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Sena split | Official hearing on MLAs’ disqualification set for October 13

Advocate Anil Sakhare who is representing the CM said, ‘Speaker Narwekar heard our arguments as we are opposed to clubbing of all the petitions filed before him. Our demand is to conduct independent hearings’

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Will accept the final decision of Election Commission on NCP name and symbol: Ajit Pawar

Ajit Pawar said he'll accept ECI's "final" decision on NCP name/symbol dispute. He noted both sides have gone to ECI & he'll accept its decision. He dismissed reports of replacing CM & said reports of Eknath Shinde's CM post have been doing rounds since June 2022 & are meaningless.

The Hindu

We will approach Supreme Court if no action is taken on petition to disqualify Neelam Gorhe, two MLCs: Anil Parab

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anil Parab has said his party will approach the Supreme Court if no action is taken on their disqualification plea against three MLCs who switched over to the Shiv Sena led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.

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After SC rap, Maharashtra Speaker says hearing next week on disqualification pleas filed by rival Shiv Sena factions

Speaker Narwekar visits Delhi to discuss disqualification petitions of both Sena factions; Thackeray faction accuses him of delaying ruling to save Shinde's chair. SC rebukes Narwekar for delaying adjudication, directs him to announce date for ruling within a week. Narwekar says he held meetings with legal experts to decide how…

The Hindu

BJP clamours for Ahmednagar to be renamed as ‘Ahilyanagar’

BJP legislator demands renaming of Ahmednagar to 'Ahilyanagar' after 18th century Maratha queen Ahilyabai Holkar. Warns of intensifying agitation if MVA govt does not take note. NCP organised grand event in Chaundi on Ahilyabai's birth anniversary.

The Hindu

Not interested in delay but won't hurry either: Maharashtra Speaker on disqualification pleas

Mumbai Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar says he won't delay or rush decision on disqualification pleas against Shiv Sena MLAs, to ensure justice.

The Hindu

How INDIA selected 14 anchors to boycott: Review of anchors’ social media, hate on debates

In the run-up to the opposition INDIA alliance’s blacklisting of 14 TV news anchors last week, almost all the members of the 26-party bloc’s coordination committee narrowed down on names of “partisan” anchors ahead of a joint discussion.

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Sheep, goats cannot fight lion: Eknath Shinde on Opposition targeting PM Modi

Commenting on the status of the NDA in Maharashtra, Mr. Shinde said, ‘After Ajit Pawar decided to join us, my government (BJP-Shiv Sena-Ajit Pawar faction of NCP) enjoys the support of 215 plus MLAs. There is no threat to the government.’

The Hindu

Eknath Shinde seeks Central aid for ambitious water project in arid Marathwada

Maharashtra CM Shinde hopes for Central aid for Marathwada water-grid project. Announced ₹45,000 cr development package for region. Criticized Uddhav Thackeray for lack of political will to develop Marathwada. Shinde's govt renamed Aurangabad and Osmanabad. Claimed MVA would've regressed Maharashtra had it stayed in power.

The Hindu

Shinde announces ₹45,000 crore development package for drought-hit Marathwada

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde announces ₹45,000 cr package for drought-affected Marathwada region. Revised administrative sanctions for irrigation projects worth ₹14,000 cr to bring 8 lakh hectares of land under irrigation. CM, deputies & Ministers staying in govt guest house, not five-star hotels. Shiv Sena MLA Aaditya Thackeray says govt has…

The Hindu

Sena vs Sena: Speaker begins hearing on disqualification petitions of rival factions

Rahul Narwekar, Speaker of Pune's Maharashtra Assembly, began hearing 34 disqualification petitions filed by rival Shiv Sena factions led by CM Eknath Shinde and ex-CM Uddhav Thackeray.

