Nagpur Civic Polls: Flawed Affidavits Raise Transparency Concerns
A review of Nagpur Municipal Corporation election affidavits reveals incomplete, unreadable documents, raising serious questions about voter transparency. Read the full investigation.
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Nagpur Poll Lapse: Ineligible Candidate Stays in Fray
A major procedural lapse in Nagpur civic polls allowed a candidate with four children to contest, violating Maharashtra's two-child norm. The oversight emerged after the objection deadline passed.
Mumbai Civic Polls: 8 Candidates Move HC Over Nomination
Eight candidates, including from MNS and Congress, petition Bombay High Court alleging their nominations for Jan 15 Mumbai civic election were not accepted. They seek urgent hearing.
BMC Makes Essay Mandatory for All 2,516 Election Candidates
In a historic BMC election move, all 2,516 candidates had to submit a 100-500 word essay on local development plans. The rule, first used in 2018 bypolls, divided political aspirants. Read the full story.
Bombay HC Petition Challenges 68 Unopposed Civic Poll Wins
A petition in the Bombay High Court contests the unopposed election of 68 MahaYuti corporators in Maharashtra civic polls. The petitioner demands a time-bound court-monitored probe. Read the latest developments.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Teachers Protest NMC's Flawed Appointments
Nagpur Municipal Corporation election arrangements face backlash as teachers report duplicate appointments and illogical orders. Demands for action grow. Read the full story.
Thackeray: Cancel 68 Unopposed Civic Poll Wins
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray demands cancellation of 68 unopposed civic poll wins, calling it a 'robbery' of Gen Z's voting rights. He alleges misuse of power and threats to candidates.
69 Win Unopposed in Maharashtra Civic Polls, SEC Probes
Maharashtra SEC halts results for 69 unopposed civic poll wins, seeks reports on potential coercion. BJP leads with 44 seats, Shinde Sena 22. Opposition cries foul. Read details.
LPG Cylinder Most Sought Symbol in Nagpur Civic Polls
In Nagpur's civic elections, the humble LPG cylinder has become the top free symbol, chosen by over 50 independent candidates to connect with voters, especially women, on kitchen budget issues. Read more.
Nagpur NMC Elections: Compressed Schedule Sparks Fairness Concerns
Nagpur's civic body elections face a logistical nightmare as voting on Jan 15 and counting on Jan 16 leave no room for rest or preparation. Officials call it a 'hodgepodge' that benefits big parties.
NMMC Serves Notices to 200+ Staff for Missing Election Training
Over 200 Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation employees face disciplinary action for missing compulsory election training. NMMC issues strict warning to ensure smooth civic polls.
Ajit Pawar defends NCP's tickets to candidates with criminal cases
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.
SEC to Probe Unopposed Wins in Maharashtra Civic Polls
Maharashtra SEC will investigate if pressure or allurement led to unopposed elections in 29 municipal corporations. Polls set for Jan 15, results on Jan 16. Details inside.
BMC Polls: Rs 15 Lakh Limit, Daily Expense Accounts Must
Mumbai BMC election candidates must now keep daily expense accounts from nomination day. A Rs 15 lakh spending cap and new rate card aim for transparency. Full details inside.
BJP denies tickets to 40% of its Mumbai corporators
BJP denies BMC election tickets to nearly 40% of its 2017 corporators. The move to bring in new faces triggers mixed reactions, with some joining rivals. Read the full story.
Pune Vimannagar Citizens' Charter Sets Poll Demands
Vimannagar residents demand action on encroachments, water, noise pollution, and road digging from PMC poll candidates. Their vote hinges on written commitments with timelines.
33,606 Nominations for 2,869 Civic Seats in Maharashtra
Maharashtra civic polls see massive rush with 33,606 nominations for 2,869 seats. Pune tops the list. Final candidate list by Jan 3. Explore the reasons behind the surge.
Jalandhar Mayor Lists Key Projects, Vows Swifter Civic Reforms
Jalandhar Mayor Jagdish Raja reviews major civic projects completed in his first year, pledges faster reforms and infrastructure upgrades for 2026. Read his full vision for the city.
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Struggling with essay deadlines? Learn 5 proven strategies to plan, draft, and refine winning essays quickly and effectively. Boost your scores with smart time management!
Maharashtra Civic Poll Ticket Chaos Erupts in Nashik
Disgruntled BJP ticket aspirants chased vehicles carrying nomination forms in Nashik, highlighting the intense internal strife plaguing Maharashtra parties ahead of civic polls. Read the full report on the unfolding political drama.
Nagpur Civic Polls See Last-Minute Nomination Rush
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.
Tatiana Schlossberg, Caroline Kennedy's Daughter, Dies at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, daughter of Caroline Kennedy, dies at 35 after battling acute myeloid leukaemia. In a poignant essay, she criticised health policies of cousin RFK Jr. Read her powerful story.
Nagpur Civic Polls: 194 Free Symbols for Independents
Nagpur's civic elections see 194 free symbols, from fruits to gadgets, for Independents. Symbol allocation on Jan 3 could reshape local politics. Read more on the unique poll battle.
Governance and Political Churn Shape Kapurthala's Civic Issues
Explore how governance challenges and political realignments in Kapurthala are impacting local civic discourse, from infrastructure woes to public discontent. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Nomination Filings Slow, Parties Hold Back
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.
NCP Alliance Talks for Pune Civic Polls Hit Dead End
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.
79 NMMC staff face action for skipping election duty
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation issues notices to 79 officers absent from election duty. Commissioner warns of police case if they fail to report. Read details on the upcoming civic polls.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Rush for Forms, No Nominations Yet
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.
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.
Maharashtra Civic Poll Results: Counting Begins for 286 Bodies
Maharashtra awaits results of 286 municipal council & nagar panchayat polls, a key political signal before BMC elections. Get live updates on turnout, clashes, and outcomes.
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