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Om Birla clears merger of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs with Shinde-led Sena

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla approved the merger of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs. These parliamentarians now formally join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in the Lok Sabha. This development strengthens the Shinde faction's presence in the Lower House. It marks another setback for the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT).…

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MVA leaders slam Centre over handling of Wangchuk's protest; call it suppression of dissent

Opposition leaders criticised the Centre's handling of Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. They called the action irresponsible and shameful, amounting to suppressing democratic dissent. Delhi Police moved Wangchuk to a hospital after his health deteriorated on the 21st day. Leaders stated the protest would continue regardless of actions taken against the…

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May rethink over Delimitation Bill if Opposition's amendments incorporated: Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut stated opposition to the Delimitation Bill. He indicated potential support if amendments are incorporated by the government. Raut also addressed allegations of embezzlement at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. He questioned Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding temple donation theft. Concerns were also raised…

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Eknath Shinde seeking approval for 'stolen property': Sanjay Raut slams Dy CM's meeting with Amit Shah

Sanjay Raut attacked the Eknath Shinde government, calling its actions stolen property. He also criticized the BJP for demanding prayers while ignoring temple fund allegations. Raut dismissed reports of MVA rifts and potential defections as deliberate rumors. He defended Jayant Patil's meeting with the Chief Minister regarding a local issue.

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Who Is Sonam Wangchuk? The Man Behind The Hunger Strike Gripping India

Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite hunger strike in New Delhi highlights alleged irregularities in India's education system as he demands government accountability.

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Merger row deepens as Uddhav Sena warns rebel MPs

Shiv Sena (UBT) formally warned its Lok Sabha members about claiming a merger. The party stated no merger was authorized with the Eknath Shinde faction. These MPs were elected on the Shiv Sena (UBT) symbol and mandate. Constitutional provisions do not permit legislators to independently effect a merger. The party…

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CJP protest day 25: Sonam Wangchuk in 'immense pain', refuses to end fast without dialogue

Activist Sonam Wangchuk persists with his hunger strike, now on its seventeenth day. He has lost significant muscle mass and endures immense pain during the protest. Other activists also continue their fast while facing health concerns and hospitalisations. Political leaders have expressed concern and offered support for the ongoing demonstrations.

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Uddhav Thackeray backs CJP and Sonam Wangchuk's protest, urges activist to end fast

Uddhav Thackeray supports the Cockroach Janta Party's protest regarding exam irregularities. He urged Rahul Gandhi to also back the ongoing agitation at Jantar Mantar. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike, which has impacted his health. The Shiv Sena (UBT) will stage a protest in Maharashtra to…

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Pawar's meeting in Shinde's office sparks tension, war of words between allies Sena (UBT), NCP (SP)

Sharad Pawar's meeting in Eknath Shinde's office has caused a rift between opposition allies. Shiv Sena (UBT) expressed hurt and questioned the senior leader's credibility. NCP (SP) countered, accusing Shiv Sena (UBT) of double standards and weak alliance foundations. Pawar met his party MLAs in Shinde's office after attending a…

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Ayodhya temple donations row: Uddhav Thackeray announces ‘Ram Raksha’ protest in Maharashtra from July 5

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has announced a statewide "Ram Raksha" protest starting July 5, alleging embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple. He urged citizens to join the agitation and hold the BJP accountable for alleged "loot in the name of Hindutva." The campaign begins Sunday with…

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I don't have wings, so no question of anybody clipping them: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis, asserts support of BJP leaders

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis dismissed Uddhav Thackeray's "Operation Devendra" remarks, stating he has the backing of the state's people and senior BJP leaders, making him unassailable. He also downplayed the political stir caused by their coincidental travel on the same flight, calling the speculation a "mad market." Fadnavis emphasized…

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Uddhav's ego destroying Shiv Sena (UBT): Minister Shirsat

Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Shirsat criticized Uddhav Thackeray's recent constituency visits as a superficial attempt for media attention, accusing the Shiv Sena (UBT) chief's ego of harming his party. Shirsat dismissed Thackeray's claims that rebel MPs won solely due to him, citing the party's electoral losses as evidence of leadership failure…

