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Tensions escalate in Kalyan Lok Sabha as Shinde faction projects future MLA, BJP faces internal strife

KALYAN: In the Kalyan Lok Sabha constituency, frequent clashes occur among leaders of the BJP and Shiv Sena (Shinde faction). Local BJP leaders often confront Dr. Shrikant Shinde, the MP and son of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, in Kalyan Lok Sabha. Simultaneously, it appears that supporters of the Shinde group…

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Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde commends BJP’s election triumph as testament to Modi’s welfare initiatives

CM Shinde hails BJP's win in 5 States as recognition of PM Modi's welfare initiatives; inspects cleanliness drive in Mumbai; Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Raut calls it a "drama".

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Will review cases, police only used ‘mild force’ in Jalna against Maratha reservation protestors, says Fadnavis

Maharashtra Deputy CM Fadnavis says govt to review cases against Maratha quota protesters, take appropriate action. 79 police personnel & 50 persons injured in fracas. Govt to review cases instead of blanket withdrawal demanded by Jarange-Patil. Govt given Dec 24 deadline to grant Maratha quota.

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BJP’s Pankaja Munde shares dais with estranged cousin Dhananjay Munde, Minister and NCP leader, at govt. event in Maharashtra

BJP's Pankaja Munde & estranged cousin Dhananjay Munde reconcile on stage in Pune. CM Shinde, Deputy CM Fadnavis & Ajit Pawar urge them to work together for Beed's development.

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Fadnavis will take oath as Maharashtra CM after 2024 Assembly election, says BJP State chief Bawankule

BJP State president Bawankule proclaims Fadnavis will take oath as Maharashtra CM after 2024 election; Pawar says such statements made to enthuse party cadres.

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Maratha quota: BJP Minister Girish Mahajan says blanket reservation ‘impossible’

Mahajan says blanket reservation for Marathas impossible; Jarange Patil warns of making viral clip of Mahajan's promise to grant quota. Mahajan stresses govt committed to giving foolproof quota, Jarange Patil exhorts govt to grant it by Dec 24 or face consequences.

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Poll results will have no impact on INDIA alliance, says Pawar

NCP chief Sharad Pawar says INDIA bloc's losses won't affect alliance; CM Shinde, Deputy CM Ajit Pawar & BJP leader Fadnavis say PM Modi's charisma remains intact; Fadnavis predicts BJP will sweep 2024 polls.

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Raj Thackeray meets Maharashtra CM on toll, Marathi signboard issues

MNS chief Raj Thackeray met CM Eknath Shinde to discuss Marathi signboards and toll collection. The meeting was held at Varsha, the CM's residence. MNS had protested in Pune over shops not having signboards in Marathi, leading to a case being registered against party leaders.

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Won’t heed anyone’s advice as I believe I’m on the right track, says Chhagan Bhujbal

Chhagan Bhujbal, NCP leader and Maharashtra Minister, sparks controversy with his comments on Maratha reservation issue and against pro-quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil. He believes Marathas should get a separate quota instead of eating into OBC's share. He calls Jarange Patil 'immature, illiterate, and arrogant' for threatening government

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Maratha quota demand | Maharashtra’s winter of caste discontent

The Maratha demand for reservation in government jobs and education is on the boil once again, led by a man from the arid Marathwada region, Manoj Jarange-Patil.

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Mumbai’s former mayor Datta Dalvi released on bail

Shiv Sena leader and former Mumbai mayor Datta Dalvi granted bail by Mulund Court after two days of arrest for allegedly making objectionable remarks against Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde

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Maharashtra Winter Session: Jarange Patil demands extension to deliberate on Maratha quota issue

Jarange Patil also indicated a willingness to extend the December 24 ‘ultimatum’ he had issued to the Shinde government

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Ex-Mumbai mayor Datta Dalvi held for 'objectionable' remarks against CM Shinde; gets judicial remand

Mumbai police arrest former mayor Datta Dalvi for allegedly making objectionable remarks against CM Shinde. Court remands him in 14-day judicial custody. Accused seeks bail, claiming innocence. Police booked him under IPC sections, including 153 (a) & (b), 294 & 504. Court denies police custody, hears bail plea. Accused claims…

