Pune Civic Polls: Shiv Sena, MNS Face Historic Defeat
Shiv Sena factions and MNS suffered major losses in Pune Municipal Corporation elections, failing to secure significant seats. City unit chiefs of all three parties lost their wards.
Shiv Sena factions and MNS suffered major losses in Pune Municipal Corporation elections, failing to secure significant seats. City unit chiefs of all three parties lost their wards.
Two VBA councillors in Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation have joined Shiv Sena, giving the party a clear majority and paving the way for its civic administration formation.
The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance clinches the BMC 2026 elections in Mumbai, marking a major setback for the Thackeray-led faction. Results show a shift in Mumbai's political landscape.
The Supreme Court has rejected Yashant Varma's petition challenging a parliamentary committee's actions, dealing a legal setback to the individual in a high-profile case.
CPM initiates a statewide public outreach program with home visits to gather feedback and address concerns ahead of assembly elections. CPI also launches a similar campaign.
The Indian Space Research Organisation faces its first launch failure of 2026 as the PSLV-C62 mission encounters a critical anomaly, marking a significant setback in space endeavors.
ISRO's PSLV-C62 mission, its first launch of 2026, ends in failure. The setback impacts satellite deployment and highlights challenges in India's space program. Read the full analysis.
ISRO's first launch of 2026, PSLV-C62, encounters a trajectory deviation during its critical third stage. The mission carried India's advanced EOS-N1 satellite. Analysis underway.
In a major twist in Maharashtra local body politics, four NCP councillors in Ambernath have pledged support to Shiv Sena, dealing a blow to BJP's ambitions. Read the full story.
NMC withdraws recognition from J&K's Medical College, triggering BJP protests. NC and PDP label it a major setback for Jammu's healthcare. Full details inside.
Congress suspends its 12 municipal councillors in Ambernath for allying with BJP-led bloc, defying party ideology. Maharashtra CM Fadnavis also disapproves of such local pacts.
In a political twist, BJP joins with Congress and NCP to form the Ambernath Vikas Aghadi, securing a majority in the 60-member council and sidelining Shiv Sena. Read the full story.
In a political twist, BJP and Congress join forces with NCP to form Ambernath Vikas Aghadi, securing majority and ending Shiv Sena's rule. Details on the new power dynamics.
Despite being the single largest party, BJP managed to secure only the finance committee in Tripunithura municipality standing committee polls. LDF and UDF dominate other crucial panels. Read the full analysis.
Bengaluru govt amends building regulations, reducing setback requirements for plots up to 4000 sqm. Move unlocks buildable space, boosts real estate. Read details.
Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS alliance unveils key BMC poll promises: Rs 1,500 monthly aid for women domestic workers, property tax relief for homes up to 700 sq ft, and youth self-employment schemes. Read their full roadmap for Mumbai.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan reaffirms CPI as a trusted LDF ally, counters Binoy Viswam's remarks on Vellappally Natesan, and addresses Karnataka bulldozer row. Read the full political analysis.
Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS forge alliance for BMC 2026. Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray to address joint rallies starting January 5. A major shift in Maharashtra politics.
Maharashtra's Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance collapses for Pimpri-Chinchwad civic polls. Shiv Sena (UBT) allies with MNS, Congress contests alone. NCP factions unite, BJP fights solo. Get full seat-sharing details.
Raj Thackeray's MNS announces 53 candidates for BMC polls, featuring a North Indian and two Muslim nominees. Key strategy shift ahead of crucial Mumbai civic battle.
Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) finalise alliance for Pune civic polls, agree to accommodate MNS from Sena's seat quota. Seat-sharing details and political strategy revealed.
Maha Vikas Aghadi partners agree to jointly contest Nashik Municipal Corporation polls. Congress & NCP(SP) likely to fight 30-32 seats. Read the full story.
CPM state secretary M V Govindan identifies overconfidence and opposition misinformation as key reasons for the LDF's unexpected setback in Kerala's local body elections. Details inside.
MNS chief Raj Thackeray asks cadre to set aside differences, ally with Shiv Sena (UBT) to counter threats to Mumbai's integrity. Read his full warning.
Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) announce alliance with MNS for Pune Municipal Corporation elections on January 15. Seat-sharing details revealed as parties blame NCP (SP) for delay.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena and Shiv Sena (UBT) finalize seat-sharing for KDMC elections. MNS gets 54 seats, Sena (UBT) 68. Alliance plans joint rally with Raj & Uddhav Thackeray. Read details.
In a major setback for Congress ahead of Nagpur civic polls, four-time corporator Manoj Sable and his wife Harshala defect to BJP. Read about the internal strife over ticket distribution.
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray will address 7-8 joint rallies from Jan 2-13 for Mumbai civic polls, marking their first shared stage at political rallies in 20 years. Details inside.
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray end two-decade feud, forming an alliance for Mumbai civic polls. Can they revive Marathi pride and regionalism to counter BJP's dominance? Analysis inside.
Key leaders from SS(UBT) and MNS in Nashik join BJP, raising questions on the stability of the Thackeray cousins' political pact. Get the full story on the internal dissent.