VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Cambridge Teacher Awards 2026: Indian educator wins South Asia regional title- see full list of winners Thalapathy Vijay consoles emotional Jiiva at R. B. Choudary’s funeral: Viral video moves fans 4 smart ideas to reuse and turn your old glasses into stylish wall decor in minutes Fake number plate, Glock 47X pistols, and point-blank shots: Chilling details emerge in Suvendu Adhikari aide’s killing . NEW DELHI: Shrinking space for Muslim legislators is emerging as one of the sharpest political markers of the the post-2014 era, as BJP’s expanding footprint and the opposition’s changing ticket distribution strategy have together pushed minority representation down in assemblies. Data shows the number of Muslim MLAs in the country has fallen from 339 in 2013 to 282 now.The decline has been steepest in states that matter most electorally. Uttar Pradesh, where Muslims account for nearly 19% of the population, now has 31 Muslim MLAs in the 403-member House, down from 63. West Bengal has seen the number fall from 59 to 37, while the figure for Bihar has dropped from 19 to 11 and for Rajasthan from 11 to 6.While this is not only about BJP, its nationwide rise has changed the incentive structure for elections. In many states, the party has won large mandates with very little Muslim candidature, pushing rivals to balance minority representation with broader caste and community arithmetic. In Bengal and Assam (where BJP contested 90 seats and won 82), BJP did not field any Muslim candidate this time, unlike in 2021 when in Bengal it had fielded nine and in Assam, eight. The Assam BJP dissolved its minority cell soon after all its Muslim candidates lost. Nationally, BJP has only two Muslim MLAs — Achab Uddin from Manipur and Tafajjal Hossain from Tripura.The gap is stark. In Bengal, Muslims constitute about 27% of the population but now account for only 12.6% of MLAs. In Bihar, they are nearly 17% of population but hold about 4.5% seats. In Assam, where Muslims comprise over a third of the population, their assembly share is roughly 17%. Maharashtra and Karnataka have Muslim MLA shares of only 3-4%, despite Muslim population shares of above 10%.Congress has the highest number of Muslim MLAs at 61, followed by National Conference with 39, and Trinamool and Samajwadi Party with 34 each. Kerala, Jammu and Kashmir and Tamil Nadu remain among the better represented spaces.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. Through his 2,500 articles and related outlets, he has emerged as a trusted voice in national discourse, particularly in linking education reform to broader societal change.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosOperation Sindoor Anniversary: Rajnath Singh Salutes Courage And Synergy of Armed ForcesHamirpur boat accident: Search underway for 6 missing in Yamuna River‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China123PhotostoriesWhat attracts snakes to your home and garden6 things kids should know about love, boundaries and respect before growing up4 smart ideas to reuse and turn your old glasses into stylish wall decor in minutes10 adorable baby boy names starting with letter AKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsContainer gardening UK: 7 best vegetables to grow in pots at home (and how to care for them)From Karan Johar to Dwayne Johnson: How Manish Malhotra quietly took over the Met Gala 2026’s fashion carpetMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? 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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday updated his official X profile picture to commemorate the first anniversary of “Operation Sindoor.”In a post on X, PM Modi also said, “A year ago, our armed forces displayed unparalleled courage, precision and resolve during #OperationSindoor. They gave a fitting response to those who dared to attack innocent Indians at Pahalgam. The entire nation salutes our forces for their valour.””Today, a year later, we remain as steadfast as ever in our resolve to defeat terrorism and destroy its enabling ecosystem,” he added.Also read | PM Modi says Operation Sindoor ‘fitting response to those who dared to attack innocent Indians at Pahalgam’Several senior leaders, including external affairs minister S Jaishankar, Union home minister Amit Shah, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, foreign secretary Vikram Misri and BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya also updated their profile pictures.The updated profile pictures prominently referenced “Operation Sindoor,” signalling remembrance of the operation and its significance for India.Meanwhile, defence minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute to the valour and sacrifices of the Indian armed forces.Operation Sindoor was launched after the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, prompting a strong military response from India. On May 7, 2025, Indian armed forces carried out strikes on terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). During the operation, India destroyed nine major terror launchpads linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed and Hizbul Mujahideen.Indian armed forces killed over 100 terrorists during the operation.Pakistan responded with drone attacks and shelling, leading to a four-day conflict between the two neighbouring countries. India carried out retaliatory strikes and destroyed radar installations in Lahore and radar facilities near Gurjanwala.