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A look back at Shiv Sena’s 60-year political journey: Bal Thackeray’s rise, Uddhav takes over and then a split

A look back at Shiv Sena’s 60-year political journey: Bal Thackeray’s rise, Uddhav takes over and then a split

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As Shiv Sena marks 60 years since its founding by Bal Thackeray on June 19, 1966, the party is facing yet another rebellion. Mumbai, Jun 19 (ANI): A view of the posters of Shiv Sena Foundation day put by both Uddhav Thackeray fraction, in Mumbai on Friday. (ANI Video Grab) (ANI Video Grab) Just four years after Eknath Shinde’s revolt split the party and wrested control of its name and symbol, now, six of Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray‘s nine Lok Sabha MPs are likely to call it quits, to align with the Shinde-led faction. The latest turmoil is the newest chapter in a six-decade political journey that saw Shiv Sena evolve from a Mumbai-centric regional movement into one of Maharashtra’s most influential political forces, while also witnessing multiple splits, leadership transitions and shifting alliances. Also Read: Second Sena split in 4 years: How Thackeray’s party is unravelling again A Timeline of Shiv Sena’s 60-Year Journey June 19, 1966: Bal Thackeray founded Shiv Sena. A year later, the party won its first civic polls …

Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) in split mode again but numbers still unclear

Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) in split mode again but numbers still unclear

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Maharashtra was gripped by its third political crisis in four years on Wednesday after the Shiv Sena said that six out of the nine Lok Sabha members of the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) had signed a letter to form a separate grouping and plan to merge with the Sena, sparking a furious response from the latter amid confusion about the actual number of rebels. A senior Lok Sabha official told HT there was no confirmation if the speaker had received any letter from either the Shiv Sena or any other party. (HT File) The Sena, led by deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, said that six rebel Sena (UBT) MPs — Sanjay Jadhav, Bhausaheb Wakchaure, Sanjay Deshmukh, Nagesh Patil Ashtikar, Sanjay Patil and Omraje Nimbalkar — had signed a letter stating they had formed a separate group. “Six MPs have formed a group. We are told that they submitted a letter to the Lok Sabha speaker,” said Sena secretary Kiran Pawaskar. A minimum of six MPs will have to form a separate group to avoid …

Raj Thackeray’s ‘Patil, Not Patel’ Jibe Fuels Speculation Over NCP Leadership After Ajit Pawar’s Death | Politics News

Raj Thackeray’s ‘Patil, Not Patel’ Jibe Fuels Speculation Over NCP Leadership After Ajit Pawar’s Death | Politics News

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Last Updated:January 31, 2026, 22:14 IST Raj Thackeray questions NCP leadership, urging a Marathi identity amid Ajit Pawar’s death, Sunetra Pawar’s rise, and ongoing merger talks with Sharad Pawar’s faction. Sunetra Pawar and Praful Patel among other NCP leaders. Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray has entered the debate over the Nationalist Congress Party’s next president with a pointed remark that appeared to target senior NCP leader Praful Patel, as uncertainty continues within the party’s top ranks. Reacting to the rapid political developments following the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Raj Thackeray said Maharashtra’s political landscape had been so dramatically altered that it barely invited comment anymore. However, he said the pace and nature of unfolding events compelled him to speak. Referring to speculation over NCP leadership, Thackeray stressed that a party “rooted in Marathi soil” should be led by someone who reflects that identity. “Maharashtra’s politics has undergone a complete upheaval in the recent past; honestly, one doesn’t even feel like commenting on it. But still, one will have to speak …

Imtiaz Ali Praises Aaishvary Thackeray’s Nishaanchi, Says ‘Don’t Miss, Must Watch’ | Bollywood News

Imtiaz Ali Praises Aaishvary Thackeray’s Nishaanchi, Says ‘Don’t Miss, Must Watch’ | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:January 03, 2026, 09:55 IST Nishaanchi was directed by Anurag Kashyap, which stars Aaishvary Thackeray in a feisty double role. Imtiaz Ali praised Nishaanchi 1 & 2, urging fans to watch both parts together. Ace filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has showered high praises on Aaishvary Thackeray’s Nishaanchi 1 and 2, urging fans to watch both parts together for the ultimate thrill. In a recent Instagram story, Imtiaz lauded Nishaanchi 1 and 2, encouraging everyone to watch both parts together for the full impact of the twin brothers’ saga spanning decades between Kanpur and Lucknow. Imtiaz shared a vibrant poster of the film and wrote, “One of the best of last year don’t miss Nishaanchi 1 & 2 watch both together,” spotlighting the film’s unmissable dual narrative. (Screengrab of Imtiaz Ali’s Instagram story) Nishaanchi – Plot and cast Anurag Kashyap directed the film, which stars Aaishvary Thackeray in a feisty double role. The drama also has a superb cast, including Vedika Pinto, Kumud Mishra, Monika Panwar, and Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub in key roles. The film, produced …

Thackerays’ reunion does not imply alliance for polls: MNS leader | Mumbai news

Thackerays’ reunion does not imply alliance for polls: MNS leader | Mumbai news

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A day after talking about a possible patch-up between the warring cousins, MNS leader Sandeep Deshpande said that coming together did not always imply an electoral alliance. Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray said they were willing to come together in the interest of Maharashtra and Marathi people.(Hindustan Times) “Coming together for Maharashtra does not mean it is only for elections. Marathis can also come together for issues of interest to Maharashtra. Just like Tamil parties had come together on the Cauvery issue in Tamil Nadu, what is the problem with Marathi parties coming together? Alliance for elections is a narrow-minded idea,” Deshpande posted on X. The genesis of the alliance idea was on Saturday when MNS chief Raj Thackeray and the Shiv Sena (UBT) said in separate statements that they were willing to come together in the interest of Maharashtra and Marathi people by putting aside their differences. The statements came after the state government decision to make Hindi mandatory in schools. In response to a question in a podcast with filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar, which …

