Articles by Swapnasaurabha Kulshreshtha
Munde’s son Seeshiv backs him, accuses mother of domestic violence
Seeshiv Munde came out in support of his father, Dhananjay Munde, and, in turn, accused his mother of physically abusing his father
Published on Feb 07, 2025 09:22 AM IST
Sena (UBT) changes stand on contesting local elections, will go solo in Mumbai
While the party intends to contest independently in Mumbai, decisions regarding other cities will depend on the local political landscape and party strength
Updated on Jan 27, 2025 02:17 PM IST
Walmik Karad charged under MCOCA in Beed sarpanch’s death
The development unfolded after the Kej sessions court granted Karad judicial custody in an unrelated extortion case
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 06:57 PM IST
Sena faction signals possibility of fighting Mumbai civic polls independently
The development comes against the backdrop of a close political friendship between AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray
Published on Jan 09, 2025 12:46 PM IST
All-party delegation demands Munde’s resignation in Deshmukh murder case
an all-party delegation met Governor CP Radhakrishnan on Monday, demanding the immediate resignation of NCP minister Dhananjay Munde
Published on Jan 06, 2025 05:31 PM IST
Bandh in Parbhani turns violent after vandalism of Constitution replica
The unrest began Sopan Pawar, a resident of Murtizapur village, allegedly vandalised a replica of the document
Updated on Dec 11, 2024 05:11 PM IST
Sena MLA Suhas Kande threatens to murder independent candidate Sameer Bhujbal
The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon when Bhujbal, acting on information about alleged bogus voting, arrived with police at Kande's Gurukul College
Updated on Nov 20, 2024 02:13 PM IST
BVA accuses BJP's Tawde of carrying ₹5cr to ‘buy’ votes; he denies charges
BVA members, led by Hitendra Thakur, and Nalla Sopara MLA Kshitij Thakur, alleged that BJP's Vinod Tawde was attempting to distribute money for votes
Updated on Nov 19, 2024 03:21 PM IST
Rahul Gandhi pledges caste census in Maharashtra amid constitutional defence
The leader of the opposition said if the MVA comes to power, it will conduct a caste census in Maharashtra to determine the representation of the repressed
Updated on Nov 14, 2024 02:24 PM IST
Maharashtra polls: The million mutinies that fragment the state's politics
Fragmentation of political parties allied with rising group and political consciousness has resulted in mutineers that range from Marathas to Lingayats
Published on Nov 11, 2024 11:59 AM IST
Maharashtra polls: The power of bloodlines
As the state goes to polls, here’s a list of 31 families, a comprehensive but not necessarily complete list of dynasties that dominate Maharashtra politics
Updated on Nov 11, 2024 11:36 AM IST
Maharashtra polls: Modi challenges Congress over caste politics at Dhule rally
He further accused Congress and its allies of plotting to undermine the constitution authored by BR Ambedkar by seeking to reinstate Article 370
Published on Nov 08, 2024 01:27 PM IST
Thackeray promises international finance centre for Dharavi in poll manifesto
The manifesto, known as Vachan Nama, also pledges to reinstate the Old Pension Scheme for government employees
Published on Nov 07, 2024 11:48 AM IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) corners most seats in MMR, to take on Shinde Sena in 11 seats
As the deadline to file nominations for the assembly elections ended on Tuesday, it became clear that Shiv Sena (UBT) would contest the highest number of seats
Updated on Oct 30, 2024 07:56 AM IST
BJP leader derides Congress' Jayashree Thorat, own party, MVA condemn him
Political tensions erupted in Sangamner after Bharatiya Janata Party local leader Vasant Deshmukh made controversial remarks about Jayashree Thorat
Published on Oct 26, 2024 01:00 PM IST
Maharashtra polls: Shiv Sena (UBT) declares first list of 65 candidates
The party has renominated 14 of its 15 sitting Members of the Legislative Assembly, including prominent figures Aaditya Thackeray and Sunil Prabhu
Updated on Oct 23, 2024 08:31 PM IST
State forms committee on SC reservation sub-classification, sparks controversy
The decision, made just hours before election regulations came into effect, has ignited debate and criticism from some quarters
Published on Oct 16, 2024 10:18 AM IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) criticises Congress for going solo in Haryana elections
Sena's Raut said, “If Congress wants to go solo all over the country, then it should announce that so everyone else would be free to take their own decision.”
Published on Oct 09, 2024 11:07 AM IST
Thackeray appeals to women voters through 'Gondhal Geet' for Durga on Navaratri
The song, titled "Satvar Bhuvari Ye Mashal haati ghe", was played at a press conference on the first day of Navaratri, known as "Ghatsthapana" in Maharashtra
Published on Oct 03, 2024 03:02 PM IST
Land allocation to BJP chief Bawankule's trust sparks controversy in Maharashtra
The trust issued a statement asserting that the state cabinet had approved the land allocation and that the trust intended to use the land for social causes
Published on Sep 26, 2024 08:44 AM IST
Eknath Shinde's son Shrikant visits Worli, keeps mum on alliance candidate
Whilst reviewing his party's electoral preparations in the constituency, Shinde remained tight-lipped about the Mahayuti alliance's candidate for the seat
Published on Sep 23, 2024 09:17 AM IST
Modi's visit to CJI's home upsets Sena (UBT) over pending disqualification case
This visit is against protocol; there were doubts in the minds of people about why Supreme Court is delaying order on cases against Shinde, Shiv Sena (UBT) said
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 01:49 PM IST
Shinde launches campaign to reach 1 crore beneficiaries of Ladki Bahin scheme
Shiv Sena plans to target approximately 90 to 100 assembly constituencies, including those currently held by NCP leader, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar
Published on Sep 11, 2024 09:17 AM IST
President Droupadi Murmu praises Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin scheme
"These schemes will ensure financial participation and financial empowerment of women. They will empower the whole family and future generations," Murmu said.
Updated on Sep 04, 2024 04:03 PM IST
Drought-prone Marathwada region battered by torrential rains, leaving four dead
According to reports, the deluge has also claimed the lives of 88 cattle and damaged 135 houses, with 284 revenue circles experiencing heavy rainfall
Published on Sep 02, 2024 05:46 PM IST
After ‘Ladki Bahin’, state readies senior citizens' welfare scheme eyeing polls
To ensure swift enrolment of senior citizens and expedite the ₹3,000 financial assistance payment, the government has eliminated the third-party nodal agency
Updated on Aug 30, 2024 08:44 AM IST
Thackeray urges Ganesh mandals to maintain dignity amid political overtures
He drew a parallel between the upcoming Ganesh festival and political change: "After the Ganesh festival, it's time to immerse the Mahayuti government."
Published on Aug 30, 2024 08:39 AM IST
Tensions flare as political rivals clash at collapsed Shivaji statue in Malvan
Followers of BJP MP Narayan Rane and Shiv Sena (UBT)-MVA workers clashed at Rajkot fort, as opposition coalition leaders visited the site
Updated on Aug 29, 2024 08:38 AM IST
Maharashtra Cabinet eases loan conditions for co-operative sugar factories
It was also stipulated that the entire board of directors of co-operative sugar factories would bear collective responsibility for loan repayment
Published on Aug 26, 2024 12:51 PM IST
Maharashtra bandh is a battle between abnormality and culture, says Thackeray
Thackeray announced on Friday that Maharashtra would observe a bandh until 2 pm as a stand against crimes targeting women and girls
Published on Aug 23, 2024 01:21 PM IST
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