VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PMK’s Ganeshkumar A emerges victorious, securing 78201 votes, against DMK’s Gingee Masthan K S, by a margin of 12645 votes.The Gingee constituency witnessed a high-stakes electoral battle in the 2026 Assembly elections. The DMK re-nominated senior leader KS Masthan, seeking to capitalise on his deep local roots and ministerial record. He faced a rigorous challenge from the PMK candidate, A Ganeshkumar (AIADMK-led alliance), while the entry of B Chandrasekaran of the TVK and Sugumar AP of the NTK added a fresh layer of competition. In the 2021 election, KS Masthan (DMK) secured victory with 1,09,625 votes (53.58% vote share), defeating P Rajendiran (PMK) by a margin of 35,803 votes. 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 AssamIn the 2016 election, KS Masthan (DMK) won with 88,440 votes (43.99% vote share), defeating AIADMK candidate A Govindasamy by 22,057 votes. Voter turnout reached 88.38%, a notable increase from the 78.45% recorded in 2021. This hike is largely attributed to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive, which significantly boosted participation among first-time voters and rural labourers through updated electoral rolls. Gingee (Assembly constituency No. 70) is a general segment in the Villuppuram district, famous for its historic fort. Its political landscape is shaped by the needs of the agricultural community and the local service sector. The 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections were held in a single phase on April 23, recording a high voter turnout of 85.15%, with results declared on May 4. The polls witnessed an intense three-way contest that challenged the state’s traditional bipolar political structure. The electoral battle was primarily between the DMK-led alliance, including the INC and other parties, headed by MK Stalin and the AIADMK-led alliance, headed by Edappadi K Palaniswami, along with the BJP and other parties. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), marking actor Vijay’s political debut as a third force across all 234 constituencies.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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He defeated BJP candidate Kushal Dowari by a decisive margin of 17272 votes.BJP’s Kushal Dowari was in contest with Rajjor Dal’s Akhil Gogoi, which is in alliance with Congress, for the constituency of Sibsagar in the 2026 assembly elections.There were a total of 209976 registered voters on the electoral rolls for the 2026 Assembly election in Sibsagar Assembly constituency, of whom 103484 were male, 106491 female and 1 belonged to the third gender.Exit polls released on Wednesday evening for the high-stakes Assam battle indicate a clear majority for the incumbent Himanta Biswa Sarma-led government, with most pollsters favouring the BJP to secure a third consecutive term in the tea-producing state.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 AssamSibsagar Assembly constituency is a general (unreserved) seat located in Sivasagar district of Assam. It is one of the 10 Assembly segments under the Jorhat Parliamentary constituency.In the 2021 Assam Assembly elections, the constituency had 1,52,087 registered voters, with 1,24,219 valid votes cast. Independent candidate Akhil Gogoi won the seat with 57,219 votes. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Surabhi Rajkonwari finished second with 45,344 votes, losing by a margin of 11,875 votes.In the 2016 Assembly elections, Sibsagar had 1,38,397 electors, with 1,13,331 valid votes recorded. Congress candidate Pranab Kumar Gogoi won the seat with 48,584 votes, defeating BJP candidate Surabhi Rajkonwar, who secured 48,042 votes. The victory margin was 542 votes.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. 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 MediaVideosPunjab Showdown: AAP MLAs Head to President Over Rajya Sabha RowIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC Appearance123PhotostoriesBad Bunny to Colman Domingo: Met Gala 2026 best-dressed menBeautiful plants you can grow without soil10 popular and unique baby boy names with letter JKaran Johar’s Met Gala debut is pure drama and deeply rooted in Indian artMorning affirmation at 5 am: This is what your mind needs to hearFrom Tomatoes to Beetroot: 7 red foods that protect our heart every dayKhatron Ke Khiladi 15 confirmed contestants list: Gaurav Khanna, Rubina Dilaik, Orry join Rohit Shetty showApple vs. Banana: Which has more nutrition and should be consumed daily and whySleeping late vs waking early: What your body prefers, the