Eknath Shinde Was Asked About Thackerays’ Patch-Up Buzz. His Response

Eknath Shinde Was Asked About Thackerays’ Patch-Up Buzz. His Response

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Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde got irked when a mediaperson sought his reaction on the speculation of reconciliation between estranged cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray, and asked the reporter to instead talk about government’s work. While Mr Shinde was at his native Dare village in Satara district on Saturday, a reporter from TV Marathi asked for his reaction on the buzz of rapprochement between Shiv Sena (UBT) head Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray. Mr Shinde got irritated and brushed off the reporter’s boom. “Talk about work,” said the Shiv Sena leader, who is not known to get irked in public. The buzz about rapprochement started after Raj Thackeray said in a podcast interview with film-maker Mahesh Manjrekar — recorded weeks ago but released on Saturday — that he had no issues when working with Uddhav in the undivided Shiv Sena. The question is does Uddhav want to work with him, he said. Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray sparked speculation about a possible reconciliation with statements indicating they …

Will Thackeray cousins reunite politically? Who will be the leader? | Latest News India

Will Thackeray cousins reunite politically? Who will be the leader? | Latest News India

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Hours after a podcast featuring Raj Thackeray went viral online, the official X handle of the Shiv Sena (UBT) posted a video in which his cousin Uddhav Thackeray said he is willing to set aside minor disputes in the interests of Maharashtra. In a split-screen frame, the video shows Raj shaking hands with Uddhav outside the Thackeray residence, Matoshree. A file photo of Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray with son Uddhav and nephew Raj Thackeray during the party’s ‘Nirdhar Baithak’ to strategise for the Maharashtra assembly elections, on July 3, 2003. The video represents the mood in both Uddhav’s Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS). Summed up, it is one of hope and scepticism. The cousins – who were both once key leaders of the Shiv Sena – have been bitter rivals for three decades. If they do reunite politically, it could mark another upheaval in Maharashtra politics, a state already roiled and fractured by the splits in both the Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party in 2022 and 2023 respectively. …

Fawad Khan’s Bollywood Comeback Lands In Trouble, Raj Thackeray’s MNS Opposes Release In Maharashtra

Fawad Khan’s Bollywood Comeback Lands In Trouble, Raj Thackeray’s MNS Opposes Release In Maharashtra

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Last Updated:April 02, 2025, 07:26 IST MNS spokesperson Ameya Khopkar recently said that they are against Abir Gulaal’s release in Maharashtra since it stars a Pakistani actor. Pakistani actor Fawad Khan returns to Bollywood after an eight-year break with the romantic comedy Abir Gulaal, co-starring Vaani Kapoor. It is no secret that Pakistani actor Fawad Khan is all set to make a comeback in Bollywood with his upcoming movie, Abir Gulaal. Hours after the makers of the film released its teaser on Tuesday, it has now landed in trouble. Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) has opposed the film’s release in Maharashtra. As reported by the Free Press Journal, MNS spokesperson Ameya Khopkar recently said that they are against the film’s release in Maharashtra since it stars a Pakistani actor. “We only learned about this film’s release today when the makers announced it. But we are making it clear that we will not allow this film to release in Maharashtra because it features a Pakistani actor. Under no circumstances will we permit such films to …

Uddhav Thackeray’s ‘evidence’ reaction to Disha Salian death allegation against son Aditya Thackeray | Latest News India

Uddhav Thackeray’s ‘evidence’ reaction to Disha Salian death allegation against son Aditya Thackeray | Latest News India

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Mar 20, 2025 10:52 PM IST Aditya Thackeray, a former minister, dismissed the allegations as an attempt to malign his image. Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday rubbished allegations of his son Aditya Thackeray’s involvement in the death of celebrity manager Disha Salian in 2020 and said his family had no connection with the case. He said those who accuse his family of being involved in her death must come forward with evidence. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray interacts with media in Mumbai.(ANI ) Uddhav Thackeray was reacting to the plea of advocate Nilesh Ojha – who represents Disha’s father Satish Salian – claiming Aaditya Thackeray was a suspect in the case and that corrupt police officials had attempted to cover it up. Aditya Thackeray, a former minister, dismissed the allegations as an attempt to malign his image. Also read: Aaditya Thackeray on Disha Salian death allegation: ‘Attempts to malign image’ Uddhav Thackeray, who was the CM of Maharashtra at the time of Disha Salian’s death in 2020, said making false allegations …

Devendra Fadnavis says Abu Azmi will be arrested, asks Thackeray’s Shiv Sena will it criticise Nehru for remark on Shiva

Devendra Fadnavis says Abu Azmi will be arrested, asks Thackeray’s Shiv Sena will it criticise Nehru for remark on Shiva

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Abu Azmi, president of the Samajwadi Party’s Maharashtra unit, had hailed Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, saying during his reign, India’s border reached Afghanistan and Burma (Myanmar). Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi will be arrested for his controversial remarks on Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. While targeting the Opposition in the Maharashtra Legislative Council, the chief minister asserted that the SP MLA would be held. On the question of Ambadas Danve, Leader of Opposition in the Legislative Council – why has Azmi not been put in jail till now?, Fadnavis cornered Thackeray’s Shiv Sena by asking why it did not oppose Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, who insulted Shivaji Maharaj. Does Thackeray’s Sena have the courage to oppose Nehru, he asked. “Chairman sir (Azmi) will be put in jail. 100 per cent will be put in jail. You (Danve) should have taken the correct information. I ask, will you protest against what Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru has written in the book Discovery of India? Will you protest? Will you protest against what Pandit Jawaharlal …