Abigail Spanberger makes history as Virginias first female governor
Democrat Abigail Spanberger is set to become Virginias first female governor, marking a historic milestone for the state where only men have held the office since 1776. Her victory over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears also returns the governors seat to Democratic control
World Bank chief Ajay Banga joins Gaza redevelopment Board of Peace
Indian-American World Bank Group President Ajay Banga has been appointed to the Board of Peace for Gaza redevelopment as part of US President Donald Trumps comprehensive plan to end the conflict. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is also among the founding Executive Board members
New Zealands easy win in the second ODI has showed how this country, of low-profile sportspersons, keeps pulling off performances out of the ordinary, time and again
Musks xAI sued as Grok accused of generating exploitative AI deepfakes
Ashley St Clair, the mother of one of Elon Musks children, has filed a lawsuit in New York against Musks AI company xAI, alleging that its chatbot Grok enabled the creation of sexually exploitative deepfake images of her. The 27-year-old claims the images including altered photos from her teenage years caused severe emotional distress
US woman, 27, expecting 10th child after having nine with four partners
A 27-year-old woman from the United States, Whittney Dawn, who has nine children from four different partners, is expecting her tenth child. Beginning with a teen pregnancy 11 years ago, Dawn says her current partner is supportive of her large family. Despite criticism online over her lifestyle choices, she remains firm about continuing to grow her
Ailing Kerala student fulfils arts fest dream, wins poster contest online
A girl battling a serious illness was allowed to participate online in the Kerala School Arts Festival and secured an A grade, marking a first in the events history. Speaking to reporters at the festival venue in Thrissur, Sivankutty said that the girl told him that she was moving closer to death and her wish was to take part in the festival
PM Modi launches Rs 3,250-cr rail projects in Bengal, targets TMC ahead of polls
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday rolled out major rail and road projects worth Rs 3,250 crore in West Bengal and stepped up his attack on the Trinamool Congress ahead of the state elections. Alleges TMC is blocking welfare schemes and conspiring with illegal immigrants
Dilnoor files complaint after threat call demanding Rs 10 crore from B Praak
Punjabi singer Dilnoor has approached the Mohali police after allegedly receiving a threat call demanding Rs 10 crore as ransom from singer B Praak, with the caller claiming links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang
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Uddhav Thackeray leveled accusations against DCM Eknath Shinde, suggesting that his apprehension towards the BJP was evident in his decision to move newly elected corporators to a hotel, aiming to thwart potential party switches.
Amid ongoing power-sharing discussions with the BJP, the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena has gathered its 29 new corporators at a prominent Mumbai hotel. With aspirations to secure the mayor's role for the initial 2.5 years and crucial committee positions, the Sena argues for justice in representation.
Kite argument: Two booked for hitting 10-yr-old in Mumbai
Mumbais water supply to be affected for 3 days from Jan 20 to Jan 22
Mumbai: Director of Audit firm held in 30 crore crypto fraud
BJP hints it will keep Shiv Sena at a distance in Thane house
Mumbai: BMC new house to get 10 nominated corporators for the first time, BJP to get maximum share.
Chinese manja slashes Andheri schoolboy's throat in Jaipur on Makar Sankranti
Road to the Opinion Poll: Goa between Maharashtra and identity
MARIA DO CEU RODRIGUES The First General Election was held in Goa in December 1963. The status of Goa was the main bone of contention in the elections. MGP wanted Goas merger into Maharashtra lock, stock and barrel. UGP opposed merger tooth and nail. In the House of 30 members, the MGP bagged 14 and []
Mumbai Cong issues notice to MLCBhai Jagtap for anti-party statements
BJP-Mahayuti sweeps BMC, major civic bodies; Opposition cries foul over 'missing voters'
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its Mahayuti allies swept the Maharashtra civic elections, winning 25 of 29 municipal corporations, including the prestigious BMC. This marks a significant shift in power, ending the Thackeray family's nearly three-decade dominance over the BMC.
Unwed egg donors: Mumbai police bust international surrogacy racket
Kalyan-Dombivali teachers shine in TET; 21 of 35 clear exam on first attempt
A total of 35 teachers from KDMC schools appeared for the TET conducted by the Maharashtra State Examination Council, Pune, on November 23, 2025. The results were declared on Friday, confirming that 21 teachers had successfully passed the examination
AIMIM To Fight Independently In Telangana Civic Polls
Speaking at the party office after AIMIMs strong showing in Maharashtra municipal polls, where it won at least 114 warsd, Owaisi described the results as a resounding victory: Reports
Padu was deployed in Mumbai wards during vote counting after technical issues with EVMs
Senior citizen from Navi Mumbai cheated of Rs 4 crore by cyber fraudsters
Mumbai: 73-year-old bedridden housewife perishes in Lokhandwala fire
Swiss tourist reports mobile theft at Mumbai airport
Teen stabbed to death by lover`s minor brother in Delhi`s Rohini
An 18-year-old was allegedly stabbed to death by a group of minors at a park in Delhis Rohini after being lured through social media over a relationship dispute. Five juveniles have been apprehended and the weapon recovered.
