Top news of the day: Eknath Shinde wins trust vote in Maharashtra Assembly; SC to hear plea against Speaker’s recognition of Shiv Sena chief whip’s appointment on July 11, and more
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Top news of the day: Eknath Shinde wins trust vote in Maharashtra Assembly; SC to hear plea against Speaker’s recognition of Shiv Sena chief whip’s appointment on July 11, and more

The Hindu  

Maharashtra floor test | Eknath Shinde wins trust vote in State Assembly by 164-99 margin Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on July 4 won the floor test in the State Assembly on the last day of the two-day special session of the House. SC to hear on July 11 plea against Speaker’s recognition of Shiv Sena chief whip’s appointment The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to list on July 11 a petition filed by Uddhav Thackeray camp loyalist Sunil Prabhu, challenging Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narvekar’s decision to recognise the appointment of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s man Bharat Gogawale as the new chief whip of the Shiv Sena. Pakistan Army chief Gen Bajwa directs military officials to stay away from politics Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa has issued fresh directions to his commanders and officers, including from the ISI, to stay away from politics after leaders of ousted prime minister Imran Khan-led party alleged that some officials of the country’s intelligence agency were trying to “manipulate” the upcoming by-elections in Punjab, according to a media report on Monday. Jan 6 panel | More people turn up with evidence against Trump on role in riot More witnesses are coming forward with new details on the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot following former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson’s devastating testimony last week against former President Donald Trump, says a member of a House committee investigating the insurrection.

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BJP Announces 3 Candidates For Maharashtra Legislative Council By-Elections
6 days, 10 hours ago

BJP Announces 3 Candidates For Maharashtra Legislative Council By-Elections

ABP News  

Mumbai, Mar 16 The BJP on Sunday announced the names of three candidates, including a close aide of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and a former MLA, for the March 27 by-elections to five seats in the state legislative council. The BJP on Sunday announced the names of Sandip Diwakarrao Joshi, former mayor of Nagpur and a close aide of …

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, 2 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 …

Shiv Sena MLAs scramble for berths ahead of Maharashtra cabinet expansion today | What we know so far
3 months, 1 week ago

Shiv Sena MLAs scramble for berths ahead of Maharashtra cabinet expansion today | What we know so far

Hindustan Times  

The swearing-in ceremony of the Maharashtra cabinet is expected to be held in Nagpur on Sunday evening, just a day before the winter session of the assembly begins. The announcement will come after weeks of intense discussions between Mahayuti alliance partners - BJP, Shiv Sena and the NCP - that registered a resounding victory in the Maharashtra assembly elections on …

Devendra Fadnavis-led Mahayuti govt sails through trust vote in Maharashtra assembly
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3 months, 1 week ago

Devendra Fadnavis-led Mahayuti govt sails through trust vote in Maharashtra assembly

Hindustan Times  

The Devendra Fadnavis-led Mahayuti alliance government on Monday sailed through a confidence vote in the Maharashtra assembly. The trust motion tabled by Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena MLA Uday Samant, NCP's Dilip Walse Patil, BJP's Sanjay Kute and others and others, was passed by a voice vote. Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis arrives during the Special session of Maharashtra Assembly, at …

BJP's Rahul Narwekar elected unopposed as Maharashtra assembly Speaker
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3 months, 1 week ago

BJP's Rahul Narwekar elected unopposed as Maharashtra assembly Speaker

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: BJP MLA Rahul Narwekar was on Monday elected unopposed as the speaker of the 15th Maharashtra legislative assembly. During his tenure as Maharashtra assembly speaker, Narwekar had ruled that the party led by Eknath Shinde was the legitimate and 'real Shiv Sena' after a split in the Bal Thackeray-founded party. In the recently concluded Maharashtra assembly elections, the Mahayuti …

Maharashtra: CM Devendra Fadnavis wins trust vote in Assembly with support of 237 MLAs
3 months, 1 week ago

Maharashtra: CM Devendra Fadnavis wins trust vote in Assembly with support of 237 MLAs

