Ex-Sarpanches, Zilla Parishad Members Win Pune Civic Polls
Two former sarpanches and two ex-zilla parishad members secure victories in Pune's civic elections for newly merged areas. Residents demand development funds.
Two former sarpanches and two ex-zilla parishad members secure victories in Pune's civic elections for newly merged areas. Residents demand development funds.
Congress state leadership instructs Pune district units to form alliances with MVA partners for zilla parishad elections while reducing reliance on NCP (SP) due to their talks with Ajit Pawar's faction.
Buoyed by municipal election gains, AIMIM now aims for zilla parishad and panchayat samiti polls to expand its influence into Maharashtra's rural political landscape.
NCP leader Ajit Pawar intensifies efforts in rural Pune ahead of Zilla Parishad polls following recent municipal election defeats to BJP.
Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal announces alliance with like-minded parties for upcoming Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections, defends seat-sharing with VBA in recent civic polls.
Maharashtra Congress chief Harshavardhan Sapkal says the party's alliance with Shiv Sena UBT remains intact and will only partner with MVA or like-minded parties for upcoming zilla parishad elections.
Maharashtra State Election Commission orders indelible ink bottles for upcoming zilla parishad polls after criticism over marker pens used in municipal elections.
State Election Commission directs redeployment of EVMs from municipal elections for zilla parishad and panchayat samiti polls. Memory cards will be secured in treasuries as preparations intensify.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar met his uncle Sharad Pawar in Baramati. They decided to maintain their alliance for the February 5 zilla parishad and panchayat samiti elections.
The two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party in Maharashtra have decided to contest the upcoming Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections together in 2026, marking a significant political move.
The Election Commission orders a switch back to traditional indelible ink for zilla parishad and panchayat samiti elections, ending the use of marker pens introduced in 2011.
The Maharashtra State Election Commission has launched an investigation into allegations that ink used in BMC elections was not indelible. Marker pens will be discontinued for Zilla Parishad polls.
Civic elections in Chandrapur, Amravati, and Akola are underway, with intense campaigning and rebel candidates challenging party strategies. Voters will decide amid multi-cornered contests and internal party divisions.
Congress MLC Satej Patil expresses strong dissatisfaction with the State Election Commission's schedule for zilla parishad elections, highlighting only nine days for campaigning in large constituencies.
The State Election Commission announces elections for 12 zilla parishads and 125 panchayat samitis on February 5, with counting on February 7. Polls pending for 20 more due to quota breaches.
Maharashtra State Election Commission schedules elections for 12 zilla parishads and 125 panchayat samitis on February 5. Counting will occur on February 7. The process remains subject to a Supreme Court ruling on OBC reservations.
MPCC chief Harshwardhan Sapkal and CLP leader Vijay Wadettiwar launch scathing attacks on BJP, Shiv Sena (Shinde) and AIMIM, alleging political hypocrisy and failure in governance during Chandrapur campaign.
A 60-year-old farmer was mauled to death by a tiger in Tekri village fields. This marks the first fatal tiger attack in Chandrapur district this year, following 47 wildlife deaths in 2025.
Maharashtra's State Election Commission announces elections for 12 zilla parishads and 125 panchayat samitis on February 5. Over 2.09 crore voters will participate, with counting scheduled for February 7.
Maharashtra will conduct elections for 12 Zilla Parishads and 125 Panchayat Samitis on February 5. The state prepares for this crucial local governance vote.
The Maharashtra State Election Commission has announced that elections for Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti bodies will be conducted on February 5 across the state.
The Maharashtra State Election Commission will announce election dates for 12 zilla parishads and 125 panchayat samitis today. This follows a Supreme Court extension beyond the January 31 deadline.
Congress spokesperson Hanumant Pawar alleges systematic withdrawal of fixed deposits from 21 municipal corporations under administrator rule, criticizes electoral roll irregularities in Chandrapur.
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule campaigns in Chandrapur, announces historic distribution of permanent housing pattas to 16,000 residents. Read about the development promises.
A political slugfest erupts in Chandrapur after Congress enlists folk dancer Gautami Patil for a roadshow. BJP's Sudhir Mungantiwar and Congress's Vijay Wadettiwar trade sharp barbs. Read the full story.
A young female tiger was discovered dead near Chicholi village in Chandrapur district. Officials rule out poaching, but the exact cause remains unknown pending lab reports.
Maharashtra SEC Dinesh Waghmare states promises for a religion-based mayor breach model code. He assures protection for election officers from political backlash. Third phase of ZP polls before Jan 31.
The Chandrapur kidney trafficking case reveals a vast inter-state network. Key doctors are absconding, a Tamil Nadu panel is formed, and a victim's death in Trichy surfaces. Follow the latest.
Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar attacks ruling Mahayuti alliance for money power, communal politics, and failing governance in Chandrapur. Read his full critique on democratic norms.
Shiv Sena MLA Santosh Bangar stuns Maharashtra politics by promising a ₹71 lakh reward to anyone who can defeat his party's candidate in the upcoming Zilla Parishad polls. Read the full story.