Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis plans to shift focus to governance challenges after local body elections end, aiming to restore his tough administrator image and improve transparency in the Mahayuti government.
In Maharashtra's recent civic polls, the AIMIM party made unexpected gains, while the Mahayuti alliance secured significant victories, reshaping local political dynamics.
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance has taken control of Kolhapur Municipal Corporation for the first time, marking a significant shift in local politics as Congress loses its long-standing dominance.
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance has secured a decisive victory in Maharashtra's local body elections, winning a majority of seats across key municipal corporations and councils.
The Mahayuti alliance led by BJP and Shiv Sena secured strong leads in Maharashtra's municipal elections, winning key urban centers like Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur.
Maharashtra local bodies election results will be declared today. Exit polls predict a strong performance by the BJP-Shiv Sena Mahayuti alliance across municipal corporations.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis forecasts a sweeping win for the ruling Mahayuti alliance in urban local body polls, citing development as the key voter driver. Read the full analysis.
HD Kumaraswamy states the JD(S)-BJP alliance for Karnataka's local bodies elections is pending a final decision. Leaders from both parties will resolve issues. Read the latest updates.
Maharashtra gears up for 29 crucial local body elections on January 15, 2026. Key alliances shift as Thackeray brothers unite after 20 years and Pawar factions join hands in Pune. Discover the high-stakes battle for Mumbai's Rs 74,000 crore BMC budget.
AAP MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal confirms Punjab municipal elections will proceed without new delimitation. Get the latest updates on the election schedule and political implications.
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections witness a significant drop in candidates to 692, despite more political parties. BJP and NCP factions lead the high-stakes contest. Read the full analysis.
After withdrawal deadline, intense campaigning begins across Marathwada's five municipal corporations. Key battles feature rebellion, fractured alliances & family contests. Get the full ward-wise analysis.
In a significant pre-poll boost, 68 Mahayuti alliance candidates, including 44 from the BJP, have been elected unopposed in Maharashtra's urban local body elections. BJP leader Keshav Upadhye highlights the alliance's growing strength. Read more.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis claims BJP's seat tally in recent local polls is double that of all other parties combined, attributing success to a development-focused campaign. Read more.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar confirms all pending local body elections, including Zilla and Taluk Panchayats, will be conducted in 2026. Get the latest updates on the election schedule and political preparations.
Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar announces all local body polls will be held together in 2026. The decision aims to streamline governance and ensure uniform development across the state.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections within three months. Get the latest updates on the 2026 local body polls and political implications.
Kerala State Election Commission schedules standing committee elections for all local bodies from Jan 5-7, 2026. Details on committees, reservation, and voting process inside.
Frustration mounts as Mahayuti alliance delays seat-sharing for Nashik, Jalgaon & Ahilyanagar polls. Candidates file nominations early to avoid chaos. Key details inside.
Jalandhar Municipal Corporation faces a major financial setback as an arbitration court orders it to pay Rs 1.5 crore to an advertising firm for a cancelled contract. Details inside.
A Rajasthan minister's proposal to reintroduce minimum educational qualifications for local body representatives has triggered a major debate. Could 20-30% of candidates be disqualified? Read the full story.
Three candidates filed nominations for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections on the second day. Total forms sold reached 3,705. Key alliances yet to finalize seat-sharing. Read for all details.
A total of 5,098 nomination forms were collected across Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal areas on the first day. No formal filings yet as parties finalize candidates. Details inside.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis hails BJP's record victory in municipal council polls, declares Ramtek & Saoner Congress-free. BJP wins 210 of 288 councils, marking a historic mandate. Read the full analysis.
The fate of 57 local bodies in Maharashtra hangs in balance as the Supreme Court's January 21 verdict on reservation limits will decide the final outcome. Mahayuti leads but faces uncertainty.
The Supreme Court's January 21 verdict will decide the fate of 57 Maharashtra local bodies where quota limits were breached. Results for Mahayuti and MVA hang in the balance. Read for full details.
Nagpur gears up for civic elections on Jan 16, 2026, ending its longest spell of administrator rule since 2022. Over 24.8 lakh voters to decide the city's future.
Results for 57 Maharashtra local bodies hang in balance as Supreme Court verdict on Jan 21 will decide fate of seats where quota limit exceeded 50%. Mahayuti leads but outcome uncertain.
BJP emerges as the single largest party in Maharashtra's municipal council polls, doubling its 2017 tally. Congress checks BJP's advance in Vidarbha. Results set stage for crucial municipal corporation elections.
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance dominates Maharashtra's first-phase civic elections, winning 207 council president posts. BJP alone secures 117, boosting CM Fadnavis. Results declared Dec 22.