Aspirants denied party tickets for PMC elections now seek entry as co-opted members. BJP, with 119 corporators, can nominate 10, while NCP and Congress get fewer slots under MMC Act rules.
Lt KM Sudha from Royal Global University made history by becoming the first person from northeast India to win a gold medal at the NCC event in Gwalior.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation increases nominated members to 10, strengthening BJP's dominance. The move follows legal amendments and reshapes power dynamics in urban governance.
After winning big in civic polls, the BJP must pick mayoral candidates for PMC and PCMC. Several senior corporators are in the race, with party insiders hinting at possible surprises.
Chandrapur Municipal Corporation elections result in a fractured mandate with Congress as single largest party but no clear majority. Both BJP and Congress claim they can form government through alliances.
The Economic Offences Wing uncovers a large-scale insurance fraud scheme in Gwalior-Chambal division where forged death certificates were used to siphon crores from PMJJBY, with multiple arrests and ongoing investigations.
Bhopal and Indore held their first weekly 'Jal Sunvai' water hearings, with hundreds reporting contamination, foul smells, and supply issues. Officials promise quick fixes for some complaints.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation holds Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation accountable for damaging a drainage line during cable work, demanding compensation for repairs.
Mumbai BMC elections are on Jan 15, 2026. Learn how to check your name in the voter list online via SEC website, NVSP, or Voter Helpline App. Over 1 crore voters expected.
Candidates in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls ditch heavy meals for salads & smoothies to survive gruelling 15-hour campaign days. Discover their new energy food secrets.
MP High Court warns Gwalior municipal authorities over illegal constructions, citing the fatal Indore tragedy. Officials ordered to clear encroachments in 15 days to prevent disaster.
Bhopal and Gwalior rank at the bottom in MP's National Clean Air Programme assessment. The revelation follows an order to shut AQI stations in Indore over alleged data manipulation. Details inside.
Bombay High Court directs Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation to inspect and act on an alleged illegal structure linked to a former Shiv Sena corporator. The court order came after a petition by a political rival. Read the full details.
Ahead of key civic elections, the BJP takes strict disciplinary action, expelling 27 functionaries in Jalgaon and suspending 28 in Solapur for anti-party activities. Get the full details here.
A Lucknow Municipal Corporation delegation visited Ahmedabad to study its solid waste-to-energy project. The team aims to establish a similar facility in Lucknow by 2026 to boost sustainability.
59 out of 2,869 municipal corporation posts in Maharashtra to be elected unopposed on Jan 15. State Election Commission clarifies polls cannot be held with NOTA as sole option, sparking debate.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation's purchase of branded cricket shoes for corporators sparks controversy. Mayor Pinki Soni approved only one pair, but officials tried for two. Read the full story.
Key political parties in Maharashtra, including BJP, Shiv Sena, Congress, and NCP, have begun early preparations for the crucial 2026 municipal corporation elections. Get the latest updates on manifestos and strategies.
A Class 11 student's viral video exposed obscene defacement of a Smart City yoga mural in Gwalior, sparking public outrage and leading to swift civic action. Read how youth are driving change.
Mahanaryaman Scindia, son of Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, sustained a chest injury after his car halted suddenly in Madhya Pradesh. He was taken to a private hospital in Gwalior for a CT scan. Details inside.
Gwalior police solved a blind rape-murder case using AI facial reconstruction and a piece of omelette found on the victim. Read how technology and ground policing combined for justice.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launches an intensive door-to-door campaign with 60 teams to enforce waste segregation at source. Learn about the fines and the city's green initiative.
BJP's Chandrashekhar Bawankule defends unopposed municipal elections, calling them a sign of development-oriented consensus. He counters opposition criticism, citing examples from gram panchayats.
Amritsar receives a major Rs 15 crore grant for crucial water supply and sewerage system upgrades. Learn how this funding will improve city infrastructure and public health.
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
Odisha government initiates public consultation to expand Bhubaneswar and Berhampur municipal corporations. Puri officially declared a metropolitan city for planned development. Details inside.
Patna's municipal water supply is now confirmed safe, meeting all quality norms. Authorities are conducting rigorous inspections and upgrading infrastructure to ensure clean water. Read the full report.
BJP's Bokaro unit announces a major protest on January 7, demanding immediate municipal elections in Jharkhand and electoral reforms. Leaders Bauri and Narayan lead the charge.
Mahayuti alliance secures 64 seats uncontested in Maharashtra municipal corporation elections ahead of January 15 polling. Key wins in Kolhapur, Pune, and other regions.
Chandigarh administration decides to retain the existing 35 municipal wards, postponing delimitation. The move awaits final approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Read for details.