Mumbai's civic body election sees cousins Uddhav and Raj Thackeray united on Marathi pride, battling the BJP-Shinde Sena alliance. The outcome will shape the city's future and political legacies. Read the full analysis.
BJP and Shiv Sena set a target of 150+ seats in the 227-member BMC. First seat-sharing meeting held in Dadar. Alliance rules out NCP, open to RPI. Polls scheduled for January 15.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut announces alliance with MNS for Mumbai, Thane, Pune civic polls. Congress yet to join MVA bloc. Key elections set for January 15.
As BMC polls near, BJP strategizes to counter Shiv Sena's Marathi identity plank amid a potential Thackeray cousins' alliance. Read the full analysis.
Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS announce alliance for Mumbai, Thane, Pune civic polls. Uddhav and Raj Thackeray to share stage. Formal pact next week. Read details.
Ahead of Mumbai's civic polls, a report reveals 90% of corporators underperformed. Only 2 scored an 'A'. Voters, check the data before you vote on Jan 15.
Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS raise serious concerns over electoral roll discrepancies ahead of crucial BMC and 28 other civic body elections scheduled for January 15. Read more.
Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance ends internal disputes to contest crucial urban polls unitedly. Key details on the truce, seat-sharing, and the high-stakes BMC election.
Maharashtra's State Election Commission has scheduled the long-awaited BMC election for January 15. Results will be declared on Jan 16 as the model code of conduct takes effect. Get the latest details.
As Maharashtra gears up for crucial municipal corporation elections in January 2025, we analyze if the BJP can hold its 2017 dominance amidst fractured alliances and party splits. Read the full analysis.
Congress MP Digvijay Singh's visit to Matoshree sparks speculation amid party's solo BMC polls announcement. Shiv Sena (UBT) insists on MVA unity. Read the full story.
BMC Additional Commissioner Abhijit Bangar directs planned completion of Hancock Bridge. Works stalled since 2016 due to legal & technical issues. Read the latest updates on Mumbai's infrastructure.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray reveals shocking errors in Mumbai's draft voter rolls, including duplicate names and deceased voters. He demands an extension for corrections.
BMC has restarted its massive Rs 17,000-crore road concretisation project on 297.49 km across Mumbai after the monsoon. Over 60% of the work is in western suburbs, with a target to complete 80% by Jan 2026. Read the latest updates.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut will travel to Delhi to meet Congress leadership, insisting on MVA alliance for BMC elections. He also criticizes Shinde faction and BJP's electoral tactics.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut says he will raise Congress's plan to go solo in BMC polls with party high command, insists MNS is vital to defeat BJP. Read the latest on Maharashtra politics.
BMC assistant commissioner Mahesh Patil sent on one-month compulsory leave following NRI's investment allegations in Bandra redevelopment project. Inquiry underway.
Uddhav Thackeray considers alliance with Sharad Pawar after Congress rejects pact with Raj Thackeray for BMC polls. Major political realignment in Maharashtra.
Mumbai BJP chief Amit Satam asserts the Uddhav-Raj Thackeray pact won't impact the ruling Mahayuti coalition in the crucial BMC elections. He predicts a BJP-led mayor for Mumbai.
Shiv Sena UBT cautions Congress against solo moves in BMC polls following Bihar election disappointment. Read about the political tensions in Maharashtra.
Congress announces solo run for BMC elections, vows to fight BJP's religious polarization and MNS's hate politics. Party pledges focus on real Mumbai issues like water, roads, and housing.
Maharashtra Congress decides to fight BMC polls alone to reclaim ideological space. Ramesh Chennithala says party will use its own strength after past compromises with MVA allies.
Mumbai's political landscape transformed overnight as BMC's random lottery draw reassigned ward reservations, forcing seasoned corporators to adapt or face forced retirement ahead of civic polls.
The Bombay High Court intervenes as a potential flood of voter applications threatens to overwhelm the system, urging the Election Commission to ensure young voters aren't disenfranchised in upcoming BMC polls.
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation considers extending bidding deadline for Mumbai's ambitious 200 MLD desalination plant at Versova, a crucial project to address the city's water scarcity issues.
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation approves revolutionary cable-stayed flyover project to solve Mumbai's chronic traffic congestion between Byculla and JJ Junction, promising faster commutes and modern infrastructure.
Maharashtra BJP finalizes election blueprint for BMC 2025, aiming for 140-150 seats through strategic alliance with Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction.
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut emphasizes opposition unity ahead of Mumbai civic elections, appeals to Congress Marathi leadership to collaborate for city's future.
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's ambitious plan to build residential quarters for sanitation workers faces indefinite delays, leaving thousands of essential workers in precarious living conditions.
BMC conducts surprise inspections at sweet shops across Bhubaneswar ahead of Diwali celebrations. Food safety officials collect 31 samples to ensure festive treats meet quality standards.