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 MediaVideosOperation Sindoor Anniversary: Rajnath Singh Salutes Courage And Synergy of Armed ForcesHamirpur boat accident: Search underway for 6 missing in Yamuna River‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China123Photostories4 smart ideas to reuse and turn your old glasses into stylish wall decor in minutes10 adorable baby boy names starting with letter AKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsContainer gardening UK: 7 best vegetables to grow in pots at home (and how to care for them)From Karan Johar to Dwayne Johnson: How Manish Malhotra quietly took over the Met Gala 2026’s fashion carpetMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? 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NEW DELHI: Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes are not seen by BJP’s rivals as its most avid supporters but it is these disadvantaged communities which played a key role in its landslide victories in West Bengal and Assam, as it has reaped even a bigger harvest in reserved seats in the two states than its overall impressive strike rate.In Bengal, BJP bagged all 16 seats reserved for STs, primarily in north Bengal and Junglemahal, the two regions that gave the party its first foothold in the state and have now become its citadel.In 68 constituencies reserved for SCs, BJP won 51, exactly 75%, reducing TMC to 57 as Dalits, which include Matuas, rallied behind the party like never before.If BJP’s surge to 207 seats in the 294-member assembly (one seat will go to repoll) from 77 in 2021 marks a huge broadening of support, its dominant show in reserved seats stands out for the deep roots it has made among these communities.That Matuas despite their misgivings about SIR and TMC’s intense attempts to woo them, stayed solidly with BJP highlights their trust in the party, its functionaries said.In Assam, things went even better for the party. With BJP stitching a broad alliance to appeal to different ethnic groups in a state full of diverse identities, which have been at times a source of fracture, it succeeded in annihilating its main rival Congress.BJP won five and its allies three of nine seats reserved for SCs, with Congress getting one. In 19 seats allocated to STs, BJP won 13 and its two allies BPF and AGO the rest as Congress drew a blank.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China‘Shortage Of Funds’: Akhilesh Yadav Reveals Why SP Ended Contract With I-PAC Ahead Of UP PollsTeesta Issue Explained: Can Bengal Result Unlock Deal As China Factor Raises Stakes123Photostories10 adorable baby boy names starting with letter AKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsContainer gardening UK: 7 best vegetables to grow in pots at home (and how to care for them)From Karan Johar to Dwayne Johnson: How Manish Malhotra quietly took over the Met Gala 2026’s fashion carpetMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? 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Varun Manian: Trisha Krishnan called off her wedding with Varun Manian for this reason and the internet is talking about it again Who was Chandranath Rath: The air force veteran who became Suvendu Adhikari’s closest political aide NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, saying that the military action on Pakistan reflected “India’s firm response against terrorism and an unwavering commitment to safeguarding national security.”In a social media post on X, PM Modi said that the armed forces displayed unparalleled courage, precision and resolve, and gave a fitting response to those who dared to attack innocent Indians in Pahalgam. “A year ago, our armed forces displayed unparalleled courage, precision and resolve during #OperationSindoor. They gave a fitting response to those who dared to attack innocent Indians in Pahalgam. The entire nation salutes our forces for their valour,” PM Modi said.“Operation Sindoor reflected India’s firm response against terrorism and an unwavering commitment to safeguarding national security. It also highlighted the professionalism, preparedness and coordinated strength of our armed forces. At the same time, it showcased the growing jointness among our forces and underlined the strength that India’s quest for self-reliance in the defence sector has brought to our national security. Today, a year later, we remain as steadfast as ever in our resolve to defeat terrorism and destroy its enabling ecosystem,” he added.Read Also | One year of Operation Sindoor: A look back at mission that shook the status quoEarlier in the day, PM Modi and several senior leaders, including External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, updated their official X profile pictures to commemorate the first anniversary of “Operation Sindoor.”The updated profile pictures prominently referenced “Operation Sindoor,” signalling remembrance of the operation and its significance for India.On May 7, 2025, the Indian armed forces carried out strikes on terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK).During the operation, India destroyed nine major terror launchpads linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed and Hizbul Mujahideen.The Indian armed forces killed over 100 terrorists during the operation.Pakistan responded with drone attacks and shelling, leading to a four-day conflict between the two neighbouring countries. India carried out retaliatory strikes and destroyed radar installations in Lahore and radar facilities near Gujranwala.Following heavy damage, Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) contacted the Indian DGMO, and both sides agreed to a ceasefire on May 10, bringing an end to the hostilities.