India TV News  

Maharashtra Assembly session: The Devendra Fadnavis-led government in Maharashtra won the trust vote in Assembly with support of 237 MLAs. Rahul Narvekar elected unopposed as Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Earlier in the day, BJP MLA Rahul Narvekar was elected unopposed as the Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Monday. Notably, in the recently concluded Maharashtra assembly elections, the Mahayuti coalition …

Rahul Narvekar, BJP MLA, elected unopposed as Maharashtra Assembly Speaker for second term
3 months, 1 week ago

Rahul Narvekar, BJP MLA, elected unopposed as Maharashtra Assembly Speaker for second term

India TV News  

BJP MLA Rahul Narvekar was elected unopposed as the Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Monday. During his tenure as Maharashtra assembly speaker, Narwekar had ruled that the party led by Eknath Shinde was the legitimate and “real Shiv Sena” after a split in the Bal Thackeray-founded party. Maharashtra Assembly election results Notably, in the recently concluded Maharashtra assembly …

‘Accept defeat’: Devendra Fadnavis on Sharad Pawar's Maharashtra poll comparison
3 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Accept defeat’: Devendra Fadnavis on Sharad Pawar's Maharashtra poll comparison

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis responded on Sunday to Nationalist Congress Party Chief Sharad Pawar’s remarks on the Mahayuti alliance’s win in the Assembly elections. File photo of the President of NCP Mr. Sharad Pawar and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis during 61st Birthday celebration of Mr.Dilip Walse Patil and Gauravgranth Prakashan at Ravindranatya Mandir, Prabhadevi in Mumbai. “Let's see …

MVA need not fret over poll defeat; people not enthused by Mahayuti victory: Sharad Pawar
3 months, 2 weeks ago

MVA need not fret over poll defeat; people not enthused by Mahayuti victory: Sharad Pawar

New Indian Express  

Pawar, however, noted that in the 1980s, when his own party was reduced to just six MLAs following defections, he still became the Leader of the Opposition for a year, followed by Mrinal Gore and Nihal Ahmed as the Opposition decided to rotate the post. Pawar said the comparison between votes polled and seats won by political parties in Maharashtra …

No point making allegations, should approach ECI or courts: Ajit Pawar
3 months, 2 weeks ago

No point making allegations, should approach ECI or courts: Ajit Pawar

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar hit back at Shiv Sena UBT Aaditya Thackeray's allegations questioning the legitimacy of Electronic Voting Machines, stating that the opposition should approach the Election Commission or the courts if they have concerns. This comes after Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray announced that the party's winning MLAs will not take the …

Eknath Shinde as Dy CM: Shiv Sena's Woes Aren't Over, It Faces 3 Big Questions
3 months, 2 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 …

Devendra Fadnavis dials Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar after taking oath as Maharashtra CM: How they responded
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Devendra Fadnavis dials Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar after taking oath as Maharashtra CM: How they responded

Live Mint  

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 …

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as Maharashtra CM for 3rd time; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar as deputies at star-studded show
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as Maharashtra CM for 3rd time; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar as deputies at star-studded show

Live Mint  

Devendra Fadnavis took oath as chief minister on December 5. Bhartiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as chief minister of Maharashtra for the third term during a mega oath-taking ceremony at Mumbai's historic Azad Maidan on December 5. {{^adFree}} {{/adFree}} Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party head Ajit Pawar also took oath as deputy …

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as Maharashtra CM for 3rd time; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar as deputies at star-studded show
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as Maharashtra CM for 3rd time; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar as deputies at star-studded show

Live Mint  

Bhartiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as chief minister of Maharashtra for the third term during a mega oath-taking ceremony at Mumbai's historic Azad Maidan on December 5. Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party head Ajit Pawar also took oath as deputy chief ministers during the star-studded event, which was attended by Prime Minister …