answer might surprise youKim Kardashian to Katy Perry: Worst Met Gala dresses ever that sparked major criticism123Hot PicksBarrackpore election resultTiruchirappalli election resultMettupalayam election resultsEttumanoor election resultPerambur election resultBagnan election resultKazhakkoottam election resultTop TrendingWest Bengal Assembly Election ResultsAssam Assembly Election ResultsTamil Nadu Assembly Election ResultsKerala Assembly Election ResultsPuducherry Assembly Election ResultsBhabanipur election results 2026West Bengal Election Results 2026NEET 2026: Exam-day guideHPBose 12th ResultTVK Chief Vijay Top stocks to buy or sell today: Stock market recommendations for May 5, 2026 – check list JEE Advanced 2026 registration last date extended to May 5: Eligibility, fees, exam date — full details ‘Mohiniyattam’ actor Santhosh Nair passes away in road accident; Suffers heart attack during treatment NFL Trade Rumors: Washington Commanders and Las Vegas Raiders could target a $43 million former Dallas Cowboys cornerback NEW DELHI: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Tuesday accused the BJP of “crossing all limits” after claiming that one of its party offices in Siliguri was set on fire, sharing a video of the alleged incident on social media. The party said the act reflected a “thirst for destruction.” The allegation comes against the backdrop of multiple reported attacks on TMC offices across West Bengal as the 2026 Assembly election results reshape the state’s political landscape.In Asansol’s Godhuli area, a TMC office was allegedly vandalised on Monday, with furniture destroyed and flags, posters and banners torn down. Earlier in the day, another office in Dumurjala in Howrah was also targeted, with visuals showing broken windows, scattered furniture and party flags thrown onto the road. 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 AssamThese mark at least the second and third such incidents reported within hours.Tensions have also spilled over into direct confrontations. In Cooch Behar, Bishu Dhar, TMC president of Dinhata Town Block, was allegedly attacked outside a counting centre. “We are members of the Trinamool Congress. We move forward with courage. I knew they would attack me, yet I still walked in. This is the culture of the BJP,” he said.The violence has unfolded as the BJP registers a sweeping victory in the state, winning 206 of 294 seats, according to the Election Commission of India. The TMC secured around 80 seats, marking a dramatic reversal of fortunes for the party led by Mamata Banerjee.In a major symbolic blow, Banerjee lost her Bhabanipur seat to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari by over 15,000 votes. Adhikari also retained Nandigram, winning by 9,665 votes. Speaking after his victory, he credited “the Hindu people of Nandigram” and launched a scathing attack on the TMC, claiming the party would be “finished within 24 hours”.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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The DMK fielded Mahalakshmi Govarthanan, aiming to flip the seat after a narrow miss in the previous cycle. She faced L. Jayasudha of the AIADMK, who campaigned to maintain the party’s ten-year winning streak in this segment. The political landscape was further shaped by A. Venkatesan Kumar of the TVK. In the 2021 election, Sevvoor S. Ramachandran (AIADMK) narrowly secured victory with 102,961 votes (46.86% vote share), defeating S. 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 AssamS. Anbalagan (DMK), who polled 99,833 votes (45.43% vote share), by a slim margin of 3,128 votes. In the 2016 election, Sevvoor S. Ramachandran (AIADMK) won with 94,074 votes (44.89% vote share), defeating DMK’s S. Babu by 7,327 votes. Voter turnout reached 89.23%, a notable increase from 79.59% in 2021. This hike is largely attributed to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive. Arani (Assembly constituency No. 67) is globally renowned as a major hub for silk sari production. Located in the Tiruvannamalai district, its economy is deeply tied to weaving and agriculture. As a general category seat with a highly active electorate, it serves as a vital indicator of the political mood among both the industrial workforce and the rural agrarian population in northern Tamil Nadu. The 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections were held in a single phase on April 23, recording a high voter turnout of 85.15%, with results declared on May 4. The polls witnessed an intense three-way contest that challenged the state’s traditional bipolar political structure. The electoral battle was primarily between the DMK-led alliance, including the INC and other parties, headed by MK Stalin and the AIADMK-led alliance, headed by Edappadi K Palaniswami, along with the BJP and other parties. