Nashik deploys 2,700 extra police for civic polls
Nashik police ramps up security with 1,800 home guards and 900 personnel for NMC elections. Key areas like Cidco and Panchavati under strict watch. Read for full bandobast details.
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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.
Chandigarh Mayoral Election on Jan 29: Key Details
Chandigarh's mayoral election is scheduled for January 29. A detailed SOP ensures transparency with show-of-hands voting, continuous videography, and strict security protocols. Read the full guidelines.
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.
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.
Freebies Surge in Pune as Municipal Polls Near
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 PMC polls: Land, cars, foreign trips used as voter bait
Pune's civic elections witness a new low as candidates offer land plots, SUVs, and Thailand trips in lucky draws. Analysts warn of a transactional democracy. Explore the shocking campaign strategies.
Rajasthan Raises Spending Caps for Panchayat, Civic Polls
Rajasthan's State Election Commission has significantly increased expenditure limits for candidates in panchayat and urban local body elections. New campaign vehicle restrictions also announced.
Venkaiah Naidu cautions against freebies, praises Vajpayee legacy
Former VP M Venkaiah Naidu warns freebies disempower people, stresses on quality education & healthcare. He recalls Atal Bihari Vajpayee's dignified politics. Read more.
Nitish Kumar's historic 10th term in Bihar reaffirmed
Bihar's 2025 verdict cements CM Nitish Kumar's legacy with a record 10th term. His JD(U) nearly doubles its tally as BJP remains the larger ally. Read about the freebies and infra push shaping the state.
Maharashtra Council Results: NCP, BJP Win in Akola, Washim
NCP and BJP secure key victories in the 2025 Maharashtra municipal council elections for Akola and Washim districts. Full results and analysis here.
Nagpur NMC Election Schedule Triggers Political Churn
The State Election Commission's announcement of Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls has reignited political activity. Former corporators are hitting the streets to reconnect with voters after two years of administrator's rule. Read more.
Pune Local Body Vote Counting Begins Sunday at 10 AM
Pune district gears up for vote counting of 14 municipal councils and 3 nagar panchayats on Sunday. 914 staff deployed with tight security. Get the latest updates here.
Nagpur civic polls cost surges to Rs 20 crore for 2026
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's election budget for 2026 hits Rs 20 crore, a 165% jump from 2017. Rising fuel, manpower, and material costs drive the steep increase. Read the full breakdown.
Punjab Local Body Election 2025 Results LIVE: Vote Count Begins
Follow live updates, ward-wise results, and party leads as counting begins for Punjab's Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections. Get real-time trends from all districts.
Madurai inspects colleges for 2026 election counting centres
Madurai collector inspects colleges for alternate 2026 assembly vote counting centres after HC barred use of medical college. Details on facilities checked and officials involved.
Maharashtra Civic Polls Set, BJP Mobilizes, Legal Issues in Chandrapur
State Election Commission announces civic body polls in Maharashtra, ending long waits. BJP begins candidate selection, while legal questions over reservations arise in Chandrapur. Read the full analysis.
Punjab's Atta-Dal Expansion Hits Funds Roadblock
Punjab's AAP government stalls plan to add sugar, tea leaves & mustard oil to Atta-Dal scheme from 2026 due to financial burden. Details on the Rs 1000 crore hurdle inside.
Delhi MCD Election Results 2025: BJP Triumphs
BJP sweeps Delhi MCD elections 2025 with 126 seats, AAP gets 55, Congress 9. Full ward-wise winners list and analysis of the capital's political shift.
Bajpe, Kinnigoli Panchayat Polls Schedule Out
The State Election Commission announces the schedule for Bajpe and Kinnigoli town panchayat elections in Dakshina Kannada. Voting on Dec 21, counting on Dec 24. Get all key dates here.
Maharashtra SEC defers local polls over symbol irregularities
Maharashtra State Election Commission postpones elections in multiple wards after returning officers illegally allotted symbols, compromising the electoral process. New polling date set for Dec 20.
Bengal BLOs Press for Compensation Over Work Pressure
West Bengal's Booth Level Officers demand compensation, accusing Election Commission of ignoring their work pressure. Read about their grievances and EC's security measures.
Political Freebies Signal Collapse of Ambition: Subbarao
Former RBI Governor Duvvuri Subbarao warns competitive populism through election freebies threatens India's fiscal health. Read why we need spending limits now.
Election Promises Push Indian States to Fiscal Brink
Indian states face severe fiscal strain as election welfare spending surges, with Bihar's schemes costing 4% of GDP. Capital expenditure lags while deficits rise across poll-bound states. Read analysis.
80% Bihar candidates forfeit deposits in election rout
Shocking Bihar election results reveal 8 in 10 candidates lost deposits, with Jan Suraaj suffering near-total wipeout. NDA maintains perfect record while newcomers struggle.
Jubilee Hills, Nuapada By-Election Results Today
Live updates from Telangana's Jubilee Hills and Odisha's Nuapada by-election results 2025. Counting begins for seats vacated after MLAs' deaths. Key contests between BRS, BJP, Congress.
Jubilee Hills, Nuapada By-Election Results 2025
Get the date, time, and live streaming details for the Jubilee Hills and Nuapada by-election results 2025. Know the key candidates and voter turnout figures.
JNUSU Election 2025: Left-ABVP Neck and Neck
Thrilling neck-and-neck contest unfolds in JNU Student Union elections as Left-backed groups and ABVP compete for key positions. Stay updated with live results and analysis from one of India's most politically significant campuses.
Budgam Bypoll: Postal Ballot & Home Voting Begin
Election Commission initiates special voting facilities for senior citizens and PwD voters in Budgam assembly bypoll. Postal ballot process underway with dedicated reception centres.
Virginia Lt. Gov. Tears Up After Shock Election Defeat
Virginia's Republican Lt. Governor Earle Sears emotionally broke down during a live interview after losing his re-election bid to Democratic challenger. Watch the heartbreaking moment that has gone viral.
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