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Explained: Who has alliance with whom in Maharashtras civic polls your guide ahead of results

Maharashtra's political landscape is a complex web of shifting alliances as municipal corporation election results loom. Polling for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation saw varied voter turnout across wards. Key partnerships are forming across Mumbai, Pune, Thane, and other major cities, with major parties like BJP, Shiv Sena factions, NCP factions, and Congress strategizing for victory.

The Times of India 15 Jan 2026 12:31 pm

Each Mumbaikar Will Cast 1 Vote Today, But A Punekar Will Cast 4. Here's Why

While each Mumbaikar will cast a single vote in the election to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation today, their counterparts in Pune, Navi Mumbai, Thane and 25 other cities will each cast three or four votes owing to a multiple-member ward system

NDTV 15 Jan 2026 10:19 am

High stakes in civic polls as BJP targets Thackeray hold on Mumbai

Besides Mumbai, polling will also take place in other key municipal corporations such as Thane, Nagpur, Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad and Nashik

The Hindu Businessline 14 Jan 2026 9:53 pm

Fisherman gets 20-year sentence for sexually assaulting minor in Thane

Thane: A special POCSO court here has sentenced a fisherman to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl after misleading her with a false promise of marriage, noting that he had concealed his marital status from the victim. The POCSO Act is designed to protect children from sexual offences by prescribing Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 14 Jan 2026 2:30 pm

'Threatened to make photos public, refused to marry her': Air hostess hangs self near Mumbai; ex-partner booked for abetment

A 21-year-old air hostess was found dead in Thane, leading police to book her 23-year-old ex-partner for abetting suicide. Allegations include threats to release photos, refusal to marry, and a new relationship, reportedly driving the victim to despair. Investigations revealed financial exploitation and physical assault, prompting the FIR.

The Times of India 14 Jan 2026 10:38 am

Air hostess dies by suicide in Thane; ex-partner booked for abetment

A 21-year-old air hostess has allegedly died by suicide in Thane. Police have registered a case against her former partner for abetment. The woman was found hanging at her residence. Her family alleges the accused threatened her and refused marriage.

The Economic Times 14 Jan 2026 10:30 am

Sena manifesto promises to rid Thane of slums

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 11:54 pm

Shiv Sena-backed NCP councillor defeats BJP rival to become Ambernath Municipal Council VP

Thane: Following a week of high-pitched political drama, Shiv Sena-backed Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) councillor Sadashiv Hender Patil was on Monday elected vice-president of the Ambernath Municipal Council (AMC) in Maharashtra by defeating the BJP nominee. The election, which took place during a general body meeting of the council, was preceded by a ruckus and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 12 Jan 2026 8:02 pm

Shiv Sena Thane Manifesto: Eknath Shinde-led party promises slum-free city, 260-metre iconic viewing tower

The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena unveiled its manifesto for the Thane civic polls, promising a slum-free city and a 260-meter viewing tower. The plan includes urban renewal, accelerated cluster development, and improved infrastructure. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also rallied for the Mahayuti alliance, urging voters to support official candidates and assuring continued development funds.

The Economic Times 12 Jan 2026 6:13 pm

Mira Bhayander will turn saffron after civic polls: Shinde

Thane: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has said that after Mumbai and Thane, the states Mira Bhayander city is all set to be painted saffron in the upcoming municipal elections. The Shiv Sena (then undivided) had won the Brihanmumbai and Thane municipal corporation polls in 2017. Addressing a public meeting following a roadshow here Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 12 Jan 2026 11:03 am

Biotech firm manager loses Rs 27.70 lakh after clicking on fake water supply link

A Thane-based finance manager lost Rs 27.70 lakh to online fraudsters who sent a fake MIDC water supply link. The victim was pressured to update details, leading to two large withdrawals from his company's current account within two hours. The police have registered a case against unidentified individuals.

The Economic Times 11 Jan 2026 2:14 pm

Crude glycerin leakage from container hits traffic in Thane for over two hours

Container truck carrying 25 tonnes of crude glycerin belonging to a private company was travelling from Ambernath in the district to Gujarat when the liquid began leaking from it and spilled onto the road surface, says Thane disaster management cell chief

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 10:58 am

Congress rule made MGNREGA the backbone of rural livelihoods; BJP is killing it in broad daylight: Thanesar MLA Ashok Arora

Senior Congress leader Ashok Arora accused the BJP-led central government of dismantling MGNREGA by removing its legal work guarantee. He stated this action amounts to the murder of MGNREGA in broad daylight. The Congress plans statewide protests, including paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi, to restore the scheme's original framework.