The Hindu

Special session of Parliament is to split Maharashtra, claims State Congress chief

The Centre has not spelt out the agenda of the special session to be held from September 18 to 22

The Hindu

Efforts on to 'insult' Sanatan Dharma, but Rahul Gandhi and Uddhav Thackeray silent: Anurag Thakur

Anurag Thakur claims opposition is silent on insults to Sanatan Dharma & blames Rahul Gandhi & Uddhav Thackeray.

The Hindu

Uddhav Thackeray: ‘Current BJP made up of only imported leaders and defectors’

Uddhav Thackeray criticizes BJP for being made up of imported leaders and defectors. Warns that BJP will feel the flames of Sena's torch in upcoming polls. Thackeray slams CM Shinde for not addressing pro-Maratha quota activist's hunger strike.

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Minister discarded by Gehlot joins Shiv Sena

Sacked Rajasthan Minister and BSP-turned-Congress MLA Rajendra Singh Gudha has joined Shiv Sena, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced

The Times of India

Shiv Sena (UBT) ex-corporator Sudhir More dies by suicide, body found on rail tracks in Mumbai

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and former corporator Sudhir Sayaji More allegedly ended his life by jumping in front of a moving suburban train near Ghatkopar station in Mumbai, a police official said on Friday.

Dynamite News

"2 more regional parties to join INDIA": Sena (UBT) MP ahead of third Oppn meet today

Ahead of the third meeting of the Opposition alliance — INDIA — in Mumbai, Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) MP Anil Desai on Thursday said two more Maharashtra-based regional parties will join the bloc. Read further on Dynamite News:

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"We have come together to save democracy": Congress leader Ashok Chavan ahead of INDIA bloc meeting

Congress leader Ashok Chavan on Wednesday said that leaders of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc have come together to save democracy in the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

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'Mahayuti' to convene meeting in Mumbai amid Opposition bloc INDIA's gathering

MUMBAI: The 'Mahayuti', consisting of the BJP, Shiv Sena (under the leadership of Eknath Shinde faction), NCP, and all other allied parties, is scheduled to hold a two-day meeting in Mumbai on August 31 and September 1. This meeting of the ruling parties coincides with the meeting of the Opposition…

The Hindu

Nobody permanent friend or foe in politics; won't respond to personal remarks: Ajit Pawar

Ajit Pawar said no one is permanent friend or foe in politics. He thanked local leaders of Shiv Sena and BJP for welcoming him and other NCP Ministers. He hoped PM Modi's charisma will benefit Maharashtra, which follows secular thoughts.

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Convener, synergy, committees: Puzzles before the opposition’s Mumbai meet this week

Nearly six weeks after the opposition’s 26-party INDIA bloc was announced, the process to fine-tune its intricacies has been set in motion. The allies are meeting in Mumbai this week, hosted by the Maha Vikas Aghadi, which has the NCP, Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Congress and represents the alliance…

The Hindu

Mumbai roads will be free of potholes in two-and-half years: Eknath Shinde

“In two to two-and-half years, Mumbai will be free of potholes and all roads will be concretised,” Mr. Shinde said.

The Hindu

SC decides in favour of parity of treatment, grants bail to a man whose co-accused was earlier granted bail by it

The Supreme Court chose to lean in favour of personal liberty and the right to be treated equally by the law in order to grant bail to a man accused in the murder of a Shiv Sena leader in Maharashtra three years ago

The Hindu

MVA forms committees for INDIA meet in Mumbai on August 31 and September 1

The Maha Vikas Aghadi comprising the Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP and Congress has formed several committees to plan various aspects of the meeting of the Opposition bloc INDIA on August 31 and September 1 in Mumbai.

The Hindu

Ajit Pawar’s NCP faction aligned with BJP for fear of ED probe: Sharad Pawar

NCP chief Pawar slams rebel faction, says they defected to avoid ED probe. He urges party workers to rebuild NCP, stresses importance of social media. Criticizes BJP for misusing power, expresses concern over CBSE circular on Partition.

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