Voters in 28 Maharashtra municipal corporations must press EVM buttons multiple times under new multi-member ward system. Mumbai remains exception with traditional one-vote format. Elections scheduled for January 15.
Nagpur gears up for municipal elections with 993 candidates contesting 151 seats. Voters face confusion over mandatory four-vote system and new EVM procedures.
Union Minister Chirag Paswan criticizes RJD's Tejashwi Yadav for blaming EVMs post-Bihar results. Paswan urges introspection & active leadership to regain trust. Read more.
Maharashtra State Election Commission announces a public holiday on January 15 for 29 municipal corporation areas to facilitate civic polls. Government and private offices to remain closed. Details inside.
Coimbatore begins a two-day mock polling exercise to test EVMs and VVPATs ahead of elections. The process is being monitored by district officials and political party representatives. Read more.
Nashik Municipal Corporation gears up for intense civic polls with 735 candidates. Over 4,600 ballot units arranged for 122 seats. Discover the unique colour-coded voting system in place.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation has initiated the commissioning of EVMs across all 3,004 polling booths. Officials confirm a 10% buffer stock and complex ward-level configurations for the upcoming civic elections.
Goa's Directorate of Mines & Geology delays auction of 10 iron ore dumps for further scrutiny. State aims for Rs 150 crore revenue. Get the latest updates on mining here.
RJD alleges Venezuela-type electoral fraud in Bihar 2025 polls, rejects NDA's historic mandate. Party dares govt to hold ballot paper elections. JD(U) hits back sharply.
BJP members staged a protest at Dhanbad Municipal Corporation, demanding immediate urban local body elections using EVMs and on a party basis. Opposition leaders accuse the state govt of undermining democracy.
Women government employees in Nagpur face a clash as EVM distribution on Makar Sankranti, Jan 14, coincides with key festival rituals. Read how they are managing their dual responsibilities.
With PCMC elections on Jan 15, a second training session for vote counting officials was held in Akurdi. Returning Officer Hanumant Patil stressed transparency and strict ECI guidelines.
PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi likens Karnataka Congress leadership change to a Test match, awaits high command's decision. Also comments on Ballari case, MGNREGA, and EVMs.
Tennis star Sania Mirza reveals she doesn't let her son win games. A psychologist explains why early, small failures build resilience for life's bigger setbacks.
ECIL manufactures unique pink EVMs for Rajasthan's civic body elections. These multi-post machines, marked 'SEC Rajasthan', can handle up to four ballot units. Discover the details of this state-specific innovation.
A Karnataka govt survey showing high trust in EVMs was removed after a political firestorm. Congress alleges bias, while the BJP cites it as proof of fair polls. Details inside.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces auction of 6 new mineral blocks, with 40% of state's blocks now operational. The move accelerates mining revival after a 6-year shutdown. Read the full update.
Election officials inspected Coimbatore's Government College of Technology to set up counting centres for the upcoming assembly election. Get the latest updates on poll preparations.
A Karnataka government survey reveals 91.31% believe elections are free and fair. BJP uses the report to counter Rahul Gandhi's 'vote chori' allegations. Details inside.
A Jharkhand court acquitted drug case accused after police claimed rats ate 200 kg of seized ganja. The bizarre incident raises serious questions about evidence handling. Read the full story.
A Karnataka govt report reveals high public trust in EVMs and the 2024 election's integrity, contrasting Congress's 'vote chori' allegations. Read the full findings.
A new survey reveals strong public confidence in Karnataka's electoral process, with over 80% trusting EVMs and believing elections are free and fair. Dive into the key findings.
A major Karnataka survey of 5,100 respondents reveals strong public faith in EVMs and the electoral process. Discover the key findings on voter confidence in India's democracy.
New Year 2026 celebrations leave behind food. A doctor warns of fatal risks from improper handling, citing a 2010 case that killed three. Learn 4 essential tips to stay safe.
Discover the 5 powerful life lessons from chess prodigy Gukesh's journey. Learn about discipline, handling pressure, and balancing life for success. A must-read for teens and parents.
National Conference leader Tanvir Sadiq criticizes police action against protesting students in Jammu and Kashmir, calling for dialogue over force. Read the full story.
Kandla International Container Terminal achieves a record 7.8 million tonnes in annual cargo handling, boosting India's trade and port efficiency. Discover the key drivers behind this milestone.
Rajasthan faces a cybercrime justice crisis with only 4 convictions out of 1,357 cases registered in two years. Experts cite weak investigations and poor digital evidence handling. Read more.
Kolhapur Municipal Corporation trains 3,245 polling staff across 20 wards for upcoming civic elections. Training focused on EVMs, code of conduct & transparency. Read details.
A protest against a coal mining project in Raigarh turned violent on Saturday, resulting in injuries to eight policemen and arson. Villagers have been blocking the road since Dec 12. Read the full story.