Rekha Gupta of India's ruling BJP sworn in as chief minister of DelhiRekha Gupta becomes the first BJP chief minister of Delhi in 27 years, marking a significant political shift.
Narendra Modi's ruling Hindu nationalist party wins crucial Delhi state electionsBJP's victory in state elections marks its first win in over 25 years in New Delhi, ousting the AAP.
Modi's BJP poised to win Delhi state elections for first time in 27 years, exit polls showBJP is expected to win Delhi elections, ending AAP's nearly decade-long rule.Exit polls suggest BJP reclaiming power in a significant political shift.
Who is lobbying for India's Modi government on Capitol Hill?The Hindu American Foundation has shifted its focus from local community issues to lobbying for the Indian government's interests under Modi's administration.
India: Modi lauds Parliament passing Muslim land bill DW 04/04/2025The passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill marks a significant step towards altering land governance in India.Critics warn the bill threatens minority rights, particularly among Muslims.
Rekha Gupta of India's ruling BJP sworn in as chief minister of DelhiRekha Gupta becomes the first BJP chief minister of Delhi in 27 years, marking a significant political shift.
Narendra Modi's ruling Hindu nationalist party wins crucial Delhi state electionsBJP's victory in state elections marks its first win in over 25 years in New Delhi, ousting the AAP.
Modi's BJP poised to win Delhi state elections for first time in 27 years, exit polls showBJP is expected to win Delhi elections, ending AAP's nearly decade-long rule.Exit polls suggest BJP reclaiming power in a significant political shift.
Who is lobbying for India's Modi government on Capitol Hill?The Hindu American Foundation has shifted its focus from local community issues to lobbying for the Indian government's interests under Modi's administration.
India: Modi lauds Parliament passing Muslim land bill DW 04/04/2025The passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill marks a significant step towards altering land governance in India.Critics warn the bill threatens minority rights, particularly among Muslims.
How India's $14bn Muslim endowments are being plundered, even by governmentThe acquisition of waqf land for a Hindu temple expansion exemplifies systematic marginalization of Muslim properties in India.
How a false DOGE claim ignited a political firestorm in IndiaAllegations of foreign interference in India's elections arose from misunderstandings regarding a $21M grant for voter turnout linked to Elon Musk's DOGE Service.
Big setback': Why India's Congress lost out to Modi in key state electionCongress's loss in Haryana and poor performance in Jammu and Kashmir indicate more challenges ahead for the opposition party against BJP's dominance.
Will simultaneous elections work in India? DW 09/24/2024India's BJP plans to implement simultaneous elections, aligning Lok Sabha with state assemblies to enhance governance and efficiency by 2024.
India is witnessing the slow-motion rise of fascism | Mukul KesavanFascism's historical meaning complicates its use in describing contemporary politics, yet parallels exist with modern Indian nationalism under the BJP.
How a false DOGE claim ignited a political firestorm in IndiaAllegations of foreign interference in India's elections arose from misunderstandings regarding a $21M grant for voter turnout linked to Elon Musk's DOGE Service.
Big setback': Why India's Congress lost out to Modi in key state electionCongress's loss in Haryana and poor performance in Jammu and Kashmir indicate more challenges ahead for the opposition party against BJP's dominance.
Will simultaneous elections work in India? DW 09/24/2024India's BJP plans to implement simultaneous elections, aligning Lok Sabha with state assemblies to enhance governance and efficiency by 2024.
India is witnessing the slow-motion rise of fascism | Mukul KesavanFascism's historical meaning complicates its use in describing contemporary politics, yet parallels exist with modern Indian nationalism under the BJP.
Election results: How have India's past coalition governments fared?PM Modi faces challenge of ruling a coalition government after BJP's 2024 election results.Lessons from past coalition governments indicate the need for Modi to adapt his governance style.
Modi's BJP Leads in Elections in Delhi RegionModi's party is poised to win a key regional election in Delhi, shifting voter sentiment after decades of resistance.
Nobody knows what I know': how a loyal RSS member abandoned Hindu nationalismThe RSS is a Hindu supremacist organization with significant political influence in India, and it has been involved in controversial events like Gandhi's assassination and the Babri mosque demolition.
India: Modi's BJP wins Delhi election, Kejriwal loses seat DW 02/08/2025The BJP regained majority control in New Delhi, marking a significant political turnaround.Kejriwal's party, AAP, conceded defeat, and he accepted the verdict gracefully.
How George Soros became Enemy Number 1' for India's ModiThe BJP has intensified accusations against George Soros, claiming he funds opposition efforts to destabilize India ahead of the 2024 elections.
How Modi won back India's big economic prize five months after losing itThe BJP's major victory in Maharashtra signals its political resurgence after recent setbacks, reinforcing its dominance in India's largest economy.
Election results: How have India's past coalition governments fared?PM Modi faces challenge of ruling a coalition government after BJP's 2024 election results.Lessons from past coalition governments indicate the need for Modi to adapt his governance style.
Modi's BJP Leads in Elections in Delhi RegionModi's party is poised to win a key regional election in Delhi, shifting voter sentiment after decades of resistance.
