Maharashtra Civic Polls: 3.48 Crore Voters Cast Ballots Today
Maharashtra votes today for 29 municipal corporations including BMC. Polling runs from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm with results on January 16. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and other cities.
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Akola's 2017 Municipal Election: Key Political Moments
The 2017 elections for the Akola Municipal Corporation saw intense political competition, shaping local governance in Maharashtra. This article revisits the key events and outcomes from that period.
Nagpur Civic Polls: BJP Seeks Fourth Term Amid Voter Fatigue
Nagpur votes for a new civic body after nine years. The BJP seeks a fourth straight term, but voter fatigue and opposition strategies shape a high-stakes contest.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Two New Municipal Corporations to Vote
Maharashtra prepares for civic polls in two newly formed municipal corporations this year, marking a significant expansion in local governance.
Maharashtra Civic Polls 2026: Voting Starts Thursday
Maharashtra's 29 municipal corporations vote on January 15. Mumbai's BMC election features a three-cornered fight. Over 34.8 million voters will decide 15,931 candidates' fate.
Mumbai Harbour Line AC Local Services Return Jan 26
Central Railway reintroduces AC local trains on Harbour line with 14 services, including peak-hour trips. Western Railway also adds AC services by converting existing trains.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Complex Alliances and Solo Contests
Maharashtra's municipal elections see state-level alliances crumbling, replaced by local deals and solo fights across cities like Mumbai and Pune.
Mumbai Ward 90: Diverse Voters, Local Issues Drive Contest
Kalina's Ward 90 in Mumbai presents a unique electoral battle with nine candidates vying for over 40,000 votes. Local civic problems like water contamination, illegal parking, and eviction threats dominate the campaign over party ideology.
Channi's Growing Presence Fuels 2027 Punjab CM Face Talk
Ex-CM Charanjit Channi's active ground outreach & viral social media songs spark debate on his role as Congress's 2027 Punjab face. Analysis of rural poll results & political momentum.
Shiv Sena, NCP Unite in Ambernath to Keep BJP Out
Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar's NCP join forces with an independent to stake claim in Ambernath Municipal Council, reshaping Maharashtra's local politics. Read the full story.
Shiv Sena-NCP Form Group in Ambernath Council
In a new political twist, Shiv Sena and NCP join forces with an independent in Ambernath municipal council to keep BJP away from power. Get the latest details.
Shiv Sena, NCP Form Group in Ambernath to Keep BJP Out
In a new political twist, Shiv Sena and NCP have formed a group in Ambernath Municipal Council to keep BJP away from power. The move follows a hung verdict in the recent elections.
Ambernath Setback: 4 NCP Councillors Shift to Shiv Sena
In a major twist in Maharashtra local body politics, four NCP councillors in Ambernath have pledged support to Shiv Sena, dealing a blow to BJP's ambitions. Read the full story.
JD(S)-BJP Local Polls Alliance Yet to Be Finalised
HD Kumaraswamy states the JD(S)-BJP alliance for Karnataka's local bodies elections is pending a final decision. Leaders from both parties will resolve issues. Read the latest updates.
BC Reservation in Hyderabad Civic Polls to Rise to 34%
Backward Classes set for 34% quota in Hyderabad municipal elections, a major rise from 20% in panchayat polls. Final voters' list for 123 local bodies to be published on January 10. Read the full story.
Fadnavis Criticizes BJP-Congress Alliance in Ambernath
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis calls BJP's local body alliance with Congress 'unacceptable', sparking major political controversy. Details inside.
Fadnavis Hails BJP's Dominant Local Polls Performance
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis claims BJP's seat tally in recent local polls is double that of all other parties combined, attributing success to a development-focused campaign. Read more.
BJP Workers Lock Candidate to Stop Nomination Withdrawal
In a dramatic Nagpur civic poll incident, BJP workers locked their own candidate inside his house to prevent him from withdrawing his nomination. Details inside.
Karnataka Local Body Polls to Be Held This Year: Shivakumar
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar confirms all pending local body elections, including Zilla and Taluk Panchayats, will be conducted in 2026. Get the latest updates on the election schedule and political preparations.
Karnataka Local Body Elections Scheduled for 2026
Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar announces all local body polls will be held together in 2026. The decision aims to streamline governance and ensure uniform development across the state.
CPI Slams Vijayan's 'Hobnobbing' with Vellappally Natesan
CPI openly criticizes Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's association with Hindu leader Vellappally Natesan, blaming anti-minority remarks for LDF's local poll losses. Read the full story.
CPI's Viswam Calls LDF Poll Setback a 'Clear Warning'
CPI state secretary Binoy Viswam analyses LDF's local election setback, calls for introspection and corrective steps. He pledges home visits from Jan 15-30 and vows no compromise on Sabarimala probe. Read more.
Congress Offers Post to BJP MLA's Son in Nagpur
Congress MLC Abhijeet Wanjarri invites Rohit Khopde, son of BJP MLA Krishna Khopde, to join Congress and promises a key Youth Congress position. He also criticizes BJP's ticket distribution in Nagpur local body polls.
CPI: LDF's Kerala Poll Defeat is a People's Warning
CPI state secretary Binoy Viswam stated the Left Democratic Front's loss in Kerala's local body elections serves as a public warning. Read the analysis and political implications.
V Priyadarshini elected Thiruvananthapuram panchayat chief
V Priyadarshini elected as Thiruvananthapuram district panchayat president. LDF candidate secured 15 votes, defeating UDF's Agnes Rani. Read about the new leadership's priorities.
Punjab Parties Clash Over Ward Delimitation for 2026 Polls
Political activists in Bathinda, Barnala, and Mansa raise strong objections to ward delimitation and reservation roster changes for the upcoming 2026 Urban Local Bodies elections. Read the full details.
BJP's Vijayendra on Karnataka Alliance, Responds to Deve Gowda
BJP Karnataka chief BY Vijayendra clarifies his party's stand on local body election alliances, responding to JD(S) patriarch HD Deve Gowda. He asserts the party will follow the high command's decision.
Deve Gowda: JD(S)-BJP Alliance Tough for Civic Polls
JD(S) patriarch H D Deve Gowda states alliance with BJP is 'difficult' for urban local body polls but will continue for Assembly & Lok Sabha. Read the latest Karnataka political news.
21-Year-Old Woman Becomes Pala Municipal Chairperson
Diya Binu Pulikkakandam, 21, is now the municipal chairperson of Pala, Kerala. Her younger brother is also a council member, marking a significant family achievement in local politics.
Family Networks Dominate Nagpur Local Body Elections
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.
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