Big jolt to Thackeray: Sena (UBT) MP joins Shinde, Mahayuti calls 'operation' a success

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Omraje Nimbalkar has officially joined Eknath Shinde's faction, confirming the success of 'Operation Tiger'. Nimbalkar cited the disadvantage of being out of power and recent local poll defeats as reasons for his switch. He also mentioned discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding a CBI appeal in his father's murder case, assuring his stance against his uncle, Padamsinh Patil, remains unchanged.

By PRASAD JOSHI