PM Modi’s visit to CJI Chandrachud’s residence for Ganpati Puja draws flak; Indira Jaising, MP Sanjay Raut question CJI’s independence
6 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi’s visit to CJI Chandrachud’s residence for Ganpati Puja draws flak; Indira Jaising, MP Sanjay Raut question CJI’s independence

The Hindu  

Several prominent lawyers and politicians, including Indira Jaisingh, Prashant Bhushan and MP Sanjay Raut criticised Chief Justice of India D.Y. There should be no act or omission by him which is unbecoming of the high office he occupies and the public esteem in which that office is held" Violation of Code pic.twitter.com/kNjuMosbgZ — Prashant Bhushan September 12, 2024 Senior lawyer Jaisingh wrote on X: “Chief Justice of India has compromised the separation of powers between the Executive and Judiciary. Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut raised concerns about the impartiality of the Chief Justice, casting doubt on his ability to deliver a fair judgement in the case where Shiv Sena leader Sunil Prabhu has challenged a ruling that held that the Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led faction was the ‘real’ Shiv Sena. Ganesh festival is celebrated in many places in Delhi, but the Prime Minister went to the Chief Justice’s house.” “Our knowledge of God is such that if the custodians of the Constitution meet political leaders in this manner, then people have doubts.” Mr. Raut reiterated his call for Chief Justice Chandrachud to distance himself from the case.

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'For First Time, A CJI Put All Materials In Public' : Vice President Lauds CJI Sanijv Khanna For Steps In Justice Yashwant Varma Case
5 days, 17 hours ago

'For First Time, A CJI Put All Materials In Public' : Vice President Lauds CJI Sanijv Khanna For Steps In Justice Yashwant Varma Case

Live Law  

Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman, Jagdeep Dhankhar, lauded Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna for publishing the reports related to the in-house procedure against Justice Yashwant Varma over the alleged discovery of cash at his official premises. Since this time the head of judiciary, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna has initiated action in a very, very impactful and transparent manner, …

'For First Time, A CJI Put All Materials In Public' : Vice President Lauds CJI Sanijv Khanna For Steps In Justice Yashwant Varma Case
5 days, 17 hours ago

'For First Time, A CJI Put All Materials In Public' : Vice President Lauds CJI Sanijv Khanna For Steps In Justice Yashwant Varma Case

Live Law  

Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman, Jagdeep Dhankhar, lauded Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna for publishing the reports related to the in-house procedure against Justice Yashwant Varma over the alleged discovery of cash at his official premises. Since this time the head of judiciary, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna has initiated action in a very, very impactful and transparent manner, …

CJI sets up 3-member panel to probe judge
1 week ago

CJI sets up 3-member panel to probe judge

Hindustan Times  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Saturday constituted a three-member committee to conduct an inquiry into the allegations against Delhi high court judge Yashwant Varma following the purported discovery of a large stash of cash from the judge’s residence last week. The decision was taken by the CJI following a recommendation by Delhi high court chief justice Devendra Kumar …

CJI asks for Delhi HC report on judge Yashwant Varma’s case, seeks his viewpoint too
1 week, 1 day ago

CJI asks for Delhi HC report on judge Yashwant Varma’s case, seeks his viewpoint too

Hindustan Times  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has initiated an initial inquiry against Delhi high court judge Yashwant Varma over the discovery of large amounts of cash at the latter’s residence in Delhi last week. According to people in the know of the developments, CJI Khanna has sought a report from Delhi high court chief justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya before finalising …

BJP trying to ‘erase Shivaji’ through its pursuit of Aurangzeb: Shiv Sena (UBT)
1 week, 3 days ago

BJP trying to ‘erase Shivaji’ through its pursuit of Aurangzeb: Shiv Sena (UBT)

The Hindu  

The politically charged controversy surrounding Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s grave continues in Maharashtra, with Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi ally Shiv Sena attacking the BJP for giving more importance to Aurangzeb than Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The is conspiring to finish Aurangzeb along with his grave so that the heroes who fought him will also vanish along with him, a distortion of history.” …

Shinde tried to join Cong few years ago: Sanjay Raut
2 weeks 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 …

Did Shinde Sena ministers skip Chaava screening due to guardian minister post row?
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Did Shinde Sena ministers skip Chaava screening due to guardian minister post row?

