In Pune's municipal election campaigns, designated city in-charges are focused on winning their own wards, reducing their broader strategic leadership. Key parties navigate internal dynamics and alliances.
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.
Chandrapur farmer Roshan Kule, a key victim in a kidney trafficking scandal, alleges a senior political leader is pressuring him to withdraw his complaint. He vows to release evidence within two days.
As Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections near, frustrated citizens confront former corporators over years of neglect in drainage, water, and roads. Read about the rising public anger.
A 27-year-old woman in Chandrapur died after her husband allegedly set her on fire following a domestic dispute. Police have arrested the accused. Read the full details.
Chandrapur sessions court cancels interim protection for Dr Ravinder Pal Singh, a key accused in a nationwide organ trafficking network. Police gather forensic evidence linking accused to illegal transplants and patient deaths. Read the full investigation
Maharashtra revenue minister announces permanent land titles for 16,000 families in Chandrapur slums, a major step for inclusive urban development. Read more.
A review of Nagpur Municipal Corporation election affidavits reveals incomplete, unreadable documents, raising serious questions about voter transparency. Read the full investigation.
Internal dissent erupts publicly in Chandrapur BJP as rebel workers gatecrash two campaign meetings addressed by senior leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule. Police intervene. Read the full report.
Campaigning for Maharashtra's municipal elections heats up as BJP, Shiv Sena, NCP, and Congress strategize. Get the latest updates on key battles and political reactions.
Maharashtra's wildlife board approves iron ore mining in a vital tiger corridor near Tadoba, sparking conservation fears. Experts warn of increased human-wildlife conflict.
Maharashtra BJP leadership intervenes to stop local units from forming alliances with Congress and AIMIM in municipal councils, citing ideological clash. Read the full story.
Chandrapur police urge court to reject bail plea of Dr Ravinder Pal Singh, a key accused in a multi-state kidney trafficking racket. Victim from UP identified, paid ₹5 lakh for his organ. Details inside.
Forest officials in Chandrapur expose poachers' gang who fabricated a tiger attack story to cover up illegal hunting using live electric wires. A grave threat to wildlife and humans.
Chandrapur court postpones hearing on interim bail plea of Dr Ravinder Pal Singh, a prime accused in the international kidney trafficking racket, as SIT prepares crucial evidence. Details inside.
Familiar faces from state and national elections are contesting the Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, bringing experience and shifting alliances to ward-level battles. Discover the key candidates and their strategies.
In a historic BMC election move, all 2,516 candidates had to submit a 100-500 word essay on local development plans. The rule, first used in 2018 bypolls, divided political aspirants. Read the full story.
Ahead of the January 15 PMC elections, major political parties are fielding husband-wife, mother-son duos to secure family legacies. Discover the fascinating combinations shaping Pune's political landscape.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis intensifies campaigning for urban body polls, pledges development funds, warns against corruption, and guarantees the continuation of the Ladki Bahin Yojana. Key rallies held in Chandrapur, Amravati, and Akola.
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray demands cancellation of 68 unopposed civic poll wins, calling it a 'robbery' of Gen Z's voting rights. He alleges misuse of power and threats to candidates.
In a historic shift, 14 women are contesting open seats in Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, challenging male dominance. Will this confidence translate into seats? Read more.
A tragic bus accident near Akapur in Chandrapur claims the life of a 6-year-old girl and injures 35 migrant workers. Driver arrested for negligent driving. Details inside.
Chandrapur CJM to hear bail plea of key accused Dr Ravinder Pal Singh in major kidney trafficking racket. Police identify 7 victims, surgeries traced to Trichy and Cambodia. Read the latest updates.
With just 10 days to campaign for Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections, political parties focus on hyper-local door-to-door canvassing and padyatras. Read how the campaign strategy has shifted.
Maharashtra State Election Commission orders probe after 68 Mahayuti candidates win unopposed in municipal corporation polls. Details on the controversy and political reactions inside.
Dr. Ravinder Pal Singh, key accused in a major kidney trafficking racket, failed to appear in Chandrapur court. Meanwhile, a massive farmer's march is planned against illegal moneylending and organ trade exploitation.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections see a compressed 10-day campaign. Candidates scramble for voter attention as big parties gain an edge. Read how the race against time unfolds.
Chandrapur, Amravati, and Akola municipal elections see intense multi-cornered contests with 1,581 candidates. BJP and Congress grapple with rebels as alliances face complications.
Nagpur's civic body elections face a logistical nightmare as voting on Jan 15 and counting on Jan 16 leave no room for rest or preparation. Officials call it a 'hodgepodge' that benefits big parties.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar defended NCP's decision to field candidates with criminal backgrounds for Pune civic polls, citing 'innocent until proven guilty'. He also promised a probe into PCMC irregularities if NCP wins.