Ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla approved the merger of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. The move raises the Shinde faction's strength in the Lok Sabha to 13 MPs, making it the largest NDA ally from Maharashtra and dealing a major setback to Uddhav Thackeray. The development comes amid the all-party meeting and speculation over key constitutional bills in the upcoming session.

Lok Sabha Speaker approves Shiv Sena UBT MPs' merger with Shinde Faction | Big NDA Boost

In a major political setback for Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT), six MPs have crossed over to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena faction. Welcoming the leaders, Shinde said they had joined the party that truly follows Balasaheb Thackeray's ideology. Drawing parallels with the 2022 rebellion that saw 40 MLAs back him, Shinde called this move the "second phase" of that political shift and described it as a "sixer" for his camp. Is Maharashtra politics heading for another big realignment?


Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Crossover to Eknath Shinde Faction in Maharashtra

A fresh political controversy has erupted within the Shiv Sena(UBT) camp after six MPs reportedly defied the party whip and skipped a crucial parliamentary party meeting. The move has intensified speculation over internal dissent and possible fractures within the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction. With Maharashtra politics already witnessing shifting alliances and power struggles, this development raises fresh questions about unity within the opposition bloc and the road ahead for the party in Parliament.

Shiv Sena(UBT) MPs Defy Party Whip, Skip Key Parliamentary Meeting

Fresh political uncertainty has emerged in Maharashtra amid reports of growing unrest within Uddhav Thackeray's faction. Speculation over a possible split has intensified as internal differences and leadership questions continue to dominate discussions. The developments could have major implications for Maharashtra politics and the balance of power ahead of future electoral battles in the state.

Maharashtra: Split Imminent In Uddhav Thackeray Faction? 

After nearly two decades of rivalry, Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray are set to announce a political alliance ahead of the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. The split between Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS had long divided Marathi-speaking voters in Mumbai, influencing past election outcomes. Analysts say their combined vote share could significantly impact key civic wards, though questions remain about whether the Thackeray name still holds sway over Mumbai voters.


Maharashtra politics: Uddhav, Raj appeal to Maratha mass ahead of Mumbai polls 

In Maharashtra's Baramati, a historic showdown awaits as the splintered National Congress Party (NCP) gears up for a unique 'Pawar vs Pawar' contest in Supriya Sule, daughter of the party's patriarch Sharad Pawar, going up against Sunetra Pawar, wife of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Watch in for more details!

India Election 2024: Stage set for Pawar vs Pawar in Maharashtra's Baramati

The Election Commission approved a new name for Sharad Pawar's NCP faction — Nationalist Congress Party - Sharadchandra Pawar. Earlier, the senior Pawar faction had submitted three options for a new name to the Election Commission of India.

India: Sharad Pawar’s faction gets a new name after losing ‘real NCP’ identity

Nationalist Congress Party leader Ajit Pawar was given the Finance and Planning portfolio on Friday, nearly two weeks after he broke away from the original party and took oath as Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister.

Maharashtra: NCP ministers given portfolios, new deputy CM Ajit Pawar gets finance

Raj Thackeray, the leader of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) party has posted a sarcastic tweet after Uddhav Thackeray, on Wednesday (June 29), resigned as the chief minister of India's western state of Maharashtra, the richest state in the country.

'...journey towards one's decline': Raj Thackeray posts sarcastic tweet after Uddhav's resignation

Eknath Sambhaji Rao Shinde, the man who's currently at the centre of Indian politics, used to drive an autorickshaw to support his family. Eknath Shinde, the epicentre of the Maharashtra political crisis, has taken oath as the chief minister of India's western state of Maharashtra, the country's richest and second-most populous state, and home to India's financial capital Mumbai.

India: Ex-auto driver to Maharashtra chief minister, Eknath Shinde is man of moment

Uddhav Thackeray, the Chief Minister of India's western state of Maharashtra, the richest state in the country, resigned on Wednesday (June 29). He announced his decision in a televised address, immediately after the Supreme Court gave a go-ahead to the floor test in the Maharashtra Assembly tomorrow.

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray resigns: 'I will gather all my people...'

Assam ministers Ashok Singhal and Pijush Hazarika on Sunday visited the luxury hotel in Guwahati, where dissident Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde is camping with other MLAs from Maharashtra, and held a series of discussions with them, sources said.

Maharashtra politics: Assam BJP ministers meet rebel Shiv Sena MLAs at Guwahati hotel

Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi is unlikely to participate in the swearing-in ceremony of Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray in Mumbai on Thursday. On being asked if she will participate in the swearing-in ceremony of Uddhav Thackeray today, Gandhi said: "Not decided.

Sonia Gandhi unlikely to attend Uddhav Thackeray's swearing-in ceremony

Shiv Sena president and leader of Sena-NCP-Congress alliance Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday took oath as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra. This ceremony has put an end to a month-long political drama following the assembly elections in Maharashtra.

Uddhav Thackeray sworn in as the chief minister of Maharashtra

Soon After SC's Order Directing Floor Test, Chips Begin To Fall In Maharashtra Politics.

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Devendra Fadnavis steps down as CM. To know more watch the video

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Maharashtra political turmoil: Top court to pass orders at 10:30 AM today. Watch video to know more.

Maharashtra political turmoil: Top court to pass orders at 10:30 AM today

Maharashtra Politics: Devendra Fadnavis steps down as CM

Maharashtra Political Thriller: The Story So Far.

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Maharashtra Mega-twist: Swapnil Kothari in an exclusive conversation with WION

Maharashtra mega-twist: Swapnil Kothari in an exclusive conversation with WION

Maharashtra governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari recommends President's rule in state: Sources. Watch video to know more.

Maharashtra governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari recommends President's rule in state: Sources

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