15,931 Candidates in Fray for Maharashtra Civic Polls
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
Odisha government initiates public consultation to expand Bhubaneswar and Berhampur municipal corporations. Puri officially declared a metropolitan city for planned development. Details inside.
Patna's municipal water supply is now confirmed safe, meeting all quality norms. Authorities are conducting rigorous inspections and upgrading infrastructure to ensure clean water. Read the full report.
BJP's Bokaro unit announces a major protest on January 7, demanding immediate municipal elections in Jharkhand and electoral reforms. Leaders Bauri and Narayan lead the charge.
Mahayuti alliance secures 64 seats uncontested in Maharashtra municipal corporation elections ahead of January 15 polling. Key wins in Kolhapur, Pune, and other regions.
Chandigarh administration decides to retain the existing 35 municipal wards, postponing delimitation. The move awaits final approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Read for details.
GVMC cancels flawed tender for Mudasarlova horse-riding centre, orders probe & recovery of Rs 3 crore advance. New tender to involve private investment, no public funds. Details here.
Delhi's air quality saw significant improvement on Friday, leading authorities to revoke GRAP Stage-III curbs. However, the relief may be short-lived as dense fog and very poor AQI are predicted from Sunday.
In a significant pre-poll development, seven candidates from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena have been declared winners unopposed in the Thane Municipal Corporation elections. Read the full details and implications.
Panchkula police ensured a secure New Year with 48 checkpoints & patrols. 68 challans issued for drunk driving. Read how meticulous planning led to peaceful celebrations.
Chandigarh Police conducted a massive New Year's Eve drive, issuing 75 challans for drunk driving and impounding 8 vehicles. DGP Hooda inspected nakas as over 1,000 personnel ensured security. Read the full report.
Mohali Municipal Corporation launches a strict drive against property tax defaulters. Major commercial & industrial units face sealing & auction if dues not cleared in 3-day grace period. Pay now to avoid action.
Gurgaon and Faridabad police issued over 4,800 challans during New Year's Eve checks. Over 300 were for drunk driving. Read about the massive security deployment.
Delhi Traffic Police issued over 11,500 challans on New Year's Eve, with no-parking violations leading the list. Read about the enforcement drive and district-wise data.
Jaipur police conducted a massive New Year's eve crackdown, registering 445 drunk driving cases and seizing 84 vehicles. Read the full zone-wise breakdown and enforcement details.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation outlines a Rs 1,715 crore budget for 2026-27, seeking a substantial grant-in-aid. Read the full financial plan and projections here.
Mohali Municipal Corporation cracks down on major property tax defaulters, including GMADA with Rs 10 crore dues. Sealing and auction drive initiated. Pay now to avoid action.
Delhi Police reported a sharp 56% rise in drunk driving cases on New Year's Eve 2025-26. Breathalyser tests at rotating checkpoints aimed to curb violations. Read the full report.
Delhi Police cracked down on New Year's Eve revelry, issuing 868 challans for drunk driving. A 20,000-strong force ensured safety. Read the full report on the city's enforcement drive.
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.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation issues a 3-day ultimatum to 26 agencies to remove 800 illegal hoardings after empanelment lapses. Failure to comply will lead to BMC action and cost recovery.
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.
Chandigarh UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria advocates extending the mayor's tenure beyond one year, despite the Centre stating no proposal is under consideration. Explore the debate on civic governance reforms.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation achieves major financial turnaround with 22% revenue growth and Rs 30 crore expenditure cut. Details on property tax surge and cost-saving measures inside.
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.
Shimla's civic body faced a turbulent 2024 marked by development promises, public protests over water and parking, and political challenges. Explore the key events that defined the year.
Bombay High Court criticizes Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan Dombivli, Bhiwandi-Nizampur corporations for failing to enforce laws against illegal constructions, warning thousands could have been prevented.
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation expansion is now official. Will it remain a single mega body or split? Key political and administrative decisions ahead. Read more.
Indore Police conducted a massive overnight drive to curb crime ahead of New Year. Over 950 suspects checked, 377 faced legal action, and 163 drunk drivers booked. Read details.
Over 50 HDMC corporators & officials on a 'study tour' to Indore & Ahmedabad, costing ~Rs 1 lakh each, face public backlash for lack of transparency and timing during a funds crisis. Details inside.