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DARK SECRETS: 5 - The Real Truth

The reluctant Sainik: The rise and fall of Uddhav Thackeray

The detractors of the former Maharashtra chief minister say he followed ‘aristocratic’ politics and was out of touch with the grassroots

The Hindu

Shiv Sena | The Maratha tiger in its labyrinth

With a revolt toppling his government, Uddhav Thackeray faces a legitimacy crisis as he struggles to retain his hold over the party rank and file

The Hindu

How Shiv Sainiks see Eknath Sinde’s elevation as chief minister

In the morning on June 30, as the monsoon rains pounded Mumbai, journalists and TV vans swarmed outside Sagar Bungalow, the home of BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis in Malabar Hills. They were anticipating the arrival of Eknath Shinde, the rebel leader who split Shiv Sena and pulled down Uddhav Thackeray’s…

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Making Shinde Maharashtra CM is BJP’s ploy to wrest Mumbai from Sena: Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena has ruled the cash-rich Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for over two decades

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

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.

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Uddhav Thackeray questions rationale for BJP’s alliance with Shiv Sena faction

‘Why didn’t BJP accept a similar proposal in 2019?’

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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 twist: Why BJP said no to CM and Devendra Fadnavis yes to deputy CM

MUMBAI: A triumphant Eknath Shinde arrived for the swearing-in ceremony with his infant grandson in his arms and took oath after invoking Sena founder Bal Thackeray and his mentor Anand Dighe. By contrast, Devendra Fadnavis looked visibly uncomfortable.

The Times of India

Eknath Shinde is Maharashtra Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis his deputy

The vote of confidence of the new government will be held on July 2

The Hindu

Maharashtra crisis: India’s richest state falls into chaos as chief minister resigns

Uddhav Thackeray had recently emerged as one of the most vocal critics of prime minister Narendra Modi, the BJP and its Hindu nationalist agenda

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Eknath Shinde says he has support of 50 MLAs

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

The Hindu

Had BJP kept its promise, Uddhav Thackeray himself would have nominated Eknath Shinde as Maharashtra CM, says Sanjay Raut

The Sena MP claims that a section of rebel MLAs want to return; Maharashtra BJP chief denies knowledge of secret meeting between Eknath Shinde, Amit Shah and Devendra Fadnavis.

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‘Every MLA thinks CM Uddhav Thackeray is a good man…but where’s the result?

MUMBAI: Rebel Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Shirsat’s allegations that the chief minister remained unavailable to legislators and was flanked by a coterie that cut off access to him has put the focus on the CM’s Office and its working over the last 2-3 years.

The Hindu

Shiv Sena leadership to meet on June 25; 16 rebel MLAs to be given notice

NCP, Congress affirm support for Uddhav Thackeray; Exnath Shinde group says 50 legislators with it

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‘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…

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Had warned Eknath Shinde of BJP’s use and throw policy, Uddhav tells party workers

He also dared the rebel MLAs to attempt to survive politically without the name of his father and party founder Bal Thackeray

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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

History repeats for Sena, as MLA’s letter accuse coterie around Thackeray

Sanjay Shirsat, the Shiv Sena MLA, alleged that Uddhav’s coterie did not him and other MLAs to meet the CM

The Hindu

In 56 years, Shiv Sena faces fourth rebellion, first under Uddhav's watch

Eknath Shinde becomes the latest leader to join the list Shiv Sena rebels

The Hindu

MVA wobbles as Sena Minister, MLAs camp in Surat

Eknath Shinde wants Shiv Sena to cut ties with the MVA and join hands with the BJP again

The Hindu

Maharashtra political turmoil | BJP had no hand in Shinde’s rebellion, says Chandrakant Patil

BJP Maharashtra chief says his party is in in ‘wait and watch’ mode

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 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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