Uddhav's strength has diminished, says Rane on Sena (UBT) announcing to go solo in local body polls
2 months, 1 week ago

Uddhav's strength has diminished, says Rane on Sena (UBT) announcing to go solo in local body polls

The Hindu  

BJP MP Narayan Rane on Sunday slammed Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray over the party's announcement about contesting the local bodies elections solo, alleging that the latter's strength had diminished. The Shiv Sena on Saturday announced to contest local bodies polls solo, raising a question mark over the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi's unity. The announcement of the Shiv Sena to go solo in local body elections comes amid rumours that the party is softening its criticism of the BJP and Fadnavis' "anything can happen in politics" remark. Asked about Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's alleged displeasure over not getting another term as CM, Mr. Rane said, "Mr. Shinde did commendable work during his tenure.

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Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut slams BJP’s ‘divide and rule’ policy, warns of India becoming a ‘Hindu Pakistan’
3 days, 18 hours ago

Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut slams BJP’s ‘divide and rule’ policy, warns of India becoming a ‘Hindu Pakistan’

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut has launched a scathing attack on the BJP, accusing it of spreading communal hatred and pushing India towards becoming a ‘Hindu Pakistan’. The term ‘Hindu Pakistan’, when used in reference to India, expresses the concern that the country may transform into a Hindu counterpart of Pakistan and its secular fabric will be dismantled, minorities …

Uddhav Thackeray challenges Devendra Fadnavis to carry out sop promises, slams RSS
1 week, 3 days ago

Uddhav Thackeray challenges Devendra Fadnavis to carry out sop promises, slams RSS

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday declared that the Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi alliance lost in the assembly polls as it was “careless”. The Sena chief challenged CM Devendra Fadnavis to announce a waiver for farmers and increase the monetary assistance to underprivileged women under the Ladki Bahin scheme from ₹1,500 to ₹2,100 per month. Party MP and Shinde’s son …

Mumbai Diary | Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT) to swap key posts
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Mumbai Diary | Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT) to swap key posts

New Indian Express  

The Congress party and the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena have decided to exchange key posts to strengthen their respective parties. The Shiv Sena, which has 20 MLAs—the highest number among opposition parties in the state assembly—has written to the state assembly speaker recommending MLA Bhaskar Jadhav as their candidate for the Leader of Opposition position. Tensions rise among Mahayuti leaders …

Shiv Sena (UBT) recommends Bhaskar Jadhav as Leader of Opposition in Maharashtra Assembly
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) recommends Bhaskar Jadhav as Leader of Opposition in Maharashtra Assembly

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena leader and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has formally recommended party leader Bhaskar Jadhav for the position of Leader of Opposition in the State Legislative Assembly. The decision to nominate Mr. Jadhav was reached during a meeting of Shiv Sena MLAs held on February 28 at Mumbai’s Matoshree bungalow, chaired by Mr. Thackeray. In the letter, Mr. …

Amit Shah asked Shinde to merge his Shiv Sena with the BJP, claims Raut
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Amit Shah asked Shinde to merge his Shiv Sena with the BJP, claims Raut

The Hindu  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah allegedly asked Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ekanth Shinde to merge his Shiv Sena with the Bharatiya Janata Party, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut claimed on Sunday. He also said that Mr. Shah had declined Mr. Shinde’s demand of considering him for the Chief Minister’s position. In his column ‘Rokhthok’ in Shiv Sena mouthpiece Saamana, Mr. …

Shiv Sena (UBT) to Stake Claim on LoP Post in Maharashtra Assembly
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) to Stake Claim on LoP Post in Maharashtra Assembly

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: The Shiv Sena has decided to stake claim on the post of the Leader of Opposition in the Maharashtra legislative assembly during the budget session, which starts on Monday, even though the party does not have minimum required numbers. However, the Shiv Sena has argued that there is no rule which says that the House can function without LoP …

