Nitin Nabin has been elected unopposed as the BJP's national president. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially announce his appointment on January 20, marking a significant leadership change in the party.
Nitin Nabin has been elected as the new BJP president unopposed, succeeding JP Nadda. The announcement was made on January 19, 2026, marking a significant leadership change in the saffron party.
State Election Commission declares 65 candidates elected unopposed in Maharashtra civic polls after verifying no discrepancies. BJP wins 43 seats, Shiv Sena 18, NCP 2, and Independents 2.
The Maharashtra State Election Commission declared 65 candidates elected unopposed after verifying reports from 10 municipal corporations. BJP secured 43 seats, Shiv Sena 18, NCP 2, and Independents 2.
The State Election Commission announced that 65 candidates across ten municipal bodies in Maharashtra have been elected unopposed. This development comes as vote counting continues for 29 other civic bodies.
In Pune's Suncity-Manikbaug ward, BJP candidates were elected unopposed with less than half of voters participating. The state election commission seeks a report on the matter.
The Bombay High Court dismissed pleas seeking a probe into candidate withdrawals in Maharashtra municipal elections and conduct of polls with NOTA votes.
The Bombay High Court has upheld the unopposed election of 38 candidates in Maharashtra's municipal corporation polls, dismissing petitions challenging their wins. The court cited a Supreme Court ruling to support its decision.
Bangladesh's election commission approves Utpal Biswas's nomination for Gopalganj 2 seat, offering hope to minority candidates. Another candidate, Gobindadeb Pramanik, awaits appeal decision.
Seven candidates, including six from BJP and one independent, have won unopposed in Panvel Municipal Corporation elections. The remaining wards see a fierce contest between ruling and opposition alliances.
Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal demands elections in wards declared unopposed, questions timing of Ladki Bahin scheme payments ahead of polls.
Six candidates who lost 2014 or 2019 assembly polls, plus two relatives of defeated MLAs, are contesting the crucial BMC elections. Political observers cite high stakes and scramble for tickets.
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule campaigns in Chandrapur, announces historic distribution of permanent housing pattas to 16,000 residents. Read about the development promises.
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.
MNS Dombivli chief Manoj Gharat joins BJP after withdrawing his KDMC nomination, leading to BJP's unopposed win. The move reignites allegations of a ₹5 crore deal and highlights opposition disarray.
State Election Commission verifies reports for 60 unopposed candidates across 29 municipal corporations. Results to be declared on Jan 16 counting day. Read details.
BJP candidate Makrand Narwekar leads the crorepati list in Mumbai's BMC elections with Rs 124 crore assets. Discover the wealth details of other key candidates and their political journeys.
Krishna Mhadgut, 76, is the oldest candidate in Mumbai's BMC elections. He challenges age bias as data reveals only 24 candidates are 70+. Discover the stories of youth and experience shaping the civic polls.
The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance faces an unexpected setback in the Mumbai civic polls, leaving four wards uncontested. Discover the internal confusion and strategic missteps behind this surprising development.
A PIL in Bombay HC challenges the SEC's practice of declaring candidates elected unopposed, arguing it violates voters' right to NOTA. The plea comes days before elections in 29 municipal corporations. Read more.
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.
Mumbai BJP suspends 26 leaders, including rebel candidates, for anti-party activities ahead of the 2026 BMC elections. Key details on the disciplinary action inside.
Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Uddhav Thackeray and MNS chief Raj Thackeray launch a scathing attack on the Mahayuti government over unopposed elections, corruption, and Mumbai's deteriorating state. Read their full critique.
Mumbai BJP suspends 26 office bearers, including rebel candidates, for six years for anti-party activities during BMC elections. Key details inside.
In a major setback for Shiv Sena (UBT), its candidate in Dombivli joins Eknath Shinde's camp, paving way for an unopposed victory. Read about the political shift and its impact on KDMC polls.
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.
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.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis criticizes opposition's stance on unopposed corporation poll victories while highlighting key development projects for Dhule. Read more.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis slammed opposition parties for their 'selective outrage' over unopposed victories in Nashik corporation polls. He cited historical data of 35 MPs elected unopposed. Read more.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis defends BJP's unopposed victories in local body polls, accusing Congress and allies of hypocrisy. Elections for 29 corporations, including BMC, are set for January 15.