Maharashtra Politics

Tipu Sultan becomes latest flashpoint in Maharashtra politics, BJP & Congress trade barbs

Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis slammed Sapkal for his remarks equating Tipu Sultan and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, stating that the comparison was condemnable.

Thackeray cousins reunite ahead of BMC polls: Here's how it shaped up over decades

As the Thackeray brothers joined hands, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut said that Congress must also come together to defeat the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Can Thackeray brothers offer credible challenge to BJP's brand of Hindutva?

Their rare show of unity at a “victory rally” against the BJP-led government’s Hindi imposition marks more than just a symbolic gesture — it hints at a possible alliance that could shake up the state’s political equation.

Maharashtra politics: How Uddhav-Raj reunion has put Congress in a fix

The coming together of the two Thackeray cousins – Uddhav and Raj – after a 20-year estrangement brings a new dimension to politics in Maharashtra.

Thackeray Cousins' Reunion: What Uddhav-Raj’s surprise show of unity means for Maharashtra politics

Worli Dome rally revives hopes of Marathi unity; no formal alliance yet, but political impact likely.

Here's how Congress, NCP and BJP reacted to Thackeray cousins reunion buzz ahead of civic polls

From the Uddhav Thackeray camp, Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut hinted at both leaders being ready to set aside their issues and reconcile. However, he reiterated the condition that his party's chief had laid down: Raj Thackeray should not give space to Maharashtra and Shiv Sena (UBT)'s "enemies".

Who is 'Amit Shah' of Devendra Fadnavis? A look at Maharashtra CM's inner circle

There are a few individuals who are part of Fadnavis' trusted inner circle, however, none of them quite fit the role of "Amit Shah" as the Union Home Minister does for PM Modi.

Raut says Fadnavis can’t read Pawar’s mind even after 100 births, targets Shah; Shelar retorts

Raut’s remarks against Fadnavis came days after the deputy CM claimed that NCP (SP) Sharad Pawar had shortlisted three to four names for the CM’s post ahead of the state elections, but Thackeray was not one of them.

Network18 Exclusive: Key takeaways from Piyush Goyal's interview

The discussion covered a wide array of topics including national security, political alliances, Maharashtra politics, appeasement politics, and more

Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress spar over Lok Sabha seats in Maharashtra

The veteran Congress leader is also reportedly upset over the Shiv Sena (UBT) declaring Amol Kirtikar's name as its candidate from Mumbai North West constituency.

The Maha Picture | Is Uddhav Thackeray’s ‘Not Your Enemy’ statement #FriendshipGoal with PM Modi, BJP?

Although Uddhav Thackeray has made a few statements that may sound like he has softened his stand towards PM Modi, Shiv Sena (UBT) is confident that the party will not get into an alliance with the BJP in the current scenario

Shinde buys time for Maratha quota, but the distress fuelling protests is a ticking time bomb

The newest Maratha community poster boy, Manoj Jarange Patil, moved quickly to end his indefinite fast and give the government two months’ time to sort out the Maratha demand for blanket reservation. It calmed the flaring tempers and nipped the sporadic violence that threatened to discredit his movement, but the socio-economic distress of rural Maharashtra is unlikely to be assuaged solely by quotas

Case registered against Sambhaji Bhide for remarks on Mahatma Gandhi

The Rajapeth police have registered the case against Bhide under Indian Penal Code section 153A (promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion, race, place of birth, residence, language, etc., and doing acts prejudicial to maintenance of harmony), an official said.

Shinde will continue as Maharashtra CM: Fadnavis; dismisses Prithviraj Chavan's claim on Ajit Pawar

Fadnavis was responding to Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan's claim that Ajit Pawar will be appointed as the chief minister around August 10 replacing Shinde.

BJP hotly coveted NCP defectors for two good reasons: Winnability, Cooperative Heft

Unlike Shiv Sena’s emotive appeal to its voters, NCP’s base rests on control over agri cooperatives. This forces farmers to align with its netas, even when they shift loyalties, because proximity to power helps. Post-2014 data shows NCP defectors are 3x more likely to win than other turncoats. Can Sharad Pawar’s emotional card undercut NCP defectors’ economic bonds with voters?