The Hindu

High-voltage electioneering in Telangana ends with final shots of accusations and allegations by all parties

Campaigning for Telangana elections ends with high-decibel rallies, roadshows & public meetings. Top leaders of all parties crisscrossed the State, making last-ditch efforts to woo voters. KCR led BRS attack, Revanth Reddy of Congress urged people to liberate Telangana from KCR's clutches. PM Modi, Eknath Shinde, Devendra Phadnavis & Rahul…

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Thackeray slams CM Shinde’s poll campaigning in Telangana amid Maharashtra’s farmer crisis

UBT slams Eknath Shinde for prioritising Telangana poll campaigning over addressing losses faced by farmers in Maharashtra due to unseasonal rains. He calls for immediate cabinet meeting to provide assistance to affected farmers and questions effectiveness of CM campaigning in another State. He also targets BJP for distributing 'revdis' in…

The Times of India

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde has five star farm, he has left his house to clean other's homes: Uddhav Thackeray

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday slammed Chief Minister Eknath Shinde over him campaigning in Telangana for the BJP when Maharashtra farmers are facing a crisis due to unseasonal rain and drought in some areas. Uddhav said the CM must seek information about the situation in the…

The Hindu

Fadnavis outlines approach to seat-sharing formula for 2024 Lok Sabha elections

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that discussions with allies would determine the seat-sharing formula for 2024 Lok Sabha elections

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Scrap Justice Shinde Committee on Maratha reservation: OBC leader Chhagan Bhujbal

Chhagan Bhujbal, a Maharashtra Minister and prominent OBC leader, demands govt. scrap Justice Shinde Committee to expedite Maratha quota process. He urges govt. to conduct caste-based survey like Bihar before including Marathas in OBC Kunbi category

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No discussions on seat sharing yet: Ajit Pawar

He said no discussions have taken place regarding seat sharing for the upcoming elections in Maharashtra.

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Schism within Maharashtra government over Jalna lathi-charge incident

Mahayuti govt in dissonance over Jalna lathi-charge incident; Shiv Sena Minister writes to CM Shinde demanding stay on reassignment of ex-Jalna SP Tushar Doshi to CID, Pune; Opposition pounces on letter, hinting at schism between Shinde & Fadnavis camps; Maratha quota activists & OBC leader divided on Doshi's reassignment.

The Times of India

Maharashtra: Shiv Sena (UBT) objects to posters calling CM Eknath Shinde 'Hinduhridaysamrat'

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena (UBT) has objected to chief minister Eknath Shinde being referred as Hinduhridaysamrat in a poster put up by a BJP candidate in Rajasthan to welcome him for the poll campaign. The title which means “King of Hindu hearts” was used to describe Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray.

The Hindu

Shinde govt. working towards reservation to Marathas, says Fadnavis

Maha Deputy CM Fadnavis assures Maratha community of foolproof quota; govt positive towards demands. He said CM Shinde has assured reservation & govt will allot land for Maratha Bhavan & hostel before next monsoon. Fadnavis urged all communities to respect each other & act like Warkaris. Jarange Patil said Fadnavis…

The Hindu

Pass a bill to grant quota to Marathas in winter session of Maharashtra legislature: Jarange to govt

Addressing a rally in Thane, the home turf of Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, he reminded the government of the December 24 deadline

The Hindu

Bonus for paddy crop to be announced in Winter Session of Maharashtra Legislature, says Shinde

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde announced bonus for paddy crop in Winter Session. He, along with Deputy CMs, attended a shaasan aplya daari programme. Mahayuti govt plans to bring 8-10k hectare of land under irrigation. Opposition MVA disputed claims of Mahayuti winning two-thirds of panchayat polls. Govt schemes like health care,…

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Key Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Advay Hiray detained in Bhopal

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Advay Hiray detained in Bhopal for alleged fraud of ₹30cr from Nashik District Central Cooperative Bank. Rejected plea for bail by Bombay High Court. Formerly with BJP, Hiray joined UBT soon after Eknath Shinde's intra-party revolt.

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