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Bhavanisagar Assembly constituency is located in Erode district of Tamil Nadu and is reserved for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste category. In 2026 assembly polls, VP Tamilselvi emerged as the winner, with 72,391 votes, beating A Bannari of AIADMK with a margin of 4,569 votes. Bannari stood second in the contest with 67,822 votes while CPI’s PL Sundaram secured 63,107 votes. The constituency forms part of the Nilgiris Lok Sabha constituency and represents a largely agrarian belt in the Kongu region. Elections here have seen contests involving the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), and the Communist Party of India (CPI), reflecting varied political influences in the constituency.Election Results 2026Vijay’s TVK party emerges as formidable force in Tamil Nadu; all you need to know about its journeyWest Bengal election results: Mamata lags behind Suvendu Adhikari after 2nd round in BhabanipurTVK pushes DMK, AIADMK to margins; BJP may oust Mamata in Bengal, retain AssamWest BengalTamil NaduKeralaAssamPuducherry PreviousBJP WONWest BengalParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats293/294Total: 294Note: Repolling for the Falta assembly constituency in West Bengal has been scheduled for May 21.L + WMajority: 148BJP0AITC0CONG0CPI(M)0OTH0TVK LEADINGTamil NaduParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats234/234Total: 234L + WMajority: 118TVK0DMK0AIADMK0CONG0BJP0OTH0UDF WONKeralaParty ViewAlliance ViewResults140/140Total: 140ResultsMajority: 71CONG0CPI(M)0IUML0CPI0BJP0OTH0BJP WONAssamParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats126/126Total: 126L + WMajority: 64BJP0CONG0AGP0AIUDF0OTH0AINRC LEADINGPuducherryParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats30/30Total: 30L + WMajority: 16AINRC0DMK0BJP0CONG0OTH0 Next12345Source: PValueIn the 2016 Assembly elections, the constituency had 2,39,778 electors, with 1,96,551 valid votes polled. AIADMK candidate S Eswaran secured victory with 83,006 votes, defeating DMK candidate R Sathya, who polled 69,902 votes. The margin of victory stood at 13,104 votes, giving the AIADMK a clear win in the constituency.Earlier, in the 2011 Assembly elections, Bhavanisagar had 1,99,502 electors, with 1,63,511 valid votes recorded. Communist Party of India (CPI) candidate P L Sundaram won the seat with 82,890 votes, defeating DMK candidate R Logeswari, who secured 63,487 votes. The winning margin stood at 19,403 votes, reflecting the influence of Left parties in the constituency during that election cycle.Historically, the seat has alternated between different parties. DMK candidate O Subramaniam won the constituency in 2006, while AIADMK’s P Chithambaram secured victory in 2001, indicating that Bhavanisagar has experienced shifting voter preferences shaped by alliance dynamics and broader political trends in Tamil Nadu.Follow the latest election results 2026, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, party-wise trends and full coverage for Tamil Nadu election results, West Bengal election results, Kerala election results, Assam election results and Puducherry election results results on Times of India.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. 