Manoj Tiwary

The 40-year-old, who is Bengal’s highest run-scorer in first-class cricket with 10,195 runs, served as minister of state for sports in the Mamata Banerjee-led government. The government completed its 15-year term before the BJP won the latest assembly elections on Monday.

Mumbai Indians' IPL 2026 playoff hopes are all but over after an eight-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings. Languishing in ninth place with two wins from nine matches, the star-studded team is struggling significantly. Former cricketers believe captain Hardik Pandya lacks support, and inconsistency across the squad is hindering results.

BJP workers celebrated their lead in West Bengal Assembly elections with traditional Bengali meals and sweets like fish curry, rosogolla, and jhalmuri. Similar food-based celebrations, including litti chokha and jalebi, were observed in past elections in Bihar and Haryana, highlighting food's role in political victories.

BJP has nominated Pravesh Wahi, a three-term councillor and leader of the House, as its candidate for the MCD mayoral election. With a party majority and AAP opting out, Wahi is poised for victory. He has a long organizational background with RSS and its affiliates, and upon election, plans to focus on improving sanitation, parks, and streetlighting.

Your personal year ahead brings the influence of Number 9. Career and finance prospects look positive with potential income improvement and recognition for past efforts. Relationships may require open communication to avoid misunderstandings. Health calls for attention to routine and balance. Travel plans might face minor disruptions. This period offers opportunities for growth and stability.

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari will attend five election campaign programs in West Bengal today ahead of the Assembly elections 2026.

Kolkata Knight Riders face early season struggles. The team seeks its first win, with a single point from a rain-affected match. Both batting and bowling units need improvement. Sunil Narine's batting position and Ajinkya Rahane's leadership are under discussion. Cameron Green and Finn Allen are yet to deliver impactful performances.

IIM Mumbai is launching its inaugural 4-year Bachelor's in Digital Science and Business Management this year, a collaborative effort with IIT Bombay and industry partners. This program aims to equip students with skills at the intersection of technology and business leadership, with a guaranteed 100% placement for the business management aspect.

West Bengal's political arena reveals a significant concentration of wealth among candidates for the upcoming Assembly elections. Data shows several sitting MLAs, predominantly from the ruling Trinamool Congress, possess substantial assets, with some exceeding Rs 67 crore. This highlights the growing influence of personal wealth in electoral politics as the state prepares for polls.

During a lively segment on The Great Indian Kapil Show, Ravi Kishan cheekily responded to Manoj Tiwari's boast about introducing him to the political arena. With a glint in his eye, Kishan declared that he was the true mentor for both Tiwari and Nirahua, having taught them the very essentials like walking, speaking, and even crafting impactful lines.

Trinamool Congress announced its 291 candidates for the upcoming assembly elections, with Mamata Banerjee contesting from Bhowanipore. The party aims for 226 seats, urging opposition parties to unite against the BJP. While retaining many old guards, 74 incumbent MLAs were dropped, making way for new faces and youth.

Trinamool Congress dropped 74 MLAs and shifted 15 in its candidate list, retaining 135 out of 209 sitting legislators. This significant reshuffle aims to counter anti-incumbency, with party surveys indicating declining popularity of some sitting MLAs. The BJP also dropped at least eight MLAs from its first list of candidates.