Maharashtra Zila Parishads, Panchayat Samitis Polls On February 5
Elections to 12 Zilla Parishads (ZP) and 125 Panchayat Samitis in Maharashtra will be held on February 5, and counting of votes will be taken up on February 7, a senior official said on Tuesday.
Project Costs Inflated: Ajit Pawar's Big Claim About 1999 Sena-BJP Government
Maharashtra Chief Minister Ajit Pawar - amid differences with ally BJP over party leader Nawab Malik and the corruption allegations against him -- has made some startling claims that have added a major twist in Maharashtra politics
Maharashtra zilla parishad, panchayat samiti polls to be held on February 5
The schedule was announced a day after the Supreme Court extended the January 31 timeline for completing the poll process for local body elections by two weeks
Maharashtra: Zilla parishads, panchayat samitis elections to be held on Feb 5; check details
The election schedule was announced a day after the Supreme Court extended the January 31 timeline for completing the poll process for local body elections by two weeks.
Mumbai local polls: Candidate gets legal notice for Palestine bag
Revolutionary Workers Party of India (RWI) candidate Pradnya Prabhulkar was served a legal notice by the Maharashtra Police after one of her supporters was seen carrying a bag with artwork of a Palestinian flag while campaigning in the Mumbai Municipal Corporation elections. Prabhulkar, who is contesting from Ward no 140, was issued the notice on 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 .
Maharashtra: Elections in 12 zilla parishads and 125 panchayat samitis on Feb 5
Maharashtra will hold elections for 12 Zilla Parishads and 125 Panchayat Samitis on February 5. Vote counting is scheduled for February 7. The State Election Commission announced the poll schedule, triggering the model code of conduct. Over 25,000 polling stations are being set up.
On Post-Poll Ties With BJP In Mumbai Civic Body, Ajit Pawar's Emphatic No
Ajit Pawar, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, brushed away the possibility of aligning with the BJP after the civic elections in Mumbai.
Iran unrest hits Indian basmati rice exports, prices slide sharply at home
Civil unrest in Iran has disrupted Indias basmati rice exports, causing payment delays, shipment uncertainty and a sharp drop in domestic prices. Exporters have been urged to adopt secure payments and diversify markets, as Iran remains Indias top basmati destination and the biggest near-term risk to the trade
Bank of Maharashtra is recruiting 600 apprentices for a one-year training program. Graduates can gain banking experience and receive a Rs 9,000 monthly stipend. Applicants need a bachelor's degree, local language proficiency, and must be between 20-28 years old. An application fee applies. This is a great chance for freshers to learn about public sector banking.
Friedrich Merz concludes Gujarat visit; India-Germany ties set for major boost
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz concluded his two-day India visit after high-level talks with PM Narendra Modi in Gujarat. The leaders agreed to deepen cooperation in defence, space, technology, trade and climate action
Maharashtra announces four-day dry days in all major cities, including Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur
Maharashtra will observe a four-day alcohol ban from January 13 to 16 across 29 civic body areas to ensure peaceful municipal corporation elections on January 15. Stock markets will also be closed on polling day, with counting scheduled for January 16. Mumbai has also declared January 15 a public holiday.
Operation Sindoor ongoing, warns Army chief
Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi on Tuesday said Operation Sindoor remains ongoing and any future misadventure by the adversary will be effectively countered. He noted that the operation reset strategic assumptions by targeting terror infrastructure deep across the border, while adding that the situation along the LAC with China
Maharashtra Govt Agrees To Grant 2-Day Emergency Parole To 'International Criminal' Abu Salem
The state government informed the Bombay High Court that since Salem is an international criminal, he cannot be released without an escort party.
Jharkhand on health alert after suspected Nipah cases in West Bengal
Jharkhand has issued a health alert after two suspected Nipah virus cases were reported in neighbouring West Bengal. The state health department has led surveillance, rapid reporting and public awareness measures across all districts to prevent a possible outbreak. The Centre has assured full support to West Bengal
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar justified aligning with Sharad Pawar's NCP faction for local polls, citing a need to avoid vote splitting. He asserted this would not impact his ties with CM Devendra Fadnavis, comparing the situation to past alliances between BJP and Shiv Sena in local elections.