Mumbai roads like Coastal Road and Sea link closed for traffic during Tata Marathon 2026
Delhi records 4.4 degree celsius minimum, AQI hits severe category at 416
The national capital on Saturday recorded a minimum temperature of 4.4 degrees celsius, which was 3.2 notches below the season`s average, according to the India Meteorological Department
People Free To Choose: Asaduddin Owaisi To NDTV On 'B-Team' Allegations
Taking allegations of being the 'B-Team' of the BJP head on, AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi has said the reason his party is doing well in states like Bihar and even the Maharashtra civic polls is that it actually has a gameplan to fight the BJP.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis wittily responded to Uddhav Thackeray's mayoral aspirations, questioning if 'Deva' referred to him or God. Fadnavis asserted that the Mahayuti alliance, led by BJP and Eknath Shinde, will collectively decide the BMC mayor's selection and tenure, following their victory in the civic body elections.
Congress Nana Patole urges state to hold local body elections on ballot paper
The former Maharashtra Congress chief questioned why the state continues to insist on EVMs and suggested that this decision might be serving certain interests. In his letters to CM Fadnavis and the poll body, he highlighted multiple issues faced by voters during the recent civic body polls
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Maximum Hits, Fewer Misses: BJPs Strike Rate Leaves Oppn Battered In Maharashtra Civic Polls
The poll results point to a broader political reality: elections are increasingly being decided by efficiency in candidate selection, booth-level mobilisation, and vote transfer
Scientists discover naturally mummified cheetahs in Saudi Arabian caves
Hidden deep within the dry caves of northern Saudi Arabia, cheetahs lay undisturbed for centuries their bodies slowly preserved by desert air, time and silence. Now, scientists have uncovered a rare natural phenomenon: the mummified remains of cheetahs that offer a striking glimpse into the Arabian Peninsulas long-lost wildlife
They will likely be kept there till the Mayoral choice is finalised, sources from the party told The Hindu
Tagged Vulture from Maharashtras Melghat Found Exhausted in Vijayapura Farm
The tagged vulture, discovered in a farm in Gotyal village, was rescued by emergency services and linked to a wildlife tracking initiative aimed at studying its movements.
Meet 6 Non-Muslims from Owaisi's AIMIM Who Won Maharashtra Municipal Polls
Three of the six non-Muslim candidates from AIMIM were from Sambhajinagar.
The cabinet, chaired by CM Devendra Fadnavis, also okayed the revised cost and the State's share for the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP-2), aimed at improving suburban rail and urban mobility infrastructure
The Maharashtra cabinet has approved several key decisions. These include extending toll exemption for electric vehicles on the Atal Setu. The Mumbai Police Housing Township project will build 45,000 homes. A multi-modal hub for fruits and vegetables is planned for Thane. The cabinet also sanctioned 1,000 electric buses for Pune.
`Khalistani, Bangladesh-based terror outfits may attempt to target Delhi`
According to sources from the Intelligence Bureau (IB), Punjab-based gangsters are acting as foot soldiers for Khalistani and radical handlers operating from abroad, as they continue to establish links with Khalistani terror elements
Maharashtra NEET PG 2025 counselling round 3: Registration begins on January 19, check details here
Maharashtra NEET PG 2025 Round 3 counselling opens January 19-26, 2026, following revised NBE qualifying criteria. This offers a fresh chance for candidates who missed earlier rounds, didn't join Round 2 seats, or now meet the updated cut-off. A detailed schedule guides applicants through registration, choice filling, and physical joining, aiming to secure MD, MS, and DNB seats.
Following BMC election results, Uddhav Thackeray asserted Shiv Sena (UBT) remains strong despite BJP's alleged betrayal and attempts to buy loyalty. The Thackeray-led alliance secured significant wins in Mumbai's Marathi heartland, though they lost control of the BMC after nearly three decades to the Mahayuti alliance.
