Maharashtra Civic Polls: BJP, Congress Finalize Candidates Today
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
A TOI probe reveals private moneylenders in Maharashtra's suicide belt get licences easily, as farm distress pushes farmers to extremes. Read the full investigation.
Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve bans informal safari requests via WhatsApp/calls. New document-based rules for management quota aim for transparency & wildlife protection. Details inside.
Bramhapuri police arrest sixth moneylender in a shocking case where a farmer was forced to sell his kidney to repay a loan. SIT probes international links in the trafficking racket.
Chandrapur police arrest a fake doctor who allegedly sent a farmer to Cambodia to sell his kidney. The accused, a former donor, is linked to 12 such cases. Read the full investigation details.
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance consolidates power in Maharashtra's municipal council elections, securing 4,422 councillor seats. BJP emerges as single largest party. Full analysis of results and political implications inside.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation election process begins after 3-year administrator rule. 1,992 nomination forms collected on first day. Read about the political buzz and key zones.
Uncertainty prevails in Ernakulam's municipalities as no front secures a clear majority. Independent councillors' support becomes crucial in Angamaly, Thripunithura, and Eloor for forming the ruling coalition and selecting chairpersons.
Mormugao Municipal Council recovers Rs 5 crore in principal dues from IOCL. MMC chief officer insists on Rs 3.5 crore interest, funds to benefit employees and laborers. Read the full story.
Senior BJP leaders Sudhir Mungantiwar and MLA Kishor Jorgewar engage in a public spat over the dedication of the ₹280-crore cancer hospital in Chandrapur, exposing party divisions after electoral setback. Read the full story.
Ajit Pawar-led NCP wins 10 of 17 municipal councils in Pune district, consolidating local power after Lok Sabha setbacks. Analysis of what it means for the party split and BJP's growth.
RSS chief Dr Mohan Bhagwat inaugurated the state-of-the-art Pt Deendayal Chandrapur Cancer Hospital, a ₹280 crore facility aimed at providing accessible, affordable cancer care in Vidarbha region.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis hails BJP's record victory in municipal council polls, declares Ramtek & Saoner Congress-free. BJP wins 210 of 288 councils, marking a historic mandate. Read the full analysis.
Shiv Sena MLA Abdul Sattar secured a massive victory in Sillod municipal polls, winning 25 of 28 seats. He launched a veiled attack on BJP's Raosaheb Danve, whose campaign failed. Read the full analysis of this political upset.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, inaugurating a cancer hospital in Chandrapur, stressed affordable education and healthcare as fundamental rights needing decentralisation. He highlighted society's role in supporting cancer patients and families.
BJP's attempt to field six family members in Loha municipal council elections backfires as all lose. NCP's Sharad Pawar wins president post. Full results from Nanded district inside.
Senior BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar accuses party factionalism of undermining him in Chandrapur, alleging internal help to Congress. CM Fadnavis promises support.
BJP consolidates power in Nagpur, winning 22 of 27 municipal president posts. Congress suffers major setback in Vidarbha. CM Fadnavis credits organizational effort for historic wins.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis credits BJP's development agenda for historic win in municipal council polls. BJP doubles its tally, winning 3325 of 6952 seats. Read the full analysis.
BJP faces backlash as all six members from a single family, including the presidential nominee, lose the Loha municipal council elections in Nanded. NCP sweeps the polls. Read the full analysis.
Congress secures decisive victory in Chandrapur municipal polls, winning 7 of 10 council president posts. The results mark a significant erosion of BJP's urban bastion in eastern Vidarbha. Read the full analysis.
Family members of ministers, MLAs, and MPs secured big wins in Maharashtra's municipal council elections. Experts say this marks a shift in state politics. Read the full analysis.
BJP secures clear majorities in Gadchiroli, Desaiganj, and Armori municipal councils. CM Devendra Fadnavis's direct involvement credited for the victory. Read the full analysis.
Ajit Pawar's NCP faction secures a decisive victory in Baramati and Pune district civic polls, marking his dominance in the Pawar family stronghold. Read the full analysis.
BJP secures a decisive victory in Wadi Municipal Council elections, winning 17 of 27 seats. MLA Sameer Meghe's leadership credited for consolidating the party's hold on the industrial township. Read more.
Ajit Pawar-led NCP dominates the first municipal council election in Phursungi-Uruli Devachi, winning 19 seats. Mahayuti allies secure the rest, while MVA fails to open account. Read the full results and analysis.
Dr. Mohan Bhagwat inaugurates the advanced Pandit Deendayal Chandrapur Cancer Hospital. This state-of-the-art facility promises comprehensive cancer care for thousands in eastern Vidarbha. Read more about this transformative healthcare project.
BJP emerged as the single largest party in Yavatmal's municipal council elections, but the president posts were split between BJP, Congress, and both Shiv Sena factions. Explore the detailed results and key contests.
Shiv Sena (Shinde) secures twin victories in Ramtek Municipal Council and Parshivni Nagar Panchayat polls, boosting its Nagpur influence. Congress accepts defeat, vows introspection. Read more.
BJP secured a commanding victory in Saoner, Kalmeshwar, and Khapa municipal councils in Nagpur district, while Congress narrowly held power in Mohpa. Get the full results and analysis here.