Nobody knows what I know': how a loyal RSS member abandoned Hindu nationalismThe RSS is a Hindu supremacist organization with significant political influence in India, and it has been involved in controversial events like Gandhi's assassination and the Babri mosque demolition.
India: Modi's BJP wins Delhi election, Kejriwal loses seat DW 02/08/2025The BJP regained majority control in New Delhi, marking a significant political turnaround.Kejriwal's party, AAP, conceded defeat, and he accepted the verdict gracefully.
How George Soros became Enemy Number 1' for India's ModiThe BJP has intensified accusations against George Soros, claiming he funds opposition efforts to destabilize India ahead of the 2024 elections.
How Modi won back India's big economic prize five months after losing itThe BJP's major victory in Maharashtra signals its political resurgence after recent setbacks, reinforcing its dominance in India's largest economy.
India Art Fair opens amid a tense Delhi electionThe India Art Fair faces cautious dynamics amid Delhi elections and rising right-wing sentiments affecting artistic expression.
Delhi election 2025: Voting begins in Indian capital DW 02/05/2025Delhi's assembly elections are a fierce three-way contest focusing on anti-corruption and voter provision promises.
India Art Fair opens amid a tense Delhi electionThe India Art Fair faces cautious dynamics amid Delhi elections and rising right-wing sentiments affecting artistic expression.
Delhi election 2025: Voting begins in Indian capital DW 02/05/2025Delhi's assembly elections are a fierce three-way contest focusing on anti-corruption and voter provision promises.
India's BJP-ruled Uttarakhand implements totally biased' common civil codeUniform Civil Code aims to create equality and uniformity in marriage, divorce, and inheritance laws across religions in India.
Modi's Government Aims to Trample India's HistoryThe BJP's education policy seeks to propagate a controlled, intolerant narrative of India's history, reflecting a disregard for its cultural diversity.
Bengali-speaking Indians caught up in immigration clampdown DW 01/09/2025Intensified detention of suspected illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in New Delhi has instilled widespread fear among residents, impacting even legal citizens from Bengali-speaking regions.
Modi's Government Aims to Trample India's HistoryThe BJP's education policy seeks to propagate a controlled, intolerant narrative of India's history, reflecting a disregard for its cultural diversity.
Bengali-speaking Indians caught up in immigration clampdown DW 01/09/2025Intensified detention of suspected illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in New Delhi has instilled widespread fear among residents, impacting even legal citizens from Bengali-speaking regions.
India: What's behind BJP's 'deep state' charges against US? DW 12/17/2024BJP accuses US 'deep state' and Congress of collaborating to destabilize Modi's government through biased investigative journalism.
Hindus have changed': A sleepy Indian state becomes anti-Muslim tinderboxTripura, historically peaceful, is experiencing rising inter-religious tensions under PM Modi's BJP government.Clashes in Kadamtala signify significant societal shifts in a previously harmonious community.
Cash, Kidnappings and Luxury Resorts: A Formula for Power in Modi's IndiaResort politics in India involves manipulating lawmakers through kidnapping and isolation to influence state governance.
In India's tribal-dominated Jharkhand, BJP labels Muslims as Bangladeshis'The BJP is accused of dividing tribal and Muslim votes by labeling them as Bangladeshi infiltrators to gain electoral advantage in Jharkhand.
Indian Kashmir assembly issues resolution demanding restoration of autonomyLegislative assembly in Jammu and Kashmir passed a resolution demanding the restoration of partial autonomy from the Indian government.
Indian Kashmir votes in regional polls with return of autonomy at forefrontKashmiris are voting in a significant election amid the push for regional autonomy restoration after India's 2019 revocation of semi-autonomous status.
Indian Kashmir assembly issues resolution demanding restoration of autonomyLegislative assembly in Jammu and Kashmir passed a resolution demanding the restoration of partial autonomy from the Indian government.
Indian Kashmir votes in regional polls with return of autonomy at forefrontKashmiris are voting in a significant election amid the push for regional autonomy restoration after India's 2019 revocation of semi-autonomous status.
Modi's Kashmir statehood promise. Poll rhetoric or genuine outreach?Modi promises to restore Kashmir's statehood, but analysts question the feasibility of full autonomy being returned.Restoration of statehood is a strategic move against regional political opposition amid local elections.
India's Modi campaigns in Kashmir assembly elections after soldiers killedModi claims terrorism in Kashmir is weakening despite a recent increase in violence and emphasizes government improvements and a vision of progress.
Modi's Kashmir statehood promise. Poll rhetoric or genuine outreach?Modi promises to restore Kashmir's statehood, but analysts question the feasibility of full autonomy being returned.Restoration of statehood is a strategic move against regional political opposition amid local elections.
India's Modi campaigns in Kashmir assembly elections after soldiers killedModi claims terrorism in Kashmir is weakening despite a recent increase in violence and emphasizes government improvements and a vision of progress.
India: Can opposition leader Kejriwal make a comeback? DW 09/23/2024Arvind Kejriwal resigned as Delhi chief minister after being released on bail, alleging political conspiracy behind his bribery charges.
India election: Why Modi's narrow win sent the stock market tumblingIndian stocks plummeted as BJP lost majority.