Congress Corners Defector MLA Sukhi in Punjab Assembly
Congress leader Partap Bajwa questions MLA Sukhwinder Sukhi's party affiliation amid defection row. Speaker yet to accept his SAD resignation as he sits with AAP. Read the full details.
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Bombay HC slams MMR civic bodies over illegal structures
Bombay High Court criticizes Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan Dombivli, Bhiwandi-Nizampur corporations for failing to enforce laws against illegal constructions, warning thousands could have been prevented.
Congress, BJP join hands to keep Left out of Kerala panchayat
In a dramatic turn, Congress members in Kerala's Mattathur panchayat resigned and allied with BJP to elect a rebel as president, prompting CM Vijayan to warn of a 'dangerous drift'. Full details inside.
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.
NCP's Amravati Leader Joins Ravi Rana's YSP, Shakes Local Politics
In a major political shift, Amravati women's president of Ajit Pawar's NCP, Suchita Anil Vanve, joined MLA Ravi Rana's Yuva Swabhiman Party with her supporters, reshaping the local landscape. Read more.
GHMC Expansion Done, Focus Now on Elections & Structure
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation expansion is now official. Will it remain a single mega body or split? Key political and administrative decisions ahead. Read more.
HDMC's Indore trip amid funds crunch sparks controversy
Over 50 HDMC corporators & officials on a 'study tour' to Indore & Ahmedabad, costing ~Rs 1 lakh each, face public backlash for lack of transparency and timing during a funds crisis. Details inside.
Stormy Ludhiana MC Meeting Sees All 33 Proposals Passed
All 33 proposals, including the budget, passed in a turbulent Ludhiana Municipal Corporation meeting. BJP councillors staged a walkout over procedural issues. Read the full details.
Prakash Mahajan, Ex-MNS Leader, Joins Shinde's Shiv Sena
Former MNS leader Prakash Mahajan, brother of late BJP leader Pramod Mahajan, has joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction, marking a significant shift in Maharashtra's political landscape ahead of the state elections.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: BJP, Congress Finalize Candidates Today
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
Telangana HC seeks state reply on GHMC merger petitions
Telangana High Court issues notice to state govt on petitions challenging merger of 27 municipalities into GHMC. Petitioners call ordinances unconstitutional. Next hearing on Jan 28, 2026.
Ex-Congress Leaders Rahul Dive, Asha Tadvi Join Shiv Sena
In a political setback, two former Congress corporators from Nashik, Rahul Dive and Asha Tadvi, defect to Shiv Sena. The move, ahead of civic elections, highlights local alliance tensions. Read more.
AAP Councillors in Chandigarh Join BJP Before Mayoral Elections
In a major political shift, two AAP councillors from Chandigarh have joined the BJP ahead of the mayoral polls. The move is expected to impact the power dynamics in the city's municipal corporation.
Chandigarh Ward Count Stays at 35, No Delimitation
Chandigarh's municipal ward count remains at 35 as the delimitation committee finds no justification for change. Key details on the decision and its implications for local governance.
Vasco MMC recovers Rs 5 crore dues from Indian Oil Corporation
Mormugao Municipal Council recovers Rs 5 crore in principal dues from IOCL. MMC chief officer insists on Rs 3.5 crore interest, funds to benefit employees and laborers. Read the full story.
Naidu: Fix Anti-Defection Law Loopholes to Save Democracy
Former VP M. Venkaiah Naidu warns that failing to plug loopholes in the anti-defection law makes a mockery of democracy. Read his urgent call for constitutional integrity.
Why India's Anti-Defection Law Needs Urgent Reforms
India's 1985 Anti-Defection Law is failing to curb political horse-trading. Explore the loopholes, recent controversies, and crucial reforms needed to save parliamentary democracy. Read more.
Maharashtra Council Results 2025: Nanded, Latur Winners
Maharashtra Municipal Council election results 2025 declared for Nanded and Latur. Get the full list of winning candidates and party-wise performance analysis here.
Maharashtra 2025 Local Polls: Key Districts' Past Performance
A look back at the 2022 results in Bhandara, Chandrapur, Hingoli, and Jalna ahead of the crucial 2025 Maharashtra local body elections. Key insights for the political battleground.
KTR Dares CM Revanth for Bypoll Over Defected MLAs
BRS leader KT Rama Rao challenges Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to make 10 defected MLAs resign and seek a fresh mandate. He criticizes the Congress's tactics and cites BRS's panchayat poll victory in Sircilla.
SCSSP to Contest All 29 Maharashtra Civic Polls Independently
SCSSP announces independent run in 29 Maharashtra civic polls, prioritising educated candidates and a 'Singapore-like' urban development agenda for Pune and beyond.
Telangana Speaker Dismisses BRS Disqualification Pleas
Telangana Assembly Speaker dismisses BRS petitions seeking disqualification of 10 MLAs, citing lack of proof of defection. BRS alleges bias, claims MLAs joined Congress. Full details inside.
Speaker Dismisses BRS Petitions, Cites Party Dues
Telangana Assembly Speaker rejects disqualification petitions against 10 BRS MLAs, citing continued collection of party funds as proof of membership. BRS alleges bias. Details inside.
Bengal Assembly Won't Appeal Mukul Roy's Disqualification
West Bengal Assembly Secretariat decides not to challenge Calcutta HC verdict disqualifying Mukul Roy as MLA. Speaker Biman Bandopadhyay says initiative lies with Roy's son. Read the full story.
Vasai-Virar Civic Body Plans 10% Workforce Reduction
The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) has initiated a process to cut 10% of its contractual staff to reduce costs. Departments must submit detailed reports by December 17.
Ex-Rahul Gandhi aide's wife Pradnya Satav defects to BJP
In a major setback for Congress ahead of Maharashtra civic polls, MLC Pradnya Satav, wife of late Rahul Gandhi confidant Rajeev Satav, joins BJP. Congress strength in Council falls to six.
Mohali Ward Redrawing Alters Electoral Equations for 2026 Polls
The proposed delimitation of wards in Mohali ahead of the 2026 civic polls has ignited a fierce political battle. Congress alleges AAP of bias, while the ruling party calls it a standard procedure. Read more.
Telangana Speaker Dismisses BRS Petitions Against 5 MLAs
Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar dismissed disqualification petitions against 5 MLAs accused of switching to Congress. BRS plans to challenge the ruling in High Court.
BRS to Challenge Speaker's Decision on Defecting MLAs
Telangana Assembly Speaker dismisses disqualification petitions against MLAs who joined Congress. BRS terms it unconstitutional and will challenge the decision in the High Court. Details inside.
NMC Launches Online NOC System for Election Candidates
Nashik Municipal Corporation introduces a single-window online system to speed up No-Objection Certificate issuance for municipal election candidates. Learn how the new process works.
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