The stage is set for a fierce BJP vs NCP battle in the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, with direct contests in 44 seats. Get the full seat-wise breakdown and political analysis here.
BJP state chief Ravindra Chavan hits back at NCP's Ajit Pawar over graft claims ahead of Pune civic polls. He cautions the ally against making statements that could 'create trouble'. Read the full political showdown.
After Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's scathing attack on BJP's Pimpri-Chinchwad rule, state BJP chief Ravindra Chavan avoids direct confrontation. Key details on the political showdown ahead of civic polls.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut calls for Ajit Pawar-led NCP to merge with Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) and exit the Mahayuti alliance amid corruption allegations. Read the full political drama.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar alleges PCMC is 'neck-deep in debt' after BJP's tenure, with deposits falling from Rs 4,400 crore. He cites poor planning, traffic chaos, and corruption. Read the full story.
Candidates across party lines in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal elections have begun intensive door-to-door campaigns, corner meetings, and targeted interactions to woo voters ahead of a crucial weekend.
In a major twist for Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls, Ajit Pawar's NCP joins forces with Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP). BJP contests solo. Read the full analysis of this multi-cornered fight.
Pimpri Chinchwad police sealed three spas in Sangvi and Hinjewadi for a year after uncovering flesh trade. Commissioner Vinoy Kumar Choubey's order marks continued action against illegal sex rackets.
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections witness a significant drop in candidates to 692, despite more political parties. BJP and NCP factions lead the high-stakes contest. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar defended NCP's decision to field candidates with criminal backgrounds for Pune civic polls, citing 'innocent until proven guilty'. He also promised a probe into PCMC irregularities if NCP wins.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated a memorial for late MLA Laxman Jagtap, crediting him with initiating over 50 major projects that transformed Pimpri Chinchwad. Read about his political legacy.
BJP's Ravi Landge secures uncontested victory in Pimpri Chinchwad's ward 6B after opponent withdraws. This marks his second consecutive unopposed win. Read about the political dynamics and nomination rejections shaping the civic polls.
Pimpri police hunt for an electronics showroom manager accused of stealing mobile phones and smart TVs worth Rs 13 lakh over two years. The fraud was uncovered during an internal audit.
Mohammad Hussain's NGO 'Real Men Real People' in Pune has reunited over 700 missing individuals with families, including a man missing for 4 years from Bihar and a constable's daughter from Karnataka. Read their inspiring stories.
NCP's Ajit Pawar confirms talks with Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena for an alliance in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic polls to avoid vote division. Polling on Jan 15.
Widespread discontent in Pune as BJP & NCP deny tickets to loyal workers, favoring new entrants from rival parties. Former corporators switch sides, contest as independents. Full details inside.
Pimpri Chinchwad crime branch cracks down on two interstate drug smuggling networks, seizing 86kg of ganja and arresting seven individuals. Read the full details of the operation.
Due to delayed AB form submissions and alliance talks, five candidates from BJP and Shiv Sena will contest as independents in the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections. Details inside.
As AI-driven cybercrime grows, Pimpri-Chinchwad Police lead Maharashtra in arrests & recovery. Commissioner Choubey warns of targeted scams & shares vital safety tips for citizens.
Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls turn into a five-cornered contest after last-minute alliance talks between major parties collapse. Key details on seat-sharing and independent contests inside.
Maharashtra's Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance collapses for Pimpri-Chinchwad civic polls. Shiv Sena (UBT) allies with MNS, Congress contests alone. NCP factions unite, BJP fights solo. Get full seat-sharing details.
The BJP and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena will contest the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation polls separately after last-minute seat-sharing talks collapsed. Get the full story on the failed alliance.
MVA alliance in Pimpri Chinchwad accuses NCP (SP) of betrayal after last-minute switch to Ajit Pawar's NCP. Seat-sharing reworked with Congress, MNS. Read the full political drama.
After prolonged negotiations, both NCP factions have sealed a seat-sharing pact for the crucial Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal corporation elections scheduled for January 15. Read the full details of this political tie-up.
Pimpri Chinchwad police arrest an externed criminal for allegedly raping a 40-year-old woman. A constable suspended for failing to monitor the accused during his externment period. Details inside.
Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) and Ajit Pawar's NCP forge a limited alliance for Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic elections, targeting BJP. Polls on Jan 15. Read the full story.
As NCP factions unite for PCMC elections, BJP leaders express confidence in a landslide victory, targeting over 100 seats. Key details on candidate selection and alliance talks inside.
In a significant political move, the Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar-led NCP factions announce an alliance for the Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune civic elections, marking a temporary reunion. Read the details and political implications.
In a significant political move, NCP and NCP(SP) have formed an alliance for the Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections. A similar attempt for Pune failed. Read the latest on Maharashtra politics.
Ajit Pawar's NCP announces a crucial alliance with Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) for the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, reuniting the party factions for the civic battle.