Freebies Surge in Pune as Municipal Polls Near
As PMC elections approach, candidates offer land draws, bicycles, and pilgrimage tours. NCP's Tingre gives land to women, while BJP's Patil offers trips. Experts warn this distracts from civic issues.
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Pune residents fight noise, traffic from unchecked pubs
Pune's residential areas like Kalyaninagar & Baner face chaos from pubs in housing zones. Residents cite noise, safety issues & crippled infrastructure. Read about their fight for peace.
Wagholi's 40-point charter for PMC polls
Ahead of PMC elections, Wagholi residents demand solutions for water, traffic, and infrastructure. Their 40-point charter seeks accountability from corporators for a better quality of life.
Tamil Nadu's 2025-26 Synchronized Bird Census Begins
Tamil Nadu initiates a synchronized bird census in two phases, covering wetlands and terrestrial areas. The count is crucial for conservation efforts. Read the full details.
AAP to contest all 165 PMC seats alone, releases candidate list
Aam Aadmi Party announces solo run for Pune Municipal Corporation elections, focusing on development. Kejriwal, Mann, Sisodia named star campaigners. Details inside.
Pune Civic Polls See Land, SUV, Thailand Trip as Voter Lure
Pune's civic polls witness unprecedented campaign strategies with candidates offering land plots, SUVs, and Thailand trips in lucky draws. Analysts warn of a transactional democracy. Read more.
BJP to release PMC candidate list, Sena awaits seat share
BJP gears up to finalize candidates for Pune civic polls, aiming for 100+ seats. Shiv Sena expresses discontent over delayed seat-sharing talks. Get the latest political updates from Pune.
Shiv Sena (UBT) loses 9 ex-corporators in Pune to BJP, Congress, NCP
Shiv Sena (UBT) confronts a major challenge in Pune as most of its former corporators defect to BJP, Congress, and NCP ahead of the crucial PMC elections. Can Uddhav's camp recover?
Pune NCP(SP) MLA in panel as son joins BJP, sparks row
NCP(SP) members in Pune demand MLA Bapu Pathare's removal from candidate selection panel after his son joins BJP, citing conflict of interest. State leadership refuses.
5,098 nomination forms collected for Pune civic polls
A total of 5,098 nomination forms were collected across Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal areas on the first day. No formal filings yet as parties finalize candidates. Details inside.
Pune Civic Polls: Parties Delay Lists to Stop Defections
Major political parties in Pune are holding back candidate announcements for the January 15 PMC elections to prevent rebellion and poaching. Nomination filing begins Tuesday. Read the full strategy.
Pune civic body to earn Rs 200cr from new building permits
Pune Municipal Corporation expects Rs 200 crore yearly revenue from building permissions in merged villages, easing financial strain and funding crucial infrastructure like sewage and water projects. Read more.
PMC, PCMC Poll Nomination Process Starts Tuesday
Nomination filing for Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections begins December 24. Parties finalize alliances as 15 PMC and 8 PCMC offices open for candidates. Read key details.
Bitter BJP-NCP battle looms for Pune, PCMC 2026 polls
The 2026 civic elections in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad are set for a fierce contest between BJP and NCP. With poaching of leaders and delayed polls, the political duel intensifies. Read the full analysis.
Pune Residents Demand Basic Civic Facilities Before Elections
Residents of Pisoli, Undri, Mohammadwadi & NIBM Road in Pune demand water, roads & sewage before PMC elections. Read their charter of demands.
Pune Political Exodus: NCP, Sena Leaders Join BJP Before Polls
In a major pre-poll boost for BJP, several key leaders from NCP, NCP (SP), and Shiv Sena (UBT) joined the party in Mumbai. The move, just weeks before PMC nominations, reshapes Pune's political landscape. Read more.
PMC Polls: Candidates Prepare Detailed Manifestos for Voters
With less than a month for PMC elections, aspirants across parties are finalizing manifestos focusing on water, health, and traffic. Read how they plan to connect with Pune's voters.
Patna road upgrade triggers 1.5x property tax hike for 5,000 homes
Patna Municipal Corporation reclassifies 19 roads, raising residential & commercial property taxes. Over 5,000 households affected. Door-to-door campaign for compliance starts Monday.
Pune's 678 Missing Road Links Cause Traffic Chaos
Pune faces severe traffic jams due to 678 incomplete 'missing link' roads. PMC prioritizes 33 projects, but land acquisition hurdles delay solutions. Read how this impacts daily commutes.
Haryana Health Dept: 5,384 Posts Vacant, Rural Areas Hit Hard
Haryana faces a severe healthcare staff shortage with 5,384 vacant posts. While the govt claims alternative arrangements, gaps in rural delivery raise concerns. Read the full district-wise breakdown.
Over 2000 BJP aspirants for 165 PMC seats
BJP in Pune is overwhelmed with over 2000 ticket aspirants for the 165 PMC corporator seats. The party, confident after recent electoral wins, treads carefully to finalize candidates and avoid rebellion before the January 15 polls.
Pune's Kamala Nehru Hospital gets 100 beds, 17 doctors
Pune Municipal Corporation boosts Kamala Nehru Hospital with 100 new beds, 17 specialist doctors, and 60 sanitation workers to meet NMC norms and reduce referrals to Sassoon. Read about the major healthcare upgrade.
Pune: 10 PMC wards have over 1 lakh voters each
With 10 of Pune's 41 wards having over one lakh registered voters, candidates face a tight two-week campaign window for the January 15 civic polls. Key challenges in merged areas highlighted.
Woman killed by PMC garbage truck in Patna, driver absconding
A 30-year-old woman died after being run over by a PMC garbage truck in Patna's Jakkhanpur Mor. The driver is absconding. Read the full details of the tragic incident and ongoing investigation.
Susie Wiles: Trump Chief's $10M Net Worth & Vanity Fair Row
Explore the $10 million net worth and controversial Vanity Fair interview of Susie Wiles, Donald Trump's influential Chief of Staff. Discover her career and the fallout.
Nanasaheb Peshwa Memorial in Pune Faces Neglect
Historians and descendants decry poor upkeep of Nanasaheb Peshwa's memorial in Pune. Garbage and anti-social elements plague the historic site. Calls for action ahead of December 16 birth anniversary.
Pune PMC Polls: Kalyani Nagar Group Presents Charter
Ahead of Pune's PMC elections on Jan 15, Kalyani Nagar residents demand action on waste, roads, and flooding. Citizens urge candidates to prioritize basic civic issues.
Lucknow's Urban Area Expands for Census 2027
Peripheral towns and villages near Lucknow will be included in the 2027 Census as part of the urban agglomeration, reflecting the city's growth. A similar approach will be adopted across Uttar Pradesh.
PMC's 15-day order: Install air sensors at construction sites
Pune Municipal Corporation mandates real-time air pollution sensors & LED indicators at large construction sites within 15 days. Non-compliance risks stop-work orders and fines. Learn the new rules.
MVA Parties Join Forces for Upcoming PMC Elections
MVA alliance partners Congress, NCP SP, and Shiv Sena (UBT) in Pune announce joint front for PMC polls to counter BJP. Talks with MNS underway. Details inside.
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