Shiv Sena (UBT) stakes claim to LoP post ahead of Maharashtra Assembly Budget session
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) stakes claim to LoP post ahead of Maharashtra Assembly Budget session

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena staked claim to the position of Leader of the Opposition in the Maharashtra Assembly on Saturday, ahead of the State Budget set to begin on Monday. In the past decade, other parties that had less than 10% of the seat share in the Assembly have been given the LoP position, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said, expressing his …

Thackeray Brothers' Bonhomie Before BMC Polls? Uddhav-Raj Pose Together At Wedding
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Thackeray Brothers' Bonhomie Before BMC Polls? Uddhav-Raj Pose Together At Wedding

ABP News  

Shiv Sena head Uddhav Thackeray and his estranged cousin, MNS chief Raj Thackeray met at a wedding function in Mumbai, raising speculation of a fresh coalition ahead of civic polls in Maharashtra. As per PTI, political observers said there is a possibility of the MNS and Sena wishing to resolve their political differences in view of the civic body elections, …

People have chosen real Shiv Sena, NCP: Amit Shah
3 weeks, 4 days ago

People have chosen real Shiv Sena, NCP: Amit Shah

Hindustan Times  

The people of Maharashtra have given a clear verdict on which is the genuine Shiv Sena and Nationalist Congress Party by ensuring a massive victory for the Mahayuti in the recently held assembly polls, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said here on Saturday. Speaking at an event where the first instalment was transferred to 10 lakh beneficiaries, Shah criticized Gandhi …

Kishore Tiwari removed as Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Kishore Tiwari removed as Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson

Hindustan Times  

NAGPUR: In a move signalling internal discord within the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena, Vidarbha-based leader and farmer rights’ advocate Kishore Tiwari has been removed as the party spokesperson. Kishore Tiwari removed as Shiv Sena spokesperson The decision was communicated to Tiwari, former chairman of the Vasantrao Naik Sheti Swavlamban Mission, on Wednesday night, shortly after his interview with a Marathi …

Shinde Sena launches 'Op Tiger' to poach MLAs, Uddhav camp attempts clawback
1 month ago

Shinde Sena launches 'Op Tiger' to poach MLAs, Uddhav camp attempts clawback

India Today  

The power struggle between the two Shiv Sena factions has intensified in Maharashtra with the Eknath Shinde faction launching "Operation Tiger" in an attempt to wean away MPs, MLAs, and office bearers from the Uddhav Thackeray camp, sources said. Amid speculation of infighting within the Uddhav camp, key leaders, including Sanjay Raut, Vinayak Raut, Ambadas Danve and Anil Desai, devised …

Aaditya meets INDIA bloc leaders, avoids Sharad Pawar
1 month ago

Aaditya meets INDIA bloc leaders, avoids Sharad Pawar

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Less than 24 hours after his party’s blistering criticism of NCP chief Sharad Pawar for felicitating deputy chief minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde at a function in Delhi on Tuesday, Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray made his stand unmistakably clear. He rushed to the capital late on Wednesday and met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, and Aam Aadmi …

EXPLAINED: What Shiv Sena (UBT)‘s Decision to Go Solo in BMC Election Means for MVA’s Future in Maharashtra
1 month, 1 week ago

EXPLAINED: What Shiv Sena (UBT)‘s Decision to Go Solo in BMC Election Means for MVA’s Future in Maharashtra

The Hindu  

Published : Feb 13, 2025 18:33 IST - 4 MINS READ After its massive loss in the Maharashtra Assembly election in November 2024, the State’s opposition alliance Maha Vikas Aghadi is falling apart—just before elections to local bodies, where the Mumbai municipal battle is particularly crucial. The Shiv Sena’s unilateral decision to go solo came as a shock to its …

Aaditya Thackeray meets Kejriwal in Delhi, assures unity in INDIA bloc alliance
1 month, 1 week ago

