Imagine waking up to the news that'll shape the future of your state and country. That's exactly what's happening on May 4, as election results for West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry are set to be declared.

These five states have been abuzz with election fever for weeks, with top leaders from major parties vying for power. In West Bengal, the ruling Trinamool Congress is facing stiff competition from the BJP. Meanwhile, in Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is looking to secure another term for the BJP-led government.

But what's the timeline for the results? Counting begins at 8 AM, with postal ballots being counted first. These votes are crucial, as they're cast by service voters, election duty staff, and people with disabilities. The Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) can start being counted 30 minutes after the postal ballots are counted.

As counting progresses, early trends will begin to emerge by 9 to 9:30 AM. By the afternoon, a clearer picture will start to form. And by evening, the final results will be in. But don't worry if you can't make it to the counting centers – there are plenty of ways to stay updated.

You can catch all the action on the Election Commission of India's website, where seat-wise results will be displayed. Plus, major news networks like Times Now will provide minute-by-minute analysis and seat-wise projections. Tune in to their live streams on YouTube or follow them on digital platforms like Timesnow.in.

So, mark your calendars for May 4 and get ready to join the conversation. Who will win? Will it be the ruling parties or the opposition? The suspense is building up, and we can't wait to find out!

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