India Today  

Ministers and MLAs from Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena faction skipped the screening of the Bollywood film Chhava amid the unresolved issue of the Raigad Guardian Minister post. The Shiv Sena's absence from the screening gave rise to speculation it was a deliberate snub by the party over the unresolved issue of the Raigad Guardian Minister post. …

Sanjay Raut's 'Mohan Bhagwat' retort to Eknath Shinde's Maha Kumbh criticism for Uddhav Thackeray
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3 weeks, 6 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, …

With Mahayuti win, clear verdict on true Shiv Sena, NCP: Amit Shah
1 month, 1 week ago

With Mahayuti win, clear verdict on true Shiv Sena, NCP: Amit Shah

The Hindu  

Union Home Minister on Saturday praised the people of Maharashtra for their clear mandate for the Mahayuti in the State Assembly elections. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi provided Jan Dhan accounts to you all, Rahul Gandhi said what are we going to transfer to these accounts. By giving a historic mandate, the people of Maharashtra also delivered a clear verdict …

Letters to The Editor — February 20, 2025
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Letters to The Editor — February 20, 2025

The Hindu  

Appointing the CEC Apart from ensuring that there are three column headlines in newspapers, what the Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi aims or achieves from his phrase, ‘midnight call/appointment of CEC’, is anybody’s guess. Those who feel that the government going ahead with the process is a hasty move and that it could have waited for the top court’s …

'PM Modi, Amit Shah Made Midnight Decision': Rahul Gandhi Shares Dissent Note On CEC Appointment
1 month, 1 week ago

'PM Modi, Amit Shah Made Midnight Decision': Rahul Gandhi Shares Dissent Note On CEC Appointment

ABP News  

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, who is a member of the panel to appoint the CEC, on Tuesday shared his dissent note on the appointment of Gyanesh Kumar as the Chief Election Commissioner. Kumar's appointment was made hours after Congress asked the government to defer its decision on the new CEC till the Supreme Court concludes its hearing on a …

‘How can CJI in a democracy …’: VP Jagdeep Dhankhar questions judiciary's powers
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘How can CJI in a democracy …’: VP Jagdeep Dhankhar questions judiciary's powers

Hindustan Times  

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday questioned the involvement of the Chief Justice of India in executive appointments in a democracy such as India. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar today said that the Chief Justice of the country shouldn't be involved in any executive appointment in a democracy like India. "To stir your minds, how can in a country like ours …

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 …

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 …

Indian courts under pressure from Modi government? DY Chandrachud counters BBC
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Indian courts under pressure from Modi government? DY Chandrachud counters BBC

India Today  

DY Chandrachud, former Chief Justice of India, faced tough questions on diverse issues ranging from alleged political interference in the Indian judiciary and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's controversial visit to his home to key judgments as he appeared on BBC's HARDtalk. The former CJI further shared that his father, former Chief Justice of India YV Chandrachud, had told him "not …

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 …

Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray challenges Eknath Shinde, says 'keep aside ED, CBI and fight with us'
1 month, 3 weeks 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 …

'PM Sought Forgiveness': Congress' Ajay Rai Takes Jibe At Modi's Holy Dip At Maha Kumbh
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'PM Sought Forgiveness': Congress' Ajay Rai Takes Jibe At Modi's Holy Dip At Maha Kumbh

ABP News  

Uttar Pradesh's congress president Ajay Rai lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi stating that he took a dip in the Ganga and sought forgiveness from Ganga Maiya. The remarks came when, Ajay Rai, was on his visit to the Ghazipur residence of Inspector Anjani Rai, who allegedly died in the Maha Kumbh stampede that reportedly claimed 30 lives. PM …