Maharashtra Minister Shares Video Of Group Of Men Urging Residents To Vote Against BJP
Rane shared a video, showing a group of men urging votes against BJP and a candidate accused of stopping azan ahead of BMC elections.
At 3 deg Celsius, Delhi wakes up to coldest January morning in 3 years
Delhi experienced its coldest January morning in three years on Tuesday, with the minimum temperature dropping to 3 degree C, significantly below normal. The IMD warned that cold wave conditions are likely to persist, while the citys air quality worsened to the very poor category, with Anand Vihar recording severe AQI levels
Who is Erfan Soltani? Iranian protester to face first reported hanging
Erfan Soltani was arrested on January 8 for allegedly participating in protests against Irans Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. What initially began as demonstrations driven by economic hardship has since escalated into widespread unrest, openly challenging the Iranian leadership
Liquor, drugs, weapons seized in Maharashtras Nanded ahead of civic polls
Nanded: Ahead of the civic body polls, enforcement agencies have seized a large quantity of liquor, ganja, and some weapons in Maharashtras Nanded district, officials said. As many as 929 persons have been booked or externed under legal provisions, they said. Elections to 29 municipal corporations in the state, including Nanded, are scheduled on January 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 .
Iran allows some foreign calls as internet remains cut after protests
Some Iranians in Tehran were able to call abroad even as the internet remains cut off following nationwide protests that have left at least 646 dead. Several people in Tehran were able to call The Associated Press and speak to a journalist there. The AP bureau in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, was unable to call those numbers back
Do not like this, I have a secular mindset: Ajit Pawar condemns communal remarks amid BMC polls
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], January 13 (ANI): Nationalist Congress Party chief and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Tuesday condemned the Brihanmumbai Municipal Elections (BMC) being given a communal angle. As he reaffirmed that he has a secular mindset, he said that in such a diverse country like India, everyone is equally a citizen. I do not like this at all, I have a secular mindset. The ideology of Ambedkar does not teach us this. I just have to say that our country is so big, and those who stay in this country are all Indians. If someone is committing
BMC polls: Guardian minister Ashish Shelar campaigns for 32-year-old media advertiser in Lokhandwala
State minister Ashish Shelar backed BJP candidate Sayali Kulkarni for Ward 60, promising tech-driven solutions and critiquing Uddhav Thackeray. Kulkarni outlined plans for an upgraded lifestyle, focusing on clear roads and transparent governance, supported by various community groups. Local issues like pollution and hawker problems were briefly mentioned.
Power project scam in Mumbai: Company directors, MSEDCL official booked in fake bank guarantee case
Pune: BJP complains to EC over illegal hoardings by NCP, other parties
Maharashtra BJP general secretary Rajesh Pande has said the party has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission over illegal hoardings allegedly put up by its Mahayuti ally NCP and other parties in Pune ahead of the civic body polls. During an interaction here on Sunday. Chief Minister and senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis said 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 .
Another hindu killed in Bangladesh as violence against minorities escalates
A 27-year-old hindu auto-rickshaw driver, Samir Das, was stabbed to death in Bangladeshs Feni district, reportedly during an attempted vehicle theft. His killing is the ninth such incident against Hindus in 24 days, underscoring rising violence against minorities in the country
Mumbai woman abducted over son's Rs 80 lakh debt; loan sharks aide arrested
A 63-year-old woman was abducted and coerced into signing documents acknowledging an 80 lakh debt owed by her son to illegal money lenders. The incident, which occurred last month, saw the victim threatened with harm to her son. Police have arrested one associate of the main accused, who remains at large.
SOF NSO 2025-26 results released at results.sofworld.org/results: Direct link to download here
The Science Olympiad Foundation has released the NSO Level 1 results for the 202526 academic session. Students can check their scores online or through their schools. The exam was held on three dates in late 2025. Qualified candidates will appear for the Level 2 exam in February 2026, with a separate date for Maharashtra.
Mumbai campaigners long wait ends: Tiffin lady gets BMC poll ticket after 35 years
After 35 years of dedicated grassroots work, 58-year-old Bharati Pednekar, a Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate, is finally contesting the BMC elections in Parel.
