Maharashtra holds first local body polls in over 5 years. Phase 1 voting sees Mahayuti vs MVA battle amid alliance splits and SEC's last-minute deferment of 10% polls drawing fire. Key facts inside.
Nagpur's Digdoh Nagar Parishad gears up for its maiden election, a direct BJP vs NCP fight. With 33,188 voters, the contest focuses on resolving civic woes like poor roads and water. Read the full story.
Nagpur's fast-growing suburb Godhani votes in its first nagar panchayat election. A direct BJP-Congress fight with 49 candidates for 17 seats. Key issues: roads, water, sewage.
Nagpur division civic elections face major disruption as 39 seats are withdrawn. State Election Commission acts after 32 local bodies breach 50% reservation limit. Key details and implications inside.
Vidarbha gears up for crucial nagar panchayat and parishad elections on Tuesday, Dec 2. Over 1.5 lakh voters across Amravati, Chandrapur, Yavatmal, and Akola will decide fiercely contested polls. Results to be declared a day later.
Nildoh Nagar Panchayat gears up for its first election since civic status upgrade. A direct BJP vs Congress clash for chairperson amid key local issues. 17,953 voters to decide.
Wanadongri Municipal Council faces a triangular contest between NCP (SP), Shiv Sena (UBT), and BJP. Residents decry broken roads, waterlogging, and poor waste management despite urban growth. 255 personnel to oversee polls.
Wadi's municipal election sees a four-cornered contest as BJP, Congress, BSP, and VBA vie for power. Seven candidates fight for President amid severe civic issues like poor sanitation, water woes, and bad roads. Read more.
Ural police arrest Santosh More in the Karanja-Ramzanpur Phata murder case of a Class 12 student. One minor also detained. Investigation intensifies to nab the third accused.
As Maharashtra's 264 municipal councils and nagar panchayats head to polls, the ruling coalition projects unity while opposition faces nominee withdrawals. Over 1 crore voters to decide. Read the full story.
Palakkad municipality elections see a complex three-way fight between UDF, LDF, and BJP. With infighting and civic issues like poor roads and waste management taking center stage, voters face a tough choice. Read more.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde dismisses friction within Mahayuti alliance during civic polls, asserts constant touch with CM Fadnavis. Read the full story.
Maharashtra civic polls see Mahayuti allies BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP competing against each other while MVA relies on local leadership. Voting scheduled for December 2 across 288 local bodies.
Viral video shows litter-filled Amsterdam streets, triggering global discussion about civic sense and cleanliness standards. Watch the debate unfold!
Municipal Corporation of Delhi bypolls underway across 12 vacant wards. Over 2.75 lakh voters to decide fate of 69 candidates. Results expected on July 16.
Why BJP and Congress are avoiding loud campaigns around Sabarimala gold heist in Kerala civic polls. Learn how 2019 election memories shape current political strategy.
Kozhikode corporation's unprecedented 45-year LDF dominance faces scrutiny as rapid urbanization exposes infrastructure gaps in transport and waste management ahead of civic polls.
Congress struggles to field candidates in Saswad and Bhor civic polls after key leaders defect to BJP. Elections on December 2, counting December 3. Read more about this political shift.
Delhi Metro extends early morning services for MCD bypolls in 12 wards. Special train timings on polling and counting days to facilitate voters and officials.
Supreme Court permits Maharashtra civic elections but withholds results for 57 local bodies exceeding 50% quota ceiling. Final hearing on OBC quota legality set for January 2026.
Shiv Sena UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray meets MNS leader Raj Thackeray to discuss alliance for upcoming Maharashtra civic polls in Thane, Nashik, Sambhajinagar.
Mahayuti alliance faces public rift as CM Fadnavis and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar contradict each other over Hiwarkhed municipal council status ahead of local polls. Read the full story.
Maharashtra State Election Commission extends voter list objection deadline to December 3 after Opposition parties sought more time. Get latest updates on civic polls preparation.
Supreme Court permits December 2 municipal elections in Maharashtra but threatens to annul results where reservation exceeds 50% limit. Details on OBC quota sought.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces BJP will reserve 40% civic poll tickets for candidates below 35 years. Youth Connect event reveals party's push for young leadership in local elections.
Major controversy erupts in Akola as TET candidates miss exams for reporting 5 minutes late. Students demand inquiry into rigid implementation of rules. Read full story.
Yugendra Pawar alleges NCP councillors offered Rs 20 lakh to withdraw from Baramati Municipal Council elections. Eight candidates elected unopposed amid claims of intimidation.
Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar backs alliance with MNS for Maharashtra civic elections. BJP condemns the move as 'politics of convenience'. Read the full story.
In a major pre-poll victory, BJP secures 100 municipal council seats unopposed across Maharashtra regions. Explore the regional breakdown and political implications.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray claims voter lists for Maharashtra civic polls are riddled with duplicate entries and fake addresses, raising concerns about election integrity. Check your details now!