INDIA
Extraordinary rise of Eknath Shinde: From autorickshaw driver to Maharashtra CM
Shinde's journey from a humble autorickshaw driver in Thane to the pinnacle of Maharashtra politics is a story of resilience, ambition, determination and street-smartness.
INDIA
Battle for Baramati: Who holds the edge in Sharad Pawar vs Ajit Pawar encore?
In just five months, Baramati finds itself in the throes of yet another Pawar-versus-Pawar showdown.
INDIA
Beyond don Chhota Rajan’s shadow: Will Deepak Nikalje get a place in Maharashtra assembly?
In his campaign, Deepak Nikalje has promised to address local issues. The Chembur constituency is adjacent to the Deonar dumping ground, which has caused severe pollution and health concerns.
INDIA
'Macho man' to 'mimicry man': Why Ajit Pawar is Maharashtra’s most complex political figure
Ajit Pawar is often described by various labels: a strong leader, a skilled administrator, a rebel, an opportunist, and even a corrupt individual.
INDIA
Uddhav Thackeray: Will the nice guy of Maharashtra politics finish first?
Over the years, Uddhav has carved out a distinct identity, navigating challenges that have tested his resilience and vision.
INDIA
Sangli Pattern a political trend? 100+ rebels contesting Maharashtra elections as Independents
The 'Sangli Pattern' is no longer confined to Sangli; it has been observed in other constituencies as well, where local leaders have rebelled and are contesting against their party's official candidates.
INDIA
Sharad Pawar: How the maverick leader reshaped Maharashtra politics
Over a six-decade-long career, Sharad Pawar has carved out a unique position in Indian politics, achieving a stature few others can claim.
INDIA
Sushil Shinde's absence, split in Muslim vote: Problems aplenty for Praniti Shinde in Maharashtra's Solapur
With Sushilkumar Shinde now retired from active politics, the onus is on his daughter, Praniti, to ensure her party’s performance in Solapur.
INDIA
Battleground Nanded: Will 'secular man' Ashok Chavan live up to BJP's expectations in Maharashtra?
The assembly elections are a test for both the BJP and Chavan. The results will reveal whether Chavan proves to be an asset for the party and whether poaching him from Congress was the right decision.
INDIA
Sibling rivalry turned alliance: The Munde saga in Maharashtra’s Parli constituency
Parli is one of the constituencies where both factions of the NCP are in a direct contest.
INDIA
Maharashtra Election 2024: AIMIM's Imtiyaz Jaleel faces multifold challenge in Sambhajinagar
Although Jaleel fears a division of the Muslim vote due to Congress and Samajwadi Party candidates, his hopes rest with Maratha leader Manoj Jarange Patil. Recently, he met with Jarange to discuss an alliance.
INDIA
When Raj Thackeray almost quit politics to become film producer — and why he changed his mind
At one point, Raj Thackeray grew disillusioned with politics and considered switching to another profession. However, a friend's advice helped him stay afloat in the political sphere.
INDIA
Maharashtra polls: Why Raj Thackeray's MNS is no longer 'untouchable' for BJP
Raj Thackeray praised the Modi administration and said that Narendra Modi deserved to be the Prime Minister. In 2014 Lok Sabha polls, he fielded candidates against the Shiv Sena candidates but not against the BJP ones
POLITICS
Mumbai elections: 7 assembly seats bracing for fireworks in Maharashtra polls
Contest in certain Mumbai seats will be particularly interesting due to local political dynamics and clashes between key figures.
INDIA
Gadchiroli tales: When MLA was abducted during election campaign
The Maoists put forth their demand to the government: they would only release Atram in exchange for their imprisoned comrade Shivanna.
INDIA
Maharashtra election 2024: How Amit Thackeray's candidacy from Mahim has led to a discord within Mahayuti
Although the MNS is not an alliance partner of the Mahayuti, the BJP doesn’t want to challenge junior Thackeray’s political debut by fielding a candidate.
INDIA
Maharashtra assembly elections: Constituencies where blood relations take a back seat to politics
Sharad Pawar is competing with his nephew Ajit Pawar to establish his party as the 'real NCP'. Meanwhile, Ajit Pawar, contesting from the Baramati assembly seat, faces his own nephew, Yugendra Pawar, a newcomer fielded by NCP (SP).
INDIA
Amit Thackeray's Candidacy: Will Uddhav return the favour?
As a candidate from Mahim, Amit Thackeray will have to compete with Sarwankar, who has once again been nominated by the Shiv Sena.
INDIA
Why all Maharashtra parties are chasing Manoj Jarange Patil as elections near
Given Jarange Patil's ability to disrupt electoral prospects, leaders across party lines have been meeting with him, seeking either his support or asking him to refrain from campaigning against them.
POLITICS
Ajit Pawar's biggest headache ahead of Maharashtra elections? Tricky seat-sharing talks
Just before the announcement of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly polls, over half a dozen NCP leaders switched from the NCP to rival parties, with most returning to his uncle Sharad Pawar’s camp.
INDIA
Baba Siddique murder: Is Lawrence Bishnoi gang filling up Mumbai’s underworld vaccum?
By the dawn of this century, most of the underworld gangs in Mumbai, which thrived on fear in the '80s and '90s, had been silenced.
POLITICS
Sharad Pawar’s disinterest in chief minister’s chair: A Machiavellian strategy?
Sharad Pawar has said that changing the government is his priority and that he is not interested in the CM’s post in Maharashtra.
POLITICS
Throwback to netas who brought 'bandh culture' to Maharashtra
POLITICS
BJP's challenges in Maharashtra; the road to assembly elections
The state is by all accounts headed for another hung assembly in the forthcoming election.