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 MediaVideosOperation Sindoor Anniversary: Rajnath Singh Salutes Courage And Synergy of Armed ForcesHamirpur boat accident: Search underway for 6 missing in Yamuna River‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China123Photostories10 adorable baby boy names starting with letter AKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsContainer gardening UK: 7 best vegetables to grow in pots at home (and how to care for them)From Karan Johar to Dwayne Johnson: How Manish Malhotra quietly took over the Met Gala 2026’s fashion carpetMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? 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NEW DELHI: NCRB’s ‘Crime In India’ report brings into focus a worrying trend, with 34,878 cases being registered against juveniles during 2024, marking an increase of 11.2% over 2023 (31,365 cases).A total of 42,633 juveniles were apprehended in 34,878 cases, out of which 34,648 juveniles were apprehended under cases of IPC and BNS.The majority of juveniles in conflict with law who were apprehended were in the age group of 16 years to 18 years (77.7%) (33,129 out of 42,633) during 2024.As far as education qualifications go, 2,857 were illiterate, 8,989 juveniles had studied up to primary level, 21,068 had education levels between primary to matriculation, and 8,301 had education above matric to higher secondary.Data on background with regard to living arrangements showed that most juveniles in conflict with law were living with parents (36,905). As many as 3,516 juveniles lived with guardians and 2,216 were homeless.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China‘Shortage Of Funds’: Akhilesh Yadav Reveals Why SP Ended Contract With I-PAC Ahead Of UP PollsTeesta Issue Explained: Can Bengal Result Unlock Deal As China Factor Raises Stakes123Photostories10 adorable baby boy names starting with letter AKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsContainer gardening UK: 7 best vegetables to grow in pots at home (and how to care for them)From Karan Johar to Dwayne Johnson: How Manish Malhotra quietly took over the Met Gala 2026’s fashion carpetMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? 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The advocates were referring to the CEC and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023, which excludes the CJI from the appointment panel.The bench, however, said that the 2023 verdict pointed out that its order was to be followed till the law is framed and added how could the court now interfere after the law has been passed. The lawyers, however, contended that the ratio of the judgment cannot be undone by Parliament.Hansaria also submitted that the role of Election Commission has come under criticism and said it was unfortunate that slogan shouting was being done by political parties on a public platform. Solicitor general Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, however, countered him and said that if abusive language is used against a judge, then should that mean the collegium system for the appointment of judges needs to be changed.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China‘Shortage Of Funds’: Akhilesh Yadav Reveals Why SP Ended Contract With I-PAC Ahead Of UP PollsTeesta Issue Explained: Can Bengal Result Unlock Deal As China Factor Raises Stakes123Photostories10 adorable baby boy names starting with letter AKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsContainer gardening UK: 7 best vegetables to grow in pots at home (and how to care for them)From Karan Johar to Dwayne Johnson: How Manish Malhotra quietly took over the Met Gala 2026’s fashion carpetMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? 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According to the party, he was declared dead by doctors on arrival.“The victim was brought dead with two bullet injuries to his chest, which pierced his heart, and another bullet hit his abdominal area. There was no opportunity to resuscitate him,” a doctor said.As news of the killing spread, hundreds of BJP supporters gathered outside the hospital, shouting slogans against the ruling TMC and demanding the immediate arrest of those behind the attack.‘Assailants wanted to deliver a political message’The atmosphere outside the medical facility turned emotionally charged as senior BJP leaders, newly elected MLAs and party workers rushed there through the night.A heavy police contingent was deployed outside the hospital and along Jessore Road to prevent any untoward incident.Supporters broke down in tears, while party workers accused the ruling dispensation of unleashing “terror” after the assembly election results.Adhikari also arrived at the hospital around midnight.State BJP president Samik Bhattacharya alleged that the incident was a planned and targeted attack and that the assailants wanted to deliver a political message.