Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan credited the impressive victory in the assembly election to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “double engine government” and useful initiatives such as the Ladli Scheme.

The BJP has won 163 seats against the Congress’s 64 in the 230-member assembly, the leads show. The party has also won in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, previously held by the Congress.

“Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in the hearts of the people of Madhya Pradesh. The work done by the double-engine government, whether in the Centre or the state, such as the Ladli scheme, has helped uplift people and improve their lives. All of us have worked hard together,” Mr Chouhan told NDTV today.

“I have always said this, and I will say it again, that I never saw any feelings of anti-incumbency among the people. They are pro-incumbency. Some Congress people tried to mislead the people, but people trusted us,” the Chief Minister said.

On whether he would become Chief Minister for a fifth time, the seasoned BJP leader said, “I do not take decisions on such a matter. The party decides our roles.”

Polling in the single-phase election on November 17 saw an impressive turnout of 77.82 per cent, surpassing the 2018 voting percentage of 75.63 per cent.

The people voted for 2,533 candidates in 230 constituencies. There were 5.59 lakh eligible voters.

Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram tied the knot on November 29 in Imphal, marking their union in a joyous celebration. The newlyweds shared a series of fresh photos from their wedding party, showcasing their happiness surrounded by close friends and family. Randeep adorned a white and golden ethnic attire, while Lin looked resplendent in a traditional Manipuri golden ensemble.

In their joint Instagram post, Randeep Hooda and Lin expressed, “From ‘I’ to ‘we’ in a happily ever after.” The pictures captured candid moments of the couple posing together and also featured Randeep’s sister, Anjali Hooda, delivering a heartfelt speech in traditional Manipuri attire.

Heart emojis and warm wishes flooded the comments section from both celebrities and fans.

Randeep and Lin exchanged vows in a traditional Meitei ceremony, later sharing their official wedding album on Instagram. Randeep donned a traditional white kurta paired with a yellow headgear (koyet), while Lin dazzled in a potloi (also known as polloi), accentuated by a stunning blouse and adorned with elaborate gold jewellery.

Suhana Khan, poised for her acting debut in The Archies, recently discussed her strategy for managing online criticism. Suhana revealed her approach to handling negativity involves compartmentalisation.

In an interview with a prominent news outlet, she acknowledged the challenge of dealing with adverse comments. Reflecting on the impact of such remarks, Suhana expressed that the experience has heightened her appreciation for kindness.

When interacting with individuals, especially among gatherings like college events, Suhana finds solace in the warmth and positivity expressed towards her. These real-life encounters contrast with the negative aspects of online trolling, providing her with clarity and perspective.

Following the release of the interview clip, fans swiftly praised Suhana for her maturity and poise. Some admirers lauded her astuteness, drawing comparisons to other celebs in the Bollywood industry, while others acknowledged her wisdom akin to that of her father Shah Rukh Khan.

Suhana Khan eagerly anticipates her debut in The Archies on OTT, scheduled for release on December 7. The film also marks the debut of Agastya Nanda, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson, and Khushi Kapoor, the younger daughter of the late Sridevi.