Elections

Elections

Assembly election 2026: Counting begins in Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry; EC assures smooth process

May 4, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Counting of votes for the Assembly elections in Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and the Union Territory of Puducherry commenced at 8 am on Monday, with postal ballots being taken up first, followed by Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Early trends are expected to emerge by noon. The Election Commission said elaborate arrangements have […]

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Peaceful re-polling at 15 booths in Bengal so far, over 55 pc voter turnout in first 6 hours

May 2, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: The re-polling for 15 polling booths under two Assembly constituencies in South 24 Parganas district in West Bengal, which started at 7 a.m. on Saturday, has been peaceful so far, with the polling process going on under blanket security coverage of central forces assisted by personnel from the state police forces. The average […]

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Peaceful re-polling at 15 booths in Bengal so far, 16.23 pc polling in 1st two hours

May 2, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: The re-polling at 15 polling booths under two Assembly constituencies in South 24 Parganas district in West Bengal, that started since 7 A.M. on Saturday has been peaceful so far. The polling process is going on under blanket security coverage of central forces assisted by personnel from the state police forces The average […]

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Business

Iran: Amid war against the US-Israel, Pezeshkian, Ghalibaf seek FM Araghchi’s removal!

May 1, 2026 revoi editor

Virendra Pandit   New Delhi: Amid the fragile ceasefire and reports that the US and Israel may resume their war on Iran anytime, Tehran has another crisis to tackle: its President Masoud Pezeshkian and Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf are seeking to remove Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi over his alleged ‘subservience’ to IRGC chief Ahmed Wahidi, […]

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Business

Roving Periscope: As he prepares to resume Iran war, Trump cools Congress with ‘ceasefire’

May 1, 2026 revoi editor

Virendra Pandit   New Delhi: On February 28, US President Donald Trump launched Operation Epic Fury against Iran, followed by a fragile ceasefire since April 7. To skirt a law, if the US resumes the Iran war, it is likely to rename it as Operation Epic Passage! A 1973 law requires the US President to […]

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ECI introduces QR code-based ID system to secure counting centres

April 30, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has introduced a QR code-based Photo Identity Card system to enhance security and prevent unauthorised access at counting centres during elections. The new system will be implemented starting May 4, during the counting of votes for Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry, […]

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West Bengal Polls: Nearly 40% Turnout Recorded by 11 AM in Phase 2 Voting

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: West Bengal recorded a voter turnout of 39.97 per cent till 11 am on Wednesday as polling for 142 Assembly seats in the second phase continued across the state. According to the Election Commission of India, Purba Bardhaman reported the highest turnout at 44.50 per cent, followed closely by Hooghly with 43.12 per […]

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West Bengal Records 18.39% Turnout Till 9 AM in Phase 2 Polling

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Voter turnout in West Bengal reached 18.39% by 9 am on Wednesday as polling began for 142 assembly seats across the state. Among the districts, Purba Bardhaman recorded the highest turnout at 20.86 per cent, followed by Hooghly at 20.16 per cent. Nadia saw 18.50 per cent polling, while North 24 Parganas registered […]

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Roving Periscope: To repair strained relations, King Charles III visits the USA

April 28, 2026 revoi editor

Virendra Pandit   New Delhi: Amid strained relations with the United Kingdom, US President Donald Trump on Monday ‘welcomed’ King Charles III at the White House, assuring London that its monarch will be “very safe” in America—just two days after Trump himself escaped the third assassination attempt! The long-planned event marks the 250th anniversary of […]

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Amit Shah, Gujarat Leaders Cast Votes in Local Body Polls; Call for High Voter Turnout

April 26, 2026 revoi editor

Gandhinagar: Home Minister Amit Shah cast his vote along with his family in Gandhinagar on Sunday as polling for Gujarat’s local body elections began, with senior leaders across the state urging citizens to participate in large numbers. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel also exercised his franchise in Ahmedabad, describing the day as a “festival of […]

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