In a major political shift, two AAP councillors from Chandigarh have joined the BJP ahead of the mayoral polls. The move is expected to impact the power dynamics in the city's municipal corporation.
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.
Former Pune mayor Prashant Jagtap, unhappy over a possible NCP(SP)-NCP alliance for PMC polls, will declare his decision on Wednesday after a conference call with Supriya Sule. Read the full story.
Former Shiv Sena (UBT) corporators Prithviraj Sutar and Sanjay Bhosale join BJP in Pune. Move aims to consolidate party's voter base in Kothrud and Yerawada ahead of civic polls. Read more.
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.
Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray will announce their Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance for Mumbai civic polls. Seat-sharing details revealed. Read the full story here.
North Nagpur's Prabhag 7, known for split voting patterns, gears up for a fierce triangular contest between BSP, Congress, and BJP in the NMC elections. Key issues include broken infrastructure and civic neglect. Read more.
The Mahayuti alliance faces a seat-sharing impasse for the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation elections. Shiv Sena's Sanjay Shirsat blames BJP leaders for 'unrealistic' demands, casting doubt on the coalition's unity. Read the full story.
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.
The nomination process for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections began with just one candidate filing papers. Over 1,700 forms sold as major alliances finalize seat-sharing. Key dates inside.
Facing an influx of aspirants, the BJP in Nagpur adopts a 'wait-and-watch' strategy, delaying B-forms to manage internal ambition and prevent rebellion ahead of the NMC elections. Get the full story.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation election process begins after 3-year administrator rule. 1,992 nomination forms collected on first day. Read about the political buzz and key zones.
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.
Mormugao Municipal Council recovers Rs 5 crore in principal dues from IOCL. MMC chief officer insists on Rs 3.5 crore interest, funds to benefit employees and laborers. Read the full story.
BJP leaders downplay the potential Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance for Mumbai civic polls, asserting it won't impact the Mahayuti's prospects. BMC elections are set for January 15.
In a major political realignment, Ajit Pawar's NCP and Sharad Pawar's NCP-SP unite for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections. Explore the details of this strategic alliance and its impact on Maharashtra politics.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena pressures BJP for 112 seats in crucial BMC elections, targeting Marathi-dominated wards. Key alliance talks intensify.
Pune NCP(SP) chief Prashant Jagtap offers to resign opposing a pre-poll alliance with Ajit Pawar's NCP for the January 15 civic polls. Get the latest political updates from Pune.
NCP chief Ajit Pawar contacted Congress leader Satej Patil for a potential alliance in the Pune Municipal Corporation elections. The Congress will consult its top leadership on the offer, which could reshape the local political landscape.
NCP chief Ajit Pawar has initiated talks with Congress for an alliance in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal polls, following BJP's decision to contest with Shiv Sena. Read the full story.
Major political parties in Pune are holding back candidate announcements for the January 15 PMC elections to prevent rebellion and poaching. Nomination filing begins Tuesday. Read the full strategy.
BJP's landslide victory in 117 civic bodies strengthens its hand in Mahayuti alliance for crucial municipal corporation polls, as MVA faces defection challenges. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis says BJP's strong performance in local body elections signals its prospects in the crucial Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation polls scheduled for January 15, 2026.
Nagpur's Prabhag 3, plagued by slums and unauthorised layouts, becomes a key electoral battleground. BJP and Congress gear up for a tight contest as demographic shifts and civic neglect take centre stage. Read the full analysis.
With 25 days left for Nagpur civic polls, BJP's top brass met at Nitin Gadkari's residence to finalize election strategy and alliance coordination. Party eyes 120 seats.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis hails BJP's performance in local body polls, attributing success to collective effort and a development-focused campaign. Key wins noted in Nagpur, Mumbai.
Mahayuti alliance secures a decisive victory in the Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections 2025. BJP emerges as the single largest party. Get full results and political analysis here.