Maharashtra news: SC to hear plea of Uddhav faction challenging disqualification proceedings on Aug 1
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Maharashtra news: SC to hear plea of Uddhav faction challenging disqualification proceedings on Aug 1

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Highlights SC will now hear the matter on August 1 Court said petitions filed by the Shiv Sena and its rebel MLAs raise many constitutional questions The matter may referred to a larger bench Maharashtra news: The Supreme Court on Wednesday said the petitions filed by the Shiv Sena and its rebel MLAs raise many constitutional questions which require consideration by a larger bench. Keeping in mind the same, to enable the parties to frame the issues, let them file the same preferably by next Wednesday," the bench also comprising Justices Krishna Murari and Hima Kohli said. The bench also comprising justices Krishna Murari and Hima Kohli was hearing five pending peas about the recent political crisis in Maharashtra that led to the fall of the Maha Vikas Aghadi government in the state. "Speaker recognising a whip other than the official whip nominated by the party is malafide," Sibal told the bench also comprising Justices Krishna Murari and Hima Kohli.

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Senior NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal has openly lashed out at party chief Ajit Pawar, voicing his dissatisfaction with the way the party is being run. “Where peace is absent, there is no reason to remain,” Bhujbal told reporters on Tuesday, alleging that he was not inducted into the Cabinet even though Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was keen on his inclusion. …

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Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday sought action against Home Minister Amit Shah for his statement on Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha. While addressing a press conference in Mumbai, the former Maharashtra chief minister said Shah would not have dared to make remarks about Ambedkar without BJP and RSS backing. " Shah should apologise: Rahul Meanwhile, Leader …

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Uddhav Thackeray meets Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis in Nagpur | WATCH

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

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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 …

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Shiv Sena on Saturday announced it was boycotting the oath-taking ceremony of the newly elected MLAs during the special session of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly. The Uddhav Thackeray faction of the Shiv Sena boycotted the ceremony over allegations of malfunctioning of the EVM used to poll votes in the recently concluded Maharashtra elections. "Today we have decided that our winning …

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Devendra Fadnavis took oath as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra on Thursday with Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar as his deputies. The senior BJP leader later revealed that he had garnered good wishes from all quarters — including political rivals Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar. Most prominent opposition leaders were conspicuous by their absence at the glittering event and Fadnavis …

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Uddhav Thackeray likely to leave MVA after defeat in Maharashtra polls, may contest local polls alone

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Uddhav Thackeray's Sena reminds Eknath Shinde of his promise to ‘leave politics’
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Uddhav Thackeray's Sena reminds Eknath Shinde of his promise to ‘leave politics’

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Kangana Ranaut targets Uddhav Thackeray after MVA’s defeat in Maharashtra elections: Faced same fate as ‘daitya’
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Kangana Ranaut targets Uddhav Thackeray after MVA’s defeat in Maharashtra elections: Faced same fate as ‘daitya’

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Kangana Ranaut's ‘demon’ jibe at Uddhav Thackeray after MVA's Maha poll rout
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Kangana Ranaut's ‘demon’ jibe at Uddhav Thackeray after MVA's Maha poll rout

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Actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut on Sunday hit out at Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray to a ‘daitya’, saying that the Maha Vikas Aghadi was trounced in the Maharashtra assembly elections because it disrespected women. The undivided Shiv Sena-led Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation demolished alleged illegal alterations at Ranaut's Bandra bungalow. Ahead of the demolition drive at her bungalow, Kangana Ranaut said she …

What next for Uddhav Thackeray after Maharashtra setback?
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What next for Uddhav Thackeray after Maharashtra setback?