Did soft Hindutva hit Uddhav hard? Behind the setback of Thackeray brand in BMC
The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) and Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) combine had framed the BMC polls as a battle to save the Marathi manoos and Mumbai, projecting the contest as both an assertion of regional pride and a referendum on the Thackeray legacy. The reunion of Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray after nearly two decades was billed as an acid test for the Thackeray brand.
73-year-old woman dies as blaze engulfs Lokandwala building in Mumbai's Andheri
A 73-year-old woman tragically died after a fire erupted in a residential building at Lokandwalas Breeze housing society in Andheri (West). Firefighting teams responded swiftly, bringing the blaze under control within an hour. The victim was found unconscious and later declared dead at Cooper Hospital.
BJP is expanding as political space of other parties shrinking in Maharashtra
Mumbai: Riding on the momentum from its strong showing in the November 2024 assembly elections, the BJP has further expanded its footprint in Maharashtra even as the political bases of other parties are shrinking, a party office-bearer said on Saturday, January 17. The assessment by the BJPs chief spokesperson, Keshav Upadhye, was based on the 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 .
A Owaisi's Message As AIMIM Puts Up Grand Show In Maharashtra Civic Polls
Thanking the people of Maharashtra for electing 125 of its candidates as corporators in various Municipal Corporations in the western state, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday said the parties that lost the polls should introspect.
Maharashtra is presenting its investment potential at the World Economic Forum 2026. The state highlights its ability to convert ambition into measurable outcomes through scale, speed, and policy certainty. Maharashtra has attracted significant FDI, focusing on sunrise sectors and strengthening traditional manufacturing.
Maharashtra politics: BJP expands footprint as rivals shrink
The BJP has expanded its political presence in Maharashtra. This follows a strong performance in the November 2024 assembly elections. The party also achieved stellar results in recent civic polls across 29 municipal corporations. The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is set to govern 25 of these corporations. Other parties have seen their political bases shrink significantly.
Mumbai BMC Election: MIM beats SP in minority belt, sweeps all 6 Govandi seats
In a surprising twist in Mumbai's civic landscape, the AIMIM, under the dynamic leadership of Owaisi, has made waves by clinching eight seats, notably dethroning the Samajwadi Party from its Govandi bastion. The SP's prolonged dominance faced backlash from the youth, who rallied behind AIMIM's promising local candidates.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Kingmaker politics at play in Bhiwandi
In a surprising turn of events, the Bhiwandi-Nizampur Municipal Corporation elections have led to a hung assembly, disrupting the usual political landscape. The Congress party captured the most seats, totaling 30, but the BJP and Shiv Sena alliance boasts a combined 34, leaving them just shy of a clear majority.
Women Votes To Local Issues, How AIMIM Emerged Big In Maharashtra Civic Polls
Led by party supremo Asaduddin Owaisi, AIMIM has won 125 seats across key municipal corporations in Maharashtra, which not only sharply expanded its footprint but also altered the state's traditional political equations.
Team Uddhav Candidate Wins From Thane Ward Where Eknath Shinde Lives
Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena has emerged as the single-largest party in the Thane Municipal Corporation in Maharashtra; however, he has lost a key seat in Ward 13 to the rival Thackeray camp.
Raj Thackeray admits MNS's poor BMC polls performance, vows to fight for Marathi manoos
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray has accepted his party's disappointing performance in the BMC elections. He stated the contest was between 'Shiv Shakti and money power'. Despite the setback, Thackeray urged party workers to remain steadfast in their commitment to Marathi manoos and Marathi asmita. He assured that MNS corporators would challenge any actions against Marathi interests.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Congress Leads in 4 Cities, No. 2 in 5; 5 Key Takeaways
Congress has emerged as the main Opposition force in Maharashtra, outside the Mumbai region.
NCP factions join hands for Maharashtra Zilla Parishad, Panchayat Samiti polls
Announcement has come in the wake of the severe drubbing the two NCP factions received in the Pune civic elections, where the BJP stunned the Pawars in their traditional stronghold, clinching 119 seats, with Ajit Pawar-led party coming in distant second with 27, and its ally NCP (SP) managing just three seats
NCP unity for Maharashtra ZP, Panchayat Samiti polls
Factions of the Nationalist Congress Party, led by Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar, will unite for upcoming Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections. This decision follows a significant defeat in Pune civic polls. The alliance aims to contest 12 Zilla Parishads together. The elections are scheduled for February 5, with vote counting on February 7.
