Maharashtra election results: A first in 6 decades, no leader of opposition, as main opposition party wins under 10% of seats | India News – Times of India

MUMBAI: For the first time in six decades, there will be no leader of opposition (LoP) in the Maharashtra legislative assembly owing to an inadequate number of opposition members.As per the provisions of the Salaries and Allowances of Leaders of Opposition in the State Legislature Act, a leader of opposition can be nominated if the…

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‘Something fishy’: Shiv Sena (UBT)’s Sanjay Raut alleges ‘big conspiracy’ as Mahayuti sweeps Maharashtra polls | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: As the Mahayuti looked set to get a two-third majority in the Maharashtra assembly polls, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday said that there is “something fishy” with the results and alleged a “big conspiracy.”Also See: Election Results 2024“I see a big conspiracy in this…This is not a mandate of Marathi…

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Congress never respected Ambedkar; any party joining them are doomed: Rajnath Singh | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Union defence minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday took a swipe at the Congress, stating that the party is in such bad shape that anyone associated with it is destined to “drown,” and predicted a similar fate for its allies in Maharashtra.Speaking at a campaign rally in Pune, Singh said, “Congress ruled the country…

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Maharashtra assembly polls: Election Commission inspects Amit Shah’s helicopter amid Uddhav Thackeray bag-checking row | India News – Times of India

Election commission inspects Union minister Amit Shah’s bag (Screenshot from video shared by the home minister) NEW DELHI: After Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, the Election Commission of India on Friday checked the helicopter of Union home minister Amit Shah after he arrived at Maharashtra‘s Hingoli for the campaign for the upcoming assembly election….

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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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