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Sena minister claims 14 (UBT) MLAs set to join Shinde; Uday Samant denies 'operation tiger'

Shiv Sena minister Gulabrao Patil's claim of 'Operation Tiger 3.0' and 14 UBT MLAs joining Eknath Shinde's faction has been met with contradiction from another minister, Uday Samant. While Samant acknowledged interest from MVA MLAs, he specifically mentioned Congress MLA Vijay Wadettiwar, who vehemently denied the suggestion. Samant defended potential…

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Shiv Sena strong despite split, Aaditya has capability to lead: Uddhav Thackeray

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut asserted the party's resilience despite recent defections, attributing the exodus to greed for power and money. He expressed confidence in Aaditya Thackeray's leadership potential, stating the younger generation must take command. Raut challenged the defecting MPs to face public scrutiny, claiming the party cadre…

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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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'Operation Tiger is complete,' says Shinde as 6 Uddhav MPs join his Sena; calls them Dhurandhar

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde declared 'Operation Tiger' complete as six rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha members officially joined the ruling Shiv Sena. This move formalizes another split in Uddhav Thackeray's faction. Shinde hailed the defectors as 'stalwarts' and stated the Shiv Sena is now the second-largest party…

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Sena vs Sena: Six rebel MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's faction join ruling Shiv Sena in Eknath Shinde's presence

Maharashtra's political landscape is in flux as six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs defected to the Eknath Shinde faction, intensifying uncertainty for Uddhav Thackeray. Amidst this, Thackeray convened a party meeting to strategize for upcoming political developments and legislative matters. Meanwhile, Aaditya Thackeray sharply criticized the BJP government's handling of national…

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Aaditya Thackeray slams Sena (UBT) rebels, says they abandoned poll mandate for 'greed'

Aaditya Thackeray has strongly criticized Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs who have switched allegiance, asserting that voters in their constituencies rejected the NDA and supported the INDIA bloc. He accused the defectors of abandoning the mandate due to "greed" and putting their loyalty "up for sale." This move, with six out…

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"Didn't leave out of grievance, but lack of trust shown after June 18 meeting": Shiv Sena (UBT) rebel MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar

Shiv Sena (UBT) rebel MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar, on Monday, confirmed his decision to leave the party, while stating that he has no grievances with party chief Uddhav Thackeray.

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Operation Tiger turns real: Two Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs confirm switch to Shinde-led Shiv Sena

Two Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs, Nagesh Patil Ashtikar and Omprakash Raje Nimbalkar, have defected to the Eknath Shinde-led faction, citing a lack of development funds and Uddhav Thackeray's absence during local polls. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declared 'Operation Tiger' successful, while Shinde vowed to complete his missions. Thackeray,…

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Sena (UBT) crisis: Operation successful, says Fadnavis; I never leave operations incomplete, asserts Shinde

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis declared "Operation Tiger" successful, indicating defections from the Shiv Sena (UBT) to the Eknath Shinde-led faction. Deputy CM Shinde affirmed his commitment to completing operations. Fadnavis emphasized Shinde's leadership as carrying forward Balasaheb Thackeray's true ideology, urging Uddhav Thackeray to introspect. He also clarified adjustments…

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Osmanabad MP Nimbalkar crosses over to Shinde-led Shiv Sena in another UBT setback

Another blow hits Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena as Osmanabad MP Omprakash Raje Nimbalkar switches allegiance to Eknath Shinde's faction. This move follows Hingoli MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar's recent defection, signaling a growing trend of UBT MPs joining the ruling camp. Concerns over constituency development and internal party tensions are cited…

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Uddhav camp MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar confirms crossover to ruling Sena: 'Fund crunch for constituency, caustic remarks'

Rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar has officially joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, citing a lack of development funds and the inability to get party workers' tasks done as primary reasons. Ashtikar stated that remarks made against him and other MPs after June 18 prompted the decision,…

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Some dissident MPs scared of public anger, in touch with Sena (UBT): Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut claims dissident MPs are in touch due to fear of public backlash, with talks ongoing with at least two. He criticizes Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Shiv Sena factions, asserting Uddhav Thackeray leads the true party. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Minister Girish Mahajan taunts…

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