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 today's top India news:

Bombay High Court cancels the bail of Shiv Sena Corporation member Mahesh Mhatre in the assault case involving hospital staff.
Bulldozer action carried out against an office linked to TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee over alleged building violations.
Olympic medalists Mirabai Chanu and Neeraj Chopra to lead India's contingent at the 2026 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony.
Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust receives numerous applications for its first Chief Executive Officer amid donation misappropriation allegations.

Bombay HC cancels Shiv Sena leader's bail | Abhishek Banerjee office demolished | Commonwealth Games

The alleged assault, reportedly triggered by a dispute over the unavailability of NICU beds, sparked statewide protests by doctors and renewed calls for stronger protection of healthcare workers

Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre gets bail in KDMC doctor assault case; investigation and trial to continue

A Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) corporator, Ramesh Mhatre, has been remanded to police custody until July 13, 2026, following a violent assault on medical staff at Shastri Nagar Hospital in Dombivli, Thane. The incident, which was captured on viral CCTV footage, shows Mhatre and his associates attacking doctors after being advised to transfer a newborn patient due to a full NICU.


Shinde Sena corporator sent to 3-day custody 

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

Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Shirsat said Sanjay Raut’s language was not right. This must have been going on for a long time in the party, and that is why today their MPs don’t want to be with them, the minister added.

Uddhav Sena MP Sanjay Raut abuses ‘rebel’ MPs on camera, says ‘do not beep it out’

Shiv Sena (UBT) has taken a swipe at Rahul Gandhi, questioning his leadership of the INDIA bloc ahead of crucial state elections. The party suggested that figures like Mamata Banerjee or M.K. Stalin could lead the coalition instead, highlighting internal tensions within the opposition. Watch to understand the political dynamics and what this could mean for upcoming polls

INDIA Bloc Crisis: Shiv Sena (UBT) Questions Rahul Gandhi’s Leadership in INDIA Bloc Crisis

Shiv Sena (UBT) has raised serious questions over leadership within the INDIA opposition bloc, urging alliance partners to decide who should lead ahead of key state elections. With Congress and Trinamool Congress now set for a direct contest in West Bengal’s 2026 Assembly polls, the leadership debate has intensified. Names like Mamata Banerjee and MK Stalin are being floated, with even Lalu Prasad Yadav earlier backing Mamata as a potential face of the alliance. Is the I.N.D.I.A bloc facing a leadership crisis? We decode the political signals.


I.N.D.I.A. Bloc Leadership Row: Mamata or Stalin? | Sena (UBT) Questions Rahul's Leadership

The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena has proposed a 'split term' formula, demanding the Mumbai Mayor's position for the first 2.5 years of the five-year term. The party is reportedly keen on holding the civic office to coincide with the birth centenary year of Balasaheb Thackeray.

Reports: Eknath Shinde Seeks Mayor's Post For 2.5 Years For His Party

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray on Sunday jointly unveiled their manifesto, ‘Vachan Nama’, for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections scheduled for January 15. This marks a major step in their renewed political alliance.


Maharashtra politics: Thackeray cousins unite, release joint manifesto

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.

After 20 Years, Thackeray Cousins Forge Political Alliance Ahead of Mumbai BMC Polls 

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, along with 28 other municipal corporations across Maharashtra, is slated to go to polls on January 15, following a Supreme Court order directing that the elections be completed before January 31.

After four-year delay, Mumbai braces for high-stakes BMC battle on January 15

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut has triggered speculation about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s political future, claiming his recent visit to the RSS headquarters signals a possible retirement in September. However, BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis has dismissed the claims, stating there is no question of replacing PM Modi.

India: Sanjay Raut sparks debate on PM Modi’s possible retirement

Amid controversy over stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra's alleged defamatory remarks against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, officials from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) demolished structures at the Habitat Studio in Mumbai due to alleged building violations. Kamra filmed the controversial stand-up comedy segment at this studio, where he made remarks referring to the Deputy Chief Minister as a "gaddar" (traitor).

Kunal Kamra row: Kamra remains defiant, refuses to apologise for his comments

Entertainment | Trending Comedian  Kunal Kamra found himself in a new controversy after he cracked a joke on politician Eknath Shinde when he was shooting his new show titled Naya Bharat.

'Artists are solely responsible': Mumbai studio shuts down after Shiv Sena workers vandalise club over Kunal Kamra's controversy

In India's Maharashtra state, massive controversy has erupted over a comedian's joke on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Shinde supporters take offense at comedian Kunal Kamra's 'traitor' remark and threaten the comedian with consequences. Watch the report for more details!

Maharashtra: Comedian Kunal Kamra faces backlash over 'traitor' remark

In Maharashtra, the ruling Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) Alliance is on rocky terrain, with allied partners in a rift over several policy decisions made by the previous government led by Eknath Shinde. Watch in for more details!

Maharashtra: Rift between allies BJP, Shinde's Shiv Sena of Mahayuti alliance

The Lok Sabha poll results were a setback for Modi, who had always secured majorities in elections as chief minister of Gujarat and prime minister till now. The year 2024 saw a return to coalition government at the centre. Even though India has witnessed chaotic coalition governments since the 1990s, Modi 3.0 has so far not seen any hiccups and is sailing smoothly.



India's BJP in 2024: After a tough general election, party resumes winning streak

Rajya Sabha MP and Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) leader Sanjay Raut has been sentenced to 15 days in jail by a Mumbai court in a defamation case filed by Medha Somaiya, wife of former BJP MP Kirit Somaiya.

India: Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut sentenced to 15 days in jail in defamation case

Days after Noida DM called Rahul Gandhi 'Pappu' sparking backlash from Congress, Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad stirred a controversy on Monday (September 16) with a statement targeting the Congress leader.

Shiv Sena MLA offers Rs 11 lakh to ‘cut off’ Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s tongue after US visit comments

Workers of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) threw coconuts and cow dung at the convoy of former Chief Minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray in the Indian state of Maharashtra's Thane, on Saturday (August 10), according to a report by news agency ANI.

India: MNS workers hurl coconuts, cow dung at Uddhav Thackeray's convoy; 20 arrested

Officials have announced that the license of a Mumbai bar from which the BMW hit-and-run accused Mihir Shah allegedly bought four beer bottles before hitting a couple on their bike last Sunday has been temporarily suspended.

BMW hit-and-run: Bar that sold beer to accused Mihir Shah faces license suspension

Mihir Shah, the son of a Shiv Sena politician and the main accused in the hit-and-run case that resulted in the death of Kaveri Nakhawa and injured her husband Pradeep Nakhawa, was arrested by Mumbai Police on Tuesday (July 9) in the neighbouring Thane district.

Mumbai hit-and-run case: Shiv Sena leader's son Mihir Shah arrested after absconding for three days

The Shiv Sena has voiced dissatisfaction with not getting any Cabinet positions in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new National Democratic Alliance (NDA) cabinet.

After NCP, Shiv Sena expresses discontent over lack of cabinet positions in Modi 3.0 cabinet

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