Former MNS leader Prakash Mahajan, brother of late BJP leader Pramod Mahajan, has joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction, marking a significant shift in Maharashtra's political landscape ahead of the state elections.
As BMC polls approach, Uddhav and Raj Thackeray focus on Marathi identity, but the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance poses a formidable challenge. Read the latest political analysis from Mumbai.
Congress initiates seat-sharing talks with Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) and Prakash Ambedkar's VBA for Maharashtra municipal elections, aiming for opposition unity. Read the latest political strategy.
BJP and Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena agree to fight Nagpur, Amravati, Akola, Chandrapur civic polls as Mahayuti. Seat-sharing for Nagpur remains unresolved. Key details inside.
The BJP and Shiv Sena's seat-sharing formula for the Mumbai BMC polls is finalized and could be announced on Friday. Winnability is the key criterion for ticket distribution in the crucial civic elections.
Shiv Sena (UBT) to contest 12 seats in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections as part of a seat-sharing pact with Congress. NCP (SP) negotiations stall, while Mahayuti alliance also faces internal disputes over seat allocation.
BJP and Shiv Sena fail to finalize seat-sharing for Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar municipal polls after Sunday talks. Next round set for Thursday. Read the latest political developments.
Republican Sena chief Anandraj Ambedkar meets Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, offers full cooperation for Mumbai's BMC polls. Alliance aims to reshape Dalit vote dynamics. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis states a true tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee will be paid on January 16. This comes after Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS announced an alliance.
Analysis of Mumbai's BMC elections reveals a 20-year trend: no party crosses 30% vote share, making alliances essential for power. Explore the data behind the Thackeray pact.
Deadlock continues between Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS over a couple of seats for the crucial BMC elections. Read about the 2017 results and the current political stalemate.
Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray announce Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance for Mumbai corporation elections. Analysis of its impact on BJP, minority votes, and the future of Maharashtra politics. Read more.
Shiv Sena (UBT) Jalandhar announces protest gherao of police stations on March 30, demanding action on pending public complaints. Details on the unresolved issues and party demands inside.
Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS, with CPM, prepare to contest Nashik Municipal Corporation elections alone if Congress and NCP (SP) seat-sharing demands aren't met. Get the latest political updates.
Top MNS leaders in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar defect to BJP and Shiv Sena, citing indecisive leadership and alliance with former foes. The exodus deals a major blow ahead of municipal polls.
Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray's MNS announce a historic alliance for the 2026 BMC elections, reshaping Mumbai's political landscape. Read the full story.
Maharashtra witnesses a major political realignment as Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray unite. The Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance pledges the next Mumbai Mayor will be a Marathi leader. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis makes a striking comparison, saying Uddhav and Raj Thackeray's coming together is a fight for existence. Read the full political analysis.
Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS forge historic alliance for BMC and other municipal elections. Raj Thackeray promises a Marathi mayor. Read the full story on the political reunion.
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray officially announce Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance for BMC elections, vowing to install a Marathi mayor. A historic reunion with a direct appeal to Marathi voters.
Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray's MNS forge a historic alliance for Mumbai's BMC polls, ending a two-decade rift. Details on seat-sharing and political impact inside.
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray end two-decade rift, announce Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance for Mumbai civic polls. Seat-sharing details and political reactions inside.
The BJP will contest all 78 seats in the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation elections independently. The split from Shiv Sena is due to its local alliance with rival Team Omie Kalani. Read more on the political showdown.
Shiv Sena (UBT) confronts a major challenge in Pune as most of its former corporators defect to BJP, Congress, and NCP ahead of the crucial PMC elections. Can Uddhav's camp recover?
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray end two-decade feud, form alliance for Mumbai's BMC elections on Jan 15. A seismic shift in Maharashtra politics that could reshape power dynamics.
Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray will announce their Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance for Mumbai civic polls. Seat-sharing details revealed. Read the full story here.
The Mahayuti alliance faces a seat-sharing impasse for the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation elections. Shiv Sena's Sanjay Shirsat blames BJP leaders for 'unrealistic' demands, casting doubt on the coalition's unity. Read the full story.
BJP leaders downplay the potential Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance for Mumbai civic polls, asserting it won't impact the Mahayuti's prospects. BMC elections are set for January 15.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena pressures BJP for 112 seats in crucial BMC elections, targeting Marathi-dominated wards. Key alliance talks intensify.
Sanjay Raut hints at Shiv Sena UBT-MNS alliance for BMC elections on Jan 15. BJP dismisses impact, Congress targets North Indian voters with manifesto. Latest Mumbai political updates.