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JDF opens Baramulla office and vows to contest polls under India constitution

JDF opens Baramulla office and vows to contest polls under India constitution

Jammu and Kashmir Justice and Development Front (JDF), backed by Jamaat-e-Islami, has inaugurated an office in Baramulla and rejected claims about its activities being “misconceptions in Delhi.” The group said it plans to participate in upcoming elections under the Constitution of India, even amid a ban on Jamaat-e-Islami. It also sought to clarify its intent and role in politics.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Govt Slams Rumors of ₹25 Petrol Hike, Calls It Mischievous and Fake

Govt Slams Rumors of ₹25 Petrol Hike, Calls It Mischievous and Fake

India’s government dismissed circulating claims of a ₹25 per litre petrol and diesel price hike, with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas calling the reports “mischievous” and intended to trigger panic. The clarification followed attention to a Kotak Institutional Equities research note that projected a possible jump after state elections conclude on April 29.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026

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TMC leader Dalim Sheikh viral threat threatens violence over West Bengal voting

TMC leader Dalim Sheikh viral threat threatens violence over West Bengal voting

A viral video has sparked outrage in West Bengal as Trinamool Congress leader Dalim Sheikh allegedly threatened locals, telling them he would cut them to pieces if they voted for any party other than TMC in the upcoming assembly elections. The clip has spread rapidly on social media, intensifying political backlash as the election campaign heats up.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Modi Claims TMC Jungle Raj Will End Soon After May 4 In West Bengal

Modi Claims TMC Jungle Raj Will End Soon After May 4 In West Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he is confident the BJP will win a landslide in West Bengal, pointing to Phase 1 polling as proof that the “temple of democracy” has been restored. Speaking at a Vijay Sankalp Sabha in Dumdum, he warned that the TMC’s “Maha Jungle Raj” will soon end, adding that “goons” won’t find space to hide after May 4.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Kharge Calls SIR Voter Deletion Plot and Condemns Bangladesh Hindu Lynching at CWC Meet

Kharge Calls SIR Voter Deletion Plot and Condemns Bangladesh Hindu Lynching at CWC Meet

At the Congress Working Committee meeting, Mallikarjun Kharge raised allegations of “voter deletion” tied to the SIR revision of electoral rolls in nine states and three UTs. He said SIR is part of a wider “conspiracy” to restrict democratic rights. Kharge also condemned violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh and recent Christmas-time vandalism in India.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Tamil Nadu Filmmaker Politician Votes On Camera Sparks Outrage Over Election Protocols

Tamil Nadu Filmmaker Politician Votes On Camera Sparks Outrage Over Election Protocols

Tamil Nadu went to polls on Thursday as Naam Tamilar Katchi chief Senthamizan Seeman, a filmmaker-politician, cast his vote on camera. The video was uploaded immediately and widely circulated on social media, revealing his electoral choice. Netizens questioned whether recording and sharing voting on camera violates electoral protocols, igniting debate online.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026

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Modi Starts Day on Hooghly Banks Tells Bengal He Will Deliver Development

Modi Starts Day on Hooghly Banks Tells Bengal He Will Deliver Development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his day on the Hooghly River in Kolkata, meeting boatmen and underscoring the significance of the holy river. During the election season, he reiterated a commitment to accelerate West Bengal’s development. Modi also shared glimpses from the riverside, including moments featuring Vidyasagar Setu and Howrah Bridge, and posted his photography from the visit.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Mamata Banerjee Fires Back Over Staged Jhal Muri Stopover With Bhelpuri Challenge

Mamata Banerjee Fires Back Over Staged Jhal Muri Stopover With Bhelpuri Challenge

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took aim at the BJP and Prime Minister, alleging the party stage-managed the PM’s election-related stopover in Jhargram to eat jhal muri. Speaking at Bowbazar, she turned the debate to her own food habits, saying she eats everything from fish and chicken curry to dhokla, dosa and Eid vermicelli—adding, “Don’t teach me religion.”

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Ramlal the elephant pauses West Bengal voting before officials guide him away

Ramlal the elephant pauses West Bengal voting before officials guide him away

Voting at Jitushol Primary School in Jhargram, West Bengal, was briefly interrupted when a wandering elephant named Ramlal entered the polling area and paused the process. Forest officials arrived quickly, guided the tusker away, and voting resumed smoothly. The incident once again spotlighted election-day challenges in wildlife-prone regions, with special teams deployed to manage such moments.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Can BJP blitz breach TMC citadel Why Bengal keeps defying national momentum

Can BJP blitz breach TMC citadel Why Bengal keeps defying national momentum

West Bengal’s election battleground remains dominated by Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress, while the BJP tries to convert national momentum into local victories. Despite its growth, the BJP struggles with the “outsider” perception, weaker grassroots reach, and incomplete leadership depth. TMC holds an edge through deep organisational networks, emotional voter connect, and welfare-linked support, especially among women and rural communities.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Amit Shah vows to stop infiltration in Bengal and selectively remove illegal immigrants

Amit Shah vows to stop infiltration in Bengal and selectively remove illegal immigrants

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said a BJP government in West Bengal would stop any new infiltration and “selectively root out” illegal immigrants already in the state. He linked infiltration to damage to the economy, youth job prospects, and national security, and urged voters to back the BJP so Bengal can be “freed from infiltrators.”

