Cracks in Maha Vikas Aghadi after humiliating defeat in assembly polls? SS (UBT) pressures Uddhav Thackeray to go solo in upcoming polls, Raut says no rift in MVA
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Cracks in Maha Vikas Aghadi after humiliating defeat in assembly polls? SS (UBT) pressures Uddhav Thackeray to go solo in upcoming polls, Raut says no rift in MVA

Op India  

The opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance in the state of Maharashtra seems discontented following its disastrous defeat in the recently held state assembly elections. After the humiliating defeat of the alliance, Shiv Sena chairman Uddhav Thackeray is under pressure from its party leaders to exit the coalition to contest alone in upcoming elections, particularly the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation polls. The constituents of Maha Vikas Aghadi suffered a rude jolt with Shiv Sena led by Uddhav Thackeray winning 20 seats, Congress 16, and NCP led by Sharad Pawar only 10 seats. Sanjay Raut on Thursday confirmed that there was no rift in the alliance and that the Shiv Sena would continue to be the part of Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance. #WATCH | Delhi: Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut says, " They have a full majority…still even after 7 days, Mahayuti is unable to give a CM to Maharashtra…what is the reason?…why can't PM, Amit Shah and their leaders decide their CM?…he takes the… pic.twitter.com/NiQNAv790l — ANI November 28, 2024 This comes when the leaders of the Mahayuti alliance are slated to meet Home Minister Amit Shah and PM Modi to meet and discuss the post of CM in the state.

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Uddhav never phoned Rane for Aaditya, says Raut
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4 days, 21 hours ago

Uddhav never phoned Rane for Aaditya, says Raut

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Sunday said that his party chief Uddhav Thackeray had never called up senior BJP leader Narayan Rane for keeping his son Aaditya Thackeray’s name out of the Disha Salian’s controversial death case. **EDS: TV GRAB** New Delhi: Shiv Sena member Sanjay Raut speaks in the Rajya Sabha during the Winter Session of Parliament, …

Raj Thackeray reorganises MNS, appoints Mumbai chief for the first time
4 days, 22 hours ago

Raj Thackeray reorganises MNS, appoints Mumbai chief for the first time

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray, at a function held on Sunday, announced the appointment of former corporator Sandeep Deshpande as the Mumbai chief of the party. Former MNS Corporators Sandeep Deshpand Deshpande, who lives in Dadar, was the MNS candidate against Shiv Sena candidate Aaditya Thackeray from the Worli assembly constituency. Speaking at the function, Raj Thackeray said, …

MVA leaders meet Governor; complain about ‘bias’ of Assembly speaker, council chairman
1 week, 1 day ago

MVA leaders meet Governor; complain about ‘bias’ of Assembly speaker, council chairman

The Hindu  

Leaders of the Opposition’s Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance in Maharashtra on Thursday met Governor C. P. Radhakrishnan here and submitted a memorandum accusing the presiding officers of both houses of the State legislature of “bias”. Chairman of the legislative council Ram Shinde and assembly speaker Rahul Narwekar were not conducting proceedings as per the rules, alleged the memorandum signed by …

Fadnavis calls Nagpur violence 'well-planned attack', Opposition blames government
1 week, 4 days ago

Fadnavis calls Nagpur violence 'well-planned attack', Opposition blames government

India Today  

A political slugfest erupted over the Nagpur clashes that left over 30 people injured as Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the violence was planned, and the Opposition alleged failure on the government's part. Former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said that the double-engine government in Maharashtra failed and they should resign. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also termed the …

Shiv Sena, NCP Field Candidates For Maharashtra Council Bypoll, No Oppn Candidate In Fray
1 week, 4 days ago

Shiv Sena, NCP Field Candidates For Maharashtra Council Bypoll, No Oppn Candidate In Fray

ABP News  

Mumbai, Mar 17 The Shiv Sena and the NCP, partners in the ruling Mahayuti alliance, on Monday announced one candidate each for the March 27 bypolls to five seats in the Maharashtra legislative council. The Shiv Sena has nominated Chandrakant Raghuvanshi, a prominent party worker from Nandurbar district, while the NCP has fielded Sanjay Khodke, whose wife won the 2024 …

Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut slams BJP’s ‘divide and rule’ policy, warns of India becoming a ‘Hindu Pakistan’
1 week, 4 days 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 …

Shinde tried to join Cong few years ago: Sanjay Raut
1 week, 5 days ago

Shinde tried to join Cong few years ago: Sanjay Raut

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut on Saturday claimed that deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde had in the past tried to join the Congress when the party was in power at the Centre and in the state and even held talks with Congress leader, late Ahmed Patel, in this regard. **EDS: TV GRAB** New Delhi: Shiv Sena member Sanjay Raut …

Ex-MLA Dhangekar to quit Congress; hints switch over to Shiv Sena
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Ex-MLA Dhangekar to quit Congress; hints switch over to Shiv Sena

The Hindu  

In a big jolt to the Congress party in Maharashtra, former Pune legislator Ravindra Dhangekar on Monday joined the Shiv Sena in the presence of Eknath Shinde. Mr. Dhangekar also contested the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly poll from Kasba seat, but was defeated by BJP's Hemant Rasne. Speaking to reporters here, Mr. Dhangekar said he would meet Deputy Chief Minister Eknath …

Uddhav Thackeray challenges Devendra Fadnavis to carry out sop promises, slams RSS
2 weeks, 5 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
3 weeks, 3 days 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
3 weeks, 3 days 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. …

Talks continue as MVA unable to decide on Leader of Opposition
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Talks continue as MVA unable to decide on Leader of Opposition

The Hindu  

In spite of media statements over the past three days regarding staking claim to the Leader of Opposition post in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, the Shiv Sena has not yet sent out an official letter for the same. On the first day of the Budget session of Maharashtra Assembly on Monday, after two rounds of talks among the Maha Vikas …

Amit Shah asked Shinde to merge his Shiv Sena with the BJP, claims Raut
3 weeks, 5 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. …

Sanjay Raut's 'Mohan Bhagwat' retort to Eknath Shinde's Maha Kumbh criticism for Uddhav Thackeray
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Sanjay Raut's 'Mohan Bhagwat' retort to Eknath Shinde's Maha Kumbh criticism for Uddhav Thackeray

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Sunday slammed Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde over his criticism of Uddhav Thackeray for not attending the Maha Kumbh. Raut turned the tables on Shinde by asking why he did not question RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Raut asked Shinde why he did not question RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's absence from the Maha Kumbh, …

Shiv Sena (UBT) to Stake Claim on LoP Post in Maharashtra Assembly
3 weeks, 6 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
3 weeks, 6 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 …

Shiv Sena (Ubt) Praises Fadnavis for Rejecting ‘Tainted’ Officers As PAs and OSDs of Ministers
1 month ago

Shiv Sena (Ubt) Praises Fadnavis for Rejecting ‘Tainted’ Officers As PAs and OSDs of Ministers

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena on Tuesday once again showered praise on Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis. He has taken a tough decision in the larger interests of the state and we support him,” Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said. The Shiv Sena leader also claimed that 13 of the 16 rejected names were recommended by ministers from the Eknath …

Thackeray Brothers' Bonhomie Before BMC Polls? Uddhav-Raj Pose Together At Wedding
1 month 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, …

Show proof of Mercedes-for-posts deal: Uddhav Thackeray on Neelam Gorhe's claim
1 month ago

Show proof of Mercedes-for-posts deal: Uddhav Thackeray on Neelam Gorhe's claim

India Today  

Neelam Gorhe, a Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena leader and deputy chairperson of the Maharashtra Legislative Council, has triggered row with her remarks about the allocation of party positions in the Shiv Sena led by Uddhav Thackeray. Speaking at the All India Marathi Literary Festival in Delhi on Saturday, Gorhe said, "It is a fact that if you give two Mercedes …

People have chosen real Shiv Sena, NCP: Amit Shah
1 month 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 …

Sharad Pawar says he managed the lone vote that brought down the Vajpayee government in 1999
1 month, 1 week ago

Sharad Pawar says he managed the lone vote that brought down the Vajpayee government in 1999

The Hindu  

Referring to the no-confidence motion brought against the government of Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 1999, NCP SP president Sharad Pawar has said that he had managed that one vote in favour of the Opposition, which had brought down the Vajpayee government at that time. At that time, the responsibility of the Leader of the Opposition was with me,” Mr. Pawar …

