Mamata Banerjee, MK Stalin, Pinarayi Vijayan and Himanta Biswa Sarma NEW DELHI: Exit poll predictions released on Thursday by Today’s Chanakya covered the upcoming assembly results in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Kerala.The projections came a day after several other pollsters released their estimates for these states.According to Today’s Chanakya, the numbers represent the average seats parties are likely to win. The projections indicate a landslide victory for the BJP in Assam, suggesting another term for incumbent chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, while the Congress appears to be trailing with a huge margin, offering little comfort for Gaurav Gogoi in a state once ruled by his father Tarun Gogoi.For Assam 2026, Today’s Chanakya projected a clear advantage for the BJP-led alliance, estimating between 93 and 111 seats, with an average of 102 seats. The Congress-led alliance is expected to secure between 14 and 32 seats, averaging 23 seats, while others are likely to remain marginal with 0 to 2 seats, averaging 1 seat.In Kerala, the projections point to a neck-and-neck contest between the incumbent LDF and the main opposition UDF.In Kerala 2026, the projections suggest a tightly contested battle between the two major fronts. The UDF is estimated to win between 60 and 78 seats, averaging 69 seats, closely followed by the ruling LDF at 55 to 73 seats, averaging 64 seats, pointing to a neck-and-neck race. The BJP is projected to secure between 3 and 11 seats, averaging 7 seats, while others are expected to get 0 to 1 seat, averaging 0 seats.Seat projections for the other two major states West Bengal and Tamil Nadu are yet to be released.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosLet’s Not Choose For People: Supreme Court Pulls Up Centre Over Minor Rape Survivor’s Pregnancy Case’Sonia Gandhi Takes Decisions’: Congress President Kharge On Karnataka CM Change BuzzHafiz Saeed’s Aides Hunted Down: Lashkar-e-Taiba Loses Commanders to Mysterious KillingsRecord Bengal Turnout at 92.9%, SIR Row and Voter Surge Complicate Poll ReadingKhera Tells SC Arrest Not Needed, Assam Govt Seeks Custodial Probe in Passport RowWhy Rising Jet Fuel Prices Are Putting Pressure on Indian Airlines: ExplainedSpiceJet Chaos | Mumbai Airport: Massive Delays, Cancellations Leave Passengers Stranded OvernightRajnath Singh’s Big Warning:“India Ready For Long War, No Distinction Between Terrorists & Sponsors”Yogi Adityanath Attacks Samajwadi Party In Assembly, Cites 1995 Guest House CaseIran’s Araghchi Speaks To EAM Jaishankar As West Asia Crisis Deepens, India Calls For De-escalation123PhotostoriesHow you can restore your mental health after an office blowupHow Rhea Kapoor is bringing traditional Indian weaves back into fashionBhuvneshwar Kumar’s Meerut bungalow is a multi-crore home shaped by cricketing success and strong family rootsKatrina Kaif’s “elevenses” breakfast is all you need during summer monthsGuwahati’s Property Market: 7 premium residential hubs transforming the cityPortable AC vs Window AC: From price to cooling and electricity bill, every aspect explainedHow to make ORS at home: Easy electrolyte drink for summer heat and dehydrationMost iconic antagonists of Indian television: From ‘Rumona’ to ‘Komolika’, and moreMumbai family deaths: Why watermelon demand has suddenly crashed in marketsHow central Bengaluru bore brunt of sudden cloudburst-like showers123Hot PicksExit Poll Result 2026Bengal Election 2026Bengal ElectionPM ModiAjay Pal SharmaBengal Poll RecordHimanta Biswa SarmaTop TrendingPune Gas LeakBengaluru Wall CollapseVande Bharat expressDelhi NewsPawan KheraTripura Madhyamik Result 2026CBSE Class 12th ResultMumbai Police DeathBSE AP SSC Class 10th ResultIPL Orange Cap