Aaditya Thackeray meets Kejriwal in Delhi, assures unity in INDIA bloc alliance

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray met Aam Aadmi Party chief and former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday in the national Capital. Thackeray said all Opposition parties must unite to address the issue of voter names’ deletion and fair elections. Speaking to media persons after meeting Kejriwal, Thackeray said all Opposition parties must unite to address the issue of …

Aditya Thackeray meets Rahul Gandhi amid turmoil in Maharashtra's opposition
1 month, 1 week ago

Aditya Thackeray meets Rahul Gandhi amid turmoil in Maharashtra's opposition

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena leader Aditya Thackeray met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi amid rumblings in the opposition MVA after NCP chief Sharad Pawar felicitated Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. After NCP chairman Sharad Pawar congratulated Maharashtra Deputy chairman Minister Eknath Shinde, Shiv Sena leader Aditya Thackeray met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi amidst commotion in the opposition MVA. Maharashtra's opposition Maha Vikas …

Aaditya Thackeray slams Sharad Pawar for honouring ‘anti-Maharashtra, anti-national' Eknath Shinde
1 month, 1 week ago

Aaditya Thackeray slams Sharad Pawar for honouring ‘anti-Maharashtra, anti-national' Eknath Shinde

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena leader Aditya Thackeray hit out at Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, calling him “anti-Maharashtra” and saying those who betray the state are “anti-national". Shiv Sena leader Aditya Thackeray His remarks came after NCP chief Sharad Pawar felicitated Shinde, triggering tensions within the Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi. The Maha Vikas Aghadi has been unsettled since Sharad Pawar conferred …

Is Uddhav Sena Warming Up To Congress Again? AAP's Delhi Loss And Pawar-Shinde Meet Could Be The Reason
1 month, 1 week ago

Is Uddhav Sena Warming Up To Congress Again? AAP's Delhi Loss And Pawar-Shinde Meet Could Be The Reason

ABP News  

The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena is jittery — and for good reason. Worsening matters for the MVA, the Uddhav Sena backed the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party in the Delhi elections instead of its Maharashtra ally Congress. #WATCH | Delhi | On Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde receiving the Mahadji Shinde Rashtra Gaurav Puraskar from NCP chief Sharad Pawar, Shiv …

Aaditya Thackeray Meets Rahul Amid Uddhav Sena Anger Over Pawar-Shinde Bonhomie
1 month, 1 week ago

Aaditya Thackeray Meets Rahul Amid Uddhav Sena Anger Over Pawar-Shinde Bonhomie

ABP News  

Shiv Sena-UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray and former Maharashtra minister met Rahul Gandhi in Delhi on Wednesday night. VIDEO | Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde received the Mahadji Shinde Rashtriya Gaurav Award from NCP president Sharad Pawar at New Maharashtra Sadan in Delhi earlier today. #WATCH | Delhi | On Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde receiving the Mahadji Shinde Rashtra Gaurav …

Is BJP eyeing Raj Thackeray as ally to rein in Eknath Shinde?
1 month, 1 week ago

Is BJP eyeing Raj Thackeray as ally to rein in Eknath Shinde?

India Today  

After using Eknath Shinde to split the Shiv Sena in June 2022, led by then Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray, is the BJP trying to use another Thackeray to now curtail Shinde’s influence? Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis meeting Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Raj Thackeray at the latter’s residence in Dadar has intensified speculation about a possible tie-up between the two …

Aaditya Thackeray's 'traitor' jab at Eknath Shinde after Sharad Pawar's praise
1 month, 1 week ago

Aaditya Thackeray's 'traitor' jab at Eknath Shinde after Sharad Pawar's praise

India Today  

Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, saying that the party would never honour someone who breaks a party or a family. We will never honour a person responsible for such wrongdoings," Aaditya Thackeray said when asked about his stance on Sharad Pawar felicitating Eknath Shinde. Thackeray’s remarks came …