Eknath Shinde gives Cabinet meetings a miss amid political upheavals in Maharashtra | Details
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde gives Cabinet meetings a miss amid political upheavals in Maharashtra | Details

India TV News  

Maharashtra’s Mahayuti government came into power after much political upheaval around who will take up what office. The meeting saw the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and second Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, although from the Shinde Shiv Sena party's side Minister of State Yogesh Kadam and other ministers also attended the meeting. BJP has used Eknath Shinde: Sanjay …

Friction between Mahayuti allies intensifies with guardian ministership issue, Shinde’s decisions being reversed
2 months, 1 week ago

Friction between Mahayuti allies intensifies with guardian ministership issue, Shinde’s decisions being reversed

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: While the recent exercise of appointing guardian ministers has exposed the rift between the BJP and Shiv Sena, the tussle within the ruling alliance has been brewing for the last two months and is expected to intensify in the coming days with regard to the sharing of statutory boards and corporations. All is not well between the Mahayuti allies …

Ajit Pawar to voters in Baramati: 'You have voted for me, does not mean you have become my master'
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ajit Pawar to voters in Baramati: 'You have voted for me, does not mean you have become my master'

India TV News  

Ajit Pawar controversial statement: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar lost his temper during an event on Sunday, addressing the people of his constituency, Baramati. In the recently concluded Maharashtra Assembly elections, the BJP, Shiv Sena, and Nationalist Congress Party alliance, known as 'Mahayuti', secured a resounding victory, winning 230 out of 288 seats. Shinde's faction of Shiv Sena claimed …

Deputy CM Shinde to meet Modi with family
3 months ago

Deputy CM Shinde to meet Modi with family

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Deputy CM Eknath Shinde is likely to meet PM Narendra Modi on December 26 and it is said to be a goodwill visit. Deputy CM Shinde to meet Modi with family Shinde’s son and Kalyan MP Shrikant Shinde confirmed the meeting with PM. Shiv Sena UBT leader and spokesperson Sanjay Raut said, “Shinde may claim to be a chief …

Chaos erupts in Maharashtra council over Shinde's political jibes
3 months, 1 week ago

Chaos erupts in Maharashtra council over Shinde's political jibes

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The Maharashtra Legislative Council descended into disorder on Thursday when senior Shiv Sena member Anil Parab challenged Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde for derailing a discussion on the Governor's speech into political point-scoring. Shinde's speech, peppered with sarcastic remarks aimed at absent Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray, drew sharp protests from Opposition members. When opposition members suggested the Chief …

Sharad Pawar meets PM Modi in Parliament over pomegranate farmers' concerns
3 months, 1 week ago

Sharad Pawar meets PM Modi in Parliament over pomegranate farmers' concerns

India TV News  

Nationalist Congress Party President Sharad Pawar on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Parliament, weeks after the BJP-led MahaYuti Alliance suffered a landslide defeat to the Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi in the state assembly elections. The veteran leader had recently written to Modi, inviting him to inaugurate the 98th Marathi Sahitya Sammelan scheduled at Delhi’s Talkatora Stadium in February. The …

Uddhav Sena leader challenges nominations of 7 legislators in Bombay High Court
3 months, 1 week ago

Uddhav Sena leader challenges nominations of 7 legislators in Bombay High Court

India Today  

The Bombay High Court on Tuesday directed a petitioner challenging the nomination of seven politicians to the Maharashtra Legislative Council to add those who are appointed as party to the petition. Shiv Sena leader Sunil Modi filed a plea challenging the nomination of seven MLCs - three from BJP and two each from Shiv Sena and Nationalist Congress Party. The …

Shrikant Shinde refers to Indira Gandhi's letter to Savarkar, sparks heated exchanges
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Shrikant Shinde refers to Indira Gandhi's letter to Savarkar, sparks heated exchanges

The Hindu  

The Lok Sabha turned into a battleground on Saturday when Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde invoked a letter written by former prime minister Indira Gandhi praising V.D. Referring to Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi’s critical comments earlier on Savarkar, Mr. Shinde questioned the Congress’ repeated criticism of the freedom fighter. Constitution Debate in Lok Sabha: Highlights from day 2 on …

