Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge stated the party high command will summon Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D K Shivakumar to New Delhi after Sankranthi to address leadership issues.
NCP (SP) and Congress leaders criticize BJP for allegedly lowering campaign standards by targeting deceased politicians Vilasrao Deshmukh and Shankarrao Chavan in Maharashtra municipal elections.
Pune's public transport provider PMPML expects 600-700 new buses by late April, far fewer than the 2,500 promised by city MP Murlidhar Mohol, officials reveal.
Residents of Pune's Ward 18 release a comprehensive civic charter ahead of PMC elections, demanding action on sanitation, water supply, traffic, and open spaces from candidates.
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma detailed the state's initiatives in education, jobs, and entrepreneurship at the Youth Festival closing ceremony, emphasizing youth power.
Prabhag No 16 in Nagpur, a long-time BJP bastion, sees unprecedented uncertainty in NMC elections after Sandip Joshi's exit, with party infighting and Congress gaining ground.
Former minister Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya left BJP after 23 months due to clashes over his individualistic functioning style in southern Rajasthan's tribal belt, party sources revealed.
Pratap Sena announces legal action, claiming a Shiva temple exists beneath Ajmer's Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti dargah. The group says it has evidence and will move court after government inaction.
Nagpur's Prabhag 22D witnesses a fierce contest between BJP's Shrikant Aglawe and Congress's Gnyaneshwar Jhore, highlighting ideological versus grassroots politics.
Congress MP Brijendra Ola dismisses BJP allegations of fund diversion, says his MPLAD spending followed Modi government rules. He claims BJP MPs gave funds to party offices.
Canada updates travel advisories for 2026, warning citizens to avoid Iran, Venezuela, and Somalia due to security risks. India listed with high caution due to terrorism threats.
Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev suggests Greenland could vote to join Russia if Donald Trump does not quickly pursue U.S. acquisition of the territory.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis attacks Thackeray brothers, dismissing Mumbai threat claims as election ploy. He vows to protect city's identity and highlights economic growth.
A 25-year-old man died after falling from a friend's terrace in Delhi's Azadpur. Police investigate as family alleges foul play and a video surfaces showing a scuffle.
A high-level delegation from the Communist Party of China visited the BJP headquarters in Delhi for discussions on bilateral relations and political cooperation.
State government employees across Rajasthan protested in Jaipur, demanding action on pensions, pay anomalies, and service conditions by March 31, warning of intensified agitation.
Faraskhana police register case against five individuals for allegedly abusing BJP candidates in Mangalwar Peth. One accused attempted to charge at a contender during a birthday visit.
Mominpura in Nagpur transforms into a vibrant election hotspot with campaigning continuing past midnight. Candidates engage voters through late-night rallies, mushairas, and dinners ahead of the civic polls.
Nagpur gears up for municipal elections with 993 candidates contesting 151 seats. Voters face confusion over mandatory four-vote system and new EVM procedures.
Senior BJP leader Chandrakant Patil expresses strong confidence in BJP-Shiv Sena alliance winning BMC with 90 seats for BJP, 40 for Sena. He predicts Mahayuti dominance across western Maharashtra civic bodies.
Nagpur's sound studios see a surge in demand for campaign jingles and audio messages as municipal elections approach, with local issues driving rapid production.
Pune MLAs from BJP and NCP are campaigning intensely for PMC polls, focusing on their assembly segments. BJP aims for 100+ seats, while NCP targets key areas like Hadapsar and Wadgaon Sheri.
Nearly 1,200 employees of the suspended 104 Janani Express ambulance service gathered in Jaipur to demand the government restart operations. They plan agitation over tender delays and unpaid salaries.
Hindu organisations in Jaisalmer's Pokhran region protest bull slaughter incident and illegal slaughterhouses, demanding government action and property seizure of those involved.
A suspended government doctor in Gurgaon was arrested for allegedly posing as a health official and conspiring with his wife to extort lakhs from a property dealer by threatening false rape cases.
Nagpur's photo studios transform into political campaign centers as candidates rush for professional portraits for banners, posters, and social media ahead of elections.
Nagpur markets see kites with party symbols ahead of Sankranti and voting day, raising questions about Model Code of Conduct enforcement during the festive season.
A suspicious bomb-like object triggered panic in Alwar's Vivekanand Nagar, leading to a controlled explosion by Jaipur's bomb squad. Police confirmed no explosives were found.
Union Minister Nityanand Rai completed a three-day tour of the India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan, inspecting security measures and interacting with BSF troops. He particularly commended women personnel at a border outpost.
Former MP Navneet Rana missed a key BJP rally in Amravati, highlighting tensions with party candidate Tushar Bhartiya. The BJP-Yuva Swabhiman Sena alliance has collapsed, fueling a heated contest in Sai Nagar Prabhag.