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Want a govt job in Maharashtra? New 5% job quota policy could open up more opportunities for athletes

Revised job quota policy: Maharashtra’s Cabinet has approved a revised five per cent sports quota policy for government jobs. The new policy aims to encourage sportspersons and strengthen their social and economic security. The state government has also introduced measures to make sports certificate verification more transparent through a dedicated…

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Maharashtra Speaker Rahul Narwekar slams Congress' 'gungi gudiya' jibe at Sunetra Pawar, seeks apology

Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar called the "gungi gudiya" remark against Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar unfortunate. He stated that anyone using such language should express genuine regret and apologize. The controversy arose after Dhananjay Munde reportedly shielded Pawar from a journalist's question. The Maharashtra Congress posted a video labeling Pawar…

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'Gungi gudiya' remark neither abusive nor unparliamentary: Harshwardhan Sapkal on Congress' criticism of Sunetra Pawar

Maharashtra Congress stood by its controversial 'gungi gudiya' comment directed at Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, asserting that public figures should handle political critiques with grace. The remark emerged after a video showed Dhananjay Munde defending Pawar from probing questions, which led to protests by NCP supporters at the Congress…

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Congress targets Sunetra Pawar with 'gungi gudiya' barb; NCP hits back

A political row erupted in Maharashtra after the Congress party insulted Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar. The opposition party labeled her a 'mute doll' in a social media post. This remark drew sharp criticism from the NCP, questioning the Congress's stance. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde condemned the statement as…

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It will happen when it has to happen: Minister Bhujbal on NCP factions' merger buzz

Chhagan Bhujbal stated the Nationalist Congress Party merger will occur when it is meant to happen. A decision regarding the party's future will be made under Sunetra Pawar's guidance. This statement follows Sharad Pawar dismissing merger speculation earlier this week. Bhujbal also reviewed progress on the historic Phule Wada expansion…

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Sunetra Pawar kept in dark over Praful Patel-Sunil Tatkare's late-night Devendra Fadnavis meeting, exposing fresh NCP rift

Fresh cracks have surfaced within the Nationalist Congress Party following a recent meeting. Senior leaders Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare met Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Party chief Sunetra Pawar was reportedly not informed about this late-night discussion. Tatkare dismissed the controversy, stating the meeting concerned his constituency issues. This…

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NCP minister says Maharashtra wants to see Marathi person become PM; favours Fadnavis for role

Maharashtra minister Dattatray Bharne expressed the state's desire for a Marathi prime minister. He believes Devendra Fadnavis is the ideal candidate for this national leadership role. Bharne is confident a Maharashtrian will lead the country in 2029 or 2034. He also supports Sunetra Pawar becoming Maharashtra's first woman chief minister.…

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No rift in NCP, Sachchidanand Singh's letter carries no weight: Praful Patel

Nationalist Congress Party leader Praful Patel stated there is no internal party rift. He dismissed a legal challenge questioning Sunetra Pawar's election as party president. A legal notice alleged the election process lacked constitutional adherence and proper delegate notification. The party spokesperson asserted all rules were followed during the February…

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Tatkare regrets no NCP leader backed him, Patel when they were 'targeted' after Ajit Pawar's death

Maharashtra NCP president Sunil Tatkare expressed disappointment. He stated party colleagues did not support him and Praful Patel when targeted by the opposition. This occurred after Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's death earlier this year. Sunetra Pawar, who now heads the NCP, stressed unity. Party ministers and senior leaders attended…

The Economic Times

Sharad Pawar chairs NCP (SP) meet on political situation; Rohit skips citing urgent water issue

Sharad Pawar led a crucial NCP (SP) meeting in Mumbai to strategize for the party's revival and discuss national and state political scenarios. Rohit Pawar clarified his absence, citing an urgent water crisis affecting farmers in his constituency. The party also reviewed its performance in recent elections and planned for…

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Paranjpe was inducted in Shiv Sena to stop him from joining MVA; NCP was kept in loop: Uday Samant

