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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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Elections in West Bengal are usually peaceful. Is there goonda raj here?” Mamata said.“Several observers have come from outside and are acting as per the BJP’s directions. They are going to police stations and creating pressure. They are calling for the arrest of all TMC agents. My party’s youth president was picked up this morning and later released,” she alleged.Meanwhile, Suvendu refuted the chief minister’s claim as a sign of “frustration”, saying that Mamata was “scared” because state police no longer controlled the polling process.“Mamata is scared. Her police have been replaced by central forces, which is why she is scared. The EC has deployed CAPFs here, so if she has any problem, she should approach them. Why have 40–50 people come with her?” Adhikari said.Adhikari also accused Mamata of moving around with “50–60 goons” despite prohibitory orders under section 163 being in force.“Banerjee is a candidate. She can certainly visit booths. But why this ‘goodagardi’ (hooliganism)? I have complained to the Kolkata DEO. No one will be allowed to indulge in intimidation this time,” he said.’These are not voters but outsiders’Later in the day, Suvendu also alleged that he was surrounded and an attempt was made to attack him by TMC supporters during his visit to a polling booth.According to Suvendu, the incident took place when he arrived to inspect a polling station, following which a group of TMC supporters raised slogans of “Jai Bengal” and allegedly surrounded him.“I am visiting the booth.”The situation escalated on the ground, prompting intervention by security personnel deployed at the site. Central forces allegedly resorted to a lathi charge to disperse the crowd and bring the situation under control.Polling began at 7 am across key districts including Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia, and North and South 24 Parganas, with voters queuing up early at several booths. More than 3.2 crore electors are eligible to vote, with 41,001 polling stations under tight security and webcasting surveillance.Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to voters to turn out in record numbers, particularly urging women and young people to participate and strengthen democracy.The phase is seen as decisive, covering the TMC’s traditional stronghold in south Bengal, where it had dominated in 2021. For the BJP, making gains here remains critical to mounting a serious challenge. Voting will continue till 6 pm, with results due on May 4.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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NEW DELHI: The Times Internet Half Marathon saw strong participation from women athletes, with the under-29 10-kilometer category highlighting speed, determination, and emerging talent.Leading the category was 22-year-old Shakuntala Devi, who secured first place with a chip time of 42:31. Having been associated with running for the past five years, she credits her brother for introducing her to the sport and shaping her early journey. Shakuntla has represented at the national level, and after securing a position in her first marathon, she was encouraged to continue pursuing long-distance running. Since then, she has shown consistent progress, steadily building her performance.The second position was bagged by 18-year-old Neha, who clocked a chip time of 44:22. Having started running two years ago, Neha has been involved in sports from an early age, initially playing cricket and handball before transitioning into marathons. Speaking about her approach, she shared a dynamic perspective, saying she does not set fixed goals and prefers to focus on the present, adapting to opportunities as they come. She also described the Times Internet Half Marathon memorable experience.The third position was secured by Sweta Sah, 26 years old who clocked a chip time of 44:22, adding to the competitive edge of the category. Running for the past three years, she balances her profession as a physiotherapist with consistent training. For Sah, running is a practice of discipline and progress, and she is now preparing to take on longer distances with a focus on marathon running.The under-29 women’s category reflected a blend of emerging talent and evolving ambition, with runners at different stages of their journeys coming together on a common platform.As the race unfolded, it became evident that beyond timings and positions, the event celebrated intent and growth where each runner carried a story,and every finish line marked the beginning of something more.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosGanga 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 RajasthanISRO-s Big Shift- Civilians To Join Gaganyaan Missions – India-s Space Programme Expands123Photostories5 things travellers must do on an airplane that makes complete senseBeat the heat indoors: 5 smart design hacks that actually work10 boundaries you must set to protect your marriageIndia’s Skyline Giants: Top 10 tallest residential buildings transforming urban real estateBarry Keoghan and Sabrina Carpenter: Look inside their high-profile celebrity romance, breakup, and cheating rumours’Kara’: Five solid reasons why Dhanush and Vignesh Raja’s film is a must-watch in theatresRashmika Mandanna didn’t just wear a Rs 1.68 lakh Mrunalini Rao saree, she declared fashion bankruptcy for everyone elseGK fact of the day: From corpse flower skunk cabbage, 5 flowers that look beautiful but smell horribleDo you yawn mid-conversation? 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