Election Basics

Why BJP’s ‘Big 4’ ministers, Amit Shah, Rajnath, Nirmala and Jaishankar, have a daunting task ahead of them

PM Narendra Modi has retained Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nirmala Sitharaman and S Jaishankar for the ‘big 4’ ministries of home, defence, finance and external affairs in his new Cabinet. The ministers have a challenging road ahead of them. Here’s some of the big trials that await them

Modi 3.0: How upcoming polls influenced Modi’s portfolio allocation for new Cabinet

The Narendra Modi government has finally declared the portfolios in the new Cabinet. While it is an exercise in continuity, it also shows that the BJP is gearing up for the Assembly elections in six states and a Union Territory later this year. Here’s how

In Graphics | Inside the Modi Cabinet 3.0

In a grand event, Narendra Modi and his 72 Union Council of Ministers were sworn in at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Here's a look at the composition of the new Cabinet — from seven women to 12 NDA partners

Centre holds, far-right makes gains in EU elections: How does voting work?

The European Parliament (EP) elections are a complex and crucial process that takes place every five years, allowing citizens of the European Union (EU) member states to elect their representatives to the European Parliament. We take a look at how the voting works

'Humbled': How international media reported on Modi 3.0 oath-taking

Narendra Modi was sworn in as the prime minister for a historic third consecutive term on Sunday, along with 72 ministers who are yet to be assigned their duties. While the Lok Sabha elections turned global eyes towards India, international media wrote about the 73-year-old ‘humbled’ leader’s shift in approach and the upcoming challenges in the coalition administration

What will be Narendra Modi’s salary as PM? How does it compare to other world leaders?

Narendra Modi has been sworn in for a historic third term. As prime minister, he will receive a monthly salary of Rs 1.66 lakh a month and other perks such as security cover and free housing. But he’s not among the highest-paid world leaders

Amit Shah, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, JP Nadda: Who are the ministers in the new Modi government?

The new Modi government has some old faces like Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, Nirmala Sitharaman, and S Jaishankar. Former Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan and former Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar have also made it to the Cabinet. Who else joined the team?

Modi, mantris and more: The best moments from the swearing-in ceremony

Narendra Modi and 72 other members of the new government have taken the oath of office in a grand ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The event has over 8,000 guests, including world leaders as well as businessmen and celebrities from the movie industry

Why no NCP leader has found place in Modi 3.0 Cabinet

The new Modi Cabinet has been sworn in and the pressures of a coalition government are already unfolding. The BJP had offered the Ajit Pawar-led NCP a Minister of State with independent charge. However, the Maharashtra deputy chief minister rejected the proposal, demanding a Cabinet post for his senior leader Praful Patel

Narendra Modi, Nehru & more: Who are India's longest-serving prime ministers?

Narendra Modi has taken the oath of office, marking the beginning of his historic third term. Out of India’s 14 prime ministers, the 73-year-old currently holds the title of fourth-longest serving leader