Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde alleged donation irregularities at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple during the previous MVA government, countering opposition criticism over the Ram Temple donation case. Former chairman Aadesh Bandekar denied the claims.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde alleged donation irregularities at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple during the previous MVA government, countering opposition criticism over the Ram Temple donation case. Former chairman Aadesh Bandekar denied the claims, demanding a fair inquiry.
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar's visits to Vidhan Bhavan, including a meeting with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde and Congress leader Arif Naseem Khan, have fueled speculation about potential realignments in Maharashtra's political landscape, particularly regarding Pawar's party and the INDIA alliance.
Uddhav Thackeray accuses Eknath Shinde of buying loyalty with Rs 50 crore, questioning the new 'rate' for MPs after 6 Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs joined Shinde's faction.
Shiv Sena minister Gulabrao Patil claimed "Operation Tiger 3.0" began to bring 14 Shiv Sena (UBT) MLAs to Eknath Shinde's faction, a claim contradicted by minister Uday Samant. Uddhav Thackeray toured constituencies of rebel MPs, while a Congress MLA denied defection rumors.
Shiv Sena minister Gulabrao Patil claims "Operation Tiger 3.0" will see 14 Shiv Sena (UBT) MLAs join Eknath Shinde's party, a claim contradicted by minister Uday Samant. Uddhav Thackeray tours rebel constituencies as Congress MLA Vijay Wadettiwar denies defection rumors.
Six MPs have switched allegiance from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena to Eknath Shinde's faction, strengthening the BJP-led NDA coalition. Shinde hailed the move as 'Operation Tiger' completion, while Thackeray's camp labeled the defectors 'traitors'. This follows similar defections in other parties and highlights the challenges posed by the anti-defection law.
Six rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) Members of Parliament formally joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in Mumbai on Monday, increasing Shinde's Lok Sabha numbers to 13 and reducing Uddhav Thackeray's faction to 3 MPs. Shinde welcomed them, calling it 'Operation Tiger' and the second phase of his 2022 rebellion.
Six Lok Sabha MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) faction have joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, reducing Thackeray's party strength to three MPs and giving the breakaway group a two-thirds majority to avoid disqualification. MPs cited development issues in their constituencies as reasons for the defection.
Six Lok Sabha MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) faction have officially joined Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, completing 'Operation Tiger'. Deputy CM Shinde declared the move, stating his party is now Maharashtra's second-largest by MP count.
Six rebel Lok Sabha MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) have officially joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. The move, dubbed "Operation Tiger" by Shinde, reduces Sena (UBT)'s strength to three MPs and increases Shiv Sena's strength to 13.
Six Lok Sabha MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) faction are set to officially join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena on Monday afternoon. This move will increase Shinde's party's strength in the Lok Sabha from seven to 13 members. The rebel MPs cite ideological differences and proximity to Congress as reasons for their defection.
Congress leader Pawan Khera criticized the BJP's "Operation Tiger," which saw six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs join Eknath Shinde's faction, calling it "Operation Keechad" and questioning the BJP's motives behind weakening opposition parties.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray criticized rebel MPs for betraying voters' mandate and selling loyalty amid a party split. Six of nine Lok Sabha members are set to join Eknath Shinde's faction, deepening the internal crisis.
Dharashiv MP Omraje Nimbalkar announced his departure from Shiv Sena (UBT) to join Eknath Shinde's faction, citing local election defeats and the advantage of being in government. He also mentioned discussions with Amit Shah regarding a CBI appeal in his father's murder case.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Omraje Nimbalkar announced his departure from the party to join Eknath Shinde's faction, citing local election defeats and the advantage of being in government. He stated his decision was facilitated by discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding a CBI appeal in his father's murder case.
Osmanabad MP Omprakash Raje Nimbalkar has switched to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena faction, marking another blow to Uddhav Thackeray's party. This follows Hingoli MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar's defection, amid concerns over constituency development and internal party tensions.
Rebel MP Omraje Nimbalkar announced his decision to join Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, citing the need to be in power for constituency development. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis confirmed the move, calling it a 'successful operation'. Nimbalkar's exit is a significant blow to Uddhav Thackeray's party.
Rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar has joined Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, citing lack of development funds and inability to get party workers' tasks done. Ashtikar stated remarks made against him and other MPs after June 18 prompted the decision, clarifying he was not upset with Uddhav Thackeray but with specific comments from Sanjay Raut.
Nagesh Ashtikar, a Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, has joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, citing a lack of development funds and "certain remarks" made by a senior party leader. Ashtikar stated that he needs financial resources to serve his constituency and that the Rs 5 crore MPLADS fund is insufficient.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that only one Shiv Sena, led by Eknath Shinde, now exists. This declaration was made during a rally in Kolhapur, amidst internal turmoil within the Shiv Sena (UBT) faction, which saw six of its Lok Sabha MPs absent from a key meeting.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, calling him a "dishonest leader" who betrayed his party. Raut dismissed Shinde's "trailer" remark about party defections, warning that such leaders lose public favor when their power wanes.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut shared a cryptic social media post calling some people "dogs" but not loyal, amid speculation that six of the party's nine Lok Sabha MPs might defect to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. This follows a similar jibe by Eknath Shinde and Raut's announcement of action against the absent MPs.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde hinted at further defections from Shiv Sena UBT, stating "This is just a trailer. Picture abhi baki hai." He mocked Shiv Sena UBT leaders and referred to the rebel MPs' move as 'Op Tiger', while downplaying 'Op Tudva'. Shinde claimed his party has grown from 40 MLAs to 60.
