BJP's Ashish Shelar announces a coordination committee and AI integration for BMC to ensure transparency and zero tolerance for corruption ahead of the civic polls. The next mayor will be from Mahayuti, he claims.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena gets BMC permission for a joint rally with Shiv Sena (UBT) at Dadar's Shivaji Park. Uddhav and Raj Thackeray to share stage after two decades, marking a significant political shift ahead of BMC polls.
In an exclusive interview, Uddhav Thackeray explains the Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance for BMC polls, calling it a battle to preserve Mumbai's identity against MahaYuti's 'corruption glue'.
NCP's 2026 BMC election manifesto pledges property tax waiver for 700 sq ft homes, planting 10 lakh trees, and a 'Safe Mumbai' campaign for women. Read the full plan to transform the city.
The battle for Maharashtra's civic bodies, led by the ₹74,000 crore BMC, heats up as Uddhav and Raj Thackeray reunite after 20 years. Read how shifting alliances set the stage for a major political showdown.
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's Mumbai chief Pavan Tripathi unveils plans for a religious tourism corridor linking four major temples, predicts Mahayuti's big win in BMC polls, and commits to a slum-free, secure Mumbai. Read the full interview.
BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani told Bombay HC that summoning court staff for poll duty was an 'inadvertent misreading' of SEC order. The court stayed the order and will clarify the law.
Bombay High Court demands explanation from BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani for issuing directives to subordinate court staff for civic election duty. Next hearing in three weeks.
Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC accuses Aaditya Thackeray of regressive politics. Thackeray hits back at Mahayuti government over credit theft claims. Battle heats up ahead of crucial BMC elections.
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule asserts civic elections will be contested on development. CM Fadnavis's statewide tour is key for Mahayuti's mandate. Read more.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis pledges housing for Marathi residents in Mumbai's heart, a Rs 17,000 crore pollution fund, and a 450-km metro network. Read about the Mahayuti's Mumbai makeover plan.
Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance kicks off BMC election campaign from Uddhav Thackeray's Worli bastion. CM Devendra Fadnavis launches scathing attack on Uddhav and Raj Thackeray. Key political battle heats up.
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.
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale announces RPI(A)'s alliance with Mahayuti for BMC 2026 elections, demanding 20 seats. Key political shift ahead of Mumbai civic polls.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections see a compressed 10-day campaign. Candidates scramble for voter attention as big parties gain an edge. Read how the race against time unfolds.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis states the next Mumbai mayor will be from Mahayuti, a Hindu and Marathi person. BMC polls are set for Jan 15. Read the full story on the political dynamics.
Analysis of BMC poll nominations reveals nepotism surge, with 43 politicians fielding relatives. BJP, Congress, NCP MLAs among those prioritizing family over party workers. Read the full story.
Prakash Ambedkar's VBA could not find candidates for 16 of 21 Mumbai BMC seats allotted to it, handing them back to Congress. The alliance denies any rift, but the move may reshape the electoral battlefield. Read the full analysis.
The Mahayuti alliance faces a major setback in the Mumbai civic polls as nominations for two key wards are rejected. Get the full details on this pre-voting shocker.
RTI data reveals over Rs 1,490 crore in Mumbai development funds since 2023 went almost entirely to ruling alliance wards, raising governance questions ahead of BMC elections. Read the full investigation.
Opposition legislators in Mumbai allege systemic bias as their proposals for basic amenities like roads, drains, and toilets remain unfunded by BMC ahead of crucial civic polls. Read their claims.
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale terms RPI(A)'s exclusion from Mahayuti seat-sharing for BMC polls a 'betrayal'. Party to contest 38 seats independently while supporting alliance on others.
The ruling Mahayuti alliance finalised its seat-sharing pact for the BMC elections. BJP to contest 137 seats, Shiv Sena gets 90. Polling on January 15. Read the full details.
After intense week-long negotiations, BJP and Shiv Sena finalised a 137-90 seat-sharing pact for BMC polls. The delay forced BJP to distribute AB forms without an official list, a first for the party in a prestige election.
After a week of intense negotiations, BJP and Shiv Sena finalised a 137-90 seat-sharing formula for Mumbai civic polls. The alliance aims to secure the BMC mayor's post. Read the full details.
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.
Seat-sharing talks between Shiv Sena and BJP for the BMC elections are in the final stages, with a formula for 200 seats agreed. Negotiations continue on 20 disputed seats as the nomination deadline nears.
Mahayuti alliance finalises seat-sharing for 200 BMC wards. Hectic parleys continue for remaining 27 seats as BJP and Shinde Sena aim to contest all 227. Key meetings held in Thane.
Mumbai Congress chief Varsha Gaikwad alleges massive corruption in BMC works, citing a Rs 5,000-crore PAP scam. She claims public funds are being looted since 2022. Read the full chargesheet details.