The Times of India 10 Jan 2026 9:52 pm

Deliberate bid by opponents to malign me: Shiv Sena leader amid audio clip row

Meenakshi Shinde, a former mayor and a candidate in the Thane Municipal Corporation polls, claimed an audio clip attributed to her could have been manipulated or generated using morphing or AI

The Hindu 10 Jan 2026 1:42 pm

Thane: BJP Names Badlapur Sexual Abuse Case Co-Accused as Councillor

Apte, who was then the secretary of the educational institution where the alleged sexual abuse occurred, was booked for allegedly failing to report the offence

Deccan Chronicle 10 Jan 2026 1:12 pm

BJP appoints Badlapur sexual abuse case co-accused as councillor in Thane district

A case was registered against the school management under Section 21(2) of the POCSO Act for not filing a complaint in a case of sexual abuse of children.

The Hindu 10 Jan 2026 11:53 am

14 wrong-way vehicles crash into speeding truck on Ghodbunder Road, 12 injured

Twelve people injured; Thane cops say all motorists will be booked along with the trucker

Mid Day 10 Jan 2026 7:25 am

Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray to hold joint rally in Thane on Jan 12

Addressing the media while campaigning in Thane, Raj Thackeray said he had come to meet party workers rather than deliver a speech; polls to 29 municipal corporations, including Thane, will be held on January 15, while votes will be counted the next day

Mid Day 9 Jan 2026 10:26 am

Thane traffic hit as major accident disrupts Ghodbunder Road at Gaimukh Ghat

According to information received from commuters, multiple vehicles were involved in the accident at Gaimukh Ghat, which falls on National Highway 48 (NH-48)

Mid Day 9 Jan 2026 9:40 am

Maharashtra Civic Poll Fallout: 12 Congress Leaders Join BJP After Suspension For Allying With Opp

The political shift follows the municipal council elections held on December 20 in Ambernath, located in Thane district.

News18 8 Jan 2026 11:38 am

BJP-Congress Unite To Keep Team Shinde Out Of Power In Maharashtra Town

The political developments in the Ambernath Municipal Council of Thane district have triggered a major churn not only in the local politics but also across Maharashtra.

NDTV 7 Jan 2026 1:18 pm

Badlapur sexual assault case whistleblower joins NCP

Ms. Chendvankar later contested the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly polls from Murbad constituency in Thane district on the MNS ticket but faced defeat

The Hindu 7 Jan 2026 12:52 pm

Police Seize Skull, Bones From Abandoned House In Thane, Probe On

A human-like skull and skeletal remains were found in an abandoned house in Thane. Manpada police sent them to JJ Hospital Mumbai for forensic examination.

News18 7 Jan 2026 12:15 pm

Thane jail inmate manhandles cop, smashes CCTV cameras; booked

The accused claimed he was unfazed by legal action because he had faced similar charges in the past

The Hindu 6 Jan 2026 2:49 pm

From Culture Centre, Thane has become narcotics hub, alleges Sanjay Raut

Sanjay Raut was speaking in Thane after the Shiv Sena (UBT)-Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) alliance released its manifesto for the civic polls scheduled for January 15

Mid Day 5 Jan 2026 10:53 pm

Ahead of BMC polls, Uddhav and Raj opt for 'shakha' visits over rallies for maximum outreach

Ahead of Mumbai civic polls, Uddhav and Raj Thackeray are prioritizing visits to party 'shakhas' over large rallies to maximize public outreach. This strategic shift, decided after discussions, will see only one mega rally at Shivaji Park, with other rallies planned in Thane, Nashik, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 10:07 pm

MNS leader moves Bombay HC, seek stay on unopposed Mahayuti candidates victories

Avinash Jadhav, head of the Thane unit of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), urged the court to stay the declaration of results in 68 seats and to initiate a court-monitored inquiry into alleged mass withdrawals of candidates under coercion

Mid Day 5 Jan 2026 8:39 pm

KDMC polls: Thane Police seize arms, liquor and cash ahead of elections

According to the police, the action was taken in Kalyan Zone III in preparation for the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) elections scheduled for January 15

