All India Trinamool Congress leaders expressed caution as several candidates trailed during vote counting in West Bengal, calling the situation “fishy.” Candidate Shrreya Pande alleged lack of cooperation from the Election Commission of India despite trailing BJP’s Tapas Roy. Minister Shashi Panja and candidate Manturam Pakhira also raised concerns over delayed entry for counting agents and alleged mismanagement. Counting across 293 constituencies at 77 centres will determine whether Mamata Banerjee secures a fourth term or BJP makes history. (PC: X)

Counting for the 2026 West Bengal election shows the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leading in over 190 seats. The ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC), led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, is trailing in early trends. In key seats, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari is ahead in Nandigram and locked in a close contest in Bhabanipur. Adhikari said, “It is a clear mandate. This is the win of the people of West Bengal.” Counting is still underway, and trends may change with more rounds. (PC: X)

Early trends in Kerala Assembly Elections 2026 show a strong surge for the United Democratic Front, leading in 95 seats, while the ruling Left Democratic Front trails at 39. The National Democratic Alliance is ahead in four constituencies. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is trailing in Dharmadom against Congress candidate VP Abdul Rasheed, who expanded his lead from 733 to 2,523 votes by the second round. Fourteen ministers also face potential defeat, signalling a major setback for the incumbent government and a shifting political landscape. (PC: The Tribune)

Mamata Banerjee trailed Suvendu Adhikari after the second counting round in Bhabanipur, reversing her initial lead. According to the Election Commission of India, Adhikari secured 6,380 votes against Banerjee’s 4,822, a deficit of 1,558 votes. Earlier, Banerjee led by 1,996 votes in the first round, highlighting volatile early trends. Counting across 293 constituencies in West Bengal continues under tight security. The Bhabanipur seat remains a high-stakes contest, with Adhikari positioned as the Bharatiya Janata Party’s key challenger. Further shifts are expected as more rounds conclude. (PC: X)

Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is heading towards a strong debut in the 2026 Tamil Nadu election, with early trends showing it crossing 100 seats. The party is nearing the majority mark of 118 seats. TVK spokesperson Felix Gerald said, “DMK was running about in a dark room, now they know the reality, TVK will form govt on its own.” The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is leading in over 50 seats. Voting was held on April 23. Security has been increased at Vijay’s residence and party office. (PC: X)

Pawan Khera said allies performed strongly in the Assam Assembly Elections 2026, even as early trends showed the National Democratic Alliance crossing the majority mark comfortably. The Indian National Congress leader avoided direct comments on BJP’s lead, asserting there is a “wave of change” and urging patience for final results. Meanwhile, Khera has been involved in legal controversy over earlier allegations concerning Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife, adding a political backdrop to ongoing developments during the counting process.

Early trends in West Bengal show the Bharatiya Janata Party expanding beyond its North Bengal strongholds. The party is leading in districts like Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri, which have been its base. It is also gaining in the tribal-dominated Jangalmahal region, including Medinipur. BJP leader Sankar Kumar Guchhait is ahead in Medinipur. The party is also leading in parts of the Presidency region, including Howrah Dakshin and Howrah Uttar. The All India Trinamool Congress is ahead in Howrah Madhya. Counting is still in early stages, and trends may change. (PC: X)

Supporters of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam expressed anger in Chennai after trends showed the party trailing third in Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. Workers removed banners and poles at a party office, with some later saying they would restore them. Many supporters broke down, shocked that actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam surged ahead. Early results show TVK leading with over 96 seats, followed by All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam at 71 and DMK at 58. Vijay is leading in Tiruchirappalli East and Perambur, intensifying speculation of future alliances.

Early trends in Kerala show the Congress-led United Democratic Front crossing the majority mark. The alliance is leading in 77 seats in initial counting. This puts the UDF ahead in the race to form the government. Counting began in the morning and is still in progress. Officials expect a clearer picture by the afternoon. The results are important for all three fronts in the state. The Left Democratic Front and the Bharatiya Janata Party are also in the contest. Trends may change as more rounds of counting are completed. (PC: X)

The Indian National Congress faces significant hurdles in the Assam Assembly Elections 2026. Weak grassroots organisation after 2016 and 2021 defeats has limited vote conversion, while the Bharatiya Janata Party has expanded its cadre across regions. Leadership issues, internal exits, and inconsistent messaging have hurt cohesion, unlike BJP’s unified leadership under Himanta Biswa Sarma. Alliance management with AIUDF and others remains problematic due to poor vote transfer. BJP’s welfare-driven governance has strengthened its support base. Meanwhile, Congress lacks a clear counter-narrative, and fragmented electoral arithmetic further complicates its prospects in the state. (PC: X)