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Bhavanisagar Assembly constituency is located in Erode district of Tamil Nadu and is reserved for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste category. In 2026 assembly polls, VP Tamilselvi emerged as the winner, with 72,391 votes, beating A Bannari of AIADMK with a margin of 4,569 votes. Bannari stood second in the contest with 67,822 votes while CPI’s PL Sundaram secured 63,107 votes. The constituency forms part of the Nilgiris Lok Sabha constituency and represents a largely agrarian belt in the Kongu region. Elections here have seen contests involving the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), and the Communist Party of India (CPI), reflecting varied political influences in the constituency.Election Results 2026Vijay’s TVK party emerges as formidable force in Tamil Nadu; all you need to know about its journeyWest Bengal election results: Mamata lags behind Suvendu Adhikari after 2nd round in BhabanipurTVK pushes DMK, AIADMK to margins; BJP may oust Mamata in Bengal, retain AssamWest BengalTamil NaduKeralaAssamPuducherry PreviousBJP WONWest BengalParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats293/294Total: 294Note: Repolling for the Falta assembly constituency in West Bengal has been scheduled for May 21.L + WMajority: 148BJP0AITC0CONG0CPI(M)0OTH0TVK LEADINGTamil NaduParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats234/234Total: 234L + WMajority: 118TVK0DMK0AIADMK0CONG0BJP0OTH0UDF WONKeralaParty ViewAlliance ViewResults140/140Total: 140ResultsMajority: 71CONG0CPI(M)0IUML0CPI0BJP0OTH0BJP WONAssamParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats126/126Total: 126L + WMajority: 64BJP0CONG0AGP0AIUDF0OTH0AINRC LEADINGPuducherryParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats30/30Total: 30L + WMajority: 16AINRC0DMK0BJP0CONG0OTH0 Next12345Source: PValueIn the 2016 Assembly elections, the constituency had 2,39,778 electors, with 1,96,551 valid votes polled. AIADMK candidate S Eswaran secured victory with 83,006 votes, defeating DMK candidate R Sathya, who polled 69,902 votes. The margin of victory stood at 13,104 votes, giving the AIADMK a clear win in the constituency.Earlier, in the 2011 Assembly elections, Bhavanisagar had 1,99,502 electors, with 1,63,511 valid votes recorded. Communist Party of India (CPI) candidate P L Sundaram won the seat with 82,890 votes, defeating DMK candidate R Logeswari, who secured 63,487 votes. The winning margin stood at 19,403 votes, reflecting the influence of Left parties in the constituency during that election cycle.Historically, the seat has alternated between different parties. DMK candidate O Subramaniam won the constituency in 2006, while AIADMK’s P Chithambaram secured victory in 2001, indicating that Bhavanisagar has experienced shifting voter preferences shaped by alliance dynamics and broader political trends in Tamil Nadu.Follow the latest election results 2026, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, party-wise trends and full coverage for Tamil Nadu election results, West Bengal election results, Kerala election results, Assam election results and Puducherry election results results on Times of India.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. 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Bhavanisagar Assembly constituency is located in Erode district of Tamil Nadu and is reserved for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste category. In 2026 assembly polls, VP Tamilselvi emerged as the winner, with 72,391 votes, beating A Bannari of AIADMK with a margin of 4,569 votes. Bannari stood second in the contest with 67,822 votes…

