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IndiGo Flight Delayed After Bomb Threat at Pune

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

An IndiGo flight arriving from Delhi triggered a security alert at Pune airport after a handwritten note claiming a bomb was found inside the aircraft. The incident occurred ahead of Republic Day, prompting heightened caution from airport authorities. Security Checks Conducted After the aircraft landed safely, passengers and crew were deboarded and the plane was […]

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Maharashtra Secures Major Investment Commitments at WEF

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

The Maharashtra government signed memorandums of understanding worth ₹14.5 lakh crore on the opening day of the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos. The agreements were announced after the inauguration of the Maharashtra pavilion, led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, as part of the state’s global investment outreach. Sectors Covered by the MoUs The investment […]

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Global Funds See India as Key Investment Destination

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said that international investment funds increasingly view India as a major global destination with significant opportunities. He noted growing confidence among foreign investors in India’s economic outlook and long-term growth potential. Strong Interest Across Sectors Fadnavis said discussions with global funds indicate

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Mumbai: Shiv Sena’s 30-Year BMC Rule Ends

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) election results for 2026 show a major political shift as Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) lost control of the civic body it led for nearly three decades. The BJP–Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) alliance secured a clear majority, ending the long dominance of Shiv Sena (UBT) in the richest municipal corporation […]

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Maharashtra Civic Polls: BMC Results Counting Begins

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2026

Counting of votes for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) election 2026 began on Friday morning after polling was completed across Maharashtra’s 29 civic bodies, including Mumbai, Pune, Thane and Nagpur. Officials said the process is being carried out in designated centres under tight security. Turnout And Process Early figures indicate about 46–50% voter turnout

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Fadnavis Alleges Pro-Pak Slogans At Thackeray-Linked Events

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis accused rivals linked to Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray of allowing “pro-Pakistan slogans” to be raised at some campaign events ahead of the upcoming civic body elections. He said such slogans are inappropriate in a civic poll focused on local governance and development. Political Context The accusation came as […]

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Ambernath Civic Polls See Unusual Political Alliance

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2026

In a surprising development in Maharashtra’s Ambernath Municipal Council, political rivals have come together to form a post-poll alliance aimed at keeping the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) out of power after the recent civic elections. The move has stirred political debate and drawn reactions from senior leaders. Unusual Local Alliance After the December civic polls, […]

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Mahayuti Gets 68 Unopposed Wins in Civic Polls

By BPN News Desk January 3, 2026

The ruling Mahayuti alliance has gained an early advantage in the Maharashtra civic elections, with 68 of its candidates being elected unopposed across several municipal corporations and councils in the state. These candidates were declared elected after either no rival nominations were filed or opposing candidates withdrew their papers before the final deadline. BJP

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BJP, Shiv Sena Finalise Seat Share for BMC Polls

By BPN News Desk December 30, 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party and the Shiv Sena have finalised their seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections, marking a key step in preparations for one of India’s most politically significant civic polls. Under the arrangement, the BJP will contest 137 seats, while the Shiv Sena will field candidates in 90 seats of […]

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Navi Mumbai Airport Begins Commercial Operations

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

Navi Mumbai International Airport officially commenced commercial flight operations on Thursday, marking a major expansion of aviation infrastructure in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The new airport is expected to significantly reduce congestion at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and support rising passenger demand across western India. First Flights