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  Sharad Pawar's NCP split next after Shiv Sena UBT? Ajit Pawar camp claims MPs in touch

  Maharashtra | June 19, 2026 14:12 IST

  Amid the ongoing rebellion in Shiv Sena (UBT), fresh political speculation has emerged around Sharad Pawar's NCP-SP. Leaders from the Ajit Pawar-led NCP have claimed that some MPs from the Sharad Pawar camp are in touch with them.

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  From 'reject turncoats' to now welcoming them: NCPI's political twist amid merger of 20 TMC rebels

  June 15, 2026 13:55 IST

  At present, the party’s activities remain largely centred in the Northeast, with Tripura being its main area of operation. It is also believed to be building some presence in Meghalaya, although its overall political footprint remains relatively small compared to major national parties.

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  What is the Nationalist Citizens Party and why is it at the centre of the TMC rebellion?

  India | June 14, 2026 23:07 IST

  Nationalist Citizens Party is primarily based in the Northeast and has contested elections in Tripura. It is also reported to have built a presence in Meghalaya.

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  'Awful experience, reckless driving': Supriya Sule's car meets with accident on Mumbai-Pune E-way

  Maharashtra | May 09, 2026 23:01 IST

  Supriya Sule, a Lok Sabha MP from Baramati constituency, said everyone was safe, thanks to seatbelts. Further, the NCP(SP) leader shared the number of the vehicle that rammed into her car from the side.

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  NCP(SP) leader Vikas Lawande attacked, ink smeared over 'targeting' spiritual leaders | VIDEO

  Maharashtra | May 09, 2026 23:55 IST

  A video has also gone viral on social media, in which some men could be seen approaching Vikas Lawande who was returning after participating in a religious event. Suddenly, Sangram Bhandare and his men approached Lawande and sought an explanation from him over his recent remarks.

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  Maharashtra Bypoll Results 2026: Baramati landslide for Sunetra Pawar, BJP’s Kardile sweeps Rahuri

  Maharashtra | May 05, 2026 0:07 IST

  Baramati and Rahuri bypoll results 2026 are out with massive wins in both seats. Sunetra Pawar secured a landslide victory in Baramati, while BJP’s Akshay Kardile registered a dominant win in Rahuri, reflecting clear and decisive mandates.

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  Baramati plane crash: Fadnavis writes to Home Minister seeking probe in Ajit Pawar's death

  Maharashtra | March 18, 2026 15:31 IST

  A chartered plane carrying Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar departed from Mumbai at around 8 am on January 28. Roughly 45 minutes into the flight, the aircraft crashed while trying to land near Baramati airport. All five individuals on board, including Pawar, lost their lives in the accident.

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  Maharashtra Assembly bypolls 2026: Baramati and Rahuri seats to vote on April 23, results on May 4

  Maharashtra | March 15, 2026 18:48 IST

  Maharashtra Assembly bypolls 2026: Baramati's assembly seat fell vacant following the tragic plane crash death of NCP stalwart Ajit Pawar on January 28, after he dominated the constituency with a record eight victories.

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  Will Sharad Pawar return to Rajya Sabha? MVA alliance talks intensify

  Maharashtra | February 27, 2026 10:26 IST

  This comes as Sharad Pawar had earlier announced that he would not contest Rajya Sabha elections again. But the political situation changed after the sudden death of his nephew, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, on January 28.

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  Sunetra Pawar elected NCP chief in unanimous decision weeks after Ajit Pawar's death

  Maharashtra | February 26, 2026 20:03 IST

  The development comes after the sudden death of Ajit Pawar (66), who was serving as the NCP's national president and Maharashtra's deputy chief minister.

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  'Was Ajit Pawar's plane pilot a suicide bomber?' NCP leader makes shocking remarks

  Maharashtra | February 23, 2026 23:50 IST

  NCP MLC Amol Mitkari from the Ajit Pawar faction stirred controversy with a startling remark in Akola, where he questioned whether the pilot of Ajit Pawar's aircraft was a "suicide bomber."

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  Sunetra Pawar set to be elected NCP National President on February 26

  Maharashtra | February 16, 2026 22:38 IST

  Sunetra Pawar took oath as the state's first woman deputy CM, barely three days after NCP leader Ajit Pawar and four others died in an air crash at Baramati in Pune district.

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  Sunetra Pawar in Delhi: Key developments on NCP chief post and Parth Pawar's political future

  Maharashtra | February 12, 2026 10:40 IST

  Sunetra's visit came days after she was sworn in as deputy CM, following the tragic demise of her husband, Ajit Pawar, in a plane crash. A small chartered aircraft carrying Ajit Pawar took off from Mumbai on January 28 at around 8 am. About 45 minutes later, the plane crashed in Baramati.

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  Mahayuti's sweeping win in Maharashtra local body polls, amasses 562 ZPs; check party-wise seats

  Maharashtra | February 10, 2026 12:12 IST

  Voting for the local body elections took place on February 7 and saw a turnout of over 67 per cent. The elections were held soon after the completion of municipal council and municipal corporation polls in the state.

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  Kolhapur Zilla Parishad, Panchayat Samiti Poll Results: Mahayuti wins 38 ZPs, MVA gets 15

  Maharashtra | February 10, 2026 10:53 IST

  Kolhapur Zilla Parishad, Panchayat Samiti Election Results 2026: The elections were initially set for February 5, with counting slated for February 7. However, the schedule was put on hold after a tragic plane crash claimed the life of Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.

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  Satara ZP-Panchayat Samiti Election Results 2026: BJP takes massive lead, NCP ahead in Koregaon seat

  Maharashtra | February 09, 2026 18:01 IST

  Satara Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samitis Election Results LIVE Updates: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) took massive lead on over 20 seats in Zilla Parishad election results as per the declared results and trends in Satara.

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  Rohit Pawar says doubts persist over Ajit Pawar's death, will give presentation on Feb 10

  Maharashtra | February 07, 2026 20:02 IST

  Speaking to reporters after casting his vote in the Zilla Parishad polls in Baramati, Rohit Pawar said that Ajit Pawar had wished for the NCP factions to unite, and efforts towards the merger will continue.

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  Satara Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti Elections: What happened in the last elections in 2017?

  Maharashtra | February 08, 2026 17:22 IST

  Satara Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti Elections: NCP dominated Satara's 2017 Zilla Parishad polls, clinching 39 of 64 seats and solidifying its rural dominance. BJP and Congress tied at 7 each, with others at 7, Shiv Sena at 2, independents at 2; BSP, CPI, CPI-M, and MNS drew blanks.

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  Pune Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti Elections: What happened in the last polls in 2017?

  Maharashtra | February 07, 2026 17:24 IST

  Pune Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti Elections: The NCP swept the 2017 Pune Zilla Parishad polls, capturing 44 of 75 seats and affirming its rural stronghold. Shiv Sena grabbed 13, with BJP and Congress tying at 7 each. Independents took 2, while BSP, CPI, CPI-M and MNS scored zero.

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  Ajit Pawar's final video message before death surfaces: What did 'Dada' say?

  Maharashtra | February 05, 2026 16:41 IST

  Ajit Pawar spotlights NCP's rural-first agenda, "We've tackled farmers' woes, women's empowerment, youth jobs, and elders' respect head-on. I'm no empty talker- I'm a doer who honors every promise."