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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is one of the major political parties in India. The BJP's origins lie in the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, formed in 1951 by Syama Prasad Mookerjee. After the State of Emergency in 1977, the Jana Sangh merged with several other parties to form the Janata Party. After three years in power, the Janata party dissolved in 1980 with the members of the erstwhile Jana Sangh reconvening to form the BJP.

After the 1998 general election, the BJP-led coalition known as the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) formed a government under Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee for a year. Following fresh elections, the NDA government, again headed by Vajpayee, lasted for a full term in office. For the next ten years the BJP was the principal opposition party. In the 2014 general election, Narendra Modi led it to a landslide victory. Narendra Modi was sworn in as the 15th Prime Minister of India on 26 May 2014.

The BJP's electoral success has allowed it to establish governments in several states, and it has been part of various coalition governments. The party continues to be a key player in Indian politics, maintaining its position as one of the most influential political forces in the country.

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'Selective outrage': BJP questions Rahul Gandhi over Bengal remarks after Cong-led Kerala govt appoints poll officer as CM secretary

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 23, 2026, 19:52 (IST)

BJP repeats all five candidates for UP Legislative Council Polls 2026

May 25, 2026, 01:33 (IST)

BJP leader Pappu Sana assaulted with bamboo sticks in Bengal; critical

TNN / May 21, 2026, 12:44 (IST)

bharatiya janata party leader Pappu Sana was attacked in Narendrapur, West Bengal. The incident occurred early Thursday morning. Sana sustained severe injuries and is currently in the ICU. Police are investigating the assault, reviewing CCTV footage to identify the perpetrators. The motive behind the attack remains unclear.

'Systematically belittled in party': Rajya Sabha MP Debasish Samantray quits BJD

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 25, 2026, 14:48 (IST)

Rajya Sabha MP Debasish Samantray has resigned from the BJD, citing alleged neglect and marginalization within the party. He expressed gratitude for the opportunities provided but stated he felt systematically belittled. BJP leader Rabindra Narayan Behera welcomed the development, suggesting a shift in Odisha's political landscape.

Raghav Chadha appointed chairman of Committee on Petitions in Rajya Sabha days after joining BJP

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 23, 2026, 19:25 (IST)

Falta repoll result 2026: BJP's Debangshu Panda wins with nearly 1.5 lakh votes, TMC’s Jahangir Khan restricted to 7k

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 24, 2026, 20:15 (IST)

BJP's Debangshu Panda secured a decisive victory in the Falta repoll, winning by over a lakh votes. The Election Commission ordered the repoll due to "severe electoral offences" during the initial April 29 polling. This high-stakes seat for TMC saw their candidate finish a distant fourth after withdrawing from campaigning but remaining on the ballot.

Uttar Pradesh BJP announces five more district presidents

TNN / May 28, 2026, 23:24 (IST)

As the assembly election clock ticks down, the UP BJP has made bold leadership changes across five districts, including Varanasi and Gorakhpur. With the complete restructuring of all 98 districts, Ram Sakal Patel now leads Varanasi while Ramesh Gupta takes the helm in Gorakhpur Mahanagar, underscoring the party's dedication to community involvement in its local governance.

How BJP secured a sweeping third straight term in Assam

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 21, 2026, 13:26 (IST)

BJP, Sena likely to exchange Jalgaon, Nashik MLC seats

May 24, 2026, 23:14 (IST)

BJP women power push in Vadodara civic body

May 29, 2026, 00:15 (IST)

‘Make people aware about govt’s welfare schemes’

May 18, 2026, 01:52 (IST)

Suvendu govt forms panels to probe corruption, torture of women during Mamata's tenure

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 18, 2026, 16:06 (IST)

Rajkot BJP power play ends with surprise pick Nehal Shukla as mayor

May 29, 2026, 00:21 (IST)

LoP Mahant backs lawyers’ protest over safety concerns

May 17, 2026, 21:39 (IST)

'People of Gujarat are yearning for change': Arvind Kejriwal

ANI / May 25, 2026, 23:04 (IST)

Political clashes rock Kolkata neighbourhoods

May 28, 2026, 22:10 (IST)

BJP functionaries use bike, cycle to reach office

May 15, 2026, 23:44 (IST)

Bakrid tensions flare near Mumbai as goats removed from Mira Road housing society amid protests

TNN / May 26, 2026, 22:39 (IST)

Tensions erupted in Mira Road over goats kept in a housing society ahead of Bakri Eid. Following viral videos and an injury, authorities removed around 40-50 goats. Local residents and politicians emphasized the need for designated sacrifice sites, with a former MP calling for a ban on society premises. Leaders urged peaceful celebrations.