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Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena suffered a crushing defeat in the Maharashtra Assembly polls, winning just 20 of 94 contested seats compared to Eknath Shinde’s faction, which secured 57 of 85. The results have raised questions about Thackeray’s ability to retain his party’s cadre and his claim to Bal Thackeray’s legacy The Shiv Sena factor contested from 94 seats, two of …

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How Raj Thackeray's party helped Uddhav Sena retain Mumbai in Maharashtra

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Maharashtra Assembly Elections: From 13 To 1 To Nil — Raj Thackeray's MNS Draws A Blank

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‘Can’t run govt from home': Eknath Shinde slams Uddhav Thackeray
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‘Can’t run govt from home': Eknath Shinde slams Uddhav Thackeray

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Once synonymous to Maharashtra politics, Aaditya’s Worli win does little for Thackeray’s fading legacy
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Once synonymous to Maharashtra politics, Aaditya’s Worli win does little for Thackeray’s fading legacy

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There were three members of the extended Thackeray family in the fray in the Maharashtra Election 2024, but not all tasted success. While Aaditya Thackeray and his maternal cousin Varun Sardesai — contesting on Shiv Sena tickets — won from Worli and Vandre East, respectively, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena founder Raj Thackeray’s son Amit Thackeray lost from Mahim. Aaditya is the …

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Maharashtra election results 2024: BJP likely to hold legislative party meet on Nov 25

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The Bharatiya Janata Party is likely to hold the Maharashtra Legislative Party meeting on November 25 and the oath-taking ceremony on November 26, ANI reported on Saturday citing sources. As per the initial results, the Mahayuti alliance is leading in 220 seats, with the Bharatiya Janata Party leading in 128 seats, driving the charge in Maharashtra. The Nationalist Congress Party, …

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Aaditya Thackeray wins Worli, asks if people voted or EVMs after NDA stunner
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Aaditya Thackeray wins Worli, asks if people voted or EVMs after NDA stunner

India Today  

Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray won the Worli Assembly constituency in Mumbai by a slight margin, defeating Shiv Sena leader Milind Deora. Aaditya Thackeray defeated Milind Deora by a margin of 8,801 votes, but expressed shock over the Maha Vikas Aghadi's performance in the state despite the Opposition punching way above its weight in the Lok Sabha polls in the …

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The ruling Mahayuti alliance is poised for a landslide victory in Maharashtra, decisively routing the Maha Vikas Aghadi. Success of Ladki Bahin scheme: The Mahayuti's targeted initiative significantly enhanced its appeal, particularly among women voters. Hemant Soren’s leadership in Jharkhand: Soren consolidated his position as the state’s leading political figure, with tribal votes strongly backing the INDIA alliance. The Mahayuti …

Can't believe Maharashtra would do this to me: Uddhav Thackeray on NDA 'tsunami'
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Can't believe Maharashtra would do this to me: Uddhav Thackeray on NDA 'tsunami'

India Today  

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray asked what the Mahayuti alliance had done to deserve a "tsunami" of votes, as the NDA will retain control of Maharashtra after managing a thunderous win in the assembly elections. Uddhav Thackeray spoke about the opposition's performance in the Lok Sabha polls, wherein the Maha Vikas Aghadi punched way above its weight, delivering a massive …

BJP faces setback ahead of poll verdict as its Mumbai secretary joins Uddhav Sena
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BJP faces setback ahead of poll verdict as its Mumbai secretary joins Uddhav Sena

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: In a dramatic political turn ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly election results, the BJP suffered a major setback as Sachin Shinde, its Mumbai secretary and a prominent Mahim leader, defected to Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena on Friday. BJP faces setback ahead of poll verdict as its Mumbai secretary joins Uddhav Sena Shinde, accompanied by his loyal supporters, was welcomed …

Uddhav Sena, Congress to Keep All MLAs at Mumbai Hotels After Results
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Uddhav Sena, Congress to Keep All MLAs at Mumbai Hotels After Results

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena and Congress of the MVA have initiated measures to keep their flock together after the Maharashtra Assembly election results. Shiv Sena chief spokesperson Sanjay Raut said that the MVA is going to win 160 seats easily and will form the next government on November 26. The MVA top leaders including Sharad Pawar-led NCP’s Maharashtra chief Jayant Patil, …

Ahead of Maharashtra election results, a SWOT analysis of key players
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Ahead of Maharashtra election results, a SWOT analysis of key players

India Today  

With two days left for the counting of votes in the high-octane Maharashtra Assembly polls, both the ruling Mahayuti and the Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi are claiming to have a strong hold over the people. While some exit polls predicted a clear majority for the Mahayuti alliance of BJP, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and the NCP faction headed …

