The BJP's induction of 23 former NCP corporators in Pimpri Chinchwad ahead of civic polls has triggered a major rift within the Mahayuti alliance. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar voices strong displeasure, hinting at retaliation.
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.
In a major political shift, 20 former corporators from Pimpri-Chinchwad, including leaders from NCP, Shiv Sena (UBT), and Congress, join BJP. MLA Mahesh Landge calls it a 'strong response' to Ajit Pawar. Read the full story.
NCP(SP)'s Rahul Kalate and Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Sanjoy Waghere are set to join BJP in Pimpri-Chinchwad ahead of civic polls, sparking strong opposition from local BJP leaders who cite injustice to loyal workers.
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.
Pimpri Chinchwad police impose traffic diversions in Talegaon, Dighi, Chakan, and Alandi from Thursday midnight to Sunday 8 PM for election vote counting. Plan your route.
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.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena attended an MVA meeting in Pune, signaling a potential alliance shift. Meanwhile, Ajit Pawar's NCP explores ties with NCP (SP) for the crucial Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls. Read the latest political developments.
Pimpri Chinchwad civic chief approves major contracts and housing draws just before election announcement, sparking activist concerns. Read the full details.
Pimpri Chinchwad's air quality hits 'poor' levels, with AQI exceeding 200 on 7 days in December. CPCB data reveals PM2.5 & PM10 from vehicles and construction as key culprits. Read the full report.
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.
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.
Pimpri Chinchwad police crack down on illegal arms, seizing three country-made pistols in Chinchwad, Chakan, and Bhosari. Three men arrested, one minor detained. Read the full story.
Pimpri-Chinchwad police have booked three individuals for illegal online betting on an India-South Africa cricket match using the 'Taj777' app. One detained, two others wanted. Read the full details.
A 32-year-old labourer died after an old industrial shed collapsed at a Bhosari MIDC construction site in Pune. Police have filed an ADR and are investigating the incident.
Delhi Police cracked a series of burglaries in Vasant Kunj, arresting three men. The gang used forest patches for escape. Read how police scanned 150+ CCTVs to solve the case.
Pimpri Chinchwad police arrest three and detain a minor for assaulting a cashier and stealing Rs 3.80 lakh. Inside job revealed. Read the full investigation details.
PCMC cracks down on dry cleaning units in Walhekarwadi for releasing untreated effluents into the Pavana river, a key drinking water source. Activists demand stricter regulations. Read more.
Pimpri Chinchwad crime branch arrests three men after a gang assaulted four daily wage labourers and abducted two over a petty argument. The accused were nabbed using CCTV footage.
Mumbai police crack down on a burglary spree in Dahisar, arresting three men responsible for eight break-ins. The key accused has 40 prior offences. Read the full story.
Pimpri Chinchwad Police Commissioner cancels firearms licences of a realtor and a criminal. The action follows an accidental misfire and concealment of criminal records. Read details of the crackdown.
Pune police arrested three individuals and seized three country-made pistols in Pimpri and Chakan. The weapons were smuggled from Madhya Pradesh. Read about the ongoing drive against illegal firearms.
A deadly blaze in a Pune powder-coating factory highlights inadequate fire safety and lack of inspections in MIDC areas. Civic officials demand action. Read more.
Pimpri Chinchwad police impose 12-hour traffic diversion in Alandi for municipal council elections. Avoid congestion with alternate routes. Plan your commute now!
Pimpri police cracked a major vehicle theft ring, arresting five and recovering 39 vehicles worth ₹15 lakh. Read how a special squad solved the case.
Pimpri Chinchwad police intensifies crackdown on illegal firearms, seizing 8 country-made weapons and 11 cartridges in four days. Seven arrested, one minor detained in coordinated operations.
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.
Pimpri Chinchwad Police crack major digital arrest cases, arresting 6 cybercriminals from four states linked to 35+ fraud cases worth over Rs 100 crore, including Mumbai's record Rs 58 crore scam.
In a shocking twist in Pimpri-Chinchwad, a prominent social activist was found murdered in his home. His wife, who initially alerted authorities, has been arrested as the prime suspect in this chilling crime that has stunned the community.