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Assembly Election 2023 results: BJP wins Tripura, Nagaland; Meghalaya hung house leaves room open for post-poll magic

With the first set of Assembly polls over, the heat is in the Opposition camp, particularly the Congress, to come up with better strategies in the other polls ahead in the election pipeline this year.

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The BJP stormed back to power in Tripura and Nagaland, with ally Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party, and is set to explore options in Meghalaya’s hung assembly with the National People’s Party of CM Conrad Sangma.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked the voters of Tripura and Nagaland for reposing their faith in the party and its allies, respectively. The PM thanked voters in Meghalaya and said the party hopes to serve them better to win their trust.

In Tripura, the BJP won 32 seats alone and ally IPFT’s one seat making it 33 compared to its previous 43 in the 60-member House. In Nagaland, the NDPP won 25 of the 60 Assembly seats and the BJP winning 12, making it past the winning mark of 31 with comfort. The Congress came a cropper in Nagaland while its coalition with the Left in Tripura saw the combine get 14 seats. Tripura saw the emergence of the Tipra Motha Party which won 13 seats, led by Pradyot Manikya Debburman, an ex-royal and a former chief of the Congress Tripura unit.

In Meghalaya, the BJP couldn’t succeed as much as in the other two states, winning 2 seats. Wit Conrad Sangma making a call to Home Minister Amit Shah, the post-poll arithmetic is in the process of being formulated.

The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) which won 5 seats compared to the BJP’s 2 was left crestfallen on reports of post-poll talks. The United Democratic Party (UDP) claimed victory on 11 seats while Congress could only bag 5 seats.

In Nagaland, the National Democratic Progressive Party led by Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio is set to return for its 5th term.

Tripura went to the polls on February 16, and polling in Meghalaya and Nagaland was held on February 27. With the first set of Assembly polls over, the heat is in the Opposition camp, particularly the Congress, to come up with better strategies in the other polls ahead in the election pipeline this year.

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Blasts outside defence establishments in Punjab within 2 hours trigger security alarm

Two explosions near defence-linked locations in Punjab within two hours have triggered alarm and heightened security across the state.

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Two explosion incidents reported within a span of around two hours near key defence-linked locations in Punjab have raised serious security concerns and triggered political reactions.

The first incident took place near the Border Security Force (BSF) headquarters in Jalandhar, where a blast involving a delivery scooter was reported in a populated area. The proximity of the explosion to a sensitive security installation immediately drew the attention of authorities.

Shortly after, another blast was reported near a military-linked area in Amritsar, further heightening concerns over security preparedness in the border state. Police and security agencies responded swiftly, deploying bomb disposal squads and forensic teams at both locations.

Officials confirmed that no casualties were reported in either incident. However, the back-to-back nature of the explosions caused panic in nearby areas and prompted authorities to place the state on high alert.

Political leaders reacted strongly, questioning the handling of security and pointing to possible lapses. They urged authorities to take preventive steps to avoid such incidents in the future.

Punjab, being a strategically important border state, remains sensitive to such developments. Investigations are currently underway to determine the cause of the explosions and whether there are any links between the two incidents.

Security has been tightened around key installations, with agencies assessing whether the blasts were isolated events or part of a broader threat.

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Retired bureaucrats appointed by Mamata Banerjee barred from Bengal offices ahead of BJP government formation

Retired bureaucrats appointed under Mamata Banerjee have been barred from government offices as West Bengal prepares for a BJP-led administration.

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In a significant administrative development following the West Bengal Assembly election results, several retired bureaucrats appointed during the tenure of Mamata Banerjee have reportedly been barred from entering state government offices.

The decision comes at a time when the Bharatiya Janata Party is preparing to form its first government in the state after securing a decisive mandate. The move is seen as part of the transition process as the outgoing administration makes way for the incoming regime.

Officials indicated that the restrictions apply specifically to retired personnel who had been given contractual or advisory roles under the previous government. These individuals have now been asked not to access offices or handle official work.

The development follows a broader directive issued by the state administration to ensure that no official documents or records are removed, damaged, or tampered with during the transition period. Authorities have emphasised strict accountability, placing responsibility on departmental heads to safeguard files and maintain proper records.

The political backdrop to this move is the sweeping victory of the BJP in the 2026 West Bengal elections, marking a major shift in the state’s political landscape after years of Trinamool Congress rule.

With the new government expected to take charge soon, administrative reshuffling and tightening of access to government infrastructure are being viewed as measures to ensure a smooth and transparent handover of power.

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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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