Mumbai is yet again witnessing resort-style political manoeuvring, with the city still without an elected mayor amid prolonged negotiations between the Bharatiya Janata Party and Shiv Sena.


India: Resort Politics Returns To Mumbai As Mayor Post Remains Unfilled

The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena has proposed a 'split term' formula, demanding the Mumbai Mayor's position for the first 2.5 years of the five-year term. The party is reportedly keen on holding the civic office to coincide with the birth centenary year of Balasaheb Thackeray.

Reports: Eknath Shinde Seeks Mayor's Post For 2.5 Years For His Party

BJP-led Mahayuti alliance inches closer to decisive victories across Maharashtra's local body elections, consolidating control over key municipal corporations after BMC's Thackeray bastion fell.


BJP Inches Closer to Win in Maharashtra Local Body Elections

Voting is underway across Maharashtra in elections to 29 civic bodies, marking a key test for political parties at the local level.


Maharashtra civic polls: Battle for India's richest corporation underway in Mumbai 

BMC Elections: Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections unfolded on January 15, 2026, pitting BJP-Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) against Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) in a high-stakes battle for Mumbai's richest civic body. Voter turnout reached 17.7% in the first four hours, starting slow at 7%


BMC Battle Royale: BJP-Sena vs Thackerays in Mumbai Power Clash 

Mumbai’s real power contest: Why the 2026 BMC election is a political game-changer

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray on Sunday jointly unveiled their manifesto, ‘Vachan Nama’, for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections scheduled for January 15. This marks a major step in their renewed political alliance.

Maharashtra Politics: Thackeray Cousins Unite in Maharashtra, Announce Joint Political Manifesto

Identical twin brothers denied DigiYatra access at Mumbai Airport—"more than one person with same face" error forces manual check. System designed to flag identical features sparks viral debate on facial recognition limits. 


DigiYatra Goof: Identical Twins Denied Entry at Mumbai Airport

Mumbai's high-stakes BMC Elections kick off January 15 across 227 wards, deciding control of India's richest civic body with ₹74,427 crore budget-58% earmarked for infrastructure like roads, water supply, drainage upgrades & coastal projects.

Mumbai BMC Polls: Fight For Mumbai's ₹74K Cr Development

Mumbai's high-stakes BMC Elections kick off January 15 across 227 wards, deciding control of India's richest civic body with ₹74,427 crore budget-58% earmarked for infrastructure like roads, water supply, drainage upgrades & coastal projects.


BMC Elections: Battle For Mumbai's ₹74K Cr Infrastructure Future 

The Mumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections are set to be held on January 15, with infrastructure development and local civic issues emerging as key focus areas. Political parties are intensifying campaigns, highlighting roads, housing, water supply, and urban governance as voters prepare to head to the polls. Stay tuned for updates on Mumbai civic elections and local political developments.

Mumbai Municipal Elections: Infrastructure and Local Issues Take Center Stage

Four people died and nine were injured when a BEST bus reversed into pedestrians on crowded Station Road near Bhandup West railway station around 10:05 p.m., sparking panic as emergency teams from Mumbai Fire Brigade, police, BEST staff, and ambulances rushed victims to Rajawadi and MT Aggarwal hospitals. The driver has been detained amid investigations into possible negligence or technical failure in the busy area, with reports confirming three women and one man among the dead.​

 4 Dead, 9 Injured In Mumbai Station Chaos

After nearly two decades of rivalry, Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray are set to announce a political alliance ahead of the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. The split between Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS had long divided Marathi-speaking voters in Mumbai, influencing past election outcomes. Analysts say their combined vote share could significantly impact key civic wards, though questions remain about whether the Thackeray name still holds sway over Mumbai voters.

After 20 Years, Thackeray Cousins Forge Political Alliance Ahead of Mumbai BMC Polls 

It's that time of the year when you gather and meet friends and eat out to celebrate festivals. WION gets you a list of new and revamped eateries across Mumbai that you might want to try in this festive season and in new year.

13 new restaurants in Mumbai to experience in 2026

The Indian government announced taking action against “opportunistic pricing” by airlines amid widespread cancellations of IndiGo flights across the country. In a statement, the Ministry of Civil Aviation said that it has invoked “regulatory powers” amid the crisis to ensure that passengers are not exploited and that reasonable fares are charged across the affected routes. This comes as airfares surged significantly, with the Delhi to Bengaluru flight fare touching 1 lakh.

