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Raj Thackeray
Raj Thackeray is an Indian politician, founder and president of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), and a prominent public figure in Maharashtra. Known for his fiery speeches, sharp wit, and
...Read more- ‘Language emergency’: Uddhav, Raj Thackeray reunion over ‘Hindi imposition’ in Maharashtra? Sharad Pawar extends support
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray, addressing separate press conferences, have announced demonstrations on July 7 and 5, respectively
- Raj Thackeray hits out at Maharashtra government, says ‘Hindi mandate direct threat to Marathi language’
Raj Thackeray asserted that the government was attempting to implement the policy surreptitiously, without public consultation.
- 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.
- Amid MNS-Sena (UBT) alliance buzz, CM Fadnavis meets Raj Thackeray
The meeting comes amid speculation over rapprochement between Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and his politically estranged cousin Raj Thackeray, who heads the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS)
- Mumbai suburban railway system has collapsed due to influx of migrants: Raj Thackeray
He also questioned the rationale for demanding the installation of automatic door closure mechanisms in local trains, considering the rush of commuters
- Uddhav Thackeray on possibility of Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance: ‘Whatever people of Maharashtra wish…’
His statement comes amid rising speculation over a potential alliance between the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the MNS, a party Raj Thackeray founded in 2006 after parting ways with the Shiv 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.
- How politics split Uddhav and Raj Thackeray—and why it may reunite them
An alliance between the two Thackerays is easier said than done. Functionaries of both parties are not keen on a coalition, as it could impact their interests.
- 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
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.
- Instruct banks to use Marathi or MNS will intensify stir: Raj Thackeray in letter to IBA
Thackeray also said banks will be responsible for law and order if they do not conform to the three language formula, --- English, Hindi and the local language (Marathi in case of Maharashtra), in its services.
- Marathi language row: Ignore things said by 'microscopic minority', says Nitin Gadkari
The Union minister said that we must not take cognizance of things propogated by the "microscopic minority".
- Sanjay Raut slams Raj Thackeray over U-turn on Marathi language agitation
At his Gudi Padwa rally on March 30, the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief had reiterated his party’s stand of making Marathi mandatory for official purposes, warning that those who do not speak the language deliberately would be “slapped”
- Raj Thackeray's warning to non-Marathi speakers stirs Maharashtra's political pot
The violent incidents follow Raj Thackeray's return to the Marathi issue, which he highlighted during his annual Gudi Padwa rally at Shivaji Park.
- Fawad Khan's Bollyood comeback film lands in trouble, Raj Thackeray's MNS says 'won't allow the movie to release in Maharashtra'
Pakistani actor Fawad Khan's Bollywood movie is being opposed by Raj Thackeray led MNS.
- Gudhi Padwa Rally: Raj Thackeray's bid to revive MNS by reverting to old tactics
In the Gudhi Padwa rally, Thackeray has made it clear that he will once again adopt the Marathi identity issue to reclaim his lost political ground in the state.
- '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 graced the Marathi Bhasha Gaurav Din event in Mumbai, showcasing elegance and cultural pride in a dark green salwar kameez.
- Chhaava filmmaker Laxman Utekar meets Raj Thackeray, promises to remove controversial scenes before release
Filmmaker Laxman Utekar met MNS leader Raj Thackeray to address concerns over his upcoming film Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal. The film faced criticism for certain scenes, sparking controversy. After their meeting, Laxman assured the media that all "objectionable" scenes would be removed before the film's official release.
- 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