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), marking actor Vijay’s political debut as a third force across all 234 constituencies.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. 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 MediaVideosPunjab Showdown: AAP MLAs Head to President Over Rajya Sabha RowIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC Appearance123Photostories10 popular and unique baby boy names with letter JKaran Johar’s Met Gala debut is pure drama and deeply rooted in Indian artMorning affirmation at 5 am: This is what your mind needs to hearFrom Tomatoes to Beetroot: 7 red foods that protect our heart every dayKhatron Ke Khiladi 15 confirmed contestants list: Gaurav Khanna, Rubina Dilaik, Orry join Rohit Shetty showApple vs. Banana: Which has more nutrition and should be consumed daily and whySleeping late vs waking early: What your body prefers, the answer might surprise youKim Kardashian to Katy Perry: Worst Met Gala dresses ever that sparked major criticismWhy homemade khasta kachori becomes soft after a few hours: 4 halwai-approved smart tips to make them perfect at homeStruggling with a small home? These smart design tricks can make your 200 sq ft space feel twice as big123Hot PicksBarrackpore election resultTiruchirappalli election resultMettupalayam election resultsEttumanoor election resultPerambur election resultBagnan election resultKazhakkoottam election resultTop TrendingWest Bengal Assembly Election ResultsAssam Assembly Election ResultsTamil Nadu Assembly Election ResultsKerala Assembly Election ResultsPuducherry Assembly Election ResultsBhabanipur election results 2026Mamata BanerjeeNEET 2026: Exam-day guideHPBose 12th ResultTVK Chief Vijay May 05, 2026, 08:13 IST Regulators’ worries keep banks, insurers off comex: Sebi chief CBSE warns schools over non-compliance in Class 6 third language rollout, sets May 31 deadline for mandatory update Blake Lively makes Met Gala appearance sans husband Ryan Reynolds, hours after settling ‘It Ends With Us’ lawsuit with Justin Baldoni – PICS 21 killed after blast rips through China fireworks factory NEW DELHI: Noting that cases of unwanted pregnancy, particularly involving minors, are on the rise, Supreme Court on Monday said the law regulating termination of pregnancy needs to be amended to deal with them and dropped contempt proceedings against AIIMS director and health secretary after being informed that its order for termination of the pregnancy of a 15-year-old girl had been complied with and a premature baby was delivered through labour induction, reports AmitAnand Choudhary.A bench of Justices B V Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan said, “It’s not easy for us here. There is nobody who is winning and nobody is losing this. But then we have to take a decision without emotion.”The court had issued notice on a contempt petition after AIIMS, which was asked to carry out the process, showed reluctance to comply with its order and instead sought review of the same.Additional solicitor general Aishwarya Bhati, appearing for AIIMS, however, said that rights of the unborn child too should be considered and hoped that the court would one day examine and recognise that aspect. 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 AssamASG submitted that a baby boy was born on May 2, and both the minor mother and the child were safe and healthy. The mother would soon be discharged from hospital.The court then said, “We do not find any reason to consider this contempt petition any further. Hence, the contempt proceedings against the respondents are dropped.” The male neonate, born after 29 weeks and two days of gestation, weighed 1,380 grams at birth. He was initially stable and did not require active resuscitation but was shifted to NICU at AIIMS for specialised care. On need to amend the law to deal with cases of unwanted pregnancy involving minors, the SC said such pregnancy is often beyond the statutory period by the time the family comes to know of it, leaving the family with no option but to approach judiciary. The court said that if termination is not allowed, then the family could go to quacks, putting the life of a minor in danger.