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In pictures: Results almost final, Kolkatans’ mood swings between jubilation and disbelief

‘Everything needs a change,’ say citizens on the street, commenting on the shift of political power

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In pictures: Kolkatans glued to screens as Assembly election counting unfolds under heavy security
Kolkata sweet shops turn Assembly election into a celebration with poll-themed sandesh

The Bharatiya Janata Party must steer Bengal to a second Renaissance

A lot that has gone wrong with Bengal has to change, and change fast. The BJP has to hit the ground running

KANCHAN GUPTA

Mamata Banerjee’s regime was dislodged by two cannonballs

It’s now pointless raising issues like BJP’s anti-Muslim stance and the party being culturally incompatible

JAWHAR SIRCAR

A glaring gap

Some 27.16 lakh people have been disenfranchised in Bengal on trivial grounds. They may get back their voting rights one day, but meanwhile one or more elections will have come and gone

SUKANTA CHAUDHURI

Change speaks

Bengal has been disappointed — deceived — before when it comes to meaningful transition. The BJP will break its pledge at its own peril

THE EDITORIAL BOARD

Other shifts

The internal equations within a fractious Opposition may undergo another round of transformation — not necessarily in favour of cohesion. Three years before 2029, it is advantage BJP — as usual

THE EDITORIAL BOARD

Yes, a 'loot', but of a promise: The larger implication of Bengal 2026 verdict

Now, in Bengal, women will be safe, youths will get employment

Bengal industry seeks reforms from BJP government on land, jobs, infrastructure

RG Kar brutality: ‘Verdict for justice’ backs deceased doctor's mother in her fight

BJP keeps Bengal guessing on CM; swearing-in likely on Rabindranath Tagore's birthday

Gyanesh Kumar: The face of an election like no other in Bengal 2026 polls saga

Bengal election 2026 results: Modi and Shah script BJP sweep, reshape politics

New govt, new headquarters? Nabanna or Writers’ Buildings in focus after Saffron victory

Yes, a 'loot', but of a promise: The larger implication of Bengal 2026 verdict

RG Kar brutality: ‘Verdict for justice’ backs deceased doctor's mother in her fight

Twin themes: Munch on street snack jhal muri and Rabindra Sangeet after BJP victory

Security tightened around Mamata’s home, TMC chief reaches counting centre

BJP will form next govt in Bengal, Suvendu declares as early trends show saffron surge

A rare split among chimpanzees turns into a long running war

As pre-election debate over law and order hots up, how can Kolkata be made safer?

Watch: First they lost their homes in Bengal, now they’ve lost their identity too

Bullet on the ballot — Sitalkuchi victims’ families relive horror every election

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"Khela Shesh," Says BJP in Bengal Even As Mamata Cries "ECI Game"

Mamata Banerjee Reaches Counting Centre in Bhabanipur

Vijay’s Father SA Chandrashekhar Confident of Big Expectations Being Met

Vijay's TVK Dominates Early Trends In Tamil Nadu Leads, Crosses 100 Seats

Vijay’s Political Blockbuster Puts Him on Track For Power in Chennai

“Don’t Leave Strongrooms”: Mamata Banerjee Alleges ‘BJP Plan’ in Video Message

Singer-Actor Diljit Dosanjh Halts Canada Concert, Confront Pro-Khalistan Supporters

BJP Workers Celebrate in Bengal As Early Trends Indicate Victory

BJP Makes Massive Gains in Bengal, TMC Calls Early Trends Fishy

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Trinamool's seat count drops from 23 to 14 in North Bengal; BJP breaks previous record

In pictures: Results almost final, Kolkatans’ mood swings between jubilation and disbelief

Five easy lactose-free probiotic recipes to make at home this summer

In pictures: Kolkatans glued to screens as Assembly election counting unfolds under heavy security

Kolkata sweet shops turn Assembly election into a celebration with poll-themed sandesh

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The Bharatiya Janata Party must steer Bengal to a second Renaissance

Mamata Banerjee’s regime was dislodged by two cannonballs

A glaring gap

Change speaks

Other shifts

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Bengal election 2026 results: Modi and Shah script BJP sweep, reshape politics

Gyanesh Kumar: The face of an election like no other in Bengal 2026 polls saga

Saffron surge links Kashmir to Bengal as Syama Prasad Mookerjee legacy shapes BJP rise

Tamil Nadu election 2026 results: Vijay's TVK surge ends DMK, AIADMK dominance

Kerala election 2026 results: UDF landslide ends CPM rule, BJP gains foothold

Assam election 2026 results: BJP wins third term under Himanta Biswa Sarma

BJP keeps Bengal guessing on CM; swearing-in likely on Rabindranath Tagore's birthday

Twin themes: Munch on street snack jhal muri and Rabindra Sangeet after BJP victory

Staff bags scanned and top officers' cars searched by police before Nabanna exit

Split in Muslim vote across three minority-dominated Bengal districts boosts BJP victory

Trinamool's seat count drops from 23 to 14 in North Bengal; BJP breaks previous record

BJP wins three hill Assembly seats; concerns rise over GTA’s future in Darjeeling

West Bengal election 2026: BJP win fuels investment hopes, industry revival

Bengal industry seeks reforms from BJP government on land, jobs, infrastructure

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