Maharashtra BMC Elections 2026: Who is Makarand Narwekar, Mumbai’s richest candidate? BJP leader has assets worth Rs 124.4 crore
Makarand Narwekar, the BJP candidate from Ward 226 in Colaba, has been hogging the limelight for his declared assets worth Rs 124.4 crore, making him the richest candidate in the ongoing election. His net worth saw a staggering 1,900% rise from his 2012 assets of Rs 3.67 crore.
BMC Elections 2026: Who won for Shiv Sena (UBT)? Full list of Uddhav-Raj Thackeray camp winners
For the 2026 civic polls, the Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS formed a strategic alliance to “reclaim their heritage” in Mumbai. The UBT-MNS alliance showed strong performance in core areas like Dadar, Mahim, and Worli. As per the latest update, here are Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena winning candidates.
What is indelible ink row? Rahul Gandhi accuses ECI of ‘gaslighting citizens’ amid BMC elections 2026 results, says, ‘Vote chori is…’
The Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday has made strong allegation against Election Commission of gaslighting citizens over concerns about fading ‘indelible ink’. What is indelible ink?
Who is first winner of Mumbai BMC Election 2026? Meet winner from Dharavi Ward 183, check her net worth, education and more
Supporters across the state were seen celebrating on Friday as early trends from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections showed candidates leading in several key wards. Congress leader Asha Deepak Kale secured victory in Dharavi Ward 183.
Toll Plaza Rules: Cash payments to be banned? All you need to know
According to reports, the ministry is preparing for a seamless transition from cash to FASTag and UPI payments only, from April 1. Hence, commuters will be required to be prepared for the digital shift and make necessary arrangements.
Who is Shrikant Pangarkar? Gauri Lankesh murder accused wins from Ward 13 of Jalna Municipal Corporation
?Shrikant defeated his nearest rival, Raosaheb Dhoble of the BJP, who received 2,477 votes. He is accused of the 2017 murder of journalist Gauri Lankesh that triggered nationwide outrage. The journalist was shot dead outside her home in Bengaluru, Karnataka, on September 5, 2017.
Delhi Pollution: GRAP 3 curbs enforced in Delhi-NCR as air quality likely to turn ‘severe’
GRAP 3 restrictions were revoked earlier this month after the air quality improved; however, several preventive and control measures under GRAP 1 and 2 continue across the NCR.
Delhi Metro commuters can now book bike taxis, cabs from these stations; details inside
According to the DMRC, the initiative is aimed at strengthening first- and last-mile access to the metro network and addressing the growing concern of air pollution in the city by promoting the use of environment-friendly and efficient modes of transport, as reported by PTI.
Iran protests: India to begin evacuation of citizens from the country, first flight on Friday
The violent protests in Iran started late last month after the national currency plunged to record lows, and have since spread to all 31 provinces of the Islamic Republic. The demonstrations continue to escalate across Iran, and thousands of people have reportedly been killed.
Amid Iran tensions, India issues advisory for citizens in Israel: ‘Avoid all non-essential travel’
The official advisory comes as protests continue to escalate across Iran, with reports of clashes between protesters and security forces, resulting in the killing of thousands of people, according to news reports. Here are more details on this.