Maharashtra crisis: Supporters assemble near Shinde's home; MP son flays NCP, decries attack on offices
2 years, 6 months ago

Maharashtra crisis: Supporters assemble near Shinde's home; MP son flays NCP, decries attack on offices

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Highlights The rebel group has demanded that the Sena withdraw from the MVA Shinde is camping in Guwahati in BJP-ruled Assam with a sizable number of MLAs since June 21Shinde's Shrikant Shinde, who is a Shiv Sena MP from Kalyan, faced the wrath as office was pelted with stones Scores of supporters of rebel Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde assembled near his house in Thane district on Saturday with saffron flags and large portraits of party founder Bal Thackeray and regional strongman Anand Dighe. Shinde is camping in Guwahati in BJP-ruled Assam with a sizable number of MLAs since June 21 after raising the banner of revolt against Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray. Among those who addressed the gathering was Shinde's son Shrikant Shinde, who is Sena MP from Kalyan here and whose Ulhasnagar office was pelted with stones during the day by 8-10 men shouting pro-Thackeray slogans. Shrikant Shinde made light of threats from some segments of the Sena that rebel MLAs would not be allowed to roam around freely in Maharashtra.

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Deputy CM Shinde to meet Modi with family
3 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Maharashtra Cabinet portfolio distribution in next 24 hours | Here's who may get what
4 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Shinde to take affidavits from Sena ministers confirming they will leave after half a term
1 month ago

Shinde to take affidavits from Sena ministers confirming they will leave after half a term

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Shiv Sena led by deputy CM Eknath Shinde will soon take affidavits from its newly sworn-in ministers that they are willing to quit after two and a half years to make room for other contenders. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde during the swearing-in ceremony, in Mumbai, Shinde declared that his party had adopted a ‘perform or perish’ …

Sena ministers will get rotational terms: Shinde
1 month ago

Sena ministers will get rotational terms: Shinde

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra’s ruling coalition expanded its cabinet on Sunday with 39 new ministers, but suspense continued over the all-important portfolio allocation with chief minister Devendra Fadnavis saying allocations will be made over the next two-to-three days, while his ally and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde announced 2-5-year term limits for ministers from his party. Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis with deputy …

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

Cabinet expansion: Mahayuti MLAs scramble for berths
1 month ago

Cabinet expansion: Mahayuti MLAs scramble for berths

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The scramble for ministerial berths in the new BJP-led Mahayuti government hit fever pitch on Saturday, with MLAs in the Shiv Sena and BJP in the ruling coalition vying fiercely for positions in the new Cabinet and council of ministers. Cabinet expansion: Mahayuti MLAs scramble for berths The first cabinet expansion in the Devendra Fadnavis government will take place …

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

11 MLAs from Shinde Sena to take oath as cabinet ministers: Sources
1 month, 1 week ago

11 MLAs from Shinde Sena to take oath as cabinet ministers: Sources

India Today  

At least 11 MLAs from Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena faction are expected to take the oath as ministers soon, according to sources. The list includes six former ministers from the previous government - Gulabrao Patil, Uday Samant, Dada Bhuse, Shambhuraj Desai, Tanaji Sawant, and Deepak Kesarkar - who are likely to make a comeback. BJP'S RAHUL …

Eknath Shinde eyes at home department in Maharashtra, says Shiv Sena; ‘When Fadnavis was deputy CM he also…’
1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Maharashtra: How did BJP, aides convince Eknath Shinde to become Deputy CM under Fadnavis?
1 month, 1 week 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: …

Shiv Sena MLAs, leaders convince Eknath Shinde to take up Maharashtra deputy CM post
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Fadnavis on Maharashtra Deputy CM post for Shinde: 'Requested him that he remains with us'
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Fadnavis, Eknath Meet As Maharashtra CM Race Endgame Nears, Mahayuti To Stake Claim For Govt Formation Tomorrow
1 month, 1 week ago

Fadnavis, Eknath Meet As Maharashtra CM Race Endgame Nears, Mahayuti To Stake Claim For Govt Formation Tomorrow