Donald Trump announces 25 per cent tariffs on countries doing business with Iran
US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham praised the Trump decision to impose 25 per cent tariffs, saying that the US President`s decision in isolating the Khamenei regime economically is most impressive
Union Budget 2026 to be presented on February 1, says Lok Sabha Speaker
Answering queries during a press conference today on Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said that the union budget will be presented at 11 am on February 1 in the House
US revokes over 100,000 visas in 2025, including 8,000 student permits
We will continue to deport these thugs to keep America safe, the State Department said in a social media post on Monday
Vance and Rubio congratulate Sergio Gor as new US envoy to India
Gor, 39, arrived in New Delhi on January 9 to take up his new role as US Ambassador to India and Special Envoy to South and Central Asia
US accuses Russia of dangerous escalation in Ukraine as Trump pushes peace
Europe`s leaders condemned the attack using the Oreshnik as `escalatory and unacceptable,` and US envoy Bruce was equally tough on Monday
Five severed human heads found hanging on beach in Ecuador
The police attributed the incident to a conflict between criminal groups. Drug-trafficking networks with links to transnational cartels are active in the area and have used fishermen and their small boats for their illicit activities, according to authorities
Donald Trump posts acting president of Venezuela image, sparks online storm
The post consisted solely of an image that had acting president of Venezuela written beneath his photo where he has a grim face
Fadnavis shows old videos of feuding Thackeray cousins, says duo now fighting for survival
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attacked Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray. He stated the Mumbai civic body election is a survival battle for the cousins. Fadnavis asserted Mumbai is part of Maharashtra. He vowed to install a Mahayuti mayor and transform the city. The Chief Minister also discussed development projects and the economy.
New viruses discovered in orcas and pilot whales in the Atlantic
Five of were found in short-finned pilot whales, while two came from orcas. The viruses represent new species, which the team named shofin circovirus and orcin circovirus
Cosmic hamburger shows signs of planet formation, astronomers find
Using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA), a powerful array of 66 radio antennas located in northern Chile, the team discovered the first signs of planet formation in the dense gas layers of a system known as Gomezs Hamburger (GoHam)
Pro-government rallies held across Iran amid deadly protests
At least 544 people have been killed, and more than 10,681 individuals arrested and transferred to prisons amid protests in Iran during the unrest, according to the Human Rights News Agency
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declared the Mumbai civic polls a fight for the survival of Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, not the Marathi people. He highlighted development projects and criticized the previous MVA government's policies. Fadnavis vowed to install a Mahayuti mayor and transform the city, asserting the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance's victory.
Himachal Pradesh fire kills 8-year-old boy in Solans Arki area
The deceased boy was identified as Bihar resident Priyansh. An enquiry has been ordered into the fire that sparked around 2.45 am on Sunday, Solan Deputy Commissioner Manmohan Sharma said
BMC polls: With votes at stake, Malad candidates promise relief from traffic and neglect
At Poll Rally, Devendra Fadnavis Shows Old Clips Of Feuding Thackeray Cousins
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis slammed recently united Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav and MNS head Raj Thackeray, saying the January 15 Mumbai civic body election is the battle of survival for the cousins, and not for the Marathi people.
Its time to practise what you preach
With the BMC elections scheduled for Thursday, our sutradhaars share their well-researched wishlist, hoping that elected corporators will finally walk the talk, and offer respite to troubled Bombaywallahs
It is our duty to the help elderly cast their vote
The initiative was conducted by the municipal corporations SVEEP (Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation) team. A large number of senior citizens, including elderly women, took part enthusiastically in the drive
Mumbai weather today: Warm, partly cloudy, with lingering air quality concerns
Mumbai anticipates a warm, mostly dry Tuesday with partly cloudy skies and temperatures near 28C. Despite pleasant weather, yesterday's 'Poor' air quality, particularly PM2.5 and PM10, may persist, prompting mask use near busy roads. The week ahead promises sunny days, with slightly cooler nights mid-week, though humidity may rise later.
