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Harmony in society has taken a hit: Siddaramaiah

At book release programme, former CM also takes a dig at Hindutva

The Hindu

The ‘saint’ and the ‘sinner’

While the RSS pracharak has to live by a harsh moral code, the BJP politician is untethered to any such morality

The Hindu

Uddhav camp spars with Shinde-Fadnavis government over renaming of Aurangabad, Osmanabad

While the BJP faction alleged that the MVA government had taken the decision to rename the cities in an illegal Cabinet meeting that was called after it had lost majority in the Assembly, the Uddhav faction alleged that the new government was just trying to delay the renaming decision of…

The Hindu

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Bajrang Dal activist assaulted in Shivamogga

It is said that Kantaraju was targeted for his involvement with Hindutva organisations

The Hindu

India has a history of diverse cultures, says Satchidanandan

‘Existence of many religions not a threat to national unity’

The Hindu

Eshwarappa says Shiv Sena MLAs breaking away to join hands with BJP is justified

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The Hindu

Taming the tiger: On change of guard in Maharashtra

BJP deflected attention from the defection by allowing Shinde retain Sena identity

The Hindu

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How BJP wrested back control of India’s richest state Maharashtra

After days of political drama experts say was orchestrated by BJP, a coalition gov’t falls and a new leader is sworn in.

Al Jazeera

First time a govt fell due to Hindutva: Madhya Pradesh minister Narottam Mishra on Maharashtra political crisis

BHOPAL: The Sena rebels have been “saffronised”, Madhya Pradesh home minister Narottam Mishra remarked on Thursday even as MP agriculture minister Kamal Patel tweeted that the Uddhav Thackeray government fell because it “insulted women power”, alleging that Kangana Ranaut was “targeted” by the erstwhile Shiv Sena government.

The Times of India

Fadnavis’ ‘masterstroke’ of nominating Eknath as CM takes wind out of Uddhav camp’s sails

Decision to make Shinde the CM boosts credibility of rebellion over ‘Hindutva’ while deflecting criticism that BJP actively toppled the MVA govt

The Hindu

Shiv Sainiks’ hearts still beat for their wagh

39 Shiv Sena MLAs breaking ranks over Uddhav Thackeray’s alleged failure to pursue the outfit’s core Hindutva ideology has sparked a groundswell of support for the beleaguered party chief. However, it remains to be seen if the Thackerays can channel the popular sentiment to revive the party’s flagging fortunes

The Hindu

Maharashtra: BJP core committee meeting underway in Mumbai to discuss Maha govt formation

A meeting of the BJP core committee is underway at Sagar Bungalow, the residence of former Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis in Mumbai to further deliberate on the strategy for the course of action following Uddhav Thackeray's resignation as the Chief Minister on Wednesday.

Dynamite News

Eknath Shinde says he has support of 50 MLAs

‘We are doing this to preserve Hindutva,’ says rebel camp

The Hindu

Sanjay Raut out to finish off Shiv Sena on orders of NCP chief, says rebel MLA

This is not a rebellion but a fight for Shiv Sena’s self-esteem, says Deepak Kesarkar

The Hindu

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TV Newsance 176: The data on job debates Studio Veers don't want you to see

The political twists and turns in Maharashtra dominated the news this week. Republic reporters chased after news, literally, while big boss Arnab Goswami had some advice on Hindutva for Shiv Sena supremo Uddhav Thackeray. As allegations of horse-trading, ED raids and even kidnapping flew thick and fast, anchors at Aaj…

Newslaundry

‘We are Sainiks of Bal Thackeray’: Why Thane’s Shiv Sena workers back Eknath Shinde

The city of Thane was close to Bal Thackeray’s heart. It was where the party first tasted electoral victory in 1967 by winning the civic polls, which would be closely followed by similar victories in Mumbai and Nashik. It was also once the fiefdom of legendary Sena leader Anand Dighe…

The Hindu

Tiger by the tail: On the rebellion in the Shiv Sena

The rebellion in the Sena was in the making for a while, and does not allow for a quick fix solution

The Hindu

Rebel Sena leader Shinde says he has support of a ‘national party’

Pawar says they have to prove majority, but no BJP leader can guide them in it; rebel group claims to have sent letter to Deputy Speaker with the signatures of 42 MLAs

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The Times of India

Maharashtra: Will be happy if a Sainik becomes CM, says Uddhav Thackeray

MUMBAI: Embattled CM Uddhav Thackeray made an emotional appeal to the rebel faction in the party, saying he was willing to step down from both the posts of chief minister and Shiv Sena chief if they came and told him to go.

The Hindu

Uddhav Thackeray fights to keep control over Shiv Sena

Rebel group, now in Assam, firm on its demand that the Sena should quit the MVA; Mr. Thackeray moves from the Chief Minister’s official residence in south Mumbai to his family’s Matoshri bungalow in suburban Bandra

The Times of India

Uddhav Thackerey on Maharashtra impasse: Will quit if my MLAs say I should not be CM

MUMBAI: Amid the ongoing political crisis in Maharashtra, chief minister Uddhav Thackerey on Tuesday said that he "doesn't yearn for the chair" which came as a "surprise", adding "If my own people do not want me as chief minister, they should come and tell me. I will resign the next…

The Times of India

Uddhav Thackeray on Maharashtra impasse: Will quit if my MLAs say I should not be CM

MUMBAI: Amid the ongoing political crisis in Maharashtra, chief minister Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday said that he "doesn't yearn for the chair" which came as a "surprise", adding "If my own people do not want me as chief minister, they should come and tell me. I will resign the next…

The Hindu

Shiv Sena rattles sabres with BJP, says Bal Thackeray is the ‘Father of Hindutva’

On party’s Foundation Day, Uddhav Thackeray lambasts Centre’s Agnipath scheme as a ‘mirage’

The Times of India

Maharashtra MLC polls: CM Uddhav Thackeray rules out chances of cross-voting, says there won't be split in Shiv Sena-led MVA

MUMBAI: Maharashtra chief minister and Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday said the state Legislative Council elections to be held on Monday will show that there will be no split in his party-led Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and ruled out chances of cross-voting.

The Hindu

Shiv Sena’s ‘Hindutva’ is clean, says Aaditya Thackeray on his Ayodhya visit

‘My visit to holy city is devotional, not political,’ says Sena leader

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