India's Modi tightens political grip with historic state victory — but can it usher in reforms and draw investors?

The victory of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's political party in state polls dispels worries about his waning popularity, analysts said.

Where Have Modi’s Rivals Gone? India Under One Party

With his triumph in West Bengal state elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has moved closer to his dream of an opposition-free India.

Modi is pushing to get more women into India’s Parliament. That could have other consequences

India’s Parliament has opened debate on a landmark bill to reserve one-third of seats for women, a reform that could also trigger a sweeping redrawing of electoral boundaries and heighten political tensions.
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Modi's Unraveling Has Begun

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is greeted by supporters as he arrives at BJP headquarters in New Delhi on June 4, 2024. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is greeted by supporters as he arrives at BJP headquarters in New Delhi on June 4, 2024.Manish Swarup—AP ...

Modi’s Hindu Nationalists Conquer a Bastion of India’s Opposition

The party of Prime Minister Narendra Modi took control of West Bengal for the first time and made gains around the country. Its defeated opponents accused it of cheating.

Modi’s rival rejects loss, alleges rigged poll in key state

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s rival Mamata Banerjee refused to resign as West Bengal’s chief minister a day after she was defeated by the ruling party in state elections, alleging the polls were manipulated.