Kishore Tiwari removed as Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Maharashtra: Cracks in ruling Mahayuti alliance? Here is what Deputy CM Eknath Shinde said – ‘Our war against…’
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra: Cracks in ruling Mahayuti alliance? Here is what Deputy CM Eknath Shinde said – ‘Our war against…’

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has rejected reports of cracks between the three parties in the ruling Mahayuti alliance. The latest flashpoint comes amid speculation of a tussle within the ruling Mahayuti alliance partners over various issues, especially between Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. Eknath Shinde’s DCM medical aid cell Shinde's move to set up …

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

Cracks in Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance? 5 possible triggers behind it
1 month, 1 week ago

Cracks in Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance? 5 possible triggers behind it

Hindustan Times  

Barely three months after the BJP-Shiv Sena-NCP alliance emerged victorious in the Maharashtra assembly elections, internal tussles within the team are seeming to appear. This comes amid speculations of a tussle within the ruling Mahayuti alliance partners, especially BJP's Devendra Fadnavis and Shiv Sena head Eknath Shinde, who have switched roles after the 2024 state elections. Here are five possible …

Maharashtra: Will Uddhav, Raj Thackeray come together? New poster urging both to join hands goes viral
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra: Will Uddhav, Raj Thackeray come together? New poster urging both to join hands goes viral

India TV News  

Maharashtra: Will Uddhav, Raj Thackeray come together? New poster urging both to join hands goes viral The poster appealing both the leaders to join hands has been put up right in front of Sena Bhawan, the headquarters of the Thackeray Sena. Mumbai: Amid differences in their political ideologies, a new poster urging Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray to come together …

How an award for Eknath Shinde drove wedge in MVA
1 month, 1 week ago

How an award for Eknath Shinde drove wedge in MVA

India Today  

Raising questions over the longevity of the Maha Vikas Aghadi in Maharashtra, the Shiv Sena has come out strongly against the Nationalist Congress Party felicitating deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. It was our sentiment that Sharad Pawar should not have gone for his programme,” said Sanjay Raut, Shiv Sena ’s Rajya Sabha MP and spokesperson. Pawar’s grand-nephew and NCP MLA …

Aaditya meets INDIA bloc leaders, avoids Sharad Pawar
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

Rajan Salvi Switches From Uddhav Camp To Shinde Group As MVA Walks On Thin Ice
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rajan Salvi Switches From Uddhav Camp To Shinde Group As MVA Walks On Thin Ice

ABP News  

The difficulties for the MVA in Maharashtra are not taking any break, from Sharad Pawar meeting Deputy CM Eknath Shinde to senior leaders leaving the party. A Strategic Move Under ‘Operation Tiger’ According to sources within the Shiv Sena, Salvi’s switch was part of 'Operation Tiger'—an effort by the Shinde camp to lure more leaders from the Uddhav Thackeray faction. …

EXPLAINED: What Shiv Sena (UBT)‘s Decision to Go Solo in BMC Election Means for MVA’s Future in Maharashtra
1 month, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

Aditya Thackeray meets Rahul Gandhi amid rumblings in MVA
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Aditya Thackeray meets Rahul Gandhi amid rumblings in MVA

The Hindu  

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. Maharashtra's Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi has been in turmoil after Sharad Pawar conferred the Mahadji Shinde Rashtra Gaurav Puraskar on Eknath Shinde, who walked away with the majority of legislators of the …

Aaditya Thackeray Meets Rahul Amid Uddhav Sena Anger Over Pawar-Shinde Bonhomie
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

Thackeray jolted as loyalist quits party to possibly join Shinde Sena
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Thackeray jolted as loyalist quits party to possibly join Shinde Sena

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: In yet another jolt to Uddhav Thackeray, Rajan Salvi, a senior leader from the Shiv Sena, quit the party on Wednesday. Thackeray jolted as loyalist quits party to possibly join Shinde Sena Salvi, a former MLA from Rajapur, lost in the recent assembly elections to the Shiv Sena’s Kiran Samant. Shinde’s move to get Salvi in his party is …

