Why Mumbaikars Contest BMC Polls: University Study
A University of Mumbai study uncovers the real reasons behind entering BMC elections, from political ambition to business interests. Discover the findings shaping Mumbai's civic politics.
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Nagpur Civic Polls: Digital Push for 4 Lakh New Voters
With 993 candidates for 151 seats, Nagpur's civic election campaign pivots to social media & WhatsApp to target 4 lakh new voters in a tight 10-day window. Discover the digital battle shaping the outcome.
Nagpur Voters Boycott Polls Over Broken Infrastructure
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.
Nagpur Voters Confront Ex-Corporators Over Civic Failures
As Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections near, frustrated citizens confront former corporators over years of neglect in drainage, water, and roads. Read about the rising public anger.
Pune voters demand road accountability ahead of civic polls
As Pune's civic elections approach, crumbling roads and pedestrian neglect emerge as key voter issues. Residents demand lasting solutions and accountability from corporators over persistent infrastructure failures.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Flawed Affidavits Raise Transparency Concerns
A review of Nagpur Municipal Corporation election affidavits reveals incomplete, unreadable documents, raising serious questions about voter transparency. Read the full investigation.
Bangladesh Considers JF-17 Jets from Pakistan, Restarts Flights
Bangladesh explores buying JF-17 Thunder fighters from Pakistan & resumes Dhaka-Karachi flights after 12 years, signaling a diplomatic shift. Read the full analysis.
Bangladesh-Pakistan Direct Flights Resume After Decade
Direct air connectivity between Bangladesh and Pakistan restarts after a 10-year gap. Biman Bangladesh Airlines and Pakistan International Airlines will operate weekly flights, boosting trade and people-to-people ties.
Pune's Unresolved Garbage Issue Haunts Civic Polls
Despite PMC's Swachh efforts, Pune's waste management collapses daily. Citizens demand systems, not slogans, as garbage returns by afternoon. Read the full report on the civic failure.
Dhaka-Karachi Direct Flights Resume After Decade
Biman Bangladesh Airlines restarts direct Dhaka-Karachi flights from Jan 29, ending a 10-year hiatus. The move aims to boost business, tourism, and bilateral relations. Read more.
Dhaka-Karachi Direct Flights Resume After 12-Year Hiatus
Biman Bangladesh Airlines resumes direct Dhaka-Karachi flights from Jan 29, ending a decade-long gap. The move aims to boost travel, trade, and ties between Bangladesh and Pakistan. Read more.
Indore water contamination deaths reveal failing infrastructure
Indore's 'cleanest city' image shattered as 8 die from contaminated water. Investigation reveals ageing pipelines, ignored warnings, and systemic failures in civic management. Read the full report.
Indore's Water Disaster Was No Accident
The recent water crisis in Indore was a predictable failure. Explore the systemic lapses in planning, infrastructure, and governance that led to this urban disaster. Learn what must change.
BMC Makes Essay Mandatory for All 2,516 Election Candidates
In a historic BMC election move, all 2,516 candidates had to submit a 100-500 word essay on local development plans. The rule, first used in 2018 bypolls, divided political aspirants. Read the full story.
Ajit Pawar attacks BJP over corruption, allies hit back
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's sharp attack on BJP allies over corruption & intimidation in civic polls triggers a political crisis within the ruling Mahayuti alliance. Read the full story.
Ajit Pawar's BJP Attack Sparks Mahayuti Alliance Crisis
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's public attack on BJP over corruption and intimidation in civic polls triggers a major rift in the ruling Mahayuti alliance. BJP state chief expresses regret over the tie-up.
Thackeray: Cancel 68 Unopposed Civic Poll Wins
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray demands cancellation of 68 unopposed civic poll wins, calling it a 'robbery' of Gen Z's voting rights. He alleges misuse of power and threats to candidates.
Governance Failure Leaves Hyderabad, Pakistan Roads in Ruins
Chronic neglect and official apathy have left Hyderabad, Pakistan's roads in a state of dangerous disrepair, crippling daily life and exposing deep governance failures. Read the full report.
MQM-P starts 'Karachi Bachao' campaign over civic woes
MQM-P announces 'Karachi Bachao' campaign protesting Karachi's dire civic conditions, including water shortages and power cuts. The party demands immediate government action.
Indore Water Contamination Deaths: Civic Failure Exposed
A massive health crisis unfolds in Indore as contaminated water leads to deaths and over 66,000 screenings. Read about the systemic failures and the government's response.
Indore Diarrhoea Outbreak Kills 10, Sparks Blame Game
A diarrhoea outbreak in Indore's Bhagirathpura claims 10 lives, exposing serious lapses in the BJP-led civic body. Officials and elected representatives clash over accountability as the state government takes action. Read the full report.
Ajit Pawar defends NCP's tickets to candidates with criminal cases
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar defended NCP's decision to field candidates with criminal backgrounds for Pune civic polls, citing 'innocent until proven guilty'. He also promised a probe into PCMC irregularities if NCP wins.
Pakistan OKs Biman's Direct Dhaka-Karachi Flights
Pakistan's aviation authority greenlights Biman Bangladesh Airlines to start direct operations on the Dhaka-Karachi route. Flight schedules to be finalised next week.
Karachi's crumbling roads, weak enforcement spark outrage
Karachi residents face daily peril due to severe road damage and poor law enforcement. Read how the infrastructure crisis is impacting lives and the demands for urgent action.
Mumbai's L Ward: Slums to Skyscrapers Struggle with Civic Woes
Mumbai's densely populated L ward, home to over 7.5 lakh people, faces chronic issues of garbage, traffic, waterlogging, and incomplete DP roads. Discover the ground reality and political challenges ahead of the 2026 elections.
Pune Vimannagar Citizens' Charter Sets Poll Demands
Vimannagar residents demand action on encroachments, water, noise pollution, and road digging from PMC poll candidates. Their vote hinges on written commitments with timelines.
33,606 Nominations for 2,869 Civic Seats in Maharashtra
Maharashtra civic polls see massive rush with 33,606 nominations for 2,869 seats. Pune tops the list. Final candidate list by Jan 3. Explore the reasons behind the surge.
Indore Water Contamination: 7 Dead, Toilet Over Pipeline
A grave civic lapse in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, where a toilet was built directly over a drinking water line without a safety tank, led to sewage contamination and 7 deaths. Over 149 hospitalized.
Jalandhar Mayor Lists Key Projects, Vows Swifter Civic Reforms
Jalandhar Mayor Jagdish Raja reviews major civic projects completed in his first year, pledges faster reforms and infrastructure upgrades for 2026. Read his full vision for the city.
Punjab Sinks Deeper in Debt: Rs 3.73 Lakh Crore Burden
Punjab's debt crisis escalates to Rs 3.73 lakh crore, consuming 46% of revenue. This fiscal emergency threatens development and demands urgent policy action. Read the full analysis.
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