Pune residents are organizing Nagrik Sabhas and drafting manifestos to force candidates to focus on local issues like water, roads, and infrastructure in the upcoming civic elections. Read how citizen power is reshaping the political discourse.
2024 saw mainstream Bollywood falter, saved by horror-comedies like Stree 2, small films like Laapata Ladies, and powerful OTT shows. Pushpa 2 was the lone pan-India blockbuster. Explore the year's cinematic highlights.
The first elections in demerged Phursungi-Uruli Devachi fuel calls for a dedicated civic body for Pune's east. Experts & politicians cite PMC's overstretched limits & poor amenities. Read more.
BJP secured 7 seats in the MCD by-elections, strengthening its position. AAP won 3, Congress 1, and Forward Bloc 1. The results impact the balance of power ahead of the 2025 mayoral polls.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation provides sanitation kits to 1,500+ staff for monsoon safety. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and worker welfare.
Congress-backed & independent councillors in Almora begin an indefinite protest, citing administrative stagnation, monkey menace & lack of a permanent municipal commissioner. Read more.
Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole demands impeachment of State Election Commissioner over delays in local body polls, citing constitutional violation. Full details.
An internal audit of Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation reveals a staggering loss of crores in potential advertisement revenue due to poor management. Find out the key findings and what it means for the city.
Frustration mounts as Bombay HC delays Nagpur civic poll results to Dec 21. Voters express irritation over the 18-day gap, impacting local governance. Full story inside.
Badlapur Municipal Council elections witness nearly 60% voter turnout, higher than 2015. Polling marred by clashes between BJP, Shiv Sena workers & technical glitches. Results on Dec 21.
Pune district's local body elections witnessed a 68% voter turnout across 15 councils. Indapur recorded the highest at 80%. Polling was peaceful with minimal technical issues.
Nashik Municipal Corporation lists Rs 200 crore bonds on NSE, oversubscribed 3.95 times. Funds to clean Godavari for Kumbh Mela 2027. NMC gets Rs 26 crore incentive.
Nashik Municipal Corporation's bond issue for Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 oversubscribed 3.95 times, raising Rs 200 crore. NSE MD highlights investor confidence in municipal bonds. Read more.
A video shows a Shiv Sena MLA entering a polling booth in Hingoli while a woman votes. Authorities have ordered an investigation as local body elections proceed.
A look back at the last Maharashtra municipal council and nagar panchayat elections in Jalgaon, Ahmednagar, Dhule, and Nandurbar. Key insights for the upcoming 2025 polls. Get the full analysis here.
Maharashtra gears up for crucial 2025 local body polls. Get all details on voting dates, seats, and the political battle between MVA and Mahayuti.
Nagpur division civic elections face major disruption as 39 seats are withdrawn. State Election Commission acts after 32 local bodies breach 50% reservation limit. Key details and implications inside.
Vidarbha gears up for crucial nagar panchayat and parishad elections on Tuesday, Dec 2. Over 1.5 lakh voters across Amravati, Chandrapur, Yavatmal, and Akola will decide fiercely contested polls. Results to be declared a day later.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis criticises State Election Commission's decision to postpone municipal council polls as arbitrary and legally wrong. Govt to submit representation.
Nashik Municipal Corporation lists Rs 200 crore 'Clean Godavari Bonds' on NSE to fund key infrastructure, including sewerage and Ram Jhula, ahead of the 2027 Kumbh Mela. Read more.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis sharply criticises the State Election Commission's decision to delay municipal council elections, calling it arbitrary and unfair to candidates. Govt to submit representation.
State Election Commission delays polls for 3 municipal councils, 1 nagar panchayat & 78 councillor seats in Nashik division. Congress leader Thorat raises concerns. Details inside.
Governor Jishnu Dev Varma signs ordinance merging 27 municipalities into GHMC to boost administrative efficiency and service delivery in Hyderabad's expanding metro region. Details inside.
Get the latest on JEE, NEET, CUET 2024 exams, counselling dates, and preparation tips. Stay ahead with crucial updates for engineering and medical aspirants. Read now!
Kolkata reports 122 new dengue cases in one week, total reaches 1,501. South Kolkata neighborhoods show steady spike while BMC area crosses 400 cases. Learn prevention tips.
Nagpur residents cite stray dog attacks as urgent election concern. Learn how urban planning failures exacerbate the crisis in Wadi ahead of voting.
Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation plans to merge 27 municipalities, potentially creating India's largest municipal body with 300 wards across 2,053 sq km. Learn about the massive administrative overhaul.
State Election Commission postpones December 2 local body polls across Marathwada districts. New election date set for December 20. Get latest updates on affected municipal councils.
Delhi MCD bypolls conducted peacefully across 13 wards with 38.51% voter turnout. Results expected February 17 amid tight security arrangements.
Maharashtra SEC suspends elections in 20 municipal councils & panchayats, including Baramati, due to procedural flaws & court cases. New date is Dec 20. Read more.