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Former TMC spokesperson Riju Dutta issued an unconditional public apology to UP cadre IPS Ajay Pal Sharma for his earlier remarks. Dutta stated his comments were made as a party spokesperson, not out of personal animosity, and expressed regret for his words. The controversy stemmed from Dutta's accusations against Sharma during the West Bengal Assembly elections.

For actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay, the days following the May 4 Tamil Nadu assembly election results were less about celebration and more about survival arithmetic. TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, placing Vijay within striking distance of the chief minister’s chair but still 10 short of the majority mark of 118.

KPCC president Sunny Joseph stated that AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi will soon announce Kerala's next chief minister after interviewing three contenders. Joseph indicated no further state-level discussions are needed, with the Congress leadership holding the final decision. Camps backing K.C. Venugopal, V.D. Satheesan, and Ramesh Chennithala remain hopeful, each presenting their case to the high command.

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Kerala's next chief minister remains undecided as the Congress high command deliberates between K C Venugopal, V D Satheesan, and Ramesh Chennithala. Lobbying intensifies for the top post, with leaders awaiting a final decision based on merit and political considerations. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi are key in the process, urging unity and discipline.

Telangana Rakshana Sena Chief Kalvakuntla Kavitha clarified her political fight is against her father K. Chandrashekar Rao as BRS president, not personally. She launched her new platform with a five-point 'Panchanjanyam' plan for 'Sarvodaya Telangana,' focusing on education, healthcare, farmer support, and employment. Kavitha also criticized the Congress government's welfare fund utilization and proposed federal structure changes.

Exit polls for five assembly elections proved indicative, not definitive, as results day revealed surprising outcomes. While some projections accurately predicted trends in Kerala and Assam, West Bengal and Tamil Nadu witnessed dramatic shifts, with unexpected victories and significant political realignments challenging pre-election forecasts.

K Kavitha, daughter of former Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao, launched a new political outfit, Telangana Rashtra Sena (TRS), in Hyderabad. She stated the BRS party deviated from its core Telangana aspirations. Kavitha, who claims expulsion from BRS, emphasized her commitment to the state's development and people, viewing them as her family.

K Kavitha is launching a new political party in Telangana, aiming to fulfill the region's "unfinished agenda." She stated her supporters were expelled from the BRS, not that they left. Kavitha emphasized her deep connection to Telangana and its people, viewing them as her family, despite strained ties with her father's party and family.

Samajwadi Party's Bhiwandi unit has issued a show-cause notice to MLA Rais Sheikh for alleged anti-party activities and indiscipline, including campaigning for Congress candidates during local elections. The notice cites violations of party constitution and directives, with Sheikh denying receipt and calling allegations baseless. Internal rifts are highlighted amid reported differences with state president Abu Asim Azmi.

Trinamool Congress released a video alleging Humayun Kabir sought Rs 1,000 crore from BJP for post-election support. The video claims a strategy to mislead Muslim voters was discussed. Kabir denies the allegations, calling it an AI-generated conspiracy. The controversy revives memories of past sting operations in Bengal politics.

As Assam's election campaign drew to a close, the BJP fervently promoted their 'jati-mati-bheti' ideology while the Congress leveled fierce criticisms against CM Sarma. The delimitation process has shifted the political terrain, significantly influencing the Muslim electorate.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a sharp attack on Congress leaders ahead of state elections, vowing strong action against Pawan Khera and dismissing allegations of family assets abroad. He asserted his party's confidence in winning over 100 seats, while his wife refuted claims of Dubai business interests and questioned Congress's own disclosures.

Assam CM's wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, vehemently denied Congress claims of holding foreign passports and undisclosed overseas assets. She challenged Assam Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi to disclose his wife's bank account details in Pakistan. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accused the Congress of using fake, Pakistan-sourced documents and stated an FIR was filed.

In a significant political development, Sanjay Saraogi, the Bihar BJP President, revealed that Nitish Kumar is set to be sworn in as a Rajya Sabha member on April 10. This move could herald a substantial shift in Bihar's leadership dynamics. Consequently, the NDA allies are gearing up to determine the next Chief Minister of Bihar.