Former NCP leader Anand Paranjpe has joined the Shiv Sena. Maharashtra minister Uday Samant revealed the move was to keep Paranjpe from joining opposition parties. The NCP, led by Sunetra Pawar, was informed about the induction. This was done to prevent any misunderstandings within the ruling Mahayuti alliance. Paranjpe previously…

The Economic Times

Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare and 22 NCP MLAs will contest elections on BJP tickets, claims Rohit Pawar

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar alleged Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare, and 22 NCP MLAs will contest elections on BJP tickets. He also raised concerns about drug sales and extortion in Baramati. An NCP spokesperson denied these claims, stating the party is united under Sunetra Pawar's leadership.

The Economic Times

‘We Will Move Forward Together’: Ajit Pawar’s Final Phone Call Before Baramati Plane Crash

Ajit Pawar’s final phone call, made just minutes before the chartered aircraft he was travelling in crashed near Baramati, has emerged as a poignant reflection of the late NCP leader’s long-held belief in inclusive politics, according to accounts shared by his family members.

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Sanjay Raut Raises Suspicion Over Ajit Pawar’s Death, Calls for Probe Into Baramati Plane Crash

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Monday raised serious questions over the “sudden and suspicious” death of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash near Baramati last week. Raut called for a thorough investigation into the incident, claiming…

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Prominent Indian politician Ajit Pawar among five dead in fiery plane crash in India

Pawar, a prominent figure in Indian politics, has been travelling to Baramati to attend a public meeting

Newslaundry

Ajit Pawar dies in plane crash, Maharashtra politics loses a key power centre

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar reportedly died in an aircraft accident on Tuesday morning while en route from Mumbai to Baramati. The crash also claimed the lives of four others travelling with him, including two pilots and members of his security detail.

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How Ajit Pawar became the comeback king of Maharashtra

In Maharashtra’s politics, one truth reigns supreme: it’s always too soon to write an obituary for a political party.

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Don't want to contest any more elections; Let New Gen come: Sharad Pawar

"I have fought elections 14 times, and will think if I should detach or not from my parliamentary position after my Rajya Sabha tenure completes," said Sharad Pawar. Must follow the story on Dynamite News:

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Devendra Fadnavis is villain of Maharashtra's politics: Sanjay Raut

Launching a scathing attack on Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut labelled Fadnavis' urge to relieve him from ministerial duties as a 'gimmick' and blamed him for BJP's abysmal performance in Maharashtra. Read the full report of Dynamite News

The Hindu

Ajit’s ‘absence’ from poll campaign sparks speculation of turmoil in NCP faction

Speculation swirls as NCP leader Ajit Pawar skips campaigning, fueling rumors of turmoil within the party.

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Tensions rule high in Maharashtra; man stabbed to death

2024 Lok Sabha polls: 11 keenly contested seats in Maharashtra witnessed a voter turnout of 61.44% in the third phase

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Ajit Pawar says he should have split away from Sharad Pawar in 2004 when NCP ceded CM post to Congress

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has said he should have parted ways with his uncle Sharad Pawar in 2004 itself when the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) gave up its claim

The Hindu

It is extremely loud and incredibly close in Baramati as ‘Pawar’s People’ battle it out for supremacy

As Sharad Pawar rattles sabres with his nephew, Ajit Pawar, for control of Baramati and the NCP, the paterfamilias of the Pawar clan and Maharashtra’s politics faces the toughest contest of his life.

The Hindu

Ajit Pawar downplays PM Modi’s ‘wandering spirit’ remark about senior Pawar

As campaigning intensifies in Baramati Lok Sabha constituency, the Pawar family faces sharp rhetoric ahead of elections.

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‘Not a family issue for me’: NCP’s Supriya Sule on battle for Pawar legacy, Baramati fight

Baramati is one of the most-watched seats in Maharashtra in the Lok Sabha election this year. The Pawar bastion – set to poll on May 7 – has turned into a battleground between the Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar factions.

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