BJP delays its first candidate list for Pune Municipal Corporation polls to manage internal dissent and finalize a seat-sharing pact with Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena. Over 2,300 aspirants interviewed.
Gangster Bandu Andekar, escorted by police, attempted to file nomination for PMC polls but failed due to incomplete documents. His family members also could not submit papers. Details inside.
Water supply in Pune's Kothrud-Karvenagar & Baner-Balewadi areas disrupted for 2nd day. PMC repairs 1000mm pipeline. Supply to resume fully by Sunday. Tankers deployed. Read details.
With only 48 hours left, Nagpur's civic election scene remains subdued as political parties tightly control nominations. Over 6,400 forms procured but only 21 filed, revealing intense behind-the-scenes bargaining. Read the full analysis.
Mumbai's BMC 2026 election process sees 44 nominations filed. SEC mandates toilet usage certificate for candidates. Strict training compulsory for poll staff. Details inside.
Ponda Municipal Council identifies 12 pay parking spots to combat severe traffic snarls. Fees set at Rs 5/hr for two-wheelers, Rs 10/hr for four-wheelers. Read the full plan here.
Ponda Municipal Council introduces pay parking at 12 key locations, charging Rs 5/hr for two-wheelers and Rs 10/hr for four-wheelers, aiming to reduce long-term parking and traffic jams.
Gangster Bandu Andekar & family, accused in Ayush Komkar murder, filed incomplete PMC poll nominations from prison. Court allowed bid with conditions. Details inside.
Shiv Sena workers in Pune protest after BJP offers just 15 seats for the 165-seat PMC polls. Party leaders convey disappointment to Eknath Shinde. Read the full story on the alliance tensions.
Nominations for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections surge, with 24 candidates filing papers. Key dates: Scrutiny on Dec 31, withdrawal by Jan 2. Get the latest updates on the civic polls.
Patna Municipal Corporation sets up 953 beds in shelters with food & blankets as temperatures plummet. Over 10,761 people have taken refuge. Read how the city is battling the cold wave.
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.
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.
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.
Aam Aadmi Party announces solo run for Pune Municipal Corporation elections, focusing on development. Kejriwal, Mann, Sisodia named star campaigners. Details inside.
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.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections see massive demand for nomination forms, but uncertainty over party tickets delays filings. Key zones like Hanuman Nagar lead the rush. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation sees massive rush as poll aspirants scramble for voter list copies before holidays. Officials deploy police, candidates demand decentralisation. Read more.
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.
Three candidates filed nominations for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections on the second day. Total forms sold reached 3,705. Key alliances yet to finalize seat-sharing. Read for all details.
A record 3,170 nomination forms sold in two days for CSMC elections. AAP, AIMIM join fray as major parties finalize seat-sharing. Read the latest political developments.
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?
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.
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.
The nomination process for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections began with just one candidate filing papers. Over 1,700 forms sold as major alliances finalize seat-sharing. Key dates inside.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation election process begins after 3-year administrator rule. 1,992 nomination forms collected on first day. Read about the political buzz and key zones.
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 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.
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.
BMC commits to a transparent 2026 civic election process. Key details on nominations, voter rolls, and the model code of conduct revealed. Read the full update.