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Bankipur bypoll: Prashant Kishor declares Rs 96 crore assets; wife owns Rs 101.93 crore NEW DELHI: Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has filed his nomination for the Bankipur assembly bypoll in Bihar, declaring movable and immovable assets worth more than Rs 96 crore, according to his election affidavit.The poll strategist-turned-politician, popularly known as PK, is contesting from the BJP stronghold that fell vacant after the resignation of the party’s national president Nitin Nabin. Kishor filed his nomination papers after leading a padyatra in Patna, on Monday.According to the affidavit, Kishor has total assets worth over Rs 96 crore, including movable assets of Rs 22.19 crore and immovable assets worth Rs 73.87 crore. His wife has total declared assets of Rs 101.93 crore, comprising movable assets worth Rs 89.51 crore and immovable assets valued at Rs 12.42 crore. The affidavit also states that Kishor has Rs 65,570 in cash, while his wife has Rs 1,95,200 in cash.It further reveals that Kishor holds a 100% controlling stake in a private company, which donated Rs 85 crore to the Jan Suraaj Party and Rs 50 lakh to the Jan Suraaj Foundation during the 2024-25 financial year.As per the nomination papers, Kishor has eight pending criminal cases against him. However, the affidavit states that he has not been convicted in any criminal case.From public health to politicsBorn in Konar village in Rohtas district, Kishor completed his schooling in Buxar. His father, Shrikant Pandey, is a physician, while his mother, Sushila Pandey, is a homemaker. Before entering politics, Kishor worked on United Nations-funded public health programmes until 2011.He entered political consulting during the 2012 Gujarat assembly elections and later co-founded Citizens for Accountable Governance (CAG) in 2013 to support Narendra Modi’s campaign for the 2014 Lok Sabha elections.Kishor is credited with campaign initiatives such as “Chai Pe Charcha”, 3D rallies, Run for Unity, and Manthan, alongside extensive social media outreach during the BJP’s successful 2014 general election campaign.The Bankipur assembly bypoll will be held on July 30, while the counting of votes is scheduled for August 3.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.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. 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Bankipur bypoll: Prashant Kishor declares Rs 96 crore assets; wife owns Rs 101.93 crore NEW DELHI: Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has filed his nomination for the Bankipur assembly bypoll in Bihar, declaring movable and immovable assets worth more than Rs 96 crore, according to his election affidavit.The poll strategist-turned-politician, popularly known as PK, is contesting from the BJP stronghold that fell vacant after the resignation of the party’s national president Nitin Nabin. Kishor filed his nomination papers after leading a padyatra in Patna, on Monday.According to the affidavit, Kishor has total assets worth over Rs 96 crore, including movable assets of Rs 22.19 crore and immovable assets worth Rs 73.87 crore. His wife has total declared assets of Rs 101.93 crore, comprising movable assets worth Rs 89.51 crore and immovable assets valued at Rs 12.42 crore. The affidavit also states that Kishor has Rs 65,570 in cash, while his wife has Rs 1,95,200 in cash.It further reveals that Kishor holds a 100% controlling stake in a private company, which donated Rs 85 crore to the Jan Suraaj Party and Rs 50 lakh to the Jan Suraaj Foundation during the 2024-25 financial year.As per the nomination papers, Kishor has eight pending criminal cases against him. However, the affidavit states that he has not been convicted in any criminal case.From public health to politicsBorn in Konar village in Rohtas district, Kishor completed his schooling in Buxar. His father, Shrikant Pandey, is a physician, while his mother, Sushila Pandey, is a homemaker. Before entering politics, Kishor worked on United Nations-funded public health programmes until 2011.He entered political consulting during the 2012 Gujarat assembly elections and later co-founded Citizens for Accountable Governance (CAG) in 2013 to support Narendra Modi’s campaign for the 2014 Lok Sabha elections.Kishor is credited with campaign initiatives such as “Chai Pe Charcha”, 3D rallies, Run for Unity, and Manthan, alongside extensive social media outreach during the BJP’s successful 2014 general election campaign.The Bankipur assembly bypoll will be held on July 30, while the counting of votes is scheduled for August 3.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.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 MediaVideosOne Indian Crew Member Killed As Iranian Missiles Strike UAE Tankers In Strait Of Hormuz’I’ll Commit Suicide’: Former CEC SY Quraishi Recalls PM Manmohan Singh’s Emotional CallIndia Launches UNSC 2028-29 Bid, Unveils SHANTI Vision For Global Leadership And Reform | Watch’I Will Bow At Every Door’: Narottam Mishra Gets Emotional, Chokes Up At BJP’s Datia Bypoll Rally“Putin Pays Close Attention To PM Modi”: Poland Highlights India’s Global Power Amid Global CrisesBengal Government Backs Airport Mosque Relocation, Cites Security And Runway Expansion NeedsSuvendu Govt Replaces Mamata’s ‘Khela Hobey Divas’ With ‘Ayushman Divas’Man Claiming To Be Ex-US Navy Officer Held At India-Nepal Border Without Travel Documents’I Am Not Gandhiji’: Kerala Double Murder Convict Shows No Remorse In CourtUS Inmate Matthew Aaron VanDyke Seeks Special Diet, Cooking Permission Inside Tihar Jail123Photostories6 relationship trends that could shape love and dating in 2026–2027: What the Rahu, Ketu & Uranus transits revealKim Kardashian’s new beau Lewis Hamilton is among her ‘favourite people’: Inside the F1 star racer’s dating historyWant glass skin? 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Bankipur bypoll: Prashant Kishor declares Rs 96 crore assets; wife owns Rs 101.93 crore NEW DELHI: Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has filed his nomination for the Bankipur assembly bypoll in Bihar, declaring movable and immovable assets worth more than Rs 96 crore, according to his election affidavit.The poll strategist-turned-politician, popularly known as PK,…

