The Supreme Court issued notices to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and others on a plea by the Uddhav Thackeray faction, challenging the recognition of six Shiv Sena MPs' merger with the Eknath Shinde-led party, posting the matter for hearing in two weeks.
Two doctors resigned from a civic-run hospital in Dombivli after allegedly being assaulted by Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre. The incident has sparked outrage and protests among healthcare professionals demanding better security.
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre was arrested for assaulting two doctors at a civic hospital in Thane, Maharashtra. Hospital staff protested the attack and demanded his disqualification, while Mhatre was admitted to the ICU for chest pain.
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre was arrested in Thane for allegedly assaulting doctors and hospital staff at Shastri Nagar Hospital. The incident, which sparked protests from the medical fraternity, occurred after a newborn's family became agitated.
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre was arrested in Thane for assaulting doctors and hospital staff after they advised shifting a newborn. A viral video of the incident led to widespread protests and a case registered against Mhatre and five others. The Shiv Sena has initiated disciplinary proceedings against the corporator.
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre expressed regret over an altercation at a civic-run hospital in Dombivli, denying allegations of assaulting a female doctor. He attributed the CCTV footage impression to camera angle and stated he tapped the doctor's hand, not raised it against her.
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray criticized BJP for exploiting the Ram Mandir for political gain, amidst an alleged donation embezzlement case, and accused them of betraying Hindutva ideology.
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's claim of 'Operation Tiger 3.0' and 14 UBT MLAs joining Eknath Shinde's faction was contradicted by minister Uday Samant. While Samant admitted MVA MLAs' interest, Congress MLA Vijay Wadettiwar denied any plans to switch parties. Samant defended potential defections as a constitutional right.
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.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut alleged a 4 kg silver brick and ₹1 crore+ donation for Ayodhya's Ram Mandir are missing, demanding an investigation. This follows reports of ₹25 crore embezzlement, which the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust denies. Uddhav Thackeray plans to visit Ayodhya to address the issue.
Shiv Sena Rajya Sabha MP Jyoti Waghmare has approached the National Commission for Women (NCW) against UBT Sena MP Sanjay Raut, seeking a criminal case for his alleged continuous use of abusive language and public insult of women representatives over four years.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut demanded an investigation into a missing 4-kg silver brick and Rs 1 crore donated by Uddhav Thackeray for the Ram Mandir. This comes amid an ongoing probe into alleged embezzlement of donations, leading to eight arrests.
Maharashtra minister Uday Samant hinted at more defections from Shiv Sena (UBT), stating "political explosions" are coming after six Lok Sabha MPs joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. The "next mission" will target the BMC and Shiv Sena (UBT) MLAs.
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.
The Mahayuti alliance secured a landslide victory in the Maharashtra Legislative Council elections, winning 16 out of 17 declared seats. The BJP was the largest gainer with 11 seats, followed by Shiv Sena (3) and NCP (2). An independent BJP rebel won the sole non-alliance seat in Nashik.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar confirmed his decision to leave the party, citing a "lack of trust" and "harsh language" used against him and other rebel MPs after they skipped a parliamentary meeting. He also mentioned insufficient development funds for his Hingoli constituency as a reason. Ashtikar stated he has no personal grievances with party chief Uddhav Thackeray.
BJP rebel Gokul Gite defeated ruling Shiv Sena nominee Narendra Darade in the Nashik legislative council election, securing 357 votes to Darade's 248. The upset highlights internal party dynamics and challenges to established alliances.
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.
