Voters in Thane faced multiple challenges during civic body polls, including incorrect polling station details on voter slips and confusion over casting four votes with only three machines.
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.
Nagpur's 24.83 lakh voters cast ballots today to elect 151 corporators, ending nearly three years of administrator rule in a fiercely contested election with 993 candidates.
As Maharashtra gears up for civic polls, we revisit the 2017 Thane Municipal Corporation elections. This analysis explores the key outcomes and political dynamics that shaped the contest.
A look back at the 2016 Maharashtra municipal corporation elections, focusing on outcomes in 29 seats across Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan-Dombivli, and Nashik.
Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad police deploy nearly 21,000 personnel for Thursday's civic elections, with preventive actions against illegal activities and cash seizures.
The first civic elections in Thane under the Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance see Uddhav and Raj Thackeray taking on deputy CM Eknath Shinde's Mahayuti in over 12 crucial seats, including traditional Sena strongholds.
Learn how to download your Voter Identity Slip for the January 15, 2026 civic elections in Maharashtra. Step-by-step guide for BMC, PMC, PCMC, and Thane voters.
Municipal corporations in Thane region file FIRs against private schools and staff for failing to report for mandatory election duty ahead of civic polls, citing obstruction of election process.
Shiv Sena promises a slum-free Thane and a 260-meter observation tower in its civic polls manifesto, focusing on urban renewal and infrastructure development.
Shiv Sena leaders Uddhav and Aaditya Thackeray address a rally in Thane, accusing rivals of cash-for-vote tactics and emphasizing Marathi pride ahead of Maharashtra civic polls.
Maharashtra declares public holiday on Jan 15, 2026, for civic polls in 29 municipal corporations. Schools & colleges likely closed, but students must confirm with their institutions.
Thane Municipal Corporation registers criminal case against a private school for refusing to deploy teachers for election duty. Officials warn of strict action for absenteeism.
Thane's political contest is a crucial test for Deputy CM Eknath Shinde's claim to Balasaheb Thackeray's legacy. As the city grapples with rapid growth and civic issues, the outcome will shape Maharashtra's political landscape. Read the full analysis.
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.
A major traffic jam hit Thane after a container leaked crude glycerin. Authorities rushed to the scene for cleanup. Read the full report on the incident and its impact.
A University of Mumbai study uncovers the real reasons behind entering BMC elections, from political ambition to business interests. Discover the findings shaping Mumbai's civic politics.
Thane's election department stages a street play at Dativali Lake to educate citizens on voting rights. The SVEEP initiative targets schools and markets to increase turnout for the January 15 civic elections.
Former Thane mayor Minakshi Shinde approaches police after a doctored audio clip goes viral. She denies allegations, calls it a smear campaign by rivals. Police examining complaints.
Thane Municipal Corporation issues final warning to 2,128 employees who missed mandatory election training. Officials threaten criminal cases as crucial polls near. Read details.
With 993 candidates for 151 seats, Nagpur's civic election campaign pivots to social media & WhatsApp to target 4 lakh new voters in a tight 10-day window. Discover the digital battle shaping the outcome.
Thane Crime Branch nabs Anand Suryavanshi in Nashik for allegedly killing his wife over a property dispute in Ulhasnagar. He was evading arrest for eight months. Read the full story.
A Thane court sentenced a 30-year-old labourer to rigorous imprisonment for stealing cash and jewellery worth Rs 32,000 from a sleeping family. Read the full details of the case and the police investigation.
Congress candidate Harshwardhan Sapkal accuses Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde of profiting from illegal businesses and targets BJP for backing accused. Read the full story.
Thane Crime Branch arrests Telangana man, seizes cannabis worth over ₹2 crore. SUV packed with drugs intercepted near Kalwa. Police probe Andhra-Odisha supply chain.
In Thane's civic elections, candidates with limited funds are turning to AI to create hyper-local campaign videos for as low as Rs 500. Discover how technology is reshaping political outreach.
Frustrated residents of Nagpur's Prabhag 2 announce election boycott over unfinished sewer lines and poor roads. Nearly 12,000 voters to abstain in protest.
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.
Family ties and incumbency shape Thane civic election battleground. 29 sitting corporators re-nominated as parties bank on old guard in key wards like Kalwa and Mumbra. Read the full analysis.
CM Devendra Fadnavis explains BJP's decision to accept fewer seats in Thane & Kalyan-Dombivli, calling it a strategic move to preserve its crucial alliance with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. Read the full story.