Maharashtra: Eknath Shinde adamant over Home Ministry, unreachable for local BJP leaders
3 weeks ago

Maharashtra: Eknath Shinde adamant over Home Ministry, unreachable for local BJP leaders

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Amid the delay on government formation in Maharashtra, Eknath Shidne is admant over the demand of Home Ministry portfolio for his party. Meanwhile, the local BJP leaders are trying to meet him but as per sources he is unreachable for them. Shinde cancells all meetings Meanwhile, Eknath Shinde cancelled all the meetings including the one with MLAs and coordinators, which were supposed to take place today. Shrikant Shinde refutes rumors regarding deputy CM post There were also speculations that Shinde's son Srikant, who is an MP would likely become the deputy chief minister. In a post on social media platform X, he said that the swearing-in ceremony of the Mahayuti govt has been delayed a bit and the rumours of him becoming the deputy cm were baseless.

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'You Will Be Chief Minister Someday': Fadnavis Tells His Deputy Ajit Pawar, Shares 24-Hour Work Plan
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4 days, 3 hours ago

'You Will Be Chief Minister Someday': Fadnavis Tells His Deputy Ajit Pawar, Shares 24-Hour Work Plan

ABP News  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday made a surprising remark during the ongoing Winter Session in the legislative assembly about his Deputy Ajit Pawar as he wished for the latter to become a Chief Minister someday. The Maharashtra CM also shared details about the working schedule of the Mahayuti leaders, stating that he and his deputies Pawar and Eknath …

You will be CM one day, my wishes are with you: Devendra Fadnavis tells Ajit Pawar in Maharashtra Assembly
4 days, 19 hours ago

You will be CM one day, my wishes are with you: Devendra Fadnavis tells Ajit Pawar in Maharashtra Assembly

India TV News  

Maharashtra: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today said he and his deputies Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde would work 24/7 in shifts. Turning to Ajit Pawar, Fadnavis said in the legislative, “You are called ‘permanent deputy CM’ but my wishes are with you and you will be the CM someday.” Ajit Pawar on December 5 took oath as the deputy …

You will be Chief Minister one day, Devendra Fadnavis tells Ajit Pawar
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4 days, 19 hours ago

You will be Chief Minister one day, Devendra Fadnavis tells Ajit Pawar

India Today  

In a moment that raised eyebrows in Maharashtra's political circles, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis made a surprising remark about his deputy, Ajit Pawar, during a speech in the legislative assembly. Ajit Pawar, who recently took oath as Deputy Chief Minister for the sixth time, joined the BJP-led Mahayuti government in 2023 after a dramatic split from the NCP, originally founded …

Maharashtra Cabinet portfolio distribution in next 24 hours | Here's who may get what
5 days, 19 hours ago

Maharashtra Cabinet portfolio distribution in next 24 hours | Here's who may get what

India TV News  

The portfolio allocation in the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra is likely to be finalised in the next 24 hours, said the sources. While the BJP secured 19 ministerial berths, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar's Nationalist Congress Party got 11 and 9 berths, respectively. Shiv Sena may get THESE ministries Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena may …

Maharashtra Politics: 'Grandmaster' Poster of Fadnavis Sparks Buzz in Nagpur
1 week, 1 day ago

Maharashtra Politics: 'Grandmaster' Poster of Fadnavis Sparks Buzz in Nagpur

ABP News  

The expansion of Maharashtra's Maha Yuti government under Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is expected soon, with the division of portfolios among the alliance's three major parties also likely to be finalized. According to sources, the Shiv Sena, led by former Chief Minister and current Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, may be allotted the Housing Ministry. New faces might be …

Eknath Shinde has no reason to be upset, no issues in deciding Cabinet: Amit Shah
1 week, 2 days ago

Eknath Shinde has no reason to be upset, no issues in deciding Cabinet: Amit Shah

India Today  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday dismissed claims suggesting that Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde was upset with the BJP over not being reappointed as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra and assured that there were no disagreements regarding the allocation of Cabinet portfolios in the state. #AmitShahAtAgendaAajtak | "This time we said it from the beginning that chief minister …

