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Maharashtra polls: MMRC extends service hours for election day

Maharashtra polls: MMRC extends service hours for election day

The Maharashtra elections are scheduled to take place on November 20, with the vote counting set for November 23

Virar cash-for-votes case: Money, incriminating documents recovered from hotel

Vinod Tawde and the BJP denied the allegation. The BJP leader claimed he was in Nalasopara to provide guidance regarding election procedures and challenged the opposition parties to verify his activities

19 November,2024 06:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: 25,000 police personnel deployed in Mumbai

To manage traffic effectively, 144 officers and more than 1,000 personnel have been assigned, along with 4,000 Home Guards

19 November,2024 06:21 PM IST | Mumbai | Faizan Khan

Is this BJP's note jihad for votes: Uddhav takes dig at Vinod Tawde

BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde has been accused of distributing cash to voters in Palghar by regional outfit Bahujan Vikas Aghadi (BVA), an allegation denied by the party and its leader

19 November,2024 05:59 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI

Mumbai voter count crosses 1-crore mark

The voter breakdown includes 25,43,610 voters in the island city and 76,86,098 in the suburban areas. Among these, there are 54.67 lakh men, 47.61 lakh women, and 1,082 transgender voters

19 November,2024 05:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

CR and WR get new local trains trains four years

While WR is getting an AC local train with the hope of increasing services, CR is receiving a non-AC regular local train, which will mostly be used to replace older trains on the Harbour Line

19 November,2024 05:46 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar

Fishermen’s fury over 40-year neglect sparks election boycott and JNPT blockade

Despite an assurance from JNPA on August 13 to handle civic issues, nothing has been done. “They promised to clear garbage and provide infrastructure but haven’t even removed the waste,” said Paramanand. Villagers also highlighted the dire state of public toilets near the creek, which lack electricity and septic systems

19 November,2024 04:28 PM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar Menon

EC should conduct an impartial investigation: Vinod Tawde

A clash had unfolded in Virar area of Maharashtra after the Bahujan Vikas Aghadiparty workers confronted BJP's Vinod Tawde, accusing him of allegedly distributing cash to influence voters in the Vasai-Virar constituency

19 November,2024 04:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

BJP leader Vinod Tawde allegedly caught distributing cash for votes in Virar

BJP General Secretary Vinod Tawde was allegedly caught distributing Rs 5 crore in cash to influence votes in the Vasai-Virar constituency ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections

19 November,2024 03:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Rs 1.98 crore seized from Nashik hotel ahead of Maharashtra polls

Rs 1.98 crore in cash was seized from a hotel in Nashik ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections, raising concerns about electoral malpractice. The Expenditure Observer is investigating the source and intent of the cash

19 November,2024 01:27 PM IST | Nashik

Anil Deshmukh hospitalised after alleged attack during election campaign

Anil Deshmukh, former Maharashtra minister, was hospitalised following an alleged stone-pelting attack on his convoy during the election campaign. His son, Salil Deshmukh, accused the BJP of orchestrating the attack. The incident has heightened tensions in the run-up to the Maharashtra Assembly elections

19 November,2024 01:20 PM IST | Nagpur

Sanjay Raut criticises Maharashtra’s law and order under Devendra Fadnavis

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut blamed Maharashtra’s Home Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, for the deteriorating law and order in the state, citing an alleged attack on former minister Anil Deshmukh. Nagpur Police have launched an investigation, and additional security measures have been deployed

19 November,2024 12:56 PM IST | Mumbai
Anil Deshmukh hospitalised after alleged attack during election campaign

Anil Deshmukh hospitalised after alleged attack during election campaign

Anil Deshmukh, former Maharashtra minister, was hospitalised following an alleged stone-pelting attack on his convoy during the election campaign. His son, Salil Deshmukh, accused the BJP of orchestrating the attack. The incident has heightened tensions in the run-up to the Maharashtra Assembly elections

