Congress Halts BJP in Chandrapur Civic Polls
Congress emerged as the single-largest party in Chandrapur civic elections, winning 27 seats. BJP's tally dropped to 23, resulting in a hung house with smaller parties holding key influence.
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Akola Civic Polls: Hung House, BJP Largest But Short
Akola Municipal Corporation elections result in a hung house with BJP as largest party but lacking majority. Congress revival and smaller parties' gains set stage for coalition talks.
BJP's Mayor Bid in Amravati Faces Hurdles
BJP emerged as the single largest party in Amravati Municipal Corporation elections with 25 seats, but faces challenges in installing its mayor due to ally demands and key defeats.
Congress Gains in Pune Civic Polls, Fails in Pimpri Chinchwad
Congress marginally improved its tally to 15 seats in Pune Municipal Corporation but failed to win any in Pimpri Chinchwad. The party's historical dominance in Pune has waned over decades due to infighting.
Kerala CM: Centre Treats Muslims as Second-Class
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan criticizes the central government, alleging discrimination against Muslims and threats to secularism and democracy in India.
Fadnavis: BJP's Civic Poll Mandate Unprecedented in Maharashtra
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis calls BJP's municipal election results an unprecedented endorsement of PM Modi's leadership and development agenda across the state.
RSS Worker Wins Nagpur Corporator Seat, Father is NMC Peon
Ganesh Charlewar, a lifelong RSS swayamsevak, elected as Nagpur corporator from Prabhag 31A. His father works as a peon in the same municipal corporation and retires this year.
Gauri Lankesh Case Accused Wins Jalna Polls; Criminals' Kin Elected
Shrikant Pangarkar, accused in journalist Gauri Lankesh's murder, wins Jalna civic polls. Several criminals and their relatives secure victories from behind bars across Maharashtra.
Delhi's Rs 325-Crore Flyover Expansion at Modi Mill, Savitri Cinema
Delhi's PWD launches a Rs 325-crore project to expand flyovers at Modi Mill and Savitri Cinema intersections on Outer Ring Road, aiming to ease congestion and improve safety in south Delhi.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: 54.8% Turnout, Urban Apathy Remains
Maharashtra's municipal corporation elections recorded a 54.8% voter turnout, mirroring previous polls. Major cities like Mumbai and Pune dragged down averages while smaller towns showed higher participation.
BJP's Decade-Long Plan to Reshape Maharashtra Politics
The recent municipal elections in Maharashtra reveal BJP's long-term strategy to dismantle established political dynasties like Thackeray and Pawar, reshaping the state's political landscape through calculated moves.
Pune Municipal Election: First-Time Winners Take Oath as Corporators
Rupali Pawar and other first-time candidates clinch victories in Pune's municipal elections, set to serve as corporators for five years. BJP and NCP fielded many newcomers.
Pune Polls: AI Name Fails, Fire Extinguisher Props & Early Wins
Pune's civic elections saw hilarious AI name translations, fire extinguishers as party props, premature victory hoardings, and traffic chaos from celebrations.
Pune Gang Assaults Family Over Political Support
A woman, her relatives, and driver were brutally attacked by five men in Baner for supporting an NCP candidate in civic elections. Police have registered a case but no arrests yet.
Two College Students Die in Chandigarh Road Accident
Two college students from Mohali died in a tragic road accident in Chandigarh on Friday afternoon when their speeding motorcycle hit a roadside pole.
Hyderabad Police Arrest 10 in Chinese Manja Raids
Secunderabad police arrested 10 individuals and seized 163 bobbins of banned Chinese manja worth ₹1.8 lakh in coordinated raids across Hyderabad, targeting illegal stocking and sale of the hazardous kite string.
King Charles Reaffirms UK's Solidarity With Ukraine
King Charles sends a powerful message of support to Ukraine as the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion approaches. The monarch emphasizes Britain's unwavering commitment to peace and solidarity.
EC Acts on Chakulia Centre Ransacking, 21 Arrested
Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal met with top officials after the Chakulia SIR hearing centre vandalism. Police arrested 21 people, and hearings will resume once normalcy returns.
Rebels, Voter Anger Shake BJP in Nagpur Civic Polls
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections saw BJP lose traditional strongholds due to internal rebellions, last-minute defections, and deep public resentment over civic issues and political opportunism.
BSP Wins Only One Seat in Nagpur Civic Polls
The Bahujan Samaj Party faced a dramatic decline in Nagpur's municipal elections, securing just one seat compared to ten previously. Harshala Jaiswal's victory in Prabhag 7C marks a stark contrast to the party's earlier stronghold in North Nagpur.
Ajit Pawar's Pune Civic Polls Challenge Fails to Dent BJP
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's focused campaign in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections could not unseat BJP, but alliance with Sharad Pawar's NCP opens merger possibilities.
Shiv Sena Falters in Marathwada Civic Polls, BJP Dominates
Shiv Sena factions led by Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray performed poorly in Marathwada municipal elections, with BJP sweeping most corporations. Only Parbhani saw a Sena (UBT)-Congress alliance victory.
Gadkari Credits BJP's NMC Win to Grassroots Efforts
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari congratulated CM Devendra Fadnavis for BJP's decisive victory in Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections, calling it an endorsement of 15 years of work.
Nagpur Student Wins Election After Failing LLB Exam
Wasim Khan, a Nagpur University law student, failed his LLB winter exam due to absence but won the NMC election for Central Nagpur prabhag 8 with 20,098 votes.
Indian Navy Ships Arrive in Singapore for Training Deployment
Four Indian Navy ships reach Singapore for a Long Range Training Deployment, strengthening maritime ties under India's Act East Policy from January 15 to 18.
Trump Repeats Honor Claim on India-Pakistan Conflict
Former US President Donald Trump restated his assertion that he prevented a major India-Pakistan war, quoting Pakistani leadership's praise for saving millions.
Curfew in Jalna, Ambad After Dhangar Protests
Authorities imposed curfew in Jalna and Ambad cities following protests by Dhangar community members. Heavy police deployment continues in Mukteshwar Dwar area to maintain law and order.
Delhi Factory Owner Arrested After Lift Collapse Kills Two
Police arrest factory owner in Delhi after two workers die in goods lift collapse. Families left devastated as sole breadwinners perish in preventable tragedy.
NDMC Plans Smart Streetlights and Water Meters in Delhi
New Delhi Municipal Council finalizes proposals to replace 5,470 streetlights with energy-efficient poles and install over 5,500 smart water meters, aiming to cut costs and improve services.
Delhi Court Slams Shelter, Orders Dog Release
A Delhi court criticized Sanjay Gandhi Animal Care Centre for failing to prove cruelty allegations and ordered the immediate release of 10 dogs seized from petitioner Vishal.
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