Maharashtra assembly elections 2024: Stakes high for regional heavyweights as state votes
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Maharashtra assembly elections 2024: Stakes high for regional heavyweights as state votes

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Image Source : PTI 1/7 Maharashtra assembly elections 2024: Stakes high for regional heavyweights as state votes Image Source : PTI 2/7 Maharashtra heads to the polls on Wednesday, with the political futures of prominent leaders like Sharad Pawar, Ajit Pawar, Eknath Shinde, and Uddhav Thackeray hanging in the balance. Image Source : PTI 3/7 The election for the 288-member …

Milind Deora vs Aaditya Thackeray and more: Big fights in the Maharashtra Assembly elections
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Milind Deora vs Aaditya Thackeray and more: Big fights in the Maharashtra Assembly elections

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It is a battle of alliances in Maharashtra, with the ruling Mahayuti taking on its main rival Maha Vikas Aghadi. The Worli constituency in Mumbai will witness a high-stakes battle between Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray and Shiv Sena’s Rajya Sabha MP Milind Deora. The Shiv Sena leader had won the seat in the 2019 polls by a margin of …

Uddhav Thackeray has Congress's votebank, Sena voters with us: Eknath Shinde
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Uddhav Thackeray has Congress's votebank, Sena voters with us: Eknath Shinde

India Today  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde launched a scathing attack on Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday, accusing him of relying on Congress's vote bank for the upcoming Assembly elections. Speaking to India Today TV, Shinde said that Shiv Sena 's marginal success in the recent Lok Sabha elections was due to Congress's support rather than its own strength. Similar …

Maharashtra polls: Which Shiv Sena will emerge on top in these elections?
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Maharashtra polls: Which Shiv Sena will emerge on top in these elections?

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Maharashtra assembly election will validate the ideological shift of Uddhav Thackeray, who quit the NDA and teamed up with the Congress and the Sharad Pawar-led NCP after the 2019 polls. The Shiv Sena hoardings, which have mushroomed all over the state, show Bal Thackeray sharing space with Shinde’s guru Anand Dighe, a shrewd strategist known for his organisational …

Maharashtra polls: The BJP wants to rule Mumbai from Delhi, says Uddhav Thackeray
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Maharashtra polls: The BJP wants to rule Mumbai from Delhi, says Uddhav Thackeray

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MUMBAI: “The Maharashtra assembly elections 2024 are a fight between the looters of Maharashtra and the protectors of Maharashtra,” said Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray. “If the Mahayuti wins, crackers will be burst in Gujarat.” Thackeray was speaking at the MMRDA ground in Bandra East on Sunday evening in what was supposed to be the last meeting of the Maharashtra …

Should Uddhav have been Chief Minister face of MVA? Aaditya Thackeray responds
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Should Uddhav have been Chief Minister face of MVA? Aaditya Thackeray responds

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With just days left for the Maharashtra Assembly elections, Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray weighed in on a question gripping the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance's electoral strategy: Should Uddhav Thackeray have been projected as the Chief Ministerial face of the alliance? He emphasised that a clear and trusted leader can galvanise the people of Maharashtra and strengthen the alliance's appeal, …

Uddhav Expels Subhash Wankhede from Party Just Before Maharashtra Elections
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Uddhav Expels Subhash Wankhede from Party Just Before Maharashtra Elections

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In a significant move ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections, Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena has expelled former MP Subhash Wankhede from the party due to his involvement in anti-party activities. Wankhede’s expulsion follows the earlier removal of five other leaders, including former Bhivandi MLA Rupesh Mhatre and several district-level party leaders, for similar offenses. Uddhav Thackeray had issued a stern …

BJP not in touch with Uddhav Thackeray, strongly with Shinde Sena: Piyush Goyal
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BJP not in touch with Uddhav Thackeray, strongly with Shinde Sena: Piyush Goyal

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Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday dismissed rumours that the BJP has been in contact with Uddhav Thackeray’s faction of Shiv Sena behind closed doors. He emphasised that the BJP remains aligned with the Shiv Sena faction led by Eknath Shinde, whose election symbol is the bow and arrow, reflecting the principles of Bal Thackeray. "I can …

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