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Chirag Paswan has emerged as a significant force within the NDA ahead of the Bihar elections. His party secured a substantial 29 seats in seat-sharing talks, more than any other junior ally. This success, coupled with a 100% win rate in the Lok Sabha polls, bolsters his bargaining power and positions him as a potential kingmaker in government formation. NEW DELHI: When Ram Vilas Paswan, Bihar’s legendary political “weatherman,” passed away in 2020, the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) seemed at a crossroads. His son, Chirag Paswan, stepped in to lead the party, inheriting both the mantle and the expectations of a Dalit political legacy.Since taking over, Chirag has sought to modernise the party’s image, balance traditional constituency support, and stake a claim in the larger NDA alliance. His induction into the Union cabinet added national credibility and signalled his clout within the NDA. Now, he faces another test, the 2025 Bihar assembly elections — a test of both his leadership and political strategy.Bihar Elections: NDA Announces Seat Sharing Deal; BJP, JDU Get 101 Seats Each; LJP(R) Bags 29 SeatsHowever, even before November 14, when votes are counted, Chirag has already emerged as a winner in terms of influence and positioning within the NDA alliance.The seat-sharing surpriseChirag’s negotiation skills were on full display during NDA seat-sharing talks. Engaging in multiple rounds of discussions with senior BJP and JD(U) leaders, Chirag held firm on his demands until favourable terms were agreed upon.As a result, LJP(RV) secured 29 seats, making it the largest junior ally in the NDA. As BJP and JD(U) settled for 101 seats each, other smaller allies, Jitan Ram Manjhi’s HAM and Upendra Kushwaha’s RLM, were allotted only six seats each.This elevated seat share signals Chirag’s rising clout in Bihar politics and marks him as a key player in post-election arithmetic, irrespective of the NDA’s overall performance.The bargaining powerChirag Paswan’s electoral performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls strengthened his bargaining position. LJP(RV) contested five seats in Bihar and won all five, registering a 100% success rate. The party also secured a nearly 6% statewide vote share, demonstrating that Chirag can mobilise voters beyond the party’s traditional Paswan-Dalit base.In previous assembly elections, LJP(RV) had a mixed record, but the Lok Sabha sweep has cemented Chirag’s reputation as a vote-getter. This electoral credit seems to have not only boosted his confidence during alliance talks but also forced larger NDA partners to accommodate his demands on both the number and strategic importance of constituencies.The kingmaker potentialThe BJP is probably looking at Chirag not merely as a junior partner but also as a strategic asset. With chief minister Nitish Kumar seeking a 10th term, the 29 LJP(RV) seats could prove pivotal in government formation.Chirag’s willingness to challenge, renegotiate, or even realign his party at short notice adds another layer of influence. Political insiders suggest that the LJP(RV) leader could emerge as a kingmaker, shaping both cabinet formation and NDA’s legislative strategy post-elections.Beyond caste politics – the youth factorChirag is working to transform the party’s image, positioning LJP(RV) as a pan-Bihar force rather than a purely caste-based outfit. His “Bihar First, Bihari First” campaign is emphasising on development, youth employment and governance reform.The strategy resonated with first-time voters and women, especially in urban and semi-urban pockets, who have traditionally been ambivalent about caste-based politics. If this outreach succeeds, Chirag could translate his traditional base into a broader mandate, enhancing his bargaining power in future coalition politics.With more seats than any other smaller ally, a proven track record in the Lok Sabha, negotiation leverage, kingmaker potential, and a growing voter base beyond his traditional Paswan constituency, Chirag Paswan enters the 2025 Bihar assembly elections as the biggest NDA gainer.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. 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Chirag Paswan has emerged as a significant force within the NDA ahead of the Bihar elections. His party secured a substantial 29 seats in seat-sharing talks, more than any other junior ally. This success, coupled with a 100% win rate in the Lok Sabha polls, bolsters his bargaining power and positions him as a potential kingmaker in government formation. NEW DELHI: When Ram Vilas Paswan, Bihar’s legendary political “weatherman,” passed away in 2020, the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) seemed at a crossroads. His son, Chirag Paswan, stepped in to lead the party, inheriting both the mantle and the expectations of a Dalit political legacy.Since taking over, Chirag has sought to modernise the party’s image, balance traditional constituency support, and stake a claim in the larger NDA alliance. His induction into the Union cabinet added national credibility and signalled his clout within the NDA. Now, he faces another test, the 2025 Bihar assembly elections — a test of both his leadership and political strategy.Bihar Elections: NDA Announces Seat Sharing Deal; BJP, JDU Get 101 Seats Each; LJP(R) Bags 29 