Shiv Sena MLAs, leaders convince Eknath Shinde to take up Maharashtra deputy CM post
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Will new Maharashtra CM be finally announced? All eyes on BJP’s crucial Mumbai meeting today
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Maharashtra Govt Formation: Fadnavis Dials Eknath Shinde Again, CM’s Son Denies Vying For Deputy Post — Updates
3 months, 2 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 …

Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena MLA says party ‘could have won 90-100 seats if…’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena MLA says party ‘could have won 90-100 seats if…’

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena MLA Gulabrao Patil said that the party could have secured 90-100 seats in the Maharashtra assembly elections if Ajit Pawar's NCP had not joined the Mahayuti alliance. Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar's NCP are a part of the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra. Patil, who retained his Jalgaon Rural seat said that the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv …

Maharashtra Chief Minister Oath-Taking Ceremony Set for December 5
3 months, 3 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 …

'Difference in votes of EVMs but don't have proof,' says Sharad Pawar after Maharashtra poll loss
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Difference in votes of EVMs but don't have proof,' says Sharad Pawar after Maharashtra poll loss

Hindustan Times  

Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar on Saturday alleged discrepancies in votes polled through Electronic Voting Machines in Maharashtra assembly elections, but added that his party does not have any proof in this regard, reported ANI. Earlier on Friday, while claiming that the "integrity of the entire electoral process is being severely compromised," the Congress party criticised the Election Commission …

Maharashtra poll: Election Commission rejects Congress claims, invites delegation on December 3
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra poll: Election Commission rejects Congress claims, invites delegation on December 3

Hindustan Times  

The Election Commission of India has dismissed the Congress’s complaints about the recently concluded Maharashtra assembly election, citing alleged discrepancies in poll figures and draft electoral rolls. Election Commission of India staff break the seal of an Electronic Voting Machine as polling agents of various political parties look on before starting tabulation of votes at a counting centre for the …

Election Commission agrees to review Congress concerns on Maharashtra polls
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Election Commission agrees to review Congress concerns on Maharashtra polls

The Hindu  

The Election Commission of India on Saturday asserted that a transparent process had been followed as far as Maharashtra Assembly polls were concerned even as it assured the Congress of a review of all their legitimate concerns and invited the party for a meeting on December 3. The Congress’ chief allegations pertained to “Arbitrary deletion of voters and subsequent addition …

Maharashtra assembly to have 78 first-time MLAs
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra assembly to have 78 first-time MLAs

The Hindu  

Seventy-eight first-time poll winners will enter the 288-member Maharashtra assembly, comprising about 27% of its strength. FOLLOW HERE:Maharashtra government formation LIVE updates: CM likely to be decided after Mahayuti meeting in Mumbai While the Shiv Sena has 10 newcomers, six such MLA-elects are from the Congress and four from the NCP. These include Sena candidates Mahesh Sawant, who defeated MNS …

Maharashtra CM news highlights: Eknath Shinde to return from Satara tomorrow, says Sena leader
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra CM news highlights: Eknath Shinde to return from Satara tomorrow, says Sena leader

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra CM live updates: Union Minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah, Maharashtra BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde exchange greetings during a meeting at Nadda's residence in New Delhi, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. Maharashtra CM live updates: Maharashtra’s outgoing chief minister Eknath Shinde, along with deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, met Union home minister Amit …

Decision on next Maharashtra CM in 'a day or two', says Shinde after Mahayuti-Amit Shah meet
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Decision on next Maharashtra CM in 'a day or two', says Shinde after Mahayuti-Amit Shah meet

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday said he had "good and positive" discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP chief JP Nadda on the issue of government formation in the state. Speaking to reporters here before leaving for Mumbai, Shinde said the decision on the next chief minister of Maharashtra will be taken "in a …

Maharashtra: Congress seeks EC’s explanation on 8% increase in votes
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra: Congress seeks EC’s explanation on 8% increase in votes

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: After the heavy defeat in the Vidhan Sabha polls, Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole has raised question marks over the alleged increase in voter turnout in the last hour on the polling day. It has a duty to address doubts raised by political parties and the public alike,” he said, playing a video in which political economist Parakala Prabhakar …

