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

Confetti is sprayed as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, center, waves to supporters upon his arrival at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters to celebrate victory in the recently held state assembly elections in New Delhi, India, Monday, May 4, 2026.

The outcome is expected to strengthen Modi's political position midway through his third term.

(Image credit: Manish Swarup)