Stormy Ludhiana MC Meeting Sees All 33 Proposals Passed
All 33 proposals, including the budget, passed in a turbulent Ludhiana Municipal Corporation meeting. BJP councillors staged a walkout over procedural issues. Read the full details.
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AAP Leaders Booked Over Santa Claus Skit on Pollution
Delhi Police registers FIR against AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj and two others for a skit showing Santa Claus fainting due to pollution. Complaint alleges it hurt Christian sentiments. Details inside.
Rajasthan Proposal: Class 10 Must for Sarpanch, Sparks Debate
A Rajasthan minister's proposal to reintroduce minimum educational qualifications for local body representatives has triggered a major debate. Could 20-30% of candidates be disqualified? Read the full story.
AAP Councillors Join BJP, Chandigarh Mayoral Race Tied
Two AAP councillors defect to BJP, creating a 18-18 tie in Chandigarh's Municipal Corporation ahead of January mayoral elections. AAP and Congress allege horse trading.
AAP sacks Goa president Amit Palekar after poll debacle
Aam Aadmi Party removes its Goa state unit president Amit Palekar following a dismal performance in the Zilla Panchayat elections. The decision was taken by the party's top decision-making body.
2 AAP Councillors Join BJP in Chandigarh Before Mayor Poll
In a major pre-election boost, two AAP councillors, Suman Sharma and Poonam, defect to BJP in Chandigarh, altering the numbers for the upcoming Mayor election. Read the full story.
AAP Councillors in Chandigarh Join BJP Before Mayoral Elections
In a major political shift, two AAP councillors from Chandigarh have joined the BJP ahead of the mayoral polls. The move is expected to impact the power dynamics in the city's municipal corporation.
Shiv Sena (UBT) loses 9 ex-corporators in Pune to BJP, Congress, NCP
Shiv Sena (UBT) confronts a major challenge in Pune as most of its former corporators defect to BJP, Congress, and NCP ahead of the crucial PMC elections. Can Uddhav's camp recover?
Ludhiana MC House meets Dec 26 after 7-month gap
Ludhiana's Municipal Corporation general house meets on December 26 after a 7-month hiatus. Opposition councillors raise objections over last-minute agenda circulation and pending resolutions. Read the full story.
Kochi Councillors Sworn In, Mayor Race Heats Up
Newly elected councillors in Kochi corporation and municipalities were sworn in on Sunday. The election for Kochi mayor is scheduled for Friday, with several contenders in the fray. Key local bodies also prepare to select their chairpersons.
Jailed CPM, BJP Councillors in Kannur Skip Oath Ceremony
Two newly elected councillors in Kannur, one each from CPM and BJP, could not take oath as they are in jail following convictions in criminal cases. Read about the legal implications and party responses.
Pune Political Exodus: NCP, Sena Leaders Join BJP Before Polls
In a major pre-poll boost for BJP, several key leaders from NCP, NCP (SP), and Shiv Sena (UBT) joined the party in Mumbai. The move, just weeks before PMC nominations, reshapes Pune's political landscape. Read more.
HC Orders Calicut University to Reconstitute Council for Senate Polls
Kerala High Court directs Calicut University to include newly elected union councillors in its general council before proceeding with the senate election. Read the full legal directive.
Gurgaon Councillors Push for Ward Committees After 9-Month Delay
Gurgaon councillors met MCG commissioner demanding urgent formation of ward committees for local governance. Delay impacts development, sparks RWA debate. Read more.
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation: BJP's Fate Relies on Independents
The BJP's position in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation council is precarious, dependent on two independent councillors. Will they support the party or tilt the balance?
Nitin Nabin as BJP President: A Move for Generational Shift
The BJP appoints Nitin Nabin as party president, highlighting its focus on generational transition to sustain political dominance. Read the full analysis of this strategic organizational move.
Nitin Nabin's Rise: BJP's Next-Gen Leadership Shift
BJP appoints 45-year-old Nitin Nabin as national working president, signaling a 'karyakartaisation' of power and a long-term succession plan under the Modi-Shah leadership. Analysis of the party's strategic consolidation.
12 MCD Councillors Take Oath, AAP Strengthens Hold
Twelve newly elected MCD councillors were administered oath in Delhi. The AAP now holds a clear majority in crucial committees, reshaping the capital's civic governance.
BJP, AAP Slam Congress Over Navjot Kaur's 'Rs 500 Crore' Remark
Navjot Kaur Sidhu's claim that Rs 500 crore is needed for Punjab's CM chair sparks political firestorm. BJP and AAP criticize Congress ahead of 2027 polls. Read more.
Sidhu's Wife Says Crores Needed to Become CM in Congress
Navjot Kaur Sidhu alleges a Rs 500 crore price tag for Punjab's CM chair. Her remarks trigger fierce criticism from AAP, BJP, and within Congress, exposing deep internal rifts.
Congress Alleges BJP, AAP Undermining Ambedkar's Legacy
Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's 69th death anniversary, accused BJP of attacking his legacy nationally and AAP of doing the same in Punjab, asserting only Congress is committed to his Constitution.
BJP Rejects AAP's Audio Allegations as Election Diversion
Punjab BJP media head Vineet Joshi counters AAP's claims on a Gujarat audio clip, calling it a ploy to shift focus from local body elections and rural development failures. Read the full political clash.
AAP Leader Hits Back at BJP Over Punjab Safety Claims
AAP's Baltej Pannu counters BJP's claims on Punjab's law & order, citing safety data and questioning security in BJP-ruled states. Read the full political clash.
BJP Alleges Police Misuse in Punjab Local Body Elections
Punjab BJP alleges AAP is misusing police to rig Zila Parishad & Panchayat Samiti polls. Demands videography, probe into audio clip, and court intervention.
BJP wins 7, AAP 3 in Delhi MCD bypolls
BJP secured 7 seats in the MCD by-elections, strengthening its position. AAP won 3, Congress 1, and Forward Bloc 1. The results impact the balance of power ahead of the 2025 mayoral polls.
Delhi MCD Bypoll: BJP 7, AAP 3
BJP clinches 7 out of 13 wards in Delhi MCD bypolls, AAP wins 3. Results signal shifting political dynamics ahead of 2027 civic polls. Full analysis inside.
Punjab BJP Alleges AAP Interference, Demands Poll Videography
Punjab BJP accuses AAP of influencing officials to block opposition nominations in local body polls. The party demands mandatory videography of the entire election process for transparency.
BJP Meetings Spark Speculation on UP President Pick
A series of high-level BJP meetings has ignited speculation about the election of the party's Uttar Pradesh president. Get the latest details on the political manoeuvring.
Delhi MCD Bypolls: BJP wins majority but suffers losses
BJP secures majority in Delhi MCD bypolls but loses Mundka, Naraina, and Sangam Vihar A wards to AAP and Congress. Chandni Chowk ward captured from AAP. Analysis inside.
AAP Gains in MCD Bypolls, Kejriwal Sees Trust Returning
Arvind Kejriwal claims AAP's MCD bypoll results signal a swift return of public trust. BJP wins 7 wards, AAP gets 3 in key electoral test. Read the full analysis.
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