Shiv Sena
Maharashtra Political Showdown: Shinde and Thackeray Exchange Venomous 'Anaconda' Accusations Before Mumbai Civic Polls
Oct 28, 2025 08:36 pm CST
Ahead of Mumbai civic elections, Maharashtra politics has descended into reptilian rhetoric as Deputy CM Eknath Shinde labels Uddhav Thackeray the "real anaconda who swallowed Mumbai's treasury" in response to Thackeray's similar jab at Home Minister Amit Shah. This escalating war of words between Shiv Sena factions highlights the intensifying political rivalry in Maharashtra.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Commits to State Role Until 2029, Rules Out National Politics
Oct 22, 2025 11:11 pm CST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has firmly stated he will continue in his current position until 2029, dismissing speculation about national political ambitions. Speaking at a Diwali media interaction, he confirmed the stability of the BJP-Shiv Sena-NCP ruling coalition, addressed opposition criticisms regarding electoral rolls, and discussed potential alliances for upcoming local body elections while maintaining cordial relations with political rivals despite past tensions.
Maharashtra Opposition Parties Unite for 'Virat Morcha' Protest Against Election Commission Over Voter List Irregularities
Oct 19, 2025 08:28 pm CST
Maharashtra's opposition parties are organizing a massive protest called 'Virat Morcha' on November 1 against the Election Commission, alleging significant irregularities in voter lists. Leaders from Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP, Congress, and MNS have united in this effort, claiming approximately 96 lakh fake voters exist in the state's electoral rolls, threatening democratic processes and transparency.
Escalating Tensions in Maharashtra's Mahayuti Alliance Over OBC Reservation Issue
Oct 18, 2025 09:36 pm CST
Growing divisions within Maharashtra's Mahayuti coalition have surfaced as NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal publicly criticizes the BJP over OBC reservation policies. The dispute centers around a controversial government resolution related to Maratha quotas, with both sides claiming to protect community interests while maintaining that Maharashtra's social fabric remains intact despite political differences.
Maharashtra Gurukul Head Arrested for Sexual Assault on Minor Student: POCSO Case Filed
Oct 15, 2025 12:10 pm CST
Bhagwan Kokare Maharaj, head of Warkari Gurukul in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, and teacher Pritesh Prabhakar Kadam have been arrested under POCSO Act for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor female student. The victim reported being physically assaulted and threatened to remain silent about the abuse, which began shortly after her enrollment for spiritual education.
Rohit Pawar Warns of BJP's 'Operation Lotus' Targeting Maharashtra Opposition Alliance
Oct 13, 2025 09:34 pm CST
Rohit Pawar of NCP-SP has warned that the BJP has launched a second phase of 'Operation Lotus' to poach opposition lawmakers from the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance. The coalition, comprising Congress and factions of NCP and Shiv Sena led by Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray, faces challenges amid potential realignment with Raj Thackeray's MNS and allegations of systematic dismantling of state welfare schemes.
Raj-Uddhav Thackeray Reconciliation: 5 Strategic Meetings Signal Potential Alliance Before Mumbai Civic Elections
Oct 13, 2025 01:51 am CST
The once-estranged cousins Raj Thackeray (MNS) and Uddhav Thackeray (Shiv Sena-UBT) have met five times in three months, signaling a potential political alliance before Mumbai's civic elections. Their meetings, alternating between residences and public appearances, have sparked significant speculation about a strategic realignment in Maharashtra politics that could reshape electoral dynamics in Mumbai.
Mumbai Controversy: Nurses Reject Prabodhankar Thackeray's Books Citing Religious Concerns
Oct 08, 2025 10:30 am CST
A controversy has erupted at Mumbai's Kasturba Hospital after nurses allegedly rejected books by Prabodhankar Thackeray and Dinkarrao Javalkar distributed by a retiring official, claiming they contained anti-religious content. The incident, captured on video and now under investigation, has sparked political reactions from Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS representatives, highlighting tensions around social reform literature and religious sentiments in Maharashtra.
Shiv Sena Factions Clash Over Balasaheb Thackeray's Death: Defamation Lawsuit Threatened
Oct 04, 2025 09:04 pm CST
A serious political conflict has erupted between Shiv Sena UBT and Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena following Ramdas Kadam's controversial statements about party founder Balasaheb Thackeray's death. Anil Parab has threatened legal action while Kadam demands a CBI investigation, escalating the dispute into potential courtroom battles between the rival factions.
Eknath Shinde Labels UPA's Inaction After 26/11 as 'Treachery', Praises Modi's Strong Stance Against Pakistan
Oct 03, 2025 02:27 am CST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde criticized the UPA government for not retaliating against Pakistan after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, calling it "treachery." Speaking at Shiv Sena's Dusshera rally, Shinde contrasted this with PM Modi's firm responses to terrorism, while also attacking Uddhav Thackeray and Rahul Gandhi for allegedly echoing Pakistan's positions. He announced that his party would contest upcoming local elections alongside BJP and Ajit Pawar's NCP.