Sanjay Raut has voiced support for Uddhav Thackeray's son, Aaditya, amidst a second split in the Sena party within four years, alleging that six rebel MPs switched loyalties to the Eknath Shinde camp for financial and power-related motives.
Uddhav Thackeray has criticized the defection of six Sena (UBT) Members of Parliament to the Eknath Shinde-led faction, an event Shinde declared as the successful 'Operation Tiger.'
The Shinde faction is reportedly set to induct six rebel MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray camp, intensifying the political crisis within the Shiv Sena. This move has drawn criticism from the Congress and Aaditya Thackeray, who accused the MPs of disloyalty.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the Eknath Shinde-led faction is the only remaining Shiv Sena, taking a dig at Uddhav Thackeray. This declaration highlights the ongoing political unraveling of the Shiv Sena, marking its second split in four years.
Political tensions are escalating between Shiv Sena factions in India as Sanjay Raut retaliated against Eknath Shinde's 'lion' remark with a social media post referring to some individuals as disloyal dogs. This exchange follows speculation that six MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's camp might defect to Shinde's faction.
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express8d ago3 sources
Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) is reportedly on the verge of another split, with six of its MPs skipping a crucial party meeting. The party has issued a whip for the MPs' meeting, while rebel members are expected to meet the Speaker.
A political crisis is brewing as six Members of Parliament are reportedly prepared to defect from Uddhav Thackeray's faction, signaling a potential split within the party.
Amid speculation of a potential split within the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena's Lok Sabha unit, Sanjay Raut claims that some MPs are being offered ₹50 crore.
WorldTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express9d ago3 sources
Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena is facing a fresh scare of a party split as several MPs reportedly traveled to Delhi, with Eknath Shinde following. This development has fueled speculation about another defection and the future of the party.
Uddhav Thackeray met with Shiv Sena (UBT) Members of Parliament amidst rumors of defections within the party. The party has denied any buzz of defection.
Uddhav Thackeray, a prominent Indian politician, is planning a visit to Ayodhya. This visit comes amidst a controversy surrounding donations for the Ram Temple.
Uddhav Thackeray publicly supported Mamata Banerjee, stating she is "fighting like a tigress" against the BJP. Banerjee, in turn, accused the BJP of strategically placing officers to intentionally delay flight operations.
PoliticsTimes of Indiaindian-express2mo ago2 sources
Strains have surfaced within India's Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance as the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena faction attacked the Congress party for fielding a candidate in the Baramati by-election.
MP Mhaske stated that Uddhav Thackeray should call Eknath Shinde if he seeks Shiv Sena's help for an MLC seat, highlighting ongoing political dynamics within the party.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has demanded an investigation into a missing 4-kg silver brick, which he claims was donated by Uddhav Thackeray for the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express3d ago3 sources
Six Members of Parliament from the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) formally joined Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, marking a significant blow to Thackeray's faction. Shinde declared 'Operation Tiger' a success, while Thackeray's allies criticized the move as a betrayal.
Uddhav Thackeray is attempting to prevent further defections from his Shiv Sena (UBT) faction after six Members of Parliament switched allegiance to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena. Thackeray reiterated that there can only be one Shiv Sena amidst the political turmoil.
Raj Thackeray has expressed support for his cousin Uddhav Thackeray amidst a rebellion by Members of Parliament, stating that 'only living corpses remain' in the opposing faction.
WorldTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express6d ago3 sources
The Shiv Sena and Shiv Sena (UBT) factions clashed on the party's foundation day, with Uddhav Thackeray making an emotional appeal to his cadre amidst rumors of a new rebellion by six MPs who skipped the event. Eknath Shinde warned that the exodus from Sena (UBT) was 'just a trailer,' suggesting further splits.
Sanjay Raut, a leader from Uddhav Thackeray's faction, has alleged that party MPs in Maharashtra are being offered up to Rs 15 crore each to defect and join the Eknath Shinde-led faction.
Uddhav Thackeray has summoned Shiv Sena (UBT) legislators for a meeting on June 22, amidst rumors of an impending 'Operation Tiger' that could see seven MPs from his faction defect to the Shinde camp. The move comes as speculation about further defections intensifies.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray called an emergency meeting of MPs to address speculation of a significant party split, with all nine MPs reportedly attending either in person or virtually.
