Thane school to face criminal case for skipping poll duty
Thane Municipal Corporation registers criminal case against a private school for refusing to deploy teachers for election duty. Officials warn of strict action for absenteeism.
Thane Municipal Corporation registers criminal case against a private school for refusing to deploy teachers for election duty. Officials warn of strict action for absenteeism.
Thane's political contest is a crucial test for Deputy CM Eknath Shinde's claim to Balasaheb Thackeray's legacy. As the city grapples with rapid growth and civic issues, the outcome will shape Maharashtra's political landscape. Read the full analysis.
Rebel candidates from Shiv Sena and BJP, contesting as independents in Thane civic polls, have forced the alliance to issue a joint disclaimer. Learn which wards are affected and the political implications.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP's growing support in Kerala and predicted a party-led government in the 2026 Assembly elections, highlighting a surge in vote share and local body wins.
A major traffic jam hit Thane after a container leaked crude glycerin. Authorities rushed to the scene for cleanup. Read the full report on the incident and its impact.
Former Thane mayor Minakshi Shinde approaches police after a doctored audio clip goes viral. She denies allegations, calls it a smear campaign by rivals. Police examining complaints.
Thane Municipal Corporation issues final warning to 2,128 employees who missed mandatory election training. Officials threaten criminal cases as crucial polls near. Read details.
Thane Crime Branch nabs Anand Suryavanshi in Nashik for allegedly killing his wife over a property dispute in Ulhasnagar. He was evading arrest for eight months. Read the full story.
A Thane court sentenced a 30-year-old labourer to rigorous imprisonment for stealing cash and jewellery worth Rs 32,000 from a sleeping family. Read the full details of the case and the police investigation.
Congress candidate Harshwardhan Sapkal accuses Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde of profiting from illegal businesses and targets BJP for backing accused. Read the full story.
BJP appoints Tushar Apte, co-accused in the Badlapur sexual abuse case, as a co-opted councillor in Thane district. Council chairperson confirms the appointment. Read the full story.
Thane Crime Branch arrests Telangana man, seizes cannabis worth over ₹2 crore. SUV packed with drugs intercepted near Kalwa. Police probe Andhra-Odisha supply chain.
In a new political twist, Shiv Sena and NCP join forces with an independent in Ambernath municipal council to keep BJP away from power. Get the latest details.
Ahead of Thane's January 15 civic polls, major parties bank on experience, re-nominating 29 sitting corporators in 11 crucial wards. Discover the strategy behind this safety-first approach.
CM Devendra Fadnavis explains BJP's decision to accept fewer seats in Thane & Kalyan-Dombivli, calling it a strategic move to preserve its crucial alliance with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. Read the full story.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis reveals BJP accepted fewer seats in Thane civic polls to maintain Mahayuti unity and not disturb Eknath Shinde. Read the full political strategy.
A Karnataka businessman was kidnapped and held for days in Thane hotels, robbed of Rs 2 crore at gunpoint. Police have arrested the accused. Read the shocking details.
In a major political twist, BJP and Congress forge an alliance for Ambernath civic polls to keep Shiv Sena out. A significant setback for the Shinde faction in Thane district. Read the full analysis.
Shocking discovery in Dombivli as skeletal remains are found in an abandoned chawl house in Mhatre Nagar. Thane police have launched a detailed investigation into the mysterious find.
The Jupiter Marathon Thane 2026 saw a massive turnout of over 5000 participants, promoting cancer awareness and community health. Read about this inspiring sporting event.
The BJP gears up for its first-ever state conference in Punjab on April 27-28, aiming to galvanize workers and project a strong alternative. Key leaders to attend.
Thane Police register an FIR against unidentified persons for submitting forged documents to secure bail in a drugs case. The alleged conspiracy occurred between Nov 23 and Dec 24 last year. Read the full investigation details.
In Maharashtra's civic polls, 32 candidates from Thane district won unopposed, sparking opposition outcry. Explore the details and political implications. Read the full report.
An FIR is registered after forged documents were submitted in a Thane court to secure bail in a drugs case. Police are investigating the serious legal breach.
BJP's Nitin Nabin is expected to be formally elected party president before the January budget session, marking a significant organizational overhaul and generational change. Get the full details here.
Forest department increases vigilance after leopard sightings in Thane's Srinagar and Yeoor areas. Officials confirm no human harm, urge calm, and deploy camera traps. Stay informed.
Ahead of Thane civic polls, authorities seize narcotics and liquor worth Rs 2.75 crore to ensure free & fair elections. Read about the massive pre-poll crackdown.
The Shiv Sena-BJP Mahayuti alliance finalizes its seat-sharing formula for Thane municipal elections, with Sena contesting 87 wards and BJP 40. Candidate names to be announced Tuesday. Read for details on the deal and post-announcement dissent.
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.
Thane election officials identified 16,574 duplicate voters after scrutiny. While they can still vote with an undertaking, the purge aims to clean the electoral roll. Read the full details.