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    Live! TVK chief Vijay appointed Legislative Party leader

    BJP set to form Bengal government for first time, retain Assam; TVK emerges single-largest in Tamil Nadu; UDF sweeps Kerala, Mamata alleges ‘stolen mandate’

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    Counting of votes today (May 4) will drop the curtain on the recent election action in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, West Bengal and Assam. From hours on the treadmill, to walking, cycling, swimming and sticking to light, home-cooked food, leaders across political parties have their own ways to remain fighting fit for the job. But post-poll care is needed to ensure the body returns to baseline health, say experts.
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      Trump reacts to Iran peace proposal, signals scepticism over deal acceptance

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      Ukrainian drones ignite Russia’s oil heartland, black rain falls on Black Sea

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      Madame Tussauds launches ‘Icons of India’ exhibit featuring film and cricket stars

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      Iran teases ‘secret’ underwater weapon as Khamenei warns US amid Gulf tensions

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      Mittal family, Adar Poonawalla get $1.65B majority stake in Rajasthan Royals

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      India gifts scoreboard to Jamaica's historic Sabina Park ground

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      Vinesh Phogat says she complained against Brij Bhushan, warns govt ahead of Gonda return

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      KL Rahul, Nissanka fire; DC chase down RR's massive total

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      Sai Pallavi’s Hindi an issue for playing Sita? But Aamir Khan calls her the best

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      Jailer 2 shooting wrapped: Everything we know about Rajinikanth's film

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