“This wasn’t unexpected. We do not know how much further TMC’s culture of violence will stoop. This is evidence of the total criminalisation of politics now prevailing in Bengal. This was a planned and targeted attack. By killing the PA of the outgoing leader of opposition, the assailants wanted to deliver a political message,” Bhattacharya said.“People should take to the streets to protest this and stop this never-ending violence. We will take firm steps in accordance with the law after our government assumes power,” he added.BJP leader and MLA-elect Kaustav Bagchi said that Rath’s body will not be cremated until the criminals are identified.“This was a targeted attack. The assailants followed Rath’s car for a long time before pumping him with bullets. This is the handiwork of Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee. We will not rest until the criminals are identified. We will not cremate the body till then.”“We have been preaching peace, but TMC has made the biggest blunder,” newly elected BJP MLA Tarunjyoti Tewari said.TMC demands CBI probeMeanwhile, the Trinamool Congress also condemned Rath’s killing.“We strongly condemn the brutal murder of Chandranath Rath in Madhyamgram tonight, along with the killing of three other TMC workers in incidents of post-poll violence allegedly carried out by BJP-backed miscreants over the last three days, despite the Model Code of Conduct being in force,” the party said in a statement.“We demand the strongest possible action in this matter, including a court-monitored CBI probe so that those responsible are identified and brought to justice without delay,” it said.Wider political conspiracyDGP Siddhnath Gupta, who visited the hospital, said the police had recovered used cartridges from the crime scene.“The small car, which was also used in the crime, has been seized. The registration number of the vehicle appears to be from the Siliguri Regional Transport Office, but our initial impression is that the number plate may have been tampered with,” he said.Barasat police district SP Pushpa said efforts were under way to identify the assailants, examine CCTV footage from nearby areas and ascertain the motive behind the attack.Meanwhile, investigators were also trying to ascertain whether Rath was specifically targeted because of his proximity to Adhikari or whether the attack was part of a wider political conspiracy.According to news agency PTI, forensic teams collected samples from the vehicle while investigators scanned nearby surveillance footage late Wednesday to reconstruct the sequence of events.Who was Chandranath Rath?According to PTI, Rath, a former Indian Air Force personnel who later took up the job as the BJP leader’s assistant, played a crucial role in Adhikari’s campaigns in the Bhabanipur constituency, where the BJP leader triumphed over former chief minister and TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee.Rath formally became part of Adhikari’s official team around 2019, when the latter was serving as a minister in the Mamata Banerjee government.He initially handled responsibilities linked to Adhikari’s ministerial office and later continued in a similar role after Adhikari crossed over to the saffron camp.Over the years, Rath emerged as a key backroom figure in Adhikari’s political operations, coordinating organisational work, managing logistics and maintaining communication with party workers.BJP insiders described him as someone who enjoyed Adhikari’s complete confidence and was often involved in sensitive assignments linked to campaign management and political coordination.He was also part of the core team during several high-voltage political battles, including the BJP’s Bhabanipur campaign.Within sections of the BJP organisation, there had even been speculation that Rath could be entrusted with a larger administrative responsibility if Adhikari assumed a bigger role in government after the assembly polls.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosHamirpur boat accident: Search underway for 6 missing in Yamuna River‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China‘Shortage Of Funds’: Akhilesh Yadav Reveals Why SP Ended Contract With I-PAC Ahead Of UP Polls123Photostories10 adorable baby boy names starting with letter AKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsContainer gardening UK: 7 best vegetables to grow in pots at home (and how to care for them)From Karan Johar to Dwayne Johnson: How Manish Malhotra quietly took over the Met Gala 2026’s fashion carpetMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? 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Such facilities provide the infrastructure necessary for R&D in nuclear science, material testing and emergency response training.This helps bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical training for responding to unconventional threats.The centre is part of upcoming CBRN centre of excellence under Institute of Nuclear Medicine & Allied Sciences (INMAS) and dedicated to effective training of responders from defence ministry, home ministry, NDMA and various other agencies involved in CBRN exigencies preparedness and crisis response.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China‘Shortage Of Funds’: Akhilesh Yadav Reveals Why SP Ended Contract With I-PAC Ahead Of UP PollsTeesta Issue Explained: Can Bengal Result Unlock Deal As China Factor Raises Stakes123Photostories10 adorable baby boy names starting with letter AKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsContainer gardening UK: 7 best vegetables to grow in pots at home (and how to care for them)From Karan Johar to Dwayne Johnson: How Manish Malhotra quietly took over the Met Gala 2026’s fashion carpetMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? 