IndiGo Issues Statement on Flight Cancellations

Premium apartments in Mumbai’s Worli area are now priced at up to 100,000 rupees per square foot, putting them on par with New York’s Lower Manhattan. A recent report by Anarock Group and 360 One Wealth highlights the rapid rise of India’s ultra-luxury real estate market, driven by domestic wealth. Worli now accounts for 40% of India’s high-end apartments, with multiple projects worth over 19,000 crore rupees under construction.

Mumbai’s Ultra-Luxury Homes Match Manhattan Prices

Two of India’s busiest airports…Delhi and Mumbai may soon get a lot more expensive for travellers. According to reports, a fresh tribunal ruling has found that both airports under-recovered more than 6 billion dollars between 2009 and 2014. And now, passengers might be asked to make up the difference through sharply higher user fees. Here’s what triggered this, how high the charges could go, and where the case stands.


Why Delhi, Mumbai Airport Fees May Skyrocket?

An IndiGo flight traveling from Kuwait to Hyderabad made an emergency landing at Mumbai Airport on Tuesday following a bomb threat. Authorities said the threat was received via an email sent to Hyderabad Airport. The aircraft has been safely landed and moved to an isolation area for thorough security checks.


Breaking: IndiGo Kuwait-Hyderabad flight gets bomb threat 

An IndiGo flight traveling from Kuwait to Hyderabad made an emergency landing at Mumbai Airport on Tuesday following a bomb threat. Authorities said the threat was received via an email sent to Hyderabad Airport. The aircraft has been safely landed and moved to an isolation area for thorough security checks.

IndiGo flight from Kuwait makes emergency landing in Mumbai after bomb threat 

Mumbai is grappling with severe smog, prompting authorities to launch a citywide crackdown on pollution sources. The initiative aims to improve air quality and safeguard public health amid hazardous conditions.


India | Mumbai Chokes: Severe Smog Triggers Citywide Crackdown

On the anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, CM Devendra Fadnavis and state ministers paid tribute to the victims at a memorial ceremony. Mumbai remembers the bravery and sacrifice of the heroes during this tragic event.

26/11 Attack: CM Fadnavis Pays Tribute to 26/11 Mumbai Victims 

On the 17th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, Maharashtra honors the brave victims at a tribute ceremony. CM Devendra Fadnavis and state ministers paid homage to the martyrs, remembering their sacrifice and courage. 

26/11 Attack: Maharashtra Pays Tribute to 26/11 Mumbai Heroes as CM Fadnavis Joins Ceremony 

26/11 Mumbai terror attack: How India transformed its coastal security and intelligence architecture

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India: Resort Politics Returns To Mumbai As Mayor Post Remains Unfilled

Reports: Eknath Shinde Seeks Mayor's Post For 2.5 Years For His Party

BJP Inches Closer to Win in Maharashtra Local Body Elections

Maharashtra civic polls: Battle for India's richest corporation underway in Mumbai

BMC Battle Royale: BJP-Sena vs Thackerays in Mumbai Power Clash

Mumbai’s real power contest: Why 2026 BMC election is a political game-changer

Maharashtra Politics: Thackeray Cousins Unite in Maharashtra, Announce Joint Political Manifesto

DigiYatra Goof: Identical Twins Denied Entry at Mumbai Airport

Mumbai BMC Polls: Fight For Mumbai's ₹74K Cr Development

BMC Elections: Battle For Mumbai's ₹74K Cr Infrastructure Future

Mumbai Municipal Elections: Infrastructure and Local Issues Take Center Stage

4 Dead, 9 Injured In Mumbai Station Chaos

After 20 Years, Thackeray Cousins Forge Political Alliance Ahead of Mumbai BMC Polls

13 new restaurants in Mumbai to experience in 2026

IndiGo Issues Statement on Flight Cancellations

Mumbai’s Ultra-Luxury Homes Match Manhattan Prices

Mumbai’s Ultra-Luxury Homes Match Manhattan Prices

Why Delhi, Mumbai Airport Fees May Skyrocket?

Breaking: IndiGo Kuwait-Hyderabad flight gets bomb threat

IndiGo flight from Kuwait makes emergency landing in Mumbai after bomb threat

India | Mumbai Chokes: Severe Smog Triggers Citywide Crackdown

26/11 Attack: CM Fadnavis Pays Tribute to 26/11 Mumbai Victims

26/11 Attack: Maharashtra Pays Tribute to 26/11 Mumbai Heroes as CM Fadnavis Joins Ceremony

26/11 Mumbai terror attack: How India transformed its coastal security