Author: Deshwale Political Desk

Mumbai — The Nationalist Congress Party is preparing for a crucial leadership transition as Sunetra Pawar is expected to be elected leader of the party’s legislature wing, a move that would clear the path for her appointment as Maharashtra’s next deputy chief minister. The party’s legislators are scheduled to meet in Mumbai on Friday to formally endorse her leadership. Senior party leaders have indicated that there is broad internal support for the move, reflecting a desire to ensure stability within the organisation and continuity in the state government. The development follows the sudden death of Ajit Pawar, a senior political…

The 270th session of the Rajya Sabha India’s Upper House of Parliament was formally inaugurated by Vice‑President Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan on Thursday. The opening address set the tone for the upcoming budget session and highlighted Parliament’s key role in shaping India’s future. In his inaugural speech, the Vice‑President greeted all members of the House and expressed satisfaction at India’s rapid economic growth. He noted India’s emergence as one of the world’s fastest‑growing major economies and highlighted its steady progress towards becoming the third‑largest economy globally, reinforcing the country’s growing global influence. Shri Radhakrishnan reminded members of their crucial role in…

पुणे जिले के बारामती में बुधवार ता. 28-01-2026 यानि आज सुबह एक चार्टर्ड विमान लैंडिंग के समय क्रैश हो गया, जिसमें महाराष्ट्र के उपमुख्यमंत्री अजित पवार सहित कुल पांच लोगों की मौत हुई है। विमान मुंबई से बारामती की ओर आ रहा था और जिला पंचायत चुनाव से जुड़े कार्यक्रमों में शामिल होने के लिए उतरने की कोशिश कर रहा था, तभी यह हादसा हुआ। प्रारंभिक जानकारी के अनुसार, सुबह करीब 8:45 बजे विमान बारामती एयरस्ट्रिप पर लैंडिंग के लिए अप्रोच कर रहा था। इसी दौरान विमान का नियंत्रण बिगड़ गया और वह रनवे से बाहर निकलकर ज़मीन से टकरा…

मुंबई बीएमसी चुनाव 2026 के नतीजों ने महाराष्ट्र की शहरी राजनीति में बड़ा बदलाव दर्ज किया है। बृहन्मुंबई महानगरपालिका सहित राज्य की कई प्रमुख नगर निकायों में सत्ताधारी गठबंधन को स्पष्ट बढ़त मिली है। चुनाव परिणामों को विकास, प्रशासनिक स्थिरता और शहरी बुनियादी ढांचे से जुड़े मुद्दों पर जनता की स्वीकृति के रूप में देखा जा रहा है। चुनाव परिणाम सामने आने के बाद प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने महाराष्ट्र के मतदाताओं का आभार व्यक्त करते हुए कहा कि जनता ने विकास, पारदर्शिता और सुशासन के पक्ष में मतदान किया है। उनके अनुसार यह जनादेश शहरी भारत में दीर्घकालिक योजनाओं और…

For nearly three decades, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation stood as the political fortress of the Shiv Sena and a symbol of its unmatched influence in Mumbai. Control of Asia’s richest civic body gave the party power over urban governance, local leadership networks, and the everyday functioning of the country’s financial capital. However, the 2026 BMC election results have dramatically altered this landscape. The Bharatiya Janata Party, along with its ally the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, emerged victorious and secured a clear majority, bringing an end to the long-standing dominance of the Shiv Sena faction led by Uddhav Thackeray. The election…

Mayawati is one of the most influential and complex political figures in modern Indian politics. Rising from a modest background in Delhi, she carved a path that took her from classrooms and social struggles to the highest office in India’s most populous state. Her journey reflects determination, discipline and an unwavering focus on social justice for marginalised communities. Humble Beginnings in Delhi Mayawati was born on January 15, 1956, in New Delhi. Her father, Prabhu Ram, worked as a post office employee and raised the family with limited resources. Struggles in Early Education While her brothers studied in private schools,…

Polling is underway across Maharashtra on Thursday for elections to 29 municipal corporations, including the crucial Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), marking the return of elected urban local bodies after a prolonged delay. Voting began in the morning and will continue till evening across major urban centres such as Mumbai, Pune, Thane, Nashik, Nagpur and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Election officials said polling is being conducted peacefully under enhanced security arrangements, with special focus on sensitive and high-turnout areas. According to official estimates, over 3.48 crore voters are eligible to participate in the civic polls, which will decide the leadership of local governing…

Maharashtra’s ongoing civic elections have brought the Ladki Bahin Yojana into sharp political focus. The scheme, which provides financial assistance to girls and aims to promote education and social welfare, has become the subject of a heated debate as the state government released the second instalment of funds just weeks before the elections. The Congress party has criticised the timing of the disbursement, alleging that the Mahayuti-led state government is attempting to influence women voters. Leaders argue that releasing funds immediately before elections is a strategic move designed to sway voter behaviour in favour of the ruling alliance. According to…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasised the long-lasting cultural and spiritual significance of Somnath Dham, saying it has played a vital role in awakening the collective consciousness of the nation. His remarks were shared on social media, quoting an ancient Sanskrit verse that honours the sacred site. Modi described Somnath Dham as a place with divine energy that has inspired generations over centuries. He noted that its spiritual force continues to light the path for people across India, guiding them with faith, courage and self-respect. In his message, the Prime Minister quoted a Sanskrit verse (Subhashitam) on the platform formerly…

Maharashtra’s recent local body elections have delivered a decisive boost to Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, signalling strong public endorsement of his leadership and strategic direction. The municipal council and nagar panchayat polls, conducted after nearly a decade-long hiatus, largely reflected the outcomes of the 2024 Vidhan Sabha elections, reaffirming Shinde’s influence across the state. The first phase of the elections saw the ruling Mahayuti alliance – comprising the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shinde’s Shiv Sena faction, and Ajit Pawar’s Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) – achieve notable success in rural and semi-urban constituencies. Preliminary results indicated the BJP securing the majority…