West Bengal elections: PM Modi pledges citizenship for Matua Namasudras under CAA

PM Modi also offered prayers at Thakurbari, the main temple of the Matua Mahasangha at Thakurnagar in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district before his poll rally in the area. His visit to the headquarters of the community, housing the shrines of the sect's founders Hari Chand and Guru Chand Thakur, is seen as an outreach to Matua voters who influence at least 34 assembly seats directly and another two dozen along the Bangladesh border.

'Data over dynasties': Grok picks Narendra Modi over Rahul Gandhi in hypothetical vote for PM

Grok, the AI chatbot, has sparked renewed debate by hypothetically stating it would vote for Prime Minister Narendra Modi if it were an Indian citizen. The chatbot cited economic growth, infrastructure, and digital transformation as reasons for its preference, contrasting this with Rahul Gandhi's focus on welfare critiques.

'Left out of disgust, not fear': Raghav Chadha attacks AAP over Sheesh Mahal 2.0 after joining BJP

Raghav Chadha, a prominent AAP leader, has quit the party citing disappointment and disgust, not fear, over alleged corruption and a "Sheesh Mahal" controversy. He stated that seven MPs are leaving together, believing the AAP has fallen into compromised hands. Chadha's departure follows weeks of escalating tensions and his removal as deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann seeks President Murmu's intervention after Raghav Chadha-led AAP exodus in Rajya Sabha

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will meet President Murmu to seek the recall of seven AAP MPs, including six from Punjab, who have joined the BJP. This move follows Raghav Chadha's announcement that two-thirds of AAP's Rajya Sabha members are merging with the BJP, citing the party's deviation from its principles.

Fresh bid to impeach CEC Gyanesh Kumar: Opposition submits new notice signed by 73 MPs in Rajya Sabha

Opposition parties have submitted a fresh notice in Rajya Sabha seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, backed by 73 MPs. This follows earlier rejected impeachment notices, with accusations of 'partial conduct' favoring the ruling BJP, particularly concerning electoral roll revisions. The move occurs amidst political tensions surrounding West Bengal's assembly elections.

'Let the notice come, we will reply': Congress chief Kharge reacts to EC ultimatum over 'terrorist' remark

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has responded to an Election Commission notice regarding his "terrorist" remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kharge stated his party would reply to the EC's ultimatum, which warned of action if he failed to explain his stand within 24 hours. The controversial comment was made during campaigning in Chennai.

Watch: Stones thrown at Bengal BJP Agnimitra Paul's car in Asansol, rear window shattered; complaint filed

BJP leader Agnimitra Paul's car was vandalized in a stone-pelting incident in Asansol after she exited a polling booth. Paul alleged a deliberate attempt to influence the elections and filed a complaint. Contesting from Asansol South, she expressed confidence in the BJP's prospects, calling the election a 'war to save Bengal' focused on jobs and development.