BJP, Shiv Sena Leaders Shake Hands Post-Election Strain
Maharashtra BJP chief and Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde were seen shaking hands, signaling a possible thaw after public criticism during recent council polls. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra BJP chief and Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde were seen shaking hands, signaling a possible thaw after public criticism during recent council polls. Read the full analysis.
MP Manish Tewari tables Bill to replace Chandigarh's 1-year Mayor term with direct public election for 5 years, shifting power from bureaucrats to elected representatives. Read the details.
Mormugao Municipal Council sealed a public and a private bank branch in Vasco for failing to pay Rs 9 lakh rent. The council is using a unique 'Gandhian' method with roses to recover dues from other defaulters.
Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan claims the postponement of Maharashtra local body results gives the government time to tamper with EVMs. First phase polling for 263 councils was held on Tuesday.
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule criticizes State Election Commission for 'avoidable errors' causing delays in municipal council and nagar panchayat election results. Read the full story.
Khultabad and Loha civic bodies recorded the highest voter turnout of 82% in Marathwada local body elections. Beed saw the lowest at 59%. Counting postponed to Dec 21.
Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole demands impeachment of State Election Commissioner over delays in local body polls, citing constitutional violation. Full details.
Badlapur Municipal Council elections witness nearly 60% voter turnout, higher than 2015. Polling marred by clashes between BJP, Shiv Sena workers & technical glitches. Results on Dec 21.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court restrains SEC from announcing municipal council results on Dec 3. Court says early counting could influence second-phase voting on Dec 20. Get the full story.
Pune district's local body elections witnessed a 68% voter turnout across 15 councils. Indapur recorded the highest at 80%. Polling was peaceful with minimal technical issues.
A 63-year-old woman collapsed and died after voting in Dharashiv district. Authorities suspect cardiac arrest. Read the full details of the incident that briefly halted polling.
First phase of Maharashtra local body elections sees 35% turnout amid violence & bogus voting allegations. Results postponed to Dec 21 by High Court. Key details inside.
A video shows a Shiv Sena MLA entering a polling booth in Hingoli while a woman votes. Authorities have ordered an investigation as local body elections proceed.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court stays December 3 vote counting for municipal councils across Maharashtra. New date set for December 21, exit polls banned until Dec 20. Read the full details.
A look back at the last Maharashtra municipal council and nagar panchayat elections in Jalgaon, Ahmednagar, Dhule, and Nandurbar. Key insights for the upcoming 2025 polls. Get the full analysis here.
First phase of Maharashtra Municipal Council and Nagar Panchayat elections 2025 begins. Polling for 246 councils, 42 panchayats. Results on Dec 3. Get live updates on voter turnout and key developments.
Maharashtra gears up for crucial 2025 local body polls. Get all details on voting dates, seats, and the political battle between MVA and Mahayuti.
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.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis criticises State Election Commission's decision to postpone municipal council polls as arbitrary and legally wrong. Govt to submit representation.
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.
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.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis sharply criticises the State Election Commission's decision to delay municipal council elections, calling it arbitrary and unfair to candidates. Govt to submit representation.
State Election Commission delays polls for 3 municipal councils, 1 nagar panchayat & 78 councillor seats in Nashik division. Congress leader Thorat raises concerns. Details inside.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis campaigned at a record 37 rallies for the first phase of local body elections, drawing opposition criticism. Results on December 3.
Ahead of the Maharashtra municipal council and nagar panchayat elections, here is the complete guide on what services will remain open and what will be shut on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar defends his controversial remarks on state funds, saying they were blown out of proportion. He also apologizes for his 'bhikar' comment. Read the full story.
Pimpri Chinchwad police impose 12-hour traffic diversion in Alandi for municipal council elections. Avoid congestion with alternate routes. Plan your commute now!
Nagpur residents cite stray dog attacks as urgent election concern. Learn how urban planning failures exacerbate the crisis in Wadi ahead of voting.
Beed Municipal Council mandates additional ID proof with Aadhaar for voting on Dec 2 to combat fake cards. Learn about the new verification rules and valid IDs.