PMC Poll Nomination Chaos, Parties Scramble for Data
Pune Municipal Corporation elections see last-minute chaos as parties fail to declare final candidates. BJP withholds list fearing rebellion, Shiv Sena issues letters in haste. Details inside.
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Shinde Sena-BJP Alliance Strained Over Pune Seat Sharing
Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena asserts its alliance with BJP is intact despite a major uproar in its Pune unit over receiving only 16 of 165 PMC seats. State leaders rush to control the crisis ahead of the January 15 polls. Read the full details.
Shiv Sena likely to split from BJP ahead of PMC polls
The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena is set to part ways with BJP for Pune civic elections, upset over being offered only 16 of 165 seats. Polls are on January 15. Read more.
BJP picks next-gen from Tilak, Bapat families for PMC polls
BJP opts for young brigade from loyalist families for Pune Municipal Corporation elections, including Kunal Tilak and Swarada Bapat. Party forgoes official candidate list.
BJP Announces New Rajasthan Morcha Leadership Ahead of Polls
BJP announces a major organisational reshuffle in Rajasthan, appointing new presidents for six state-level morchas, including two ex-Union ministers. Read the full list and analysis.
Pune's Wadgaon Sheri Issues Charter of Demands to PMC
Residents of Pune's Wadgaon Sheri release a hard-hitting charter highlighting years of civic neglect. They demand action on waste, water, sewage, and roads before the elections. Read their full demands.
Pune PMC Nomination Day Sees Grand Political Spectacle
Pune's PMC election nomination day saw vibrant processions, bike rallies, and padayatras as candidates showcased strength. Key figures like Ganesh Bidkar and Poonam Vidhate filed papers, signaling the start of a fierce electoral battle.
BJP files 100+ nominations for Pune polls, Sena talks stall
Over 100 BJP candidates filed nominations for Pune Municipal Corporation elections. Alliance with Shiv Sena remains uncertain as seat-sharing talks continue. Last day for nominations is Tuesday.
Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT) finalize 105-seat pact for Pune polls
Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) announce alliance for Pune Municipal Corporation polls, agreeing on 105 seats. Talks continue with MNS and VBA for remaining seats. Read the full details.
Pune: Last-Day Nomination Rush for Civic Polls
Pune Municipal Corporation sees a final-day nomination surge as major parties delay candidate lists to prevent defections. Over 694 nominations filed on Monday. Key details inside.
BJP's Unusual Midnight Move for BMC Elections Stirs Unrest
BJP quietly issued AB forms post-midnight for BMC polls, avoiding a formal list. The strategy, causing internal dissent over ticket distribution to newcomers and denial to seniors, reveals party unease ahead of crucial Mumbai civic elections.
BJP Bars Kin of MPs, MLAs from Maharashtra Civic Polls
BJP enforces a major rule change, barring tickets for relatives of its MPs and MLAs in upcoming Maharashtra civic polls. Party workers to get priority. Details inside.
NCP (SP) Mumbai Chief Rakhi Jadhav Defects to BJP
In a major political shift ahead of Mumbai civic polls, NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) Mumbai President Rakhi Jadhav joins BJP, dealing a blow to the opposition alliance. Read more.
BJP Uses Personal Calls for PMC Polls Amid Rebellion Fears
Facing a deluge of 2,500 applications for 165 PMC seats, the BJP opts for personal calls to candidates, delaying its official list to manage internal dissent and alliance dynamics. Polling on Jan 15.
MVA Allies Congress, Sena (UBT), MNS Join for Pune Polls
Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) announce alliance with MNS for Pune Municipal Corporation elections on January 15. Seat-sharing details revealed as parties blame NCP (SP) for delay.
BJP uses personal calls for PMC candidates amid rebellion fears
Fearing internal rebellion, BJP opts for personal calls to Pune civic poll candidates instead of a public list. With 2500+ aspirants for 165 seats, party treads carefully. Details inside.
Ex-Corporator Mulik Files Nomination for Pune PMC Polls
Former corporator Yogesh Mulik files nomination as BJP's official candidate for Pune Municipal Corporation elections from Kalyani Nagar-Vadgaonsheri ward, focusing on development.
Pune Civic Polls: Nomination Rush as Parties Delay Lists
With the nomination deadline approaching, Pune's political aspirants remain in limbo as major parties delay candidate lists. Read about the last-minute scramble and the election schedule.
Pune Water Crisis: Full Dams, Dry Taps, Rs 1 Cr Tanker Bills
Despite heavy 2025 monsoon filling dams, Pune faces a severe water crisis. Residents pay crores for tankers as civic infrastructure fails. Read the full investigation.
BJP postpones first list for PMC polls, internal discontent cited
BJP delays its first candidate list for Pune Municipal Corporation polls to manage internal dissent and finalize a seat-sharing pact with Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena. Over 2,300 aspirants interviewed.
Gangster Andekar's PMC Poll Nomination Fails in Pune
Gangster Bandu Andekar, escorted by police, attempted to file nomination for PMC polls but failed due to incomplete documents. His family members also could not submit papers. Details inside.
Pune water supply hit for 2nd day, repairs ongoing
Water supply in Pune's Kothrud-Karvenagar & Baner-Balewadi areas disrupted for 2nd day. PMC repairs 1000mm pipeline. Supply to resume fully by Sunday. Tankers deployed. Read details.
Ponda Announces 12 Pay Parking Zones to Tackle Traffic
Ponda Municipal Council identifies 12 pay parking spots to combat severe traffic snarls. Fees set at Rs 5/hr for two-wheelers, Rs 10/hr for four-wheelers. Read the full plan here.
BJP Gets 1,100+ Applications for Nashik Civic Polls
BJP receives massive response with over 1,100 applications for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections, far outpacing rivals. Party faces challenge of managing aspirants as nomination deadline nears. Read the full story.
Ponda's 12 Pay Parking Zones to Tackle Congestion
Ponda Municipal Council introduces pay parking at 12 key locations, charging Rs 5/hr for two-wheelers and Rs 10/hr for four-wheelers, aiming to reduce long-term parking and traffic jams.
Andekar Family's Incomplete PMC Nomination Forms Rejected
Gangster Bandu Andekar & family, accused in Ayush Komkar murder, filed incomplete PMC poll nominations from prison. Court allowed bid with conditions. Details inside.
Shiv Sena upset over BJP's Pune seat-sharing offer
Shiv Sena workers in Pune protest after BJP offers just 15 seats for the 165-seat PMC polls. Party leaders convey disappointment to Eknath Shinde. Read the full story on the alliance tensions.
Deve Gowda: JD(S)-BJP Alliance Tough for Civic Polls
JD(S) patriarch H D Deve Gowda states alliance with BJP is 'difficult' for urban local body polls but will continue for Assembly & Lok Sabha. Read the latest Karnataka political news.
Patna's 953 Winter Shelters Protect Over 10,000 from Cold
Patna Municipal Corporation sets up 953 beds in shelters with food & blankets as temperatures plummet. Over 10,761 people have taken refuge. Read how the city is battling the cold wave.
Freebies Surge in Pune as Municipal Polls Near
As PMC elections approach, candidates offer land draws, bicycles, and pilgrimage tours. NCP's Tingre gives land to women, while BJP's Patil offers trips. Experts warn this distracts from civic issues.
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