Eknath Shinde eyes at home department in Maharashtra, says Shiv Sena; ‘When Fadnavis was deputy CM he also…’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde eyes at home department in Maharashtra, says Shiv Sena; ‘When Fadnavis was deputy CM he also…’

Live Mint  

aDays after BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis took oath as Maharashtra Chief Minister, Shiv Sena on Friday expressed its will to take the the crucial home portfolio in the state government. Shiv Sena leader Bharat Gogawale told PTI that when Fadnavis was deputy CM he held the home department. We hope the talks on portfolios will be over in the next …

Was Eknath Shinde upset? What Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said about his two deputies
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Was Eknath Shinde upset? What Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said about his two deputies

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said his deputy Eknath Shinde was not upset and rejected allegations that the government's formation was inordinately delayed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the newly sworn Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, left, and deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde during the swearing-in ceremony, in Mumbai, Thursday. On Friday, Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant said Eknath Shinde …

Eknath Shinde as Dy CM: Shiv Sena's Woes Aren't Over, It Faces 3 Big Questions
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde as Dy CM: Shiv Sena's Woes Aren't Over, It Faces 3 Big Questions

The Quint  

After many days of uncertainty Maharashtra's outgoing chief minister Eknath Shinde finally took oath as deputy chief minister on 5 December, along with CM Devendra Fadnavis and the second deputy CM, Ajit Pawar. Due to Shinde's indecision on taking up the deputy CM's post, Ajit Pawar even took a dig at him during the alliance's joint press conference on 4 …

MVA ‘boycotts’ Fadnavis' swearing-in, Sanjay Raut slams Eknath Shinde
3 months, 3 weeks ago

MVA ‘boycotts’ Fadnavis' swearing-in, Sanjay Raut slams Eknath Shinde

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Behind the glitter of the swearing-in ceremony of chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and his two deputies on Thursday, bitterness simmered in the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition. Prominent opposition leaders stayed away from the grand event, including former chief ministers such as NCP chief Sharad Pawar, Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray. Mumbai, Dec 05 …

Eknath Shinde invokes Balasaheb Thackeray and Anand Dighe, lauds PM Modi and Amit Shah in oath as Deputy CM
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde invokes Balasaheb Thackeray and Anand Dighe, lauds PM Modi and Amit Shah in oath as Deputy CM

Live Mint  

Maharashtra: Shiv Sena Chief Eknath Shinde on Thursday took oath as Deputy Chief Minister in the BJP-led Mahayuti government and invoked late Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray. Shinde started his oath by bowing to Balasaheb Thackeray, remembering mentor late Anand Dighe and taking blessings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister Amit Shah and 13 crore people of Maharshtra. Shinde …

Suspense ends! Eknath Shinde to take oath as Deputy CM of Maharashtra, says Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Suspense ends! Eknath Shinde to take oath as Deputy CM of Maharashtra, says Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant

Live Mint  

Ending speculations over whether outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde will assume the role of Deputy CM in the BJP-led Mahayuti government, a Shiv Sena leader on Thursday confirmed that the party chief will take oath this evening. "Eknath Shinde will take oath as Deputy CM of Maharashtra," said Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant. When asked about the delay in making …

Shiv Sena leader’s big statement: ‘If Eknath Shinde doesn’t accept Maharashtra Deputy CM post, no party MLA will…’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Shiv Sena leader’s big statement: ‘If Eknath Shinde doesn’t accept Maharashtra Deputy CM post, no party MLA will…’

Live Mint  

Maharashtra: Even as the clock ticks down to Devendra Fadnavis' swearing-in ceremony as Maharashtra's Chief Minister, the suspense continues to build over whether key Mahayuti leader and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde will accept the Deputy CM post. However, with Shinde yet to reveal his final decision, Shiv Sena leaders have decided they won't take any responsibility in the new …

Maharashtra politics: Why Eknath Shinde is bargaining hard with the BJP
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra politics: Why Eknath Shinde is bargaining hard with the BJP

