How water-sharing on the Teesta factors in to the debate over a new Gorkhaland state.

The Singur land verdict sets an interest example.

India's ruling party will need a strong showing in upcoming state elections for its national reform agenda to succeed.

The Diplomat speaks with the Harvard historian and first-time politician about the Indian elections.

The celebration of Bihar’s Chhath festival signals the rise of Bihari customs in Indian society.

Under Mamata Banerjee, West Bengal continues to struggle politically and economically.

A thorn in the government’s side, the chief minister of W. Bengal is courting the Congress party’s regional allies.

Activist Anna Hazare, armed with the results of a new survey, is planning a new nationwide agitation.

Hillary Clinton has made what is likely her last visit to India as secretary of state. There were no big hiccups.

Plans for a hike in rail fares by Dinesh Trivedi have angered West Bengal’s chief minister. Congress is in trouble.

The results of state assembly elections underscored the rise of regional parties. The center should take note.

India’s government looks set to drop plans for a new counter-terrorism center after opposition from the states.

A deadly fire at a hospital in Kolkata has raised more questions about safety at private-run facilities.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has chosen to rename the state Paschimbanga. Does it matter?

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh announces a cabinet reshuffle, with eight new faces brought in.

Not necessarily, say Shibashis Chatterjee and Sumit Ganguly. But a big Left Front defeat in West Bengal will still have national implications.