Decoding the Maharashtra poll verdict: What changed between June and November 2024? | In Focus podcast
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Decoding the Maharashtra poll verdict: What changed between June and November 2024? | In Focus podcast

The Hindu  

In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra, the Maha Vikas Agadi won 30 out of the 48 seats, while the Maha Yuti could get only 17 seats. The Maha Yuti alliance’s main constituent, the BJP alone won 132 seats, with the other two, the NCP and the Shiv Sena garnering 41 and 57 seats respectively. None of the MVA …

Will Maharashtra power play end today? Fadnavis, Shinde, Pawar to meet Amit Shah to finalise new govt structure
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Will Maharashtra power play end today? Fadnavis, Shinde, Pawar to meet Amit Shah to finalise new govt structure

Live Mint  

Caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis and NCP chief Ajit Pawar will meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi today to discuss the power-sharing formula for the next Mahayuti government in Maharashtra. The meeting comes a day after Shinde conceded the race for the next chief minister by saying he and his party …

Maharashtra CM To Be From BJP, Two Deputies, Oath-Taking Likely On Dec 2 — What We Know So Far
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra CM To Be From BJP, Two Deputies, Oath-Taking Likely On Dec 2 — What We Know So Far

ABP News  

Amid the ongoing speculations over the next Maharashtra Chief Minister, the leaders of the ruling Mahayuti are likely to meet the BJP top brass in New Delhi on Thursday. After Eknath Shinde said that he is leaving the decision of choosing the next chief minister with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, it is likely that the top post will stay with …

Maharashtra CM Likely To Take Oath On Dec 2; PM Modi, Amit Shah To Attend Ceremony — Details
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra CM Likely To Take Oath On Dec 2; PM Modi, Amit Shah To Attend Ceremony — Details

ABP News  

Maharashtra CM Oath-Taking Ceremony: The oath-taking ceremony for the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra is likely to be held on December 2 at the Wankhede Stadium, sources told ABP News. The ceremony will be attended by top Bharatiya Janata Party leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and several other senior leaders of the central government. …

Maharashtra: Eknath Shinde’s big remark amid suspense over Maharashtra CM, says told PM Modi and Amit Shah…
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra: Eknath Shinde’s big remark amid suspense over Maharashtra CM, says told PM Modi and Amit Shah…

Live Mint  

Maharashtra: Amid speculation over who will become the new Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shiv Sena chief and caretaker CM Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said that he and his party will fully support the BJP leadership's decision on the next Maharashtra CM. Shinde said he spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah and told them he …

Eknath Shinde says he will accept Maharashtra CM candidate picked by Modi, Shah
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde says he will accept Maharashtra CM candidate picked by Modi, Shah

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday ended speculation about his position, announcing that he had telephoned Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to assure them of his support for their choice of Maharashtra's next chief minister. Eknath Shinde said he’d received considerable support from Modi and Shah during the elections. He emphasised that the Mahayuti alliance …

Next Maharashtra CM To Be From BJP, Eknath Shinde Announces
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Next Maharashtra CM To Be From BJP, Eknath Shinde Announces

ABP News  

Amid speculations over the Chief Ministerial candidate from the newly elected Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra, the state's caretaker CM and Shiv Sena chief Ekanth Shinde addressed a press conference in the Thane district where he announced that the next Maharashtra CM will be from the BJP. Attaining a massive victory the Mahayuti, which comprises the Bharatiya Janata Party, Shinde's Shiv …

Eknath Shinde to be Maharashtra CM? Shiv Sena leader says new government by December...
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde to be Maharashtra CM? Shiv Sena leader says new government by December...