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Tamil Nadu election tests accessibility as visually impaired voters vote in Srirangam constituency

Tamil Nadu election tests accessibility as visually impaired voters vote in Srirangam constituency

In Tamil Nadu’s Srirangam Assembly constituency, 99 visually impaired voters in the Gandhi Nagar area cast ballots at the Panchayat Union Primary School. Officials made the polling setup accessible with Braille-enabled voting machines, ramps and walkways, temporary shelters, and the option for voters to bring an assistant to support them at every step.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
West Bengal tribunals restore voting rights for 139 after eligibility flags ahead of phase 1 polling

West Bengal tribunals restore voting rights for 139 after eligibility flags ahead of phase 1 polling

Ahead of West Bengal’s phase 1 polling, appellate tribunals under the Calcutta High Court’s supervision have reinstated voting rights for 139 people who were earlier marked ineligible. The tribunals’ orders have sparked fresh efforts to help these voters cast ballots, even as legal challenges question parts of the tribunal process.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Violence Erupts in Ekbalpur as BJP TMC Clash Intensifies Before West Bengal Assembly Polls

Violence Erupts in Ekbalpur as BJP TMC Clash Intensifies Before West Bengal Assembly Polls

Tensions in Kolkata’s Ekbalpur spiked ahead of West Bengal Assembly elections as BJP and TMC supporters clashed outside Ekbalpur Police Station. A BJP protest led by Rakesh Singh turned violent after counter-sloganeering, prompting a police lathi charge to disperse the crowd. At least nine workers were arrested, while one person suffered severe injuries amid the unrest.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026

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Bangladesh Gen Z struggles to turn anti Hasina street power into votes

Bangladesh Gen Z struggles to turn anti Hasina street power into votes

Bangladesh’s Gen Z-backed political push is facing a reality check after students who helped oust Sheikh Hasina formed a new party. Opinion polls indicate the NCP, aiming to contest all 300 seats, is far behind the BNP with only 6% support, while Jamaat-e-Islami could outperform expectations at 26%, signaling tough electoral odds.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
IRS officers quietly take power corridors once dominated by IAS in major national appointments

IRS officers quietly take power corridors once dominated by IAS in major national appointments

IRS officers are stepping into top roles that long belonged to IAS leaders, signaling a major shift in India’s bureaucratic power map. Appointments including Election Commissioner, Central Vigilance Commissioner, and Enforcement Directorate chief underscore how tax leadership is gaining influence across governance, oversight, and enforcement—quietly challenging the IAS’s traditional dominance.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Mamata Banerjee warns BJP that running Bengal from Delhi will backfire

Mamata Banerjee warns BJP that running Bengal from Delhi will backfire

Mamata Banerjee said she saw voters in Chowrangee, Bhabanipur, Jadavpur and Tollyganj turn out with “clear intent” to defend Bengal’s identity. Posting on X, she attacked leaders she said seek to dictate politics from Delhi, alleging attempts to divide people and distort culture. She warned that Bengal has “a long memory and a stronger spine.”

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Amit Shah fires double-digit challenge as Bengal bid stalls on May 4 countdown

Amit Shah fires double-digit challenge as Bengal bid stalls on May 4 countdown

Union Home Minister Amit Shah told West Bengal rallies that Congress will not cross double digits in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, and that the party will struggle to win in Bengal. He also predicted Mamata Banerjee will be out of power by May 4, while promising governance upgrades, industrial revival, and action against infiltration if BJP wins.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam set to reshape representation with women reserved seats in Parliament

Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam set to reshape representation with women reserved seats in Parliament

India is preparing to implement the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, reserving seats for women in Parliament and state assemblies. The proposal targets the mismatch between women’s strong voter turnout and their limited representation in elected bodies. The government is reportedly reviewing options to expedite rollout, potentially tying it to the 2029 elections.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Modi fires jhalmuri jab at TMC in Bengal, promises sweets after May 4

Modi fires jhalmuri jab at TMC in Bengal, promises sweets after May 4

Prime Minister Narendra Modi says his jhalmuri stop in Jhargram rattled Trinamool Congress, using the moment to underline public anger over TMC’s governance, corruption, and inefficiency. He promises sweets and jhalmuri distribution across Bengal if the BJP forms the government on May 4. Modi also assured Hindu refugee families protection and faster citizenship processing.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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