Maharashtra politics
Yugendra Pawar Weds Tanishka Kulkarni: Inside the High-Profile Marriage of Sharad Pawar's Grandson
Dec 01, 2025 04:43 pm CST
Yugendra Pawar, grandson of NCP chief Sharad Pawar, married Tanishka Kulkarni in a ceremony attended by political elite. Discover the backgrounds of the couple, their education, and political connections, including Yugendra's recent electoral contest against his uncle Ajit Pawar in the Baramati constituency.
Sharad Pawar Condemns Ajit Pawar's Vote-for-Funds Strategy in Maharashtra Political Rivalry
Nov 28, 2025 12:03 pm CST
Veteran politician Sharad Pawar has criticized Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's controversial "vote or no funds" remarks as inappropriate political conduct. The NCP (SP) chief also addressed insufficient farmer relief measures following recent floods, highlighting the growing political tensions ahead of December's local body elections in Maharashtra.
Power Struggle Intensifies: Shinde Allies Claim He Will Return as Maharashtra Chief Minister
Nov 28, 2025 01:05 am CST
The political tensions between Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena and BJP in Maharashtra are escalating as Education Minister Dada Bhuse publicly declares Shinde will lead the state again, despite losing the Chief Minister position to Devendra Fadnavis after the 2024 elections. Meanwhile, corruption allegations between the parties further complicate Maharashtra's political landscape.
Fadnavis to Request PM Modi: Rename IIT Bombay as IIT Mumbai Amid Identity Debate
Nov 26, 2025 10:26 pm CST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced plans to formally request Prime Minister Modi to rename IIT Bombay as IIT Mumbai, intensifying the Bombay versus Mumbai identity debate. This follows criticism from MNS chief Raj Thackeray against Union Minister Jitendra Singh's comments supporting the current name. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions about Mumbai's cultural identity and regional politics in Maharashtra.
Political Credit War Erupts Over Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin Scheme Ahead of Mumbai Civic Polls
Nov 26, 2025 08:35 pm CST
As Mumbai's BMC elections approach, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde are engaged in a political credit war over the popular Ladki Bahin welfare scheme that provides Rs 1,500 monthly assistance to women from economically weaker sections. Opposition leaders claim the scheme was launched to influence voters and may be discontinued after elections despite government assurances of its continuity.
Comedian Kunal Kamra Faces Potential Police Action Over T-Shirt Mocking RSS
Nov 26, 2025 01:25 am CST
Comedian Kunal Kamra has sparked controversy by sharing a photo wearing a T-shirt allegedly mocking the RSS, drawing threats of police action from BJP leaders. Maharashtra minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule warned of consequences for "objectionable" content, while Shiv Sena minister Sanjay Shirsat called for strong response to Kamra's provocative post that follows his previous criticisms of Prime Minister Modi and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde.
Fadnavis Schools Prashant Kishor: Why Numbers Trump Ideology in Indian Politics
Nov 24, 2025 04:14 pm CST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis delivered a pointed political lesson following Prashant Kishor's failed Bihar election bid, emphasizing that numerical strength ultimately trumps ideological purity in politics. While Kishor's Jan Suraaj won zero seats despite contesting in 238 constituencies, Fadnavis highlighted how successful coalitions like Maharashtra's Mahayuti can govern effectively despite ideological differences through pragmatic alliance-building and common minimum programs.
Raj Thackeray Warns of Critical Moment for Marathi Identity in Upcoming BMC Elections
Nov 24, 2025 12:44 pm CST
MNS chief Raj Thackeray has issued a strong warning about the upcoming BMC polls, calling it the "last crucial election" for the Marathi community. As political tensions rise in Mumbai, the BJP counters with a Hindu-first narrative while Raj and Uddhav Thackeray show increasing political alignment. The contest highlights growing concerns over Marathi identity and representation in Mumbai's governance.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Clarifies Controversial "Votes for Funds" Remark Ahead of Local Elections
Nov 23, 2025 05:41 pm CST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has clarified his controversial campaign statement linking voter support to fund allocation in Malegaon, claiming it was not intended as a threat but rather a common election promise. The NCP chief's remarks sparked criticism from opposition parties while government allies attempted to downplay the controversy ahead of the December 2 Nagar Panchayat elections.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Under Fire for Threatening Voters with Fund Cuts During Election Campaign
Nov 23, 2025 02:38 am CST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar faces severe criticism after threatening to withhold government funds unless voters elect all 18 NCP candidates in the upcoming Nagar Panchayat elections. Opposition leaders have condemned his remarks as an abuse of power, pointing out this is just the latest in a series of controversial statements by the Finance Minister that have sparked public outrage.