Major Global Elections Scheduled for 2026
2026 will be a pivotal year for global democracy with major elections in India, the US, France, Brazil, and others. Explore the key political battles shaping the world order.
2026 will be a pivotal year for global democracy with major elections in India, the US, France, Brazil, and others. Explore the key political battles shaping the world order.
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.
Congress and RPI faction release BMC election manifesto, pledging to strengthen public health, transport, and fight pollution. Key promises include 24-hour civic hospitals and 5000 MLD water supply.
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.
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.
21 former corporators in Pimpri Chinchwad have switched parties for the upcoming civic elections, creating confusion among voters amidst fractured political alliances. Read more.
Young professionals in Pune, including engineers, an investment banker, and tech experts, are contesting the PMC elections. They promise data-driven governance and solutions to civic issues. Read their plans for a better Pune.
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.
Maharashtra BJP chief Ravindra Chavan announces a party ban on official posts for relatives of its legislators elected in Jan 15 civic polls. The directive aims to curb nepotism, though some exceptions occurred. Read the full story.
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.
The stage is set for a fierce BJP vs NCP battle in the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, with direct contests in 44 seats. Get the full seat-wise breakdown and political analysis here.
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.
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.
In Nagpur's civic elections, the humble LPG cylinder has become the top free symbol, chosen by over 50 independent candidates to connect with voters, especially women, on kitchen budget issues. Read more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
After withdrawal deadline, intense campaigning begins across Marathwada's five municipal corporations. Key battles feature rebellion, fractured alliances & family contests. Get the full ward-wise analysis.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Former BJP corporator Amol Balwadkar joins NCP after last-minute ticket denial, becoming their candidate. This move intensifies the Pune civic election battle. Read the full story for details.
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.