Today on 7th December, Mahayuti leaders took oath of MLA. CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar — were administered the oath as MLAs by the Legislative Assembly's Pro-tem Speaker Kalidas Kolambkar on the first day of the three-day special session.
07 December,2024 04:57 PM IST
Shiv Sena Chief Eknath Shinde and NCP Chief Ajit Pawar took oath as Deputy CM of Maharashtra. PM Modi congratulated the two on their oath as Deputy CMs. Before the two leaders took oath, Devendra Fadnavis took oath as the CM of Maharashtra. From Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP national president JP Nadda, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, UP CM Yogi Adityanath and CMs & Deputy CMs of NDA-ruled states, Union Ministers to NDA leaders were present at the swearing-in ceremony.
05 December,2024 06:32 PM IST
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Devendra Fadnavis is set to become Maharashtra's next Chief Minister. His appointment was finalized during a meeting of the BJP's core committee on Wednesday, just before the Maharashtra legislature party meeting. The core committee meeting was attended by Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, and Fadnavis himself. After the announcement, celebrations took place outside Fadnavis' residence in Nagpur. Supporters gathered outside Fadnavis' residence at Nagpur to express their joy and excitement over the news of Fadnavis assuming the role of Chief Minister once again. They were seen celebrating and dancing with joy.
04 December,2024 01:40 PM IST
November 26, 2024, marked the 16th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack, a tragedy that deeply impacted the nation. On this occasion, Maharashtra Governor Radhakrishnan paid floral tributes to the brave officers and martyrs at the Martyrs' Memorial, located at the Police Commissioner's Office. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also paid his respects at the memorial. Additionally, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar joined in paying homage to the courageous individuals who lost their lives during the attack. The memorial serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave hearts who fought to protect Mumbai and its people during the tragic events of November 26, 2008.
26 November,2024 11:20 AM IST
In the high-octane Baramati seat, Maharashtra Deputy CM & NCP Candidate from Baramati Assembly Ajit Pawar is leading in the battle with his nephew Yugendra Pawar. Baramati constituency has been a bastian of the Pawars but since the split of the NCP into two factions, the battle has become even more intense. Supporters of Maharashtra Deputy CM & NCP Candidate from Baramati Assembly Ajit Pawar burst crackers to celebrate his lead. Mahayuti has crossed the majority mark of 145 seats in the state.
23 November,2024 12:05 PM IST
Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole has stated that the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government will be formed in Maharashtra under Congress leadership. He believes that based on current voting trends and public feedback, most Congress candidates will win in the state. Patole criticized BJP's national general secretary for allegedly distributing money and violating the code of conduct, claiming that his hotel stay was restricted after 5 pm. He also questioned the BJP’s actions, mentioning that Devendra Fadnavis's PA is contesting elections from Wardha, where liquor bottles were found despite it being a liquor-ban district. Patole raised concerns about BJP using money and liquor for votes and accused them of not respecting the constitutional system.
21 November,2024 12:27 PM IST
The Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024 began on November 20th, with many people coming out to vote. Several prominent figures also cast their votes, including political leaders like Sharad Pawar, Ashish Shelar, Shaina NC, Mohan Bhagwat, and CP Radhakrishnan. Along with them, well-known celebrities like actors Rajkumar Rao, Akshay Kumar, Gautami Kapoor, and director Kabir Khan also participated in the voting process. The atmosphere was lively as voters lined up at polling stations to have their say in the future of the state. These elections are crucial, with many important personalities taking part to ensure their voice is heard in shaping Maharashtra's political landscape. Watch video for more.
20 November,2024 09:34 AM IST
In this Mid-Day interview, sitting MLA Zeeshan Siddique, now an NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) candidate, shares his vision for Bandra East amidst the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections. Zeeshan discusses key issues, from stalled redevelopment in slum areas like Behrampada to inadequate housing and persistent traffic and water problems. Emphasizing his ongoing work in infrastructure, pedestrian safety, and job creation for local youth, Siddique highlights the impact of delayed SRA projects and the challenges of air pollution near BKC. As he seeks re-election, Zeeshan stresses his commitment to tackling these pressing issues for his constituents.
11 November,2024 12:21 PM IST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has filed his nomination to contest from the Baramati assembly seat. This election will see him facing off against his nephew, Yugendra Pawar, who is the grandson of Sharad Pawar. Yugendra is running as a candidate for the NCP-SP alliance. This matchup marks another Pawar versus Pawar contest, following a recent election where Supriya Sule, Sharad Pawar's daughter, defeated Sunetra Pawar, Ajit Pawar's wife. Ajit Pawar split from the NCP in June 2023. When asked about competing against his uncle, Yugendra expressed his sadness and said it was quite unfortunate to be in this situation, as Ajit Pawar has previously won this seat seven times.
28 October,2024 03:00 PM IST
Son of late NCP leader Baba Siddique, former Mumbai Youth Congress president Zeeshan Siddiqui joined the NCP in Mumbai today on 25th October. He will be contesting from the Bandra East seat in the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024. After joining NCP, Zeeshan Siddiqui said, "This is an emotional day for me and my family. I am thankful to Ajit Pawar, Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare for believing in me in these tough times. I have got the nomination from Bandra East, I am sure that with the love and support of all the people, I will definitely win Bandra East ye again...".
25 October,2024 12:53 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
