One year of Basavaraj Bommai regime: A sharp turn to the right Contrary to expectations, Bommai-led government has seen Hindutva forces growing louder and stronger The Hindu · Jul 27, 2022
Harmony in society has taken a hit: Siddaramaiah At book release programme, former CM also takes a dig at Hindutva The Hindu · Jul 23, 2022
The ‘saint’ and the ‘sinner’ While the RSS pracharak has to live by a harsh moral code, the BJP politician is untethered to any such morality The Hindu · Jul 17, 2022
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 · Jul 15, 2022
Bajrang Dal activist assaulted in Shivamogga It is said that Kantaraju was targeted for his involvement with Hindutva organisations The Hindu · Jul 12, 2022
India has a history of diverse cultures, says Satchidanandan ‘Existence of many religions not a threat to national unity’ The Hindu · Jul 10, 2022
Eshwarappa says Shiv Sena MLAs breaking away to join hands with BJP is justified KALABURAGI The Hindu · Jul 5, 2022
Taming the tiger: On change of guard in Maharashtra BJP deflected attention from the defection by allowing Shinde retain Sena identity The Hindu · Jul 1, 2022
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. Al Jazeera · Jul 1, 2022
First time a govt fell due to Hindutva: Madhya Pradesh minister Narottam Mishra on Maharashtra political crisis BHOPAL: The Sena rebels have been “saffronised”, Madhya Pradesh home minister Narottam Mishra remarked on Thursday even as MP agriculture minister Kamal Patel tweeted that the Uddhav Thackeray government fell because it “insulted women power”, alleging that Kangana Ranaut was “targeted” by the erstwhile Shiv Sena government. The Times of India · Jul 1, 2022
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 · Jun 30, 2022
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 · Jun 30, 2022
Maharashtra: BJP core committee meeting underway in Mumbai to discuss Maha govt formation A meeting of the BJP core committee is underway at Sagar Bungalow, the residence of former Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis in Mumbai to further deliberate on the strategy for the course of action following Uddhav Thackeray's resignation as the Chief Minister on Wednesday. Dynamite News · Jun 30, 2022
Eknath Shinde says he has support of 50 MLAs ‘We are doing this to preserve Hindutva,’ says rebel camp The Hindu · Jun 28, 2022
The Hindu · Jun 27, 2022 Sanjay Raut out to finish off Shiv Sena on orders of NCP chief, says rebel MLA This is not a rebellion but a fight for Shiv Sena’s self-esteem, says Deepak Kesarkar
Newslaundry · Jun 25, 2022 TV Newsance 176: The data on job debates Studio Veers don't want you to see The political twists and turns in Maharashtra dominated the news this week. Republic reporters chased after news, literally, while big boss Arnab Goswami had some advice on Hindutva for Shiv Sena supremo Uddhav Thackeray. As allegations of horse-trading, ED raids and even kidnapping flew thick and fast, anchors at Aaj…
Newslaundry · Jun 24, 2022 ‘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 · Jun 23, 2022 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
The Hindu · Jun 23, 2022 Rebel Sena leader Shinde says he has support of a ‘national party’ Pawar says they have to prove majority, but no BJP leader can guide them in it; rebel group claims to have sent letter to Deputy Speaker with the signatures of 42 MLAs
The Times of India · Jun 23, 2022 Maharashtra: Will be happy if a Sainik becomes CM, says Uddhav Thackeray MUMBAI: Embattled CM Uddhav Thackeray made an emotional appeal to the rebel faction in the party, saying he was willing to step down from both the posts of chief minister and Shiv Sena chief if they came and told him to go.
The Hindu · Jun 22, 2022 Uddhav Thackeray fights to keep control over Shiv Sena Rebel group, now in Assam, firm on its demand that the Sena should quit the MVA; Mr. Thackeray moves from the Chief Minister’s official residence in south Mumbai to his family’s Matoshri bungalow in suburban Bandra
The Times of India · Jun 22, 2022 Uddhav Thackerey on Maharashtra impasse: Will quit if my MLAs say I should not be CM MUMBAI: Amid the ongoing political crisis in Maharashtra, chief minister Uddhav Thackerey on Tuesday said that he "doesn't yearn for the chair" which came as a "surprise", adding "If my own people do not want me as chief minister, they should come and tell me. I will resign the next…
The Times of India · Jun 22, 2022 Uddhav Thackeray on Maharashtra impasse: Will quit if my MLAs say I should not be CM MUMBAI: Amid the ongoing political crisis in Maharashtra, chief minister Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday said that he "doesn't yearn for the chair" which came as a "surprise", adding "If my own people do not want me as chief minister, they should come and tell me. I will resign the next…
The Hindu · Jun 20, 2022 Shiv Sena rattles sabres with BJP, says Bal Thackeray is the ‘Father of Hindutva’ On party’s Foundation Day, Uddhav Thackeray lambasts Centre’s Agnipath scheme as a ‘mirage’
The Times of India · Jun 19, 2022 Maharashtra MLC polls: CM Uddhav Thackeray rules out chances of cross-voting, says there won't be split in Shiv Sena-led MVA MUMBAI: Maharashtra chief minister and Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday said the state Legislative Council elections to be held on Monday will show that there will be no split in his party-led Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and ruled out chances of cross-voting.