Mumbai holds crucial BMC elections with 1,700 candidates contesting 227 seats. Polling starts at 7:30 AM, ends at 5:30 PM. Results on January 16 will decide control of India's richest municipality.
Abdul Naeem's dream school in Betul district was partially demolished after rumors falsely labeled it an unauthorized madrasa. He had invested Rs 20 lakh and followed procedures.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court dismissed a mining company's petition, upholding the NGT's suspension of environmental clearance and emphasizing the duty to safeguard forests.
Mumbai's civic election faces a cash-for-votes scandal with allegations against major parties, FIRs filed, and Rs 10 lakh seized. Voters express disillusionment as political leaders trade accusations.
West Bengal government allocates Rs 344.2 crore for Mahakal Mahatirtha temple in Siliguri, the highest temple allocation in state. CM Mamata Banerjee to lay foundation stone on January 16.
Civic elections in Chandrapur, Amravati, and Akola are underway, with intense campaigning and rebel candidates challenging party strategies. Voters will decide amid multi-cornered contests and internal party divisions.
A 46-year-old man in Nagpur was arrested for allegedly stabbing his eight-year-old daughter to death while she slept. The attack followed a prolonged custody battle with his estranged wife, police said.
A notorious cattle smuggler was injured in a police encounter in Ghazipur district. Police recovered weapons, ammunition, a vehicle, and 15 cattle heads during the operation.
The Telangana government has finalized reservations for municipal chairpersons, corporation mayors, and ward members, paving the way for upcoming local body elections in the state.
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.
The 2017 Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation elections saw a significant political shift. This article revisits the key outcomes and their impact on local governance.
Mumbai votes today in the BMC elections 2026, with over 28,000 police personnel deployed. Polling runs from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm across 227 wards, including 114 seats reserved for women.
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.
A look back at the 2017 Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation elections, highlighting key outcomes, political shifts, and their implications for Maharashtra's local governance.
Nagpur police have made comprehensive security arrangements for Thursday's polling, deploying 5,500 personnel across 3,000+ booths. Key measures include 140 sector teams, 15 striking forces, and rapid response vehicles.
Pune's passport office issued nearly 4.73 lakh passports in 2025, its highest ever, with demand doubling since 2021 due to education, jobs, and travel abroad.
Sonbhadra SP Abhishek Verma takes immediate action, transferring four police station in-charges to lines for serious negligence in duty, warning against laxity.
Nagpur residents bypass the three-day liquor ban by rushing to shops just outside city limits. Police plan raids and checkpoints to prevent influx.
The investigation into Uttar Pradesh's massive codeine-based cough syrup racket has gone international. Authorities have moved a Red Corner Notice proposal against alleged mastermind Shubham Jaiswal, believed to be in Dubai.
Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran demolished Congress functionary Rajesh Yadav's house and other structures in Gurgaon for a road project, sparking protests and detentions.
The Uttar Pradesh government informed the Allahabad High Court that its environment department will prepare a comprehensive work plan to tackle the monkey menace within one month.
Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule clarifies his home visit to a party worker, rejects opposition allegations, and criticizes Congress over schemes and EVM doubts.
BJP shifts to low-profile mobilization in Nagpur NMC polls, using Sangh affiliates for door-to-door outreach in tight contests, focusing on North Nagpur and booth-level vigilance.
Iran closed its airspace to most flights, impacting international routes. Indian airlines IndiGo and Air India report cancellations and delays. India strongly advises citizens against travel to Iran.
Lashkar-e-Taiba top commander Abu Musa Kashmiri captured on video calling for violence against Hindus in India. He declared independence would come by 'slitting throats' not begging.
The GB Nagar District Legal Services Authority organized an awareness camp to educate legal professionals about the SUVAS AI translation tool for Hindi court judgments.
The Uttar Pradesh government's Zero Poverty Program has helped over 4,500 people secure jobs through skill training. Officials aim to make families self-reliant by connecting them with employment opportunities.
The Barapullah Phase III flyover connecting Sarai Kale Khan to Mayur Vihar will now take 15 more months to complete, with costs rising by Rs 374.40 crore due to delays and arbitration issues.
Pune Municipal Corporation elections see joint NCP factions challenging BJP Mahayuti. Voting underway with strict measures for employee participation.
District Judge Atul Shrivastava gives accused one last opportunity to submit documents for case transfer plea, warns of rejection if delayed further. Hearing set for January 22.