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Election Prime on CNN-IBN & IBN7
New Delhi: As we approach the most complex and crucial elections in the history of India, India’s leading general news channels CNN-IBN & IBN7 are ready to provide their viewers a programming line-up which will be extensive. In order to enable viewers to understand even the minutest nuances, CNN-IBN and IBN7 present Election Prime, an exclusive band during the evening prime time which will have comprehensive elections programming.
The network believes that elections are a celebration of democracy hence through its diverse and unique election based programming it aims to reach out to the most critical fragment of elections – the common man. Fronted by IBN Network’s best known anchors, journalists and experts, this exclusive band on CNN-IBN and IBN7 will offer a range of and variety of shows. From the most scientific poll studied to the most detailed profiling of key leaders, special documentaries, extensive polling and counting day coverage to interesting trivia – our programming package will provide an unmatched overview to the viewers.
Rajdeep Sardesai, Editor-in-Chief, CNN-IBN, IBN7 & IBN-Lokmat, said, “This election season, we at IBN Network are all set with our diverse and extensive line up of election programming. Our prime focus is to provide each and every aspect of elections to the viewers so as to empower them to make informed decisions. We are positioning Election Prime as the single window for our viewers to get all relevant information pertaining to General Elections 2014.”
ELECTION PRIME:-
CNN-IBN: 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM
IBN7: 7:30 PM to10:30PM
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UDF poised to return to power in Kerala, says Manorama-CVoter survey
Massive opinion poll projects shift in Kerala politics ahead of 2026 Assembly elections.
MUMBAI: The winds of change appear to be blowing through Kerala’s political landscape and this time, they seem to favour the United Democratic Front. A comprehensive mega opinion survey conducted by Manorama News in partnership with CVoter projects a potential comeback for the UDF in the upcoming Kerala Legislative Assembly Elections 2026. The survey, covering all 140 constituencies with a massive sample size of nearly 90,000 respondents, predicts the UDF could win between 69 and 81 seats.
The ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) is expected to secure 57 to 69 seats, a significant drop from the 99 seats it won in the 2021 elections. This would mean the LDF losing 30 to 42 of its sitting seats. Meanwhile, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), which drew a blank in 2021, is projected to open its account with 1 to 5 seats.
Region-wise, the UDF is expected to make strong gains in Malabar, winning 25 to 34 out of 48 seats, and in Central Kerala, where it could bag 29 to 33 out of 53 seats. In South Kerala, the LDF is likely to retain an edge with 21 to 25 seats, while the UDF may improve to 12 to 16 seats. The NDA could pick up 1 to 3 seats in the southern region.
The survey was conducted between 14 and 26 March 2026, with additional tracker and snap polls carried out from December 2025 to March 2026. A total of 89,693 respondents participated, ensuring representation across all demographics and social segments.
Manorama News has a strong track record of accuracy, with its previous projections closely matching the actual results of the 2019 and 2024 Lok Sabha elections as well as the 2021 Kerala Assembly polls.
In Kerala’s famously fierce political battles, this survey suggests the pendulum may be swinging back. Whether the final verdict matches these numbers or throws up another surprise, one thing is clear, the 2026 Assembly elections are shaping up to be one of the most keenly watched contests in the state’s history.