“This tendency nowadays in society of these unwanted pregnancies is on the rise. They don’t inform parents on time. By the time a decision is taken in the family, it would be 7 months. It is very difficult…There is a lacuna in the law or tendency in society. Somebody has to answer it,” the bench said.The ASG responded by saying that there is need to spread awareness about sex education and highlighted that the statutory limit had already been extended by a 2021 amendment to 24 weeks.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.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPunjab Showdown: AAP MLAs Head to President Over Rajya Sabha RowIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC Appearance123Photostories10 popular and unique baby boy names with letter JKaran Johar’s Met Gala debut is pure drama and deeply rooted in Indian artMorning affirmation at 5 am: This is what your mind needs to hearFrom Tomatoes to Beetroot: 7 red foods that protect our heart every dayKhatron Ke Khiladi 15 confirmed contestants list: Gaurav Khanna, Rubina Dilaik, Orry join Rohit Shetty showApple vs. Banana: Which has more nutrition and should be consumed daily and whySleeping late vs waking early: What your body prefers, the answer might surprise youKim Kardashian to Katy Perry: Worst Met Gala dresses ever that sparked major criticismWhy homemade khasta kachori becomes soft after a few hours: 4 halwai-approved smart tips to make them perfect at homeStruggling with a small home? These smart design tricks can make your 200 sq ft space feel twice as big123Hot PicksBarrackpore election resultTiruchirappalli election resultMettupalayam election resultsEttumanoor election resultPerambur election resultBagnan election resultKazhakkoottam election resultTop TrendingWest Bengal Assembly Election ResultsAssam Assembly Election ResultsTamil Nadu Assembly Election ResultsKerala Assembly Election ResultsPuducherry Assembly Election ResultsBhabanipur election results 2026Mamata BanerjeeNEET 2026: Exam-day guideHPBose 12th ResultTVK Chief Vijay ‘Dhurandhar 2’ box office collection Day 47: Ranveer Singh starrer narrowly misses Rs 1,790 crore worldwide mark IPL 2026 | Will MS Dhoni play vs DC? CSK bowling coach’s blunt ‘above my pay grade’ reply goes viral PMK’s Sivakumar C emerges victorious, securing 69727 votes, against TVK’s Vijai Vadivel A, by a margin of 910 votes.The Vikravandi constituency witnessed a high-intensity battle in the 2026 Assembly elections. The DMK re-nominated incumbent Anniyur Siva, who sought to solidify his massive by-election mandate from 2024. He was challenged by C Sivakumar of the PMK, representing the AIADMK-led alliance, while Vijay Vadivel of the TVK and Subha Chandrasekaran of the NTK introduced a vigorous youth-focused dynamic to the race. In the 2024 by-election, Anniyur Siva (DMK) secured a landslide victory with 124,053 votes, defeating C Anbumani (PMK) by a margin of 67,757 votes. 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 AssamThis followed the 2021 election, where N Pugazhenthi (DMK) won with 93,730 votes (48.69% vote share), defeating R Muthamilselvan (AIADMK) by 9,573 votes. The voter turnout reached an impressive 90.51%, one of the highest in the district. This surge is largely attributed to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive, which cleansed the rolls. Vikravandi (Assembly constituency No. 75) is a vital general segment in Villupuram district. Its political landscape is a crucial barometer for agrarian sentiment and the influence of the Vanniyar community in northern Tamil Nadu. The 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections were held in a single phase on April 23, recording a high voter turnout of 85.15%, with results declared on May 4. The polls witnessed an intense three-way contest that challenged the state’s traditional bipolar political structure. The electoral battle was primarily between the DMK-led alliance, including the INC and other parties, headed by MK Stalin and the AIADMK-led alliance, headed by Edappadi K Palaniswami, along with the BJP and other parties. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), marking actor Vijay’s political debut as a third force across all 234 constituencies.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. 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 MediaVideosIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC AppearanceDelhi Approves ₹48,000 Crore Metro Expansion Plan To Connect Outer Regions With City Core123Photostories10 popular and unique baby boy names with letter JKaran Johar’s Met Gala debut is pure drama and deeply rooted in Indian artMorning affirmation at 5 am: This is what your mind needs to hearFrom Tomatoes to Beetroot: 7 red foods that protect our heart every dayKhatron Ke Khiladi 15 confirmed contestants list: Gaurav Khanna, Rubina Dilaik, Orry join Rohit Shetty showApple vs. Banana: Which has more nutrition and should be consumed daily and whySleeping late vs waking early: What your body prefers, the answer might surprise youKim Kardashian to Katy Perry: Worst Met Gala dresses ever that sparked major criticismWhy homemade khasta kachori becomes soft after a few hours: 4 halwai-approved smart tips to make them perfect at homeStruggling with a small home? 