‘What’s need for Opposition alliances if...’: Shiv Sena-UBT tears into AAP, Congress post Delhi debacle
1 month, 1 week ago

‘What’s need for Opposition alliances if...’: Shiv Sena-UBT tears into AAP, Congress post Delhi debacle

Live Mint  

An editorial in the Sena mouthpiece 'Saamana' on Monday slammed the Aam Aadmi Party and the Congress for contesting solo in the Delhi Elections 2025. "In Delhi, both AAP and Congress fought to destroy each other, making things easier for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. 'Helping autocracy' The Marathi daily claimed that failing to learn …

AAP-Congress fight helped BJP in Delhi polls: Sena (UBT) mouthpiece Saamana
1 month, 1 week ago

AAP-Congress fight helped BJP in Delhi polls: Sena (UBT) mouthpiece Saamana

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: The Aam Aadmi Party and Congress, both INDIA bloc members, fighting each other contributed to the Bharatiya Janata Party's victory in the Delhi assembly polls, the Shiv Sena claimed on Monday. An editorial in the Sena mouthpiece Saamana also raised questions over the need for opposition alliances if their constituents continue to fight against each other instead of the …

Devendra Fadnavis meets Raj Thackeray amid buzz of alliance for local body polls
1 month, 1 week ago

Devendra Fadnavis meets Raj Thackeray amid buzz of alliance for local body polls

India Today  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday met Maharashtra Navnirman Sena's Raj Thackeray amid buzz of a BJP-MNS alliance for the upcoming local corporation elections. The speculation of an alliance comes amid reports of internal conflicts within the state's ruling Mahayuti bloc. The meeting between Fadnavis and Thackeray at the latter's ‘Shivtirth’ residence in Dadar, Mumbai, is the first after …

Devendra Fadnavis meets Raj Thackeray, Uddhav camp leaders
1 month, 1 week ago

Devendra Fadnavis meets Raj Thackeray, Uddhav camp leaders

India Today  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray and leaders from the Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray Shiv Sena in two separate meetings on Monday. The first meeting took place at Raj Thackeray's residence, 'Shivtirth,' in Dadar, marking the first interaction between the two leaders since the assembly elections. Adding to the political chatter, UBT Sena leader Sanjay …

Congress’ wipeout, AAP’s defeat in Delhi deepen uncertainty within INDIA bloc
1 month, 1 week ago

Congress’ wipeout, AAP’s defeat in Delhi deepen uncertainty within INDIA bloc

New Indian Express  

The grand old party’s decision to go solo in Delhi was driven by the ambition of reviving the sagging fortunes of the party, which ruled Delhi for 15 years. The Congress also feels that AAP played a significant role in its humiliating defeat in the recent Haryana assembly elections, where both parties fought separately. INDIA bloc prospects The results of …

Uddhav Thackeray Faction Rules Out Another Mass Defection
1 month, 1 week ago

Uddhav Thackeray Faction Rules Out Another Mass Defection

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena on Friday dismissed reports of yet another split in the party. The party accused the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction of spreading rumours regarding defections in the party in order to divert people’s attention from the Mahayuti government’s failures in Maharashtra. Shiv Sena minister Uday Samant claimed that many leaders from the Uddhav Thackeray camp …

‘Mard Ki Aulad Hai Toh...’: Uddhav’s Dare To Eknath Shinde, BJP; Backs Rahul Gandhi’s Maha Poll Claims
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1 month, 1 week ago

‘Mard Ki Aulad Hai Toh...’: Uddhav’s Dare To Eknath Shinde, BJP; Backs Rahul Gandhi’s Maha Poll Claims

ABP News  

Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray on Friday launched a scathing attack on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and the Bharatiya Janata Party over reports of his party members joining the rival Shiv Sena faction. Mumbai: Uddhav Thackeray Reacts to Reports of Shiv Sena MPs Leaving, saying "Today, news is circulating that 6-7 Shiv Sena MPs are planning to leave. …

