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Akhilesh Yadav demands ballot paper voting and slams EVMs and BJP economic policies

Akhilesh Yadav demands ballot paper voting and slams EVMs and BJP economic policies

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav renewed his push for ballot paper voting in India, pointing to the UK’s recent election process. He criticized the BJP for relying on Electronic Voting Machines and also attacked the government’s economic policies. Yadav said he is confident of defeating the BJP next and urged parties to unite to protect democracy and the Constitution.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
Bengal CEO orders arrests over post poll violence as TMC protests EVM storage claims

Bengal CEO orders arrests over post poll violence as TMC protests EVM storage claims

West Bengal’s Chief Electoral Officer has ordered immediate arrests in response to alleged post-poll violence. At the same time, Trinamool Congress candidates staged a protest outside an EVM strongroom in Kolkata, alleging procedural issues in EVM storage. The CEO rejected the irregularity claims, saying EVMs are secure, and announced central forces will stay in the state ahead of May 4 counting.

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

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Thrithala Election Result 2026 LIVE V T Balram edges ahead of M B Rajesh in early EVM rounds

Thrithala Election Result 2026 LIVE V T Balram edges ahead of M B Rajesh in early EVM rounds

Thrithala Assembly Election Result 2026 is underway as counting moves through the first EVM rounds. V.T. Balram has extended an early lead over M.B. Rajesh, with trends indicating the gap is widening as the pace of counting picks up. Watch for round-wise updates and official ECI winner data as results evolve in real time.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 4 May 2026
How India counts votes on May 4 for major state results explained step by step

How India counts votes on May 4 for major state results explained step by step

The Election Commission will announce results for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry on May 4. Counting starts at 8:00 AM with postal ballots, followed by EVM votes. After each round, VVPAT verification strengthens transparency, and final outcomes are expected by Monday evening as updates are shared round-wise.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
West Bengal vote counting hit protests as residents allege TMC threats in Falta

West Bengal vote counting hit protests as residents allege TMC threats in Falta

Ahead of West Bengal Assembly election vote counting, residents in Falta, South 24 Parganas protested alleged threats by Trinamool Congress cadre. CRPF and RAF were deployed amid heightened security across sensitive areas. Repolling is underway in some constituencies due to irregularities, while concerns have surfaced about EVM strongrooms, prompting tighter checks.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 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

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Suvendu Adhikari backs repoll in Magrahat West, demands Falta also gets recount

Suvendu Adhikari backs repoll in Magrahat West, demands Falta also gets recount

West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari welcomed repolling across 15 polling stations in Magrahat West amid allegations of EVM tampering. While praising the action, he urged that repolls should extend to the entire Falta assembly segment too, saying the BJP’s lotus symbol was allegedly covered with tape at some booths. The dispute adds pressure to election officials.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 2 May 2026
TMC Shashi Panja Alleges CCTV Disruptions in Bengal Strong Rooms

TMC Shashi Panja Alleges CCTV Disruptions in Bengal Strong Rooms

Trinamool Congress leader Shashi Panja has written to West Bengal’s Chief Electoral Officer, alleging intermittent CCTV disruptions in strong rooms. She says the lapses could jeopardize the security of electronic voting machines and asks for immediate access to complete surveillance records. Panja also flags the possibility of agitation if concerns are not addressed promptly, pressing for corrective action.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 2 May 2026
ECI orders repoll in West Bengal today at 15 booths over EVM and webcast failures

ECI orders repoll in West Bengal today at 15 booths over EVM and webcast failures

The Election Commission of India has ordered a repoll on May 2 for 15 polling stations in South 24 Parganas, citing allegations of EVM manipulation and failures in webcasting. The affected sites include 11 stations in Magrahat Paschim and four in Diamond Harbour, and the ECI has voided the results declared on April 29 for those booths.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026
Mamata and Abhishek brief TMC counting agents on EVM strongroom vigilance before May 4

Mamata and Abhishek brief TMC counting agents on EVM strongroom vigilance before May 4

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee will hold a virtual meeting with Trinamool Congress counting agents on Saturday, two days before vote counting on May 4. The leaders will outline duties and protocols aimed at a transparent process, with special emphasis on monitoring EVM strongrooms to prevent any mishaps.