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A campaign built on sharp attacks — including on CM’s family — and a pitch for justice for Zubeen Garg. Little to show at the ballot. Congress is left with a narrow, largely Muslim-majority base and shrinking reach in Assam.The party won 19 seats — all Muslim-majority constituencies. Its footprint has tightened to pockets once shared with AIUDF, which has now faded, handing Congress a consolidated but limited vote bank.CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s sustained messaging appears to have cut through. He cast Congress as a ‘Miya’ party — a term for Bengali-speaking Muslims from Bangladesh. 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 AssamThe label stuck, weakening Congress’ ability to expand among indigenous tribal and Hindu voters.Delimitation in 2023 compounded the problem. Muslim-majority seats fell from 35 to 22, narrowing the party’s electoral runway. Muslims account for about 30% of Assam’s electorate — roughly 75 lakh voters — and remain influential in these constituencies, but the concentration has isolated Congress politically.A late six-party alliance failed to shift momentum. Losses in upper and northern Assam underlined the slide. Assam Congress chief Gogoi and leader of the opposition Saikia — sons of former CMs Tarun Gogoi and Hiteswar Saikia, respectively — both fell in their family strongholds.For Congress, the verdict is stark. The road back runs through constituencies it no longer commands.Inside Congress, unease surfaced. Gogoi did not comment. Party’s Ripun Bora promised a review. “EVM manipulation is possible — results don’t match Gen Z anger over delayed justice for Zubeen or fury at price rises,” he said, adding many would question the result as the CM had predicted a near-100seat tally for NDA, a projection echoed by exit polls.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 AuthorKangkan KalitaKangkan Kalita is a reporter with The Times of India and covers issues on health, education, stories of human interest while keeping a close watch on political developments and student movements. Reporting on environment and forest related issues and concerns of the northeast interest him equally.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC AppearanceDelhi Approves ₹48,000 Crore Metro Expansion Plan To Connect Outer Regions With City Core123Photostories10 popular and unique baby boy names with letter JKaran Johar’s Met Gala debut is pure drama and deeply rooted in Indian artMorning affirmation at 5 am: This is what your mind needs to hearFrom Tomatoes to Beetroot: 7 red foods that protect our heart every dayKhatron Ke Khiladi 15 confirmed contestants list: Gaurav Khanna, Rubina Dilaik, Orry join Rohit Shetty showApple vs. Banana: Which has more nutrition and should be consumed daily and whySleeping late vs waking early: What your body prefers, the answer might surprise youKim Kardashian to Katy Perry: Worst Met Gala dresses ever that sparked major criticismWhy homemade khasta kachori becomes soft after a few hours: 4 halwai-approved smart tips to make them perfect at homeStruggling with a small home? 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Badruddin Ajmal’s AIUDF, once the principal voice of Muslim minorities in Assam, has crashed from 16 seats in the assembly to just two, signalling a sharp erosion of its political relevance as BJP’s wider sweep and Congress’ consolidation redraw the map.The 70-year-old businessman-politician, whose family-run fragrance house, Ajmal Perfumes, is a global brand, returned to the fray after his 2024 LS defeat in Dhubri. He won from Binnakandi in Hojai. Mazibur Rahman held Dalgaon. Elsewhere, the party collapsed across lower Assam and Barak Valley despite over 90% turnout in Muslim-majority constituencies.The surge in participation did not translate into votes for AIUDF. 