19 November,2024 01:20 PM IST | Nagpur
Sanjay Raut criticises Maharashtra’s law and order under Devendra Fadnavis

Sanjay Raut criticises Maharashtra’s law and order under Devendra Fadnavis

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut blamed Maharashtra’s Home Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, for the deteriorating law and order in the state, citing an alleged attack on former minister Anil Deshmukh. Nagpur Police have launched an investigation, and additional security measures have been deployed

19 November,2024 12:56 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbai revamps voting experience with new facilities and faster queues

Mumbai revamps voting experience with new facilities and faster queues

After witnessing low voter turnouts and long queues at polling centres during the recent Lok Sabha election, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken steps to make the voting process less taxing. According to officials, toilets and waiting rooms have been set up at polling centres

19 November,2024 12:46 PM IST | Mumbai | Sameer Surve
Your ultimate cheat sheet with 10 tips for a stress-free voting day

Your ultimate cheat sheet with 10 tips for a stress-free voting day

Prepare for the Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024 with these 10 essential tips. From finding your polling station to staying cool in queues, ensure a seamless and informed voting day on 20th November.

19 November,2024 12:45 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava
Your polling day guide: What stays open and what shuts in Maharashtra on Nov 20

Your polling day guide: What stays open and what shuts in Maharashtra on Nov 20

Find out what’s open and closed across Maharashtra on 20th November, as the state votes in the Assembly elections. A detailed guide for polling day

19 November,2024 12:44 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava

IN PHOTOS: EC sets up 'pink booth' at one of Mumbai's oldest art institutes

On the eve of the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024, the Election Commission set up a 'pink booth' at Sir JJ School of Art in Fort, Mumbai, on Tuesday. The pink polling booth is entirely managed by women officials. The idea behind setting up these booths is to create a conducive and encouraging atmosphere for women voters (PICS/SHADAB KHAN)

19 November,2024 05:45 PM IST | Divya Nair
Ready to vote? Here's what’s off-limits, voting tips, and facilities on Nov 20

Ready to vote? Here's what’s off-limits, voting tips, and facilities on Nov 20

The Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024 are here. Before heading to the polling booths on November 20, check out these important things to remember, including prohibited items, essential facilities at polling stations, and law enforcement measures

19 November,2024 11:51 AM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava

Maharashtra polls: Kirit Somaiya slams Shiv Sena (UBT) over covid scam in Mumbai

Maharashtra polls: Kirit Somaiya slams Shiv Sena (UBT) over covid scam in Mumbai

Kirit Somaiya's remarks followed a special court's decision to reject the bail plea of Sujit Patkar, who is implicated in the alleged Rs 34 crore scam involving the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation

19 November,2024 11:37 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Can't find your voter ID? Here’s how you can still vote in Maharashtra elections

Can't find your voter ID? Here’s how you can still vote in Maharashtra elections

Voters in Maharashtra can cast their vote in the 2024 Assembly elections even without a Voter ID, by using alternative government-approved identity documents

19 November,2024 10:00 AM IST | Mumbai

Mumbai police extern over 1,057 criminals ahead of polls

Mumbai police extern over 1,057 criminals ahead of polls

This year, 105 alleged criminals were externed under Section 55 of the Maharashtra Police Act; 673 under Section 56, which pertains to the criminals with multiple cases; and 279 under Section 57, which pertains to the criminals who had been convicted and released after serving sentence

19 November,2024 08:37 AM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah Khan

Cash For Votes Case: Explosive claims by Hitendra Thakur and Kshitij Thakur

    Cash For Votes Case: Explosive claims by Hitendra Thakur and Kshitij Thakur

     In one of the shocking controversies just ahead of the Maharashtra Election 2024 to be held on 20th November, explosive claims have been made by Bahujan Vikas Aghadi leaders Hitendra Thakur and Kshitij Thakur accusing BJP Leader Vinod Tawde of distributing money for votes. Thakur alleged that BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde was distributing money to voters in Palghar on the eve of the Maharashtra assembly election 2024. Vinod Tawde and the BJP, however, have denied the allegation. The BJP leader claimed he was in Nalasopara to provide guidance regarding election procedures and challenged the opposition parties to verify his activities.

    19 November,2024 07:27 PM IST
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