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

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Suvendu Adhikari slams Mamata Banerjee dramabazi at counting centre says BJP verdict stands

Suvendu Adhikari slams Mamata Banerjee dramabazi at counting centre says BJP verdict stands

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of “dramabazi” at a counting centre, dismissing her actions as theatrics that won’t alter the election outcome. Adhikari said he remains confident a BJP government is on the way. Banerjee had earlier visited the counting centre alleging EVM tampering, escalating the political battle around results.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026
Mamata Banerjee storms EVM strongroom as TMC and BJP trade tampering allegations in Kolkata

Mamata Banerjee storms EVM strongroom as TMC and BJP trade tampering allegations in Kolkata

After West Bengal Assembly polls, Kolkata streets turned tense as TMC staged a protest alleging EVM irregularities in strongrooms. Mamata Banerjee visited the counting centre, accusing procedural lapses and possible collusion between BJP and the Election Commission. The Election Commission dismissed the charges, insisting strongrooms were secure throughout.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 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
West Bengal Elections EVM Tampering Claims Spark Probe as Webcast Footage Goes Missing in Falta

West Bengal Elections EVM Tampering Claims Spark Probe as Webcast Footage Goes Missing in Falta

Election officials are investigating allegations of EVM tampering in West Bengal after missing webcasting footage was flagged in Falta, Diamond Harbour, and Magrahat West. The ECI is looking into whether election records were altered or lost, and re-polling has been proposed for 15 booths linked to the complaints, raising fresh concerns about transparency.

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

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EC cuts Bengal counting centres to 77 amid BJP TMC standoff days before results

EC cuts Bengal counting centres to 77 amid BJP TMC standoff days before results

The Election Commission has reduced West Bengal’s election counting centres from the planned 87 to 77, according to an official statement. The decision, announced just days before results with only about 48 hours left, has triggered sharp criticism from the Trinamool Congress. The move comes amid an ongoing BJP-TMC standoff over the EVM and election process.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 1 May 2026
Mamata’s midnight strongroom visit sparks EVM tampering fears and a life or death warning in Bengal

Mamata’s midnight strongroom visit sparks EVM tampering fears and a life or death warning in Bengal

In West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s late-night hours inside a Kolkata strongroom has intensified a standoff over EVM security as the 48-hour countdown to Assembly poll results begins. Trinamool Congress leaders have protested and alleged tampering concerns, while Mamata issued a “life-and-death” warning, setting the stage for a high-voltage political battle ahead of final counting.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 1 May 2026
Mamata’s Midnight Strong Room Visit Sparks EVM Tampering Claims as Bengal Exit Polls Favor BJP

Mamata’s Midnight Strong Room Visit Sparks EVM Tampering Claims as Bengal Exit Polls Favor BJP

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made an unannounced midnight visit to the Bhabanipur strong room, alleging EVM tampering and Election Commission bias. The TMC protested, while exit polls pointing to a BJP win after Bengal’s record 92.47% turnout are fueling the escalating confrontation over the vote count and voting machines.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 1 May 2026
Mamata Banerjee’s midnight protest outside EVM strong room sparks fresh Bengal election accusations

Mamata Banerjee’s midnight protest outside EVM strong room sparks fresh Bengal election accusations

Trinamool Congress leaders staged an overnight dharna outside Netaji Indoor Stadium’s EVM strong room in Kolkata, with Mamata Banerjee joining later. Shashi Panja and Kunal Ghosh alleged collusion between the BJP and ECI, and claimed postal ballot tampering after exit polls predicted a BJP win in West Bengal. The protest escalates tensions ahead of the next phase of polling and counting.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 30 Apr 2026

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Bengal Cop Warns TMC Worker Over EVM Probe Row Fake VVPAT Claim Goes Viral

Bengal Cop Warns TMC Worker Over EVM Probe Row Fake VVPAT Claim Goes Viral

A viral confrontation in Krishnaganj, Nadia during Phase 2 polling in West Bengal has sparked a fresh controversy over voter intimidation and election transparency. A Bengal police officer accused a Trinamool Congress worker of trying to influence voters and carrying suspicious documents near EVMs, while claims around “fake VVPAT” have intensified the political row as results are expected on May 4.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 30 Apr 2026
West Bengal CEO Orders Repoll If EVM Buttons Were Tampered After BJP Tape Allegations

West Bengal CEO Orders Repoll If EVM Buttons Were Tampered After BJP Tape Allegations

West Bengal’s Chief Electoral Officer said repolling will be held for any booth where EVM buttons are found tampered, after BJP alleged tape was used to block its candidate’s voting option in Falta. BJP called it part of a wider pattern. The second phase of polling recorded 39.97% turnout by 11 am.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
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