The Shiv Sena and BJP contest separately in Ulhasnagar civic polls, triggering last-minute defections and altering traditional political strongholds. Discover how local alliances are reshaping the battle.
BJP secures early victories in Kalyan-Dombivli civic polls as two women candidates elected unopposed. State leaders hail the success ahead of crucial municipal elections across Maharashtra.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's zonal offices witnessed a chaotic last-day scramble as 1,457 candidates filed nominations for civic polls. See the zone-wise breakdown and scenes from the ground.
Team Omie Kalani announces its 32 candidates will contest the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation elections on Shiv Sena's 'bow and arrow' symbol. This move aims to avoid voter confusion in a three-party alliance. Get the latest political developments here.
Nagpur's municipal elections show persistent low voter turnout around 50% for 20 years, despite party changes. Can new awareness drives break the cycle? Read more.
Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar announced a special squad to prevent gangsters from influencing the upcoming civic elections. This follows jailed gangster Bandu Andekar's family filing nominations. Read about the police crackdown.
As Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections near, political aspirants flock to astrologers & gem dealers for remedies & lucky muhurats. Read how astrology shapes poll strategy.
Kerala State Election Commission schedules standing committee elections for all local bodies from Jan 5-7, 2026. Details on committees, reservation, and voting process inside.
Kolhapur Municipal Corporation trains 3,245 polling staff across 20 wards for upcoming civic elections. Training focused on EVMs, code of conduct & transparency. Read details.
Nashik Municipal Corporation prepares for elections with 1,563 polling stations for 13.6 lakh voters. Discover key details about ward structure and voter surge. Read the full story.
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation expansion is now official. Will it remain a single mega body or split? Key political and administrative decisions ahead. Read more.
Crucial seat-sharing negotiations between NCP (SP) and NCP for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections have failed. Polling for 29 Maharashtra civic bodies is set for January 15.
Shiv Sena (UBT) suffers a major setback as four-time corporator and Kalyan district president Dhananjay Bodare, along with four others, joins BJP ahead of municipal polls. Read the full story.
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
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.
The BJP will contest all 78 seats in the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation elections independently. The split from Shiv Sena is due to its local alliance with rival Team Omie Kalani. Read more on the political showdown.
In Nagpur's Wadi and Godhani local polls, family equations proved decisive. A husband-wife duo won as corporators, while Congress and BJP relied on generational ties. Voters prioritized personal credibility over party lines.
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.
Nagpur's civic politics sees a shift as street activists, frustrated by 3 years of administrator rule, contest the January 15 NMC elections. Will their on-ground credibility translate into governance? Read more.
Chandigarh's municipal ward count remains at 35 as the delimitation committee finds no justification for change. Key details on the decision and its implications for local governance.
Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation directs MMRDA to demolish and reconstruct cracked roads at contractor's cost after quality failures. A third-party inspection by VJTI ordered.
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.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections enter a decisive phase as nominations open. With defections, internal strife, and intense preparations, the January 15 polls promise a major political showdown. Get the full timeline and key details here.
Nagpur gears up for civic elections on Jan 16, 2026, ending its longest spell of administrator rule since 2022. Over 24.8 lakh voters to decide the city's future.
Income Tax Dept establishes a 24/7 control room in Mumbai to curb money misuse in Maharashtra civic elections. Citizens can report unaccounted cash or inducements via WhatsApp, SMS, or email.
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.
BJP secured only six municipal council president posts in Amravati district, contrary to pre-poll claims. Congress and regional parties made significant gains. Get the full results and analysis here.
BJP faces backlash as all six members from a single family, including the presidential nominee, lose the Loha municipal council elections in Nanded. NCP sweeps the polls. Read the full analysis.
BJP emerged as the single largest party in Yavatmal's municipal council elections, but the president posts were split between BJP, Congress, and both Shiv Sena factions. Explore the detailed results and key contests.
A 55-year-old man from Indore was arrested in Ulhasnagar, Thane, for possessing 36.3 grams of mephedrone (MD) worth Rs 7.2 lakh. Police recovered the drug during a search on Friday. Read the full details.