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  • Salman Khan’s father Salim Khan meets politician Raj Thackeray at his Mumbai home ahead of Diwali

    Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, father of Salman Khan, met MNS chief Raj Thackeray at his Mumbai residence ahead of Diwali, sparking buzz across film and political circles over their cordial exchange.

  • Vote theft taking place for 10 years, Election Commission should have conducted probe: Raj Thackeray

    Vote theft taking place for 10 years, Election Commission should have conducted probe: Raj Thackeray

    Pune, Aug 23 MNS president Raj Thackeray on Saturday said he had been talking about `vote theft' since 2016, and the Election Commission should have con..

  • Uddhav and Raj will contest civic elections together, says Raut of Sena (UBT)

    Uddhav and Raj will contest civic elections together, says Raut of Sena (UBT)

    "The Thackeray brothers (Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray) will contest the municipal corporation elections in Mumbai, Thane, Nashik and Kalyan-Dombivali together and win," said Sanjay Raut.

  • 'Feel proud of my soldiers…’: Raj Thackeray on MNS workers attacking against those with 'anti-Marathi' views

    'Feel proud of my soldiers…’: Raj Thackeray on MNS workers attacking against those with 'anti-Marathi' views

    Thackeray went on to say that he “feels proud” of his “soldiers of Maharashtra slap that person”, adding, this was not out of “personal jealousy” but for the language and the Marathi people.

  • Complaint filed against Raj Thackeray over ‘hit but don’t shoot video’ remark

    Complaint filed against Raj Thackeray over ‘hit but don’t shoot video’ remark

    The complaint said his remarks promote vigilantism and social unrest in the state, seeks actions under NSA

  • Uddhav Sena draws the line as Stalin finds common ground on Hindi pushback: 'Not our fight'

    Uddhav Sena draws the line as Stalin finds common ground on Hindi pushback: 'Not our fight'

    Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut made it clear that their fight was only against the imposition of Hindi in primary classes and not its usage in Maharashtra.

  • Thackeray cousins gain, Shinde’s under pressure, but BJP remains in pole position

    Thackeray cousins gain, Shinde’s under pressure, but BJP remains in pole position

    A joint rally last week by the Thackeray cousins was a landmark event. It’s likely to be followed by a joint campaign in local body elections which will be mutually beneficial. Shinde Sena will be hard put to claim the Bal Thackeray legacy. None of these developments however are likely change Maharashtra’s political reality: BJP is in pole position

  • 'Innocent Hindus were beaten because of language': Maharashtra minister compares assault on Hindi-speaking people with Pahalgam attack

    'Innocent Hindus were beaten because of language': Maharashtra minister compares assault on Hindi-speaking people with Pahalgam attack

    Maharashtra minister Ashish Shelar said the attacks on Hindi-speaking people allegedly by MNS workers were disappointing and asserted, "Marathi is not a political issue for us."

  • Thackeray cousins' reunion last-ditch attempt to hold on to what remains of their influence: BJP

    Thackeray cousins' reunion last-ditch attempt to hold on to what remains of their influence: BJP

    Taking a dig at he Thackeray cousins, Amit Malviya — in-charge of BJP's National Information & Technology Dept, said that the joining of hands is driven by desperation.

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

    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.

  • BJP minister Nitesh Rane dubs Uddhav and Raj Thackeray' joint rally as 'jihadi and anti-Hindu gathering'

    BJP minister Nitesh Rane dubs Uddhav and Raj Thackeray' joint rally as 'jihadi and anti-Hindu gathering'

    After two decades, Uddhav and Raj on Saturday shared the public stage and hosted a victory gathering, titled 'Awaj Marathicha' in Mumbai's Worli area

  • 'What Balasaheb couldn't do, Devendra Fadnavis did', says Raj Thackeray as he buries hatchet with Uddhav

    'What Balasaheb couldn't do, Devendra Fadnavis did', says Raj Thackeray as he buries hatchet with Uddhav

    The cousins broke up when Bal Thackeray was alive, after he preferred his son Uddhav over Raj for Shiv Sena succession.

