Major Shakeup in PCMC Elections as Veterans Exit Race
Key veterans from BJP and NCP opt out or switch parties ahead of Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls on Jan 15. Denied tickets spark emotional reactions and political defections.
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Fadnavis Counters Opponents, Highlights BJP's PCMC Work
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis accused political rivals of diverting attention from BJP's development in Pimpri Chinchwad. He detailed housing, infrastructure, and civic projects, expressing confidence in BJP's victory in the upcoming PCMC polls.
Fadnavis to Landge: Don't lose cool, focus on work
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis intervenes in the war of words between BJP MLA Mahesh Landge and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar ahead of PCMC polls. He urges his party leader to focus on development work and not get provoked. Read more.
Key Issues in Pimpri Chinchwad Ahead of Civic Polls
As Pimpri Chinchwad gears up for crucial municipal elections, residents highlight pressing issues like river pollution, water supply, and poor drainage. Discover what each ward demands for a better future.
BJP-NCP alliance turns bitter in Pune civic polls
The Pimpri Chinchwad civic election sees Mahayuti allies BJP and NCP in a bitter war of words. Ajit Pawar and ex-aide Mahesh Landge trade sharp corruption allegations. Read the full story.
PCMC Polls: Behl eyes 7th term, Dhore seeks 5th
As Pimpri-Chinchwad gears up for civic polls, NCP's Yogesh Behl aims for a record 7th term, while BJP's Usha Dhore eyes a 5th. Explore the veteran candidates and key battles shaping the January 15 elections.
BJP launches 2026 PCMC poll campaign in Punawale-Tathawade
BJP launches its 2026 PCMC election campaign in Ward No. 25 with a padayatra in Punawale Gaothan. Leader Rahul Kalate vows to resolve civic issues permanently. Read more.
Pune man reveals cyber slavery ordeal after job scam
A Pune man lured by a fake data entry job abroad endured 4 months of torture & forced cyber fraud. Police warn of rising cyber slavery cases. Read his harrowing story.
Shinde's Warning to Rivals in Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad Polls
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde cautions opponents against taking Shiv Sena lightly in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections. He vows a strong fight despite going solo. Read more.
Pune Societies Give Cashback for Voting in Civic Polls
Two housing societies in Pune's Pimpri Chinchwad offer maintenance fee discounts to families where all members vote. A unique initiative to strengthen democracy.
Pune Police arrest 1, detain 2 minors, recover 10 stolen bikes
Pimpri Chinchwad police crack two separate two-wheeler theft cases, arresting one adult and detaining two minors. A total of 10 stolen motorcycles worth over ₹5 lakh have been recovered. Read the full investigation details.
Ajit Pawar blames BJP for PCMC debt, alleges corruption
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar accuses BJP of corruption & mismanagement, turning PCMC's surplus into Rs 4,000 crore debt. Key alliance partner quits ahead of polls. Read the full story.
Ajit Pawar Accuses BJP of Corruption in PCMC Rule
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar alleges BJP's 2017-2022 rule in Pimpri-Chinchwad was marked by corruption & poor governance. He promises AI-driven services & action against goons if NCP returns to power.
Pune Police Recover Rs 24.4 Crore, Arrest 215 in Cybercrime Cases
Pimpri Chinchwad police recovered Rs 24.4 crore lost to cyber fraud in 2025 and arrested 215 accused. Learn how reporting in the 'golden hour' is key to recovery.
Pimpri Chinchwad Crime Falls: Police Strategy Yields Results
Pimpri Chinchwad police report a decline in serious crimes in 2025. Key strategies included mapping 1,585 criminals, targeting 1,045 sensitive spots, and using the PC City app for public involvement. Read the full analysis.
NCP's 'Ek Alarm, Paach Kaam' Campaign Hits BJP on Pune Issues
Ahead of Jan 15 municipal polls, NCP's Ajit Pawar blames BJP for Pune's infrastructure crisis—bad roads, water shortage, and poor healthcare. Read his five-point alarm.
Pimpri Chinchwad 2025 Crime Data: Firearms, Cybercrime Rise
Pimpri Chinchwad police report highest-ever illegal firearm seizures & a 75% jump in cybercrime arrests for 2025. Rape cases see 15% increase. Commissioner Choubey details enforcement results.
Pimpri Chinchwad Police Launch 'PC City Shield' App
Pimpri Chinchwad police launch 'PC City Shield', a geo-app mapping criminal homes & anti-eve teasing patrols. Commissioner Choubey details 2025 crime stats & election security plans.
7 Ex-Mayors in Fray for Pimpri-Chinchwad Civic Body
PCMC elections on Jan 15 see a record 7 former mayors contesting, alongside sons of political dynasties. Key battles unfold in Prabhags as analysts predict a tough fight.
Pune Civic Polls: 6 Husband-Wife Duos Contesting Together
Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections witness a unique trend with six husband-wife pairs contesting across parties. Couples campaign jointly to secure each other's victory. Explore the strategy and personal stories.
Pawar vs BJP: Rs 40,000 Crore Development Claim Questioned
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar challenges BJP to show Rs 40,000 crore development works in Pimpri-Chinchwad. BJP's Bawankule counters with Rs 70,000 crore irrigation scam reminder. Full report on the political clash.
TCS techie found dead in company washroom, police probe suicide
Sujal Vinod Oswal, a 24-year-old TCS engineer, was found dead in a washroom at the Hinjewadi campus. Police suspect suicide linked to betting losses. Investigation ongoing.
Pune RO removed after nomination papers lapse, HC steps in
Pimpri Chinchwad election officer removes returning officer after NCP candidate's forms vanish, leading to Bombay High Court intervention. Details on the inquiry and reinstatement inside.
Pune: Man held for selling prescription injections online
Pimpri Chinchwad police arrest Tejas Waydande, seizing 23 vials of mephentermine sulphate. Accused used e-commerce to sell the drug, linked to 14 prior cases. Read the full investigation details.
Ajit Pawar attacks BJP over corruption, allies hit back
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's sharp attack on BJP allies over corruption & intimidation in civic polls triggers a political crisis within the ruling Mahayuti alliance. Read the full story.
Pune: NCP candidate gets party symbol after HC order
Jayashree Bhondave declared official NCP candidate in PCMC ward 16B after a hearing ordered by the High Court rectified a poll office error. Read the full story.
21 Turncoats in Pimpri Chinchwad Polls Add to Voter Confusion
21 former corporators in Pimpri Chinchwad have switched parties for the upcoming civic elections, creating confusion among voters amidst fractured political alliances. Read more.
Ajit Pawar's BJP Attack Sparks Mahayuti Alliance Crisis
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's public attack on BJP over corruption and intimidation in civic polls triggers a major rift in the ruling Mahayuti alliance. BJP state chief expresses regret over the tie-up.
BJP's Supriya Chandgude Wins PCMC Ward 10 Unopposed
BJP's Supriya Chandgude creates history by winning unopposed from PCMC Ward 10, becoming the first woman to do so. She credits voters and vows to focus on women's issues. Read her full agenda.
PCMC Polls: BJP vs NCP in 44 Seats as Alliances Fail
The stage is set for a fierce BJP vs NCP battle in the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, with direct contests in 44 seats. Get the full seat-wise breakdown and political analysis here.
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