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The Latest Breaking News from Bal Thackeray

Uddhav Thackeray was ready to ally with BJP, claims Eknath Shinde camp spokesperson

Deepak Kesarkar says Mr. Thackeray was planning to resign as CM in 2021.

The Hindu

Month after revolt, Eknath Shinde greets Uddhav on his birthday; refers to him as ‘ex-CM’ and not ‘Shiv Sena chief’

In Saamana interview, Uddhav lashes out at betrayal by Shinde camp, accuses BJP-led Centre of trying to divide Shiv Sena

The Hindu

Stop rousing Shiv Sena cadre against Shinde, rebel camp warns Uddhav faction

Says such actions would lead to a law and order situation in the State

The Hindu

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Amid crisis in Shiv Sena, Aaditya hits the streets to reconnect with cadre

While the Thackeray junior slams ‘illicit’ Shinde-Fadnavis govt., rebel leaders say their fight is based on Bal Thackeray’s ideals, not crass political gain

The Hindu

Shinde appoints new Sena national executive

Speculation rife about 12 Sena LS MPs deserting Uddhav camp

The Hindu

Uddhav camp spars with Shinde-Fadnavis government over renaming of Aurangabad, Osmanabad

While the BJP faction alleged that the MVA government had taken the decision to rename the cities in an illegal Cabinet meeting that was called after it had lost majority in the Assembly, the Uddhav faction alleged that the new government was just trying to delay the renaming decision of…

The Hindu

Decoding the rebellion in the Shiv Sena

Material factors may have played a key role, but the fact is that the Thackerays do face a challenge in reviving the party

The Hindu

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Eknath Shinde takes charge as Maharashtra CM at Mantralaya

Bal Thackeray, Anand Dighe’s photos in rebel Shiv Sena leader’s office

The Hindu

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…

Newslaundry

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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The Hindu

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

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

The Hindu

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

Eknath Shinde is Maharashtra Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis his deputy

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

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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

The Hindu

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.

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

Newslaundry

‘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…

The Hindu

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

The Hindu

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

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