Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde led a high-energy roadshow in Airoli area of Navi Mumbai, drawing huge crowds as the party, last week, intensified its campaign ahead of the Maharashtra local body elections scheduled for January 15, 2026. (Pics/X.Eknath Shinde)  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday directed that the BDD Chawl redevelopment project be declared an "essential project" and instructed officials to ensure all ongoing infrastructure projects are completed within scheduled timelines. (Pics/X)