Mumbai's sprawling L Ward sees intense BMC election battles with last-minute defections, political debutants, and rebellion over seat-sharing between Shiv Sena and BJP. Explore the key contests.
With Pune Municipal Corporation polls days away, political parties witness a flurry of defections. Key leaders from Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress join BJP and NCP, setting the stage for intense multi-cornered contests. Read the full story.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation reviews action plan for Swachh Survekshan 2025-26. Focus on waste management, citizen feedback, and improving last year's ranking. Read the full strategy.
Bombay High Court directs Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation to inspect and act on an alleged illegal structure linked to a former Shiv Sena corporator. The court order came after a petition by a political rival. Read the full details.
Ahead of key civic elections, the BJP takes strict disciplinary action, expelling 27 functionaries in Jalgaon and suspending 28 in Solapur for anti-party activities. Get the full details here.
In a significant pre-poll shift, former CPI(M) member V R Ramakrishnan and Left sympathiser Reji Lukose joined the BJP in Kerala on Thursday, ahead of the crucial April elections. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
Expelled AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam's camp suffers another blow as former MLAs A Subburathinam and K Balagangadharan defect to DMK, citing his 'wait and watch' policy. More details inside.
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.
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.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation's purchase of branded cricket shoes for corporators sparks controversy. Mayor Pinki Soni approved only one pair, but officials tried for two. Read the full story.
The UDF secured a clear majority in all eight standing committees of the Kochi Corporation without voting. Key chairperson candidates named. Full details on the election process and LDF's absence dispute inside.
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation collected ₹510 crore in property tax last fiscal. With new assessments and revised structures, it aims for ₹600 crore this year. Read how they plan to achieve it.
New Dhanbad Municipal Commissioner Ashish Gangwar outlines a roadmap focused on timely project execution, revenue generation, and tech-driven sanitation to improve quality of life for residents.
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.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launches an intensive door-to-door campaign with 60 teams to enforce waste segregation at source. Learn about the fines and the city's green initiative.
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.
Maharashtra BJP President Chandrashekhar Bawankule claims the NCP pioneered political defections in the state, sparking a war of words. Read the full political controversy.
Amritsar receives a major Rs 15 crore grant for crucial water supply and sewerage system upgrades. Learn how this funding will improve city infrastructure and public health.
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.
Odisha government initiates public consultation to expand Bhubaneswar and Berhampur municipal corporations. Puri officially declared a metropolitan city for planned development. Details inside.
Patna's municipal water supply is now confirmed safe, meeting all quality norms. Authorities are conducting rigorous inspections and upgrading infrastructure to ensure clean water. Read the full report.
BJP's Bokaro unit announces a major protest on January 7, demanding immediate municipal elections in Jharkhand and electoral reforms. Leaders Bauri and Narayan lead the charge.
Mahayuti alliance secures 64 seats uncontested in Maharashtra municipal corporation elections ahead of January 15 polling. Key wins in Kolhapur, Pune, and other regions.
Chandigarh administration decides to retain the existing 35 municipal wards, postponing delimitation. The move awaits final approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Read for details.
GVMC cancels flawed tender for Mudasarlova horse-riding centre, orders probe & recovery of Rs 3 crore advance. New tender to involve private investment, no public funds. Details here.
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.
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.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation outlines a Rs 1,715 crore budget for 2026-27, seeking a substantial grant-in-aid. Read the full financial plan and projections here.