Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections heat up as 1,286 candidates remain after withdrawals. BJP and Congress scramble to manage rebellions that could decide key prabhag contests. Get the full analysis.
Odisha government officially upgrades Puri to a municipal corporation, fulfilling a long-standing demand. Four other towns declared NACs. Read about the expected infrastructure boost.
Ahead of Nashik Municipal Corporation elections on Jan 15, BJP drops 34 former corporators, fields 22 defectors from rival parties. Party focuses on 'winnability' to target 100+ seats.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orban publicly shames EU allies, accusing them of turning meetings into 'war councils' focused on defeating Russia instead of securing peace. Read the full story.
BJP candidates elected uncontested in Kalyan-Dombivli, Navi Mumbai & Dhule municipal corporations. State party chief hails it as a 'supreme civic honour'. Read more.
BJP secures early victories in Kalyan-Dombivli civic polls as two women candidates elected unopposed. State leaders hail the success ahead of crucial municipal elections across Maharashtra.
BJP seals a tactical seat-sharing deal with Shiv Sena (Shinde) for Nagpur civic polls, but alliance crumbles in Amravati. Details on the political maneuvering inside.
In a bold move, BJP drops majority of its sitting corporators for Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, prioritizing performance and new faces. Will this gamble pay off on January 15?
Saudi Arabia expressed 'disappointment' and warned the UAE over supporting separatists in Yemen. It demands Emirati forces leave within 24 hours. Read the full details.
Saudi Arabia has formally warned the UAE, alleging its involvement with Yemeni separatists. This major rift threatens Gulf unity and the Yemen peace process. Read the full report.
With the nomination deadline approaching, Pune's political aspirants remain in limbo as major parties delay candidate lists. Read about the last-minute scramble and the election schedule.
With only 48 hours left, Nagpur's civic election scene remains subdued as political parties tightly control nominations. Over 6,400 forms procured but only 21 filed, revealing intense behind-the-scenes bargaining. Read the full analysis.
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.
Elections for the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana scheduled for March 17-18, 2026. State administration directed to ensure smooth, transparent polling. Key details inside.
Nominations for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections surge, with 24 candidates filing papers. Key dates: Scrutiny on Dec 31, withdrawal by Jan 2. Get the latest updates on the civic polls.
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance consolidates power in Maharashtra's municipal council elections, securing 4,422 councillor seats. BJP emerges as single largest party. Full analysis of results and political implications inside.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation election process begins after 3-year administrator rule. 1,992 nomination forms collected on first day. Read about the political buzz and key zones.
Uncertainty prevails in Ernakulam's municipalities as no front secures a clear majority. Independent councillors' support becomes crucial in Angamaly, Thripunithura, and Eloor for forming the ruling coalition and selecting chairpersons.
Mormugao Municipal Council recovers Rs 5 crore in principal dues from IOCL. MMC chief officer insists on Rs 3.5 crore interest, funds to benefit employees and laborers. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Shiv Sena MLA Abdul Sattar secured a massive victory in Sillod municipal polls, winning 25 of 28 seats. He launched a veiled attack on BJP's Raosaheb Danve, whose campaign failed. Read the full analysis of this political upset.
BJP's attempt to field six family members in Loha municipal council elections backfires as all lose. NCP's Sharad Pawar wins president post. Full results from Nanded district inside.
BJP consolidates power in Nagpur, winning 22 of 27 municipal president posts. Congress suffers major setback in Vidarbha. CM Fadnavis credits organizational effort for historic wins.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis credits BJP's development agenda for historic win in municipal council polls. BJP doubles its tally, winning 3325 of 6952 seats. Read the full analysis.
BJP emerged as the largest party in Nashik division civic polls, winning 21 presidential posts. Congress celebrated Shrirampur win, while NCP ended Sena's 25-year rule in Bhagur. Full results and analysis inside.
BJP faces backlash as all six members from a single family, including the presidential nominee, lose the Loha municipal council elections in Nanded. NCP sweeps the polls. Read the full analysis.
Congress secures decisive victory in Chandrapur municipal polls, winning 7 of 10 council president posts. The results mark a significant erosion of BJP's urban bastion in eastern Vidarbha. Read the full analysis.
Family members of ministers, MLAs, and MPs secured big wins in Maharashtra's municipal council elections. Experts say this marks a shift in state politics. Read the full analysis.