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As Maharashtra votes today in corporation polls, the 4 key factors at play
January 15, 2026 08:16 IST
The elections in BMC and 28 other corporations have led to splits within Mahayuti as well as MVA, turning the contests in several civic bodies into multi-cornered fights
Thu, Jan 15, 2026
‘Sleeper cell within Congress sabotaged alliance with VBA’: Prakash Ambedkar on why the tie-up faltered ahead of BMC polls
January 14, 2026 14:03 IST
Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi chief Prakash Ambedkar opens up on how he does not believe the Thackeray brothers’ reunion will alter Maharashtra politics, and on whether voters will ultimately choose development over identity or constitutional concerns.
Wed, Jan 14, 2026
‘Mumbai being handed over to Gujarat’: Why Raj, Uddhav Thackeray have fallen back on an old faultline ahead of BMC polls
January 13, 2026 08:19 IST
The Shiv Sena has frequently used the message of an outsider "threat" to Mumbai to tap into the anxieties of Marathis and exercise political control.
Tue, Jan 13, 2026
Ambernath to Navi Mumbai, why BJP vs Shiv Sena battle has flared up in civic polls
January 11, 2026 07:48 IST
While the two Mahayuti partners are allied for 14 municipal corporation polls where the Opposition is strong, they are contesting separately for 15 corporations where they see a chance for solo win.
Mon, Jan 12, 2026
Why BJP-NCP row in Maharashtra has turned into a Savarkar vs Ambedkar debate
January 09, 2026 16:36 IST
After BJP quotes Hindutva ideologue’s “in spite of you, Hindutva shall prevail” remark, NCP says it is committed to “Shiv-Shahu-Phule-Ambedkar ideology”
Fri, Jan 09, 2026
‘Not acceptable’: Devendra Fadnavis orders immediate exit as BJP ties up with Congress, AIMIM
January 07, 2026 14:02 IST
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis intervened after the BJP tied up with the Congress and the AIMIM in Ambernath and Akot, respectively.
Thu, Jan 08, 2026
Why Maharashtra Speaker Rahul Narwekar is being accused of interfering in civic polls
January 06, 2026 09:00 IST
Opposition parties allege he ensured that his three family members in the BMC poll race face no more than two rivals
Tue, Jan 06, 2026
Friendly fire in Mahayuti: Why Ajit Pawar has launched calculated strikes on BJP
January 05, 2026 07:55 IST
After Maharashtra Deputy CM says he wants to “slay the demon of corruption” and labels his allies as “power hungry”, state BJP chief says “regret our alliance”.
Mon, Jan 05, 2026
BJP’s problem of plenty in Maharashtra: Ticket unrest in corporation polls lays bare the cost of success, party’s high ambitions
January 02, 2026 19:14 IST
In at least 20 of the 29 municipal corporations set to go to the polls on January 15, BJP is facing protests from longtime leaders unhappy with tickets given to new entrants.
Fri, Jan 02, 2026
What Sharad Pawar, Adani bonhomie means for MVA, Mahayuti amid civic body pollsSubscriber Only
December 30, 2025 19:14 IST
Several Cong leaders say Sharad Pawar hosting Gautam Adani on his home turf Baramati shows MVA in "poor light" and weakens its attack on BJP’s “pro-corporate tilt”
Wed, Dec 31, 2025
Why BJP is banking on hard Hindutva and development to counter Thackeray’s emotive Marathi-Muslim plank
December 28, 2025 14:04 IST
By planning to deploy Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane for the BMC poll campaign, the BJP has prepared a template to launch sharp and shrill attacks on opponents.
Sun, Dec 28, 2025
MVA at a crossroads: As Thackerays get back together, NCP unity appears a possibility, what happens to the Opposition alliance?Subscriber Only
December 26, 2025 19:37 IST
Congress charts a solo path in all-important Maharashtra civic polls even as a section of party leaders insists on “pragmatic politics, adopting flexibility and alliance.”
Sun, Dec 28, 2025
Mumbai to Marathi manoos: Amid reunion with Raj, why Uddhav invoked Samyukta MaharashtraSubscriber Only
December 25, 2025 08:15 IST
Stepping up their bids to woo Marathi voters ahead of BMC polls, Thackeray cousins pitch for Marathi unity and Mumbai’s legacy.
