Thane Civic Polls: Old Guard Retains Grip on Key Wards
Ahead of Thane's January 15 civic polls, major parties bank on experience, re-nominating 29 sitting corporators in 11 crucial wards. Discover the strategy behind this safety-first approach.
Ahead of Thane's January 15 civic polls, major parties bank on experience, re-nominating 29 sitting corporators in 11 crucial wards. Discover the strategy behind this safety-first approach.
Bombay High Court invalidates Returning Officer's order, directs inclusion of BJP's Nikesh Bhojane in Navi Mumbai civic polls. Court cites misuse of disqualification clause.
A Lucknow Municipal Corporation delegation visited Ahmedabad to study its solid waste-to-energy project. The team aims to establish a similar facility in Lucknow by 2026 to boost sustainability.
In a major political shift, seven Congress corporators from Mumbai have joined the BJP, bolstering its position ahead of the crucial 2026 Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections.
After panchayat elections, Telangana's political focus shifts to municipal polls. BRS and BJP intensify campaigns to counter Congress's urban push. Key battles expected in Hyderabad and Khammam.
Get the latest Mumbai news for Jan 8, 2026. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments in the city.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis addressed a key rally in Ulhasnagar, targeting law & order, stalled development, and promising metro connectivity and a policy for unauthorized buildings.
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.
Campaigning for Maharashtra's municipal elections heats up as BJP, Shiv Sena, NCP, and Congress strategize. Get the latest updates on key battles and political reactions.
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.
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.
Get the latest Mumbai news for January 7, 2026. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and major political developments in the city.
Congress-led Mumbai Vikas Aghadi pledges free health cards, 20% free water, and opposes BMC privatisation in its 'Mission Mumbai 2026' manifesto for the civic polls. Key focus on healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
With BMC polls on Jan 15, Mumbai's young voters struggle to pick candidates due to a 3-year council absence and shifting party loyalties. They seek real issues over vague promises.
Familiar faces from state and national elections are contesting the Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, bringing experience and shifting alliances to ward-level battles. Discover the key candidates and their 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.
Ahead of the January 15 PMC elections, major political parties are fielding husband-wife, mother-son duos to secure family legacies. Discover the fascinating combinations shaping Pune's political landscape.
Stay ahead with the latest Mumbai headlines for January 5, 2026. Get key updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments in the city.
Maharashtra's municipal polls witness an 8.6% overall decline in candidates, with Mumbai, Panvel, and Kolhapur seeing dips up to 39%. Opposition alleges intimidation and unopposed wins. Read the full data analysis.
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.
In a historic shift, 14 women are contesting open seats in Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, challenging male dominance. Will this confidence translate into seats? Read more.
Odisha government initiates public consultation to expand Bhubaneswar and Berhampur municipal corporations. Puri officially declared a metropolitan city for planned development. Details inside.
With just 10 days to campaign for Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections, political parties focus on hyper-local door-to-door canvassing and padyatras. Read how the campaign strategy has shifted.
Maharashtra State Election Commission orders probe after 68 Mahayuti candidates win unopposed in municipal corporation polls. Details on the controversy and political reactions inside.
Mahayuti alliance secures 64 seats uncontested in Maharashtra municipal corporation elections ahead of January 15 polling. Key wins in Kolhapur, Pune, and other regions.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections see a compressed 10-day campaign. Candidates scramble for voter attention as big parties gain an edge. Read how the race against time unfolds.
Nagpur's civic body elections face a logistical nightmare as voting on Jan 15 and counting on Jan 16 leave no room for rest or preparation. Officials call it a 'hodgepodge' that benefits big parties.
In a significant pre-poll development, seven candidates from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena have been declared winners unopposed in the Thane Municipal Corporation elections. Read the full details and implications.
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.
Mohali Municipal Corporation launches a strict drive against property tax defaulters. Major commercial & industrial units face sealing & auction if dues not cleared in 3-day grace period. Pay now to avoid action.