Modi's party set to lose power in crucial Indian state after alliance setback


FILE PHOTO: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends the Quad leaders’ summit, in Tokyo, Japan, May 24, 2022. Yuichi Yamazaki/Pool via REUTERS

LUCKNOW, India (Reuters) - A coalition led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party was set to lose power in Bihar, the third most populous state in India, after its partner pulled out on Tuesday to start alliance talks with the opposition.

Bihar sends the fourth most number of elected lawmakers to parliament and is considered politically very important in the Hindi-speaking belt of the country.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In World

Cuba charges six exiles with terrorism in speedboat attack
Britain to bar study visas for four nations, halt Afghan work visas
Israel says it has launched 'broad wave' of strikes on Iran
Pentagon identifies first US soldiers killed in Iran war
Roundup: Hostilities drive up civilian casualties in Mideast, affect aid delivery
At least 41 killed by heavy rains in Peru this year
Exclusive-US turns up heat on Venezuela with threat to indict new leader Delcy Rodriguez
Peru's economy on sustained recovery: official
U.S. stocks close lower
Crude futures settle higher

Others Also Read