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The latest news and top stories on the Bharatiya Janata Party. A prominent India-based political party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is the ruling party in India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Its central office is located in New Delhi. The BJP’s primary mission is rooted in Hindutva, a Hindu nationalist ideology, and integral humanism, aiming for cultural nationalism and national development. Its main areas of focus include governance, promoting Hindu cultural values, social conservatism and economic growth. The party is significant as India’s largest political party, known for policies like abrogating Article 370.

In Islamabad, fireworks light up the sky to mark the first anniversary of Pakistan’s air skirmish with India on May 10. Photo: EPA

India-Pakistan tensions

Why India, Pakistan cannot afford another war right now

Hardline Indian political figures appear to be signalling a thaw in New Delhi-Islamabad ties is imminent, analysts say.

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Bangladesh

Bangladesh turns to China for Teesta river project, testing India ties

16 May 2026 - 1:30PM

Bharatiya Janata Party

Why India, Pakistan cannot afford another war right now

Hardline Indian political figures appear to be signalling a thaw in New Delhi-Islamabad ties is imminent, analysts say.

Bangladesh turns to China for Teesta river project, testing India ties

BJP aide shot dead in India’s West Bengal days after historic election win

What the BJP’s historic West Bengal victory means for Modi’s India

Narendra Modi’s ruling coalition now controls roughly 70 per cent of India’s state legislatures, giving him a historic grip on power.

India PM Modi’s party takes control of West Bengal in key state election

Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party has never governed the state of West Bengal, an opposition stronghold.

A Delhi-Dhaka thaw? India opens door to Sheikh Hasina extradition talks

The former Bangladeshi leader and close Indian ally remains ‘a strategic asset for Delhi’, an analyst says.

Fish and vegetarianism major flashpoints in India’s West Bengal election

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party has promoted dietary restrictions as part of its Hindu nationalist agenda.

India kicks off crucial state elections for Modi’s BJP amid Iran war turmoil

The ruling BJP is looking to break into opposition strongholds, especially in West Bengal, and secure dominance across India.

India overhauls controversial rural jobs scheme despite opposition walkout

The scheme increases guaranteed workdays but shifts funding to states, as opposition cries foul over the changes.

Kick-off in Kolkata: how Lionel Messi was dragged into an Indian election battle

The BJP has latched on to the crowd chaos during Messi’s visit to West Bengal to demand the resignation of the state’s chief minister.

What BJP’s dominance means for India’s democracy and fragmented opposition

The sweeping Bihar election win means Modi’s BJP will face ‘virtually no opposition’ as Congress continues to struggle, analysts warn.

Modi’s alliance poised for Bihar poll win, boosting 2029 hopes

Victory in Bihar is crucial, as the the Hindi-speaking state sends a major bloc to India’s parliament.

‘I miss breathing’: New Delhi’s toxic smog sparks protests, health warnings

Experts warn the worsening winter smog reflects deeper structural failures, urge coordinated action to tackle the annual pollution crisis.

Road to 2026 runs through Bihar: why Indian state vote matters for Modi’s BJP

A win for JDU, BJP’s main coalition partner, would bolster Modi’s authority and tighten his grip on national politics, analysts say.

India begins controversial voter revision in 12 states ahead of elections

Rights groups and opposition parties have filed legal challenges, claiming the exercise was a ‘mere trick to delete the names of genuine voters’.

Why India’s Modi skipped Asean summit in Malaysia

Crucial state elections in Bihar and avoiding an ‘awkward situation’ with Trump among likely factors for Modi’s decision, analysts say.

Death toll climbs to 40 after stampede at political rally for Indian actor Vijay

Footage shows Vijay throwing water bottles to fainting supporters and calling for help when the crowd in Tamil Nadu becomes uncontrollable.

Curfew in India’s Ladakh as protests turn deadly near China border

The violence, which killed four people, comes as activists demanded autonomy and job quotas.

‘GAY’ stays: India says Gaya airport code won’t change despite religious concerns

Despite numerous complaints about the IATA code for the sacred city’s airport, Indian officials say it can’t be altered.

Political storm clouds gather as India’s parliament monsoon session begins

India’s opposition plans to confront Modi’s government over the controversial revision of electoral rolls in Bihar.

Beyond gold: India sees America’s bitcoin reserve – and eyes its own

While a ‘measured bitcoin strategy’ could boost India’s economic resilience, the country lacks a proper framework for cryptocurrencies, analysts say.