and witnesses recounted the terrifying moments.

According to…

Another India-linked LPG tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz amid blockades

New Delhi: An India-linked liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker has successfully crossed the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, marking a rare transit amid heightened tensions and severe disruptions to global energy flows. The Marshall Islands-flagged…

Health Ministry releases framework on screening, treatment of childhood diabetes

New Delhi: Aiming to integrate childhood diabetes care into the public health system, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has released a guidance document on standardised framework for screening, diagnosis and treatment, an official…

Govt rejects claims of Aadhaar design change, calls viral posts misleading

New Delhi: The government on Sunday dismissed reports claiming that Aadhaar cards will soon be reduced to a simple format with just a photograph and QR code, stating that there is no such proposal under consideration and terming the…

Calm Prevails in Bengal Re-Polling; Over 16% Voter Turnout in Early Hours

Kolkata — Re-polling across 15 booths in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district has remained peaceful so far, with voters turning out steadily in the early hours of Saturday.

Polling began at 7 a.m. under tight security, with…