Maharashtra Cabinet Minister says more Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders to join Shinde faction gradually
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra Cabinet Minister says more Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders to join Shinde faction gradually

The Hindu  

Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Uday Samant on Friday claimed that several leaders from the Opposition Shiv Sena are in contact with the Shiv Sena faction led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and will join the party in phases. Mr. Shinde’s faction was later recognised as the official Shiv Sena and retained the party’s bow-and-arrow symbol, while Mr. Thackeray’s faction adopted …

Is 'Operation Tiger' Tearing Into Uddhav's Shiv Sena? 6 MPs Leaning Towards Eknath Shinde After Poll Debacle
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1 month, 1 week ago

Is 'Operation Tiger' Tearing Into Uddhav's Shiv Sena? 6 MPs Leaning Towards Eknath Shinde After Poll Debacle

ABP News  

After facing a crushing defeat in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, Uddhav Thackeray is likely to face another massive setback as six Shiv Sena MPs are anticipated to shift to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, sources told ABP News. Through 'Operation Tiger', six out of the nine MPs from the Thackeray faction may join the Shinde camp in the upcoming days. …

Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray challenges Eknath Shinde, says 'keep aside ED, CBI and fight with us'
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray challenges Eknath Shinde, says 'keep aside ED, CBI and fight with us'

India TV News  

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Friday openly challenged Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and said he should keep aside ED, CBI, Income Tax and Police, and come and fight with him. Eknath Shinde on 'Operation Tiger' Earlier today, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said that multiple MLAs of Shiv Sena are in touch with him to join Shiv …

'Kejriwal Will Take Oath As Delhi CM': Uddhav Sena Picks AAP Over Congress As Favourites In Poll Race
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Kejriwal Will Take Oath As Delhi CM': Uddhav Sena Picks AAP Over Congress As Favourites In Poll Race

ABP News  

Delhi Election Results: Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena, which was split for choice in the battle of allies in Delhi, has finally picked a side. Picking a side in the Delhi polls could only widen the already fragile INDIA bloc, which, some of the leaders of the 'united' Opposition platform said, ended right after the Lok Sabha elections last year. Dismissing …

Sanjay Raut claims 'some in BJP' want alliance with Uddhav Sena, Fadnavis retorts
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sanjay Raut claims 'some in BJP' want alliance with Uddhav Sena, Fadnavis retorts

India Today  

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut has claimed that some leaders from the ruling BJP wished for an alliance with the Uddhav Thackeray-led party, an assertion rejected by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. You split our party and gave what we were rightfully demanding to Eknath Shinde," Raut said on Thursday when asked if leaders in the Sena wanted an alliance …

'No One Should Be Naive Enough...': Fadnavis Rejects Raut’s Claim That Many In BJP Want Alliance With Sena UBT
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'No One Should Be Naive Enough...': Fadnavis Rejects Raut’s Claim That Many In BJP Want Alliance With Sena UBT

ABP News  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday dismissed claims made by Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut that many leaders from the ruling BJP in the state wish for an alliance with the Uddhav Thackeray-led party. Fadnavis remarked that casual meetings should not be interpreted politically, responding to a question over Raut's remarks following an interaction between BJP's Chandrakant Patil and …

Shiv Sena (UBT) Not to Support AAP or Congress in Delhi Polls
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) Not to Support AAP or Congress in Delhi Polls

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Describing both AAP and Congress as its ‘friends,’ Shiv Sena has decided to maintain a neutral stance in the Delhi Assembly Elections scheduled for February 5. From the INDIA bloc, the Samajwadi Party and Trinamool Congress have lent their support to the AAP in the Delhi polls. While the Shinde Sena has thrown its backing behind the BJP in …

Shiv Sena (UBT) modifies stand on contesting local body elections, will go solo in Mumbai
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) modifies stand on contesting local body elections, will go solo in Mumbai

