Maharashtra local body election results: Where and how to track counting and live updates

India December 21, 2025

Maharashtra will hold vote counting for 286 municipal councils and nagar panchayats on Sunday, including from the first phase on December 2. The State Election Commission reported a 67.63% voter turnout in the first phase, with Murgud having the highest and Besa Pipla the lowest. The second phase had a 47.04% turnout and results can be viewed online and at designated counting centres.

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‘Certainly be nice to win an Ashes series in England’: Mitchell Starc on 2027 Ashes in ENG

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Australian cricketer Mitchell Starc plans to extend his Test cricket career by sacrificing T20 cricket. He hopes to win an Ashes series in England before he turns 37 in 2027. Starc played a key role in Australia retaining the urn in the current series, but he still desires to win a Test series in England.

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Discover the Japanese aesthetic of iki—subtle elegance, simplicity, and individuality.

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In a world of duplicates, the quiet power of Japan’s iki can help you be original

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Iki is a Japanese philosophy that embraces simplicity and naturalness in a society of excess. It is not about seeking attention, but rather exuding quiet confidence and effortless charm. This concept can be applied to personal style, conversations, design, and demeanor.

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Nasser Hussain on England team after losing Ashes 3-0

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Despite promising a new approach, England has once again struggled in the Ashes series in Australia. Former cricketer Nasser Hussain acknowledges the changes made since their last defeat, but points out the same mistakes in batting, bowling, and fielding. Even with a different strategy, England has still failed to win, disappointing Hussain.

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Brendon McCullum on if he’ll still be in charge of England for next Ashes series in 2027

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Despite being behind 0-3 in the Ashes series, England's head coach Brendon McCullum intends to stay in his role until the end of the 2027 World Cup. He remains focused on getting the best out of his team and is not concerned about his job security. With a chance to win the Ashes in a home series, McCullum is determined to keep England's hopes alive.

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Glenn McGrath on England’s inability to win a Test in Australia in last 18 tries

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Australia's prediction of a 5-0 win over England in the Ashes series is becoming a reality as England is already 0-3 down. McGrath believes England's mentality is to blame for their long winless streak in Australia.

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Mohanlal and Priyadarshan’s most expensive film won 3 National Awards, but bombed

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Mohanlal and Priyadarshan's successful partnership has produced a diverse range of films, loved by audiences and high in rewatch value. However, their recent collaboration, Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea, did not work well. Though it won three National Film Awards before its release, Marakkar, mounted on a reported budget of Rs 100 crore, grossed only Rs 45.4 crore worldwide and became a bomb.

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