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Uddhav and Raj Thackeray hint at unity to safeguard Maha interests and Marathi language

Mumbai, April 19: In a significant development, estranged cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray on Saturday signalled a willingness to set aside their past differences and unite for the larger cause of protecting Maharashtra's interests and preserving the Marathi language.

Uddhav Thackeray hijacked Shiv Sena, faked Balasaheb's legacy, claims Shinde faction

Mumbai, April 17: The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena on Thursday accused the Shiv Sena UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray of hijacking the Shiv Sena by emotionally blackmailing Balasaheb Thackeray during a crucial leadership transition.

Even if I die, I will not abandon Hindutva: Uddhav Thackeray

Nashik, April 16: Shiv Sena UBT President Uddhav Thackeray said on Wednesday that he has left the BJP and not Hindutva, adding, “Even if I die, I will not abandon Hindutva.”

Shiv Sena UBT, Congress will face action soon on 'Waqf scams', warns Sanjay Nirupam

New Delhi, April 13: Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam on Sunday targeted both the Congress and Shiv Sena UBT for alleged financial and property wrongdoings, warning that the law would catch up with them soon.

Waqf Act aims for transparency, not conspiracy: Shaina NC on violence in West Bengal

Mumbai, April 12: Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Saturday responded to the recent surge of violence in West Bengal's Murshidabad district over the Waqf (Amendment) Act, asserting that the legislation aims to ensure transparency and accountability, not provoke unrest.

BookMyShow removes all of Kamra's content, delists him; Sena thanks platform

Mumbai, April 5: In a major blow to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, online ticketing platform BookMyShow on Saturday removed all content related to him and also removed him from the list of artists listed on its portal.

Uddhav Thackeray has betrayed Balasaheb's ideals, says Bawankule on Waqf Bill

Pune, April 5: Maharashtra BJP president and Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule here on Saturday launched a sharp attack on Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, accusing him of betraying the ideals and vision of his father, Balasaheb Thackeray, by opposing the Waqf Amendment Bill.

Maha: Eknath Shinde to clear files before final approval from Devendra Fadnavis

Mumbai, April 3: The Maharashtra government has released a circular to amend the route of file movement, especially after the change in the MahaYuti government led by Eknath Shinde to Devendra Fadnavis.

We have opposed corruption, not Waqf Bill: Uddhav Thackeray

Mumbai, April 3: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief, Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday slammed the BJP government claiming the Waqf (Amendment) Bill passed on Wednesday by the Lok Sabha was with an eye on Waqf Board lands. Uddhav Thackeray said, “We have opposed the corruption and not the Bill.”

Transparency, accountability needed in Waqf: Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC

Mumbai, April 3: With the Waqf Amendment Bill heading to Rajya Sabha after being cleared in the Lower House of Parliament amid strong objection from the opposition parties, Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Thursday accused them of spreading "false narratives", stating that transparency and accountability was a requirement in Waqf board.

Yuva Shiv Sena General Secretary requests ban on Kunal Kamra's shows amid controversy

Mumbai, April 3: Yuva Shiv Sena General Secretary Rahool N Kanal has formally written to BookMyShow, urging the ticketing platform to refrain from facilitating ticket sales for comedian Kunal Kamra's upcoming shows.

Mumbai: Shiv Sena seeks EOW probe into Kunal Kamra's foreign funds

Mumbai, April 3: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Mumbai Police on Wednesday received a written complaint from a representative of the Shiv Sena against comedian Kunal Kamra, seeking an investigation into the funds he allegedly received from various countries through his videos, the EOW stated.

Waqf (Amendment) Bill not against religious beliefs of any community: Maha CM

Mumbai, April 2: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said that the Waqf (Amended) Bill has given representation to women in the Waqf Board, which is a very progressive step.

Muslim empowerment or political appeasement? Shiv Sena's MP Shrikant Shinde questions opposition's intent on Waqf Bill

New Delhi, April 1: Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde on Tuesday questioned the opposition's stance on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024, asking that parties to clarify whether they support Muslim empowerment or political appeasement. He also challenged whether their position aligned with Balasaheb's ideology or with vote bank politics.

Maha Council accepts breach of privilege notice against Kunal Kamra

Mumbai, March 27: The Maharashtra Legislative Council on Thursday accepted a privilege notice against the stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra over the 'traitor' jibe and forwarded it to the Privileges Committee, said Upper House Chairman Ram Shinde on Thursday.

Uddhav has become the leader of 'Aurangzeb fan club': Maharashtra Minister

Mumbai, March 27: Maharashtra BJP chief and state revenue minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Thursday shot back at Shiv Sena-UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray accusing him of abandoning Hindutva, saying that he has no right to talk about Hindutva as he has become the leader of Aurangzeb fan club.

Not 'Saugat-e-Modi' but 'Saugat-e-Power': Uddhav Thackeray takes dig at BJP

Mumbai, March 27: Shiv Sena UBT Chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday took a swipe at the BJP over 'Saugat-e-Modi' campaign, terming the initiative of the ruling party as 'Saugat-e-Power'.

Shiv Sena (UBT) withdraws no-confidence motion against Legislative Council Chairman Ram Shinde

Mumbai, March 27: In a significant political development, Shiv Sena (UBT) has withdrawn the no-confidence motion against Maharashtra Legislative Council Chairman Ram Shinde.

Those who consider Shiv Sainiks as trash have not recovered from the high voltage shock: Eknath Shinde

Mumbai, March 26: Shiv Sena leader and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, on Wednesday, led a scathing attack against the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena-UBT, saying that everyone has abandoned those who consider ordinary Shiv Sainiks as garbage, and that they have not yet recovered from the high-voltage shock caused by the electricity generated from garbage.

