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.

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.

Trump congratulates PM Modi over BJP's win in Bengal elections, calls it 'historic, decisive'

US President Donald Trump congratulated PM Narendra Modi on the BJP's massive win in West Bengal, calling it a 'historic, decisive' mandate. The BJP crossed the majority mark with 207 seats and is all set to form its first-ever government in the state.

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.

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: World’s Best Batsman—Never Out

The book illustrates that at the center of the geopolitical casino, lit like Casino Royale, the world’s most powerful leaders and entertainers gather around a velvet poker table. The chips are stacked high: population,
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Modi’s Escalation Trap

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has forged a new counterterrorism doctrine during his decade in power: Any terrorist attack emanating from Pakistan will face a scorching Indian-military response. The policy carries inherent risk, both internationally ...

Modi clinches big wins as opponents ousted in state polls

Two years ago, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was dealt a humbling blow in national elections, failing to win a majority for the first time since he came to power.