Live Mint  

Amid mounting speculation over the next Maharashtra Chief Minister, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat said on Wednesday that the next chief minister should be from the Shiv Sena. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske said that there is no confusion on the CM and the decision would take some time. Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde resigned as Maharashtra Chief Minister …

Will Eknath Shinde become Maharashtra CM? Sena drives hard with 'Eknath Hai Toh Safe Hai' slogan
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Will Eknath Shinde become Maharashtra CM? Sena drives hard with 'Eknath Hai Toh Safe Hai' slogan

India TV News  

Mumbai: Amid suspense over who will become the next chief minister of Maharashtra, the Eknath Shinde camp is driving hard for the CM post with 'Eknath Hai Toh Safe Hai' slogan. 'Eknath’ Hain To Safe Hain' Earlier in the day, Shiv Sena leader Manisha Kayande in an X post, wrote “Ek’Nath’ hain to safe hain". In the meantime, Eknath Shinde …

Shiv Sena to back BJP’s decision on Maharashtra CM post, Patole accuses party of 'pressuring Shinde'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Shiv Sena to back BJP’s decision on Maharashtra CM post, Patole accuses party of 'pressuring Shinde'

New Indian Express  

When asked if he was dismayed about not receiving a second term as Maharashtra Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde dismissed the notion, stating, "There is no such thing. Shinde added that a meeting in Delhi with Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday would finalise the modalities for forming the next government, including decisions on deputy chief ministers. Referring to his role, …

‘Shiv Sena, NCP slaves of Modi, Shah’, says Sanjay Raut; predicts who will be next Maharashtra CM
3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Shiv Sena, NCP slaves of Modi, Shah’, says Sanjay Raut; predicts who will be next Maharashtra CM

Hindustan Times  

Amid suspense over the new Maharashtra chief minister pick, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Tuesday hit out at BJP's Mahayuti partners Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, calling their parties 'sub-companies of the Bharatiya Janata Party.' Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut argued that this Mahayuti alliance had restricted Shiv Sena and NCP's ability to make decisions. Sanjay Raut on who …

'Still together': Shinde urges supporters to avoid residence as Fadnavis leads Maharashtra CM race
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Still together': Shinde urges supporters to avoid residence as Fadnavis leads Maharashtra CM race

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday asked supporters not to throng his official residence 'Varsha' in south Mumbai to pitch for his continuation as CM. As a grand alliance, we contested the election together and are still together today," Shinde said on X, asking his supporters not to assemble outside the Varsha bungalow, or any other location in …

Uddhav Thackeray's Sena reminds Eknath Shinde of his promise to ‘leave politics’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

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

Hindustan Times  

The Shiv Sena on Monday reminded Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde of his “promise to leave politics” if any of the rebel MLAs who sided with him during the split of the undivided Shiv Sena in 2022, lost the assembly elections in the state. The party's salvo comes as calls grew from Shinde's Sena for Eknath Shidne to continue as …

What next for Uddhav Thackeray after Maharashtra setback?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

What next for Uddhav Thackeray after Maharashtra setback?

Firstpost  

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 …

Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: Did 'Modi Magic' Work Well For BJP-Led Mahayuti? | ABP News
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: Did 'Modi Magic' Work Well For BJP-Led Mahayuti? | ABP News

ABP News  

The vote counting for the Assembly elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand took place on November 23, three days after polling concluded in both states. In Maharashtra, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance aimed to retain power, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi focused on reclaiming control. In Jharkhand, the JMM-Congress coalition worked to secure another term, as the NDA sought to unseat …

Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: Key Factors Behind NDA’s Resounding Victory | ABP News
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: Key Factors Behind NDA’s Resounding Victory | ABP News

ABP News  

The counting of votes for the Assembly elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand was held on November 23, three days after voting concluded in both the states. Meanwhile, in Jharkhand, the JMM-Congress alliance contested the Assembly polls in coalition to retain power, while the NDA, fought hard to come to power by overthrowing CM Hemant Soren's government. In a historic and …

Maharashtra election: How MVA and Mahayuti performed in Muslim-dominated seats
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra election: How MVA and Mahayuti performed in Muslim-dominated seats