Kunal Kamra lands in copyright dispute with T-Series over his comedy video

Mumbai, March 26: Kunal Kamra's comedy case took a new turn on Wednesday, as music company T-Series issued a copyright infringement notice over the use of song 'Bholi Si Surat Aankhon Masti' from the film ‘Dil To Pagal Hai’.

Maha govt withdraws 6 pc tax on EVs priced above Rs 30 lakh

Mumbai, March 26: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Wednesday in the state council that the government has decided to withdraw the six per cent tax on electric vehicles (EVs) priced above Rs 30 lakh, as was initially proposed by Deputy CM and Finance Minister Ajit Pawar in the annual budget for 2025-26.

Kamra row: Criticism, soul of democracy trampled, says Shiv Sena(UBT)

Mumbai, March 26: Shiv Sena(UBT) has slammed the Mahayuti government, Mumbai Police and the Shiv Sena over the ransacking of the studio over the controversial remarks by stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, saying that the criticism, which is the soul of democracy as advocated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been trampled.

People are giving more attention to Kunal Kamra than he deserves: Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant

Mumbai, March 25: Amid a row over stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, who has been in the eye of the storm over his jibe at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant said on Tuesday that the latter is getting more attention than he deserves.

Kunal Kamra spoke against law, tried to insult a leader: Union Minister Ramdas Athawale

New Delhi, March 25: Union Minister Ramdas Athawale has criticised stand-up artiste Kunal Kamra for his remarks allegedly targeting Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde saying that he has spoken against the law and tried to insult a leader.

They vandalised it, physically assaulted me: Director Hansal Mehta recalls public shame experience amid Kunal Kamra controversy

Mumbai, March 25: Filmmaker Hansal Mehta has voiced his support for stand-up artiste Kunal Kamra amid a massive controversy that erupted after he allegedly passed disparaging remarks on the Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in his latest standup act.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis recalls 2014 state polls alliance discussions with Shiv Sena

Mumbai, March 25: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attended an event in Mumbai on Monday in honour of a senior BJP leader and former Sikkim governor.

Will not apologise: Kunal Kamra issues statement after row due to his remarks on Eknath Shinde

Mumbai, March 25: Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra broke the silence amidst a row over his statement about Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. Kamra released a statement on his official social media handle and stated that he would not 'apologise' for his act.

Dy CM Shinde on Kunal Kamra: Taken 'supari' and action causes reaction

Mumbai, March 25: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in his first reaction to stand-up comedian Kunal Karma's controversial remarks against him, has said the latter made the statement after taking 'supari (contract) and every action has a reaction.

Mumbai Police serve summons to Kunal Kamra in controversial remarks case

Mumbai, March 25: Mumbai Police on Tuesday issued a summons to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra to remain present to record his statement in a case registered against him in connection with his controversial statement against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.

Devendra Fadnavis reveals inside story of 2014 Shiv Sena-BJP alliance breakup

Mumbai, March 25: In a major revelation, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis shared the inside story of the dramatic fallout between Shiv Sena and BJP in 2014. Speaking at the felicitation ceremony of Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur, Fadnavis, for the first time opened up about the negotiations and the factors that led to the breakdown of the alliance.

Shiv Sena MLA files complaint against Kunal Kamra at Mumbai police station

Mumbai, March 24: Shiv Sena legislator Mangesh Kudalkar on Monday filed a complaint in the Kurla Nehrunagar police station against stand up comedian Kunal Kamra after he referred the Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde as traitor. Kudalkar has urged the police to register an offence against Kamra who is in Puducherry and told the police that he will fully cooperate them in investigation but won’t apologise.

Kunal Kamra is a serial offender misusing freedom of speech: Shiv Sena

Mumbai, March 24: Shiv Sena on Monday strongly condemned the “distasteful and defamatory” remarks made by comedian Kunal Kamra during his recent performance at the Habitat Comedy Club in Mumbai.

Kamra row rocks Legislative Council; Maha govt to probe CDR, bank transactions of comedian

Mumbai, March 24: The Maharashtra Legislative Council on Monday adjourned thrice amid the ruckus over stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra’s indirect reference to Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde as ‘traitor’ on his show.

Kamra did not name anyone, Sena workers reacted unnecessarily: Thackerays

Mumbai, March 24: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief, Uddhav Thackeray, on Monday claimed that stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra expressed the true feelings of the people who feel betrayed by those who are stealing. His son Aaditya stated that as the comedian did not take anyone’s name the Shiv Sena activists had no reason to get angry.

Political storm intensifies over comedian Kamra's 'traitor' jibe at Eknath Shinde

Mumbai, March 24: The political storm over comedian Kunal Kamra's alleged mocking of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde intensified on Monday with tremors being felt in Parliament premises and across Maharashtra.

Where is freedom of speech?: Jaya Bachchan reacts to Kunal Kamra controversy

New Delhi, March 24: In the ongoing row over stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra's recent remarks, several political figures, including Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Jaya Bachchan and Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs, have come forward to defend Kamra's freedom of expression and criticize the actions of those who vandalized the Mumbai venue where his show was filmed.

'The only way forward', Kunal Kamra's 'Constitution' take on Shiv Sena protest

Mumbai, March 24: Amid raging controversy after he referred to Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde as a “traitor” in his show, the stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra on Monday shared a photo of himself holding a pocket version of the Constitution with a caption “The only way forward”.

Shiv Sena's Sanjay Nirupam vows 'strong action' against Kunal Kamra after row over remarks

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