MNS Dombivli chief Manoj Gharat joins BJP after withdrawing his KDMC nomination, leading to BJP's unopposed win. The move reignites allegations of a ₹5 crore deal and highlights opposition disarray.
Mahayuti alliance unveils BMC election manifesto with 5-year water tax freeze, 35 lakh homes, 50% bus fare cut for women. CM Fadnavis, DCM Shinde present citizen-driven vision for Mumbai.
State Election Commission verifies reports for 60 unopposed candidates across 29 municipal corporations. Results to be declared on Jan 16 counting day. Read details.
A complete guide to the 2026 Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. Learn about the 227 wards, reservation details, key dates, and how Mumbai's civic polls work.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis counters claims on his Mumbai connect, explains Mahayuti alliance logic, and reveals plans for AI-driven BMC reforms and Dharavi redevelopment. Read the full interview.
A PIL in Bombay HC challenges the SEC's practice of declaring candidates elected unopposed, arguing it violates voters' right to NOTA. The plea comes days before elections in 29 municipal corporations. Read more.
Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Uddhav Thackeray and MNS chief Raj Thackeray launch a scathing attack on the Mahayuti government over unopposed elections, corruption, and Mumbai's deteriorating state. Read their full critique.
In a major setback for Shiv Sena (UBT), its candidate in Dombivli joins Eknath Shinde's camp, paving way for an unopposed victory. Read about the political shift and its impact on KDMC polls.
NCP releases manifesto for BMC polls 2026, pledging 500 km of new roads, AI traffic management, and e-governance. Polling on January 15 for 29 civic bodies. Get the latest updates.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena gets BMC permission for a joint rally with Shiv Sena (UBT) at Dadar's Shivaji Park. Uddhav and Raj Thackeray to share stage after two decades, marking a significant political shift ahead of BMC polls.
59 out of 2,869 municipal corporation posts in Maharashtra to be elected unopposed on Jan 15. State Election Commission clarifies polls cannot be held with NOTA as sole option, sparking debate.
2026 will be a pivotal year for global democracy with major elections in India, the US, France, Brazil, and others. Explore the key political battles shaping the world order.
NCP's 2026 BMC election manifesto pledges property tax waiver for 700 sq ft homes, planting 10 lakh trees, and a 'Safe Mumbai' campaign for women. Read the full plan to transform the city.
68 candidates win unopposed in Maharashtra civic elections, concentrated in Pune, Kalyan-Dombivli, and Jalgaon. Young voters express alarm over the disappearance of democratic choice and participation. Read more.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis criticizes opposition's stance on unopposed corporation poll victories while highlighting key development projects for Dhule. Read more.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis slammed opposition parties for their 'selective outrage' over unopposed victories in Nashik corporation polls. He cited historical data of 35 MPs elected unopposed. Read more.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis defends BJP's unopposed victories in local body polls, accusing Congress and allies of hypocrisy. Elections for 29 corporations, including BMC, are set for January 15.
Congress and RPI faction release BMC election manifesto, pledging to strengthen public health, transport, and fight pollution. Key promises include 24-hour civic hospitals and 5000 MLD water supply.
Opposition leaders demand a thorough probe by the State Election Commission into the unopposed election of 68 Mahayuti candidates, alleging threats and bribes. Read the full story.
BJP's Chandrashekhar Bawankule defends unopposed municipal elections, calling them a sign of development-oriented consensus. He counters opposition criticism, citing examples from gram panchayats.
In a historic BMC election move, all 2,516 candidates had to submit a 100-500 word essay on local development plans. The rule, first used in 2018 bypolls, divided political aspirants. Read the full story.
Unopposed victories in Maharashtra's municipal elections jump from 10-11 to 69, with ruling Mahayuti alliance dominating. Opposition alleges coercion, SEC to probe. Details inside.
Maharashtra SEC clarifies that repolling in wards with unopposed wins is possible if affected candidates file complaints with evidence of coercion. Opposition demands NOTA option. Get the full story.
A petition in the Bombay High Court contests the unopposed election of 68 MahaYuti corporators in Maharashtra civic polls. The petitioner demands a time-bound court-monitored probe. Read the latest developments.
MNS leader Avinash Jadhav seeks Bombay High Court-monitored probe into 69 unopposed Mahayuti wins in Maharashtra civic polls, alleging coercion and inducements. Read the full story.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena approaches State Election Commission after 68 Mahayuti alliance candidates win unopposed in municipal corporation elections. Details on the controversy and political reactions.
Maharashtra BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule calls unopposed civic poll wins 'good for democracy'. This comes after Uddhav Thackeray urged SEC to cancel results in 68 wards. Read the full story.
BJP's Supriya Chandgude creates history by winning unopposed from PCMC Ward 10, becoming the first woman to do so. She credits voters and vows to focus on women's issues. Read her full agenda.
Congress expels two functionaries for withdrawing nominations in Kalyan-Dombivli polls, leading to unopposed Mahayuti wins. Read the full story on the political clash.
MNS leader Amit Thackeray demands CM & DCMs see how candidates are pressured to withdraw. This follows the murder of MNS worker Balasaheb Saravade in Kolhapur over nomination dispute.