Shinde emphasised the late (Shiv Sena founder) Balasaheb Thackeray's affection for the city, calling Mira Bhayander a "mini India" where Shiv Sena's strength lies in taking along all communities, including North Indian, Gujarati, and South Indian
12 January,2026 11:57 AM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent
The battle between the ruling Mahayuti alliance and the opposition has intensified ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections 2026
12 January,2026 10:50 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Police action will be initiated from Monday against the remaining 4,521 officers and employees who failed to report for training, polling-related work or other assigned duties despite repeated instructions
12 January,2026 10:39 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Referring to repeated assurances about eliminating gangs like the "Koyta gang," Fadnavis said supporting or nominating criminals was "absolutely wrong" and asserted that even if such candidates win elections, they would ultimately face jail, not positions in the municipal corporation
12 January,2026 10:00 AM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