Indian-origin astronomer wins UK RAS Gold Medal
LONDON, Jan 12: US-based astronomer Professor Shrinivas Kulkarni has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal by the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) in London for his pioneering work in time-domain astronomy. Born in Maharashtra, Kulkarni is the George Ellery Hale Professor of Astronomy and Planetary Science at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). Over his 40-year []
Indian-origin astronomer wins UKs Royal Astronomical Society Gold Medal
LONDON, Jan 12 : US-based astronomer Professor Shrinivas Kulkarni has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal by the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) in London for his field-defining discoveries in time-domain astronomy. Maharashtra-born Kulkarni is the George Ellery Hale Professor of Astronomy and Planetary Science at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), where he has discovered a wide range of astronomical objects, including brown dwarfs and remote bursts of gamma rays. His RAS Gold Medal citation from last week recognises his [] The post Indian-origin astronomer wins UKs Royal Astronomical Society Gold Medal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Navi Mumbai: Over 40 animal rights activists visit NMMC chief over stray dog issue
Motorists welcome CMs announcement on linking Samruddhi & Eastern Freeway
Raigad police solve unidentified mans murder case, 2 held; key accused at large
Maharashtra ministers PA moves sessions court for bail in wife suicide case
22 Teams Participate In Boat Races
The participants from Kerala, Telangana, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh vied for the trophy
No One Can Separate Mumbai From Maharashtra: E Shinde On Thackerays' Charge
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who had to yield the driving seat to ally BJP for the Mumbai civic polls, hit back at the Opposition today, declaring that no one can ever break Mumbai from Maharashtra.
Maharashtra Poll Body Bars Advance Payment Under 'Ladki Bahin' Scheme During Poll Code
The State Election Commission on Monday barred the Maharashtra government from releasing the January instalment of the 'Ladki Bahin' scheme in advance, citing the enforcement of the model code of conduct for municipal elections.
Indian-origin astronomer wins UKs RAS Gold Medal
PTI London US-based astronomer Professor Shrinivas Kulkarni has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal by the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) in London for his field-defining discoveries in time-domain astronomy. Maharashtra-born Kulkarni is the George Ellery Hale Professor of Astronomy and Planetary Science at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), where he has discovered a wide []
Thane Court Convicts Man, Orders Double Compensation in 30 Lakh Cheque Bounce Case
The State Election Commission has halted the Maharashtra government's advance payment of 1,500 under the Ladki Bahin scheme to women beneficiaries due to the model code of conduct for municipal elections. This decision followed a Congress complaint alleging BJP's attempt to influence polls by disbursing the January payment early, though the December payment can proceed.
Sena manifesto promises to rid Thane of slums
Crimes against Mumbai women & kids up, cyber fraud dips
Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar admitted to AIIMS Delhi, condition stable
Former Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar was admitted to the cardiology department of AIIMS Delhi on Monday. Sources said his condition is stable. Dhankhar had resigned from the post in July 2025 citing health reasons
Air India receives first line-fit Boeing 787-9 in major milestone for airline
Air India marked a key milestone as its first line-fit, made-for-Air India Boeing 787-9 aircraft landed at IGI Airport, Delhi. The widebody jet features custom-configured cabins and signals the airlines push for a world-class flying experience
Mumbai is not Mahas alone: Ex-TN BJP chief
Mumbai can't be separated from Maharashtra: Fadnavis; slams Uddhav and Raj Thackeray
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis launched a sharp attack on Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, stating the BMC election is a battle for their survival, not for Marathi people. He asserted Mumbai's inseparable connection to Maharashtra and emphasized Marathi as the compulsory language in the state. Fadnavis expressed confidence that the Mahayuti alliance will win the Mumbai municipal corporation elections.
WPL games to be held behind closed doors
Not A 'Milap', But A 'Vilap': Eknath Shinde Slams Thackeray Brothers' Reunion
Shiv Sena supremo and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday asserted that no one can split Mumbai from Maharashtra.
