Maharashtra Municipal Polls 2026: Peaceful Voting with Minor Scuffles
Mumbai witnessed largely peaceful municipal corporation elections with over 28,000 police personnel deployed. Minor verbal clashes occurred between party workers at some booths.
Mumbai witnessed largely peaceful municipal corporation elections with over 28,000 police personnel deployed. Minor verbal clashes occurred between party workers at some booths.
The Greater Bengaluru Authority polls offer more seats for women, but female leaders express concerns over proxy culture and tokenism hindering genuine representation.
The Jammu Development Authority's demolition drive at a graveyard in Srinagar triggered protests and stone-pelting, with residents alleging lack of notice and religious insensitivity.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation plans to officially name nine places, such as roads and gardens, with proposals from citizens and politicians before upcoming municipal elections.
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RecommendedOpposition councillors in Kochi corporation criticize the ruling front's 50-day action plan, alleging it repackages old projects and deceives residents with ongoing activities presented as new initiatives.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann appeared before the Akal Takht to clarify his remarks. He submitted thousands of public complaints against SGPC and pledged cooperation.
Residents in Parassala, Karode, Kulathoor and Chenkal panchayats complain of unbearable stench, health risks and stray dog menace due to rampant roadside garbage dumping.
Bengaluru's civic polls revive democratic promise but face governance challenges. The Court's role in enforcing deadlines becomes crucial for restoring effective local administration in Karnataka.
The Banga Gurdwara management committee in Punjab has strongly refuted Chief Minister's recent statements, calling them unfounded and misleading.
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RecommendedA major fire erupted at a scrap godown in Bengaluru's Begur area, causing panic and damaging nearby migrant sheds. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours.
Punjab Industries Minister Sanjeev Arora criticizes MEA's refusal to clear state's UK investment outreach, calling it unfortunate and detrimental to economic growth.
Nashik Municipal Corporation has deployed teams and appointed returning officers for vote counting at 10 centers across nine city locations on Friday, with counting starting at 10 am.
A 47-year-old Jadavpur BLO, Asoke Das, was found dead in Kolkata. Family cites mental pressure, while BJP and Trinamool trade allegations over threats and election duties.
Anisha Kumari, an 18-year-old resident of Akauna village, was found hanging from a mango tree near her home following a dispute with her mother on Makar Sankranti.
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RecommendedYoung voters in Nashik city displayed significant enthusiasm during municipal elections, accompanying parents to polling centers and expressing hopes for better civic facilities and employment opportunities.
Congress workers staged a protest at the Olavanna toll booth on NH-66, opposing toll collection before road works completion. Police intervened, leading to skirmishes and arrests.
Excise Minister M B Rajesh dismisses social media reports claiming officials were directed to escort him during district visits, calling the controversy misleading and politically motivated.
Political tensions flared in Nashik as supporters clashed over alleged money distribution during elections. Police intervened with mild lathicharge to control crowds.
AAP Punjab chief Aman Arora calls Jalandhar court order a major blow to BJP, demands apology from BJP, Congress, Akali Dal leaders for sharing 'fake' video.
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RecommendedLt Gen Baljit Singh Jaswal condemns Himachal Pradesh government for failing to deliver ex-gratia and annuity payments to soldiers, ex-servicemen, and war widows during Army Day event.
Himachal Pradesh PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh faces criticism from cabinet colleagues over his comments about IAS and IPS officers from UP and Bihar. Three ministers have now spoken against his remarks.
Five municipal corporations in Marathwada recorded about 45% voter turnout by 3:30 pm Thursday, with officials predicting final figures to exceed previous polls. Parbhani led with 49%.
Opposition MLAs in Goa strongly criticized Chief Minister Pramod Sawant's proposal to link death registration with automatic voter roll deletion during a heated assembly session.
Kolkata's historic Mounted Police will receive up to four race horses from RCTC in late February, enhancing its strength amid retirements and modern training efforts.
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RecommendedIntense cold wave and dense fog severely disrupted rail services in Ludhiana, causing major delays and cancellations. Passengers faced freezing conditions as multiple long-distance trains ran hours behind schedule.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant met Chimbel residents protesting at Merces junction, promising to notify Toyyar Lake area as a protected wetland zone. The protest against Unity Mall project disrupted traffic.
Opposition MLAs staged a sit-in protest in the Goa Assembly, demanding the scrapping of the Unity Mall project in Chimbel. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant assured no villagers would face arrest.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation requests police cooperation for towing project to ease traffic congestion. Nodal officers from each station will coordinate efforts.
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation sealed six commercial buildings for unpaid dues. Meanwhile, an MLA intervened to stop the removal of roadside vendors in Model Town.
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RecommendedSDM East sends fresh letter to MC commissioner, clarifying municipal corporation's role in acquiring land blocking direct access to martyr Sukhdev Thapar's birthplace in Naughara Mohalla.