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 AssamInstead, it consolidated behind Congress, which swept most minority-heavy seats. Constituencies with over 95% Muslim electorates — including Dhubri, Gauripur, Mankachar, Jaleswar, Chenga and Samaguri — tilted decisively toward Congress.Political analyst Hafiz Rashid Ahmed Choudhury attributed the slide to leadership choices and perception. “Ajmal could have projected someone else. A man who cannot walk properly became a candidate. It signals they want to keep the party confined to family,” he said.AIUDF functionaries pointed to “wrong candidate selection” and a direct contest with Congress — unlike their 2021 alliance — as key factors. Rahman, who retained Dalgaon, framed the verdict as a broader opposition defeat. “We thought Gaurav Gogoi would become the CM, but he lost. It’s painful,” he said, crediting his own win to local development.Formed in 2005 after SC scrapped IMDT Act, it had built its base among Bengali-speaking Muslims. Now, with no MPs and two MLAs, its future looks uncertain.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 AuthorKangkan KalitaKangkan Kalita is a reporter with The Times of India and covers issues on health, education, stories of human interest while keeping a close watch on political developments and student movements. Reporting on environment and forest related issues and concerns of the northeast interest him equally.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC AppearanceDelhi Approves ₹48,000 Crore Metro Expansion Plan To Connect Outer Regions With City Core123Photostories10 popular and unique baby boy names with letter JKaran Johar’s Met Gala debut is pure drama and deeply rooted in Indian artMorning affirmation at 5 am: This is what your mind needs to hearFrom Tomatoes to Beetroot: 7 red foods that protect our heart every dayKhatron Ke Khiladi 15 confirmed contestants list: Gaurav Khanna, Rubina Dilaik, Orry join Rohit Shetty showApple vs. Banana: Which has more nutrition and should be consumed daily and whySleeping late vs waking early: What your body prefers, the answer might surprise youKim Kardashian to Katy Perry: Worst Met Gala dresses ever that sparked major criticismWhy homemade khasta kachori becomes soft after a few hours: 4 halwai-approved smart tips to make them perfect at homeStruggling with a small home? These smart design tricks can make your 200 sq ft space feel twice as big123Hot PicksBarrackpore election resultTiruchirappalli election resultMettupalayam election resultsEttumanoor election resultPerambur election resultBagnan election resultKazhakkoottam election resultTop TrendingWest Bengal Assembly Election ResultsAssam Assembly Election ResultsTamil Nadu Assembly Election ResultsKerala Assembly Election ResultsPuducherry Assembly Election ResultsBhabanipur election results 2026Mamata BanerjeeNEET 2026: Exam-day guideHPBose 12th ResultTVK Chief Vijay IPL 2026 | ‘Jai Shree Ram … ‘: A note, a prayer, and Raghu Sharma’s 15-year wait ‘Bhooth Bangla’ box office collection Day 18: Akshay Kumar’s film crosses Rs 227 crore globally amid ‘Raja Shivaji’ fever Mamatata: Routed Mamata Banerjee fumes at SIRprise in West Bengal File photo West Bengal outcome may realign New Delhi-Kolkata-Dhaka tiesKOLKATA: On a day Trinamool was dismantled, the hammer blow for the party landed at the fag end – with Mamata Banerjee losing her bastion of Bhabanipur to BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari by 15,105 votes.For 15 years, it had been her home turf, a constituency she shaped and returned to whenever the ground shifted beneath her, and its loss is the most personal defeat of her political career.Bhabanipur has been TMC territory since 2011, when Subrata Bakshi won it for the party before vacating the seat so Mamata could enter the assembly after becoming CM. She won the seat in 2011, 2016, and again in a 2021 bypoll by a staggering 58,835 votes, her largest ever margin 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 AssamIn the 2021 general elections, she had chosen to contest from Nandigram and lost narrowly to Suvendu. TMC’s Sovandeb Chattopadhyay, who had won Bhabanipur, resigned to make way for her. But in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, TMC’s lead in Bhabanipur shrank to just over 8,000 votes, signalling an already dwindling base for the TMC chief.Monday’s defeat is Mamata’s second successive loss to Suvendu. In 2021, the CM had taken the battle to his home turf. This time around, he marched into her bastion.Though early trends favoured Suvendu, Mamata had bounced back after the third round, leading by over 19,000 votes at one point – triggering murmurs that the contest might tilt in her favour after all. But Suvendu mounted a rapid comeback.”We have waited years for this moment. People have voted for change and you can see that energy on the streets today,” said Kamal Jindal, a