Scrutiny for Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections rejects 80 nominations, altering ward-level strategies. BJP-Shinde Sena alliance sees zero rejections. Details on zone-wise impact and political fallout inside.
Punjab's AAP govt passes resolution against renaming MGNREGA to VB-G RAM G, alleging threat to poor. Congress plans state-wide protests from Jan 8. Details inside.
Scrutiny for BMC elections leads to rejection of Congress, BJP, AAP, NCP candidates due to document errors. Key details on affected wards and the final electoral picture. Stay updated.
Maharashtra civic polls see massive rush with 33,606 nominations for 2,869 seats. Pune tops the list. Final candidate list by Jan 3. Explore the reasons behind the surge.
Bangladesh Minority Janta Party (BMJP) managed to file nominations for only 28 candidates, far below its target, citing fear, funding issues, and lack of support. Key details inside.
A total of 813 candidates have filed nominations for the 81-seat Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections. Scrutiny led to 21 disqualifications, mirroring 2015's high contestant numbers. Read the latest updates.
A last-minute scramble ensued as 1,668 candidates filed nominations for the BMC elections after seat-sharing deals were finalized. Key alliances face rebel challenges ahead of the Jan 15 polls.
Disgruntled BJP ticket aspirants chased vehicles carrying nomination forms in Nashik, highlighting the intense internal strife plaguing Maharashtra parties ahead of civic polls. Read the full report on the unfolding political drama.
Nagpur's NMC elections witness a wave of family nominations as veteran leaders field spouses & children. Critics decry nepotism, while parties defend it as continuity. Read more.
The Mahayuti alliance of BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP has collapsed across five municipal corporations in Marathwada, leading to a last-minute surge in nominations. Read about the seat-sharing disputes and political fallout.
BJP candidates elected to head North & South Goa Zilla Panchayats. South Goa's extra vote sparks political controversy, with Congress accusing AAP of cross-voting. Details inside.
Mumbai's BMC election process sees 401 nominations filed so far, with a final rush expected Tuesday. Ward-wise data shows uneven interest across the city. Details inside.
BJP announces a major organisational reshuffle in Rajasthan, appointing new presidents for six state-level morchas, including two ex-Union ministers. Read the full list and analysis.
Over 100 BJP candidates filed nominations for Pune Municipal Corporation elections. Alliance with Shiv Sena remains uncertain as seat-sharing talks continue. Last day for nominations is Tuesday.
Pune Municipal Corporation sees a final-day nomination surge as major parties delay candidate lists to prevent defections. Over 694 nominations filed on Monday. Key details inside.
The Indian National Congress has rebranded its Outreach Cell as 'Rachnatmak Congress' and appointed former MP Sandeep Dikshit as chairperson. This strategic move aims to reconnect with civil society groups outside the BJP-RSS sphere. Read more.
BJP accuses Congress of becoming a dynastic asset, mocking Kharge as 'remote-controlled'. The ruling party lists historical failures as Congress marks its foundation day. Read the full political clash.
On its 140th Foundation Day, we explore the Indian National Congress's journey from a British-era platform to a dominant political force, and Gandhi's changing views on its purpose post-Independence.
Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee celebrates 140 years of INC with a historical exhibition, flag-hoisting, and symposium in Lucknow. Key leaders to address party workers and outline future plans.
Senior Congress leader Mukesh Naik resigned as MP media cell chief after a bitter row over the Talent Hunt Committee. State chief Jitu Patwari rejected his resignation. BJP calls it internal feud.
Delhi Police registers FIR against AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj and two others for a skit showing Santa Claus fainting due to pollution. Complaint alleges it hurt Christian sentiments. Details inside.
Two AAP councillors defect to BJP, creating a 18-18 tie in Chandigarh's Municipal Corporation ahead of January mayoral elections. AAP and Congress allege horse trading.
Aam Aadmi Party removes its Goa state unit president Amit Palekar following a dismal performance in the Zilla Panchayat elections. The decision was taken by the party's top decision-making body.
In a major pre-election boost, two AAP councillors, Suman Sharma and Poonam, defect to BJP in Chandigarh, altering the numbers for the upcoming Mayor election. Read the full story.
Goa Congress chief Manikrao Thakare blames AAP for splitting anti-BJP votes, leading to BJP-MGP's 32-seat win. Congress doubled its tally to 10 seats. Read the full analysis.
Lady Gaga announces 'Harlequin Live: One Night Only' concert film for Christmas Eve on YouTube. Indian fans can watch at 5:30 AM on Dec 25. Details inside.
AAP's ambitious solo run in Goa's Zilla Panchayat elections fails to make a mark, losing in key constituencies. The results fuel concerns about opposition vote-splitting and question AAP's alliance strategy ahead of 2027. Read the full analysis.
Salcete taluka's nine ZP seats in South Goa are a key battleground. With 42 candidates, Congress-GFP alliance, AAP's rise, and BJP's strategy, the outcome will shape Goa's political landscape ahead of 2027. Read the full analysis.
Several gram panchayats in Telangana see zero nominations for sarpanch and ward member posts due to flawed reservation quotas, leading to stalled local democracy. Read about the impact and official concerns.
Violence erupts in Ludhiana as AAP alleges Congress workers attacked their victory procession. Five injured, including a woman. Police register case as political tensions flare.