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Former Nashik Mayors Murtadak, Patil Join Shiv Sena

In a major pre-poll move, former Nashik mayors Ashok Murtadak and Dashrath Patil joined Shiv Sena in Mumbai. This political shift, ahead of the Jan 15 NMC election, is set to alter the electoral landscape. Read more.

5 BRS Corporators in Khammam Defect to Congress

In a major pre-election boost, five BRS corporators from Khammam Municipal Corporation joined the Congress party on Monday. The move signals shifting political equations in Telangana's urban local bodies.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader defects to BJP in Solapur

In a major setback, Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Solapur district president Ganesh Wankar switched to BJP, filing his nomination last-minute. This move leaves the MVA without candidates for four seats in Ward 6. Get the full story.

NCP Factions Ally in Pune, Hint at Larger Reunion

After a bitter split, Sharad and Ajit Pawar's NCP groups form an alliance for Pune's civic polls. Political analysts see this as a potential first step towards a larger reconciliation in Maharashtra politics. Read more.

NCP (SP) Faces Disintegration in Mumbai Ahead of BMC Elections

Sharad Pawar's NCP suffers major setbacks in Mumbai as city unit chief Rakhi Jadhav joins BJP and other leaders defect to Ajit Pawar's faction. Political observers cite alliance failures and poor management as key reasons. Read the full analysis.

Pune Civic Polls: NCP Alliance Talks Collapse

Alliance talks between NCP and Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) for Pune Municipal Corporation elections have failed. The deadlock occurred over the demand to use the 'clock' symbol. The NCP(SP) has now rushed back to the MVA fold for seat-sharing discussions.

Prakash Mahajan, Ex-MNS Leader, Joins Shinde's Shiv Sena

Former MNS leader Prakash Mahajan, brother of late BJP leader Pramod Mahajan, has joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction, marking a significant shift in Maharashtra's political landscape ahead of the state elections.

Why India's Anti-Defection Law Needs Urgent Reforms

India's 1985 Anti-Defection Law is failing to curb political horse-trading. Explore the loopholes, recent controversies, and crucial reforms needed to save parliamentary democracy. Read more.

KTR Dares CM Revanth for Bypoll Over Defected MLAs

BRS leader KT Rama Rao challenges Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to make 10 defected MLAs resign and seek a fresh mandate. He criticizes the Congress's tactics and cites BRS's panchayat poll victory in Sircilla.

Speaker Dismisses BRS Petitions, Cites Party Dues

Telangana Assembly Speaker rejects disqualification petitions against 10 BRS MLAs, citing continued collection of party funds as proof of membership. BRS alleges bias. Details inside.

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