BJP supporter near the counting centre, who was distributing sweets. Another supporter, Nikita Agarwal, added, “This is not just a victory, it is a message. Bengal wanted development and today that voice was finally heard.”Mamata claimed she was defeated by force, and that the election was rigged and looted by BJP. She said she would soon return.Tension escalated when TMC alleged BJP workers assaulted their counting agentsand forced them out. Mamata rushed to the venue. As her convoy reached Sakhawat Memorial High School, the counting centre, BJP supporters erupted in chants of “thief, thief” and “go back”. She stayed there till 8pm before being escorted out by central forces.”We don’t have words,” said one TMC worker, slowly unpinning the party symbol from his shirt.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 AuthorTamaghna BanerjeeTamaghna Banerjee, a reporter from Kolkata, covers crime, aviation, human rights and politics. He has a keen interest in human interest and rural reporting. He has done his postgraduation in journalism and mass communication. He has a total of 14 years in journalism.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC AppearanceDelhi Approves ₹48,000 Crore Metro Expansion Plan To Connect Outer Regions With City Core123PhotostoriesKaran Johar’s Met Gala debut is pure drama and deeply rooted in Indian artMorning affirmation at 5 am: This is what your mind needs to hearFrom Tomatoes to Beetroot: 7 red foods that protect our heart every dayKhatron Ke Khiladi 15 confirmed contestants list: Gaurav Khanna, Rubina Dilaik, Orry join Rohit Shetty showApple vs. Banana: Which has more nutrition and should be consumed daily and whySleeping late vs waking early: What your body prefers, the answer might surprise youKim Kardashian to Katy Perry: Worst Met Gala dresses ever that sparked major criticismWhy homemade khasta kachori becomes soft after a few hours: 4 halwai-approved smart tips to make them perfect at homeStruggling with a small home? 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The Met Gala 2026: Nicole Kidman says daughter Sunday Rose has to ‘go to school tomorrow’ after fashion debut Pisces Horoscope Today, May 5, 2026: Spending stays reasonable if you keep emotions in check West Bengal elections: Lieutenant to conqueror – the rise and rise of Suvendu Adhikari defeated, dejected KOLKATA: The Kolkata fortress of Trinamool Congress was breached on Monday, leaving a trail of high-profile casualties that included party chief Mamata Banerjee.In a staggering reversal of 2021 – when it swept all 11 Kolkata seats – Trinamool was reduced to a mere five. The city’s southern suburbs voted for change, handing over its strongholds Jadavpur and Sonarpur to BJP. Kasba, however, remained loyal to the party.The scale of the collapse could be measured by the defeat of senior ministers who were considered architects of the party’s urban machinery. But Mamata’s defeat will rankle the most.Shashi Panja lost Shyampukur to RSS ideologue Purnima Chakraborty by a margin of 14,633. 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 AssamSimilarly, influential power minister Aroop Biswas, a key organiser in south Kolkata, lost what was once a safe haven — Tollygunge. Actor Papia Adhikary drew the curtains on him.The administrative leadership of the city also faced a public trial. Atin Ghosh, deputy mayor of Kolkata, lost from the Belgachhia-Cossipore segment to BJP’s Ritesh Tiwari by 1651 votes. The rout extended to his mayor-in-council colleagues – Debasish Kumar from Rashbehari, who was defeated by Swapan Dasgupta of BJP, and Debabrata Majumdar from Jadavpur.Ratna Chatterjee, sitting MLA and former councillor, lost Behala West to oncologist Indranil Khan of BJP. The constituency had elected former education minister Partha Chatterjee for five terms since 2001. There were some face-saving victories for TMC though. Mayor Firhad Hakim secured Kolkata Port while veteran leader Sobhandeb Chatterjee won in Ballygunge. State minister Javed Ahmed Khan won for the fourth consecutive time in Kasba and party spokesperson Kunal Ghosh won in Beliaghata. Veteran politician Nayana Bandyopadhyay bagged Chowringhee and Sandipan Saha won from Entally.The BJP juggernaut rolled through Kashipur-Belgachhia, Shyampukur, Maniktala and Jorasanko, which had remained with Trinamool since the ‘Paribartan’ in 2011. In Jorasanko, BJP’s Vijay Ojha defeated Trinamool candidate Vijay Upadhyay by a margin of 5,797. In 2021, former Trinamool MLA Vivek Gupta had defeated BJP candidate Meena Devi Purohit by 12,743.Maniktala had been a TMC bastion since 2011 when Sadhan Pande won. After his death in 2024, wife Supti Pande had secured a victory. This time their dau-ghter, Shreya Pande lost to BJP’s Tapas Roy by 15,644 votes.On the outskirts, Bhangar was won by ISF’s Naushad Siddiqui, who defeated influential south Kolkata leader Saokat Molla of Trinamool. Veteran actor Rupa Ganguly defeated Lovely Maitra, MLA in Sonarpur South. In Sonarpur North, BJP’s Debasish Dhar was leading by over 11,000 over Trinamool MLA Firdousi Begum.Trinamool also lost its 15-year strongholds of Bidhannagar and Rajarhat Gopalpur. TMC, however, managed to retain Rajarhat New Town with Tapash Chatterjee winning by a narrow margin.