Mid Day 5 Jan 2026 5:39 pm

Thane court acquits man in wifes murder case over lack of proof

Thane: A Thane court has acquitted a 32-year-old man accused of murdering his wife in 2021, noting that the prosecution failed to prove foundational facts necessary to establish guilt in a case based on circumstantial evidence. Principal District and Sessions Judge SB Agrawal, in his judgment on Saturday, said it is incumbent on the prosecution Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 5 Jan 2026 2:54 pm

TMC polls: Rebel candidate challenges Shiv Sena's nominee to show development record

Nitin Landge, a rebel candidate, has challenged Siddharth Pandey, the Shiv Sena nominee for Thane Municipal Corporation's ward no. 4. Landge stated he will withdraw his independent candidacy if Pandey can demonstrate any development initiative undertaken in the area. Landge resigned from Yuva Sena after being denied the nomination. He alleges the ticket was granted under pressure.

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:53 am

Thane SHCOKER! Woman arrested for killing daughter-in-law over railway job, gratuity dispute

A 60-year-old woman in Maharashtras Thane district has been arrested for allegedly murdering her daughter-in-law over a dispute involving a railway job and gratuity money.

Web Dunia 4 Jan 2026 1:35 pm

Forged documents submitted in Thane court for bail in drugs case; FIR lodged

Thane: Police have registered an FIR against unidentified persons for allegedly submitting forged documents before a court in Maharashtras Thane district to secure bail for accused in a narcotics case, officials said on Sunday. The offence was committed between November 23 and December 24 last year, they said. During the period, forged documents were presented Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 4 Jan 2026 11:12 am

Woman Kills Daughter-In-Law Over Dead Son's Government Job: Cops

A 60-year-old woman from Maharashtra's Thane district has been arrested for allegedly killing her daughter-in-law over a dispute involving a railway job and gratuity funds, police said on Saturday.

NDTV 4 Jan 2026 12:11 am

Death of tribal girl: Maharashtra Womens Commission flags lapses at government-run residential school

Rupali Chakankar visited the school in Moroshi in Murbad tehsil of Thane district, where a Class X student was found dead on December 25, 2025

The Hindu 3 Jan 2026 4:30 pm

Over 14,000 screened for TB using AI in Thane district

Thane: The administration in Maharashtras Thane district has screened more than 14,000 people for tuberculosis using cutting-edge artificial intelligence-based handheld X-ray machines as part of the initiative to eradicate the disease, an official said on Saturday. The Thane Zilla Parishad (ZP), in a release, said that the district administration has deployed mobile AI units to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Jan 2026 1:32 pm

Maharashtra civic polls: 68 Mahayuti candidates elected unopposed, including 44 of BJP

This includes 44 of the BJP, with the highest number being from Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation in Thane district, followed by Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad, Panvel, Bhiwandi, Dhule, Jalgaon and Ahilyanagar

The Hindu 3 Jan 2026 8:08 am

Six BJP candidates elected unopposed to Bhiwandi-Nizampur civic body

Thane: Six BJP candidates have been elected unopposed after the scrutiny of nomination papers for the Bhiwandi-Nizampur Municipal Corporation (BNMC) polls in Maharashtras Thane district, the party claimed on Friday. The BJPs Bhiwandi city unit chief, Harshal Patil, claimed that candidates Paresh Chandrakant Chowgule, Sumit Purushottam Patil, Ashwini Sunny Futankar, Deepa Deepak Madhvi, Abushah Lallan Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 2 Jan 2026 7:34 pm

Camp to be held in Thane district on January 18 to distribute 300 prosthetic limbs

The camp will be held by the Bharat Vikas Parishad in collaboration with the Divyang Kendra, Pune. The Kendra, which has been operational for 25 years, has already provided artificial limbs to 25,000 persons, says an official

The Hindu 2 Jan 2026 1:36 pm

Civic polls: Denied ticket, Shiv Sena leader stages protest march in Thane

Former Thane deputy mayor and Shiv Sena leader Rajendra Sapte, who was keen on contesting from ward number 25 (Kalwa), lost the chance after it went to the BJP as part of a seat-sharing deal

The Hindu 2 Jan 2026 11:53 am

Thane businessman cheated of Rs 50 lakh in fake cooking oil deal

The alleged fraud took place between August 2020 and May 2021, said the complainant, a resident of the Ambernath area. The accused persons have been identified as Pune residents Mukesh Pandey and Pallavi Raut

Mid Day 2 Jan 2026 10:08 am

Thane municipal corporation elections: Opposition alleges bias by officials over rejection of nomination papers

The Opposition leaders alleged that the returning officer showed bias in rejecting the nomination papers of Sena (UBT), MNS, VBA and independent candidates contesting from wards 16, 17 and 18

The Hindu 1 Jan 2026 11:52 am

Party-Hopping Sprint: Man Switches 3 Parties In 8 Days For Thane Civic Polls Ticket

The candidate, Mayur Shinde, filed his nomination papers on December 30, the last day for submissions, as a candidate of Ajit Pawars Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).

