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.
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.
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.
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.
Five BJP MLAs from Vadodara have written to CM Bhupendra Patel, alleging high-handedness by officials who ignore public and elected representatives' concerns. Read the full story.
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.
Five BJP MLAs from Vadodara district have written to CM Bhupendra Patel, alleging high-handed officers are hiding ground realities and neglecting development works. They seek urgent action.
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.
Opposition leaders demand a thorough probe by the State Election Commission into the unopposed election of 68 Mahayuti candidates, alleging threats and bribes. Read the full story.
BJP's Chandrashekhar Bawankule defends unopposed municipal elections, calling them a sign of development-oriented consensus. He counters opposition criticism, citing examples from gram panchayats.
Unopposed victories in Maharashtra's municipal elections jump from 10-11 to 69, with ruling Mahayuti alliance dominating. Opposition alleges coercion, SEC to probe. Details inside.
Maharashtra SEC clarifies that repolling in wards with unopposed wins is possible if affected candidates file complaints with evidence of coercion. Opposition demands NOTA option. Get the full story.
A petition in the Bombay High Court contests the unopposed election of 68 MahaYuti corporators in Maharashtra civic polls. The petitioner demands a time-bound court-monitored probe. Read the latest developments.
MNS leader Avinash Jadhav seeks Bombay High Court-monitored probe into 69 unopposed Mahayuti wins in Maharashtra civic polls, alleging coercion and inducements. Read the full story.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena approaches State Election Commission after 68 Mahayuti alliance candidates win unopposed in municipal corporation elections. Details on the controversy and political reactions.
Maharashtra BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule calls unopposed civic poll wins 'good for democracy'. This comes after Uddhav Thackeray urged SEC to cancel results in 68 wards. Read the full story.
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.
Congress expels two functionaries for withdrawing nominations in Kalyan-Dombivli polls, leading to unopposed Mahayuti wins. Read the full story on the political clash.