In the 2017 Nanded-Waghala Municipal Corporation elections, Congress won a decisive majority, securing 61 seats. Shiv Sena and BJP faced setbacks, highlighting shifting political dynamics in Maharashtra.
Bangladesh's election commission approves Utpal Biswas's nomination for Gopalganj 2 seat, offering hope to minority candidates. Another candidate, Gobindadeb Pramanik, awaits appeal decision.
Municipal corporation elections in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Nanded, Latur, Parbhani, and Jalna see intense multi-party contests. BJP, Congress, Shiv Sena, and NCP forge alliances and fight independently across the region.
Six candidates who lost 2014 or 2019 assembly polls, plus two relatives of defeated MLAs, are contesting the crucial BMC elections. Political observers cite high stakes and scramble for tickets.
Rebel candidates from Shiv Sena and BJP, contesting as independents in Thane civic polls, have forced the alliance to issue a joint disclaimer. Learn which wards are affected and the political implications.
BJP candidate Makrand Narwekar leads the crorepati list in Mumbai's BMC elections with Rs 124 crore assets. Discover the wealth details of other key candidates and their political journeys.
Krishna Mhadgut, 76, is the oldest candidate in Mumbai's BMC elections. He challenges age bias as data reveals only 24 candidates are 70+. Discover the stories of youth and experience shaping the civic polls.
Congress candidates Kaleem & Habib Qureshi, along with 60 others, booked for rioting after allegedly attacking AIMIM state president Imtiaz Jaleel's car in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Police detain six, probe conspiracy claims.
Maharashtra BJP chief issues show-cause to MLA Prakash Bharsakhale for allying with AIMIM in Akot council polls, as CM Fadnavis warns against Congress, AIMIM ties. Get the latest political updates.
Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde criticizes BJP's local body alliances with Congress in Ambernath and AIMIM in Akot, asking the party to explain the ideological contradictions. Read the full story.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expresses strong displeasure over local BJP alliances with Congress & AIMIM in civic polls, orders them to be undone. Details inside.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis directs BJP to immediately break local-level alliances with Congress and AIMIM ahead of municipal council elections, calling them 'not acceptable'. Details inside.
Maharashtra BJP forms post-poll pacts with rivals Congress & AIMIM in civic bodies, defying state leadership. CM Devendra Fadnavis rejects tie-ups, threatens disciplinary action. Details inside.
BJP's electoral pact with AIMIM for Akot civic polls ignites controversy, challenging its 'party with a difference' image. Details on the deal and reactions inside.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, at a Latur rally, told voters to accept cash from parties and use it for toilets if they deem it 'haraam'. He also attacked Modi govt's policies.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi attacks BJP for muteness on Trump's comments, questions PM Modi's stance on national dignity. Read the full political critique here.
In response to sword distribution in Ghaziabad, Aligarh residents hand out roses and pens to promote communal harmony. A symbolic stand against hate.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi accuses BJP & allies of targeting Waqf Board via new law. He urges voters to reject them in Jan 15 Nanded civic polls. Read the full story.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi accuses BJP alliance of targeting Waqf Board, urges voters to reject them in Jan 15 Nanded-Waghala civic elections. Read details.
Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis announced massive infrastructure projects for Jalna, Parbhani & Nanded, attacking Congress for past neglect. He urged voters to back BJP for sustained urban development.
Mohd Anwar Abdulla Sheikh appeals to City Civil Court against Returning Officer, alleging bias and unfair rejection of his BMC election nomination. Court hearing set for Tuesday.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticises UP government's alleged mobile phone identity checks and bulldozer actions in Sambhal. He raises concerns over democracy, foreign policy, and national security. Read the full report.
Nanded police arrest seven after a violent clash and shooting near Langar Sahib Gurdwara. SP Abinash Kumar led the operation. Details on the cross-FIRs and inter-state manhunt inside.
BJP's candidate list for Mumbai BMC elections shows a historic tilt towards women, with 76 female nominees. The party is fielding women even in open, high-stakes wards. Read more.
A total of 735 candidates are contesting the Nashik Municipal Corporation elections on Jan 15. BJP leads with 116 candidates, while alliances see internal contests. Read for key battlegrounds.
AIMIM's Akbaruddin Owaisi accuses Telangana govt of pushing GHMC expansion without debate. He demands bill be sent to select committee, criticises delimitation based on old census data.
AIMIM leader Imtiaz Jaleel issues a stern warning over hijab row, criticizes 'so-called secular parties' for not supporting Muslims. Read his full rally speech ahead of Maharashtra civic polls.
Nanded police range's massive crackdown on illegal businesses nets Rs 109 crore in seizures. Over 17,000 cases registered across four districts with public help via 'Khabar' helpline.
Kazakhstan's Bibisara Assaubayeva clinched her third Women's World Blitz chess title in Doha. Her main goal, however, was securing a spot in the Women's Candidates tournament in Cyprus. Read the full story.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi calls for a public rebuttal from the Modi government regarding China's mediation claims. He also announces his Maharashtra local body polls campaign starting Jan 3 from Mumbai's Govandi.