Maharashtra Navnirman Sena

Several attempts over the past years to get both brothers to reunite in the interest of Maharashtra failed so far. So, what has triggered this recent change of heart?

Amazon seeks to withdraw suit against MNS, Raj Thackeray

Amazon has now included Marathi among preferred Amazon has now included Marathi among preferred languages on its app and website so the issue no longer exists.

MNS pro-CAA rally: Stones will be answered with stones, swords with swords, warns Raj Thackeray

The rally called by the MNS, a regional party from Maharashtra, was the first big demonstration in support of CAA, apart from rallies organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party.

I did not meet Raj Thackeray, no alliance on cards: Devendra Fadnavis

A section of media had claimed that Fadnavis met Raj Thackeray recently and the two discussed a possible tie-up to take on the Shiv Sena-NCP-Congress government in the state.

Won't shut up despite ED action: Raj Thackeray

Thackeray also targeted Shiv Sena leader Ramdas Kadam over the felling of trees in Aarey. "Kadam was the environment minister. What did he do to stop the tree cutting," he said.

Throw onions at ministers if they don't listen: Raj Thackeray to farmers

The MNS chief was speaking to onion farmers at Kalwan in Nashik district of Maharashtra, a major onion-producing hub. "If ministers do not listen to you or if they do not fulfil your demands, throw onions at them," he said.

Raj Thackeray ready to protect those 'threatened' for criticising centre

Within a week of launching his Facebook page, Thackeray has garnered 6.45 lakh followers. He decided to join the social media platform in view of 'misleading information' being spread among the people.

MNS warns Pakistan artists to leave India within 48 hours

MNS, which is headed by Raj Thackeray, warned Pakistani actors and artists of dire consequences if they don‘t return to Pakistan.

Rs 29,647 cr proposals for 'Smart City' proj; Mumbai's lowest

The estimated proposal of Mumbai has raised eyebrows as the Shiv Sena, which is in power in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), has already red-flagged the Centre's move accusing it of trying to get back-door access to controlling the city. It is also likely to become an issue during the BMC elections due to be held in early 2017.

Bombay HC allows sale of meat on September 17

Earlier the ban was to be imposed for four days, September 10, 13, 17 and 18, but the BMC, on Friday, revoked the ban to be imposed on September 13 and 18.

BJP leads in Maharashtra, NCP blames Chavan

The BJP took early leads on Sunday in Maharashtra as officials counted millions of votes polled in assembly elections.

See BJP winning in Maha; may opt for independents if short

Sanjay Pugalia of CNBC Awaaz does not see the BJP once again tying up with heavy-weight and heavy bargaining Shiv Sena, unless they fall short by a huge margin.

Toll issue: Raj Thackeray threatens statewide road blockade

Thackeray said he will continue his agitation till the time the 'illegal' toll collection centres are shut. He even dared the Maharashtra goverment to arrest him.

Police withdraw security of suspended MNS MLA

The Mumbai Police has withdrawn the security of suspended Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) MLA Ram Kadam, who was one of the MLAs who allegedly assaulted Assistant Police Inspector Sachin Suryavanshi. Ram Kadam had been provided four security guards before the attack on Suryavanshi.

People from Bihar reason for rising rapes: Raj Thackeray

Training his guns at people from Bihar again, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray blamed them for rising incidents of rapes in the country. Thackeray said that while everyone is talking about the Delhi gangrape, nobody is asking where these men came from.

MNS against Bal Thackeray's memorial at Shivaji Park

The proposal over late Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray's memorial at Shivaji Park in Mumbai has led to a controversy.

Can Uddhav Thackeray carry forth Balasaheb's legacy?

Well before his death on Saturday, Shiv Sena patriarch Bal Thackeray had anointed son Uddhav Thackeray as the successor to his political legacy. Last year he went a step further and moved even grandson Aditya to the front-line, silencing any potential claimants to the party mantle.

Bal Thackeray is fine and stable: Raj Thackeray

Amid rumours of deteriorating health of Bal Thackeray, his nephew and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray said on Saturday night that the condition of Shiv Sena supremo was "stable".

Bal Thackeray's health deteriorates

Shiv Sena Working President Uddhav Thackeray has called a meeting of the party's MPs and MLAs at noon amid reports of party supremo Bal Thackeray's deteriorating health.

Bharat Bandh to protest evokes mixed response

The day-long bandh was a complete success in the Opposition-ruled states while the Congress' states were partially affected.

Little response to NDA's Bharat Bandh in Mumbai

The nation-wide bandh called by the BJP-led NDA and other Opposition parties to protest fuel hike and FDI in retail evoked little response in the metropolis today owing to Ganesh festivities across Maharashtra.

MNS chief flexes muscle, flays govt for Aug 11 rioting

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray addressed a mammoth rally at Mumbai's Azad Maidan on Tuesday and came down heavily on Maharashtra Home Minister RR Patil and Mumbai Police Commissioner Arup Patnaik for what he called was their failure to control the August 11 violence in India's financial capital.

Sangma in Mumbai; meets BJP legislators

Presidential hopeful P A Sangma, who is in the city as part of his campaign, today met BJP legislators.

Mumbai: Auto strike hits commuters

An NCP-led autorickshaw union in Mumbai has gone on strike demanding a hike in minimum fare. The action by Sharad Rao's Mumbai Autorickshawmen's Union (MAU) came despite a Re 1 hike on minimum fare - from Rs 11 to Rs 12 - permitted by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) last week.

Sugarcane stir: Raj criticises Mah govt for delaying talks

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray today lashed out at the state government over its reported appeal asking protesting sugarcane growers to call off their agitation before engaging in talks on the issue of better procurement price for their crop.