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: He kept his allies, and the people of Maharashtra, guessing for more than a week, but Eknath Shinde will finally take oath as deputy to Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday. As the outgoing chief minister, Shinde believes the home portfolio – and only the home portfolio – would be adequate compensation for being denied the chief minister’s post in the …

Eknath Shinde Teases Ajit Pawar At Mahayuti Presser: 'Dada Experienced In Taking Both Morning, Evening Oaths'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde Teases Ajit Pawar At Mahayuti Presser: 'Dada Experienced In Taking Both Morning, Evening Oaths'

ABP News  

Days after the Mahayuti win in Maharashtra, the path to the government formation became clearer on Wednesday, with a BJP Chief Minister leading the NDA alliance with the support of two deputies, each from the constituting alliance partners. In a press conference on Wednesday, Fadnavis said that Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde and NCP leader Ajit Pawar had handed the …

'CM, Deputy CM Just Technical Posts, Mahayuti Leaders To Work Together': Fadnavis After Staking Claim To Form Govt
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'CM, Deputy CM Just Technical Posts, Mahayuti Leaders To Work Together': Fadnavis After Staking Claim To Form Govt

ABP News  

Maharashtra CM-designate Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday staked the claim for government formation in Maharashtra. After handing the letter of support to the Maharashtra Governor, Mahayuti leaders, including Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar addressed a press conference on the government formation. Fadnavis said that the posts of the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Ministers in the state are just technical …

'Delhi superpower behind Eknath Shinde's tantrums': Sanjay Raut on Maharashtra CM suspense
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Delhi superpower behind Eknath Shinde's tantrums': Sanjay Raut on Maharashtra CM suspense

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut claimed on Tuesday that some "superpower" in Delhi was behind Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde's "tantrums and sulking" against BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis. Thane: Caretaker Chief Minister of Maharashtra Eknath Shinde leaves after his check-up at Jupiter Hospital. "I feel some superpower in Delhi is behind Eknath Shinde's tantrums and sulking against Devendra Fadnavis. Before …

Eknath Shinde says ‘badhiya hai’ despite being rushed to hospital amid health concerns: Watch
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde says ‘badhiya hai’ despite being rushed to hospital amid health concerns: Watch

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on December 3 has been rushed to Thane's Jupiter Hospital as his health condition showed no sign of improvement, sources said as reported by news agency ANI. On being asked about his health condition, Shinde told reporters said, “Badhiya hai.” While speaking to PTI on Eknath Shinde's health, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat said, …

'Don't Dig Up Ghosts, Be Sensitive About Judiciary': Supreme Court In PIL Against Ex-Andhra CM Jagan Over Remarks On Justice Ramana
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Don't Dig Up Ghosts, Be Sensitive About Judiciary': Supreme Court In PIL Against Ex-Andhra CM Jagan Over Remarks On Justice Ramana

Live Law  

While hearing a PIL filed against ex-Andhra Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy over his allegations of impropriety against former Chief Justice of India NV Ramana, the Supreme Court today remarked that people should be sensitive atleast towards the judiciary. In the context of the main matter, Justice Kant posed to the petitioner's counsel, "who has advised you to unnecessarily …

Maharashtra Govt Formation: Fadnavis Dials Eknath Shinde Again, CM’s Son Denies Vying For Deputy Post — Updates
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra Govt Formation: Fadnavis Dials Eknath Shinde Again, CM’s Son Denies Vying For Deputy Post — Updates

ABP News  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday appointed Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani as central observers for the selection of the Maharashtra BJP Legislature Party leader. The BJP Parliamentary Board made the announcement in a press statement, stating, "The BJP Parliamentary Board has appointed Shri Vijay Rupani, former Chief Minister of Gujarat and Punjab …

Maharashtra Chief Minister Oath-Taking Ceremony Set for December 5
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Oath-Taking Ceremony Set for December 5

