A major procedural lapse in Nagpur civic polls allowed a candidate with four children to contest, violating Maharashtra's two-child norm. The oversight emerged after the objection deadline passed.
Mumbai's R South ward witnesses a fierce family-dominated contest in BMC elections. Congress vs Shiv Sena battle shaped by caste certificate disqualification and new women's reservation. Read more.
Kerala MLA and former minister Antony Raju disqualified from Assembly after conviction for evidence tampering in a 1990 NDPS case. Read the full story on the political fallout.
Former Kerala Transport Minister Antony Raju disqualified as MLA following his conviction in a 2013 drug seizure case. The court sentenced him to three years in prison. Read the full story.
Kerala MLA and former minister Antony Raju disqualified from the Assembly following a conviction for evidence tampering in a 1992 drug case. The court sentenced him to three years in prison.
Former Kerala minister Antony Raju faces disqualification from contesting 2026 assembly elections after a 3-year sentence in a 2005 evidence tampering case. He calls it political vendetta.
Former Kerala transport minister Antony Raju convicted for evidence tampering in a 1990 drug case, leading to disqualification as MLA. Read the full details of the verdict and its implications.
Kerala MLA P V Anvar convicted for tampering with evidence in a 1990 attempt to murder case. The verdict could lead to his disqualification from the assembly. Read the full details.
NCP(SP) working president Supriya Sule confirms alliance with Ajit Pawar's NCP for Maharashtra civic polls, discusses seat-sharing and addresses Adani ties. Get the latest political updates.
MDMK MLA T Sadhan Thirumalai Kumar convicted in a ₹1 crore cheque bounce case, faces immediate disqualification. The court sentenced him to 2 years imprisonment. Read the full details.
Chennai court convicts MDMK MLA T Sadhan Thirumalai Kumar in a ₹1 crore cheque bounce case, sentencing him to 2 years jail. He faces immediate disqualification under RP Act. Details inside.
After a bitter split, Sharad and Ajit Pawar's NCP groups form an alliance for Pune's civic polls. Political analysts see this as a potential first step towards a larger reconciliation in Maharashtra politics. Read more.
Sharad Pawar's NCP suffers major setbacks in Mumbai as city unit chief Rakhi Jadhav joins BJP and other leaders defect to Ajit Pawar's faction. Political observers cite alliance failures and poor management as key reasons. Read the full analysis.
In a significant political move, NCP and NCP(SP) have formed an alliance for the Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections. A similar attempt for Pune failed. Read the latest on Maharashtra politics.
Ajit Pawar's NCP announces a crucial alliance with Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) for the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, reuniting the party factions for the civic battle.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar confirms NCP and NCP(SP) will contest PCMC elections together. Seat-sharing pact finalised, candidates announced. Details on the political reunion and its impact.
Alliance talks between NCP and Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) for Pune Municipal Corporation elections have failed. The deadlock occurred over the demand to use the 'clock' symbol. The NCP(SP) has now rushed back to the MVA fold for seat-sharing discussions.
Crucial seat-sharing negotiations between NCP (SP) and NCP for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections have failed. Polling for 29 Maharashtra civic bodies is set for January 15.
A Malad politician allegedly defrauded a model of Rs 35 lakh, promising help in a legal case and business investment. Police have registered an FIR. Read the full details.
NCP(SP) MP Supriya Sule signals potential alliance with NCP for municipal elections, citing historical Congress-NCP pact. Talks ongoing, no final proposal yet.
Former Pune mayor Prashant Jagtap resigns from NCP (SP), opposing a potential alliance with Ajit Pawar's NCP for civic polls. He vows to stay in politics and contest elections. Read the full story.
In a major political realignment, Ajit Pawar's NCP and Sharad Pawar's NCP-SP unite for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections. Explore the details of this strategic alliance and its impact on Maharashtra politics.
Ajit Pawar-led NCP wins 10 of 17 municipal councils in Pune district, consolidating local power after Lok Sabha setbacks. Analysis of what it means for the party split and BJP's growth.
Supreme Court stays conviction of NCP MLA Manikrao Kokate in a 1995 cheating case, preventing his disqualification from Maharashtra assembly. However, he cannot hold any office of profit. Read the full details.
Supreme Court grants partial relief to NCP MLA Manikrao Kokate, staying his conviction in a fraud case only to prevent his disqualification from the Maharashtra assembly. Read the full details.
Two newly elected councillors in Kannur, one each from CPM and BJP, could not take oath as they are in jail following convictions in criminal cases. Read about the legal implications and party responses.
Thane election authorities warn of legal action, disqualification for candidates violating Rs 13 lakh spending limit. Model Code of Conduct in force until Jan 16, 2026. Read details.
Bombay High Court suspends NCP politician Manikrao Kokate's 2-year jail term in a 30-year-old EWS quota cheating case but refuses to stay his conviction, triggering disqualification concerns. Read the full details.
Telangana Assembly Speaker dismisses BRS petitions seeking disqualification of 10 MLAs, citing lack of proof of defection. BRS alleges bias, claims MLAs joined Congress. Full details inside.
Telangana Assembly Speaker rejects disqualification petitions against 10 BRS MLAs, citing continued collection of party funds as proof of membership. BRS alleges bias. Details inside.