MAHARASHTRA
Beneficiaries of special assistance schemes to get money in account by 5th of every month: Ajit Pawar
Ajit Pawar ensures timely financial aid distribution for marginalized and economically weaker sections in Maharashtra, emphasizing accurate funds provision for special assistance schemes under the Eknath Shinde government.
Om Birla's comments on Emergency not apt, don't suit stature of Lok Sabha Speaker: Sharad Pawar
NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar criticised Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's reference to Emergency, stating it was inappropriate for his position. He questioned the budget sops announced by his nephew Ajit Pawar as a pre-election tactic. Pawar also commented on Rahul Gandhi as Leader of Opposition and criticized BJP's claims of a Congress-free India. He raised doubts about the state budget's credibility and expressed readiness for the upcoming assembly polls.
BJP starts early for assembly elections with plans to announce candidates early
Sources said t the BJP is also looking to take some populist measures -- like it took in Haryana, where the BJP government revised the creamy layer limit of OBCs to ₹8 lakh from ₹6 lakh, raised backwards reservation in group A and group B jobs in the state to 27% from 15%.
Fadnavis-Uddhav chance elevator encounter 'lifts' political temperature in Maharashtra
After the Lok Sabha polls, the Mahayuti alliance is strategizing for the upcoming assembly polls, focusing on a populist budget. With the MVA combine's strong performance, a challenging political landscape lies ahead for the ruling alliance in Maharashtra.
Unease in Mahayuti? NCP leader hints separate contesting in Maharashtra assembly elections
The Mahayuti alliance includes the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shiv Sena led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and the NCP led by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. "If each constituent adamantly insists on contesting 100 assembly seats in the upcoming state elections, then the parties will have to contest separately. With only 288 assembly seats available, being offered only 55 seats would be unacceptable for the party," said Mitkari, who is an MLC and NCP spokesperson.
Pro-tem Speaker schools SS(UBT) leader Nagesh Bapurao, asks to retake oath after initial flub
As the second session of the 18th Lok Sabha commenced on June 25, leaders took oath for Member of Parliament. While Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aashtikar Patil Nagesh Bapurao was taking the oath, a Pro-tem Speaker stopped him in between and asked him to retake t...
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Uddhav group won more Lok Sabha seats, but our strike rate was better, says Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde compared Maha Vikas Aghadi's 30 Lok Sabha wins to Mahayuti's similar vote share. He defended Shiv Sena's performance against criticism, highlighting developmental projects in Bhandara.
Chhagan Bhujbal using incendiary language to divide Marathas and OBCs: Quota activist Manoj Jarange
Quota activist Manoj Jarange accused Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal of inciting a rift between Marathas and OBCs, warning of potential riots. He declared determination to fight for Maratha reservation under the OBC category, with plans for further agitation after July 13 amid escalating tensions and community demands for inclusion.
Trouble brewing in Maharashtra Congress
Trouble brewing in Maharashtra Congress post Lok Sabha polls. 16 leaders seek meeting with Mallikarjun Kharge to discuss organisational framework and leadership change in Mumbai.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde vows to prevent caste tensions amid quota row
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde assured that the government will prevent caste tension amid Marathas and OBCs' reservations dispute. OBC activist Laxman Hake and others ended their fast after government intervention. An all-party meeting is planned in the upcoming monsoon session to address extending reservations to Maratha descendants with Kunbi caste certificates. The government is pro-farmer and denies making decisions against their interests, contrasting earlier accusations by Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
Seat-sharing talks for Maharashtra polls yet to begin in MVA; all are equal stakeholders: Sanjay Raut
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut stated that seat-sharing discussions among the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) allies for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly polls have not started yet. Raut emphasized that all parties within the MVA, including NCP (SP) and Congress, are equal stakeholders. He noted that despite the NCP (SP) having the highest strike rate in the Lok Sabha polls, the Shiv Sena (UBT) was heavily targeted by the opposition, which impacted its performance. Raut reassured that there will be ample seats for all parties to contest comfortably.
BJP holds marathon meeting to discuss strategy for Maharashtra assembly polls
The Maharashtra BJP unit met for a marathon session to plan strategy for the upcoming state assembly elections, focusing on campaign tactics and finalising plans during the five-hour meeting. With the state assembly elections expected in October, the BJP aims to recover from its decreased Lok Sabha seat count in Maharashtra. Core committee members, including Union Minister Piyush Goyal and state leaders, discussed the preliminary election blueprint during the meeting.
"Congress' long-term plan to create rift with help of lies": Maharashtra Dy CM on claims of Atal Setu cracks
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis dismissed allegations of structural danger to the Atal Setu as false claims by Congress. Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole had inspected cracks on the Mumbai-Trans Harbour Link, attributing them to corruption. Fadnavis clarified that the cracks were on an approach road, not the bridge itself, and were minor, requiring immediate repair. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) assured the public that the bridge is safe, and repair work would be completed within 24 hours without disrupting traffic.
