Nagpur Civic Polls: NOTA Emerges as Decisive Spoiler
In Nagpur's 2026 municipal elections, NOTA votes surged by 25%, exceeding votes of 274 candidates and impacting close contests by outnumbering winning margins.
In Nagpur's 2026 municipal elections, NOTA votes surged by 25%, exceeding votes of 274 candidates and impacting close contests by outnumbering winning margins.
Nagpur residents face confusion as voter lists shift names to different prabhags without address changes. Many skip voting due to unknown candidates and long queues.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections feature intense contests with veteran clashes, family feuds, and rebel alliances shaping key prabhags beyond party lines.
Veteran politician Ravindra Paigwar makes a dramatic return to electoral politics in Nagpur after 34 years, contesting the NMC polls on a Congress ticket from Prabhag 19B.
Nagpur's Prabhag 22D witnesses a fierce contest between BJP's Shrikant Aglawe and Congress's Gnyaneshwar Jhode, highlighting ideological versus grassroots politics in the city.
Prabhag No 16 in Nagpur, a long-time BJP bastion, sees unprecedented uncertainty in NMC elections after Sandip Joshi's exit, with party infighting and Congress gaining ground.
Nagpur's Prabhag 22D witnesses a fierce contest between BJP's Shrikant Aglawe and Congress's Gnyaneshwar Jhore, highlighting ideological versus grassroots politics.
East Nagpur's Prabhag 21 witnesses a high-voltage direct fight between NCP's Abha Pande and Congress's Rutika Daff. With 65,000 voters, every vote counts. Read the full analysis of this electoral nail-biter.
Frustrated residents of Nagpur's Prabhag 2 announce election boycott over unfinished sewer lines and poor roads. Nearly 12,000 voters to abstain in protest.
Former cab aggregator and drivers' union leader Deepak Sane joins Nagpur Municipal Corporation election fray from Prabhag 11A. He pledges to revive defunct government schools and improve public services. Read his grassroots agenda.
With Nagpur voting on January 15, civic elections enter a chaotic phase. Shiv Sena UBT rebels campaign with official candidates, while BJP & Congress rebels unite, signaling a collapse of party discipline. Read more.
With 227 Independents in the fray for Nagpur's civic polls, history suggests a tough fight. Explore the structural and voter behaviour challenges that make victory elusive for unaffiliated candidates.
Days before Nagpur civic polls, families discover members enrolled in different prabhags despite same address. Officials cite boundary revisions. Read how this confusion is unfolding.
The stage is set for a fierce BJP vs NCP battle in the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, with direct contests in 44 seats. Get the full seat-wise breakdown and political analysis here.
Karnataka introduces a stringent bill criminalising social boycotts, going beyond Maharashtra's law. Learn about its key provisions and the challenges in implementation.
Nagpur's NMC election witnesses highly fragmented contests with over 10 candidates in 28 prabhags, leading to unpredictable vote division. Read the full analysis.
In Nagpur's Prabhag 31, disgruntled workers from BJP and Congress have joined forces to create a 'Parivartan Panel'. This new alliance, led by seasoned politicians, vows to challenge the established parties and fight for Bahujan rights. Read more about th
Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls see tough multi-cornered contests as BJP rebels, including a 6-time corporator, refuse to withdraw nominations, threatening party prospects in key wards. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's nomination scrutiny shows orderly process with few rejections in Dhantoli and Laxmi Nagar zones. Read the latest updates on the civic elections.
Chandrapur Municipal Corporation elections see 314 candidates after nomination closure. BJP-Congress alliances shift locally, sparking multi-cornered contests and internal dissent. Key details inside.
American far-right figure Nick Fuentes urges supporters to withhold votes in 2026 & 2028 to pressure Trump-Vance on immigration, H-1B visas. Read the full controversy.
The Workers Party of Bangladesh announces boycott of the 13th national election, citing a lack of fair environment and law and order concerns. Key details inside.
Pavan Joshi shares a cryptic, emotional Instagram post following ex-fiancée Kinjal Dave's engagement to Dhruvin Shah. The engagement triggered a community boycott and a fierce response from Dave. Explore the full story.
Geoffrey Boycott analyses England's Boxing Day Test win, arguing it exposes a systemic failure in developing batsmen for Test cricket due to white-ball dominance. Read his blunt verdict.
Geoffrey Boycott criticises MCG pitch with excessive grass after 4th Ashes Test ends in 2 days. Read his scathing column and analysis of the match.
Myanmar holds its first general election in five years under strict military oversight. Critics slam the process as a sham designed to cement junta power, while conflict prevents voting in many regions. Read the full analysis.
Siliguri hotels announce a total boycott of Bangladeshi tourists, citing political tensions and violence against Hindus. The move follows the murder of a Hindu worker in Bangladesh. Read more.
Nagpur's Prabhag 11 emerges as a crucial constituency for upcoming civic polls. With Dayashankar Tiwari's move and split voting patterns, the contest is heating up. Explore the key players and issues.
Nagpur's Prabhag 10, a diverse electoral seat, is set for a fiercely competitive civic poll. With shifting loyalties and key defections, the Congress stronghold faces a determined BJP challenge. Discover the factors shaping this crucial contest.
Nagpur's Prabhag 9, split between two Assembly seats, is set for a fierce contest. Congress aims to reclaim lost ground from BSP, while BJP strengthens its base. Over 55,000 voters hold the key.