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Starmer Refuses to Quit After Election Loss as Rebels Press On with a Stalemate Ahead

Starmer Refuses to Quit After Election Loss as Rebels Press On with a Stalemate Ahead

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rejected calls to resign after a major election defeat, insisting he will keep governing despite mounting internal pressure. While he admits responsibility, Starmer says no formal leadership challenge has been launched. Loyal ministers have rallied behind him, leaving both sides in a stalemate as the party waits for his next move.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Kamal Haasan demands Vijay be invited to form government in Tamil Nadu after election verdict

Kamal Haasan demands Vijay be invited to form government in Tamil Nadu after election verdict

Makkal Needhi Maiyam chief Kamal Haasan says Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader Vijay must be invited to form the government, calling the post-election situation unprecedented. Haasan argues that refusing this opportunity would disrespect the mandate given by voters. Meanwhile, Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar met Vijay as efforts to form the next government continue.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026

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Trump Congratulates Modi After BJP Sweeps West Bengal In Historic Victory

Trump Congratulates Modi After BJP Sweeps West Bengal In Historic Victory

US President Donald Trump congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi after BJP’s massive win in West Bengal. The White House said it was “historic” and “decisive,” framing the result as a significant political milestone for the state. Analysts say the victory could mark a broader tilt toward right-wing politics in West Bengal’s political landscape.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 5 May 2026
Bengal voters turned from identity to governance punishing Mamata Banerjee on jobs and corruption

Bengal voters turned from identity to governance punishing Mamata Banerjee on jobs and corruption

West Bengal’s election showed a sharp shift: Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress leaned on Bengali identity politics, but voters focused on day to day economic pain. Unemployment and corruption concerns dominated the debate, while the BJP framed the race as a judgment on governance failures rather than culture. The result reshaped the state’s political balance toward administration.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Amit Shah named central observer for BJP legislature election in West Bengal

Amit Shah named central observer for BJP legislature election in West Bengal

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has been appointed BJP’s central observer for the West Bengal legislature party election, with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi named as the central co-observer. The move is widely seen as a calculated leadership intervention following recent election outcomes, underscoring how senior national figures are being placed to shape internal party decisions in the state.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 5 May 2026
BJP ends 15 years of TMC rule in West Bengal with women welfare and safety drive

BJP ends 15 years of TMC rule in West Bengal with women welfare and safety drive

BJP has ended 15 years of TMC rule in West Bengal, winning a clear majority by targeting women voters with welfare commitments and repeatedly raising safety concerns. The shift also reflects classic anti-incumbency as corruption scandals weakened trust, while fragmented minority support reduced TMC’s ability to hold coalitions. The result marks a major political realignment in the state.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026

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Sunetra Pawar set to win Baramati bypoll but urges supporters to shun victory rallies

Sunetra Pawar set to win Baramati bypoll but urges supporters to shun victory rallies

Sunetra Pawar, NCP candidate in the Baramati bypoll, is poised for a major win and has urged supporters to avoid victory processions. In a bid to temper celebrations, she dedicated voters’ trust to her late husband Ajit Pawar and called on everyone to show restraint and follow his ideals. She says the mandate points to a new phase for Baramati.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
Indian bonds rebound as higher yields pull value investors and benchmark yields slip again

Indian bonds rebound as higher yields pull value investors and benchmark yields slip again

Indian government bonds rallied as value investors stepped in after yields jumped, pushing benchmark rates lower. Market confidence improved on early election trends that favor the ruling party and signs of oil prices stabilizing, even as geopolitical tensions persist. The move offers relief to investors watching inflation and import costs closely.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
West Bengal Repolling Halted for an Hour After EVM Malfunction at Diamond Harbour Booth

West Bengal Repolling Halted for an Hour After EVM Malfunction at Diamond Harbour Booth

Repolling in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas saw voting paused for over an hour after an EVM malfunction at a polling booth in Diamond Harbour. Voting began early at 7 AM across multiple booths in Diamond Harbour and Magrahat Paschim, but electors were left waiting in long queues while officials addressed the technical issue.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 2 May 2026
ECI orders probe into missing booth footage in Jahangir Khan Falta amid repolls talk

ECI orders probe into missing booth footage in Jahangir Khan Falta amid repolls talk

The Election Commission of India has ordered a probe into allegations of missing booth footage linked to Jahangir Khan’s Falta constituency in West Bengal. The move comes amid claims of EVM tampering and voter obstruction, with officials proposing up to 30 repolls. Investigators are expected to review what happened during the polling and assess whether evidence gaps could affect results.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 1 May 2026

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Bangladesh MP warns of Dhaka refugee crisis if BJP wins West Bengal exit polls

Bangladesh MP warns of Dhaka refugee crisis if BJP wins West Bengal exit polls

West Bengal exit polls point to a tight fight between BJP and TMC, but the predictions have sparked concern across the border. Bangladesh MP Akhtar Hussain said a BJP victory could trigger a refugee crisis in Dhaka, warning of a possible return of undocumented migrants. The remarks underline how illegal immigration remains an election-sensitive issue.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026
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