Enforcement agencies following strict SOPs to ensure level-playing field: EC sources on checking of Uddhav Thackeray’s bag | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission of India on Tuesday responded to allegations of selective frisking by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray and said the enforcement agencies were following strict SOPs to ensure level-playing field for all parties. “Aircraft and helicopters of top leaders across political spectrum are checked as part of standard operating procedure…

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‘Does PM Modi not come under EC’s jurisdiction?’: Sanjay Raut on Uddhav Thackeray’s bag check | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut accused the Election Commission of partiality in its inspection procedures during election campaigns. Raut claimed that while Shiv Sena leaders face rigorous scrutiny of their luggage, helicopters, and private vehicles, prominent leaders from the ruling alliance seem to bypass similar checks. Raut alleged, “Our luggage, helicopter, private…

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‘Is Israel or Libya going to attack him?’: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut questions Devendra Fadnavis over increased security measures | Mumbai News – Times of India

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut questions the increased security cover for Maharashtra home minister and deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, calling for clarity on the specific threats justifying such protection. NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Sunday questioned the increased security cover for Maharashtra home minister and deputy chief minister Devendra…

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Maharashtra assembly elections: Division of Marathi votes likely in 3-way poll battle in Mumbai’s Vikhroli seat | Mumbai News – Times of India

Sunil Raut, sitting mla, shiv sena (ubt) MUMBAI: In the Vikhroli assembly constituency, the political landscape has become more complex with a three way contest between Shiv Sena factions and MNS. Each candidate brings different strengths: Sunil Raut of Shiv Sena UBT with his two-term experience, Suvarna Karanje of Shiv Sena with her local corporator…

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Maharashtra assembly elections 2024: Shiv Sena (UBT) announces second list of 15 candidates | Mumbai News – Times of India

MUMBAI: The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday released its second list of candidates for the assembly elections. Fifteen candidates were named in the second list, taking the total declared candidates from Sena (UBT) to 80. The list was announced in Saamna, the party mouthpiece. The Sena (UBT) declared former two-term BJP MLA Anil Gote from…

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‘Art of turning victory into defeat … ‘: Shiv Sena on Congress’s Haryana debacle | India News – Times of India

Bhupinder Hooda (L), Rahul Gandhi, and Kumari Shelja. (Photo/Agencies) NEW DELHI: Following the party’s unexpected loss in the Haryana elections, Congress’s INDIA bloc partner in Maharashtra targeted it, suggesting a re-evaluation of election strategy. Shiv Sena (UBT) mouthpiece, Saamana, in its editorial, targeted Congress on Wednesday. Coming down heavily on Bhupinder Hooda and Congress leadership,…

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‘He needs to introspect’: Uddhav Thackeray worked hard in elections but Congress, NCP (SP) benefitted more, says BJP | Mumbai News – Times of India

MUMBAI: BJP leader Chandrakant Patil acknowledged Uddhav Thackeray‘s significant efforts during the Lok Sabha election campaign. Despite Thackeray’s hard work, Patil noted that the Congress and NCP (SP) appeared to have reaped more benefits than Thackeray’s party.At an event in Mumbai, Patil, a senior Maharashtra minister, remarked, “Uddhav Thackeray’s health was not in good condition,…

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