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.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC AppearanceDelhi Approves ₹48,000 Crore Metro Expansion Plan To Connect Outer Regions With City Core123PhotostoriesKaran Johar’s Met Gala debut is pure drama and deeply rooted in Indian artMorning affirmation at 5 am: This is what your mind needs to hearFrom Tomatoes to Beetroot: 7 red foods that protect our heart every dayKhatron Ke Khiladi 15 confirmed contestants list: Gaurav Khanna, Rubina Dilaik, Orry join Rohit Shetty showApple vs. Banana: Which has more nutrition and should be consumed daily and whySleeping late vs waking early: What your body prefers, the answer might surprise youKim Kardashian to Katy Perry: Worst Met Gala dresses ever that sparked major criticismWhy homemade khasta kachori becomes soft after a few hours: 4 halwai-approved smart tips to make them perfect at homeStruggling with a small home? 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This core team played a central role in steering TVK through multiple challenges including the Karur stampede, and repeated issues over campaign permissions and candidate selection.Anand, associated with Vijay since the Vijay Makkal Iyakkam days, managed internal coordination and kept the party structure intact after differences emerged over seat allocation. 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 AssamArjuna handled technical and resource support, while he and CTR Nirmal Kumar led TVK’s digital campaign and coordinated legal efforts, including engaging advocates for the stampede case in Supreme Court. Sengottaiyan’s entry into the party in Nov revived organisational activity at a time when TVK’s campaign had slowed after the stampede.Strategist John Arockiasamy was the fulcrum of this inner circle. Sources said he played a major role in opposing, during internal discussions, an alliance with NDA after the ‘Jana Nayagan’ row.Vijay also maintained a consistent political line. He described DMK as his “political enemy”, while framing the election as a direct contest between M K Stalin and himself. He largely avoided targeting deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami or leaders of alliance parties. The approach helped TVK consolidate sections of anti-incumbency votes without fragmenting the anti-DMK electorate.The campaign also saw TVK expand beyond Vijay’s traditional fan base. The party attracted sections of minorities, fishermen and Dalit voters who had largely backed DMK and its allies in earlier elections. Minority votes appeared split in several constituencies. Vijay, himself a Christian, visited churches, temples and mosques during the campaign and projected himself as a leader for all communities. The secular messaging helped TVK distance itself from identity-based polarisation which has historically had limited acceptance in TN politics. TVK also made gains among women voters, a section that had largely shifted towards DMK after J Jayalalithaa’s death.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 AuthorRam SundaramRam M Sundaram is an Assistant Editor at The Times of India, Chennai, where he covers commute, trial courts, and political affairs.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC AppearanceDelhi Approves ₹48,000 Crore Metro Expansion Plan To Connect Outer Regions With City Core123PhotostoriesFrom Tomatoes to Beetroot: 7 red foods that protect our heart every dayKhatron Ke Khiladi 15 confirmed contestants list: Gaurav Khanna, Rubina Dilaik, Orry join Rohit Shetty showApple vs. Banana: Which has more nutrition and should be consumed daily and whySleeping late vs waking early: What your body prefers, the answer might surprise youKim Kardashian to Katy Perry: Worst Met Gala dresses ever that sparked major criticismWhy homemade khasta kachori becomes soft after a few hours: 4 halwai-approved smart tips to make them perfect at homeStruggling with a small home? 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