Kerala Ruling Front MLA Convicted in 1990 Case
Kerala MLA P V Anvar convicted for tampering with evidence in a 1990 attempt to murder case. The verdict could lead to his disqualification from the assembly. Read the full details.
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Nagpur NMC Elections: Compressed Schedule Sparks Fairness Concerns
Nagpur's civic body elections face a logistical nightmare as voting on Jan 15 and counting on Jan 16 leave no room for rest or preparation. Officials call it a 'hodgepodge' that benefits big parties.
NMMC Serves Notices to 200+ Staff for Missing Election Training
Over 200 Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation employees face disciplinary action for missing compulsory election training. NMMC issues strict warning to ensure smooth civic polls.
Ajit Pawar defends NCP's tickets to candidates with criminal cases
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar defended NCP's decision to field candidates with criminal backgrounds for Pune civic polls, citing 'innocent until proven guilty'. He also promised a probe into PCMC irregularities if NCP wins.
SEC to Probe Unopposed Wins in Maharashtra Civic Polls
Maharashtra SEC will investigate if pressure or allurement led to unopposed elections in 29 municipal corporations. Polls set for Jan 15, results on Jan 16. Details inside.
BMC Polls: Rs 15 Lakh Limit, Daily Expense Accounts Must
Mumbai BMC election candidates must now keep daily expense accounts from nomination day. A Rs 15 lakh spending cap and new rate card aim for transparency. Full details inside.
BJP denies tickets to 40% of its Mumbai corporators
BJP denies BMC election tickets to nearly 40% of its 2017 corporators. The move to bring in new faces triggers mixed reactions, with some joining rivals. Read the full story.
Pune Vimannagar Citizens' Charter Sets Poll Demands
Vimannagar residents demand action on encroachments, water, noise pollution, and road digging from PMC poll candidates. Their vote hinges on written commitments with timelines.
33,606 Nominations for 2,869 Civic Seats in Maharashtra
Maharashtra civic polls see massive rush with 33,606 nominations for 2,869 seats. Pune tops the list. Final candidate list by Jan 3. Explore the reasons behind the surge.
Jalandhar Mayor Lists Key Projects, Vows Swifter Civic Reforms
Jalandhar Mayor Jagdish Raja reviews major civic projects completed in his first year, pledges faster reforms and infrastructure upgrades for 2026. Read his full vision for the city.
Maharashtra Civic Poll Ticket Chaos Erupts in Nashik
Disgruntled BJP ticket aspirants chased vehicles carrying nomination forms in Nashik, highlighting the intense internal strife plaguing Maharashtra parties ahead of civic polls. Read the full report on the unfolding political drama.
Nagpur Civic Polls See Last-Minute Nomination Rush
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's zonal offices witnessed a chaotic last-day scramble as 1,457 candidates filed nominations for civic polls. See the zone-wise breakdown and scenes from the ground.
Chennai Court Convicts MDMK MLA in ₹1 Crore Cheque Bounce Case
MDMK MLA T Sadhan Thirumalai Kumar convicted in a ₹1 crore cheque bounce case, faces immediate disqualification. The court sentenced him to 2 years imprisonment. Read the full details.
MDMK MLA Convicted, Faces Disqualification in Cheque Bounce Case
Chennai court convicts MDMK MLA T Sadhan Thirumalai Kumar in a ₹1 crore cheque bounce case, sentencing him to 2 years jail. He faces immediate disqualification under RP Act. Details inside.
Nagpur Civic Polls: 194 Free Symbols for Independents
Nagpur's civic elections see 194 free symbols, from fruits to gadgets, for Independents. Symbol allocation on Jan 3 could reshape local politics. Read more on the unique poll battle.
Governance and Political Churn Shape Kapurthala's Civic Issues
Explore how governance challenges and political realignments in Kapurthala are impacting local civic discourse, from infrastructure woes to public discontent. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Nomination Filings Slow, Parties Hold Back
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.
NCP Alliance Talks for Pune Civic Polls Hit Dead End
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.
79 NMMC staff face action for skipping election duty
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation issues notices to 79 officers absent from election duty. Commissioner warns of police case if they fail to report. Read details on the upcoming civic polls.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Rush for Forms, No Nominations Yet
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections see massive demand for nomination forms, but uncertainty over party tickets delays filings. Key zones like Hanuman Nagar lead the rush. Read the full analysis.
SC stays conviction of NCP's Manikrao Kokate in cheating case
Supreme Court stays conviction of NCP MLA Manikrao Kokate in a 1995 cheating case, preventing his disqualification from Maharashtra assembly. However, he cannot hold any office of profit. Read the full details.
SC Stays NCP MLA Kokate's Conviction, Saves MLA Post
Supreme Court grants partial relief to NCP MLA Manikrao Kokate, staying his conviction in a fraud case only to prevent his disqualification from the Maharashtra assembly. Read the full details.
Pune Residents Demand Basic Civic Facilities Before Elections
Residents of Pisoli, Undri, Mohammadwadi & NIBM Road in Pune demand water, roads & sewage before PMC elections. Read their charter of demands.
Jailed CPM, BJP Councillors in Kannur Skip Oath Ceremony
Two newly elected councillors in Kannur, one each from CPM and BJP, could not take oath as they are in jail following convictions in criminal cases. Read about the legal implications and party responses.
Maharashtra Civic Poll Results: Counting Begins for 286 Bodies
Maharashtra awaits results of 286 municipal council & nagar panchayat polls, a key political signal before BMC elections. Get live updates on turnout, clashes, and outcomes.
Nagpur NMC Election Schedule Triggers Political Churn
The State Election Commission's announcement of Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls has reignited political activity. Former corporators are hitting the streets to reconnect with voters after two years of administrator's rule. Read more.
Thane Civic Polls: Rs 13 Lakh Cap, Strict Action for Violations
Thane election authorities warn of legal action, disqualification for candidates violating Rs 13 lakh spending limit. Model Code of Conduct in force until Jan 16, 2026. Read details.
Bombay HC suspends ex-minister Kokate's sentence
Bombay High Court suspends NCP politician Manikrao Kokate's 2-year jail term in a 30-year-old EWS quota cheating case but refuses to stay his conviction, triggering disqualification concerns. Read the full details.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Rs7 for Chai, Rs224 for Dinner in New Rules
Nagpur Municipal Corporation sets strict rates for campaign expenses, from tea to meals, as spending limit jumps 275% to Rs15 lakh per candidate for January 15 elections. Read how officials aim to ensure transparency.
NMC standardises campaign costs for civic polls
Nashik Municipal Corporation finalises rate chart for election campaign items like tea, snacks, and T-shirts to ensure spending transparency. Learn about the new rules.
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