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Live coverage of the Dharashiv Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti election results for 2026 in Maharashtra. Get real-time updates on seat tallies, political party performances, and key trends from the crucial local body polls.
The Maharashtra local body election results for Kolhapur Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti seats in 2026 have been announced, marking a significant political development in the state.
Live updates and analysis of the 2026 Maharashtra Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti election results, covering key districts like Pune, Satara, Solapur, and Kolhapur.
Indore Municipal Corporation has intensified its drive against industrial units releasing untreated water into public drains, imposing fines exceeding Rs 8 lakh in two weeks. Inspections in multiple zones led to penalties for improper effluent treatment p
Pune Municipal Corporation intensifies action against authorized roadside vendors violating rules and failing to pay dues, with plans to blacklist repeat offenders and suspend licenses.
Pune Municipal Corporation aims to complete a major portion of the new Sadhu Vaswani Bridge within four months, before monsoon. Technical pipeline issues under railway tracks have caused delays, pushing the project back by at least two months.
Khargone police arrested five individuals, including three women, for allegedly running a honeytrap and blackmail racket. The accused lured victims, recorded videos, and extorted money by threatening to make clips viral and file false cases.
Construction of a grade separator at Nashik's Dwarka junction and heavy vehicle diversions disrupt city bus routes, leaving passengers stranded at stops like Bodhale Nagar and Nasardi Bridge.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis pledges stable industrial power tariffs for five years to boost business, warns against extortion, and details Rs 55,000 crore investment from Davos deals for north Maharashtra districts.
Indore Crime Branch arrested a repeat offender with over 100 grams of brown sugar near Laxmibai Nagar railway yard. The contraband, valued at Rs 11.5 lakh, was seized after a brief chase.
Indore's transport office earned Rs 11.40 crore from VIP number auctions in 2025, with plate 0001 fetching Rs 5.50 lakh and 20,239 vehicle owners paying premiums for coveted sequences.
Pratapgarh police and power department conducted 'Operation Andhkar' raids, arresting 10 people for electricity theft, filing 35 cases with Rs 23.8 lakh penalty, and seizing illegal equipment worth lakhs.
Kotwali police in Chittorgarh raided a residential house in Gandhi Nagar, arresting 13 individuals for illegal gambling. Authorities seized Rs 75,000 cash, three scooters, two motorcycles, and gambling equipment in the operation.
Maharashtra's local body elections recorded a 68.28% voter turnout across 12 districts. Parbhani district led with 74.89% participation. Results are seen as a crucial political litmus test.
Baner police have started proceedings to register an abetment of suicide case against a pharmacy store owner after his 20-year-old niece was found dead in his flat. The victim's brother alleges mental and physical harassment led to the tragedy.
A fire erupted in an underground electricity line at Dhobi Mohalla in Ajmer's Dargah Bazaar on Sunday afternoon, caused by a short circuit. No casualties or property damage reported, with traffic diverted and the blaze controlled within an hour.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah presented Chhattisgarh's 25-year development journey, highlighting fiscal growth, infrastructure expansion, and Bastar's potential as the next frontier.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has expressed admiration for former US President Donald Trump after receiving an invitation to the White House, highlighting strengthened bilateral ties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Japan's Prime Minister Takaichi on her election victory, highlighting strong bilateral ties and support amid global challenges.
BJP corporator Makarand Narwekar has proposed a congestion tax policy for Mumbai's central business districts to reduce traffic and improve air quality, with revenue funding sustainable transport.
Police investigating the deaths of three minor sisters in Ghaziabad reveal a complex case involving family dynamics, financial stress, and Korean pop culture influence. A recovered diary offers insight into their emotional state.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi sharply criticizes US military movements in the Middle East, warning sanctions and deployments undermine nuclear talks with Washington.
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) has detected power theft worth nearly Rs 14.5 crore in Marathwada between April and December 2025. Officials revealed widespread meter tampering and illegal hooking practices during a nin
In Bihar's Darbhanga, a six-year-old girl was found raped and murdered after dogs' unusual barking alerted her family. The accused, Vikas Mahto, has been arrested, sparking protests and police action.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that Maoism is an ideological problem, not linked to development or law and order. He reiterated the March 2026 deadline to uproot Naxalism completely from India.
Expelled RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav refutes rumors of fathering a child with a woman he was falsely linked to, accusing political rivals of spreading misinformation and planning legal recourse.
Passengers on the Delhi-Jaisalmer Swarna Nagri Express faced a fire scare as smoke erupted from a coach, prompting emergency brakes and evacuation. Railway staff controlled the blaze, causing a 20-minute delay.
The Election Commission has informed the Supreme Court it cannot conduct SIR hearings at panchayat offices due to violence and unsafe conditions, citing incidents in West Bengal.
Mostari Banu, a 44-year-old CPM worker from Bhagawangola, filed the first lawsuit against the Bengal electoral list revision process. Her petition, citing nine concerns, will be heard in the Supreme Court alongside those of prominent political figures.