SeatsHowever, even before November 14, when votes are counted, Chirag has already emerged as a winner in terms of influence and positioning within the NDA alliance.The seat-sharing surpriseChirag’s negotiation skills were on full display during NDA seat-sharing talks. Engaging in multiple rounds of discussions with senior BJP and JD(U) leaders, Chirag held firm on his demands until favourable terms were agreed upon.As a result, LJP(RV) secured 29 seats, making it the largest junior ally in the NDA. As BJP and JD(U) settled for 101 seats each, other smaller allies, Jitan Ram Manjhi’s HAM and Upendra Kushwaha’s RLM, were allotted only six seats each.This elevated seat share signals Chirag’s rising clout in Bihar politics and marks him as a key player in post-election arithmetic, irrespective of the NDA’s overall performance.The bargaining powerChirag Paswan’s electoral performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls strengthened his bargaining position. LJP(RV) contested five seats in Bihar and won all five, registering a 100% success rate. The party also secured a nearly 6% statewide vote share, demonstrating that Chirag can mobilise voters beyond the party’s traditional Paswan-Dalit base.In previous assembly elections, LJP(RV) had a mixed record, but the Lok Sabha sweep has cemented Chirag’s reputation as a vote-getter. This electoral credit seems to have not only boosted his confidence during alliance talks but also forced larger NDA partners to accommodate his demands on both the number and strategic importance of constituencies.The kingmaker potentialThe BJP is probably looking at Chirag not merely as a junior partner but also as a strategic asset. With chief minister Nitish Kumar seeking a 10th term, the 29 LJP(RV) seats could prove pivotal in government formation.Chirag’s willingness to challenge, renegotiate, or even realign his party at short notice adds another layer of influence. Political insiders suggest that the LJP(RV) leader could emerge as a kingmaker, shaping both cabinet formation and NDA’s legislative strategy post-elections.Beyond caste politics – the youth factorChirag is working to transform the party’s image, positioning LJP(RV) as a pan-Bihar force rather than a purely caste-based outfit. His “Bihar First, Bihari First” campaign is emphasising on development, youth employment and governance reform.The strategy resonated with first-time voters and women, especially in urban and semi-urban pockets, who have traditionally been ambivalent about caste-based politics. If this outreach succeeds, Chirag could translate his traditional base into a broader mandate, enhancing his bargaining power in future coalition politics.With more seats than any other smaller ally, a proven track record in the Lok Sabha, negotiation leverage, kingmaker potential, and a growing voter base beyond his traditional Paswan constituency, Chirag Paswan enters the 2025 Bihar assembly elections as the biggest NDA gainer.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 MediaVideosRajnath Singh, Yogi Adityanath Flag Off First Batch of BrahMos Missiles from Lucknow UnitShah Avoids Naming Bihar CM Face, Says Bihar CM to Be Decided by Elected MLAsPriyanka Chaturvedi Urges BCCI To Stand Against Pak-Sponsored Terror After Afghan Cricketers’ Death’Operation Sindoor Was Only A Trailer’: Rajnath Singh Issues New ‘BrahMos’ Warning To PakistanWhat About Trump?: Cong Fires Back at ‘Pravachan Baba’ Modi After PM Attacks Rahul on Maoist ProblemPM Modi Blasts Rahul Gandhi Without Naming, Accuses Congress Of Protecting Maoists Despite ViolenceViolent Protests in Dhaka Over Bangladesh’s Updated National Charter Ahead of Crucial ElectionsDonald Trump Boasts He Can Solve The Pakistan-Afghanistan War, Says ‘That’s An Easy One For Me’Trump Doubles Down on Russian Oil Bluff Despite MEA Fact-Check, Repeats India-Pak Ceasefire ClaimPak-Afghan Border Clash: Airstrike Kills 3 Afghan Cricketers, ACB and Rashid Khan Blast Islamabad123 Photostories Did you know Harvard University started under a different name? 6 surprising facts about its history and legacyMrunal Thakur’s cobalt saree look is breaking the internet7 subway-style sandwiches to make at homeDiwali 2025: Keerthy Suresh-Antony Thattil to Naga Chaitanya-Sobitha Dhulipala; South stars, who celebrate Thala DiwaliFrom Luidia superba to Luidia magnifica : 8 starfish known for their massive sizeTHIS Bollywood star gave 33 consecutive flops and still rose to the top, bagged the Padma BhushanChennai’s Madhya Kailash Set for Signal-Free Upgrade by November L-Shaped Flyover to Ease Traffic for 11,000 Vehicles Every Hour OMR–Sardar Patel Road Link to Streamline City’s Busiest Junction (In photos)Punjabi family entertainers to watch this Diwali: ‘Angrej’ to ‘Uda Aida’Mumbai–Pune Electric Corridor: First Made-in-India Electric Heavy-Duty Truck with Battery Swapping and Unlimited Range By Blue Energy Motors; Marking a Milestone Toward Future-Ready TransportFromSobhitaDhulipala, Naga Chaitanya,AadarJain to PrajaktaKoli: Stars who will celebrate their first Diwali post marriage123Hot PicksGold Silver PriceRiyadh AirBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays OctoberBank Holidays OctoberTop TrendingCardi BMega Lucario and Riolu Early in PokemonAdam SandlerCharlotte Hornets vs New York KnicksCardi B PregnancyBad BunnyDuke RoufusCarolina HurricanesLeon DraisaitlStephanie Lachances