Maharashtra government: Eknath Shinde’s bid for key portfolios delays cabinet expansion
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1 week, 3 days ago

Maharashtra government: Eknath Shinde’s bid for key portfolios delays cabinet expansion

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Eknath Shinde is still holding out, in an all-out effort to salvage what he can from a BJP-led government that is calling the shots. The reluctant deputy chief minister, who pushed for the sensitive home portfolio till the last minute, among other things, has delayed the proposed cabinet expansion ahead of the winter session of the state legislature. Shiv …

Fadnavis to drop 30% ministers from Shinde cabinet
1 week, 4 days ago

Fadnavis to drop 30% ministers from Shinde cabinet

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Even almost a week after the formation of the BJP-led government in Maharashtra, cabinet expansion has not taken place. Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and his deputy Ajit Pawar have gone to New Delhi to meet the BJP’s top leadership to finalise the names of cabinet ministers. Maharashtra BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Tuesday met Eknath Shinde at latter’s …

Maharashtra Cabinet expansion likely on Dec 14, BJP may keep 22 ministerial berths: Report
1 week, 5 days ago

Maharashtra Cabinet expansion likely on Dec 14, BJP may keep 22 ministerial berths: Report

India TV News  

A senior BJP leader told news agency PTI that the cabinet expansion of the Devendra Fadnavis-led Maharashtra government is likely to take place by December 14 and added that the Shiv Sena would not get the home department and was also unlikely to be allocated the revenue portfolio. Saying that Devendra Fadnavis has left for Delhi on Wednesday, the CMO …

'Stop crying': Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde asks opposition to stop ‘misleading’ people about EVMs
2 weeks, 1 day ago

'Stop crying': Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde asks opposition to stop ‘misleading’ people about EVMs

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday asked the opposition parties to “accept people's mandate” and stop “misleading voters” about electronic voting machines, news agency PTI reported. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde arrives during the Special session of Maharashtra Assembly, at Vidhan Bhavan, in Mumbai, Sunday, “In the Lok Sabha elections, 2.48 crore votes went to the Mahayuti, …

Eknath Shinde eyes at home department in Maharashtra, says Shiv Sena; ‘When Fadnavis was deputy CM he also…’
2 weeks, 2 days 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 unwilling to give CM post to Devendra Fadnavis? Shiv Sena leader’s BIG reveal
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Was Eknath Shinde unwilling to give CM post to Devendra Fadnavis? Shiv Sena leader’s BIG reveal

Live Mint  

Two days after Eknath Shinde took oath as deputy chief minister to Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant has dropped a big revelation that the former Maharashtra chief minister was reluctant to cede the top post to the Bharatiya Janata Party after the party's landslide in the Assembly elections. Uday Samant said Eknath Shinde was not happy with the …

Was Eknath Shinde upset? What Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said about his two deputies
2 weeks, 2 days 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
2 weeks, 3 days 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 …

Who Will Get Maharashtra Home Ministry? BJP Keeps Mahayuti Allies Guessing
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Who Will Get Maharashtra Home Ministry? BJP Keeps Mahayuti Allies Guessing

ABP News  

The Home Ministry in Maharashtra seems to have emerged as a bone of contention between the three Mahayuti partners — the BJP, the Shiv Sena, and the NCP. While Shiv Sena's Gulabrao Patil said that Shiv Sena would have the Home Ministry, NCP MLA Amol Mitkari said Patil was "not making sense". On Thursday, Patil targeted Ajit Pawar, claiming that …

BJP had planned to go ahead with government swearing-in without Shinde if he remained stubborn: Sanjay Raut
2 weeks, 3 days ago

BJP had planned to go ahead with government swearing-in without Shinde if he remained stubborn: Sanjay Raut

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Friday claimed that Eknath Shinde had to take oath as Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister because the BJP's top brass planned to go ahead with the new government's swearing-in if he continued being "stubborn". BJP had planned to go ahead with the swearing-in ceremony without Eknath Shinde. BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in …

