Swearing-in ceremony of the Mahayuti alliance to take place on Dec 5, announces BJP Maharashtra chief
The oath-taking ceremony of the Maharashtra chief minister and newly-formed BJP-led Mahayuti government will take place on December 5
Ex-BJP ally RSP joins opposition chorus, blames EVMs for defeat in Maharashtra polls
Bandgar received just 1,312 votes. As per the seat-sharing arrangement for the assembly polls, the BJP had left the Gangakhed seat for the RSP, but the party rejected the alliance. It fielded 93 candidates and won one seat
Maharashtra government formula finalised but few issues yet to be resolved: 5 key points
As per the agreement between the allies, the "One CM + 2 DCM" pattern will be repeated in Maharashtra. The CM will be from the BJP, whereas the two DCM posts will be shared by the Shiv Sena and NCP.
Congress' EVM blame-game a 'face-saver', internal survey showed MVA slipping ahead of Maharashtra polls: Report
The survey, conducted in 103 seats a month ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly polls, showed the MVA struggling and the Ladki Bahin scheme proving to be a game-changer for the Mahayuti.
'Ladla Bhai designation ...': What Eknath Shinde said ahead of key Mahayuti meet with Amit Shah
On Wednesday, Shinde said that he will accept any decision taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the CM face for Maharashtra.
Rumblings in MVA after Maharashtra rout: 'Time for Shiv Sena (UBT) to forge independent path'
The MVA's cumulative tally in the Maharashtra Assembly remains lower than what Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena has secured in this election.
Eknath Shinde set example of following 'alliance dharma': Son Shrikant
In a post on X late Wednesday, Shrikant Shinde highlighted his father's deep connection with the people of Maharashtra, emphasising his relentless dedication to serving all segments of society.
BJP mounts pressure on Shiv Sena, says Deputy CM post 'only for Eknath Shinde'
Notably, Devendra Fadnavis served as the deputy CM under Eknath Shinde in the Mahayuti government since 2022 despite the BJP being the senior partner in the alliance.
Maharashtra CM News Live Updates: Eknath Shinde calls Shah, Nadda meeting ‘positive; CM decision to follow in Mumbai
Maharashtra CM News Updates: Fadnavis has reportedly secured the backing of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), which strengthens his position as the Mahayuti’s probable choice to lead the state.
Next CM will choose Maharashtra cabinet; Mahayuti stands united: Devendra Fadnavis
While the BJP is tipped to get the chief ministerial post, its two allies -- Shiv Sena Nationalist Congress Party -- are expected to be given the post of two deputies.
Will back Fadnavis as next Maharashtra CM but will go by BJP leadership's decision: Ramdas Athawale
A day earlier, Athawale had suggested that Shinde could become the deputy chief minister or shift to the Centre and join the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Reading between the lines: Eknath Shinde sends strong signals amid Maharashtra CM post tussle
Shinde has signaled that he will not play spoilsport when BJP decides to press its claim for the CM's post.
Eknath Shinde on Maharashtra CM race: BJP's decision final, told PM Modi I won't be a roadblock
The Mahayuti alliance, which won the Maharashtra elections by a massive margin, is yet to announce who will be the next chief minister of the state.
How Maharashtra CM stalemate can end? 3 scenarios before BJP
The current stalemate is reminiscent of the post-2019 election scenario when the Shiv Sena-BJP alliance won a majority but faced a month-long deadlock over the Chief Ministership.
Who will be Maharashtra CM? Shiv Sena pitches for Shinde 2.0, BJP firm on Fadnavis
Though arithmetically different, the continuing stalemate within the Mahayuti on the question of leadership serves as a reminder of the developments that followed after the 2019 polls.
Maharashtra CM News Live Updates: 'PM Modi to decide', says Eknath Shinde amid suspense over CM face
Maharashtra CM News Live Updates: Eknath Shinde thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that he will abide by any decision the NDA leadership takes with regard to government formation in Maharashtra.
Amid suspense, RSS backs Devendra Fadnavis as new Maharashtra CM
Fadnavis has been the leader of all the MLAs. It was his face that got the BJP people’s support, says RSS insider
Why did Raj Thackeray fail in politics?
The downfall of a political stalwart is a case worth analyzing for political observers
Race for Maharashtra CM: Suspense to be over by tonight or tomorrow, says Shiv Sena leader
The Shiv Sena spokesperson said the decision on the chief minister will be taken by Eknath Shinde, Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar
INDIA blames Rahul Gandhi’s ‘3 mistakes’ for Maharashtra loss. Here’s what they are
What are the mistakes made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi which allies feel had an impact on INDIA bloc's performance in Maharashtra?
Bihar template redundant, here’s why BJP must insist on its chief minister in Maharashtra
Unlike Nitish Kumar in Bihar in 2020, no promise was made to Eknath Shinde by the BJP that he would continue as chief minister irrespective of the numbers
Explained: How Ladki Bahin Yojana powered Mahayuti to its best-ever show in Maharashtra
The Mahayuti performed best in Pune, Nashik, Nagpur, Solapur and Thane, the five districts accounting for the highest number of beneficiaries under the scheme.
President's Rule unlikely to be imposed in Maharashtra, Shinde could be caretaker CM
After election results are declared and the tenure of Vidhan Sabha ends, a Governor of the state could send a report to the central government recommending President's rule in the state.
Close contests in Maharashtra polls saw 58 candidates losing despite securing 1 lakh plus votes
Prominent such politicians include former Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, and senior Congress leaders Balasaheb Thorat and Dhiraj Deshmukh among others, the ECI data shows.