Basic services inadequate, Kalina aspirants draw on local credibility
Supreme Court extends Jan 31 deadline by two weeks for completion of Maharashtra local body polls
Distribution of cash alleged in Koparkhairane
Advance payment under 'Ladki Bahin' scheme barred during poll code: Maharashtra poll body
The State Election Commission has prohibited the Maharashtra government from releasing an advance instalment of the 'Ladki Bahin' scheme due to the model code of conduct for municipal elections. This decision follows complaints that the government intended to disburse a combined Rs 3,000 for December and January as a pre-poll gift, a move opposed by the Congress.
Woman With 4 Children Allowed To Contest Nagpur Civic Polls. Law Says She Can't
Pushpa Waghmare, a mother of four, is contesting the Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections despite a law stating that candidates with more than two children cannot contest civic elections in Maharashtra.
Six Maharashtra assembly election losers contesting Mumbai civic body polls
Cong pick invokes SP mentors legacy, to take up core concerns
Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad residents see mega noisy Sunday as campaigning peaks
With only two days left before the official end of campaigning on Tuesday, January 13, candidates and party leaders intensified their outreach through rallies, roadshows, bike rallies, and door-to-door meetings
FIR registered against director of private company in Mumbai for duping 15 people of Rs 18.34 lakh
BMC elections: 705 polling booths to come up inside housing societies in Mumbai
Panchayat Advancement Index: Strengthening Data-Driven Decision-Making for rural transformation
Sushil Kumar Lohani, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj Across Indias villages, a silent but powerful shift is underway. From a panchayat in Maharashtra installing CCTV and streetlights after scoring poorly on the Women-Friendly Panchayat theme to a village in Gujarat launching rapid sanitation drives after weak scores in the Clean & Green Panchayat [] The post Panchayat Advancement Index: Strengthening Data-Driven Decision-Making for rural transformation appeared first on Northlines .
Will Kick Out Bihar, UP People If...: Raj Thackeray's Warning Ahead Of Mumbai Civic Polls
Raj Thackeray warned migrants from Bihar and UP against imposing Hindi in Maharashtra, stressing protection of Marathi language and culture at an MNS political gathering.
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 .
BMC election candidates promise pet parks, clinics and crematoriums in Mumbai
EC Stops Ladki Bahin Scheme Funds Transfer To Beneficiaries A Day Before Maharashtra Civic Polls
The move follows a request from the Congress, which had written to the Commission seeking a ban on fund distribution once the MCC came into effect.
SC extends January 31 deadline by two weeks for completion of Maharashtra local body polls
The court refused to entertain any fresh intervention application in the matter, saying those are only intended at delaying the election process and that all such petitions will be listed after the local body polls
Thackeray brothers reunite after 20 years: What it means for Maharashtra politics | Pulse Maharastra
The reunion of the Thackeray brothers after two decades has reshaped Maharashtra politics ahead of the Mumbai BMC elections. With Congress stepping out of the Maha Vikas Aghadi, Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray have come together, pitching the contest as a fight for Marathi identity and Mumbais future. The alliance poses a direct challenge to the BJP in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, Indias richest civic body, making the BMC polls a high-stakes political test with national implications. Anchor: Vinaya Deshpande Pandit Camera: Aditya Shirsekar Edit: Aditya Shirsekar
Supriya Sule interview | INDIA bloc will hold in 2029 despite temporary recalibrations
The last two-and-a-half years have been challenging politically for Ajit Pawar and for us, the senior NCP-SP leader said, speaking on a range of issues related to politics in Maharashtra with The Hindu
Stock exchanges to remain closed on January 15 for Maharashtra Municipal Elections
Equity, equity derivatives, and electronic gold receipts segments in both BSE and NSE will be shut for the entire day on Thursday; however, both exchanges will offer limited trading in commodity derivatives during evening hours
From Maharashtra to Tamil Nadu, has 'women first' become best poll bet for parties?
Political parties are increasingly targeting women voters, seen as kingmakers in elections. Ahead of Maharashtra's civic polls, the state government scheduled welfare payouts just before voting, drawing criticism from the Congress. Similarly, Tamil Nadu's DMK government expanded its women's welfare scheme and announced additional payments, also facing accusations of electoral timing.
The regular benefits of this scheme can be given but benefits cannot be given in advance and, new beneficiaries will not be able to be selected, the SEC said in a statement