Exclusive: Who persuaded Eknath Shinde? What Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said
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Exclusive: Who persuaded Eknath Shinde? What Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said

India Today  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said Eknath Shinde agreed to be his deputy after he reached out to the Shiv Sena chief two days before the swearing-in ceremony. Fadnavis said Shinde had accepted in Mahayuti's first meeting after the election win that the Chief Minister would be from BJP. Shinde and NCP's Ajit Pawar were sworn in as deputy chief …

Maharashtra Cabinet: BJP may keep Home, Eknath Shinde to retain Urban Development, say sources
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Maharashtra Cabinet: BJP may keep Home, Eknath Shinde to retain Urban Development, say sources

India TV News  

A day after the oath-taking ceremony, fresh reports emerged on Friday that the Devendra Fadnavis government's first cabinet expansion in Maharashtra will likely occur either on December 11 or 12. Maharashtra cabinet expansion: Check who might keep what The BJP might keep the Ministry of Home Affairs, Law and Justice, Construction, Energy, Courtesy, Irrigation, Village Development, Tourism, Revenue, Skill Development, …

‘Will work as a team’: Eknath Shinde on serving as deputy CM in Devendra Fadnavis' cabinet
2 weeks, 4 days ago

‘Will work as a team’: Eknath Shinde on serving as deputy CM in Devendra Fadnavis' cabinet

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday assured he will extend all possible cooperation to chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and “work as a team”. Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as CM for third time Devendra Fadnavis took oath as Maharashtra chief minister at a star-studded event headlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mumbai's Azad Maidan. After the event, PM …

Eknath Shinde sparks laughter with ‘dedicated common man’ remark, vows to support CM Fadnavis
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Eknath Shinde sparks laughter with ‘dedicated common man’ remark, vows to support CM Fadnavis

Live Mint  

Shiv Sena Chief Eknath Shinde on Thursday sparked laughter while addressing mediapersons as he called himself a ‘dedicated common man’ while referring to his Deputy Chief Minister post. Shinde, who served as Maharashtra's Chief Minister for two-and-half years, took oath as Deputy CM in the BJP-led Mahayuti government after Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as the new chief minister in …

Ajit Pawar breaks records as deputy CM, but his long quest for the top job remains unfulfilled
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Ajit Pawar breaks records as deputy CM, but his long quest for the top job remains unfulfilled

The Hindu  

Ajit Pawar took oath as Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister for a record sixth time on Thursday, having demonstrated the invaluable political lessons learned from his uncle — veteran politician, current Opposition leader, and four-time Chief Minister Sharad Pawar — even though the top job still remains elusive. Now, Mr. Ajit Pawar has emerged as the “strongest player”, securing 41 Assembly …

Eknath Shinde invokes Balasaheb Thackeray and Anand Dighe, lauds PM Modi and Amit Shah in oath as Deputy CM
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as new Maharashtra CM, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar Deputy CMs
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as new Maharashtra CM, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar Deputy CMs

Op India  

Shiv Sena Chief Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party Chief Ajit Pawar took oath as Deputy Chief Ministers of Maharashtra on Thursday. Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of the new Mahayuti government. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Goa Chief …

Devendra Fadnavis Returns As Maharashtra Chief Minister Five-Year Wait Ends Two Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde Ajit Pawar
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Devendra Fadnavis Returns As Maharashtra Chief Minister Five-Year Wait Ends Two Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde Ajit Pawar

ABP News  

After much speculation and deliberations, Maharashtra finally got a new Chief Minister on Thursday, November 5, when Devendra Fadnavis took oath for the top government post. Once the Mahayuti "deal" was seemingly sealed, Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar confirmed that they would take oath for the Maharashtra government and the ministries would be decided later. Earlier in the …

