The Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) will hold its crucial National Council meeting in Mangaluru on January 20-21. The gathering will strategize for upcoming elections and address key national issues. Read more.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expresses strong displeasure over local BJP alliances with Congress & AIMIM in civic polls, orders them to be undone. Details inside.
Maharashtra BJP forms post-poll pacts with rivals Congress & AIMIM in civic bodies, defying state leadership. CM Devendra Fadnavis rejects tie-ups, threatens disciplinary action. Details inside.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis calls BJP's local body alliance with Congress 'unacceptable', sparking major political controversy. Details inside.
Key political parties in Maharashtra, including BJP, Shiv Sena, Congress, and NCP, have begun early preparations for the crucial 2026 municipal corporation elections. Get the latest updates on manifestos and strategies.
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.
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
Maharashtra cabinet approves transfer of over 3 acres of unused MTDC land in Chikhaldara to Shri Ambadevi Sansthan for religious development, aiming to boost tourism and devotee facilities.
Odisha government officially upgrades Puri to a municipal corporation, fulfilling a long-standing demand. Four other towns declared NACs. Read about the expected infrastructure boost.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orban publicly shames EU allies, accusing them of turning meetings into 'war councils' focused on defeating Russia instead of securing peace. Read the full story.
Saudi Arabia expressed 'disappointment' and warned the UAE over supporting separatists in Yemen. It demands Emirati forces leave within 24 hours. Read the full details.
Saudi Arabia has formally warned the UAE, alleging its involvement with Yemeni separatists. This major rift threatens Gulf unity and the Yemen peace process. Read the full report.
Elections for the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana scheduled for March 17-18, 2026. State administration directed to ensure smooth, transparent polling. Key details inside.
Ambernath's political scene heats up as Shiv Sena uses posters to counter BJP's claim of victory in the civic polls. Get the full story on the numbers and the power tussle.
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance consolidates power in Maharashtra's municipal council elections, securing 4,422 councillor seats. BJP emerges as single largest party. Full analysis of results and political implications inside.
Uncertainty prevails in Ernakulam's municipalities as no front secures a clear majority. Independent councillors' support becomes crucial in Angamaly, Thripunithura, and Eloor for forming the ruling coalition and selecting chairpersons.
Mormugao Municipal Council recovers Rs 5 crore in principal dues from IOCL. MMC chief officer insists on Rs 3.5 crore interest, funds to benefit employees and laborers. Read the full story.
Three sitting MPs from Pune district, including Supriya Sule and Amol Kolhe, failed to impact municipal council elections, indicating a significant voter mood shift in rural and semi-urban areas. Explore the details and implications.
In a stunning upset, independent Sachin 'Jambha' Karale defeats Shiv Sena's 15-year councillor in Ner Municipal Council elections. Discover how grassroots support triumphed over money and political might.
Ajit Pawar-led NCP wins 10 of 17 municipal councils in Pune district, consolidating local power after Lok Sabha setbacks. Analysis of what it means for the party split and BJP's growth.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis hails BJP's record victory in municipal council polls, declares Ramtek & Saoner Congress-free. BJP wins 210 of 288 councils, marking a historic mandate. Read the full analysis.
The Supreme Court's January 21 verdict will decide the fate of 57 Maharashtra local bodies where quota limits were breached. Results for Mahayuti and MVA hang in the balance. Read for full details.
In a stunning upset, independent candidate Sachin 'Jambha' Karale wins Ner Municipal Council election, defeating a 15-year Shiv Sena incumbent. A story of grassroots power vs. money politics.
BJP's attempt to field six family members in Loha municipal council elections backfires as all lose. NCP's Sharad Pawar wins president post. Full results from Nanded district inside.
BJP consolidates power in Nagpur, winning 22 of 27 municipal president posts. Congress suffers major setback in Vidarbha. CM Fadnavis credits organizational effort for historic wins.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis credits BJP's development agenda for historic win in municipal council polls. BJP doubles its tally, winning 3325 of 6952 seats. Read the full analysis.
BJP faces backlash as all six members from a single family, including the presidential nominee, lose the Loha municipal council elections in Nanded. NCP sweeps the polls. Read the full analysis.
BJP candidate Ajay Agrawal clinches the Kamptee municipal council president post by a razor-thin margin of 103 votes. Congress alleges suspicion as BJP secures a crucial local victory in Nagpur district.
BJP's Ajay Agrawal wins Kamptee municipal council president seat by a razor-thin margin of 103 votes, ending a 40-year wait. Congress alleges suspicious vote changes in the high-stakes Nagpur election.