Hello. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has claimed victory in the election for his ruling coalition, although his BJP party lost its outright majority. Soutik Biswas has the key takeaways. From Poland, Sarah Rainsford reports on how security is weighing on the minds of voters at the European elections. We're also looking at how a Scottish castle inspired Dior's latest collection, and the child of a US lawmaker stealing his thunder in Congress. 

QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Why Modi fell short of outright majority

Mr Modi will now have to work more collaboratively with coalition parties. Credit: Reuters

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on course for a historic third term in power, after the alliance he leads secured the 272 seats needed to form a government. But his Hindu nationalist BJP lost its outright parliamentary majority, as the Congress Party-led opposition enjoyed a surprise revival.

What's been the reaction?

The significant loss of seats for his party - more than 50 - dims the allure of a third term, especially given Mr Modi's campaign targeting 400 coalition seats, making anything less seem like an under-achievement. This has led to jubilation in the Congress camp and some despair in BJP quarters.

So, what went wrong for the BJP?

The BJP's significant drop in seats may be linked to joblessness, rising prices, growing inequality and a controversial army recruitment reform, among other things. Mr Modi's harsh and divisive campaign, particularly targeting Muslims, could also have alienated voters in some regions. His ambitious slogan "Ab ki baar, 400 paar", aiming for more than 400 seats for his NDA alliance, may have backfired, with such a massive majority raising fears of constitutional changes among the poor.

What proved crucial?

Mr Modi’s party faced its largest setback in Uttar Pradesh (UP), a state larger than the United Kingdom and three times as populous. With 80 parliamentary seats, UP holds significant sway in national politics - many consider it the gateway to Delhi. Both Mr Modi and [Congress Party leader] Rahul Gandhi hold seats there.

• Four reasons: The BBC's reporters in India set out why some voters baulked at backing the BJP - plus what happens next. And watch as Yogita Limaye examines where the Modi campaign succeeded - and fell short.

• Live results: See who won in each constituency, and how voters' preferences changed from 2019.

• Stock market: India's benchmark NSE Nifty 50 share index closed down nearly 6% after election results indicated Mr Modi's party may not be able to form a majority government.

THE BIG PICTURE

Scotland inspires latest Dior collection

Jennifer Lawrence was among the celebrities at the star-studded event in Perthshire. Credit: PA Media

The Maria Grazia Chiuri-led fashion house took inspiration from Scottish history for a show held in the gardens of Drummond Castle in Perthshire, as celebrities including Jennifer Lawrence, Rosamund Pike and Anya Taylor-Joy watched on.

And finally... in the US

US politician John Rose got upstaged by his own son while addressing the House of Representatives on Monday. The child, sitting behind him, delighted the cameras with smiles and playful expressions.