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JPC members undertake 'One Nation One Election' study visit programme in Lucknow

The Joint Parliamentary Committee is studying the "One Nation, One Election" proposal in Lucknow. Officials and representatives are discussing the framework for simultaneous polls across India. Chairperson PP Chaudhary noted widespread support for the proposed governance reform. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Anil Desai confirmed his participation in these consultations. The…

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Sharad Pawar rules out split in NCP (SP) amid speculation of MPs contact with rival camp

Sharad Pawar expressed confidence in his party's unity, stating none of his MPs will defect, unlike Shiv Sena (UBT) where six MPs joined Eknath Shinde's faction. Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders met the Lok Sabha Speaker, urging him to hear them before acting on any party splits. Shinde welcomed the MPs,…

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Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs to meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Two Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs are scheduled to meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla today, seeking the disqualification of six party lawmakers who recently joined the Eknath Shinde-led faction. This move follows a significant split within Uddhav Thackeray's party. The meeting aims to address the defection under the Anti-Defection Law,…

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Aaditya Thackeray labels rebel UBT Sena MPs as "for sale", accuses them of prioritising "greed" over ideology

Aaditya Thackeray has strongly criticised rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs, accusing them of prioritising personal greed over their commitments and abandoning the ideologies they were elected on. He claims these lawmakers, backed by the MVA and INDIA bloc, have shamelessly sold their loyalty. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena (UBT) has issued show-cause…

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"There's no faction, only one Shiv Sena-led by Eknath Shinde": Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared there's now only one Shiv Sena, led by Eknath Shinde, during a rally in Kolhapur. He also participated in temple renovation ceremonies, highlighting a cultural revival. This statement comes as Shiv Sena (UBT) faces significant internal turmoil, with six of its nine Lok Sabha…

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Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs skip party meet, signalling switchover to Shinde camp

Six Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs missed a crucial party meeting. This move suggests a formal shift to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena is imminent. The absent MPs have reportedly signed a letter seeking a merger. Verification of signatures is underway. This development follows a whip issued by Shiv Sena…

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'No abusive language, this is how it's used in Maharashtra': Sanjay Raut amid row over his remarks against rebel UBT MPs

Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Wednesday defended his offensive language against the rebel MPs during a press interaction, saying that such expressions are part of "regular usage in Maharashtra" and asserting that he is aware of the appropriate language to be used in different contexts.

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Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Sanjay Raut, Anil Desai & Arvind Sawant meet Om Birla amid defection buzz, submit letter

Amid fears of a fresh split, three Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs met the Speaker, submitting a letter to preempt any claims by rebel MPs. This move follows allegations by Sanjay Raut that MPs are being lured with substantial sums to switch parties, fueling speculation about a potential breakaway…

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'Reason why MPs don't want to be with them': Maharashtra Minister Shirsat slams Sanjay Raut's abusive remarks

Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Shirsat on Wednesday slammed Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut over his recent use of abusive language toward party MPs suspected of switching sides, calling the conduct "insulting" and "not right."

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Shiv Sena (UBT) issues whip to MPs amid split speculation

Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders are projecting party unity amidst intense speculation about MPs potentially breaking away. Party officials state no MP has officially communicated plans to quit. A whip has been issued for all MPs to attend a parliamentary meeting. Leaders emphasize the party functions on a collective framework.

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'All 9 MPs united, no issue': Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders dismiss reports on 'Op Tiger' after Thackeray meeting

Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders have refuted rumors of internal rifts. They state all nine party Members of Parliament are united. A recent meeting with party chief Uddhav Thackeray saw both in-person and virtual attendance. Leaders clarified these are routine interactions, not necessitated by any crisis. Speculation about potential defections is…

The Economic Times

No clear winner in Sena vs Sena battle. Over to assembly polls now

Dance, firecrackers, sloganeering, gulaal, and dime a dozen media interviews – Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena Bhavan in Mumbai’s Dadar was a sight to behold today, even early in the afternoon, before leads were cemented.

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INDIA bloc leaders arrive in New Delhi to meet today to discuss post poll strategy

The meeting will take place at the official residence of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Maharashtra: Shiv Sena (UBT) releases 1st list of candidates; fields Anil Desai from Mumbai South

The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Wednesday released its first list of candidates in Maharashtra for the ensuing Lok Sabha elections. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Former Union Ministers, father-son rivalry, wrestler: Shiv Sena (UBT) first list of candidates covers all; Congress objects

Shiv Sena (UBT) releases first list of Lok Sabha candidates in Mumbai, with Congress-NCP seat-sharing tussle ongoing.

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ED summons alleged aide of UBT Sena leader Anil Desai in money laundering case

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) summoned Dinesh Bobhate, an alleged aide of Shiv Sena (UBT) faction leader Anil Desai, in a money laundering case. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena writes to ECI, objects to BJP’s free pilgrimage promise

Speaking to reporters in Mumbai, Mr. Thackeray said that during the Karnataka Assembly election held in May this year, PM Modi had similarly sought votes along religious lines, asking people to chant ‘Victory to Bajrang Bali’ before casting their votes.

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Shiv Sena (UBT) expands party executive in organizational restructuring

MUMBAI: In a move signaling an organizational overhaul, the Shiv Sena (UBT) initiated changes by expanding the party's executive body.

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"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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Party’s doors closed for Sena rebels, says Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut

The Maha Vikas Aghadi government will complete its tenure, asserts the Sena MP

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Maharashtra parties brace for council polls

Elections for ten seats in the upper house of the State legislature will be held on June 20

The Times of India

Shiv Sena's soft-spoken former Mumbai mayor & minister Sudhir Joshi no more

MUMBAI: Former mayor Sudhir Joshi, one of Balasaheb Thackeray's trusted lieutenants who took the Shiv Sena's message to the burgeoning Maharashtrian middle-class of the city five decades ago, passed away on Thursday. He was 82.

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