The Congress-VBA alliance faces a major setback ahead of Mumbai BMC polls, struggling to find suitable candidates for 16 key seats. Read about the internal challenges and political implications.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections heat up as 1,286 candidates remain after withdrawals. BJP and Congress scramble to manage rebellions that could decide key prabhag contests. Get the full analysis.
With 14 days left for Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections, candidates start door-to-door campaigns, seek blessings at Mahalaxmi Temple. Read about the key promises and political strategies.
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.
Ahead of Nashik Municipal Corporation elections on Jan 15, BJP drops 34 former corporators, fields 22 defectors from rival parties. Party focuses on 'winnability' to target 100+ seats.
BJP candidates elected uncontested in Kalyan-Dombivli, Navi Mumbai & Dhule municipal corporations. State party chief hails it as a 'supreme civic honour'. Read more.
Calcutta High Court prioritizes public safety, allows renovation of a dangerous building declared unsafe by KMC, overriding a civil ownership dispute. Read the full ruling details.
In a bold move, BJP drops majority of its sitting corporators for Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, prioritizing performance and new faces. Will this gamble pay off on January 15?
Karnataka's first government hospital IVF centre is operational at KMC-RI, Hubballi. Using a PPP model, it aims to provide affordable fertility treatment. Read more.
A newborn baby boy from Kukanur taluk, suffering from protruding intestines and kidney issues, passed away at KMC-RI Hospital in Hubballi. Read the full story of the emergency medical transfer and treatment.
Following a Calcutta High Court directive, Kolkata Municipal Corporation pushes for expedited planting of 50 large trees at McPherson Square to compensate for illegal felling. Read about the re-greening initiative and the controversy.
With the nomination deadline approaching, Pune's political aspirants remain in limbo as major parties delay candidate lists. Read about the last-minute scramble and the election schedule.
With only 48 hours left, Nagpur's civic election scene remains subdued as political parties tightly control nominations. Over 6,400 forms procured but only 21 filed, revealing intense behind-the-scenes bargaining. Read the full analysis.
Crucial seat-sharing negotiations between NCP (SP) and NCP for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections have failed. Polling for 29 Maharashtra civic bodies is set for January 15.
JD(S) patriarch H D Deve Gowda states alliance with BJP is 'difficult' for urban local body polls but will continue for Assembly & Lok Sabha. Read the latest Karnataka political news.
Nominations for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections surge, with 24 candidates filing papers. Key dates: Scrutiny on Dec 31, withdrawal by Jan 2. Get the latest updates on the civic polls.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation election process begins after 3-year administrator rule. 1,992 nomination forms collected on first day. Read about the political buzz and key zones.
Kolkata Municipal Corporation and fire services launch special surveillance drives at hotels, bars, and restaurants during Christmas and New Year to ensure fire safety compliance. Mayor Firhad Hakim warns of strict action for violations.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis hails BJP's performance in local body polls, attributing success to collective effort and a development-focused campaign. Key wins noted in Nagpur, Mumbai.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation releases prabhag-wise polling booth list for 2025 civic elections. 24.83 lakh voters to cast votes at 3,004 booths. Key battlegrounds identified. Read more.
The deferred second phase of municipal elections across Vidarbha concluded largely peacefully. Voter turnout varied across districts, with minor glitches and one clash reported. Results today will shape local political fortunes.
Keoratala crematorium in Kolkata becomes a terror zone after dark as drunk goons harass mourners for money and attack staff. Locals demand urgent police action.
A joint inspection drive in Kolkata reveals major fire safety lapses in rooftop restaurants. Owners must upgrade or face closure. Read the full report and safety norms here.
Aam Aadmi Party dominates Amritsar's rural body elections, securing a massive mandate. Read the full analysis of the results and their political implications.
Kolkata Municipal Corporation asks police to monitor dry leaf burning worsening city's air quality. Mayor details smog-fighting measures but admits resource shortage. Read more.
A 2016 controversy resurfaces as BJP councillor accuses Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim of calling Garden Reach 'mini Pakistan'. Hakim vehemently denies, challenges for proof. Read the full story.
Kolkata's New Market traders appeal to CM Mamata Banerjee to tackle worsening hawker encroachment, citing failed KMC-police drives and lost parking space. Read the full story.
Political parties in Nashik are in a frenzy as the NMC elections approach. Voting is on Jan 15 for 122 seats across 31 wards. BJP and NCP lead candidate interviews. Get the latest updates.
After tree-cutting allegations, Kolkata's McPherson Square is set for a green revival with over 50 new trees. The Dhunseri Foundation promises the 'greenest park' by mid-January. Details inside.
Calcutta High Court refuses to ban circus at Park Circus Maidan over pollution concerns but imposes strict environmental safeguards. KMC must ensure no damage and keep walking areas open.