Eknath Shinde to take oath as Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Eknath Shinde to take oath as Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena president Eknath Shinde would be taking oath as deputy chief minister of Maharashtra at the swearing-in ceremony here on Thursday evening, his party colleague Uday Samant announced. BJP legislature party leader Devendra Fadnavis would take oath as chief minister, while Shinde and NCP chief Ajit Pawar would be sworn in as his deputies at the ceremony to …

Sena leader confirms Eknath Shinde to take oath as Deputy CM today
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Sena leader confirms Eknath Shinde to take oath as Deputy CM today

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena president Eknath Shinde would be taking oath as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra at the swearing-in ceremony in Mumbai on Thursday evening, his party colleague Uday Samant announced. BJP Legislature Party Leader Devendra Fadnavis would take oath as Chief Minister, while Mr. Shinde and NCP chief Ajit Pawar would be sworn in as his deputies at the ceremony …

No Sena MLA to be part of new govt if Shinde doesn't become dy CM: Party leader
2 weeks, 4 days ago

No Sena MLA to be part of new govt if Shinde doesn't become dy CM: Party leader

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant on Thursday said no MLA from the party will accept any responsibility in the new Maharashtra government if Eknath Shinde does not take oath as deputy chief minister. Talking to reporters hours ahead of the swearing-in ceremony, Samant also said no MLA from the Shiv Sena has the intention to become deputy CM and …

Shiv Sena leader’s big statement: ‘If Eknath Shinde doesn’t accept Maharashtra Deputy CM post, no party MLA will…’
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Fadnavis swearing-in: Who will get what portfolios in new Maharashtra government?
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Fadnavis swearing-in: Who will get what portfolios in new Maharashtra government?

Firstpost  

Devendra Fadnavis is set to return as Maharashtra CM. Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde with BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra party President Chandrashekhar Bawankule, NCP chief Ajit Pawar and party leader Praful Patel during a press conference, at Governor house in Mumbai, December 4, 2024. Eknath Shinde may take oath Shiv Sena’s Eknath Shinde has reportedly agreed to take oath …

Cloud Over Eknath Shinde's Oath? Shiv Sena Leader's Comments Sparks Speculation
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Cloud Over Eknath Shinde's Oath? Shiv Sena Leader's Comments Sparks Speculation

ABP News  

With barely a few hours left for the Maharashtra Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Ministers' oath-taking ceremony, Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant's comments have sparked speculations of a possible shocker in Maharashtra politics. Sena leader Sanjay Shirsathas indicated that party chief and incumbent caretaker CM Eknath Shinde is still not convinced about taking the Deputy Chief Minister's post in the …

Eknath Shinde congratulates Maharashtra CM-designate Devendra Fadnavis, keeps all guessing on swearing-in | 10 points
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Eknath Shinde congratulates Maharashtra CM-designate Devendra Fadnavis, keeps all guessing on swearing-in | 10 points

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra CM swearing-in news: Maharashtra's caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday congratulated chief minister-designate Devendra Fadnavis on being elected as the Bharatiya Janata Party Legislative Party leader. Mahayuti alliance under the leadership of Devendra Fadanvis addressing media after meeting with the ministry list to Governor of Maharashtra CP Radakrishnan in the presence of Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde, NCP …

Maharashtra CM swearing-in: Devendra Fadnavis returns as Chief Minister today; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar his deputies
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Maharashtra CM swearing-in: Devendra Fadnavis returns as Chief Minister today; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar his deputies

Live Mint  

Maharashtra CM swearing-in: Devendra Fadnavis is all set to take oath as the next chief minister of Maharashtra on December 5, a day after he was elected leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s legislative party unit and staked claim to form the next government in the state. Outgoing chief minister Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party head Ajit Pawar are …

Still Deputy CM, but Ajit Pawar outplayed sulking Shinde. This is how
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Still Deputy CM, but Ajit Pawar outplayed sulking Shinde. This is how

India Today  

The Mahayuti trio -- Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar -- are set to take oath on Thursday in presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the iconic Azad Maidan. As the Mahayuti alliance, comprising the BJP, Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar's NCP, prepares for the oath-taking ceremony on Thursday, NCP leader Ajit Pawar has solidified his …