ABP News  

Maharashtra Govt Formation: Amid ongoing deliberations over the Maharashtra Chief Minister's post, BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis met caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde at the Varsha bungalow on Tuesday. Maharashtra Govt Formation: Ajit Pawar's NCP Demands Equal Representation Amidst the power-sharing negotiations, NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal demanded parity with Shinde’s Shiv Sena in terms of ministerial portfolios, citing the NCP's superior …

BJP walks extra mile to resolve deadlock over Maharashtra portfolios as Fadnavis meets Shinde
1 month, 1 week ago

BJP walks extra mile to resolve deadlock over Maharashtra portfolios as Fadnavis meets Shinde

New Indian Express  

Senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday met caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde at the CM’s official residence to resolve the deadlock over the allocations of portfolios ahead of the swearing-in of the Mahayuti government on December 5 at Azad Maidan in Mumbai. Earlier in the day, senior BJP minister Girish Mahajan met Shinde at his Varsha bungalow before Fadnavis …

Maharashtra Govt Formation: Fadnavis Dials Eknath Shinde Again, CM’s Son Denies Vying For Deputy Post — Updates
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Shinde's son Shrikant denies rumours of seeking Maharashtra deputy CM's post, says he won't join new government
1 month, 1 week ago

Shinde's son Shrikant denies rumours of seeking Maharashtra deputy CM's post, says he won't join new government

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Shrikant Shinde, Shiv Sena MP from Kalyan and son of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, has announced that he will not be joining the state government and will instead continue to focus on party work and his constituency. Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde with son MP Shrikant Shinde The announcement comes amid speculation following the BJP's claim to the chief …

Maharashtra: Eknath Shinde adamant over Home Ministry, unreachable for local BJP leaders
1 month, 2 weeks ago

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

India TV News  

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 …

Eknath Shinde accepts Maharashtra Deputy CM post, likely to get Urban Development Ministry: Sources
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde accepts Maharashtra Deputy CM post, likely to get Urban Development Ministry: Sources

India TV News  

Shiv Sena chief and acting Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has accepted the Maharashtra Deputy CM post and he is likely to get Urban Development Ministry, said the sources on Monday night. Fadnavis will be next Maharashtra CM: BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar Earlier in the day, BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar declared that Devendra Fadnavis will be the Maharashtra chief minister. Meanwhile, …

Maharashtra Chief Minister Oath-Taking Ceremony Set for December 5
1 month, 2 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 …

Devendra Fadnavis to replace Eknath Shinde as next Maharashtra CM, claims senior BJP leader
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Devendra Fadnavis to replace Eknath Shinde as next Maharashtra CM, claims senior BJP leader

India TV News  

Ahead of a key legislature party meeting, a senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader said that the name of party leader Devendra Fadnavis has been finalised as the new chief minister of Maharashtra. Amid speculation that his son Shrikant Shinde might get the deputy CM's post and Shiv Sena is keen on the Home portfolio, Shinde said the Mahayuti allies- BJP, …

Maharashtra oath on Dec 5, Shiv Sena insists on home portfolio
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra oath on Dec 5, Shiv Sena insists on home portfolio

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party will get the Maharashtra chief minister’s post and the swearing-in ceremony will be held on December 5, Mahayuti coalition leaders announced on Saturday, triggering yet more disapproval from the Shiv Sena over the “unilateral” nature of the announcement. He then staked claim to a crucial portfolio: “The Mahayuti must give the home department to Shiv Sena …

Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena officially demands Home Ministry portfolio in new Maharashtra Cabinet
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena officially demands Home Ministry portfolio in new Maharashtra Cabinet

India TV News  

Amid the deliberation over the formation of the government in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena on Saturday made an official demand seeking a home ministry for the party in the new Cabinet. The latest development comes after all three prominent leaders of Mahayuti parties - Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde and Ajit pawar - returned to Mumbai on Friday morning after meeting Union …