News18 31 Dec 2025 10:46 pm

Congress' Big 528-Seat Bet For Maharashtra Civic Polls: The Story Behind It

The Congress will contest a chunk of seats 528 across the Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal corporations, the most since 1999 in the January 15 civic body elections sans any alliance with big parties.

NDTV 31 Dec 2025 12:31 pm

BJPShiv Sena Split In 15 Municipal Corporations

The BJP and Shiv Sena have formed an alliance in Mumbai, Thane, Kalyan-Dombivli, Panvel, Nagpur and Jalgaon municipal corporations. In Mumbai, it has been decided that the BJP will contest 137 seats and the Shiv Sena 90 seats. In Jalgaon, the BJP will contest 46 seats, the Shiv Sena 23 and the Nationalist Congress Party 6 seats.

Deccan Chronicle 30 Dec 2025 11:44 pm

AIMIM announces candidates for Thane, Vasai-Virar civic polls

As of now, the party has finalised the names of five candidates from Mumbra in Thane city and three candidates from the Vasai-Virar region, says AIMIM president Imtiaz Jaleel

The Hindu 29 Dec 2025 2:52 pm

Man posing as ticket inspector nabbed on express train in Thane district

Thane: A 27-year-old man was arrested after he was caught masquerading as a railway ticket inspector onboard an express train in Maharashtras Thane district, the government railway police said on Monday. The incident occurred on the Tapovan Express plying between Manmad and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) on December 26, an official said. Surendra Rajendra Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 29 Dec 2025 1:37 pm

AAP announces debut in Bhiwandi, Navi Mumbai civic polls

The Aam Aadmi Party is entering the Bhiwandi and Navi Mumbai civic elections for the first time. The party plans to field candidates in a significant number of seats in both corporations. In Thane city, AAP will also contest elections. The campaign will focus on civic issues like roads, healthcare, water, and sanitation.

The Economic Times 27 Dec 2025 11:04 am

India imposes anti-dumping duty on two Chinese products

These duties were imposed as these products cold-rolled non-oriented electrical steel, and 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane or R-134a were exported to India from China at below normal prices

The Hindu 26 Dec 2025 5:25 pm

Five held for trying to sell 7-day-old baby for 6 lakh in Thane

The gang was paid 20,000 via UPI as token money, with the remaining balance of 5.8 lakh to be paid in cash, he said

The Hindu 26 Dec 2025 9:23 am

Thirupparankundram deepam row: what Sthaneeka Bhattars testified 30 years ago

When a row broke out over lighting ofKarthigaiDeepamat the hill inMadurai, fourSthaneekaBhattarsof theSubramaniaswami Temple testified that the lamp had been lit at theUchipillaiyar Temple since time immemorial

The Hindu 25 Dec 2025 10:31 pm

Maharashtra court convicts two Bangladeshi nationals for illegal stay

Thane: A court in Maharashtras Navi Mumbai has convicted two Bangladeshi nationals for entering and staying in India without valid passports. In his order of December 11, a copy of which was made available on Tuesday, Additional Sessions Judge (Belapur) C V Marathe, however, did not accept the prosecutions allegation of forgery of identity documents. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 24 Dec 2025 5:26 pm

Thane Traffic Alert: Heavy Vehicles Barred From Shahad Flyover | Check Diversions

The resurfacing work, scheduled from December 20, 2025 to January 10, 2026, is being carried out by Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation.

News18 24 Dec 2025 4:13 pm

Six-year-old Thane girl dies month after dog bite

Thane: A six-year-old girl from Maharashtras Thane died over a month after being bitten by a street dog, a civic official said on Wednesday. Her family members said she received timely treatment, including anti-rabies shots, and even celebrated her birthday before her condition suddenly worsened. Nisha Shinde was playing outside her home in the Diva Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 24 Dec 2025 2:13 pm

Girl, 6, Dies A Month After Dog Bite Despite Treatment In Maharashtra

A six-year-old girl from Maharashtra's Thane died over a month after being bitten by a street dog, a civic official said on Wednesday.

