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.

India news: West Bengal wakes to a new political reality

After years of making steady inroads, Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party has clinched West Bengal at the polls. Meanwhile, India's foreign ministry condemned Iran over an attack on the UAE. Follow live.

SIR, yes SIR: How voter deletions impacted West Bengal elections

West Bengal witnessed a significant political shift as the BJP formed its first government, largely influenced by the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. This exercise, which removed nearly 12% of voters, disproportionately affected minority communities and became a central, contentious issue, reshaping voting trends and contributing to the BJP's surge across the state.

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Rahul Gandhi, Arvind Kejriwal question West Bengal verdict; BJP calls it ‘sour grapes’

The Bharatiya Janata Party secured a sweeping victory in West Bengal by securing 207 of the 294 seats, while the ruling Trinamool Congress was reduced to 80.

India’s Modi celebrates ‘record’ win in opposition-held West Bengal

The results should put the Indian prime minister on a stronger footing ahead of a general election in 2029.

What we know about big wins for Modi's BJP in India's state elections - and why it matters

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party scored a landmark victory in the opposition stronghold of West Bengal on Monday (May 4) - a state that the party has never ruled before.

West Bengal polls: The dubious logic of ‘logical discrepancy’ - The Daily Star

West Bengal polls: The dubious logic of ‘logical discrepancy’  The Daily Star

Modi celebrates ‘record’ victory in opposition-held West Bengal - Kuwait Times

Modi celebrates ‘record’ victory in opposition-held West Bengal  Kuwait Times