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The vibrant atmosphere at Gandhi Maidan is preparing for an unforgettable swearing-in ceremony on May 7, as Bihar welcomes a new cabinet under BJP leadership. Esteemed guests, including Prime Minister Modi and prominent party figures from BJP, JD(U), LJP, and HAM, are expected to grace the event.

The newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor Vijay, won two seats while its alliance partner, Puducherry-based party, Neyam Makkal Katchi (NMK) won one seat. TVK candidates have secured a significant number of votes, impacting the winning margins between the two major alliances.

Karnataka Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni has been disqualified from the state legislative assembly following his conviction in the murder case of BJP leader Yogeshgouda Goudar. The disqualification, effective from his conviction date of April 15, 2026, will last for six years after his release from life imprisonment.

The Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab moved a confidence motion in the state assembly following the defection of seven MPs to the BJP. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann asserted the party's strength and national presence, aiming to dispel rumors of instability. AAP holds a significant majority in the 117-member assembly.

Congress candidate Ramesh Pisharody secured victory in the 2026 Palakkad assembly elections, defeating BJP's Sobha Surendran by 13,147 votes. This win highlights the constituency's dynamic political landscape, where the INC has maintained a strong presence amidst fluctuating electoral fortunes and the rising influence of the BJP.

Akhil Gogoi, leader of Raijor Dal, has made headlines as the standout opposition figure following Assam's assembly elections, successfully holding onto his Sibsagar seat. This victory stands out, particularly in light of his previous experiences with arrest under the UAPA.