BJP, Congress form rare alliance in Ambernath municipal council
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.
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BJP-Congress Alliance Takes Control of Ambernath Council
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.
Maharashtra Local Body Elections Set for Jan 15 After Legal Delays
Maharashtra gears up for 29 crucial local body elections on January 15, 2026. Key alliances shift as Thackeray brothers unite after 20 years and Pawar factions join hands in Pune. Discover the high-stakes battle for Mumbai's Rs 74,000 crore BMC budget.
BJP Loses Key Panels in Tripunithura Municipality
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 Relaxes Building Setback Rules for Small Plots
Bengaluru govt amends building regulations, reducing setback requirements for plots up to 4000 sqm. Move unlocks buildable space, boosts real estate. Read details.
VBA, CPM Split Vote, Challenge MVA in Nashik Polls
Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi & CPM contesting Nashik civic polls independently may split votes, weakening MVA on ~40 seats. Multi-cornered fights add complexity. Details inside.
21 Turncoats in Pimpri Chinchwad Polls Add to Voter Confusion
21 former corporators in Pimpri Chinchwad have switched parties for the upcoming civic elections, creating confusion among voters amidst fractured political alliances. Read more.
BJP Targets 100+ Nashik Seats, MVA Attacked by Mahajan
BJP leader Girish Mahajan predicts victory in 10 major municipal corporations, including Nashik, in the Jan 15 polls. He claims the MVA alliance has lost relevance, as a former MNS corporator joins the BJP.
69 Unopposed Wins in Maharashtra Civic Polls Spark Row
Maharashtra civic polls see 69 unopposed wins, mostly for ruling Mahayuti. MVA alleges coercion, BJP cites public support. SEC investigates before declaring results. Key details inside.
Kerala CM defends CPI, dismisses ally's criticism
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) leader defects to BJP in Solapur
In a major setback, Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Solapur district president Ganesh Wankar switched to BJP, filing his nomination last-minute. This move leaves the MVA without candidates for four seats in Ward 6. Get the full story.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Allies Turn Foes in 29 Cities
Ahead of Jan 15 polls, Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti & opposition MVA alliances are in disarray. Partners in one city are rivals in another, creating unprecedented political chaos. Full analysis inside.
MVA Allies Congress & Shiv Sena (UBT) Team Up for Amravati Elections
Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) announce a joint front for Amravati Municipal Corporation elections, excluding NCP (Sharad Pawar). Get the latest seat-sharing details and political analysis here.
PCMC Polls: MVA Alliance Fails, Sena (UBT) Teams Up With MNS
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.
Pawar-Adani Baramati Meet Stirs MVA, Mahayuti Politics Before Polls
Sharad Pawar's red-carpet welcome for Gautam Adani in Baramati ahead of crucial civic polls creates unease within MVA, weakens Opposition's 'pro-corporate' attack on BJP. Details inside.
Nashik Civic Polls See Last-Minute Nomination Rush
Key political figures in Nashik filed nominations for NMC polls amid unresolved seat-sharing. Voting on Jan 15, results on Jan 16. Get the latest candidate list and analysis.
MVA Betrayed as NCP (SP) Joins Ajit Pawar for PCMC Polls
MVA alliance in Pimpri Chinchwad accuses NCP (SP) of betrayal after last-minute switch to Ajit Pawar's NCP. Seat-sharing reworked with Congress, MNS. Read the full political drama.
Congress releases first list of 87 for BMC elections
Mumbai Congress announces first list of 87 candidates for BMC polls amid ticket denial unrest. The list includes kin of senior leaders. Get the latest political updates.
CPM Cites Overconfidence for Kerala Local Poll Setback
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.
UBT Sena Slams Congress Over VBA Pact Ahead of BMC Elections
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey criticizes Congress for allying with VBA for Mumbai civic polls, warns of 'Congress-mukt Mumbai'. Get the latest political updates.
Nagpur Congress Corporator Manoj Sable, Wife Join BJP
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.
Sharad Pawar's NCP returns to MVA for Pune civic polls
Sharad Pawar's NCP faction rejoins MVA alliance for Pune Municipal Corporation elections after alliance talks with Ajit Pawar's camp collapse over symbol dispute. Read the full seat-sharing details.
MVA Nashik seat-sharing talks fail, fresh talks Sunday
MVA alliance talks for Nashik civic polls stall as Congress & NCP(SP) demand fresh discussions on all 122 seats. Shiv Sena (UBT), MNS, CPM may contest together if no deal. Read for latest updates.
Pune Civic Polls: NCP Alliance Talks Collapse
Alliance talks between NCP and Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) for Pune Municipal Corporation elections have failed. The deadlock occurred over the demand to use the 'clock' symbol. The NCP(SP) has now rushed back to the MVA fold for seat-sharing discussions.
NCP Alliance Talks Fail, MVA Seals 3-Way Pune Polls Deal
Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) returns to MVA fold after alliance talks with Ajit Pawar's NCP collapse. Congress, NCP(SP), and Shiv Sena (UBT) to get equal 50-55 seats each for PMC elections. Key details inside.
MVA Close to Finalising Nashik Civic Poll Seat Pact
Maharashtra's MVA alliance finalises seat-sharing for Nashik polls, reaching consensus on 100 seats. Final deal expected by Saturday. Read for the latest political developments.
NCP(SP) in MVA Talks for BMC Elections, Meets Uddhav
NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil met Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray for BMC poll seat-sharing talks. He expressed hope for an MVA alliance but admitted hurdles remain. Read the latest updates.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: MVA Splinters as Congress Charts Solo Path
Maharashtra's opposition MVA alliance faces a split as Thackeray brothers reunite for BMC polls and Congress opts to contest alone. Analysis of the political realignment and its impact on crucial civic elections.
Maharashtra's E-Bus Push Falters, Diesel Fleet to Expand
MSRTC's green mobility plans hit major roadblocks. With only 600 e-buses received, the state transport body will add 8,000 diesel buses next year to bolster its weak fleet. Read about the setbacks and commuter woes.
Thackeray Alliance Alters Maharashtra Politics, Congress Solo
The historic reunion of Uddhav and Raj Thackeray signals the end of the MVA coalition, leaving Congress to fight alone in crucial Mumbai civic polls. Can the grand old party survive?
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