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena announced on Monday a shift in its approach to contesting local body elections. At a public rally in Mumbai on Thursday, followed by a meeting with the party's district chiefs at Shiv Sena Bhavan, Uddhav Thackeray signalled a more flexible strategy. "The party has good strength in Mumbai, and all local leaders insist that we should contest …

Maharashtra minister claims 3 MPs, 5 MLAs from Uddhav camp to join Shinde soon
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra minister claims 3 MPs, 5 MLAs from Uddhav camp to join Shinde soon

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena minister Uday Samant on Thursday claimed that three MPs and five MLAs from the Uddhav Thackeray faction will soon join the Eknath Shinde Shiv Sena group. “Three MPs and five MLAs of Shiv Sena have met deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde and will soon join Shiv Sena. Four MLAs, three MPs and numerous district heads will soon …

'Wounded Tiger' Vs 'Inheritor': Uddhav, Shinde Hold Parallel Rallies To Mark Balasaheb's Birth Anniversary
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Wounded Tiger' Vs 'Inheritor': Uddhav, Shinde Hold Parallel Rallies To Mark Balasaheb's Birth Anniversary

ABP News  

The rival Shiv Sena camps in Maharashtra held parallel public rallies in Mumbai on the 99th birth anniversary of party founder Bal Thackeray. While Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray used the event to launch an attack on the 'traitors', rival camp leader and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said that the people have given their verdict on which is …

Uddhav: Will decide on going solo in local bodies polls at right time and show what wounded tiger can do
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Uddhav: Will decide on going solo in local bodies polls at right time and show what wounded tiger can do

India TV News  

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday hinted that his party may contest the upcoming local bodies elections in the state on its own, stating that his cadres were keen on it and that he would decide on it at the appropriate time. Addressing party workers on the 99th birth anniversary of Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray, the former chief …

Maharashtra minister Uday Samant claims several MPs, MLAs of Shiv Sena-UBT, Congress to join Shinde camp
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra minister Uday Samant claims several MPs, MLAs of Shiv Sena-UBT, Congress to join Shinde camp

India TV News  

After the failure of the Mahavikas Aghadi in the assembly elections, there is a possibility of a breakup in the MVA camp. Meanwhile, according to Shiv Sena Shinde group leader and Industries Minister Uday Samant there is talk in political circles that the Congress and Shiv Sena Thackeray group will suffer a setback. “4 MLAs, 3 MPs and 5 Congress …

Shiv Sena backs BJP for Delhi Assembly polls
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shiv Sena backs BJP for Delhi Assembly polls

The Hindu  

The Shiv Sena, led by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, on Tuesday announced its support for the BJP in the upcoming Delhi Assembly election, further strengthening their long-standing alliance. Shiv Sena’s Delhi State chief, Sandeep Chaudhary, handed over a letter of support to BJP Delhi State president Virendra Sachdeva, confirming their partnership. I have directed the Shiv Sena Delhi …

NCP ready to go solo in Maharashtra local bodies polls, says Walse Patil
2 months ago

NCP ready to go solo in Maharashtra local bodies polls, says Walse Patil

The Hindu  

The Nationalist Congress Party is ready to go solo in the upcoming local bodies elections in Maharashtra if alliance with other parties doesn't materialise, party leader Dilip Walse Patil said on Saturday. The NCP, led by Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, is a constituent of the ruling Mahayuti alliance, which also includes the BJP and Shiv Sena. The upcoming local body …

Jolt to Uddhav as party leader says Sena (UBT) has ‘become like Congress’
2 months ago

Jolt to Uddhav as party leader says Sena (UBT) has ‘become like Congress’

Hindustan Times  

The Shiv Sena leadership received a jolt on Tuesday, when a senior party leader remarked, “Our party has become like the Congress.” Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray Senior MLA and group leader of the Sena in the assembly, Bhaskar Jadhav, was expressing his displeasure over his party’s functioning at a meeting of officer-bearers in Chiplun and surrounding areas in Ratnagiri …