Deccan Chronicle  

NCP leader Ajit Pawar has confirmed that the Chief Minister will be from the BJP, while deputy CM posts will be shared between the Shiv Sena and the NCP. The Mahayuti, a formidable coalition in Maharashtra politics, brings together BJP’s ideological base, the Shiv Sena’s regional appeal, and the NCP’s grassroots reach. The alliance emerged victorious in the state assembly …

Maharashtra CM live updates: Eknath Shinde receives ‘Guard of Honour’ in Satara, returns to Mumbai
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Maharashtra CM live updates: Eknath Shinde receives ‘Guard of Honour’ in Satara, returns to Mumbai

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra CM News Live Updates: The chiefs of the Mahayuti alliance met home minister Amit Shah on Thursday for a final discussion Maharashtra CM News Live Updates: The Maharashtra Chief Minister's pick for the winning Mahayuti alliance is yet to be announced, but NCP chief Ajit Pawar has confirmed that a BJP candidate will take the top post and there …

Maharashtra: New CM to be from BJP, Mahayuti allies Shiv Sena and NCP to get deputy CM posts, says Ajit Pawar
Top News
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Maharashtra: New CM to be from BJP, Mahayuti allies Shiv Sena and NCP to get deputy CM posts, says Ajit Pawar

Live Mint  

Nationalist Congress Party chief and Maharashtra caretaker Dy CM Ajit Pawar on Saturday said during a meeting of Mahayuti leaders it was decided that the new chief minister will be from the Bharatiya Janata Party and the remaining two parties – Shiv Sena and NCP – will get Dy CM posts. Ajit Pawar said: "During the meeting it was decided …

Maharashtra without CM for eight days because poll verdict against wishes of people: Sanjay Raut
4 months ago

Maharashtra without CM for eight days because poll verdict against wishes of people: Sanjay Raut

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday alleged that the "unnatural" verdict in Maharashtra, which saw Mahayuti winning big in assembly polls, has delayed the selection of chief minister for the last eight days. Raut indicated that differences in Mahayuti forced caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde to go to his village in Satara district amidst the government formation efforts. …

Maharashtra CM Race: Shiv Sena Leader Hints 'Big Decision' After Eknath Shinde Meets NCP-SP MLA — Updates
4 months ago

Maharashtra CM Race: Shiv Sena Leader Hints 'Big Decision' After Eknath Shinde Meets NCP-SP MLA — Updates

ABP News  

Maharashtra CM Race: The Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra, comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, is yet to finalise its government formation even a week after the assembly election results were declared. Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat revealed that discussions on the Chief Minister’s post are underway, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah expected to …

Mahayuti Meet Delayed; Shinde Visits Village, Govt Formation Stalls
4 months ago

Mahayuti Meet Delayed; Shinde Visits Village, Govt Formation Stalls

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: A key Mahayuti meeting scheduled on Friday was put off and likely to take place on Sunday now as outgoing Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde headed to his native village, delaying government formation a week after poll results.The ruling alliance's meeting was expected to be convened in Mumbai on Sunday, said sources in the Shiv Sena, which is headed …

Will Eknath Shinde accept deputy CM post or join Narendra Modi's cabinet? Shiv Sena leader says…
4 months ago

Will Eknath Shinde accept deputy CM post or join Narendra Modi's cabinet? Shiv Sena leader says…

Hindustan Times  

Amid the continued suspense over Maharashtra's chief ministerial face, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat on Friday said that Eknath Shinde will certainly not go to the central Cabinet as a Union minister, PTI reported. Shinde, who is now the caretaker CM of Maharashtra, said on Wednesday that he will accept Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision on Mahayuti's CM pick. Meanwhile, …

After arriving from Delhi, Shinde heads to his native village; Mahayuti meet likely on Sun
4 months ago

After arriving from Delhi, Shinde heads to his native village; Mahayuti meet likely on Sun

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Outgoing Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who returned to Mumbai from New Delhi on Friday morning, is travelling to his native village in Satara district amid continuing suspense over his successor a week after the assembly poll results. Shinde had told reporters in New Delhi on late Thursday night that the next meeting of the Mahayuti alliance on government …

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