Mamata Banerjee, MK Stalin, Pinarayi Vijayan and Himanta Biswa Sarma NEW DELHI: Exit poll predictions released on Thursday by Today’s Chanakya covered the upcoming assembly results in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Kerala.The projections came a day after several other pollsters released their estimates for these states.According to Today’s Chanakya, the numbers represent the average seats parties are likely to win. The projections indicate a landslide victory for the BJP in Assam, suggesting another term for incumbent chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, while the Congress appears to be trailing with a huge margin, offering little comfort for Gaurav Gogoi in a state once ruled by his father Tarun Gogoi.For Assam 2026, Today’s Chanakya projected a clear advantage for the BJP-led alliance, estimating between 93 and 111 seats, with an average of 102 seats. The Congress-led alliance is expected to secure between 14 and 32 seats, averaging 23 seats, while others are likely to remain marginal with 0 to 2 seats, averaging 1 seat.In Kerala, the projections point to a neck-and-neck contest between the incumbent LDF and the main opposition UDF.In Kerala 2026, the projections suggest a tightly contested battle between the two major fronts. The UDF is estimated to win between 60 and 78 seats, averaging 69 seats, closely followed by the ruling LDF at 55 to 73 seats, averaging 64 seats, pointing to a neck-and-neck race. The BJP is projected to secure between 3 and 11 seats, averaging 7 seats, while others are expected to get 0 to 1 seat, averaging 0 seats.Seat projections for the other two major states West Bengal and Tamil Nadu are yet to be released.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosLet’s Not Choose For People: Supreme Court Pulls Up Centre Over Minor Rape Survivor’s Pregnancy Case’Sonia Gandhi Takes Decisions’: Congress President Kharge On Karnataka CM Change BuzzHafiz Saeed’s Aides Hunted Down: Lashkar-e-Taiba Loses Commanders to Mysterious KillingsRecord Bengal Turnout at 92.9%, SIR Row and Voter Surge Complicate Poll ReadingKhera Tells SC Arrest Not Needed, Assam Govt Seeks Custodial Probe in Passport RowWhy Rising Jet Fuel Prices Are Putting Pressure on Indian Airlines: ExplainedSpiceJet Chaos | Mumbai Airport: Massive Delays, Cancellations Leave Passengers Stranded OvernightRajnath Singh’s Big Warning:“India Ready For Long War, No Distinction Between Terrorists & Sponsors”Yogi Adityanath Attacks Samajwadi Party In Assembly, Cites 1995 Guest House CaseIran’s Araghchi Speaks To EAM Jaishankar As West Asia Crisis Deepens, India Calls For De-escalation123PhotostoriesHow you can restore your mental health after an office blowupHow Rhea Kapoor is bringing traditional Indian weaves back into fashionBhuvneshwar Kumar’s Meerut bungalow is a multi-crore home shaped by cricketing success and strong family rootsKatrina Kaif’s “elevenses” breakfast is all you need during summer monthsGuwahati’s Property Market: 7 premium residential hubs transforming the cityPortable AC vs Window AC: From price to cooling and electricity bill, every aspect explainedHow to make ORS at home: Easy electrolyte drink for summer heat and dehydrationMost iconic antagonists of Indian television: From ‘Rumona’ to ‘Komolika’, and moreMumbai family deaths: Why watermelon demand has suddenly crashed in marketsHow central Bengaluru bore brunt of sudden cloudburst-like showers123Hot PicksExit Poll Result 2026Bengal Election 2026Bengal ElectionPM ModiAjay Pal SharmaBengal Poll RecordHimanta Biswa SarmaTop TrendingPune Gas LeakBengaluru Wall CollapseVande Bharat expressDelhi NewsPawan KheraTripura Madhyamik Result 2026CBSE Class 12th ResultMumbai Police DeathBSE AP SSC Class 10th ResultIPL Orange Cap

Mamata Banerjee, MK Stalin, Pinarayi Vijayan and Himanta Biswa Sarma NEW DELHI: Exit poll predictions released on Thursday by Today’s Chanakya covered the upcoming assembly results in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Kerala.The projections came a day after several other pollsters released their estimates for these states.According to Today’s Chanakya, the numbers represent the…

Read More
‘My soulmate, my best friend’: Ritika Sajdeh’s heartfelt birthday wish for Rohit Sharma melts hearts

‘My soulmate, my best friend’: Ritika Sajdeh’s heartfelt birthday wish for Rohit Sharma melts hearts

Rohit Sharma with wife Ritika Sajdeh. (Pic credit: Ritika’s Instagram post) NEW DELHI: As Rohit Sharma turned 39 on Thursday, it was an emotional note from wife Ritika Sajdeh that stood out amid a flood of wishes from across the cricketing world.Taking to Instagram, Ritika penned a heartfelt message that quickly resonated with fans. “Happy…

Read More
Stock market today (April 30, 2026): Sensex drops 583 points, Nifty slips below 24,000; check top gainers and losers list?

Stock market today (April 30, 2026): Sensex drops 583 points, Nifty slips below 24,000; check top gainers and losers list?

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty closed nearly 1 per cent lower on Thursday as elevated crude oil prices, weak global cues and continued foreign fund outflows hurt investor sentiment.The 30-share BSE Sensex fell 582.86 points, or 0.75 per cent, to settle at 76,913.50. During the session, it plunged as much as 1,237.5 points, or…

Read More
Priyanka Chopra Jonas carries Hanuman Chalisa in her bag along with ‘nazar battu’: ‘It protects me’

Priyanka Chopra Jonas carries Hanuman Chalisa in her bag along with ‘nazar battu’: ‘It protects me’

Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently offered a glimpse into her everyday essentials and things that she carries in her bag. Priyanka who is known to keep things candid, classy and honest, revealed a thoughtful mix of practical items and deeply personal keepsakes. Among the items that stood out was a simple black thread, which she described…

Read More
Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s Meerut bungalow is a multi-crore home shaped by cricketing success and strong family roots

Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s Meerut bungalow is a multi-crore home shaped by cricketing success and strong family roots

Bhuvneshwar Kumar, aka “Bhuvi” aka “Swing King”, earned the famous title for his incredible bowling talent. The swing master carved a reputation as one of India’s most dependable fast bowlers famous for his ability to swing the ball both ways. The sportsman made his international debut in 2012 and in no time became a significant…