Will Sharad Pawar’s NCP contest municipal polls alone after Thackeray’s Sena? Party chief says ‘will decide by…’
2 months ago

Will Sharad Pawar’s NCP contest municipal polls alone after Thackeray’s Sena? Party chief says ‘will decide by…’

Live Mint  

Amid questions over the future of the opposition alliance Maha Vikas Aghadi in Maharashtra after drubbing th recently held Assembly elections, Sharad Pawar on Tuesday revealed that the decision about contesting municipal elections jointly or separately will be taken in the next few days. The remark came just days after Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that his party will …

INDIA for national polls: Sharad Pawar fuels MVA rift talk ahead of civic polls
2 months ago

INDIA for national polls: Sharad Pawar fuels MVA rift talk ahead of civic polls

India Today  

NCP supremo Sharad Pawar on Tuesday hinted that the party was likely to follow in the footsteps of Uddhav Sena and contest the Mumbai civic polls alone, adding grist to the rumour mill of a rift in the Maha Vikas Aghadi. Addressing the media in Mumbai, Pawar said the INDIA bloc was formed only for national-level elections and nothing was …

Congress must clarify if alliance was only for polls: Shiv Sena (UBT)
2 months, 1 week ago

Congress must clarify if alliance was only for polls: Shiv Sena (UBT)

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena on Monday slammed Congress for its inactive approach towards the INDIA bloc and undermining regional parties. In an editorial published on Monday in Shiv Sena ‘s mouthpiece Saamana, the party raised concerns about the future of the INDIA bloc and said the Congress needed to decide whether to go solo or strengthen the alliance. The editorial also reflected …

Sanjay Raut meets Sharad Pawar after call for independent contest in local polls
2 months, 1 week ago

Sanjay Raut meets Sharad Pawar after call for independent contest in local polls

India Today  

Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut met with Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar in Mumbai on Monday amid doubts over the opposition MVA coalition's future after the former announced going solo in the local body elections in Maharashtra. Talking to reporters after the meeting, Raut slammed Union Home Minister and BJP leader Amit Shah for his critical remarks on Pawar …

DC Edit | Sena blow to Cong, INDIA bloc
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2 months, 1 week ago

DC Edit | Sena blow to Cong, INDIA bloc

Deccan Chronicle  

The decision of the Shiv Sena to go it alone in the municipal elections in Maharashtra reflects another major schism in the Maha Vikas Aghadi and the INDIA bloc at the national level. It was not for the best of political reasons that the Shiv Sena, which has its roots in the hardline Hindutva and Maratha pride politics, joined hands …

Sanjay Raut defends Shiv Sena (UBT)’s decision to go solo for local polls: ‘Congress leaders should have the habit…’
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2 months, 1 week ago

Sanjay Raut defends Shiv Sena (UBT)’s decision to go solo for local polls: ‘Congress leaders should have the habit…’

Live Mint  

A day after Shiv Sena decided to contest solo in the Maharashtra local body polls, the party's Rajya Sabha parliamentarian Sanjay Raut said on Sunday that he had never called for a dissolution of the opposition INDIA bloc or the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance in Maharashtra, reported Hindustan Times. INDIA bloc and MVA alliances: The INDIA bloc and MVA alliances …

Maha Vikas Aghadi remains united; equations of local body elections are different: Ambadas Danve
2 months, 1 week ago

Maha Vikas Aghadi remains united; equations of local body elections are different: Ambadas Danve

The Hindu  

With the Shiv Sena announcing that it would go alone in the upcoming local body elections, party leader Ambadas Danve on Sunday said the Maha Vikas Aghadi is united but the equations of local body elections are different. Maha Vikas Aghadi should have had a CM face during campaign, now we will decide after polls: Uddhav Thackeray Shiv Sena leader …

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