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Anti-Bihari remarks: HC stays proceedings against Raj Thackeray

Anti-Bihari remarks: HC stays proceedings against Raj Thackeray

Rediff.com21 May 2015

Justice Sunil Gaur said that it seems none of the complainants were serious about pursuing the matter.

Won't allow bullet train till Mumbai local fixed: Raj Thackeray

Won't allow bullet train till Mumbai local fixed: Raj Thackeray

Rediff.com30 Sep 2017

"Does one need bullet train or improvement of basic rail infrastructure," the MNS chief said.

Salman can go to Pakistan and work there: Raj Thackeray

Salman can go to Pakistan and work there: Raj Thackeray

Rediff.com1 Oct 2016

"Our soldiers don't have any personal animosity with Pakistani soldiers. The bullets our soldiers face are not filmy. Salman gets up after being hit by a bullet," Raj said, reacting to Salman's remarks, adding "I have seen his tubelight blinker many a time."

MNS support to Modi: Raj Thackeray hits back at Rajnath

MNS support to Modi: Raj Thackeray hits back at Rajnath

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

Hitting back at Bharatiya Janata Party president Rajnath Singh, who recently snubbed him for extending an "unsolicited support" to Narendra Modi and "seeking votes" in his name without joining the Shiv-Sena-BJP-RPI alliance, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray on Monday taunted Singh for raising the objection, while Modi was silent on the issue.

Raj Thackeray comes out in support of Campa Cola residents

Raj Thackeray comes out in support of Campa Cola residents

Rediff.com10 Jun 2014

Calling the action against residents of illegal flats in Worli's Campa Cola compound as "unjust", MNS chief Raj Thackeray on Tuesday said the builders and authorities concerned who are responsible for such unauthorised structures should be punished and sent to jail.

Ugly politics in Maha as Sena, NCP remain in ruling and Oppn camps: MNS chief

Ugly politics in Maha as Sena, NCP remain in ruling and Oppn camps: MNS chief

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Thackeray also condemned the collapse of a girder of an overbridge which was being constructed on a section of the Mumbai-Goa highway in Chiplun city on Monday.

Uddhav and Raj are brothers, no need for any mediator: Raut

Uddhav and Raj are brothers, no need for any mediator: Raut

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

MNS leader Abhijit Panse on Thursday met Raut, leading to speculation about a possible truce between the estranged Thackeray cousins against the backdrop of the changed political situation in Maharashtra.

Electoral bonds: Vast majority of parties including BSP, Left got no funding

Electoral bonds: Vast majority of parties including BSP, Left got no funding

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

The National People's Party, which rules Meghalaya, is another national party which received no donations through electoral bonds.

Raj Thackeray takes U-turn, says won't contest state polls

Raj Thackeray takes U-turn, says won't contest state polls

Rediff.com25 Aug 2014

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray on Sunday said that he has now decided not to contest the Maharashtra assembly polls. "Things were different earlier but now I have decided not to contest the polls myself," said Thackeray.

Are Uddhav-Raj Planning To Reunite?

Are Uddhav-Raj Planning To Reunite?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

According to insiders, "talks are on" between the Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena at "an exploratory level".

The sharp decline of the MNS and Raj Thackeray

The sharp decline of the MNS and Raj Thackeray

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

'Raj will have to do a lot more to win over the public and overcome the trust deficit. It is a lot of work and needs political patience, which can come with maturity and understanding. All of these seem to be lacking in the man.'

Salman's a man without brains: Raj Thackeray slams actor for Yakub tweets

Salman's a man without brains: Raj Thackeray slams actor for Yakub tweets

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

The firebrand MNS leader also alleged that the BJP-led governments at the Centre and state wanted "riots to break out in the country".

Salman Parties With Shah Rukh, Aamir

Salman Parties With Shah Rukh, Aamir

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

When Aamir Khan parties, he makes sure the entire film industry parties with him!

Eknath Shinde Rouses Support For Son

Eknath Shinde Rouses Support For Son

Rediff.com3 May 2024

With two phases of voting already completed, political parties are busy with filing nominations, addressing roadshows and undertaking hectic campaigns for the constituencies that will vote this month.

Rein in your leaders and follow coalition dharma, Ajit-led NCP warns Shinde

Rein in your leaders and follow coalition dharma, Ajit-led NCP warns Shinde

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

The Nationalist Congress Party is livid as Shivtare continues to criticise Pawar, whose wife Sunetra is likely to contest from the Baramati Lok Sabha seat, even after meeting Shinde in Mumbai recently.

Is Maharashtra A Lost Cause For Modi?

Is Maharashtra A Lost Cause For Modi?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

'There are legions of unemployed degree holders across rural and semi-urban belts in Maharashtra. Now, they aren't finding brides.' 'This issue has now snowballed into a social crisis. In 2014 and 2019, they had voted for the BJP.'

Sulochanaji Laid To Rest With State Honours

Sulochanaji Laid To Rest With State Honours

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Sulochana Latkar, known for her unforgettable mother roles in Hindi and Marathi cinema, was cremated with State honours at the Shivaji Park crematorium in north central Mumbai on June 5.

Raj has 'heartburn' as Uddhav became CM: Sena leader

Raj has 'heartburn' as Uddhav became CM: Sena leader

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Kishori Pednerkar also accused Raj of being responsible for Bal Thackeray's "self-torture".

'Fadnavis Responsible For BJP Downfall'

'Fadnavis Responsible For BJP Downfall'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

'If the Maha Vikas Aghadi thinks that they have won 30 (Lok Sabha) seats and that would translate to winning 180 assembly seats they would be living in a fool's paradise.'