After arriving from Delhi, Shinde heads to his native village; Mahayuti meet likely on Sun
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

Maharashtra CM suspense continues: Shinde heads to native village after Delhi trip; Mahayuti meet on Sunday
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra CM suspense continues: Shinde heads to native village after Delhi trip; Mahayuti meet on Sunday

New Indian Express  

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 …

Maharashtra CM name announcement: Eknath Shinde meets Amit Shah, Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar to join shortly
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra CM name announcement: Eknath Shinde meets Amit Shah, Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar to join shortly

India TV News  

Maharashtra CM name announcement: Outgoing Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday night met Union Home Minister Amit Shah, ahead of a meeting of the Mahayuti coalition to discuss the power-sharing pact in the state. After reaching Delhi Shinde said he would not be an obstacle in the government formation in the state and abide by the decision taken by …

Who's eyeing what as Mahayuti government takes shape in Maharashtra
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Who's eyeing what as Mahayuti government takes shape in Maharashtra

India Today  

With consensus eluding over who will be the next Maharashtra Chief Minister, Mahayuti alliance partners are rooting for important portfolios in the new Cabinet ahead of a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah set to be held in Delhi later today. EKNATH SHINDE TO PUSH FOR KEY PORTFOLIOS Eknath Shinde, who resigned as the Chief Minister on Tuesday and …

Who's eyeing what as Mahayuti government takes shape in Maharashtra
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Who's eyeing what as Mahayuti government takes shape in Maharashtra

India Today  

With consensus eluding over who will be the next Maharashtra Chief Minister, Mahayuti alliance partners are rooting for important portfolios in the new Cabinet ahead of a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah set to be held in Delhi later today. EKNATH SHINDE TO PUSH FOR KEY PORTFOLIOS Eknath Shinde, who resigned as the Chief Minister on Tuesday and …

Eknath Shinde to be Maharashtra CM? Shiv Sena leader says new government by December...
1 month, 2 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 …

Fadnavis or Eknath Shinde? Amid Maharashtra impasse, who has edge | 5 big points
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Fadnavis or Eknath Shinde? Amid Maharashtra impasse, who has edge | 5 big points

India Today  

Four days after Mahayuti's sweep in Maharashtra, the state remains caught in a guessing game. As Maharashtra's deadlock drags on over the choice of the next Chief Minister, here are five key points outlining what factors favor Eknath Shinde or Devendra Fadnavis, and what might tip the scales for either. NUMBERS STACK UP IN DEVENDRA FADNAVIS' FAVOUR The BJP's impressive …

Eknath Shinde withdraws from Maharashtra CM's race, clears way for BJP's Devendra Fadnavis
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde withdraws from Maharashtra CM's race, clears way for BJP's Devendra Fadnavis

India TV News  

Eknath Shinde, Shiv Sena leader and acting Maharashtra Chief Minister, on Wednesday withdrew from the Maharashtra CM's race after four days of suspense. Shinde said that he will agree to whatever Prime Minister Narendra Modi will decide for him and announced Shiv Sena's full support for any BJP candidate for the Chief Minister's position. After leading the BJP-led coalition to …

Shinde resigns from CM’s post; BJP looks at Fadnavis to take over
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shinde resigns from CM’s post; BJP looks at Fadnavis to take over

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: While chief minister Eknath Shinde resigned from his post hours before the government’s five-year term ended, the Bharatiya Janata Party, which leads the Mahayuti alliance in the state, has decided to claim the post and is expected to begin the process of picking the leader of the legislative party by Wednesday. “It was clear that Fadnavis would be the …

Shiv Sena Leaders Met Ajit Pawar's NCP Faction To Seek Support For Eknath Shinde For CM's Chair
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shiv Sena Leaders Met Ajit Pawar's NCP Faction To Seek Support For Eknath Shinde For CM's Chair