Maharashtra civic poll result emphatic endorsement of Mahayutis development agenda: Shinde
THANE, Jan 16: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday thanked voters for the Mahayutis stellar performance in the polls to 29 municipal corporations and said the verdict was an emphatic endorsement of the state governments development agenda. The Shiv Sena won 75 seats in Thane, followed by 28 seats for alliance partner BJP. The NCP won nine seats, while the NCP (SP) emerged victorious on 12 seats. The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) won five seats. The Uddhav [] The post Maharashtra civic poll result emphatic endorsement of Mahayutis development agenda: Shinde appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Maharashtra civic poll results 2026: Mahayuti sweeps, ends Shiv Senas 25-year reign in BMC
'Battle is not over': Thackeray cousins 1st reaction on Mumbai BMC election result
Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS leaders declared the fight for Marathi identity and dignity is far from over following BMC election results. Despite limited success, both parties vowed to fiercely protect Marathi interests against perceived attempts to undermine them. Raj Thackeray urged elected representatives to remain resolute, emphasizing the long-term nature of their struggle for a prosperous Maharashtra.
BJPs saffron sweep: 1,425 seats, 20 corporations in Maharashtra civic polls
Mumbai: The BJP has swept the 2026 civic polls, winning 1,425 of 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations, and wresting control of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) from Uddhav Thackeray, ending his familys three-decade-old dominance in the cash-rich civic body. The BJP won 89, and ally Shiv Sena bagged 29 seats in the 227-member BMC, 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 .
Mumbai Voted for Balance | BMC Elections | BJP vs Shiv Sena UBT
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation results need to be read carefully, without emotion overriding arithmetic and without arithmetic dismissing sentiment.Across Maharashtra, the BJP delivered a clear and decisive performance in municipal corporations. Its organisational strength, campaign discipline and alliance management translated into numbers. That reality stands firm and undisputed.Mumbai, however, once... The post Mumbai Voted for Balance | BMC Elections | BJP vs Shiv Sena UBT appeared first on HW News English .
From Gauri Lankesh murder accused to gangster kin: How Maharashtra voted for tainted corporators
Maharashtra civic polls saw controversial wins, including two relatives of jailed gangster Suryakant Andekar elected in Pune. In Jalna, Shrikant Pangarkar, an accused in journalist Gauri Lankesh's murder, secured a victory as an independent. These results have sparked significant public debate and criticism.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Mumbais crorepati corporators set to rock the house
In a stunning turn of events, affluent candidates dominated the recent municipal elections in Maharashtra, particularly within Mumbai's civic body. The BJP and Shiv Sena-led Mahayuti alliance achieved remarkable victories across various corporations, indicating a significant shift in the local governance arena, buoyed by the presence of several wealthy corporators among the winners.
Maharashtra civic polls: From Fadnavis, AIMIM to Thackerays, here are 10 biggest winners and losers
The Maharashtra civic elections 2026 saw the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance achieve a significant victory, securing over 1,800 seats statewide and ending Shiv Sena's long-held control of the BMC. Devendra Fadnavis and the BJP emerged as major winners, while Uddhav Thackeray's Sena and the Congress faced substantial setbacks. The results underscore a shift in urban Maharashtra's political landscape.
Congress fell short of its BMC election target, securing 24 seats, seven less than in 2017. The party cited defections, lower spending, and reduced media visibility. Despite challenges, Congress aims to retain its 24 elected corporators and sees the outcome as a positive step, particularly in Muslim-dominated areas, with a focus on future public service.
This battle is not over...: Shiv Sena (UBT) reacts to BMC loss
Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) (UBT) on Saturday gave its first reaction following the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, striking a defiant tone and signalling that the political fight in Maharashtra is far from over and will continue until the Marathi community receives the respect it deserves.
MAHA TET 2025 Results Declared By Maharashtra State Council
MAHA TET 2025 conducted on November 23, 2025, with over 2 lakh candidates registered.
Donald Trump issues wave of pardons, including repeat offender
In 2024, she and her brother, Andres, were convicted in a separate case, this one involving lying to manufacturers to sell wholesale groceries and additional items at big discounts after pledging that they were meant for sale in Mexico or to prisoners or rehabilitation facilities.
Maharashtra civic polls: BJP sweeps local elections, clinches 1,425 seats across 29 corporations
The Bharatiya Janata Party has achieved a significant victory in Maharashtra. They have become the single largest party in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, ending the Shiv Sena's long-standing control. The BJP also secured a decisive win in Pune, defeating the Nationalist Congress Party alliance. These results mark a major shift in the state's political landscape.
Donald Trump praises Iran for cancelling planned executions amid protests
Thank you! Trump posted. Those sentiments come after Trump spent days suggesting that the US might strike Iran militarily if its government triggered mass killings during widespread protests that swept that country but now have quieted.