Shinde goes off script at oath ceremony, leaves red faces on stage
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Shinde goes off script at oath ceremony, leaves red faces on stage

India Today  

Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde left dozens of red faces on stage as he went off script during the official swearing-in ceremony for the Chief Minister and two Deputy Chief Ministers of Maharashtra on Thursday. As the Governor began the process, Shinde launched into a speech lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP leader Amit Shah and the people of Maharashtra. …

Maharashtra: How did BJP, aides convince Eknath Shinde to become Deputy CM under Fadnavis?
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Maharashtra: How did BJP, aides convince Eknath Shinde to become Deputy CM under Fadnavis?

India TV News  

Maharashtra government formation: Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde is set to take the oath as Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister under the Devendra Fadnavis-led government. Eknath Shinde's decision to accept the position of Deputy Chief Minister was reportedly the result of a collective persuasion effort by prominent Shiv Sena MLAs and leaders. According to Uday Samant, the sequence unfolded as follows: …

Ajit Pawar, deputy to four different CMs, returns to the post for his 6th term
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Ajit Pawar, deputy to four different CMs, returns to the post for his 6th term

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: It helps to have a sense of humour when you dream of the chief minister’s job and come in second, not once, not twice but six times. Ajit Pawar, 65, has openly declared that his ambition is to become chief minister of Maharashtra will take oath as the deputy CM once again on Thursday. Pawar, known to be a …

Shiv Sena MLAs, leaders convince Eknath Shinde to take up Maharashtra deputy CM post
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Shiv Sena MLAs, leaders convince Eknath Shinde to take up Maharashtra deputy CM post

Hindustan Times  

The newly-elected Shiv Sena MLAs on Wednesday met party president Eknath Shinde to convince him to take up the post of deputy chief minister in the new Maharashtra government. Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde, BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis and NCP chief Ajit Pawar show victory signs after staking claim to form the government in Maharashtra, at Raj Bhawan in Mumbai …

Eknath Shinde Teases Ajit Pawar At Mahayuti Presser: 'Dada Experienced In Taking Both Morning, Evening Oaths'
2 weeks, 5 days 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 …

Eknath Shinde accepts post of Maharashtra Dy CM, to take oath with Fadnavis tomorrow
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Eknath Shinde accepts post of Maharashtra Dy CM, to take oath with Fadnavis tomorrow

Firstpost  

After days of impasse, the next Maharashtra government has begun taking shape as Fadnavis, Shinde and Pawar will take oath as the chief minister and deputy chief ministers of the state Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar during a Mahayuti workers meeting, in Mumbai on July 6, 2024. Caretaker Chief Minister of …

Maharashtra CM News: Fadnavis stakes claim to form new govt ahead of oath-taking tomorrow; Shinde, Pawar accompany him
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Maharashtra CM News: Fadnavis stakes claim to form new govt ahead of oath-taking tomorrow; Shinde, Pawar accompany him

Live Mint  

Maharashtra CM News: Mahayuti leaders – Shiv Sena chief and caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis and NCP chief A,jit Pawar – have staked claim to form the Maharashtra government. Party's Central Observers – Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani – were also present at the Raj Bhavan. “Eknath Shinde, …

'CM, Deputy CM Just Technical Posts, Mahayuti Leaders To Work Together': Fadnavis After Staking Claim To Form Govt
2 weeks, 5 days 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 …

Breaking News: Devendra Fadnavis to Become Maharashtra's New CM, Ajit Pawar Named Deputy CM
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Breaking News: Devendra Fadnavis to Become Maharashtra's New CM, Ajit Pawar Named Deputy CM

ABP News  

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis will be the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra, with his appointment officially confirmed. Meanwhile, an agreement has been reached to make Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar the Deputy Chief Ministers of Maharashtra. Under Fadnavis's leadership, the BJP performed exceptionally well in the Maharashtra assembly elections. The BJP emerged as the largest party, winning 132 seats, with …

