Shiv Sena candidate Raju Pednekar campaigns hard in Mumbai's Ward 62, leveraging past work and community support against Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Zeeshan Multani. Read about his strategy and voter sentiment.
BJP's Vinod Mishra campaigns for BMC re-election, highlighting his work on slum rehabilitation and COVID relief. He asserts voters in his diverse constituency prioritize development over religion. Read his full story.
Residents of Mumbai's R-North ward in Dahisar and Borivali face severe health issues due to unchecked construction dust and pollution. As BMC elections near, civic neglect of gardens and river revival is under fire.
Mumbai's E Ward, spanning Byculla to Dockyard Road, heads to polls with legacy candidates dominating the fray. Yet, residents' core issues—water, pollution, and broken infrastructure—remain unaddressed for years.
As Pune gears up for civic polls on Jan 15, residents' groups release manifestos demanding basic amenities like water, walkable roads, and better waste management, holding future corporators accountable.
Mumbai's Ward 107 in Mulund West witnesses a unique electoral battle. BJP's Neil Somaiya faces independent Dinesh Jadhav, backed by Uddhav & Raj Thackeray. Read about the key issues and voter dynamics.
BJP candidate Rakhi Jadhav opens election office in Ghatkopar East, highlighting her long-term connect and redevelopment challenges. Read about the key contest.
Independent candidate Tejal Pawar accuses Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar of pressuring her to withdraw her BMC nomination. She alleges offers of crores, a flat, and BMC tenders. Speaker denies all 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.
Mumbai's Kurar police register a case against a candidate's relative for running an unauthorized medical camp in Malad East, violating the election model code of conduct. Read the full details.
Former Mumbai mayor Vishakha Raut campaigns in Dadar's Ward 191, facing Sena's Priya Sarvankar. A battle of legacy and loyalty unfolds in Shiv Sena's home turf. Read more.
Mumbai's P South ward in Goregaon faces critical civic issues from incomplete flyover links to rampant encroachments. As BMC elections approach, residents demand solutions. Read the full report.
BMC election candidate Tejal Pawar alleges Maharashtra Speaker Rahul Narvekar pressured her to withdraw from Colaba ward to favour his candidate. Read the full account of the controversy.
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.
Independent candidate Prashant Thakur vows to solve Powai's civic issues in 100 days, filing a notarised manifesto on stamp paper. Read his promises for pothole-free roads and lake conservation.
Ex-mayor Kishori Pednekar campaigns in BMC's Ward 199, leveraging past work & Thackeray brothers' alliance. She faces Rupal Kusale, Shashikala Jaiswar & Nandini Jadhav VBA. Read her promises.
Frustrated residents of Mumbai's Lokhandwala Complex plan to vote NOTA in the BMC election, citing years of unaddressed issues like traffic, hawking, and political apathy. Read why they feel taken for granted.
Mumbai's geographically largest civic ward, P North, housing 8% of city's voters, battles illegal encroachment, land grabbing & drug issues. 139 candidates in fray for crucial BMC polls.
Mumbai's R South ward witnesses a fierce family-dominated contest in BMC elections. Congress vs Shiv Sena battle shaped by caste certificate disqualification and new women's reservation. Read more.
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.
Mumbai's municipal commissioner finds the Colaba RO's actions legally sound but administratively lacking after AAP, JD complaints. Read the full report details and political fallout.
Mumbai's N ward, covering Ghatkopar & Vikhroli, faces slum issues and political realignment ahead of BMC polls. Read about the key challenges and electoral battle.
67-year-old BJP contender Prabhakar Shinde is a frontrunner for Mumbai mayor if his party wins BMC. As he campaigns in Mulund, he faces civic issues and a tough MNS rival. Read the full story.
BJP's Supriya Chandgude creates history by winning unopposed from PCMC Ward 10, becoming the first woman to do so. She credits voters and vows to focus on women's issues. Read her full agenda.
After a 3-year gap, Pune's civic body elections on Jan 15 aim to resolve stalled projects and pressing issues like traffic, water, and waste management. Key wards and voter concerns detailed.
Shiv Sena (UBT) declares independent Dinesh Jadhav its official candidate for BMC Ward 107 in Mulund, challenging BJP's Neil Somaiya. Read the full political drama here.
Mumbai's M West ward faces severe air pollution, traffic chaos, and encroachment issues due to industrial emissions and massive redevelopment. Read about the key challenges and resident concerns.
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.
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.
AIMIM's Akbaruddin Owaisi accuses Telangana govt of pushing GHMC expansion without debate. He demands bill be sent to select committee, criticises delimitation based on old census data.