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Himachal Pradesh: 9 dead as temple collapses in Shimla, CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu to visit site

Dozens are feared to be trapped in a landslide at the temple in the Summer Hill area.

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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that around nine people have died after a Shiv temple in Shimla collapsed due to heavy rainfall on Monday. According to reports, dozens are feared to be trapped in a landslide at the temple in the Summer Hill area. Police and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) officials are at present conducting rescue operations.

According to an official, nearly 50 devotees had assembled in the Shiv temple to offer prayers on the occasion of Sawan, when the incident took place. Speaking on the matter, the Chief Minister asserted that the local administration is diligently working to clear the debris in an attempt to rescue individuals who may still be trapped. In a tweet, the chief minister wrote that distressing news has emerged from Shimla, where the Shiv Mandir at Summer Hill collapsed as a result of heavy rainfall. He added that as of now, nine bodies have been retrieved. 

The Chief Minister is likely to visit the accident spot. Speaking to India Today, the Chief Minister said that it has been raining continuously for the last 48 hours in the state. The water level of the Beas river has increased and some people have died in rain-related incidents. He added that he is going to visit the site and that all officials are engaged in the rescue operations. 

In addition, the rains and landslides have caused widespread damages to crops, fertile land and official and private buildings in all parts of Hamirpur. The district administration has advised the people not to venture out and avoid going near the Beas river bank and nullahs. The local weather station has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall, thunderstorm and lightning at isolated places from August 14 to August 17 and forecasted a wet spell in the state till August 19.

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Vijay expresses gratitude to Modi, Rahul Gandhi for congratulatory messages after poll victory

Vijay thanked PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi after his party’s strong Tamil Nadu poll performance, promising governance focused on public welfare.

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Actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay has thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for congratulating him on his party’s strong performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026.

Vijay, who leads the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), acknowledged the wishes shared by both leaders following the party’s impressive electoral debut, which has significantly altered the political landscape of Tamil Nadu.

Responding to the Prime Minister on social media platform X, Vijay said that his party’s focus would remain on public welfare and development. He emphasised that governance should rise above political differences and aim at improving the lives of the people.

“The well-being of our people remains our only goal… we shall focus on the state’s progress and welfare,” he said, while also expressing hope for support from the Union government in achieving these objectives.

The TVK has emerged as a major political force in the state, breaking the long-standing dominance of traditional parties and marking a major shift in Tamil Nadu’s political dynamics.

According to early developments, the party has staked claim to form the government and may seek additional support if required to prove its majority in the assembly.

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Mamata Banerjee questions poll process, targets Election Commission after defeat

Mamata Banerjee accuses the Election Commission of misconduct after BJP’s historic win in West Bengal, questioning the fairness of the electoral process.

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TMC chief alleges irregularities in electoral process as BJP secures decisive victory in West Bengal

Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Election Commission of India, accusing it of playing “nasty games” during the recently concluded West Bengal Assembly elections.

Reacting to her party’s defeat, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief alleged that the electoral process was not conducted fairly and raised serious concerns over the role of authorities in the outcome.

According to reports, Banerjee claimed that the mandate did not reflect the true will of the people, suggesting that irregularities and manipulation may have influenced the results. She questioned the credibility of the election process and indicated that her party would review the situation further.

The remarks came after the Bharatiya Janata Party registered a historic win in West Bengal, marking a major political shift in the state.

Banerjee’s criticism adds to a series of allegations made during and after the election period, where she had earlier also raised concerns about counting procedures and the conduct of central agencies.

Despite the setback, the TMC leadership has signalled that it will continue to challenge the results politically, while maintaining that democratic norms must be upheld.

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Himanta Biswa Sarma attacks Congress after Assam win, says people made Pawan Khera eat Pera

Himanta Biswa Sarma targets Congress after BJP’s Assam win, saying voters made Pawan Khera eat pera.

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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a sharp attack on the Congress after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led alliance secured a decisive victory in the 2026 Assam Assembly elections.

Reacting to the results, Sarma took a swipe at Congress leader Pawan Khera, saying that the people of Assam had made him “eat pera,” a remark aimed at highlighting the party’s defeat in the state.

The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) registered a commanding win, marking its third consecutive term in Assam. The BJP itself won a significant number of seats, while its allies — the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) — also contributed to the alliance’s strong tally.

The victory underlines the BJP’s continued dominance in the northeastern state, with Sarma emerging as the central figure in the party’s campaign and governance narrative.

Political observers note that the scale of the mandate reflects voter support for the party’s leadership and its governance approach, even as the opposition struggled to mount an effective challenge.

With this result, the BJP has further strengthened its position in Assam’s political landscape, while the Congress faces renewed questions over its performance in the state.

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