NDTV 24 Dec 2025 12:55 pm

HC quashes FIR against TV executives over casteist dialogue

Thane: The Bombay High Court has quashed a 12-year-old FIR against programming heads and media executives of a Marathi television channel over an alleged objectionable dialogue in a serial, holding that they had no role in its creation. The case stemmed from an episode of the serial Laxmi versus Saraswati, which allegedly contained a dialogue Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 24 Dec 2025 12:02 pm

68-Year-Old Man Loses Rs 23.5 Lakh In Cyber Fraud In Maharashtra

A 68-year-old man was allegedly cheated of Rs 23.5 lakh by cyber fraudsters who threatened him with digital arrest in Maharashtra's Thane district, police said on Monday.

NDTV 22 Dec 2025 2:40 pm

Was Bombay-Thane Train The First In India? Surprisingly, NO! 174 Years Ago On December 22, Uttarakhand Witnessed...

Indias first goods train travelled through Uttarakhand on December 22, 1851, to carry clay and construction materials for the Ganga Canal project.

News18 22 Dec 2025 10:41 am

Senior citizen duped of Rs 23.5 lakh on threat of digital arrest in Thane

THANE: A 68-year-old man was allegedly cheated of Rs 23.5 lakh by cyber fraudsters who threatened him with digital arrest in Maharashtra's Thane district, police said on Monday. This is a second such incident reported in the district this week, an official said. Based on a complaint, the Kalyan police have registered a case under relevant provisions of the Information Technology Act, Assistant Inspector Vinod Patil of Mahatma Phule police station said. The complainant alleged that two unidentified persons cheated him of Rs 23.5 lakh by threatening to place him under digital arrest and forced him to transfer money through online transactions between December 8 and 12, Patil said. 'Digital arrest' is a growing form of cybercrime in which fraudsters pose as law enforcement officials or personnel of government agencies and intimidate victims through audio/video calls. They hold the victims hostage and put pressure on them to pay money. He said that the accused allegedly contacted the victim on WhatsApp video calls and claimed that his bank transactions were suspicious and linked to alleged irregularities. The fraudsters told him that he could be placed under digital arrest, but assured him that they would help him avoid legal action if he cooperated, the officer said. He said that the accused repeatedly threatened the senior citizen and put pressure on him to make multiple online money transfers amounting to Rs 23.5 lakh. The fraud came to light after the victim narrated the incident to acquaintances and approached the police on realising he had been duped. We are analysing bank transaction details, call records and digital evidence to track down the accused, Patil said. SC entrusts CBI with unified, pan-India probe into digital arrest cases; seeks coorporation from States

The New Indian Express 22 Dec 2025 10:15 am

Good news for commuters: Travel time from Mumbai to Thane to cut to just 25 minutes; MMRDA is set to extend...; check details here

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is serving Mumbai with a traffic game-changer. The authorities have plans to extend the Eastern Freeway, and travelling from Mumbai to Thane will shrink to just 25 minutes. The move will be part of a bigger push to supercharge connectivity, slash congestion, and boost the region's economy.

DNA India 20 Dec 2025 8:16 pm

Leopard spotted in Thane, injuring several people

According to a Navghar police official, a few residents from Parijat housing society and some passersby were injured who were passing by on the Talav Road in Bhayandar East in the early hours

The Hindu 20 Dec 2025 2:28 am

Leopard Strays into Residential Complex in Thane District, Attacks 4 Persons

The leopard hid inside a room in the housing society for some time. Viral videos on social media showed the animal moving through a narrow space as well as on what appeared to be a staircase

Deccan Chronicle 19 Dec 2025 2:29 pm

Fire breaks out at Thane banquet hall, over 1,000 wedding guests escape unhurt

THANE: More than 1,000 wedding guests escaped without any injury after a fire broke out at a banquet hall in Maharashtra's Thane city, officials said on Friday. The incident occurred around 11 pm on Thursday at the marriage hall premises in the Ovala area along the Ghodbunder Road in the city, they said. According to Yasin Tadvi, chief of the Disaster Management Cell of the Thane Municipal Corporation, Mandap decoration materials kept outside a cabin on the lawn of 'The Blue Roof Club' caught fire. A wedding reception was underway at the venue at the time. The official said that 1,000 to 1,200 guests had gathered at the venue at the time of the incident. As soon as the fire was noticed, guests were safely moved out of the venue, preventing any casualties, he said. Fire officials said timely alertness and swift evacuation played a key role in averting a major tragedy. The firefighting operation involved two fire engines, one rescue vehicle, and one utility vehicle. An official said the fire was extinguished by around midnight. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, he added.