Disclose MH-CET marks to students, give answer sheets to them, demands Aaditya Thackeray
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray called for transparency in the MH-CET engineering exams, demanding that students be shown their answer sheets and marks, and for toppers to be announced. He criticised the alleged irregularities in the exam, citing mistakes in papers and incorrect percentile calculations. Thackeray accused the government of jeopardising students' futures and questioned the conduct of the exam agency chief.
Piyush Goyal rejects speculations on change of leadership in Maharashtra BJP
Union Minister and senior BJP leader Piyush Goyal rejected speculations on a change of leadership in the party's Maharashtra unit following the party's dismal performance in the recent Lok Sabha elections.
NDA's Maha poor Lok Sabha show: NCP hits back at BJP for blaming Ajit Pawar; warns of taking 'different stand' on alliance
The blame game between BJP and NCP has escalated in Maharashtra after BJP members blamed Ajit Pawar's NCP alliance for their poor Lok Sabha election results. NCP leaders, including Amol Mitkari and Rupali Patil, have strongly refuted these claims, warning of reconsidering their alliance if the targeting continues. They criticized BJP's leaders for making divisive statements, suggesting it led to electoral setbacks rather than Ajit Pawar's influence.
No change in BJP's Maharashtra leadership and government, party makes it clear
Fadnavis accompanied Goyal when he was talking with reporters after a meeting at BJP headquarters over Maharashtra assembly polls. BJP is exploring the option of declaring candidates for Maharashtra, Haryana and Jharkhand polls, scheduled to be held later this year, before election panel announces dates, sources said.
BJP rules out change in Maharashtra leadership after poor performance in Lok Sabha polls
The meeting was attended by state BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule, senior leaders Sudhir Mungantiwar, Chandrakant Patil, Pankaja Munde and Vinod Tawde, among others. The BJP won nine seats in Maharashtra in the recent Lok Sabha elections, down from its 2019 tally of 23.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde holds meeting with Deputy CMs; BJP leaders head for review meet in Delhi
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde convened a late-night meeting with Deputy CMs Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, following which state BJP leaders travelled to Delhi for a review meeting amid the Mahayuti coalition's underwhelming performance in the recent Lok Sabha elections.
Congress ministers in Karnataka government getting ready for Maharashtra battle
Emboldened by the party's Lok Sabha performance, Congress leaders in Karnataka have now set their sights on winning assembly polls due in neighbouring Maharashtra in a few months. People in the know told ET that Karnataka ministers such as MB Patil, Satish Jarkiholi, Lakshmi Hebbalkar and others are likely to campaign for the party in the border districts of Maharashtra.
Pawar vs Pawar again in Baramati? Maharashtra may see another family feud with uncle vs nephew showdown
Maharashtra Politics NCP (SP) vs NCP: Baramati may soon see another Pawar vs. Pawar battle. Following the previous contest between Supriya Sule and Sunetra Pawar, there might be a new clash between Yugendra Pawar, son of Shriniwas Pawar, and his uncle Ajit Pawar, the sitting MLA from Baramati. A delegation recently urged NCP chief Sharad Pawar to field his grand-nephew Yugendra for the upcoming Assembly elections.
Sharad Pawar says taking control of Maharashtra is his endeavour; NCP (SP) must win assembly polls
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar aims to lead Maharashtra by winning state assembly polls. His party had success in the Lok Sabha elections, with daughter Supriya Sule winning Baramati. Pawar is rallying support for the upcoming polls, urging unity and promising to address people's concerns if elected.
MVA to begin alliance talks early, lay groundwork for Maharashtra polls
Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), comprising Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP (SCP), has decided to start discussions early for seat-sharing in the assembly elections in Maharashtra, due within four months. The All India Congress Committee has asked senior Maharashtra party leaders to come to New Delhi next week to review the Lok Sabha poll results and make early assessments about the assembly seats that Congress must contest.
Not surprised that Ajit Pawar-led NCP didn't get berth in Modi's new cabinet, says Sule
MP Supriya Sule expressed lack of surprise at the NCP's exclusion from PM Modi's new cabinet. She highlighted the party's historical roles in past governments and emphasized mutual respect in alliances. Sule called for a full loan waiver for farmers and criticized the BJP's treatment of allies. She hoped for stable governance and relief for struggling farmers.
Maharashtra MLC polls: Congress declares candidate from Konkan Graduates' constituency
The Congress on Wednesday announced Ramesh Keer as its candidate from the Konkan Graduates' constituency in Maharashtra for the legislative council elections scheduled on June 26. The biennial elections to four state legislative council seats- Mumbai Graduates, Konkan Graduates, Mumbai Teachers and Nashik Teachers - became necessary as the terms of sitting members are expiring in July.
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