  • Shiv Sena predicts 'U-turn' after Raj Thackeray's surprise meeting with Devendra Fadnavis: 'Anything can happen in politics'

    Shiv Sena predicts 'U-turn' after Raj Thackeray's surprise meeting with Devendra Fadnavis: 'Anything can happen in politics'

    MNS chief Raj Thackeray and Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis met at a five-star hotel in Mumbai on Thursday. The meeting came amid speculation of Raj with Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena.

  • Reunion buzz: 'Uddhav won't have any issue with Raj if he keeps away from BJP, Shinde Sena'

    Reunion buzz: 'Uddhav won't have any issue with Raj if he keeps away from BJP, Shinde Sena'

    ED has unearthed that, the funds were deployed/introduced in certain companies to cause 'artificial price fluctuations' of certain 'SME sector securities' so as to cheat common investors.

  • Uddhav, Raj reunion on cards? 3 factors why Thackeray cousins could bury the hatchet

    Uddhav, Raj reunion on cards? 3 factors why Thackeray cousins could bury the hatchet

    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?

  • Uddhav, Raj Thackeray hint at reunion amid Hindi imposition row in Maharashtra

    Uddhav, Raj Thackeray hint at reunion amid Hindi imposition row in Maharashtra

    Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT) supremo Uddhav Thackeray indicated their willingness to unite for the interest of Maharashtra and Marathi people.

  • 'Hindus who feel awakened after watching Chhava are of no use': Raj Thackeray on Aurangzeb row

    'Hindus who feel awakened after watching Chhava are of no use': Raj Thackeray on Aurangzeb row

    Addressing the annual Gudhi Padwa rally in Mumbai, Raj Thackeray advised people to refer to books to learn history instead of relying on information on WhatsApp.

  • Sonali Bendre joins Marathi Bhasha Gaurav Din with Javed Akhtar, Vicky Kaushal and more; Thanks Raj Thackeray

    Sonali Bendre joins Marathi Bhasha Gaurav Din with Javed Akhtar, Vicky Kaushal and more; Thanks Raj Thackeray

    Sonali Bendre graced the Marathi Bhasha Gaurav Din event in Mumbai, showcasing elegance and cultural pride in a dark green salwar kameez.

  • People turn to MNS to solve problems, forget it while voting: Raj Thackeray

    People turn to MNS to solve problems, forget it while voting: Raj Thackeray

    The MNS contested 125 out of the 288 assembly seats in the November 20 Maharashtra elections but drew a blank. Raj’s son Amit Thackeray too lost from Mahim in Mumbai

  • Raj Thackeray's MNS to join Mahayuti for local municipal body elections? Here's what CM Fadnavis said

    Raj Thackeray's MNS to join Mahayuti for local municipal body elections? Here's what CM Fadnavis said

    The MNS chief supported BJP in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections but contested alone in the state assembly elections held in November. It failed to secure even one seat.

  • Maharashtra polls: No MNS or Sena (UBT) rally at Mumbai's famous Shivaji Park on November 17

    Maharashtra polls: No MNS or Sena (UBT) rally at Mumbai's famous Shivaji Park on November 17

    Both the parties had applied for permissions to hold rallies at the famous ground on the same day ahead of the November 20 Maharashtra assembly elections

  • When Raj Thackeray almost quit politics to become film producer — and why he changed his mind

    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.

  • Maharashtra polls: Why Raj Thackeray's MNS is no longer 'untouchable' for BJP

    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

  • Atul Parchure passes away, politician Raj Thackeray visits the actor's home to pay his last respects

    Atul Parchure passes away, politician Raj Thackeray visits the actor's home to pay his last respects

    Atul Parchure, a well-known actor in both the Marathi and Hindi film industries, passed away on October 14 at the age of 57. His death has left a deep void in the hearts of his fans and the entertainment community. Atul had been fighting cancer for several years, and reports indicate that he experienced a relapse before his passing.

  • Sharad Pawar, Uddhav trying to use Maratha quota stir to trigger riots ahead of polls: Raj Thackeray

    Sharad Pawar, Uddhav trying to use Maratha quota stir to trigger riots ahead of polls: Raj Thackeray

    Raj Thackeray claimed Muslim and Dalit votes went against PM Narendra Modi during Lok Sabha elections as they believed in the Opposition's narrative on the Constitution

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