The Uddhav Thackeray-led faction of Shiv Sena is attempting to maintain a strong front as some of its Members of Parliament are reportedly engaging with the rival Eknath Shinde-led Sena faction.
The opposition alliance in Maharashtra, India, is experiencing strain following Uddhav Thackeray's selection of a "surprise" candidate. This move has created friction with Congress leaders, who had indicated support only if Thackeray himself was the sole representative.
Devendra Fadnavis has rubbished claims of a secret meeting with Uddhav Thackeray, stating there was no need for secrecy and announcing action against social media accounts spreading false information.
The Election Commission of India has announced that elections for nine seats in the Maharashtra Legislative Council, along with a by-election for one additional seat, will take place on May 12. These polls are necessitated by the retirement of nine incumbent MLCs, including Uddhav Thackeray.
Sources indicate that allies of the Sharad Pawar faction of the NCP wish for Sunetra Pawar to win the Baramati bypoll unopposed, but the Congress party is reportedly not on board with this plan.
Uddhav Thackeray's tenure in the Maharashtra Legislative Council concluded, with his farewell event featuring praise from D Fadnavis and a subtle dig from E Shinde, as eight other members also ended their terms.
The Shinde-led Shiv Sena welcomed six rebel MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray camp, a significant political shift that awaits the Lok Sabha Speaker's approval to officially boost the NDA's numbers.
Sanjay Jadhav, an MP from Parbhani and a close associate of Uddhav Thackeray, explained his 'big switch' from the camp, citing fund crunch as a primary reason.
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv4d ago4 sources
Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) faction has suffered a significant blow as MP Omprakash Raje Nimbalkar confirmed his defection to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. This marks the second MP to switch camps, further unraveling Thackeray's faction.
A political conflict is unfolding between Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray, sparked by the potential defection of six Lok Sabha MPs from Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) to Shinde's faction. The rivalry is intensifying amidst a fresh crisis for the Shiv Sena (UBT).
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-times8d ago2 sources
Sanjay Raut of the Uddhav Sena has repeatedly hurled abuses at rebel MPs who skipped a crucial meeting, claiming they have been moved to Rajasthan amidst ongoing political tensions.
Uddhav Thackeray is confronting what is described as his most difficult political challenge to date. This situation is highlighted by a comparison to a healthcare scenario where one's knee is prioritized over another's.
Reports indicate that Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena MPs are traveling to Delhi, sparking speculation of a potential split within the party. Many of the MPs are reportedly unreachable, intensifying the focus on the political developments in the capital.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Deshmukh met Union minister Pratap Jadhav, sparking speculation of defection after Deshmukh missed a crucial party meeting. While personal reasons were cited, the timing has raised eyebrows within Uddhav Thackeray's party.
Sanjay Raut has urged Shinde Sena leaders who left the party in 2022 to meet Uddhav Thackeray, as some Shinde Sena leaders, including Abdul Sattar, hint at a potential merger with the Uddhav faction. Sattar expressed concerns that the BJP is 'slow-poisoning' them.
Shiv Sena (UBT) has nominated Ambadas Danve for the MLC polls instead of Uddhav Thackeray, a decision that has raised questions about the unity within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance.
The Congress and NCP(SP) parties, part of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance, announced their support for Uddhav Thackeray in the upcoming Legislative Council elections.
The Shiv Sena (UBT) has called on the Congress party to respect its allies ahead of the Maharashtra Legislative Council polls, as it stakes its claim to the lone MVA seat for party chief Uddhav Thackeray.
A recent exchange between D Fadnavis and Uddhav Thackeray, including a shayari, has generated significant discussion about changing political equations in India.
Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena faction has supported the Maharashtra anti-conversion Bill, diverging from its allies, the Congress and NCP(SP), on the issue.
Uddhav Thackeray and Eknath Shinde paid tributes to Ajit Pawar, with Thackeray stating he 'answered defamation through work' and Shinde noting that Baramati 'felt orphaned'.