Will new Maharashtra CM be finally announced? All eyes on BJP’s crucial Mumbai meeting today
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Will new Maharashtra CM be finally announced? All eyes on BJP’s crucial Mumbai meeting today

Live Mint  

The next chief minister of Maharashtra is expected to be announced today, December 4, days after the Mahayuti scripted a landslide victory in assembly polls. The likely announcement after the Bharatiya Janata Party legislature party meeting in Mumbai will possibly end the suspense over who will succeed caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde in Maharashtra. Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman and …

Fadnavis on Maharashtra Deputy CM post for Shinde: 'Requested him that he remains with us'
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Fadnavis on Maharashtra Deputy CM post for Shinde: 'Requested him that he remains with us'

India TV News  

Maharashtra government formation: Maharashtra Chief Minister designate Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said that he had requested Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde to remain with them in this new government. 54-year-old Fadnavis was today unanimously elected as Maharashtra BJP legislature party’s leader, paving the way for his swearing-in as the chief minister for a third time. 'Requested him that he remains …

OPINION | Maharashtra: Who Is The Boss?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

OPINION | Maharashtra: Who Is The Boss?

India TV News  

The last speed-breaker in the path of Devendra Fadnavis taking over as Chief Minister of Maharashtra was removed on Tuesday after the outgoing caretaker CM Eknath Shinde met him at his residence. It was decided that BJP would keep Home and Revenue portfolios, while Urban Affairs portfolio will be given to Shinde’s Shiv Sena and Finance to Ajit Pawar. Shinde …

Eknath Shinde ribs Ajit Pawar: Dada experienced in both morning, evening oath
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Eknath Shinde ribs Ajit Pawar: Dada experienced in both morning, evening oath

India Today  

Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar exchanged playful jabs during a press conference on Wednesday. While Shinde remained cryptic, Ajit Pawar interjected, jokingly stating that he was going to take the oath as Deputy Chief Minister. When asked whether he and Pawar would take their oaths as Devendra Fadnavis's deputies on December 5, Shinde avoided giving a direct answer, saying, "Wait …

Devendra Fadnavis oath today. Will Eknath Shinde join government?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Devendra Fadnavis oath today. Will Eknath Shinde join government?

India Today  

After being nominated as Mahayuti's Chief Minister pick, Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said that he will be sworn in at 5.30 pm today at Mumbai's Azad Maidan. BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis will take charge as Maharashtra Chief Minister for a third term after a consensus was reached at a crucial BJP meeting on Wednesday, ending days of suspense after the …

Eknath Shinde agrees to take oath as Deputy Chief Minister tomorrow: Sources
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Eknath Shinde agrees to take oath as Deputy Chief Minister tomorrow: Sources

India Today  

Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde on Wednesday agreed to take up the Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister's role and will take oath along with Chief Minister-elect Devendra Fadnavis and another deputy-designate Ajit Pawar at Mumbai's Azad Maidan tomorrow, sources told India Today TV. Devendra Fadnavis is set to return as Maharashtra's Chief Minister for a third term, following a consensus reached …

With hours left for swearing-in, suspense continues over Shinde's participation in Maharashtra govt
2 weeks, 5 days ago

With hours left for swearing-in, suspense continues over Shinde's participation in Maharashtra govt

New Indian Express  

With only a few hours left for the swearing-in of BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis and NCP leader Ajit Pawar as Maharashtra chief minister and deputy chief minister respectively, there is no clarity over whether caretaker CM Eknath Shinde will be sworn in as the other DCM. In a press conference on Wednesday, Shinde clarified that he has happily extended his …

Maharashtra government formation: Fadnavis, Shinde work out interim pact ahead of oath-taking
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Maharashtra government formation: Fadnavis, Shinde work out interim pact ahead of oath-taking

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The four-day standoff in Maharashtra, driven by a stubborn Eknath Shinde, has eased, paving the way for the formation of the new state government. On Tuesday, senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, tipped to be the next chief minister, met caretaker chief minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde, and worked out an interim arrangement to faciliate formation of the …

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