The New Indian Express 19 Dec 2025 9:47 am

Maharashtra: Massive Fire Breaks Out in Thane, No Report of Casualties

The Disaster Management team and fire department responded quickly, dispatching brigades to the scene.

Deccan Chronicle 19 Dec 2025 8:46 am

NCP (SP) aligning with Ajit Pawar's NCP would be like joining hands with BJP: Sena (UBT) leader Raut

MUMBAI: The NCP (SP) forging an alliance with the Ajit Pawar-led NCP for the Pune Municipal Corporation polls would be akin to joining hands with the BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut said on Thursday. Talking to reporters, Raut said he will meet NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar and hold discussions on various issues, including any understanding between the two rival factions for the Pune civic body polls. Having an alliance with Ajit Pawar would be akin to joining hands with the BJP. Ajit Pawar is an agent of the BJP, and any truck with him will mean strengthening the BJP, Raut said in response to a question. The NCP and NCP (SP) have held talks about joining hands for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections. Earlier this week, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis had said that the BJP and the NCP won't have an alliance in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal corporations, and there will be a friendly fight between the two Mahayuti allies. Besides the BJP and NCP, the ruling Mahayuti also has the Shiv Sena, led by Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, as a constituent. Raut said Pawar is positive about Uddhav Thackeray's Sena (UBT) and the Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena coming together for the civic body polls. He said the NCP (SP) will ally with the Sena (UBT) and MNS in Nashik and Thane. Raut further claimed that Shiv Sena's udget for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation polls was about Rs 10,000 crore and that the party would give Rs 10 crore to each candidate, but did not provide any details to back the claim. Elections to the 29 municipal corporations in the state will take place on January 15, and the counting will be held a day later. '96 lakh fake voters added': Raj Thackeray questions EC ahead of Maharashtra local body polls

The New Indian Express 18 Dec 2025 1:08 pm

Local polls: Firing at BJP candidate's office in Thane; security guard injured

The incident took place in the Ambernath area and was captured on CCTV cameras installed outside the office of Pawan Walekar, who is the BJP candidate for the Ambernath Municipal Council polls scheduled on December 20

The Hindu 17 Dec 2025 9:58 am

Paks Unique Way Of Respecting Peoples Will Is Jailing PM Giving Lifetime Immunity To Army Chief India At UNSC

United Nations, Dec 16: In a sharp retort, India ripped through Pakistans divisive agenda at the UN Security Council, calling out Islamabads unique way of respecting the will of its people by jailing a prime minister and giving lifetime immunity to its army chief. Indias Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni, delivered a strong response in the Security Council on Monday after Pakistans Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad raised the issues of Jammu and Kashmir and the Indus Waters [] The post Paks Unique Way Of Respecting Peoples Will Is Jailing PM Giving Lifetime Immunity To Army Chief India At UNSC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 16 Dec 2025 9:36 pm

'Sena (UBT) and MNS to ally': Sanjay Raut on Maharashtra civic polls; tie-up likely in Mumbai, other major cities

Estranged cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray are set to unite their Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS parties for upcoming civic polls in Mumbai, Thane, Pune, and Nashik. A formal announcement is expected next week, marking a significant political realignment after recent electoral setbacks. This alliance will contest elections in major cities, with local units deciding on tie-ups elsewhere.

The Times of India 16 Dec 2025 4:31 pm

Thane textile businessman duped of Rs 35 lakh; 4 booked

Thane: Police have registered a case against four Mumbai-based traders for allegedly cheating a textile businessman from Maharashtras Thane district of Rs 35 lakh, officials said on Tuesday. The accused purchased consignments of grey (unprocessed) cloth from the 42-year-old victim, a resident of Gayatri Nagar in Bhiwandi town, between June and November this year. However, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 16 Dec 2025 12:36 pm