Shubhangi Khapre
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‘Tough-talking’ or ‘bluff’ talking? Ajit Pawar finds himself in a row over call to IPS officer
September 06, 2025 08:00 IST
Officer was on duty probing a complaint of illegal sand mining, Pawar says was only trying to “defuse situation”; NCP claims miscommunication, points to its chief’s “brusque, blunt ways”
Fri, Sep 05, 2025
Newsmaker | Devendra Fadnavis’s chief troubleshooter during Maratha quota agitation: Who is Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil?
September 04, 2025 17:43 IST
An eight-term MLA from Shirdi, a seat that he has been winning since 1995, Vikhe Patil comes from an illustrious family in western Maharashtra that has played a pioneering role in the state’s cooperative movement.
Thu, Sep 04, 2025
‘All credit to Fadnavis’: As critics too applaud, how BJP CM laid to rest Jarange Patil’s ghost
September 03, 2025 21:00 IST
Fadnavis scores a point over his recalcitrant Deputy CMs, makes sure Maratha quota activist’s agitation doesn’t drag, redraws battlelines between them
Wed, Sep 03, 2025
Maratha quota stir: What is the Hyderabad Gazette, which the Maharashtra Govt has now agreed to implement?
September 02, 2025 19:32 IST
Based on the Hyderabad Gazette, the Maratha community in Marathwada can now establish their Kunbi status, and avail of reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs). The concession is a major step towards resolution of the agitation led by Manoj Jarange Patil
Tue, Sep 02, 2025
Devendra Fadnavis sees off the Jarange Patil problem for now, but Mahayuti cracks open
September 02, 2025 19:25 IST
While some in the BJP question the intentions of Sena and NCP Dy CMs in staying away, Sena minister says “not a single piece of evidence” to show party worked against the government
Thu, Sep 04, 2025
Maharashtra: Govt likely to issue fresh circular giving individual eligible Marathas Kunbi status
September 02, 2025 00:54 IST
To avoid any legal challenge, Kunbi status to all Marathas and ‘sage soyre’ is being ruled out
Tue, Sep 02, 2025
Why Oppn parties remain noncommittal on Jarange-Patil’s demand for Marathas’ inclusion in OBC quota’
August 31, 2025 17:36 IST
While Opposition parties have rallied behind Manoj Jarange-Patil to attack the Fadnavis Government, they don't endorse his call for Maratha reservation under the OBC quota.
Sun, Aug 31, 2025
Why Devendra Fadnavis govt is running out of options as Jarange Patil dials up quota heat
August 30, 2025 14:19 IST
Rejecting Maratha quota under OBC as demanded by Jarange Patil, Mahayuti govt forms Radhakrishna Vikhe-Patil-led cabinet panel to hold talks with him to hammer out a solution
Sat, Aug 30, 2025
Will sacrifice life, but won’t leave Mumbai till our demands are met, says Jarange Patil
August 29, 2025 21:27 IST
While the state government opened the door for dialogue, it warned Jarange Patil to not cross the “Laxman Rekha”.
Sat, Aug 30, 2025
Mumbai Maratha Quota Protest Highlights: Manoj Jarange Patil on hunger strike for third day after talks remain inconclusive
August 29, 2025 10:03 IST
Manoj Jarange Patil Maratha quota protest Highlights: Manoj Jarange Patil, 43, has been demanding a 10 per cent quota for Marathas under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category.
Mon, Sep 01, 2025
With Manoj Jarange Patil back on Mahayuti’s doorstep, why BJP is being cautious
August 29, 2025 07:44 IST
The activist, looking to give a definitive push to the Maratha quota demand, wants to begin an indefinite fast at Mumbai’s Azad Maidan on Friday. However, he has received a permit for only a daylong protest, setting the stage for a possible showdown.
Fri, Aug 29, 2025
Meet new Mumbai BJP chief: Marathi firebrand, Fadnavis aide, 3-term MLA
August 26, 2025 09:00 IST
Ameet Satam faces a formidable challenge to lead BJP in the upcoming BMC polls, even as Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray have made “Marathi asmita” their main plank.
Tue, Aug 26, 2025
As Maharashtra rejigs Maratha quota panel with Radhakrishna Vikhe-Patil as head, who will benefit?