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Rubio said the US deeply values its growing partnership with India and is excited to build even stronger ties that will benefit both nations and the world.Rubio is likely to arrive in Delhi on May 24 for a two-day visit. Apart from a bilateral with his counterpart S Jaishankar, he is also expected to participate in a meeting of the Quad foreign ministers. This will be his first visit to India since assuming office last year.Gor said on X President Trump’s leadership investment is flowing back to the US at record levels, and Indian firms plan to invest $20.5 billion in tech, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals among other sectors. This includes 12 Indian firms that announced $1.1 billion in investments Wednesday. These partnerships are creating American jobs and building stronger supply chains, he said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China‘Shortage Of Funds’: Akhilesh Yadav Reveals Why SP Ended Contract With I-PAC Ahead Of UP PollsTeesta Issue Explained: Can Bengal Result Unlock Deal As China Factor Raises Stakes123Photostories10 adorable baby boy names starting with letter AKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsContainer gardening UK: 7 best vegetables to grow in pots at home (and how to care for them)From Karan Johar to Dwayne Johnson: How Manish Malhotra quietly took over the Met Gala 2026’s fashion carpetMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? Why your fridge may be ruining their taste, nutrition, and shelf life10 subtle body language cues that reveal your true feelingsVisa hacks 2026: What smart Indian travellers are doing differently this yearComfort foods that are the quiet healers of your body (health benefits inside)123Hot PicksGSEB 10th Result 2026Delhi traffic advisoryDelhi rainPune child rape-murder casePerambur election resultIndia-New Zealand FTASugarcane price hikeTop TrendingNFL Trade RumorsIPL 2026 Orange CapCBSE Class 10 admit card 2026IPL Playoff Qualification ScenariosIPL 2026 Points TableMI IPL Playoff Qualification ScenariosJalandhar BlastNEET 2026: Exam-day guideGSEB Class 10th result 2026TVK Chief Vijay Matthew Perry’s ‘Friends’ scripts, Batman watch and other personal items head to auction for addiction recovery charity . NEW DELHI: Poll results show Congress saw a notable number of Muslim candidates register victory in the assembly elections, with 18 out of 19 party MLAs in Assam being Muslims. Kerala’s victorious UDF has 30 Muslim MLAs, with eight from Congress and the rest (22) from its ally IUML. The two winning Congress candidates in Bengal are both Muslims. In Tamil Nadu, one Muslim candidate from Congress won, report Manash Pratim Gohain & Ambika Pandit .Assam results show the opposition’s limited success in the state was concentrated in Muslim-majority regions, with 22 of its winning candidates belonging to the community and most victories coming on seats with high Muslim population.The demographic pattern is clear. Among 22 seats with Muslim MLAs, five have 90% Muslim population, six have over 80% and eight have60%.In Kerala, of the 35 Muslim MLAs, 30 are from Congressled-UDF. The party’s eight Muslim MLAs are from Nilambur, Ponnani, Kalpetta, Aluva, Aroor, Kochi Chadayamangalam, Vamanapuram. The demography as per Census 2011 of some seats from where the candidates won shows they are Muslim dominated or have a substantial Muslim population.The two seats it won in Bengal too have high Muslim population— Farakka and Raninagar, with 67% and 80%.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. Through his 2,500 articles and related outlets, he has emerged as a trusted voice in national discourse, particularly in linking education reform to broader societal change.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Congress Will Be Wiped Out Everywhere’: DMK Warns Cong Over Support To Vijay’s TVK2 Dead, 200+ FIRs, 433 Arrested, Over 1100 Detained In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal‘Asked Me To Pay Rs 5 Crore’: Ex-Cricketer Makes Shocking Claim On TMC After Bengal PollsPakistan Navy Helps Stranded Indian Ship In Arabian Sea After Distress Call: ReportTVK Emerges Largest, But Vijay Needs Critical Backing To Form Govt; Will He Succeed?Election Commission Blocks 68 Lakh Cyber Attacks; ECINET Handles Record Traffic on Counting Day‘Directly Promoting ISI Narrative’: BJP Slams Bhagwant Mann’s Remark On Punjab BlastsIndia–Vietnam Upgrade Ties | $25 Billion Trade Push, UPI Link & Big Strategic Signal to China‘Shortage Of Funds’: Akhilesh Yadav Reveals Why SP Ended Contract With I-PAC Ahead Of UP PollsTeesta Issue Explained: Can Bengal Result Unlock Deal As China Factor Raises Stakes123Photostories10 adorable baby boy names starting with letter AKL Rahul’s Bangalore home is a crores-worth luxury retreat built on cricket success and strong family rootsContainer gardening UK: 7 best vegetables to grow in pots at home (and how to care for them)From Karan Johar to Dwayne Johnson: How Manish Malhotra quietly took over the Met Gala 2026’s fashion carpetMorning affirmation at 5 am: Start your day with clarity and calmHow to make Oats, Besan, and Chaach Chilla for a light summer breakfastAre you storing fruits all wrong? 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