The 2026 civic elections in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad are set for a fierce contest between BJP and NCP. With poaching of leaders and delayed polls, the political duel intensifies. Read the full analysis.
Residents of Pisoli, Undri, Mohammadwadi & NIBM Road in Pune demand water, roads & sewage before PMC elections. Read their charter of demands.
In a major pre-poll boost for BJP, several key leaders from NCP, NCP (SP), and Shiv Sena (UBT) joined the party in Mumbai. The move, just weeks before PMC nominations, reshapes Pune's political landscape. Read more.
With less than a month for PMC elections, aspirants across parties are finalizing manifestos focusing on water, health, and traffic. Read how they plan to connect with Pune's voters.
Panvel City Municipal Corporation clears 2,783 illegal banners and 620 ads to enforce the model code of conduct for the 2026 civic elections. Read about the ward-wise action and election details.
Congress explores alliance with Ajit Pawar's NCP for PCMC elections, seeking 20 seats. BJP faces defections and internal dissent over ticket distribution. Key political realignments shape the battle for 128 seats.
BJP in Pune is overwhelmed with over 2000 ticket aspirants for the 165 PMC corporator seats. The party, confident after recent electoral wins, treads carefully to finalize candidates and avoid rebellion before the January 15 polls.
With 10 of Pune's 41 wards having over one lakh registered voters, candidates face a tight two-week campaign window for the January 15 civic polls. Key challenges in merged areas highlighted.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar assesses NCP's readiness for Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls, inducts leaders from BJP & Shiv Sena. Will the party reclaim its former stronghold?
PCMC faces opposition fire for issuing tenders worth Rs 250 crore just before the Model Code of Conduct began. Commissioner defends move as routine repairs. Read the full story.
Pimpri Chinchwad civic chief approves major contracts and housing draws just before election announcement, sparking activist concerns. Read the full details.
Ahead of Pune's PMC elections on Jan 15, Kalyani Nagar residents demand action on waste, roads, and flooding. Citizens urge candidates to prioritize basic civic issues.
PCMC enforces Model Code of Conduct, removing 4,819 unauthorised political displays including banners and hoardings. Commissioner Hardikar stresses fairness. Read the full report.
MVA alliance partners Congress, NCP SP, and Shiv Sena (UBT) in Pune announce joint front for PMC polls to counter BJP. Talks with MNS underway. Details inside.
Pimpri Chinchwad's final voter list reveals significant changes in 7 wards, with shifts over 4,000 voters. Analysts warn this could sway election outcomes. See the key details and potential impact.
Over 35 lakh voters in Pune will elect 165 corporators on January 15 to tackle pressing civic issues like traffic, water, and garbage. Key political alliances gear up for the crucial polls.
Maharashtra's Pimpri Chinchwad to hold civic polls on January 15. Over 17 lakh voters to elect 128 corporators as BJP and NCP prepare for a high-stakes battle. Key issues include water scarcity and infrastructure.
Pune residents are organizing Nagrik Sabhas and drafting manifestos to force candidates to focus on local issues like water, roads, and infrastructure in the upcoming civic elections. Read how citizen power is reshaping the political discourse.
Pune gears up for municipal elections with plans for 4,000+ polling stations across 41 wards for 35.51 lakh voters. Preparations underway as officials finalize locations and verify electoral rolls.
Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) will contest the upcoming Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal polls with MVA allies, rejecting any tie-up with Ajit Pawar's faction. Read the full details here.
Pune Municipal Corporation faces criticism after draft electoral rolls contain major errors. Citizens submitted 22,809 suggestions for corrections. Read about the errors and the extended deadline.
A deadly blaze in Pune's Bhosari MIDC reveals critical fire safety lapses. Officials cite missing inspections & no dedicated fire station, putting 5000+ units at risk. Read the full investigation.
A major fire in a Pimple Saudagar building trapped students. PCMC fire brigade heroically rescued 6 and evacuated 42 others. Details on the incident and local fire safety demands inside.
Pune Municipal Corporation extends deadline for electoral roll objections to Dec 3 after complaints of 3 lakh double entries and ward mismatches. Citizens urged to verify their details online.
Pune Municipal Corporation reveals over 3 lakh duplicate entries in draft electoral roll for upcoming elections. PMC says it's powerless to delete names, raising concerns over electoral integrity.
PCMC launches immediate inspections and potential closure of 30 non-compliant RMC plants following MPCB pollution violations. Clean air initiative targets dust and emission control systems.
After PCMC seat reservations were announced, political hopefuls like Sanjay Shendge and Veena Sonawalkar gear up for 2025 elections. Read how reservation changes are reshaping political fortunes.
Young scions from political families prepare for PMC elections after Supreme Court deadline. Discover how legacy continues in Pune's civic polls with new faces.
Pune Municipal Corporation election reservation draw allocates 83 seats for women, 44 for OBC. Political aspirants launch campaigns as BJP, NCP, Congress candidates reveal constituencies.
Citizens in Pimpri-Chinchwad raise urgent concerns about unscientific construction methods altering river flow patterns and threatening local biodiversity. Experts warn of long-term environmental consequences.