Read More
Bengaluru rain havoc: 5,000 books worth Rs 14 lakh destroyed at iconic  Church Street bookshop

Bengaluru rain havoc: 5,000 books worth Rs 14 lakh destroyed at iconic Church Street bookshop

Image Credit: TOI/ Bengaluru BENGALURU: Bookworm, the iconic bookshop on Church Street, saw nearly 5,000 books destroyed after rainwater gushed into the shop within minutes.Proprietor Krishna Gowda said, “The hailstones clogged the drainage outlets, and almost instantly, water started pouring in from all sides,” he said. By 5.30pm, shelves that once held stories, ideas and…

Read More
Most decorated woman athlete with seven Olympic golds planning stunning LA28 comeback at 42 | International Sports News

Most decorated woman athlete with seven Olympic golds planning stunning LA28 comeback at 42 | International Sports News

FILE – United States’ Allyson Felix competes in the women’s 4×400-meter final during the World Athletics Championships in London on Aug. 13, 2017. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, File) Allyson Felix, the most decorated woman in Olympic track and field history, is planning a return to competition with the aim of reaching the 2028 Olympic Games in…

Read More
IPL 2026: ‘I haven’t played with a better spin-hitter’- Travis Head in awe of Abhishek Sharma

IPL 2026: ‘I haven’t played with a better spin-hitter’- Travis Head in awe of Abhishek Sharma

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Travis Head, and Abhishek Sharma (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) Travis Head heaped rich praise on opening partner Abhishek Sharma, calling him one of the best spin-hitters he has ever seen, after Sunrisers Hyderabad pulled off a stunning record chase against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede.The much-talked-about ‘Travishek’ duo once again lived up to its…

Read More
NMMS Kerala result 2026 declared at nmmse.kerala.gov.in: Direct link to download here

NMMS Kerala result 2026 declared at nmmse.kerala.gov.in: Direct link to download here

The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Kerala Result 2026 has been officially declared, nmmse.kerala.gov.in. Students can check their qualifying status. The answer keys have been published simultaneously on the official website. Candidates can cross-verify their responses against officially accepted answers, reducing ambiguity around evaluation. The released result document includes a comprehensive merit list featuring roll numbers…

Read More
Before Bollywood, ‘Raaka’ star Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif were here- Can you find them in this old fashion show photo? | Hindi Movie News

Before Bollywood, ‘Raaka’ star Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif were here- Can you find them in this old fashion show photo? | Hindi Movie News

A nostalgic moment resurfaced when Marc Robinson shared a vintage photograph from his modelling days, featuring a young Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif. The image, also including Sophie Choudry and Tarun Arora, captured an early phase of their careers, long before they rose to become leading stars in the Hindi film industry.The throwback photo captured…

Read More
Personality test: Boat, human book, leaking drum? The picture you choose reveals your secret desire

Personality test: Boat, human book, leaking drum? The picture you choose reveals your secret desire

Photo: The Minds Journals Some answers don’t come from overthinking, but from quietly feeling—from the soft inner voice you tend to ignore while your mind races through reasons and “shoulds.” That’s why this kind of image personality test can feel strangely accurate. When you choose a picture, you’re not working out a logical puzzle. You’re…

Read More
Reliance Retail acquires Priyanka Chopra Jonas-owned hair care brand Anomaly

Reliance Retail acquires Priyanka Chopra Jonas-owned hair care brand Anomaly

Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani with her daughter Isha Ambani Reliance Retail has acquired actor-entrepreneur Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s global haircare brand Anomaly, in a move that strengthens its push into the fast-growing beauty and personal care segment.The company, in a press release, said on Thursday that the deal gives it full ownership…

Read More
Keir Starmer: ‘Words not enough to fight antisemitism’: Netanyahu slams Starmer after Golders Green stabbing

Keir Starmer: ‘Words not enough to fight antisemitism’: Netanyahu slams Starmer after Golders Green stabbing

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sharply criticised the UK government following a suspected antisemitic stabbing attack in Golders Green, London, in which two Jewish men were seriously injured.Police say the two victims, aged in their 30s and 70s, are in stable condition.Calling for stronger measures, Netanyahu’s office said “weakness gaslights one antisemitic attack after…

Read More
Evening news wrap: SC asks Centre to consider abortion beyond 20 weeks for rape survivors; & more | India News

Evening news wrap: SC asks Centre to consider abortion beyond 20 weeks for rape survivors; & more | India News

The Supreme Court urged the Centre to consider a law change to allow abortions beyond 20 weeks for rape survivors, saying no time limit should apply in such cases. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Navy carried out the first-ever salvo launch of indigenous NASM-SR anti-ship missiles from a helicopter. Defence minister Rajnath…

Read More
When Zeenat Aman’s OLD picture with Rekha sparked Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt comparison debate

When Zeenat Aman’s OLD picture with Rekha sparked Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt comparison debate

In a nostalgic throwback moment, Zeenat Aman once shared a vintage photograph with her close friend Rekha, giving fans a glimpse into their timeless bond. The post beautifully captured their enduring friendship, one that continued effortlessly despite long gaps, reminding many of connections that remain strong even without constant communication over the years.Sharing the memory,…

Read More