NCP, NCP(SP) Form Alliance for Pimpri-Chinchwad Polls
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.
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.
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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.
NCP (SP) joins AAP & VBA to form Rajashri Shahu Aghadi for Kolhapur elections, exiting MVA. Congress releases candidate list as BJP warns hopefuls. Get the full seat-sharing details and political realignment 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.
Alliance talks between NCP factions in Pimpri-Chinchwad turn tense over seat-sharing demands. NCP (SP) seeks up to 23 seats, while BJP gears up to release its first candidate list on Sunday. Get the latest updates.
In a major political shift, former Pune mayor Prashant Jagtap quits NCP (SP) and joins Congress in Mumbai. The move strengthens Congress's position in Pune amid complex alliance talks. Read the full story.
Shiv Sena (UBT) to contest 12 seats in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections as part of a seat-sharing pact with Congress. NCP (SP) negotiations stall, while Mahayuti alliance also faces internal disputes over seat allocation.
NCP(SP) MP Supriya Sule signals potential alliance with NCP for municipal elections, citing historical Congress-NCP pact. Talks ongoing, no final proposal yet.
The Maharashtra Congress has decided to contest the upcoming Pune Municipal Corporation elections independently, distancing itself from NCP factions to uphold its secular identity. Key details inside.
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.
NCP(SP) members in Pune demand MLA Bapu Pathare's removal from candidate selection panel after his son joins BJP, citing conflict of interest. State leadership refuses.
Former NCP corporator Rahul Kalate joins BJP in Mumbai, boosting the party's prospects for PCMC polls. The move sparks internal dissent but gains support from key leaders. Read more.
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.
The BJP's induction of 23 former NCP corporators in Pimpri Chinchwad ahead of civic polls has triggered a major rift within the Mahayuti alliance. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar voices strong displeasure, hinting at retaliation.
Marathwada's local body elections delivered a split verdict. Dhananjay Munde's NCP-BJP alliance won big in Parli, while BJP made gains. Regional parties also made their mark. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra's opposition MVA alliance shows cracks after poor civic polls results. Lack of coordination & weak campaign raise doubts about its future against ruling Mahayuti. Read the full analysis.
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.
The 2026 civic elections in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad are set for a fierce contest between BJP and NCP. With poaching of leaders and delayed polls, the political duel intensifies. 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.
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.
A last-minute coalition between NCP (SP) and Shetkari Kamgar Party prevents BJP's outright win in Katol Nagar Parishad elections. Read the full analysis of this political upset.