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NEW DELHI: When Ram Vilas Paswan, Bihar’s legendary political “weatherman,” passed away in 2020, the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) seemed at a crossroads. His son, Chirag Paswan, stepped in to lead the party, inheriting both the mantle and the expectations of a Dalit political legacy.Since taking over, Chirag has sought to modernise the party’s…

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‘Aadu 3’ gears up for a March 19, 2026 release, boasting impressive pre-sales nearing Rs 6 crore, with Kerala leading ticket sales. Director Midhun Manuel Thomas reveals a two-part narrative strategy for extensive world-building. The film reunites Jayasurya with a large ensemble cast, promising an epic conclusion if audiences support it. ‘Aadu 3’ is all…

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For most people, the Southern Lights are a rare spectacle glimpsed from remote corners of the Southern Hemisphere. For astronauts orbiting hundreds of kilometres above Earth, however, the phenomenon appears from an entirely different perspective. A recent image and time-lapse captured by NASA astronaut Jessica Meir have offered the world a remarkable view of the…

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AI representational BENGALURU: “Individuals shall have the right to complete and connected streets and the right to access any place in an urban area by walk or by cycle.” Those words sound like they could have come straight from the Supreme Court’s June 19 ruling declaring that safe walking is part of the fundamental rights guaranteed under Articles 21 and 19(1)(d).They did not. They are from Section 30 of Karnataka’s draft Active Mobility Bill, prepared in Dec 2021 by the Directorate of Urban Land Transport (DULT). The irony is hard to miss. While SC has now called for a dedicated law to protect pedestrians, Karnataka has spent years sitting on one.Spread across 17 chapters and 55 sections, the draft seeks to turn safe walking and cycling from civic aspirations into statutory obligations.Putting people before vehiclesAn analysis of the draft bill shows that six chapters do the heavy lifting. New streets must come with footpaths and cycle tracks built in from the start, not retrofitted if space allows, and existing roads must be redeveloped to incorporate walking and cycling infrastructure. Drivers get a statutory duty to yield at crossings, not just a courtesy expectation.Section 4 places a duty on urban local bodies to design, construct and maintain complete and connected streets with adequate footpaths and cycle tracks. Section 5 explicitly states that streets must prioritise the movement of people over vehicles.Annual audits & inspectionsUnlike many policy documents, the draft prescribes timelines and accountability. Municipal corporations are required to prepare Comprehensive Mobility Plans within two years. Urban local bodies must conduct annual audits of infrastructure and carry out regular “walking inspections”, with physical and digital records maintained.These are specifically required to identify issues faced by women, children, senior citizens and persons with disabilities.Safer streets, funding & accountabilityThe bill proposes footpaths to be continuous, unobstructed, well-lit and accessible. It mandates kerb ramps, pedestrian refuge islands, dedicated signal phases and traffic-calming measures.Residential areas, school zones and hospital zones with high pedestrian movement are to be designated “slow streets”, with speeds capped at 20 kmph.Section 22 bars any agency or individual from erecting temporary or permanent structures on footpaths and cycle tracks, treating them as infringements on pedestrian rights. Construction works are required to provide safe detours. Motorists are prohibited from parking on footpaths.Perhaps the strongest provision is Chapter 15. It gives pedestrian and cycling infrastructure “first charge” on municipal funds — the kind of protection that matters when budgets get squeezed. The Bill also creates grievance redressal systems and empowers authorities to levy fines up to Rs 1 lakh, rising to Rs 2 lakh for repeat violations. Even govt departments can be held liable.4Yrs on, The question is whyThe SC has supplied the constitutional backing. Karnataka already has the legislative blueprint. The missing piece is political urgency. Because every year that the Bill remains in a limbo is another year in which pedestrians are forced off broken pavements, onto carriageways and into harm’s way.DULT commissioner P Manivannan, who has now been given additional charge of the agency, told TOI that he would “look into the bill” in the coming week.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRow Erupts Over US Ambassador Sergio Gor’s ‘Two Nations’ Remark After Meeting TN CM VijayCM Vijay’s First Detailed Assembly Speech: Hits Back At ‘Actor’s Party’ Jibe, Renews Anti-NEET PushTMC Leader Humiliated In Public | Shoe Garland, Sit-Ups & Eggs Thrown Amid Corruption AllegationsNSA Ajit Doval Flags Evolving Terrorism And Disruptive Technologies At BRICS MeetBengaluru NEET Controversy: Cong Says Rally Did Not Disrupt Exam, Calls BJP Charges BaselessEU Unveils Ambassadors Network In India, Seeks Stronger People-To-People LinksLucknow Fire Kills 15; SIT Formed To Probe Safety Violations, Four Accused ArrestedTMC Rift Out In Open As Rebel Camp Forms 30-Member National PanelIndians Among 13 Killed In Explosion At Ras Laffan LNG Complex In QatarStudents Jump, Rescuers Breach Walls: Inside The Lucknow Fire Tragedy That Claimed 15 Lives123Photostories7 Auspicious house names are popular among homeowners who believe in wealth, peace and prosperityChinese proverb of the day on success: ‘Be not afraid of going slowly; be afraid only of standing still’Woodworm alert: 7 signs and prevention tips every UK homeowner should knowPsychology says people who say ‘no’ more often aren’t selfish; they may have healthier emotional boundariesThis small island in Europe has more puffins than humans and feels frozen in timePsychologist reveals 5 things ‘fun dads’ do that can raise happier childrenSadhguru’s go-to summer coolers for better digestion and hydrationPsychology says people who can’t stop thinking about an ex aren’t necessarily still in love; they may be missing a version of themselvesHeatwave gardening: The right way to water your plants when temperatures soar7 Low-maintenance UK plants that attract birds, bees, and butterflies123Hot PicksIPL tradeGold rate todayCUET UG Result 2026Telangana school bandhCBSE 12th revaluationMaldivian wisdomSpanish proverbMalay proverbPortuguese proverbTop TrendingDelhi MurderUS-Iran WarKunal ShahFIFA World Cup 2026ITR filing 2026Tamil Nadu Ammonia Gas LeakNEET UG ExamGold rate todayDelhi weatherMumbai rain

