It's TMC vs BJP in Bengal in 2026. The Left and Congress, once driving forces in the state, fight a battle for survival and relevance, as the binary emerges at the fore.
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The comparison refers to the way AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi contests elections in Muslim-dominated constituencies across states. In a similar manner, Soren is also being seen as a pan-Indian tribal leader, thereby targeting constituencies with tribal populations.
AIADMK’s survival battle and TVK’s entry could make Tamil Nadu polls a game changer
For the Congress, which has been out of power in the state for a decade, a win is a must; for the Left, the verdict will determine its relevance as a national electoral force.
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CEC Kumar said that around 17.4 crore voters will be be casting their votes across West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Keralam and Puducherry.
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Oscars 2026 Full Winners List: One Battle After Another Leads With 6 Wins Followed By Sinners With 4
Oscars 2026 Full Winners List: The 98th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET.
Jessie Buckley won the Best Actress award for Hamnet (2025), becoming the first Irish performer to claim the honour. She was nominated alongside Emma Stone, Kate Hudson, Renate Reinsve and Rose Byrne.
Autumn Durald Arkapaw made Oscars history after winning Best Cinematography for Sinners. The filmmaker became the first woman and the first woman of colour to win the category, marking a landmark moment for representation in the traditionally male-dominated field.
At the 98th Academy Awards, Javier Bardem used his brief appearance on stage to highlight anti-war sentiment and solidarity with civilians affected by Israel’s war on Gaza.
Jessie Buckley won the Best Actress award for Hamnet (2025), becoming the first Irish performer to claim the honour. She was nominated alongside Emma Stone, Kate Hudson, Renate Reinsve and Rose Byrne.
Autumn Durald Arkapaw made Oscars history after winning Best Cinematography for Sinners. The filmmaker became the first woman and the first woman of colour to win the category, marking a landmark moment for representation in the traditionally male-dominated field.
At the 98th Academy Awards, Javier Bardem used his brief appearance on stage to highlight anti-war sentiment and solidarity with civilians affected by Israel’s war on Gaza.
Ryan Coogler won Best Original Screenplay for Sinners at the Oscars 2026, marking his first Academy Award. The filmmaker delivered an emotional speech thanking collaborators, Warner Bros., and his family as the film’s remarkable awards run continued.
Actress Saja Kilani, from The Voice Of Hind Rajab wears an “Artists4Ceasefire” pin and speaks up about global conflicts and the power of visibility through cinema.
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A rare tie occurred at the Oscars 2026 as The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva jointly won Best Live Action Short Film. The surprise announcement was made by Kumail Nanjiani, marking the first Oscar tie in more than a decade.
Oscars 2026: Sean Penn won his third acting Oscar for his role in One Battle After Another.
KPop Demon Hunters won Best Animated Feature at the Oscars 2026, marking a major moment for Asian representation in global cinema. Co-director Maggie Kang dedicated the award to Korea and Koreans worldwide, while the team reflected on the film’s cultural impact and global success.
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This year marks a healthy break from a tradition wherein lead and supporting performance categories have frequently been switched and manipulated.
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Ra Karthik's film, starring Priyanka Mohan and Park Hye-jin, attempts to explore the cultural bridge between Tamil Nadu and South Korea. However, it delivers a scattered coming-of-age story that never quite discovers what it wants to say.
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