Mumbai BMC Polls: Poster War Begins with Political Jabs
Mumbai witnesses a poster war after BMC election dates are announced. BJP and Shiv Sena (UBT) trade barbs over 'family business' and contracts. BMC removes over 2100 illegal ads.
Mumbai witnesses a poster war after BMC election dates are announced. BJP and Shiv Sena (UBT) trade barbs over 'family business' and contracts. BMC removes over 2100 illegal ads.
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation enforces model code, removes over 2,100 political banners and flexes. Disciplinary action warned for officials failing to comply. Drive to continue for a week.
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.
Bombay High Court grants BMC permission for Mumbai Coastal Road project affecting 102 hectares of mangroves. BMC commits to compensatory afforestation with a 10-year monitoring plan. Details inside.
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.
Mumbai's BMC election campaign heats up as targeted posters against Uddhav Thackeray's faction appear. Key parties clash over defacement and political messaging. Get the latest details.
Mumbai enjoyed sunny weather on Dec 16, 2025, with a high of 30.3°C, a relief after 'Poor' AQI of 146. Get the weekly forecast and essential health tips for outdoor plans.
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 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.
BJP launches 15-day 'citizen meet' campaign across all 36 Mumbai constituencies, while Youth Congress holds training on election management. Key strategies unfold ahead of crucial BMC polls.
Mumbai enjoys a sunny day at 30.6°C with moderate AQI of 158. Plan your week with our detailed forecast, air quality insights, and activity tips. Check now!
BMC's ambitious Rs 731-crore biomining project at Mulund dumping ground faces another setback, with the deadline extended to February 2024. Only 5.8 million tonnes of 7.8 million tonnes legacy waste treated so far.
Mumbai enjoys a sunny 27°C day with clear skies on Dec 6, 2025. AQI improves to 158 from 'very poor' levels. Check the weekly forecast and health tips for outdoor plans.
BMC floats a new Rs 500 crore tender for exotic animal exhibits at Byculla Zoo, featuring white lions & cheetah restaurant, after scrapping a Rs 291 crore plan 3 years ago. Read details.
BMC data reveals a stark gender gap in sterilisation in Mumbai, with men making up only 4% of procedures from 2022-2025. Experts blame mindset and lack of male contraceptive options. Read more.
Mumbai enjoys sunny 30.4°C weather on Dec 5, 2025, but masks advised after yesterday's 'very poor' AQI of 158. Get the full weekly forecast and planning tips.
Mumbai's historic B Ward, a Congress stronghold, battles chronic garbage accumulation, water supply problems, and parking chaos despite ongoing redevelopment. Residents and leaders voice concerns.
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.
BMC announces the new four-lane Sion overbridge, connecting Eastern Express Highway and LBS Marg, will open in June 2026, easing traffic and adding a footpath for pedestrians.
As Hindi speakers surge fivefold, their representation in BMC falls. Analysis reveals how Mumbai's demographics changed but political power concentrated with Marathi leaders. Read more.
BMC Additional Commissioner Abhijit Bangar directs officials to complete Sion flyover reconstruction by May 31 next year. Key underpasses and girder work scheduled for early 2024. 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's massive road concretisation project covers 677 roads across Mumbai. 790 roads completed, 575 partially done. Officials target significant completion by January. Get the latest update.
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.
Mumbai enjoys sunny weather with 25.8°C on Dec 2, 2025, but faces poor AQI of 233 from previous day. Weekly forecast shows rising temps. Plan your week with our detailed report.
Mumbai's BMC issues notices to bullet train & coastal road projects for flouting dust rules. Only 38% of city's sites have mandatory AQI sensors installed. Details inside.
A newly concretised road in Mumbai's Chandivali is being dug up again for utility lines, sparking outrage among residents over wasted public money and civic inefficiency. Read more.