Senior BJP leader Pradeep Ramchandani launched a sharp attack on former ally Jamnu Puraswani at an Ulhasnagar rally. Puraswani, now with Shiv Sena, faces a tough fight in his former stronghold. Read the full story.
Key political parties in Maharashtra, including BJP, Shiv Sena, Congress, and NCP, have begun early preparations for the crucial 2026 municipal corporation elections. Get the latest updates on manifestos and strategies.
In a first for Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections, all 993 candidates had to submit a written essay detailing their ward development plans. See who had a blueprint and who gave one-line promises.
Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections witness a unique trend with six husband-wife pairs contesting across parties. Couples campaign jointly to secure each other's victory. Explore the strategy and personal stories.
BJP members staged a protest at Dhanbad Municipal Corporation, demanding immediate urban local body elections using EVMs and on a party basis. Opposition leaders accuse the state govt of undermining democracy.
Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde calls for Mahayuti alliance discipline after BJP's Narendra Pawar's 'bow-and-arrow' dig. Campaign heats up for Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation elections. Read more.
Former BJP MLA Narendra Pawar's dig at Shiv Sena's 'dadagiri' ignites a war of words in Ulhasnagar. MP Shrikant Shinde calls for restraint as the alliance partners contest separately. Read more on the high-stakes municipal battle.
BJP's Chandrashekhar Bawankule defends unopposed municipal elections, calling them a sign of development-oriented consensus. He counters opposition criticism, citing examples from gram panchayats.
Pune's civic polls see a surge of husband-wife, parent-child duos as political families field multiple members. Key parties like BJP, Congress, and Shiv Sena navigate alliances and legacy in the high-stakes election after a 9-year gap. Read more.
Internal conflict within Shiv Sena's alliance in Ulhasnagar municipal elections splits votes, creating an opening for BJP. Key wards see direct fights between partners.
A major rift within Ramdas Athawale's RPI heats up Ulhasnagar politics. One faction allies with Shiv Sena for 2 seats, while another backs BJP, alleging a missed 11-seat deal. Key details inside.
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.
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.
Patna's municipal water supply is now confirmed safe, meeting all quality norms. Authorities are conducting rigorous inspections and upgrading infrastructure to ensure clean water. Read the full report.
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.
Chandigarh administration decides to retain the existing 35 municipal wards, postponing delimitation. The move awaits final approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Read for details.
GVMC cancels flawed tender for Mudasarlova horse-riding centre, orders probe & recovery of Rs 3 crore advance. New tender to involve private investment, no public funds. Details here.
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.
BJP Maharashtra chief Ravindra Chavan slammed the Kalani family's alliance with Shiv Sena as 'selfish', urging voters to choose clean, development-focused leadership in Ulhasnagar civic polls.
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.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation outlines a Rs 1,715 crore budget for 2026-27, seeking a substantial grant-in-aid. Read the full financial plan and projections here.