Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis intensifies campaigning for urban body polls, pledges development funds, warns against corruption, and guarantees the continuation of the Ladki Bahin Yojana. Key rallies held in Chandrapur, Amravati, and Akola.
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.
Over 25 relatives of prominent politicians are contesting the Jan 15 Nashik Municipal Corporation elections, turning the polls into a major display of political legacy. Key battles include cousin vs cousin face-offs.
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.
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
A tragic bus accident near Akapur in Chandrapur claims the life of a 6-year-old girl and injures 35 migrant workers. Driver arrested for negligent driving. Details inside.
Chandrapur CJM to hear bail plea of key accused Dr Ravinder Pal Singh in major kidney trafficking racket. Police identify 7 victims, surgeries traced to Trichy and Cambodia. Read the latest updates.
Odisha government initiates public consultation to expand Bhubaneswar and Berhampur municipal corporations. Puri officially declared a metropolitan city for planned development. Details inside.
In Nagpur's municipal elections, candidates blend door-to-door visits and loudspeakers with social media videos. Discover how this hybrid strategy targets voters ahead of the January 15 polls.
BJP's Bokaro unit announces a major protest on January 7, demanding immediate municipal elections in Jharkhand and electoral reforms. Leaders Bauri and Narayan lead the charge.
A total of 1,165 candidates are contesting the Pune Municipal Corporation elections for 165 seats across 41 wards. Voting is scheduled for January 15. Get the latest details on candidate withdrawals and key wards.
BJP secures four unopposed wins in Pune's municipal corporations. Key candidates Manjusha Nagpure and Shrikant Jagtap re-elected. Discover the political implications and local issues they aim to address.
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections witness a significant drop in candidates to 692, despite more political parties. BJP and NCP factions lead the high-stakes contest. Read the full analysis.
Mahayuti alliance secures 64 seats uncontested in Maharashtra municipal corporation elections ahead of January 15 polling. Key wins in Kolhapur, Pune, and other regions.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections see only 3 direct BJP-Congress fights. Rebels and independents create unpredictable 3-cornered contests in 11 wards, threatening major parties. Read the full analysis.
Dr. Ravinder Pal Singh, key accused in a major kidney trafficking racket, failed to appear in Chandrapur court. Meanwhile, a massive farmer's march is planned against illegal moneylending and organ trade exploitation.
Chandrapur, Amravati, and Akola municipal elections see intense multi-cornered contests with 1,581 candidates. BJP and Congress grapple with rebels as alliances face complications.
In a significant pre-poll development, seven candidates from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena have been declared winners unopposed in the Thane Municipal Corporation elections. Read the full details and implications.
A special team from Chandrapur is in Kolkata to trace a key suspect and examine labs linked to a major kidney trafficking ring involving doctors across states. Key arrests made.
Mohali Municipal Corporation launches a strict drive against property tax defaulters. Major commercial & industrial units face sealing & auction if dues not cleared in 3-day grace period. Pay now to avoid action.
A Chandrapur SIT is in Kolkata probing a major interstate kidney trafficking network involving prominent doctors. Key suspects, including a Trichy hospital MD, are absconding. Read the latest developments.
With 14 days left for Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections, candidates start door-to-door campaigns, seek blessings at Mahalaxmi Temple. Read about the key promises and political strategies.
Mohali Municipal Corporation cracks down on major property tax defaulters, including GMADA with Rs 10 crore dues. Sealing and auction drive initiated. Pay now to avoid action.
Chandrapur police uncover a major kidney trafficking network with links to Cambodia & China. Two doctors from Delhi & Trichy accused. Read the shocking details of the illegal organ trade.
Odisha government officially upgrades Puri to a municipal corporation, fulfilling a long-standing demand. Four other towns declared NACs. Read about the expected infrastructure boost.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation issues a 3-day ultimatum to 26 agencies to remove 800 illegal hoardings after empanelment lapses. Failure to comply will lead to BMC action and cost recovery.
Senior Congress leaders in Chandrapur resign, alleging loyalists were sidelined for outsiders in municipal polls. Internal rift threatens party's election prospects. Read the full story.
Chandrapur BJP city president Subhash Kasangottuwar dismissed after allegedly changing the official candidate list for municipal polls under MLA's influence. Internal party conflict erupts.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's nomination scrutiny shows orderly process with few rejections in Dhantoli and Laxmi Nagar zones. Read the latest updates on the civic elections.
BJP secures early victories in Kalyan-Dombivli civic polls as two women candidates elected unopposed. State leaders hail the success ahead of crucial municipal elections across Maharashtra.