Is BJP eyeing Raj Thackeray as ally to rein in Eknath Shinde?
1 month, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

Udhav Sena left red faced after alliance partner Sharad Pawar feliticitates Eknath Shinde, asks 'how can he honour a betrayer'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Udhav Sena left red faced after alliance partner Sharad Pawar feliticitates Eknath Shinde, asks 'how can he honour a betrayer'

Op India  

The Shiv Sena strongly criticised its ally, NCP leader Sharad Pawar on Wednesday for felicitating Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, highlighting rifts within the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi. Sena spokesperson Sanjay Raut stated that honouring someone who played a key role in splitting the Shiv Sena and “weakening Maharashtra” was a serious insult to the sentiments of the Marathi …

Rift in MVA? Sharad Pawar praises Eknath Shinde; Uddhav Thackeray’s Sena frowns, NCP-SP says ‘no need for politics in …’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rift in MVA? Sharad Pawar praises Eknath Shinde; Uddhav Thackeray’s Sena frowns, NCP-SP says ‘no need for politics in …’

Live Mint  

Sharad Pawar felicitated Eknath Shinde during an event in Delhi on on Tuesday — drawing sharp criticism from the allied Shiv Sena. The Uddhav Thackeray led faction claimed that the move had hurt the “sentiments of Marathi people” and deemed the Deputy Chief Minister an “enemy of Maharashtra”. The Shiv Sena leader however contended that Pawar should not have attended …

Dilli Dur-Ast: An Existential Crisis in the Heart of Congress
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dilli Dur-Ast: An Existential Crisis in the Heart of Congress

The Quint  

The Delhi verdict also raises serious questions about the Congress’ position in the INDIA bloc. While the Congress has to set its house in order and figure out its future electoral strategy, it also has to deal with the discord and disaffection within the INDIA bloc. The Trinamool Congress has been distancing itself from the Congress for some time now …

In Setback To Uddhav's Sena, Former MLA Rajan Salvi Resigns From Party, Likely To Switch To Shinde Camp
1 month, 2 weeks ago

In Setback To Uddhav's Sena, Former MLA Rajan Salvi Resigns From Party, Likely To Switch To Shinde Camp

ABP News  

Shiv Sena 's leader and former MLA Rajan Salvi, who represented the Rajapur Assembly constituency for three terms resigned from the party on Wednesday. Salvi faced a tough challenge in the recently held assembly elections, ultimately losing to Shiv Sena candidate Kiran Samant, the brother of Industries Minister Uday Samant. His political struggles deepened after the 2022 Shiv Sena split, …

Maharashtra: Rajan Salvi, prominent Shiv Sena face in Konkan region, likely to join Shinde camp
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra: Rajan Salvi, prominent Shiv Sena face in Konkan region, likely to join Shinde camp

India TV News  

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde is set to give another blow to rival Shiv Sena in Uddhav Thackeray's stronghold - Konkan. Rajan Salvi, one of the prominent leaders of Shiv Sena in the Konkan region, is likely to join the Sena Shena, said the sources on Wednesday. Rift in Maha Vikas Aghadi widens In another …

‘What’s need for Opposition alliances if...’: Shiv Sena-UBT tears into AAP, Congress post Delhi debacle
1 month, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

Maharashtra pattern responsible for the defeat in Delhi Polls, says Sanjay Raut
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra pattern responsible for the defeat in Delhi Polls, says Sanjay Raut

The Hindu  

While Shiv Sena leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Saturday, claimed the Delhi polls defeat of Congress and Aam Aadmi Party was due to the “Maharashtra pattern”, the ruling alliance state Delhi people wanted change and supported development. NCP-SP leader Rohit Pawar called Delhi assembly election results “shocking.” “Even if AAP, especially Manish Sisodia has to face defeat, …

‘Had Congress, AAP been together’: INDIA bloc leaders on Delhi election results
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘Had Congress, AAP been together’: INDIA bloc leaders on Delhi election results

The Hindu  

With the Aam Aadmi Party poised to lose the Delhi Assembly elections after winning there thrice consecutively, and the BJP set to comfortably win, some INDIA bloc leaders lamented that the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party should have fought the polls together against the BJP. Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday weighed in on the Delhi Election trends, …

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