Hindustan Times  

In the Maharashtra assembly elections, 11 constituencies with over 35 per cent Muslim voters delivered mixed results. Mumba Devi: Congress’s Amin Patel defeated Shiv Sena’s Shaina NC by 34,844 votes in a constituency with over 50 per cent Muslim voters. Follow- Election results live Akola West: Congress’s Sajid Pathan narrowly beat BJP’s Vijay Agarwal by 1,283 votes in a constituency …

A Close Fight: These Candidates Won By The Lowest Margins In Maharashtra
3 months, 3 weeks ago

A Close Fight: These Candidates Won By The Lowest Margins In Maharashtra

ABP News  

Maharashtra Election Results: The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance retained power by winning 230 of the 288 assembly seats in Maharashtra, as the Congress-led Maha Vikas Aghadi's dream of wresting power fizzled on Saturday. Nana Patole: Congress' Maharashtra unit chief Nana Patole won the Sakoli assembly constituency against BJP leader Avinash Ananrao Brahmankar with a margin of just 208 votes. Gaikwad Sanjay …

Election results Highlights: CM Eknath Shinde picked as Shiv Sena's legislative leader
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Election results Highlights: CM Eknath Shinde picked as Shiv Sena's legislative leader

Hindustan Times  

Election results live: Maharashtra minister Deepak Kesarkar said that Shiv Sena MLAs feel Eknath Shinde should continue to work as the state chief minister. Election results Highlights: In a historic mandate, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured a landslide victory in Maharashtra, leaving the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi stunned. • BJP won 132 out of 148 seats it contested, with allies …

Election results Highlights: CM Eknath Shinde picked as Shiv Sena's legislative leader
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Election results Highlights: CM Eknath Shinde picked as Shiv Sena's legislative leader

Hindustan Times  

Election results live: Maharashtra minister Deepak Kesarkar said that Shiv Sena MLAs feel Eknath Shinde should continue to work as the state chief minister. Election results Highlights: In a historic mandate, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured a landslide victory in Maharashtra, leaving the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi stunned. • BJP won 132 out of 148 seats it contested, with allies …

Assembly Election Highlights: Eknath Shinde Elected As Shiv Sena Legislature Party Leader
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Assembly Election Highlights: Eknath Shinde Elected As Shiv Sena Legislature Party Leader

ABP News  

Assembly Election Results Highlights: Hello and welcome to ABP Live! Meanwhile, in Jharkhand, the JMM-Congress alliance contested the Assembly polls in coalition to retain power, while the NDA, fought hard to come to power by overthrowing CM Hemant Soren's government. Mahayuti has won 230 of the 288 seats in the Maharashtra Assembly election, with the saffron party emerging as the …

Eknath Shinde unanimously elected Shiv Sena's legislative party leader
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde unanimously elected Shiv Sena's legislative party leader

India Today  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was unanimously elected as the leader of the Shiv Sena legislative party on Sunday night. Three more resolutions, including praising Shinde for leading the party to a spectacular victory, thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for their support and the people of Maharashtra for reposing their faith in the Mahayuti …

Maharashtra polls: At 85%, BJP’s strike rate highest in state
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra polls: At 85%, BJP’s strike rate highest in state

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: The closely-fought Maharashtra assembly elections on Saturday decisively swung in favour of the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance, routing the Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi that had gained a psychological advantage by its sterling performance in the Lok Sabha polls six months ago. This is the peak BJP performance in Maharashtra with a strike rate of more than 85% — highest among …

Assembly election results: Mahayuti registers historic win in Maharashtra, JMM-led INDIA victorious in Jharkhand
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Assembly election results: Mahayuti registers historic win in Maharashtra, JMM-led INDIA victorious in Jharkhand

Firstpost  

Maharashtra saw a historic victory for the Mahayuti alliance, which dominated the Assembly elections by winning 234 of the 288 seats. A historic win in Maharashtra Maharashtra witnessed a historic victory for the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance, which dominated the Assembly elections by winning 234 of the 288 seats, leaving the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi trailing far behind. Eknath Shinde’s Shiv …

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