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Ghaziabad family’s ‘destination wedding’ at Almora cremation ground sparks massive row ‘Not proper football’: Fans blast Piers Morgan after savage take on PSG vs Bayern epic nine-goal thriller | International Sports News Voters across four states and one Union Territory are now awaiting the exit poll results.Polling for Phase-2 in West Bengal held today across 142 constituencies.Trump once again criticised Iran’s approach to ongoing negotiations while reiterating his ‘no more Mr Nice Guy’ warning.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Ganga Expressway, the longest expressway so far in Uttar Pradesh.King Charles III used his first US visit as monarch to blend celebration of American independence with a push for strong alliances, democratic checks, and climate actionHere are the top 5 stories for the dayExit polls 2026: Focus shifts to projections as voting endsWith the final phase of assembly elections in West Bengal concluded, attention has turned to exit polls, set to be released after 6:30 pm in line with Election Commission of India guidelines. Strong voter turnout across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry has raised expectations ahead of counting on May 4, with tight contests anticipated in several regions. As per EC norms, exit polls cannot be published until 30 minutes after voting ends in the final phase. Follow live updatesBengal Elections phase 2 voting 2026 Live Updates: Mamata accuses CRPF of ‘atrocities’, casts ballot in KolkataAs polling in West Bengal concluded with Phase 2 on Wednesday, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a sharp attack on the Central Reserve Police Force after casting her vote at Mitra Institution in Bhabanipur, alleging intimidation of party workers and polling agents at booths. “The atrocities by the central forces are unprecedented. What is happening is not at all free and fair polls,” she said. Follow live updates’They better get smart soon’: Trump warns Iran to ‘get their act together’ amid stalled nuclear talksUS president Donald Trump criticised Iran’s approach to ongoing negotiations, saying the country “doesn’t know how to sign a non-nuclear deal” and warning it to “get smart soon.” “Iran can’t get their act together. They don’t know how to sign a nonnuclear deal. They better get smart soon!” Trump said through a post on Truth Social. Read full storyGanga Expressway, UP’s longest expressway, inaugurated by PM ModiGanga Expressway, the longest expressway so far in Uttar Pradesh, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The 594 kilometres long Ganga expressway is a six-lane expressway that aims to reduce the travel time between Meerut and Prayagraj to just 6 hours! Read full storyEpstein silence, subtle messaging and NATO push: Key takeaways from King Charles III’s historic US speechKing Charles III used his first US visit as monarch to mark 250 years of American independence while navigating diplomatic strains, delivering a rare address to Congress that acknowledged differences with Donald Trump’s administration but emphasised shared democratic values, strong alliances like NATO, support for Ukraine, and the urgency of climate action, all while using humour to ease tensions. Read full storyAbout 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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NEW DELHI: The Times Internet Half Marathon brought together emerging talent, with the under-29 10-kilometer category showcasing speed, ambition, and promising athletic journeys.Securing the top position was Krishna Pal, 28, who clocked an impressive chip time of 34:00. Having started his running journey in 2019, Pal shared that his interest in the sport was sparked after reading about a marathon in a newspaper. What began as curiosity soon turned into commitment, and he has been running consistently since.Currently working with Tata Power Services, Pal noted that the support from his organization has played a key role in helping him pursue his passion. Looking ahead, he aims to represent India at the Olympics. Reflecting on the event, he said that despite participating in several marathons, the experience at this edition stood out.The second position was secured by Rajesh, who finished with a chip time of 35:40, just over a minute behind the leader. Despite narrowly missing the top spot, Rajesh remained optimistic, stating that he is focused on improving and sees each race as a step forward. He added that while this may not have been his day, the experience was both positive and motivating.Third place went to Mohit Sharma, 21, who clocked a chip time of 36:19. Having taken up running four years ago during his school days, Sharma initially started the sport out of interest. It was only after being noticed for his pace that he began to take it more seriously. He went on to qualify for national-level competitions in school and is now focused on further advancing at the national level.The under-29 category reflected a blend of raw talent and growing ambition, with runners at different stages of their journeys coming together on a common platform.As the race unfolded across the capital, the category highlighted not just performance but also the aspirations driving the next generation of athletes, each step bringing them closer to their goals.