August 24, 2025 18:31 IST
The Devendra Fadnavis-led Government's response is an indicator that, given the past experience, it does not want the Maratha reservation issue to get out of control.
Sun, Aug 24, 2025
BMC polls ahead, BEST results worst scenario for Thackeray cousinsSubscriber Only
August 21, 2025 10:00 IST
Their panel fails to win a single one of the 19 seats, defeat raises questions on their hopes of forming a “larger Marathi front” to counter Mahayuti
Wed, Aug 20, 2025
Why Eknath Shinde is covering little distance despite frequent visits to DelhiSubscriber Only
August 19, 2025 07:00 IST
The visits, followed by Shinde’s photographs with Modi and Shah, are seen as a pressure tactic by the Sena chief. But series of recent snubs show it may not be working
Mon, Aug 18, 2025
I-Day meat ban by Maharashtra civic bodies: Why even BJP allies are crying foulSubscriber Only
August 14, 2025 11:13 IST
The orders come against the backdrop of a veg vs non-veg debate that has been growing shriller in the state – which has large populations that are traditionally meat eaters – in the wake of the BJP’s rise
Tue, Aug 19, 2025
Does Devendra Fadnavis have an ally problem? Amid constant firefighting, Opposition finds line of attackSubscriber Only
August 11, 2025 21:39 IST
Uddhav Thackeray calls for “corruption pe charcha” discussions across the state, even as the Opposition asks if the CM is not acting against controversial ministers because of pressure from allies or his party’s central leadership
Tue, Aug 12, 2025
BJP ex-spokesperson named Bombay HC judge: Who is Aarti Sathe, in middle of Maharashtra row?Subscriber Only
August 06, 2025 16:21 IST
As Opposition questions how the Supreme Court Collegium could recommend someone who was associated with the ruling party for 11 months starting in January 2023, BJP insiders say she was not a regular like other office-bearers and her appointment was “symbolic”.
Thu, Aug 07, 2025
‘Rethink’: Opposition questions naming of BJP ex-spokesperson as Bombay HC judgeSubscriber Only
August 06, 2025 03:46 IST
Appointed spokesperson of the Maharashtra BJP in February 2023, Sathe resigned in January 2024 citing “personal and professional reasons”. She also resigned from the primary membership of the party and as head of the Mumbai BJP legal cell on January 6, 2024.
Wed, Aug 06, 2025
Decode Politics: Why Fadnavis govt is granting Sindhi refugees land titlesSubscriber Only
August 03, 2025 10:00 IST
The move not only fulfils BJP's poll promise, but also reflects a BJP-RSS push to bring Sindhis under the larger Hindu umbrella
Sun, Aug 03, 2025
Why Maharashtra BJP has opened arms to take back a 90-yr-old leader, barbs and allSubscriber Only
August 02, 2025 09:00 IST
One of the founders of the party in the state, influential Dhangar leader Anna Dange had left the BJP in 2002, complaining of being “sidelined”.
Fri, Aug 01, 2025
Why Devendra Fadnavis’s rap on the knuckles for ministers, and why more may followSubscriber Only
July 30, 2025 16:45 IST
Drastic measures before local body elections could dent Mahayuti, but leaders expect axe to fall on ‘non-performing’ Cabinet members after assessing conduct and performance in December
Wed, Jul 30, 2025
Why BJP is keen to go solo in local body polls in most of MaharashtraSubscriber Only
July 27, 2025 16:38 IST
Party still open to alliance for BMC elections, but some leaders feel that tie-up will hurt them in most parts of the state because of recent rows involving Sena, NCP leaders
Sun, Jul 27, 2025
The Maharashtra reunion that may not happen: Ambedkar grandsons fall out over dalliance with Shinde SenaSubscriber Only
July 25, 2025 12:33 IST
Slamming Anandraj Ambedkar for aligning with Shiv Sena, Prakash Ambedkar says it undercuts the “fight against BJP and its allies to save Constitution” and violates “Phule-Shahu-Ambedkar ideology”
Fri, Jul 25, 2025
Eknath Shinde joins hands with party of Ambedkar’s grandson in Dalit outreach before civic pollsSubscriber Only
July 17, 2025 08:59 IST
Their alliance has come as Shinde faces Mahayuti pressure while also bracing for a formidable challenge from Thackeray cousins, who may join hands for local body polls
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