AIMIM leader Imtiaz Jaleel claims Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena approached them for a post-poll alliance in Maharashtra civic bodies. The party rejected the proposal but remains open to other alliances to keep BJP and Shiv Sena out of power.
The Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction is poised to secure the mayor position in Ulhasnagar after two VBA corporators pledged their support, shifting the political balance in the municipal corporation.
The Mumbai Mayor election result is delayed as BJP and Shinde Sena, both Mahayuti allies, dispute the post. The decision awaits CM Fadnavis' return from Davos on January 24.
Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena faction demands the Mumbai mayor post for the first year of the term. BJP rolls out directives to its corporators amid coalition talks.
The suspense over Mumbai's next mayor continues as the Mahayuti alliance, led by BJP and Shinde Sena, negotiates power-sharing terms after securing a BMC majority.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde asserts Mahayuti will keep BMC mayor post as he negotiates with BJP, while moving corporators to a hotel sparks opposition charges of poaching fears.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut says Eknath Shinde and his leaders oppose a BJP mayor in Mumbai, questioning the move to house corporators in a hotel. The mayoral race heats up as Mahayuti alliance holds slim majority.
The BJP-Shinde alliance holds 118 seats in Mumbai's BMC but struggles to finalize power-sharing terms. Shinde's faction moves corporators to a Bandra hotel, fueling speculation while Uddhav Thackeray questions alliance stability.
Sanjay Raut alleges Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena corporators are held captive in a hotel and oppose a BJP mayor. The mayor battle intensifies as alliance power-sharing talks continue.
The suspense over Mumbai's next mayor continues as political parties negotiate and posture. The BJP-Shinde alliance holds a clear majority but faces internal demands and opposition challenges.
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray criticizes Deputy CM Eknath Shinde for housing corporators in a 5-star hotel, alleging BJP pressure and warning of defections ahead of Mumbai's mayoral election.
Following the Mahayuti alliance's decisive win in BMC elections, BJP and Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena are engaged in a political tug-of-war over the coveted Mayor's position, with both sides signaling tough negotiations ahead.
Following the Mahayuti alliance's BMC election win, BJP and Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena are locked in a power struggle for Mumbai's mayor position, with both sides signaling tough negotiations ahead.
Analysis of Maharashtra SEC data reveals fragmented Opposition contests directly aided BJP and Shinde Sena victories in 32 Mumbai municipal wards, with Ajit Pawar's NCP also benefiting in one ward.
Eknath Shinde shifts newly elected BMC corporators to a luxury hotel in Bandra as the battle for Mumbai's next mayor heats up following the Mahayuti's victory.
Shiv Sena shifts newly elected corporators to a five-star hotel in Mumbai as power-sharing talks with BJP intensify following BMC election results.
The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation election results show the Shinde-led Shiv Sena and BJP alliance securing a strong majority, with both parties winning over 50 seats each.
Shiv Sena factions led by Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray performed poorly in Marathwada municipal elections, with BJP sweeping most corporations. Only Parbhani saw a Sena (UBT)-Congress alliance victory.
Four former Shiv Sena (UBT) mayors have won seats in the BMC elections, while the BJP and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena secured the mayoral position, facing potential challenges ahead.
Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena fielded relatives of leaders in BMC elections but most lost, though his 29 seats remain crucial for BJP alliance to secure majority in Mumbai civic body.
Mumbai and Pune civic election results show voters rejecting political nostalgia. BJP-Shinde alliance gains ground as dynastic parties face questions about future relevance in Maharashtra.
Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde secures victory in Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation elections, defeating Uddhav Thackeray's faction and BJP-MNS alliance.
Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde secures victory in Thane Municipal Corporation 2026 elections, defeating Uddhav Thackeray's faction and BJP-MNS alliance.
The Nagpur Municipal Corporation election 2026 results are in, with BJP taking an early lead. Shiv Sena factions led by Shinde and Thackeray are in a tight contest. Live updates on vote counting and seat trends.
The Pune Municipal Corporation election results for 2026 are out, with BJP, Shinde Sena, and NCP locked in a close contest. Voters decide the future leadership of Maharashtra's key city.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde addresses civic polls, clashes with BJP allies, and outlines ambitious Mumbai infrastructure projects including parks and coastal roads.
The first civic elections in Thane under the Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance see Uddhav and Raj Thackeray taking on deputy CM Eknath Shinde's Mahayuti in over 12 crucial seats, including traditional Sena strongholds.
Maharashtra's civic polls expose bitter BJP-Shiv Sena rivalry. From Ambernath to Navi Mumbai, allies fight separately for 15 corporations. Read about the political one-upmanship and its impact.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari asserts BJP's inclusive ideology while campaigning for the Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections. He guarantees candidate performance if alliance wins full majority on Jan 15.
In a major pre-poll boost, three-time BJP corporator Prakash Nathani and several office-bearers joined Shiv Sena at Eknath Shinde's rally. Shinde attacked the opposition and outlined Mahayuti's strategy for Ulhasnagar and Kalyan-Dombivli civic polls.