Maharashtra Civic Polls: Jan 15 Holiday May Close Schools
Maharashtra declares public holiday on Jan 15, 2026, for civic polls in 29 municipal corporations. Schools & colleges likely closed, but students must confirm with their institutions.
Maharashtra declares public holiday on Jan 15, 2026, for civic polls in 29 municipal corporations. Schools & colleges likely closed, but students must confirm with their institutions.
Ahead of Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic body elections on Jan 15, residents are using 'Know Your Candidate' events to demand solutions for water, roads, and encroachments. Read how voters are ensuring promises are kept.
A University of Mumbai study uncovers the real reasons behind entering BMC elections, from political ambition to business interests. Discover the findings shaping Mumbai's civic politics.
Thane's election department stages a street play at Dativali Lake to educate citizens on voting rights. The SVEEP initiative targets schools and markets to increase turnout for the January 15 civic elections.
With 993 candidates for 151 seats, Nagpur's civic election campaign pivots to social media & WhatsApp to target 4 lakh new voters in a tight 10-day window. Discover the digital battle shaping the outcome.
Goa Police warns parents about online dangers as fake friend requests and job offers lead to forced labour and exploitation. Learn how to protect your children on National Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation organizes a bike rally on January 11 to boost voter turnout for the January 15 civic elections. The rally will cover key city junctions.
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences urges I&B Ministry to mandate anti-drug videos before films. Also plans screenings on Bengaluru's Namma Metro & buses. Details inside.
Frustrated residents of Nagpur's Prabhag 2 announce election boycott over unfinished sewer lines and poor roads. Nearly 12,000 voters to abstain in protest.
As Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections near, frustrated citizens confront former corporators over years of neglect in drainage, water, and roads. Read about the rising public anger.
A review of Nagpur Municipal Corporation election affidavits reveals incomplete, unreadable documents, raising serious questions about voter transparency. Read the full investigation.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation election candidates' affidavits detailing assets, education & criminal records are missing from the official website, raising transparency concerns. Voters demand immediate disclosure for informed voting.
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.
A Kerala couple exchanged copies of the Indian Constitution at their wedding to promote civic awareness. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor applauded the unique gesture. Read more about this inspiring story.
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray demands cancellation of 68 unopposed civic poll wins, calling it a 'robbery' of Gen Z's voting rights. He alleges misuse of power and threats to candidates.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar defended NCP's decision to field candidates with criminal backgrounds for Pune civic polls, citing 'innocent until proven guilty'. He also promised a probe into PCMC irregularities if NCP wins.
Vimannagar residents demand action on encroachments, water, noise pollution, and road digging from PMC poll candidates. Their vote hinges on written commitments with timelines.
Maharashtra civic polls see massive rush with 33,606 nominations for 2,869 seats. Pune tops the list. Final candidate list by Jan 3. Explore the reasons behind the surge.
Jalandhar Mayor Jagdish Raja reviews major civic projects completed in his first year, pledges faster reforms and infrastructure upgrades for 2026. Read his full vision for the city.
Disgruntled BJP ticket aspirants chased vehicles carrying nomination forms in Nashik, highlighting the intense internal strife plaguing Maharashtra parties ahead of civic polls. Read the full report on the unfolding political drama.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's zonal offices witnessed a chaotic last-day scramble as 1,457 candidates filed nominations for civic polls. See the zone-wise breakdown and scenes from the ground.
Lead India, under Advocate Subhash Singh, empowers citizens with free legal support and civic education, reaching over 150,000 people. Discover how this initiative is bridging the justice gap.
Explore how governance challenges and political realignments in Kapurthala are impacting local civic discourse, from infrastructure woes to public discontent. Read the full analysis.
With only 48 hours left, Nagpur's civic election scene remains subdued as political parties tightly control nominations. Over 6,400 forms procured but only 21 filed, revealing intense behind-the-scenes bargaining. Read the full analysis.
Crucial seat-sharing negotiations between NCP (SP) and NCP for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections have failed. Polling for 29 Maharashtra civic bodies is set for January 15.
Over 2,000 people expected at Mandya's Food Safety Day on Jan 9. Event aims to raise awareness through 14 departmental stalls. Chairman H Krishna urges collective effort.
BMC commits to a transparent 2026 civic election process. Key details on nominations, voter rolls, and the model code of conduct revealed. Read the full update.
Mount Carmel School in Zirakpur organized a crucial drug awareness session for students, led by a police inspector. The initiative aimed to educate youth on substance abuse dangers and build a drug-free society. Read more about this vital school program.
Mount Carmel School, Chandigarh, organized a crucial drug abuse awareness session for students in collaboration with the State Legal Services Authority. Learn about the initiative's impact and key messages.
Residents of Pisoli, Undri, Mohammadwadi & NIBM Road in Pune demand water, roads & sewage before PMC elections. Read their charter of demands.