Much has been made in recent years of dynasty politics, but in Maharashtra, political dynasties are increasing and thriving. Source of strength: Resourceful politician, solid grip over politics of Thane district, loyalty of his MLAs and blessings of Delhi Do say: Anand Dighe Don't say: Uddhav Thackeray Gaikwads Who: Eknath Gaikwad shot into limelight when he defeated Manohar Joshi in …
Nationalist Congress Party supremo Sharad Pawar on April 14 said there was no difference between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin while accusing the former of slowly destroying democracy in the country. Mr. Pawar was speaking to reporters at Akluj in Solapur district, where he visited the residence of former deputy chief minister Vijaysinh Mohite Patil to …
In a big blow to the BJP in western Maharashtra ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, Dhairyashil Mohite Patil, the nephew of former Deputy Chief Minister Vijaysinh Mohite, has quit the party and announced his decision to join the Sharad Pawar-led National Congress Party. SHARAD PAWAR BRIDGING POLITICAL DIVIDE With the Lok Sabha polls looming, Sharad Pawar has embarked on …
Rashtriya Samaj Paksha leader Mahadev Jankar held a crucial meeting with NCP president Sharad Pawar on Wednesday to discuss his joining the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Following the meeting, Jankar said Pawar has extended his support for his nomination from both Madha and Parbhani Lok Sabha constituencies. The announcement may lead to triangular contest …
