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Modi to be sworn in as India's PM on SundayThis will make him only the second Indian to hold the post for three consecutive terms.3 hrs agoAsia
India opposition accuses Modi of 'stock market scam'Rahul Gandhi has demanded an investigation into a stock market crash that hit investors on 4 June.4 hrs agoAsia
India’s opposition looked down and out – now they’re backNarendra Modi has won - but the election is being seen as a huge comeback for his opponents.2 days agoAsia
Sensational upset awakens USA from 100-year cricketing hibernationWhy the USA's shock victory over Pakistan in the men's T20 World Cup could be huge for the sport stateside.13 hrs agoPakistan
Allies back Modi for third term after election setbackNarendra Modi is reliant on his alliance partners after his party failed to win an outright majority.2 days agoAsia
ICC stands firm on New York despite India pitch fearsThe International Cricket Council has no plans to move T20 World Cup matches out of New York despite concerns over poor pitches.21 hrs agoCricket
Why India's Modi failed to win outright majorityMr Modi has lost some of his aura of invincibility and the results mean the opposition is back. 3 days agoAsia
India’s opposition looked down and out – now they’re backNarendra Modi has won - but the election is being seen as a huge comeback for his opponents.2 days agoAsia

Leader profiles

A quick guide to Narendra ModiAs millions of Indians head to the polls in this historic election year, here's what you need to know about Prime Minister Narendra Modi.17 Apr 2024India
A quick guide to Rahul GandhiFrom a famous family to the target of trolling, here's what you need to know about opposition leader Rahul Gandhi.17 Apr 2024India
A quick guide to Amit ShahAs millions of Indians head to the polls in this historic election year, here's what you need to know about Amit Shah.17 May 2024India
A quick guide to Arvind KejriwalAs millions of Indians head to the polls in this historic election year, here's what you need to know about Arvind Kejriwal.24 Apr 2024India
A quick guide to Priyanka GandhiAs millions of Indians head to the polls in this historic election year, here's what you need to know about Priyanka Gandhi.24 Apr 2024India

Features

Modi’s India: A decade of popularity and polarisationIndian PM Narendra Modi is eyeing a historic third term after a decade in power.16 May 2024India
Fighting for votes in 'the world's biggest data mine'Politicians are using data to plan their campaigns - and hopefully win their seats.26 May 2024World
Why India's T20 World Cup squad sends confusing signalsIndia are favourites to win the T20 World Cup - but the team composition sends out confusing signals.6 days agoAsia
How India's ancient terracotta pots are helping fight extreme heatIn India's scorching summer, the ancient practice of chilling water in terracotta pots inspires new trends in cooling towers and building screens.

Watch

Watch: Smoke and flames at deadly India arcade fireAt least 22 people, including children, have died in a fire at a games arcade in India, local officials say.25 May 2024Asia
Modi holds roadshow in VaranasiIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a roadshow in his constituency in May 2024.16 May 2024India
Moment a toddler is pulled out from a borewell in IndiaThe two-year-old boy was trapped inside the borewell for 20 hours before he was rescued by authorities.4 Apr 2024India
Watch: Indian boy calmly traps wandering leopardThe leopard was later tranquillised and rescued by wildlife officials in Maharashtra state.7 Mar 2024India

India Elections

A simple guide to India's general electionWith 969 million eligible voters, India's 2024 general election has been the largest ever seen.3 days agoIndia
Modi’s India: A decade of popularity and polarisationIndian PM Narendra Modi is eyeing a historic third term after a decade in power.16 May 2024India
Arrests, accusations and AI: India’s election unpackedOn 4 June, Indians will find out who governs their country for the next five years.6 days agoAsia
Find the latest India election results hereFollow the results live as votes are counted in India, the world's biggest democracy.9 May 2024India
'Invisible in our own country': Being Muslim in Modi's IndiaSince Narendra Modi's BJP took power in 2014, India's 200 million Muslims have faced turmoil.28 Apr 2024India

Latest updates

3 hrs agoModi to be sworn in as India's PM on SundayThis will make him only the second Indian to hold the post for three consecutive terms.3 hrs agoAsia
4 hrs agoIndia opposition accuses Modi of 'stock market scam'Rahul Gandhi has demanded an investigation into a stock market crash that hit investors on 4 June.4 hrs agoAsia
17 hrs agoICC promises to 'remedy' New York pitch problemsThe ICC promises groundstaff will try to "remedy" ongoing problems with the drop-in pitches at their ground in New York.17 hrs agoICC World Cup
21 hrs agoICC stands firm on New York despite India pitch fearsThe International Cricket Council has no plans to move T20 World Cup matches out of New York despite concerns over poor pitches.21 hrs agoCricket
2 days agoHeavy defeat 'a tough one' for Ireland - StirlingCaptain Paul Stirling says Ireland "weren't quite up to the challenge" as India stormed to victory in the Twenty20 World Cup opener.2 days agoCricket
2 days agoRohit racks up unbeaten half century before retiring hurtWatch the best shots as Rohit Sharma surpasses 1,000 T20 World Cup runs with a half century, before having to retire hurt, during India's eight-wicket win over Ireland in New York.2 days agoCricket
2 days ago'Shambolic' pitch causes havoc as India thrash IrelandWatch highlights as India's fearsome pace attack ruthlessly blows away Ireland on a difficult pitch in New York to start their T20 World Cup campaign with an eight-wicket win.2 days agoCricket
2 days agoPant seals India win with 'outrageous' sixRishabh Pant hits an "outrageous" six to seal an eight-wicket win for India over Ireland in their T20 World Cup opener in New York.2 days agoCricket
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