SEC Seeks More Info on Colaba Nomination Controversy
State Election Commission finds Colaba RO's actions legally sound in AAP, JD nomination case but seeks observer report. BMC Commissioner flags administrative lapse. Details inside.
Category : Elections
BJP suspends 26 office bearers for 6 years
Mumbai BJP suspends 26 leaders, including rebel candidates, for anti-party activities ahead of the 2026 BMC elections. Key details on the disciplinary action inside.
Mumbai E Ward: Dynasties vs Civic Issues in Polls
Mumbai's E Ward, spanning Byculla to Dockyard Road, heads to polls with legacy candidates dominating the fray. Yet, residents' core issues—water, pollution, and broken infrastructure—remain unaddressed for years.
Polling Booths in Housing Societies for Maharashtra Civic Polls
Maharashtra civic bodies to set up polling booths inside housing societies for upcoming elections. Pune leads with 258 booths, Mumbai with 850. Initiative aims to tackle urban voter apathy.
Pune residents bar poll campaigners over unfulfilled promises
Frustrated Pune residents are shutting out civic poll candidates, demanding action on water, noise, and dust issues before giving votes. A new wave of voter assertiveness sweeps the city.
Congress PMC Polls Manifesto: Key Promises for Pune
Congress unveils Pune civic poll manifesto with zero property tax for small homes, free bus rides for women, and a crackdown on crime. Read the full plan.
Shiv Sena candidate stabbed during Mumbai campaign
Shiv Sena's Bandra candidate Haji Salim Qureshi was stabbed while campaigning. Police probe all angles, including builder lobby link. Read the latest updates.
BMC Polls: 11 Direct Fights Among 1,700 Candidates
Mumbai's BMC elections see 1,700 candidates, but 11 wards have one-on-one contests. Key battles in Colaba, Dadar test local influence. Read the analysis of these decisive fights.
BJP's Shelar: Alliance with Sena was 'Only for Hindutva'
BJP's Ashish Shelar explains the party's past BMC alliance with Shiv Sena, accuses Sena (UBT) of massive corruption, and outlines BJP's development vision for Mumbai. Read the full interview.
Pune Voters Demand Action on Water, Traffic, Waste Before Elections
As Pune gears up for civic polls on Jan 15, residents' groups release manifestos demanding basic amenities like water, walkable roads, and better waste management, holding future corporators accountable.
Pune Ward 9 Civic Polls: Rebels, Rallies & Social Media
Pune's Ward 9 civic elections see contrasting campaign styles in old & new areas, with party rebels and social media reshaping the battle. Key issues: roads, parking, and riverfront development.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Duplicate Voter Verification Lags
With just days to go for Maharashtra's civic elections, verification of over 4.4 lakh suspected duplicate voter entries remains incomplete, raising concerns of polling day chaos. Key details inside.
Goa MP gets EC notice over electoral roll verification
South Goa MP Viriato Fernandes receives Election Commission notice for identity proof. The Congress leader and Kargil veteran questions scrutiny process, raising concerns over voter deletions in Goa's SIR.
Nagpur Polls: Candidates Endure 15km Daily Walks
As Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls near, candidates push physical limits, walking 10-15km daily for door-to-door campaigns. Discover the gruelling final sprint before Jan 13.
Chandigarh Seeks Public Help for Electoral Data Mapping
Chandigarh administration appeals to residents to assist Booth Level Officers in the ongoing elector mapping process. Key sectors identified for verification. Check details and ensure your vote counts.
Bollywood Music Drives Nagpur's Political Campaigning
In Nagpur, political candidates are using Bollywood hits and viral tracks like Dhurandhar & Kantara themes to woo voters. Psychologists explain the powerful impact of music on voter engagement. Discover the strategy.
West Bengal Exempts Key Groups from SIR Hearing Appearance
West Bengal's CEO office exempts students, NRIs, seniors & others from in-person SIR hearings. New rules aim for a hassle-free electoral roll verification. Know the details.
EC Revokes Suspension of Tarn Taran SSP Ravjot Kaur Grewal
The Election Commission revoked the suspension of Tarn Taran SSP Ravjot Kaur Grewal, imposed during the 2025 bypoll MCC. The decision followed a state proposal but denied retrospective effect. Read the full details.
Nagpur NMC Polls: Rs 21L Seized in Pre-Election Crackdown
Ahead of Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections, enforcement teams seize illegal liquor, drugs, and cash worth Rs 21 lakh. Model code violations reported across multiple prabhags. Read the full details.
BMC Takes Strict Action Against Officials Skipping Election Training
BMC issues stern warning to officials missing mandatory election training for Jan 15 Mumbai civic polls. Over 1.03 crore voters to cast ballots. Read for key details.
EC Allows Relatives to Represent Outstation Voters in Hearings
Election Commission exempts govt staff, migrants, students & others from attending SIR hearings personally. Relatives can now represent them with documents. Details inside.
Ex-Kolkata Police Chief Gets EC Notice Over Voter List
Former Kolkata Police Commissioner Prasun Mukherjee receives Election Commission notice for voters' list discrepancies. He questions how his name went missing in 2002. Read the full story.
Bengal Voter List: 5 Lakh Applications, EC Fears Shortfall
West Bengal sees over 5 lakh voter registration applications till Jan 4. EC officials worry the final count may fall short of 2024's 14.3 lakh. Final list to be published on Feb 14.
Goa MP Viriato Fernandes Gets ECI Notice in Electoral Roll Review
South Goa MP & Kargil veteran Capt Viriato Fernandes receives ECI notice to prove identity for electoral roll. Official cites BLO lapse, assures no deletion. MP questions scrutiny of common voters.
BJP vs Thackeray Alliance in Crucial Mumbai Ward
Mumbai's Ward 107 in Mulund West witnesses a unique electoral battle. BJP's Neil Somaiya faces independent Dinesh Jadhav, backed by Uddhav & Raj Thackeray. Read about the key issues and voter dynamics.
Ashwini Hande Battles Cancer, Seeks Re-election in BMC
Shiv Sena's Ashwini Hande, undergoing cancer treatment, campaigns for a second term as BMC corporator from Ghatkopar West's Ward 128, prioritizing slum redevelopment.
Ex-Pune Mayors' Wealth Changes Ahead of PMC Polls
Ahead of Pune's civic polls, affidavits reveal significant wealth changes for three former mayors and an ex-deputy mayor seeking re-election. Key figures show dramatic increases for some. Read the full analysis.
EC Exempts Govt, Military Staff Abroad from Personal SIR Hearing
Election Commission exempts govt, military employees abroad from personal appearance during SIR hearings. Family members can now represent them. Details here.
Rakhi Jadhav seeks fourth term in Ghatkopar's Ward 133
BJP candidate Rakhi Jadhav opens election office in Ghatkopar East, highlighting her long-term connect and redevelopment challenges. Read about the key contest.
Workers' Union Leaders Contest BMC Polls on CPM Ticket
Leaders from domestic workers, hawkers & seamen unions contest BMC elections on CPM tickets, aiming to keep working-class issues alive amid political polarisation. Read their stories.
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