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos90-Year-Old Rejects Apology, Then Court Pushes ₹20 Crore Case to 2046Ganga Expressway Inaugurated: What ₹1,500 Toll Gets You on UP’s 594-km High-Speed Corridor | PM ModiUAE Quits OPEC In Big Oil Shake-Up: What It Means For India‘Siddaramaiah Ready To Step Down As Karnataka CM If Rahul Gandhi Asks’: Ex-Minister RajannaBengal Phase 2 Polls: 142 Constituencies Vote Today, Over 3.21 Crore Voters to DecideChokepoints of Power: how India can ‘trump’ China on the seasSwati Maliwal’s Explosive Exit: Assault Allegations, ‘Betrayal’ Charges Rock AAP As She Joins BJPIndian Aviation Sector Warns Of Possible Shutdown Amid Soaring Fuel CostsUNGA Chief Hails India’s Global Role, Calls India’s Leadership Central To MultilateralismIndia To Receive Fourth Unit Of S-400 Missile Systems From Russia, To Be Deployed In Rajasthan123Photostories5 Pokémon that secretly exist in the real world“I’ve been smoking for years and I’m fine”: What doctors say about delayed damageConfused about which color to pick for your living room? 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In past elections, some have got the overall trend right, while others have been far off the final results.The last round of assembly elections across five states: Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Puducherry and West Bengal, offers a useful benchmark. Here’s what the assembly polls exit polls for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal predicted the last time:KeralaExit polls in Kerala correctly anticipated a victory for the Left Democratic Front (LDF), but underestimated its dominance. The average of polls placed the LDF at around 82 seats, while the United Democratic Front (UDF) was projected to win about 56.The final results, however, showed a much stronger performance by the LDF, which secured 99 seats—17 more than the projection. The UDF, on the other hand, managed only 41 seats, falling short by 15. Tamil NaduIn Tamil Nadu, exit polls were broadly accurate in predicting a win for the DMK-led alliance, though they slightly overestimated its scale. The average projection gave the DMK+ around 166 seats, compared to the actual 159. The AIADMK+ alliance was projected to win about 63 seats but performed better than expected with 75 seats—12 more than predicted. While the overall verdict was correctly forecast, exit polls did not fully capture the resilience of the AIADMK-led bloc.AssamAssam stood out as one of the most accurately predicted elections. Exit polls projected the BJP-led NDA to win around 71 seats, while the Congress-led alliance was expected to secure about 54.The final results were remarkably close to these estimates. The NDA won 75 seats, just four more than projected, while the opposition alliance secured 50, only slightly below expectations.PuducherryIn Puducherry, exit polls correctly predicted an NDA victory but overestimated its seat tally. The average projection gave the NDA around 21 seats, compared to the actual 16.The UPA’s performance matched predictions more closely, winning 9 seats as expected. However, the biggest gap came from independents.West BengalWest Bengal was the biggest outlier, with exit polls failing to predict both the scale and clarity of the mandate. The average of polls suggested a competitive race, projecting around 155 seats for the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and 126 for the BJP-led NDA.In reality, the TMC secured a sweeping victory with 216 seats—61 more than projected—while the NDA managed just 77 seats, falling short by 49. The Congress-led alliance was expected to win around 12 seats but ended up with just one.Taken together, the five states present a mixed picture of exit poll accuracy. While states like Assam and Tamil Nadu saw reasonably accurate forecasts in terms of overall direction, Kerala and Puducherry revealed gaps in estimating margins and seat shares. West Bengal reflected a clear miss on the mandate.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 MediaVideos90-Year-Old Rejects Apology, Then Court Pushes ₹20 Crore Case to 2046Ganga Expressway Inaugurated: What ₹1,500 Toll Gets You on UP’s 594-km High-Speed Corridor | PM ModiUAE Quits OPEC In Big Oil Shake-Up: What It Means For India‘Siddaramaiah Ready To Step Down As Karnataka CM If Rahul Gandhi Asks’: Ex-Minister RajannaBengal Phase 2 Polls: 142 Constituencies Vote Today, Over 3.21 Crore Voters to DecideChokepoints of Power: how India can ‘trump’ China on the seasSwati Maliwal’s Explosive Exit: Assault Allegations, ‘Betrayal’ Charges Rock AAP As She Joins BJPIndian Aviation Sector Warns Of Possible Shutdown Amid Soaring Fuel CostsUNGA Chief Hails India’s Global Role, Calls India’s Leadership Central To MultilateralismIndia To Receive Fourth Unit Of S-400 Missile Systems From Russia, To Be Deployed In Rajasthan123Photostories5 Pokémon that secretly exist in the real world“I’ve been smoking for years and I’m fine”: What doctors say about delayed damageConfused about which color to pick for your living room? 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