ABP News  

Amid the ongoing suspense over the Chief Minister's choice in Maharashtra, the leaders of the Eknath Shinde camp have reached out to the Ajit Pawar faction over support for Eknath Shinde for the top post in the state. They also suggested that the Ajit Pawar's NCP faction has not made any decision on support to Shinde's Sena yet. Meanwhile, Shiv …

Maharashtra CM dilemma: Eknath Shinde urges supporters to stay away from ‘Varsha’ as suspense continues
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra CM dilemma: Eknath Shinde urges supporters to stay away from ‘Varsha’ as suspense continues

Live Mint  

Maharashtra CM dilemma: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has asked supporters not to throng his official residence ‘Varsha’ in south Mumbai to pitch for his continuation on the top post. This when there has been delay in the annoucement of next chief minister of Maharashtra days after the Mahayuti's historic victory in the assembly elections. Yet, he result declared on …

Devendra Fadnavis likely next Maharashtra CM; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar expected deputies – official announcement soon
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Devendra Fadnavis likely next Maharashtra CM; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar expected deputies – official announcement soon

Live Mint  

Bharatiya Janata Party leader, Devendra Fadnavis is likely to be the next chief minister of Maharashtra. The incumbent CM, Eknath Shinde could be Deputy CM along with NCP leader Ajit Pawar. Eknath Shinde, who heads the Shiv Sena faction and Ajit Pawar, who lead the Nationalist Congress Party – the two Mahayuti factions – have approved of the arrangement for …

Who will be next Maharashtra CM? Devendra Fadnavis or Eknath Shinde as Mahayuti’s landslide victory sparks suspense
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Who will be next Maharashtra CM? Devendra Fadnavis or Eknath Shinde as Mahayuti’s landslide victory sparks suspense

Live Mint  

The suspense continues on who will be the next chief minister of Maharashtra, two days after the ruling Mahayuti alliance scripted a historic victory in the assembly elections winning 235 seats in the 288-member house. The result declared on November 23 has unleashed pressure on alliance partners on who will be the chief minister — incumbent chief minister Eknath Shinde …

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

‘Can’t run govt from home': Eknath Shinde slams Uddhav Thackeray
1 month, 3 weeks ago

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

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday hit out at Uddhav Thackeray, after the Mahayuti alliance looked set to sweep the Maharashtra assembly elections. Maharashtra Assembly Election Results LIVE Updates Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and former Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray “We will carry on the ideals of Balasaheb Thackeray and form this government. Shinde's 2022 rebellion against Uddhav Thackeray In …

Maharashtra polls: In Mumbai, BJP outdoes Eknath Shinde's Sena, Ajit Pawar's NCP in trouble
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra polls: In Mumbai, BJP outdoes Eknath Shinde's Sena, Ajit Pawar's NCP in trouble

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Leading in 24 of Mumbai's 36 seats, the ruling Mahayuti alliance is poised for a decisive victory in India's financial capital. The BJP is projected to win 17 seats and Shiv Sena seven, whilst Ajit Pawar-led NCP trails in all three constituencies it contested. Several key BJP leaders from Mumbai maintained strong leads after initial counting rounds, including Mumbai …

Election Results: Will Devendra Fadnavis replace Eknath Shinde as Maharashtra CM after BJP becomes largest party?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Election Results: Will Devendra Fadnavis replace Eknath Shinde as Maharashtra CM after BJP becomes largest party?

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Election Results: With the Bharatiya Janata Party emerging as the largest party with over 120 seats as trends showed around noon, speculations have been growing about who will become the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Election Results 2024 Live Updates: Speaking to the media, when asked if Devendra Fadnavis would become the CM, BJP leader Pravin Darekar said, “The …

Maharashtra Election Results: Thackeray’s Shiv Sena refuses to accept trends; Sanjay Raut says ‘kuch toh gadbad hai’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra Election Results: Thackeray’s Shiv Sena refuses to accept trends; Sanjay Raut says ‘kuch toh gadbad hai’

