The Latest Breaking News from Eknath Shinde

After Sena turncoat’s threat to journalists, Eknath Shinde seeks apology

Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Dina Patil is facing criticism after he allegedly threatened TV journalists during a press interaction in Mumbai on Thursday. The episode has prompted Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to urge Patil to apologise, while Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis warned that anyone making threats would face consequences.

Newslaundry · Jun 26

NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule alleges 'political manipulation' ahead of 2029 elections, raises concern on Operation Tiger

Nationalist Congress Party MP Supriya Sule expressed grave concerns, stating democracy is "on the verge of ending" as parties are being fractured ahead of the 2029 elections. She alleged political manipulation is breaking families apart for electoral gains and voiced skepticism about justice from Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla regarding…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

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,…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

Shiv Sena (UBT) expels rebel MP Nagesh Bapurao Patil Ashtikar’s son for anti party activities

Shiv Sena (UBT) has expelled Krishna Nagesh Patil, son of rebel MP Nagesh Bapurao Patil Ashtikar, for alleged anti-party activities. This follows Maharashtra Minister Pratap Sarnaik's claim that six UBT Sena MPs are set to join the Eknath Shinde-led faction, significantly boosting their parliamentary strength. The defecting MPs have reportedly…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

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…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

Maharashtra MLC polls: Rebel nominee defeats Sena in Nashik, BJP wins in Nanded, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Rebel BJP candidate Gokul Gite secured a surprise victory in the Nashik legislative council polls, defeating the ruling Shiv Sena nominee. BJP candidates also triumphed in Nanded, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar-Jalna, and Dharashiv-Latur-Beed constituencies. While six Mahayuti alliance candidates won unopposed, Gite's win in Nashik has raised questions, with Shiv Sena expressing…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

Aaditya Thackeray labels rebel UBT Sena MPs as "for sale", accuses them of prioritising "greed" over ideology

Aaditya Thackeray has strongly criticised rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs, accusing them of prioritising personal greed over their commitments and abandoning the ideologies they were elected on. He claims these lawmakers, backed by the MVA and INDIA bloc, have shamelessly sold their loyalty. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena (UBT) has issued show-cause…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

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,…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

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…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

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…

The Economic Times · Jun 21