Thu, Dec 25, 2025
As Uddhav, Raj Thackeray reunite for BMC polls, why BJP may have a fight on its handsSubscriber Only
December 24, 2025 07:03 IST
Thackerays' alliance is likely to force BJP to rely more on Shinde Sena, especially in Marathi-dominated civic bodies like BMC, Thane, Kalyan-Dombivali, Nashik, Pune and Navi Mumbai
Wed, Dec 24, 2025
Why BJP has an edge in Maharashtra corporation polls, but faces many hurdles Subscriber Only
December 23, 2025 07:34 IST
While BJP would contest several corporation elections, including BMC, in alliance with Shinde Sena, it may fight with ally NCP in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad
Tue, Dec 23, 2025
As BJP scores big in Maharashtra local polls, what it means for party’s allies, also OppositionSubscriber Only
December 21, 2025 19:41 IST
In the aftermath of its dominant showing, the Mahayuti will be optimistic about its chances in the municipal corporation elections next month, especially the BMC polls, even as Maha Vikas Aghadi figures out where it went wrong.
Mon, Dec 22, 2025
With 117 local bodies, BJP emerges on top as Mahayuti sweeps Maharashtra polls
December 21, 2025 13:57 IST
Thanking the people of Maharashtra for supporting the BJP and the Mahayuti coalition, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “Maharashtra stands firmly with development! Grateful to the people of Maharashtra for blessing the BJP and Mahayuti in the Municipal Council and Nagar Panchayat elections.”
Mon, Dec 22, 2025Maharashtra Election Results 2025: Mahayuti wins 207 of 288 municipal presidents; BJP bags 117 posts
December 21, 2025 06:44 IST
Maharashtra Election Result 2025: Poll results are a trailer of what is in store in the municipal corporation elections on January 15, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde said.
Thu, Jan 15, 2026
In blow to Congress amid Maharashtra civic polls, ex-Rahul Gandhi aide’s MLC wife defects to BJPSubscriber Only
December 18, 2025 19:44 IST
Late Cong leader Rajeev Satav's wife Pradnya's move stuns Cong, which accuses BJP of “breaking parties"; BJP says she has been "influenced" by development under PM Modi and CM Fadnavis
Thu, Dec 18, 2025
Manikrao Kokate case, row linked to Parth Pawar: No respite in sight for NCP amid growing strain with BJP
December 17, 2025 18:50 IST
Despite Ajit Pawar’s cordial relationship with CM Devendra Fadnavis, various developments, including the recent court order upholding the jail term for NCP’s Manikrao Kokate, have added to the increasing discord between the NCP and BJP.
Wed, Dec 17, 2025
Maharashtra urban polls date out, BJP and allies close ranks, signal end to bickeringSubscriber Only
December 16, 2025 09:25 IST
Mahayuti partners, which had been fighting each other till a few weeks ago, come together; truce comes a week after both Eknath Shinde, state BJP chief met Amit Shah in Delhi
Tue, Dec 16, 2025
Shivraj Patil dies at 90: Union Home Minister during 26/11, he had a turbulent run in MHA, resigned over Mumbai terror attackSubscriber Only
December 12, 2025 13:58 IST
The former Lok Sabha Speaker, who passed away on Friday, was one of the two Maharashtra Congress heavyweights to rise from Latur. During his tenure, the Home Ministry faced sharp scrutiny over its preparedness and response.
Fri, Dec 12, 2025
‘BJP has never coerced anybody from the ruling parties or Opposition to switch sides’: Maharashtra BJP president Ravindra ChavanSubscriber Only
December 12, 2025 00:14 IST
Chavan's meeting comes amid efforts by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde to diffuse differences within the coalition.
Fri, Dec 12, 2025
Maharashtra tables Bill to remove requirement of non-farm use certificate for conversion of agricultural land; how it will benefit peopleSubscriber Only
December 11, 2025 13:59 IST
With the new amendment, landowners in Maharashtra will only need to pay a nominal premium based on the Ready Reckoner rate to regularise the change in land use.
Thu, Dec 11, 2025
Fadnavis 3.0, Year 1: How friction with allies, controversies overshadowed Mahayuti’s development agendaSubscriber Only
December 04, 2025 18:06 IST
With infrastructure, connectivity and industrial growth at its core, the government pushes forward amid hurdles in a turbulent first year in office.
Thu, Dec 04, 2025Journalism of Courage
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