AI representational BENGALURU: “Individuals shall have the right to complete and connected streets and the right to access any place in an urban area by walk or by cycle.” Those words sound like they could have come straight from the Supreme Court’s June 19 ruling declaring that safe walking is part of the fundamental rights guaranteed under Articles 21 and 19(1)(d).They did not. They are from Section 30 of Karnataka’s draft Active Mobility Bill, prepared in Dec 2021 by the Directorate of Urban Land Transport (DULT). The irony is hard to miss. While SC has now called for a dedicated law to protect pedestrians, Karnataka has spent years sitting on one.Spread across 17 chapters and 55 sections, the draft seeks to turn safe walking and cycling from civic aspirations into statutory obligations.Putting people before vehiclesAn analysis of the draft bill shows that six chapters do the heavy lifting. New streets must come with footpaths and cycle tracks built in from the start, not retrofitted if space allows, and existing roads must be redeveloped to incorporate walking and cycling infrastructure. Drivers get a statutory duty to yield at crossings, not just a courtesy expectation.Section 4 places a duty on urban local bodies to design, construct and maintain complete and connected streets with adequate footpaths and cycle tracks. Section 5 explicitly states that streets must prioritise the movement of people over vehicles.Annual audits & inspectionsUnlike many policy documents, the draft prescribes timelines and accountability. Municipal corporations are required to prepare Comprehensive Mobility Plans within two years. Urban local bodies must conduct annual audits of infrastructure and carry out regular “walking inspections”, with physical and digital records maintained.These are specifically required to identify issues faced by women, children, senior citizens and persons with disabilities.Safer streets, funding & accountabilityThe bill proposes footpaths to be continuous, unobstructed, well-lit and accessible. It mandates kerb ramps, pedestrian refuge islands, dedicated signal phases and traffic-calming measures.Residential areas, school zones and hospital zones with high pedestrian movement are to be designated “slow streets”, with speeds capped at 20 kmph.Section 22 bars any agency or individual from erecting temporary or permanent structures on footpaths and cycle tracks, treating them as infringements on pedestrian rights. Construction works are required to provide safe detours. Motorists are prohibited from parking on footpaths.Perhaps the strongest provision is Chapter 15. It gives pedestrian and cycling infrastructure “first charge” on municipal funds — the kind of protection that matters when budgets get squeezed. The Bill also creates grievance redressal systems and empowers authorities to levy fines up to Rs 1 lakh, rising to Rs 2 lakh for repeat violations. Even govt departments can be held liable.4Yrs on, The question is whyThe SC has supplied the constitutional backing. Karnataka already has the legislative blueprint. The missing piece is political urgency. Because every year that the Bill remains in a limbo is another year in which pedestrians are forced off broken pavements, onto carriageways and into harm’s way.DULT commissioner P Manivannan, who has now been given additional charge of the agency, told TOI that he would “look into the bill” in the coming week.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRow Erupts Over US Ambassador Sergio Gor’s ‘Two Nations’ Remark After Meeting TN CM VijayCM Vijay’s First Detailed Assembly Speech: Hits Back At ‘Actor’s Party’ Jibe, Renews Anti-NEET PushTMC Leader Humiliated In Public | Shoe Garland, Sit-Ups & Eggs Thrown Amid Corruption AllegationsNSA Ajit Doval Flags Evolving Terrorism And Disruptive Technologies At BRICS MeetBengaluru NEET Controversy: Cong Says Rally Did Not Disrupt Exam, Calls BJP Charges BaselessEU Unveils Ambassadors Network In India, Seeks Stronger People-To-People LinksLucknow Fire Kills 15; SIT Formed To Probe Safety Violations, Four Accused ArrestedTMC Rift Out In Open As Rebel Camp Forms 30-Member National PanelIndians Among 13 Killed In Explosion At Ras Laffan LNG Complex In QatarStudents Jump, Rescuers Breach Walls: Inside The Lucknow Fire Tragedy That Claimed 15 Lives123Photostories7 Auspicious house names are popular among homeowners who believe in wealth, peace and prosperityChinese proverb of the day on success: ‘Be not afraid of going slowly; be afraid only of standing still’Woodworm alert: 7 signs and prevention tips every UK homeowner should knowPsychology says people who say ‘no’ more often aren’t selfish; they may have healthier emotional boundariesThis small island in Europe has more puffins than humans and feels frozen in timePsychologist reveals 5 things ‘fun dads’ do that can raise happier childrenSadhguru’s go-to summer coolers for better digestion and hydrationPsychology says people who can’t stop thinking about an ex aren’t necessarily still in love; they may be missing a version of themselvesHeatwave gardening: The right way to water your plants when temperatures soar7 Low-maintenance UK plants that attract birds, bees, and butterflies123Hot PicksIPL tradeGold rate todayCUET UG Result 2026Telangana school bandhCBSE 12th revaluationMaldivian wisdomSpanish proverbMalay proverbPortuguese proverbTop TrendingDelhi MurderUS-Iran WarKunal ShahFIFA World Cup 2026ITR filing 2026Tamil Nadu Ammonia Gas LeakNEET UG ExamGold rate todayDelhi weatherMumbai rain