Congress Vs Congress After BMC Polls Rout; BJP Takes Potshots: 'Kaam Chori, Not Vote Chori'
The BJP also compared the situation in Maharashtra with factional disputes within the Congress across several states.
Fadnavis leads BJP to landslide civic poll victory in Maharashtra
The results mark his first major electoral success since returning as CM in 2024 and highlight his ability to deliver with minimal involvement from central leadership
Venezuelan opposition leader confident on democracy, vague on next steps
This has nothing to do with a tension or decision between Delcy Rodrguez and myself, she said, before pivoting to vague assertions about her party`s popular mandate and the government`s dismal human rights record.
Trump unveils Gaza Board of Peace, taps Ajay Banga, Tony Blair among others
CEO of Apollo Global Management, Marc Rowan, and US Deputy National Security Adviser, Robert Gabriel, are also on the list.
BJPs Maharashtra civic poll win reflects rejection of divisive propaganda: Annamalai
The Mahayuti alliance secured a significant victory in Maharashtra's local body elections. BJP leader K Annamalai stated that voters have shown trust in the 'triple-engine leadership'. He added that the people rejected divisive propaganda. The alliance's success in the BMC and Pune elections marks a major win for development-focused governance.
MAHA TET result 2025 released at mahatet.in: Direct link to download scorecards here
The Maharashtra State Council of Examination has announced the MAHA TET Result 2026 for Paper 1 and Paper 2 on its official website. Conducted on December 24, 2025, the results were released after final answer key verification. Candidates can check scorecards online from January 16, with subject-wise marks and qualifying status displayed.
From 40 A Day To Nearly 500: Crimes Against Children In India Surge 12-Fold In Two Decades
An analysis of the data between 2014 and 2023 shows that over half of the cases were reported from just six states---Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, UP, Rajasthan, Assam & Bihar
Amazon, JioMart and others fined Rs 44 lakh over illegal walkie-talkie sales
Notices were issued to 13 e-commerce entities Chimiya, JioMart, Talk Pro, Meesho, MaskMan Toys, TradeIndia, Antriksh Technologies, Vardaanmart, IndiaMart, Meta Platforms Inc. (Facebook Marketplace), Flipkart, Krishna Mart, and Amazon, following the identification of over 16,970 non-compliant product listings across platforms
Sun Pharma launches skin cancer treatment drug in US
Unloxcyt (cosibelimab-ipdl) is now available in the US for healthcare professionals to prescribe for adults with metastatic cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (mCSCC) or locally advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (llaCSCC) who are not candidates for curative surgery, the Mumbai-based drug major said in a statement.
India will lead the world in new startup trends, says PM Modi
Speaking at a mega event marking a decade of the flagship programme Startup India, Modi asked the founders and entrepreneurs to work on new ideas and solve problems, all the while keeping a sharp focus on quality products
South Koreas former president Yoon sentenced to five years in prison
The court ruled that Yoon obstructed investigators attempting to detain him, violated the rights of Cabinet members who were not consulted on his martial law plan, and drafted and later destroyed a revised martial law proclamation after the decree was lifted
New Antarctica map reveals hidden landscape beneath the ice
The map will guide future radar surveys and improve computer models of ice flow, helping predict Antarctic contributions to global sea-level rise, though further surveys are needed
Canada agrees to cut tariff on Chinese EVs in return for benefits
Carney made the announcement after two days of meetings with Chinese leaders. He said there would be an initial cap of 49,000 vehicles on Chinese EV exports to Canada, growing to 70,000 over five years
Study shows horses detect fear in humans through scent
Samples were taken from people while they watched a scary video and a joyful video, as well as a neutral sample, and later placed on the nostrils of 43 different female horses
Despite losing control of Mumbai, the Thackeray cousins, Uddhav and Raj, successfully defended their stronghold in South and Central Mumbai's Marathi heartland. The Sena (UBT)-MNS combine retained most seats in areas like Dadar-Mahim and Worli, winning against the Mahayuti in fierce prestige battles. This performance solidified their base even as some former corporators switched allegiances.
BMC elections 2026: Winners and losers in Mumbai civic polls
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Maharashtra civic elections 2026 have marked a decisive shift in the urban political landscape. Held after a delay of nearly four years due to legal challenges and prolonged administrator rule, the elections were widely seen as a test of governance credibility and of existence for some
Mumbai's 2026 civic elections saw a significant shift, with the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) weakened by the 2022 party split. The BJP-Shinde Sena alliance leveraged infrastructure development and a 'triple engine sarkar' narrative to gain ground, while the Sena (UBT) struggled with resources and a narrower voter appeal.
