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.
A review of Nagpur Municipal Corporation election affidavits reveals incomplete, unreadable documents, raising serious questions about voter transparency. Read the full investigation.
Campaigning for Maharashtra's municipal elections heats up as BJP, Shiv Sena, NCP, and Congress strategize. Get the latest updates on key battles and political reactions.
Congress released its Kolhapur Municipal Corporation manifesto, promising free bus rides for female students, women's health cover, and tax reforms. BJP questions timing. Read the full agenda.
A major fire caused by an electrical short circuit gutted a house in Kolhapur's Rajarampuri, resulting in an estimated loss of Rs 15 lakh. Swift action by firefighters prevented a larger tragedy in the densely populated area.
Familiar faces from state and national elections are contesting the Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, bringing experience and shifting alliances to ward-level battles. Discover the key candidates and their strategies.
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.
Ahead of the January 15 PMC elections, major political parties are fielding husband-wife, mother-son duos to secure family legacies. Discover the fascinating combinations shaping Pune's political landscape.
MNS leader Amit Thackeray demands CM & DCMs see how candidates are pressured to withdraw. This follows the murder of MNS worker Balasaheb Saravade in Kolhapur over nomination dispute.
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.
In a historic shift, 14 women are contesting open seats in Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, challenging male dominance. Will this confidence translate into seats? Read more.
With just 10 days to campaign for Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections, political parties focus on hyper-local door-to-door canvassing and padyatras. Read how the campaign strategy has shifted.
Maharashtra State Election Commission orders probe after 68 Mahayuti candidates win unopposed in municipal corporation polls. Details on the controversy and political reactions inside.
Mahayuti alliance secures 64 seats uncontested in Maharashtra municipal corporation elections ahead of January 15 polling. Key wins in Kolhapur, Pune, and other regions.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections see a compressed 10-day campaign. Candidates scramble for voter attention as big parties gain an edge. Read how the race against time unfolds.
Rebel candidates in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections go 'unreachable' to avoid withdrawal pressure. 543 candidates remain after 274 withdrawals. Key details inside.
Congress MLC Satej Patil accuses Maharashtra govt of failing Kolhapur despite 3-year administrator rule. Announces 15-day public agenda drive for civic polls, opposes power tariff hike.
Rebel candidates in Kolhapur go 'unreachable' to avoid party pressure. 543 remain for 81 wards after 274 withdrawals. BJP claims success in Solapur. Get the full story on the municipal election dynamics.
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.
Kolhapur district saw a sharp rise in road accident deaths towards 2025 end, with 368 fatalities. Authorities focus on night construction hazards and launch a month-long safety drive.
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.
The Congress-VBA alliance faces a major setback ahead of Mumbai BMC polls, struggling to find suitable candidates for 16 key seats. Read about the internal challenges and political implications.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections heat up as 1,286 candidates remain after withdrawals. BJP and Congress scramble to manage rebellions that could decide key prabhag contests. Get the full analysis.
With 14 days left for Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections, candidates start door-to-door campaigns, seek blessings at Mahalaxmi Temple. Read about the key promises and political strategies.
Kolhapur police enforced strict New Year's Eve vigil, setting up 35 checkpoints. 135 drunk drivers faced action, with Rs 50,000 in fines collected. Excise department cracked down on liquor smuggling.
Kolhapur's rural schools introduce 'Pink Rooms' for menstrual hygiene, offering privacy, pads, and health info. Initiative aims to reduce the 7% girl dropout rate in Maharashtra. Read how this safe space is changing lives.
Vimannagar residents demand action on encroachments, water, noise pollution, and road digging from PMC poll candidates. Their vote hinges on written commitments with timelines.
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.
A total of 813 candidates have filed nominations for the 81-seat Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections. Scrutiny led to 21 disqualifications, mirroring 2015's high contestant numbers. Read the latest updates.
Ahead of Nashik Municipal Corporation elections on Jan 15, BJP drops 34 former corporators, fields 22 defectors from rival parties. Party focuses on 'winnability' to target 100+ seats.
Nashik and Kolhapur saw massive police arrangements to prevent drunk driving and ensure safety on New Year's Eve. Over 1,000 home guards were deployed. Read about the security measures and community initiatives.