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The BJP has significantly expanded its political footprint across India, achieving its first chief minister in nine states since Prime Minister Narendra Modi took office in 2014. This expansion, marked by recent victories in West Bengal and Odisha, transforms the party from a Hindi-heartland force into a dominant pan-India political machine, reflecting its governance model and increasing public acceptance.

The BJP, either on its own or in alliance, is in power in around 22 states, covering roughly 78% of India’s population. According to psephologist Sanjay Kumar, these figures reflect the party’s firm establishment of dominance in national politics

Following the departure of seven Rajya Sabha MPs, a senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader claims two AAP Lok Sabha MPs may also leave the party. This follows recent shifts in the Rajya Sabha where AAP members aligned with the BJP, strengthening the NDA's position. Speculation over further exits continues.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann will meet President Murmu on May 5 to "safeguard the mandate of the people" following the defection of seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs to the BJP. Mann, accompanied by party MLAs, will press for the "recall" of the MPs, though legal provisions for such a recall are absent.

TMC, BJD, Shiv Sena, NCP, AAP and AGP have all become weak, second-rung players in states they once dominated. And it doesn’t look like that the BJP juggernaut is stopping anytime soon, even to catch its breath

Seven Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MPs have officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, bolstering the NDA's numbers in the Upper House. This move, facilitated by the anti-defection law's provision for two-thirds party mergers, sees the BJP's strength increase significantly. The party anticipates further gains by year-end, nearing a crucial two-thirds majority.

The BJP's political dominance across India is undeniable, governing most states and the Centre. However, this influence varies significantly, with strongholds like Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat contrasting with regions where alliances are crucial. The party continues to expand its footprint, but challenges remain in the South and West Bengal, making upcoming elections a key test of its growth trajectory.

For the first time since 2014, the Modi government failed to pass a bill in Parliament, a move analysts suggest was strategic. By forcing a vote on the women's reservation bill, linked to delimitation, the BJP aimed to record every MP's stance, creating a potent campaign tool. The government positioned itself as pro-women reformists, while blaming opposition parties for obstructing progress. This tactic seeks to shape the political narrative ahead of crucial elections, highlighting intent versus obstruction.

Parliament is set to debate the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, aiming for 33% women's reservation in legislatures. This constitutional amendment, passed in 2023, will be implemented after delimitation based on the 2027 Census. While the government champions women's empowerment, opposition raises concerns over the delimitation process and its potential impact on state representation, creating a north-south divide.

The biju janata dal (BJD) has demanded an apology from BJP MP Nishikant Dubey for alleging that former Odisha CM Biju Patnaik acted as a link between the US government, CIA, and then PM Nehru. BJD MP Sasmit Patra resigned from a parliamentary committee led by Dubey, calling the allegations baseless and disrespectful to a national icon.

When the BJP swept to power in 2014 with a decisive majority in the Lok Sabha, it did not carry that dominance into the Rajya Sabha. The Upper House, by design, is insulated from electoral waves. Its members are elected by state assemblies, and their terms are staggered, ensuring continuity and preventing sudden shifts. This meant that even as the BJP commanded brute strength in the Lower House, it remained a minority in the Upper House for years. That imbalance mattered!

Keonjhar police on Tuesday arrested seven BJD workers on charges of attacking Telkoi MLA Bedabyasa Naik at a party meeting and forwarded them to court on Wednesday.

The ruling biju janata dal (BJD) criticized the Narendra Modi government for re-promulgation of land ordinance signed by President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday.

Much to the delight of the treasury benches in Lok Sabha, biju janata dal (BJD) on Friday raised the demolition of a large number of temples in Jammu & Kashmir and demanded an explanation from the Centre why it had provided security to separatist leaders who have been indulging in anti-India rhetoric.

Chhattisgarh government's former chief pilot, captain DS Mishra has been elected to Odisha legislative assembly from Junagarh assembly segment on a biju janata dal ticket.

The issue of Haryana's whistleblower IFS officer Sanjiv Chaturvedi was raised in Rajya Sabha on Tuesday when biju janata dal MP Baishnab Parida sought a reply from the government about the multi-crore forestry scam.

Ignoring a barrage of charges of corruption and misgovernance, the ruling biju janata dal has started announcing various development initiatives for the rural populace with an obvious eye on the panchayat polls scheduled for early 2012.

BJD alleged that the Centre has reduced 25 per cent of the regular allotment to the state leading to inconvenience and resentment among hundreds of consumers.

On the eve of BJD's Swabhiman rally at Ram Lila Maidan in New Delhi, senior BJD leaders raised the pitch for special category status for Odisha and hurled allegations against the Centre.

biju janata dal MP Baijayant Panda on Tuesday submitted three private member's bills in Parliament seeking decriminalization of politics.

biju janata dal (BJD) Member of Parliament (MP) Ramesh Majhi was involved in a road accident in Odisha's Nabarangpur district. Fortunately, he only suffered minor injuries. The incident took place while Majhi was on his way to an undisclosed location. There is currently no additional information available regarding the incident. Concerns have been raised, and updates on Majhi's condition and the accident details are eagerly awaited.