Political rivals argue hierarchy remains defining social structure with Hindu nationalism leaving marginalised behind
BJP rule has delivered economic benefits but at a cost to civil society
Is India enjoying a golden age or in democratic decline? And what will the prime minister do next? As the nation goes to the polls, four books attempt to unravel its many complexities
As elections get under way on April 19, here’s a selection of the best titles to shed light on what’s at stake in the world’s biggest democracy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party has built one of the most formidable electoral machines in recent history
Voters are increasingly willing to trade political freedom for economic progress
This is a film of gonzo high style but amid the screeching tuk-tuks and fist fights, there is also pause for thought
Exports of Nepalese tea to China jump in what analysts say will relieve pressure on Darjeeling producers
Hindu litigants are mounting court challenges to allow them to worship at mosques in moves Muslims see as intruding on their rights
Legislation widely seen as anti-Muslim put into practice by Narendra Modi’s ruling party ahead of expected general election
Narendra Modi’s government cracks down on protesters challenging agricultural policy ahead of election
The activist on the threat to India’s constitution from the coming elections — and why at 83 she’s still fighting her corner
Minister says New Delhi has ‘woken up’ early to the dangers of AI-generated content due to the size of its online population
Receipts rose to a record in 2023, in a turnaround after a series of pandemic-era flops
Prime minister dedicates long-sought shrine at religious flashpoint where mosque was razed
Prime minister bets on religious nationalism as he attends consecration at site of mosque torn down by zealots
The prime minister’s election campaign will focus on his economic record but what do the figures show?
The partnership between CSMVS and leading western galleries gives India unprecedented access to Egyptian, Greek and Roman artefacts
FT interview: The Indian prime minister discusses the growing relationship with the US and responds to claims he represents a threat to democracy
Visitors win by 6 wickets in game that brought heartbreak to home nation and favourites
Indian scientists hope cloud-seeding scheme will help clean the skies over world’s most polluted city
As the World Cup enters its concluding stages, historian Ramachandra Guha explores how the prime minister is shaping a sport in his image
The Delhi Gymkhana is a who’s who of the country’s old money elite — and they’re not happy
Top-ranked foes bicker ahead of historic match as elections loom in each country
His work transformed a chronically hungry nation into one of the world’s largest food producers
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