'Salman Has A Really Soft Corner For His Dad'

'Salman Has A Really Soft Corner For His Dad'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

'Salman wanted to do the interview properly. That's why he was nervous, you know, that dad should be happy.'

A Rogue Wave Rising In The North

A Rogue Wave Rising In The North

Rediff.com21 May 2024

While people voted in a fifth round that will set the tone as this election rounds into the straight, and while Modi on the stump chews the cud of personal grievances and hackneyed promises that have long since passed their use-by date, there is a rogue wave rising -- what damage it will do, we will know 16 days from today, observes Prem Panicker.

Why Mo-Sha Want To Placate Ajit-Shinde

Why Mo-Sha Want To Placate Ajit-Shinde

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

The coming weeks are sure to have a lot of drama unfolding in Maharashtra, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Fadnavis-Raj meeting triggers speculation ahead of BMC polls

Fadnavis-Raj meeting triggers speculation ahead of BMC polls

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

Fadnavis and his wife Amruta met Raj Thackeray, his wife Sharmila at the latter's new residence 'Shivteerth' at Dadar in central Mumbai. All four were seen chatting in the balcony of the MNS president's house.

Why BJP pulled out of Andheri bypoll

Why BJP pulled out of Andheri bypoll

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

'If Rutuja Latke wins, it will come as a morale booster for Uddhav Thackeray. Her victory will mean that voters' sympathy is with Thackeray after the split in the party'

Whose Birthday Party Did Shriya Attend?

Whose Birthday Party Did Shriya Attend?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Sonu Nigam turned 50 on July 30, and hosted a grand birthday bash in Mumbai on Saturday night.

BJP pulls out of Andheri East bypoll; decision linked to BCCI election?

BJP pulls out of Andheri East bypoll; decision linked to BCCI election?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party will not contest the November 3 bypoll to Andheri East assembly seat in Mumbai, Maharashtra party chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule said on Monday.

Uddhav in charge: Asks cops to crack down hard on MNS

Uddhav in charge: Asks cops to crack down hard on MNS

Rediff.com5 May 2022

'Uddhav has told the cops to crack down hard on the MNS agitation if MNS activists try to vitiate the communal harmony in the state.'

Are MNS, Shinde's Sena coming together?

Are MNS, Shinde's Sena coming together?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

'Raj saheb and I are trying to fill the backlog of the last ten years.'

Raj shares Bal Thackeray's video amid loudspeaker row

Raj shares Bal Thackeray's video amid loudspeaker row

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Loudspeakers will be removed from masjids, Bal Thackeray said in the old clip.

Over 60% vote in Phase V of LS polls; highest in Bengal, lowest in Maha

Over 60% vote in Phase V of LS polls; highest in Bengal, lowest in Maha

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Over 60 per cent voter turnout was recorded on Monday in 49 constituencies in six states and two Union territories in the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections, with Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir recording its highest-ever voting percentage.

Why Election 2024 Is So Subdued...

Why Election 2024 Is So Subdued...

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'It's dull because this time the election is spread over such a long period.'

Eknath Shinde Pays Tribute To Sulochana

Eknath Shinde Pays Tribute To Sulochana

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was among those who mourned her loss, and visited her home.

Sharad Pawar engineered earlier splits in Shiv Sena, alleges rebel MLA

Sharad Pawar engineered earlier splits in Shiv Sena, alleges rebel MLA

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

Deepak Kesarkar, a Sena MLA and spokesperson for the rebel faction headed by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, sought to know what Pawar gained by causing pain to Bal Thackeray.

'We are not worried what Modiji says about Muslims'

'We are not worried what Modiji says about Muslims'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

While political experts claim that the Modi Magic is missing in the 2024 general election, the common people in the street -- at least those in the crowd on Thursday -- vow that they will vote for Modi and the candidate who contests the election doesn't matter much.

Like Akshay's Look As Shivaji? VOTE!

Like Akshay's Look As Shivaji? VOTE!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Vedat Marathe Veer Daudale Saat is set to release on Diwali 2023 in Marathi, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

You deceived Balasaheb, I'm not gullible: Uddhav to BJP

You deceived Balasaheb, I'm not gullible: Uddhav to BJP

Rediff.com1 May 2022

In a veiled attack on MNS president and his estranged cousin Raj Thackeray, the chief minister said he does not pay attention to 'new players' of Hindutva.

MNS workers play Hanuman Chalisa near mosque in Mumbai

MNS workers play Hanuman Chalisa near mosque in Mumbai

Rediff.com4 May 2022

In a video, an MNS worker, holding the party flag, was seen playing the Hanuman Chalisa on a loudspeaker from a high-rise in Mumbai.

After anti-halal drive, right-wing groups target mosque loudspeakers

After anti-halal drive, right-wing groups target mosque loudspeakers

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

After the anti-halal meat drive, right-wing outfits led by Bajrang Dal and Sriram Sena have now called for a ban on loudspeakers in mosques.

Eknath Shinde's Ganesh Ustav Diplomacy

Eknath Shinde's Ganesh Ustav Diplomacy

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde appears to catch up with old acquaintances and make new friends during Ganesh Utsav.

Mumbai celebrates Janmashtami with gusto, 124 Govindas hurt in dahi handi

Mumbai celebrates Janmashtami with gusto, 124 Govindas hurt in dahi handi

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

The Dahi Handi ritual, part of the Janmashtami festival that marks the birth of Lord Krishna, saw enthusiastic participation by revellers in the metropolis, its adjoining areas and other parts of Maharashtra. The festival was celebrated with traditional fervour and gaiety in Mumbai and other parts of the state.