A significant number of unopposed victories, totaling 39 across four civic bodies near Mumbai, have sparked opposition allegations of bias and coercion. The State Election Commission will investigate these claims, particularly concerning withdrawals favouring BJP and Shinde Sena candidates. This early advantage for the ruling alliance has drawn criticism from various parties.

A shocking incident has emerged from Maharashtra’s Nagpur, where parents tied their 12-year-old son with iron chains and padlocks to correct his “misbehaviour”.

The Tamil Nadu Congress has landed in fresh trouble ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, with MP Jothimani openly flagging internal conflict and another party functionary resigning