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BENGALURU: “Individuals shall have the right to complete and connected streets and the right to access any place in an urban area by walk or by cycle.” Those words sound like they could have come straight from the Supreme Court’s June 19 ruling declaring that safe walking is part of the fundamental rights guaranteed under…

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‘Dhurandhar 2’ runtime and rating leak: Fake censor certificate goes VIRAL ahead of March 19 release – Reports

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Excitement and confusion collide as buzz grows for Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge.’ A recently leaked CBFC certificate is causing a stir, as it actually relates to the original film’s TV release instead of the sequel. With filming still in progress and no submission for certification yet, fans are left in the dark. Ranveer Singh’s…

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British politician Andy Burnham, likely to be the next prime minister of the UK, has condemned what police described as an alleged right-wing terror threat targeting an Islamic gathering in Suffolk, saying hatred against Muslims has “no place” in the UK.In a post on X, Burnham wrote: “This is appalling. Hatred against Muslims has no…

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(Image Credits: Pinterest) Picture it. It’s 7:00 AM on Eid-ul-Adha. You’re somehow already sweating. The house smells incredibly rich. It is a heavy, delicious mix of expensive attar, frying onions, and the sheer khurma your mom has been fiercely guarding since last night. Someone in the other room is frantically tearing through drawers looking for…

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Photo credit: The Federal In the quiet by-lanes of Hukkeri, a small town hugging the Karnataka-Maharashtra border in Belagavi district, something profoundly beautiful unfolded on February 8, 2026 – a wedding that warmed hearts far beyond its simple rituals. It wasn’t just a celebration of love between Somashekar Pujeri and his bride, Poonam. It was…

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A chance discovery in Poland in 1933 revealed a prehistoric settlement. This ancient site, preserved for over two thousand years, showcased advanced urban planning and engineering. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons Historical narratives at their very best rarely originate within the controlled confines of a lab or museum. Often, they occur purely by chance and the…

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