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Election: As trends showed the BJP-led Mahayuti leading with over 200 seats in Maharashtra assembly elections, Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena on Saturday refused to accept the result and alleged a conspiracy. Stating that 'kuch toh gadbad hai', Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut questioned on what basis Eknath Shinde was getting 56 seats while Ajit Pawar's camp was getting over …

Mahasrahtra Assembly election result: Eknath Shinde settles Sena vs Sena debate with gadar
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mahasrahtra Assembly election result: Eknath Shinde settles Sena vs Sena debate with gadar

India Today  

The Maharashtra Assembly election results looks to have delivered a verdict on the Sena vs Sena debate. Only last month, a man obstructed Shiv Sena leader, Eknath Shinde's convoy and called him a 'gaddar'. This verdict comes after the Shinde faction's good strike rate of 46% in the Lok Sabha election, where it won seven out of 15 seats it …

Maharashtra polls: ‘We will go wherever Shinde goes’: Sena leader’s remark kicks up row
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra polls: ‘We will go wherever Shinde goes’: Sena leader’s remark kicks up row

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: A controversial remark by a senior Shiv Sena leader has set the cat among the pigeons in the Mahayuti alliance, just two days before the results of the Maharashtra assembly election are set to be declared. Sanjay Shirsat, MLA and chief spokesperson of the Shiv Sena led by chief minister Eknath Shinde, said they “will go wherever Shinde goes”. …

Ahead of Maharashtra election results, a SWOT analysis of key players
1 month, 3 weeks ago

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 …

Shinde Sena functionary booked for spreading fake MNS letter
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shinde Sena functionary booked for spreading fake MNS letter

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Agripada police on Wednesday booked Rajesh Kusale, who was reportedly associated with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena earlier, for forging a letter claiming the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena had extended support to Milind Deora, the Shiv Sena candidate from Worli assembly constituency, to prevent the division of Hindu votes. The MNS has fielded Sandeep Deshpande from Worli while Aaditya …

We've to stop Maharashtra's 'Bhajapa-karan', their raid on state's coffers: Aaditya Thackeray
2 months ago

We've to stop Maharashtra's 'Bhajapa-karan', their raid on state's coffers: Aaditya Thackeray

India Today  

Aaditya Thackeray, former Maharashtra minister and Shiv Sena leader, claims that just weeks before Eknath Shinde split the Shiv Sena and toppled the Maha Vikas Aghadi regime in June 2022 to become the chief minister in an alliance with the BJP, he had the Enforcement Directorate breathing down his neck. Thackeray, who is seeking re-election to the Maharashtra legislative assembly …

Maharashtra: Eknath Shinde angrily confronts Congress workers after being called 'traitor' | VIDEO
2 months ago

Maharashtra: Eknath Shinde angrily confronts Congress workers after being called 'traitor' | VIDEO

India TV News  

A tumultuous war of words exchanged between the ruling and opposition leaders has become a focal point of discussion among the political circles ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections. Amid this, a viral video of Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde getting angry at Congress supporters who called him a traitor has gained widespread attention. According to the information released, the …

Maharashtra Assembly elections: Legacy battles add intriguing twist to the tale of two Senas
2 months ago

Maharashtra Assembly elections: Legacy battles add intriguing twist to the tale of two Senas

The Hindu  

The Maharashtra Assembly election of 2024 is not just an electoral reckoning but one that will authenticate, through electoral victory and defeat, which party is to be considered the real Shiv Sena — the Sena led by former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, or the one led by the incumbent, Eknath Shinde. Within this larger narrative of “Sena vs Sena” is …

Denied ticket, top leader of Raj Thackeray's party joins Uddhav Sena
2 months, 1 week ago

Denied ticket, top leader of Raj Thackeray's party joins Uddhav Sena

India Today  

In a blow to the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena days ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly polls, party youth leader Akhil Chitre joined the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction of the Shiv Sena on Thursday. Chitre was welcomed into the party fold by Worli MLA and Uddhav Thackeray's son, Aditya Thackeray. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena has fielded Varun Sardesai, Aditya Thackeray's cousin, against Zeeshan Siddique. …

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