Major Global Elections Scheduled for 2026
2026 will be a pivotal year for global democracy with major elections in India, the US, France, Brazil, and others. Explore the key political battles shaping the world order.
2026 will be a pivotal year for global democracy with major elections in India, the US, France, Brazil, and others. Explore the key political battles shaping the world order.
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.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis defends BJP's unopposed victories in local body polls, accusing Congress and allies of hypocrisy. Elections for 29 corporations, including BMC, are set for January 15.
Congress and RPI faction release BMC election manifesto, pledging to strengthen public health, transport, and fight pollution. Key promises include 24-hour civic hospitals and 5000 MLD water supply.
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.
BJP's candidate list for Mumbai BMC elections shows a historic tilt towards women, with 76 female nominees. The party is fielding women even in open, high-stakes wards. Read more.
A record 15,931 candidates are contesting for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra. BMC is the biggest battleground with 1,700 candidates for 227 seats. Read more.
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.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray unveils manifesto for BMC polls, pledging one lakh affordable homes, tax relief, and a 24-hour city. Read the key promises.
The Congress-VBA alliance faces a major setback ahead of Mumbai BMC polls, struggling to find suitable candidates for 16 key seats. Read about the internal challenges and political implications.
BJP denies BMC election tickets to nearly 40% of its 2017 corporators. The move to bring in new faces triggers mixed reactions, with some joining rivals. Read the full story.
As Mumbai's BMC wards are reserved for women, political families field wives, raising questions about true empowerment. Read the full analysis of dynastic politics in local elections.
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.
Mumbai's K-East ward, contributing Rs 526 crore in property tax, grapples with severe civic issues like water cuts, traffic jams, and subway flooding. As BMC polls near, residents hope for change.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee engage in a sharp war of words ahead of crucial 2026 state polls and BMC elections. Get the full details.
BMC announces online admissions for 22 popular CBSE, ICSE, IB & IGCSE schools from Jan 1, 2026. With 2,262 seats, a transparent lottery system will ensure fairness. Apply now!
Mumbai Congress announces first list of 87 candidates for BMC polls amid ticket denial unrest. The list includes kin of senior leaders. Get the latest political updates.
BJP quietly issued AB forms post-midnight for BMC polls, avoiding a formal list. The strategy, causing internal dissent over ticket distribution to newcomers and denial to seniors, reveals party unease ahead of crucial Mumbai civic elections.
Ajit Pawar-led NCP reveals its first candidate list for the crucial 2026 BMC elections, naming 37 aspirants. Get the full list and analysis of the party's Mumbai strategy here.
Congress reveals its first list of 70 candidates for the high-stakes Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections on January 15, forming key alliances with VBA and RSP. Full details inside.
Aam Aadmi Party releases third list of 15 candidates for BMC elections, bringing total to 51. Party aims to contest all 227 seats, banking on 'Kejriwal model'. Read the full story.
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.
NCP(SP) demands a higher seat share from the Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance for the crucial BMC elections. Will the Maha Vikas Aghadi partners resolve their differences? Read the latest updates.
Mumbai's BMC 2026 election process sees 44 nominations filed. SEC mandates toilet usage certificate for candidates. Strict training compulsory for poll staff. Details inside.
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray will address 7-8 joint rallies from Jan 2-13 for Mumbai civic polls, marking their first shared stage at political rallies in 20 years. Details inside.
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.
NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil met Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray for BMC poll seat-sharing talks. He expressed hope for an MVA alliance but admitted hurdles remain. Read the latest updates.
Maharashtra's opposition MVA alliance faces a split as Thackeray brothers reunite for BMC polls and Congress opts to contest alone. Analysis of the political realignment and its impact on crucial civic elections.