After prolonged negotiations, both NCP factions have sealed a seat-sharing pact for the crucial Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal corporation elections scheduled for January 15. Read the full details of this political tie-up.
Congress scrambles to finalize seat-sharing with allies Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP(SP) as the nomination deadline looms. Internal dissent and last-minute candidate list release mark tense final stretch for civic polls. Read more.
Frustrated by BJP's lack of communication, Shiv Sena and NCP form a separate alliance for Nashik Municipal Corporation polls. Seat-sharing talks to be finalized tonight. Read the full story.
TN Congress president K Selvaperunthagai accuses AICC's Praveen Chakravarty of working for BJP-RSS to disrupt DMK alliance. He has written to Kharge demanding action. Read the full story.
Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) and Ajit Pawar's NCP forge a limited alliance for Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic elections, targeting BJP. Polls on Jan 15. Read the full story.
As NCP factions unite for PCMC elections, BJP leaders express confidence in a landslide victory, targeting over 100 seats. Key details on candidate selection and alliance talks inside.
In a significant political move, the Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar-led NCP factions announce an alliance for the Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune civic elections, marking a temporary reunion. Read the details and political implications.
In a significant political move, NCP and NCP(SP) have formed an alliance for the Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections. A similar attempt for Pune failed. Read the latest on Maharashtra politics.
After a bitter 2.5-year split, Ajit Pawar's NCP and Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) form a tactical alliance for Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic polls. Driven by grassroots pressure and the threat of BJP expansion, this local pact aims to protect their political t
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.
Ajit Pawar's NCP announces a crucial alliance with Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) for the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, reuniting the party factions for the civic battle.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar confirms NCP and NCP(SP) will contest PCMC elections together. Seat-sharing pact finalised, candidates announced. Details on the political reunion and its impact.
Ajit Pawar-led NCP announces 37 candidates for BMC polls, contesting solo despite Mahayuti alliance. AAP names 51, Congress-VBA tie-up finalizes. Key dates: Jan 15 voting, Dec 30 nomination deadline.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar announces alliance between NCP and Sharad Pawar's faction for upcoming civic elections, ending a bitter feud. Details on seat-sharing soon.
On its 140th Foundation Day, we explore the Indian National Congress's journey from a British-era platform to a dominant political force, and Gandhi's changing views on its purpose post-Independence.
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.
Talks between NCP factions for a seat-sharing deal in Pune's Lok Sabha constituency have stalled. Key leaders remain at odds over candidate selection and strategy.
Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee celebrates 140 years of INC with a historical exhibition, flag-hoisting, and symposium in Lucknow. Key leaders to address party workers and outline future plans.
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.
Congress leadership confirms crucial meeting with DMK chief M.K. Stalin to finalize seat-sharing for Tamil Nadu's 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Get the latest updates on the opposition alliance.
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.
Crucial seat-sharing negotiations between NCP (SP) and NCP for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections have failed. Polling for 29 Maharashtra civic bodies is set for January 15.
Alliance talks between NCP factions for Pune civic polls break down over 'clock' symbol dispute. NCP(SP) rushes back to Maha Vikas Aghadi for seat-sharing discussions. Read the full story.
NCP (SP) leader Azam Pansare meets Ajit Pawar, sparks buzz of alliance for Mumbai civic polls. Key leaders give conflicting signals on seat-sharing with MVA.
Alliance talks between NCP factions in Pimpri-Chinchwad turn tense over seat-sharing demands. NCP (SP) seeks up to 23 seats, while BJP gears up to release its first candidate list on Sunday. Get the latest updates.
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.
In a major political shift, former Pune mayor Prashant Jagtap quits NCP (SP) and joins Congress in Mumbai. The move strengthens Congress's position in Pune amid complex alliance talks. Read the full story.
Shiv Sena (UBT) to contest 12 seats in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections as part of a seat-sharing pact with Congress. NCP (SP) negotiations stall, while Mahayuti alliance also faces internal disputes over seat allocation.
NCP(SP) MP Supriya Sule signals potential alliance with NCP for municipal elections, citing historical Congress-NCP pact. Talks ongoing, no final proposal yet.
The Maharashtra Congress has decided to contest the upcoming Pune Municipal Corporation elections independently, distancing itself from NCP factions to uphold its secular identity. Key details inside.