Nagpur's Gen Z Voters Turn Polls Into Social Media Event
Young first-time voters in Nagpur transformed polling day into a social media spectacle, sharing inked fingers online to inspire peers and mark their democratic debut.
Young first-time voters in Nagpur transformed polling day into a social media spectacle, sharing inked fingers online to inspire peers and mark their democratic debut.
Young voters in Mumbai displayed excitement but encountered confusion during civic elections, with some needing to cast four votes and others finding names missing from lists.
Voters in Thane's Mumbra area faced confusion during municipal elections due to a new multi-panel voting system, with many unaware their votes weren't counted.
BJP national secretary Vinod Tawde casts his vote in Mumbai BMC elections, praises Maharashtra voters as mature who prioritize development over campaign rhetoric.
Actor Ayaz Khan casts his vote in Maharashtra local polls, expressing hope for improved quality of life in Mumbai with better infrastructure and public services.
Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik could not cast his vote in Navi Mumbai municipal elections as his name was missing from the voters' list, sparking allegations of irregularities.
Over 10 lakh suspected duplicate voter entries remain unmarked in Maharashtra municipal corporations, raising opposition concerns about confusion and bogus voting during Thursday's elections.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut announces a joint squad with MNS to monitor and handle dual voters during Maharashtra civic elections, calling bogus voting a legal issue.
Ahead of crucial elections, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu governments announce cash transfers for women beneficiaries, sparking opposition allegations of MCC violation. Explore the rising power of the women's vote.
Pune gears up for PMC elections on Jan 15 after 9-year gap. Get details on wards, voters, party manifestos, and the 2017 political history. Your complete guide.
Registration for MHT CET 2026 has commenced. Aspiring students for engineering, pharmacy & other UG courses in Maharashtra must apply online by February 12, 2026. Check eligibility, fee, and exam dates.
Maharashtra govt instructs MMC to introduce QR codes for doctor verification to curb bogus practitioners. SC orders MMC elections within three months. Read more.
Election Commission eases rules for West Bengal voter hearings, allowing relatives to represent migrants & NRIs. Online portal with video hearings coming soon. Details inside.
68 candidates win unopposed in Maharashtra civic elections, concentrated in Pune, Kalyan-Dombivli, and Jalgaon. Young voters express alarm over the disappearance of democratic choice and participation. Read more.
Around 44 lakh voters in Gujarat face EC notices for discrepancies in draft electoral rolls. Ahmedabad alone accounts for over 9 lakh notices. Voters must submit documents to retain voting rights.
With BMC polls on Jan 15, Mumbai's young voters struggle to pick candidates due to a 3-year council absence and shifting party loyalties. They seek real issues over vague promises.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi tells Maharashtra voters to accept money offered during polls and use it for community toilets. He also calls for stronger Muslim political leadership. Read the full story.
In a major political shift, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Santosh Dhuri joins the BJP, citing ideological alignment. This move strengthens BJP's position ahead of crucial state elections.
Noida and Ghaziabad undergo major electoral restructuring, adding 256 new polling booths. Draft rolls published Jan 6 may delete over 12 lakh ASD voters. Check your booth now!
Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has led to the disenfranchisement of over 23 lakh women across six major states, reversing decades of progress in women's political participation in India. Learn the shocking data.
Kerala govt moves SC to protect voting rights as 19.32 lakh voters face non-mapping issues. Minister Rajeeve explains the hearing process from Jan 6-28. Check details.
Elderly and disabled voters in West Bengal endure immense hardship during the Special Summary Revision, turning a technical exercise into a public outcry. Read the full report.
Samajwadi Party deploys senior Ayodhya leader Haji Feroz Khan Gabbar as star campaigner for Maharashtra municipal polls on Jan 15, aiming to mobilize UP-origin Muslim voters.
Delay in December installment of Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana creates voter unease for ruling alliance ahead of Jan 15 Maharashtra civic elections. Read about the political implications.
Chhattisgarh Congress demands the Chief Electoral Officer to ensure voters with SIR forms are added to electoral rolls, highlighting exclusion of migrants and tribal residents. Read the full story.
Maharashtra saw over 32.7 lakh new vehicle registrations in 2025, a 13.5% annual increase. Mumbai alone added 3 lakh vehicles, intensifying traffic and pollution woes. Explore the full data breakdown.
Former NIA Director General Sadanand Vasant Date is the new Maharashtra DGP. Get the details on his appointment, career, and the challenges ahead.
Political alliances in Maharashtra are in disarray as parties finalize strategies for the crucial civic polls across 29 municipal corporations. Key players like BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP face internal and external challenges.
Congress accuses Election Commission of adhoc SIR execution, warns it will strip voting rights of millions of poor and migrants. Details on Tamil Nadu's 97 lakh omissions inside.
Elderly citizens in Kolkata face neglect and confusion during Special Intensive Revision hearings for electoral rolls. Read about their ordeal and the systemic issues.